Ocean Grove Voice - 05th June 2019

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Wetlands in good hands Cecilia, Amy, Ila and Jolie from Our Lady Star of the Sea Primary School and Deidre from Corangamite Catchment Management Authority were on hand to celebrate the school's 10th year of caring for the Bonnyvale Wetlands. See page 5 for the full story.

Lights go ahead

By Justin Flynn A notorious Ocean Grove intersection that almost claimed the life of a young motorcyclist will be fixed after being given the green light in the state budget.

Tyler Peace has had multiple operations after his motorcycle collided with a car at the intersection of Orton Street and Presidents Avenue last year. Mr Peace is awaiting more surgery on his knee.

Kelli Finlayson campaigned for the intersection to be made safer, attracting more than 2500 signatures on a petition.

The state government has allocated $2.3 million to install traffic lights at the intersection.

"I'm a bit of emotional person because Tyler is a family friend but it's a win for the community," Ms Finlayson told the Voice.

"The support we got blew me away.

"I was the mouthpiece but the community

was really passionate about it."

Other options for the intersection was building a roundabout and making it illegal to turn right from either side of Orton Street into Presidents Avenue.

"They (VicRoads) did say that the roundabout couldn't work because it was so misaligned and they would have had to acquire one of the properties and that would have blown the budget out and it wouldn't have had the same

impact as traffic lights," Ms Finlayson said.

The project is expected to be completed by mid-2020.

Ms Finlayson said Member for Bellarine Lisa Neville was a huge help.

"Lisa has done a great job for Ocean Grove because everyone uses this intersection and she has been a great support," she said.

"This will take the heat off other streets including Dare St."

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Rest in peace John

By Justin Flynn John Brady was known by everyone.

With a cheeky grin and a quick one liner always at the ready, John was a giant of a man in Barwon Heads and Ocean Grove, but especially his beloved Barwon Heads.

John was made a life member of Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club in 2017 and his tireless work in helping others has embodied the Lions' mantra of 'we serve' to a tee.

The area was in mourning last week when it discovered John's passing.

In his element at the helm of a good oldfashioned sausage sizzle, John was the driving force behind the Food Bank and the Community Dinners at Barwon Heads.

But that is only a small part of what John has done for the local community.

Always quick with a sly joke, John Brady always put others first.

In summer he could always be found down at Barwon Heads Cricket Club, watching the boys play and enjoying a cold ale.

John was a Lion for more than 30 years and was president many times, as well as secretary and treasurer.

"He was a joker and story teller and Lions meetings were always full of laughter and good humour, with plenty of cheek from him," Lions Club of Ocean Grove Barwon Heads said in a statement when asked by the Voice.

"It is hard to estimate how many hours John put in organising projects, bringing people on board and being the driving force behind such things as the food bank, trivia nights, community lunches, barbecues and special dinners.

He would never say 'no' to any request.

"John was also a mentor for each incoming president. Sitting around John and Pat's kitchen bench meant listening to his extensive knowledge of the club and the ideas and planning for the year.

"Presidents were always assured of his total support for any suggestions or projects.

"He was a very proud, generous and dedicated Lion and he will be sadly missed by our

John Brady receiving his Lions Club life membership. 169849

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Road works will disrupt traffic in Ocean Grove.

Kingston Ocean Grove gave notice that as of mid-late June 2019, works will commence for the signalised intersection to connect Grubb Road through to the Kingston Village Shopping Centre and Kingston Ocean Grove, via Coastal Boulevard.

The construction will involve possible lane closures and reduced speeds.

"To keep everyone safe during the works, we may need to close traffic lanes and reduce speeds to 40km/h around the construction zone," Kingston Ocean Grove said.

"The relevant authorities have been notified and we will work with the local community and stakeholders to ensure everyone understands when there may be possible disruption.

"We ask that you plan ahead and add some time to arrive at your destination on time."

The works are due for completion at the end of November 2019, in line with the opening of the Kingston Village shopping centre in December 2019.

Queries to Kingston Communications team atcommunications@kingstonoceangrove.com or 5255 0880.

5G fears Proposed high-speed 5G wireless internet technology in Ocean Grove, Wallington and Bellarine has locals worried about the possible health side affects.

Telstra has proposed 5G technology at Collendina Recreation Reserve, Wallington Recreation reserve and on Murradoc Road between Drysdale and Portarlington.

Unlike 2G, 3G and 4G, 5G technology will use high frequencies, which are poorly transmitted through solid material. To make up for this, instead of having one large phone tower that facilitates the signal reception of wireless devices, 5G will also include antennae set up about every 100 metres.

Land rezoning club and the community.

"Our deepest sympathy to Pat, Sean, Sharon and their families."

John was born in June 1931 and was a loved husband of Pat, father of Tracey, Sally, Sean and Sharon and grandfather of Kristopher and

Emmalene; Jason, Corey, Naomi, Sarah and Shea; Zac and Emi; Vijay, Rajesh and Kiran.

Great-Grandfather of Harriet; Lara, Benson, Mia and Abigail.

John Brady was farewelled at a memorial service at Barwon Heads Community Hall on 30 May.

Local clubs and organisations are winners Bellarine organisations and sporting clubs have benefitted from funding for community-based initiatives and business projects in round two of the 2018-2019 Community Investment and Support Fund (CISF).

These organisations have been allocated a share of more than $350,000. This brings the total amount to more than $1.35million funded in rounds one and two of the 2018-2019 CISF, allocated among 167 organisations.

The successful round two applications were received between December and February under three separate programs: Community Facility Infrastructure Fund; Healthy and Connected Communities Fund; Major Heritage Fund.

The following Bellarine Peninsula organisations received funding: Bellarine Bears $9000 for a master plan de-

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velopment at Wallington Recreation Reserve

Peninsula Basketball Association · Bellarine $29,000 for a Feasibility Study for Stadium

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Extension and $2000 for Equipment & uniforms for training Ocean Grove Cobras Junior Football Club $1815 for football jumpers Barwon Heads 13th Beach Surf Life saving Club $2000 for expansion of Nippers Development Program Drysdale Bowling and Croquet Club $2000 for future proofing our croquet section Drysdale Family Support Inc. $1800 for Sturgo Expandable Flexi Gravity Conveyor Ocean Grove Coastcare Inc $1800 for a website Ocean Grove Toy Library $2000 for toys and sporting equipment

· SpringDale Neighbourhood Centre Inc $2000 for Sharing Words · Ocean Grove Golf Club $13,000 for planning and design for clubhouse redevelopment · Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway · · · ·

$12,000 for planning and infrastructure improvements and $2000 for a heart defib Woodlands Preschool (trading as Woodlands Kindergarten) $6900 for schematic drawing for future rearpPlayspace upgrade Clifton Springs Bowling Club $30,000 for disability access toilet facility construction Drysdale Tennis Club $66,000 for public courts lighting project Indented Head Motor Boat Club $32,000 for major repairs and conversion of two boat sheds into clubrooms

Council has agreed to start the process of rezoning an area of land in central Drysdale to allow it to be developed into residential housing.

The land - bound by Jetty Road, Wyndham Street, Thomas Street, and the rear of Central Road properties - is currently zoned as rural living.

Given its position close to shops, schools and public facilities it was earmarked for development as far back as 1992, when it was identified in the Drysdale Clifton Springs Structure Plan as a suitable residential area. This was carried over to the 2010 structure plan.

A Development Contributions Plan to sit alongside the proposed amendment will set requirements for an upgrade of Jetty Road and pedestrian signals plus new local parks, open space trails and drainage basins.

The report presented to council on Tuesday night said the proposed re-zoning would align with the City of Greater Geelong's Settlement Strategy, which aims to contain urban growth on the Bellarine within existing town boundaries.

The land in question includes 28 individual properties, and the City has actively engaged with owners.

A planning scheme amendment will now be prepared and made available for public comment.

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Huge spike in flu cases

By Justin Flynn A flu epidemic across the country has affected the Greater Geelong region and is showing no signs of slowing down according to the World Health Organisation (WHO).

WHO has warned that the number of flu cases in Australia was the highest in 20 years.

Dr Angie Bone, Deputy Chief Health Officer of the Department of Health and Human Services, said the real figure was most likely much higher.

According to Vic Health data, there had been 493 reported cases of the flu for the year in Greater Geelong, a figure that already sur-

passes the total number of cases for all of 2018.

The rate of flu cases in Greater Geelong was more than double compared with the rest of the country.

"It is certainly an unusual flu season. It started much earlier than we would have expected," Dr Bone said.

Twenty three aged-care residents and three children have died from influenza in Victoria so far this year.

Ocean Grove Pharmacy pharmacist Laura Hibbins-Leece said the number of people seeking symptom relief was high and there had been an overwhelming amount of vacci-

nation enquiries.

"Lots and lots of people have requested vaccination but there is a massive vaccine shortage," she said.

"People are wising up thankfully that vaccination is a good thing but the demand for it has exceeded actual supply."

Barwon Health said it was never too late to get a flu shot.

Barwon Health said everyone should get an annual flu shot anytime from mid-April onwards to be protected for the peak of flu season. However, it's never too late to be vaccinated as the flu can spread all year round.

The most common symptoms of the flu are:

appearance of a high fever (38 ˚C or · sudden more) · a dry cough aches (especially in the head, lower · body back and legs) extremely weak and tired (and not · feeling wanting to get out of bed).

Other symptoms can be: chills aching behind the eyes loss of appetite sore throat runny or stuffy nose.

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Sweet taste at biggest morning tea The cakes and slices were laid out last week for Australia's Biggest Morning tea.

Ocean Grove Pharmacy was the scene for the event that raised funds for Cancer Council.

"The ladies here have organised a biggest morning tea fundraiser for the local community," group retail manager Kylie Gauci said.

"They've managed to whip up all these goodies and they've also got some of the local businesses in Ocean Grove to donate some of the food.

The ladies are community ladies - people who have been coming into the pharmacy and spreading the word."

Ocean Grove Pharmacy retail manager Corrine Cole said the pharmacy is expanding to provide expert podiatry care and sleep apnoea testing.

The pharmacy will offer a sleep apnoea consultation where the patient willl be assessed and will wear a monitoring device.

The results will assist in sleep apnoea diagnosis and treatment options.

Right: Local women and Ocean Grove Pharmacy celebrated Australia's Biggest Morning tea, raising funds for the Cancer Council.

Concern for local refugees after national election result Bellarine for Refugees hopes a Morrison government will do more to help asylum seekers and those living in detention on Nauru and Manus.

Bellarine for Refugees (BFR) member Liz Bonnetto said the group was disappointed with the federal election result, but hoped more could be done to help.

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"We organise picnics, get togethers and barbecues and they will be brought down here by bus by the Diversitat people," she said.

"There are a few in our group who have taken responsibility and became friends of families who are in the Geelong area and have supported them as individuals."

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"They have been in such an awful state of uncertainty."

While Ms Bennetto said there were few refugees or asylum seekers living on the Bellarine, BFR will often organise picnics and barbecues through Diversitat for those living in Geelong.

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"We had great hopes for some sort of a change and a change of government would have meant a change to refugee policy," she said.

"Now we presume it's just continuing as it has been which is very difficult for refugees on Manus and Nauru and in detention centres and in the community.

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Forum for coastal path A full-day forum to discuss a possible bike/ walking track between Ocean Grove and Point Lonsdale and the impact it might have on the environment will be held later this month.

The form will focus on the 'green wedge' between the towns and will inform residents of the concerns, opportunities and risks associated with a Southern Bellarine Coastal Trail.

The forum will allow locals to get a better understanding of the risks associated with a coastal

trail between Ocean Grove and Point Lonsdale.

This largely involves the creation of an Ocean Grove to Point Lonsdale bicycle trail, but also includes other proposals, such as an environment centre at Lake Victoria The forum, on 21 June at Shell Road pavilion, Ocean Grove from 9.30am to 4.30pm, is free to attend but it limited to 150 people.

See eventbrite.com.au/e/southern-bellarine-coastal-forum-tickets-61857947787 for

tickets. There were only about 50 seats left when the Voice went to print last Friday.

The full program can be found at ogca.com. au/documents.

Speakers will include: Corrina Eccles, Wadawurrung Aboriginal Corporation Jessica Hurse, City of Greater Geelong Peter Haffenden, Friends of Buckley Park

A/Prof. David Kennedy, Melbourne University Matt Crawley Bellarine, Catchment Network Chris Lindorff, Trust for Nature Brett Ince, Geelong and Bellarine Tourism Bob Jordan, Bike Safe Geelong / Surfcoast Barry Lingham, Geelong Field Naturalists Noel Emselle, Bellarine Senior Citizen John Wynn, Wynndean Holiday Park

Wetlands in good hands Our Lady Star of the Sea Primary School celebrated 10 years of environmental activities at the Bonnyvale Wetlands in Ocean Grove.

Our Lady Star of the Sea principal Kerryn Sells said the site had made a real connection with students and parents alike.

Families went to Bonnyvale Wetlands and participated in indigenous plant revegetation, waterwatch and litter management activities.

"The City has supported Bellarine Catchment Network and Star of the Sea in a yearly planting and activity day at the wetland since the beginning of the program," City of Greater Geelong Director City Services Guy WilsonBrowne said.

"Over the past 10 years 3000 plants have

been revegetated around the wetlands.

"This filters nutrients and sediments, keeping the water quality in the wetlands healthy and protecting biodiversity values."

"Students learn about the flora and fauna species that call the wetlands home," Bellarine Catchment Network Program Manager Matt Crawley said.

"From growling grass frogs to swamp harriers, wetland invertebrate species to the plants that have adapted to a wetting and drying cycle".

For further details contact Our Lady Star of the Sea on 52554308 or Bellarine Catchment Network on info@environmentbellarine.org.au.

Year 5 teacher Michael Coldwell and two children are Sophie Mitchell and Jack Wallbank. Matt Crawley is the organiser for the event. 193913

Our Lady Star of the Sea students at Bonnyvale Wetlands. 193913

Promises delivered in state budget Bellarine MP says The state government met all its election commitments for the Bellarine in last week's budget, Lisa Neville MP said.

"This budget builds on the Labor government's record for delivering great schools, quality healthcare and emergency services, and improving local roads across the Bellarine," Ms Neville said.

"I'm proud of our record of delivering for the Bellarine, and I will continue to work closely with the community as we deliver these important local projects."

Labor commitments to the Bellarine included: $893,000 to begin planning for the new VCE

Centre at Bellarine Secondary College and provision made for the full funding after planning of $8 million Funding of $500,000 for the master planning ahead of upgrades at Clifton Springs Primary School Students and teachers at Our Lady Star of Sea School are also set to benefit from $2 million for upgrades A new dedicated Mobile Intensive Care Ambulance (MICA) service for the Bellarine Upgrade of the Ocean Grove ambulance station $1 million to build a Barwon Heads Community Hub for artists and community groups

to collaborate in Funding to upgrade the Barwon Heads 13th Beach Surf Club to extend facilities and add a new training room at the club $5 million to deliver Stage Two of the Drysdale Sports Precinct $225,000 to support infrastructure upgrades for the Barwon Heads Football Netball Club and Barwon Heads Cricket Club $50,000 for a masterplan at the Portarlington Recreation Reserve $38,000 for upgrades to infrastructure at the Ocean Grove Golf Club $225,000 to install new sports lighting at Es-

tuary Reserve in Leopold Additionally, locals will see funding to upgrade ramps at Queenscliff and Point Richards and a covered walkway from the ferry in Portarlington to the carpark will also be built.

Intersection upgrades to install traffic lights at Presidents Avenue and Orton Street in Ocean Grove, and Hermsley Road and Curlewis Road, Curlewis will also take place.

The Labor government said it is investing $400,000 for progress planning on the $318 million promised upgrade of Barwon Heads Road, duplicating 4km of road and constructing a new bridge over the train line north of Marshall Station.

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Police have charged three people following an alleged ram raid in Barwon Heads last week.

Ram raiding trio charged Geelong Crime Investigation Unit detectives have charged three people following an alleged ram raid in Barwon Heads.

It is alleged two cars were reversed into the entrance of a supermarket on Bridge Road about 3.30am on 16 May, with alcohol and cigarettes stolen from the premises.

A short police pursuit was initiated, with a police vehicle sustaining minor damage during the incident.

Detectives have since arrested a woman and two men in relation to the incident.

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man have each been charged with a number of offences, including burglary, theft from motor vehicle and theft of motor vehicle.

All three were remanded to appear at Geelong Magistrates' Court.

Detectives are continuing to investigate a separate ram raid at a supermarket on The Centreway, Lara on 14 May. The two incidents are not believed to be linked.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

It is refreshing to see the news outlets reporting some positive news about the real estate market this week.

A combination of factors is set to invigorate the market and bring some certainty back to sellers and some confidence back to buyers.

The hesitancy of the election is behind us and the status quo has been restored. Negative gearing was a high priority for many property owners and the coalition victory allayed concerns of its abolishment.

Other positive news was to follow, starting with the likelihood of yet another cash rate cut.

Our reaction was a little 'ho hum' about this forecasted rate cut, in that if they didn't loosen the lending regulations then a cheaper loan is irrelevant if buyers can't meet the criteria.

Then the news we had been waiting for ... the ability for more people to access money to buy property.

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has begun consulting on possible revisions to its guidance on the serviceability assessments that authorised deposit-taking institutions (ADIs) perform on residential mortgage loan applications. In a letter to ADIs issued today, APRA has proposed removing its guidance that ADIs should assess whether borrowers can afford their repayment obligations using a minimum interest rate of at least 7 per cent. Instead, ADIs would be permitted to review and set their own minimum interest rate floor for use in serviceability assessments.

APRA has also proposed that ADIs' serviceability assessments incorporate an interest rate buffer of 2.5 per cent. Currently, APRA expects ADIs to assess loan serviceability using the higher of either (i) an interest rate floor of at least 7 per cent, or (ii) a 2 per cent buffer over the loan's interest rate. APRA's guidance also indicates that a prudent ADI should use rates comfortably above these minima; most ADIs use 7.25 per cent and 2.25 per cent respectively."

What this means for vendors is that there will be more eligible buyers looking for property, which will lead to an increased chance

of buyer competition. This will undoubtedly lead to a steady and more predictable property market. For buyers it is a great time right now because house prices have been adjusted to meet the market, the only way is up from here.

First home buyers are also now certainly back in the game! Stamp duty savings and reduced deposit requirements are set to give these buyers a helping hand to bring them back into the market. From the www.vic.gov. au website: "We abolished stamp duty if you're a first home buyer and buying a house for $600,000 or less.

If you're buying a home for between $600,000 and $750,000 we've tapered the stamp duty. It is zero at $600,000 then increases slightly as the cost of the home increases to $750,000."

ScoMo is helping too, with this excerpt from the Liberal Party website: "The Morrison Government is helping first home buyers into their first home.

Our First Home Loan Deposit Scheme helps eligible first home buyers purchase a house with a deposit as low as 5%.

"First home buyers could save around $10,000 in Lenders Mortgage Insurance under our scheme. Smaller lenders will be prioritised to help boost competition.

First home buyers with an income of up to $125,000 (or $200,000 for a couple) will be eligible. This will help make the Australian dream a reality while protecting the value of homes."

In Ocean Grove six months ago, there were very few, if any, homes on the market with price ranges starting in the $500s now there are more than 20 in Ocean Grove and many more than that in Leopold, Clifton Springs and Drysdale. This means first home buyers have a great opportunity to get in the market.

The real estate outlook for our region is sending good vibes. Buyers should act now because the only way for prices is up.

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Rhonda a reluctant author

By Justin Flynn Rhonda Matheson-Browne began writing a novel for therapeutic reasons and never planned to let it see the light of day.

The Ocean Grover was going through a marriage break up and thought she would let her fingers do some healing through a keyboard.

Several years later that novel, Bush, has been published and it is doing well.

"I started writing a novel when my marriage started to fracture so it was my way of dealing a marriage break up so I wrote a psychological thriller," she told the Voice.

"I was just having fun with it - I wasn't taking it seriously or anything.

"Last Christmas I finished it and though 'that's not bad', but I didn't know what to do with it "A friend in London looked it and sent it to her mate who is a publisher and it got published and it's done okay."

Bush is set in the Otways, where Rhonda grew up fishing and hunting in the bush.

Writing has always been a centrepoint of her life.

She was a journalist at the Colac Herald, Townsville Bulletin and Geelong Advertiser before moving into teaching.

"I do some social justice writing on the side for Rural Australians for Refugees," she said.

Rhonda describes Bush as a "psychological thriller based around a psychopath who is a serial killer" and has almost finished a second novel, a sequel.

"It's probably a bit gruesome and complicated and parts of it are hard core," she said.

"I didn't do it to get it published and I didn't do it for anyone to read it.

"I told my friends and family because I didn't care whether they thought it was rub-

Rhonda Matheson-Browne is earning praise for her first novel, Bush. 194109 bish but then people have liked it so it's gone a bit further.

"People say they can't put it down which is a really nice thing. I think I might be okay at it."

Rhonda said putting her innermost thoughts out there was the most difficult aspect of writing the novel.

"I've always written about other people and their stories and you have that barrier because

it's about them," she said.

"As journalists it's about them, not your opinion. It's their story.

"This is the first time I have written something and you expose yourself and because it was based on me healing I had to talk about that which was hard.

"So this is saying to family and friends, this is not about someone else, this is my own story

Picture: Justin Flynn that's come from my creative brain which is mind boggling and it's really humbles you because you think gee I am really exposed myself and people could be saying 'this is rubbish, you should not be doing this'."

Bush is available on Amazon and Booktopia and Bookgrove in Ocean Grove and Beach Books Barwon Heads.

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Innovation to the fore at Curlewis Curlewis Golf Club is continuing its history of innovation, this time in the all abilities realm.

The club is set to tee up a new program with GenU and Golf Australia in making the Bellarine golf region accessible for people with a disability.

The initiative begins with a free come-andtry clinic on Friday, 7 June, for golfers with a disability at the Range @ Curlewis.

A feature of the day is the ParaGolfer, the all-terrain wheelchair that elevates users into a standing position to permit a conventional golf swing.

"We'll also have qualified PGA all abilities coaches on hand to help anyone who wants to enjoy what golf could become in their lives," said Christian Hamilton, Golf Australia's senior manager of inclusion.

Hamilton is excited the entire region will become accessible for all golfers through the initiative.

"It's the first time we have taken this approach with a partner such as GenU whereby we will be able to make an entire region accessible with the ParaGolfer able to move around local clubs and facilities," he said.

"And we couldn't be more delighted that Curlewis is leading the charge to get everyone involved." genU CEO Mike McKinstry said the innovative golf machine was an exciting development for golfers who were keen to get back on the course.

"We're committed to enabling people with disability to live the life they choose, and the ParaGolfer is a great example of this," Mike said.

"We all know the benefits of exercise for our physical and mental health, and golf is also a great way to get out there and socialise with family and friends."

Curlewis Golf Club General Manager Jamie Brigden said the team at Curlewis were both excited and proud to be offering the first of hopefully many All Abilities golf concepts.

"Our resident PGA Pro, Steve Brodie is a fully credited All Abilities Coach and we are very much focused on inclusion and enjoyment encouraging people to discover or reconnect with a game they love."

Storages rise The region's water storages have stopped falling after recording 77mm of rain in the seven days to Tuesday, according to official measurements.

Barwon Water recorded a .3 per cent increase in the storages this week, with the overall capacity level of 33 per cent set to climb higher following further rain on Wednesday and Thursday morning.

Surfers gather Some of Australia's best Aboriginal surfers have gathered at Bells Beach for an Australian Indigenous Surfing Titles.

Bells was a fitting host of the titles as a "sacred area" for the local Wadawurrung people, said Surfing Australia chief executive officer Adam Robertson.

Borough retained Victoria's smallest council should remain free of wards, according to a Victorian Electoral Commission report on Borough of Queenscliffe.

The commission also recommended to the Local Government Minister this week that the borough should retain its allocation of five councillors.Miniature railway Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway has announced its winter school holiday schedule.

Aside from operating on the first and third Sundays of the month from 11am to 3pm from June to September, the winter school holiday period will run on Wednesday 3 July and Wednesday 10 July from 11am to 3pm.

Trains run at frequent intervals and the cost is $4 for a ride.

The train ride takes about 10 minutes and children under the age of two travel free. Family and periodical tickets are also available.

Go Bellarine The Department of the Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) has begun a community engagement process to declare the Bellarine Peninsula a 'distinctive area and landscape'.

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The ParaGolfer will be on display at Curlewis Golf Club's all abilities day.

"Parents, carers and friends are all welcome to come along to the clinic."

The All Abilities clinic will be held from 2pm

to 4pm at The Range @ Curlewis.

To book a spot, contact Katie Bourke at katie.bourke@genu.org.au or 0488-100 074.

Queenscliff Music Festival has contributed more than $70,000 to the development of new artists, including previous Emerging Artist Grant recipients Fenn Wilson and MDRN Love who have both been successfully making new music in the studio since.

The QMF Board set up the Alison McKenzie Mentor Program (AMMP) and this year they are beyond proud to announce that the 2019 AMMP Mentor will be blistering blues-rocker Ash Grunwald.

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Queenscliff’s LEGO heaven LEGO enthusiasts won't want to miss Queenscliffe Bricks.

The event will have more LEGO crammed into Point Lonsdale Primary School's hall than ever before and four interstate exhibitors bringing their wonderful creations.

"If you've seen what can be built with LEGO on TV, now come and see some fantastic exhibits in real life and make something amazing yourself in our play zone," Queenscliff Rotary president Karen Pecar said.

"There's been a great response to our Masterclasses with both sessions already fully booked."

If you'd like a small preview you can go to Dizzy Toys in Pakington Street, Geelong, and

see the display by the Geelong LEGO User Group, or visit Ocean Grove Super Toys and say hello to a giant LEGO Luke Skywalker and see the motorised carousel which is first prize in the raffle.

Queenscliffe Bricks on Saturday June 8 and Sunday June 9.

Queenscliffe Bricks is a Queenscliffe Rotary Club fundraiser supporting Barwon Health Volunteer Patient Transport, Shelterbox and the End Polio Now program.

Booking is at www.trybooking.com/487319.

LEGO displays are provided by Melbourne LEGO User Group and Geelong LEGO User Group.

Alice in Wonderland and the Mad Hatter.

Mad Hatter tea party Sea Views Manor staged its renowned annual 'Biggest Morning Tea' fundraiser on 23 May. The dining room was transformed into the chaos of the Mad Hatter's Tea Party with Alice, the Mad Hatter himself and a variety of other unexpected guests making an appearance.

The catering staff prepared a mouth-watering spread, staff donned a range of weird and wonderful costumes and of course the residents wore colourful hats, socks, funny glasses and other odd items to join in the spirit.

More than $300 was raised for ongoing research into cancer management and prevention.

Mark from Homestyle head office, visited and dressed for this traditional Sea Views celebration.

Sea Views Manor said it was proud of its commitment to this fundraising cause and have been raising funds for the Cancer Council of Victoria for over 10 years.

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Numbers are strong

By Mark Heenan The popularity of Ocean Grove's junior netball program continues to prosper in 2019 with huge growth and excellent club results.

The rise in Grubber female junior numbers with Saturday teams competing in Bellarine Football Netball League is complimented by its participation club growth in Friday night competitions at Kardinia Park.

Around 165 club juniors have registered this season according to Ocean Grove Football Netball Club junior netball coordinator Kylie Jeffrey.

Jeffrey said there were a number of factors behind the increase with new families moving to Ocean Grove, excellent facilities at Shell Road and nearby wider Bellarine locals enjoying its fun club netball environment.

"We have had an increase of about 50-55 junior girls (since last year)," Jeffrey told the Voice.

"We have had a couple of girls that have come from other clubs.

"People that have moved (to Ocean Grove) have joined.... and I think girls just realising that it is fun to play club netball."

The Grubbers have five 13/Under teams, four 15/Under sides, and three 17/Under teams that play across both Friday night and Saturday competitions There are also 11/Under Grubber youngsters playing in a wider Bellarine-based competition at the club's home base at the Shell Road netball courts on Tuesday nights.

Ocean Grove junior netballers also test themselves against Geelong Football Netball League clubs in the AFL Barwon 13/Under, 15/ Under and 17/Under competitions.

The Kardinia Park Friday night competition ensures Grubber juniors can play weekly even if they are not selected to play in the Saturday competition.

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The Ocean Grove 15 and Under Division 3 team train on Wednesday nights at Shell Rd. All of its players play in a Friday night competition at Kardinia Park instead of playing in a Saturday Picture: Mark Heenan competition. 194162 "Very good competition in Geelong because we are playing against all of the (GFNL) teams," she said.

"They all enjoy it - It is a good competition on a Friday night and it is a good atmosphere."

All Grubber Saturday and Friday night competition teams are in contention to play finals in 2019.

In fact Ocean Grove teams in 17/Under Section 1 and Section 2, 15/Under Section 1 and Section 2 and 13/Under Section 2 were undefeated and in top spot after six rounds in Saturday competitions.

The 13/Under Section 1 team were in second spot with a 5-1 record after six rounds.

The phrase 'Not happy Jan' first came to prominence in a television commercial around the year 2000.

It became a popular catch phrase for expressing one's disapproval about an action or a set of circumstances.

Local author Alan Cobham has chosen 'Not happy Jan' as the final topic for his writing competition.

Entrants are invited to express their displeasure about any situation affecting their living, writing a persuasive piece of between 200 and 500 words.

As with previous topics, the winner will receive a $200 prize to be presented at Bookgrove on Thursday 27 June at 4.30pm.

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From there all winners will be asked to write a story for a $1000 grand prize.

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Ducky calls it a day

By Justin Flynn After four years of writing books to support Beyond Blue, Ian Duckworth has called it a day.

'Ducky' has sold around 1200 books with all proceeds going to Beyond Blue.

After countless hours of writing, attending functions and talking all for Beyond Blue, Ducky is taking a breather.

"It's been four years and there will be no more books and no more functions as I am burnt out," he said.

"I've enjoyed the challenge of dealing with people with anxiety and depression, for which I have had no training."

Ducky sold around 500 copies of 'Surfing in the 60s' and 500 copies of 'Barwon Grove the River the Sea It's in our Soul' and around 200 copies of two other books.

"I didn't know that by writing such an inyour-face book about depression that I might have gone too far, but from the feedback it has been very supportive," he said.

"So, over the last four years and the four books I've written, I'm stoked that it hasn't all been a waste of time and appreciation from Beyond Blue has made it all worthwhile.

"I'd like to thank all the people who bought the books.

"The people of Ocean Grove abd Barwon Heads have supporting my book in the support of Beyond Blue.

"I am so grateful for everyone for their support."

Anyone suffering from depression or anxiety can find help at Beyond Blue (beyondblue. org.au).

There is online chat available or phone 1300 224 636 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Attempts to free a whale that became entangled in rope off Barwon Heads had to be called off due to deteriorating weather conditions.

A local fisherman reported seeing the humpback whale entangled in rope on 24 May which prompted Fisheries Victoria to declare an emergency.

A helicopter was engaged to monitor the whale's location from the air.

However, after several efforts to save the mammal, authorities lost track of it.

The rescue operation had to be suspended due to poor weather conditions and was eventually called off with the forecast not expected to improve for five days.

By then the whale would have been long gone, Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) said.

The whale was believed to have continued its migration up the NSW coast.

"Based on the time of year, we expect the whale will continue to migrate up the east coast of Australia and is likely to be outside of Victorian waters by the time the weather abates," incident controller Tim Gazzard said.

"The process to free a whale from an entanglement is a complicated and risky task," Mr Gazzard said.

"Our goal has been to locate and free the whale as quickly as possible, but we need favourable sea and weather conditions to ensure the response is safe for our staff and considers the whale's welfare."

Anyone who spots the young humpback along the Victorian coastline is urged to call the Whale and Dolphin Hotline on 1300 136 017.

Ian Duckworth and sole distributor of his books, Bookgrove's Stacey Moore.

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Winter Tales in BH Award-winning local author Dorothy Johnston will lead a series of three short-story workshops from June to August.

'Winter Tales' is for budding authors or those who just want to improve their writing.

The workshops are a joint project of the Friends of the Barwon Heads Library and the Barwon Heads Arts Council.

All workshops will be held at Barwon Heads Library from 2pm to 4pm on Sundays, beginning 23 June followed by 21 July and finishing on 25 August.

If you write short stories and would like to develop your craft; or if you want to write stories but have never got around to starting, Dorothy's workshops are designed to inspire and assist.

The focus will be on encouraging participants to work on their story, or stories, over the winter months, with plenty of time for discussion and feedback.

Dorothy Johnston is the author of 11 novels including Through a Camel's Eye and The Swan Island Connection, the first two books in a sea-change mystery series set in Queenscliff.

She has twice been shortlisted for the Miles Franklin Award.

Her short stories have been published in Australian newspapers and journals, including The Canberra Times, HEAT, Meanjin and Island.

The cost for three workshops is $65 and participants should book for all of them, since the idea is to give everyone a chance to develop their writing over time.

The age range is 10 years and older and there will be an upper limit of 15 participants, so early bookings are encouraged.

For further information and bookings, phone Dorothy Johnston on 5255 3188 or 0477-664 456 or email dorothy.johnston@hugonet.com.au.

Huge art show is on

By Natalee Kerr

Dorothy Johnson and Friends of Barwon Heads library group Karen Firth and Mandy Bridges.

MEANWHILE Barwon Heads Library is thriving and has seen a sustained increase in membership over the past two years since facing closure.

If people would like to join the 'Friends of Barwon Heads Library' it can be contacted by email at barwonheadscommunitylibrary@ outlook.com.

More than 140 paintings from artists across Geelong and outside the region will be on display at the inaugural Geelong Region Cancerians Art Show this week.

Acclaimed artist Paul McDonald Smith who has more than 40 years' experience in the industry will judge the artworks.

"All my working life I've worked as a professional painter, I've never done anything else," McDonald Smith said.

The experienced painter and lecturer was awarded the Order of Australia Medal in 2005 for his service to the visual arts. He said he has also judged "countless" art exhibitions throughout Australia.

"Every exhibition is different so it's always exciting getting to judge again," he added.

More than $1000 worth of prizes will be on offer, including those awarded to first, second, third and a people's choice recipient.

McDonald Smith said the show provides an "important opportunity especially for local artists" to exhibit their work.

"It's a great chance for artists to be able to showcase their work for public viewing, while also competing for prizes," he said.

He said the show is a "great call for a great cause".

"People can come along and support the Geelong Region Cancerians, while enriching their cultural lives by seeing what local artists are up to."

Funds raised including those from artwork sales and entry costs will help support the Geelong Region Cancerians and Australian Cancer Research Foundation. The exhibition will be held at Sacred Heart's McAuley Hall from 7 to 9 June. Entry is $2 per person.

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The Hooded Plover Conservation Action Plan has also been launched, which is intended to be a shared resource for the City, other agencies and volunteers in the field.

The hard work of council, dedicated volunteers and coastal land managers has yielded some positive results.

Six chicks have survived from 15 adult pairs across Bellarine and Breamlea beaches during this hooded plover season, which is coming to an end.

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It's been more than a month since I last updated the good people of Ocean Grove on local happenings, and it is a pleasure yet again.

Bellarine Councillors Stephanie Asher, Trent Sullivan and I set up shop in Ocean Grove on Saturday 25 May, as part of our Budget Roadshow.

I really enjoyed speaking with locals about the highlights for Ocean Grove and hearing about any concerns they may have generally.

Don't forget, the Draft Budget sets out $8.3 million towards grants for community groups and clubs, which are the heart of our area and deserve a boost. Applications open on 7 June and close 2 August.

Meanwhile, you can have your say at engage.vic.gov.au on the state government's plan to declare the Bellarine Peninsula as a Distinctive Area and Landscape.

The declaration aims to protect our precious coastlines from overdevelopment and the impacts of climate change.

These protections fit in with council's Settlement Strategy, which was adopted late last year.

I am also really pleased to see local Bellarine artist Alex Kinneen has spruced up the toilet facilities in the Ocean Grove Shopping Centre car park, with some stunning murals of the hooded plover.

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To play in a team and to make new friends.

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By Adam Van der Lugt The next week has some pretty ordinary weather forecast but anglers shouldn't let that discourage them from getting out and wetting a line.

Snapper in excess of 8kg were reported by a number of anglers fishing in the inner-harbour over the past week. One spot worth trying was on the outside of the Western Beach boat moorings where fishing as light as possible with fresh baits like silver whiting and squid can work well over the colder months.

Big schools of salmon remained present in Corio Bay where they can be seen at times busting up while chasing baitfish. Boat anglers fishing around Avalon and Point Wilson caught salmon to 1.5kg by casting metal lures and flick bait plastics.

Land-based anglers also picked up a few salmon along the waterfront while chasing flathead and pinkies, which were also caught in good numbers.

The wind dirtied up parts of the Bellarine Peninsula, which some anglers said was responsible for triggering a good whiting bite.

Fishing the area off St Leonards known as Bourke Street saw good numbers of whiting caught, with pippie being the standout bait.

Queenscliff Harbour produced big silver trevally for anglers fishing over the high tide changes. Casting into the channel anywhere from the mouth to the old abalone shed with grubs or worm plastics produced fish to 47cm along with salmon and pinkies also caught.

Bait anglers can expect results in the harbour, too, with bluebait or chicken fished on a

paternoster rig able to catch treveally.

With trout season closing in just over a week, now is the time to get out and hit the streams.

The cold weather and recent rainl had the Goulburn River flowing a bit harder and the trout switched on the bite. A mixture of wild and huge recently released ex-brood trout were caught by anglers wading the edges of the river from the Goulburn Valley Hwy bridge upstream all the way to the Eildon pondage.

Any shallow-diving hard lure around 80mm should be effective on the trout, while grub and creature bait soft plastics also caught fish.

The Eildon pondage also offered exceptional fishing, with trout to 11lb caught on lures cast at first light.

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It’s a hot June night Head to the Potato Shed 8pm Friday 14 June were legendary Australian performers Issi Dye and Garry Johns present their tribute to Neil Diamond and Bobby Darin: Legends of Vegas.

Flashback to the 60s and Bobby Darin was the King of the 60s Flamingo Lounge, belting out hits such as Dream Lover, Things, Multipli-

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Issi Dye will have you believing that Bobby Darin is up on stage as he sings all the hits.

It's no secret that Neil Diamond ruled the airwaves in the 70s with the biggest album sales of all time with the classic, Hot August Night.

With Garry Johns channelling Neil Diamond, you'll be transported back to this time when he presents his homage to the Jazz Singer with hits such as Sweet Caroline, I'm A Believer, Song Sung Blue, Shilo and many more.

It's a sing-along session that will have you humming the songs for days to come.

It's the smell of burning sculptures on Winter Solstice night.

It's the roar of the crowd as some of Australia's favourite musicians light up the stage.

It's the taste of a seafood buffet brunch and a warming whiskey to go with it. It's Fire and Ice. It's Low Light, Queenscliff.

Winter Is Coming but it's time to tear your eyes away from bingeing and look to the Bellarine for an eclectic and immersive experience like no other.

Until Sunday 30 June, Low Light will feature performances from the likes of Archie Roach, Dan Sultan, Jen Cloher, Clare Bowditch, Fred Smith, Mark Lang, the Bellarine Lighthouse Film Festival, Sacrededge Festival, Her Sound Her Story, Tinky and Cameron Robbins and The Blues Train.

Other attractions are cartoonists in conversation, doll-making classes, whiskey and gin Masterclasses at the Queenscliff Brewhouse and an ice-skating winter wonderland for the kids.

Degustation menus featuring locally foraged ingredients will be on tap and on plate to ease the bracing sea breezes as you explore a side of Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale never seen before.

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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 2pm5.30pm.

Ocean Grove Hotel

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Car boot sale Ocean Grove Park Association's May 2019 car boot sale to support Rural Aid's Car Boot Sale fund raiser, Saturday 25 May, sponsoring Team 3225 in The Jalopy Derby. To make a booking, email team3225jalopy@gmail.com or ring 0403-884 107.

Bellarine Community Farmers' Market

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

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

Stamp and Coin Fair Ocean Grove Stamp Club, Saturday March 23, 10am to 2pm at Senior Citizens clubrooms, 101 The Terrace, Ocean Grove.

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

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

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

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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.

House, 5259 2290, after hours 0431-789 048.

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

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

Ocean Grove Walkers Tuesdays 9.30am, meet at the shelter in Ocean Grove Park except when taking bus, train or ferry trips. For further information phone Helen 0411-534 899.

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All ages welcome. Parks Hall, Portarlington.

Mondays from 12.30pm to 3pm. Cost $4 includes afternoon tea. Contact Neighbourhood

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

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

Health and wellbeing Well Women's Clinics at Ocean Grove, Portarlington and Point Lonsdale

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CLUBS MEET Mondays Ocean Grove Bridge Club, 1pm, Marcus Hill Hall, Bellarine Highway end of Banks Road. Also Wednesdays and Fridays, 1pm. Phone Marg 5256 2550.

Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 7pm-9pm, (juniors/ seniors) at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone Ian 5256 2242 or Peter 0400 093 831.

Ocean Grove and District Men's Shed - Monday, Tuesday and Friday, 9am to 3pm - and Wednesday, 9am to noon, 17 Smithton Grove. Phone Ted Price 5255 2595.

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

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

First Monday of every month Bellarine Fly Fishing Association, 7.30pm, 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

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

Tuesdays

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 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.

First and third Tuesday of every month Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club, 7pm, Barwon Heads Senior Citizens Club, 5A Clifford Pde, Barwon Heads. New Lions most welcome.

Phone 0418 524 873.

Last Tuesday of every month.

Phone Ian 5256 2242 or Peter 0400 093 831.

Bellarine for Refugees, Barwon Heads Community Garden, Barwon Heads, at 3.45pm. New members always welcome. Any inquiries, Rosemary bellarine4r@gmail.com.

First Thursday of every month

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.

Thursdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 10am to noon at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove.

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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Groove is a popular spot among locals and tradies.

You only need to have one of the awardwinning pies, famous sausage rolls or dumplings or great coffees to understand why people become regulars.

Tony and Ivy treat all their customers like family.

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Groove also offers a large range of curries, soups, lasagne, risotto and pies to take all the fuss out of your weeknight meal.

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ENVIRONMENT

The elusive owlet nightjar I had to drop my daughter at Deakin University last week for a few hours, and I took the opportunity to drive to the Bannockburn Nature Reserve to look for an owlet nightjar.

I was unsuccessful as always, but there's a lovely pond at Bannockburn that has filled up with water over the past few weeks, so I sat on my chair next to the pond and waited for birds to fly in.

I managed to photograph white-plumed honeyeaters, white-naped Honeyeaters, eastern yellow robins, New Holland honeyeaters and brown thornbills. I was thrilled to see a pair of restless flycatchers fly in for a splash.

I heard the restless flycatchers before I spotted them, as they have make a distinctive whirring or rasping hissing sound.

These birds have a glossy blue-black head with a small crest, and they are white below from the chin to the undertail (with a slight orange tint on the breast). The back, wings and tail are dark grey.

I've been hanging around Curlewis, as usual, and photographed the whistling kites, flame robins and pipits.

I think that whistling kites are just magnificent creatures and the birds that hang around Curlewis seem to be getting used to people, as they love to pose.

There's also a young brown falcon at Curlewis that also sits on the fence and doesn't fly off straight away, which is lovely. A raptor a day keeps the doctor away, so Curlewis is the place to be.

Jen Carr and Harry Sadler at the Eastern Curlew book talk.

I drove to Barwon Heads and Connewarre on my way to work one day, and spotted a singing honeyeater pair at the Bluff, and a spiny-cheeked honeyeater pair on the Spit.

At Tait's Point there were coots and black swans on the lake as far as the eye could see.

I also saw a nankeen night heron at Taits Point, which was lovely. Driving home from work that night at around 10pm, I was thrilled to see a barn owl on a fence post in Lake Road.

I had a quick look around Freshwater Lake last week and there were up to 12 hooded plovers there, mixing with a few red-necked stints that may be over- wintering on the Bellarine.

I have missed seeing the swift parrots that are still in Ocean Grove, so on my return from Tasmania I hope to resume looking for them.

I had a lovely evening at the 'book bird' bookshop in Pakington St, Geelong, last week, with hooded plover gurus John Murray and Andrea Dennett, where I listened to author Harry Saddler talk about his wonderful book, called the 'Eastern Curlew'.

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Whistling kite at Curlewis.

Spiny-cheeked honeyeater pair on the Spit.

Kevin's picture of a straw-necked Ibis.

Singing honeyeater at the Bluff.

I had my book signed and felt very inspired that there are people who want these birds to survive and flourish despite the environmental pressures that they face.

The federal election result deflated my optimism about environmental issues, as one million of the world's species are now under threat of extinction, according to the biggestever review of the state of nature on earth, and

our 'leaders' response to this has been nonexistent.

I received an email from Kevin who photographed a very handsome straw-necked ibis at Lake Lorne in Drysdale, as well as pink-eared ducks and a black-fronted dotterel. I also heard from Tom Fletcher who has a boobook owl in his Woodlands garden. He hasn't seen it but has heard it calling.

Two Bays Project - calling for citizen scientists The Two Bays Whale Project is a Citizen Science initiative led by the Dolphin Research Institute. The aim of the project is to accurately record sightings of whales within Port Phillip, Western Port and adjacent waters (Barwon Heads to Inverloch). We will be holding an information session mid-June on this project to outline how community members can get involved.

If you would like to register for the information session please email maddie@barwoncoast.com.au

Planning for a new playground We are planning for a new playground at Ocean Grove Main Beach. On 14th May we held two listening posts where we showed our draft plans for the playground and received community feedback. We also ran a widely advertised online survey seeking community feedback throughout May. We have placed a full project description and draft plans for the playground on our website at www.barwoncoast.com.au/playground

Surf Beach Complex complete!

The build of the new Surf Beach Complex at Ocean Grove Main beach is almost complete! The new complex consists of clubrooms for the Ocean Grove Surf Lifesaving Club (OGSLSC) and the ‘The Dunes’ restaurant.

Throughout June we will be landscaping the area surrounding the building and the lessee of ‘The Dunes’ and the OGSLSC will be starting the fit-out of their respective areas of the building. The public toilets at the rear of the building will be open and accessible in the coming weeks. We’d like to thank the community for their patience during the construction phase and we look forward to an official opening of this new coastal icon in late July.

KEEP IN TOUCH WITH BARWON COAST

Million Paws Walk Barwon Coast partnered with the City of Greater Geelong to hold a stall at the RSPCA Million Paws Walk on May 18th in Geelong, where we chatted to over 80 participants about the #ShareOurShores message with dog owners. Sharing Our Shores is all about ensuring as a dog owner you are aware of the respect, responsibilities and rights of all users of the beach so that everyone, including wildlife, can stay safe. oceangrovevoice.com.au

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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 13th Beach.

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Be prepared Be prepared for your pet's sake The team at Cherished Pets is dedicated to supporting pets of senior people in our community through all life phases.

We share a belief that healthy pets can improve the quality of our own lives, especially in our senior years. Pets facilitate social interaction, encourage physical activity and promote faster recovery from illness, to name but a few.

Cherished Pets offers a signature service to seniors to ensure pets stay healthy and well, and to provide assistance and support when

life throws us challenges.

As part of this, Cherished Pets offers emergency care planning for pets, so that in the event of a health crisis, there is an agreed action plan in place so that you can rest assured your pet is loved and looked after during your absence. Enquire now to find out more about this special service at www.cherishedpetcare. com.au.

Or visit the Cherished Pets Community Hub 1/65 Madeley St, Ocean Grove (5255 2453).

A vibrant community awaits at Kensington Retirement Village.

A very vibrant community classes, bowls and bocce, a walking group, billiards, card games, bingo, art, craft and happy hour.The beautiful landscaped gardens are enhanced by a bowling green, bocce court, croquet court and an enclosed BBQ area. Caravan and boat storage is available.

Current villas for sale start from $380,000, with many options to live the retirement you deserve.

The village is open for inspection Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 4.00pm and Saturday and Sunday by appointment. Staff will be happy to take you on a tour of the village, answer any questions you may have and provide you with plans of the villas and any other information you require. Please telephone 5250 1675 to make an appointment or to request an information pack which will be mailed to you.

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The village comprises 71 modern, stylish and spacious villas of either two or three bedrooms with single and double garages, one or two bathrooms, delightfully planned kitchens and open plan living all set in beautifully landscaped gardens.

The state-of-the-art Community Centre incorporates lounge, dining, games area with three billiard tables, theatre room and a wellstocked library. There is a gymnasium, heated indoor pool, spa and sauna. There are numerous lifestyle-enhancing activities available such as a singing group, aqua aerobics, gym

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Planning for the future Death is no longer a taboo subject.

People are increasingly open to planning for their funerals. For some the motivation is to avoid leaving a financial burden for their families, while others want to ensure their service wishes are fulfilled.

Regardless of the motivation, it's important to seek advice. The differences between funeral insurance and pre-paid funerals are significant and worth understanding.

Recent advertisements have promoting funeral insurance coverage from as little as a few dollars a week. It sounds too good to be true, and in many instances it is too good to be true.

A recent expose identified a number of issues for pensioners who had taken out funeral insurance. In some cases they had paid more into the insurance than the benefit would pay out on their death.

Worse still, they had to keep paying until their death or the policy might turn invalid.

Tuckers Funeral & Bereavement Service prides itself on providing clarity, support and advice when listening to families and their needs. Tuckers offers the opportunity to plan ahead with the clear benefits of a pre-paid funeral rather than funeral insurance.

Clients have peace of mind that their plans will lock in funeral prices at today's cost, relieving their families of financial burdens and stress. Tuckers' clients can plan the funeral they want. The plans have no premiums or expiry dates, and the funds are held safely in a trust for families to use when necessary.

Tuckers' Sue Marshman and Alyson Burchell are passionate about helping people achieve peace of mind with pre-funeral planning and confidence that their chosen funeral director will support and lead their family through all arrangements.

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Happy feet at Surfcoast Ocean Grove residents Amy Hawker and Leah Kelly are passionate about contributing to the local community by providing foot care to the increasing ageing population.

"As the ageing population grows, so does the need for our clients to keep doing the activities they love, whether it be walking, golfing or cycling," says Leah.

As we age we are at risk for many foot and ankle disorders that can, if not treated, reduced mobility, independence and quality of life.

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Leah and Amy at Surfcoast Podiatry have a special interest in geriatric care and have years of experience including post graduate studies in dry needling, lower limb manipulation and mobilisation and orthotic prescription.

Leah has been working in the Geelong region for over 10 years after graduating from a Bachelor of Podiatry at La Trobe University.

Leah offers a range of podiatry services including general foot and nail care, diabetes foot assessments, diabetes foot education, biomechanical and gait assessments, prescription orthotics and footwear advice.

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Grubbers gain key recruit

By Mark Heenan Victorian Netball League (VNL) representative player Lillian O'Sullivan has joined the Grubber ranks as a key mid-season A Grade recruit.

O'Sullivan from Melbourne, has represented Monash in VNL and played alongside Grubber playing assistant coach Kate Slattery.

Ocean Grove senior playing coach Elyse Howard said O'Sullivan will be a key addition.

O'Sullivan played her first A Grade game at her new home at Shell Road for Grubbers against Torquay on Saturday.

O'Sullivan is expected to help fill void for Ocean Grove A Grade centre Olivia Hobbs, who went down with a season ending knee injury on 20 April after the club's win over Queenscliff in Round 3.

"She will play at (C) centre and (WA) wing attack she has played years of Championship VNL so she will bring leadership and added defensive pressure in the centre role when needed," Howard told the Voice.

"Will create options other than just Emily (Moroney) and I."

Lillian O'Sullivan has joined Ocean Grove. O'Sullivan was in action for the Grubbers against Torquay at Shell Road on Saturday.

THE Grubbers have dropped to third on the A Grade ladder after two losses from its past three starts with home defeats to Geelong Amateur in

Round 6 and Torquay in Round 8 on Saturday.

Ocean Grove A Grade was the outright leader after five rounds with a 5-0 start. Howard

said while her team needed to work on finishing off games better against the top sides, she was buoyant with the club's progress in 2019.

"It's disappointing but is something to work on," Howard told the Voice.

"We need to adjust better to changes.

"Torquay and (Geelong Amateur) are teams that have played together for a long period of time.

"We are a new team with five players coming back from injuries and pregnancies, a new player and a player absent.

"For us to be competitive is a great start for us."

MEANTIME star recruit Julia Ann Goodwin, who is currently overseas, is expected to resume playing later this month and will miss games against Newcomb in Round 9 and Barwon Heads in Round 10.

Goodwin, a goal attack, has scored 48 goals in five games including a personal best of 22 goals against reigning BFNL A Grade premier Modewarre in Round 4.

Tigers tame the Grubbers in even round of BFL netball OCEAN GROVE vs TORQUAY A Grade: Ocean Grove 46 def by Torquay 51 The Tigers overtook Grove's previous second spot on the ladder with a hard fought win. Despite a 76% to 68% goal accuracy win, Torquay played better around the court. Best: Lucinda Vercher, Kate Slattery.

B Grade: Ocean Grove 38 def by Torquay 47 Grove slipped to fourth spot on the ladder after a 12 goal to six last quarter saw Torquay bank a valuable four points. Best: Abbey Badrock, Isabel Hackett, Kylie Lane.

C Grade: Ocean Grove 31 def Torquay 23 The C Graders sit on top of the ladder after proving too good for the visiting Tigers. The team is playing some confident netball of late.

Best: Meagan Bothe, Sharni Thebes, Alyse O'Keefe.

D Grade: Ocean Grove 29 def Torquay 28 A thriller saw grove hang onto top spot on the ladder. Torquay stormed home in the last term, but the Grubbers held on. Best: Paula Birch, Shereen Wolfe, Michaela Giblin.

E Grade: Ocean Grove 32 def Torquay 25 The Grubbers are still unbeaten and deservedly sit on top of the ladder. Constance Smith, Alex Gadsden and Teegan Laffin combined for an impressive goal shooting accuracy of 73%.

Best: Constance Smith Under 19: Ocean Grove 31 def Torquay 24

Grove opened up a 10-goal lead at the last break and held on. The girls are second on the ladder behind Barwon Heads. Best: Gemma Bell, Zoe Murrells, Jorja Connellan.

17U Sect 1: Ocean Grove 25 def Torquay 16 Another strong win for the unbeaten Grubbers. Best: not supplied 17U Sect 2: Ocean Grove 20 def Torquay 16 Unbeaten and sitting pretty on top of the ladder, Grove was tested by a good Torquay outfit, but always seemed in control. Best: Eliza Vallelonga, Amelia Cunningham.

15U Sect 1: Ocean Grove 27 def by Torquay 30 The two clear stand out best side in the comp went head to head with the visitors taking the points. Grove sits on top of the ladder by percentage, but it seems certain these two sides will meet at some stage during the finals.

Best: Chloe Jeffrey, Amelia Cunningham, Tara Sampson.

15U Sec 2: Ocean Grove 25 def Torquay 12 The Grubbers are unbeaten and a game and a half clear on top of the ladder. Best: Lily Hallam 13U Sec 1: Ocean Grove 20 def Torquay 18 Torquay led by one at quarter time and Grove by four at three quarter time and held on for the win. Best: Evie Hines, Grace Boland.

13U Sec 2: Ocean Grove 25 def Torquay 15

Torquay presented the girl with their biggest challenge of the season, but Grove powered away to keep its unbeaten run intact. Best: Chloe Splatt, Molly Mclean.

PORTARLINGTON vs OCEAN GROVE A Grade: Ocean Grove 59 def Portarlington 23 A powerful performance from the A Graders with a 15 to three goal third term set up a huge win. Another 44 goals to sharpshooter Rebecca Scott. Best: Lucinda Vercher, Kate Slattery, Elyse Howard.

B Grade: Ocean Grove 70 def Portarlington 17 A complete domination. Port was competitive in the first term, but from then on it was Grove all the way. Young players Britt and Hart led the way with Hart particularly impressive with 50 goals. Best: Claudia Britt, Kimberley Hart.

C Grade: Ocean Grove 52 def Portarlington 3 The top of the ladder Grubbers thrashed the Demons in a percentage booster. Best: Mia Smith, Sharni Thebes, Tina Birch.

D Grade: Ocean Grove 46 def Portarlington 15 Ocean Grove sits top of the table with a shopping percentage. Best: Lauren Barber, Jordan Coad.

E Grade: Ocean Grove 36 def Portarlington 10 The undefeated E Graders were brilliant and have set themselves up for a strong showing in the premiership race. Best: Taryn Laverty, Chantelle Dalton, Constance Smith.

Under 19: Ocean Grove 53 def Portarlington 11 A 12 goal to nil first term set up the win which saw Grove second on the ladder by percentage from Barwon Heads. Best: not supplied 17U Sect 1: Ocean Grove 45 def Portarlington 14 Only a goal separated the sides at the first break, but Grove powered away to a good win and remained unbeaten. Best: not supplied 17U Sect 2: Ocean Grove 48 def Portarlington 7 Unbeaten and top of the ladder, the girls are playing well. Best: not supplied 15U Sect 1: Ocean Grove 36 def Portarlington 17 Port was plucky, but Grove disposed of the third-ranked team with ease. Best: not supplied 15U Sect 2: Ocean Grove 34 def Portarlington 7 It was a good hit out for the top placed team with Port taking it right up to Grove in the first term, but class prevailed in the end. Best: Milla Bella, Lily Hallam.

13U Sect 1: Ocean Grove 50 def Portarlington 8 A big win for Grove, winning all quarters handsomely. Best: not supplied 13U Sect 2: Ocean Grove 63 def Portarlington 2 Port could only score in the first and final quarters as Ocean Grove kept its unbeaten run intact. Best: Chloe Splatt

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Rainbow socks for Ocean Grove women at pride game Ocean Grove senior women's team was rested and primed for its Pride Cup round clash and home match against Torquay Tigers on Sunday 26 May. The Grubbers had the weekend off a week earlier on 19 May due to the AFL Barwon women's interleague.

Sporting rainbow socks for AFL Barwon's Pride Cup, home side Ocean Grove met newcomers Torquay for the first time in a senior women's football clash at Ray Menzies Memorial Oval.

Ocean Grove Football and Netball Club welcomed the opportunity to celebrate the Pride Cup with Torquay which promotes gender diversity and inclusion in sport. oceangrovevoice.com.au

The Grubber women highlighted its commitment to ensure every player, official or fan is supported to participate in the game that they love without discrimination.

Ocean Grove and Torquay, in their debut season in the AFL Barwon senior women's competition, were both eager to win after both teams had winless starts to 2019.

The game kicked off with the Grubbers backline in full force once again, putting pressure on Torquay's forwards with their tackling work and ball movement.

The midfield had some grunt work to do as they fought hard to push the ball down to the Grubber goal square.

Torquay was able to capitalise more effec-

tively in their forward 50, and brought home their first win for the season.

A special mention went to Grubber Rebecca Griffiths, who consistently ran hard off the backline and broke through tackles with her classic 'don't argues'.

It has been a tough few games for the Grubbers which continue to work hard to build a stronger team.

Each game has seen new players throw on the red and the white with pride and enthusiasm, as they take to the football field for the first time.

TORQUAY 5.11 (41) def OCEAN GROVE 0.0 (0) Best: C. Harrison-Roberts, A. Howard, A.

Ocean Grove senior women's co-captain Emily Jarvis in action. 194041 Picture: MARK HEENAN MEDIA Lorimer-Renic, S. Perrott, G. Wray, K. Harrison-Roberts.

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Young Cobras find form

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pline to stay in the game. Best: Max Foley, who dominated, and was well supported by Bailey Parr-Watt and Will Devine.

Cobras Farrell 6.4 (40) def by Barwon Heads 6.12 (48) Our boys produced a good, solid four-quarter effort against quality opposition. All players contributed and their improvement was evident in this competitive display against a team that comprehensively beat us earlier this season. Awards: Alby Arto, Jackson De Jong, Ned Badrock, Jonah Van Uitjert.

Cobras Moroney 4.2 (26) def Bannockburn Grinter 3.4 (22) UNDER 10 Cobras 1.3 (9) def by St Mary's Davie 9.5 (59) St Mary's proved the better team, however we produced some great passages of play, moving the ball quickly from one zone to another. Special mentions to Ned Lewis and Zac Blount. Awards: Hudson Stephenson, Miller Wellard, Baxter Briggs, Molly O'Keefe, Jai

Petrovics.

Cobras O'Keefe 7.6 (48) def Inverleigh 5.4 (34) The boys followed the game plan by spreading at the kick outs, keeping their positions and not following the ball. The quick ball movement allowed us drive the ball into our forward line where we had seven different goal kickers. Awards. Josh Anderson, Trey Morrow, Reuben Cook.

Cobras Cordy 3.5 (23) def by Torquay McCartney 5.10 (40) Cobras Cordy travelled to Torquay where they got back to playing competitive football.

John Tattersall was marking everything in his best game this year. Special mentions: Zac Walker and Raimend Bernazolli for great goals, Finn Shanahan and Liam Fuller.

UNDER 9 Cobras Dalton 8.6 (54) def Ammos Lovick 2.3 (15)

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After a slow start the boys came home strong in the last quarter with four goals, including an impressive two from Leonard Makowski. Awards: Louis Belsar-LeBel, Xavier Hanson, Leonard Jankowski, Mason Poirier, Leonard Cole, Max Robinson.

Cobras Stow 10.8 (68) def St Mary's Doherty 3.6 (24) The kids got some great reward for effort this week, playing with great skill and teamwork. Many players had their best game for the year as they positioned themselves well, won the contested ball and disposed of it accurately. Awards: Harry Farrell, Frankie Scott, Archie Smith, Chad Cook, William Fenwick Cobras Taylor 4.2 (26) def by Torquay Browning 5.6 (36) A tough match against the undefeated side.

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UNDER 13 Division 1 Cobras Walter 6.6 (42) def by St Joseph's Black 6.7 (43) Scores were level on several occasions in the last quarter. Miller Keck almost carried the Cobras over the line with a great game and a big bomb of a goal in the final quarter. Luke Devlin was strong again. Awards: Miller Keck, Luke Devlin, Noah Jeffrey, Gus Peters, Lachlan Norton.

Division 4 Cobras Pearson 5.14 (44) def South Barwon Garvey 4.2 (26) With Tyler Bishop competing well in the ruck, midfielders Sam Eales and Jarvis Lindsay won the ball with Will Cunningham and Tommy Walsh providing plenty of run. Josh Davitt created a contest up forward and Ash Blount used his run to advantage out of the backline.

Division 7 Cobras Every 12.9 (81) def St Mary's Dunstan 4.4 (28) Division 8 Cobras Dean 0.2 (2) def by NCFNC Hyland 6.6 (42) The team took on the top of the ladder side and it was close for most of the game, with the boys producing some brilliant passages of play.

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UNDER 11 Cobras McManus 5.10 (40) def South Barwon McManus 6.2 (38) Team McManus performed a spirited fightback to record an outstanding win against South Barwon. After last week's performance, the boys played with great courage and disci-

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Star mid out for season

By Mark Heenan Ocean Grove senior co-captain James Linton has confirmed he will miss the rest of 2019 with a hip injury.

It was a cruel blow for the dual Grubber best-and-fairest winner after he had MRI scans on his hip last week and did not play in the club's loss to Torquay on Saturday.

"I won't play again this season," Linton, 28, told the Voice.

"MRI scans on my hip confirmed this."

He also missed the club's 82-point win over Portarlington 25 May and concedes hip troubles had impacted his playing career in previous seasons.

Linton, a Colac GFL premiership player in 2014 and a multiple BFL interleague representative, played the first six games of 2019 and kicked four goals.

"It was always a chance before Portarlington but I had to wait until this week to have my

scan," he said.

"This injury is not just a result of a one game injury against Ammos (in Round 6) it has also been happening over a couple of years now."

Ocean Grove's long-term injury list has grown with key players including Grubber playing coach Jordan Jones (knee), recruited as an one-point player, and Kieran McNally (shoulder) out for remainder of season.

Jones said Linton's injury was unfortunate, though it will open the door for the club to de-

velop their young talent.

Talented on-baller Ryan Lempa, a mid-season recruit from Centrals Trinity Beach at AFL Cairns, made a sparkling Grubber BFL senior debut against Portarlington in Round 7 with Linton out.

"It's unfortunate but not the end of the world," Jones said.

"It creates an opportunity for someone else to step and develop and play senior footy."

Last term fade out disappoints as Tigers prove too good

By Mark Heenan Torquay overran an unresponsive Ocean Grove by 53 points in their Round 8 BFL senior clash at Ray Menzies Memorial Oval on Saturday.

The passive Grubbers were held goalless in a last quarter fade out.

Ocean Grove sits in eighth spot on the ladder with a 2-6 record after eight rounds.

It was five wins on the trot for an in-form second-placed Torquay with a 6-2 record.

Final scores Torquay 15.12 (102) and Ocean Grove 7.7 (49).

Ocean Grove coach Jordan Jones described the result as its most disappointing loss of 2019.

"It was the most disappointing loss because I felt like the group gave up on trying to win in the last quarter," Jones told the Voice.

"We need to change our attitude and lift our training standards and be harder on one another to become better."

Midway through the third term the coastal BFL clash looked set for an enthralling finish after the home side got within nine points of Torquay.

Ocean Grove outscored Torquay four goals to three majors in the third term.

The Grubbers went into the game without senior co-captain James Linton (hip injury) who also missed the Portarlington clash on 25 May. Linton won't play again in 2019 and his injury blow adds to the club's long-term injury woes with playing coach Jordan Jones (knee) and Kieran McNally (shoulder) to miss the rest of season.

Experienced utility Aaron Baxter was an early causality in first term against the Tigers with an ankle injury.

Geelong Falcons listed player and Grubber

Ocean Grove senior co-captain Justin Carey is tackled by Tiger player Tim Carty. 194041 young star Tom Richardson, a nine-goal hero against Portarlington in Round 7, did not play due to the Falcons' NAB League clash against the Eastern Rangers on Sunday 2 June.

Grubber senior co-captain Justin Carey, a key defender, went forward, while rising backman Harry Walker bobbed up in attack and helped shift momentum in third term with a crucial goal.

Walker was named in Ocean Grove's best while small forward Cory Connor snared two goals.

At the last break Ocean Grove was down by 15 points, however an experienced Torquay stormed home in the final term - Tiger Tyler Lovell outstanding as he finished game with three goals.

"They (Torquay) moved the footy well, but

I know our best footy stacks up and the scoreboard doesn't (always) reflect the actual result of the game," Jones said.

Torquay's Callum Currie booted four goals, while the classy Billy Henderson snared three.

It was a terrific victory by Torquay, which played at 34 points out of a maximum 40 points on the AFL Barwon team points allocation.

Ocean Grove played at a maximum 40 points.

Three Tiger cubs made their BFL senior debut including Kyle Beinefelt, James Reither and Cody Pettina.

Meantime Grubber key target Peter Hardy is set to return in the coming weeks after he had been overseas.

OCEAN Grove now meets Newcomb at

Newcomb Sand and Soil Oval on Sunday 9 June.

The Power (3-5) defeated the Grubbers by four points in Round 1 and has lost its last five games.

Senior game starts at 2:10pm.

TORQUAY defeated Ocean Grove in a competitive tussle by 12 points in the reserves grade.

The Grubber loss meant they dipped to fifth spot on the ladder with a 5-3 record.

The Tigers maintained second position with a 7-1 record.

Final scores Torquay 8.7 (55) to Ocean Grove 6.7 (43).

The Grubbers has been competitive in all eight games this season - its biggest defeat was 15 points was against Drysdale in Round 2.

Ocean Grove forward Ryan Baker booted two goals.

OCEAN Grove thrashed Werribee Centrals by 70 points in their Under 19s Division 2 Bendigo Bank Cup Round 2 clash.

Final scores Ocean Grove 12.8 (80) to Werribee Centrals 1.4 (10).

Louis Beale snared four goals for the home side, while Fletcher Long booted three majors.

Ocean Grove sits on top of the Division 2 ladder with a 6-1 record, which includes results from its five grading games earlier in the season.

Ocean Grove Under 19s plays away to St Mary's 2 at Anthony Costa Oval in a Round 3 fixture this Saturday.

SENIOR SCOREBOARD TORQUAY 15.12 (102) def OCEAN GROVE 7.7 (49) OCEAN GROVE Goals: C. Connor 2, J. Carey, T. Hobbs, O. Monteith, J. Ward, H. Walker.

Best: H. Walker, M. Sutton, R. Hobbs, J. Carey, R. Lempa, J. Perkovic.

Nine goals for young Richo

By Mark Heenan Teenage sharpshooter Tom Richardson had a day out in Ocean Grove's huge 82-point victory over a winless Portarlington at Portarlington on 25 May. Richardson, a Geelong Falcons representative, booted nine goals in his best return since a ten-goal haul in Ocean Grove's Under 17s grand final victory last year.

Richardson in his only fourth Ocean Grove senior match made his Grubber senior debut against Portarlington at Portarlington in Round 13 last year.

He is the son of former Grubber goalkicking ace Adam Richardson, a dual Ocean Grove senior premiership player in 1994-95 who kicked 121 goals in 1995 and played two senior AFL games for Adelaide in 2001.

Ocean Grove playing coach Jordan Jones said it was an impressive performance from Richardson.

Richardson was available to play BFL seniors with no Geelong Falcons' game in the NAB League on 25 May. "His attack on the footy is fantastic," Jones told the Voice.

"He is quick, he is strong, he jumps high, he really jumps high and reaches out at the footy so (he is) pretty hard to defend.

"I am thrilled with the way he is going, I would love to keep him, but I really hope he does get a chance to play regular Falcons footy because that is only going to make him better again." oceangrovevoice.com.au

The Grubbers laid the foundations early with a seven-goal first term and led by 33 points at quarter time.

It was Ocean Grove's biggest win since they smashed Portarlington by 83 points in Round 1 last year.

The last time Ocean Grove kicked 25 goals or more in a game was Round 15, 2015 against Newcomb where the Grubbers booted 37.31.

Jones was thrilled with Ocean Grove's accuracy in front of goal and firepower up forward.

"For us to kick 25.6 that's fantastic," Jones said.

"We were discussing during the week about creating a bit more firepower in our forward line and getting our forwards kicking more goals."

Key forward Jake Ward booted four goals, while Cory Connor finished with four.

Midfielder Luke Cartelli went forward and snared two goals.

Ball magnet Ryan Lempa, a mid-season recruit from Centrals Trinity Beach at AFL Cairns, made a stunning senior debut in the midfield in the absence of Grubber co-captain James Linton who was rested.

"I guess the plan was to bring Ryan Lempa, who is an excellent midfielder, so I thought it was one for one there (with Linton out)," he said.

"To have them (Lempa and Linton) both playing against Torquay was probably a bigger priority."

Overall Ocean Grove had 61 inside 50s com-

Luke Cartelli gets ready to tackle his Portarlington opponent. 194041

Tom Richardson booted nine goals against Portarlington on Saturday.

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pared with Portarlington's 43 - The Grubbers had 18 inside 50 entries in the final term Grubber defenders Rhys Hobbs and Kaiden Long played important roles down back and were named in the best.

Portarlington's Stanley Hogan booted three goals, while key player Daniel Measures snared two majors and was named best player for the Demons.

The 82-point win gave Ocean Grove a 2-5 record after seven rounds after the club's interleague bye on 18 May. Logan Taylor was the only Grubber representative which played in the BFL Interleague victory over Geelong and District Football League at Queens Park.

IN the curtain raiser, Ocean Grove reserves grade thrashed Portarlington by 101 points which was the Grubbers' biggest win for 2019.

Final scores Ocean Grove 19.10 (124) defeated Portarlington 3.5 (23).

Tall forward Tom Roberts continued his strong season and finished with five goals,

while playing coach Cheyne Kelly snared three majors.

The Grubbers climbed into third spot on the ladder with a 5-2 record.

MEANTIME in the Under 19s Round 1 clash Ocean Grove defeated Queenscliff by 24 points at Queenscliff.

Final scores Ocean Grove 9.15 (69) defeated Queenscliff 7.3 (45).

All Under 19s teams played a series of grading games before the Round 1 clash with the Grubbers to play in Division Two. Josh Lange was the only multiple goalkicker with two goals.

SENIOR SCOREBOARD OCEAN GROVE 25.6 (156) def PORTARLINGTON 11.8 (74) OCEAN GROVE Goals: T. Richardson 9, J. Ward 4, C. Connor 4, L. Cartelli 2, I. Wilkins, R. Maloney, A. Baxter, J. McDonald, O. Monteith, M. Sutton.

Best: T. Richardson, R. Lempa, R. Hobbs, J. Perkovic, J. Ward, K. Long.

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Coach’s future in doubt

By Mark Heenan Injured Ocean Grove coach Jordan Jones admits his long-term playing future remains uncertain.

Jones, who turns 29 in June, had knee surgery in May after he ruptured his meniscus in April after the Grubbers' loss to Queenscliff in Round 3.

The first-year Grubber coach confirmed not playing football on the advice of his surgeon was an option.

Jones only managed to play two senior matches for Ocean Grove in 2019 in Round 1 and Round 3.

"It is something he (the surgeon) did mention just with the risk of having this type of sur-

gery," Jones told the Voice.

"It is one of many options."

Currently he is unable to drive a car and is not working during the week and he can't put weight on his injured right knee for up to six weeks.

Jones concedes he will have to make a tough call on his playing future at season's end.

"There are a few things I have got to weigh up at the end of this season," he said.

"I am going to focus on the recovery side of things and we will cross those off as they come by."

Jones, a former Werribee and Williamstown VFL player who played two AFL games with West Coast in 2010, said there would be 'po-

tential risks' with playing again as he recovers from knee surgery.

"It's not a great surgery to have and the surgeon has already advised me that playing football that there is going to be risks with this and injuring the same injury," Jones said.

"On top of that the risks of arthritis and potentially having a knee replacement.

"He (the surgeon) said it was a little bit worse for wear in my knee - that is obviously 12 to 13 years of playing football and a bit of wear and tear."

During Ocean Grove's 82-point victory over Portarlington, Jones was forced to coach the game on crutches and sat on the interchange bench.

Jones said it was uncomfortable to stand on the sidelines and coach for long periods, though he found positives to provide one on one feedback with Grubber players on the interchange bench.

"I had personally didn't want to stand up for two to three hours because I noticed on Tuesday and Thursday nights at footy training my knee swelled up and I didn't want that to happen again," he said.

"There was no issue with the coaching side of things.

"I was probably a little more interactive with the players when they did come off because most of them go and sit down in the dugout so I was able to give (them) direct feedback.

"I thought it worked well."

Injured Ocean Grove playing coach Jordan Jones was forced to coach the game against Portarlington on crutches after he had knee surgery on his right knee.

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