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FUN FAIR: Emma Stubbs and Link Richardson Stubbs enjoy the thrills and spills of Surfside Primary School’s Fresh Food Fair.

Hardy folk flock to fair DESPITE a wet and wooly start to Sunday morning, Grovers and visitors flocked to Surfside Primary’s annual fresh food fair. A packed programme of attractions, rides, food and plant stalls ensured those that made the trip were not disappointed. All centred around the school’s successful

kitchen garden, the fair lived up to its reputation for tasty gourmet snacks – varying from curried sausage rolls and squid to cakes and fruit. For the more energetic, long rides on the mini jeeps, flying chairs, an inflatable slide and pony rides were on offer, while a pets

corner provided refuge from the busier areas. Smiling staff, parents and pupils manned the stalls throughout the changeable morning, helping to raise money for the school and making sure visitors were given a fun morning out.

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AN Ocean Grove man received evidence. Velvet has had her fair share 5500 the5255 fright of his lifewww.memories.net.au after having to rush his pet dog to of health issues this year after the emergency vet after being being diagnosed with meningitis at the beginning of the year and poisoned. Ken Toleman suspects his Ken said with this most recent cavalier King Charles Spaniel appointment, he now has spent Velvet, was intentionally well over $3000 on his pet. Ken said he was shocked by poisoned after she collapsed what happened and was now three weeks ago. Ken lives on a busy main cautious about having his dogs road in Ocean Grove and was in the front yard. “I’ll keep my eye open now, I distressed to come out on the don’t want it happening again as Sunday morning to find one of if I hadn’t of been here, it could his dogs struggling to walk. “I let them out into (the front very wellhave been fatal,” he said. Bellarine police Leader Senior yard) about 9 o’clock and at Constable Lynn Brooks said this about 11 o’clock Bella was there was not the first possible animal but Velvet was missing,” he said. “After lunch I had a look out poisoning case she’d heard and Velvet was hunched in the about. Officer Brooks said another back of the kennel and wouldn’t come out; when she did come Ocean Grove resident reported a suspected baiting of her sixout she could hardly walk.” Ken had to rush the seven- month-old kitten early last week. “A woman reported her six year-old dog to a Geelong vet before she was transferred to month old kitten came home the Bellarine Veterinary Clinic paralysed, she wasn’t sure where she was diagnosed with whether it had been baited or hit,” she said. having ingested a toxin. Sen Constable Brooks said “As soon as they saw her, they the baiting of animals fell under knew something was wrong,” he said. Velvet has made a full the Prevention of Cruelty to recovery however Ken made Animals Act 1986 and offenders a disturbing discovery in his faced a substantial fine or up to fenced front yard the day after two years imprisonment. “As police our biggest concerns she fell ill. are the escalation of incidents “On the Monday I was walking down the street and underneath between neighbours and baiting the bush that Velvet likes to sit of pet animals is up there with violence and property damage,” near, there was a bowl,” he said. “I suspect something was she said. CONTINUED PAGE 4 planted there.”

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Frenzy shines on OCEAN Grove Surf Lifesavers were working hard during the Frenzy on Saturday. The sun came out for the annual Melbourne Cup weekend surf club fundraiser and so did the red and yellow of the club’s volunteers. The club also offered defibrillator and equipment demonstrations, face painting and a sausage sizzle. Local shops offered special deals to customers on the day and shoppers were encouraged to make their own donations. The Frenzy organisers hope to contribute towards a new four-wheel drive vehicle and the upgrading of their radio and public announcement system.

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Students offered counselling STAFF have offered Bellarine Secondary College students counselling after a 17-yearold was stabbed with a pen in a school yard fight last week. The story made national news headlines when the student was allegedly stabbed by a 15-year-old following facebook taunts. A Victoria Police spokeswoman said a fight broke out between a 17-year-old, from Drysdale, and a 15-yearold boy, from Ocean Grove, at the college on Peninsula Drive in Drysdale. ‘‘Both boys received injuries. The 17-yearold was taken to Geelong Hospital with serious injuries,’’ the spokeswoman said. The 17-year-old has since been released from hospital. ‘‘The investigation is ongoing,’’ said the police. No charges have been laid.

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TACHE CLASH: Mat Rantall and Colin Smith of Ocean Grove Quality Meats, and Ben Chudoschnik and Omar Lewis of the Piping Hot Chicken Shop.

Showdown in Mo-town

MO growing has turned serious business with a high street butcher goading chicken shop staff that they would have stubble trouble matching their manly manes. Suggesting the chook shop may be somewhat follicly challenged, Ocean Grove Quality Meats’ Colin Smith said: “They should leave the mo growing to real men.” Fellow butcher Mat Rantall warned the opposition: “I’ve been growing moustaches since I was five.” But far from chickening

out, the Piping Hot team is preparing to face off the burly meat men. “These guys may know how to make sausages but that doesn’t mean they can grow moustaches,” said Piping Hot Chicken Shop owner Ben Chudoschnik. “We are up for the challenge,” he said. The Voice will follow these Mo growers, who are raising money for Movember. During November each year, Movember is responsible for the sprouting of moustaches on

thousands of men’s faces in Australia and around the world. The aim of which is to raise vital funds and awareness for men’s health, specifically prostate cancer and depression in men. Both Terrace shops will have buckets for donations and the Voice website will include an end of month chance to vote on the best Mo. If you would like to challenge the butchers and chicken shop workers enter your details at au.movember. com and contact news@

oceangrovevoice.com to be included in our town poll. Meanwhile local real estate agents Hayden and RT Edgar are organising a Twenty20 cricket match in aid of the Movember cause. The match will be at Barwon Heads Cricket Club on November 23 at 3pm. The MotionGroveBarwon Hairy Heads match will feature a bar, a barbecue and an auction and locals are encouraged to come along and support the cause and the local players.

OCEAN Grove is gearing up for Bellarine’s inaugural Relay for Life. The Cancer Council fundraiser will be held at the Collendina Recreation Reserve from midday on Saturday, November 12, until midday the following day. A heap of entertainment is being organised for the day. Ocean Grovers can still register for the Bellarine Relay for Life, phone 1300 656 585 or visit www. relayforlife.org.au.

Cottage unsold DESPITE several million dollar views, Broom Cottage is still on the market after failing to attract a bidder at Saturday’s auction. The 1933 property pulled in about 70 onlookers but no bidders on this occasion. Details available from Bellarine Property.

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THRILLED TO BITS: Maggie Dickson receiving the keys to her new Nissan Micra from Apia’s Steven Grange.

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AN UNEXPECTED phone call while overseas has resulted in an Ocean Grove woman coming home to a new car. Maggie Dickson was on holiday last month in New Zealand when she received a phone call informing her she had won a brand new Nissan Micra. Maggie won first prize in an Australia-wide television competition run by over 50s insurer, Apia. The prize not only included the car but all onroad costs and a year’s worth of Apia motor insurance. Maggie described the win as ‘heaven sent’, and said it would make life easier for both her and her elderly mother. “It’s all been a bit of a blur since the holiday, to be honest, but it really is a fantastic prize for me and my family,” Maggie said.

When she received the phone call, Maggie said she was in shock and didn’t truly believe she had won the competition. “I didn’t know if it was real or a hoax so I decided not to tell too many people until I got back to Melbourne and looked into it further,” she said. “It’s really only just starting to sink in.” Maggie said she and her mother will use the car to travel around Ocean Grove with the occasional trip to Melbourne. “I can’t believe how excellent it is, comfy and easy to drive, I’ll have to take more trips to Melbourne now,” she said. Apia executive manager Grant Taylor said he was pleased Maggie’s new car would be useful and ready to be enjoyed in time for a summer full of trips.

FROM PAGE 1 “We would hope and encourage a sensible approach in regards to pet dogs or cats that are a nuisance to their neighbours such as approaching the neighbours first in the first incidence, followed by mediation and then intervention by the council. “We have had a few reported incidences of animal baiting in our area over the last year however at this stage there have been no charges laid.” Bellarine Veterinary Clinic vet Amanda Hulands-Nave said deliberate pet poisonings were extremely rare.

“In 12 years of being a vet I have only ever seen one deliberate poisoning and that wasn’t in the Geelong region,” she said. Dr Hulands-Nave said most pets believed poisoned were in fact suffering from an infectious disease. “Otherwise the vast majority of poisoning happens by accident through things like snail bait and rat bait left outside.”

GET SET: Bob and Gaye Fraser use St Peter’s Church’s quotes board to announce the forthcoming fair.

Fair’s final touches WITH spring comes the racing season and the time for charity fairs and fetes. This month it’s the turn of St Peter’s popular church fete. On Saturday November 12 the organisers will fill its grounds and halls with stalls, food and activities for all the family. Children can enjoy a free jumping castle, thanks to Bellarine Memories, entertainment with Bozo the clown giving away balloons and a special stall just devoted to youngsters. Come along and sample great food, buy books, jams, cakes and recycled treasures and fruit and veg. The fun runs from 8.30am until about noon.

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Fire plan out soon WITH the summer months approaching, it’s important for Ocean Grovers to be fire smart and bushfire ready. Ocean Grove CFA will help every resident prepare for bushfire season, with the upcoming launch of the first Township Protection Plan. CFA area co-ordinator Alistair Drayton said the booklet would be delivered to Ocean Grove letterboxes during November and December to help locals develop their own bushfire plan.

“The booklet will set out information for tourists and residents alike to answer questions on bushfires and allow them to create a plan in their own time,” he said. “It’s designed for them to map out a plan in the cold light of day rather than in the heat of the moment.” Ocean Grove’s need for its first protection plan arose from the 2009 Royal Bushfire Commission in the aftermath of the Black Saturday bushfires. The findings of the commission specified key bushfire risk factors

for a town which would therefore require a Township Protection Plan. Alistair said Ocean Grove was identified as an at risk area due to dense bush-land in both the north and south of the town. “The plan is based on risks around the township, mainly Woodlands estate which backs onto the nature reserve as well as the holiday park down on the spit,” he said. • More details in the next edition of the Voice.

Locals stay away A PUBLIC meeting called to brief and engage locals in the first Township Protection Plan for Ocean Grove failed to attract an audience. The Country Fire Authority held similar meetings at Point Lonsdale and Little River and received a similarly poor response. That contrasts with the full and rumbustious meeting that was held at Ocean Grove Fire Station two months after the February 2009 Victorian bushfires.

The response suggests that fears held two years ago may be less at the forefront than they were then However, a spokeswoman at the Ocean Grove meeting said that the need to plan to survive was just as important, and may be more critical with the increasing prospect of fast spreading grass fires. It was also revealed that Ocean Grove does not have a designated Neighbourhood Safer Place – otherwise called a Place of Last Resort. Ocean Grove is

designated a medium bushfire or grassfire risk. Fires threatening the north and Northwest would most likely be grass fires travelling up to 15kmh. Any fires that start in the Nature Reserve could cause spot fires in the township up to 30 minutes ahead of the fire front arriving. That means locals must have their own survival plan worked out in advance of fire danger days. More information from Co-ordinator Kylie Dixon on 0417 585757 .

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products based on their appearance, aroma and taste. Anthony said the team’s win highlighted their commitment to providing their customers with superior quality fresh baked bread each and every time they visit Bakers Delight Ocean Grove. “To take out top honours in such a high quality competition is a real testament to the efforts of my team … we pride ourselves on our product quality,” he said.

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Drop-in success As the youth liaison officer at the Bellarine Police Station, I am writing to compliment the excellent service the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre drop-in program provides to the Bellarine Youth and the community as a whole. Having been recently invited to attended the Drop In Centre’s four-day camp to Queensland with Leading Senior Constable Patty McElligot, we got to experience first hand the enjoyment the participants had while visiting Dreamworld, Wet ’n Wild and other Gold Coast attractions. In total, 39 kids, aged between 12 and 17, were given the opportunity to attend the camp, with several flying and visiting

Queensland for the first time. The drop-in program is run by a team of youth workers, co-ordinated by Nicki Dunne, who has been running the program for more than 10 years. Having been involved with this group for some time, I am continually amazed at Nicki’s level of commitment and organisation, providing teenagers with structured activities preventing them from teenage boredom so often complained about. As a member of the Bellarine police station, I wish to thank Nicki for the invitation to the Queensland camp and congratulate her and her team for the outstanding service they provide to the youth of the Bellarine community. JUDD JOSEPH Leading Senior Constable Bellarine police

I really love spring in Ocean Grove. As a Cairn Terrier nothing floats my boat more than chasing skinks. I crack people up every day when I go for a walk by body slamming near bushes and flowers, hoping to see a skink jump out. I look like a canine version of Stone Cold Steve Austin. I have just turned one and I got lots of presents. It’s only fair, as I have been leaving presents for my owners for ages now. Thanks to Seto and Jo who came over and did

some gardening. I was a helper for the day. By helping I was running off with gloves and tools. Hard work. Anyways, look what just appeared in my inbox from Frankie. “Hey Cheekster. I’m your worst nightmare. I eat dogs for breakfast. I smash through catflaps if they are locked and I want to get out. However, I am very loving and really quite a ninny and I cry when I have my vaccinations. “My owner, Robbie, protects me from my

VOICE IN THE UNITED STATES Ocean Grove’s Jessica Peace and her cousin Joshua show off their Voice while in San Francisco. They are pictured with some new friends, Rory and Lorraine.

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adult housemates when I drive them mad.” Another message from another cat. C’mon dogs, send in those pics. Cheeky out. Send photos to cheeky@ oceangrovevoice.com and visit me at facebook. com/cheeky.mobbs

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CLOSE BOND: Teagan Zurawel won her first equestrian competition with her pony Robbie.

Pint-sized rider a WHILE most five year olds are learning how to tie their shoelaces, one Wallington girl has started winning equestrian competitions. Teagan Zurawel won her first show-riding competition at last month’s Geelong Show. The kindergarten student took home two blue ribbons in this year’s junior competition

including the miniature turnout battle - 11 hands and under, five and six years. Mum, Joanne Harris, said Teagan had been riding since she was three years old. “I took Teagan to Koombahla park when we heard about horsey playgroup; they learn not only how to ride, but about all

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91 THE PARADE OCEAN GROVE COMMUNITY EVENTS: MS 24 HOUR MEGA SWIM: Join our team in the 24 Hour Mega Swim to help people with MS. Visit www.megaswim. com Click on ‘JOIN A TEAM’, search for OGNC, click on ‘JOIN’, fill out your details! When: 19th-20th November Where: Bellarine Aquatic Centre. CLASSES WITH VACANCIES: YOUNG ADULTS 12-17 YEAR OLDS Drop In/Youth Group Friday from 21st October 6pm to 9pm During school term Cost: $5.00 per week in house activities, external excursions approx $15.00 FOR PRESCHOOLERS Playgroup (0-5 year olds) Tuesday 1.30pm from 11th October (New!) Member Fee: $30.00 per child, for one day per week, $45.00 per child for two days per week. 9x1½ hour sessions Non Member: $40.00 per child, for one day per week, $55.00 per child for two days per week. Member Family rate: 2 children or more $50 per term one day a week or $70 for two days per week Tutor: Lisa Davis 3 Year Old Playgroup Tuesday 11.15am from 11th October Member Fee: $40.00 9x2 hour sessions Non Member: $50.00 9x2 hour sessions Tutor: Lisa Davis Yoga Dance (3-5 year olds) Thursday 2.15pm from 13th October Member Fee: $90.00 9x ¾ hour sessions Non Member: $100.00 9x ¾ hour sessions Tutor: Tara Lynch NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING For some courses, training is provided with Victorian Government funding. Funding is available for eligible participants through Adult, Community & Further Education (ACFE) and Skills Victoria program funding. Those seeking funded places must meet the funding criteria to be eligible. Certificate III in Aged Care (CHC30208) and Home and Community Care (CHC30308). Starting at the end of January 2012 – register your expression of interest. Fee: $990.00 (funded) Concession: $607.50 (course fee includes First Aid Level II, food handling, text book and membership) Payment plans available for this course. Clients may be entitled to parent return to earnings or centrelink entitlements to complete this course.

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Scrapbooking Workshops Saturday 1pm on 26th November Member Fee: $10 for each 1x4 hours session Non Member: $15 for each 1x4 hour session Tutor: Mandy Johns

HEALTH & WELLBEING Hike with Heather Friday 9am on 4th November Member Fee: $11.00 1x3 hour session Non Member: $21.00 1x3 hour session Fitness instructor: Heather Peck Hike with Heather Friday 9am on 18th November Member Fee: $11.00 1x3 hour session Non Member: $21.00 1x3 hour session Fitness instructor: Heather Peck Beginners Surfing for Women Saturday 9.30am from 5th November Member Fee: $170 6x2 hour sessions Non Member: $180 6x2 hour sessions Tutor: Heather Peck Bike Ride – The Bellarine Rail Trail Friday 9am on 11th November Member Fee: $22.00 1x3 hour session Non Member: $32.00 1x3 hour session Fitness instructor: Heather Peck Bike Ride – Portarlington to St Leonards Friday 9am on 2nd December Member Fee: $22.00 1x3 hour session Non Member: $32.00 1x3 hour session Fitness instructor: Heather Peck Hike at Kalimna Falls Sunday 8am on 4th December Member Fee: $32.00 1x9 hour session Non Member: $42.00 Fitness instructor: Heather Peck Core Strength Class Tuesday 9.00am from 11th October Member Fee: $7.00 per week 9x1 hour sessions Non Member: $10.00 per week Fitness Instructor: Julie Armstrong Tummy, Hips & Thighs Circuit Thursday 9.00am from 13th October Member Fee: $7.00 per week 9x1 hour sessions Non Member: $10.00 per week Fitness Instructor: Julie Armstrong Gentle, Low Impact Exercise Monday 11.15am from 10th October Member Fee: $7.00 per week 9x1 hour sessions Non Member: $10.00 per week Fitness Instructor: Julie Armstrong

Common Toxic Chemicals Making You Sick Wednesday 1pm on 9th November or Thursday 7pm on 10th November Member Fee: $28.00 1x2 hour session Non Member: $38.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Lisa FitzGerald Focus on Organics for Health and Wellbeing Wednesday 1pm on 16th November or Thursday 7pm on 17th November Member Fee: $28.00 1x2 hour session Non Member: $38.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Lisa FitzGerald Vegetarian Cooking for Health and Wellbeing Wednesday 1pm on 23rd November or Thursday 7pm on 24th November Member Fee: $28.00 1x2 hour session Non Member: $38.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Lisa FitzGerald Heavenly Facials Wednesday 1pm on 30th November or Thursday 7pm on 1st December Member Fee: $28.00 1x2 hour session Non Member: $38.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Lisa FitzGerald Nia Dance Tuesday 9.30 from 11th October Venue: Uniting Church Hall Monday 6.15pm from Oct 10th or Fri 11.30am from 14th October Venue: Barwon Heads Community Hall Member Fee: $80.00 8 x 1 hour sessions Tutor: Ginny West from Wild Lotus Please Direct all enquiries to Ginny Phone: 0413596784 ARTS AND CRAFTS Mixed Media / Acrylic Painting Wednesday 1pm from 2nd November Member Fee: $150.00 6x2 hour sessions Non Member: $160.00 6x2 hour sessions Artist: Kaz McGlynn Drawing / Illustration for Stories Thursday 10am from 3rd November

Decorative Canvas Painting for the Creatively Challenged. Tuesday 1pm from 8th November Member Fee: $30.00 2x2 hour session Non Member: $40.00 2x2 hour session Tutor: Josie Wallis UFOs (Unfinished Objects) Monday 9.30am from 10th October Member Fee: $2.50 per week 9x2½ hour Non Member: $3.50 per week 9x2½ hour Swan Bay Quilters Monday 7.30pm from 17th October Member Fee: $2.00 per week Non Member: $3.50 per week CHRISTMAS WORKSHOPS Christmas Cards Friday 1pm from 11th November Member Fee: $20.00 1x2 hour session Non Member: $30.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Robert Foster

Book Club This group meets every fourth Monday of every month at 7pm. Bus Trip to DFO Tuesday 9am on 6th December Member Fee: $27.00 1x6 hours Non Member: $37.00 Transport: Heather Peck Mahjong Monday 1.30pm from 10th October Member Fee: $2.00 per week x 9 sessions Non Member: $3.50 per week x 9 sessions Scrabble Monday 1pm from 10th October Member Fee: $2.00 per week x 9 sessions Non Member: $3.50 per week x 9 sessions Chess Group Tuesday 7pm from 11th October Member Fee: $2.00 per session 9x2 hours Non Member: $3.50 per session 9x2 hours Tutor: Malcolm Hughes COOKING CLASSES Quick Gourmet Food Workshops. Mayonnaise, Pesto, Dressings and Marinades Workshop. Wednesday 1pm on 26th October Member Fee: $30.00 1x 2 hour session Non Member: $40.00 1x 2 hour session Tutor: Charlene Bancroft

Christmas Wreaths Friday 1pm from 18th November Member Fee: $20.00 1x2 hour session Non Member: $30.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Robert Foster

Sour Cream, Mascarpone, Gourmet Fetta and Yoghurt Workshop. Wednesday 1pm on 9th November Member Fee: $30.00 1x 2 hour session Non Member: $40.00 1x 2 hour session Tutor: Charlene Bancroft

Gift Wrapping Friday 1pm from 25th November Member Fee: $20.00 1x2hour session Non Member: $30.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Robert Foster

Vietnamese Cooking Wednesday 6.30pm 9th November Member Fee: $30.00 1x2 hour session Non Member: $40.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Rosita Friend

Christmas Table Decorations Made Simple Friday 1pm from 2nd December Member Fee: $20.00 1x2 hour session Non Member: $30.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Robert Foster

Thai Cooking Wednesday 6.30pm 23rd November Member Fee: $30.00 1x2 hour session Non Member: $40.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Rosita Friend

Bus Trip to DFO Tuesday 9am on 6th December Member Fee: $27.00 1x6 hours Non Member: $37.00 Transport: Heather Peck GENERAL INTEREST Community Choir Register your interest Creative Writing Wednesday 1pm from 2nd November Member Fee: $74.00 4x2 hour session Non Member: $84.00 4x2 hour session Tutor: Bryan O’Connor

Vegetarian Cooking for Health and Wellbeing Wednesday 1pm on 23rd November or Thursday 7pm on 24th November Member Fee: $28.00 1x2 hour session Non Member: $38.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Lisa FitzGerald

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Bronte’s Ball helps kids A MASSIVE $90,000 was raised to support children in Geelong with cancer through Bronte’s Ball at The Pier on Saturday October 22. About 400 people attended. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Bronte and Natalie Russell with Amy Parks; Christian Bartley and the group from Bellarine Property; Ocean Grovers Joe Liistro, Craig Humphrey, Shelley Keast, Jodie Fisher, Ang Liistro, Janet Murphy, Ashleigh Murphy, Matt Fisher; Shelley Keast and Melissa Greaves holding the Cats guernsey which was auctioned for $3,300.

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day in the life — kevin downey

No place I’d rather be I WAS born and grew up in what was then a very quiet suburb of Melbourne called Greensborough. Going back there now reminds of just how busy city life has become. My earliest memories of Ocean Grove were Mum and Dad buying an onsite cabin at Wynndean and spending many summers and weekends here as a teenage boy. At that time basically the only shop was Skinners (Video-Ezy these days) and the memory of the place being packed out on most days during the holidays is still very vivid to me. As an adolescent boy, the beach life of sun, sand and bikinis was an irresistible combination. Sadly my parents split and the cabin was sold, which ended my relationship with Ocean Grove for many years. Due to a “sliding door” moment in 2005, my partner at the time and I decided that it was time to leave Melbourne behind and move down here. The only thing I regret is that we didn’t move here sooner. The seaside village vibe is as strong today as

IN TUNE: Kevin Downey is content with the Grove vibe.

when I first came here all those years ago. Careful management needs to be done to ensure we never lose that vibe. If I was mayor for a day I would do a couple of things, firstly I would take over the old Westpac bank site and utilise it as an outdoor arts, community and performance area. Then in summer I would turn The Terrace into a pedestrian mall for the holiday season. This would attract more people and add a real holiday feel to the

town. Some locals resist the idea of Ocean Grove being a holiday town in summer. Personally I think it adds a vibrant feel to the town and also brings in muchneeded tourist dollars for local businesses. My day job involves running a roll-forming business in Geelong, think wrinkly tin. Since moving here I have had the pleasure of meeting some incredibly talented and generous musicians. A flippant remark to one of

them four or so years ago about wishing I had taken up a musical instrument has lead me to actually playing drums in a couple of local bands. My musical ability is nothing compared to some of the people I have played with, but as a good buddy of mine says of his musical talent, and applies to me as well, I suck less every day. It’s a passion and a highlight of my week to either rehearse or play with great friends and great musos.

Two of the main forces behind the local scene are Dave Dorman and Jon Willard. These two guys work very hard to support musicians and to provide venues and opportunities for people to play. Thanks guys. Through this association with music I have been extremely fortunate to be involved in some fundraising activities for people who need assistance. But my pet project that I am involved in is raising money and awareness for multiple sclerosis. I have been truly inspired by Bree-Arne Chamley and her battle with this hideous disease, and her desire, while going through her own very real and personal battle, to help others. We have raised more than $10,000 in the three years we have held the annual fundraiser. I’m looking forward to supporting these events in the ensuing years. People often play the game - if you could live anywhere in the world, where would you live? I can honestly say I would not wish to live anywhere, but Ocean Grove.

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WOODLANDS Pre School raised close to $4,000 at its annual fundraiser last month. The Ocean Grove pre school’s committee held a trivia night and auction on October 15 to help raise money for playground upgrades. Committee member Niki Hines said the night, themed Back to School with a Touch

of Genius, was a huge success. “70 people attended, most dressed in school-themed costumes, some even in their children’s school uniforms!” she said. “Thanks to the committee for assisting and organising the event, and thank you to local businesses who donated items for the auction.”

Primary students earn praise at Rotary awards EIGHT local primary school students were presented with junior community awards at last week’s Rotary meeting. The Rotary Club of Ocean Grove presented the Grade six Ocean Grove Primary School and Our Lady Star students with Graham Bath Rotary Junior Community Awards. The students were involved in the award

program which is based on completion on a range of components over ten weeks. These include weekly community service, physical recreation, skills development and social experience participation. The students reported on their experiences to the Rotary members and were presented with their awards by club president, Margaret Campbell.

If you would like your child/children aged 2 to 10 years, to recieve a personalised letter from Santa Get them to write to: Santa C/-Box 229 Post Office, Ocean Grove 3226 Please place child’s name and address on back of envelope. This is a community service provided by the Lions Club of Ocean Grove/Barwon Heads. Closing date for letter is December 15th 2010 2009

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Grown up testing OCEAN Grove Preschool’s grown ups recently gathered for a trivia fundraiser. Around 100 parents, teachers and friends joined to test their trivia knowledge and support the kindergarten by raising money through silent and live auctions. The sporting memorabilia live auction item sent all into a bidding war, with a 2011 signed Geelong premiership jumper fetching the highest price for the evening. Meanwhile the ladies had their sights set on a $500 Botox voucher from a local plastic surgeon. The evening’s organiser,

Jenny Dries, said it was great to see community spirit alive and well in Ocean Grove. “We really appreciate the Surf Club and all local and surrounding businesses for their support and donations”. Mrs Dries also wanted to thank the fundraising team Ruth Savage, Michelle Davitt, Kath Rahdon and Jodie Croswell for their help in pulling this wonderful night together. Mrs Dries said the night raised $6500 and the money would go towards the new kinder room’s equipment. The new room is on schedule to open for first term in 2012.

BELTING IT OUT: Singing and dancing Time Warp are Demi Lai, Ben McNaughton, Carly Ellis. CASH RAISED: Organisers and guests had a blast at the trivia night.

VCE students show off their musical talents SAINT Ignatius College’s VCE music performance students have taken to the stage to show off their hard work this year. At last month’s Potato Shed event the senior students performed musical pieces from the likes of Metallica and Bach, and everything in between. One of the highlights of the night, according to audience members, was a rendition — complete with costumes — of popular Rocky Horror Picture

Show song The Time Warp by three year 11 students. Saint Ignatius music director Linda Pape said the students had plenty of experience on stage through performing at school events and in local restaurants, and were well prepared. “(I believe that) in this subject the students should become experienced in performing for all occasions and in many settings (and) the students are provided with many opportunities for this,” she said.

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Young artists recognised with top awards BELLARINE Secondary College’s budding artists have been snapping up awards from around the region. The Ocean Grove year seven and eight campus held an assembly on October 20 to present a number of art students with awards from the Geelong Show and Lions Club. A total of 14 students were awarded a variety of prizes from the Geelong Show’s student art competition for both drawing and painting entries. Bellarine art teacher Brenda Grimshaw said she was proud of the students’ hard work.

ARTISTIC WINNERS: Brenda Grimshaw, Katelyn McWilliams, Cameron Green, Sharntelle Borgwardt and Bruce Holmes.

“We’ve got some really talented artists in this school, they work really hard and they’re quiet achievers,” she said. Three other awards were also handed out by Portarlington/Drysdale Lions Club member Bruce Holmes as part of the

International Peace Poster competition. The competition is held in 200 countries around the world and requires students to produce a poster about this year’s theme, Children Know Peace. Three students were awarded first, second and

third place with the year seven winner Sharntelle Borgwardt moving on to compete in the Victorian district round. Lions Club president Robert Wilson Browne said he was impressed by the expression and creativity of the students at Bellarine

Secondary College. “It is obvious that these young people have strong ideas about what peace means to them,” he said. Sharntelle now has the opportunity to progress through to the national and international rounds with the worldwide winner honoured at a ceremony at New York’s United Nations building. Bruce said he believed the competition is extremely important in promoting international peace through younger generations. “I think it’s important because if you turn one onto it than more will follow,” he said.

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Dedication honoured OCEAN Grove Bowling Club has been recognised as one of the premier clubs in the state in a recent award ceremony. The Community Clubs Association of Victoria awarded Karen Foley (pictured) the Assistant Manager of the Year award at the event held on October 18. The club’s multi-million dollar redevelopment was also recognised with the Best Club Renovation award. Club Grove operations manager Karen said she was humbled by the nomination and award. “I’m the type of person who just wants to do my job, stay in the background and get on with it,” she said.

Club Grove CEO Michael Lewis nominated Karen for the award to highlight the value of Karen’s personal contribution to the club. “Obviously I’m very proud of Karen, we work really, really closely as a team and we share demands and workloads,” he said. “Karen is one of the most passionate people I’ve ever met in terms of this club, she’s a great communicator, consistent in her behaviour and wears her values literally around her neck.” Karen said her favourite part of her job is the interaction with people from the staff, to the members and the public. “We are a fantastic club, I’ve been here a long time and I

enjoy getting up and going to my job every day,” she said. “We’re all really close-knit here both the staff and the members, we’re like a family and we’re all about customer service.” Michael said the award for best renovation recognised the effort the club’s members, staff and board put into the redevelopment. “The award is because of the hard work of the board, the management, the staff and the acceptance of the members, it’s not just the bricks and mortar,” he said. Ocean Grove Bowling Club was also announced as runner up for Club of the Year, Manager of the Year and Employee of the Year.

Cider range a first for the Bellarine OCEAN Grove cider lovers now have the first locally made tipple to add to their drinking repertoire. Bellarine winery Leura Park Estate has launched a range of pear and apple ciders from the Flying Brick Cider Co. The range consists of three natural ciders; original, draught and pear, all brewed on site at the Portarlington Road estate. Leura Park Estate director Lyndsay Sharp said the ciders were naturally brewed using traditional methods and made from 100 per cent fresh fruit with no added sugars and no colourings. “A lot of ciders on the market are often imported – the Flying

NEW TASTE: David and Lyndsay Sharp with Nyall Condon.

Brick range is literally the result of gathering, pressing and fermenting fresh, crispy Victorian apples and succulent Packham Pears,” she said. Mrs Sharp said a team at Leura Park Estate had been working on the development of a cider range since the beginning of the year.

“Cider appreciation has really come ahead in leaps and bounds over the last few years and for good reason – it’s a great, refreshing drink, perfect for the Australian climate and culture,” she said. “We got together over a few ciders at the start of the year and the Flying

Brick journey began.” The Flying Brick name and logo was derived from the yellow tailed black cockatoo, a bird that many locals nickname the Flying Brick. Cider maker Nyall Condon described the flavours of the three very different drinks. “The Original Cider is pure, clean and fresh with lovely vanilla notes shining through alongside loads of fresh apple sweetness,” he said. “The Draught Cider is big and generous with bold red apple varieties leaping out of the glass while the Pear Cider is light, crisp and delicate, unashamedly denoting the cider’s fruit origins.”

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Wedding plans Over the next few pages brides and grooms will find a free guide to planning a wedding in and around Ocean Grove and the Bellarine. This includes ideas for getting yourself looking your best for the big day, whether that’s getting fit, ordering a wedding dress and reception clothes or getting your hair, make up and nails styled by experienced local suppliers. Our award winning florist paves the way for flowers At The Heads An exciting new era is unfolding at Barwon Heads’ iconic waterfront location ‘At The Heads’. This spectacular restaurant and wedding reception venue has a fresh new look, a mouthwatering new menu and a passionate new team ready to meet your every expectation. The new management team along with Laura Hill, the event manager, has been working together to promote weddings & other special occasions at this amazing venue. By holding a ‘mini wedding expo’ for all prospective brides & grooms, and their families, Laura and her team hope to show what ‘At The Heads’ has to offer. The venue will be showcasing all local & recommended suppliers for hair, makeup, wine, car hire, flowers & decorations, photography, bridal attire, cakes, and accommodation, with the hope of making planning that big day a little less stressful. Come along and meet Laura & the team to discuss your beach side wedding and see some great ideas & tips.

and we can also point you in the right direction for a celebrant and wedding organiser. Here you will also find the region’s best venues, live entertainment for your reception and a photographer to record every moment of your memorable day. To complete the loop we’ve even got a suggestion for the place to go to start setting up home together. All in all, this special feature aims to make planning your wedding as stress free and simple as it should be.

Jetset Ocean Grove Jetset is proud to be one of Australia’s oldest and most trusted travel franchises. We have been in Ocean Grove for 13 years and are locally owned by Christians Bus Company. When you book with us, you are supporting local business and keeping your dollars local. Our staff combined have an impressive 75 years experience in the travel industry and have travelled to over 40 countries between them! All Jetset Ocean Grove consultants have travelled and experienced tours with: Insight Vacations • Trafalgar Tours • Scenic Tours • APT. We offer expert advice and information on all your travel destinations in Australia and around the world!

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4EVER Fitness A local to Ocean Grove Cameron of 4EVERfitness is dedicated to achieving your goals. Taking your goals on board, Cameron creates a life changing experience with fun and challenging training sessions. To take up the offer or find out more, 4EVERfitness can be contacted on 0413 359 672 or info@4EVERfitness.com.au Isabella Design Isabella Design is a bridal business that gives you personal and individual consultation in their studio. A beautiful and unique wedding gown is created with your ideas, by Isabel, to suit your style and individuality. You then have a “one off” wedding gown that has been individually fashioned just for you and at a very affordable price. Bridesmaids are also

catered for with comfortable dresses to suit each girl. Utopia Hair & Makeup Motivated to present a moment of indulgence on your wedding day, at Utopia, we look forward to giving you the star treatment. Our creative and highly-trained hairdressers specialise in bridal and formal up-styles and you can count on us to create the perfect look for you. Starting with a pre-wedding consultation, we will tailor a look that encompasses the ideas you’ve always dreamed of whilst also working with your facial features, dress, and head piece. We can, of course, take care of all your pre-wedding colour and treatment needs and can also provide high-quality,

natural looking extensions if required. Our makeup artist, with twenty years of industry experience, has a thorough understanding of what looks good through the lens but will also look great in natural light. She will create a look that is personalised, reflecting your individual style and inner beauty; a look that makes the very best of your features and results in a breath-taking, flawless and contemporary look. At Utopia, our professional and dedicated work ethic will guarantee a superior result. Our friendly, relaxed and fresh approach will ensure a stress-free and happy bridal party on your big day. For an added touch of indulgence, we can arrange a champagne breakfast for you and your bridal party to enjoy

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while we work our magic. House of Nails Make an appointment with me at Ocean Grove House of Nails for all your nail care treatments. Enjoy a friendly, home environment for you and your bridal party. I use a fabulous gel product called Bio Sculpture Gel. This Gel will make your nails naturally strong, flexible and beautiful with no damage to your natural nail. Bio Sculpture Gel is long wearing and chip-proof and looks great on your toes too! Choose from an extensive range of colours or a french or natural finish. Phone for a no obligation quote for your bridal party today. Moshka Hair Beauty Wedding season is upon us, for those just about to take the

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first steps down the aisle and those of you newly engaged congratulations!!!! Moshka Hair Beauty is located in the beautiful sea side town of Ocean Grove, newly designed with beautiful finishes the well established business of Sandra ,Trish and Michaela, the salon is lined with world known beautiful products, and equally fantastic professionally trained and qualified friendly staff. We provide you with a beautiful back drop to the start of your very special day. The first pictures that will line your wedding album of the transformation from every day to the glowing beautiful bride, you will leave looking and feeling. WE WELCOME YOU to come in and experience the difference.....The A-list team at Moshka Hair Beauty will have you beaming from hair to toe. Moshka prides itself on

perfection, beauty, elegance and uniqueness. BE INDIVIDUAL we also pride ourselves on being unique..... Every bride has their own special individual wants and needs and ideas to make sure they radiate for their special awaiting someone. In the first sitting of your free consultation, our professional team can design a beauty program to get the results you desire. LET US TREAT YOU - When you wake on your wedding day morning look forward to a Champagne on arrival for yourself and your wedding party......!!!!!!! With years of knowledge and experience together in beauty therapy and hair we offer a special range of treatments * Waxing* Tanning* Manicures* Pedicures* Eyelash Tinting*

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Eyelash Extensions* Omnilux Light Therapy* Massage* Facials*Peels*Tanning* Hair Colour Specialists* Cutting & Styling* Haircuts (Special Occasion/Bridal/Debutante)* Blow Waving/ style* Extensions * Ritual Hair Treatments. POLISH & FINE TOUCHES Our free introduction consultation with your requested technician will be arranged at your convenience. During your consultation a beauty therapist will be on hand if requested to design a program of skin treatments both in the salon and at home to get the best out of your skin for your big day. After Five After Five are a fun, popular and upbeat acoustic rock band specialising in weddings and special events. After Five have the expertise and enthusiasm to ensure your

wedding is everything you have dreamt of and will tailor the entertainment to meet your needs. With a repertoire including timeless classics to the latest radio hits, After Five will surpass your expectations. Contact 0407439160 or visit www.afterfive.com.au NAB Bank Ocean Grove Buying a home is one of life’s most exciting and important moments. Choosing the right home loan is a vital part of the process, yet it needn’t be stressful or overwhelming. With the right information, you’ll feel confident in finding the right home loan for you. At nab Ocean Grove, we’re here to make it even easier. When you’re ready to sit down and talk, we’ll help you with everything you need. The relationship just doesn’t stop there either, we’re here to

support you for the duration of your loan. The Carousel A spectacular venue featuring breathtaking Waterfront views, The Carousel will make your function a truly memorable event. Located on Waterfront Geelong, The Carousel Pavilion houses a beautifully restored 19th Century Carousel which is available to be privately booked for Wedding Photo Shoots, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Receptions and Corporate Functions. The Carousel has the ability to hold a cocktail reception or a seated reception. This competitively priced, exclusive all weather venue is available for private hire, seven days a week from 3pm.

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The decking area surrounding the west side of the pavilion is a fantastic optional extra for an outdoor function location. Show the true essence of your special day with a memorable celebration at The Carousel. Montana’s Fashion & Accessories We have a huge range of Handbags, Jewellery, Hair Accessories and Clothing. We have beautiful clothing ranges to suit all sizes and all ages. Some of our labels include Kita-Ku (size 10-26), Claude d Alban, Sassy Duck, Daisy Collection, Sass, and many more. Our ranges are always fresh and constantly changing. It is worth your while to come for a drive to the beautiful town of Portarlington, enjoy the unique shopping experience that we offer at Montana’s Fashion and Accessories. Our friendly girls are always ready to welcome you and happy to assist you in every way. Barwon Heads Resort Barwon Heads Resort is getting dressed up for a wedding! Wedding Open Day, Sunday 27th November. 12 – 4pm Drive through the gates and through the 13th Beach Estate and you’ll find the Barwon Heads Resort. The resort offers fabulous views over the groomed fairways, an indoor lounge, bar and dining area, alfresco seating, 4- star accommodation and friendly professional service. The resort offers an exceptional venue to hold your special day. With first class catering, an outdoor area to hold your ceremony (and an indoor option if the weather looks inclement), a large reception area for a seated or cocktail style wedding and gorgeous surrounds including the beach a mere walk away, for photographs. The self-contained apartments mean that your guests can stay overnight, and dance the night away! Sunday 27th November is the chance to see the resort dressed up in its wedding attire – with the outdoor & indoor ceremony areas on show, tables set up and free bubbles and canapés for all that attend. It’s time to discover Barwon Heads Resort as your wedding venue. Beachside Blooms Florist Beachside Blooms florist opened in 2007 and has won 2 Australian Bridal Industry Awards for floral design. Shelley has been a florist for 20 years and caters for all functions. Small or large, formal or informal, she and her team can create amazing floral designs for your perfect day. Located in the main street of Ocean Grove, they deliver all over Geelong, Great Ocean Road and the Bellarine Peninsula. Bellarine Memories A wedding is a life-changing event, and a change of status of two individuals. In marrying, a couple make a lifelong commitment to each other and the marriage ceremony celebrates where they have come from and where they wish to go. It is a ceremony that is composed of elements that are important to us and that describe our values and aspirations, within the supportive circle of friends and family. More than anything it is a time for each of us

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environment Green thumb students rewarded

Pam Vardy, Paul Crowe, Laura Sgro, Michael Campbell and Evelyn Schultz.

BELLARINE Secondary College received a special visit from a panel of school garden judges. Three judges flew into the Drysdale campus in a helicopter to inspect the school’s garden as part of the Victorian Schools 2011 Garden Awards. Judges Pam Vardy, Paul Crowe and Evelyn Schultz

THERE is a family of Australian wood ducks living in the pond near the footy ground in Bonnyvale Road. Thanks to Kerrie Bedson I have been watching the family for a few weeks and I can happily report that all nine, yes nine ducklings are going strong. I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw the mother duck caring for nine ducklings, and now that they have all survived for over a month. What a fabulous sight. The Australian wood duck is a medium-sized duck (44-50cms) with a dark brown head and a pale grey body with two black stripes along the back. Males have the darker

only take to open water when disturbed. I saw this family of ducks sitting on the grass under the bus stop in Bonnyvale Road, but they ran into the pond when I was about to take their photo. Females do lay up to 8-10 eggs at the one time, so it would not be unusual to see such a big family of ducks. It’s lovely to see so many young birds around this spring, the rain this year has certainly helped the bird life to thrive in Ocean Grove. By JENNIFER CARR

Follow the leader

FAMILY AFFAIR: Australian wood ducks often have a large flock, laying up to 10 eggs at one time.

head and a small dark mane, with a speckled brown-grey breast and a black lower belly. The females have a paler head with two white stripes above and below the eye, a speckled breast, and a white lower belly. Wood ducks are found throughout mainland Australia except the driest regions, as well as Tasmania. They are commonly seen in parklands and farm dams. They tend to spend a lot of their time on land and often can be found perching on logs and in trees. They will

presented a regional award to school captains, Laura Sgro and Michael Campbell before taking a tour of the school grounds. The students were proud to show off more than 80 native Australian banksia plants; a main feature of their garden. The awards were based on improvements made to

the school’s environment by students, teachers, parents and volunteers. Bellarine was one of 33 regional schools awarded a share of $10,200 to go towards further improvements. They now progress to the state-wide competition in which a winner will be announced on December 1.

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Art for community’s sake

Grove’s Kathryn Griffin and Nola O’Halloran admire the work.

Ocean Grove’s Joy McPadden with her ink and charcoal work ‘Serene Lily’ which sold on opening night.

Winner of the Le Maistre Painting prize: Julie Reason with her watercolour ‘Owls’.

MORE than 460 works went on display at Ocean Grove Rotary’s inaugural art show. Hundreds of visitors poured though the doors of Queencliff Town Hall when the show was launched on Friday night and then open to all over the Melbourne Cup weekend. The aim of the weekend show was to promote and present the work of local artists and in doing so raising cash to help local charities and worthy causes. This year’s beneficiaries are the Cottage by the Sea, the Disabled Surfers Association and Rainbow Riders. A number of local sponsors also generously donated nine cash prizes for the art show.

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The Voice Business Directory COMPUTER SALES & REPAIRS HEALTH & WELLBEING

ACCOMMODATION

Bells By The Beach Holiday House 0403 221737 Big 4 Bellarine Holiday Park 5251 5744

AGED CARE

Seaviews Manor TLC Aged Care

5256 2866 5250 1188

ANTENNAS

Able Antenna Service Bellarine and Geelong Antennas Lonsdale Antennas Point Lonsdale Television

5253 1680 0438 880066 0410 580 255 0411 490430

ARCHITECTS

Collier and Reid Architects de Atelier Architects

5255 1811 5255 3378

BITS IT Services SeeCureIT Onsite Repairs Shah’s Computer World/Fahim

CONCRETING Creecys Concreting

Direct Carving Sculpture Workshop 0419 006959

0414 525392

CONVEYANCING Sargeants Conveyancing Surfside Conveyancing

5221 7411 5255 5556

Vines Conveyancing

5255 4480

CURTAINS & BLINDS

Finishing Touch Blinds & Shutters

5244 5117

DELICATESSEN DEMOLITION

AUDIO EQUIPMENT & REPAIRS

Melbourne Demolitions VIC

Bellarine Audio

Dr Alastair McCallum Ocean Grove Dental Clinic

5256 3732

AUTOMOTIVE

Andersons Auto Care Bellarine Auto Services Drysdale Smash Repairs Gardiner Automotive Ocean Grove Automotive (RACV) Parts 4 Automotive Peninsula Collision Repairs Sheen Panel Service

BABY AND CHILD

Geelong Nannies Let Em Loose Sandi’s Spot Wallington Aquatic Learning

5255 3884 5253 1644 5251 2322 5255 5380 5255 1050 5256 3210 5256 3240 5256 3183 0439 971487 5256 3200 5255 2943 5250 2259

BANKS

5255 1511 0422 564 878

DENTISTS

5255 2584 5255 5282

DRESSMAKING Alterations and Repairs

ELECTRICIANS

Brendon Brice Electrical Craig Stevens Electrical Contr’s K.E.G. Electrics Modern Spark Oaten Electrical

5256 1633 0416 165855 0412 518400 0409 33 66 88 0407 557 573 0402 637781

ENGINEERING Ocean Grove Engineering

5255 5922

ENGRAVING

5255 5760 5255 0700 5255 0377

BOWLING CLUBS Club Grove

5255 1540 0439 306157 0412 213400 0411 240 564 0412 813845 5255 5844 0408 172062

The Smooth Spot

0431 196007

BRICKLAYING Glenn Skipper Bricklaying

0438 442519

BRIDAL WEAR DESIGNER Isabella Design

5255 2034

BUILDING DESIGNERS Le Maistre Michael Higgins Building Design

5255 1309 5255 3355

BUILDERS & NEW HOMES Duncan Pascoe Builders Geelong Homes Heyward Constructions Hotondo Homes Howard Hughes Builders Taragin Homes

BUTCHERS

Ocean Grove Quality Butchers Pretty’s Prime Cuts

0417 524143 5222 5522 0412 121906 5255 3556 0418 320967 5258 1225 5255 1471 5256 2720

CARPENTRY/MAINTENANCE

Actfast Building & Carpentry Services 0458 389306

Dream Maker Constructions

0409 700229

Moore Carpentry & Bld Maint

0411 061556

CARPET CLEANING & REPAIRS Carpet Cleaners Geelong

0414 408528

Graham Coates Carpet Cleaning Service 0408 526997

Kim Brasher’s Carpet Services 0418 376820 Stanley Steamer Carpet Cleaners 0428 520525

CATERING

Bar Deli on the Run Bellarine Catering

CLEANING SERVICES

5255 1832 5256 2657

Bellarine Cleaning & Provisioning 0402 607262 Mazza’s Way-to-Clean 0418 429 438 Mojo’s Cleaning Services 0432 505692

5255 2019

ENTERTAINMENT/MUSIC Haze Music Booking Agents

FENCING

Bellarine Timber & Fencing Jim’s Fencing Just Paling Fences Know A Fence Portarlington Fencing

5255 2492

0413 580990 131 546 0407 694422 0409 222112 0416 206696

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Coastal Business Services 0418 188847 Complete Bookkeeping Solutions 0434 225589 Lighthouse Business Services 0407 835256 Roche Accounting 5256 2764 WHK Accountants 5255 5077

FLOORING

Drysdale Carpet Court Tile Boutique

5253 1855 5255 2212

Sand-It Floor Sanding & Polishing

0409 359667

FLORISTS

Beachside Blooms Divine Boutique - Queenscliff

5255 3030 5258 4170

FUNERAL DIRECTORS Bellarine Memories

5255 5500

Tuckers Funeral & Bereavement Service 5221 4788

GARDEN & HOME MAINTENANCE Bellarine Black Diamond Garden Service

Blooming Branches Creecy’s Excavating DGM Residential Maintenance Hey Mr Mowing Man Ruby’s Mowing Ocean Grove

GLAZIERS

Frenchy’s Coastal Glazing Krystal View Glass

0429 990850 0411 181027 0414 525392 0433 622 849 0420 205 572 0419 583154 0448 541221 0404 312 949

GOLF CLUBS

Coastal Cutz Ivy Hair Creations Hair on Harbour Ocean Rouge Salon Moshka Salon Sojourn

HEALTH & FITNESS Contours Jikishin Ju-jitsu Ocean Grove Ocean View Health Club Step into Life

Epic Health Medical Clinic

5256 2500 Geelong Physiotherapy - Ocean Grove Clinic 5255 5755 Just Being Centre for Self 0405 134 223 OG Chinese Medicine 0432 961910 OG Physiotherapy Clinic 5256 2636 OG Remedial Massage Centre 5255 3358 Ocean View Massage 0414 893719

HIRE

Ocean Grove Hire

5255 1344

HOMEWARES & GIFTS Moss Grotto Homewares The Red Pidgeon

HOTELS

Barwon Heads Hotel Drysdale Hotel

5255 3360 5258 4764 5255 3955 5255 4443 5255 3779

5255 3475 0438 019991 5255 2572 0403 896104

5254 2277 5254 1840 5254 2201 5251 2301

INTERIOR DESIGNERS Luisa Drent Interiors

0425 749023

INTERNET CAFES Piping Hot Chicken Shop

5255 1566

IRONING SERVICES Green Steam

0434 489724

JEWELLERS

Cleo Fine Jewellery Ian Pattison Jewellers

5256 3990 5255 2019

JOINERY

Complete Joinery Services

5255 4548

LANDSCAPE DESIGN & CONST’N Elite House and Garden Heather Vincent Landscapes

0419483395 0407 605460 0417 540738

Lindsay Marriott Landscape & Construction 0417 349176

5255 4392 0418 329 765

Ocean Grove Garden Centre & Landscaping

Outdoor Vision Landscaping

LAWYERS

Vines Lawyers Coulter Roache Lawyers

5255 4411 5254 1877

MENSWEAR Maleline Mensland

MORTGAGES

Smartline Mortgage Brokers

5255 2264 0418 384194

NURSERIES McOuats Nursery

5255 1684

OFFICE SUPPLIES Press Here

5255 2663

OPTOMETRISTS

Greg Sly Optometrist Ocean Eyes Optometrists

PAINTERS

Steven Flynn Painting Services Wallington Painting Services

5256 1295 5255 5655 0411 126291 0438 019991

PARTY SUPPLIES Bellarine Balloons

PETS

Anne’s Pet Services

5256 2657 0409 004 815

PHARMACIES

Ocean Grove Amcal Ocean Plaza Pharmacy

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Barefoot Media Photography

PICTURE FRAMERS

5255 1331 5255 2541 0400 721185

HLB Frames 3/1570 Bellarine Hwy, Wall

5250 3711

PLANTATION SHUTTERS

5254 2622 GB Plantation Shutters 5258 1955 PLASTERERS 5256 2795 Beaton Bros 5254 2622 Bells Interior Lining Precision Plastering

13th Beach Public Driving range Lonsdale Golf Club Ocean Grove Golf Club Smith Attrill Golf Academy

HAIR DRESSERS

A Touch of Class Remedial Massage 5255 5137 Bellarine Podiatry 5256 2019 Bellarine Remedial & Sports Massage 0417 331694

CMS Landscaping, Design & Construction

Ian Pattison Jewellers

ANZ NAB Westpac

Beauty by Sarah Blue Bay Beauty Hydrate Beauty Jans Colour Analysis Service Mermaids Unisex Beauty Salon Salon Grove

0411 416 384 0413 967 051 0401 560 763

The Olive Pit

ART GALLERIES

BEAUTY SALONS

5255 3233 ads@oceangrovevoice.com

PLUMBING

Annandale Plumbing Bill Campbell Plumbing Hugh McLaren Plumbing Ocean Grove Plumbing Sinnott Plumbing & Gasfitting W H Plumbing and Gas

PRINTERS Paxton Press Press Here

0400 595 738 5255 1236 5256 3260 0410 659469

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REAL ESTATE Hayden Real Estate

5255 1000

Hendry Consulting Property Valuers 0418 314760

Knight Frank RT Edgar

5223 8333 5255 4099

RESTAURANTS/CAFES Bar Deli Beachhouse Elkhorn Roadhouse Ocean Grove Hotel and Bistro Ocean Grove Pizza and Pasta Peppers Cafe The Dunes The Groove The Mex The Purple Duck

RETAIL

Bellarine Furniture & Beds R Us Coastal Lighting Kairos in Grove Knock Knock Homewares Montanas Fashion & Accessories The Last Piece

ROOFING

All Gutters Coastal Roofing

5255 1832 5254 3376 5250 6056 5255 1122 5255 3040 5250 3489 5256 1944 5256 3094 5255 1959 5250 1199 5255 2288 5255 5555 5255 3688 5255 3370 5259 1422 5221 5991

0418 990 213 5255 2732

SECURITY & LOCKSMITHS Sectrol Security Sylont Watching Service Turn Key Locksmiths

0409 943671 0419 529623 0457 244855

SHOE SHOPS Mudge’s Shoes

5255 1257

SIGNAGE Signs t’ Go

5221 9732

SPORTS RETAIL Sports Fanatics Trampolines Oz

5255 1105 1300 851691

SURFSHOPS

Murfs Longboards Surf Shop

5255 5525

SURFBOARD REPAIRS Cruise Control Rousa Surfboards & Repairs

TAKEAWAY

0409 542 060 0403 693 333

Ocean Grove Pizza & Pasta Ocean Grove Sushi & Noodle Bar Ocean View Fish N Chips Rolling Pin Pies & Cakes Subway Tradies Take-Away Trident Fish Bar

TATOOISTS Coastline Tattoo

TRAVEL AGENTS

Harvey World Travel Jetset Travel - Ocean Grove Ocean Grove Travel Pty Ltd

TREE SERVICES Tree Cycling

TYRES

Surfside Tyre Centre

WEBSITES

Website Concepts

5255 4874 5255 3759 5256 1082 5256 1517 5255 3077 5255 5099 5256 2099 5255 5550 5256 1888 5255 5252 5255 4422 0458 641127 5255 5611 5256 1948

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS Barefoot Media Photography

WINDOW CLEANERS Excel Window Cleaning

WINDOW TINTING Tintmaster

WINERIES

Leura Park Estate McGlashans Wallington Estate

0400 721185 0431 939814 5221 8877 5253 3180 5250 5760

0408 037686 0419 393885 0402 769973 0430 443700 0409 505 346 0430 112 102 5255 1548 5255 2663

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music/live events

• Piping Hot Chicken Shop. Phone 5255 1566. . — Friday November 4, 8pm. Hat Fitz and Cara, tickets $15. — Friday November 11, 8pm. Scion Pirates. — Saturday November 12, 8pm. The Eastern with Callow Veterens, tickets $20. — Friday November 18, 8pm. Sal Kimber and The Rollin’ Wheel, tickets $15. • Ocean Grove Hotel. Phone 5255 1122. Saturday Night Live: — November 5: Neil Matthews — November 12: Efi Sunday Session from 3pm – Off the Hook Open Mic for Youth – 1-4pm, first Sunday of the month – November 6. Phone 0431 606 476. • Club Grove. 18 The Terrace Ocean Grove. Phone 5255 1540 — Saturday November 5, 6.30pm Spot the Aussie comedy night featuring George Kapiniaris and Gabriel Rossi. Tickets from $50 including two course meal. • Barwon Heads Hotel. Phone 5254 2201. — Friday, November 11. Aussie punk rock band, The Celibate Rifles with the Seminal Rats. Tickets from $20. — Wednesdays 7pm: Trivia in the BakBar. — Thursdays: Live accoustic music in the BakBar. — Fridays 10pm: DJ in the BakBar. • Queenscliff Uniting Church, Hesse & Stokes streets. www. unitingqueenscliff.org.au — Saturday November 5, 7.30pm. Sweet Delores with Hired Hands. Tickets $20 (includes interval supper), available from Queenscliff info Centre or at the door. — Sunday December 4, 5pm. Making Waves- Five short plays with the ocean as a coming

Clubs meet

what’s ON

thread. Tickets $25. — Wednesday January 4, 8pm. The Little Stevies. Tickets $20 from the Queenscliff Info Centre or at the door.

get active

• Adult yoga/dance classes. Term 4: Thursday nights, 7.30pm. KYO Yoga – 106 Orton Street, Ocean Grove. Phone 5256 2723 or 0438 562 723. • Type II Diabetes management and exercise group. Thursdays 2.30pm. Phone 0404 586 025 or 5256 3000 • Functional Exercises to Music for Older Adults. Mondays 9.15am – Senior Citizens Hall, 101 The Terrace. Wednesdays 9:30am – Uniting Church Hall, Eggleston Street. Phone 5255 1335. • Ocean Grove Scottish Country Dance: Tuesdays 7.45-10pm. Marcus Hill Hall, corner Banks Road and Bellarine Highway. Phone 5251 3393. • Line Dancing: Wednesdays 1-3pm and Mondays 7-8.30pm. Senior Citizens Hall, 101 The Terrace. Phone 0413 690 597. • Body Torque. Phone 5255 2604 for upcoming rides or spin classes. • Life Activities Club. Weekly tea dance – Thursdays 2.30-4.30 at Belmont Pavillion, Barrabool Road, Belmont. $4, all welcome. Phone 5251 3529.

food/wine

• Leura Park Estate – Sensational wines and food available. Live music every Sunday from 12.30pm. 1400 Portarlington Road, Drysdale. Phone 5253 3180. • McGlashan’s Wallington Estate – New release wines, gourmet platters and classic car display, open weekends and public holidays 11am to 5pm. 225 Swan Bay Road, Wallington. Phone 5250 5760.

movies

• Clifton Springs Primary School Annual Drive In presents ‘Zookeeper’. Friday November 18, Jetty Rd, Clifton Springs. Movie begins at dusk. $25 per car, food and drink available, tickets available from the school’s office. • Barwon Heads Film Society. Last Thursday of the month, 7.45pm at Barwon Heads Community Hall, Hitchcock ave. Thursday November 24 – My Life as a Dog. Phone 5254 1139 or 5254 2074.

classes

• Check out the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre for its term four timetable with a range of fun and informative classes, from cooking to computers to CPR. Phone 5255 4294. • Making Waves music and poetry afternoons with Jill Meehan at Bardeli Café. First and third Saturdays of the month (next event, November 5). Free entry, BYO instruments. Phone 0431 606 476

family fun

• Koombahla Park Equestrian Centre, 365 Wallington Road. After school riding, pleasure rides, summer programs and birthday parties available. Phone 5256 2742

markets, fairs and fundraisers

• Sunday November 6 — Ocean Grove Commmunity Market. 9.30am to 2pm. Kingston Park, Ocean Grove. — Drysdale Bowling and Croquet Club Sale Bonanza. 10am to 3.30pm, Clifton Springs Rd, Drysdale. • Sunday November 13 – Point Lonsdale Market. 9am to 2pm. Point Lonsdale Primary School.

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, Bellarine Secondary College. Phone 0409 545 929. Legacy Laurel Group of Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads, meeting1pm at St Peter’s Ch Hall, Draper St, followed by Danny Blume Fashions. Visitors welcome at 2pm $3. Members please bring a plate. Details 5256 1863. Ocean Grove Ladies Probus, 10am, Ocean Grove Golf Club. Phone Thelma 5255 1806. 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 June 5255 1399 Fourth Monday of every month Combined Probus Club of Ocean Grove, 10.30am, Club Grove. Friendship is our theme. Phone Denis Pugh 5255 5566 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 Glenda 5255 5463. Rotary Club of Ocean Grove, 6pm, Club Grove. Phone 0457 315 900. 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. Third Tuesday of every month Ocean Grove branch of the Liberal Party, St Peter’s Church Hall, Draper Street. Phone Ben 0417 280 436

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• Sunday November 20 – Drysdale Community Market. Drysdale Recreation Reserve. 9.30am to 1.30pm. • Saturday, November 26 – Barwon Heads Market. 9am to 1pm, Barwon Heads Community Hall, Hitchcock Avenue. • Sunday November 27 – Portarlington Community Market. 9am to 2pm, Parkes Hall, Newcombe Street, Portarlington. – Queenscliffe Community Market. 9am to 2pm. Lower Princess Park, Queenscliff.

reading & writing

• The bookshop at Queenscliff presents: — Saturday November 5, 5pm. Twice winner of the Miles Franklin Award, Alex Miller, will present, Autumn Laing at the Uniting Church Queenscliff’s Bay Room. Tickets $20 including a glass of wine. Phone 5258 4496 — Wednesday November 16, 1.30pm. Peter Fitzsimons will discuss his new book, Mawson at The Uniting Church, Queenscliff. Tickets $15 including afternoon tea. Bookings essential, phone 5258 4496 Ocean Grove Library – corner Presidents Avenue and The Avenue. These sessions do not run during school holidays. – Babytime – Nursery Verses. Every Thursday, 11am. — Preschool Storytime. Every Friday, 10.30am — Chatterbooks junior book club for kids aged 7-12. Last Wednesday of the month 4-5pm. Next date November 20. www.geelonglibraries.vic.gov.au Have your event included in What’s On — Phone: 5255 3233 Email: journo@oceangrovevoice. com

Sweet sounds of Sweet Delores A LITTLE bit country, a little bit folk, a little bit blue and a lot of fun describes Bellarine band, Sweet Delores. Susan Russell and Ocean Grove’s Narelle Jolley write songs that reflect the good, the bad and the ugly. Honest, irreverent, gritty lyrics over sweet melodies, signature harmonies and toe tappin’ rhythms combine to create a unique sound. Having played as a twopiece for four years, Narelle and Susan are delighted to welcome Kim Holyoake on drums/percussion and Tim Kingston on harmonica as part of their inaugural gig together at Queenscliff Uniting Church on November 5. Narelle and Susan met as members of the Queenscliff Tides of Welcome Soul and Gospel Choir and it wasn’t long before they found a musical home in each other with Sweet Delores forming in 2007. Theirs is a remarkable music story that has seen Narelle and Susan embark on a musical adventure later in life. Sweet Delores has gone from humble beginnings, taking risks and having a go as fledgling individual performers at open mics, to hitting the ground running as Sweet Delores at the 2007 Queenscliff Music Festival. Since then Narelle and Susan have played at numerous local music festivals including the

Ocean Grove Summer Festival, won awards and supported the likes of The Junes and Ann McCue, all on top of releasing their debut album, Loco. Loco was recorded in Geelong during 2008 with a stellar line-up of contributing musicians including Sarah Carroll, Chris Wilson, Tim Neale, Tim Fullerton, Simon Dawe and Alex Burns. The release of Loco enabled Sweet Delores to take its place in a fast-growing and very exciting roots music scene on the Bellarine and Surf Coast in Victoria. Sweet Delores will be playing at the Uniting Church Queenscliff on Saturday, November 5, in the lead up to the Queenscliff Music Festival. The band will also be staples around town over summer with gigs planned for the MS Mega Swim on Saturday, November 19, and Ocean Grove’s Tranquillity Fair on Saturday, January 7.

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, Moorfield Park, Grubb Rd. 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 Jason 0418 737 808 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.

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Auto Repairs

Air Conditioning AIR CONDITIONING - Evaporative HEATING - Gas HOT WATER - Gas, Electric & Solar Service • Repairs • Seasonal Maintenance Manufacturer trained technician Bonaire • Celair • Brivis • Braemar Vulcan • AquaMax • Rheem • Pyrox • Rinnai

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Guttering

Carpentry

Gardiner

Automotive Services

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Call Colin & Rhonda Gardiner

PH: 5255 5380

M: 0408 994 324 48 Wallington Rd, Ocean Grove

Builders

GUTTER CLEANING

Concreting

Creecy’s Concrete “Just pour it”

Get the best picture with

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Service

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Hire Equipment

Decking, Pergolas, Car Ports

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Outdoor Living & Entertainment Using the complete range of building materials

Auto Parts & Accessories

Bruce & Patsy Holland - Ocean Grove Phone: 5255 5535 Mob: 0418 338 720 Email: gimmeshelter@live.com.au

Cabinetry

Fencing

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Tulip kitchens

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PILATES STUDIO 5258 4633

Open: Mon - Sat Early & late classes available

Suitable for all ages, level of fitness, pre and post natal.

Barbara Vallance Physiotherapist

POINT LONSDALE PHYSIOTHERAPY 101 Bellarine Hwy Point Lonsdale

Ironing Services

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Landscaping Landscape Construction

Residential Landscaping Commercial Landscaping Turf or Lawns Decking & Concreting Carl Anthony Licensed Tank Installation m: 0409 935 004 Irrigation Design f: 5255 3903 & Installation e: canthony@hydrograss.com.au Retaining Walls Paving Bobcat & Truck Hire

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Roofing Services

Picture Framing

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HydroTurf

Nursery

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Custom Picture Framing

Art Gallery

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Artworks Prints & Photographs Stretchers / Canvases Sporting Jumpers Object Art & Needlework Medals & Certificates Memorabilia

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Shop 2-3 1570 Bellarine Highway, Wallington 3221

Metal Roofing Fascia & Guttering Respouting & Downpipes Free Quotes dbdabcon@gmail.com Mob: 0466 613 038

DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION LANDSCAPING - PAVING

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Plastering

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Ocean Grove Lady Golfers continue winning streak

Fun in the waves SOUL longboard club partnered up with Murf ’s surf shop and Global Surf Industries for a fun surf day at Main Beach on Saturday. Despite strong off-shore winds and small waves the event was still a sunny success.

FOR a small club, the Ocean Grove Lady golfers are making a name for themselves as fierce competitors in major events. Riding on the high of 2 pennant flags the girls continue to be successful at all levels. The district was host to Golf Victorias’ annual Spring tournament which saw 350 women from all over the state play in a 2 day event held at Lonsdale and Barwon Heads golf clubs. Ocean Groves’ Paula Clark, playing off 28 handicap, scooped the pool in the D Grade section, winning the 36 hole Gross, 18 hole Gross and 18 hole Nett events and Sally Schaller, playing off 18 handicap was runner up in the B Grade 36 hole Gross event. The club is extremely proud of these achievements against a high quality field. Groves’ team of Sally Schaller, Janet Barras, Betty Glasgow and Pam Cameron recently bought home some silverware, The Zeally Bay Cup, which is played for by district teams at the Torquay golf club. In the same event Sally Schaller won the individual

A Grade 27 hole nett event and Janet Barras won the B Grade 18 hole Gross event. Clubs big or small can go several years without bringing home a team win and the support the Grove girls show to other clubs’ events is paying dividends with this being the second cup they have won this year. At club level the ladies played in a stableford event sponsored again by L’Oreal Paris, with the winners being treated to some fabulous L’Oreal products. Marg from Discount Chemist in Marketplace Ocean Grove came along to present the winners with their products. The winners were Paula Clark (A Grade), Elaine Elliott (B Grade) and Pippa Paton (C Grade). The ladies eagerly look forward to this event each year and are grateful to L’Oreal Paris for their continued support of womens golf. The Grove ladies held their annual challenge cup, where teams from other clubs come along to compete for the silverware. 18 teams of 3 players from the district vied for the trophy with the team from

Clifton Springs being the eventual winners. This event was sponsored by Hotondo homes who have been wonderful supporters of the Ladies major events for many years, for which the Club is very thankful. Ocean Grove Golf Club always welcomes new members.

Ocean Grove’s Paula Clark scooped the pool in the D Grade section.

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Former St Kilda AFL footballer Tony Brown joins James Rock and Kade Norquay in the slips for Collendina against Drysdale.

Three straight COLLENDINA is well placed to push for their third consecutive A-Grade win this season after bowling out Drysdale for 183 on Saturday. Drysdale won the toss and elected to bat first in the 75 over two-day fixture at Collendina.

Cobras captain Jye Hearps was the star bowler taking 4/29 off 14.1 overs, while Nathan Walter chimed in with 2/31 off 10 overs. Jamie Brennan (1/87) toiled hard with the ball and bowled 30 overs including six maidens.

Former St Kilda AFL footballer Tony Brown also made his first appearance with the Cobras this season. The Cobras went into bat later in the day and remain 0/0 after three overs.

school hockey MEET Bellarine Secondary College Year 7 student, Ned Weatherly. He can play hockey, is handy with a shot put and he can throw a discus. Last week on October 25, Ocean Grove based Ned competed in the State Athletic Championships at Albert Park finishing first in the 13 year old Shot Put and Discus events. “I went to Melbourne (last week) at Albert Park and came first in Shot Put and Discus events, which was good,” Ned said. Bellarine Secondary College Sports Co-ordinator Adam McIntosh said Ned’s achievement reflected the school’s ability to support all sport activities, not just mainstream sports. “It is fantastic for Ned to achieve a goal, it is fantastic just to make the State Athletic Championships,” McIntosh said. “It acts as a good reputation not for just for everyone in the school, but also in the community that we do support a lot of different sports.” Ned also plays as the goal keeper for the Bellarine Secondary School Year 7 Hockey team.

HOT SHOT: Ned Weatherly.

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Up and running OCEAN Grove A-Grade remains in a strong position to claim its first victory of the season after day one of their two-day fixture against Portarlington. The Grubbers who elected to bat first in the Round three game at Portarlington, compiled a competitive total of 9/286 from their 75 overs.

Ocean Grove batsman Dave Bate blitzed his way to 99 with the bat and shared in a 156run partnership with youngster Zac Henderson (60). “Really happy we batted out our 75 overs in our

first two day game,” Ocean Grove coach Lucas Cameron said. “Dave batted brilliantly and was supported well by 16-year-old Zac Henderson.” Opener Pat Kuipers (40) and Mick Gill (44) also made valuable contributions with the bat.

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Pictures: Ocean Grove C Grade went into its two day match against Barwon Heads with maximum points from the first two rounds, most recently defeating Portarlington 4/155 to 7/126. Along the way Craig D’Arcy notched up 30 runs. On Saturday the Grubbers dismissed Barwon Heads for 112 and were 15 for none at the close. Notably Dan Roddis (pictured top) took 5/39.

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Grove grab West ruck EXCITING Grubber ruckman recruit Michael Stewart has a lot of football smarts about him, writes Mark Heenan. The 24-year-old former Geelong West St Peters player last week signed on at the Ocean Grove Football Club for 2012. Stewart missed the entire 2011 season at Geelong West St Peters as he pursues his goal to be a doctor completing his Medicine degree at

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Deakin University. Melbourne-raised Stewart says it was an ideal time to take the season off to study and also refresh his mind, body and soul. “I took a year off to focus on my studies and looking back I think it has definitely been the right decision,” Stewart told the Voice last week. “The body definitely appreciated a break. “But I definitely miss

footy.” The former Oakleigh Chargers TAC Cup representative and Box Hill VFL player said the opportunity to play with some of his ex-Geelong West St Peters teammates and a respected BFL Club was a big lure. “A few things helped, knowing a few players from my old club Geelong West they could not speak highly enough of the Ocean Grove Football Club,” he said. “When I met up with coach Cameron McGregor and Shane Jack they were very complimentary of the club in terms of the social side and things that make it a football club.” Away from football, the strongly-built Stewart who stands at 195cm knows his ‘tall’ education logics will also benefit his longer term work development. “There is a lot of research out there tall people earn more money, they might not be smarter, but they earn more,” he laughed. Ocean Grove coach Cameron McGregor said Stewart’s arrival was a massive boost for the club’s big man stocks.

Stewart is poised to share the ruck duties with Tom Foott, brother of Harrison, who joined Ocean Grove in 2011. “He will be a huge acquisition for us, he will be able to push forward for us,” McGregor said. “Shane Jack (Current Grubber) was instrumental in getting him to the club. “It is purely timing, he wants to do well with his studies, GFL requires more commitment to training than BFL. “He has valuable experience and his education will help fast track our kids.” Stewart played two seasons at Geelong West St Peters in 2009 and 2010 and won the club’s best and fairest honour in 2009. He joins a string of current Grubbers who have played with Geelong West St Peters in the Geelong Football League. The list includes new 2012 Grubbers recruit Liam Rock, Ben Ricardo and Shane Jack. Outside of football and his studies, Stewart runs for the Geelong Cross Country Club and enjoys travelling overseas.

Grove marathoner Kristen Wyatt has just completed her second marathon in three months.

Kristen at the double OCEAN GROVE inspirational marathon runner Kristen Wyatt is not slowing down despite running two-full marathons in the past three months. The 32-year-old has arguably had her best year to date, having won the Noumea International Marathon (42 km) in New Caledonia in August and then backing up at the gruelling Melbourne Marathon (42km) last month. The Grovedale College school teacher who runs 10km’s daily, admits she is in recovery mode after clocking up 84 km’s in her past two major events while also competing in the Gold

Coast Airport Marathon in July. “At the moment I’m recovering after I have had two marathons in a sevenweek gap,” Wyatt said. “Normally I only do one marathon a year, so I have only just done the Gold Coast half marathon. “Then I had three months for preparation for the Melbourne one and I got the call with an invitation to race in Noumea – which I did.” Wyatt, who has professionally raced in Japan, still trains regularly in the Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads surrounds. “I love running up over the Bluff (in Barwon Heads), I regularly run up over the Bluff and along Thirteenth Beach,” Wyatt said. “It is a beautiful place to train.”

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