Merricks Beach is a peaceful seaside community on Westernport Bay on the Mornington Peninsula, an hour outside Melbourne.
The community has a strong focus on protecting the natural environment and local flora and fauna.
Merricks Beach
The annual Merricks Beach sandmodelling competition is a popular event and is followed by a sausage sizzle, where the community gathers to debate the judges' decisons.
Merricks Beach
Merricks Beach from the cliff top.
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Coastal scenery
Merricks Beach
Sailing is a popular pastime promoted through the Merricks Yacht Club.