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Rental shortage Light of Day comes to Grove
Musicians helped raise more than $4600 for Parkinson’s Disease causes with a sell-out show at the Piping Hot Chicken and Burger Grill on Saturday night. Marshall Okell, Tony Armstrong and the Bash Big Band were on song. Full story and more pictures on page 14.
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OCEAN Grove home rental availability has dropped by half on this time last year and there are predictions it will become scarcer. At least one real estate agent is reporting a 50 per cent drop in the number of vacancies during what is usually a quieter time of the year. On Wednesday last week there were 46 properties listed on the realestate. com.au website. Those properties varied from two to four bedroom properties ranging in cost from $210 per week to $485 per week. Seven real estate agents were handling rentals with the majority on the books of Hayden, LJ Hooker and Kerleys. Hayden had three twobeds, 10 three-beds and four four-beds. LJ Hooker was managing three twobeds, six three-beds and two four-beds. The average of the 16 three bedroom properties list was $362 per week. Jade Carter, senior property manager at Hayden Real Estate, said there were a number of possible reasons for the trend. Continued page 3.
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Unanimous vote for equality THERE were tears in the Chamber after Geelong City Councillors last week unanimously supported marriage equality for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and intersex people. Marriage equality supporters, two mothers of gay men and reporters in the press gallery clapped and cried when the decision was made. Ocean Grove’s own Jan Farrell played an instrumental part in the result, putting the motion forward to Council.
Jan Farrell with local student supporters of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and intersex (GLTBI) people earlier this year raising the rainbow flag at City Hall. “My motion demonstrates living in Greater Geelong Council's support for the and I’m really delighted that many GLTBI residents Council did the right thing
and voted unanimously in support,” Cr Farrell said. The next step will be for Council to write to all local, state and federal Members of Parliament and the Victorian and Commonwealth Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commissions, advising them of Council’s support of marriage equality, irrespective of sex or gender identity. Councillor Farrell said it was crucial to address marriage equality as a human rights issue.
Bellarine Martial Arts Centre instructors Carole Kirby, David Jacob and Sue Jensz.
Martial arts centre comes to life OCEAN Grove has its own dedicated new martial arts centre after a wellestablished Barwon Heads club shifted from across the river. The Bellarine Martial Arts Centre, born out of the Heads Shinkyokushin Karate Club, which has been running in the town for more than 20 years, it was forced to
relocated premises due to development. Fortunately they found premises in Smithton Grove, in Ocean Grove, and with the help of club members and their families giving their time to working bees, they have established a special a bigger and better club than was available before. The club is headed by
chief instructor Shihan David Jacobs who has almost 40 years experience in the style and is a Branch Chief with direct links to Japan. He is capably assisted by senior instructors Sensei Sue Jensz, who takes most of the children’s classes and has been successful on the tournament scene, as well as Sensei Tsuyoshi Murase
who conducts Friday night fight classes. Sensei Murase has won many Japan Championships and placed highly on the world stage. Other instructors include Sempai Lynda Miller, Sempai Carole Kirby and Sempai Jacob Comelli. All in all, over 100 years of collective experience.
Netball court fate known
THE fate of Ocean Grove’s former netball courts has been decided. City of Greater Geelong voted to adopt the rezoning of the courts in Draper Street and Asbury Street East from a Public Park and Recreation Zone to a General Residential Zone. The decision was made at a council meeting on July 8. Recent exhibition of the proposed amendment resulted in 19 local submissions, with 15 of them objecting to the proposal on the grounds that the land should be retained as open space.
Netball court protesters back in November.
Council referred the submissions to an independent panel appointed by the Minister for Planning, where four objecting residents and one supporting resident made presentations. “The independent
panel's report supports the rezoning of the land, finding it to be consistent with Council's recreational strategies for Ocean Grove and the Bellarine Peninsula,” Beangala Ward Councillor Jan Farrell, who moved the motion, told the
Voice. “The land to be rezoned in Draper Street and Asbury Street East is no longer required for netball following the construction of a new facility at the Shell Road Recreation Reserve,” Cr Farrell added. Potential use of the land has been suggested by a group of Ocean Grovers as a possible site for a space for members of the community living with intellectual disabilities. The adopted amendment will now be sent to the Minister of Planning for approval.
Vigilance required DESPITE July being a typically quiet month for the Ocean Grove fire brigade, the past week included two call outs. One was to a deliberately lit fire on the end of Queenscliff pier on Friday afternoon. On Saturday, an emergency call was made by parents of a seven-year-old boy that had his arm stuck in a chest of drawers on Marlin Drive in Ocean Grove. Ending up a false alarm, the brigade was on the scene and ready to help if needed. Steve Gibbs, the brigade’s 1st Lieutenant, urged Grovers to remain vigilant. “Throughout the quieter months, it’s important to remember to be careful and remember the safety precautions when using open fires, electric blankets, heaters and clothes dryers,” Steve said. The Ocean Grove Fire Brigade are currently flying at half mast until this Friday as a sign of respect for those lost and effected on Malaysia Airlines flight MH-17 last week.
Drink driver caught in early hours A CLIFTON SPRINGS teenager was caught with an alcohol reading of 0.17 over the weekend. The Ocean Grove based Bellarine Police intercepted the 18-year-old Clifton Springs man locally in the early hours of Sunday morning. He lost his probationary license, in which he is he required to maintain a zero blood alcohol reading, on the spot and will be required to attend court in the coming months.
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Planning Scheme for water fun park AFTER three years, Adventure Park in Wallington has had the rezoning of a 72-hectare site to a Comprehensive Development Zone which means it will now be incorporated into the Greater Geelong Planning Scheme. “We are pleased with the result. In 2009, we had the approval for four new water slides to be built. So that may be an idea we entertain in the
future,” Leanne Salmon from Adventure Park said. The Mayor, Cr Darryn Lyons, said the Amendment C288 recognises the substantial recreation and tourist facility on the land and rationalises the planning approval process for the ongoing future development of the site. “For now, locals will not know any difference, the land will still be farming
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areas but at least now we have the option for that space to be used in the
future and to potentially expand the park,” Leanne Salmon added.
Grove faces a rental shortage
Continued from front page. “It is usually quite slow in the winter and in winter there is a usually a lot to choose from. But this winter has been one of the busiest. “There seems to be more people renting, there are a lot of requests for short term renters – while people are building. “Also a lot of long term renters are staying in properties and looking for fixed term security of tenancy, which could relate to a bit of job insecurity.” Rentals can be viewed from both the renter and the property owner/ investor. Greg McDonald, branch
manager at Ocean Grove LJ Hooker, confirmed that, from an investor’s point of view, the town compared favourably with Geelong. In particular, he believes rental property is likely to become more scarce, in particular with the impending closure of Alcoa and other large manufacturing businesses.
“At the moment we are running at about a two per cent vacancy rate, that is pretty good. “But it’s the nature of it that it tends to be quieter at this time of year. They are good figures for this time of year. It compares favourably with other areas. “Rentals will become more difficult to secure in
the future would be my prediction. There will be greater demand. “It’s a funny market at the moment. We are reviewing our holiday rentals at the moment. “If you were not sure about your job you would probably be looking at a domestic holiday this year. I’d predict stronger demand (for holiday rentals) – subject to weather.” Overall he said Ocean Grove remained buoyant – mainly because of it natural location on the ocean and 10km of beaches. “Ocean Grove is a destination, it’s not a suburb, it’s a lifestyle, so there seems to be a constant demand for property.”
Relay preparations underway P R E PA R AT I O N S are well underway for the Bellarine Relay for Life, scheduled for the weekend of November 8 and 9. This time last year, only 10 teams were registered, however right now there are 17 and counting for this year’s event. The committee is hoping to trump the 44 teams registered in total in 2013. “Everything is moving in the right direction. We would love as many people as possible to be involved in the event this year,” Cath Sattler said.
SPIRIT: Plans for the Relay for Life are well underway. So far, close to $10,000 has been raised for the November event, nearly triple the amount raised this time last year. “The current committee
as with previous committees are all extremely enthusiastic and want to make this year's relay a very family friendly event with a huge focus on
something for everyone. There will be awesome activities for the kids, good food with healthy options and we will be making sure we have great coffee, too,” Cath added. The 'paint the town purple' event will be held in Barwon Heads this year on Saturday September 6. An open meeting for anyone interested in joining the relay will be held at the Collendina clubrooms on Tuesday September 16. Anyone interested in getting involved, call 1300 656 585.
Car break-ins warning
MULTIPLE cars were broken into last Saturday night along Curzon Drive and the back of Kingston Estate. Bellarine Police told the Voice that nine out of 10 crimes that have been committed in the area lately have been opportunistic and that most thefts are from from unlocked cars with valuables being visible. An operation will be rolling out in the next month where police will be targetting Ocean Grove streets for unlocked vehicles. The educational based operation is hoping to encourage locals to lock their vehicles and houses. A similar operation saw a 90% reduction in unlocked vehicles in the Belmont area earlier in the year. Check out the next edition of the Voice for more details on the operation.
Seniors AGM OCEAN Grove’s Senior Citizens Club is holding its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday August 4 at 1.30pm. The meeting is being held in the clubrooms at 101 The Terrace. If a nonmember wishes to attend, they are welcome to if they wish to become a member on the day for voting purposes. Trips for members to look forward to include to the Tombstone Country Music on August 24, a Tramboat excursion along the Maribyrnong River on August 26, a day at Crown Casino on October 29 and a mystery trip on November 26. For more information contact Kevin Callinan on 0413-174 840.
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OCEAN GROVE’S culinary talent was well represented at the second annual Extravaganza Eat Drink Discover Geelong last weekend. Ocean Grove chef Will Swinton was among the local food identities who hit the stage and shared their unique cooking styles and backgrounds. Fellow chefs such as Jesse Hughes from the Vue Grand Hotel, and My Kitchen Rules stars Josh and Danielle also appeared. Will held a cooking demonstration on the Kitchen Corner Stage, hosted by Richard Cornish, and cooked a daube of ox cheek. “I thought it was
something a little different from your standard slow cooked ox cheek and could easily be done at home by the people watching,” Will explained to the Voice. “It’s also a warming winter dish appropriate for this weather we have at the moment,” Will added. The Napona chef also demonstrated a fried potato pastry recipe called dauphine. Around 2500 people attended the event. Visitors from Geelong, Melbourne, regional Victoria and further afield gained a diverse insight into the local food, wine, beer and cider of Geelong and surrounds. “We are delighted with
the incredible support for this second annual event, both by way of support from the food, wine and hospitality industry and with the fantastic public attendance at the event on a mid-winters day. I think patrons were surprised and amazed as they entered the room and left feeling proud and excited about our region’s offering,” volunteer Extravaganza Geelong committee president Lyndsay Sharp said. “It was well organised and set out and I definitely want to be a part of it next year. It just had a great feel about it,” Will said. For more see www. extravaganzageelong.com. au.
Will Swinton at the Extravaganza Geelong and his dish, daube of ox cheek (inset).
Snow trip for youth OCEAN Grove Neighbourhood Centre took away 28 extremely excited young people (pictured above) for the annual four day ski camp to Mt Buller. Waking up at the crack of dawn last Saturday, the drop in camp set off for the slopes. “The camp was a huge success with all young people representing the community of Ocean Grove and surrounds in a positive way. We had three days of snowboarding, indoor sports, rock climbing and a movie night which made for a fun filled experience,” manager of the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre Nicki Dunne said. This particular camp is part of the drop-in youth weekly program open to
young people between the ages of 12 to 18 residing on the Bellarine Peninsula that includes an annual four day camp. “Even more exciting was that 26 out of the 28 young people had never been to the snow,” Nicki told the Voice. Next year, the centre is hoping to take the camp to the Gold Coast. “A special thank you to the amazing staff and qualified youth workers who came along to support the camp, Adam, AJ, Sean, Jess, Hannah, Sam, Steve and Senior Constable Steven Hutchinson, Youth Liaison Office from the Bellarine Police,” Nicki added. For more information about the weekly youth program contact Nicki Dunne on 5255 4294.
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Premier Napthine with Anthony Zinn and Tony Watson.
Elissa Friday, Susan Dunn, Darryn Lyons, Lisa Neville, Nicky Dunne, Denis Napthine and Ron Nelson.
Ron Nelson and Ralph Wright examine a chess class.
Half a mill and on the move STEPHANIE NAYLOR
OCEAN GROVE’S Neighborhood Centre is on the move and is set to improve. Victorian Premier Denis Napthine and City of Greater Geelong Mayor Darryn Lyons visited Ocean Grove last Thursday to announce the funding of $500,000 to the move of the centre to the former Surfside Kinder at Shell Road Reserve. Adding to Council’s contribution of $960,000, the $1.4 million of building works is due to start at Shell Road in
August. “Refurbishing and expanding the community infrastructure will provide flexible community spaces that are in short supply in Ocean Grove,” Dr Napthine said on the day. The premier told the congregation at the current centre how Ocean Grove is a very well rounded community and close to home, with his brother living nearby in Barwon Heads. Mayor Lyons explained how the existing neighbourhood centre along The Parade is no longer fit for purpose.
“The Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre is absolutely bursting at the seams so it makes sense to move to the empty building at Shell Road where space will be doubled,” the mayor explained. The new space will create over 11 new jobs and support the already 32 on an ongoing basis. “I am extremely excited by the announcement of the State funding for our relocation. For myself and many of the long term committee members this move has been a 16 year project as the current site
does not meet the demands of the community which includes disability accesses, power issues, leaking and plumbing problems,” Manager of the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre Nicki Dunne said. The new hub will boast 755 square metres with up to four multipurpose community meeting spaces, a multi-purpose program room, dedicated computer room and a kitchen. "This is fantastic to see the final bit of funding provided to enable the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre to
expand into new premises. It has been a pleasure to work with them and with the local councillor to secure the initial funding in 2010 and to fight to get this final amount of money," Member for Bellarine Lisa Neville said. “The centre will be able to offer a more extensive program, make available community rooms for hire to community groups and provide employment support and training within the local community. This is a win for the whole community,” Nicki Dunne said.
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Community digs deep for Josh STEPHANIE NAYLOR NEARLY $5000 was raised for eleven year old Ocean Grover Josh Bouma last month. Over 310 friends and locals supporters of Josh attended a film at Reading Cinemas, Waurn Ponds, raising funds for the Bouma family. The film How to Train your Dragon 2 was shown to a packed cinema. Josh, a Wallington Primary School student, was recently diagnosed with aplastic anaemia and has spent the past couple of months in the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne. After months of receiving platelet and blood transfusions every five or so days, Josh has been lucky enough to have found a donor match from overseas and is gearing up for a bone marrow transplant on August 6. “Josh is currently going through a lot of tests and preparation for the transplant and will start immunosuppression and
Bone-marrow donor found for courageous youngster
Josh Bouma at the MCG in a corporate box (provided by Ronald McDonald House) and at a Studley Park picnic (above).
chemotherapy on July 29. Josh has been through very tough times over the past three and a half months and there is still a long road ahead,” Josh’s father, Nick Bouma told the Voice. Josh and his mother Hilary are currently living at the Royal Children’s Hospital and Ronald MacDonald House. Josh will be in isolation for at least four more months while his new immune system establishes. Josh unfortunately developed a persistent infection in his spine, which is getting treated before the transplant. “We have had wonderful support from all our work places, footy and tennis clubs, Ocean Grove Automotive Centre, the Ocean Grove and Wallington communities, friends and family. We are very grateful,” Nick Bouma added on behalf of his family. Among the generosity of the community was a recent donation of $1500 during the movie fundraiser, from local builder Mark
LeMaistre. “I don’t know Josh and his family, but having five kids myself and hearing about the Boumas through the Cobras, it was the least I could do. I know how important it is for people to know that people, even strangers, are thinking of them through hard times. It’s the true Ocean Grove spirit,” Mark LeMaistre explained. “We are extremely appreciative and humbled by the community support including fundraisers and gifts for our family from businesses or individuals as well as many loving positive wishes. Thank you all,” Hilary Bouma, told the Voice. A joint community family fun day is in the pipeline to provide ongoing support for Josh and his family. In the meantime, to offer your support or well wishes for the Bouma family, contact friends Kerstin on 0409097 227 or Penny on 0407-891 599. For more information on donating blood and bone marrow visit www.donateblood. com.au.
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Strong support for Grove netball space
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Dear editor, I refer to the article 'Space needed' (the Voice July 9-22). What a wonderful use of community land. I fully support the members of the Bellarine Supported Living group in their quest to convince the Geelong Council to keep a portion of the Ocean Grove netball reserve for housing to accommodate people with intellectual disabilities. This would def initely be a win/win situation for the Ocean Grove community, making a very important and inclusive use of community land. Rod Morony, Ocean Grove
Judy and Bob Watson took the Voice inside the Bone Church just outside Kutnรก Hora in the Czech Republic.
Voice on an Aussie road trip Olivia Flynn of Barwon Heads and Makaira Carmichael of Ocean Grove, both 14, took the Voice on their recent road trip up to the nation's capital. They are pictured at the summit of Mt Ainslie with the city of Canberra in the background. They also introduced the Voice to the Dog on the Tuckerbox (inset) just outside of Gundagai, NSW.
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Dear editor, I just wanted to publicly thank the Ocean Grove Park Committee for their tireless efforts in all the work they have done to create a truly magnificent performance space. They have come up with a plan for a multipurpose space for our community that will give generations of residents somewhere to play music, act, dance, create and enjoy. It seems those against its construction all have agendas ranging from personal to financial, all totally misguided in my view. And as Jon Mamonski said at the meeting last Sunday, we are the largest town on the peninsula and we have nowhere for all these wonderful activities to occur. At my first ever gig as a 14-year-old, playing the organ between acts at GPAC, an elderly man came up to me and said "if people invest in art, culture will take care of itself." I look forward to seeing the performance space being built and bring on some culture. Tim Neal, Ocean Grove
Park talks meeting fires up STEPHANIE NAYLOR MORE than 100 people attended the Ocean Grove Park Association’s special general meeting held at The Wave on Saturday. Requested by its members, the meeting was held as a general update on the status and construction of the proposed performance space. Past and present park members, and nonmembers, attended the gathering, which saw some attend from as far away as Melbourne. “We were pleased with the positive response the meeting on Saturday brought. I hope everyone gained a better understanding of the
performance space and the reasons as to why it’s important for the town,” President of the Ocean Grove Park Colin Atkins told the Voice. Debate filled the meeting at times and those with questions regarding the construction were answered. The plans of the performance space were also displayed at the meeting. “It was fantastic to hear the park committee share accurate and timely information on the space. I was disappointed at the behaviour of some in the meeting. I and several others had to remind those people to listen and speak with courtesy. Apart from that, it was a positive
meeting,” Beangala Ward Councillor and Ocean Grove resident Jan Farrell told the Voice at the end of the meeting. Independent Candidate for Corio Stephanie Asher, who attended the meeting, tweeted afterwards: “Lots of passion at the park association meeting. Community spirit alive and well in Ocean Grove.” The park committee reiterated the purpose of the park association, as well as reminding the attendees to reflect on how far the park has come. See upcoming editions of the Voice for updates on the Ocean Grove Park performance space.
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Dear editor, In my email to you on July 12, I referred to two special general meetings to be convened by the Park Committee. The first was held today (19 July). Its purpose was to provide an update on the proposed building.At this meeting, the committee revealed the estimated running costs are $40,720pa and that by the third year, the income is expected to be $44,000pa. It's not clear where this income will come from. I explained that I had requested a meeting for members to vote on amending the rules and that on July 11 the committee's lawyers had confirmed that the meeting would be held by the committee. However, at today's meeting, the park president said there will be no vote. Obviously, any vote taken at today's meeting would have been invalid as a vote requires 21 days notice. I hope he didn't mean the committee has reneged on its agreement to convene a meeting to vote. If so, I don't understand why the committee seems intent on impeding a special general meeting to vote. If the promised meeting goes ahead, I hope the committee ensures all members receive notification. I know six members did not receive a notice of today's meeting. Christine Brooks
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Steve Gibbs and Adam Wakeling with Jack Ness, who picked up the Recruit Excellence Award.
Ivan Lee was acknowledged for his 65 years of service.
Steve Gibbs with Jayden Harrison-Roberts (encouragement award).
Mick McGuiness presents to Doug Pearce (45 years' service).
Steve Gibbs presenting the captain's award to Adam Wakeling.
Emergency Management Commissioner Craig Lapsley speaks at the awards.
Ian Beswicke, Alistair Drayton and Steve Gibbs give thanks for the Good Friday Appeal efforts.
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Ops manager Mick McGuiness presents to Caroline Hickman for 10 years' service.
Cindy Harrison-Roberts receives a retirement gift from Steve Gibbs.
Mick McGuiness presents Roscoe Holmes with five years' service.
Mick McGuiness presents Andrew Cooper with five years' service.
THE newly integrated Ocean Grove Fire Brigade attended 246 call outs last year – an increase of about 80 on the previous year. Of those, 83 – or 33% – were in Ocean Grove itself. The increase ref lects the wider response area that the introduction of the career f iref ighters brings. But turnout is only one part of the Grove brigade’s service to the community, and this was recognised during last week’s annual dinner. The brigade involves itself in community fundraising, f ire prevention education, training new recruits, the Anzac Day parade as well as fostering an inclusive family friendly environment that is a community asset in itself. This year’s f iref ighter of the year was awarded in his absence to Lee Bickley. Steve Gibbs, whose position as brigade captain ends with the integration, made his f inal Captain’s Award to Adam Wakeling. Jock Smith and Jayden HarrisonRoberts jointly received the Encouragement Award while Jack Ness picked up the Recruit Excellence Award. Lee Bickley added to his Firef ighter of the Year accolade by bagging the Keith Fisher Full Flush Award for the less notable deed of the year. Among the guests at the awards was Craig Lapsley, Victoria’s f irst Emergency Management Commissioner. The annual dinner was held at Ocean Grove Bowling Club.
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Light of Day success Overseas blessing The event was giving the blessing by the Light of Day Foundation based in Asbury Park New Jersey, the next town along the Jersey Shore from Ocean Grove. The Ocean Grove event was welcomed by the US brothers in arms as well as Italy, which as the first Light of Day event outside of America. “Congratulations on what sounds like a wonderful event! Welcome to the Light of Day family!!” Jean Mikle – Light of Day board member “Congratulations on your debut. Welcome to the big Light of Day family.” Teresa Misasi Zirilli – Head of LOD Italia
OCEAN Grove joined the international Light of Day family on Saturday night – rocking against Parkinson’s Disease and raising more than $4600 during a sell-out show. A smouldering line up of musicians – all donating their time for the cause – belted out more than five hours of solid music to an intimate audience of 100. The New Jersey–based Light of Day Foundation has been running shows for 15 years in the USA, Canada and Europe. Saturday's Light of Day Australia show at the Piping Hot Chicken and Burger Grill was the first event Down Under. Half of the proceeds will go the Light of Day Foundation and the global fight against Parkinson’s and the other half will go to Parkinson’s Victoria towards its support, advocacy and research programs. During the evening, organisers Richard Grimmett and Alan
Barber hoped to raised awareness and build on the event for future years. “It was a great success,” said Richard. “All the acts just melded together to create one memorable moment, a milestone really to bring the Light of Day Foundation that has grown out of Asbury Park, New Jersey, and gone to the UK and Canada. For us to be able to bring it here in Australia is amazing. “I think the feeling in the room was that they were experiencing something special and this is the foundation for successful future Light of Day and Parkinson’s Victoria events.” The event was opened by the great Nick Barker who played a mixture of his old, new and cover songs – including a memorable duet of the Stones’ Dead Flowers with Rebecca Barnard. Rebecca then took to the stage and charmed the audience with her song,
acoustic and down to earth humour. The next set saw Jackie Marshall rock onto the stage with her band – upbeat momentum maintained by the all-star Pirates of Beer – featuring Sarah Carroll, Chris Wilson and Tim Neal and the band. Marshall Okell and stomp box added grunge to the rock and roll show – providing a perfect segue to the Bash Big Band – taking up a quarter of the venue with their musicians it was more like a street party than a concert. Alan added his thanks to the wide range of artists and suppliers who helped out or gave their time and services to make the event a success. The organisers hope to make an announcement on another type of event shortly as well as making plans to build on this event and make 2015 even bigger.
Nick Barker and Rebecca Barnard
Sarah Carroll
Jackie Marshall
Nick Barker, Rebecca Barnard, Jackie Marshall and her band, Sarah Carroll, Chris Wilson, Tim Neal and the Pirates of Beer, Marshall Okell and the Bash Big Band. Thank you to our sound engineer Huib de Bruijn, Thank you to Brenda and Geelong Wedding Cars for the use of their wonderful vintage bus. Thank you to Ashley Cole and Undercover Marquees for the green room and merchandise marquees and heating. Big thank you to Grovedale Limousines for collecting and dropping off one of our artists at Tullamarine Airport. Thanks to the City of Greater Geelong for making it easy for us. Thank you to Ben and Mikaela of the Piping Hot Chicken and Burger Grill for hosting and making this inaugural event so successful. Light of Day Australia 2014
Marshall Okell and Chris Wilson.
Rebecca Barnard and Nick Barker.
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Last chance to catch duo
GROVERS have possibly their chance to catch Dave Steel and Tiffany Eckhardt performing locally as they are soon to be moving to southern Tasmania. The dynamic trio of the folk/blues/roots Australian music scene, this husband and wife team, Tiffany and Dave, along with their bass player Sandy Brady, have recently released their brand new album Big Big Sky, will be performing at the Piping Hot Chicken and Burger Grill next weekend. Up until now based in
Victoria’s rural South west, their music is inspired by the landscape and by the joys and challenges of family life and life as artists. The songs are sometimes soulful and
sentimental, sometimes just plain fun. Tiff and Dave and Sandy will totally charm you with their stories and songs. This year they are launching their new album, Big Big Sky along with their recently released ‘Best Of’ album, Think About You, featuring favourite songs and previously unreleased live tracks. They will be on the road this year with their guitars, ukulele and mandolin and will sing and play up a storm around the country. Blues man, songwriter/ producer and multi
instrumentalist, Dave has been writing songs and making albums for the past 20 years. He has played and toured with some of Australia's best known artists including Weddings Parties Anything, Archie Roach, Kasey Chambers, and Kavisha Mazzella to name a few. Dave has also been working as a mentor to up and coming musicians, coaching, producing and recording their music in his home studio. Award winning songwriter Tiffany has written and recorded
seven successful independent releases. As a songwriter and performer, she has been adopted by the folk/roots, festival scene in Australia as a firm favourite, receiving rave reviews and radio airplay across the country. In recent years she has also been directing choirs and teaching and facilitating singing and ukulele ensembles as well as home-educating her two children. They play the Chicken Shop on Saturday July 26. Bookings 5255 1566.
Crowdfunding the way to go for Áine IN true roving spirit, Irish singer Áine Tyrrell is crowdfunding her debut album through an indie platform that brings performers and patrons together at an almost visceral level. Áine, who made her home in Ocean Grove four years ago, is taking to the road to record the album in a Bedford bus around
Australia. It is a different approach, but eminently suitable for a woman who has busked her way through South America, grew up playing among Irish music royalty, and shared the stages with the likes of Mundy, Declan O’Rourke, and Katell Keinig and most recently here in Australia with
Clare Bowditch. Áine performed
National Celtic Festival in June 2014. Áine’s clever confluence of folk and Irish moods and melodies has received acclaim since her arrival to Australian festivals and stages recently. Go to http://pozi.be/ ainetyrrell?ra=113379 to help fund the project. at
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with Ben Jemmett, 23, from Ocean Grove at Driftwood Cafe Favourite thing about coming to work?
reading? Foam Symmetry the surfing magazine.
The staff here at Driftwood are the best and make it a very fun place to work.
Favourite local brunch spot on a day off?
A flat white, I think they look the best and can make great patterns on top.
Elkhorn Roadhouse in Wallington. Great quality food and an awesome bacon, eggs and sausage breakfast.
What is your own coffee order?
Best coffee in another establishment close by?
A cafe latte with one sugar. That’s been my coffee order forever, or since I started drinking coffee in 2010.
Sticks and Stones Cafe in Torquay have the best coffee.
Favourite coffee to make?
If you had the choice, what music would you play at work? Bands like the Chvrches. They play alternative dance. What are you currently
Your typical day off from work? Surfing and drinking coffee! Ideal night out? A couple of casual beers in a mate's garage with a pool table is a great night.
DINING OUT
Shack now licensed SHACK DINING CO at 37 Hitchcock Ave in Barwon Heads is now licensed. Casual coastal dining starts with breakfast at 8am and lunch from noon. House baked bread is a feature and topped with avocado, Meredith goats Feta and a poached egg, makes a great breakfast. Why not try the Istra Ham and Swiss filled French Toast or take on the 'Shack' brekkie with the lot. Pair your breakfast with the Shack Dining Co’s own coffee blend and your day will start perfectly. Lunch starts with
smaller plates such as Chinese-spiced calamari or slow cooked octopus, but continues with a selection of burgers and sandwiches. The crispy pork bun or ruben sandwich will be hard to choose between. You can also enjoy a glass of wine or beer in the front garden – the Shack is now licensed. If it’s a good value, high quality dining experience you’re after, head to the Shack. The Shack is open seven days a week from 8am, and nights are coming soon. Phone 5254 2288.
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music/live events
• Piping Hot Chicken Shop - July 26 Dave Steel and Tiffany Eckhardt CD launch (ticketed) - August 8 The Hornets - August 30 Pugsley Buzzard (ticketed) - October 4 Stephen Cummings • Barwon Heads Hotel - Wednesday Trivia Night 7:30pm - Thursday Master of Darkness 8.30pm - Friday Happy Hour 5-7pm raffle live music - Open mic for youth show under 21's every second month on a Sunday 3pm-5.30pm. More info contact Jill Meehan 0431 606 476. • Ocean Grove Hotel - Saturday Night Live at The Ocean Grove Hotel Saturday from 9pm. • Pototo Shed, Drysdale - August 1Christmas Wishes - August 8 Spud Dance - August 12 Highway of Lost Hearts- Morning Showtime - August 13 Highway of Lost Hearts - August 20 Just the
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what’s ON Ticket • Springdale Community Centre Hall - Making waves music/ poetry arvo every third Sun of every month 2pm - 5.30pm • Ocean Grove Bowling Club - July 26 Guy Hennequin - August 14 Morning Melodies Alvis Alive - October 9 Morning Melodies Andy Pobjoy
markets & fairs
• Parkes Hall Newcombe Street Portarlington - July 27 9am to 2pm •Bellarine Community Farmers Market - August 16 Ocean Grove Park • Rotary Club of Ocean Grove Winter Market at Bellarine Aquatic and Sports Centre - Sunday August 3 • Buy Bellarine Produce Barn - Tuckerberry Farm Saturdays and Sundays 9am-3pm
food/wine • Leura Park Estate
Sundays 12.30pm –
4.30pm Live music, sensational food and wines available Ph: 5253 3180 • McGlashan’s Wallington Estate Swan Bay Road Wallington - Open weekends and public holidays 11am - 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 55plus, 10.15am gentle exercises to music for 65plus contact Marg on 52 551 335 - Thursday 1pm Craft Group • Uniting Church Hall Ocean Grove - Wednesdays 9am Volleyball, 9.30am exercises to music for all ages contact Marg on
5255 1335 • Queenscliff RSL Hall - Mondays 1.30pm exercises using chairs for all ages contact Marg on 5255 1335 • Marcus Hill Hall cnr Banks Road and Bellarine Highway - Tuesdays 7.45pm – 10pm Ocean Grove Scottish Country Dance Ph: 5251 3393 • Senior Citizens Hall Ocean Grove - Mondays 7-8.30pm and Wednesdays 1-3pm Line Dancing Ph: 0413 690597 • Barwon Heads Community Hall Yoga and dance with Tara Lynch classes for all ages and abilities Ph: 0435 481 920 • Scout Hall, The Avenue Ocean Grove - Wednesday 7pm 1st/2nd Ocean Grove Scout Group Clubs Meet Enquiries Ph: 0422 700951 • Yoga classes in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads: Beginners, Hatha, Vinyas and Svaroopa Yoga Ph: 0413 955 331 or email Kerryn@bluewateryoga.
org.au
reading & writing
• Ocean Grove Library – corner Presidents Avenue and The Avenue. - Wednesdays 10.30am – Toddlertime - Thursdays 11.30am Babytime - Nursery Verses - Fridays 10.30am Preschool Storytime. - First Wednesday of the month 4pm-5pm Chatterbooks junior book club for kids aged 8-12 - Third Tuesday of each month 2.30pm-3.30pm Book chat for adults. All welcome.www. geelonglibraries.vic.gov. au
family fun
• Koombahla Equestrian Park - Tuesday to Friday After school riding programs special school holiday courses available Ph: 52 562 742. • Bellarine Church of Christ Hall 17 Tareeda Way Ocean Grove - Saturdays 10-11am Tuesdays 7.30- 8.30pm
Ocean Grove Toy Library Borrow a range of toys for children aged six months to six years, open to all families on the Bellarine www. oceangrovetoylibrary. org.au • Uniting Church Ocean Grove - Friday 10am-noon Ocean Grove Play Group Any children 5yrs and under welcome to join a friendly play group large indoor and outdoor area, lots of toys, great craft activities, music and story time contact Chelsea Cole at oceangroveplaygroup@ gmail.com classes & exhibtions • Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre Program with a range of courses, classes and fun activities Ph: 5255 4294
health & wellbeing
•Bellarine Community Health Diabetes Awareness Day July 25 Ph: 5256 1311 for more information • The Zebra Bar Ocean Grove 1/85 The Terrace Last Friday of every month 1pm-3pm Breast Cancer Support Group (lunch and nibbles). Details Julie Rodger 0435 362 573 or julesrodg@gmail. com. What’s On phone: 5255 3233 or email: journo@ oceangrovevoice. com
classes & exhibtions
• Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre Check our program with a range of courses, classes and fun activities Ph: 52 554 294
Clubs meet
Mondays Ocean Grove Bridge Club, 1pm, Marcus Hill Hall, Bellarine Highway end of Banks Road. Also Wednesdays and Fridays 1pm. Phone Marg 5256 2550. Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 7-9pm. (juniors/seniors) at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone 5255 1641. Ocean Grove & District Men’s Shed - Mon, Tue and Fri: 9am to 3pm, and Wed 9am to 12pm, 17 Smithton Grove. Phone Ted Price 5255 2595. Jujitsu, 6.30pm – juniors; 7.30pm – adults, Surfside Centre, Phone Steve 0438 019 991. First Monday of every month Bellarine Fly Fishing Association, 7.30pm, Shannon Park, Shannon Avenue, Newtown. Phone Pat on 0414 959248 or Bruce on 0407 361319 or email bffa@hotmail.com. Legacy Laurel Group of Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads, 2pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Draper St. Details 5251 2268 or 51542873. Third Monday of every month Ocean Grove RSL, 2.30pm, Club Grove. Committee meets at 1.30pm, The Terrace. Ocean Grove Garden Club, 1.30pm, Uniting Church Hall, Eggleston Street. Phone Margaret 5255 2848. Bellarine Fly Fishing Association, 7.30pm, Shannon Park, Shannon Avenue, Newtown. Phone Pat on 0414 959248 or Bruce on 0407
361319 or email bffa@hotmail.com. Fourth Monday of every month Combined Probus Club of Ocean Grove, 10am, Ocean Grove Golf Club. Friendship is our theme. Phone John Grant on 5256 1940 Tuesdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 10am to noon (adults only) at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone John 5256 2489 or Chris 5256 1996. Bellarine T.O.W.N., 5.30pm, Uniting Church Hall, Eggleston Street. Phone Doreen on 5255 2856. Ocean Grove Senior Citizens Club, The Terrace Tuesday 1pm. Also Thursday and Friday 1.30pm. Phone Dianne on 5255 2996 Rotary Club of Ocean Grove, 6pm, Club Grove. Phone 0457 315 900. Barwon Heads Chorale 7.30pm at the Anglican Church Barwon Heads. All abilities welcome to come along for a sing and a laugh. Phone Jo 5254 2670. First Tuesday of every month Ocean Grove Men’s Probus, 10am to noon, Ocean Grove Hotel, Collendina. Guest speakers, make friends. Visitors welcome. Phone Terry 5255 5587. First and Third Tuesday of every month Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club, 7pm, Moorfield Park, Grubb Road. New Lions most welcome. Phone 0418 524 873. Wednesdays
Ocean Grove & District Men’s Shed, 9am to 1pm, 17 Smithton Grove. Phone Ernie 0421 703 368. Jujitsu, 6.30pm – juniors; 7.30pm – adults, Surfside Centre, Phone Steve 0438 019 991. First Wednesday of every month Bellarine Business Women. From 7pm, Suma Park Winery, Bellarine Highway. For details contact info@ bellarinebusinesswomen.com.au or 0412 199 467 Second Wednesday of every month Parkinson’s Self Help Support Group, 1.30pm, Grove Centre (next to library), Presidents Avenue. Phone Pam 5255 5152 Third Wednesday of every month Ocean Grove on Barwon Probus Club, 9.45am, St Peter’s Church Hall. Fourth Wednesday of every month Ocean Grove Angling Club, 7.30pm, Minerva Close sporting oval club house. Phone Peter 0419 782629 Last Wednesday of every month Cancer Support Group, 10am, Community Health Centre. Fourth Wednesday of every month Ocean Grove Stamp Club, 10am, Senior Citizens Hall, 101 The Terrace. Phone Dianne 5255 1372. Thursdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 10am to noon at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove.
Phone John 5256 2489 or Chris 5256 1996. First Thursday of every month Ocean Grove Nightlights CWA, 7.30pm, Senior Citizens Hall. Visitors welcome. Phone Faye 5255 4430. Second Thursday of every month Prostate Support Group-Bellarine meets at Ocean Grove Community Health Centre at 1.30pm. Contact John Lee on 5221 8862 for details. Last Thursday of every month Ocean Grove Coastcare, 7pm, Ocean Grove Surf Lifesaving Club. Practical environmental activities to help protect our coastline. Ph: John 04399 30399 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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Grove pair shine in Stadium Stomp GRUELLING but loved every second. That’s how Ocean Grove’s Angelina Prountzos described her experience of the Stadium Stomp at the MCG earlier this month. Locals Angelina and Flick Ryan both completed the workout – 14,686 steps – along with more than 2300 others from across Australia. The event raised $70,242, with $36,356
raised for the organiser's preferred charity the Leukaemia Foundation. “It went well, I had a great time,” said Angelina who completed the course in 67 minutes and had previously done the Eureka Tower climb. “It’s one of the most gruelling events I’ve done – but it really is an amazing day. I loved every second of it.” Flick, who completed the event in about 56 minutes said: “The
f irst half on the run was a breeze, it was the full lower half of the MCG, the stairs weren't steep and the aisle was short. The second was def initely a lot tougher on the legs, especially at the top of the nosebleed section. I used going down the stairs as recovery to catch my breath. “ Flick’s goal was to raise $1000 for BeyondBlue. She actually raised more than $1600.
Angelina Prountzos (pictured left) and Flick Ryan (pictured right) go through their paces at the Stadium Stomp. Pictures: SUPER SPORT IMAGES
Superfood recipes on show in Grove COCONUT, quinoa and beans were all the rage in Ocean Grove over the weekend. Bookgrove hosted the three superfood recipe book authors at a sold out event on Saturday afternoon. The Book into Health event saw the f irst off icial Australian launch of Ocean Grove author Linda Turner’s Bean Cooking cookbook.
Along with Linda was Rena Patten, who debuted her cookbooks Superfoods and Quinoa for Families and author Christine Schang, who shared the benef its of cooking with coconut through her book Coconut Cracked Open. “It was an absolutely fantastic turnout with a really positive vibe,” Bookgrove owner Stacey Moore said.
Each author bought along taste testers demonstrating their superfood of choice and recipes available in their books. “Each author spoke about the health benef its of cooking their recipes. We sold out of every book each author was showing. It was enjoyed by all,” Stacey added.
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Helping to eradicate polio
ROTARY is helping to eradicate polio worldwide. It provides disaster relief (locally and internationally), and works to improve literacy and general education locally and globally and so much more. During the last financial year Rotary Ocean Grove distributed in excess of $30,000 into the local community. It invests heavily in youth programs, providing and encouraging grade six students to participate in youth leadership awards, provided financial grants to eligible VCE students; supported young adults in attending leadership programs; funded vocational scholarships just to mention a few. Rotary also provided funding support for local emergency relief food hampers, Ocean Grove and Thirteenth Beach Surf Lifesaving Clubs, the fire brigade and the ambulance service. Apart from direct financial support Rotarians put in many voluntary hours helping to establish and maintain facilities such as the lookout reserve and
Michael Keary from Riding for the Disabled Barwon Centre accepting cheque from past president Gordon King. the Surfside Primary School Kitchen Garden development. Rotary raises its funds in a variety of ways. In the past 12 months its summer and winter markets have returned around $20,000 in profit. The art show, which was held at the Point Lonsdale
Primary School Hall (lack of suitable Ocean Grove venue) last year, distributed over $8000 in prizes to artists in the community and a healthy donation to the Disabled Surfers Association and the Disabled Riders association were the main beneficiaries of the
show. Manning the gates at the Geelong and District Football Association finals earns $3000 and is a lot of fun. Rotary conducted the Red Cross door knock in Ocean Grove which this year raised in excess of $10,000.
Rotary International will approve grants on a dollar for dollar basis. It had a grant approved for $3000. This will enable it to sponsor six students at $300 per student, providing tuition, uniform, books and requisites for a student for one year at the
Solemaid Community School in Bangladesh, a school providing free education for street children. Helen and Craig Salmon, who helped found the school, will be guest speakers at Rotary's meeting on July 22 at the Ocean Grove Bowling
Club. Other donations Rotary makes to its international arm are to medical based divisions ROMAC, Interlast (basically supporting a person, usually a child, to have life changing surgery to correct a deformity caused by a war injury or birth deformity) and of course Polio Plus, where it hopes to eradicate polio from the planet. To be a Rotarian is simply to have a desire to do something to help others. To be a Rotarian is to develop your skills, broaden your networks, grow your understanding and knowledge, enjoy the camaraderie of likeminded people and build life-long friendships. Rotary welcomes new members and new projects. If you would like to join us for dinner and see what we do we meet at the Ocean grove Bowling Club every Tuesday evening at 6pm for dinner at 6.30pm. Dinner costs $22 for a delicious two course meal. Drinks are at bar prices. Call 0457-315 900 to book.
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Rob hangs up the tools STEPHANIE NAYLOR
OCEAN GROVE’S Rob Allen is hanging up his tool belt after 37 years. Having trained and mentored more than 25 local apprentices and built more than 3000 kitchens, Rob and his wife Liane have decided to retire. With the Allen’s having started Complete Joinery in Ocean Grove’s industrial estate from scratch in 1977, the business has been well known to locals for nearly four decades. “As you can imagine, I have a strong emotional tie with the business, but I’m happy to be handing over the reins to one of my employees, Matt,” Rob told the Voice. Selling the business to a valued and current employee like Matthew
White was important to the Allen’s. It was also important to him that the current Ocean Grove staff remain in the business. “We have enjoyed and appreciated the support of many local builders, most who have worked with us for many years. I believe the quality of building trades available in Ocean Grove and the wider Peninsula is second to none,” Rob explained. Rob and Liane are looking forward to doing some travelling as well as spending time with their family which includes nine grandchildren. “I know Matthew and the staff will strive to continue the high standards for the next 37 years, that have been a cornerstone of the business for so long,” Rob said.
Rebecca Lethbridge of Ivy Creations and Elicia Crook of Bellarine Remedial Massage.
OCEAN Grove and Bellarine businesses were well represented among the cream of the region’s best firms. Bellarine Veterinary Practice scored the highest accolade taking out the Chris Mackay Large Business Award. But not to be outdone, locals Ocean Grove Remedial Massage, Bellarine Furniture, Bellarine Business Women and Ivy Creations all earned shortlisting placing after impressing the judges in the Geelong Business Excellence Awards at The Pier on Thursday night. The event, which is now run by Geelong Chamber of Commerce was a sold out 500 head event. The overall winner was Boundary Bend olive company based in Lara.
FINISHING UP: Rob Allen will be handing over the reigns of Complete Joinery to the capable hands of and Matthew White.
Grovers in frame at business awards AWARDS: The gang from Bellarine Furniture (pictured left) and Bellarine Veterinary Practice (pictured below) featured highly at the Geelong Business Excellence Awards.
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ACCOMMODATION
Barwon Grove Holiday Rentals Bellarine Getaways Portarlington Beach Motel
0412 102145 5255 3130 5259 3801
ACCOUNTING SERVICES Lighthouse Business Services Ocean Grove Accounting Podium Cloud Solutions
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Roche Accounting
AGED CARE
Seaviews Manor
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Bellarine Academy of Dance
0418 404543
ARCHITECTS
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ART CLASSES & GALLERIES
art’s Kool - kids & teens art classes 0437 582772
AUDIO EQUIPMENT, HIRE, REPAIRS 5256 3732
AUTOMOTIVE
Hire for Baby Sandi’s Spot
BEAUTY SALONS
Mermaids Unisex Beauty Salon 5255 5844 Salon Grove 0408 172062 The Smooth Spot 0431 196007 0438 442519 0418 578934
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BUILDING DESIGNERS Michael Higgins Building Design
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0414 408528
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CARPET CLEANING/REPAIRS Kim Brasier’s Carpet Services
0418 376820
CELEBRANTS
Christine Middleton 0419 526 550 Leslie Ridgeway www.lesliecelebrant.com.au Pauline Skeen 0411 286698
CHIMNEY SWEEPS CLEANING SERVICES Mazza’s Way-to-Clean
0426 897479
Coastal Dentures Dr Alastair McCallum - dentist
DISABILITY EQUIPMENT Geelong Wheelchairs Scoot Mobility Scooters
DRESSMAKING Alterations and Repairs
DRIVING LESSONS Dalmatian Driving School
5256 2050
HAIR DRESSERS
Ivy Hair Creations Hair on Harbour 5258 4764 Kalo Hair Beauty 5255 4443 Melish Hair 5255 2639 Salon Utopia 5256 2282 Snip Curl Hairdressing 0457 788074
HEALTH & FITNESS CLUBS Hard Yards Fitness Jikishin Ju-jitsu Ocean Grove Jumpt Personal Training Ocean View Health Club
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A Touch of Class Remedial Massage 5255 5137 Bellarine Allied Health Group 5256 3642 Bellarine Massage - holistic 0402 655324 5256 2019 Bellarine Podiatry Bellarine Remedial & Sports Massage 0417 331694 Epic Health Medical Clinic 5256 2500 The Parade Physiotherapy 5255 5755 Liquid Gold Therapies Day/Night Spa 0434 088404
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John Ryan Earthworks
0409 553022
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HOBBIES & CRAFTS
Brendon Brice Electrical
0416 165855 Stitchery Blue 5255 1177 Craig Stevens Electrical Contractor 0412 518400 MA Electrical Solutions 0477 159 191 INTERIOR DESIGNERS 0425 710784 Modern Spark 0419 888277 Pip Design (5254 2105) Oaten Electrical 0402 637781 JEWELLERS Invent Design Laker Engineering Ocean Grove Engineering
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ENGRAVING
Ian Pattison Jewellers
5255 2019
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5255 3030
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Cleo Fine Jewellery Ian Pattison Jewellers
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Drysdale & Dist Accident Towing
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Barn owl encounter 40 years is a long time to wait
THE past few weeks have been wet and very cold, which is great weather for ducks, and not such great weather for taking photos. This weather is perfect for standing at Point Lonsdale Lighthouse and looking out to sea in the hope of seeing an albatross or two or three. A whale floating by would be an added bonus. Speaking of ducks, apparently there have been around 70 freckled ducks at Blue Waters Lake, Ocean Grove this week, according to a report on Birdline Victoria. I've never seen one freckled duck at Blue Waters lake, let alone 70, so I must wander down there to take a look, if it ever stops raining. I finally had a chance to wander around the Ocean Grove Nature Reserve last weekend. I saw several golden whistlers, flame robins, eastern yellow robins and two wedge-tailed eagles. There were birds feasting on the olives on the many olive trees along the north track.
The highlight of my fortnight was one of the highlights of the century. I was about to slumber one night when I noticed on the wonderful world of Facebook that Lachlan Manley (bird photographer extraordinaire) had seen a barn owl at Queenscliff. The last time I saw a Barn Owl in the wild, I was around 10 years old, walking through a park in suburban Burwood in Melbourne. I remember looking up into one of the pine trees in the park and looking down at me was a beautiful barn owl. I remember just staring in awe at the owl and I think from that moment on I just looked into every tree expecting to see a barn owl looking back at me (and I think I developed an instant love for feathered creatures at that moment). Forty years later and despite looking at countless trees with hope and expectation I had never seen another owl and I was about to give up hope of encountering one.
The sleepy barn owl at Queenscliff
Golden whistler
Lachlan gave me very good directions and off I drove in the middle of the night, thinking that I was setting of on a wild goose (owl) chase. However
I was in luck, and just where Lachlan described the owl to be, I saw it. I did more than saw it, I had a very pleasant conversation with the
owl telling it that I was ever so grateful to make its acquaintance. Lachlan had been worried that the barn owl had been injured on the road as it seemed very sleepy and quiet, but it looked quite bright and responsive, so hopefully it was well. Maybe it was just cold as it was a chilly night. If you are interested in any activities of the Birdlife Bellarine Group you can check out the calendar of events at www.birdlife.org. au/locations/birdlife bellarine-peninsula. Cheers and happy birdwatching. Jen Carr
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Shopping up a storm CHRISTMAS is coming in September. The Bellarine Peninsula Basketball Association is giving Ocean Grovers the opportunity to get their Christmas shopping done early. The Bellarine Storm’s social committee is holding a shopping trip to help raise funds for the rapidly growing club. “The trip is set to be held on Saturday September 20 and we are inviting everyone to come along. Players, friends, family and the community,” Sandra Newton explained. Funds raised from the shopping trip go to the club's presentation night, social events for the teams such as a jumper presentation at Adventure Park and supplying each player with a team
Local club raising funds
The Bellarine Storm basketball team with Geelong Supercats star Anthony White Jnr, better known as the A-Train.
photograph. “Our association currently receives minimal funding and relies on volunteers to provide our local basketball community
with just the basics,” Sandra told the Voice. "I like the team environment of basketball and along with my team mates, enjoy the
physical challenge of representing Storm and playing against other teams from clubs all over Victoria,” local player Noa Boyd told the Voice.
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“The local community getting involved and helping with fundraising means every child can have the opportunity that kids like Noa has to enjoy being involved in a team orientated sport on a domestic or representative level,” Sandra said. Bellarine Penninsula Basketball Association is operating at an all time high with more than 1700 members playing in domestic and representative teams. For more information about the shopping trip, contact Sandra on 0413-038 080 or Janelle on 0409-428 142. For more information about the Bellarine Storm Basketball Club, phone 5253 3377 or email admin@bpba. org.au.
LOCAL anglers are well rugged up for the recent cold snap thanks to a grant from the Ocean Grove Connected Communities Fund. Members of the Ocean Grove Angling Club were presented with new winter jackets at the end of a Barwon River and offshore competition earlier this month. The anglers expressed their gratitude for the jackets which will keep them warm on their early morning trips. ANGLERS: Frank Castellan and Wayne Henriksen stay warm in their new winter jackets.
Less stress leads to happiness EVERYONE’S got to stress less. Ocean Grovers can do just this at the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre on Friday July 25. The a National Stress Down Day event will include a day of fun and easy initiatives to reduce stress and raise awareness for Lifeline. Activities include a local comedian, relaxation, meditation, yoga, a nature walk around Ocean Grove, massages, craft workshops and more. The day, which will run between 9am and 4pm, will be completely free for the community to access, including a free catered lunch for all participants. Bookings are essential for activities – contact the Neighbourhood Centre on 5255 4294.
DE-STRESS: OGNC community members are looking forward to stressing less.
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Waves do it easily in bridge battle SOCCER
Division 2 Surfside Waves 4 vs Barwon Heads 0 After a 9-0 demolition of Breakwater in the previous round, the Waves went in to their Friday night clash with Barwon Heads full of confidence and looking to do the double in the Battle of the Bridge for the 2014 season. The squad was bolstered by the return of goalkeeper Roscoe Holmes from an ankle injury, and also by the signing of former player Jack Pedler who has returned to the club after playing in the state league with Corio. In wet conditions, the Waves were frustrated by a resilient Barwon Heads squad and went in to the break locked at 0-0. A slight change in formation by coach Luis McClelland saw the Waves attack in numbers in the second half, and they soon took advantage thanks to a goal directly from a corner by veteran Nick Hargreaves. This took the pressure off Surfside and allowed them to use their neat passing game to open up the Barwon Heads defence, and it was not long before the lead became 2-0 thanks to a brilliant effort by Cha Ozay. The Waves continued to press for more goals, and the game finished 4-0 in their favour with Bugba Ketchen smashing home the third and Ozay netting a brace. Division 3 Surfside Waves 1 vs Lara 2 This week the Div 3s were blessed with a near full squad of players to choose from for the trip out to Lara. The Waves had the wind in their favour from the kick off, but it was Lara who started the livelier of the two sides and on six minutes pounced on a failed attempt to clear the ball in the goal mouth. Going down to an early goal has been somewhat of a trait this season and can often dampen the team spirit. To their credit the young Waves outfit lifted and took the game to Lara by closing down the space around midfield and forcing their opponents into conceding possession and territory. ‘Beany’ McInnes
Under 14 Surfside Waves vs Kardinia was once again causing the Lara defenders all manner of problems with his excellent holding roll and having worked hard to create some space in the Lara penalty box, unleashed a shot past the prone ‘keeper and levelled the scores. The second half saw some changes as, firstly, Isaiah Mujica, who had worked tirelessly in midfield alongside Andy Black, tackling and winning possession back, unable to continue. Pablo Mujica who had picked up a knock in the later part of the first half could not run it off forcing a reshuffle of the defence. The Waves began to grow in confidence and started to dominate looking for a potential winning goal. With 20 minutes left Lara made a substitution that ultimately won them the game. The Lara No 5, who arrived after half time, displayed exceptional skills rarely on show in the Div 3 comp and clearly was a massive threat. As the final whistle got closer the pressure was mounting, successive Lara corners created panic in the Waves defence. The winner courtesy of another corner drifted in to the Lara sub who headed past Jacob from close range to win the game with 90 seconds left. It was a cruel blow. The Waves had worked hard all day, had held the balance of possession, been the more constructive in attack but unfortunately not clinical where it counted. Player of the match was Julian Powell. Under 15 Boys Surfside Waves 4 vs Elcho Park Cardinals 3 Another exciting game from the
very beginning until the end. Waves started with Fraser Swan in goal and in the first minute of play Waves won a corner kick which was partially cleared from Elcho Park's area, Noah Mujica's shot was handled by one of their defenders inside the area and the referee awarded the penalty which was taken by Adrian Vodopic who shot low and well. In the 14th minute Adrian Vodopic gained control of the ball and overran a couple of Elcho Park's midfielders and when he approached the penalty area, he blasted a thunderous shot at the goalkeeper who made a great effort to save it. In the 23rd minute Waves were awarded a free kick from around 25m from goal. Noah Mujica's powerful shot beat the goalie again and converted in our third goal. In the dying seconds of extra time in the first half a rare attack of Elcho Park opponents reduced the advantage to two goals. The second half saw a more committed Elcho Park and in the 44th minute, it scored a second goal. Soon after Will Perkins found space in the area and gained control of the ball against two towering defenders and his shot found the net. Elcho Park reduced the Waves' advantage to just one goal in the 62nd minute but it ended at 4-3. Under 13 Surfside Waves 1 vs Geelong Rangers 3 The Waves travelled to Myers Reserve to meet Geelong Rangers. With the Waves sitting 5th and pushing for a place in
One-all draw for Bears BASEBALL WITH the finals almost in sight, week 12 of the Geelong Baseball Association winter season sees things starting to hot up. Braving wintery conditions, the week 12 assignments for all three of Wallington’s Bellarine Bears sides was a road trip to Bacchus Marsh. For the Bellarine Bears A grade side on the Saturday, an intense contest saw a 1-1 draw at the end of nine innings. Simon Murry
was given starting pitcher duties for what turned out to be the throwing of an outstanding complete game. Murry went the whole nine innings with six strike outs, with the only run scored by the opposition being unearned. Two hits to Wayne Visser (1 RBI), with one hit apiece to Brad McKentish and Josh Crotty were highlights for the Bears offence in the pitcher-dominated game. In the curtain-raiser game, the A Reserve
Bellarine Bears had a day out, coming away with a 21-1 win. With the bat Alex Hockey starred with four hits, backed up with two hits each to Kane Costello and Graham Rowe, with all players in the lineup hitting the ball well. Going the complete game, pitcher Brad Hockey put in a strong performance, backed up by some miserly Bears team defence. On Sunday July 13, the Bellarine Bears B Reserve side were jumped early, going
down 4-9. Leading the hitting for the Bears was Lachlan Stott with three hits and Mark Freijah with two hits (one double). Continuing the theme of Bear’s pitchers throwing complete games, Danny Nichols was able to steady after a tough first innings to pitch out the whole game. Interested in finding out more about the Bellarine Bears Baseball Club? Pay them a visit online at www. bellarinebears.org.au.
Under 13 Surfside Waves vs Bell Park. Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY the top four, this was going to be a challenge against 3rd placed Rangers. In the end Rangers proved too strong to run out 3-1 winners. Josh Kuipers (under 11) netting the goal for the Waves. Under 11 Boys Surfside Waves Blue vs Barwon Heads The sun came out for the first time in a long time for the traditional clash between Surfside Waves Blue and Barwon Heads (Battle of the Bridge). The Waves started a bit sluggishly, maybe due to Alex, Bob, Josh and Will already playing an under 12s game. The Headers started strong but Will, Alex and Haydn were well organised at the back. Barwon Heads then gained three corners in a row, the first two dealt with well by Alex and third well saved by Sam, who was playing a great game in goal. The Waves went on the attack through Ciera, Bob and
Josh and were unlucky not to score after a nice Josh effort was well saved by their keeper. The orange then ran the ball up well to open the scoring. Elias and Rory were combining well on the left, and a nice move saw a shot from Bob just go wide of the right hand upright. Barwon Heads then went on the attack and threatened to score again, however Sam was having none of that, producing some quality saves, keeping us in the game. Another move involving Ciera and Bob saw Josh scored a great goal for the Waves. Josh then had another chance with a very skilful header just going over the crossbar. The second half was proving to be a very physical encounter with both sides very competitive. The Heads were peppering the goals early; Alex was up to the challenge with some superb saves, ably assisted by Elias and Haydn in defence. Eventually Josh decided he wasn't leaving without his hat-trick and
slotted another goal. Under 14 Girls Surfside Waves 1 vs Bell Park Blue 2 Another impressive performance from the girls saw them pretty much dominate the game only to see the points snatched away. Bell Park virtually only having the two shots on goal while the Waves attacked relentlessly but couldn't capitalise. 0-0 at half time, Bell Park went ahead in the 41st minute as the Waves pushed forward and were caught out by a long clearance allowing the Bell Park forward to shoot past the advancing goalie. Maeve Dungey levelled the score in the 51st minute with a cracking shot following a good solo run. The Waves excitement was short lived as Bell Park re-took the lead virtually straight from the kick off. Despite constant pressure on the Bell Park goal the Waves couldn't manage an equaliser. Under 9 White Surfside vs Drysdale FC Sunshine and tough competition from Drysdale greeted the Whites and the boys played a great defensive game, making some excellent tackles and great saves in the goals. Monty and Jayden were fierce in attack, and were well supported by Fletcher, Max, Nicholas and Cathal. Sam and Michael combined well in defence to make scoring challenging for Drysdale.
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Club Grove's bountiful recruiting spree pays off 12 new faces to bolster playing roster
LOOKING to improve on a couple of near misses last season, Club Grove will be strengthened in all divisions across the board by the introduction of a dozen new players. Former Victorian under 25 representative and dual region Champion of Champions, Ryan Tainton, headlines the list and joins Ocean Grove from Bareena along with clubmate and current Geelong representative Nick Doyle. Promising husband and wife duo from Inverleigh, Shaun and Lorraine Myers are keen to take the next step in their bowls career and have joined to give themselves every opportunity to compete
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at a higher level. Former Australian champion David Donaldson returns to don the Ocean Grove shirt after another stint in Metropolitan Pennant with Essendon and will add experience and depth to the club. Michael Tull joins partner in crime Joan Tennent in the Grove colors and will prove to be a very handy inclusion as will Matt
Brewer who will make his way to Grove from Camperdown. Peter Townsend has made the short trip across from Clifton Springs to also have a crack in the Grove outf it. Lorraine Oliver brings some experience to the Grove from Hurstbridge in Melbourne following a move to the Bellarine and will add some depth to the midweek teams. The above mentioned players are all established players and will be joined with new bowlers Lorraine Smith, George Coleman and Gordon Brown who are new to the game and will forge their bowls career with Ocean Grove.
Lorraine Myers and husband Shaun will join Ocean Grove this season.
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Tom Soutar shows his style with a double-handed backhand. All pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY
Emily Kehagias won her singles match on Saturday. Tom Soutar
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Jack James won his set.
Finals time closer THE winter tennis season is half way through with f inals commencing in four weeks time. Ocean Grove Tennis Club has f ive teams in the top four, one of those on top of the ladder for most of the season. There is still a chance for teams to make f inals over the next few weeks with the f irst round semi-f inals being played on August 16. It is time for all members, senior and junior, to think about signing up for summer competition. Always the club's busiest season, summer is a fabulous time of year to play tennis. Many juniors who have played other sports during winter, come back to play and the club always welcome new families of all abilities. Come to the club Saturday morning before 11am to enquire about joining. Here are some important dates to consider. July 26 – OGTC team uniform hoodies are available to order. August – beginning phase of membership renewal and summer team sign up begins for seniors and juniors August 16 and 23 – semif inals commence for eight, and six team sections respectively. August 30 – grand f inals and junior club presentation
at clubhouse. Here are the results for Saturday July 12. Section 3 Mixed played at Leopold and won 2,24 – 4,27. Emily Kehagias and Sabastian Bouma won their singles and then paired up to win their doubles as well. They are now second on the ladder. Section 4 Boys hosted Grovedale Black and lost 0,4 - 6,36. This was a very tough match, playing the second best side in this section. The boys are currently eighth on the ladder. Section 5 Girls Red hosted Waurn Ponds and won 6,36 -0,6. Liz Lowe, Brooke Vigilante, Jade Murphy and Mia Holliday all played very well. They are now third on the ladder. Section 5 Girls White travelled to play All Saints Anglican and lost 5,35 -1,17. Jaweria Shah and Emma Riley fought hard to win their doubles against this strong side. They are now f ifth on the ladder. Section 7 Boys played at Wandana Heights with a missing player, and lost 6,36 -0,7. This side is now sixth on the ladder. Section 9 Boys travelled to Geelong East Uniting and lost 1,17 -5,32. Sonny Levison won his singles. They are eighth on the ladder. Section 12 Girls hosted
Moolap and lost 2,21 – 4, 31. Sophie Beale won her singles and then her doubles with Alice Crawford. This team is now fourth on the ladder. Section 13 Boys played at Wandana Heights and won 6,36 – 0,6. Thomas Grundell, Jack James, Liam Mullen and Harry Mullen all won their sets to keep this team top of the ladder. Section 15 Boys hosted Lethbridge and won 4,29 2,16. Daniel Townsend and Drew Honey won both their singes and doubles. This team is now second on the ladder. Section 16 Girls travelled to Geelong Lawn and lost 4,29 – 2,22. Kiana Harrison Roberts won all of her sets, teaming with Ruby Fry in the doubles. They are currently sixth on the ladder. In the seniors Section 4 – 6th on the ladder Section 5 – 8th on the ladder Section 6 – top of the ladder Section 7 – 2nd on the ladder Section 9 – 6th on the ladder Section 11 – 6th on the ladder Results compiled by Jen Franks. Go to ‘David Franks Tennis Coaching’ facebook page for results, tips and more information.
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Young Grubbers learning in top under 18 competition OCEAN Grove Football Club under 18(1) coach Shane Bailey spoke to the Voice about the progress of his side so far in 2014. With five rounds remaining in the Colts Division 1 Gordon Cup, the elite under 18 Grubbers need to make up some ground and win a large bulk of games in the run home to have any chance of playing finals. WHAT HAS WORKED FOR THE GRUBBERS IN SEASON 2014? “It has been a tough year for the boys initially for the first division. We have got a lot of first year players and it has been great to watch them develop and play in a high standard league and against some really challenging teams and
some good players." “As a team we have had some really tough weeks, but we have had some enjoyable weeks, even some of them have been losses. We have improved in accountability, aggression at the
W H A T IMPROVEMENTS ARE NEEDED FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE SEASON? “We still need to improve on our skill level if we are going to compete against the top sides and
OCEAN GROVE UNDER 18(1) RUN HOME FOR 2014
Round 10 vs St Mary’s(1) (away) – July 26 Round 11 vs Leopold(1) (home) – August 2 Round 12 vs St Albans (home) – August 9 Round 13 vs St Joseph’s(1) (home) – August 16 Round 14 vs Leopold (away) – August 23 opposition, and some of the team structures we are trying to introduce.” “As far as the 'ones' side, we have a lot of first year players up from the under 16s that have been a big part of our side this year.”
at times that has let us down a little bit. With that improvement will come better results win loss ratio wise.” “The good sides really hurt us when you make mistakes and we have learnt that the hard way
this year. We have got to be careful with our skills on the day.” “It has been a challenging year. No matter what has happened so far, we have five games to go and we are going to treat that as a mini-season and we want to finish off the year strongly and improve in some of those areas with our skill level and team structures.” “If we can really go hard for the next (five) weeks it does not really matter where we finish on the ladder as long as we are positive and take some good form into next year.” “The next five games will define our whole year and it will finish the year off with some vision for future improvement.”
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Success for Colts 'A team'
Ned Thorley in action. The tall foward kicked three goals. Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY
Colts (1) Round 9 v Bell Park Ocean Grove 11.11.77 defeated Bell Park 4.2.25 The Colts As came away with a well deserved, overdue win against Bell Park on the weekend. The game started well for Ocean Grove and it dominated general play in the f irst half with a determined commitment all over the ground. However, the endeavour didn’t count for much in front of goal where they squandered a few opportunities which left the gate open for Bell Park. The forward line was being well served by the midf ield led by the class of Che Durran and Christian West. The Grubbers had dominant focal points up forward in Matt Caldow and Taylor Dow who were
Torquay too good in quality match Colts (2) Round 9 v Torquay Torquay 14.6.90 defeated Ocean Grove 10.5.65 The Colts second side put in a spirited performance against top-of-the- ladder Torquay and were on track for the upset of the season until a 10-minute lapse late in the third quarter. The Grubbers flew out of the blocks and had two goals on the board before Torquay knew the game had started. One of the
goals was courtesy of a Ned Thorley gather and snap from 30 metres on his nonpreferred in true rover style – not bad for a 193cm lad. He added another 'kick off the ground' goal to his tally before the quarter was out and Ocean Grove was well in the game. Torquay answered the Ocean Grove challenge and started to get on top during the second quarter. However Dan McManus and Will Gant stood firm and
were getting plenty of the Sherrin around the middle of the ground. Their efforts provided the forward line with scoring opportunities and goals to Dyl Whitley and Sam Sutcliffe ensured that the Grubbers were still in touch at the main break. The battle continued at the resumption of play but Ocean Grove had trouble getting on the board. Harry Main was doing his level best to lift his side with a mix
of courage, run and old fashioned grunt. His play typified his team’s endeavour for 90% of the game – but it was the other 10% that proved costly. The Grubbers switched off for the final 10 minutes of the third quarter and Torquay took full advantage by banging on five goals and the game was effectively out of reach. Despite the scoreboard, the Grubbers continued to battle hard and ran the
game out. The efforts of Adam Milich in defence and James Peers around the flanks helped their team win the final quarter in what was a pleasing display against an opposition who has only lost one game for the year. Goals: Thorley 3, Peers 2, Sutcliffe 2, Jackson 1, Whitley 1, Holland Best: H. Main, D. McManus, W. Gant, J. Peers, A. Milich, N. Holland
contesting everything in the air. When they didn’t mark it, the ball came to ground and gave the smaller forwards a chance. Caldow’s versatility allowed him to have telling stints on the ball and in the backline and he battled the underrated Gerrard Hurley for BOG honours. Hurley too seemed to be all over the ground. He threw himself at every contest, ran and carried the ball and showed his class with a brace of clever goals. Bell Park came out after half time with renewed vigour and threw everything at the Grubbers in the f irst 10 minutes in an effort to get back into the game. To their credit, the Grubbers withstood the challenge, steadied themselves and responded late in
the quarter with three goals. Ben Potter and Nat Gravener led the pack in this period when they put their heads over the ball, tackled with meaning and did the grunt work in the packs that was suddenly missing from the Grubbers’ game. By the start of the last quarter, Bell Park had run its race and Ocean Grove f inished the game off well. New boys Isaac Wilkins and Mark Benness had good patches during the game while Alec Shiels gave his usual 100%. Overall, a good team effort won the day. Goals: Caldow 3, Hurley 2, Wilkins, Dow, Durran, Hoober, Gravener, Pfeiffer Best: G. Hurley, B. Potter, M. Caldow, C. Durran, T. Dow, I. Wilkins
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Grubbers prevail in reserves encounter Ocean Grove 13.10.88 def Barwon Heads 9.6.60 Ocean Grove won the reserves match against Barwon Heads. All pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY
FIVE goals from Grubber big man Harrison Foott guided Ocean Grove to a 28-point win in its BFL reserves match against Barwon Heads on Saturday. Along with Foott, veterans Matt McCartney and Wayde Piec booted three goals, while Matt Hinkley kicked two goals. The win virtually secured a f inals place for the fourth-placed Ocean Grove, which now has a 9-5 record in 2014. The Grubber reserve grade has a two-game
buffer on its nearest rival and f ifth-placed Anglesea, which sits at a 7-7 record this season. Ocean Grove has won four out of its last f ive matches. Michael Boothey booted six goals for Barwon Heads. The Seagulls are in seventh position on the ladder with a 5-9 record after 14 rounds and the loss made it diff icult for the crossriver rivals to stay in the race for a f inals appearance.
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Teens win day with netball star TWO under 15 Ocean Grove players, Emily Moroney and Michaela Giblin, were the lucky recipients of the 2014 Read the Play Elite Experience recently. The pair got to enjoy a training session with Melbourne Vixens star Tegan Caldwell, who started her career in Anglesea. Emily said: “the Read the Play Elite Experience was a great opportunity to be a part of, and it involved a short training session with Tegan Caldwell, followed by a brief discussion about her recent success and her ongoing training program for the upcoming Commonwealth Games. They also had guest speakers, one being the assistant coach of Geelong Football Club, Paul Hood, who spoke about
the importance of staying connected to your local club and making good use of your mentors and one day becoming a mentor for others.� Kardinia teams July 11 13U-3 (coach Paige Woolhouse) Ocean Grove 14 vs St Mary's 14 Best: L. Buttler, K. Fausett, H. Steele 13U-4 (coach Jesse Sutton) Ocean Grove 5 vs Queenscliff 18 Best: M. Gannon, T. McVilly, S. Finch 13U-5 (coach Maddie Moroney) Ocean Grove 3 vs Bannockburn 13 Best: C. Harris, J. Hay, L. Foster 15U-3 Ocean Grove 28 vs St Josephs 15 Best: T. Stapleton, M. Wilkins, M. Winter 15U-4 (coach Jordan Walter) Ocean Grove 14 vs Leopold 7 Best: H. Grasso, O. Hart, M. Walters
Emily Moroney (left) and Michaela Giblin (right) with Tegan Caldwell.
Ocean Grove teams battled it out at Kardinia Park last Friday night. From top left is the under 13 (5) team, under 15 (4), under 13 (3) and the under 13 (4).
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Young stars shine THREE young Ocean Grove netballers were presented with awards recently. Taya Payne won the Geelong Flyers 17Us Division 2 best and fairest. Bridey McElligott came runner-up in the best and fairest award for Division 2. Claudia Britt won the Division 3 coaches award. STARS: Taya Payne, Claudia Britt and Bridey McElligott take a break while playing for Ocean Grove on Saturday. All pictures this page: LINDSAY KELLEY
Bridge win for Grove
A grade
B grade
C grade
OCEAN Grove has taken out the second Battle of the Bridge for 2014. The A grade win was set up in the 2nd and 3rd quarters with the girls making the most of their opportunities. Next week's match against top of the ladder Geelong Amateurs will be one not to be missed. A grade – Ocean Grove 59 vs Barwon Heads 35 Best: C. Parker, K. Ollis, A. Lee A grade took it right up to the Heads with talented goaler Alex Lee scoring 49 goals. Defenders Candice Parker and Kelsey Ollis combined well to limit the Heads' scoring ability B grade – Ocean Grove 35 vs Barwon Heads 32 Best: V. Rischitelli, T. Birch, C. Barrand B grade game was another close one for the girls with Vanessa Rischitelli and Clare Barrand working their magic down the defence end and Tina Birch in her comeback game on fire in the goals. C grade – Ocean Grove 22 vs Barwon Heads 21 Best: Kylie Collett, Sarah Degenaro, Eden Bolton After a good start, C grade let the Heads back into the match in the third to have the game in the balance in the dying minutes,
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but Grove claimed the nailbiter by a goal. D grade – Ocean Grove 13 vs Barwon Heads 33 Best: K. Ferrier, E. Moran, K. Burden D girls couldn't get their run on and struggled to score despite best efforts from Kirrilly Burden. The defence end of Kylie Ferrier and Emma Moran were working overtime against the Heads' scoring lineup. 13U-1 – Ocean Grove 17 vs Barwon Heads 11 Best: G. Bell, N. Page, E. Campbell 13U-2 – Ocean Grove 24 vs Barwon Heads 12 Best: J. Smith, M. New, G. Lombardo 15U-1 – Ocean Grove 36 vs Barwon Heads 11 Best: I. Jones, C. Britt, T. Payne 15U-2 – Ocean Grove 46 vs Barwon Heads 6 Best: E. Bambrook, P. Drinkwater, A. Duhamel 17U-1 – Ocean Grove 27 vs Barwon Heads 25 Best: M. Goodger, C. Praud, M. Badrock 17U-2 – Ocean Grove 38 vs Barwon Heads 16 Best: J. Fendyk, E. Prendergast, O. Duhamel 19U – Ocean Grove 33 vs Barwon Heads 15 Best: K. Boswell, M. Babb, B. Walter
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Grubbers want double chance
OCEAN Grove remains on track for a top-three finish in 2014 and the right to secure the prized double chance heading into BFL finals. The Grubbers’ round 15 game against BFL ladder leader Geelong Amateur on Saturday July 26 and their round 16 clash against reigning premier Queenscliff on Saturday August 2 could well define their aspirations to hold onto a top three position. Ocean Grove faces a competitive end to the home and away season with games against Anglesea and and Modewarre in round 17 and round 18 respectively. The Grubbers will need to win at least three of their last four games to ensure they grab a top three spot. A qualifying final match-up against coastal rivals Torquay in the first week of BFL finals looms likely for Ocean Grove on Saturday August 23. WHAT HAS WORKED WELL FOR THE GRUBBERS IN 2014? The Grubbers have had some outstanding contributors in 2014. Voice reporter Mark Heenan takes a look at those players that have helped Ocean Grove’s meteoric rise up the ladder this
season. DEFENCE Kaiden Long – one of the most improved players in 2014. In the absence of veteran Mark Laidler, who has either been unavailable through injury and or gone forward in games, Long has stood tall and can attract the opposition’s number one defender. Will gain more valuable experience in this year’s BFL finals. MIDFIELD Andy Higgins – the young midfielder who has returned to the Grubbers this season after his stint with the South Barwon in the GFL, has been in standout. Will feature highly in this year’s Grubbers’ best and fairest. Has great foot skills on both sides of his body. ATTACK Travis Gavin – livewire small forward, but more recently has been struck with a series of knee and shoulder injuries. Ocean Grove Football Club’s leading goal kicker in 2014 after booting 37 goals in nine senior appearances. Along with the explosive exploits of small forward Daniel Freeman, Gavin will play a key role for the Grubbers heading into finals.
THE RUN HOME ROUND 15 - JULY 26
ROUND 17 - AUGUST 9
ROUND 16 - AUGUST 2
ROUND 18 - AUGUST 16
VS GEELONG AMATEUR (HOME) VS QUEENSCLIFF (AWAY)
VS ANGLESEA (HOME)
VS MODEWARRE (AWAY)
Grubbers' coach Shane Jack addresses his players at three-quarter time against Portarlington.
The coach's word Ocean Grove coach Shane Jack on his side's last four home and away games: “We have set ourselves up and it is in our own hands. We have had a really good start to the season and we’re confident with the way we can play our best footy that we’ll be right in the finals. We have to adjust wherever we play this year. We have been pretty good at home this year and we have also played some good games away, it is just another challenge when we away.”
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Bridge revenge MARK HEENAN
OCEAN Grove consolidated its top-three finals chances courtesy of a comprehensive 34-point win over neighbouring rivals Barwon Heads on Saturday. The Grubbers, who lost to Barwon Heads by 42 points in round six, turned the tables in the second Battle of the Bridge instalment of 2014 at Ocean Grove Memorial Recreation Reserve. The home side’s win, orchestrated by an exhilarating first term where Ocean Grove went on an eight-goal spree compared to the visitors’ one major and amassed a 45-point lead at quartertime. Geelong Falcons player
SCOREBOARD OCEAN GROVE 18.12.120 def BARWON HEADS 12.14.86
GOALS: B. Warren 5, M. Rooke 3, D. Freeman 2, S. Jack 2, D. Maloney, K. Williams, S. Britt, S. Rankin, R. O'Callaghan, A. Bottomley BEST: R. O'Callaghan, L. Rock, P. Maloney, J. McTaggart, B. Warren, M. Kellett Brayden Warren was the star for the Grubbers with four majors in the first term. Barwon Heads fought back in the second quarter and dominated the midfield and centre clearances and was down by one point at the main break. Barwon Heads sharpshooter Daniel Hovey, who booted seven
majors, proved a handful for the Grubber defence in the second term. Incredibly,by half time, 15 of the 16 goals were scored at the Draper Street end. Ocean Grove coach Shane Jack described his side’s first term as one of the best quarters he has seen in his time in charge at the Grubbers. “The way we moved
the footy and the way we finished at goal was really good and pleasing,” he said. Jack admitted though, that the Seagulls’ surge was hard to curtail in the second quarter as the Grubbers were kept goalless. “When they get a run on, they are pretty hard to stop. Their midfielders got on top of our midfielders,” he said. The third quarter saw the Grubbers dominate and went into the final break with a 41-point lead, thanks to some solid efforts from assistant coach Rowan O’Callaghan and James McTaggart in the midfield. Both teams played competitive fourth quarters, but in the end it was Ocean Grove which finished on top to reclaim ‘pispot’ trophy and Battle
of the Bridge bragging rights. The Grubbers had some key players missing including ruckman Tom Lundberg, Aaron O’Callaghan (knee) and Jack Rawlings (unavailable) who are all in line for a recall this Saturday against Geelong Amateur. MEANWHILE Barwon Heads coach Peter O’Connor conceded it will be tough to make the finals. Queenscliff has leapfrogged the Gulls, who are in sixth spot. "For us to make the finals now we have to beat Ammos (Geelong Amateur), that is what I said to the players after the game,” O’Connor said. “If we want to make the finals we have to win (our last) four games.”
Back to the future for heritage round IT was a case of back to the future for the Grubbers during their BFL heritage round clash against arch rivals Barwon Heads on Saturday. Ocean Grove replaced its traditional redand-white jumper and donned its original
purple-and-gold strip to commemorate when the club was first established in the early 1960s. Back then, the purpleand-gold colours were worn by Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads as the neighbouring towns first started as the one club.
By 1964, the Ocean Grove Football Club had then formed its own entity. The 2014 season marks 50 years of the Ocean Grove Football Club at senior level.
Max Rooke in the Grubbers' heritage guernsey.
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Ocean Grove gained revenge over its cross-river rivals Barwon Heads on Saturday. The Grubbers won back the Battle of the Bridge trophy after the Seagulls won the encounter earlier in the season. Full report, page 39. Picture: LINDSAY KELLEY
OCEAN Grove coach Shane Jack says his team is capable of winning a premiership in 2014 despite acknowledging Geelong Amateur as the clear BFL f lag favourites. Third-placed Ocean Grove, which defeated Barwon Heads on July 19 by 34 points, faces Geelong Amateur this Saturday at home in what looms as one of the matches of the season. The undefeated Amateur, which has a 14-0 record this year, is coming off a solid 47-point win over Drysdale at Queens Park on Saturday. Jack concedes anything is possible in f inals despite Amateur’s unblemished 2014 season. “I think we can (win a f lag) – anything can happen in f inals,” Jack told the Voice on Saturday. “The way we are playing our best footy, I think we can win a premiership.” “Obviously the Ammos no doubt are
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favourites and they are probably the best side in it, like on paper, but you have got to ‘gel’ as a team.” In round eight, Amateur overcame a spirited Ocean Grove by 27 points in their clash at Queens Park. The Grubbers, who have an 11-3 record, are behind second-placed Torquay (11-3) only on percentage. Jack said this week’s clash against Amateur will be another great test for his players. “It will be another good contest, they (Amateur) are a good side, they are playing well and they deserve to be premiership favourites,” Jack said. “I think they have got 14 or 15 ex-GFL players and I am talking captains and senior players at GFL level. “No doubt they (Amateur) are the best team – but when you get to f inals, who knows what happens.” The Grubbers match against Amateur starts at 2:10pm at Ocean Grove this Saturday.