A meeting attended by Geelong council representatives and Victoria’s top cop could be the first step in addressing the community’s concerns about crime and publicsafety.
Councillor Trent Sullivan and City of Greater Geelong chief executive Ali Wastie met virtually with Victoria Police chief commissioner Mike Bush late last week as part of discussion convened by Regional CitiesVictoria(RCV).
Anallianceofthestate’s10largestregional cities, RCV representatives including Cr Sullivan and Ms Wastie shared a range of priority issues with Commissioner
Bush, such as the rise in youth crime and anti-socialbehaviourinpublicspaces.
The topics were particularly relevant to the Geelong community, with local concernsgrowingovertheongoingseriesof incidents endured by business owners and membersofthepublicinthecity’sCBD.
Representatives of the member councils discussed strengthening partnerships with Victoria Police, including daytime roles for protective services officers (PSOs) and adequate police staffing in growing regionalcentres.
They also sought advice on measures to protecttradersfromtheincreasingthreatof tobacco-related arson and theft in regional areas.
“We spoke with Victoria Police chief Commissioner Mike Bush about the rapid increase in regional crime, particularly youth crime, and flagged the need for an increaseinthenumberofmannedhoursat regionalpolicestations,”hesaid.
“We also requested an expansion to the PSO network to cover regional bus stations androutes.
“Chief commissioner Bush has committed to ongoing communications and visits to the regions, along with a review of the manned hours at regional stations, and I welcome these commitments.”
A Torquay woman is preparing to show the world what she’s got during an international triathlon in Spain.
Johanna Clark will fly to Marbella next month for the Ironman 70.3 World Championship, just a few weeks after competing in the UCI Gran Fondo World Cycling Championships in Lorne from 16 to 19 October.
Ms Clark, pictured in her racing gear, said she was looking forward to the competition and that triathlons were a great way to show her kids that they should never give up on their goals.
“As parents, we so often pour all of our energy into helping our children achieve their goals, but it’s just as important to keep chasing our own,” she said.
“My hope is that more women, in particular, will start seeking out adventures in our beautiful backyard and discover just how strong and alive it can make you feel.”
Turn to page 6 for the full story.
Police boss talks
RCV chair and Greater Shepparton mayor Cr Shane Sali said local leaders were hearing growing concerns from residents and businesses about escalating crime and safetyissues.
“Community safety is now one of the biggest concerns of our regional cities,” he said.
“Regional councils are on the frontline of rising crime. We’re ready to partner with police on prevention, but we need assurance that regional policing resources keep pace with the scale and complexity of whatwe’reseeingontheground.”
Cr Sali said RCV welcomed the chief commissioner’s “early engagement and commitmenttoaregionalfocus”.
A heartfelt reunion
By Jena Carr
There were plenty of hugs at Barwon Heads SoccerClubonFridaywhenJonPhillipsmet with the paramedics and bystanders who savedhislife.
The Barwon Heads man was playing soccerwiththeseniormen’steamon16May when he left the pitch complaining of chest pains.
Mr Phillips was then attended to by teammates-anddoctors-AndrewMarriott and Kazunori Nakajima and off-duty emergency doctor Jean Moller before the 54-year-oldwentintocardiacarrest.
“I was trying to pass the chest pains off like nothing was wrong, but they weren’t listening to me and then the pain just got worse and worse before I doubled over and justpassedout,”hesaid.
Mr Marriott, Ms Moller and bystander Carly Vanderzeil immediately jumped into action by performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and using the club’s automated external defibrillator (AED) until Ambulance Victoria (AV) paramedics arrived.
Five months later, on Friday 17 October, Mr Phillips reunited with the paramedics, firstrespondersandbystanderswhohelped savehislife.
“It was surreal and awkward, but it was great with lots of hugs, and it’s just a nice positivething,”hesaid.
“My ribs took a long time to heal because they were broken from the CPR, which is normal and in a funny way, the pain felt goodbecauseIcouldfeelit.
“I’m doing great now and that’s because everyone acted so quickly to help me, so I owe my life to my teammates and hope others take this as their sign to learn CPR andknowwheretheirnearestAEDis.”
Cardiac arrests can happen to anyone and at any time, with close to 21 people experiencing a cardiac arrest every day in Victoria,accordingtoAVdata.
Annual walk has a lot of heart
By Matt Hewson
The annual Two Feet & A Heartbeat walk is back this weekend to raise money and awareness for childhood-onset heart disease (CoHD).
Wild winds ruin Cup
Strong winds caused havoc at the Geelong Cup on Wednesday with the nine-race meetingabandonedafterthreeraces.
Punters were evacuated from all marquees at Geelong Racing Club and racing was halted at 2.15pm and eventually postponedaltogetherabout3pm.
The Bureau of Meteorology reported winds of about 50km/h at 3pm with gusts reachingmorethan80km/h.
“It’simportanttofirstrecogniseacardiac arrest and then call for help, perform early CPR and have early access to defibrillation, which probably helped lead to John’s successfuloutcome,”MsMollersaid.
“Between the three of us we did CPR for a good 15 minutes, including two to three shocks from the defibrillator, before John regained a cardiac output and consciousness,”MrMarriottsaid.
Advanced life support paramedic Sam Williams said it was important for people to understand what to do in the event of a cardiac arrest, as only one in 10 Victorians willsurvive.
“Victoria has the best cardiac survival ratesinAustraliaandamongthebestinthe world,andthat’sbecausepeoplearewilling to jump in and deliver lifesaving care when itmattersmost,”hesaid.
Lauren’s innovation is rewarded
AyoungwomanknownamongtheGeelong community as a passionate activist has received an environmental award for her work.
LaurenDillonwasawardedEnvironment Victoria’s youth innovation award for her effortsasacommunityorganiserwithinthe Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) Geelong and Geelong Renewables Not Gas (GRNG). Ms Dillon said it was “really exciting” to be a recipient of this year’s Community Environment Awards, with GRNG also receiving the group innovation award for its campaign against a proposed gasterminalinCorioBay.
“I’m so grateful that we both get to be recognised for some of our work in the environmentalfield,”shesaid.
“That campaign has been going for five yearsnow,andIjoinedthreeyearsago,and it’s really important that we have this space
toreflectonthatjourney.
“It’s wonderful to be recognised for some of the work that I put into the community recently, but I’m really excited that I get to shareitwithotherpeoplewhohaveworked alongsideme.”
Ms Dillon said her role in environmental advocacy started with her “simply saying yestoonespeechataclimaterally”.
“Ihadalwaysbeenquiteanervouskid,so thatwasabigstepforme,andthensuddenly people were interested in what I had to say, andthejourneyfoundme,”shesaid.
“I’mconstantlyblownawaybyhowmany people are interested in what we’re (GRNG and ACF) doing, and kindness is important in this work, which I get to experience in manyinteractions.”
Environment Victoria’s 2025 Community Environment Awards recipients were announcedinMelbourneon23October.
Australian charity HeartKids, which organises the event, encouraged people of all ages to walk 4km in honour of the four children lost each week to the disease or 8km for the eight babies born each day in Australia with a heartcondition.
The Geelong event takes place at 10.30am on Sunday 26 October alongElephantWalkinTorquay.
Angie Johnstone and Daniel Stewart, with their four children Brooklyn, Mason, Ava and Maliah, will be Heart Angel Family representative for the Geelong walk in memory of their son Xavier, who died from CoHD earlier this year at justunderthreemonthsofage.
Ms Johnstone said the support from HeartKids, both during Xavier’s time in hospital and after his passing, has been “a massive help”.
“Daniel was off work because we were basically living at the hospital every day, I wasn’t working, and we were travelling back and forth to keep the kids in some sort of a routinewithschool,”shesaid.
“HeartKidswereveryhelpfulwith things like fuel or food vouchers, which was really good at a time whenweneededhelp.
“At Christmas time HeartKids also organised a Santa to come up to the ward so we were able to get family Santa photos with Xavier. Thatwasquiteamazingandlovely.”
Visit heartkids.org.au to donate or sponsor a walker, or register to walkontheday.
Daniel Stewart and Angie Johnston with their children Brooklyn and Mason and 2-week-old Maliah. (Ivan Kemp) 511495_03
Hold onto your hat: Kate Sharkey and Sharon Winter at the Geelong Cup on Wednesday. (Ivan Kemp) 511336_06
Jon Phillips (front middle) with paramedics Michael Christodoulou, Sam Williams, Shannon Cefai, Tim Howes alongside teammates and first responders Andrew Marriott, Bec Dalton (front right) and Jean Moller with dog Jess. (Jena Carr) 511238_01
Experienced drivers needed
Geelong council has put out the call for experienced drivers to volunteer for the TAC L2P program.
WithavolunteershortfallinCorio,Lara, NorlaneandNorthGeelong,locallearners are waiting up to six months longer than driversintraininginotherpartsofGeelong to gain valuable experience on the road.
The free, community-based program matches learner drivers aged between 16 and 21 with a vehicle and a fully licensed mentor, helping them become safe and confident drivers.
Driver mentor Sylvia Brown said
Enjoy la belle vie at The Heights
By Matt Hewson
The Heights in Newtown will come alive with the sights, sounds and tastes of France this weekend when Le Festival Français returns.
The celebration of all things French will serve up a buffet of music, food, wine, language and culture, with market stalls and kids entertainment dotted throughout the gardens of the sprawling heritage homestead.
The event, running all day on Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 October, includes musical entertainment from local French gypsy jazz band Hot Club Swing, chanteuse extraordinaire Amie Brûlee and roving accordionist Lucy Riddett.
The fun doesn’t finish at sundown, with a special ticketed soiree on Saturday evening featuring Melbourne-based ensemble Langue de Chat performing their show French Musette and Chansons.
becoming a mentor had helped her find greater purpose in her life.
“Like in most things, when you invest your time and efforts into something you believe in, the rewards are tenfold,” Sylvia said.“Ihavealwaysenjoyedspendingtime with youth but being able to help them in a more tangible way and see the benefits of their learning and the development of their skills in driving is so rewarding.”
In the past year, 76 young drivers have passed their probationary licence test thanks to 110 volunteer mentors across Geelong.
DeputymayorRonNelsonsaidmentors neededtocommitonetotwohoursaweek to the L2P program.
“It’s vital that we increase volunteer numbers for the 3214, 3215 and 3212 postcodes so that we can reduce wait times experienced by young people living in those areas who are trying to access the program,” he said.
“We don’t want to disadvantage these young people because of where they live.”
Contact L2P@geelongcity.vic.gov.au to find out how to become an L2P driving mentor.
With puppeteers, face painting, popular performer Jean Darme, a Champagne bar, picnic area, a dedicated Kids Zone and an array of workshops and master classes, Le Festival Français offers something for people of all ages.
Now in its fourth year, the event is presented by Alliance Français in partnership with the National Trust of Victoria.
National Trust assets advisor and
Warne’s
Geelong regional manager Claudette Brennan said the team of organisers was excited to deliver the biggest and best edition of the festival so far.
“We now have almost 60 stalls and attractions in the grounds of The Heights, which is just incredible,” she said.
“In the first year, we didn’t know how
we’d go. We had nearly 3000 people over that weekend; we’re now looking at about 5000 people.
“I just love the vibe, the excitement on people’s faces and seeing everyone really enjoying the festival.”
Visit lefestivalfrancais.com.au for tickets and more information.
lives on with free health checks at show
The foundation inspired by legendary AustraliancricketerShaneWarnehashelped deliver more than a thousand free health checks at the Royal Geelong Show.
The Shane Warne Legacy and Diabetes Australia partnered to provide 1200 people access to Sisu health stations at this year’s show.
Since late 2023 the organisation has delivered more than 365,000 free health checks, which assess risk factors for heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
Shane Warne’s son and Legacy representative Jackson Warne said he was “incredibly proud” the organisation had brought such an important health initiative to the Geelong Show.
“This collaboration embodies my dad’s values in supporting individuals and the community, and I know he would be genuinely excited to see such an impactful program come to fruition,” he said.
“These screenings are not just about checkingyourhealth,they’reanopportunity
Young anglers reeling in a new adventure
By Jena Carr
Kids across the Surf Coast had the chance to reel in a new sport or hobby as the state celebrated Gone Fishing Day over the weekend.
Torquay Angling Club provided the community with an opportunity to try fishingwithafreeeventon19October.
Commodore Peter Sharp said he was glad to host the event in Torquay, which had a good turnout with the kids catching more than 30 fish during the day.
“It was a great day with 40 kids fishing off Fishermans Beach, with some of the kids having never fished before,” he said.
“The Torquay Angling Club provided the rods, reels and bait for thenovices,alongwitheightmembers to help the kids bait up and cast their lines.”
Victorian Fisheries Authority chief executive Travis Dowling said Gone Fishing Day events provided the community with a chance to explore the benefits of being connected to their local fishing scene.
“Gone Fishing Day was the perfect opportunity to take out a friend, neighbour or relative who’s always wanted to wet a line, but hasn’t had the chance,” he said.
“Angling clubs are the perfect hosts for these events because their members know the local waters, the fish species most likely to be encountered, and the tactics to net that catch of the day.”
to take proactive steps towards a healthier future, which countless people have done since Dad has passed.
“Dad would have wholeheartedly supported this initiative, urging everyone to take advantage of these complimentary services.”
Diabetes Australia Group chief executive JustineCainsaidpeoplelivingwithdiabetes were twice as likely to develop heart disease or have a stroke.
“There are 1.3 million Australians living with type 2 diabetes and we estimate another 500,000 are living with it but aren’t diagnosed,” she said.
“While not all diabetes can be prevented and some people are at higher risk due to genetic factors, or family history, we know that 58 per cent of type 2 diabetes cases could be prevented or delayed. For that to happen, early detection of risk is critical.”
Visit portal.sisuhealthgroup.com/findhealth-stations to find your nearest Sisu free health station.
Visit torquayfish.com.au for more information about the Torquay Angling Club and fishing across the region.
Frenchwoman Sandra Kherrat and her sons Marcel and Axel are ready for Le Festival Français this weekend. (Supplied)
Shane Warne Legacy representative Jackson Warne and Diabetes Australia CEO Justine Cain at the Royal Geelong Show. (Supplied)
Kids took to Fishermans Beach over the weekend for Gone Fishing Day. (Supplied)
Safe space for prevention
By Jena Carr
A community safe space is coming to Torquay to support people who are experiencing emotional or suicidal distress acrosstheregion.
Roses in the Ocean’s Surf Coast Community-led Safe Space will officially launch in February next year at Torquay Community House to provide a welcoming environment for people impacted by suicide.
Volunteer Kim Edgar said the space was about providing a safe, non-judgemental and non-clinical space for people impacted
bysuicide.
“It’s a privilege to be able to support people in this way, and I’m really pleased to seethesafespacecomingourway,”shesaid.
“If you’re experiencing suicidal distress or mental health issues, whatever that looks like, there’s this kind of stigma that you’re a bitbroken,butyou’renot.
“People are not broken; they’re just going through a tough time...and having open conversations with people that they can trust is a really important part of breaking downthatstigma.”
Safe space volunteers, known as Peer Care Companions, are people with lived
Next step for mental health
By Jena Carr
Take a step towards positive mental health and wellbeing as Stepping Stones to DeadlinesstakesoverSteampacketGardens onSaturday.
WathaurongAboriginalCo-operativewill celebrate Mental Health Month with a free family-friendly event featuring live music, arts and crafts, wellbeing activations and mentalhealthinformation.
Gunditjmara man and co-operative member Mark Dekker said the event would be a fun day for families but would also provide support to people along their wellbeing journey. “It’s open to everybody and free for all Australians, whether they’re Aboriginal, new arrivals or someone on holidays,” he said. “It’s just an opportunity foreverybodytogather,reflectonwellbeing,
and to encourage everybody to take a positivesteptowardstheirwellness.
“We’re there for when people are ready to turn a leaf and...if people are struggling but decide that they’re ready for help, that’s whenweneedtobetheretoseethemanew.”
October is Mental Health Month and, with this year’s theme of Taking Steps on your Wellbeing Journey, Mr Dekker said it was important to celebrate everybody’s differences. “With what’s going on in the world, it’s a reminder for everybody that we have far more in common than we do differences,” he said. “It’s all about that ancient wisdom of coming together, caring foreachother,caringfortheplanettogether, andhavingsomefunalongtheway.
Stepping Stones to Deadliness will be held at Geelong’s Steampacket Gardens on Saturday25Octoberfrom11amto3pm.
experience of mental health, suicide or bereavement who are trained to use their livedexperiencetosupportothers.
Ms Edgar said she was inspired to help people throughout their mental health journeys after her son Daniel died from suicide seven and a half years ago at the age of17.
“You don’t move on; you move forward, and the thing that’s helped me is being able to have conversations with people who have a similar lived experience,” she said. “Everybody’s lived experience is different, and no one person has the same lived experience, but what we know is that
there are some real commonalities in that experience.
“Sometimes people can have good supports around them; they can have good clinicalsupportsandwonderfulfriendsand family, but they can still feel isolated from thepeoplearoundthem.”
Roses in the Ocean is a lived experience suicide prevention organisation that aims to save lives and reduce emotional distress and pain. People will be able to hear more abouttheinitiative,volunteeropportunities and provide feedback during a community consultationatJanJucSurfLifeSavingClub from6pmonWednesday29October.
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Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative’s Michelle Searle, Phil King and Mark Dekker welcome the Geelong community to the Stepping Stones to Deadliness event. (Ivan Kemp) 511407_04
Racing towards Spain
Torquay triathlete Johanna Clark will compete at a global level during the Ironman 70.3 World Championship in Spain next month. She spoke with Jena Carr about the event and what led her to start competing in triathlons.
Torquay’s Johanna Clark isn’t just a loving wife, mum of three, or skilled naturopath – she is also an award-winning triathlete.
The 42-year-old got into road cycling and triathlons close to nine years ago, helping torekindleapassionshehadinherteenage years.
“My first triathlon was when I was 17 when I was living in a little town called Donald,” she said.
“They put a little triathlon on at a nearby town, and I did it with my PE teacher in a team race, and I loved it.
“ButIdidn’tdomynextoneuntilIwas33 or 34, so there was a big time in-between, and I wish I had continued, but there just wasn’t that opportunity in small country towns.
“WhenIwenttoMelbournetostudy,Ifell into more running and yoga, and it wasn’t until my husband got a bike and was riding a bit, that I knew I wanted to do it again.”
After deciding to get back into triathlons, Johanna bought a proper bike and competed in her first Ironman 70.3 during 2020, where she placed third.
As the second-place winner declined their Ironman 70.3 World Championship spot in New Zealand for that year, the spot was then offered to Johanna, who had planned to compete before COVID-19 stopped her in her tracks.
I went into the bonnet. Luckily, I just came away with some scratches ... Nothing was stopping me as I knew this was the only opportunity for me to requalify for the worlds
- Johanna Clark
But a global pandemic would not be enough to stop Johanna from following her world championship dream, nor would being hit by a car.
“I went and did the Melbourne 70.3 Ironman in November 2023, and I came second after getting hit mid-race by a car,” she said.
“Along the Esplanade in St Kilda, there’s a place where people can park at the beach, and this car came straight out onto the course where he stopped right in everyone’s way.
“Iactuallysawanotherbikenearlygethit by him, and all the volunteers and security were there telling him not to move.
“I attempted to go around him, but he didn’t understand what the volunteers were saying and put his accelerator down, and I went into the bonnet.
“Luckily, I just came away with some scratches, and my brand-new bike was totally fine as I somehow lifted into the air, and the bike fell on me.
“Nothing was stopping me as I knew this was the only opportunity for me to requalify for the worlds because with kids, work, and all this other stuff, there aren’t many 70.3 races you can do.
“So, I hopped back on my bike and finished the race, coming second by about 30 seconds.”
Johannamanagedtogetthespotbackfor the Ironman world championship in New Zealand and competed in Taupo last year, where she placed 12th in her age group despite being sick with whooping cough at the time.
Desperate to show the world what she’s
got, Johanna will compete in her second world championship after taking out the Ironman70.3Geelongrace’stopspotinher age group in March.
Johanna said she was looking forward to flying to Marbella in Spain next month to compete.
“I’m going to go with my dad, which will besuperspecial,andIlovegettinginvolved in these competitions as it gets you into nature,” she said.
“To be able to go to these amazing places and do these cool things keeps me motivated,helpsmelookaftermyselfwhile training and allows me to do special things with my family.
“I don’t expect any podiums, that’s for sure, but just being amongst girls that are my age from around the world will be great and... you’re racing the best, so it’s a good test.
“Based on what happened in Taupo last year, it’s quite an event for the whole week with lots going on as the whole town gets around the championships, so it’ll be beautiful and pretty special.”
If it wasn’t for the Ironman competitions, Johanna said she would be competing in a shorter distance triathlon or a similar type of race, as she enjoys participating in competitions.
“I learn a lot physically, mentally, and
emotionally about myself... and racing to me means that I keep training, which is awesome,” she said.
“It’s also about showing my kids that
theirparentsstillvaluetheirowngoalsand dreams, as we must never stop doing that for ourselves.
“They need to see that I take care of my values, dreams and goals just as much as I care for them and help them achieve theirs as well.
“I’m a better mum, wife, and friend when I’m taking care of myself and being physically active.”
In preparation for the competition in Spain, Johanna recently participated in the UCI Gran Fondo World Cycling Championships in Lorne from 16 to 19 October and came 12th in the time trial’s female category.
Johanna said she loves the satisfaction and adrenaline she gets from training and racing.
“The long training sessions, the setbacks, the discipline, and the quiet wins that no one else sees – that’s where the real growth happens,” she said.
“The state that you get into when there’s nothing else you think of other than what you are doing at that moment is amazing... and I love that real presence that you get when you race out in nature.
“There’s nothing better than having that feeling and knowing that it’s benefiting your mind, body, and whole being, along with those around you.”
Road cycling is Johanna Clark’s sport of choice, helping spark her love of triathlons. 509681_05
Johanna Clark will make the journey over to Spain next month to compete in the Ironman 70.3 World Championship. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 509681_02
Children’s pool to reopen
Changes to Eastern Beach safety measures mean the popular children’s pool will be openallyear.
After being reclassified as a pool rather thananopenwaterway,thepoolwasclosed outside of lifeguard supervised hours from December2024,meaningthepoolhasbeen unavailable to the public throughout much ofthisyear.
Beginning in November, updated lifeguard supervision hours will mean the pool will be open on weekend afternoons from noon to 5pm. From 21 December the pool will be open between 10am to 5pm untiltheendofFebruary,whenitwillrevert
to weekend afternoons only throughout the year, except for the Easter school holidays whenitwillbeopeneveryafternoon.
Thechildren’spoolsafetychangesarejust some of the many changes to the council’s management of Eastern Beach, which include the permanent decommission of all four diving boards, safety upgrades to the central pontoon, viewing platform and decking, and assessing the safety of the rollingdrumdivingapparatuses.
CouncillorEddyKontelj,chairofcouncil’s Sports and Recreation portfolio, thanked the community and stakeholders for their feedback and patience while the council
Bridie volunteer of the year
Bridie Brady may be Netball Victoria’s Volunteer of the Year, but she knows these awardsareaboutmorethanjustoneperson.
Lara Football Netball Club secretary, as well as club committee member, canteen manager, A grade and C grade team managerandgeneraladminworkhorse,Ms Brady was honoured last weekend with the award at the peak netball body’s inaugural awardceremony.
She said she felt both humbled to win the award and uncomfortable with being in the spotlight. “I knew I was in the top three, the final three, who were all invited on Sunday…Iwasnervous,shaking,”shesaid. “SoIwassurprised(towin),overwhelmed. I felt a little bit guilty because there are lots ofpeoplethatdidlotsofwork-yes,Idoalot of work, but you’ve got to have great people aroundtobeabletodowhatyoudo.
“There are a lot of other people here that doahellofalotofworkaswell.Ithinkwe’re justareallygreatteam.”
Ms Brady, who has won Lara’s club person of the year award multiple times, was described in Netball Victoria’s announcement as a “champion” of both inclusion and community connection, having secured grants for the club to run awareness sessions on men in sport, LGBTQIA+ issues, multiculturalism, and FirstNationsculture.
She said her background in payroll at localnot-for-profitorganisationMelihelped her be organised and efficient with juggling her many roles at the club with her family andworklife.
“It’s tough to make it all fit, but when you love what you do at work, at home and at netball,youfindaway,”MsBradysaid.
Made for more purpose
“workedtoensureouryoungestcommunity members were protected when using the children’spool”.
“Now that we have more safety measures being implemented for the upcoming summerseason,we’reexcitedtoreopenthe children’spoolyear-round,”hesaid.
“I am positive the community will be thrilled with this, including quite a number of local athletes and sports clubs who reached out to us advising that they use the poolregularlyforrehabilitationpurposes.”
TheEasternBeachprecinctwasidentified asahigh-riskareaand‘drowningblackspot’ by Life Saving Victoria after 50 people died
Geelong mayor Stretch Kontelj said the City was committed to actioning all recommendations. “We know that there will be community members who have enjoyed using the diving boards over the years and will be disappointed by their permanent closure,” he said. “We recognise and understand their frustration, however, we won’t waver on protecting the community. These incoming changes and investigations willensurethattheEasternBeachprecinctis asaferplaceforswimmersofallskilllevels.”
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Lara Football Netball Club’s Bridie Brady is Netball Victoria’s Volunteer of the Year. (Ivan Kemp) 512106_01
Experience The Blue Show
Artists Karenne Anne and Vonne Beyer are bringing an enchanting exhibition all to do with the colour blue to St Leonards.
The Blue Show was inspired by the pair’s 2019 trip to the Greek Isle of Skopelos, where they became fascinated with representations of the female figure, particularly goddesses.
Ms Anne is a photographer who explores ideas of history and culture, and Ms Beyer is a painter who loves colour and texture.
With the azure of the Aegean Sea serving as their guiding muse, the duo have returned to the aesthetic of blue, whether ultramarine, aqua or cobalt, many times in their work.
This upcoming exhibition at shed_31 celebrates the hues and subtleties of the colourblueintheirartwork–theabstract, representational, and photographic.
Shed_31, is a not for profit gallery set up by Ms Anne in St Leonards.
Ms Beyer said nature was the ultimate medium to channel the colour.
“The artworks in this show are based on experiences with nature. The sea, vegetation, changes in the light at different times of day,” she said. “We hope that viewers will be inspired to see blues and other colours around them, and realise the myriad subtleties within all of them.
“Being by the sea is the most suitable for a collection of works which strongly reference the deep blues of the bay and other oceanic locations.”
The exhibition opens on 25 October and continues until 8 November.
Opening hours are by appointment by calling 0404-294 674.
Students get hands dirty to learn about food production
Geelonghigh-schoolstudentsarelearning first-hand about how to solve problems in the local food production sector.
Through Geelong Tech School’s immersive AgriTech program, VCE Vocational Major students from several schools toured City of Greater Geelong’s Anakie Organics processing facility this year to see how compost is processed and its role in the circular economy.
Students then visited sites, such as CommonGroundProjectorGeelongWest Community Garden before teaming up to identify a challenge in food production and design a solution.
STEM program facilitator at Geelong Tech School Jono Newmarch said the program gave students valuable insights intoalternativeandlocalfoodproduction.
“It’s very rewarding to see that ‘aha’
moment on students’ faces when they see with their own eyes that nature has a very clever waste recycling program of its own (and) that we can align with nature and produce high quality food from organic material,” he said. “The easiest way to contribute in Geelong is by putting the right stuff in their green bins.”
Chair of the Environment and Circular Economy portfolio councillor Elise
Moveinready
Wilkinson said it was an important topic for students to explore.
“Diverting organic waste from landfill is one of the most impactful things we can do to reduce emissions and protect our environment,” she said.
“It’s great to see students having firsthand experience out in the community and for them to have the opportunity to learn from industry professionals.”
Vonne Beyer is an artist who will be showing an exhibition on the Bellarine Peninsula. (Damjan Janevski) 508372_01
Living history is still alive
By Matt Hewson
Geelongcelebratedthepeopleandprojects dedicated to preserving and repurposing the region’s historical structures last week.
City of Greater Geelong hosted the Geelong Heritage Awards at Wurriki Nyal civic centre on 15 October, acknowledging excellence in the retention, restoration andreuseofheritagebuildingsatthewellattended event.
Among the eight winners were the Glass House (formerly the Pilkington Glass factory) in North Geelong and 66 Elizabeth Street, a 101-year-old brick shopfront in West Geelong, which were both recognised for Creative Reuse of a
Heritage Place Geelong Historical Society won the Heritage Interpretation and Promotion award for the transformation of its website into an accessible gateway into the city’s history and heritage.
PhD candidate Donya Masoomi KhamenehwontheNextGenerationaward for her research in heritage perception in Geelong, while Geoff Saunders received the Jennifer Bantow OAM award for an architecturalcareerintheregionspanning nearly five decades.
Ms Bantow, a tireless advocate for Geelong’s heritage sites for many years, said the Heritage Awards were an opportunity to celebrate those striving to
Sweet return for school fair
After a three-year hiatus, one of the Bellarine’s most-loved events is returningtoputasweetpepinyourstep.
Wallington Primary School’s Strawberry Fair will have local produce, handmade crafts, vintage treasures, ecofriendly goods, artisanal bakes, gourmet street food and quirky gifts.
Principal Cameron Edwards said there will be more than 80 market stalls, live entertainment, delicious food, and of course, plenty of strawberries.
“Visitors can browse a vast array of market stalls for early Christmas presents or treats for themselves,” he said.
“We’re really proud of the entertainment line-up, it’s going to be a vibrant, joyful atmosphere from start to finish.
“For the sweet tooth, there’s the Strawberry Hall with an array of delicious strawberry snacks from pavlovas to choc-dipped strawberries, to the perennial favourite strawberries and cream.
“The fair is not just a fundraiser, it’s a chance to bring our school community together and showcase everything that makes Wallington Primary School so special.”
Get ready to groove with live music androvingperformerswithsoullegends
the Sweethearts, sing along with rising star Ella Joan, and enjoy the sounds of the Christian College Band and a dozen roving buskers.
Family fun and thrill rides means there is something for all ages. From adrenaline-pumping rides like The Sizzler, Dodgem Cars, and the Go Gator Rollercoaster, to adorable experiences like puppy yoga, pony rides, and the petting zoo. Kids can also dive into fun with craft activities and a laser skirmish.
You won’t go hungry, with 18 food trucksdishingouttastybitesfromacross the globe, alongside a classic sausage sizzle run by Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club. Drinks, snacks, and sweet treats will be available.
The fair will be held at Wallington Primary School on Sunday November 2 from 10am to 4pm with entry via a goldcoin donation.
preservethebuildingsandplacesthattold the story of the city’s history.
“In the field of advocacy to conserve heritage places, I think this is the best event of the year because everyone is positive,” she said.
“Sometimes when you’re in a heritage conservation campaign, you’ve got objectorsanddemolitionapplications,but inthisparticularevent,everybody’shappy because we’re recognising the owners of the places who have enjoyed conserving their heritage property.
“It’s good to have that recognition because people beaver away on their property not realising that, by doing so, they’re contributing to a much bigger
picture in their heritage conservation of the city.
“All the (award) recipients have that love of history which brings about the understanding that you have to value the heritage from that history.”
Geelong Heritage Advisory Committee chair Councillor Rowan Story said the community was fortunate to have such a range of heritage places in Geelong.
“It was fantastic to see collaboration between builders, designers, tradespeople and architects demonstrated in exciting projects,” he said.
“These awards show how many groups, businesses and individuals are passionate about preserving our region’s heritage.”
Protecting nature and people at family day
A family fun day will celebrate and raise awareness for Geelong’s environment throughlivemusic,communityart,andshort films.
Australian Conservation Foundation (ACF) Geelong’s free event will encourage families to learn about the importance of the natural environment and the need for strongernatureandclimatelaws.
Family Fun Day event organiser Wayne Jury said Australia was a “deforestation hotspot” and that the federal government needed to update the current nature and climatelaws.
“Nowisacriticaltimeforusalltohaveour voices heard about these laws and how they need to be improved to ensure they actually doprotectnatureandpeople,”hesaid.
“Our government continues to approve fossil fuel projects, despite the release of the National Climate Risk Assessment (last month), which shows the danger we are facingduetoclimatechange.”
The event will include a Welcome to Country, storytelling, flower workshops, live music, face painting, short nature films and a community art project led by First Nations artist Kiri Tawhai. There will also be information on the current nature laws and a speech on the impact of climate change on the Torres Strait Islands by Geelong woman andTorresStraitIslanderJulieSaylor-Briggs.
ACF Geelong’s Family Fun Day will be held at Cloverdale Community Centre at 169 Purnell Road in Corio from 2pm to 5pm on Sunday26October.
CITYNEWS
DIWALI FESTIVAL FIREWORKS
The 2025 Deakin University Diwali Festival is on tonight, Friday 24 October from 6.00pm9.00pm at the Waurn Ponds Campus.
Please note there will be a fireworks display at the conclusion of the event at 9.00pm, for approximately 5 minutes.
Please ensure your pets are safe and secure and where possible kept indoors and note there will be increased traffic and noise in the area.
This event is proudly supported by the City of Greater Geelong.
MEETINGS
The next Council meeting will be held on Tuesday 28 October at City Hall, 6.00pm (doors open 5.45pm).
The agenda includes:
›The City of Greater Geelong Annual Report 2024–25 and Annual Report Summary 2024–25
›Long Term Financial Plan 2025-35
›Asset Plan
›Municipal Road Management Plan
For full details and to watch the meeting, visit geelong.link/CouncilMeetings
Questions can be provided in writing by 12.00pm on Monday 27 October via the link above.
Wallington Primary School year 6 students Brianna and Lily can’t wait for the strawberry fair.
Prep student Anna loves strawberries. (Supplied)
It’s market time
By Cr Stretch Kontelj OAM
Little Malop Street central is set for a massive transformation this Saturday with the inaugural Geelong City Market.
It is incredibly gratifying to see our vision for a hyper-local marketplace coming to fruition, marking the beginning of an exciting new weekly event for Greater Geelong.
This market will not only help revitalise the segment of Little Malop Street between Yarra and Moorabool streets but also provide an important platform to champion our local makers and creators.
Our region is home to burgeoning agriculture and production sectors, and the inaugural market is ready to celebrate this local talent.
This weekend’s event boasts a diverse range of stallholders, spanning everything from locally made olive oil and farm fresh mushrooms to freshly baked pastries and responsibly sourced seafood.
Local institution Alma Restaurant will bring its South American inspired cuisine to the masses, while sweet-tooths will indulge in buttery baked goods from the team at Two Tins Patisserie.
Ocean Grove favourite XO Project will bring it healthy flavour-packed bowls to the table, and Two Lands Coffee Cart will be sure to keep everybody caffeinated for a productive day of shopping.
We’re excited to showcase the seasonal produce from our rich, fertile soil and celebrate the hardworking producers that
make our region thrive.
The City Market operators, Barwon Events, have done a tremendous job curating a wonderful mix of stallholders for this event’s launch.
The team has the perfect recipe for success, combining the culinary knowledge of Simon Toohey and event expertise of Kieran Blood.
Simon rose to fame as a contestant on Masterchef and now hosts his very own plant-based cooking program ‘Freshly Picked’ on Channel 10 and SBS.
Kieran has more than 15 years of event experience and has already had great success celebrating our local producers through the Geelong Beer Festival.
It’s clear everyone involved has a shared vision for this event – to provide a vibrant hubofartisanalproduce,diversetakeaway foodandastrongshowofcommunityspirit that draws our residents together.
Importantly, the Geelong City Market will play a crucial part on our broader
strategy to revitalise central Geelong. It will contribute to the beautification of Moorabool Street, utilise the existing open space at Little Malop Street, and attract both locals and visitors to the city centre.
Earlier this year, the City of Greater Geelonghostedaforumwherecouncillors, elected state and federal representatives from both sides of politics, landowners, investors and developers discussed critical issues affecting our city centre.
A recurring question emerged in our discussions: How can we address the persistent issue of vacant retail spaces in Little Malop central?
Weagreedthatathriving,centralmarket might just be the missing ingredient needed to reinvigorate this area.
Conducting a regular, high-calibre event will make significant strides in establishing Little Malop central as a culturaldestination,attractingthetourism our city centre deserves.
This journey has already begun, as demonstrated by recent events. The inaugural ROAM Geelong recently drew over 16,000 people to Little Malop Street to celebrate the best in arts and culture.
Beyond filling the street, the City Market will connect consumers with local producers and inject essential revenue back into our local economy. It will also provide vital support to family farms and small businesses.
This market is more than just a place to buy fresh produce and food – it’s a statement about the prosperous industries in our region and the future vibrancy of central Geelong.
To view the full list of stallholders, visit geelongcitymarket.com.au
City of Greater Geelong mayor Stretch Kontelj. (Supplied)
Woman charged, girl stable
Awomanwasarrestedforallegedlystealing a vehicle connected to an attempted carjacking at a Norlane hardware store car park.
An allegedly stolen grey Haval was seen at South Melbourne’s Dorcas and Moray Streets at about 1.15pm on 17 October by officers conducting patrols for a suspicious loiterbeforethevehicledroveoff.
Officers began tracking the vehicle, which was occupied by a 30-year-old man and a 25-year-old woman, both from
Abbotsford,alongPrincesFreewaytowards Norlane.
ThevehicleallegedlydroveintoBunnings Geelong North car park before it nearly collided with a woman getting a pram out ofhercar.
Police chased the woman into the hardware store, where she was arrested to
Revving engines for charity
By Jena Carr
Engines will roar as cars and motorcycles roll into Lara on Sunday during an annual show to help raise money for charity.
The grounds of Pirra Homestead will host all makes and models of cars and motorcycles for the Lara Lions Club Car Show, with money raised from the event donated to the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute.
Car show coordinator John Wilson said the event had been running for 11 years to support charities that were important to the community.
“I’m looking forward to going around and looking at the cars because there are some magnificent cars that will be there,” he said.
“I’ve got a 1965 XM Falcon; it’s an old one, but it doesn’t stand up to some of the magnificent items that we get in there, and people like to look under the hood.
“We know that the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute is doing research into child heart disease and heart failure, and it’s a worthwhile charity, so that’s where the money will go.”
LaraLionsClubCarShowwillbeheldon
Sunday 26 October, with gates opening for car exhibitors from 8am to 10am and from 10am for general spectators.
Trophies will be awarded during the event for the people’s choice, best in show, best club and best motorcycle awards.
The award presentation will be held at noon, with face painting, kids activities, food, drink and a raffle also available during the day.
Tickets are $10 for exhibitors, $5 for spectators and free for children under 14 yearsold,withmoneyraisedbyticketsales donated to charity.
Lara Lions Club Car Show is back for a day of family-friendly fun. (Supplied)
be later interviewed by police and charged withtheftofamotorvehicleandpossession ofadrugofdependence.
She was bailed to appear at Geelong Magistrates’ Court on 18 November, while the man was taken to hospital under police guard.
It is alleged that the Haval was stolen fromthePortMelbourneareaon6October.
Anyone who witnessed the incident and hasCCTV/dashcamfootageorinformation is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800
Emergency services also had their hands full during the Royal Geelong Show on 19 October after a gas bottle reportedly caughtfireatabout1.20pmatLionsClubof Geelong’sfoodstand.
Emergency crews extinguished and took control of the fire, with a primary school-aged girl treated for smoke inhalation before being taken to University HospitalGeelonginastablecondition.
Avalon ready to take off
Melbourne Avalon Airport and its employment precinct are set to play a pivotal role in the future development of Geelong and Wyndham. Jaidyn Kennedy met with chief executive Ari Suss to discuss the direction Avalon is taking.
Melbourne Avalon Airport may not be making headlines right now, but there is still plenty happening there.
Avalon’s chief executive Ari Suss said whilepeoplemaynaturallyfocusonflights, it is the expansion of freight capabilities that will drive long-term aviation growth.
Having major companies such as Australia Post, Cotton On and PetStock, set up at Avalon, as well as special defence manufacturers like Lockheed Martin and Hanwha is part of the strategy to drive that growth.
“The investment in those non-aviation projects helps us derive an income that helps us support aviation here,” Mr Suss said.
Avalon has also built a new freight terminal to increase annual air-freight capacity from 10,000 to more than 100,000 tonnes to make it an attractive port for large-scale, scheduled cargo.
“Freight has been traditionally moved in and out of Victoria through Melbourne Airport, and what we know is Tullamarine is increasingly congested,” Mr Suss said.
“Avalon is in the fastest growing corridor in the country and we are seeing the benefits of that in terms of the demand for operational activity here for businesses.”
According to Committee for Wyndham chief executive Leanne Down that growth is why the developing precinct is an unparalleledstrategicassetforWyndham’s future.
“Avalon represents a major opportunity to drive economic growth, create jobs, support tourism, and improve regional connectivity,” she said.
“Having more job opportunities at Avalon means residents can work closer to home, reducing travel time and improving work–life balance.
“A stronger local job market supports families, reduces congestion on roads and public transport, and helps keep skilled workers in Wyndham.“
Committee for Geelong chief executive Michael Johnstone said Avalon would help Greater Geelong harness local talent and elevate Victoria’s second city as a place of business on the global stage.
“Avalon is one of the most significant opportunities to drive economic development in the Geelong region – and this is multi-faceted,” Mr Johnstone said.
“Both as an employment precinct that will eventually see upwards of 15,000 workers on site each day, and as a freight and logistics hub of national significance, connecting air, sea, rail and road.
“There will be an increasing demand for international services into Avalon, and providing that connectivity will in turn further fuel the attractiveness of Geelong as a place to do business.“
While Mr Suss said while driving increased freight operations is a key part of Avalon’s mandate, he hasn’t forgotten the expectations of many Victorians.
“We understand and are very sensitive to the social licence that we have by running an airport here and having the community access that.
“We’ve got flights at the moment to Sydney,BrisbaneandGoldCoast–wewant to broaden that and we also want to see the reopening of our international terminal.
“We’ve got some pretty advanced discussions underway at the moment and I amoptimisticthatwearegoingtoseesome growth in 2026.
“I want to see more flights, I want to see more destinations and I think we will get both next year.”
ChangesintourismtrendssinceCovid-19 restrictions halted international flights in
2020 might present new opportunities.
“One in every 10 visitors from the Indian subcontinent to Australia spend at least one night in Wyndham,“ Mr Suss said.
“When you talk to the tourism industry and the leaders in business, they say since Covid, some of that inbound Chinese tourism has fallen away, but Indian visitation has really gone up.
“So that is something we are very conscious about.”
MsDownsaidthereturnofinternational flights to Avalon would transform tourism in the region.
“More flights into Avalon mean more visitors arriving close to Werribee Park, making it easier for tourists to explore our world-class attractions like the Werribee Open Range Zoo, Lancemore Hotel, Werribee Mansion, Equestrian Victoria and the Victoria State Rose Garden.
“Increased access supports local tourism operators, boosts hospitality and accommodation sectors, and helps build Wyndham’s reputation as a leading destination in Victoria.”
Mr Johnstone said the same benefits would flow down the highway.
“We have some of the most popular touristdestinationsinVictoriahere,andwe want people to broaden their experience to see all Geelong has to offer.
“By bringing people into Victoria via Avalon,thereisanopportunitytoshowcase all of what Geelong can offer. As a base to explore the Surf coast, and as a destination in its own right.”
With Melbourne’s population expected to pass nine million by 2050 – which would put it on par with London, a city served by six international airports– the location of a second international airport is an important consideration.
“Melbourne and London will have similar population sizes, and to our great credit, we are about 34 minutes from the West Gate Bridge at Avalon Airport,” Mr Suss said.
“So not only does Melbourne have
this great opportunity to be selling the advantagesoftwoairports,buttwoairports that are very much in close proximity to Melbourne itself.
“A$15billionraillinktotheairportwon’t overcome the increasing road congestion that one road into Tullamarine that they have at the moment will create.
“The great cities of the world have a number of gateways. New York, London, Paris has a couple of airports – Melbourne needs to do that too.”
He said that international tourists spend on average $3000 per visit to Victoria, compared to $1200 from domestic travellers.
“If we can get those people travelling through Avalon, we know this region can definitely capture a dividend from that traffic.”
Compared to Tullamarine, Mr Suss said Avalon’s distance from existing residential areas has been and will continue to be extremelyusefulinthespeedandsimplicity of developing the precinct.
“Weareveryluckythatwehaveincredible community support from Lara, Geelong and the Wyndham area, but we can also do some very specialised things here with separation from residential areas.
“This is a curfew-free airport – we’re not making noise or disrupting people as they go about their business from a residential stand point.”
MrSusssaidLondonLutonAirportserves as a great case study for how a secondary airport can significantly increase its operations on the back of prudent public transport planning.
“To give you an idea about how big some of that growth has been for secondary airports in the UK, London Luton barely moved a couple of hundred thousand passengers around the year 2000.
“Then they built a train stop with a bus service connecting to the airport, and today they are moving about 18 million passengers annually.
“That’sprobablyjustalittlebitunderwhat Brisbane Airport is doing at the moment— and that’s a secondary airport in the UK.
“So improved infrastructure would certainly help facilitate our growth but we also need to demonstrate that we’ve got growth happening in aviation, and that is our focus for the next few months.“
Mr Johnson said that The Luton DART (Direct Air–Rail Transit), a driverless, automated 2.3km light rail link that opened in 2023 and replaced the shuttle bus services, is something Avalon could replicate in the future.
“This can be iteratively delivered, beginning with a dedicated new station on the existing Geelong-Melbourne line, with shuttles running.
“As demand increases, this would then upgrade to a trackless tram or light rail.“
Also an advocate for a future light rail connection, Mr Suss said Avalon is in advanced conversations with the state governmenttoreroutebusroutesinLaraas a short term solution.
“We have discussed the opportunity to have a bus stop around the industrial precinct and then the second stop around the terminal.
“I’m confident something will emerge over the next few months.”
The Department of Transport and Planning was asked whether it would consider altering bus routes to serve Avalon. It did not respond by deadline.
Melbourne Avalon Airport chief executive Ari Suss. (Supplied) Below: Ari Suss outside of the new freight hub. (Jaidyn Kennedy)
RocKwiz right here
Cult Aussie music trivia show RocKwiz returns to Geelong this November, bringing all the wit, charm and humour audiences have loved for two decades in a live show experience.
Hosted by presenters Brian Nankervis and Julia Zemiro, RocKwiz combines spontaneous comedy and live music in a riotous music trivia show format.
Zamirosaiditwas“extremelyhumbling” to tour again due to popular demand.
“The RocKwiz family adores performing live all over the country and we can’t wait to see you all again,” she said.
“If you want to be uplifted, if you want to be moved by incredible musicians at the topoftheirgameandalsolaughtillyoucry, this is the show for you.”
Nankervis said he was always thrilled to
take this show on the road.
“Would we like to head back to theatres and concert halls…with some great artists, new segments, new questions…play loud
music and invite audience members to be part of the show?,” he asked.
“What do you reckon? Absolutely!”
While the show enjoyed 14 seasons on SBS, Nankervis said the live experience brought the audience to the fore in a way the television show did not.
“It’s a thrill to tour with a changing cast of household names and up and coming stars, but sometimes it’s the contestants from the audience who shine brightly,” he said.
“This is a crazy world, but spreading some musical joy and connecting with our audience is a powerful tonic.”
RocKwiz Live in 25! is at Costa Hall on Thursday 6 November. Visit geelongartscentre.org.au for tickets and more information.
Take a trip back in time with improv show
By Matt Hewson
Whenitcomestomusicandtheperforming arts, improvisation is not simply ‘making stuff up’.
A freestyle rapper doesn’t create entirely newwordsonthespot,ajazzpianistdoesn’t formulate new scales, chords or keys on stage; the foundation of improvisation lies in preparation, deeply understanding the fundamentalbuildingblocksoftheartform and combining them in fresh new ways.
Award-winning cabaret performer IsabellaValette,whobringshernewshowto Geelong this weekend, is a prime example.
“Cabaret Time Machine is an improvised cabaretsetinadifferenthistoricaleraevery single night,” Valette said.
“The audience votes via QR code from a menu of different eras, and based on what they pick…we essentially craft a brand new original show on the spot.
“So all the songs, the rhymes, the lyrics, the dialogue, the jokes, the characters, everything is made up on the spot, spontaneously, in the moment.”
Though the show is created live on stage, Valette and musicians David Peake and Jaron Why, have months of research, planning and rehearsal to draw on.
“I have always loved history, but I had to do a deep dive with documentaries, a lot of writing notes,” Valette said.
“I wrote out sheets for each historic era, of facts, events, people that were alive and things that happened in those times.
“Then we would meet up and listen to songs from those eras, unpack the chords andcommonmovements,andbelike,okay, what would it sound like if we improvised a
song in the style of, say, Hotel California?
“Then for eras like ancient Rome or ancient Greece, where the instruments we’re using weren’t invented back then, we looked at movies set in those times, such as Gladiator, and their interpretations of that music, because we felt that would sit in popular consciousness.”
Valette said she was proud of the show, which was awarded Judge’s Pick at this year’s Melbourne Fringe Festival, and
comes to Geelong as part of the Melbourne Fringe Encore.
“It’s joyful, playful, warm, a very unique and personalised experience,” she said.
“It’s as live as it gets…and I think it’s a fun gatewayintoanotherworldwhereanything can happen.”
Cabaret Time Machine is at GAC on Saturday 25 October. Visit geelongartscentre.org.au for tickets and more information.
Absurd and risqué comedy
By Jena Carr
Kate Hanley Corley will compare histories of parenting while exploring her Geelong roots in her signature absurd and risqué style of comedy.
The Geelong-born and bred comedian will return to the region during the Geelong Comedy Fest with hershowEatPrayShagaboutwhatitis like to be a woman in the 1970s to the 2000s.
“We didn’t have phones, we weren’t tracked, and our parents would send us up to the milk bar when we could barely look over the counter,” Corley said.“Idon’tthinkourparentsthought as much about bringing up children, while there’s a lot more pressure on our generation of parents because we’ve got so much more knowledge available to us.
“It’s a complete comedy with a lot of absurd ridiculousness going on, but it also has a bit of an underlying questioning of current-day parenting methods compared to the old days.”
Corley said she was looking forward to coming back to Geelong as she had spent close to 20 years of her life in the region and still had family in the area.
“It’s lovely to be part of that growth of comedy in Geelong because everybody needs comedy, especially in today’s world,” she said.
“I find what makes me laugh is comedy that pushes boundaries, and that says things that people wouldn’t necessarily say in everyday life.
“Therearequiteafewcomedysongs as well as stand-up...and when I’m on stage, I really like to make people laugh until they cry, and that’s my biggest thrill in performing.”
Corley will bring Eat Pray Shag to Beav’s Bar at 7.30pm on Friday 31 October. Visit eventbrite.com.au/e/ eat-pray-shag-tickets-1568515274409 for tickets.
Kate Hanley Corley will bring Eat Pray Shag to the Geelong Comedy Fest. (Supplied)
Join Brian Nankervis and Julia Zemiro for all the fun and mayhem of RocKwiz Live in 25!
(Darren Thoman)
Isabella Valette brings her new show Cabaret Time Machine to Geelong as part of the Melbourne Fringe Festival Encore. (Supplied)
Light a candle for Diwali
Waurn Ponds’ skies will erupt with fireworks as Diwali returns to the region in a spectacle of colour and light.
Deakin University’s Waurn Ponds Campuswillhostafreeandfamily-friendly event recognising the Hindu festival of lights, and will feature cultural performances, music, food, henna art and market stalls.
Greater Geelong mayor Stretch Kontelj said he would be joining other guests in lighting a candle to begin the event and that he encouraged residents and visitors to immerse themselves in the festivities.
“Diwali is a breathtaking celebration
of Geelong’s third-largest and fastest-growing culture,” he said.
“I can’t wait to join the crowds at this year’s event and celebrate the beautiful and rich multicultural tapestry that makes Geelong such a wonderful place to live”
The event will also include Rangoli, a traditional Indian art that involves creating patterns on the ground using material such as coloured powders, rice flour, sand and flower petals.
Deakin vice-chancellor Professor Iain Martin said he looked forward to welcoming everyone to the Waurn Ponds
campus for the free community event.
“You can enjoy fantastic music, food and cultural performances to celebrate the Festival of Lights,” he said.
“We are part of a wonderfully diverse community here in Geelong, and the Diwali Festival brings together people of all backgrounds in a joyful celebration of culture and inclusion.”
Diwali is an annual global celebration that signifies the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, with Deakin hosting its event on Friday 24 October from 6pm followed by a fireworks display at 9pm.
Supporting families with sick babies
Members of the Geelong community have shown their support for families with premature and sick babies through a fundraising challenge.
Families of premature babies, hospital staff, friends, and supporters helped push a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) incubatorduringGeelong’sWalkforPrems
– The Mighty Trek Challenge at Anthony Costa Oval, South Geelong on Tuesday 21 October.
The challenge was held by Life’s Little Treasures Foundation, and chief executive Felicia Welstead said the initiative would directly benefit the local communities and hospitals where the events were held.
“Together, let’s raise $1 million for
premature and sick babies...which will double our capacity to help families at one of the toughest times in their lives,” she said. “This vital funding will enable Life’s Little Treasures Foundation to expand our presence with support staff in 20 tertiary hospitals by 2026.”
Independent photographer Ivan Kemp went along to the fundraising challenge at South Geelong’s Anthony Costa Oval on 21 October.
The Geelong event formed part of a nationwide aim to push a NICU incubator 900km across 20 locations from Sydney to Melbourne.
More than $385,600 has been raised and 576km have been travelled so far during
the Walk for Prems – The Mighty Trek Challenge as of 5.30pm on 22 October.
Life’s Little Treasures Foundation has been supporting families with premature and sick babies for 20 years, ensuring everyone has easy access to critical information and community support.
Close to 48000 babies in Australia are born premature or sick each year, with one in seven babies needing critical care in a NICU or special care nursery, according to Life’s Little Treasures Foundation’s data.
People can continue to raise money through Geelong’s Walk for Prems – The Mighty Trek Challenge at walk-for-prems-2025.raiselysite.com/ 24october-geelongbyFriday31October.
Get spooked at Spookfest at the Potato Shed
Drysdale’s Potato Shed will transform into a Halloween wonderland for a day full of family-friendly activities and entertainment.
Spookfest Family Fun Day will return to themulti-artsfacilitywithspookysurprises, live entertainment and hands-on fun on Sunday26October.
There’s a bold new formant for this year’s event with the Haunted House resting in peace so that the event can focus more on music, entertainment and interactive
activities.
Kids’faceswilllightupwithasafeandfun scare as laughter will errupt from families enjoyingadayofmagicandmemories.
Participants are encouraged to prepare foragoodtimeandcandressupiftheylike, withcostumesencouraged.
Spookfest will feature live music, circus performances, disco karaoke, games, slime workshops, roving reptiles, face painting, hair braiding, balloons, and spooky storytelling.
Four
events booked for Nyaal
Four events have already been booked for the Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre despite the centre not opening until July next year.
The Associations Forum National Conference, Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative’s NAIDOC Week Dinner and Business Managers Victoria Conference have already been planned for the venue during July, followingthecentre’sopening.
The Victorian Principals Association Conference will also be held at the centre in August, with the venue continuing to host events that highlight leadership, education, cultureandcommunity.
Victorian Convention and Event Trust chief executive Natalie O’Brien said the $450 million venue would feature 3700 square meters of flexible eventspaceanda1000-seattheatre.
“It’s the perfect beginning to a venuebuilttobringpeopletogetherin meaningfulways,”shesaid.
“These four events show exactly whatNyaalBanyulstandsfor:thought leadership, cultural connection, and communityimpact.”
Associations Forum general managerFatimaSunderjisaidshewas delighted to bring the conference to thevenueduringitsopeningmonth.
“It is our 20th year for the conference, and we couldn’t be more pleased to be bringing it to the stunningnewstate-of-the-artcentre,” shesaid.
Member for Geelong Christine Couzens said the venue would help attract events to Geelong and would be a great destination for culture and connection.
“Securing these first events is an important milestone for Nyaal Banyul,notonlyhighlightingthatit’sa world-class venue, but also delivering benefits for the local community and economy,”shesaid.
Theeventwillrunfrom11amto3pm,with many activities available for free, except for the CircArts Performance and Slime Workshopsessionsthatareofferedona‘pay whatyoucan’basis.
There was a good turnout during last year’s Spookfest, with many kids dressed as ghosts and ghouls participating in the event’sactivities,andanothergoodturnout isexpectedforthisyear’sevent.
Imogen and Blair from last year’s Spookfest. (Ivan Kemp) 438385_08
Left: Sarah Todd and her daughter Millie and Ivy after completing their walk. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 511561_07
Top right: Karen Southerden and Bec Chappell (left) and Dave and Danni Menzies with their children Elsie and Evie. 511561_01 Centre and right: Supporters of Walk for Prems.
Ashwini Deore, left, Mohan Setty, Greater Geelong Mayor Stretch Kontelj, Deakin vice-chancellor Professor Iain Martin and Akshita Bora are ready to celebrate Diwali. (Supplied)
The Guide
ROSE AYLING-ELLIS: OLD HANDS, NEW TRICKS SBS, Saturday, 8.25pm
In her role as Alison, a deaf kitchenhand helping police infiltrate a dangerous gang by lipreading on CodeofSilence(streaming, SBS On Demand), Rose Ayling-Ellis (pictured) shines a light on the challenges society presents for deaf and disabled individuals, as well as the importance of representation and inclusivity. Now, the English actor is turning her hand to factual programming with this intelligent and charming two-parter that endeavours to teach a group of retirees British Sign Language. The residents of Hughenden Gardens Village are a tough crowd, but Ayling-Ellis wins them over and finds a way to connect with even the most isolated participants.
Friday, October 24
ABC TV (2)
6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 I Was Actually There. (PGl, R) 10.30 The Pacific. (Final) 11.00 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (Ml, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Mystery Road: Origin. (Mal, R) 1.55 Grand Designs Aust. (PG, R) 2.55 Home Delivery. (R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.00 QI. (Mls, R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 Gardening Australia.
8.30 Professor T. (MA15+) A caretaker is accused of murdering his employer.
9.20 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) Hosted by Tom Gleeson.
9.50 Mother And Son. (PGdl, R)
10.15 The Assembly. (PGl, R)
11.00 ABC Late News.
11.20 Silent Witness. (Ma, R)
12.15 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv) 5.00 Rage. (PG)
PICK OF THE WEEK
MYSTERY ROAD: ORIGIN
ABC TV, Sunday, 8.15pm
It’s the most conventional entry yet in the MysteryRoad legacy, but this second season of outback detective Jay Swan’s (Gold Logie nominee Mark Coles Smith, pictured) prequel story is far from straightforward. Expectant parents Swan and Mary (NCIS:Sydney’s Tuuli Narkle) returned to her home town to prepare for their new arrival, but have instead found themselves at the centre of a 30-year-old mystery that seemingly involves everyone in Loch Iris. In tonight’s entrancing conclusion, Swan continues his hunt for missing teen Swayze (The NewBoy’s Aswan Reid), while Mary learns the truth about her adoption and Simmo (Robyn Malcolm) confronts ghosts of the past.
SBS (3)
6am Morning Programs. 9.15 The Story Of Tea. (PGd, R) 10.10 Confucius Was A Foodie. (PG, R) 11.00 Luke Nguyen’s India. (R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 The Past Ended On Mango Street. (Mal) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Ben Fogle’s Endurance: Race For The Nile. (Premiere, PGa) Two adventurers head to Africa.
9.25 Lost Treasures Of Egypt: Ramses – Master Of War. (PGav) Looks at Ramses the Great. 10.20 SBS World News Late. 10.50 Sisi. (MA15+av, R) 11.50 Rogue Heroes. (MA15+lv, R) 2.05 Heritage Rescue. (R) 3.50 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (PG, R) 4.20 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
9.30 BBC News At Six. 10.00 The Movie Show. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 The Rap Game UK. 1.30 The Bee Whisperer. 2.25 A Fork In Australia. 3.35 WorldWatch.
If You Are The One. 6.40
LOVE ISLAND AUSTRALIA
Nine, Monday, 9.10pm
Something wicked this way comes – the seven deadly sins (namely lust, pride and envy) are at the forefront for the latest season of this sun-soaked dating series. Fresh from a role hosting LoveIslandUSA companion program Aftersun, Sophie Monk (pictured) welcomes a new group of stunning Aussie singles to a Spanish villa for their own summer of love. Olympic medallist Zac Incerti already spends most of his time around the pool, so he’ll be right at home with LoveIsland’s swimwearforward dress code. He’s joined in this year’s starting line-up of shirtless hunks by NFL player Jotham Russell, who is hoping his athletic pursuits lead to a sporting chance at romance.
HOFF ROADING
SBS Viceland, Tuesday, 8.30pm
SEVEN (6, 7)
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PGas)
2.00 Bridge Of Lies: Celebrity Specials.
3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Better Homes And Gardens.
8.30 MOVIE: The Bourne Supremacy. (2004, Mlv, R) A former CIA agent, suffering from amnesia, tries to clear his name after being framed for a botched assassination. Matt Damon, Franka Potente.
11.45 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R) 12.15 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. (PGal, R) 1.15 In Plain Sight. (Madv) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.
7TWO (62, 72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 10.10 Daniel Tiger’s. 11.00 Sesame Street. 11.25 Wiggle. 11.55 Thomas And Friends. 2.15pm Thomas And Friends. 2.50 Gardening Australia Junior. 3.05 Play School. 3.40 Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 9.00 Robot Wars. 10.00 Late Programs.
NITV (34)
2.10 Letterkenny. 3.40 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Animal Rescue. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. 1.00 DVine Living. 1.30 Weekender. 2.00 House Of Wellness. 3.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Renters. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Bargain Hunt. 12.30am Escape To The Country. 1.30 Room For Improvement. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Animal Rescue. 3.00 Better Homes. 5.30 The Great Australian Doorstep.
Few could ask for a better guide to New Zealand’s breathtaking beauty than comedian Rhys Darby. The FlightoftheConchordsand OurFlagMeansDeathstar shows none other than international icon David Hasselhoff (pictured, left, with Darby) around his stomping ground in this dynamic docuseries. Part interview, part travelogue, the former co-stars get to know each other as they explore Aotearoa’s unique wildlife, food and culture over the course of a monthlong roadtrip. Hasselhoff hopes to discover a new side of himself in the process, while Darby is aiming for a coveted NZ tourism gig. Tuesday’s second leg flies the pair to Stewart Island/Rakiura, where they get up close and personal with local birdlife.
TEN (5, 10)
4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG, R) 5.00[MELB] TippingPoint Australia.(PG,R) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Bold. (PGa, R) 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 9.00 Lingo. (R) 10.00
6.00 9News.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 David Attenborough’s Asia: The Frozen North. (PG) Presented by Sir David Attenborough.
8.40 MOVIE: John Wick. (2014, MA15+lv, R) An ex-hit man comes out of retirement. Keanu Reeves, Ian McShane.
10.40 Race To The Melbourne Cup Carnival. (PGl) 11.40 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R) 12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.20 Innovation Nation. (R) 1.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 Home Shopping. 5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)
9GEM (81, 92)
(R)
The Dog House. (PGa) A bulldog gets a chance at adoption.
House Hunters Australia. (R) Married business owners who need a weekend escape from their chaotic lives search for a retreat in the Blue Mountains. 9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Mal, R) Celebrity guests include Hugh Grant. 10.30 10’s Late News. 10.55 10 News+. (R) 11.55 The Late Show
6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Poirot. 1.00 Fawlty Towers. 2.20 Blackadder Goes Forth. 3.20 MOVIE: The Third Man.
10 COMEDY (52, 11)
7MATE (64, 73) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 8.15 Motown Magic. 8.40 The Magic Canoe. 9.10 Spartakus. 10.00 Wildlife Rescue New Zealand. 11.00 Going Places. Noon Audrey Napanangka. 1.30 Cold Justice. 2.00 Kriol Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Nula. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Ocean Parks. 7.30 MOVIE: Gremlins. (1984, M) 9.30 MOVIE: Little Shop Of Horrors. (1986, M) 11.10 Nula. 11.40 Between Two Lines. Midnight Milpirri: Winds Of Change. 1.00 Going Places. 2.00 On The Road. 5.00 Bamay.
ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 The West Wing. 12.10pm MOVIE: Psycho-In-Law. (2017, M) 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 MOVIE: Godzilla: King Of The Monsters. (2019, M) 10.00 MOVIE: Fargo. (1996, MA15+) Midnight Ghost Hunters. 1.00 The Vampire Diaries. 3.00 Supernatural. 4.00 Barbie: A Touch Of Magic. 4.30 LEGO City Adventures. 4.50 Cry Babies Magic Tears. 5.10 Booba. 5.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 NFL. NFL. Week 8. Los Angeles Chargers v Minnesota Vikings. 2.30pm Nature Gone Wild. 3.00 Timbersports. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Football. AFL Women’s. Adelaide v Pt Adel. 9.45 MOVIE: Terminator Salvation. (2009, M) 12.05am MOVIE: xXx: State Of The Union. (2005, M) 2.30 Surveillance Oz. 3.00 NFL. NFL. Week 7. Los Angeles Chargers v Indianapolis Colts. Replay.
6am A Hard Day’s Night. (1964, PGs) 7.35 The Red Shoes. (1948, PG) 10.10 Monty Python’s Life Of Brian. (1979, Maln) 11.50 Godland. (2022, Manv, Danish, Icelandic) 2.30pm The Life And Death Of Colonel Blimp. (1943, PG) 5.30 Mermaids. (1990, PGls) 7.30 A Fish Called Wanda. (1988, Malsv) 9.30 Black Narcissus. (1947, PGa) 11.25 The Good Lie. (2014, Madv) 1.25am Ping Pong: The Triumph. (2023, Ml, Mandarin) 3.55 Intolerable Cruelty. (2003, Mlsv)
DRAMA (53, 12)
Saturday, October 25
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Beyond Paradise. (PG, R) 1.30 Professor T. (M, R) 2.15
The Assembly. (PG, R) 3.00 Ryuichi Sakamoto: Opus. 4.40 The Assembly. (PGl, R) 5.25 Landline. (R) 5.55 Australian Story: Ride Of Her Life – Saya Sakakibara. (R)
6.25 I Was Actually There: September 11 Terrorist Attack. (PGa, R) A look at the September 11 attacks.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Beyond Paradise. (PG) A priest at a Catholic school goes missing.
8.30 Return To Paradise. (PG, R) When a radical eco-activist is murdered, Mackenzie and her team must figure out how the victim was killed.
9.30 Mystery Road: Origin. (Mal, R) Jay closes in on the suspects. Mary’s world is torn apart.
10.25 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (Malv, R) Alice meets another of Rob’s exes. 11.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Continuous music programming.
ABC FAMILY (22)
6am Children’s Programs. 4.45pm Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Super Monsters. 5.40 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 6.25 Paddington. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 8.00 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.40 Chopped Jnr. 9.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.10 Late Programs.
NITV (34)
6am Morning Programs. 1.25pm Ocean Parks. 2.15 Nula. 2.45 Precious Leader Woman. 3.35 The First Inventors. 4.30 Homesteads. 5.00 Strait To The Plate. 6.00 Amplify. 6.40 The Other Side. 7.30 Alone Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: The Fifth Element. (1997, PG) 10.40 Stand Up And Be Counted: A NAIDOC Concert Special. 12.35am Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Beyond The Beaten Path. (Ml, R) 10.55 Travel Quest. (PG, R) 11.55 BBC News At Ten. 12.25 France 24. 12.55 Soccer. Australian Championship. Round 3. Marconi Stallions FC v Wollongong Wolves. 3.00 Soccer. Australian Championship. Round 3. Sydney United 58 FC v Metrostars. 5.30 Flying Knights.
6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Royal Homes: Castle Of Mey. (Premiere) Looks at Castle of Mey, a secluded royal bolt hole hidden deep in the Highlands. 8.25 Rose Ayling-Ellis: Old Hands, New Tricks. Follows Rose Ayling-Ellis as she embarks on an incredible experiment teaching a group of retirees British Sign Language.
10.40 The Hospital: In The Deep End: The Problem With Modern Life. (Ma, R) A look behind the scenes at St Vincent’s.
11.40 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Mav, R) A gay philanthropist is murdered.
3.00 Outside: Beyond The Lens. (R)
4.00 Black West. (Mav, R) 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SBS VICELAND (31)
6am Morning
Programs. Noon Curse Of Oak Island. 1.40 Trip Hazard: My Great British Adventure. 2.35 A Fork In The Road. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.40 Mastermind Aust. 6.40 Mysteries From Above. 7.35 Impossible Engineering. 8.30 Big Fat Quiz Best Bits: Ultimate Rivals. 9.30 The Idea Of Australia. 10.30 Snowpiercer. 12.30am Late Programs.
SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)
6am Morning Programs. 2.15pm The Movie Show. 2.50 Sissi. (1955, German) 4.50 Sissi: The Young Empress. (1956, PG, German, Hungarian) 6.50 Horrible Histories: The Movie. (2019, PGv) 8.30 The Town. (2010, MA15+lv) 10.45 Post Coitum, Animal Triste. (1997, Malsv, French) 12.35am Late Programs.
Sunday, October 26
ABC TV (2)
6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 Conquest Of The Skies. (Final, R) 3.20 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.10 The Role Of A Lifetime. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow.
6.00 Grand Designs Australia. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 The Assembly: Maggie Beer. (Final, l) The students interview Maggie Beer.
8.15 Mystery Road: Origin. (Final, Malv) The killers are exposed. 9.10 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (Ml) Alice travels to the past.
10.10 Mother And Son. (PGdl, R)
10.35 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (R)
11.05 MOVIE: My Brother Jack – Part 1. (2001, Mnv, R)
12.35 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 1.05 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R) 3.30 The Art Of... (PG, R) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)
SEVEN (6, 7)
6.00 NBC Today. News and current affairs.
7.00 Weekend Sunrise. The latest news, sport and weather.
10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) Highlights from the past week. 12.00 Horse Racing. Cox Plate Day and Spring Champion Stakes Day.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. (PG) Presented by Chrissie Swan. 8.00 MOVIE: A Good Day To Die Hard. (2013, Mlv, R) After learning his estranged son is in trouble, a New York cop heads to Russia to lend a hand. Bruce Willis, Jai Courtney. 10.00 MOVIE: Predator. (1987, Mlv, R) A team of mercenaries is hunted by an alien. Arnold Schwarzenegger, Carl Weathers. 12.15 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 11. Gold Coast 500. Day 1. Highlights. 1.15 In Plain Sight. (Madv)
2.30 To Be Advised.
3.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 It’s Academic. (R) 5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)
7TWO (62, 72)
6am Morning Programs. 11.30 GetOn Extra. Noon Room For Improvement. 12.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 1.00 Animal Rescue. 1.30 Better Homes. 4.00 Harry’s Practice. 4.30 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 5.30 Animal Rescue. 6.00 Dog Patrol. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 1.30am Late Programs.
7MATE (64, 73)
6am Morning
Programs. 1.30pm Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Gold Coast 500. Qualifying and support races. 3.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Gold Coast 500. Pre-Race And race 28. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Football. AFLW. Brisbane v Melbourne. 9.15 MOVIE: The Amazing Spider-Man 2. (2014, M) 12.05am Late Programs.
NINE (8, 9)
TEN (5, 10)
6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 My Way. 12.30 Our State On A Plate. (R) 1.00 Great Australian Detour. (R) 1.30 The Golden Bachelor. (PGls, R) 3.20 David Attenborough’s Asia. (PG, R) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. (PG) 6am Morning Programs. 12.00 Chef’s Garden. (R) 12.30 Planet Shapers. (R) 1.00
6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 MOVIE: Zookeeper. (2011, PGls, R) Animals help a zookeeper find love. Kevin James, Rosario Dawson. 9.30 MOVIE: The Wedding Singer. (1998, Mls, R) A wedding singer and a waitress, both engaged to be married, realise they are meant for each other. Adam Sandler, Drew Barrymore. 11.25 Next Stop. A look at holiday destinations.
11.55 Court Cam. (Mlv, R) 12.25 Rugby League. Ashes Tour. First Test. England v Australia. 2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)
9GEM (81, 92)
6am Morning Programs.
1.30pm Rugby League. Women’s Pacific C’ships. Pacific Bowl. Cook Islands Moana v Tonga XIII. 4.00 Rugby League. Men’s Pacific C’ships. Pacific Bowl. Papua New Guinea Kumuls v Cook Islands Aitu. 6.00 MOVIE: Revolt At Fort Laramie. (1957, PG) 7.30 TBA. Midnight MOVIE: Scars Of Dracula. (1970, M) 2.00 Late Programs.
9GO! (82, 93)
6am Morning
Programs. 1pm Soccer. English Premier League. Nottingham Forest v Chelsea. 3.00 Basketball. WNBL. Geelong Venom v Adelaide. 5.00 Young Sheldon. 5.30 MOVIE: The Pink Panther. (2006, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Mask. (1994, PG) 9.30 MOVIE: The Hangover Part III. (2013, MA15+) 11.35 Seinfeld. 12.05am Late Programs.
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. A couple struggle to sell their property. 8.30 Ambulance UK. (Ma, R) Ambulance crews attend to an 85-year-old man who has collapsed and cut his leg, a woman with chest pain, a male patient who has come off his motorbike and a 93-year-old female struggling with shortness of breath. 9.45 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows.
10.45 The Gilded Age. (PGa, R) George prepares for a legal battle. 11.40 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv, R) 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.
SBS (3) SEVEN (6, 7)
6am Morning Programs. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Cycling. UCI Gran Fondo World Championships. Highlights. 4.00 Motor Racing. World Rally-Raid Championships. Round 4. BP Ultimate Rally-Raid Portugal. Highlights. 4.30 Going Places. (R) 5.30 Flying Knights. (PGav)
6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Seven Wonders Of The Ancient World: Halicarnassus/ Hanging Gardens Of Babylon/ Temple Of Artemis. (PGa) 8.30 King And Conqueror. (Mlv) Tensions rise between Harold and William. 9.25 Dan Snow’s Greatest Discoveries: Machu Picchu. (PGav, R) Dan Snow explores the lost city of the Inca.
10.20 The Wonders Of Europe. (PG, R) 11.20 Franklin. (MA15+l, R) 1.05 Europe’s Greatest Train Journeys. (PGa, R) 3.55 Growing A Greener World. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.
SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 3pm Play School. 3.45 Room On The Broom. 4.10 Odd Squad. 4.35 Little J And Big Cuz. 5.10 Isadora Moon. 6.30 Paddington. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Do Not Watch This Show. 7.35 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 8.10 Crongton. 8.35 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.15 Abbott Elementary. 10.00 Late Programs.
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6am Morning Programs. Noon Motorcycle Racing. FIM Superbike World C’ship. Pirelli Spanish Round. 1.00 Girl, Taken. 2.45 Jeopardy! 4.50 WorldWatch. 5.50 History’s Greatest Heists With Pierce Brosnan. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Field Of Vampires. 9.35 Uncanny. 10.45 Hudson & Rex. 11.35 The Change. (Return) 12.05am Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 12.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 11. Gold Coast 500. Day 2. Qualifying and support races. 2.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 11. Gold Coast 500. Day 2. Pre-race and race. 5.30 Border Security. (PG, R)
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 The Voice. (PG) 8.10 Madeleine McCann: Searching For The Prime Suspect. (M) Dr Graham Hill returns to Praia da Luz. 9.10 24 Hours In Police Custody: Fifty Shades Of Abuse. (MA15+a, R) Police investigate a suspected assault.
10.10 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous. (Masv, R) 11.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Round 11. Gold Coast 500. Day 2. H’lights. From Surfers Paradise Street Circuit, Queensland. 12.30 The Long Song. (Masv) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
7TWO (62, 72)
6am Morning Programs. 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. (PG) 11.00 Cross Court. 11.30 Drive: Driving Value. (PG) 12.00 2024 Melbourne Cup Carnival Official Film. 1.00 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PGm, R) 2.00 The Golden Bachelor. (PGls, R) 3.15 The Block. (PGl, R) 5.00 News. 5.30 Postcards. (PG)
6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 The Block. (Final, PGl) The houses go up for auction. 8.45 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians. 9.45 9News Late.
10.15 Essex Millionaire Murders. (Premiere, Mdlv) A wealthy couple in their 60s are found dead.
11.15 Mobsters: Frank Lucas. (Madv) 12.15 Customs. (PG, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
9GEM (81, 92)
6am Morning Programs. 9.30 The Chef’s Garden. 10.00 Frugal Foodie. (R) 10.30 10 Minute Kitchen. (R) 11.00 Placemakers: Expedition Kimberley. (R) 11.30 Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGl, R) 1.30 Lingo. (R) 2.30 Basketball. NBL. Round 6. Melbourne United v Adelaide 36ers. 4.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 5.00 News.
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Mark Coles Smith. 8.00 Watson. (Final, PGav) The team must make a difficult decision when it seems that only one of the twins can be saved. 9.00 Matlock. (PGad, R) A big class-action case against the prison system hits close to home. Matty plays matchmaker with Sarah and a girl from IT. 11.00 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
6am Morning Programs. Noon Escape To The Country. 1.00 The Surgery Ship. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Escape To The Country. 3.30 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys. 4.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 The Marlow Murder Club. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 Miniseries: The Thief, His Wife And The Canoe. 11.30 Heathrow. 12.30am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Rugby League. Women’s Pacific C’ships. Pacific Cup. Aust v Feta Samoa. 3.30 Rugby League. Men’s Pacific C’ships. Pacific Cup. Toa Samoa v Tonga XIII. 6.00 MOVIE: M*A*S*H: Goodbye, Farewell And Amen. (1983, PG) 8.30 MOVIE: The Expendables 3. (2014, M) 11.00 Major Crimes. Midnight Late Programs.
ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Tennis. Laver Cup. H’lights. 3.00 Big Rigs Of Oz. 3.30 Project Impossible. 4.30 Young Sheldon. 5.00 Dinner With The Parents. 5.30 MOVIE: The Lego Batman Movie. (2017, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: National Lampoon’s Vacation. (1983, M) 9.30 MOVIE: Get Shorty. (1995, MA15+) 11.40 Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Storage Wars. Noon The Fishing Show By AFN. 1.00 Football. AFLW. Western Bulldogs v Geelong. 3.00 Football. AFLW. Carlton v GWS Giants. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Border Security USA. 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 MOVIE: Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. (2018, M) 11.05 MOVIE: District 9. (2009, MA15+) 1.20am Late Programs.
9GO! (82, 93) 6am Morning Programs. 1.10pm Hounds. (2023, Malv, Berber, French) 2.55 Bicycle Thief. (1948, PG, Italian) 4.30 Black Narcissus. (1947, PGa) 6.25 Charade. (1963, PGv) 8.30 Shanghai. (2010, MA15+dv) 10.30 Ali. (2001, Mlsv) 1.25am The Town. (2010, MA15+lv) 3.40 Post Coitum, Animal Triste. (1997, Malsv, French) 5.25 The Movie Show. 7MATE (64, 73) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Nganampa Anwernekenhe. 2.30 Johnny Warren’s Football Mission. 3.40 The Point. 4.40 Stand Up And Be Counted: A NAIDOC Concert Special. 6.40 Ocean Parks. 7.30 Great Australian Road Trips. 8.30 Kindred. 10.10 MOVIE: Ten Canoes. (2006, M) 11.50 Late Programs.
Monday, October 27
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 News. 9.00 News. 9.55 Teenage Boss: Next Level. (R) 10.25 Annika. (Mav, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 2.55 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.10 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.55 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.55 QI. (PG, R)
6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Australian Story. Australians tell personal stories.
8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.
9.25 Media Watch. (PG) Presented by Linton Besser. 9.40 Planet America. Hosted by Chas Licciardello and John Barron.
10.15 I Was Actually There. (PG, R)
10.45 ABC Late News. 11.00 The Business. (R) 11.15 Creative Types With Virginia Trioli. (M, R) 11.45 End Game With Tony Armstrong. (Ml, R) 12.35 Parliament Question Time. 1.35 Grand Designs. (R) 2.20 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 3.10 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv) 3.30 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
ABC FAMILY (22)
6am Morning Programs. 12.10 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News Weekend. 1.30 Al Jazeera News Hour. 2.00 Women Who Rock. (Mls, R) 3.00 Bollywed. 3.25 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.30 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Big Fat Quiz Best Bits: Ultimate Fails. A compilation of bad quizzing and bloopers.
8.30 King And Conqueror. (Mlv) Harold negotiates to secure Mercia’s support.
9.25 Sydney’s Super Tunnel: Testing Times. (PG, R) Thirty kilometres of tunnelling is finished.
10.30 SBS World News Late.
11.00 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes. (PG)
11.35 Conviction: The Case Of Stephen Lawrence. (Ma, R) 12.30 Ralph And Katie. (PGal, R) 3.50 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SEVEN (6, 7)
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PGas) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PG) Lol and Lil return for their ultimate instant restaurant, serving six ambitious dishes amid rising tensions amongst the teams.
9.05 The Rookie. (Mav) An April Fools’ prank on LAPD’s social media leads to citywide chaos.
10.05 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mv) A psychiatric patient escapes her facility.
11.05 S.W.A.T. (Mv) The squad scrambles to track down a sniper.
7.30 The Golden Bachelor. (Ms) Hosted by Samantha Armytage. 9.10 Love Island Australia. (Return, Mls) Aussie singles head to a villa on the island of Mallorca, Spain, where they couple up and stay together.
10.30 9News Late.
11.00 The Equalizer. (Mav) Harry goes undercover.
11.50 Transplant. (MA15+am, R)
12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
2.30 Global Shop. (R)
3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 A Current Affair. (R)
5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
TEN (5, 10)
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer.
7.30 Selling Houses Australia. A couple move to Canberra. 8.30 Sam Pang Tonight. (Mals) A weekly tonight show hosted by Sam Pang, featuring a monologue roasting the news of the week. 9.30 Talkin’ ‘Bout Your Gen. (PGls, R) Hosted by Anne Edmonds, with team captains Dave Hughes, Tommy Little and Anisa Nandaula. 10.30 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 10.55 10 News+. (R) 11.55 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
7TWO (62, 72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.25pm Bea’s Block. 2.50 Gardening Australia Junior. 3.05 Play School. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Gladiators UK. 9.35 The Crystal Maze. 10.20 Late Programs.
NITV (34)
6am Morning Programs. Noon Kindred. 1.40 The Lake Winnipeg Project. 2.00 Kriol Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 The 77 Percent. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Ocean Parks. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Karla Grant Presents. 9.30 MOVIE: The Drover’s Wife. (2021, MA15+) 11.25 Treaty Road. 12.25am Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 2.20pm Lost For Words. 3.30 History’s Crazy Rich Ancients. 3.55 WorldWatch. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Sue Perkins: Into Alaska. (Premiere) 9.25 Buzzcocks. 10.05 Tell Me What You Really Think. 11.05 Late Bloomer. 11.35 Late Programs.
SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)
6am Morning Programs. 2pm The Wild Duck. (1983, PG) 3.50 Horrible Histories: The Movie. (2019, PGv) 5.30 Where Angels Fear To Tread. (1991, PGa) 7.35 The Queen Of My Dreams. (2023, Mal) 9.30 Your Monster. (2024, MA15+v) 11.25 One Cut Of The Dead. (2017, MA15+vw, Japanese) 1.15am Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. Noon The Voice. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Endeavour. 10.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 11.30 Late Programs.
7MATE (64, 73)
6am Morning
Programs. 2.30pm Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Gold Coast 500. H’lights. 3.30 Motor Racing. Supercars C’ship. Gold Coast 500. H’lights. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Crystal Hunters. 8.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 10.30 Late Programs.
Tuesday, October 28
ABC TV (2)
SBS (3)
6am Morning Programs. 10.30 Planet America. (R) 11.00 Whitlam: The Power And The Passion. (Final, PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (Ml, R) 2.00 Parliament. 2.55 Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 4.10 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.55 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.55 QI. (PG, R) 6am Morning Programs. 11.10 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Women Who Rock. (Ml, R) 3.00 Bollywed. 3.25 The Cook Up. (R) 4.00 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 I Was Actually There: Cronulla Riots. (MA15+) 8.30 End Game With Tony Armstrong. (Ml) Tony Armstrong continues his UK journey.
9.20 The Art Of. (PG) Hosted by Namila Benson and Zoe Norton Lodge. 9.55 The Assembly: Sam Neill. (PG, R) 10.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 10.55 ABC Late News. 11.10 The Business. (R) 11.25 Four Corners. (R) 12.20 Labor In Power. (Final, PG, R) 1.20 Parliament Question Time. 2.20 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 3.05 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 3.50 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Great British Railway Journeys: Dudley To West Bromwich. 8.30 Tell Me What You Really Think: Old. (M) Hosted by Marc Fennell. 9.30 The Hospital: In The Deep End: The Future. (Ma, R) A look behind the scenes at St Vincent’s.
10.35 SBS World News Late.
11.05 The Point. (R) 12.05 Safe Home. (Malv, R) 1.00 The Unusual Suspects. (Mdl, R) 2.00 Mariupol: The People’s Story. (MA15+alvw, R) 3.40 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
(6, 7)
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PGas) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel. 9.05 Murder In A Small Town. (M) 10.05 Ron Iddles: The Good Cop: Bonnie Clarke. (MA15+av, R) Ron Iddles revisits a 1982 unsolved murder.
11.05 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (Masv) The gang prepares for the Gardening Cup.
12.05 Pretty Hard Cases. (Madv)
1.05 Travel Oz. (PG, R)
1.35 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
9GEM (81, 92)
6am Morning Programs.
11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Poirot. 1.00 Keeping Up Appearances. 2.20 Yes, Prime Minister. 2.50 Antiques Roadshow. 3.20 MOVIE: S*P*Y*S. (1974, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 10.40 Major Crimes. 11.40 Poirot. 1am Late Programs.
9GO! (82, 93)
6am Morning
Programs. Noon MOVIE: Godzilla: King Of The Monsters. (2019, M) 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Hunter Killer. (2018, MA15+) 10.50 Seinfeld. 11.50 Veronica Mars. 12.50am The Vampire Diaries. 2.40 Late Programs.
7.30 The Golden Bachelor. (PGal) Hosted by Samantha Armytage.
8.55 Love Island Australia. (Mls) Aussie singles head to a villa on the island of Mallorca, Spain, where they must couple up and stay together. 10.10 9News Late. 10.40 Wild Cards. (Mv) 11.35 Black Widow: The Killing Of David Jackson. (Mav, R) 12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
6am Morning Programs. 11.45 Vegan Vigilantes. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 The Rap Game UK. 1.35 Homicide. 2.30 MH370: The Lost Flight. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.45 The Food That Built The World. 6.35 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Hoff Roading. 9.25 Alone. 10.25 Hoarders. 11.15 Calipari: Razor’s Edge. Midnight Late Programs.
7TWO (62, 72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 3.05pm Play School. 3.40 Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.55 Octonauts. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Deadly 60. 9.05 Shark With Steve Backshall. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs.
9GEM (81, 92)
6am Morning Programs. Noon My Kitchen Rules. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 Hornby: A Model Empire. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 Judge John Deed. 10.45 The Yorkshire Vet. 11.45 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Poirot. 1.00 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: On The Fiddle. (1961) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Agatha Raisin. 10.40 Major Crimes. 11.40 Poirot. 1am Creflo. 1.30 Late Programs.
ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 12.10pm MOVIE: The Wrong Wedding Planner. (2020, M) 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: The Northman. (2022, MA15+) 11.15 Seinfeld. 12.15am Veronica Mars. 1.10 The Vampire Diaries. 3.05 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 American Pickers. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 Outback Crystal Hunters. 2.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Truckers. 9.30 Outback
SEVEN
TEN (5, 10) NINE (8, 9)
Wednesday, October 29
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30
National Press Club Address. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 2.55 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.10 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 4.55 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.55 QI. (Ml, R)
6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) Hosted by Tom Gleeson.
8.30 Mother And Son. (Final, PGdl) Maggie throws herself a party.
9.00 The Assembly: Maggie Beer. (Final, l, R) The students interview Maggie Beer.
9.45 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee (NZ) (PG, R) 10.30 If You’re Listening. (R)
10.50 ABC Late News.
11.05 The Business. (R) 11.20 Planet America. (R) 11.55 You Can’t Ask That. (M, R) 12.25 Parliament Question Time. 1.25 Grand Designs. (R) 2.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.15 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
ABC FAMILY (22)
6am Morning Programs. 11.10 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Tell Me What You Really Think. (Mals, R) 3.00 Bollywed. 3.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 I Am The River, The River Is Me. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 The Idea Of Australia: Dreams Of Land. (PG) Looks at the land of Australia.
8.30 Great British Train Journeys
From Above: The West Somerset Railway. Looks at the West Somerset railway, which steams through the rolling hills of England’s south-west.
9.30 After The Sky Fell On Lockerbie. (PGa, R) A continued look at Lockerbie bombing. 10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 I Am Scrooge. (Ml) 11.50 This Town. (MA15+l, R) 2.05 Peter O’Toole: Along Sky Roads To Aqaba. (MA15+l, R) 3.40 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 3pm Play School. 3.40 Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 6.40 Super Monsters Save Halloween. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 TBA. 9.20 Teen Titans Go! 9.55 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 10.15 Late Programs.
NITV (34)
6am Morning
Programs. 11.45 Trainspotting With Francis Bourgeois. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 The Rap Game UK. 1.35 Tales From A Suitcase. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 9.25 MOVIE: The Shining. (1980, MA15+) 11.55 Late Programs.
SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm Big Boss. 2.00 Kriol Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Ocean Parks. 7.30 Chatham Islanders. 8.30 MOVIE: Mad Dog Morgan. (1976, MA15+) 10.20 Destiny In Alice. 10.50 Words Matter. 11.15 Black And Dusty. Midnight Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 11.35 Benjamin. (2018, Madls) 1.10pm Joe Bell. (2020, Madlsv) 2.55 The Movie Show. 4.00 A Great Friend. (2023, PGalsv, French) 5.45 Francis: Pray For Me. (2015, PGals, Spanish) 7.40 Hero. (2002, Mv, Mandarin) 9.30 Death Proof. (2007, MA15+lv) 11.35 Re-Animator. (1985, MA15+hnv) 1.15am Late Programs.
SEVEN (6, 7)
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PGas) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)
7.30 RFDS. (Ma) Chaya’s fundraiser spirals.
8.30 Off The Grid With Colin And Manu. (M) Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel are in Cromwell for a day of adrenalin-packed activities.
9.30 House Of Wellness. (PG) Mel Doyle and Shane Crawford are joined by Dr Andrew Rochford and Yvie Jones where no topic is off limits.
10.30 Chicago Fire. (Ma) Cruz receives a chilling omen.
11.30 The Amazing Race. (PG)
1.00 Imposters. (Madlsv, R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
7.30 Budget Battlers. (PGl) Hosted by Jess Eva and Norm Hogan. 8.40 Love Island Australia. (MA15+ls) Aussie singles head to a villa on the island of Mallorca, Spain, where they must couple up and stay together.
9.55 To Be Advised.
10.55 9News Late.
11.25 Resident Alien. (Mlv) Harry and D’arcy travel to an unexpected place.
12.10 Tipping Point. (PG, R)
1.05 Let’s Eat With George. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R)
3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
9GEM (81, 92)
Programs. Noon My Kitchen Rules. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 House Of Wellness. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Inspector George Gently. 10.45 Air Crash Inv. 11.45 Bargain Hunt. 12.45am Late Programs. 6am Morning
7MATE (64, 73)
6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 Outback Truckers. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 The Force: BTL. 9.30 Caught On Dashcam. 10.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 11.30 Live PD: Police Patrol. Midnight Late Programs.
Thursday, October 30
ABC TV (2)
Programs. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Poirot. 1.00 Agatha Raisin. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The Count Of Monte-Cristo. (1975, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.50 Major Crimes. 11.50 Poirot. 1am Creflo. 1.30 Late Programs.
9GO! (82, 93)
6am Morning Programs. Noon MOVIE: National Lampoon’s Vacation. (1983, M) 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 MOVIE: Dumb Money. (2023, MA15+) 10.35 Seinfeld. 11.35 Veronica Mars. 12.30am The Vampire Diaries. 2.10 Late Programs.
SBS (3)
6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 I Was Actually There. (M, R) 10.30 End Game With Tony Armstrong. (Ml, R) 11.30 Mother And Son. (Final, PGdl, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Silent Witness. (Ma, R) 2.00 Parliament. 2.55 Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 5.55 QI. (PG, R) 6am Morning Programs. 10.20 Confucius Was A Foodie. (R) 11.10 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 The Idea Of Australia. (PG, R) 3.05 Bollywed. (PGl) 3.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Eternal Sky. 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Grand Designs Australia: Rye Cave. A man plans to build a home in Rye.
9.00 Long Lost Family. (PG) Hosted by Davina McCall and Nicky Campbell. 9.45 Mystery Road: Origin. (Final, Mlv, R) The killers are exposed.
10.35 ABC Late News.
10.50 The Business. (R)
11.10 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 12.00 Parliament Question Time.
1.00 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.50 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv) 3.10 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
ABC FAMILY (22)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain: Seville And The Andalusia Region. (PGav) 8.25 From That Small Island: The Irish Story: From The Beginning. (Premiere) Looks at the history of the Irish.
9.25 Blue Lights. Grace grows exasperated by the limits of the job.
10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 Davos 1917. (Mav) 11.55 The Shelter. (Ma, R) 2.20 Dance In Focus: Still Life. (R) 2.45 Best Australian Dance Short Films 2021. (PG, R) 3.45 Growing A Greener World. (R) 4.45 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 3.40pm Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 6.40 Super Monsters. 7.05 Rocket Club. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.20 Amazing Animal Friends. 10.05 Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 11.45 Trainspotting With Francis Bourgeois. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 The Rap Game UK. 1.40 The Late Session. 2.50 Insight. 4.00 WorldWatch. 6.00 Our Medicine. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Curse Of Oak Island. 10.10 The UnXplained. 11.00 Kabul. (Premiere) 12.50am Homicide. 1.45 Late Programs.
(6, 7)
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PGas) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away.
8.30 Jim Jefferies And Friends. (MA15+) Jim Jefferies reminisces about Aussie showbags. Featuring Tommy Little, Katie Wainhouse and Andrew Maxwell.
9.30 First Dates UK. (M) As Christmas arrives, Fred and his team are back and pulling out all the stops to make sure this year’s is one to remember.
10.30 Australia’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (MA15+av, R) 11.30 Gatecrashers.
12.30 Life. (Malsv, R)
1.30 Harry’s Practice. (R)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
7TWO (62, 72)
6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Air Crash Inv. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Line Of Duty. 11.50 Murdoch Mysteries. 12.50am Father Brown. 2.00 Late Programs.
TEN (5, 10)
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer.
7.30 The Celebrity Traitors UK. (Ml) Hosted by Claudia Winkleman. 8.50 To Be Advised. 9.50 The Gilded Age. (PGa) George’s day in court arrives. 10.50 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.15 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.10 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Budget Battlers. (PGl, R) 1.00 Great Australian Detour. (PGl, R) 1.30 My Way. (R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG, R) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Bold. (PG, R) 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R)
6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 RBT. (Mdl, R) Follows the activities of police units.
8.30 Love Island Australia. (Mls) Aussie singles head to a villa on the island of Mallorca, Spain, where they couple up and stay together.
9.45 To Be Advised.
10.45 9News Late.
11.15 Chicago Med. (MA15+am)
12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 Hello SA. (PG) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
9GEM (81, 92)
6am Morning Programs. Noon Poirot. 1.00 Midsomer Murders. 3.10 Antiques Roadshow. 3.40 MOVIE: The Big Job. (1965) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Clarkson’s Farm. 8.30 MOVIE: The Full Monty. (1997, M) 10.20 Yes, Prime Minister. 11.20 Poirot. 12.30am Late Programs.
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 Gogglebox Australia. Opinionated viewers discuss TV shows. 8.30 The Celebrity Traitors UK. (Ml) Hosted by Claudia Winkleman. 9.50 Law & Order: SVU. (MA15+v, R)
Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 Highway Patrol. 2.30 The Force: BTL. 3.00 Talking W. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Family Guy. 8.30 American Dad! 9.30 MOVIE: You Don’t Mess With The Zohan. (2008, M) 11.50 Late Programs.
9GO! (82, 93) 6am Morning Programs. 12.35pm The Code Of Silence. (2022, Madlv, Italian) 2.50 Oink. (2022, PGav, Dutch) 4.15 Mrs Lowry And Son. (2019, PGan) 5.55 Poms. (2019, PGals) 7.35 How To Blow Up A Pipeline. (2022, Madlv) 9.30 Doctor Sleep. (2019, MA15+av) 12.20am I Know What You Did Last Summer. (1997, MA15+hv) 2.10 Late Programs. 7MATE (64, 73) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs.
6am Morning Programs. Noon MOVIE: My Sister’s Keeper. (2009, M) 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Survivor 49. 9.00 MOVIE: Beetlejuice. (1988, M) 10.55 Seinfeld. 11.55 Veronica Mars. 12.50am The Vampire Diaries. 2.40 Supernatural. 3.35 Late Programs.
Sharing ancient stories
SeaLink South East Queensland (SEQ) has partnered with respected Quandamooka Elder Matt Burns to share the ancient stories and cultural wisdom of North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) through its signature Indigenous experience, the Goompi Trail.
A proud Noonuccal and Nughi man, Mr Burns has been delivering First Nations tourism experiences for more than 30 years.
RaisedonMinjerribahasatraditionalhunter and gatherer, his connection to Country is personal, profound and powerfully engaging. Withknowledgepasseddownthroughgenerations, he brings the land and its stories to life through artefacts, cultural performance and hands-on demonstrations that invite guests to learn, connect and reflect.
“I’ve been doing this all my life,” said Matt Burns, SeaLink SEQ’s Cultural Programs Leader.
“The most rewarding part is seeing people change their perspectives, when they learn something new about Aboriginal culture or history, and it really stays with them.”.
Unlike newer offerings, the Goompi Trail is a well-established and deeply local experience, now marking its 30th year. This coastal walk was created by Mr Burns and is still personally led by him, a cultural authority who grew up on the island and has dedicated his life to sharing its stories.
Mr Burns guides guests through Dunwich (Goompi), providing a First Nations perspective on the island’s ancient past—sharing bush medicine, traditional hunting methods, native wildlife, and culturally significant sites.
The journey begins with a scenic passenger ferry ride from Cleveland to the island, where guests are welcomed with a traditional Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony beneath the native gums, before taking part in an interactive presentation of traditional tools and hunting implements. As guests walk the coastline with Matt, they gain insight into bush medicine, native foods, traditional knowledge and culturally significant sites that have shaped the Quandamooka way of life for tens of thousands of years and will gain insight into life before colonisation.
“It’s not just a tour,” Mr Burns said. “It’s a cultural conversation. We talk about how our people lived, the signs and sounds we look for in nature, and how everything is connected. You come away with a new awareness of the land around you.”
InadditiontotheGoompiTrail,SeaLinkoffers a range of immersive cultural workshops co-designed and led by Mr Burns, tailored to groups of all ages, including: Bush Tucker and Bush Medicine Tours – Learn how native plants have long been used for healing,
nourishment, and sustainable living. Spear and Boomerang Throwing Demonstrations –See traditional hunting techniques in action and discover the skill behind these ancient tools. Dance and Didgeridoo Workshops –Join the local dance troupe as they share the stories, rhythm, and movement of Aboriginal culture through dance and live didgeridoo performances. Cultural Awareness Programs – Engaging sessions tailored for schools, workplaces and community groups to deepen understanding and respect for Quandamooka history and traditions.
The day concludes with a leisurely rooftop meal at Straddie Brewing Co, featuring a
generous lunch and locally crafted beverages, before guests return to the mainland on a SeaLink ferry service of their choosing.
Mr Burns’ programs are recognised across Queensland for their educational and cultural value. He regularly partners with schools, universities and government bodies, and delivers Indigenous cultural training to SeaLink employees working in the Quandamooka region, ensuring authentic, respectful engagement with Country and community.
SeaLink South East Queensland General Manager Ben Renwick said Matt’s work is foundational to SeaLink SEQ’s reconciliation
journey in the region.
“Matt’s passion and knowledge create truly meaningful experiences for both visitors and our team,” said he said.
Matt has worked alongside SeaLink SEQ for over a decade and officially joined the team in 2019.
“Whether you’re joining a dance workshop, exploring ancient traditions on the Goompi Trail, or sitting on the headland listening to storiespasseddownthroughgenerations,SeaLink’s cultural tours offer a level of authenticity, depth and perspective you won’t find anywhere else,” Ben said.
Matt Burns.
Respected Quandamooka Elder Matt Burns shaing the ancient stories and cultural wisdom of North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah) through ithe Goompi Trail.
Passing on the stories.
7 Nights
Apr 2026 - Mar 2027
Full-Board River Cruise
3 night Murray River cruise on board PS Murray Princess with all meals and sightseeing
Tour of Murray River Bridge and historic Roundhouse
Guided nature walk of Salt Bush Flat
Taste Riverland food and wine
Dragon-Fly flat-bottomed boat wildlife tour
Hotel Stays
3 nights five-star hotel stay in Adelaide with breakfast
1 night four-star hotel stay in Kangaroo Island with breakfast, lunch and dinner
Fully Escorted
Barossa Valley Tours
Full day Barossa Valley tour with lunch and wine tastings including:
Saltram wine estate, lunch and wine tasting at Lambert Estate, visit to Barossa Valley Chocolate Company, photo stop at Menglers Hill Lookout, vineyard tour & wine tasting at Jacob’s Creek visitor centre, stop at Beerenberg Farm, and free time in Hahndorf to explore the historic German settlement
Fully Escorted Kangaroo Island Tours
2 day Kangaroo Island tour including: Emu Ridge Eucalyptus
Distillery, Clifford’s Honey Farm, In-Flight Birds of Prey Display at Raptor Domain, Seal Bay Conservation Park guided beach walk, lunch at Emu Bay Lavender Farm, Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park, and Flinders Chase National Park All Flights, Taxes & Transfers
RHINE GETAWAY
rivers, the Rhine. Discover the turreted fortresses, grand cathedrals, historic cities, medieval towns and spectacular scenery of the Middle Rhine. Sip the region’s renowned wines, the roots of its terraced vineyards reaching back to Roman times, and savour the culinary traditions of Alsace.
BREISACH, GERMANY
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
WANT YOUR EVENT LISTED? Community Calendar is made available free of charge to not-for-profit organisations to keep the public informed of special events and activities. Send item details to Geelong Independent Community Calendar, 1/47 Pakington Street, Geelong West, 3218, or email to editorial@geelongindependent.com.au. Deadline for copy and announcements is 5pm Tuesday.
Songs of Praise
Afternoon of singing some of the old favourite hymns with guest artists followed by afternoon tea. Sunday 26 October, 2.30-4pm. Aberdeen Street Baptist Church, 7 Aberdeen Street, Newtown. Free.
abreception@hotmail.com
Portarlington Neighbourhood House Garden trail, Sunday 2 November, 10am-4pm, 15 private gardens open for inspection, $10, kids free.
Facebook - Portarlington Garden Trail 2025
Ballroom dance
Leopold Hall, 805-809 Bellarine Highway, Saturday October 25, 7.30-10.30pm, $10 includes supper, music Puff.
0400 500 402
Austrian Club Geelong Oktoberfest, music by Silver Echoes, Sunday 26 October, noon-5pm, Sutcliff Reserve, 240 Plantation Road, Corio. Food, beer, fun.
Karl, 0412 205 714
Ocean Grove Senior Citizens
101 The Terrace, Ocean Grove
Weekly
Tuesday: snooker 1pm, chess, indoor bowls 1.15pm. Wednesday: bingo 1.15pm, ukulele class 2pm, guitar jam session 4pm. Thursday: snooker 1pm, cards 500, social afternoons 1.15pm. Friday: art classes 9am.
Fortnightly
CWA 1st & 3rd Monday 2.30pm
Kareen, 0419 246 346, or Janis, 5255 4585
Monthly
Inhouse Movies 3rd Wednesday 1.30pm.
Dianne, 5255 1372
Hamlyn Heights Combined Probus Meets second Thursday of the month, 10am, 200 McCurdy Road, Fyansford.
Noel, 0425 706 339
Esoteric coffee meetups
For mature 18+ interested in the supernatural/occult paranormal experiences tarot cards, Anton La Vey, NDE, for fortnightly/coffee and chat catch-ups in northern Geelong/Geelong area. Bookings limited.
Text name and details to 0400 542 522
Geelong Central Probus Third Friday of the month, 9.45am, Geelong RSL.
geelcentprob@gmail.com
Newcomb Probus
Third Wednesday of each month, 10am, East Geelong Uniting Church, corner Boundary and Ormond Roads.
Gary, 0407 320 735
Rostrum meets
Geelong Rostrum Public Speaking Club Inc meets each Monday.
Andrew, 0408 369 446, or Jan, 0407 296 958
Highton Seniors
Carpet bowls, bingo, cards, taichi, line dancing, mahjong. Community Centre, 84 Barrabool Road, Highton.
Elma, 0411 065 524
Cards Wanted: card sharp partners to play the game of Bolivia on Thursday evenings. For venue email Ingrid.
griddlepop@hotmail.com
Australian Multicultural Support Services Social Support Groups for communities from different multicultural backgrounds
Music for preschoolers
Mainly Music is a music and movement program for babies to preschoolers at St Albans-St Andrews Uniting Church, 276 Wilsons Road, Whittington, Tuesdays 10am during school terms. Rhonda, 0437 241 345
for seniors over 65. Meals, activities and fun. White Eagle House, Breakwater. 10am-2.30pm Fridays. 9689 9170, amcservices.org.au, or info@amcservices.org.au
Geelong Historical Society Inc.
Guest speaker first Wednesday of each month, 7.30pm, Virginia Todd Hall, 9 Clarence Street, Geelong West.
Harry, 0473 807 944, or geelonghistoricalsociety.org.au
Stamps
Geelong Philatelic Society Inc meets 7pm
first Saturday of the month at Virginia Todd Community Hall, 9-15 Clarence Street, Geelong West and 1pm third Monday of the month at Belmont Library, 163 High Street, Belmont.
Julie, 0438 270 549
Scrabble club
Christ Church hall, corner Moorabool & McKillop Streets, 1pm Saturdays. Beginners to experts welcome.
Pauline, 0429 829 773, or John, 0434 142 282
Games
Scrabble, chess, board games or cards. Tuesdays 2-5pm, All Saints’ Parish Hall, Newtown. Afternoon tea provided.
Dinah, 0418 547 753
Book club
Leopold CAE book club meets second Tuesday of each month 6.30pm. Shirley, 0488 055 969
Sing Australia Geelong Choir
Wednesdays 7.30-9.30pm at Senior Citizens Centre, 52 Thomson Street, Belmont. No auditions needed.
Mary, 0419 278 456
Mindfulness & meditation U3A
9.30am and 12.30pm Wednesdays, Cobbin Farm, Grove Road, Grovedale.
Jean, 5264 7484
Geelong Breakfast Lions
Morning club for those who want to help others, first Tuesday of each month at 8am, Eastern Hub (formerly Karingal) in East Geelong. Dinner somewhere in Geelong each month to suit members.
ajd53m@yahoo.com
Scribes Writers Group
South Barwon Community Centre, Mondays 9.30am-noon. Welcoming new members
Corio Bay Lions Club Meetings
First and third Thursday of each month at 6.30pm.
geelongcoriobay.vic@lions.org.au
Alcoholics (and other addicts) For Christ 12 Steps Group Meets Thursdays 7.30pm at Belmont-Highton Baptist Church, 43 Mt Pleasant Road, Belmont. 0420 910 763
Adfas Geelong lectures Art lectures each month, morning and evening, Newcomb Hall, Wilsons Road. adfas.org.au, or geelong@adfas.org.au
Children’s play group
For babies, toddlers, and preschoolers with parent/carer. Free play, story time, and music. Wednesdays 10-11.30am in school term, St John’s Highton, 269 Roslyn Road, Highton. $20 registration per family. office@stjohnshighton.org.au, or 0433 191 890
Western Heights Uniting Tennis Club
who wish to refine their skills.
geelongscribeswriters@gmail.com, or 5243 8388
Ballroom dancing
Belmont Park Pavilion, Thursdays 2-4pm.
Val, 5251 3529
Kids’ church Group lessons for children aged three to six years; 7-10 years; and 10+ years at St Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, 171a Latrobe Terrace, Geelong, first Sunday of the month during school term, 10.30-11.30am.
Suzie, 0402 963 855, or Althea, 0403 005 449
Geelong Dragon Boat Club Paddle at Barwon River. Training Wednesdays 5pm, Saturdays 9am. Free one-month trial.
revolutionise.com.au/geelongdragons
Mainly Music for Preschoolers Sessions of music and movement for preschoolers, St Barnabas and St Paul’s Church, 105 Wilsons Road, Newcomb. Every Thursday during term time 10-11.30am.
Wendy, 0461 582 618
Combined Probus Club of Highton Meets third Thursday of each month, South Barwon Football & Netball clubrooms, McDonald Reserve, Reynolds Road, Belmont, 10am.
Sandra, 0427 348 260
Zonta Club of Geelong Meets monthly for dinner first Wednesday of the month between February and December at 6.30pm for a 6.45pm start. RSVP essential.
zontageelong.org.au or zontaclubgeelong@yahoo.com.au
Geelong Prostate Support Group Meets last Friday of the month (except December), 10am-noon, Belmont Park Pavilion, 162 Barrabool Road, Belmont.
Bill, 0414 524 155, or info@geelongpsg.net
Geelong ballroom dancing Saturdays 7.30-10.15pm, corner Bayview Parade and Carey Street, Hamlyn Heights. Entry: $10. BYO drinks and a plate. Afternoon tea dance, Wednesdays 3-4.45pm. Teaching segment for a new dance 1.30-2pm.
5278 9740, or geelongballroomdc.com.au
Hot Shots for beginners, Creamery Road, Bell Post Hill, Monday afternoons September, 4.15pm or 4.45pm sessions.
Bruce, 0402 135 313
Belmont Seniors
Players wanted to play 500 each Monday 12.30pm. Belmont Senior Centre, 52 Thomson Street, Belmont.
5241 1776
Geelong Vietnam Veterans
Coffee and a chat at 31 Mt Pleasant Road, Belmont. Open Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10am-3pm. Fortnightly lunch at various locations. Meetings second Monday of each month.
Gary, 0400 862 727
Welcome mat
Belmont Uniting Church every Friday from 10am-1pm. Games, lunch and friendship.
Fay, 0409 361 414
OMNI
Older Men New Ideas men’s friendly informal chat group, South Barwon Community Centre, 33 Mt Pleasant Road, Belmont, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, 10.30am.
Allan, 0409 665 608
Bike riding
Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from Belmont. Rides to suit all levels of fitness; e-bikes welcome.
Rob, 0412 308 166
Lara Community Market Run by Rotary Club of Lara District every second Sunday of the month at Lara RSL 9am-1pm.
Geelong Amateur Radio Club
Storrer Street Clubhouse, Geelong, Wednesdays 1.30-4pm and Fridays 6.30pm.
Robert, 0438 409 979, or vk3atl.org
Choir
St Paul’s Choir rehearses Wednesdays from 7.45-8.45pm and 9.30am Sunday for 10.30am service. Choral scholarships available. Occasional choir for those unable to make commitment to main choir.
Tom Healey, 0451 960 768, or healeytf@gmail.com
Bellydance classes Beginner level, new term commencing. New students welcome. Tuesdays 1.30pm, Life Activities Club, Belmont Park Pavillion, Belmont.
Glenys, 0400 214 897
Out and about at the Show
The Royal Geelong Show hit town from Thursday to Sunday and Independent photographer Ivan Kemp joined in on the fun at Geelong Showgrounds on Saturday.
Hugo, Elkie and Ted with their show bags. 510958_12
Jake McArdle shows his style in sheep shearing. 510958_03
Jorja Kirsopp-Cole, on Tame the Tiger, clears this jump. 510958_05
Steph Bond and Gemma O’Brien with their daughters Layla and Daisy. 510958_07
Thomas Grantham with his charcoal black Orpington rooster which was best in class. 510958_09
The sky is the limit for these brave souls. 510958_11
Left: Milly Tickup with her children Alby and Frankie. 510958_15 Top centre: Matilda and Benjamin try out
some Hot Wheels. 510958_08
Centre: Jorja Kirsopp-Cole from Winchelsea with her mount Tame the Tiger before her show jumping event. 510958_01 Top right: Wilson and Austin try their hand on a driller. 510958_17 Right: Troy Tonkin and Ellana Teuma try out a potato twister. 510958_18
Callan Watt with his Saluki, Oreo. 510958_16
To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember, no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.
ACROSS
1 Sucking action (7)
5 Encourages (7) 9 Shameless (11)
10 Australian bird (3) 11 Deep valley (6) 12 Australian desert (7) 14 Chances (4) 15 Comprehensible (10) 17 Mammals with pouches (10) 19 Quip (4) 20 Vie (7) 22 Ebb (6) 25 Curve (3) 26 Recur together (11) 28 Bright red (7) 29 Haunt (7)
1 Aspersion (4)
2 Plant with aromatic leaves and seeds (9)
3 Insinuate (5)
4 Type of medical procedure not requiring an incision (3-8) 5 Message broadcast in the public’s interest (1,1,1) 6 Perfect (7)
7 Lyric verses (5)
8 Wasted (10)
12 Learning (11)
13 Radiation travelling through space (6,4)
16 Ancestry (9)
18 Kitchen implement (7)
21 Type of coffee (5)
23 Cuts (wood) (5)
24 Bonds (4)
27 Egg of louse (3)
four letters or more can you list? The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used
No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural nouns ending in “s”.
1 Which Spanish artist had a ‘blue period’ and a ‘rose period’?
2 Thumper is a rabbit from which Disney film?
3 What is the capital city of Wales?
4 Don Cheadle (pictured) starred as Marty Kaan in which US series?
5 What is displayed in the centre of the Argentinian flag?
6 Which composer wrote the WeddingMarch?
7 By what common abbreviation is polyvinyl acetate known?
8 In which Australian city did the Eureka Stockade take place?
9 Which planet was discovered by Sir William Herschel in 1781?
10 A falchion is what type of weapon?
Rear view in Forester focus
By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring
ThenewForester:Ah,thattakesmeback.
While Subaru’s most popular model has taken up with the hybrid age, changes are mostly cosmetic, including cabin layouts that have not changed much over the past four years, no impediment to the many Foresterfans,ofwhichtherearemany.
Needless to say, there is an impressive list of standard equipment in the Forester, right down to the bargain basement. Things such as Subaru Intelligent Drive (IntelligentandSportmodes),X-Modewith hill descent, front cornering lamps and steering responsive headlights, dual zone air-con, six-speaker audio and EyeSight DriverAssistareonhanddependingonthe model.
Prices start at $43,490 for the entry-level Forester and includes seven variants, four petrol only and three hybrids, featuring Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive sendingconstanttractiontoallfourwheels. ATouringvariant,thetestvehicle,comes in at $50,990, while the range is topped off by the Forester Hybrid Touring at $55,990. Additions include gloss black radiator grille, leather and suede upholstery and 10-speakersoundsystem.
Making a debut in the new Forester is Subaru’s next generation Hybrid e-Boxer system mating a 2.5-litre horizontally opposed ICE with 90kW electric motor and 1.1kWh battery, giving the vehicle a claimed range of more than 1000km on a fulltank.
Forester petrol and hybrid models are covered by Subaru’s five-year unlimited kilometre warranty and 12 months roadsideassist.
Styling
Subaru says the new SUV shows off a ‘bold evolution’ in Forester design that’s wider, more athletic and purpose-built for Australian conditions, with C-shaped LED headlamps, incorporating LED daytime running lights and cornering lamps for bettervisibilityatintersections.
While aerodynamics was a major consideration in shaping the vehicle –sleeker door mirrors mounted lower, for example – there’s still more than a nod to theoriginalruggedSUVshape.
All models have 18- or 19-inch alloy wheels, depending on the grade. The Touring rolls on the latter and is singled out for gloss black front grille, front and rear bumper accents, plus side mirrors and low-profileroofrails.
Every Forester sports an aluminium bonnet – reducing weight but adding strength with a view to enhancing pedestrian protection – while maintaining asolidSUVidentity.
Interior
Seatinghascomeinforparticularattention, with Subaru engineers working with anatomy experts to develop better support for the lower back and hips, helping keep the spine aligned and reduce tiredness on longjourneys.
Seat rails are mounted directly on to the chassis to minimise sway and absorb vibration giving a smoother ride, while safety is enhanced by a new side bolster design that helps reduce whiplash in a collision.
The Touring takes up leather and suede upholstery in black or brown with brown interiorstitchingandheatedandventilated frontseats.
Infotainment
Inside, the Forester has been revamped to lift comfort, connectivity and cabin refinement. At the centre of the dash is an 11.6-inch full-HD infotainment touchscreen, designed for ease of use for
wireless Apple CarPlay and wired and wirelessAndroidAuto.
An on-screen digital multi-function display and a second information screen are positioned to reduce driver distraction. Belowisawirelessphonechargepad.
Front and rear USB ports include high-output USB-A and USB-C connectionsforfastercharging.Frontports offer convenient access for both device connectivity and power delivery, with rear ports enabling passenger charging, keeping tablets and smartphones powered upandreadythroughoutlongerjourneys.
The 10-speaker Harman/Kardon sound system with subwoofer supplies audio of a standard far beyond that expected in a mid-rangemarketvehicle.
Engines/transmissions
Petrol-only Foresters are powered by Subaru’s tried-and-true 2.5-litre Boxer engine developed for improved reliability andresponsewithlessnoise,vibrationand harshness.
Petrol-powered models feature Subaru’s latest-generation Lineartronic CVT, re-tuned for sharper performance and improved efficiency. A broader gear ratio range (now 8.1, up from 7.0) allows for stronger take-off acceleration and more relaxed highway cruising. Lower first and reverse gears aid hill climbing – even in reverse – while a new eight-speed manual modeenhancesdriverengagement.
ThisCVTispairedwithSubaru’supdated Active Torque Split AWD system, which dynamically adjusts torque distribution –optimised to the vehicle’s weight balance
– to deliver better steering response and more confident handling across varying surfaces.
Safety
One thing that has changed dramatically over the years since the first Forester made landfall Down Under is protection of passengers and pedestrians. For a start, new-generation vehicles, across the board, are fitted with nine airbags, including far-sideandfrontpassengercushion.
Featured are a new wide-angle monocular camera displaying a wider field of view, and the new emergency driving stop system, Subaru vision assist, and drivermonitoring.
Active systems include adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking (front and rear), active torque vectoring, autonomous emergency steering and blind spotmonitoring.
The above is backed by emergency lane-keep assist, front side radar, lane centring,lanechangeandlane-keepassist.
Slow manoeuvres, including parking, is helped by rear cross-traffic alert, rear parking sensors, while traffic sign recognition and tyre pressure monitoring playtheirpartinsafedriving.
Driving
The 2.5-litre petrol engine produces 136kW of power at 5800rpm and 247Nm of torque at 3700rpm, its broad, flat torque curve ensuring smooth acceleration and strong performanceacrossawiderangeofdriving
conditions, particularly when overtaking orcarryingafullload.
A broader gear ratio range (now 8.1, up from 7.0) allows for stronger take-off acceleration and more relaxed highway cruising. Lower first and reverse gears aid hillclimbing–eveninreverse–whileanew eight-speed manual mode enhances driver engagement.
ThisCVTispairedwithSubaru’supdated Active Torque Split AWD system, which dynamically adjusts torque distribution –optimised to the vehicle’s weight balance – to deliver better steering response and more confident handling across varying surfaces.
Subaru rates Forester Touring fuel consumption at 7.9 litres per 100km on the combined urban/highway cycle with 180g/km carbon dioxide emissions. The test Touring recorded a tad over 10 litres per 100km around city and suburbs and less than six litres per 100 kilometres at motorwayspeeds.
Enhancedcabininsulationandvibration dampinghavereducedinteriornoise,while 360-degree Surround View Monitor has increased visibility and hence a pleasing on-andoff-roaddrivingexperience.
And with Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system, enhanced Australiansuspensiontuning,plus220mm ground clearance, the Forester Touring is purpose built for local on- and off-road conditions.
Summary
No worries, the New Age Subaru Forester stillhasitsSUVchops.
Forester Touring is purpose built for local on- and off-road conditions. (Pictures: Supplied)
Scott backs Smith
Geelong coach Chris Scott has called Bailey Smith’s recruitment an “outrageous success”, denying the Cats are struggling to handle the star midfielder’s off-field behaviour.
Cats chief executive Steve Hocking receivedaletterfromtheAFL’slegalcounsel after another of Smith’s social media posts drewcontroversy.
The 24-year-old has consistently found himself in the headlines for the wrong reasons since verbally abusing a photographer at a training session the weekafterGeelong’squalifyingfinalwinin September.
But in Smith’s first year at Geelong, the former Western Bulldogs ace put together a career-best season as he finished third in theBrownlowMedalandtheCatsmadethe grandfinal.
“We’re really confident that it’s in a really goodspot,”ScottsaidofSmith’sbehaviour.
“Ifyouseparateoutoff-fieldissues...ifwe think through how the last 12 months have gone with Bailey, it’s been an outrageous success.Outrageous,notperfect.
“Ifyouareprivytosomeoftheinformation with a whole range of our players, it’s
likely that it’s going to be a similar sort of description; some bits have gone really well,andthereareotherbitsthatwe’vesort ofgottonudgeandmanagealittlebit.
“Butthat’sallitis,anudgehereandthere. I refuse to buy into the idea that there’s major work to be done, I just don’t believe thattobetrue.”
Scott has always publicly defended his players, and again refused to condemn Smith for his post-season antics after being pressed on the issue following his announcement as Victoria’s State of Origin coach.
But the dual premiership coach did acknowledge he was relieved Cats players would no longer be dressing up for Mad Monday.
Smith made a series of divisive posts, which were then all deleted, during the post-grandfinalcelebrations.
Mitch Brown, the first male AFL player to come out as bisexual, and prominent journalist Caroline Wilson both took offenceatSmith’sposts.
Even before the AFL’s letter, Hocking admitted his post relating to Wilson was “completely unacceptable” and that the
club would speak to Smith about his behaviour.
Scott is yet to formally speak with Smith aftertheAFL’swarninglastweek.
“The big win for me, personally, over the last few weeks is that the players aren’t dressing up for Mad Monday anymore,” Scottsaid.
“Just because I don’t like it doesn’t mean I should impose my will on the rest of the players.
“I’m very conscious of respecting the players’privacyanddesiretogetaway.
“We almost wear it as a badge of honour that we don’t consider our role as one of ownershipofourplayers.”
Scott admitted he was still personally processing the Cats’ 47-point grand final loss to Brisbane when they were blown awayfromtheendofthethirdquarter.
“Generally, the likelihood is you’re going to lose the last game of the season and be bitterlydisappointed,”hesaid.
“That’s not easy, but pretty quickly, in my experience, the excitement and the things that you’ve got to look forward to gradually takeover.”
-AAP
Orange Ball juniors thriving and learning
LOCAL TENNIS
Donna Schoenmaekers
This was the second week of competition for Tennis Geelong’s Saturday Pennants, includingbeginnersOrangeBallgrades.
This season there are 16 teams from 11 clubs across the region split into two sections – a Central/East (Orange Ball Barty) and Central/West (Orange Ball De Minaur).
Ninety players make up the competition withthesmallercourtandlow-compression balls, making it the perfect way for juniors to put their skills into practice with real matches, and parents to learn the finer pointsofscoringandrulesofthesport.
Barty consists of teams from Geelong Lawn, All Saints, Wandana Heights, Leopold, Ocean Grove, Point Lonsdale and Drysdale, while De Minaur has Geelong Lawn, Wandana Heights with two teams, Highton,AllSaints,StMary’s,Meredithand Teesdale.
“Wandana Heights Tennis Club has 3 Orange Ball teams all playing in their first season of tennis, and thank you to Tennis Geelong for running the beginner Orange Ball competition,” Wandana Heights junior coordinatorWendyCastlesaid.
“Our Orange Ball Barty team was beaten by Point Lonsdale today, but (are) having a wonderful time and introduction to tennis. The other two teams played at home in a Wandana Orange Ball derby (De Minaur BluevsGreen).
“All kids are participating in a club-run training session on a Wednesday evening whichIamrunningwiththehelpofparents. We have a lovely mix of families who have just started their tennis journey with their older children and others who are joining theiroldersiblingsatWandana.”
The competition will run concurrently with the Junior Pennant, and while the matches are scored, there is no finals series or official ladders, to keep the focus on learning the game, rather than the scoreboard.
To celebrate a successful season, it will culminate in a gala day on the last home and away week when all teams will play at a common venue to finish the season together.
‘Daisy’
stars in T20 victory
North Geelong’s Dale Kerr blasted Lara’s top order off the pitch during the opening round of the Geelong Cricket Association ConnectTel T20 competitions.
Kerr took 6/19 and top scored with 22 against Lara. At one stage Lara was four down for just three runs, but Brenden Miller and Varinder Singh Cheema each made 40 to give the Cats something to defend with a 90-run stand, but the Magpies got home with three wickets and 14 deliveries to spare.
Bell Park’s Nik Pottabathini was the batting star of the round, making 113 from only 53 balls as the Dragons accounted for BPCA side Armstrong Creek.
DIVISION 1 & 2 CONNECT-TEL T20 CUP
North Geelong 7/115 (D. Kerr 22, B. Gillett 3/24, J. Guy 2/19) def Lara 9/114 (B. Miller 40, V. Singh Cheema 40, D. Kerr 6/19) Bell Park 6/249 (N. Pottabathini 113, S. Elliston-Buckley 54, T. Smith 3/29) def Armstrong Creek 7/144 (C. Marsiglio 44, T. Smith 25) St Joseph’s 4/145 def Barwon Heads 7/143 EastBelmont7/130 def GeelongCity 6/125
Jan Juc 4/194 (N. Hyden 73, F. Clatworthy 67) def Geelong West 174 (T. Kearney 4/30)
St Peters 9/160 (J. Jackson 28, M. Sorgiovanni 25, W. Ford 21, P. McKenna 2/18, S. Taylor 2/20) def Newtown & Chilwell 124 (T. Windus 29, L. Sperling 27, J. Jackson 5/22) Highton 9/148 (W. Thomas 3/20, C. Ford 2/25, T. Beasley 2/37) def Grovedale (N. Berry 44no, J. Windus 26)
South Barwon 4/88 (H. Hauenstein 56no)def Torquay87 (I.Timms20,N. Butters 3/4)
Byes: Alexander Thomson, Anglesea, Bell Post Hill, Leopold
DIVISION 3 & 4 CONNECT-TEL T20 CUP
Lethbridge 2/97 (H. Spiller 42no, S. Dillon34no)def Bannockburn93 (H. Lucas 20, S. Dillon 3/17, R. Pece 2/2, J. Sheehan 2/10)
Meredith2/135 def Teesdale6/134
OceanGrove3/101 (C.Snookes50no) def St Albans/Breakwater 97 (D. Roddis 4wkts)
Newcomb & District 122 (H. Nield 45) def Thomson 96 (N. Keevil 4/12, E. Hurst 2/26)
Waurn Ponds Deakin 7/135 def Wallington7/105
Modewarre 5/157 def Surf Coast 9/154 (R. Dawes 39, W. Liddle 34) Murgheboluc 8/143 (M. Grace 3/14) def Corio 8/135 (E. Stanciu 39, C. Hewett 35, A. Grace 33) Marshall Bears 4/97 def Little River 96
North Geelong’s Dale Kerr.
OBDM Wandana Heights Blue and Green: Standing: Ayla Najir, Anvi Gupta, Patrick Peel, Harish Hoolass. Ground: Jaxon Yap, Aiden He. Absent: May Le, Chahana Grover, Gerogie Killeen.
An injury to WNBA import Alissa Pili has heaped more pain on Geelong, after new mum Lauren Nicholson led the Sydney Flames to an eight-point WNBL win over the Venom.
Pili went down with a badly sprained ankle midway through the second quarter of her WNBL debut after scoring a bucket and landing awkwardly at Geelong Arena on Saturday night as the visitors scored a 85-77 victory.
The Los Angeles Sparks forward lay face-down for a couple of minutes before being helped up and hopping to the sideline.
Geelong will also be sweating on the fitness of point guard Lilly Rotunno, who also suffered an ankle injury in the final quarter.
Venom coach Chris Lucas said. “Now she’s gotanankle,sothatcouldbeafewweeks,I would think from the way it looked.
“They outplayed us in that first half, and we knew there was going to be pressure on the floor.
“I didn’t think we handled the pressure as well as I would’ve liked, and we’re going to get that every game now.“
The Flames produced a confident performance against the Venom, convertingsoliddefenceintorazzle-dazzle attack.
Guard Nicholson was a game-defining presence, scoring 27 points in her first match back in the league after giving birth in April.
Against her old side, Keely Froling was also a big contributor for the Flames with a double-double (15 points, 12 rebounds).
“I thought we put our stamp on the game
there,” Flames coach Guy Molloy said.
“It is a hard-nosed team, and the girls’ effort at practice has been just outstanding for the last four to five weeks.
“We worked really hard at our reconnection and chemistry, and the girls didagreatjobofbeingconnectedtonight.“
For the Venom, Mackenzie Holmes (20 points, 11 rebounds) and co-captain Alex Sharp (14 points, 10 rebounds) also earned double-doubles.
Sydneystartedwithaspringintheirstep, but the Venom began to match the Flames’ early accuracy, with Sharp converting.
Nicholson led Sydney’s charge in the second quarter, taking over the shooting duties and sinking some telling baskets.
After Pili went down, the Flames piled on the points, with Nicholson and Unique Thompson helping the side finish the half with a 48-30 buffer.
Rotunno and Sharp spearheaded the Venom’s third-quarter revival as they upped their defensive pressure.
A composed final-quarter performance ledbyThompsonhelpedSydneyseeoutthe win,despiteHolmesscoringeightpointsin the final few minutes. - AAP
Two wins in a row for improving Grubbers
By Justin Flynn
An important 62 from captain Fletcher Long and four-wicket hauls to Connor Weidemann and Campbell Snookes were the key reasons behind Ocean Grove’s secondstraightBellarinePeninsulaCricket AssociationA2Gradewin.
Grove made 7/222 batting first against Portarlington with Dan Roddis (39) continuing his good form at the top of the orderwhileWeidemannmade26from31in themiddleorder.
Long’s62camefrom93deliveriesinwhat was a mature and steadying innings and Baljinder Singh Brar hit 28 not out from 25 and Corey Buxton smacked 13 not out from just eight balls to have Ocean Grove on top atthebreak.
Nathaniel Symes and Lawrence Wilson each took a wicket, but went for just 25 and 27respectivelyfromtheireightovers.
Port’s top order started well with Joel De Bono (35), Cameron Gourley (28) and BrentonToole(54from56deliveries)laying theplatformforasuccessfulchase.
When Toole departed, the Demons still needed 95 from the final 10 overs, but with wicketsinhand,thetargetwasgettable.
Enter Snookes and Weidemann, who not only took wickets, but managed to stem the flowofruns.
With five overs to go, Port needed 58, but withjustthreewicketsinhand.
It was a bridge too far with the final total 9/177 from 40 overs, lifting Ocean Grove to secondontheladder.
Surf Coast is on top of the table after Will Liddle backed up last week’s century with animportant62againstWallington.
Liddle and Ben Tekin (56) put on 103 for the first wicket in reply to Wallington’s 7/172withSvenBurlurauxgetting52.
The Suns then lost 4/29, but managed to get home with four wickets and nine balls tospare.
Newcomb came within a whisker of a second straight win with Winchelsea takingoutathriller.
Shane Murdoch (58 not out) and Ricci Sauni (46 not out) shared an unbroken 103-run stand to get Winch to a total of 5/169. Jack Scanlon’s eight overs for the Bulls yielded 3/22 while Naichese Lovett alsocontributedwith1/22fromeight.
Newcomb’s run chase went from bad to worseandat8/97,thegameappearedgone,
butSingharaKumarhadotherideas.
Kumara took 11 from the penultimate over and with 16 needed from the final over bowled by Sauni, he belted a six from the third ball. Sauni held his nerve and although Kumara ended unbeaten on 97, Winchwonbyfiveruns.
Collendina has recovered from a poor round 1 performance to string consecutive winstogether.
The Cobras thrashed St Leonards by seven wickets with left-arm finger spinner Stan Grazotis taking 3/4 from 7.3 overs and fellowslowbowlerJacobGasior3/15tohave theSaintsalloutfor102.
The Cobras had few problems with the small run chase thanks to 35 from 25 deliveries by Gasior and then an unbroken 43-run partnership between Harrisyn Wingrave (29 not out) and Grazotis (20 not out).
Law stuns with superb century
Scores and results from women’s senior cricket on Sunday October 19, dominated by North Geelong opener SophiaLaw’smagnificent100fromjust 64deliveries.
SENIORWOMEN
A GRADE
St Joseph’s 4/106 (J. Johnston 45, T. Denham 2/17) def Lethbridge 5/89 (S. Meyer31ret,O.Cruden2/9)
East Belmont 4/107 (B. Farey 44no, K. Harman 26, M. Cole 2/16) def Barwon Heads 6/103 (A. Sproule 48, K. Lumb 26,K.Harman2/22)
North Geelong 5/185 (S. Law 100, B. Duff 20no, J. Kaur 2/12) def Bell Park 8/109 (L.Kelly2/4)
Geelong City 1/42 def South Barwon 40 (B.Summers2/0,I.Storrar2/9)
B GRADE
Marshall 5/89 (M. Megaw 32no E. Chisholm 2/8) def Portarlington 6/88 (E. Chisholm 24, M. Megaw 3/9, I. Dunne2/7)
North Geelong 2/167 (I. Maclay 51no, H. Jones 45, S. Ingle 39no) def Highton 6/76 (G.Whitford-Price3/4)
Waurn Ponds Deakin 5/121 (P. McCormack 26, G. Asquith 26no, R. Wood 2/14) def Teesdale 2/119 (B. Sadler45,R.Wood25no)
East Belmont 3/166 (G. Kapoor 50ret, M. Marcola 46no, K. Long 24no, A. Oliver 2/12) def Torquay 6/131 (A. Oliver 27, A. Villani 22no, G. Kapoor 3/6,K.Long2/13)
D GRADE
Armstrong Creek 1/134 (L. Smith 30ret, E. Lang 30ret) def Newtown & Chilwell 4/80 (S. Hooper 21ret, S. Wynd20ret,T.Woods2/10)
Grovedale 3/123 (O. Tolan 30ret, E. Edmond 24no, H. Uwland 2/11) def BellPostHill7/92 (E.Emond3/11) St Joseph’s 2/106 (E. Appleford 30ret) def Modewarre 2/102 (L. Kahle 32ret, C.Newton25no)
Thomson 3/123 (J. Charles 32ret, C. Anderson 24) def Geelong West 7/116 (C.Kearney38no,A.Kennedy3/16)
E GRADE
A2 GRADE
Ocean Grove 7/222 (F. Long 62, D. Roddis 39, B. Singh Brar 28no, C. Weidemann 26) def Portarlington 9/177 (B. Toole 54, J. De Bono 35, N. Symes 29, C. Gourley 28, C. Weidemann 4/24, C. Snookes 4/44)
Collendina 3/103 (J. Gasior 35, H. Wingrave 29no, S. Harrison 2/31) def St Leonards 102 (D. Ganguly 35, S. Grazotis 3/4, J. Gasior 3/15, J. Every 2/9)
Winchelsea 5/169 (S. Murdoch 58no, R. Sauni 46no, J. Groves 27, J. Scanlon 3/22) def Newcomb 8/164 (S. Kumara 103no)
Surf Coast 6/173 (W. Liddle 62, B. Tekin 53, H. Farnsworth 2/21, D. Wise-Graham 2/26) def Wallington 7/172 (S. Burluraux 52, R. Faust 25, B. Gravett 25, A. Singh 2/46)
St Peters 3/124 (L. Parrot 31ret, A. Liddle 30ret) def Murgheboluc 3/122 (L. Williams 30ret, T. Visser 21no, O. Platt21no)
Little River 3/61 (K. Templeton 21no) def AlexanderThomson6/53 (G.Wray 26ret,S.Anderson2/4)
Lethbridge 8/116 (T. Reid 34, J. FitzGerald 33ret) def Newcomb & District6/74 (L.Bubb3/10) North Geelong 2/152 (K. Mcmeekin 32ret, H. Windt 30ret, J. Clark 30ret) def Barwon Heads 4/115 (S. Jennings 33ret)
F GRADE
Bell Park 1/53 (A. Aldridge 27no) def Bannockburn 5/50 (A. Aldrige 2/5, E. Bradley2/10) Wallington 3/131 (M. Annand 30ret) def Corio3/129 (M.Wiles33ret,M.Hili 31ret)
Fletcher Long takes a spectacular catch last season.
Geelong Venom coach Chris Lucas.
Leopold unbeaten after two
By Justin Flynn
Leopold looks primed for a successful GCA Division2seasonafteraruthlessdisplayin round 2 against Geelong West.
Leopold won the toss and batted first at home and compiled 6/212 with Michael Kenneady getting 56 off 52 balls, skipper Tom Treble 49, Robbie O’Donnell 32 and Henry Hatswell 27. However, Treble ended up batting with a runner after injuring his hamstring. Treble told the Independent that he was hopeful it was a “minor tear” with a huge game againstEastBelmontcomingupthisweek.
Charlie George-Eldridge was Geelong West’s most successful bowler with 3/43 while Sam Kelly (0/28 from nine overs) and
Rajasekhar Lankireddy (1/30 from nine) also kept the total from getting away. West was never really in the hunt when it cametimetobatandwentfrom1/57tolose 9/49 and be all out for 102.
Three wickets each to O’Donnell and Declan Gibson saw the Polders safely home.
BELL Park worked hard to shake off Geelong City with skipper Jamie Spiller making a classy 95 in a successful run chase. Earlier, City made 207 with Lachlan Emmett (51) getting runs, but Nikhil Deep Pottabathini (4/24 from 10 overs) applied thebrakes.SpillerthenguidedtheDragons tovictoryalthoughEthanGuidacouldhold his head high with 3/29 from 10 overs.
TORQUAY thrashed Bell Post Hill by
10 wickets with seam bowler John Fisher snaring5/16.Torquayneeded93forvictory and got there in just 13 overs with all 10 wickets intact thanks to Finlay Carter (41 not out) and Tristan Kassis (38 not out).
HIGHTON piled on 9/287 against Alexander Thomson with Zac Wills getting 80 from 79 balls and captain James Gillard 67 from 64. Panthers’ skipper Zach Mevissen followed up his 4/44 at the bowling crease with 47 from 48 deliveries, but a total of 221 all out saw the Heat home comfortably.
GCADIVISION2
Bell Park 7/208 (J. Spiller 95, N. Pottabathini 27, E. Guida 3/29, B. Taylor 2/34) def Geelong City 207 (L. Emmett 51,
Grovers at home under their new Dome
By Justin Flynn
Reigning
Geelong Bowls Region Premier
DivisionchampionsOceanGrovewillopen the new season at its brand new undercover Dome.
Forced to play at away venues during the 2024/25 season while the facility was being built, Ocean Grove bowls coordinator and star player Tyson Cromie said the entire club was excited to be back home under the Dome.
“A lot of time and effort went into it so for us to be able to utilise the facility and playourfirstgameonit,isquiteanexciting prospect for the club,” he said.
“Luckily, our Premier side is playing at home in round one off the back of winning the grand final last year, which is good.”
The Dome includes two large LED screens, integrated live-streaming equipment, premium lighting and tiered grandstand seating.
The Grovers will open their season against newly promoted Lara, which knocked off Ocean Grove in the Division 1 grand final last season.
“They’ve obviously earned their right to be there and I’m sure that they’ll be all guns blazing for their first game back in Premier Division after about a four or five year stint back in Division 1,” Cromie said.
“We’re expecting them to bring their best, but we believe that if we play to our best that they won’t be able to beat us.”
Ocean Grove has picked up Josh Rudd from Torquay, who finished runner-up to Cromie in the 2023/24 Champion of Champions tournament.
“He’s played for Victoria in the past, so he’llbeagoodadditiontoourside,”Cromie said. “We’ve got some of our members that we had in previous seasons that have also improved as well, and certainly knocking on the door for selection, which is creating competition for spots, which is always healthy.
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“It just keeps that competitive nature and always striving to get better.”
Cromie expects Highton to again challenge for the title.
“Highton will be up there as they always are,” he said.
“Queenscliff have picked up a few players, I believe, so it will be interesting to have a look at them in a couple of weeks’ time, just to see what they’re like.
“We played a practice match against Drysdale on the weekend just gone and they actually got over the line against us so we expect them to be quite competitive.
“But with permit players and marquee
players and things like that at the moment, we’renotquitesureastowhatalltheteams will look like.”
Geelong Bowls Region
Premier Division, Round 1, Saturday October 25, 1pm (home clubs mentioned first) Ocean Grove vs Lara Queenscliff vs Drysdale Torquay vs Bell Post Hill Eastern Park vs Highton
Premiership Cat not offered new contract
Premiership Cat and dual Carji Greeves Medallist Cam Guthrie has not been offered a contract for next season, ending a 240-game career after being selected at pick 23 in the 2010 AFL draft.
Guthrie’s standout season came in 2020 where he was awarded his first Carji GreevesMedalasGeelong’sbestandfairest and earned selection in the All-Australian team. In 2022, Guthrie was awarded Geelong life membership and played a key role in Geelong’s premiership victory on his way to securing his second Carji
Greeves Medal.
While the final three seasons of his career were impacted by injury, Guthrie continued to work hard to get back and remained dedicated and diligent with his rehabilitation and training program.
Geelong Cats executive general manager of football Andrew Mackie paid tribute to Guthrie’s contribution to the club.
“Cam has been an outstanding and dedicated servant of the Geelong Football Club, both on and off the field,” he said.
“He has been ultra-consistent and had the special ability to elevate his game
in key moments and times of success, particularly throughout our 2022 premiership campaign.
“Cam will always be a great Geelong person, with his influence extending well beyond what he achieved on the field.”
It still leaves George Stevens, Oli Wiltshire, Jed Bews and rookie listed players Joe Pike and Ted Clohesy without contracts for next season.
A. Evans 37, J. Driver 34, J. Leather 28, N. Pottabathini 4/24, S. Kelly 3/25)
Leopold 6/212 (M. Kenneady 56, T. Treble 49, R. O’Donnell 32, H. Hatswell 27, C. George-Eldridge 3/43) def Geelong West 102 (B. Payne 23, R. O’Donnell 3/25, D. Gibson 3/32, H. Butterworth 2/5)
Torquay 0/95 (F. Carter 48no, T. Kassis 38no) def Bell Post Hill 92 (W. Iles 24, J. Fisher 5/16, T. Stephens 2/14)
Highton9/287 (Z. Wills 80, J. Gillard 67, M. Farr 37, H. Murrell 28no, Z. Mevissen 4/44) def Alexander Thomson 221 (Z. Mevissen 47, J. Macpherson 32, B. Forssman 27, D. Elliott 2/18, B. Somers 2/34)
Bans handed out for junior footy altercation
AFL Barwon has handed down match suspensions, reprimands and bans after an investigation into a brawl at a junior footy match in July that was attended to by police.
The Under 16 boys game between Barwon Heads and Lara at Howard Harmer Reserve, Barwon Heads, was stopped just before noon after an altercation involving supporters from both clubs on 26 July.
AFL Barwon’s independent investigations officer found multiple individuals from both clubs breached conduct standards, resulting in match suspensions, reprimands, and bans from attending AFL Barwon-sanctioned fixtures for up to 10 months.
“AFL Barwon reaffirms its position thatitdoesnottolerateunsociableor antisocial behaviours at any level of competition under its governance,” it said in a statement.
“Such actions are unacceptable and stand in direct contrast to the expectations of community sport. Community football and netball should always provide a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for participants, volunteers, officials, and spectators alike.
“AFLBarwonremainsdedicatedto workingwithourclubs,participants, and the wider community to uphold these values and ensure that junior sport continues to be a place where youngpeoplecanparticipatesafely.”
Police attended the incident about 11.45am and no charges or complaints were laid.
Cam Guthrie with the cup.
Josh Rudd has made the move from Torquay to Ocean Grove this season. (Ivan Kemp) 463977_30 Inset: Tyson Cromie during last season’s
Magpies, Seagulls on top
North Geelong defeated Lara at Osborne Park and Barwon Heads knocked off Barrabool at Ceres on Saturday and Independent photographer Ivan Kemp was there to capture some of the action.
Philip Visser slides to cut off a boundary. 510968_04
Vishesh Malhotra (48 runs off 44 balls) pulls this ball through midwicket. 510968_14
Jason Hewitt drives down the ground for Lara. 510968_16
Tom Bagg in action. 510968_24
Left: Alistair McCann in action for North Geelong. 510968_10 Centre: Matthew Bode turns this ball to square leg. 510969_37 Right: Kaden Marum drives straight down the ground. 510968_21
Daniel Donaldson drives forward of square leg for Barwon Heads. 510969_31
Luke Clift hangs on to the catch that dismissed Daniel Donaldson. 510969_47
Zach Delaney in action for Barrabool. 510969_49
Cameron McKinley drives square of the wicket. 510969_48
Magpies looking ominous
By Justin Flynn
It was business as usual for the all-conquering North Geelong as it remained unbeaten in Geelong Cricket Association Division 1 with a hard-fought win against a dangerous Lara.
The Magpies successfully chased down Lara’s 6/199 at Zenviron Oval, North Geelong, after a superb all-round bowling performance.
Lara was missing key batters Dan Weigl and Andrew Hughes, but benefitted from anotherquickstartfromVisheshMalhotra, whofolloweduplastweek’sdoublecentury with a 44-ball 48 while Kaden Marum made 39.
Magpies’ skipper Tom Mathieson was the standout, taking the key wicket of Malhotra and conceding just 12 runs from his 10 overs.
Left-arm spinner Alistair McCann took 1/44 from 10 and Alexander Thomson recruit Angus Cranny returned 1/37 from 10.
North Geelong vice-captain Ned Cooper said it was an impressive outing from his side’s attack, especially after Lara was 0/55 after 10 overs.
“Especially with the start they had, we were really stoked,” he said.
“Even at the start of the game, there wasn’t much in the wicket. It was a little bit slow, but it was flat.
“There wasn’t much for the bowlers at all so we knew if we could keep them to around 200-220, anything under that, we’d back ourselves with the bat to get that.”
Mathieson’s introduction into the attack immediatelystemmedtheflowofrunswith the left-arm seamer bowling his allotted 10 overswithoutabreak.MeanwhileMcCann was probing away and paceman Cranny did his job.
“He (Mathieson) wasn’t going for any, so it was a really good time just to squeeze
some overs out and get back on top a little bit,” Cooper said. “And Soup (McCann) does what Soup does, and Gus (Cranny) was pretty massive. I think he bowled 10 in a row to finish the game.”
In the absence of Adam Costello, Dale Kerr was promoted to opener for North’s run chase. Kerr (18) and Cooper (41) rekindled their Anglesea days with a 42-runstand,butat3/80,thegamewasstill anyone’s.
Philip Visser and Connor Hangan then each made 58 and shared a 110-run partnership to take the game away from the Cats.
“They batted really well together,” Cooper said. “They’re both pretty naturally attacking so they ticked the scoreboard over, which puts a bit of pressure back on the bowling side.
“I know they both missed out in round one and were pretty keen to get amongst it. They got their 50s and probably were a
bit unselfish going for the whack at the end when they could have just got a little greedy.
“But they pretty much got us home. He (Visser) didn’t have to go run-a-ball from the get-go. He could ease his way into his innings…he’s one of the best bets in the competition.”
The attention now turns to two-day cricket and Cooper said the squad was looking forward to the longer format with a clash against St Joseph’s.
“It’s good to start with the one-dayers, but obviously the finals are two days and that’swhateveryone,orinoursideanyway, enjoys playing,” he said.
“Joeys have started the season pretty well for a win and then a tight loss and we always have some good matches against them so we’re keen to get to their ground and start a two-day season.”
BILLY Ford and James Stokes spearheaded St Peters to victory against
St Joseph’s. Ford made a superb 112 not out and was helped by Brad McMaster (53) while seamer Ryan Simmonds (4/34) did his bit for Joeys. Joeys were all out for 230, but not before a 118-ball 116 from skipper Andrew Casey.
EAST Belmont’s top order was consistent with James Lidgett (82) and Shane McNamara (63) contributing to a score of 3/251 against Grovedale. Spinner James McMahon then took 5/33 to have the Tigers 9/230 at the close of play with Jack Wrigglesworth (59) top scoring.
HARRY Hauenstein showed ominous signsofabumperseasonwithamagnificent innings to guide South Barwon home in a bigrunchase.Earlier,Newtown&Chilwell posted 9/253 with Michael Grohmann (62) and Dylan Hodge (57) both scoring near a run-a-ball half-centuries. Swans’ skipper Nick Butters took 4/37. Hauenstein then followed up last week’s knock of 72 with an unbeaten 111, helped by Sam Ellis’ 59.
Seagulls perched nicely at the top with third-straight win
By Justin Flynn
Barwon Heads remained undefeated after beating Barrabool in round 3 of Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association on Saturday thanks to another fine all-round team performance.
TheSeagullswonthetossandbattedfirst at Ceres Recreation Reserve and got off to a good start with Max Melzer (22) and Lewy Hyland (15) putting on a 36-run opening stand.
However, at 2/42, Barrabool was top until an 83-run partnership between Dan Donaldson (47) and Matt Bode (45) put the Heads back in charge.
Father-son duo Jacko (32 not out), in his 100th game, and Jaxon (33 not out) Mallett took the final total to 5/205 with an unbroken 63-run partnership in quick time.
Heads captain/coach Donaldson said it was a relief to finally win the toss.
“Idon’thavemuchluckonthetossfront,” he said. “I reckon the last two seasons we’ve batted first maybe three times since I’ve taken over the captaincy and I’ve even suggested some of the other players to do the toss and no one’s really interested, but they’re happy to let me know about it when I lose one.”
Donaldson praised the form of Bode, who has made scores of 46 not out and 43, and the Mallets.
“Bodey is a seasoned campaigner and he’s really experienced and likes to be in the contest,” he said.
“It was really nice to bat out there with him for however long we did. Barrabool
bowled well and that sort of made us work for it.
“Jaxson’s been opening at the start of the season, but I, just for this game, made the call to give Lewy a crack at the top and just change up some tactics. Jaxon, credit to him, took that really well and went and adjusted to it and adapted to his new role very quickly and to bat with his old man in hismilestonegameandputon40or50and quick time was really special to see.”
Although Donaldson was pleased with the total, he said it was “par” and knew Barrabool was capable of chasing the target down.
Seven of Barrabool’s top eight reached double figures, but some tight bowling fromSemaKamea(0/11fromsixovers)and teenage leg-spinner Angus Mackie (0/22 from eight) restricted the top order from getting away.
“He’s (Kamea) obviously very experienced and can swing the ball,” Donaldson said.
“I think he (Mackie) was the pick of our bowlers and to go at 22 off eight overs on a ground like Barrabool through the middle overswhentheyhadtoscoretorunaballis beyond his years.
“He’s got confidence. I mean he’s very quietlyspoken,buthebackedhisabilities.”
Donaldson chipped in with 3/31 and Jacko Mallett took 4/36 with his skidding leggies to cap off a memorable milestone game with the Bulls all out for 168.
“Jacko’s came in as our sixth bowler the last couple of games and he’s just flexible,” Donaldson said.
“He’ll do a job, he can close the game off, he can chop in and bowl overs where he needs to. I really don’t enjoy facing him in the nets.”
ARMSTRONG Creek proved too good for Queenscliff in a competitive game. Nikhil Kapoor (55 off 38 balls) got quick runs for the Titans and Jack Maclean’s 51 not out from 50 got the score to a healthy 7/219. Max Minney took 3/31 for the Coutas with his left-arm seamers.
Hayden Illingworth (57) and Lachie Stott (35) tried their best to overhaul the total, but three wickets to Ben Fary had the Coutas 8/192 when 40 overs were bowled.
JAN Juc looked like posting a below par score against Inverleigh until Nick Hyden went berserk in the final over. Hyden (72 not out) belted 22 from the 40th over to lift the Sharks to 3/196 with Ryen Smith (42) and Fraser Clatworthy (36) laying the platform earlier in the innings. Left-arm seamer Danny Midolo was the standout bowler for the Kookaburras, conceding 16 from eight overs.
Opener Will Collins (51) played well and Will Stoney (29) and Sam Haygarth (27) chipped in, but Inverleigh needed a big knock from somewhere and was all out for 146. Three wickets each to Smith and Joey Rew got the points for the Sharks.
ANGLESEA dug deep to defeat Drysdale by eight runs. Sam Weight returned to the side and top scored with 37, but the Seas would have been disappointed with a total of 8/138. Young seamer Hayden Eddy continued his fine all-round season with 3/19 from eight overs. Only Tallan Burns (59) passed 20 for the Hawks in their run chase, but they got to 9/132 with overs in hand before Dylan Taylor took his fourth wicket and ended the game.
Left: Dan Donaldson drives on the up during his innings of 45. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 510969_46
Right: Jacko Mallett cuts behind point in his 100th club game. 510969_58
Left: Tom Mathieson bowled tightly taking 1 for 12 off 10 overs for North Geelong. (Ivan Kemp) 510968_06 Right: Blake Troy appeals as Kaden Marum dives to just make his ground. 510968_23
