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Line-up ready to light up Light of Day Australia has announced the first names for its 2017 Winter Gigs line-up. Heading to Ocean Grove for the 21 and 22 July shows will be Michael Spibey of the Badloves, Dreamboogie, Gallie and a return visit from Aussie legend Mike Rudd and Spectrum. This will be the fourth annual Light of Day Australia Winter Gigs which raise funds and awareness in the fight against Parkinson’s Disease. The first artists’ announcement was made during a well-supported sponsors event held at the Driftwood Cafe. The Driftwood Cafe is one of four Ocean Grove venues hosting the Winter Gigs along with Olive Pit Deli, Piping Hot Chicken Shop and Burger Grill and Maggie’s Bar. Musician and co-organiser Tony Armstrong welcomed the sponsors who got to watch a film show of last year’s event.
Paul Carrigg, Bec Mitchell, Leoh Mahney, Lynda Morrow, Phil Smurthwaite and Tony Armstong (front) were all at the Light of Day Australia launch in Ocean Grove. 167840 Picture: LIGHT OF DAY AUSTRALIA “We’ve had a great sponsors night. I’ve got to say the support of the local community in Ocean Grove, across the Bellarine and Geelong is outstanding. It’s so good to see,” he said. “We’re two to three months out and
it’s already looking very exciting.” More names will be added in the run up to the tickets sales opening early June. Last year the event sold out. In previous years artists have included saxophone player Eddie Manion from Bruce Springsteen’s E
Street Band, Anthony D’Amato from New Jersey, Chris Wilson and Diesel, Rebecca Barnard, Marshal Okell and Mark Lang from Skipping Girl Vinegar. Light of Day Australia donates the funds it raises equally to the Shake It
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New lease on life refurbishment of the Ocean Grove SLSC, which includes a major overhaul for the clubrooms and facility. Barwon Coast Committee general manager Gary McPike said: “As a publicly-owned building on Crown land it is essential that all interested parties have the opportunity to tender for this lease”. “The timing is perfect as the successful tender will have the opportunity to have input into the detailed design phase of the project, ensuring it is built to their requirements. Probity is paramount throughout the tender process, and all interested parties
will be afforded open, transparent and equitable opportunities to participate. BCCM expects the open and public tender process will deliver the best value for money outcome with direct benefits for all Victorians who use and enjoy the coast.” The tender is open now and closes on 19 May, with the outcome of the tender known by the end of May. The lease tender will be managed by BCCM, and commercial real estate agents Darcy Jarman have been engaged to undertake the marketing campaign. Architects Wood Marsh have been
engaged to complete the design work, with schematic plans and 3D renders soon to submitted to the City of Greater Geelong as part of a planning permit application. “The Ocean Grove foreshore and Surf Beach Complex provide significant economic, social, recreational and environmental values to the local community and all visitors to the site,” Mr McPike said. “Redeveloping the complex to provide increased levels of service for current and future generations is crucial and is broadly supported. It is envisaged that significant improvements will be
made to the facilities available for the lessee and patrons of the cafe facility.” The community will have the opportunity throughout May to comment on the proposed new building. Bellarine MP Lisa Neville attended the OGSLSC’s annual presentation night to congratulate lifesaving volunteers on their successful grants under the $15 million Emergency Services Volunteer Sustainability (ESVS) program. “Ocean Grove life savers do an incredible job and this funding will ensure they have access to the first-rate facilities they need to keep swimmers safe,” Ms Neville said.
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The Barwon Coast Committee of Management (BCCM) has called for tenders for a new 21-year lease at the Dunes Cafe site of the Ocean Grove Surf Beach complex. The open public tender process, which is consistent with Victorian Government policy and direction, has been timed to co-incide with the planning phase for a significant upgrade to the complex, which will include a $271,877 State Government grant to Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club for the construction of a new patrol tower. This is in addition to the $2.675m the government has delivered for the
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Trio awarded surf life-membership By Mark Heenan
New life-members, from left: Bo Chudosnik, Bill Strachan and John Fitzgerald. 167879 Pictures: MARK HEENAN MEDIA Ocean Grove SLSC club captain Bill Strachan with Barry Renton Memorial Best Competitor Award recipient Campbell Bohan. 167879 club in terms of labour of over numerous years.” Strachan, raised in Canada, got a fascination for the Ocean Grove surf at an early age in his adolescent years and was determined to succeed. Fitzgerald admitted he was humbled with the honour. “Had an awesome night, so proud and honoured,” he said. Pavia said it was “rare” for the club to induct three life-members in the same year. In other major developments, Bellarine MP Lisa Neville announced up to $272,000 in funding towards the construction of a new patrol tower as part of the club’s future re-development. Works are expected to begin in the coming months on the Ocean Grove SLSC refurbishment, which includes a major overhaul of the clubrooms and facility. Ms Neville, who spoke on the presentation night, said the fit-for-purpose
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John Bishop Memorial Best Clubman Award winner Nick Bohan with Bellarine MP Lisa Neville. 167879 patrol tower would ensure that it can cater for the fast-growing Bellarine region. “Ocean Grove (SLSC) life savers do an incredible job and this funding will ensure they have access to the first-rate facilities they need to keep swimmers safe,” Ms Neville said. Federal Corangamite MP Sarah Henderson was in attendance and addressed the audience.
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Three outstanding volunteer servants were inducted as life-members at the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club presentation night on Saturday 29 April. Recipients Bo Chudosnik, Bill Strachan and John Fitzgerald received standing ovations with the trio awarded the highest individual club honour at the end-of-season awards. Ocean Grove SLSC president David Pavia said its three new life-members had performed to an exceptional level with decades of experience and met its ‘frugal selection criteria’ for life-membership. “The reality is the Ocean Grove SLSC is very frugal in handing out life-members,” Pavia told the Voice. “It says life-membership is a great honour and so people have to perform to an outstanding level before they are considered. “So Bo (Chudosnik) obviously had extensive in patrolling and he has done enormous amount of patrol hours, his other works for the club have been in the training and assessment area where he has done a lot in First Aid, Bronze Re-qualification and Bronze Training. “Both Bill (Strachan) and Fitzy (John Fitzgerald) work in the club has been in the area of Surf Sport, they have also both been on the committee of management for lengthy periods. “In Fitzy’s case he has done a whole lot of officiating, in Bill’s case done a lot of coaching and both have done a lot of enormous hands on service to the
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Facing life with pride By Justin Flynn When Bronny Di Cecco crosses the finish line in the Great Ocean Road Running Festival, she hopes it can kick start a new life for herself and for others. Bronny suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and some days are so tough, she can’t leave the house. Her son Daniel, who Bronny describes as “one of the real success stories of mental health�, suffered from schizophrenia when he was 17, but is now leading a normal, happy life. She also lost her husband Joe in 2008 and life has been roller coaster since she was a child. But the 57-year-old Ocean Grover is determined to do something about it, and if in the process it can help others, then so be it. “If I can help just one person to not draw the curtains and stay at home then it will be worth it,� she said. “Mental illness, whether it be PTSD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia - there’s really nothing to be embarrassed about. Life can run smoothly and then you can hit a bump in the road and it’s part of being human. There is still a stigma attached to it.� The Great Ocean Road Running Festival (formerly the Great Ocean Road Marathon) will be held on 20 and 21 May and attracts thousands of participants. Bronny did the half-marathon in
2010 in tribute to her late husband, but said this time her motivation is different. Her goal is the cross the finish line with her current partner, Mick Weller, there to see it. “He’s my inspiration now,� she said. “He’s beaten prostate cancer, he has a pacemaker, but pushes through his barriers. He’s been an absolute rock for me and I want him to be at that finish line. This time I’m doing it to prove to myself that I can do it.� And in the process of completing the half-marathon and putting herself out there in this article, Bronny hopes to eventually break down the barriers that surround mental illness. “It takes more bravery to talk about it than it does to keep it in,� she said. “It happens without any real warning and it takes you into a place where you don’t want to be. We’re all on a fragile path in life. There is help, there is hope and there is support. It’s about extending the hand of friendship to people.� For now, Bronny is finding some success in dealing with her PTSD with hypnotherapy and after the Great Ocean Road Running Festival, she plans to get back into the workforce (she had a guest role in Neighbours in the late 1990s for seven episodes, and for two episodes in Blue Heelers), and perhaps sing again (she has not sung a note since Joe died).
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A group of close-knit mates has helped raise $825 for Beyondblue in the form of a Baby Boomers reunion, held at Easter. The self-proclaimed and tongue-in-cheek ‘Surfing Legends’, who meet at Endless Summer regularly, organised the event for Baby Boomers to reconnect with each other. Around 150 people attending the event at the Shell Road pavilion at Easter. Group members Stephen ‘Chooka’ Piec and Graham ‘Boonga’ McLean presold about 100 tickets, but were blown away when about 50 people turned up on the day. The group describes itself as a Men’s Shed where ordinary everyday local blokes go to talk and support each other. Chooka and Boonga stepped in to help out group member Ian Duckworth, who fell ill. Ian was also involved in organising the event, and it’s not the first time his two mates have helped out. “They have both filled the breach a couple of times as organisers for Beyond Blue,� he said. “The first time was the launching of my book
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Magda Lowey has just turned 90 and loves her life more each day. Magda has lived in Ocean Grove for 39 years after being born in Thessaloniki (Salonica), Greece, and then spending nine years in London. She is a member of the RSL, Legacy, two Probus clubs and the Bellarine Aquatic Centre, where she works out three to four times a week. “It’s been one big celebration - so many telephone calls, so many presents, but the best present of all is the love people have given to me,” Magda said. “Material things are not important when you are surrounded by so much love.” Magda has been overwhelmed with the support she has received from the Ocean Grove community. “I went in get my hair done (at Salon Utupia) and went to pay and she said ‘no, no, it’s free - happy birthday’. It would have been at least $80. Just those sorts of things - I’m very lucky,” she said. Magda loves Ocean Grove. “I’m very happy in Ocean Grove - you can do so much,” she said. “I love people, I love children and I love life - I’m a positive person. Life to me is what you make of it. You can isolate yourself or you can get out there and do something. As long as
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Diggers get their dues respect Ocean Grovers paid their respects to our fallen Diggers on Anzac Day. The dawn service was well attended, and the mid-morning parade and ceremony at Ocean Grove Park attracted a large gathering of over a thousand people. The 2017 Anzac Day service was opened by Ocean Grove Barwon Heads RSL Sub-Branch president Graham Fisher and was followed with a prayer by Rev Dr Jong Soo Park. Wreaths were laid by local organisations and students from local schools, and guest speaker Brad Clarke OAM delivered a fascinating speech. Caitlin McNaughton played The Last Post and the Recessional Choir played the New Zealand and Australian national anthems followed by the catafalque party dismount.
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Service shows how they care By Justin Flynn Ahead of National Volunteer Week, Bellarine police Senior Sargeant Shane Madigan has expressed his gratitude to local volunteers who work tirelessly for the Community Support Register. A team of dedicated volunteers man a small office at the police station in Ocean Grove from 9.30am to noon Monday to Friday, making calls and checking in on people who have registered for the community care initiative.
“On behalf of Victoria Police I want to publically thank them for the role that they play for our community,” Sen Sgt Madigan said. “It’s a terrific service of reassurance to the Bellarine community and they do a wonderful job.” The volunteers check in on people who register for the service to see if they are OK and their records are stored in a safe database so that police can access their information after hours in case of an emergency.
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Local Nippers star at recent awards By Mark Heenan
From left: Arabella Gruar, Kayla Forward, Eliza Clary, Jerry Kelly and Alexander Morgan. 167744 Pictures: MARK HEENAN MEDIA
New horizon: Outgoing Gavin Mahoney, left, passes on ‘water bottle mantle’ to incoming junior activities manager Darren Ball. Surf sport coordinator Shane Bird is pictured right. 167744
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Local Nippers were the stars on show at the recent Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club junior presentation awards ceremony. Proud parents, family members, volunteers and Ocean Grove SLSC personnel helped celebrate the Nipper achievements for 2016/17 at the surf clubrooms on 22 April. Ocean Grove SLSC finished overall in second place with a whopping tally of 305 points at Victorian State Junior Life Saving Championships held in Warrnambool in March. Ocean Grove was the highest ranked regional-based club and recorded more points than last season’s total at the state titles, while Melbourne-based Mentone Life Saving Club won overall honours with 367 points. Outgoing Ocean Grove SLSC junior activities manager Gavin Mahoney said it was an extremely successful season with great results from the state-wide competition events alongside the club surf sport and surf ed Nippers programs. Mahoney said about 130 Nippers competed across seven Nipper carnivals held in bay and surf conditions across Victoria and at the State Championships. “We get great satisfaction celebrating our surf sport competitors achievements in the sport, as well as the life saving techniques we teach both in our surf sport and surf ed Nippers (programs),” Mahoney told the Voice. Darren Ball will take the reins from Mahoney as the new club junior activities manager for 2017/18. Surf sport co-ordinator Shane Bird will remain in the same role next season.
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Big screen adventure Ocean Grove video editor Alex Evans played a major role in Tim Bonython’s epic new surf movie, The Big Wave Project: A Band of Brothers. Alex colour-graded the entire film from his office on The Terrace in collaboration with Bonython. Bonython is a surf photographer and film-maker and his latest movie is about big-wave surfing and was filmed all over the world. “It was a lot of work to do in one week,” Alex said. “Tim was here for the whole week and essentially we fitted in two weeks worth of work into one.” The movie will feature in the Australia Surf Movie Festival and will screen in 24 different venues, including Geelong, in six different states. “Being a surfer it’s something
I’m interested in and Tim shoots the most amazing stuff and is a really nice guy,” Alex said. “I probably watched the film five times in the week he was here but you have to look at it technically and not get too carried away with the actual movie. There are some pretty amazing moments that he captured.” One of the those moments was the near-death of surfer Aaron Gold, who was brought back to life by his big-wave surf ‘brothers’ on a boat after being unconscious underwater for two minutes after a wipe out at Cloudbreak, Fiji. Bonython got the entire rescue on film. The Big Wave Project: A Band of Brothers can be seen at Village Cinemas in Geelong on Saturday 3 June, at 4pm. Tickets from www. facebook.com/australiansurfmoviefestival
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In the best of good company Ocean Grove video editor Alex Evans and The Big Wave Project’s Tom Bonython at Alex’s office. 167834
Morning tea for cancer offers wave of support The Wave Ocean Grove Baptist Church is holding its sixth annual morning tea for cancer. The Colour Our World for Cancer morning tea is a fun event with auctions, prizes, food and of course, morning tea. “It’s a great opportunity for the community, and it brings the community together,“ church pastor Sandra Cooper said. “Fund-raising is increasing each year, and it’s really lots of fun while supporting a worthwhile cause. All of us, in some
shape or form, have been affected by cancer.“ Morning tea goers are encouraged to wear something pink or yellow. “We get tremendous support from local businesses,“ pastor Cooper said. The morning tea will be held at The Wave Ocean Grove Baptist Church on Thursday 18 May from 10am to noon and is $10 entry. Contact Sandra Cooper for bookings on 0418 890 457.
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If you’ve ever wanted to join the Ocean Grove on Barwon Ladies Probus Club, then now is your time. The club has 19 vacancies, the most in its 22 years of operation. Six of the original foundation members remain, but the club is searching for more members for its monthly catch up. “It’s gotten to the stage where we need more members,” life-member Margaret Gravett said. “A lot of us live alone and it’s important to have that contact with people,” president Marian Hosking said. “The group provides fellowship and friendship and wonderful outings.” Members enjoy a lunch at a local venue after every meeting and the club organises many outings and activities, including a walking group, book club, canasta games, shows at the Potato Shed, movies at Readings Cinemas, bus trips and coffee-and-cake chats. Any women interested in joining can go along to the monthly meetings, which are held on the third Wednesday of each month at St Peter’s Church Hall in Ocean Grove from 10am to noon or they contact Marian Hosking on 0439 383 927 or Anna Nicholson on 0418 171 787.
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Traffic issues Grubb Road - we have raised our concern with the lack of safe pedestrian and bicycle access from Oakdene estate to Shell Road. The council and VicRoads are now investigating possible temporary solutions. VicRoads have commenced the design propose to duplicate Grubb Road, which we believe will entail community consultation. We will now commence lobbying both levels of government for the funds to actually duplicate Grubb Road from the Bellarine Highway to The Parade. Any such duplication will be on the basis of maintaining and enhancing the native vegetation along Grubb Road and installing all power lines underground. Our aim is to have construction works commence in 2019.
Let us know if you have any other traffic issues that you want us to raise with VicRoads and/or the council. Removal of Grubb Road trees The OGCA, along with others, has submitted an objection to VCAT of the removal of 700 metres of trees along Grubb Road. We have proposed an alternative design solution which will significantly reduce the number of trees to be removed. We are awaiting the developer’s response. 2017 community forums We want your suggestions as to what community forums you would like us to organise in 2017. Some suggestions have been: Developing walking/bicycle track connecting Ocean Grove with Point Lonsdale.
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facility. So let us know your ideas. New committee members OGCA encourages people to become committee members and assist in facilitating community forums and lobby all levels of government for specific projects that will benefit Ocean Grove. The committee meets at 7pm on the first Wednesday of each month at the Ocean Grove Bowling Club board room. You are welcome to attend one of our meetings prior to becoming a committee member. Michael Harbour, Chairperson OGCA. www.ogca.com.au www.facebook.com/ oceangrovecommunityassociation
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Enter this date into your diary 6pm on Wednesday 17 May, at the Ocean Grove Bowling Club. Come and meet and ask questions of our councillors (three administrators). The council will not know what you want unless you tell them so it is important that you attend and advise them how to shape the future of Ocean Grove. OGCA AGM Our AGM will be held July/August. We are just waiting for confirmation from our guest speaker as to a suitable date. We will keep you informed. Geelong council election It is understood that we will be having council elections in October 2017. Once this is confirmed the OGCA will organise a council candidate forum to be held about four weeks prior to the election date.
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Bite worse than its bark Having recently read alarming stories about local dog attacks in Ocean Grove I was concerned but not personally alarmed as I’d not read of any attacks on people. That was until last Saturday when I encountered such an event outside our local library. Tied up across the footpath was a
male weimaraner type dog, although initially friendly (wagging its tail) as I walked past I extended my arm and carefully patted it - this may have been a risk but what followed was quite terrifying. I proceeded to walk to the entrance of the library when the dog leapt in the air snarling before sinking its teeth into my forearm, resulting in a painful wound and an end to my peaceful Saturday morning. My concerns are that not only would someone tie a dog like that
across the footpath even if they weren’t aware of such behaviour but if a child was on the end of the attack that I received the consequences may well have been a lot graver indeed. I am using this letter as a caution to other locals and in the hope that the owner of the dog if not aware be made aware of this behaviour and take appropriate precautions before another attack occurs. Charles El-Hage, Ocean Grove.
Make sweet melodies The Melodaires Entertainment Group requires the services of a keyboard player with the ability to accompany vocalists. The Melodaires entertain throughout the Bellarine area and specialise in Afternoon Melodies. Interested parties should contact Alan or Lorraine Wilson on 0447 751 697.
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Hilarity with Hannie on stage For a Mother’s Day present with a difference, tickets are now on sale for Australia’s most successful playwright Hannie Rayson’s latest performance at Drysdale’s Potato Shed venue in May. Get ready for a funny and personal evening with Australia’s most self-effacing, entertaining playwright and author Hannie Rayson who is thrilled to bring her new one woman show Hello, Beautiful! to the Bellarine on her Victorian tour. “At last, I’m excited. I can’t wait. I’ve been stuck working at home for years! I’ve been waving my plays off at Tullamarine airport for years - now it’s my turn for an adventure,” she said. In Hello, Beautiful! Rayson takes stories from her recent book of the same name and adds a few saucy tales that occurred to her later. She brings her childhood in the early ’60s to life and she looks back at her time at the vanguard of the sexual revolution. The ’70s roll in and Hannie finally moves into student accommodation, where the only place with hot water to
clean the dishes was the bath. So the dishes stayed dirty and so did they. From the early days of Theatreworks which she cofounded, to Hotel Sorrento on every school syllabus, to forays in Hollywood, Rayson presents theatre with humour, soul and biting observation. In this 60-minute show, Hannie gives an intimate look at her life and hilarious experiences. From the times when real men used to smell of beer to her relationship with journalist Michael Cathcart. Hannie Rayson is the author of 14 plays. A graduate of Melbourne University and the Victorian College of the Arts, she has an Honorary Doctorate of Letters from La Trobe University. Her plays have been performed throughout Australia and overseas, in English and in translation. Hello Beautiful! will be performed on Saturday 26 May at 8pm at the Potato Shed, 20-41 Peninsula Drive, Drysdale. Tickets can be booked at the Potato Shed or over the phone on 5251 1998 or at the City of Greater Geelong Customer Service Centre.
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Locals Ros Claringbold and Lloyd Smith are taking part in the 2017 ChallengeMD! Goldfields 400km Bike Ride to raise funds for Muscular Dystrophy. Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club is getting behind the duo by holding a trivia night to support the cause. The night will include a silent auction. The night will be held at Ocean Grove Bowling Club on 31 May. Meals start at 5.30pm and trivia begins at 7.15pm. Tables of eight can be booked for just $10 per person by calling 5255 1540 and further information is available from John Claringbold on 0425 750 387.
Barwon Heads Hotel ■ Check barwonheadshotel.com.au/Live_ Music.php for upcoming gigs. ■ Wednesdays, Master of Dartness and Poker, from 7pm. ■ Thursdays, Trivia Night, 7.30pm. ■ Friday Happy Hour, 5pm-7pm, raffle, live music. ■ Live acoustic covers in Bakbar Fridays, 10pm-1am. ■ DJs Saturdays, 10pm-1am.
Drysdale Senior Citizens Hall ■ Making waves music/poetry arvo every fourth Sunday of the month, from 2pm5.30pm.
Maggie’s Bar ■ Friday 12 May, Sarah Lynn, 7.30pm. ■ Saturday 13 May, Maggie’s first birthday party.
Ocean Grove Bowling Club ■ Saturday April 29, Chrissy, 7.30pm. ■ Happy hour, 5pm-6pm weekdays (excluding public holidays).
Ocean Grove Hotel ■ First Thursday of every month, 10.45am, Morning Melodies.
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■ Tuesdays 7.45pm-10pm, Scottish Country Dance (formerly Ocean Grove). Ph: 5251 3393.
READING AND WRITING Ocean Grove Library, corner Presidents Avenue and The Avenue.
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■ 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
■ Open weekends and public holidays, 11am5pm, new release wines, gourmet platters and classic car displays. Phone: 5250 5760.
Car Boot Sale ■ Ocean Grove Park Association car boot sale at the Park Saturday 6 May. All proceeds to maintaining the community park. Sites $15. To book a site email president@oceangrovepark.org.au or phone 0439 607 888.
GET ACTIVE Ocean Grove Callisthenics, Ocean Grove Recreation Hall
Senior Citizens Hall Ocean Grove
Barwon Heads Community Hall ■ Monthly market, last Saturday of the month, 9am-1pm.
Leura Park Estate ■ Sundays 12.30pm-4.30pm, live music, sen-
■ Classes on Tuesday 6.15pm, Wednesday 9.30am, 11am and 6.30pm, Saturday 8am. Meditation class Thursday 6.30pm. Satya Centre, 100 The Terrace, Ocean Grove. T. Kabir 0428 673 077 or Mirabhai 0423 691 168.
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MARKETS AND FAIRS Bellarine Community Farmers’ Market
■ Tuckerberry Farm, Saturdays and Sundays, 9am-3pm.
Samata Yoga
sational food and wine. Phone: 5253 3180.
■ Calisthenics classes incorporating dance, song, ballet and gymnastics with strength and creativity. 123 The Avenue, Ocean Grove Recreation Hall. Contact oceangrovecalisthenics@gmail.com
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■ Last Wednesday of month, chatroom, 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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■ Live acoustic music Friday nights, open mic nights Wednesday and Thursday nights. Inquiries 5254 1188. Wednesday to Saturday from 5pm.
■ Third Saturday of month, 9am-1pm, Ocean Grove Park.
Bellarine Church of Christ Hall, 17 Tareeda Way, 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.
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.
■ Yoga and dance with Tara Lynch. Classes for all ages and abilities. Ph: 0435 481 920.
Ocean Grove Scout Hall, The Avenue Ocean Grove ■ Wednesday 7pm, 1st/2nd Ocean Grove Scout Group.
Yoga classes in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads ■ Beginners, Hatha, Vinyas and Svaroopa 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.
Ocean Grove Neighbourhood Centre ■ Program with a range of courses, classes and fun activities. Ph: 5255 4294.
HEALTH AND WELL-BEING Ocean Grove Hotel ■ Last Friday of every month 1pm-3pm, Breast Cancer Support Group (lunch and nibbles). Details Julie Rodger 0435 362 573.
Well Women’s Clinics at Ocean Grove, Portarlington and Point Lonsdale
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■ Staffed by qualified registered nurses: pap tests, breast health advice and checks, menopause and contraception advice. Appointments (free) phone 5258 0812. ■ Tuesday 6.15pm, Wednesday 9.30am, 11am, 6.30pm, Saturday 8am. ■ Meditation class: Thursday 6.30pm, Satya Centre, 100 The Terrace, Ocean Grove. T. Kabir 0428 673 077 or Mirabhai 0423 691 168.
■ Tuesday to Friday, after school riding programs special school holiday courses available. Ph: 5256 2742.
What’s On: phone 5255 3233 or email newsdesk@voicegroup.com.au
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.
Clubs meet Mondays
Fourth Monday of every month
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.
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
Moorfield Park, Grubb Road. New Lions most welcome. Phone 0418 524 873. Last Tuesday of every month. 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
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.
Second Wednesday of every month
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Ocean Grove on Barwon Probus Club, 9.45am, St Peter’s Church Hall.
Ocean Grove Barwon Heads Lions Club, 7pm,
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
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 Queenscliff Croquet Club, ‘Introduction to Croquet’ sessions on Fridays from 1.30 to 3pm. 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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Slice of pizza perfection When Ocean Grovers think about pizza, they inevitably turn to the tried and true option - Ocean Grove Pizza and Pasta. The team at Ocean Grove Pizza has been delivering quality pizzas and pastas to locals and holidaymakers for years. What not try one of the new gourmet pizzas on offer. The gourmet vegetarian is a vegie lover’s delight, while the peri peri has delicious marinated chicken strips and the pork belly, well that needs no introduction. One of the most-popular specials is the ‘two large pizzas’ deal where you can order two scrumptious pizzas for $33. Of course the team doesn’t just specialise in pizza. There’s an extensive range of pastas to choose from, as well as rissotto, breads and dips, desserts and salads. With two great locations, on The Terrace and at Marketplace, Ocean Grove Pizza and Pasta should be your next choice for a quality family meal. The shop at 80 The Terrace is open daily from 5pm to 11pm for dine-in, take-away and delivery. Phone 5255 5555. At Marketplace, you can order take-away or delivery on 5255 3040. Closed Monday and Tuesday. You can also order online at oceangrovepizza.com.au
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Spring into a new lifestyle Pinnacle Living invites all to visit its latest village, called Bellarine Springs, located in charming Drysdale. “Pinnacle Living distinguishes itself in the eyes of our residents, staff and stakeholders by our different approach and values. We take pride in making our villages and homes attractive, individual and instantly recognisable for their quality,” CEO Geoffrey Reeve said. “Great care and attention has been invested to all aspects of our design, from the roads, the gardens and homes to the community buildings and facilities. “Our staff and residents create social, independent communities where you have a sense of belonging, friendship and unobtrusive support. “I believe our villages are the very best available today and for a long time into the future and invite you to come for a tour and experience the Pinnacle Living difference.” Call 5253 0111 to book a tour or visit Bellarine Springs at 101 Central Road, Drysdale. More info at www.bellarinesprings.com.au
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Brimming with dam fine habitat It’s been a busy few weeks for me so I haven’t had much time to go out and about, and when I have had time to explore the Bellarine it has been pouring with rain. The rain has been very welcome, and it’s certainly great to drive around the Bellarine and see the farm dams full to overflowing. I did pop into Freshwater Lake a few times last week. Tom Fletcher told me that he saw a small flock of cattle egrets mingling with the Galloway cattle as he drove down the hill from Ocean Grove towards Point Lonsdale, so I drove down that way a few times and couldn’t see a single cattle egret. So I thought I’d visit Freshwater Lake, and it was just lovely there. I saw a large, well fed fox which didn’t thrill me, but also checked out a small flock of spiny-cheeked honeyeaters, as well as some whitenaped honeyeaters, red wattlebirds, brown thornbills, and superb fairy wrens. The highlight was spotting several mistletoebirds, both males and females (including a young female). There is an abundance of mistletoe fruit around Freshwater Lake at the moment. Mistletoebirds are found in most regions of Australia, and their preferred food is the berries produced by mistletoe. In Australia there are around 90 species of mistletoe, 70 of which are native, so mistletoebirds have a widespread food source as they can exist in a variety of climates. The flowers, fruit, nectar and leaves of mistletoe are all highly nutritious. Besides mistletoebirds, a wide range of wildlife depends on mistletoe, including koalas, sugar-
gliders, possums, birds and insects. The tradition of hanging it in the house at Christmas goes back to the times of the ancient Druids in England. It is supposed to possess mystical powers which bring good luck to the household and wards off evil spirits. It was also used as a sign of love and friendship in Norse mythology and that’s where the custom of kissing under mistletoe comes from. So if anyone wants to kiss under some mistletoe it’s worth a visit to Freshwater Lake at the mo! Mistletoe plants are semi-parasitic. They have chlorophyll in their leaves and can therefore manufacture their own food, however they need a host to provide water and support (in other words they use the host as a root system). Trees infested with mistletoe may die but this is often because the tree is already under stress. The seeds within these fruits pass through the birds’ digestive system and are excreted in a form that sticks to tree branches, which spreads the mistletoe from tree to tree. The mistletoebird is the only Australian species of bird that belongs in the flowerpecker family. Males have a blue-black head, wings and upperparts, with a bright red throat and chest and a white belly. Females are grey above, and white below, with a grey streak on the belly, and a red undertail. I have always found mistletoe birds very hard to photograph. Last year in Darwin I was on a guided birdwatching tour, and a male mistletoebird was posing at head level right in front of me, and I was so thrilled that I shook the camera and missed the photo! Duh. Therefore I
Horsefields bushlark at Curlewis.
Male mistletoe bird. was determined to make amends at Freshwater Lake, but I didn’t succeed, so will have to keep plugging away until another one poses for me again. I drove my daughter to school a few times last week and drove home via Curlewis. One morning I had a close encounter with a little eagle, whistling kite, several European greenfinch, Australasian pipits, flame robins and a golden-headed cisticola - a purple patch indeed. I saw a bird that looks like a female house sparrow, but I think it’s a Horsefields bushlark. The Horsfield’s bushlark is a small (15cm) bird with a short sparrow-like bill. The upper parts are brown, red or sandy in colour. The breast is mottled or streaked and it has a buff eyebrow. I did see a young (what I think was a) collared sparrowhawk fly-
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ing around Curlewis. The bird has a long middle toe, sharp cornered tail - I will let people make up their own minds to ID the bird once they see the photo. Kevin sent some photos of a few black-winged stilts taken at Lake Modewarre. I bet Lake Modewarre has a lot more water in it than the last time I visited it. Thanks Kevin for the beautiful photos. I’m looking forward to hearing John Sharp talk about his bird photography techniques on Sunday 7 May, at 8.30am, at the information centre of the OGNR. If you are interested in organised bird watching activities, you can check out the trips organised by Bellarine Birdlife at www.birdlife. org.au/locations/birdlife-bellarinepeninsula - Jen Carr, jennifer.carr6@bigpond. com
Collared sparrowhawk.
Kevin’s picture of a black-winged stilt.
Architects Wood Marsh have been engaged to complete the design work, with schematic plans and 3D renders soon to submitted to the City of Greater Geelong as part of a planning permit application. Mr McPike said, “The Ocean Grove foreshore and Surf Beach Complex provide significant economic, social, recreational and environmental values to the local
Lease out for tender as Ocean Grove Surf Beach Complex progresses:
community and all visitors to the site.”
The Barwon Coast Committee of Management (BCCM) has called for tenders for a new 21-year lease at the Dune Café site of the Ocean Grove Surf Beach complex.
“Redeveloping the Complex to provide increased levels of service for current
The open public tender process, which is consistent with Victorian Government policy and direction, has been timed to coincide with the planning phase for a significant upgrade to the complex.
significant improvements will be made to the facilities available for the lessee
Barwon Coast Committee General Manager Gary McPike said: “As a publiclyowned building on Crown land it is essential that all interested parties have the opportunity to tender for this lease.
The community will have the opportunity throughout May to comment on the
and future generations is crucial and is broadly supported. It is envisaged that
and patrons of the café facility.
proposed new building.
“BCCM expects the open and public tender process will deliver the best value for money outcome with direct benefits for all Victorians who use and enjoy the coast,” he said. The tender is open now and closes on 19 May 2017, with the outcome of the tender known by the end of May. The lease tender will be managed by BCCM, and commercial real estate agents Darcy Jarman have been engaged to undertake the marketing campaign. BCCM is working closely with the Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club to develop plans for the new Surf Beach Complex building, which is funded by BCCM, the Victorian Government and the Commonwealth Government.
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Tough battles for plucky Cobra kids OCEAN GROVE JUNIOR FOOTBALL UNDER 9s OGCC Orange (60) def OGCC Blue (24) A well fought out tussle from both teams who wore the Cobra jumper with pride. Awards to Alby Arto, a fantastic game with very quick hands, Max Foley great tackling pressure, Sonny Warren. Super marking and tackling efforts and Fletcher Curran-McKew for an outstanding match. OGCC White (19) def by Barwon Heads (39) The boys had a tough first quarter with both teams not scoring. They defended well with Jack Thomson and Lochlan Farrell down back. In the second half the boys started to switch the play and started thinking about using both side of the body when kicking and handball. Awards to Harry McGough, Ben Midsud, Alex Morgan, Lochlan Farrell and Harvey Connolly. OGCC Blue (24) def by OGCC Orange (60) Cracker of a match with Orange off to a great start. The Blue boys fought hard all game. Awesome day had by all the Cobra boys; highlight of the day, both teams coming together to sing the Cobras theme song. Awards to William Devine, Taj Dodson, Lachlan Holmes, Michael McGuane and Caleb Stolk. OGCC Red (77) def Swans Blue (21) Another easy win for the boys today with the highlight being the willingness of the boys to play good unselfish footy. Award winners Ben Miners, Xavier Johnson, Ned Badrock and Finn Corby. UNDER 10s OGCC Orange (100) def Grovedale Ford (20) An early start for an away game did not deter the Cobra boys who led from the front at every effort which resulted in plenty of goals for the game. Lots of unselfish play and terrific team work was on display by the whole Cobra team. OGCC White (72) def Grovedale Waldron (38)
Blake Hodgson in action for the Ocean Grove Collendina Cobras. 168036 Pictures: JAMIE CULLUM The boys put together another terrific team display with every player being involved at various stages through the game. The ball movement and execution was exceptional for Under 10 football. Encouragement awards went to Lachie Morrow, Ayden Neville and Xavier Morgan. The highlight of the game was Xavier Morgan’s effort to take a contested mark and recover the ball in a contest at ground level and kick the goal of the day. OGCC Blue (64) def Leopold Dahlhaus (13) A great team effort by these young Cobras against a strong Leopold outfit who were much better than the scoreline suggests. Plenty of sharing the ball around to gain advantage in the mid, forward, and back zones by the Cobras. Also the trademark intensity at each contest which is quickly becoming a recog-
nisable and pleasing character trait of these boys. Award winners were Hamish Stow, Lenny Allen, Tiger Turnley, Mitchell Charleston and Max McGuane. UNDER 12s OGCC Orange (27) def by Grovedale Dale (54) Round 3 saw an in form Orange team travel to Grovedale for an intense Sunday showdown. Grovey hit hard for three but couldn’t contain a determined and much smaller Snake side in the last. Plenty of courage from Oscar Kopec-Teague long link ups from Jake Connellan, Shay Kilpratick played like a guru seemed to have it on a string. Outstanding pressure and defence work from Jack Davies and Jayden Picket couldn’t dampen Grovedale’s early run. Excellent tagging and pressure work from Riley Hynson.
OGCC White (45) def Torquay Milliken (44) White faced a well drilled Torquay who applied great physical pressure early. Excellent on ball and defence by Rory Phillips and Sam Leonard limited Torquay’s scoring. The team then fought back and ran out winners with fantastic efforts by everyone. Awards to James Stow, Lachie Appleyard, Lachie Allan, Liam Williamson, Kyan Bowers and Ollie Moran. OGCC Blue (10) def by Leopold Brown (36) A home game at the Snakepit saw a four-quarter effort by the team against a determined Leopold team, who took their chances. The Cobra boys put in some terrific defensive work to make it a competitive game. UNDER 14s Grading OGCC 1 (43) def St Joseph’s 1 (42) On a wintery day that turned into a nailbiter in the dying minutes, the Cobra boys came out on top in the end. The match had it all, strong marking, tough tackles and stand out performances by the leadership group. At half time the Joeys boys were in front and it was time to knuckle down to the task ahead. With a strong coaching direction and the breeze behind them the boys responded. Awards to Brodie Muscat, Fletch Keck, Kye Annand, Austin Hamilton, Darcy Pearson and Henry Greenwood. OGCC 2 (66) def Corio (56) In what was always going to be a tough game, the Cobra boys turned up to play in what was a cracking game of football. First to the contest was the theme for the day and with every effort the boys grew with confidence and never looked back. OGCC 3 (13) def by Geelong Amateur 3 (94) The boys were found out in slippery conditions against a slick and accurate Ammos team. To the Cobra boys’ credit, they never gave up, fighting out to win the final quarter. Awards to Josh Giblin, Max Potter, Toby Gill, James Mitchell and Izaak Terhorst.
Great finish for good sports Ocean Grove-Barwon Heads Little Athletics held its end of year presentation day at Barwon Heads Village Park. After the president’s address, trophies were presented to the little athletes in each of the respective age groups U7s-U15s (boys and girls) and the overall club awards for both the most number of personal bests achieved over the season, and the overall Geelong Little Athletics Club (GLAC) points amassed over the season. Sibling duo Joshua Payne (U11B) and Michaela Payne (U10G) were this year’s overall club champions, with Joshua equalling the GLAC U11B high jump record
of Jed Bews (1.50m), and breaking the GLAC U11B 60m hurdles record with a time of 9.87 seconds. Long service awards were presented to U15s Keely Reid, Jools Bond and Oliver Wiltshire, who have represented OGBH from U7 to U15 level. Outstanding contribution awards were also presented to Belinda Cambridge and Trevor Hackett, for their dedication towards the running of the club. Now that the little athletics season has come to a close, the crosscountry season has just kicked off. If you would like to represent OGBH this season at cross-country, or next season at little athletics (registra-
tion in September 2017), jump onto www.ogbhlac.org.au, or call 0404 741 123. Age group results: Under 8s Eva Azzopardi and Angus Jones. Under 9s - Madison Grunberg and Ned Badrock. Under 10s - Michaela Payne and Angus Maclean. Under 11s - Ingrid Salla and Joshua Payne. Under 12s - Ginger Smith and Oliver Moran. Under 13s - Lana McLachlan and Ayden Dunell. Under 14s - Charli Walker and Khye Thomas. Under 15s - Keely Reid and Oliver Wiltshire. Personal bests: Girls - Michaela Payne 1st, Greta Jones 2nd, Charli Walker 3rd. Boys - Joshua Payne 1st, Joshua McOuat and Angus Jones equal 2nd, Ned Badrock 4th.
Club champions Michaela and Joshua Payne. 167633
Bassi stars in Waves’ win Caitlyn Hamilton applies some pressure. 168037
Surfside Waves Soccer Club sits third on the Men’s Division One ladder with two wins from as many games. The Waves defeated arch rivals Barwon Heads 3-1 thanks to two first-half goals and then a late 87th minute winner from Niccolo Bassi.
The Waves are sixth in Division Two with a 5-2 smashing of Deakin Ducks. Alexander Ketchen scored a hat-trick while Jack Attard netted a brace. The Waves went down to Barwon in the Women’s Division One competition and sit fifth on the table with a win and
two losses. Indiah Van Galen scored for Surfside. Surfside was also beaten by Barwon in Women’s Division Two in a high-standard game. The Waves are on the bottom of the table, but were much improved in a 3-4 loss with Lily Woodward scoring a brace.
Geoff Rome in the field for the Bears. 167905
Wildcats get the better of Bears By Christina Cameron All three Bellarine Bears baseball teams went up against Lara Wildcats. Hard workout in the pre-season with new coach Cameron Brown has meant the Bears are working on all areas of the game to hopefully bring them that one flag that they have been working on for so long. The determination has improved 10-fold with the players; everyone is stepping up to take on new roles and play to the best of their ability. The teams are expecting a boost in morale with the addition of Lewis Weldon, Australian softball player and Division Two batting average winner of the 2016/2017 Victorian Summer Baseball Season, Brock Wells, who has chosen to move to the club from Guild Lions for the opportunity of more playing time as well as returning assistant coach Chris Bramwell after a serious accident a few years ago. Prospects are high as the players put in more time over the coming weeks and months to improve their game, with the end game being that longed-for flag for the proud club. Starting off was the A Reserve side. Matthew Sage couldn’t seem to catch a break on the mound, walking nine of the 18 batters who faced him with seven runs being scored off his two innings including some errors made in the field. David Morrissey then took charge and shut down Lara with four strikeouts and the field seemed to change their style, not making a single error and getting the outs that the side needed to pick up their spirits. This wasn’t enough for the Bears, as they went down 8-5 to an in-form Lara side, with great pitching from Chris Lewis and runs from a number of players. Hits for the day came from Brad O’Brien, Geoff Rome, John Trevean, Chris Hockey, and David Morrissey. The second game at home was an absolute nail-biter between both sides in A Grade. Both sides had to fight hard for their four runs apiece. Lachlan Hockey and Simon Murry provided a great combination on the mound for the Bears while the Wildcats struggled to find consistency after a great start from Cameron Forbes. Both sides struggled to convert any hits that were made, but this just proves that both sides had some great pitching and even better fielding to back them up. This resulted in a draw for the game, but it was hard fought for both sides. Hits for the game went to Cameron Brown, Lewis Weldon and Simon Murry. Finally, the last game for the weekend was the C Grade game was closely fought until the end of the game. Paul Cameron for the Bears and Dan Wilson for the Wildcats both lasted the majority of the game on the mound for their teams and then swapped with Peter Hockey (Bears) and Christian Lackovic (Wildcats) for the final innings. Unfortunately for the Bears, Cameron tired quickly towards the end and with a few errors in the field, Lara was able to get quite a few runs and run out eventual winners. Best players for the day for the Bears were Paul Cameron, Peter Hockey and Finn Ferguson-Cummings. Want to find out more? Follow the club on Facebook at ‘Bellarine Bears’ and message them to find out what you can do to become a Bear.
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Battle of the Bridge win to Grove The Battle of the Bridge games against Barwon Heads didn’t disappoint with a thrilling Premier Division game seeing Ocean Grove hanging on to win by two goals. Division 3 continued its winning season adding to their premiership points. Premier Division Ocean Grove 34 def Barwon Heads 32. Best: L. Vercher, C. Parker, J. Griffin. Tough conditions in the wet, but adjusted well with great defensive turnovers and conversion at the post. Defenders Candice Parker, Lucy Vercher and Jess Griffin were relentless in their pressure to keep the ball in Grove’s attack. Division 1 Ocean Grove 35 def by Barwon Heads 43. Best: C. Britt. It was a disappointing loss for the girls, they were hoping to redeem themselves with a win after last week’s one-goal loss, but it wasn’t to be. Claudia Britt worked her way through the centre brilliantly, while Tina Birch and Erin Mercer had fluent movement in the ring. The defenders were relentless in their attempts, with a few hard earned turnovers. In the end, they couldn’t bring it all together and came away with a disappointing outcome. Division 2 Ocean Grove 22 def by Barwon Heads 23. Best: K. Brilliant, E. Clark, K. Titheridge.
Club coach Elyse Howard in action during the Premier Division game against Pictures: MARCEL BERENS SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHY Drysdale. 167847 Liv Hobbs stretches out. 167847
Ellie Heard gets into position to receive the ball from Liv Hobbs. 167847 Division 3 Ocean Grove 31 def Barwon Heads 19. Best: K. Carroll, J. Sutton, M. Goodger. The Division 3 team had another great win against Barwon Heads. Everyone performed well with outstanding shooting from the duo of Kim Carroll and Jesse Sutton. In defence Maddy Goodger played a very consistent four quarters pushing herself in every way. Under 19 Ocean Grove 15 def by Barwon Heads 38. Best: M. Giblin, E. Simpson, R. Mercer. A very fast and athletic opposition made it hard to delay the midcourt,
however tireless defence produced numerous turnovers, but Grove was just unable to convert down in attack. Ocean Grove vs Drysdale Grove Premier Division found their rhythm in the second half and showed what they can produce when needed to comfortably take the win. Division 1 let an opportunity slip with an agonising one-goal loss. Some great wins in the other senior divisions and the Under 19s are improving each week. Premier Division Ocean Grove 55 def Drysdale 29. Best: C. Parker, E. Heard, L. Vercher. Consistent four quarter effort with outstanding defensive pressure from Candice Parker and Lucy Vercher, also
Netballers share the wins OCEAN GROVE JUNIOR NETBALL Junior netball games between Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads were shared on the weekend with three wins apiece. The Ocean Grove 17U Section 1 side is unbeaten and top of the ladder. Ocean Grove vs Barwon Heads 17U Section 1 Ocean Grove 33 def Barwon Heads 20. Best: Sharni Thebes, Mia Smith. Wing attack Sharni Thebes was prolific for Grove which had the game wrapped up at quarter time with a 14-0 scoreline. Goalkeeper Mia Smith patrolled the defence. 17U Section 2 Ocean Grove 18 def by Barwon Heads 21. Best: Hannah Dunstan, Olivia Occhipinti, Larissa Dixon. A close game with the Seagulls running out winners despite the best efforts of centre Hannah Dunstan. 15U Section 1 Ocean Grove 18 def by Barwon Heads 28. Best: Zoe Murrells, Keely Reid, Bella Kemp. Zoe Murrells and Keely Reid scored seven goals each, but the Heads girls were too strong. 15U Section 2 Ocean Grove 23 def Barwon Heads 3. Best: Taia Young, Elli Campbell, Olivia Jubber. A big win and keeping the Gulls scoreless in the last quarter. Taia Young was a standout. 13U Section 1 Ocean Grove 14 def Barwon Heads 11. Best: Emily Green, Abby Richardson, Isabella Jubber. A hard-fought game between two good sides. Emily Green was best on court.
solid attacking performance from Elley Heard. Strong hard contested balls and came away with a convincing win. Division 1 Ocean Grove 39 def by Drysdale 40. Best: S. Hackett, B. Taylor. The first quarter was a shaky performance always seeming to be one step behind. By the second quarter, the girls cleaned things up with the defensive pressure stepped up by Shelby Hackett. Bridget Taylor kept the talk and encouragement up throughout the game.
Division 2 Ocean Grove 38 def Drysdale 25. Best: K. Titheridge, A. Collihole, K. Brilliant. Division 3 Ocean Grove 49 def Drysdale 7. Best: K. Collett, A. Binns, K. Carroll. A Sunday game was not the usual routine but it didn’t effect the Division 3 team. Playing a very consistent game gave Grove a comfortable win against Drysdale. All of the girls played very clean and accurate netball. Once again number one defender Kylie Collett played an outstanding game taking clean intercepts throughout all four quarters. Captain Amber Binns pushed herself in the centre court to outrun her component. Meanwhile Kim Carroll shot a fantastic 27 goals and made very clean drives through the centre court. 19 Under Ocean Grove 29 def by Drysdale 34. Best: M. Winter, G. Bell, L. Doyle. Grove took it right up to Drysdale and are improving each week with mid-courters Gemma Bell and Loretta Doyle combined well controlling the ball through the centre to Grove attacker Molly Winter.
Wing attack Gemma Bell in action during the Under 15s game against Barwon Heads. 168035 Pictures: JAMIE CULLUM
Isabelle Teague shoots for goal. 168035
Nikita Page tries her best to prevent a Heads’ goal. Team spirit. 168035 13U Section 2 Ocean Grove 9 def by Barwon Heads 14. Best: Tara Sampson, Milla Bell, Cate Simpson. The Gulls were just a little bit too good although Tara Sampson played well and Cate Simpson shot six goals. Drysdale vs Ocean Grove
Madeleine Crothers at goalshooter. 168035 17U Section 1 Ocean Grove 40 def Drysdale 18. Best: Madeleine Crothers, Jessie Allen, Gemma Bell. 17U Section 2 Ocean Grove 28 def Drysdale 11. Best: Coco Fraser, Marissa Maroulis, Olivia Occhipinti.
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15U Section 1 Ocean Grove 21 def by Drysdale 28. Best: Makena Taylor, Eliza Vallelonga, Jordan Coad. 15U Section 2 Ocean Grove 31 def Drysdale 11. Best: Taylah Jeffrey, Elli Campbell, Abbey Stanic.
13U Section 1 Ocean Grove 25 def Drysdale 15. Best: Makayla Staehr, Chloe Jeffrey, Amelia Cunningham. 13U Section 2 Ocean Grove 20 def Drysdale 2. Best: Kate Blackman, Milla Bell, Cate Simpson.
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Grubbers go for goals By Mark Heenan Ocean Grove star forward and star recruit Jake Carmody booted seven goals in the Grubbers’ comfortable 48-point win over Drysdale on 30 April at Mortimer Oval. It was the Grubbers second victory in successive weeks after its comprehensive 97-point win a week earlier under lights against Newcomb in round four. The solid win saw Ocean Grove maintain fourth spot with a 3-2 record after five rounds. Final scores Ocean Grove 21.17 (143) to Drysdale 14.11 (95). Alongside Carmody, Ocean Grove playing assistant coach and gun midfielder Brent Macleod recovered from a corked calf over Newcomb to finish with six majors. The round-five clash saw the senior comeback of Grubber captain and star leader Kelly Williams. Williams had an interrupted pre-season due to a back injury with his first official hit-out in the club’s reserves game against Newcomb on 22 April. Williams said it was nice to contribute in the eight-goal win. “Instead of helping on the sidelines, where you get more nervous watching a game, it was good to contribute on the field,” Williams told the Voice. “It has been a slow process, but it has been the back that has kept me out. It had kept re-occurring just as I thought I was coming good at least three of four times.” Star Grubber on-baller James Linton booted two goals, while Daniel Maloney and Daniel Freeman both kicked two majors. An eight-goal third quarter helped put the victory beyond doubt for Ocean Grove, silky Grubber utility Corey Walter gathered plenty of the footy and was named in best players. Drysdale was competitive early though it lost the services of captain Daniel Jull, who was sent to hospital after he was knocked out. The Hawks had a five-day break after the club’s won traditional Anzac Day clash against Portarlington on 25 April. Drysdale power forward Josh Rushton kicked five goals for the home side, while Jakob Kiddle booted three goals. In the reserves clash Drysdale defeated Ocean Grove by 46 points. Final scores Drysdale 14.13 (97) to Ocean Grove 7.9 (51) Grubber Fletcher Sharrock kicked two goals. After five rounds, Ocean Grove was in seventh position with a 1-4 record. In the under-18 Colts game, Ocean Grove 1 defeated Drysdale 1 by 22 points in their clash at
Kelly Williams takes a strong mark.
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Mortimer Oval on 30 April. Final scores Ocean Grove 14.6 (90) and Drysdale 10.8 (68). Ocean Grove player Tom Ryan kicked four goals, while Grubber team-mates Craig Goodger and Jack Tregenza both booted three majors. In the other Colts game, Winchelsea defeated Ocean Grove 2 by 21 points at Eastern Reserve at Winchelsea. Final scores Ocean Grove 7.8 (50) to Winchelsea 4.5 (29). SENIORS SCOREBOARD OCEAN GROVE 21.17 (143) d DRYSDALE 14.11 (95) Ocean Grove Goals: J. Carmody 7, B. Macleod 6, D. Freeman 2, J. Linton 2, D. Maloney 2, P. Maloney, C. Walter. Best: C. Walter, B. Macleod, J. Carmody, A. Jarvis, M. Caldow, J. Linton.
Dan Freeman takes a mark while Dan Maloney is on hand to mop up any crumbs.
Corey Walter takes possession while Dan Maloney is there to help while Drysdale’s Taylor Bonner lays a tackle.
Jake Carmody boots one of his seven goals for the Grubbers.
Tom Hobbs and Adam Nolan fight it out.
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Yet another loss in battle By Mark Heenan Ocean Grove was left to ponder its fortunes after plummeting to a 10-goal loss after Barwon Heads outplayed the Grubbers at Ray Menzies Oval on 6 May. The Grubbers have some soul searching to do with a league bye this weekend, before facing Queenscliff at home on 20 May. It was a stark contrast for home side after Ocean Grove booted 21 goals against an injury-riddled Drysdale at Mortimer Oval a week earlier. The Seagulls have won the last six Battle of the Bridge contests. Barwon Heads dominated from the outset and led by 20 points at the first break. The Seagulls could have easily been further in front after missing some simple set shots at goal prior to quarter time. It was a lacklustre performance from Paul Lynch’s men as the Seagulls chased and tackled better and were much harder and stronger at the footy than the Grubbers. Remarkably, Barwon Heads kept the inaccurate Ocean Grove goalless in the second and third quarters. Ocean Grove forward Daniel Maloney kicked the Grubbers’ only major in the final term. Grubber veteran Liam Rock played in his first senior match since Round 18 last season. Barwon Heads playing coach Mitch Herbison booted three goals, while team-mate Dylan Holland finished with two majors. Ocean Grove senior coach Paul Lynch did not return the Voice’s call when asked for a comment.
In the reserves game, Barwon Heads defeated a competitive Ocean Grove by 31 points. The Grubbers led the Seagulls by five points at half time, but the visitors recovered after the main break and kicked six goals to two. Final scores Barwon Heads 8.10(58) to Ocean Grove 4.3(27). Grubber James Peers found some form following his stint in the seniors and was named in the best players with his two goals. In the Under 18 Colts, Ocean Grove 1 won the Battle of the Bridge clash against Barwon Heads by 11 points - Ocean Grove 8.6(54) to Barwon Heads 6.7(43). Zane Leist booted three goals, while Grubber teammate Tom Ryan kicked two majors and increased his goal tally 18 from six matches. Ocean Grove 2 won its Colts game against Belmont Lions, 13.5(83) to 6.12(48). Reed Jordan booted four goals for the Grubbers. In other developments, the Ocean Grove region will get its first taste of a major women’s Victorian Football League fixture this Saturday 13 May. The Geelong Women’s VFL team will host the Seaford Tigerettes in their Round 2 clash at Ray Menzies Oval at Shell Road. Game starts at 1pm and entry is free. SENIORS SCOREBOARD BARWON HEADS 11.16(82) def OCEAN GROVE 2.10(22) Ocean Grove Goals: D. Freeman, D. Maloney. Best: A. Jarvis, P. Hardy, D. Freeman, O. Monteith.
Exciting finish: Ocean Grove Netball Club senior coach Elyse Howard, centre, shows her emotions in the final tense minutes of the Battle of the Picture MARK HEENAN MEDIA Bridge clash against Barwon Heads. Full report page 34. 168029
Barwon Heads co-coach Mitch Herbison was in everything during his side’s Battle of the Bridge win against Ocean Grove. The Heads sit unbeaten on top of the BFL ladder. 168033 Picture: MARCEL BERENS SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHY
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