Port Campbell's Crayfest proves a success for businesses in its second year

For a second year, the town's seafood-inspired food festival teemed with local and international visitors, and gave residents and businesses a much-needed boost.

Grassroots Deli Cafe owner Maria Gordon said the event was a great way to unite the community and celebrate the region's offerings.

"It just brings everyone together and is all about supporting the local produce," she said.

"The last couple of years have been really tough, especially for primary producers."

This year, Crayfest also hosted music entertainment by local acts including Brigid McKinnon, Josh Taylor and Listzomania.

Twelve Rocks Cafe and Beach Bar owner Mick Hunt said these attractions gave it potential to grow.

"It's really created a niche for us," he said.

"This could grow into something a little bit different with a few more things thrown into the mix.

"By the look of the numbers [of visitors], I think it's worth putting the effort in."

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Real Pizza, Pasta and Salad restaurant owner Kylie Treble said she was thrilled with the festival's return.

"Crayfest really encapsulates a community feel. It's important to the town on several levels," she said.

"It brings the community together from an organisational point of view, and from a business perspective, it's really good to have a lot of people around."

Ms Treble said she hoped it would become a tradition and would support organisers in broadening the festival's scope.

"We could perhaps introduce more of a whole weekend aspect," she said.

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