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Traders concerns Sea Shepherd support

Local businesses, along with Audemia band members John Downey, David Lauritsen, Tony Calleja and Jacob Camilleri, are supporting the Sea Shepherd event later this month. For the full story, see page 2.

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DRYSDALE traders met on Wednesday night to share concerns about the proposed Coles development on Murradoc Road. The group of local retailers gathered at the Drysdale Hotel to discuss possible impacts on the community of what could be the fourth major supermarket in Drysdale, could have on the community. It came ahead of the City of Greater Geelong’s August 4 submission deadline. Concerns regarding the impact another big box national chain would have on the vibe and unique personality of the Drysdale town precinct were also discussed. AMCAL pharmacy owner Chris Walsh said he was concerned about the potential foot traff ic it would take away from Drysdale’s main centre of business. “If Coles does go ahead, I’m worried it will stop residents from visiting the shops around my pharmacy because it will draw people away from the main centre of business," he said. Continued page 2.

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Locals support event LOCAL businesses are supporting the upcoming Sea Shepard event being held this month. Presented by Clifton Springs band Audemia, who wowed audiences at the Big Day Out earlier this year, the community driven fundraiser is set to support local waters along the Bellarine Peninsula and beyond. Clifton Spring Events Organiser from Sea Shepherd Australia, Rachelle Calleja, got involved with the organisation after moving to the area in 2012. “I knew how integral the environment was to our own survival and began campaigning on environmental and social justice issues, and I threw myself into volunteer work with the Sea Shepherd Melbourne chapter." Managing the

Rachelle Calleja's daughter, Mia, supports the Sea Shepherd. band Audemia, with to once again defend the three children under the integrity of the Southern age of seven, Rachelle Ocean Whale Sanctuary,” has dedicated her time Rachelle explained. over the last month to The event will have a creating one of the biggest crew of local volunteers fundraisers she has ever and Antarctic Crew hosted. members from the Sea “The purpose of this Shepherd Ships educating fundraiser is to prepare event goers on what the the ships and Sea group endeavours to do to Shepherd Global with help protect local waters. everything they need to “If we do not stand up return to the Southern and confront the illegal Ocean in December 2015 whalers in the Southern

Ocean Whale Sanctuary, then I fear future generations will not have the opportunity to see these amazing creatures,” Rachelle told the Voice. As well as Audemia, the fundraiser will feature local musicians such as Paul Woseen from The Screaming Jets, RDZJB and Tim Hulsman. Local radio Pulse FM will be broadcasting live from the venue on the day, with plenty of entertainment for the kids. The event will be held in Portarlington at the Saints and Sailors Tapas Bar on July 20 from 11am to 6pm. Tickets will be available at the door for $15. For more information contact Rachelle at audemia@live.com. For more information on Sea Shepherd Australia, visit www.seashepherd.org.au.

Julia raises $3300 for cancer Drysdale’s Julia Grant has managed to raise over $3000 through holding an extra special morning tea. Supporting the Cancer Council, Julia had over 45 people attend the event, which was supported by many local businesses such as the Drysdale Football Club and Drysdale Village Pizza, to name a few. “I exceeded my fundraising goal which I am stoked about. I am very passionate about helping others and making a difference,” Julia, a recent university graduate, explained.

Julia Grant (in yellow) with her morning tea volunteers. The dedicated local and charity events as it decided to get involved is an area I would like to in various projects such as focus my career on,” Julia ‘Julia’s Biggest Morning said. This event was the first Tea’ to make a difference and to gain experience Julia has carried out and in event organising. “I she aims to get involved in particularly wanted to get many other events in the first hand experience in near future. the field of fundraising “A close friend of mine

CLIFTON SPRINGS Lions Club held its changeover night event for 2014. The elections for a new executive were held, with local councillor Rod McDonald and installing officer Bruce Hudgson in attendance. Jan Taylor was announced as the new president along with Mandy Webb as vice

president, Paul Taylor as second vice president, Robert Quarrell as third vice president, Denise Ainsworth as secretary and Kevin Ainsworth as treasurer. The new and growing clubs of 16 members have managed to give local and international projects and charities over $15,000 in the last financial year.

had cancer last year and I have friends who have loved ones affected by cancer,” Julia said. To support Julia’s fundraising for the cancer council, visit http://vic. cancercouncilfundraising. org.au/JuliasBiggestMo orningTea.

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NEW EXECUTIVE: Rod McDonald, Bruce Hudgson (installing officer), Denise Ainsworth (secretary), Robert Quarrell (3rd VP) Kevin Ainsworth (Treasurer) Paul Taylor 2nd VP) Mandy Webb (1st VP) and Jan Taylor (president).

Traders Coles concern Continued from front page. "I’m not sure Drysdale really needs another big box supermarket at this point in time and with the current population.” An independent report, commissioned by City of Greater Geelong, states that adding a fourth supermarket to the Drysdale area is understood to contribute to a 37% loss of trade for existing food and grocery traders and at least 50 local jobs would be lost. “I also want to make sure Drysdale’s closeknit community feel and village atmosphere is retained. Another large retailer, such as Coles, could really dilute this appeal,” Chris added. Local business identity Greg Collier said local businesses making submissions to the Council process was the only way to ensure decision makers were aware of how people feel about the project and to have any opportunity to influence the decision. “Small local traders who have built up their community businesses over many years and who contribute to the local community are likely to be impacted in some way. They deserve to have a say and they can do it by submitting a simple letter or email to the City of Greater Geelong,” Collier said. Drysdale business owners, retailers and residents who want more information about the proposed Coles development should visit www.geelongaustralia. com.au/council/ yoursay, or submit their concerns via email to strategicplanning@ geelongcit y.vic.gov.au. There is also a CoGG open information session this Tuesday night at the Springdale Neighbourhood Centre.

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Happy reunion

AROUND 40 past and present midweek women tennis players attended a reunion at Drysdale Tennis Club last weekend. Over the last 50 years, the club has fielded teams in the Tuesday Mid-Week Ladies Competition. “The ladies chatted and laughed the afternoon away and almost forgot about the tea, coffee and delicious scones, jam and cream,” organiser Robyn Sadler told the Voice. “There were so many good times and

experiences to remember and talk about. It was important to find out how old friends were travelling in life. Certainly everyone left feeling elated at catching up with their past friends,” Robyn added. The group is looking forward to another reunion in a few years time, with plans to include a reunion as part of the Drysdale Tennis Club 90th birthday celebrations in four years time, in the mix.

Kayla's state win DRYSDALE student Kayla Denham has done herself and Bellarine Secondary College proud, writes Stephanie Naylor. Kayla was announced the state winner of the VCAL Achievement Award in the category of StudentIntermediate Personal Development Skills for 2013. Receiving the state award from the Minister for Education Martin Dixon, Kayla was joined at Federation Square in Melbourne with her family and Bellarine Secondary College principal Mrs Alison Murphy and VCAL teacher Mrs Cheryl Linford. “Last year I was asked to come up with a School Improvement Project. I knew that the school had a problem in a number of rooms due to the heat that was generated, particularly in the summer months. I conducted a survey of all

rooms in the school to see which were heat-affected and which ones had fans or air conditioners installed. I then looked at which rooms should be the highest priority,” Kayla explained. Kayla further used her initiative to get some quotes on the installation of fans and was surprised to learn that a budget exceeding $10,000 would be needed. Knowing this sort of money was going to take more than a couple of sausage sizzles, she then decided to canvas the support of government representatives. Writing letters to local and state government members as well as our prime minister, she received correspondence back from them all. In Kayla’s words, there are three ways to describe her. “I’m determined, patient and will never give up,” Kayla said.

Kayla with Minister for Education Martin Dixon.

Youth benefit from Rotary THE Rotary Club of Drysdale has played a massive role involving local youths through its Bruno Callori Youth Artist Mentorship Award as well as the Youth Leadership program. Each year local secondary schools have been approached to encourage year 11 art students to submit pieces to the Rotary Club of Drysdale Easter Art Show where they are judged by local artist Jill Shalless. One student from each school is then selected to be mentored by Jill during the year. “Whilst doing the

Aaron Ford (BSC), Mitchell Allen (NSC), Jill Shalless (mentor artist), Jack Grayson (CC) and Courtney O'Reilly (GHS). mentorship the students are being assisted with their year 12 portfolio. The program was initiated to encourage youth in art, each year the challenge is

met with very evident, ever increasing improvement,” Caroline Rickard from Rotary told the Voice. This year, the recipients of the mentorships are

Courtney O'Reilly from Geelong High School, Aaron Ford from Bellarine Secondary College, Jack Grayson from Christian College and Mitchell Allen from Newcomb Secondary College. The Rotary Club of Drysdale also played part in sending two Portarlington girls – Layla Peacock and sister Gigi – to the Rotary Youth Leadership program held at Kangaroobie recently. The program will be offered next year and the Rotary Club of Drysdale wants people to nominate someone between the age of 18 and 25 to participate.

Ethan gets a big break ETHAN Karpathy wowed the judges on The Voice Kids last Sunday night. The Drysdale-based Saint Ignatius College student (pictured above and courtesy of Channel 9) made Ed Sheeran’s hit ‘Give Me Love’ his own, with Delta Goodrem and Team Madden both turning their chairs in the blind audition. Ethan explained on the show after performing how it was “the best feeling ever”. Delta explained to Ethan: “It was a little bit pitchy, but you have wonderful potential, you’re very handsome and a beautiful voice to start with and to work hard.” The program showed Ethan before his audition shuff ling cards, something that calms his nerves before performing on stage. The teen will go through to the next stage of the series which airs on Sunday at 6.30pm on Channel Nine.

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First prize for Bellarine BELLARINE Secondary College students won first prize at the ‘Cows Create Careers' presentation held at the Cobden Golf Club recently. The ‘Code Red Cows’ team members included students Emily Roberts, Bree Murphy and Jaimee Marles. These Bellarine Secondary College pupils won the senior section ahead of 14 other schools who participated from the South West Victorian region. “The Cows Create Careers Farm Module is a community, education and industry partnership. It is a significant Dairy Australia project designed to increase the awareness

of dairy industry careers in a very hands-on way. Secondary students are educated by rearing two three-weekold calves at school,” Bellarine Secondary College agriculture and horticulture teacher Leanne Hearn said. The program aims to demonstrate relationships between key learning areas in school and real-life professional applications and introduce students to education opportunities through vocational and university pathways. The Bellarine students were up against other schools such as Ballarat Grammar and Colac Secondary College.

Bree Murphy, Jaimee Marles and Emily Roberts.

Kids matter at Clifton Springs

what’s music/live events

• Pototo Shed, Drysdale - July 12 Ciao - July 15 Mary Queen of Scots - August 1 Christmas Wishes - August 8 Spud Dance - August 12 Highway of Lost Hearts - August 20 Just the Ticket • Springdale Community Centre Hall - Making waves music/ poetry arvo every third Sun of every month 2pm5.30pm

inclusive school culture. “It was an amazing day full of positives,” Clifton Springs Primary School staff member Brooke McKinley said. “To see students of all ages mixing and having fun and at the same time promoting our school values was so great to see,” she added. Kids Matter is an initiative which focuses on the positive mental wellbeing of children and families. It helps give students strategies to become positive, caring and resilient citizens. Each Monday morning, students are in mixed aged classes where they participate in a number of activities based around positive wellbeing.

areas of the Bellarine Peninsula including Clifton Springs / Drysdale, Leopold, Ocean Grove and Portarlington. To book ring 5251 3391

reading & writing

markets & fairs

• Buy Bellarine Produce Barn - Tuckerberry Farm Saturday-Sunday 9am3pm

classes & exhibtions

• Festival of Glass in Winter July 4-August 4 for more information visit www.festivalofglass.net.au

food/wine

THE ‘Kids Matter’ program was recently adopted by Clifton Springs Primary School and was celebrated by the whole school community. The day was full of fun activities, all linked with the school’s core values of 'Respect, Responsibility, Empathy, Innovation and Excellence'. There were sporting challenges, scavenger hunts, balloon science experiments and team building tasks among others. Junior and senior discos also added to the excitement, along with a special lunch and casual dress. Behind each activity was the key message that the school values are vital in maintaining a positive and

• Jack Rabbit Vineyard - Guided wine tastings and lunch available seven days, with dinner Friday and Saturday Ph: 5251

2233 • Curlewis Winery - Cellar Door is by appointment only. Ph: 5250 4567 • Leura Park Estate Sundays 12.30pm – 4.30pm Live music, sensational food and wines available Ph: 5253 3180 • Clifton Springs Golf Club - Friday night footy and raffle. - Courtesy bus operates on Friday and Saturday Nights from 5pm to 11pm. The vehicle covers the

get active

• Drysdale health Group 27-29 High Street - Strength training for over 50s program. Wednesday 5pm or 6.15. Ph: 5251 2958 • Drysdale Community Health Centre 21 Palmeston Street - Weight resistance training. Ph: 5251 2291

• Drysdale Library 18-20 Hancock Street - Every Tuesday and Thursday 10.30am Preschool Story Time - Every Wednesday 11.30am Baby TimeNursery Verses

family fun

• The Bellarine Railway - Steam and diesel train trips departing from Queenscliff and Drysdale Stations. Private carriage hire (pre-booked) is ideal for children’s birthdays or

groups of 20+. - Bellarine Rail Trail Run. August 8. - Day Out with Thomas October 11-14. Ph: 5258 2069

What’s On phone: 5255 3233 or email: journo@ocean grovevoice.com

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Drysdale falls just short DIVISION TWO Drysdale 1 vs Barwon 2 On a wet and miserable day, both Drysdale Soccer Clubs Division Two and Three teams travelled to Grovedale to take on Barwon Soccer Club on Sunday June 29. The Division Two game was played at a good pace and was full of open play and running from both sides. Both teams created opportunities but it was Barwon who scored after the 30 minute mark, with a long ball deceiving one defender before a large body of water took it away from the other defender and keeper. After the second half restart, Barwon were in again and somehow Drysdale were 2-0 even though they were creating chances at will. It didn’t take long for Drysdale to find their scoring boots though, with Danny Graham pulling one back for the visitors, and the game was back on. With time running out and fortunately for the Drysdale goalkeeper Engstrom, another large puddle prevented a third Barwon goal as the game finished at 2-1.

Drysdale women's match. DIVISION THREE Drysdale 1 vs Barwon 1 The Division Three team had 76 year-old keeper Everitt Nelson in goals, and six 17-year-old Hazara refugee players spread throughout the team. It was definitely a blend of youth, enthusiasm and experience. Drysdale showed they were up for plenty of running today and started attacking from the opening whistle, but it was Barwon who capitalised on a defensive error to open the scoring. Drysdale were not deterred from being behind though and continued to attack at every opportunity and with Hamid pulling one back for the visitors, everything appeared to be working. The second half was much like the first, with both teams chasing the

win and attacking at every opportunity, Drysdale created more forward attacks, but just couldn’t finish or find that final killer pass. Barwon obviously had enough and brought on their star Division 1 striker, but he was well contained by the Drysdale defence of McCallum, Carter and Natarjan and helped the game finish in a 1-1 draw. WOMEN’S TEAM A dream start to the 2014 season, saw Drysdale women’s soccer team win two of their first three matches. Drysdale has since hit a bump in the road and from rounds four to seven the club only won one match. Drysdale has won three wins from seven games and are currently equal fourth on the ladder.

Fierce contest during the Drysdale women's match.

Winter sports SAINT Ignatius College Year 7 and 8 ‘Winter Sport’ program is a sevento 10-week training and competition from the students in the sport of football, soccer and netball. All students are invited to trial for the teams and eventually squads are selected to train and play in a five week competition against other independent schools in the Geelong area. Drysdale based Saint Ignatius College entered 10 teams this year. “The program has allowed students to mix with other

Debbie Lu shows her year 8 soccer trophy. students across different homerooms and has allowed teachers, to see the students in a different light...and vice versa,” Saint Ignatius College Director of Sport Andrew Philp said.

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Two in row for Hawks SCOREBOARD DRYSDALE 39.24.258 def NEWCOMB 3.5.23 GOALS: T. Dewey 11, M. O'Dowd 5, J.

Wilson 4, P. Davis 4, J. Hildebrand 2, J. Simons 2, K. Taylor 2, R. Holwell 2, J. Inglis 2, E. Hill, J. Jenkins , J. Ristevski, S. Bensted, J. Chandler BEST: J. Simons, T. Dewey, E. Hill, J. Wilson, J. Collins, M. O'Dowd

Dewey bags 11 as Drysdale completes mammoth win DRYSDALE forward Tom Dewey starred with 11 goals in the Hawks' 235-point demolition over the winless Newcomb on Saturday July 5. Dewey, who is Drysdale’s leading goal kicker in 2014 with 42 goals, also bagged 11 majors in his side’s round f ive corresponding f ixture against Newcomb at Grinter Reserve. Dewey has booted 42 goals from 13 matches in 2014. Like their previous clash on Saturday May 3, Newcomb was no match for the home side at Drysdale Recreation Reserve after the Hawks trounced their opponents early with a comprehensive 12-goal f irst term blitz. Final scores were Drysdale 34.23.258 to Newcomb 3.5.23. Drysdale had 14 individual goalkickers in the win, as Mitchell O’Dowd booted f ive

majors, while teammates Jacob Wilson and Paul Davis also both kicked four goals apiece. Saturday’s thrashing of bottom-placed Newcomb Power has given fourth-placed Drysdale an 8-5 record after 13 rounds. The Hawks now have a one-game buffer on nearest rivals f ifthplaced Barwon Heads and reigning BFL premiers Queenscliff, which is in sixth position. Both the Seagulls and the Coutas have a 7-6 win loss record in 2014. MEANWHILE the Hawks’ next challenge is against Bellarine Football League ladder leader Geelong Amateur on Saturday July 19. Ammos are undefeated and are the raging premiership favourites. Senior game starts at 2.10pm at Queens Park. The BFL has a league bye on Saturday July 12.

Drysdale defeated Modewarre to end a three-game losing streak. Pictures courtesy of Modewarre Football Club

Losing streak comes to an end DRYSDALE snapped a three-game losing streak after the Hawks recorded a comprehensive 44-point win against Modewarre at Community Bank Oval on Saturday June 28. Prior to the round 13 Modewarre clash, the Hawks suffered big losses against fellow finals contenders Torquay, Queenscliff and Ocean Grove in the space of three weeks.

SCOREBOARD DRYSDALE 13.10.88 def MODEWARRE 6.8.44 GOALS: S. Brown 3, M. McGuire 2, R.

Holwell 2, B. Taylor , E. Hill, J. Inglis, J. Wilson, J. Hildebrand, T. Dewey BEST: J. Inglis, S. Brown, J. Simons, R. Holwell, T. McGuire, J. Collins Drysdale dominated the first quarter kicking

five goals to two majors against the home based

Warriors to hold a valuable 21-point lead at the first break. Modewarre fought back though in the second term and trailed by only nine points at half-time. The visitors set up the win with a third-quarter six goal blitz and led the Warriors, who were goalless in the third term, by 39 points at the final break. Drysdale scored three

goals to the home side’s two majors in the fourth quarter to claim a 44-point win in the end. For Drysdale, Steven Brown kicked three goals, while Mitch McGuire and Hawk captain Reece Holwell both booted two majors apiece. Hawks’ trio Brent Taylor, Warren Finlayson and Josh Rushton all made a welcome return after their injury layoff.

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JOINING THE NEST: new recruits David Hambrook, David Boyd, Taylor Cameron and Darren Cameron.

Hawks parade new recruits DRYSDALE Cricket Club has unveiled their new batch of recruits for the upcoming the 2014/15 season, writes Mark Heenan. New signings David Hambrook and David Boyd have joined the Hawks from Geelong Cricket Association Club St Peters. “Both players can really strengthen our middle

order batting,” Drysdale Cricket coach Shane Cutajar said. Cutajar was reappointed as Drysdale coach after the club’s annual general meeting in May. Meanwhile the Hawks have recruited former Wallington Cricket Club coach Darren Cameron, who is expected to occupy a leadership role

at Drysdale in 2014/15. Cameron joins his son Taylor who will don the whites for the Hawks this season. IN other news, Drysdale will begin its pre-season schedule at Barwon Valley Activity Centre in Belmont on Wednesday August 6 at 7pm.

Run home begins MARK HEENAN

DRYSDALE faces a challenging run to ensure it will play in this year’s Bellarine Football League finals. A string of three consecutive losses against Torquay, Queenscliff and Ocean Grove saw the Hawks fall to fourth place on the Bellarine Football League ladder after round 11. Drysdale faces two crucial games in the next two weeks against fellow BFL finalist aspirants Geelong Amateur and Torquay that is expected to seal their finals’ fate. After eight rounds, Drysdale were in second

position with a 6-2 record. “We were in second spot (after round eight) and were sort of looking to front up into this run in the last month and really give a good account of ourselves,” Drysdale senior coach John Fitzgerald told the Voice. “For a few reasons we have struggled to do that, but when you get to that stage you have just sort to hang in there, win the games you should win and then build as you are feeding players back in.” The Hawks play their final home and away fixture against fellow finals contenders Barwon Heads on Saturday August 18 in round 18.

Action from Drysdale's heavy loss to Ocean Grove. Picture: LINDSAY KELLEY

Round 14 vs Geelong Amateur (Saturday July 19; away) Round 15 vs Torquay (Saturday, 26 July; home) Round 16 vs Anglesea (Saturday, August 2; home) Round 17 vs Portarlington (Saturday, August 9; away)

Round 18 vs Barwon Heads (Saturday, August 16; away)