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Sister sister at Star of Sea SIBLING SUPPORT: New prep Alice Sampson (second left) has joined her sisters Bree, Tara and Lucy at Our Lady Star of the Sea. Meet more sisters in the class of 2014, page 25.
ANOTHER GRUBB RD SMASH ANOTHER serious Grubb Road smash has left experienced emergency service workers shaking their heads. It comes in a year when a man has died and half a dozen seriously
injured in a catalogue of incidents between Ocean Grove and Drysdale. Last week a car being driven by a woman in her 60s veered across the road and collided with a power pole. Two
ambulances, police, SES, six fire trucks and an air ambulance were despatched to the scene to rescue an injured woman who was flown to the Royal Melbourne Hospital. Story page 3.
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FREE RANGE: Ben and the team at the Piping Hot Chicken and Burger Grill recently installed opening windows in their venue.
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A NEW inside-outside feel was created when the Olive Pit carried out a recent refit. Like the Chicken Shop above, the deli has created a new atmosphere on the street, installing big welcoming windows on the world.
Voters return Lisa Neville to Bellarine VICTORIA has a new premier and the seat of Bellarine showed faith in Lisa Neville. Daniel Andrews and his Labor Party were elected after winning the Victorian state election held on November 29. Ms Neville was
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returned as Member for Bellarine. Ocean Grovers turned out in force on the day to vote even though 30% of Victorians voted early in the way of postal votes or by attending early polling booths.
THE Flying Brick's Cider House and visitor information centre officially opened on Friday. The retro-inspired landmark venue is the brainchild of David and Lyndsay Sharp of Leura Park Estate and Jack Rabbit Vineyard. Located on the Bellarine Highway, Wallington, the new Cider House is true to brand, reflecting the Flying Brick bird itself with the exterior façade echoing the Yellow Tailed Black Cockatoo colours and wing span. Inside, the imposing wood clad ceiling mirrors a commanding yet highly intricate wing structure. The Flying Brick Cider House also incorporates an accredited Visitor Information Centre (9am to 5pm, seven days).
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Ocean Grove Primary election day sizzlers: Simone Allan, Jacinta McCartin, ErinCarpenter andScottCarpenter.
RDA farewells Jane at Christmas party The Barwon Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) gathered at Koombalah Park late last month for its Christmas break-up, and to say farewell to one of its longest serving members, Jane Nevile. Mrs Nevile was one of co-founding members of the group and has given 38 years of her life to working with horses and people with a disability. “I love the interaction with the kids and their
interaction with the horses,” she said. “When they do respond, it’s an overwhelming joy.” Mrs Nevile started her work for RDA in 1976, on her property 'Darriwill', taking children with a disability for a ride on her own and borrowed horses. She has since held various positions within the association, both at State and local level, including being president of Barwon RDA for 10
years. “There are a lot of fond memories, especially of three children, who competed in the Paralympics,” she said. “What it’s about is making life more interesting and giving the kids more social interaction.” Mrs Nevile was head coach for many years, before retiring, and fellow members of the association said her role as a physiotherapist was
instrumental in providing advice to other coaches regarding seriously disabled children. Children from Surfside Primary School and eight other schools in Geelong joined most of the Barwon RDA’s 40 volunteers to say goodbye to Mrs Nevile and enjoy a fun-filled day including face-painting, magic performances, a petting farm, an awards presentation and, of course, riding.
LIGHTING going in the Terrace trees will be permanent and is part of a Geelong-wide initiative to illuminate the streets.
Santa run on Christmas Eve OCEAN Grove CFA will be staging its traditional Santa run around the town on Christmas Eve. Keep a look out for signs at the stop off locations and on the Voice facebook page for details.
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One anonymous Ocean Grover paid fallen Australian cricketer Phillip Hughes a wonderful tribute last week. This tribute was found at the old cenotaph space. Hughes died after suffering a blow to the neck while playing Shield cricket for South Australia at the SCG. He was on 63 at the time of the incident. All Ocean Grove cricket sides paid their respects to Phillip by wearing black armbands and observing a minute's silence before play on Saturday. See page 46 for the Grubbers' A grade tribute.
63 not out forever
Martin Geerings, Greg Sly and Doug Pearce. OCEAN Grove CFA raised more than $200 when they held a sausage sizzle at a recent Greg Sly Optometrist's open day. Greg agreed to match that amount and last week he presented the brigade's Martin Geerings and Doug Pearce with a cheque for that amount.
Appeal for old mobile phones OCEAN Grove businesswoman Jeanette Roche is putting a call out for people to hand in their old mobile phones so that they can be recycled and help reduce the demand for coltan mining. Phone refurbishment reduces the demand for coltan mining in chimpanzee habitat. For more information contact Jeanette at Roche Accounting on 5256 2764
Woman injured
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A WOMAN was rescued by emergency workers after her car ploughed into a power pole between Ocean Grove and Drysdale. A female driver veered off the road and smashed into a power pole, snapping it at the base, and leaving it suspended perilously by live cables. The single vehicle crash happened about half way along Grubb Rd just before 4pm on Wednesday. Paramedics, fire, SES and police all worked together on the scene. The woman who was
CROWE Horwath’s West Vic Team raised a total of $6801 for Movember. Ocean Grove’s Luke Andrews (pictured) as well as colleagues Adam Murray, Josh Easton, Shane Hilton and McFarlane Pattinson at Geelong took part in the annual moustache growing fundraiser for men’s health. Crowe Horwath Aus/ NZ network raised a total of $23,676.
Grubb Rd hotspot a cause for concern
conscious and breathing was taken by ambulance to a waiting air ambulance before being flown to the Royal Melbourne Hospital. On Friday she was said to have chest and rib injuries and was in a serious but stable condition. The road remained blocked off in both ways for two hours while emergency workers cleared the scene. This was the latest in a series of accidents that have happened on Grubb Road this year, the worst where a Clifton Springs man died in September.
A woman was badly injured in a car accident on Grubb Rd.
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LOCAL Big Issue seller Peter Hodge has been doing his bit to help add a little festive cheer to the town. Peter said "i just want to brighten the place up. I do it for the kids and Christmas is a difficult time for the homeless. Without the churches, Salvos, Lifeline and food kitchens we would have nothing."
Santa at seniors
Leading soprano Sally Wilson rehearses a duet for the Carols with Artistic Director, Jon Mamonski.
SANTA made an early visit to Ocean Grove Senior Citizens Centre last week. The man in red dropped by after the centre had put on its sixth annual festive time film – this year it was Christmas with the Kransky’s. Santa did a round of the guests, handing out presents, and spreading plenty of cheer along the way. Members also enjoyed an afternoon tea put on by the centre.
PREPARATIONS are in full swing for the 2014 Ocean Grove Carols in the Park. Be thrilled by the astonishing voice of international star soprano, Sally Wilson who has been headlining opera houses around the world for the past 20 years and has now made Ocean Grove her home. Together with the sixty voice choir, led by Natale Lewington
and the Carols Orchestra with Music Director. Michael Wilding and guests singers, you can sing your heart out. Donations made at the gate will go to the special Ocean Grove Disability Accommodation project. Safe LED candles and wrist bands will also be available at each gate. Artistic Director Jon
Mamonski is excited about this year’s Carols in the Park, “Beyond doubt this year’s line up of talent is the best yet and not to be missed”. Gates open at 6pm 14 December with the show commencing at 7.30. Best to be early to get a good spot. The Ocean Grove Carols in the Park is proudly supported by the Ocean Grove Voice.
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HO, HO, HO: Darryn Murphy and Steven Stephanides approve of the new tree. The MikMaks with youngsters Miller Giles and is Stephanie Terry.
MikMaks headline packed evening of family fun THE MikMaks are headlining this year’s Kingston Twilight Christmas Party – and everyone is welcome to join the family fun. This is the third year that Kingston Ocean Grove has put on the fun for all party at Airlie’s Playspace and this one promises to be even bigger with the appearance of Disney characters, Santa arriving on the Wallington fire truck, balloons, face painting, pony rides, face painting and a bouncy castle. The event starts at 6pm on Monday December 22 and the
MikMaks will be performing 45 minutes of song, laughter and interactive fun. They will also have copies of their DVD on sale. Santa will be arriving between 7.45pm and 8pm. Bring a picnic basket and the family. A food van as well as lollies and snow cones will be available. Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions will be running a free sausage sizzle. There will be goodie bags for the first 100 children. Keep an eye on the Kingston Ocean Grove facebook page
where they will be offering the chance to win a $200 Party Girl (face painting) voucher. • The organisers are also encouraging locals to bring along a non-perishable food item to donate to the OGBH Lions Food Bank. This is an opportunity to help make the Christmas table extra special this year for a family in need. Look for the big red box at the Christmas party and pop your donation in there. Airlie’s PlaySpace is at Kingston Lake Reserve, Oakdean Boulevard, in Ocean Grove.
New tree for the Terrace OCEAN Grove CBD has a new Christmas Tree. The tree, which has been located next to the Post Office, was put in place last week and the lights were switched on on Friday night.
A chance to donate at Grove Giving Tree THE Grove Centre and Bellarine Aquatic and Sports Centre are receiving presents for those in need, as part of the Bethany BayFM Giving Tree Appeal. The Giving Tree Appeal has been going for 14 years and there are 70 collection points around Geelong this year. Nine agencies from Geelong benefit from the appeal, including Bethany Community Support. For more details see www.bethany. org.au.
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Committee re-elected, but not without some controversy OCEAN Grove Park members re-elected their existing committee at their AGM last week, but not without controversy and a bitter exchange of words. The rift appeared to be mainly the one that divided residents over the proposed performance space, which is now well underway. A number of objectors have questioned the validity of the vote for a new committee after it was revealed that a proxy voting box was unavailable on a Saturday. The objectors made their concerns public during the meeting but after the vote result was concluded. The objectors have also slammed the fact that the initial list of candidates circulated only included re-standing committee members. However, the committee has defended both points, stating that a genuine error occurred with the box housed at the council office which was closed on a Saturday, and the decision to send out a list of known candidates was according to normal procedure. The committee stated that as soon as a full list of candidates was known they
The re-elected executive committee of Betty Glasgow, Colin Atkins, Leigh Holloway and Murray Waugh at the meeting.
were posted on the website. A full list of candidates also appeared in the last edition of the Voice. The vote was carried out and counted with requested scrutineers and under the watch of a representative from the electoral commission. President Colin Atkins said that he would be conferring with the park’s legal department in a bid to reassure members that the advice they had taken was correct. That was after new candidate Tui Pickett challenged the validity of the election. She said: “It has been proven that it is impossible for anyone not currently on the committee to be elected
to the committee. “The package sent out to all members on November 10 contained material promoting the current committee members before other members had access to nomination forms and before the closing date of nominations. The package also included proxy voting forms allowing those to be completed prior to all nominations being received and prior to the nomination closing date.” Ms Pickett also raised the issue about the unavailable proxy voting box. “Under the circumstances I believe the nominees not on the committee have been denied fair and equitable treatment and members
have been denied the opportunity to make a true and balanced assessment of all candidates. So I would like to propose a motion that this meeting has no constitutional basis.” Mr Atkins denied Ms Pickett that call, telling her that under the rules it was not possible to add items to the agenda. Another member of those attending dismissed the claims of the objectors explaining that he had initially voted on the first list of candidates but had subsequently changed it. He said he could not see what the problem was and that other members could have taken the option to change their vote too.
Mr Atkins said that the committee had been advised that they needed to send out “any firm intentions for nominations” as well as the nomination forms. He said that the committee had done that by the book. A suggested way forward was made by a member of the audience who called for a policy and procedures guide being developed by Jon Mamonski for the performance space to also include a breakdown of procedures for committee elections. The re-elected committee was Colin Atkins (president), Murray Waugh (vice-president), Leigh Holloway (secretary) and Betty Glasgow (treasurer), as well as Phil Dix, David Lidgett, Shelley McKiernan, Don Pietrapertosa, Terry Riordan and Neil Wallace. Earlier in the meeting thanks were also offered to a number of members who were not present but had given years of assistance and fundraising efforts to the park. They included Wilma and Graham Tribe and Jim Biggins. Letters of thanks would be drawn up.
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Voice on holiday in Vegas, baby!
The Powe family – Monique, Jake, Geoff and Danielle – took the Voice on their recent holiday to the USA. They snapped this picture in Las Vegas, Nevada.
State view – Lisa Neville Thank you to the people of the Bellarine electorate for supporting my re-election as the Member for Bellarine. It is an honour and a privilege to continue to represent you in the Parliament of Victoria for the next four years. There are some important priorities to be delivered in the Ocean Grove area including: • $1 million to deal with traffic management issues in and around the dangerous intersection of Marlin Drive and Tuckfield Street. • $2.675 million towards the upgrade of the Ocean Grove Surf Lifesaving Club. • $60,000 for an external, electronic scoreboard at the Shell Road reserve to further support the development at Shell Road and the great work of the Ocean Grove Football and Netball Club in our community. I am looking forward to continuing to work with the community on these important local issues.
I hope everyone has a safe and happy Christmas and New Year and I look forward to working with you in 2015. As always, please don't hesitate to contact me by email or call my office if there are any matters that I may be able
to assist you with directly. Hon Lisa Neville MP Member for Bellarine lisa.neville@parliament. vic.gov.au Twitter @LisanevilleMP 5248 3462
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Wave erosion tackled at beach NEARLY 1500 cubic metres of sand has been lifted from an area near RAAFs and then redeposited on the eastern side of the main beach boat ramp in a bid to deal with serious wave erosion. Barwon Coast has taken
the action, in conjunction with DEPI, as a short term measure after wave action and storm threatened to cause a summer safety issue. “We are carrying out a beach re-nourishment program to protect the
dunes at main beach,” said Barwon Coast general manager Bob Jordan. “There has been so much erosion it may have caused safety concerns in the peak summer.” Mr Jordan said that the erosion has already led to
the closure of two sets of stairs, one of which has been lost to the ocean. He has also advised parents and pet owners to keep children and dogs away from dunes which currently pose a risk to safety.
In the longer term, Mr Jordan said that DEPI and Barwon Coast had engaged engineers to look at what can be done about the erosion and whether human interference, such as the boat ramp, may be causing the problem.
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Engineers make the final preparations for the sinking of ex-HMAS Canberra. Back then the Barwon Heads bridge was being built (background) and Geelong had just won its second AFL grand final in three years.
Sinking, five years on IT’S now five years since Ocean Grovers gathered on the esplanade hills and beaches to watch the sinking of ex-HMAS Canberra a kilometre off shore. For those who patiently waited on the day will remember that an anticipated one hour wait turned to five hours – only to see it sink in 30 seconds. Last week Parks Victoria marked the anniversary of the sinking with a ceremony in Queenscliff. Chief Executive Dr Bill Jackson and Tourism Greater Geelong Executive Director Roger Grant were joined by dive industry representatives on Friday to celebrate the 5th anniversary of what has become one of Australia’s
best diving experiences. The ex-HMAS Canberra, a former warship that served the Australian Navy between 1981 and 2005, was the first artificial reef in Victoria created specifically for diving. The ex-HMAS Canberra opened on 5 December 2009 and now lies in approximately 28 metres of water off the Grove coast. Over time the ex-HMAS Canberra wreck has become a haven for marine life and transformed the ship from a wreck into a spectacular artificial reef. Parks Victoria Chief Executive Dr Bill Jackson said the ex-HMAS Canberra site provided exciting opportunities for diving enthusiasts.
“The site has become a fascinating dive location for suitably qualified and experienced divers and provides great opportunities for those interested in wrecks and local marine life. “The wreck’s smooth surfaces have weathered to become an artificial reef environment that includes kelp forests, sponge gardens, and many fish and invertebrates living on or inside the hull. “Divers can explore a large area of the ex-HMAS Canberra, including flight decks, bridge, engine rooms, galley and the accommodation quarters. “We are lucky in Victoria to have such a range of diving ‘hotspots’ with world-class shipwreck
Parks Victoria and tourism chiefs marked the anniversary with a cake cutting in Queenscliff. dives like the ex-HMAS Canberra, and some of the most spectacular and diverse marine life and environments that are protected in our marine protected area system,” said Dr Jackson. Roger Grant, Executive Director, Tourism Greater Geelong said, “For those wanting to dive the ex-
HMAS Canberra or one of the many world-class dive sites in Southern Port Phillip Bay, there are licensed dive operators in the region to help make this fantastic experience a reality.” For information about the ex-HMAS Canberra or to book a permit call 13 1963.
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Movie scene at beach OCEAN GROVE locals may have noticed a flurry of activity at Seven West Beach late last month, as lifesavers battled the surf, accompanied by the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter. Yet this wasn’t the rescue it appeared, but rather the debut film of Ocean Grove based director James Burke, named Seven West after the beach. The film focusses on the everyday life of an average family, dealing with a trauma, which has led to mental-health issues. Before the film, the
Shooting a scene from Seven West at Ocean Grove. 26-year-old director had mainly been involved in shooting music and
corporate videos, as well as backstage interviews at concerts and comedy
shows. “That was the first fictional film I’ve directed,” he said. The film was supported by Headspace and Deakin University, as well as local organisations such as Oakdene Vineyards. “We were lucky that a few local businesses down here gave us that last bit of funding,” Mr Burke. Mr Burke said it was a difficult film to shoot, especially coordinating the helicopter. “Originally they were only meant to be there for 20 minutes,” he said.
“We were lucky enough that the pilot decided they were going to hang about and they performed some pretty cool manoeuvers in the end.” “They did us a great service.” The young director said he plans to premier the film at the Melbourne International Film Festival and he hopes it will draw attention to Ocean Grove as a setting for films. “Hopefully we’re looking at bringing extra funding for directors and creative in the area,” he said.
Former players enjoy gala day OCEAN GROVE Bowling Club held a special gala day lunch late last month, to invite back its past members and those who have hung up their boots. “It’s a day where we invite the retired bowlers for lunch,” said Ocean Grove Bowling Club president Terry Tinker. “Those that want to bowl can.” The 23 guests have a colossal 3478 games between them. Roy Porter was one of the few bowling veterans who took up the offer to return to the green for a
day. When asked if he and his friends still enjoyed bowling Mr Porter replied: “we’re enjoying still being alive!” Others, while not able to bowl, enjoyed catching up with old friends and being in sight of the green. “We can’t bowl any more, but I’m enjoying having a look,” said Ron Johnson, one of the retired bowlers. “It’s like a second home,” said fellow retired bowler Alex Slocombe. “We’ve been here for years.”
Former players enjoyed Ocean Grove Bowling Club's gala day.
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Grovedale firefighters demonstrate their specialist flare off equipment and techniques during the training day at Ocean Grove.
Fireys help keep camp sites safe OCEAN Grove CFA once again hosted one of their vital and well attended training days for local caravan, camping and holiday park teams. In years gone by the event used to be mainly for the nearby Bellarine operators but now attendees come from as far away as the Surf Coast. The day includes instruction on checking and testing gas equipment, ways of dealing with certain types of fires and an opportunity to try using a range of fire
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Caravan ablaze, see page 5 Wendy Young and Christine Houston enjoy the annual Tranquility Fair at Ocean Grove Park on Saturday. For all the colour and fun, see pages 16 and 17.
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In January this year a caravan was destroyed by fire at a local site. extinguishers, so they are familiar with their operation when they are needed.
Pine tree doubles in size THE lone pine tree in the picture (right) has more than doubled in size since it was planted as a seedling at an Anzac Day ceremony at Curlewis in 2011. A bronze plaque on the rock in the foreground bears the inscription ‘Aleppo Pine, descendant of the original lone pine of Gallipoli. Presented by Legacy.’ In November this year, several Flanders poppies were planted next to the tree in remembrance of all those who served in the Great War. The photo shows the Ocean Grove Barwon Heads RSL site at the Avenue of Honour, Curlewis, which is dedicated to fallen members of the armed
forces from the Bellarine Peninsula. This area has been planted out as a joint initiative of the Friends of the Bellarine Rail Trail and the Ocean Grove Barwon Heads RSL subbranch. Located at the former Curlewis rail siding which was one of several sidings/ stations built along the Bellarine rail line after it was established in 1879, primarily as an integral part of the Port Phillip Bay defence system, supplying Queenscliff and other forts located at the south end of Port Phillip bay. The rail line for many years carried not only military needs, but also passengers, farm produce
and supplies to local farmers and townships before being finally shut down in the 1970s, a victim of more efficient road transport systems. Fred Cook from the Friends of the Bellarine Rail Trail volunteer group, and Wally Gee from the Ocean Grove Barwon Heads RSL, are shown paying their respects to those who have served in our armed forces. Adjacent to the site there is now a shelter from the weather, a picnic table and water fountain, all provided by City of Greater Geelong for users of the trail, together with signage telling of the history of this former rail siding.
This lone pine tree has doubled in size since April 2011.
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Choir stoked on sound Sarah's Christmas Carrolls
SEVERAL Ocean Grove musicians took part in the recent Queenscliff Music Festival. Among the wider Bellarine groups was the Tides Of Welcome Choir, pictured above. Led by new choir leader Andrea Robertson, taking over from Tiffany Eckhart, the singers, accompanied by Dave Robertson on percussion, played on Sunday morning at Stoked on Hesse Reports are that it “went really well and sounded beautiful in that venue�. Other local artists taking part included Bellarine Kids and Aine Tyrrell among others.
THE Piping Hot Chicken and Burger Grill's now traditional Sarah's Christmas Carrolls is set for Sunday December 21. Keep a watch out on the venue facebook. The event usually starts in the afternoon.
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An endless summer at new Ocean Grove cafe THE Endless Summer Cafe began in November by new owners Rod and Mandy Mills. Rod and Mandy started their first ever exciting new business venture and bought the Blue Fin Cafe. The family, including their three daughters Ebonie, Kirsty and Brittney, along with many others, spent two weeks renovating the cafe to give it the bright and surf-inspired facelift you can experience there today. The Mills family are local to the area and are passionate about good food, fresh local produce and excellent customer service and providing a very family-orientated atmosphere. They love cooking up a storm of home style fresh and delicious breakfast favourites – everything from breakfast share platters to the classic eggs Benedict right through to the 'big kahuna' breakfast for one. The moment you walk in the first thing you notice is The Endless Summer Cafe's surfside decor. This cafe has plenty of room for all diners, couples and families alike, both inside and out, with the
always sought after ocean views that Ocean Grove has on offer. Come in for the wide range of all-day breakfast or lunch, coffee or any of the large range of cakes on any day of the week. The Endless Summer Cafe also offers a fresh, made-to-order sandwich bar for lunch-on-the-go with wraps and gluten-free options also available. This new and exciting family-run business is all about fresh local homestyle food in an atmosphere that is accommodating and welcoming to all. So come on in and see what the Endless Summer Cafe has on offer – you won't be disappointed. The Endless Summer ‘Just Got Naked’. It has switched to ‘Naked Espresso’ an up-and-coming Melbourne Roasting Company. The cafe will be showcasing some of Naked Espresso’s best blends which is bound to please and always ensures your experience is one that begins with a smile and ends with upmost customer satisfaction.
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what’s ON music/live events
• Piping Hot Chicken Shop - December12 8 Ball Aitken - December 21 Sarah's Christmas Carolls • Barwon Heads Hotel - Friday December 26 Boxing day featuring Andy Murphy, Katie Valentine & more - Wednesdays Master of Dartness & Poker from 7pm - Thursdays Trivia Night 7.30pm - Friday Happy Hour 5-7pm raffle live music - Open mic for youth show under 21s every second month on a Sunday 3pm-5.30pm. More info contact Jill Meehan 0431 606 476. • Potato Shed, Drysdale - December 12, 12x12 Plays - December 13, Spud Club open mic - December 14, BecFaireyDance concerts • Springdale Community
Centre Hall - Making waves music/ poetry arvo every third Sun of every month 2pm - 5.30pm • Ocean Grove Bowling Club - Saturday December 20 Matt Orchard, 8pm - Saturday December 27 Cold Shot, 8pm
markets & fairs
• Parkes Hall Newcombe Street Portarlington, last Sunday of month, 9am2pm • Rotary Club of Ocean Grove Market - first Sunday of month 9am-1pm Bellarine Aquatic & Sports Centre, Shell Rd • Bellarine Community Farmers Market - 3rd Saturday of month, 9am-1pm at Ocean Grove Park • Buy Bellarine Produce Barn - Tuckerberry Farm Saturdays and Sundays 9am-3pm
Clubs meet Mondays Ocean Grove Bridge Club, 1pm, Marcus Hill Hall, Bellarine Highway end of Banks Road. Also Wednesdays and Fridays 1pm. Phone Marg 5256 2550. Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 7-9pm. (juniors/seniors) at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone 5255 1641. Ocean Grove & District Men’s Shed - Mon, Tue and Fri: 9am to 3pm, and Wed 9am to 12pm, 17 Smithton Grove. Phone Ted Price 5255 2595. Jujitsu, 6.30pm – juniors; 7.30pm – adults, Surfside Centre, Phone Steve 0438 019 991. First Monday of every month Bellarine Fly Fishing Association, 7.30pm, Shannon Park, Shannon Avenue, Newtown. Phone Pat on 0414 959248 or Bruce on 0407 361319 or email bffa@hotmail.com. Legacy Laurel Group of Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads, 2pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Draper St. Details 5251 2268 or 51542873. Third Monday of every month Ocean Grove RSL, 2.30pm, Club Grove. Committee meets at 1.30pm, The Terrace. Ocean Grove Garden Club, 1.30pm, Uniting Church Hall, Eggleston Street. Phone Margaret 5255 2848. Bellarine Fly Fishing Association, 7.30pm, Shannon Park, Shannon Avenue, Newtown. Phone Pat on 0414 959248 or Bruce on 0407
food/wine • Leura Park Estate
Sundays 12.30pm – 4.30pm Live music, sensational food and wines available Ph: 5253 3180 • McGlashan’s Wallington Estate Swan Bay Road Wallington - Open weekends and public holidays 11am - 5pm new release wines, gourmet platters and classic car displays Ph: 5250 5760
get active
• Ocean Grove Recreation Hall, Ocean Grove Calisthenics classes incorporating dance, song, ballet and gymnastics with strength and creativity Ph: 0438-055 679 • Senior Citizens Hall Ocean Grove - Monday 9.15am gentle exercises to music for 55-plus, 10.15am gentle exercises to music for 65-plus contact Marg on 52 551 335 - Thursday 1pm Craft
Group • Uniting Church Hall Ocean Grove - Wednesdays 9am Volleyball, 9.30am exercises to music for all ages contact Marg on 5255 1335 • Queenscliff RSL Hall - Mondays 1.30pm exercises using chairs for all ages contact Marg on 5255 1335 • Leopold Hall, Bellarine Highway - Tuesdays 7.45pm – 10pm Scottish Country Dance (formerly Ocean Grove) Ph: 5251 3393 • Barwon Heads Community Hall Yoga and dance with Tara Lynch classes for all ages and abilities Ph: 0435 481 920 • Scout Hall, The Avenue Ocean Grove - Wednesday 7pm 1st/2nd Ocean Grove Scout Group Clubs Meet Enquiries Ph: 0422 700951 • Yoga classes in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads: Beginners, Hatha, Vinyas and
361319 or email bffa@hotmail.com. Fourth Monday of every month Combined Probus Club of Ocean Grove, 10am, Ocean Grove Golf Club. Friendship is our theme. Phone John Grant on 5256 1940 Tuesdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 10am to noon (adults only) at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone John 5256 2489 or Chris 5256 1996. Bellarine T.O.W.N., 5.30pm, Uniting Church Hall, Eggleston Street. Phone Doreen on 5255 2856. Ocean Grove Senior Citizens Club, The Terrace Tuesday 1pm. Also Thursday and Friday 1.30pm. Phone Dianne on 5255 2996 Rotary Club of Ocean Grove, 6pm, Club Grove. Phone 0457 315 900. Barwon Heads Chorale 7.30pm at the Anglican Church Barwon Heads. All abilities welcome to come along for a sing and a laugh. Phone Jo 5254 2670. First Tuesday of every month Ocean Grove Men’s Probus, 10am to noon, Ocean Grove Hotel, Collendina. Guest speakers, make friends. Visitors welcome. Phone Terry 5255 5587. First and Third Tuesday of every month Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club, 7pm, Moorfield Park, Grubb Road. New Lions most welcome. Phone 0418 524 873.
Svaroopa Yoga Ph: 0413 955 331 or email Kerryn@bluewateryoga. org.au
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• Ocean Grove Library, corner Presidents Avenue and The Avenue. - Wednesdays 10.30am – Toddlertime - Thursdays 11.30am Babytime - Nursery Verses - Fridays 10.30am Preschool Storytime. - First Wednesday of the month 4pm-5pm Chatterbooks junior book club for kids aged 8-12 - Third Tuesday of each month 2.30pm-3.30pm Book chat for adults. All welcome.www. geelonglibraries.vic.gov. au
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• Koombahla Equestrian Park - Tuesday to Friday After school riding programs special school holiday
courses available Ph: 52 562 742. • Bellarine Church of Christ Hall 17 Tareeda Way Ocean Grove - Saturdays 10-11am Tuesdays 7.30- 8.30pm Ocean Grove Toy Library Borrow a range of toys for children aged six months to six years, open to all families on the Bellarine www. oceangrovetoylibrary. org.au • Uniting Church Ocean Grove - Friday 10am-noon Ocean Grove Play Group Any children 5yrs and under welcome to join a friendly play group large indoor and outdoor area, lots of toys, great craft activities, music and story time contact Chelsea Cole at oceangroveplaygroup@ gmail.com classes & exhibtions • Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre Program with a range of courses, classes and fun activities Ph: 5255 4294
Wednesdays Ocean Grove & District Men’s Shed, 9am to 1pm, 17 Smithton Grove. Phone Ernie 0421 703 368. Jujitsu, 6.30pm – juniors; 7.30pm – adults, Surfside Centre, Phone Steve 0438 019 991. First Wednesday of every month Bellarine Business Women. From 7pm, Suma Park Winery, Bellarine Highway. For details contact info@ bellarinebusinesswomen.com.au or 0412 199 467 Second Wednesday of every month Parkinson’s Self Help Support Group, 1.30pm, Grove Centre (next to library), Presidents Avenue. Phone Pam 5255 5152 Third Wednesday of every month Ocean Grove on Barwon Probus Club, 9.45am, St Peter’s Church Hall. Fourth Wednesday of every month Ocean Grove Angling Club, 7.30pm, Minerva Close sporting oval club house. Phone Peter 0419 782629 Last Wednesday of every month Cancer Support Group, 10am, Community Health Centre. Fourth Wednesday of every month Ocean Grove Stamp Club, 10am, Senior Citizens Hall, 101 The Terrace. Phone Dianne 5255 1372. Thursdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 10am to noon at the
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• Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre Check our program with a range of courses, classes and fun activities Ph: 52 554 294
health & wellbeing
• The Zebra Bar Ocean Grove 1/85 The Terrace Last Friday of every month 1pm-3pm Breast Cancer Support Group (lunch and nibbles). Details Julie Rodger 0435 362 573 or julesrodg@gmail. com. What’s On phone: 5255 3233 or email: journo@ oceangrovevoice. com
Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone John 5256 2489 or Chris 5256 1996. First Thursday of every month Ocean Grove Nightlights CWA, 7.30pm, Senior Citizens Hall. Visitors welcome. Phone Faye 5255 4430. Second Thursday of every month Prostate Support Group-Bellarine meets at Ocean Grove Community Health Centre at 1.30pm. Contact John Lee on 5221 8862 for details. Last Thursday of every month Ocean Grove Coastcare, 7pm, Ocean Grove Surf Lifesaving Club. Practical environmental activities to help protect our coastline. Ph: John 04399 30399 Fourth Friday of every month Ocean Grove 4 Villages Mixed Probus Club, 10.30am, Club Grove. Meet new friends, visitors welcome, no waiting list for membership. Phone 5256 1671. Saturdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 3-5pm, Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Phone John 5256 2489 or Chris 5256 1996. Coasters Social group. Social events for people of working age. Dining out, movies, trivia, bands/trivia nights. www.groupspaces.com/coasters-social-group or phone 0411 952 598.
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Hayley earns trip to Brazil SALON Sojourn hairdresser Hayley Parker will travel to Brazil next year to represent Australia in the Worldskills competition, after coming second in this year’s National Championships in Perth. “It’s what I’ve always wanted,” said an ecstatic Ms Parker, who has been hairdressing for just two and a half years. “I’ve entered in a lot of competitions since I started hairdressing.” Ms Parker was at a Worldskills Australia training camp in Sydney during the weekend with other 'Skillarroos' representing their trade. The young hairdresser is being sponsored by the salon and an associated company, and she said
her family, friends and colleagues thrilled to see her compete in Sao Paulo. “They're stoked! They can’t believe it!” she said. She said her colleagues Teena Carmichael and Jamie Wheelan plan to travel to Brazil to watch her compete, as well her instructor at Gordon TAFE, Karen Reed. Last Monday she was awarded most outstanding third year apprentice and apprentice of the year at Gordon TAFE Hairdressing and Beauty Awards night. Ms Parker has also been invited to competitions in France, China, UK and Singapore leading up to the event and said she still needs to raise around $30,000 for travel.
AFTER more than five years as a hairdresser at the Ruby Room, Nicola Korsten, 20, has become one of the salon’s latest success stories, having recently completed her apprenticeship. Ms Korsten (pictured right with a client) said hairdressing has always been her dream job.
“I always used to cut my Barbies’ hair when I was younger,” she said. Ms Korsten began at the store as a school-based apprentice at the age of 15 in 2009 and became fulltime apprentice after Year 11. “The people I work with, we all get along really well,” she said.
Katie England, Teena Carmichael, Hayley Parker and Becca Richardson from Salon Sojourn.
Nicola completes hairdressing apprenticeship “I’ve got a good boss too.” Ms Korsten takes pleasure in cutting hair and clearly the job has lived up to her expectations. “I like being with people and making them happy, and the creativity involved,” she said. Her boss Bronwyn Blick said she was proud of the
young hairdresser who “has worked really hard 365 days of each year.” “She’s good at everything but colour in particular,” she said. “She’s one of my best workers; nothing is too much for her.” Ms Blick said not all employees choose to stay in town, after
they’ve finished their apprenticeship. “Some workers, once they are qualified they say ‘beauty! I’m out of here!’,” she said, fixing her young employee with a mock stare. But Ms Korsten said she loves working in her home town and wouldn’t work anywhere else.
“I’m not going anywhere,” she said. “No you’re not,” agreed fellow hairdresser Caroline Tehan, who has worked with Nicola since she began as an apprentice. “It’s a beautiful place; it’s got the beach, it’s not too big and the clients here are lovely,” Ms Korsten.
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Rotary helps Bradley regain his confidence PNG teen gets lifesaving help from ROMAC “WHILE our main international project is supporting a group of street children in Bangladesh we do like to be part of other Rotary International projects where we can” said Dick Clay, chairman of Rotary Ocean Grove’s International Committee. "When we heard about the plight of Bradley Bola we decided we wanted to be part of his treatment with the aim of helping him lead a normal productive life.” Bradley Bola was born in Papua New Guinea with Crouzon's Syndrome. The major problem with this condition is that bones of the skull and face fuse and therefore do not
grow normally during foetal development. Bradley was f irst brought to Melbourne by ROMAC for treatment in 1998 and then again in 2007. During this second visit Prof Andrew Heggie performed major craniofacial reconstruction at Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne, to enlarge and realign Bradley's skull and facial bones. This kind of surgery cannot be performed in Papua New Guinea and without it, Bradley's face and brain would have been compressed as he grew. Bradley is now 17 years old and has done well at school. He has just completed his year
10 exams at Mount Diamond School, Port Moresby, and hopes to become a doctor. On November 8, Prof Heggie operated all day on Bradley's face at Epworth Hospital. After three days in intensive care, Bradley recovered quickly and is hoping to be home for Christmas. ROMAC, Rotary Oceania Medical Aid for Children, brings children like Bradley from developing countries to Australia or New Zealand for lifesaving surgery when such surgery is not available in their home country. ROMAC was established in 1988 and has helped around 400 children to date. Last
year 40 children had their lives changed. “It is rewarding to be able to help these children” said Dick, “and of course our own medical staff, many of whom donate their own time and expertise gain valuable experience dealing with these rare conditions.” Since July two children have had cardiac surgery in Melbourne and been returned home and two are still undergoing treatment. Rotarian Dick Clay presented Gaynor Schols, Southern Area Manager of ROMAC with a cheque for $1000 to help with the continuing treatment of Bradley and others like him.
Bradley and his mum after his second operation.
Dick Clay, Chairman of Rotary Ocean Grove’s International Committee discussing the work of ROMAC with Gaynor Schols.
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New preps settle into class NEW prep students have been finding their way at local schools recently. Left are twins Maggie and Eliza Ashton who started together at Our Lady Star of the Sea last week. This week youngsters get 'buddied' up with older students who keep an eye out for their young charges.
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Quartet receive awards AN unprecedented four cub members of the 1st/2nd Ocean Grove Scouts Group were presented the Grey Wolf award late last month, writes Luke Voogt. The awards were presented by the Geelong Scout District Commissioner, Wayne Myers, to Quinlan Hames, Cassandra Watson, Holly ScoltockKemp and Amity Lee at the Ocean Grove Scout Hall on Tuesday, November 25. The quartet of cubs said they were ecstatic to receive the award. “I’ve been working really hard on it and I’ve finally got it,” said Quinlan Hames. The award recipients are all 10-years-old and are students at Ocean
Cassandra Watson, Quinlan Hames, Amity Lee and Holly Scoltock-Kemp.
Grove Primary School, Wallington Primary School and Christian College. To complete the Grey Wolf award, the cubs had to use self-initiative to individually undertake a number of tasks and badge work, above and beyond that of usual cubscout activities. Some of the tasks included designing and leading a two-hour hike, special interest and community work, and creating and presenting a resource that can be used by the cub-scout pack, after they leave to join scouts. The hikes were held in locations such as the You Yangs, Edwards Point near St Leonards and Queenscliff.
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Bird heaven in native garden IT'S BEEN a fabulous few weeks, with lovely sunny days and a few stormy episodes that have resulted in some much needed rain. The magpie-larks in my garden are nesting for the second time since September, and there is also a New Holland honeyeater nest in my front garden. The masked lapwings that live around the Geelong Hospital Helipad have reared two more offspring over the past few weeks. By far the most exciting nest that I have observed lately has been at Pete and Chris's wonderful native garden in Woodlands, Ocean Grove. The kookaburra nest has apparently attracted many visitors from around the neighbourhood. I suggested to Pete that he should charge admission to his garden and he might make a fortune. There are two kookaburra offspring in the nest, and they are becoming quite curious and venturing to the edge of the nest to take a look around. On my way to work at 6.15am I've seen the adult kookaburras on the electricity poles in Grubb Rd, looking for breakfast for the young
ones. Pete saw the adults bring a small snake to the nest one day. There are several other species of birds nesting in Pete and Chris's garden, including eastern rosellas and grey butcher birds. Across the road there is a tawny frogmouth nest with two chicks thriving in it. It's bird paradise, I think I should pitch a tent and take up residence. I have been down to the Ocean Grove boat ramp a few times to see what is happening, and one day I saw a one-legged curlew sandpiper hopping around in the shallows with yellow and blue leg flags on its only leg. When I looked in my guide book it seems that these flags were applied in Bohai Bay in China. What an incredible one-legged bird! Hooded plovers have started nesting on Bellarine Peninsula beaches. There are two chicks at Black Rocks beach near Barwon Heads, and a few nests at Point Lonsdale. Please note that dogs are not allowed on Black Rocks beach anymore. I also read that one of the chicks that survived last year at Point Lonsdale was recently seen on Smiths Beach at Phillip Island, so they
ABOVE: the kookaburra nest, which has attracted a steady stream of locals. BELOW: the one-legged curlew sandpiper. certainly move around for little birds. If you are interested in any activities and outings organised by the Bellarine Birdlife group, please refer to the website www. birdlife.org.au/locations/ birdlife-bellarinepeninsula. I want to thank Pete and Chris for allowing me to look around their garden and interrupt their evening meal, it's much appreciated. Jen Carr
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STAR of the Sea students took part in a school swimming gala at Kardinia Pool last Thursday. Pictured are year 4 boys Zak, Tahj and Ned, The weather was perfect for a day at the pool. On Friday the same students went to Eastern Beach for a different water experience, spending time with lifesavers there and swimming in a different environment.
Surfing girls go futher with training day
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SURFING Victoria held their Ghanda Girls Training Day at Ocean Grove main beach on Saturday November 29. In its 15th year the popular girls’ only program was a coaching day for females looking to take their surfing to the next level. The girls got the chance to go surfing with WQS (World Qualification Series) surfer and current
Victorian Open Women's Champion Georgia Fish. The Ghanda Girls Training Day was held across nine locations along the Victorian coastline from November 29 to December 11, with Ocean Grove the first stop. Other locations included Portland in Victoria’s south-west and Mallacoota in the state’s east.
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Third gold medal for Dennis OCEAN GROVE cyclist Dennis Sonogan recently achieved his third gold medal win for the year 2014. This result was in Sonogan’s specialty of Time Trial Competition, regarded as ‘the race of truth' in cycling speak .
Dennis Sonogan competed in Perth for the Australian Veterans National Championships, age based 70-74 group, with some 162 competitors in their various age categories. Dennis Sonogan is a
recovering cancer patient and last year suffered a horrific cycling crash, taking six months recuperating from broken bones. "I really had my work cut out to get myself back up to speed," Dennis said. Sonogan’s main rival
is the West Australian champion, a former Tour de France rider, who also represented Britain in in the Olympic and Commonwealth Games, in his early riding career. Dennis beat him by 10 seconds, covering a distance of 25kms. in
41.35 seconds. “At the start of the time trial we had swirling severe wind squalls, which developed into a tropical downpour, with tree branches dropping in front of you and water cascading across the road course, a very hairy and
scary cycle race indeed, where speeds in excess of 50km can be reached.” Dennis said Sonogan has now achieved the ‘trifecta' in winning gold medals in the South Pacific Championships, Victorian State
Championships and the Australian National Championships. He rides up to 500km per week when in training, and during the off season rides with the Ocean Grove riding bunch, and is co-sponsored by Ocean Grove’s Hendry Cycles.
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Alex Selway and Gilbert Gant have been surf life savers for seven years.
Patrols begin at main beach PATROLS started on Saturday 29 November at main beach and will continue through until Easter next year. Lifeguards are Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club members who hold their
Bronze Medallion or Surf Rescue Certif icate. Members are rostered to complete approximately 16 hours of patrol per season. If you are interested in joining the club and becoming a lifeguard,
contact the club via the website or on a Thursday or Friday on 5255 1382. Remember to swim between the f lags and have a safe and happy summer at the beach. SURFING Victoria held its Ghanda Girls Training Day at Ocean Grove main beach. In its 15th year the popular girls-only program was a coaching day for girls looking to take their surfing to the next level. The girls got the chance to go surfing with World Qualification Series surfer and current Victorian Open women's Champion Georgia Fish. Picture: SURFING VICTORIA
Rip to River getting closer THE Echo Rip to River is being held this year on Saturday December 27. Arguably one of the oldest fun runs in Australia, the Rip to River is a 10km surf beach run from "The Rip" Point Lonsdale to Ocean Grove main beach. It is the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club’s biggest fundraiser and draws approximately 1,500 runners. There are four events to choose from:
• 10km Rip to River Classic Run • 5km Rip to River Run • 10km Rip to River Walk • 1.4km Ripper Nipper Please note that the Ripper Nipper is for children aged between seven and 13 years. However if you are in this age group and 1.4km is not enough of a challenge, you can enter the other events in the age category of ‘17 years and under’. Rip to River online
registrations are now open at www.oceangroveslsc.asn.au. It is $5 cheaper to register online, so get in early and reserve your patch of sand for the 35th Rip to River. Commemorative T-shirts will be available for sale at the Club on December 26 and 27. If you have any questions please contact Ocean Grove SLSC’s Rip to River website page or call between 9am5pm on Thursday or Friday on 5255 1382.
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A Martial Arts Association training seminar featured six instructors and were on hand to teach juniors in the morning and adults in the afternoon in Ocean Grove on Saturday. Among them was Ocean Grove's Stephen Cosgrave, pictured above right in the red.
Black belt for Lyle
LYLE Marsden has been awarded Australia's f irst black belt in the Jikishin style of Ju-Jitsu, after completing Ocean Grove Jikishin Ju-Jitsu’s black belt grading late last month. Mr Marsden was awarded the f irst Dan Shodan black belt and also became Jikishin International's newest black belt. The new Sensei was tested on everything from defending against
weapons and multiple attackers, to strikes, holds, throws and locks. “It’s pretty full on,” said group president and fellow Ocean Grove resident, Stephen Cosgrave. “He performed really well and we’re really proud of him.” Mr Cosgrave, who has trained for 34 years in Ju-Jitsu, has four brown belts which he hopes to raise to black belt next year.
Lyle Marsden and panel.
Lyle Marsden with his certificate.
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Rain prevents result for Cobras UNDER 15s The Cobras went into this two dayer sitting in 7th spot on the ladder but only a game out of 2nd. A win against the 3rd placed St Peter's would rocket them into the top two. The Cobras won the toss and batted. Sam Walsh and Nathan Pearson opened the batting. Walsh, departed early with the score on four. As is the custom, Logan Taylor strode to the crease. He was once again amazing with a well made 41. Pearson was his
usual solid self,making 32, putting on a great partnership of 67 with Taylor. Ronan Healy coming in at No 7 is often unheralded. –not when you make 22. He was stylish as well as being solid. the Cobras made it to 7/124 which is nice with wickets in the shed. The 55 overs went quickly and 124 was reasonable but we'll never know if it was good enough as the heavens opened on day two to make the round a draw. Three points are better than none as they say. the Cobras remain
in touch. The Snake Pit will host cross town rivals Ocean Grove next week in a two day game not to be missed. UNDER 13s The under 13 Cobras got a taste of the big time this round by being given the Snake Pit to ply their trade. They hosted Wallington in this round six two day game. The Cobras needed a win to stay in touch with the top teams as did Wallington. It would be a tough contest. Wallington won the toss and put the Cobras in. Cam Egan and Isacc
Logan Taylor in good form for the bat for Collendina under 15s.
Hale opened the batting and they were good. The opening partnership was 67 runs of style, grace and passion – it was a sight to behold. Egan departed for 28 – he's very consistent. The Donegan boys joined the party with Sam making stylish 15 and Luke chipping in with 13. At the 26-over mark the Cobras were 3/135. The Cobras started their bowling defence in fine style. Egan was incredible. He bowled four overs and took 3/1. Hale was also good with the ball by not being a wicket taker
but bowling an annoying good line and length. He bowled four overs but only conceded four runs. All bowlers were awesome at the Snake Pit with Sam Donegan being the only other wicket taker. The Cobras had the Wallabies on toast but three points will do just fine as the heavens opened on day two of this game. The under 13s will look forward to the trip over the bridge to take on Barwon Heads next week.
Ben Bennett shows his style for Collendina under 15s.
Grove bats first against arch rivals Under 17 Everett Division, round 6 Ocean Grove vs Barwon Heads at Barwon Heads Ocean Grove won the toss and batted first making 2/166 from 55 overs. Cody Richardson made 54 not out supported by Sam Harper with 29 not out, Harry Walker 20 and Jack Priestley 28 Under 15 OG 1 Emond Division, round 6 OG 1 vs Jan Juc at Ocean Grove OG1 batted first setting up a good score being all out for 172 from 55 overs with Nathan Taylor 75, Joe McDonald 22 and Charlie Walter 24 the best of the batsmen Under 15 OG 2 McMahon Division OG 2 vs Alexander
Thomson at Alexander Thomson Alexander Thomson batted first scoring 7/153 from 50 overs with Bailey Le Maistre being the best of the Grubber bowlers with 4/18 from 10 overs and ably supported by Louis Beale taking 2/22 from his seven overs. Under 13 Agg Division Ocean Grove vs South Barwon at Wallington The game was in the balance at the end of the first day's play with Ocean Grove making 1/65 from 26 overs with Noah Cunningham not out on 26 and Josh Kuipers 9 not out. They then had a bowl getting South Barwon 2/86 with Nathan Down 1/6 and Alex Harper 1/10 being the wicket takers
Sam Harper made 29 not out against Barwon Heads. He is pictured here batting against Jan Juc.
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Action from Ocean Grove vs Torquay earlier in the year.
Ocean Grove vs Geelong Amateur in June.
Pre-season starts for Grubber netballers OCEAN Grove Netball Club will start its preseason schedule with a one-hour f itness session on Thursday December 11. The f irst pre-season session will be taken by locally based personal trainer Charlotte Vines, who runs LiFT (Launch Into Fitness Training), at Ocean Grove Netball Club courts at Shell Road at 6.30pm. Vines a former netballer at Ocean
Grove, is the daughter of former Grubber president Michael Vines. The second pre-season training session will take place a week later on Thursday December 18 at Shell Road. MEANWHILE Ocean Grove netballers will re-commence their preseason training program on Thursday January 15 in the new year. A further two sessions will take place on
January 22 at Ocean Grove main beach and January 29 at the Barwon Heads Bridge car park, opposite the Barwon Heads Hotel. For more news on the Ocean Grove Netball Club log onto http:// w w w. o c e a n g r o v e f n c . com.au/ogfnc/ IN other news the Grubbers will play their 2015 Bellarine Football Netball League season opener against Geelong Amateur on April 4.
Ocean Grove's 2014 A grade side.
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FOOTY FIXTURE Ocean Grove players before September's grand final loss to Geelong Amateur. The Grubbers will be hoping to go one better in 2015.
Fixture welcomed by new president NEW Ocean Grove Football Netball Club president Ian Walker has welcomed the 2015 Bellarine Football League fixture which was finalised by AFL Barwon last month, writes Mark Heenan. The Grubbers play four of their first six games at home, including a home grand final rematch against Geelong Amateur to kick off the season followed
by the club’s traditional battle of the bridge clash against Barwon Heads in round three at Ocean Grove. Walker said it is a big start to next season with Grubbers playing all of their 2014 finals opponents in the first five rounds. “It is real exciting (the draw),” Walker told the Voice. “The Geelong Amateur game of course being
at home at Easter if the weather is right we will have record crowds at a really big exciting game. “We attract all the holiday makers (at Easter) and we pick them up at the caravan parks by bus. “Being no GDFL and GFL games on that (Easter) weekend if anyone wants to see the best game in the area they have got to come to Ocean Grove.”
Walker said the bumper sized crowds at the club’s opening home fixture on the Easter weekend in previous seasons was equivalent to three home games. “The first home game sets us up for the season (financially) and then two weeks later we get our second biggest home game of the year against Barwon Heads,” he said.
Round 1 Ocean Grove (H) v Geelong Amateur (Easter Weekend) - April 4 Round 2 Drysdale v Ocean Grove (A) - April 11 Round 3 Ocean Grove (H) v Barwon Heads - April 18 Round 4 Torquay v Ocean Grove (A) - May 2 Round 5 Ocean Grove (H) v Queenscliff - May 9 Round 6 Ocean Grove (H) v Newcomb - May 16 Round 7 Anglesea v Ocean Grove (A) - May 30 Round 8 Ocean Grove v Portarlington (H) (Queens Birthday) - June 6 Round 9 Modewarre v Ocean Grove A) - June 13 Round 10 Geelong Amateur v Ocean Grove (A) - June 20 Round 11 Ocean Grove (H) v Torquay - June 27 Round 12 Ocean Grove (H) v Drysdale - July 4 Round 13 Barwon Heads v Ocean Grove (A) - July 18 Round 14 Ocean Grove (H) v Anglesea - July 25 Round 15 Portarlington v Ocean Grove (A) - August 1 Round 16 Newcomb v Ocean Grove (A) - August 8 Round 17 Ocean Grove (H) v Modewarre - August 15 Round 18 Queenscliff v Ocean Grove (A) - August 22
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Hot shots program for locals LAST week at Ocean Grove Tennis Club, several advanced junior members, committee members and parents were given the opportunity to be trained in the Hot Shots Community Play program. Aaron Bose, a qualified representative from Tennis Victoria, ventured down to Ocean Grove, with his team, to run the 90-minute session. The course, covering technique for beginners, was a great turn out with over 30 people participating in the activities. This qualification will enable the advanced players to run/supervise Hot Shots coaching for children four to 12 years old on special event days throughout the year, thus adding another string to their bow of volunteer experience, that
already includes tennis squad training and mentoring. After the torrential rain and storms on Saturday, the tennis courts at Ocean Grove Tennis Club were under water and no junior matches were played. This left many juniors disappointed as there are only two Saturdays left for this year. Juniors and seniors tennis will finish up on Saturday December 13 for the summer break, and resume on January 31, 2015. Here are the junior results from November 29: Section 3 Mixed travelled to Grovedale and lost 4,33-2,18. Emma Riley and Julian Powell won their doubles in a hard fought 5-6 match. This team is seventh on the ladder. Section 4 Boys hosted Airey’s Inlet and won 4,29-2,18. Zane
Beazley and Joel McMahon had a great day winning their singles and doubles. This team is top of the ladder. Section 6 Girls played Grovedale Yellow at their home courts and lost by just three games 3,25-3,22. Liz Lowe won her singles and doubles comfortably 2-6, 1-6 and Saira Shah her singles 4-6. They are third on the ladder. Section 8 Mixed played at home against Hamlyn Park and lost by two games 3,203,22. Alexandra Caldow and Chris McMahon teamed up to win all of their sets but it wasn’t quite enough to win the day. They are currently sixth on the ladder. Section 12 Girls hosted St Mary’s and won by two games 3,30-3,28. A mixed bag this week with Ruby
D’Arcy and Erica Crawford winning their singles and Alice Crawford and Kiana Harrison Roberts winning their doubles together. All games counted to get this positive result. They are seventh on the ladder. Section 13 Boys Red played at home against Bannockburn and won 4,29-2,21. Harry Copperwaite and Sonny Levinson were a good team winning their doubles after first winning their singles earlier in the morning. This team is third on the ladder chasing Ocean Grove White in first place. Section 13 Boys White travelled to Maude and won very well 0,8-6,36. Josh Miller, Harry Mullen, Jack James and Tomas grilled all won their sets remaining top of the ladder. Section 19 Girls hosted neighbouring Point Lonsdale but couldn’t catch a break, losing 2,23-4,26. Amelia Bibby won her singles and doubles
on the day, some other sets were close at 4-6, 5-6 but just missed out. They are currently eighth on the ladder. Section 20 Boys had a bye this week. Section 21 Girls White hosted nearby team Clifton Springs and won 5,34-1,16. Elli Campbell and Ruby Fry won their singles and then joined to play and win their doubles as well. They are second on the ladder. Section 21 Girls Red had a bye this week. Section 22 Boys played at Hamlyn Park and lost 4,33-2, 17 Isaac Scerri had a successful day winning his doubles with Henry Alexander and just being beaten in his singles 6-5. This places them eighth on the ladder. Section 23 Boys played long time Ocean Grove rivals Barwon Heads at their home courts and had a very good win 0,9-6,36. Zac Dwyer, Thomas
Pukepuke, Rohan Crawley and Henry Wood all had very successful days and they are now third on the ladder. Here is the ladder for Senior Saturday afternoon competition: Section 2 Mens are top of the ladder Section 7 Men’s are fourth on the ladder Section 9 Mixed fifth on the ladder Section 10 Mixed second on the ladder Section 11 Mixed Red second on the ladder Section 11 Mixed Blue are seventh on the ladder Section 14 Mixed are third on the ladder. Results compiled by Jen Franks. Go to ‘David Franks Tennis Coaching’ facebook page for results, tips and more information.
Junior tennis was rained out on Saturday morning. Allan Duckett was busy at work in the rain keeping the gutters clear to drain the courts.
The Hot Shots Community Play program was a success.
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Myers duo reaches state semi-finals OCEAN GROVE’S husband and wife combination of Lorraine and Shaun Myers took on the state’s best in the recent Victorian Open at Shepparton. Competing in the Mixed pairs event which had 168 teams entered the Myers dominated their section to advance to the last 64. The narrowest of margins was enough to progress to the last 32 with a 12-11 win. 11-7 winners in the round of 32 was followed up with a classy 20-6 thumping in the last 16 which would see them face off against the pre-tournament favourites and current Australian Open Singles winner Nathan Wilson and his partner current World U25 Singles Champion Chloe Stewart. Lorraine and Shaun continued to go about their business in fine style as the resume of their opponents mattered little as they cruised to victory 17-10 to earn themselves a semi-final berth. The local pairing of Diane Hands and former state representative Matt Robertson proved the undoing for the Myers in a low-scoring encounter just missing out on the opportunity to compete in the final. What a great effort by the pair to make it to the last four of the event. Lorraine Myers did not settle for that effort as she teamed with fellow Ocean Grove teammate Joan Tennent in the ladies pairs. Winners of their section,
Action from Ocean Grove's Division 8 match against Torquay on Saturday. Play was possible on the artificial surface. Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY they progressed to the final 32 where they were comfortable winners 23-4 which followed up a clash in the last 16 with fellow Geelong-based players Ballentyne and Gillett from Highton. Again the Grove combination was all class as they booked their spot in the last eight with a thumping 23-6 victory. Leopold’s Jane McMenaman and State representative Nicole Shortis pushed the Grove pair to the limits in their quarter final match but it was again the narrowest of margins that would see Myers and Tennent progress to the semi-final 13-12. Warracknabeal’s Edna Anderson was the undoing for the girls in the semi-final going down 12-14 in a tight encounter. For Myers and Tennent it was another terrific effort to get down to the semifinal stages of the biggest event on the Victorian calendar. Grove's Neil Crisp partnered his former Warrnambool team mate
Kevin O’Keefe to a quarter final in the men’s pairs event losing their match 12-16 to eventual winners and local pair Brad Orr and Mark Ryan. Saturday Pennant Ocean Grove's Premier Division continues to progress towards a top two finish after a fortnight of away matches saw it consolidate the majority of the points available. First vs second against Geelong West a fortnight ago resulted in the Grovers extending their lead at the top of the table. Terry Thomas, Tom Warren, Dave Donaldson and Mick West dominated their contest to come away winners 2813 while the Matt Flapper combination of Matthew Brewer, Owen Clark, Larry Donohue were equally as impressive in their 28-14 win. Craig Hodges led his rink to two points which gave the visitors 16 of the possible 18 points on offer. The journey along Bacchus Marsh Road to take on
Avenue proved successful and again was an opportunity to push the lead at the top of the ladder. Threatening weather which saw many bowls games cancelled across Geelong did not stop the Grovers as they got the better of a determined Avenue. Ryan Tainton alongside Michael Allen, Terry Brady and Ken 'Joey' Thomas were the best performed contributor to the overall board with their rinks 30-18 win. Round nine was a big round for the Grove sides with wins in six of the eight divisions. Division Two continue to get the runs on the board and took the points against Geelong Cement in their home match. Geoff Fry, Peter Patterson, Warren Davis and skip Will Takurua were in demolition mode as they cruised to a match winning 36-18. This locked the side into a top two position as we progress into the second half of the year. Weather prevented
an outing in round 10 where Grove was to host Geelong West however a further nine points to the season's total was the outcome. Ian Turner, Andrew Johnston, Peter Kuschert and Trevor Turnley were out to make a statement and led the Division Four Gold team to a comfortable 16 points three rink win victory against Portarlington. The rinks 3312 win backed up by Ron Todd’s five-shot win and Tom Bramwell’s 10-shot margin was enough to take the share of the points. Midweek Pennant Majority of the points against Torquay was enough to step into third spot on the Midweek Pennant Division One ladder. Adele Ryan, Andra Kuschert, John McConville and Gail Meddings showed no mercy as they cruised to the biggest margin of the day in their rinks 34-11 win. Supported by Pat Virtue’s 31-19 result with
Michael Allen, Val Cook and Elaine Price it was enough to add another 14 points. Ocean Grove’s decision to play their match on the carpet in round 10 proved to be the catalyst in division two’s thumping of Geelong West. Margaret Meagher, Nancy Quinton, Margaret Dower and Lorraine Hunt certainly took a liking to the surface as they stamped their authority on their match with a massive 44-14 win. Joy Pugh skipped her side to a 35-16 result while Lizzy Braley chipped in to take the full points. Division Four gold lowered
their colours and relinquished their top spot on the ladder at the hands of Highton at home. Skippers Robyn Larkin and Kerrie Simpson led their respective teams to victories against Geelong. A much needed win for this particular team, Larkin’s 32-20 win and Simpson’s 30-17 will give this side confidence. Division Seven is within a games match points of a top four position as they enter round 11 with a clash against Eastern Park.
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Cobras home in close one COLLENDINA Cricket Club co-coach Ben Ricardo hit the winning run in his side’s narrow two-wicket A grade win against a gallant Newcomb on November 29. Ricardo, 29, guided the Cobras to victory with an inspirational unbeaten knock of 80 against the winless Newcomb in the round five two-day clash at Collendina. The Cobras did not have it all their own way after Newcomb had the home side on the ropes at 4/31 at stumps on day one. The loss of Cobra cocoach Corey Walter (8) early on day two put Collendina further on the back foot at 5/35. Enter Ricardo and
Collendina 183 (B. Ricardo 80no, R. Peters 47, C. Lamb 17) def Newcomb 135 Richie Peters (47) who shared in a vital 58-run sixth-wicket partnership which helped the Cobras claw their way back into the game. Ricardo praised Peters', his former co-coach, work with the bat late on day one and day two. “It was massive, Richie did the work the week before hanging in there for seven or eight overs when we were right under the pump,” Ricardo said. “He got his reward for a good effort the week before.” Ricardo, who took on the co-coaching role at the start of the season, has blossomed with the bat in his last two innings with scores of 80 not out
against Newcomb and 81 against Wallington in round two. He said the new leadership role has helped him put more pride on his wicket. “I am definitely putting a lot more (value) on my wicket these days, just making sure it is not going to be an easy wicket for the opposition to get,” Ricardo said. For Newcomb, Joseph Marange was the leading wicket taker with his figures of 4/57 from 16 overs. The Cobras now have 3-1 record after five rounds and sit fourth on the BPCA A grade ladder.
Former Collingwood and now Carlton AFL footballer Dale Thomas made an appearance for Collendina's D grade side.
'Daisy' dons the whites for Collendina D grade CARLTON AFL footballer Dale Thomas donned the whites for Collendina D grade the second time in two seasons against Newcomb on November 29. Thomas, who is good friends with Cobra Dean Britt, batted at No 3 and made six runs with the bat and took 1/23 from four overs with the ball at Newcomb’s Erwin Reserve. Thomas was also joined by Cobra Lee Murnane, who played 51 VFL games for Fitzroy from 1981-84,
in the 40 over per side one-day game. “He (Thomas) was very lively in the field and he had fun and had plenty to say,” said Collendina Cricket Club president Wayne Blyth, who also plays D grade for the Cobras. Last season, Thomas made a quick-fire 62 with the bat in his first appearance with the D grade Cobras against Wallington at Bellarine Secondary College’s Ocean Grove campus. The former
Collingwood AFL footballer, a keen surfer, is a regular to the Ocean Grove region and was spotted having breakfast at The Dunes the following day on Sunday November 30. M E A N W H I L E Collendina D grade edged out home side Newcomb by three runs in a tight one-day game. Batting first the Cobras made 8/158 from its 40 overs, while in reply Newcomb compiled 6/155 from 40 overs.
Action from the Collendina vs Newcomb D grade game on the weekend.
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Cobras poised to strike back VOICE sports reporter Mark Heenan takes a look at Collendina Cricket Club’s performances in the Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association this season. After five rounds the A grade Cobras have won three games and lost one match. WHAT HAS WORKED WELL The Cobras A grade front line bowlers have excelled this season. The addition of former St Peters player Charlie Lamb is a plus while former captain Jye Hearps and Andy Higgins have both been consistent performers with ball. Lamb, Hearps and Higgins have combined for 33 wickets at the Cobras in 2014/15.
Leading wicket-taker Lamb’s inclusion has been a blessing with his 13 wickets at 9.92 from four matches. Lamb claimed a fivewicket haul against Barrabool in round three. Despite a poor loss to Queenscliff in round one, Collendina has quietly moved into fourth position with wins against Wallington, Barrabool and Newcomb. "We quickly wiped that Queensclff loss out of the way and put that down to a shocker," Collendina cocoach Ben Ricardo said. "Apart from that we have been improving each week. "We are just doing enough to get it done but (the next game) will be a big test against Drysdale and that
COLLENDINA POSITION Fourth WIN/LOSS/DRAW RECORD 3/1/1 THE RUN HOME ROUND 6 DRYSDALE (AWAY, 13 December) ROUND 7 PORTARLINGTON (HOME, 20 December) ROUND 8 OCEAN GROVE (AWAY, 10 & 17 January) ROUND 9 JAN JUC (HOME, 24 & 31 January) ROUND 10 ANGLESEA (AWAY, 7 & 14 February) ROUND 11 BARWON HEADS (HOME, 21 & 28 February)
The Collendina Cricket Club rooms were still open for business on Saturday despite rain washing out all play. The Cobras gathered to enjoy a drink and a chat to pass away the time. Picture: LINDSAY KELLEY will sort us out." In other club news, Collendina B grade is just sitting outside the top four and is in fifth place with three wins in 2014/15. Collendina B grade players Dwayne Johnston, Daniel Worn and Alastair Grant have all made handy contributions with bat or ball this season.
STANDOUT PLAYER IN A GRADE New Collendina co-coach Ben Ricardo has led from front with scores of 81 against Wallington in round two and 80 not out against Newcomb in round four in trying circumstances. The new leader has scored 166 runs in three matches at an average of 83.
Ricardo has put more pride on his wicket than in previous seasons and has dug deep when his side’s top order has been in trouble. "The extra responsibility is working for me at the moment, which is good," Ricardo said. "Back in previous seasons I sort of did not put as
much pride on my wicket." WHAT NEEDS TO IMPROVE The top order batting. The Cobras need more from new Collendina cocoach Corey Walter, who has made 35 runs at 8.75, and was a key catalyst in the club's last two A grade premierships. Walter is yet to fire for
the Cobras this season with three scores under 10 and will be looking to pile on the runs after Christmas. The Cobras must gain better returns from openers Cameron Kavaliunas and James Rock and middle order batsman Matthew Davies, who are all averaging under 13.
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Grubbers pay tribute to Phillip Hughes
Ocean Grove A grade players take a moment to reflect on the tragic passing of Phillip Hughes before last Saturday's game against Barrabool.
Batsmen must lift: skipper OCEAN Grove A grade stand-in captain Dan Roddis put the heat on his side’s top six batting order to deliver after the Grubbers fell to their third loss this season, writes Mark Heenan. Ocean Grove, which has a 1-3 record in 2014/15, lost to Barrabool by 32
Ocean Grove 199 (R. Procter 32, Darren Roddis 31, Dan Roddis 29, David Turner 29) lost to Barrabool 7/231 runs in its round five the match. two-day clash at home on “We just need to get that November 29. platform at the start of the “We know what the innings and we need to boys at the bottom can keep wickets in hand. do and they proved it,” “The top order has Roddis told the Voice after got to give us a strong
foundation to start us off more than anything.” Bowler Robert Procter (32) top scored, while Darren Roddis (31), Dan Roddis (29) and David Turner (29) made some handy contributions. The Grubbers' lower order showed some fight and put on 61 runs for
the last two wickets after Ocean Grove fell to 8/138 earlier in the day. Despite the loss, it was the highest score the Grubbers, who were bowled out in 71.1 overs, had posted with the bat in 2014/15. The Bulls made 7/231 from their 75 overs on
day one. Barrabool captain Kane Pickering, who made unbeaten 103 on day one, was also a standout with the ball after he claimed 5/49 from 28.4 overs. Pickering’s ability to tie the Ocean Grove’s batsmen down helped deliver 14 maidens.
Fellow Barrabool bowler Matthew Bogan chimed with 3/53 from 17 overs. Ocean Grove’s 32-run loss means it now has dipped to ninth on the BPCA A grade ladder.
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CARD GAME: When rain washes out your normal Saturday cricket routine, what else is there to do? Ocean Grove cricketers Michael Good and Paul O'Donoghue passed the time with a game of cards at the clubrooms. We're not sure who won. Picture: LINDSAY KELLEY
Season in balance VOICE sports reporter Mark Heenan takes a look at Ocean Grove Cricket Club's performances in the Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association this season. After five rounds the A grade Grubbers have won one game and lost three matches. WHAT HAS WORKED WELL Despite Ocean Grove’s current ninth place in A grade, any bowling line-up that boasts the likes of Lucas Cameron, improved slow bowler Thomas Kent and dangerous left-armer Dan Roddis will always be competitive. Ocean Grove can only get better if Cameron is fully fit and plays all games. Once you throw in youngsters Robert Procter and Zach Walter who have both impressed in A grade this season, your bowling depth cannot be questioned. Don’t forget Paul O'Donoghue who continues to shine. On the cusp is junior
star and rising teenager Cody Richardson, a gifted spinner, who continues to perform well in B grade and is nudging closer to playing A grade. Ocean Grove arguably has the strongest depth of all the clubs in the middle grades in the BPCA with its B grade side in second spot and C grade team on top of the ladder after round five. Both Grubber B and C grades claimed rare outright wins in round four against Queenscliff. All-round depth and player availability is the key here. STANDOUT PLAYER IN A GRADE Thomas Kent is the leading A grade wicket taker with 11 scalps at an average 15.36 in three matches, including a five-wicket haul against Queenscliff at Queenscliff in round four. Kent was forced to shoulder more responsibility with the ball in the absence of Lucas Cameron in round
OCEAN GROVE POSITION Ninth WIN/LOSS/DRAW RECORD 1/3/1 THE RUN HOME ROUND 6 PORTARLINGTON (HOME, 13 December) ROUND 7 JAN JUC (AWAY, 20 December) ROUND 8 COLLENDINA (HOME, 10 & 17 January) ROUND 9 NEWCOMB (HOME, 24 & 31 January) ROUND 10 DRYSDALE (AWAY, 7 & 14 February) ROUND 11 WALLINGTON (AWAY, 21 & 28 February)
four and five. Kent, who made a handy 23 batting at No 9 in round two against Anglesea, is universally popular and a well liked player at Grubbers. “He (Kent) is doing well with the bat and the ball,” Ocean Grove coach Ron Hanson said. WHAT NEEDS TO IMPROVE The top order batting. The Grubber openers have failed to fire at the top of the innings in
2014/15. Ocean Grove is yet to put on more than 15 runs for the first wicket and had made one score over 150 thanks largely to the tail. The Grubbers need more out of regulars Adam Spiby and veteran Dean Gills. The club’s elite A grade batting line-up had been a perceived weakness at Ocean Grove for a number of years. The all-round batting
talents and volume of high scores from Michael Kenneady are sorely missed even though he has not played at Grubbers since 2012/13. The Queenscliff loss in round four was bad as it gets for Ocean Grove, which was bowled out in only 35.3 overs. “The top order have got to give us a strong foundation to start us off more than anything,” Ocean Grove stand-in skipper Dan Roddis said after Barrabool loss in round five on November 29. Dan’s brother Darren Roddis showed some improvement in A grade with some patient knocks after being elevated from B grade after he smashed 115 in a one-dayer in round one against Barwon Heads. Catches win matches. The Anglesea match saw Ocean Grove’s fielding tested. A more consistent effort in the field will help the Grubbers achieve better results.
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Skipper boost MARK HEENAN
OCEAN Grove cricket coach Ron Hanson said the return of strike bowler Lucas Cameron will boost his side's chances in Saturday’s revised one-day fixture against Portarlington. The 34-year-old Grubber A grade captain has not played since October 18 after he
underwent lower leg surgery which forced him to withdraw from Ocean Grove’s matches against Queenscliff and Barrabool. The inclusion of Cameron, who has been named to play, is crucial as the ninth-placed Grubbers’ season sits on a knife’s edge with their 1-3 record in 2014/15. Last season Cameron won the prestigious
BPCA A grade league bowling average with 32 wickets at 12.38. “He was available for the game (against Portarlington) – he is back fit and well,” Hanson said. “That will make a big difference to our side – it will be really great to him back.” The task does not get any easier for the home side on December 13
against arguably the league’s biggest A grade improvers Portarlington, which is in second spot, with four wins. This season Portarlington has chalked up quality wins against Jan Juc and Anglesea and Hanson insists the revised fixture would be great test for the Grubbers. “They (Portarlington) are a pretty good side, it
would have been a good test for us over two days,” he said. “It does change the game now that the (match) is a one-dayer, so it will be interesting to see how we go.” Hanson said the club had not given up hope of playing finals despite failing to make 200 with the bat this season. Ocean Grove’s round five batting score of 199 against Barrabool was its
highest A grade total in 2014/15, thanks largely to its lower order which added 61 runs for the last two wickets. “If we can just start and win a couple of games then anything can happen. We have not given the season away – we just wanted to make sure we give these young kids a go,” Hanson said. IN other news, Ocean Grove is expected to
make up to three changes to its A grade line-up after their 32-run loss against Barrabool. Former Queenscliff player Greg Scarpa, who made a stunning 123 in B grade against Barrabool, and youngster Harry Walker will come into the team to replace Shaun Fankhauser and veteran Dean Gills.
Rain washed out the first day of round six of Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association A, B and C grade games on Saturday, while the entire D grade round was abandoned. Heavy rain fell all morning and play was officialy abandoned for all grades shortly after 11am. Ocean Grove Memorial Recreation Reserve suffered from the heavy rain. Picture: LINDSAY KELLEY
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