Description
Explore the breathtaking 'Beaches of the Victorian Coast and Port Phillip Bay', your essential guidebook to over 100 stunning beaches across Victoria’s coastline. This comprehensive book, published by Sydney University Press in 2006, is perfect for beach enthusiasts and adventurers alike. Savor detailed descriptions of every beach in Victoria, from tranquil shores to lively surf spots, ensuring you know where to unwind or catch the perfect wave. The book dives into the origin and nature of these sandy retreats, exploring geology, oceanography, and local flora, enhancing your appreciation for Victoria’s unique coastal environment.
Whether you are looking for a safe family-friendly beach for swimming or the best surf breaks for your next adventure, this guide covers it all. Each beach entry includes essential information, such as names, locations, access details, facilities, and dimensions. Plus, gain insights on beach hazards and public safety ratings, with thorough evaluations ranging from 1 (least hazardous) to 10 (most hazardous), ensuring your beach day is both enjoyable and safe.
The 'Beaches of the Victorian Coast and Port Phillip Bay' is a must-have resource for locals and tourists. Immerse yourself in the vibrant beach culture of Victoria today!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780958650403. Format: A4. Year: 2006. Publisher: Sydney University Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780958650403
Format: A4
Year: 2006
Publisher: Sydney University Press
Description:
Beaches of the Victorian Coast and Port Phillip Bay provides the first description of all Victorian ocean and Port Phillip Bay beaches. It is based on the results of the Victorian section of the Australian Beach Safety and Management Program.
This book has two aims. First, to provide the public with general information on the origin and nature of all Victoria's beaches, including the contribution of geology, oceanography, climate and biota to the beaches, and information on beach hazards and safety. Second, to provide a description of each beach, including its name(s), location, access, facilities, dimensions and the character of the beach and surf zone.
The book comments on the suitability of the beach for bathing, surfing and fishing, with special emphasis on the natural hazards. Based on the physical hazards, all beaches are rated in terms of public safety and scaled from 1 (least hazardous) to 10 (most hazardous).
Whether you are looking for a safe family-friendly beach for swimming or the best surf breaks for your next adventure, this guide covers it all. Each beach entry includes essential information, such as names, locations, access details, facilities, and dimensions. Plus, gain insights on beach hazards and public safety ratings, with thorough evaluations ranging from 1 (least hazardous) to 10 (most hazardous), ensuring your beach day is both enjoyable and safe.
The 'Beaches of the Victorian Coast and Port Phillip Bay' is a must-have resource for locals and tourists. Immerse yourself in the vibrant beach culture of Victoria today!
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780958650403. Format: A4. Year: 2006. Publisher: Sydney University Press.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780958650403
Format: A4
Year: 2006
Publisher: Sydney University Press
Description:
Beaches of the Victorian Coast and Port Phillip Bay provides the first description of all Victorian ocean and Port Phillip Bay beaches. It is based on the results of the Victorian section of the Australian Beach Safety and Management Program.
This book has two aims. First, to provide the public with general information on the origin and nature of all Victoria's beaches, including the contribution of geology, oceanography, climate and biota to the beaches, and information on beach hazards and safety. Second, to provide a description of each beach, including its name(s), location, access, facilities, dimensions and the character of the beach and surf zone.
The book comments on the suitability of the beach for bathing, surfing and fishing, with special emphasis on the natural hazards. Based on the physical hazards, all beaches are rated in terms of public safety and scaled from 1 (least hazardous) to 10 (most hazardous).