Victoria location profile
Newhaven VIC 3925
Newhaven is a small, relaxed coastal township at the gateway to Phillip Island, known for its marina, foreshore, and easy access to beaches and nature. It appeals to retirees, holidaymakers, and sea-change families seeking a quiet village feel close to island attractions.
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Why families consider Newhaven
A tranquil seaside community with an older demographic, holiday homes, and a boating culture; day-to-day life revolves around the foreshore, marina, and nearby township services in San Remo and Cowes.
Amenities & services
- Local shops and cafes along Phillip Island Rd
- IGA Supermarket (San Remo)
- Coles, Woolworths and ALDI (Cowes)
- San Remo Medical Centre
- Phillip Island Health Hub (Cowes)
- Bass Coast Health – Wonthaggi Hospital
- Cafes and restaurants in Newhaven and San Remo
- Phillip Island Chocolate Factory (visitor attraction and cafe)
- Phillip Island Library, 89 Thompson Ave, Cowes
- Wonthaggi Library, Murray St, Wonthaggi
Transport & connectivity
- No local train station; nearest metropolitan lines at Cranbourne/Pakenham
- V/Line coach services connecting Newhaven/San Remo–Cowes–Melbourne (via Koo Wee Rup)
- Local bus links to Cowes and Wonthaggi
- Phillip Island Rd (B420) and Bass Hwy (A420)
Lifestyle & recreation
- Newhaven Yacht Squadron Marina and boat ramp
- Beaches and foreshore walking/cycling paths
- Churchill Island heritage farm and trails
- Phillip Island Chocolate Factory attraction
- Fishing, sailing, kayaking and coastal lookouts
- Newhaven Foreshore Reserve
- Churchill Island
- Churchill Island Marine National Park
- Conservation Hill and Rhyll Inlet Nature Reserve
- San Remo Foreshore Reserve
Education context
Limited services in Newhaven; long day care and kindergarten available in nearby San Remo and Cowes, plus Newhaven College ELC on Phillip Island; vacancies vary seasonally.
- Monash University – Peninsula Campus (Frankston)
- Monash University – Clayton Campus (Clayton)
- Federation University Australia – Gippsland Campus (Churchill)