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Vance Joy & Fair Harbor donate to Cottage by the Sea

We recently received the exciting news that, Fair Harbor, a sustainable lifestyle apparel brand, donated $56,842 to Cottage by the Sea from proceeds of a limited-edition collection with Australian multi-platinum singer-songwriter, Vance Joy. The funds donated will be used to fund the new play zone area in the soon to be redeveloped Riptide Cottage, which […]

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Cottage Ambassador Joel Selwood visits the REEFies at Cottage

The whole Cottage team and 18 second-year REEFies loved having Cottage Ambassador, Joel Selwood, visit us today. The second-year REEF program that started today at Cottage in Queenscliff will run through to the end of the week. We have named this camp the Jim Stynes Community Leadership Award 2022 Camp. At the 2022 Brownlow Medal […]

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Cottage by the Sea’s Annual Fair Raises $70,000!

We are proud to announce that Cottage by the Sea’s Annual Fair raised a whopping $70,000. We are so grateful for all the incredible support received to achieve this enormous result. On behalf of our staff members, Board members, volunteers, supporters, sponsors and the entire community, we say THANK YOU. This money will be put […]

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Deakin University Applying Design Skills

Recently we updated you on the Riptide Cottage redevelopment and the exciting progression of this facility used for respite and our children’s programs. Once completed the new facility will allow CBTS to significantly increase our Program participant numbers. Our Riptide Respite Program continues to be booked out for many weeks in advance with demand for […]

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Sandra Awarded Geelong Volunteer of the Year

We received the heartwarming news last week that Sandra Vizard one of our longest serving volunteers at Cottage by the Sea was awarded the Geelong Volunteer of the Year Sandra has been an integral part of Cottage by the Sea. She commenced volunteer work in 2002 in an administration capacity. Over 20 years of volunteering! […]

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2022 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

On Friday 28th October we held the Annual General Meeting for Cottage by the Sea in our stunning new space overlooking the Port Phillip Heads.   Thank you to all those who contributed to making the day such a huge success. Joining CEO Adam Wake were the Cottage Board, Patron, Rebecca Maddern on the big […]

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Riptide Redevelopment

Planning has begun for redevelopment of the Riptide Cottage, the secondary building on site. Riptide has served us well, being used for small groups and family respite. A “new” Riptide will honour the past and create an exciting future. Significant funding for the project has been provided through the generosity of Boutique Homes (ABN Group) […]

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2022 Geelong Business Excellence Awards 

We are very proud to be a Finalist in the 2022 Geelong Business Excellence Awards and today we welcomed judges, Bill Winter and Amelia Trethowan as part of the final judging process to decide if we are an overall winner. Patron, Rebecca Maddern, Cottage Alumni and Mentor Program Graduate, Ebony Storrar and other members of […]

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Ever wondered …?

Ever wondered how children are chosen to take part in the amazing Cottage by the Sea programs? Throughout its 130-plus year history, Cottage by the Sea has taken children on referral from those who know the children best. Remaining true to the same mission: to reach those children who need it most, to enhance their […]

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A legacy to last a lifetime

Charles Adams was just eight years old when he first encountered Cottage by the Sea. He fondly recalls his time there – and he says it saved his life. For this reason, Charles emphasises the importance of Gifts in Wills to ensure the ongoing financial stability of an organisation like the Cottage. In 2012, the […]

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Meet our new patron, Rebecca Maddern

Media personality Rebecca Maddern has been announced as the new Patron of children’s charity Cottage by the Sea. She replaces Frank Costa AO, who was Patron from 2014 until his passing in May 2021. Cottage by the Sea CEO Adam Wake said Rebecca Maddern was an obvious choice for the role and that we are […]

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BOUTIQUE HOMES CHARITY AUCTION RAISES $1.68 MILLION

Leading Victorian builder, Boutique Homes, in partnership with Moremac Property Group, sold one of its premium ‘family homes in Point Lonsdale for an incredible $1.68 million, with net proceeds from the sale being donated to Cottage by the Sea. Built in just six and a half months with the help of over 45 supporting partners, […]

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Why donate to a charity?

Ever thought you would like to donate to a charity? You are wondering which is the best charity to donate to. Why am I donating to charity? Who benefits What’s in it for me? And … How do I donate to a charity? Let’s start with ‘Why?’ Many people choose a charity they can relate […]

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131st Annual General Meeting – rescheduled

Due to unprecedented storms on Friday 29th October, our 131st Annual General Meeting was postponed. The Cottage by the Sea Board of Directors now invites you to attend our rescheduled 131st Annual General Meeting. The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown up so many challenges to the way we provide services to children. With each new hurdle, our […]

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2021 Giving Day: HELP US HELP MORE KIDS

On Tuesday 2 March 2021, Cottage by the Sea is having a Giving Day to HELP US HELP MORE KIDS. On this day, each donation will be doubled. Every donation will be matched, dollar for dollar, by our generous supporters including @apco_foundation and other anonymous donors. On this day, we will increase your impact. $25 […]

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Respite by the Sea

In June 2020, during Victoria’s COVID-19 second wave, Cottage by the Sea put particular focus on opening up our Riptide facility to host families in need of a break from their everyday lives. The first two of many families booked to benefit from this service were referred to us by Justice Connect; an organisation who […]

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Cottage makeover

Cottage by the Sea CEO Adam Wake recently showed journalists from the Geelong Advertiser a sneak peak at our renovation. You can read the article here.

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Supporting our community in times of need.

In response to COVID-19 restrictions Cottage by the Sea has been delivering remote children’s programs as well as providing food relief to our local community. Food relief response While we are unable to have children onsite, our Chef has continued to produce remarkable meals from rescued and donated food. We have been delivering approximately 600 […]