Altona Beach
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Altona Beach is a beach located in Altona, Victoria, Australia with a long pier towards the middle of it.[1] It is best for swimmers to partake in aquatic activity on the eastern side of the pier, which is patrolled regularly by lifeguards in the summer.
Heritage pier
Altona Pier is a heritage listed pier that was originally constructed c.1888 with later modifications.[2] It is located at the intersection of the Esplanade and Pier Street.
Recreation
The end of Altona Pier, is a common fishing spot for many local anglers who live around the area. The western side of the Pier is a great place for kite surfing and it is fairly common to see lots of these surfers in the water throughout the year. Body-boarding and surfing are not common at Altona Beach as for most of the year the water is fairly calm, with small waves only appearing whilst a strong southerly is blowing.
Marine Life
Animals found around the beach include:
- Seagulls
- Jelly Blubber
- Snapper
- Gummy shark
- Toadfish
- Stingray
- Weedy Seadragon
- Leatherjacket fish
- Black Swans
References
- ^ "Altona Beach". Hobsons Bay City Council. 18 June 2009. Archived from the original on 8 November 2007. Retrieved 14 November 2010.
- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 30 June 2016. Retrieved 3 May 2016.
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