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After a weekend of mild late-winter temperatures, the mercury dropped this week, but that didn’t deter Jagga, Mia-Rose, Riba, Jett and Coco (pictured) from checking out Ocean Grove main beach on Tuesday. ■ More photos: Page 4.

‘Vile’ diners sling abuse By Justin Flynn Local cafe and restaurant owners are pleading with members of the public to stop abusing their staff when they ask for ID. Some patrons have been so vile that staff have been reduced to tears. The latest lockdown laws mean that people are forbidden from being more than five kilometres from their home. Regional Victorians joined their Melburnian counterparts in lockdown on Saturday, but that hasn’t prevented people from travelling to the Bellarine from other areas of the state. The Sharp Group’s Lyndsay Sharp said her staff, from venues such as Flying Brick, Leura Park Estate, Jack Rabbit and Curlewis Golf

Club, had been subjected to “seriously vile” abuse for asking for ID, which is compulsory. “Overall, it ranges from apparently ‘entitled’ patrons through to abuse and aggression complete with every swear word under the sun,” she said. “It is extremely confronting and distressing for staff. We’ve had instances where people with no ID, or Melbourne ID, have literally thrown a local supermarket docket at staff and said ‘there, that proves I’m local’. “What a joke those people are thinking they can patronise and demean a hardworking and proud industry like that.” Ms Sharp said that 95 per cent of patrons were “delightful and respectful of whatever rules are in place at any given time”.

“They arrive with their QR registration ready to be confirmed and their ID out,” she said. “We never budge in our response. People are refused entry if they do not comply with the rules in place, do not have ID, refuse to QR register, refuse to sign a statutory declaration, which entails a $19,000 fine for misinformation, if they don’t have ID, or abuse staff. “Hospitality has been having a hard enough time simply trying to survive. The attitude and actions of these patrons is horrible and demoralising when we are simply following the rules to keep our workplace, team, patrons and community COVID safe.” Ms Sharp said ignorance could not be used as an excuse. “We have been taking the front foot and

texting all patrons to remind them that they are not permitted entry without regional ID,” she said. “Patrons are also reminded about any current restrictions and regulations prior to arrival via numerous platforms – by phone, by text, via social media, via website booking platforms, via email confirmation. When patrons arrive, they literally cannot claim ignorance with respect to the rules which makes it even more frustrating when the vitriol starts.” Queenscliff’s 360Q mine host Barry Iddles said it was a government requirement that guests show identification before entering a restaurant and any restaurant or cafe in regional Victoria and that the fine was $10,000 for businesses that did not comply.

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Views sought on dog-free beach By Justin Flynn Community feedback is being sought about a current trial for a dog-free beach in Ocean Grove. The City of Greater Geelong introduced the trial on an 805-metre stretch of Ocean Grove main beach at the start of the year. Between the 13W to 15W beach access stairs, dogs can be walked on-lead between May 1 and November 30 this year but are prohibited for the remainder of the year. The trial extends to 2022, when dogs are prohibited all year round. Council and Barwon Coast floated the

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idea to the community for consultation after feedback highlighted the need for an area of beach to be set aside as dog-free all year round. “Feedback from both dog walkers and non-dog walkers on the dog-free trial is encouraged,” council’s city planning and economy director Gareth Smith said.

“We are interested in people’s views on year one of the trial which allows dogs on lead during the winter months. We will be engaging the community again in 2022 on year two of the trial which will allow for dog-free access at Ocean Grove main beach for the entire year.” Barwon Coast chief executive Gary McPike said the organisation was keen to ensure the beach is accessible for all users. “The pressures on our coast are changing due to population increase. We know from previous community engagement processes and from our day-to-day management of the coast that there are many types of beach users,” he said.

“We want to ensure everyone can access the beach and that our natural environment is also protected. This trial is about ensuring we get the balance right for Ocean Grove main beach.” Community members are invited to share their feedback on the first year of the trial by Sunday, September 26 via council’s ‘Have Your Say’ page. Barwon Coast and council are holding drop-in information sessions on the process at Ocean Grove main beach adjacent to the beach access ramp at 15W from 9am to noon on Wednesday, September 8 and Saturday, September 11.

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Buddy’s YouTube channel, Buddy AFL Reviews and Interviews, has attracted some high-profile guests.

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Budding YouTube star turning heads An Ocean Grove primary school pupil is only at the start of his YouTube journey, but his channel has already attracted some famous guests. Buddy, eight, has interviewed recently retired three-time Richmond premiership player David Astbury and charismatic AFL umpire ’Razor’ Ray Chamberlain. The Our Lady Star of the Sea pupil’s YouTube channel, Buddy AFL Reviews and Interviews, is growing in popularity. Buddy hopes to have a past Brownlow

Medallist, a past Bulldogs player and another current AFL star on his channel in the next few weeks. “I started in the last lockdown as I was bored and I love football, so I thought it was a good idea,” Buddy said. Buddy has also interviewed former South Melbourne and Williamstown player Max Papley, grandfather of current Swans player Tom. He has connections in high places. “My uncle Brooke knows David Astbury, Max Papley has been a family friend for 50

years plus and my dad (Cameron) knows David Harris, an AFL umpire and he organised Ray Chamberlain for me,” Buddy said. “They have all been great, but Razor Ray (Chamberlain) shares the same birthday as me and was really funny. “It is just fun, but I like doing the interviews. If I can get to 50 videos that would be awesome. I really want 100 Subscribers, at the moment I have 45.”

Ocean Grove and Highton Rotary Clubs are funding two international students to complete their training to become school teachers. Phenom Penh Rotary have a partnership with Promoting Education, Empowerment and Equality in Cambodia (PEPY) to provide scholarships for teachers. PEPY is a non-profit organisation providing personal and professional skills development training to rural youth primarily based in Siem Reap province, Cambodia The scholarships will fund the teachers’ final year of study and early career. The recipients will teach school in a Cambodian rural community. The recipients are currently enrolled at the Battambang Teacher Training College and are planning to teach secondary school. “Our Rotary club along with Highton Rotary became involved after an approach from the local Rotary Club in Phenom Penh,“ Rotary Club of Ocean Grove president Alan Keyse said. “The money we have provided ensures these two students not only complete their course but have a small stipend as well to start their careers.“ One of the recipients, Mao Morn, is currently studying biology. After graduation he will teach in Sambur Secondary School in Kralanh district, Siem Reap province. The other recipient, Tabb Saokun is currently studying physic . After graduating she will teach at Angkor Chom Secondary School in Angkor Chom district in Siem Reap province.

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Youth mental health support ready now in Ocean Grove Young people on the Bellarine Peninsula will have increased access to mental health services following the opening of headspace Ocean Grove. Young people will have access to services that support mental health, physical health (including sexual health) and alcohol and other drugs. The centre was funded by the federal government in collaboration with Barwon Child, Youth & Family (BCYF) and Bellarine Community Health (BCH). Western Victoria Primary Health Network

(WVPHN) chief executive Rowena Clift said she was pleased the new satellite service, located in Presidents Avenue, has opened its doors to young people aged 12 to 25. “WVPHN and our partners at headspace national are very excited that headspace Ocean Grove is now opening,” said Ms Clift. “Breaking down barriers for young people accessing mental health support and helping foster better relationships with their natural support networks is key to the health and wellbeing of our youth. We are proud to be providing even greater access to appropriate

mental health care for them.” BCYF chief executive Sandy Morrison said the Ocean Grove satellite service will mean more support for young people on the Bellarine. “The new satellite in Ocean Grove, is an extension of BCYF’s headspace Geelong service, and will give young people on the Bellarine increased access to a range of headspace services within their own community,” he said. “The opening of this satellite is very timely not only in terms of the ongoing

high demand for all headspace services, but also in the context of the steadily increasing need for mental health support that we have experienced over the past 18 months as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.” GPs can refer young people by directly contacting their local headspace. Young people can also call to make an appointment themselves. headspace can also offer support to family and friends of a young person. headspace is available to young people aged 12 to 25 years along with their family and friends. Friday, 27 August, 2021 OCEAN GROVE VOICE 3

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The community has missed the region’s usual jam-packed events schedule - Stephanie Asher

Organisations across the Bellarine Peninsula have benefited from $35,000 worth of grants to stage events across the Geelong region. The funding is from round two of the council’s 2020-21 Community Events Grants program. Ocean Grove Business Association received $5000 for its popular Christmas in the Grove event while Bellarine Aged Care Association was handed $3500 for its Friendly Ageing on the Bellarine Expo. Bellarine Agricultural Show received $3000, Bellarine Woodworkers received $1000 for its

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28th annual exhibition and Indented Head Yacht Club’s Sail Bellarine event was boosted with $5000. Barwon Heads Triathlon received $4000, the Maltese Own Band Philharmonic Society’s

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Portarlington Family Day got $2500 and the Portarlington Information Community Booth was given $3000. Greater Geelong mayor Stephanie Asher commended the grants recipients for their efforts. “Local community groups, organisations and clubs make a massive contribution to the fabric of Greater Geelong and support the community’s mental and physical wellbeing,” Cr Asher said. “It’s been incredibly difficult to plan and host events during the COVID-19 crisis, so I’m

really looking forward to these events lifting the community and providing some much-needed respite.” Councillor Anthony Aitken, chair of the finance portfolio, said the events industry has taken a huge financial hit during the pandemic. “The community has missed the region’s usual jam-packed events schedule over the last 18 months,” Cr Aitken said. “Events funded through this grant stream will give the community a lot to look forward to and will no doubt provide a lot of joy and social connection.”

Voice photographer Ivan Kemp was out and about at Ocean Grove main beach on Tuesday to see what locals were doing during yet another lockdown.

1/ Adam Coombes braves the surf with Khan. 2/ Lyn Mills with Jacob and Jona, Piper and Archie. 3/ Anne White. 4/ Paul MacKinnon. 5/ Keenan Warren and Sophie Giltrop. 6/ Jennifer and Jim Tootell with Rosie. 7/ Anna and Peter Grant with Gino. 8/ Brendan Finn watches the surf. 9/ Ezra Cuthell and Oscar Chiller. 10/ Julie Richards. 11/ Ella, Eve, Bridie and Mia. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 248140

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Council backs planning vision A 50-year vision for the Bellarine Peninsula is about to enter the third stage of consultation. The Bellarine was declared a Distinctive Area and Landscape (DAL) by the Victorian government in 2019 to permanently protect the area from over-development and preserve its unique environment and lifestyle. This week, Geelong council endorsed a submission that was generally supportive of the draft Statement of Planning Policy’s (SPP)strategies and objectives. The statement provides permanent settlement boundaries for all townships to protect their character, and preserves environmental features, green breaks and landscapes between towns.

The submission will recommend the inclusion of a farming zoned parcel of land on Bonnyvale Road at the eastern edge of Ocean Grove, that is home to the tourist node, the Collendina Hotel, within the settlement boundary for Ocean Grove. The submission seeks further clarity on how the SPP will be implemented into the planning scheme and how policy could be strengthened around achieving zero carbon development in the region. Council recommends that the impacts of rising sea levels on groundwater should be included as an environmental risk and requests a clear definition of nature-based tourism.

The Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) is managing the DAL project and has carried out three phases of community consultation. The draft SPP has been informed by two rounds of engagement and several technical reports. Council will ask that a consideration of submissions report is released by DELWP and a detailed implementation plan and guidelines are prepared before it endorses the final SPP. Mayor Stephanie Asher said she hoped the Distinctive Areas and Landscapes process would cement the directions in the council’s Settlement Strategy. “We have heard clearly and consistently from

the community that they are concerned about over-development on the Bellarine and want to see the area’s coastal and rural character protected,” Cr Asher said. “Council’s Settlement Strategy took an important step forward in confirming that the share of Greater Geelong’s growth being directed towards the Bellarine will decline, and that future housing should be within existing town boundaries. “Through the DAL process there is now an opportunity to lock in permanent settlement boundaries, and it is encouraging to see the draft Statement of Planning Policy reflecting the community’s desire to see that happen.”

Remembering Vietnam Australians remembered the 55th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan, otherwise known as Vietnam Veterans’ Day, on August 18. Ocean Grove Barwon Heads RSL Sub-branch held commemorative services in both towns to remember the occasion. Long Tan was the most brutal battle of our nation’s 10-year involvement in the Vietnam War between 1962 and 1972. On August 18, 1966, 17 Australians died in action at Long Tan and another 25 were wounded. One of these died days later. The services were small in numbers, with about a dozen people attending each one, but no less heartfelt. “It was a bit sombre,” Ocean Grove Barwon Heads RSL Sub-branch president Brad Clarke said. “Our Vietnam veterans are starting to get on a bit now. “We had our last member who served in

Korea pass away a couple of months ago.” After the service, the Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads gatherings met for afternoon tea and a drink or two at Ocean Grove Bowling Club. “It was good to see a few still come, being a work day and Melbourne in lockdown,” Mr Clarke, who served in Iraq, said. “A lot of people focus on Gallipoli, WWI and WWII. The Vietnam veterans are a bit guarded as well because they weren’t looked after when they got back. “Vietnam Veterans’ Day being on Long Tan day … Long Tan Day was really only one of the battles. “There were lots of other intense battles that the Vietnam veterans fought. A lot of them were operations that went for a couple of months at a time.” Justin Flynn

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I am writing this in Port Augusta, so I am getting closer to home. I’ve been having the time of my life exploring coastal Western Australia and the Nullarbor. The highlight of my trip has definitely been a visit to Eyre Bird Observatory, which is located near Cockelbiddy in Western Australia. I was looked after beautifully by volunteer caretakers Hugh and Michelle Crisp. Despite some wet and cold weather I was able to explore the bush around the observatory, plus the beach area where I helped Michelle and Hugh conduct a wader survey. I’ve never been to such a remote beach in my life, and despite this we picked up a ute tray full of plastics that had washed up on the beach. We also saw a New Zealand fur seal, a recently arrived Curlew sandpiper in breeding plumage, many red-capped plovers and the unusual sight of 26 banded stilts swimming in the ocean. I also saw a few new birds (for me), namely a chestnut quail thrush, a blue-breasted fairy wren and purple-gaped honeyeater. There was also a small flock of Major Mitchell cockatoos that were very entertaining and cheeky when they came to the bird baths to drink. I was surprised at how many birds that are commonly seen in Ocean Grove also thrive around the observatory, as the climate and conditions are so much drier there compared to the Bellarine.

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The New Holland honeyeaters were everywhere, as well as red wattlebirds, singing honeyeaters, grey butcherbirds, pied currawongs, silvereyes, welcome swallows and spiny-cheeked honeyeaters. At the observatory I saw the most amazing thing - a pygmy possum sitting on top of a small shrub. The possum was smaller than a mouse, and so delicate. I was advised not to drive to the ‘Head of the Bight’ observatory at the Great Australian Bight, as you have to pay to go and look at the view. I decided to go anyway as I’ve always wanted to see the ‘Bight’ up close and I’m so fortunate that I did, as about 10 metres from the viewing platform were about 10 magnificent southern right whales, including three calves. The young whales spent most of the time that I watched them jumping out of the water

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like flying fish. The whales were so close I could hear the noises that they made and watched them swim under the water as the water was crystal clear. I received an email from Kevin, who took some wonderful images of birds at Inverleigh, including a white-plumed honeyeater. He also saw a blue-billed duck, superb-fairy wrens, a brown falcon, a few cattle egrets and a grey butcherbird at Lake Lorne in Drysdale. I’ve included Kevin’s image of the white-plumed honeyeater and mine of a yellow-plumed honeyeater that I saw at Eucla, for comparison of the two species. I also have to apologise to Lee and his wife Genevieve. Lee sent me some photos which were published in the Voice and I did refer to Lee as a woman in that article. So sorry for changing your gender Lee, and know that I will not make the same mistake twice.

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Hounded by the rules Dog rules are often a topic of passionate debate in our community, and when the subject is dogs on beaches, passions invariably run even higher. Ocean Grove main beach, which is managed by Barwon Coast, has been a particular point of discussion lately. Last year the council agreed to conduct a two-year trial where dogs would be allowed on-leash on the main beach between May and November in year one (2021), and the beach would be dog-free for the entire 12 months of year two (2022). The City of Greater Geelong and Barwon Coast are conducting a survey about year one of the trial at the moment – please visit yoursay. geelongaustralia.com.au to have your say. Another project of high interest for the Ocean Grove community is the Victorian government’s Distinctive Area and Landscape declaration for the Bellarine Peninsula. The council has made a submission to the

government about the draft Statement of Planning Policy recently released for feedback. We are generally supportive of the draft statement, which is largely consistent with the Settlement Strategy we adopted last year. The Distinctive Area and Landscape process presents the opportunity to lock in permanent settlement boundaries for towns on the Bellarine. Combined with the council’s strategy of directing an increasing share of growth away from the Bellarine over the coming years, permanent settlement boundaries will provide important protection for the coastal character of our towns and the green rural breaks in between. Finally, a mention for the Geelong Small Business Festival, which is continuing until September 3 with a wide range of online events. The festival is a great way to learn new business skills, gain advice on starting or expanding a business, and network with others. All events are free or low cost – visit www. gsbf.com.au to see the full program.

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Surprise as tradie pays it forward An Ocean Grove woman was left stunned when a tradie she let go before her at the check out left a nice surprise. Lou had a trolley full of groceries at Marketplace Woolworths on Friday, August 20 and was waiting to be served. She noticed a tradie with two items and gestured for him to go first. When she went to pay for her shopping, the attendant said that the man had left a $20 bill

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saw his receipt, but it ended up costing him $25.90.” Lou said the purpose of contacting the Voice for the story was because “we all need some good news stories at this time”. “I’m getting a bit teary just thinking about it,” she said. “It completely blew me away. He simply didn’t have to do it. It left me feeling that there is still a lot of good in this world.”

Barwon Coast Update DOG CONTROLS ON THE BARWON COAST We manage 15kms of coastal reserve. Dog controls are applied to the entire area to ensure everyone can safely access the coast and our precious local wildlife and environment is protected. The controls enable everyone to walk their dog on-leash on all pathways throughout the reserve. 4.2 kms of beaches in the area allow for dogs offleash all year round and over 7.2 kms is available for seasonal access – which means dogs can be on-lead for the busier periods of the year and offlead for the remainder. For full details of the controls and how they were developed please visit barwoncoast.com.au/ dogs-beaches

DOG-FREE AREA TRIAL ON 805 METRES OF OCEAN GROVE MAIN BEACH In partnership with the City of Greater Geelong Council, we are trialling different dog controls on Ocean Grove Main Beach until the end of 2022. This two-year trial is in response to community feedback provided in 2019-2020. This feedback highlighted the need for an area of beach to be set aside as dog-free all year round. The proposed dog-free area accounts for approximately 805 metres of beach between 13W to 15W beach access stairs.

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We know that many people who own dogs count them as part of the family. It’s not just about their dogs, it’s about being out and exercising together and all the benefits that brings. We also know that some people want to enjoy a section of the beach that is dog-free. This can be due to accessibility or safety needs, fear of dogs, or the wish to undertake activities on the beach such as picnics or recreation with small children without dogs being in the same area.

area will help determine which option best suits all beach user needs. We are seeking your feedback via a survey with a focus on Year One of the trial. The survey will take about 10 minutes to complete and closes on September 26th. We will run another engagement process in Year Two of the trial. Please visit yoursay.geelongaustralia.com.au to access the survey.

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HAVE YOUR SAY We are looking for feedback from both dog walkers and non-dog walkers alike on Year One of the trial. In 2021 the trial allows dogs on a lead during the winter months. We will be engaging the community again in 2022 on Year Two of the trial which will allow for dog-free access at Ocean Grove Main Beach for the entire year.

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What might have been Luke Johnson is this month’s Bellarine Writing Competition winner. Luke won $200 for his winning entry. Entrants had to write a maximum of 750 words on the topic ‘If Only’. Born and raised in the Geelong region, Luke has worked as a physiotherapist for over 20 years. He says he is lucky to live in Ocean Grove with his wife and two daughters. Next month’s writing competition topic is ‘Lost’. Anyone over the age of 16 can enter by emailing their story to barrysproull@gmail. com by September 24.

If Only by Luke Johnson I mean, really, who wants to hear an old man’s lament? I could tell you about the girl I once saw standing by the side of the road with a pretty face and a basket full of flowers. She had a blue dress on, neat black shoes and the verve and energy, even from her side of the road, that I was always meant to grab on to. I could have stopped right then and there. If only I had, and had the courage to ask her something. I might have held her hand and felt my heart beat fast. If only the light had turned red or the wind had come in from the north and swayed me to slow down and wait. If only the clouds had come over and had me sit with the engine running by the wattle tree on the nature strip, wondering a little longer. If only her bus had been late and she’d put out her hand to hail a ride, her thumb a beacon

Luke Johnson is this month’s Bellarine Writing Competition winner. (Supplied)

and a starting line. I might have forgotten about the worries of the world I thought I carried even then and left them in the bus stop, in her basket, if we’d driven off and felt the wind rush through the windows we’d rolled down to bask in the heady first moments we shared. That wind might have borne witness to a love that shimmered even in the winter and carried all the world on its shoulders. We might have held on to each other and murmured promises and even kissed. We might have bought a farm and raised chickens and goats. And children, even. We might have gone to Morocco or Myanmar or sat and talked and watched the Seine float past like it needed us to be there. We might have admitted our faults to each other and forgiven ourselves for all of the mistakes we’d made and the thoughts we never finished. For all of the time we’d wasted just to find each other across the asphalt and diesel fumes. We might have shared what it meant to be so loved and chirped at those we watched on the streets below who would never find what we had. Who would never understand how you could be saturated and absorbed like we were. What if we had dared to look into each other’s eyes and swore we would never love less than we did right at that moment; that we’d wade through life and all it threw at us and march on to our own steady beat, never relenting and never forgetting what it meant to be next to each other from that fateful glance out of the passenger window?

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This relatively steep 20-30 minute walk can be found just out of Lorne on the Great Ocean Road. The 15 metre-high falls run down a steep cliff face into a rock pool below, which is swimmer-friendly. Park your car at Sheoak Falls carpark for the relaxed 600-metre walk to the falls, or begin your trek at Sheoak Falls Picnic Area and enjoy the 3.6-kilometre walk in the beautiful scenery. Just a bit further

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Erskine Falls A short drive in the other direction from Lorne is Erskine Falls, perhaps one of the area’s most popular waterfall walks. The waterfall itself is an impressive 30 metres high, with gorgeous lush greenery decorating the track throughout. After making the several-hundred metre walk to the falls, take in the view at the top platform. You can also challenge yourself to visit the lower viewing area via the large set of steps that will leave you out of breath.

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This is quite a simple 10 minute walk, but what it lacks in distance it makes up for in the quality of the view. A short drive out of Apollo Bay’s town centre, soaring views over the beach and town below will take your breath away. You can also walk from the town for an extended version along the beach or the Great Ocean Road, totalling about 3km before you reach the actual walk. Though the road to the walk may be slightly difficult to find, it is a great place to watch the sunset and maybe even spot some hang gliders. Marriner’s Lookout is on private land, so make sure you are respectful and close the gate behind you as requested.

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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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Songstress back for writing sesh Geelong born-and-bred singer Adalita Srsen hopes to teach local musos how to “tap into their dreams” and everyday life to write songs. “Something as mundane as going down the street and grabbing a sandwich can be transformed into a song, and elevated into this artistic piece,” she said. “There are plenty of other techniques, but they’re a bit fiddly to go into.” Known simply as Adalita onstage, the frontwoman of locally-formed band Magic Dirt hopes to lead a songwriting session in Geelong on October 14. The workshop is part of Creative Victoria’s The Regional Sessions series.

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- Adalita Srsen “It will fun to meet songwriters at different levels of experience,” Adalita said. “I find, doing mentoring sessions like this, I always take something away. As much as they’re learning from me, I’m learning from them. “People can talk about their ideas and techniques, if they’ve got some, which is a great way to share and build skills. “Mostly, it’s just going to be great fun. The pandemic and lockdowns have really splintered people – so it will be nice to get together and share music and songs.” Adalita was also thrilled to return to her former hometown. “I still don’t feel like a city person even though I’ve been in Melbourne since ’97,” she

said. “I know Geelong very well and it’s a part of me.” She lived in central Geelong, Torquay, Barwon Heads and elsewhere around the coast before moving to the big smoke. Her band, Magic Dirt, formed in the ”gorgeous little seaside hamlet” of Breamlea, she remembered. “Then we progressed from our bedrooms to the Barwon Club – the punk rock cradle of Geelong,” she said. The Regional Sessions are a spin-off of the Melbourne Sessions, which took place in 2018 and 2019 with support from state government. The full-day program is tailored to each local area, featuring a keynote speaker, a songwriter panel and small-group workshops. The program will culminate with a curated performance and post-event networking at a nearby venue. Adalita is the keynote presenter for the Geelong event, at Platform Arts, which also features the talents of Alex Lahey, Craig Pilkington, Emma Donovan and N’fa Jones. “It’s going to be a great opportunity for songwriters to connect and experience new ideas and share in the creative process,” Adalita said. State government is supporting The Regional Sessions through its $5 million regional and outer suburban live music initiative aimed at bringing sound back to local stages and helping the industry recover. Details: apraamcos.com.au/about/ supporting-the-industr y/programs/theregional-sessions Luke Voogt Geelong born-and-bred singer songwriter Adalita Srsen.

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Released here in January 2021, the MX-30 is the latest model in the continually expanding Mazda SUV range. The name is a bit confusing given that previous cars with the MX prefix have been sporty coupes or convertibles, most notably the iconic MX-5. In this case it stands for Mazda’s new Skyactiv-X M Hybrid technology with the M indicating that it is a mild hybrid or MHEV. It joins the Mazda3 hatch and CX-30 SUV in offering the MHEV option. In April this year the MX-30 MHEV was joined by the MX-30 EV, the first ever pure electric vehicle from Mazda. Only 100 units have been allocated with delivery expected soon. Three variants of the MX-30 MHEV are offered: Evolve, Touring and Astina with prices ranging from $33,990 for the entry-level Evolve through to $40,990 for the top-of-range Astina. Styling The first thing you notice about the MX-30 is its narrow grille, a big change from the large Mazda-family grille that’s been a feature across the Mazda range for some time. More of a grin than a guffaw this time. The profile follows similar lines to the CX-30 but with a slightly more coupe-like dip towards the rear. The most dramatic feature by far is the reverse-hinged rear doors. Called ‘freestyle’ by Mazda, but more colloquially ‘suicide doors’ by their critics, they were last seen here in the Mazda RX-8 sports car. The rear doors can only be opened when the front ones are open to provide a large single opening. However, we didn’t find any practical benefit from the format with access to the rear

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Ocean Grove juniors growing in confidence UNDER-13 Division 1 – OG Walter 11.7(73) def St Mary’s Rodgers 1.3(9) Darcy Harrington showed his skill in switching his kicks up to his teammates. Ned Badrock showed great marking in the backline, while Jackson de Jong’s leading out in the forward line resulted in fantastic goals all day. Awards: Darcy Harrington, Tom Teague, Alex Morgan, Lucian Joyce, Will Anderson, Jack Thomson. Division 3 – OG Pearson 2.3(15) def by Torquay Stone 8.4(52) Division 6 – OG Dean 1.0(6) def by Lara Wilson 12.13(85) We knew it would be a tough final assignment as the Lara crew are a team of big, high marking players who controlled the air for the first two quarters and opened up a big half-time lead. After the main break the Cobra boys evened up the contest with some intent at the ball and strong tackling. Again, there is plenty to like about this terrific Dean team who have grown in confidence and ability. Awards: Reeve Cruikshank, Mason McKnight, Billy Rodgers, Flynn Searle, Will Wallace, Henry Belsar. OG Every 5.2(32) def South Barwon Thompson 1.0(6) Ocean Grove Every went out with a bang, notching up a solid win. It’s been great to see their teamwork and development each week throughout the season. Awards: Brad Bennett, Oliver Bentley, Baxter Greenfield, Lachlan Holmes, Troy Stibbard, Arthur White.

UNDER-11 OG Moroney 1.4(10) def by OG McManus 6.7(43) OG Hateley 5.6(36) def by Torquay Ashley 13.9(87) OG Farrell 4.4(28) def by St Joseph’s Leaping 12.7(79) OG McManus 6.7(43) def OG Moroney 1.4(10) UNDER-10 OG Cordy 2.1(13) def by Newtown & Chilwell Higgins 5.14(45) – The first quarter was our most dominant on the scoreboard with late goals to Leonard Makowski and Finlay Macrae. During the second, Braxton Burgoyne was a solid last man in defence and Tyler Tucker was strong in the centre. The backline was solid in the last. Best: Braxton Burgoyne, Baxter Hodgson, Finlay Macrae, Leonard Makowski, Tyler Tucker and Braxton Weber. OG Jones 10.6(66) def St Joseph’s Flying 1.3(9) – We travelled into St Joey’s for our last game and, after an even first quarter, our boys stepped up. The courage these players have shown week after week putting their head over the ball, flying for marks or running to outnumber at a disputed contest has been awesome to watch. They have improved greatly and we saw their best as they put together some brilliant football. Awards: Louis Belair-LeBel, Max Miners, Jabez Bellingham, Connor Parry, Finn Briggs, Chad Cook, Lachy Page. OG O’Keefe 5.7(37) def St Mary’s Davie

4.2(26) – The boys were so excited to have the opportunity to finish their season off the right way. It was exciting to see all their smiles, teamwork and determination right up until the final siren and even better to end with a win. It has been brilliant to see them improve and grow with confidence. Awards: Harry Gibson, Harrison Skinner, Billy Bianco, Kash Singh, Ezra Harvey, Nicholas Wright, Kieran Houlston. UNDER-9 OG Durran 2.2(14) def by Inverleigh Hawks 4.4(28) – OG Durran took on Inverleigh in a high-pressure game to finish off the season. Inverleigh was bigger than us but a strong wind helped us take a two-goal lead early. Harry Stubbs was on fire, with second and third efforts leading to a great goal. Olli Perkins’ chasing and tackling made it hard for Inverleigh to score and Jude Beckworth hit up targets coming out of defence. Harry Dooling found plenty of the ball in the midfield in the third but we couldn’t capitalise, taking a one-point lead into the final term. The coaches asked for a big effort and the boys didn’t disappoint but we couldn’t hold off Inverleigh. OG Allan 5.8(38) def by Newtown & Chilwell Kelly 7.4(46) – Allan fell short for their final game but all walked off smiling at the end of the season. The whole team played well, with goals from Leroy, Patrick and Jethro, but too many missed goals cost them the win. Awards: Jack Radley, Max Frazer, Mason Kent, Oliver Mullen, Xavier Paulka, Tim Pritchard, Fynn

Rodgers, Liam Warren and Rafe Williams. OG Norquay 7.4(46) def South Barwon Knuckey 2.4(16) – The Cobra kids were grateful to get one last game in for the season and took on the spirited South Barwon team. The final game of the year saw Norquay produce its best team game so far, with chains of handballs, strong (and fair) tackles and great team play. OG Stow 4.1(25) def by Surf Coast Suns Gold 10.13(73) – A huge congratulations to Team Stow players, who have improved so much over the season. They have turned up each week with lots of energy and enthusiasm and have enjoyed playing footy with their mates. Highlights for the week included a great goal from Kami Wiseman and three goals from Bas Gee. OG Taylor 8.17(65) def Aireys Inlet 1.0(6) – The boys were pumped to get back out there for their final game. They had a great start with the ball kept down our forward end most of the game but didn’t convert opportunities, scoring 17 points for the game. Speedy Kodi was a real team player in the forward line, helping Angus get right into the game and Ollie Williams kicked his two goals. Awards: Angus Hanson, Chance Cruickshank, Kodi Young, Denham Hansford, Liam Dean, Kai Hamilton. OG Dalton 7.9(51) def Newtown & Chilwell McMahon 6.3(39)

Team of the year revealed Torquay’s Jessica Standfield won the A Grade best and fairest with 12 votes while Barwon Heads’ Maddie Okley won B Grade with 23 votes. Ocean Grove’s Gemma Bell polled 21 votes to win the C Grade award, Drysdale’s Phoebe Stephen was crowned the D Grade winner and Ocean Grove’s Terri-Anne Finch and Torquay’s Cassie Altimari shared the E Grade medal. Three Ocean Grove players were selected in the team of the year. Kelsey Ollis was named in defence and Madeleine White and Rebecca O’Neill as goalers. Maddison Connally from Drysdale was the rookie of the year. TEAM OF THE YEAR Defenders: Bridget Aughton (Torquay), Kelsey Ollis (Ocean Grove), Jessican Standfield (Torquay) Mid-court: Ashlea Salter (Geelong Amateur), Tillie Avery (Barwon Heads), Madeline Martin (Torquay), Mia Fallon (Geelong Amateur) Goalers: Ruby Watson (Geelong Amateur), Rebecca O’Neill (Ocean Grove), Madeleine White (Ocean Grove) Coach: Riley Richardson (Geelong Amateur)

Ocean Grove had a successful week one of finals before the competition was suspended due to another lockdown in regional Victoria. The highlight was the Grubbers’ A Grade victory over Modewarre. FINALS WEEK 1 A Grade elimination final: Ocean Grove 48 def Modewarre 32. Best: Jessica Griffin, Emily Moroney, Madeleine White. B Grade qualifying final: Ocean Grove 37 def Barwon Heads 31. Best: Meg Badrock, Shelby Hackett, Jesse Sutton. D Grade qualifying final: Ocean Grove 24 def Torquay 22. Best: Tarryn Stanley, Tina Birch, Paula Birch. E Grade elimination final: Ocean Grove 17 def by Geelong Amateur 26. Best: Lara Barnes, Tanna Murrells, Terri-Anne Finch. 18 OCEAN GROVE VOICE Friday, 27 August, 2021

1/ Emily Moroney waits for the ball from Madeleine White while Rebecca O’Neill is on standby. 2/ Madeleine White shoots for goal. 3/ Jess Rankin in full flight. 4/ Jess Rankin in action. 5/ Danni Hoiles takes possession during Ocean Grove’s elimination final win against Modewarre. 6/ Danni Hoiles surveys the court for options. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 247449 19/U elimination final: Ocean Grove 32 def Newcomb 31. Best: Jordan Coad. 17/U Section 1 elimination final: Ocean

Grove 20 def by Portarlington 26. 17/U Section 2 qualifying final: Ocean Grove 27 def Torquay 24. Best: Emily Quinten.

15/U Section 1 qualifying final: Ocean Grove 21 def by Barwon Heads 25. Best: Emily Quinten, Madeleine Stubs.

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Darke notches up third B&F win Star Torquay midfielder James Darke won his third Ash Medal on Monday night for the best and fairest player in the Bellarine Football League. Darke polled 20 votes, three ahead of Barwon Heads spearhead Nathan Brown. Modewarre’s Jeremy Ollis finished third with 16 votes. Modewarre’s Troy Anderson polled 14 votes to win the Don Cole Medal for best and fairest in the reserves, three votes clear

of teammate Leigh Anderson and Drysdale’s Peter Kilpatrick. Ocean Grove’s Mitch Taylor won the Rookie of the Year award after a fine season with the Grubbers. Lucas Anderson won the senior goalkicking award with 56 while Ocean Grove’s Corey Connor took the reserves award with 27. Torquay dominated the senior football team of the year with seven players making the final squad.

F: James Breust (Drysdale), Lucas Anderson (Torquay), Nathan Brown (Barwon Heads) Foll: Kobe Annand (Ocean Grove), Brenton Rees (Newcomb, captain), Che Durran (Queenscliff) Inter: Ashley Caldwell (Anglesea), Tom Hornsey (Modewarre), James Paterson (Ocean Grove), Cam Marchbank (Ocean Grove), Darcy Schilder (Modewarre) Coach: Dom Gleeson (Torquay)

TEAM OF THE YEAR B: Adam Boshevski (Modewarre), Ben McNamara (Torquay), Will Jacobs (Barwon Heads) HB: Lauchlan Dalgleish (Drysdale), Dale Carson (Anglesea), Sam Wormald (Torquay) C: Brad Surkitt (Geelong Amateur), James Darke (Torquay), Cam O’Leary (Barwon Heads) HF: Callum Currie (Drysdale), Paul McMahon (Torquay), Dale Kerr (Anglesea)

First-term blitz set up elimination final win Ocean Grove’s seven-goal opening quarter blitz dumped a shell-shocked Anglesea out of the Bellarine Football League premiership race in the elimination final at Portarlington on August 15. The 44-point win set up a mouth-watering Battle of the Bridge first-semi final showdown with Barwon Heads, although whether it takes place is another matter with yet another lockdown calling a halt to the season. Final scores, Ocean Grove 15.14(104) to Anglesea 8.12(60) on a windy day. It was the Logan Taylor show in the first term as the crafty young forward booted four goals to give the Grubbers a 41-point lead at the break. “He has been threatening to do this all season,” Ocean Grove coach Pete Davey said. “Logan is a quality player who gets himself into scoring positions every week. 2

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- Pete Davey “If he’d been able to convert a little better, he would almost be leading our goal kicking as he’s getting at least four opportunities every week, but just not quite finishing off his hard work.” The deficit proved too much for the Seas and they were never in the hunt due to Ocean Grove’s fierce tackling and manic pressure. A further three goals to one in the second quarter sent Ocean Grove to the sheds with a 53-point lead and belief that they had broken Anglesea’s spirit. “We spoke at half time about not being satisfied and regardless of the score, we wanted to keep pressing and playing our brand of footy,” Davey said. “The game was set up in the first quarter but, for me, the game was won in the second through our defensive efforts and ability to counter-attack into the wind.” Anglesea outscored the Grubbers in the second half, but by then Grove had the game won and was in preservation mode in anticipation of a semi-final match up with its arch rivals. “Anglesea are a dangerous team and we were always conscious that they have the ability to score heavily, quickly,” Davey said. “To our credit though, the pressure we applied at the contest just didn’t allow them to find any kind of momentum.” It was a complete performance from the young Grubbers with their defence proving miserly while also providing run out of the defensive 50. “Our backline is extremely settled and they all know their strengths and weaknesses and play to those accordingly,” Davey said. “Over the final month of the season our defensive numbers were in the top three in the league so we were confident it would stand up once finals came around – particularly after passing the Drysdale test (in the final home and away game).” Ocean Grove’s ability to score was also

1/ Josh Gummer leaps high over Blake Grant. 2/ Jake Ward was one of Ocean Grove’s best. 3/ Josh Gummer takes a strong mark. 4/ Harley Pearce in the thick of the action. 5/ Fletcher Keck was busy all afternoon. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 247448 impressive. “To kick 100 points in a final is extraordinary,” Davey said. “Until Sunday, we’d only achieved it three times this year – once against Barwon Heads in the shootout in round 5 and twice against Portarlington. Kicking 15 goals in an elimination game certainly wasn’t something I saw coming.” For Grove, Taylor was best afield while Joe

McDonald was in everything and Fletcher Keck again busy. Modewarre defeated Barwon Heads for the third time this season and booked a date with Torquay in the second semi-final. Modda booted the first three goals of the game, but the Seagulls responded with the next three and it looked like another close result was pending. The Warriors won both regular season games by less than a goal.

But a four-goal to none third term saw Modewarre home by 30 points, 11.16(82) to 7.10(52). Tom Hornsey booted four goals in a best afield performance for the winners while Mitch Phelps also snagged four for Barwon Heads, which earned the double chance to take on the Grubbers in a cut-throat first semi-final. Justin Flynn Friday, 27 August, 2021 OCEAN GROVE VOICE 19

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