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PREMIERS Ocean Grove won the Bellarine Netball League D Grade premiership on Saturday. The Grubbers were too good for Torquay in the decider at Drysdale.

They are pictured here as the final siren sounded to end the game with Grove 30 to 18 winners. For more Mark Heenan Media pictures, see page 30.

Move questioned

By Justin Flynn Labor Member for Bellarine Lisa Neville has questioned her Liberal rival's motive for moving to Ocean Grove recently.

The Liberal candidate for Bellarine at the upcoming state election, Brian McKiterick, moved to Ocean Grove from Torquay a few months ago since being named as the party's representative to contest the election.

But Ms Neville was having none of it when the Voice asked her about Mr McKiterick's move last Friday.

"He's the Surf Coast Shire councillor, he's come down here just like Ron Nelson did last time, rented a house and left as soon as he lost," she said.

"I think it's taking the piss out of the community to be honest."

Brian McKiterick has served as a police of-

ficer throughout Victoria for the past 40 years and has been a Surf Coast Shire Councillor for 10 years, including two terms as mayor.

"What I know is that for over 20 years I have lived and worked with this community across the Bellarine and I think my understanding of the Bellarine could not be questioned," Ms Neville said.

"I love this place and I support it - I live in Geelong West and I have lived there for 24

years in the same house with my son and I'm five minutes from my electorate.

"I'm not going to pretend like he is to rent a house when he's a Surf Coast Shire councillor who's had nothing to do with the Bellarine for any of his working life. That's fine, he lived in Torquay and that's fantastic, but to now pretend he's an Ocean Grove resident - I'm sure if he loses he won't be here."

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Sponsorship and fundraising manager Ros Williamson is a management consultant specialising in change management strategy, training and communications.

Ros has worked in senior HR/quality roles in CSL, Telstra, TAFE NSW and Melbourne Health.

She moved to Ocean Grove last year from inner Melbourne with her husband Kacey to be closer to her daughter and grandchildren as well as to enjoy all that the area offers.

With her husband, she is keen to contribute to the development of the community and in particular to the growth of the OGSLSC as it enters a new era with the long-awaited opening of new club facilities in 2019.

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Simone White Social and lounge manager Simone White is a nurse of 23 years currently working as a community nursing coordinator for Barwon Health and a hospital coordinator at Epworth Geelong.

She has worked as the club's member wellbeing officer and has a special interest in the health and safety of both for members and beach users.

Simone is a regular on surf patrols, occasionally competes in competitions and holds her Bronze Medallion and certificates as an IRB driver and crew, first aid, advanced resuscitation, beach management and spinal management.

Simone also assists Ocean Grove SLSC as the club's social media administrator, OH&S officer and first aid officer.

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Club president David Pavia is confident Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club can maintain its large membership presence this season despite no clubrooms on site.

Pavia conceded works on its multi-million building re-development would pose challenges for members with no clubroom access to Ocean Grove beach, one of Victoria's busiest and most popular surf beaches.

In the club's annual report for 2017/18, Ocean Grove SLSC increased its total membership base to 932 members up from 867 members from the previous season and 894 members in 2015/16.

The club had in excess of 300 junior activity members aged between 5-13 years and accumulated more than 200 general member sign ups in 2017/18.

"We expect similar membership numbers this season," Pavia told the Voice.

"The experience from other clubs that have undergone major rebuilds is that membership numbers may increase by up to 50 per cent in the years following a rebuild."

Pavia said while a new patrol tower is expected to be completed for OGSLSC's first summer surf patrols which commence on Saturday 1 December, the club faced significant hurdles without social club and bar facilities.

"The lack of a building over summer will create a number of challenges for OGSLSC although we are pretty confident that the patrol tower will be complete in time for the patrol season," Pavia said.

"We can use the tower as a first aid room and we have storage for patrol gear and so we

can run fully operational patrols throughout the summer.

"Not having a social space is a challenge and we will be looking at a number of venues for social events.

"We are investigating a number of options for social events and may make use of our club tents more than ever."

Pavia said the club building re-development was still on track to be completed by April/May in 2019.

"The current works are progressing well with the patrol tower ground floor slab and first floor slab already poured," he said.

"The main building ground floor slab has been poured and the blockwork walls are going up quickly, I understand that the project is on target for a completion date of April/May 2019."

MEANTIME the Ocean Grove SLSC Management Committee for 2018/19 met for a planning day at the Point Lonsdale Surf Life Saving Club on Sunday 2 September.

It was the club's first official meeting with the management committee since the Ocean Grove SLSC annual general meeting last month.

The Voice met two of the new management committee members Simone White, social and lounge manager, and Ros Williamson, sponsorship and fundraising manager.

"It's great to welcome some new faces onto the committee this year," Pavia said.

"Each member of the committee brings an unique skillset with them and has a different insight into club operations.

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Panel hearing now closed The panel hearing into amendment C375 the Barwon Heads Structure Plan closed on Thursday after seven days of evidence and argument for and against the existing settlement boundary.

Save Barwon Heads Alliance's (SBHA) legal team brought ecological evidence regarding the fragility of the Ramsar wetlands and the risks posed to them by urban development.

SBHA said it was encouraged and supported by DELWP who brought similar evidence.

"On the other side we heard four days of

evidence in support of moving the settlement boundary from the land owners to the west of the boundary," SBHA said in a statement.

"They advocated for yet another strategic process to determine the settlement boundary implying the tidal channel to be the correct physical boundary. This would represent over a 40% increase to the township.

"Council produced a very strong defence of the settlement boundary. SBHA congratulates COGG on the strength and comprehensiveness of this work."

The panel's report will be delivered to council within six weeks. Council will then deliberate on that at a council meeting likely in October or November.

Meanwhile, the recently refurbished Barwon Heads Hall was opened last Friday.

The $135,000 refurbishment was made possible with a state government community support fund grant of $110,000, while the hall's committee of management contributed $25,000.

The hall was re-opened by Member for Bel-

larine Lisa Neville.

The funding was used to replace the entire original floor including stumps, bearers, joists and boards of the hall which was built in 1938.

Barwon Heads Hall is widely used by the local community for markets, film nights, exercise classes, meetings, concerts and social functions.

In more recent times the Barwon Heads war memorial was relocated to the halls grounds and now hosts the annual ANZAC and Remembrance Day services.

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Mannix Walsh, Kira Savage and Joshua O'Neil have enjoyed their time volunteering at Ocean Grove Toy Library. 184793

Four young Ocean Grovers are giving back to the community by volunteering at the local toy library.

Mannix Walsh and Freya Borg from Ocean Grove Primary School, Bellarine Secondary College's Joshua O'Neil and Surfside Primary's Kira Savage have been donating or have donated their time at Ocean Grove Toy Library and love it.

Mannix is volunteering on Saturdays for the duration of term three.

"It sounded like fun - seeing all the toys and happy kids and helping their parents," he said.

"Volunteering is important so that young people can get experience in working.

"Volunteering also helps people have better lives and makes me feel happy that other people are happy."

Year 8 student Joshua started volunteering at the toy library in 2016 as part of the Ocean Grove Rotary Club Youth Program.

"I chose to help out at the toy library, since my family used a toy library when I was little," he said.

"My favourite part of being at the toy library is seeing the kids' excitement when they come in and choose new toys.

"It is important to volunteer, without them in the community there wouldn't be as many activities. It makes the community richer when families have more options. It's a small sacrifice of time but it helps to contribute."

Kira worked at the toy library for term two.

"I did it for the Rotary Junior Community Award and I thought it would be different to try something new and it turned out really fun," she said.

"I liked borrowing/returning toys on the computer and working/changing up the display."

Freya also chose the toy library as part of the Rotary Junior Community Award.

"I was doing the Rotary Junior Community Award and I saw the toy library while doing karate next door," Freya said.

"I loved the idea of volunteering at the toy library. So the fun began.

"I believe volunteering is important because it allows people to access amazing things like the toy library.

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Kids are in good hands If your children are being educated by Sarah Nicholls they are in good hands.

The Headstart Early Learning Centre Ocean Grove educator was a finalist in G8 Education's national Standout Educator Awards program.

Selected from 10,000 educators across the country, Sarah was nominated by her parents and peers for her outstanding contribution to the wellbeing and healthy development of the children in their care.

Centre Manager Melissa Humphries said the recognition was testament to Sarah's dedication to providing superior learning and development outcomes for local children.

"The Standout Educator Awards highlight the special contribution educators like Sarah make to the lives of the children in their care," she said.

"To be selected is not only reward for her dedication to providing quality early childhood education and care, it also emphasises the special bond that she has with the children entrusted in her care."

Sarah said she was excited yet humbled to be nominated in the national awards program.

"It's a privilege to be able to work with children each day - they teach me so much," she said.

"I'm really honoured to have been recognised by my families."

Ocean Grove CFA's Mick Doyle, Greg Bellew, Andrew Shearer, Casey Day, Laura Clarke, Robert Shinnick and Ian Beswicke may well save your life.

CFA to deliver CPR Victoria's fire services are now able to assist in cardiac survival rates in an initiative with Ambulance Victoria.

That means Ocean Grove CFA career firefighters can deliver Emergency Medical Response (EMR) aimed at increasing potentially life-saving medical assistance at the scene of emergency incidents.

They are among 35 CFA brigades helping to protect more Victorian lives by responding to life-threatening medical emergencies alongside Ambulance Victoria paramedics.

The state government has provided $46.7 million in funding to implement the EMR program at all integrated CFA brigades over a fouryear period from 2015.

CFA Operations Manager Tony O'Day said

sult of a successful pilot and was already wellestablished at the Metropolitan Fire Brigade.

"In a cardiac arrest, what you do before emergency services arrive can greatly improve the chance of someone's survival," Mr Erwin said.

"Call triple zero for assistance and listen carefully to the call taker who can provide instructions for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Any CPR is better than no CPR. "Early CPR provides blood flow to a person's brain and vital organs, and means they have a better chance of survival when medical help arrives.

"Early bystander defibrillation through the use of Public Access Defibrillators increases the chance of survival even further."

the program means firefighters and paramedics are dispatched at the same time to treat unconscious, non-breathing or pulseless patients.

As a result, it will become more common to see both a fire truck and an ambulance at life-threatening medical emergencies in the Bellarine region.

"By working together we have a better chance of saving someone's life," he said.

"Our message to the public is: firefighters take on many and varied roles so don't be surprised if a firefighter arrives at your door in the event of a life-threatening medical emergency and do not turn them away. Every second counts in emergencies."

Ambulance Victoria Acting Regional Director Duncan Erwin said the program was the re-

Sarah Nicholls was a finalist in G8 Education's national Standout Educator Awards program.

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Town boundaries a priority for Labor MP Continued from front page Ms Neville said Labor would continue to announce election commitments in the lead up to the 24 November state election.

She said maintaining the boundaries of towns on the Bellarine was a priority.

"Yes Ocean Grove's a growth corridor, but all the other townships around it, we don't want to see join up to Ocean Grove either," she said.

"That's a key priority in terms of really trying to protect the quality of life and the amenity here.

"Barwon Heads is not a growth corridor and I think they absolutely deserve a guarantee that the urban boundaries not be changed.

"Both of them (Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads) are fantastic seaside communities one's bigger than the other, but they still have a quality about them that they want to protect in the future.

"That's an issue for all of the Bellarine. The message is clear, people don't want to see townships join up, they don't want to lose their green spaces, they don't want to have massive high-rise buildings. I'll be looking at ways to make sure we can protect those communities."

Ms Neville responded to Mr McKiterick's vision to have a permanent police station built in Leopold.

"It's clear in the police act. Section 10 says very clearly that no one can tell police where to put their resources or where to build a station," she said.

"Last time when they came into government in 2014, they committed to build Waurn

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Big Day Out Ocean Grove Coastcare will hold a 'Big Day Out' to encourage beautification of our coastline.

Weeding, planting native vegetation and litter removal in the dunes will be the focus of the day, which will be held on Sunday 16 September from 10am to noon.

Participants are asked to wear covered shoes; children welcome accompanied by an adult.

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Lisa Neville says the Bellarine Peninsula is one of the safest places in the world to live.

Ponds and make it 24 hours and Ken Lay, who was the chief commissioner at the time, said 'no way, it's not going to be 24 hours'.

"You have to be realistic with communities in what you can deliver. He realises that, he's a police officer. I think what we want is members of parliament who actually respect and take advice from the chief commissioner on these matters and where and how to deploy these resources.

"If you're going to do it, show us the money and show where the extra police you'd need as well."

Ms Neville, who is the minister for police and water, said the Bellarine is a safe place to live and work.

"Despite what you'd read in Melbourne papers, the Bellarine would be one of the safest places in the world to live and we want to keep it that way," she said.

"What we know is working with communities, that partnership and being locally based police who patrol and have the connections is what can keep people safe and Ocean Grove (police station) delivers that in spades."

VIEW is a national women's organisation with over 15,000 members in more than 300 communities, including Ocean Grove, who volunteer, fundraise and advocate for children's education charity The Smith Family.

For over five decades, dedicated members have been making the most of mutual friendship and support to help change the lives of thousands of disadvantaged Australian children and young people.

VIEW is always looking for new members to join its clubs. Women of all ages and backgrounds are invited to join.

The region has four clubs: Drysdale (president Wendy Simpson, drysdaleday.view@ gmail.com); Geelong Day (president Barb Ingerson, geelongdayview@gmail.com); Geelong Evening (president Barb Morgan, geelongeveningview@gmail.com); Ocean Grove Evening (president Chris Waite, oceangroveevening.viewclub@gmail.com).

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Little Athletics is heaps of fun.

Little athletics about to kick off for season Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Little Athletics has doubled in size in the last three years.

Little athletics is an inter-club competition that runs through the summer season, providing a team atmosphere as you cheer on your team mates but the main competition is yourself.

Last year OGBH Little Athletics Club was awarded the most improved club for Geelong Little Athletics Held at John Landy Field in Geelong every Saturday morning during the season, little aths is for those who are wanting to have fun and also for those who are more serious.

There are regional and state events.

Little athletics is open to all children aged between five and 15 years.

There is a special OnTracker program for Under 6s and Under 7s which teaches them the basics in a safe non-competitive environment.

There is a registration day on Sunday 16 September from 4.30pm to 5.30pm at Barwon Heads Village Park. The season starts on 6 October.

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Our Lady Star of the Sea student Tannah Andrews was recently on the runway at the Vogue Fashion night out for David Jones Australian and international designer runway.

She was the first child to walk for David Jones in a fashion show and wore Karl Lagerfield, Stella McCartney and Billie Blush brands.

The 10-year-old is enjoying her fledgling modelling career.

"It's fun, making new friends, travelling and learning new things and getting my makeup done," Tannah said.

Tannah, who plays footy for the Grubbers Under 12s and is a Nipper at Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club, said it was a tough choice when asked what has been her favourite job so far.

"Too many to choose from, but working for Pacific Werribee and Epping Plaza in the Woods for a film clip for Village cinemas," she said.

Tannah has worked nationally and internationally for brands such as Country Road, Seed Heritage, Witchery, Myer, Tutu Du Monde, Bardot Jnr, Eves sister and many more.

She has featured in Village cinemas, billboards and magazines in Melbourne, overseas and interstate, walked for VAMFF (Virgin Australia Melbourne Fashion Festival) for Next UK alongside Rebecca Judd.

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Local talents rise "It will allow us to promote the Geelong region's emerging music scene".

Fenn Wilson will use the EAG to complete his second full length album as well as to fund promotion, pressing and touring of the album.

The EAG is now in its eighth year and all recipients have gone on to establish successful music careers.

Hot on the heels of impressive first and second announcements, the QMF has also unveiled the latest artists joining the line up for 2018.

Queenscliff Music Festival has announced the recipients of the Emerging Artist Grant (EAG) for 2018.

Local Bellarine artists MDRN Love and Fenn Wilson have received $5000 each and will be appearing at this year's festival.

"The Emerging Artists Grant will give us the much needed financial support to give our music the best possible opportunity to succeed and reach new audiences by supporting and promoting our tour, which will follow the release of our next EP," Jack Harman from MDRN Love says.

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Acclaimed Ocean Grove author Christian White will hold a meet and greet at Bookgrove.

White is the author of the bestselling debut thriller The Nowhere Child. The novel is the fastest-selling Australian debut fiction title on record.

White has just sold the screen rights to The Nowhere Child in a dual AUS/US deal.

The novel - published by Affirm Press on 26 June - has sold more than 25,000 copies in its first eight weeks. In the coming months the novel will be published in a further 15 countries and translated into 11 languages.

Also appearing on the night is Sarah Bailey, whose novel Into the Night, which is being described as "just as razor-sharp as The Dark Lake", her previous work.

White, who until a year ago was making ends meet by doing a variety of odd jobs in between screenwriting contracts, is elated.

"The idea of a screen adaption of The Nowhere Child is beyond exciting, and I'm thrilled that it's in such capable and talented hands," he said.

White will be at Bookgrove on Friday 14 September for a meet and greet where local avid readers can get their copies signed and learn more about how Christian developed the gripping story.

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BCH launches its '18 Strategic Plan Bellarine Community Health (BCH) has a fresh new image with the launch of a new logo, website and Strategic Plan.

The re-brand and release of the 2018 - 2022 Strategic Plan follows 12 months of community engagement through a series of 'community conversations', input from the community and consumer advisory group, research and other workshops.

"This is the roadmap for the future," said BCH Board Chair Margaret Belfrage.

"The addition of 'for all people' in our mission statement means that BCH is opening its doors to everyone, both public and private clients, aiming to meet primary health needs locally."

"We believe the strategic directions laid out in our plan will provide responsive and quality services whilst maintaining financial viability into the future."

BCH CEO Shane Dawson said the Strategic Plan recognises the vital role of Bellarine Community Health in providing health services where people live on the Bellarine and keeping people living well and out of the hospital system.

"As the major provider of primary health services on the Bellarine we need a structure in place that ensures we meet the needs of growing populations but also provide responsive health services for multiple communities with different needs," he said.

"Bellarine Community Health recognises the way health services are delivered has changed.

"Services are client centred and clients will decide where and how they want their service provided and delivered at the right place at the right time. We have to be able to respond to that."

Ocean Grove musician Andrea Robertson is doing a live recording at Point Lonsdale.

Live recording Andrea's style Local muso Andrea Robertson is about to embark on another chapter of her burgeoning career.

The Ocean Grover will perform a live recording in Point Lonsdale, which will culminate in her third independent release, sometime in 2019.

The live recording is truly a local project.

"Every single person involved, from the musicians, photographers, videographers, sound engineers, people serving drinks and nibbles, the person designing the artwork for the CD and posters is either from the Bellarine or the Geelong region," Andrea said.

"It's a local project in every sense of the word."

Andrea said she is looking forward to the event.

"I want it to be, and I'm sure it is going to be, a really lovely experience for an audience, and something quite out of the ordinary for them," she said.

Andrea has started a Crowdfund campaign through the Australian Cultural Fund, which can be found at australianculturalfund.org.au/ projects/local-sounds-live-new-hall/.

The live recording is at New Hall, Point Lonsdale on Saturday 6 October. There will be two shows, a matinee and an evening show, and a full rehearsal on Friday 5 October.

Bellarine Community Health board chair Margaret Belfrage and CEO Shane Dawson at the Strategic Plan launch.

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Images to go on show Images captured by local photographers from the Bellarine Camera Club will be on display in Drysdale next week.

Bellarine Camera Club will host its seventh annual photographic exhibition at SpringDale Neighbourhood Centre, 17 High Street Drysdale, on Saturday October 13 and Sunday October 14.

The exhibition is open to members of the public to enjoy the display and inspect the talented work by club members. Selected images will be available for sale.

Members of the public will have the opportunity to nominate their favourite image from the section 'My Favourite Image'.

For more information phone Lynne Bryant on 0438-512 467, or visit bellarinecameraclub. org.au The event opens at 10am each day and closes at 4pm.

Entry to the exhibition is $2 (free for children under 12 years).

The onset of warmer weather might have local fire agencies on their toes but Samantha Whytcross and Brodie McKie found last week's sunshine ideal for enjoying the outdoors. 184939 (Rebecca Hosking) several preparedness activities, including our slashing program around the coastal communities of Anglesea, Aireys Inlet and Lorne."

Mr Roberts said the works created fuel breaks, referred to as Asset Protection Zones,

between public forest and private property to provide a permanently reduced fuel area.

"This allows for greater defendable spaces for these communities in the event of a significant bushfire," he said.

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Mulching works are planned for strategic areas around Ocean Grove in the coming fortnight to help with bushfire protection.

Forest Fire Management Victoria's seasonally contracted firefighters had been brought on four weeks earlier than previous years, Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning's (DELWP) David Roberts said.

"This increased capability and capacity will assist crews with work ahead of the fire season, including spring planned burns, slashing, mulching and preparatory works," Mr Roberts said.

Mr Roberts said DELWP's spring planned burn program would start in the Otway district "when conditions are suitable, targeting smaller strategic areas near townships".

"Our aim is to complete strategic burns around towns in the eastern and central Otways, including Anglesea, Aireys Inlet, Lorne, Forrest and Gellibrand.

"These burns are being jointly planned and delivered with the CFA. Several planned burns were also completed around these areas during autumn. The spring campaign will complement this work.

"These preparedness activities all play a vital role in the protection of rural and regional communities during bushfires."

Local fire agencies are preparing for a long, dry summer in line with the Bureau of Meteorology's recently released weather outlook for coming months.

The outlook for the Otway fire district included an 'El Nino - Watch' covering parts of Geelong and the Surf Coast, said Mr Roberts.

"Many parts of Victoria have experienced lower than average rainfall over winter, meaning forest fuels have underlying dryness," Mr Roberts said.

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Legends of 2018 rewarded "Honesty, respect and hard work" have earned David Rea the Geelong region's second annual $10,000 Club Legend award, according to judges.

David won $5000 each for him and his Barwon Soccer Club when he was named overall winner at this week's Viva Energy awards for the people behind local sports clubs.

The judges praised his "dedication and passion for the club".

"Since founding the club 26 years ago he has tirelessly worked to bring Barwon's wide and diverse community together by nurturing a welcoming and inclusive environment at the club," the judges said.

"From its humble beginnings the club is now one of Geelong's largest community soccer clubs with over 500 members."

Portarlington Football Club "all-rounder" Rodney Smith won the Club Legend Runner Up award.

"An ever-present stalwart of the club, Smithy was recognised for his community values, willingness and generosity of spirit," the judges said.

Newcomb Power Football Netball Club juniors coordinator Scott Smith won the People's Choice award for an "inclusive approach" to involving kids of all abilities and for his "huge efforts" to improve their facilities.

Rodney and Scott both received a $2000 individual prize and matching amount for their clubs. Jason won $2000 for himself and an equal amount for a charity of his choice.

Viva Energy employee Jason Jozwik won an inaugural Refinery Legend award for "exceptional efforts in raising community awareness of motor neurone disease", including raising more than $84,000 to fight illness.

Viva Energy refining general manager Thys Heyns was thrilled to recognise all winners and finalists.

"It is truly an honour to acknowledge the

Viva Energy Club Legend winner David Rae.

Club Legend runner-up Rod Smith.

Peoples Choice recipient Scott Smith

efforts and contributions of not only our winners but of all those nominated by their clubs in recognition of their tremendous community achievements," he said.

"We are incredibly proud to be part of a community that is made up of so many inspiring role models. It is the efforts of these people, toiling away behind the scenes, that forms the backbone of our great Geelong community."

The remaining finalists, who each received $1000 for themselves and their clubs, were: Geoff McDonald, Athletics Chilwell; Peter White, Barwon Rowing Club; Robert Malcolm, Drysdale Cricket Club; Jenny Fagan, Geelong Amateurs; Daniel Noonan, Geelong Buccaneers American Football Club; Sean Clark, Geelong Cycling Club; Margaret Harry, Geelong Dragon Boat Club; Romeo Purlijq, Geelong Soccer & Sports Club; Jim Rendevski, Gee-

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Free TAFE courses initiative Readers may already be aware, earlier this year the state government announced that from 1 January 2019 it will be introducing free TAFE for eligible students in 30 priority non apprenticeship courses.

A further 20 government subsidised apprenticeship pathway courses will also be free.

Free TAFE, providing free course tuition fees, will reduce the financial barrier for students wanting to train in courses that lead to the occupations that are needed most by employers in the Victorian economy.

The courses will be offered at Victorian TAFE institutes, including the Gordon. The courses have been prioritised because they lead to jobs in high growth industries as well as important areas for Victoria, like preventing family violence, rolling out the NDIS and delivering our major infrastructure projects.

Industries covered included construction, health, community services, disability services, agriculture, hospitality and tourism.

Those eligible are people under 20 regardless of any qualifications or older than 20 and enrolling in a course that is a higher qualification than previously attained. In addition, those people unemployed or retrenched will also be eligible.

For more information visit freetafe.vic.gov. au or phone 13 18 23.

Cutting power bills with solar panels My office is frequently contacted by people concerned with their ever increasing power bills and asking about government rebates for the installation of solar panels.

Therefore, it is pleasing to report that the state government has recently announced that implemented immediately, households installing a solar panel system will get half the cost back via a 50% rebate.

The rebate will be made available to householders with an income up to $180,000 who live in a home valued up to $3 million, capturing almost 90% of people who own their house.

In addition, if re-elected the Andrews Government will extend the 50% rebate program to include the provision of an interest free loan over four years for the remaining cost.

It is estimated that this will save the average household up to $2225 for installation of an average 4 kW solar system and up to $890 a year on their electricity bills.

Not only will this cut household electricity costs, but it will importantly cut the states carbon emissions by almost four million tonnes and generate 12.5% of Victoria's 40 per cent target for renewable energy by 2025.

Refurbished Port Primary School opened I was pleased to officially open the $5.5 million refurbished Portarlington Primary School, including the original heritage school building.

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The school now has state-of-the art classrooms and an art and crafts centre, all housed in a building inspired by the school's seaside location, including a boardwalk main entrance modelled on the Port pier.

The school upgrade is one of numerous Bellarine schools upgraded or funded by the state government including Ocean Grove, Drysdale, Wallington, Leopold, Surfside and Moolap Primary Schools and Bellarine Secondary College.

Portarlington is a great school and I congratulate the entire school community led by principal Lesly Allbutt and former council president Karen Bourke-Finn in their commitment and hard work in having these works completed.

These new upgrades at Portarlington Primary School will give students access to the modern classrooms and school facilities they need to learn and succeed.

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.

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Singing the blues in Grove Local blues lovers are in for a treat.

Multi award-winning blues performer Fiona Boyes will perform live at Ocean Grove's iconic Piping Hot Chicken and Burger Grill on Saturday 15 September, featuring her latest release Voodoo in the Shadows.

Boyes has been performing for more than a quarter of a century and regularly tours the USA and Europe.

She plays both acoustic and electric, covering pre-war Delta slide, laments, single chord Mississippi Hills grooves, Piedmont finger picking, New Orleans barrelhouse, Memphis soul, classic Chicago, Texas swing, and the uptown sound of the West Coast.

Boyes has toured and recorded with many, including Hubert Sumlin and Bob Margolin.

Boyes was described by Grammy Award winner and Blues Hall of Fame pianist, Pinetop Perkins, as "the best gal guitarist I heard since Memphis Minnie."

Grove punters are certainly lucky to have a high quality musician at their doorstep.

After her Grove gig, Boyes will head to Europe to play in Germany, Switzerland, Italy and Bulgaria and also in Durban, South Africa.

Boyes new album Voodoo in the Shadows is a musical road-trip from the Hill Country of Mississippi, down through the Delta to New Orleans.

Already receiving great response from radio, the new release features Boyes on electric guitar, baritone and cigar box guitars accompanied by her talented Melbourne bandmates Tim Neal (Hammond/piano/bass/baritone sax) and Mark Grunden (drums/percussion).

Tickets will sell fast so secure yours now online at pipinghotchickenshop.com.au or geelongtickets.com.au as seats are limited.

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WHAT’S ON Music/live events Barwon Heads Hotel

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

Drysdale Senior Citizens Hall

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

Ocean Grove Callisthenics, Ocean Grove Recreation Hall

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See http://oceangrovehotel.com.au/ whats-on/ for upcoming events.

Markets and fairs

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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 Uniting Church Hall Ocean Grove

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

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

Ocean Grove Hotel

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Monthly market, last Saturday of the month, 9am-1pm.

Get active

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

Maggie's Bar

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Piping Hot Chicken Shop

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Barwon Heads Community Hall

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Wednesdays 9am volleyball, 9.30am exercises to music for all ages. Phone Marg 5255 1335.

Queenscliff RSL Hall

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Mondays 1.30pm, exercises using chairs

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

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

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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

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Program with a range of courses, classes and fun activities. Phone 5255 4294.

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

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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.

Health and wellbeing Ocean Grove Hotel

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

Wednesdays 10.30am - Toddlertime.

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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

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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

CLUBS MEET Mondays

Bryan Olsen 5255 1821.

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Ocean Grove Bridge Club, 1pm, Marcus Hill Hall, Bellarine Highway end of Banks Road.

Also Wednesdays and Fridays, 1pm. Phone Marg 5256 2550.

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Bellarine Peninsula Take off Weight Naturally Club meets Tuesday nights, 5.30pm, at Uniting Church Hall, Eggleston Street, Ocean Grove. Phone 0417 591 182.

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

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

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

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, Geelong East Men's Shed, Coppards Rd, East Geelong at 7.30 pm. Contact president Warwick Hansen 0419 563 904, secretary Dave Davies 0419 998 781 or email bffa@hotmail.com. Fly tying is held on the third Thursday of each month at 7.30pm.

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 Graeme 0428-500 462, 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

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

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.

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

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 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.

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, 1pm-2pm Parkinsong, 2.30pm-4pm Support Group with guest speakers. Phone Pam 5255 5152.

Third Wednesday of every month Ocean Grove on Barwon Probus Club, 9.45am, St Peter's Church Hall.

Fourth Wednesday of every month

First and third Tuesday of every month

Ocean Grove Angling Club, 7.30pm, Minerva Close sporting oval clubhouse. Phone Peter 0419 782 629.

Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club, 7pm, Moorfield Park, Grubb Road. New Lions most welcome. Phone 0418 524 873.

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

Last Tuesday of every month.

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

Bellarine for Refugees, Barwon Heads Community Garden, Barwon Heads, at 3.45pm.

New members always welcome. Any inqui-

Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 10am to noon at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone Ian 5256 2242 or Peter 0400 093 831.

Thursdays

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 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.

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DINE

THE LOCAL GUIDE FOR DINING ON THE BELLARINE

Fresh, authentic and tasty

HANOI

Hanoi Kitchen offers the best and freshest Vietnamese cuisine. has an extensive wine list, a seriously impressive beer list to choose from, including the highly refreshing Beer Hanoi, and ciders and spritzers to toast to.

Hanoi Kitchen also delivers, so if you don't feel like going out, but want good, fresh Vietnamese cuisine in the comfort of your own home, look no further. Hanoi Kitchen deliv-

ers to Barwon Heads, 13th Beach and Ocean Grove from 5.30pm.

The restaurant is also adding another kitchen to cope with the demands of the coming summer season. Things are getting even bigger for this already popular eatery and meeting place.

From intimate gatherings to larger events,

“Alec our chef likes to express his European heritage with authentic Italian home made pasta and risotto. His speciality is gnocchi made with creamy Gorgonzola cheese or Napoli sauce.�

KITCHEN

-Authentic Italian homemade pasta & risotto -Entrees from $16, Mains from $22 -Gluten Free, vegetarian & vegan options available

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Open 7 days a week Monday - Friday from 6.30am, Meals Friday Evenings Weekends from 7.00am

Sensory Cafe Cnr Presidents Ave & The Terrace

Hanoi Kitchen can also cater for any function.

Hanoi Kitchen is open from Tuesday to Saturday until November from 11am until late and will open on Sundays for lunch from October.

Online orders can be done at hanoikitchen. com.au.

Hanoi Kitchen is at 37 Hitchcock Avenue, Barwon Heads.

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Hanoi Kitchen has developed a strong reputation on the Bellarine Peninsula.

Locals and holidaymakers flock to the Hitchcock Avenue restaurant for their fix of authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

Hong and Nick Lee have lovingly built Hanoi Kitchen from the ground up. And if you thought Victoria's best Vietnamese cuisine was confined to Abbotsford, Springvale or Footscray, think again. It's right here in Barwon Heads.

For Hong, Hanoi Kitchen is the fulfilment of a dream almost 20 years in the making, conceived when the then teenager helped out at her family's food stall at the local market in Vietnam. After training at Hanoi's renowned French Hospitality Academy, she honed her culinary skills working for some of the country's leading luxury hotels including the Victoria Hoi An Resort and the six-star Nam Hi Resort. Hong met Nick while working at the Victoria Hoi An Resort where he was executive manager. Married two years later, they spent the next decade working at some of the world's leading five- and six-star resorts and hotels including Nha Trang, Hamilton Island and Hawkes Bay New Zealand.

But it was a family visit to Nick's parents in Barwon Heads coupled with a desire to set down more permanent roots for their young family, that finally saw their vision of owning a restaurant crystallise when they spied a restaurant business for sale in the bustling seaside village. The result is Hanoi Kitchen.

And it's the food that has customers coming back. From the winter specials to the tasting plate for two, to the market food, soups and noodles, family meals and vegetarian options, customers rave about Hanoi Kitchen. Kids are well catered for and don't forget dessert.

You won't go thirsty either. Hanoi Kitchen

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DINE

THE LOCAL GUIDE FOR DINING ON THE BELLARINE

A welcome new addition Have you noticed any unusual activity at the Geelong Flower Farm recently?

The Fork N Flower cafe is situated alongside the Geelong Flower Farm and is the latest culinary addition to the Chichester Restaurants Pty Ltd group of dining venues in Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula.

The Fork N Flower cafe offers casual sit down dining with a view of the beautiful flowers and giftware at the Geelong Flower Farm as well as take away options.

The Fork N Flower is open seven days from 8am to 4pm for breakfast and lunch with an exciting menu of old style country dishes with a modern twist, showcasing local produce.

Come in for coffee and cake or simply to enjoy a glass of wine.

There are also a variety of take home meals and dessert options available for sale from the delicious menu. Supporting local producers

is an important part of the Fork N Flower philosophy with plenty of gourmet Geelong and Bellarine produce for sale in the cafe.

Chim Chim jams and chutneys, Lighthouse Olive Oil, Oakdene wines, Surf Coast Honey, Screaming Seeds herbs and spices, Portarlington mussels and more. Newspapers and milk are available for sale at the cafe.

The cafe offers a relaxed atmosphere with inside and outside dining available, a seasonal menu and friendly service and is the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion, or to host an event.

It's are a fully licenced cafe that has a full selection of Oakdene wines, local beers and cider, soft drinks and juices with various dining options for larger groups.

Head to 92-400 Bellarine Hwy, Moolap.

Phone 5250 6757 or email cafe@forknflower. com.au.

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The best treatment At Ocean Grove and Leopold Osteopathy and Sports Health our main focus is on providing our clients with the best treatment and management strategies to help them achieve their health goals, whether that means reducing pain, overcoming injury, increasing general flexibility or maximising sporting performance.

We offer osteopathy, remedial massage, dry needling, naturopathy and exercise rehabilitation services which are all specifically designed and individualised to help you achieve the best outcomes possible with lasting results.

Our practitioners have a special interest in treating athletes from all sports to help them not only recover from injury but also optimise their performance in their chosen sport.

We also offer casual mat pilates classes at our Ocean Grove Clinic.

Kyo Yoga is a serene private studio situated in two unique locations in Ocean Grove.

A secluded retreat Spring is a great time to establish some new wellness patterns.

Yoga creates body and mind awareness. It can alleviate many physical stresses caused by everyday lifestyles and also work to bring clarity and focus.

Kyo Yoga offers a range of yoga classes for all levels of experience.

A new evening meditation class is offered and two new yoga courses commence from 8 October. These include beginner's yoga (for

new students) and yoga for sleep (offering techniques for calming the nervous system and promoting sleep).

Other classes run daily morning and evening. See Kyo Yoga's website for class descriptions or call the team on 0438 562 723 to discuss the most appropriate place to start.

Kyo Yoga Hub is located at 91 The Parade in Ocean Grove and the Kyo Garden Room is located at 73 The Esplanade in Ocean Grove. For more information, visit www.kyoyoga.com.au.

Kyo Yoga currently has around 20 Yoga and Pilates classes each week spread between their two studios.

Dr Mark Laidler at Ocean Grove Osteopathy and Sports Health can get you back on your feet.

Helping You Achieve Your Health Goals

Catherine Coventry Osteopath

Two Unique Ocean Grove studios

James Ramsay Osteopath

New classes from October 8: Beginners Yoga Course (8 weeks) Yoga for Sleep Course (8 weeks) Meditation Class James Linton Naturopath

Joel Olsen Remedial Massage Therapist

Nikki Graham Remedial Massage Therapist

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Regular classes timetable continues during Sept/Oct school holidays.

3/65 Madeley St, Ocean Grove VIC 3226  5255 5040

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View timetable and book in on our website.

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SPRING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

Set sail on school holidays Port Phillip Ferries is ready to take the family on a school holiday adventure to the big smoke.

It's finally spring and the little munchkins will be itching to get out and about.

There's nothing like a blast of fresh air and a day out in Melbourne to keep them happy and tire them out for a good sleep!

The weather is on the improve, the whales are approaching and who doesn't love a boat ride?

Melbourne is putting on its usual spring calendar with the Royal Melbourne Show, Grand Final Parades and other awesome events.

Hop online and lock in this unique experience - passengers won't be disappointed. And for those who forget to pack snacks, Port Phillip Ferries now have a licensed onboard cafe to save the day.

Grab a kids pack while on board, it's full of activities and also includes a free child s pass for another day!

It's also an exciting time for Port Phillip Ferries, as over the school holidays they are running a competition to name their Weedy Sea Dragon mascot.

The common sea dragon, also known as the weedy sea dragon, is the marine emblem of the Australian State of Victoria.

Many people don't understand how much wonderful sea life there is in Port Phillip Bay. Port Phillip Ferries encourages everyone to learn and discover more about the wonderful wildlife under and below the water.

You'll spy the sea dragon on the side of the ferry, on their caps and a soft toy of the mascot is also included in those fabulous kids packs.

The competition will include prizes for all the family to enjoy. Head to their website over the school holidays to see how you can enter or follow them on Facebook.

For more information about Port Phillip Ferries, phone 9514 8959 or visit www.portphillipferries.com.au.

Grab the family this spring and jump aboard Port Phillip Ferries.

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Australian Hearing Ocean Grove is offering free hearing health checks to all seniors throughout the month of October.

They’re here to help you Concerned about hearing? Australian Hearing Ocean Grove is now open at its brand new location and the team is ready to help!

Australian Hearing Ocean Grove is open five days a week and centrally located at 81 The Parade Ocean Grove, making it simple and easy to access their hearing services.

In celebration of their new centre opening, Australian Hearing Ocean Grove is offering free hearing health checks to all seniors throughout the month of October.

Drop in and see them at their new location or call the friendly team today on 5250 8500.

Australian Hearing Ocean Grove is now open at its brand new location.

International artists coup The Barwon Heads Fine Music Society is once again bringing international artists to the community of Barwon Heads.

The upcoming event follows the wonderful "Ensemble Peregrine", where a group of young artists from the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM) performed at 13th Beach Golf Club in July. Described as "positively ecstatic" and "profoundly moving, subtle and exuberant", Kiazma Piano Duo will perform as part of the Geelong Seniors Festival.

The concert will be held on Saturday 6 October at 7pm in the Barwon Heads Community Hall. The program pays tribute to Debussy culminating in Stravinsky's electrifying Rite of Spring Bookings are essential and can be made through Try Booking at www.trybooking.com/ WZLX.

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Listening to your needs Give me an extra hot, double shot, decaf, soy latte in large ...

How often do you stop and think about how you like to order your coffee?

So many choices and variations these days - we are all so different, and all have our own peculiarities with coffee - so why not with funerals?

At Bellarine Memories, every day the team meets people - those who are trying to organise a funeral for a recently deceased relative and those

who are pre-arranging a funeral for themselves.

And every day Bellarine Memories listens to different needs, requests, wishes - each making up that distinctive individual service just the way it would reflect the individual life lived.

So next time you ponder how you will have your next coffee think about whether your funeral choices are as well thought about and as individual as your coffee.

Contact Bellarine Memories on 5255 5500 if you would like to discuss your options.

The value of a funeral plan can cost over $10,000 and the costs rise annually. Understanding the benefit of a pre-paid funeral and gaining the right information to make an informed choice can save money or prevent an expensive mistake."

Tuckers Funerals have been operating for 135 years and have a long and proud history of providing funeral care services to the Greater Geelong community.

"We understand each funeral is unique and reflects an individual personality - A funeral plan should be the same," Ms Burchell said.

"Talking about funerals helps people to make informed choices, every day we see how important these conversations are for families".

Alyson and Sue are now available to help families better understand funeral plans as well as the difference between funeral insurance and planning ahead.

Find them at Tuckers Chapel, 410 Bellarine Highway, on the last Thursday of each month.

Phone 5221 4788 for more details.

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People often plan for different milestones in their lives such as weddings, careers and even retirement. So, as Alyson Burchell of Tuckers Funerals explained, planning for their final goodbye makes just as much sense.

"The death of a loved one can be a stressful time. Planning ahead is one way to help ease the burden on those left behind," Ms Burchell said.

Alyson and Sue Marshman from Tuckers Funeral and Bereavement Service are passionate about helping people find the best way to achieve peace of mind when it comes to funeral plans.

"Peace of mind means having the confidence that the funeral director of your choice will support and lead your family through all funeral arrangements and most importantly there are no additional costs placed on your family," Ms Burchell said.

"It is important to find the best option suited to your individual needs. A funeral today

Funeral Directors Alyson Burchell and Simone Saunders of Tuckers Funeral and Bereavement Service at the new office in Torquay. oceangrovevoice.com.au

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ENVIRONMENT

SA trip wet, but fruitful Black falcon

It's been a hectic few weeks for me, but fortunately I'm now on holidays and it's great.

I'm just back from a flying visit to Adelaide.

We decided to drive to Adelaide for three nights, and it was great to check out the quaint towns and spectacular scenery, but it was so hard not to stop frequently to check out the birds. But if I had stopped I'd still be driving.

The highlights of the trip were seeing a brolga and an emu in the same paddock about 100km after Hamilton, and spotting a blue-faced honeyeater at Tintinara. Driving through Willalooka I thought I saw a common bronzewing, but as we went past I realised the bird was smaller and more olive in colour, and I think it was my first ever encounter with a brush bronzewing, however it was such a fleeting moment I can't add the bird to my list.

It rained quite steadily when we were in Adelaide so I didn't get out much, however the rain was much needed so it was welcomed. When the rain briefly stopped, I did spot a striated pardalote in a gum tree at the Bethany Winery at the Barossa Valley, which was lovely.

I remember seeing a Major Mitchell cockatoo at my friend's farm near Hamilton 30 years ago, so I tried to spot one again all the way from Hamilton to Murray Bridge, to no avail. Major Mitchell cockatoos are also classified as vulnerable in Victoria and are much more scarce than they were 30 years ago, which is such a shame.

I tried very hard to take a photo of an Adelaide rosella, but I was entirely unsuccessful due to the rain, and the birds being very uncooperative.

Kevin's photograph of a black-fronted dotterel.

The Adelaide rosella is a mixture of orange-red, orange-yellow, and violet-blue. The tail underside is pale blue. The Adelaide rosella is classified as a sub-species of the crimson rosella, having originated through interbreeding of the crimson and yellow rosellas.

One day my travels won't be so rushed, and I look forward to that time.

Before going to Adelaide I had a lovely day at Western Treatment Plant with two other Jens who also love birds and photography. It was a wonderful day, and we spotted over 60 species of birds, with the highlights being a close encounter with a juvenile white-bellied sea eagle, and a black falcon. The black falcon is endangered in Victoria, so it's always lovely to see one. I find them difficult to differentiate from the darker brown falcons, but the brown falcon has a barred tail and the black falcon has a plain, dark tail.

The black falcon is a slim bird with dark brown to sooty black plumage, with blueish-white bill and feet, and short, feathered legs.

There's unfortunately been an ongoing issue with owls and raptors being found deceased around this area, which is so distressing I can almost not even think about it. Geelong Council is investigating and suspicion falls upon that a council-led rabbit pest control program could be at fault. However as birds of prey mainly feed upon rats and mice suspicion is also focused on rat poisons put down by farmers.

Fortunately Kevin has been out and about around the Bellarine, and has sent me some lovely photos, including this one of a blackfronted dotterel. Thanks so much Kevin.

Like half the population of Victoria, I'm off to Noosa for the next few weeks, which will be lovely.

White-bellied sea eagle at Western Treatment Plant.

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

BARWON COAST Barwon Heads Timber Seawall & Promenade Construction Who doesn’t love a stroll along the gorgeous Barwon Heads promenade? The Barwon Heads Seawall which supports the promenade is 325 metres long and protects the Barwon heads foreshore. The Seawall was first built in the 1930s and is in need of repair. A large section of the wall has been rebuilt, and over the next few months works will be undertaken to replace the southern section. During the construction, some areas of the promenade will be closed and an inland path through the Barwon Heads Caravan Park will be clearly signposted to provide alternative access to The Bluff. Further information on this project can be found at www.barwoncoast.com.au/ bhseawall

Final Beach Use Research Report to be Released

Calls for Expression of Interest for Water based Activities Licences From 30th August we invite all interested parties to provide an Expression of Interest (EOI) for licences to conduct water-based human-powered activities. These activities include surf schools and similar operations at designated sites at Ocean Grove, the Barwon River and 13th Beach. Applications close 2pm 27th September 2018. It is expected that, once granted, licences will commence on 15th December 2018.

Applicants should refer to www.barwoncoast.com.au/water-based-activities-licences noting the EOI information and download all EOI documentation from Tenderlink.com/ barwoncoast.

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The final report of a study into community views and experiences on key issues of management on the Barwon Coast is soon to be released.

WHO WE ARE Barwon Coast is a Committee of Management appointed by the State Government with responsibility for the management of 13km of coastal crown land at Ocean Grove, Barwon Heads and 13thBeach.

KEEP IN TOUCH WITH BARWON COAST facebook.com/BarwonCoastVIC

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Late 2017 we funded social researchers from Federation University to undertake a study to develop a better understanding of community opinions and experiences in relation to a number of key issues impacting on our area of management. A number of methods were used to gather data for the study including a public survey which had 1715 responses, focus group interviews, written submissions, site visits, document and demographic analysis and email and telephone feedback. Thank-you to everyone who took part in this study. The significant public response to the study required a longer period of analysis than expected which has slightly delayed the release of the final report. We anticipate that the report will be finalised and released in the next few weeks. Please keep an eye on our newspaper and social media updates and our website in the coming weeks for the announcement of its release.

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SPORT

Business end of the year There were still nine Storm teams remaining in the championship hunt after the first week of the postseason.

The 14 2 Boys put in an impressive performance to retain a double chance and earn an opportunity at direct grand final qualification.

The boys were in control for most of the night effectively breaking Geelong 2's full court pressure. They will face Broadmeadows 2 for a spot in the season decider.

The 14 1 boys also secured a spot in the grand final qualifier with a heart stopping

1 point win over Bacchus Marsh. The win matches them up with ladder leader Keilor 4, also with a grand final berth on the line.

The 16 2 girls survived a late run by Keilor 5 to remain alive in the season. After building up a useful lead the girls almost blew it as Keilor missed a buzzer beater chance to send the game into overtime.

The 14 1 girls were more convincing in their elimination final defeating Werribee 45-35 and setting up another knockout date with Hawthorn 2.

the team were unable to defend it, suffering a heartbreaking two-point defeat at the hands of Eltham 6.

The 12 2 boys return to game play this week having enjoyed the first week of finals off after finishing top of the table. The boys will play Altona 2 for the right to play in final game of the season.

The 21 girls will enjoy a week off. With their season one week behind the other Storm teams the girls earned the right to a first up bye in the final five system sitting on the top rung of the ladder after regular season play.

The 12 1 boys, 16 1 boys and 21 boys weren't at their best all dropping their opening games.

All three teams will still feature in the second week of the playoffs having secured double chances through regular season play.

The news wasn't so good for the 12 1 girls or 14 2 girls. Nerves got the better of the young under 12s early in their contest, leaving them a hole too deep to dig their way out of. The loss ends the girl's season at the elimination final stage.

The 14 2 girls season has also ended. Holding a slender lead with minutes remaining

Ocean Grove junior cricketers urged to come and try

By Mark Heenan Keen Ocean Grove junior female cricketers can't wait for the new season to begin with an all girls cricket come and try day this Sunday 16 September.

Females aged between nine and 19 are invited to Ocean Grove Cricket Club's girls come and try day at Ray Menzies Memorial Oval at Shell Road this Sunday from 11am to 1pm.

Ocean Grove Cricket Club Junior Girls Coordinator Dana Richardson said fantastic community support last season helped the club get two junior female teams off the ground.

The 2017/18 season was the first time the Grubbers had assembled a junior girls team after Ocean Grove hosted two girls come and try days prior to season starting.

In fact, Ocean Grove White in their inaugural year were crowned premiers in the Geelong Junior Cricket Association - Girls League Stage 1 last season.

"The girls went away and told their friends (last year) and we put it on the community Facebook page - which is a great source for getting things out there," Richardson told the Voice.

"We put out to all the schools and it just got bigger and bigger and we ended up with 15 girls by the time the season started."

Club vice-president James Nessel is hopeful Ocean Grove would be able to field three junior cricket teams for 2018/19 and attract a wider interest on the Bellarine for junior girls wanting to play the summer sport.

"We are hoping to have three junior teams competing - it is going to depend on interest and the signs are good we will get good numbers," Nessel said.

Local cricketer Helen-Claire Jones who has played with Geelong Cricket Club, will be a guest at this weekend's girls cricket come and try day.

"She is coming as our special guest - she knows some of the girls already," Richardson said.

Ocean Grove Cricket Club will also run a junior registration day from 11am to 1pm at the Shell Road sports pavilion on Sunday 16 September.

Contact OGCC Junior Girls Coordinator Dana Richardson on 0437 464 448 or email macoda5@gmail.com or ogccjuniors@gmail. com for more information.

Hannah Thompson, Maggie Schaller, Chloe Thompson, Cara Doran, Abbey Richardson, Charlotte Teague and Holly Bryan are getting ready for the girls cricket come and try day.

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Simon is a true Bellarine Bears Baseball Club champion Simon Murry played his first game of A Grade baseball at the age of 17.

Now in his 24th season, there was very little chance that Murry wasn't going to end up with a Bellarine Bears cap on his head on most weekends in winter having been introduced to the game club by his father Keith.

In classic country sports-club tradition, Simon's mother Lyn was treasurer while Keith was president and ran the canteen and sister Denise scored.

Murry has played in numerous representative teams for Geelong and the Commonwealth Cup for Victoria.

Since first being promoted to A Grade in 1995, he has never played regularly at a lower level.

Murry is regarded as a valued and reliable teammate who is consistently voted most valuable player by his peers including opposition coaches.

His coach and captain of many years, Wayne Visser, said that 'Muzza' is the guy on the team you wish you had nine more of.

"Whenever we are in trouble we call on him.

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you his passion for the game and love for his club," Visser said.

Murry has recently introduced the next generation of Murrys into the sport with his son Mason joining the Bears' Sunday morning teeball program at Wallington Recreation Reserve.

Not surprisingly Mason is a champion slugger and very comfortable on the baseball diamond.

When asked the best thing about his dad playing for the Bears, five-year-old Mason said: "Daddy looks awesome when he hits the ball really far. He used to run fast but doesn't now."

"Being a Bear is a massive part of who Simon is," wife Kate said.

"Having been a part of his life for so long, calling the club family and pulling on the blue and red is second nature to him. He is enormously proud of the Bears, its players and its future.

"His dedication, commitment and reliability to the club over the years has been unwavering.

When he steps on the ground it's obvious that he is a well-liked and respected member of the baseball community which is special to see."

Simon Murry played his first A Grade game at 17.

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D Graders do Grove proud Ocean Grove is the Bellarine Netball League D Grade premiers.

The Grubbers trounced Torquay in a gripping grand final at Drysdale on Saturday.

With a slender one-goal lead at half time, Ocean Grove bounced out of the break to set up the victory with a nine goals to four third term.

Nine more goals in the final term gave the Grubbers a convincing 30 to 18 victory.

Kim Carroll was on fire in attack with 26 goals while Amina King was best on court courtesy of a superb game.

In E Grade, Anglesea proved too good for Ocean Grove.

The Seas were never really threatened after getting off to a good start. However, Grove fought the game out with an eight-goal final term and could be proud of their efforts for the day and the season.

Best players were Tracey Sacco, Brittney Gavin and Jamilla Smith.

Preliminary Finals Drysdale advanced to the C Grade grand final with a 29 to 25 win against Ocean Grove.

Grove led by three goals at quarter time, four at half time and two at three-quarter time, but the Hawks slammed though 10 goals to four in the last quarter to come home strongly.

Ocean Grove D Grade goal shooter Kim Carroll scored 26 goals in the Grubbers' grand final win over Torquay.

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Samantha Caine in action during the E Grade grand final. 185070

Tarryn Stanley looks for options in the D Grade grand final. 185067

Grubber goal attack Alex Gadsden links up with centre Alicia Skurrie during Ocean Grove's E Grade grand final match against Anglesea.

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Alex Gadsden in action. 185070

Portarlington too good for Ocean Grove in grand final

By Emma Badrock Ocean Grove's 17U Section 2 side was beaten

by Portarlington in the grand final at Drysdale on Saturday.

Port held a narrow lead at quarter time but then played strong netball to overrun the gallant Grubbers.

The margin stretched out to five at half time and then nine at the last change, before going on to win 31 to 17.

Jamison Camilleri was best on court for Portarlington.

Preliminary Finals 13/2 - Ocean Grove 19 def by Barwon Heads 20 Both teams put everything on the line as they faced up in one of the tightest games yet. Scores were level at quarter time, Ocean Grove lead at the half and then they were back to level at three quarter time. The last quarter was goal for goal and with scores level, a penalty shot was called right on the siren. Barwon Heads had an attempt and shot and it to win the match after time was up.

Best: Lily Hallam, Maya Hamilton, Georgie Connolly 15/1 - Ocean Grove 18 def by Barwon Heads 25 Ocean Grove started off the match strongly and got an early lead, giving them confidence going in to the second half. Unfortunately Barwon Heads jumped out into the second half, scoring a few quick goals to put them back in front. The wet weather made it extremely hard for Grove to fight back and they ended up going down by seven.

Best: Anna Smith, Emma Badrock, Anabelle Sargeant 15/2 - Ocean Grove 19 def by Torquay 20 It was a very exciting game as Ocean Grove took on Torquay again in the U15/2s. Last time they faced up, it went into extra time, so we knew that it was going to be a close one and it definitely was. Ocean Grove had control for most of the game but Torquay was determined in the last quarter, getting a few turnovers and therefore the win by one goal.

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The Ocean Grove Under 17s Section 2 team line up for the national anthem before their grand final against Portarlington.

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Jorja Connellan is on the attack in the Under 17 Section 2 decider. 185071

17/1 - Ocean Grove 27 def by Queenscliff 33 It was a very close first half but Ocean Grove managed to have a one-goal lead at both the breaks. The second half was owned by Queenscliff. Their pressure down the court was outstanding and that made it very difficult for the Grubbers to work the ball down to score.

Queenscliff grabbed turnover after turnover which they converted, putting them ahead by six at the final siren.

Best: Isabelle Teague, Sharni Thebes, Zoe Murrells 17/2 - Ocean Grove 25 def Barwon Heads 11 The U17/2s were able to do Ocean Grove

proud by taking a comfortable win and being the only junior team to qualify for the grand final. They played really well as a team, stepping it up when it counted. They edged their way to the finish by increasing their lead by a few goals at every break.Best: Taylah Jeffrey, Tamsyn Staehr, Sophie Franken oceangrovevoice.com.au

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Devastation for Seagulls

By Justin Flynn Barwon Heads suffered a heart-breaking loss to Modewarre in the Bellarine Football League grand final on Saturday.

The Seagulls entered the match as hot favourites having defeated Modewarre in the second semi-final, but it was the Warriors who emerged triumphant to claim their first ever BFL flag.

Final scores Modewarre 14.9.93 to Barwon Heads 5.16.46.

It capped off a remarkable weekend for the Warriors.

Their A Grade netball team also claimed the premiership while the reserves lost by a point to Torquay.

Either way, it was going to be a fairy-tale premiership regardless of which team won.

Entering the final term trailing by 20 points, there was still hope for the Gulls, but Modda slammed on six unanswered goals to blow the margin out.

The Seagulls will have to wait to end their premiership drought, which now stretches back to 1993.

Barwon Heads just couldn't get on the scoreboard in the second half.

They went goalless in the third term.

A string of nine successive behinds after half time before a consolation goal during time on in the last term would do the minor premiers no favours.

Modda booted the first two goals of the game, but the Gulls hit back to cut the deficit to four points at half time.

And even though Barwon Heads had a

Young local Kyle Polley never gave up for Barwon Heads. 185072 week's rest, it was the Warriors who finished the stronger of the two teams.

In fact two games in a month probably didn't help the Seagulls. Modda had a tough final series, but continuity held them in good stead.

Barwon Heads will regroup and will fancy its chances going forward.

A plethora of young local talent has set the club up for multiple tilts at the flag in the coming years, but for now, it's Modewarre's turn to shine.

For Barwon Heads, co-coach Bobby Wallace was best while Mitch Gaunt played well and kicked two goals and Kyle Polley was in everything.

Co-coach and star ruckman John Meesen was best afield and led Modewarre brilliantly.

Modewarre's John Meesen and Tyson Macilwain from Barwon Heads do battle in a ruck contest in the grand final. Meesen was best afield. 185072 (Mark Heenan Media)

Grubber flag glory not to be Geelong Amateur spoiled Ocean Grove's fairytale end to the season with a hard-fought 11-point win in the Under 19s Division Two Bendigo Bank Cup grand final on Saturday.

Final scores Geelong Amateur 12.5 (77) defeated Ocean Grove 10.6 (66).

The 2018 season was a big improvement for Ocean Grove after winning two finals following their straight sets elimination in 2017 after grabbing second spot.

Three Grubber players who played in Saturday's Under 19s Division 2 decider played seniors for Ocean Grove in 2018 - Harley Pearce, Joe McDonald and Ollie Monteith.

The fast finishing Ammos remarkably came from fifth spot to earn a place in this year's decider after big wins over Barwon Heads, Bell Park and Geelong West Giants.

Ocean Grove earned a week's break after it progressed through to the grand final following its second semi-final win against Geelong West Giants.

Ammos shot out of the blocks early at Drysdale's Mortimer Oval and incredibly led the shell-shocked Grubbers by 40 points mid-way through the second quarter.

Ocean Grove failed to kick a goal in the first quarter and trailed by 29 points at quarter time.

The Grubbers hit back before half time as

momentum swung with star pair Max Sutton and Fletcher Long both kicking goals.

Ocean Grove was down by 26 points at half time and coach Matt Tyrrell told his players the Ammos' ball use was far superior on the outside.

"They are dangerous on the overlap - when it gets out wide," Tyrrell said to his players in his half-time address.

"They use the footy well, if they get it inside 50 they will score."

An inspiring speech from Tyrrell at half time saw Ocean Grove reduce the margin back to three points at three quarter time.

Grubber ruck Lachlan Slater was outstanding and won numerous tap outs, while Joe McDonald was impressive with back-to-back goals in the third term.

McDonald kicked three majors for the match, while Ocean Grove Under 19s co-captain Harley Pearce booted two goals.

Slater almost single-handedly won the game for the Grubbers in the ruck after he was awarded the best on ground medal.

Slater capped off a brilliant 2018 finals series and was named Ocean Grove's best Under 19s player in all of the club's three finals.

Toby Lever was dangerous up forward for Geelong Amateur, finishing with three goals, while Christian Davis slotted through three majors.

Ocean Grove's Nathan Taylor handballs. 185073

Grubber Max Sutton gets his kick away. 185073

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Ocean Grove Under 19s trudge off the ground after losing to Geelong Amateur by 11 points in the Pictures Mark Heenan Media Under 19s Division Two grand final. 185073 Ruckman Lachlan Slater tackles his Geelong Amateur opponent.

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WINNERS: Ocean Grove's D Grade netball side won the premiership on Saturday. 185067 (Mark Heenan Media)

Grubbers D Grade netball champions

By Mark Heenan

and Under and 17 and Under and nearly 150 junior netballers took to the court for Ocean Grove in 2018.

"We have got a lot of juniors playing up in seniors," she said.

All Ocean Grove senior netball grades competed in the 2018 BFNL finals including A, B, C, D and E grades.

In the under-age netball, only Ocean Grove's Under 19s and 13 and Under Section 1 sides missed out on playing finals.

Ocean Grove's 17 and Under Section 1 team went through the home and away season undefeated.

For all the netball action and photos, see page 30.

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Amina King with her best-on-court medal. 185067

Ocean Grove netball fans turned out in droves to support three Grubber teams participating in Bellarine Football Netball League Grand Finals at Drysdale on Saturday 8 September.

The day got off to a winning start thanks to Ocean Grove defeating Torquay 30-18 in the D Grade Medibank Cup Grand Final.

Ocean Grove Football Netball Club Director of Netball, Justine Finlay, said it was a fitting victory after D Grade's heart-breaking 25-24 one goal loss to Geelong Amateur at the 2017 decider.

"With D Grade after last year where they just got pipped at the post and they come out firing (against Torquay)," Finlay told the Voice.

"The first three quarters were close - but

they got way at the end and they did a beautiful job."

It was the sole premiership win for Ocean Grove on Bellarine Football Netball League grand final day after the Grubbers suffered defeats in E Grade and 17 and Under Section 2, while the Grubbers Under 19s football team lost by 11 points to Geelong Amateur in their decider.

Ocean Grove E Grade (21) lost by nine goals to Anglesea (30) and the Grubbers (17) 17 and Under Section 2 team went down to Portarlington 31 by 14 goals.

Finlay said the future looked bright with a number of junior netballers making the transition into senior netball at Ocean Grove.

A total of 16 junior teams spread from 11

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