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Entry Fee for Twelve Apostles: Upgrades or Access Issues?

3/9/2026

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The Victorian government will introduce an entry fee for visitors to the Twelve Apostles on the Great Ocean Road.
The fee amount will be determined after consultations.
Environment Minister Steve Dimopoulos announced exemptions for locals and the Eastern Maar Indigenous community.
Funds will support upgrades to facilities and site maintenance.
Some back the fee for better management, while concerns arise about accessibility for those unable to pay.

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Story summary

The Victorian government will introduce an entry fee for visitors to the Twelve Apostles on the Great Ocean Road.
The fee amount will be determined after consultations.
Environment Minister Steve Dimopoulos announced exemptions for locals and the Eastern Maar Indigenous community.
Funds will support upgrades to facilities and site maintenance.
Some back the fee for better management, while concerns arise about accessibility for those unable to pay.