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Happy holidays School holidays are in full swing with the opening week bringing mild and generally sunny conditions to the Bellarine. An influx of tourists is helping to ease the pain of recent COVID-19 lockdowns. Plenty of locals are also getting out and about. On Tuesday, Voice photographer Ivan Kemp snapped Rory and Eliza Burke with McKenzie, Gabbie and Tilly Williams enjoying the mild winter sunshine at Ocean Grove main beach. ■ Out
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Tourists flock to Bellarine By Justin Flynn Tourists have flocked to caravan parks and camping grounds across the Bellarine Peninsula for the winter school holidays. With Victorians advised to avoid interstate travel due to COVID-19 outbreaks in New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia and the Northern Territory, the Bellarine’s accommodation providers are reporting a surge in bookings. Big 4 Bellarine said it was experiencing a “very busy” two weeks. “We are fully booked up in all our units and
fully booked up with our powered sites,” a spokesperson said. “It seems like everyone who can travel is travelling.” Bellarine Bayside Holiday Parks manager Paul McConachy said the Portarlington holiday site was busy. “Our Portarlington Holiday Park is still popular even in winter,” he said. “Our cabins are filling up quickly with just a handful remaining for this coming weekend. “We have plenty of room for campers who’d like to get away last minute for a night or two. The ocean views and beaches are the drawcard for most visitors who tend to sample the many
award-winning wines from this region whilst they’re down here.” Barwon Heads Caravan Park’s cabins were “nearly booked out”, according to a spokesperson. Bells by the Beach is a pet-friendly holiday house in Ocean Grove and co-owner Jan Bell said bookings had been solid. “Our bookings have been really good,” she said. “We’ve got bookings up to the middle of August. We’re still getting lots of inquiries.” Tourism Geelong Bellarine executive director Brett Ince said coastal bookings had increased on the Bellarine for the holidays.
“There’s a pent up demand,” he said. “They (Melburnians) want to travel. They want a break.” Mr Ince said the June long weekend lockdown had a financial impact on the peninsula. “What we understand from our operators and businesses is that it certainly had a big impact not being open to Melbourne,” he said. “A lot of accommodation had a significant amount of cancellations although they picked up some regional bookings last minute when they saw an opportunity to come to Geelong and Bellarine. However, there were still restrictions on hospitality and attractions.”
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Good things are brewing By Justin Flynn An initiative to provide safe and supportive employment for people living with severe and complex mental health issues is taking off on the Bellarine Peninsula. The WHOLE Bean Project is the brainchild of Clifton Springs residents Dr Christopher Groot and Darren Cullinane who also operate Bellarine Coffee Roasters. Chris and Darren are in the first stage of their project, roasting coffee, and are open for retail sales online and wholesale supply to Bellarine cafes and restaurants. They are also passionate about employing local people with mental health issues. Other than employment, the project aims to reduce stigma through online and ‘on-the-ground’ initiatives through Bellarine Coffee Roasters and to support stigma reduction research and mental health initiatives. Much of Chris’ work as an academic psychologist at University of Melbourne is focused on research about severe and complex mental illnesses and stigma. In 2019-20, he led the research for the National Stigma Report Card. In this study, he investigated the experiences of stigma and discrimination of 1912 people across Australia who live with severe and complex conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar, personality disorders and more. “We discovered that they were affected by stigma and discrimination about their mental health problems both frequently and pervasively across numerous areas of life,” Chris said. “Some problem key areas were relationships, community participation and employment. The experience of analysing and publishing the results was so profound – reading nearly 2000
Dr Christopher Groot has established Bellarine Coffee Roasters with Darren Cullinane. (Picture: Darren Cullinane)
stories of undeserved marginalisation is really quite a transformative experience. “I simply felt compelled to do more to address the issue, and meaningful change at a local level seemed like a good place to start.” Chris and Darren need to sell coffee to grow the business and employ more people. “Once we build capacity through more sales in the coming months, our aim is to secure a Bellarine location that is open to the public,” Chris said. “Now that we have commenced online coffee sales, we are in the process of
recruiting our next local employee. “Every bag of coffee sold increases our capacity to employ more people living with mental health problems that may otherwise preclude them from employment opportunities.” Chris and Darren are keen to hear from Bellarine businesses interested in co-locating or who might have space for a coffee roastery. Details: bellarinecoffeeroasters.com.au or follow them on Instagram and Facebook at @ bellarinecoffeeroasters.
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Plan to tackle coastal erosion Erosion along part of Ocean Grove’s coastline is occurring at a rapid rate, according to the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP). The department said important community assets and infrastructure are being affected by erosion to the coast at the end of Hodgson Street. In recent years, Ocean Grove main beach has suffered storm erosion which threatens the foreshore and beach access assets including the access ramp, carpark and toilet block. DELWP is working with the Barwon Coast Committee of Management and the Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority to develop new Coastal Adaptation Plans for each location. The plans will identify short and long-term options for authorities to manage erosion and its impacts. Authorities will be seeking local input over the next few weeks to help shape the plans and provide valuable insights into how the community values and uses the areas, as well as how these coastal environments have changed over time. The plans, and all potential mitigation options, will be prepared in line with the Marine and Coastal Policy 2020 that aims to reduce environmental impacts through an adaptive approach over new and existing physical infrastructure where possible. Details: marineandcoasts.vic.gov.au/ coastal-programs/coastal-adaptationplans.
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The new club board: Alan Keyse, Gil Morgan, Peter Cowburn, Gordon King, John Paton, Lynne Carlson, Graeme Batrouney and Heather Wilson. (Supplied)
Changing of the guard If you are interested in being part of Rotary, check out the website at rotaryoceangrove.org. au.” Mr Keyse said he was anticipating an exciting year ahead. “The next 12 months will be very productive indeed with Ocean Grove Rotary now covering all of the southern Bellarine,” he said. “We are committed to continuing our involvement in supporting the local community as well as focusing on improving education with a number of international projects.” Highlights of the evening included Paul Harris Fellow recognition presentations to Gerry Spencer, Pearl Macmillan, Graeme Chamberlain and Ocean Grove Business Association president Ty Simon, and Avenues of Service recognition for Geoff Chandler and Tony Haines. The club announced that more than $45,000 was donated to 13 local, six Australian and seven international charities.
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Planning for the future of our coast is an important part of our work. In 2021 we are developing a Precinct Master Plan (PMP) for our accommodation service businesses.
There has been a recent increase in the illegal dumping of asbestos cement sheeting on our area of management. It costs thousands of dollars to fund its removal and to ensure the area is safe for further use.
This PMP will detail a program of specific works for the care, protection, improvement and management of the Barwon Heads and Riverview caravan parks and the Riverside seasonal campground. It will guide development and use for up to the next 10 years within a realistic and achievable budget.
The amount dumped is often small in size and would fit easily in a standard trailer. A trailer load of this quantity of asbestos sheeting can be disposed of at the Drysdale Transfer Station for $62.50. This keeps the environment and coastal users safe and also enables us to spend the funds saved on caring for the coast.
The PMP will translate the principles outlined in our key strategic document - the Coastal and Marine Management Plan 2020-2025 (CMMP). The CMMP is currently with the Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change for approval as required by the Marine and Coastal Act 2018.
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We will be engaging with the community, campers and other key stakeholders to ensure community aspirations for the future of our accommodation services are considered in the PMP. We will be advertising engagement opportunities in newspapers and online. If you would like to register your interest in being involved in this process please visit bit.ly/barwoncoastPMP ENSURING WASTE IS DISPOSED OF CORRECTLY IS ONE OF THE WAYS WE CAN ALL CARE FOR THE COAST
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MANAGING COASTAL EROSION AT HODGSON STREET Erosion is a naturally occurring process impacting many parts of Victoria’s coastline. They are dynamic environments impacted by storms that are increasing in severity and frequency due to climate change. At Ocean Grove (Hodgson Street) this erosion is occurring at a fast rate and is impacting important community assets and infrastructure. Recently the stairway at this site was damaged by severe storms. A new beach access ramp is now being built to replace the stairway through a partnership with The Gordon Tafe. To plan for and mitigate future coastal erosion impacts, the Department of Environment Land Water and Planning (DELWP) is working with us to develop a Coastal Adaptation Plan for this location. The Plan will identify short and longterm options for authorities to manage the impacts. Community engagement is an essential component of finalising the plans and community information drop-in sessions were held over the last week. For further information contact DELWP via stephen.mcgain@delwp.vic.gov.au or 0425 246 847. We acknowledge the Wadawurrung People as the Traditional Custodians of the lands and waters of the Barwon Coast. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
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Alan Keyse was announced as Rotary Club of Ocean Grove’s new president at the club’s changeover dinner at Ocean Grove Surf Lifesaving Club on Tuesday night. Outgoing president Gil Morgan performed the official changeover. “Despite the Rotary Club of Ocean Grove being in lockdown for four months from July [2020], it was still able to resume its markets in November and carry out other fundraising to ensure its usual recipients were able to be supported financially,” Ms Morgan said. “In fact, the fundraising result made it possible to donate to extra needy causes both locally and internationally. “This was only possible due to the dedication of Rotarians, their families and friends who all rallied to help. Rotary Ocean Grove is a vibrant club in the southern Bellarine and continues to garner the respect of the community. “Its growth is also defying the trend of clubs that are having trouble attracting volunteers.
Garry Ellis has been appointed chief executive of Bellarine Community Health for the next two years. The board voted unanimously to appoint Mr Ellis. “We have the right person, with the right skills in the position and most importantly every confidence in his abilities to deliver on our turnaround strategy,” board chair Fay Agterhuis said. After two years of “significant deficits” BCH said Mr Ellis had played a key role in delivering on the organisation’s turnaround strategy over the past nine months. “It is important that our staff, stakeholders and communities experience strong, committed and certain leadership as we progress the work,” Ms Agterhuis said. “He [Garry] understands the organisation and the steps needed to rebuild and to maintain our position as the health provider of choice on the Bellarine. “Mr Ellis’ previous background in senior positions within health and community services organisations has been pivotal to his ability to recognise and remedy the financial issues facing the organisation. “In any change process, consistency, continuity and the sense of a bright future are critical.”
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In striving to be the best we can be, we should always be designing, reviewing, and then re-designing. That way we create a continuous cycle of improvement. In this spirit, the council welcomes the results of the recent Customer Satisfaction Survey run by Local Government Victoria. Respondents to the survey were asked to rate the City of Greater Geelong’s performance in 25 key service areas. It was encouraging that we rated as well or significantly higher than the state averages in 23 of those areas. In several, we saw distinct improvement from last year’s results. However, the most valuable feedback was learning where the community thinks we need to do better. Despite having improved from 2020, our score for environmental sustainability remained below the state average. This is now a real focus for the council and I believe we will see progressive improvement over coming years. We have recently set 23 ambitious but achievable targets relating to environmental, financial and social sustainability. The environmental targets include zero waste to landfill for our region by 2030, and 20 per cent of water use coming from alternative sources. As the council’s environment portfolio holder, I am very conscious of the threat posed by climate change.
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A draft Climate Change Response Plan will come before the council soon and I expect it will show a serious commitment to emissions reduction. On a Bellarine level, the Victorian government’s Distinctive Areas and Landscapes Program is vital. The state has recently released a draft Statement of Planning Policy for this project, and I encourage everyone to read it and have your say. Your feedback will help make sure the policy reflects our community’s desire to see the green breaks and biodiversity of the Bellarine preserved and restored. Please visit engage.vic.gov.au before August 20.
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An elderly pedestrian has died following a collision at Clifton Springs on Tuesday morning. The fatal collision occurred on Jetty Road about 7.30am, according to Major Collision Investigation Unit detectives. Paramedics took a 79-year-old Clifton Springs man to hospital with life-threatening injuries, where he later died. The driver, a 37-year-old Curlewis man, stopped at the scene and has since assisted police with their inquiries. Police urged anyone who witnessed the collision or with dashcam footage, to phone Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report via www.crimestoppersvic.com.au Ocean Grove Coastcare will hold a walk and talk session at the Barwon River Estuary on Sunday, July 11 from 10.30am to noon. Participants will explore this most special of places with local guides and learn about estuary life and processes. Wildlife photography tips included. Meet at the carpark opposite Pelican Court, Barwon Heads. Numbers are capped at 30. Book at trybooking. com/events/landing?eid=747546&
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Hanna hones leadership skills By Justin Flynn Ocean Grove physiotherapist Lauren Hanna has worked with many elite sporting organisations and is currently in Sweden with the Australian women’s football team the Matildas. Lauren flew to Stockholm last Friday as the team’s assistant physio. The side played three games against Sweden for a loss and two draws and will then head to Japan for the Olympics. Lauren is also a recipient of a Sport Australia’s 2021 Women Leaders in Sport Program. She is among 160 participants who will undertake a six-week course that aims to support and empower women in the sport workforce. Other than the Matildas, Lauren has worked
with Melbourne Storm, Melbourne Victory, Geelong Cats and Essendon Bombers. She is now looking to develop her leadership skills and hopes to become a lead physiotherapist for a major code. “It’s something that we had to apply for if you are female and involved in sport or leadership,” she said. “The stats on women involved in management is lacking. The aim is to help give females the confidence in their ability to pursue lead roles in sport. “It’s about women trying to get involved in different aspects of sports whether it’s physio, high performance or management.” Lauren worked for the Storm when she said rugby league was a “very male dominated sport” and at Melbourne Victory when there
were no women’s teams competing at the top level.” I was one of the few females in league as a physio,” she said. Lauren then “went away and had a couple of kids” and was then involved with the Cats’ women’s program. “There were no female teams that were elite,” she said. “Now it’s skyrocketing with AFLW and womens football.” And while the rest of us will still have to wait a while for that overseas trip, Lauren said travel during the pandemic was very different. “It’s absolutely dead,” she said. “I went to the Netherlands recently and flew out of Sydney and there were 30 people on the plane. “You go to pick up your luggage and there are 10 bags on the carousel and you’re out
Lauren Hanna is travelling with the Matildas as their assistant physio. (Supplied)
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Ocean Grove Men’s Shed members Peter Deering, Bruce Sharples and Ken Wesley. (Justin Flynn)
Shed a place for all men You don’t have to be a retiree or a handyman to enjoy being part of your local Men’s Shed. Men’s Sheds all over the country provide camaraderie and mateship for all ages and handyman abilities. “We’re best suited to retirees but we are also suited to people who work shifts,” Ocean Grove Men’s Shed secretary and co-ordinator Bruce Ward said. “But we also have a number of people who come here to complete their voluntary hours for their Centrelink payments. You can be any age for that. “In the past we have had people here for work for the dole and Department of Justice programs as well.” Ocean Grove Men’s Shed is looking for new
members and Mr Ward said there is a job for everyone. “People tend not to work on their own projects, they work in teams,” he said. “You could learn new skills by assisting someone. “We can always find jobs to suit you and you can increase your skill level by participating with other people working beside you. “The advantage is we know men don’t talk face-to-face, but they talk shoulder-toshoulder.” Men’s Sheds not only assist the community, but each other, member Peter Deering said. “We have had a lot of lockdown and heard stories of people having problems with their mental health,” he said. “The main purpose of
men’s sheds is men’s health including mental health and to have a chat.” Mr Ward said sheds can “provide assistance” to men looking to get out the house and meet other people. “There are probably guys around who are looking for something to do,” Mr Ward said. But overall, the Shed is a place where you will be accepted, Mr Deering said. “There are people who come for a cup of coffee and a chat or play cards and there’s a library here,” he said. Ocean Grove Men’s Shed is at 17 Smithton Grove and is open on weekdays. Find it on Facebook or phone 5255 2548.
New sports lighting at St Leonards and Portarlington reserves will allow sporting clubs to extend playing and training times and will improve safety for players and community members, according to the City of Greater Geelong. Six other reserves in Geelong will also benefit from the $2.03 million project that will be carried out by Power Street Electrics. Council said the new lights will support clubs in attracting more members and expanding their leagues, as they try to meet significant growth, particularly in women and children’s sports programs. Burdoo Reserve, Evans Reserve, Osborne Reserve, St Albans Reserve, St Leonards Reserve and Winter Reserve have all secured funding through the Victorian government’s Sport and Recreation Victoria (SRV) Community Sport Stimulus Infrastructure Program. New lights have also recently been installed at Grinter Reserve in Newcomb through the SRV program. The Portarlington Reserve project is funded by the Australian government through the Community Development Grants Program. Work is expected to start early this month, following consultation with SRV and representatives from clubs at each reserve. “The new lights will make a big difference in being able to safely train and exercise during the cooler months of the year,” mayor Stephanie Asher said. “These upgrades will provide a welcome boost to these clubs which have had interrupted seasons during the COVID-19 pandemic.”
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Bellarine residents share lived history During last year’s COVID-19 lockdowns, Rotary Club of Ocean Grove began an oral history project to record the memories of long-term residents of the lower Bellarine Peninsula. The first seven interviews were released in January, 2021. Club members have continued to interview people who lived or holidayed in the area during the 1940s to 1970s – some memories go to even earlier times. There are now 18 interviews that can be viewed at rotaryoceangrove.org.au. Video and audio versions of each interview are available. So far, there have been almost 500 views of these interviews.
“This project has made an important contribution to recording the history of the lower Bellarine area from the point of view of the local residents,” project leader Ann Hodgkinson said. The project aims to bring the histories of the towns of the lower Bellarine alive for newer residents of the area to give them a greater understanding of their new home. The narrators describe the physical environment, social life and facilities in these towns when the populations were much smaller than today. They describe the arrival of post-war immigrants, their school days, and the development of community infrastructure
such as surf lifesaving, the fire brigades, and the maternal health centre. The new interviews include the first from Wallington which discusses the area’s development as a farming area specialising in potatoes and fruit orchards. There are several new interviews from Ocean Grove, one of which traces its development from the earliest European occupation in the 1860s by Tom Blackwell. There are also two new interviews from Barwon Heads. One includes memories of its early fishing community which was the Interviewers Margaret Campbell, Pearl Macmillan, mainstay of this area in the first half of the 20th Judy Greer, Coral Barker, Rod Greer, Heather century. Wilson, Noel Emselle and Rod Bush. (Supplied) 7 OCEAN GROVE VOICE Friday, 2 July, 2021
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Stanley 100 years young Stanley Thompson says the secret to living a long and good life is “having a dog”. The TLC Aged Care Wallington resident was 100 this week and said his best mate over the journey was a black cocker spaniel named Donnie. Stanley’s other secret is to “just keep going, don’t give up”. As a child, Stanley lived all over Victoria, with his family moving around a lot because of his father’s job as a railway engineer. He lived in West Melbourne, Navarre in the Wimmera region, Skipton in the Western District of Victoria, Ballarat and Beechworth in the north-east of Victoria. Stanley completed his higher education at Beechworth. He loved sport and played tennis, cricket and golf. His first job was selling golf balls at the local golf club. After living in Coleraine for a short time, Stanley moved back to West Melbourne and boarded in King Street. He worked at the North Melbourne Railways cleaning carriages. He then went to the Newport Workshops to do office work and that’s where he met his wife, Beryl Pettitt. Beryl lived opposite and they played tennis together. They married in 1942 and their daughter Elaine, was born in 1949. Stanley worked at the State Electricity Commission in the city in the early 1960s doing clerical work. After a day at the office, he would come home and study accountancy every night until he became a qualified accountant. Stanley and Beryl moved and lived only a few blocks from Princes Park in Carlton, so it was inevitable they would follow the Blues. The family went to every match standing in the outer rain, hail or shine. Stanley made Elaine a stand to see the games better, which consisted of a broom stick with a seat on top
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that he would rest against his shoulder. After their tennis days ended, Stanley and Beryl started playing golf. Stanley was a single figure golfer and taught Beryl how to play. They were members of several clubs in Melbourne, and after moving to Ocean Grove in 1973, they joined many clubs on the Bellarine
Peninsula. Stanley is still a member of East Geelong and only stopped playing six months ago. Stanley worked at Blue Circle in Geelong for seven years before retiring from accounting at the age of 60. They lived in Ocean Grove for 10 years before moving to Newcomb in 1983.
Two local organisations have combined to produce a guide to reducing waste at public events. Barwon South West Waste and Resource Recovery Group (BSWWRRG) supported by Bellarine Catchment Network Caring for our Bays have developed the Zero Waste Event Guide following years of work with events in the region. The guide aims to help event organisers, land managers and patrons eliminate waste and prevent litter at events of all sizes and types. The guide uses a simple step-by-step process of best practice and key options to consider in the planning, delivery and evaluation of events to eliminate waste. “Sustainability for events is now not only achievable – but expected,” BSWWRRG executive officer Ashley Pittard said. The guide including templates, fact sheets and tools are all downloadable at reduce-recycle.com.au.
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Coast leads in lifesaving testing By Luke Voogt Bellarine Peninsula and Surf Coast residents lead the state in life-saving bowel cancer screening, according to new Cancer Council Victoria data. The coastal regions, both with relatively high aged populations, together recorded a 55.1 per cent participation rate among eligible residents in 2018-19. The result was an increase on 51.4 per cent during 2016-17 and moved the region from second Victoria-wide to top of the state. Geelong residents lagged behind their coastal counterparts in 26th place with 48.3
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per cent participation. But the result, up from 44.8 per cent in 2016-17, meant Geelong was the ninth most-improved area in the state. “Geelong residents who have completed their bowel screening test deserve a pat on the back,” Cancer Council Victoria chief executive Todd Harper said. “We would encourage everyone to talk to
their friends and family who are aged 50 to 74 and ask them if they’ve done their test – talking about poo isn’t taboo when it could save your life.” The test, sent for free annually to eligible Australians aged 50 to 74, involves scraping a small sample of faecal matter for testing. “Bowel cancer is Australia’s second biggest cancer killer claiming the lives of around 100 Australians each week,” Mr Harper said. “Thankfully [the screening test] can detect these cancers early, often before symptoms arise.” About four in 10 eligible Australians completed the test in 2018-19, according to the
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Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. That equated an increase of 93,000 extra tests compared to 2016-17, Mr Harper said. “The extra 93,000 tests completed nationally equates to 860 cancers being prevented and 470 lives saved over the next 50 years.” But Mr Harper said increasing that to every six in 10 could save an extra 84,000 lives over the next 20 years. “If you have the screening test at home and you’re yet to complete it, please do the test now,” he said. The release of the data coincides with new federal government funding for a campaign to get more people participating in bowel screening.
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What would Geelong’s landmarks have to say if they could talk? Creative Geelong, in partnership with Barking Spider Visual Theatre, have answered the question and invite you to discover the answers when their Arts Industry Commission project, The Object Monologues – Geelong, launches online at noon Friday, July 16. From Eastern Beach to Geelong train station, six sites were chosen by the community, identifying objects that have a thing or two to say about Geelong. The fountain at Eastern Beach (voiced by Gretel Sharp); a horse on the carousel (voiced by Angie Hilton); the Cartway Door at the back of the National Wool Museum (Gore Place, voiced by Jane Bayly); a lion at City Hall (voiced by Benji Groenewegen); the rotunda in Johnstone Park (voiced by Tom Molyneux) and the Walk Bridge at Geelong station (voiced by Tom Halls) feature in this homage to G-Town. “I conceived the idea of a whimsical ‘object monologue’ during the 2020 COVID lockdown,” artist, writer and director, Barking Spider Visual Theatre’s Penelope Bartlau said. “I was thinking about how to share stories, how we can have enlivening and magical experiences that enable us to feel connected even when we are by ourselves. The Object Monologues – Geelong is the outcome of my musings.” The project will be delivered via the ECHOES interactive sound walks app, free to download. “To bring to life some of the most-loved parts of the city is yet another clever and creative way that our artists are reimagining spaces and places in Geelong,” deputy mayor and chair of the creative communities and culture portfolio Trent Sullivan said. “Take the time to rediscover these special landmarks and be entertained by what they have to tell you about living in Geelong.”
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Club’s master move Ocean Grove Chess Club has made a winning move. The club, founded in October 2007 by Malcolm Hughes, uncle of former Test cricketer Merv Hughes, is enjoying new premises at Ocean Grove Senior Citizens Club on The Terrace. Malcolm, a principal at several local primary schools, taught chess to pupils after school at Bellarine Training & Community Hub and taught adults in the evening. He donated numerous professional tournament standard chess sets, chess mats, chess clocks and reference books to the club.
Malcolm died in 2012, aged 77, but his wife Roma still lives in Ocean Grove. The club’s oldest player, 91-year-old Garry Bennewitz never misses a meeting. Tom Nicholson is the current club champion and is fresh from a recent victory against Portarlington’s club champion, Adrian Slykerman. “Nothing official, no rankings, we are a social, fun chess group,” club member Stan Rusiniak said. The club meets at 1.30pm on Tuesdays. All players welcome, no matter their skill level. Details: Ralph Wright, 0431 458 100
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Enraptured by raptors There has been some really wild weather over the past few weeks, and I’ve been praying that not only the people living in the Dandenong Ranges recover quickly, but also that the lyrebirds were not too affected by falling trees. The past few years have been so challenging for all of Victorians as we’ve endured fires, floods, COVID-19 and now destructive storms. My spotting of peregrine falcons has continued, much to my delight (as I love them so much). I was driving to work and took a detour to Bawtree Road in Leopold and there was a raptor on one of the power poles with its back to me. I knew from its shape that it wasn’t a brown falcon as it had powerful shoulders, and when I turned the car around and drove slowly back towards the bird, I realised that it was a peregrine. Fortunately, the bird let me take a few photos before it flew off. I think this has been my seventh peregrine encounter this year - and often I could go a year without seeing one, so 2021 will go down as my peregrine year. On the subject of raptors, I had a close encounter with a little eagle on Creswell Road, Marcus Hill. Once again, I was on my way home from work and saw the bird as I drove past a paddock, as it was feasting on a rabbit. Once again, I turned the car around and drove slowly to the paddock, where I managed a few photos before the bird flew off. My photos were unfortunately very average,
Carole’s black-shouldered kite; Jen’s little eagle feasting on a rabbit at Creswell Road; Kevin’s crimson rosella. (Pictures: Supplied)
and I saw the bird return to its feeding spot before I left the area, as I hate the thought that I disturbed it so much that it missed its dinner. I’ve also seen a kestrel at the corner of Shell and Banks roads and two black-shouldered kites in Ocean Grove near the new retirement village off Grubb Road. I received a lovely photo from Carole, who spotted a lovely juvenile black-shouldered kite sitting on a fence post on Swan Bay Road. This bird still has some brown plumage colour of a young bird. It is great to these birds around the Bellarine,
as I am sure many of them have headed to New South Wales due to the mouse plague in that state. The main diet of black-shouldered kites is rodents, but they also feed on grasshoppers, so I am sure there are enough of these creatures on the Bellarine to satisfy a few remaining raptors. It’s really important that if using mouse poisons that the products used do not contain harmful SGAR chemicals harmful like Brodifacoum, Bromadiolone, Difenacoum, Difethialone, or Flocoumafen, as these products will not just kill the rodent, but also the bird that eats a poisoned rodent.
Barn owls also eat mice, so please look for products that do not harm the birds. I also received a lovely email from Kevin, who was fortunate to see two wedge-tailed eagles near Birregurra, as well as a few king parrots around the same area. Kevin also sent me some photos of a crimson rosella that he saw near Swan Bay. I also received a message from Leo, who saw seven hooded plovers on the beach near the Bluff in Barwon Heads. These birds form flocks in the winter in areas where there is a good supply of available food.
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Care service that fills a need Beryl Hair enjoys making beanies for her close-knit family. And this winter she’s been knitting for the whole tribe – her two children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Beryl, 92, is also a member of the knitting group at the retirement village where she lives, regularly making socks, hats and gloves for homeless men, as well as squares which are then sewn into blankets for charity. “I love knitting, and it’s good to give back,” Beryl says. Beryl receives a home care package through Uniting AgeWell and gets help around the home with cleaning and gardening, regular visits from the podiatrist and physiotherapist, and has meals delivered three times a week. She is also a great fan of Uniting AgeWell Kalkee Murray Community. She’s stayed there a number of times for respite care after being discharged from hospital after falls. “The staff are very kind, they looked after me very well, I would have no hesitation in moving in there one day,” Beryl says. In between reading, going to church and spending time with the family, Beryl is very busy. But that’s how she likes it. Then there’s Jenny Mitchell, 77, who is also on a home care package through Uniting AgeWell, and gets help with cleaning the unit where she lives. Jenny, who has severe arthritis, has also used her package to buy an electric bed and chair to make life easier. “I love jigsaw puzzles, reading and spending time with my two daughters and three grandchildren – I’m very happy with Uniting AgeWell, the staff are very caring,” she says. Rebecca Smith, Home Care Director, North West Victoria & Tasmania says Uniting AgeWell has a multitude of services in Geelong
Beryl Hair and, inset, Jenny Mitchell. (Pictures: Supplied)
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Hear for the long haul Yesterday marked a major milestone for Geelong Hearing Aid Services when it celebrated 40 years of helping Geelong residents with hearing loss. Audiologist Ashlee Willis and her team are excited to mark the date, knowing they are a part of the history of a long-running business that maintains a firm belief that everyone deserves access to support and advice from hearing professionals. “To celebrate our 40th birthday, we are offering great deals for the whole month of July. Come in and meet the team to see how we can help you,” Ashlee says.
In the beginning Ian Young founded the company as Qualtone on July 1, 1981, launching as an independent hearing provider in Mitcham. Twelve years later, Ian established Geelong Hearing Aid Services, continuing the journey by assisting the community of Greater Geelong with empathy and a passion for hearing awareness and rehabilitation. In 2005, the company moved to its current location in Belmont and, since 2011, has been visiting Leopold to provide quality hearing care. And, as Ashlee says, “The passion for hearing awareness and rehabilitation has never dimmed.”
Celebrating independence “The most important aspect of Geelong Hearing Aid Services is that we have been – and always will be – an independent company. “It means that the service we provide and hearing aid brands we carry are not attached to corporate obligation. We can offer our clients a wider range of hearing aids and more choice in their journey.
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Geelong Hearing founder Ian Young, and audiologist Ashlee Willis. (Pictures: Supplied)
“After all, there’s no one cookie-cutter approach to hearing loss. People deserve choice and genuine personalisation of care and that’s what we’re about.”
Hearing care in the time of COVID-19 Physical distancing measures and face masks put extra strain on those with hearing loss due to the muffling of our voices and not being able to lip read to help understand. “It’s more important than ever to wear an
effective hearing aid at this time to avoid disconnection and avoidance of social settings which negatively impacts quality of life. “It’s essential to note the huge toll hearing loss can have on health and wellbeing, but did you know that only one in five people who could benefit from wearing hearing aids actually uses them? Visiting our clinic can change that statistic, so we encourage anyone with hearing issues not to delay in making a life-changing decision.”
No more ‘big and bulky’ “There are so many options available when it comes to hearing aids. The days of big and bulky are over, with more than one style and size to suit everybody. “Our clients are often amazed with what’s on the market today, with some hearing aids virtually invisible. We have a large range of brands, including all the major ones, and at prices that suit all budgets. “Hearing aids can and will change life for
the better.” Ashlee adds that now’s the time to help improve hearing issues – and simultaneously support independent local businesses. “Come and have a chat about what we can do to help.” Geelong Hearing Aid Services, 96 High Street, Belmont. Opens 9am-5pm Monday-Friday. Inquiries: 5243 1019 or www.qualtone.com.au
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Upwardly mobile Mark Dillon, director of Scooters and Mobility, is thrilled to announce they’re going “pop-up” at Corio Village Shopping Centre from Monday, July 12. He says the high demand from customers in Corio, Norlane and Lara has prompted the venture. “We’ve taken the opportunity to expand our retail footprint by opening our pop-up shop, which will make it so convenient for our many customers,” Mark says. “We invite people to come in and see us at Shop G064 – at the Woolies end of the shopping centre.” The store we will have a huge range of scooters, lift chairs, powerchairs, walkers, walking sticks, shower chairs, shower stools, commodes and wheelchairs, batteries, tyres, tubes and all accessories to view and purchase. “If you’re interested in upgrading your current mobility scooter, we offer a minimum of $400 trade-in on any used scooter – any condition, working or not. This is by far the best offer in Geelong!
“No matter what happens with COVID-19, we will always remain open, fully compliant with the protocols of the time and be ready to assist everyone with their mobility and home healthcare needs. “We know our clients need to be able to get to and from doctors, chemists, vaccination centres, testing stations, work and supermarkets. We are able to keep them moving and on the go. “And don’t forget that we can also come to you, anywhere, anytime - fully sanitised and using the required PPE. We can service, maintain or repair your mobility device in your own home – or call into the permanent store in Newcomb.” Scooters & Mobility, 52 Charles Street, Newcomb. Opens 9am-5pm Monday-Friday. Pop-up shop, Corio Village Shopping Centre. Inquiries: 5248 7474 or www.scootersandmobility.com.au
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Enjoying an active sense of community, Tannoch Brae understands the importance of companionship, and values and encourages the independence of residents while ensuring support is always on hand. The home offers friendly and caring staff on call 24/7, along with medical support. Meals prepared by a new chef, an onsite hairdresser, a kiosk, private function rooms and regular
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At Tannoch Brae Aged Care in St Albans Park, it’s the sense of home and family that residents and staff hold in the highest regard, according to Bernadette Kolotelo. The home’s nurse for more than 22 years, Bernadette – or Bernie as she’s known – knows this better than most, with her mum a former resident and her dad still at Tannoch Brae at the age of 97. “Mum was at Tannoch Brae for eight years, and dad is coming up to 13 years,” Bernie says. “We placed our parents at Tannoch Brae because both my sister and I worked in the home, along with many other long-serving staff, and we just knew the care would be what we wanted for them. “I love my job because of the family atmosphere our home brings. Tannoch Brae is an intimate 50-bed home which means as a nurse I get to know our residents and families on a personal level – a real privilege. “It really is a second home to me. Every day when I walk in the door I say, ‘Welcome to paradise’ and, when I walk out at the end of the day, I know I have given my all and my dad will be well looked after.” The sense of care is also felt by residents, such as Shirley, 85, who says: “I’ve been here for 14 years and I’ve always been looked after well. I enjoy the company and have made a lot of friends and feel lots of love.” Norma, 90, has a similar view. “My husband was here first and then I came to live here. We’ve both been well looked after. He’s passed away now,” Norma says. “The staff are always lovely and I feel free. I can walk around wherever I want and feel safe.” General manager Hayley Marston says, “It’s always the people that make a home but the recent refurbishments have made it all the more welcoming.”
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A seniors’ experience like no other… spinach and Meredith feta tart with salad, a hearty bowl of soup with garlic bread, and raspberry tea cake with double cream – among other delicious treats. After lunch, you get taken on a 30-45-minute tour as part of the deal, where a feast of the senses awaits. The hectares of gardens surrounding The Convent – part of the local Botanic Gardens – are a joy to explore, with eye-catching sculptures to discover and bounteous nature that’s taken root in volcanic soil.
Then perhaps head to the beautiful, virtually untouched Chapel built in 1904, and onwards to the magnificent award-winning Convent Gallery that presents works from local, national and international artists offering a truly diverse collection in eight different spaces. There’s also a museum and the Convent Shop for a satisfying browse among exquisite and unusual jewellery, ceramics, glassware and homewares. It’s an eclectic jewel box of delights – don’t even try to resist snaffling something for your home or as a stylish gift.
A thoroughly satisfying day can be finished with a visit to the Altar Bar for an indulgent cocktail or glass of wine, or a light snack or cake and cuppa before hitting the road home. NOTE: There’s a lift and easily navigable paths to make getting around easy. The Convent, corner Hill and Daly streets, Daylesford. Opens 10am-4pm daily. Inquiries: 5348 3211 or www.conventgallery.com.au
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Indigenous celebration returns Kurnai and Wotjobaluk man Norm Stanley is proud to continue a tradition that “two fellas sat down 13 years ago and decided to create” – Reconciliation in the Park. One of those founders, the late Uncle David Tournier, was a mentor of Stanley’s since he was 11 and played “a huge part” in his life. “You can kind of get, through that, the depth of meaning for us to be able to carry it on,” the 43-year-old from Norlane said. Stanley will play didgeridoo throughout the day when the free event returns on July 11, after being postponed due to recent COVID-19 lockdowns. Stanley’s Indigenous heritage stems from western Victoria and Gippsland, although he was born and raised on Wadawurrung land here in Geelong. “My mum was actually a member of the stolen generation and she was placed in a home on the Barwon River, Kardinia Children’s Home, as a child,” he said. “It was the third home that she had been placed in with her sisters. She was nine-years-old. When she left the home she chose Geelong as a place to stay. “She certainly told us many stories, good and bad, of growing up in a children’s home.” Now living in Toowoomba, his mum shared his ancestral connections with him as he grew up. “She’s grateful that she was able to stay in contact with our family and give us a direct connection to our family line,” Stanley said. As a child he discovered a natural inclination towards the musical part of that heritage when he tried playing a makeshift didgeridoo. “I found what I thought was the next closest thing, a plastic vacuum cleaner pipe that my mum had,” he said. “I got a real one my next birthday and spent the rest of that time working on it and learning from others, and creating my own unique style.
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“The hardest part is all about your breathing. Certainly, you need to have some rhythm and beat to be able to control it, but your breathing is the most important aspect of playing the didgeridoo.” Stanley will play solo and with other performers in the event at Johnstone Park from 10am to 3pm next Sunday. “It’s a fantastic opportunity for those that would like to learn more about our
Aboriginal culture to come along and enjoy a family-friendly day,” Stanley said. “It’s about having the wider community come along and join in with us to celebrate our beautiful culture.” The event features a Welcome to Country, local dancers and performers, dilly bag making, kids activities, native food plants, a free barbecue and interactive displays by Wildlife Xposure.
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“We are excited to see Reconciliation in the Park back in Johnstone Park this year after the uncertainty of 2020, leading to a virtual event,” said Stanley’s partner and event programmer Nikki McKenzie said. “This year we have some new activities along with familiar ones from previous years.” Details: geelongonefire.org.au Luke Voogt
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Despite COVID-19, BrewiColo Brewing Co has enjoyed a stellar few months, according to owners Chilla Tuicolo and Kay Godfrey. The innovative business not only held a sell-out comedy show and had a full house at open mic nights, it also won awards for its brews at the recent Australian International Beer Awards (AIBA). Chilla tells about what happened at the AIBAs last month. “The best beers in the world were tasted and judged at the annual event, Chilla says, “and we’re celebrating because the two beers we entered won awards. Our popular Kofe Brown Ale took out silver, and the aptly named Ocean Grove Lager won a bronze medal.” Kay says the AIBAs offer entrants the opportunity to benchmark against set criteria; receive invaluable independent feedback from industry experts; and be rewarded for excellence. While Chilla and Kay are thrilled with the awards and the hard work and dedication that they represent, it’s the judge’s feedback that Chilla says really motivates them to continually improve with each brew. BrewiColo hosted its first live comedy show, with the likes of David O’Neill headlining in May. The night was a huge success, with tickets selling out within the first few days. This has led to a second show on Friday, July 9, and tickets have just been released. This show’s line-up includes Ash Fils-Aime, Billy Stiles and Jarryd Goundrey, and special guest Poncho Street Food truck will be on
site for the evening. Tickets are available at www.trybooking. com/BSDIJ. “Since covid restrictions lifted late last year, we noticed the local community has been so supportive of our business and we really appreciate this. So much so, that we’ve been bringing several new beers to our line-up including the recently released Maqo Wiwi – a mango kettled sour that’s fast becoming one of our most popular beers on tap,” Chilla says. “Along with the success of the comedy night, we also co-hosted with One Kind a sold out Pimms and Painting evening to help raise money and awareness for humanitarian efforts in Siem Reap, Cambodia in an effort to offer exciting activities to the Ocean Grove community. “And we have Ocean Grove favourites Standing Room Only band playing to a sold-out crowd in a few weeks’ time, as well as our monthly open mic nights providing local talent a relaxed venue to perform in front of a live crowd.” Keen to try some award-winning beers? They’re available in the tap room, as well as Ocean Grove Cellars and Barwon Heads IGA. BrewiColo Brewing Co., 32 Marine Parade, Ocean Grove. Opens 4pm-late Friday; noon-late Saturday; and 1pm-6pm Sunday. Inquiries: 0484 765 384 or www.brewicolo.com. Online store: www.brewicolo-brewing-co.square.site/
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Animal scientist (9) Subtle variations (7) West Indian music (7) Involved (11) Witch’s laugh (6) Intellectual (8) Used (8) Bind (6) Suitable for consumption (6) Relating to the city (12) Snob (7) Hard seed (3) Reduces the pressure (7) Vindicator (7) Confine, fetter (5) Short (4) Buxom (5) Optic (3) Colouring solution (3) Solitary (5) Reborn into another body (12) 20th-century Austrian philosopher, Ludwig — (12) Ignominy (5) Mat (3) Hebrew judge (3) Famous Australian conservationist, Steve — (5) Layer (4) Frequently (5) Disturb (7) Computer programs that run as a background process (7) Label (3) Tinnitus; — in the ears (7) Reproof, censure (12)
No. 013
63 Quarrelled (6) 65 Unit used to measure wool fibres (6) 67 Tries (8) 69 Follows Friday (8) 71 Dashing (6) 72 Often paired with ‘plausible’ (11) 73 Meal course, typically sweet (7) 74 Withdraw from enemy (7) 75 Musician’s time-marker (9)
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58 Sound of a weapon firing (7) 59 Spouse (7) 61 Inspect (7) 62 Unpleasant (5) 64 Slip by (6) 66 Elevate (5) 68 Cantaloupe or honeydew, to name two (5) 70 Bombast (4)
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No. 013
ORIGINAL PUZZLE
Place each of the tiles of letters into the blank jigsaw below to create four sixletter words going across and down.
DROP DOWN
Starting with the seven-letter word, drop a letter and form a six-letter word. Continue in this manner until you reach the single letter at the bottom. You can rearrange the letters in each step, if necessary.
R E S T A R T
RE
OP EN PU SS PA IM LE
+ –
+ ×
+ ×
= 33 ÷
×
= 14
=
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Insert each number from 1 to 9 in the shaded squares to solve all the horizontal and vertical equations. Multiplication and division are performed before addition and subtraction.
4 × 6 + 5 = 29 + ÷ + 9 + 3 × 8 = 33 – + ÷ 1 × 7 × 2 = 14 = = = 12 9 9
÷
= 29
No. 013
3. How old does Lyonne’s character in Russian Doll keep turning? A. 33 B. 34 C. 35 D. 36
WORD 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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4. Which character in Orange Is The New Black was Lyonne originally going to audition for? A. Piper Chapman B. Dayanara Diaz C. Alex Vause D. Lorna Morello 5. Which Saturday Night Live regular is Lyonne in a relationship with? A. Fred Armisen B. Seth Meyers C. Kenan Thompson D. Bill Hader
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Sad Increase Cooker Girl’s name
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ANSWER: RETURN OF THE JEDI
ANSWERS: IMPALE, IMPURE, LESSEN, REOPEN
CROSSMATH +
1. Which US songwriter wrote a song about the actress called Natasha? A. Ben Folds B. Rufus Wainwright C. Father John Misty D. Ryan Adams
NATASHA LYONNE
ANSWERS: 1B, 2C, 3D, 4D, 5A
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2. Which well-known noughties teen comedy movie did Lyonne star in? A. She’s All That B. 10 Things I Hate About You C. American Pie D. Bring It On
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No. 009
ACROSS: 1. Glum, 5. Rise, 6. Oven, 7. Tess DOWN: 1. Grot, 2. Live, 3. Uses, 4. Mens
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Ocean Grove takes vengeance Ocean Grove propelled itself back into the top five with a crushing win against Portarlington in round 13. The Grubbers now sit in fourth place on the ladder, ahead of Barwon Heads on percentage and half a game clear of Drysdale and Port. Ocean Grove was well served by Candice Parker and fellow defender Jess Griffin, while Kelsey Ollis continued her super season in defence. The 21-goal win avenged the round two result when Port snuck home by a goal. In B Grade, Ocean Grove continued on its merry way with a 39-goal drubbing of Portarlington. Remi Bennett provided drive from the middle of the court while Ashton O’Brien was busy in attack and Meg Badrock solid in defence. The Grubbers are only a small amount of percentage from Geelong Amateur in top spot and finals appear a certainty. Ocean Grove continued its unbeaten season in C Grade with a 76 to 15 win. Nikki Slaven shot 38 goals at 85 per cent accuracy and Alyse O’Keefe was busy on a wing. Grove had a 40-goal win in D Grade to keep top spot on the ladder. Zarly Smith was rock solid in defence and Taryn Laverty controlled wing attack. Ocean Grove is six points clear in fifth spot on the E Grade ladder.
Round 13 results:
Torquay got the upper hand against Ocean Grove in round 12 of A Grade. (Mark Heenan Media)
The Grubbers were too good for Port with Tamara Splatt a focal point in attack, Terri-Anne Finch busy in the centre and Tahnee Allen excellent at wing attack.
Grove won an important Under 19s match against Port and cemented a spot in the top five. Taylah Jeffrey and Jorja Connellan were dominant on each wing.
A Grade: Ocean Grove 39 def Portarlington 18. Best: Candice Parker, Jessica Griffin, Kelsey Ollis. B Grade: Ocean Grove 62 def Portarlington 23. Best: Remi Bennett, Ashton O’Brien, Meg Badrock. C Grade: Ocean Grove 76 def Portarlington 15. Best: Alyse O’Keefe, Nikki Slaven. D Grade: Ocean Grove 49 def Portarlington 9. Best: Zarly Smith, Taryn Laverty. E Grade: Ocean Grove 16 def Portarlington 8. Best: Tamara Splatt, Terri-Anne Finch, Tahnee Allen. 19/U: Ocean Grove 30 def Portarlington 14: Best: Taylah Jeffrey, Jorja Connellan. 17/U Section 1: Ocean Grove 21 def Portarlington 14. 17/U Section 2: Ocean Grove 34 def Portarlington 7. Best: Sarah Fecchio. 15/U Section 1: Ocean Grove 36 def Portarlington 6: Best: Maya Hamilton. 15/U Section 2: Ocean Grove 43 def Portarlington 4. Best: Adele Mills. 13/U Section 1: Ocean Grove 15 def by Portarlington 16. Best: Bree Sampson. 13/U Section 2: Ocean Grove 59 def Portarlington 0.
Junior footballers put on a determined show UNDER-13 Division 1 – OG Walter 13.7(85) def St Mary’s Rodgers 0.2(2) Jordan Lehmann ran hard and had many contested marks to switch up the play, while Dane Hodgson showed determined tackling.Byron Hansford showed his skill and Tom Teague did well running out of the centre. Awards: Byron Hansford, Jordan Lehmann, Zac Casamento, Dane Hodgson. Division 2 – OG Pearson 8.10(58) def Drysdale McGuire 3.2(20) Pearson had a fantastic, long-awaited win which was a great reward for the hard work the team’s put in. Captain Hudson Stephenson led by example and was helped out by Oscar Kerr, Zander Zurawel and Noah Brooks. Division 6 – OG Every 5.7(37) def Little River/ Anakie/Northern Stars 5.5(35) Every player came up against tough opposition but played a team game to sneak home by two points. The Cobras’ defensive pressure and tackling were fantastic from the second quarter on. OG Dean 1.2(8) def by South Barwon Thompson 3.7(25)
under pressure early and the second quarter saw the MacManus machine kick into gear. Awards: Brodie Edmond, Finn Briggs. OG Farrell 1.9(15) def by Torquay McMahon 10.9(69) After the original venue was declared a flood zone, Farrell took to higher ground and a higher level of competitiveness against a polished Torquay. A fantastic effort. Awards: Cooper Levis, Teddy McCartney, Samuel Millar-Burton, Samuel Wingrave. OG Moroney 2.5(17) def by Ammos Fagan 5.12(42) Co-captain Billy Bianca won contested ball and kicked a well-earned goal. Ammos gained control late in the second quarter. Awards: William Wakefield, Paddy McCaffrey, Reilly Pope. OG Hateley 7.7(49) def by St Mary’s Bath 8.13(61) This game was played in great spirits, unfortunately, some of us were mentally on holidays already and, despite winning three of the four quarters, we couldn’t overcome St Mary’s. Awards: Harry Larsen, Luca McDonald, Vincent Hambleton.
UNDER-10 UNDER-12 GIRLS OG Burchell 4.7(31) def Leopold Dowsett 3.1(19) The Burchell girls’ outstanding teamwork set up the win. They have mastered the art of tackling to create pressure on opposition ball carriers and provide turnovers. A string of handballs created multiple scoring opportunities. Awards: Ella Hounslow, Ruby Edwards, Alice Sampson. OG McEvoy 4.1(25) def Newtown & Chilwell Mithen 3.6(24) McEvoy got off to a great start, with Abbey Walsh kicking an amazing opening goal. All the girls fought hard to win the ball in a slippery centre circle, however Newtown started to get in front. Team McEvoy worked hard, producing a strong last quarter to win Awards: Tess Wolfe, Olive Coates, Adelaide Hammond.
OG Cordy 1.12(18) def by St Mary’s Redden 6.8(44) Sonny Wallace and Leonard Makowski worked hard in the first half. Coach Tony Rolfs was happy with the boys’ ability to find space in the second quarter, while Ashton Beckworth and Ashley Van Der Linden were standouts in the third. A wonderful passage of play in the last with Hugh Rolfs to Finlay Macrae to a straight-kicking Sonny Wallace. Awards: Ashton Beckworth, Sonny Wallace, Mitchell Warren. OG O’Keefe 0.5(5) def by Torquay Coleman 9.10(64) The scoreboard didn’t reflect that the Cobras ran their hearts and legs out, displaying some excellent shepherding. However, the Torquay boys were everywhere and prevented O’Keefe from converting. Awards: Ollie Cooper, Owen Gallagher, Harry Skinner.
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OG Jones 4.7(31) def Lara Walk 5.0(30)
OG McManus 9.60(60) def Queenscliff 6.9(45) McManus started well and saw off a fight-back. Grayson was instrumental handballing out
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OG McEvoy 13.9(87) def Newcomb 0.0(0)
Action from the Ocean Grove McManus vs Queenscliff Under 11s game. (Mark Heenan Media)
Team McEvoy continued working on skill development, with running bounces featuring heavily in tough conditions. There were skilful kicks, marks and handballs, along with the usual team play we continue to see. Awards: Poppy Teague, Arabella Johnson, Elise Hanks.
UNDER-9 OG Dalton 4.8(32) def by Newtown & Chilwell West 6.3(39) Team Dalton fought hard all match in wet conditions. When Tom Annand kicked a great running goal it looked like we might have a chance to sneak our third win in a row, but it wasn’t to be. Awards: Raff Smith, Ashton McKnight, Isaac Geerings, Charlie Fenwick. OG Durran 8.3(51) def Newtown & Chilwell Kelly 5.3(33) A match against a bigger outfit saw Durran work hard to stay in the contest. Harry Dooling starred with Jude Beckworth in everything. Eddy Sullivan played his best game, giving forward Abel Kapitelli plenty of chances. After trailing by nine points at half-time, they turned the game around.
OG Norquay 3.3(21) def by Drysdale Scott 5.6(36) Lachie Fay was able to score two in a quarter and super-sub Ashton scored one. Great games from Kai Ashton, Flynn Edmond and Sebastian Sorace through the midfield. OG Taylor 8.8(56) def Surf Coast Suns Red 1.4(10) It was Will Guise’s last game and the team had a fantastic start, keeping the ball at its forward end. It was great to cap off the win with an exciting goal to Will in the final quarter. Awards: Angus Hanson, Will Guise, Joe Fryman. OG Allan 9.5(59) def Newcomb Power 2.1(13) Great link-up play and teamwork ensured Allan dominated. Hamish Maxwell tackled down the biggest player on the field, while Taj Hounslow, Leroy Bright and Xavier Paulka owned the early defence. Leroy and Liam Warren got their first goals. Awards: Tim Pritchard, Oliver Mullen, Leroy Bright OG Stow 2.2(14) def by Surf Coast Suns Blue 4.4(28)
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Return to high-pressure footy By Justin Flynn Ocean Grove put aside the disappointment of an 82-point loss to unbeaten Torquay with a 149-point win against winless Portarlington in round 13 of Bellarine Football League. The Grubbers’ opponents during the past two weeks could not have been more different. The all-conquering Torquay doesn’t look like losing, while Portarlington looks destined to go through the season without tasting victory. “Torquay are far and away the most organised team in the competition and deserving of being runaway premiership favourites,” Ocean Grove coach Pete Davey said. “It wasn’t a lesson, as such, but more an appreciation that while we have made great inroads in our development this year, we still have a lot of work in front of us in our pursuit of being a year-on-year, dominant BFL club. “Our pressure game is always the key indicator of how we’re tracking and that was the message to our players going into the Port game, just get back to that and the rest will look after itself. “From what we saw at the Torquay game, the endeavour was there. It’s just that they are a very good side.” Ocean Grove powered away from Portarlington in every quarter to run out winners, 22.26 (158) - 1.3 (9). James Paterson and Jake Ward each snared five goals, while Tom Waters kicked four and livewire forward Sam Donegan three. Davey said he was pleased with his side’s pressure. “We said from the start that it was never about looking for percentage or trying to put a number on the scoreboard, we just wanted to get back to our brand of high pressure football and right from the first bounce, we did that,” he said. “Despite keeping Port to four scoring shots, we still laid 62 effective tackles which is a testament to our team’s want to roll the sleeves up and get back to doing the dirty work.” Ocean Grove’s goalkicking inaccuracy prevented it from winning by more. “We probably missed upwards of 10 set shots that should have been goals, so making sure the boys are comfortable and can trust their goalkicking routine is something we’ll certainly work on,” Davey said. “We average the lowest player points of all sides in the league and we’re currently sitting in fifth position with a highly competitive core of local players who are in their teens or early twenties who all care and play for one another,” he said.
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“We’re not having to rotate recruits each week like some clubs are, which puts us in an enviable position that we can simply choose our best performing 22 players each week. “We’re ahead of where most people thought we would be but we know that we still have short term improvement in us. “We will be a better team come Round 18 than we are right now, and we are a far better team than we were eight weeks ago. “Hopefully that equates to three or four wins but if not, we will still be comfortable in our direction provided the weekly development is tracking and the standards that we have set on and off field are being met.” Ocean Grove faces a rejuvenated Geelong Amateur at home on July 10. “Ammos have players back and they will be an even bigger test than they were five weeks ago when we had to get up off the canvas in the last quarter to get the job done,” Davey said. “It should be a really good game from a neutral supporter’s perspective. “As it stands now, we have serious
competition from Drysdale to hold fifth spot but we know that we control what happens from here on and with five rounds to go, we couldn’t ask for any more than that.” Ocean Grove won the reserves contest, 25.16 (166) - 1.1 (7). Harrison Dolley booted nine goals while Byron Taylor and Josh Lange pushed their claims for a seniors spot with scintillating performances. In round 12, flag favourite Torquay handed Ocean Grove an 82-point drubbing at Ray Menzies Memorial Oval. The Tigers were at their brutal best, opening up a 30-point lead at quarter-time and then cruising to a big win, 20.8 (128) - 6.10 (46). Paul McMahon and Lucas Anderson each kicked six goals for the Tigers while James Paterson booted three for Ocean Grove. Rhys Hobbs, Sam Donegan and skipper Jake Wilkie were prominent for the Grubbers. Torquay prevailed in the reserves clash, 18.9 (117) to 5.1 (31). Bailey Cameron and Ben Potter were best for Ocean Grove.
Barwon Heads sent shivers down the spines of every other club in the Bellarine Football League with a 100-point massacre of Anglesea. Previously second on the ladder and looking like Torquay’s main challenger for the premiership, Anglesea was slaughtered by a rampant Seagulls outfit. The floodgates opened in the last term with the Seagulls piling on nine goals to two with key forwards Nathan Brown (five), Mitch Herbison (four) and Mitch Phelps (four) combining for 13 goals. The big win saw the Seagulls climb to second on the ladder while the Seas slipped to fourth. Modewarre continues to go about its business with a 42-point win against Newcomb. The Warriors are in third spot on the ladder and are flying under the radar. A six goal to one first term set up the win. Newcomb’s slim hopes of playing finals are fading fast despite an improved performance. Drysdale kept in touch with the top five to remain a game behind Ocean Grove after a win against a gutsy Queenscliff. A six goal to none first quarter blitz ensured the Hawks were always going to be difficult to catch and although Queenscliff improved after the break, it wasn’t enough. Mathew Hebbard and James Breust each booted six goals for the Hawks while Luke Di Lizio kicked four for the Coutas. Torquay kept its unbeaten run intact with an 80-point win against Geelong Amateur. The premiership favourites were too good with Lucas Anderson (four), Paul McMahon (three) and Tom Diamond (three) combining for 10 majors. The competition takes a week off tomorrow and resumes on July 10 with two blockbuster games. Only percentage separates Barwon Heads and Modewarre and they meet at Modda while Anglesea will be looking to bounce back against Torquay at home. Drysdale faces a danger game against Newcomb, as does Ocean Grove against Geelong Amateur. Queenscliff hosts Portarlington. Justin Flynn
Main: Ocean Grove’s captain Jake Wilkie breaks free in the match against Torquay. Above: Kobe Annand in the ruck; Torquay was first to the ball for most of the afternoon (top right); Joe McDonald gets his kick away despite pressure from an airborne Weylin Doyle. (Pictures: Justin Flynn) 241417 31 OCEAN GROVE VOICE Friday, 2 July, 2021
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