The 16 Days of Activism campaign will kick off next week with many events across Greater Geelong, helping to call for an end to gender-based violence.
Zonta Club of Geelong will host a community launch on Sunday 23 November, ahead of the official 16 Days, with the event featuring a 9am walk from Eastern Beach swimming pool to Fairnie Park.
Club president Nicole Sanders said the campaign was a time for people to reflect on what was happening in the world and encouraged everyone to attend the event.
“Whatwe’reallaboutispromotingthe human rights of women...and creating a better world for women and girls, so that’s what we’re all about,” she said.
“There will be stories of women who have experienced violence and what it’s meant to them and their families, and we’re also having a display honouring women lost to violence.
“There’ll be representative dolls there that represent how many women have
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Calendar of hope
By Jena Carr
Calendars featuring artwork by a Greater Geelong woman are helping to break down barriers for women looking to reintegrate intosocietyafterprison.
Sharon* was incarcerated for four years and said she felt prison would be safer than remaininginadomesticviolencesituation.
“Iwasmarriednearly40yearsatthetime, but it would have been the last 15 years of that marriage where it got really bad,” she said.
“You leave everything behind, and I’m not the only one that makes that decision, as there were a lot of people in with me who haddonethesamething.
“You’re also impacted by a lot of things afterprison,liketobeabletogetajobnowis verydifficultandyou’relookedatdifferently, buttheothersideofthecoinisworse.
“No one is saying things like ‘you’ll wear this’or‘you’lldothis’,soit’stotallydifferent and I’m very lucky that I had the support of myfamily,whichsomewomendon’tget.”
Not-for-profit organisation Prison Network helps women reintegrate into society after incarceration and distributes calendars to prisons during December. The calendarsfeatureartworkbywomeninand outofprison.
“Every year we’ll put together a hamper, that includes a calendar, so that every woman in prison gets a gift at a time that
is obviously very difficult for them on the inside,” chief executive Amelia Pickering said. “Anything that we can do to help destigmatise these women and present them as women who have got so much to offer and so much to give to society is so important.
“Nine out of ten women in a Victorian prison have been a victim of violence and abuse, so there are a lot of tragedy, heartbreak, poverty and disadvantage that comebeforeprison.”
Sharon’s art features heavily in the calendar and said she hoped her work would help remind women in prison that peoplewerestillthereforthem.
“It’s really lovely to be seen and people
enjoy what they see, so I’m really happy to contribute some of my artwork to the calendar,”shesaid.
“Art saved my life and if I didn’t have that while I was in prison, it would have been a verydifferentexperience,anditcanputyou inadifferentheadspace.”
Sharon said life after prison had been “wonderful” as she has had no contact with the alleged domestic violence perpetrator sinceshewasincarcerated.
Visit prisonnetwork.org.au/shop to purchase a calendar or gift one to a woman inprison.
*Sharon’s name used in this article is an alias for the individual’s protection, and the detailsaretheirownwordsorobservations.
Zonta Club of Geelong’s Nicole Sanders, Margaret Hinks, Bronte MacDowall and Beryl McMillan with Matilda. (Ivan Kemp) 518044_05
Interactive arts festival ROAM Geelong has been hailed as a huge success by Geelong council.
Theinauguralevent,organised bytheCity of Greater Geelong, drew more than 16,000 peopletoGeelong’sCBDandgenerated$2.3 million in economic revenue, according to data gathered by the City.
Held on Saturday 11 October, the event showcased the vibrancy and depth of the region’s artistic and cultural communities, with installations, music and theatre stretching from Johnstone Park through Little Malop Street.
The lineup included Blanck Canvas’s giant falcon puppet, Georgie Rose’s Wade the Tardigrade, a giant inflatable sculpture by Mark Cuthbertson, performances from Bangarra Dance Theatre and Tim Ross and the Archibald Prize exhibition at Geelong Gallery.
According to the City’s post-event survey the average attendee spent $63 at the event, while overnight visitors spent an average of $221 during their stay.
Deputy chair of the council’s arts portfolio Elise Wilkinson, who participated in Bluebird Foundation’s The Featherlings, said seeing the event come together had been one of the highlights of her time as a
councillor so far.
“We have so much talent in this region, and for us to be able to share that with each other and celebrate that…it’s really lovely,” she said. “We had the Archibald, Bangarra, Back to Back - these are internationally renowned exhibitions and theatre companies, and they were all within 500 metres of each other.
“It was so exciting seeing Geelong go ’yeah, we’re all for this’…there was lots of incredible community participation, it felt really positive.”
Cr Wilkinson said the economic importance of the arts and culture sector, which contributes $756 million (4.7 per
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Wine industry toasts its night of nights
By Matt Hewson
Geelong celebrates the best wines in the region this month with the 26th annual Geelong Wine Show.
The event, which began on 11 November and culminates on 29 November at the Geelong Wine Show Awards night, is a showcase of the quality of local wines.
The show provides winegrowers with an opportunity for learning and development via the formalised judging process and through general conversation.
Oakdene Wines general manager and Geelong Wine Show chair Steven Paul said the awards night in particular was a
unifying event for the local industry.
“Whether they grow the fruit, make the wine, sell the wine, whether they work in cellar doors, offices or the wineries, it’s the one opportunity when we bring everyone together,” he said.
“Our industry is quite unique, because everyone is actually very open, very close and very loyal to each other. We celebrate each other’s wins and feel the losses together.
“And if something presented to the show does really well, that producer always shares their information on what the new variety is…how they’ve made it. So that’s a highlight for me.”
Judging for the various classes was completed last week, but the results are tightly under wraps until the awards night.
Mr Paul said this year had produced a “really nice spread of results”.
“The gold medals are spread very evenly across a large number of producers, which is really exciting,” he said. “You have some years where a small number of producers are rewarded more heavily than others, but that’s not the case this year. So there’s certainly a very even playing field, with consistency across the growers.”
Visit geelongwineshow.com.au for tickets and more information on the Geelong Wine Show Awards Dinner.
cent) to Geelong’s gross regional product, was “massive”.
“(The creative industries) are very, very important economically, and I think that is consistently and frequently undervalued,” she said. “When you look at the number of people that go to see live music or theatre as opposed to going to see sports (event)... the arts is actually where it’s at.”
“We were thrilled to welcome strong crowds from across the region, Melbourne and regional Victoria, further cementing Geelong’s reputation as a Clever and Creative UNESCO City of Design,” he said.
16 Days for equality
“There’ll be representative dolls there that represent how many women have been lost to violence this year, which at the moment is 61 women in Australia.
“We’ve been trying to increase awareness every year as it’s a global pandemic of women’s rights violations, and we advocate to fight violence against women and gender inequality.”
The 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence occurs each year from 15 November, International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, until 10 December, International Human Rights Day. City of Greater Geelong councillor Melissa Cadwell said everyone had a role in helping create a safer and more equal society.
“Weallneedtochallengeharmful attitudesinourworkplaces,homes, sports clubs, community groups and relationships,” she said. “This includes simple actions, like calling out jokes that put women down, to help create a culture where women are respected.”
Geelong waterfront and Moorabool and Malop Streets’ lights will also illuminate orange during the campaign with more events listed on City of Greater Geelong’s event page.
The Geelong Wine Show judging
Simon Steele (Bellbrae Estate), Tatiana King (Sharp Group), Steven Paul (Oakdene Wines) and Marcus Holt (Scotchmans Hill).
Stapleton elected mayor
By Jena Carr
Libby Stapleton will be Surf Coast Shire councilmayorforthethirdtimefollowinga specialmeetingthisweek.
The Otway Ranges councillor was elected to the position for the next year during council’s 18 November meeting, after serving two mayoral terms between 2020 and2022.
Cr Stapleton said she was excited to take on the role for another term and that she would focus on building effective and
positive relationships across council and thecommunity.
“I will support good decision-making basedoncouncil’sandcommunityvaluesas wellasalignmenttoourstrategicdirection,” she said. “Through robust discussions and increasing our shared understanding of issues, we will continue to try and make the best decisions we can on behalf of the community.”
Cr Mike Bodsworth decided not to recontest the mayoral seat and said he felt thathehadhelpedcreatea“reallygoodand
strongfoundation”forthecouncilterm.
“I’mfeelingproudofthejobthatI’vedone as mayor, and I’m feeling really proud of what we’ve achieved together over the past year,”hesaid.
“My focus was very much on the council plan and on us all working together to establish a stable and effective council in thefirstyearofourfour-yearterm.”
Cr Paul Barker ran for the mayor and deputymayorpositionsbutwasonlyableto receivevotesfromhimselfandCrJoelGrist, with first-term Winchelsea councillor Tony
A platform for artists from all walks of life
Not-for-profit organisation Platform Arts hopes its new exhibition will see local art permeate personal, public and business spaces.
After Walter Hopps, the organisation’s inaugural community art show, gathers the works of 170 diverse artists from the Greater Geelong region, showcasing a range of media including paintings, sculptures,photographyandmixedmedia.
The show draws inspiration from American curator Walter Hopps, whose seminal1978exhibition36Hoursaccepted all works delivered to Washington’s Museum of Temporary Art by local people in a 36-hour period.
Platform Arts opened its gallery in early October,withartistsabletohavetheirwork installed on a first come, first served basis overthreedaysaheadofROAMGeelongon 11 October.
The exhibition drew two thousand visitorsforitsopeningevent,withathirdof the artworks sold on the first night.
The show’s final night on 11 December will be an art acquisition event, including the live auction of three of the exhibition’s outstanding works.
Platform Arts has encouraged the Geelong business community and the public to explore and purchase locally madeartworksforthehomeorofficespace.
Executivedirectorandco-chiefexecutive Tennille Moisel said the local business community could benefit from exploring such a large collection of works.
“Ourgoalistohavelocalartworkinevery office, reception area and boardroom in Geelong,” she said.
“There’s no better way to support local artists than to buy local art. It communicates a company’s values, supports community talent, and creates lasting impressions in ways that generic, mass-produced prints cannot match.”
Visit platformarts.org.au or call 03 5224 2815 to register for the free final night event.
Phelpsultimatelyelectedasdeputymayor. It was also the first meeting for new councillor Phoebe Crockett since she was sworninon11November.
“I’menergisedbytheopportunitytoserve a place I love and represent the diverse voices of residents across the Surf Coast,” MsCrocketttoldtheIndependent.
“I’d like to encourage sustainable and happy neighbourhoods, maintain and strengthen vital services like youth programs and community grants while helpingtoeasecost-of-livingpressures.”
YOUR SAY
I write in response Alan Barron’s say in the Independent (Climate debate welcomed, 17 October).
The gas companies have caused the tripling in our gas prices, which flows though to power prices, not renewable energy generators
Global warming has been caused by increasing C02 levels in the atmosphere to over 400ppMln, is a simple matter of physics. In layman’s terms, light passing through the the atmosphere from the sun or reflecting from the earth, constantly hit the C02 atoms in the atmosphere, causing them to act like little bar heaters, and heat the atmosphere around them. We have doubled the number of C02 bar heaters. As a consequence the atmosphere holds more water, so it rains less, causing droughts, and bush fires, but when it does finally rain, it buckets, causing floods. Also as the oceans heat up faster than the land we get more nasty winds and cyclones.
These consequences are bad enough, but the alarmist predictions don’t happen until we pass 5 degrees global warming and are yet to come. For example the Eastern Antarctic ice shelf is predicted to melt, and lift the world’s ocean levels by 5 metres The consequences we are seeing so far are only the warning light from the train at the end of the tunnel that is racing towards us.
Andrew Morris, Geelong West
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Fire Danger Period set to start soon across the south west region
Peopleshouldhelpsafeguardtheirfamilies and homes ahead of the upcoming Fire Danger Period that will soon begin across the south west region.
Borough of Queenscliffe, City of Greater Geelong, Golden Plains Shire Council and Surf Coast Shire residents are being encouraged to prepare their properties ahead of the Fire Danger Period.
Country Fire Authority District 7 acting assistant chief fire officer Wayne Aylmer said everyone could help reduce the risk of fire before the danger period begins on
Monday 24 November at 1am.
“We have already responded to a number of escaped burn-offs this spring, so please ensure you have enough water and resources on hand to extinguish them safely,” he said.
“There are concerns about the dryness withinnearbybushlandareas,particularly moresothanpreviousyears,andgrassfires that ignite will travel quickly in the forecasted conditions.
“We’re really encouraging residents to take the opportunity to clean up their
dry leaves and woodpiles, clear out their gutters, remove other flammable materials and keep grass cut short.
“The spring rainfall has been a welcome relief; however, it will help grass grow, and as we start to get warmer weather with strong winds, the grass will dry out, and the risk of grassfires will increase.”
People will also need to ensure that they register their burn-offs online at the Fire Permits Victoria website, and should make sure to check weather conditions beforehand.
The Fire Danger Period will begin across the south west region on 24 November. (Supplied)
Platform Arts’ Melissa Chapman and Hannah Senftleben. (Ivan Kemp) 518229_05
Executive’s historic role
AGeelongcouncilleadershipteammember will become Frankston City’s new chief executive.
Frankston City Council has announced CityofGreaterGeelongexecutivedirectorof placemakingTennilleBradleytotakeonthe municipality’s top job in January next year. The appointment is a historic one for Frankston City, with Ms Bradley the first woman to step into the council’s chief role. Ms Bradley, who previously held managerial positions at Darebin City, Melton City and property development company MAB, has been with Geelong
council since 2022.
HerfirstroleattheCitywasasmanagerof economy, place and events, then as acting executive director of customer, community andeconomy.Shebeganhercurrentroleat the beginning of 2024.
Ms Bradley reflected positively on her time at the City.
“Greater Geelong has so much potential, and, during my time, we’ve worked to unleash that and set the City up for the future,” she said.
“The placemaking directorate for which Ihavebeenresponsibleisallaboututilising
Manufacturing showcase
Geelong’s newest major development is tapping into the local manufacturing and construction industry and providing opportunities to the region’s awardwinning businesses.
The Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Entertainment Centre (GCEC) development, the crown jewel of the $676 million Geelong City Deal funded by federal, state and local government, is becoming a showcase of local industry.
MemberforGeelongChristineCouzens visited the site this week to reveal the locally designed and manufactured carpet that will cover more than 6000 square metres of floor within Nyaal Banyul.
Produced by Geelong-based Godfrey Hirst and co-designed with the Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation, the cutting-edge Enviro Grip carpet will cover the centre’s hall and theatre floor.
Thecarpetliesatopconcretebatchedin Moolap by the family-owned Barro Group, while the roof structure overhead contains steel fabricated at Hanlon Industry’s Corio factory and flashings from Rodgers Sheetmetal.
The walls feature joinery and cladding from North Geelong based Jacaranda Industries with locally milled fabric from textile manufacturer LoomTex.
The development has also given rise to the GCEC Early Engagement Social Procurement program, co-designed by Development Victoria, Give Where You Live Foundation and social enterprise gforce and delivered by Nyaal Banyul head contractor Built. In partnership with The Gordon TAFE, the program has created 43 apprenticeships and provided more than 37,000 hours of training.
our current capabilities, and planning for a better tomorrow, and I’ll be watching on from across the bay at Frankston as the City continues on this journey that we’ve started.
“IwanttothankeveryoneattheCitywho I’vehadtheprivilegetoworkalongside,and wish them well for the future.”
City of Greater Geelong chief executive Ali Wastie wished Ms Bradley all the best for the future.
“Tennille has been a formidable leader, making a significant mark on our organisation’s improved culture and taking
greatstridestowardsouraspirationofbeing the best local government to work for,” she said.
“As a result of her efforts, council’s financial sustainability has been greatly improved, and while doing this, Tennille has established and maintained great relationships throughout the organisation and council.
“Our loss is Frankston City Council’s gain, but I think Tennille’s story also highlights how much people can grow and develop personally at the City while they also deliver for our community.”
Godfrey Hirst national sales manager Joel Williamson, Christine Couzens MP and Built project manager Anthony Iaquinto. (Ivan Kemp) 517644_04
Floating tree ready to light up
Geelong’s floating Christmas tree has returned for the 12th year, boasting new light features and music programs.
The 25-metre-tall structure was towed across Corio Bay on Wednesday morning to Steampacket Quay and will make its official launch alongside Carols by the Bay this Saturday 22 November.
Carols by the Bay, hosted by Denis Walter, will begin at 7.30pm at Steampacket Gardens, pausing at 9pm for the lucky ‘flick the switch’ winner to light up the floating Christmas tree.
The full spectacle will be on display with 17,000 coloured pixels, 200 lights, 30 digital windows, 300 metres of LED neon rings, and two new music programs, supported by 3.5km of cabling.
Last year according to foot traffic data, an average 20,000 people visited the tree each day, and many stayed to explore the
nearby precinct and surroundings.
Mayor Stretch Kontelj said the tree had become a symbol of celebration.
“The tree lights up more than just the bay, it lights up our city,” he said.
“It’s an open invitation to explore Geelong. People come to see the lights, then stay to enjoy our restaurants, shops and waterfront. It’s a wonderful entry point to everything the region has to offer.”
The interactive tree will play six-minute shows every 15 minutes from 8.30pm to midnight each night until Wednesday 7 January.
To personalise the production from your phone, such as changing the colours, visit geelongchristmastree.com.au
Traffic controls will be in place around the waterfront this Saturday for Carols by the Bay.
Christine takes on the Great Ocean Road on two wheels
By Jena Carr
The Great Ocean Road will host this year’s TAC Great Vic Bike Ride, with a Geelong woman participating in the five-day cycling event.
Christine Redpath will participate in the 300-kilometre ride along Great Ocean Road’s coastlines, cliffs and winding country roads from Monday 24 November to Friday 28 November.
Ms Redpath said she was looking forward to the event as the ride took her across parts of the country she wouldn’t normally see.
“A fantastic thing about the ride is learning about communicating with each other, staying safe and being aware of cars on the road, along with what you should do,” she said.
“It’s not just a race, as everyone wants to gettotheendandwantseveryoneelsetoget to the end, so if you have a problem, there are people there asking if you are okay and willing to help.”
Ms Redpath said she especially knew the importanceofroadandcyclistsafetyfollowing an accident she had while cycling on the road close to 13 years ago.
“It doesn’t matter what clothing you wear orwhatlightsyouhaveonyourbike,it’svery easy for a car not to notice you,” she said.
“I was riding down Pakington Street to meet some people, and I don’t remember the accident, but I have spoken to a policeman who was at the accident scene.
“So, I was coming down a hill when a car turned left in front of me, but it didn’t hit me, as my injuries came from falling on the road, which included a fractured skull, a brain bleed and fractured ribs.
“I’m very conscientious now not to ride when it’s too wet, slippery, busy or windy, and so I’ve been very good about doing that if I’m riding on my own.”
Start your engines for a weekend of family fun
The Geelong Revival Motoring Festival roars back to Geelong’s picturesque waterfront this November, promising a vibrant celebration of classic cars, vintage fashion, and heart-stopping racing action.
Attracting more than 50,000 visitors annually, this iconic event offers a weekend of entertainment beyond the track.
Taking place over the weekend, Friday 28 to Sunday 30 November, this event is popular with both motoring enthusiasts and families. With most of the festival free, it’s the ideal weekend outing for all ages. Whether you’re racing, displaying a vehicle, dressing up for the fashion parade, or simply soaking up the atmosphere, there’s something for everyone.
Over the Saturday and Sunday, highlights include the following:
- Revival fashion awards – take a step back in time at this stylish celebration which showcases the best of bygone fashion. Entrants compete in various categories (including a children’s category) for the coveted title of best in show.
- Quarter Mile Sprints – based on the historic Brighton Speed Trials, the Quarter Mile Sprints are the jewel in Geelong Revival’s crown. The iconic curved track along Geelong’s Ritchie Boulevard is home to two days of full throttle racing action, featuring everything from Model Ts to McLarens.
- Shannons Classic Motorshow – wander through the ages as more than 500 vehicles line Geelong’s waterfront. Admire the Motorcycle Mecca display, Model Ts, Maseratis and everything in between.
- Free family friendly fun – from slot-car racing and giant games to carnival rides
and fashion parades, families can enjoy a two full days of free entertainment. To catch the racing action, pack a picnic and find a place on The Hill, which provides the ideal vantage point to watch the historic - Evening entertainment – as the sun goes down, the action continues along Geelong’s waterfront with many of the city’s most-popular eateries and drinking venues, such as Sailors Rest and Edge Geelong, offering live music late into the night. Those wanting to get closer to the action can purchase a Pit Pass – offering all-day access to the pit area, unrestricted viewing along the quarter mile track, and the chance to chat with crews about their awe-inspiring machines. Kids under 14 enter free with a paying adult.
For the full program or to get your tickets, visit geelongrevival.com.au
Carols by the Bay host Denis Walter, Mayor Stretch Kontelj and siblings Oliver, Nate and Lilah welcome the arrival of the floating Christmas tree. (supplied)
Geelong’s Christine Redpath will participate in this year’s TAC Great Vic Bike Ride. (Ivan Kemp) 518129_09
Sandra Horne with her 1932 Ford Coupe at last year’s Revival. (Ivan Kemp)
War memorial grandstand reopened at Winchelsea
A Winchelsea war memorial grandstand has reopened following upgrades to provide more functional clubroom space for the town’s RSL sub-branch.
Eastern Reserve’s Winchelsea and District Soldiers’ Memorial 1914-1918 grandstand underwent a $103,945 upgrade and was formally reopened on 14 November.
Winchelsea RSL Sub-Branch president Graham Kenafacke said the sub-branch had occupied the memorial grandstand for more than a century.
“We are very proud to have completed an upgrade which will greatly support our administrative, commemorative and fund-raising work into the future,” he said.
“Creating an opening through our dividing wall has been discussed by members for well over a decade, and now it has finally happened.
“Extension of the rooms gives us more space for displays, and we are passionate about our role in keeping our service history alive for our community, and this work has been a long time in the making.”
Upgrades to the heritage-listed building included installing a doorway opening that connects rooms and downlighting, constructing a new entry ramp, and expanding the library, museum, and workspaces.
Councillor Adrian Schonfelder said it was great to see upgrades, which also included internal and external painting, on the “important community building” completed.
“They (RSL) have done profound work over many decades supporting people in our community and helping people to connect with and commemorate our district’s distinguished service history,” he said.
Minister for Veterans Natalie Suleyman said Winchelsea had a strong history of honouring service men and women, with the RSL having operated without a break since it was formed in 1919.
“We’reproudtosupporttheupgradeofthe Winchelsea Soldiers Memorial, preserving an important place of remembrance for veterans and the community,” she said.
Aldershot Reserve playground complete
Children and families in St Albans Park have a new place to play ahead of the summer holidays.
City of Greater Geelong opened a new district playground at the popular public space as part of the Aldershot Reserve Masterplan upgrades, which also includes a fenced dog park completed in 2024. The playground includes a large tower, double flying fox, multiple swings, ninja course, nature play, bike parking hoops, paths, gardens and shade-providing trees, benches and repurposed musical instruments from Little Malop Street. Solar lights for pedestrians will soon be installed with further plans to include a pump track, fitness station and public toilet.
Equipmentfromthepreviousplayground will go to Rotary’s Overseas Recycled Playgrounds program, which sends unwanted playground equipment from Australia to disadvantaged communities in developing countries.
Cheetham Ward councillor Melissa Cadwell said the opening was transformational for Aldershot Reserve and St Albans Park.
“I’vebeenastrongadvocateforAldershot Reserve during my time on council,” she said.“Thetransformationthatwe’veseenat the reserve is nothing short of remarkable and I encourage the local community to
get down there and check it out.
“I’m excited for what’s next, including the toilet, enhanced lighting and the new facilities to promote active recreation.”
Mayor Stretch Kontelj said the opening was an exciting day for the local community.
“The new playground is a long way ahead of what used to be at Aldershot Reserve, with something for all ages and abilities,” he said.
“With the summer holidays just around the corner, this is perfect timing for St AlbansParkandthesurroundingsuburbs.”
CITYNEWS
CHRISTMAS OPENING NIGHT
Steam Packet Gardens
Saturday 22 November
7:30pm Preshow
8:00pm Main event
9:00pm Lighting of the tree and fireworks
9:10pm Santa arrives and carols continue FIREWORKS NOTICE
There will be a 2-minute small pyrotechnic display from the floating Christmas Tree at approximately 9.00pm. Please keep your pets safe.
For more information, visit geelong.link/ ChristmasOpeningNight
NEIGHBOURHOOD CONVERSATIONS
Visit Whittington Neighbourhood House, 20 Worden Court, on Wednesday 3 December from 10.00am–12.00pm as we chat with the community about what’s happening across the City and in the local area.
Councillor Melissa Cadwell will be there to hear from the community and answer any questions.
For more upcoming sessions visit geelong.link/ NeighbourhoodConversations.
IT’S EASY TO HAVE YOUR SAY
We invite you to share your views online:
›Chirnside Park Master Plan
›Expressions of Interest - Environment and Circular Economy Advisory Committee
›Geelong West Community Hub Draft Concept Plan
›Invest Geelong Refresh
›Northern and Western Geelong Growth Areas Strategic Assessment
Changed traffic conditions will be in place from Wednesday 26 November to Tuesday 2 December.
Visit: geelong.link/GeelongRevival
fOrT Youth Centre
Corner St Georges & Melbourne Road, Corio
Saturday 29 November
11.00am-2.00pm
Free activities for all ages
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @GeelongYouth
MEETINGS
Held at Council Conference and Reception Centrel, 57 Little Malop Street, Geelong. Council meeting
Tuesday 25 November at 6.00pm (doors open 5.45pm).
For agenda, and to live stream the meeting, visit geelong.link/CouncilMeetings
Questions and submissions must be provided in writing by 12.00pm on Monday 24 November via the link above.
Planning Committee meeting
Thursday 4 December at 6.00pm.
Item to be discussed:
›Planning Permit Application No. PP-2582024 – 325 Forest Road North, Lara. Use and development of the land for a camping and caravan park and removal of vegetation.
ADVISORY COMMITTEESAPPLY NOW
Applications are now open for the 2026-28 Advisory Committees to Council:
›Disability Access and Inclusion Advisory Committee
›LGBTQIA+ Advisory Committee
›Women in Community Life Advisory Committee.
Register your Expression of Interest (EOI) by Monday 8 December.
Visit: geelong.link/AdvisoryCommitteesEOI
BE FIRE READY
The Country Fire Authority (CFA) has declared the Fire Danger Period in our region will commence on Monday 24 November and end on Friday 1 May 2026.
Our Municipal Fire Prevention Officers are starting fire prevention inspections of properties in coming weeks until early 2026.
Learn what you can do to protect your property, livestock and community. Visit: geelong.link/BeFireReady or phone our Fire Prevention team on 5272 7245.
SUPPORT AT HOME
Did you know that we are a provider of support at home services?
For more information, scan the QR code or phone Community Care on 5272 4555.
Christmas
OPENING NIGHT
DENIS WALTER CAROLS BY THE BAY AND LIGHTING OF THE CHRISTMAS TREE
SATURDAY 22 NOVEMBER 7.30PM–9.30PM STEAMPACKET GARDENS
For more information scan the QR code or visit geelong.link/ ChristmasOpeningNight
Mayor Stretch Kontelj, Aggie, 5, and Cr Melissa Cadwell at St Albans Park’s newest playground. (Supplied)
RSL member David Loone, RSL Victoria senior vice-president Des Callaghan, Reverend Chris Duff, Surf Coast Shire Mayor Mike Bodsworth, and Winchelsea RSL president Graham Kenafacke. (Supplied)
Big fines for illegal dump
Victoria’s environmental protection watchdog has handed a hefty fine to a demolitioncompanyforanillegalburn-off in Charlemont.
High Tech Demolition Pty Ltd received two fines of $10,176 each from the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) Victoria for dumping and burning piles of demolition waste in what the regulatory body called “a warning signal” to the construction industry.
The company was also given an official
order to stop burying or burning waste after EPA officers found piles of waste still burning during inspections in August and September this year.
The EPA said the officers had been alerted by firefighters when the CFA responded to emergency calls and discovered charred demolition waste in trenches and old swimming pool pits.
EPA Southwest regional manager Martha-Rose Loughnane said illegal dumping and the burning of waste around
new housing estates was a recurring problem.
“Our region is growing rapidly, but growth must not come at the expense of the environment,” she said.
“Burningwasteisunacceptable;itposes serioushealthrisksfromsmokeinhalation, contaminates land intended for future homes,andthreatensgroundwaterquality.
“These practices threaten our ability to grow healthy food in our gardens and create safe communities. Individuals and
businesses that rely on this approach will be identified and held accountable.
“There is no circumstance where burning waste is an appropriate solution,” she said.
Members of the public can report pollution by providing details online at epa.vic.gov.au/report-pollution/reportingpollution or calling EPA’s 24-hour hotline on 1300 372 842.
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Christmas cheer arrives early at Mirambeena Park festival
ArmstrongCreek’sWarralilyTwilightFood and Makers Festival is promising to bring early Christmas cheer to the region.
HostedbyPiccadillyMarket,themuchloved twilight event will blend delicious food, artisan shopping, live local music and family-friendly entertainment to bringthecommunitytogethertowelcome Christmas at Mirambeena Park.
Piccadilly Market founder Janina Lear said visitors are encouraged to embrace the Christmas theme.
“From Santa hats to sequins, we’re inviting everyone to add a touch of festive sparkle to help light up the park,” she said.
“It’s the ideal chance to ease into the season, pick up some Christmas gifts and enjoy time together.”
Market goers can expect more than 45 stalls featuring handmade gifts, festive decor, local produce, and creative artisan pieces. The park will be filled with the aroma of delicious dishes on offer from
a wide array of food trucks and dessert vendors.
Adding to the festive mood is a stellar line-up of live local performers. Gabby Steel will bring her powerhouse vocals
and soulful stage presence, offering a mix of60sfavouritesthroughtocontemporary hits. She will be followed by Bella Lear known for her heartfelt sound.
The event is at Mirambeena Park, just
off Surf Coast Highway, on Saturday 29 November from 4pm to 8.30pm. For event updates and previews, follow @warralily and @piccadillymkt on social media.
(Pictures: Supplied)
Ready for take off
By Cr Stretch Kontelj OAM
The return of international flights at Avalon Airport is a huge step in the right direction for our region.
Avalon offers an international gateway for travellers and freight in and out of our region, and we recognise its significance in putting Geelong on the map globally.
The COVID-19 pandemic decimated international travel at Avalon and, after five years, I’m thrilled to see international flights returning, with Jetstar operating five return flights a week between Avalon and Bali from March 2026.
Domestically, the return of the Avalon to Adelaide service will offer more opportunities for interstate travel, as will the increased service to Brisbane. And last month, FlyPelican commenced operations out of Avalon offering three flights a week to Canberra.
It’s clear Avalon has the potential to significantly expand as an international airport, and increased commercial services out of the airport are certainly a fantastic milestone.
This growth in flights mirrors the massive expansion in industry at Avalon in recent years.
Already, Avalon is home to Hanwha’s $170 million facility building the next generation of armoured vehicles for the Australian Army.
Avalon’s defence sector capabilities continuetogrow.LockheedMartinrecently executed a lease for warehousing space at
Avalon Airport to store essential equipment required to support the Guided Weapons and Explosive Ordnance (GWEO).
Recently, I wrote to Federal Minister for Defence Industry, Pat Conroy, to express our staunch support of locating these operations at Avalon Airport, as this has the potential to transform our burgeoning defence advanced manufacturing sector into a centre of national excellence.
All of this, in addition to hosting the Southern Hemisphere’s largest aerospace and defence exposition, the Avalon Australian International Airshow, makes our state’s ’second airport’ a key priority for future investment.
None of this exciting growth, however, will be viable in the long-term unless we have the right public transport options for commuters and travellers.
Weneedtoinvestsignificantlynowrather
than later to entice travellers to choose Avalon, and support Avalon’s expanding freight and industrial workforce.
The Victorian government recently pledged to launch a new bus route between Lara Railway Station and Avalon Airport, complementingexistingSkybusandMyBus services.
The new Route 18 will be the first public bus service for Avalon and will connect the airport to Lara seven days a week, to make it easier for travellers and workers to get to the airport and employment precinct.
While I welcome this service, it is only a temporary solution.
A train station and rail link at Avalon is vital to support its future growth.
Council has identified this as a long-term priority project, and we will continue to advocateforthisonbehalfofthecommunity in the lead up to the 2026 state election and beyond.
We are also seeking major upgrades to Beach Road, which links the Princes Freeway with Avalon, to improve freight and passenger movements by road.
And the City of Greater Geelong and Wyndham City councils are jointly advocating for a three-year funding program, to be matched by Avalon Airport, to attract more international airlines.
Jetstar has already flagged the possibility ofmoreinternationalflightsasitpreparesto reconfigure its fleet of 11 Boeing 787-8s.
This would be fantastic news for travellers both here in Greater Geelong and across the state.
I look forward to seeing further investment into Avalon and ushering in evenmoreinternationalflightsandairlines, connecting Geelong to the world.
City of Greater Geelong mayor Stretch Kontelj. (Supplied)
Borough names new chief
Michael Tudball will take over the head spot at the Borough of Queenscliffe after the current chief executive was voted out by council.
Mr Tudball was appointed to the acting chief executive position during a special meeting on 17 November, following council’s decision on 10 November to finalise Martin Gill’s contract early.
Mayor Di Rule said she looked forward to welcoming Mr Tudball into the role for a minimum of three months from 1 December.
“Council is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Tudball to the Borough of Queenscliffe in an interim capacity until a new chief executive officer is formally appointed,” she said.
“Followingaselectionprocessconducted by council’s CEO Recruitment Advisory Committee, we are confident that Michael is exceptionally qualified for this role.
“With a strong professional reputation and proven expertise, he possesses the experience and commitment required to guide the borough effectively through this
transitional period.”
Mr Gill will finish in the chief executive role on 28 November after being with council for six years, ahead of his initial contract end date of October next year.
“I am excited by the opportunity to bring fresh energy and ideas to the management and culture of our council,” Mayor Rule said.
“On behalf of all the councillors and the community of Queencliffe, I thank Mr Gill for his efforts and wish him and his family all the best for the future.”
Paddlers prepare to take on the Impossible
By Jena Carr
Paddlerswillbattlethetidesduringthe10th Impossible Ocean Paddle from Torquay to BarwonHeads.
The 18km event will see people paddle out from Torquay’s Fishermans Beach to BarwonHeadsBluffinsurfskis,seakayaks, outrigger canoes, stand-up paddle boards andproneboards.
Chief organiser Peter Currie said the race was a chance to explore the region from the water and that he looked forward to seeing peopleparticipating.
“We paddle between Barwon Heads and Torquay,butwegothroughPointImpossible, hence the name of the Impossible Ocean Paddle,” he said. “You just get to paddle past the wonderful beaches of Torquay, Bancoora, Point Impossible and 13th Beach beforeyougettoBarwonHeads.”
Mr Currie said it was “terrific to reach 10 years” with the event and hoped to see it continueforanotherdecade.
“It’s great that we’re building numbers, and people are getting these skis and starting to learn to paddle them well,” he said.“Wewouldlovetohavesouth-westerly
winds, as these vessels are designed to paddle with the wind...and we only put 10 peopleineachwave,whichisbasedontheir potentialspeed.
“People who are fairly new to the sport, we’ll send them off early, and those more experienced, we’ll send them off last, so they should all finish roughly about the sametime.”
South West Race Management will host the event from 9.30am on Saturday 22 November, with people encouraged to watch the race in Torquay and Barwon Heads.
Safety upgrades for Fischer St
Roadclosuresarecurrentlyunderway inTorquayasupgradeworksprogress to increase safety for pedestrians and cyclists.
Raised priority crossings and dedicated cycling lanes will be installed at key intersections along Fischer Street, with the street closed tosouthboundtrafficbetweenAquilla AvenueandCowrieStreet.
Placemaking and Environment general manager Chris Pike said traffic would be diverted through the Esplanade, but that Fischer Street would remain open for northbound trafficthroughouttheproject.
“It’sanimportantpieceofworkgiven the history of accidents along Fischer Street, including several involving cyclists,” he said. “We understand roadworks are inconvenient and appreciate the community’s patience whiletheseupgradestakeplace.
“While there is some short-term impacttopeopleastheydrivearound town,thelong-termsafetybenefitsfor allroaduserswillbesignificant.”
There will also be localised traffic diversions associated with works at the Fischer Street/Darian Road intersection and the Fischer Street/ BeachRoadintersection.
The closure will remain in place until the work is completed, which is expected before Christmas, with residentscontinuingtohaveaccessto theirhomes.
Workswillincludeprovidingraised priority crossings for pedestrians and cyclists on all four sides of the Darian Road roundabout and on the eastern sideoftheBeachRoadroundabout.
The upgrades would also include construction of an off-road bike lane onthesouth-boundsideandmarking a 1.5-metre on-road cycle lane on the north-bound side of Parkside CrescenttoHighlanderStreet.
Giving tree branches out again to bring joy during the festive season
Geelong workplaces, community groups andresidentscangetbehindMeli’sGiving Tree Appeal to help bring joy to people in need during the festive season. The appeal is in its 25th year of raising money to support children, families and individuals who may be experiencing hardship at what can be a challenging time of the year.
Meli chief executive Robyn Hayles encouraged people across Geelong to support the campaign, especially as cost-of-living pressures continue to increase.
“Christmas should be a time of joy and connection, but for many, it can be
a period of real financial and emotional stress,” she said. “With the cost-of-living crisis continuing to impact households, even a small donation can make a big difference to a local family in need.”
The appeal raised $110,000 and supported more than 2300 families and individuals across the region last year, with WorkSafe Victoria Social Club being the top fundraising team, having raised $7000.
“For the past two years, our social club has proudly supported Meli’s Giving Tree Appeal,” club vice-president Tim Crowley said. “As a club, we love knowing that our fundraising efforts help families,
children, and individuals in the lead up to the festive season.”
Ambassador Kim Cooper said she was a long-time supporter of the appeal and that she was thrilled to add her voice to the campaign.
“Everyone deserves to experience a little magic during the festive season, so please consider donating if you can,” she said.
The appeal launched on 13 November and will run until 9 December, with all funds raised converted into gift cards to give recipients the freedom to choose what matters most, like a gift or special meal.
APCO Foundation’s Jade Augustine, GMHBA’s David Greig, Anthony Costa Foundation’s Cynthia Scherer, The Sexual Assault & Family Violence Centre’s Kerriann Campbell-Jones, Meli’s Robyn Hayles and appeal ambassador Kim Cooper. (Alan Barber)
Chloe, Alexis, Luca, Niamh, Will and Izzy prepare for the Impossible Ocean Paddle. (Ivan Kemp) 518773_01
Michael Tudball will be Borough of Queenscliffe’s acting chief executive from December. (Supplied)
BUSINESS IN F CUS
Three big hearts, one bigger idea helping change lives
Nine years ago, what started as a simple kitchen-table chat between three passionate professionals has since grown into one of Australia’s most respected voices in disability housing.
The year was 2016, and Goro Gupta, Nicole Doherty, and Joseph Sulfaro were all seeing the same heartbreaking pattern –Australianswithdisabilitiesbeingoffered ‘a bed’, not a home.
The trio decided enough was enough. If the NDIS was going to change lives, then housing needed to do the same.
Each founder brought a unique piece to the puzzle. Goro had a head for systems, sustainability, finance, and strategy – he could see the long game. Nicole had the heart, and extensive community sector knowledgeandexperience,workingclosely with participants and families, always making sure the person came before the paperwork.
Joseph, with his builder’s background, had the hands and the know-how to turn dreams into bricks and mortar.
Together they formed Empowered Liveability with a shared mission to design homes that didn’t just tick boxes but truly transformed lives.
Theinspirationwasdeeplypersonal.One of the first sparks came from a young man named Eddy, who after an acquired brain injury, was placed in an aged care facility becausetheresimplywasn’tanappropriate housing option available.
The problem was no longer theoretical –it was urgent, real, and sitting at their own family table.
So, the trio rolled up their sleeves. There was very little housing at the time, ‘SDA’ within the NDIS was very new, there was
For his family – and for Nicole – it was a devastating reality check. Around the same time, Nicole’s sister Kelly faced spinal surgery from Cauda Equina, a rare spinal cord injury. As Nicole watched her being wheeled into theatre, she realised that Kelly’s charming little cottage, which had brought her so much joy, would no longer be suitable for her new mobility needs.
no blueprint for what they wanted to build – just a shared belief that people with disabilities deserve homes that feel like home.
They began partnering with families, providers, and communities, creating housing that offered choice, independence and dignity.
Fast forward nearly a decade and
Empowered Liveability stands as a testament to what passion, purpose, and a few bold ideas can do. What began as three peoplewithaplanhasgrownintohundreds of front doors opened, lights switched on, and lives changed.
Because at Empowered Liveability, it’s never just about where you live – it’s about living life on your terms.
Directors of Empowered Liveability, Goro Gupta, Nicole Doherty and Joseph Sulpharo. (Pictures: Supplied)
Nicole visiting Eddie (Empowered Liveability’s first tenant) at his new home.
A specialist disability accommodation property, noting no steps and wider doorways.
When art and coffee collide
Cecilia Cabalquinto and her husband moved to Geelong in 2011, where she has since carved out an artistic niche for herself painting with coffee and other beverages. She spoke to Matt Hewson about living a creative life in the region.
Art was always one of Cecilia Cabalquinto’s favourite pastimes as a child.
While she has become an established local artist with her own distinctive style, she has travelled a long and winding road to get there.
GrowingupinManilainthePhilippines, Cecilia was “a quiet kid, the shy type”, who loved nothing more than drawing her favourite animated characters.
“At what age, I’m not sure, but from memory I was always drawing princesses,” she said.
“Also Garfield, anything animated, that’s what I was learning to draw in grade school. It was probably around grade three I realised there was something there, but I didn’t really take it seriously because it was just fun.”
In high school Cecilia’s artistic interests and skills continued to blossom; she kept visual journals, began painting and participated in art competitions.
But even then, she “wasn’t taking it too seriously…I was just having a good time, and also I was always being told that you wouldn’t earn anything from art, so it was just a hobby”.
After finishing high school Cecilia decided to do a science degree. But even so,sheensuredhercreativesidewouldstill be stimulated, enrolling in an industrial design course.
“I actually tried to find a course that had the least amount of math because I wanted more creative stuff,” she said.
“The brief said ‘you’re going to be designing toys, cars’, which sounded fun, but no, I had to do strength of materials, engineering mechanics.
“But it was good, and I think my love for the arts was honed there because I got to do product design, which actually led to my career in visual merchandising.”
During college Cecilia also met Marco, a fellow student and choir member.
“I liked him before I actually met himhow does that work?” she laughed.
“I was in charge of going through applications for our choir at the time and his photo popped up. My friend was like, ‘I know this guy, he’s nice’ and I thought he wascute,sotherestisprettymuchhistory.”
Thetwosharedmanyinterests-Marcois also a photographer - and, after marrying in 2007, the pair relocated to Darwin a year later, where Cecilia became a visual merchandiser for Country Road.
“We always felt we were destined not to be in the Philippines, in the sense that all the things we wanted to achieve, we felt, were outside the Philippines,” she said.
“Part of that was making sure that we provided for our family down the line, but the other thing is we were very much explorers; we just don’t like staying in one space.
“We picked Australia because it was one place neither of us had been to and we wanted to explore it.”
However, after three years in Darwin and the birth of their first child the Cabalquintos decided to look elsewhere, eventually settling on Geelong in 2011.
“I don’t think we picked Geelong for Geelong, because we didn’t know much about it,” Cecilia said. “But we wanted to experience another part of Australia….and honestly, we couldn’t have picked a place better than Geelong, it’s just beautiful. It has everything; it’s coastal, it’s quiet but busy enough.
“I think what drew us in general was that it was the perfect place to bring up a family. Never did we think that we would have all these other opportunities coming our way.”
I was having a coffee and I thought, what would this look like on paper ... It’s just like watercolour, so my love for that just transferred to coffee
- Cecilia Cabalquinto
Those opportunities came through Geelong’screativecommunity,givingboth Cecilia and Marco the chance to explore their respective visual media.
After the birth of her second child in 2015, Cecilia began “doodling and thinking”, and in 2017 she decided to try to meet others interested in drawing and painting.
“I found Geelong Illustrators through Instagram, and at the time they were starting a new phase,” she said.
“So it started with Clare Holder and Mandy Dollery and then I was the third one who came in. It was just the three of us doing random things, making up stuff, not thinking much about it.
“That was the humble beginning of what is now a bigger group, but also how I got into everything - with that connection, it gave me the opportunity to meet all these other artists.”
Since then Cecilia has had her work presented in nearly 30 exhibitions at venues such as Little Creatures, 101 Ryrie Arts, Brunswick Street Gallery and The Space.
She also took part in the inaugural Yarra Street Window Gallery and Bellarine Arts Traillastyearandhadashowwithhusband Marco in 2023 at Platform Arts.
“I was drawing and drawing…I started doing illustrations of my children for children’s books, I was trying everything from sharpies to acrylic to watercolour, which I hated at the time,” she said.
“It’s a very hard medium, there’s no turning back. With acrylic, if you don’t like it you can go over it, you’ll be fine.
“I had to do a project for Geelong Illustrators using watercolour and when it was over I was like, oh god, this is done, I’ll never use it again.
“Six months later, I was thinking, I have to use watercolour again for something. And that was pretty much it, I was in love with it, and now everything I do is in watercolour.”
Then, a random thought changed everything. Sitting with her kids one day at a cafe, Cecilia decided to paint the scene using her coffee.
“IwashavingacoffeeandIthought,what would this look like on paper?” she said.
“SoIgotanespressoandstartedpainting my kids in the background. I thought, this could be something.
“Andthatwasprettymuchthebeginning ofthiscoffeething.It’sjustlikewatercolour, so my love for that just transferred to coffee.”
Cecilia began experimenting, painting with different types of coffee, finding out how it was affected by time, temperature and sun exposure.
“I started in late 2017 doing the coffee thing, but I only really started doing it officially a year or two later because I was waiting to see how it would turn out,” she said. “It was a process to see if it was even going to be worth doing down the line, because tea changes colour in an instant, wine changes immediately.”
Once she was happy coffee would consistently hold its colour and quality, Cecilia began creating in earnest.
Cafes were, of course, the natural sites for painting with coffee, as they were both interesting scenes to depict and the source of the material.
Slowly, an idea began to emerge in her mind. First Cecilia thought about releasing a book of cafe illustrations, but soon broadenedtheideatoincludecontributors, authors who could write poems or stories inspired by their local cafe.
Backing her idea, Cecilia successfully applied for one of City of Greater Geelong’s Creative Seed grants for 2024-25, receiving funding of $2500 to explore a proof of concept.
“The grant really helped, and because it was a Geelong grant I thought it should support more people in Geelong,” she said.
“So I was able to give part of the grant to my contributors…three brave souls who applied.”
Cecilia used the poems and story provided by the contributors to inspire her illustrations, painting scenes in the cafes with the coffee they make.
The project has so far been successful, with Cecilia planning to gather more contributors, provide augmented reality experiences with music and animations and create a larger, fold-out book.
Shealsohopestopursueabiggerproject, travelling around the country to meet cafe owners and coffee roasters and produce videos painting with their coffee.
Allthewhile,Ceciliajugglesafamilyand a full-time job as a picture framer, but she wouldn’t have it any other way.
“I do it because I love it - it’s something that I’ve always wanted to do and I just can’t believe that it’s finally coming to fruition,” she said.
“I feel like I’m doing it for me…I never thought that I would be able to do this, and now that it’s here I’m going to take care of it like a baby.”
Artist Cecilia Cabalquinto uses coffee to paint cafe scenes. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 515882
The Guide
PICK OF THE WEEK
CRICKET: THE ASHES FIRST TEST
Seven, Friday, from noon
A scorching summer of cricket awaits fans, with riveting WBBL action already underway, the electrifying atmosphere of the BBL around the corner, and one of sport’s greatest rivalries – the Ashes – making its way to Perth. Seven has assembled the best in the business to call their coverage, with renowned broadcaster David “Bumble” Lloyd and former fast-bowling great Stuart Broad delivering witty, informative and entertaining commentary alongside cricket greats Ricky Ponting, Aaron Finch (both pictured), Matthew Hayden and Justin Langer, to name a few. Pat Cummins’ injury, which rules the Aussie captain out of the first Test, might have the Barmy Army thinking they’ve got a glimpse at glory, but neither history nor the weather is on their side.
Friday, November 21
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
HARD QUIZ KIDS
ABC Family, Saturday, 7.30pm
He’s quick to knock comedians down a peg or two on Taskmaster Australia, and doesn’t mind grilling the contestants on HardQuiz– but does Tom Gleeson hold back any barbs for the junior quiz contenders on this tweenage spin-off? Not a chance. Luckily, the kids can give as good as they get (and admittedly, some of Gleeson’s more sarcastic zingers go straight over their heads). Another quartet of aspiring quizmasters land in Gleeson’s roasting pan in tonight’s episode: Veda is ready to show off her extensive dolphin knowledge, Viyona (pictured) is cricket legend Jasprit Bumrah’s biggest fan, Tyler talks all things Titanicand Hrishi sets out to prove his Pluto prowess. It’s fun for the whole family.
SEVEN (6, 7)
LIVE AID: WHEN ROCK ‘N’ ROLL TOOK ON THE WORLD
Nine, Sunday, 8pm
Back in 1984, rock star Bob Geldof (pictured) saw a BBC news report about Ethiopia’s “biblical famine” while on his way to a book launch, and the rest is history. The Boomtown Rats frontman was able to assemble just about every pop star in Britain to record charity single “Do They Know It’s Christmas?”, which would spawn a global movement and catapult Geldof into the complex world of African politics. Four decades on from the Live Aid concert, this insightful series combines new interviews with behind-the-scenes footage and performances to uncover how it all happened – without shying away from the controversies along the way.
SHANE DELIA’S MALTA
SBS Food, Monday, 8pm
Much like Stanley Tucci’s travels through Italy and Eva Longoria’s recent trek through Spain, Shane Delia (pictured) charts the history of his homeland Malta through its unique food in this docuseries.
The celebrated Melbourne-based chef says the vibrant cuisine of the Mediterranean archipelago has long been overlooked, so it’s high time viewers got an authentic taste of its delectable delights, including the national dish stuffat tal-fenek (rabbit stew) and street food such as pastizzi (savoury pastries). In Monday’s premiere, Delia starts his culinary journey in the fishing village of Marsaxlokk.
NINE (8, 9) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (PG, R) 11.05 The Forsytes. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 The Newsreader. (Ml, R) 2.00 Grand Designs Australia. (PG, R) 2.55 QI. (PGs, R) 3.25 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.55 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
(R) Hosted by Tom Gleeson.
9.55 Crime Night! (PG, R) Hosted by Julia Zemiro.
10.25 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)
10.55 ABC Late News.
11.10 Silent Witness. (Mal, R)
12.15 Rage New Music. (MA15+dhlnsv)
5.00 Rage. (PG)
6am Morning Programs. 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 2.05 Wildlife ER. (PG, R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 Living Black: 50 Years Of SBS Indigenous. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.05 Europe’s Greatest Train Journeys. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 The Ashes: Pre-Game Show. 1.20 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Morning session. 3.20 The Ashes: The Lunch Break. 4.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Afternoon session.
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Hurricanes From Above. (PGa)
8.30 Unlocking The Secrets Of The Nazca Lines. (PGa, R) A look at the Nazca Lines.
9.20 The Welsh Valley That Won The Lottery. (PG, R) A look at how a community won the lottery.
10.15 SBS World News Late.
10.45 Sisi. (MA15+av, R)
11.45 Tokyo Vice. (Malsv, R) 1.50 New Zealand From A Train. (R) 3.35 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 11.55 Thomas And Friends. 12.30pm Millie Magnificent. 12.55 Builder Brothers Dream Factory. 2.15 Thomas. 2.50 Gardening Australia Junior. 3.05 Play School. 3.40 Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.35 Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. 8.00 Scooby-Doo And Guess Who? 8.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 9.00 Robot Wars. 10.00 Late Programs.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Evening session. 9.00 Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Match 18. Brisbane Heat v Sydney Thunder. From Allan Border Field, Brisbane. 11.30 GetOn Extra. A look at the weekend’s best racing.
12.00 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. (PG, R) Presented by Chrissie Swan. 1.00 In Plain Sight. (Madv) A witness makes a startling discovery.
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.
Morning
7.55 France 24 Feature. 8.10 NHK Newsline. 8.40 CBC The National. 9.30 BBC News At Six. 10.00 Mastermind Aust. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 Deep Fake Neighbour Wars. 1.30 France 24. 2.00 Beach Volleyball. World C’ships. Quarter-finals. Afternoon. 6.05 BBC News At Ten. 6.35 Jeopardy! 7.30 Beach Volleyball. World C’ships. Quarterfinals. Evening session. 11.30 What It Feels Like For A Girl. 1.25am Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 2.15 Letterkenny. 3.10 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera. 6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Gatecrashers. 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 Better Homes. 5.00 Escape To The Country. 6.00 Bargain Hunt. 7.00 Better Homes. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 11.30 Escape To The Country. 1.30am The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Animal Rescue. 3.00 Better Homes. 5.30 The Great Australian Doorstep.
7.30 David Attenborough’s Asia: Saving Asia. (PGa) Presented by Sir David Attenborough.
8.45 MOVIE: The Magnificent Seven. (2016, Mv, R) Seven mercenaries are hired by a small town. Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt. 11.25 Law & Order: Organized Crime. (MA15+av, R)
12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 Drive TV: Launch Pad. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 Home Shopping.
5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)
ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 The West Wing. Noon Pretty Little Liars. 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: Get Smart. (2008, PG) 9.40 MOVIE: Conan The Barbarian. (2011, MA15+) 11.55 Ghost Hunters. 12.55am The Vampire Diaries. 2.35 Supernatural. 3.30 Nanny. 4.00 Barbie: A Touch Of Magic. 4.30 LEGO Jurassic World: Legend Of Isla Nublar. 4.50 Hop. 5.10 Booba. 5.30 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. Noon NFL.
Deal Or No Deal. (R)
Big Brother Australia. (Malns) Hosted by Mel Tracina. 8.40 Ambulance UK. (Ml, R) Paramedics respond to calls regarding an attempted suicide and an 81-year-old who has fallen off his mobility scooter. 9.50 The Graham Norton Show. (Mlv, R) Celebrity guests include Paul Mescal. 11.00 10’s Late News. 11.30 10 News+. (R)
7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Surveillance Oz. 8.00 Cricket. WBBL. Heat v Thunder. 9.00 MOVIE: Ambulance. (2022, MA15+) 11.55 MOVIE: The Forever Purge. (2021, MA15+) 2.05am Pawn Stars. 2.35 Surveillance Oz. 3.00 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Ent. Tonight. 9.00 Neighbours. 9.30 Bold. 10.00 Family Feud. 10.30 Ridiculousness. 11.30 Deal Or
10 COMEDY (52, 11)
Saturday, November 22
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Return To Paradise. (PGav, R) 1.25 Maigret. (PGav, R) 2.20 All Creatures Great And Small. (PG, R) 3.10 ACO: Gershwin And Shostakovich. (Return) 4.55 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 5.25 Landline. (R) 5.55 Australian Story. (R)
6.25 I Was Actually There: Sydney To Hobart Yacht Race Tragedy. (Final, PG, R) Looks at the 1998 Sydney to Hobart yacht race.
7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.
7.30 Return To Paradise. (PGa) A rock star is murdered in a locked theatre, forcing Mack to uncover the truth.
8.30 Vera. (Mv, R) Vera investigates the death of a young man whose remains are discovered in a remote cave. The only clues she has to work with are a crucifix found on the body and ticket stubs in the victim’s pocket.
10.00 The Forsytes. (PG, R) Jolyon makes a life-changing discovery.
10.55 Bergerac. (Mlv, R) Bergerac searches for kidnapped baby Lily. 11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Music video clips.
ABC FAMILY (22)
6am Children’s Programs. 5.10pm We’re Going On A Bear Hunt. 5.35 Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge. 6.00 Octonauts: Above And Beyond. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.30 Hard Quiz Kids. 8.00 Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament Of Houses. 8.40 Chopped Jnr. 9.25 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Late Programs.
NITV (34)
6am Morning Programs. 1.35pm Waterworld Africa. 2.25 Nula. 2.55 Big Sky Girls. 3.20 Supreme Team. 4.30 Faboriginal. 5.00 Pacific Island Food Revolution. 6.00 Amplify. 6.40 The Other Side. 7.30 Alone Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: The Lost Boys. (1987, M) 10.15 Uncharted With Alicia Keys. Midnight Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 9.00 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 9.10 Ireland’s Historic Gardens. (R) 10.05 Beyond The Beaten Path. (PG, R) 11.00 Shepherdess. (PG, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 Soccer. Australian Championship. First quarter-final. 3.30 Soccer. Australian Championship. Second quarter-final.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 A Royal Guide To Wales. A look at Wales’ relationship with the royals, which has been somewhat rocky over the centuries.
8.25 This Is Joan Collins. (Malsv, R) Takes a look into the life of Joan Collins using never-before-seen home movie footage.
10.15 Reckless. (R) June scrambles to cover her tracks.
11.15 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Mav, R) A member of Little Italy’s community is found dead.
2.40 All Is Bright. (R)
3.55 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R)
5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SBS VICELAND (31)
6am Morning
Programs. 12.30pm BBC News At Ten. 1.00 Motor Racing. Trico Trans Am Series. Hi-Tec Oils Mallala Homecoming. 5.05 WorldWatch. 6.35 Impossible Engineering. 7.30 Beach Volleyball. World C’ships. Semi-finals. Evening session. 9.30 Presidential Planes. 10.30 Snowpiercer. 12.20am While The Men Are Away. 12.50 Late Programs.
SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)
6am Morning Programs. 12.45pm Let Me
Introduce You To Sofia. (2018, Mal, Italian) 2.35 The Ploughman’s Lunch. (1983, PGals) 4.35 Widows’ Peak. (1994, PGalv) 6.30 Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. (1988, PGals) 8.30 Reservoir Dogs. (1992, MA15+alv) 10.20 The Sex Of The Angels. (2012, MA15+s, Spanish, Catalan) 12.20am Late Programs.
SEVEN (6, 7)
6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Motorbike Cops. (PGl, R) 12.30 The Ashes: Pre-Game Show. 1.20 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 2. Morning session. 3.20 The Ashes: The Lunch Break. 4.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 2. Afternoon session.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 2. Evening session.
9.00 Unfiltered: Cricket. (Premiere, PG)
9.30 MOVIE: Oblivion. (2013, Mlv, R) During a mission to extract vital resources from a post-apocalypse Earth, a drone repairman finds himself forced to tackle some troubling questions when he rescues a stranger from a downed spacecraft. Tom Cruise, Morgan Freeman, Olga Kurylenko.
12.05 In Plain Sight. (Madv) Mary is kidnapped.
1.00 Travel Oz. (PG, R) Hosted by Greg Grainger.
2.00 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 Horse Racing. Cranbourne Cup Day, The Gong Race Day and Mooloolaba Cup Day. 6.00 Dog Patrol. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 1.30am The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Animal Rescue. 2.30 Creek To Coast. 3.00 Weekender. 3.30 Late Programs.
7MATE (64, 73)
6am Morning Programs. 2pm Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Football. AFL Women’s. First prelim. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 The Ashes: Tea Break. 6.20 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Aust v England. Evening session. 7.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Second prelim. 9.15 MOVIE: Godzilla. (1998, PG) 12.05am Late Programs.
Sunday, November 23
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 Miriam & Alan: Lost In Scotland And Beyond… (Final, PG, R) 3.25 Long Lost Family. (R) 4.10 Extraordinary Escapes. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) Hosted by Adam Hills.
8.00 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (PG) Heat five features an array of unique talent.
8.50 The Forsytes. (PG) James attempts to sabotage Joylon.
9.45 Return To Paradise. (PGa, R) A rock star is murdered in a locked theatre.
10.40 When The War Is Over. (PG, R)
11.15 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 11.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
3.00 Dream Gardens. (PG, R) 3.30 The Art Of. (PG, R) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)
ABC FAMILY (22)
SBS (3)
6am Morning Programs. 12.55 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Gold Stars: The Story Of FIFA World Cups. 4.10 Motor Racing. World RallyRaid Championship. Highlights. 5.10 The Throwback. (PG) 5.20 Primitive Medium. (R) 5.30 Hitler-Stalin: A Secret Relationship. (PGavw, R)
6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 The Black Death: Patient Zero. (PG) Looks at the history of the bubonic plague. 9.10 Army Of Lovers: Ancient Greece: The Sacred Band Of Ancient Greece. (M) Looks at the Sacred Band of Thebes. 10.45 Odysseus Returns. (PG, R) 11.45 Uri Geller’s Secret Treasures. (PG, R) 1.05 MOVIE: Fiona Clark: Unafraid. (2021, M) 2.35 Mariupol: The People’s Story. (MA15+alvw, R) 4.15 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (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: Let’s Eat. 3.30 PJ Masks Power Heroes. 4.20 Millie Magnificent. 4.45 Gardening Australia Junior. 5.10 Paddington. 6.30 Paddington. 6.50 Andy And The Band. 7.35 The Mysterious Benedict Society. 8.10 Crongton. 8.35 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.20 Abbott Elementary. 10.00 Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. Noon Bamay. 12.20 Trip Hazard: My Great British Adventure. 1.15 Jeopardy! 3.20 Beach Volleyball. World C’ships. Bronze medal matches. 5.20 WorldWatch. 6.20 Abandoned Engineering. 7.20 Beach Volleyball. World C’ships. Gold medal matches. 9.30 Liaison. (Premiere) 11.30 Forbidden History. 12.25am 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 Surfing Australia TV. 12.30 My Way. 1.00 Our State On A Plate. 1.30 Explore. 1.35 The Golden Bachelor. (Final, PGa, R) 3.15 David Attenborough’s Asia. (PGa, R) 4.30 The Garden Gurus. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. (PG) 6am Morning Programs. 10.30 Airport 24/7. (PGal, R) 11.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (PGl, R) 12.30
6.00 9News Saturday.
7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 MOVIE: The Wizard Of Oz. (1939, G, R) In the middle of a tornado, a young girl from Kansas is transported to the magical land of Oz, where she and her companions search for a wizard who can fulfil their wishes, including returning her home.
Judy Garland, Ray Bolger, Bert Lahr.
9.35 To Be Advised. (R)
1.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) Neville shares tips on fruits and citrus.
2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PG) Religious program.
2.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
4.30 Global Shop. (R) Home shopping.
5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)
5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R) A celebration of people and organisations.
9GEM (81, 92)
6am Morning Programs. 11.35 MOVIE: Carry On Teacher. (1959) 1.20pm MOVIE: Outcast Of The Islands. (1951, PG) 3.20 MOVIE: Kings Of The Sun. (1963, PG) 5.30 MOVIE: Lawman. (1971, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Stargate. (1994, PG) 9.50 MOVIE: Stargate: Continuum. (2008, M) 11.50 MOVIE: Slayground. (1983, M) 1.45am Late Programs.
9GO! (82, 93)
6am Morning Programs. 1.40pm Seinfeld. 2.10 Creative Generation: State Schools On Stage. 3.55 MOVIE: Middle School: The Worst Years Of My Life. (2016, PG) 5.45 MOVIE: Cats & Dogs. (2001, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: The Lord Of The Rings: The Fellowship Of The Ring. (2001, M) 11.05 The Winter King. 12.15am Love Island Games. 2.35 Late Programs.
6.30 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 7.30 Selling Houses Australia. The team helps a woman whose home has been neglected since her ex-husband moved out.
8.40 Location, Location, Location Australia. (PGl, R) Mitch Edwards and Mark McKie head to Melbourne’s inner city and western suburbs. 9.50 Harry And Meghan: The Rise And Fall. (PGa) Looks at Harry and Meghan’s life, including their controversial interview with Oprah Winfrey. 10.50 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv, R) The team investigates a series of fires. 11.50 FBI. (Mav, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power.
(6, 7)
6am Morning Programs. 1.00 The Ashes: Pre-Game Show. 1.20 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 3. Morning session. 3.20 The Ashes: The Lunch Break. 4.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 3. Afternoon session.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 3. Evening session. 9.00 Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Match 22. Brisbane Heat v Melbourne Stars. From Allan Border Field, Brisbane. 11.30 MOVIE: The Invisible Man. (2020, MA15+av, R) A woman is tormented by her ex-boyfriend. Elisabeth Moss, Oliver Jackson-Cohen.
2.30 Home Shopping. (R)
3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) Hosted by Simon Reeve. 4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
7TWO (62, 72)
6am Morning
Programs. 1pm The Surgery Ship. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Animal Rescue. 3.00 Hornby: A Model Empire. 4.00 Escape To The Country. 7.00 Greatest Escapes To The Country. 7.45 Mrs Brown’s Boys. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 Murdoch Mysteries. 12.30am Harry’s Practice. 1.00 Better Homes. 2.00 Vera. 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. 5.00 Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates. 3.00 Duck Dynasty. 4.00 Mt Hutt Rescue. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 The Ashes: Tea Break. 6.20 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Aust v England. Evening session. 7.00 Border Security. 8.00 Cricket. WBBL. Heat v Stars. 9.00 MOVIE: Safe House. (2012, M) 11.25 Late Programs.
6.00 9News Sunday. 7.00 60 Minutes. Current affairs program.
8.00 Live Aid: When Rock ‘n’ Roll Took On The World. (Premiere, Mal) Takes a look at Live Aid.
10.00 9News Late.
10.30 Essex Millionaire Murders. (Mdlv)
11.25 Mobsters: Mob Ladies. (Madv)
12.15 World’s Most Dangerous Prisoners. (Mav, R)
1.05 Fishing Australia. (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. 12.05pm MOVIE: The Small Back Room. (1949, PG) 2.15 MOVIE: Danger Within. (1959) 4.20 MOVIE: Flight From Ashiya. (1964, PG) 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: The Matrix Revolutions. (2003, M) 11.00 Major Crimes. Midnight MOVIE: Alfie Darling. (1976, M) 2.05 MOVIE: One Million Years B.C. (1966, PG) 4.10 Late Programs.
9GO! (82, 93)
6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Basketball. WNBL. Bendigo Spirit v Perth Lynx. 2.30 Surfing Aust. 3.10 Cards And Collectables Australia. 3.40 Young Sheldon. 4.10 Dinner With The Parents. 4.40 MOVIE: Superman. (1978, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Batman Forever. (1995, PG) 10.00 MOVIE: Batman & Robin. (1997, PG) 12.30am Late Programs.
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Big Brother Australia. (PGalns) Hosted by Mel Tracina. 8.10 Ghosts Australia. (Ms) Kate and Sean’s date night is interrupted by the ghosts and their ‘help’. 8.40 FBI. (Mv, R) After three customs officers are shot dead in a cargo heist, the team enlists OA’s old army buddy to help determine if it was an inside job. 10.40 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 11.30 NCIS. (Mav, R) The NCIS team must help Torres. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
Monday, November 24
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PG, R) 10.30 Vera. (Mv, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Landline. (R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 QI. (Ms, R) 3.25 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.55 Grand Designs. (R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.25 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)
7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 Australian Story: Peter Garrett. (R) Presented by Leigh Sales.
8.30 Annabel Crabb’s Civic Duty: People Power. (Final, PG) Presented by Annabel Crabb.
9.20 Media Watch. (Final, PG) Presented by Linton Besser. 9.40 Planet America. (Final) Hosted by Chas Licciardello and John Barron.
10.10 I Was Actually There. (Ml, R)
10.40 ABC Late News.
10.55 The Business. (R) 11.15 Creative Types With Virginia Trioli. (PG, R) 11.45 Parliament Question Time. 12.45 Grand Designs. (R) 1.35 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 2.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Parkinson In Australia. (PGa, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
6am Morning Programs. 11.05 Rick Steves’ Europe. (R) 12.10 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News Weekend. 1.30 Al Jazeera News Hour. 2.00 Wildlife ER. (PGa, R) 3.00 Going Places. (R) 3.30 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Supertrains: The Race For Speed. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Bill Bailey’s Vietnam Adventure. (PG) Bill Bailey heads to the region of Da Lat.
8.30 American Prince: JFK Jr. The Final Summer. (PG) Carolyn Bessette is pursued by the paparazzi. 9.20 Jimmy Carr’s I Literally Just Told You. (M) Comedic game show. 10.10 SBS World News Late.
10.40 The Man Who Died. (Mv) 11.30 A Criminal Affair. (Mal, R) 1.10 Devil’s Confession: Lost Eichmann Tapes. (Mavw, R) 2.15 The Story Of Spice. (R) 3.10 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
SBS VICELAND (31)
6am Morning
Programs. Noon France 24 English News. 12.30 Forbidden History. 3.00 History’s Crazy Rich Ancients. 3.25 Bamay. 3.55 WorldWatch. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 DNA Journey. 9.30 MOVIE: Monty Python And The Holy Grail. (1975, PG) 11.10 Buzzcocks. 12.30am Late Programs.
SEVEN (6, 7)
6am Morning Programs. 12.00 Motorbike Cops. (PG, R) 12.30 The Ashes: Pre-Game Show. 1.20 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Aust v England. Morning. (Alt schedule may be shown). 3.20 The Ashes: The Lunch Break. 4.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 4. Afternoon session.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 4. Evening session.
9.00 The Rookie. (Madv) The team helps Skip Tracer Randy when his new love interest is kidnapped. Lopez and Harper enlist their mums to help catch a con artist. Wesley is pressured to drop a case.
10.00 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) The team probes a customs broker’s disappearance.
11.00 Why Trains Crash. (PGa, R) Takes a look at a train crash in India.
12.10 Girlfriends’ Guide To Divorce. (MA15+s)
2.00 Home Shopping. (R)
4.00 NBC Today.
5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
7TWO (62, 72)
6am Morning Programs. 1pm Hornby: A Model Empire. 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 Doc Martin. 12.30am Bargain Hunt. 1.30 Late Programs.
7.30 Travel Guides. (PGl, R) Ordinary Australians become travel critics, starting with a trip to New York City.
9.00 MOVIE: Crocodile Dundee II. (1988, PGlv, R) Mick Dundee returns to the Australian bush after his girlfriend is kidnapped by drug dealers. Paul Hogan, Linda Kozlowski, John Meillon.
11.15 9News Late.
11.45 Transplant. (MA15+am, R)
12.35 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.
9GEM (81, 92)
TEN (5, 10)
News.
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (PG) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 Big Brother Australia. (Malns) Hosted by Mel Tracina.
8.40 Sam Pang Tonight. (Mals) A weekly tonight show hosted by Sam Pang, featuring a monologue roasting the news of the week.
9.40 NCIS. (Mad, R) As NCIS mourns the loss of Ducky, the agents find comfort in working on one of his unfinished cases. 10.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.05 10 News+. (R) 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Waterworld Africa. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Living Black. 9.00 My Name Is Gulpilil. 10.50 MOVIE: The Last Wave. (1977, PG) 12.40am Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 12.40pm Corsage. (2022, Madlns) 2.45 The Movie Show. 3.20 The Remains Of The Day. (1993) 5.55 The Company. (2003, PGals) 7.55 Man Up. (2015, Mls) 9.30 Late Night. (2019, Mls) 11.25 Let Them All Talk. (2020, Mls) 1.30am A Call To Spy. (2019, Mav) 3.45 A Walk In The Woods. (2015, Mls) 5.35 Late Programs.
Tuesday, November 25
ABC TV (2) SBS (3)
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Planet America. (Final, R) 10.30 Call The Midwife. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 The Forsytes. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 2.55 QI. (Ml, R) 3.25 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 3.55 Grand Designs. (PGl, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.25 Antiques Roadshow. (R)
6.25 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.
7.30 7.30.
8.00 When The War Is Over: Vietnam. (PG)
8.30 The Piano UK. (PG, R) Talented locals play a piano in Glasgow Central Station.
9.20 The Art Of. (PG)
9.50 The Assembly. (PG, R) 10.35 Media Watch. (Final, PG, R) 10.50 ABC Late News. 11.05 The Business. (R) 11.20 Annabel Crabb’s Civic Duty. (Final, PG, R) 12.15 Keating: The Interviews. (Final, R) 1.15 Parliament Question Time. 2.15 Grand Designs. (PGl, R) 3.00 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv)
6am Morning Programs. 10.05 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R) 10.55 Rick Steves’ Europe. (R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Wildlife ER. (PGa, R) 2.55 Portugal’s Atlantic Train. (R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Great British Railway Journeys. (R) 8.30 Who Do You Think You Are? Chris And Xand Van Tulleken. (PG) Chris and Xand van Tulleken explore their roots. 9.40 Australia: An Unofficial History. (M, R) 10.40 SBS World News Late. 11.10 Families Like Ours. (Malns) 12.10 Carmen Curlers. (Mas, R) 2.25 Devil’s Confession: Lost Eichmann Tapes. (MA15+avw, R) 3.30 The Story Of Beer. (PG, R) 4.25 Home Of The Year: Scotland. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.
6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Mt Hutt Rescue. 3.30 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 American Pickers. 6.00 The Ashes: Tea Break. 6.20 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Aust v England. Evening session. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 10.30 Mighty Ships. 11.30 Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. Noon Poirot. 1.00 Building Icons. 2.00 World’s Greatest Natural Icons. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Alive And Kicking. (1958) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 10.40 Major Crimes. 11.40 Poirot. 12.50am Late Programs.
9GO! (82, 93)
6am Children’s Programs. 2.15pm Thomas. 2.40 Pop Paper City. 3.05 Play School. 3.40 Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Gladiators UK. 9.35 The Crystal Maze. 10.20 Late Programs. ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. Noon Pretty Little Liars. 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 Love Island Australia. 9.45 MOVIE: We’re The Millers. (2013, MA15+) Midnight Veronica Mars. 1.10 The Vampire Diaries. 3.00 Supernatural. 4.00 Late Programs.
SEVEN (6, 7)
6am Morning Programs. 12.00 Motorbike Cops. (PGl, R) 12.30 The Ashes: Pre-Game Show. 1.20 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Aust v England. Morning. (Alt schedule may be shown). 3.20 The Ashes: The Lunch Break. 4.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 5. Afternoon session. 6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Christmas In Alaska. (2023, PGa, R) Marcus Rosner, Emma Johnson. 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. (PG, R) 9.00 Lingo. (R) 10.00 Ent. Tonight. (R) 10.20 Jamie Cooks The Mediterranean. (R) 11.30 Judge
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Cricket. The Ashes. First Test. Australia v England. Day 5. Evening session.
9.00 Murder In A Small Town. (M) Karl is called up to Seattle where he is reunited with twisted serial killer Tommy Cummins. 10.00 Homicide: With Ron Iddles: Gina Rossato. (Mav, R) A look at the murder of Gina Rossato. 11.00 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (Final, Masv) The gang struggles to tie up loose ends. 12.00 MOVIE: Secrets At The Inn. (2022, Mav, R) Tamara Almeida. 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo: Gorilla Warfare. (PG)
8.30 Jamie Durie’s Future House. (Premiere, PGl) Hosted by Jamie Durie. 9.40 Beyond The Build. (Premiere, PG) Bec and George create their dream home.
10.40 9News Late. 11.10 Wild Cards. (Ma)
12.00 Around The World With 30 Kilos. (Madlv) 1.00 Cross Court. (R) 1.30 Home Shopping. 2.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 3.00 Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 Big Brother Australia. (Malns) Hosted by Mel Tracina. 8.40 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv) The Fugitive Task Force must hunt down a team of killers who are competing in a twisted game.
10.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.05 10 News+. (R) Hosted
6am Morning Programs. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 Homicide. 2.20 Dreaming Whilst Black. 2.50 Forbidden History. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Tribe With Bruce Parry. (Premiere) 9.40 Go Back To Where You Came From UK. 10.45 Hoarders. 11.35 Late Programs.
7TWO (62, 72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 3.40pm Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Animals Up Close With Bertie Gregory. 9.10 Super Shark Highway. 10.00 Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 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 Autopsy USA. 11.45 Late Programs.
9GEM (81, 92)
6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Find My Country House NZ. Noon Poirot. 1.00 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Confession. (1955, PG) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 The Chelsea Detective. 10.40 Major Crimes. 11.40 Poirot. 1am Late Programs.
ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. Noon Pretty Little Liars. 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 Love Island Australia. 9.45 MOVIE: Valentine’s Day. (2010, M) 12.15am Veronica Mars. 1.20 The Vampire Diaries. 3.10 Supernatural. 4.00 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 3.30pm Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 4.30 American Resto.
9.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) Hosted by Adam Hills.
9.30 Celia Pacquola: I’m As Surprised As You Are. (Mls) Celia Pacquola performs a comedy show.
10.35 If You’re Listening. (R) 11.00 ABC Late News. 11.15 The Business. (R) 11.30 Planet America. (Final, R) 12.05 You Can’t Ask That. (Ml, R) 12.35 Parliament Question Time. 1.35 Grand Designs. (R) 2.25 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 3.10 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv) 3.25 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
ABC FAMILY (22)
6am Morning Programs. 10.55 Rick Steves’ Europe. (R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Wildlife ER. (Mal, R) 2.55 Spain’s Atlantic Train. (PGaw, R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Michael Palin In Venezuela. (PG) Michael Palin explores Zulia State.
8.30 Reckless. (Malv) As June’s shady business empire starts to crack, Roddy gets closer to the truth of the hit and run.
9.30 Scotland’s Poshest Train: Alan Cumming. (PG, R) Alan Cumming’s trip continues as he joins the RoyalScotsman in Edinburgh. 10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 Crime. (M, R) 1.50 Devil’s Confession: Lost Eichmann Tapes. (MA15+avw, R) 2.50 The Story Of Beef. (PGaw, R) 3.50 Travelling In The 1970s. (PGdsv, 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. 3.40pm Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.55 Adv Time. 9.55 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 10.15 Late Programs.
NITV (34)
6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Pro Bull Riding USA: World Team Series. 1.30 Talking Language. 2.00 Kriol Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Waterworld Africa. 7.30 Ocean Warriors: Mission Ready. 8.30 Reckless. 9.30 MOVIE: Radiance. (1998, M) 11.00 Five Seasons. Midnight Late Programs.
6am Morning
Programs. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 Forbidden History. 3.55 WorldWatch. 5.55 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: Glory. (1989) 11.35 MOVIE: The Promise. (2016, M) 1.55am We Need To Talk About Cosby. 3.00 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.
SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)
6am Morning Programs. 1.30pm The Girlfriend Experience. (2009, Mlns) 2.55 The Movie Show. 3.25 The Company. (2003, PGals) 5.30 The Magic Of Belle Isle. (2012, PGals) 7.30 All The Pretty Horses. (2000) 9.40 The Children Act. (2017, Mals) 11.40 Cat Call. (2023, Ma, Hungarian) 1.25am Late Programs.
SEVEN (6, 7)
6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 MOVIE: Rule Of 3. (2019, Mav) Kelly Rutherford. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.
6.00 Seven News.
7.00 Border Patrol. (PG) A man plans to start a new country.
7.30 The 1% Club UK. (PGd, R) Hosted by Lee Mack.
8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Sam Pang, Mick Molloy and Andy Maher take a lighter look at the world of cricket and catch up with the stars.
9.30 Unfiltered: Cricket. (M)
10.00 House Of Wellness. (PG) Experts share advice on living well.
11.00 Chicago Fire. (Ma) Herrmann and Kylie team up.
12.00 MOVIE: Secrets In The Snow. (2020, Mav, R) Aubrey Reynolds. 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 The Zoo. 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 Autopsy USA. 11.45 Bargain Hunt. 12.45am Late Programs.
7MATE (64, 73)
6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 Outback Truckers. 3.30 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 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.
Winnie Pooh Pooh Classic the the
NINE (8, 9)
6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PG, R) 1.00 Getaway. (PG, 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) 5.30 WIN News.
6.00 9News. 7.00 A Current Affair.
7.30 Budget Battlers. The team transforms a late friend’s home.
8.40 Australian Crime Stories: The Investigators: Under The Gun. (MA15+alv, R) While serving as an undercover police officer, Keith Banks became used to a high-octane lifestyle.
9.40 9News Late.
10.10 Parole. (Mal) Takes a look at Britain’s parole boards.
11.30 Resident Alien. (Malv)
12.15 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.05 Hello SA. (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.
9GEM (81, 92)
6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Find My Country House NZ. Noon Poirot. 1.00 The Chelsea Detective. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Folly To Be Wise. (1952) 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Good Karma Hospital. 8.30 Midsomer Murders. 10.40 Major Crimes. 11.40 Poirot. 1am Creflo. 1.30 Late Programs.
9GO! (82, 93)
6am Morning Programs. Noon Pretty Little Liars. 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 Love Island Australia. 9.45 MOVIE: Magic Mike. (2012, MA15+) Midnight Veronica Mars. 1.10 The Vampire Diaries. 3.00 Supernatural. 4.00 Late Programs.
TEN (5, 10)
6am
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 Big Brother Australia. (Malns) Hosted by Mel Tracina. 8.40 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mav) The team investigates when Remy’s ex-girlfriend is assaulted by a serial rapist. 10.40 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.05 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.05 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
Thursday, November 27
ABC TV (2)
SBS (3)
6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 News. 10.00 When The War Is Over. (PG, R) 10.30 The Piano UK. (PG, R) 11.30 Crime Night! (PG, R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Silent Witness. (Mal, R) 2.00 Parliament. (Final) 3.00 QI. (PGl, R) 3.30 Forever Summer With Nigella. (R) 3.55 Grand Designs. (PGl, R) 4.40 Long Lost Family. (R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 6am Morning Programs. 10.55 Rick Steves’ Europe. (R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Royal Autopsy. (Man, R) 2.55 History Of The Amalfi Coast. (PGa, R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 London: 2,000 Years Of History. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)
6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)
6.30 SBS World News.
7.35 Eva Longoria: Searching For Spain: Asturias.
8.25 Britain’s Railway Empire In Colour: Tracks Of Empire. (PG) Explores the origins and impact of Britain’s railways.
Campbell.
9.45 Portrait Artist Of The Year. (PG, R)
10.35 ABC Late News.
10.50 The Business. (R) 11.05 The Art Of. (Mns, R) 11.35 Grand Designs. (Ml, R) 12.25 Parliament Question Time. (Final) 1.25 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 2.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.25 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)
ABC FAMILY (22)
9.20 Vigil. (Mav) Amy and Kirsten battle for their lives.
10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 Vienna Blood. (Ma, R) 12.50 Willie Nelson: Life & Songs Of An American Outlaw. (PGad, R) 2.50 The Story Of Sugar. (PGa, R) 3.50 Travelling In The 1970s. (Md, R) 4.45 Destination Flavour: Japan Bitesize. (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 MOVIE: An Organized Killer. (2021, Mav, R) Allison McAtee. 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. Hosted by Larry Emdur.
6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Border Patrol. (PG) Customs inspect paint scraper tools. 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PGadl, R) A motorist is caught on a phone. 8.30 MOVIE: Uncharted. (2022, Mv, R)
A street-smart young man is recruited by a seasoned treasure hunter to recover a famous lost fortune. Tom Holland, Mark Wahlberg, Sophia Ali. 10.50 The Amazing Race. (PG) Hosted by Phil Keoghan.
12.20 The Front Bar. (Ml, R) 1.20 Life. (Malsv, R) 2.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.
7.30 RBT. (Mdl, R) Follows the activities of police units.
8.30 Topknotz. (Premiere, Ml) Rob Palmer and Tom Williams catch up with Judy Johnson, a kiwi ocean swimmer.
9.30 Red Eye. (Premiere)
A police officer escorts a criminal back to Beijing.
10.40 9News Late.
11.10 Chicago Med. (MA15+am)
11.55 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 12.45 Pointless. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)
4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.
6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 Big Brother Australia. (Malns) Hosted by Mel Tracina. 8.40 The Graham Norton Show. (Return, Ml) Graham Norton is joined on the couch by guests including Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt. 9.50 Law & Order: SVU. (Ma, R) Benson tries to help the Flynn family. 10.50 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.15 10 News+. (R) 12.10 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.
6am Morning Programs. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 Forbidden History. 2.15 Bamay. 2.45 Insight. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 History’s Greatest Mysteries. 10.10 The UnXplained. 11.00 Homicide. 12.50am Somewhere Boy. 1.50 Latecomers. 3.05 Late Programs.
7TWO (62, 72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 3.40pm Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Safari Adventures. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.30 Peter Rabbit. 6.05 PJ Masks. 6.25 Paddington. 6.45 Ben And Holly. 7.05 Batwheels. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.20 Secret Life Of The Koala. 10.05 Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. Noon Better Homes. 1.00 Escape To The Country. 2.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.30 Our Town. 3.00 The Zoo. 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. 9.50 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.50 Father Brown. 12.50am Late Programs.
7MATE (64, 73) SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. Noon MOVIE: Radiance. (1998, M) 1.30 The Lore Of Love. 2.00 Kriol Kitchen. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Te Ao With Moana. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Waterworld Africa. 7.30 Going Places. 8.30 Reservation Dogs. 9.30
9GEM (81, 92)
6am Morning Programs. 11.30 GolfBarons. Noon Golf. PGA Tour of Australasia. Aust PGA C’ship. 5.00 Find My Country House NZ. 5.30 Yorkshire Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Clarkson’s Farm. 8.30 MOVIE: Crocodile Dundee II. (1988, PG) 10.45 Major Crimes. 11.45 Poirot. 1am Creflo. 1.30 Late Programs.
(82, 93) 6am Morning Programs. 12.25pm All The Pretty Horses. (2000) 2.35 The Movie Show. 3.45 Bring It On. (2000, PGals) 5.40 Golden Years. (2016, PGals) 7.30 The Tender Bar. (2021, Mals) 9.30 Dead Again. (1991, Malsv) 11.30 Suffragette. (2015, Malv) 1.30am Death Proof. (2007, MA15+lv) 3.40 Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm The Force: BTL. 3.00 Talking W. 3.30 Swamp People: Serpent Invasion. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 American Pickers. 8.30 MOVIE: Waterworld. (1995, M) 11.15 MOVIE: Cold Pursuit. (2019, MA15+) 1.40am Late Programs.
6am Morning Programs. Noon Pretty Little Liars. 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 Love Island Australia. 10.15 MOVIE: Sunflower. (2023, MA15+) Midnight Seinfeld. 1.00 The Vampire Diaries. 2.40 Supernatural. 3.30 Late Programs.
Escape to New Zealand
At this time of year Aotearoa New Zealand is bursting with exciting new escapes, unforgettable experiences and fresh culinary delights that make if very worth-while to trip across the Tasman for ashortbreak.
From the serene shores of Tasman Bay, where the luxurious new Domu Retreat offers a tranquil hideaway surrounded by nature, to an exciting three-day kayaking adventure through Mahurangi Regional Park, whether seeking peaceful luxury or outdoor exploration, there’s something to inspireeverytraveller.
Domu Retreat - Nelson Tasman
A luxurious new escape by Michelin-starred chef Toby Stuart has just been unveiled in Nelson Tasman, perched high on a coastal ridge with sweeping views across Tasman Bay and the iconic Abel Tasman National Park. Designed for ultimate relaxation and embracing stillness and presence, this exclusive retreat blends world-class cuisine and the naturalbeatifyofbreathtakinglandscapes.
From 1 November, the historic Coach House at Earnscleugh Castle welcomes guests to stay in a beautifully restored 19th-century retreat boasting impeccable stonework, warm timber, and refined design. The Coach House offers modern comfort wrapped in historical charm nestled on the grounds of the Earnscluegh Castle.Thiselegantaccommodationinvites guests to step into a world of heritage, surroundedbynature,countrysideandthe beautyofCentralOtago.
The Clements in Cambridge - Waikato
The Clement in Cambridge is a redesigned boutique hotel steeped in rich history,completewithrestoredEdwardian rooms with soaring ceilings and sweeping stained-gained-glass windows. Following a multimillion-dollar makeover of the original 1866 Beaux-Arts Masonic hotel, this luxurious restored 29-room property now offers the perfect blend of history and modernluxury.
New Experiences
Auckland Sea Kayaks - Tamaki Makaurau, Auckland
Aukland Sea Kayaks is now offering a new three-day kayaking adventure throughthestunningMahurangiRegional Park, featuring sheltered bays, native bush and remote beaches. This immersive experience takes paddlers on a journey alongsecludedcoastlinesandpastpristine beaches. All set against a backdrop of lush
naïvebushteemingwithbirdlife. The West Coast Penguin Encounter/ West Coast
From 18 October, The West Coast Wildlife Centre has introduced its newest experience, the West coast Penguin Encounter.Thisnewexperiencemakesthe West Coast Wildlife Centre the only place in Aotearoa New Zealand where visitors can see kiwi’s, little blue penguins, and tuartara’sallunderoneroof.
Coastal Five Marathon/Taranak
On15and16NovembertheCoastalFive beginsitsfiveuniquerunningeventsallset against the incredible backdrop of Mount TaranakiandtheNewPlymouthcoastline.
Over two days runners can choose their distanceandnumberofeventstheywould
like to participate in. Run the world class Coastal walkway and see iconic spots like Pukekura Park. Pukeiti Gardens and Lake Mangamahoe throughout the Coast Five.
Keep up to date with the latest running, hikingandcyclingeventsinNewZealand.
Coming up this quarter. The Spectacle kicksofffrom5Decemberfortrialandroad running lovers, the First Light Marathon on 24 January is perfect for those who like to watch the sunrise as they run, and the Coast-to-Coast marathon begins from 13 Februaryforthosewholiketocycle,kayak andrunallintheoneday.
Food and Beverage
The Loft/ Hawke’s Bay
Now open, The Lort at Hawke’s Bay
welcomes guests to enjoy seasonally inspired menus, exclusive wine pairings, and a setting that invites lingering conversations, all framed by sweeping viewsoftheTukitukiValley.Thisimmersive experience offers a refined yet relaxed atmospherethatcelebratestheverybestof HawkesBay’sfoodandwineculture. Dark Sky Reserve Gin/Wairapapa Launched on 22 October, Greytown DistillingCo’snewDarkSkyReserveGinis amust-tryforallginlovers.
Inspired by Wairarapa’s newly awarded Dark Sky Reserve status, this limited-edition spirit celebrates the region’s crystal-clear night skies with a unique blend of botanicals and a smooth, celestialfinish.
The West Coast Penguin Encounter - West Coast Wildlife Centre.
Earnscleugh Coach House - Central Otago.Domu Retreat - Nelson Tasman.
Domu Retreat - Nelson Tasman.
Kayaking the Hauraki Gulf and Mahurangi.
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Byrne is no rough Diamond
All Peter Byrne ever wanted was to become a singer. Born in Dublin, Byrne was “from a very poor background”, where Irish folk music and the hits of Frank Sinatra, The Beatles and Neil Diamond were the only form of entertainment, constantly on the family record player.
“That’s why so many Irish people can sing…we didn’t have flash colour televisions and all that stuff,” Byrne said.
“So I grew up with just music, and the crazy part about it was that from day one all I wanted to do was be a performer.
“ButitwasjusttoohardinIreland,soIhad a day job and did it part-time in the pubs. But I absolutely loved music, I just loved it.”
Byrne sought greener pastures in Australia in 1988 and immediately began performing six days a week in Sydney’s
clubs and pubs.
Through a combination of hard work, foresight and the occasional lucky break, Byrne has since cemented himself as the country’s premier Neil Diamond tribute singer, with his award-winning show ForeverDiamondgeneratingacultfollowing and drawing praise from Diamond himself.
His new show From a Diamond to a King features Byrne, and Elvis Presley tribute artist Damian Mullin, performing the two superstar’s classic hits supported by the Australian Symphony Orchestra.
Byrne said the experience of singing with a symphony orchestra, which he first experienced in 1997 with his show Hot August Night, was “totally indescribable”.
“I’d never experienced something like that before…it’s just this rush, a wave of
sound coming through you as you stand at the front of the stage,” he said.
NextyearByrnewilltakeFromaDiamond to a King around Australia to raise money for the Shake It Up Foundation, which is dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson’s Disease.
Byrne became an ambassador for the foundation when Diamond was diagnosed with the disease in 2018.
“I decided I wanted to give back, because I’ve made a career out of performing Neil’s music,” Byrne said.
“Since then I’ve raised close to $60,000 at our concerts…so we want to keep raising awareness to one day find a cure.”
From a Diamond to a King is at Geelong Arts Centre on Saturday 6 December. Visit geelongartscentre.org.au for tickets.
Local choirs present epic work for the Christmas season
A partnership of local musicians and ensembles will present one of the world’s most iconic and well-known choral works as part of the Christmas season.
The Windfire Choir and Geelong Chorale will come together to perform George Frideric Handel’s Messiah at the Basilica of St Mary of the Angels on Sunday 7 December.
Supported by an orchestra of local musicians and directed by Joseph Hie, the joint choir will feature four world-class soloists.
Local singers Lee Abrahmsen (soprano) and Manfred Pohlenz (bass) will be joined by Austin Haynes (counter tenor) and Robert Macfarlane (tenor).
The work, most famous to the general public for the Hallelujah Chorus, is regularly performed at large Christmas events.
Music at the Basilica artistic director and the driver behind the concert Frank De Rosso said Messiah was particularly “uplifting and inspiring” at Christmas time.
“It’s basically the whole Christian story… the birth, death and resurrection of Christ in a musical work,” he said.
“One of the main aspects of choosing to do this work was bringing the community together.
“We have a great array of talent in Geelong, which sometimes people
underestimate or forget…so we’re getting together to show people in Geelong that we can match it with the best.”
Music at the Basilica secretary Jane Bashiruddin said Messiah was the biggest project the organisation had ever undertaken.
“I think everyone who is able to come should, because this doesn’t happen very often,” she said.
“Almost all the musical community of Geelong are together to perform a work like this. It’s very uplifting, dramatic, and it’s got every emotion possible expressed in the music.”
Visit trybooking.com/DCLAM for tickets.
The Windfire Choir (pictured) will be joined by Geelong Chorale to perform Handel’s Messiah this December. (Supplied)
Peter Byrne performs the music of Neil Diamond in front of the Australian Smphony Orchestra alongside Elvis tribute artist Damian Mullin next weekend. (Supplied)
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.
Small (6)
Woman’s professional outfit (8) 9 South American carnivorous fish (7)
18 People who abstain from all animal products (6)
21 Man’s formal evening suit (6)
23 Verity (5)
25 Effigy (5)
28 French term for a married woman (abbr) (3)
1 Sardinia is an island belonging to which nation?
2 The spirit Ariel appears in which Shakespeare play?
3 What makes up 60 per cent of the human brain?
4 The song NorwegianWood appears on which album by The Beatles?
5 Which prince governed the United Kingdom as ‘Regent’ during the years 1811–1820?
6 What literary movement began as a reaction to 18th-century romanticism and the rise of the European bourgeoisie?
7 The common barbel is a species of what?
8 'Stay gold, Ponyboy, stay gold' is a famous line from which novel?
9 True or false: champagne is only produced in the Champagne wine region of France?
10 Starring Julia Stiles (pictured) and Heath Ledger, the 1999 movie 10ThingsIHateAbout You was based on which Shakespeare play?
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.
Austrian Club Geelong
Afternoon Christmas dance, celebrate the beginning of the Christmas season, food, drink, music and dance and visits from St Nicholas and Krampus, 240 Plantation Road, Corio, Sunday December 7, noon-5pm, music Ben Constanzo. Bookings by 30 November.
Karl, 0412 205 714
Ballroom dance
Leopold Hall, 805-809 Bellarine Highway, Saturday 22 November, 7.30-10.30pm, $10 includes supper, music Kevin.
0400 500 402
Combined Probus Belmont Central The Combined Probus Club of Belmont Central meets at 10.30am on the second Wednesday of each month at Waurn Ponds Hotel. Visitors welcome.
Publicity officer, 0417 555 547
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
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
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
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
Australian Multicultural Support Services
Social Support Groups for communities from different multicultural backgrounds 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
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 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
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.
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. 5278 9740, or geelongballroomdc.com.au
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 Hot Shots for beginners, Creamery Road, Bell Post Hill, Monday afternoons September, 4.15pm or 4.45pm sessions.
Bruce, 0402 135 313
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
Geelong’s Soroptimist International Service club for women and girls, every second Tuesday of the month from 6pm at Belmont RSL.
0455 835 691, or geelong@siswp.com
Geelong Sports & Game Fishing Meets first and third Monday of the month at Belmont Park Pavilion, 7.30pm.
John, 0409 234 307
Geelong Anglers Club
Meets fourth Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm, 9 Yuille Street, Geelong West. Monthly fishing competitions.
Brian, 0417 190 092, or Ian, 0470 114 787
Drysdale CWA
Every second Tuesday at 1pm and crafts every fourth Tuesday at 11.30am of each month at Drysdale RSL Club.
Jenny, 0452 258 333
Scottish dancing
GOG Scottish Country Dance classes
7.30pm Tuesdays at Leopold Hill Hall, $5. No partner needed.
Vicki, 0412 762 983, or Barbara, 0419 511 781
Out and about in Geelong
Independent photographer Ivan Kemp ventured down to Geelong’s waterfront on Tuesday to see who was out and about.
Elaine Lim with her daughter Lai. 518088_01
Willi and Lucy Lake from Germany. 518088_02
Janos Kaldy with his much-loved Ducati. 518088_03
Gary Simpson with Ruby. 518088_04
Evie Ivisic with Coco. 518088_05
Jam Catte. 518088_09
Left: Emily Sims and Blake Newton. 518088_10 Centre: Caitlin Simic with Theo. 518088_06 Right: Steve and Irene Gould with granddaughter Bella. 518088_07
Above: Monica Alfonso and Jamisyn Briggs with Bowie. 518088_11 Centre: David Boyd. 518088_12 Right: Kelly Dorricott. 518088_08
APPLICATIONS INVITED FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO VICTORIAN CLASS A CEMETERY TRUSTS
The Minister for Health invites applications for part-time positions on the following Victorian Class A cemetery trusts:
•Ballarat General Cemeteries Trust
•Geelong Cemeteries Trust
•Greater Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust
•Remembrance Parks Central Victoria
•Southern Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust
This is an exciting opportunity for suitably experienced individuals to be appointed as members of these public boards. Class A cemetery trusts are responsible for overseeing the proper management of their cemeteries under the Cemeteries and Crematoria Act 2003
Class A cemetery trusts require members with a range of skills and expertise in areas including corporate governance, strategic planning and thinking, financial management and analysis, community engagement, stakeholder management, communication and risk management. Lived experience and knowledge of public sector accountability frameworks may also be advantageous. We continue to seek representation on cemetery trusts from individuals with diverse backgrounds to reflect the communities they serve.
The terms of appointment are expected to be from 1 June 2026 to 31 May 2029. For further information or to apply, visit the Join a Public Board website at <www.boards.vic.gov.au>.
Applications will close at 11:59 pm on 21 December 2025. Please direct enquiries to Clare Perconte on 1800 034 280 or email <cemeteries@health.vic.gov.au>
To receive this advertisement in another format, phone 1800 034 280, using the National Relay Service 13 36 77 if required, or email <cemeteries@health.vic.gov.au>
The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring that government boards and committees reflect the rich diversity of the Victorian community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, Aboriginal people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and from lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, gender diverse, intersex and queer people, and people living in rural and regional Victoria.
For the record Marilyn Joy Mangione(c) and Peter Moen(c) of Strathbogie, Victoria State, and Chrystene Elizabeth Antonis(c) and Albert Martin Antonis(c) of Balmattum, Victoria State, are permanently domiciled on the Land and Soil of Terra Australis. We are not voluntary transactors in commerce and
Insight into hybrid Honda
By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring
It’s not surprising that one of the world’s largest engine builders, in 1999, was among the first to bring electric power to theproductionautomobile.
What is surprising is that the company, Honda, persisted with its poor selling petrol/electric powered Insight, whereas rival Toyota’s hybrid Prius went on to capture the world’s imagination and massivesales.
The Insight limped on to a third generation in 2018. Based on the 10th-generation Civic sedan the new Insight used Honda’s third generation two-motor hybrid powertrain, featuring a 1.5-litre Atkinson Cycle petrol engine, combined with an electric motor and a lithium-ionbatterypack.
Honda announced the Insight would be discontinued after the 2022 model year, with production ending in June and replacedbyanewCivicHybrid.Following HR-VandAccord,thenewCivice:HEVLX is a self-charging, full hybrid hatchback that sets the 11th-generation Civic apart withexhilarating,electrifiedpower.
The new Civic e:HEV LX also marks the introduction of Honda Connect, a mobile application and server that allows customers to access vehicle information and interact with their vehicle via a Telematics Control Unit. This includes climatecontrol,lightson/offtohelplocate the car in a crowd or at night, plus remote lockandunlock.
Five years of Honda Connect services is included with the Civic e:HEV LX, joining the five-year unlimited kilometre warranty, five-year premium roadside assistance and five low-priced services thatcomewitheverynewHondavehicle.
The most premium, sophisticated and high-techCivicyet,thenewCivice:HEVLX comeswithadriveawaypriceof$55,900.
Styling & interior
There was no denying the original Insight was ahead of its time not only in electrificationbutindesignfeatureswhich made it stand out on a crowded street. Direct descendant, the e:HEV LX hatch continuestheCivictraditionofinnovation, designleadershipandoutstandingdriving dynamics.
Hondasays:ThenewCivicmarkedastep change for the company in the small-car segment, with the latest generation elevating key aspirational elements of the Honda brand such as craftsmanship, premiumqualityandintuitivedesign.
Unintentionally,itmeantastepdownfor some, with the low-slung swoopy stance making for a far-from easy entrance and exittothehatchback.
It boasts a clean, modern design paired with a high-tech, human-centred interior and equipped with the latest technology, as well as advanced active and passive safetysystems.
Infotainment
A virtual dashboard can check fuel range directly with a location finder giving immediate access to vehicle location. A trip log supplies a recent trip historyaccess to driving history, trip distance, traveltimeandgeofencealert.
Engines/transmissions
The newly developed e:HEV powertrain combines a power-dense lithium-ion batteryandtwocompact,powerfulelectric motors with a 2.0-litre Atkinson-cycle petrol engine, which achieves exceptional thermal efficiency and features a direct-injection system optimised for faster and more efficient combustion, and greatertorque.
In addition, a number of technologies
such as low temperature active catalyst and a modified intake port design contribute to improved fuel efficiency while achievingspecificoutput.
The result is a combined maximum motor output of 135kW of power and 315Nm of torque, the highest outputs offered on a Civic with the exception of Type R, ensuring the Civic e:HEV LX delivers a compellingdrivingexperience.
Safety
RATINGS
Looks - 8
Performance - 7
Safety - 8
Thirst - 6
Practicality - 6
Comfort - 6
Tech - 8 Value - 7
The new Civic e:HEV LX features Honda’s latestgenerationSensingsuiteofadvanced driver-assist and safety technologies, which employs a new 100-degree front wide-view camera and enhanced recognition of road lines, boundaries, pedestrians and other vehicles, including motorcyclesandcyclists.
Additional features include Traffic Sign Recognition by automatically recognising and displaying the signs via the 10.2-inch LCD display. An Intelligent Speed Limiter recognises traffic speed signs and sets the speedlimit.
Withautomaticcollisiondetection,inthe event of airbag deployment, a notification
will be sent to the device logged in to Honda Connect. The app will also alert a Honda Connect CustomerCareagentandifavoice call is not answered, emergency services can be dispatched to the accidentlocation.
Atotalof11airbagsarefittedto the Civic e:HEV LX as standard equipment, including knee airbags for the driver and front passenger (introduced on Civic VTi LX), along with new side airbags for the rear seats and a new front centre airbag to help prevent a collision between the driver and front passenger duringasideimpact.
Driving
The new Civic e:HEV LX has been engineered to ensure that its e:HEV powertrain, steering and suspension deliver levels of performance, response and feedback that, over the years, have beencentraltotheCivic’sappeal.
The result is a vehicle that blends a rewarding driving experience with high levels of real-world efficiency and refinement.
This advanced powertrain is capable of shiftingseamlesslybetweenElectricdrive,
Hybrid drive and Engine drive to ensure optimum performance in both urban and highwaydriving.
Four drive modes – Eco, Normal, Sport and a new Individual mode, which allows separate control of the engine, transmission and cluster gauge display – can be selected by the driver to tailor vehicleresponse.
Central to the e:HEV system is the fixed-geartransmission(eCVT),whichhas been designed to minimise mechanical friction and is controlled by an intelligent power control unit that optimises the vehicletoeachdrivingsituation.
Careful attention has also been paid to the drivetrain and noise management to create a tranquil, calming cabin environment, whilst enhancing the overall vehicle driveability, resulting in a smooth, linear feel during acceleration. This refined powertrain is paired with reassuring handling and straight-line stability – cornerstones of the Civic model throughoutitshistory.
Summary
TheHondaCiviccontinuesattheforefront of technology and design of the small hatchback on the company’s way to full electrificationofthebrand.
The Honda Civic continues at the forefront of technology and design. (Pictures: Supplied)
Action around the grounds
The Independent goes around the grounds from Geelong Cricket Association and Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association games played on Saturday 15 November.
GEELONG CRICKET ASSOCIATION
DIVISION 1
Saturday 15 November
North Geelong 174 (C. Hangan 62, A. McCann 35, J. Trewin 3/19, J. Sorgiovanni 2/24) def St Peters 82 (B. McMaster 30, B. Demasi 4/22, A. McCann 2/7, B. Sykes 2/10) Grovedale 4/306 (J. Moran 119, B. Engelen-Baker 81, J. Wrigglesworth 53no) def Newtown & Chilwell 137 (T. Windus 53, C. Ford 6/37) Lara 3/281 (D. Weigl 123no, V. Malhotra 67, K. Marum 41, R. Sodomaco 37) def East Belmont 6/280 (S. McNamara 109, L. Inglis 95, J. Lidgett 42, M. Heyward 2/35) St Joseph’s 7/199 (J. Appleford 49, A. Casey 45, A. Humphrey 31, N. Blyth 3/18, S. Ellis 2/33) def South Barwon (S. Ellis 49, B. Nicholls 41, T. Meredith 37, A. Humphrey 4/42, F. Wilson 2/29)
DIVISION 2
Bell Park 3/213 (N. Deep Pottabathini 106no, S. Elliston-Buckley 81) def Torquay 7/209 (T. Kassis 74, F. Carter 36, M. Trask 3/48, N. Deep Pottabathini 2/28) Bell Post Hill 8/177 (W. Iles 50, J. Grozdanovski 47no, E. Skene 3/25, S. Williams 3/31) def Alexander Thomson 108 (B. Forssman 54, J. Grozdanovski 4/8, B. Muir 4/18)
Highton 1/164 (I. Bird 97, Z. Wills 62no) def Geelong West 160 (T. Wesley 79, C. Young 3/9, B. Somers 2/11, D. Elliott 2/15, F. Neeson 2/41)
Geelong City 8/180 (J. Bode 46no, B. Taylor 36, R. O’Donnell 3/13 J. Le Maistre 3/46) def Leopold 149 (R. O’Donnell 44, H. Hatswell 42, J. Parrot 3/35, J. Leather 2/16)
DIVISION 3
Murgheboluc 8/165 (L. Cameron 46, J. Hilton 40, M. Grozdanovski 3/25, O. Dunipace 3/34) def Marshall 161 (S. Abley 61, O. Dunipace 30, M. Smith 3/24, T. Cameron 2/33)
Corio 4/202 (A. Grace 58, B. Strachan 50no, C. Hewett 43, S. Dew 2/42) def Thomson 9/198 (H. Coulson 53, J. Hartshorne 37, Z. Smith 36no, M. Humm 5/47, M. Grace 3/26)
Waurn Ponds Deakin 9/168 (I. Dinuka 55no, H. Haynes 42, B. Clarke 3/23, N. Matthews 2/18, B. Ross 2/24) def Modewarre 150 (B. Ross 51, E. Rogers 5/18) Bannockburn 8/185 (J. Hickleton 63no, T. Hay 45, C. Cain 31, S. Dillon 3/9, S. Giles 2/37) def Lethbridge 183 (T. Saunders 43, S. Dillon 35, D. Foran 3/34, R. Perkins 2/29)
DIVISION 4
Little River 5/117 (J. Thompson 26, H. Cox 26, S. Vaghela 2/5) def St Albans Breakwater 115 (M. Blain 30, H. Wright 4/22, L. Delaney 3/27, J. Walker 2/15) Guild St Mary’s 238 (D. Thomas 69,
G. Randhawa 48, B. Ritchie 3/46, J. Baker 2/20, C. Egan 2/24) def Newcomb & District 154 (H. Nield 34, M. Vicary 4/20) Manifold Heights 143 (M. Pratt 46, S. Keenan 30, T. Dittloff 3/4, J. Hart 3/28) def Meredith 92 (D. Kebble 2/6, N. Pratt 2/12)
BELLARINE PENINSULA CRICKET ASSOCIATION
A1 GRADE
Saturday 15 November
Queenscliff 175 (H. Illingworth 43, B. Harcombe 2/11, D. Taylor 2/41, K. Eskrigge 2/51) vs Anglesea Barwon Heads 9/291 (L. Hyland 91, M. Melzer 56, C. McKinley 54, D. Hewitt 33, E. Falconer 3/53, J. Graham 2/49) vs Jan Juc
Drysdale 171 (T. Burns 49, B. Dobbin 49, J. Maclean 4/42, D. Maclean 2/54) vs Armstrong Creek 1/14 Inverleigh 200 (L. Platt 103, W. Stoney 30, L. Clift 5/49, J. Jirik 3/51) vs Barrabool 1/2
A2 GRADE
Newcomb 107 (N. Symes 6/33, J. Tilders 2/20) vs Portarlington 3/175 (J. De Bono 87no, C. Gourley 51)
Ocean Grove 8/264 (C. Weidemann 52, Z. Jones 44, F. Long 40, S. Fankhauser 35, B. Singh Brar 30, S. Currie 3/58, S. Murdoch 2/43) vs Inverleigh Wallington 226 (R. Faust 60, B. Gravett 51, D. Wise-Graham 31, J. de Jong 3/13, J. Gasior 3/46) vs Collendina St Leonards 7/299 declared (T. Griffin 172, B. White 49, D. Ganguly 42, A. Singh 4/61, T. Haidlinger 2/36) vs Surf Coast 1/20
We go around the grounds from matches played in Geelong Cricket Association senior women’s on Sunday 16 November.
WOMEN’S SENIOR CRICKET
Sunday 16 November
A Grade
Barwon Heads 1/78 (M. Monahan 34no, L. Bode 24no) def Bell Park 77 (C. Mittermair 21, A. Muir 3/8, S. Don 3/15) East Belmont 2/114 (C. Walker 53, L. Tubb 23no, B. Farey 22) def South Barwon 5/110 (R. Linke 37, C. Woodyard 2/18) North Geelong 3/74 (I. Maclay 22) def St Joseph’s 5/73 (A. Huby 36, I. Hanna-Phillips 2/12)
Geelong City 6/40 (S. Ljubojevic 3/9) def Lethbridge 9/39 (P. Agg 3/3)
B Grade
Marshall 3/97 (J. Stewart 27no, P. Sadler 20, M. Cooper 20no) def Queenscliff 8/96 (S. Monahan 22, M. Cameron 22no, M. Cooper 2/10)
Anglesea 6/98 (J. Croker 36no, Z. Shawcross 2/20) def Portarlington 3/57 (K. Hutchinson 2/7)
Lara 4/177 (A. Bowering 74no, B. Smith 35, E. Wilson 28, G. Whitford-Price 2/20)
def North Geelong 3/126 (H. Jones 59no, H. Wray 30, A. Bowering 2/25)
Barrabool 1/77 (J. Grigg 26no, K. Jirik 24) def Highton 4/76 (M. Virajani 40no, H. McDonald 2/17)
C Grade
Waurn Ponds Deakin 6/81 (T. McCormack 2/12, A. Eddy 2/14) def Drysdale 4/80
Torquay 3/157 (P. Zotti 51ret, C. O’Loughlin 36no, A. Oliver 20) def Teesdale 4/70 (R. Wood 23, P. Zotti 2/8)
Bannockburn 5/115 (B. Mitchell 50ret, E. Watkins 2/16, S. Kelsall 2/23) def Wallington 3/78 (C. Ralph 50ret, J. Smith 20no, A. Richardson 2/10) East Belmont 5/89 (K. Williams 26no, K. Long 22, E. Blanch 4/11) def St Leonards 7/88 (K. Pepyat 23)
D Grade
Bell Post Hill 6/93 (H. Brady 25, B. Butler 2/19) def Modewarre 6/92 (B. Hubbert 31ret, H. Uwland 2/5, B. Collins 2/19, J. Francis 2/23)
Thomson 4/100 (A. Kelly 30ret, C. Burnett 2/18) def Armstrong Creek 67 (A. Lockwood 24, CJ Mulligan 2/12 J. Charles 2/20)
Grovedale 4/107 (O. Tolan 22no, S. Hanneysee 2/17) def Newtown & Chilwell 6/73 (R. Wright 20, R. Picklum 3/13, J. Fisher 2/13) Geelong West def St Joseph’s by forfeit
E Grade
Little River 0/83 (I. Wilkinson 32ret, K. Templeton 30ret) def Murgheboluc 3/80 (E. King 28, P. Anderson 20no) Newcomb & District 4/110 (R. Moreland 33ret, E. Maddison 25, J. Carpentier 2/15) def Alexander Thomson 4/105 (M. Harvey 33ret, G. Wray 32ret, C. Hillgrove 2/10)
North Geelong 3/128 (J. Hastings 30ret, J. Clark 30ret, T. Sorgiovanni 2/27) def St Peters 7/117 (L. Parrot 33no, A. Huston 25, J. Clark 2/13, J. Hastings 2/17) Lethbridge 3/136 (A. Spiller 30ret) def Barwon Heads 5/98 (M. Perry 30ret, R. Lane 26no)
F Grade
Bell Park 2/171 (A. Aldridge 30ret, M. Gerdtz 30ret, J. Hutchison 25) def Manifold Heights 5/94 (S. Keenan 29no, S. Williamson 28, E. Bradley 2/13, H. Stokes 2/21)
Bannockburn 3/110 (E. Thomson 30ret, B. Knight 29no) def South Barwon 3/68 (M. Brennan 2/12)
Corio 1/51 def Jan Juc 50 (M. Hili 3/6)
Wallington 1/112 (B. Elso-Cooke 33ret
S. Cook 30ret) def Thomson 2/109 (J. Clack 22no)
G Grade
Bell Park 4/91 (G. Pritchard 27) def Meredith 3/90
Geelong City 8/79 (L. Fapani 22, S. Hannah 2/10, C. Lamont 2/15) def Armstrong Creek 7/62 (L. Fapani 2/3, H. Agg 2/7) Little River 5/103 (A. Hey 26) def Lara 6/102 (J. Fairchild 4/15) East Belmont 0/106 (S. Kennedy 32ret, J. Learey 31ret) def Queenscliff 4/105 (D. Jennings 23)
Above: Grovedale’s Jordan Moran looks back as he is bowled by Newtown & Chilwell’s Lachie Sperling, but not before making a superb 119 from 99 deliveries. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 512922_09 Left: Anthony Grace and Eugene Stanciu take a quick single for Corio against Thomson. 512918_10
Falcons star heads west
By Justin Flynn and Tara Murray
Josh Lindsay will head west after being chosen by West Coast at pick 19 in Wednesdaynight’sAFLdraft.
The Newtown & Chilwell product was regarded as one of the best kicks in the talent pool and the Eagles swooped on the classyGeelongFalconsleft-footerinthefirst round.
Lindsay, from Geelong Grammar, said he wasexcitedtomakethemovefromGeelong to Perth, but initially wasn’t sure where he wouldbedraftedto.
“I had a few little inkings sort of around that mark, but it was sort of just wait and
see,” he said on Thursday morning after the draft.
“When they read my name out, it was special, it was an incredible moment. I’ve always dreamt of it ever since I was a young kid…so to get my name read out, it’s an absolute dream and I can’t wait to get to work.”
Eagles coach Andrew McQualter was the first to contact Lindsay after his name was readout.
“He FaceTimed me probably two minutes after I got picked up…and I had my West Coastjerseystraightaway,”hesaid.
“Ican’twaittogettoworkwithhim.”
Lindsay will head to the Eagles alongside
No 1 pick Willem Duursma and No 4 selectionCooperDuff-Tytler.
“I think they’re both a great bunch of boys,” he said. “I’ve spent a lot of time with them and know them really well, so I can’t picktwobetterblokestogooverwith.”
Lindsay credited his family, the late Troy Selwood and Geelong Falcons as huge influencesonhisfooty.
“They’ve (Falcons) been there since the very start and all the coaches and staff down there have progressed my footy and developed me into the player I am today - I couldn’tdoitwithoutthem,”hesaid.
“Josh is an outstanding left-foot kick who we rated highly and, when he was still on
the board, we were keen to move up and secure him,” West Coast national recruiting managerDuaneMassesaid.
“Securing Willem, Cooper and Josh adds totheyoungtalentwe’veselectedinthepast fewyearsandwebelievetheycanreallyadd valuetoourlistforyearstocome.”
Meanwhile, Geelong selected South Australian winger Harley Barker with its first pick at 24, although the speedster will miss the majority of next season after rupturinghisACL.
The Cats will take a long-term approach to the 187cm tall Barker, who was captain of Sturt’s Under 18 side and All Australian this seasonbeforethekneeinjury.
Clifton Springs through to grand final defeating Anglesea
The poor weather conditions continue to plague all competitions and Tuesday Women’s this week was no exception.
Of particular interest was the start of finals for Sections 1 and 3 and with dark clouds looming, play started, but mostly with some spots of rain.
Section 3 saw ladder leaders Clifton Springs host Anglesea in the battle for direct entry to the grand final with each team posting a 4-2 win against the other during the season.
TheSpringstookthefirstsetwithKristine Mortimer and Debbie McLennan getting up in a tie-break while Anglesea took the second with Anna Pegg and Carol Herben having a slightly easier 6-2 win. Pegg and Andrea Webb kept Anglesea marginally ahead, winning 7-5 while the Springs’ McLennan and Denise McGennisken took a 6-3 win, leaving the match tied going into the final two sets.
Webb and Herben put Anglesea up with a 6-4 win in the fifth, but McLennan and Julie Bolton proved too good in the last, winning 6-1, giving McLennan three wins for the day and putting the Springs ahead by three games and a rest next week.
The elimination final saw Ocean Grove travel to Highton. Both teams boasted a 4-2 win over the other during the regular season. Kay Ehrenberg and Jan Fordyce got the visitors off to a good start with a 6-3 win in the first, but Highton’s Anna Goli and Leanne Baxter won the second 6-4. Highton got the better of the middle sets
with Goli and Pauline Edmunds winning the third 7-5 while Liz Worpel and Louise Mayall won 6-0. With a seven-game deficit to make up, Anglesea had its back against the wall. TherewasaglimmerofhopewhenFordyce and Karen Singer won the sixth 6-3, but Edmunds and Mayall proved too good in the fifth to give Highton a fourth set and a place in next week’s preliminary final.
In Section 1, Surfcoast Bellbrae and Moriac lined up in the first-semi with Surfcoast finishing just half a point ahead of Moriac to claim the minor premiership.
It was a tough day for Bellbrae, even with home court advantage. Moriac stormed
out of the blocks with Bridget Laird and Fiona Blood winning the first set 6-2 while BronwynTaskerandCharlotteWilsonwere unstoppablewinningthesecond6-0.Laird and Wilson teamed up in the third and scraped through in a tie-break and when Blood and Kerrie Fatone won the fourth 6-3, it was all over with Moriac having an unassailable lead, and direct entry to the grand final.
Geelong West hosted Ocean Grove in the second-semi in what was likely to be a close one with West winning only on games in the last encounter. The first sets were interrupted by rain, but the games were tight with 6-4 wins to West’s Jacqui
McGrath and Angela Sherlock matched by the Grove’s Mel Keating and Judi Broad. Ocean Grove took a 3-1 lead with Kate Lockhart and Susan Bissett winning 6-2, matched by Keating and Alison Lugg, giving the Grove an eight-game buffer. McGrath and Jodie Connell kept West in the match winning 6-4, but Sherlock and Kerrie Browne were leading 5-4 against Lockhart and Broad before the skies opened and the rain came, resulting in the match being abandoned. Ocean Grove, however, was too far ahead on games to leave the match unresolved, booking a meeting against Surfcoast Bellbrae next week.
Georgie Prespakis wins Cats’ best and fairest for a second time
Star midfielder Georgie Prespakis won her second Geelong AFLW best and fairest in threeseasons
Prespakis polled 185 votes to top the leaderboard at Geelong’s vote count on Saturday night, finishing clear of Nina Morrison in second place (110 votes) and MikaylaBoweninthird(76).
Prespakis was exceptional through the midfield in 2025, averaging a career-high 25.8 disposals and 6.8 clearances per game, while also averaging career-high numbers in inside 50s, contested possessions and scoreinvolvements.
Her consistency across the season was outstanding, accumulating 23 disposals or more in 10 of the Cats’ 12 games, while leadingtheAFLWfortotalclearances.
Morrison recorded another strong result, backingupher2024bestandfairestwin.
The tough midfielder averaged 20.3 disposals and 2.7 clearances per game and registered three score involvements each outingwhilekickingsixgoalsofherown.
It marks a fourth consecutive podium
finish for Morrison following on from her win in 2024 and high finishes in 2023 (runner-up)and2022(third).
Bowen’s breakout season was recognised with the 24-year-old finishing in third positionon76votes.
Another Cat who was consistently among the best players on the ground each week, Bowen averaged career highs in disposals, tackles, intercept possessions and score involvements, while still impacting the scoreboardwithsixgoalsfortheseason.
Becky Webster polled 54 votes to finish in fourth position while Jackie Parry rounded outthetopfivewith51.
Kate Darby was named the Geelong Cats AFLWCarterFamilyCommunityChampion for the fifth time in recognition of her remarkablecommitmenttothecommunity. Darby previously won the award in 2019, 2023, 2024 and was joint-winner alongside GeorgieRankinin2022.
Retiring great Meghan McDonald received the values-based Hoops Award, capping off her legacy as Geelong’s
longest-serving AFLW captain. The Hoops Award is voted on by players at the conclusion of the season, recognising the player who best demonstrates care for her teammates’ wellbeing, champions the club’s and team’s values, works for the greater good of the club, and positively engagesinallaspectsoftheAFLWprogram.
2025 Geelong Cats AFLW best and fairest Top 10
Georgie Prespakis – 185
Nina Morrison – 110
Mikalya Bowen – 76
Becky Webster – 54
Jackie Parry – 51
Claudia Gunjaca – 47
Aishling Moloney – 40
Amy McDonald – 39
Julia Crockett-Grills – 25
Georgie Rankin – 24
Georgie Prespakis won her second Geelong AFLW best and fairest award. (Ivan Kemp) 390123_13
LOCAL TENNIS
Donna Schoenmaekers
Tuesday Women’s Section 3 Highton and Ocean Grove: Back - Anna Goli, Leanne Baxter, Liz Worpel, Jan Fordyce, Karen Singer, Maureen Stanic. Front - Sue Williams, Louise Mayall, Pauline Edmund, Peta Timothee, Vanessa Armstrong and Key Ehrenberg.
Two young Greater Geelong lawn bowlers claimed a gold medal in the Boys Fours lawn bowls event at the Australian U18 ChampionshipsinDevonportlastweekend.
Inverleigh’s Harry Coleman and Winchelsea’s Max Heaton-Harris were part of the Victorian team that won gold in the fours alongside Goulburn Valley pair Jacob Cartwright and Charlie Boswood.
Heaton-Harris also won silver in the Boys Pairs and Coleman won bronze in the Boys Triples.
Coleman, 15, started getting interested in bowls when he was three-years-old, watching his parents Mark and Suzy play. ThefamilymovedfromSydneytoInverleigh and Harry began playing there in Division 11 before crossing to City of Geelong’s Premier Pennant side and now plays in the Metro Pennant Premier Division for Deer Park.
Suzy also plays at Deer Park and Mark is one of Eastern Park’s star players and current coach.
“When we first left Inverleigh, we were looking at a few clubs and we knew a lot of people from City (of Geelong) and it was just a good family club,” Harry said. “It had a roof so you could bowl there 24/7 and the coaching there was good so we went there.”
Harry said the move to Victoria’s best bowls competition and to Deer Park had
“improved my game massively”.
“When you look at who’s on the coaching panel at Deer Park, you’ve got Mark Casey, who’s done everything in bowls. Then you’ve got former Geelong player Nathan Bush.
“So it was pretty hard to say no when we saw the Youth Academy was starting.”
Harry has had a stunning 2025 with numerous medals and awards. He was a member of Traralgon Lyrebirds Victorian Bowls League’s winning side.
“They (Traralgon) picked me because one of their players pulled out,” he said.
“They contacted Dad and said, ‘would Harryliketoplay?’andDadsaid,‘yeah,he’d love to’. That was probably one of my most memorable achievements.”
Leopold bowlers keen to embrace exciting challenge
By Justin Flynn
Afterlosingitsround1clashbysevenshots, Leopold’s Division 1 Geelong Bowls Region side has put together a solid two-game block with wildly contrasting results.
Leopold lost its opening round 79 to 86 against City of Geelong, but rebounded with a huge 119 to 55 victory against Geelong and then prevailed in a thriller by one shot - 77 to 76 - against Highton on Saturday.
It sets up a huge two weeks for Leopold when it meets the top two sides - Ocean Grove and St Leonards.
Despite the round 1 loss, Brandon Anderson said Leopold played well, but couldn’t capitalise on the key moments.
“We started really well in the first game,” he said.
“We jumped out to probably a 15-, 20-shot lead, but then we just went quiet across the four rinks and they got on a roll.
“City are a very solid side. They’ve come down from Premier, so they were up above us the year before so they’ve probably got something to prove again.”
Leopold looked like losing going into the final two ends in Saturday’s nailbiter at Highton.
“I think we were six down with two to play,” Anderson said.
“Charlie (Sproal) played a couple of really big bowls to make a three and then I played a bowl to make a four. We ended up getting the seven we needed.”
Anderson skipped his rink of lead Terri Rudge, second Michael Abbott and third Lucas Cameron to a 27 to 11 win.
“Terri was fantastic and set up good heads,” Anderson said.
“We were on a run of six or seven ends in a row where we were just getting ones and twos and keeping the scoreboard ticking over.
“Lucas Cameron was fantastic for me. Micky Abbott was thereabouts at the end of the game when I needed him.”
Anderson said his trio all brought something different to the dynamics of their rink.
“Terri - if her first one’s not where it should be or where it needs to be, she corrects very well all the time,” he said.
“She’s just a very steady, lovely person to play with.
“Mick plays his big bowls when he has to, probably a bit more up and about than Terri, and then Louie’s just as steady as they come. Nothing fazes him.”
Anderson said despite Nicholas Lazic’s rink going down 5 to 32 to Mark Cavanagh, they were able to stem the flow, which contributed to the victory.
“That was that the rink that struggled a bit, but some of them weren’t playing
badly and especially towards the end of the game when it was on the line I thought they actually played pretty well,” he said.
“The score won’t reflect that, but the last few ends were pretty big in the way the overall board went. The last couple ends, rather than dropping threes and fours, they were dropping ones or they were getting ones.”
Anderson said the next two rounds would give a good indication of where fourth-placed Leopold stands.
“Ocean Grove, they made the final last year so they’ll be very steady and they’re a very big club in Geelong,” he said.
“It’s a good test for us. We can see where we’re at and it’s at home too, which is nice. You want to play these teams to see where
you’re at as a club.
“St Leonards are always very good at home. They probably don’t get spoken about as much, but they’re very steady and they’re always in the mix and are one of those danger sides.”
GEELONG BOWLS REGION
Round 4, Saturday 15 November
Premier Pennant
Queenscliff 81 (14) def Ocean Grove 75 (4): Ray Butler 18 def by Bradley Pavey 22, Ben Russell 18 def by Peter Loe 25, Mitch Hocking 25 def Tyson Cromie 18, Steve Sullivan 20 def Josh Rudd 10. Eastern Park 79 (16) def Drysdale 63 (2): Cal Inderberg 29 def Mark Godbolt 13, Nick Bell 15 def John Monahan 14, Adam Martin 19 def Luke Lawrence 18, Scott McDonald 16 def by Ashley Rees 18. Torquay 110 (18) def Lara 47 (0): Nelson Ball 38 def Karl Weil 11, David Cairns 26 def Don Grellet 9, Daryl Kitchin 26 def Michael James Kelly 13, James Banks 20 def Brendan Umbers 14. Highton 85 (16) def Bell Post Hill 63 (2): Dan Priddle 17 def by Dieter Gercke 23, Scott McLachlan 29 def Ben Toner 14, Adam Lee 17 def Darren Gillett 13.
Division 1
Leopold 77 (14) def Highton 76 (4): Brandon Anderson 27 def Ron Imanse 11, Nicholas Lazic 5 def by Mark Cavanagh 32, Charlie Sproal 14 def by Owen Landry 20, Michael Willis 31 def Nick Oakes 13. Belmont 79 (13) def Portarlington 78 (5): Robert Agg 17 def by Gerard Reed 23, Steve Davies 21 tied with David Dunlop 21, Robin Hayes 17 def by Barry Hirth 18, John Harris 24 def Michael Dennis 16. St Leonards 81 (15) def City of Geelong 78 (3): Henry Dahler 24 def Jayden Wombell 17, Andy Hills 14 def by Sandra Tillson 19, Michael Kennedy 23 def David Vogele 22, Tony Long 20 tied with John Shell 20. Ocean Grove 86 (18) def Geelong 47 (0): Alan Drury 25 def Graham Harrison 13, Michael West 17 def Troy Thompson 14, Rod Brehaut 24 def Arthur Crooke 11, Hugh O’Reilly 22 def Bryan Wilson 9.
Above: Leopold’s Brandon Anderson takes the kitty out of the head with this bowl after his team was three shots down. His rink won the match by 16 shots. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 512923_17 Inset: Players watch closely as Chris Hodges’ bowl has Highton comfortably holding kitty. 512923_18
Gold medallists Harry Coleman, Charlie Boswood, Max Heaton-Harris and Jacob Cartwright. (Bowls Australia) Right: Harry Coleman. (Supplied)
Leopold prevails in thriller
Leopold defeated Highton by one shot in a Geelong Bowls Region Division 1 thriller at Highton on Saturday 15 November and Independent photographer Ivan Kemp caught some of the action.
Helene Gilmore steps into her bowl. 512923_04
Lachlan Humphries leads off for Leopold. 512923_01
Travis Salisbury plays for position. 512923_03
Michael Willis skipped his team to a 31 to 13 shot win. 512923_07 Below: Tony Kelly follows his bowl into the rink. 512923_05
Above: Nick Oakes wins this end by one shot. 512923_08 Left: Charlie Sproal in action. 512923_16
All eyes on this bowl from Philip Shuttleworth. 512923_11
Ric Stephens plays this bowl into the head. 512923_12
Peter Monk consolidates the head for Highton. 512923_14
Owen Landry leads his team to win the end by four shots and the game by six shots. 512923_15
Bruce Mathieson leads off for Leopold. 512923_09
Tigers, Devils get the points
Independent photographer Ivan Kemp was at Queens Park to see Grovedale defeat Newtown & Chilwell and at Thomson to see Corio beat Thomson on Saturday 15 November.
Xavier Dew in action for Thomson. 512918_03
Above: Corio’s Eugene Stanciu plays this delivery behind square leg for two. 512918_13 Right: Anthony Grace hits this delivery over the backward square leg boundary for six. 512918_09
Eaman Mills bends his back. 512918_14
Seb Dew with some spin. 512918_18
Ben Strachan pulls this delivery for four during his unbeaten 50 for the Devils. 512918_26
Christian Hewitt drives down the ground for six. 512918_24
Newtown & Chilwell quick Nick Burke walks back to his mark. 512922_10
Left: Lachie Sperling in action for the Two Blues. 512922_13 Centre: Brayden Engelman-Baker lofts this delivery for six. 512922_25 Right: Jordan Moran made 119 off 99 deliveries for Grovedale. 512922_05
Jack Wrigglesworth turns this ball off his hip for four. 512922_21
Grovedale trio spearheads win
By Justin Flynn
Another Jordan Moran masterclass and the ageless Clinton Ford propelled Grovedale to a big win against Newtown & Chilwell, but a polished knock from an emerging talent also had a big say in the result.
AfterbeingsentinatQueensParkReserve onSaturday15November,Grovedalemadea mammoth 4/306 in the round 5 GCA1 oneday fixture.
Moran’s star quality is well known throughout the region and he peeled off a magnificent 119 from just 99 deliveries and hadexcellentsupportfromBraydenEngelenBaker, who made his highest 1st-grade score with 81 from 94 balls.
Jack Wrigglesworth was unbeaten on 53 from 52 balls and Ford was elevated up the order with success, making 23 from 21, but his heroics would come later.
Engelen-Baker, who was coming off a duck against Lara in the previous round, said the “ball was sort of popping and swinging around a little bit” early.
He also had the best seat in the house to watch Moran’s destruction from the nonstriker’s end.
“He’s unreal to watch when he’s going - he’s just got the ability to hit the ball everywhere,” he said.
“They didn’t bowl that badly, he’s just got the ability to put the pressure back on the bowler and hit balls where he wants them to be hit, to put fielders in a different spot so he can hit it somewhere else.”
Engelen-Baker had been opening the batting this season, but came in at No 3 against the Two Blues.
“JoshWindusgotahundredlastgameand he’s been hitting the ball really well,” he said.
“Hehadareallygoodbackendtolastyear and we just wanted to change it up and see if we could get off to a bit of a flyer at the top of the order.”
Engelen-Baker’s knock of 81 was his best effort in the 1sts, but he said making three figures was largely unimportant as long as the team is winning and he is contributing.
“I’vesortofbeenthrownaroundtheorder a little bit in the past so I had a chat with Jordan at the start of the year just about stabilising a position or an area in the order just to give myself the best chance to succeed,” he said.
“Wehadsomegoodchatsaroundthat,but (I want to) develop some more consistency and help us win some more games. That’s ultimately what I want to do.”
In reply, Newtown & Chilwell was dismissed for 137, with evergreen Ford snaring 6/37 after coming up from the 2nds, which he is captaining this season, to replace Sam Coutts, who was a late withdrawal due to illness.
Approaching his late-40s, Ford took the stunning match figures of 13/63 in the 2nds against Lara in round 4.
“He’s got the ability to move the ball in the air and off the deck and he just hits the same spot - he’s very hard to get away,” EngelenBaker said.
“Tom Smith’s out injured, Luke Guest is out injured, and then Sam Coutts was a late out yesterday, so it was handy to bring Clinton in, and you just know what you get from him. He’s a star.”
NORTH Geelong defeated St Peters in a low-scoring game. The Magpies were all out for 174 with Connor Hangan making 62, but St Peters could only muster 82 in reply with teenage leg-spinner Ben Demasi picking up four wickets in his 1st-grade debut.
SHANE McNamara hit his second century of the season, smacking 109 from 113 balls
while Luke Inglis made an impressive 95 as East Belmont set Lara a hefty 281 to chase. But Lara skipper Dan Weigl (123 not out from 100 deliveries) and Vishesh Malhotra (67 from 33) made light work of the big run chase, winning with seven wickets and an astonishing 76 deliveries to spare.
A LAST-BALL off-drive for two runs by Ryan Simmonds got St Joseph’s across the line in a thriller against South Barwon. Needing 11 from the final over for victory, Josh Hodgson was stumped from a sharp piece of glovework by Tom Meredith off Gurpreet Singh from the first ball. New batter Ollie King edged the next ball for four and got a single from the third. Simmonds hit the fourth and fifth deliveries through the onside for two, meaning Joeys needed one to tie and two for victory from the final ball, which he accomplished to win by one run.
Devils set up top of the ladder clash with full team performance
By Justin Flynn
Corio set up a top of the ladder clash against Murgheboluc with a strong win against Thomson in Geelong Cricket Association Division 3 on Saturday 15 November.
TheDevilswillgointothegameunbeaten with three wins and a tie while Murgheboluc has won all four games.
“Obviously, Murghe is a good side sitting on top, so it’ll be a big game next week and we’ve just got to take everything out of what we’ve been playing this year and keep improving and keep building that consistencyaroundourgame,”Coriocaptain Anthony Grace said.
Grace won the toss and sent Thomson in at Thomson Recreation Reserve with Mitchell Humm in devastating form with the ball.
Humm removed the first four batters, including star Josh McDonald, to have Thomson in strife at 5/55.
At the other end, Trey Laurie was keeping the run rate to a trickle and would eventually go for just 20 from his 10 overs. Humm finished with 5/47 from 10.
“It makes it pretty easy to rotate your bowlers when they’re doing their job like that, especially in the one-day format,” Grace said. “It’s probably more about just building pressure with dot balls, so then it brings the wickets. Mitch Humm (and) Trey Laurie at the top, always bowling a good partnership up there. One ties one end down, one takes wickets.” Thomson rallied in the second half of the innings with Hamish Coulson (53), Josh Hartshorne (37) and Zac Smith (36 not out from 25 deliveries) getting the score up to 9/198 from 50 overs. Mitchell Grace chipped
in with three late wickets for the Devils.
“My brother Mitch usually bowls more up the order but in a one-day game,wefeellikehecanfinishthebowling innings off in the last 10 overs,” Grace said.
“Usually if it’s a two-day format, he’ll bowl a bit higher and earlier on in the game. It’s just there’s a lot of bowlers in our team.
“It’s what we’ve built around this year with batting and bowling. Bringing in more batting and bowling to the side just so then it’s not the same blokes every week. If one fails, there’s still more to come.”
Grace and Eugene Stanciu got the Devils off to a great start with the bat, putting on 84, but both openers fell in quick succession, leaving Corio at 2/85.
Grace made 58 from just 38 deliveries while Stanciu contributed 25 from 40.
Grace said he didn’t have a preconceived plan to take on the bowling from the get go.
“I know I am a bit more of an aggressive player, but there’s a few more aggressive batters in our team as well,” he said.
“It’s more just taking it ball by ball. If it’s there to play, you play, if not just keep rotating the strike and ticking the scoreboard over.”
Christian Hewett (43 from 34 balls) and Ben Strachan (50 not out from 64) then shared a 65-run stand and Corio won the game with six wickets and almost 15 overs to spare.
“Hughie and Strachany kept moving the scoreboard along,” Grace said. “I think Strachany was maybe only a couple of runs off 20 balls and then he started to get going.
“But there wasn’t any game plan to go out
and score quickly, it was just take it as we come.”
MURGHEBOLUC kept top spot on the ladder with a two-wicket win against Marshall. The Bears made 161 batting first with Lachie Cameron (46) top scoring while Michael Grozdanovski and Owen Dunipace each took three wickets for the Frogs. Sam Abley (61) then batted well for Murgheboluc, but at 8/144 it was anyone’s game. Daniel Grozdanovski and Rasula Kankanamage kept calm and guided the Frogs to victory in the 45th over.
BANNOCKBURN also won by two wickets, chasing Lethbridge’s 183 all out in which Darcy Foran (3/34) bowled well. Skipper James Hickleton then played a match-winning knock to remain not out on 60 when his side won with two wickets and two balls in hand.
WAURN Ponds Deakin moved into the top four with an 18-run victory against Modewarre. Indushan Dinuka made 55 not out in WPD’s score of 9/168 while Ethan Rogers starred with 5/18 to dismiss Modda for150despiteawell-made51fromBrandon Ross.
Corio captain Anthony Grace drives for a single during his innings of 58. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 512918_02
Eugene Stanciu sways back to avoid a bumper. 512918_08
Left: Brayden Engelen-Baker made a polished 81 for Grovedale. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 512922_26 Right: Jordan Moran drives this delivery to boundary during his superb innings of 119 for Grovedale. 512922_04
