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Music and arts come together MUSIC AND ARTS will collide in Ocean Grove for one inspiring day and night in April. Headlining an eclectic musical line up at the inaugural Festivus – Ocean Grove music and arts festival on Saturday April 12 will be Eddie Perfect, along with the Strange Tennants and Julian Wilson. Perfect, who defies pigeon-holing,
has appeared in everything from his own biographical musical comedy Shane Warne: The Musical to numerous solo albums – all the while connecting through cunning observation and wit. Alongside Perfect will be legendary Aussie Ska band The Strange Tenants. Together with the Allniters, the Strange Tenants were the most
high-profile Australian ska bands of 1980s ska era. Adding to the line-up will be Julian Wilson, Mark Grunden’s Samba School, the popular Carus Thompson, Michelle Nicole, Kite Machine, Murdena, local rising star Alister Turrill and the Dave Palmer Quarter. The festival committee has benefited from the massive experience and
Tim Neal, John Bowman and the rainbow piano on The Terrace.
valuable input of musician Tim Neal, who said: "The unique thing about
Festivus that sets it apart is it's all about collaboration. Seeing Musicians perform
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as they are is always fun, but to see them playing with other musos, jamming live on stage is something you can only see at our festival.” Festivus promises more than a music festival. It will have a twist of avant-garde art, interactive music, that the organisers hope will develop a unique vibe. Continued page 3.
Park safe says pres OCEAN Grove Park would be developed ‘over my dead body’, its president has pledged. Colin Atkins (pictured above) has fiercely rejected suggestions that the park was under threat from sub-division, development or roads, commenting that he was disappointed that anyone would think he or members of the park committee would put 18 years of hard work into the park only to hand it over to house builders. Mr Atkins, committee members and the Trust for Nature has drafted a covenant that protects the park as it is for future generations. Continued page 15.
Pictured: Christian Topolcsanyi, James Paterson, Edward Ford, James Sampson, Jake Reynolds and Seb Asher.
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Toy library boost for Grove
FACELIFT: Ocean Grove toy library has a new home.
A NEW world of play is on offer with Ocean Grove toy library becoming the first residents of the new Integrated Childcare Centre, called the Boorai Centre on Shell Road. “The new space is especially great because it’s at the front of the centre where families walk in, the clear glass makes it easier to see and try out toys before borrowing them,” President of the Toy Library Tanya McDonald, from Ocean Grove, said. Families came along to the opening on Saturday to check out the new modern, purpose-built premises within the children’s hub.
Having operated in Ocean Grove for over 20 years, it’s a non-profit organisation run by local volunteer parents. “The whole process working with the City of Greater Geelong has ran smoothly, we are also very thankful to Kingston Ocean Grove for donating $5,000 to go towards the new facility,” Tanya added. The toy library has hundreds of educational toys, games and puzzles for children aged up to six to borrow. For more information contact Tanya McDonald on 0425 055665 or email: coordinator@ oceangrovetoylibrary.org. au.
PREPS in Ocean Grove were jumping with excitement on their first day of school last week. “It was an exciting day for 89 new foundation students at Ocean Grove Primary School. They all played on the playground, listened to stories, drew pictures and made lots of new friends,” OGPS Early Years Leader Cathy Buchanan-Hagen said. Both prep classes at Surfside Primary also
Finn (pictured above left) enjoys the Ocean Grove Primary School playground while Harvey and his parents Sally and Brendan (above right) settle in.
Preps off to school had a fantastic start to the school year. “Our wonderful transition program in 2013 ensured that our preps felt happy and confident coming to school. We are so proud of our new preps,” teachers Laura Myers and Rochelle Clark said. Both schools were impressed with the way all the students settled in and had fun.
SCHOOL'S IN: Surfside Primary School's prep classes of 2014.
Hooded plovers take to the air FOR the first time in over a decade, a hooded plover chick has reached flying stage on our beaches. Four pairs of the threatened hooded plovers attempted to breed along our coastline from 7W Collendina to 42W Connewarre this January.
“Out of the four nest scrapes, one chick to date has successfully fledged thanks to the tireless efforts of the Barwon Coast Reserve team, the Friends of the Hooded Plovers Bellarine volunteers,” Maddie Glynn from Barwon Coast said.
There are still chicks east of 6W which need to be looked out for, as well as continuing to help ensure the chicks at 7W can successfully reach adulthood. “A big thank you to those in the community who put dogs on leads, walked the other way and those
A family of hooded plovers. that took an interest in the birds and helped educate others,” Maddie added.
Market Place hit again by burglers
OCEAN GROVE Market Place has experienced a spate of burglaries over the past month, with Subway most recently targeted last Tuesday night. Nearly $3000 worth of food went to waste when the offender left the fridge door open. Before Christmas, the $2 store was broken into. Market Place Fish and Chips were broken into on December 5 and again on January 7, when the Ocean Delight Chinese Restaurant was also robbed. If anyone has any information regarding the burglaries, contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or call 000.
Tourist's car stolen from main beach ON Tuesday 28 January a white Holden station wagon was stolen from the Ocean Grove main beach. The Point Cook resident had made the trip down to go swimming with her son when she discovered her bag had been taken while she was in the water. Bellarine Police were called once the woman had discovered her car gone. The victim’s husband managed to track her mobile and the car was later found locked at a Waurn Ponds shopping centre. If anyone has any information, contact Bellarine Police on 5256 2698.
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Festivus festival in Grove
Continued from page 1 Ocean Grove’s colourful rainbow piano is already an icon of the festival, and has managed to get everyone talking long before the first artists announcement. Passersby in The Terrace
are being encouraged to tinkle with the ivories in the run up to the Festivus. Creator Kat de Bruijn said the idea came from the 'Play me I’m Yours' project in Melbourne. In addition there will be a whole gamut of
interactive visual and acoustic arts that will unfold on the day. Co-director Huib De Bruijn, who has worked on creating effects at some of the biggest theme parks in Europe, is devising a raft of hands-
on arts sensations and surprises. Huib said the festival would be very much about ‘the experience’. “We want people to be part of the festival rather than being passive spectators,” he said.
Tickled pink Pink Petal Day first
PINK: Julie Rodger and Shelley Keast get into the spirit of Pink Petal Day. THE TERRACE will be tickled pink during the upcoming Labor Day long weekend. Pink Petal Day, the first of its kind, has been initiated by local Beachside Blooms florist Shelley Keast and president of the Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Breast Cancer Support Group Julie Rodger. The event will see the Ocean Grove Lions Club putting on a sausage sizzle, with Bakers delight donating over 20 loaves of
bread for the day, and an abundance of pink flowers for sale. “The day is about coming in and purchasing some pink flowers, either in memory of a friend or family member, for someone currently battling or just as a donation to the cause,” Julie said. The day is hoping to raise much needed funds for the Breast Cancer Network Australia and the local support group.
“I’m trying to help raise money to help the local women, as well as their families, recover and support them,” Shelley said. The ever growing support group has been responsible in orchestrating meals and groceries for local Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads ladies whilst undergoing cancer treatment, providing gift and care boxes and most recently a library of wigs and scarfs.
“All profits raised on the day will go towards BCNA and our group to aid the ongoing support for ladies battling breast cancer along the Bellarine,” Julie said. The day will run on Saturday March 8 between 9am and 1pm. Deliveries by Beachside Blooms are also welcome on the day. To make an order call 5255 3030. For more information email Julie Rodger at julesrodg@ gmail.com.
Light aircraft makes emergency landing on 13th Beach
A Tiger Moth belonging to Torquay Airport–based Tiger Moth World made an emergency landing at 13th Beach, Barwon Heads on January 27. The pilot was not injured in the incident, and was praised by beachgoers for his handling of the landing, which occurred around 1.30pm on the busy stretch of sand. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau is investigating. Picture: STEPHEN DICKSON
CoastCare calling
OCEAN GROVE CoastCare is calling for the use of plastic bags to become illegal. The group submitted the proposal for the local law to Council for review under a new Environment Management Strategy which is being developed. “We see the strategy as a prime opportunity for the City of Greater Geelong to demonstrate strong environmental leadership through the reduction of plastic bag availability in the municipality,” Ocean Grove CoastCare president John O'Reilly said. The local issue has been outlined in a campaign started recently by the group to reduce disposable plastic bag use in the town. It follows Barwon Heads becoming plastic bag free. “This is the moment to include the development of a local law to ban single use plastic bags from retail outlets,” Mr O'Reilly said.
Stamp Fair on again Ocean Grove Stamp Club is holding its annual stamp fair on Saturday March 8. The event will be at the Senior Citizens Clubrooms, 101 The Terrace from 10am to 3pm. There will be dealers in attendance for valuation and buying and a great range of Australian and worldwide philatelic material, coins and limited amount of memorabilia for sale. Entry is by gold coin with a door prize. Light refreshments available from 10am to 2pm. Giveaways for children accompanied with an adult.
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Boost for Alistair STEPHANIE NAYLOR
ALISTAIR McCooke’s one wish was to be sitting amongst his family at the dinner table on Christmas Day. After chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant, his wish came true. “My daughter Evie was never too worried about the cancer, she just knew I’d be right for Christmas, so getting out of hospital on December 21 was great,” Alistair said. Alistair was diagnosed with a bone cancer called Myeloma after experiencing a bout of broken ribs.
But after the treatment and a bone marrow biopsy, no cancer has been detected, meaning full remission is on the horizon. “It’s the best possible outcome as Myeloma is incurable. My prognosis was good because we found it nice and early, I can thank my active lifestyle for that. I’m also remaining active which I think is helping me feel better,” Alistair said. Although unable to remain on his feet for long or run, Alistair is back swimming. “Although there were sad
HAPPY: Alistair McCooke with daughters Evie and Ruby. days, it’s been a relatively especially partner Tracey, positive experience,” and friends. “I knew I Alistair said. had to remain positive for The Ocean Grover my kids throughout the credits his positive attitude experience, you don’t need and outcome to his family, a better reason or excuse
than that,” he added. An Australian Surf Life Saver of the Year, a finalist in the Australian of the Year ‘Local Hero’ in 2008, a current Australia Day ambassador, and a past UN medico in Iraq and Saudi Arabia are just some of the ways Alistair has given back, before he became ill. “I’m talking to Ambulance Victoria about volunteering and developing the public access and registration of cardiac arrest defibrillators. I’m also looking forward to assisting the Myeloma Foundation,” he added.
Time for a strawberry or two
FUN TIMES: Festivalgoers enjoyed last year's Wallington Strawberry Fair.
WALLINGTON Primary School’s one and only fundraiser is 'berry' close. The 34th annual Wallington Strawberry Fair is promising to be bigger and better than ever. “We are really excited to have secured some great local artists for this year’s fair,” committee member Kerri Wrench said. Artists include locals Guy Perkins, Sarah Carroll and Chris Wilson. Many enquiries from stallholders were made for the celebration. The
old favourites will be there including fresh produce, pony rides and, of course, strawberries. There will be copies of the Bellarine Cuisine cookbook for sale, which is successfully in its third reprint. “The cookbook has been an amazing success, popular with both locals and visitors to the area,” organiser Tracey Frigo said. The event will be held on Sunday March 2 from 10am at 608 Wallington Rd.
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65 years of marriage OCTOGENARIAN Ron Fishenden believes the secret to staying married for 65 years is to never stay angry at your partner for more than an hour. “We’ve never argued much, but we soon forgot about it if we ever did. Loving each other unconditionally has been the key,” 87-year-old Ron explained. Ron and wife Doreen have reached their blue sapphire wedding anniversary, celebrating 65 years of marriage on January 14. “After receiving a letter from the Queen on their 60th wedding anniversary, the Fishenden’s received congratulations from Prime Minister Tony Abbott and wife Margie along with outgoing Governor-General Quentin Bryce and husband Michael and MP David Koch. “Sixty-five years together is a wonderful achievement. It speaks of a rich, strong and enduring bond. We honour this milestone in your life together,” Mr Abbott said in his letter. The Ocean Grove couple met on Doreen’s 18th birthday in Aberdeen, Scotland. “I had missed my bus
Ron and Doreen Fishenden celebrated their blue sapphire wedding anniversary in January. Reporter STEPHANIE NAYLOR spoke with the couple, who received congratulations from as high as the prime minister.
that night and met Ron as he passed me on the street. He stayed and waited with me until the next bus. It just went from there, it was fate,” Doreen said. Ron was in the navy at the time, mine-sweeping the North Sea and Doreen was working in an envelope company. “We married soon after at St Andrews Cathedral in Aberdeen with six inches of snow. We had a white wedding,” Ron said. In 1968 the couple moved to Australia, where they lived in Avondale Heights and purchased a caravan at Wynndean two years later as a holiday destination. “We came out here as ten pound Poms,” Ron chuckled. The duo later made an offer on a house in Aireys Inlet before it burnt down in the Ash Wednesday fires only days later. “We then bought our house here in Aquilae Street where we’ve been ever since we permanently moved to Ocean Grove in 1987,”
Ron said. The couple, both three years off being 90 years old, have enjoyed the past two decades walking along Ocean Grove beach and being members of the Senior Citizens. “Our plans for the future are to try and stay healthy. Ron has a heart condition which doctors refuse to operate on, but we are hoping for the best,” Doreen said.
65 YEARS: Doreen and Ron Fishenden (above); on their wedding day (below left); and a letter of congratulations from the prime minister (below right).
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Voice on holiday in London and Copenhagen Justin Flynn took the Ocean Grove Voice to Big Ben (pictured right) in London on his recent trip to the UK to see his beloved Tottenham Hotspur play at White Hart Lane. He also introduced us to the Little Mermaid in Copenhagen, Denmark (pictured left).
Dachshunds pay a visit to Ocean Grove
A chorus of barking sausage dogs visited Ocean Grove last week when the I Love Dachshunds Melbourne Club made the trip to our town. Over 25 pooches and their owners enjoyed some fish and chips followed by a play at the beach.
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Now for the next challenge... SPONSORS, supporters and members of Ocean Grove Men's Shed saluted a fine job done in fixing up an old gypsy caravan. No sooner had they handed over the lovingly restored trailor and they were already talking about their next project. The caravan was handed over to its owner Ed Corless during a sponsors night at the shed at the end of last month. Ed, a long time supporter of the Men's Shed, told
everyone the story about how he came by the relic. "This project has been quite interesting, and started in a strange way. "Thirty five years ago a man asked me to look after it. I've never seen him again. "It has been beautifully restored and will be going out the front of Wallington's WRG." Men's Shed member and project manger Doug House has led the restoration work. "It's been a fantastic
journey doing it. We have really enjoyed restoring that caravan for you." During the sponsors' evening at the shed, members of the shed put on a barbecue dinner and refreshments as well as giving their guests a guided tour. The Ocean Grove and District Men's Shed is at 17 Smithton Grove in iGrove Business Park, off Grubb Road. For more information contact 5255 2827.
LOVINGLY RESTORED: Doug House with Wyn, Ed and Jason Corless and the gypsy caravan.
Some of the sponsors of the Ocean Grove and District Men's Shed.
Members of Ocean Grove and District Men's Shed.
$30,000-plus raised for couple LAST Saturday more than $30,000 was raised for local couple Mitch and Lauren Trickey. The sold out fundraiser was held at One Day Estate, Curlewis, an event organised by close friends to help cover the cost of medical bills and raise money for the Fight Cancer Foundation. “It was such an awesome day, it was so good to see so many different people, all of our friends, come together, as well as the whole community,” Mitch said. Mitch and Lauren are
donating to the Fight Cancer Foundation as the charity helped house the couple near the hospitals where Mitch was undergoing treatment in Melbourne. “It’s our way to say thank you and it can help other people in need – it’s a great organisation,” Mitch added. “Donations are still coming in. It was an absolutely fantastic day that was had by all,” organiser and friend Kate Greskie said. After Mitch was diagnosed with
Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 2005, he said it has been hard to catch up regularly with friends. “It was especially great to see friends we haven’t seen for so long. It was overwhelming to see how many people were there united for us and helping out,” Mitch said. “A massive thank you to Kate and Anna and all the people that helped with prizes, catering on the day and volunteers and everyone for coming,” Mitch added. Mitch and Lauren Trickey speaking at the fundraiser.
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We are lucky to be in the lucky country AS dozens of kites drifted in the light breeze above Ocean Grove Main Beach on Australia Day, one kite was soaring almost twice as high. On the other end of the twine was someone with a different Australia Day story to tell. Rahmat Haidari has been in Australia just over a year. He had fled Afghanistan fearing he would be killed for being the wrong religion. He took a big gamble and jumped on a boat that set off from Thailand in utter darkness and huge waves at 1am in the morning. “I thought my life would end,� he said. Rahmat was taken to Christmas Island after enduring a horrifying five days crammed on a boat with 70 asylum seekers. There was no food or water and most of the people were unable to walk for three days after being packed together for so long. Rahmat, who is just 20, is currently living with a host who has a home in Ascot Vale and a summer house in Ocean Grove. His gratitude is obvious and his enthusiasm for learning, especially the English language, is overwhelming. He is optimistic that he will be allowed to stay here and enjoy a safe life, away from the threat of being killed by the Taliban, the very same people who took the life of his father. Seeing Rahmat standing there in the sunshine flying a kite on Australia Day, seemingly without a care in the world, was enough in itself. The fact that his was almost twice as high was pretty symbolic.
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Australia Day LEFT: Rahmat Haidari enjoys the freedom of flying a kite.
BELOW: Family fun, Michelle, Ruby and Russell Boyd make kite flying a family affair.
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in Grove A PERFECT beach and kite flying day combined to make Australia Day Ocean Grove a big hit. As with the last five years, Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club has offered youngsters the chance to make and fly their own kites a on the grassy hill or the beach.
Dozens took up the chance, all getting a little assistance from the Lions volunteers in making them and then their parents and friends in flying them. Judging by the looks on faces the parents were having just about as much fun as their youngsters.
THREE-year-old Kai has got the hang of this.
Youth drop in starts again this Friday
LIONS Club volunteers helping the youngsters make their free kites.
SEVEN-year-old Lana does her best not to take the photographer out with her
kite.
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THERE'S no need to say you're bored on a Friday night. The drop in for youth will be up and running again this Friday after the Christmas break. The program has been running since January 2000 to cater for the needs of young people residing on the Bellarine Peninsula for young people in Grade 6 to Year 12 and is facilitated by qualified youth and social workers. The participants are involved in every aspect of the program including deciding on activities, camps, meals and workshops. Drop in is available every Friday night during school terms from 6pm to 9pm (excepting excursions when we may be a little later) and costs between $5 and $20 depending on the activity. It's a nonthreatening fun environment. The centre even offers a bus service for young people residing in Drysdale, Clifton Springs and Portarlington at a small cost so that they can attend the program. For more details conctact Nicki Dunne on 5255 4294.
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HOME STRAIGHT: with the swim completed the nippers run back up the beach.
NO FEAR: Nippers dash out into the breakers, under the watchful eye of senior club members.
GET SET, GO: nippers get their starting orders during the mini carnival. This drill was a sprint out to a points in the surf and then a sprint back up the beach.
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Park pres reassures
LET'S GO: Ocean Grove's nippers enjoyed a mini carnival at Main Beach on Saturday.
Nippers put through their paces for grading OCEAN GROVE Surf Life Saving Club put its nippers through their paces on Saturday. The club champs were held as a mini-carnival where nippers compete against their clubmates, which helps determine team selections for the state championships and the age group 'nipper of the year' awards, which are announced at the club's presentation day in late March. Perfect summer conditions greeted the nippers on Saturday morning.
Continued from page 1 It has been drawn up as part of a plan that will pass ownership to the City of Greater Geelong, but will ensure that it remains a park for passive recreation and community activities – in perpetuity. The draft was submitted to council in midDecember and it is expected to be reporting back within weeks. Currently the only thing that prevents a development is the planning scheme – but this can be challenged - and the fact that the Trust for Nature own it, which has a fairly tight say on what goes there. “Curently there is nothing like it (the covenant being drawn up) at the moment. The protection we hope to put in place is far greater than currently exists.
Mr Atkins rejected claims that the park was in danger. “It is totally erroneous. We reject any suggestion that this park would be sub-divided or developed in any way. “The park was saved in 1999. There is no risk to it at all. "Those of us who have worked hard for 18 years would not allow it.” Asked if he would lie in front of a bulldozer, Mr Atkins said: “Yes, just about. I have always said, ‘over my dead body’. “We have done this (drawn up a protective covenant) because we believe in it fervently.” “We anticipate a response from council as to the content of the covenant within the next two weeks. Within a month we will have an information meeting for members to only raise any issues.”
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Discover the Leura ambience Take to the sky GEELONG HELICOPTERS operates daily from the Geelong Waterfront on the Yarra Street Pier and also by appointment from Barwon Heads Airport, providing a professional, safe and value-for-money helicopter service specialising in scenic flights, private charter, aerial photography and tours. Whether you live in Geelong, travelling down for the day or are passing through, a helicopter ride is a
guaranteed way to make your trip even more memorable. Let Geelong Helicopters show you Corio Bay, Geelong CBD, Barwon River, the famous Bells Beach and Torquay, the Gate way to the Great Ocean Road from a view not seen by all. Once you've experienced vertical flight you'll understand why everyone loves the feeling of flying in a helicopter.
IF YOU haven’t yet been to Leura Park Estate, it’s definitely time to discover what you’re missing out on! With a mighty reputation for award-winning wines as well as a delicious line up of stunning gourmet stone based pizzas and platters, this is the place to be for a lovely, relaxed afternoon with friends and family on the Bellarine. Instant cheer and relaxation is assured as you step into the rustic chic ambience of the cellar door and the recently opened POD (aka Opera House!), with its quirky curved concrete and steel formation, has quickly gained a reputation as one of the most striking buildings on the peninsula. Live music on Sundays from the '60s, '70s and '80s – all year round, a glass or bottle of your favourite Leura Park wine coupled with a signature al fresco platter and your experience is complete. (In addition to the lineup of premium wines to taste, here’s a tip for sparkling lovers – make sure you sample the Sparkling Blanc de Blanc – it’s just taken out the trophy as the best sparkling in the land at the recent Australian Sparkling Wine Show!) Leura Park Estate is located at 1400 Portarlington Rd, Curlewis. Phone 5253 3180. Bookings highly recommended to avoid disappointment. www.leuraparkestate.com.au
Treat in store at Ivy Hair WHAT a fun way to spend a day on the Bellarine! Head down to the Queenscliff Wharf, and you will find a great little hairdressing salon, Ivy Creations, that will pamper you and make you feel beautiful! Specialising in ladies, men’s and children’s hair design, Bec and her staff will have you looking great in no time! With a complimentary drinks menu, Ivy Creations' attention to detail will want you coming back for more.
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Two-car crash on Grubb Road A WOMAN was taken to hospital after a two-car collision on Grubb Road last week. The woman’s car was travelling north along the road between Ocean Grove and the Bellarine Highway when the small hatchback she was driving was in a collision with a Nissan ute.
The front of the woman’s car was severely damaged while there was only minor damage to the tow bar on the ute. The woman was taken to hospital but her injuries were not believed to be serious. The accident happened between 5pm and 5.30pm on Wednesday.
The importance of pets STEPHANIE NAYLOR
WALLINGTON mum and pet owner Alicia Kennedy announced to the world when she was five, that she would be a vet. Growing up in Adelaide, where there was no veterinary school, Alicia moved to Perth to follow her dream. “In Perth I met my husband and together we moved to the Bellarine,” Alicia said. After working at Drysdale’s Bellarine Veterinary Practice for many years, Alicia has decided to continue her work, but with a twist. She will combine her love of animals with her passion for elderly people. “I’ve developed Cherished Pets which is based on the human-animal bond through all life stages,” Alicia said.
CARE: Alicia Kennedy with Mr Walters and Tessie. Dr Kennedy’s idea has developed from years living and working in the Ocean Grove and Bellarine community, an area home
to a large demographic of retirees. “The importance of pets in the lives of elderly folk, particularly those who live
alone, is profound and well recognised,” Alicia said. Although not a new concept, it's a first for Ocean Grove. “A lot of elderly people have pets and are their reason for living,” she said “One of my favorite stories is that of a 95-year-old client I met in Drysdale, we started having cups of tea after I euthanased her beloved cat, and got to know her very well. Since recently moving from independent to lowcare living she was very worried about keeping her other cat. Cherished Pets helped work together with the client and the retirement home to make it possible for the cat to remain with the owner,” Alicia added. Alicia has seen how this process helps elderly pet owners immensely and gives them peace of mind.
“I’ve heard of stories where elderly clients won’t tell their families or doctor they’re ill because they’re so worried about what will happen to their pets whilst they’re in hospital,” Alicia explained. In some way like a petrelationship support service, Alicia wants to encourage Cherished Pets to all ages within the community, where kids and families can volunteer to walk a dog of an elderly person, for example. “I see my role here is to facilitate the discussion and raise awareness of the importance we play as pet loving members in our community, to provide support to elderly folk who live alone with a pet. It can be as simple as connecting next door neighbours,” Alicia said. For more information visit www.cherishedpetsvet. com.au or call 0439-094379.
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Once a Grubber
Once A Grubber… In this four part series, former Ocean Grove resident, Rod McLure, looks back on how Ocean Grove has been a continuous thread throughout his life. Part Two, Dandy's Beach.
WE CALLED it Dandy’s Beach. It was a little section of the coast, just to the west of the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club where, behind the sand-dunes, a number of families came each year on holiday. Tents were erected amongst the scrub and there was a short walk to a red-and-grey brick toilet block, which may also have housed a couple of cold showers. I spent a number of Christmas holidays here with my best friend Howard and his mum and dad, Bert and Muriel (better known as Moo) Dandy. They were good times. I seem to recall that the Dandy’s had some kind of permanent structure-hut which saved the struggle of putting up and taking down the tent each year. Mr Dandy (also called Berger Bert because he worked for a paint and decorating business in Geelong) was known by
all the campers and much loved by the kids. Each morning – the time would vary, depending on what hour Bert got up and had his breakfast – he would emerge from his tent, cricket bat in hand, and stride purposefully down the sandy track, through the sand dunes and onto the beach. The view Bert enjoyed was something to behold. Straight ahead lay an expanse of ocean stretching all the way to the horizon. Kilometres to the left was the Point Lonsdale lighthouse, and to the right, the Bluff at Barwon Heads. All that was missing from this epic scene was the soundtrack from 2001: A Space Odyssey. Word would soon spread that Mr Dandy was on the beach, and out would come the kids for the morning’s game of cricket (or, if the tide happened to be in, the game would be postponed until the arvo). There were big hits,
Mr Dandy on the beach at Ocean Grove.
Mr Dandy (Berger Bert), second from right with a group of friends and relatives in 'the hut' at Dandy’s Beach. spectacular misses, dubious appeals and fantastic catches taken diving into the waves. After the cricket, there was always plenty to eat and drink at the Dandy’s – Muriel saw to that. She was a woman who always made you feel welcome. I can’t recall ever having seen Howard’s mum angry. Even one time – after Howard and I returned from an under 15 footy trip smelling of cigarette smoke – Mrs. Dandy had trouble keeping a straight face as she gave Howard a telling-off. Sometimes, Muriel’s sister Rene would come to Ocean Grove for a visit. Rene lived in Collins St, Bert and Muriel Dandy outside 'the hut' at Dandy’s Melbourne, in a flat on top Beach, Ocean Grove. of an insurance building. I Ave. (The Gilbert’s and sipping their Porphery Pearl and laughing their think she was employed as Dandy’s were cousins). Howard tells me he can legs off as they watched a caretaker/cleaner. Howard and I had some even remember Jack and the Saturday night trots interesting holidays there, Audrey making their own and the Penthouse Club, too. (I remember getting bricks to build their home. hosted by Bill Collins. Back then, Howard said At the end of the night, into a little bit of bother for once sneaking off to a he wondered why they Mr D would drive us seedy little picture theatre wanted to live in “the back to the camp, where to see the then taboo film, back blocks” which he Howard and I would remembers as being over- crawl into bed and fall Lolita). run by bullants. asleep to the sounds But that’s another story. Even now I can see Moo of the thundering surf When Rene came to Ocean Grove for visit, and Rene – who were intermixed with Berger thunderous Saturday night would see both a bit on the short and Bert’s us drop in on Audrey and cuddly side – sitting on snoring…and no doubt Jack Gilbert who lived the Glibert’s couch, feet dream of the next day’s (and still do) in President’s barely touching the floor, game of beach cricket.
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Shakespeare in the Vines VALENTINE’S DAY 2014 is shaping up to be one of mystical enchantment as Leura Park Estate together with Essential Theatre present Shakespeare’s classic romantic comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Two performances will be staged – Friday 14 (Valentine’s Day) and Saturday 15 February 2013. Doors open at 5pm with the performance commencing at 7pm on both nights. Tickets are available only via GPAC and cost $45. A Midsummer Night's Dream is undoubtedly one of Shakespeare’s most popular and loved romantic comedies. It is famous throughout time for its romance, magic and mayhem. Director of Leura Park Estate, Lyndsay Sharp said after hosting soldout Shakespeare in the Vines events in 2011, 2012 and 2013, the vineyard was delighted to present such a
fabulous concept over two nights. “This year we will again be staging the performance within the barrel shed and winery enclave which ensures weather protection for patrons whilst featuring a terrific working winery ambience amidst a backdrop of majestic cypress trees and undulating paddocks,” Mrs Sharp said. “There will be a range of onsite food options
on the nights to suit all budgets and tastes. Wine, beer and cider will also be available for purchase before and after the performance. “Post-perfor mance, there will be live music until late on both nights where guests get to meet and mingle with the cast – it’s definitely shaping up to be a magical couple of nights.” Essential Theatre has been entertaining Australian crowds with
the wonderful words of Shakespeare for the past eleven years. They are excited to celebrate their 12th year in 2014 with this much loved production, offering audiences a clever and entertaining interpretation of this engaging script. Tickets are now on sale and only available via GPAC – 5225 1200, 50 Little Malop Street, Geelong or www.gpac. org.au. Leura Park
Estate is located at 1400 Portarlington Road, Curlewis. Or see www. leuraparkestate.com.au.
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with Krystal Barton, 24, from Ocean Grove, Barista at Elvis Parsley & Grapeland •Favourite local building/architecture? The Arcade. Memories of shops that were there when I was younger. •Most relaxing night out? Malteser Moonlight Cinema in Melbourne. Love chilling out in the gardens watching a movie. •Your ideal breakfast or lunch spot? Grow Naturally in Point Lonsdale. Corn fritters and coffee for brekky – OMG! Yum! •Best Ocean Grove pizza? Searly Special from Ocean Grove Pizza and Pasta – flavours are delicious. •Favourite local shop? Elvis Parsley & Grapeland. I love all of the small gourmet grocery products to use when I cook. Oh, and the juices and smoothies. •What book or magazine are you currently reading?
Falling in Honey – inspiration for my trip to Greece. •Favourite music to play at work? A bit of dance or electronic is fun. •What is your own coffee order? Either a soy latte or a mug of cappuccino. •Favourite coffee to make? Why? I love making lattes or affrogatos. It brings out my creative side.
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New venue, but still serving great steaks PARKERS STEAKHOUSE is continuing its tradition of serving great steaks with its newly opened restaurant in Drysdale. Having converted the old Drysdale Medical Centre into a beautiful steakhouse, incorporating some of the charm of Geelong into the new establishment. Varnished timbers and corrugated iron, polished timber floors and splashes of warm, earthy paint colours help to create the feeling of being in the middle of the Australian Outback but with a touch of class. At Parkers, meat is taken seriously. All the steak is yielded from prime Australian pasture-fed beef, dryaged for 28 days at strictly controlled temperatures to maximise tenderness and enhance flavour. With eight different cuts, offered in various sizes to choose from there is a steak for every meat lover but don’t worry if beef isn’t your thing as there is chicken breast, grilled Atlantic salmon, lamb mignons, the house specialty of pork spare ribs that the meat virtually falls of the bone and even a vegetarian meal. Parkers have been certified to sell Certified Australian Angus Beef with a 400g porterhouse and a 300g eye fillet available on the menu. All meals are lightly flavoured with ‘Parkers baste' while on the purpose-built char grill. A selection of entrees, salads and side dishes are available as well as a seperate dessert menu – all prepared home-style on the premises. An extensive wine list is available with more than 35 reds and white with half being local wines. Parkers Steakhouse has introduced quality controls and consistency standards that are at the forefront of the hospitality industry. Management has been diligent in its research and development in order to make the Parkers experience a unique and most importantly – a memorable one. For bookings call 5251 5551.
Parkers Steakhouse has moved, but still serves delicious steaks and other mains.
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• Piping Hot Chicken Shop - February 14 Lloyd Speigel - February 21 Jeff Lang - February 28 The Beez • Barwon Heads Hotel - Wednesday Trivia Night 7:30pm - Thursday Master of Darkness 8.30pm - Friday Happy Hour 5-7pm raffle live music - Open mic for youth show under 21's every second month on a Sunday 3pm-5.30pm. More info contact Jill Meehan 0431 606 476. • Ocean Grove Hotel - Saturday Night Live at The Ocean Grove Hotel Saturday from 9pm. • Pototo Shed, Drysdale - February 22 Class Clowns • Springdale Community Centre Hall - Making waves music/ poetry arvo every third Sun of every month 2pm - 5.30pm • Ocean Grove Bowling
Club - February 8 Matt Orchard - February 15 Kenny Miller - February 22 Rachael Brennan
- Open weekends and public holidays 11am 5pm new release wines, gourmet platters and classic car displays Ph: 5250 5760
markets & fairs
• Ocean Grove Recreation Hall, Ocean Grove Calisthenics classes incorporating dance, song, ballet and gymnastics with strength and creativity Ph: 0438 055 679 • Senior Citizens Hall Ocean Grove - Monday 9.15am gentle exercises to music for 55plus, 10.15am gentle exercises to music for 65plus contact Marg on 52 551 335 - Thursday 1pm Craft Group • Uniting Church Hall Ocean Grove - Wednesdays 9am Volleyball, 9.30am exercises to music for all ages contact Marg on 5255 1335 • Queenscliff RSL Hall - Mondays 1.30pm
• Parkes Hall Newcombe Street Portarlington - February 23 Portarlington Community Market 9am to 2pm • Kingston Park Ocean Grove - March 2 Ocean Grove Market 9am-1pm • Buy Bellarine Produce Barn - Tuckerberry Farm Saturdays and Sundays 9am-3pm
food/wine
• Leura Park Estate Sundays 12.30pm – 4.30pm Live music, sensational food and wines available Ph: 5253 3180 • McGlashan’s Wallington Estate Swan Bay Road Wallington
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exercises using chairs for all ages contact Marg on 5255 1335 • Marcus Hill Hall cnr Banks Road and Bellarine Highway - Tuesdays 7.45pm – 10pm Ocean Grove Scottish Country Dance Ph: 5251 3393 • Senior Citizens Hall Ocean Grove - Mondays 7-8.30pm and Wednesdays 1-3pm Line Dancing Ph: 0413 690597 • Barwon Heads Community Hall Yoga and dance with Tara Lynch classes for all ages and abilities Ph: 0435 481 920 • Scout Hall, The Avenue Ocean Grove - Wednesday 7pm 1st/2nd Ocean Grove Scout Group Clubs Meet Enquiries Ph: 0422 700951 • Yoga classes in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads: Beginners, Hatha, Vinyas and Svaroopa Yoga Ph: 0413 955 331 or email
Kerryn@bluewateryoga. org.au
reading & writing
• Ocean Grove Library – corner Presidents Avenue and The Avenue. - Wednesdays 10.30am – Toddlertime - Thursdays 11.30am Babytime - Nursery Verses - Fridays 10.30am Preschool Storytime. - First Wednesday of the month 4pm-5pm Chatterbooks junior book club for kids aged 8-12 - Third Tuesday of each month 2.30pm-3.30pm Book chat for adults. All welcome.www. geelonglibraries.vic.gov. au
family fun
• Outdoor Cinema, Ocean Grove Park, February 8, surf movie Drift from 7pm. • Koombahla Equestrian Park - Tuesday to Friday After school riding programs
special school holiday courses available Ph: 52 562 742. • Bellarine Church of Christ Hall 17 Tareeda Way Ocean Grove - Saturdays 10-11am Tuesdays 7.30- 8.30pm Ocean Grove Toy Library Borrow a range of toys for children aged six months to six years, open to all families on the Bellarine www. oceangrovetoylibrary. org.au • Uniting Church Ocean Grove - Friday 10am-noon Ocean Grove Play Group Any children 5yrs and under welcome to join a friendly play group large indoor and outdoor area, lots of toys, great craft activities, music and story time contact Chelsea Cole at oceangroveplaygroup@ gmail.com classes & exhibtions • Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre Program with a range
of courses, classes and fun activities Ph: 52 554 294
classes & exhibtions
• Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre Check our program with a range of courses, classes and fun activities Ph: 52 554 294
health & wellbeing
• The Zebra Bar Ocean Grove 1/85 The Terrace Last Friday of every month 1pm-3pm Breast Cancer Support Group (lunch and nibbles). Details Julie Rodger 0435 362 573 or julesrodg@gmail. com.
What’s On phone: 5255 3233 or email: journo@ oceangrovevoice. com
Clubs meet Mondays Ocean Grove Bridge Club, 1pm, Marcus Hill Hall, Bellarine Highway end of Banks Road. Also Wednesdays and Fridays 1pm. Phone Marg 5256 2550. Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 7-9pm. (juniors/seniors) at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone 5255 1641. Ocean Grove & District Men’s Shed - Mon, Tue and Fri: 9am to 3pm, and Wed 9am to 12pm, 17 Smithton Grove. Phone Ted Price 5255 2595. Jujitsu, 6.30pm – juniors; 7.30pm – adults, Surfside Centre, Phone Steve 0438 019 991. First Monday of every month Bellarine Fly Fishing Association, 7.30pm, Shannon Park, Shannon Avenue, Newtown. Phone Pat on 0414 959248 or Bruce on 0407 361319 or email bffa@hotmail.com. Legacy Laurel Group of Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads, 2pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Draper St. Details 5251 2268 or 51542873. Third Monday of every month Ocean Grove RSL, 2.30pm, Club Grove. Committee meets at 1.30pm, The Terrace. Ocean Grove Garden Club, 1.30pm, Uniting Church Hall, Eggleston Street. Phone Margaret 5255 2848. Bellarine Fly Fishing Association, 7.30pm, Shannon Park, Shannon Avenue, Newtown. Phone Pat on 0414 959248 or Bruce on 0407 361319 or email bffa@hotmail.com. Fourth Monday of every month Combined Probus Club of Ocean Grove, 10am, Ocean Grove Golf Club. Friendship is our theme. Phone Marianne Rogan on 5256 1619. Tuesdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 10am to noon (adults only) at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone John 5256 2489 or Chris 5256 1996. Bellarine T.O.W.N., 5.30pm, Uniting Church Hall, Eggleston Street. Phone Doreen on 5255 2856. Ocean Grove Senior Citizens Club, The Terrace Tuesday 1pm. Also Thursday and Friday 1.30pm. Phone Dianne on 5255 2996 Rotary Club of Ocean Grove, 6pm, Club Grove. Phone 0457 315 900. Barwon Heads Chorale 7.30pm at the Anglican Church Barwon Heads. All abilities welcome to come along for a sing and a laugh. Phone Jo 5254 2670. First Tuesday of every month Ocean Grove Men’s Probus, 10am to noon, Ocean Grove Hotel, Collendina. Guest speakers, make friends. Visitors welcome. Phone Terry 5255 5587. First and Third Tuesday of every month Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club, 7pm, Moorfield Park, Grubb Road. New Lions most welcome. Phone 0418 524 873.
Wednesdays Ocean Grove & District Men’s Shed, 9am to 1pm, 17 Smithton Grove. Phone Ernie 0421 703 368. Jujitsu, 6.30pm – juniors; 7.30pm – adults, Surfside Centre, Phone Steve 0438 019 991. First Wednesday of every month Bellarine Business Women. From 7pm, Suma Park Winery, Bellarine Highway. For details contact info@bellarinebusinesswomen.com.au or 0412 199 467 Second Wednesday of every month Parkinson’s Self Help Support Group, 1.30pm, Grove Centre (next to library), Presidents Avenue. Phone Pam 5255 5152 Third Wednesday of every month Ocean Grove on Barwon Probus Club, 9.45am, St Peter’s Church Hall. Fourth Wednesday of every month Ocean Grove Angling Club, 7.30pm, Minerva Close sporting oval club house. Phone Peter 0419 782629 Last Wednesday of every month Cancer Support Group, 10am, Community Health Centre. Fourth Wednesday of every month Ocean Grove Stamp Club, 10am, Senior Citizens Hall, 101 The Terrace. Phone Dianne 5255 1372. Thursdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 10am to noon at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone John 5256 2489 or Chris 5256 1996. First Thursday of every month Ocean Grove Nightlights CWA, 7.30pm, Senior Citizens Hall. Visitors welcome. Phone Faye 5255 4430. Second Thursday of every month Prostate Support Group-Bellarine meets at Ocean Grove Community Health Centre at 1.30pm. Contact John Lee on 5221 8862 for details. Fourth Friday of every month Ocean Grove 4 Villages Mixed Probus Club, 10.30am, Club Grove. Meet new friends, visitors welcome, no waiting list for membership. Phone 5256 1671. Saturdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 3-5pm, Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Phone John 5256 2489 or Chris 5256 1996. Coasters Social group. Social events for people of working age. Dining out, movies, trivia, bands/ trivia nights. www.groupspaces.com/coasters-social-group or phone 0411 952 598.
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Thousands raised by OG Rotary
OVER the last three years Rotary Ocean Grove through the Art Show Committee has donated in excess of $37,000 to local charities. Sponsors were recognised at a dinner at the Ocean Grove Bowling Club and the major recipients, the Disabled Surfers Association and Riding Develops Abilities each received a cheque for $5000. Sue Ellis, whose 41-year-old daughter, participates in the surfing program told the audience what it meant to her and her family to be able to enjoy the sport she loves. As a child she enjoyed beach holidays with her family, it was easy to
help her to the waves when she was small but now as an adult she requires assistance of the specially designed wheelchairs and volunteers to help her into the water and on to a surf board. “The joy and freedom surfing gives her is unbelievable” Sue said. “Over the past four years the DSAOG family has grown, 646 participants have surfed with us and we have over 500 volunteers on our mailing list. To add to this we are lucky to have the support of the local community as well as businesses and other community groups like Rotary,” said Mark Beshara as he accepted a cheque
Mark and Julie Beshara from the Disabled Surfers Association receiving a cheque from Rotary president Gordon King.
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for $5000 on behalf of the Disabled Surfers Association. Joanne Antonelli whose teenage son participates in the Riding Develops Abilities program, spoke of the difference it has made to her son. “Born with cerebral palsy Mathew could not even sit up when he first was helped up on to his horse, but over the months through determination and love for his horse, Mathew can now hold himself up and look over his horse's head. He just loves his days at RDA; it has added a positive dimension and a huge difference to his outlook on life.” Joanne said. RDA president
Sponsor Jan Wynn, Wynndean Holiday Resort, receiving a certificate of appreciation from president Gordon King.
RDA President Michael Kiery and Mrs Genni Briese accept a Cheque for $5000 from Gordon King.
Michael Kiery and Mrs Genni Briese thanked the club for their sponsorship of $5000. Because of generous community donations and the work of the volunteers RDA can offer the program free to its participants. The art show committee must be congratulated on their hard work. Artists benefit, through prizes, sponsorship and a venue to sell their work and the disabled in our community benefit through the opportunity to develop their abilities and enjoy activities that many of us take for granted. Margaret Campbell
Sue Ellis, mother of a disabled surfer and Joanne Antonelli, mother of a RDA participant, receive a gift from Hans Frankin.
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Serendipity on The Terrace
SERENDIPITY: Dillon, Leesa and Hayden Wickham. NEW Ocean Grove business form, we source our yoghurt Serendipity D’Lites wants in a fresh form, it’s a healthy nothing more than to product. Our ice cream and compliment the other stores milkshakes are also gluten free – we are staying health along The Terrace. Leesa Wickham and her conscious,” owner Leesa said. family recently opened the A true family affair, Leesa store, specialising in frozen and her husband, with the yoghurt, ice cream, milkshakes help of her brother, builder and in the coming months, Paul Donald from Ocean baked potatoes. Grove, constructed the shop “I lost 109 kilograms and this themselves. The Wickham’s business was my reward. We eldest son, Nicholas, an don’t use yogurt in powder electrician, fitted all the lights
and other son Hayden, an IT student, has made the website. “We chose Ocean Grove because it’s a great community, well suited for the business and not treading on other people's toes as it’s the only frozen yoghurt,” Leesa added. Leesa has only employed local kids, vowing not to advertise elsewhere. For more information, visit www.serendipitydlites.com. au.
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Plover chicks survive January IT'S BEEN a very hot and dry January, and the highlight has been the survival of the hooded plover chicks on the Collendina and Ocean Grove beaches. You beauty! I have been to Bermagui, on the NSW south coast, where I spent a few days marvelling at whitebellied sea eagles. I've never seen a sea eagle around the Bellarine Peninsula, but plenty of people have, so I look forward to the day where I don't have to travel 600km to see one! They are just magnificent creatures. A bird I have seen a lot of around here this summer has been the sharp-tailed sandpiper (also known as a sharpie). I have seen sharp-tailed sandpipers at the boat ramp in Ocean Grove, and at Lake Victoria in Point Lonsdale. Sharpies are medium sized (24cm) waders or shorebirds. They have a straight black bill, a rufous crown and nape, a white eyebrow, and reddish brown
upperparts. The rump and tail are black, and the breast and flanks are white. They have olive coloured legs. The sharp-tailed sandpiper breeds in Siberia in the northern summer months of June, July and August. When the weather cools in the Northern Hemisphere the birds migrate to Australia, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, New Caledonia and New Zealand. Sharp-tailed sandpipers are often seen mingling with other waders. I have seen them with the bigger and majestic bar-tailed godwits in the Barwon River Estuary. Sometimes it is hard to differentiate between the sharp-tailed sandpiper, pectoral sandpiper, and long-toed stint, as they all have similar markings. The stints are smaller however, and the sharp-tailed sandpipers have a distinctive rufous crown, as can be seen in the photo. There will be another barbaric duck-shooting season starting in March.
A sharp-tailed sandpiper.
Animals Australia has a petition on its website at www.animalsaustralia. org/take_action/duckshooting/ and it would be fabulous if anyone interested can take the time to sign it. We have Lake Connewarre on
our doorstep, which is a wetland of international significance but is also paradoxically and unfortunately seen as a game reserve. Information on trying to prevent duck shooting can also be found on
the Coalition Against Duck Shooting website and on facebook there is a Barwon Anti-Duck Shooting (BADS) page. Jen Carr
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Ocean Grove players have begun 2014 pre-season training.
OCEAN GROVE playing coach Shane Jack has defended the club’s decision to recommence pre-season training in the new year at a later date. While other Bellarine Football League clubs like Drysdale, last season’s BFL runners-up, began pre-season training on January 13, the Grubbers only hit the training track for the first time in 2014 last week on January 29. He said the later date was due to a "heavier preseason workload" prior to Christmas, compared to previous seasons. “We had a fairly rigorous
pre-season (in December in 2013) and we probably started a week earlier than the year before when I started coaching here at Ocean Grove,” Jack said. “We wanted to get a lot of work into the players before Christmas. “We just thought with the extra break with the (Australia Day public holiday on January 27), coming back on a Wednesday we might miss a couple of sessions, but we have still got six weeks before our first practice match. “It is going to give us enough time to work
on our structures – we arew also going to have a Friday-night running session.” The Grubbers will continue to train on Monday and Wednesday, before the BFL season starts in April. Ocean Grove will play the first of three practice matches with a home game against Avondale Heights on Saturday March 15. The Grubbers will also play at home against Werribee Centrals (March 22) and Albion, in Melbourne, on Saturday March 29.
OCEAN GROVE netball pre-season started in 2014 with some varied fitness sessions under the watchful eye of instructor Anna Vines. From a balmy first night at the courts, to an info session at the clubrooms before fitness testing at Landy Field, continuing on through to Jan Juc beach, to putting the girls through their paces at Balyang Sanctuary. There has also been some pre-season fundraising with the Stand Up Paddle events,
thanks to the volunteers that have helped with the bbq’s in Geelong and Melbourne, their help is invaluable to the season ahead. Thanks also to all the volunteers that helped with the recent successful Sportsperson night especially the club's junior girls – Bridget, Matilda and Maddie who helped serve food to the guests. Save the Date: Music Trivia Night, Friday March 21 at 7pm at the Ocean Grove Cricket/ Football clubrooms.
Mark Heenan reports that coach is unconcerned about later resumption of pre-season training
TOUGH: The Grubbers put some kilometres into their legs going into the 2014 season.
New year, new schedule for netballers
Grubbers netballers took time from training for a group photo.
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Retro Classic fun on Oz Day
THE FINAL CROWD: Thirteenth Beach Boardriders annual Retro Classic was a huge success on Australia Day. Picture: JOSH WOOD/JAMES JACOBI THIRTEENTH Beach Boardriders annual Australia Day Retro Classic was held in quality waves at the club’s marquee wave, Beacon. Over 50 competitors were greeted with six hours of low tide, overhead sets, light winds and all-time vibes. Nostalgic surf rock set the tone for the day as the crew
reminisced over shapes, designs, outfits and styles of forgotten eras. With an emphasis on style, power and flow, the standout performers from the early rounds included Tom Harrison, Simon Forward and Henry Hutchins, but it was Grant Stringer on his early 1980s twin fin that stole
the show. As midday struck and the quarter-finals draw locked in, the traditional BeaconGolfies milk run took centre stage with Robbo claiming victory in rather dubious fashion. He would again taste victory, winning the pre-final doubles sausageeating competition with
partner-in-crime Bronson Field. As the final hit the water the sea breeze had kicked up causing conditions to deteriorate but the good vibes were no less intact. The six man final was all one-way traffic with the New Zealand born McKenzie Bowden single-
finning his way to clear victory in front of Josh Wood, Banjo Harfield, Grant Stringer, Vanda and Henry Hutchins. The calendar remains active with aggregate contest 5 scheduled for Saturday February 8 and the Jim Beam surftag in South Australia March 8-10. Hit the facebook page for details.
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ACCOMMODATION
Barwon Grove Holiday Rentals Bellarine Getaways Portarlington Beach Motel
0412 102145 5255 3130 5259 3801
ACCOUNTING SERVICES Lighthouse Business Services Podium Cloud Solutions Roche Accounting
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AGED CARE
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Able Antenna Service 5253 1680 Kendall Antennas & Communications 0404 019781 Point Lonsdale Television 0411 490430
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BITS IT Services Lighthouse Computers OG Tech SeeCureIT.com
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Sargeants Conveyancing City to Surf Conveyancing Vines Conveyancing
5221 7411 5255 5556 5255 4480
Bellarine Academy of Dance
0418 404543
DANCE CLASSES DELICATESSEN The Olive Pit
5255 1511
DENTAL
5255 4533 5255 4700 5255 2584
Advanced Denture Clinic
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5255 1811 5255 3378 5256 3670
ART CLASSES & GALLERIES
Coastal Dentures Dr Alastair McCallum - dentist
DISABILITY EQUIPMENT
art’s Kool - kids & teens art classes 0437 582772
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5256 3732
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Andersons Auto Care Bellarine Auto Services Drysdale Smash Repairs Ocean Grove Automotive (RACV) Parts 4 Automotive Peninsula Collision Repairs Sheen Panel Service
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Bendigo Bank NAB Westpac
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BEAUTY SALONS
Mermaids Unisex Beauty Salon 5255 5844 Salon Grove 0408 172062 The Smooth Spot 0431 196007
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Glenn Skipper Bricklaying Mark Keirl Bricklaying
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BRIDAL WEAR DESIGNER Isabella Design
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BUILDING DESIGNERS Michael Higgins Building Design
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BUILDERS & NEW HOMES Beechmore Building Solutions Duncan Pascoe Builders Geelong Homes Heyward Constructions Homes by Chapman Hotondo Homes Le Maistre
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CARPENTRY/MAINTENANCE Dream Maker Constructions Mark Pattison Carpentry Moore Carpentry & Bld Maint
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CARPET CLEANING Carpet Cleaners Geelong
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Graham Coates Carpet Cleaning Service 0408 526997
Stanley Steamer Carpet Cleaners 0428 520525
CARPET CLEANING/REPAIRS Kim Brasier’s Carpet Services
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Christine Middleton 0438 861271 Leslie Ridgeway www.lesliecelebrant.com.au Pauline Skeen 0411 286698
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A Touch of Class Remedial Massage 5255 5137 Bellarine Allied Health Group 5256 3642 Bellarine Massage - holistic 0402 655324 5256 2019 Bellarine Podiatry Bellarine Remedial & Sports Massage 0417 331694
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Hopes lifted OCEAN GROVE'S Division 2 side has lifted its hopes of a finals appearance after back to back wins against Geelong West and Geelong Cement. Undefeated so far in 2014 the side is within striking distance of reaching the top four only 13 points the difference. In a tough challenge taking on Geelong West on their own greens, the Grovers adapted better than the home side to come away with a gutsy 14 points and overall 95-84 win. Chris Deppeler led his team to a 12-shot win and was supported by a seven-shot margin to Norm Thomas's rink. Against Cement, the game was in the balance at the half way stage. Deppeler along with Andrew Barton, Garry Butler and Trevor Turnley led the fightback with their 29-18 rink win. Wazza Davis skipped his side to a six-shot margin and Ken Brown led his boys to a 28-20 scoreline. 14 shots was the final result and in the process gaining a much needed 16 points to add to the season's tally. Premier Division bounced back from the disappointment of a six-shot loss to last year's grand finalist Victoria in round 14 with a win at Webbcona. With Victoria making a late run at a final four spot there was a lot at stake. Ocean Grove started well and controlled the game for the majority of the afternoon however Victoria was not done with. With 95 ends of the game complete the Grovers led by a nose but the Vics came back strong and
managed to overrun the locals with a six-shot win. Determined and hungry for the win against Webbcona, Ocean Grove started strong and adapted to the greens well to take the early lead. Ten shots in the game at smoko meant they still had a contest to win. The Grove boys took control of the match in the second half and powered ahead to steamroll the home side and record wins on all rinks. Mick West supported by Michael Allen, Tom Warren and Larry Donohue showed the green was to their liking by recording a big 33-14 win. Ocean Grove skip Paul Cameron and his team of Geoff Fry, Andrew Doyle, and Dale Kett turned around a 13-18 scoreline after 16 ends into a match winning 33-18 rink win after the completion of the scheduled 25 ends. Wins by 11 to Matt Flapper's four and three shots to Craig Hodges put the finishing touches on a terrific performance. Division 3 continue its struggle to find consistent form after suffering consecutive losses to Belmont and Clifton Springs. Keith George has been a man on a mission in Division 4 leading his rink to back to back wins and in the process recording rink wins that have led to overall team wins. Playing away to Geelong West in round 14, George, along with Doug Gorwell, Bob Hunt and Ron Jones, set the tone for an overall result by winning 26-15. Reg
Hungerford chipped in for a crucial three-shot margin which was good enough to offset the narrow losses in the other two rinks. Backing up with a home game to Point Lonsdale which was in third spot the Grovers needed the win to bounce back into the top four. Again it was George along with Doug Gorwell, Andra Kuschert and Harold Curwood who took control to card a 24-17 result. Ron Jones stepped up to skip and it was his three shot margin along with Dave Stonehouse rink draw that proved good enough as we went away winners by two shots and gained 15 points and fourth place. Two away matches for the sixers, Bareena and Inverleigh on their own turf is no easy task. Bareena proved too good on the day and Grove might have been saved by the searing temperature as the match against Inverleigh was abondoned due to heat. Ken Liston, Terry Tinker, Peter Crammond and Skip Phil Lock took the drink vouchers in round 14 with a 2917 win which led the Division 8 side to overall victory against Norlane. Martin Van Doren stepped up to the plate with his team's seven-shot win which enabled the home side to gain 14 points. A mixed bag of results for Division 9 and 11 over the past fortnight with a win and a loss to both sides. A round 14 win to Division 11 against Drysdale was enough to keep them alive for the final top two position
while Division 9 managed to beat Geelong West by taking an overall two-shot win. In Midweek Pennant, there was only one match played in the past fortnight due to heat. The challenge for the Grove girls were rivals Queenscliff in Division 1 in round 13. Unable to get the majority of the match points on this occasion Ocean Grove lost. Side Two continue to fly with a run of good form, Playing at home to Bareena they took control of the match and it was a clean sweep for the home side. Division Four and Five both managed to record solid wins against Geelong Cement and Inverleigh respectively. Division Five got the points in a big win. Division 6 travelled to Clifton Springs and nothing could separate the two, which resulted in a 41-all draw. No joy on this occasion for the eights who were more than competitive in their match against Lara. Eight shots was all that separated the two teams but it was the visitors who took the match points. Six time Ocean Grove Club Champion Michael Allen took on the current title holder of the club's most prestigious event Matt Flapper in this year's final. Fronting up on a green running at a nice 15 seconds the game was assured to be of quality standard. Looking for back to back club championships Flapper was in for a tough match
FINAL: Kim McConville and Val Crumbie after the ladies Club Championship final. against Allen who would be regarded as one, if not the best exponents of leading in the region. Allen managed to hold the ascendancy in the first few ends before Flapper bounced back to hit the front. With brilliant draw shots from both players and a handful of big conversions Flapper led for the rest of the match and won 2520. He will now head for the Champion of Champions at Geelong West on February 9. In the Ladies Club Championship final, Division 1 rink teammates squared off. Kim McConville played off in her first major club championship final against fellow rink mate Val Crumbie. It was Val who would reign supreme, consistent from the start she applied the pressure and never let go, whatever Kim tried Val had an answer for. Ocean Grove crowned a new Club Champion in Val Crumbie who went on to record a 25-12 win.
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Cameron trio together for a special game
Wallington coach walks out to field with his sons for the first time in A grade
LIKE FATHER, LIKE SONS: Darren Cameron with sons Lachie and Taylor.
WALLINGTON Cricket Club coach Darren Cameron had a few extra reasons to smile during the Wallabies A grade round nine clash against Queenscliff on Saturday. It was the first time Cameron and sons Taylor, 16, and Lachie, 14, had played together in an A grade senior match. Although he did not mention anything pregame, Cameron admitted "he got a thrill" to walk out to field with his proud sons on the opening day’s play at Queenscliff on January 18. “I didn’t focus a lot on
it before the game, I just wanted them to enjoy it,” Cameron told the Voice. “I was full of pride and absolutely it was a special moment walking out to the ground with the young whipper snappers.” For the record, Lachie bowled economically on day one with figures of 0/14 from six overs in his second A grade appearance this season. It was Taylor’s first A grade match in 2013/14. He claimed a threewicket haul against Ocean Grove 2 in D grade on Saturday January 18.
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First week back THE FIRST week back to tennis after summer break is always tough with many of the juniors and parents yawning on arrival, especially those with the 8am start. But it was soon buzzing with teams and it didn’t take long to get back into the swing of things. The next few weekends are very busy down at the club with the following important dates. Sunday 9 February – Raquetworks Junior Masters Tournament hosted at Ocean Grove Tennis Club. Registration is essential by dropping into the club on Saturday 8 February. Information is available on the Tennis Geelong website. Sunday 23 February – Junior Club Championships for current junior members. Register by placing your name on the sign up sheet at the club. It’s free entry with sausages and drinks available to buy on the day. Sunday 2 March – Senior Club Championships for current senior members. Register by adding your name to the sign up sheet at the club. There have been some great achievements by club members over the past week with a few of them travelling down the highway to Bacchus Marsh for the Australia Day tournament. Barry Golightly and Nick Vicary won the men’s A grade at this event. Mother and daughter partners Julie
and Stephanie Golightly also went home with trophies. They won the Ladies Doubles. And at a local St Leonard’s Open Tournament, Zane Beazley and Ethan Franks partnered up and came third, winning their families a dinner out! You probably know we have juniors and seniors at Ocean Grove Tennis Club but have you ever wondered what the veterans get up to during the week? They are probably our most active division, playing Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The competitive men start at 8.30am and the rest of them stagger in when they get out bed, anytime up until about 11am. The cost is $3 for the first three visits to try it out. Then if you like it you can pay a membership, and then only pay $1 each day to cover the balls, tea, coffee and biscuits. Some of the events for the veterans include BYO lunches, or sometimes the boys put on the barbecue and open the bar. The second Tuesday of the month there is a dinner and visit to different eating places chosen by the social committee. Thursday some of the boys get together and play golf at OGGC and others just join them for happy hour. Meanwhile the ladies go to coffee at 2pm at Michele’s at Market Place. Some veterans also play in the Club Championships.
Warrnambool tournament winners, Barry's Dropshots. Does this sound like you? If you would like to enquire then pop down to the club Monday, Wednesday or Friday. Here are the results for February 1. There were mixed results with finals only weeks away. Section 2 Girls played at Geelong Lawn and lost 4,30 – 2,23. Anna Williams won her singles and there were a couple of very close sets. Section 5 Boys played were at Jan Juc and won 1,28 – 5,35. Sabastian Bouma, Anthony Wilkens, Harry James and Joel McMahon all played well to secure the win. Section 7 Boys hosted Highton and won 6,36 – 0,13. Che Durran, Nicki McMahon, Zane Beazley and Julian Powell won all sets. Julian came up from a lower section to help this team. Section 8 Mixed played at
nearby Clifton Springs and lost 5,30 – 1,27. The doubles sets were close 6-5, and Tom Mazouris won the only singles for the match. Section 9 Boys hosted Highton White and won 5,34 – 1,23. Ethan Franks, Marcus Halloran-Lavelle, Travis Anderson and Michael Maertzdorf played great tennis. Michael was welcomed back into the team after recovering from injury. Section 10 Girls travelled into Geelong Lawn and lost by just one game. 3,26 – 3,25. Lily Smith starred winning both her singles and doubles. Section 13 Girls played at All Saints and lost 4,28 – 2,26. Alexandra Caldow and Natahsa Miller both had good wins in their singles. Section 14 Boys Red played at home against Centre Court and won 4,31 – 2,24. Jake Fry and Josh Arumets won both their singles and
doubles. Section 14 Boys White travelled Wandana Heights and lost 5,35 – 1,13. Jye Thomas won his singles. Section 15 Boys played at home against Grovedale and lost by just one game 3,30 – 3, 31. In this very close match Harry Copperwaite, Perry Kottek, Scott Campbell and Sunny Levison fought hard to get every game. Section 18 Girls Red travelled to Drysdale and lost 0,17 - 6,36. Saige Campbell came close, losing by just one game 6-5. Section 18 Girls White hosted Moolap at Home and lost 1,16 – 5,34. Sofie Beale and Ruby D’Arcy teamed up to win their doubles set. Section 20 Boys played at Highton and won 0,11 – 6,36. Harry Mullen, Connor Asquith, Josh Miller and Jack James won all sets. Section 22 Girls played at home against Geelong East Uniting and won 5,34 – 1,16. Kiana Harrison-Roberts, Tara Sampson, Lucy Teese and Paige McGurk all won sets on the day. Section 23 Boys had an early start at home against Barwon heads and lost 1,26 – 5,33. Sam Hines won his singles and Lockie Dwyer came close losing just 5-6. Results compiled by Jen Franks. Go to ‘David Franks Tennis Coaching’ facebook page for results, tips and more information.
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Combine goes down to top side
EFFORT: Anthony Berry took 1/14 from six overs for Collendina's D grade side.
Cobras dumped JAN JUC ended Collendina’s slim A grade finals hopes after the Sharks cruised to a comprehensive sixwicket win in their twoday clash on Saturday. Collendina is now anchored in eighth place on the BPCA A grade ladder after nine rounds on 18 points and 12 points adrift of fourth-placed Queenscliff, which is on 30 points. The Sharks set up the win on day one after they dismissed Collendina for only 142 in 68.1 overs. Cobra opener James Rock (24) and teammate Corey Walter (23) both made valuable starts with the bat, but it was Jan Juc’s Michael Klitzing who starred on day one with his figures of 5/29 from 20 overs. Resuming at 0/3 on day two, Jan Juc posted 9/241 from 77 overs. Nic Clarke was the standout batsman for
Jan Juc with 92, while Collendina opening bowling pair Andy Higgins (2/37) and Jye Hearps (2/61) claimed two wickets apiece. Despite the loss, fellow Cobra Corey Walter helped clean up the Sharks’ tail with his figures of 2/3 from two overs. MEANWHILE Jan Juc continued its winning ways in B grade after a rare outright victory against the Cobras in their two-day clash at Collendina. Batting first, Collendina was bowled out for 88 and 157, despite a 95-run fourth wicket partnership stand between Des Every (53) and Alastair Grant (48) in the second dig. In reply, Jan Juc made 6 declared for 108 and 6/144 from 18 overs to claim a comfortable outright win with four overs to spare. IN C Grade, Collendina 1 lost to Jan Juc in their
two-day game at Bellbrae Oval by only one wicket. The Cobras who batted first, made 140 from 45.2 overs, In reply, the Sharks were eventually bowled out for 152 from 71 overs. HUNDREDS from Paul Summers (109) and Russell Hyland (103 not out) helped Barwon Heads to a convincing win over Collendina 2 in their C Grade two-day clash at Barwon Heads. Collendina 2 made 197 from 41.2 overs on day one, in reply Barwon Heads finished on a whopping 6/337 from 75 overs. IN D grade, Collendina fell 15 runs shy of victory in their 40 over per side one-day clash at Bellarine Secondary College’s Ocean Grove campus against Jan Juc. Batting first, Jan Juc made 203 from 39.3 overs, and in reply Collendina was bowled out for 189.
Nick Sanders took 2/5 for Collendina's D grade side. Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY
Collendina/Queenscliff's under 17 Combine travelled to Belmont Common No 2 to take on the rampaging Bannockburn Bulls in a much anticipated one day clash. The Bulls are way out on top of the ladder and their position at the top of the table come finals is almost assured. This would be a big test for the Combine which is fighting for second spot with Marshall. The all important toss was won by the Bulls and they elected to bat. Byron Taylor and Tom Caddy opened the bowling, with Taylor bowling economically without success at one end while Caddy took 2/24 at the other end off a lesseconomical three overs. Thomas Kidd bowled well, taking 2/14 and Samuel Ridgway was the other wicket taker. The Bulls finished at 5/136 after their 28 overs. The Combine needed to go at almost five an over to haul this total in. The start was shaky, the normally reliable Darcy Pearson departed when the score was on 15. All rounder Kidd was good for a quick 20 as Taylor was getting set at the other end, but it was not to be. The Bulls' bowling was too strong and wickets fell at regular intervals around Taylor who made a fine 52 not out. The Cobra/Coutas made it to 105 of 26.2 overs, but not too much to worry about for coach Ash McDonald. The under 15 Combine travelled to South Barwon No 5 for a oneday game against South Barwon for a chance to consolidate its spot in the top four. They didn't disappoint. The Combine won the toss and sent the opposition in. The bowling and fielding was amazing. Rohan Jarvie opened with a maiden, Ryan McNearney took 1/5 off two overs, Josh Sagor took 1/1 and the main destroyers were Darcy Conlan (2/5) and Sam Allen (3/11 off five) and Patrick Whittakers chipped in with 1/6. There were also two run outs to top off a fine performance in the field. South Barwon was all out for 55 off 21 overs. This total was never going to be enough against the Combine. They flew past the total in no time and made it to 4/139 off 30
overs. McNearney (15), Rohan Jarvie (18), Allen (38) and Josh Sagor with a fine 19 were the main contributors in the total which cements the side in the finals. Collendina's D'Arcy under 15s made the trip into the Noble Street Oval to take on St Josephs Davie. The Cobras won the toss and batted. Nathan Pearson and Sam Beasley opened without success. Pearson was caught for one when the score was on three and Beasley was run out for seven when the score was on 11. The reliable Logan Taylor came in at No 3 and was solid with a well made 31 (retired). He made small partnerships with Craig Goodger and Charlie Sprague who were both dismissed cheaply. Enter wicket keeper Max Sutton (31 retired) who combined with Taylor to get the Cobras out of trouble. From 4/30 to 4/137 at the end of the innings, not a bad result. Michael Smith played a big part in this total with his fine 29 not out. The Joeys would need a touch over 4.5 an over to get a win. The Cobras' bowling was once again sensational. The wickets were shared between Riley Kohler (1/18), Pearson (2/2), Ronan Healy (2/10), Craig Goodger (2/10) and Ethan Reeves (1/15). The Cobras restricted the Joeys to 9/89. The Cobras hosted Geelong City Blue in under 13 Royce. Collendina won the toss and sent the opposition in. Cam Egan and Matt Stanic opened the bowling and were good. Neither took a wicket but they restricted the runs with Egan conceding only four runs off his three overs. Fourthchange bowler Kobe Annand took 2 for 13 and Jolyon Simpson was great with 1/16. It took Darcy Pierce who then came on to halt the scoring. He took 3-20. City made 6/138 off 26 overs. Egan and Joseph Nagle got things off to a good start with Egan retiring on 12 and Nagle being bowled for nine. Stanic (11), Rory Monteith (13) and Annand (10), all retired, were the major contributors with the final score off 6/93. Another fighting effort from the under 13s.
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PILING ON THE RUNS: Ocean Grove B grade made 293 in its Battle of the Bridge match against arch rivals Barwon Heads. Pat Kuipers (pictured right) made 29 and plays a ball to the legside while Rohan McCarthy waits for a mistake at slip. Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY
RUNMAKER: Corey Buxton (pictured left) made 66 on day one of the Grubbers' B grade clash against Barwon Heads. Here, he plays a cut shot while Seagulls wicketkeeper Simon Seignior looks for a stumping.
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Maximum points BPCA A grade finals are up for grabs this Saturday when Ocean Grove hosts Barwon Heads in a Battle of the Bridge clash expected to finalise the league’s top four. Fifth-placed Ocean Grove, which is on 28 points, is coming off a stirring outright win against Newcomb, while thirdplaced Barwon Heads, on 30 points, go into the game with a two-week break after a bye in round nine. Ocean Grove coach Lucas Cameron said there was plenty to play for. “Huge incentive for this week,” he told the Voice. Ocean Grove claimed a rare 10 points after its away outright win against Newcomb on Saturday at Erwin Reserve. The visitors were in the box seat after day one when Newcomb was dismissed for 68 in its first innings and left struggling at 1/40 after the key dismissal of Nathan Bissett at stumps in its second dig. “The second innings wicket of Newcomb batsman Nathan Bissett was massive for us as well, he is one player that has proved he can bat for long periods and make big scores,” Cameron said. In reply, Ocean Grove blasted its way to 3 declared for 219 on day one, as
Grubber opener Dean Gills chalked up his third ton for the season with a superb 119. Newcomb, which resumed at 1/40 on day two, lost seven wickets for only 66 runs on the final day. Grove was aided by two Newcomb no-shows who did not bat. The home side was dismissed for 106 in 34.5 overs in its second innings as Ocean Grove won with an innings to spare and 45 runs. Lucas Cameron, who took 10 wickets for the match, was the star with the ball on day one with his amazing figures of 6/26 from 11 overs. Cameron then backed up on day two with 4/19 from 8.5 overs. Strike bowler Dan Roddis provided good support and claimed 2/36 from nine overs on day two. THE Grubbers’ B grade claimed a hard fought 31run victory over Barwon Heads in their two-day clash at Ocean Grove on Saturday. Batting first Ocean Grove made 293 from 70.4 overs with Reece Noble (70) and Corey Buxton (66) the major standouts with the bat. In reply, Barwon Heads was dismissed for 262 in 74.1 overs, Grubber bowler
Thomas Kent did the bulk of the damage with his figures of 6/72 from 21 overs. IN C grade, Ocean Grove claimed a 106-run victory against Newcomb in their two-day game at Erwin Reserve on Saturday. The Grubbers made 197 from 48.5 overs on day one, in reply Newcomb was bowled out for 91 from 35.4 overs on the second day. Skipper Alan Bate ripped through the Newcomb batting line-up with his figures of 5/18 from 11 overs. OCEAN Grove 1 cruised to a 10-wicket win against Queenscliff in its D grade clash at Charles McCarthy Memorial Oval on Saturday. Batting first, Queenscliff compiled for 9/112 from its 40 overs.In reply, Ocean Grove 1 made 0/115 with openers Darren Roddis, 42 not out, and Isaac Saunders, 61 not out. AN unbeaten hundred from Corey Bampfield was not enough for Ocean Grove 2 to claim a win against St Leonards in their D grade one-day clash at Len Trewin Reserve on Saturday. Bampfield retired on 101 in Ocean Grove’s total of 5/169. In reply, St Leonards won by two wickets and with four overs to spare.
MARK HEENAN reports that a remarkable outright win sets up an epic Battle of the Bridge clash next week
FRONT FOOT: Dave Turner made 23 for Ocean Grove in its 31-run win against Barwon Heads in a high-quality B grade encounter.
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Grove is volunteer capital MORE than 120 volunteers and 19 participants were already on the beach at 8.30am for the Disabled Surfers Association event on Sunday. A muggy but promising morning greeted those attending with many new faces joining the ranks.
The DSA gives participants with varying degrees of ability the chance to enjoy a safe surfing experience – an opportunity they may not otherwise have had. As always local club president Mark Beshara gave his customary rallying talk ahead of the event -
thanking numerous local businesses, sponsors and helpers for making the day possible – and then re-iterated the aim of the day – “Let’s put smiles on dials”. The event was the second of three this summer. The next Ocean Grove DSA event is on Sunday March
2 from 8.30am. For more information contact president Mark Beshara on 0431 601760 or secretary Julia Beshara on 0413 925970. Keep in touch by liking and following the facebook page Disabled Surfers Association Ocean Grove.
READY TO ROLL: DSA branch president Mark Beshara briefs the volunteers on Sunday.
B grade Grubbers finals bound
OCEAN GROVE'S B grade cricket side went to the top of the ladder and ensured it will play BPCA finals in March. At the same time, the Grubbers ended arch rivals Barwon Heads' finals chances. Defending 293, Grove won in the 75th over after the Heads were 1-142 at tea before finally being dismissed for a gutsy 262. Spinners Thomas Kent and Lucas Baulch bowled unchanged after tea. In A grade, Grove won outright, but still couldn't break into the top four. It sets up an epic Battle of the Bridge clash against Barwon Heads at home starting next Saturday. The Seagulls are third and Grove is 5th and the winner will probably play finals while the loser will probably miss out. The game starts at 1.30pm this Saturday at Ocean Grove. For a full round-up see Mark Heenan's report on page 51. RUNS: Dave Taylor (pictured left) plays an on-drive during Ocean Grove's B grade clash against Barwon Heads. Picture: LINDSAY KELLEY
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