Category: News Updates
Cottage by the Sea’s longstanding community partnership with Port Phillip Sea Pilots
Cottage by the Sea (CBTS) is very proud of its longstanding community partnership with Port Phillip Sea Pilots (PPSP), an organisation that has been operating since 1839 – not far off 200 years. In addition to collaborating with us on community events, such as last year’s Melbourne Cup Tour of Queenscliff, PPSP also supports CBTS […]
The impact of Cottage by the Sea
We are very proud of the lasting impact of our work at Cottage by the Sea. Here is some data that outlines the impact we’ve had over the past 35 years, as well as some of the things we offer to visiting children and staff each year.
Everyday moments make a difference
If we don’t take the time to stop and witness everyday moments, we miss the opportunity to appreciate the joy found in these experiences. A new artwork featuring Cottage by the Sea highlights the impact of being mindful. Supported by Anthony Costa Foundation, the “Everyday Moments Make a Difference”illustration by local artist and illustrator […]
Melbourne Community Relations update
Here is an update from our Melbourne Community Relations representative, Donna Campisi: Thank you to everyone who has supported Cottage by the Sea so far in 2024 as an individual or community group in Melbourne. It has been a delight to catch up with you. A special mention and thank you to our new […]
Cottage President Scott Chapman AM appointed as a Member of the Order of Australia
A big congratulations from the entire Cottage by the Sea community to the recently appointed Cottage by the Sea President, Scott Chapman AM. Last week, Scott was appointed as a Member of the Order of Australia for his significant service to the Victorian community through a range of governance roles, including as a long-standing Board […]
Wakanyanas fundraising for Cottage – more than 100 years of support
Founded in 1916, the Wakanyanas lunch is an annual event for Freemasons, family and friends, which raises funds for Cottage by the Sea. The funds are raised through raffles, donations, “fines” and the famous auction of crayfish and prawns. Many members also donate goods such as toiletries, food, clothing and handmade toys for Cottage participants. The […]
Merry Christmas from Cottage by the Sea!
From everyone at Cottage by the Sea, we wish you a very Merry Christmas and hope you have a wonderful start to 2024. Thank you for being a part of our success this year as we continue to enhance the lives of more children through inspiration, fun and opportunity. We can’t wait to support more […]
Summer Wish List
Please find below Cottage by the Sea’s Summer Wish List for 2024. Thank you for your donations – they go directly to the children who attend our programs.
Create a life-changing legacy in 2024
Make 2024 the year you create a life-changing legacy with Cottage by the Sea. Leaving a gift in your Will allows you to leave a legacy of money, property, shares or goods beyond your lifetime that will help the generations of children to come. Anyone can write a free, legally binding Will, with free and […]
2023 Cottage by the Sea Financial Report
The Board is pleased to present the financial reports of Cottage by the Sea (Cottage) for the financial year ended 30 June 2023. On behalf of Cottage by the Sea Board of Directors, we extend our thanks to all our staff, volunteers,Branches, Ambassadors, our Patron, trusts and foundations, as well as corporate and individual donorswhose […]
Thank you for helping to bring the Melbourne Cup to Queenscliff
Cottage by the Sea is the proud charity partner of the 2023 Lexus Melbourne Cup Tour to Queenscliff. Celebrating the tour yesterday was an incredible day for our community. From starting at 7am at the Queenscliff Lonsdale Yacht Club for a seaside breakfast to finishing at 8pm with a phenomenal cocktail fundraiser at Suma Park, […]
Include a Charity campaign increases gifts in Wills
Include a Charity Week was held in the first week of September in addition to a six-week campaign that supports the significance of incorporating charitable gifts when writing a Will, alongside motivating individuals to establish their own Will if they haven’t already. “Including a gift in your Will is a commitment to the longevity of […]
Melbourne Community Relations update
Here’s an update from Donna Campisi, who works in Melbourne Community Relations for Cottage by the Sea. It’s been a productive winter, even in these cold months in Melbourne! Thank you to all who have still gathered together in these cold months to support CBTS, and your warm welcome. I have been brought to tears […]
Media release: Include a Charity and Cottage by the Sea encourage Australians to leave charitable gifts in their Wills
Include a Charity aims to spark a nationwide conversation on bequests in Wills and encourage a lasting impact with this year’s theme, “Will Wonders Never Cease”. Include a Charity Week is a social change initiative promoting legacy giving and encouraging Australians to pledge a gift in their Will. Spearheaded by the Fundraising Institute of Australia, […]
Chasing a ballet dream through our scholarship program
Cottage by the Sea scholarships are funded by philanthropists, and allow our program participants to pursue dreams that may have once felt out of reach. These scholarships are very important to helping support a young person’s dream by providing funding for approved training and equipment to explore new opportunities. Below is a letter we received […]
Cottage by the Sea: The Difference ‘Take a Break’ Makes
We are pleased to share with you the research findings of Cottage by the Sea: The Difference ‘Take a Break’ Makes, which is a research initiative of the Cottage by the Sea – Deakin University Research Partnership. The research undertaken sought to understand the ways in which the Take a Break (TaB) program makes a […]
The Mermaids land at Cottage for breakfast
Last week, we had a very special group of visitors to Cottage by the Sea. ‘The Mermaids’ is a very active group of women from the Bellarine Peninsula community who swim daily at Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale. It was our pleasure to host them for breakfast, followed by a tour of Cottage. Special thanks to […]
Please support the Cleana Marina Fundraiser – helping to clean up our ocean
Cottage by the Sea is proud of its special relationship with Sea All Dolphin Swims, which has provided many incredible experiences to children visiting Cottage. Many of Cottage’s program participants have experienced the joy of one of their amazing charters. The Captain and Owner of Sea All Dolphin Swims is James “Murph” Murphy. Murf is […]
