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A group of determined Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads women have joined forces to surf every day in September for a charity that looks after families in remote surfing locations around the world. ■ For the full story, see page 5.

Bite back on ‘red tape’ By Justin Flynn The City of Greater Geelong has warned that mosquito control on the Bellarine could be less effective this year due to government red tape restricting its ability to conduct ground and aerial treatments on wetlands. The City’s mosquito management program has begun, with a focus on ground control programs around townships as it seeks a 10-year permit to continue its aerial and ground treatments in Ramsar-listed wetlands. A permit from the Commonwealth government is required under the Environment Protection Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 to conduct the treatments on wetlands that are designated to be of international importance

under the Ramsar convention. Lake Connewarre and Swan Bay are Ramsar-listed wetlands. The City has submitted a detailed application seeking approval to conduct treatments in Ramsar-listed wetlands at Port Phillip Bay and the Bellarine Peninsula, Director of City Services Guy Wilson-Browne said. “Treatments on these wetlands can only start when the Commonwealth government grants approval and we are continuing to work through this rigorous process,” Mr Wilson-Browne said. “It is regrettable that we are unlikely to be permitted to conduct aerial and ground treatments on these wetlands this year and we acknowledge that mosquito treatment overall

will be less effective than in previous years.” Mr Wilson-Browne said the City was doing everything it could within the legislative requirements to minimise pest and public health risks from mosquitoes. “The permits required in our municipality are more stringent than in other parts of Australia because our wetlands are so precious,” Mr Wilson-Browne said. “These are environmentally-significant, internationally-protected wetlands so it’s imperative that we receive the relevant approvals and get the process right.” Greater Geelong is the only municipality in Victoria to conduct aerial treatments of mosquitos. The program involves the application of pellets and does not include spraying.

Mosquito management officers are continuing ground treatments across the region outside of the Ramsar-listed wetlands. The program only uses products that are approved by the Australia Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) for mosquito control around populated areas, and include Bacillus Thuringiensis Israelensis (Bti) and s-Methoprene, the City said. “We follow stringent safety precautions, we don’t use broad based pesticides, and we only use products approved for use in Australia,” Mr Wilson-Browne said. Officers have completed ground larvicide monitoring at more than 50 sites across the region since July 2021 including Connewarre, Point Lonsdale, St Leonards and Wallington.

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Angela Biviano is hoping the ‘Scrays’ get up, but Helen Gaffney will be dee-lighted if Melbourne wins.

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Dog-gone dee-light for grand final By Luke Voogt For the second year in a row, Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula residents will be forced to watch the AFL grand final in lockdown. Last year we saw Richmond come from behind to defeat Geelong, but this year two new teams will face off in the season decider. Melbourne, which last won a premiership in 1964, and the Western Bulldogs square off in Perth with the game starting at 7.15pm tomorrow. While last year’s grand final had more local fans following both teams, Demons and

Bulldogs supporters are still well represented. Ocean Grover Helen Gaffney was just one-year-old and living in London when the Melbourne Demons last won a premiership. “I was born in 1963 and they won in ’64,” she said. “We came over here from England when I was three and my parents got attached to Aussie Rules football.” Growing up in Glen Waverley, Helen chose the Dees to be different to her mum, dad and three brothers, who supported either Richmond or Collingwood. “I loved going to the football and we would

catch the bus to Waverley Park,” she said. “When I was 15, I was allowed to get on the train [to the MCG], so I joined the cheer squad. “It’s good if you go to the football by yourself – you know you’ve got a bunch of people waiting there to welcome you in, and my parents knew that I was safe,” she said. “I used to go to training every Tuesday and Thursday night and make the run-throughs – they call them banners now.” “I’ve met Ron Barrasi, Neale Danaher, Jim Stynes – I’ve met them all going to after parties and other events.”

Grovedale’s Angela Biviano waited 18 years to watch her beloved “Doggies” win the 2016 premiership. “It was beyond loud,” she said. “The stands were like… moving – it was awesome.” The Western Bulldogs broke a 62-year premiership drought that day, so Angela empathises with Demons fans facing their own 57-year drought. “I feel for them and if they were playing anybody else I would be barracking for them, but I’ve got to support my boys,” she said. “I’m happy for us to spoil the party.”

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Queenscliff leads race to reopen By Luke Voogt Queenscliff has become the first Australian local government area (LGA) to reach the Commonwealth’s second reopening target of 80 per cent, according to federal health data. As of Sunday a nation-leading 80.1 per cent of eligible residents in the Borough of Queenscliffe, which has a median age of 59, were fully-vaccinated against COVID-19. The municipality was one of four in Australia to reach more than 95 per cent first doses, according to health data released on Monday evening. Under a federal government plan, released

in July, 80 per cent is the threshold for lockdowns to “end almost entirely” with only “highly-targeted” lockdowns of vulnerable communities. Under Victoria’s reopening roadmap, released last Sunday and based on the national plan, residents will be able to have home visitors and resume community sport at 80 per cent. The state’s roadmap also includes significantly increased patron limits for venues and ceremonies when Victoria hits the target, expected to occur on November 5. Geelong, which went back into lockdown along with the Surf Coast this week, reached

81.2 per cent of people aged 15 and over to have received their first dose. When all of Victoria reaches 80 per cent first doses, expected this Sunday, this will trigger the first step of state government’s roadmap. Under the step restrictions would remain similar for the majority of regional Victoria, with Geelong and the Surf Coast returning to restrictions similar to those prior to the most recent lockdown. The percentage of fully-vaccinated residents in greater Geelong, which has median age of 40, increased slightly from 50.2 to 53 in the week to last Sunday.

Noah’s indeed a friend in need Noah Brooks is known as The Errand Boy after making somewhat of a name for himself in Ocean Grove during the pandemic. The 12-year-old Our Lady Star of the Sea Primary School student spoke to his mum Shannon about what he could do even in the midst of a pandemic in December last year. “She said I needed to find a solution to a problem people had,” Noah said. “She suggested the washing, but I wasn’t keen. Then she said she had an errand I could run. “That seemed like a good idea as I figured there were probably lots of people who I could help doing this. So that’s where it started.” Noah, as the title suggests, runs errands on his bike for busy people and recently has been offering his services for free, or whatever people can afford, if they are doing it tough and cannot afford it. Services include dog walking, gardening, weeding, grabbing things from the shop, post office runs, feeding/looking after animals and bringing bins in. “I wanted to help the community I live in,” he said. “I love my town. I know I’m pretty lucky and others aren’t as much.” Noah’s enterprise gained traction quickly when it began. “I got a few regulars and then one day one of my Facebook posts blew up,” he said. “That got me a lot more attention. I was on the radio and in the paper. I’ve even had to get some mates to help at times when it’s gotten too busy.” Even though his mates were jealous for a while because they didn’t think of the idea first, they were super supportive. “They were still cool and supported me - I have great mates,” Noah said. Noah is also an aspiring cricketer, having progressed to the third round of the Under 12 Victorian cricket trials. Justin Flynn

The Surf Coast Shire had the second-highest percentage of first and second doses of all Victorian LGAs on 90.8 and 63.1 per cent respectively. Based on current rates, the shire, which has a median age of 42, should reach the 70 per cent fully-vaccinated target within the next fortnight. When the entire state reaches that mark, expected on October 26, public gatherings can increase to 20 people in regional Victoria. This stage of the roadmap also includes patron limit increases for venues and ceremonies for regional Victoria, but smaller than those planned for 80 per cent.

Trio of clubs have a gift for fundraising Ocean Grove Rotary, Kardinia Rotary and Geelong West Rotary have been recognised as ShelterBox Bronze Champions. They join over 70 Rotary Clubs nationwide that have been recognised for their fundraising efforts over the last three years. “In a year where many club’s fundraising efforts were hampered because of the coronavirus pandemic and ongoing lockdowns, the 2021 ShelterBox Champion Award winners are truly deserving of their awards,” CEO of ShelterBox Australia Mike Greenslade said. The ShelterBox Champion Awards are an annual event that showcases the dedication and commitment of Rotary Clubs in helping families who have lost their homes to disaster and conflict. This year’s ceremony will take place on October 5 th via a national video conference where all Rotary Clubs can share the moment together. “We are inspired by the ongoing support from our Rotary Champions and their desire to provide shelter and hope to families affected by disaster around the world,” Mr Greenslade said. “Together they have raised a staggering $440,000 over the last three years, and for that we are profoundly grateful.”

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Safety works full-steam ahead Major works to upgrade Barwon Heads Road will begin next month. Over the next month, crews will continue road widening, boundary fencing, utility relocations and site establishment works, paving the way for major construction to begin in October. The project will be delivered concurrently through a trio of construction partners, providing opportunities across the construction industry and creating around 500 local jobs and about 1400 indirect jobs. Decmil, BMD Constructions and BildGroup will build the project, in partnership with Major Road Projects Victoria. The Barwon Heads Road Upgrade will add new lanes for approximately 4km

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between Settlement Road and Reserve Road, remove the level crossing at Marshall, and upgrade intersections at Settlement Road and Breakwater Road.

New traffic signals will also be constructed at Crows Road, Barwarre Road, Marshalltown Road and Reserve Road. As part of the upgrade, on-road cycling lanes and an off-road shared use pedestrian and cycling path will also be built, improving safety for vulnerable road users and allowing better connections to the Waurn Ponds Trail, the South Barwon Reserve, Belmont Common and the Barwon River Precinct. A new bridge over the MelbourneWarrnambool rail line removes the level crossing at Marshall. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Barnaby Joyce said the upgrade

would improve traffic flow and reduce congestion on the road, which is a crucial arterial link between Geelong, the Bellarine and the growing Armstrong Creek residential precinct. “By boosting capacity and removing a key traffic bottleneck, this upgrade will ensure the thousands of people who rely on Barwon Heads Road every day get to where they need to go sooner and safer,” he said. Victorian Minister for Transport Infrastructure Jacinta Allan said the upgrade would provide better connections to active and public transport modes and ensure Barwon Heads Road could cater for the up to 44,000 daily journeys expected on the road by 2031.

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Some of the members of ChixSurf13th, which is surfing every day in Septmber for charity.

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Friends on board all month for cause A group of Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads women have accepted the challenge of getting out onto the water with their surfboard every day this month for charity. The group of up to 15 women, called ChixSurf13th, has raised around $7000 so far for Surfaid’s September challenge. The aim is to raise money for clean water, sanitation, food security and basic healthcare for families in remote international surfing locations. “Originally the target was for four grand ($4000), but now we are hoping to get 10 grand as a team,” team member Emily Gardner said. “As a team, at least someone goes into the water every day.

“We have 15 in the team and eight or nine have been out every single day and we have surprised ourselves.” Surfaid has so far raised more than $500,000 for the cause and ChixSurf13th is sitting in ninth place on the teams leaderboard. Despite the importance of helping remote surfing communities, Emily said the women had benefited enormously. “I’ve gone from a really fussy surfer to making the most of the conditions you have,” she said. “It takes it back to basics where you have fun and you’re not snobby about the conditions out there. There are a lot of side benefits to getting out into the water. “All of us are mostly mums as well. It’s a

good break for us to get out there and not be screaming at our kids.” However, Emily said September hasn’t been a good month for surf conditions. “I reckon there’s probably only been about three days that have been good,” she said. “But that hasn’t deterred some of us from getting out there every day.” There is still time to donate to ChixSurf13th’s quest to rise up the leaderboard. Go to makeawave.com.au/t/chixsurf13thteam and head to 13thbeachboardriders.com/womens to find out more about getting involved in women’s surfing.

Barwon Coast is calling for tenders to operate a summer entertainment space in Barwon Heads. Previously the space, at Lahey Square, has hosted the Wonderland Spiegeltent and a carnival that has proved popular for locals and tourists during the holiday period. Wonderland Spiegeltent’s tender has expired, but Barwon Coast said it can reapply for the tender. Barwon Coast CEO Gary McPike said that an expression of interest (EOI) process is now open to entertainment providers. “We are looking for tenders from businesses who wish to provide entertainment to the local community and visitors for the summer holiday period at Lahey Square in Barwon Heads,” he said. “An entertainment permit would allow for an entertainment provider to set up for the summer period in Lahey Square in Barwon Heads. This is a terrific spot right on the river in the heart of all the summer action for locals and visitors. “We are open to a diverse array of options for entertainment. The evaluation criteria for the EOI will place a high value on providers who can supply quality entertainment to a broad demographic. It is also important that the service can be provided with minimal impacts on the amenity of the site.” The EOI process is an open public tender conducted through Barwon Coast’s Tenderlink Portal tenderlink. com/barwoncoast. Tender responses will be accepted until 2pm on Thursday September 30.

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Kidnapped cockatoo Jacko has returned home safely to a Drysdale hardware store following a widespread public appeal for information on the beloved bird. “He’s been found,” Drysdale Home Timber and Hardware manager Ben Garvey confirmed on Monday afternoon. Store employee Brett Christie was on COVID marshal duty when a lone woman pulled up. “I was on the gate checking people and a lady pulls up in a car and says she’s got Jacko in a box in the backseat,” Mr Christie said. “She said she got him off the guy that [took] him. She said she [and the man were] very sorry. “She didn’t want to name [the man]. A lot of people were very upset about it, so it was good of her to bring him back as soon as she could.” Jacko seemed “a little quiet and scared” after the ordeal, according to Mr Christie. “I was just happy to get him out of the container and make sure that he was OK.” The store was “ecstatic” to have the beloved bird back, Mr Garvey said. Jacko’s return comes after police released an image from CCTV footage of a man taking the cockatoo at 9.16pm on Saturday. “We just want to thank everyone, all the news outlets and everyone on social media that shared it, and the Bellarine public,” Mr Garvey said. “We just can’t thank people enough.” While disappointed by the kidnapping, Mr Garvey was “grateful the man found it in his heart to return Jacko”. “It looks like he hasn’t been harmed, which is wonderful and shows he at least has some dignity toward animals,” he said. “Thank god that the person that took him didn’t harm him, it’s a great result.”

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Jacko – a charmer, ladies’ man and part-time concierge according to Mr Garvey – enjoyed some well-deserved peanuts after his return to the store. “Even more people know the bloody bird now – he’s already so well-known on the Bellarine – he’ll be famous.”

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September 16 was Plover Appreciation Day! This special day is aimed at raising awareness of the plight of ground-nesting plovers around the world. Many plover species around the world are highly threatened, largely due to their habitats being some of the most popular for human recreation, e.g. the beach, shores of lakes and wetlands, or even open grasslands.

The local coast has been extremely fortunate to have a dedicated and inspirational guardian for the past 38 years. Warren Chapman, Barwon Coast’s Natural Resource Planning Manager is well known to many locals and organisations who work with us to care for the coast.

This habitat dependence, together with highly camouflaged nests and cryptic behaviours, means that humans can have major impacts on the survival of eggs and chicks - without even knowing it! The key to coexistence between people and plovers is awareness, understanding and, sharing space with them. The threatened Hooded Plover species is now breeding on our local beaches. Look out for our signs and social media posts alerting you to nests and chicks. #PAD2021

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HAVE YOUR SAY - DOG FREE TRIAL We are conducting a trial of dog controls at Ocean Grove Main Beach. This includes a period where the beach will be dog-free. We are keen to hear community opinions and experiencesof this trial. An online survey is open until September 26. Visit yoursay.geelongaustralia.com.au to access the survey.

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Warren is leaving Barwon Coast for a well-earned retirement. Warren’s exceptional knowledge of the local environment, passion for conservation and caring and polite manner will be missed by all of us. We look forward to celebrating his many years of hard work on the coast once COVID restrictions allow.

CARAVAN PARKS OPEN TO REGIONAL VICTORIANS Like many local businesses, our caravan park teams are now very used to opening and closing based on COVID-19 restrictions. The Riverview Family Caravan Park and the Barwon Heads Caravan Park are now open to Regional Victorians (with some exceptions). Guests are strictly required to adhere to all COVID restrictions whilst in the parks. We are checking identification of all arrivals to ensure primary residences are not in restricted travel areas.

WILDLIFE ON BEACHES SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT AT BARWON HEADS Great summer entertainment on the Barwon Heads foreshore is a well-loved tradition. For many years a carnival delighted local families and visitors alike and in recent times the travelling Wonderland Spiegeltent has brought sophisticated and hilarious performances to the coast. We are keen to keep this entertainment tradition continuing for this coming summer. An expression of interest (EOI) process is now open to entertainment providers until 30th September tenderlink.com/barwoncoast

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The store plans to upgrade security to make sure Jacko is never plucked from his home again. “It’s been 13 years and nothing’s ever happened, but it only takes one time,” Mr Garvey said. “Something will be happening to make sure he’s well looked after at night.”

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As the warmer spring weather hits our coast many of our local wildlife species are coming out. Be on the lookout in the sand dunes (from pathways – don’t enter the dunes!) for reptiles awake and foraging, echidnas looking after their young puggles and all manner of birds nesting in the trees. On the sand, seals are hauling up for rest and Hooded Plovers are breeding. Enjoy this amazing natural display and #ShareOurShores by giving these animals space and keeping dogs on a leash or close to you. #ShareOurShores

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Beard goes to honour lost mate By Justin Flynn When Danny McGill’s best mate passed away from mental health issues, he knew he had to do something positive. Lucas Niven died in 2017 and Ocean Grove local Danny decided to part ways with his beard that was five years in the making. According to the Black Dog Institute, 1 in 5 of us are expected to experience symptoms of mental illness in any given year. In Australia that’s around 5 million people. And roughly 60% of these people won’t seek help. Danny has already raised more than $12,500

by pledging to shave his ‘mug rug’ after initially setting out to raise $2500. “By shaving my beard I’m creating a conversation between people,” he said. “Reminding friends and family to check in on each other as, at some stage we’re all going to experience a tough time and it’s so important that we have a support network when we do. “From my own experience I know that there is nothing worse than losing a friend and if I can play a small part in helping others to avoid this pain, I’m keen to do something.” Danny will be live streaming the shaving of his beard to raise awareness for mental health,

with the hope of helping to create a mentally healthier world for everyone. All funds will be donated to The Black Dog Institute. Danny will perform the big shave today (September 24) at 5.30pm and it will be live streamed at instagram.com/ dannymcgill/?hl=en Donations are tax deductable and can be made at facebook.com/donate/1410219048526 85/4258252907589971/ Danny McGill is shaving his beard off for his mate Lucas Niven. (Supplied)

Spotted speading cheer Molly and Spotty the dalmatians have been spreading some cheer during lockdowns by doing what owner Michelle Floyd Smith describes as “the walk of shame”. Michelle and husband Simon run Dalmatian Driving School in Ocean Grove and the spotted canines are well-known mascots around the area. Michelle has been dressing Molly and Spotty in different outfits and taking them on a walk so that locals can say hello and have a pat. Outfits have included being dressed as sharks, ladybugs, daisies and wearing bow ties. One visit in particular brightened up 81-year-old Alice’s day. “She was so down and her neighbour was really worried about her,” Michelle said. “She grew up with dalmatians so it was so nice to see the smile on her face, it made her day.” Michelle said she came up with the idea of dressing her pooches up to do “the walk of

shame” and it snowballed from there. “I had this brilliant idea because people on Facebook in the area were saying they were depressed and sad,” she said. “I thought I’d try and do something to put some smiles on people’s faces and it will get me out walking.” Michelle and Simon are still mourning their other dalmatian Snowy, who passed away five weeks ago. Michelle’s dogs are involved in pet education programs and are mini celebrities. “She (Snowy) had been going to all the schools and kinders - she was so empathetic and intuitive,” Michelle said. Meanwhile Molly and Spotty will continue to dress up and entertain when they can. “They’re used to it,” Michelle said. “If it involves pats from kids, they are happy to do whatever.” Justin Flynn

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What’s your why? With Greater Geelong locked down yet again, the reasons for getting the COVID-19 jab continue to stack up. The health benefits obviously top the list, with vaccinations reducing a person’s risk of getting and spreading the virus. We can’t forget the improved mental health that results from fewer outbreaks, lockdowns and travel restrictions, as more people are protected. And with the Victorian government’s roadmap for the state, increased freedoms for the fully vaccinated truly sweeten the deal. I was a willing participant in the City’s campaign with Barwon Health to encourage community members to think about why they should make plans to be vaccinated. I’ve had my double dose of AstraZeneca because it’s not only good for me, it’s best for the whole community. I believe that while we live in a community, we have communal responsibility. Communities have come together during bushfires, flooding, wars and recessions. A global pandemic is yet another example of people needing to do the right thing and, in this case, it’s rolling up our sleeves. Last chance The Bellarine Ward councillors have covered the dog controls engagement for Ocean Grove here before and so I’ll alert you to the fact that it’s wrapping up shortly. The consultation covers year one of the trial that saw leashed dogs allowed on the main

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beach during winter. We need to find a solution for this beloved beach and that involves getting a whole spectrum of views. There are people who find walking their dog on the beach vital to their health and equally there are those who are uncomfortable with canine company, and there is also precious wildlife to consider. If you haven’t gotten around to having your say, make sure to do so at yoursay. geelongaustralia.com.au before 5pm Sunday 26 September.

Progress on a job well done The much needed Barwon Heads Road upgrade will improve the traffic flow and deliver a safer and more reliable journey. Congratulations are extended to all collaborating levels of government and construction partners in designing and developing this vital project. The heritage building, McAteer bluestone cottage, has now been taken down and the slates, bricks and bluestones have been carefully stored on pallets. Marshall Bluestone Cottage Community Group are looking forward to the promised works by Major Road Projects Victoria and City of Greater Geelong to promptly find a new home where this significant building can be rebuilt and become a public asset. The improved roads and connection to shared use paths and cycle lanes will place ’Marshall Town History House’ in a highly visible position at JF Field Reserve, a wonderful result for community. Virginia Johnson MBCCG President

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Geelong Wart Clinic still growing By Elle Cecil

The Geelong Wart Clinic has been nominated for 2021’s Geelong Business Excellence Awards. (Supplied)

Starting a new business during a global pandemic is almost as difficult as it sounds. Dean Cronkwright, podiatrist and director of the Geelong Wart Clinic, has discovered this firsthand following the opening of the business in January 2020. Operating out of Prosper Health Group in Highton, the Geelong Wart Clinic is a specialist clinic that treats warts from the elbows and knees down to fingers and toes. The beginning of the pandemic in 2020 was especially difficult for Dean and the clinic as the government hadn’t been able to determine what businesses were essential to the area.

Delayed by almost six months, the clinic was finally able to begin regular operations. However, the clinic faced further hurdles with clients being concerned about health regulations and restrictions. “The hardest thing about starting a business in COVID was being able to engage with clients,” Dean explains. “There was quite a bit of hesitancy within the community to go out for medical treatment.” The clinic employed a variety of communication platforms to keep clients updated with appointments and also to navigate lockdowns. As Geelong’s only specialty wart clinic, Dean and his team have successfully treated over

1000 warts with a 90 per cent success rate in the last year. The Geelong Wart Clinic is located at 237 Roslyn Road, Highton. For more information, phone 1300 283 063 or visit www. geelongwartclinic.com.au. Thanks to this year’s major sponsors LBW Business + Wealth Advisors and Deakin University, the 2021 Geelong Business Excellence Awards celebrate clever, creative and resilient businesses and business leaders. To find out if the Geelong Wart Clinic will be a winner at the Geelong Business Excellence Awards, watch the free virtual event via Channel 31 or www.gbea.com.au on 19 October at 7pm.

Briefs Art show on Rotary Club of Ocean Grove’s 10th annual art show will be held over the Melbourne Cup weekend. Forced to cancel last year because of Covid, this year the show is back bigger and better than ever. With $10,000 in prize money it is the most sought after art show for both artists and collectors in the region. Held at the Point Lonsdale Primary School function centre. The art show supports local charities Disabled Surfers and Riding Develops Abilities. Art show information and conditions of entry can be downloaded from rotaryoceangrove.org.au.

Cottage saved Marshall’s 155-year-old bluestone cottage has almost disappeared as specialist contractors dismantle the historic building following a community campaign to save it from demolition. Initially Major Road Projects Victoria had planned to demolish the cottage to make way for the Barwon Heads Road duplication and reuse some materials to build “heritage interpretive works”, which campaigners labelled a “zombie memorial”. But Marshall Bluestone Cottage Community Group’s 800-person petition convinced the road authority to instead dismantle and completely rebuild the cottage elsewhere. “There’s been such a groundswell of support … of people that want the cottage rebuilt and repurposed,” group president Virginia Johnson said. The group is calling for the building to be relocated to JF Field Park, diagonally opposite to its current location.

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Birds of a feather at finals time It’s footy finals time which means that spring has arrived. The mighty Cats made the finals but were soundly defeated by an incredible Demons team. It may be the year of the Demons at last. Even though we have only been able to wander 5km from home, I’ve still managed to see some lovely birds, which has been great. Unfortunately, I haven’t seen a ‘raptor a day’ to keep the doctor away, which is a bit of a worry for my general health. One raptor I did see flying near my house was a peregrine falcon. I have had a peregrine falcon year, having seen seven of these beautiful birds this year - five times on the Bellarine and two while travelling. I could go a year without seeing one peregrine, so it’s been great. While walking around my neighbourhood in Ocean Grove I saw a female Australasian darter in the local pond, which was great to see. The darter is a large water bird with a long snake-like neck, which is why they are known as ‘snake birds.’ Male birds are dark brownish black with chestnut brown chest plumage, whereas females are brown above, and pale brown below. In my local area I’ve seen Australasian grebes building a nest, a white-faced heron sitting on a nest, and two little wattlebird nests. There’s certainly not been a shortage of spring activity in the neighbourhood. Speaking of nests, when we were able to travel more than 5km, I thought I’d go to Lake Victoria to see if any migratory waders had arrived. I parked at Emily’s Pond and started my walk there and noticed a Eurasian coot sitting

Above: Jen’s yellow-tailed black cockatoo. Right, top to bottom: Jen’s photo of a pair of hoary-headed grebes in breeding plumage; Jen’s photo of an Australasian darter; Kevin’s photo of Pacific black ducks andf ducklings. (Pictures: Supplied)

on a nest that had been placed on the artificial roosting float in the middle of the lake. On the second float in the lake was a pair of hoary-headed grebes in breeding plumage, and they were constructing another nest. It was interesting watching the grebes move out of the water onto the float, as it’s unusual to see grebes out of the water. Grebes move very awkwardly out of the water as their legs are placed at the back of

their body, so they really struggle to balance and propel themselves forward when walking. They are much more comfortable swimming in the water. In my local park (which I have named Sue’s park after the lovely lady who has planted many Australian native plants there), I had a close encounter with a pair of yellow-tailed black cockatoos that landed in a tree that I was standing next to, while I was trying to

photograph the eastern spinebills that were zipping around the flowering shrubs. I don’t think I’ve ever been so close to these beautiful birds before, and I was too close really to get a decent photo. I received an email from Kevin, who took some lovely photos of waterfowl at Blue Waters Lake. Kevin noticed a Pacific black duck with 10 ducklings and a royal spoonbill, a hardhead and a white-faced heron.

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With just weeks to go until the most significant retail opening in Ocean Grove since the Market Place development, Ocean Plaza’s Country Target managers have been checking out the new store.

Bellarine Secondary College will benefit from $335,413 in funding announcement by the state government this month.

A retired Ocean Grove bishop has accused a local MP of barring him from grilling immigration minister Peter Dutton on Australia’s “secretive” border protection policy.

An Ocean Grove cafe owner has moved to reassure non-hospitality businesses on The Terrace that there were never any plans to close the street to vehicles.

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Out and about Voice photographer Ivan dodged the torrential downpours on Monday to see what locals were doing during their lockdown excercise time at Ocean Grove main beach.

1/ Alana Yip with twin daughters Sage and Harper. 2/ Jodie Carty with Ella and James. 3/ Tom Souchen with daughter Henrietta. 4/ Doug and Cathy Maloney. 5/ Madelyne Beasley with baby Marbella and son Arlo. 6/ Daniel and Jess. 7/ Wayne Matthews had just finished a run to Barwon Heads and back. 8/ Cassia Webster with son Ziggy. 9/ Cass Hamilton with daughter Indi. 10/ Amberlea Smith with sons Miles and Logan. 11/ Monica Collin and Laurissa Russell with sons Otis and Jack. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 251220 12 OCEAN GROVE VOICE Friday, 24 September, 2021

PUZZLES No. 047

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.

ACROSS

5 2 3 7 1 4 5 2 4 9 3 1 8

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Clear (5) Female killer (9) Having a small piece broken off (7) Examiner of accounts (7) Turn to use (7) Virgin Mary (7) Inscribing onto a hard surface (9) Paraphernalia (4) Counterfeit (4) Central American country (9) Unopened rose (7) Changed (7) Continuing (7) Strain (7) Release (9) Rate of progress (5)

1 4 9

easy

QUICK CROSSWORD

Orator (8) Limit (7) Copy (9) Infuriating (9) Kingdom (5) Closed (5) Baltic country; capital Tallinn (7) Story in instalments (6) Promise (9) Signs of welcome (9) Blue (8) Appoints (7) Travel business (7) Actor, — Schwarzenegger (6) Scottish child (5) Ism (5)

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Today’s Aim: 20 words: Good 30 words: Very good

No. 047

STEPS STORE STRAW USAGE VERGE VERSE WANES WISPS YOKEL

LILAC LINEN LODGE MEDAL METRO MINOR OCTAL OKING OLIVE OPERA PARCH PASTA PEACE RANGE RAPES REVEL RHINO RISER SHADE SINGS SLEEP

6 LETTERS ERECTS HEARSE RETARD SCENTS

7 LETTERS APPEASE NERVING RELENTS REVERSE SPECTRE USELESS 8 LETTERS CREVASSE EFFIGIES ENGENDER RESIDENT

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Austrian logician Kurt Gödel is best known for which logic theorems?

How many gold medals did Australia win at the 1976 Montreal Olympics?

Arguably the first sci-fi film, when was A Trip to the Moon released?

Roman author Pliny the Elder was killed in the aftermath of which volcanic eruption?

NOTE: more than one solution may be possible

David Bowie's (pictured) song Magic Dance appears in which 1986 fantasy film?

E D G Y

L A N S

The Hindu god Ganesha has the head of what animal?

Which comic opera by Gilbert and Sullivan contains the song I Am the Very Model of a Modern Major-General?

True or false: Johann Sebastian Bach wrote a cantata about coffee addiction?

What was surrealist artist M. C. Escher's full name?

No. 047 Insert the missing letters to make 10 words – five reading across the grid and five reading down.

L A M B S A G O R A M I N U S

4 LETTERS CEDE EARN FAZE FREE GEES GYBE LADE ODES PORT PROS SWAP UGLY WAFT WOVE

abase, ABASEMENT, abate, abates, abeam, abet, abets, absent, bane, bans, bantam, base, baseman, basemen, basement, bast, baste, bate, bates, batman, batmen, bats, batsman, batsmen, beam, beams, bean, beast, beat, beaten, beats, been, beet, bent, beset, best, beta, bets, samba, stab, tabs

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Using the nine letters in the grid, how many words of four letters or more can you list? The centre letter must be included and each letter may only be used once. No colloquial or foreign words. No capitalised nouns, apostrophes or plural words ending in “s”.

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9-LETTER WORD

41 words: Excellent

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WORDFIT

QUICK QUIZ

10 The Republic of Pakistan was formed in what year? ANSWERS: 1. The incompleteness theorems 2. 1902 3. Labyrinth 4. An elephant 5. True 6. Maurits Cornelis Escher 7. None 8. Mount Vesuvius 9. The Pirates of Penzance 10. 1956

SUDOKU

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Parents, rejoice! The school holidays are here and the Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway will reopen its doors for public train operations from Sunday 19th September. With regional Victoria having been lifted from lockdown, this attraction is sure to impress kids and adults alike these school holidays. The railway’s vice president and public relations officer, Brian Coleman, is excited to announce that the railway will be adding additional running times to accommodate school holidays. “The railway suspended train operations on 21st August this year, and it will be great to reopen our doors once again to the visiting public and tourists alike,” Brian says. “The miniature railway is a unique and iconic tourist attraction for Geelong and the Bellarine, and there will be many happy people longing to see the mini railway back in operation.” The train services will recommence on Sunday 19th September from 11am to 3pm, and continue on every Sunday of the month beginning on Sunday 3rd October from 11am to 4pm. During the spring school holiday period, the railway will also operate from 11am to 3pm on Wednesday 22nd and 29th September. This passenger-carrying miniature railway is located only a 30 minute drive from Geelong and makes an ideal day trip location for families. Located right near the beach, bring a picnic and enjoy the parks and playgrounds,

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walking trails, free electric barbeque facilities and kiosk. The trains run at frequent intervals and each ride spans about ten minutes. Tickets cost only four dollars for a ride, with children under the age of two able to ride for free. Family and periodical tickets are also available for purchase. “The mini railway is always looking for volunteers to help run this unique tourist attraction, so come on down, make yourself known and get involved,” Brian says. You can find the Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway within the grounds of the Portarlington Bayside Family Park, on the corner of Point Richards Road and Boat Road, Portarlington. For more information, visit www.miniaturerailway.com.au or search Portarlington Bayside Miniature Railway Inc on Facebook.

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A vibrant drive from Hyundai By Ewan Kennedy, Marque Motoring Hyundai has a strong lineup of models in its Kona series – everything from a relatively basic petrol engined models all the way up to a full electric. Much as we enjoy getting behind the wheel of any electric car, this week’s road test review is the Kona Elite variant. At $31,600 plus on-road costs it’s far more affordable than the (gulp) $64,000 Highlander Extended Range full-electric model.

AT A GLANCE DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT AND CAPACITIES:

Styling

Length: 4205 mm

Kona is a cross between a hatchback and an SUV in its shape. The protection around the wheels arches adds to the SUV look. The body is stylish without going over the top. We particularly like the front with its high-level daytime running lights and the low-slung headlights. Ground clearance is 170mm which is higher than the typical on-road hatchback but falls well short of the 210mm in “real” four-wheel drives. That 170mm does add to the appearance, though.

Wheelbase: 2600 mm Width: 1800 mm Height: 1550 mm Turning Circle: 10.6 metres Kerb Mass: 1280 kg Fuel Tank Capacity: 50 litres BRAKES: Front: Ventilated disc

Safety

Hyundai Kona Elite has fascinating frontal styling with the unusual arrangement of the lights.

All Kona variants have received five stars from ANCAP. It has six airbags, forward collision warning, lane keeping assist and lane-following assist. The Kona Elite model also has blind-spot warning, rear cross traffic alert and safe-exit warning. The automatic emergency braking recognises cars, pedestrians and cyclists at low and high speeds. It also has rear occupant alert in case you’ve forgotten there are kids in the back seats when you get out. No doubt it has happened somewhere sometime.

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Driving Let’s get to the CVT automatic straight away as that’s what friends have been asking me about

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Over-60s cricket comp hits coast By Luke Voogt More than 1000 veteran cricketers from across Australia and New Zealand will descend on Geelong in November 2022 for the Over 60s National Cricket Championships. Geelong Cricket Association president Rob Vines on Tuesday announced a joint local bid had won the right to host the event from November 27 to December 1, 2022. “With over 1000 visitors involved in the Over

60s National Cricket Championships, we are confident that it will give a boost to the Barwon region economy,” he said. The Geelong, Bellarine Peninsula and Colac and District cricket associations, Geelong Cricket Club and Geelong Veterans Cricket Club, known previously Geelong Seniors Cricket Club, joined forces to secure the event. Their submission was successful ahead of other strong bids from regional Victoria, according to Vines.

“Our strong consortium bid was underpinned by the commitment of clubs across the Barwon region to prepare grounds and make facilities available for the duration of the championships, and the organising committee is grateful for their enthusiastic response,” he said. “The success of our bid is also testament to the strong collegiate relationship between the various cricket bodies across the Barwon region. “The joint bid committee is also grateful for

the ongoing support received from the City of Greater Geelong through Geelong Major Events.” The championships will draw veteran cricket players, umpires, organisers and supporters from across Australia for five days of “cricket and camaraderie”, according to organisers. The Barwon region organising committee will soon commence work with Veterans Cricket Victoria to plan logistics for the major event.

Geelong over-60s cricketer Chris Carr in action for Australia in 2017. (Supplied)

SPORTS QUIZ 1. Which two teams are set to compete in the 2021 AFL Grand Final?

6. Cristiano Ronaldo plays for which English Premier League club?

2. Who recently became the first qualifier to reach and win a Grand Slam singles final?

7. Who recently kicked a match-winning penalty after the final siren to defeat South Africa's national rugby union team?

3. Lachlan Lewis last played for which NRL team? 4. At what height is new Brisbane Bullets signing Chuanxing Liu listed? 5. Which two wheelchair tennis players recently completed the Golden Slam in quad singles (all four majors and the Olympic gold medal in a calendar year)?

8. Great Britain's men's 4 x 100m relay team are likely to be stripped of what Tokyo 2020 medal after news of a runner testing positive to banned substances? 9. Australian cricket captain Tim Paine is set to undergo surgery to fix what type of injury? 10. The Mexico City Capitanes are set to join which sporting league for the 2020–21 season?

11. Which Australian tennis player won the women's doubles US Open title with Zhang Shuai?

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12. Which former NRL star was offered a Queensland State of Origin coaching job? 13. Aussie Daniel Ricciardo won his first grand prix in three years at which recent European race? 14. Which three-time AFL premiership captain has stood down as skipper of his club? 15. A-League club Macarthur FC finished in which position on the ladder in their first season in the competition in 2020/21? 16. Which 1993 sports comedy film featured a Jamaican bobsleigh team? 17. By what margin did Melbourne defeat Geelong in their preliminary final match? 18. US Open men's tennis champion Daniil Medvedev is ranked what number in the world? 19. In September and October, against which country is the Australian women's cricket team playing a series of T20s, ODIs and a Test match?

20. Which legendary driver is the only Frenchman to become champion in Formula One history? 21. Which city's Supercars Championship event was recently cancelled? 22. Which sport originated as a game played by the British Armed Forces stationed in India in the 19th century? 23. In what country will the Socceroos play a 'home’ 2022 World Cup Qualifier match against Oman? 24. Golfer Patrick Cantlay recently won which award? 25. Which Australian batting legend recently joined the coaching team of the Pakistan cricket team?

26. Which NFL team did former AFL player Arryn Siposs debut for as a punter in week one of the 2021 NFL season? 27. What is the only sport that has been played on the moon? 28. What alternate name is field hockey referred to in Sweden and Norway? 29. How many periods are there in an ice hockey match? 30. Who did the Western Bulldogs defeat in their preliminary final to reach the 2021 AFL Grand Final?

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Best-laid plans unravelled The local footy season has been scrapped by AFL Barwon as lockdowns have ruined the season. Ocean Grove was due to play in a huge first-semi final against Barwon Heads, but we will all have to wait until next year for another Battle of the Bridge. Voice journalist Justin Flynn spoke to Grubbers’ coach Pete Davey about the season and the challenges the club faced. It was an enjoyable season to follow as a footy fan. What went right for Ocean Grove this season? If you consider where we finished up, it’s easy to say we got a fair bit right but the most important thing in my eyes was establishing and maintaining high training and preparation standards. Everything good and everything that went right for us was 100% attributable to the way in which we prepared. On the other hand, what went wrong? The things that went wrong for us were really out of our control. The home and away lockdown came at a time when we had back-to-back home games so that was disappointing from a supporter and club revenue viewpoint. Obviously, the final lockdown prior to the semi-final was the one that hurt the most though. What was the best win for the season? Personally, the most enjoyable day of football I have experienced as a player or coach was the Barwon Heads win in Round 5. Coming from 28 points down to knock off the reigning premiers on their home ground in front of a large crowd, with such an inexperienced group of senior footballers, sits higher than the grand final wins that I’ve been involved in. It was only a home and away game but the enjoyment that it brought to our supporters is something I won’t forget and the belief it gave our players, immeasurable. What was the most disappointing loss? The Anglesea loss was our blip on the radar. I know we got touched up by Torquay on two occasions but in both of those games, I thought we had patches where we were actually pretty good. We reviewed our losses very closely though and what we learnt from the loss at Anglesea, certainly helped us in the elimination final win. What was the side’s main strength? Our boys play with an abundance of heart and care for one another and they are extremely coachable. There is a lot of raw talent in our group but putting that to one side, it’s their character as people that is their greatest strength. Conversely what was the side’s main weakness? Inexperience. There is nothing we can do about it but these boys should now have all played around 40 games of senior football, instead, the majority have played only 13. We did use that collective inexperience to our advantage though as the young guys just ran out each week and enjoyed themselves without any baggage from previous seasons. There was a moment in the elimination final when Dale Carson manned up Kye Annand. Dale was playing VFL before Kye was even born and I suspect Kye had no idea who Dale was. That’s the beauty of a young, inexperienced team; sometimes they just respectfully don’t care who the opposition is. Which played improved the most in your eyes? The one player that stands out to me is Kobe Annand. He was thrust into the role of number one ruckman a little earlier than we would have preferred but he stepped up from round one and just got better and better the longer the season went. To be named as ruckman of the year at 19 years of age is just incredible. What areas does the squad need to improve on next season?

Main: Kobe Annand was one of Ocean Grove’s most improved players according to coach Pete Davey. Above: Ocean Grove coach Pete Davey (left) said he would be very comfortable if the ball was in Sam Donegan’s hands if his side needed a goal after the siren to win. (Pictures: Justin Flynn)

We know we are going to find natural improvement over another preseason with more training and education but one aspect we will be working on is getting physically bigger. We have an extremely quick and tall squad, if we can add some more size without it affecting our run, we will become a seriously imposing outfit. What do you want the playing group to take out of the season? I hope they will reflect on just how difficult this season (and 2020) was and be really proud of how they dealt with the forced setbacks. So many clubs had players who dropped their bundle when things got challenging from a COVID perspective, but our boys continued to be young leaders in our community. They may not realise it now but that kind of resilience will hold them in great stead not just in their football careers, but in their relationships and professional careers. The club has retained its list but are there any areas that need to be addressed recruit wise? We are really comfortable with where we sit from a list perspective. There are a number of players who didn’t get their opportunity this season due to varying reasons and we know

how driven they are to work hard and get into the senior side next season. Giving Jake Wilkie, Joe McDonald, Jack Rawlings and Connor Pickett some more support in the midfield is an area that we are conscious of but again, we don’t need to look elsewhere for that. Sam Donegan, Fletcher Keck, Logan Taylor, Ollie Monteith, Josh Lange and Harley Pearce are all very capable of being a starting midfielder but they also bring strengths that we’ve utilised in other positions. A stop-start season didn’t help anyone. How confident are you that we can return to normal for next season? I am extremely confident that we will return next year and play an uninterrupted season. Everyone is across what is required now and hopefully everybody keeps doing their bit from a vaccination perspective as I know how important community sport is in a lot of peoples’ lives. Who was the one player who you could count on to stand up in clutch moments? I know it’s a cliche response but we purposely train and play a particular way which hopefully means that no one player is faced with a clutch

moment that rests solely on their shoulders. That said, if I could choose one player to kick a goal after the siren to win a game, I would be very comfortable if the footy was in Sam Donegan’s hands. Who was the best player from an opposing side that you saw? From a scouting perspective, James Breust from Drysdale was the most damaging player that I saw while reviewing opposition footage and it’s an incredibly large feather that sits in Tom Ness’s cap that he was able to completely blanket him when we played them in that final round. Cam O’Leary from Barwon Heads really impressed me live, as did Callum Currie from Torquay. Jhye Clark from Queenscliff is a sensational young player with a huge future ahead of him. Finally, how would you sum up the season? The word that comes immediately to mind is “exhausting”. We’ve come a long way in a short period of time but it’s come on the back of an incredible amount of hard work and emotional energy. In the months ahead I know we will look back on it fondly but right now, we’re just a little disappointed and very tired. Friday, 24 September, 2021 OCEAN GROVE VOICE 23

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