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Flight refund nightmare By Luke Voogt A planned irst holiday overseas has turned into an almost-$24,000 “nightmare” for disabled Leopold woman Barb Ffrost and husband Barry. Mrs Ffrost, who sufers complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) and other conditions from a “horriic” car accident, booked a holiday to the United Kingdom through Flight Centre on October 6, 2019, she said. “We’ve never been overseas before,” the 57-year-old said. “Due to my health I’ve been in and out of hospital. Ater years of treatment two specialists suggested a holiday could be good for me.” Mrs Ffrost paid $23,742 for the trip to Scotland, Ireland, Wales and England, including lights with Singapore Airlines totalling $13,496. “Bearing in mind my disability, we booked business class lights,” she said. “We put a lot of thought into how we were going to work with my disability. We booked a hotel with a pool for hydro-physio.” But on March 5, a Flight Centre consultant called saying her trip, like millions planned worldwide, had been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “She explained to me, can I please be patient, it could take 12 weeks to resolve,” she said. “It’s been 13 weeks since my holiday was cancelled and I haven’t received any refunds.” Mrs Ffrost phoned her local Flight Centre, the agency’s head oice in Brisbane and Singapore Airlines several times since the cancellation. But she says each time she received little or conlicting information on her refunds.

“I feel so helpless that I can’t even get answers. I feel like they’re really treating people out there with disrespect – it’s really not helping with my pain and anxiety.” Mrs Ffrost said Flight Centre had received all the refunds for the trip, except for the lights, and that the agency should have passed those refunds on. She also questioned why Singapore Airlines could not refund the lights directly to her, rather than through Flight Centre. “his is wrong. I’m furious,” she said. A Flight Centre spokesperson apologised for the delay as the agency processed “three years’ worth” of cancellations over a few months. Flight Centre lodged a refund request for Mrs Ffrosts’ lights with Singapore Airlines on March 26, about 10 weeks ago, they said. Flight Centre had not yet received refunds for the lights, with most airlines generally advising three-to-six months to process refunds in the “current climate”, the spokesperson said. “he customer was advised earlier this week that some other components of the booking had now been refunded to us and they would be returned to her as soon as possible.” A Singapore Airlines spokesperson also apologised amid “an unprecedented volume of cancellations”. he airline had planned to process lights with April departures in May but a “severe backlog” had prevented this, they said. he Independent understands Singapore Airlines processed Mrs Ffrosts’ refund earlier this week, and that Flight Centre should receive them within two to three weeks.

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Geelong growth fastest in top 25 By Luke Voogt Geelong’s population is growing fastest out of Australia’s 25 largest cities, according to recently-released data from a demographic analysis group. he city’s growth of 14.2 per cent over ive years to June 2019 outstripped Melbourne at 13.3 per cent, according to population group .id. Geelong’s annual population growth of 2.8 per cent during the 2018-19 inancial year was also the fastest of Australia’s largest 25 cities.

he data showed a need for “urgent” government funding for Geelong and the surrounding region, according to Elaine Carbines, chief executive oicer of regional alliance G21. “It is unacceptable that the fastest-growing regional city in Australia is still begging for a decent rail service to Melbourne,” Ms Carbines said. “Governments continue to procrastinate about a solution to congested, slow train services between Melbourne and Geelong.” Ms Carbines renewed calls to fast-track

the duplication of rail from Waurn Ponds to Geelong, which has been funded. While governments had spent big on protecting people against coronavirus, well-chosen major projects would help reboot economies and create jobs, she said. Ms Carbines also called for the upgrade of freight connections to the Geelong Port and extending the Geelong Ring Road to the Bellarine Peninsula, among other projects. he Armstrong Creek growth area is set to eventually accommodate 60,000 people while proposed growth areas to Geelong’s north and

west are set to accommodate a total of 100,000 residents. “Existing train services are inadequate for the current population’s travel needs,” Ms Carbine said. Of Australia’s largest 50 cities, only Melton had a faster ive-year (27.7 per cent) and annual (ive per cent) growth than Geelong, according .id. Census expert Glenn Capuano, who compiled the report, said that COVID-19 would likely have a large impact on population growth due to less overseas migration.

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Crunch time for mum in fundraiser Ami Hodgkinson admits she set the bar “a little low” in her quest to raise money for cancer charity Redkite while aiming for “washboard abs”. he Ocean Grove mum set a modest target of $100 as she began doing 60 crunches a day for a total of 1800 in June. Ami had raised more than $400 by Wednesday, smashing her initial target in days. “I’d have to do more than one month to get a six-pack though,” the 47-year-old laughed. “It’s such a hard time for people, so I didn’t expect to raise any money.

“My friends and family are amazing people.” Ami remembered feeling “numb” and “overwhelmed” when Cody, now 13, was diagnosed in 2009 with Retinoblastoma, a rare form of eye cancer in children. Cody spent just six weeks of 2010 at home during 12 months of chemotherapy and other treatments. A single mum at the time, Ami gave up work to drive Cody to hospital and care for him. Redkite helped by paying about $1500 in bills and Ami now hopes to raise that amount for a family ighting cancer.

During the treatment, Cody lost some of his hearing and at one point could not walk for six months. He has since recovered and has even played state-level inline hockey. he cheeky youngster promised to remind mum to keep up the crunches. “According to mum, Redkite helped with a lot of things, so it’s good she’s helping other mums,” he said. To donate: crunch4kids.redkite.org.au/ fundraisers/amihodgkinson

A 17-year-old from Lara has been bailed for a third time ater being charged with thet and drug-related ofences. Oicers recently charged the teen with ive motor vehicle-related ofences ater he “came to police attention again”, police said. He appeared before Geelong Magistrates Court and was bailed to appear at a future date. he youth was last month charged with 21 ofences in relation to stealing valuables from a car in Newtown. hose charges included thet from a motor vehicle, 15 counts of obtaining property by deception, dealing suspected proceeds of crime, possessing cannabis and ecstasy and committing indictable ofences while on bail. Over the past two months police have made 33 arrests for vehicle-related thet in Geelong. Tasking and Crime Intervention Team (TACIT) detectives last month arrested a 26-year-old man from Glenfyne over the alleged thet of ive vehicles from locations including Geelong and Colac. He was charged with 19 ofences and was remanded to appear in the Geelong Magistrates Court on June 16. Police also arrested a 60-year-old Burnside man over the alleged thet of power tools and equipment from four cars in Hamlyn Heights, Fyansford and Lara. Detective Acting Sergeant Jason Tom said the 33 arrests were the result of a “focussed” two-month investigation by Geelong police patrolling known crime hot spots. Luke Voogt

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Bell pleads guilty to murder By Luke Voogt Phillip Island man Christopher Allen Bell has pleaded guilty to murdering Highton woman Natalina Angok, whose body was found in Melbourne’s Chinatown in April 2019. Bell was to stand trial at the Supreme Court in December for the murder of his girlfriend, but the 33-year-old entered a guilty plea on Wednesday while appearing via video link for a preliminary hearing at the Supreme Court. Bell was a schizophrenic, who had been released from an inpatient facility a week before

the death, Melbourne Magistrates Court heard during a iling hearing in April 2019. A passerby discovered Ms Angok’s body in Chinatown, near the corner of Little Bourke Street and Celestial Avenue, about 6.30am on April 24. Paramedics arrived soon ater but could not revive her. Following her death, Ms Angok’s family released a statement through police saying they were heartbroken. “Our family is inding the strength to come to terms with this tragedy and the loss of Natalina Angok.”

In another statement online that week, Ms Angok’s sister Helena described her as a generous and kind woman. “Natalina Angok was our sister, our daughter, our cousin, our friend,” she wrote. “She was a shining light and her life was taken away from her at just 33.” “Her selless, friendly, loving and humble character has always drawn people to her. She would always seek the happiness of others. “We still can’t believe we won’t see her again.” Bell is due to return to court for a pre-sentencing hearing in September.

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Kids wheelie spoked for bicycle day Bicycle Network this week used the date to promote cycling nationally as the “best way to get around while maintaining physical distancing”. Mr Gardiner said he had noticed more Geelong locals cycling amid COVID-19 restrictions. “here are absolutely more families riding together – we’ve noticed a signiicant growth in the amount of families riding around here.” With the banning of many activities under stage 3 restrictions, which have since eased, many had taken advantage of more time at home and reduced traic to get on their bike,

Mr Gardiner said. “Getting out and riding your bike has been one of the easier things to do [during restrictions].” Nick Boland, who works as a bicycle mechanic in Geelong West, said his store was running low on stocks due to high demand. “At the moment we are so lat out I don’t have [much time] to chat,” he said, when the Independent phoned yesterday. “It’s been absolutely crazy. We’re constantly getting new stuf in, much as we can.”

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Some Geelong schools are struggling to buy bikes for their education programs with local stores sold-out amid unprecedented demand, according to Armstrong Creek teacher Arron Gardiner. “We’ve been wanting to buy more bikes for the school but haven’t been able to,” the Armstrong Creek School PE teacher said. “All the local shops have been signiicantly sold-out of what they’ve got.” But the school’s pupils were still excited on Wednesday, hitting the pedals for World Bicycle Day.

Geelong has no active COVID-19 cases, as of midnight on Wednesday, with a total of 65, according to the Department of Health and Human Services. Statewide, the department recorded eight new coronavirus cases, bringing the Victorian total to 1678. Six of the new cases were returned travellers, one was discovered through community testing and another was connected to an infected household contact, according to the department. he igures came as Victorian Health Minister Jenny Mikakos urged people to avoid protests in Melbourne on Saturday amid fears of a second wave of the disease. “Having a very large number of people congregating together puts those individuals at risk and puts other members of the community at risk,” she told a press conference yesterday. About 40,000 people had registered interest in attending the Stop Black Deaths in Custody rally, hosted by Warriors of the Aboriginal Resistance. he rally, protesting both the death of Indigenous Australians and African Americans in police custody, comes amid days of protest and looting in the US following the death of George Floyd in police custody. Ms Mikakos urged people not to protest saying there would be a more “appropriate time” to do so. “I understand the anguish, the pain, the sufering of people right across our nation having seen this tragic case occur in the United States,” she said. Police do not plan to ine protesters on Saturday.

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Families embrace a sunny future With more locals than ever installing solar panels, Geelong Sustainability is calling for an upgrade to the “struggling” grid. Luke Voogt speaks to some of the Geelong families hoping to lessen their impact on the environment.

hen Simon and Kaylene Reeves bought their irst home in Norlane, they saw a chance to help make a better world for their three children. “It had always been our dream to have our home as sustainable as possible,” Mr Reeves told the Independent. “We’ve pretty much rented our whole lives. hree or four years ago, we were inally able to purchase our own home.” In mid-2018, the family installed a solar system through a program run by Geelong Sustainability. Mr Reeves said he was quite concerned “for the future of our planet and what we’re doing to it”. he couple wanted their children Barwon, 10, Jarrah, 8, and Eden, 5, to inherit a better world, he said. “he next ten years are really critical for us to get the way we live on this planet right. “We want our children to grow up and enjoy their lives and not have to endure the consequences that our generation and generations before us have unleashed.

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“My wife and I are aware of our impact on the planet in terms of our carbon footprint. “I know we can’t do everything but we can at least do our bit to lessen our impact. Solar panels were a big part of that plan.” While the decision was not inancially motivated, the family was saving hundreds of dollars in bills, Mr Reeves said. “When the sun went down our [5.7 kilowatt] battery would kick in and get us through the night. “We’d wake up in the morning and we wouldn’t have used a kilowatt [from the grid]. We went into credit because we were generating more power than we could use.” Credits from during summer had helped the family save in winter too, Mr Reeves said. he system had also helped them educate their kids, he said. “It doesn’t stop me chasing ater them turning the lights of.” Harrison and Zena Lengelsen-Brown, who moved to Cliton Springs a month ago for a “sea change” and to “get more bang for their buck”, share the dream of a better world. “We want to be part of the solution to our fossil fuel addiction,” Mr Lengelsen-Brown said. “here’s so [many solar options] out there, I’ve discovered. I think I’ve got six or seven quotes from diferent organisations.” he irst-home buyers moved with their

Simon Reeves with sons Barwon and Jarrah near their solar panels. (Louisa Jones) 209356_04

18-month-old son to the Bellarine Peninsula to aford “a little house rather than a two-bedroom apartment” in Melbourne, Mr Lengelsen-Brown said. But a limit on the electricity they could sell back to the grid, due to a lack of infrastructure, had prevented them from installing solar so far.

A local solar installer informed them they could only feed 1.7 kilowatts into the grid, he explained. “Generally, you want to feed about ive kilowatts in, that’s what makes it inancially viable.” Selling electricity into the grid during the day

helped ofset the costs of peak-hour usage, Mr Lengelsen-Brown explained. “Obviously, we tend to use energy during the evening, so you need to buy back from the grid,” he said. “We’re not going to be selling back much at all.” A battery could make the system more inancially-viable but would cost the couple $10,000 extra up-front, Mr Lengelsen-Brown said. “We’re irst home buyers, so we have a limited budget.” Mr Lengelsen-Brown’s situation is becoming increasingly common as the grid struggles to cope with the number of people installing solar, according to Geelong Sustainability’s Vicki Perrett. “Geelong Sustainability is very concerned about the current network limitations, which prevent people from connecting their rootop solar systems to the grid,” she said. “Homeowners who want to take control of their power bills are being denied the option to export excess power. “[his] leaves them with two unsatisfactory options – doing nothing or going of grid – neither of which … are fair or desirable.” About 18 per cent of buildings in Geelong have solar installed, according to data from Australia’s Clean Energy Regulator. Given Victoria’s renewable energy target of 50 per cent renewables by 2030, Geelong needed “three times as many people connecting” amid a climate “emergency”, Ms Perrett said. Geelong was also lagging behind the neighbouring municipalities of the Surf Coast Shire, Borough of Queensclife and Golden Plains Shire in solar installation, she said. With solar being installed “faster than ever” Powercor is proposing to spend $61 million over the next ive years to upgrade the grid. But Geelong Sustainability says the upgrade is needed now. Geelong experienced an almost 15 per cent increase in solar installations from 2018 to 2019 in grids operated by Powercor. he postcode of 3217, including the growth areas of Armstrong Creek, Mount Duneed and Charlemont led the charge with an increase of 60 per cent. More aluent suburbs of Geelong generally had higher levels of uptake according to the data. Powercor proposed an upgrade to the Australian Energy Regulator that would allow households to export up to ive kilowatts into the grid, according to its electricity networks general manger Steven Neave. “We want to support customers to make this choice by making strategic investments to allow the network to keep pace,” Mr Neave said. Information on Powercors’ proposal: www. talkingelectricity.com.au

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he Geelong Business Excellence Awards are set to “transform into an exciting virtual experience” amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Geelong Chamber of Commerce has announced. he awards’ presentation evening would be highly-produced and glamorous, delivering a “much-needed boost of positivity” to local businesses, according to chamber chief executive Ben Flynn. “In the face of the current health pandemic, the purpose of the awards remains the same,” he said. “We are creating a platform to shine the spotlight on our clever and creative Geelong businesses and business leaders.” he online event, at 7pm on hursday, October 15, will feature entertainment, an in-studio MC and home competitions with

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positive and respectful relationships, food and nutrition, and physical activity to

competition.

help you and your family stay healthy at home.

This is your chance to share your cutest and most impressive pet photo and show how proud you are of your dog, cat, rabbit or fluffy companion.

Find advice, easy recipes and virtual fitness classes at www.geelongaustralia.com. au/healthyathome or contact 5272 5272 to register for a hard copy of the toolkit.

Entries for the Furry Friends competition are now open and close at 5.00pm, Sunday 14 June 2020. To enter the Furry Friends competition simply send in a photo of your pet with 25 words or less on why your pet is the best to pacadmin@geelongcity.vic.gov.au. You must be a resident of the City of Greater Geelong council to enter and agree to the terms and conditions avaible at www.geelongaustralia.com.au

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This is the City's Coronavirus support page, which includes information about the status of events, facilities and City services across the region. A MESSAGE FROM CR STEPHANIE ASHER, MAYOR We’ve all found ourselves in a very different environment during the past couple of months, and almost everyone will be experiencing ups and downs.

prevention, recognising risk factors and seeking help early are the most effective ways to combat mental illness. Please look out for the young people in your life, check in regularly to see how they’re feeling, and encourage them to care for themselves.

Unfortunately, as a result, many in our community will really be struggling with their mental and emotional health. Experts such as headspace founder Professor Patrick McGorry are warning that young people are particularly at risk of experiencing poor mental health at the moment.

Getting enough sleep, eating well and exercising are all important for overall wellbeing. Social connections are critical too. We’ve been asked to ‘social distance’ during this pandemic, but in fact what this has actually meant is ‘spatial distance’.

Their studies are being disrupted, they are the most vulnerable to job losses, and they’ve been unable to socialise at a time when friendship networks are so central in their lives.

Socially, it’s important to remain as closely connected as ever, even if that has to be

Research shows us that focusing on

ARE YOU A BUSINESS OWNER NEEDING HELP?

Digital marketing – website management and development, getting the best from your social media, content ideas, branding and e-commerce. Small business mentoring – expert help on a wide range of business topics and industry sectors. Human resources – advice and guidance about government packages, managing your staff and keeping them safe, and workforce planning and compliance.

Everyone will react differently when experiencing feelings of depression or anxiety, but we should be on the lookout for major changes in behaviour that cause disruption or don’t go away quickly. The City of Greater Geelong’s Youth Development team delivers a Mental Health First Aid program to students, teachers and parents across the region.

The City’s new ‘Healthy At Home’ website has some excellent practical tips for mental health – visit www.geelongaustralia.com.au/ healthyathome. If you or someone you know is in need of help with a potential mental illness, headspace and the Kids Helpline are excellent resources. And in a crisis situation, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14.

It educates people in recognising the signs of mental illness and providing support in a crisis situation. So far around 3000 people have taken part in this program. It’s free, so if you’d like to participate please reach out by emailing youthadmin@geelongcity.vic.gov.au.

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TAKING CARE OF OUR COMMUNITY

TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS

We have fast-tracked a Business Support Package for COVID-19 impacted businesses within Greater Geelong, with these FREE support opportunities available now:

online or now face-to-face in smaller groups.

Counselling – Converge International provides free and confidential solutionsoriented counselling and support for business owners and their families. Legal advice – employment law, corporate and commercial law, leases and contracts, and insolvency and business restructuring.

PLAYGROUNDS, SKATE PARKS AND OUTDOOR GYMS

Financial management – advice and guidance on government financial support, accounting and financial services, business planning, cash flow forecasting and methods to manage finance during an economic downtown. Find our Coronavirus Business Support page at: www.geelongaustralia.com. au/business or call 5272 5272. Welcome back to our playgrounds, skate parks and outdoor exercise equipment In line with the Victorian Government’s easing of coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions, we are pleased to have re-opened City playgrounds, skate parks and outdoor fitness equipment. We hope you enjoy being able to visit one of our region’s wonderful outdoor spaces.

SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS

IT’S ALL GO AT CAFE GO!

Please remember to stay home if you feel unwell, practise good hygiene by washing your hands before and after you visit and maintain a 1.5 metre distance from others whilst you’re there. The number of people permitted to gather is no more than 10 and that will increase to no more than 20 from 1 June, but physical distancing requirements will remain. It’s important you observe the current government directions on gatherings to ensure we all keep safe and healthy and continue to slow the spread of coronavirus. We are rolling-out updated signage at playgrounds, skate parks and outdoor gym spaces and will continue to keep you informed about changes to restrictions.

catering has been flying out the door. Weekly specials are announced on Instagram each week. To order head to cafego.com.au. We’ll await to see what some of our favourites do when restrictions ease, however we know the community has loved some of these innovative hospitality experiences.

For more information visit geelongaustralia.com.au/covid19

We will be showcasing different businesses and how they are adapting and innovating. To discover others and to lend them your support, check out the list on our website. Want to share how your business is doing it differently? Email us at EcoDev@geelongcity.vic.gov.au to let us know.

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Felicia, Stephen and the team at Café Go transitioned immediately to a new normal when COVID-19 interrupted us. A bustling indoor by the fire or outdoor alfresco courtyard dining area six days a week, quickly altered to takeaway and a much sought-after delivery service – ‘Café GO on the GO’. Chef, home-style meals, are being delivered all over Greater Geelong and The Bellarine. Spoil yourself and your loved ones with some of GO’s favourites. Think borek, pies, lasagne, freekeh salad, chicken tikka curry, sweet treats and more. Still open their normal trading hours (Mon-Fri 7-4pm, Sat 8-4pm) with a full deli fridge and daily specials, Go’s deliveries and home-style

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4 SQUARE METRES

Whilst you can leave home for any reason you must continue to comply with the

The four square metre rule applies to each

Department of Health and Human Services directions currently enforced.

undivided space. That means that the space must allow for at least four square metres of

You cannot attend work or higher education services if that work or those services can

Indoor gatherings 20 people or less

reasonably practicably be completed from home or another suitable location.

Outdoor gatherings 20 people or less

space per person.

CORONAVIRUS SUPPORT

FACILITIES REOPENING The City is moving quickly to ensure the safe reopening of the City's facilities affected by the gradual easing of COVID-19 restrictions. At this stage, we can confirm opening details for the following facilities:

Find up-to-date resources and answers to common questions at www.geelongaustralia.com.au/covid19

Swimming pools: Bookings are open so phone your local centre now. Pools include Leisurelink Aquatic & Recreation Centre, Bellarine Aquatic & Sports Centre, Waterworld Leisure Centre, Splashdown Leisure Centre and Kardinia Aquatic Centre. It does not include Lara pool.

Libraries: Geelong Regional Library Corporation will reopen all branches and mobile

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Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636

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Lifeline: 13 11 14

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MensLine: 1300 789 978

Mindspot: 1800 614 434 Suicide call back service: 1300 659 467

libraries on Tuesday 9 June. Shorter operating hours and restricted access will apply until further notice.

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Headspace: 1800 650 890

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SANE Australia: 1800 187 263

National Wool Museum: The shop is now open daily from 10.00am to 3.00pm but the

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museum remains closed for now. We will provide updates on the reopening dates for sporting facilities, halls, community centres, galleries and museums as soon as possible.

FAMILY VIOLENCE Family violence is never ok, no matter the circumstances or situation. • •

Contact The Orange Door: 1800 312 820 (people of any age, gender, sexuality, culture and ability welcome), 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday except public

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Contact SAFE STEPS: 1800 015 188 if you are a woman or women with children experiencing family violence and you are in need of immediate help. This is a

These facilities are open but you must maintain a distance of at least 1.5 metres from other people and observe the directions on gatherings.

Statewide service and operates 24 hours, 7 days a week. Confidential counselling is also available by contacting 1800Respect: 1800 737 737 Should you need support to help stop you using violence against your family please

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contact 1300 766 491.

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If you are in mandatory self-isolation, you may be eligible for deliveries of essential food and personal care items and should call the hotline on:

1800 675 398 The Coronavirus Support page lists contact details for a range of agencies which

EXERCISE EQUIPMENT

TENNIS COURTS

GOLF COURSES

CARAVAN PARKS

BBQS

offer food relief for people who are experiencing financial difficulties.

DRINKING FOUNTAINS

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TELL US ABOUT YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH COVID-19 We know that the COVID-19 pandemic continues to be challenging for everyone in our community. With the gradual easing of restrictions by the State Government, our

PUBLIC GATHERINGS The number of people who can meet in a public space such as a beach, park or sport field, is no more than 20.

lives will begin to look a little more like they did before COVID-19. But this begs the question; what have we learned along the way? Take our short survey to help us learn more at yoursay.geelongaustralia.com.au or by calling us at 5272 5272.

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Backpacker plan anger

Union slams library lay-offs

By Luke Voogt Plans for a backpacker hotel, bar and KFC drive-through neighbouring an aged care village have enraged elderly Torquay residents, who fear the site becoming “party central”. “I don’t think any thought has been put into where they’re placing it,” said 85-year-old widow Lorraine Wescott. “It’s a three-storey building backing onto an aged care village.” Mrs Wescott moved from Grovedale to Lions Village Torquay 18 months ago for “quietness” and to be closer to family. “It’s very friendly and I’ve felt extremely safe living here,” she said. “It’s just a delightful place to live and we don’t need a backpacker hotel on our back doorstop. My peace and tranquillity will be well and truly gone.” Mrs Wescott suggested the industrial area to Torquay’s south was a better location for proposed backpackers’. She delivered several letters opposing the development to Surf Coast Shire this week. “I can sit on my hands and let it happen, or I can be heard,” she said. “Someone has to do it, so this old duck’s doing it.” Other “livid” residents slammed the plans for the backpacker hotel, about 18 metres from their aged care village established by Torquay Lions Club 20 years ago. One third of the village’s units neighbour the site, and management committee chair John McDonald raised noise, safety and traic concerns. Mr McDonald said “rowdy” international travellers “drinking, dancing and playing loud music” would ruin their “safe, pleasant neighbourhood”. he development would drastically reduce property values in the village causing

Union oicials have accused Geelong Regional Library Corporation (GRLC) of “abandoning” 46 employees stood down since March 31. Australian Services Union (ASU) secretary Lisa Darmanin alleged the corporation had “used” the COVID-19 “pandemic as an opportunity to cut staf costs” by “abandoning” casual workers. Since March 31 the corporation has cut shits for 29 casual employees and shelved another 17 paid annual work experience positions. Ms Darmanin called for the corporation to redeploy the workers to other duties or provide them with some income until regular work resumed. Corporation chief executive oicer Patti Manolis said the $300,000 loss since library closures on March 18 was “sudden and signiicant”. She forecast this igure would triple by December. Casual staf already rostered on for shits ater March 18 had received pay until March 31, Ms Manolis said. he corporation made the “diicult decision” to cut shits ater March 31 as no relief work was available, she said. he corporation was still paying its 144 full-time and part-time staf as they worked from home. With libraries reopening on June 9 the corporation would be “re-engaging” casual staf, but Ms Manolis said staing levels would be lower than “pre-COVID-19”.

Renata and Klaus Haach and Lorraine Wescott in a backyard next to a proposed site. (Louisa Jones) 209317_05 Inset: An artist illustration of the proposed backpacker hotel. (Supplied)

“enormous consequences” for residents, he said. Many residents relied on selling their unit to aford aged care when they could no longer live independently, Mr McDonald explained. he village put these proceeds into lifestyle and support programs for current residents, he said.

But Mr McDonald welcomed other aspects of the Baines Torquay development, such as a cinema, medical centre and convenience store. Surf Coast Shire development general manager Ransce Salan said councillors would consider the application at a future meeting. he developer, Baines Torquay, was contacted for comment.

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Volunteering uncovers new passion for cooking It’s a long way from Vancouver Island to Ocean Grove, but Ben Green wouldn’t have it any other way. he 20-year-old let home on the British Columbia island of the west coast of Canada to pursue a music diploma, but soon found himself on the Bellarine visiting his father, who lives in Cliton Springs. hen COVID-19 hit and Ben was stuck. He decided to help out at Feed Me Bellarine in Ocean Grove and loved it so much, he soon realised cooking was another passion in life. Ben is now in the stages of formalising a chef apprenticeship and is learning on the job under the watchful eyes of some of the state’s

best chefs. All the chefs at Feed Me Bellarine are professionals with accolades in the industry and all are volunteers. “he great thing about here is you can do all these diferent types of cooking and all these diferent chefs come in,” Ben said. “here’s a diferent chef each week. “And for me as an apprentice working here, it’s amazing because I get so much input from so many diferent and amazing minds. “his is the best place to be if you want to learn.” Coming from a background in music (he plays guitar, bass, drums and more), Ben didn’t know much about cooking but Feed

Me Bellarine co-founder Anthony Woodbury encouraged him to give it a try. “Working here has been a git,” he said. “It’s like a family.” Ben’s father relocated to Australia when he was young so Ben has been a regular on these shores since he was eight. “When people ask me which country I prefer, I can’t really say,” he said. “When I’m away from Australia, I miss it.” Justin Flynn Ben Green is loving his learning experience at Feed Me Bellarine. (Justin Flynn)

Hilda Lee and Margaret Gravett with Hilda and Margaret the chooks at Feed Me Bellarine. (Supplied)

Charity group feeds the soul By Justin Flynn It is a mild and sunny late autumn day at Feed Me Bellarine’s busy hub in Ocean Grove. Volunteers are scurrying around attending to tasks that will, ultimately, help feed people in need all over the Bellarine. Founded by Lana Purcell and Anthony Woodbury, Feed Me Bellarine’s motto is ‘no questions, no agendas’. hose who ask for help are given it without a moment’s thought. Feed Me Bellarine is now a registered charity and has expanded to the Surf Coast. It is something of a juggernaut that almost everyone on the peninsula has heard about. Lana says they always planned to expand “but just not this soon”. here are 89 volunteers who donate their time at the Ocean Grove hub, nestled, perhaps appropriately, in the industrial estate of Grubb

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Road. Some of their duties range from packing, cooking, customer service and delivery. Two of the volunteers, Hilda Lee and Margaret Gravett, are described as ‘helma and Louise’ by those who work there. hey banter with each and are constantly and cheekily interacting with others. hey are here ive days a week from 9.30am to 3pm. he hub’s two resident chickens are even named Hilda and Margaret. Volunteers Hilda and Margaret are having a short lunch break – nachos made by the fully qualiied volunteer chef on duty.

Aterwards, they scurry to the kitchen where they continue to scoop food into plastic containers, ready to be delivered to those who need it. Hilda turned 80 the previous day. A vibrant, healthy-looking woman originally from Liverpool in the UK, she has been in Ocean Grove for 55 years and considers herself “almost a local”. “It’s another family,” she says of Feed Me Bellarine. “hey [Lana and Anthony] are miracle workers and so patient with us all. “It gets a bit hectic but these two are wonderful, generous, very caring people. “We get down the road [ater inishing for the day] and think ‘gee that was another great day’. “You feel so satisied that you’ve helped people. “You have a little idea of where it [the food] goes, but you don’t see the people and we don’t

need to.” Before COVID-19, Margaret and Hilda were busy with Probus, VIEW and water aerobics. “It’s the most satisfying thing I have ever done,” Margaret says. Co-founder Anthony Woodbury walks through the room and Hilda says “that’s our boss”. “I’m not a boss, I’m family,” he says quickly. Corey Fowler is the chef on duty today. Before COVID-19, he was the head chef at Campbell Point House. To keep busy he volunteers at Feed Me Bellarine. A tall man, he cuts an imposing igure as he strolls through the room from the kitchen on his way outside. “You under control ‘H’?,” he asks Hilda. “No. Why would I be under control? Don’t be silly,” she retorts. “We’re never under control,” Margaret joins in. “But we’re very happy here.” 15 GEELONG INDEPENDENT Friday, 5 June, 2020

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YOUR SAY Help shape Bellarine How do you see life on the Bellarine, over the next 50 years? Last year the state government declared our Bellarine Peninsula to be a Distinctive Area and Landscape – but the precise details of what this means are still to be worked out in a Statement of Planning Policy. For instance, the Statement might establish irm limits on the spread of development around the edges of our towns and villages – or might not. It might specify real and enforceable limits on the height and type of buildings that are acceptable within our boundaries – or might not. It might spell out protections for our coastline, wetlands and special cultural sites – or might not. You can have a say in this. Stage 2 of the consultation process, a really important part of developing the Statement, has been extended to June 14. Please take a look at the Bellarine discussion paper released by DELWP (the Department of

Land, Water and Planning), and two surveys where you can contribute. You can ind these on DELWP’s website, or via links on the Portarlington Community Association’s website. Or you can simply put your thoughts down on paper or in an email. Please take part – it’s very important for our collective future. Chris Kelly Portarlington

Help is at hand We acknowledge many of your readers lost their homes to the 2019-20 bushires. While more than 4000 Australians have received a Red Cross grant, we are concerned some people still haven’t come forward for help. We would urge them to contact us to access Red Cross grants to ensure they are safely accommodated over winter. In recent weeks, we have expanded our existing rebuild grant and renamed it a re-establishment grant to give people more

lexibility and choice, as we understand many are not ready to rebuild and some need extra support now with temporary accommodation. he new grants include a $30,000 payment for homeowner occupiers who lost their primary place of residence and a $10,000 payment for people who were tenants or whose home was a non-permanent structure like a caravan. hese payments are in addition to emergency grants of $20,000 for anyone who lost their primary place of residence. Around 4053 Australians have received a bushire grant, but we know many eligible people have not yet come forward. We also have $5000 repair grants available for people whose homes were structurally damaged, including those who lost water tanks, sewage systems and power connections located on their property. We know some people don’t come forward for assistance following disasters, sometimes for months due to a range of issues, including trauma, cognitive overload and dealing with other pressing issues. We will continue to be there for people when they are ready. We

know recovery is a long-term process, and we’ve committed to staying with bushire-hit communities for as long as it takes. We’ve made the process as simple as possible, with a few basic checks and we will also help people make applications. Please apply for a grant at redcross.org.au/grants or call 1800 RED CROSS (1800 733 276) to discuss your circumstances. Sue Cunningham Director, Victoria Australian Red Cross

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Out and about Independent photographer Louisa Jones caught up with some locals braving the winter chill on Pakington Street as cafes reopened statewide.

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Diva set to ‘slay’ debut live-stream By Luke Voogt Despite reaching the inal of Australian Idol and singing Whitney Houston hits onstage for big crowds, Emily Williams admits to nerves ahead of her irst live-streamed gig. “I’m like, hella nervous, because I’ve never done something like this before,” the Kiwi expat told the Independent. “We’re going to give it a go and see how it turns out. “When you’re doing something new there’s always that two per cent chance you might fail. But I think I’ll slay it!” he former Young Diva will belt out the classics that helped her reach the 2005 Australian Idol inal when she comes to Geelong Arts Centre next Friday. he set features some of the most recognisable songs of the past half-century, including a homage to her recent onstage role in he Bodyguard. “Honey, it wouldn’t be my show if there was no Whitney,” she said. In 2017, Williams made her musical theatre debut, playing Whitney Houston’s lead role of Rachel Marron in an Australian production of the iconic ilm. “It was the scariest thing for me – even though it was one of the best experiences – it’s not easy to sing 13 Whitney songs in a night,” she said. “Do you know how many people would have been comparing my vocals to hers? here’s just no comparison!” But Williams said she was “secretly” a “perfectionist” and “quite competitive”, so

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she buried herself in learning the role as understudy to fellow Idol inalist Paulini. “I literally dug myself a hole with Whitney,” she said. he gig helped the singer land a role in Australian horror ilm Boar alongside names such as Ernie Dingo. “Do you fricking believe it?!” she giggled. “I never thought I was much of an actor!” he live-streaming gig coming up at Geelong Arts Centre was her irst, she revealed. “I’d like to have this on my resume, ‘yes, she did a live-stream concert’.” But the gig, with just a small crew and camera would be strange, she admitted. “One of our biggest sources of adrenaline as singers is to perform in front of massive amounts of people,” she said. “I can’t wait to build this momentum in my head. I’m just going to tell myself there are thousands of people there!” As a “busy girl” constantly travelling and performing, Williams had used the COVID-19 downtime to write a new album of songs. “his time I’ve had the chance to write songs that actually please me,” she said. “We’ve had this time to relect – I think all of us – on ourselves.” She hinted she might play one or two of the new songs, but only if she thought she had them “perfect to a tee”. Williams hoped the show would resonate with Geelong viewers. “hat entertainment factor of running up and down stage – it won’t be that sort of show,” she said. “I think it’s going to be a little bit more intimate.”

Emily Williams is preparing for her irst live-streaming gig. (Supplied)

Clifton Springs siblings Elena and James Nicholls will perform at the Potato Shed next Friday. (Supplied)

Siblings chill out at Potato Shed James and Elena Nicholls hope to help locals chill during COVID-19 with acoustic covers and their unique mash-up of two Fleetwood Mac classics – Rhiannon and Dreams. “hey’re both in similar keys so it’s really easy to transition between the two,” James told the Independent. “June 12 – get around it! We’ll play some fun tunes for you.”

he Cliton Springs siblings will combine in the Potato Shed’s new Bird Bath Cam Sessions, with songs such as Chris Isaak’s Wicked Game and Ed Sheeran’s I See Fire. he latter, which Sheeran wrote for ilm he Hobbit: he Desolation of Smaug, was a itting collaboration to play with Elena, James said. he song and his sister were the two reasons he began playing music, he explained.

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“We actually started of playing together,” he said. “I remember sitting down and listening to that song at the end of the movie, it just blew me away. “Later on, mum came up and asked, ‘do you want to learn guitar?’ and I was like, ‘yeah sure!’ “She said, ‘I was actually talking to your sister but if you want you can do lessons as well.’

“Elena had already been doing piano lessons for a while and singing lessons, so I had already learnt from that too.” heir mum, Susana, has performed with the Potato Shed since James was four years old. he youngest of seven children, James and Elena followed in mum’s footsteps by acting in Potato Shed productions of Aladdin, Cinderella and Totes Ma Goat. Both now play guitar, ukulele and piano, while James is also handy on the drums. hey cut their teeth playing at Open Mic nights at the Shed, and both study music at university and have separate bands that play at local venues. But their live gigs have dried up during COVID-19 restrictions and both siblings have been out of work, temporarily, as council swim instructors. “I’ve been working a lot here and there with my older brothers as a labourer,” James said. “[Elena and I] don’t have jobs but we’re going OK. Elena doesn’t seem to be too fussed and I’m pretty chilled.” Both siblings have been working on new original music during the pandemic. “I know for my own stuf I’ll be getting Elena to do some harmonies, because I think male and female vocals blend really well,” James said. Like many artists across the region, live-streamed gigs haven given them another creative outlet. Next Friday’s performance will be the siblings’ third online gig at the Potato Shed. “he irst time was a bit daunting – it was weird to play just to a camera,” James said. “We played a much better set the second time.” he live-streamed shows helped bring locals together online amid the social isolation of COVID-19, James said. “You can have the show playing in the background and just relax a bit, because I know a lot of people are stressing at the moment.” Luke Voogt 17 GEELONG INDEPENDENT Friday, 5 June, 2020

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Disadvantaged Geelong people are going cold and hungry as an early cold snap strains the resources of Geelong charities. he cold and wet weather has let the charities unable to meet demand for shelter, clothing and food.

Geelong Airport could make way for a 500-lot residential development worth up to $80 million. he airport’s owners will put the airport land up for sale by tender later this month.

A survey is asking the region’s coastal residents whether they would give up their homes in a “planned retreat” from rising seas. he CSIRO said its national survey would gauge support for a Federal Government plan to deal with climate change in coastal areas.

Moolap’s $4 billion Nelson Cove project has been dealt a curve ball with news the orange-bellied parrot is facing extinction from an outbreak of beak and feather disease. he former saltworks site is considered crucial habitat to the endangered bird, now down to 50 in the wild. he Federal Government has demanded an urgent response to the latest threat, which has killed many of this year’s ledglings.

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Miranda B, Geelong “I couldn’t recommend Home Instead (Geelong) more highly. Giovanni and his team provided the type of care we all dream of for our parents. We had three carers calling in three times a day and all of them took a loving interest in our mother and went out of their way to give the best care they could possibly deliver. Whenever a carer was sick the gap was illed by one of the other carers and so there was a seamless consistency which ensured our mother had everything she needed and was always cared for by people who knew her. hank you from the bottom of our hearts from our family to all staf at Home Instead Geelong.”

Ruth B, Geelong “My husband has been in care with young onset Alzheimer’s for three years. I met with Giovanni to try and provide a carer for my husband as, at that time, family members were taking him out seven days a week which had become exhausting, both emotionally and physically. Giovanni found a carer for my husband, a delightful man who took him of for a walk to the beach. From that day on, my husband has had a carer for two hours every Monday and Friday. He goes to the beach, has an ice cream or hot chocolate or milkshake – all his favourites. Sometimes it’s a drive listening to music. We have been grateful for the excellent care and compassion and the thoughtful way in which this happy outcome has been achieved. I fully recommend this company, all the staf I have dealt with have been courteous, kind and professional.

Denice O, Geelong “Great support from Giovanni and his team. He matched my husband up with a wonderful carer and he has made our life so much better. Having this company provide 24-hour care will enable my husband to stay at home with one-on-one care. I can fulil my promise to keep him home and not have him go into a nursing home. Wonderful company and so glad we have them there to support us.” If you want to ind out about in-home care services available, how it works or how to apply, contact Giovanni and the Home Instead team for more information. Home Instead Senior Care Geelong, Oice 4, 194 Pakington Street, Geelong West. Inquiries: 5201 9090 or visit www.homeinstead.com.au

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It’s all about lifestyle at Geelong Grove A life of independence, security and friendship for retirees is the enticing ofer from Geelong Grove Retirement Community. he pretty village of wide streets and thriving gardens has a relaxed environment – just ive kilometres south of Geelong and a short car trip to the picturesque Corio Bay and beautiful beaches. Close to University Hospital, Epworth Hospital and St John of God Hospital, Geelong Grove is also nearby to Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre with major supermarkets, cafes and professional services. And you are never too far away from a golf course, with Barwon Valley Golf club also within easy reach. Public transport access is easy with bus stops located right outside the village entries and there is a village bus that caters for weekly shopping trips and other community outings. Village and sales manager Peter Hinck says whatever you are looking for in your retirement, you will be spoilt for choice in Geelong Grove’s welcoming community. “Each single-storey home has generous living spaces, along with a private courtyard where you can create your own garden with lowers, vegetables or herbs,” Mr Hinck says. “he courtyard provides a great space for families to visit and barbecues to be enjoyed,

or for just sitting back and relaxing, reading a book in the sun. “Geelong Grove caters for everyone. “Social activities are right on the doorstep for when the mood strikes. here is always something to do including bus trips to fashion shows and catching up with friends and neighbours in the community centre. “here’s the gym for workouts, regular group exercise classes and the woodwork shed for those who love to tinker. Or perhaps get into some friendly competition by hitting the green for lawn bowls, have a game of petanque or rack up the billiard balls. “If you are in a mood for something more relaxing, collect and read a book from our wonderful library, be pampered in the on-site hairdressing salon or simply take a stroll around the village and admire the gardens. “We ind that life can be busy or cruisy depending on what you want out of retirement,” Mr Hinck says. “It’s a fabulous lifestyle here at Geelong Grove – book a personalised tour today and see for yourself what we have on ofer.” Geelong Grove Retirement Community, 50 Barwarre Road, Marshall. Inquiries: 1300 295 834 or visit www.australianunity.com.au to ind more information.

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Central Geelong ... getting personal again Ater months without personal and beauty treatments, many people are very happy to see these important personal services opening for clients. While it’s exciting to say goodbye to chipped nails, hairy legs, bushy eyebrows, pasty skin and grey hairs, it’s important to know that visiting your trusted beauty providers will be a little diferent as businesses reopen within strict COVID-19 safety and hygiene requirements. Central Geelong Marketing says from this week, Central Geelong’s beauty therapy, tanning, waxing, nail spas, massage and tattoo providers can open with up to 20 patrons. Expect to book for all treatments and provide contact name and phone details whenever you receive a treatment. here will also be increased signage explaining maximum numbers within the premises and compliance requirements. Many businesses have spent time preparing their premises for reopening, from implementing increased safety and hygiene measures (including deep cleaning) to ensuring staf are well trained and prepared. Additional hygiene measures are a priority, prior to re-opening and while operating. here will be frequent cleaning and disinfection of high-touch surfaces and bathrooms. SkinMD Clinic in Moorabool Street has appointments available via online bookings and has precautions in place to ensure the health and safety of clients and staf. Adina Salon in Ryrie Street specialises in beauty therapy and is ofering bookings via website or phone. All staf have been upskilling while the business was closed. he team at Adina asks customers to come alone to their appointment and use the hand sanitiser provided at the entrance. No bedding will be used on treatment beds to assist with the cleaning process between clients. hey also ask clients to reschedule if they are feeling unwell.

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Clockwise from far left: SkinMD; Shinto Tattoo; Temple Hair; Sloane Mens Grooming; Adina Salon; Ren Skin. (Pictures: Supplied)

Shinto Tattoo Gallery is taking appointments and has a variety of new rules in place for COVID-19, while Purely Piercing/Kustome Kulture Tattoos is ofering services via appointment only and will not accept walk-in customers. It is important if you have booked a treatment to make sure you turn up for it. Know that your booking will represent a signiicant portion of the salon’s income for the day, so not turning up can really impact the viability of the business.

If you must cancel, do so with plenty of notice so the business can ill the appointment time with another client. And make sure you only attend appointments when you are well. Stay home if you are unwell and seek medical attention. Be kind and patient with staf, they are adapting to many new safety and hygiene procedures. Because there are limits on the number of customers allowed in store, based on the size of the business, many will be working with reduced staf numbers.

Be lexible when you are booking your appointments. With limited capacity you might need to make your appointment earlier or later than usual. his helps the business maximise their customers for the day. Rixon Hairdressing in Moorabool Street has limited appointments for existing clients, available via phone. All stations and chairs are being disinfected before and ater each client and disposable cups are being used. Temple Hair in Moorabool Street had a mini

makeover while closed and is now open for phone appointments. Sloane Mens Grooming in Malop Street is strictly via appointment only and has developed some new rules for clients which include: come alone, if you feel unwell stay home; sanitise your hands; follow social distance requirements; and be right on time – not early and not late! he team at Sloane, led by Rachel Sloane, is cleaning before, during, and ater every client and has limited services to one client per barber per hour. Central Geelong beauty, hair and personal care businesses have been adapting quickly to meet the demands of customers through these challenging times and are doing things diferently to make sure they can continue to provide their expert services. Free casual on and of-street parking until June 30, 2020 in Central Geelong has been introduced by the City of Greater Geelong Council as a support measure to assist businesses and residents impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Time limits still apply. Making sure you support local businesses is more important than ever. Supporting local businesses keeps money in the community. Local businesses employ local people. hey also use a wide range of local suppliers. his keeps the money you spend with them moving through the local economy – in turn supporting more businesses and creating more local jobs. To see the huge range of beauty, tanning, waxing, nail, hair, massage and tattoo services on ofer in Central Geelong and ind out more about how Central Geelong businesses are doing things diferently and how you can help support local businesses visit centralgeelong.com.au or download the Love Central Geelong smartphone app.

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Something old â&#x20AC;Ś something new: that just about sums up the Santa Fe Active as a no-nonsense wagon at a family-friendly price under $50K. For example, following keyless entry to the vehicle with fob tucked away, you have to step back in time, fumble for the key, slot it into the steering column ignition and turn the switch to start the engine. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s then that the 21st century gets a look-in with the Santa Fe featuring much of the latest automotive technology, including Hyundaiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s SmartSense package of safety stuf. Opening the innings for the Santa Fe squad is the Active petrol automatic featuring the latest Hyundai 3.5-litre V6 motor driving the front wheels through an eight-speed automatic transmission, for $43,000, plus on-road costs. hereater follows a line-up of petrol and diesel all-wheel drive wagons up to the Highlander 2.2-litre diesel automatic AWD at $60,500 (plus ORCs). I ended up with a middle-order Active 2.2-litre diesel automatic AWD, with a $46,000 Memories share space with modern motoring in the Santa Fe Active SUV. (Supplied) price tag, on test. eiciency, and fuel consumption; parked vehicle Infotainment All Santa Feâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sport a touchscreen, the Active location and parking time reminders. Roadside Styling he Santa Fe plays on its family-friendly nature making do with a 7-inch display. Added to this assistance can be contacted immediately. and shapes up with standard big sports utility is an array of buttons and knobs, among them air-con dials (no climate control here). Engines / transmissions vehicle looks. Also absent is embedded satellite navigation. he test vehicle was stuck with the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto can be called tried-and-tested 2.2-litre 147 kW, 440 Nm Interior he surroundings eschew the ubiquitous up via a mobile phone connection. Wireless turbo-diesel motor, which is available across all grades. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teamed with an eight-speed black, opting for a grey base with chocolate phone charging has gone missing too. Featured as standard in Santa Fe Active automatic transmission and Hyundaiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s highlights. Active seating misses out on the leather trappings of upper-level Santa Feâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, being and Elite models is Hyundai Auto Link, a HTRAC all-wheel drive system. replaced by quality fabric. Storage is a major smartphone app that allows the owner to feature of the cabin with a large centre-console stay connected to the car. Included is driving Safety box and slots for drink bottles and the like info such as current distance, current travel he 2020 Santa Fe boasts Hyundaiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s SmartSense time, todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s distance, todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s travel time, fuel safety system which incorporates forward within easy reach of all occupants.

MODEL RANGE Hyundai Santa Fe Active 3.5-litre petrol automatic FWD $43,000 Hyundai Santa Fe Elite 3.5-litre petrol automatic FWD $51,000 Hyundai Santa Fe Highlander 3.5-litre petrol automatic FWD $57,500 Hyundai Santa Fe Active 2.2-litre diesel automatic AWD $46,000 Hyundai Santa Fe Elite 2.2-litre diesel automatic AWD $54,000 Hyundai Santa Fe Highlander 2.2-litre diesel automatic AWD $60,500

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collision-avoidance assist, smart cruise control with stop-and-go function, blind spot and rear cross-traic warning, as well as driver attention warning, high beam assist and lane keeping assist. On the downside, the curtain airbag falls short, leaving those in the third row of seats exposed. here are no IsoFix or tether points either, which rules out baby seats.

Driving With 147 kW on tap at 3800 rpm, the 2.2-litre turbodiesel is an engine thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a smooth operator and quiet to boot. With 1000 rpm of peak torque (1750 to 2750 rpm) thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lexibility on hand when required for overtaking. Hyundai claims fuel consumption of 7.5 litres per 100 kilometres on the combined urban/highway cycle. he test carÂ came up pretty much on target.

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Trio set for Hawk hunt Geelong skipper Joel Selwood and fellow midielder Mitch Duncan will hit the ground running despite surgery in the of-season, according to midield coach Matthew Knights. Selwood, who underwent hamstring surgery over the of-season, was champing at the bit to take on the Hawks next Friday, Knights told Geelong Cats Media. “He’s got a real thirst for the game again and I was lucky enough to be able to do some one-on-one sessions with him over the break,” he said. “Just to see him go about his work, whether it was running or ball work, [he’s a] thorough professional and it’s given him really good prep time for this period. “Now being able to get back into the body-on-body stuf, he’s feeling great.” Knights predicted big things for Duncan, who kicked three goals in Geelong’s round 1 loss to Greater Western Sydney back in March. Duncan underwent surgery over the of season ater sufering grade 3 medial ligament damage in Geelong’s qualifying inal loss to Collingwood last year. “I’m expecting a huge season from Mitch, I really am,” Knights said. “Mitch Duncan’s been

exemplary with the way he’s prepared himself. His body shape is great.” Duncan responded good-humouredly to the praise during a press conference on Wednesday. “Yeah, he’s spruiking me, I don’t know what he’s doing,” he laughed. “I’d better get a kick now.” he eight weeks of, as COVID-19 restrictions halted the AFL season, had helped Duncan get more itness in his legs, he said. “It’s great to get an eight-week training block in, pretty much a mini preseason, coming into this next patch of games. “Whether I would have fell in a hole midway through the year [without the break] or not, I

guess we’ll never know.” Despite kicking three goals in round 1, Duncan did not see himself moving up forward from the wing more oten. “All midielders like kicking goals and impacting the game,” he said. “I’d like to kick three every week. If I can hit the scoreboard it’s a bit of a bonus.” Duncan said he had enjoyed training in small groups. “It feels like you touch the ball a lot more.” He had also enjoyed “getting hit again” as the Cats ramped up match simulation for restart, despite teammates treading on his feet “that many times”, he said. Without crowds to cheer the Cats on, for now, the team would look to players like Luke Dalhaus, Jack Steven and Gary Rohan to create that “energy and enthusiasm” instead, Duncan said. Meanwhile, Duncan’s midield colleague Sam Menegola also received a glowing endorsement from Knights. “He’s in good shape,” Knights said. “Sam’s had plenty of prep time. [He is] really big with his itness and his training, he’s a real self-driven athlete and he’ll be in really tip-top shape come Hawthorn in a couple of weeks.”

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