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Torquay is a seaside holiday resort
& a residential satellite of Geelong, located 95 km south-west of Melbourne & 22 km south of
Geelong.
Torquay is known as the 'Surf
Capital of Australia' & the town contains numerous businesses &
manufacturers related to the pastime who have long been sponsors of the
Easter surfing championships at Bells
Beach. Torquay is also a popular fishing spot.
The Australian Strongman Triathlon is held at Torquay in early
February, the High Tide Festival in early December & the Ripcurl Pro
Surfing Classic at nearby Bells
Beach. Surf carnivals are also held throughout the summer.
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