Cape Woolamai, Victoria — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live local weather conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Cape Woolamai, in the Bass Coast Shire local government area.
| Locality | Cape Woolamai |
| State | Victoria (VIC) |
| Local Government Area | Bass Coast Shire |
| Country | Australia |
| Timezone | Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT) |
| Remoteness | Inner Regional Australia |
| Latitude | -38.5434 |
| Longitude | 145.34322 |
| Population | 1,641 |
| Density | 272.1 /km² |
| Area | 6.0 km² |
| Elevation | 20 m |
| Postcode | 3925 |
| Area Code | 03 |
| Distance to Melbourne | 88 km south-southeast |
Cape Woolamai is a locality in the Bass Coast Shire local government area of Victoria, Australia. It has a population of approximately 1,641. The locality covers an area of 6.0 km², giving a population density of about 272.1 people per km². It sits at an elevation of around 20 m above sea level. It lies approximately 88 km south-southeast of Melbourne. Cape Woolamai is located at 38.5434°S, 145.3432°E. It observes Australian Eastern Time (AEST/AEDT). Postcode: 3925. The Australian Bureau of Statistics classifies the area as Inner Regional Australia.
Cape Woolamai juts out from Phillip Island, a rugged sentinel against the restless southern ocean. It lies 42.9 km south-east of Mornington, VIC (from Mornington, VIC: bearing 145°T), and is situated 12.3 km south-east of Cowes. Here, the land rises in dramatic, wind-scoured cliffs, a stark contrast to the gentler contours of the island's interior. Gnarled coastal heaths cling tenaciously to the slopes, their tough leaves a testament to the persistent salt spray and bracing winds. Below, vast expanses of pale sand stretch towards the horizon, meeting the churning, jade-green water in a constant embrace of surf and foam. The air itself carries the sharp tang of brine and the distant cries of seabirds, a wild, untamed perfume that speaks of a land shaped by elemental forces.
Historically, Cape Woolamai’s identity is tied to its dramatic coastline and the hardy souls who have navigated its shores. While not a centre of heavy industry, its economy has long been influenced by the bounty of the sea and the appeal of its natural beauty. The surrounding waters have historically supported fishing endeavours, and more recently, tourism has become a significant draw, attracting visitors drawn to the renowned surf breaks and the breathtaking coastal walks that traverse the headland. The iconic lighthouse, a stoic guardian against the treacherous currents, stands as a silent witness to the region's maritime past and its enduring connection to the ocean's power. The land, though often windswept, supports pockets of resilient grazing, a quiet continuation of pastoral traditions that have shaped the broader island landscape.
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This page provides an interactive Google map of Cape Woolamai, Victoria with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions with current observations and a 7-day forecast are powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while an editorially written description provides background on Cape Woolamai, in the Bass Coast Shire local government area.
Detailed location data for Cape Woolamai includes the postcode (3925), telephone area code (03), and local government area (Bass Coast Shire), with an ABS remoteness classification of Inner Regional Australia. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Australian city, town or locality.
Location data is drawn from Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020) and enriched with GeoNames and Australian Bureau of Statistics data, matched by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Cape Woolamai is identified even where the name is shared across multiple localities.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Geoscape Administrative Boundaries (GDA2020); enriched with GeoNames and ABS 2021 Census data, matched by coordinate proximity |
| Description | Editorial description generated with AI assistance from verified Geoscape, ABS and GeoNames location data. |