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  Surfhistory.com - Great Waves: Bells Beach, Australia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
Bells Beach is a long, generous, slightly archaic surf break in the Australian state of Victoria.
Bells first came to the attention of Australia surfers, and later to surfers everywhere, as a rugged Down Under big-wave break.
Bells is the "country soul" event, and if the surf here isn’t as perfect or challenging as it is at Hawaii's Pipeline, or Fiji’s Tavarua, the Bells tradition and character more than make up for it.
www.surfhistory.com /html/locations/bells.html   (284 words)

  
 Walkabout - Bells Beach
Bells Beach, famous for its world-renowned Easter Surfing Classic, is located near Torquay on the southern coast of Victoria, 71 km south-west of Melbourne.
Negotiations with a local landowner in 1958 enabled road access to the beach although the failure of visitors to close farm gates caused friction and rendered the route problematic.
The consistency for which the beach is also famed arises, in part, from the fact that the bottom is not especially sandy and hence is not prone to shifting sand bars which would create great variability.
www.walkabout.com.au /locations/VICBellsBeach.shtml   (723 words)

  
 Surfline | Bells Beach   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
Bells is a broad sediment-rock reef break exposed to a range of swells from major southern ocean storms, which sweep beneath the Australian continent every few days, often moving on to bombard the south-facing coasts of Fiji, Tahiti and (in the right season) Hawaii and California.
The history of Bells as a surfing beach extends back into the early post-war years, when in 1949, a group of Torquay-based surfers and bodysurfers began riding their motorbikes out to Bells along the cliff tops, riding waves in the shorebreak and catching crayfish in the rock pools.
Easter at Bells has seen everything from wins by Mark Richards, Michael Peterson, Nat Young, Tom Curren, Tom Carroll, Kelly Slater and Sunny Garcia to the debut of Simon Anderson's Thruster surfboard design to party scenes of unrivaled madness and splendor.
www.surfline.com /surfaz/bells_beach.cfm   (630 words)

  
 Surf Coast Shire
"Bells Beach is unlike anywhere else in the world, it is a unique part of the Australian coastline and has a special place in surfing culture.
Bells Beach is recognised as one of the premier surf beaches in the world.
Recently the National Trust classified Bells Beach as an 'International icon of Australian Surfing Culture and the location of the longest continuously running surfing competition in the world'.
www.surfcoast.vic.gov.au /bells.htm   (459 words)

  
 Reference.com/Encyclopedia/Bells Beach
Bells Beach is an internationally famous surf beach in Victoria, Australia, located 100 km south-west of Melbourne, on the Great Ocean Road near the towns of Torquay and Jan Juc.
The beach 'featured' in the final scene of the film Point Break, however the scene was not filmed there.
Bells Beach is a straight stretch and the beach in the film is a cove with pine trees atop a hill.
www.reference.com /browse/wiki/Bells_Beach   (244 words)

  
 Bells Beach Hotel Official Website
Located in the Jan Juc Shopping Centre (Stuart Avenue, Jan Juc), the Bells Beach Hotel is the place to go for a casual lunch or sumptuous dinner.
Bells Beach Hotel is open 7 days a week from 9am.
Whether it's a quiet time in the morning, lunch with friends, or dinner for the family, the Bells Beach Hotel has a wide menu selection for any occasion.
www.bellsbeachhotel.com.au   (234 words)

  
 Shark mauls surfer off Bells Beach - National - smh.com.au
An ambulance helicopter landed between rocks on the beach and took him to the Royal Melbourne Hospital, where he was reported last night to be in a satisfactory condition.
Surfing Australia spokesman and long-time Bells surfer Stephen Robertson said the attack happened at dusk and that witnesses reported seeing a shark between two-and-a-half and three metres long after Mr Galvin's left leg and surfboard were savaged.
He said the popular break next to Bells Beach, renowned as one of Victoria's best, was not a regular haunt for sharks.
www.smh.com.au /news/national/shark-mauls-surfer-off-bells-beach/2006/12/19/1166290512339.html   (979 words)

  
 Bells Beach Details, Meaning Bells Beach Article and Explanation Guide
Bells Beach is an internationall famous surfing beach in Victoria.
"Bells" is 71 km south-west of Melbourne, on the Great Ocean Road near the town of Torquay.
The final scene of the film Point Break was set and supposedly filmed at Bells Beach, but the actual beach is a straight stretch, whereas the beach in the film is a cove.
www.e-paranoids.com /b/be/bells_beach.html   (114 words)

  
 Bells Beach: Genuine Aussie Classic
Traversing the cliffs to get to the beach proved to be difficult, but eventually enterprising surfer and Olympic wrestler Joe Sweeney hired a bulldozer, cleared a road along Bells cliff and charged one pound per surfer for access to recover his expenses.
This changed in the 1990s when the importance of the event and Bells Beach was recognised by an Act of Parliament that declared the site a recreation reserve.
In the year 2000 Bells Beach was listed as a site of historical significance by the Victorian branch of the National Trust.
travelaustralia.ninemsn.com.au /article.aspx?id=116403   (521 words)

  
 Surfrider Foundation (Australia) Surf Coast Beach Clean Up
Bells Beach Clean-Up 11am Sunday 29th May 2005
The Surfrider Foundation regularly holds beach clean ups around the country to educate and inform and to educate members of the branch and the community about problems of beach litter at many of our beaches.
Further beach clean ups will be held along the Surf Coast during the next few months.
www.surfrider.org.au /about/branches/surfcoast/bellscleanup.php   (260 words)

  
 planetsurf.net - News - 2006   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
Contest Director, two-time world champion (in 1987 and 1991) Damien Hardman, was resembling an eager "grommet" today as he anticipated some incredible action to ensue when the swell increases toward the end of the week.
Slater is believed to be in a bad way suffering from a mystery virus, and he was even forced to withdraw from a World Qualifying Series event in Newcastle, Australia last week due to the severity of his condition.
Munro was equally as enthused about getting the first round underway at Bells Beach, as after having plenty of experience at the break, he is eager to tuck another bell trophy under his wing by beating the best of the best.
www.planetsurf.net /news/041006_bells.shtml   (677 words)

  
 AM - Shark attacks surfer at Bells Beach, Vic
PETER CAVE: Victoria's Bells Beach is internationally famous as a destination for surfers.
DANIEL HOARE: Bells Beach, which will play host to thousands of holidaymakers from across Victoria in the coming months, has never been on the radar as an area prone to shark attack.
DANIEL HOARE: Terry Walker says the shark attack at Bell's Beach shouldn't be cause for alarm for those thinking of surfing or swimming in the area.
www.abc.net.au /am/content/2006/s1814710.htm   (541 words)

  
 Bells Beach Cabin, Rental, Vacation, Whidbey Island, Washington   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
This inspiring sunset view is from a two bedroom cabin nestled on 40 feet of lowbank beach with unobstructed view of Saratoga Passage.
Take in views of the resident eagle who flies down to the beach, visiting seals, herons, seagulls and other birds, many passing boats, and tugs.
There is plenty of room for children to play on the grass/sand yard while you bask in the sun on the patio and barbeque your dinner.
www.bellsbeachcabin.com   (223 words)

  
 Great Ocean Road Accommdation
A selection of holiday accommodation in Bells Beach listed by owners.
To view more information on a particular property click the property name or the property photograph.The best places to stay when you are looking for Bells Beach Accommodation.
Groovy beach house 1 street from water, tennis court 20m away.
www.ozstays.com /areas/accommodation_bells_beach.html   (129 words)

  
 Torquay, Bells Beach, Jan Juc - Intown Geelong
The Torquay area is famous for its surf beaches with Jan Juc and the world famous Bells Beach located on the town's southern outskirts.
Bell's Beach is 8 kms east of Torquay and is world famous for its great waves and Easter Surfing Classic which has ran since 1961.
During the year there are many festivals including the summer life saving carnivals, and the Bells Beach Surf Classic.
www.intown.com.au /locals/torquay/default.htm   (232 words)

  
 Jan Juc Surf Life Saving Club - Bells Bash
The Bells Bash is an 8km Fun Run or 4km Run/Walk from Jan Juc SLSC to Bells Beach and back.
The course is challenging, but is regularly used by runners and walkers and overlooks much of the picturesque coast between the two points.
Specially struck Bells Bash medallions will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd in all categories for the 4km and 8km events.
www.janjucsurfclub.com.au /bellsbash   (195 words)

  
 Australian Joel Parkinson Wins the 32nd Annual Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach, Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach, April 6-16, ...
Burrow, on the other hand, caught the wave behind, but creased his surfboard attempting a re-entry and was forced to return to the beach for his back-up board.
I got three last year and they were all to Andy, so it was great to beat him in the semis and finally win one.
To get my name on the Bells trophy is one of the greatest achievements of my life.
www.boardfolio.com /tour/2004/2004.04.15.ripcurl.bells.html   (1329 words)

  
 The Beach House - Torquay || The surrounding area
Take in unspoiled beaches, or the spectacular cliff tops of The Great Ocean Road, which is only minutes from Torquay.
Torquay is best known for its stunning beaches; breathtaking scenery; and perfect waves.
Beaches within a five kilometre radius of Torquay are:
www.beachhousetorquay.com /area.htm   (140 words)

  
 Dune Allen Beach Rentals - Dune Allen Beach, 4 bedroom, 4 bath, private vacation beach house with large ...
Dune Allen Beach, 4 bedroom, 4 bath, private vacation beach house with large porches,community pool and easy beach access.
Located in the brand new community of Beach Haven, sitting directly facing the gulf, you will find this brand new house ideally suited for a special family get-away.
Beach walkway directly across from house, just 50 yards away.
beachrentalsofsouthwalton.com /index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=7045   (253 words)

  
 Bells Beach accommodation, Great Ocean Road, VIC: Holiday Rental Properties
Below are holiday properties listed for holiday rental in the Bells Beach area of VIC, Australia.
2 km to Bells Beach, wineries, bushwalks, birdlife, golfcourses, 5mins to Torquay and Anglesea.
The information displayed about Australian holiday properties in the has been provided by outside parties and is included on this website in good faith.
www.stayz.com.au /accommodation/vic/great-ocean-road/bells-beach   (284 words)

  
 Bells Beach Accommodation - Ozstays
This architect-designed beach house in Orungal Court (mel: 237K2) is just one street (300m) from the beach.
It sleeps six and will suit the small family or group of friends wanting to head to the coast and be able to walk to the water.
Bells Beach Accomodation: Lusso @ 21 Coast Drive
www.ozstays.com.au /accommodation/bells_beach_accommodation/bells_beach_accommodation_a.html   (774 words)

  
 BellsBeachAustralia.com - providing you with personal surf videos, surf reports, accommodation, transport, and exercise ...
Now just in case you have surfed in here by accident, you should know that Bell's Beach, sometimes incorrectly spelled Bells Beach, is in Victoria, Australia, about a 1.5 hour drive from Melbourne.
This is where you will find true surfers, ripping the waves apart to the delight of thousands of people perched on the cliffs and lining the beach.
Bell's Beach is one of the finest sites in the world for large crowds gathering to watch the best professional surfboard riders in the world competing for the famous Bell's trophy and thousands of dollars in prizes!
www.bellsbeachaustralia.com   (206 words)

  
 Bells Beach
The most famous is Bells Beach, a much-loved icon of Australia’s surf scene where the Rip Curl Pro, part of the ASP World Championship Tour, is held every Easter.
Surrounded by a number of breaks including Winkipop, Rincon and Southside, the Bells area is for experienced swimmers only.
One of the most popular beaches for experienced surfers is Bells Beach.
www.about-australia.com /victoria/great-ocean-road/destinations/bells-beach   (144 words)

  
 Bells Beach, Australia Surf Forecast, Tides, Surfcam and Sea Conditions   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
Bells Beach, Australia Surf Forecast, Tides, Surfcam and Sea Conditions
Bells Beach in Torquay is an exposed reef and point break that has consistent surf, although summer tends to be mostly flat.
At the moment, we display the current current weather observations / forecast for Bells Beach, tide data, sea temperature and a growing list of Surfcams.
www.surf-forecast.com /breaks/BellsBeach.shtml   (190 words)

  
 Australian Beaches: Australia 2000 Travel   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
Bondi Beach in Sydney is one of Australia’s most famous beaches and one of the world’s most well known beaches.
Manly Beach, north of Sydney is located on a narrow peninsula that offers both harbor and ocean beaches.
It is the ideal Australian beach in the Whitsundays to enjoy a secluded champagne picnic on the beach, swim in the sparkling water and if you are particularly lucky to be visited by the hungry goannas.
www.australia2000travel.com /australian_beaches.html   (476 words)

  
 Bells Beach Photo by Matt Granfield in the world photo library   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-10)
It's a hell of a drive just to get to Bells Beach from Melbourne; you have to go way past Geelong and then down a road that would have been dirt in the not too distant past.
Bells Beach is an almost mythical surf break, and possibly the most famous wave in Australia (although Burleigh Heads, Narrabeen, Snapper Rocks and Margaret River might argue against me on that one).
Copyright Information: This Bells Beach photo is content C 2007 Matt Granfield and e-CBD Pty Ltd, all rights reserved.
www.e-cbd.com /113656.php   (178 words)

  
 ASP/WCT Rip Curl Pro--Bells Beach
The Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach hit the last day of its first week today, and got to the fifth heat of round three.
For the casual follower of this wacky sport, it means of the past seven days, a little more than two have been spent competing.
Then, with a rising tide affecting the central Bells Bowl section, the event was put back on hold.
www.surfingthemag.com /frontline/042103_bells/index.html   (285 words)

  
 Shark bites surfer near Bells Beach - National - theage.com.au
Surfing Australia spokesman and long-time Bells surfer Stephen Robertson said the attack happened at dusk and that witnesses reported seeing a shark between 2½ and three metres long after Mr Galvin's left leg and surfboard were savaged.
JANUARY 7 Sarah Whiley, 21, had her arms bitten off by what was thought to be a group of bull sharks off Amity Point, North Stradbroke Island, in the first fatal shark attack at any of Queensland's 84 designated coastal swimming spots.
DECEMBER 2 Zak Golebiowski, 15, of Mount Gambier, was body boarding with his brother, 18, off Wharton Beach near Esperance, WA on Saturday, when a five-metre shark bit off part of his right leg.
www.theage.com.au /news/national/shark-bites-surfer-near-bells-beach/2006/12/18/1166290481487.html   (1018 words)

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