Ocean Grove Voice 6 February 2013 by Ocean Grove Voice

February 6-19, 2013

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THIS edition of the Ocean Grove Voice is the 100th since we returned to your letter boxes five years ago. Big thanks to our paper delivery boys, girls and grown ups who do the hard yards in all weathers. More page 37.

This woman was booked while running errands with her disabled mother.

FLUORESCENT yellow vests patrolling Ocean Grove’s main strip have stirred strong feelings this summer.

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Locals seem to love or loath the rather random sheriffs. Some say they are overzealous, unfair and bad

for business. Others say they are missed when they are not about and keep business flowing. Story page 3.

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First exhibition reflects new start

NEW Beginnings is the first gallery show for local artists Barry and Karen Shirley (pictured left) at 135 Gallery & Studio. The exhibition reflects the couple’s feelings having moved to Ocean Grove from Melbourne 15 months ago. Ms Shirley said the artwork was very colourful and vibrant, showing a development in their portfolio since the move. “If you love colour and texture, and shape and form, you will love it,” Ms Shirley said. The exhibition opens on Sunday, February 24 at 2pm, 135 Gallery & Studio, 135 Andersons Road, Drysdale.

ADVENTURE STARTS HERE: Woodlands preschool children enjoying their first week.

Kids start kinder with only a few tears

AS preps headed off to school, Woodlands Preschool welcomed two new groups of kindergarteners for the first time. Kindergarten teacher Katie Gravener said it was a busy week with the children starting, but

there had only been a few tears to date. “There have only been a few tears on the first day. Parents come in this week for an interview with us. We let them know what our aims are and also everything about the year,” she said.

“We start off with two separate groups then merge them into one big group next week. Kinder is so important for the kid’s emotional and social development and helps build the foundation for life.”

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Kaitlyn Schumann with her new bike thanks to Tony MacKenzie of Global Risk Management, Erik Vosloo of Avantiplus and John Burtt of Geelong Cycling Club.

Kaitlyn’s wheel joy BORN with cerebral palsy ,fourteen year old Kaitlyn Schurmann has difficulty walking and that’s why she rides. Touched by Kaitlyn’s story, Ocean Grove’s Avantiplus Cycles, Geelong Cycling Club’s John Burtt and fellow cyclist Tony

McKenzie donated a brand new bike to Kaitlyn. “Two years ago Kaitlyn’s mum Cathy contacted us here at Geelong Cycling Club asking if Kaitlyn could come along to junior training in Belmont,” President John Burtt said. “To see Kaitlyn on a bike

is quite confronting. In some ways the only person who seems unconcerned about her safety on the bike is Kaitlyn, so we’ve taken our cue from her.” Owner of Avantiplus Cycles Felicity Dales said John approached her and said the old mountain bike

Kaitlyn was using was too old and cumbersome for racing use. All up about $1,000 worth of new gear was put together. John believes Kaitlyn is capable of anything now she has the freedom the bike offers.

Just fine, or bad for business? FLUORESCENT yellow vests patrolling Ocean Grove’s main strip signalled multiple financial blows this summer. Locals seem to love or loath them. Either they are overzealous and out of order or need to ensure spaces are freed up. In one case a woman and her disabled mother said they were booked while she ran errands. “I ran back across the road and told him I had a disabled sticker but it must’ve fallen down when I opened my door,’ said the woman called Carol. “I was trying to get my disabled mother back over the road into the car,” she said. “I was telling him to stop and give me a second. He kept taking photos and writing up the ticket, I know he’s doing a job but he was very officious. I showed him the sticker once mum

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was in the car.” Owner of Ocean View Health Club Mark Rappa said he believes the ‘ruthless’ inspectors have turned off tourists and had a negative effect on the town. “Everyone’s been talking about it. People are getting fines themselves and feeling sorry for tourists. They pick days they know will be busy and slaughter everyone on the day,” he said. “Imagine being a family on your once yearly trip to Ocean Grove and getting a $75 fine. The ticket guy’s there all day, they’re ruthless. I know there are rules but there has to be common sense.” However, Ben Chudoschnik, owner of the Piping Hot Chicken Shop, said Geelong Council’s parking inspectors have

been vigilant and he didn’t disagree with the infringements. “I think that half hour parking’s reasonable,’ he said. “If people can’t get a park down the main street because someone’s been there for an hour and a half, they have to take their business elsewhere,” he said. “The tickets keep cars moving on and the street ticking over. The car park out the back is two hours. If they want to stay longer they can walk the extra 20 meters.” Health and Local Laws Manager Steve Sodomaco said the City’s Parking and Information Service Unit carried out patrols in all coastal areas during the holiday season due to the increase in population. “The patrols have ensured the safety of all road users and also that of pedestrians,”

said Mr Sodomaco. “With the visible presence of officers in these areas it has also ensured the equitable use of available parking spaces for motorists, ensuring a turnover of vehicles to the various shopping precincts.” Sharon Ashbridge, owner of Foam Café, said customers were finding it impossible to come in and have lunch in such a short time frame. “Over summer for them (customers) to come in and be out of here in half an hour is impossible. We’re so busy we just can’t pump people out in that short amount of time,” she said. “We’re a tourism destination not a pick up, drop off sort of place. It’s got to go back to 45 minutes or an hour.” What do you think? Contact journo@ oceangrovevoice.com.

LITTLE rain and dry conditions have ensured a busier fire season than last according to Fire Safety Officer Cindy HarrisonRoberts. “It’s definitely been busy in this district mainly with grass fires. It’s been pretty publicised that grass fires around North Geelong and Little River, have been deliberately lit,” she said. In January of this year the Ocean Grove Fire Brigade attended seven incidents as the primary call and ten incidents as the support call. “The OGFB had a tanker with a crew of five respond to the Little River fire on January 6. The crew was tasked with ensuring that all traces of the fire were extinguished,” she said. “A couple of days later the tanker responded with a crew of five to assist a fire outside our area in Chepstowe. They remained on scene from 4.40pm until they returned home at 12.20am.” Last week they were called to a dishwasher fire in Queenscliff. The occupants were alerted by their smoke alarm.

Movie night A FREE movie night run by Ocean Grove Coastcare hopes to spark interest and awareness amongst Grover’s. Coastcare’s Jackie Scally said The Piping Hot Chicken Shop will screen ‘Minds in the Water’, a film that touches on ocean conservation issues. “The movie’s got a really fun surf element that many people in the community will be able to relate to. We hope the film will bring people together and generate some enthusiasm,” she said. “We want people to learn more about what people can do to help the local coastal environment. It will be a relaxed evening for everyone in the community and should be really fun.” Jackie has been involved in the organisation for the past three years and said they have around 200 members participating in events like Clean Up Australia Day. The movie will screen on February 21 at 7.30pm. For more information email oceangrovecoastcare@ gmail.com.

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Water passes test By Xenon Ellils MONITORING reports say the Barwon River estuary is in the normal range of water quality despite conditions suited to blue green algae. Good weather this summer means the estuary has been popular for water recreation activities, with the Barwon Coast Committee noticing a high number of boat trailers on good days. Coastwatch’s Barry Joyce said the estuary has been inundated with tourists because it’s less windy in the estuary and the weather has been good. “You name it, it seems to be there this year, boats big and small,” Mr Joyce said. Warm weather combined with low rainfall and high nutrient levels create an environment conducive to blue green algae outbreaks. The most recent outbreak in the estuary was in January last year when it was closed to in-water activities for almost two months. Corangamite Catchment Management Authority communications manager Jo Wade said the water quality this year had remained normal. “Generally, where there have been issues with water quality, signs are erected notifying the public of blue green algae,” Ms Wade said. “So far this year we’ve had no issues so we’re keeping our fingers crossed that continues.” Barwon Coast manager of natural resource planning Warren Chapman said the efforts of Estuary Watch volunteers provided the only evidence of estuary water quality. “From time to time they take samples of the water in the estuary,” Mr Chapman said. “They test the salinity, the oxygen content and other factors important for good water quality. “There’s been no evidence of blue green algae this year.”

The Federal Election date is set and our Labor MP wants to know how he can help you, but warns...

‘We don’t have unlimited funds’

OCEAN Grove’s infrastructure issues are set to dominate this year’s Federal Election, according to local party spokespeople. Prime Minister Julia Gillard’s decision to call this year’s election for September 14 – nearly nine months out – has been largely welcomed by all sides. Ocean Grove is in the newly re-configured Corangamite constituency, which is held by Labor MP Darren Cheeseman. Mr Cheeseman congratulated his leader on naming the date and avoiding months of speculation. “I look forward to talking with people in our community about how Labor’s initiatives will help them and their families,” he said. “Labor has the big policies that will make a difference to our community.” said Mr Cheeseman. “Our National School Improvement Plan will see standards rise in all our schools, allowing our children to secure the high paid, high skilled jobs of the future.” “The National Broadband Network will deliver high speed internet to our community and I am excited that regions such as Torquay, Jan Juc and Ocean Grove will see the benefits of the NBN soon and that more local areas will be added to the NBN.” He said the main issues facing Ocean Grove revolved around infrastructure, but he cautioned against the idea there would be unlimited funds to pay for it. “Ocean Grove is a growing community, it’s

D-DAY: Voters will decide who they want to lead the country on September 14.

had a lot of population growth over the last few years and certainly with the decisions the council is making it will continue to be. ‘‘And normally when you have that there is a need for infrastructure and the need for additional services. I suspect that a large part of the debate will be what the priorities for Ocean Grove are and what can be secured for the region. “The reality is we’ve come through the global financial crisis and budgets at all levels of government and in the private sector are very tight so I don’t think we are going to have anywhere near the same number of election commitments that Ocean Grove people might expect and certainly might have had from previous state or federal elections. ‘‘It’s going to be much more frugal with those sorts of things so that’s why I think it’s

really important we sort out as a community what our priorities are because we can’t get everything done. We need to sort out what absolutely needs to get done. Not an easy conversation.” Sarah Henderson, Liberal candidate for Corangamite, said she was “very pleased that a Federal election date had been announced”. “This one day in September offers the people of Corangamite the chance to decide their future,” she said. “In the country’s most marginal seat, every single vote will count. I believe the result in Corangamite will once again go down to the wire. “Between now and the election, I will continue to stand up and fight on the important issues in our region: job security, cost of living pressures, health funding, better infrastructure, better roads,

safer borders and the abolition of the carbon tax.” Bellarine Greens secretary, Peter Mewett, an Ocean Grover, said they would look forward to engaging in the campaign and the announcement of the date would hasten plans to select a local candidate. “In terms of issues we might run on, it might be a little premature,” Mr Mewett said. “However, in general, we are very keen to push local issues in the context of our general policies on climate change and social justice. “(In Ocean Grove) some of the issues would be rapid growth which has been causing some problems. Certainly it needs to be considered. “Public transport is an enormous problem - especially as we have got more of an aging population who might not be able to use their own transport.”

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Local commerce dabbling in social media By XENON ELLIS OCEAN Grove businesses are joining the social media revolution with many local businesses using various platforms to connect with their customers. Facebook is the most popular, with most businesses surveyed by The Voice using the site, while others also used Twitter for shorter communications. While most use social media to simply advertise sales or new products, a few local businesses are using these online services to engage with their clients on a more personal level. Zac Madden from Hendry Cycles said for them social media was about connecting with local cyclists.

“The Facebook page is used to promote any rides or events we might have on while we use Twitter to post things like photos from race meetings,” Mr Madden said. Stacey Moore, owner of the Bookgrove, said she uses Face book and Twitter for different purposes. “I use Facebook mainly to promote the store,” Ms Moore said. “Today I put up a post about the shortlist for the Independent Bookseller Awards. “A few days ago I put up a book trailer, which is like a film trailer but for books. “I use Twitter more to communicate with other booksellers and colleagues.” Many of the local businesses interviewed did not use social

media but said it was on their agenda. One local business even went so far to say they were already too busy to bother with social media. Social media platforms have evolved to become more suited to promoting businesses and organisations in recent years with Facebook offering dedicated business pages. Tracey Halleday, who works at Ocean Grove’s Brown Sugar outlet, said that their Facebook page is only a year old and is run by head office. “It allows more personalised contact with our customers,” Ms Halleday said. “We present our new range and run competitions through the service, posting photos of the winners

online.” While some businesses had taken to social media with ease, many said it was something that was on their agenda or simply didn’t know how to use it. Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre manager Nicki Dunne said they run training courses in webpage design, marketing and advertising your business on Facebook. “The Facebook courses book out as soon as we advertise them,” Ms Dunne said. Ms Dunne said the Neighbourhood Centre’s Facebook site is very popular, with the courses they advertise on the social media platform booking out faster than others.

“It’s important to keep updating your page regularly,” Ms Dunne said. “Between a couple of us, we try to put something up on there at least every second day.” The centre’s Facebook advertising training covers setting up a business account through to uploading photos and ideas to maintain user interest. Ms Dunne said it is important to utilise social media as time goes on. “A lot of our clientele are under 30 and they live and breathe Facebook,” Ms Dunne said. Interested people can contact the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre on 5255 4294 or at www. oceangrovenc.com.

Young kite fliers flock to Aussie Day treat

Zoe Lack, Prue Crook and Koby Lack.

Zach Jones, 5.

DESPITE some blustery conditions Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club was still able to make and launch dozens of kites with youngsters on Australia Day. The club runs the free annual event and sausage sizzle at the Main Beach and proves so popular there is always a queue of eager customers.

Georgia Deer, 5.

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First day of school

TEARS and jubilation signalled the beginning of primary school for 232 prep students across Ocean Grove. Our Lady Star of the Sea and Ocean Grove Primary led the way in numbers with 81 and 87 new preps, followed by 44 at Surfside and 20 at Wallington Primary. “The preps have been fantastic and have settled in nicely, we’re also seeing consistent numbers very similar to previous years,” Wallington Primary Principal Leigh McLaren said.

Ocean Grove Primary School welcomed five sets of twins, not necessarily paired, Kaleb, Harry, Fraser, Ryder, Hugo, Winnie, Hamish, Sienna, Mia and Zoe

Our Lady Star of the Sea twins Claudia, 5 and Emily Soppitt, 5 with their brother and sister Ben, 11, Annabelle, 9.

Surfside Primary School: Angus Peters, Noah Jeffrey and Jala Evans.

Our Lady Star of the Sea: New prep teacher Tahnee Allen with her class.

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Frustration with council Dear Editor Surfside Waves Soccer Club‘s saga with the City of Greater Geelong prompts me to express my feelings. I have been involved in soccer for 30plus years. I joined SWSC committee to give something back to the sport that I am passionate about. We are run by volunteers who don’t get paid, nor want to. We exist to ensure that those who want to play soccer, especially kids, can do in a safe, welcoming environment. I love soccer, it’s that passion that allows me to give over so much time; that includes sleepless nights and writing media releases at 4am. We aren’t paid government employees or elected ward representatives. COGG’s attitude towards the club is rude, aggressive and often dismissive. Our elected councillor

refuses to represent the needs of the hundreds of soccer players in her region; indeed will not even open a dialogue with the club. Our Facebook page “Surfside Waves NEED temporary change rooms” has had seven attempts to close it down and some media are reluctant to publish our concerns for fears of the backlash from COGG. We are a tiny organisation of hard working volunteers who are getting a raw deal. The bottom line is no-one who matters really cares. Our first directly elected mayor chaired the meeting that allowed $50,000 be moved from allocated soccer funds to cover the shortfall of another sport without even questioning why. Some days I wonder why we bother continuing the fight, whether we should just accept this, allow it to go unaddressed

and see the club die. We are haemorrhaging players through our lack of facilities. We continue to fight because WE CARE. We have a wonderful relationship with OGNC, and appreciate their willingness to share their temporary facilities with our female soccer players. We appreciate the work that has gone into planning the facilities. Last week, OGNC shared the plans with SWSC. SWSC have looked long and hard at the plans to see how they can work for both clubs. Most of SWSC teams are 16 players; 32 players for two teams. One change room isn’t enough. We could offer the single change room to away female teams so at least they will have somewhere to change out of their muddy, wet gear. However game day for the female soccer players

Back to school It was back to school last week. A few will be saying I know where I’d rather be. But at least the evenings are still light. Picture by Mick Armstrong.

is Saturday from 9-3pm which aligns with the netball games. This leaves no change rooms at all for the males! Can you imagine footy players putting up with this? SWSC formally requested that COGG’s $50,000 for soccer scoreboard/storage be transferred to temporary change rooms last week. We discovered on January

30 that Council has reallocated the funds to surfacing the netball courts and provision of temporary facilities. The COGG allegation that the new committee had refused the $50,000 storage/scoreboard is fiction; there has been no communication whatsoever with the new committee. Cath Sattler Ocean Grove

Local issues - Lisa Neville MP IT looks like being another busy year and I will continue to follow up issues you raise with me through contact with Council, the State Government, by raising issues in Parliament, and in the media when appropriate. Local issues that continue to be of concern include police numbers in Bellarine, the staffing of the Bellarine fire station, the condition of some of our busiest roads, and funding for projects. POLICE NUMBERS As you probably remember, I have raised this issue in Parliament and followed up with the Minister because of the concerns of many residents and businesses about Bellarine police being rostered on in Geelong and Corio. Concerns were increased when it was clear that there would be no additional Police over the busy summer months, unlike in the past when the Police presence was doubled to manage the doubling of our population, with tourists and holiday-makers visiting the Bellarine. The Minister has only offered to look into the situation so I will be monitoring the situation and listening to residents’ experiences and will continue to push the current State Government

to ensure we have the appropriate Police presence in Bellarine in 2013.

millions of dollars that the current State Government has cut from the budget.

BELLARINE FIRE STATION I am pleased to report that, in response to a question I raised in Parliament last year, I have heard from the Minister that a senior position at the fire station has been advertised and has hopefully, by now, been filled. This is a positive sign that with the completion of the building, the jobs will be filled and the fire station will have the appropriate number of staff to support the great work the many CFA volunteers do across the Bellarine. However, if there are delays or no further action I will again follow up with the Minister as a matter of urgency.

PUTTING LOCALS FIRST This program, run through Regional Development Victoria, provides funding for local projects, including initiatives to help connect people to services, activities or resources within communities. Other categories cover initiatives to help communities respond to challenges or take up opportunities, developing skills and supporting volunteers, economic development and job creation, and local infrastructure. Applications for grants through the program are open throughout the year and I encourage local groups and organisations to visit the Regional Development Victoria website www.rdv.vic.gov.au and click on the Regional Growth Fund, or phone my office for more information. As always, please don’t hesitate to contact my office if there are any issues I may be able to assist you with, on 5248 3462 Lisa Neville State MP for Bellarine

BELLARINE ROADS The state of our busy roads has been of concern to residents, businesses and organisations providing services across the Bellarine. I have raised the issue with the Minister and in Parliament and some work has been undertaken by VicRoads. I will continue to push to have all our busy roads brought up to standard, despite the

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CARING: Glenn Chidzey develops a program that’s fun, incorporates play and integrates the community into the home. The daughter one of Sea Views Manor’s residents contacted the Voice in praise of his hard work and energy at the home.

Glenn’s making life fun By JESSICA GRACE

FROM cruise ship to classroom, transforming Ocean Grove’s Sea Views Manor is just part of the job for Glenn Chidzey. Activities Manager for the aged care facility since 2007, Mr Chidzey said his imagination knew no boundaries when it came to bringing fun into residents’ lives. “I grew up as an only child so I always spent a lot of my time with older people. A few years ago I felt like a career change and believed I could really offer something to older people,” he said. “I began work at an aged care home in Werribee which was very multicultural. I cut a bit of the teeth there trying to stimulate such a diverse range of cultures and people and I really loved it.” Mr Chidzey said when people came into aged care it was about more than just caring for them; it was making sure their lives were still worthwhile and meaningful. “We try and develop a program that’s fun, incorporates play and integrates the community into the home. All that’s vitally important and makes the programs work even better,” he said. “They love to play bingo and that’s

fine but I like to stimulate them in other ways. Everyone loves to play no matter what age. Play with humour and fun stimulates their endorphins.” Mr Chidzey said Sea Views was very supportive of the lifestyle program, watching on as the manor recently transformed into a classroom. “For a whole week everything was

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and the welfare team, they’re all community minded. A lot of the residents have wonderful families but some of them don’t have anyone.” Mr Chidzey said he believed a lot could be learned from the older generation if people were able to take time out of their busy lives and listen to their stories.

They have seen so much change over their lifetimes and their stories are so rich -Glenn Chidzey

related around school time, we had the pen and nib and were writing the old A, B, C’s,” he said. “The exercise program became personal training. We’ve also turned the home into a cruise ship with port windows on all the doors. There was dinner and cocktails with the captain each night and concerts.” Mr Chidzey said Ocean Grove had a wonderful community focus around the older generation with various organisations donating their time. “We have a wonderful couple, recently retired that come in twice a week around 40 volunteers that come in and spend time with residents,” he said. “The Lions Club, RSL, Probus

“The average age of our residents here is between 95 and 100. They have seen so much change over their lifetimes and their stories are so rich,” he said. “We had students come in and record their stories as part of a digital assessment and it was lovely to see younger people take time out to sit down and listen to their journeys.” From walking groups, to modified soccer, knitting groups, trivia, water aerobics and avid gardeners, Mr Chidzey said he did his best to listen to what the residents needed. “They reminisce about the past and I try and combine the present time with their memories. We went back to the roaring 20’s once and also transformed the foyer into a movie cinema,” he said.

“Our residents want to continue doing things they did in their 30’s and 40’s. One gentleman grew cotton and rice so we put a hot house out the back and he grows everything, even tomatoes.” Mr Chidzey said while his job was extremely rewarding, it could also be emotionally draining at times with the average stay of the residents being 18 months. “You see them every day and grow really close to them so it is always sad when they have to leave us. I was overseas once in Dublin when I received a phone call from a resident,” he said. “She had decided it was her time but she didn’t want to go until she said good bye. So I sat there for half an hour speaking to her and her daughter from my motel room.” Mr Chidzey said there were so many wonderful personalities he enjoyed working with on a daily basis, and also some very humorous people. “A sense of humour is a wonderful thing in age care. If you can get humour going and you engage them there’s nothing nicer than seeing someone smile,” he said. “When we go home we’re happy, the day has been worthwhile because someone thanked us and said they had a wonderful day. They thank you and sometimes you don’t have to do a lot for them.”

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Surgeon helping poor see BARWON Heads eye surgeon Dr Patrick Lockie recently travelled to work in the remote Afar province of north Eastern Ethiopia. Dr Lockie was part of a group of seven medical professionals including nurses, an orthoptist, and support staff, from the Eyes For Africa charitable foundation. Dr Lockie has worked in the Barwon area for 23 years, and has done previous overseas voluntary work in Malaysia and various South Pacific islands. Eyes for Africa has been organising trips to Ethiopia for five years, mainly to carry out cataract surgery in remote and rural areas, which are currently not served by Ethiopian health services. This was the group’s first trip to Afar. Afar is the most remote and poorest of Ethiopian states, a somewhat dangerous and difficult 12-hour drive from Addis Ababa. Afar is almost entirely desert, and the majority of the Afar tribal

group live a tough nomadic existence , with wandering family units accompanied by a herd of goats and a few camels and trading the camel milk and goat meat for other essential needs. Water is fetched by the women, often after a walk of 10 km or more each day. During the local summer, temperatures are usually over 50 degrees most days, although for the groups trip, the weather was a kinder 30-35 degrees. The group arrived in the tiny village of Dubti , half an hour drive off the highway, without any knowledge of local hospital conditions or their accommodation. Fortunately, the accommodation was clean and adequate and the hospital capable of supporting their work. The work, almost entirely cataract surgery, depends on there being adequate “advertising” and their initial concern was that there may not be enough work to justify the trip, but this fear was put to rest very

MAKING A DIFFERENCE: Dr Patrick Lockie talks to some children from the village, while a local nomadic family (below) wave for the camera.

quickly as large numbers of patients started arriving for assessment. “It became necessary to only operate on the most needy, and the majority of patients who received surgery were completely blind with “white” cataracts,” Dr Lockie said. “Enough work was left behind for at least two more trips, without one more new arrival.” The group will return at the same time next year and are expecting an even larger cohort of patients. “During eight days of surgery, 240 cataract operations were performed, including a surprisingly large number of young patients with bilateral advanced cataract,” Dr Lockie explained.

“The reason for such young onset cataract was not clear, perhaps dietary.” The work was shared between Dr Lockie and a local eye surgeon Dr Abu, who accompanies each of the Eyes for Africa trips . Two babies with congential cataract also had surgery, with the help of the local medical staff providing the anaesthetic. Dr Lockie is considering making the trip again. All volunteers through

the group pay their own fares and living costs and all fundraising done by the foundation goes towards transport, equipment and disposables needed for surgery. Eyes for Africa receives no direct government support, depending entirely on funds raised. Donations can be made through the web site and are tax deductible. For more information visit www.eyesforafrica.org.

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Voice journalist Jessica Grace swapped her pen for her vocal cords when she explored radio broadcasting. And it only took a few weeks before Jessica was co-hosting a breakfast show.

Radio gives everyone a voice and a way to be heard IT seems like a tough time to be in the media industry. Even while news organisations continue to review staffing numbers, journalist students are still pouring out of universities. I recently explored options to gain further experience and found myself at 94.7fm The Pulse, Geelong’s very own community radio station. After a few weeks of sitting in on regular shows observing, I found myself co-hosting a weekly breakfast show. The experience of community radio in contrast to a commercial one is vast. The shows which go to air are all manned and panelled by volunteers. As such, the context of shows is rich and diverse and some down right awful. The beauty of it though, is everyone produces and presents shows important to them. While I have been at the Pulse they also offered me the opportunity to undertake my Certificate III in Radio Broadcasting. Valued at around $1200, volunteers don’t pay anything, it’s all free. Radio is an entirely different experience to

print. Once the red on-air light flicks on, you become instantly nervous. While deadline week brings with it stress and the occasional panic, knowing you’re live can be daunting at times. As time goes on you become more comfortable in the intimate studio with your head phones on and microphone up. You relax and laugh, discussing topics and issues naturally, unaware of your audience.

The Pulse gets about 30,000 listeners at any time streaming live across the country. The experience has definitely made me respect those who volunteer and help community organisations run as effectively as The Pulse. There are so many students who may be unaware of what can be gained by utilising your spare time within such an organisation. For those willing to donate their time, Pulse provides experience in live on air interviewing, panelling, producing and editing your own shows. I would encourage any current journalism students, budding muso’s or artists to enquire about featuring your own show. I would also encourage those within the Ocean Grove community who are passionate about a hobby or subject with spare time to pursue radio. There is a massive sense of accomplishment once you master the control panel and successfully deliver your own program. Radio really does give all demographics a voice and community radio recognises the importance of this. Providing a medium in which all members of the community can have their say and contribute to society.

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FAMILY: David Nyuol Vincent with his wife Rose and daughter Abuk.

David offers thanks for chance to smile again FORMER refugee David Nyuol Vincent and his family attended a service at the Uniting Church last month. David wrote the book The Boy Who Wouldn’t Die, which catalogues his harrowing journey from Sudan and walking across the Sahara Desert, to training as a child soldier and spending 17 years in a Kenyan refugee camp. He was asked to speak at the Sunday service and met with locals for tea afterwards.

During his talk he offered thanks to Australia for giving people like him “the chance to smile again”. David has set up an organisation called Peace Palette, which is working with the people of Turalei in South Sudan to develop tools and skills to create a stronger, resilient and self sufficient community. As a Non-Government Organisation, Peace Palette endeavours to provide services to and advocate for a community free of conflict.

RURAL Australians for Refugees in the Bellarine area are holding an exhibition in Ocean Grove that highlights the plight of asylum seekers and refugees that try to find a new and safe life in Australia. The exhibition called ‘Tears from the Heart’ is the third of a series of exhibitions that has been touring regional and metropolitan Victoria. Thousands of people have seen the exhibitions and been moved by the beauty of the installation itself and the power of its message. Utilising paintings, fibre, sculpture and text, the installation examines the reasons behind the hazardous journeys made by those who seek refuge in Australia and their subsequent treatment while held in indefinite detention. Many of the artworks use both written and spoken communications from asylum seekers to show that long-term detention has caused severe anguish, depression and loss of self-esteem, which for some asylum seekers has led to selfharm and suicide. The Installation was created by a group of friends who directly supported many asylum seekers while they were in long-term detention and since their release. The artists have sought to highlight and question Australia’s response to the global issues that have created the need for so many individuals and families to seek asylum. The exhibition will run from March 2 to 10 at the Uniting Church, Ocean Grove from 10am to 5pm each day. Entry is free. Mayor Keith Fagg is officially opening the exhibition at the Ocean Grove Uniting Church at 3pm on March 2.

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Endless hours of practice pay off for Ocean Grove drummer

Jack snares dream gig By JESSICA GRACE JACK Osbourne knows to make it as a professional drummer. It takes more than just the ability to play. The 21-year-old Ocean Grove musician has just secured the gig of a lifetime as drummer to Australian pop star Ricki-Lee and said the endless hours of practice had paid off. “There are a lot of people that can play out there but you’ve got to do something that makes you stand out from everyone else,” he said. “Obviously you’ve got to do as much as you can to separate yourself from others in terms of your playing skill, which means more time and more study.” Jack said he decided to break into the industry and filmed himself playing drums at home, sending the DVD out to various labels. “I got in touch with Ricki-Lee’s management in about August last year. It just happened to be a time when she was making some changes with her band,” he said. “I sent her the DVD after they asked me to. Basically the next thing I know she rang and said that’s exactly what she’s after.” Jack grew up around music having started playing drums at a young age but said he’s never been in such a high profile situation. “I’ve never done anything at this level but I’ve worked with a bunch of people around Melbourne. I’ve been drumming since I was really, really young,” he said. “My Dad used to play. That’s how I kind of got into it, not high profile bands but just making a living around Melbourne.” Last year Jack spent a few months in America where he immersed himself in the music scene, playing with various musicians. “I met a lot of respected musicians. I went over to an industry trade show and then I just spent some time where I took some lessons and basically just lived in LA,” he said. “I’ve always wanted to go to America to marinate in the scene and just absorb it all. I wanted to dip my feet. One of the goals is the global thing rather than just Australia.” Jack said Ricki-Lee was currently based in Sydney so there was a lot of travel involved. “Everyone else is either from Sydney or Newcastle so I’m the only one that’s flying up and meeting them at the moment. I go up there and we rehearse,” he said. “Most of the preparation is done down here. They basically send me songs and changes and I work through them on my own and we collaborate with phone calls and emails and that sort of thing.” Jack said the free travel had been a perk of being a professional drummer, also performing at Sydney Harbour on New Year’s Eve. “We haven’t done a full tour as such yet but have done a couple of massive shows to date including Sunrise. It’s definitely different and such an eye opener, spending time with a pop star,” he said. “On the same token they’re just normal people. Just like you and me, so far really down

BIG TIME: Jack Osbourne performs with Ricki-Lee on morning show Sunrise.

to earth. I guess the biggest perk of all though is doing something I love to make a living.” Jack said while he may not be physically practicing as much at the moment, he spent most of his time listening to and analysing music and understanding the industry as a business.

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musician end up touring with one of Australia’s up-andcoming pop stars? “You’ve got to believe in yourself and aim high. Being down here in such an isolated environment, if you’re going to make it happen, you have to imagine that it can and picture it,” he said.

You’ve got to believe in yourself and aim high. Being down here in such an isolated environment, if you’re going to make it happen, you have to imagine that it can and picture it - Jack Osbourne

“I’m listening to my iPod thinking about it and playing along. It’s more working things out mentally than physically playing. The industry is a business, there’s a lot more to it than playing,” he said. “With the internet and books you can really learn about that side of it which is something I didn’t really do early on, that’s probably prohibited me at times.” Jack said while they haven’t toured yet, the party lifestyle associated with the industry was a bit of an illusion. “There are lots of late nights and long days but that’s just the way it is in this industry, people go out at night more than they do in the day. That’s when they have to go to work,” he said. “Long days, rehearsing nights it’s not the normal kind of job I guess. There are always late flights and early morning flights and at the end of the day you’re there to do a job not party.” So how does a budding Ocean Grove

“Of course it’s always different once you actually get there and of course for me hopefully this is just the start, so far though it’s been fantastic.” Jack said he had been pursuing this dream seriously since he was ten and no longer felt nervous before shows, just excited. “It’s been such a long time coming. We put in all the practice, we rehearse and then when it comes to show time you just make it happen,” he said. So far Jack said nothing in his life had really changed and believed nothing would. “Nothing’s really changed. I focus on people that I’m closest to and they always tell me they’re really proud and all that sort of stuff. They’ve been there right from the start,” he said. “They’ve seen all the practice and the struggle to kind of get things off the ground. When something did actually come of it after putting myself out there they were really happy for me.”

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Locals in training for Mudder

A GROUP of Ocean Grove locals recently competed in one of the world’s premier obstacle courses, Tough Mudder. Team member Colleen Hall said The Step into Life crew accomplished the course, which tests strength, stamina, mental grit and camaraderie. “There’s 70 events planned for 2013 with an estimated one million participants and numbers just keep growing,” she said. “Tough Mudder was one of the more insane things we’ve ever accomplished with lots of laughter, encouragement and satisfaction for all involved.” Trainer Penny Tomkinson said 20 per cent of competitors were unable to complete the course but their team all crossed the finish line. “We completed the gruelling 20km 23 obstacle course on Phillip Island. Obstacles like ‘Artic Enema’, ‘Berlin Walls’, ‘Electric Eel’ and ‘Everest,’ had us working as a team,” she said. “It was about getting everyone through each obstacle. We all have different strengths and I am so proud of what these members have achieved. There’s talk of doing it again next year.”

Show to reveal quilt works of art OCEAN Grove members of the Sea Change Quilters are preparing to display their workmanship at the annual show in Barwon Heads. The show at the Community Hall, on the corner of Hitchcock Avenue and Ozone Road, will start with the official opening on Friday, March 15, from 4pm to 8pm and will continue on Saturday and Sunday, March 16 and 17, from 10am to 4pm. Adult entry is $2, children are free. PICK OF THE BUNCH: Ocean Grove members of the Sea Change Quilters of The event will have refreshments available, raffles and goods for sale. Barwon Heads.

Grove ready to host Celtic event

YOUNG BAND: Tolka will perform at the Celts in Concert on February 15.

FOR the second year running Ocean Grove Hotel will host some of the biggest and exciting Celtic acts. Organiser Jill Meehan says the February 15 ‘Celts in Concert’ will be a fantastic event combining music and dance. “We book a different guest artist and famous Celtic act for the day. This year we have Imogen Brough who has a fabulous entertainment history and is well travelled,” she said. “We also have Tolka, a young band who won the Geelong Folk Music Paddy O’Neil award, and are now booked for the Port Fairy Folk Festival 2013 in March.” Jill says there will also be Irish dancers on the night and also music by Michelle Meehan. “Michelle was the 2011 winner of the Port Fairy Folk Festival Guitar & Performers award. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for concession. For more information email jillfolksinger@hotmail.com

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our street, our neighbours

Roditis Drive As part of a series aimed at helping us get to know our neighbours, the Voice’s Jessica Grace went to meet some of the residents of Roditis Drive. Let us know if you’d like us to feature your street or area. Contact journo@oceangrovevoice.com

Sue Darker, 59, retired We’ve been living in Ocean Grove for 21 years. We moved down from Stawell. My husband was working for the bank so we got transferred to Geelong. It’s close enough to the city, but still country. I worked different jobs and we had a couple of businesses. We love to travel, we’ve done most of Australia, overseas, Hawaii, all the normal places. We loved Egypt, it was my favourite. I loved the history. We have grandchildren here and we have a lot to do with them. We are also away a fair bit of the time. We travel by caravan, it’s a great lifestyle. It’s just really free. You take each day as it comes, if you don’t want to move you stay in the same spot. If you want to move you pack up and take off. Travelling in a caravan you meet people exactly the same as you and they all want the same thing. It’s a wonderful social life. I’ve got two kids, one is in Ocean Grove and the other one lives in Canberra.

Casey Chapman, 30, hospitality (daughter Millie, 3) We’ve lived here for ten years. We came from the country, we’re from Maryborough originally. I used to holiday down here at the Collendina Caravan Park. We actually got married down here. I love the beach. I love the people that I’ve met down here. I love the small town community vibe that Ocean Grove has. We go to the beach nearly every day, we sit there and play and swim. It gets on my nerves a bit how busy it gets over summer, just because I’m in hospitality. It’s a beautiful place and everyone wants to come here. It’s so busy you can’t really do oneon-one like in winter with the locals. I like to hang out with friends. We go to breakfast at all the different cafes down the coast. I love travelling. We go to Bali once a year. We’ve only taken the kids once but my husband and I have gone four times. I love the hustle and bustle of Kuta.

Jan Bell, 68, owner/ operator (husband Lin, 70) We’ve lived in Ocean Grove since 2006. We come from Mooroolbark, Melbourne before that. My husband was in the fire brigade and we were coming down here when we could, when the roster said, so it got to the stage where he retired. It’s a much, much better lifestyle. I love the weather, I love the whole ambience. I love the beaches. It’s just a relaxed lovely lifestyle and way of living. We run a holiday house which keeps us busy most of the year. We do the marketing, selling the whole lot. There’s lots of computer work, I like doing that. I love gardening. I go to a town club in Drysdale which is a weight loss club. Years ago I got really excited and joined and I’ve been going ever since. We love to travel, we go to Melbourne quite a lot. It’s where our family is. We’ve also been to the States, we’ve been to Europe and Canada.

Janette Mathieson, 42, Auslan interpreter I’ve lived in Ocean Grove for 13 years. We moved from Sydney. I drove through Ocean Grove one day to have lunch in Torquay because I heard how wonderful Victorian beaches were. I fell in love with the shopping strip. It had everything you need in such a small area and of course, the surf. I wanted to move down to Victoria to study Auslan in Melbourne. My job involves working with deaf people and attending appointments with them to bridge the communication gap. I loved the language. I saw it when I was a little girl and wanted to do it and Melbourne had the best course. It took me three years to become competent. Job satisfaction is an advantage. That’s how I met my husband, at a red traffic light. I waved to him. We met in Sydney and I convinced him to come and live here. He fell in love and moved here.

Melissa Greaves, nurse (son Dane, 5) We decided we wanted to leave Melbourne a few years ago. We’ve lived in Ocean Grove for nearly two years. We moved down from St Kilda. We wanted the change in lifestyle - we love actually living on the coast in Ocean Grove. I love walking the dog and going down the beach in summer. We like to travel but we haven’t for a while, we haven’t felt the need to since we moved here. We did just have a holiday in Queensland, which was nice. I’m doing a different type of nursing down here. I’m a district nurse compared to working in hospitals, it’s more community nursing. I’m really enjoying the change. Dane just had his first day of primary school today. There were a few tears last night. It was emotional but it was exciting - it’s another milestone that he’s achieved. It’s really good to watch him go off. He’s going to Surfside.

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ENTERTAIN: Dave Graney and the Mistly also features Clare Moore, Stu Thomas and Stuart Perera.

Graney to rock Grove

ARIA award-winning artist Dave Graney is set to perform at Ocean Grove Hotel this month. Former Moodists and Coral snakes band member, Graney released his 25th album ‘You’ve Been on my Mind’ last year. In 1996, Dave Graney won the ARIA award for “best male artist”, an ARIA award for “best video” for “Feelin Kinda Sporty” in 1997 and in 1995 his album “the soft’n’sexy sound” was awarded a Gold record for sales in excess of 35,000 copies.

In collaboration with Clare Moore, he also composed the soundtrack to the 2003 feature film by Tony Martin, “Bad Eggs”. They were nominated for best soundtrack album at the 2003 ARIA awards and also at the Australian Screen Composers guild awards. They have composed the music for several short films and many television documentaries as well as the 2012 feature by Donna McRae, “Johnny Ghost”. As well as his music, Graney

is a prolific writer. In 1997 he released a book of lyrics, with accompanying text on song subject matter and images by long-time collaborator Tony Mahony called “It is written,baby” on Random House. In 2011 an artistic memoir, “1001 Australian nights” was released on Affirm Press. He also contributes a regular monthly column “irregular writings” to Melbourne Review and co-presents a weekly two hour music show on community

station 3RRR. A third book, a novel is to be published in 2013 and a new album is also being recorded for 2013 release. Dave Graney and the Mistly also features Clare Moore, Stu Thomas and Stuart Perera. Tickets for the Ocean Grove Hotel show will be on sale at the door for $20. Or, to secure advance tickets call 0408 575 799 or The Ocean Grove Hotel on 5255 1122. Doors open at 6pm and the show starts at 8pm.

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atmosphere LOMBARDY’S On Hesse is a family pizza and pasta restaurant offering vegetarian and gluten free meals and a menu full of fresh salads and weekly specials. Lombardy’s On Hesse provides a comfortable family atmosphere with a kids playroom and menu, don’t forget to check the everchanging specials board for their Chefs’ specials or

indulge in a quality wine from their wine menu to complement your pizza or pasta. BYO wine only is available at $10/bottle corkage. Lombardy’s On Hesse offers a private function room and endless possibilities for group dining with options being available upon request. No job is too big or to small at either their place or yours.

Trading 7 nights per week from 4.30pm till late and lunch on Saturday and Sundays from 12pm til 2.30pm. Lombardy on Hesse also offer restaurant quality takeaways, for time-strapped people who still value a great quality meal. Go down and meet Scott and the team. You won’t be disappointed.

music/live events

• Barwon Heads Hotel -Thursday Open Mic 8pm -Friday Happy Hour 5-7pm raffle live music -First Sunday of each second month beginning March 3 3pm-6pm. Youth are encouraged to perform their songs as bands/ soloists/ duo’s for more information contact Jill Meehan on 0431 606 476. • Ocean Grove Hotel -February 9 Farquarharson -February 16 2 Fat 2 Skate -February 23 Muso Jam Night • Piping Hot Chicken Shop -February 15 The Junes -February 22 Pugsley Buzzard • Potato Shed Drysdale -February 23 Class Clowns Melbourne International Comedy Festivals national comedy competition for teenagers in secondary

school around the country. Workshop from 1pm performance at 4pm. Prize money $2,000 contact Rob MacLeod or Lisa Warwick on 52 551 998

markets & fairs

• Barwon Heads Community Hall February 23 Barwon Heads Community Market 9am -1pm • Parkes Hall Newcombe Street Portarlington February 24 Portarlington Community Market 9am to 2pm • Kingston Park Ocean Grove March 3 Ocean Grove Craft Market 9am until 1pm • Point Lonsdale Primary School, February 10 Point Lonsdale Market 9am - 2pm • Ocean Grove Park February 16 Bellarine Community Farmers’ Market 9am to 1pm • Queenscliff Harbour February 17 Queenscliff Farmers’ Market 9am to 1pm

what’s ON

food/wine

• Leura Park Estate Sundays 12.30pm – 4.30pm Live music, sensational food and wines available Ph: 52 53 3180 • McGlashan’s Wallington Estate Swan Bay Road Wallington Open weekends and public holiday’s 11am - 5pm new release wines, gourmet platters and classic car displays Ph: 5250 5760

get active

• Ocean Grove Recreation Hall Ocean Grove Calisthenics classes incorporating dance, song, ballet and gymnastics with strength and creativity Ph: 0438 055 679 • Senior Citizens Hall Ocean Grove -Monday 9.15am gentle exercises to music for 55+, 10.15am gentle exercises to music for 65+ contact Marg on 52 551 335

• Uniting Church Hall Ocean Grove -Wednesdays 9.00 am Volleyball, 9.30 am exercises to music for all ages contact Marg on 52 551 335 • Queenscliff RSL Hall -Mondays 1.30pm exercises using chairs for all ages contact Marg on 52 55 1335 • Marcus Hill Hall cnr Banks Road and Bellarine Highway -Tuesdays 7.45pm – 10pm Ocean Grove Scottish Country Dance Ph: 52 513 393 • Senior Citizens Hall Ocean Grove -Mondays 7-8.30pm and Wednesdays 1-3pm Line Dancing Ph: 0413 690 597 • Barwon Heads Community Hall Yoga and dance with Tara Lynch classes for all ages and abilities Ph: 0435 481 920 • Scout Hall, The Avenue Ocean Grove - Wednesday 7pm 1st/2nd Ocean Grove

Scout Group Clubs Meet Enquiries Ph: 0422 700 951 • Yoga classes in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads: Beginners, Hatha, Vinyas & Svaroopa Yoga Ph: 0413 955 331 or email Kerryn@ bluewateryoga.org.au

reading & writing

• Ocean Grove Library – corner Presidents Avenue and The Avenue. -Thursdays 11am Babytime- Nursery Verses -Friday’s Preschool Storytime 10.30am Last Wednesdays of the month Chatterbooks junior book club for kids aged 7-12 4-5pm www. geelonglibraries.vic. gov.au

family fun

• Koombahla Equestrian Park Tuesday to Friday After school riding programs

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special school holiday courses available Ph: 52 562 742. • Bellarine Church of Christ Hall 17 Tareeda Way Ocean Grove Saturdays 10-11am Tuesdays 7.30- 8.30pm Ocean Toy Library Borrow a range of toys for children aged six months to six years, open to all families on the Bellarine www. oceangrovetoylibrary. org.au • Uniting Church Ocean Grove Friday 10am-12pm Ocean Grove Play Group Any children 5yrs and under welcome to join a friendly play group large indoor and outdoor area, lots of toys, great craft activities, music and story time Ph: 52 552 801

classes & exhibtions

• Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre Check out our program with a range of

courses, classes and fund activities Ph: 52 554 294 • Springdale Neighborhood Centre -Third Sunday of every month ‘Making waves music and poetry arvo’ 2pm-5.30pm. A great variety of acts on the day for all ages $5 donation contact Jill Meehan on 0431 606 476.

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 available) Phone Julie Rodger on 0435 362573 or email julesrodg@gmail.com for more information. To have your event included in What’s On phone: 5255 3233 or email: journo@ oceangrovevoice.com

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, 9am to 3pm, 17 Smithton Grove. Phone Ernie 0421 703 368. 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 5256 1863. Third Monday of every month Ocean Grove RSL, 2.30pm, Club Grove. Committee meets at 1.30pm, The Terrace. Ocean Grove Garden Club, 1.30pm, Uniting Church Hall, Eggleston Street. Phone Margaret 5255 2848. Bellarine Fly Fishing Association, 7.30pm, Shannon Park, Shannon Avenue, Newtown. Phone Pat on 0414 959248 or Bruce on 0407 361319 or email bffa@hotmail.com. Fourth Monday of every month Combined Probus Club of Ocean Grove, 10.30am, Ocean Grove Golf Club. Friendship is our theme. Phone Michael Turner on 5255 1572. Tuesdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 10am to noon (adults only) at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone John 5256 2489 or Chris 5256 1996. Bellarine T.O.W.N., 6pm, Uniting Church Hall, Eggleston Street. Phone Sue on 5255 2068. Ocean Grove Senior Citizens Club, The Terrace Tuesday 1pm. Also Thursday and Friday 1.30pm. Phone Dianne on 52 552996 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. 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.

6 Principals of Success

Have you ever wondered why some people can achieve so much while others don’t? Well there may be a good reason and knowing where you want to go is just your first step. So don’t let “Know Where” become “Nowhere”. 1 Know Your Outcome- It doesn’t matter if your goal is health and fitness or finance, career or relationships the first step is to know your outcome. If you haven’t decided what your goal is, how can you know whether your choices will get you there? The more detailed you get the better. So write it down. How would you like it to be? What will you see and hear when you are there? What will you feel and think when you reach your goal? Your goal must also be measurable otherwise how will you know if you have achieved it? For example I want to run 20 laps in the Relay for Life. Your goal must also be realistic and have a time limit. 2 Take Action – If you break down your goal into smaller steps that you need to do it doesn’t seem so huge. To be able to run 20 laps at Relay for Life you may need to start walking or running 2 – 3 times per week building yourself up. So you will need to put those runners on and get outside and move. 3 Have Sensory Awareness – be aware of

what is changing around you. You may need to make little changes along the way. 4 Have Behavioural Flexibility – People who have the most flexibility will achieve the best results. So it’s raining and you say I can’t run in the rain so you watch some TV instead. It’s the person who adapts who will reach that running goal quicker. They may choose to still run in the rain, go to the gym and run on the treadmill or participate in an aerobics class or do a workout in the garage. By doing this they are still working toward their goal. 5 Physiology creates Psychology – That may be a tough one to get your head around, but what it really means is act like you are someone who already has your goal. Slump in your chair, drop your head, take a big sigh and try to feel happy. It doesn’t work. Stand tall look up and smile. I bet you feel better already. There are no unresourceful people only unresourceful states. 6 Celebrate – You must celebrate when you reach your goal. The feel good chemicals that get released when you celebrate are what’s going to help you get motivated for your next goal. We offer an 84 Day Challenge to help you regain control over your diet and exercise routine.

There’s lots of goal setting and behaviour flexibility there. We have had some fantastic results with weight loss averaging 7 – 10 kilo’s. For any further details about our next Challenge, setting goals or just getting motivated, please call Jodi on 0416 266607

The Battle of the Bulge in Ocean Grove – 53 year old mother Sharon lost 14kgs in 10 weeks

Sharon’s doctor told her she must lose weight! She weighed 107 kg, having gained 20kgs in the past 12months, due to low thyroid, poor energy and other health issues. All Sharon’s life she has battled with weight, she was overweight at 12years of age, by 15yrs she had lost weight, at 18yrs weighing over 80kgs, up and down and never really knowing how to stabilise herself. “I had tried to lose weight, but felt so tired and hungry all the time, exercise was impossible due to health issues. My daily tasks were insurmountable, I was losing my battle” says Sharon. How was she to do it? Others had managed why couldn’t she? “Well it’s not that hard, once you are taught, get the help, work out what to

eat and then just do it!” Over Christmas I put on 4kgs as I ate more than I should, but in 10 days I lost that weight and am back “on the Bus”. I feel energised, most days I do some form of exercise, but most of all I know how easy it is, I am in control and I can do it! Says an elated Sharon. Her journey is not at an end, she plans to reach 70kg by June and to sustain that weight, thereafter. Let’s keep an eye on Sharon and see how she fares. - 14 Million Australians are overweight/obese - Obesity has over taken from smoking as the leading cause of premature death - On present trends, we can predict, when our children reach the age of 20yrs their life expectancy will be shorter than earlier generations due to obesity. Local Naturopath Bettina Wren wants to teach women to manage their weight and thus empower themselves. “Once you have decided to lose the weight anyone can achieve their goals. This style of weight loss is all about eating your everyday foods, no bars, shakes or weird things to eat instead of everyday food. It really is something you can do for the rest of your life. The idea is to change your relationship with food, says Bettina”

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Caring for your body Ocean Grove and the Bellarine offer possibly the best possible environment to either get or keep fit and healthy. We have a great environment, less polution from traffic, fresh sea air, less humidity than Queensland and a range of helpers, practioners and motivators second to none. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recovery, healing, relaxation, nutrician or a more intense program of training and personal development, our region offers it all. Experts in Ocean Grove, Barwon Heads, Point Lonsdale and Geelong work in all surrounds too - from the relaxing retreat of a consulting room or a massage centre to a park or beach. As the old adage goes, look after your body and your body will look after you.

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Call for coast carers to join team IF you are inspired and concerned about issues affecting your coast and would like to be involved in their management, consider applying as a voluntary committee member on Barwon Coast Committee of Management. The Barwon Coast Committee of Management is looking for people with a mix of skills and a genuine concern for the coastal environment to join their team. Barwon Coast Committee Chair and Ocean Grove resident Mark Edmonds said joining his local committee was the best thing he did and encouraged others to nominate. As people join the committee, each new member adds a range of skills and experiences. Mr Edmondâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s involvement with a number of community groups in the Ocean Grove area, coupled with extensive business experience as General Manager of Faggs Mitre 10, has brought valuable skills and local knowledge to the Committee and staff at Barwon Coast. A rapidly growing population and increased visitation to the coast

are important challenges facing the committee. Long-term planning is critical to balance environment and infrastructure protection in the face of climate change. As a voluntary committee member you will play an integral role in establishing and implementing the committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s management direction Community members are selected on the basis of their skills, experience and knowledge in a number of areas and BCCoM is particularly encouraging women to apply. Highly sought after skills and experience include natural environment (including flora and fauna), ability to establish, develop and maintain good working relationships internally and externally, particularly with the community, sustainable coastal planning/ public open space planning, environmental sustainability, coastal conservation and marketing and tourism. If you would like to help, request an Expression of Interest package from the Department of Sustainability & Environment. Contact Dianne Moore on (03) 5226 4745 or dianne.

m o o r e @ d s e . v o c . g o v. au The closing date is Monday, February 25 at 5pm. For more information on the committee visit www. barwoncoast.com.au Bellarine Bayside Foreshore and Great Ocean Road Coast Committees of Management are also seeking expressions of interest for voluntary committee member positions. For more information visit www. bellarinebayside.com.au and www.gorcc.com.au

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Spotlight on Rotary Organ donation awareness AT Its last meeting the Rotary Club of Ocean Grove members watched the moving story of the elite cyclist Mike who was critically injured in bike race. In a short DVD titled the Last Race they saw the story of a family suddenly faced with a decision of whether to donate the organs of 25-year-old Mike, and a race against time to save two other lives. Peter Hawthorne organised the movie for the club and is passionate about organ donation, saying “The complexities of not

knowing the deceased’s intentions, and the speed with which the decision has to be made, are really brought to the fore in this movie.” Peter said: “There are currently around 1800 people on the organ donors list in Australia, but only some can expect to receive a lifesaving or changing operation. Only 354 people in Australia had their organs donated in 2012, but these assisted 1052 recipients. The rate of organ donor ship in Australia is actually

very low and I would like to see that increase through an improved awareness of how important it can be to others.” In the case of the Last Race, Mike’s brother eventually convinced the family to donate Mike’s organs and in doing so saved the life of a 16 year old boy,. Sadly other organs were not compatible for a 40 year old waiting for his lifesaving transplant. Peter Hawthorne with the DVD, The More information at www. Last Race, which focuses on organ donatelife.gov.au. donation. Photo supplied.

Youth Leadership Camp THE Rotary Club of Ocean Grove is looking for young people aged between 18 and 25 years to participate in the Rotary Youth Leadership Award (RYLA) program. RYLA involves a six day stay held at Kangaroobie, near Port Campbell, from April 7 to 12. Ann Hodgkinson, the program coordinator, said “The program provides an inspiring and challenging personal development

and leadership program which helps young people develop leadership potential, set goals for the future and challenges them to grow and learn more about themselves and others, providing the skills and confidence to achieve more than they ever thought possible.” As well as the formal program the camp also allows for ample opportunities to have fun with 50 other like-minded young people. There is a wide range of activities

run with workshops covering leadership, communication skills, goal setting, motivation, selfconfidence, career guidance and outdoor activities. Ann also noted that “With these types of activities on offer some employers may be interested in sending their young workers along as part of their career development training.” Applications for the program close on March 25 with the cost of the 2013 camp normally $450.

The Rotary Club provides one full scholarship each year and applications for the scholarship need to be received by the Club by March 11 The Club is able to send additional self-funded participants upon receipt of a satisfactory application, with the deadline for all applications being March 25. Rotary meets weekly on Tuesday’s at Club Grove at 6.30pm. For more info visit www.rotaryoceangrove.org.au

Community garden set to flourish during an exciting year

Alice King, Amanda Stirrat and Jenny Cugley at last year’s garden open day.

THE year 2013 promises to be an exciting year for the Ocean Grove Community Garden. Sufficient funds are now in place to enable the construction of a shelter building, more plots for members to rent, buy garden equipment and tools and other features, which will complete the transformation of this emerging garden into a new publicly accessible place. This year will also see the election of a new governance committee to be named the Garden Management

Group. Ocean Grove residents interested in joining the Community Garden and existing members are urged to attend a meeting at the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre on February 14 at 7.30pm. The purpose of this meeting is to receive a report of progress by the outgoing Chairman and then to proceed with electing a new Community Garden Management Group of 7-9 members to replace the existing selfappointed Committee of Garden Management.

Nominations to the Management Group will be received at the meeting. For more information visit http:// ogcommunitygarden.tumblr.com/ and on Facebook (search for Ocean Grove Community Garden). Send email enquiries to ogcommunitygarden@gmail.com Peter Gumley (out-going) Chairman Committee ofGarden Management Ocean Grove Community Garden

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DURING the summer months Ocean Grove, the Bellarine and Geelong offer everything from relaxation to a hair-raising adrenalin rush. From learning about what lives under the sea and cruising Corio Bay to skimming the skies in a microlight aircraft. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all just around the corner. Alternatively for a slightly different day for the kids the Rainbow Riders is a must. Just imagine a day in the country, learning to saddle up, helping feed and care for the horses. They can look after the demands of everyone - from the beginner to the experienced rider. Join them for a special pop up shop and garage sale this Saturday. For more action, why not take a fishing charter? Spot On operate out of Queenscliff, Clifton Springs, St Leonards and Geelong. And if you bring your own bike donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget that Sprockt is on hand in Queenscliff to keep you on the road or track.

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Tales of a brood parasite

Above: Horsefields Bronze Cuckoo, and inset a Yellow Thornbill feeding a young Horsefield’s Bronze-Cuckoo.

NATURE Watch this week concerns the Horsefields Bronze Cuckoo. It’s always nice to hear Cuckoos as they signal the arrival of Spring; in fact a poem was written in 1912 by a Frederick Delius entitled ‘On Hearing the First Cuckoo of Spring’. During the breeding season Cuckoo’s are commonly heard around Ocean Grove, but by the end of summer until the next spring they are largely quiet. There are a few different species of Cuckoos found in the Bellarine Peninsula, including the ‘Fan Tailed Cuckoo, Pallid Cuckoo, Shining Bronze Cuckoo and the Horsefields Bronze- Cuckoo. Cuckoos are interesting birds in that some species

of Cuckoos lay their eggs in the nests of other birds, and are thus known as ‘brood parasites’. I’ve seen first hand evidence of this lately in Ocean Grove. In December I was looking around the Boat Ramp when I heard a strange call, and when I looked in the shrubs I saw a Yellow Thornbill busily feeding a young Horsefield’s BronzeCuckoo. The cuckoo was certainly very demanding. This week I went for a walk in the Nature Reserve and saw a young Horsfield’s Bronze Cuckoo mixing with a small flock of Fairy Wrens, and it was even imitating the call of the Fairy Wrens. It looked rather out of place being about twice the size of the wrens. but they

didn’t seem to mind. I noticed an article on the ‘ABC Nature’ Website www.abc.net.au/ science/articles/2008 that stated that researchers from the Australian National University and the University of Cambridge had observed that Horsfield’s BronzeCuckoos can modify their call depending on the species of bird they been reared with. Cuckoo chicks that hatch in a fairy-wren nest are known to copy that species’ short ‘cheep cheep’ call, while chicks that hatch in the nests of Thornbills imitate the Thornbill’s long whine. I listened to the Cuckoo in the Nature Reserve for ages, and the call was slightly different to the Fairy Wrens.

I just think that nature is really amazing. How do Horsfield’s BronzeCuckoos know to lay their eggs in another birds nest (cheeky blighters). Then the chicks know that they won’t get fed if they call like a Cuckoo, so they imitate the call of the host parents. Once they have left this family they then know how to call like a Cuckoo to attract other Cuckoos in the spring. It’s all very fascinating. On March 23 in the Ocean Grove Nature Reserve, there will be a Butterfly Walk at 9.30am with Valda Dedman, a butterfly expert from the Geelong Field Naturalists Club. Valda will talk about the history of the Small Ant-blue Butterfly and the Cabbage White Butterfly.

Then Barry and Bernie Lingham will talk about common butterflies of the Reserve and then go looking for some. This will be followed by morning tea. I received a call from Voice reader and bird enthusiast, Stan, who has observed that there are not as many birds in his garden this year. He has seen a lot less Thornbills, Blackbirds and New Holland Honeyeaters in particular. I must say that I have thought that there haven’t been as many Lorikeets around my area of Ocean Grove this year. If you are also concerned about bird numbers, please email me on jencarr@ y7mail.com. Thanks to Stan for taking the time to make contact. By Jennifer Carr

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GIVE BACK: Shaun Mitten donates his time and skills to the Rainbow Riders.

Winning waves COASTAL Cutz in Ocean Grove have recently commenced its blow wave workshops for 2013 with the first of its kind held at the end of last month. There is a minimum of four people to each class and participants get to learn the more intricate techniques in blowwaving and styling of hair. Coastal Cutz owner Tracey Novak said, “It’s a fun night where ladies are met on arrival with

champagne and nibbles. “We then have approximately one hour of theory where we discuss as a group some of the problem areas you are experiencing with your hair and also subjects such as shampooing your hair properly and why some blow-waves fail. “We then wash your hair and take you through, step by step, all the different techniques and what works on your hair and also the finishing off of

your style.” “Learning how to blow-wave your hair takes time and practice, explains Tracey. It’s not something that always comes naturally to a lot of a people. Holding a brush and hair-dryer combined with looking in a mirror where everything is in reverse makes doing your hair 10 times harder.” The Coastal Cutz blowwave workshops will be held throughout the year every three weeks.

UNLIKE humans, animals have no prejudice - something Rainbow Riders has embraced since 2001. Program worker Kade Clancy said the not-for-profit organisation utilised horses and the farming experience to help disadvantaged young people throughout the Geelong region. “Many children come from social, financial, physical or emotional disadvantage and have a range of complex needs that makes life difficult in their school, family or social relationships,” he said. “Our programs improve a young person’s self esteem and confidence, social skills, family and peer relationships whilst they learn the impact of their behaviour’s on others.” Kade said problem solving, taking responsibility, leadership,

personal challenge, nurturing, being physically active and, above all, having fun were all important benefits of working with horses. “Horses are powerful and dynamic animals that have a highly developed ability to read their environment. They react honestly to the signals given to them,” he said. “They’re a mirror for the action of those who work with them. This is a valuable lesson in communication and can help young people understand their role in social interaction with peers.” Ocean Grove’s Shaun Mitten, owner of BITS IT, has been involved with Rainbow Riders for over two years donating his time and skills. “I’ve been doing their computers for about two years. They approached me because they were

trying to get proper systems in place. I spend a couple of hours there each month,” he said. “I refurbish the machines for them. All of the equipment we get donated through donor tech and most of the stuff I give them is recycled machines. All my labour charge is for free.” Shaun said he thought Rainbow Riders was a wonderful cause and happily donated his time and efforts because of what they did. “It’s my way of giving back to the community. Every time I am there I always speak to the people there, there are always kids wanting to chat to you,” he said. “I recently acquired donations for their open day off my own back because I think they really do a great thing.” Visit www.rainbowriders.com.au

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Voice celebrates 100th edition TODAY the Ocean Grove Voice is celebrating its 100th edition since returning to the scene in July 2007. In that time your local newspaper has covered the town’s many highs, and a few lows, but throughout we have sought to celebrate our fortunate piece of paradise and get behind our teams, schools, volunteers and businesses. The Voice is hugely grateful for the support it has received from local businesses – some of which have supported us from the very first issue. “As an independent local newspaper we rely on the backing of local businesses to make it happen,” said Editor Alan Barber. “Without them we wouldn’t be at the fairs, footy and forums. They are directly helping support local community groups who would not otherwise have a voice. “That support is vital and we thank them for that.” The Voice is also immensely grateful to our sports and environment contributors who pour over results and reports, often at weekends and late at night. Spokespeople of some of the town’s most influential organisations agreed that a loyal local newspaper had become an important part of the local community. Jon Mamonski of Ocean Grove Community Enterprise said: “The Ocean Grove Voice is an integral part of our community and a vital organ of information and comment and a true reflection of Ocean Grove maturity as a growing town.

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DESIGN OF THE TIMES EXCLUSIVE THIS month work starts on Ocean Grove’s brand new state-of-the-art fire station. The $1.2 million station will be built on the corner of Grubb Road and Shell Road and is expected to be ready for crews to move in early next year. While locating the new station was the biggest headache for Government and CFA – there was never any doubt that

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Ocean Grove was in dire need of new facilities. Above is an exclusive first peek at the new station that meets the needs of our growing community. It is a sign of the times that Ocean Grove is getting new police, ambulance and fire bases. It is a design of the times that the new fire station already includes plans to expand in the coming years and accommodate a full-time paid brigade. Continued page 14.

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YOU may know Ocean Grove-trained actor Tom Smith’s face after a previous story about his impending Neighbours appearance. The Bellarine actor (pictured left) previously played a younger version of Declan Napier in a flashback in the long running soap series. But you may not realize you’ve been hearing his voice even more frequently. The 11-year-old St Thomas Primary School pupil has been notching up a heap of experience including providing the voice for the Spirit of Tasmania – Kids Go Free – advert. Not only that his perfect angelic little boy’s voice - which was discovered at Ocean Grove’s Screenactors - has been employed in two World Vision ads. However, far from letting his new found fame affect his, Tom remains the same unassuming youngster, despite questions from his intrigued schoolmates. “They ask, ‘how much money do you make,?’ he said. “I just tell them I haven’t been paid yet.” Tom’s mother Jenny who took him out of the acting school for a month to give him a break, said the Ocean Grove Screenactors has proven itself as a good link to acting networks, but more importantly as a good educational aid for youngsters. “It gives a confidence boost. It teaches them to speak clearly and in a grammatically correct way. And he has fun.”

Federal MP Darren Cheeseman with reps of the Grove’s united sports clubs: Lucas Baulch (cricket), Peter Cullen (football), Mark Rapa (soccer) and Sue Godfrey (netball). IT’S going to take superhuman power s to achieve but Ocean Grove’s long awaited Shell Oval sports precinct is firmly back on the agenda after Federal MP Darren Cheeseman acknowledged it is the “number one sports priority” in his constituency.

Quoting a figure of probably $4 million to achieve, Mr Cheeseman has challenged local sports clubs to agree a joint masterplan that will accommodate football, soccer, netball and cricket needs and start to address the town’s woeful facilities. Continued page 2

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“The Voice responds to issues, events, sport and also provides a lot of colour about individuals in Ocean Grove that make a difference. “The Ocean Grove Voice has been crucial in the growth and popularity of Carols in the Park over the last five years and we’ve doubled the number of people coming to the carols in that time, which is a shining example of the influence of The Ocean Grove Voice.” Keith Hankin, President of Ocean Grove Barwon Heads RSL said: “Number one, it’s an excellent achievement for The Voice; they must be printing the right type of material to continue for such a long time. “The Voice is to be complimented on their progress over the years. From an RSL point of view, we’re happy with the coverage the Voice gives us and look forward to that positive relationship continuing.” Colin Atkins, President of Ocean Grove Park, said: “We would say we’ve found The Voice a significant contributor of information and reporting to the community. As far as the Ocean Grove Park is concerned we’re pleased with the way The Voice has covered the

park and sponsored our Tranquillity Fair. There’s been good editorial and photography, not just for the park but the whole community. The Voice has filled a gap with information about community activities in Ocean Grove.” Dick Clay, president of Ocean Grove Rotary said: “Well, we’re very proud of having the relationship. The Voce has been very cooperative and gives us a good go. It’s very fair. The Voice is good for the community with lots of topical notes in it. It’s very good with the Rotary Club. “We’re trying to spread the rotary word and The Voice has been very helpful with that. It’s been good with the local sports which I think is very important in the community through football, netball and soccer. We’re happy with the connection and hopes it continues in the future.” Don Smith, secretary of Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club, said: “We are very, very pleased. It’s a very informative little paper with good articles and pictures. It’s been excellent as far as the Lions Club is concerned on various projects. We’re delighted with the coverage the Voice has

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given the Lions Club and will continue to supply the paper with news when we have events on. “It gives us local news. You can read the daily Melbourne papers, you can read the Geelong Advertiser, but this covers all our local news and sport. It’s the voice of the town, as it’s named.” “We read it cover to cover. I’d like to see it come out weekly if it could.” Geoff Cunningham, president of Ocean Grove Football Netball Club said: “I think The Voice is a fantastic local publication for the community. It really promotes our club in the community from the juniors all the way up to the seniors. It gives the players exposure in the local community.

We appreciate the match reports from Mark Heenan. I always look forward to getting my copy. People are proud of The Voice.” The Voice was initially launched in March 2005 and ran as a weekly for 12 months before going into hibernation for a year. It initially returned as a quarto sized monthly before it returned to tabloid format and increased its frequency to fortnightly. Rest assured, the Voice will not be standing still. The team is developing exciting plans for the future. If you have any comments or suggestions about the Voice please contact us on 5255 3233 or email news@ oceangrovevoice.com.

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Grills hits his way to maiden win OCEAN Grove local tennis sensation Jacob Grills finally chalked up his maiden win at the Australian Open Junior Boys’ Doubles last month at Melbourne Park. Grills teamed up with Daniel Guccione, cousin of Australian Davis Cup

representative Chris Guccione, to defeat the sixth seed pairing of Wayne Montgomery and Martin Redlicki 7-5, 6-3 in the Junior Boys’ Doubles event. “It was awesome to win a match in the juniors,” said Grills, who was competing at the Burnie International

last week. “We did well to win our first round match.” In the second round of the Boys’ Doubles, Guccione and Grills were defeated by Enzo Couacaud and Stefano Napolitano 3-6, 4-6. It was an improvement

on last year after Grills and Guccione lost their round one match at the 2012 Australian Open Junior Boys’ Doubles event. This week, the 17-yearold heads to Adelaide to play in the ATP Challenger event in West Lakes. This month, Grills

will travel to Mildura, Melbourne and Sydney to compete in a series of satellite tennis events. PLAYING WELL: Jacob Grills, pictured right, won his first match at the Australian Open. Photo: Geelong Lawn Tennis Club

Surfside waves soccer club kick about IT’S that time of year again for the Sunday kick about. If you fancy a kick or want to meet new people/ teammates, this is your chance. Come have a laugh and get some exercise at the Shell Rd pitches every Sunday at 5pm. This is open to every skill level over the age of 16, male and female.

All you need is some boots/runners, shin pads, water and a gold coin donation. The club is looking for all old and new players to come down. The new season is not far away and Surfside Waves want you to play. The information day for registrations is on February 10 at the Shell Reserve pitches from 12pm to 2pm,

for juniors and seniors. Registrations will be done online. The club is also looking for coaches, old and new, back to the club. All new coaches will be put through a coaching course at the club’s expense. If anybody has any questions please contact Stan Nangle via email at stannangle@hotmail.com

ON SIDE: Surfside Waves had a good turn out for a kick about last Sunday. Players can join them this week at 5pm.

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QUEENSCLIFF BLUE WATER CHALLENGE 2013

Asher gets better with age MARK HEENAN

VETERANS: Dorothy Dickey and Jan Cheatley (Torquay) swam in the 70+ female swim.

OCEAN GROVE local swimmer Robin Asher is like a fine wine, he just gets better with age. Last month, the 53-yearold finished third in the 50-59 age category in the 1.2 km Queenscliff Blue Water Challenge on Sunday, January 27. Asher, who recorded a time of 13:01, edged out fellow Ocean Grove local Mark Stone by two seconds. Overall the veteran superfish finished ninth, while Stone finished tenth. Asher said it was a dramatic end to the finish line with Stone. “At Queenscliff, I was beating him (at first), and then he was beating me,” Asher recalled. “And then we had about a third of the race to go and it was full-on battle between the two of us up until the end. “I got level with his (Stone’s) ankle, got level with his knee and I was level with his knee for about 100 metres and I just got past him a little bit at the end. “And I thought he died (out of the race), and I kept going all the way, but he was like two seconds behind me at the finish line.

“So he was right there all the way. “It was such a hard swim.” Asher could have been forgiven even if he slowed up in his swim in Queenscliff because a day earlier on Australia Day the talented long distance ocean swimmer won the 50-59 age group at the 1.2km MMAD swim at Mouth Martha on the Mornington Peninsula.

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Swim Series is the Cerberus Swim Classic at Half Moon Bay in Black Rock on Saturday, February 16, which is the final race in the series. Robin is the husband of Geelong mayoral candidate Stephanie Asher, who finished second to the newly elected Keith Fagg in last year’s mayoral race. MEANWHILE more than 400 swimmers took part in the 1.2

...we had about a third of the race to go and it was a full-on battle between the two of us up until the end - Robin Asher

Asher continues to clock up many miles in the ocean surrounds after his competitive swims along the Surf Coast, Bellarine and Mornington Peninsula regions in 2013. This summer he swam the Danger 1000 in Torquay, Rock 2 Ramp in Anglesea, Rip to View in Point Lonsdale, and he won the 2km Sorrento Bay swim on January 5 for his age group. The inspirational Asher is now one of the leading contenders to take out the Cousins Great Victorian Swim Series for his age group. His next swim in the Cousins Great Victorian

km Queenscliff Blue Water Challenge over the Australia Day long weekend on Sunday, January 27. Queenscliff Blue Water Challenge Race Director, Margie Heffernan, said the support from Ocean Grove locals was fantastic on the day. “From an Ocean Grove perspective it is a great activity and we got a lot of locals that came,” Heffernan said. “Most of our members from the Boroughcoutas Swimming Club (who organise the race) live in Ocean Grove.” Heffernan said despite numbers being down

LIKE A FINE WINE: Robin Asher finished third in his age category at the Queenscliff Blue Water Challenge.

compared to last year’s event it was a great atmosphere on the day. “Entry numbers were down,” Heffernan said. “Everyone that was there had a fabulous time. “People email me after the race and say ‘this is the best swim race of the year, we love it, we always come’. “But I think with a long weekend there are a lot of options – we are appreciative of anyone that shows up.”

Fifteen-year-old Lachlan May won the main event in a time of 12:49, while 17-year-old Tamara Groves was the first female across the line in a time of 14:17. Another Ocean Grover who did well was Andrew Aquilina who finished second in the men’s 30-39 category in a time of 14:41. Jonathan May from Camberwell won the 600m race in the 12-13 year-old category after winning in 07:14.

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Back on court for new year WELCOME back to the continuation of the Summer tennis season. We had a great response to our Friday night practice last week with many Junior teams getting together for the first time in a couple of months. We had a mixed bag of results at home this Saturday, a draw, some very close games and a loss. Results 5 Boys Home vs Grovedale won by just 3 games 3,26 – 3, 23. 8 Mixed Red Home vs Drysdale unfortunately lost 0, 20 – 6, 36. 9 Boys won convincingly over Highton Blue at Home 6,36 – 0,6. 16 Boys played a draw at Home vs Portarlington 3,27 – 3, 27. 17 Boys had a great win 5, 35 – 1, 13. 19 Girls won over Leopold at Home 4, 30 – 2, 16 25 Mixed won by just 1 game over Grovedale at Home 3,27 – 3, 26 Other news from Ocean Grove Tennis Club The Committee will shortly be finalising a date for the annual Junior Club Championships. This day

Christian West.

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offers the Juniors a different type of competition to the Saturday mornings, and of course a chance to become Club Champion. The Junior Tennis Masters Series, previously Bendigo Bank tournament, started last Sunday at Drysdale. These tournaments are designed for juniors who would like to have a go at tournament play or take their tennis a step further. You can enter one, a

few or even all tournaments if you choose. Entry is only $15 for each tournament. Winners and Runners Up are announced at each event. These tournaments would be great to enhance your tennis ability and also to meet some other players from the Geelong Area. Please ask Committee members for entry forms on Friday night or Saturday morning at the club. Ocean Grove Tennis Club in partnership

Grovers at Country Week EVERY year Creswick’s Mount Prospect Lawn Tennis Club hosts Ballarat Country Week. This junior doubles tournament includes teams from Ballarat, Geelong, Buninyong and Mt. Prospect. Many Ocean Grove Juniors joined forces with Newcomb, Geelong East Uniting, Leopold, Highton and Lorne players to form the integrated Geelong teams this year. There were two categories, Under 19’s & Under 14’s. Mt Prospect boasts twenty-nine courts, 16 of the best grass courts in Victoria, and thirteen hard courts which were also used throughout the

competition. Over the week there were brilliant displays of sportsmanship and teamwork. Parents, team managers, and the organisers all worked together to support the players and make this event run smoothly. There were 115 juniors in the event, a 50% drop from previous years. It is due to this that the tournament, sadly, will no longer be held. It is a great loss for the club, the region, and the families who look forward to having a week away. A group dinner was organised for 80 Geelong members on the Thursday

Jacinta Smith & Steven Cini.

Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY

with Julie Golightly, will host this tournament on Sunday March 24. A reminder that coaching at the club started back on February 4th and is a good chance for students to hone their skills before the Club Champs and Junior Tennis Masters Series. Results complied by Jen & David Franks. Go to ‘David Franks Tennis Coaching’ facebook page for results, tips and more information.

Ethan Franks (far left) and Michael Maertzdorf (far right) were in Geelong’s winning Under 14 C Boys side.

evening, and it was a great opportunity to bond before the finals. The six integrated Geelong teams played exceptionally well and really lifted when it counted towards the finals. They finished up in four Grand

Finals and won two of them, the Under 19B Mixed and Under 14 C Boys. The Ocean Grove Juniors made a substantial contribution to their Geelong team.

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Rooke kicks-off training By MARK HEENAN PRIZED Ocean Grove recruit Max Rooke trained with his new Grubber teammates for the first time last week. Rooke, a two-time Geelong AFL premiership player in 2007 and 2009, took part in a 90-minute training session at Collendina Recreation Reserve during the Australia Day long weekend on Monday January 28. The 31-year-old spoke to the Voice after the Grubbers’ first official senior pre-season training in 2013 following the club’s enforced Christmas and new year summer break. “It is good fun, it is nice to come down and have a

bit of jog around and meet a few guys,” said Rooke, who signed on with the Grubbers in January. “I knew a few guys at the club.” Rooke has spent the last two seasons with the GFL club Newtown and Chilwell in addition to his coaching role at the Geelong Football Club after he retired from playing in the AFL in 2010 with the Cats. He remains on the coaching staff at the Geelong Football Club in 2013. The former AFL defender is eager to play more local football games after two match appearances with Newtown and Chilwell in 2012. Rooke is expected to play six to eight matches this

season with the Grubbers and is likely to assist new Ocean Grove playing coach, Shane Jack, with his coaching duties at training and on match days. “I haven’t had much time to train with my coaching basically – that is what tonight (at Collendina) is about and have a run around,” Rooke said. “I did have more of a coaching role in 2011 (at Newtown and Chilwell in the first year), I was bench coach,” he said. “Last year, I did not really have the time to play and (help out coaching). Rooke has also joined forces with Mark Laidler, who returns to the Grubbers in 2013 after spending three seasons playing with Newtown and Chilwell.

GRUBBER: Max Rooke trains with his new team.

Grubbers hit the ground running THE Grubbers returned from their summer break last week and hit the ground running at their first preseason outing for 2013. Up to 40 Ocean Grove Football Club players took part in a gruelling 90-minute training session at Collendina Recreation Reserve on Monday, January 28. The Grubbers’ players and fellow coaching staff competed in a series of kicking and handballing drills, game scenarios and running sprints. Ocean Grove playing coach, Shane Jack, said he was pleased with the turnout

from the first pre-season training for the new year. “We counted 40 players in the end, we got about eight apologies, pretty good numbers first up for this year,” Jack said. The Grubbers will continue to train on Monday and Wednesday evenings at Collendina Recreation Reserve. Jack said the focus prior to the club’s Bellarine Football League season opener on March 30 at pre-season training will be developing their own game style. “We are going to work on game style stuff and game structures and we are going to have a couple of intraclub hit-outs and get stuck into practice matches,” Jack said. MEANWHILE Ocean Grove will take on the Whittlesea Football Club who play in the Northern Football League in the first of their two pre-season matches, on Saturday March 2. The Grubbers then back up against Strathmore in a final pre-season hit-out in their annual ‘Red Trevean’ Challenge match two weeks later on Saturday, March 16. Last year, Strathmore, 2011 Essendon and District

Football League A-Grade premiers, defeated the Grubbers by 72 points on the eve of the 2012 season. Both practice games are likely to be played in the local region, but it will depend on the availability of the Ocean Grove Memorial Recreation Reserve and if the Grubbers make A-Grade finals in the Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association. The Grubbers’ first home and away match is against Drysdale on Saturday March 30 at Ocean Grove. Ocean Grove plays three of their first five games at home to start their 2013 BFL season campaign. IN OTHER news, the Grubbers have announced their new reserves coaching staff for 2013. New Grubbers’ Director Gavin Berry will work alongside Shane McLaughlan, who will take the bulk of reserves coaching duties, while Peter Mohr will work in an assistant’s role. The 2012 Ocean Grove Football Club reserves premiership winning coach, Adrian Stapleton, had informed the Grubbers earlier in the pre-season of his intention to stand down and concentrate on family and work commitments.

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THIS year’s Community Challenge bowls competition is likely to be well over subscribed again, so teams are being urged to register to avoid disappointment. The four week series resumes on Monday March 4. Organizer John McConville said the Ocean Grove Bowling Club’s annual business and community competition had been going strong for 14 years and there are still no signs of a let up. “It’s proven to be very successful by providing a good night’s entertainment, giving players the opportunity of socialising with other members of the community whilst learning the game,” he said. “Teams consist of four players, male, female or mixed. Teams cannot have a member who plays regular pennant or social bowls and

it doesn’t have to be the same members each week.” John said through the generosity of their sponsor Ocean Grove All Makes Automotive there will be prizes awarded every evening to the winning teams. “There will be a premier team at the end of the competition. The Ocean Grove Voice has donated a perpetual trophy and individual trophies for the winning team,” he said. Players must wear flat shoes or bare feet and bowls will be provided for players if they don’t have their own. The cost is $50 per team per night and includes a meal after the game. Only 42 teams can be accepted and entries close on February 25. For more details contact John McConville on 0407 096 811.

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Lee and side earn good win Saturday Pennant In the context of where all Ocean Grove Saturday Pennant sides would finish on the ladder there was no bigger round than round 15. Finals aspirations or holding their spot in that particular division was on the line for all six sides going into the fourth last game of the season. Premier Division faced a top of the table clash and a bus trip down the Midland Highway to tackle Victoria. The side’s only blemish so far this season was at the hands of Victoria in round 6 so the rebounding game was certainly one that going into the finals the Grovers wanted to make sure they took the advantage and secured the top spot on the ladder. Fronting up on a surface that instead of usual Pennant practice last Thursday night maybe we should have had a weights session instead. The home side definitely handled the dead track better than we did. Not to be for the Grovers and will have to rebound against Central Wendouree next week. This loss will see the side slip to second and with 3 games to go need to bounce back to regain the first rung on the ladder. Treating Rd 15 as their first final was the scenario for Div 2, a win was a must if finals were to play a part in their season fixture. Sitting in fifth spot for the last few weeks and only a handful of points out of the four there would be no better way to stake your claim for a finals position than to come up against top side Bareena on your own green. A win here and the confidence boost for the side would be enormous with three games to go. They only need to make the four and its anyone’s game. Unfortunately again not to be as we succumbed to the Bareena team by 8

shots, two rink wins to Chris Deppeler and Peter Patterson wasn’t enough to get the boys over the line. Hopefully three wins and some good fortune there might be a glimmer of hope for the twos. Remaining games in Div 3 will see these boys fight to save off relegation. Wanting to hold on to their position will be enough and a win against Portarlington has certainly helped that cause. 16 points to 2 and an 11 shot win was the result with the Kevin Cornell skipped combination, the bench setter providing a solid 13 shot margin. Securing top spot was on the cards for the Fives, tackling the bottom side Drysdale at Drysdale, and again unable to maintain their good form dropped the ball and missed the opportunity by 8 shots. Two rink wins will see them hold on to first place but the margin will have reduced between first and second place. Back on track for a win next week will be the focus Same scenario for Div 6 and 7 as it was in Div 3, Wins in the remaining games will ensure they hold onto the spot in that particular division. Div 6 made the tough challenging journey to Anglesea and came back victors. A great effort especially at Anglesea which is never easy. Three rink wins with Ivan Lee and his men leading the way with an 11 shot win ably backed up by Billy Ryan’s foursome 6 up and John Sydenham 2 accounted for the other rinks narrow loss. Div 7 hosted Portarlington and again secured the points. Trevor McArdle and his side of Stan Chivillo, George Findlay and Martin VanDoren were able to bring the side home and in the process gain the King of the Rinks honours. Well done boys. Midweek Pennant Two wins from 5 sides was the result

last week for the girls. Div One-One travelled to Belmont in what was their chance to make a move into the top four however Belmont had other ideas and came out with all guns blazing. Unfortunately the Grove girls were never in the match and Belmont ran away with a comprehensive victory. Facing up to Portarlington with two rounds to go if the girls have any desire to feature in finals they need to get two wins. If some results happen to fall their way a finals spot can still occur. Div One – Two had a terrific win against Geelong RSL at home and their second half of the season has certainly improved and they are still in with a chance of securing their spot back in Div one again next year. A solid 9 shot win to the Kerrie Simpson team led the way with Pres Marlene carding a two shot victory. Not good news for Div 3 and 5 who found Highton and Clifton Springs respectively too good on the day. With two wins in the remaining games Div 5 could still find themselves with a top four position but have to make sure they can get the two wins first. Division Six also carried the flag for

the Grove girls this week with a great win against Clifton Springs. Nancy Rodoni struck a hot bit of form and led her team of Karla Turner, Ian Turner and Sandi Williams to a Rink of the Day win 29-13. Backed up with Anne Larkins, Maree Quirk, John Forde and Helen Brache not far behind carding a 31-17 win. Great win there girls and ‘boys’. GBR Region Singles Ocean Groves Mick West (pictured above left) has claimed honours in the Prestigious Blue Ribbon singles championship for Geelong. Last Sunday Mick came up against former OG player Adam Bateup in the semi final whilst in the other semi Ocean Groves Owen Clark tackled Queenscliff’s Barrie Close. Mick reigned supreme defeating Bateup 25 – 20 and Owen unfortunately just missed out after a great game with Close which could have gone either way after holding game a couple of times 23 – 25. In the final Mick showed his colours and produced his good form to take the title 25-14. Brilliant Job. By Matt Flapper

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Bowlologist visits the Wallabies OCEAN Grove Voice’s Mark Heenan chats with former Australian test bowler Damien Fleming who visited the Bellarine Peninsula region over the weekend. Fleming was a guest speaker at Wallington Cricket Club’s annual Sportsman’s night on Saturday February 2. Wallington Cricket Club president, Justin Van Loon, said it was an enjoyable night

for club members and to attract someone of Fleming’s calibre. “The Sportsman’s night is an annual event. We have had the likes of Kerry O’Keefe, Merv Hughes, Dean Jones, Rodney Hogg and Jeff Thomson in previous years,” Van Loon said. “It is a good night for our members and gives them a bit of a fun night and they learn more about the

professional sportsman and the professional cricketers – A lot of young kids get a lot out of it which is really good.” Fleming, who played 20 tests and took 75 test wickets at 25.89 from 1994 to 2001, works as a cricket commentator for Fox Sports and ABC radio and is a regular on the public speaking circuit. Fleming, 42, who also played 88 One-Day

Sam Negri bowling for Collendina u13 versus Lethbridge.

Internationals for Australia, is one of only three cricketers to claim a hat-trick on his test debut. In 1994, Fleming etched his name into cricketing folklore with his memorable hat-trick in Rawalpindi in Pakistan after claiming the wicket of Salim Malik. Fleming returned his best figures in test cricket of 5/31 against India in Adelaide in

1999, where if not for Shane Warne spilling a simple slips catch, the former Victorian bowler would have claimed a second test hat-trick. MH: How did the opportunity arise to come down to the Wallington Cricket Club? DF: “The opportunity actually came through a speaking agency called ‘Renegade Management’

Joey Nagle for Collendina u13 versus Lethbridge.

Young Cobras step it up Under 17 Round 6 – Collendina vs. Anglesea The last game before Christmas was a T20 game played at Collendina. Paddy won the toss and elected to bat with the Cobras making a fair score given the talent in the Anglesea line up of 5 for 108 with Michael Washford and Daniel McManus being the most successful with the bat making 26 and 39 respectively. Anglesea were able to pass the Cobras score making 7 for 117 off their allotted 20 overs with Liam Tipping being the most successful bowler taking 2 for 17. Round 7 – Collendina vs. East Belmont Not only was the first game after the Christmas break again a T20 game but Paddy Malone won the toss again and as he should do on a hard wicket decided to bat first making a solid 99 being all out in the 18th over. With 99 not too many of the lads got off to good starts with the best being Luke Deveraux making 16 not out. Great bowling saw the Cobra bowlers restrict East Belmont to just 89 in their allotted 20

overs. Michael Washford was successful in picking up 2 for 20 and Sam Pfeiffer getting it done with the ball this game picking up 2 for 7. Round 8 – Collendina vs. Wallington Round 8 saw the 2nd last 2 day game being played at Wallington. Cobras were again successful with the toss batting first making a very good 201 off 47 overs on a ground which traditionally is a hard ground to score runs on. Jackson Gravenor, who has been very good all year with the bat, made a great 62 well supported by Sam Pfeiffer 20, Luke Deveraux 20 and Spencer Symes showing off his batting talents making 31. Next week sees the Cobras needing to win to be assured of a place in top 4. Under 15 Round 6 - Collendina vs. Alexander Thomson The Cobras playing their 2nd T20 match for the season batted first on a damp Saturday morning making 6/103 off their 20 overs. Byron Taylor 21, Harry Skeen 22 and Corey Pfeiffer 17 scored well on a very slow ground. The Alexander Thomson boys

came out swinging hard but due to tight bowling, wickets fell consistently allowing the Cobras to restrict them to just 83. The best of the bowlers were Darcy Pearson, Craig Goodger and Liam McManus. Round 7 – Collendina vs Bannockburn The last of the T20 games played after the Christmas break for the season saw the Cobras again off to a great start with the bat. Reliable duo Byron and Darcy both having to retire on 25 and the ever improving Corey Pfeiffer making a steady 16 helped the score creep up to 3 for 102 off 20 overs. Again, the Cobra bowlers restricted the opposition allowing the top of the ladder Bannockburn to make just 87. The best of the bowlers were Darcy Pearson 1 for 3, Sam Beasley 1 for 2 and Byron Taylor 1 for 9 all off their maximum of 3 overs each Round 7 – Collendina vs Highton For the 2nd game in a row the Cobras came up against a higher placed team. Losing the toss and being asked to bowl, the Cobras rolled

Highton for just 122 thanks to Byron Taylor and Riley Kohler both taking a great 3 for 15, well supported by Corey Pfeiffer and Craig Goodger behind the stumps, along with 3 excellent catches by Darcy Pearson saw the Cobras needing to face the last 9 overs of the day. Batting extremely well the boys finished the first day at 0 for 40 Under 15 Round 6 – Collendina vs. St. Peters In the last game before Christmas the Cobras Under 13 Royce Division boys played 26 over One Day Game against St. Peters. The Cobras batted first making 7 for 99 with Nat Pearson 18 no, Ethan Reeves 20 retired and Matthew Stanic 14 no being the most successful with the bat. When it was the Cobras turn with the ball, St. Peters were restricted to just 4 for 73 thanks to great bowling from the entire team with Charlie Sprague 1 for 2 and Nat Pearson 2 for 7 being the successful bowlers. Round 7 – Collendina vs. Bell Post Hill Well the Christmas Break

didn’t seem to do the young Cobras a favour going down to Bell Post Hill in a 26 over one day game. The Cobras made a competitive 9 for 85 with Logan Taylor making a very good 26 not out and Nat Pearson 13 being the only batsmen to make double figures. When it came to bowling, the Cobras were not able to restrict Bell Post Hill being passed in the 2nd last over with Bell Post Hill making 5 for 92. Nat Pearson 2 for 8, Ethan Reeves 1 for 5, Logan Taylor 1 for 6 and Matthew Stanic 1 for 14 were the wicket takers this game. Round 7 – Collendina vs. South Barwon Playing away again but this time in a 2 day game saw the young Cobras back on track making 2 for 138 off their allotted 26 overs with another 26 still to face next week. When it was South Barwon’s turn to bat the Cobras were able to bowl them out in the 26th over for just 54 with Logan Taylor 2 for 0, Ronan Healy 2 for 1 (with a superb Max Sutton Stumping), Jake Powe 2 for 4, and Nat Pearson 2 for 6 being the multiple wicket takers.

who I do a bit of work for. You will find with the media you get asked to do a lot public speaking jobs; whether it would be cricket clubs, football clubs or businesses. I gave Justin Van Loon (Wallington Cricket Club president) a call and seeing the speakers (they have had in the past) and how the club is going. Geez, they have had some pretty good speakers, so there is a bit of pressure on tonight. You know driving into the ground it is just beautiful, great night, Wallington has brilliant clubrooms.” MH:Have you spent much time in the Ocean Grove area and the wider Geelong region? DF: “My wife’s family is from Geelong, and her cousin is Brad Stacey (from Geelong) and I played cricket with him for Victoria. I have not been down to these parts of the (Bellarine Peninsula) for a fair while. I know as teenagers we used to go to Apollo Bay and Lorne, it was great fun. I have had the odd holidays here, but as I’m based in the east part of Melbourne, we tend to go to the Mornington Peninsula more. We have Christmas day in Geelong every second Christmas. All my wife’s parents’ family are based in Geelong. I was down in Belmont (at South Barwon) a few weeks’ ago, I was doing some work for Shaun Brown’s Cricket Coaching with Merv Hughes.”

MH: You are referred to as the ‘bowlologist’ in cricket, where did that all start from? DF: “I came up with the name ‘bowlologist’ when I was at the Australian Cricket Academy. I was the only former player who was coaching there (at the Academy) at the time. The coaches there at the Academy and I got on really well, but they were very physical and technical focussed. Their general philosophy was if you were not technically perfect you should not be able to play the game of cricket and I am going ‘You play cricket because you love it’ then you build your skills and your technique. I was also doing radio at the time and a guy called Reggie White died, an American gridiron player, and his nickname was a ‘The Minister of Defense’ and thought that was a good nickname. I was throwing it around and came up with the ‘bowlologist’ and to teach ‘bowlology’. Cricket coaching is so serious but you can do it in a self-deprecating funny way as the ‘bowlologist’. There are six deliveries to ‘bowlology’; There is the physical, the technical, the skills, the mental, the tactics and number six is performance. I had a skill matrix on all of that, where I could just rate players and then I would have a coaching plan. I have used it in my business life since and in my cricket commentary.”

Wallington Cricket Club president Justin Van Loon, Former Australian test bowler Damien Fleming and Wallington Cricket Club coach Darren Cameron at the Sportsmans night.

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Jye Herps bowling for Cobras A grade against Jan Juc.

A grader Andy Higgins in action against Jan Juc.

RISING BPCA A-Grade finals contender, Jan Juc, claimed a four-wicket victory over Collendina after the completion of their two-day clash at Collendina on Saturday, writes Mark Heenan. Jan Juc, who moved into second position on the A-Grade ladder are only behind ladder leader Barwon Heads on percentage, passed the Cobras modest total of 135 midway through the second day.

and his teammate Ricky Leyonhjelm (47). Jan Juc eventually bowled out for 193 in 69 overs thanks to Cobra skipper and strike bowler Jye Hearps. Hearps claimed 5/72 from his 24 overs, and his fellow opening ball partner Andy Higgins took 2/68 from 28 overs and bowled 11 maidens. Jan Juc coach, Denis Bilston, said while he was aware the Cobras were not at full strength, he

Cobras bitten by lively Sharks On day one, veteran Cobras batsman Richie Peters top scored with 43 but the home side crumbled to be all out in 53.3 overs. Peters and fellow opening batsman Cameron Kavaliunas (19) got Collendina off to a bright start sharing in a 53-run opening partnership stand on the opening day. The Sharks who resumed at 2/72 on day two, were well led by Jan Juc opening batsman Ben Smiljanic (66)

knew it was going to be a competitive match. “I knew Collendina weren’t at full strength, they are the reigning premiers and they certainly need to be respected,” Bilston said. “A lot of clubs haven’t respected us and we have been able to knock them off, we came in here expecting a big fight with Collendina. “Collendina are very well led by Jye Hearps, he is a good skipper and a very good player.”

Along with Barwon Heads, Jan Juc is arguably the form team of the BPCA competition having won their last six consecutive A-Grade matches. This Saturday, Collendina A-Grade travel to Queenscliff for their twoday round ten clash. IN the B-Grade, Jan Juc scored a two-wicket win over Collendina at Jan Juc Park in their two-day clash. Batting first, Collendina were all bowled out for 181 in 50 overs on day one,

Cobra Sam Tucker top scoring with 46. In reply, Jan Juc were dismissed 215 in 78 overs. THE C-Grade fixture between Collendina and Jan Juc at Bellarine Secondary College’s Ocean Grove Campus saw the Cobras fall short by 124 runs. Batting first, Jan Juc made 9/228 from their 60 overs on day one. Three Cobra bowlers all chipped with two wickets apiece, including Ashley

Denneman (2/33), HelenClaire Jones (2/28) and Riley Koher (2/44). In response, Collendina were bowled out for 104 in 49 overs. THE D-Grade one-day match between Ocean Grove 1 and Collendina at Connewarre was a much a better result for the Cobras on Saturday. Batting second, Collendina won with seven wickets to spare to finish at 3/146 after Grove were all bowled out for 135 in 36.3 overs.

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Battle of the bridge crucial FINALS still remains the operative word at Ocean Grove ahead of their twoday clash against Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association premiership favourites Barwon Heads on Saturday. Ocean Grove coach, Lucas Cameron, said the recent rivalry in the ‘battle of the bridge’ clashes will only intensify again this Saturday at Barwon Heads. The Grubbers eliminated their neighbouring rivals from last season’s A-Grade semi-finals, however ladder leaders Barwon Heads remain the side to beat in 2012/13 with their six wins. “Always great games against Heads (Barwon Heads),” Cameron said. “We have to go into the game prepared and confident. “We realise that our season is on the line and hopefully we play accordingly.” The Grubbers’ A-Grade, who are in sixth position with a 5-3 record after eight rounds, won on first innings by 72 runs against Newcomb in their twoday round nine game at

Ocean Grove on Saturday. Resuming at 5/125 in response to Newcomb’s first innings total of 136, Ocean Grove went in search of quick runs on day two in pursuit of a rare outright victory. Grubber David Turner (34) and coach Lucas Cameron (28) batted aggressively and put on 41 runs for the sixth wicket to open day two against the Newcomb bowling attack. Earlier on day one, Pat Kuipers (42) and Michael Kenneady (31) helped the home side get off to a positive start. Grubber spinner, Mick Gill, was the leading wicket-taker with 3/42 from 14 overs on day one. “Yeah it was a good team effort,” Cameron said. “We were in the position at end of day one and the start of second day’s play where we needed to be more aggressive than usual. “Tried for the outright, but in hindsight we never built a big enough lead to

be super attacking.” In Newcomb’s second dig the visitors made 8/215 with Greg Matthews (99) the star batsman for the visitors. Youngster Robert Procter continued his strong form after he took 4/38 from 11 overs. The A-Grade Grubbers face finals contenders Barwon Heads and Portarlington in their two games. A SUPERLATIVE innings of 97 from Ocean Grove youngster Zac Henderson helped the Grubbers to a rare 190run outright win against Newcomb in their twoday B-Grade clash. Batting first, the Grubbers made the highly competitive team score of 361 from only 61 overs. Grubber batsman Corey Buxton (54) and Brad Fendyk (50) compiled well made half-centuries to assist Henderson. On day two, Ocean Grove skittled Newcomb for only 98 in their first innings and 73 in their second dig. Ocean Grove bowler, Marcus Wirth, was the chief destroyer in

Grove A graders Mick Gill, Dan Roddis and Shaun Braniff in action against Newcomb at the weekend. Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY

Newcomb’s first innings with 6/67, while teammate Linden Giuffrida’s 6/19 helped the home side deliver the outright victory. IN the C-Grade twoday game at Shell Road Recreation Reserve, Ocean Grove went in search of another outright win against Anglesea. Anglesea, who won the toss and batted first, were

bowled out for only 78 in their first innings and dismissed for 98 in their return innings. In reply, Ocean Grove scored 3 declared for 84 in the first innings and fell 21 runs short of an outright victory after the Grubbers ended up at 3/72 in their second innings. IN the D-Grade round 14 one-day game, Ocean Grove 2 had the bye.

‘Grove leads the way’ DISABLED surfing founder Gary Blaschke has heaped praise on the Ocean Grove-based Victoria DSA team, and the way the local community has rallied behind the cause. The DSA gives disabled participants, supported by able bodied volunteers, a chance to experience the ocean in a fun and well supervised environment. The national president, who began the organisation 28 years ago, was on the beach on Sunday for Ocean Grove’s first event of the year, itself attracting 150 volunteers and 30 participants.

Looking across at the event unfolding Gary said: “It’s going fantastic, it’s probably one of the best branches around Australia. We’ve got 16 now, one in New Zealand. “It’s (Ocean Grove) very community-minded. Getting the community, the volunteers here is no problem what so ever. “Having people like ‘Basha’ and Julia (Mark and Julia Beshara) heading the group and having a good back up crew, means there’s no worries here. “I think this is the first event in 28 years that I haven’t actually been in the water. They’ve told me to

mingle. I’m feeling totally out of water here.” Asked if this is what he envisaged 28 years ago, Gary said: “It wasn’t about numbers, it was about getting the standards right. It was about setting some precedence so other people who wanted to take someone out into the water were able to be sure they had the right amount of people out in the water supporting them. “It’s no good taking disabled people out one on one or two on one. We have a minimum of six to one and we go up to 30 to one when we go up to ventilated quadriplegics.

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“If safety is not your major criteria, sooner or later there will be an accident. You’ve got to follow these standards. A headline saying disabled surfer drowns destroys everybody’s reputation. “Basha and Julia and the crew here have set a precedent over at the Mornington Peninsula as well. Both organisations have been fantastic and both organisations have been adopted by the local communities. It’s just absolutely enlightening from my perspective that people are embracing the DSA. The community is embracing the DSA.”

That said the organisation is still getting resistance from some levels of government. “Federal government –that’s another story, although Tony Abbott got in the water to volunteer at a Sydney event last year.” While Gary chats we are interrupted by the sound of cheers. “That’s what we teach (refering the cheers). We teach ‘jeez, that was a great wipe out’. We are basically teaching common sense, how you would expect to be treated if you had some sort of disability.” The cheers and applause continue.

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