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Club rises to the challenge OCEAN Grove Golf Club captain Cyril Walsh believes the introduction of their new third hole green is the biggest project the club has undertaken in the last decade. Walsh, a member of the Ocean Grove Golf Club since 1983, remains hopeful the newly developed third hole green will be available for the start of the Men’s Club Championships on Saturday. “In the last ten years this is the biggest challenge we have taken on with the new green,” Walsh said
“The other green needed replacing, it had drainage problems and so forth and it was not big enough. “Apart from the Clubhouse being built, this is up there. The whole place was known as ‘The Royal Tip’ when I joined because it was all re-claimed land and people used to put their rubbish in there and then it was top soiled. “We never had a clubhouse back then
GOOD JOB DONE: vice captain Ray Kidd and Lee Brasier, chairman of greens.
and this is the biggest thing taken on by the club apart from the clubhouse.” The renovated third green was developed by former Australian professional golfer and world renowned golf course architect Bob Shearer. Walsh said while the aim is to have the new green up and ready by the weekend, work on the re-developed green had been an on-going project since February this year at an estimated cost of $30,000. “We are hoping (the new green) is going to be open for the
Championships, we are keeping our fingers crossed,” Walsh said. “Bob Shearer came down and set up the whole structure of the green. “He (Shearer) was really nice and showed interest and we took him all round the course. “We also worked in conjunction with a private contractor and under the supervision of our greens keeper. “And we assessed all of that and that is where we got (Bob) Shearer in and they designed the new green as it is today.” Continued page 3.
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DELIGHTED: Nathan Willams with the Aussie trophies. Ocean Grove’s own Rolling Pin Pies and Pastries are the country’s best pie makers – and that’s official. The bakery has just taken out Australia’s Best Pie Competition with local favorite, the chunky beef pie. The win put Ocean Grove in the spotlight with Australia-wide morning program the Today Show doing a live cross last week with presenter Carl Stefanovic chatting with general manager Nathan Williams about this latest achievement. Further exposure of the business could not have come at a busier time, Nathan explained: “There is definitely added pressure with an already expected busy long weekend.” The National Pie and Pastie Competition ran from Sunday June 2 to Tuesday June 4 at the Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton as part of the Food Service Australia Trade Show. The Rolling Pin entered eight pies and three pasties, also walking away with Best Vegetarian Pastie.
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New York Marathon for Parkinson’s
Surfside Waves Soccer Club recently hosted a schools competition at Shell Road and are generously donating the proceeds of a sausage sizzle held for the New York Marathon for Parkinson’s cause.
OCEAN Grove and Geelong businesses have typically shown their willingness to get behind local causes. As reported in the last edition of the Voice, Alan Barber is planning to run the New York Marathon in November and is raising money and awareness for Parkinson’s along the way. During the last week sponsors have snapped up all ten spaces on his running shirt - raising $2,500 in the process. Alan has a goal of $10,000 in the campaign and getting
quarter of the way there is a massive leap in a week. “Thank you to all of the businesses who have jumped on board, to those that also listened to the request and to those that couldn’t get on board but wanted to,” said Alan. The beneficiary will be Parkinson’s Victoria which works to help those already living with Parkinson’s as well as contributing to the research of a cure. The message is that Parkinson’s is increasing in line with people living longer
but it is not limited to older people. In fact, one in five diagnosed are of working age. A Movies, Music and Movement night featuring Nick and Col, some short films, talks and a silent auction will be held at the Piping Hot Chicken Shop tomorrow (Thursay June 13) from 7pm8.30pm. All welcome. In the next Voice real training begins. To follow the campaign go to facebook.com/ newyorkmarathonforparkinsons.
PD affects young too ONE IN FIVE people diagnosed with Parkinson’s are of working age. Alan Barber writes about two mates who paint the Parkinson’s picture and inspire action. Richard Grimmett diagnosed in his late 40s. Ocean Grove, Australia
Bryn Davies diagnosed in his late 30s. Cornwall, UK I FIRST met Bryn Davies when despatched to do a photo and story on the news that he had been awarded the MBE in the Queen’s New Year Honours. The award was given for his community work which included huge fundraising initiatives for the local kids hospital – amongst other things. Bryn lived in a modest unit above the cliffs in a village near Newquay in the UK. Over the next five years I got to know the burly Welshman, a warrant officer at the nearby Royal Air Force base, as a great news contact, a friend and also as someone who had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. I intenionally state the PD description last because that’s how I view him. That said, Parkinson’s was, and is, full time for Bryn. At the time – some 13 years ago – I remember him telling me about how he would burn the midnight oil trawling for information about treatments and medication and support on the internet simply because it wasn’t available. Bryn took it into his own hands and wrote a booklet on his findings that was snapped up around the world as the only thing available of its kind at the time. But Bryn’s battle goes back well before that. It was mid 1992 when he noticed that his left thumb was uncontrollably shaking. His fears were dismissed by the RAF medic who said: “don’t be so stupid, you’re too young, PD is an old persons disease. Get back to work and stop wasting my time.” Bryn was 36 years old. It took another three years before he was finally diagnosed. And when it came he feared that, if made public, it would make him unemployed, homeless and virtually penniless. He
PROUD: Bryn Davies and his family after getting his MBE. had two daughters both in school - how could he tell them. The answer was simple - he wouldn’t. For the next three years he kept his condition secret and the only people who knew were his wife and boss. By day Bryn stayed very active - but at a price. He suffered horrendous side effects brough on by a drug that was eventually banned in the UK. After four years of concealing the disease, Bryn was eventually sent before a medical board. What surprised him was the speed with which his 27 years of service was terminated. “The doctor said ‘you are unfit for further service, go back to the mess and get into civilian clothing and don’t put a uniform on again’,” Bryn recalled. He went to his office, put all his private possessions in a box, wrote a letter of explanation to the Station Commander, left his cane on the desk and a note saying “GONE FISHING”. Bryn has since been involved in the local branch of the Parkinson’s Disease Society, eventually taking on the role of chairman for seven years, and was presented with the organisation’s highest awards for his efforts. Bryn still has a really good quality of life and while he has mobility problems he has written three novels and an autobiography and had success in photography awards. Bryn honestly believes that one day every person with PD will say “I used to have Parkinson’s disease!”
RICHARD Grimmett shouldn’t need any introduction. He’s a regular on the Main Beach surf dawn patrol in his martini olive kombi, sipping tea at the Olive Pit or kayaking up the Barwon. In his time in Ocean Grove he initiated the Ocean Grove horse race which ran for seven years, was president of Apex and Rotary, organised the Community Picnic and Celebrate ‘58, was a worship leader at Surfside Uniting Church and is a founder member of Ocean Grove Community Enterprise. He’s also a business owner and along with Philip Christian they run Bellarine Memories. Richard, a father of three grown up children, is one of Ocean Grove’s most enthusiastic movers. So being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease at the age of 47 some 18 months ago demonstrates the indiscriminate nature of this disease. “Heather (Richard’s wife) and I were at the hardware store where she noticed that I was having trouble removing my credit card from my wallet,” he recalled, thinking “that’s not such a bad thing.” In another instance they sat at their kitchen bench for breakfast and he said to Heather: “Blueberries are hard to pick up aren’t they”. Heather replied “No they’re not”. These incidents, along with deteriorating handwriting, stooping, shuffling and an unusual gait (possible Parkinson’s indicators) suggested that something was not right and it was Heather, knowing that both Richard’s father, uncle and brother were all diagnosed with Parkinson’s at an early age, who raised the alarm. That said, Parkinson’s is not generally recognised as hereditary so Richard’s family situation is incredibly rare. “There was a period of about 12 months where Heather was watching me very closely
SEIZING THE DAY: Richard Grimmett. knowing that Dad had been diagnosed some 20 years earlier and uncle Michael was diagnosed a little while after him, and then my brother David.” Richard’s father was 55 when he was diagnosed, his brother was 49. “Heather was noticing me walk and noticing that my right arm was not swinging and my left arm was. That’s one of a number of classic symptoms (of Parkinson’s). “It usually affects one side of the body before the other. It can affect gait, balance (which I haven’t had any trouble with), handwriting – your handwriting shrinks. Fine motor skills are affected. I find that doing up buttons and tying a tie takes longer than it used to. A lot of things take a little longer than they used to.” The diagnosis was made by a neurologist in Melbourne who simply asked Richard to walk down a passageway. Richard is still learning about Parkinson’s himself. There are patterns but not all those living with Parkinson’s exhibit the same symptoms. In fact some do not even have the tremors so commonly associated with Parkinson’s. But change is slow and this often gives people around the chance to get used to it. Often those characteristics are deemed personality traits. Richard pretty much accepts Parkinson’s on the surface and continues to learn how it will affect him. “I guess when Heather said ‘I want to talk about this’ that I had to agree that I felt that I was literally slowing down. My handwriting was probably the evident thing at that point. “I pulled files out the draw from two years ago where my handwriting was very neat
and the letters were large and round and I compared them. “I guess it was a feeling of … I wasn’t particularly emotional, I just said to Heather I think you might be right. I said yep let’s go back to the GP. The feeling was just one of acceptance straight away that perhaps this is true. It wasn’t like anger or shock or disbelief, it was just oh, ok. I guess I accepted straight away that this might be the path I’m going down, like Psalm 139 which says my life is already mapped out for me. “As I learn more, and you’ve got to be careful what you see on the internet and all the different sources of information, the challenge will be more acceptance that this is something that I’m going to have to live with. And I will live with it. Although I will change on the outside I am the same person inside and at some point I may need to say though I am staring blankly at a wall behind you I am still with you. I am still listening.” One of Richard’s developing plans is to take on the role of an ambassador with Parkinson’s Victoria. His wide experience as a public speaker combined with his experience as what is described as ‘early onset Parkinson’s’ has motivated him to get involved in awareness raising. “You don’t die from Parkinson’s, you live with it. I plan to become an ambassador for Parkinson’s Victoria and speak to as many people as possible to educate and make people aware of the work of Parkinson’s Victoria and its services and provide opportunities for support,” he said. “Things are slower so consequently I like 40km zones. In fact I create my own 40km zones because I drive a kombi van. “I think I’ve been one to seize the day, every day, before diagnosis. And that hasn’t changed much. Running, surfing, they’re still things I enjoy doing. Running has been hindered a bit by my gait. “It hasn’t changed, it really hasn’t changed things that I do. Perhaps it just takes a little longer to do now.”
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Park Burglars hit local trade Water reopens
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BUSINESSES in Ocean Grove and surrounding areas have experienced a bout of burglaries during the past month. Local hairdresser Kalo, The Olive Pit café and nearby restaurant At The Heads have experienced a total of five break ins when combined. Most recently, At The
Heads were burgled in the early hours on Monday, June 3, and again on the following night. A substantial amount of cash was taken, as well as a set of keys. Restaurant manager Darryl Hill said he was extremely disappointed following the break-ins and said the burglars left a lot of damage.
Employees discovered The Olive Pit had been broken into on the morning of Monday, May 27, while thieves stole more than $10,000 worth of products and cash from Kalo, after a break in on Sunday, April 28 and then Sunday, May 19. These recent incidents have been occurring late at night or in the early hours of the morning
where nearly no local traffic is present. Police are urging anyone who sees any suspicious activity or vehicles to call 000 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. Any information can be forwarded to Detective Senior Constable John Digby at Geelong Police Criminal Investigation Unit.
THE children’s Splash Park in the Bellarine Aquatic and Sports Centre has reopened. The area was closed while upgrades were made to the Centre’s Aquaplay equipment and infrastructure. Upgrades include the addition of an extra waterslide and several structural works. These include new entrance stair rails, bottom bollards and landing mats.
Shirt raises $2.5k
CRUISING CHEFS: Masterchef judges George Calombaris and Matt Preston arrive in Barwon Heads on a rubber ducky escorted by local Ocean Grove life guards.
Famous foodies float into town STEPHANIE NAYLOR HIT television show Masterchef recently filmed an episode at Barwon Heads restaurant At The Heads. Judges George Calombaris, Gary Mehigan and Matt Preston arrived on a rubber ducky escorted by local Ocean Grove life guards, which took 10 goes for crew to film the perfect entrance. The original location for the MasterClass episode was planned for the Mornington Peninsula, but Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club President, Chris Paterson, helped change the producers’ minds. “My wife Sandy is a producer on the show, so after convincing the change, we had a lot of pressure for it to work out,” Chris said. The episode was filmed not only in the restaurant on Wednesday, May 29, but along the beach and throughout Hitchcock
SPONSORSHIP logos on a New York Marathon for Parkinson’s shirt have been snapped up in four days raising $2,500 for Parkinson’s Victoria. Thank you to Bellarine Memories, Coulter Roache, Duncan Pascoe Builders, Michael Higgins Building Design, NAB, Ocean Grove Bowling Club, Ocean Grove Camera and Photo, Ocean Grove Pizza & Pasta, Open2View and WHK. A fund and awareness raising event is on tomorrow (Thursday June 13) at the Piping Hot Chicken Shop from 7pm to 8.30pm. More details page 2.
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HEADS UP: Masterchef filmed a MasterClass episode at At The Heads late last month. Avenue. “The whole day was just sensational” At The Heads manager Darryl Hill said. “The day started at around 5am and went until 6pm. They stripped the whole restaurant out, where over 95 crew members, cameras, monitors and ovens filled the room.”
A 50ft mussel boat from Portarlington strategically dropped off fresh oysters and mussels for the show. Local Bellarine Estate beer and wine was used, while many other local producers also feature their local flavour in the episode. “With the show being so successful and popular, the episode will not
only bring exposure to the Bellarine, but to the public profile of life saving too” Chris said. Judge Matt Preston already has an appreciation of the area, owning a holiday house in nearby Point Lonsdale. The episode will air in July as part of the series’ fifth season, which premiered last week.
Walsh paid tribute to the hard working club volunteers, Ocean Grove Golf Club greens keeper Paul Deller and regular green fee players for their persistence and patience while a new green is being prepared. “The volunteers have done a lot of work to keep the costs down and once again it has been under the supervision of Paul (Deller) with the help of the volunteers,” Walsh said. Walsh said a temporary green had been set up on the third hole and will be used during the Men’s Club Championships if the renovated green is not available for play. MEANWHILE Walsh expects at least 50 players to participate in this year’s Championships. The Men’s Club Championships will be over three weekends on June 15 and 16, Saturday June 22 and conclude on Saturday June 29.
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Wonder weekend WONDERWOMAN met Woody and Bob the Builder in Coles last week. The big dress up was part of the Grove supermarket’s staff fundraising for Geelong Hospital Special Care Nursery during the Giving Weekend. The team hope to raise $12,000 over the next 12 months.
Help for new arrivals
Lyn Mulligan (Ocean Grove Justice and Mission group), Sonja Woolhouse (Baptist Gumnut Grove Op Shop) and volunteer driver Barry Calcutt. OUR region’s newest refugees will be warm this winter thanks to the donations given to the
Ocean Grove Justice and Mission group (JIM) and the Baptist Gumnut Grove Op Shop.
“These people have no right to work or study and live on basic allowances. It causes a great strain on local
charitable organisations,” Lyn Mulligan (JIM) member and organiser said last week. “We would like to thank the public for their overwhelming response to the appeal.” The government spends $1 million dollars a year to house refugees in asylym centres. Thirty new refugees have moved into Geelong and with the help of these Ocean Grove charity groups and Diversitat, they are giving these people the opportunity to live independently. Further donations can be given to The Dove Opportunity Shop at the Ocean Grove Uniting Church on the corner of Eggleston Street and The Parade Ocean Grove.
Ex-child soldier returns David Nyuol Vincent with his family when he last visited Ocean Grove in February. FORMER child soldier turned human rights campaigner David Nyuol Vincent is returning to Ocean Grove’ Uniting Church this Sunday (June 16). David who wrote the book The Boy Who Wouldn’t Die about his own journey fleeing war-torn parts of Africa for Melbourne, will talk at the 10.30am service and then join locals for lunch at noon.
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Town centre cash MINISTER for Local Government Jeanette Powell was in Ocean Grove last week to announce that the Victorian Coalition Government would provide $100,000 towards planning for the town centre future. Representing Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional and Rural Development Peter Ryan, Mrs Powell said an urban design framework and implementation plan would be prepared to guide development as the town grows. “Ocean Grove’s pop-
ulation is expected to rise from its current level of 12,500 up to 21,000 by 2020 and this project will help council meet this challenge while also providing certainty for investment and the community,” Mrs Powell said. “Once completed, this framework will outline the size and scale of future development in the Ocean Grove town centre and inform the preparation of a clear plan for its expansion.” “Expanding the town centre in a way that is functional and attractive will
be crucial to accommodate the expected growth of the town, ensuring that Ocean Grove remains liveable and can support increased economic activity that will result from a larger population base.” The Coalition Government’s contribution would be matched by Greater Geelong City Council to enable the $200,000 project to proceed immediately. It will engage external experts to consult widely with local stakeholders, including through an Enquiry by Design.
Local government minister Jeanette Powell with local councillor Jan Farrell.
Little green thumbs mark special occasion
STEPHANIE NAYLOR
OUR Lady Star of the Sea students participated in planting activities to mark National Reconciliation Week. Matt Crawley and Emma Camilleri from Bellarine Catchment Network and Bellarine Landcare Group visited the school to help with the morning. The garden began last year with donations of plants from Bellarine Land Care. Thanks to a $500 Community Grant from
The City of Greater Geelong, Star of the Sea was able to conduct a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony with David Tournier of the Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative, mulch the garden in red and black and purchase 100 more indigenous plants. Matt and Emma provided information to the Year 3/4 students on the habitat values and the plant communities on the Bellarine. Aspects such as wildlife corridors, Ramsar
wetland protection and enhancement and the importance of revegetation projects were all explored. “Projects like this allowing students to be educated about habitat protection and enhancement, are extremely important,” Mr Crawley said. Students were informed that only five per cent of the original Indigenous vegetation remaining on the Bellarine, habitat and ecosystems had become highly fragmented and had led to localised extinction of species.
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We should all support MP’s idea I WISH to provide the following comments on Malcolm McDonald’s proposals for railway extensions on the Bellarine Peninsula, as outlined in the latest issue of the Ocean Grove Voice (May 29). I applaud Malcolm McDonald’s advocacy for improved public transport on the Bellarine Peninsula, but suggest the debate on railway line extensions need to be informed by engineering, environmental and social reality. One of Malcolm’s suggestions is a spur line “south before Curlewis Road and heading down south
through ocean Grove and on to Barwon Heads”. Such a suggestion is fanciful and doesn’t consider the enormous cost, environmental impact and community outcry would occur with a railway bridge across the Barwon River estuary, between Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads. I would have thought his family railway history would have taught him that the track grade fromThacker Street to the river would greatly exceed the maximum grade negotiable by trains. Equally fanciful is his alternative
suggestion of a spur line between Armstrong Creek through Barwon Heads to Ocean Grove, with stations at Thacker Street and Grubb Road. The suggestion that “the flat terrain would make this a relatively cheap option” is plainly nonsense. Apart from the even greater cost, it doesn’t consider the environmental impact of crossing the wetlands west of Barwon Heads, which would be additional to the environmental, social and engineering issues outlined above for option 1.
Rather than giving ammunition to the anti public transport lobby, we should all get behind the only practical solution advanced by Darren Cheesman, ie. reopening the line to Drysdale, or Curlewis where land would be available for a new station and parking. Then, as happens in Geelong, commuters would have a short car trip (on upgraded roads ) to the station from all growing townships on the east Bellarine Peninsula. Colin White Retired Engineer
A good spot for fishing
A stunning shot of fishermen on the jetty near At the Heads in Barwon Heads. Where else would you want to be? Picture : Mick Armstrong
Three Ocean Grove Crossings became temporary Rainbow Crossings at the weekend to support the protest against the removal of the Rainbow Crossing in Sydney.
My son James was fortunate enough to get a picture with Prime Minister Julia Gillard - a positive moment in our current government environment. Helen Butteriss
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Funds towards cenotaph move VETERANS Affairs minister Hugh Delahunty joined members of the Ocean Grove RSL to announce at $10,000 grant towards relocating the Ocean Grove Barwon Heads RSL Cenotaph. In the lead up to the ANZAC Centenary, the minister announced nine more grants totalling over $70,000 from the 2012-2013 Restoring Community War Memorial Grants Program. “The record numbers throughout the state at recent ANZAC Day dawn services highlights just how important war memorials and honour boards are to
our communities when it comes to honouring the sacrifice of veterans,’ said Mr Delahunty. The Ocean Grove project involves the relocation of the existing Ocean Grove Barwon Heads RSL Cenotaph from its current a busy and inappropriate location on Hodgson Street to a safer and more accessible site in Ocean Grove Park. The RSL sub-branch has been planning the move for six months, following repeated damage to the area around the Cenotaph from trucks servicing the nearby supermarket. RSL secretary David
Cllr Jan Farrell, Bellarine MP Lisa Neville, RSL branch secretary David Gilroy, branch president Keith Hankin and Veteran Affairs minister Hugh Delahunty. Gilroy believes the move corner of Hodgson Street estimated to cost around is needed to ensure the and The Parade, and those $70,000 in total with the RSL applying for various security of the Cenotaph, that pay homage at the site. which is located on the The relocation project is grants to help cover costs.
Bellarine students on top of technology
THE Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre held an in-house drumming workshop for the Youth Group on Friday, May 31. Local Barwon Heads drummer Scott McCutcheon took two classes, with 28 in attendance. Scott had the groups drumming in rhythm and producing some smooth beats.
TWO Bellarine Secondary College students were recently recognised for their outstanding results in VCE last year. Year 12 students, Chris Williamson and Josh Ross were acknowledged at the Premier’s VCE Awards Ceremony, which was held at the Melbourne Convention Centre on Wednesday, June 5. Chris received his award in recognition of the score of 50 he achieved for Systems Technology. Josh received his for gaining a score of 48 in Information Technology (VET VCE).
There were only three awards given for Systems and two for Information Technology across the state. The prestigious Premier’s Awards are presented to Independent and Government schools in Victoria. Only ten awards were presented to Geelong district schools. “Receiving two out of the ten awards is an amazing result, which highlights the capacity of Bellarine Secondary College as a provider of high quality educational programs,” Principal Alison Murphy said.
evident there was a need to cater specifically to young mum’s under the age of 25. Manager of the Neighbourhood Centre, Nicki Dunne, successfully applied for a grant for the new playgroup, reducing the cost to $2 per session thanks to the Geelong Community Foundation. The playgroup will have
great potential to invite young mothers from around the Bellarine to partake. The Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre is currently taking expressions of interest for a similar playground specifically for grandparents, who are carers for their grandchildren.
Playgroup for young mums a first for Grove A NEW playgroup for mum’s under 25 set to start later this year will be the first of its kind for Ocean Grove and surrounding areas. Co-ordinator Stacy Ronan believes the playgroup, which will start in term three, will give young mothers the chance to meet up and share
knowledge, relate to each other and have a common ground of being young together. Stacy also has a vested interest and passion for the new playgroup, having been a young mother herself. “There’s a lot of pressure being a young mum in a playgroup, sometimes you can’t help but feel judged,”
she said. The playgroup came about following a survey the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre undertakes every three years as part of their strategic plan to identify their demographic and possible gaps within their programs. Within the OGNC playgroup program, it was
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VOX POP How could we improve Ocean Grove?
Lorraine Vincent, 68, and a retiree from Ocean Grove.
Vicky Ferguson, 56, and a semi-retired school teacher from Ocean Grove.
Paul Drake, Home Hardware store owner from Ocean Grove.
Laurie Hamilton-Grundy, 22, skate shop retail assistant from Ocean Grove.
Kirsten Raud, 42, a kinder teacher from Ocean Grove.
“Parking is a problem here most of the time. So it would be good to create more, although I don’t know where we’d find the space. Sometimes I have to drive around the Terrace three times to find a park”
“Have the Terrace here as no through road. No traffic coming down here would be better. Perhaps more of a mall like in Geelong. It would be good to have more space outdoors here on the footpath”
“Ocean Grove is already fantastic! However ongoing and further planning into traffic flows, more parking and connecting all of that with green spaces”
“Ocean Grove shouldn’t change at all. We really need to keep the town coastal. We definitely don’t want it to blow up like Torquay”
“Ocean Grove needs soccer facilities on Shell Road. Funding was given to the AFL and netball facilities, but not soccer. Facilities such as change rooms would be great”
Henderson says residents have waited too long LIBERAL candidate for Corangamite Sarah Henderson said she will continue her fight for better community facilities in Ocean Grove, which includes a major upgrade at Shell Road Reserve. “I recently joined representatives from the Ocean Grove Football and Netball Club and the Surfside Waves Soccer Clubs for an update on progress,” Ms Henderson said. “With the council’s
community consultation process at an end, the clubs are waiting to inspect final plans for a new sporting pavilion. “After more than 20 years, club members have worked extremely hard to realise their dream for a new sporting precinct.’’ She said despite the difficult journey, a very positive spirit prevailed. ‘‘The new netball courts are fantastic and a temporary change room for netballers and soccer players is about to be
installed,” she said. “At the last Federal election, the Coalition committed $2 million to the sporting clubs of Ocean Grove towards a state of the art sports pavilion. “The $5.5 million pavilion is yet to be fully funded and all levels of government, including Federal Labor, should be working together to make this happen.” “The residents of Ocean Grove have waited long enough.’’
Sarah Henderson with representatives of the sports clubs at Shell Road Reserve.
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Talks help women keep well A FREE health seminar in Ocean Grove attracted more than 35 women who took advantage of the chance to hear experts offer advice on communicating with the family, grabbing ‘me time’ and the importance of a good bra. The event, organised by Bellarine Health Seminars, featured parenting and communications expert Lisa Taylor, osteopath Dr Erin Coffey and
naturopath Bettina Wren. “It went really well and the speakers presented really well,” co-organiser Elicia Crook said. “People hung around to talk to the speakers afterwards, which is really what we wanted. And it was easy to take away information.” One of the key messages of the evening was how mums in particular often put themselves last in the home and needed to be
able to communicate an “I” message for their own wellbeing. The event was held at St Peter’s Church Hall. The next event will be held on the last Tuesday of August. To find out more and to be kept up to date with future events like the facebook page www.facebook. com/pages/Bellarine Health-Seminars or email Penny at Step Into Life at oceangrove@stepintolife. com
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Tank set to roll in GREAT Ocean groovebased Tank Dilemma have for years delighted crowds with their tight, funky take on soul, blues, swing, and pop. Led by piano organ man and songwriter Richard ‘Tank’ Tankard, TD consistently delivers the goods with their punchy
horns and driving rhythm section. The act, who are based in Warrnambool, have released two records, Inner Soul and Alright Already, and are currently recording their third. Tank Dilemma will hit The Piping Hot Chicken Shop on Friday, July 12.
You’ll be asking for more Gravy COLLARD Greens and Gravy have established themselves as one of Australias leading blues bands with their hypnotic, foot stomping country blues. Formed in 1995, the Melbournebased trio’s Silver Bird album won the Best Self-Produced CD award at the International Blues Challenge (IBC) in February 2005. Silver Bird, the band’s third album, builds on the success of More Gravy, which won an ARIA Award in 2001. In 2001 they placed overall runner-up at the IBC then successfully toured the United States. The IBC is an annual competition held by The Blues Foundation in Memphis, Tennessee to unearth outstanding independent blues musicians. Collard Greens and Gravy is Ian Collard on harmonica, vocals, diddley bow and guitar, James Bridges on guitar and Anthony Shortie Shortte on drums and percussion. Legends like Muddy Waters, Jessie Mae Hemphill, R.L. Burnside, T-Model Ford and Fred McDowell inspire their guitar, harp and percussion combination.
Collard Greens and Gravy return to the Piping Hot Chicken Shop next week. Collard, a gifted blues vocalist, won the Australian Harmonica Championships in 1996. A Hohner Harmonica endorsee, he has featured on many other recordings including Baz Luhrmans UK number one hit, Everybody’s Free (To Wear
Sunscreen). Bridges’ playing stands out among today’s legion of blues guitarists; with taste and economy he creates an eerie style and feel that harks back to names such as Blind Willie Johnson, Son House and Robert Johnson.
Shortte completes the trio on drums. His technique is all his own; he plays intensely and dynamically on a one-of-a kind modified drum kit. Collard Greens and Gravy will perform at The Piping Hot Chicken Shop on Friday, June 21.
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Join the chorus of approval EARLIER this month Geelong Harmony Chorus took to the stage at the Perth Convention Centre for the 2013 Sweet Adelines International Region 34 Competition. Competing against 12 choruses from all over Australia, and seven others in the Small Chorus Section, the group comprising 27 women
singers and their Musical Director, Alex Morris, was the only chorus representing Victoria. Eight minutes and two songs later, it was over. With just one point separating first and second place, Geelong Harmony were runners up in the Small Chorus section. Six of the chorus are from Ocean Grove.
Picured above are Ocean Grove’s Diane Gardner, Judy Blackmore, Joan Humphrey, Caz Kiss and Debbie Elea. Now home from their quest for glory, Geelong Harmony Chorus members are thrilled with their result. “Yes, it’s always nice to come home with some bling!” said Team Coordinator, Diane Gardner.
Planning is already underway for Geelong Harmony’s next tilt at the national competition at Sydney’s Olympic Park in May 2014. “Coming second is an excellent result and we’re very proud of our achievement. We definitely have a renewed sense of purpose for next year’s competition!” Ms Gardner
said. Geelong Harmony is accepting new members. They are a group of local women of all ages who love singing and performing a capella, Barbershopstyle harmony. They have been singing for 23 years. For more details go to geelongharmony.com.au for see facebook.com/ geelongharmonychorus
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Pizza and pasta in the heart of Ocean Grove
OCEAN Grove Pizza and Pasta Restaurant is a family owned business located in the heart of Ocean Grove at 80 The Terrace. A fully licensed restaurant open 7 nights a week for dinner and also for lunch on Saturday and Sunday from 12 midday.
The menu has a large variety of traditional pizzas, gourmet pizzas and also gluten free pizzas. Homemade pastas, risotto, seafood, steak and parmis are on the menu as well as a wide range of local and interstate wine. The kids are well looked after with their
own menu. The restaurant is also available to be privately booked for any special occasion with a seating capacity of 70. With its big screen projector it is a relaxing atmosphere to enjoy your meal, wine and perhaps a bit of football. Two other TV screens are in the restaurant to ensure you don’t miss any of the action from any position you are sitting in. In the warmer months dining alfresco is a pleasant way to dine. There is also a take away shop situated at Market Place which is open from 4.30pm every Wednesday night through to Sunday night. They deliver from both locations to Barwon Heads, Queenscliff, Wallington and Point Lonsdale. They also have online ordering which so far has proven an easy and efficient way of ordering deliveries or pickups. You can order at: www. oceangrovepizza.com.au
music/live events
• Barwon Heads Hotel Thursday Trivia Night 7:30pm -Thursday Open Mic 8pm -Friday Happy Hour 5-7pm raffle live music -First Sunday of each second month 3pm-6pm. Youth are encouraged to perform their songs as bands/ soloists/ duo’s for more information contact Jill Meehan on 0431 606 476. -June 14 Craig Sayer -June15 To Fat to Skate -June 21 Dog Gone South -June 22 Will Gardiner • Piping Hot Chicken Shop -June 21 Collard, Greens and Gravy -June 28 Mic Conway • Ocean Grove Hotel -June 15 Powerage (AC/ DC tribute) • Pototo Shed, Drysdale -June 18 The Dead Funny Musical Show -June 21 Winter Solstice One Acts Plays -June 26 Ellipsis
markets & fairs
• Ocean Grove Park June 15 Bellarine Community Farmers’ Market 9am to 1pm • Barwon Heads Community Hall June 29 Barwon Heads Community Market 9am1pm • Parkes Hall Newcombe Street Portarlington June 30 Portarlington Community Market 9am to 2pm • Bellarine Aquatic and Sports Centre July 7Ocean Indoor Community Market
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 Open weekends and public holiday’s 11am - 5pm new release wines, gourmet platters and
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get active
• 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 55+, 10.15am gentle exercises to music for 65+ contact Marg on 52 551 335 • Uniting Church Hall Ocean Grove -Wednesdays 9.00 am Volleyball, 9.30 am exercises to music for all ages contact Marg on 52 551 335 • Queenscliff RSL Hall -Mondays 1.30pm exercises using chairs for all ages contact Marg on 52 55 1335 • Marcus Hill Hall cnr Banks Road and Bellarine Highway
-Tuesdays 7.45pm – 10pm Ocean Grove Scottish Country Dance Ph: 5251 3 393 • Senior Citizens Hall Ocean Grove -Mondays 7-8.30pm and Wednesdays 1-3pm Line Dancing Ph: 0413 690 597 • 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 700 951 • Yoga classes in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads: Beginners, Hatha, Vinyas & Svaroopa Yoga Ph: 0413 955 331 or email Kerryn@bluewateryoga. org.au
reading & writing
• Ocean Grove Library – corner Presidents
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, 1pm 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, 10.30am, Ocean Grove Golf Club. Friendship is our theme. Phone Michael Turner on 5255 1572. 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., 6pm, Uniting Church Hall, Eggleston Street. Phone Sue on 5255 2068. 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.
Avenue and The Avenue. -Wednesdays 10.30am – Toddlertime -Thursdays 11.30am Babytime - Nursery Verses -Friday 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
• 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 Toy Library Borrow a range of toys for children aged six months to six
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years, open to all families on the Bellarine www. oceangrovetoylibrary.org.au • Uniting Church Ocean Grove Friday 10am-12pm 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 Check out program with a range of courses, classes and fund activities Ph: 52 554 294 • Springdale Neighborhood Centre -Third Sunday of every month ‘Making waves music and poetry arvo’ 2pm-5.30pm. A variety of acts on the day for all ages $5 donation contact Jill Meehan on 0431 606 476. • Queenscliff Uniting
Church May 11 10-pm to 2pm ‘Express your dream for equality’ exhibition as part of the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia. Join in this free community art project. Lunch provided. Enquiries Heather 5258-2854 or 0478 611 481.
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• The Zebra Bar Ocean Grove 1/85 The Terrace Last Friday of every month 1PM-3PM Breast Cancer Support Group (lunch and nibbles available) Phone Julie Rodger on 0435 362 573 or email julesrodg@gmail.com for more information To have your event included in What’s On phone: 5255 3233 or email: journo@ oceangrovevoice. com
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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to experience anxiety. These rates are lower than women, but Australian men are more than three times more likely to die by suicide than women, with at least 1727 men dying from suicide in 2011. And Australian Bureau of Statistics data shows that men are also much less likely to seek treatment, with only 27 per cent of men who have recently experienced a mental health condition getting help for it compared to 40 per cent of women.
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Fella’s centre COME And join the Ocean Grove and Districts Men’s Shed and the Bellarine’s newly appointed Men’s Health Worker for an interactive information session on Men’s Health. The event includes the long awaited launch of the Men’s Health Resource Centre made possible by the Ocean Grove Men’s Shed, Foundation 49 and Men of Malvern. The resource package which includes interactive health models, handouts and posters will be launched with the support of staff from Bellarine Community Health. Topics will include heart health, prostate awareness, diabetes prevention and management, achieving healthy blood pressure, looking after your brain and bowel health. Andrew Scott, Men’s
The staff at BUXTON REAL ESTATE are always looking to go the extra mile to achieve the best outcome for their clients. One member of the team, Damian Mahoney, of the Newtown office located in Pakington St, has taken the term ‘extra mile’ literally. This November, Mahoney and long-time friend Peter Bury will trek 800km, running from Geelong to Adelaide over a two week journey, all in the name of raising awareness and much needed funds for the Beyondblue foundation. Beyondblue aims to reduce the impact of depression and anxiety in the community by raising awareness and understanding, empowering people to seek help and supporting recovery, management and resilience. “Myself and Peter are proud to align ourselves with such a worthy organisation, which helps shine a light on an issue often ignored.” Mahoney states “If we can help make even just a small contribution to raise awareness in the Geelong community then we will have succeeded.” When it comes to dealing in real estate, Damien’s caring nature has seen him become renowned as one of the most respected sales consultants at BUXTON and within the Geelong community. With experience in loan broking and the finance
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Health Worker from Bellarine Community Health says the event will be a great opportunity for men to have a casual chat with health providers and receive health advice and tips related specifically to men. Scott also strongly supports the resource centre developed by the Ocean Grove Men’s Shed. “The resource centre will be a great asset to the Bellarine Peninsula and surrounds. We really need to support our men to take an active role in health and this is a great step in the right direction.” The event has been made possible with a grant from Foundation 49 supported by the Men of Malvern. Bruce Ward the Coordinator of the Ocean Grove & District Men’s Shed says the idea of a men’s health resource centre has been a long time in the
making and he is pleased to see the first stage has been achieved. The resources will be available to all Men’s Sheds in the Barwon Cluster as well as to other organisations involved in Men’s Health in the Geelong area. The event kicks off at Bellarine Community Health, on the corner of the Avenue and Presidents Ave, Ocean Grove from 3:30pm until 6.30pm, with the official launch taking place at 5:45pm. A free afternoon tea will also be provided. RSVP if possible, to Andrew Scott on 5259 2537 or email Bruce Ward on ogmenshedward@live.com. au For more information phone Andrew at Bellarine Community Health on 5259 2537 or Bruce on 5255 2827.
Free men’s health checks IN aid of Men’s Health Week running from 10-16 June, the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre will be running men’s mini health checks. Men’s Health Week is in aid of raising awareness and encouraging males of all ages to take care of their health and wellbeing. The non evasive free checks will take only 20 minutes, covering heart, mental, prostate and bowel health. A Bellarine Community Health registered nurse will be carrying out the checks. Participants will receive a report which they can take to their GP for follow ups. The checks will be running on Thursday June 13 at the OGNC between 1-3PM.
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Snapping shy Harriers a challenge THIS week I am continuing the theme of identifying raptors. There are two types of ‘Harriers’ that can be seen on the Bellarine Peninsula. Harriers are slender, narrow-winged hawks that prey on small animals. The two Harriers that can be seen are the ‘Swamp’ or ‘Marsh’ Harrier, and the ‘Spotted Harrier’. I find these birds very hard to photograph, as they are very wary of people and take off as soon as they are approached (I don’t blame them really but I would love to get a lovely posed photograph one day)! In fact, Swamp Harriers will abandon their eggs and young if approached or disturbed by people, so it’s best to leave them alone.
Swamp Harriers can be commonly seen flying low over water courses, such as Lake Connewarre, Swan Bay, Lake Victoria, and the Bonneyvale Wetlands. Swamp Harriers are large (60 cms in length) and slim-bodied (half their luck, wish I could be described as large and thin bodied). Swamp Harriers have a slow, steady flight pattern, on up-swept wings. I saw a pair of Swamp Harriers consuming a large Australian Ibis at Lake Connewarre over the summer, so they are good hunters and able to kill large prey. They have long slender legs and a long tail, which is rounded at the tip. These birds are mainly dark brown above with a prominent white rump, and as they age they
become lighter in plumage colour. Swamp Harriers have long wings (the wingspan is around 1.4 metres) with 5 ‘fingers’ on the wing tips in flight. As with other raptors, the females are larger than the males. I find the best distinguishing feature of this bird to be the yellow legs and eyes, and the small yellow cere above the beak. I was lucky to have seen a Spotted Harrier at Point Henry recently. Unfortunately it was pouring with rain at the time, and I couldn’t get out of the car to get a good photo unless I wanted to wreck my very precious camera. Spotted Harriers are not commonly seen so I was very lucky on that day. The Spotted Harrier is a
large (60 cms) slim-bodied raptor, that has a whitespotted, chestnut breast and mainly grey upper parts. It has a chestnut coloured facial feathers, and yellow eyes and legs. Spotted Harriers have a long tail with a wedgeshaped tip. Like the Swamp Harrier, the Spotted Harrier has dark wings with well rounded, ‘fingered’ tips. The female Spotted Harrier is larger than the male. The Spotted Harrier glides slowly, with up-swept wings over water courses. It is also called the Allied Harrier, Jardine’s Harrier or the Spotted Swamphawk. To further distinguish between the two Harriers, the Swamp Harrier has a white rump, and striped
(rather than dark) wing tips and a barred tail. Come to the Ocean Grove Nature Reserve for a ‘Mid Winter Celebration’ on Saturday, June 22, from 7-9pm. There will be music, finger food, fire and fine company. There might also be (hopefully) some Nocturnal nature to observe! On Monday, June 17, Neil Hickman and myself from the Bellarine Birdlife Group will be giving a talk at the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood House, starting at 7pm. Neil takes the most magnificent bird photos, and he is a very interesting speaker. I am talking about my experience of an organised birdwatching tour of Far North Queensland. - Jen Carr
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Students serve up a treat TEACHERS were full of praise for the lunchtime feast put on by year 12 Food Service Skills students at Bellarine’s Tuesday Coffee Shop. You can always tell when ‘Coffee Shop’ is on as there will be a trail of staff heading up to the Applied Learning Centre. They will later be seen walking briskly but with contented looks on their faces as they head back to their P5 classes. The Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) is an accredited senior secondary school qualification undertaken in Years 11 and 12. The VCAL is based on work related, hands-on learning.
Students who complete a VCAL certificate are more likely to be interested in going into training at TAFE, completing an apprenticeship or going straight to a work place. Increasingly, students with VCAL Certificates are also being accepted into some university courses. VCAL gives practical work-related experience, as well as literacy and numeracy skills and the opportunity to build personal skills that are important for life and work. Like the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) the VCAL is a recognized senior secondary qualification.
Students get to learn all types of waiting services and food hygiene as well as having the chance to undertake barista training in Melbourne.
Preppies make some furry friends OCEAN Grove Primary School prep students got the chance to get up close and personal with some furry animals last week. The kids visited Jirrahlinga Koala and Wildlife sanctuary on Wednesday, which allowed them to learn more about our Australian wildlife. With the new school curriculum having a large focus on Australia, the students met native koalas, baby joeys and even a black headed python. The visit fitted perfectly with the Ocean Grove students’ recent science syllabus of ‘living things’.
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Ocean Grove junior tennis results A GREAT fortnight in tennis at Ocean Grove with many teams moving into the top 3 or 4 positions on the ladder, and one team in 1st place. The two Ocean Grove Mixed Section 13 teams are neck in neck for 1st and 2nd place. Results for Saturday May 25: 2 Girls played at home against Waurn Ponds and won 4,31 – 2, 31. Anna Williams and Madison Ketchen won both singles and doubles on the day. 6 Mixed played at Bannockburn and won 2, 20 – 4,31. Elouise Puiatti & Uzair Shah had a great day winning all their sets. 7 Boys travelled to Grovedale and lost 6,36 – 0,21. Against this very tough competition, all team members battled. Michael Maertzdorf almost
won his singles at 6-5, and both doubles watches were close. 8 Mixed hosted Grovedale and lost 1, 21 – 5, 35. Alexandra Caldow won her singles, the only set won for the day. They were just pipped in two other sets with Jaweria losing her singles 5-6, and Alexandra & Natasha Miller losing their doubles by just 1 game 5-6. 9 Boys played at Highton in a very difficult match. They lost 6, 36 – 0, 8. 12 Boys played at Home versus Wandana Heights and after some great sets, lost 2,23–4,29. Sonny Levison had a great day winning both of his sets. 13 Mixed White were at Home to Lethbridge and won 6,36 - 0,7. Another strong team in this section,
they remain undefeated. 13 Mixed Red played at Leopold and won 0,5 - 6, 36. This very strong Ocean Grove side won most sets 6-1, 6-0. 14 Boys hosted Torquay at Home and lost in an epic battle 3,22- 3,23. Only one game separated the two teams. Jack James was outstanding winning both of his sets. 15 Girls travelled to Geelong Lawn and lost in another extremely close match 3,29–3,23. Ruby D’Arcy & Erica Crawford won both of their sets on the day. Results for Saturday June 1: After the deluge of rain overnight and into the morning, on Saturday June 1 all Tennis Geelong competition was called off. The courts were under
significant water and wouldn’t have dried out in time. The points were shared between teams that were scheduled to play. All those teams with a bye received no points. Ladder placings 2 Girls – 3rd place after Moolap and Geelong Lawn. 6 Mixed – 4th place after Lara, Leopold and Geelong Lawn 7 Boys – 4th place after Geelong Lawn green, Grovedale and Surfside 8 Mixed – 4th place after Western Heights, Geelong Lawn and Grovedale Yellow 9 Boys – 7th place on the ladder 12 Boys – 7th place on the ladder 13 Mixed White -2nd place to Ocean Grove Red 13 Mixed Red – 1st place on the
ladder 14 Boys – 6th place on the ladder 15 Girls – 4th place after Waurn Ponds, Drysdale Brown and Geelong Lawn. This is predominantly a Junior report but remember that Ocean Grove tennis club offers Seniors Saturday afternoon tennis; Veterans midweek Monday, Wednesday & Friday; and also midweek Ladies and Men’s social competition. All the information is on the tennis club windows, as well as upcoming events. Work on the store room is well under way at the club and we hope to have more updates about the renovations in our next article. Happy Hitting. Results complied by Jen Franks.
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Ocean Grove Primary School girls side line up against Barwon Heads in the interschools competition.
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Prime chance to try out FOUR local schools soccer sides met for the inter-primary knock out last week. Ocean Grove, Surfside, Drysdale and Barwon Heads primary schools all took part in the competition hosted by Surfside Waves Soccer Club at Shell Road Reserve. The school that wins on the day goes to the next round and meets Geelong schools. All of the four schools that took part each fielded a boys team and a girls team. The grade five and six competition is held every year and gives youngsters a chance to have a go at the game. The referees are provided by Bellarine Secondary College.
A Drysdale Primary School player celebrates a goal.
Surfside Primary School boys lined up against Drysdale.
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Holt takes out final with decisive shots GERRY SANDERSON
OCEAN Grove Snooker Club recently held their championship finals. It was a very good night with about 40 members in attendance on Wednesday, May 29. The night started off with the first semi-final of the singles between Chris Alfredson and Mark O’Keefe. This was a very tight semifinal with the lead changing many times, with Chris taking it out with two balls to go. The second singles semi-final was between Rob Holt and Geoff Foster. Again, this was a very interesting final where the lead
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swapped many times, with the outcome being decided on the black ball in the final game, and Rob took out the semi-final. The singles grand final was between Chris and Rob. It started very tight with both players showing some nerves, from which Rob recovered first and took out the first frame quite easily in the end after a good break. The second game was much the same with Chris unable to take advantage of his opportunities. Rob was able to wrap the game up with some decisive long shots. Well done to all involved in
the Singles and congratulations to Rob Holt our 2013 Singles champion. The doubles grand final was contested by Steve Dolphin and John Pickett versus Bernie Jordan and Derek Ladlow. The final was played over three frames, with the first frame being taken out by Steve and John. The second was down to the black ball with Bernie and Derek snagging that one leading to a deciding frame. Derek brought out his best game in the final frame leaving few opportunities for their opponents. Congratulations to Bernie Jordan and Derek Ladlow, our
Chris Alfredson and Rob Holt. Doubles Champions for 2013, and well done to all involved in the doubles. Also thank you to all members who helped with refereeing and scoring.
Derek Ladlow and Bernie Jordan vs Steve Dolphin and John Pickett.
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Two’s bounce back with strong win Div 3 Men Surfside Waves 5 Deakin Gold 2 Div 3 Men bounced back from their first defeat of the season with a comfortable win over a young Deakin side. Taking an early lead through Kai Thieme, who slotted home after a goal-mouth scramble, Surfside had the better of the play in the first half but failed to capitalise on their possession. They were then punished in the final seconds of the half when Deakin converted a penalty to equalise against the run of play. After a few well chosen words from coach Hedges at half time, Surfside stepped up the intensity in the second half and were rewarded with a second goal for Kai Thieme, this time from the
penalty spot. Surfside added three more goals during the half compared to a single consolation effort for Deakin. A precision strike into the top corner from the edge of the area from Andy Black, a coolly taken one-on-one against the keeper from Alex Ketchen and, following a powerful solo run, a long-range drive from Matt Boore from well outside the area. After underperforming the previous week, this was a far better effort with every member of the team showing their ability to play a quality passing game. Much has already been written about the mix of youth and experience in this team, but credit should also be given to the coach for organising what is turning into a very
well balanced side despite last minute changes to the squad available to him. With no fixture on the Queen’s Birthday long weekend, the team have an extra week to prepare for the road trip to mid-table Colac. Div 1 Men Surfside Waves 1 Breakwater Eagles 3 Tha Waves came up against fierce rivals Breakwater off the back of a 1-1 draw with Bellarine Sharks. The Waves, who were missing a number of players, controlled the game early and took a well deserved lead through the messiah, Steve McGain. Some sloppy defending let the Eagles back in to equalise just before half time. Breakwater took advantage of a slow start from the Waves in the second half and took the lead, then scored another against the run of play later in the half. Waves went close on several occasions but could not convert on what was a frustrating day with a depleted squad taking its toll. Mention must go to Gereard Hurley and Nic Goodwin who held their own very well in the division 1 match.
Above: Kai Thieme slots home Waves first in their 5-2 win over Deakin Gold. Left: Waves division 3 side pushes forward.
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Surfside Waves under 13 boys.
Waves under 14 girls in action.
Josh bags a hat-trick for Waves Under 7’s Reds Round 6 was Derby Day for Surfside as the Reds played the Whites, the weather was not on our side but as both teams started to play some end to end football the players forgot about the wind and rain. A few quick breaks always by the Reds saw them score some good goals from Max and Jack. The Whites didn’t give up and got one back through Zach (van Persie) before the half time whistle. In the second half the Whites played some faultless football and looked like a team on a mission. Zach scored 2 more goals and a few more from the Reds looked like the game could have gone either way. Michael and Konner stood firm in defence and would not allow the Reds to score anymore. Well done to both teams and well done to the supporters that watched in the wind and rain. Under 7’s Blues A bleak sort of day in Torquay (Surf Coast) saw the blue boys get a taste of winters offerings. Whilst defeated on the scoreboard 3-1, they certainly were not in spirit and determination. A fantastic set place goal from Thomas lifted the side with spirited efforts from all with a special mention of Cathal’s aggressive tackling and pressuring of his opponents. Under 10 girls Surfside Waves 6 - Barwon Heads Stars 1 Surfside came from behind to win this game under difficult conditions. The Waves looked shaken after conceding a goal early and were unable to wrestle back control of the game. Stringing together some great passages of play the Waves were rewarded with a goal. Spurred on by drawing equal the Waves started to dominant play and scored a number of goals in quick succession. The gallant Stars faded a little as the Waves overcame their below par first half performance to score six goals in the second half to
win. Scorers were Audrey (3), Ella (2) and Matilda (1) Under 11 Surfside White 6 vs Barwon White 0 Will went on a run with the ball taking on defenders without fear and took on the keeper to slot the 1st home. Alex moved up to midfield and within five minutes he had scored by using a one-two with Josh M. Half- time score 2–nil. The Waves were on fire in the second half, taking total control of the game. Ty Armistead scored within a few minutes for his first goal of the year. The goals kept coming with Josh Marsden finishing off the hard work from the defence and midfield with the next three goals to score his first hat-t rick. The final score was 6 to nil. All of the children should be very happy with how they played, they put all the hard work from the last six weeks together. Under 11 Surfside Waves 4 vs Barwon Blue 4 Surfside started strongly with Josh K scoring within two minutes, closely followed with another goal this time by Ciera. Barwon fought back scoring three quick goals. Finally Bob was able to get on the end of a pass and score an equaliser. This spurred Surfside on. Josh K then duly rounded the keeper to put the Waves in front. Barwon kept coming and in the dying seconds of the game were able to equalise. Under 13 boys Surfside Waves 2 Surfcoast 2 The boys worked very hard and they imposed their style of play against this strong team. We dominated the first half of the game and we scored two excellent goals from our two midfielders Travis and Noah. The second half was a very different game altogether as Surfcoast came to rescue the three points that we thought we had already won. Within the first fifteen minutes
Waves under 14 girls in action against Barwon.
mark they equalized with two quick goals and we were in the back foot. We defended well and Fraser kept us in the game with a fantastic save. A very entertaining game and the sharing of points was a fair result. Under 14 girls Surfside Waves 1 Barwon 3 The Waves met a determined Barwon at Shell Rd and were 2-0 down at half time with some off-side decisions not going their way. The girls stuck to the task in the second half scoring well through Lucy SchaechePriestly and coming back into the game and could have leveled but for the woodwork. The Waves fought out the game right to the end and were a little unlucky in the end. Keep up the work and team spirit
girls and the results will come. Under 17 boys Surfside Waves 0 Breakwater Eagles 0 The toughest test of the season when we came up against the league leaders, but the waves came up trumps. All the hard work the lads have put in showed in a strong performance. Surfside dominated the second half with a
determination beyond their young age. Watching them move the ball fluently was brilliant to watch, Breakwater were on the ropes. Quality football was being played bur the Waves were unable to convert a plethora of chances. Coach Pab was extremely proud of each and every player. A great game for supporters to watch and see how well the youth can play here at Surfside.
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Grove fall in tight scoring clash IN the Reserves, Torquay remains undefeated after nine rounds following their 29-point win over Ocean Grove on Saturday. Final scores were Ocean Grove 6.9.45 to Torquay 10.14.74. Ocean Grove forward and BFL Reserves leading goalkicker Daniel Freeman booted three goals against the Tigers and increased his season tally to 29 goals. Ocean Grove reserves grade sits in third place on the ladder with their 6-3 record.
Under 18s turnover Tigers Score Ocean Grove (1) 11.10-76 v Torquay (1) 6.5-41 Goal Kickers: C. West 3, R. Procter 2, S. Dedini , D. Thorley , D. Moroney , H. Rawlings , J. Kent , C. Durran Best Players: D. Moroney, H. Rawlings, R. Procter, T. Darker, C. Durran, C. West.
Action from Grove’s encounter with Torquay on Saturday.
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Cobras not worried by Mode’ Under 14(1) Round 4 v Modewarre OGCC 9.4.58 defeated Modewarre 7.4.46 The Cobras welcomed the newly promoted Modewarre Warriors to the Snakepit, wary of a team that had been in slashing form in Division 3 so much so that it had earnt them promotion to Division 2. The big reputation of the Warriors counted for nothing as the Cobras dominated proceedings in the first quarter. The usual suspects in the midfield of Spencer Luppino, Michael Smith and Tom Smith were gaining first use of the ball and Logan Taylor was marking everything in sight up forward and making the most of the opportunities presented to him. The good work continued in the second term and although holding only a 2 goal lead, the Cobras were looking by far the better team at half time. After a physically demonstrative display at half time in the previous game, it was certainly a much more relaxed coach at the main break this week. That relaxed mood continued in the 3rd term as the Cobras poured on the pressure to notch 5 goals to one and extended their lead to a healthy 37 points at ¾ time. Resident goalsneak Jesse Caliguiri hit the scoreboard again, while at the other end Reed Jordan completely dominated his highly rated Warrior opponent. The final term saw that margin reduced to 12 points courtesy of some bizarre 50 metre penalties and questionable goal umpiring decisions, but in the end the good guys got up. The Cobras sit 6th on the ladder but remarkably are only 1 game behind the top side and face another big test next round against the 5th placed Geelong West. Goals: Jesse Caliguiri 3, Logan Taylor 2, Michael Smith 1, Connor Harvey 1, Darcy Copeland 1, Spencer Luppino 1 Best: Spencer Luppino, Josh Hirt, Michael Smith, Reed Jordan, Logan Taylor, Jesse Caliguiri Round 5 v Geelong West St Peters OGCC 3.4.22 defeated by GWSP 7.6.48
A trip into G town to take on the Roosters in what could be defined as an ‘8 point game’ confronted the Cobras in Round 5. With both sides level on points the winner would steal a handy break on the ladder in what looms as a very tight race for finals action. Once again the Cobras were confronted by a physically bigger opposition and although they had enough of the play, 5 to 10 minute lapses in concentration in each quarter proved costly for the Cobras as the Roosters made them pay. Goalless to ¾ time, the Cobras could have easily chucked it in and gone down by a big margin, but to their credit they knuckled down and actually won the last quarter. In all of their losses, the Cobras have proved competitive in patches. The challenge against the better teams will be to avoid the costly lapses in concentration. Goals: Ben Bennett 1, Tom Smith 1, Oliver Monteith 1 Best: Michael Smith, Spencer Luppino, Max Sutton, Reed Jordan, Josh Hirt, Logan Taylor Under 14(2) Round 4 v Belmont Lions OGCC 5.5.35 defeated by Belmont 6.14.50 Another competitive effort by the Cobras, unfortunately falling short by only 15 points to the Lions. The Cobras were in the game up to their ears but a dominant 3rd quarter with the wind by Belmont ultimately proved the difference between the teams. Trailing by 25 points at the last change, the Cobras held the Lions scoreless in the last quarter but didn’t have their kicking boots on, kicking 1.4. Despite losing their last 3 games by a combined margin of 19 points, the Cobras still find themselves inside the four but need to start converting the honourable losses into wins to ensure some finals action. Goals: Austin Wilcox 2, Will Trevean 1, Harry DixonJennings 1, Keeghan Lyons 1 Best: James Butteriss, Mitch Thebes, Keeghan Lyons, Lachie Gawley-Price, Lachlan Street, Ronan Healy Under 10 Blue Round 8 v Modewarre OGCC 2.4.16 defeated by Modewarre 3.5.23
Action from Cobras u12 Orange against Torquay.
A topsy turvy game with lots of lead changes between our Under 10 Blue boys and the Modewarre Warriors saw the Cobras run out of steam in the last quarter and go down by 7 points. Great games by our goal kickers Max Lacy and Will Lamb as well as Toby Gill, Fraser Clark, Luke Donegan and Alex Anastassiou. Most importantly, everyone is having fun having a kick with mates! Goals: Max Lacy 1, Will Lamb 1 Best: Toby Gill, Fraser Clark, Luke Donegan, Alex Anastassiou Under 12 Blue Round 8 v Modewarre OGCC 13.8.86 defeated Modewarre 0.3.3 Another mighty impressive win by our Under 12 Blue boys saw them demolish the Warriors and take home the chocolates with an 83 point win. Once again the win was set up with a blistering first term, and after a relatively quiet middle quarters, the Cobras finished with a five goal flourish which put the icing on the cake. The goals were shared around between 10 players in another consummate team performance highlighted by 3 majors to Brad Walder. Goals: Brad Walder 3, Ben McKellin 2, Jacob West
1, Matt Stanic 1, Connor Pickett 1, Felix Drayton 1, Rohan Lock 1, Joe Nagle 1, Cooper Collett 1, Jake Powe 1 Best: Jake Charles, Tyler Davis, Rohan Lock, Brad Walder, Tyler Walsh Under 12 Orange Round 8 v Barwon Heads OGCC 9.12.66 defeated Barwon Heads 7.5.47 The Battle of the Bridge brought out the best in our Under 12 Orange team as they enjoyed a hard fought 19 point win against the Seagulls. In a tight competitive contest, the Cobras kicked away in the last quarter with 4 goals to finally put some space between them and their pesky opposition. Goals: Noa Northam 1, Josh Miller 1, Shaun Bradley 1, Chris Ewart 1, Cooper Tully 1, Rory MOnteith 1, Ben Townson 1, Jye Thomas 1, Ross Symonds 1 Best: Noa Northam, Ross Symonds, Jye Thoamas, Noah Ansell, Will Harrington Under 10 White Round 7 v Leopold OGCC 3.2.20 defeated Leopold 1.9.15 The Under 10 White team prevailed in a close contest against the Leopold Lions. With both teams evenly matched, the Cobras were well led by skipper Johnte
Lange, with Jackson Willard, Cooper Smith and Jai Harrison-Roberts playing rippers for their team. Some inaccuracy in the 3rd term by the Lions probably helped the Cobras out, but as a wise man once said, ‘Bad kicking is bad football’, and the Cobras prevailed thanks to goals from Rhys Devlin, Ryan Humphries and Xavier Norman. Well done to all on a great team effort! Goals: Rhys Devlin 1, Ryan Humphries 1, Xavier Norman 1 Best: Jackson Willard, Cooper Smith, Jai HarrisonRoberts, Tahj Wirth Round 8 v Torquay OGCC 1.3.9 defeated byTorquay 5.9.39 After disposing of the Lions, the Cobras turned their attention to the Tigers of Torquay, however after a promising start, were overrun by a slick Tigers outfit. Saxon Apps led from the front all day and received great support from Zak POynder, Isaac Anderson Rhys Devlin and Charlie Every while Jack Fox snagged our only major for the day. Goals: Jack Fox 1 Best: Zak Poynder 1, Isaac Anderson, Saxon Apps, Rhys Devlin, Charlie Every.
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Hard work at training paying off for Grove Friday May 31 – Kardinia Park U13-3’s - Ocean Grove 15 vs Grovedale 7 Best Players: I Boland, C Fraser, E Bambrook U13-4’s - Ocean Grove 9 vs St Marys 15 Best Players: N Page, M Smith, H Timms-Honner U13-5’s – Ocean Grove 5 vs St Marys 22 Best Players: R Connell, C Townson, P Awramenko U15-3’s - Ocean Grove 15 vs Leopold 20 Best Players: S Beasley, I Bosch, M Winter U15-4’s - Ocean Grove 7 vs Torquay 32 Best Players: S Bastiaan, E Prendergast, H McDonald U17-3’s - Ocean Grove 23 vs Bell Park 3 Best Players: K Whyte, M Dodd, C Garrard All Abilities – Played a great game in the rain, got really wet and had a lot of fun with newcomers scoring goals. OG Netball Saturday June 1 – Queenscliff Queenscliff welcomed us on Saturday and it didn’t take long for the courts to dry and the skies to clear for some spirited netball games. Under 11’s – Coach Katie was full of praise for the girls today as they did a lot of good things and have certainly improved their skills since the start of the season U13-1’s - Ocean Grove 27 vs Queenscliff 16 Best Players: I Hackett, L Praud, I Teague U13-2’s - Ocean Grove 26 vs Queenscliff 7 Best Players: B Abel, M Crothers, A McElligott U15-1’s - Ocean Grove 28 vs Queenscliff 21 Best Players: T Payne, C Abel, E Moroney U15-2’s - Ocean Grove 28 vs
Queenscliff 13 Best Players: M Giblin, E Walker, A Gannon U17-1’s - Ocean Grove 28 vs Queenscliff 5 Best Players: M Babb, A Nolan, M Goodger U17-2’s - Ocean Grove 31 vs Queenscliff 6 Best Players: J Fendyk, J Sutton, M Doyle U19’s - Ocean Grove 16 vs Queenscliff 30 Best Players: K Beasley, B England, E Bolton Teams wrap 13 & Under Div 1 – A great start to the season has seen the 13 & Under Div 1 team develop their full court versatility as well as their ability to handle tight contests. The team consisting of Ashlee, Brooke, Claudia, Emma, Isabel H, Isabelle J, Isabelle T (yes there are 3!), Lil and Loretta have taken on board all their new skills with a positive attitude which has shone through in many of the games so far. The development of full court pressure as well as patience in the attack end has made coach, Kelsey, very proud. A tough few games ahead will be a challenge for this team and a fantastic opportunity to showcase some of the young talent. 15 & Under Div 1. – Have started this season with a bang. We are currently sitting on top of the ladder and undefeated after 6 rounds. Our closest game was the first game we played against Drysdale and still managed to come away with a 16 goal win. Average winning margin so far this season is 25 goals. More importantly than any of that is that the team are combining well and working hard for each other. We have a nice blend of bottom and top
age players as well as seasoned players and ones that are new to the game. All players are eager to learn and take on any advice given to them by coach Paula. Abbey B – is a tough young goaler who has strong hard leads out of the circle and short sharp drives in the circle. She is working hard on learning new techniques and is currently our most accurate shooter. Bridey M – has the highly sought after ability to read the play. She is a hard working defender who can play off her opponent and take intercepts all over the court. Chelsea A – is a great instinctual player who has grown up on a basketball court but is adapting nicely to netball. Her top of the ring drives and front cuts have improved out of sight. Emily M – her athletic ability is her greatest asset although it doesn’t stop there. She is a relentless defender who gets under her opponent’s skin and all with a smile on her face. Jaimie E – is a valued defender who can play in the ring or out. She works hard to deny her opposition possessions and is successful most of the time. Keely B – is a hard working, highly skilled goaler who’s rotating of the ring and goaling assists have provided many scoring opportunities. Keely P – is our captain who is overseas at the moment and is being missed. Her steadiness through the mid-court and defensive pressure is second to none. Hurry back. Sami G – is a jack of all trades. She can play any position on court and has had to do so
Ocean Grove u17 (div 2) versus Torquay.
Ocean Grove u15 (div 1).
Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY
this season with players being unavailable. It’s a very rare skill and holds her in good stead for her future netball. Taya P – is a strong defender who can combine well with any other defender on court. Her talk and leadership on the court is outstanding. 15 & Under Div 2 – This team have had a very strong, successful start to the season, showing all their versatilities and great teamwork abilities. Eager to learn and be victorious, the girls show competitiveness, spirit and skill on the court and are developing their court systems very nicely. Ali, Beth, Brielle, Emma, Georgia, Lucy, Michaela, Phoebe and Shayneisha all contribute various abilities and personalities to the team, proving to be a real asset to the team’s cohesion and it’s a pleasure for their coach, Lauren, to watch them grow and develop. The girls look forward to the rest of the season in the hope of aiming high and with the continued commitment, passion and development of defensive and
Kardinia Park Friday June 7 U11’s – These players are having a lot of fun playing each week, not giving up and playing their best. U13-3’s - Ocean Grove 5 vs Torquay 27 Best Players: I Fox, A Sargeant, M Long U13-4’s - Ocean Grove 24 vs Newtown 6 Best Players: H Timms-Honner, E Lamb, M Smith U13-5’s – Ocean Grove 5 vs St Marys 32 Best Players: M Friee, E Wilson, E Quinn U15-3’s - Ocean Grove 21 vs GWSP 18 Best Players: K Hudson, M Winter, E Wilson U15-4’s - Ocean Grove 9 vs St Marys 12 Best Players: E Prendergast, M Dodds, S Bastiaan U17-3’s - Ocean Grove 23 vs Newtown 14 Best Players: A King, E Trower, B King All Abilities – Played a good solid game and have improved on their skills they have learned at training. OG Netball Saturday June 8 – Torquay We welcomed Torquay to our new courts today with a chilly
start but turned into a beautiful autumn afternoon. Under 11’s – The girls tried hard all game and have been improving each week, well done U13-1’s - Ocean Grove 32 vs Torquay 12 Best Players: I Jones, I Teague, C Britt U13-2’s - Ocean Grove 14 vs Torquay 18 Best Players: M Dodds, E Bambrook, G Lombardo A couple of newcomers to the line-up this week helped this team to be competitive with Torquay, well done girls U15-1’s - Ocean Grove 30 vs Torquay 12 Best Players: E Moroney, S Gravener, J ElHage U15-2’s - Ocean Grove 29 vs Torquay 19 Best Players: E Walker, L Conquit, A Gannon U17-1’s - Ocean Grove 44 vs Torquay 19 Best Players: M Badrock, A Gibbs, C Praud U17-2’s - Ocean Grove 34 vs Torquay 10 Best Players: A Digby, J Sutton, P Woolhouse U19’s - Ocean Grove 30 vs Torquay 22 Best Players: B Walter, L Barber, E Mercer.
offensive pressure they will definitely be trying to make it a positive year. 17 & Under Div 1 - The 2013 season has kicked off in spectacular fashion for the Ocean Grove U/17’s side, having recorded no losses so far! The girls have worked hard at training with coaches Michelle and Tahlia, and are enjoying their time at the top of the ladder, experiencing a scare last week when they drew to Portarlington in a hard fought match. Players have excelled at their defensive pressure, especially throughout the mid court and have been bolstered by the phenomenal form of all players. The team includes Alicia, Amy, Bridget, Clem, Dani, Maddy, Meg, Molly, Zanna. The girls have learnt to play congruently as a team, despite it being their first season playing all together and have found a healthy appetite for winning. Hopefully they can keep up their enthusiasm and remain strong competitors for the rest of the season.
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Above: Ocean Grove A grade versus Torquay.
Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY
Maddy’s week on the courts Ocean Grove v Queenscliff D Grade - Ocean Grove 25 vs Queenscliff 9 Best Players: T Hinchliffe, K Collett, C Slevin A well earned win for the Grove with Queenscliff giving little away. The girls worked together as a tight unit converting at every opportunity together with some steely determination from Tanya and Kylie. Great confidence boost for the girls. C Grade - Ocean Grove 41 vs Queenscliff 10 Best Players: T Sinnott, F Needham, T Splatt. Queenscliff played a spirited game but the Grove girls just kept coming. The girls are taking each week in their stride and bringing their best to the court on Saturdays, namely through Tahlia and Famie, another great win. B Grade - Ocean Grove 45 vs Queenscliff 42 Best Players: K McIntosh, B Taylor, M Goodger This game was close all day with both offensive and defensive pressure all down the court. Kelly rebounded any ball and Bridget came on with fresh legs to run the centre corridor. A milestone for one of our juniors, Maddy, getting her first senior goal and showing mature composure in a close game, fantastic effort. A Grade - Ocean Grove 43 vs Queenscliff 42 Best
Ocean Grove D grade and C grade versus Torquay.
Players: A Durling, M Sanders The girls had the start they wanted but were gently pegged back by Queenscliff. Plenty of pressure saw many balls going wayward and defenders Allison and Michelle were working overtime picking off balls to send back down to the Grove goalers to score. Coming up to the last game of round one the girls will need to consolidate and make the most of the opportunities that present on the day. Ocean Grove v Torquay D Grade - Ocean Grove 17 vs Torquay 11 Best Players: K Collett, K Sing, E Mooney Ocean Grove started strong
and didn’t let Torquay in. Pressure was consistently applied through all 4 quarters forcing Torquay to rethink their game plan. Kylie playing her usual strong defensive role ably assisted by Kirrilee who stopped multiple Torquay goals. Emma had the speed and determination throughout the centre court. Keep up the good work girls C Grade - Ocean Grove 19 vs Torquay 30 Best Players: S Degenaro, P Birch The girls started strongly holding their own when Torquay threw everything at them. Famie, Kim and Caily were a strong partnership in the ring. Britt worked hard in the centre with Sarah and
Leading constable Mark Lewry presents Maddy Goodger with the U17 Spirit of Sport award for last week’s game against Queenscliff. Maddy also shot her first goal in the seniors.
Paula applying defensive pressure, however Torquay was able to get a run of goals in the second half and Ocean Grove couldn’t catch them. B Grade - Ocean Grove 43 vs Torquay 47 Best Players: B Sykes, K McIntosh, T Birch It was a competitive game for 4 quarters with the girls keeping a high intensity level throughout. Kelly, as usual, worked tirelessly in defence with Bec carving up the centre and Tina and Emma popping them in the ring. It will be an interesting rematch later in the season. A Grade - Ocean Grove 40 vs Torquay 56 Well this game was Torquay dominated and had the
girls pressured at every corner of the court. The Grove defenders had their work rate lifted with the accurate goalers and the Torquay centre court were intercepting every stray ball. The girls will need to lift for next weeks match against Drysdale. Congratulations to Maddy Goodger receiving the U17 Spirit of Sport award for last week’s game against Queenscliff and some of our junior umpires, Amina King, Olivia Duhamel and Bridget Taylor for umpiring the senior A & B grade games last week and today. Also Sienna Beasley on receiving her C grade umpiring badge recently. Fantastic effort girls keep up the great work.
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Above: Grove versus Torquay.
Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY
Grubbers lose to under strength Coutas MARK HEENAN
A FIVE goal final quarter from Ocean Grove was not enough to hide their frustration after the Grubbers’ loss to an under strength Queenscliff by 23 points on June 1. Ocean Grove’s failure to claim a big scalp during the 2013 season is a concern with upcoming fixtures against top five opponents Torquay, Drysdale and Geelong Amateur all later this month. Final scores were Queenscliff 15.13.103 to Ocean Grove 12.8.80. Reigning BFL premiers, Queenscliff, who led at all quarter by quarter
intervals, held sway at the final break by 47 points, though the visitors got within 17 points in the final minutes of play. Ocean Grove coach, Shane Jack, who played a lone hand-up forward and booted six goals, praised the Coutas’ depth after their side were missing key players including Queenscliff coach Tom Limb. “Look (Queenscliff) they have had a few out all year, it is not just this game they have had a few out,” Jack told the Voice after the match. “They have been missing blokes all year and they just keep
Coach Shane Jack booted six for Grove against Queenscliff. responding. “They proved again they are going to be one of the good sides to beat.” Jack said it was a disappointing loss given the Grubbers’ ability to match the reigning
premiers with their forward 50 entries and fearless attack on the footy in the first and final quarters. He denied Ocean Grove’s season was at the ‘crossroads with a 4-4 record after eight rounds, but said the Grubbers would need to overcome their mental lapses and improve their skills by foot and hands. “It was probably that third quarter which we seem to have lapses and cost us in the end,” Jack said. “I did not think they outplayed us at all, it is just that one quarter and we fought back.
“It is obviously happening and we come through a ‘crunch game’ which has been the case all year. “It is our basic skill errors and it is something we need to work on, which are easy kicks and easy handballs. “Every time we miss something they (Queenscliff) turn around and kick goals.” Jack saw some positives despite the defeat with Ocean Grove’s ability to win clearances against one of the elite BFL midfields and the efforts of onballers Kelly Williams, who kicked two goals, Grubber captain Liam
FINAL SCORES QUEENSCLIFF 15.13-103 DEFEATED OCEAN GROVE 12.8-80 Ocean Grove
Goal Kickers: S. Jack 6, K. Williams 2, J. Milnes, R. O’Callaghan L. Rock, D. Gray Best Players: K. Williams, L. Rock, P. Maloney, H. Foott, B. Ricardo, B. Sneddon Rock and Ben Ricardo. “We won the clearances pretty convincingly... we have just got to obviously capitalise around the ground,” Jack said. Ocean Grove missed the services of livewire forward Travis Gavin
(back) who pulled out before the match and the Grubbers are still without experienced midfielder Luke Sinnott (shin). In other news, Grubber smooth mover James McTaggart made his return to senior football.
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Fourth quarter blues MARK HEENAN Continued from page 40. “We have been questioned in all the big games and we have come up short,” Jack said after the match. Ocean Grove led at all the quarter-by-quarter breaks except full-time on Saturday and Jack said Torquay’s impressive work rate in the fourth quarter deflated his players’confidence in the final moments of play. “Once again that last 10 minutes of the third quarter I could feel the momentum was starting to swing again and that last 15 minutes in the last quarter was just a ‘debacle’,” Jack said. “In the end they (Torquay) worked hard and outnumbered us at the contest and when you give a good side half a chance they put us to the sword and that is another loss around that four goal margin.” The defeat was compounded with an injury to Grubber youngster Paddy Maloney, who broke his collarbone and was later transported in an ambulance to hospital after the match. Jack said Maloney’s
injury was a ‘crucial blow’ in the final quarter and indicated he had been one of the club’s most improved players in the first half of the season. “He got tackled in the last quarter and so that is him out for a while now and possibly the rest of the season,” Jack said. “He has probably been our best back all year and it is disappointing for a kid as well.” On a positive note, regular Grubber defender Harrison Foott switched his skills up forward in the absence of injured key tall Tom Roberts and booted three goals in arguably his most impressive game in 2013. “We needed someone across half-forward line and we tried Harrison Foott and he was real good and competed well,” Jack said. “He will probably end up playing that role for the rest of the year as long as he competes and leads up and he enjoys that role playing forward.” The Grubbers’ defensive pressure was evident in the first quarter with an inaccurate Torquay failing to capitalise in front of goal with the aid of a breeze at the southern
IMPRESSIVE: Harrison Foott. end as the home side led by nine points at the first break. The second quarter saw Ocean Grove nose out a tough quarter of contested football and secure a valuable 21-point lead and contain the visitors to two goals at the half-time break. Last season’s BFL runners-up Torquay, showed why it is still one of the competition’s elite teams with their intensity lift in the third term kicking five goals to Grove’s three majors to reduce the margin back to six points at the final break. In the fourth quarter the fast finishing Tigers overran the lethargic Grubbers as they doubled their own score booting eight goals to the home side’s three majors to win comfortably in the end.
Despite the Grubbers’ loss, victorious Torquay coach Craig McCaughan expects Ocean Grove still to have a bearing on this year’s BFL finals. “I think (Ocean Grove’s) midfield if it is not the best, it is close to the best in the league and they work really hard and unfortunately results haven’t probably gone the way for them,” McCaughan said. “I think Ocean Grove will be thereabouts next time we play them and they will have to win to probably sneak into the finals.” For the visitors, Tigers ball magnet Troy Bird was instrumental setting up numerous plays across half-back, while teammate Scott Hughes booted six majors and lifted his tally to 47 goals for 2013. McCaughan praised
his side’s ball use in the second half as the Tigers clawed their way back into the match. “I think our ball use wasn’t great in the first half, I think our ball use in the second was a lot better (and then our forwards) like Scott Hughes came into the game a lot more,” he said. Ocean Grove’s senior game against Drysdale starts at 2.10pm at Drysdale Recreation Reserve this Saturday.
FINAL SCORES TORQUAY 15.19.109 DEFEATED OCEAN GROVE 12.13.85 Goal Kickers:H. Foott 3, J. Milnes, J. Rawlings, B. Sneddon, K. Williams, L. Rock , J. Turnbull, S. Jack , T. Gavin , D. West Best Players:P. Maloney, H. Foott, M.Laidler, K. Williams, R. O’Callaghan, T. Doherty
Sport Ocean Grove
SURFSIDE Waves division three side enjoyed a convincing win over Deakin at Shell Road Reserve. Soccer pages 30--31.
HAWKS TEST OCEAN Grove will need to overcome their failure to claim a big scalp when they face an away challenge against fourth-placed BFL finals contenders Drysdale on Saturday. The Grubbers’ season is on a knife edge with their 4-5 record after nine rounds with Torquay scoring a stirring come from behind win to defeat Ocean Grove by 24 points on Saturday June 8. Final scores were Torquay 15.19.109 to Ocean Grove 12.13.85. Ocean Grove’s inability to win against a top five BFL team is an on-going concern for playing coach Shane Jack. Continued page 39.
Action from Ocean Grove’s clash with Torquay on Saturday.
Picture: LINDSAY KELLEY
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