ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF TRADITIONAL OWNERS

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Great Ocean Road Resort management and staff acknowledges Traditional Owners and their connection to the land on which we are located, Wadawurrung Country. We acknowledge their Ancestors and their continuous connections with and care of the land and waterways and all that has lived here for over a thousand generations.

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We pay our respects to their Elders, past and present. We extend this acknowledgement to all First Nations people.

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ACCESSIBILITY

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SUSTAINABILITY VISION

 

​​​​​​As a host of travellers to this region, Great Ocean Road Resort recognises our role to create sustainable experiences for guests. We seek to minimise the environmental footprint of our operations and choose to work with suppliers who do the same. Our approach is defined by ongoing adaptation, continual improvement and communicating the why behind the what. ​

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"Our ultimate goal? To preserve the Great Ocean Road region for future travellers to experience the beauty locals see in the region every day."

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We have partnered with Rewild Agency to develop our Sustainability Strategy, identifying four key focus areas and developing a clear goal for each area. 

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1. SUPPLY CHAIN INTEGRITY

To conduct business in a way where our operations are supported by local suppliers who align with our values and allow us to reduce our environmental impact while increasing the social benefits.

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2. WASTE MANAGEMENT

To design efficient waste management systems to reduce the amount of waste-to-landfill generated across Great Ocean Road Resort and take steps towards zero waste-to-landfill (2030/2035).

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3. REGENERATION

To preserve the Great Ocean Road region for future tourists to enjoy and to increase levels of biodiversity within the venues we operate on. 

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4. ENERGY & GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS

To take steps to become a net zero organisation by 2030 and increase energy efficiency throughout operations.​

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REAL IMPACT

 

​​​​We are committed to sustainable practices through supporting local small businesses, reducing food miles and our ongoing initiatives:

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• Sustainable kitchen garden

• Zero waste initiative

• Nespresso pod capsule recycling program

• Hand soap recycling program

• Bottle cap recycling program

• Handmade ceramics by local artists

• Locally sourced spa products & giftware

• Employ local staff

• Support local community groups

• Installed solar panels

• Locally designed and maintained landscaping

• Support local businesses for ongoing maintenance and future renovation works

• Provide ongoing training for staff to understand, implement and manage environmentally sustainable practices

• Participate in local environmental programs and members of ANGAIR

• Protect and support local flora and fauna

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2024 FINANCIAL YEAR UPDATE

In our efforts to significantly reduce our impact, we reduced waste by 33% and diverted 3 tonnes from landfill in the ‘24FY. We’re continuing these results through our programs including recycling Nespresso pod capsules, soap, and bottle caps. 

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YOUR CONTRIBUTION

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Throughout the property, we are committed to recycling and reducing our waste, encouraging and making it simple for our guests to do the same. In our guest rooms, you'll find: 

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• Labelled bins for separating your waste; general waste, glass, paper & plastic

• The Herbalist Bells Beach bathroom amenities including hand soap, body wash, shampoo & conditioner

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Our guest hand soaps are locally sourced from The Herbalist Bells Beach in our signature Green French Clay. Any soap left in bathrooms is recycled through our soap recycling program so nothing is wasted. 

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When you dine in our restaurant, The Coast, know you are supporting local producers. Our menu showcases some of the best local food and wine found in the Surf Coast region, helping us to reduce food miles and give you a truly local dining experience. Learn more about our local producers and winemakers below.