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PREPARED: Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club competitors are gearing up for the 'Aussies' in Queensland. 191734 Picture: Justin Flynn
Our state champs By Justin Flynn Fresh from taking out the Life Saving Victoria State Championships, Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club is confident of doing well at the 'Aussies' this weekend. The group of young surf life savers is completing its final preparations before the squad travels to Queensland to compete in the Australian Surf Life Saving titles. Despite winning the State Titles in Warrnambool, the squad is focussed on doing well at the 'Aussies'. Coach Sonia Kinsey is confident that the
group can make the finals. "While there are a number of athletes and clubs that are exceptional Australia-wide, we also have a number of great young athletes, who, if they are performing well on the day, could be up there," Kinsey said. "There are a lot of exciting combinations going up this year." Ocean Grove blitzed the State Titles, winning the Junior Nipper and Senior State Championships, but the group has had no time to rest in the lead up to the most important event on the surf life saving calendar.
"The kids have been training since May and while some train in Melbourne during the week, we all try to get together on the weekend for a session or two," Kinsey said. "This enables the athletes to bond and encourage each other on competition day. Most swim of a morning at 5.30am before school, only to continue with a session at the beach most nights from 5pm onwards." With no surf club since the end of last season Kinsey paid tribute to her young surf live savers, who have kept training and have been motivated despite having to transport their
own gear to and from the beach on a daily basis, even during the cold winter months when the water temperature can drop to 10 degrees. "I am extremely proud of them all, training trice a day most days of the week take a lot of dedication," she said. "While I know the competition will be tough, I hope they get the results that they deserve." The racing starts with the Youth on 30 and 31 March at North Burleigh and finishes with the older group racing from 4 to 7 April at Broadbeach.
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Rotary winners announced Hendry Cycles won the coveted Small Business Award at Rotary's Community Awards. Hendry Cycles was judged the best small business for its outstanding commitment to customer service and its efforts in employing and training disadvantaged youth. Hendry Cycles is also involved in sponsorship of under privileged communities in Timor-Leste and has a great understanding of what's needed to reduce our carbon footprint. Managing Director Stephen Draper accepted the award.
Napona was the other finalist. Volunteer of the Year went to Bill Harrison. Formerly a board member of the Geelong Football Umpire's League, Bill was elected to the board in 2006 where he took on the responsibility of managing the recruitment, skills development and welfare of approximately 350 umpires. Bill retired from the board in 2018. He was also instrumental in setting up AUSKICK in Ocean Grove. Bill is still umpiring for the Geelong
League's Under 19s and is secretary of the Begola Wetlands Group. The other very worthy finalist was Janice Nation, who was instrumental in starting up the Ocean Grove VIEW club in 2011. VIEW raises money to support the Smith Family helping disadvantaged children in school's programs. Apprentice of the Year went to Mitchell Cirillo from Cromer Builders. Mitchell is in his 3rd year of a carpentry apprenticeship.
He has shown outstanding ability and work ethic. His goal is to finish his apprenticeship and then obtain a builder's licence. The other finalist was Mitchell Watson from Van Loons Nursery. Mitchell has developed an excellent knowledge of horticulture and displays a professional approach to customers. Pride of Workmanship Award is nominated by the employer who feels his or her employee shows exceptional ability in a number of areas. Ned McLarmon from Cromer Builders was the recipient. He is a site supervisor who goes above and beyond what is expected for both Cromer Builders and their clients. The second finalist was Kelsey Bourke from Bakers Delight Ocean Grove Marketplace who demonstrates a 'can do' approach to everything she does.
IN BRIEF 30-year reunion Queenscliff High School is holding a 30-year reunion for the class of 1989. The reunion is at Queenscliff Brewhouse on Saturday 27 April from 4pm. RSVP to Facebook (QHS Class of '89 - 30 year reunion) or queenscliffhighschoolclassof89@ gmail.com.
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Lakes protest continues By Justin Flynn The fight to save two small lakes at a Wallington aged care residence has received the backing of two local MPs. TLC Homestead Lakes Residential Aged Care plans to drain two stormwater dams to make room for more car parking. However a local protest group is continuing to voice their concerns over the decision, with MPs Lisa Neville and Andy Merrick in full support. The two 'lakes' had provided a safe haven
for waterfowl, turtles and frogs for nearly 20 years, said objector Heidi Wane. Ms Neville and Mr Merrick wrote to Ms Wane declaring their support for the cause. "The filling of the lakes is a matter that I have used my time in the chamber to raise and ask the government to step in and protect them," Mr Merrick wrote. "The fact that filling in the lakes will result in the suffocating deaths of countless frogs and turtles and a loss in habitat for waterbirds is simply unacceptable." Ms Neville sent a letter to TLC on 22 Febru-
ary urging it to reconsider. "Given this issue has not bee resolved, as a matter of urgency I will again write to TLC Aged Care to reiterate my full and strong support for the retention of the lakes and through my office seek a meeting with the CEO," she wrote. Ms Wane organised a second protest at TLC last week that was attended by dozens of people. However, Council confirmed TLC Aged Care had a permit and the right to carry out the works on its own property.
Council issued the permit for the expansion project more than a year ago, a Council spokesperson said. The works included an integrated medical centre, road construction and access as well as some removal of native vegetation, the spokesperson said. "Under the planning scheme there is no cause to stop works undertaken in line with the planning permit." TLC Aged Care had a right to fill in the dams because they were on the company's private property, the spokesperson added.
Federal candidates to come together for community forum By Justin Flynn Local community associations are banding together to bring candidates for the federal election together for a community forum in Ocean Grove. Ocean Grove, Barwon Heads and Breamlea Community Associations are hosting the forum in a similar was to the state election candidate forum last year. "This is your chance to listen to and ask questions of the candidates for the Federal Division of Corangamite" Ocean Grove Com-
munity Association chairperson Phil Edwards said. "We have already met with Sarah Henderson MP and Libby Coker this year and put forward a number of issues/initiatives which we believe should be funded in part by a federal government." One of the issues is the extension of the Bellarine Aquatic Centre to address capacity problems, particularly the size and length of the pool and the supporting change rooms. Also discussed was the upgrade of Grubb
Road and Tuckfield Street in the short term and also the construction of the Bellarine Extension Link to the Geelong Ring Road in the medium term. Mr Edwards said a federal commitment to provide funding for an analysis of the opportunities for micro generation and micro grids in Ocean Grove, or more broadly on the Bellarine, will also be discussed. "Solar energy has been shown to cut the cost of home and business electricity bills over time, whilst reducing our reliance on polluting
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fossil fuels," he said. "The Ocean Grove community is greatly concerned about climate change and this project would allow us to take practical action on this big issue. "Importantly, micro grids enable renters and low-income households to share the renewable energy generated by local solar installations through purchasing low-cost energy from neighbouring properties." The community forum is at 7pm on 1 May at Ocean Grove Bowling Club.
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Badminton team excels on the green Another season of Ocean Grove Community Bowls Challenge wrapped on earlier this month. The 19th running of the challenge, which pits novice lawn bowlers from local businesses against each other in a fun environment, had 28 teams competing for the Ocean Grove Voice Trophy over a period of four consecutive Monday evenings.. After three weeks there were only four undefeated teams. The four teams played off in the semi-finals. One of the original teams in the competition Ocean Grove Badminton defeated Collendina Cobras and Barwon Heads Tennis Club beat The Grubbers in the other semi. The final saw Ocean Grove Badminton comfortably defeat Barwon Heads Tennis Club to win their first Ocean Grove Voice Trophy. Members of the winning team were Michael Hatton, Kerry Davis, Tara Trott and Lyn Swan. Ocean Grove Bowling Club was generously supported by Neale Walter (Robert Oakley Wines), Jean Cowley (IGA), Ocean Grove Voice and Ocean Grove All Makes.
Morning conversation Bellarine Memories recently hosted an open conversation morning around end of life services on the Bellarine. The idea was to bring together like-minded organisations to see how they can work together to support each other and the local community. "We are involved in businesses and organisations that people need but don't necessarily know a lot about," Bellarine Memories Fiona Dempster said. "We are hoping to break down some of the barriers around end of life conversations and highlight some of the amazing services and innovations we have available right here in our local community." The meetings will be held monthly with a series of community events being planned. If you are interested in becoming involved, contact Fiona Dempster at Bellarine Memories.
Port oval upgrade A Shorten Labor Government will deliver $455,000 to upgrade facilities at Portarlington Recreation Reserve. The funding will help upgrade lighting systems at both the number one and number two ovals and facilitate construction of energy efficient club rooms that would improve the fiscal standing of the football/netball club. The existing lighting at the club's main oval is 20 years old, well past its use-by date. The club's second oval is without lighting, causing scheduling headaches for the growing club and its six teams. WINNERS: Ocean Grove Badminton Club members Michael Hatton, Kerry Davis, Tara Trott and Lyn Swan won the Ocean Grove Voice Trophy.
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The Grove’s Mr Diamond By Justin Flynn Jackson Landry will head to Brisbane next month to compete in the Mr Diamond Australia competition. The 18-year-old film and television student moved to Ocean Grove from Bendigo recently and is entering the pageant to help support his chosen charity Minus18. Minus18 is a youth-driven organisation that provides support for young LGBTIQ Australians. Miss and Mr Diamond is more than a 'beauty pageant'. It doesn't judge on looks and has no size, weight or height limits. It aims to celebrate the beauty and diversity of everyone. "I've been modelling for while at fashion shows and I was at a modelling event in August last year and the current Mr and Miss Diamond were there and they said I should join and I did and got in," Jackson told the Voice. Jackson moved from Bendigo to Ocean Grove and is loving the relaxed coastal lifestyle. "I find Ocean Grove a lovely place full of positive people and nice days," he says. "I've already started to be known by the locals from my local gym (F45), work (Apco Barwon Heads) and just being out and about. "I've noticed it's a lot more friendly down here." In 2016, Jackson won a young entrepreneur program called (TYE), which he and two other teens won an all-expenses paid trip to the USA. "We got to pitch our idea to the American chapter, visit Apple and Google and San
Francisco and this is where my career started to kick off ," he said. "From this I had more connections to get out there and more opportunities with becoming student ambassador for TYE, a product ambassador for a hair product and now Mr Diamond. "I started modelling in 2016 and just started with photo shoots then I got into the Australia's Next Top Model finals, but unfortunately didn't get through as this was my first ever runway. "I gained more experience runwaying for E&E management and also Minus18 Spring Fashion Show." Jackson is passionate his charity, Minus18. "I want to be a role model and to make a difference and a have positive outlook on the youth of the LGBTI community especially in rural areas to show stuff can happen," he said. "I found out more about Minus18 and I wanted to be part of the community to make a difference. "Especially being from Bendigo, Minus18 is not really known up there, so it's good to get people talking about it." The 'pageant' itself involves more than just the actual event. Jackson has had to get 'points' before the show by getting photographs with his sash, social media likes, media mentions and a public choice vote, which he won. The Mr Diamond event itself, on 11 April, involves outfits, question and answer sessions, speeches and runway shows involving evening and casual wear.
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SOUL’s season going strong
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SOUL Longboard Club ran its second club day for the year at 13th Beach. Contest director Brian Tucker checked out the conditions early and the decision was made to move to the break known as Boings. Surfers were greeted with a small but consistent easterly swell that had good scoring potential. Most surfers were doing two divisions so it was important to keep heats moving through quickly and the judging table was a hive of activity. Secretary Chad was on the PA and keeping everyone moving and entertained in his usual style. The club has had a focus on getting more juniors involved by letting them surf on boards that may not strictly be longboards and providing a free drink and sausage. It seems to
paying off as all the junior boys and girls heats were full to capacity and at least six new family members. "This club has always promoted its self as a family friendly club and we are well placed in the community to provide a safe and fun place to get together with family and friends and have a surf," president Andrew Brown said. "It's a great way to get to know other families and surfers who you see around the beach and surf with during the year." By 5pm the day was done and presentations held in the car park, everyone was worn out after a great day's surfing. Next club day is 13 April. Meet Ocean Grove Main Beach 7am. Keep up to date on Facebook, Instagram or the web. Search Soullongboard club.
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Sam stars in AFL debut munity Series games and looks set to replicate that form in the season proper. He collected 28 disposals with five inside 50s in the opening preseason match against Essendon and had 23 touches in the second game against Collingwood. Walsh is a certain starter for Carlton's round two clash against Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval on Saturday. © Dario Podesta
Collendina junior Sam Walsh was impressive in his debut AFL game for Carlton last Thursday night. The 18-year-old collected 24 disposals in a polished display, which was highlighted by the number one draft pick, had 16 kicks, eight handballs and six marks during the Blues' first-round loss to Richmond in front of more than 85,000 fans at the MCG. Walsh starred in the club's two JLT Com-
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Hoops debut for Hannah By Mark Heenan Ocean Grove raised Hannah Burchell had plenty of home town support prior to her Geelong AFLW debut on 15 March including a special note from her former Auskick coach. Hannah, 24, was in Canberra to play her first AFLW game against Greater Western Sydney under lights when she received a message from her junior football mentor Darren Moroney before the game. Moroney, an Ocean Grove Football Netball Club committee member, was Hannah's inaugural junior football coach at the Ocean Grove Collendina Cobras 18 years ago. The popular local junior football club was renamed Ocean Grove Cobras at an historic annual general meeting last year. "It was pretty special actually - I was getting on a bus in Canberra and I got a message from my first Auskick coach Darren Moroney," an excited Hannah told the Voice. "I got a message just congratulating me on making my debut and wishing me all the best. "It was a weird moment, I thought bloody hell I can't believe I even got to play Auskick and now here I am Iiving out what was just a dream. "I have still got the backing of Darren who always had my back and always wanted me to keep going with footy and I felt that from the whole Ocean Grove Cobras football community. "Mum got a few personal messages to wish me well from a few of the locals and family friends. "I have always held the Cobras in high regard."
Parents Deb and Graeme Burchell and her partner Tom all travelled to Canberra to watch Hannah's debut, while older brother Nick was unable to attend. "The three of them came up so that was nice," said Hannah, who resides in Carlton after she completed a Bachelor of Paramedicine in 2018. Deb and Graeme were invited to a special jumper presentation in the Cats' rooms before the match. Hannah began the match on the interchange before she came on to play as an outside midfielder and finished the match with eight possessions and took two marks. Hannah impressed at local junior level with Newtown & Chilwell before finding her way on to Geelong's inaugural VFLW list. She played the 2017 and 2018 seasons for the Geelong Cats' VFLW side demonstrating massive potential. She booted 13 goals in her 31 games for the Cats VFLW side. Hannah wore number 3 for her first game and came through the ranks the hard way. Two quad tears. The first tear was a low-grade one, but the second was much more severe, resulting two months on the sidelines.
Hannah Burchell was joined by her parents Deb and Graeme at a jumper presentation for her AFLW debut in Canberra. Picture: Geelong Cats
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A smoother day out at Bellarine Railway The Lions Club of Clifton Springs/Curlewis has been successfully feeding the Bellarine Railway's Day Out With Thomas patrons and railway volunteers since 2013. The popular two-day event is held in January, April and October each year, at the Queenscliff station and can attract more than 5000 people. At these events, the railway's volunteers are busy bringing characters such as Sir Topham Hatt, Thomas, Douglas, Oliver, Salty and those Troublesome Trucks to life. Lions Club members arrive with a smile to prepare a menu of egg and bacon rolls, chicken skewers with coleslaw and barbecue sausages - which have always had the onion put on first. The proceeds from this barbecue help the Lions Club fund important community based projects, and they recently presented the Bellarine Railway with a donation of $2000 to help improve the event. Families attending the next Day Out With Thomas event on 13 and 14 April will be able to start enjoying the rides and activities sooner with a reduced waiting time. New iPhones for scanning tickets and a mobile trolley will remove the need for volunteers to check tickets manually. In addition, two new marquees will provide shade for patrons waiting to get a barbecue lunch and the Lions Club members serving them. The Lions Club of Clifton Springs/Curlewis was established in 2012, and is a not for profit organisation, that supports other not for profits. The Bellarine Railway is always looking for new volunteers and a variety of roles are available to suit most interests - including being Thomas the Tank Engine's Driver for a day.
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Ocean Grove on Barwon Ladies Probus Club is facing a member shortage. The group is an outlet for retired women to enjoy each other's company. The club has regular lunch meetings, guest speakers, afternoon coffee and cake, day bus trips and walking, home movie and canasta groups. "We'd like to attract more members," Margaret Gravett said. "We're the only one on the Bellarine that include the two towns. "We need and influx of people. There are new people in town perhaps from the new estates that may not know about us." Ocean Grove on Barwon Ladies Probus Club meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 10am at St peters Church Hall, Draper St, Ocean Grove. Contact Anna on 5256 2073, Margaret on 5255 1338 or Marion on 0439-383 927 for more information.
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Solar treatment for Grove Two Ocean Grove buildings will have almost 500 solar panels fitted. Bellarine Sports and Aquatic Centre will have 384 panels installed and The Grove Community Centre 114 panels. Along with Leisurelink (384 panels), Anakie Road Operations Depot (308), National Wool Museum (263), Splashdown (196) Waurn Ponds Library (96) and Grovedale Community Hub (96) the projects are part of the City's Zero Carbon Buildings Program.
When completed by June, the combined projects will: Total 508 kW of installed solar, made up of 1877 solar panels; generate 66,198 kWh of energy per year; and save 753 tonnes of greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere annually. The Zero Carbon Buildings Program focuses on improving the environmental performance of the City's buildings through renewable energy generation and energy efficiency improvements.
The solar installations also provide economic value, with the cost of the individual systems typically covered within five to six years. The program is part of the City's actions to achieve the Zero Carbon Emission Strategy, which aims to reduce energy costs and cut corporate emissions by 50 per cent by 2020. When the Council adopted the strategy in April 2017, the City of Greater Geelong had seven individual solar systems installed.
The overall number of systems in operation will have tripled to 21 by the end of this year. Combined, this would generate enough energy to power 192 households and save more than 1260 tonnes of greenhouse gases each year. Other work - such as lighting upgrades, automated building control systems and upgraded heating and cooling measures - is progressively rolling out to help meet the 50 per cent target.
Locks off for a great cause Woodlands House Child Care Centre educator Fiona Norton had her head shaved for charity. Accompanied by her partner Eagle Robertson and sister Bernadette Hearn who also participated, Fiona's locks disappeared at the hands of Zoe Van Der Heyden Hair Design and Angie from Centre of Excellence to raise money for cancer. Inspired by their support for their good friend Gayle Hanson, who is fighting breast cancer, they raised $3500 for Shave For a Cure. Fiona and Bernadette's brothers, Luke and John, also shaved their heads at another location. Fiona Norton, Eagle Robertson and Bernadette Hearn had their heads shaved for Chave For a Cure.
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Cycling with a big heart A social group of cyclists hit the streets for their annual Red Cross door knock. The group, which rides most days, hopped onto their bikes and raised more than $1000 in a single evening door knocking at local homes. March is Red Cross Calling month and the volunteers all across the Bellarine were out collecting. Each year the group of cyclists go out door
knocking for the Red Cross and Grovers always give generously. Red Cross Month is held in March every year. Right Picture: Riding for Red Cross: Peter Hawthorne, Bruce Sarah, Brad Haskett, Laurie Fitzsimmons, John Foord, John Graham, Jill Graham and Genevieve Sutherland before their door knock. 191620
Easter event getting bigger Queenscliff Bowling, Tennis and Croquet Club will be hosting its 6th Annual Easter Eggstravaganza which supports the Good Friday Appeal. The event has put Queenscliff back on the map as a major fund-raiser in the region, last year raising an impressive $38,125 - that's more than $13 for every single resident in the entire borough. Held on Good Friday it's designed to have something for the whole family, but most of all the kids which is what the day is all about. The kids will have a ball with loads of activities to entertain them including a jumping castle, craft station, face painting, handball competition, netball shootout, bunny bowling, and the main event being the huge Easter egg hunts. Parents and grandparents will also be well entertained with market stalls, auctions, silent auctions, raffles and live music. There is spectacular seafood on the menu along with a kids snack shack, hot cross buns a plenty, and an outdoor bar to keep you refreshed through the day. Every dollar raised on the day goes to the Good Friday Appeal with no recovery of staging costs associated with the event to diminish the fundraising total achieved on the day. Volunteers are needed for set up, pack up and a range of other roles on the day. Donations of goods, services, vouchers, raffle or auction items are also welcomed. In its first five years the event has raised $158,066 for the appeal. To be a part of this year's event phone 5258 1773 or email admin@ queenscliffbowling.com.au.
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Ocean Grove residents concerned about teenage suicide prevention are invited to a free event exploring the issue through a professional play and workshop. Teenage suicide in greater Geelong and the surrounding regions is a pressing concern - the multiple suicides of students at one school in one year was the subject of a coronial inquiry. Suicide: It's Time We Talked is a 35-minute play that addresses youth suicide in the online era and how young people can reach breaking point without their parents realising. Its developers argue that suicide has been taboo for too long and families should discuss it in a way that educates and potentially prevents self-harm. This free event, which is funded through a state government Pick My Project grant, features an evocative play seeing the issue through a teenager's eyes, with a follow-up a panel of experts for a Q&A with parents, educators and students. The play will be held on Friday 29 March from 6.30pm to 9.30 pm at Sacred Heart College, Retreat Road, Newtown. Register via eventbrite.com/e/suicide-its-time-we-talkedtickets-55317826107. oceangrovevoice.com.au
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Swamp shooting banned Indian-yellow nosed Albatross.
Kevin's picture of a stilt at Lake Lorne. The heavens have not opened properly, so I've added a triple cartwheel followed by a double salto and twist to my rain dance. Lets hope that this routine works. Despite the terribly dry conditions I've had a great few weeks of bird watching. The best news was that duck shooting was not allowed at Hospital Swamp due to the presence of many curlew sandpipers and I also notice that three wood sandpipers were also spotted in the same area. These birds are migratory shorebirds and will not be hanging around for too much longer, so no doubt this is just a temporary reprieve for the poor ducks. The next good news is that the hooded plover chick at Point Lonsdale fledged last week, which is a great tribute to volunteers and dog walkers and beach users (and the hooded plover parents) in that area. I received an email from Lynne in Ocean Grove who noticed a flock of gang-gang cockatoos in Woodlands Estate in Ocean Grove. Needless to say I was loitering around Woodlands searching for these gorgeous creatures at every opportunity. I heard them before I saw them, and when I saw them I was thrilled. Tom Fletcher has had up to six gang-gangs in his garden, which for a dedicated birdwatcher, must be wonderful. Thanks so much Lynne for the heads up and I really enjoyed seeing gang-gangs in the Grove. I was driving to Point Lonsdale one day when I noticed two wedge-tailed eagles souring over a paddock. I did a u-turn when it was safe to do
so, and couldn't see the birds anywhere. I was cursing myself about how impossible it is to lose two such big birds, when I glimpsed them on the ground, in a paddock behind some pine trees. I parked the car and crept towards them with the pine trees as cover. Needless to say they noticed me as soon as I was in the open, and took off, but not before I did take a few quick images. When I got home and looked on the computer I noticed that one of the eagles was a fledgling. It was a lighter brown cover with many white downy feathers still present. Somewhere in the Bellarine there was a wedge-tailed eagle nest over the summer. I haven't seen the wedgies since, but a friend saw a young bird in Curlewis, so their habitat must extend over a large range. Last weekend I went on my second pelagic trip from Port Fairy. I am totally hooked on these trips and if I could go out every month I would. The highlights were many and varied. We saw three sharks (I'm not sure of the species) and they hung around the boat for a good half an hour. I had the 'Jaws' movie theme music playing in my head, but I must say that I was enthralled
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BARWON COAST UPDATE Festival of the Sea We were proud to again support the Festival of The Sea held from 13 to 16 March. There was a change of focus for the festival this year as Festival President Jon Duthie explained “We’ve gone back to the festival roots. It was a great Barwon Heads celebration of our connection with the ocean and the coast”. Festival events included a schools program, slide night, trivia night, outdoor fishy film theatre and a big Festival Saturday with arts displays and local music on the Barwon Heads’ foreshore. All bands were required to sing a song with a link to the ocean or coast. The crowd’s favourite: ‘My mother left my father for Diver Dan’!
by these amazing creatures and they didn't seem at all scary from my safe view on the boat. They could have attacked around 40 seabirds that were floating in the water around the boat, but they didn't, thank goodness. We also viewed a pod of around 20 to 30 common dolphin that were mingling with huge flocks of gannets and shearwaters. There must have been a sizeable school of fish in the vicinity. I had to close my eyes and savour and soak in this moment. It was up there with the first trip to the Barrier Reef (in 1995 before global warming and coral bleaching), my first trip to Kakadu and the boobook owl landing right next to me on a branch, and staying there, at Wilson's Prom. I saw my first Arctic jaegar (no photo, so excited I didn't focus the camera properly), Campbell albatross, Indian yellow-nosed albatross and flesh-footed shearwater. Thanks to great directions given to me by Annette from Ocean Grove I also saw my first sanderling on Killarney Beach. I also saw good numbers of other beach-dwelling shorebirds such as red-capped plovers, double-banded
plovers and red-necked stints. This was despite many dogs being off leash when all the signs everywhere stated that dogs are not allowed on the beach at all until after Easter Monday. I received an email from Susan from Ocean Grove, who described seeing a pair of masked lapwings with a tiny chick in her street late last November. The parent birds were nervous, raucous, loud and anxious - conditions they are well known for. She did not see that youngster again and was a bit worried a cat or dog had got to him/her. Fast forward to February, same street but around the corner, all three again but now the little chick was almost full grown. It's great how that species seems to adapt so well to urban streets. Thanks Susan for your email. I also received an email from Kevin who spotted some pink-eared ducks and a blackwinged stilt (a bird also known as a pied stilt, white-headed stilt, white-necked stilt, blackthroated stilt, long-shanks, stilt-bird, stiltplover, long-legged plover, dog bird.) at Lake Lorne in Drysdale. Thanks so much Kevin for your wonderful observations. I also received a lovely email from Norm and Maureen who live in the Shoalhaven area of NSW. They received a copy of one of my Voice articles and wrote to tell me of the range of birds that they have in their area of Australia, and they told me that they actually have a satin bowerbird's bower in their garden. How fantastic.
Mobile Phone Recycling - They’re Calling On You Barwon Coast has partnered with Zoos Victoria mobile phone recycling campaign ‘They’re Calling On You’. This program raises funds through recycling mobile phones. Funds are donated to support Zoos Victoria and their conservation partners ‘Gorilla Doctors’, who provide life-saving medical care to fragile wild gorilla populations in Africa. You can support this initiative by dropping off mobile and smart phones, tablets and associated accessories in any condition (old, new, working or broken) to either the Barwon Coast office on Jetty Road, the Barwon Heads Caravan Park or Riverview Family Caravan Park offices. Do ensure your personal information is secure by conducting a Factory Data Reset (Android) or Erase All Content and Settings (I-Phone) prior to donation.
Water Quality Monitoring Pilot Project The Barwon Estuary Monitoring Pilot Project commenced in November 2018 and is delivered by the local community in partnership with the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority. The project is a citizen science program trialling monitoring of public health and recreational water quality indicators, whilst keeping the community informed about public health impacts. Community volunteers collect data on the quality of water in the estuary, in the proximity of stormwater outfalls and areas of high recreational use. A variety of parameters are regularly measured including enterococci levels, ammonia and general observations of the appearance and odour of the water. Barwon Coast support this program through assisting in the development of the program and the storage of equipment.
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The Barwon Heads Main Jetty (adjacent to’ At The Heads’ Restaurant) requires rehabilitation. Works on the jetty piles and deck are scheduled to run from April 22nd to June 30th. The jetty and a small area on the promenade immediately to the south of the jetty will be closed to public use during this period.
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 13th Beach.
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The Portarlington Golf Club, one of the most successful golf clubs in western Victoria, hosts many events that raise large amounts of money for charities. It is the largest business in Portarlington and is very supportive of the local community. The club is on freehold land owned by it members, and as a gaming venue receives poker machine profits which are directed to funding improvements around the club. I was therefore suprised that it received a substantial tax payer funded grant from Sarah Henderson MP. Surely public money would be better directed to community owned projects and facilities. John Bugge, Portarlington
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Name: Ben Sanders How many years have you been on a volunteer surf patrol lifesaver for? Eight or nine years I have been on patrol. What did you want to become volunteer surf lifesaver? I guess I did Nippers growing up and sorted followed through as the next step to help out the community (with patrol). I really enjoy being down at the beach, I grew up in Ocean Grove and it was sort one of these things I enjoyed doing and being down here and hanging out with people. What is your favourite thing about being on a volunteer surf patrol at the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club? Probably just the community, being with a bunch of people and having them come up and talk to you and saying hi to everyone and that sort of stuff and sit down at the beach and just enjoy being around a nice place. Do have any superstitions before you
Well done to everyone who contributed thoughts and ideas. One of the key themes to emerge was access to aquatic facilities. A lot of people are asking me for a bigger swimming pool and a hydrotherapy pool. We are in the midst of budgeting for 201920 and we are again advocating strongly for a feasibility study into exactly what aquatic facilities are wanted by the community, what is needed and where is the best location on the Bellarine for those facilities. It is a slow process but patience is a virtue. So is persistence and we are confident there is progress. Of course, we need to ensure that decisions are fair and based on evidence and best value. Railway Volunteers Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway Inc is seeking volunteers. If you are looking for a new hobby, they need you. Vacancies exist for station staff, signallers, drivers, handypersons, kiosk staff and more. Please call 0476-124 598 or email secretary@ miniaturerailway.com.au. Thank you for your efforts Thank you to everyone in Ocean Grove and surrounding areas who contributes to this beautiful place and lovely way of life. We look forward to supporting you however we can. Councillor Steph Asher
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The Voice brings you a column each edition from three of our Bellarine councillors - Stephanie Asher, Jim Mason and Trent Sullivan. We all know how difficult it can be to get a message out and what a privilege it is to be able to speak directly to everyone through this column. Thanks to the Ocean Grove Voice for the opportunity. Here are two key priorities that we are focused on right now: Budget Process The allocation of money for capital and operational expenditure is a complex process, largely due to the size and scale of the City of Greater Geelong. As a team of councillors we are working hard to simplify the budget process. We are determined to ensure the community voice is heard and that we meet the needs of local groups in a fair and transparent manner. Swimming pool feasibility study We are out there listening to the Bellarine community and it has long been known that the Bellarine needs improved aquatic facilities. The City of Greater Geelong's Social Infrastructure Plan review - known as the 'Places and Spaces' survey - received a very high percentage response from Ocean Grove.
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Blues artist Claude Hay is coming to the Grove.
An Irishman walks out of his secure Telecom job and lands a role in the enduring Australian soap, Home & Away. A true story, The Fall of the Roman Umpire is actor Dennis Coard's ode to his personal journey. Self-narrated, The Fall of the Roman Umpire charts Coard's odyssey from Ireland as a child, emigrating with his immediate family to Adelaide. A stint working for Telecom, two divorces and a couple of kids later, Coard swaps the safe life for a life of theatre. His decision to audition for the Victorian College of the Arts at the ripe old age of 35, Dennis Coard gives his personal guarantee "If you don't laugh, you get your money back!"
Chook Shop return gig Song at Australia Blues Music Awards, Winner of Best Live Act at Australia's Independent Music Awards and supporting the likes of Joe Bonammassa and Seasick Steve. Hay invokes the best of stomping traditional blues, hard rock and booty-shaking funk, all delivered with slide guitar chops to burn and a vocal range to match. Hay will perform at the Chook Shop on Friday 12 April. Tickets $15 online at pipinghotchickenshop.com.au or geelongtickets. com.au or $20 at the door.
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Award winning blues artist Claude Hay returns to Ocean Grove in April to stake his claim on the music landscape with the release of his new single 'Give Me Something'. Hay's long awaited return to Ocean Grove's iconic Piping Hot Chicken and Burger Grill will have locals excited. Hay's accolades include album charting at No 9 on USA Billboard Blues charts following appearing on USA's National Public Radio Network (weekly listenership of 27 million ), ranking No 5 on Amazon's Blues albums of the year, winner of Best Male Vocalist and Best
paid off in spades as Coard nabbed long-running parts on shows such as Home & Away and Blue Heelers. The Fall of the Roman Umpire is testament to Coard's comic timing and consummate skill as an-all round actor. It is an intimate, poignant and ultimately life-affirming journey through life - and you have a ring-side seat. Dennis Coard gives his personal guarantee "If you don't laugh, you get your money back!" The show is at the Potato Shed 8pm Thursday 4 April. For tickets, call the Potato Shed on 5251 1998 or visit the box office or any City of Greater Geelong Customer Service Centre.
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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 2pm-5.30pm. Ocean Grove Hotel See http://oceangrovehotel.com.au/whatson/ for upcoming events.
Markets and fairs Bellarine Community Farmers' Market Third Saturday of month, 9am-1pm, Ocean Grove Park.
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Get active 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 low impact exercise to music for 55 to whatever. All fitness levels and ages. Everyone welcome. Phone Marg on 0407-244 767. 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.
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Leopold Hall, Bellarine Highway 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. Carpet Bowls Indoor carpet bowls starting 4 February. Meet new friends and play a friendly game of bowls. All ages welcome. Parks Hall, Portarlington. Mondays from 12.30pm to 3pm. Cost $4 includes afternoon tea. Contact Neighbourhood House, 5259 2290, after hours 0431-789 048.
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Moorfield Park, Grubb Road. New Lions most welcome. Phone 0418 524 873.
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Ocean Grove Library, corner Presidents Avenue and The Avenue. Wednesdays 10.30am - Toddlertime. Thursdays 11.30am, Babytime - Nursery Verses. Mondays 10.30am - Preschool Storytime. Third Tuesday of month 2.30pm-3.30pm, book chat for adults. Visit www.geelonglibraries.vic.gov.au
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Health and wellbeing 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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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.
Bellarine Peninsula Take off Weight Naturally Club meets Tuesday nights, 5.30pm, at Uniting Church 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. Ocean Grove Chess Club, Tuesdays 7pm to 9pm, $2.50 per session. If you are interested in playing or learning chess - then join us. A friendly and sociable group assisting beginners and players returning to the enjoyable traditional game. Phone Julie 5255 4294 or Ralph 0431 458 100. Ocean Grove Bellarine Training and Community Hub, 1 John Dory Dr, Ocean Grove, or email reception@btach.com.au.
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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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.
First and third Tuesday of every month Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club, 7pm,
Bellarine for Refugees, Barwon Heads Community Garden, Barwon Heads, at 3.45pm. New members always welcome. Any inquiries, Margaret 0419 323 166.
Wednesdays Ocean Grove and District Men's Shed, 9am to 1pm, 17 Smithton Grove. Phone 0475 418 377. After hours Bruce Ward 5255 8827. Chord Club - meet to make music: every Wednesday, 4pm, at 101 The Terrace, Ocean Grove. Jujitsu, 6.30pm juniors, 7.30pm adults, Surfside Centre. Phone Steve 0438 019 991.
First Wednesday of every month Bellarine Business Women, from 7pm, Suma Park Winery, Bellarine Highway. For details contact info@bellarinebusinesswomen.com.au or 0412 199 467. 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 Ocean Grove Angling Club, 7.30pm, Minerva Close sporting oval clubhouse. Phone Gary 0408-812 438.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.
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.
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 Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Breast Cancer Support Group, last Friday of each month at Ocean Grove Bowling Club at 12.30pm for lunch. Details Julie Rodger 0435 362 573. 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.
Sundays Bellarine Peninsula Church of Christ meets each Sunday at 10.30am at 17 Tareeda Way, Ocean Grove.
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The freshest produce in OG Ocean Grove Fruit Crew is well known for its fresh fruit and veg in Ocean Grove. The local and family owned business at Park Lane in the Grove has the largest range of fresh organic produce in the region. As certified organic farmers themselves, the Gregorys know a thing or two about organic fruit and veg. Darren and Carolyn Gregory have an organic farm at Connewarre and use as much of the produce from there as they can. The organic section is proving to be popular with locals who want fresh organic produce. The organic section is seriously impressive and is growing all the time. Ocean Grove Fruit Crew has eliminated the
use of disposal plastic bags and waste has been halved. "We pride ourselves on our competitive prices and variety over the major chains," Darren says. "Shop local, support local." The juice bar next door is also doing a roaring trade and the Mexican street food is proving to be very popular. Choose from burritos and tacos to go. Yum. Darren and Carolyn's daughter Eden works at the shop, making Ocean Grove Fruit Crew a true local and family run business. Ocean Grove Fruit Crew is at Shop 9, 73 The Terrace. Enter via Trak Arcade or Park Lane. See www.fruitcrew.com.au for more information.
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New beginning for Grove By Mark Heenan The Grubbers head into 2019 with a new senior playing coach Jordan Jones at the helm after former Geelong AFL player Paul Lynch coached Ocean Grove in 2017 and 2018. Jones, 28, returns to his local grassroots footy home at Ocean Grove after stints with AFL club West Coast, WAFL club West Perth and VFL clubs Werribee and Williamstown more recently. Jones is complimented by non-playing assistant coaches David King, who returns after a successful stint at St Joseph's and also where he played with the Grubbers in 2016, and also Stuart Jones, Jordan Jones' father. Key Grubber defender Justin Carey, also a playing assistant coach, and midfielder James Linton will be the club's senior co-captains for 2019. The off-season saw several changes to the club's playing and coaching personnel after the Grubbers missed BFL finals in 2018. Gone are Andrew Jarvis, a key ruck, Matt Caldow and Jahd Anderson who have all joined GFL club South Barwon. Grubber forwards Jake Carmody and Travis Gavin have both retired. Ocean Grove has quietly gone about its business in the off-season with Jones building the club's list and adding new key positional recruits. New ruck Steve Presani heads across from GFL club Colac, while running midfielder Joey Perkovic adds some class from Shepparton and Kurt Cole (Burleigh) and Lachie Meadows (Olinda Ferny Creek) are the other most notable recruits. The transition of Grubber Under 19 players who have moved into to the senior ranks will be important. Youngsters Joe McDonald, Logan Taylor, a Geelong Falcons representative, and Ollie Monteith have all come through the Under 19 system at the Grubbers and have had a taste of senior football at Ocean Grove. Midfield is a key strength for Grubbers' 2019 hopes, Luke Cartelli, last season's club senior best and fairest winner and James Linton are expected to shoulder the main on-baller duties alongside playing coach Jordan Jones at times. Expect Harry Walker to be an important player in defence alongside Justin Carey, while Sam Spencer, a reserves ruckman for the Grubbers in 2018, is expected to assist Presani in the ruck where needed. ARRIVALS Jordan Jones (senior playing coach) David King (senior assistant coach) Stuart Jones (senior assistant coach) Steve Presani (Colac) Joey Perkovic (Shepparton) Jake Ward (Kyneton)
Grubber youngster Isaac Wilkins was one of the club's biggest improvers last season. Kurt Cole (Burleigh) Lachie Meadows (Olinda Ferny Creek) Cory Connor (Sunshine) Jake Wilkie (Ballan) Jamison Owen (St Joseph's) Keegan Cuolahan (St Joseph's) Aaron Baxter (returns to Ocean Grove) Adam Donald (Irrewarra-Beeac) (returns to Ocean Grove) DEPARTURES Paul Lynch (former Grubber senior coach) Matt Aston (senior assistant coach) Andrew Jarvis (South Barwon) Matt Caldow (South Barwon) Jahd Anderson (South Barwon) Nick Lynch (South Colac - Colac and District Football League) Karl Staudt (Macedon - Riddell District Football League) Jake Carmody (retired) Travis Gavin (retired) "I am rapt to be back. It is exciting. I am here to get everyone developing and that is
going to create a competition for spots for us. Most blokes will (have got) two out of three practice matches (before the season starts). We are going to do that every week pick our best available side." - Ocean Grove Football Club senior playing coach Jordan Jones Playing finals has to be aim for the Grubbers in 2019 after missing out on a top five spot last season. The early BFL premiership favouritism rests with last year's premiers Modewarre and runners-up Barwon Heads and also Drysdale, whcih has recruited heavily over the off-season. Ocean Grove plays four of its first six games at home at Ray Menzies Memorial Oval at Shell Road. The Grubbers commence the season with their only home night match against Newcomb in Round 1 on Saturday 6 April. Ocean Grove will play its bumper Easter long weekend home game against Queenscliff on 20 April. A home showdown for the Battle of the Bridge against Barwon Heads at Shell Road
takes place in Round 10. The Grubbers end their season with away fixtures against Barwon Heads in Round 17 and Queenscliff in Round 18. 2019 GRUBBERS BFL DRAW Round 1: Newcomb (home) (night match) Round 2: Drysdale (away) Round 3: Queenscliff (home) Round 4: Modewarre (away) Round 5: Anglesea (home) Round 6: Geelong Amateur (home) Round 7: Portarlington (away) Round 8: Torquay (home) Round 9: Newcomb (away) (Sunday game) Round 10: Barwon Heads (home) Round 11: Drysdale (home) Round 12: Anglesea (away) Round 13: Geelong Amateur (away) Round 14: Modewarre (home) Round 15: Torquay (away) Round 16: Portarlington (home) Round 17: Barwon Heads (away) Round 18: Queenscliff (away)
Footy returns for Grubbers Senior women's football returned for 2019 with Ocean Grove hosting a practice match against Grovedale at Ray Menzies Memorial Oval at Shell Road on Thursday night 20 March. The Grubbers and Tigers female players had one of their final pre-season match hitouts under lights before their 2019 season campaign starts on Sunday 7 April. The Ocean Grove senior women's team will be coached by Lisa Borg and Sal Enders in 2019. In their inaugural season Ocean Grove (96) finished third on the ladder before finals in the senior women's Division 2 competition in 2018. Ocean Grove went down to Barwon Heads, the Division 2 senior women's premiers, in a knockout semi-final by only one point last season. Right Picture: Action from the Ocean Grove senior women's football practice match against Grovedale at Ray Menzies Memorial Oval at Shell Road. Picture: Mark Heenan Media oceangrovevoice.com.au
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We are the champions By Justin Flynn Ocean Grove clinched the Geelong Ballarat Premier Division bowls premiership against Queenscliff on Sunday. The Grovers won convincingly by 23 shots 102 to 79 at Belmont. It was a superb performance by Grove given the side lost star youngster Kira Bourke during the season due to her family's move to Queensland. Ocean Grove was tested by Queenscliff, but answered every challenge. Matt Flapper's rink had the biggest win of the day. The former Commonwealth Games rep led his rink of Cheyne Verrier, Callum Hanna and Bradley Pavey to a 34 to 16 triumph that set the tone. Leigh McIlvenny skipped his rink to a fine win, 25 to 18. Mark Featherston, Terence Brady and Kenneth Thomas were superb. Paul Cameron skipped his rink to a narrow 24 to 23 win in a huge effort. Thomas Warren, Tony Joel and Chris Price holding off the Queenscliff rink of John Monohan, Richie McGovern, Tim Smith and Larry Donohue. Queenscliff got the better of Michael West's rink, but only by three shots. Craig Rippon, Brian Boyle and William Collihole helped limit the damage to the overall scoreline in a gutsy performance. In Division One, Drysdale proved too strong for Ocean Grove, 95 to 80 at Belmont. Luke Benson (22 to 17) skipped his rink comprising Garry Bowyer, Jeff Howarth and Michael Allen to a win and Rod Brehaut led his rink of Garry Redford, Brian Smith and Craig Hodges to a 21 to 19 triumph. Drysdale won the other two rinks 27-15 and 32-22 to take a deserved premiership. Anglesea defeated Ocean Grove in the Saturday Division Three grand final. Anglesea won 99 to 89. Craig Bassett's rink of Noel Johns, Debbie Clancy and Kenneth Bunning had a huge win and Keith Hogan's rink got up by eight, but Anglesea proved too strong. Ocean Grove won the Division Seven flag in a thriller against Belmont. The Grovers got through 93 to 90 with David Harvey's rink of Dick Clay, Helen Brache and Reginald Hungerford winning 36 to 13 and Lyn Stonehouse skipping her rink to a 24 to 20 win. Ocean Grove defeated Belmont to claim the Division 10 title. Wins on both rinks was enough to secure victory 47 to 28 with John Forde, Terry Tinker, Alexander Cook, Graeme Constable, Robert
Nicol, Maureen Brooks, John Hoult and Martin Van Doren all premiership players. IN Midweek grand finals, Ocean Grove went down to City of Geelong in Division One. City won by 10 shots with Lorraine Kirk skipping her rink of Adele Ryan, Terence Thomas and Michael Allen to a win and Faye Richardson's rink of Carol Howarth, Jeff Howarth and Rod Brehau was locked at 23-all. Bell Post Hill proved too good for Ocean Grove in Division Three with a 66 to 57 win. Marianne Rogan skipped her rink of David Rudge, Anne Way Third and Sandra Murphy to a nice win and Jo Whitehead's rink of Betty Wilding, Karla Turner and Brian Ryan missed out by the barest of margins. Bell Post Hill defeated Ocean Grove in Division Four, 80 to 53. No Ocean Grove wins this time, however, but Elizabeth Braley's rink of Ray Foley, Heather Allan and Bob Brooks only lost by one. Drysdale was too good for Ocean Grove in Division Six. Drysdale won 51 to 44 despite Lorrain Oliver's rink of John Forde, Jenni Morrow and Reginald Hungerford winning well.
Ocean Grove Bowling Club Division 1 player John Gibcus featured in the grand final. 191808
Matt Flapper is elated with the Premier Division result. 191808
Youngster Brad Pavey hugs a teammate after Ocean Grove claim Premier Division title. 191808
Cheyne Verrier delivers his bowl in Premier Division. 191808
Faye Richardson bowls in the Division 1 grand final against Drysdale. 191808
Queenscliff Bowling Club Skipper Luke Wayth and Ocean Grove's Matt Flapper watch proceedings unfold during the Premier Division grand final. 191808
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PREMIERS: Ocean Grove Bowling Club Premier Division celebrate their grand final win over Queenscliff at Belmont Bowls Club. 191808 All pictures: Mark Heenan Media.
Ocean Grove Division 1 Skipper Owen Clark charges down the green. 191808
Ocean Grove Premier Division Skipper Mick West lines up for his bowl. West was in outstanding form in the grand final against Queenscliff. 191808 oceangrovevoice.com.au
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Premiership glory By Mark Heenan Ocean Grove broke a 16-year A Grade premiership drought after its memorable five-wicket BPCA A1 grand final win over Anglesea at Winchelsea on Sunday 24 March. Winning premiership coach Paul Jubber said it was a proud moment for the club to claim an elusive Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association A1 title after its last A Grade flag in 2002/03. "I am super proud of the club and the boys and these been a lot of people who have done a lot of wonderful things around the place - it is terrific to repay with a premiership," Jubber told the Voice. Last season Anglesea downed the Grubbers with victory in a rain affected two-day A Grade decider at Portarlington. The runner-up finish in 2017/18 was a motivating force for Jubber and his team to go one better this season. "A lot of 'what ifs' last year - this year there was unfinished business," Jubber said. "But ultimately, it's a process, it is every ball, it is training session and it is every game you play - you can't look too far ahead." Jubber paid tribute to runners-up Anglesea after the match. The Kangaroos have won two A Grade titles in the past four seasons and finished the 2018/19 season in top spot on percentage. Anglesea which hase now played in four of the last five BPCA A Grade grand finals, showed great sportsmanship and socialised with Grubbers players after the match. "They (Anglesea) are an amazing club," he said. "It is just what cricket is about (the social side) catch up after the game." It was fitting Jubber and first year playing assistant coach Anton Scholtz were at the crease when the winning runs were scored to reach the victory target. The Grubbers dominated on day one after bowling out the highly fancied Anglesea for only 137 from 52 overs. Anglesea all-rounder Brett Venables top scored with 32, while Darcy Cooper contributed with 30 and Tyler Ditloff made an unbeaten 31. Ocean Grove spin bowler Tom Beasley had
Fred Warren Medallist Tom Beasley. 191821 Picture: Mark Heenan Media
PREMIERS: Anton Scholtz and Paul Jubber celebrate the winning runs. 191800 Pictures: Justin Flynn
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Michael Kenneady plays to the leg side. 191800
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a remarkable finals series - he captured 6/47 from 18 overs on day one and spun the Grubbers to victory. Beasley won the prestigious Fred Warren Medal for his man of the match honour. Sam Jubber took 2/52 from 18 overs. In reply at stumps on day one Ocean Grove was 3/49 and needed a further 89 runs for victory. Scholtz was in sublime touch with the bat,
he scored an unbeaten 77 and guided his side to victory. "For Anton you don't play 40 or 50 district games of cricket if you haven't got talent - he is a super talented player and when it counted he was outstanding in the back half of the season," Jubber said. Anglesea speedster Dale Kerr was the leading wicket taker with 2/56 from 16 overs.
We rate all the GF players Ocean Grove Voice news editor Justin Flynn rates every player in the BPCA A1 Grade grand final. OCEAN GROVE Paul Jubber: The skipper was unbeaten at the end when Scholtz hit the winning runs. He came in when things needed a steady head and delivered. Sam Jubber: Bowled some important overs on day one and picked up two vital wickets. Bowled nicely to one side of the wicket. Made a valuable 14 with the bat when runs were at a premium. Huon Bertino: Very good behind the stumps as usual. Got a 2nd ball duck in the run chase, but he's not the first to be trapped in front from a Daisy Kerr full ball. Fletcher Long: Will learn a lot from the experience. Was good in the field and the young leggy-turned-batsman will offer a lot in the years to come. Michael Kenneady: Looked in complete control before playing an ambitious shot late on day one. Still, the master batsmen steadied the side with Anton Scholtz after two quick wickets, and in a small run chase, his contribution was important. Tom Beasley: What a finals series the young offie has had. A dozen wickets, two hauls of sixfor, and a player-of-the-match performance. Bowled with flight and accuracy in a truly brilliant effort. What a refreshing sight it is to see an offie giving the ball some air. Outstanding performance and outstanding finals series. Matt Caulfield: Just the eight overs, but took the prize wicket of Ned Cooper and halted the run rate. Had a great season. Anton Sholtz: Batted beautifully on day one to walk into the sheds unbeaten on 25. oceangrovevoice.com.au
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Anton Scholtz with a cut shot. 191800 Played some crisp drives and held the innings together. Carried that form into day two and was easily the game's best batsman with 77 not out. A superb, experienced and polished performance. Lindon Giuffrida: Took the early wicket of Jacimovic and although he only bowled one spell, he did his job. He's all heart this bloke. Michael Thornton: Didn't have to do much. Was listed to come in at No 9 and didn't bowl. Played 16 games in A1 this season, however, and earned his spot in the side. Shaun Fankhauser: Fielded well and had to survive a torrid few overs at the end of day one. Handy innings on day two when he looked in sparkling form before falling for a well-compiled 16. ANGLESEA Dale Kerr: Bowled with pace and fire and made life very uncomfortable for the Grove top order. Was not happy at being given out stumped for five. In the end, the BPCA's best player just didn't have enough runs to play with. Ned Cooper: The gun left-hander looked untroubled at 16 from 55 deliveries, but then chased a drive from Caulfield and was well caught by Huon Bertino. Brett Venables: Made 32 from 99 balls at No 3 and looked to be in fine form before slightly lofting an off-drive just after tea. Bowled some tidy overs on day two.
Tyron Norman: Tidy as ever behind the pegs, but would be disappointed at his dismissal when he tried to loft Beasley into the outfield. His wicket-keeping was excellent. Ky Eskrigge: It must be a tough gig coming on second over after Dale Kerr has bowled, but the youngster was not over awed in the slightest. Was tight and bowled well. 16 wickets for the season is a good platform for him going forward. Not used on day two, however. Tyler Ditloff: Gave the innings a new lease of life with some beautiful straight hitting. Unfortunately his teammates couldn't stick around for him. Picked up the late wicket of Kenneady on day one and bowled well on day two. Had a great game. Steve Jacimovic: Made six opening the innings, but had a fine season with almost 400 runs Darcy Cooper: Looked in terrific touch with some seriously hard off drives, and got his way to 30 effortlessly before falling to Sam Jubber. Nick Swain: Came in at No 10 and played well, sticking around for Ditloff in a handy 25run ninth-wicket partnership. Played a shot he would like to take back though. He took a big wicket on day two. Cian Foster: Made a first-ball duck and bowled two overs on day one. Simon Umbers: Was trapped lbw for a duck, but the youngster will have learned a lot from the game.
Ocean Grove captain coach Paul Jubber recalled how young Grubber spin sensation Tom Beasley was distraught after the club's Round 13 loss to Barwon Heads - three weeks before finals. Jubber consoled the star spinner after Ocean Grove's four-wicket defeat to Barwon Heads where Beasley took the onus for the loss after figures of 1/45 from 14.1 overs. "All I say is Tommy Beasley is distraught tonight that we didn't win - his growth and development this season has been amazing," Jubber said on 23 February after the club's four-wicket loss to Barwon Heads. "Tommy is hurting quite badly tonight, he feels he could have played a little bit better and could have done a bit more - that is growth we probably need in Tom just take the next step to be an absolute star of the competition. "This might be the catalyst that sets him on the path to an amazing finals we hope." And an amazing BPCA finals series it was for Beasley, 22, where he claimed 12 wickets across the semi-final and final. The likeable right arm off-spinner snared match winning figures of 6/62 from 21.3 overs during Ocean Grove's 38-run win over rivals Barwon Heads in the semi-final on 16 March. His momentum rolled into the decider where he tore through the Anglesea batting line-up and claimed 6/47 from 18 overs. He won the Fred Warren Medal. "I was shattered after that loss," Beasley said. "But it's all worth it now." Beasley had a remarkable season with the ball, he claimed 38 wickets at 19.45 which also included his 8/72 against Drysdale in round six. He was named in a BPCA all star team for 2018/19 season. Grubber teammates Huon Bertino and batting supremo Michael Kenneady were also named in the BPCA team of the season. In other developments, Jubber also hinted the weekend's grand final victory would be his final game as Ocean Grove Cricket Club captain coach. "Yeah I probably won't coach next season," he said. Jubber paid tribute to spinner Tom Kent who missed out on a grand final berth and was named 12th man. Kent took 22 wickets in A1 at 18.09 this season. "To have some of that calibre not playing in our grand final side shows we have some great depth," he said.
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Ocean Grove won the BPCA A1 Grade premiership on the weekend. 191810
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Two premierships for Grove Ocean Grove completed a memorable weekend, winning the major cricket and bowls titles. The Grubbers claimed their first Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association A Grade title in more than 15 years, by defeating Anglesea at Winchelsea. It was a clinical performance from Ocean Grove, which gained some sort of revenge on the 'Seas who beat them in last year's final. Anglesea could score only 137 in which spinner Tom Beasley took his second six-wicket haul for the finals series, to be named a deserved player of the match. Beasley's performance on day one was somewhat overshadowed by Anton Scholtz's batting effort on day two. Scholtz made a delightful unbeaten 77 to steer the Grubbers to a memorable premiership. For Mark Heenan's full story and plenty of Justin Flynn pictures, see page 31. Ocean Grove completed the quinella with a
wonderful win in the Geelong Ballarat Premier Division bowls premiership against Queenscliff on Sunday. The Grovers won convincingly by 23 shots 102 to 79 at Belmont. It was a superb performance by the Grovers considering they lost star youngster Kira Bourke during the season. Matt Flapper's rink had the biggest win of the day. The former Commonwealth Games rep led his rink of Cheyne Verrier, Callum Hanna and Bradley Pavey to a 34 to 16 triumph that set the tone of the afternoon. Ocean Grove also won the Division Five and Division Seven premierships. The Midweek bowls sides didn't fare quite as well, losing the Division One, Three, Four and Six grand finals, but are to be commended for making the decider. See the full report on page 30. Anton Scholtz in full flight. Scholtz and Tom Beasley were the stars in Grove's win. 191800 Picture: Justin Flynn
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