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Bright light move By Justin Flynn Ocean Grove has become the first town in Australia to benefit from the installation of an integrated streetlighting system. The street lights, on The Terrace, have the capacity to be turned up or down, emit 70 per cent less carbon emissions and cost 70 per cent less to run. The lightpoles have free wi-fi installed and four of them contain USB ports for charging mobile devices. The lights can also be used as CCTV cameras, which can be monitored from police stations and this is expected to be rolled out in the near future. The lights became fully operational on Wednesday 8 February. “Our smart lighting system has everyone talking. So far we’ve received inquiries and interest from New Zealand, Asia and Europe,” City of Greater Geelong general manager William Tieppo said. Mr Tieppo said the lighting innovation would provide some amazing benefits for local traders, residents

and people visiting Ocean Grove. “When people are in The Terrace they will be able to access free wifi that is connected to the lights,” he said. Ocean Grove Business Association lobbied hard for the City to install the lights in the town. “We lobbied for improved lighting in the street and the City of Greater Geelong suggested this innovative technology,” business association president Ty Simons said. “There will be four USB ports in the future outside various cafes.” The company behind the installation of the lights is Nordic Built and company director Claus Oustrop said the innovation behind the system was exciting. “Three systems have been incorporated into one street light,” he said. “CCTV can stream off the wi-fi and it can be set up to live stream at the police station. We’ve got a very sophisticated platform that has quality streaming. We think it’s good for the local traders who can promote their businesses.”

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Drug deal a saviour By Justin Flynn It was the news that Ocean Grovers Kate and Steven MacPherson had been waiting to hear since their son Brody was diagnosed with a rare form of cystic fibrosis at four weeks of age. Brody, 3, is now eligible to receive the wonderdrug Kalydeco, which treats the cause of cystic fibrosis (CF), not the symptoms. Previously the drug was only available to those over five years of age and at almost $300,000 per year for the drug, it was out of the MacPhersons’ reach. But after lengthy lobbying, the

Australian Government has made Kalydeco available on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme for children under six, which means Brody can start life-altering treatment almost immediately. “We’re in a state of shock and disbelief at the moment,” Brody’s mother Kate said. “We’ve been waiting three years for this. We’ve literally campaigned for this since the day we found out Brody had CF.” Only 30 children in Australia between the ages of two and five have Brody’s form of CF. Treatment with Kalydeco was available at a dramatically reduced

cost for kids over five, which was no help to Brody. But an agreement between Vertex Australia, which manufactures the drug, and the government now means that children like Brody can get immediate care. Kalydeco is the first medicine to target the underlying cause of CF in people who have a G551D or other gating (Class III) mutation in the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene 2. “We’re ecstatic - he’s just going to have a chance at a full and happy life,” Kate said. “We’re just so thankful they have given immediate access.

“It’s not a cure - Brody still has CF, but it’s a chance to stop the lung damage. The stress impacts on your relationship, finances and our daughter (Elisa, 6).” Brody will be able to access the drug after he undergoes a series of tests. “He’ll go to kinder next year in a stronger body to fight off all those bugs,” Kate said. “You hold them back and protect them as much as you can to be able to stop the disease in its tracks and now to not have to do that and just let him have a normal life is an absolute godsend.”

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Grovers tickled pink “Last year we had around 100 women in the old clubrooms and with more space this year, we hope to get well over the hundred mark," organiser Fiona Spiby said. Tickets for the afternoon tea are $25 and there will be a silent auction, raffles, a fashion parade provided by LamiSaru Boutique and after-match entertainment provided by Ocean Grove’s very own Sam Hanson. Walk-up tickets are available on the day. For more information email ogcricketclubsocialcommittee@ gmail.com

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Ocean Grove Cricket Club is busy preparing for its annual Pink Stumps day. The day raises fund for the McGrath Foundation which provides breast care nurses for those with breast cancer. This year the A Grade players will wear pink caps and batting pads on day one of the must-win game against Portarlington on 25 February at the Ray Menzies Oval, Shell Road Reserve. There will be a ladies' afternoon tea in the clubrooms from 3pm.

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Waves of joy The smiles on the dials said it all at the recent Ocean Grove Disabled Surfers event at the main beach. A bumper turn out of wouldbe surfers and helpers made sure everyone got their chance to catch a wave of pure joy. The next DSA event is on Sunday 5 March. Volunteers are always welcome.

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Festivus miracle It was a Festivus miracle as music lovers proved that a little rain was not going to dampen their enthusiasm for this annual event. Ocean Grove Park was jumpin' and jivin' from the opening set by the Bellarine VET band and continued right through some heavy downfalls until the last act of the night, Monique Brumby. Organiser Kat De Bruijn said numbers were up this year as around 800 people turned up for a big night

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out in the park. Early in the evening it was family time, with some impromptu footy matches going on in the outer and some determined revellers returning after taking the kids home to bed. “ We were definitely happy to see the numbers up this year despite the weather," organiser Kat said. “The traders were really happy and the food was good so we are already planning next year which we will hope will be even bigger."

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Sisters join in berry bliss Sisters Lottie and Poppy Hughes are blissing out at the thought of the upcoming Wallington Strawberry Fair. The girls joined Miss Berry Bliss in a recent taste test of this season’s latest harvest in preparation for the fair to be held on Sunday 5 March. Miss Bliss will be the star attraction of a mascot obstacle race when she takes on Drys-

dale’s Hawk, CFA Koala and and SES Platypus. Around 10,000 people are expected to attend the fair, which has been running for more than 30 years. All the usual attractions of the fair will be on offer including more than 50 market stalls, live music all day, as well pony rides, train and show rides, and all can be washed down with this year’s new temptation,

strawberry lemonade. Poo Lotto will also return by popular demand. Organiser Ms Kerrie Wrench said it was the fun atmosphere of the fair and its beautiful setting which was always the drawcard for local people. “It has become an icon for everybody to come along and join in the fun," Ms Wrench said.

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Ocean Grove life and health coach Ali Clyne undertook an unexpected journey when she was diagnosed with chronic fatigue. Eight years of long hours as a teacher had contributed to her feeling burnt out and questioning her career choice. Ali went on a mission to find a new life and career path for herself - something that was flexible, that she was passionate about and could use her own personal experience in. Undertaking an internationally certified course to become a life coach Ali found her calling in establishing a business working with young women who were in the same position she had been. “In becoming a life and health coach I wanted to help young women who had the same experiences as I had,” says Ali. “I wanted to support them to find their own unique approach to recovery, and for the life to be about thriving not just surviving.” Establishing her business Ali Clyne just 18 months ago, Ali’s coaching work has now been recognised with her being a finalist in the Beautiful You Coaching Academy 2015/16 International Awards in the ‘Book/Podcast/Product category’, as well as the ‘CEO Shine Award’. “I am so honoured to be a finalist in these awards. To be recognised alongside such incredible coaches from all over the world is a dream come true,” she said. The Beautiful You Coaching Academy Awards, being held on Friday 17 March at Mardo’s, Port Melbourne, will honour coaches in five categories who are at the cutting edge of the coaching industry. The CEO Shine Award is specifically for coaches who are consistently showing heart, commitment and authentic effort in serving their clients and building their business.

Support’s the word for new exploration of mums group A group of local mums are organising a series of sessions to educate and support new parents. The series is called Mumma’s Connect, and will run every few months and include speakers and workshops to discuss and explore a range of parenting related topics. Ocean Grove mum Liz Patterson realised parents needed a space to share knowledge about parenting topics when she was thinking about returning to work. Looking for guidance on how to manage the transition, she realised: “there is no professional development for parenting”. She spoke with other women from her mothers group and they all saw the value in creating a space for mums and parents to share, connect and be informed on a range of topics including returning to work, health and well-being and leadership in the family. The local mothers’ feelings on a need for a space for parents were supported in a 2012 Proctor and Gamble study that found that 87 per

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cent of mothers experienced feelings of isolation. Mumma’s Connect encourages mothers to reconnect with other mothers in the area and be informed in a non-judgmental and supportive environment. The first Mumma’s Connect session is - Returning To Work - the challenges and joys of returning to work after having a baby. It is being held on Friday 3 March, from 11am to 1pm, at the Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre. Three guest speakers who have worked full-time, part-time and stayed at home will be present as part of a panel. This will be followed by a Q&A session and an opportunity to reflect and share on your own experiences. A lunch will be included and is provided by The Driftwood Cafe. Registration is free and RSVP is by 22 February. Register at Try Booking https:// www.trybooking.com/256725. For more information go to the Mumma’s Connect Facebook page.

Mumma's Connect: Hollier Laver (baby Alex), Liz Patterson (baby Banjo) and Sarah Kelsall (baby Ruby). 164586

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Katie crafts an awesome show Tara Lynch takes a class. 164616

Balance and calm in Tara’s passion

Katie Rowe has been selected to perform at a prestigious drama concert. 164440 pleted in Year 10 and in the way she has been able to reflect on and evaluate her theatrical experiences ever since.” Tickets for the concert on 2 March are available to the public and can purchased through the Melbourne Recital Centre.

Tara Lynch is passionate about teaching yoga to adults and children with special needs. The Ocean Grover’s past few years have been dedicated to the cause and she regularly teaches at Barwon Valley Special School and Karringal Hub. Another Ocean Grove local, Megan Stolz, is co-ordinating the program at Karringal. Her students have multiple disabilities, neurological, physical and intellectual, and she works in consultation with occupational therapists, physiotherapists, teacher aides and teachers to develop a yoga program that is for everyone. On an average day, students enter the room concerned, anxious, exhausted, elevated and occasionally just right. By the end of the session, something has changed, they are still, centred, quiet and happy. Yoga helps the students manage pain and reduce worries and stress. Poses like Lions Breath or Happy Baby always bring a smile to their faces and encourage a physical release of frustration.

“Everyone feels they belong and are respected, valued and learning together. It is important the yoga teacher and staff all model positive, caring, calm, supportive behaviour. On some occasions I have noticed staff and students becoming one unit helping each other” Tara said. Many students have limited physical movement so are assisted by teacher aides to facilitate the postures. Some students are non-verbal so the staff are very aware of body language to connect with the student. There is a connection between the group consisting of teacher, assistants, volunteers and students. Concentration is enhanced through yoga. Balancing postures and breathing techniques (pranayama) improve mental awareness and focus. Smiles, sighs and laughter are all elicited. Yoga encourages body awareness, promotes better breathing, calms the nervous system and improves alertness and concentration. “I feel uplifted after teaching these sessions,” Tara said. “There is always laughter, jokes, mental clarity, gratitude, action and awareness all rolled into one.”

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Best feet forward Ocean Grove Bowling Club is holding its popular Community Bowls event again. Dubbed as 'barefoot bowls’ the social competition kicks off on Monday 27 February and has been a hit with businesses, clubs, community groups and individuals. The successful competition has

been popular and provides a good night of entertainment, giving participants the opportinity to socialise with other members of the community and learn about the game of bowls. Teams consist of four players (male, female or mixed) and cannot have an experienced bowler. You may enter as many teams as

you want and don’t have to field the same players each week. Prizes are awarded each week to the winning teams and the premier team at the end of the tournament will receive the Ocean Grove Voice trophy. Cost per team is $68 per night ($17 per player), which includes a

meal after the game. The comp runs on 27 February and 6, 13 and 20 March and starts at 6pm. Get your entry forms from reception at the bowling club (entries close on 20 February) and any queries can go to John McConville on 0407 096 811.

Butterbeer leaves a bad taste A local family went on a trip to the USA recently, and took The Voice along with them to Universal Studios in Hollywood, California. In particular, they went to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter exhibition where they got to sample some butterbeer. Butterbeer is featured in the Harry Potter movies and the Universal Studios version is nonalcoholic, and is a mix of creaming soda with butterscotch whipped cream. It was described as a 'sickly sweet concoction that took a long time to finish’ by our reader.

One clucky Aussie Ocean Grove’s resident celebrity chook, Flapper, just loves attention. She is pictured here posing for an Australia Day greeting card, made by Elaine Janes, who 'owns’ Flapper. Elaine makes the cards for all types of occasions and Flapper is only too happy to help out.

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Parliamentary Secretary for Regional Victoria Danielle Green attended the official opening of the Connewarre Wetland Centre on the Bellarine Peninsula, on Sunday 5 February, in a boost for wetland conservation and hunters alike. The Lake Connewarre State Game Reserve incorporates wetlands that are home to more than 150 bird species, and the centre will play an important education role by promoting wetland conservation and restoration. The official opening included guided wetland tours, educational activities for families and retrieving dog demonstrations.

Lake Connewarre State Game Reserve is one Victoria’s most significant wetlands and plays an important role in maintaining the ecological diversity of the Bellarine Peninsula. Wetland habitat is fast diminishing across the state, and State Game Reserves are critical in providing habitat for a range of wildlife, including threatened species. The reserve is considered a wetland of international significance under the Ramsar convention, and the unique and diverse habitats that comprise Lake Connewarre are an important breeding ground for birds and wildlife.

Wetlands Environmental Taskforce volunteers from Field and Game Australia have been working hard to restore the wetlands outside the hunting season and ensure they are preserved for future generations. The reserve offers Victorians a variety of leisure activities, such as picnicking, fishing and duck hunting, and is an important player in the Bellarine Peninsula’s tourism economy. Connewarre Wetland Centre will help support sustainable hunting in Victoria by promoting responsible hunting and educating hunters about respecting species and ecosystems.

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Cabaret queen on musical journey The ’Wild Woman’ of cabaret delivers her most sensational performance yet. Performing at the picturesque Bellarine Estate, Kelly Auty takes you back in time with her truly inspiring rendition of the world’s finest female performers throughout the 20th century. Captivating crowds with unforgettable hits, Kelly tours with her fabulous band of highly accomplished musicians, to take listeners on a nostalgic musical road trip. Kelly’s sensational vocals will again grace the stage trailing sell-out shows at the Melbourne Cabaret Festival 2015 and International Women’s Day, where audiences were captivated by her performance. Winning international praise for her ‘Wild Women’ phenomenal one-woman show, this critically acclaimed artist is equally at home singing soul, blues, gospel, jazz and country. Wowing audiences with an exceptionally researched, beautifully costumed and passionately performed show, Kelly’s humour and sensitivity to the women she portrays is mesmerising. She takes listeners on a powerful musical journey through the life and times of the most celebrated female singers from the 1950s all the way through to the 1980s. Kelly’s powerhouse vocals pay homage to legendary vocalists Edith Piaf, Aretha Franklin, Patsy Cline and many more in her show-stopping performance ’Backwards in High Heels’. Described as one of the hottest sing-

Kelly Auty's show is not to be missed. 164371 ers on the Australian music scene, Kelly has written and produced eight showstopping albums and has supported international artists such as Janis Ian, José Feliciano, John Rowles, Manhattan Transfer, Eric Burden, The Drifters and The Platters. Do not miss your chance to see Kelly’s spellbinding performance, as this worldclass artist belts out unforgettable hits with untamed energy and passion, bringing crowds across the country to their feet. Kelly will perform at Bellarine Estate on 8 March, see www.bellarineestate. com.au for more details.

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Drysdale Senior Citizens Hall ■ Making waves music/poetry arvo every fourth Sunday of the month, from 2pm5.30pm.

Maggie’s Bar ■ Thursday 16 February Rock Quiz, 7pm, bookings essential. ■ Friday 17 February, 7.30pm, Ziggy. ■ Saturday 18 February, 8pm, Leigh Keast. ■ Friday 24 February, Taste of the Terrace, Progressive Dinner, John Steveson. ■ Saturday 25 February, 8pm, Slyde Back.

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Take the opportunity by the reins Riding for the Disabled Barwon is looking for more volunteers. RDA Barwon is based in Wallington at the Koombahla Park Equestrian Centre. Sessions are held on Thursday and Friday mornings and cater for up to 40 young riders from all over the Geelong area. No specific skills are required beyond liking children and horses. There is a volunteers training session commencing at 9.30am on Thursday 23 February at Koombahla Park. Everyone is welcome. For more information contact Helen Buckley 0475 768 089 or Susan Dodson 0409 931 384. drink on arrival and a light supper. Wine available for $7 a glass. Tickets at Queenscliff Information Centre 5258 4843, Lyn 5255 26380 or Di 5256 1004.

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Rural Australia for Refugees ■ Writers event to raise money for Asylum Seekers Resource Centre. Arnold Zable, Alice Pung and Tony Birch will discuss their latest books. On 19 February, 4pm, at Queenscliff Uniting Church in Hesse Street, cost $30 per person covers the writers discussion, a free

■ Calisthenics classes incorporating dance, song, ballet and gymnastics with strength and creativity. 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove Recreation Hall. Contact oceangrovecalisthenics@gmail.com

Senior Citizens Hall Ocean Grove ■ Monday 9.15am, gentle exercises to music for 55-plus; 10.15am, gentle exercises to music for 65-plus. Call Marg 5255 1335. ■ Thursday 1pm, Craft Group.

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Ocean Grove Walkers ■ Tuesdays 9.30am, meet at the shelter in Ocean Grove Park except when taking bus, train or ferry trips. For further information contact Stan 5256 3920 or Helen 0411 534 899.

Koombahla Equestrian Park ■ Tuesday to Friday, after school riding programs special school holiday courses available. Ph: 5256 2742.

Bellarine Church of Christ Hall, 17 Tareeda Way, Ocean Grove ■ Last Wednesday of month, chat room, gentle fun activities, make new friends, afternoon tea. Free event from 1.30pm-3.30pm. Inquiries to Neville on 5255 2837.

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■ Mondays 1.30pm, exercises using chairs for all ages. Contact Marg on 5255 1335.

Ocean Grove Library, corner Presidents Avenue and The Avenue.

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■ First Thursday of every month, 10.45am, Morning Melodies. ■ Live acoustic music Friday nights, open mic nights Wednesday and Thursday nights. Inquiries 5254 1188. Wednesday to Saturday from 5pm.

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Yoga. Ph: 0413 955 331 or kerryn@bluewateryoga.org.au ■ Yoga classes. Tuesdays 6pm-7pm, The Pavillion (corner The Avenue and Presidents Avenue), Hatha fusion, beginners welcome. Contact Charlotte for a free class at info@ theyogabud.com.au, 0431 110 085. ■ Barwon Heads Yoga, classes are across Barwon Heads and Ocean Grove and all under-18s are free. Website: www.barwonheadsyoga.com.au. Contact Rache on 0430 515 424.

■ Tuesdays 7.45pm-10pm, Scottish Country Dance (formerly Ocean Grove). Ph: 5251 3393.

Barwon Heads Community Hall ■ Yoga and dance with Tara Lynch. Classes for all ages and abilities. Ph: 0435 481 920.

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■ Wednesday 7pm, 1st/2nd Ocean Grove Scout Group.

■ Tuckerberry Farm, Saturdays and Sundays, 9am-3pm.

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■ Beginners, Hatha, Vinyas and Svaroopa

■ Wednesdays 10.30am - Toddlertime. ■ Thursdays 11.30am, Babytime - Nursery Verses. ■ Mondays 10.30am - Preschool Storytime. ■ Third Tuesday of month 2.30pm-3.30pm, book chat for adults. Visit www.geelonglibraries.vic.gov.au

ARTS & CRAFTS Seachange Quilters of Barwon Heads ■ Quilt Show 2017, Friday 17 March 4pm7pm, Saturday 18 March 10am-4pm, Sunday 19 March 10am-4pm. Barwon Heads Community Hall, adult/child $2/free. Raffle quilt, guessing competitions, quality goods.

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Fourth Monday of every month

welcome. Phone 0418 524 873.

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, 7pm-9pm, (juniors/seniors) at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone Ian 5256 2242 or Peter 0400 093 831. Ocean Grove and District Men’s Shed - Monday, Tuesday and Friday, 9am to 3pm - and Wednesday, 9am to noon, 17 Smithton Grove. Phone Ted Price 5255 2595. Jujitsu, 6.30pm juniors, 7.30pm adults, Surfside Centre. Phone Steve 0438 019 991. Soft tennis, 1.30pm to 3.30pm at Memorial Hall. A social soft tennis gathering for women over 55. Phone Jeanette 5256 1633.

Combined Probus Club of Ocean Grove, 10am, Shell Road Sports Pavilion. Phone Bryan Olsen 5255 1821.

Last Tuesday of every month.

First Monday of every month Bellarine Fly Fishing Association, 7.30pm, Shannon Park, Shannon Avenue, Newtown. Phone Pat on 0414 959 248 or Bruce on 0407 361 319 or email bffa@hotmail.com Legacy Laurel Group of Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads, 1.30pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Draper Street. Details 5255 2820 or 5154 2873.

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 Dianne 0422 134 810. Ocean Grove-Surfside Mixed Probus Club, 10.30am Ocean Grove Bowling Club. Fun, fellowship, friendship. Visitors welcome, phone 5255 2074, surfsideprobus.org.au Bellarine Fly Fishing Association, 7.30pm, Shannon Park, Shannon Avenue, Newtown. Phone Pat 0414 959 248 or Bruce 0407 361 319 or bffa@hotmail.com

Tuesdays First Tuesday of each month If you are new to the area, or would just like to enjoy some time with other people, we invite you to join us at our Meet ‘n’ Greet morning tea. Venue is Springdale Neighbourhood Centre and we get together the first Tuesday of the month at 10.15am to enjoy a cuppa and a chat. There is no charge for this. Further details contact Jackie on 0439 473 244 or just come along on the day. Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 10am to noon (adults only) at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone Ian 5256 2242 or Peter 0400 093 831. Bellarine TOWN, 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 for a sing and a laugh. Phone Jo 5254 2670.

Second Tuesday of month National Seniors Bellarine Peninsula Branch meets at St James Church Hall, Collins Street, Drysdale, 2pm-4pm. Guest speaker on varying subjects related to seniors at each meeting. If you are over 50 and would like to make new friends you are welcome to join in. Contact Jackie on 0439 473 244 for info.

First and Third Tuesday of every month Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club, 7pm, Moorfield Park, Grubb Road. New Lions most

Bellarine for Refugees, Barwon Heads Community Garden, Barwon Heads, at 3.45pm. New members always welcome. Any inquiries, Margaret 0419 323 166.

Wednesdays Ocean Grove and District Men’s Shed, 9am to 1pm, 17 Smithton Grove. Phone 0475 418 377. After hours Bruce Ward 5255 8827. Chord Club - meet to make music: first and third Wednesday of the month, 4pm, at 101 The Terrace, Ocean Grove. 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. U3A Art Group: Drysdale meets every Wednesday, at 1.15pm, at Drysdale Tennis Club. Tutor is Dr Ted Reilly who usually gives a short talk on a technical topic such as ‘Fifty Shades of Red’ or on a lesser-known Australian artist like Dorrit Black, before members follow their own projects for two hours. Enrol by visiting on Wednesday, or by contacting the U3A office at Cobbin Farm, Grovedale, on 5244 5114 or mail@u3ageelong.org.au Second Wednesday of every month Bellarine (Ocean Grove) Parkinson’s Support Group, Church of Christ Hall, Tareeda Way, 1pm-2pm Parkinsong, 2.30pm-4pm Support Group with guest speakers. 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 clubhouse. Phone Peter 0419 782 629. Ocean Grove Evening VIEW Club, 6.30pm, Ocean Grove Bowling Club. Phone June Hansen 0422 142 882 for information. Ocean Grove Stamp Club, 10am, Senior Citizens Hall, 101 The Terrace. Phone Dianne 5255 1372.

Last Wednesday of every month Cancer Support Group, 10am, call Jean 0447 853 442 or Graeme 5255 3435.

Thursdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 10am to noon, at the Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove. Phone Ian 5256 2242 or Peter 0400 093 831.

First Thursday of every month Ocean Grove Nightlights CWA, 8pm, Ocean Grove Bowling Club. Visitors welcome. Phone Faye 5255 4430.

Last Thursday of every month Ocean Grove Coastcare, 7pm, Ocean Grove Bowling Club. Environmental activities to protect our coastline. Phone Fran 0429 237 661.

Fridays Queensclif Croquet Club, 'Introduction to Croquet’ sessions have commenced on Fridays from 1.30pm to 3pm in term one. For bookings, contact Ann 5278 3480 or Gail 5258 2270.

Saturdays Bellarine Table Tennis Club, 3pm-5pm, Memorial Hall, 123 The Avenue. Phone Ian 5256 2242 or Peter 0400 093 831. Coasters Social group. Social events for people of working age. Dining out, movies, trivia, bands/trivia nights. Details at www.groupspaces.com/coasters-social-group or phone 0411 952 598.

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worn for too long. Choose shoes that are comfortable with straps or laces (that hold to the feet), and have decent cushioning and support, whenever possible, especially for prolonged activity. Choose activity/sport appropriate shoes for sport and recreational activities. Don’t rely on technological advances in footwear to treat pain and discomfort or decrease the risk of injury. Proper advice and treatment from an experienced musculoskeletal podiatrist is the best way to prevent and treat problems. Don’t buy shoes that require a “breakin period”. Shoes should be comfortable immediately.

for footwear at the end of the day · Shop to accommodate for normal swelling. Feet can swell by up to 10 per cent during the course of a day. Be careful of off-the-shelf foot products including mass produced orthotics, innersoles and arch supports. Only devices prescribed by an experienced musculoskeletal or sports podiatrist should be used to ensure correct, effective and safe use. If you have any foot and leg pain, injuries or degenerative concerns you can get expert advice from the experienced Musculoskeletal Podiatrists’ at Foot and Leg Pain Clinics. Clinics are located across Melbourne and in Geelong at 92 Roslyn Road, Belmont. Call 1300 328 300.

Join in the recovery movement The Rehabilitation Movement is a brand new purpose-built physiotherapy clinic in Ocean Grove, offering a fresh and new approach to patient treatment. The physio clinic is staffed by physiotherapists Tom O’Halloran and Paul Fargher. Paul has established himself in the area for the past 30 years, while Tom has returned to Ocean Grove after five years in Melbourne. They have combined together to transition from Geelong Physiotherapy to the new The Rehabilitation Movement.? The clinic consists of indi-

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Relief from stress If you are seeking something more to life or relief from day-to-day stresses, it is worthwhile exploring the Satya Centre at 100 The Terrace Ocean Grove. This is the new centre for Samata Samashti Dharma commonly known as Samata Yoga. Samata Yoga is a metaphysical yoga for all who are striving to find contentment in life. Swami Durgananda, an Australian woman and an authentic guru, is the worldwide leader of Samata Samashti Dharma who has brought the teachings to Australia. At the Satya Centre there are weekly yoga and meditation classes, workshops that provide a deeper understanding into the metaphysical and spiritual essence of yoga, yogic festivals, chanting and retreats. There is also acupuncture, pulse di-

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Dressed to impress Looking Smart is a passionate local business, loves to serve the local community and loves employing people. They make uniform, workwear, business and individual branding and embroidery easy. So, you can save on petrol guzzling trips into Geelong. Looking Smart has it all. And, a great car park. “I love the Bellarine area and love how I can get almost everything I need here," Chris Carnaby says. At Looking Smart they have heard: “Oh, I didn’t know you

were here”, off and on, over the last year or so. Looking Smart has spent just over 11 years growing and being so busy she hasn’t been able to advertise a lot. So, spread the word on they do and have: Uniforms and workwear for all needs and purposes - kindergartens to brickies. Suiting for men and women. Great polos, T’s, shirts, hoodies, shorts, pants, jackets for blokes, women, kids - young and old.

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In step with flooring needs Personalised service and competitive prices - with over 25 years industry experience Bellarine Flooring offer the best flooring solutions to meet any requirement. Locally owned and operated out of Ocean Grove, their ex-

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Rough view of a lost wanderer above, and has a buff (yellowish beige) face and underparts. It has a short bill and yellow legs. Males are larger than females (19cm to 25cm in length). According to the 'Birds Australia Rarities Committee’ the BBS has only been seen in Australia nine times previously (this is number 10, I assume), so the bird is a vagrant, which means that it is an 'accidental’ visitor to our shores. The BBS breeds in North America and usually spends the nonbreeding season mainly in South America, particularly in Argentina. It is also a bird listed as 'near threatened’ in conservation status. So it’s amazing that one of these birds has decided to show up in the very muddy Lake Murdeduke near Winchelsea. I didn’t see the BBS but did find a ruff, which is another interesting shorebird. The ruff is quite long (30cm in length) and has a small head, medium-length bill, and a long neck. It has long legs that are usually yellow or orange. It was great to see so many other lovely birds, such as avocets, banded stilts, wedge-tailed eagles, rednecked stints, curlew sandpipers, sharp-tailed sandpipers, but alas no BBS. I heard on the grapevine that Denis and Robin from Bellarine Birdlife were going to Lake Murdeduke to see the BBS a few days later, so I invited myself along. Denis has a lot of local knowledge of Lake Murdeuke and also knew that the BBS preferred to feed in the vegetation surrounding the lake rather than the shoreline, so he knew where to look for it. And sure enough we saw it in all its glory. Thank you Denis and Robin for helping me see a very

rare bird. Speaking of shorebirds, I want to thank Kevin for sending me a beautiful photo of a red-necked stint, taken in Barwon Heads. It’s always lovely to see Kevin’s photos. Tom Fletcher was telling me that he has noticed a nesting colony of little egrets somewhere on the Bellarine Peninsula. This is very significant in that little egrets are a critically endangered species in Victoria, and this is only the second nesting colony ever noted in Victoria. I went down and heard the young in the nests, and they were very vocal indeed. Little egrets are a small white egret with black legs, a black bill, and a bright yellow face. In the breeding season the birds develop two ribbon-like head plumes, and other plumes on the back and breast. Thanks Tom for your observation - it’s fantastic. I walked around Blue Waters Lake one afternoon, and saw the smallest little dusky moorhen, which must have been newly hatched, but it was such a great swimmer. I watched the parents feed it for ages. The peace at BWL was severely interrupted by a collared sparrowhawk, which caused mass panic to all of the other birds. I think it was a sparrowhawk due to the long, square-shaped tail. Don’t forget there are still hooded plover nests around so please watch for signs on the beach and keep dogs under control. Happy birding and don’t fall in the mud! - Jen Carr, jennifer.carr6@bigpond.com

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BARWON COAST A NEW COASTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN: OCEAN GROVE SURF BEACH COMPLEX: In November last year, Barwon Coast and the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC), after a lengthy multi staged tender process, appointed architects Wood Marsh to develop the plans for the new Surf Beach Complex that will house the Dunes Café and the SLSC. Wood Marsh through a series of design workshops have progressed their work to the point that the schematic design is largely agreed. Next week that design will be reviewed by the Office of Victorian Government Architect and feedback provided to the Project Control Group within two weeks. The next steps include lodging a planning permit application with the City of Greater Geelong; releasing the plans for public comment and beginning the detailed design development. As this important community building progresses we will keep the community updated. OUR ENVIRONMENT The threatened Hooded Plover beach nesting bird is vulnerable to human impacts and dog’s off-leash. At present we have a scrape with two eggs which are due to hatch around the 27th January, and located between 19W and 20W ocean beach side of The Spit in Ocean Grove. A Hooded Plover scrape at this location is rare, and we are seeking the support from the community to help us get these vulnerable birds over the line to successfully raise their chicks. Should you come across wildlife on our beaches, please notify Barwon Coast, or the AGL Marine Response Unit on 1300 245 678. HOW YOU CAN HELP: Our dog control orders change on the 1st February allowing dog’s greater access to our beaches, but they must be on a leash or under supervised control in the designated areas. Please be aware we still have prohibited zones for dogs on beaches. Supervised control requires you to have a dog lead, your dog must be able to be recalled immediately, not rush up to or harass people, other dogs or wildlife, and must not enter wildlife zones; in particular Hooded Plover fenced off areas. Please keep your dogs on leash in all car parks, walking pathways, trails and access stairways. Go to www.barwoncoast.com.au for the existing dog control orders. RESPONSIBLE BEACH BEHAVIOUR Our sand dunes are important habitats for the native flora and fauna, but more importantly provide us with safe beach access. When coming to the beach, please ensure you access by the formal pathways provided for your safety. These pathways are identifiable by the beach access numbers; i.e. 14W. It is important for your own safety as well to stay out of the dunes and only recreate along the intertidal zones of our coastline, or the open space areas provided.

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COASTAL MANAGEMENT PLAN Barwon Coast public consultation phase for the development of the new Coastal Management Plan has now closed. The committee is pleased with the wealth of information received from the community. Our consultants, in partnership with the committee will collate all comments and use this information to draft the Coastal Management Plan. It is anticipated that sometime in March 2017, the draft plan will be released to the community for review and comment on over a 6 week period. The final plan will then be endorsed by the Committee and submitted to the Minister of Environment for approval and implementation. Watch this space as Barwon Coast will advise when the draft plan will become available for comment. 31W Beach Access – ‘Cylinders’ on 13th Beach Road Now the summer crowds have thinned and the work demands created by the peak season have reduced work has resumed on the construction of the replacement staircase at beach access 31W. The 20 metre high staircase is expected to be completed by Easter. Barwon Coast thanks the community for its patience during the planning and construction phases of this important project.

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It’s been another lovely few weeks around the Bellarine, enhanced by some welcome rain on the weekend. I read on Birdline Victoria that a buff-breasted sandpiper (BBS) had been seen at Lake Murdeduke, near Whinchelsea, in mid-January. As I still had another few days off before returning to work, I thought I’d take a drive down there. I consulted Google Maps and off I went, completely forgetting that my insect repellent was not in the car after returning from Bermagui (it’s a big mistake to go on an outing without insect repellent). I must say that Google Maps was not at all helpful in locating the access to Lake Murdeduke, which is surrounded by farms. I drove around for at least an hour before stopping at a farm and asking a very young female farmer driving a big hay truck how to access the lake. She said “I bet you are here to see the bird", so I don’t think I was the first person to ask her how to get to Lake Murdeduke. Anyway, I found the lake, parked the car and proceeded to fall in the mud. In fact I was absolutely covered in it from head to toe, but fortunately managed to keep my camera clean (thank goodness). I thought to myself that my trip to Lake Murdeduke could have been going better and I was very relieved that I was the only person there as I must have been a sight for sore eyes. I dangled myself in the lake off some rocks to clean myself, and then proceeded to look for the BBS. The BBS is a migratory shorebird, and it has brown plumage

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Hard-fought win to the Grove OCEAN GROVE JUNIOR CRICKET Under 17: Ocean Grove 4/218 def Jan Juc 192 The Round 10 match between Ocean Grove and Jan Juc was played at Bob Petit Reserve in Jan Juc. Fletcher Long won the toss for Ocean Grove and decided to bat. Nathan Scarpa got Ocean Grove off to a strong start with an excellent innings of 73. Brad Walder (50 not out) and Charlie Walter (33) then combined for a hard hitting partnership of 76, ensuring that Ocean Grove would post a competitive score of 4/218. In reply, Jan Juc started well but faltered in the face of some inspired bowling from Charlie Walter (4/26) and Max Sutton (3/22). The other wicket takers were Bailey LeMaistre (1/15), Fletcher Long (1/34) and Flynn Hardiman (1/44). Brad Walder took two catches that he described as “epic”. A good team effort in the field eventually resulted in Jan Juc being bowled out for 192, and the hard-fought win keeps Ocean Grove in the hunt for the finals. Under 15: Drysdale 143 def Ocean Grove (1) Ocean Grove lost to Drysdale in the T20 match at Drysdale’s superbly grassed Recreation Reserve. Both teams were impatient when batting, losing wickets too rapidly and too early, although, after winning the toss and batting first, Drysdale’s strong middle order settled into building a team innings of 143. The best of the bowlers was Cooper Ward who picked up 2/16 from 4 overs. Wickets fell along with the rain at the start of the Ocean Grove reply. Drysdale were comfortably ahead in the game until the stirring last wicket stand from Hayden Ewart and Josh Kuipers. These two

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T. Higgins 164793 M. Keck 164793 first-year Under 15s played with pluck, chasing the total across an unbeaten 63-run stand that caused Drysdale enough worry to bring their big fast bowler back on in the falling rain and dying light. In maybe his best innings yet for OG, Hayden Ewart finished 44 not out and Josh Kuipers supported him ably with 12 not out. It was ultimately unsuccessful with OG finishing 18 runs short of victory, but these two young cricketers showed the value of a determined batting partnership. Under 13: Ocean Grove Swans 9/273 def Ocean Grove Grubbers 7/162 Round 10 saw Ocean Grove Swans face off against Ocean Grove Grubbers. The Grubbers won the toss and elected to bat first. The Grubbers began slowly but surely with solid batting

contributions from Oscar Walter (26), Alex Joyce (22) and Andrew Schoch (19). The Grubbers posting a good score of 7/162. The Swans bowlers bowled very tightly and shared the wickets around. The best performers being Luke Ewart (1/5) and Fletch Keck (1/7). The Swans in reply started the run chase in fine style with a devastating knock from Fletch Keck (78 not out), Merrick Platt (32), Luke Ewart (33) and Billy Dawson (33). The Swans were looking like running out easy winners when Andrew Schoch shocked the Swans batsmen with a fiery spell of bowling (4/26) supported by Oscar Walter (2/20), and all of a sudden the Swans crashed to 9/185. Harry Patterson (22 not out) and Fletch Keck then showed great leadership to play out an impressive (89) last wicket stand to enable the Swans to run out victors with 9/273.

Cobras get a big lesson COBRAS JUNIOR CRICKET Collendina Under 13s travelled to Barwon Heads and faced a well-drilled opponent. The Cobras bowled first on a wet outfield and struggled with the slippery ball which was a good lesson in cricket. Ned and Zak Poynder opened up and got an early wicket and Alex Gibbon swung the ball around to get his first wicket in Under 13s. The team then batted and faced some terrific line and length bowling by Barwon Heads. The team made 64 with Max McLachlan (11) and Koby Welch (8) providing some backbone to the innings. Barwon Heads made 8/238 for an easy victory. Zak Poynder had fine figures of 2/9 and Alex Gibbon grabbed another wicket with James Devine taking a fantastic diving catch as keeper. The team had some batting practice for the second innings and Lachie Norton (25 not out) and Jamieson Renkauskas (5 not out) showed the future looks very bright for the Cobras. Looking forward to next week challenge against Queenscliff. The Cobras Under 15s found themselves at home in

this Round 10 two-day game against the Highton Cricket Club. Captain Xavier Norman won the toss and elected to bat on a perfect morning for cricket. The Cobras are coming off a much deserved win and all batsmen would be keen to back this up with another solid performance. Izaak Terhorst opened the batting along with Norman. The openers got the score to 37 before Terhorst (11) was dismissed. Sam Donegan continued the solid start with a well-made 14. At 2/67 the Cobras were looking good. Nick Gibbon (15), Kye Annand(10) and Brodie Muscat all got starts and batted well to go along with another fine performance from Norman (38). Charlie Every in his best performance this season remained 27 not out as the last wicket fell. The Cobras made it to a very competitive 177, however, the Highton outfit are located in the top part of the ladder so a good bowling performance will be required on day two. Isaac Hale and Brodie Muscat opened the bowling in overcast conditions at the Snake Pit. The start couldn’t have been better. Hale cleaned bowled batsmen one and three with balls one

and three of his first over to have Highton 2/0 after three balls. Hale finished with the figures of 2/2 off four overs and Muscat broke through with the last ball off his fourth over to finish with the figures of 1/12. A very good opening bowling partnership is starting to emerge. Highton were 3/15 after 8 overs and in a lot of trouble. They fought back well and went to tea with the score on 3/59, they were right back in the game and starting to slowly gain momentum. A breakthrough was needed. Nick Gibbon and Charlie Every kicked things off after tea. Gibbon struck on the third and fourth balls of his first over to swing the game back in the Cobras favour. He went on to take 3/6 off four overs. Every also bowled well and cleaned up the tail with the great figures of 3/7 off four overs. Izaak Terhorst was great in the field with three catches and along with a run out with Gibbon and Sam Donegan combining, Highton finished on 10/73. A 100-run win for the Cobras and two in a row. They will be very keen to make it three in a row as they travel into St Albans in the final game off the season.

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Ocean Grove takes prize The 30th year of the most prestigious Men’s Fours event in the state once again did not fail to deliver the excitement and interest right up until the final bowl was delivered. Never before have the players seen the leader board change so much in the final two rounds of competition as the local Ocean Grove team of Ken Thomas, Mick West, Tony Joel and Skipper Matt Flapper replicated a Steven Bradbury Winter Olympic moment. Going into day three and playing their seventh game of 15 ends, the Grovers were positioned fifth on the leader board with five wins from their six games. Overnight leaders, and undefeated on five wins and a draw, the Mitcham combination of George Hindi, Barry Ward, Jamie Sloan and Stephen Milsted faced the challenge of a red hot team skipped by former State representative Scott Mortimer in Round 7. Hot on the heels of Milsted were defending champions Jim Fitzpatrick (COG), Lance Kelly and Cal Inderberg (Drysdale) and Brendan Umbers (Lara). With only one blemish to their name they were making their mark on the RT Edgar Classic once again whilst trying for that elusive back to back classic victory. As Milsted failed to capitalise on his overnight position going down to Mortimer, Umbers advanced to top of the standings with a win over the Creswick Gerry Flapper team. Essendon’s Jay Bye-Norris teamed up with dad Colin, Steve Purvinas and Danny Dugina jumped into contention with a solid 23-9 victory against Drysdale’s Brian Bull Bennett and sat on the heels of Umbers. The final round provided more excitement as the Clifton Spring boys Rick Nichol, Rick Webb, Larry Donohue and Skipper Matt Robertson (Benalla) coming off a round seven thumping were going head to head with the event leaders. With all eyes locked on their scoreboard Robertson needing to bounce back from their morning defeat to have any chance of finishing in the top ten made their mark and

started to gain control of the match from the tenth end. On the green adjacent Flapper’s Ocean Grove team were waiting their opportunity after winning game seven and a nose in front of Highton’s Graeme Wright in Round 8. Bye-Norris on the carpet against the powerful Burleigh Heads team skipped by Gary Pearson finished their tournament in style relegating the Essendon side to fourth. Robertson got the spoils against Umbers, Milsted rebounded to win the final game, Flapper the last team to finish on the grass held on to win the final end and win the $18,000 RT Edgar Classic Men’s Fours for 2017. Final leader board: Winners - Ken Thomas, Mick West, Tony Joel, Matt Flapper (Ocean Grove) 21 points + 38 Runners-up - George Hindi, Barry ward, Jamie Sloan, Steve Milsted (Mitcham) 19 points +30 Third - Jim Fitzpatrick, Lance Kelly, Cal Inderberg, Brendan Umbers (Composite) 18 points +61 Fourth - Jay Bye-Norris (Essendon) 18 points + 57 Fifth - Dan Mars (MCC) 18 points + 34 Sixth - Matt Robertson (Composite) 18 points + 12 Seventh - Jarrod Burt (Victoria) 17 points + 35 Eighth - Scott Mortimer (Melbourne) 16 points + 26 Ninth - Gary Pearson (Burleigh Heads) 16 points + 13 Tenth - Nick Doyle (Bareena) 15 points + 43 A big thank you to all players that took part in the event, including teams from as far as Queensland, NSW, NT and Tasmania. The club's business partners, RT Edgar and the team which have supported the event for nearly 10 years, are crucial to the success of the tournament, enabling them to maintain the status as the most prestigious fours event in the state due to the professional manner in which the volunteers and staff of the Ocean Grove Bowls Club look after the players during the course of the classic.

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Cobras are in box seat Collendina A Grade remains in the box seat for victory in their two-day clash against Barrabool despite a resilient batting performance from two Barrabool junior cricketers on Saturday. The ladder leaders bowled out Barrabool for 154 from 74.3 overs at Collendina. The Collendina bowling trio of Andy Higgins (3/29), Dean Britt (3/20) and coach Corey Walter (3/51) all took three wickets apiece. Walter said he was pleased with the day one outcome. “I would have taken 150 every time at the start of the day - when you get to that 68 and 69 over mark you sort don’t want to go into before stumps,” Walter said. “The pleasing thing is we bowled out Barrabool on day one.” At 7/98, the Bulls lower order bats were well led by impressive junior Tom Scott (26) who top scored for the visitors. Scott shared in an eighth-wicket 41run partnership with fellow youngster Finn McCombe (20). Both Scott and McCombe play Under 15s cricket at the Bulls. “A couple of their kids batted really well to their credit at the end,” Walter said. “They did really well.” The Cobras, who were without Charlie Lamb and Nathan Walter, need 155 for victory this Saturday. In B Grade, Collendina opener Michael Godfrey smashed an impressive 130 in their two-day clash at Bellarine Secondary College’s Ocean Grove

campus against Jan Juc. Godfrey shared in a 76-run partnership with Alastair Grant (24) while teammate Ashley Denneman scored 34. The Cobras finished at 7/256 from 75 overs. Collendina finished day one at 7/146 from its 60 overs in their twoday clash against Barrabool at Barrabool Oval. Cobra veteran Jamie Brennan top scored with 48. Barrabool cricketer Roger Roba who was given a guard of honour in his 300th game for the Bulls, finished with 1/5 from 5 overs. Collendina (1) cruised to a ninewicket victory over St Leonards (2) in their one-day match thanks to a fivewicket haul from Cobra Mark Fletcher at Charles McCarthy Oval. Fletcher finished with 5/20 from six overs. St Leonards (2) was all out for only 51 for 20.2 overs. In reply the Cobras finished at 1/61 from 10 overs. In other D Grade one-day games, Collendina (2) won by 63 runs against Drysdale at St Thomas Catholic Primary School. Batting first, the Cobras were all out for 165 from 38.2 overs. Collendina batsman David Farrell top scored with 58, while teammate Sam Hughes had a good game with both bat and ball after scoring 48 and finished with 3/7 from 6.2 overs. In reply, Drysdale were dismissed for 102 from 30.2 overs.

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Grubbers poised for a stunning victory over the Sharks Ocean Grove A Grade is on the verge of producing a stunning win over hot favourites Jan Juc after the visitors grabbed day one honours on 11 February. The Grubbers rolled the Sharks for only 145 from 65.4 overs and were on top at stumps at 0/23 on day one of its two-day clash at Jan Juc Park. A bye in Round 9 meant the Grubbers had the luxury to watch home side Collendina take on Jan Juc, the Sharks first loss in 2016-17, and execute its bowling plans. Thrilled Ocean Grove coach Paul Jubber said it was their best performance with the ball this season. “We are pretty excited about the day’s play,” said Jubber, who took 1/10 from seven overs. “We were able to derive a few plans from the bye ... you can make plans but ultimately you have got to execute your plans. “I thought the bowlers were exceptional - it was the best they had bowled all season.” Ocean Grove paceman Lindon Giuffrida destroyed the Shark top order bats Iva Priest (4), playing coach Ben Grinter (8) and Will Pomorin (28) with the first three wickets. Grubber Corey Buxton mopped up tail to finish with 4-13 from 11.4 overs with five maidens. “Lindon’s spell was what we expected from him each week and Corey bowled with a lot of maturity,” he said. The home side was on the ropes at 5/61 before Jan Juc pair Rick Wheeler (30) and Paul Hawkey (23) combined in a critical 51-run sixth-wicket partnership. Jubber said his side’s intensity in the field was a standout. Sitting in fifth spot, a victory over Jan Juc would go a long way to ensure Ocean Grove would play in its first A Grade finals campaign in four seasons. The Grubbers chased down 277 for victory against Drysdale in Round 9. Irrespective of finals, Jubber said

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Good running: Grubber pair Michael Carroll, left, and Jake Taylor run between the wickets in B Grade. 164796 the Grubbers had come a long way in 12 months. “We are very hungry for success ... if we did not make the finals I can tell you right now we are a much better club and team than what we were this

time last year,” Jubber said. Ocean Grove requires a further 123 runs for victory on Saturday with 10 wickets in hand. In B Grade, the Grubbers had set

Anglesea a challenging total at stumps in their two-day clash at Ray Menzies Oval. Ocean Grove compiled at 7/275 from their 75 overs. Grubber Michael Carroll was not out on 76, while Tom Beasley (50) scored a valuable half-century. Chris Hornsey was the leading wicket-taker for Anglesea with 3/71 from 23 overs. Ocean Grove bowled out Jan Juc for 199 from 59.4 overs in their twoday C Grade match at Ocean Grove Memorial Recreation Reserve.

Billy Foord-Engelsman was the standout bowler with his figures of 5/66 from 21.4 overs. Grubber pair Adam Spiby (2/33) and Ben Hanson (2/23) each claimed two wickets apiece. In D Grade, Grubber Troy Wiseman scored an unbeaten 101 and guided Ocean Grove to a seven-wicket victory over Wallington in their one-day game at Connewarre. Wallington was dismissed for 172 from 39.5 overs, in reply Ocean Grove finished at 3/178 from 37 overs with three overs to spare.

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Above: Enthusiastic pair: Ocean Grove SLSC Nippers Remy Roberts, left, and Campbell Asher compete at the Life Saving Victoria Picture: OCEAN GROVE SLSC state junior carnival at Lorne on Sunday. 164804 Right: Ocean Grove SLSC female competitors compete in the Under 13 girls board rescue. Picture: Stephanie Asher 164804

Local Nippers shine By Mark Heenan More than 100 Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club Nippers took part in the Life Saving Victoria junior carnival at Lorne on Sunday 12 February.

It was a big weekend for the Ocean Grove SLSC at Lorne after club senior competitors participated in the Masters Championships, a day earlier on Saturday.

Ocean Grove SLSC Junior Activities Manager, Gavin Mahoney, said the Lorne event was a qualifier for next month’s Junior State Championships in Warrnambool.

“It was a qualifier and lot of the kids performed well in reasonable sized surf at Lorne,” Mahoney said. “The surf would have been three foot.”

Ocean Grove SLSC Nippers will next compete in the Life Saving Victoria State Junior carnival in bay conditions at Hampton in Melbourne’s south east on Sunday 26 February.

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