In good weather though, this beach definitely must be one of the best in Victoria, especially when it comes to surfing. Positioned outside of the the bay that most of Melbourne lies within, the beaches on Phillip Island boasts some pretty massive waves - from what I've seen waves usually range from 1 to 3 metres high on a windy day. It also features (generally speaking) a lot of strong winds and colder than anticipated water temperatures - even in summer, you could very well need a wetsuit to surf here.
Myself, I have a rational fear of giant friggin' waves, and I hate the cold, so I don't generally swim in this beach but many people do - swimming is definitely only a viable option in summer. The beach features soft yellow sand, the kind that makes the squeaky noise when you run on it.
The most popular attraction in Phillip Island is the fairy penguins. The penguin parade begins around sundown, but you'll want to get there early to secure yourself a front row seat. Bring a warm coat - we even used a sleeping bag for extra warmth while waiting one night in January! Crowds seat themselves on a grand-stand style bench facing the beach, and we wait for the little penguins to waddle in out of the sea. They don't let you take photos of the event so no pictures of these guys - sorry! The penguins walk past the stands onlookers are seated on, and you can follow the penguins as they waddle towards their nests, by walking on the boardwalks alongside them.
The moral of the story is - you've got the car anyway, so trust me: bring a coat, for just in case.
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