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Architects for Change

By LUKE VOOGT ST Ignatius’s Architects for Change won recognition from Geelong Council recently for its service to the community.

The VCAL group won the Community Citizenship Award at the council’s Youth Awards ceremony on 8 April.

“It was really nice recognition for what the students are doing,” said college VCAL coordinator Kirsty Allan.

Among the winning group were several local students, such as Jordyn Taskin from Ocean Grove, and Kaycee Johnson from Drysdale.

Kaycee said it was a huge surprise to win the award.

“Having a look at the other names on the brochure, it was impressive that a high school from Drysdale won,” she said.

The group washed teachers’ cars last year, raising more than $300 for Timor-Leste schools.

They also held a 12-hour walkathon for two specialsneeds schools closer to home; Barwon Valley and the Blackwood outdoor education centre.

The students donated their time too, cleaning Blackwood in preparation for bushfire season and working with Nelson Park Special School to create inclusive games.

As well as learning job skills, said Kaycee and Jordyn, the group strives to get involved in the community.

A teacher named the group the Architects for Change to promote its work in the community and combat the stigma surrounding VCAL. Recently, they’ve been promoting their work to other students.

“We want to show how VCAL works and what we actually do,” Jordyn said.

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Just no justice

By LUKE VOOGT CHEETHAM Ward councillor Rod MacDonald has criticised the State Government for its decision to dismiss Geelong Council, saying it denied some councillors natural justice.

“Whether we like it or not we’ve all been put in the same boat,” Mr MacDonald said.

“There’s no opportunity to stand up and clear your name of any wrongdoing and that’s disappointing.”

Mr MacDonald spoke to The Voice on 14 April as the impending sacking loomed over the council.

Last year Australian Human Rights Commissioner Susan Halliday released a damning report on the council’s workplace culture.

The report triggered the events which led to the sacking.

Mr MacDonald said the council had done a lot to improve its workplace culture since the report.

“I absolutely refute that we didn’t implement the recommendations in the Halliday Report,” he said.

Mr MacDonald said he hadn’t heard of many of the descriptions in the recent Commission of Inquiry report into the council and that he hadn’t personally witnessed any bullying.

“There are odd instances where things occur and they’ve been dealt with by people at the time,” he said.

Mr MacDonald praised the work of crossbenchers who negotiated bringing the next council election forward from 2020 to October 2017.

“It’s improved the chance for residents to have representation earlier,” he said.

The council will be replaced by administrators following its sacking.

“I just hope the administrators keep our projects going and look out for the interests of residents,” Mr MacDonald said.

Mr MacDonald said that during 11 years as a councillor he had striven to take an interest in Geelong as a whole.

He pointed out his recent role in the new Geelong Library as well as a project to introduce high-speed broadband to all Geelong schools.

Geelong Council is currently seeking funding from the State Government for the project.

“It’s resting with the treasurer at the moment,” Mr MacDonald said. Locally, Mr MacDonald is

proud of his role in refurbishing Drysdale Library, beautifying the Bellarine Rail Trail and a major drainage update in High Street.

He said the drainage project would help protect the town in the event of a flood.

“Residents won’t have to wake up in the middle of the night with water lapping at their doors,” he said.

Mr MacDonald also talked about his role in getting funding for the planned Drysdale and Clifton Springs Sporting Precinct.

“It’s taken time to get the funding in place and that’s something I’ve driven,” he said.

Mr MacDonald could not say whether he would contest the Cheetham Ward in the next council election.

“It’s too early to say,” he said.

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Brian describes drag racing as “violent”. His racer reaches the 100-mile (161km/h) mark in less than a second.

“When you take off you basically get tunnel vision,” he said.

“Everything to the side just flashes and you can only see in front of you – it does funny things to your brain.”

Brian’s business Aikman Engineering built the racer from “top to bottom”.

“We managed to make some more sales because it drags in a lot of attention,” he said.

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BRIAN Lockman might just be the fastest man in Drysdale, after his recent drag racing victory at Adelaide International Raceway this month.

Brian was thrilled and surprised to win the Top Alcohol category at the Australian National Drag Racing Championship Grand Final on April 10.

His racer “AE Performance” joined the 22-car field a few months ago at the Australian Nationals at Calder Raceway.

“We’re the new kids on the block,” he said.

Brian and his team compete on a 304m (1000ft) track, reaching speeds of up to 330km/h.

“You’re driving by the seat of your pants,” he said.

In just seven seconds AE Performance burns through 25 litres of methyl alcohol.

“It loves to drink,” Brian said.

Brian returned to competitive drag racing this year after a 25-year absence from the sport.

“At 50 years old I should know better,” he said.

“But it’s heaps of fun and we’re doing what we love.”

THE late Dr Bruce Jones said goodbye to his beloved RSL this month, with one final gift.

Welfare officer Pam Davis presented a plaque to Drysdale RSL on 14 April on behalf of Bruce, who died at 3am that morning.

“He was going to hand it to us himself that afternoon,” she said.

“Being as thoughtful as he was, he thought it would be a nice gift for the RSL.” The plaque – one of 303 in Australia – features a .303 bullet crafted into a poppy, from a range used by Australian soldiers training for World War I. Bruce got the idea to donate the item after his niece, Sandra Jones, gave him a unique version of one of the plaques last year.

“His father actually trained at that range before he went to World War I,” she said.

“I had one made with a picture of my grandfather, father and Bruce.”

Bruce, who has donated his

Drysdale RSL president Geoff Zanker and welfare officer Pam Davis with a plaque donated by the late Dr Bruce Jones. The plaque contains a poppy made from a .303 bullet. 153161 fair share of memorabilia to the RSL, decided to order another plaque.

“We just thought that would be a nice thing for him to give to the RSL,” Sandra said.

Sandra described her uncle as a kind and gentle man who had a knack for technology.

Even at 95 years old, he had mastered Google and was taking selfies with nurses and friends in his aged care home.

“I remember when we were kids he was into whatever gad-

get was about at the time,” Sandra said.

Bruce joined the Royal Australian Air Force in 1942 and served as a navigator in a Bristol Beaufighter over Sulawesi, Java and Timor.

After the war he finished studying medicine. He lived in Drysdale for 45 years and worked as a local GP for 30 years.

“It was here that he found a place to rest his soul and give to a community that valued him,” Sandra said.

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A DOZEN or so local residents will display their work at Drysdale Station as part of this year’s Mountain to Mouth.

Drysdale district co-ordinator Rachella Thomas held a workshop for the residents at Springdale earlier this month, with Geelong artist Ingrid Petterson.

“We thought it would be really nice to involve the local

community,” Rachella said.

“Springdale is amazing – they’re so active in their community.”

The residents created “story sticks”, which tell tales of everything from sea changes to the “Drysdale Bunyip”.

A sound artist recorded people’s stories at the workshop, to go with the sticks.

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Rachella first glimpsed the Mountain to Mouth in 2014.

Mountain to Mouth is an “extreme arts walk”, which explores the scenery and culture of Geelong and the Bellarine.

Mouth to Mountain’s main artwork – Canoe – will stop in Drysdale from 10.45am to 11am on 7 May. Drysdale Station will be open from 9.30am to noon the same day.

Thanks for the privilege to serve I’D like to take this opportunity to thank the residents of Cheetham Ward, along with the broader Geelong community for their support over the past 11 and a half years. I’ve enjoyed the privilege of representing residents and working to achieve some great outcomes for our community. The Ward boundary has moved over the years – including Newcomb and Whittington from 2004/08 and then from Leopold through to Drysdale, Clifton Springs and Wallington since 2008.

There has been considerable change right across the municipality during this time – including many challenges with the closure of major industries such as Alcoa and the impending Ford shutdown. Sadly, Target may also be leaving Geelong.

The growth of new jobs is important and needs a real focus in the years ahead. I’m pleased to have been involved in the establishment of several new businesses in Geelong.

A new Calamari Oil plant in North Geelong and a commercial graphene manufacturing plant (a first for Australia) are two important wins for our regions future.

I was also pleased to be able to work on Geelong-wide issues, such as campaigning for the NBN rollout. Over the past 18 months, I have also worked to get high-speed fibre internet into all Geelong Secondary Schools and libraries. We now await the State Government’s funding decision.

In Drysdale and Clifton Springs we have seen a number of key projects completed and others commencing. The sub-regional sporting precinct had been funded and was in the final design stages. A family hub, while still in early design, will be an important piece of infrastructure for the area. In 2012, a new netball court was added to the recreation reserve.

A major upgrade of the storm water system has now alleviated the flooding problems in the Drysdale town centre. The upgrade and refurbishment of the library has also added a third more usable space for customers.

The Clifton Springs Tennis Club has seen an enormous growth in participants and two new courts have been added to the facility. Construction of a walking track around Lake Lorne has really enhanced local amenity and liveability for residents and visitors.

This, along with the upgrades to the Bellarine Rail Trail over the past decade has created important new tourism offerings.

The opening up of the Jetty Road precinct has seen a growth in open space and additional foreshore access, as well as the inclusion of a neighbourhood shopping centre.

Other initiatives have included the development of an Urban Design framework for Drysdale town centre and along with this a new Aldi supermarket as well as a Coles on the way.

It is disappointing, to say the least, for the council to end its term the way it did, but I trust that any problems that are inherent in its management are promptly and fully addressed by the administrators and the CEO. Public accountability for any wrong doing is critical. However, whatever the outcomes, it’s vital that we return to our local democracy as soon as possible.

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Visitor strikes a chord ST Ignatius College welcomed world-famous composer and pianist Christopher Norton recently for a musical masterclass.

College music co-ordinator Caitlin Doble said the 12 April visit was an invaluable opportunity for students to learn about composition and improvisation.

“It was truly an opportunity of a lifetime for these students to learn from a world famous and respected composer,” she said.

Norton has published more than 25 books and his pieces feature on the VCE music syllabus as well as other syllabuses across Australia and England.

Born in New Zealand, Christopher started composing at the age of 14. At 16 his first piece was performed by the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra.

He now resides in London.

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Goeff Wisbey holds a shaving mug made from an expended anti-aircraft round, from his time in Darwin during World War II. 153172 Mr Wisbey’s troop had his first “near miss” in a 3am raid on 24 October. Both the troop’s driver and sergeant sustained shrapnel wounds during the raid.

On 10 March, 1943, Mr Wisbey was finishing his shift as spotter on his troop’s 40mm Bofors gun, when he saw six planes flying at tree level.

He blasted his whistle, roused the troop and sent a message to “Radar”, only to be told the planes were “friendly”.

His sergeant grabbed the binoculars from him.

“He nearly ripped my head off my neck,” Mr Wisbey said.

“He said ‘tell them they are bloody Zeros!’”

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Radar was halfway through repeating the planes were “friendly”, when the troop Sergeant pulled the cord to release the camouflage netting on the gun.

“The crew was mounted and ready to go,” Mr Wisbey said.

“We fired 32 rounds and one of the last five hit a plane in the tail.”

According to Mr Wisbey, an Australian Beaufighter followed the Japanese plane at a safe distance for 130km and saw it crash.

The shell of one of those five rounds, he said, was converted into a shaving mug, which now resides at Drysdale RSL. Mr Wisbey next served on the island of Morotai, in June 1945.

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FOR this year’s Anzac commemorations the Voice spoke to Drysdale World War II veteran Geoff Wisbey, who served in Darwin and South East Asia.

Mr Wisbey was born in 1923, and his parents were caretakers of a local house for destitute veterans in Drysdale.

He received the call for duty at the of age 18, on 9 March, 1942.

At Geelong Drill Hall Mr Wisbey discovered he was destined for Tottenham Barracks, Footscray.

However, his mum wanted him to go Bonegilla (near Wodonga), to join his cousin in basic training, as his aunty was a nervous wreck.

An officer at the hall quietly assigned Mr Wisbey to Bonegilla instead, when his mother recognised him as a door-to-door salesman who sold trinkets during The Depression.

“She admired him for getting out and making a bit extra money other than the dole,” Mr Wisbey said.

“I think he just wanted mum to stop talking about it.”

After completing his basic training, Mr Wisbey joined the 112th Light Anti-Aircraft Regiment and boarded a train in Dandenong for war.

“We weren’t told where we were going, just that we were heading north,” he said.

North turned out to be Darwin, during the Japanese raids.

There a lieutenant – who he had known from school – asked him if he wanted to go home.

The young Digger, who was engaged at the time, said “what a stupid question!”

“Of course I did!” he told the Voice.

Earlier, on leave in January 1945, Mr Wisbey had met his future wife during a dance at the St Thomas Hall, Drysdale.

He agreed to go to Manilla to get an earlier discharge, where the Australian Army was aiding the Red Cross.

Mr Wisbey met Lady Mountbatten, an English countess and reliefworker “who was a true lady”.

The brigadier called stand fast when she arrived, and Mr Wisbey still remembers her telling the assembled troops: “Sure I have a title, but it doesn’t make me any better than you fellows.”

“Just carry on and I’ll walk around and talk to you.”

Geoff finally married Marj on 29 December, 1945 but wasn’t discharged until 28 June, 1946, after the army “buggered up again”.

He spent the rest of his time guarding Japanese POWs. Mr Wisbey returned to Drysdale in 1950, where he’s lived most his life and is still happily married to Marj after 71 years.

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Bus pleas are heard DRYSDALE residents have been heard after bus services in the area were increased recently, albeit as a trial.

A shuttle bus will run between St Leonards, Portarlington and Drysdale to connect with buses to Geelong.

The trial will commence in July, but it is unknown whether the service will include weekends. It was also uncertain if the trial would be for an hourly service as requested by the people of the Bellarine Peninsula.

Western Victoria Region MP Simon Ramsay congratulated Bellarine campaigners over their successful effort to improve the region’s bus service.

“I congratulate the local community for fighting hard for a better bus service, especially Portarlington’s Vicki Batten, who was a champion of this campaign,” Mr Ramsay said.

Bus timetables were altered last year with a reduction in services for the area.

“It would be disappointing to lose the improved service after more than six months of lobbying for it,” he said.

“I’ve raised the Bellarine public transport issues in Parliament on many occasions so I’m pleased to see a positive outcome in the face of strong community support.”

Mr Ramsay said there was no response to his effort in clarifying the new timetable with PTV.

Standing proud DRYSDALE RSL held its Anzac Day service on Monday.

Here, Will Davis (grandson of Kevin and Pam Davis) and Amanda Mills (daughter of Geoff Zanker) stand proudly at the cenotaph in Drysdale after the ceremony. Will is wearing Kevin’s original battle jacket and his grandfather’s medals while Amanda is proudly wearing her father and uncle Des Zanker’s medals.

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Traffic light works to start VICROADS will begin construction on the Tuckfield Street and Marlin Drive traffic lights this week, after years of community campaigning.

Bellarine MP Lisa Neville said pedestrians and school children would benefit from the $962,000 intersection upgrade.

“This upgrade will significantly improve safety for all road users,” she said.

Mrs Neville said the lights would also improve traffic flow during peak periods at the intersection.

In February, The Voice received information from VicRoads that works would begin in March. However, Vicroads Regional Director, Mark Koliba, said there had been no delay.

Rather, he said, this referred to preliminary works, such as tree removal and moving the Star of the Sea student crossing.

During the construction of the lights the crossing will be relocated 200m to the north.

Workers clear trees at the Tuckfield Street and Marline Drive intersection in preparation for new traffic lights. 153282 Vicroads will widen the existing intersection to include dedicated turning lanes into Marlin Drive from Tuckfield Street.

The upgrade will also include

new line marking and lighting, and a new bus shelter and dedicated bus bay on Tuckfield Street, near Watkin Street.

The works are expected to be

complete by late July with minor delays expected for motorists during the construction.

The expected time of completion has not changed.

POLICE are again on the hunt for burglars after a number of break-ins in Ocean Grove and the Bellarine.

Ocean Grove Sushi and Noodle Bar was broken into in the early hours of 18 April.

The front door of the store was forced open, causing a few hundred dollars in damage, and a small

amount of cash was taken.

Store owner Jai Pumphrey had planned to buy some new equipment, but Jai said the break in had set him back months.

“It’s pretty tough at this time of year to rebound from something like this,” he said.

“It’s very disappointing.”

Police reported a number of break-ins at stores in Barwon Heads, Drysdale, and Leopold that morning and later in the week.

Burglars smashed through the front door of Drysdale Mowers, about 5am on 20 April, stealing chainsaws, blowers and other power equipment.

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Break-in cases may be linked, police say Sergeant Grant Langmaid said the break-ins could be related and that police were searching for two men spotted at a number of them.

He urged anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Bellarine police on 5256 2698.

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BELLARINE MP Lisa Neville announced $5.2 million in funding for local schools this week, as part of the 2016/17 Victorian Budget.

Ms Neville was at Ocean Grove Primary School on 26 April to announce $4 million in funding to upgrade the school’s “ageing facilities”.

“This funding will ensure students have the fantastic learning spaces they deserve,” she said.

Ms Neville also announced $1.2 million in funding for Bellarine Secondary College for modernising and upgrading school buildings.

“Ocean Grove Primary School and Bellarine Secondary College are doing great work – and this funding will help the two schools become even better,” she said.

State Education Minister James Merlino said these upgrades would join hundreds of school infrastructure projects now underway across the state.

“Better facilities will mean better outcomes for students at both Ocean Grove Primary and Bellarine Secondary College,” he said.

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ST Ignatius’s Architects for Change won recognition from Geelong Council recently for its service to the community.

The VCAL group won the Community Citizenship Award at the council’s Youth Awards ceremony on 8 April.

“It was really nice recognition for what the students are doing,” said college VCAL co-ordinator Kirsty Allan.

Among the winning group were several local students, such as Jordyn Taskin from Ocean Grove, and Kaycee Johnson from Drysdale.

Kaycee said it was a huge surprise to win the award.

“Having a look at the other names on the brochure, it was impressive that a high school from Drysdale won,” she said.

The group washed teachers’ cars last year, raising more than $300 for TimorLeste schools.

They also held a 12-hour walkathon for two specials-needs schools closer to home; Barwon Valley and the Blackwood outdoor education centre.

The students donated their time too, cleaning Blackwood in preparation for bushfire season and working with Nelson Park Special School to create inclusive games.

As well as learning job skills, said Kaycee and Jordyn, the group strives to get involved in the community.

A teacher named the group the Architects for Change to promote its work in the community and combat the stigma surrounding VCAL. Recently, they’ve been promoting their work to other students.

“We want to show how VCAL works and what we actually do,” Jordyn said.

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Digging even deeper for the Digger deeds AS Anzac Day approached Ocean Grove RSL members were encouraging the community to support local veterans by buying a badge.

Brad Clarke and Russell Denhert were two of the members who sold badges in The Terrace in the lead-up to the national commemorations.

“The RSL supports many different veterans and it’s the only real fund-raiser we have,” he said.

“We’ve got to make sure we commemorate and remember what all veterans have done for us.”

Mr Clarke and Mr Denhert were two of the younger RSL members selling badges around town.

Mr Clarke was in Royal Australian Armoured Corps for 30 years and served in Iraq from 2007 to 2008.

He has lived in Ocean Grove for seven years and is still in the Army Reserve.

Mr Denhert was in the Army Reserve and served for AFP in East Timor in 2000 and 2006, as a UN policeman.

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Open house for us all Fankhauser said anyone was welcome to attend the classes, which will range from core strength and gentle exercise, to chess and mah-jong.

“We invite you all to come along and help us celebrate Neighbourhood House Week,” Bree said.

“We will also be thanking

all our volunteers for their help over the past year.”

The week includes a free morning tea on 12 May, from 10am to 11am.

Registrations are required for catering and class sizes.

Those interested in attending are asked to notify the centre before Thursday 5 May.

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I WAS obviously disappointed when council was dismissed. There were several projects and programs that I had hoped to deliver over the coming year that may now not come to fruition. I had already announced my intention to stand down at the council elections later this year and had been working on an exit strategy. That included coaching my replacement, a wonderful local woman who will make an amazing councillor in the future.

There were many highlights during my tenure, especially around the new facilities at Shell Road.

Building the pool and moving the football club to Shell Road had been a focus around Ocean Grove long before my family moved here in 1990. It was fantastic to be able to deliver both projects.

On Friday night I was thrilled to see so many families on Shell Road, using the facilities. Over 250 little footballers and their families engaging in Auskick, with junior netball training and girls soccer games all running at the same time.

I’m proud to say that Shell Road now boasts a pool, skate park, integrated children’s centre, two soccer pitches, cricket nets, a new

neighbourhood centre, four netball courts, new toilets, a playground and the best sporting pavilion that council has ever delivered. Around $30 million of infrastructure, which was badly needed by this growing community. And all under my watch.

As a councillor, I worked alongside so many clever and committed people. Two bear special mention, both women. Kay Rundle, the Council’s CEO when I was first elected, was a standout. In my view council never recovered from her departure.

And Cr Kylie Fisher, a mighty warrior for the northern suburbs.

Her passion and commitment to changing the lives and opportunities for the people that she represented was inspiring. Her support and advocacy for people with disability delivered the National Disability Insurance Scheme to Geelong. Thankfully she will continue to be an advocate for those with disability.

People talk about leaving a legacy. Mine will be the supported accommodation in Draper Street for local young adults with disability. It will keep some of the most

vulnerable people in our community connected to their families and friends in Ocean Grove, where they belong. It’s a project that will truly change lives.

It was a joy and a privilege to represent Ocean Grove for almost 12 years. I have met many residents along my journey, some achieving wonderful things without any fanfare or accolades. Our community is blessed to have so many local heroes.

I plan to continue my advocacy work to support young people, women and the LGBTI community in particular, both locally and at state level. I remain a board member at the Youth Affairs Council Victoria, YouthLaw, Barwon Adolescent TaskForce and Courthouse Youth Arts. And I will remain an activist in the marriage equality debate until equal rights are afforded to all, hopefully without an expensive and divisive plebiscite.

In closing, I thank the Ocean Grove community for their confidence and support. It has been a mighty ride and I wish you well.

- Councillor Jan Farrell

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Our chance to give Barwon South West Homeless Network co-ordinator Andrew Edgar said the campaign would provide essential items for the homeless and raise awareness of their plight.

“If the community assists by donating everyday items, it makes a real difference to those experiencing homelessness in our community,” he said.

The Norlane Lions Club is just one of the groups supporting the event, and club secretary Richard

Walter is co-ordinating its efforts.

Richard asked locals to donate hygiene items, socks, underwear and bedding to the collection point.

“These people experiencing homelessness are like you and I but have just had some bad luck in their lives,” he said.

On any night in Victoria over 20,000 men, women and children don’t have their own bed to sleep in.

At the time of the 2011 census an estimated 105,000 Australians were

homeless, with 45 per cent under 25 years old.

The Road Home has 20 collection points set up in businesses throughout Geelong from now until the end of August.

The campaign will include a “Donate a Can week” between 23 and 27 May. For a list of collection points and more information, visit www.theroadhome.net.au.

The Voice requests locals not to donate any dirty or secondhand items.

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Voice manager Michele Mitten said Ocean Grove has always been really good at giving.

“It’s great to support the homeless, who will be chilly during winter,” she said.

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The move will build on the highly professional and personal approach that is the defining characteristic of both firms, combining input from Michael and Louise King and daughter Beth with Richard Grimmett and Philip Christian from Bellarine Memories.

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“After 10 years of service and entering our second decade on the Bellarine we have turned to another locally-owned funeral firm to help build the business into the future. Kings was our first choice because we share a common ideology about the importance of being local and celebrating memories,” Philip said.

“We are pleased about what this means for our

clients who now have the added benefit of Kings’ chapels and Lyndon Grove reception facilities, as well as access to leading online tributes technology for memory sharing between family and friends near and far.”

Kings Funerals general manager Beth King said this was a very exciting time for the Kings business.

“Richard and Philip are respected within our industry and have strong connections on the Bellarine. We value their input and look forward to building on existing community goodwill,” Beth said.

Committee of Management Vacancies (voluntary positions) Bellarine Police Community Support Register (BPCSR) The BPCSR is a confidential register of personal information that is voluntarily provided by people living on the Bellarine Peninsula, in conjunction with Bellarine Police. It is particularly for those who are older, disabled (of all ages) and/or living alone. It costs nothing to register, just a few moments to complete a Registration Form. Joining the Community Register can provide registrants, their relatives and friends with greater peace of mind.

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Piping Hot Chicken Shop ■ The USA’s Foremost Harmonica Virtuoso, Phil Wiggins with Dom Turner, 26 May. ■ Three Kings, 25 June, $20.

■ Lloyd Spiegel, 1 July, $20.

■ Check www.pipinghotchickenshop.com.au/ upcoming_gigs.html for upcoming gigs.

READING AND WRITING THE SOUL longboarders comp was cancelled last weekend with conditions not suitable. Mick Armstrong took this picture of Ocean Grove Main Beach just 30 minutes before the event was called off.

Barwon Heads Hotel ■ Check http://barwonheadshotel.com.au/ Live_Music.php for upcoming gigs.

■ Wednesdays, Master of Dartness and Poker from 7pm.

■ Thursdays, Trivia Night 7.30pm.

■ Friday Happy Hour, 5pm-7pm, raffle, live music.

■ Live acoustic covers in Bakbar Fridays, 10pm-1am.

■ DJs Saturdays 10pm-1am.

Drysdale Senior Citizens Hall

■ Happy hour 5pm-6pm weekdays (excluding public holidays).

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for all ages. Contact Marg on 5255 1335.

■ Sundays 12.30pm-4.30pm, live music, sensational food and wine. Ph: 5253 3180.

Leopold Hall, Bellarine Highway

■ First Thursday of every month, 10.45am, Morning Melodies.

McGlashan’s Wallington Estate, Swan Bay Road, Wallington

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■ Open weekends and public holidays, 11am5pm, new release wines, gourmet platters and classic car displays. Ph: 5250 5760.

■ Live acoustic music Friday nights, open mic nights Wednesday and Thursday nights. Inquiries 5254 1188. Wednesday to Saturday from 5pm.

■ 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.

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Ocean Grove Scout Hall, The Avenue Ocean Grove

Ocean Grove Callisthenics, Ocean Grove Recreation Hall

■ Wednesday 7pm, 1st/2nd Ocean Grove Scout Group.

■ First Sunday of month, 9am-1pm, OctoberMarch at Kingston Park, Grubb Road, MaySeptember at Bellarine Aquatic and Sports Centre, Shell Road.

■ Calisthenics classes incorporating dance, song, ballet and gymnastics with strength and creativity. 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove Recreation Hall. oceangrovecalisthenics@ gmail.com

Yoga classes in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads

Bellarine Community Farmers’ Market

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■ Third Saturday of month, 9am-1pm, Ocean Grove Park.

Buy Bellarine Produce Barn ■ Tuckerberry Farm, Saturdays and Sundays 9am-3pm.

FOOD/WINE Barwon Heads Community Hall ■ Monthly market, last Saturday of the month, 9am-1pm.

Ocean Grove Library, corner Presidents Avenue and The Avenue.

■ Wednesdays 10.30am - Toddlertime.

■ Thursdays 11.30am, Babytime - Nursery Verses.

■ Mondays 10.30am - Preschool Storytime.

■ Third Tuesday of month 2.30-3.30pm, book chat for adults. Visit www.geelonglibraries. vic.gov.au

FAMILY FUN Koombahla Equestrian Park ■ Tuesday to Friday, after school riding programs special school holiday courses available, phone 5256 2742.

■ Making waves music/poetry arvo every fourth Sunday of the month from 2pm5.30pm.

Ocean Grove Bowling Club

Ocean Grove Park except when taking bus, train or ferry trips. For further information contact Stan 5256 3920 or Helen 0411 534 899.

■ Wednesdays 9am, Volleyball, 9.30am exercises to music for all ages. Contact Marg on 5255 1335.

■ Beginners, Hatha, Vinyas and Svaroopa Yoga. Ph: 0413 955 331 or kerryn@bluewateryoga.org.au ■ Yoga classes. Tuesdays 6pm-7pm, The Pavillion (corner The Avenue and Presidents Avenue), Hatha fusion, beginners welcome.

Contact Charlotte for a free class at info@ theyogabud.com.au, 0431 110 085.

■ Barwon Heads Yoga, classes are across Barwon Heads and Ocean Grove and all under-18s are free. Website: www.barwonheadsyoga.com.au. Contact Rache on 0430 515 424.

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■ Mondays 1.30pm, exercises using chairs

■ Tuesdays 9.30am, meet at the shelter in

Phone Pat 0414 959 248 or Bruce 0407 361 319 or bffa@hotmail.com

meets at St James Church Hall, Collins Street, Drysdale, 2pm-4pm. Guest speaker on varying subjects related to seniors at each meeting. If you are over 50 and would like to make new friends you are welcome to join in.

Contact Jackie on 0439 473 244 for info.

■ Monday 9.15am, gentle exercises to music for 55-plus; 10.15am, gentle exercises to music for 65-plus. Call Marg 5255 1335.

■ Thursday 1pm, Craft Group.

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Bellarine Church of Christ Hall, 17 Tareeda Way, Ocean Grove ■ Last Wednesday of month, chat room, gentle fun activities, make new friends, afternoon tea. Free event from 1.30pm-3.30pm. Inquiries to Neville on 5255 2837.

Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre ■ Program with a range of courses, classes and fun activities. Ph: 5255 4294.

■ Jelly Bean Drama - an educational dramabased program for 3-5 year olds that combines structured dramatic play, movement and music. Fridays 10am-10.45am. Contact OGNC 5255 4294 for bookings. Tutor: Rachael Smith.

HEALTH AND WELL-BEING Ocean Grove Hotel ■ Last Friday of every month 1pm-3pm, Breast Cancer Support Group (lunch and nibbles). Details Julie Rodger 0435 362 573 or julesrodg@gmail.com

Well Women’s Clinics at Ocean Grove, Portarlington and Point Lonsdale ■ Staffed by qualified registered nurses: pap tests, breast health advice and checks, menopause and contraception advice. Appointments (free) phone 5258 0812.

What’s On: phone 5255 3233 or email news@voicegroup.com.au

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, 7pm-9pm, (juniors/seniors) at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone Lyn or Ian Irwin 5256 2242.

Ocean Grove and District Men’s Shed - Monday, Tuesday and Friday, 9am to 3pm - and Wednesday, 9am to noon, 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 959 248 or Bruce on 0407 361 319 or email bffa@hotmail.com Legacy Laurel Group of Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads, 1.30pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Draper Street. Details 5251 2268 or 5154 2873.

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.

Ocean Grove-Surfside Mixed Probus Club, 10.30am Ocean Grove Bowling Club. Fun, fellowship, friendship. Visitors welcome, phone 5255 2074, surfsideprobus.org.au Bellarine Fly Fishing Association, 7.30pm, Shannon Park, Shannon Avenue, Newtown.

Fourth Monday of every month Combined Probus Club of Ocean Grove, 10am, Ocean Grove Golf Club. Friendship is our theme. Phone Marianne Rogan on 5256 1619.

Tuesdays First Tuesday of each month If you are new to the area, or would just like to enjoy some time with other people, we invite you to join us at our Meet ‘n’ Greet Morning Tea. Venue is Springdale Neighbourhood Centre and we get together the first Tuesday of the month at 10.15am to enjoy a cuppa and a chat. There is no charge for this. Further details contact Jackie on 0439 473 244 or just come along on the day.

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 TOWN, 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 for a sing and a laugh. Phone Jo 5254 2670.

Second Tuesday of month National Seniors Bellarine Peninsula Branch

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.

Last Tuesday of every month.

Bellarine for Refugees, Starfish Bakery, Barwon Heads, at 3.45pm. New members always welcome. Any inquiries, Margaret 0419 323 166.

Wednesdays Ocean Grove and District Men’s Shed, 9am to 1pm, 17 Smithton Grove. Phone 0475 418 377. After hours Bruce Ward 5255 8827.

Chord Club - meet to make music: first and third Wednesday of the month, 4pm, at 101 The Terrace, Ocean Grove.

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 Bellarine (Ocean Grove) Parkinson’s Support Group, Church of Christ Hall, Tareeda Way, 1pm-2pm Parkinsong, 2.30pm-4pm Support Group with guest speakers. 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 clubhouse. Phone Peter 0419 782 629.

Ocean Grove Evening VIEW Club, 6.30pm, Ocean Grove Bowling Club. Phone June Hansen 0422 142 882 for information.

Ocean Grove Stamp Club, 10am, Senior Citizens Hall, 101 The Terrace. Phone Dianne 5255 1372.

Last Wednesday of every month Cancer Support Group, 10am, call Jean 5255 3442 or Graeme 5255 3435.

Thursdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 10am to noon, at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone John 5256 2489 or Chris 5256 1996.

First Thursday of every month Ocean Grove Nightlights CWA, 8pm, Ocean Grove Bowling Club. Visitors welcome. Phone Faye 5255 4430.

Saturdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 3pm-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. Details at www.groupspaces.com/coasters-social-group or phone 0411 952 598.

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freetime The Voice guide to arts and entertainment

City meets country in ripper yarn THERE’S more to land than real estate. There’s more to family than DNA. Boy out of the Country is a unique drama written in Australian poetic vernacular reminiscent of Banjo Paterson.

It tunes in to the rhythms of the country to examine relationships and uncover the landscape. It is a play where an old Australia meets a new Australia: where a country cop comes to terms with catchment areas, where a fifth bedroom is more important than a backyard, and where new technologies have the potential to uncover old family secrets.

Featuring a great Australian cast, Jane Clifton, Matt Dyktynski, Amanda La Bonte, Christopher Bunworth and Martin Blum with a musical score composed and performed live by Bang Mango Cools.

The story features a family property, worthless for generations, is suddenly zoned as part of a regional housing estate to accommodate an everincreasing urban sprawl.

At this moment of shifting economies and loyalties, Hunter returns from a seven-year absence.

Finding his boyhood house boarded up and his mother in a retirement home, Hunter goes in search of answers. And he starts with his brother Gordon.

The Age said: “A play infused with the vitality of Aussie idiom and melodrama that crackles with understatement and wit", and Australian Stage said: “The story develops like a watercolour painting, adding depth and colour in subtle layers that slowly reveal a more intricate picture in a wholly gratifying way. It is sharp, canny and astute, but it is also very funny".

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Get moving on ways to spoil Mum EVERYONE loves their mum.

And this Mother’s Day is a perfect chance to spoil your mum. There are so many ways to spoil mum from breakfast in bed, to lavish gifts, to a slap-up lunch or dinner or just a simple bunch of flowers.

Or if she’s the fitness type, Curves Drysdale has completed its second 12-week challenge of which the ladies have lost over 110kg and two

thirds of that in body fat. The 12-week challenge program not only includes achieving four workouts per week, but also offers group coaching sessions, a monthly one-on-one session with a Curves coach and participating in weekly challenges such as creating and sharing a new healthy recipe which fits with the healthy eating plan.

Last year Curves Australia winner Tanya Havelberg from local club

Curves Drysdale, won out of over 200 ladies Australia-wide. Her transformation was a family affair. Her whole family has benefited from a healthier lifestyle. Tanya’s routine of working out four times per week along with walking that included 10,000 steps daily.

The next Curves 12-week Curvette Body Challenge starts again on 1 June.

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Good sports at St Leonards DID you know that St Leonards has a rich sporting history?

The cricket club was established in 1947. Competing in the Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association, the club reached its peak in 2003/04 when it won the A Grade premiership, but the club drifted into decline and only fielded one team (a D Grade side) in 2008.

The rebirth of the club began and last season it fielded three sides (one in C Grade where it made the grand final and two in D Grade). The club hopes to progress to a B Grade next season with the aim of re-entering A Grade at some stage in the future.

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town are bowls, yachting, golf, tennis and soccer in which the Bellarine Sharks won the premiership in 2008.

St Leonards had an Australian Rules football club from 1985 to 1991 in the Bellarine league but moved to the Geelong District League, and is now disbanded. Portarlington added the St Leonards name for the 1996/97 seasons, but reverted back to their original name in 1998.

And then of course there’s the fishing - with the bay considered one of the best spots for catching snapper and the pier is the spot to catch squid.

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Sliders from this area open out to a secluded courtyard area where you can imagine enjoying your BBQ in privacy.

Other features include 2 bathrooms and a powder room, split systems on each floor and double garaging. Park up the vehicles and take a stroll to your local cafe or spot on the beach.

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Sightings in the season of change barbaric and cruel ‘sport’.

I received a message from David and Christine who live in old Ocean Grove, that they had musk lorikeets in their magnificent 150-year-old yellow gum tree in their back yard. Musk lorikeets are very pretty birds, in that they are mostly green, with a yellow patch at the side of the breast, a bright red forehead, and a blue crown. Musk lorikeets are nomadic, and they travel widely in search of flowering trees and fruit.

I had a wonderful day at Western Treatment Plant last week on one of the beautiful, still, clear autumn days. I was lucky to see an Australasian bittern, as it flew out of some high reeds by the side of the road.

At first I thought that the bird was a swamp harrier, due to the yellowish legs and light brown feather colour. Then it turned and I saw the streaked brown underparts and the long beak, and instantly knew the bird was a bittern.

I had to stop the car and try and take a photo while the bird flew behind the car, and managed a feeble snap before it disappeared. At least the photo proved the identity of the bird, which was wonderful.

I saw many great birds at WTP including wood sandpipers, black-tailed Gogwits, white-winged black terns, and

three magnificent brolgas.

I also had a lovely ramble in the Ocean Grove Nature Reserve and saw half a dozen male flame robins. Some female flame robins had been seen at the reserve since John Sharp spotted them on 28 March, and now the males have joined them.

In winter, flame robins move from mountainous areas to lower and more open areas, and some Tasmanian birds move to the mainland.

Male flame robins have a bright orange breast and throat, and are white on the lower belly and undertail. The top of their head and back is dark slate grey and there is a clear white stripe on the folded wing.

The male flame robin looks very similar to another bird I saw an Anglesea Heath last week, which is a scarlet robin.

I thought I’d put photos of both birds for comparison. The main difference between the two species is that the male scarlet robin has a larger white patch above the bill.

If you are interested in some organised birdwatching activities, you can check out the calendar of events run by Bellarine Birdlife, at http://birdlife.org. au/locations/birdlife-bellarinepeninsula – Jen Carr (jennifer.carr6@bigpond.com)

We conserve, present and enhance the natural & developed coastal environs for the enjoyment and use of all

BARWON COAST Barwon Coast is a Committee of Management appointed by the State Government with responsibility for the management of 13km of coastal crown land from 7W Collendina to 42W Blue Rocks, Barwon Heads covering our beautiful beaches in Ocean Grove, Barwon Heads and 13thBeach.

Our Committee members are local residents appointed with consideration of the skills and experience that they have to offer in the management of this important piece of coastline.

OCEAN GROVE SURF BEACH COMPLEX Barwon Coast continue to work with the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club to finalise the plans for the redevelopment of the building. The redevelopment of the SLSC And The Dunes café is considered a high priority project and all efforts are being made to finalise the redevelopment plans as soon as is possible; when finalised redevelopment timelines will be established so that work can begin at the earliest opportunity for all concerned.

DUNES CAFE The Dunes restaurant located, at Surf Beach Road, Ocean Grove VIC 3226, is a Crown land facility leased by the Land Manager, Barwon Coast Committee of Management Inc. on behalf of the State of Victoria, to lessees, The Beach Cafe Company Pty Ltd, registered in Geelong, Victoria.

The lessee has requested that at the expiration of the current lease in 2017 a new 21 year Crown land (Reserves) Act 1978 lease be directly awarded to The Beach Cafe Company Pty Ltd. Crown land policy allows a Land Manager to treat directly with an incumbent lessee subject to meeting certain economic and prudential tests. Through this Notice the Committee seeks any feedback from the public in regard to this re-leasing proposal.

All submissions should be either mailed to the General Manager, Barwon Coast, C/- P.O. Barwon Heads Vic 3227 or via email to: admin@barwoncoast.com.au by close of business on Friday 6th of May 2016 All submissions shall be treated in the strictest confidence.

BARWON HEADS SEAWALL & PROMENADE The seawall, promenade and new handrail are almost finished. By the ANZAC Day long weekend the area will be open for public access and will only require a temporary closure the following week for final touches to the hand rail and a final coat of paint.

Barwon Coast is very pleased with how the finished work is looking and congratulate our contractors Elstone Diving Services for the attention to detail throughout the life of this project. Also for their ability to work with the public and campers at the Barwon Heads Caravan Park through some very busy periods.

We are confident that visitors to this very popular part of our coast will be able to enjoy and appreciate the facility for many years to come.

MOUNTAIN TO MOUTH – Geelong’s 80km Extreme Arts Walk - 6-7 May 2016 M~M is on again this year starting at the You Yangs on 6th May and finishing at Barwon Heads 7pm on 7th May. To register to take part in this extreme walk event, please email carolinem@karingal.org.au or phone 52222 1484.

PARK SMART Thieves everywhere are opportunistic, and our coastal reserves are no different.

Prevent becoming a statistic down the coast, protect yourselves and your valuables by locking your cars, removing your valuables or be prepared to lose them.

NEW WEBSITE FOR BARWON COAST Barwon Coast website has been redeveloped with lots of news and educative topics. Please take a look

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at our new site which we hope will assist you in making decisions when frequenting the beaches of Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads.

Check us out at www.barwoncoast.com.au DOG ON BEACHES From the 1st of February ‘Dogs on Leash’ are allowed in a number of areas where access is prohibited over the busy summer period.

However a reminder to dog owners, that we are experiencing numerous dogs off-leash within leashed zones.

Please be mindful that our dog control orders are in place for all to enjoy this special place and to protect natural values including wildlife. Dogs along the Barwon estuary and from 13W to 20W must be on a leash at all times until the 1st May. Please remember the Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary is a No Dog zone all year round. Penalties do apply.

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THE autumn weather has been just perfect for anything, although particularly great for getting out and about around the Bellarine and Geelong.

There has been a little rain, but not nearly enough.

Speaking of rain, I was surprised to almost squash a huge 'rain moth’ or ‘Trictena atripalpi’ at the petrol station in Drysdale, that was on the ground near my car. The moth was almost the size of a sparrow, and when I picked it up, it it took up the entire palm of my hand.

The wingspan of these moths can reach a whopping 16cm.

The caterpillars of rain moths live in tunnels in the ground, where they feed on the roots of native trees. The moths tend to be seen around the time of a major downpour in the area.

As I popped the rain moth a tree away from the petrol station I thought to myself that the moth would make a very tasty treat for a hungry bird and wished it luck.

One of the best bird observations I have made this fortnight was seeing the really impressive sign on the Bellarine Highway that gives a very strong antiduck shooting message.

Yahoo! I hope that this inspires many people to add their voice to the growing numbers of people who are against this

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The best bistro in the business CLUB Grove is officially the best bistro in country Victoria.

Club Grove tied with Traralgon Bowls Club for the award at a ceremony with over 400 hopeful finalists and support staff joined with sponsors, industry heavyweights and government ministers.

It was a celebration of the ongoing efforts and generosity of clubs with the prizes going to a spread of 28 excellent clubs from all over the state, after a record number of entries.

CCV – the peak body that services not-forprofit and licensed venues hosted the awards

night, with some of the industry’s biggest names recognising outstanding achievements across 30 different categories.

Doing the honors on stage were Channel 7’s Jacqueline Felgate and the renowned MC Sam Kekovich.

Club Grove is a popular local venue and with good reason. With great, reasonably priced food and an extensive drinks list, Club Grove continues to excel in good old country dining and entertainment.

Drop in at 18 The Terrace, Ocean Grove. Call on 5255 1540 or visit online clubgrove.com.au

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Rewarding win to Waves SURFSIDE WAVES SOCCER CLUB ROUND 3 Women’s Division 1 Drysdale 0 lost to Surfside 2 WAVES got control of the game early on, playing great football rewarded in the 26th minute with a superb through ball from Cath Sattler to Alexis Pearson who finished with great composure. Waves were playing the ball out from the back, led initially by Emma Riley at sweeper, who played with confidence all game. Maddie Hill joined in and took the sweeper role with her usual calmness supported by a brilliant Neisha Pearson. Allana Gilbee started up front working hard, but was struggling with blisters and had to come off. Waves were light on for numbers, but Faye Kendall continues to impress in her first season and the midfield is beginning to gel with the strong Gina Murphy, the tireless Jordan Tabakovic and Sattler starting to link up. Waves sealed the game in the 75th minute with speedster Steffi Wallace latching on to another beautiful through ball from Sattler. Jas Pickett gave her usual solid performance and Madi Wilding was strong again with a couple of important saves and good distribution. Indiah Van Galen came on not fully fit, but played her role. Waves had several more chances during the game and never really looked troubled.

Surfside 0 lost to Deakin Ducks 5 The first home game under lights turned out to be a tough night at the office. Deakin fielded a very strong side that caused problems the whole game.

Waves still continued to try to play football, from Madi Wilding in goal, kicking accurately to her outfield players, through the back line Maddie Hill strong as sweeper supported by Emma Riley, Jas Pickett reliable as ever, Kate Elstone on the left had a good game.

In the first half Waves tended to drop back as the Deakin team pressed to try to limit the damage, with GIna Murphy, Cath Sattler and Jordan Tabakovic running hard in midfield and Indiah Van Galen and Lexi Pearson on the wings supporting the full backs. Faye Kendall started up front then moved on the the wing. Steffi Wallace joined the game on the wing again supporting the full backs and Neisha Pearson stepped into the defence and acquitted herself well. Allana Gilbee came on and played well initially as holding striker,

Zoe Evans in full stride. 152955

Tamsyn Staehr and Milly Patista lock horns. 152955 then dropped into midfield to help out.

Teagan Cope-Proctor and Edyn McInnes battle it out in the girls Under 14 match between the two Surfside Waves teams.

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Cath Sattler gets her head to the ball during the match against Deakin. 153314 Picture: PATRICK CALLOW. The Waves held their shape much better in the second half even though the players were tiring. The team simply came up against a better side, but the players never dropped their heads.

Under 13 boys, Surfcoast 5 def Surfside 1 Surf Coast dominated the possession for much of the first half and made the most of their wind advantage, punching through mostly the middle of the defence to score. Surfside started enthusiastically but weren’t able to pass the ball off more quickly than the Surf Coast boys could chase them down. There was an improvement this week, with following the ball af-

Daisy Perley in action. 152955 ter kicking it, but the Waves boys may need to raise their awareness of each other - no need to crowd the ball but rather spread out and provide potential pass clearings. Waves were down 0-4 at half-time but with the wind at their backs in the second half, gained confidence and possession of the ball; most of the play was in their half and Xavier Ryan managed to get Surfside on the board.

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Good results for junior Cobras UNDER 9s OGCC Red (63) vs Torquay Grossman (13).

THE boys had their second win of the season this week. There was some excellent passages of team play and the tackling was a highlight of the game.

OGCC Orange (54) vs South Barwon Blue (22). A win led by captain George Every. Byron Hansford was great in the forward line creating pressure with marking and team work.

Phoenix Day contributed with awesome tackling and bringing his team mates into the game. Another player to contribute with strong marking and long straight kicking was Noah Leske.

OGCC White (18) vs Drysdale Whitten (22).

OGCC Blue (65) vs South Barwon White (0).

Another great performance by the Under 9 Blues. The boys have shown us something special each week so far and this week was no exception. Standout skill this week was tackling. The club team selection and rotation policy is clearly working.

UNDER 10s OGCC Orange (52) vs Leopold Bews (58).

The Cobra boys were outstanding all game consolidating what they have learnt at training. A few more seconds on the clock and the game could have ended in a deserved draw. Awards to

Tom Buttler and Zac Mifsud in action.

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Jack Every, Jayden Pickett, Mikani Storey and Josh Davitt.

OGCC Blue (39) vs Torquay Shearer (30).

Henry Wood, Kai Caligari, Jackson Stephenson and Oliver Kristapson were the award winners.

UNDER 12s OGCC Blue (89) vs Newcomb (44).

Charlie Mahoney one of the standouts with some great action in his new helmet. Tom Gross had a strong game through the centre and ruck and Preston Rokesky earnt an award for his determination and courage. Special

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OGCC Orange (102) vs Lara Hume (7).

Dylan Grace along with Noah Collins led their Orange team superbly to a massive win. Stand out midfielders Nick Gibbon, Zac Mifsud, Taj Wirth along with Ryan Drinkwater and Will Irwin moved that ball super quickly to the forward line where Riley Hynson along with Josh Giblin put it to bed.

Awards to Tyson Garner, James Dean, Ryan Drinkwaterand Will Stute.

OGCC White (29) vs Leopold Dowsett (17).

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OGCC Red (69) vs Torquay Coleman (30).

UNDER 14s OGCC 1 (19) vs Drysdale Taylor (81).

Austin Hamilton and Bryce Dunell were dominant in the back half, Jules Bond and Phoenix Bowers worked tirelessly around the packs and pushed the ball forward. Luke Kapitelli made the most of his opportunities.

OGCC 2 (7) vs Belmont Lions (97).

With captain for the day in Beau

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Allen working hard around the contests plus super efforts by Jack Fox and Jonah Wheeler in the middle and also Brad Beckwith down back the boys can be proud of their effort on what was a tough day. Encouragement awards to Jack Fox, Jonah Wheeler, Charlie Every and Oscar Price.

OGCC 3 (37) vs Lara 3 (17).

With the determination in the group building, lead by some very strong play and tackles from Brodie Muscat and Cooper Falconer, the Cobras were able to secure the win. Goals to Jai Harrison-Roberts, Eoin McNolty, Flynn Ness and Saxon Copeland.

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Top results for young sports OCEAN Grove Barwon Heads Little Athletics Club held its end-ofseason presentation recently.

Winners of this year’s club athletes were the brother and sister duo of Joshua Payne (under-10) and Michaela Payne (under-9).

Joshua Payne also had a bountiful night at the Geelong Region Little Athletics presentation night, winning (in the Little Athletics Category - age under-8 to under-11) the best hurdler award, best jumper award, won his under-10 age group, won the most personal bests in his under-10 age group, and then took out the under-8 to under-11 Little Athlete of the Year.

Around 70 youngsters competed on a regular basis for the club at Landy Field in Geelong each Saturday morning. Little Athletics is a popular organisation with up to 1000 youngsters gracing Landy Field each weekend from October to March. Registrations for next season will commence in September and anyone interested in joining in on the fun of Little Athletics can contact Matthew Payne on 0404 231 125 or check out www.ogbhlac.org.au, http://geelonglac.com. au/ and http://geelonglac.com.au/ wp-content/uploads/2015/09/20152016-TRACK-AND-FIELD-CALENDAR.pdf

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Awards day for club Nippers OCEAN Grove Surf Life Saving Club held its junior Nipper presentation day earlier this month.

Enthusiastic Nippers, supportive parents, coaches, team managers and Nipper volunteers were in attendance at the end of season awards day on Sunday 10 April.

In other club news, Ocean Grove SLSC was awarded with the Life Saving Victoria Champion Club of the year award for 2015.

Outgoing Ocean Grove SLSC junior activities manager Scott McNaughton was presented with the state award from Life Saving Victoria.

State honour: Club junior activities manager Scott McNaughton with Ocean Grove SLSC's Life Saving Victoria Champion Club of the Year award for 2015.

Leading Nipper stars: Under-13 club champions Tim Hannan and Lexie McNaughton with their awards.

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Bird family award: Under-9 runner-up Luke Bird (left) and under-12 club champion Marcus Bird (right) with sister Grace.

Star pair: Under-13 Club Champion Lexie McNaughton, left, and runner-up Erica Crawford.

Fabulous three: Under-12 competitors, from left: runner-up Piper McNaughton-King, equal club champion Jemima Asher (equal with Kiralee Collings, not pictured) and Olivia Ball, who won most improved Nipper award.

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Junior Hawks in the thick of it DRYSDALE Humphrey under12s enjoyed a big win against Ocean Grove Collendina Cobras Orange.

The young Hawks won 16.18 to 1.0.

Drysdale Taylor lost to Lara by 68 points.

In the under-16 grading game, Drysdale Wilson defeated St Albans Osborne by 61 points. Liam Cosford was best afield with Digby Ford not far behind for the Hawks while Tom Randone booted four goals. Drysdale Scott lost to Bell Park by 36 points, but lifted in the second half to be very competitive.

In the under-14s grading, Drysdale Taylor enjoyed a massive win against Barwon Heads.

Alex Bonner kicked nine goals in the 24.20 to 1.0 win while Ben Crombie booted five. Corey Parnell and Bayley Sykes were good players all day.

St Mary’s was too good for Drysdale McIntyre with Joseph Brown and David Hackney played good games. Drysdale McKeon fared much better, beating Geelong West St Peter's by 53 points with Will McKeon, Lachlan Durbridge and Tess Craven starring and George Christofi booting three majors.

In the under-10s, Drysdale Taylor scraped home by five points against Lara while in the under-9s, Torquay was too strong for the young Hawks.

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Taylor Foley and Toby Gill fly for the ball. 152954

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A mad rush for the ball in the Drysdale vs Ammos game. 152957

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Hawks upstage Amateur

SCOREBOARD SENIORS DRYSDALE 11.21.87 GEELONG AMATEUR 11.9.75 Drysdale Goals: J. Kiddle 4, J. Wilson 2, D. Jull, S. Edwards, A. Nolan, M. McGuire, K. Davis.

Best: D. Jull, M. McGuire, A. Nolan, B. Ryan, N. Malcher, E. Hill.

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change except for the quarter-time break.

It was a day to savour for Hawks’ supporters after Drysdale defeated Geelong Amateur by 40 points in the reserves grade curtainraiser.

Drysdale kept Amateur goalless for the entire match.

Final scores were Drysdale 6.12 to Geelong Amateur 0.8.

Hawk pair Rhys Humpage and Simon Scott both kicked two goals apiece.

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DRYSDALE produced arguably the upset of 2016 when it upstaged BFL reigning premier Geelong Amateur on Saturday 16 April.

The home side went into the game as rank outsiders with a 0-3 record against the highly fancied Amateur.

The inaccurate Hawks kicked 11.21 to defeat Geelong Amateur 11.9.

Incoming Drysdale captain Daniel Jull, who kicked one goal, was named best afield in the 12-point win at Mortimer Oval.

New Hawk forward Jakob Kiddle continued his consistent start to 2016 and bagged four majors, while team-mate Jake Wilson kicked two goals.

In a tight and close game, Drysdale led at every

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Ammos bring the firepower DRYSDALE is knocking on the door of the top four of the Bellarine Netball League despite losing to Geelong Amateur in the A Grade game last weekend.

The Hawks lost to the Ammos 51 to 32 and sat in sixth position before Monday’s Anzac Day clash against Portarlington. Gina MacLeod, Hannah Kennedy and Rebecca Blair tried their best to stem the tide, but Ammos were too good.

In B Grade, Ammos beat Drysdale by 35 goals, but the Hawks played a good last quarter to match it with their highly rated opponents.

Chloe Davis, Pru Laws and Somer Peters were best on court.

C Grade sat in sixth before Monday’s game after losing to Ammos by 28 goals. After an even first term, the Ammos proved too strong with Jessican Arnott, Anna Oliver and Sarah Reyment playing well.

In D Grade, Drysdale suffered an agonising two-goal defeat to Ammos. Scores were locked at 13 apiece at the final change, but Ammos ran out winners with Mary Pepyat, Holly Roskosch and Natasha Elliston trying hard for the Hawks.

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Goal attack Chloe Davis puts the Hawks on the scoreboard.

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Hawk escape: Drysdale’s Taylor Bonner feeds out the handball during his side’s win over Amateur. 152957 Picture: JAMIE CULLUM

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DRYSDALE produced the upset of the Bellarine Football League season with a stirring win against powerhouse Geelong Amateur.

The previously winless Hawks stunned the reigning premier with a superb display to run out winners by 12 points, having 12 more scoring shots than Ammos.

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