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Codie Allen and Tarnya Gillies from Hoop Fusion braved the stifling conditions to entertain the crowd at the annual Tranquility Fair on Saturday. For more, see pages 4 and 5.
THE TERRACE was lined with traffic and crowded cafes last week, as thousands of tourists descended on Ocean Grove for the summer holidays. Birdie Birdie Café owner Tracey Bruce said business has picked up for her gradually during the year, and her café has received a welcome boost from the summer holidays. “We’ve had a couple of days that were better than last summer, but it’s only the first week of the holidays,” she said. “So far it’s been on par with last summer – hopefully it will get even better next week.” Studio Fashion manager Debbie Havis said her business had gone up by “40 percent easily” during summer so far. “That’s what we wait for all year – the tourists – and now here they are,” she said. Continued page 7.
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Free bus does the rounds A FREE shuttle bus stopping at more than 30 locations in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads will again run during the peak summer holiday period. Operating between 27 December 2014 and 26 January 2015, Beangala ward Councillor Jan Farrell said residents and holiday makers would benefit from the bus. “It’s a fantastic service, giving residents and holiday makers convenient access to the beach and
shops without having to worry about traffic or parking,” she said. “Council is pleased to support the bus because it helps to reduce traffic congestion on the roads and at car parks,” said Cr Farrell. Cr Farrell said the population of Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads can treble during the peak summer period. “As the Bellarine’s population increases during summer, so too do
the number of cars on the road and this can create stress, frustration and delays,” she said. “Last year approximately 3500 people used the shuttle bus – that means fewer people on the roads and fewer people looking for car parks,” said Cr Farrell. Cr Farrell said the shuttle bus also has a trailer so people can bring their surf boards, beach gear and bags with them. The shuttle bus operates
on a one hour circuit between 10am and 6pm with the first pick-up point near the Ocean Grove Post Office at 10am. Brochures with maps and routes are available at the Ocean Grove Customer Service Office, 66-70 The Avenue and local caravan parks and shops in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads. The courtesy bus is sponsored by the City of Greater Geelong, Barwon Coast and Coles.
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PARK LANE Mens Hairdressing received a colourful facelift recently. The relatively new business was covered in a bright mural and was the brainchild of owner Liv Tucker. She was discussing the idea of a mural for the shop with Drysdale artist Scottie Neoh, better known as ‘Bonsai’. The idea gained momentum and culminated with
Scottie and his friend Jun Inoue from Japan working their magic on the outside wall of the shop. Originally from Horsham, Liv, 22, opened Park Lane Mens Hairdressing last year. Both her parents are hairdressers and her father Guy taught her how to cut men’s hair when she was 14. “I told Scottie I wanted to have a mural on the wall of my shop – he
and I have been talking about it for three or four months,” Liv said. “We are both very passionate in our own f ields and also passionate about giving to, and improving, the local community. I wanted to use the space to give people, especially youth, the opportunity to express themselves and use their talent freely rather than resorting to illegal graff iti.”
Liv expects to change the mural every couple of years, but for now, passers-by can enjoy the bright colours in Park Lane, Ocean Grove. “Some of the kids around here are seriously talented and should be embraced. Scottie started off that way,” Liv said. “I think it’s an amazing form of art and it has def initely turned that boring alleyway into something a bit more colourful.”
Water safety importance AS summer heats up and more people hit the water, parents and guardians are urged to take the lead role in making sure everyone is safe in the water. Councillor Jan Farrell, who holds the portfolio for Community Safety, urged parents and guardians to always keep their eyes on children around the water.
“If you have to leave the water area for any reason, take the children with you and never leave toddlers in the care of older children” said Cr Farrell. “There’s no substitute for proper parental or adult supervision – it’s critical that adults keep young children within arm’s length when they’re in or
around water,” she said. Cr Farrell said this applies whether you’re at the beach, river or in a pool. “Even if there are other adults or lifesavers around, parents and guardians need to keep a constant eye on the children they are supervising,” she said. Cr Farrell said simple safety measures can ensure
people enjoy the water safely this summer. “All gates around pools and spas must be selfclosing and self-latching, regardless of when a pool was built.” “Never prop open a swimming pool gate – it is illegal to do this and the consequences can be tragic,” she said.
Crackdown on poor parking
OCEAN Grove police have clamped down on drivers getting a little ‘careless’ in the craziness of the festive season. That includes cars straddling parking spaces or overhanging bays and a causing an obstruction. Last week police issued a $30 fine for a car that was poorly parked (pictured above) and a protruding the parking box – made worse by an overhanging tow bar. Officers issuing the ticket said they would normally be a more lenient but this one was deemed to be a traffic hazard. Senior constable Niki Smith said some drivers appeared to be in too much of a hurry and needed to be a little more aware of others. Sen Constable Smith said that in another incident a driver got out of his car at Marketplace and forgot to put on his handbrake. The car rolled across the car park colliding with another car. Fortunately no one was injured. Drivers have also been warned to lock their cars and hide away valuables. Police can issue fines for unlocked vehicles.
DSA event OCEAN GROVE based Disabled Surfers Association is holding event days on the on the first day of the next two months. Surfers will be helping surfers – and anyone who wishes to enjoy the ocean -from 8.30am at Ocean Grove Main Beach. More details from Mark on 0431 601760 or Julia 0413 925970. or visiting wwwdisabledsurfers. org.
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The Bluff put on a New Year's Eve show.
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POLICE have praised New Year’s Eve revellers in and around Ocean Grove, after making only two arrests during the night, both for being drunk in a public place. “By and large people were very well behaved,” said Off icer in Charge of Bellarine Police Station, Senior Sergeant Angelo Ferrara. Snr Sgt Ferrara said there had been good preplanning by everyone involved, including
council, police and local caravan parks. “What we were extremely happy with was there were no reported f ights or assaults, and everyone got along,” he said. “People decided to have a good night and not arc up.” Eight people were issued with minor infringement notices during the night.
Keith earns LA scholarship OCEAN GROVE actor Keith Purcell has won a year-long scholarship to study at the Stella Adler Academy of Acting and Theatre in Los Angeles. The 17 year old who can already boast regular appearances in Neighbours as well as a part in the Underbelly Squizzy series, won the place at the esteemed California academy after impressing acting teachers when he took part in their two week course back in September. “It still has not really sunk in yet,” said Keith who works at the Driftwood Cafe. “It’s really exciting and I don’t think it will really sink in until I am on the plane. The scholarship is for the whole of 2016, only after Keith has completed year 12, one of the
requirements of getting a place. Keith and a female actress from Melbourne were selected from 15 students, all of which are part of the Derrick Talent Elite agency. They were selected on the basis of their improvisation and Adler Technique work during the two-week school. Keith hopes to be able to use the opportunity to build experience and contacts in the industry and hopefully gain representation. He also plans to share digs with other Aussie actors in LA. Keith has already proven hard work and passion can open doors and that his determination is paying off. “At the end of the day you have just got to do what you love to do.”
front yard of his Oakdean Boulevard home, but later died in hospital. “We just happened to be the first emergency services on the scene,” said station officer Andrew Gibson. “It was a team effort – members of the public performed CPR until we arrived, and then we did until the ambulance
OCEAN GROVE business the Zebra Bar miraculously escaped serious damage when it was attacked with three Molotov cocktails between Christmas eve and Christmas day. The venue owners initially thought only one bottle, which was found on the footpath, had been thrown at the store. When they returned to work they found two more bottles on the balcony. “It’s lucky they didn’t catch alight,” said Sergeant Sean Drew of Bellarine Police. “It would have caused massive damage.” Police are speaking to a person of interest, and have acquired CCTV footage from the business and a nearby store. They asked anyone with information to come forward. Contact Crimestoppers 1800 333 000.
Boat safety morning
Keith Purcell in LA last September.
Heroic bystanders praised THE heroic actions of “clear thinking” bystanders and a timely response by Ocean Grove CFA kept a local man alive on Tuesday, in the vital moments before an ambulance arrived to treat him. The man, in his 70s, suffered a cardiac arrest after falling from a deck onto concrete in the
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arrived.” A passerby noticed the man at midday, and called triple zero and performed CPR. Several passers helped them while another drove to the Ocean Grove Fire Station to get its community registered defibrillator. CFA first-responders followed the person back
to the scene and took over the CPR. Thanks to the “clear thinking member of the public”, they were able to get a pulse back and keep the man alive until an ambulance arrived. The ambulance transported the man to Geelong Hospital, where he arrived in a critical condition, but later died.
A BOAT safety morning is being held at the Ocean Grove boat ramp next week. The free event will feature teams from Barwon Coast, Parks Victoria, Maritime Safety, Victoria Police and DEPI Fisheries and includes free boat inspections and giveaways. Maddie Glynn of Barwon Coast said that the main message was to know your limits on the water – the Barwon estuary waters and front beaches is 5 knot speed limit applicable at all times; and, respect all water users. “We all come here for different uses and our use of choice should not impact on others,” said Maddie. The event is also an opportunity to find out about coastal and marine environment and includes some kids’ activities. The agencies attending are also keen to get views on fishing, boating and the local environment.
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ABOVE LEFT: Jimi Hocking. ABOVE: Broderick Smith and band. BELOW LEFT: Brad and Robert Reilly and Bromley and Dwane Farrell. BELOW: Hats were the order of the day.
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Tranquility Fair TRANQUIL was probably not the best description for a fair held in 40 degrees of heat and dusty gusting winds. But the spirit of the event, which raises money for Ocean Grove Park, won through. From the bands which played on regardless – f inding humour in diff icult circumstances – to the volunteers who conscientiously worked to ensure those that attended were safe and sheltered, the fair survived a lbeit with only 50 lasting to see the f inal act – Broderick Smith and his talented band. Andrea Robertson had opened the day and was followed by Georgia Rodgers, Tim Neal and Wayne Jury and Hoop Fusion before Jimi Hocking’s Blues Machine drove headlong into the full force of the storm winds – and was totally unfazed by the ordeal. It was a hardy bunch that remained, as Broderick acknowledged, but they saw the show to the end. A show that will go into local memories along with the wider events of the day.
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The Terrace was a hive of activity last week.
Busy time for traders Continued from front page. Green Room manager Mark Arnold said he is enjoying summer in Ocean Grove. “Business in summer is always fantastic,” he said. “It’s good seeing people eating, drinking, having a surf and having a good time." The inf lux of tourists has also caused extra work for local police,
who have noticed an increase in cars parked illegally on Barwon Heads–Ocean Grove Road. Sergeant Collin Bennett, of Bellarine Police, warned beach goers they would be f ined if they parked on the side of the road. “If you are parked illegally you can expect a ticket to be stuck under your wiper,” he said. “It creates a problem
if there’s a f ire or an emergency and we need to evacuate people.” Sgt Bennett said there had been incidents where people who had parked legally had been blocked by someone who had broken the rules. “We had to come and f ind the person so they could move their car, just so the people parked legally could go home,” he said.
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Rip to River goes off without a hitch WHAT a perfect day for the Echo Rip to River. There were just under 1000 participants running or walking in what turned out to be a successful event for the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club. If you participated in the Rip to River and would like to know your results, go to: http://tomatotiming.racetecresults. com/. If you came 1st, 2nd or 3rd in your age category you will have won a medal. If you missed the medal presentations on Saturday, you can collect your medal at the surf club between 9am and 5pm on a Thursday or Friday. The Surf Ed program went off with a bang on Saturday afternoon with around 300 nippers putting on their f luoro yellow rash vests and competition hats. The program includes invaluable learning opportunities in f irst aid and how to be safe in the ocean, along with a lot of laughs and fun. Surf Ed will continue over the next couple of weekends at main beach. Registrations are now closed for Surf Ed. If you would like your child to be involved in Surf Ed next year, contact the club in September to register. The Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club held another major fundraiser last Saturday afternoon, their annual Door Knock. The core business of the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club is to keep the Ocean Grove Beach safe and your kind donations assist the club in delivering this valuable service. The club would like to thank the community for their generous support. If you were not home during the door knock and would like to make a donation to the club, you can call in between 9am and 5pm on a Thursday or Friday or mail your donation to PO Box 486, Ocean Grove.
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Evie a delighted winner SEVEN-year-old Evie McCooke was the delighted winner of Ocean Grove’s Newsagency’s Beanie Boo competition last month. She is pictured here with her equally as thrilled sister Ruby, nine.
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Coming together at Kingston CLOSE to 1000 people turned out to enjoy Kingston’s Twilight Christmas Party. The free party which featured a live performance from the MikMaks and a visit by Santa was held over three hours at Airlie’s Playspace off Oakdean Boulevard. Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions gave away 500 sausages and actually had to send out for more supplies. About 100 kids had their faces painted and the same got to ride a pony – all part of a free event put on by Kingston Ocean Grove. The organisers said they were “blown away by how the evening went”. “Everything ran smoothly, everyone had a great evening and I was amazed by how many people turned up,” said Allason Lynch. “The good weather helped to. We can’t wait to get next year’s organising underway,” she said.
Five-year-old Sunny O'Keefe.
The MikMaks in full swing.
Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club sausage sizzle.
Kristi, Nathan and Hudson Merrett.
Lara O'Connor, Bek Connell, Kellie Honey and Belinda Hynson.
Michelle Smith with Twiggy and Snowy.
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Results impress ST IGNATIUS COLLEGE congratulated hard-working student Cooper Moody, for topping this year’s academic results with a brilliant ATAR of 98.85. “Cooper was an extremely committed student who worked consistently throughout the year,” said VCE Coordinator and Physics and Specialist Mathematics teacher Andrew Smith. “He was well liked and respected by his peers and teachers within the school community.” After scaling, Cooper scored over 40 in all six subjects, including a whopping 48 in Specialist Mathematics (after
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scaling), and 47 in Further Mathematics, which he completed in year 11. Cooper attributes his score to consistent work throughout the year and putting an equal amount
of effort into each subject. “I started working really early in the year – just after New Year’s Eve,” he said. “I worked at the same level throughout the year.” Cooper used an ATAR calculator to set himself a goal of 99, even though he only required 95 for a guaranteed spot in biomedicine at the University of Melbourne. “At the start of the year I never thought I would get that, but by the end of the year I was kind of expecting about that score,” he said. After a hard year’s work Cooper enjoyed a well-deserved holiday in Bali for Schoolies
and is looking forward to summer in Barwon Heads, before starting university. Although he’s unsure what he wants to specialise in after biomedicine. “I’m looking forward to moving out of home and starting the next chapter of my life,” he said. The St Ignatius student thanked his friends, family and teachers for their support throughout the year and “putting up with me”. “He is very clever and humble,” said college development manager Claire Hewitt. “He will do very well at university and is a credit to our college.”
contributing to their community along the way. President Janice Nation said that “the Ocean Grove Evening VIEW Club although established only three years ago has 98 members, sponsors three Learning for Life students annually through the Smith Family and this year has raised in excess of $4500, which has been donated to a number of programs for
the Smith Family. The club has also worked hard to forge links with other community groups within the town.” The Ocean Grove Club meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month from 6.30pm at the Ocean Grove Bowls Club for a dinner meeting. New members are welcome to attend. For further information visit www.view.org.au.
VIEW cocktail party rounds out 2014 OCEAN Grove Evening VIEW Club’s final event for 2014 was a fun cocktail party at Banks Rd Winery. This gave many of the members a chance to celebrate the new friendships forged and old friendships strengthened throughout the year, as well as celebrating the club’s successful fundraising and volunteering efforts in support of national children’s education
charity The Smith Family. VIEW stands for the Voice, Interests and Education of Women and is a leading women’s volunteer organisation and support network. VIEW members were dedicated to generating awareness of the incidence of disadvantaged young people in Australia, and raising funds in support of the Smith Family throughout the year, while having fun
Gas leak not serious
CURIOUS shoppers in the CBD looked on as police and fire fighters closed off a small section of The Parade last Friday morning, in response to an underground gas leak. Three trucks were called out to the leak, which was releasing traces of gas near the public toilets located next to the shopping centre car park. Ocean Grove CFA Senior Station Officer Anthony Heafield said there was a low concentration of gas and that the leak was not dangerous. On Saturday the CFA returned to the scene and later contractors began excavating to find the source of the leak.
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Sold out show at Oak Hill
Sally Wilson and Mark Kruger perform at Oak Hill.
THE first Grove Classics Inc concert took place on December 13, at Oak Hill – an idyllic venue with views over the bay. Internationally renowned artists, Sally Wilson (soprano) and Mark Kruger (pianist), performed to a sold out audience, which had enjoyed sparkling wine and refreshments before the concert in the rustic grounds of Oak Hill. The music ranged from dramatic opera arias to brilliant solo piano pieces, and included rarely heard Christmas songs from
Santa hands out free lollies to children on Christmas eve.
much-loved composers such as Faure and Debussy, as well as betterknown pieces such as the wonderfully rousing 'Oh Holy Night'. Profits from the concert go towards the purchase of a grand piano of which Ocean Grove can be proud, and which would contribute in a very special way to our cultural landscape. So far, approximately $2000 has been raised. Sally Wilson said: "The response of the audience was absolutely
overwhelming. We were thrilled to perform to a sold out crowd, and delighted to get the ball rolling on the purchase of a grand piano for our great area. To have a beautiful grand piano for our community will be a truly special thing, and will offer all sorts of possibilities to talented young piano students and top performers alike. The enthusiasm surrounding this concert has shown us just how much appreciation and passion there is for classical music in our area."
Busy Santa spreads holiday cheer SANTA’S exhausting Christmas eve tour de force of Ocean Grove and Wallington proved to be its usual crowdpuller. On a warm December evening the man in red managed to drop in at 15 locations in the space of two-and-ahalf hours – stretching all the way from Moorfield in the north down to Main Beach in the south. The number of youngsters and families always varies between smaller rural stops and the larger ones such as Blue Waters Lake, but the smiles are just as broad no matter where he stops. Santa also gets plenty of elf help – assisting with the important dispersal of free lollies – all of which is provided by the volunteer fire fighters of Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads.
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Outdoor cinema showing Oz classic
OUTDOOR cinema is on again this year, although a little later with the first event being held on Saturday January 31 and the second on the March 7 at Ocean Grove Park. The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert will be shown on the 31st at 7pm, which varies a little from past years in that organisers decided to run an iconic Aussie movie as the event is just after Australia Day. People are welcome to dress up or just turn up and sing along at the event, run by Ocean Grove Connected Communities supported by onscreen advertisers. As usual there will be a sausage sizzle, this year held by Surfside Waves Soccer Club, along with regular stall holders – the coffee and slushy van and the popcorn, fairy floss and cold drinks supplier. “In previous years, early January was still quite chilly in the evenings, so we hope that by holding the January event at a later date we can enjoy the warmer evenings," Michele Mitten said Surf movie, Chasing Mavericks, will be held on March 7 with food and drink provided by the same vendors. As usual, all surf wagons are welcome to come along to the park but they must be in place by 7pm due to health and safety regulations. If anyone is interested in playing reggae music before the event, please will you contact Michele on 5255 3233 or ads@oceangrovevoice.com.
Last year's open cinema event at Ocean Grove Park.
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Summer is HOT at the Driftwood Cafe. This is the Driftwood’s second summer and things do not look like slowing down. Ty and the team have been gearing up for what looks like their busiest season. “I didn’t think that it would be possible to get any busier, but we just keep smashing our own records! We are a year older and a little wiser so the experience of the first summer has definitely helped, and the team have been working really well together," Ty said. It seems that it is not only the summer visitors who are loving The Driftwood but the locals are still showing strong support over the summer months. “Without the support of the locals, we wouldn’t be in the position that we are,” says Ty, “We are very lucky to be a part of such a great community.” The nights have also been a success especially in the warmer weather, with The Driftwood open for dinner on Friday and Saturday nights. To top it all off Ty and the Driftwood chefs have also been doing external catering as well. “We did a wedding just after Christmas, and are doing a christening next week, we like to keep challenging ourselves. We are hoping to set up a fresh juice bar before the end of summer and then after that we will commence work on the retractable roof over the side deck area.” The Driftwood Cafe is open 7days from 7am.
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music/live events
• Piping Hot Chicken Shop - Friday February 6 Jeff Lang • Barwon Heads Hotel - Thursday January 8 Daryl Braithwaite - Friday January 9 Geoff Achison, Chris Wilson, Phil Manning & Lloyd Spiegel - Saturday January 10 DJ Eddie - 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 - Sleeping Beauty, 1316 January • Springdale Community Centre Hall - Making waves
music/poetry arvo every third Sun of every month 2pm 5.30pm • Ocean Grove Bowling Club - Saturday January 10 James Carrigg - Saturday January 17 Sam Hanson
markets & fairs
• Parkes Hall Newcombe Street Portarlington, last Sunday of month, 9am-2pm • 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
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 - Monday 6.30 7.30pm Yoga with Coralie for the month
of January - Wednesday 6.30 - 7.30pm Yoga with Coralie for the month of January - 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 Svaroopa Yoga Ph: 0413 955 331 or email Kerryn@ bluewateryoga.org.au
reading & writing
• 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 2.30pm3.30pm Book chat for adults. All welcome. www.geelonglibraries. vic.gov.au
family fun
• 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
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• Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre Check our program with a range of courses, classes and fun activities Ph: 5255 4294
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
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Summer in full swing SUMMER is in full swing and there are traffic jams on the Bellarine Peninsula. I've noticed that there's plenty of water in places like the Begola Wetlands and Blue Waters Lake, but the ponds on the North and West Tracks in the Ocean Grove Nature Reserve have completely dried up. This is not great for the birds and animals that frequent that area, so hopefully there will be some decent summer thunderstorms soon. The good news is that there are two hooded plover chicks on the beach at Collendina. Their territory is near Turtle Rock, a 2.5km walk from 6W. If anyone is interested in adding their name to a roster to mind the chicks, especially on the warmer days at high tide, email me at jencarr@ y7mail.com I've been driving my daughter from Ocean Grove to Anglesea over the past few weeks, and on the way have been looking for raptors, but have not seen many. I haven't seen a whistling kite around this area for months, or maybe I'm just looking in the wrong places. There are a few kestrels flying around the Barwon Heads Bluff, and I hope they stay away from the hoodie chicks. The advantage of going
to Anglesea is that the Anglesea Heath is so beautiful. I've found a little pond by the side of a quiet road, and I can sit in my car and see brown-headed honeyeaters, crimson rosellas, eastern spinebills, yellow-faced honeyeaters, white-eared honeyeaters, white-naped honeyeaters, and many other birds. I just sit in the car and listen to the sounds and try and pick the birds by their calls. The different species of honeyeaters all seem to intermingle. The crimson rosellas are all so cautious and gradually come close to the pond once all the other birds have flown off. It's very relaxing to just sit and watch and listen to the cricket and escape from the housework I should be doing. Pete and Chris from Woodlands Estate have only seen one of the young kookaburras in their garden over the past few weeks. The tawny frogmouths that nested across the road in the Woodlands Estate have three offspring, which is great, and all seem to be doing well. I wish everyone a great 2015 and hope that you all see a whistling kite on the Bellarine soon, so you can tell me where to look. Jen Carr
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www.oceangrovevoice.com Food Choices - Diet plays a vital factor in health - Dr Amelia Hagger (CMD) How is your lifestyle different to that of your parents or previous generations, what ailments did they (or currently) have and what impact does that have on your future health? No one can change their genetics, and there is no ‘miracle pill’ to turn back aging; however, what you do with what you have will determine whether your lifestyle is rapidly aging you and making you sick; or, setting you up for optimum health in older age. Awareness, good nutrition and activity are fundamental supports for maintaining long-term health and vitality. To set the scene, Chinese Medicine Theory believes that all food has properties which produces an effect in the body that is either: -
‘Medicinal’ E.g Herbs and supplements (strongest effect) and other products consumed as ‘food’, that have a positive or sought function in the body such as macronutrients, vitamins, minerals and trace elements for the healthy functioning of body-systems, growth and repair.
- ‘Neutral’ Neither positive nor detrimental impact: e.g. converts to ‘energy’ or ‘fibre’. - ‘Poison’ Toxic or undesirable effect that causes dysfunction and illness. In a society that consumes many refined, preprepared foods and additives, poor choices can lead to compromised health and serious illness. There are many ‘diets’ or self-help books out there, but how many consider your unique individual requirements? A balanced diet, rich in wholefoods and correct portion sizes, combined with regular activity and appropriate exercise, followed by lifestyle choice consideration for genetic disposition, will support and maintain good health and vitality, and may even reduce your risk of developing illness. Do you know what nutrients you need for your body to function and stay healthy?
Consider consulting a health professional who specialises in dietary advice so that you can make informed choices about your nutrition and protect your future health. Strength Training – Rick Jackson, Heavy Metal Barbell Strength and conditioning training can offer a range of health benefits regardless of gender: increased metabolism and ability to burn calories, increased cardiovascular health, improvements in bone density and improved flexibility and general well-being. Strength should always be a primary focus and part of any fitness or training program, even before goals such as muscle gain or weight loss for one simple reason: improvements in strength facilitate both. It encourages muscle growth, which increases the amount of active tissue in your body that utilises oxygen and glucose to produce energy and therefore increases the amount of calories you burn throughout the day. Functionally, improvements in strength assist you in performing all human movements and everyday tasks, whether that be carrying groceries, getting into a car, walking, running or participating in sport. It can improve your quality of life by improving your posture and the way you move, aid in falls prevention for the elderly by ensuring better balance and stability and assist in recovery from injury by gradually building up the strength in the surrounding tissues of an affected area. When it comes to losing weight, it’s important to know that muscle is a metabolically active tissue. This means it utilises the building blocks of the food you eat and the oxygen that you breathe to create energy (ATP) to power its functions. If you’re dieting without incorporating resistance exercise, you run the risk of your body consuming your muscle tissue as well as adipose tissue (body fat), which will in turn decrease your basal metabolic rate and
21 the amount of calories your body burns. This means you require even less food and/or more exercise to achieve fat loss as someone with more muscle mass. Strength training does not mean slapping hundreds of kilos on your back immediately. We approach it in a ‘slow and steady wins the race’ approach in which you gradually build up your body’s tolerance to using more weight or performing more work in a given session. There are many ways to measure strength: moving more weight with good form, moving the same weight more confidently and with quality, utilising the same weight for more sets or reps or decreasing the rest times between your work. These are all signs that you are moving forward, progressing and becoming a better, stronger you! Physiotherapy for Surfing Injuries Adrian Deans – Physiotherapist, Ocean Grove Physiotherapy Clinic Surfing is an extremely popular sport around the world and especially on our local coastal
beaches. Surfing is considered a very safe sport, with only 3.5 injuries occurring per 1000 days surfed. Most of these injuries are minor from either laceration or impact with the board. Soft tissue injuries account for approximately 40% of surfing injuries, with knee, shoulder, low back, ankle & neck injuries the most common. Sprains, strains, dislocations and fractures are possible. These injuries can be further classified into acute injuries or chronic, overuse injuries. Acute injuries tend to occur through failed surfing manoeuvres or “wipeouts”, where the surfer may come into contact with the ocean floor or the board they are surfing on. Acute injuries also occur during take-off or a big drop, where the surfer may get to their feet ‘off balance’ and cause excessive lateral or rotational forces to pass through their knees or ankles. Chronic injuries occur through overuse of muscles and joints when paddling and lying prone for extended periods. The most common surfing injuries that I see
in the physiotherapy clinic are overuse injuries involving the shoulder or lower back. This is especially true of inexperienced surfers with poor technique or surfers who only surf infrequently, such as in the summer holidays. It is estimated that during a surfing session 45% of time is spent paddling, 35% waiting & 15% actually surfing. Paddling is similar to a freestyle stroke in swimming however it creates more stress on the upper back & shoulders than swimming, as the board prevents the natural body roll that occurs in freestyle. Short boards, being narrower, allow some torso/board rotation but the wider long boards have very little rotation. The rotator cuff tendons in the shoulder are commonly strained. The low back or lumbar spine is also a common site of injury. Surfers paddle into a wave in an extended, arched position and are then required to fully flex the lumbar spine to get to their feet. Then, in riding the wave there is a lot of twisting force in the lumbar spine. Stiffness in the low back, along with poor core stability/abdominal
muscle weakness is the major cause of back problems in surfers. Prevention of surfing injuries may involve the use of protective equipment such as board nose guards, wearing a helmet and using a longer leash. Knowledge of how the wave breaks and the make-up of the bottom, be it sand or reef, is also important. Working on your flexibility and completing a thorough warm up will help prevent injury as will completing an appropriate conditioning and fitness program for surfing. A physiotherapist can not only help with treatment and recovery after injury but can advise on an appropriate training program to get you fit for surfing. For any further information about surfing injuries or any other injury contact one of the expert physiotherapists at one of our clinics.
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Nick wins Bells Bash OCEAN Grove runner Nick Wightman claimed the Bells Bash 8km event in balmy conditions at Jan Juc. A week after he won the prestigious Rip to River Classic 10km race for fourth time, the 29-year-old backed up to win the hill climb bitumenbased fun run in 24:41. He finished ahead of Nic Van Rapphorst (25:03) and Rowan Walker (25:19). Fellow Grove runner James Dalton finished the 8km run in fifth place.
Lucas loves the darts Lucas Cameron
OCEAN Grove A grade captain Lucas Cameron will swap his cricket whites for a darts shirt to play in the ultimate once in a lifetime world darts exhibition this week. The 34-year-old earned the right to play in a Darts Invitational Challenge held at Melbourne's Etihad Stadium on January 9 and 10 after he won a qualifying event in Oakleigh last month. The gun Grubber fast bowler admitted it will be a "surreal" experience to play with likes of World No 1 Michael van Gerwen and Aussie sensation Simon Whitlock. “It will be surreal as
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such to be play on stage against one or two of the world's best,” Cameron told the Voice. “It is a once in a lifetime opportunity. "I have certainly never played in front of 80 people, let alone upwards of 5000 people. "It will be nervewracking, but to have a few familiar faces in the crowd will hopefully settle the nerves." Cameron’s sudden rise up through darts ranks is remarkable after he first took up sport in 2012. The star local sporting identity saw parallels with accuracy in using a red ball in cricket to his exceptional pin point
skills in darts. “I have only sort of played for two years and it has come pretty natural,” Cameron said. “I guess there must be something there with hand-eye trigger coordination. “Obviously in cricket it is your landing area when you are running into bowl and when you walk up to the 'Occy' you are microfocussing because your target is a lot smaller.” According to latest Australian Grand Prix darts rankings, Cameron is currently ranked 29 in Australia.
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WINNERS: men's Rip to River winner Nick Wightman and women's winner Natalie Mensch after the big race. All pictures: DAVID BIANCO
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Suzie Proper, Edmund Proper, Georgia Barmgartner and Abigail Proper.
Ocean Grover Alyse O'Keefe won the 18-29 5km female event.
Off and running Ocean Grove Football Club was well represented. Ian Walker won the 10km walk and Noel Sherwell finished third.
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CHAMPION Ocean Grove runner Nick Wightman was pushed all the way by training partner Harry Smithers to claim his fourth Rip to River Classic on December 27. The 29-year-old won the 10km race in a time of 32:39 to finish seven seconds ahead of secondplaced Smithers (32:46). Wightman, who won Rip to River crowns in 2010, 2011 and also last summer, said a challenge from Smithers had made victory sweeter on the soft Ocean Grove sands. “It is probably one of the best ones yet as I had to race against my training partner Harry,” Wightman said. “He made it pretty tough, but it was perfect conditions and I think I ran my second best time.” Smithers, 23, who returned from USA on December 24, said Wightman had taken his running to a new level with his speed and agility. The star running duo have trained together in Melbourne and Geelong. “He (Wightman) has got some wheels, he
Nick Wightman crosses the line in 1st place in the Rip to River. has actually developed some real speed because he has run pretty fast over 1500 metres,” said Smithers, who hails from Ashburton. Fellow Grove local James Dalton finished in sixth position in a time of 35:25. M E A N W H I L E Belmont-based Natalie Mensch took out the 10km women’s race in a time of 38:29. The 41-year-old set her
sights on victory at the annual post-Christmas fun run between Point Lonsdale Lighthouse and Ocean Grove main beach. “I wanted to come out with a win because I had never won the Rip to River and I had come second and third before,” Mensch said. Serena Schuwalow was the next best woman who finished in a time of 40:31. IN the 5km event, teenager Jack Hockley
Samon won in a time of 16:55 ahead of secondplaced Patrick Matthews (16:55) in a race to the finishing line. Star teenager Mimmi Balaam was the first female across the post in a time of 19:56. IN the 1.4km Ripper Nipper Event, 13-yearold Jackson Tinker (04:55) won by one second against Sam Davis (04:56) in a thrilling finish. MERRYN Dawborn-
Gundlach took out the honours in the 10km walk in a time of 01:11:12. Ocean Grove Football Club president Ian Walker was the first male past the winning post in 01:16:24. It was the second time Walker had won the Rip to River Men’s 10km walk. “This one is better because I am five years older and I am still winning it,” said Walker, who last won the event in 2010.
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Pam Morrow and Kate Parke.
Sallie Caldwell from Mount Helen jogs on while other competitors, including Brett Chandler, James Parkinson and Will Jones, take drinks from surf life saver volunteers.
Gill Skountzis and Letizia Sammut.
Matthew Toohey with a young passenger.
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Natalie Mensch and Nick Wightman won their respective groups' Rip to River race. Wightman won the event for the fourth time, while Mensch tasted victory for the first time. For the full story and more pictures, see pages 35 to 38.
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COLLENDINA will aim to jump back into BPCA A grade top four when it meets cross town rivals Ocean Grove in a two-day game starting Saturday. The Cobras went into Christmas break with their tails up after a stirring one-day victory against second-placed Portarlington. Fifth-placed Collendina sits outside top four only on percentage behind Anglesea and Barwon Heads who have both notched up 24 points and four wins. Meanwhile the Grubbers are desperate for victory after their losing streak stretched to five games with a demoralising nine-wicket away defeat to Jan Juc in round seven. An Ocean Grove loss to Collendina could see struggling Grubbers fall to bottom of A grade ladder if Newcomb manages to beat Barrabool. Cobra co-coach Ben Ricardo admits there is a healthy rivalry between
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both teams irrespective of ladder positions. “Yeah there's always a little more feeling in the cross town rivalry games,” Ricardo told the Voice. “It is kind of like the footy with Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads, no matter where the teams sit on the ladder it is always a great game and a fierce contest and we’re expecting no different this time round. “A win could really set us up in the top four, so we will be pushing hard but also know that Ocean Grove will be pretty keen to knock us off so it is going be a great contest I'd suspect.” The Grubbers will head into match without inspirational captain Lucas Cameron who is unavailable. Collendina holds current bragging rights after it defeated Ocean Grove by 43 runs in a two-day game last season at the Snake Pit. The two-day clash at Ocean Grove Memorial Recreation Reserve begins at 1.30pm this Saturday.