Portland Bay Festival
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Portland VIC 3305
Fax: 035526 7189
How often: Annual
A reinvigorated annual Festival celebrating the Bonney Upwelling marine phenomena which, from November to May, drives a massive inflow of nutrient rich cold water from the Antarctic to the south west coast of Victoria and powers a seven month feeding frenzy of blue whales, tuna, crayfish, giant crabs, squid, fish, krill, seabirds and seals. An incredibly rich ecological food web, the Upwelling is at its greatest off the coast of Portland and is the cornerstone of the lucrative local fishing and tourism industry.
Up to 33 metres long and the largest animal on Earth, blue whales are the signature species for the Upwelling and a major environmental and tourism icon. Portland is the most significant land-based blue whale watching area in Australia.
The Festival begins with the 'Blessing of the Fishing Fleet' and includes a colourful Upwelling themed Street Parade, local performers, and markets. More to be announced.
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