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Crash Grubb Road

THREE people were hurt, one seriously, when two cars were in a collision on Grubb Road. Story page 5.

Jetski fines

A 27-year-old Waurn Ponds jet skier was issued a penalty notice for exceeding the Barwon River speed limit on Tuesday evening last week. Story page 2.

COME KITE F-LION ON AUSSIE DAY GO FLY A KITE: Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club will be hosting their traditional kite flying morning at Main Beach on Australia Day. Lions help youngsters make their own free kites and fly them - breeze permitting between 9am and 11am. About 200 kites were made last year. Pictured are youngsters Lucas and Ambert along with Lions Graham Mulroney, John Claringbold and Philip Scambler.

Happy Australia Day

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Barwon jetski busts

Salvos op shop manager Linda Velic and volunteer Jennifer Edge care for the lost cat.

Purr-fect salvation OCEAN Grove’s Salvation Army Op Shop saved a young life this month. Staff made a surprising discovery when they heard a meow come from a box of toys in the corner of the store. “We thought it was a cat toy which had been

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left on, but we found a real life precious little kitten amongst a box of toys donated to the shop!” Manager Linda Velic said. After spending an unknown amount of time in the shop

without food and water, and leaving the staff a few presents around the store, the caring workers at the Marine Parade thrift shop quickly gave the little visitor some much needed nourishment. "We would like to think that this was an

accident, and there is someone out there who has lost a kitten, and, well, we found it" Linda Velic added. The kitten was taken to a Newcomb Vet and put into the Kitten Adoption Program, where it has since found a new home.

1000km ride for cause GROVERS Cameron Ward, Gary Cannard and Daniel Blount recently undertook a whirlwind 1003.3 kilometer bike ride from Adelaide to Ocean Grove. Arriving home on January 7, the three rode to raise money for the Cancer Council. “I lost my Father in-law, my Grandmother and my wife’s Grandfather as well as having trained many clients who have had cancer, it’s very close to me,” Cameron Ward said. Along for the ride was a nine member support crew, all family members of the trio. The trip started with 10 hour car trip from Ocean Grove to Strathalbyn, where the first day of riding took them 93

kilometers to Glenelg. “Gary’s brother just had some cancer removed from his leg and Daniel's Father passed away from Cancer, so altogether we were determined to make the most of this challenge,” Cameron explaimed. Taking inspiration from Shane Crawford’s bike rides, Cameron, who owns 4EVERfitness in Hocking Drive, started to prepare for the trek back in July. “I teach spin classes, so that was just one way the three of us started getting prepared,” Cameron said. Getting up every single day was just half of the challenge, with some extremely tough weather conditions, the three battled high winds for 115km through the

Cameron Ward, Gary Cannard and Daniel Blount. Otways, the toughest day of the six. “Although it was tough, we realised what we were feeling wasn’t even close to what cancer sufferers feel. It was a great ride, we met so many amazing people and heard their survivor stories along the way, it was

inspirational,” Cameron said. “We soaked up the final 100m before arriving in Ocean Grove in front of family, friends, clients, crew and supporters,” Cameron added. To donate to the team, visit: www.4everfitness. com.au.

POLICE are warning jet skiers to do the right thing this summer or faced being fined or charged. With an influx of tourists to the area over the summer months, police have been kept busy with some disappointing and dangerous behaviour from a number of Personal Water Craft (PWC) users. Local police have also received an increased number of complaints this summer and will be out enforcing the law on the water. During an operation earlier in late December, 16 penalty notices were issued. The main offences being detected are PWCs exceeding the 5 knot speed limit, particularly in the Barwon River area, and coming within 50m of another vessel. A 27-year-old Waurn Ponds man was issued a penalty notice for exceeding the speed limit on Tuesday January 14 at around 8.15pm. The man was using a PWC in the Barwon River, in an area that was only around 1m deep and raising significant water spray, when a local photographer provided images to police. Anyone who witnesses risky behaviour on the water should contact triple zero (000).

Hydrant warning

OCEAN Grove Fire Brigade has urged locals to ensure that fire hydrants and their markers are not obscured or blocked by fences, plants or other obstacles (as pictured above in Ocean Grove last week). They say that this could create unnecessary delays in an emergency situation. It is also a legal requirement to keep them clear.

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You won $10m?

Walls go up on Terrace

Blair Dawkins. Fingers crossed for locals Marcel and Barry.

SINCE the claim of the $10 million, sales at the Ocean Grove Tatts & Cards has sky rocketed, with people splurging on trying to win the next big prize. “Being here everyday you notice the different faces and know who the regulars are, and there have been quite a few new faces,” Owner Blair Dawkins said. “People keep coming in and asking me who the winner was, but I have no idea! I got a call from Tatts saying it had been claimed, and the only thing I was told was that the person was from Victoria and won through purchasing a Quickpick.” According to Blair the extra interest generated by the win hasn't died off. "Just because it's been won here once doesn't meant it can't happen again," Blair added. Clearly some people share that view. The Voice overheard one woman in the Terrace saying "Tanner, you're in Division One land now."

"OCEAN Grove Tatts Lotto Shop sells winning ticket," TV and press reported. The town has been abuzz since last Tuesday when it was announced the winning $10 million Oz Lotto ticket was bought from our own Ocean Grove Tatts & Cards. The numbers 28, 17, 19, 14, 21, 20 and 29, with supps 1 and 45 were the winning combination for the lucky recipient, who has chosen to stay anonymous and claim the top prize directly with Tatts. “I really hope it was a local, but whispers tell it may be a tourist just passing through,” a local along the Terrace exclaimed.

Caravan ready to head home

Bruce Ward and Ted Price fo the Men's Shed.

V O L U N T E E R craftworkers have completed a two-year project to restore a gypsy caravan. Ed Coreless, from Wallington’s WRG, gave the caravan to Ocean Grove and District Men’s Shed to restore in lieu of two years rent at the Shed’s site. “Win and Ed just didn’t want the caravan to rot away,” Men’s Shed Coordinator and Treasurer

Bruce Ward said. Doug House, the Men’s Shed and the caravan’s project manager, helped finish the restoration, tirelessly carrying out jobs with his team such as waterproofing the roof of the caravan, sourcing and making broken parts, electrical work and the restoration of the kegs and pot bellied stove. “Plans for the caravan’s future include attracting the attention of passer byers

on Grubb Road outside Wallington’s WRG, where a fiberglass horse will be placed in front of the caravan,” Bruce explained. The Men’s Shed is looking forward to showing the community the finished project. It will be on display at an ‘Evening at the Shed’ this Wednesday January 22 at 6pm. To attend the event, contact the Men’s Shed Secretary Ted Price on 0411241435

BUILDERS have started construction on the new retail and apartment living precinct on The Terrace. Concrete panel walls were lowered into place on the site of the Westpac Bank building.

Cannabis charges A 39-YEAR-old Ocean Grove woman has been charged with trafficking and possession of cannabis. She has been released on bail to appear at Geelong Magistrates Court on March 21.

Fireys tackle gas leak

OCEAN Grove fire fighters attended a gas leak last week. The leak happened when a resident accidentally went through a pipe in a lawn in Collendina last weekend. The crews made the area safe until a gas contractor arrived on scene. Local fireys pointed out that there is a requirement to 'Dial Before You Dig', using the number 1100. They will give you the location of underground utilities so that they can be avoided.

Rotary market OCEAN Grove Rotary Market is on Sunday February 2 from 8am to 1pm at Kingston Park. The market features dozens of stalls and helps raise money for community projects and groups.

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Local 'improving' after Grubb Road car crash WELL known local community volunteer Jo Hawthorne is making slow but positive progress in hospital after a horrific crash on Grubb Road a fortnight ago. Mrs Hawthorne’s car was travelling south on Grubb Road just after 4pm on Tuesday January 7 when her Toyota Yaris was in collision with a Nissan Navara ute. Paramedics, SES, police and fire brigades dealt with entrapments, cutting the roofs off both cars. Police closed the road for several hours while the rescues were performed. A man and a woman in the ute were treated on the scene for minor injuries. Mrs Hawthorne was stabilised in a road ambulance before being carefully transferred to the air ambulance. She was taken to the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne and spent the first few days in a coma but has since come out of that and shown daily improvements, say family. Her husband Peter and her daughters Lucy,

Susan and Annie have remained by her bedside throughout. Peter and Annie spoke with the Voice last week and relayed the encouraging news that she was gradually improving. “She is stable and having fantastic treatment at the trauma clinic at the Alfred. “There are daily improvements, she is conscious but with limited communications. But she is communicating,” they said. Her future recovery is likely to be slow and tedious but her family are very hopeful that there will be a positive outcome. “It is such a caring place,” said Peter. Jo Hawthorne is a well know member of the Ocean Grove community, having served as the long-standing member of Ocean Grove Community Association, including a spell as its president. Ironically she had been helping others earlier on the day of the crash, Mrs Hawthorne giving blood for the 55th time that morning.

Emergency services combined to deal with two entrapments in the Grubb Road crash.

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Boat safety sinking in TWO HUNDRED visitors last Sunday took to the Ocean Grove boat ramp to ensure they don’t become a statistic this summer. Boat Safety Day proved popular for locals and visitors, with those who attended learning life saving information for when they use their kayaks, canoes, boats or jet skis. “This year was a lot better than previous years, it was great to see everyone taking advantage of the free boat inspections and take part in exchanging information on boat safety, which is what the

day is all about,” Maddie Glynn from Barwon Coast said. The event provided an array of hands on activities to help create awareness of responsible boating. This included learning about specific areas and zones whilst boating, knowing what gear you must have in your vessel and what you should do if you do find yourself in strife at sea. Barwon Coast, Victoria Police, Parks Victoria, Transport Safety Victoria’s Maritime Safety Division and other local environmental groups supported the successful day.

Liesl Brauer, Cameron Shallard, Bruce Pollard, Barry Joyce and Robert Uebergang.

Water police, Barwon Coast and Transport Safety Victoria’s Maritime Safety Division were on hand to help advise boat users at the Ocean Grove Boat Safety Day.

There was plenty of information to take away on boating, fishing and being environmentally aware.

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Reader Barbara Smith says Ocean Grove (left) should have more trees planted on the nature strips, like Point Lonsdale (right).

Call for trees on nature strips Dear Editor SEASIDE village Ocean Grove is a fabulous place to live. It is a favoured town for tourists who enjoy the pleasures of visiting a seaside village. We have an ideal combination of curious history and modern convenience. The trouble is, much of Ocean Grove has the appearance of city suburbia. This could be

addressed by filling our streets with greenery, like tea trees or council approved small eucalypts. When you visit the older part of Point Lonsdale, the atmosphere of beachside relaxation is embodied in the tree-lined streets. This could be possible throughout Ocean Grove too. With council approval, suitable, non-aggressive trees could be

planted on every nature strip, flourishing and transforming the bare, unadorned streets within a few years into a visually lush haven. Our plain, unadorned streets could have the appearance of a beautiful sanctuary township nestled by the spectacular ocean. I urge Ocean Grove residents to approach the council to plant

nature strip trees in your street. If we all expressed a desire for this change, the council may be able to budget for further greening. Two of the plants generally approved by the council for nature strip planting are Corymbia Ficifolia and Agonis Flexuosa Burgundy. Barbara Smith Ocean Grove

area over the next 12 months. Under Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s existing street tree policy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; if a resident asks for the planting of a street tree in front of his or her property, every attempt will be made to

comply with this request, and in most cases a suitable tree is planted as per the request." City of Greater Geelong Council spokesperson

Council said... "In the past 12 months Council has planted between 150 and 200 street trees in the Ocean Grove-Barwon Heads area. They are a mixture of indigenous

species. During the approaching budget deliberations councillors will be considering a proposal to increase the numbers of street trees planted in this

Cancer Support Group thanks

Mannerim CFA garage sale

Dear Editor The Ocean Grove Cancer Support Group would like to thank all the wonderful people we have in the Bellarine area for all their kindness again in helping our group through last year. I also would like to thank all at the Star of the Sea School and also the Dove op shop for their contribution during 2013 and hope it can continue again this year. Well done everyone. Rob Burns Ocean Grove Cancer Support Group

MANNERIM CFA is holding its Annual Garage Sale on Sunday January 26 between 8am-1pm at The Big Shed located close to the Corner of Swan Bay Road and Banks Road Mannerim. It is the brigade's major fundraiser with all proceeds going towards new equipment for the brigade.

Senior and junior brigade members highlight the fact that the garage sale will be on Australia Day.

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Cheers for two years of market BELLARINE Farmers Market is celebrating its first two years of operations at Ocean Grove Park. The monthly market attracts about 20 stalls - and hundreds of customers are returning on a regular basis. Organised by Sally Waites, the market also gives local community groups a chance to raise their profile and funds by

operating a free stall. Sally said she hopes the market can attract more fresh food stalls as well as seafood and other community groups. They would also like to see more buskers taking up the chance of performing at the markets. The markets are on the third Saturday of the month from 9am to 1pm.

Locals rally to help positive couple cope with cancer burden MITCH Trickey has endured more chemotherapies than he can count on two hands. After feeling flat and experiencing dry, itchy skin, night sweats and a sizeable lump in his neck, Mitch was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in 2005. Despite a tireless amount of treatments and clinical trials over the past eight years, the disease has persistently returned. “I think the hardest thing has been the uncertainty and not being able to plan a year, six months or even a fortnight ahead,” Mitch explained. Mitch met his now wife, Lauren, who grew up in Ocean Grove, during a summer where the two worked together at Tonik in Barwon Heads. “Things kind of just blossomed from there. Since getting married, we’ve booked our honeymoon twice and both times we've had to cancel because of the cancer. We’ve learned the hard way that it pays to read the fine print on the airlines refund policy.” Mitch said. Mitch’s latest journey has been undergoing a risky but potentially life saving Bone Marrow Transplant. As he didn’t have an adult bone marrow match worldwide, match in the form of two umbilical cords full of stem cells was flown in from the USA.

Mitch and Lauren on their wedding day. “So far this treatment has been incredibly successful, and he is regaining his strength and health,” Mitch’s close friend Kate Greskie said. Kate and her friend Anna have known Mitch since they were babies and have decided to help out. “Mitchell and Lauren are very positive people and always offer to help others despite their situation. They live their lives as normally as possible and make the most of every day and moment,” Kate said. On Saturday night a sold out fundraiser was due to be held

at One Day Estate, Curlewis, an event Kate and Anna helped organise for Mitch and Lauren to cover the cost of his medical bills and raise money for the Fight Cancer Foundation. “Mitch and Lauren have had years of not being able to work and the financial burden of clinical trial medications, so the event was a way of helping them out. We are very grateful to the four major local sponsors of the event which were One Day Estate, Starfish Bakery, Bellarine Property and P&R Food Services,” Kate said. At first Mitch and Lauren were

apprehensive about the fundraiser, struggling with the limelight. “We’ve never felt hard done by or saw myself as someone deserving of such overwhelming generosity, but if I look at it from someone else's perspective I can understand why people have been so supportive,” Mitch graciously said. Mitch believes living on the Bellarine has helped his journey be a little more bearable. “During my weak times I'd love nothing more than getting down there with the dogs and walking as far as could, rarely seeing another person. Now that I have some strength back and my permanent drip has been removed, there is nothing more revitalising than getting back in the water and attempting to surf,” Mitch said. “The people in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads are so lovely, I love living in a place where you have to learn to drive one handed because you're constantly waving to someone,” Mitch added. The Trickey’s goals for the future are pretty simple. “We hope to just live a happy and healthy life with the people we love and maybe add a few little people to that list!” Mitch said. To donate to the Fight Cancer Foundation or to Mitchell directly people can email Kate Greskie at: kate.greskie@hotmail.com.

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Rugged up for monster movie in the park

SIZZLING: Ocean Grove Scouts fired up the barbecue.

PIZZA TO GO: Shawna, Erin and Taylah. A COOLER night meant locals and visitors had to revert to the traditional rug up for the first open air film show at the park on Saturday night. After the week of forty plus temperatures even 20 degrees seemed cool. But those that made it took the chance to socialise, enjoy some fairy floss, get their face painted and chill out with family. The weekend movie was Monsters University.

The next movie night will be a surf movie at Ocean Grove Park on Saturday February 8. The movie on show will be Drift - Two Brothers, One Dream, No Rules. Entry is free. Event starts at 7pm with the movie commencing at about 9.15pm (depending how dark it is). The movie nights are put on by Ocean Grove Community Enterprise and the Ocean Grove Voice, with support from local businesses.

The Jones and Hayes families at the open air cinema.

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SETTLED IN FOR SHOW: Local youngsters ready for movie.

Take to the sky

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Discover the Leura ambience GEELONG HELICOPTERS operates daily from the Geelong Waterfront on the Yarra Street Pier and also by appointment from Barwon Heads Airport, providing a professional, safe and value-formoney helicopter service specialising in scenic flights, private charter, aerial photography and tours. Whether you live in Geelong, travelling down for the day or are passing through, a helicopter ride

is a guaranteed way to make your trip even more memorable. Let Geelong Helicopters show you Corio Bay, Geelong CBD, Barwon River, the famous Bells Beach and Torquay, the Gate way to the Great Ocean Road from a view not seen by all. Once you've experienced vertical flight you'll understand why everyone loves the feeling of flying in a helicopter.

IF YOU haven’t yet been to Leura Park Estate, it’s definitely time to discover what you’re missing out on! With a mighty reputation for award-winning wines as well as a delicious line up of stunning gourmet stone based pizzas and platters, this is the place to be for a lovely, relaxed afternoon with friends and family on the Bellarine. Instant cheer and relaxation is assured as you step into the rustic chic ambience of the cellar door and the recently opened POD (aka Opera House!), with its quirky curved concrete and steel formation, has quickly gained a reputation as one of the most striking buildings on the peninsula. Live music on Sundays from the '60s, '70s and '80s – all year round, a glass or bottle of your favourite Leura Park wine coupled with a signature al fresco platter and your experience is complete. (In addition to the lineup of premium wines to taste, here’s a tip for sparkling lovers – make sure you sample the Sparkling Blanc de Blanc – it’s just taken out the trophy as the best sparkling in the land at the recent Australian Sparkling Wine Show!) Leura Park Estate is located at 1400 Portarlington Rd, Curlewis. Phone 5253 3180. Bookings highly recommended to avoid disappointment. www.leuraparkestate.com.au

Treat in store at Ivy Hair WHAT a fun way to spend a day on the Bellarine! Head down to the Queenscliff Wharf, and you will find a great little hairdressing salon, Ivy Creations, that will pamper you and make you feel beautiful! Specialising in ladies, men’s and children’s hair design, Bec and her staff will have you looking great in no time! With a complimentary drinks menu, Ivy Creations' attention to detail will want you coming back for more.

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John earns his 60 year Jewel

The Disabled Surfing Association will be running one of its events at Ocean Grove Main Beach on Sunday February 2.

Get on board for fun day THE Ocean Grove based Disabled Surfing Association is staging one of its event days next week. Previous events have enabled scores of people to experience surfing. Sunday February 2 is the next event for DSA Ocean Grove. Registration starts from 8.30am at Ocean Grove Main Beach. The day includes plenty of in water and onland activities. The girls from Bellarine Childrens Centre will be there again to facepaint, Ocean Grove Rotary will be on hand to keep the

participants and volunteers fed for the day while the latest addition is a coffee van supplied by Luke Dalton and stocked and manned by Gloria Jeans. "We are always in need of more volunteers so please come along and see what we are all about," said the DSA's Julia Beshara. "If you're not keen on going in the water there are many jobs to be done on land. "It's an amazing day, you're guaranteed to have a great time, you'll work hard but you'll also smile all day." For more details contact Julia on 0413 925 970.

LONG SERVICE: John Hoult.

There are always plenty of onshore activities to get involed in or help out at the DSA events. Rotary (above) runs a sausage sizzle while Gloria Jeans provides a coffee stall.

OCEAN Grove’s John Hoult was presented with his 60 year Jewel for his very active Masonic Career. “I’m elated to receive this and am very much looking forward to my 70 year Jewel,” John said. On retiring to Ocean Grove in 1994, John joined the Lodge. “John has contributed to the craft in many ways and has always made himself available when called upon,” friend and fellow Masonic Lodge member Ivan Lee said.

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Tough conditions

MARK HEENAN

Three generations of the Barker family took part in this year's Blue Water Challenge.

OCEAN Grove marathon swimmer Mark Stone concedes Saturday's Queenscliff Blue Water Challenge was one of his hardest swim tests of the summer. The 53-year-old finished a credible third in the 50-59 age bracket in a time 16 minutes 14 seconds in the 1.2 kilometre swim. Stone, captain of the Boroughcoutas Swim Club, swam in the event for the third time and placed 16th overall in the main race. "It was one of the toughest (swims) I have had so far," Stone told the Voice. "Conditions wise, it was pretty choppy. "I think I came fourth or fifth last year, it was the first time I placed in the top three at Queenscliff." The well renowned swimmer could be forgiven for ‘resting and putting his heels up’ in the Blue Water Challenge after his heroic

ocean efforts this summer, but Stone defied the odds and kept ‘pushing the pain threshold’. The veteran competitor has already clocked up numerous kilometres along the Surf Coast, Bellarine and Mornington Peninsula coastline waters over the past month. This summer, Stone swam at Point Leo on December 26, Anglesea's Rock 2 Ramp swim two days later and headed to Point Lonsdale for a 1.4 kilometre swim on December 28. In the new year, he backed up at the Danger 1000 at Torquay on January 4, the Pier to Pub in Lorne on Saturday January 11 and then he raced in a two kilometre ocean swim at Sorrento on January 12. "I think I had three swims in one week," Stone laughed. MEANWHILE Simon Hinsley won overall honours to claim this year’s Queenscliff Blue Water Challenge in a time of 13 minutes and 25 seconds to finish ahead of Nathan Chenco

(13:50) and third-placed Tommy Liubinas (14:20). Flynn Drake won 600m race aged for 12-13 year olds in a time of 8 minutes and 38 seconds. IN other news, 450 participants took the plunge and competed in both the 1.2 kilometre Blue Water Challenge and the 600 metre swim. Queenscliff Blue Water Challenge Race Director, Margie Heffernan, said the decision to shift the Open Water swim from Australia Day long weekend to Saturday January 18, a week earlier proved popular for competitors. “We had a lot of positive feedback, people said traffic and parking was easier,” Heffernan said. “Competitors can now go away on an (Australia Day) long weekend and do that. “If we can stay on this weekend, we will. “The feedback from the locals was it’s great the (Blue Water Challenge) is not on a long weekend.”

Local swimmer Mark Stone (right) with fellow 50-59 place-getters Stephen Osborne and Tim Boness

Queenscliff Blue Water Challenge Race Director, Margie Heffernan with Zachery Hussain, 16, from Geelong Swimming Club. The Boroughcoutas Swim Club helps sponsor up and coming swimmers like Zachery through events like the Challenge.

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Boroughcoutas Swim Club volunteers who put on the Blue Water Challenge.

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Once a Grubber

Once A Grubber… In this four part series, former Ocean Grove resident, Rod McLure, looks back on how Ocean Grove has been a continuous thread throughout his life. Part One, number 100 The Terrace.

My earliest memories of Ocean Grove are related to my aunt’s house at 100 The Terrace. The house is still there and despite a few minor alterations it appears pretty much as I remember it. The old wire fence is gone and the grassed area that used to lead down the back is now a gravel driveway but not much else seems to have changed. These days the property is home to Bellarine Podiatry. Aunty “Y” was my mother’s eldest sister. Her real name was Ivy Swanson but for some reason we kids called her Aunty Y. My aunt moved to Ocean Grove sometime in the 1950’s. Prior to that she lived in a house in Fenwick Street, Geelong , just up the hill from the railway station. Before Fenwick Street, Ivy lived with her husband, Albie (a bus driver) and their only child, Margot, in a bluestone cottage in Breakwater. She moved to Fenwick Street after Albie had passed away and Margot had married. I do recall that somewhere around this time my aunt had an operation for bowel cancer (something my own mother would go through later in her life) and finished up with a colostomy bag. Anyway, Ivy packed her belongings and left Fenwick Street for life in Ocean Grove. It seemed an odd move because my aunt was not a beach person and had no family connection in the coastal town – but she did not go alone. Aunty Y was an animal lover and especially fond of dogs –more so than people! Two of her favourite canines - a couple of Pomeranians - were buried in the backyard of her Fenwick Street home.

Aunty Y with her daughter Margot (Semple) and grand-daughters Clare and Helen. Helen is the baby in the photo and was the first baby born in Ocean Grove after it was officially declared a township. Barely visible on the ground is a bundle of fur – Louie, the Pekinise. would sit on my aunt’s During our conversation bed, look out the front Helen mentioned she was window and bark at any actually born in my aunt’s passer- by who happened house, not only that, she to be strolling down The was the first baby to be Terrace. born at Ocean Grove after As far as my aunt’s it was declared a township. house goes, I particularly The Geelong Advertiser remember a kind of (26.9.58) even had a alcove off the kitchen couple of paragraphs with windows out into under the heading First the garden. I remember Township Baby for Ocean sitting there with my aunt Grove. while she drank a cup of It said … Helen weighed tea and most likely I had a five and one half pounds Aunty Y (Ivy Swanson) in lemonade. and mother and daughter her later years. Outside this alcove was are progressing favourably Ivy could not bear to leave a rickety staircase that led … Mrs Semple wanted them, so she dug them up onto a flat tarred section the baby to be born in and took them with her of the roof from which Ocean Grove … at the to be reburied in her new, you could view the ocean. home of her mother, Mrs There was a sleep-out in Swanson, in The Terrace. expansive garden. Somewhere around The house at 100 The the backyard and further Terrace was on a double down the garden path, that time, perhaps a few block of land. It was not underneath some pine years later, there was one a grand home but I felt trees, was the outdoor holiday at Aunty Y’s that dunny. stands out in my memory. comfortable there. The Terrace itself was a It was only time I can While some people found my aunt to be a far cry from the shopping recall my mother coming to stay. reclusive person, I had strip it is today. The only shops I Usually I would have a fondness for her that I remember from that time caught the bus on my can’t explain. Once settled at Ocean were Skinner’s corner own but on this occasion Grove, Aunty Y acquired store and haberdashery, my mother and young various dogs to keep her and a fish-n-chip shop brother, Steve, came too. When staying at my company. The one I most called The Do-Duck In. When doing some aunt’s house I would remember was a snooty little Pekinise called research for this story, normally have slept in the I spoke to my second spare bedroom but mum Louie. Louie was a low-to-the- cousin, Helen (Aunty Y’s took that room and Steve and I bunked in the sleepground bundle of hair that grand-daughter).

out. I seem to recall we did not sleep very well, being a bit spooked by the wind whistling through the pine trees and various other banging and rattling sounds. This holiday was memorable for two reasons. One, I have this recollection of my mother being happy. It was rare that she and her sister saw each other for any great length of time, so that was special. The other reason was not so pleasant One day, mum, Aunty Y, Steve and I packed a picnic and walked from my aunt’s house down Eggleston Street, through the sand-dunes to the beach. Aunty Y had found some bathers for mum and while Steve and I splashed in the shallows, built sand-castles and generally mucked around, mum and my aunt sat on the beach and talked – for hours! I don’t recall a beach umbrella or any kind of sunburn protection. Aunty Y, Steve and I seemed to fare alright, but mum got burnt – badly burnt. The sunburn developed into blisters and my mother was in a lot of pain. I’m not sure whether the doctor was called but I think she spent many days recovering. Despite the unfortunate episode of the sunburn, I remember it as being a special time. I can’t recall any other occasion that would pass as a family holiday, and I have a feeling that mum, with five kids and a continuous struggle to make ends meet back in East Geelong - even if just for a fleeting moment may have envied her sister the peaceful solitude of her life at 100 The Terrace, Ocean Grove. Next Time: Dandy’s Beach.

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Savvy teen offers food for thought STEPHANIE NAYLOR

Reader's stunner A beautiful capture from Ocean Grove beach by local Greg Thompson.

WALLINGTON teenager, Megan Kennedy, has created a youth driven social enterprise with one mission: to create a better world starting with the food we eat. Megan, a committed vegetarian since the age of six, founded the Bruschetta Bar two years ago as a 12 year old. “I wanted to provide a kind take away food alternative to the traditional sausage sizzle you find at your markets and fairs and at the same time raise funds for animal charities,” Megan said. The year eight Christian College student was eating Bruschetta in Melbourne when the idea came to her. It wasn’t long before her Dad’s combi van was transformed into a travelling shop front. “After attending six events with the combi, we thought we should upgrade to a bigger space, so we found a hot dog trailer and redesigned it as the Bruschetta Bar,” Megan said. Megan decided to become a vegetarian after learning of the treatment of animals in the live export industry.

“So many people don’t know what our animals are going through, and there’s so much yummy vegetarian food out there, I especially love Mum’s lentil soup,” Megan explained. Currently, you will find Megan along with her family and friends running the Bruschetta Bar at the Torquay Nightjar Festival, the Point Lonsdale Community Market and the Bellarine Grower’s Market. Ingredients within the bruschetta, are banana bread and pasta made from locally sourced ingredients. “Each of us really can make a difference for ourselves, our communities and the future of our planet through the food choices we make. Bruschetta Bar makes this easy for people at events and markets,” Money from every bruschetta sold supports animals via local charities such as Edgars Mission, a sanctuary for farm animals. “When I’m older, I want to open an organic food store connected to a restaurant with my sister Evelyn,” Megan exclaimed. For more information, visit: www.bruschettabar. com.au.

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Back left: Ned Weatherly with other local weightlifters at the Geelong club championships at Heavy Metal Barbell in Ocean Grove.

Ned lifts Aussie record MARK HEENAN LOCAL teenage sensation Ned Weatherly continues his rise to stardom in weightlifting after he broke an Australian record in Ocean Grove earlier this month. The 16-year-old Bellarine Secondary College student broke an Under 17 national record in the Clean and Jerk after Geelong Weightlifting

Club competition was hosted at Heavy Metal Barbell in Ocean Grove on Sunday January 12 It was an amazing day for the talented sporting prodigy, who celebrated his 16th birthday on the day with his lift of 120 kilograms. IN other news, 21 weightlifters including Ocean Grove’s Ned Weatherly, competed at the Victorian Weightlifting

Association meet at Heavy Metal Barbell in Ocean Grove on January 12. Competitors ranged from nine-year-old exciting youngster Milo Marich to the oldest participant 72-year-old Frank Parsons. Female and male competitors took part in the Snatch and Clean and Jerk in the Victorian Weightlifting Club judged event.

Heavy Metal Barbell coowner, Rick Jackson, said along with the support of the Geelong Weightlifting Club which helped organised the day, the competition could be soon an annual event in Ocean Grove. “The Victorian Weightlifting Association was really happy with the event, it all went smoothly and they are looking to make it an annual event in

the future, which we are really happy about as well,” Jackson said. “The Victorian Weightlifting Ascociation are really keen for us to be pushing weightlifting on the Bellarine Peninsula. “We had between 50-100 spectators during the day.” Ocean Grove local and World Masters Games participant Elaine Janes was among the 21 competitors that took part.

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True love STEPHANIE NAYLOR A DIAMOND Wedding Anniversary was celebrated by two Grovers last week. In 1954, Alec and Alison McLachlan married in a Ballarat church, in a heat wave nearly identical to what the town experienced last week. “I remember it was 104 degrees Fahrenheit, my bouquet of water lilies wilted, but that was really the only hiccup on the day,” Alison laughed. Alec, 85 and Alison, 83, celebrated the 60 year milestone at The Heads Restaurant in Barwon Heads, with 17 of their close family and friends, including their three children, six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren “Alison’s bridesmaid Faye flew all the way from Sydney to celebrate with us, it was a lovely day,” Alec said. Meeting young at 13 years old in Ballarat, Alec, a singer, needed a pianist who ended up being Alison. “We used to sing the song ‘I love you truly’ together, even before we were married, which has really been the fortune and foundation of our marriage all these years,” Alec gushed. The couple bought a holiday home along the Avenue in 1964,

TODAY: Alison and Alec McLachlan.

where only a handful of houses occupied the street and dirt road at the time. “We’ve really seen most of the growth and progress Ocean Grove has made over the past 50 years, it’s been wonderful to watch,” Alison explained. Since permanently moving to Ocean Grove in 1995 to a house two doors up from their original home, Alec and Alison have loved their quieter life, away from the hustle and bustle of Melbourne. “With Alec being a Principal for so many years and being posted all over the State, it was nice to move here and have some relief from the city,” Alison said. Both Alec and Alison enjoy playing bowls at the club and

Alec and Alison on their wedding day in 1954.

being a part of the Ocean Grove Uniting Church “Everyone is so friendly, we love it here,” Alec explained. Alison fell ill in December, only being discharged from hospital on Christmas Eve, so the McLachlan’s goals for 2014 are to keep healthy. “Her eyes are a fortune, I just love her dearly,” Alec said.

Piping Hot Chicken for finger pickin' Lloyd GUITAR legend Lloyd Spiegel is returning to the Piping Hot Chicken Shop next month. Spiegel, who has eight albums, a swag of accolades and 20 years of performing, writing and recording to his name, is back at the Grove venue on Friday February 14. Spiegel has squeezed more into 30 years than many do in a lifetime. It’s that experience and presence well beyond his years that has seen him become one of this country’s leading Blues artists and most respected guitarists. His incredible command of the guitar, powerful voice and high energy performance captivates any audience. He’s played bills with legendary Blues artists from Buddy Guy and Etta James to Ray Charles, as well as artists from a range

of musical genres including Bob Dylan, Peter Frampton and Willie Nelson. Lloyd has been named in Australian Guitar Magazine's list of The 50 Greatest Australian Guitarists of all time. For the past 10 years, Lloyd has been the Premier Endorsee for Cole Clark guitars. "Spiegel deconstructs how the blues guitar is supposed to operate, makes sweet love to it, then kicks it out the back door," wrote Australian Guitar Magazine. "Spiegel has stamped himself as one of the best songwriters in the country, regardless of genre, of history, of anything. It's a powerhouse of brutal honestly," wrote Rhythms Magazine. Tickets are expected to sell out quickly. Bookings essential 5255 1566, $20.

DINING OUT

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BARISTA BANTER

with Vicki Thomason, 40, from Drysdale, Barista at Blue Fin Cafe •Favourite local building/ architecture?

•What book or magazine are you currently reading?

The Old Ocean Grove Anglican Church

'Love Wins' by Rob Bell because I''m interested in theology

•Most relaxing night out?

•Favourite music to play at work?

Dinner at any one of Ocean Grove's local resturants, they're top class

K Rock because it has a great mix of music and it's local

•Your ideal breakfast or lunch spot?

I don't drink coffee, so instead I have a spiced chai latte •Favourite coffee to make? Why?

Here at work at Blue Fin, not to be biased but it really has the best coffee and food •Best Ocean Grove pizza? Ocean Grove Pizza and Pasta along The Terrace has the best pizza in town •Favourite local shop? Ocean Grove Fresh Fruit and Veg, they have such lovely produce and supply to the cafe

•What is your own coffee order?

A short black because it's pure, unadulterated coffee! •Favourite little-known historical fact about Ocean Grove? That our town was settled by a Methodist Minister as a tent mission..

DINING OUT Cheeky choices and dog friendly THE Cheeky Cow has delighted customers with a warm friendly service, together with their award winning coffee. Jeremy and Sarah purchased the rundown Collendina Milk Bar (located on Ocean Throughway) in 2009. Their mission, to provide great coffee, good quality meals, and a friendly service combined with reasonable prices. It’s been a labour of love to create an open plan, spacious area suitable for large groups, private functions, wheel-chair and pram access. They cater for children and dogs too. Being parents ourselves we saw the need to provide a children’s play area while the parents can relax and enjoy their coffee. Your dog is not forgotten either. After playing at the dog friendly beach (across the road at 7W), they are welcomed all year round with a refreshing drink and a doggy treat. Hop off the free bus route or utilise one of our new bike racks. There is plenty of free

parking. Located away from the hustle and bustle of the shops, they offer a beachy, ambient, and relaxing experience. Their coffee is espresso Caffe Agust from Brescia in Northern Italy. The coffee has won many international awards and was chosen by the Cheeky Cow from a selection of 22 different local, interstate and international blends. After rigorous testing it ticked all the boxes and customer satisfaction is the proof. They serve two blends, the ‘equa’ and the ‘quo’. Natura Equa is 100 per cent Arabica, high altitude grown, low caffeine, and is organically grown. It supports Fair Trade and is picked from the dense green mountain coffee trees in Guatemala and Mexico. This is their house blend and being low in caffeine you can drink it all day. The Kafequo is 50 per cent Robusta, also Fair Trade, this coffee is a sweet full bodied,

rich, elegant, velvet chocolaty blend for those demanding a stronger more robust coffee fix. When you order your next favourite style of coffee, if you want something a little stronger ask for the ‘quo’. The Cheeky Cow menu boasts hearty meals. Where possible they rely on local produce and suppliers. They have created a burger menu based on feedback from their loyal customers. If burgers aren’t your thing there is something for everybody, including gluten free options, and a kids menu too. Don’t forget the cake fridge – we didn’t call it cheeky for nothing. We all need to get cheeky now and then so come in and grab an amazing coffee, a cheeky cake, slice or muffin, icecream or perhaps a spotted cow cookie or even a milkshake that you will not forget! Jeremy and Sarah look forward to welcoming you, so what are you waiting for, “Lets get cheeky” at the Cheeky Cow.

music/live events

• Piping Hot Chicken Shop - February 14 Lloyd Speigel - February 21 Jeff Lang - February 28 The Beez • Barwon Heads Hotel - Wednesday Trivia Night 7:30pm - Thursday Master of Darkness 8.30pm - Friday Happy Hour 5-7pm raffle live music - Open mic for youth show under 21's every second month on a Sunday 3pm-5.30pm. More info contact Jill Meehan 0431 606 476. • Ocean Grove Hotel - Saturday Night Live at The Ocean Grove Hotel Saturday from 9pm. • Pototo Shed, Drysdale - February 22 Class Clowns • Springdale Community Centre Hall - Making waves music/ poetry arvo every third Sun of every month 2pm - 5.30pm • Ocean Grove Bowling

what’s ON Club - February 1 Andy Pobjoy - February 8 Matt Orchard

5pm new release wines, gourmet platters and classic car displays Ph: 5250 5760

markets & fairs

• Ocean Grove Recreation Hall, Ocean Grove Calisthenics classes incorporating dance, song, ballet and gymnastics with strength and creativity Ph: 0438 055 679 • Senior Citizens Hall Ocean Grove - Monday 9.15am gentle exercises to music for 55plus, 10.15am gentle exercises to music for 65plus contact Marg on 52 551 335 - Thursday 1pm Craft Group • Uniting Church Hall Ocean Grove - Wednesdays 9am Volleyball, 9.30am exercises to music for all ages contact Marg on 5255 1335 • Queenscliff RSL Hall - Mondays 1.30pm exercises using chairs for all ages contact Marg on

• Parkes Hall Newcombe Street Portarlington - January 26 Portarlington Community Market 9am to 2pm • Kingston Park Ocean Grove - February 2 Ocean Grove Market 9am-1pm • Buy Bellarine Produce Barn - Tuckerberry Farm Saturdays and Sundays 9am-3pm

food/wine

• Leura Park Estate Sundays 12.30pm – 4.30pm Live music, sensational food and wines available Ph: 5253 3180 • McGlashan’s Wallington Estate Swan Bay Road Wallington - Open weekends and public holidays 11am -

get active

5255 1335 • Marcus Hill Hall cnr Banks Road and Bellarine Highway - Tuesdays 7.45pm – 10pm Ocean Grove Scottish Country Dance Ph: 5251 3393 • Senior Citizens Hall Ocean Grove - Mondays 7-8.30pm and Wednesdays 1-3pm Line Dancing Ph: 0413 690597 • Barwon Heads Community Hall Yoga and dance with Tara Lynch classes for all ages and abilities Ph: 0435 481 920 • Scout Hall, The Avenue Ocean Grove - Wednesday 7pm 1st/2nd Ocean Grove Scout Group Clubs Meet Enquiries Ph: 0422 700951 • Yoga classes in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads: Beginners, Hatha, Vinyas and Svaroopa Yoga Ph: 0413 955 331 or email Kerryn@bluewateryoga. org.au

reading & writing

• Ocean Grove Library – corner Presidents Avenue and The Avenue. - Wednesdays 10.30am – Toddlertime - Thursdays 11.30am Babytime - Nursery Verses - Fridays 10.30am Preschool Storytime. - First Wednesday of the month 4pm-5pm Chatterbooks junior book club for kids aged 8-12 - Third Tuesday of each month 2.30pm-3.30pm Book chat for adults. All welcome.www. geelonglibraries.vic.gov. au

family fun

• Outdoor Cinema, Ocean Grove Park, February 8, surf movie Drift from 7pm. • Koombahla Equestrian Park - Tuesday to Friday After school riding programs special school holiday courses available Ph: 52 562 742.

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• Bellarine Church of Christ Hall 17 Tareeda Way Ocean Grove - Saturdays 10-11am Tuesdays 7.30- 8.30pm Ocean Grove Toy Library Borrow a range of toys for children aged six months to six years, open to all families on the Bellarine www. oceangrovetoylibrary. org.au • Uniting Church Ocean Grove - Friday 10am-noon Ocean Grove Play Group Any children 5yrs and under welcome to join a friendly play group large indoor and outdoor area, lots of toys, great craft activities, music and story time contact Chelsea Cole at oceangroveplaygroup@ gmail.com classes & exhibtions • Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre Program with a range of courses, classes and fun activities Ph: 52 554 294

classes & exhibtions

• Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre Check our program with a range of courses, classes and fun activities Ph: 52 554 294

health & wellbeing

• The Zebra Bar Ocean Grove 1/85 The Terrace Last Friday of every month 1pm-3pm Breast Cancer Support Group (lunch and nibbles). Details Julie Rodger 0435 362 573 or julesrodg@gmail. com.

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Clubs meet Mondays Ocean Grove Bridge Club, 1pm, Marcus Hill Hall, Bellarine Highway end of Banks Road. Also Wednesdays and Fridays 1pm. Phone Marg 5256 2550. Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 7-9pm. (juniors/seniors) at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone 5255 1641. Ocean Grove & District Men’s Shed - Mon, Tue and Fri: 9am to 3pm, and Wed 9am to 12pm, 17 Smithton Grove. Phone Ted Price 5255 2595. Jujitsu, 6.30pm – juniors; 7.30pm – adults, Surfside Centre, Phone Steve 0438 019 991. First Monday of every month Bellarine Fly Fishing Association, 7.30pm, Shannon Park, Shannon Avenue, Newtown. Phone Pat on 0414 959248 or Bruce on 0407 361319 or email bffa@hotmail.com. Legacy Laurel Group of Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads, 2pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Draper St. Details 5251 2268 or 51542873. Third Monday of every month Ocean Grove RSL, 2.30pm, Club Grove. Committee meets at 1.30pm, The Terrace. Ocean Grove Garden Club, 1.30pm, Uniting Church Hall, Eggleston Street. Phone Margaret 5255 2848. Bellarine Fly Fishing Association, 7.30pm, Shannon Park, Shannon Avenue, Newtown. Phone Pat on 0414 959248 or Bruce on 0407 361319 or email bffa@hotmail.com. Fourth Monday of every month Combined Probus Club of Ocean Grove, 10am, Ocean Grove Golf Club. Friendship is our theme. Phone Marianne Rogan on 5256 1619. Tuesdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 10am to noon (adults only) at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone John 5256 2489 or Chris 5256 1996. Bellarine T.O.W.N., 5.30pm, Uniting Church Hall, Eggleston Street. Phone Doreen on 5255 2856. Ocean Grove Senior Citizens Club, The Terrace Tuesday 1pm. Also Thursday and Friday 1.30pm. Phone Dianne on 5255 2996 Rotary Club of Ocean Grove, 6pm, Club Grove. Phone 0457 315 900. Barwon Heads Chorale 7.30pm at the Anglican Church Barwon Heads. All abilities welcome to come along for a sing and a laugh. Phone Jo 5254 2670. First Tuesday of every month Ocean Grove Men’s Probus, 10am to noon, Ocean Grove Hotel, Collendina. Guest speakers, make friends. Visitors welcome. Phone Terry 5255 5587. First and Third Tuesday of every month Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club, 7pm, Moorfield Park, Grubb Road. New Lions most welcome. Phone 0418 524 873.

Wednesdays Ocean Grove & District Men’s Shed, 9am to 1pm, 17 Smithton Grove. Phone Ernie 0421 703 368. Jujitsu, 6.30pm – juniors; 7.30pm – adults, Surfside Centre, Phone Steve 0438 019 991. First Wednesday of every month Bellarine Business Women. From 7pm, Suma Park Winery, Bellarine Highway. For details contact info@bellarinebusinesswomen.com.au or 0412 199 467 Second Wednesday of every month Parkinson’s Self Help Support Group, 1.30pm, Grove Centre (next to library), Presidents Avenue. Phone Pam 5255 5152 Third Wednesday of every month Ocean Grove on Barwon Probus Club, 9.45am, St Peter’s Church Hall. Fourth Wednesday of every month Ocean Grove Angling Club, 7.30pm, Minerva Close sporting oval club house. Phone Peter 0419 782629 Last Wednesday of every month Cancer Support Group, 10am, Community Health Centre. Fourth Wednesday of every month Ocean Grove Stamp Club, 10am, Senior Citizens Hall, 101 The Terrace. Phone Dianne 5255 1372. Thursdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 10am to noon at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone John 5256 2489 or Chris 5256 1996. First Thursday of every month Ocean Grove Nightlights CWA, 7.30pm, Senior Citizens Hall. Visitors welcome. Phone Faye 5255 4430. Second Thursday of every month Prostate Support Group-Bellarine meets at Ocean Grove Community Health Centre at 1.30pm. Contact John Lee on 5221 8862 for details. Fourth Friday of every month Ocean Grove 4 Villages Mixed Probus Club, 10.30am, Club Grove. Meet new friends, visitors welcome, no waiting list for membership. Phone 5256 1671. Saturdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 3-5pm, Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Phone John 5256 2489 or Chris 5256 1996. Coasters Social group. Social events for people of working age. Dining out, movies, trivia, bands/ trivia nights. www.groupspaces.com/coasters-social-group or phone 0411 952 598.

January 2014

LUCKY TO ESCAPE GRAVEL ROAD SPILL

TURN INSIDE

FALLEN BUT NOT FORGOTTEN

RAILWAY BOOT SALE SUCCESS

SET FOR SHOW Amalee Freestone, Mia Walters and Ruby Neal.

Rookie rockers rule

A Blues Bootcamp put on by some of the most established musicians in the area has uncovered and encouraged a wealth of talented young artists. Story inside.

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Bush band strike up

The SpringDale Open Bush Band is encouraging any musician to come along and join in. A GROUP of local musicians are starting the year on a high note. The sharp and growing group of 15 have joined forces to make up the SpringDale Open Bush Band. Dennis Jones, the band organiser, initiated the group around the middle of last year. “Our aim is to provide dance music and some

entertainment for the 2014 series of Community dances at the Springdale hall. The Springdale dances are currently called Bush Dances, where the majority of the dances are basic traditional Australian Bush dances including a waltz or two,” Dennis explained. The group is an ‘open dance band’, meaning any musician is welcome at

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any session or any dance. The group is hoping to bring the band and the bush dances into the new millennium through enticing locals of all ages. “We would really like to try and encourage some young people from the community, I think it will make it more exciting and current,” Dennis said. The ensemble, made up of locals from Drysdale

and beyond, has a goal of finding out what the dancing folk of Drysdale like and want to hear. The band's first successful gig was on Saturday at the SpringDale Hall, with the Newport Bush Orchestra also featuring alongside the group. Various bands are being booked to support the Bush Band to make each dance unique. “Shortly we will be able

to play for other styles of folk dancing such as the more difficult Old Time Bush dances, Squares, Scottish, Contras and more, we're very excited” Dennis added. Musicians are welcome to join the band, call a dance or attend on the night. For more information call Dennis Jones on 0419 543 920.

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Housing review GEELONG Council has supported the preparation of an amendment to the Greater Geelong Planning Scheme to implement the findings of a review of low density residential zones in both Drysdale and Clifton Springs. Tanderra Court in Clifton Springs and Cemetery Road West in Drysdale are under review in halving their lot sized from 0.4 hectares to 0.2 hectares in areas where sewer can be connected. Opportunity for comments from the community will be available at a later date.

Around 120 cars took part in the Bellarine Cruise of the Peninsula.

Drysale show has true pulling power CLASSIC and Vintage car enthusiasts were out to play in Drysdale last weekend. The annual Classic Car Show proved to be bigger and better than any other year, with the event drawing more than 400 vehicles. From classic BMC’s to Morris Minors, to Mustangs and even Corvettes, the day was yet another success for its seventh year in a row. “We were very happy with the Cruise along the Bellarine on Saturday night and then the turnout on Sunday, there was a great variety and we're anticipating next year will be even bigger,” Event organiser and Auto Pro owner Mel McNeice said. Around 120 cars took part in the Bellarine Cruise of the Peninsula, which saw a procession start in Drysdale and drive all the way to Portarlington. “People were on

'34 Chev: winner of the classic section.

Classic Kingswoods to Chevy's.

their verandahs and enjoyed watching all the engines roar past, it just goes to show how much the community enjoys and benef its from the event,” Mel added. Amongst the local and visiting vehicles on the Sunday was a 1904 tractor, creating a lot of attention. Trucks, tractors and around 40 motorbikes were also a new addition to the show. “We saw Harley Davidsons all the way back to vintage bikes, it really added a new dimension to the day, keeping it interesting” Mel said A highlight for Mel on the day was seeing a 1934 Chevrolet. “It was really unique, 1934 cars are always usually made by Ford, so to see such a rare Chevrolet was great,” Mel explained. “We can’t wait to do it again next year,” Mel said.

Car boot sale success ANOTHER successful and sunny car boot sale at the Drysdale Railway Station was held last Sunday. “There were 20 stall holders and even some kids who set up a stall!” organiser Diane Turner explained. Locals enjoyed an array of locals snacks and grabbed a bargain in support of the Bellarine Railway where all profits from stall holder fees go to. “Jirrahlinga Wildlife Sanctuary made a special appearance, coming along and putting on a sausage sizzle,” Diane added. The next car boot sale is on Sunday February 9. For more information on buying a stall phone 0418 379 245.

Aussie day in Drysdale The Village Green will come alive on Sunday January 26 for Drysdale’s annual Clifton Springs Lions Australia Day celebrations. The community function features local bands and choirs, free face painting and the Rotary jumping castle for families and friends. Australia Day Ambassador Dr. Bronwyn King will be opening the ceremony at 11.30am. Free food will be available between 10.30 and 1pm. Other local groups such as the Girl Guides, the SES team and Captain Koala from the CFA will be along for the day.

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Fallen not forgotten STEPHANIE NAYLOR THE last thing Bob Willey thought he’d find when helping his elderly aunt move was a treasure chest. This treasure chest, in fact a metal trunk, hidden away in the house contained historic postcards from soldiers in World War One. “All the girls used to write to the boys overseas at war, I just couldn’t believe the history this trunk contained” Bob explained. This was the start of a project Bob can nearly call complete. ‘The Drysdale Boys and One Girl’ is a book Bob has filled with nearly 100 photographs and details of around 194 soldiers from Drysdale. Finding these facts out as we explored and researched more was very exciting,” Bob said. Bob’s family has lived Drysdale since the 1840’s, with he and his wife Lynette having moved back to Drysdale from Melbourne nine years ago. They currently run their family business Volta Centravac in Hancock Street. The project has been undertaken by Bob, his wife Lynette and their good friend Noel Lindsay

Above: Bob Willey at the Drysdale cenotaph. Above right, the book and Eunice Barrand, Bob’s Grandmother who had the hidden treasure. completely off their own backs. Two years of research, late phone conversations and filtering through old war records nearly sees the book complete. Noel was the Past President of Bellarine Historical Society, and was helping Bob with the book but unfortunately passed away in August last year. “It’s such a shame Noel can’t see the finished product, but we have dedicated the book to him.” The criteria to include soldiers in the book was

that they needed to be either born, enlisted, went to school, church or worked in Drysdale. “My biggest thrill throughout this process has been actually meeting the children of the World War One veterans, although at times it has been overwhelming,” Bob said. Currently, there are still children of World War One Drysdale soldiers living in Drysdale. “I’ve had to stop and detatch myself when finding out some

information, records show how soldiers specifically die, it can get quite graphic, so I have had moments when I’ve become very emotional, but all at the same time it has been interesting,” Bob explained. The book is currently in the editing process and is on track to launch in March. Above right: Henry Stanley Davis, taken about 1917. He is a fallen soldier who attended Drysdale State School and was one of three Drysdale soldiers killed in the same battle on the same night on the the Hindenburg Line in France on April 11, 1917.

Above: Dave Steel and Nick Jenkins. Left: Nick, Bree, Maddy, Paloma and Tara with Wayne Jury.

Camp full of character

Luke Harrington, Lewis Nicholson and Nick Jenkins.

MUSICAL magic was created amongst 25 youths from all along the Bellarine last week. Drysdale hosted the annual Blues Boot Camp at the Potato Shed, with a few returning to the workshop and many first timers also taking part this year. "There are always people who surprise you with unexpected talent and ability and some of those retuning have developed into such strong performers," organiser and artist Wayne Jury explained.

Participants were lucky enough to be tutored throughout the two day workshops by many well known artists. Amongst them was Ocean Grove organist Tim Neal and Clifton Springs folk singer and songwriter Sarah Carroll. â&#x20AC;&#x153;All myself and the tutors can do is guide and assist. The students create the energy and make the music. It really is an extraordinary thing to be a part of,â&#x20AC;? Wayne said. The thirst for musical collaboration amongst the youths was evident,

even throughout the hard workshops and especially when the cohort came together for a final performance last Thursday night. The general public was invited along with parents and friends to enjoy the musical groups formed throughout the camp. "It was a great turnout. The students really stood up and we had some outstanding moments. The performances were emotive, sometimes subtle, sometimes raw but so full of character," Wayne said

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Above, tyre marks lead to the trees where the Toyota Corolla came to rest, pictured right on its roof.

Car ends in trees

TWO people were lucky to escape serious injury after the car they were in crashed into trees on Soho Road, near Mannerim. The Toyota Corolla was traveling along the unsealed road, which is off Andersons Road, when it veered left and ended up on its roof in trees.

SES, firefighters, police and paramedics attended the scene. The two occupants of the car were not thought to have been badly injured but were taken to Geelong Hospital for treatment. The incident happened at about Neil Yeomans of Drysdale & District Accident Towing made light 11.30am on Wednesday. work of retrieving the well hidden wreck.

College wins cultral grant CHRISTIAN College is $5,000 richer in friendship, creative and wordly knowledge. The school has been handpicked to receive a grant to creatively show the benefits of having an overseas sister-school relationship. Students at the Drysdale

campus will combine their creative, digital and intercultural skills to showcase and capture what makes their program stand out. Many of the finished products will be showcased around the state and overseas. “The case studies will

give us an incredible insight into how connecting with students, teachers and families overseas can broaden the horizons of Victorian students,” Member for Western Victoria David Koch said. Christian College has a long standing language-

based sister school partnership with Naga High School in Japan since 1993. With the grant being part of a $70,000 case study, the successful schools had to fulfil the criteria of having partnerships for at least three years. Christian College was one to demonstrate best practice

within Victoria. “Sister-school partnerships can make a lasting difference when it comes to improving students’ intercultural and language skills, and preparing them to be active and engaged citizens of the world,” Mr Koch added.

Rotarian Colin Bartlett and Mercedes Drummond at a past Art Show.

Artists urged to join show Local artists are being urged to step up to the plate and enter their work for the 38th Annual Easter Art Show. The showcase of Drysdale’s artistic talent will soon be on show again thanks to the Rotary Club of Drysdale. Around 500 paintings are expected to enter and be on show on Easter Saturday, April 19th, and Easter Sunday. “Each year this event raises up to $20,000 which is used to benefit local and international projects,” Caroline Rickard from the Rotary Club of Drysdale said. Funds raised in the raffle are also donated to the Andrew Love Cancer Centre. Last year the Art Show raised $5,500 for the centre. Soon Drysdale will see members around town selling raffle tickets for $1.00. The show will take place at the Christian College Sports Stadium in Collins Street, Drysdale. To enter your art work, find the entry forms at: www. drysdalerotary.org.au or contact Art Show Chair Caroline Rickard on 0408 989 221

Last year's Drysdale Rotary art show.

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Club pro ams

Jarrod Lyle drives off at the Clifton Springs Golf Club Pro Am.

Pictures: STEVEN KING

Younger takes out Clifton Springs Golf Club Pro Am MARK HEENAN

BACCUS Marsh golfer Josh Younger took out this month’s Clifton Springs Golf Club Pro Am highlighted with an ace hole-in-one on the 13th hole. The 29-year-old fired a sizzling round of 64, defeating Curlewis Golf Club trainee Deyen Lawson by one stroke at the

Sunday January 12 event. It was back-to-back wins for Younger, who won the 2013 event, and scored seven birdies. Clifton Springs Golf Club General Manager, David Milne, said the day attracted more than 230 golfers with playing appearances

from professionals and celebrities. The day was dominated with AFL Geelong footballers Harry Taylor, Jackson Thurlow and Jimmy Bartel playing a full round of golf. “Yes it was an excellent day for golf, from a golfing point of view the event is a great marketing tool and good exposure for the club,” Milne said.

CHAMPION; Josh Younger.

Pictured from left: Steve Jones, Jackson Thurlow and Harry Taylor.

prove big hit

More than 200 players in Curlewis Golf Club Pro Am RECORD numbers turned out for this month’s Curlewis Golf Club Pro Am held on Monday January 13. The event attracted a f ield of 232 competitors made up of 137 member and sponsored guests and 95 professional golfers. The day included

playing appearances from professionals cancer survivor Jarrod Lyle, Glenn Joyner and Mike Clayton, who is a well known golf course designer. Celebrities who played included former Geelong VFL footballers and media personality John ‘Sam’ Newman

and Billy Brownless, former professional and SEN personality Mark Allen and former

Australian cricketer Ian Redpath and Herald Sun golf writer Mark Hayes. Brownless acted as Master of Ceremonies at Curlewis Golf Club’s Gala Day on Sunday January 12. “I was very happy with the result, it was up on 54 players from last

year’s event,” Curlewis Golf Club president Peter Penning said. “We envisaged we would get well over 200 players, so we met our (aim) and slightly exceeded our target.” The day was marked with a hole-in-one from Steve Kent on the par 3 13th hole.

Curlewis trainee stars at Clifton Springs Club Pro Am

Deyan Lawson.

CURLEWIS Golf Club trainee Deyen Lawson admits a ‘change of grips in clubs' helped him finish second at the Clifton Springs Golf Club Pro Am on January 12. The 23-year-old shot a round of 65 to finish one shot behind winner Josh Younger, went into the event in hot form after he won the Goonawarra Pro Am in Sunbury on January 9. “I changed my grips just

before Goonawarra and I got the right size and feel a lot better and starting to hit it a lot better,” Lawson told the Voice. Lawson scored a holein-one on the ninth hole at Clifton Springs Pro Am, in addition to winner Josh Younger’s ace on the 11th hole. Lawson, a Leopold resident, is a winner of four Pro Ams including the Portralington Golf Club, Goonawarra and

two South Australianbased Pro Am events. The keen golfer has played as a fulltime professional and competed at the New Zealand Open and the prestigious Australian Masters’ event. Lawson, who plays off a handicap of five, has worked as a trainee at the Curlewis Golf Club for two years. He aims to still embark on a professional career

and play overseas. “I was a touring professional for two years and then I started the traineeship so after three years I am going to look at going overseas and playing full-time,” he said. The golfing pedigree runs through Lawson’s family with his brother Tybin working as a trainee at the Barwon Heads Golf Club and Deyan’s grandfather still playing regularly.

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Young guns join seniors ranks AS the Australian Open heats up at Melbourne Park this week, Drysdale Tennis Club enjoyed a well earned break over the Christmas and New Year season. Drysdale Tennis Club currently has three teams playing on a Saturday afternoon in the Tennis Geelong senior pennant. Section 11 Mixed are currently seventh on the ladder, with many results being much tighter than

their ladder position reflects. Players range in age from 14 to over 60 in this team, so it blends well with youth and experience. Section 12 Mixed have had a wonderful summer season and currently sit on top of the ladder. A combination of two husband and wife pairs ensures there is some laughs and discussion on and off the court. Section 13 Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s have also had a very productive

season also sitting on top of the ladder. This team consists of players that previously represented Drysdale Tennis Club in juniors and have now moved up to the senior competition. The season recommences on February 1 for another four rounds, before finals start on March 1. Good luck to all players for the remainder of the season. By Kerry Humphrey Drysdale Tennis Club

DRYSDALE SENIORS: Doubles pair Darren Humphrey (left) and Daniel Knight (right).

Brendan Arnott: Drysdale B grade v Anglesea.

Tim Shandley: Drysdale B grade v Anglesea.

Hawks looking strong MARK HEENAN

DRYSDALE have ensured they will host an A grade Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association competition home semi-final after a flawless start to the 2013/14 season. The Hawks occupy top spot with an unblemished 8-0 record, faced an away two-day task against Anglesea and won by 59 runs on Saturday January 18. Batting first, Drysdale were dismissed for a mediocre total of 208 from 67 overs against a youthful Anglesea attack. Anglesea, 0/7 at stumps on day one on January 11, were bowled for only 149 in 73.2 overs by the A grade ladder leaders on day two. Drysdale Cricket Club coach Shane Cutajar, said his bowlers had performed well after Anglesea contained the visitors on day one. “Obviously first innings back after the Christmas break and were very much in control with the ball, but were disappointed to only

make 208,” Cutajar told the Voice. “We set a pretty high standard so far this season, when we have batted first. “Really backed up well with the ball and a solid fielding performance and bowling wise and every bowler did their job and we were one bowler down.” Drysdale all-rounder Brett Harding played a match winning role after he top scored with 68 and claimed the figures of 3/49 from 22 overs and collected nine maidens. He and fellow Hawks’ bowler Cameron Clayton, who took 4/24 from 13 overs, helped put the brakes on the Anglesea batting line-up. The Hawks had serviceable contributions from opener Jason Malcolm (32), Shane Cutajar (23) and Leigh Allan (21) on day one. This Saturday, Drysdale’s A grade team plays host to Portarlington in a two-day match in round eight. Drysdale will earn a two-week break with a bye in the BPCA final

and home away fixture in round 11, before their finals campaign begins on Saturday March 8. IN B grade, Drysdale recorded a 54-run victory in their two-day round 11 match against Anglesea on Saturday January 18 at Drysdale Recreation Reserve. Batting first, Anglesea were dismissed for only 171 on day one, while in reply Drysdale compiled 9/225 from 60 overs. IN C grade, Drysdale cruised to a nine-wicket win over Anglesea at Anglesea. The visitors made light work of the 115 victory target with their score of 1/156 off 41 overs. Hawk batsman Robert Malcolm was the main batting star with an unbeaten 85. IN D grade, Barwon Heads defeated Drysdale by six wickets in their oneday clash at Barwon Heads. Batting first, Drysdale compiled 156 from its 40 overs, while in reply Barwon Heads made 4/163 from 31 overs.

Tim Shandley: Drysdale B grade v Anglesea.

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Brendan Arnott: batting for Drysdale B Grade on Saturday.

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Mike returns to SeeCureIT business

New office

The legal practice of John G O’Halloran Lawyer is now at Shop 2/65 Madeley Street Ocean Grove with Roche Accounting. Lawyer John O’Halloran’s first conveyancing file in Ocean Grove was in 1982 when he purchased a house on the Terrace and commenced legal practice in Ocean Grove. John’s son Ben O‘Halloran has now joined the practice to manage information technology and conveyancing files. Keeping it in the family, John is a graduate in Commerce and Law from Melbourne University and Ben is a graduate in Commerce from Melbourne University.

MIKE Griffiths has for the last 12 months been diligently working to service and repair computers at OG Tech headquarters in Ocean Grove. Mike was originally asked to bring his expertise to strengthen the skill set of OG Tech. Today Mike goes back to his original love, his own business, SeeCureIT. “I really care about the people of Ocean Grove and I love fixing computers. "Having my own business again means I can make the right decisions for the customer without having to get approval first. "I would like to thank my loyal customers for sticking with me no matter where I work.” he said.

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Dhaka Rotary with Helen and Craig Salmon (far right) assessing the project. Craig is CEO of the school board and they live in Anglesea.

Club helping 'street kids'

MANY eager buyers of Rotary raffle tickets have often asked this question of how the money is distributed. Last financial year money raised through the raffle and markets was approximately $42,000. $33,400 of this was distributed to the local community, SLSC, Ambulance, CFA etc. $7,800 went to Youth activities, mainly scholarships and $1,000 went to international activities, providing shelter boxes in devastated areas. While internationally we support well established Rotary projects like Polio Plus, clean Water Projects and Disaster Relief, sometimes we research and establish projects of our own. Richard Clay, International Director was chatting with Ian Bent former Ocean Grove Rotarian who told him about his brother in law Craig Salmon and his wife

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Helen who were teaching at the International School in Bangladesh. They are part of a group that founded the Solmaid Community School Solmaid Community School officially opened in January 2013. It is a project initiated by a group of local Bangladesh teachers with the support of five experienced expatriate teachers from the international School Dhaka. It is a free private school run by the Bangladesh teachers of the Solmaid Community for the marginalized children of Bangladesh, often referred to as ‘street children” The school is funded solely through donations from overseas and the local community its annual running costs are US$25,000. The program is delivered in Bengali and English and follows the Bangladesh Government Curriculum

Teaching at the Solmaid Community School. with particular focus on suggested that we aim to building literacy skills in cover the meal budget for both languages. the children Richard thought that this To ensure that this was a would be an ideal project well-founded and worthy for Ocean Grove Rotary. project Richard contacted All costs have to come out Nural Huda, President of of a very limited budget. the Rotary Club of Dhaka “We could start small North, Bangladesh to and maybe build up our investigate and report on contribution” said Richard. the school, its viability and After consultation with suitability as a project for his committee Richard Rotary Ocean Grove.

Following a thorough investigation into the school President Nural Huda summed up his report by saying that the Rotary Club of Dhaka North has no hesitation in recommending to the Rotary Club of Ocean Grove that the Solmaid School project is worthy of sponsorship. With the research done we are now moving ahead to establish reporting protocols and procedures to make sure that every cent sent is directed to the targeted area. On February 16 you may be the lucky person who gets a phone call from Rotary to say that you are the proud owner of a new car; a group of ‘street children’ in Dhaka, Bangladesh are enjoying a good meal and an education thanks to you. Margaret Campbell Rotary Club of Ocean Grove

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Getting back in the swing of the new term After a summer of sleeping in or doing things in their time, the alarm bell announcing that first day of school or college can be a rude awakening for some youngsters. Whether you're the parent of an anxious new preppy or a confident senior, heading back to school signals a time of

change: new classes, new teachers, new schedules, and a new social scene. Dread it or love it, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got to go to school. Here are some ways to make the transition from Ocean Grove beach and hanging out with friends and back to the classroom a little easier.

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Glenda McGrath

Glenda McGrath has a passion for helping students to achieve their full potential at school. ‘I believe every child can learn if provided with good teaching and learning strategies. Building a child’s confidence is really important.’ After operating a Tutoring Centre in Ocean Grove for fifteen years, she is now tutoring independently. The benefit for parents is that they get a highly qualified, experienced teacher and expert tuition that is more affordable. Call 0481 310044 for a free assessment.

Encompass College

Encompass among the top trainers in Australia Local registered training organisation, Encompass College of Education and Training, is recognised for the quality and excellence among their trainers. In 2013, the modest organisation had a finalist in both the ACPET Teacher of the Year Award, as well as the Learn Local Award for Excellence. “Our trainers deliver the most up to date qualifications, bringing knowledge to the classroom from working in the sector. They employ a number of different strategies when approaching training to assist students to reach their full potential,” says Education and Training Manager, Debi Hope. She continues “We try to stay away from jargon and we make it a priority to encourage our students to embrace learning and

be passionate about trying new things.” Encompass College of Education and Training delivers nationally accredited courses in Geelong, Werribee, and Bannockburn. The courses offered include Disability Work, Aged Care, Home and Community Care, Community Services Work and more. Based on Pakington Street, Encompass College of Education and Training offers small class sizes in a flexible and inclusive environment. “Contact us today and register now for courses starting this February” says Debi.

Gordon Institute of TAFE

While studying at The Gordon, apprentices from a wide range of areas – beauty care, bricklaying, cabinet making, cookery, hairdressing, retail baking, landscape construction and joinery – are invited to compete in WorldSkills competitions. WorldSkills competitions are run at a regional level and are an exciting opportunity for talented apprentices to compete against their peers in 7.5 hour events. The 2013 gold medal winners for the WorldSkills regional competition across the eight categories are all Gordon students, many who work in the Geelong and Surf Coast area. These winners now have the opportunity to compete at the national competition this year. Students will embark on an intensive training regime in

preparation for the three day event in Perth where they will compete against their peers from thirty regions across Australia. Winners from the national competition will then have the opportunity to compete in the world competition in Brazil in 2015. A fantastic opportunity to represent Australia as well as enjoy international travel. “We have been impressed with the high level of expertise and enthusiasm shown by the students. It’s a fantastic opportunity for the students to hone their skills in a competition environment and have some fun,” says WorldSkills regional coordinator, Gary Barnes.

Mudge’s Shoes

Mudge’s Shoes have been fitting school shoes for nearly 20 years, selling all the best and most trusted brands to ensure comfort and durability for your child’s school year. Feet come in different shapes and sizes, that’s why being correctly fitted is vital and essential to make certain the shoe you purchase is the shoe best suited for your child. Your child will wear their school shoes 5 days a week, most likely more than any other shoe throughout the year, therefore their feet need to be happy and supported in their school shoes. Mudge’s Shoes also sell a large range of sport shoes from leading brands Adidas, New Balance, Skechers and Sfida.

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Kip McGrath

NEW to Ocean Grove is an innovative and state of the art teaching space for babies through to VCE students. Sharing this space is Apple Seed Education and Kip McGrath Bellarine Peninsula. The Apple Seed Classroom and Kip McGrath Bellarine Centre has an innovative, open and flexible design, which can be used for a range of activities. This space has been designed specifically for 21st century learners. Apple Seed Education offers classes for babies through to six year olds in yoga, science, literacy and drama. Apple Seed classes plant the seed for the skills they need! Kip McGrath Bellarine Peninsula offers professional tutoring for student’s aged 6 -18 in English, Mathematics and Science. This is a Gen2 Kip McGrath featuring creative and modern facilities, resources and teaching styles. Kip McGrath offers an experience that you wont get from any other tutoring company. Kip McGrath: Where students reach their full potential!

One World for Children

One World for Children is a recognised leader of competency based training programs to the children services industry. One World for Children demonstrates a commitment to excellence in the implementation of national training arrangements, and has been recognised as a leader in innovative and flexible training and assessment, with an emphasis on the individuality of training and assessment programs. From our inception, One World for Children has offered a service which aims to maintain industry relevance through linking training and assessing with industry.

Our training organisation and childcare facility are closely interlinked, sharing premises and staff. It is this unique structure that gives One World for Children a clear advantage with students and ensures that our training programs remain responsive and specific to the needs of the industry. We are excited to be able to offer our nationally recognised and highly regarded competency based training in a classroom environment. This stimulating and innovative program has been carefully developed by our team of highly experienced, specialist trainers, and includes interactive classroom delivery, hands on practical demonstration, and work placement which is designed to further enhance acquisition of skills and knowledge. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to be a participant in this exciting program. Enrolments are being taken for class based training in the Certificate III in Children’s Services CHC30712. Find out if you are eligible for a Government Subsidised place by phoning our office on 52722714, or register your expression of interest on our website www.owfc.com.au

Hedleys Educational Book Centre

Hedleys Educational Book Centre has been locally owned and operated for over 60 years, specialising in supplying educational textbooks, booklists, school stationary and library supplies for both primary and secondary schools. Their store location in central Geelong provides an open and friendly atmosphere for students and parents alike, as well as being an invaluable resource for schools and teachers. Trained staff with excellent product knowledge are on hand to answer any questions you may have when it comes to your school needs!

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environment

Working on plover watch CONTINUING on the subject of shorebirds. Some volunteers have been working at a few locations around the Bellarine Peninsula during the daylight hours to enhance the chances of survival of the Hooded Plover chicks that have hatched over the past few weeks. It's been great to see most dog owners keeping their dogs on a lead in the roped-off areas. There are still a few weeks to go until the remaining chicks can fly, so good luck to them! Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been volunteering at 8W, and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a great experience observing the birds and talking to people walking along the beach about birds. I thought I'd write about the coloured flags that can be seen on the legs of migratory shorebirds. The Australian Bird and Bat Banding Scheme was commenced in 1953. This was expanded in the 1970â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s when cannon nets were first used in Australia to catch shorebirds. Leg flags are widely used in the study of shorebirds and provide an easily visible means of identifying a bird from a particular location (plain coloured flags) or an individual bird (engraved

Bartailed godwits leg flag) without having to re-catch the bird. Each coloured flag equates to the location in the world where the flag was applied. The flags can be recorded or their codes read using a telescope. Data regarding bird locations can thus be collected over many years, allowing trends to be monitored. On large wader birds, the flags are usually placed on the tibia area of the leg. On smaller waders the flags are placed on the tibia (upper leg) and tarsus (lower leg). Flags are made from thin

plastic that can be opened and fitted to the leg of a wader, and the edges of the flag are glued together. This allows the flag to move freely on the leg without falling off. For many years plain flags have been used to establish migration routes of birds from particular areas. However, increasingly leg flags are engraved with individual codes which allow individual birds to be identified. This has revolutionised the knowledge of migration as scientists are now able to

A family of hooded plovers. record multiple sightings of individuals throughout the year in various locations Research has provided very real evidence of the vulnerabilities faced by migratory shorebirds. This information is used to lobby governments over environmental issues, particularly in the Chinese and Korean staging areas.

If you do see a bird with a few leg flags attached, you can report this to the AsianPacific Shorebird Network at mintons@ozemail.com. au. There is also a Special Interest Group, called the Australasian Wader Studies Group that can be joined through Birdlife Australia, if anyone is interested. By Jennifer Carr

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Bellarine Academy of Dance Bellarine Academy of Dance was established in 1999 and offers classes from 3yrs to adult in Classical Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Competitions, Exams and Pilates. All our students enjoy quality, professional training in a fun and nurturing studio environment. In 2014 we look forward to more amazing exam and competition results and an entertaining and fun annual performance at GPAC. Our new Pilates matwork and ball circle band classes are a fantastic way to tone your whole body and we look forward to adding Pilates ballet barre classes later in the year. Enrolments are now open for 2014, please contact Kellie Williamson on 0418 404 543. BecFaireyDance Bec Fairey Dance has dance classes for tinytots, kids and adults! Classes consist of beginner up to advanced, in hiphop, jazzballet, contemporary and acrobatics. Three locations: Leopold, Barwon Heads and Hamlyn Heights. Visit www.becfaireydance. com.au for timetable. Enquiries: Bec on 0423 663 317 enquiries@becfaireydance.com.au FUSE Dance Co FUSE Dance Co is heading into its fourth year in 2014! Principal teachers Amy and Sam

couldn't be happier with how the company has progressed with over 200 students enjoying dance in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads. FUSE now has preschool classes on a Thursday morning as well as afternoons plus classes for primary ages right through to adults. For more information please email fusedance@hotmail.com or ph 0404 400 687. GSODA After 25 years, Musicbox Theatre Company now has a new and bigger studio space allowing for more classes. As well as offering acting classes for ages 6 years to adults, we have introduced a musical theatre class for 9-12 year olds.Director Debbie Fraser has a degree in Performing Arts from Ballarat University and had more than 45 years experience as an actor in all facets of the performing arts, including TV and film. As an Award winning director of musicals and plays, Debbie was recognised for her contribution to the arts with a special Australia Day Award in 1996. To experience the passion, the thrill, the energy, the pride and discipline that is the performing arts, make sure you come along to the MAAD Studio at 405 Pakington St, St

(river end) on Saturday January 25th to enrol. All Stars Dance All Stars Dance is located in Drysdale, Ocean Grove and Point Lonsdale. Artistic Director Suzanna Bowen says it is a school for beginners as well as advanced students. Classes start at 3yrs in Ballet and Jazz and from 5yrs adding the genres Hip Hop, Musical Theatre, Lyrical and Contemporary dance.

In December All Stars Dance had an overwhelming response to their sold out show at The Potato Shed. It featured student actors performing original material with amazing confidence and individuality. It's what I love most... seeing my students learn how to perform professionally and have incredible fun at the same time.

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grove news Parade shut after crane collects power cables Police were forced to close the Parade for a couple of hours last week after a crane accidentally clipped power cables. Some local businesses were without power as a result.

Carnival smiles

Peter Evans, Julie Reaby and Ethan Newnham at the Summer Carnival. Last week the young salvos parents with respect,” young came to challenge the youth from along the Bellarine salvo Andrew Mckean from to be people who care for our community,” Lieutenant Peter attended the annual Summer Ocean Grove said. Carnival. The camp included guest Hobbs said. The event is a five day camp speakers who were Salvation “Many youth stepped up over for students of any age in high Army leaders from around the week to be people who school, full of fun, friends, the world including Michael proactively have decided to from Vancouver be a caring people known as a games, discussions and Collins teaching. Canada and Rowan Castle Salvation Army,” He added. “I absolutely loved it, it was "The people I met were really from Melbourne. nice and the positive messages “One of the Army's awesome,” Ethan Newnham from the guest speakers helped national leaders in Australia, added, another young salvo me changed the way I treat my Commissioner Floyd Tidd, from Ocean Grove said.

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Country Week

The 'Wait For It’ Team. IT is an annual tradition for several families from Ocean Grove Tennis Club to venture down the highway for a few days to Warrnambool Lawn Tennis Club. This tournament is part of the Country Week series of competitions for both seniors and junior players. Ocean Grove is always well represented, with many family members playing together to make up teams. This year they had six teams competing ranging across A grade, A Reserve and B grade sections. The tournament ran from Monday to Wednesday and

then f inals were played on the Thursday. With around 50 people from Ocean Grove there, all teams had great support during the matches. The lawn courts were well maintained and in abundance, the CWA not only had the cake stall, they had added a coffee machine this year, and shelters adorned some of the viewing areas – a vast improvement on last year. The weather was also good with a cool start turning into a perfect, sunny weeks end. But what about the tennis results? All of the matches were doubles and it was a

round robin competition. Each doubles pair played f irst to eight games, and just the one set, before they moved onto the next round. Some of the competitor teams include Geelong Lawn, Mortlake, Warrnambool, Colac, Terang and Portland. The A grade Men’s Team – Barry’s Dropshots won the Grand Final. During their f inals match they only dropped 13 games out of 36. Their team included Barry Golightly, Nick Vicary, James Kerr, Steve Vicary and David Franks. The Quiksilvers, the B grade Men’s team, came

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The Quiksilvers Runner Up in their section. A great effort by Rick Wilkens, Anthony Wilkens, Graeme Schmidt, Rod Hinrichsen, Ethan Franks and Geoff Donnelly. The other teams did very well including a team of 14 & 15 year old boys who all stepped up to play Seniors for the f irst time. They were called ‘Wait For It’ and included Zane Beazley, Rhiley James, Tom Mazouris and Ethan Franks from Ocean Grove, and Callum Hodge from Highton. The boys had a lot of fun and improved enormously as the week went on, but did not quite make the f inals.

There was one A reserve Men’s team and it included Mark Thomas, Phil Grinter, Lester Hodge, Darryl Duckett and Jarrod Hallnon. And in the women’s section Ocean Grove’s team included Julie Golightly, Stephanie Golightly, Maria Vicary, Anna Williams and Claudia Britt. Two juniors, Jye Thomas and Jack James, made a brilliant team and played in the junior section with some success. The families are not only entertained by the tennis though, most evenings the crowd get together for nighttime activities. These include dinner at a

local bowls club, pizza at a group campsite, and a night at the market and carnival. It is a great week and the result is a social and relaxing time for players and their families. All in all it was a fabulous week in Warrnambool, with great group of people. Lot’s of friendships were formed, on and off the court, and many of the families are looking forward to the next tournament on the Country Week circuit. Results compiled by Jen Franks. Go to ‘David Franks Tennis Coaching’ facebook page for results, tips and more information.

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Busy at Surf Lifesaving Club

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Grove take to high seas

An Ocean Grove team took part in the fourth round of the Victorian arm of the Navy Australian Surf Rowers League at Jan Juc on Sunday January 12.They were among more than 50 crews making up 250 competitors representing approximately 20 clubs from across the state who battled it out on the beach.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been a busy summer so far at Ocean Grove Surf Lifesaving Club, especially with the mercury topping 40 several times over the past week. Both volunteer and professional Lifesavers have been busy with the normal run of minor first aid cases, preventative actions and lost children. On the subject of lost children our lifesavers suggest that parents take a few minutes when they first get to the beach to orientate their children to a particular landmark on the beach and explain to the kids how they should use this to make their way back to the family shelter. Ocean Grove often has a gentle sweep which runs up and down the beach and children can be unwittingly moved quite some distance from their entry point only to become disorientated on leaving the water. Of course constant supervision from parents or guardians will always help. The surf club would like to take the opportunity to thank all

residents and holidaymakers for their generosity during our recent fundraising activities. Both our Annual Door Knock and the Home Hardware Rip to River presented record returns to the club, which will go a long way towards keeping lifesaving equipment up to date and planning for some substantial clubhouse renovations. Many people will have also seen our very popular Nippers program running since Christmas, with over 300 Nippers sporting their very bright fluro yellow rash vests taking on the beach and breakers in a range of games, sports and education lessons. Although the traditional Nippers program is finished for the season, many kids continue with the more advanced Surf Sports program and parents or guardians wanting to become involved can visit the club website for more information. www.oceangroveslsc.asn.au Regards Chris Paterson President

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Tournament success, Beraldo Coffee Mixed Pairs The annual Beraldo Coffee Mixed Pairs Tournament at the Ocean Grove Bowls Club has yet again proved to be a huge success with 38 teams travelling from around the country to compete. In its second year the event is run over two days and incorporates three different pairs formats. Games include 2x2x2x2 pairs, 3 bowl pairs and the cut throat 2 bowl pairs which sorts out the very best....and the very best play here with numerous state and national representatives competing. Australian squad member Samantha Shannahan from Avenue BC and Victorian U25 rep Chris Ball from Moonee Ponds were declared the winners, being the only team to win all six games (6 + 55). Last year’s winners, Linda and Matthew Flapper had to be content with runners up prize after dropping their second game by 6 shots (5 + 59). Third place went to Brooke Edwards and John Walters (Lalor) (5 + 57)

with Ryan Bevis and his partner, Melissa Intagliata from Moonee Valley coming in fourth after falling short in their last game and dropping back from first place (5 + 51). Seventeen year old Ashley Vesty from the Mathoura Bowling Club in NSW teamed up with Ocean Grove's Joan Tennent and came in fifth (5 + 20). Sophie Jolly and Michael Vessiko (Melbourne) rounded out the top place getters in sixth (5 + 18). Prizes were also awarded for best first day, best second day and best game winners for each of the six games. Without the support from Daniel Beraldo and his family we would not be able to put together this terrific event so many thanks go to him for his ongoing support. Well done Ocean Grove Bowls Club - excellent tournament all round, and a special mention to green keeper Chris Deppeler who did a magnificent job. Ocean Grove’s grass greens had to be slowed down to 10 seconds three weeks ago for the Australia vs Malaysia game and then brought back up to

Beraldo Coffee Mixed pairs Winners Sam Shannahan and Chris Ball. around 16 seconds for this tournament. GBR Champion of Champions Pairs title to OG Ocean Grove’s Matt Flapper and Craig Hodges have taken out the prestigious Geelong Region Champion of Club Champion Men’s Pairs title. Played on their home turf they had a cracking

final against Drysdales Vince Chapman and Rhys Jeffs. In a final that was shot for shot for the entire match the OG pair went into the final end one shot in front. With the final bowl to play by Hodges the game lied at level which would have meant an extra end was to be played. Hodges let rip with his trademark powerful drive and was

able to get the edge of the shot bowl and send it out of bounds which left the boys with the shot and triumphant 15-13. Flapper and Hodges will now venture to Bendigo for State Champions week in April to try and take out the Victorian Championship. Ocean Grove Holiday Carnival Another successful

Holiday Carnival 5 a side was run under the guidance of Reg Hungerford. 18 Teams took to the greens on Friday 27th December to contest the annual event. The composite side made up from Leopold and Ocean Grove took honours on the day with E. Price, J. Luke, J. Ryan, J. Mulgrew and T. McPharlane claiming the winners cheque. Another close finish to the day and not far behind the winners were locals Nancy Quinton, Val Cook, Noel Sherwell, Norm Thomas and Rod Swan who stepped up to take away the runners up prize. Best performed game prizes were awarded to the following –Mens Prs Rd 1 R. McDonald & J. Hoult, Mxd Pairs Rd 2 M. Meagher & R. Thorley, ladies Pairs Rd 3 G. Pavey & P. Almond. Rd 1 Triples G. Burkett, M. Allen, W. Takurua, Rd 2 K. Turner, M. Hungerford, M. Rogan, Rd 3 President Doug, Bulldog Greelish and Treasurer Tom. Ocean Grove Ladies Open Day Twenty teams converged

on the grass greens at Ocean Grove on the 12th January to contest the Ladies Open Day tournament. In hindsight it was lucky that the event was rescheduled from its original date which clashed with the Australia Vs Malaysia series back in December. The weather for that week would have proved a headache for tournament organizers however the day was played in terrific conditions and a great day was had by all. Barwon Heads sent their star studded team to tackle the field and they proved to be too consistent on the day and took out the major prize with K. Turner, D. Buckley, J. Walter and Skip S. Green finishing the day on three wins plus 30. Hot on the heels of the Barwon Heads girls and taking out the days Runner up prize were Ocean Grove’s own Lizzy Braley, Nancy Quinton, Pat Virtue and Skip Val Cook who finished just behind on three wins plus 28. Best game winners were given out in each of the

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and champ of champs three games played and it was L. Vincent (OG) in the first game, B. Tomkins (RSL) in the second and F. McKeenan (Drysdale) in the last game. Midweek Pennant Tuesday Midweek pennant had to wait another week to commence their 2014 competition after play was cancelled due to the extreme heat wave last week. Going into the New Year the Mid week sides are in great shape with Division One and Six sitting comfortably on top whilst Division Two and Five are holding onto a double chance position in second place on their respective ladders. Division Eight looks great if we flip the ladder upside down however I am sure a new year and new results will come their way. Saturday Pennant Fresh from the break Ocean Grove managed to sneak over the line in Premier Division in a tough contest against a very determined Avenue side. Much more competitive than the position they sit on the ladder they took it

Geelong Champion of Champions Craig Hodges and Matt Flapper to the home side on the Grass Green at Grove. Avenue got the jump early and led after the first twenty ends of the match, the Grovers rallied hard to hold the advantage at the break by a single shot. The visitors came out swinging again and took the lead by about 15 shots at the 70 end mark. The Grove boys had to dig

deep and fight for every point and were able to swing a few ends together to get back in front. Mick West and his team had a great second half of the game to get from 9 down to win by 4. Craig Hodges with Will Takurua, Andrew Barton and Ron Brown were the main stays for the home side with their 28-14 win

to secure the match points overall. Division Two have made the most of the Christmas break and came out swinging in their home match against Lara. Sitting third on the ladder Lara went into the match favourites based on our results thus far. Favourites mean not much in Lawn Bowls and anything is possible as Ocean Grove bounced back in the biggest way possible collecting all 18 match points and striking the much needed form as we progress toward the end of the season. A few positional moves paid dividends and Warren Davis skipping his first game for the season with Rod Swan, Jeff Chandler and John McConville leading the way with a massive 33-13 rink win. Chris Deppeler and his side chipped in with 2514 result on his card and three shot wins to both Ken Brown and Norm Thomas rounded out the great win. Division Three and Four battled in their games against Geelong West and Barwon Heads. Travelling to Geelong West the

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WORLD CHAMPION: Mick Fanning. Picture: Surfing Australia / Nikon - www.mynikonlife.com.au fellow elite Australian Battle national series The countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best MARK HEENAN boardrider clubs at the held at Sydney's Cronulla surfing clubs from National finals in Sydney Beach on January 25-26, Queensland, New South is the biggest boardriders' Wales, Western Australia, THIRTEENTH Beach this weekend. The Be the Influence club event in Australian South Australia, Boardriders Club will Tasmania and Victoria do battle against 15 Australian Boardriders surfing history.

will compete for over $100,000 in prize money. Thirteenth Beach Boardriders is one of two Victorian clubs, along with Torquay Boardriders, that will compete to be crowned best boardrider club in Australia. Thirteenth Beach qualif ied for the nationals after a top two f inish at the state titles. Some of the world's best surfers expected to compete include 2013 ASP World Tour champion Mick Fanning (Kirra), fellow ASP world titleholder Joel Parkinson (Snapper), veteran Taj Burrow (Yallingup) and former world tour professional Mark Occhilupo (Cronulla). The event will be televised live both days on Fuel TV.

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CONGRATULATIONS Alison Bell who has won a 13th Beach Boardriders Club Calendar 2014. Alison correctly stated that Elliott Gray has contributed photos to this year's calendar along with regular Gary Stephens. Thanks to everyone who entered.

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Amped groms on fire THE Thirteenth Beach Boardriders moved into the second half of their 2013-14 season last weekend with the Quiksilver contest running in junky two foot waves at Golfies. Gusty south-westerly winds and a small groundswell greeted the club’s amped grommets who weren’t at all fazed by the less than desirable conditions.

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JAMES JACOBI The under 14 division was first to hit the water with Sam Harris claiming the win, closely followed by an impressive Bodie Williams. Zeph Lamperd nailed a stylish layback on the inside to lock in third place with Arkie Williams, Ned Cox and Jet Lamperd finishing fourth, fifth and

sixth respectively. The under 16’s were next to do battle with the goofy foot combination of Tom Harrison and Henry Hutchins dominating the lineup. Harrison prevailed to get the better of Hutchins in what is sure to be one of many close encounters. Larry Willett surfed solidly on his backhand to place third in front of Kyle Lock in fourth.

The under 18’s final was an all too familiar tale with Tom Harrison emerging from the scrappy conditions with a substantial lead over the natural footed Will Dickson in second position. In his first boardriders event Declan Bradley’s right foot forward approach served him well to place third with his nose in front of Henry Hutchins.

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Men’s Open B, the club’s most ferociously competed division, saw Danny Dales-Sutton triumph in running lefts to claim his first Open B victory after four runner up placings. Josh Johnson-Baxter was again victorious in the men’s Open A division with a sound display of power surfing in the tricky conditions. Jemima Hutchins

further tightened her grip on the Open Women’s title with a win over Saphire Main and Imogen Werner. Cam Lamperd again prevailed in the Senior Men’s with a hard fought victory over the frothing Shane Vincent in second position. The dreadlocked Robbo did enough to place third in front of Dick Field in fourth. Despite his disappointing

showing in the Senior Men’s final, Field managed to turn it around to claim a solid victory in the Masters division. The boardriders schedule remains busy throughout the remainder of January and February with the return of the Retro Classic on Australia Day and Comp 5 on Feb 8. Head to the boardriders facebook page for more details on both events.

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Nick Wightman leads the way in the Rip to River earlier this month. Picture: LINDSAY KELLEY

MARK HEENAN STAR Ocean Grove runner Nick Wightman will head back to the Athletics track following his golden success in the region’s summer fun runs. A week after he claimed his third Rip to River 10km crown on Saturday January 4 in, the 28-yearold finished second at the 8km Mountain to Surf run event in Lorne on Friday January 10. It was the first time Wightman, who finished in a time of 23 minutes and 35 seconds behind eventual winner Matthew Bayley in 23:09, had raced in the 8km event.

Wightman who won back-to-back Rip to River crowns in 2010 and 2011, finished this year’s Ocean Grove sand based fun run in a time of 34:13. “I was pretty happy with that (being my first time), I have never even ran the track before,” said Wightman, who also won the 5km Dawnbusters event in Geelong on December 31. “The Mountain to Surf, it is bit different because through the bush there are some narrow tracks and tight corners – it is a lot different to the Rip to the River. “I will have a go next year at the Mountain to Surf, I think I will do

practice running on the course a couple of times before the race next time.” Wightman said he was pleased with the way his body recovered after racing in three events over a 10-day period. “Those three races are within a week and a half – it was good to get them done,” he said. The next challenge for the middle-distance runner will be a 5km race at an Athletics Australia tour meet in Hobart on Saturday February 1. “I am back to track running now,” he said. Wightman plans to compete in the National Athletics Championships in April in Melbourne.

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C GRADE: Sam Beasley

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B GRADE; Tom Kent.

C GRADE: Tom Beasley

B GRADE: Luke Devereaux.

C GRADE: Alan Bate.

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Bowlers earn praise MARK HEENAN

Paul Wursthorn.

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COLLENDINA cocoach Eddie Ellwood has praised his strike bowlers who dismantled Ocean Grove’s A grade batting line-up during the Cobras’ resounding two-day 43-run victory on Saturday. Cobra opening ball pair Jye Hearps (15 wickets) and Andy Higgins (21 wickets) have combined for 36 wickets in 2013/14, dominated its arch rivals with their bowling heroics. Resuming at 1/35 on day two, Ocean Grove lost their last nine wickets for 76 runs and were easily dismissed for 111 from only 44.1 overs. On Saturday, Higgins claimed a season best performance with the ball after his superb f igures of 6/28 from 14.1 overs and seven maidens, while Cobra captain Hearps took 3/26 from 11 overs. Not to be overlooked, fellow Cobra bowler Paul Wursthorn tied down the Grubber batsmen with his economical f igures of

1/49 from 19 overs with seven maidens. “They (Higgins and Hearps) have been both sensational,” Ellwood said. “Paul Wursthorn bowled the best we have seen him bowl, his spell was sensation and he did not get the reward for the result, but he bowled really well. “Higgins has been a standout all season for us, Higgins I would say he is nearly the quickest in the competition and he bowls a great line, and Hearps’ line is impeccable.” M E A N W H I L E Ellwood says his side’s win over Ocean Grove renewed their hopes of playing A grade f inals in 2013/14, in one of the most closely contested competitions in recent history. In 2013/14, the Cobras have 3-4 win loss record after eight rounds. “It has been the most even (competitions) in a long time, we still know we are a chance to make the f inals,” Ellwood said. “We have got to keep winning each week.”

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Dean Gills.

Andy Higgins.

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Cobras out on top in derby Continued from page 72. Veteran bowler Shaun Branniff, in only his third A grade game in 2013/14, dominated with 4/19 from 8.1 overs. Kieran McNally was the leading Cobra batsman on day one top scoring with 42. This week, Ocean Grove A grade faces a must win two-day game against Newcomb at Newcomb, while Collendina will travel to Jan Juc. IT was a far different story in the B grade with Ocean Grove claiming a rare outright win against Collendina in their two-day

Paul Wursthorn.

game at Ocean Grove Memorial Recreation Reserve. Batting first Collendina made 113 and 9 declared for 178 in both of their innings, in reply Ocean Grove made 3 declared for 117 and 4/178 to collect 10 points. Grubber opener Pat Kuiper was the star with the bat with innings scores of 36 and 63, while teammate Nicholas Lewis claimed 4/43 from 15 overs with the ball in Collendina's first innings. A CENTURY from Ocean Grove batsman Brad Fendyk helped his C grade team claim a 73-run victory over Collendina 1

in their two-day match at Bellarine Secondary College Ocean Grove campus. Fendyk made 104 in the Grubbersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; total of 6/282 on day one, in reply the Cobras compiled 9/209 on day two. It could have been worse for the Cobras, who were 9/114 at one stage as Neale Walter (60 not out) and Sam Beasley (32 not out) put on unbeaten 95-run partnership for the tenth wicket. IN other C grade games, Wallington (170) claimed a 59run victory over Collendina (111) in their two-day match at

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Connewarre. IN D grade, Ocean Grove 1 (6/138) won by four wickets in their one-day clash against St Leonards (132) at Len Trewin Reserve. MEANWHILE Wallington (6/134) defeated Ocean Grove 2 (7/132) by four wickets in their D grade one-day match at Charles McCarthy Memorial Oval. COLLENDINA (6/119) achieved a four-wicket win in their one-day match against Portarlington (107) at Portarlington. B and C Grade pictures page 69.

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Cobras roll Grubbers MARK HEENAN

OCEAN Grove coach Lucas Cameron says the Grubbers’ A grade season is on a ‘knife’s edge’ after his side’s disappointing loss to neighbouring rivals Collendina on Saturday. He said there are no guarantees Ocean Grove, who are now in fifth

position after eight rounds and six points adrift of fourth placed Queenscliff, would make finals even if they won their last three games. Ocean Grove who resumed at 1/35 on day two after dismissing Collendina for 154 on January 11, could only make a further 76 runs and were bowled out for only 111. “We can afford no more slip ups even then maybe still relying on other results, which is what you never want

to do,” Cameron said. Cameron paid tribute to Collendina’s bowlers who tore apart the Grubber's batting line-up, in particular Collendina all-rounder Andy Higgins after he snared his season’s best figures of 6/28. “But credit to them (Collendina) they started well and they started sharp and put the batters under pressure – Higgo (Higgins) bowled really well,” he said.

“As the scoreboard says at the end of the day, they have given us a comprehensive beating.” Higgins claimed the crucial wickets of Ocean Grove key batsmen Dean Gills (19) and David Bate (17), who both made starts. Peter Hart was the leading scorer for the Grubbers with 25. The visitors lost their last five wickets for only 33 runs. While Collendina wrapped up their

first innings victory prior to the tea break, Ocean Grove sent the home side into bat again after they were dismissed easily on day two. In its second dig, Collendina made 4/110 after 24.5 overs. It was a far contrast from Saturday January 11 where Ocean Grove took day one honours in the two-day game.

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