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A vintage day out Bellarine Vintage Machinery Group (BVMG) held a successful September rally at Portarlington. Steam engines, tractors, a saw mill, sheep shearing, classic cars and motorcycles were just some of the attractions that greeted those who attended the event. BVMG is a not for profit organisation that aims to preserve, restore and display vintage machinery used in agriculture and industry. Event organiser and BVMG secretary Graeme Brown said people came from the Mornington Peninsula on the ferry for the event. There were 45 exhibitors and 85 vintage cars. Mr Brown said it was the first time sheep shearing had been featured and it was given a resounding thumbs up. “It was really successful because we had plenty of people there and everybody enjoyed themselves.” ■ For
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Daniel Elstone, 17, with his six horse power Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies portable steam engine (circa 1906). (Ivan Kemp) 300292_12
Road duplication boost Stage two of the Barwon Heads Road duplication would be funded with a $125 million commitment from the Liberal Party if it wins the November state election. The six-kilometre duplication between Marshall and Lower Duneed roads would begin in 2024. The four km stage one duplication between Settlement and Reserve roads is under way and will cost $365 million. Stage one involves raising part of the road to help prevent flooding, building a bridge over the railway crossing at Marshall and
intersection upgrades at Settlement Road and Breakwater Road. The Labor government has yet to commit to funding the second stage of the road duplication. This Liberal Party commitment will be delivered in partnership with the federal government, which previously committed $125 million towards the $250 million project. Stage two works would begin after stage one is completed by late 2023. Liberal candidate for Bellarine
Donnie Grigau said it was a much-needed road upgrade that will benefit the Bellarine. “The second stage of the Barwon Heads road duplication will make driving through the Armstrong Creek growth corridor easier and ultimately provide quicker travel times between Geelong and Barwon Heads for families and tourists,” he said. Opposition transport infrastructure spokesperson Matt Bach said stage two would create hundreds of local jobs during the construction period, while Liberal candidate
for South Barwon Andrew Katos said the road would mean better connections for families who are facing increased travel times and congestion. “Investing in this important project will mean a quicker and safer commutes for families in Armstrong Creek, Grovedale and Marshall.” Mr Katos said. “These communities are growing fast and if we don’t invest for that growth now, they will be left behind.” Labor candidate for Bellarine Alison Marchant was contacted for comment.
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