Phillip Island tourism and the infrastructure timeline
Category: History
Updated: 7 months ago
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1798 - Explorer George Bass visits Western
Port and the island region, marking European
exploration and the beginning of colonial
interest.1870 - The Isle of Wight Hotel opens in Cowes
and tourism begins to build, marking some
early tourism infrastructure, accommodation.1878 - Regular ferry service begins from
Hastings to San Remo/Cowes region, which
improves access, allowing more visitors.1920 - The “guest-house era” peaks and guided
tours start for the penguin arrival at
Summerland Beach. Tourism becomes more
organised & nature-based.1928 - Motor vehicle racing begins on the
island, including early version of the Australian
Grand Prix. This added another
tourism/infrastructure feature (motorsport).1933 - First car Ferry to Phillip Island, this
imporved access to the Island1940 - First bridge connecting Phillip Island
to the Mainland (San Remo)1969 - More modern bridges replace older
ones, this allows for better access to
Phillip Island1992 - Koala Conservation Reserve opens on
the island, which shows the devolpment of
wildlife and ecotourism.1996 - Phillip Island Nature Parks open which
shows the growth and consolidation of
tourism/conservation infrastructure and management.2019 - A new visitor centre for the penguin
parade is established which shows the modern
infrastructure upgrades to support visitor
volumes and experience.
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