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LOCAL parents are concerned to hear that primary school zoning may be coming into effect in Ocean Grove as early as 2016, and they don’t yet know about it. If implemented, this may leave families with no choice in where they send their children to school due to Ocean Grove Primary School being near full enrolment capacity. “Ocean Grove Primary School has raised issues with projected enrolment capacity. The Department is having discussions with relevant principals in the Ocean Grove area,” Department of Education and Early Childhood D e v e l o p m e n t spokesman Simon Craig told the Voice. With kinder enrolments already being promoted for 2015, parents are worried about whether they are making the right choices for their children’s future. Continued page 2.

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Preliminary model for club

A PRELIMINARY model of a new structure for the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club and the Dunes Cafe has been prepared. Barwon Coast recently funded the engagement with architects for a design that all parties agreed on. “The model has the same footprint of where the buildings stand now, it will just go slightly further to the south but stays within the general

area,” General Manager of Barwon Coast Bob Jordan explained. Still in early days, the next step will be working out the issue of funding before taking it further. “The current structure is over 20 years old and because of the surf club’s membership increasing and Ocean Grove growing, it was felt a new design should start to be implemented,” Bob Jordan added.

OCEAN GROVE Bakers Delight store raised $3528 for the Breast Cancer Network Australia throughout the Pink Bun Campaign which ended on May 15. Within the money raised, $453 was raised through worker Heather Tanis shaving her head. The Marketplace Bakers Delight raised $2500 for the campaign. The stores were amongst 600 bakeries that donated 100% of the sale of Pink Finger Buns and money collected in pink tins, nationally.

Nightbus service to end

FOOD: Will Swinton will join celebrity chefs in Geelong.

and contemporary Australian style of cooking. “It has been great to work for myself and have my food well received in Ocean

Grove,” Will added. Extravaganza Geelong will be held indoors at Deakin Waterfront Geelong on Sunday July 13. Tickets on sale at www.eatdrinkdiscover.

com.au. Visit www. ex travaganzageelong. com.au for event schedule and more information.

local parent Allason Lynch said. Last year, Ocean Grove Primary School had 515 students attend the school, with Surfside having nearly half with an enrolment number of 263. Being nearly at full capacity, siblings of students already at Ocean Grove Primary will be accepted, with any left over positions most likely only able to be accessed

by families closest to the school. “Surfside currently has two spare classrooms available. When the school was built 20 years ago it was to accommodate for 400 students. If we are your closest school you will have a guaranteed spot for your child. At the moment, even if we are not your closest school, we will still have places available,” Surfside

principal Mark Huglin said. “If we were talking five or six years away it would be a different story. We as parents need a bit of clarity. There’s no point in sending your child to kinder in Ocean Grove, for example if you live in Wallington, if they can’t follow on to primary school in the area because of zoning,” Allason Lynch added.

Parents' school concerns Continued from front page. “There needs to be clarification of this right away prior to our kids starting pre-school. Education for our kids starts then and I don’t want to see my kids disrupted when I have to move them because they aren’t able to go to the primary school that the majority of their classmates are attending,”

Pink Bun success

Lucky escape in car smash Architect David Reid's depiction of what Grubb Road might look like as a dual carriageway.

Will to join celebs

LOCAL Napona owner and chef Will Swinton will be joining celebrity cooking stars in the Kitchen Stage line up at Extravaganza Geelong, writes Stephanie Naylor. Josh and Danielle from My Kitchen Rules will be sharing their unique cooking approach and experiences from the top rating show along with the Ocean Grove chef and Leonie Mills from Jack & Jill, Jesse Hughes from Vue Grande and host Richard Cornish, a well known food writer. “I’m happy to see an event like this focusing on food in the region happen. It’s certainly a good opportunity to show what’s happening along the Bellarine,” Will said. Having been in kitchens for more than a decade, Will has lived in Ocean Grove for just over three years where he has been able to share his modern

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THE CENTRAL Geelong Nightbus, which services the Ocean Grove and Drysdale areas, will end this Saturday night after nine years of operation. The service is not continuing due to low numbers of patrons on a regular basis. City of Greater Geelong Manager of Events Steve Bentley said the Night bus passenger usage had decreased over the last two years due to an increase in popularity of Safe Taxi Rank use, with the wait time for a taxi also decreasing. “The Geelong Taxi Network have informed us they are looking at a Shared Ride Maxi Taxi system that will allow groups of people to travel together at a reduced price if they are going to a common destination,” Mr Bentley said.

Boulevard vision INCREASED traffic on Grubb Road should push forward its eventual duplication, according to the local community association. Plans to duplicate the lanes between the Bellarine Highway and Shell Road and Thacker Street have been in the offing for decades and yet the plan still lacks a definitive date. Ocean Grove Community Association will put it out to locals to find out whether they want to see the solution made an election issue in this year’s state poll. In fact the OGCA

believes the duplication is a good opportunity to develop and beautify the northerly entrance to the town. Local architect and OGCA member David Reid has produced concept drawings showing Grubb Road as a tree-divided boulevard with landscaped mounds breaking up the current flat aspect. OGCA vice-president Michael Harbour has poured a lot of time into traffic issues in the town. He said: “We are going to follow up further to see how it could be developed. “My understanding was that the duplication

would probably be 2020 but the (extra traffic from new estates) might bring forward the duplication of Grubb Road. “It may be something we will put on the agenda for the state elections.” Despite this, VicRoads remain non-committal. VicRoads' Regional Director William Tieppo said: “At this stage there are no proposals to widen Grubb Road at Ocean Grove. VicRoads does recognise that Grubb Road, between Ocean Grove and the Bellarine Highway may need to be duplicated at some time in the future and

has therefore set land aside for this purpose, protecting it from development. “Any proposals for road improvement projects are dependent on traffic growth and are considered and evaluated on a statewide basis. The upgrade of Grubb Road will be considered in this context.” He said that traffic volumes based on a sevenday average in 2012 showed that 12,000 vehicles use Grubb Road between Smithton Grove and the Bellarine Highway. However, Oakdene alone has been opened up since that time.

Mex morphs into Kingston STEPHANIE NAYLOR AFTER 28 years an Ocean Grove institution has well and truly come to an end. The Mex restaurant reopened on Friday night as The Kingston. “We needed to revitalise the whole building. We thought about keeping the name but felt it needed a change. It wasn’t an easy decision,” owner Alistair Drayton explained. The new business has been 18 months in the making, proudly taking ownership of the Kingston area in its new title. “We want this to be a hub for people to go to and relate to. Changes will include being open from 6.30am in the morning,

TWO men were lucky to walk away from a head on car collision along the narrows between Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads on Friday morning.The accident occurred 500m before the Barwon Heads Bridge just before 6am. Queenscliff police attended the scene. Wet and slippery conditions caused the delivery van, from Geelong, to break around a corner and cause a side impact into a Grovedale man's Ford sedan. One of the drivers was taken to hospital with a minor leg injury.

Boat flips in big waves

The boat being recovered off Ocean Grove. LOCAL surfers have lost about $8000 worth of camera equipment after their boat was swamped in the choppy Barwon River mouth. Elliot Gray and James Jacobi had been shooting surf photography out towards a big wave on the outer reef and were returning to the boat ramp when their glass bottomed boat was collected by a freak wave and hit a rock taking in water. Ocean Grove Coastguard was called out to the boat but the surfers had already managed to get to an area where they could safely stand up. Volunteers Neil Walker and Bruce Pollard were on the Coastguard boat that went out to them at 9am on Wednesday morning. Mr Walker said the operation proved a useful exercise in big surf and alerted them to the need to re-configure their own boat for future operations. The rescue crew also put to use some of the equipment recently purchased through an Ocean Grove Connected Communities grant.

CFA call outs CHANGE: manager Krystal Pigdon, head chef Adam Trethowan and co head chef Kyle King.

where people can come and get their morning coffee or read the paper, all the way through to lunchtime until late at night,” Alistair added.

And Ocean Grovers need not worry, The Kingston will still provide a Mexican fix. “We will have a variety of food as well as some

of the Mex favourites. Everyone is welcome to come along and try it out. There will even be room for people to bring their dogs,” Alistair explained.

OCEAN Grove Fire Brigade had six minor call outs over the past fortnight which included a gas leak in Ocean Grove. The Parade was blocked off on Wednesday after a builder ruptured a gas pipe whilst digging just after 2pm.

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Local tradies have skill Two local tradies have proved rather handy on the tools writes Stephanie Naylor. Anica Costa, from Clifton Springs, won Best Apprentice Cabinet Maker for Victoria this month. Kate Elstone, a secondyear apprentice from Drysdale, has won her way into the next round of the Australian World Skill competition in Perth later this year, representing the Geelong region. Both women currently work at Ocean Grove’s Fusion Cabinets. “Kate and I both love our jobs. It helps having a great boss who gave us both a chance to give what we love a go,” Anica explained. Anica was nominated for the award by her teacher at trade school from The

Gordon. Six months shy from completing her apprenticeship, winning Apprentice of the Year was a great surprise. “I’m really happy to have won the award. It was based on my final project for my apprenticeship. I made a kitchen, which I’m quite proud of,” Anica explained. The kitchen boasted 80ml black granite tops and stainless-steel wrapped doors, clearly impressing judges. Fellow tradie Kate was equally as surprised when she made it through the first round of the Australian World Skill competition. “It’s going to be interesting to see how I will cope with the pressure of the competition. I’m looking forward to

WINNER: Gabe McClelland with employer Duncan Pascoe in the background.

HARD WORK: Anica Costa and Kate Elstone.

going over to Perth and representing our region,” Kate explained. Kate will get 18 hours over three days to make a writing desk. “We are given a picture

and the person who recreates it the most precisely wins,” Kate said. Kate has also found success in starting her own Facebook page called ‘Understories - Handmade

Furniture and Homeware’ where she exhibits her passion for exploring the endless applications of wood as a product of beauty.

OCEAN Grove apprentice Gabe McClelland has been voted regional apprentice of the year at the MasterBuilders Association awards. The fourth year apprentice carpenter with Duncan Pascoe Builders won the western region award back in March and went up against the rest of the state earlier this month. Gabe, 22, was nominated through the Gordon TAFE, having been

nominated two years in a row. He was presented with the regional apprentice of the year award at the Pullman in Albert Park. Gabe said the variety of construction work at Duncan Pascoe made the apprenticeship all the more richer. “Duncan has a prestigious client base and a lot of the work is architectural,” said Gabe. “Every job is different, and we get to

work on the job from start to finish. “Since day one, Duncan and his family have been very welcoming to me. I could not have asked to have worked with a better bunch of blokes who are happy to give up their time to teach the best ways.” The former Bellarine Secondary student is also a water polo coach at Geelong College as well as playing for the Geelong side itself.

Apprentice of the year

Thousands handed out OCEAN Grove clubs, groups and schools were the winners in a recent grant presentation – to the tune of $19,900. The grants were made by Ocean Grove Connected Communities – formerly Ocean Grove Community Association – on Thursday night. Grants went to Bellarine Catchment Network ($1000), Bellarine Community Support Register ($1000), Bellarine Supported Living ($5500), Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre($1500), Ocean Grove Pigeon Club ($220), Ocean Grove Pre School ($500), Ocean Grove Business Association ($4080), Ocean Grove Football Netball Club ($3100), Our Lady Star of the Sea School ($500) and Ocean Grove Scout Group ($2500). The grants are made possible through a dividend earned with local individuals and businesses bank with the Bendigo or buy their telecommunications and data service from Geelong Community Telco, nominating Ocean Grove Connected Communities as the community benef iciary.

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Helen Butteriss of OGCC with Matt Crawley and John O'Reilly of Bellarine Landcare Network.

David Ellis of OGCC and Jan Bell of Ocean Grove Business Association.

Michael Vines of OGCC and John Andrews of Bellarine Community Support Register.

Michael Vines with Geoff Cunningham from Ocean Grove Football Netball Club.

David Osborne of OGCC with students from Our Lady Star of the Sea primary School.

Stephanie Asher of OGCC with Fiona Topolcsanyi of Ocean Grove Pre-School.

Budget includes Grove

SHELL Road Reserve, the Neighbourhood House and Carols in the Park have all been included in this year’s city budget. Cr Jan Farrell said it would be another big year for Beangala Ward, with funds committed to complete the implementation of the Shell Road Reserve Master Plan project. The $3 million in this year’s budget is for the provision of the pavilion and further car parking works, with a further $2.5 million committed in 201516. Cr Farrell said Council’s contribution to this year’s allocation is $1.25 million with $1.75 million being sourced from the Federal Government. “Another major budget item that will have profound effects for

the local community is funding for the upgrading of the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood House,” she said. “Council has allocated $500,000 in the 2014-15 budget and an application has been lodged under the state’s Putting Locals First program for a further $500,000 to provide two extra training/meeting rooms,” she said. Cr Farrell said $160,000 has been committed for major works on the underground filtration system at the Bellarine Aquatic Centre where damaged pipework is causing sand to find its way into the pools. “There is also a $10,000 budget allocation for the popular Carols in the Park event in Ocean Grove and

THE CITY of Greater Geelong 2014-2015 budget invests heavily in job creation projects, central Geelong and maintenance of community assets said City of Greater Geelong Mayor Cr Darryn Lyons. “This is a balanced budget that delivers on major priorities whilst maintaining service levels in all key areas of Council’s operation,” said the Mayor. “We delivered multi-

million allocations to areas such as central Geelong while keeping the rate rise to a lower than average 4.5 per cent in keeping with our forward planning. Finance portfolio holder Cr Stretch Kontelj said the City’s rating strategy positioned the City of Greater Geelong amongst the lowest rating regional councils statewide. “Council has delivered on its promise to maintain the

Carols in the Park has been included in this year's city budget. $12,000 to support the Women in Community youth programs and events, summer shuttle bus that Life and Youth said “I’m including ongoing support runs between Ocean Grove thrilled that there is a total for the GASP program and Barwon Heads.” budget allocation this year that works with same Cr Farrell, who holds of $1.2 million for our sex attracted and gender Council’s Portfolios Youth Development Unit questioning young people for Community Safety, to provide a wide variety of across the municipality.”

Geelong City budget in review residential rate increase at 4.5 per cent – this positions us as the lowest of the Geelong region councils and amongst the lowest of comparable cities in Victoria,” he said. “In formulating this budget we have been very deliberate about maintaining the residential rate increase at the lower end of the scale without sacrificing key community services or ignoring key

issues such as the need to revitalise central Geelong,” said Cr Kontelj. “One of the strategies has been to use the financial market to help fund long term projects – strategically it is a good time to borrow funds for capital projects given the current low interest rates and doing so ensures the cost of major projects is borne by ratepayers over the life of the project and not just at

the outset,” he said. “Council has planned to borrow $36 million this year and this amount is combined with deferred borrowings of $16.5 million from the previous financial year. "Borrowings fall well within prudential limits set by the Auditor General and overall the budget delivers a recurrent surplus,” said Cr Kontelj.

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Voice on holiday in Costa Rica A group of Ocean Grove women holidayed in the Central American country of Costa Rica recently. They introduced the Voice to the country's beach scene and Helen Jacob even found time to read a copy while lazing away in a hammock.

State view – Lisa Neville Police stations I RECENTLY visited the local police stations at Drysdale, Portarlington, Queenscliff and the Bellarine station at Ocean Grove with the Shadow Minister for Police and Emergency Services, Wade Noonan MP. The state opposition are very concerned about the current government’s winding back of police coverage across the Bellarine. Recent figures show an increase in crime and local communities rely on these small stations being staffed. We are committed to maintaining all four stations if elected in November, with Drysdale, Portarlington and Queenscliff operational 16 hours, and the Bellarine station in Ocean Grove operational 24 hours a day. The residents and visitors to our region deserve to feel safe and secure in the Bellarine, as they have in the past. Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre

In parliament, I called on the Minister for Regional and Rural Development to urgently provide $500k to ensure that the building of facilities for the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre can go ahead. As the current building is nowhere near the standard it should be to safely and appropriately accommodate the many people and groups who use it, the City of Greater Geelong has allocated the old children’s services building to the Centre, but the building is in desperate need of refurbishing and extending. The Council and the Neighbourhood Centre Committee of Management have already committed funding. I have called on the Minister to take urgent action to ensure that the funding of $500k is provided so the Centre has facilities that match the great work they do and meets the community’s needs. Ocean Grove CFA Thank you to the members

of the Ocean Grove CFA who warmly welcomed me recently. It was a great opportunity to catch up and thank the paid and volunteer staff who do such a great job helping to keep our community safe. Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club We all know how important our volunteer life savers are to the way of life we enjoy on the Bellarine and I enjoyed attending the recent presentation night. Congratulations to the winners and well done to all those who help keep our beaches safe. Mobile offices It was great to meet with residents of both Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads at my recent mobile offices in the towns. I thank all those who attended to discuss their issues, concerns and ideas with me on the day. Hon Lisa Neville MP Member for Bellarine l i s a . n e v i l l e @ parliament.vic.gov.au Twitter @LisanevilleMP 5248 3462

Search for peace in park A GROUP opposed to building a performance space at Ocean Grove Park says it has formally requested a special general meeting of the governing committee in a bid to halt the project. However, the committee, chaired by president Colin Atkins, says it had already responded to a request submitted by the group to take part in mediation – under the auspices of the Dispute Settlement Centre of the Department of Justice. The opposition group, which describes itself as ‘a network of members sharing information and ideas’, is primarily run by Christine Brooks and Peter Field. Last week Ms Brooks contacted the Voice to announce a request for a special general meeting so that members could vote the proposed performance space. “On 15 May I sent the letter to the Secretary

Above: Colin Atkins and Christine Brooks. Mediation may be the way forward in ongoing performances space dispute. of Ocean Grove Park park ownership to remain Field are seeking assistance Association. A copy of with Trust for Nature. The in resolving an issue of the body of this letter members now need to vote concern between you,” said is attached. The letter on the proposed building Mr Atkins. was undersigned by 41 as it will affect the future “They have asked the members. Under Rule 32 of the park and the viability Centre ‘to write to you of the relevant rules, the of the Ocean Grove Park and invite you to attend a committee should convene Association.” mediation session... with the requested meeting by But Mr Atkins has since them’. We received this 15 June.” said that Ms Brooks and Mr invitation from the Centre Ms Brooks said she had Field had already contacted on May 9, some seven days also sent a copy of the letter the Dispute Settlement before receiving the request to Chris Cook at Trust for Centre of the Department from Ms Brooks for a Nature (TFN). of Justice for a mediation special (general) meeting. She said: “The meeting. “We have agreed to meet community has clearly “The Centre has advised for the mediation session shown its desire for the us that Ms Brooks and Mr as requested and we have

agreed to attend this session (this) week . “As the meeting requested by Ms Brooks and Mr Field is seeking to resolve an issue we have decided to take no action with regard to calling a special meeting until after the mediation session at which we presume the request for a special meeting will be raised.” The project to build a performance space is fully funded and would have been going out to tender in the next month. At a meeting of Ocean Grove Community Connections last week Mr Atkins hinted that this may now be delayed. During the meeting OGCC treasurer Helen Butteriss stated that organisation’s wholehearted support for the performance space which she said would be a huge bonus for the community. OGCC has contributed $150,000 towards the $1m project.

Although you wouldn't know it just yet, winter is nearly here. Reporter Stephanie Naylor took to The Terrace to ask 'where would your ideal place be to escape winter?'

Amy Bond, a full-time Mum from Ocean Grove said: "I’d go to Bali. It’s warm, cheap shopping, great food and lots of fun. Airfares are very affordable now, too."

Mick Trewhella, a builder from Point Londsdale said: "I’d go straight to the Maldives. I’ve been there three times. The water is 27 degrees, great surf where you can see the bottom 150 feet down."

Melinda Rayner, a nurse from Ocean Grove, said: "I’d go to Koh Phangan in Thailand. The island has beautiful water, amazing Thai food and the Thai whiskey there is even better."

Ian Smith, a painter from Geelong said: "I’d go to Sumatra in Indonesia to one of the islands. It’s not a tourist trap yet and the surf is great. A few Bintang’s slide down nicely after a day in the water."

Peter Hodge, a Big Issue vendor from Hobart said: "I’d go to Fiji. They have warmer tropical water, nice temperature and the sea breeze is always northerly so it’s perfect."

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Breakfast for families OCEAN GROVE Primary School celebrated Victorian Education Week last week. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was a wonderful way to celebrate the terrific educational opportunities that our school offers for our students,â&#x20AC;? Kerryn Skuza from OGPS said. On Thursday morning,

a family breakfast was held. Parents and siblings of students enjoyed bacon and egg rolls, some orange juice as well as some early morning banter. The morning was followed by a performance by the school band.

FAMILY AFFAIR: Airlie and Sherryn Bennett, Ella, Olivia and Kerry McGlynn and Mietta and Lyn Corby.

The McVilly family enjoy breakfast.

The Staehr family. Chris, Josh and Kirsten Royle.

Nigel Allan, Giselle, Paul and Billy Dawson and Sam McGlynn.

Millie Chantal and Harry Brattle with Demalza Koby and Jayla Carlesso.

Samantha and Louis Cheong with Belle, Ruben and Cyrus Mitchell.

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Students earn Europe learning adventure OCEAN Grover David Gilroy chaperoned 12 students of the Premier’s Spirit of Anzac Award on a trip to Europe last month. The long-standing secretary of the Ocean Grove Barwon Heads RSL thoroughly enjoyed the trip, which gave the former soldier the opportunity to visit Gallipoli and the Western Front. The 15-day tour started with three days on Lemnos then five days in Turkey and five days in Belgium and France on the Western Front of WWI. “The tour was a

great success, although both physically and emotionally demanding. The Gallipoli Peninsula was surprisingly small, particularly the area in which the Anzacs were committed and was very tough going. Steep, rugged and coarsely vegetated, it was hard to imagine how any success was gained in 1915,” David told the Voice. Many students had researched relatives who had served in this campaign, and were able to visit grave sites in beautifully maintained war cemeteries, where the group took part in simple,

yet moving remembrance ceremonies. “All the students gained a great deal from the tour in terms of a better understanding of our war history; being exposed to many different cultures and the realisation of the impact that WWI had on Europe and civilisation in general,” David explained. “Personally, I had not had the opportunity to visit either Gallipoli or the Western Front. My lasting impression will be the enormity of the sacrifice of mankind on the battlefields of Belgium and France, particularly around the

Luke Saliba with his new book Hold Tight.

Women want to help out A GROUP of women are getting their hands dirty for families less fortunate, writes Stephanie Naylor. Ocean Grovers Bec, Jodie, Kerri and Bianca are putting the call out to local handymen and women to help out with them at the upcoming ‘Colour the Cottage’, the first stage of refurbishing the Queenscliff Cottage by the Sea. “We are very fortunate to have great family lives and are aware that not everyone is in that position so we want to help out as much as possible,” Jodie Carty explained. Cottage by the Sea is a non-government, registered charity that empowers disadvantaged children by supporting them in developing their self esteem, health and wellbeing. The ‘Colour the Cottage’ event is scheduled to take place from Saturday August 23 until Wednesday September 3. “The event also commemorates the 125th anniversary of Cottage by

the Sea in 2015, for one of Australia’s oldest children’s’ charities,” Bec explained. Over 1200 children each year enjoy the experience of a lifetime at Cottage by the Sea. “Currently the Cottage is tired and run down, as all available funds go directly into program delivery for the children, and the interior has not been attended to for many years. As a friendship group of local Mums, we get together frequently for our children to play together and decided to make our socialising time more productive, by engaging in this project. Our group's name is the Sheoak Group,” Bec added. Specific trades persons the group are calling for includes painters, decorators, floor board, carpet and door hardware specialists. We are really hoping to gather a troupe of 20 professional painters who can give one full day of work for free. Anyone interested in helping can contact Bec Confoy on 0402 318 661.

Somme area. To discover that there are 1794 War Cemeteries in that area alone, with additional Monuments inscribed with the names of those who were never found, in many cases in their thousands, is emotionally overpowering,” David added. A personal highlight for the Ocean Grover was attending the nightly service at the Menin Gate Memorial, where he was able to lay a wreath and join the students in singing both verses of the Australian national anthem.

Anything is possible says author Luke LUKE Saliba wants to inspire kids to follow their dreams and to believe anything is possible. The former Ocean Grover has written and illustrated a book, Hold Tight, about dreaming and dreaming big. There’s just one problem, he needs to raise $4000 to print the book. “I decided to start a Kickstarter campaign to try and raise enough funds to print a large run of my book. My plan is to print 3000 books and

HELPING HAND: Kerri Wrench, Jodie Carty, Bec Confoy and Bianca Quinn.

David Gilroy with the student group after laying a wreath at the Menin Gate Memorial.

donate 1000 of them to disadvantaged children around the world,” Luke explained. The former Star of the Sea student is now teaching film and television acting, and was inspired to help kids and wrote the book. “I decided I wanted to share the story with more and more children around the world. In my eyes it doesn't matter where you come from or what you dream to be but the important thing is to hold

onto those dreams,” Luke added. Currently sitting on $1000, Luke hopes that if he reaches the target, he can also go around to schools and talk to students.

To read Luke’s book, visit issuu.com/ lukesaliba2/docs/max_ milla_finaldraft. To donate contact www. kickstarter.com/projects/ lukesaliba/remind-theworld-to-dream.

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Student gig at chook shop Sophie Crothers, Sam McNay, Taylah Williamson, Taylah Frew belt out a tune along with Fleur Armstrong and Lucas Curavic (inset).

A CLASS of students got to experience the feeling of being professional musos recently in Ocean Grove. Over 100 people turned out to support a student gig, made up of a year 10 music class from Saint Ignatius College, at the Piping Hot Chicken Shop last Friday. “Our Music in Motion Elective aims to have students perform out in the community. The students are given the task of coming up with ideas as to where to go as a group and perform,” Music teacher Caitlyn Doble said. Student Niamh Schwaiger came up with the idea to perform a gig at the Piping Hot Chicken Shop.

“This is a unique venue and one that is held in very high esteem by musos along the coast and further afield,” Niamh explained. “The large crowd is incredibly supportive and encouraging of all the performers. Opportunities to perform in venues such as this, with professional sound mixers, equipment and lighting do not come around very often. Our special thanks go to Ben at the Piping Hot Chicken Shop in Ocean Grove whose motivation in encouraging gigs such as this is to foster and nurture young musicians throughout the region” Caitlyn Doble added.

Conservation volunteers help out in Grove

CONSERVATION: Daryl Hurst and Susan Trickey.

C O N S E R VAT I O N Volunteers Australia spent two days in Ocean Grove last week. The group assisted in helping to remove the ‘Bellarine P’, a nonnative plant that inhabits the area. “The plant is pretty much taking over the dune area from Ocean Grove down to Portarlington,” team leader Michael Darcy

explained. The not-for-profit group is a project partner of the City of Greater Geelong. “We had around 10 volunteers last week. It was a massive job and will be ongoing for quite some time,” He explained. For more information or to volunteer call 5221 0300 or email geelong@ WORKING: Richard Bunworth lends a cva.org.au hand.

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Carol hands in her lollypop after 24 years in the job

PARTY: Judy Haney, Debbie Martin, Helena Ritchie,and Gary Cuthbert.

Mad hatters at Sea View “HAVE I gone mad?” The Mad Hatter asked. “I'm afraid so. You're entirely bonkers. But I'll tell you a secret. All the best people are,” Alice replied. The residents and staff at Sea Views Manor in Ocean Grove staged its annual Mad Hatters Morning Tea. Raising funds for the Cancer Council, everyone gathered in the main dining room to share morning tea. Staff and residents dressed as

various nursery rhyme characters and joined in a range of games, singa-longs and recitations while managing to raise in excess of $400 for the cause. “Red Riding Hood, Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz, Willy Wonka, Goldilocks and Sleeping Beauty were just a few of the favourite characters who dropped in to make a special appearance while many of the residents donned colourful hats to

add to the festive mood,” diversional therapist Glenn Chidzey said. Over the past six years, more than $1300 has been raised by Sea Views to assist cancer research “This annual activity is one that residents always look forward to as it allows them to reach out to the wider community containing friends, relatives and people in need who they are always keen to help,” Glenn added.

Robin Dobling and Marjorie Howarth.

CROSSING patrol Carol Mackay is hanging up her lollypop after more than 20 years. It’s a decision mainly based on the growing menace of distracted drivers. For 24 years Carol has stood in the rain and shine taking care of our kids as they made their trek across Tuckfield Street to the classrooms of Surfside and Star of the Sea. Two generations have Carol to thank, many know her by name, and she remembers all her little charges. But sadly Carol, who only recalls five drive throughs where cars have gone through the crossing, has lost her nerve having seen an increase in drivers talking and texting on phones. “It’s a lot scarier now than it was. I see people eating breakfast, shaving. When I first started it was only busy for a little under half an hour. Now it’s busy all the shift. “Up until now it was safe. But it’s really the texting and phones, that’s why I’m retiring. I don’t feel comfortable

CROSSING: Carol Mackay helps a family across the road after school.

anymore.” Carol, who will devote more of her time as a volunteer helping at

Jirralingha, said she would miss the faces and parent she meets in the morning and afternoons,

saying “in the last five years they’ve become even nicer.” Carol officially finished

her last shift on Friday after devoting the last week to help her replacement take over.

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Farmers market produces the goods THE Bellarine Community Farmers Market provided locals with a great day out as always last Saturday. The sun was shining as 25 market stalls graced the park with fresh locally made goods and produce. The market, located on the corner of Draper Street and

Presidents Avenue, runs all year round on every third Saturday from 9am to 1pm, with the market only ever cancelled if the weather is very wet. The next market is set for Saturday June 21. To book a stall or for more information, call Sally on 0418-141 208 or email sallywaites@gmail.com.

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SMILING: Beth Potter and Kylie Rawson of Rikihana.

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Grove family keeps on giving STEPHANIE NAYLOR

OCEAN GROVE’S Occhipinti family just keeps giving and giving. After a recent trip to Thailand where the family visited Baan Tharn Namchai, an orphanage in Khao Lak just out of Phuket, Vince, Donna, Olivia and Samuel have decided to go one step further. “We have decided we are going back in January next year to help again. This time Vince will participate in the Hands Across the Water, a charity bike ride from Bangkok to Khao Lak,” Donna told the Voice.

Vince will ride 800km in eight days to raise money for at-risk Thai children and their communities. But there’s a catch, he will be required to raise $10,000 to be eligible to ride. “We have organised a reverse raffle at the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club on Saturday September 6. Tickets will include all drinks and nibbles, and the last person standing with their raffle ticket will win $1000,” Donna explained. While at the orphanage in April, the entire family helped out in every way possible. “My brother and I had fun playing with the children,” year seven

student Olivia explained. “I mostly worked in the craft room where they make goods such as bags and aprons to sell to raise money for the centre. I had blisters on my blisters from using scissors for hours at a time. I also helped in the kitchen and nursery, which was my favourite part,” Donna explained. Vince did general maintenances such as mowing and also spent a full day building new shelves and displays for the little shop they have where they sell all the goods that are made in the craft room. “Even though we were busy doing all of these

tasks we made plenty of time just to play and cuddle the beautiful kids as often as possible,” Donna added. The Occhipintis look forward to seeing their dad and husband see off in Bangkok and head to Chang Mai to help at another orphanage, before heading back to Baan Tharn Nanchai to visit their new friends, help again and welcome the riders in. If you would like to help Vince in taking part on the ride to raise money for the cause or buy a ticket for the event in September, call Donna on 0419-444 430.

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FAST becoming legendary local schoolband the Sweethearts are appealing for help to take them from G-Town to Motown. The Matthew Flinders Girls School group which features five Ocean Grove and Bellarine members and the manager, have already graced the Montreux and Porretta Festivals. Now they have lined up their first US tour with shows in Memphis, Nashville, Chicago and possibly Detroit in the 12 day promotional tour. It’s a rare feat for anyone, let alone an allgirl, 25-piece, school age band from country Australia. But Sweethearts are in a jam. They need $25,000 for accommodation and hire of the tour bus. So they’ve launched a Pozible crowdfunding campaign. They have just surpassed the $10,000 mark at the time of writing. But they still need help and are appealing to people to pledge their support by Friday June 6. Local girls Jess Ellwood, Phoebe Hamilton, Georgia Rodgers, Jess Tait and Sacha Thomas are among the group. Ocean Grove musician Steve McEwan is the band manager. According to 18-year-old band mentor and vocalist Janeva Burrill, every pledge is an investment, not only in this tour, but many tours to come. “Our past line ups did the hard work and established our reputation in Europe. We want to make inroads into the US so that future Sweethearts can have the chance to do bigger US shows and tours,” Miss Burrill said. 2014 marks the 25th anniversary of the Sweethearts. The band’s line-up changes every year as students graduate and younger recruits take their place. Hundreds of Geelong schoolgirls have been a member of the Sweethearts. It’s an experience that brings musical and personal confidence. And that’s a legacy the band is determined to carry long into the future. The Sweethearts quest to tour the US is also the subject of the second series of the documentary series Heart And Soul. It will air on ABC3 in 2015. To help the Sweethearts with their campaign go to www.pozible.com/project/181029.

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with Tamika Blake, 19, from Drysdale, at Ronnie'z Cafe •Favourite local building/ architecture? Down at the Queenscliff Fort. It's really historical and old. I love the reserve, especially on Anzac Day for the dawn service. •Most relaxing night out? Heading down to The Beach House in Geelong to relax, have something to eat and have a view of the water. •Your ideal breakfast or lunch spot? Freestone's Roadhaven in Aireys Inlet. It is a classic car garage with a malt milkshake shop, a '60s diner. It's so cool! •Best local pizza? Drysdale Village Pizza hands down. I'm a vegetarian so I love their

vego satay pizza. •Favourite local food store? The Sunday market here in Drysdale at the showgrounds is great for fresh produce and yummy food. •Favourite thing about working locally? The atmosphere we get here in the cafe is great. We have lovely customers and we very seldom get a bad customer. What book/magazine are you reading? I'm currently reading a food magazine called Super Food Ideas. Mum is a chef here at the cafe, so I'm trying to get into the food side of things so I can cook here. It's great if everyone that works

here can make coffees, cook food, a Jack/Jill of all trades! •Favourite music to play at work? We love having BayFM on as they play a good mix. There is always something for everyone. •What is your own coffee order? A hazelnut latte. They're delicious! •What is your favourite coffee to make? Two cappuccinos at a time because it's easier to get the froth perfect and get a good, even finish for both. •Cafe quote? "Better latte than never!"

Cafe and restaurant blended together BEACHHOUSE Barwon Heads has been operational for six-and-a-half years, in the former Barwon Heads fire station. This beautifully renovated venue is a fusion of cafe and restaurant styles. A relaxed cafe environment during the day, serving some of the town's best coffee, makes way for modern Australian cuisine, during the evening hours. BeachHouse Barwon Heads prides itself on its friendly and efficient service, constant quality of food, and affordable and extensive wine list, which has a large number of local wines on display. The kitchen staff aim to provide fresh and tasty dishes, sourcing the best produce for each season. With winter now on its way, our bar room with an open fire is the perfect place to enjoy a glass of locally produced wine, beer or cocktail, whilst sampling some of our grazing menu, available all day day from noon onwards. This room can also transfer into a private room for your next function. BeachHouse Barwon Heads is open seven days, for breakfast, lunch and dinner all year round, from 9am Monday to Friday, and from 8am Saturday and Sunday. Menus can be seen on www.beachhousebarwonheads.com.au and bookings are highly recommended and can be placed on 5254 3376 or info@beachhousebarwonheads.com.au.

music/live events

• Piping Hot Chicken Shop - May 30 Ross Hannaford and the Critters - August 8 The Hornets • 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 - June 13 Spud Dance - June 14 Aisha the Geisha - June 17 The Songs To End All Wars • Springdale Community Centre Hall - Making waves music/ poetry arvo every third Sun of every month 2pm - 5.30pm

• Ocean Grove Bowling Club - May 16 Morning Melodies Don Fisher 60's, 70's and 80's covers • Cafe Maritana - live music from 7pm May 29 Bethany Lyall Green June 5 Guy Perkins June 12 Alex Stone June 19 Rach Brennan

markets & fairs

• Parkes Hall Newcombe Street Portarlington - June 29 9am to 2pm •Bellarine Community Farmers' Market -June 15 Ocean Grove Park • Rotary Club of Ocean Grove Winter Market at Bellarine Aquatic and Sports Centre - Sunday June1 • Buy Bellarine Produce Barn - Tuckerberry Farm Saturdays and Sundays 9am-3pm

food/wine

• Leura Park Estate Sundays 12.30pm –

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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

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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: 52 554 294

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health & wellbeing

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

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

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

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Jack Rabbit Vineyard - when only the best will do

Seeking Fun & Fabulous? Look no further than Leura Park Estate. . .

Expect your special day to be perfect when you celebrate your wedding at Jack Rabbit Vineyard. The iconic Bellarine winery offers unrivalled panoramic views, sublime wedding ceremony locations and photo opportunities amongst the vines overlooking the bay and that’s just the beginning. A fine, contemporary menu is matched with a stable of sophisticated cool climate wines. Our highly experienced and dedicated team are always at your disposal to ensure your most special occasion goes off without a hitch and is a truly special day to remember. There is a range of options for you to choose from – a more formal a la carte occasion in the Restaurant or a more relaxed canapé style function in the House of Jack Rabbit cellar door. To find out more, contact Jack Rabbit Vineyard Functions Manager, Sharyn Evenden functions@jackrabbitvineyard.com. au or phone 5251 2223. Jack Rabbit Vineyard 85 McAdams Lane, Bellarine Ph: 5251 2223

Known for sensational wines, rustic chic ambience and fabulous finger food functions, a wedding at Leura Park Estate is guaranteed to be both fun and fabulous. Choose from a range of inspirational vineyard locations for your ceremony and then customise your occasion to suit what best reflects you – outside under the umbrellas with chairs and tables on the al fresco area, mingling inside the Cellar Door, within the living art compound ‘The Vault’, perhaps a combination of all – the venue and staff are here to help you create your perfect day. Phone 5253 3180 or email functions@ leuraparkestate.com.au for more information. Leura Park Estate - 1400 Portarlington Road, Curlewis Ph: 5253 3180 www. leuraparkestate.com.au

Beachside Blooms Florist Beachside Blooms are multi award winning florists located in The Terrace, Ocean Grove. Shelley and Dawn have years of experience and can help you decide on the perfect flower combination to suit your wedding day. Winners as floral designers and wedding

decorators, they will help you with every aspect of your wedding theme. Call in for a quote 5255 3030

Isabella Design As an experienced bridal wear designer and dressmaker I specialize in creating a beautiful, unique one off bridal gown capturing each brides personality and style at an affordable price. Each brides wedding gown should be as individual as she is and by working with your ideas and the things you love I can create the wedding gown of your dreams. My business is in a studio situated in the garden of my home.

helloworld Ocean Grove Marketplace helloworld Ocean Grove in Marketplace Shopping Centre specialize in arranging honeymoon packages. Chances are, where you are wanting to go, they have been and can offer you sound advice to ensure your honeymoon is everything you dream it will be. With a full service and bridal registry on offer, it makes it hard to go past the team at helloworld Ocean Grove. Come in for a chat and let them organise the honeymoon of your dreams!

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DAY OUT: Ocean Grove Senior Citizens enjoyed a day out.

Seniors enjoy a fun day out

MEMBERS of the Ocean Grove Senior Citizens Club enjoyed a day out last Saturday. Kicking off the outings for 2014, the group visited the Bayside Entertainment theatre. “Seven members from our club went to the BEAT concert on Saturday afternoon and thoroughly

enjoyed it. It was entertainment of a very high quality for a full three hours with tea and Anzac biscuits served in keeping with the wartime theme,” bus driver Elly Smits said. Our own senior citizens managed to win three of the raffle prizes. “Organised trips to come are Crown Casino on Wednesday

June 4 and Tombstone Country music Festival on Sunday August 31,” President Kevin Callinan said. The club wants existing and new members to come along and join in. All information regarding the trips are up on the notice board in the clubrooms. “Still to be organised later in the year is the Tramboat Ferry Ride

and a Mystery trip,” Kevin added. All these trips will be with Drysdale Buslines and will all leave from the clubrooms. As always, the weekly activities on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday include snooker, bingo, indoor bowls and cards. For more information phone Kevin Callinan on 0413-174 840.

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Queenscliff to Drysdale for domestic violence A GROUP of Ocean Grovers pounded the pavement last weekend, taking a stand against domestic violence. Local personal trainer Jodi Dunell was joined by 14 other adults and five kids in walking from Queenscliff to Drysdale. Finishing in just under three-and-a-half hours,

the group raised around $400 for Zena womens services. “The weather was great and we were really motivated to help make a difference to those in a domestic violence situation. We’re still receiving donations. We would love to get over $500,” Jodi said.

Catching the train back to Queenscliff after the walk.

When the group arrived in Drysdale they caught the Bellarine Railway back to Queenscliff, where they enjoyed a well earned lunch at the Esplanade Hotel. If you would like to donate to the cause, contact Jodi 0416-266 607 or www.jumpt.com.au.

Wayne, Matt and Mark set off for Drysdale.

Celebrating the end of the walk.

A spot of tea for Neighbourhood Centre A SPOT of tea was on the cards at the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre last week. Celebrating both Neighbourhood House Week and the Biggest Morning Tea, the centre joined the two events together and held a social morning tea which was attended by around 20

Ocean Grovers. “During the morning tea, we used the time to say thank you to all our volunteers for their help over the past year,” Maddie Hill from OGNC said. The OGNC joined a number of other Neighbourhood and Community Centres

across Victoria in celebrating Being, Becoming and Belonging. The centre ran a successful timetable of free events including exercise, chess, scrabble, mah-jong and Yoga for Mental Health classes throughout Neighbourhood House Week.

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Aussie Bellarine continues to lead the way RUTH Van Eekelen is the proud owner of The Aussie Bellarine store, which opened its doors in Ocean Grove in March. Aussie was founded in 1992 by Mr John Symonds and he continues to be the driving force behind the group, which now includes a national mortgage-broking service, travel, wedding and personal loans, credit cards and insurance. It offers a free no

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obligation appointment where it searches hundreds of different home loans from all kinds of lenders, including the big four banks. What makes Aussie unique is its approach to home loans, offering 24/7 service and loans far cheaper than those offered by banks. They pride themselves on high customer service standards and the business relies heavily on referrals and word of mouth advertising. The off ice is located in

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Ocean Grove however it does cover the entire Bellarine Peninsula, and is happy to travel to clients anywhere. For these early days it's a small team. Ruth and another broker, Stacey Barker, work at the store, but there are plans for expansion once the business grows. Ruth has always enjoyed working in customer service roles, prior to this working for ANZ in Ocean Grove, and that’s how she fell in love with the town, it

was a great place to work and she made some beautiful friends there. Not long into Ruth's seven years with them she knew this was the area where she wanted to call home. So deciding to open a business in Ocean Grove was easy, The people are friendly and the town has beautiful beaches. Ruth says people smile, and say "hello" to one another. It is the kind of town where she believes that if you lose your wallet or phone, it gets

handed it in with the money still in it. (She knows from personal experience.) Having her own business is demanding, and Ruth can relate, having a new born baby. "There are many sleepless nights and questioning oneself but at the same time a large sense of pride and enjoyment. Aussie as a company have been an amazing support providing me with expert business coaches and mentors," she said.

"Being involved in the community is very important to me, I think that’s part of what makes Ocean Grove amazing, there are so many people willing to help out and participate. As I say to my children 'if everybody does a little bit no one has to do a lot'." The website is www. aussiebellarine.com. au and if you are on Facebook, then 'like' 'Aussie Bellarine'.

help people in the same way. I attended RMIT university for five years, graduating as a Doctor of Chiropractic with distinction in 2009. “Five years later I can positively say I’ve achieved my goal. I’ve helped hundreds of people, both in Australia and the UK, become awesome versions of themselves.” Penny recently moved from Inverloch with her fiance, who’s a web designer. “It’s been a dream of mine since university to live and work in Ocean Grove. While at uni’

I used to drive down from Melbourne before lectures for a surf. “Over the past two years we’ve visited Ocean Grove on numerous occasions; enjoying all seasons. We are both really keen surfers and love the vibe down here. Ocean Grove suits our active and healthy lifestyle. We love being surrounded by like minded people “My clinic is designed to cater for all people in and around Ocean Grove. I don’t have any restrictions on distance. I’ve had people travel over 80km to come for an adjustment. I just

love how dedicated some people are with their health. I’m also a Master Personal Trainer, which when, combined with my knowledge in chiropractic, allows me to deliver great active sessions. “We’ve been open for two weeks and already feel like true Grovers. My long terms goal is to become an active member in the health of our community.” When she’s not helping other people be active Penny is being active herself. “I love surfing so it’s not rare to catch me on the

main beach. “When I’m not in the water I’m studying Muay Thai. My fiancé has studied the sport for many years and we train together locally. After visiting gyms in Thailand I just knew it was the sport for me. I also learnt to snowboard when I worked in Europe, which is a hobby I’m passionate about. Theres not much snow in Ocean Grove but I think I can live with that” Learn more about Lively Mind Chiropractic from my website: www. livelymind.com.au.

Penny happy to be here G L O B E T R OT T I N G chiropractor Dr Penny Jones is living the dream – after opening her own business in Ocean Grove. Penny has set up Lively Mind Chiropractic as a clinic dedicated to helping people achieve their individual health goals, no matter what they are. She is offering chiropractic care and personal training to people of all ages. “I fell in love with chiropractic when I was 15 years old,” she said. “I had problems sleeping and chiropractic helped me with that. I knew then that I wanted to

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Sapphire pin honour for Peter THE PAUL Harris Fellow is an award given to those who have either given US$1000 to the Rotary Foundation, or by a sponsor who has given the money in their name for extraordinary services rendered. It is one of the most prestigious awards in Rotary and it is named after the founder of Rotary, Paul Harris. A sapphire pin is basically a multiple Paul Harris award; only a few people ever receive one. Already a Paul Harris Fellow, Peter Hawthorne was awarded a sapphire pin in recognition for his incredible 50 years of service to Rotary. Peter was born in Kerang the fourth generation of

Peter Hawthorne with his family. the Hawthorne family to Kerang community, Peter live and work in the area. joined the Rotary Club of Always involved in the Kerang on 5th May 1964.

He was described as a “young man who, in spite of, or perhaps because of

his youth, has rendered the community much earnest service with his well-known energy and his ability to get jobs completed”. Thirty seven years later, on 23 January 2001, Peter joined the Ocean Grove Rotary Club bringing to it all his drive and enthusiasm. He has served on a number of committees, including Health and Fundraising and at district level and also serves on the Organ Donor Awareness subcommittee. Each year Peter organises Rotarians to do Red Cross Calling, a commitment that has raised tens of thousands

of dollars over the years he has been in Ocean Grove. It was wonderful to see Jo, Peter’s wife looking so well and able to be there for this important occasion, and as a further surprise their three daughters came down from Melbourne for the dinner and the presentation. This was not lost on Peter, as the tears swelled in his eyes as he thanked his family for their love and support. Over the past 50 years Peter has not lost any of his drive or his ability to get the job done, he is a most worthy recipient of the award. The Rotary Foundation’s mission

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JEAN, Jill and Wendi are three friends who just love the market scene. They combine their love for knitting, sewing and crocheting with making children and parents happy. “I like Barbie dolls and I love making clothes for them,” said Jill.

Disappointed with the styles and overpriced outfits available commercially for Barbie, Jill began to design and make outfits for the doll. “The occasional fantasy outfit is okay but little girls like to mimic real life in their play so my outfits are all something

that they would see their mum wear,” Jill said. “The fact that at most markets most of my dolls go home naked proves that my theory is right.” "I enjoy Ocean Grove's indoor winter market. Its comfortable and warm." You can see Jill and her friends at the next

winter market to be held on Sunday June 1 at the Bellarine Aquatic Centre in Ocean Grove. RIGHT: Some of the Barbie outfits that are made by Jean, Jill and Wendi.

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Students learn about wool THE GRADE three and four students at Ocean Grove Primary School had a 'woolly' good time last week. An incursion was held by the National Wool Museum titled Icky, Sticky, Stinky Geelong. It involved the students learning about the by-products of sheep from their wool to their meat to their manure. “They were amazed to learn that sheep bones, horns and hooves could be found in marshmallows. The students were grouped up and participated in hands on activities that involved cleaning the wool, dyeing the wool and turning the wool to felt,” Kerryn Skuza. The incursion tied in with the Education Week theme of Science.

Grove students embrace IDAHOT

IDAHOT DAY: Keenton, Lorcan, Mitch, Jem, Amy, Dylyn, Sydney, (front) Bailey, Jessyca and Katie.

Dough-making class

Kelsey in the process of dyeing the wool.

Matilda cleans the wool.

Students learn about the dough-making process.

Students dance like kangaroos in a Dreamtime dance during the workshop at Courthouse ARTS.

Indigenous culture celebrated by kids

RECONCILIATION and Aboriginal culture was explored by the Ocean Grove Primary School grade four class last week. The Kaleidoscope excursion took the children to the Geelong Gallery, Geelong Performing Arts Centre, the Geelong Regional Library Corporation and the Courthouse ARTS. “The workshops the students participated in were to help celebrate National Reconciliation Week, which acknowledges and builds on respectful relationships shared by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other Australians,”

Students wrote their own Dreamtime stories, incorporating some Wathaurong language, during the library workshop.

teacher Alyce Graham said Students learnt about the patterns and style used in

local Wathaurong art work, creating their own artwork to be used in an exhibition. Students also heard Wathaurong Dreamtime stories, sang well-known songs in the Wathaurong language and experienced the movements and stories told in traditional Aboriginal dance. “Students and teachers found the excursion a fantastic experience and gained a deeper understanding of our local Aboriginal culture and tradition, as well as the meaning and purpose of National Reconciliation Week,” Ms Graham added.

OCEAN GROVE’S Rolling Pin Bakery believes teaching kids to make dough from an early age could put them in good stead for their future. Nathan Williams from the bakery was on hand last week to show students from Surfside Primary School the ropes when it comes to transactional

analysis. “About 80 children were involved in selecting, purchasing and then learning about how the products at the bakery were made,” Nathan explained. And the verdict, according to the young taste experts, is that the business of baking is absolutely delicious.

BELLARINE Secondary students celebrated International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia last week. The junior campus in Ocean Grove embraced IDAHOT day, with the schools senior ‘Stand Out’ group talking to the younger year levels on the importance of the event. “We explained to the young students how it doesn’t mean you’re different to be either gay or transgender. Many of the students

don’t understand how important that message is yet, so the group's aim is to help them understand and provide them with moral support,” founder of the Stand Out Group Bailey Hutchins said. Formed last year, the Stand Out group is made up of students and teachers who come together to promote equality and diversity at the school. “Our school community believes that standing up for gay, lesbian, bisexual,

transgender, intersex and queer rights is not only a human rights issue, but it’s a health and wellbeing issue as well,” Ms Senem Shamsili, Bellarine Secondary School Student Enrichment teacher said. “The day was a real success and the group is only getting stronger and larger. We have over 20 members now,” year 10 student from the Bellarine Senior Campus in Drysdale Sydney Coad explained.

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Ravens or crows? THIS WEEK I've been thinking about a subject that I don't know all that much about, and that's ravens. Ravens are everywhere, and sometimes they are so plentiful that I feel like Tippi Hedren in the Alfred Hitchcock movie The Birds. Lucky there are no longer any telephone booths to hide in! I tend to brush over ravens as they are not that pretty and they don't sound very inviting and they strike me as very aggressive birds. Like everything in nature once you start delving into a creature a bit more, they become more interesting. Sean Dooley wrote in his very compelling book on Australian Birds called Anoraks to Zitting Cisticolas that there are three species of raven in Australia and also three species of crow. Sean also wrote that many people also tend to call ravens crows, a mistake that I am guilty of. The distinguishing feature between a raven and a crow is that ravens have brownish-grey downy feathers at the base of their feathers and crows have white down at the base of their feathers, but this is only useful if you find discarded feathers.

One species of crow that has been seen in Australia is called a house crow It is usually found in Southern Asia, but has been seen in Australia three times, which makes it a 'vagrant bird' or a bird seen in areas outside of its usual habitat. Another crow is the little crow, which is seen in arid areas including Western and Central Australia, which follows that it is not found in the Bellarine Peninsula. The last species of crow is the Torresian crow which is found across northern Australia, Western Australia, from Forster in New South Wales to Brisbane, Queensland and also in Darwin, Northern Territory. Therefore if anyone in Victoria tells you that they have seen a crow they are

most likely very wrong! It is difficult to distinguish between species of crow and raven. Mostly the habitat, location, and differences in calls are used to identify species. The three species of raven found in Australia include the Australian raven (52cm), the little raven (48cm), and the forest raven (53cm). These birds can be distinguished by their size, habitat, the location, and

the differences in their calls. The Australian raven is found in Eastern, Southern and Central Australia. This bird is black with white eyes and has longer throat feathers than other species. The forest raven is the only raven endemic to Tasmania and it also may be found on Bass Strait islands including King Island (where it overlaps the range of the little raven). It is also found in

mainland South-eastern Australia, including three isolated areas in Victoria, namely Gippsland, the Otway ranges and the Grampians. The forest raven is heavier in build, and slower in flight than the Australian raven. The little raven is the most common raven seen in Victoria. It is slightly smaller than other ravens, but this is hard to pick up on the field when there is nothing to compare the bird with. The little raven is similar to the larger Australian raven, as it has the same black plumage, white eye, and powerful beak. The little raven does not have as obvious long throat feathers as the Australian raven, and it has finer wing shape and tips. The little raven is found in South-eastern Australia, including South Australia, Victoria, and NSW. They are also found on Kangaroo Island and King Island. Therefore if you see a glossy black bird with a white eye on the Bellarine Peninsula, it will most very likely be a little raven, and it won't be a crow! Happy bird watching and avoid those phone booths. Jen Carr

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Bears suffer shock loss to Deakin at Wallington THE BELLARINE Bears A grade and A reserve sides hosted Deakin at Wallington Reserve in week five of the Geelong Baseball Association 2014 winter season on Saturday May 17. The Bears A grade side suffered a shock 5-10 loss to the visiting Deakin side. Pitcher Josh Crotty’s 93-pitch effort with six strikeouts kept the game tight for most of the time. An error riddled 6th inning broke a 3-3 deadlock and proved the Bears' undoing allowing the visitors to score six unearned runs putting the game out of reach for the home side. Brad McKentish and Lyndon Hockey produced hits to bat in runs. Despite the loss the A grade Bears maintain their position towards the top end of the table at 4-2 for the season so far. In the curtain raiser, the A reserve Bears defeated Deakin 8-3, led by a stellar effort from starting pitcher Chris Dunn. Dunn went deep into the game going five innings and giving up

only four hits, collecting four strike outs along the way. For the Bears' hitting, Dunn was joined by Trace Bourke and Zac Burhman as hitters who notched up two hits apiece for the day. Hits to Andy Riddett, Matt Price and Steve Cleary rounded out the nine hits for the team on the day. The week five assignment for the B reserve Bears was the visiting Lara Wildcats. In what was a high-quality game the Bears went down 3-6. Brothers Brad and Alex Hockey took care of the majority of the pitching duties for the game, backed up by some tight team defence, with centre fielder Ashley Lomas starring taking four fly balls. A multiple hit day to Lachlan Stott was another of the many highlights for the competitive Bears. Interested in finding out more about the Bellarine Bears Baseball Club? Pay them a visit online at www.bellarinebears.org. au.

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Action from the under 17 netball match between Ocean Grove and Portarlington. Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY

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Shooting to the top IT is official, home grown Ocean Grove local Scott Kiddle will represent Australia at the 2015 World Rimfire and Air Rifle Benchrest Federation Championships in Brisbane. Kiddle qualified for

the world event after finishing third on points at the National Rimfire Benchrest Australia (RBA) Championships at the Melbourne International Shooting Centre earlier this year in February.

Next year’s World Championships in Brisbane will take place in July. Kiddle is still a member at Target Rifle Geelong which is based in Breakwater.

COLLENDINA Cricket Club made the bold move last week appointing two young leaders as senior cocoaches for the upcoming 2014/15 season. Gun Cobra star Corey Walter, 23, and fellow long-time teammate Ben Ricardo, 29, will replace outgoing Cobras cocoaches Eddie Ellwood and Richie Peters, who stood down at the end of last season. Walter had been widely tipped to take on a leadership role for 2014/15, after filling in as A grade captain in the absence of Jye Hearps, former Collendina A grade captain, last season. Collendina Cricket Club president Wayne Blyth said both Walter and Ricardo had approached the club almost two months ago about the vacant coaching position

CHANGE: Corey Walter and Ben Ricardo will coach Collendina this season.

as dual coaches. He said while Walter and Ricardo lacked cricket coaching experience, the successful applicants had gained valuable leadership skills under the tutelage of Western Bulldogs AFL coach Brendan McCartney and former Melbourne AFL coach Mark Neeld in their

football careers. Both Walter and Ricardo have played junior and senior A grade cricket with the Collendina Cobras for several years. “They interviewed very impressively,” Blyth told the Voice. “They understand the culture of the club, they have been at the club for a

few years now. “Corey (Walter) spoke to me one day and said ‘Ben (Ricardo) and I are interested in co-coaching the club can we catch up and have a chat’?" Both Walter and Ricardo were members of the Cobras last A grade premiership triumph in 2011/12.

Ricardo said it was important he and Walter gave back to the Cobras, who had supported them during their junior and senior cricket at Collendina. “Now that we can commit, we feel it would be good for us to give back to the club because they have been good to us – we will help the younger kids,” Ricardo told the Voice. “We think we can provide more one on one because Corey (Walter) and myself have played a higher level. “We can help out with the younger guys coming through.” Walter and Ricardo have both played representative junior cricket for Geelong. M E A N W H I L E Collendina Cricket Club will hold their AGM on Sunday June 22 at noon at the clubrooms.

Mixed results for tennis club IT HAS been a mixed fortnight of tennis at the club with the second week of the season ruled a washout for juniors, and the first week called a washout for most senior teams. More of the results later. On a brighter note, here's what's happening down at the club. The club has made some great changes over the past couple of months, one of the biggest renovations is the addition of men's indoor toilet which has made such a difference. It has also added some cafe-style seating with better views of the courts if spectators would rather sit inside over the colder weeks. New services at the club include restringing and gripping racquets as well. This can be booked through our resident coaches David and Julie. The club has a special charity evening planned for any shopaholics out there on Friday May 30, with all money raised going to Special Care

Saira Shah shows her style during her Section 3 Mixed win against Waurn Ponds. Picture: LINDSAY KELLEY

Nursery Neonatal Cribs at Geelong Hospital. Come down to the club at 7.30pm and for a $5 you are greeted with a glass of sparkling wine and a light supper. From their you can shop at the stalls, enter raffles and win prizes. Not into shopping – donations will be gratefully received. Here are the results for Saturday May 17. Section 3 Mixed played at home against Waurn Ponds and won 6,36 - 0, 12. Saira Shah, Joel McMahon, Anna Williams and Zane Beazley all played well to

win every set. They are now top of the ladder. Section 4 Boys travelled to Grovedale and lost 6,36-0,8. Although they tried, Grovedale black was a stronger side on the day. They are now eighth on the ladder. Section 5 Girls Red played at Geelong Lawn and lost 4,32 - 2,20. Lily Smith won her singles. This places them fourth on the ladder. Section 5 Girls White played at home against Waurn Ponds and won 6,36 - 0, 10. Jaweria Shah, Alexandra Caldow,

Natasha Miller and Holly Sharp all won their set for the day and this win puts them third on the ladder. Section 7 Boys hosted Wandana Heights at Home and lost 1,14 - 5,34. Edward Ford won his singles and his doubles with Jye Thomas was close, losing 4-6. This team is now sixth on the ladder. Section 9 Boys played at Geelong East Uniting and lost 5,35 - 1,17. Harry Copperwaite won his singles and George Wheeldon was just beaten 5-6. They are eighth on the ladder. Section 12 Girls played top of the ladder team Moolap at their home courts and lost 6,36 - 0,14. Erica Crawford was just pipped losing 6-5 in her singles. This team is now sixth on the ladder. Section 13 Boys played at home against Wandana Heights and won 4,31 - 2,16. Josh Miller and Harry Mullen won both their singles and doubles. These boys are top of the ladder.

Section 15 Boys travelled to Lethbridge and won 2,23 - 4,31. Thomas Pukepuke and Daniel Townsend won their singles and then played together and won the doubles. They are third on the ladder. Section 16 Girls Played Geelong Lawn at home and lost 2,26 - 4,32. Amelia Bibby and Ruby Fry won their singles. Currently they are sixth on the ladder. Ladder position for seniors: Section 4 - 2nd Section 5 - 6th Section 6 - 1st Section 7 - 4th Section 9 - 2nd Section 11 - 3rd The club has junior and senior uniforms for sale and skorts and hoodies will soon be available for order. They really do look smart. Results compiled by Jen Franks. Go to ‘David Franks Tennis Coaching’ facebook page for results, tips and more information.

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Two wins for junior Grubbers Ocean Grove 12.11.83 defeated Modewarre 8.6.54 The Grubbers welcomed Modewarre to Memorial Reserve for round seven action, expecting a big test against the top of the table Warriors. Played in pristine conditions, the first quarter was noticeable for the ferocious attack on the ball with neither side willing to give an inch around the stoppages. In a spirited contest, the strength and skill of Ocean Grove midfielders Nick Giblin, Darcy Pearson and Riley Featherby came to the fore and the Grubbers were able to head into the first break with a one goal lead and the knowledge they were in for a real contest. The Grubbers upped the ante in the second term and continued to pour the pressure onto their Modewarre opponents. Slick ball movement allowed them to switch play and utilise the silky skills of Riley Maloney who owned the outer wing in a manner reminiscent of Doug Hawkins at the Western Oval. Michael ‘Mini’ Smith provided great drive off the half backline, and the rest of backline boys were watertight, keeping Modewarre to just one goal. Goals to Kyle Ewart, Flynn Kelly, Darcy Pearson and Tom Smith, and all of a sudden the margin had been extended to 31 points at the main break. The third quarter became a horror show for the Warriors as Brod Gist aka Brodzilla, monstered his opponents in the ruck and then demolished their backline to kick two goals in an inspired spell of football. The Grubbers had winners on every line and with Modewarre kicking only one point for the quarter, the red and whites held an unassailable 55 point lead at three-quarter time. That lead was extended to 61 points when Flynn Kelly kicked his third goal for the game, and from there, the Grubbers put the cue in the rack. Modewarre never

Action from the under 18s. Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY

stopped trying and kicked the last five goals of the game but it was too little too late. Ocean Grove played most of the final term with 17 players and cruised home to a comfortable 29-point win. The victory leaves the Grubbers third on the ladder, but with the top five sides all equal on points, wins are vital if the boys want to make their mark come finals time. Goals: Flynn Kelly 3, Brod Gist 3, Darcy Pearson 2, Tom Smith 2, Kyle Ewart 1, Hamish Drake 1 Best: Riley Maloney, Nick Giblin, Darcy Pearson, Byron Taylor, Brod Gist, Hamish Drake Ocean Grove 7.8.50 defeated Lara 1.3.9 The Under 16(2) Grubbers took on Lara at home in the first game of an under 16 double header. After some near misses in the previous rounds, this promised to be a season-defining game for the Grubbers – a win was vital to stay in touch with the leading teams. With a great turn out from the firsts team encouraging them on, the Grubbers went at it in their trademark style, hard at it and desperate from the get go. Pete Attard dominated in the ruck and fed the onballers with near-perfect precision. Jack Priestly set it up in the centre and the Grubbers got first use of the pill delivering it into the forward line time and time again. Jack Bergman was great in his first game back from injury, prowling centre half forward, taking big grabs and creating scoring opportunities. In dewy, slippery conditions the Grubbers hit the scoreboard and raced to a handy 20-point lead at quarter time. The Grubbers continued the great footy in the second term, Connor Harvey and Jack Priestley controlling the contests with quick hands and accurate clearing kicks. Joel Lynch followed his special

instructions pre-match and delivered in spades, setting a great example of team first footy for his team mates. The half back line, led by Spencer Luppino, Josh Hirt and Sam Quigley were awesome not letting the ball into Lara's forward line and driving attack after after attack through smart aggressive attack on the ball. Reed Jordan, Jack Tregenza and Declan Bradley were terrific on the last line. The third quarter saw Lara come out hard to try and get itself back into the game. Ocean Grover weathered the storm and when Darcy Copeland kicked his second goal for the game, the Grubbers lead was extended to 29 points at the final break The Grubbers were up and about at the final break, sniffing the first win of the season and didn't disappoint. Goals to Jak Bergmann and Connor O’Keefe were the icing on the cake and a 41-point win was just reward for the hard work the Grubbers have put in over the past month. Aaron Tormey deserves particular praise for his brave effort to get up for the game. His influence on the forward line set up the win particularly when the game was up for grabs. And so the song was sung for the first time this season, and for the first time for many of the victorious Grubbers. It’s fair to say that as singers, they make pretty good footballers, and there is plenty of room for improvement! Let’s hope they get the opportunity to sing it loud and proud many more times this year. Goals: Aaron Tormey 2, Darcy Copeland 2, Connor O’Keefe 1, Jak Bergmann 1, Spencer Luppino 1 Best: Jack Priestley, Peter Attard, Connor Harvey, Jak Bergmann, Declan Bradley, Joel Lynch

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18 Walyunga Mews, Ocean Grove

Four bedroom living in family oriented court FUNCTIONAL and family friendly sums up this solid brick home, perfectly positioned to suit both young and old. Outdoor entertaining is very well taken care of while four bedrooms ensure inside space is also well designed. The kids will love you for choosing the court location with loads of safe space to skate and scoot, and lakeside playgrounds a safe and easy five-minute walk. Adults will appreciate close childcare facilities while Ocean Grove Market Place is also conveniently nearby. Throughout the home, an earthy warm palette has been utilised complimenting the green garden outlook offered from the open plan living space. A fantastic alfresco room is both stylish and functional, decked underfoot with laserlite roofing and cafe blinds to protect in all weather conditions. A unique builtin reclaimed timber bench seat creates a characteristic feel surrounded by privacy enhancing plantings and lawn space. A children’s play area links

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Adele's Vic selection

Price guide: $400,000 to $440,000 Sale type: For sale Inspection details: as advertised or by appointment Hugh McKewan 0417-538 779 4 bed 2 bath 1 car 1 living area

to the alfresco, allowing kids and adults separate spaces to enjoy while entertaining. Inside, an eco-inspired wicker pendant above the dining area in cohesion with timber look cabinetry set the scene and continue the earthy look. Chef stainless steel oven and gas cooktop offer quality in the galley style work space providing a good sized breakfast bench (complete with dishwasher) while the fridge and pantry remain concealed for a sleek and uncluttered finish. Ducted gas heating keeps the home at a comfortable temperature in winter assisted by a RC split system for cooling. All minor bedrooms are well sized featuring BIRs while the master boasts a dual sided

walk through robe leading to the en suite. Both en suite and family bathroom (with family sized bath) are very generous in size featuring floating basins atop vanity units maximising storage space underneath and creating a lovely focal point matched with quality tapware. A large separate toilet and laundry are located close to the central bathroom with direct external access from the laundry to the paved and gravelled service yard. Side access to this service yard is currently provided by a single access gate however the space is wide enough to install double gates should extra secure vehicle storage be required in addition to the lock up single garage.

STYLE: Adele Ryan in action.

Grove bowler to represent state at National Championships OCEAN Grove’s Adele Ryan has become the latest club representative to earn selection into a Victorian State team. Ryan joins the likes of Ken Thomas, Michael Allen, Robyn Larkin and Matt Flapper who have represented the state in various categories. Ryan will get her opportunity to wear the big V shirt when she takes to the greens in the Australian National Championships for Bowlers using the Bowling Arm in Beresfield, NSW in September. Having taken up the game in 2008 after suffering a severe work related back injury Ryan took to the greens and has become a regular in Ocean Grove’s Division One ladies team as well as holding a position on the ladies committee as Secretary. After competing in a series of qualifying games Ryan earned the chance to impress the selection panel after receiving the invitation to trial. Currently in Victoria there are 3000 bowlers that are registered to use the Bowling Arm.

“I am lucky enough to be selected as one of eighteen players that will represent Victoria,” Ryan said. “It’s great that bowlers who use the Bowling Arm have the chance to play representative bowls. “The Championships started in 2011 and will continue to grow and become an event competed at Australasian level so I am elated and excited to receive this opportunity.” Ryan trialled last year for the side but just missed out at the last hurdle so to come back and have another crack at it and make the team has made it all worthwhile. Winter Bowls Winter bowls has commenced and is played on Wednesday and Saturday afternoons. Although the regular season has come to a close, bowlers are still keen to take to the greens and venture out for an afternoon of social but competitive bowls. Charles McCall and Kevin Greelish coordinate the Saturday’s play which commences at noon, with good

consistent numbers so far in the last fortnight after week three of the Saturday competition Ocean Grove’s Keith Goldsmith leads the way out in front on 13 aggregate points. Sitting one point behind is dual 100 up champion Faye Richardson. Current Minor singles champion Dave Mackay shares equal third with Peter Snell and Ken Liston on 10 points. Wednesday winter bowls, under the watchful eye of Terry Tinker and his band of willing assistants, has also started with terrific numbers attending. Last week a maximum field of 56 players took to the greens in magnificent weather. Dave Mackay has set the benchmark in both competitions and is joint leader after the first two weeks of play sitting alongside Ocean Grove legend Val Izzard. David Harvey and Peter Kuschert join the pair who are all on ten points. This would be the first time the carpet green has been full for winter bowls for a long time and why wouldn’t it be,

great weather and great company along with quality prizes on offer at a terrific venue. If you’re looking for a game on either of these days feel free to call Ocean Grove Bowling Club prior to 10:30am on the day of play to enter your name. Members and visitors all welcome. Life Memberships Awarded Last Monday evening at the club’s annual general meeting chairman Terry Brady had the pleasure of awarding two life memberships to long standing worthy contributors to Ocean Grove Bowling Club. John McConville who’s resume is quite impressive when it comes to being honoured with this achievement served on the board of management for over 10 years which included a stint as chairman for two years. John joined in 1995 and has collected his fair share of club titles along the way including current Veteran’s Singles and Presidents 21up Championships. He was a member of the 2008 division one

premiership team and has been a coach for 17 years along with coordinating the club's extremely successful Community Bowls Competition. Margaret Dower, who shares an equally impressive portfolio with the club, has also contributed to the board of management for more than a decade. Marg held the position of chairman for three years and is currently serving as secretary of the board. She has also engaged in positions on club committees for over 10 years as well. The club's development surrounds and occupational health and safety are just some of the items that Marg has been linked to in her time on the Clubs Management. Marg, who is also very handy on the green, has shared in many club successes over her time capturing two Club Pairs crowns and a District and State triples championship in 2008. Pennant success with Ocean Grove came the way of back to back Division One titles in 2007-08 and 2008-09.

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Coaches have their say A grade action. Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY

Dees too good for Grove OCEAN Grove A grade was beaten by a slicker Portarlington outfit on Saturday May 17 at Shell Road in round eight Bellarine Football Netball League games. The game was a tight contest in the first half, though the A grade Demons took charge in the second half and won the match by 17 goals. The Grubbers started the day well with B, C, D grades all chalking up wins against Portarlington. A grade – Ocean Grove 28 vs Portarlington 45 Best: K Ollis, C Parker, A Durling The first half was fierce with neither side giving an inch and a close halftime scoreline, thanks to Allison Durling carving through the centre

court setting up a great second half. But this didn’t happen with Port running away with the win. Defenders Candice Parker and Kelsey Ollis worked tirelessly but couldn’t stop their goal feast. B grade – Ocean Grove 37 vs Portarlington 26 Best: T Sinnott, C Barrand, T Birch A 12-goal last quarter has kept B grade on the winner's list. The girls came out after threequarter time and powered on. Tahlia Sinnott made it look easy, as always, on the wing feeding effortlessly to goaler Tina Birch with Clare Barrand limiting Port to just four goals in the last. C grade – Ocean Grove 32 vs Portarlington 16 Best: K Sykes, B Gavin,

T Splatt C Grade played the netball they have been looking to play all season. Kat Sykes and Tam Splatt put a stop to Port's opportunities and Britt Gavin was unstoppable in the centre. D grade – Ocean Grove 25 vs Portarlington 9 Best: K Ferrier, R Mayor, E Moran D grade had a big day out to keep its finals aspirations alive with consistent scoring from Rachael Mayor. Emma Moran and Kylie Ferrier were the defence bookends controlling Port's scoring. The Friday night Kardinia teams have had some great tussles on May 16. 13U-3 – Ocean Grove 15 vs GSWP 13 Best:

J Allen, S Chanter, K Fausett 13U-4 – Ocean Grove 10 vs St Josephs 15 Best: S Finch, T Jeffrey, J Wilding 13U-5 – Ocean Grove 29 vs Lara 29 Best: Team effort 15U-3 – Ocean Grove 22 vs St Marys 20 Best: S Bastiaan, A Gannon, L Doyle 15U-4 – Ocean Grove 18 vs Newtown 8 Best: H Grasso, J Muscat All Abilities – Ocean Grove 5 vs Bell Post Hill 22 Ocean Grove was struggling with only having five players but were determined never to give up. 11U-1 – Ocean Grove girls turn up to give it their best and this week was no exception 13U-1 – Ocean Grove

32 vs Portarlington 5 Best: M Crothers, G Bell, N Page 13U-2 – Ocean Grove 20 vs Portarlington 5 Best: K Reid, M New, J Smith 15U-1 – Ocean Grove 35 vs Portarlington 11 Best: E Mullaly, I Hackett, E Moroney 15U-2 – Ocean Grove 37 vs Portarlington 9 Best: M Giblin, L Praud, H Simpson 17U-1 – Ocean Grove 32 vs Portarlington 11 Best: B McElligott, J Sutton, B Taylor 17U-2 – Ocean Grove 25 vs Portarlington 13 Best: M Moroney, L Conquit, S Duckett 19U – Ocean Grove 15 vs Portarlington 31 Best: M Doyle, B Walter, A Gibbs

WITH a bye last weekend, Ocean Grove netball coaches gave their thoughts on the season for far. A grade: Renee Scott “A grade started the season on a high with three straight wins, however injury and holidays saw the team depleted in numbers over the following rounds. This provided an opportunity for a number of our junior players to make their debut in and the girls did not fail to impress. With the team almost back to full strength we will be working on putting together four quarters of consistent netball and look forward to challenging Geelong Amateur and Anglesea in the weeks following the bye.” B grade: Renee Scott “Despite the B grade midcourt being hit hard by injury early in the season, the girls have been able to put together some impressive performances and are sitting just outside the top four. As these players begin to return, the side will be looking to consolidate their strong start to the season.” C grade: Famie Needham “C grade's goal this season is to build on the hard work of last year that saw us just miss out playing the grand final by a couple of goals. The team has basically remained the same from last year and so far has displayed some real promise towards achieving their season goal with the team meeting some challenges and improving each week. Once consistency and confidence increase, our chances of success are looking promising. Thanks to Jorja McKinnon, third year as team manager.” D grade: Emma Collins “D grade have started the season off well with a number of good wins and a couple of tightly contested games that have seen them in 4th position so far. The team is working together well and now we are beginning to focus on improving team strategies and reducing our game errors. We are looking forward to continuing with a strong season.” 19 and under: Paula Birch “We have had a pretty decent start to the season with wins all round. Unfortunately due to illness, injury, holidays and music festivals we haven’t really had full attendance every game but we are working our way towards that. A big thank you

C grade action. Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY

B grade

Under 15 Division 1

Under 19s to the girls who have filled in and stepped up to help us out on the bench as well. We have addressed the second quarter slumps that plagued us for the first few games and have come away with some high intensity four quarter netball that we will need to continue for the next few weeks – taking on the top three sides. The two games that we didn’t get over the line on were close games that only had five- and six-goal differences and the girls have come pretty far in the past few weeks so we are looking to push top four very soon.” All Abilities: Rachael Mayor “The team hasn’t had the best start to the season as they have been dealing with injuries and sickness. But they turn up each week with a smile and miles of determination ready to get out and put their best on display ,which is what the game is all about.” 17 and under Division 1: coach Renee Scott, assistant Tahlia Sinnott “The team has settled nicely into the season and the oncourt performances have been inspiring. The side has shown a lot of potential with a number of the players having the chance to play in the senior ranks. This experience will assist the team in consolidating their position in the top four.” 17 and under Division 2: Laura Bell “The under 17 Division 2 girls have had a great start to the season winning their first three games. With one of our key goalers away for

these matches, a few of the girls have been thrown into unfamiliar territory in the goal ring but have taken it in their stride! Looking forward to what the rest of the season brings and commend the girls on their brilliant effort so far! Go Grubbers!!” 15 and under Division 1: Emma Whorlow, assistant Kirrilee Sing “The U15/1s are off to a roaring start this season with seven straight wins. We are putting in the hard work at training with particular emphasis on our defensive pressure down the court. We are looking forward to what the rest of the season has to offer.” 15 and under Division 2: Lorraine Birch “The 15/U2 team have had an amazing start to the season with wins in each game. The team is learning to work to together and there has already been some improvement in the girls skills. Keep up the good work girls.” 15 and under Division 3: Sue Thomson “The 15/3s have started their 2014 season strongly and working together as a team has them showing positive results. Their hard work on the accuracy of goals has made an impact and solid pressure in defence has them making many stoppages and turnovers.” 15 and under Division 4: Jordan Walter “The girls have had an excellent start to their season, and are currently undefeated. It is great to see them working together as

a team, and implementing skills and strategies learnt at training into their game. They are wonderful to work with, and I look forward to continuing a great season with them.” 13 and under Division 1: Lauren Ollis “The girls have had a fantastic start to the season. We’ve played a couple of challenging games already which has tested our determination, teamwork and communication. We continue to grow and develop well as individuals and as a team, not letting the tough games get the better of us. We hope to continue our success and look forward to the games ahead.” 13 and under Division 2: Bridget Taylor “Our season began extremely well, with nine skilful netballers, each with their own talents. Every game the girls have played with 100% commitment and dedication to what we have worked on at training. Each member of the team is preparing each week for whatever the opposition presents. Our rotating policy has really allowed the girls to try out all positions, and discover talents that they never thought possible. We are excited for the season ahead.” 13 and under Division 3: Paige Woolhouse “The girls have had an awesome start to the season and have shown great team work on and off the court. I can’t wait to see how they grow and develop their skills for the rest of the year.”

13 and under Division 4: Jesse Sutton “The girls have had some tough grading games under the lights at Kardinia Park. They all put in heaps of effort at training and on game day and have shown me the netball talents that they have. We are starting to see improvement throughout the whole team. They have been developing basic skills such as throwing, catching, defending and shooting.” 13 and under Division 5: Maddy Moroney “Under 13/5's are a vibrant bunch of girls excited to play and learn. They have played some excellent games so far and are ready and roaring for the rest of the season.” 11 and under Division 1: Maddie Goodger “These 12 lovely girls have gotten off to a flying start, showing off to the club that it's not just the big girls that are the stars! They have been a pleasure for us to coach so far, picking up skills so quickly. We can't thank enough for the support of the club and families of these talented young ladies. Can't help but smile watching the grins on the girl’s faces when playing and training.” 11 and under Division 2: Tanya Taylor “The girls are turning up to training with lots of enthusiasm and a willingness to learn and develop their netball skills. The attendance has been fantastic. Game time has been limited due to school holidays and cancellation due to rain. The girls are eager to take the court!”

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BFL downed by Casey Cardinia

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grove footy Andrew Higgins weaves his way out of trouble on the boundary line. Higgins was best afield and booted three goals. Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY

Action from the reserves match between Ocean Grove and Portarlington. The Grubbers won by 84 points. Pictures: LINDSAY KELLEY

Bellarine FL 9.12.66 def by Casey Cardinia FL 17.9.111

THE Bellarine Football League lost its interleague clash against Casey Cardinia Football League in their match at Simonds Stadium on Saturday. Final scores were Casey Cardinia Football League 17.9.111 to Bellarine Football League 9.12.66.

The BFL, which was the home side, led Casey Cardinia by 20 points at the quarter-time break, with the aid of a breeze. After the first term, Casey turned the game on its head and came away with a 45-point win in the end.

No Ocean Grove players took part in the interleague clash, although seven Grubbers were named in the initial 50-man squad. Gun Grubber midfielder Kelly Williams withdrew due to sickness in the lead up to the game.

Grove shrugs off brave Demons SCOREBOARD

OCEAN GROVE 20.21.141 def PORTARLINGTON 10.14.74 Goals: A. O'Callaghan 3, B. Warren 3, A. Bottomley 3, L. Rock 2, S. Fairway 2, K. Williams 2, J. Rawlings 2, S. Britt, R. O'Callaghan, A. Higgins Best: A. Higgins, S. Fairway, K. Long, D. Moroney, R. O'Callaghan, L. Rock

Ocean Grove's Sam Hedditch contests a ruck duel.

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OCEAN Grove bounced back from their round six loss against Barwon Heads to record a solid 67-point victory against Portarlington at home on Saturday May 17. The win cemented second place on the BFL ladder for the Grubbers, who now have a 6-1 record in 2014. It was not all smooth sailing as key senior personnel Sam Rankin (concussion), Brayden Warren (ankle), Kelly Williams (sore) and Matt Caldow (wrist) all failed to play out the match. Caldow was later transported to hospital to have an x-ray on his injured wrist. The Grubbers went into the match without star players including Max Rooke, Travis Gavin, Brandon Poulter and

Alex Bottomley kicked three goals.

playing coach Shane Jack. Ocean Grove put the Demons to the sword in the first term and set up a match winning 47-point lead. Ocean Grove coach, Shane Jack was impressed with how the Grubbers stamped their authority in the first half after an unconvincing win against Modewarre in round five and his side’s loss to Barwon Heads on May 10. “We wanted to put a stamp on the match in the first half, put it to bed and that is exactly what we did,” Jack told the Voice. “Obviously we only had one (player) on the bench in the second half.” Grubber players Aaron O’Callaghan, Brayden Warren and Alex Bottomley all kicked three goals. On-baller Andrew Higgins played arguably his best game to date in

the red and white in 2014 and provided great run across half-back and in the midfield. “He (Higgins) is a good quality young kid who runs and carries with the pill and uses the ball, so he has been a good asset for us,” Jack said. Portarlington challenged the undermanned Ocean Grove in the second half and outscored the Grubbers in the third quarter. Nicholas Daniele continued his bright start to 2014 for Port and finished with three goals. Ocean Grove steadied in the final term and held on to a 67-point win. IN other news, Ocean Grove recorded a 84-point win over Portarlington in the reserves. The win now gives the fourth-placed Grubbers a 5-2 record. Veteran Grubber Wayde Piec finished with five goals for the home side.

Skipper Liam Rock was among the best.

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Midfield battle MARK HEENAN

Boardriders out in style Shawn Todd progressed through to the final of the 13th Beach Boardriders final event of the aggregate season. Full story and more pictures on page 45. Picture: ELLIOT GRAY

SATURDAY’S mouthwatering BFL top of the table clash between Geelong Amateur and Ocean Grove will be a battle of the midfield according to Grubber coach Shane Jack. Ladder leader Geelong Amateur is the standout team this season with an unblemished 7-0 record, while the Grubbers are in second place after a 6-1 start. Amateur boasts a starstudded midfield with the likes of Baden Dodd, Ben Lavars, Tim Clark, Jarrod Westwood and playing co-coach Andrew Lovick all rotating through the middle. Jack expects the match to be won or lost in the centre of the ground. “In a lot of games it is in the midfield and they (Geelong Amateur) have put together a really good midfield,” Jack said. “We are happy with our midfield, it is out on their ground (and) it is a big ground and it is going to be the work rate of the midfielders and wingmen.” Equally Ocean Grove’s on-ball division is impressive with speed and their ability to take the game on as star pair Andrew Higgins and Kelly Williams are expected to come under close scrutiny from Amateur. Jack admitted Amateur’s

evenness in defence and attack was another key feature of their game. “I went and had a look at them and they have got good players all over the ground,” he said. “So it is a belief of the 18 (players) out on the ground to just do what we have been training to do and perform on game day. “They apply a lot of pressure, so it is controlling the football and making good decisions.” Geelong Amateur cocoach Cory Bauer agreed with Jack on where the game will be won, and said the Grubbers were a dangerous outfit. “Ocean Grove when they are up and about they are fairly quick,” Bauer said. “When they are taking the game on they can be fairly hard to stop with their small forward line – they have got some great smalls. It is fair to say that games can be won or lost in the midfield and this game will be no different.” The Grubbers will gain some valuable inclusions with Max Rooke, makeshift ruckman Brandon Poulter, key defender Mark Laidler and lively forward Travis Gavin all likely to play. Jack and key Grubber acquisition Daniel Maloney will both be sidelined with hamstring injuries. The game is on Saturday at Queens Park at 2.10pm.