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No cash here By JUSTIN FLYNN AN initiative by Bellarine Police to help local traders prevent the recent plague of shop break-ins on The Terrace was launched in Ocean Grove. The Terrace has been hit hard by a spate of break-ins during the past few months, but Bellarine Police Station Commander Shane Madigan believes a few simple precautions will go a long way to discouraging potential thieves. Police are encouraging local business owners to display a ‘No Cash Left on Premises’ sign on their shop windows and to display their empty till at the front door while closed. “We’re getting this ‘no cash on premises’ to happen and to try and get our traders to commit to it,” Senior Sargeant Madigan said. Leading Senior Constable Andrew King said the recent break-ins were a timely reminder for local traders to be more pro-active. “Too many traders make themselves soft targets,” he said. “The idea of the till-at-the-door is a reminder to them (thieves) that there is nothing here and it’s not worth your time even bothering.” Local traders were called to arms by Ocean Grove Business Association president Ty Simons. “This tactic works for Pakington Street traders, but unfortunately those who do not leave there drawers out are still targeted,” he said. “We can only stop these burglaries if we put on a united front.” Adele Pattison, from Ian Pattison Jewellers, said the initiative was a great idea. “I was really impressed with the solidarity in the street and it’s going to make a huge impact, hopefully,” she said. Stacey Moore, of Bookgrove, said she had never been broken into and had put her empty till out the moment she started her business seven years ago.
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CCTV election pledge By LUKE VOOGT LOCAL traders may have finally won their battle for CCTV in The Terrace, with Corangamite MP Sarah Henderson making an election promise for new cameras. Ms Henderson announced the $60,000 commitment on 11 June at Cleo Fine Jewellery, which was targeted by burglars last year. She praised the Ocean Grove Business Association (OGBA) for its advocacy and application for funding and said she had “hammered” Justice Minister Michael Keenan for the money. “We need to make sure a Turnbull Government will commit this money regardless of whether the application succeeds,” she said. “CCTV can play a vital role in not only deterring crime, but helping police catch offenders.”
OGBA president Ty Simons said footage from a shopfront in The Terrace had helped police arrest a suspect from the most recent spate of burglaries. “People will feel safer knowing that someone is watching them,” he said. “CCTV is a good deterrent for thieves who have been making us a bit of target lately. It’s been too easy for people to come from out of town and take what they like.” Mr Simons welcomed the announcement, after previous applications for CCTV to the State Government had gone unanswered. Ms Henderson also pledged $60,000 for CCTV in Barwon Heads. Labor Corangamite candidate Libby Coker said the State Government had provided more than 400 new police officers across Victoria, as
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Ty Simons and Helen Butteriss from the Ocean Grove Business Association, Corangamite MP Sarah Henderson and Cleo Fine Jewellery owners Andrew and Donna Nicolls. 155458 well as investing $596m to deal with gang-related and family violence. “I will work with Victoria’s Police Minister and Member for Bel-
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Stuart’s set to stomp it up STUART Somerville noticed the kilos starting to creep back on and decided that he needed a goal to get back into shape. The 65-year-old Ocean Grover started walking and then realised he wanted to up the ante and registered for the Stadium Stomp MCG. The 'stomp’ is a gruelling 7300-step stair-climbing event held at the iconic MCG and Stuart is ready for the challenge. “I used to run a lot of marathons, probably 12 or 13, and was 67kg," he said. “I didn’t look after myself and then started walking every day with a good friend of mine - Steve Bent-
ley. He said 'why don’t you do the stomp’ and I realised I needed to set myself some goals so I entered." Stuart has been using the stairs at the lookout in Ocean Grove as his training base and is looking forward to the challenge. “I needed a goal so it gives me something to train for," he said. “I’m just going to do it at my own pace and if I do alright I might look at the Eureka." Stuart’s father is a sprightly 92 and he said he wanted to be around as long as him. “He still plays golf and you wouldn’t know he was 92," he said. “For me it’s about mental happiness as well. If you are physically
well, the chances of being mentally well are increased." The Stadium Stomp is now in its fourth year and supports the Leukaemia Foundation, and participants will climb up, down and around the bays of the MCG on a course set to music that is expected to take anywhere from 40 to 120 minutes to complete depending on the fitness level of each participant. The full course will comprise of a lap of level one and a lap of level four before running a full lap of the oval to finish. There is also a half course option - a lap of level one and the lap of the oval. The event is on Sunday 26 June and to donate, head to www.eurekaclimb.com.au/charity-partners/
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SEVERAL hundred homeless people are freezing each night in Geelong, with temperatures approaching zero. But a man from Ocean Grove is working to change that. Steve Neville - who was homeless himself launched the “Homeless Portable Bed Project” in May, to provide portable camping beds for rough sleepers. “I thought there’s got to be something I can do which really makes a difference - that nobody else is doing,” he said. “It’s about getting them off the ground and out of the cold and the wet. You’d be surprised how appreciative they are.” Steve hopes providing bedding for rough sleepers can have positive “ripple” effects, like
freeing up money for other homelessness services. For example, he said, it could help reduce ambulance callouts for people getting sick due to the cold. Steve was homeless from the age of 16, living in hostels and on the streets of Melbourne for several years. He became addicted to heroin - although he’s been clean for the last 12 years. “It was an absolute downward spiral,” he said. It was two years in jail in 2002 - for non-violent thefts - which Steve said helped him beat his addiction and transform his life. Steve said his project had drawn the attention of homelessness advocates in WA, SA and the UK. To support Steve’s project, visit https://www. gofundme.com/homelessportablebe
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Tickled pink by cash AFTER smashing its fund-raising record for a Pink Day, the Ocean Grove Netball Club donated a whopping $5709.50 to breast cancer support groups this month. The club presented $5009.50 to local Breast Cancer Network Australia representative Julie Rodger, along with $700 to Knitted Knockers on 9 June. “The support for of the locals and sponsors for the event was just wonderful,” Julie said. Julie was thrilled to accept “the biggest cheque (she) had ever seen”, saying it would support families across the Bellarine and Australia fighting breast cancer. “I was just annoyed they wouldn’t let me take the big cheque to the bank,” she joked. Organiser Tahlia Sinnott said about 280 people attended this year, smashing last year’s amount of about $2200. “Lots of local mums came throughout the day,” she said. “When we were selling tickets it wasn’t just one person - it was
Local Pink Day record: Tony Potter, Tahlia Sinnott, Julie Rodger, Gill Hodgson and Paul Sinnott whole friendship groups.” The day was a total club effort, with juniors and senior players pro-
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By LUKE VOOGT BURGLARIES have increased by 71 per cent in Ocean Grove since April 2011, according to the latest statistics released by Crime Statistics Agency Victoria. The statistics record the offenses committed each 12 months from April to March. Burglaries again increased in 2016 by 11 per cent from 2015, with aggravated burglaries making up the majority of this increase.
There were nine aggravated burglaries by March, compared to two for the same period in 2015. Non-aggravated burglaries remained level in that time. State Police Minister Lisa Neville said the Bellarine community deserved to feel safe. “These latest crime statistics clearly show we face a number of law and order challenges,” she said. Ms Neville said her government had funded extra police and measures to prevent crime. She
praised the work of police and community groups. “Local police, combined with specialist taskforces, have been able to make a number of arrests over a recent spate of burglaries in Ocean Grove. They’re getting on top of this.” Justice procedure offences, relating to bail and breaches of court orders, increased by 60 per cent last year and have tripled since April 2011. The State Opposition recently criticised the government for wanting to “water down” the Bail Act.
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Kebab shop grief By LUKE VOOGT OCEAN Grove kebab lovers are mourning loss of Pabs Kebabs after the store closed last month. Paolo Pighin was forced to close his store on 30 May after overheads and rent became too expensive. He leased the large shop - which has a high rent compared to some nearby - with the intention to expand his menu. “You can’t make millions just selling lamb and chicken kebabs,” he said. “I could have gotten a smaller shop on the main street and it would have been cheaper.” However, a business arrangement - which the Voice has chosen not to disclose - fell through, meaning Paolo was unable to add items to his menu. Paolo said he could have started a kebab shop in his home town of Altona Meadows, but had
wanted to move to the coast. In his two years at Pabs Kebabs, he said, Ocean Grove residents had been as friendly and welcoming as he had hoped. “I had a great time and I knew all my customers by name,” he said. “I enjoyed every bloody moment of it.” One resident sorry to see the store go is Lindsay Williams, who would go there each Sunday for a kebab. “I’m very sad to hear Pabs Kebabs is closing,” he said. “They had great food and friendly workers.” But for stricken kebab connoisseurs, there’s still a chance Paolo might come back. He tentatively discussed getting a smaller store, or even a food truck. “I want to try to get back there as soon as I can,” he said.
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Impressive new clubrooms sketchings SKETCHINGS for Ocean Grove Tennis Club’s proposed new clubrooms have been unveiled. DE atelier Architects is currently working with Ocean Grove Tennis Club (OGTC) on its Master Plan and Clubroom redevelopment. DE atelier Architects has undertaken extensive member and community consultation, working with the committee to survey the club’s membership, undertaking workshops and presentation of final redevelopment
master plan to members. Particular focus for the redevelopment has included development of plans to ensure access for all throughout the facilities can be readily achieved including upgrading of access to the playing areas to provide unrestricted access. The committee has expressed a need to ensure that the design factors in risks associated with vandalism and takes into consideration ongoing maintenance.
The use of rough sawn timber battens to the painted external brick provides an attractive upgrade to this prominent public facade while reducing risks associated with vandalism. It is hoped that the upgrade will be completed within the next 18 months to two years if funds for the development can be secured. The club is in a position to fund 40 per cent of the overall cost and is looking to receive further government and community support to deliver the project.
POLICE arrested five youths after a break in at the Ocean Grove campus of Bellarine Secondary College. Police allege the boys - aged 14 to 15 - forced a window in a portable building on 10 June, about 10.30pm. Bellarine police Senior Sergeant Shane Madigan said the youths set off an alarm and police caught them hiding in a portable building soon after. Sen Sgt Madigan said police have since processed the youths.
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Candidates make their Alan Barron Family First CURRENT free trade agreements place enormous strain on local manufacturing and some modifications are needed to protect Aussie jobs. We support a minimum price for milk and a milk levy to help farmers remain viable. Family First believes the science on climate change is not settled. We are opposed to any form of carbon tax, ETS and we would disband the renewable energy targets. Family First would stop wasting taxpayers’ money on renewable energy projects such as wind warms and cut solar subsidies to both domestic and commercial applications. Family First does not favour at this stage any change to the constitution in respect of Aboriginal recognition. Family First stands for the traditional understanding of marriage and will vote against any attempt to change the definition of marriage between a man and a woman. Immigration levels should be temporarily reduced to a maximum of 50,000 per year for the next five years. The purpose of this would be to stabilise housing prices by taking the pressure off demand, and hopefully reduce prices. As we know, many companies and multi-nationals freely move vast amounts of money in and out of Australia. Thanks to various mechanisms, big companies like Google and others escape paying tax on revenue earned in Australia.
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JOBS and the high cost of living are the most important issues for Ocean Grove. There are signs that the economy and job market in the region have collapsed. Increasing numbers of empty shops and a growing army of jobless at the Centrelink are a worrying testimony to this. These signs have worsened under the current government. Manufacturing is a crucial mass employer but is relocating to low-wage nations due to ever-reducing tariffs. Both major parties have identical bipartisan policies of tariff reductions. The cost of living is the world’s highest due to a huge increase in our population from middle class immigration that has not been met by an adequate release of land for new housing. These areas are also governed by bipartisan policies. Many in Ocean Grove are set to lose their jobs but will still be faced with huge costs especially mortgages and rents which they simply will not be able to pay. It’s then they notice how strong the laws are regarding asset seizures by the banks, the tax office and the council. They are being squeezed in a threeway vice and denied a choice by policies that are never discussed.
THE Liberal Democrats are Australia’s only registered political party standing for low tax, smaller government, free markets and individual liberty. We’re a party with concrete values that believes in common sense policies. Many Australians are saying the system isn’t working and that we need change. The Liberal Democrats are the only party that offers real change to the whole system. Our policies could change at our tax system, our drug laws, assisted suicide laws, foreign policy, speeding laws, national parks access and gun laws to name a few. In Australia there is a general movement away from the major parties, vote Liberal Democrats and we will work to protect your super and lower your tax burden.
I ASKED myself after three weeks of this election campaign what’s going to change the ‘opposition for opposition’s sake’ culture of politics? The black hats versus whites hats, bipolar political reactivity rather than assessing the merits of policy based on our nation interest and global obligations. That question and the stifling bias of self-interest created by political donations from unions or corporations disenfranchise the public. It’s undemocratic and must end if we are going to have government the leads and achieves. I also found myself politically marooned. Like so many people l talk to, I want to decarbonise our economy and capitalise on the commercial opportunities it will create. People know that business profits create tax revenue that pays for services from our first world government. Not the other way around. Neither the Coalition, ALP or Greens have a practical human solutions for those languishing in indefinite asylum.
I HAVE lived in Aireys Inlet for 30 years and am passionate about this region and the people who live here. I have been a mayor and councillor with the Surf Coast Shire across the past eight years. I have raised my two children here. I have worked in Corangamite as a teacher, journalist and small businesses owner. I want to fight for a fairer and stronger community in: Job creation and protection of penalty rates. Health, protection of Medicare and affordable doctor’s visits and medicines. Quality education for all children, better resources and more support for teachers in schools. Guaranteed funding of TAFE, support for apprentices with re-investment in your tools for trade, $3000, and ensuring universities are not deregulated by the Liberals leading to $100,000 degrees. A Shorten Labor Government is committed to reducing our impact on the environment with our pledge that 50 per cent of all energy will come not from fossil fuels, but from renewable energy sources, by 2030. Coastal communities are affected by storm surge and sea level rise. We must address climate change.
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pitch for Corangamite Patrice Nelson Derryn Hinch’s Justice Party DERRYN Hinch’s Justice Party is unique, in that we are more of a nonpolitical, political party. I am standing because all issues we are so passionate about are extremely relevant within this electorate, including Ocean Grove. Combating crime and ensuring offenders are properly supervised and rehabilitated are major issues all over this electorate. One – which is out of control – is the ice epidemic, which in turn has led to a surge in robberies and violent crime, and the destruction of families within Ocean Grove and the surrounding areas. I am passionate about tackling this disease within the community, and believe prevention is better than cure. Organisations such as Foundation 61, on the outskirts of Geelong, provide excellent live-in facilities battling such addictions as ice, however are struggling to cope given the promise of millions in funding from the State Government never happened. By electing me as your representative, you’ll have a voice in Parliament which promises to tackle the issues that other governments have ignored.
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AT THE Animal Justice Party we do not want to form government. Rather, we’re looking to pressure the major parties to follow through with commitments to animal welfare – like establishing an independent office for animal welfare. The Animal Justice Party has been formed as a response to growing public concern about the neglect of animals and animal protection issues by political parties. It gives a voice to those who cannot speak for themselves. It provides a focal point for voters frustrated by the lack of political action and who feel strongly that much more needs to be done through our parliamentary systems to assist the wellbeing of animals. Public health is something that I’m also passionate about. There needs to be more specialist services at community health centres. A lot of people don’t have the ability to go to the larger centres. The government has ripped money out of public health, so replacing that would be a good start. I’ve campaigned against the Geelong Star super fishing trawler and I’d like a ban on live export.
THE Drug Law Reform Party firstly proposes to decriminalise cannabis for personal use, develop harm minimisation and control illegal drugs. The issue of drug prohibition affects all the community, not just drug users. In particular, drug-related crime to fund drug use: theft, burglaries, ram-raids, bag snatching, car theft, murder, etc. Of course in a ’perfect world’ there would be no drug abuse. However, it is not a perfect world and drugs are here to stay whether we like it or not. Australia has been trying (unsuccessfully) to eradicate illegal, non-controlled drugs for more than 50 years. It has not worked and the problem is getting worse. The fight to prohibit drugs is a losing battle costing billions of dollars and countless lives each year. Essentially we are doing the same thing and expecting different results. We all know where that ends. Portugal decriminalised drug use in 2001 and there has been a significant reduction in drug-related crime, HIV, AIDS, Hepatitis B and C infections. Pressure on law enforcement and the legal and correctional system has also been relieved significantly.
I AM a new face to Federal politics, but come from a background in academia and migrant and refugee advocacy. I am running for the Greens in Corangamite for a number of reasons, but critically I want to see innovative, evidence-based and long-term thinking about how we are going to safeguard what we love about the coast and country. If elected, I would fight for Corangamite to become a hub for the renewables sector – both in research and design at our TAFEs and university and through harnessing our existing manufacturing base. I would work towards more thoughtful and sustainable development of our coastal towns, would advocate for the closure of offshore detention, and help reform the taxation system. Negative gearing, capital gains tax discounts and the corporate tax avoidance which is rife in Australia is squeezing the average person. I would also make sure that regional Victoria is not neglected, and we get the investment across the board in education, the health system and a proper NBN to keep us thriving and connected.
OVER almost three years, I have been very proud to represent Ocean Grove as the Member for Corangamite, advocating for improved public transport, job creation, better health and education. The Turnbull Liberal Government understands how important political stability and a strong economic plan are for local families, young people and seniors, as well as small business. We’ve delivered $3.5m to build a community and sports pavilion for Shell Road Reserve, secured a new postal service for Oakdene estate and continue to campaign for a second post office. NBN fast broadband will be active in Ocean Grove in just a few weeks, a big boost to the local economy, and we are delivering funding to plan the Grubb Road duplication. Ocean Grove has so many wonderful community organisations – I’ve been delighted to support groups such as the local Men’s Shed and am advocating hard for funding to support the Ocean Grove SLSC redevelopment. As a member of Malcolm Turnbull’s Liberal team, I am respectfully seeking the support of Ocean Grove residents on 2 July.
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BELLARINE SES member Adrian Chapman took the Voice for a tour of the unit’s newly upgraded headquarters two weeks ahead its official opening. “It’s a great improvement from what it was,” he said. Before the upgrade, the cluttered sheds meant members had to move equipment out of the way to access what they needed for emergency responses. The new storage sheds mean they can now deploy the required equipment and vehicles much faster, Mr Chapman said. “With the growing community on the Bellarine it’s definitely helping our ability to respond to more call outs,” he said. The upgrades were completed with a $150,000 State Government grant and
$61,000 from local SES fund-raisers. Unit controller Dion Henderson thanked the community for its support and said the upgrades would provide significant benefits. “These include the ability to deliver faster response times, improved training facilities and ability for greater access and asset capacity,” he said. Bellarine SES will hold an open day at the headquarters, from 10am to 2pm on 26 June, with equipment displays for the general public. The day will include a free sausage sizzle and a visit from SES mascot Paddy the Platypus. Bellarine MP Lisa Neville and top members of Victoria Police, CFA and Ambulance Victoria will attend the open day.
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Dishing out fun in a kid-friendly Manner TARA Trott and Cai Balara say they’re living the dream at their kid-friendly cafe, Meerkat Manner. “Working with children is our favourite thing to do,” Cai says. “It has been wonderful getting to know so many families in the local community.” Cai and Tara recently celebrated 12 months at Meerkat Manner, after buying the cafe last year when it was known as “Let’em Loose” . “We both adore working with children ... so what better business to start than a place where we can live dreams on a daily basis,” Cai says. Cai and Tara have known each other for three years and have a history of working with children. Tara is a qualified art teacher with an extensive career in before and after school care, while Cai worked at an indoor play centre in her teens. “Since that time I’ve dreamed of running a business such as Meerkat Manner,” Cai says. “We can’t wait to see what the future holds.”
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THINGS get a little quiet when summer leaves the coast, but some active animals are making Ocean Grove a winter wonderland. Ocean Grove residents have made several whale sightings at Main Beach. Barwon Coast’s Maddie Glynn said southern right whales and humpback whales migrate past local shores at this time of year. Whales can be hard to see and identify, she said. “A simple tip, observe the blow pattern.” “If it has a V-shaped pattern it will be a southern right whale, while a single spout may be a humpback whale.” The orange-bellied parrot - one of Australia’s most threatened species - will make local saltmarshes its home for the next few months. The parrot - one of only two which migrate - will fly back to its other home, Tasmania, in October. Frogs should start croaking soon and are a key indicator of environmental health, Maddie said. Geelong has nine frog species. Most are nocturnal, but the endangered growling grass frog is visible during the day. Floodplains are an important habitat for the Ewing’s tree frog, while the common froglet hides under logs or moist depressions. Many plants are emerging from the frosty ground, Maddie said, along with fungi, the “unsung heroes of ecosystems”. Fungi can help plant roots to absorb water and nutrients, she said. “The original recyclers, fungi decompose organic material providing
Former Barwon Heads resident Bev Wood's photo of a marsh frog. 155432 additional nutrients to our soils.” Within the Coastal Moonah Woodlands, dainty and fragile orchid species such as pink fairies and notched onion orchids are relishing the cooler weather.
Maddie’s encouraging residents to walk local pathways and listen for the frog calls, or get the binoculars out and go whale spotting. “More importantly remember what is common today may not be
common tomorrow,” she said. “So please stick to the pathways, control your pets and pick up litter so we can ensure these amazing plants and animals remain for future generations.”
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Web gifts plan A NEW website launched in Australia by an Ocean Grove local is simplifying the process of group giving for special occasions. The connectagift website provides a platform for people to specify the gift they want, and then connects family and friends together in a convenient, safe and thoughtful way to give cash towards the gift. Developed by Ocean Grove local Jan Little, the connectagift website is designed to reduce wasteful giving by providing a platform for people to ask for exactly what they want. “Most people would love to ask for a cash gift for a special
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By JUSTIN FLYNN OCEAN Grove and District Men’s Shed has been given $10,000 as part of the Stronger Communities Program grants from the Federal Government. Corangamite MP Sarah Henderson was at the shed on Monday 6 June to announce the funding and to meet the people involved.
“It’s so important for the local community," Ms Henderson said. “Men’s Sheds do a great job in our community by brining people together and giving people who have retired or are seniors, a sense of purpose. We’ve been supporting and working with the Men’s Shed for a number of years and it’s exciting to see the work they do. it’s about building resilience and a sense
of community." Ocean Grove Men’s Shed secretary and co-ordinator Bruce Ward said the grant would go towards replacing the exisiting tearoom with a library, computer room and health resource centre and to demoloish and replace the ceiling. The shed was also given $1400 from a volunteer grant. The shed, which has 55 mem-
bers, also hopes to receive a $30,000 grant from the State Government in August, but there has been no official confirmation. Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club was also given a grant of $5000 for the installation of air-conditioning in the patrol tower. Barwon Heads Football/Netball Club received $500 for new furniture for the clubrooms.
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ABBA tribute kicks off series GET fired up for some of the hottest musicians performing at the Jack Rabbit Vineyard as part of the 2016 Fireside series. Across four wonderful evenings, patrons will enjoy star quality performances and a three-course meal at the Jack Rabbit Restaurant. The series will kick off with an Australian ABBA tribute show, Bjorn to be Wild, on Saturday 9 July. The show promises to reignite the soul, fun and music of this legendary group which successfully crossed as many genres as it has generations. On Saturday 16 July, a thrilling night of classic jazz is assured when two of Australia’s leading jazz clarinetists, Dr Jonathan Hunt and David Gardner meet for the first time. Clarinet Summits performance is an event not to be missed by classic jazz enthusiasts. The beat continues on Saturday 30 July with Sandra Talty and her swing quartet. Be enchanted by the belle of the Australian and international jazz scene as she reveals the splendour and soul of the 1920s, '30s and ’40s. This will be a treat for young and old alike. The final show on Saturday 20 August invites people to join the rising star of Australian jazz, Miss Georgia Brooks and
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what’s ON 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.
MUSIC/LIVE EVENTS Piping Hot Chicken Shop ■ Three Kings, 25 June, $20. ■ Lloyd Spiegel, 1 July, $20. ■ Check www.pipinghotchickenshop.com.au/ upcoming_gigs.html for upcoming gigs.
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.
Ocean Grove Walkers ■ Tuesdays 9.30am, meet at the shelter in Ocean Grove Park except when taking bus, train or ferry trips. For further information contact Stan 5256 3920 or Helen 0411 534 899.
READING AND WRITING Ocean Grove Library, corner Presidents Avenue and The Avenue.
Drysdale Senior Citizens Hall ■ Making waves music/poetry arvo every fourth Sunday of the month from 2pm5.30pm.
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Kings of the blues
■ Don Fisher, Saturday 18 June, 7.30pm. ■ Sam Hanson, 25 June, 7.30pm. ■ Happy hour 5pm-6pm weekdays (excluding public holidays).
ALREADY being described as a 'Melbourne Super Blues Group’, the Three Kings brings together a trio of this country’s most dedicated, authentic blues artists, with down and dirty, totally inspiring results. And they’re coming to Ocean Grove’s Piping Hot Chicken Shop on 25 June. The coming together of three of Australia’s best known blues artists to form Three Kings has proved quickly to be a winning combination, their first CD was awarded the Age music Victoria blues CD of the year award and in 2014 they were winners the Melbourne blues performers of the year competition. Featuring Ian Collard (Collard Greens and Gravy, and Backsliders) on vocals, harmonica and guitar, Ben Peters (Benny and the Flybyniters) on vocals and guitar, and Jason Liu Soon (Chris Wilson, the Detonators) on drums, Three Kings have been wowing audiences across the country with their own unique blend of filthy, rocking, 1950s tinged garage blues. Three Kings’ hard-hitting, greasy blues style takes you on a dangerous joy ride through the back roads and juke joints of American music history, combining the sounds of artists like Kid Thomas, John Lee Hooker, Slim Harpo and Jerry McCain with their own original spin. Together the trio rocks hard and blue. Tickets $20. Book on 5255 1566. Doors open 7.30pm.
Ocean Grove Hotel ■ 23 June, trivia night, $10, 7pm. All proceeds to Relay for Life. Awesome prizes. $18 lamb shanks, $15 Carlton Draught jugs. ■ First Thursday of every month, 10.45am, Morning Melodies.
Cafe Maritana ■ Live acoustic music Friday nights, open mic nights Wednesday and Thursday nights. Inquiries 5254 1188. Wednesday to Saturday from 5pm.
■ Wednesdays 10.30am - Toddlertime. ■ Thursdays 11.30am, Babytime - Nursery Verses. ■ Mondays 10.30am - Preschool Storytime. ■ Third Tuesday of month 2.30pm-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. Ph: 5256 2742.
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.
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Open weekends and public holidays, 11am5pm, new release wines, gourmet platters and classic car displays. Ph: 5250 5760.
■ Mondays 1.30pm, exercises using chairs for all ages. Contact Marg on 5255 1335.
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■ Tuesdays 7.45pm-10pm, Scottish Country Dance (formerly Ocean Grove). Ph: 5251 3393.
■ 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.
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■ Yoga and dance with Tara Lynch. Classes for all ages and abilities. Ph: 0435 481 920.
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■ First Sunday of month, 9am-1pm, OctoberMarch at Kingston Park, Grubb Road, MaySeptember at Bellarine Aquatic and Sports Centre, Shell Road.
Bellarine Community Farmers’ Market ■ Third Saturday of month, 9am-1pm, Ocean Grove Park. Buy Bellarine Produce Barn ■ Tuckerberry Farm, Saturdays and Sundays 9am-3pm.
Ocean Grove Callisthenics, Ocean Grove Recreation Hall ■ Calisthenics classes incorporating dance, song, ballet and gymnastics with strength and creativity. 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove Recreation Hall. oceangrovecalisthenics@ gmail.com
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■ 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.
■ Monthly market, last Saturday of the month, 9am-1pm.
Leura Park Estate ■ Sundays 12.30pm-4.30pm, live music, sensational food and wine. Ph: 5253 3180.
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Uniting Church Hall Ocean Grove ■ Wednesdays 9am, Volleyball, 9.30am exercises to music for all ages. Contact Marg on 5255 1335.
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■ Last Friday of every month 1pm-3pm, Breast Cancer Support Group (lunch and nibbles). Details Julie Rodger 0435 362 573.
■ Wednesday 7pm, 1st/2nd Ocean Grove Scout Group.
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Yoga classes in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads
■ Staffed by qualified registered nurses: pap tests, breast health advice and checks, menopause and contraception advice. Appointments (free) phone 5258 0812.
■ Beginners, Hatha, Vinyas and Svaroopa Yoga. Ph: 0413 955 331 or kerryn@bluewateryoga.org.au ■ Yoga classes. Tuesdays 6pm-7pm, The
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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 Ian 5256 2242 or Peter 0400 093 831. 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 5255 2820 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 Dianne
0422 134 810. 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. Phone Pat 0414 959 248 or Bruce 0407 361 319 or bffa@hotmail.com
Fourth Monday of every month Combined Probus Club of Ocean Grove, 10am, Shell Road Sports Pavilion. Phone Bryan Olsen 5255 1821.
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 Ian 5256 2242 or Peter 0400 093 831.
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 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.
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. The group is hosting a free public
forum on Tuesday 28 June from 7pm-8.30pm at the Barwon Heads Bowling Club, 18 Geelong Road East, Barwon Heads. The guest speaker will be David Manne, leading human rights lawyer and executive director of Refugee Legal. Following David’s address there will be an opportunity for questions by the audience. RSVP: bellarine4r@gmail.com or 5254 1814.
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.
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PEOPLE often ask me what do you love about Ocean Grove Toy Library and that is easy. I joined primarily for me as a young mum with three boys and only just moved to Ocean Grove it was the perfect social introduction and I can honestly say I have made some wonderful friends from this. Secondly, the toy library allows my boys and all the other families in our beautiful area the opportunity to access over 500 toys of various categories. This all for the price of one toy per year - I just can’t see anything wrong with it! Ocean Grove Toy Library has provided this service for over 35 years and we are striving hard to improve and expand all the time. With the move into the Boorai Centre and our purpose-built space it has been such a great experience that we now can offer the use of the toys to playgroups, occasional care and child care and we are always looking for more opportunities. Over the past 12 months, Ocean Grove Toy Library has been successful in a number of grants which has allowed for personalised murals by local artist Liz McGrath, new storage and shelving, collaborations with Bethany, Sandpipers and allied health professionals, events such as ‘Say “Hello” to Our Community’ and recently World Play Day, and of course
A young patron shows his approval. loads of new durable specialised toys. Children learn through play, its nature’s way of making it fun! We invite everyone to come along to a session on Thursday 4pm-5pm and Saturday 10am-11am and join us in ‘sharing a world of play’. - Yvette Anderson, co-ordinator
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The delicious slice of nice SEASIDE Pizza and Pasta has built up a steady local following in Ocean Grove. Open seven days a week and providing delicious pizza and pasta for pick-up or home delivery, Sam and the team take pride in providing a good, wholesome meal for the entire family. There’s ample free car parking and the team caters for functions. Sam and Francesca have been in business for 30 years, with businesses in Geelong and surrounding suburbs, and have over a decade of experience making delicious pizzas. They have had pizza shops in St Leonards, Lara and now in Ocean Grove. They pride themselves on being a family business who offer friendly service. They hand-make both traditional and gourmet pizzas, pastas made to order and cater for people with special dietary requirements including gluten free, vegetarian and also have lactose-free options for pasta. Segafredo coffee is also available. And what’s the most popular pizza among the punters? Without doubt the Seaside Special. Sam and Francesca wanted to open a family business in a good area and they think they chose the perfect location. The team not only delivers to all areas of Ocean Grove, you can also get delivery to Wal-
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Intermediate egret. 155622 I have also been looking at every great egret that I see (and there are quite a few great egrets around this area) to study the eye skin, to learn to differentiate a great egret from an intermediate egret. A great egret has a very long, kinked neck, which is greater than the length of its body. Importantly the great egret has a bare skin line that extends from the base of the bill to behind the eye. The bare skin of the intermediate egret is less pointed and ends below the eye. Consequently I think that the egret in the photo, which I photographed at WTP last week, is an intermediate egret. I’ve included a photo of a great egret for comparison of the skin around the
eye. The only other intermediate egret I have seen was in Far North Queensland, so I was happy to see one in these parts. Don’t forget to check out the Barwon Estuary Project website. There are also many activities at the Ocean Grove Nature Reserve, which can be accessed via their Facebook page. Also the Bellarine Birdlife Group organise some great outings, that can be accessed via the following link birdlife.org.au/locations/ birdlife-bellarine-peninsula It’s great that the duck shooting season is now over. RIP all the poor ducks that have been shot in the name of sport!? - JEN CARR, JENNIFER.CARR6@ BIGPOND.COM
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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. OUR ENVIRONMENT: WINTER WONDERS Well summer has finally left us making most of us slower in the cooler months. Did you know that the coastal environment is still very active this time of the year with new plants emerging and wildlife species migrating or emerging to grace us with their presence? The first sightings of whales along our coastline occurred last week near Ocean Grove Main Beach heading east. An unconfirmed species identification; but possibly Humpback Whales. Barwon Coast wildlife database indicates the earliest record for whale sightings was May 16th 2011. We welcome all wildlife sightings so we can grow the wildlife database together. Keep your eyes out for more whale sightings along our coast. Amazing animals to see in the wild. One of Australia’s most threatened species, the Orange –bellied Parrot is one of only two species of parrot which migrates, and it has arrived from Tasmania to feed amongst the remaining saltmarsh stands where it will remain until its flight back to Tasmania around October. Frogs are a key indicator on environmental health and should start croaking soon. Geelong has 9 frog species, most of which are nocturnal, but the endangered Growling Grass Frog may be seen basking during the daylight hours. Floodplains are an important habitat for the Ewing’s Tree Frog, whilst the Common Froglet can be found under logs or moist depressions. So get out there, start looking along our pathways, sit quietly and listen for the frog calls, get the binoculars out and go whale spotting. More importantly remember what is common today may not be common tomorrow so please stick to the pathways, keep your pets under control, pick up litter so we can ensure these amazing plants and animals remain here for future generations. DUNES LITTER Also with the onset of the cooler months, our coastline should be renewing itself to face another season. Unfortunately this has not been the case with the recent finding of a large intrusion site at 16W Ocean Grove Main beach. Our Natural Resource Management team and Green Army dedicated a days work to clean up an extensive area of dune from irresponsible beach goers. The team removed 53 bags of rubbish, ranging from sleeping bags, to a fire extinguisher and alcohol beverage containers, amongst other items. Barwon
Coast will continue to work with Bellarine Police and the local community to prevent this damaging behaviour from continuing. Our sand dunes are important habitats for not only for our unique wildlife, but more importantly for providing us access to the beach and protecting our towns from inundation. Help us educate others and let us know if you are aware of sites such as these. Together we can make a difference. BARWON ESTUARY PROJECT The Barwon Estuary Project is an initiative of the Barwon Heads Sustainability Group (BHSG), a sub-group of the Barwon Heads Community Arts Garden Inc. BHSG conducts projects to enhance the local environment and its sustainability. This local community project aims to increase knowledge and appreciation of the biodiversity and fragility of the Barwon Estuary. The project team is calling for participants to record estuary observations online or in a diary, attend workshops, guided walks and expert talks, and contribute to a community publication. As residents and visitors develop a communal understanding of the estuary and become more skilled in sharing their learning and observations via a range of communication strategies, the community will be more motivated and able to collaboratively initiate practical and innovative conservation activities using the infrastructure and experience of existing groups such as Barwon Estuary Watch, Barwon Coast and Barwon Heads Sustainability Group. Coming Soon Bird photography workshop: Sunday 19th June 2016, 2-4pm; Guided Walk - History, Plants & Water of the estuary: Sunday 14th August 2016, 2-4pm. Both activities are free and all ages welcome. Register your interest at: barwonestuary@gmail.com CYLINDERS BEACH ACCESS – 31W BARWON HEADS Barwon Coast is continuing to work on options for access from the ‘Cylinders’ car park down to 13th Beach. The site of the old staircase, lost late last year, is still active and presents almost insurmountable problems for re-building on the same site. All other options are being investigated including funding possibilities for those options. Barwon Coast knows it is a popular site and have received input from stakeholder groups supporting a replacement access in some form. We will continue to work toward the best outcome possible and to also keep the community updated as planning progresses. Gary McPike General Manager
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Boardriders rippin’ it up Taylor and Nic Stephens who all read the tricky conditions well. As this was the final event for the season, results have been held over and will be announced at the presentation night along with all divisional winners of the club aggregate points competitions. The presentation night details are still being finalised but it is scheduled for a date in August. All members will be notified through the Team App and Facebook so keep an eye out. A big thanks, to Marcus and the Greenroom crew, for sponsoring this event, and to all our sponsors this season for their support and generosity it’s greatly appreciated. The 2016/17 season will kick off in September, look forward to seeing everyone there. See you in the surf. - Gaz
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UNDER 9s OGCC Orange (27) vs OGCC Blue (19): Two captains on the day Max McGuane and Xavier Morgan both did the 100 per cent for the team all morning. Gus Peters was outstanding with strong marking using the ball well and looking for his team mates. Tommy Walsh was outstanding holding up the backline. OGCC White (16) vs Torquay McCartney (57): A challenging game where some bigger more aggressive bodies from Torquay impacted on the scoreboard and around the contested ball. However it was a terrific effort from the boys to continue to stick to their roles and play their positions, implement ball control and movement to instruction. There were some excellent passages of play from both teams. Award winners: Sean Stewart, Ryan Merriman, Ned Badrock. OGCC Blue (19) vs OGCC Orange (27): In a narrow loss, the Blues were beaten on the day but not disgraced. The Blues attack on the ball was consistent as always and there is definitely more positives than negatives to be taken away from the game. Awards to Koby Millar Burton, Hamish Stow, Tyler Bishop, and Xavier Bartolo. OGCC Red (76) vs South Barwon Blue (19): The handballing and teamwork was very good. Goals: Keegan Johnson, Charlie Eales, Lachlan Norton, Sam Eales, Thomas Snowden, Tyla Meyer, Darcy Harrington, Aiden. Coaches awards to Tyla Meyer, Darcy Harrington, Finn Corby and Ben Miners. UNDER 10s OGCC Orange (31) vs Leopold Bews (43): OGCC Orange played a very disciplined and talented Leopold team. Outstanding games by Billy Hayward, Miller Keck and Mikani Storey kept the boys in the game. Boys fell short by 12 points in a tough, competitive contest. Awards to Finlay Rolfs, Jayden Pickett, Mikani Storey and Miller Keck. OGCC Blue (42) vs Torquay Shearer (22): The Cobra Blue boys had a good day out in perfect conditions, moving the ball well and linking up with some good accurate
passes. Award winners this week were skipper Jackson Stephenson (three goals) Oliver Kristapsons, Ben Bowers and Fraser Stow. UNDER 12s OGCC White (36) vs Torquay Stone (27): Torquay Stone beat the Whites by 46 points earlier in the year, but the tables were turned with a nine-point win. Awards to: Oliver Moran, Nan Gangell, Jarvis Lindsay and Jake Connellan. Goals: Olivier Northam (three), James Barry, Connor Asquith. OGCC Blue (17) vs Leopold Brown (40): The biggest difference to the game earlier in the season was that Blue matched them around the game and were right in every contest. Best: Finley Bishop, Ethan Hamilton, Heath Collins, Bohdi Hercus. OGCC Orange (47) vs South Barwon Red (36): A great team effort by the Orange boys securing two wins in a row. It was a fast flowing game with end to end action from both teams. Awards: Tahj Wirth, Zach Mifsud, Josh Giblin. UNDER 14s OGCC 1 (17) vs Bannockburn 1 (34): The firsts went down to Bannockburn by three goals with Nathan Downs the only goal scorer. OGCC 2 (12) vs Inverleigh (122): The boys made the long trip to Inverleigh to face the top of the table Hawks it what promised to be a real battle, and after having some late withdrawals it was a real test of character for the whole game, with the likes of Oscar Price and Johnte Lange having their best games of the season and Joe Doedel after getting injured in the first quarter fighting on to stay out there to help his teammates. Awards to Spencer Bryan, Johnte Lange, Joe Doedel, Oscar Price. OGCC 3 (30) vs Drysdale McIntyre (69): A very competitive effort from the thirds, ably supported by a strong group of Under 12s against Drysdale. While the team didn’t win, there were flashes of brilliance and Jordan Oakley, Flynn Kinsey, Ollie Northam and Connor Asquith were the award winners.
Action from the Under 18 Colts game on Saturday. 155746
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First half was all effort Div 2 South Mens Surfside Waves 3 def Drysdale 2 ON a beautiful day for football, the Waves travelled to Howard Glover to take on Drysdale and played some decent football in the first half without much reward initially. Waves went 1-nil up with Bodey Ditloff continuing on from last week’s hat-trick scoring after 30 minutes. The second half was a display of quality passing and possession based football. Ditloff scored again in the 51st with Alex Ketchen scoring the third in the 55th. Several changes were then made with the game secure and then two goalkeeping howlers from our two goalkeepers allowed Drysdale back in the game momentarily. We didn’t look like losing and was a good run out for the team which is second on the ladder with many players playing out of position to gain further experience at senior football. Women’s Div 1 Surfside Waves 1 drew with Geelong 1 It was a case of shaky first half and solid second half for the Waves. Lily Woodward and Rose Evans slotted into the team seamlessly, with Evans outstanding at the back and LilyWoodward and dangerous in midfield. The Waves were a little slow to close the play down in the first half and were often second to the ball, which led to a sloppy goal conceded from a corner. The team improved significantly in the second half, led by Neisha Pearson and Gina Murphy in midfield hard at the ball. Madi Wilding was great again in goal, with a super dive to her left saving a certain goal. The rest of the back four behind Pearson were sound after the scrappy goal - Jasmin Pickett sweeping with style, Kate Elstone giving her usual flat-out effort at left back and Evans then Melissa De Bruin keeping the right safe. The midfield stabilised in the second half, although the Waves had some brief magic from Cath Sattler, in the first 10 minutes of the game before she retired with tiredness. Surfside rotated several players through the midfield around the central two of Murphy and Jordan Tabakovic to good effect. These were Faye Kendall as skilful as ever, Indiah van Galen working hard, Woodward with great pace and skills creating several chances for the dangerous pacy forwards in Steffi Wallace and Alexis Pearson. Waves equalised midway through the second half with a great free kick conversion by Murphy. Overall a satisfying result showing real resilience and ability to turn a game around. Div 2 South Mens Surfside Waves 6 defeated Deakin Ducks Gold 0 The Waves playing at home on a beautiful pitch despite several wet weeks and following on from last week’s 3-nil victory, commenced confidently against Deaking Ducks Gold who had defeated the Waves 2-1 in round two. The Waves took the lead through Tayler McKenzie with his first ever goal for the club after 21 minutes. The Waves’ defence was solid and played quality football into midfield and saw the star striker Bodey Ditloff score in the 26th and 43rd minute to take a 3-nil lead at half time. With the bench full of youth the instructions were to sure up the game in the second half and continue to play flowing football. Five changes were made off the bench and the fourth goal was again to Ditloff who completed his first ever hat-trick in the 81st minute, promptly followed by a long-range effort from the captain Isaiah Mujica in the 82nd and another from Julian Powell in the 87th minute. A great result for the Waves who are continuing their consistency and are clear second on the ladder. Under 17 Boys Surfside Waves 2 defeated Geelong SC 1
Faye Kendall looks upfield for a team-mate. 155459
Picture: PATRICK CALLOW Steffi Wallace prepares to throw the ball back into play. 155459 Picture: PATRICK CALLOW
Jake Wiffen in action for the Waves Under 17s. 155459 The Waves took on Geelong SC at Shell Road and it was going to be a tough match as the Waves currently sit equal second on the ladder on the same number of points as Geelong SC and Surf Coast. A brilliant strike from Noah Mujica who scored from 40 yards and sailed into the top corner saw Geelong SC rattled. Waves continued to stick to the proven methods and a fine goal by Julian Powell from a well-guided header saw them 2-nil at half-time. Coach’s instructions were to remain calm and continue to play in the same manner. A third goal almost came after a great run by Mujica down the left wing and a well-centred cross found Riley Fuller one on one with the goalkeeper - however he hit the post. That would have been game over. Geelong SC then scored after a defensive lapse in concentration however The Waves held them out superbly to secure a wonderful victory. Waves are equal second on the ladder with Surf Coast.
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Indiah Van Galen goes on the attack. 155459 Picture: PATRICK CALLOW
Rob Black gains control of the football in the Men’s Division 2 game. 155459 Picture: KELLY CLANCY
Steffi Wallace spins and turns. 155459 Picture: PATRICK CALLOW
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Kate Elstone in action for Surfside Waves vs Geelong SC. 155459 Picture: PATRICK CALLOW
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Mixed results for Ocean Grove MODEWARRE came out firing in A and B grades to take the four points, but Grove took the honours in C, D and 19s games in great displays of control, persistence and playing the games out till the end on Saturday. A Grade - Ocean Grove 30 vs Modewarre 45. Best: A. Badrock, E. Howard, E. Moroney. B Grade - Ocean Grove 37 vs Modewarre 54. Best: C. Britt, A. O’Keefe, T. Birch. C Grade - Ocean Grove 20 vs Modewarre 17. Best: E. Bolton, B. Gavin, A. Binns. D Grade - Ocean Grove 29 vs Modewarre 25. Best: K. Collins, K. Carroll, N. Maslen. 19U - Ocean Grove 25 vs Modewarre 20. Best: S. Gravener, K. Peatling, J. Sutton. Ocean Grove A Grade stormed away to lead at each quarter and record another win for the 2016 season against Newcomb. All grades took the four points despite some valiant efforts from the Power sides. A Grade - Ocean Grove 70 vs Newcomb 20. Best: B. Taylor, A. Badrock, E. Howard. Some strong scoring quarters from A Grade set up their win with handy goaling from Abbey Badrock with 38 goals, Bridget Taylor defending Powers scoring ability and Elyse Howard setting the pace in the centre. B Grade - Ocean Grove 72 vs Newcomb 19. Best: A. Hill, E. Mercer, J. Wood. B Grade keep motoring along the right path with a full team effort and a
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Erin Mercer in action during Ocean Grove’s B grade loss to Modewarre. 155757 Pictures: JAMIE CULLUM goal feast coming from Erin Mercer, Jen Wood consolidated the defence end with slippery Amy Hill keeping Newcomb’s score at bay. C Grade - Ocean Grove 37 vs Newcomb 12. Best: A. Binns, E. Bolton, K. Geerings. C Grade team came out firing today with attackers Eden Bolton and Katie Geerings taking control in the goals with Amber Binns feeding well through the centre and on the circle. D Grade - Ocean Grove 48 vs New-
comb 7. Best: team effort. D Grade applied the full court pressure today and were rewarded for their efforts right across the court, great shooting, defensive work and attacking. 19U - Ocean Grove 37 vs Newcomb 10. Best: P. Humphrey, T. Payne, G. Osborne. 19s notched up another win with a strong team effort and full defence from Georgie Osborne and switcharoo Taya Payne together with Phoebe Humphrey chalking up the score.
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Juniors hit the court ROUND 6 of the Bellarine Under 11 competition was held at Ocean Grove on 14 June. Division 2 OG Kangas 8 vs White 6: Best: Charlotte Teague, Sienna Stewart, Alice Molloy. OG Wombats 19 vs Queenscliff Blue 0: Best: Kate O’Brien, Tylah Foley, Aleks Connolly. Division 1 OG Emus 4 vs Barwon Heads (2) 12: Best: Chloe Splatt, Ruby Hildebrandt, Georgie Collett. OG Koalas 10 vs Drysdale Green 15: Best: Molly Larsen, Ella Dries, Emily Quinten. OG Bilbies 3 vs Queenscliff Red 10: Best: Macy Duckett, Chloe Pope, Brianna Brew. Friday night teams played round seven on 17 June. 13/U Div 3 Ocean Grove 21 vs St Josephs Red 17. Best: Sofia Dickeson, Cate Simpson, Zoe Honey.
13/U Div 5 Ocean Grove (2) 5 vs Barwon Heads 8. Best: not supplied. 15/U Div 5 Ocean Grove (1) 18 vs Torquay (3) 7. Best: Caitlin Doran, Taylah Jeffery, Makena Taylor. Ocean Grove (2) 5 vs Bannockburn 14. Best: not supplied. Saturday teams hosted Modewarre at Shell Road in Round 12. 13/U Sec 1 Ocean Grove 38 vs Moddewarre 16. Best: Lucy Teese, Taia Young, Amelia Cunningham. 15/U Sec 1 Ocean Grove 53 vs Moddewarre 11. Best: Jessie Allen, Milly Dodds, Mia Smith. 17/U Sec 1 Ocean Grove 30 vs Moddewarre 19. Best: Emily Moroney, Claudia Britt, Brielle King. 17/U Sec 2 Ocean Grove 37 vs Moddewarre 13. Best: Paige Drinkwater, Molly Winter, Emma Simpson. - Claudia Britt.
Team huddle: Ocean Grove Under 15 girls discuss tactics during their huge win against Modewarre. 155747 Pictures: JAMIE CULLUM
Milly Dodds looks to shoot for goal. 155747
Mia Smith looks for options further down the court. 155747
Gemma Bell in action. 155747
Jessie Allen showing fine form for the Grubbers’ Under 15s. 155747
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Grubbers power up By MARK HEENAN OCEAN Grove overcame a horror start and spirited challenge from BFL improvers Newcomb to defeat the Power by 48 points at Grinter Reserve on 11 June. The Grubbers – who snapped a five-game losing streak – remained scoreless at quarter-time against a competitive Newcomb, which kicked the first five goals of the game. The Power’s fast start ensured it led by 19 points at quarter-time, which made for a frustrated address from Ocean Grove coach Wayne Walsh at the first break. “We had to trigger a few attitudes, we were sending out a few messages in the first quarter and the players were telling us what they wanted to do. We did not have a structure in the first quarter,” Walsh told the Voice. “I do think to the boys’ credit they responded half way through the second quarter, they kicked 17 goals in the last two-and-a-half quarters.” Walsh praised Newcomb’s effort in the first quarter.
“They cracked in hard, it was not the Newcomb of 2015 playing,” he said. “They are going to beat someone at some stage Newcomb, I am glad it is not us.” The Grubbers lifted their intensity in the second quarter and booted five majors to cut Newcomb’s margin back to six points at half-time. Midfielder Jahd Anderson was a standout across the entire game and kicked three goals, while forward Daniel Freeman booted five, and Travis Gavin and Aaron Baxter both kicked two goals. Ocean Grove youngster Hamish Hoober made his senior debut and was part of a youthful setup in defence. The Grubbers were without experienced trio Kelly Williams, Kaiden Long and former skipper Liam Rock. Newcomb pair Andrew Steele and Shane O’Connell both kicked two goals and were good contributors. Ocean Grove kicked 12.11 compared to Newcomb’s 4.5 after half-time to record a comfortable
eight-goal win in the end. In the reserves, Ocean Grove claimed its second victory of 2016 with a 17-point win over bottom-placed Newcomb. Winless Newcomb led the Grubbers at quarter-time by five points. Andrew McLeish kicked two goals in his return and first game for 2016, while team-mate Matt McCartney booted three majors. In the under-18 Colts Division 2, Barwon Heads defeated Ocean Grove 1 by 26 points. Despite the loss, young Grubber Oliver Monteith booted three goals. In the under-18 Division 4 clash, Drysdale 2 defeated Ocean Grove 2 by 57 points
Tough Wills: Grubber youngster James Wills tackles his Modewarre opponent. 155748 Picture: JAMIE CULLUM
The Grubber chase is on: Star Ocean Grove players James Linton, far right, and Kelly Williams, left, Picture: JAMIE CULLUM attack the ball. 155748
SCOREBOARD OCEAN GROVE 17.14 (116) NEWCOMB 10.8 (68) Goals: D. Freeman 5, J. Anderson 3, A. Baxter 2, T. Gavin 2, J. Linton, M. Rotumah-Onus, J. Pumphrey, B. Warren, P. West. Best: J. Anderson, M. Rotumah-Onus, D. Freeman, H. Walker, M. Caldow, B. Warren.
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Bomber guest speaker at next Bridge battle DUAL Geelong AFL premiership coach Mark ‘Bomber’ Thompson will be a special guest speaker at the Ocean Grove Barwon Heads’ Battle of the Bridge game next month. Thompson, who coached Geelong to AFL flags in 2007 and 2009 and played in three premierships at Essendon after 202 games with the Bombers, will attend the pre-match luncheon on Saturday 15 July. The pre-match luncheon runs from noon to 2pm prior to the round 15 BFL senior clash between the Grubbers and Seagulls at Shell Road Reserve. Tickets cost $50, which includes a smorgasbord lunch, exclusive access and game entry and a complimentary drink on arrival. Contact Peter Smith at peter.smith@cottonon. com.au for more information on tickets. Thompson’s appearance in Ocean Grove coincides with his upcoming book release titled 'Bomber the Whole Story’ which will be available from 25 July.
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Grubber heartbreak By MARK HEENAN
BFL contenders Modewarre put the Grubbers’ fading finals hopes to the sword after Ocean Grove suffered a heart-breaking four-point loss at Shell Road on Saturday 18 June. In a gripping finish played in wintry conditions at Ocean Grove, Modewarre shrugged off a last quarter challenge from the home side to win a thriller. Ocean Grove, who trailed by 19 points at three-quarter time, kicked three of the last four goals to almost capture victory in the shadows of full time. Final scores Modewarre 9.12 (66) Ocean Grove 9.8 (62). The narrow loss left eighth-placed Ocean Grove with a 4-8 record after 12 rounds. It was only Modewarre’s third win against Ocean Grove in their last 21 attempts. It follows the Warriors’ seven-point win over the Grubbers at Community Bank Oval earlier in the season in round four. Modewarre, who overcame league leaders Queenscliff by six points on 4 June currently sit inside the BFL’s top five with a 7-5 record. Modewarre playing coach, Josh Finch was wary the Grubbers would respond in the final term given its season was on the line. Despite another loss, the young Grubbers have remained competitive all season with five of its eight defeats 25 points or less. “That is (Ocean Grove’s) competitiveness and I said that to the group, they were going to come at us,” Finch told the Voice. “They (Ocean Grove) were going to get some momentum at some point and they took their chances.” Finch also defended his side’s heavy ‘tag’ on star Grubber midfield target James Linton. Linton, who booted two majors and was named in the best players, kept the Grubbers’ hopes alive with an inspirational late goal off a pack in the final minutes. “We had a player to run with him (Linton) - if you don’t do it he will win the game off his own back,” Finch said. “Pure and simple - he (Linton) is an absolute star of the competition. “You have to do it, otherwise your backs are against the wall ... if you let him run around and have 40 touches ... don’t have someone with him and he will do so much damage it is not funny.” The tough conditions on the bigger surrounds at Shell Road made for a low-scoring contest between both sides, with only four goals kicked in the first quarter. Ocean Grove led at half-time by four points, the highlight a brilliant individual snap on goal from Grubber skipper Kelly Williams. Williams, who kicked two goals, returned
SCOREBOARD MODEWARRE 9.12.66 d OCEAN GROVE 9.8.62 Ocean Grove Goals: J. Wills 2, D. King 2, K. Williams 2, T. Gavin, J. Milnes, J. Linton Best: M. Caldow, J. Wills, M. Rotumah-Onus, H. Walker, J. Linton, D. King
Finals hopes nosedive: Ocean Grove forward Brayden Warren is brought down by a tackle in Grove’s four-point loss to signal the end of its slim finals hopes. 155748 Picture: JAMIE CULLUM alongside Liam Rock and defender Kaiden Long after the trio were rested for the Newcomb clash in round 11. The pendulum swung in the third quarter as Modewarre kicked 3.7 at the favourable northern end against the Grubbers who scored only one behind. Ocean Grove outscored Modewarre 4.3 to 2.0 in a pulsating last term. Grubber youngster James Wills impressed with two goals. For Modewarre, Finch kicked two goals while Warrior team-mate Michael Farrelly booted two majors.
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OCEAN Grove will face an away task against an improved Drysdale in round 12. The Hawks have turned their season around after its 0-3 start with a 6-6 record. The Grubbers defeated Drysdale by 34 points in round one. Ocean Grove’s Seniors match starts at 2.10pm at Mortimer Oval. IN an entertaining curtain raiser, a gallant and competitive Ocean Grove lost to Modewarre by seven points in the Reserves grade, 10.8.68 to 9.7.61. Ninth-placed Ocean Grove hit the lead against the Warriors in an exciting last term.
Two inspirational fourth quarter goals from Ocean Grove’s Jack Waymouth kept his side in the contest late in the game. IN the Under-18 Colts Division 2, Ocean Grove 1 defeated Drysdale Wilson by 24 points. Grubber Tom Ryan kicked four goals. In the Under-18 Division 4 clash, Grovedale 2 defeated Ocean Grove 2 by 68 points. Ocean Grove led by four points at the first break. Grovedale kicked 13 goals compared to the Grubbers’ two majors after quarter-time to seal victory.