Ocean Grove Voice - 20th November 2019

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Parents worried A group of Ocean Grove parents are calling on the Australian government to act urgently to protect their children's health and safety in the face of what they say is a "climate breakdown".

United Nations World Children's Day on 20 November commemorates the Declaration of the Rights of the Child, which Australia has signed.

This commits Australia to protect the rights of all children to health and safety - rights which are being threatened by the government's inaction on climate change, the group said.

"We are extremely distressed and that the government is not acting to protect our kids' health and safety from the enormous impacts of climate breakdown," Ocean Grove parent and founder of Australian Parents for Climate Action, Suzie Brown said.

"We are all so worried about our kids' future."

"We've already seen Australian children lose their homes and their family's livelihoods to bushfires and drought. The future will only be more dangerous for our kids unless we act

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urgently to cut greenhouse emissions by ending fossil fuel use in Australia."

Another local mother, Anthea Duff, was also concerned.

"Children are more vulnerable to the health impacts of climatic disasters, such as longer, hotter heatwaves, and increased asthma and allergies from bushfires and storm events," she said.

"And I worry about the mental health of young people - many teenagers are starting to feel despair for their future."

To act on her own anxiety about climate impacts, Anthea has organised a local screening of the film '2040' at Barwon Heads Community Hall on 1 December at 3pm (tickets trybooking.com/565221).

A group of concerned parents formed Australian Parents for Climate Action in January and it already has more than 5000 members and supporters.

The open letter to Scott Morrison can be seen at ap4ca.org/world-childrens-day-openletter/.

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It’s Scout tree time Ocean Grove Scout Group's annual Christmas tree sale is on again this year.

The tree sale is the group's major fundraiser for the year, enabling it to provide Joey, Cub and Scout youth members with a variety of fun, exciting and challenging activities throughout the year.

Trees will be on sale on Saturday 30 November and Saturday 7 December at Ocean Grove Park.

This year they will also be selling trees from the Bunnings car park in Leopold on Saturday 30 November, Sunday 1 December, Saturday 7 December and Sunday 8 December.

Preparations are well underway, with Christmas trees already ordered and the Joey, Cub and Scout youth members getting ready to decorate the promotional signs for displaying around the Ocean Grove Park and surrounds.

It's a fun time of year for all youth members, parent helpers, committee members and group.

Christmas tree prices start at $55 (up to 183cm) and then increase in price by $5 per 30cm.

There are several options for purchasing your tree: Head to the Ocean Grove Park or Bunnings in Leopold, select your tree and take it home with you.

Personally select your tree at Ocean Grove Park and have it delivered (for a small fee) by one of the friendly Scout Group helpers.

Order your tree online at oceangrovescouts. com for either pick up or delivery on any of the sales days (check the delivery zone prices on the website).

Christmas tree stands in various sizes are also available for purchase with Cinco stands starting at $40.

Ocean Grove Scout Group’s popular annual Christmas tree sale is ready for action. 200722 Picture: JUSTIN FLYNN Ocean Grove Scout Group also offers a pickup service after Christmas to recycle your tree - simply register for the pick-up service (either at the park, Bunnings or online) and then leave your tree out for collection on Saturday 4 January. A flat fee of $10 covers pick up and recycling of your tree in all zones.

For those people coming to select their tree

from the Ocean Grove Park, it is rumoured that Santa Claus himself will be making a special appearance at 11.30 am on each of the days.

There will also be fun activities for the kids.

If you are thinking about joining the club or just want more information, see oceangrove scouts.com.

Phone tower call reversed The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal has overturned a Council decision to refuse the construction of a telecommunications facility in the middle of Ocean Grove.

Vodafone Hutchinson appealed the decision and has now been given the go ahead to construct a mobile telecommunications facility on The Parade.

The permit was issued for the land at part of 74-92 The Parade, Ocean Grove.

Earlier this year Council voted against the installation of the tower.

In his report, Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal senior member Geoffrey Code said "there is a strong community need for telecommunications facilities".

"After carrying out this balancing task, I find the proposal has a net community benefit and is an acceptable planning outcome," Mr Code said.

"The proposal has a minimal impact, including visual impact, on the amenity of the area.

"The telecommunications facility occupies a small rectangular area (about 2.2 metres by about 7 metres) between car spaces next to a power pole and generally located behind a supermarket and hardware store.

"The facility will not result in the loss of any car spaces.

"After carrying out this balancing task, I find the proposal has a net community benefit and is an acceptable planning outcome."

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Banned GP could practice

By Natalee Kerr A banned former Ocean Grove doctor could soon resume practice with "non-female patients" after the state's tribunal granted a stay of his suspension this week.

The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) decided on Tuesday to stop the national medical board's decision to suspend Dr Shafiul Milky until a hearing early next year.

The tribunal has yet decided when the stay will begin or what conditions will apply to Dr Milky's registration.

Dr Milky will be able to resume practice once the order takes effect, according to the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation

Agency (AHPRA).

The decision comes after Dr Milky applied to VCAT for a review of AHPRA's decision in September to suspend his registration following sexual assault allegations.

AHPRA suspended Dr Milky because he posed a "serious risk to persons", a spokesperson said.

The suspension followed a decision in March by AHPRA to ban Dr Milky from seeing female patients.

The "gender-based" condition came after a third complaint in February about Dr Milky's conduct, the court heard.

A further nine complaints alleging Dr Milky

engaged in "serious sexual boundary violations", spanning back to 2014, were noted to the Medical Board of Australia between June and August this year.

Dr Milky's alleged conduct includes touching patients' breasts when not clinically indicated, attempting to kiss a patient and making sexualised remarks, the court heard.

Dr Milky denies all allegations against him and no criminal charges have yet been laid.

Police and AHPRA are continuing to investigate allegations against Dr Milky, according to the AHRPA. The hearing scheduled for February or March 2020 will determine whether Dr Milky should remain suspended, the court heard.

A statement provided by Dr Milky in court indicated he has "little" funds to support him in the meantime, according to VCAT senior member Jonathan Smithers.

The court heard another practice has offered to employ Dr Milky, with the condition that he cannot see female patients.

Dr Milky would suffer "very significant" financial impacts if the tribunal refused his stay prior to the final hearing, Mr Smithers said.

"I accept that the continuation of the current suspension will have a strongly adverse effect on Dr Milky and his family financially," he said.

"He will have suffered the impact of losing six months' income."

‘Feed Me’ pair to embark on a local minimart mission One wise woman and one wise man are about to make Christmas a whole lot merrier for local families.

The founders of the fast growing charity, Feed Me Bellarine, Lana Purcell and chef Anthony Woodbury are about to launch an important second stage of their community project.

Opening in early December in their Sinclair Street headquarters will be Ocean Grove's newest and most innovative supermarket, the Wasted Mini Mart.

The mini market is set up with the goal of providing high quality rescue food to the general public, as well as those in genuine need.

The speedy fit out of the shop is being achieved through the use of donated goods and second hand goods sourced by Lana and Anthony.

The charity is already helping around 200 struggling families across the Bellarine and all funds raised in the supermarket will go straight to expanding this important work.

"We were just sitting around chatting a month ago about how else we could use all the rescue food that we are being donated and because it is of such high quality we thought how we could help the general public benefit as well," Feed me Bellarine co-founder Lana Purcell said.

"So this way we are cutting down on food wastage, giving the general public a chance to contribute to those who are struggling in their community, as well as cutting back on their own grocery costs.

"Anyone can come in and use this supermarket to help themselves, but we will also be introducing a pay it forward system whereby people can also purchase extra food that can be used to provide meals for struggling families."

The charity headquarters in Ocean Grove's industrial estate is a constant stream of activity with people arriving with donations of food, furniture and equipment while groups of volunteers meet in corners, while other volunteers cook up a tsunami of nutritious food in the back kitchen.

"Lana and Anthony are our shooting stars," one volunteer said.

Feed Me Bellarine founders Anthony Woodward and Lana Purcell will launch the second stage of their enormously popular venture.

"Our job is just to try and help them down here on the ground so that it can all come together."

The pair's vision has the potential to change the country's attitude to food and the way it is distributed and their charity is attracting the attention of community, business and political leaders who can see the potential of their vision.

The work of this amazingly energetic duo is

supported at the moment by about 20regular volunteers but as their charity expands they are going to need more and more helping hands.

Fellow founder Anthony says the supermarket will be open from 9am until after school pick up and is amazed at how quickly the project has come together.

"Obviously the stock is going to vary depending on donations but we will keep people

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"We will always be looking for donations of pantry staples like flour and sugar which can be sold and also used to make food for our families in need."

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$35 million village A planning application to build a retirement village in Ocean Grove has been received by Council.

Ryman Healthcare wants to build a residential aged care facility and retirement village on Shell Road.

The development is expected to cost $35 million and would contain all-weather bowling green, heated indoor swimming pool, cafe, hair and beauty salon and movie theatre.

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site at 181-189 and 191-195 Shell Road last year.

The application form states the project will include "use and development of an aged care facility and a retirement village comprising 59

single storey independent units with a double storey communal building together with associated accessways, car parking and landscaping and the removal of native vegetation".

The town planning report stated there was a "lack of aged care facilities and retirement villages within Ocean Grove".

It says it aims to provide "a form of housing that can accommodate the increasing elderly population, allowing residents to continue to 'age in place'".

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Around 250 people paid their respects to our Diggers on Remembrance Day. The Ocean Grove service normally attracts a crowd of around 60, but this year it swelled, thanks largely to a group of women who made more than 4000 poppies for the service.

The Cenotaph at Ocean Grove Park was surrounded by the poppies, adding a bit of colour to an otherwise sombre and respectful gathering.

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Terrace set to party on The Bellarine's biggest street party is set to hit The Terrace again this year.

Christmas in the Grove is an annual event where The Terrace is closed off to vehicular traffic for a few hours so that local traders can show their wares and get into the early Christmas spirit.

The event is run by Ocean Grove Business Association and aims to encourage local to spend locally.

Children's activities, including a mobile fun farm, food and drink, Christmas shopping bargains and music and entertainment are again on the agenda.

OGBA started Christmas in the Grove four years ago and it has quickly turned into the region's biggest Christmas street festival.

Santa will make an appearance and there

The Terrace will become alive with festive cheer. will be plenty of quality food and drink on sale as well as heaps of Christmas shopping opportunities.

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Dr Michael Carr-Gregg will run workshops on mental health in Ocean Grove and Queensclff.

OG tackling the black dog With another national report into Australia's poor mental health hitting the news this week, some locals are keen to take matters into their own hands by learning mental health 'first aid'.

Bellarine residents wanting to support friends family and colleagues experiencing a mental illness can now be equipped with the skills to do so via a two-day course delivered by leading psychologist Dr Michael Carr-Gregg.

"One in five Australian adults experience a common mental illness each year. It's important that we remove the stigma around mental health and provide support where we can. This course will give people the knowledge and confidence to do that," Dr Carr-Gregg said.

"Classes are kept small and interactive so participants can learn the skills and strategies required to cope with a person having a panic attack, a depressive episode, suicidal thoughts or someone dealing with drug addiction.

"I think it's important that mental health be thought of the same as physical health, and training people in first aid is a great step towards this."Mental Health First Aid training will take place in Ocean Grove at the Neighbourhood Centre, Friday 29 and Saturday 30 November and in Queenscliff on Thursday 5 and Friday 6 December. Tickets are $250 via eventbrite.

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Volunteers recognised Bellarine Community Support Register (BCSR) is a voluntary not for profit organisation that provides support through care calls to those on the Bellarine Peninsula who are often alone, lonely or isolated.

BCSR held its 13th annual general meeting in Ocean Grove with the meeting well attended by members and BCSR inaugural president Ann Nichol OAM was also in attendance.

A new committee was elected and service awards were handed out to volunteers.

Award recipients were Ros Williamson for two years of volunteer service, Karen Thornton, Robin Macaulay and Trish Coghlan for five years of volunteer service.

Without the support of volunteers who complete data entry and care calls, the service could not function.

If you or anyone one you know would like to join the register, it is a free service that operates from Bellarine Police Station in Ocean Grove.

Registrants receive newsletters throughout the year and if they wish a regular phone call.

Registration forms are available from the office and many locations throughout the Bellarine Peninsula. Alternatively visit bellarineregister.org.au.

All volunteers are required to undertake a police check and training is provided.

Current BCSR president Gail Rodgers with inaugural president Ann Nichol OAM.

Volunteer Karen Thornton receiving her five-year service award from president Gail Rodgers.

All aboard for Movember A team of Bellarine Secondary College Ocean Grove campus staff has gotten behind this year's Movember campaign.

Movember is aimed at tackling prostate cancer, testicular cancer, supporting mental health and suicide prevention amongst males.

Male teachers and leadership personnel from Bellarine Secondary College (BSC) shaved their facial hair at the start of November to support Movember.

Male staff have grown moustaches throughout November to support the cause.

Some female staff as well as a few men, who decided to keep their beards, will participate in a 60km fitness challenge in November to raise funds.

A Bellarine Secondary College Facebook post said 'We're raising funds and awareness this Movember for all the dads, brothers, sons and mates in our lives. We need your help.

Please donate to support men's health.'

In recent years, the local secondary college has been a strong supporter of the Movember cause with many dollars raised to support men's health.

"The BSC Team wanted to raise some money and awareness for Movember, we want to set a positive example for the young men in our community around men's health and also of course have a bit of fun," said Bellarine Secondary College's Nick Ansell.

"I am incredibly lucky with the great men in my life, selfless men who put others needs before their own.

"I hope that by raising some awareness, where their health is concerned, we will all be more willing to put ourselves first."

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A thrill to spot the trillers I've continued to spot a few white-winged trillers around the Bellarine, and Carol from Bellarine Birdlife Group sent me some great photos of trillers that were taken in Madden's Lane, Marcus Hill.

White-winged trillers, which are rarely sighted in southern Victoria, have even been turning up in their hundreds around Melbourne's suburbs.

I had a quick drive around Western Treatment Plant a week or so ago. I spotted a nest where three curious brown falcon nestlings were waiting for a feed, which was lovely as the nest was located right on Avalon Rd. It's not often that I see raptor nests in a spot where the nestlings can be readily observed, not that I wanted to disturb them - I just wanted to take in their beauty.

There were a reasonable number of migratory waders at the T-section lagoons, including curlew sandpipers, red-necked stints and sharp-tailed sandpipers and large numbers of whiskered terns.

I was happy to see a small flock of sharptailed sandpipers at the Ocean Grove boat ramp during the week - the first migratory waders that I'd seen in the estuary this season.

There is a large sign on the walking path at the end of Lelean Street in Ocean Grove that states 'No Dogs', and almost every time I go down there to look at birds there are dogs running free on the sand virtually under the sign, which is very frustrating to say the least, when birds that have flown around the world to rest and feed there.

I love dogs, I have two very lovely furry creatures at home, but if a sign says 'no dogs' or 'please keep your dog on a lead' that's what dog owners should do.

On this subject the hooded plover season is in full swing, and there are nests around the coast, so please respect the signs that are erected to try and help these birds and

their chicks survive.

Carole, from Bellarine Birdlife group, sent me a fantastic image of a Latham's snipe trying to hide in the long grass at Western Treatment Plant. Latham's snipe fly to Australia from Japan every summer, and many are apparently bypassing their usual resting spots in Queensland and New South Wales for Victoria this spring and summer due to the drought.

There's a Latham's snipe count this weekend so it will be interesting to find out how many are at Begola Wetlands at the moment because the snipe love Begola.

I usually count the numbers of snipe at Blue Waters Lake, but I haven't seen one there this year.

At Blue Waters Lake I've been amusing myself by watching a lovely family of reed warblers. There are a few fledglings with the parent birds on the reeds and they are having a lovely time learning to fly.

Tom Fletcher reported on the Geelong Field Naturalists website that he observed an olivebacked oriole and four little lorikeets in his lovely garden.

Kevin sent me some beautiful photos, including a ripper of an image of three pelicans perched on the one light pole structure.

I received a few emails from Joanne, from Indented Head, who was trying to stop the destruction of a group of old river gums and bushland opposite her house.

Joanne reported that many species of birds

Carole’s Latham’s snipe at Western Treatment Plant.

Red-kneed dotterel at Western Treatment Plant.

Denis Sleep took this photo of a lowland copperhead snake at Ocean Grove Nature Reserve.

thrive in the area, and the land was originally meant to remain 'as is', but council did a land swap with a developer. Joanne thinks it's too late to stop the destruction of the area.

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Denis Sleep shared some photos of birds that he spotted at Ocean Grove Nature Reserve, plus he also photographed a very impressive lowland copperhead snake that he saw in the reserve from the west track bird hide.

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Happy local clubs

By Cr Jim Mason I'm excited to announce a few more community grants recipients in the Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads area, after a rigorous selection process.

There are some very happy kids at the Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Little Athletics Club after they pocketed $2000 to buy equipment for the 2019-20 season.

Volunteers of the Repair Cafe Bellarine are also pretty chuffed with nearly $6000 to spend on helping Ocean Grove businesses transition away from single use plastics.

For a full list of grants recipients, head to www.geelongaustralia.com.au/grants.

The website will soon have details about which clubs and organisations received a

share of $3 million in community infrastructure grants, so watch this space.

Some wonderful news from the state government, with the Bellarine Peninsula declared a Distinctive Area and Landscape after community consultation and advocacy from the City.

This means a 50-year vision and land use strategies will be prepared, to better protect the Bellarine's unique features that we know and love.

Recently, I was appointed chair of the newly created rural and coastal portfolio and I'm pleased to say I'll be continuing in the Rural and Peri-Urban Advisory Committee.

As such, you may be interested to know the Restoring Rural Landscapes project has been

very effective this spring.Exotic bulbs infesting Bellarine roadsides have been sprayed and we've also been removing woody weed on rural roads.

Whilst these projects may sound unimportant, these weeds actually cause significant damage to our natural landscapes, agricultural lands and coastal areas.

Seeing as it's perfect gardening weather right now, if you ever spot declared weeds on your property, make sure to pop them in your green organics bin.

Over at our Anakie garden organics processing facility, these weeds are pasteurised so the seeds can't germinate.

We can all do our bit to stop the spread of these dangerous weeds.

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Vox pop The Voice caught up with some of Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club's first year Nipper coaches and water safety personnel recently.

All material is copyright to Geelong Independent Pty Ltd. Mark Tolley (coach): “I enjoy seeing the kids getting their first wave and seeing the smiles on their faces.”

Alicia Crabtree (coach): “Working with the kids to stay safe in the water and hopefully save someone’s life in the future.”

All significant errors will be corrected as soon as possible.

Distribution numbers, areas and coverage are estimates only.

Fill that survey Are residents of Ocean Grove aware that Barwon Coast are considering moving the off leash dog area from the current 7W area to 8W at Aldebaran Road ?

As a long term resident and dog walker this is just not making sense.

Dogs have been allowed off leash at 7W for years. This area has safe off street parking, wide access to beach, toilets and is across the road from the Cheeky Cow. Moving the off leash beach to 8W at Aldebaran Road is just dangerous and ill thought out.

There is no off street parking and the idea of dogs, owners and kids crossing the road to access the beach, close to a blind corner is an accident waiting to happen.

Leave it as it is. It works and is safe for all.

Make East of 7W on leash only so beachgoers without dogs can enjoy the area, and keep West of 7W off leash under effective control.

Are the residents of Aldebaran Road aware that the beach end of their street will be full of

For our terms and conditions please Dave Partridge (coach): “Being apart of the club and giving back to the community.” cars reversing and jockeying for parks whilst the car park off the street at 7W is empty ?

I urge all concerned residents and dog owners to fill out the survey at the Barwon Coast website or from the Barwon coast FB page Keith Lloyd, Ocean Grove

Remember them, too On November 11, we marked or commemorated the end of World War 1 (1914-18) with Remembrance Day, originally Armistice Day. More than 60,000 Australian servicemen and women lost their lives during this conflict.

About 14% of those who served in the Great War. It is said that barely a family in this country was unaffected by these horrendous losses.

However, there were other significant casualties which are barely given a second thought.

The loss of the more than 136,000 Australian horses (Walers - named after NSW where many were bred)) sent overseas to various areas of conflict.

Reusable trays Take-home bleaching gel

They carried our troops (Light Horse) and our those of our allies.

They hauled our ordnance (artillery) through the deserts of the Middle East and beyond.

Yet only one was allowed to return to Australia, for various reasons, after the end of hostilities.

The mount of the courageous and principled Commander of the Australian Imperial Force (AIF), Major General William Bridges, who was killed on Gallipoli.

His horse (Sandy) survived because Bridges, a horse lover, would not allow horses to land as he could see that they would be slaughtered by Turkish artillery and snipers in the narrow defiles of the (Gallipoli) Peninsula.

The horse's body can be viewed in the War Museum in Canberra.

It is high time that their service to this country was also officially marked during commemoration ceremonies on this day. It is never too late to rectify the omissions of the past.

Michael J Gamble, Belmont

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If you would like your child/children aged 1 to 10 years to receive a personal letter from Santa get them to write to: Santa C/- Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club, PO Box 229 OG 3226

Please place child’s name and address on back of envelope. This is a community service provided by the Lions Club of Ocean Grove/Barwon Heads. Closing date for letter is Monday 16th December.

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Sassy sisters

The Australasian 21st Century Blues Brothers Tribute is coming to Curlewis Golf Club.

Tail feather shake They've got a full packet of cigarettes, half a tank of gas, sunglasses on, and they're on a mission from God. . .

Get set to shake your tail feather!

Curlewis Golf Club will be hosting a nationally acclaimed tribute to the cult movie sensation The Australasian 21st Century Blues Brothers Tribute, on Friday 6 December.

The finale 2019 event in the quarterly sell out Curlewis Clubhouse Soiree series will showcase the emotionally charged journey of one of the world's most loved cult movies and

music of all time.

As always, the Clubhouse Soiree will also include a sumptuous three-course dinner prepared by Head Chef Tara Thyer and team.

In re-creating the sounds and theatrical antics that have rocked generations, The Australasian 21st Century Blues Brothers Tribute promises a fabulous journey with a unique twist and lots of additional songs along with all the old favourites you know and love.

Relive classic and timeless hits including Minnie the Moocher, Everybody needs some-

body, Think, Gimme some Lovin', Proud Mary, Soul Man, Chain of Fools, Hold On I'm Coming, Shake your Tail Feather, Nutbush to mention just a few.

Limited tickets to The Australasian Blues Brothers Tribute are available via Curlewis Golf Club 5251 111 (Option 2 - Bistro & Reservations) or online via curlewisgolf.com.au.

Pricing for the three course Dinner and Show is $80 for Curlewis Members or $85 for non-members. Drinks are available at bar prices.

Add some sass into your festive season 10.30am Tuesday 3 December when Sassy heads to the Potato Shed with A Sassy Christmas.

A four-piece band, Sassy features three sisters Gayle, Linda and Shelley with Gary adding the fourth part of the soaring harmonies they are famous for.

All four have been entertaining audiences since they were teenagers; Gary can play everything from rock and pop to jazz, country and soul.Stevie Wonder, The Pointer Sisters, The Bee Gees, The Four Seasons, Abba and Christmas carols are just some of the artists that Sassy cover to get you into the festive spirit Whether you are after smooth dinner music, sensual soul numbers or simply want to dance till your feet can't take any more, Sassy will take you there.

Bring along your best singing voices and join in with some songs of the season and be prepared to kick up your heels as you are always welcome to dance with Sassy.

Tickets $17 include refreshments from Baker's Delight Drysdale.

Book at geelongaustralia.com.au/potatoshed or phone 5251 1998.

Sisters Gayle, Linda and Shelley with Gary form Sassy and will be at the Potato Shed.

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WHAT’S ON Music/live events Barwon Heads Hotel Check Barwon Heads Hotel on Facebook for the latest.

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

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

Barwon Heads Community Hall 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.

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

Ocean Grove Callisthenics, Ocean Grove Recreation Hall Calisthenics classes incorporating dance, song, ballet and gymnastics with strength and creativity. 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove Recreation Hall. Contact oceangrovecalisthenics@gmail.com Senior Citizens Hall Ocean Grove Monday 9.15am Gentle low impact exercise to music for 55 to whatever. All fitness levels and ages. Everyone welcome. Phone Marg on 0407-244 767.

Thursday 1pm, Craft Group.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Carpet Bowls Indoor carpet bowls starting 4 February. Meet new friends and play a friendly game of bowls.

All ages welcome. Parks Hall, Portarlington.

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

Shell Road Sports Pavilion. Bryan Olsen 5255 1821.

Bellarine for Refugees, Meeting at the Community Garden, Barwon Heads on Tuesday 29 October 2.45pm. New members welcome. Any enquiries to Rosemary, bellarine4r@gmail.com .

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 0426-889 456.

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

Wednesdays 10.30am - Toddlertime.

Thursdays 11.30am, Babytime - Nursery Verses.

Mondays 10.30am - Preschool Storytime.

Third Tuesday of month 2.30pm-3.30pm, book chat for adults. Visit www.geelong libraries.vic.gov.au Bellarine Training and Community Hub Program with a range of courses, classes and fun activities. Phone 5255 4294.

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Well Women's Clinics at Ocean Grove, Portarlington and Point Lonsdale Staffed by qualified registered nurses: pap tests, breast health advice and checks, menopause and contraception advice. Appointments (free) phone 5258 0812. Tuesday 6.15pm, Wednesday 9.30am, 11am, 6.30pm, Saturday 8am. History

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Ian 5256 2242 or Peter 0400 093 831.

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

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

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

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

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

Springs TOWN Club Inc (Take Off Weight Naturally), Drysdale, every Monday, 9am to 11am at Drysdale Uniting Church Hall. Jan o403 221 737 or 5255 3839.

First Monday of every month Bellarine Fly Fishing Association, 7.30pm, Geelong East Men's Shed, Coppards Rd, East Geelong at 7.30pm. Warwick Hansen 0419 563 904, Dave Davies 0419 998 781 or email bffa@ hotmail.com. Fly tying 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 St. Dianne 0422 134 810.

Ocean Grove-Surfside Mixed Probus Club, 10.30am, Ocean Grove Bowling Club. Visitors welcome, Graeme 0428-500 462, surfsideprobus.org.au Bellarine Fly Fishing Association, 7.30pm, Shannon Park, Shannon Ave, Newtown. Pat 0414 959 248 or Bruce 0407 361 319 or bffa@hotmail.com

Fourth Monday of every month

Bellarine Peninsula Take off Weight Naturally (TOWN) Club meets Tuesday nights, 5.30 pm, at Old Ocean Grove Football Clubrooms, Draper St Ocean Grove. Mob: 0428 584 663 or 0421 789 296.

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. Jo on 5254 2670.

Ocean Grove Chess Club, Tuesdays 7pm to 9pm, $2.50 per session. 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, free cuppa and a chat. 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. Ian 5256 2242 or Peter 0400 093 831.

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

Barwon Heads Chorale, 7.30pm, at the Anglican Church Barwon Heads. All abilities welcome for a sing and a laugh. Jo 5254 2670.

Second Tuesday of month National Seniors Bellarine Peninsula Branch meets at St James Church Hall, Collins St, Drysdale, 2pm-4pm. Guest speaker each meeting.

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

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. 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. 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. Pam 5255 5152.

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

Fourth Wednesday of every month

First and third Tuesday of every month

Ocean Grove Angling Club, 7.30pm, Minerva Close sporting oval clubhouse. Phone Gary 0408-812 438.Ocean Grove Evening VIEW Club, 6.30pm, Ocean Grove Bowling Club. June Hansen 0422 142 882 for information.

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

Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club, 7pm, Barwon Heads Senior Citizens Club, 5A Clifford Pde, Barwon Heads. New Lions welcome. Phone

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

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Last Thursday of every month Ocean Grove Coastcare, 7pm, Ocean Grove Bowling Club. Environmental activities to protect the coastline. 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. Julie Rodger 0435 362 573.

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

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

Saturdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 3pm-5pm, Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue. 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 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 Cafe boasts a slick new outdoors area.

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The same good food and customer service remains at Groove Cafe.

A groovy new look You'll notice something different at Groove Cafe these days.

The popular Wallington Road cafe has had a facelift and it's looks great.

Customers can now enjoy the freshly renovated outdoor area, which boasts new fencing, plants and umbrellas and there's a fresh new look inside too.

But the same old good food and service remains.

It's the same fun and friendly welcome you receive when you walk into Tony and Ivy's family-owned eatery.

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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And the Voice can vouch personally for Groove's burgers.

Choose between several variations of burgers from the Groove, the Big Groove, Spicy Red, Veggie, Spicy Chicken, Groove Kitchen or Kids burgers.

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

YOUR COZY LOCAL Great food Great coffee Great people

Hot Jaffles Fresh Juices Delicious Smoothies Refreshing Fruit Ice Crushes Milkshakes Take away or eat in

Award winning pies and sausage rolls Delicious homemade takeaway meals Kids play area Great coffee

Delicious Mexican Burrito bowls and Street Tacos

Located in Trak Arcade

CHILD FRIENDLY & DOG FRIENDLY WITH GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE PLENTY OF PARKING OPEN FROM 8AM 7 DAYS A WEEK

OCEAN GROVE FRESH FRUIT Shop 9 73 The Terrace, Ocean Grove 3226 Ph 5255 3599 sales@oceangrovefruit.com.au New fresh Organic produce, juice bar and cafe now open Bridge Rd, Barwon Heads 56 Wallington Rd, Ocean Grove

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Everything catered for For over six years The Driftwood Cafe has been serving wonderful home cooked food with a friendly smile to locals and tourists alike and has become an Ocean Grove institution. Serving great coffee, generous, fresh food in a relaxed atmosphere, The Driftwood is the place to come with friends, family or to enjoy your next function.

The Driftwood not only serves up delicious all day breakfasts, lunches and dinners (Friday and Saturday nights) but also caters for functions, big and small.

There are three distinct spaces within the cafe to choose from or the entire venue for larger groups, or if you want the Driftwood experience in your space, they are happy to come to you.

In recent years, The Driftwood has catered for many outside events from intimate sitdown dinners or canape parties to large-scale weddings and even a birthday bash in the middle of a field, complete with mobile espresso machine.

Using only the best of local and seasonal produce The Driftwood Cafe will create a menu and take care of all details according to your needs.

The Driftwood philosophy has always embraced environmental concerns and they are constantly striving to do better, they even ensure all waste from outside catering is recycled or composted.

If you are planning an event for Christmas, a birthday or your dream wedding, drop by The Driftwood.

Darren, Carolyn and Eden Gregory are excited about the summer season ahead for Barwon Heads Greengrocer.

Greengrocer a massive hit

The ever-popular Driftwood Cafe is something of a local institution.

Picture: REBECCA HOSKING They would be happy to talk over your needs and help to make your event one to remember.

Barwon Heads Greengrocer is now open.

The team at Ocean Grove Fruit Crew are excited to give the people of Barwon Heads a genuine greengrocer option.

On Bridge Road, near the roundabout, Barwon Heads Greengrocer has the full Mexican and juice bar menu just like Ocean Grove Fruit Crew, but also does coffee (from Micro Coffee Roasters in Torquay).

There's a gluten-free grocery range now in both stores and organic and conventional fruit and veg.

Barwon Heads Greengrocer is open seven days a week and has a picturesque outdoor seating area out the front.

The Gregorys jumped at the chance to take over the spot in Barwon Heads to open up their greengrocer shop.

They are well known in Ocean Grove, run-

ning the popular Ocean Grove Fruit Crew, known for its fresh fruit and veg.

The local and family owned business at Park Lane in the Grove has the largest range of fresh organic produce in the region.

As certified organic farmers themselves, the Gregorys know a thing or two about organic fruit and veg.

Darren and Carolyn Gregory have an organic farm at Connewarre and use as much of the produce from there as they can.

The organic section is proving to be popular with locals who want fresh organic produce.

The organic section is seriously impressive and is growing all the time.

Ocean Grove Fruit Crew has eliminated the use of disposal plastic bags and waste has been halved.

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No need to travel to town

Party heaven at local Chook Shop

Why travel into Geelong to shop when everything is right here at your doorstep?

Local retailers are run by locals and rely on your support.

In turn you receive the best in customer service by shopping locally.

Ocean Grove has a huge range of shopping options from fashion, hardware, food and drink, wellness, kids’ toys, hairdressing, arts and crafts, knick-knacks ... just to scratch the surface.

Free parking is a bonus.

Why not do your Christmas shopping here?

Birthday presents ... all here.

Spending locally ensures your dollars stay in the community.

There’s no need to travel all the way into town, pay for parking and jostle with the crowds.

Shopping locally is stress free.

So get going and shop locally.

See page 8 for details on Christmas in the Grove, a street party to celebrate spending your money locally.

Have you ever been to the Piping Hot Chicken and Burger Grill and thought it would make a great venue for a private function?

A milestone birthday perhaps?

Imagine celebrating a 40th or 50th birthday here!

Well, now you can hire out the entire venue for your own enjoyment.

Yes, Ocean Grove’s very own iconic and quirky ‘Chook Shop’ is now available for your next function.

What a great place for a birthday party or Christmas function.

Live music is available and you can tailor make your own menu from finger food to the scrumptious traditional burgers that Piping Hot is famous for.

The Chook Shop is fully licensed and can hold 100 of your dearest friends and family.

Call them on 5255 1566, email piping hotchicken@gmail.com or call in at 63 The Terrace, Ocean Grove.

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15 years for team Come in and see the friendly staff at Direct Chemist Outlet Ocean Grove.

Let them help you with all of your pharmacy needs.

The team keeps a broad range of products at very competitive prices.

Our motto is: "Live healthier! Live longer!"

This month we celebrate the fact that Direct Chemist Outlet Ocean Grove, in the Marketplace shopping centre, has been open 15 years.

"I want to take the time to thank all of the staff who work here for their hard work and willingness to help other people," owner and manager Matt Pittwood says.

"We have three staff members who have been working here since 2004 who have clocked up 15 years' service."

"Carole Garra, Bernie Peterson and Ann Rantall, it is particularly amazing to see how many people they know and connect with in the local area.

"Having staff who have been performing their roles in such a fantastic way for such a long period of time and still continue to do so has been a fantastic asset and resource for the business and I am sure that customers will continue to see their friendly faces and benefit from their knowledge for many more years to come."

Matt Pittwood also owns St Leonards pharmacy and is a consultant pharmacist, so outside of the pharmacy, he does home medication reviews and volunteers to do cardiac medication talks for Bellarine Community Health's Cardiac rehabilitation course.

Matt trained at the University of South Australia in Adelaide and has been registered and practicing since 1995.

As well as working as a community pharmacist he has also served as a pharmacist in

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Bronze for Jackson with monster throw

By Justin Flynn Fresh from a bronze medal at the World Para Athletics Championships in Dubai, Marty Jackson has his sights set on the Tokyo Olympics.

Jackson, 41, threw a personal best in the F38 shot put to clinch a bronze medal, while his good friend Cam Crombie took out the gold.

It's another stunning chapter in Jackson's sporting profile.

He has representative honours with Geelong Buccaneers American football club and is a member of the club's 'Ring of Champions'.

Jackson has also represented Australia in para ice hockey in Finland and his shot put record is outstanding.

However, it's not shot put that Jackson will turn his attention to.

The F38 shot put event will not feature in Tokyo. Instead Jackson and Crombie will try to make the games via the javelin.

Jackson sustained a freak leg injury while playing for the Buccaneers which left him with sensory ataxia/loss of proprioception and partial paralysis lower left leg.

"Looking forward to Tokyo, but I will need to make the transition to javelin," Jackson told the Voice.

"Unfortunately the men's F38 shot put has not been included as a medal event. While the transition to jav will be difficult and the task of making next year's team is huge, I just can't sit on the couch watching my teammates knowing that I didn't have a red hot crack."

Jackson's training regime and attitude to overcoming adversity is well known among his peers.

"With three fellow Aussies already ahead of me in Jayden Sawyer, Cam Crombie and the newly crowned world champion and world record holder, Corey Anderson, the job of making the team will be an uphill battle," he said.

"The boys know how hard I work so at the very least I will push the boys to work harder and see Australia rewarded come Tokyo next year."

Hannah Churchill aged 8, moved to Ocean Grove with her Dad Leigh, Mum Jackie and younger brother from Traralgon at the start of the year.

Hannah keen to get started

The moment when Marty Jackson knew all the hard work had paid off.

Pictures: ATHLETICS AUSTRALIA But for now, the bronze medal moment will be something to savour for a while yet.

"This world championship bronze means the world to me," he said.

"It's reward for commitment and hard work. Most of all it's reward for self-belief."

Going into the final round of the event, Jackson was in fourth place and knew he had to dig deep.

"It was all or nothing - I knew I had done the work and truly trusted and believed in everything my coach, John Eden and I had worked on.," he said.

"My fourth round throw saw me pop out a huge PB of 15.14m (76cm better than anything he had thrown before).

"This World Championship Bronze is definitely my biggest sporting achievement by far."

Marty Jackson (bronze) and Cam Crombie (gold) celebrate their achievements in the F38 shot put event at the World Para Athletics Championships in Dubai.

Nippers’ coaching personnel expanding

By Mark Heenan The increased popularity in Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club's Nipper program has seen the club need to expand its adult water safety and coach personnel.

A three-week intensive bronze medallion lifesaving course at Ocean Grove SLSC which began on 17 October and finished on 9 November has allowed adult ratios to assist the club's booming junior growth on the beach.

Around 23 of the 32 registered personnel which completed their bronze medallion course now operate as first-year water safety and coach volunteers on Friday evenings and Sundays during Nipper Surf Sport training.

Participants tested themselves in all types of conditions with strong winds and big surf and had 33 contact hours.

Requirements included a 200m run/swim/ run, board and tube rescue, signals, complete patrol scenarios, first aid, resuscitation, oxygen therapy and defibrillation and theory assessment which involved 33 contact hours.

"They are now fully-fledged lifesavers," said OGSLSC head trainer Amenah McDonald.

"Very proud of all the Nipper parents who put themselves out of their comfort zones and now have utter respect for what their kids do."

Among the new surf coaches is Dave Partridge, an Englishman, and Mark Tolley, while new water safety personnel Cara Johnson and Glen Kempe have also joined Nipper Surf Sport training.

It was a special moment for Partridge who arrived in Australia two years ago and could not swim.

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Hannah Churchill, aged 8, moved to Ocean Grove with her Dad Leigh, Mum Jackie and young brother from Traralgon at the start of the year.

She became interested in joining the Nipper Program watching Nippers training at the beach over summer and talking with new friends at Surfside Primary School. Hannah took up the challenge to learn to swim 25 metres over the winter to be ready to start Nippers at the start of October.

With school friends in the Under 9s, she is starting to learn about surf awareness and beach safety.

She will learn board paddling, beach sprints and all aspects of beach safety.

Hannah said she most enjoys the free swimming and running at this stage.

Parents Leigh and Jackie are keen to support Hannah to make new friends and be active and enjoy the beach safely.

They enjoyed the introductory Nipper parent night at the club and meeting other parents at training on Friday nights and Sunday mornings.

The whole family is looking forward to the social occasions at the club over the summer in the wonderful new club rooms.

Prospective members are welcome to contact the office or visit the Ocean Grove SLSC website oceangroveslsc.asn.au/ or email admin@oceangroveslsc.asn.au for more information.

OGSLSC welcomes Woolworths as new sponsor Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club Administrator Anna McDonald recently welcomed new Woolworths Kingston Village's Store Manager Lynda Missen to the club.

Woolworths provided generous financial support for the club as part of their community partnership program and will be recognised as a silver Sponsor.

New Sponsors are always welcome.

Their support includes gift cards for winners of the open men's and open women's races in the club's 40th RT Edgar, AWA Alliance Bank Rip to River Classic major fundraising event.

Registrations are now open for the iconic Rip to River Classic event held on Saturday 28 December, via the club website's events page.

New water safety and coaches are helping ratios at the Ocean Grove SLSC with its booming Nipper growth. worked really hard to get his bronze this year," McDonald said.

OGSLSC junior activities committee member Peter Walsh said the 40 per cent increase in Nipper numbers for Surf Sport training in 2019/20 meant there was a high need for adult supervision.

This season the average Nipper attendances is at a whopping 155 per session.

"The more numbers we have on the beach the more helpers we need to make sure our kids

are getting in the water," Walsh told the Voice.

Walsh said with Surf Sport training reaching numbers of 150 plus it means there can be up to 50 combined coaches and water safety personnel providing adult supervision to club juniors.

He said there was an emphasis on introducing new families and parent helpers to assist with first-time Nippers.

"That's been our big focus is new families," he said.

Woolworths Lynda Missen and OGSLSC Anna McDonald. oceangrovevoice.com.au

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‘Miracle’ result for Grove One would need to go back through the record books to determine if Ocean Grove's Division Eight teams 117-shot win was the biggest in club history or even in the Geelong Bowls Region.

If you were reading the overall scores you would question whether a mistake had been made or even a misprint but the 12-player team dominated proceedings on their own green.

Ian Walker, Marene Turnley, Pat Culton and Graeme Constable returned to the scales with a 44-15 margin while Kevin Richards, Lindsay Williams, Martin VanDoren and Reg Hungerford fell only two short of the half century winning 48-9.

Ruth Barker, Ray Foley, Heather Quilty and skipper Albert Touwslager raised the bat when they hit the 50 mark before finally recording the biggest win of the day in a massive 53-4.

Saturday Pennant teams enjoyed a good day out in regards to success on the greens however probably not so good in reference to the weather.

Premier Division One altered its match from Saturday afternoon to travel into Highton on Friday Night. Luckily the weather held on in what was not ideal playing conditions. Cheyne Verrier, Owen Clark, Grant McLaren and Mick West shone brightly recording the match winning 26-shot win finally returning their card 36-10.

Matt Flapper (plus 13) was the second rink to get the points on the night while Will Collihole's rink settled for a 20-20 tie. With two ends to play in the overall match it was a case of 'lights out at Waverley' instead this time it was Highton Bowls Club.

Brad Pavey was left to return to the green after the power came back on and had to settle for Highton's Jeremy Fitzgerald to play a bomb to steal the match points by one. The 15 points was a great return from their previous loss to Eastern Park.

Drizzle and single figure temperatures greeted the teams on Saturday as they took to the greens for round 6.

Ocean Grove's Premier Division Two entered its match against Torquay with a little bit of confidence despite not yet to register a win.

Not much separated the two teams throughout the day with only a handful of shots in the game. The home side got out to approximately 15 in front at the 80-end mark before a resurgence from Torquay got the margin back to two with a handful of ends to play.

Marg Carroll, Steve Parry, Faye Richardson in game 300 and Brian Smith carded a four on their last end which was enough for Garry Bowyers team to defend in the final two ends.

Smith eight-shot winners while Gary Burkett carded a 24-15 win for the Premier Div newcomers to take their first lot of match points.

Chris Harling, Carol Howarth, Paul Barker and Trevor Turnley showed their class at home providing the backbone to the overall 29-shot win against Geelong RSL. With 40-10 in favour of Turnley enough to cover the Andrew Wright team on this occasion while two further rink wins to Geoff Fry and John Izzard had the home side walking away with 16 points.

David Stonehouse led his side of Dave Mackay, Barry Hair, and Patricia Virtue to a convincing 33-15 win in Division Three.

Jo Whitehead came in for the week and did not disappoint winning the rink 25-14. Noel Sherwell added the third rink win by seven in the side's 32-shot win at Highton.

Sandra Murphy, Tom Henderson and Peter Kuschert had firm grips on the overall match points when they met with Clifton Springs at

Ocean Grove Division Two Lead Chris Harling in action. 200808

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Lindsay Williams in action in Division 8 against Belmont 9 on C Green. 200808

Ocean Grove 2’s Dave Connell bowls and tries to keep warm in the colder conditions against Torquay in Premier Division. 200808

Anne Way sends her bowl down in the Division Five clash against Clifton Springs. 200808

Club Grove Division 8 Skipper Reg Hungerford sends his bowl down in Ocean Grove’s big win over Belmont 9 on C Green. 200808

home. Two rinks on each of the grass greens certainly did not distract the teams as they run out overall winners by 21 shots.

A late reversal in the draw for Division Ten luckily failed to rattle the Ocean Grove side as they made their way out to Lara. With an extra passenger in the car on this occasion the side skipped by Trish O'Brien and Alex Cook controlled the day also returning an overall win by 21.

John Forde was a late call up helping out Lara to fill their side on the day.

The only blemish on the overall scorecard for the day came as no surprise as it's never an easy task heading into Geelong RSL especially with added weather challenges. The RSL side proved too strong on the day against Ocean Grove's Division Six side.

Midweek Pennant

Midweek Pennant returned to the greens for round seven after wet weather played havoc last week.

Only one Ocean Grove side managed to complete its match.

Division Three got the most out of their day as they put a convincing win on the board.

Doug Gorwell, John McConville, Sue Gorwell and Sandra Murphy were the biggest winner on the day 32-14 while Joyce Fraser controlled her team beautifully to finish 26-15.

GBR Fours Three Ocean Grove teams will battle it out for glory in the GBR Men's and Ladies Fours.

A date for the finals is yet to be conformed but Lorraine Oliver, Lorraine Hunt, Pauline Almond and Marlene Sutton will contest the final against Torquay's Karen Harrington.

The men's event will be won by Ocean

Grove but which team is yet to be confirmed.

Dave Connell, Garry Bowyer, Alan Callow and Brian Smith will take on Craig Rippon, Cal Hanna, Mick West and Matt Flapper.

BPL Action This week in Brisbane the Bowls Premier League will kick off with eight teams competing.

Ocean Grove's Matt Flapper will return to the Melbourne Roys alongside Commonwealth Games gold medallists Aaron Wilson and Carla Krizanic.

In conjunction to the BPL the second instalment of the BPL Cup will be played and Ocean Grove will also feature in this event.

Craig Rippon, Brad Pavey, Mick West and Flapper will compete against 15 other teams from across Australia all trying to claim honours as a National Champion.

Deserved honour for netball stalwart Gill

By Mark Heenan Gill Hodgson is Ocean Grove Football Netball Club's newest life member.

Gill's involvement in the netball program has spanned across three decades as a player, coach, supporter and voluntary administrator.

She joined the Grubbers in the early 1990s and played in a premiership.

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and was a runner-up in the league B&F. At the time Gill began coaching Under 15s netball in 1992 and 1993, she became one of the founding members of the netball committee in the 1990s.

"It was a lot of fun and certainly an essential part of community," Gill told the Voice.

"But it was smaller, so everybody knew everybody else."

Gill returned to the club in 2009 and went

back to coaching juniors.

She joined the netball sub-committee in 2011 and also spent time as junior netball coordinator.

In 2014, Gill took on the Grubbers' biggest netball administrator role where she spent three seasons as director of netball.

She oversaw Ocean Grove Netball Club's transformation from the outdated Draper Street to the state-of-the-art Shell Road complex.

Gill Hodgson was inducted as a life member at last month’s Ocean Grove Football Netball Club AGM for contributions to the Grubbers netball program. 200888 Picture: MARK HEENAN MEDIA Wednesday, 20 November, 2019

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Dennis takes over at Grove Cobras

By Mark Heenan Ocean Grove Cobras Junior Football Club has elected Dennis Hateley as its new president.

Hateley, the Cobras junior footy vice-president in 2019, takes the reins from Shaun Stow, who served for three years.

Stow will stay on as vice-president.

Hateley and Stow will join existing football director Cameron McGregor, new secretary Shaan Briggs and new treasurer Graeme Phipps on the club's new committee for 2020.

The Cobras confirmed they had a succession plan with Stow indicating he would step aside from role as president 12 months ago.

Hateley, who volunteered on the club's general committee for two years and assisted with co-ordinating the Cobras' Auskick program, praised the work of volunteer parents in 2019 and Stow as president.

"There are a lot of parents that are willing to contribute and help out with their kids sport," Hateley told the Voice.

"A lot of them if you ask for help you will

get it and that's the thing that makes our job a lot easier.

"Shaun has done an awesome job, I think probably some of the key things that have come through Shaun's leadership has been that strategic thinking and that push and eagerness for a very good club into a great club."

Ocean Grove Cobras which fielded 16 junior teams in 2019, made a total net profit of $5,999.72 according to its annual general report.

NUMBERS at the Cobras will continue to grow next season with the introduction of junior girls' football.

The Cobras will field Ocean Grove Cobra boys teams in Under 9s, Under 10s, Under 11s and Under 13s and Under 10s and Under 12s girls teams.

"It will be exciting and good to see having the girls part of our program but in saying that it is part of the wider program," Hateley said.

The club has have sent out an expression for junior coaches. Contact Cameron McGregor on cameron@mcgregorsc.com.au.

By Mark Heenan

Dennis Hateley took the reins as Ocean Grove Cobras Junior Football Club president from Shaun Stow.

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Wallabies reaching for the record books Wallington dismissed Newcomb for just 25 in one of the most amazing bowling performances in the club's history.

What took place in defence of the Wallabies' first innings score of 9/181 (Daniel Harrison 55, Cal O'Brien 45, Jack Cusden 27) rewrote a number of BPCA records.

The Bulls making a paltry 25 all out led by Mick Gill with 5/8 and Jackson Kent 3/8.

It was the lowest score ever conceded in an A grade game by Wallington, while it was also the Bulls' lowest score in the top flight. The win allowed the Wallabies jump into the top four.

In round 6 Wallington took on Little River in A2 Grade and batting first, wickets fell at regular intervals to be all out for 79.

Little River took the points with a 56-run opening stand and taking four late wickets was a very small consolation in a disappointing effort.

Damien Priddle took two wickets to have a reasonable overall game.

Marc Occhipinti attempts to play a leg side shot while Greg Scarpa waits for a chance behind the stumps. 200743 Picture: MARK HEENAN MEDIA C grade took on Little River in round 4 and at 1/63 off 20 overs, the Redbacks were well placed.

The Wallaby bowlers found renewed vigour after the drinks break to restrict Little River to

7/117 off 40 overs. Shane McFeeters took 3/24 while Marc Occhipinti chipped in with 2/12.

The top order made slow and steady progress in the run chase and at 2/80, looked well placed to register a win.

An epic collapse saw the Wallabies fall to 6/81 and then all out for 104.

Wallington took on Ocean Grove the following round and the Grubbers made 6/143 with Dale Palmer picking up two wickets.

A bright start quickly turned into 3/41 and Wallington was on the back foot.

However with Occhipinti (31) and Tony Jones (30) ticking over the scoring, the Wallabies were well placed at 3/95 after 22 overs but another batting collapse saw the Wallabies fall seven runs short.

Despite being winless, Wallington has lost four games in which it was in a winning position late in matches.

Derby clash ends with a mountain of runs

By Mark Heenan Ocean Grove overcame a batting challenge from Collendina to win a high scoring one-day clash by three wickets.

The Round 5 match was re-scheduled as a one-day fixture after play was abandoned on November 2 due to weather.

The Cobras recovered after a slow start and opener Kade Norquay (70) shared in a vital 63run second-wicket partnership with Sam Beasley (13).

Ben Ricardo (69 not out) found his groove and shared in a 59-run third wicket stand with Norquay before the opener was dismissed.

Ricardo then shared in an unbroken 98-run fourth wicket stand with young Cobra Max Sutton (51 not out) who also notched up a half century.

The Cobras posted 3/222.

"Our batting has been pretty solid most of the year, often posting competitive scores," stand in Collendina A1 captain Ben Ricardo said.

"Kade Norquay has been really good for us at the top of the order and Max Sutton has taken his batting to the next level which is really pleasing."

The Grubbers found it hard to curtail the Cobras' run rate under five runs an over in cold and windy conditions at Shell Road.

Ocean Grove captain coach Paul Jubber said he expected the Cobras to throw down a challenge.

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Max Sutton plays a cut shot in his innings of 51 not out against Ocean Grove. 200743 Pictures: MARK HEENAN MEDIA "Given the rivalry between the clubs no matter what the ladder position of the two clubs, the contest is always a hard-fought affair," Jubber said.

"Given the ground size, most opposition teams have scored 200 plus against us most weeks."

In reply Ocean Grove got off to a fast start, Lindon Giuffrida (37) was promoted to opener and shared in a 70-run opening stand with Huon Bertino (47).

It was inexperienced Cobra bowling attack without Jye Hearps and Nathan Walter (knee injury).

"First 10-15 overs in the field were unfortunately our downfall," Ricardo said.

"Too many loose deliveries and it just gave Ocean Grove too good (of) a platform to launch from with wickets in hand."

Once Grubber top order wickets fell, Sam Beasley (3/37) and Scott Grant (3/35) took scalps at regular intervals.

Scholtz hits 98 as Grove pile on runs

Kane Montgomery took 3 for 25 from eight overs with the ball against Wallington in C Grade. 200743

Michael Thornton chases the ball. 200743 "Sam Beasley took some big steps forward and it will give him a lot of confidence for the rest of the season," Ricardo said.

Meantime Grubber youngster Fletcher Long top scored with 49, while Dan Roddis (23) showed great resilience to steer his side to victory.

The Grubbers won with nine balls to spare.

A superb knock from Ocean Grove assistant coach Anton Scholtz put the Grubbers in a strong position at stumps against Jan Juc. Scholtz smashed 15 boundaries in his innings of 98 in Ocean Grove's total of 286 from 73 overs.

It was Scholtz's highest score since he joined the Grubbers last season.

Ocean Grove trio Fletcher Long (26), Lindon Giuffrida (35) and Dan Roddis (21 not out) all made handy contributions.

Jan Juc bowler Nick Smith snared 3/73 from 22 overs.

Both Ocean Grove and Jan Juc continue to jostle for a top-two spot.

Jan Juc defeated Ocean Grove at Ocean Grove by 25 runs in Round 1.

IN B1, Ocean Grove made 9/160 from 75 overs against Jan Juc at Ray Menzies Memorial Oval.

Jan Juc's Jack Wyeth finished with 4/22 from 14 overs.

IN C1, Jan Juc requires 188 runs for victory after it dismissed Ocean Grove for 205 from 55 overs at Bellbrae Park Reserve.

Troy Wiseman (39) and Greg Scarpa (32) were the top run scorers.

Jan Juc was 0/17 from four overs at stumps.

OCEAN Grove (9/158) and Collendina's (7/158) D Grade one-day competition clash was a tie at Ocean Grove Memorial Recreation Reserve.

Grove's Charlie Larsen (66 not out) and Dina's Peter Mohr (47) the best performers.

MEANTIME former Grubber cricketer Jackson Kent is expected to return Ocean Grove this season after he departed Wallington after five rounds.

Cobras bite back late

By Mark Heenan A bowling masterclass from gun Kangaroo Dale Kerr gave Anglesea the upper hand on day one against Collendina on 16 November.

Kerr, the BPCA A1 leading wicket-taker in 2019/20 with 21 wickets at 5.67, tore through the Cobra batting line-up to finish with 6/31 from 17 overs.

Collendina was bowled out for 104 from 53 overs.

Kade Norquay top scored with 21, while Anglesea's Brett Venables snared 2/3 from seven overs.

Collendina fought back at stumps having Anglesea 2/17 from 19 overs and needs a further 88 runs for victory.

Experienced Cobra bowler Jye Hearps, who was unavailable in Collendina's loss to Ocean Grove, took 2/8 from nine overs.

Hearps removed the dangerous Ned Cooper (1) and Stephen Jacimovic (0).

IN the C1 two-day game between Barwon Heads and Collendina, Seagull Ben McCredden smashed 139 in his side's total of 5/295.

Dave Treharne (2/82) and Daniel Worn (2/55) both took two wickets.

COLLENDINA requires 225 runs for victory against Barwon Heads.

Seagull openers Michael Moulton (93) and Roly Imhoff (88) shared in an 180-run first wicket stand in their C2 Grade side’s total of 5/224 from 60 overs.

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Nikki Cooke has been appointed the new senior netball coach at Ocean Grove. 200601

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Netball coach announced

By Mark Heenan New Ocean Grove senior netball club coach Nikki Cooke has made netball her career and life.

The 42-year-old's involvement in netball spans as a player, coach, supporter, and administrator with AFL Barwon and currently with Netball Victoria.

In November, Cooke was announced as Grubber senior netball coach for 2020 in a non-playing role after the club ended a twomonth search to find a replacement for outgoing coach Elyse Howard.

Howard who served a three year stint as playing coach, will remain with Ocean Grove Football Netball Club in 2020 after joining the club's general committee.

OGFNC noted Cooke's impressive netball credentials after her appointment.

"Nikki is a well-known netball presence in the Geelong region, through both her playing career at Bellarine Football Netball League and oceangrovevoice.com.au

Geelong Football Netball League level, and her work at AFL Barwon," OGFNC said in a club statement.

A former Leopold player and ex Drysdale netballer, Cooke said the opportunity to coach a local team had been good timing after her recent move to Ocean Grove.

"It was always something in the back of my mind, it was something as I was getting towards the end of my playing career I would definitely look at," said Cooke, a former Under 19s Drysdale coach.

"I enjoy the coaching side of and the development of the younger players.

"I just moved to Ocean Grove, so I was really keen to get involved in the community and give back in a sense and that's always been really important to me.

"A good way to get involved in the local community is to get involved in the local sporting club."

Cooke, a workforce development manager with Netball Victoria and who previously

worked as netball manager with AFL Barwon with BFNL and GFNL leagues, has played alongside and against A Grade Grubber players with her playing and captaincy roles with the Geelong Cougars.

"A lot of these girls in the A Grade side I have actually played with at (Geelong) Cougars or played against, there is only one or two I don't know," she said.

Cooke is keen to resume playing netball in the coming seasons after an ankle injury prevented her from taking the court for Leopold in 2019.

She finished in the top 10 in the GFNL B Grade league best and fairest in 2018 and was Leopold's highest vote getter in B Grade.

"Ideally I would like to get back on the court at some point and I won't be probably playing until 2021," she said.

THE 2019 netball season was one of the most successful seasons in the Grubbers' history.

Ocean Grove won the senior D Grade net-

ball title, three junior netball flags in 17/Under Division 2, 15/Under Division 2 and 13/Under Division 2.

"They (Ocean Grove) have had a pretty successful year this year and hopefully with just a little bit of tweaking they can be even more successful and continue that on," Cooke said.

"Ocean Grove have always been a strong club in their junior division and (has) a good development program."

Ocean Grove A Grade finished the regular season in third spot and lost finals to Geelong Amateur and Modewarre in successive weeks.

"We want to continue to improve," she said.

"I think ideally (in 2020) from what I have heard the girls will be definitely aiming for that grand final spot and think they would be disappointed if it was anything less than that."

IN other news, OGFNC ran a strategic planning workshop at Shell Road clubrooms on November 10 organised by sports administration company Terry Dillon Solutions.

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