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The fifth Light of Day Winter Gigs will be held at Driftwood Cafe, Maggie's Bar, Olive Pit Deli and Piping Hot Chicken Shop & Burger Grill.

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Ditch that plastic By now most Ocean Grove locals will be aware that Coles and Woolworths will stop providing free single-use plastic bags from 20 June.

Ocean Grove Coastcare has welcomes the change, having been encouraging people for some time to take reusable bags with them when shopping.

"While many of the single-use plastic bags are reused in the home, hundreds of others end up harming sea birds, fish and other marine life, after escaped bags travel through streets and drains into the river and ocean," president Ocean Grove Coastcare Margot Busch said.

"Those plastic bags that do make it to the local tip may break up, but only into smaller

pieces - they will always be present."

Ocean Grove Coastcare is keen to hear the community's thoughts about the upcoming change in the supermarkets and has a quick survey running - go to www.surveymonkey. com/r/LKCCQM2 and you could win one of three fabulous goodie packs worth $100 each.

While several Ocean Grove shops have never provided plastic bags, others have more recently made a positive change.

One of these is Piping Hot Chicken Shop and Burger Grill which started providing paper bags as early as July 2017 for takeaway food.

"When we hand over a paper bag to cus-

tomers, many of them say 'thank you for not using plastic'," the chook shop's Tami McAdam said.

And NewsXpress has recently installed a box outside its shop with reusable bags for people to borrow when they've forgotten their own (with the idea of returning the bag the next time they shop).But that's not all that's happening.

Other local businesses are looking at ways to reduce a range of single-use plastics that commonly end up in the environment, such as straws and plastic-lined coffee cups, and upcoming editions of the Voice will feature some of these.

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Award honour for Jolie Kerr

By Justin Flynn A young Ocean Grove primary school student has made the top 10 of an Australia wide art competition.

The competition attracted 48,000 entries and Our Lady Star of the Sea Primary School student Jolie Kerr was invited to Government House in Sydney for the presentation.

Jolie, 9, made the top 10 for her entry in an anti-bullying campaign and was hosted at Government House by New South Wales Governor General and former Ocean Grove resident David Hurley.

Entrants were required to draw an anti-bullying poster that depicted the children's movie Ferdinand.

Teach Marnie Hallam got the students involved in the campaign.

"It coincided with the National Day of Action against bullying," Ms Hallam said.

"I get heaps of emails for competitions but this one really stood out so we got involved."

The school helped raise $666.20 for the Kerr family to fly to Sydney for the presentation with a casual dress day that students were

asked to donate a gold coin for.

It was Jolie's first time on a plane.

The Grade Four student's entry earned her a special interview with the Governor General and she said the message behind the campaign was important.

"Bullying hurts people's feelings," she said.

While Jolie said she had been a victim of bullying herself, that didn't mean that it couldn't happen.

Approximately one in four Year 4 to Year 9 Australian students (27%) reported being bullied every few weeks or more often.

Frequent school bullying was highest among Year 5 (32%) and Year 8 (29%) students.

83% of students who bully others online also bully others in person.

84% of students who were bullied online were also bullied in person.

Peers are present as onlookers in 87% of bullying interactions, and play a central role in the bullying process.

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Campaigner Kelli Finlayson, accident victim mother Clare Peace and Simon Ramsay MP at the Orton St and Presidents Ave intersection.

"The great frustration here is that everyone knows this is a treacherous intersection," he said.

Mr Ramsay put the concerns to state parliament last week, asking what Roads Minister Luke Donnellan what he was doing about the intersection.

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The water main burst at the top end of Parker St and Beaver St was also affected.

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"This is a blind spot known to residents over many years. It has been brought to the attention of the government and to VicRoads but unfortunately no action has been taken up to this point in time," Mr Ramsay told parliament.

"My understanding is that VicRoads is aware of this very dangerous blind spot due to the diligent advocacy of local residents."

More than 2000 people had already signed the petition seeking safety improvements, Mr Ramsay said.

"I understand (that) VicRoads is hesitant to put in traffic lights as per the urban plan. It is blaming its reticence on land negotiations for another site unrelated to this intersection."

Mr Ramsay asked in parliament whether Mr Donnellan was giving VicRoads a "very strong directive" to deliver a safety upgrade.

"This must become a top road safety priority," Mr Ramsay said.

"Tyler Peace is alive but others may not be so lucky in the future."

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A road accident that seriously injured a teenage motorcyclist has inspired more than 2000 Ocean Grove residents to petition for a safety upgrade.

Concerned locals are worried the intersection of Presidents Ave and Orton St being a blind spot and will result in another serious injury or death.

Tyler Pearce, 18, has since undergone three operations after colliding with a car at the notorious intersection on 23 April.

Locals gathered at the intersection on Saturday with Member for Western Victoria Simon Ramsay to raise their concerns about the potential death trap.

The intersection, one of the town's busiest, provides access to the town's popular beach and its traditional shopping strip.

City of Greater Geelong's strategic plan for Ocean Grove identifies the intersection as dangerous.

Locals feared that a fatal accident would be inevitable without safety improvements, Mr Ramsay said.

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Grove set to light it all up More than 20 bands and solo artists are set to roll into cafes, restaurants and bars of Ocean Grove next month for the fifth annual Light of Day Australia Winter Gigs, raising funds and awareness in the fight against Parkinson's Disease.

Headlining the Antipodean leg of what is part of an international campaign will be Celtic rockers Claymore, Joe Creighton, Jimi Hocking, Kite Machine, 10 High Fly, Dreamboogie, Gallie and Sweet Felicia.

Claymore will be an absolute treat for Winter Gig-goers. This lively gang of soundwielders is well used to playing big festivals but arguably their multi-instrument sound is most engaging in tight and intimate venues like those in Grove.

Joe Creighton is a huge coup for the organisers. Creighton is arguably one of this country's finest bass players, but it is his vocals that have cemented him as a formidable talent and front man after stepping out of the shadows playing alongside icons such as Kylie Minogue, Olivia Newton-John and John Farnham.

He first came to prominence in 1976 when he formed the iconic band Billy T with Ross Hannaford of Daddy Cool fame and recorded the album No Definitions.

New to the Light of Day event will be Kite Machine, Geelong's premier funk rock export.

Last year's event in Ocean Grove raised $20,000, which was equally, divided between the Shake it Up Foundation and the Light of Day Foundation, which work globally together in pursuit of a cure of Parkinson's disease.

Also appearing this year will be the Wayne Jury Four, the Big Bash Band, Liam Gerner, SoulEstate, Princess Planet, Zeffa, Jarrod Shaw, We the Radio, Saoirse and Hey Mammoth.

For the first time the winner of the recent Shake the Mic contest, a junior battle of the bands competition, will be appearing on the line up.

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Jimi Hocking will rock the Light of Day Winter Gigs in Ocean Grove next month.

Light of Day committee members Paul Jones and Ty Simmons, Phil Hooton, committee member Alastair McCallum, Paul Hanson and committee member Richard Grimmett. (picture supplied) June and Saturday 23 June with music playing simultaneously at Piping Hot Chicken Shop and Burger Grill, Driftwood Cafe, Maggie's Bar

and Olive Pit Delicatessen from 6pm.

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Vandals strike again Vandals have damaged a noticeboard on the Ocean Grove Barwon Heads RSL Avenue of Honour.

The noticeboard at a small station hut at the Curlewis station rest area on the Bellarine Rail Trail contained a list of veterans' names and their assigned tree so that their relatives could easily find the allocated tree.

It is not the first time the site has been vandalised.

About eight months ago vandals covered the board with spray paint.

The damage was discovered on Anzac Day by one of the volunteers that looks after the area .

The Avenue of Honour has 238 members who were assigned trees.

The Ocean Grove Barwon Heads RSL Avenue of honour began from a meeting with the City of Greater Geelong in 2002 requesting a portion of the Rail Trail to start an Avenue of Honour for our deceased members.

A volunteer group named The Friends of the Bellarine Rail Trail had recently formed with plans to completely revegetating with native vegetation the pathway that stretches from Geelong to Queenscliff along the old train line.

It was agreed that a section just before Curlewis Rd - Bellarine Hwy intersection would be ideal and since then volunteer workers from The Friends of the Rail Trail have planted well in excess of 200 yellow box gums.

Suitable signage clearly marks the area, and is a fitting tribute to each of our former service members to whom on their death are each designated a tree.

A Gallipoli pine was added at the entrance of the avenue on 15 April 2011 as a further tribute to the men and women who gave their lives for their country.

Anyone with information about the damage can call Crimestoppers on 1300 333 000.

Sanctuary on the move After 40 years as a Barwon Heads institution, Jirrahlinga animal sanctuary appears certain to be headed for the Surf Coast.

Owners of the much loved animal rescue shelter and boarding kennels are eyeing off several Surf Coast locations saying they have outgrown the five acre property off Taits Rd in Barwon Heads.

Founder of the sanctuary Tehree Gordon said that a change of location had been considered for a number of years because of the increasing population and access pressures on the Taits Road location.

"This move has been on our agenda for nearly five years now and we are hoping this move will result in a much improved facility and improved care for all of our animals," Tehree told the Voice in February.

A noticeboard at the Ocean Grove Barwon Heads RSL Avenue of honour was vandalised.

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Nicole says last straw

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A young Ocean Grove marine biologist is helping to eradicate the Great Barrier Reef from plastic straws.

Nicole Nash moved from Ocean Grove to Cairns to further her skills in science and founded The Last Straw on the Great Barrier Reef.

The Last Straw aims to reduce, or even completely eliminate, one-use straws that often end up in our oceans, causing all sorts of damage.

A plastic straw takes more than a century to break down.

While studying, Nicole worked on the Great Barrier Reef as a marine biologist and saw the reef go through bleaching events in both 2016 and 2017, where she saw some of her favourite reefs die before her eyes. From her research she knew that there was something she could do to help.

The word is spreading. Many Ocean Grove cafes and restaurants are in the process of using reusable stainless steel or paper straws and doing away with the plastic variety.

Sold out Pink Day Pink Day High Tea was a raging success at the Ocean Grove Football Netball Club at the Shell Road Sports Pavilion on Saturday 12 May. The annual club fundraiser was sold out and took place on the same day as Ocean Grove played Queenscliff at home in Round 7.

All money raised went towards the Breast Cancer Network Australia.

Local musician Sam Hanson performed on the day. Meanwhile, the club is gearing up for

a huge day on Saturday with its reverse raffle.

The Big Draw will be held at the Shell Rd complex at 7pm and participants are in with a chance of winning $2500 in prizemoney. Contact the club for tickets.

Also, the club has a huge range of new merchandise available.

The club has partnered with Ghanda and has a fantastic new range of products for men, women and children.

Everything is done online and with orders delivered directly to the club, it couldn't be any easier. Check out www.ghanda.com/ oceangrovefnc.shopunited/ The past players day is also fast approaching.

All Grubber past players and officals should keep Saturday 16 June free as the club celebrates the 2003 flags in seniors, reserves and Under 18s, and the 1998 Under 18 flag.

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It's two more years Council has reappointed Anne Brackley and Helen Nikolas as community representatives on the Bellarine Multi-Arts Facility (Potato Shed) Committee.

Ms Brackley has been a member of the committee for four years, making a strong contribution thanks to her extensive knowledge of the Bellarine community.

She has served a diverse range of local community organisations, including a 12-year role as Springdale Neighbourhood House coordinator.

Ms Nikolas is a member of a number of arts organisations, including the Global Society for Arts and Health (USA) and Creative Arts and Integrative Therapies (Canada).

She is completing a Doctor of Public Health with a focus on arts and health, and is looking to become more involved in the arts community on the Bellarine.

"We're delighted that both Anne and Helen will be continuing their good work on the committee," council representative, Bellarine Multi-Arts Facility Committee Jim Mason said.

"The Potato Shed is an extremely valuable resource for the Bellarine, playing a significant role in the cultural, social and educational development of our community.

"We have an excellent opportunity to further build its reputation and services over the coming years, and Anne and Helen will play an important role."

The Committee's role is to promote and support the operation and development of the Potato Shed, which is a valuable community asset for the region.

Also on the Committee are two Council representatives, two representatives of Bellarine Secondary College, and two representatives of St Ignatius College Geelong.

Ms Brackley and Ms Nikolas have been appointed for a further two years.

Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Little Athletics Club champions Joshua and Michaela Payne.

Club champs Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Little Athletics Club held its presentation day recently.

Siblings Joshua and Michaela Payne took out the club champion awards while Charli Walker received a long-service award.

Age group winners and runners-up are as follows:

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Boathouse is recognised year's awards are: 1. The former Barwon Paper Mills, Fyansford for the restoration and creative reuse of a heritage place 2. A private dwelling at 59 Fairview Avenue, Newtown - for the restoration of a heritage place 3. A former boathouse at 20 Ozone Road, Barwon Heads - for the restoration and creative reuse of a heritage place 4. The former Belcher's Corner building (cnr Ryrie and Moorabool Streets) - for the restoration of a heritage place 5. A private dwelling at 39 Cumberland Street, Newtown - for the restoration of a heritage place, and the use of specialist heritage trade skills

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An original boathouse in Barwon Heads has been recognised in the 2018 Geelong Heritage Awards, presented by the City of Greater Geelong and the local National Trust branch.

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And then it was gone. The Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club and Dunes cafe was a hulking figure over the Ocean Grove beach horizon for decades. But now it is no longer. Richard Lunz took these pictures last week after the complex was demolished to make way for a brand new, state of the art facility that is expected to complete in early 2019

State View with Lisa Nevile 30 free TAFE course announced From 2019, TAFE courses in identified employment priority areas will be free for students across Victoria.

The State Government recognises that the cost of training can act as a barrier for many in getting the right skills and as such have moved to make 30 priority TAFE courses and 18 preapprenticeship courses free.

The ’Free TAFE for Priority Courses’ will reduce the financial barrier for students wanting to train in courses that lead to jobs that are most in demand from Victorian employers.

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For the full list of courses available or for more information, visit www.education.vic. gov.au/about/educationstate/Pages/freetafe. aspx Work begins on surf club On Saturday 5 of May I was pleased to officially turn the first sod to mark the commencement of works on the new, state of the

art Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club rooms.

I have worked very closely with the club over a number of years in getting the new facility planned and subsequently funded.

In regards to that funding, the State Government as a 2014 election commitment initially provided $2.675 million. But as the club diligently commenced planning for the works it became evident that there would be a shortfall in funding.

Recognising that it was essential the club did have a modern purpose built facility, given they patrol one of the state’s busiest beaches, I was more than happy to seek funding for the shortfall.

As a result, through this year’s state budget I was pleased to announce a further grant of $1.2 million ensuring the rooms would be built.

My congratulations go to the club, led by president David Pavia, the committee and all members who have done an outstanding job in planning and fund raising for the rooms.

Ocean Grove Tennis Club receives funding grant Recently I announced a State Government grant of $860,000 for the Ocean Grove Tennis Club to significantly upgrade to the clubs courts and rooms.

Like the Surf Life Saving Club, I was happy to have worked with the club and to have provided it support in funding its redevelopment.

I am especially pleased that the club focussed its redevelopment on ensuring tennis was available to people of all abilities and ages.

This is highlighted by the clubs plans to up-

grade two courts for its terrific wheelchair tennis program.

The plans also include providing full disability access to the club’s rooms and facilities such as toilets, change rooms and kitchen.

The Ocean Grove Tennis Club is the biggest tennis club on the Bellarine with over 400 members. The membership is constantly growing and includes both strong junior and veterans membership.

Defibs application Defibrillators for sporting clubs and Facilities Program are now open.

Our local sports clubs have another chance to apply for a new defibrillator and help save the lives of players, volunteers or spectators who suffer a sudden cardiac arrest.

Applications for the Defibrillators for Sporting Clubs and Facilities Program are now open.

The funding will this year provide 1000 life-saving defibrillators to clubs and facilities across the state.

The defibrillator roll out has been a huge success having already delivered hundreds of defibrillators to clubs all over the state, including on the Bellarine.

Applications for this program will close on 22 June 2018. For more information or to apply online visit www.sport.vic.gov.au.

As always, please don’t hesitate to contact me by email or call my office if there are any matters that I may be able to assist you with directly.

Hon Lisa Neville MP Member for Bellarine Phone: 52 501 987 lisa.neville@parliament.vic.gov.au Twitter @Lisanevillemp

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Olivia Hemphill as Adele.

Hot Club Swing will perform on 30 June.

Hot acts at Fireside Series the series off to a magnificent debut is Fireside Adele. Featuring the acclaimed Olivia Hemphill, this show recreates the music of one of this decade's most influential musical talents a true soul sensation and pop idol. Say 'Hello' to an intimate evening of powerful song, passion and verve.

The second evening of the Fireside Series invites patrons to join the renowned Hot Club Swing on Saturday 30 June as they revel in presenting the finest in French gypsy swing.

Patrons will find themselves immersed and enchanted by music from the heady days of

1930s Paris. Kick back and cavort.

Saturday 14 July (and back each year by popular demand) is Fireside ABBA with Bjorn to be Wild featuring the amazing voices of Angie Hilton and Sam Cocking. Collectively providing decades of professional performance experience, Fireside ABBA - Bjorn to be Wild guarantees to reignite the soul, fun and music of this legendary group which successfully crossed as many genres as it has generations.

With every song a memory, everybody will be singing along and who knows, you might just discover your Inner Dancing Queen.

On Saturday 4 August, the Fireside Seriesfinale will present Tapestry. This evening will celebrate the songs and stories of Carole King, Carly Simon, Joni Mitchell and Rickie Lee Jones - amazing women whose lives were connected by more than just music. Relive the psychedelic 70s with Gabrielle Troupe and troupe.

The limited tickets for the Fireside Series evenings cost $100 per person per show and include a three-course select a la carte dinner.

Drinks at bar prices.

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Staged in the Jack Rabbit Restaurant, each intimate event will feature a delicious threecourse select a la carte meal prepared by Executive Chef Dwayne Bourke and his creative culinary team.

The Fireside Series is always hugely popular and this year seems no exception.

First up on Saturday 16 June and getting

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Get active

Piping Hot Chicken Shop Check www.pipinghotchickenshop.com.au/ upcoming_gigs.html for upcoming gigs.

Drysdale Senior Citizens Hall Making waves music/poetry afternoon every fourth Sunday of the month, from 2pm5.30pm.

Maggie's Bar See Maggie's Bar's Facebook site for all upcoming events.

Ocean Grove Hotel See http://oceangrovehotel.com.au/whatson/ for upcoming events.

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. Contact oceangrovecalisthenics@gmail.com Senior Citizens Hall Ocean Grove Monday 9.15am, gentle exercises to music for 55-plus; 10.15am, gentle exercises to music for 65-plus. Phone Marg 5255 1335.

Thursday 1pm, Craft Group.

Uniting Church Hall Ocean Grove Wednesdays 9am volleyball, 9.30am exercises to music for all ages. Phone Marg 5255 1335.

Queenscliff RSL Hall Mondays 1.30pm, exercises using chairs for all ages. Phone Marg 5255 1335.

Leopold Hall, Bellarine Highway

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Markets and fairs Bellarine Community Farmers' Market Third Saturday of month, 9am-1pm, Ocean Grove Park.

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

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Tuesdays 7.45pm-10pm, Scottish Country Dance (formerly Ocean Grove). Phone 5251 3393.

Barwon Heads Community Hall Yoga and dance with Tara Lynch. Classes for all ages and abilities. Phone 0435 481 920.

Ocean Grove Scout Hall, The Avenue Ocean Grove Wednesday 7pm, 1st/2nd Ocean Grove Scout Group.

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 phone Helen 0411-534 899.

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Reading and writing Ocean Grove Library, corner Presidents Avenue and The Avenue.

Wednesdays 10.30am - Toddlertime.

Thursdays 11.30am, Babytime - Nursery Verses.

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Hall, Eggleston Street, Ocean Grove. Phone 0417 591 182.

Rotary Club of Ocean Grove, 6pm, Ocean Grove Bowling Club. Phone 0457 315 900.

Barwon Heads Chorale, 7.30pm, All Saints Church, Hitchcock Ave Barwon Heads. All abilities and voices welcome. Phone Jo on 5254 2670

After hours Bruce Ward 5255 8827.

Chord Club - meet to make music: every Wednesday, 4pm, at 101 The Terrace, Ocean Grove.

Jujitsu, 6.30pm juniors, 7.30pm adults, Surfside Centre. Phone Steve 0438 019 991.

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Mondays 10.30am - Preschool Storytime.

Third Tuesday of month 2.30pm-3.30pm, book chat for adults. Visit www.geelonglibraries.vic.gov.au Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre Program with a range of courses, classes and fun activities. Phone 5255 4294.

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Health and wellbeing Ocean Grove Hotel Last Friday of every month 1pm-3pm, Breast Cancer Support Group (lunch and nibbles).

Details Julie Rodger 0435 362 573.

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. Tuesday 6.15pm, Wednesday 9.30am, 11am, 6.30pm, Saturday 8am. History

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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.

Soft tennis, 1.30pm to 3.30pm, at Memorial Hall. A social soft tennis gathering for women over 55. Phone Jeanette 5256 1633.

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, 2pm, Ocean Grove Bowling Club.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

First Tuesday of every month Springdale Neighbourhood Centre get together for meet and greet the first Tuesday of month, 10.15am, to enjoy a free cuppa and a chat. Further details contact Jackie on 0439 473 244 or just come along.

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.

Ocean Grove Senior Citizens Club, The Terrace, Tuesdays at 1pm. Also Thursdays and Fridays, 1.30pm. Phone Dianne on 5255 2996.

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.

Those who are over 50 and would like to make new friends are welcome to join in. Contact Jackie on 0439 473 244.

Bellarine Business Women, from 7pm, Suma Park Winery, Bellarine Highway. For details contact info@bellarinebusinesswomen.com.au or 0412 199 467.

U3A Art Group: Drysdale meets every Wednesday at 1.15pm at Drysdale Tennis Club. Tutor is Dr Ted Reilly who usually gives a short talk on a technical topic such as Fifty Shades of Red or on a lesser-known Australian artist such as Dorrit Black before members follow their own projects for two hours. Enrol by visiting on Wednesday or by contacting the U3A office at Cobbin Farm, Grovedale, on 5244 5114 or mail@u3ageelong.org.au

Second Wednesday of every month Bellarine (Ocean Grove) Parkinson's Support Group, Church of Christ Hall, Tareeda Way, 1pm2pm 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 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.

Combined Probus Club of Ocean Grove, 10am, Shell Road Sports Pavilion. Phone Bryan Olsen 5255 1821.

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

Tuesdays

Wednesdays

Bellarine Peninsula Take off Weight Naturally Club meets Tuesday nights, 5.30pm, at Uniting Church

Ocean Grove and District Men's Shed, 9am to 1pm, 17 Smithton Grove. Phone 0475 418 377.

Fourth Monday of every month

First 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.

Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove.

Phone Ian 5256 2242 or Peter 0400 093 831.

First Thursday of every month Country Women's Association (CWA) Ocean Grove Nightlights Branch meeting 7.30pm Seniors Club 101 The Terrace Ocean Grove. New members and visitors welcome. Enquiries phone or message 0426-889 456.

Last Thursday of every month Ocean Grove Coastcare, 7pm, Ocean Grove Bowling Club. Environmental activities to protect the coastline. Phone Fran 0429 237 661.

Ocean Grove Craft and Chat Circle, Thursdays (during school term), 9.30am to 11.30am, $2, The Uniting Church Hall , Eggleston St. Country Women's Association (CWA) Ocean Grove Nightlights Branch social craft eve 7.30pm, Seniors Club 101 The Terrace Ocean Grove. New members and visitors welcome. Enquiries phone or message 0426-889456.

Fridays Barwon Branch of the Association of Independent Retirees, third Friday of each month from 10am to noon (except December and January) at Waurn Ponds Hotel. Lunch afterwards. Visitors welcome. Inquiries to 5258 3435 or 5278 9796.

Queenscliff Croquet Club Introduction to Croquet sessions on Fridays,1.30pm-3pm. For bookings, contact Ann 5278 3480 or Gail 5258 2270.

Saturdays

Last Wednesday of every month

Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 3pm-5pm, Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue. Phone Ian 5256 2242 or Peter 0400 093 831.

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.

Cancer Support Group, 10am, call Jean 0447 853 442 or Graeme 5255 3435.

Sundays

Thursdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 10am to noon at the

Bellarine Peninsula Church of Christ meets each Sunday at 10.30am at 17 Tareeda Way, Ocean Grove.

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Flavour and great service Blue Mountain Indian restaurant is now well established in the Ocean Grove restaurant scene.

Upstairs at the police station end of The Terrace, Blue Mountain specialises in tantalising Indian food and also includes halal dining options.

Host John Yonzon has years of experience as a chef and will make sure each meal is cooked to perfection. John has been in the industry for almost 25 years.

When asked what brought him to Ocean Grove, John simply pointed out the window of the restaurant to the amazing view of Bass Strait and the beach.

Blue Mountain serves all the usual delicious Indian fare including beef, chicken, seafood and lamb.

Order dinner online from 4.30pm seven days a week and the restaurant is open for dinner seven days a week for dining in. It's also open for lunch Wednesday to Sunday.

The banquets are among the most popular items on the menu and includes a 'kids banquet' which is customised especially for hungry little ones.

Oh, and don't forget the yummy desserts and vegetarian options.

Blue Mountain is at Shop 9/62 The Terrace Ocean Grove, open seven days for dinner including home delivery except Mondays.

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Handy, any way you like it two scrumptious pizzas for $34.

Of course the team doesn't just specialise in pizza. There's an extensive range of pastas to choose from, as well as rissotto, breads and dips, desserts and salads.

With two great locations, on The Terrace and at Marketplace, Ocean Grove Pizza and Pasta should be your next choice for a quality family meal.

The shop at 80 The Terrace is open daily from 5pm to 11pm for dine-in, take-away and delivery. Phone 5255 5555.

At Marketplace, you can order take-away or delivery on 5255 3040. Closed Monday and Tuesday.

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What do you do if you just can't be bothered cooking, but still want something decent that the entire family will be happy with?

The obvious answer is Ocean Grove Pizza and Pasta.

When Ocean Grovers think about pizza, they inevitably turn to the tried and true option - Ocean Grove Pizza and Pasta.

The team at Ocean Grove Pizza has been delivering quality pizzas and pastas to locals and holidaymakers for years.

What not try one of the new gourmet pizzas on offer. The gourmet vegetarian is a vegie lover's delight, while the peri peri has delicious marinated chicken strips and the pork belly, well that needs no introduction.

One of the most-popular specials is the 'two large pizzas' deal where you can order

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Rebuild, rejuvenate, restore As winter approaches, the immune system can become under the pump.

Naturopath Bettina Wren advises people to consider the season as a time to rebuild, rejuvenate and restore.

"If you slide into winter already a bit challenged you may need support/help," Bettina said.

"Our lives are so hectic; we push ourselves relentlessly, not honouring our health. Are you seeing some issues like, poor sleep, a lingering cold, or you just feel flat? It's time to take stock, health can be like a leaky vessel - let's plug the holes."

Bettina has a natural passion to heal people, commitment to health and desire to share her knowledge to all.

She has a degree in Naturopathy from Southern School of Natural Therapies, Melbourne (SSNT) and describes Naturopathy as 'a holistic approach to assisting the body to restore balance.'

Bettina is currently offering 15 minute Power Appointments (for one simple issue, $40.00).

Not to replace the in-depth Initial consultation designed to help restore wellbeing.

Specialising in cognitive change/decline, mood motivation and addiction, poor immune function/chronic fatigue/glandular fever/fibromyalgia, leaky gut/dysbiosis/wheat gluten food allergy/intolerance, women s health, children s issues.

Naturopathy is a holistic approach to assisting the body to restore balance.

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Support - doing the same thing gets the same results.

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Friendships - a common goal and interest means you make new friends.

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A very proud history We often plan for different milestones in our lives such as weddings, careers and even retirement - planning for our final goodbye makes just as much sense.

It seems that each year more and more Australians are planning their own celebration of life.

However, there are so many funeral products available today; it can be hard to know where to start.

Funeral consultants can be an excellent resource to better understanding the pros and cons for each of these products based on your personal situation.

Pre-paying or pre-arranging your funeral provides an opportunity to be remembered how you want; What type of funeral do you think your family will have for you? Are there things you want said? Are there things you want to be remembered for?

Planning ahead also allows your loved ones to focus on the memory of you, and not be thinking of the financial costs.

Alyson Burchell and Sue Marshman from Tuckers Funeral and Bereavement Service regularly host information sessions answering questions all about funerals and planning ahead.

"It is important to find the best option suited to your individual needs. A funeral today can cost over $10,000 and the costs rise annually, so understanding the benefit of a prepaid funeral and gaining the right information to make an informed choice can save money or prevent an expensive mistake," says Mrs Burchell.

Tuckers have a long and proud history of providing funeral care services to the Greater Geelong community.

"Many years ago a funeral would be held in the parlour of someone's home and everyone attending the service wore black. Today, funerals can be a private or public event, bringing together a mixture of memories, colours and

Milestone for Ocean Eyes May 2018 marks 10 years of tailored, individual eye care for Ocean Eyes Optometrists Ocean Eyes Optometrists Majella O'Connor and Marie Laurie are well known for their thoroughness, experience and dedicated clinical care.

But they do more than just test eyes; they provide a holistic and extensive consultation to deliver premium tailored eye examinations and personalised solutions for every client.

A 360-degree comprehensive eye consultation at Ocean Eyes Optometrists will include testing for eye diseases, precise determination of any spectacle correction and evaluation of how well customer's eyes work together.

They have the latest technology to ensure nothing is missed and inquire about particular visual tasks, computer use, general health and need for UV protection.

They will offer lens (or contact lens) advice and deliver an individually tailored solution to meet visual needs.

To book a 360-degree consultation at Ocean Eyes Optometrists, phone 5255 5655.

Sue Marshman and Alyson Burchell from Tuckers Funerals. reflections to personalise the celebration of life," Mrs Burchell says.

"We understand each funeral is unique, and reflects an individual personality - a funeral plan should be the same. Talking about funerals helps people to make informed choices, every day we see how important these conversations are for families."

Free information sessions are being held across the Greater Geelong region the first week of June.

These informal sessions will cover a wide range of topics relating to funeral plans, providing an opportunity to have your questions answered in person. For more details phone Tuckers on 5221 4788.

Optometrist Majella O'Connor can help customers with their 360 degree consultation.

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Dream HOME

Michael Higgins Building is the expert in renovations, too.

The total package Working in Bill's office for 15 years, Mike primarily focused on residential design projects and aged hostel facilities. In 2003, Mike embarked on his own journey, departing Queenscliff, with Bill's blessing and the MHBD office was formed.

With nearly 30 years of industry experience under his belt, Mike is able to offer clients a total package for any type of design project they might wish to undertake whether it be a residential, commercial or industrial project, a new build or renovations to existing.

He is a talented and accomplished designer, with a distinctive and identifiable style to his work.

As an Ocean Grove resident for over 34 years, Mike finds living and working in the area he operates in, provides a sound understanding of the local processes and real estate market trends.

Give them a call on 5255 3355 or pay them a visit at 1st floor, 4/78 The Terrace or visit mhbd.com.au.

Michael Higgins Building prides itself on excellence.

Every building we design begins with a relationship based on understanding, cooperation, suggestion and creation. It is a process that encourages individual expression in the building of something lasting and valued.

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Whether it's a new home, renovations, commercial properties, units or heritage homes, the team at Michael Higgins is there to make your dream a reality.

And best of all, Michael Higgins Building is proudly Ocean Grove.

Mike began his career in December 1988 in Queenscliff, working with highly respected architect Bill Reynolds.

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Golden whistler's cameo We've had some much needed rain over the past week, but with the rain came gale force winds, not great conditions for bird watching at all.

As a consequence I haven't got an awful lot to report.

In the last edition of The Voice I wrote that an Ocean Grove resident, Doug, had spotted a male golden whistler in his garden. Lo and behold, I was sitting at home one day when it was pouring with rain outside, and I heard a golden whistler, then saw it in a perfect position for a photo in one of the trees outside. I sneaked out into the back yard and took a quick snap (despite the rain) before the whistler flew off over the house, never to be seen again. What an exciting moment.

I had a bitter sweet moment a few days before this occurred. I had to go to Melbourne to visit family, and on the way back I called in to the check out the activity in the 'crake pond at Western Treatment Plant. A fellow bird watcher told me that he'd seen a few orangebellied parrots near Lake Borrie at the WTP, so I drove down in that direction in fading light.

The orange-bellied parrot, as is well known, is critically endangered with an estimated fewer than 50 left in the wild.

Orange-bellied parrots breed in Tasmania then migrate in the winter months to the southern coast of mainland Australia.The carefully managed population of OBP captive parrots is now spread among 10 facilities (including Healesville Sanctuary) and numbers over 340 birds. The two OBPs that I saw were apparently released last year at Western Treatment Plant and spent the summer months there.

The male orange-bellied parrot has bright green feathers on the head, back and wings,and yellowish-green coloured feathers on throat and breast. The belly has a bright orange patch. There is a deep blue band between the eyes. The male also has bright blue

Kevin's picture of an emu at Connewarre.

Whistling kite at Western Treatment Plant. on the bend of the wings. The female is duller, with less blue and has a smaller orange belly patch. Both males and females have a greyblack bill, a dark-brown eye and grey-brown legs. I felt so grateful that I was finally able to see these beautiful birds, but also so sad that their numbers have so dramatically declined.

If a raptor a day keeps the doctor away, then I will be very well for the rest of the year, because my brief trips to Curlewis over the past few weeks have yielded great numbers and very close encounters with both whistling kites and black kites, especially seen when the farmers were ploughing their fields. I've also seen wedge-tailed eagles, flame robins, cattle egrets and black-shouldered kites.

I just love Curlewis! I received an email from Kevin who spotted some grey teal, Pacific black ducks and black swans at Breamlea, and also a handsome pair of emus in a farm paddock in Connewarre. Thanks Kevin for your observations.

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Orange-bellied parrot at Western Treatment Plant.

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6 year old Jack is a complete local legend! Earlier this month Jack collected a bag of litter at the Flinders Parade Playground and his Mum kindly shared this photo with us. This was such an impressive effort that the CEO of the Victorian Environment Protection Authority, Nial Finegan, caught word and said “Jack you legend! We at EPA Vic know we can’t protect the environment alone and need local heroes like Jack”.

Picking up rubbish when you see it is one solution to the huge litter problem we have on the Barwon Coast. If you know a local litter legend we’d love to see your pics – send them through to us on our social accounts (listed below) or email marketing@ barwoncoast.com.au

Ocean Grove Surf Beach Complex The Ocean Grove Surf Beach Complex - the Dunes Restaurant and the Ocean Grove Surf Lifesaving Club is currently being demolished to make way for the construction of a new complex. We are excited to be making a start on this project after years of consultation and planning. The expected completion date for the building is March 2019. A tower that will enable the Ocean Grove Surf Lifesaving Club to conduct beach patrols will be completed by November 2018 in time for the start of the summer season.

Please be mindful that as of 1st May 2018 some of the seasonal dog control orders have changed. The onus is on those in control of dogs to know where they can and cannot take their dogs. For more info www.barwoncoast.com.au/domestic-pets Brochures also available from the City of Greater Geelong Customer Service Centre in Ocean Grove.

Safety and Environment Management Plan for the Local Port of Barwon Heads Do you feel safe whilst out on the Barwon Estuary? We are the appointed manager of the Local Port of Barwon Heads which is defined as the waters from near shore in Bass Strait to the Barwon River mouth to Sheepwash Road in Barwon Heads. As part of our role we have prepared a Safety and Environment Management Plan which can be viewed at www.barwoncoast.com.au/boating. Comments are welcomed.

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Our state champs Ocean Groves Midweek Pennant Division One champions showed that last year's State Pennant championship was no fluke when they successfully defended their crown last week in Moama.

The Grovers became the first club in Victoria to go back to back for this championship and again carried it out in fine style albeit a shaky start to the competition.

The first round match against the Strzelecki region side Yallourn showed early signs of a premiership hangover as the Geelong based Grovers were very slow to hit their straps.

Maybe it was the expectation of pre-tournament favourites that created a few unsettling nerves in the early stages as Yallourn bounced out of the blocks and at one stage charged their way to a 16-shot advantage. With 30 of the 45 ends completed the Ocean Grove side somehow mounted the comeback that would eventually see the champion side take glory 39-35.

Elaine Price, Terry Thomas, Jeff Howarth and Matt Flapper produced the necessary margin to ensure the overall board was a positive for the Grover's with their rinks 16-9 round one win.

For Elaine Price, Terry Thomas, Rod Brehaut and Faye Richardson getting the first game out of the way with a win was a bonus as they were new additions to last years champion side.

Last years State Pennant runner up Benalla would be the second round opponent and with a new addition to their side former State Representative Matt Robertson they were the team that the Grover's would need to overcome in their title defence.

Garry Redford, Patricia Virtue, Gary Burkett and skipper Rod Brehaut stood tall in their battle with Robertson and with Brehaut playing outstanding conversions they silenced their opposition to win the rink 18-11.

Next door however Carol Howarth, Marg Carroll, Michael Allen and skipper Faye Richardson rebounded from their round one rink defeat playing great bowls to record a convinc-

Ocean Grove, State Pennant champions. ing 19-8 victory while Flapper's rink up 21-5.

Overall a convincing win 58-24 which showed that Grove was now on track to have a red hot go at defending the crown.

The surface for round threes match would provide enough challenges let alone what the opposition team Mildura would throw at Grove as they took to the sluggish Moama grass green. Possibly one of the slowest grass greens many of Ocean Grove's players would have experienced, but the team managed to adjust quickly and comfortably got the third win of the event 52-30. Brehaut's foursome in control with their 23-6 scoreline.

Shepparton Park was quietly going about its business while the focus was starting to look towards the form of the Grover's also recording three wins from as many starts. The fourth round encounter the crunch game as to who would firm as favourites to take out the section.

Ocean Grove was ready for the challenge and form and momentum was starting to build.

Brehaut again clinical on the Moama carpet, whilst Price put on a clinic on how to lead as she dominated the woven carpet surface.

The win 48-30 capped off a powerful three game performance on the greens for the day with the side in a dominating position heading into the final round against Dromana the next morning.

Five from five sectional matches ensured

there would be no count back with the round five victory against Dromana by 20 shots, 48-28.

The final standings on the table in Section A Ocean Grove 10 points plus 98 shots while Shepparton Park accounted for Benalla in the final round to finish second on eight points plus 24 shots.

One last hurdle was left to overcome and it would not be an easy jump, Metropolitan winner Croydon dominated Section B with an unblemished record amassing 118 shots up for the five rounds.

The final match of the two form teams was set to be a cracker.

Both sides traded early blows as the match went shot for shot, Brehaut and his foursome started strong as too did Faye Richardson's Croydon's opponents. The two rink margins cancelled each other out whilst the Matt Flapper team held slight advantage by 2-3 shots in the early stages.

After 35 of the 54 scheduled ends the defending champs opened up a healthy 12-shot margin. Croydon produced one last ditch effort to get back into the match and after 50 ends had reduced the margin to five shots.

With four ends to play it was Matt Flapper's rink in charge of defending that five-shot margin. Brehaut had finished 15-13 up while Richardson's foursome produced some late magic in their match to come from nine behind to only go down by one 14-15 against the undefeated Croydon rink skipped by John Dixon.

Flapper's rink finished 14-10 and remained undefeated for the carnival while the Grovers etched their club's name into the record books for the second successive year. The State Pennant crown was returning to Ocean Grove.

A mixed bag for Bellarine A mixed bag would be the best way to describe the most recent Bellarine Storm VJBL results.

In homes games, five of eight Storm teams recorded victories.

The night began slowly with the 12 2 girls and 12 3 boys suffering defeats before the 12 1 boys and 14 1 boys got the night back on track for the home club coming out on the right side of close results.

The 14 3 boys battled hard but came up short against Whittlesea before the positive results returned for the Storm.

The 16 1 girls completed a strong performance with a 15 point win over Dandenong which was matched by the 21 boys who accounted for Coburg 44-33.

The 16 1 boys capped off the home schedule in a close battle with Diamond Valley, holding off the eagles by five points to improve their season record to 3-2.

The road wasn't a deterrent for the 12 2 boys who smashed Werribee by 40 points to continue their strong start to the season. The 12 1 girls and 16 2 girls also came home with the chocolates. The former recording a 29-15 win at Bulleen and the latter defeating Melbourne 32-24.

The game of the night however, pitted the undefeated 21 girls against fellow contender and equally undefeated Sandringham. The game lived up to expectations with Sabres managing to protect their home court and take top rung on the ladder by six points despite the best efforts of Teagan Tatlock (35 points) and Nikita Handley (26 points).

The past fortnight has also seen further development programs kick off. The Storm under 12s and under 14s have begun academy training under the guidance of Development and High Performance Manager Tim Sanderson.

Cobras into the full swing of new season UNDER 13s Division 1 Cobras 7.14 (56) def Colac 5.7 (37): Colac travelled to the Snake Pit and were bitten by the Cobras in an even team performance led by Ryan Drinkwater, Will Irwin, Brayden Lewis and Luke Devlin.

Division 2 Cobras (16) def Geelong Amateur (83): The Amateur boys proved to be a slick outfit across four quarters. Jamieson Hallam battled all day to be our best player. Awards: Jamieson Hallam, James Barry, James Stow, Riley Hynsen.

Division 7 Cobras 7.7 (49) def Anakie 3.2 (20):The boys produced a mighty four quarters for their first win of the season. Archie Fleet was dangerous up forward kicking three goals, Brodie Styles and Seamus Hayter attacked the ball ferociously and Thomas Staehr dominated across half back.

UNDER 11s Cobras White 4.7 (31) def by Barwon Heads Gulls 10.8 (68): The boys were unable to prevail in the Battle of the Bridge after a much improved second half. Lachlan Morrow and Hugo Walsh attacked every contest while Lachlan Martin and Xavier Morgan both improved with increased skill and effort.

Cobras Orange 6.0 (36) def by Torquay 8.13 (61): Oranges fought hard into the wind and kicked straight. They are learning to react and were gracious in defeat against a better side.

Awards: Tommy Walsh (captain), Ollie Terhorst, Xavier Wallace and Harrisyn Wingrave Cobras Blue 7.8 (50) def Lara Hynes 6.7 (43): Team started strongly with the wind to lead by a one point lead at the half. Huge team defensive effort kept us in the game. Tane Napier, Liam Seddon, Gus McCartney and Tom Snowden pivotal. Riley Molloy too. Awards: Riley Molloy, Griffin Burgess, Max McGuane, Joe McGregor, Will Cunningham.

UNDER 10s Cobras Blue 5.3 (33) def Ammos Sutterby 4.5 (29): In a tight contest, the team never gave up in tough conditions to clinch a late win.

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Bellarine Bears women's team after their first game.

Bears strive for inclusion

By Christina Cameron

The Cobras White team put on great defence as Lara Hynes player Lucas Paatsch attempts to kick the ball. 181025 for his precise kicking.

Cobras Orange 3.7 (25) def by Jumping Joeys 4.2 (26): Closest contest this year and the boys had to work hard from defence all day. Joeys just too good by a point. Great effort boys.

Awards: Ben Miners, Keegan Johnso, Arther White and skipper Henry Belmar-LeBel. Cobras White 4.3 (27) def by St Mary's Mathieson 9.10 (64): In a congested and scrappy game, we were outplayed in the second term quarter boys hung in there in the second half with some strong tackling. Awards: Michael Mc Guane, Jackson DeJong, Jonah Van Uijtert, Charlie Eales.

UNDER 9s Cobras White 4.4 (28) def Leopold Ruggles 1.2 (8): The OGCC U9 white team turned up with game faces on and played play clean possession football in windy and challenging conditions. Best: Johnson, Mason, Robinson and Hunter.

Cobras Red 4 def by South Barwon 69: The boys tried really hard all game. Special men-

tions to Archie McCallum, Fletcher CurranMcKew, Kaylan Wiley and Troy Stibbard, who provided the highlight of the day with mark of the year.

Cobras Blue 10.9 (69) def Lara Christensen 2.1 (13): Outstanding skills and teamwork were the highlight in Blue's best performance to date. Mason McKnight set a great example and Hudson Stephenson was rewarded for his hard work with great support from Nate Donovan and Jude de Jong.

Cobras Orange 18 def by Flying Joeys 51: What a great game by our boys versus an experienced St Joeys side. We are improving and gaining confidence each week. Awards: Sonni Andrews (captain everywhere), Rhys O'Neil, Teddy McCartney, Finn Wallace.

Cobras Allan 1.1 (7) def by Modewarre Harvey 12.15 (87): Captains James Carty and Xavier Hanson won the toss and led from the front but Modda were too good. Great efforts: Hayden Campbell Ben Mifsud. Awards: James Carty, Tai Sendeckyj, Jack Crea and Alistair Hill.

Bellarine Bears Baseball Club in Wallington are celebrating their 40th year as a family.

Priding themselves on inclusion, the club has created something substantial in the hope that for years to come men, women and children on the Bellarine Peninsula and the greater Geelong surrounds will be able to play baseball. This year is the first time in the club's history that they have been able to enter an entire women's team into the competition and with the launch of the new logo, the club is looking towards the future.

Starting from the end of last season, Bellarine became more motivated to be apart of history, gathering a team made of women that want to play baseball.

With people who have played before, some who are new to the sport and club all together and some who are mums of junior players at the club become more involved and included.

The aim of this was to get more juniors into the sport, in particularly young girls, and to get them to want to play baseball. It was previously a struggle to keep young girls playing, because the boys have always outnumbered them. As a club it's exciting to see this team grow and prosper and wanting to win.

Wanting to find out more? Head on over to the Bellarine Bears Facebook page and check them out. Message the page for more information on getting involved with the family, junior programs or tee ball that is run on Sunday mornings.

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Grubbers show strength

By Emma Badrock There was a great atmosphere at the annual 'Pink Day' match against Queenscliff, with lots of strong junior netball on display.

Round 7 vs Queenscliff 13/1 - Ocean Grove 9 vs Queenscliff 13 It was an extremely tough match for the Under 13 girls, with both teams giving it everything they had. Grove went into the final quarter with a three-point buffer but Queenscliff proved to be too strong and ended up taking the win.

Best: Lexie Annand 13/2 - Ocean Grove 14 vs Queenscliff 8 Queenscliff started the match off well but Ocean Grove ramped it up after quarter time to take the lead which they kept right through to the end.

Best: Lily Hallam, Ella McGlynn, Zoe Hildebrandt.

15/1 - Ocean Grove 22 vs Queenscliff 9 After a close first quarter, Ocean Grove was able to take the lead and dominate the second half, taking the win by 13.

Best: Annabelle Soppitt, Anna Smith, Jordan Coad.

15/2 - Ocean Grove 18 vs Geelong Amateur 26 The U15 Division 2 girls took on Geelong Ammos this week. They started the game off strong in the first quarter before the Ammos came back to level things up at half time. Unfortunately for Ocean Grove, Geelong was too strong and went on to control the second half.

17/1 - Ocean Grove 34 vs Queenscliff 18 It was another convincing win for the U17s this week. After coming out strong to lead the first quarter, Queenscliff could't keep it up for the rest of the game, allowing Ocean Grove to take control.

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Best: Elli Campbell, Isabelle Teague, Jessie Allen.

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It was an easy match for the U17/2s who took out the win against Queenscliff. Despite having a few players missing, they were able to

come together and control all areas of the court.

Best: Caitlin Harris, Jorja Connellan, Taylah Jeffrey.

Upset loss for Ocean Grove A Graders before the bye Ocean Grove suffered an upset loss when it was defeated by Queenscliff.

The A Grade Grubbers lost 44 to 46 in a thriller despite leading by three goals at the last break.

They will use the bye weekend as an opportunity to regroup and hopefully return in the good form they have shown throughout the earlier.

The loss saw Grove slip to fourth spot, but still a game clear of fifth placed Ammos.

The B Grade also went down by two in another thriller. The team is in fourth place on the ladder, half a game clear of Torquay.

Ocean Grove 27 def by Queenscliff 27 Best: Alyse Okeefe, Isabelle Hacket, Claudia Britt The C Grade side had a good win with Laura Howard dominating. The side is well entrenched inside the top four in third spot.

Ocean Grove 27 def Queenscliff 12 Best: Laura Howard, Kate Titheridge, Isabelle Teague The D Graders are on top of the table following a convincing win against the Coutas.

Nikita Walsh was best on court.

Ocean Grove 28 def Queenscliff 13 Best: Nikita Walsh, Kim Carroll, Shereen Wolfe E Grade: bye The Under 19s had their first win of the season, knocking off Queenscliff by a goal with Gemma Bell a key player.

Ocean Grove 16 def Queenscliff 15 Best: Gemma Bell, Rachel Mercer, Coco Fraser

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Grubbers back on track

By Mark Heenan Ocean Grove won a hard-fought contest over BFL finals challenger Queenscliff despite the absence of three key defenders at Ray Menzies Memorial Oval on 12 May. The Grubber backline duo of Peter Hardy (flu) and Kaiden Long (teeth) were sidelined, while Patrick Maloney will miss a further six weeks after he suffered a broken collarbone in Round 5 against Torquay.

Ocean Grove's injury woes were compounded with a shoulder injury to Corey Walter against the Coutas, while star on-baller James Linton copped a knock to his jaw during the match.

"I've done some damage to my AC joint - yeah could be (out for) four weeks," Walter said.

Equally Queenscliff was without former Drysdale and Leopold player Ben Carmichael (ankle), while Justin Maher and Caleb Whitley both sustained injuries during the game.

Ocean Grove 9.15 (69) defeated Queenscliff 8.7 (55) by 14 points.

Ocean Grove sits in fourth position with a 5-2 record, while second-placed Anglesea (52) and Geelong Amateur (5-2) in third spot are higher on ladder with a superior percentage.

Barwon Heads remains the only BFL team undefeated after seven rounds.

Despite the home side kicking with a howling breeze in the first quarter, an understrength Ocean Grove defence was under immense pressure after the visitors rose to the challenge with four goals.

Queenscliff led by one point at quarter time.

Silky Couta Regan Greenwood had the ball on a string early to set up vital plays, while James Linton help the home side get back on level terms with a dominant end to the first quarter up forward.

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It was a low scoring second quarter, both sides kicked one goal apiece and Queenscliff failed to extend their margin at half time with its one-point advantage.

The inaccurate Grubbers got on top in the third quarter amidst the windy and rainy conditions with the home side kicking 4.8 at goal to lead Queenscliff by 17 points at the final break.

Ocean Grove defender Glenn Campbell reduced Couta forward Daniel Degois to one goal, while youngster Mitch Lindkvist's twogoal haul got the Grubbers up and about.

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Grubber Adam Gerdtz, last year's reserves grade best-and-fairest winner, played his first senior match for 2018.

Jake Carmody finished with three goals for Ocean Grove and increased his season tally to 20 goals.

In the Under 19s Division 2 Bendigo Bank Cup Ocean Grove thrashed Queenscliff by 69 points.

Final scores Ocean Grove 14.15 (99) defeated Queenscliff 4.6 (30).

The Grubbers flew out of the blocks with a six-goal first term, while Queenscliff remained scoreless at quarter time.

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The Grubbers next match is against Drysdale at Ray Menzies Memorial Oval on Saturday 26 May. Senior match starts at 2.10pm.

SENIOR SCOREBOARD OCEAN GROVE 8.11 (59) d QUEENSCLIFF 7.7 (49) OCEAN GROVE Goals: J. Carmody 3, M. Lindkvist 2, J. Carey, J. Linton, J. Anderson, C. Marchbank Best: J. Carey, J. Linton, L. Cartelli, J. Anderson, G. Campbell, M. Lindkvist

Winning streak continues Ocean Grove reserves grade extended their winning streak to four games after it produced an amazing come from behind victory against Queenscliff on 12 May. Trailing by 25 points at three quarter time, the Grubbers took advantage of a strong wind in the final term with five unanswered goals and came away with a 10-point victory.

The Coutas led by one point at half time and kicked 5.1 in the third quarter with the aid of a breeze.

The win propelled Ocean Grove into fifth place with a 4-3 record - an excellent turnaround after the Grubbers were languishing in ninth place with 0-3 after three rounds.

Final scores Ocean Grove 8.11 (59) to Queenscliff 7.7 (49).

Ocean Grove kept Queenscliff scoreless in the fourth quarter.

Grubber forward Matt Bellingham was dominant and played a pivotal role in the final term.

Bellingham finished with three goals.

Ocean Grove reserves grade playing coach Cheyne Kelly, James Peers, Zac Havey, Sam Spencer Ned Thorley all each kicked one goal.

Queenscliff's Raymond Butler kicked two goals.

Rhys Hobbs staked his claim for a senior game soon with a best afield display.

James Teague, Logan Popple and Daniel Cooper, in his first games, were standout contributors for Ocean Grove. Bellingham was named second best for Grove and has been in the top three players during the past three games.

The Grubbers have a chance to consolidate a spot in the five this week against seventh placed Drysdale, which has won three games this season.

SCOREBOARD OCEAN GROVE 8.11 (59) D QUEENSCLIFF 7.7 (49) Goals: M. Bellingham 3, C. Kelly, J. Peers, Z. Harvey, S. Spencer, N. Thorley.

Best: R. Hobbs, M. Bellingham, J. Teague, L. Popple, D. Cooper, H. Hoober.

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Having a ball on the court This is how competitive sport should be played.

Hard, tough, wanting to win, but doing so with a positive attitude.

Mark Heenan took this photograph of the A Grade netball game between Ocean Grove and Queenscliff.

All four players have smiles on their faces, but are competing fairly for the ball.

For the record, Queenscliff won a thriller by just two goals, but in our eyes everyone was a winner on the day. Full report and more pictures on page 30.

Locals star in big clash Three Ocean Grove senior footballers shined in the Bellarine Football Netball League Interleague victory over Wimmera Football Netball League in Horsham on Saturday.

Star Grubber trio including Ocean Grove captain James Linton, Andrew Jarvis and Jahd Anderson were named in the star studded final 23-man BFL Interleague squad.

Bellarine FNL defeated 12.11 (83) Wimmera FNL 6.10 (46) by 37 points at Horsham City Oval.

Grubber ruckman Andrew Jarvis was named best player, while James Linton starred in the midfield and fellow team-mate Jahd Anderson finished with one goal.

Linton, BFL Interleague captain, was presented with a Victoria Country Football League cup trophy alongside Bellarine FNL

Interleague coach Mark Hildebrandt after the match.

Dangerous Anglesea forward Jordan Erskine snared six goals, while Barwon Heads based BFL leading goalkicker Mitchell Phelps and Torquay goalsneak Billy Henderson each both kicked two goals.

Based on 2018 Worksafe Country Championship rankings prior to Interleague clash Bellarine was ranked 16th, while Wimmera was 17th.

SCOREBOARD BELLARINE FNL 12.11 (83) DEF WIMMERA FNL 6.10 (46) BELLARINE FNL Goal Kickers: J. Erskine 6, M. Phelps 2, B. Henderson 2, A. Donohue, J. Anderson.

Best Players: A. Jarvis, J. Erskine, J. Linton, W. Barnes, J. Finch, B. Sutterby.

Grubber players Jahd Anderson, Andrew Jarvis and James Linton played in Bellarine Football Netball League''s victory over Wimmera FNL victory.

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