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Voice photographer Rebecca Hosking was at Ocean Grove main beach on Monday and despite overcast skies, Keiko Hay, Nalu, 6, Taich, 10, and 15-year-old dog JJ were enjoying the day. ■ More pictures: Page 12
$3m path levy proposed By Justin Flynn Every household in Ocean Grove will fork out $507 to partially fund a 25.2 kilometre network of footpaths under a proposed shared funding model announced by the City of Greater Geelong. Council is proposing that the city and ratepayers jointly fund the Principal Pedestrian Network (PPN), with council tipping in $3.65 million and ratepayers footing the remaining $3.17 million. There are 6245 rateable properties in the town that will help pay for the network. Council said the Special Charge Scheme (SCS) was supported by a majority of property owners who participated in community
engagement. Council sent 5644 letters to ratepayers for feedback with 1035 valid surveys received, a response rate of 18.3 per cent. However, the move has been met with anger from many ratepayers who voiced their concern on social media this week. Some of the concerns were from residents who objected to having to pay when their properties do not front any of the PPN. Others wanted council to fund the entire project, while some residents said they didn’t want a footpath outside their house. Of the $3.65 million that council is investing in the project, $440,000 is for width upgrades to new shared paths and $45,000 for the city’s own property charges.
Council considers the network of walking paths to have broad community benefit, saying it will improve accessibility, pedestrian safety, encourage healthier lifestyles and reduce car dependence. The total project includes 25.2 kilometres of new paths, with new sections added to the network’s original 22.8 kilometres. The additional footpath sections include: Wallington Road; Presidents Avenue (in front of Ocean Grove Park); Tuckfield Street East; Shell Road West; Orton Street South (Sweetman Parade to Presidents Avenue); Field Street South; The Parade (Wallington Road to Field Street South); Begola Wetlands; and Collendina Reserve. The network also includes a 1.4 kilometre shared walking-cycling path
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Family violence drives crime rise By Justin Flynn Assaults and family violence-related crimes have increased in Ocean Grove during the past year, according to data released by the Crime Statistics Agency. Ocean Grove recorded a 14 per cent increase in crime in the 12 months to December, 2020, compared to 2019. The number of assaults recorded in Ocean Grove doubled from 2019, with 64 offences recorded in 2020. Family violence serious assaults almost tripled from six offences in 2019 to 17 in 2020
and family violence common assault rose to 29 – almost four times the number of offences recorded in 2019. Breaches of family violence orders were up 64 per cent. Local area commander, Inspector Monique Leffanue, said over the past year, most crimes in Ocean Grove have predominantly remained stable except for increases in family violence-related assaults and breaches of family violence orders. “Any increase in family violence offending is incredibly concerning to police, however it is important to note that the increase seen in Ocean Grove is in line with what police saw
across the state over the past year,” Inspector Leffanue said. “This increase would undoubtedly have been impacted by the restrictions associated with the coronavirus pandemic however may also reflect an increased community confidence in reporting to police. “Family Violence Investigation Unit detectives across the state continue to actively monitor high-risk perpetrators and check in on victims of family violence, providing them with an opportunity to raise concerns.” Inspector Leffanue said decreases in property offences, including theft of and theft
from a motor vehicle, were a by-product of decreased offender movement and increased guardianship of property during the pandemic. “We do know that as people start to return to the office after a long time working from home, there will be more opportunities for offences like burglaries and car theft to occur,” she said. “We want to reassure the community that despite last year’s low numbers, police will continue to work hard to prevent and disrupt this kind of offending. Based on intelligence, police will continue to proactively task officers to patrol known hotspots at key times when we know this type of offending is likely to occur.”
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Ocean Grove primary school pupils are safer after the installation of a pedestrian crossing on Kingston Downs Drive. (Justin Flynn)
Crossing boosts road safety Concerned parents finally got their wish when a pedestrian crossing was installed on Kingston Downs Drive in Ocean Grove. Kingston estate communications manager Allason Lynch began campaigning for the crossing 12 years ago. As the only road in and out of Kingston estate, Kingston Downs Drive is also used by pupils riding and walking to and from two primary schools. “Twelve years ago I sent my first letter to council and then we had a petition with over 600 signatures, and then council said there was
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An Ocean Grove cafe will be able to expand its outdoor dining area as part of a City of Greater Geelong proposal to sell part of a road reserve outside the cafe. Council resolved to provide notice of its intention to discontinue about 50 square metres of road reserve, on the shoulder of the road abutting Groove Cafe at 56 Wallington Road, Ocean Grove. The shoulder is not part of the government road and does not provide for traffic movement or parking, council said. The city-owned site has been used as an informal al fresco dining area by Groove Cafe. Groove Cafe’s owners want to acquire the partial road reserve to extend their dining space. Mayor Stephanie Asher said the proposed sale of the land would benefit the council, the cafe and its patrons. “Council has invested significantly in helping businesses activate their outdoor spaces and we’ve seen an explosion of al fresco areas across the region in the past six months,” Cr Asher said. “This part of the road reserve is not required for parking, so it is a great idea to make it available for the cafe to expand its service.” Finance portfolio chair, Cr Anthony Aitken encouraged the community to provide feedback on the proposed sale. “There will be an opportunity to provide a written submission or to be heard in person by a Submissions Review Panel, so please take part in this process if you have a view about the proposed sale,” he said. If the sale proceeds, the portion of road reserve would be sold at market value and the city will be reimbursed for all costs it incurs.
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Don’t be afraid to call triple-0 Residents on the Bellarine are being urged to call triple-0 instead of local police stations. Bellarine Police Senior Sergeant Adrian Bickley said people seemed reluctant to dial triple-0, thinking their problem is “not serious enough”. “Whilst engaging with community members on the Bellarine Peninsula I have noticed a reluctance to call triple-0,” he said. “This appears to be due to people feeling that the issue they wish to report is not an emergency
or not serious enough to call triple-0. Police on the Bellarine, and indeed throughout the state, rely on members of our communities to sometimes act as the eyes and ears in regards to reporting crime which would include people breaking into houses, assaulting others or even acting in an unruly manner that may lead to criminal offences if not acted upon by police. “If you call triple-0 your information will be passed onto the nearest available police unit who will then take appropriate action.”
Senior Sergeant Bickley said there was a simple way to decide which situations warrant a call to triple-0. “The best way to think about it is that if you think police are required now, that is, something is happening now and police could deal with it if they attend, then call triple-0,” he said. “If the matter is not happening now, for instance you have woken up and you see your car has been broken into, then call the Police
Assistance Line on 131 444. “What I don’t want to see is people not reporting crime or possible crime as they are watching it because they thought it was not important enough to call police. “Let police attend and take appropriate action. We need the community’s help so we can help the community. “And please lock your cars and lock your homes. A simple deterrent that can stop opportunistic crime occurring.”
Help for Emma Emma Falzon is just like any other five-year-old. She enjoys the beach, loves painting, dancing, listening to music and jumping on the trampoline. She enjoys going to Ocean Grove Primary School and enthusiastically embraces learning new things. But Emma has cerebral palsy and epilepsy and functions as a nine- to-12-month-old. She was recently given a wheelchair through the NDIS but still needs to be lifted in and out of the chair and into the car each time she goes to school and appointments with mum, Sarah and six-year-old sister, Kasey. The NDIS is able to modify cars to allow wheelchair users to travel in their chair, but Sarah’s car is not suitable for the modifications. The NDIS will pay for the required work to modify a suitable car, but cannot help with the costs of the car. Sarah is a single mum on a low income and cannot afford to buy a new car. “The NIDIS can only modify a car that is … up to five years old,” Sarah said. “I’d be able to wheel her in, straight into the
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This past month has been a kaleidoscope of commitments and opportunities which has afforded our council group an incredible insight into the region and its people. In just one week, I visited Northern Bay Secondary College, met with the mayor of Ballarat, as well as the G21 chief executive and deputy chair, attended G21’s audit and risk committee and multiple City of Greater Geelong meetings, visited both the new Geelong Food Relief Centre and Barwon Heads’ environmentally significant moonah stands, opened the Armstrong Creek East Pavilion and hosted the inaugural sustainability advisory committee meeting. The councillors and executive leadership team are also meeting on average three weeknights to examine and prepare the four-year community plan and the budget and we’ve also dedicated a couple of Saturdays to building our working relationships. These facilitated sessions are identifying sticking points, increasing our understanding of each others’ perspectives and bringing everyone’s efforts together to benefit the community. One of the most important local connections is our relationship with our Traditional Owners and the land, our Country. Two years ago, the council group enjoyed a tour of the region conducted by local elder, Corrina Eccles. On that occasion I was unable to attend but have been keen ever since to organise another tour.
Briefs Clinics join vaccination roll out Three locations on the Bellarine Peninsula joined the COVID-19 vaccination program this week. Phase 1b of the roll out will see 1000 GPs across Australia delivering COVID-19 vaccines for the elderly and immunocompromised, progressively increasing in number to more than 4000 by the end of April. Ocean Grove Respiratory Clinic, Point Lonsdale Medical Group and Bellarine Community Health in Portarlington started vaccinations lon March 22. Warralily Family Medical Clinic is also participating. Details: www.health. gov.au/initiatives-and-programs/ covid-19-vaccines
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That eventuated last Saturday, when councillors, partners and city officers joined Corrina for a second drive around Greater Geelong to learn the history of our land. Not only do I now appreciate the significance of a scar tree, I have a better insight into the natural waterways, some of the confronting history of how our Indigenous community was treated and, more positively, how we are now hearing these stories. The busy pace will continue to Easter and I’m confident the work we are doing now will reap rewards for our community in the long term.
The Great Barwon Heads Duck Race is back on Easter Saturday at the Barwon River mouth on the bridge between 1.30pm and 2.30pm. Duck numbers will be sold ($10) at a range of locations or they can be purchased online at eventbrite.com. au. Prizes include golf packages, wine hampers, food and wine, hairdressing and petrol vouchers. The event helps raise money for Rotary Club of Ocean Grove, Barwon Heads Primary School, Barwon Heads Scouts and Barwon Heads Association. All ducks will be individually numbered and prizes will be given to the first 10 placegetters.
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After a week of warm weather, the Bellarine and humid Peninsula plunged back into cool conditions for the final week of that hasn’t deterred summer. But the likes of Kellie Hosking and Beau Hill who posed for this picture with Jasper at the Barwon Heads Bridge this week. ■ See page 11 for more Rebecca Hosking pictures.
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eligible to compete in the finals starting The Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association 6. The clubs were ordered not to play March injuries. The match was abandoned has issued $25,000 in their final D Grade home in and away round matches players from both teams became after several We believe we have clubs from competing fines and banned two tomorrow. put together a pretty embroiled in a indication physical altercation. true finals after an on field in this season’s D Grade of what happened The BPCA also on the day and we Spectators were also haven’t hidden away strongly being abandoned on brawl resulted in a match both clubs involved. from Saturday. Both clubs have appealed from selecting any discouraged Queenscliff Cricket anything we did.” Portarlington and player the penalties. the match from Club said it Queenscliff cricket Portarlington playing in another from disappointed with were each slapped clubs tomorrow, the decision handed was grade club was seeking president Peter Evans said his with a $12,500 fine whether they were by the BPCA. “We down legal advice. $10,000 suspended involved in the with confrontation consider the punishment for five years. “We’re devastated or not. as by it and we acknowledge unfair. We will be appealing The clubs occupied Police were called the decision,” the that it hasn’t been the top two spots club told the Voice good,” he said. to Portarlington the ladder at the on Recreation Reserve yesterday. time “We’re not here to and are investigating Six players – four stripped of all their of the brawl, but were incident say everyone is squeaky an clean in this during points and will not two from Queensclifffrom Portarlington and but it’s a bit be batsman MichaelQueenscliff’s innings that left 22 – and two spectators blokes who are goingunfair that you’ve got involved with Farrell in hospital Queenscliff with head the actions to be punished for tribunal on individual will front the BPCA of a minimal amount charges on Monday of people. night.
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Growth concerns aired By Justin Flynn Concerns about “inappropriate developments”, the loss of rural character, and traffic and footpath issues were raised by residents during a recent forum about over development on the Bellarine. More than 70 people attended the forum, which was held by the Drysdale Clifton Springs Curlewis Association (DCSCA). In 2019, the state government declared the Bellarine Peninsula to be a Distinctive Area and Landscape (DAL) where “the distinct character of settlements is maintained and
enhanced”. However, residents say they are concerned about the prospect of developers encroaching on urban settlements. Prior to the forum, DCSCA raised concerns that building lot sizes were decreasing in the area. “The lot size of the older areas of Ocean Grove and Clifton Springs are typically in excess of 600m2,” DCSCA said in a statement. “More recent developments are smaller lot size with less than 500m2 and the latest development proposed for Drysdale is less than 400m2 per lot. There is a concern that these developments are changing the rural character of our townships as they leave less room for
trees. Native wildlife is replaced by vermin species (eg Indian mynas). Also stormwater run-off is increased which increases the risk of flooding and the pollution risk to our waterways and coastal areas.” Residents were also concerned that the newly constructed Tivoli Drive, Curlewis, was a safety risk as it was too narrow and too busy. DCSCA circulated a questionnaire to residents, asking them which issues they were concerned about. The results of the survey will be made public in the coming weeks. The forum was attended by Bellarine ward councillors Trent Sullivan and Jim Mason.
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Scott Andrews was in a dark place and contemplating suicide. Broke, living in a dark and ramshackle shop in Queenscliff, suffering from painful rheumatoid arthritis and prone to hours of crying every day, he said he had lost all hope. “I didn’t know what day it was and super anxious – it all came to a head,” Scott, an artist and former stonemason, said. “I had no creative ideas, I was just in survival mode. How do I get out of bed, what am I going to eat?” Scott found a mixture of medication that worked and things began to change. “I immediately had this idea that I had to do a book,” he said. The idea was a photo book about men recounting experiences of their own mental
health journey. “It started with one guy who walked into the shop and I told him about this process and my idea and that’s how it all started,” Scott said. “He told someone else, then someone else saw it.” The end result is Man Up Man Down, a book about 50 men photographed with the almost forgotten wet-plate process, who reflect on their mental health demons through a series of questions and answers. “I’ve met so many amazing people – war veterans, guys who have been raped at school and anything from a mildly anxious 20-year-old to an ex-sniper in Iraq,” Scott said. “If you’re worried about your mate or your son, you show them this book. There’s 400 answers
Peter Brown and deputy mayor Trent Sullivan try some indoor curling. (Supplied)
there. We all just need a general understanding of being a bit more compassionate. If we are all a bit nicer to each other and ask a few questions and be honest and show vulnerability to our kids.” Scott, who is in the midst of converting an old building into an art studio in Ocean Grove, wants to do similar books on AFL, music and surfing. “If someone isn’t into AFL, they might be into music or surfing,” he said. “I want high-profile people to be in the book and just talk.” Details: thetravellingalchemist.com.au If you or someone you know is in need of support, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.
Floor curling has arrived in Ocean Grove. Floor curling is a modified version of the Olympic sport of curling that allows the game to be played without ice. The City of Greater Geelong awarded a $1850 grant to Ocean Grove Memorial Recreation Reserve management committee to help them establish the sport. About 30 people took part in the recent launch of the sport at the Memorial Hall, including deputy mayor Trent Sullivan. “Our 2020-21 Healthy & Connected Communities grants helped almost 70 groups and organisations carry out their vital community projects,” Cr Sullivan said. “We’re glad the council grant has provided an opportunity for the hall committee to create another fun and lively activity for its members. “The Memorial Hall is home to one of the busiest recreation programs in Greater Geelong, with more than 50 hours of classes and games each week. “The addition of floor curling is another great reason for residents to enjoy each other’s company and take part in some friendly banter and competition.” After Easter, the committee plans to run a session every Thursday afternoon between 2pm and 3pm. “The committee felt that introducing floor curl would be a good addition especially for those unable to partake in the hall’s more physical activities,” Ocean Grove Memorial Recreation Reserve management committee president Peter Brown said. Currently badminton, calisthenics, pickleball, soft tennis, table tennis and metafit use the hall for more than 50 hours a week. To get involved, contact Mr Brown on 0410-554 345 or pmb12@ optusnet.com.au.
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By Justin Flynn SES Bellarine is hoping a public ‘virtual’ tin rattle will boost funds so it can continue to serve the community. The SES is not fully funded by the state government and all units need to raise money for new response vehicles and essential equipment. Due to health and safety requirements, volunteers are not permitted to raise money by rattling tins at road intersections. So a team of 30 to 40 volunteers are trying a ‘virtual’ tin rattle instead.
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SES Bellarine volunteers Wendy Rabone (top) Catherine Cloutier, Jordan Siwicki and Ian Rabone. (Justin Flynn)
“When you get a severe storm event you can have 140 jobs in one night,” he said. “Most people join because they want to give back to the community in which they live and the flipside of that is you do learn a lot of new
skills, there’s a lot of training and you get to meet new people.” To donate to SES Bellarine’s virtual tin rattle, visit: bellarineses.org.au/donate or givenow. com.au/bellarineses.
Barwon Coast Update SPOTLIGHT ON OUR TEAM At Barwon Coast we manage 15kms of coast coastal Crown land through the Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads townships, along the Bass Strait coast of the Bellarine Peninsula. Our vision is that the natural environment of our coastline will flourish whilst meeting the needs of our engaged communities. Some of our team you may see daily on the coast, this is our Coastal Operations Team. Led by the Coastal Operations Manager this team of 12 is split into two areas. Natural Resources: this part of the team undertakes a wide variety of environmental tasks including pest animal and plants, endangered species recovery as well as revegetation and rehabilitation works. A very passionate group who love the environment they work in.
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As coastal managers we are charged with managing the amenity of the coast. From time to time with due consideration to coastal users and environmental considerations we issue licences and permits for commercial use of the coastal reserve.
Did you know that the Barwon River Estuary system is rather special? It is - so much so that it is listed as a RAMSAR site ramsar.org RAMSAR recognises that the Barwon Estuary contains unique wetlands important for conserving biological diversity. In particular, it is significant for migratory shorebirds that travel to our shores every year, landing exhausted on the banks of the river after long international journeys.
This Easter school holidays the popular Geelong Piano Bar will be operating ‘Piano Bar Shipped’ in Lahey Square on the Barwon Heads foreshore. Piano Bar Shipped will run a variety of entertainment events daily from Good Friday April 2nd through to Sunday April 18th. pianobar.com.au/barwonheadsbookings
Visitor Infrastructure & Services: this crew have a range of duties that include daily rounds of the coast identifying issues for management, rubbish collection, facility and infrastructure maintenance and repairs and installing signs. We are very proud of their in-house construction skills. The stairs at 31W 13th Beach and the boardwalk on the Ocean Grove spit are some of their construction achievements. We are now hiring for the Manager Coastal Operations and the Team Leader Visitor & Infrastructure Services. Applications close 2nd April. barwoncoast.com.au/employment
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One of the ways we consider this significant aspect of the Barwon Estuary in our management of the area is to ensure migratory birds have ample protection to recover undisturbed from their long journeys. Area C of the current dog controls (the beach area along the river) aims to provide this protection during peak migration season through timed access and dogs on leash barwoncoast.com.au/dogs-beaches In Area C from 1 December to 30 April you can walk your dog on leash from 7:00pm to 9:00am and dogs are prohibited from 9:00am to 7:00pm. From 1 May to 30 November dogs are permitted off-leash under supervised effective control. These controls therefore allow users to walk their dogs, but also give a level of protection to shore birds. This helps all users ShareOurShores with wildlife.
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Businesses are again in the running for thousands of dollars in prize money as Rotary Club of Ocean Grove begins its Community Service Awards for 2021. The awards recognise local businesses and employees and have this year been expanded to include Queenscliff. There are four award categories: • Small Business Excellence Award recognising excellence in areas such as customer service, staff training and motivation, innovation and contribution to the local community. The winner receives $1000 and the runner-up $250; • Apprentice or Trainee of the Year Award for aptitude, work ethic, motivation, performance, willingness to learn and sociability. The winner receives $750 and runner-up $250; • Team Member of the Year Award for an individual’s dedication to their job including consistency, service excellence, helping others, their willingness to undertake training and coping with stressful situations. The winner receives $500 and runner-up $250; • Volunteer Organisation of the Year Award for outstanding service to the community. The winner receives $500 and runner-up $250. People and organisations from Barwon Heads through to Queenscliff are eligible. Nominations can be made online at rotaryoceangrove.org.au or by picking up a nomination form from Driftwood Cafe, Ocean Grove. Entries close April 30.
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Welcoming the Babies Next month I will be hosting the first Welcoming the Babies event in Corangamite. This is a special occasion to celebrate and welcome new babies to our community, as well as an opportunity to link new parents with important local services.
Nicola and Fallon Stuart with BCH palliative care nurses Sue Berry and Teresa Prior. (Supplied)
A heartfelt fundraiser A fundraising campaign has secured much-needed equipment and support for families with a loved one in palliative care at home on the Bellarine. Barwon Heads mother Nicola Stuart has been campaigning for the past year to raise money for Bellarine Community Health’s (BCH) palliative care services. Her fundraising efforts are in memory of daughter Lorna, who died at home last year supported by the BCH palliative care and community nursing team. The extended Stuart family donated to BCH following Lorna’s death, with Nicola spending much of the COVID-19 lockdown making masks to raise more money. BCH has used the donations to purchase lightweight wheelchairs, walking frames, a special cushioned mattress, over toilet frames
and other equipment and medical supplies to support families in need. “They’re all resources that are really needed to support people which will make a huge difference for someone in palliative care,” Nicola said. BCH nurse practitioner Sue Berry said support from the Stuart family had been overwhelming. “This equipment we’ve been able to now buy will help reduce stress on carers and families by enabling people to stay at home and be cared for at home,” Sue said. “BCH will be loaning this equipment out free of charge so that will also help financially because there’s often extra costs associated with keeping people at home when they’re in palliative care.” For more information or to donate, visit: bch. org.au/donate
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An outstanding field Emily Lyons got her inner scarecrow happening in the lead-up to the Great Australian Scarecrow Competition. The inaugural competition attracted 55 entries and organisers are hoping to double that tally this year. The scarecrows will be situated along the fence of Flying Brick Cider Co, Bellarine Highway, Wallington. story: Page 7
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Bumper business By Justin Flynn Businesses across the Bellarine are reporting a bumper high-summer season after struggling through a COVID-19-affected winter. Although the peninsula remains busy throughout summer, the end of January is usually when many holidaymakers return home as schools prepare to reopen. But many local businesses told the Voice they had experienced strong numbers this season, with cooler than average summer temperatures failing to deter tourists from flocking to the region, many for the first time. Lyndsay Sharp of the Sharp Group, which incorporates Flying Brick Cider Co, Leura
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Park Estate, Curlewis Golf Club, Jack Rabbit and Yes Said the Seal, said “the percentage of newcomers to the region is exciting for both our community and local economy”. “So many patrons have let us know they have just moved to the region, have purchased a holiday house down our way or are renting for 12 months to see how they like it with a view to relocating – all are from Melbourne,” she said. “Summer trade has been huge across all venues. Even with density quotients, it’s been a record period and everywhere has been thumping.” Aaron D’Arcy of The Mex in Ocean Grove said even though it had been busy, there were still obstacles.
“The main difference for us has been the restrictions in capacity which have limited the numbers of patrons we can serve at any one time,” he said. “As a result, we’ve had to utilise our bar and beer garden for dine-in customers rather than a traditional bar which has meant more of a reliance on food sales. “With this comes a significant burden on the front of house staff to take orders and serve customers spread more thinly throughout the venue. “It has also placed significant pressure on the kitchen who have had to serve more meals than normal while also navigating the increased demand for takeaways that have come out of
COVID restrictions. “Operating two different business models (dine-in and takeaway) has its own challenges – this has been the biggest hurdle for us as we need both revenue streams to remain profitable. “Previously takeaways were not a large proportion of sales so it was much easier to handle. “In all, it’s been a reasonably hard few weeks for everyone due to the stressful year we had to navigate prior to the commencement of the summer holiday period. “We’ve had to change the way we do business many times and weren’t totally sure how it would all play out over the holiday period.”
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The conduct being reported is unacceptable. I understand that these issues are distressing and want to reiterate my willingness to meet with anyone who would like to speak to me. I have returned to Parliament and will continue to voice the sincere and powerful concerns I have heard on this issue. Better connectivity I have kickstarted our local campaign to better connect local people to mobile and internet services. It is disappointing that the Morrison Government isn’t doing enough to ensure regions like ours have access adequate mobile and internet coverage. Are you experiencing slow or troublesome NBN or mobile phone coverage? Please let me know at libby.lc/connections. New name for Corangamite There is an upcoming redistribution that will affect the makeup of Corangamite. It has been recommended that the electorate be renamed Tucker to honour the life of Aboriginal activist and leader Margaret Tucker. To find out more please visit libby.lc/redistr. We are moving! This week my electorate office is relocating to the Armstrong Creek Town Centre. You can now find us at the following address. 26/500-540 Torquay Road Armstrong Creek VIC 3217 This new location will make my office more accessible to constituents across our rapidly growing electorate. You are welcome to contact my office if you would like to share your thoughts, or if there is anything we can do to assist you.
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State championship medal haul By Justin Flynn Ocean Grove Surf Lifesaving Club earned more than 60 medals at the 2021 Life Saving Victoria Youth/Senior Victorian Lifesaving State Championships at Lorne. Ocean Grove sent more than 50 competitors to the event ranging in ages from under-14 to open. Many competitors doubled up in the teams events to support the club in challenging conditions. Head coach Sonia Kinsey said her team had every right to be proud of their performance.
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“By far the best group of young athletes I have dealt with in a long time with every competitor being supportive of the other,” she said. “It has a really good feel and I hope that we can continue with this vibe for many years to come. The conditions were very challenging, however it was pleasing to see that they were rewarded for their hard work as we all know that this is when corona stopped everything last year, right here at Lorne. “I think that they made the most of every race that they could and it showed on the weekend in results and their attitude in the water.” Jesse Coulson won the Open Ironman event and Iestyn Knapp came third, despite being an under-19 competitor. Sienna Stewart was the under-14 female champion athlete (beach). Knapp also won the Maurie Rayner Scholarship for the best under-19 competitor
Top: Ocean Grove’s open men’s taplin teams; Jesse Coulson won the Open Ironman event. Above: Jess Paranavitana is out of the water; Lex McNaughton in action; Under-14 ironman Hudson Pearce won the best under-14 water award. (Pictures: Nish Photography)
for the season and under-14 ironman Hudson Pearce won the best under-14 water award. “It was a good weekend – it was hard, but we got it done,” Knapp said. “I’ve been training for two years for this state champs, so I wasn’t going to let pain get in the way. They were
awesome conditions – big surf and choppy.” The overall point score won’t be known for a few weeks. “Although we did well and should be up there in the final score, we will have to wait and see,” Kinsey said. The focus now shifts to the Australian titles
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in Maroochydore from April 16. “We only have a small team going this year as many of the kids are bottom age or have school commitments, but what we have got going will do their best and make the most of their opportunities,” Kinsey said.
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Falcon sightings a ‘privilege’ I spotted my fifth peregrine falcon for the year in Moolap. I always feel privileged when I lay eyes on one every few months, so to have seen such a good number of these birds has been awesome. The peregrine at Moolap was perched on a power line tower, watching a few flocks of starlings and sparrows underneath the tower. I strongly suspect that there are now a few less of these birds living under the tower, as I saw the peregrine in the same spot a few days in a row. The other peregrines I have seen this year were in Apollo Bay, Cape Otway, Hospital Swamp, and flying at great speed over McKillop Street in Geelong. On the subject of falcons, I photographed a brown falcon at Bawtree Road, Leopold. I discovered that Bawtree Road is popular with raptors, as I’ve seen an immature brown goshawk, black kites, whistling kites and swamp harriers, as well as a small flock of blue-winged parrots. The parrots have been impossible to photograph, as I imagine with that number of raptors around they are very wary. I have been watching a small flock of about 10 dusky woodswallows, also in Leopold. There are two juvenile birds in this flock that seem to be thriving. Near the dusky woodswallows I spotted a pallid cuckoo in the same spot that I saw a Horsfield’s bronze cuckoo recently. The pallid cuckoo is distinctive as it has grey
Jen’s photo of a bassian thrush at Geelong Botanical Gardens, and Kevin’s photos of pink-eared ducks (top), and of an adult and juvenile hoary-headed grebe seen at Lake Lorne. (Pictures: Supplied)
plumage, a yellow ring around the black eye, and a black and white undertail. Also in Leopold I photographed a very pale, almost white, leucistic Pacific black duck, and wondered if it was the same bird that was seen at Blue Waters Lake last year as they both were very distinctive. I had a quick look around Geelong Botanical Gardens, trying to see the rose robin, rufous fantail and bassian thrush that were reported by David Tytherleigh on the Geelong Field Naturalist Club Facebook site. I saw the bassian thrush, which is such a secretive bird that hides in thick undergrowth
and searches for insects by turning over leaves on the ground. I heard from Andrea Dennett that there is one remaining hooded plover chick on the beach at 19-20 W. There were originally three hatchlings, but as is always the case the survival of all three is virtually impossible due to the presence of predators. Let’s hope the remaining chick has some luck in the next few weeks and flies off into the sunset. Please keep dogs on leads in this area to enhance the chance of survival for this remaining chick. I received a few emails from Kevin, who has obviously been visiting a few of his favourite
spots around the Bellarine recently. He sent me some superb photographs of blue-billed ducks, pink-eared ducks and hoary-headed grebes (seen at Lake Lorne) and a red-necked stint at Lake Victoria. I also received an email from Trina, who sent a lovely photo of crested terns at Queenscliff. My car had a flat tyre last week, and on my walk home I picked up two garbage bags full of rubbish, mostly bottles and cans, off the ground. This rubbish finds its way to waterways from the gutters and lawns where they are left, so please think about the impact of actions on the planet and or precious environment.
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If your short on time, drop into Westfield Geelong where you’ll find Ferguson Plarre Bakehouse’s Easter cupcakes, cookies and hot cross buns, Bakers Delight’s mouth-watering hot cross buns and yummy Easter eggs available at Target, Coles and Big W.
Delicious hot cross buns have arrived at Oh Honey in Myers Street. Both traditional and chocolate are available right through until Good Friday. And if hot cross buns aren’t your thing, cinnamon scrolls are available daily. Organic larder in Malop Street has your dietary needs covered with organic Easter eggs and bunnies. You can also pick up plain, gluten free and sourdough hot cross buns and loads of dairy free chocolate options. Add Easter cupcakes to your celebrations to break up all the chocolate. Moo Mouth Coffee in Little Malop Street has an assortment of cupcakes for $3.70 each or you can order a box of six for $18. Baked by Us in Ryrie Street is taking Easter cupcake pre-orders for collection on April 1 and 2. If you feel like baking your own Easter treats, check out Baking Bliss’ range of Easter cutters and embossers. Located in Ryrie Street, this specialty store has everything you need to create delicious Easter cookies. The Fresh Food Merchant in Malop Street has loads of Easter goodies including dietary-friendly chocolate. Order online or visit in-store to check out the range of Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie Easter chocolate, cakes and organic, gluten free and vegan eggs.
Download Central Geelong’s Easter Fun Guide at www.centralgeelong.com.au/easter for a variety of Easter activities for the kids. Easter Bunny is visiting the Carousel on April 6, 11.30am-1.30pm. Kids will love the free Creation Station at Market Square Shopping Centre from March 30 – April 1 and April 3. They can also take a selfie with the Easter Bunny, who is popping into the centre on April 1 and 3, and Westfield Geelong between March 29 to April 1 and April 3, from 11am-2pm. Experience Easter-themed Augmented Reality with Easter Bunny and his friends hiding around Central Geelong. Find the AR markers to discover these loveable animals. Simply download the CreativiTek app and scan the markers. Or bring Easter Bunny to life at home. Collect the AR Easter colouring sheet from participating businesses, colour it in and watch your colouring come to life on the Creativitek app. Find the AR markers and colouring sheet locations at www.centralgeelong.com.au/events/kidsaugmented-reality-fun The Inn Hotel in Corio Street is hosting Easter INN the Parking Lot for all the big kids out there on Good Friday eve and Easter Sunday. Both parties are free. Check out their Facebook page for more details.
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Easter feasts Bay City Fisheries, located on Malop Street, inside The Fresh Food Merchant, is taking pre-orders now for the Easter long weekend. Order via The Fresh Food Merchant website. Café Go on Bellerine Street has lamb roast, a seafood feast and an Easter breakfast on the menu for delivery on either April 1 or 3. Numbers are capped. Order at www.cafego. com.au If you’re keeping it simple or have a long-standing tradition of ordering fish and chips, place your order with the Geelong Boat House on Western Beach Road, King George Fish & Chips on Eastern Beach Road or at Fryday Fish & Chips on Moorabool Street.
Visit www.centralgeelong.com.au/eat to see a full list of businesses.
Festive decorations Hosting Easter at your place? Townhouse Living in Yarra Street stocks a range of gorgeous Easter décor items as well as flowers perfect for a centrepiece. While you are there, you could pick up an Easter egg hunt kit. Bring a touch of Easter to every corner of your home with help from Bed Bath N’ Table in Westfield Geelong, or explore the Fleur Harris Easter range at Adairs in Market Square.
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DRYSDALE MERNE AT LIGHTHOUSE Set amongst beautiful trees overlooking panoramic ocean views. Our dedicated and passionate restaurant devotees unite to give you Merne at Lighthouse, a contemporary restaurant with a view. Caleb Fleet, Matt Dempsey, Graham Jefferies and Joshua Smith have travelled long individual journeys before arriving at this point. You can check out their personally crafted menus or make a reservation online, or contact the restaurant for more information or to make a booking Open hours: Lunch Thursday to Monday Dinner Friday & Saturday Bookings – phone 5251 5541 www.merne.com.au
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PIPING HOT CHICKEN & BURGER GRILL The Piping Hot Chicken and Burger Grill is an Ocean Grove institution. It is the place people flock to for passionately made comfort food and an amazing line up of original live music. 63A The Terrace, Ocean Grove, Victoria 3226 Ph 5255 1566 www.pipinghotchickenshop.com.au CHEEKY COW – OCEAN GROVE Only café directly across the road from the beach. Plenty of parking, and space both inside and out. Child friendly menu, play area and park right next door. Great coffee and food in a friendly relaxed setting. Open hours: Open 7 days for breakfast and lunch 131 Ocean Throughway, Ocean Grove PH 5255 1677 www.cheekycow.com.au DRIFTWOOD CAFÉ The Driftwood Cafe - Outside catering for any event large or small. Let us bring The Driftwood to you. Speak with Ty Ph: 5225 1832 Open hours: Sunday - Thursday 7am – 4.30pm. Friday & Saturday 7am – 9pm 64D The Terrace, Ocean Grove Ph: 5255 1832 LELEANS A la carte dining with full table service. Family friendly restaurant with childrens playroom. Daily specials available, L UNTI wine along with a comprehensive D E E. list. S C O I L T Open hours: C NO HER10am - 11pm T Monday - U Thursday R F Friday & Saturday 10am - 12:30pm Sunday 11am - 11pm 18 The Terrace, Ocean Grove Ph: 5255 1540 www.oceangrovebowls.com.au
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Monday - Saturday 6am - 6:30pm Sunday 6:30am - 4pm 56 Wallington Rd, Ocean Grove Ph: 5256 3094
inground trampolines. Perfect for Family dinners. Public Bar great for catch up drinks with friends with Foxtel, Open Fire place and ice cold beers.
We also offer delivery and take away 7 nights a week. Delivery to Ocean Grove and Wallington $5 Closed Good Fridays
Hours: Monday/Tuesday 3:00pm - 7:00pm Wednesday/Thursday 3:00pm - 9:30pm Friday/Saturday 12:00pm - 9:30pm
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Sunday 12:00pm - 6:00pm 175 Bonnyvale Road Ocean Grove Ph: 5255 1122 KINGSTON VILLAGE FISH & CHIPS We are doing gluten free Fish and chips here and we offer 10% discount for all the seniors card holders.
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Where local produce shines When Roberta’s Deli was launched by Roberta and Andrew five years ago, it soon morphed into a wine bar that specialised in Italian meats, cheeses and wines. The couple has gone now to pursue other things, but Ty and Rachael Simons – owners of Driftwood Café – loved the concept and felt its closure would be a great loss to the town. So the team at Driftwood stepped in, made an offer and re-opened in mid-February – one day before the mini COVID-19 lockdown. “We had one successful evening, then bang – the snap lockdown, but since then we’ve had some wonderfully busy nights,” Ty says. “Our focus is on local produce – food and wine. We’ve enhanced Roberta’s platter offer with some great local cured, dried and fermented meats, some incredible Aussie cheeses, and homemade pickles and relishes and the like. “And we’ve enlisted a host of local wine and beer producers to expand the drinks list considerably. “The cocktail menu has had a facelift, too, with some exciting new ones among the old faves.”
Coming next “Soon, we’ll be introducing the ‘Bellarine Board’, a ‘Dessert Platter’, and some exciting non-alcoholic cocktails, among others, and a few other extras we’re sure will get people excited. “The takeaway platter range is set for a change-up, as well. These are absolutely perfect for picnics, romantic get-togethers and simply for something special to take home when you want to share a treat with family and friends. “Later this year, we plan to close for a renovation, an expansion of the indoor space,
Roberta's wine cheese charcuterie
Roberta’s Deli focuses on local produce. (Pictures: Supplied)
and a re-brand. Watch this space …” Ocean Grovers and visitors to the town are lucky to have Roberta’s Deli because it really is a great spot to get together with friends around
a bottle of good wine and delicious food while watching the sunset. And the entire space is a great set-up for a private party – ask Ty for details.
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Roberta’s Deli, 2/62 The Terrace, Ocean Grove. Opens 4-10pm Thursday-Saturday; 2-8pm Sunday. Inquiries: 5256 3590; www.robertasdeli.com.au and Facebook
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ellarine Lakes offers resort-style living with facilties including a four-rink bowling green, tennis court, hobby workshop, gymnasium, indoor heated swimming pool, outdoor lap pool and the aforementioned private golf course. There’s also a beautifully appointed clubhouse which houses a cinema, a billiard room, craft room, library, medical room, indoor carpet bowls, a club bar, fully-equipped catering kitchen and alfresco dining. Bellarine Lakes’ lifestyle consultant Lisa Duke says that in addition to scheduled monthly events, there are around 30 activity groups offering a diverse range of activities such as cycling, aqua aerobics, fitness, line dancing, walking, wine appreciation, craft and card groups. “These are simply a few of the wonderful social activities the residents enjoy,” Lisa says. “If you are seeking a sea change and a low-maintenance, quality living environment offering security, social companionship, freedom and lifestyle choices, Bellarine Lakes Country Club may be the lifestyle choice you have been looking for.” Residents Helen and James epitomise the sentiment of many Bellarine Lakes Country
Craft is one of the many social groups offered at Bellarine Lakes for residents to enjoy. (Supplied)
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PUZZLES No. 021
To solve a Sudoku puzzle, every number from 1 to 9 must appear in: each of the nine vertical columns, each of the nine horizontal rows and each of the nine 3 x 3 boxes. Remember, no number can occur more than once in any row, column or box.
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No. 021 Insert the missing letters to make 10 words – five reading across the grid and five reading down.
QUICK QUIZ
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From 1897 to 1905, what was Sydney's Kings Cross named?
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In the comic strip Garfield, what is the name of Garfield's owner?
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Who played the third ghostbuster in the film series of the same name, alongside Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis?
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YouTuber Lindsay Ellis released which sci-fi novel in July 2020? Which Queensland town holds the record for the highest ever annual rainfall in a populated area of Australia? On what date did the 2020 winter solstice occur?
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Michael Mancini and Amanda Woodward are characters from which 1990s US TV series?
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3 Instead of a bunny, what bird delivers eggs in Switzerland? 4 The first known use of chocolate occurred in which modern-day country?
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8 And what famous statues are found there? 9 Which AFL team is playing North Melbourne on Good Friday this year? 10 What is the name of Roger Rabbit’s wife in Who Framed Roger Rabbit?
ANSWERS: 1. Denmark 2. Elle Macpherson 3. Cuckoo 4. Mexico 5. Kites 6. Jim Caviezel 7. Rapa Nui 8. Moai 9. Western Bulldogs 10. Jessica Rabbit.
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each of the words below fits into the grid on the right. Can you work out how they all fit together?
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Can you find the 15-letter character name in this triangle? The starting letter could be in any segment, and all subsequent letters are able to be connected following a path through the gaps in the walls. You may only enter each of the segments once, and all letters must be used.
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ANSWERS: eaSTer, earneD, eroDeS, eDDieS
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ANSWERS: BilBY, BillY, BillS, BallS, BailS, TailS.
WORDSTEP BILBY
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KIDS’ EASTER CORNER EASTER JOKES Q. Why was the Easter Bunny upset? A. He was having a bad hare day
Q. Why did the Easter Egg hide? A. It was a little chicken
WORD FIND Can you find all of the words listed below? The leftover letters will spell out a secret message.
DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE The Easter Bunny has lost his basket of eggs. Help him find his way down the rabbit hole to find the basket.
DRAW ME Can you copy the image below to the grid to the right?
MIRACLE
BASKET
CRUCIFIXION
FUN
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DAY
GOOD FRIDAY PARADE
BUNNY
DECORATION
GOODIES
REBIRTH
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KIDS’ QUIZ 1
Where does E.B. (pictured) live in the 2011 movie Hop?
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True or false: Easter is on the same date every year?
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True or false: Bun Bun 7 is the name of a skin released in the game Fortnite for Easter 2020?
What character does Hugh Jackman voice in Rise of the Guardians?
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What season does Easter take place during in Australia?
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Solve all the clues and a hidden phrase will be revealed.
What city holds the Royal Easter Show?
ANSWERS: 1. Easter Island 2. True 3. Hot cross buns 4. Easter Bilby 5. Hidden feature or reference 6. False 7. E. Aster Bunnymund (Bunny) 8. Autumn 9. Sydney 10. Cacao.
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WORD STEP EGG HUNT
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Complete the list by changing one letter at a time to create a new word at each step.
The Easter Bunny has hidden 10 spotted Easter Eggs across this page. Can you find them all?
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Ahead in it’s class By Ewan Kennedy, Marque Motoring
AT A GLANCE
Hyundai Palisade is the largest SUV imported to Australia by the South Korean auto maker. It’s aimed at those wanting a large vehicle to carry people so leans in the direction of comfort and ease of driving rather than full-on off-road work. Interestingly, it has a near-twin brother in the latest model Kia Sorento that was introduced in 2020. Two models are offered, the first simply called Palisade, the other is Highlander.
MODEL RANGE Hyundai Palisade 3.8 GDI 2WD: $60,000 Hyundai Palisade 2.2 CRDI AWD: $64,000 Hyundai Palisade Highlander 3.8 GDI 2WD: $71,000 Hyundai Palisade Highlander 2.2 CRDI AWD: $75,000
Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Hyundai dealer for drive-away prices.
Styling The large grille treatment works well and Palisade looks longer than it really is thanks to the large windows that stretch all the way to the rear. The shape of the C-pillar gives it a sort-of sleek look when viewed side on. The slight downward slope of the roof adds to the effect. The tail is squared off, with lights that have a purposeful appearance. The word PALISADE is spread loud and proud in capital letters across the rear. When you realise that it was initially designed very much with the American market in mind you will understand this. Guards have a purposeful look that appealed to those to whom we showed the Palisade during our week’s road test.
Engines / transmissions Interestingly, both petrol and diesel engines are offered. A four-cylinder turbo-diesel with a capacity of 2.2 litres drives all four wheels. It puts out 147 kW, and 440 Nm with a big spread from 1750 to 2750 revs. This range is where the great majority of drivers will be driving virtually all the time. The petrol is a 3.8-litre V6 with 217 kW of power, and 355 Nm of torque at a very high 5200 revs. It drives through the front wheels. We haven’t had a chance to road test a petrol but will hopefully get into one soon and report back to you with your feelings on the torque band.
Safety Interior The cabin carries on with the spacious look created by the exterior. This is an eight-seater with a two:three:three arrangement. There’s also a seven-seat version with twin bucket seats in the centre row. This is likely to make it popular with upmarket limousine companies as their customers like individual seats (with three plebs squeezed into the rear!). The fit and fitment of the interior is to a high standard. These days you won’t even find upmarket European vehicles with fitment that’s better than Hyundai’s.
Infotainment The large central touchscreen gives easy access to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. There is a plethora of ways of connecting as Both Palisade models have seven USB ports and four 12V sockets.
Palisade has yet to be ANCAP tested. Crash avoidance features are lane-keeping assistance, rear cross-traffic alert and blind zone warning with intervention. All have IsoFix child seat positions.
Driving The driver’s seat is comfortable and we had no problem getting it adjusted to our needs. The second-row seats slide forward by up Not exactly sleek but Palisade is a rather attractive vehicle for its class. (Pictures: Supplied) to 220mm for easier access to the third row. Both rear rows in eight-seat versions have a filling may be required. Test this for yourself if pretty good figures. 60:40 split to let you juggle passenger/cargo you feel you might be parking in areas where Visibility all around is good thanks to the space. The seven-seater isn’t as versatile but the this is a problem. large window area and good side mirrors. compromises are understandable. During our testing on hilly country roads The steering is well weighted, responds the fuel consumption sat in the eight to ten Summing up within a few degrees of movement and gives litres per hundred kilometres range. Flat easy An impressive vehicle in that it’s almost good feedback. running saw this down to as little as six to sedan-like in some ways and has plenty of The turning circle is good for a car of this seven litres. Around town, and in the suburbs, standard equipment. It’s not quite as easy to size, but in tight carparks some backing and it was about nine to eleven litres. These are drive as a car but comes pretty close. 29 OCEAN GROVE VOICE Friday, 26 March, 2021
SPORT
Dynasty continues for Seas By Justin Flynn Anglesea’s dynasty in the Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association is showing no signs of weakening, with the A1 Grade side winning its fourth premiership in five seasons. The Seas did not lose a match all season and proved too good for a gallant Jan Juc at Winchelsea on March 14 after play was abandoned on the Saturday due to heavy rain. Anglesea won the toss and batted first, with Ned Cooper and Ash Poulton getting the side off to a bright start. The 72-run stand was broken when Jordy Graham held onto a return catch from Poulton, who crafted 20. Left-hander Cooper was run out by a Graham
direct hit for a polished 56 with the score on 93 and the dangerous Dale Kerr departed for seven with the score on 3/113. Many at the ground felt Cooper had made his ground, but the umpire adjudged that his bat was in the air. Former Carlton and St Joseph’s run machine Leigh Kentish settled in and, with Jacob Nolan, started to push Anglesea’s total to dangerous levels. Kentish was bowled by Ben Grinter for a well-made 37 from 58 balls, but Nolan continued to lift the run rate and was unbeaten on 56 from just 31 deliveries as the Seas made 4/193 from 40 overs, setting the Sharks a formidable chase of 4.85 runs per over to win. Disaster struck on the first ball of Jan Juc’s
innings with Kerr enticing Andrew Murden to edge the ball to keeper Ty Norman. Brett Venables kept a typically tight line and length to have Jan Juc on the back foot early. The right-armer took 1/12 from eight overs that included five maidens. At 4/67 from 25 overs, the only thing standing between Anglesea and another premiership was star left-hander Ben Grinter. Brad Roberts (35) provided support at the other end and when Grinter fell for a superb 61, it was Anglesea’s premiership. The Sharks eventually all out for 134. Kentish chimed in with 3/15 at the end of the innings, but it was Nolan’s whirlwind innings that earned him the player of the match award.
Anglesea defeated Jan Juc in the BPCA A1 Grade grand final. (Facebook)
Last-wicket stand wins it for Inverleigh
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Teen hits winning runs for flag Jan Juc youngster Harry Hardy lived out every cricketer’s dream in the Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association C Grade grand final against Ocean Grove. With one ball remaining in the match and the Sharks needing three runs to win, Hardy lofted Matt Bellingham over mid-on to the boundary to bring up a thrilling victory. Jan Juc needed two runs to tie the game, which would have been enough to secure the premiership by finishing higher on the ladder, but 14-year-old Hardy, who had only batted twice this season, played a fearless shot. Ironically, his father Troy, who also played in the match had a dream that his son would hit the winning runs and told the team before the game. 30 OCEAN GROVE VOICE Friday, 26 March, 2021
Ocean Grove won the toss and batted first at Barwon Heads and was 2/59 from 19 overs when the rain came, ending play for the day. Captain Greg Scarpa made 31. When play resumed the following day, Kent Wooding and Ben Hanson got busy and took the score to 100 before Wooding fell for a fine 45. Grove got to 4/148 with Hanson making 40, but lost a flurry of late wickets to be bowled out for 172 in the 40th over. Still, it was a competitive score and Jan Juc would need to bat well to win. Lachie Ayton snared 4/28 for the Sharks. Juc openers Jack Masters and Brendan Looney started slowly, finding Sam McGlynn and spinner Troy Wiseman difficult to score
against. Wooding removed Masters via a fine catch by Scarpa but Angelo Henke and Looney started to lift the run rate. The pair put on 86 before Looney, who dominated the partnership, fell for a superb 76. Henke was run out for 21 with the score at 4/125 and at 8/160, the game was headed for a nail biting finish. Jan Juc needed 11 from the final over, which was achieved through Hardy’s fearless last-ball boundary. McGlynn (0/18 from eight) and Wiseman (0/21 from eight) were miserly early for Grove, but Looney had all the answers after their initial opening spells.
Inverleigh earned promotion to A1 Grade next season after claiming the A2 Grade premiership in one of the most amazing finishes seen in BPCA finals history. In a thriller, Inverleigh got home with two balls and one wicket to spare against Winchelsea. Winch won the toss and batted first and was all out for 127 from 40 overs. Adam Korth top scored with 25 while Lock Perrett and Oliver Haberfield each snared three wickets for Inverleigh. When Inverleigh slumped to 9/88, the game was all but finished. Number 10 Kobe George and number 11 Nick Platt then inched closer to the required total and with two balls to spare, the winning runs were scored amid jubilant celebrations. George was 24 not out and Platt was unbeaten on 14 to combine for an amazing 41-run last-wicket partnership to win the game. Barrabool caused an upset to defeat Anglesea in B1 Grade. Anglesea could only manage 9/127 batting first with Brent Smith (38) and Ky Eskrigge (31) top scoring. Ryan Werner proved difficult to get away with 3/10 from eight overs, including five maidens. The Grigg family got the job done for Barrabool with veteran Wes (39 not out) and youngster Lachlan (34) getting the side home with five wickets and a few to spare. Armstrong Creek defeated Portarlington in B2 Grade. Port made a competitive 9/161 betting first with Paul McGrath (59 off 77 balls) the mainstay of the innings. Armstrong Creek took until the 40th over to get the runs, but never really looked threatened with Tim Hester (54 not out off 76) and James Brown (52 not out off 113) combining for a 105-run stand. Portarlington won the D Grade flag against Queenscliff. The two sides were smacked with sanctions following an onfield brawl in round 13 and both sides were only able to field nine players in the finals. Queenscliff batted first and was in dire trouble at 4/29 when rain ended play on Saturday. Resuming on Sunday, the Coutas fell for 64 (Jake Basterfield 3/10) and Port reeled off the required runs in 20 overs with eight wickets to spare. Cam Gourley made 29 not out off 69 balls. Justin Flynn
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Grubbers ready for round one By Justin Flynn Ocean Grove coach Pete Davey said his side cannot wait to play its round one Bellarine Football League clash against Torquay. The Grubbers travel to Spring Creek Reserve for their opening match on Good Friday, starting at 4pm. Ocean Grove lost its final practice match by three goals against Ballarat Football League side Melton South at the weekend. “The end result was three goals but there were a lot of really good signs,” Davey said. “We had a number of quality senior players out but our system stood up and we were able to kick nine goals against an opposition who plays at a higher level than us.” Joe McDonald’s form against the Panthers
Joe McDonald during last year’s practice match against Maribyrnong Park. (Mark Heenan Media)
was encouraging while youngsters Kobe Annand, Caleb Mutsaerts and James Paterson impressed. “We’ve taken steps forward in each practice
match so far,” Davey said. “It’s been frustrating not having consistency of selection with several senior players missing each game but it’s also allowed us to play guys who may not have had the opportunity had everyone been available. “A few players have pushed their case for selection in round one simply by proving that they are capable of playing the role asked of them within our team setup.” Davey said the selection committee faced a tough task ahead of the blockbuster clash against the Tigers. “We’ll work out after this weekend what our round one side looks like but we’re about coaching a team-based system that doesn’t rely on any one individual to play above themselves,” he said. “Whatever combination we come up with will give a very good account of themselves.”
Huge crowds are expected for all round one games, with Easter holidaymakers tipped to swell the usual numbers. Add that local footy fans haven’t been able to see their teams play since 2019, and it all points to unprecedented numbers. Community football clubs and leagues will be allowed crowds of up to 5000 without needing to go through the public health approvals process. The Torquay vs Ocean Grove match has the potential to draw the biggest crowd of the round. “Playing a premiership fancy in a marquee fixture in front of what I imagine will be a decent crowd will be enormous for our group,” Davey said. “It’s only one game, but it’s probably worth an extra half dozen games of senior experience and we can’t wait for it.”
Grove secures premiership Ocean Grove has won the Geelong Bowls Region division 1 midweek competition with a commanding victory over Highton. All three rinks had wins in the season decider at Belmont on Tuesday in the 73 to 43 triumph. Faye Richardson’s rink of Sue Collins, Jeff Howarth and Brian Smith took control with a 30 to 16 win. Jenny Keep’s rink of Adele Ryan, Garry Bowyer and Matt Flapper emerged victorious 25 to 14 and Jo Whitehead’s team of Muriel Williams, Rod Brehaut and Michael West had a great battle, but won 18 to 13. The division 1 team will now head to Moama on April 26 to compete for the Victorian State Midweek Pennant Championship. Ocean Grove defeated Anglesea to claim the division 5 title. The 61 to 41 win was made possible with a team effort but skip Helen Brache and her team of Karen Morison, Graeme Burgess and Peter Crammond were dominant with a 29 to 8 thrashing. Geelong Cement proved too good for Ocean Grove in the division 7 final, winning 35 to 25. Ocean Grove’s Geelong Bowls Region premier division premiership chances are over after the side lost to Eastern Park in the Saturday semi-finals. The Grovers lost 67 to 76 in a tight battle on East Geelong’s home rink. It was total heartbreak for Grove’s division 1 team, suffering a one-shot loss to Torquay. Both sides won two rinks with Brian Smith and Lachlan Smith skipping their rinks to victories, but Torquay prevailed 77 to 76. It was a similar story in division 3 with Ocean Grove going down to Geelong RSL by just two shots. Ocean Grove progressed to the division 5 grand final with an 18-shot win against City of Geelong. Grove will meet Geelong RSL in the decider. Ocean Grove progressed to the division 6 grand final with a dominant win over Torquay. Grove won three rinks in the 92 to 74 victory. Grove will play Portarlington in the grand final. In midweek division 3, Ocean Grove had two sides in the semi-finals, but lost both matches, to Portarlington and Bell Post Hill. St Leonards defeated Ocean Grove in the division 6 semi-final by 30 shots
Juniors of all ages had a ball at the Bellarine Bears Baseball Club’s come and try T-ball day. Events were held at Leopold and Ocean Grove, attracting about 70 girls and boys eager to give baseball a go. Plenty of coaches were on hand to teach throwing, fielding and batting. Training for juniors is on Tuesdays at Wallington Recreation Reserve from 5-6pm. Anyone who missed out on the come and try day can head down on a Tuesday night to
join in. The club will be running T-ball on Sunday mornings from May 2. Teams for under-12, under-14 and under-16 will also run, with the season commencing on April 24. The Bears will have two women’s teams competing in the Geelong competition and are looking for more recruits to join the fun. For more information and contact details, check out the Bellarine Bears’ Facebook page.
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Kids have a ball
Justin Flynn
31 OCEAN GROVE VOICE Friday, 26 March, 2021
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