Geelong Indy - 25th August 2023

Geelong Arts Centre reopens

The Geelong Arts Centre is now open after four years of construction and design, with a four-week festival celebrating its completion.

The new centre that features designs and artworks from First Nations artists opened its doors to the public on Saturday, August 19, with a performance from award-winning artist Jessica Mauboy.

The building on 50 Little Malop Street is Australia’s largest dedicated regional arts centre and weaves in stories of the land, language, water, sky, Moonah trees textures, ochre, and granite stone.

The completed $140 million redevelopment features dynamic spaces that include The Story House, a multi-format 550 to 850-seat theatre, and The Open House, a 250-seat contemporary hybrid venue.

■ Turn to page 18 for more information and the full story about the Geelong Arts Centre’s reopening.

GP clinics face closure

By Matt Hewson

Geelong medical clinics could be hit for up to five years of unexpected payroll taxes for their independently contracted GPs without intervention from the state government.

A recent ruling in NSW, which will affect clinics across the country, deemed GPs employees of medical centres, meaning clinics needed to pay a 4.85 per cent payroll tax on doctors’ income.

GPs argue they are not employees, but independent operators who lease the space from clinics.

State revenue offices are able to apply the tax retroactively, potentially for up to five years.

TheRoyalAustralianCollegeofGPsclaimed one Victorian practice owner had received a bill for nearly $800,000, forcing them to close a clinic that serviced over 100,000 patients.

For the past two decades, general practitionershavebeenincentivisedbyfederal government payments to move away from solo medical practices, where there would definitely be no payroll tax, to centralised medical clinics.

Geelong GP clinic owner Dr Bernard Shiu, who is also on the board of directors for the Australian GP Alliance (AGPA), said the ruling served to nullify that incentive.

“On the one hand the federal government is pouring millions of dollars into primary care,

and (now) the state government is taking that money back,” Dr Shiu said.

Since the ruling was issued, state governments in Queensland, South Australia and Western Australia have provided clinics with amnesties or guaranteed not to pursue retroactive taxes.

DrShiusaidclinicswouldsoonstartclosing in Geelong if the Victorian government didn’t intervene.

“We’re not surgeons, or neurologists; every single clinic is running a very, very thin profit margin,” he said.

“So who’s going to be affected? The patients. Bulk-billing clinics will start charging patients, those who have not been bulk-billing

will increase their fees by 10 per cent. The other option is to close down.”

Greens MP Dr Sarah Mansfield said the Premier needed to step in.

“Right now, people are already struggling to access GPs and afford basic medical care, especially in rural and regional Victoria,” Dr Mansfield said. “The Andrews Government needs to… make sure this won’t mean more costsforpatientsandfewerGPsdowntheline. Access to affordable healthcare must remain the priority.”

A Victorian government spokesperson said there had been no change to the law or the application of payroll tax to GPs or medical centres.

Sarah Gleeson and her daughter Elle at the Geelong Arts Centre reopening

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Local apprentices are World Cup winners

While the Matildas’ performance at the FIFA Women’s World Cup galvanised Australia’s sense of national pride, the international event also provided a group of Geelong apprentices the chance to learn from the world’s best.

SixCityofGreaterGeelongturfmanagement and horticulture apprentices got the opportunity to prepare playing surfaces for the World Cup, working and learning alongside AAMI park turf specialists.

The apprentices engaged in a range of turf installation and management activities to ensure pitch surfaces were at a world-class standard for the tournament.

Third year parks and gardens apprentice Jack Lenan and second year turf management apprentice Byron McAdam, two of those selected to take part in the hands-on learning opportunity, said the experience had been a valuable one.

“As a passionate sports person, it was a

privilegetoworkattheWorldCupandsupport the team,” said Mr McAdam.

“It was a step outside of the comfort zone but has helped us progress in our field of turf management immensely.”

“It was exciting to be part of this once-in-a-lifetime experience; I found the overall management and organisation of a world standard event to be so impressive,” said Mr Lenan.

Employment and recruitment organisation gforce has partnered with the City to deliver such opportunities for over 10 years, and chief executive Keith Baillie said the organisation was “incredibly proud” to help apprentices and trainees achieve their goals.

“This initiative is an example of how local collaborations can benefit our apprentices and Trainees,” said Mr Baillie.

“This is part of our commitment to help people achieve the benefits of employment.”

Geelong apprentices Jack Lenan, Riley Shapter, Zac Vincent, Ryan Holden and Byron McAdam. (Supplied)

First Nations artists go on show

By Matt Hewson

Geelong’s Old Courthouse Building will become a site of celebration this weekend as Platform Arts launches a sitewide First Nations art show.

Two exhibitions, Keepers of the Flame and YOOKAPA - it burns for us, will enact a creative “venue takeover” of the building from the special opening celebration on Saturday, August 26 till Friday, September 22.

Keepers of the Flame is the first major presentation of works by Wurri-Ki Art founders Norm Jurrawaa Stanley and Nikki

McKenzie, First Nations individuals, partners and collaborators whose work centres on community and connection.

YOOKAPA is a First Nations-led program created and facilitated by local artist and curatorTarrynLoveandsupportedbyPlatform Arts, and YOOKAPA - it burns for us presents the work of 11 artists engaged in that program. While Keepers of the Flame will be showing in the building’s spacious ground-floor Gallery One, YOOKAPA - it burns for us will use upstairs space to hang works as well as permeatingtherestofthebuildingwithmurals and decals.

Ms Love said she was “really excited” to launch the First Nations “Blakout of the space”.

“A big part of it is also how we’ve been able to come into this old courthouse and make it our own,” she said.

“This place has context and history, and for a lot of us mob, specific context and history to our families.

“Having those stories there but bringing new ones in and reclaiming this space as our own with Blak excellence, it’s pretty powerful.

“That’s what it means for us. We talk about what fuels our flame and how you carry your own fire.”

Ms Love said it was an honour to share the space with Nikki McKenzie and Norm Jurrawaa Stanley.

“NikkiandNormdosomuchincommunity, soKeepersoftheFlameisabouthowtheycarry and hold their knowledge and how they pass it on,” she said.

“(That’s) really powerful and I couldn’t think of anyone more deserving than Nikki and Norm to have that space downstairs to celebrate.”

The opening celebration is open to the general public at Platform Arts at 4pm to 6pm on Saturday, August 26.

Permit for Cypress Lane

Despitecommunityconcerns,aplanning permit for the use and proposed development of a retirement village in Torquay’s Cypress Lane has been granted.

Surf Coast Shire Council Mayor Liz Pattison accepted the planning permit during the August 22 meeting after a split vote by councillors required her to provide a second vote on the motion.

“I know there will be members in the community that will be personally disappointed by my decision to support thismotionwithmycastingvote,”Mayor Pattisonsaid.“However,Ibelievecouncil officershavepreparedarecommendation to grant the permit to the retirement village based on evidence and research.”

The application by Sincock Planning attracted 111 objections and two letters of support.

Year 10 students from 12 Geelong high schools participated in the local Science and Engineering Challenge. (Supplied)

Students explore futures in STEM

StudentsacrossGeelongtookpartinanational event showcasing career pathways in critical areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Year 10 students from 12 high schools competed in hands-on activities during the Geelong Science and Engineering Challenge at Deakin University’s Waurn Ponds campus last week.

Deakin’s manufacturing innovation hub ManuFutures and the Rotary Club supported thisyear’schallengethataimstoopenstudents’ minds to career possibilities.

ManuFutures director Mark Curnow said the program looked to alleviate local community skill shortages by fostering a love of creative innovation with students.

“We are actively increasing the skilled workforce of the future,” he said.

“Showing students at this stage in their education what a career in engineering is like offers the opportunity to build the next generation of local entrepreneurs and manufacturing start-ups.”

ManuFutures also runs the Ignite program, a tailored mentoring and coaching program for people looking to develop their manufacturing, engineering or product-based design ideas.

“ManuFuturesaimstobringeverydaypeople with incredible ideas into the commercial market,” Mr Curnow said.

“Of the 41 graduates of the Ignite program, six have commercially available products on

the market, two have software application businesses, and another is now a research and development company in the medical arena.”

The Science and Engineering Challenge is a national program presented by the University ofNewcastleinpartnershipwithcommunities, Rotary clubs, universities and sponsors.

Local participating schools included; Catholic Ladies College, Bellarine Secondary College, Whitefriars College, St Ignatius College Drysdale, Geelong Lutheran College, Geelong Baptist College, Clonard College, Christian College Geelong, Oberon High School, Kardinia International College, Belmont High School, Western Heights College Geelong, Sacred Heart College, and Geelong High School.

Cr Rose Hodge said the community was “not against a retirement village” but that the proposed development was “too bulky” for the area.

“When can we be at peace with what we’ve got from the existing amenity and neighbourhood character that we’ve got here,” she said.

“I have foreshadowed another motion previously sent out to all councillors for refusal, and I will be putting that up to refuse the application.”

The retirement village proposal includes the construction of a clubhouse, 120 independent living units and three apartment buildings with 16 one-bed apartments and 60 two-bed apartments.

Now that council has granted a planning permit for the village, it will determine the sale of land in Cypress Lane and the discontinuance of the nearby road at a future council meeting.

Students thrive on GROW

Newcomb Secondary College is exceptionally proud of its innovative GROW program.

The GROW program focuses on personal and academic development of students: Getting Ready for the Outside World. This program aims to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in their future endeavours and links to Newcomb’s Positive Futures Framework.

The GROW program is designed to provide students with a holistic approach to their education, incorporating academic subjects alongside personal development activities. This includes workshops on Collaboration, Digital Literacy, and Design Methodology, as well as opportunities for community service, leadership development and as well as linking

Inspiring young leaders

to the Geelong Tertiary Futures Program. The GROW program has already seen significant success at Newcomb Secondary College, with students reporting higher levels of engagement and motivation in their learning. The program has also been praised for its ability to develop well-rounded individuals who are equipped with the skills and knowledge to succeed in all aspects of life. Students get out and about in our community to learn about the world they will haveapositiveimpactonasyoungadults,they learn about their employability skills and strengths, develop their financial and digital literacy and pathways to success throughout and beyond their final years at Newcomb Secondary.

Saint Ignatius College Geelong is a co-educational secondary Catholic college, situatedonexpansivegroundsontheBellarine Peninsula educating young people in the Ignatian tradition.

Saint Ignatius College, through an engaging and invigorating curriculum, develops young people with competence, conscience, compassion and commitment who are dedicated to being young people for, and with, others.

Guided by dedicated and skilled staff, in state of the art facilities, students embrace the Ignatian value of ‘striving for the Magis’ (the more) in all aspects of their academic and cocurricular programs. An innovative Cura Personalis Program (the development of the whole self) at the Year 7 and Year 8 levels, compliments an already established and

celebrated GISSA Program, whereby students are able to select either engagement or GISSA activities on a weekly basis.

The new House system at the Senior School ensures that students develop a deep sense of connectedness and belonging to the College, essential in ensuring the wholistic wellbeing and academic development of each, and every student.

A broad curriculum and an outstanding cocurricular program ensures that every student enrolling at the College has the opportunity to be a leader of their respective pathway.

St Ignatius. Inspiring me to be a leader.

For further information, contact the Registrar on (03) 5251 1136.

Every student enrolling at St Ignatius has the opportunity to be a leader.

Newcomb Secondary College is proud of its innovative GROW program.

Empowering students at Geelong Baptist College

Geelong Baptist College’s education journey is a collaboration between students, parents and staff.

Guiding its students to develop skills and talents to contribute positively to the school community and beyond, GBC aims to instill and nurture positive values in its students.

With a fee structure that is transparent and affordable, with no hidden building or IT levies, GBC’s open enrolment policy makes it attractive to all faiths whilst holding fast to its Christian values.

From foundation through to year 12, all students are encouraged to adopt values and mindsets that emphasise individual endeavour and academic rigour, balanced with a servant heart and a desire to improve their local and global communities.

Teaching staff strive to assist its students to unpack their gifts and talents, in order that they may bless others and thereby make a marked difference in both the present and the future world.

GBC aims to empower all students to behave in ways that will enable them to integrate meaningfully into a changing and challenging world. Each student is unique and GBC seeks to explore their capabilities and competencies, in order to assist them to direct their studies in those areas where their strengths lie.

Offering a co-educational education on one campus, GBC is dedicated to assisting students to develop in their confidence, build their skills and to establish healthy relationships that will equip them to respond appropriately to life’s challenges.

Geelong Baptist College is located at 590 Anakie Road, Lovely Banks. For more information, phone (03) 5260 9999 or visit gbc.vic.edu.au.

Geelong Baptist College strives to assist students to unpack their gifts and talents.

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A creative, caring and diverse learning environment

North Geelong Secondary College is a single campus Year 7-12 academic college.

It is a creative, caring and diverse college, where young people grow into autonomous learners by engaging with imaginative and intellectually rigorous programs.

The community is a friendly and supportive environment, underpinned by the values of Respect, Excellence, Achievement and Diversity.

“We tailor programs to suit students’ individual needs and help students to develop their confidence, to follow their interests and reach their potential,” College principal Nick Adamou says.

The school places high expectations on student behaviour and academic endeavour, as evidenced by outstanding VCE results and VCAL outcomes. Specialist programs in the areas of The Arts, Information and

Communication Technologies and Sports, that incorporate innovative curriculum design, enhance the learning experience.

• Students are privileged to enjoy:

• Learning areas equipped with the latest ICT facilities

• An extensive, well-resourced, library

• Plentiful, state of the art sporting facilities Acreativeartandtechnologycomplexwhich catersforfoodtechnology,studioart,ceramics, woodwork and performing arts.

North Geelong Secondary College is proud to offer the Scholarship Program, Select Entry Accelerated Learning (SEAL) Program, the Strive to Achieve Results (STAR), the Achieving Core Education (ACE) Programs and Excellence in Sport (EIS) Program.

The Scholarship program promotes and recognises outstanding commitment by school students who have displayed a strong

involvement in their school community. Scholarships are available in the following areas: Academic Excellence, Student Leadership, Community, Sporting Excellence and The Arts.

The SEAL Program provides a focussed educational environment for academically oriented students. SEAL classes incorporate a fast-paced curriculum, with less repetition than mainstream classes.

Advancement Via International Determination (AVID), the only program of its kind in Geelong, underpins the SEAL program andpreparesstudentswiththeskillstosucceed in senior and post secondary education.

STAR is an innovative Literacy and Numeracy program unique to the college. This program identifies students who have the potential to become our future ‘stars’ and achieve outstanding results in Years 7 to 9.

The ACE program aims to improve the numeracyandliteracydevelopmentofstudents who are performing below the expected level

The EIS Program develops students’ sport specific skills, knowledge and practical applicationintheirchosensportsofAustralian rules, soccer or volleyball.

Students are encouraged to engage in a myriad of extracurricular activities, including Human Powered Vehicle, Debating, Student Representative Council and lunchtime clubs. Parents and guardians are welcome to visit and see the school in operation. You will not be disappointed as you will discover a dynamic, high-qualitygovernmentschoolforyourchild.

To find out more and to book a personalised tour of North Geelong Secondary College, contact 03 5240 5800, or email north. geelong.sc@edumail.vic.gov.au

For information about enrolling your child at Geelong High School in 2023 or 2024, or to book a school tour, please contact the Adminstration Office

Or, for a virtual tour of what Geelong High School offers, please visit www geelonghigh vic edu au

Our Vision:

We are committed to:

Our core values:

Geelong High School is a positive and creative learning community that embraces its history and prepares students for life.

Developing caring and respectful relationships; Empowering people to realise their potential through effort, responsibility and teamwork; Building healthy resilient and productive global citizens. RESPECT – Responsibility, Effort, Service, Positivity, Excellence, Creativity,Teamwork.

385 Ryrie St, East Geelong | Phone 5225 4100

Email: geelong.hs@education.vic.gov.au

Strong focus on positivity

At Geelong High, teachers support students to strive for their best through innovative and engaging teaching programs that encourage students to develop respectful relationships and strive to achieve their full academic and personal potential.

The school delivers a strong focus on Positive Education, a program based on the elements of positive psychology, to build a strong culture of optimism, gratitude, and a growth mindset.

“This teaches all students in Years 7-12 the skills of wellbeing and enables students to identify and build on their character strengths to deal with life’s challenges”, Principal Mr Davin Reid said.

In 2024, Geelong High will be further extending opportunities for students to accelerate by introducing a Year 7 Accelerated Learning Program. Whilst the new program

will cater specifically for students graduating from Grade 6 and starting secondary school in 2024, the school has a long track record of acceleration in one or two subjects starting from Year 9 that the program hopes to build on.

The new Accelerated Learning Program (ALP)willofferYear7studentstheopportunity to join a class that will face extra challenge and extensioninthecoresubjectsofmaths,science, English and humanities, whilst still enjoying the full breadth of a rich curriculum.

Further information and application forms can be found at geelonghigh.vic.edu.au.

Come and see what Geelong High School can offer, and see how your child can find their passion and find their pathway.

Enquiries: 5225 4100, geelong.hs@education. vic.gov.au

Geelong High students gather in the serenity garden. (Ivan Kemp) 354632_38

North Geelong Secondary College is a single campus Year 7-12 academic college. The College has an extensive and well-resourced library.

Bird Machine charity gig

By Matt Hewson

Alt-rock/pop duo Bird Machine return to Geelong once more to perform as part of Barwon Health Foundation’s Catwalk4Cancer.

Husband and wife Luke and Jenna Grbin will perform on Saturday, September 2 at the Geelong Arts Centre for the annual fashion show, which will raise funds to support the Andrew Love Cancer Centre.

Luke, who originally hails from Geelong, and Jenna currently reside in her native New Zealand but will cross the Tasman to play during design house Bird Skin’s show, which is the finale for the event.

Luke said he always looked forward to coming back to Geelong, especially if he got to perform while here.

“It’s my home, and playing to people from (Geelong) who haven’t seen us perform as Bird Machine, it’s really nice to share that,” he said.

“It’s always a blast when we go back. We try to catch up with as many people as we can in a short amount of time.”

Blending diverse influences such as Jeff Buckley, Florence and the Machine, Smashing Pumpkins and singer/songwriter Brooke Fraser, Bird Machine feature clever pop melodies over sometimes rocky, sometimes dreamy riffs, all recorded and produced in their Hamilton, New Zealand home studio.

Bird Machine has just launched their latest single, Hellos and Frowns, last month and will release their second EP in October this year.

Bird Machine’s Luke and Jenna Grbin. (Supplied)

GRTC is set to stage a Canadian theatre classic

The Geelong Repertory Theatre Company (GRTC) will present landmark Canadian play The Drawer Boy at the Woodbin Theatre this September.

Directed by amateur theatre veteran John Bishop and starring Glenn Baker, Glen Barton and Ryan O’Connor, GRTC’s production of The Drawer Boy includes 10 performances between Friday, September 8 and Saturday, September 23.

The Drawer Boy, set in the early 1970s, chronicles the experiences of a young Toronto actor who signs up for a stint of work experience at an Ontario farm in search of authentic material for a new play.

Miles’ hosts, farm co-owners Morgan and Angus, live with the indelible marks of their experience in London during the Blitz in

World War II.

Morgan’s regular retelling of their shared story helps to calm Angus, who acquired a brain injury during the Blitz and has lost his memory.

As he continues to dig for fodder for his play, the curious but earnest Miles discovers the truth of Morgan and Angus’ story may be something quite different than what Morgan recounts.

Director John Bishop said he was excited to bring The Drawer Boy to Geelong.

“I saw it done over a decade ago, and I just thought what a beautiful play,” Bishop said.

“I was really taken with the subject matter, not just the fact that it was set on a farm, but introducing this young city boy who is very naive, very idealistic, into the dynamic

between the two farmers who were quite happily going along (but) living a lie, in actual fact.

“We learn a lot about truth versus lies, and the results they can have on people. It’s quite illuminating, actually.”

Visit geelongrep.com for tickets and information.

Glenn Baker as Angus, Glen Barton as Morgan and Ryan O’Connor as Miles in The Drawer Boy. (Supplied)

Matt Hewson

CITYNEWS

VOTE NOW

Share your ideas about our Access and Inclusion Plan

We’re developing our new Access and Inclusion Action Plan 2024-28 and we need your ideas about how we can make our region a more inclusive and accessible place for people with disability. Every contribution –large or small – is important!

People with disability are a vital part of our community as residents, employees, business owners, artists, volunteers, tourists and visitors.

We also recognise that people with disability are diverse in culture, race, identity and sexuality, and will ensure that planned actions account for, address and respect this diversity.

We’re committed to developing our new Access and Inclusion Action Plan with people

GEELONG AWARDS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY 2023

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with disability, family, friends, carers and service providers, along with our broader community.

Please share your ideas by completing the Have Your Say survey, attending a community workshop, or by hosting a group conversation using the ‘Host Your Own Conversation’ toolkit.

Scan the QR code or visit geelong.link/AIAP for more information and to have your say by 5.00pm on Tuesday 5 September

If you need assistance to have your say, please contact us on 5272 5272

Join us for the Geelong Nature Festival 'Our Backyard'

Discover the wonder of ‘Our Backyard’ at this year’s Geelong Nature Festival. Immerse yourself in more than 80 events and outdoor experiences, igniting your love for Geelong's nature from Friday 15 September until Sunday 29 October

Don't miss the festival launch with ABC's Hannah Moloney on Friday 15 September at 5.30pm. For more information and to book your tickets, scan the QR code or visit geelong.link/NatureFestival

This festival is a collaboration between the City, the Geelong Field Naturalists Club and other partners.

HAVE YOUR SAY

Neighbourhood Conversations - Drysdale

Tuesday 5 September

1.00pm to 4.00pm

Boronggook Drysdale

Library

Come and talk to our staff, and share your feedback about what's important to you about where you live!

The Neighbourhood Conversation is an opportunity:

›to talk with our staff about open engagements and upcoming projects you might be interested in

Vote now for your favourite 2024 calendar photos

You can help choose the images to appear in our Geelong calendar for next year by voting for your favourites!

After receiving more than 500 highly competitive entries submitted by both amateur and professional photographers from around the region, we’ve shortlisted 26 images for you to consider.

Our calendar competition is in its 10th year and it’s a great opportunity for local photographers to showcase their work and highlight our beautiful region.

The calendar is a popular free resource for our Geelong residents, distributed to households in November along with Community Update and our Christmas program.

We want our 2024 Geelong calendar to represent what makes our region unique and diverse and this is your chance to vote for the images you want to enjoy throughout next year. Voting is now open and closes at 5.00pm on Wednesday 6 September

To cast your vote, scan the QR code or go to geelong.link/ CalendarVote

TRAFFIC CHANGES

›for us to hear what you love about your community and what else you'd like to see on the Bellarine peninsula

›for us to hear how we can improve the way we communicate and seek feedback.

For further information, scan the QR code or visit geelong.link/ NeighbourhoodConversations

Geelong

›Various road closures from 6.25pm

›Full road closure will affect Moorabool Street, between Park Crescent and Bowen Way.

CONGRATULATIONS MATILDAS ON YOUR FIFA WORLD CUP JOURNEY

What an incredible night it was at our Live Site on Saturday, supported by Deakin University. We captured some magical moments from the night showcasing the spirit and enthusiasm of the crowd. Thank you to all that attended our Live Site and well done to the Tillies, we are so proud of your efforts.

If you are travelling around Kardinia Park on Saturday 26 August, please scan the QR code or visit geelong.link/events for detailed information regarding changed traffic conditions. Thank

Brodie, Karen and Michael enjoying a visit to central Geelong.

2023 Calendar winning cover - Corio Bay Aerial by Lasith Perinpanayagam

Personalised Gift

Create a personalised gift such as a custom mug, photo album, or engraved keychain. It shows that you’ve put thought into making something unique for him.

Outdoor Adventure

Plananoutdooractivityheenjoys,likeapicnic, hiking,fishing,oragameofgolf.Spendquality time together doing something he loves.

Handwritten Letter

Write a heartfelt letter expressing your “feelingsandgratitude.Sharespecialmemories,

lessons learned, and how he has impacted your life.

Tech Help

Offer to help him with any tech-related tasks, whetherit’ssettingupanewgadgetorassisting with social media. This can be a meaningful way to show your appreciation.

DIY Workshop

If he enjoys building or fixing things, organise a DIY workshop where you work on a project together. It’s a bonding experience that can create lasting memories.

Shower dad with love

Movie Marathon

Choose a lineup of his favorite movies or TV shows, and spend the day watching together with popcorn and snacks.

Gardening

If he loves gardening, spend the day planting flowers or tending to the garden together. It’s a serene way to bond and create a beautiful space.

Memory Book

Compile a scrapbook filled with pictures, mementos, and notes that remind him of

special moments you’ve shared.

Support His Hobby

Invest in something related to his hobby, whether it’s a new set of golf clubs, art supplies, or a cooking class.

Remember, the key is to tailor your gesture to his personality and interests. The most important thing is to let him know how much you love and appreciate him.

Whether it’s a grand gesture or a simple heartfelt conversation, your love will surely shine through.

Father’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to express your love and appreciation for your dad. Here are some heartfelt ideas to make his day memorable.

Online child abuse charges laid

By Samantha Lock, AAP

A man who police allege created and operated an exploitation game that allowed subscribers to mimic sex offences against children has been charged in a landmark investigation.

The 31-year-old was arrested at his Geelong home earlier this month and later charged with a slew of offences including controlling, producing and possessing child abuse material.

Police allege the man created the online platform, entirely comprised of animated

images, and charged subscriptions to use the game to simulate offences.

“It’s believed a number of people across Australia and internationally had paid subscriptions to the game,“ Victoria Police said in a statement on Sunday.

Officers executed a warrant at the man’s residence, seizing two vehicles, multiple high-end televisions and audio-visual equipment.

The property is all suspected to be proceeds of crime, derived from the offending.

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Village is taking shape

The Mount Duneed Village is starting to take shape in Armstrong, which is due to be completed mid-next year.

The$55millionVillawoodPropertiesproject will see 41 apartments, 52 townhouses and a shopping centre available for the Armstrong Mount Duneed community.

Empire Properties managing director and Mount Duneed Village builder Tony Masa said the development was going well and would complement a thriving precinct once completed.

“Things are moving well, we’re 90 per cent leased and we’re now building the shopping centre now,” he said.

“The townhouses are going well, and we plan to hand over the apartment building around mid-year.

“The townhouses will start settling in the second half of 2024, similar to when the retail centre will open.”

Villawood executive director Rory Costelloe

said the new precinct would give residents more property choices and closer access to needed services and facilities.

“This is a forerunner of what we will see in the new Batesford and Lovely Banks growth corridors,” he said.

“Close to 18,000 blocks are planned for Geelong’s north and west in coming years as the region gears up to grow to a population of half a million.”

Confiscation Taskforce Commander Paula Hudson said the man obtained “significant financial benefits“ from the game.

“The AFP will not tolerate anyone trying to cash in on the abuse of children by enabling predators to pay for simulated exploitation of children,“ she said.

Victoria Police Commander Paul O’Halloran said the landmark police probe marks the first time in Victoria that an investigation has focused on a locally created platform of this nature.

“Forsomeonetocreatethiskindofplatform

and treat this crime theme as a game, is completely horrifying especially when that person is essentially in our own backyard,“ he said.

“While the material on the platform does not involve live children, it has been created to mimic that and this is clearly of great concern to us.“

The man faced Geelong Magistrates’ Court and was bailed to appear again in December. Police will work with the eSafety Commissioner to remove the game as the investigation continues.

Mount Duneed Village site supervisor Matt Grandinetti, Villawood executive director Rory Costelloe and Empire Properties managing director Tony Masa. (Supplied)

The Guide

ESCAPE TO THE COUNTRY

7TWO, Friday, 8.30pm

Hasn’t every city slicker indulged in the idea of escaping the rat race and moving to the country? Whether we bite the bullet and actually do it, or just daydream about a country life instead, thanks to this long-running, therapeutic distraction, anyone can vividly picture themselves in the idyllic rolling hills of Britain, making scones in the kitchen of a 500-year-old stone cottage. After countless episodes, the fascination with a scenic British country lifestyle is everlasting. Tonight, host Steve Brown (pictured) is in Dumfries and Galloway helping a homebuyer find a new home for her and her husband, their cat and 12 motorcycles.

QUEEN VICTORIA’S ROYAL MOB

SBS, Saturday, 8.30pm

TheCrownis set to drop later this year, and this entertaining docudrama is a dazzling entrée to that main event. This entertaining fourepisode series pulls the lens on Queen Victoria’s four favourite granddaughters, the Hesse sisters. Scandal, deceit, death and heartbreak await in this action-packed true story that takes place in World War I. Rather than leaving viewers to Google what’s real and what’s an exaggeration, the insightful commentary from historians helpfully backs up the authenticity of this astonishing story. It kicks off at the wedding of Princess Victoria (Josie Dunn) of Hesse and by Rhine to Prince Louis of Battenberg (Richard Winsor), which does not go to plan, by any stretch. Michele Dotrice (pictured, SomeMothersDo ’Ave’Em) gives a formidable performance as one of Britain’s most iconic monarchs.

Friday, August 25

6.00 The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Gardening Australia. Clarence Slockee gets into grevillea care.

8.30 Death In Paradise. (Final, Mv, R)

After a blind actor witnesses her husband’s murder, the evidence casts doubt on her account of the events.

9.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R) After the owner of a local airfield falls to his death, Barnaby and Nelson investigate.

11.00 ABC Late News.

11.20 Gold Diggers. (Final, Malsv, R)

11.45 Miniseries: Roadkill. (Final, Mls, R)

12.45 Harrow. (Mav, R)

1.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

ABC TV PLUS (22)

6am Children’s

Programs. 5.35pm Fireman Sam. 5.50 Circle

Square. 5.55 Ben And Holly. 6.10 Interstellar Ella.

6.20 Bluey. 6.30 Pfffirates. 6.40 Hey Duggee:

Songs. 6.45 The Adventures Of Paddington. 6.55

Shaun The Sheep. 7.05 Andy’s Global Adventures.

7.20 Bluey. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Hard

Quiz. 8.30 MOVIE: Two Hands. (1999, MA15+)

10.00 MOVIE: Pan’s Labyrinth. (2006, MA15+)

11.55 We Hunt Together. (Final) 12.40am Killing Eve. 1.25 Unprotected Sets. 2.20 ABC News Update.

2.25 Close. 5.00 Moon And Me. 5.25 Teletubbies. 5.35 Dinosaur Train. 5.50 Late Programs.

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys: The Neretva. (PGa, R)

8.30 Legends Of The Pharaohs: Tutankhamun, The Pharaoh With The Fabulous Treasure. (Final, Ma) A look at Pharaoh Tutankhamun.

9.30 New York: The City That Never Sleeps: Busiest. (R) Part 2 of 3.

10.25 SBS World News Late.

10.55 Vise Le Coeur. (MA15+a)

11.50 Reunions. (PGal, R) 1.45 Box 21. (MA15+asv, R)

3.35 Mastermind Australia.

FINDING YOUR ROOTS

SBS, Monday, 7.30pm

This US genealogy series hosted by Harvard professor Henry Louis Gates Jr. is bursting with personality. A little more brash, fun and moving than its cohorts such as WhoDo YouThinkYouAre?, emotions are heightened in this enthralling mix of DNA and history. Featuring a bunch of stars, including musician Pharrell Williams and comic Jane Lynch, its guests all have an entertaining knack for wearing their hearts on their sleeves and playing up the drama. Season seven premieres tonight, with acclaimed actress Glenn Close and director John Waters (pictured, right, with Gates) discovering stories of gold-rush Yukon and an enclave in Quaker Pennsylvania.

PICK OF THE WEEK

RFDS

Seven, Tuesday, 9.15pm

The world of TV dramas can be staunchly far-fetched, but there’s nothing forced about this excellent Aussie series. Its heart-wrenching, authentic quality is partly attributed to the fine cast, including Stephen Peacocke (pictured, Bedrooms), Emma Harvie (ColinfromAccounts Justine Clarke (Tangle also the fact that all the extraordinary storylines are based on real incidents from the Royal Flying Doctors Service. Punctuated with closeups of the characters, the intimate camera work pushes all the emotional buttons. Tonight, Pete (Peacocke) must work with the suddenly returned Eliza (Emma Hamilton) on a mysterious case of a sick fouryear-old boy.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Hosted by Johanna Griggs.

7.30 Football. AFL. Round 24. Essendon v Collingwood.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. Post-game discussion and interviews.

11.00 Armchair Experts. (M) A panel discusses all things AFL.

12.00 Reverie. (Mav, R) Mara tries to save a young dancer.

1.00 Home Shopping. [MEL]TravelOz.(PG, R)

2.00[MEL]HomeShopping.(R)

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Mega Zoo. (PG, R) Two otters may be expecting pups.

8.30 MOVIE: Four Weddings And A Funeral. (1994, Mls, R) A bachelor who is often called on to be the best man at friends’ weddings meets his ideal partner at a reception. Hugh Grant, Andie MacDowell, Kristin Scott Thomas.

10.45 MOVIE: The Good Liar. (2019, MA15+lv) Helen Mirren.

1.00 MOVIE: June Again. (2020, Ml, R)

2.50 Talking Honey. (PG, R)

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 Location, Location, Location Australia. Property experts search for homes.

8.30 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week.

9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Mls, R) Graham Norton is joined on the red couch by actors Jamie Dornan and James Norton.

11.30 The Project. (R)

(R)

4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

4.00[MEL]MillionDollarMinute.(R)

4.30[MEL]MillionDollarMinute.(R)

5.00[MEL]NBCToday.

7TWO (62, 72)

4.00 Postcards. (PG, R) 4.30 Global Shop.

(R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30

Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

9GEM (81, 92)

Train Robbery. (1966) 5.30 Yorkshire

Auction House. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30

Rugby League. NRL. Round 26. Dolphins v North Queensland Cowboys. 9.55 Golden Point. 10.40

MOVIE: Dirty Harry. (1971, MA15+) 12.50am

MOVIE: Up Pompeii. (1971, M) 2.40 Late Programs.

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30

10 BOLD (53, 12)

Saturday, August 26

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast.

9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon.

12.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R) 2.00 Death In Paradise. (Final, Mv, R) 3.00 Landline. (R)

3.30 Nyarrpararla Malaju?

3.40 Secrets Of The Museum. (PG, R)

4.30 Restoration Australia. (PG, R)

5.30 The Soundtrack of Australia. (Final, R)

6.30 Kitchen Cabinet. (PG, R) Annabel Crabb meets Peter Dutton.

7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at the top stories of the day, including coverage of developing stories and events.

7.30 Grantchester. (PGa) One of the residents at Leonard’s halfway house is found dead in what appears to be a suicide.

8.20 Vera. (PGav, R) DCI Vera Stanhope investigates the mysterious death of a pensioner on a busy peak-hour train. For Joe, maintaining a professional distance turns out to be difficult as his daughter is the key witness to the crime.

9.50 Bay Of Fires. (Mal, R) As Frankie continues to lose support, Stella and Jeremiah team up to sabotage her.

10.50 Last Tango In Halifax. (Final, Ml, R) Ted and Harrison go on an adventure.

11.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) Music video clips.

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 9.05 Peer To Peer. (Return) 9.35 Growing

A Greener World. (Final, PGa) 10.05 The Bee Whisperer. (PGal, R) 11.00 Travel Quest. (PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Athletics. World

Championships. Day 7. Highlights. 3.00

Cycling. UCI ProSeries. Arctic Race of Norway.

Highlights. 4.00 Trail Towns. (PG) 4.40 Going Places. (R) 5.40 Secret Nazi Bases. (PGa, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG) Ernie Dingo learns to catch crab.

8.30 Queen Victoria’s Royal Mob: Four Sisters. (M) Part 1 of 4. Explores the saga of Queen Victoria’s extended family through the eyes of her granddaughters.

9.25 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys: Devon And Cornwall. (R) A scenic railway journey travelling through Devon to the tip of Cornwall.

10.15 Tony Robinson’s History Of Britain: Romans. (PGa, R) Part 1 of 4.

11.10 Rex In Rome. (Mv, R)

A boy is attacked in a park.

1.00 24 Hours In Emergency. (Ma, R)

1.55 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R)

2.55 Athletics. World Championships. Day 8. Evening session.

6am Athletics. World C’ships.

Sunday, August 27

6.30 Compass: Uniting The Tongan Way.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Restoration Australia: St Martins. (Final, PG) Hosted by Anthony Burke.

8.30 Bay Of Fires. (Malv) Frankie is determined to find out who is responsible for sabotaging her Bay of Fires operation.

9.30 Mother And Son. (Mdl, R) A man moves back in with his mother.

10.00 The Newsreader. (Mal, R)

The newsroom is plunged into drama.

10.55 Total Control. (MA15+l, R)

11.50 Talking Heads. (Ma, R)

12.20 Rage Vault. (MA15+adhlnsv)

2.05 Escape From The City. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Colosseum: Commodus. (M) Explores the story of Commodus.

9.15 Philae The Last Temples Of Ancient Egypt. Takes a look at the temples of Philae, the last stronghold of the ancient Egyptian religion.

10.15 Raiders Of The Lost Treasures. (R) Part 1 of 3.

11.25 24 Hours In Emergency: Count My Blessings. (Mal, R)

1.15 Surviving The Virus: My Brother And Me. (Mal, R)

2.25 Patriot Brains. (Mals, R)

3.15 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.15 Bamay. (R)

4.50 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.

SEVEN (6, 7) TEN (5, 10)

6.00 Home Shopping. [MEL]NBCToday.

7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG)

12.00 Horse Racing. San Domenico Stakes Day, Saturday at The Valley and Saturday Raceday.

5.00 Seven News At 5.

5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Football. AFL. Round 24. Geelong v Western Bulldogs. From GMHBA Stadium, Victoria.

10.30 AFL Post-Game Show. A wrap-up of the game, including panel discussion and interviews, with access to players, coaches and staff.

11.00 To Be Advised.

12.00 Reverie. (Mav, R) The team works together to save the life of a wrongly imprisoned boy. [MEL]ToBeAdvised.

1.00 Home Shopping. [MEL]Reverie.(Mav, R)

2.00[MEL]Reverie.(Mav, R)

3.00[MEL]HomeShopping.(R) 4.00[MEL]GetArty.(R)

NINE (8, 9)

6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Our State On A Plate. (PG, R)

6.00 Nine News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 To Be Advised.

12.20 The Killing Of Breonna Taylor. (Malv, R) A NewYorkTimes investigation into the 2020 events that led to the death of Breonna Taylor.

1.30 It’s All Greek To Me. (R) George Diakomichalis meets AFL football great and indigenous foodie Daniel Motlop.

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa) Religious program.

2.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) Learn how to grow a great garden by following Shontelle Sinclair’s green thumb guide to propagation.

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R) Home shopping.

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R) A celebration of people and organisations across Australia which make the world a better place.

(81, 92)

6.00 Location, Location, Location

Australia. (R) Property experts Mitch Edwards and Mark McKie search for properties in Melbourne and Canberra.

7.00 The Dog House Australia. (PGa, R) A senior snaggletooth may have found the perfect retirement home with an ex-pat professional.

8.00 To Be Advised.

9.00 MOVIE: Baywatch.

(2017, MA15+ln, R) A devoted lifeguard and a brash new recruit must put aside their differences after uncovering a criminal plot involving drugs and a deceased councilman that threatens the future of the bay. Dwayne Johnson, Zac Efron, Alexandra Daddario.

11.10 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presented by Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald.

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Authentic. (PG)

5.00 Hour Of Power.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 The Voice. (PG) Hosted by Sonia Kruger.

8.45 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive, special investigation.

9.45 The Latest: Seven News.

10.15 Born To Kill? Bill Suff. (MA15+av)

A look at the serial killer Bill Suff.

11.15 Autopsy USA: Audrey Hepburn. (Ma) A look at the death of Audrey Hepburn.

12.15[MEL]AllTogether Now–The 100.(PG, R)

12.30 Home Shopping.

2.00[MEL]HomeShopping.(R)

3.30[MEL]MillionDollarMinute.(R)

4.00[MEL]NBCToday.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (62, 72)

6.00 Nine News Sunday.

7.00 The Block. (PGl)

8.30 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

9.30 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

10.00 Australian Crime Stories: Mark Standen – A Dirty Cop. (Mad, R) A look at the case of Mark Standen.

11.00 Killer At The Crime Scene: Scott Wilkinson – Murder. (Mlv)

11.50 New Amsterdam. (Mam, R)

12.40 World’s Greatest Natural Icons. (R)

1.30 Our State On A Plate. (PG) 2.00 Killer At The Crime Scene. (Mlv, R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 Fishing Australia. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

9GEM (81, 92)

6.30 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news.

7.30 The Traitors. No one is innocent, as both Traitors and Faithful become tangled in the web of lies and deception.

8.40 FBI. (Mav) A young woman’s abduction leads the FBI back to a cold case from 18 years ago.

9.40 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R) Tennant’s team, along with NCIS agents Nick Torres and Jessica Knight, uncover plans for an attack in Oahu.

10.30 So Help Me Todd. (PGadv, R) The governor seeks Margaret’s help.

11.30 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news.

12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

Victorian radio legend turns 80

Doug Aiton was king of drive-time radio in Melbourne for a decade in the late 1980s to late 1990s. With a string of memorable interviews including Sophia Loren, Jimmy Stewart and Michael Parkinson, Doug celebrates his 80th birthday today and talks to Justin Flynn about a stellar career behind, and in front of, the microphone.

Radio came relatively late for Doug Aiton. Before his decade-long stint as drive-time presenter on what was then 3LO, Doug began his working career in newspapers.

Born in Melbourne on August 25, 1943 his family moved to Geelong in 1948 where he would later attend Geelong College.

Beginning work as a copy boy at the Melbourne Herald, days were spent, in his words as a “general messenger boy”.

It wouldn’t take long to earn a cadetship and then a journey to London for a three-year stint at The Times.

“Really enjoyed it,” Doug says. “And I ended up, fortuitously, in the Foreign Department. And there was only about four of us in there, but we were responsible for the foreign content of the correspondents around the world.

“So we’re in touch with them all through the day and organising them and they were organising us and we put out the Times foreign pages.”

Returning to Australia because his visa expired, Doug started reporting for The Age as a feature writer.

Eventually radio came calling some time in his late 30s, first with 3AW and then with the ABC where a glittering career propelled Doug tothepinnacleofthe4pmto6pmweekdayslot.

With exposure came fame and fame was accompanied with a public profile.

“I didn’t like being well known,” he says.

“It’snotmynatureIthink.Iwouldhavebeen terrible in television because they recognise you physically. Not many people recognise me physically in radio.”

Soon Doug’s show became compulsive listening throughout Victoria and especially Melbourne.

The show became revered for Doug’s ability toattractinternationalstarswithhiseasygoing interview technique.

He was never a ‘shock jock’.

“If anything, I was noted for my noncombative stuff,” he says.

Perhaps ahead of his time, Doug employed female-only producers.

“I thought it offered a balance,” he says.

“Women gave a better idea of the whole problems of the community. When there are men producers and men announcers, women don’t get a say in what goes to air.

“We’d be in the office all day planning the program, two females and one male, and then we’d go to air having decided on the program.”

The difference between print and radio journalism was profound.

“People were interested in me whereas they weren’t interested in me when they just saw my byline,” he says.

“I found that quite a bit of pressure because people would react to my interviewing rather than what I was interviewing about.

“Some of the people were very nasty, too, but I grew out of that and just accepted it.”

Such was his reputation, before long, celebrities and prime ministers were queuing up to be on Doug’s show.

American actor Jimmy Stewart extended his time on the program because he enjoyed it so much.

Doug interviewed screen siren Sophia Loren in her Melbourne hotel room.

“She opened the door, went to a phone and picked it up and said ‘room service, my friends need a drink’,” Doug says.

“She was 50, 52 or something by then and just as beautiful as ever.”

Although he didn’t get to interview the great

and late Michael Parkinson in person, the pre-recorded version was “one of enthusiasm”.

Sir David Attenborough was another memorable conversation, as was Barry Humphries,whorespondednotjustashimself, but also in character as Dame Edna Everage and Sir Les Patterson.

“He didn’t do that often, if at all,” Doug says.

“It was a very good hour of radio.”

Prime ministers Hawke, Keating and Howard all respected Doug and his show and appeared regularly.

His relaxed style meant he was not out to shock,causecontroversyordriveanywayaway.

“I don’t think you should chase people out of the studio like a lot of people do,” he says.

“And good on them too for doing that. But I’m not that type.”

After a decade and strong ratings, the end

came relatively quickly and very unexpectedly.

“One of the executives at the ABC decided my time was up and I’d done 10 years or 12 years,” he says. “And so I went and I just picked up little jobs.”

The backlash was fierce.

Prime Minister John Howard personally phoned Doug to voice his displeasure at the decision.

“He wanted to talk to me, but he ran into Judy, my wife, first,” he says.

“He was in Sydney and I was in Melbourne and he said ‘do you mean to say they got rid of you?’

“I said ‘well sort of, yeah, it’s normal, I’ve beenthere12years’.Andhesaid‘wellI’mgoing to make my feelings thought about this’, but he didn’t have any luck.

“AndtheeditorofTheAgewasBruceGuthrie andhewasamazedthatIwasdealtwithinthat way so he kept up this support,” he says.

“He kept the story going for some days.”

TheABC’slosswasGeelong’sgainwithDoug taking on a weekly program at community radio station 94.7 The Pulse.

Doug says the best interviewer in Australian radio history is his good friend Derryn Hinch.

“No one goes near him,” Doug says.

“He’s very good indeed. He’s more confrontational than I am, but he’s a very nice bloke and very unconceited.”

These days Doug is happily retired in Ocean GrovewithhiswifeJudyalthoughtheeffectsof a stroke has hampered his mobility.

“I have three dogs and I’m very interested in them,” he says.

“I walk them when I can and we’re right up againstaparkinOceanGroveandwhenIhave the energy I love to walk them.

“Other interests are the internet. I’m always on the computer seeing what’s happening around the world.

“Reading - Graeme Greene particularly.”

Doughasnohesitationwhenaskedaboutthe one story that made everything, and everyone, stop.

“It was September 11 in America,” he says. “The producer came and said ‘someone’s flying intotheWorldTradeCenter’.Itwasaninterval in a program. It developed while I was on air.” Doug will have a low-key 80th birthday on August 25, having dinner with Judy locally before a larger family gathering in Melbourne on Saturday.

Manor Suite Wine Bar at Oakdene is a favourite.

“We often go to the Barwon Heads pub for dinner and the Ocean Grove pub,” Doug says. Anyone wanting to send a birthday card or well wishes to Doug can do so at PO Box 185 Queenscliff, Victoria, 3225.

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Arts centre tells creative story

The Geelong Arts Centre is officially open, featuring traditional stories of the surrounding land and language woven into the building’s designs and artworks.

The four-year $140 million redevelopment project on 50 Little Malop Street opened on Saturday, August 19, and has a four-week Grand Opening Festival of free and ticketed events until September 23.

Geelong Arts Centre, Arm Architecture, the Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation and First Nation artists co-designed the building to respect the local art history.

Geelong Arts Centre chief executive and creative director Joel McGuinness said having FirstNationsstoriesbeapartofthe“veryfabric of the building” was important.

“There are these amazing First Nations stories in the fabric of the walls, carpet, woodwork, landscaping, and the paving,” he said. “You go through each level with this cohesive narrative throughout and having that framework also wrapped around the building allowed the artists to respond in a way that was really beautiful.”

Wadawurrung Traditional Owner Corrina Eccless said First Nations people had been “comingtogetherforsong,danceandstory”on the land for more than 60,000 years.

“We use the word Koling Wada-Ngal, let us walk together,” she said.

“How can we make people feel that when they’re standing here, they’re part of the stories that belong to this land and country? So, we started with that conversation.”

ARM Architecture principal architect Ian McDougall said the building design showcased the shared history of Geelong and the surrounding environment.

“Integrating Indigenous stories, particularly in Geelong with the Wadawurrung, into the

building right at its core and right through really says, ‘this is about Geelong’,” he said.

“The First Nations people presented us with imagery and discussion about the actual elements that we could articulate through the building.”

‘‘ Integrating Indigenous stories ... into the building right at its core and right through really says, ‘this is about Geelong’ ’’

- Ian McDougall

The redeveloped Geelong Arts Centre has officially opened. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 351294

Monday, August 28

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Australian Story. (Return)

A look at the story of Gina Chick.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program exposing scandals, triggering inquiries, firing debate and confronting taboos.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Paul Barry takes a look at the latest issues affecting media consumers.

9.35 Q+A. Public affairs program.

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.10 Space 22. (PG, R)

11.40 The Human Revolution. (PG, R)

12.35 Nude Next Door. (Malns, R)

1.35 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Tenable. (R)

4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) Presented by Marc Fennell.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Finding Your Roots: To The Manor Born: Glenn Close, John Waters. (Return) Hosted by Henry Louis Gates Jr.

8.30 Britain’s Most Expensive Houses. (Mas) Part 4 of 5. In New Forest, sales broker John has a unique £9 million family home to sell.

9.25 24 Hours In Emergency: Finding My Voice. (Ma) An elderly man is admitted after falling out of his bed and injuring his head.

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 My Brilliant Friend. (Mlsv)

12.00 War Of The Worlds. (MA15+av, R)

3.40 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Tane feels iced out of his marriage.

7.30 The Voice. (PG) The contestants continue their efforts to prove they have what it takes to become a singing sensation.

9.15 The Rookie. (Mdv) Lopez puts everything on the line to help Elijah take down a gang leader in exchange for her safety.

10.15 The Rookie: Feds. (Mv) A banker’s murder is investigated.

11.15 The Latest: Seven News.

11.45 Chicago Fire. (Mav) Kidd and Severide help a young girl.

12.45[MEL]TheVillage.(Mas, R)

1.00 Home Shopping.

2.00[MEL]HomeShopping.(R)

4.00[MEL]NBCToday.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

Tuesday, August 29

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Kitchen Cabinet. Annabel Crabb meets Linda Burney.

8.30 AI vs Human: The Creativity Experiment. (Premiere) Looks at the future implications of AI, predicted to be a billion times smarter than human beings by 2050.

9.30 Our Vietnam War: The Long Shadow. (Ml) Part 3 of 3.

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.05 Four Corners. (R)

11.50 Media Watch. (PG, R)

12.10 Australia’s Favourite Tree. (R)

2.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Tenable. (R)

4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Coastal Railway Journeys: Wareham. (PG) Hosted by Michael Portillo.

8.30 Insight. Kumi Taguchi takes a look at apologies and whether they can help heal deep wounds.

9.30 Dateline. Takes a look at Amsterdam.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 The Point: Referendum Road Trip. (R)

11.30 Pandore. (Mlv)

12.30 Tokyo Vice. (MA15+av, R)

2.30 Red Light. (MA15+a, R) 4.20 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 The Voice. (PG) The contestants continue their efforts to prove they have what it takes to become a singing sensation.

9.15 RFDS. (Ma) Pete works with Eliza when the two are tasked with the retrieval of a four-year-old boy.

10.15 Ambulance: Code Red. (Mad) Follows the work of an ambulance service.

11.15 The Latest: Seven News.

11.45 Chicago Fire. (Ma) Severide and Kidd investigate an explosion.

12.45[MEL]S.W.A.T.(Mv, R)

1.00 Home Shopping.

2.00[MEL]HomeShopping.(R)

4.00[MEL]NBCToday.

5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam.

8.40 Missing Persons Investigation. (PGa) After a suspected heart attack, a patient flees hospital and no one knows why.

9.40 Footy Classified. (M) Footy

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 The Traitors. A mix of everyday Aussies and familiar faces band together to win a share of up to $250,000.

8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) A fast-paced look at news, with Sam Pang and Ed Kavalee joined by other celebrity panellists to compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. Hosted by Tom Gleisner.

9.40 To Be Advised.

10.10 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mav, R) A wealthy couple are killed by a con artist.

11.00 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news and events.

12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Late-night talk show.

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam.

8.40 The Hundred With Andy Lee. Andy Lee is joined by a panel of comedians and 100 Aussies to explore the fun behind the facts.

9.40 Botched. (MA15+amn) A high-risk cancer patient needs help.

10.40 Nine News Late.

11.10 The Killer Nanny: Did She Do It? (Malv)

12.00 New Amsterdam. (Mam, R)

12.50 Court Cam. (Mlv, R)

1.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

2.30 Good Chef Hunting. (PG, R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair.

(R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 Shark Tank. (Return, PG) Sabri Suby, Dr Catriona Wallace, Davie Fogarty, Jane Lu and Robert Herjavec are shown inventions.

8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

9.30 NCIS. (Mv, R) With Parker still on the run, the team enlists the help of Special Agent Jane Tennant from the Hawaii office.

10.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R) The team uncovers plans for an attack.

11.30 The Project. (R) A look at the day’s news and events.

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

Wednesday, August 30

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) Hosted by Tom Gleeson.

8.30 Mother And Son. (PGdl) Maggie tries to inspire a visit from her grandchildren. Robbie seeks a sperm donation from Arthur for her friend.

9.00 WTFAQ. (Premiere, Ml) A team tries to answer viewer questions.

9.30 Would I Lie To You? (R) Hosted by Rob Brydon.

10.00 QI. (PG, R)

10.30 ABC Late News.

10.45 The Business. (R)

11.05 Magda’s Big National Health Check. (Final, Ml, R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) Presented by Marc Fennell.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Michael Mosley Secrets Of The Superagers: Appearance. (PG) Dr Michael Mosley focuses on appearance.

8.30 Building The Snowy: The People. (PG) Part 2 of 3. Explores the human element of the Snowy and its role in creating a multicultural Australia.

9.30 Wolf. (Mals) Jack’s mission to find Bear’s owners makes him confront the Donkey Pitch case head on.

10.35 SBS World News Late.

11.05 Dark Woods. (Mav) Bethge reopens his sister’s case.

11.55 La Jauria. (MA15+sv, R)

3.35 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG) Officers uncover a surprising secret.

8.30 Miniseries: Without Sin. (Madlv) Part 3 of 4. Stella dives headfirst into finding out who really killed her daughter after a video shows a connection between Maisy, Cleo, the McKellers and Jessie’s boyfriend Kelvin.

10.30 The Latest: Seven News.

11.00 Monster Mansion: Evil Behind Bars. (MA15+av, R) Takes a look at HMP Wakefield.

12.10 The Enemy Within. (Mav, R)

1.00 Home Shopping.

1.05[MEL]TheEnemyWithin.(Mav, R)

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) Hosted by Scott Cam.

8.45 Luxe Listings Sydney. (Premiere, Ml) Follows Sydney-based real estate and buyer’s agents as they balance their personal and professional lives.

9.50 Footy Classified. (M) Footy experts tackle the AFL’s big issues.

10.50 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

11.20 The Equalizer. (Mav) A singer is threatened by a stalker.

12.10 The Gulf. (Madlsv, R)

1.05 New Amsterdam. (Ma, R)

2.00 Getaway. (PG, R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 Thank God You’re Here. Hosted by Celia Pacquola.

8.30 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (PGls) Four Aussie mates set out to embarrass each other in a public setting by becoming wait staff at a fancy restaurant.

9.00 Five Bedrooms. (Mal) Following her UK success, Liz is wooed by the crème de la crème of law firms.

10.00 So Help Me Todd. (PGv) Todd stumbles into a case.

11.00 FBI. (Mav, R) A young woman is abducted.

12.00 The Project. (R)

Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

12.05 The Great Acceleration. (R)

3.40 Tenable. (R) 4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30

7.30. (R)

4.35 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Thursday, August 31

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Foreign Correspondent. International affairs program.

8.30 Extraordinary Escapes: Rosie Jones. Part 4 of 5. Sandi Toksvig and Rosie Jones explore the Midlands North Sea coast in the east, to the Welsh border in the west.

9.20 Grand Designs New Zealand. (R) Hosted by Chris Moller.

10.05 Art Works. (R) Hosted by Namila Benson.

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.10 AI vs Human. (R)

12.05 Q+A. (R)

1.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.40 Tenable. (R)

4.30 The Drum. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great Australian Walks With Julia Zemiro. (PGa) Julia Zemiro heads to Kiama in NSW.

8.30 Eva Longoria: Searching For Mexico: Yucatan. Eva Longoria travels to the jungles of Yucatan State, home of the ancient Maya.

9.20 Kin. (MA15+v) Amanda is hell-bent on making Viking pay.

10.15 SBS World News Late.

10.45 Max Anger: With One Eye Open. (Malv)

11.35 Atlantic Crossing. (PGa, R)

3.50 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

2.00[MEL]HomeShopping.(R)

4.00[MEL]NBCToday.

5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 A Current Affair. (R)

5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

8.30 The Front Bar. (Ml) Hosts Mick Molloy, Sam Pang and Andy Maher take a lighter look at all things AFL.

9.30 Final Four. (Premiere)

10.00 What The Killer Did Next: Joy Morgan. (Mav, R) Hosted by Philip Glenister.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 Autopsy USA: Andy Kaufman. (Mad, R)

12.30 Home Shopping. [MEL]TheResident.(Ma, R)

1.30[MEL]Harry’sPractice.(R)

2.00[MEL]HomeShopping.(R) 4.00[MEL]NBCToday. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

Rugby League. NRL. Round 27. Brisbane Broncos v Melbourne Storm.

Thursday Night Knock Off. Post-match NRL news and analysis.

10.30 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events.

11.00 Chicago Med. (MA15+am)

12.00 The First 48: A Fighting Chance. (Malv, R) 12.50 New Amsterdam. (Mam, R)

Tipping Point. (PG, R)

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (PGas) Follows dog trainer Graeme Hall.

8.30 Gogglebox Australia. TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows.

9.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

10.30 To Be Advised.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

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Anglesea Hair Studio Anglesea

Anglesea Newsagent Anglesea

IGA Anglesea Anglesea

Jan Juc General Store Anglesea

Coles Armstrong Creek Armstrong Creek

Woolworths Armstrong Creek

Coles Armstrong Creek

Woolworths Bannockburn

Batesford Roadhouse Batesford

Batesford Hotel Batesford

Lifestyle Geelong Bell Park

Joey's Continental Bell Park

Bell Post Hill Grocery and Liquor Co Bell Post Hill

Woolworths Bell Post Hill

Belmont Village Shopping Centre Belmont

Kmart Belmont

Coles Belmont

The Food Factory Belmont

The Kidman Avenue Store Belmont

Tyrepower Belmont

Geelong Hearing Belmont

Geelong RSL Belmont

Raiders Bingo Breakwater

White Eagle House Breakwater

Breamlea General Store Breamlea

United Petroleum Corio

United Petroleum Astron Corio

Corio Central Shopping Centre Corio

Shell Club Corio

Fin's Fish & Chips Corio

Rosewall Neighbourhood Centre Corio

Cloverdale Community Centre Corio

Sharland Road Milkbar Corio

Detroit Milkbar Corio

Gateway Hotel Corio

7 Eleven Corio

Drysdale Convenience Store Drysdale

Wiseguys Mens Hairstylists Drysdale

Woolworths Drysdale

Library Lt Malop St Geelong

Geelong Arts Centre Cafe Geelong

Hi Sushi Geelong

Barwon Water Geelong

TEACHA Tea Bar Geelong

Cashstop Geelong

Newsagent Moorabool Street Geelong

Market Square Shopping Centre Geelong

Westfield Shopping Centre Geelong

National Wool Museum Geelong

Wool Museum Cafe Geelong

Deakin Uni Waterfront Geelong

Tourism Geelong & Bellarine Geelong

Eastern Hub Geelong Geelong East

Najdas Celebrations Geelong North

The Sphinx Hotel Geelong North

Woolsy Trading Post Geelong West

Coles Shannon Ave Geelong West

Tempting Tastes Geelong West

Geelong Fresh Foods Geelong West

Woolworths Strand Geelong West

Champions IGA East Grovedale

Grovedale Milk Bar Grovedale

Champions IGA Grovedale

Ingenia Gardens Grovedale

Milkbar Grovedale

Sandstone Cafe Grovedale

Vallis IGA Minimart Hamlyn Heights

McKenzie's Milk Bar Herne Hill

Minerva LPO Herne Hill

Minerva Road Lotto & Post Herne Hill

APCO Service Station Highton

Highton Wash & Shop Highton

Shell Coles Express Highton

Tonton Geelong Coffee Shop Highton

Woolworths Highton Highton

Bon Appetit Cafe Highton

Blurbird Expresso Highton

Highton Authorised Newsagency Highton

Highton Lotto Agency Highton

Cellabrations Highton

Highton North Valley Milkbar Highton

IGA Xpress Vallis Highton

Milk Bar Highton

Barrabool Hills Plaza Highton

Woolworths Barrabool Hills Highton

Direct Chemist outlet Highton

Highton Fish & Chips Highton

Indented Head LPO Indented Head

Coles Lara SC Lara

Anytime Fitness Lara

Ingenia Lifestyle Lara

NewsXpress Lara

Woolworths - Centreway SC Lara

Shell Service Station Lara

Rods Bakery Lara

Lara Sporting Club Lara

Lara Hotel Bottleshop Lara

APCO Service Station Lara

Bendigo Bank Lara

Leopold Supermarket Leopold

Gateway Plaza SC Leopold

Fresh Land Asian Supermarket Manifold

Heights

Foodbiz Moolap

Moriac General Store Moriac

Cellarbrations - Nardi's Newcomb

Bellarine Village Newcomb

Newcomb Central Shopping Centre

Newcomb

Aphrasia St Milk Bar Newtown

Geelong Aquatic Centre Newtown

Newtown Post Office Newtown

Kims Milk Bar Newtown

Newtown Grocery and Liquor Co Newtown

Bell Post Hill SC Norlane

Australia Post Norlane West LPO Norlane

Woolworths Bell Post Hill SC Norlane

Marco's Continental Norlane

Flamingo Milk Bar Norlane

Foodworks Norlane

St. Norlane Asian Grocery Norlane

Rose Ave Fish & Chips Norlane

Ellen's Cafe North Shore

Woolworths Ocean Grove

Coles Supermarket Ocean Grove

Woolworths Portarlington

Cellarbrations at Chas Cole South Geelong

Coles Express South Geelong

Ingenia Lifestyle St Albans Park

IGA St Leonards

Lifestyle Geelong St Leonards

Coles Torquay

IGA Torquay

Woolworths Torquay

Lochard Drive Convenience Store Torquay

Woolworths Torquay North

BP Service Station Waurn Ponds

Coles Waurn Ponds

Woolworths Waurn Ponds

Bunnings Warehouse Waurn Ponds

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

WANT YOUR EVENT LISTED? Community Calendar is made available free of charge to not-for-profit organisations to keep the public informed of special events and activities. Send item details to Geelong Independent Community Calendar, 1/47 Pakington Street, Geelong West, 3218, or email to editorial@geelongindependent.com.au. Deadline for copy and announcements is 5pm Tuesday.

Geelong Christian Singles

Coffee - Wednesday August 30, Black Cup, 103 Garden Street, East Geelong, 10am-11.30am. Book by August 29.

■ 0400 383 711

Ballroom dance

Leopold Hall, 805-809 Bellarine Highway, Saturday August 26, 7.30-11.30pm.

Admission $10 includes supper. Music: 4-Piece Band.

■ 0400 500 402

Book sale

Friday September 1 and Saturday

September 2, Uniting Barwon Grovedale site (272 Torquay Road, corner Reserve and Torquay Roads), 10am-2pm. Great range of new and old stock to browse and all books $1.

Highton Seniors

Community Centre, 84 Barrabool Road, Highton. Cards Wednesday 12.30-3pm.

■ Joy, 0428 145 138

Line dancing

Kardinia Seniors Club, beginners class from 12.30pm every Wednesday, at 450 Moorabool Street, South Geelong.

■ Dianne, 0410 039 063

Geelong ballroom dancing

Saturdays 7.30pm to 10.15pm, corner Bayview Parade and Carey Street, Hamlyn Heights. Entry: $10. BYO drinks and a plate.

■ 5278 9740, or geelongballroomdc.com.au

Corio Bay Lions Club Meetings

First and third Thursday of each month at 6.30pm.

■ geelongcoriobay.vic@lions.org.au

Dancer’s Club

Ballroom dancing Wednesdays

7.30pm-10.30pm, Leopold Hall, Bellarine Higway. Cost: $6, includes light supper.

■ Russ, 5250 1937

Elliminyt ballroom dancing

Elliminyt Hall, 168 Main Street, Elliminyt. Third Saturday of the month, 8pm-11.30pm. Entry: $10 and a plate. Music by CD.

■ John, 0403 903 809 to confirm dance is on

Geelong Harmony Chorus

Women’s four-part harmony singing. All ages encouraged. Rehearsals Mondays 6.45pm in Herne Hill.

■ contact@geelongharmony.com.au, or 0406 666 737

Geelong Welsh Ladies Choir

Small ladies choir who require no knowledge of the Welsh language. Meet Wednesdays 7pm at St Luke’s, Highton to help each other sing in Welsh and English.

■ 0413 406 433, or welshladieschoir.com.au

Chess clubs

Ocean Grove, Tuesdays at 1.30pm at 101 The Terrace, Ocean Grove; Portarlington, Mondays at 9.30am, Parks Hall, 87 Newcombe Street, Portarlington; and St Leonards, Thursdays at 9.30am, unit 2 1375-1377 Murradoc Road (on Blanche Street), St Leonards.

■ Ralph, 0431 458 100 (Ocean Grove), Rob, 5259 2290 (Portarlington), Lyn, 5292 2162 (St Leonards)

Carpet Bowls

Leopold Hall, 805-809 Bellarine Highway, Wednesday and Friday each week, 1pm to 3.15pm. $4 Admission and includes

afternoon tea.

■ 0400 500 402

Winchelsea Old Time Dance Wurdale Hall, 220 Wurdale Road. Second Saturday of each month, 7.30pm to 11.30pm. Cost: $10.

■ Maureen, 0409 253 188, or Ray, 0438 830 638

Lara Community Market Run by Rotary Club of Lara District every second Sunday of the month at Lara RSL from 9am to 1pm.

Geelong Breakfast Lions Club

Meets first Tuesday of each month, 8am at The Eastern Hub, East Geelong.

■ ajd53m@yahoo.com

Geelong Amateur Radio Club Storrer Street Clubhouse, Geelong, Wednesdays 1.30pm to 4pm and Fridays at 6.30pm.

■ Robert, 0438 409 979, or vk3atl.org

Geelong’s Soroptimist International Service club for women and girls, every second Tuesday of the month from 6pm at Belmont RSL.

■ 0455 835 691, or geelong@siswp.com

Geelong Sports & Game Fishing

Meets first and third Monday of the month at Belmont Park Pavilion, 7.30pm.

■ John, 0409 234 307

Geelong Anglers Club

Meets fourth Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm, 9 Yuille Street, Geelong West. Monthly fishing competitions.

■ Allan, 0418 992 672

Drysdale CWA

Every second Tuesday at 1pm and crafts every third Tuesday at 11.30am of each month at Drysdale RSL Club.

■ Jenny, 0452 258 333

Scottish country dancing classes

GOG Scottish Country Dance classes

7.30pm Tuesdays at Leopold Hill Hall, $5. No partner needed.

■ Jane, 0481 126 022, or Barbara, 0419 511 781

Afternoon tea dance Life Activities Club [Geelong Inc] afternoon

tea dance Thursdays, 2-4pm, at Belmont Park Pavilion. Entry: $5.

■ 5251 3529

First steps in music

Babies, toddlers and preschoolers welcome with parent/carer. Thursdays Northern Bay College, Tallis, and Fridays at Northern Bay College, Peacock. Free if living in 3214 postcode, bookings essential.

■ info@bluebirdfoundationinc.org.au

PlayLinks

Music and art playgroup where babies, toddlers and preschoolers learn together with their parent/carer. Wednesdays St Thomas Aquinas Primary School, Norlane. Free if living in 3214 postcode, bookings essential.

■ info@bluebirdfoundationinc.org.au

GROW Australia

Community organisation offering practical steps and peer support to help recover and maintain mental health through free face to face and online groups. Mondays 7pm, 195 Ormond Road, East Geelong, Fridays 12.45pm, Vines Road Community Centre, Hamlyn Heights, Zoom group 7pm Tuesdays.

■ grow.org.au, or 1800 558 268

Stamps

Geelong Philatelic Society Inc meets 7pm first Saturday of the month at Virginia Todd Community Hall, 9-15 Clarence Street, Geelong West and 1pm third Monday of the month at Belmont Library, 163 High Street, Belmont.

■ Julie, 0438 270 549

Grovedale Seniors

Indoor bowls Monday 1-3pm; gentle exercise Tuesday 9-9.45am; cards (Euchre) Tuesday 1-3pm; bingo Thursday 1-3pm. Grovedale Community Hub, 45 Heyers Road.

■ Julie, 0419 549 521

Drysdale Day VIEW

Fourth Friday of each month at Portarlington Golf Club for lunch.

■ Margaret, 0431 636 090

Geelong Day VIEW

First Monday monthly from 11am at Eastern Hub, East Geelong.

■ geelongdayview@gmail.com

Leopold VIEW

Second Tuesday of each month at Leopold Sportsmans’ Club at 10.30am.

■ leopold.viewclub@gmail com

Geelong Evening VIEW

Third Monday of the month, 6pm at Waurn Ponds Hotel.

■ Von, 0414 930 259, or geelongeveningview@gmail.com

Laughter

Laughter Club Geelong Tuesday mornings 8am.

■ Join Zoom meeting: us04web.zoom. us/j/77368437028?pwd=luIlt0O9RXabh946S7xa4a-6kCFtn.1

Meeting ID: 773 6843 7028, Passcode: Laughter

Grovedale Marshall Probus

Second Thursday of the month,10am at The Grovedale Hub, 45 Heyers Road, Grovedale.

■ Anne, 0425 356 973

Ocean Grove Men’s Probus

First Monday of each month, 10am, except January, at Surf Life Saving Club.

■ Barry, 0409 161 129

Grovedale Marshall Probus

Meets second Thursday of the month, 10am, Grovedale Neighbourhood House 45 Heyers Road.

■ Viv, 0458 288 504, or viviennebuchanan51@gmail.com

Grovedale East Ladies Probus

Fourth Monday of each month, 10am, Waurn Ponds Hotel.

■ Sally Nelson, 0402 450 610, or nelsonsally59@gmail.com

Belmont Central Combined Probus

Second Wednesday of each month, 10am, Waurn Ponds Hotel.

■ 0417 555 547

Waurn Ponds Combined Probus

Fourth Wednesday of the month, 10am. Maximum 100 members.

■ probussouthpacific.org/microsites/waurn

Combined Probus Club

The Combined Probus Club of Geelong East meets every third Monday of the month, 10am, East Geelong Uniting Church, corner Boundary and Ormond Roads.

■ Malcolm, 0419 376 380

Geelong Scout Heritage Centre

Meets third Sunday of the month, 56 Russell Street, Newtown, 10am-3pm.

■ 0419 591 432, or geelong.heritage@scoutsvictoria.com.au

Belmont Combined Probus

First Monday of the month, 10am, Geelong RSL.

■ Pamela, 5243 4042, probusclubofbelmont@outlook.com

Barwon Valley Belmont Probus

First Thursday of the month, 10am, Waurn Ponds Hotel.

■ Membership officer, 0407 333 263, or bobstafford@ozemail.com.au

Hamlyn Heights Probus

Second Thursday of the month, 10am, Geelong Cement Bowls Club, 200 McCurdy Road, Herne Hill.

■ Noel, 0425 706 339

Geelong Central Probus

Third Friday of the month, 9.45am, Geelong RSL.

■ geelcentprob@gmail.com

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OMNI

Older men new ideas men’s friendly informal

chat group,

South Barwon Community Centre, 33 Mt Pleasant Road, Belmont, 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, 10.30am.

■ Allan, 0409 665 608

Out and about

Geelong Arts Centre’s revamp is complete and Independent photographer Ivan Kemp went along to the community opening day on Sunday August 20.

1/ Kayla White. 2/ Andrew and Jessica Block with daughters Daisy and Penny. 3/ Kristy Harmon and daughter Alice. 4/ Marian Coppins-King and Gordon King. 5/ Noah and Meg Barlow. 6/ Vicki Fletcher and daughter Amira. 7/ Leigh and Delta Smith with children Amaya, Elliot and Catherine. 8/ Jane Lou, Vivian Zhang and Halsey Pan. 9/ Natalie, Dan and Lily Lilford with Louis and Otto. 10/ Elidh Ross and Alexis Infeld. 11/ Elizabeth and Andrew Hirst with Natasha Kruger. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 351294

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2 Director Duncan Jones is the son of which musician?

3 Which actress stars as Alice Chambers in the 2022 film Don'tWorryDarling?

4 On which bay is Cape Town situated?

5 What element has the symbol Au and the atomic number 79?

6 In which film did George Clooney (pictured) play the character Ulysses Everett McGill?

7 What song contains the line 'How can you have any pudding if you don’t eat your meat?'?

8 Who wrote the poem Donotgogentleinto thatgoodnight?

9 Iona is a small island off the western coast of which country?

10 Who played the lead role opposite Cary Grant in the 1963 film Charade?

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SPORTS QUIZ

1. How many penalties in total were taken in the shootout between Australia and France at the FIFA Women’s World Cup?

2. What other sport has netball star Ash Brazill played at the highest level?

3. Which Canberra Raiders legend recently announced his retirement at the end of the 2023

4. Which US city will host two NRL matches in 2024?

5. What is the nickname of the NBL team based in South East Melbourne?

6. What country is ranked number one in baseball in both Men’s and Women’s competitions?

7. The 1992 movie The CuttingEdge revolves around which Winter premiership player for Geelong announced his retirement recently?

In what year did St Kilda win their sole AFL/VFL premiership?

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Which four teams made it to the semi-finals of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup?

12. Italian tennis professional Jannik Sinner defeated which Australian to win the 2023 Canadian Open?

13. Twin brothers Brad and Chris Scott are the head coaches of which respective AFL teams?

14. How many gold medals did Australian swimmer Inez Miller win at the 2023 Commonwealth Youth Games?

15. Which national team did Kristie Mewis play for at the 2023 Women’s World Cup?

16. How many times has Australia hosted the Commonwealth Games?

17. What position are Mackenzie Arnold, Teagan Micah and Lydia Williams all able to play for the Matildas?

18. NSW-born Jarrod Croker played his entire NRL career for which club?

19. Which Australian golf professional won the 2023 LIV Golf Invitational Bedminster tournament?

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20. US basketballer Jaylen Brown signed a five-year US$304 million deal with which NBA team?

21. In what year did the Canberra Raiders NRL team win their last premiership?

22. What is the name of the Matildas documentary on Disney+?

23. Which team won the 1995 AFL grand final?

24. And which team did they beat?

25. The Duckworth-LewisStern method features in which sport?

26. How many disciplines of fencing are there?

27. What is the highest target you can peg in darts?

28. Reece James is the captain of which English Premier League side?

29. Adam Zampa will play for which BBL club in the upcoming season?

30. How many players make up a curling team?

Drive away from the mainstream

By Alistair Kennedy, Marque Motoring

Renault Arkana is a stylish mid-sized SUV that arrived here in 2021 effectively replacing the short-lived Kadjar in Renault’s three-model SUV range. It sits between the compact Captur and the family-sized Koleos.

It’s slightly larger than Kadjar in all exterior dimensions but with almost identical engine outputs.

Renault Arkana comes in three variants: Zen, Intens and R.S. Line. There’s a single drivetrain combining a 1.3-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine with seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and front-wheel drive.

Styling

Arkana joins an increasing trend in the evolutions of SUVs with a smoother sloping rear profile that emphasises styling rather than all-road performance. With this in mind Renault is marketing Arkana as an SUV Coupe.

Combining the two different components can be challenging but the Renault designers have managed to do it and have put together a very attractive vehicle. One feature is a high (200 mm) ground clearance which lifts the Arkana without making it look too gawky.

Arkana R.S. Line adds comes with a specific front bumper design with an F1-inspired aero blade, 18-inch diamond-cut alloys, , R.S. Line badging, gun metal grey door trims, and front and rear skid plates.

LED lighting is used extensively including the headlights; daytime running lights; tail lights and turn indicators.

A small powered sunroof is optional on the Intens and standard on the R.S Line.

There are seven colour options, only Blue is standard the others are cost options.

Interior

Our test vehicle was the Arkana Intens with the optional sunroof which, together with the coupe-like lines, meant that entry proved a bit awkward. The driver’s seat has power adjustment but with a limited height range which, even at its lowest level, meant that my head grazed against the roof.

The R.S. Line has carbon-look interior trim, alloy sport pedals, a perforated leather steeringwheelwithR.S.Linebadging,redand grey contrast stitching, and R.S. badging.

It has a fully digital 10.25-inch instrument cluster, a frameless auto-dimming rear-view mirror, and a sunroof.

Rear space is excellent with surprisingly good headroom given the sloping roof and, courtesy of the 2720 mm wheelbase, plenty of kneeroom.

There’s leather and suede upholstery in the Intens and R.S. Line as well as electrically adjustable, heated and ventilated seats for both driver and front passenger.

ThecentrepieceoftheinterioroftheIntensis its9.3-inchportraitshapedtouchscreenwhich not only displays the normal infotainment features but also, through its multi-sense system, controls the pre-set Eco and Sport drive modes to adjust the powertrain and steering.

There’s also a MySense feature which allows the driver to customise these settings to suit their own individual preferences.

Directly below the touchscreen are a series of small buttons including quick access to the multi-sense system, front seat heating / cooling and door locking.

Sensibly, the air conditioning is controlled by three large knobs that are easy to reach and simple to operate. Unfortunately, the same can’t be said for the audio volume controls which require either a series of taps on small tabs at the bottom of the touchscreen or on small buttons on a steering column stalk behind the steering wheel.

There’s a good-sized space at the centre of the front console for storing smartphones

and, in the R.S., includes a wireless charging pad.TherearetwoadjacentUSBportsdirectly above it as well as AUX and 12-volt power sockets.

A small storage box sits below a slide-out armrest in the centre console.

The boot features a split-level floor that can take up to 485 litres at its lower level. With the 60/40 rear seatbacks folded that can be expanded to 1268 litres. A space-saver spare wheel sits beneath the lower floor setting.

Engine / transmission

Arkana has a 1.3-litre, four-cylinder turbo-petrol with outputs of 115 kW at 5500 rpm, and 262 Nm at 2250rpm. It drives the front wheels through a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic.

Safety

Renault Arkana comes with a five-star ANCAP safety rating with a high level of features in all variants including six airbags; electronic stability control; adaptive cruise control with speed limiter; blind spot warning; autonomous emergency braking including pedestrian and cyclist detection; lane departure warning and lane keep assist; traffic sign recognition; front, rear and side parking sensors; rear view camera; automatic headlights and windscreen wipers; ISOFIX child seat anchorage points; and tyre pressure monitoring.

The Intens and R.S.Line add rear cross traffic alert and speed limit alert.

Renault’s Easy Park Assist is standard in all models and uses a combination of sensors and rear-mounted camera for hands-free parking.

AT A GLANCE MODEL RANGE

Arkana Zen: $37,500

Arkana Intens: $41,000

Arkana R.S.: $45,000 SPECIFICATIONS

Renault Arkana Intens 1.3-litre turbo-petrol five-door hatchback

Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Renault dealer for drive-away prices.

Infotainment

ArkanausestheRenaultEasyLinkmultimedia system through a 7.0-inch landscape touchscreen in the Zen and a 9.3-inch portrait touchscreen in the Intens and R.S.Line.

Likewise, the higher-spec variants get a 7.0-inch driver’s digital instrument cluster with the option of a full-digital 10.25-inch screen while the Zen has a 4.2-inch display.

Satellite navigation isn’t offered in the Zen but is standard in the Intens and R.S.Line.

All variants get a six-speaker Arkamys AuditoriumSoundsystem,AppleCarPlayand Android Auto connectivity.

Driving Arkana uses the Renault credit card style key and includes ‘walk-away’ automatic door locking.

Although the rear window is large, its shape together with the broad C pillars do limit side and rear visibility quite significantly.

Arkana is quite sluggish off the mark with

little low-down torque and a jerky dual-clutch transmission. Switching to Sport mode makes a big difference and, apart from motorway cruising, we spent most of our time with it switched on. There is a bit of torque steer to catch the unwary.

Steeringissharpandresponsivewiththere’s only minimal body roll through corners although it is more SUV than coupe in that regard.

Ride provides a nice balance between firmness and comfort.

The extra ground clearance infers off-road capability, however that’s offset by the absence of an all-wheel drive option.

Fuel consumption is listed at 6.0 litres per 100 kilometres, we averaged a fairly good 7.2 L/100 km.

Summing up

Renault Arkana is a classy looking, well-equipped and competent vehicle that’s suretoappealtoloversofFrenchmarquesand anyone else looking for something away from the mainstream.

In terms of pricing, Arkana can be assessed as either a budget-priced Euro premium SUV-CoupecompetitoralaAudiQ3Sportback and BMW X2 or as a fairly expensive offering inthecongestedandhighly-competitivesmall SUV segment. The buying public will make that decision.

Renault Arkana comes with a five-year unlimited kilometre warranty, five years of capped price services with an impressive 30,000km service interval and five years roadsideassistancewhentheservicesaredone by an official Renault dealer.

Renault Arkana is a classy looking SUV Coupe crossover. (Pictures: Supplied)

It’s that time of year for finals

It’s finals time in several local footy and netball comps. Independent photographer Ivan Kemp went to Portarlington for the Drysdale vs Barwon Heads senior footy and Ocean Grove vs Queenscliff A Grade netball clashes and to Mount Moriac Reserve for the women’s senior preliminary finals.

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Left: Drysdale’s Nicholas Egan punches the ball away from his opponent. Centre: Cooper Ward takes control of the ball for Barwon Heads (top); Jake Hargreaves surveys his options.

Right: Kyle Polley takes a strong mark in defence. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 355585

Fionnuala McKeagney-Stubbs leaps high.

Emily Moroney passes the ball. (Pictures: ivan Kemp) 353660

Above: Rebecca O’Neill was dominant for Ocean Grove in A Grade. Left: Queenscliff’s Kaitlin Gladman accepts a pass.

Above: Ruby Bowers kicks forward.

Right: Grovedale players leave the ground after their preliminary final win.

Below: Zoe Unsworth completes a mark for Drysdale.

Below right: Jess Breur celebrates kicking a goal for Modewarre.

(Pictures: Ivan Kemp)

Semi-final time for local tennis

LOCAL TENNIS

Donna Schoenmaekers

It was semi-final week for Tennis Geelong’s Senior Competition and while the favourites had the upper hand in the majority of first-semis, it wasn’t a good week to finish third, with seven of the 10 bowing out in their elimination matches.

The three Men’s sections saw the minor premiers go straight through to the grand final with Newcomb winning 4-0, while Ocean Grove Blue and Geelong East Uniting scored 4-2 wins.

ThebattlesofthreevsfoursawBannockburn Green have a day out only dropping seven games to Clifton Springs in Section 1, Highton downed Surfcoast Bellbrae 5-1 in Section 2 and Hamlyn Park backed up their round nine win over Drydale getting up four sets to two in Section 3.

It was closer in the Mixed sections with Section 1 and 2 minor premiers Moolap Black and Grovedale winning through 4-2, while Moolap Yellow avenged their round 14 loss to Clifton Springs getting up 5-1, and Eastern Districts reversed their loss in round 11, winning 4-2 against Drysdale.

The elimination finals were tight with Grovedale ahead by three games against Highton Blue in Section 1, Newcomb by five games to Ocean Grove and two games to Western Heights Uniting in Sections 2 and 3, all matches at three sets all.

In Section 4, parents Mel and Chris Smith won the battle of Wandana with their Blue team prevailing over son Tom’s White team four sets to two.

In the Open Sections, Surfcoast Torquay were handed their first loss of season by Wandana Heights White, going down three rubbers to one in Section 1, while Moolap continued their winning run against Clifton Springs.

Moolap had three teams making up the four finalists in Section 2 along with Hamlyn Park, and both finals were tied at two rubbers apiece. Moolap Yellow beat Moolap Black for the second time in the first final by only two games, while Hamlyn Park followed up their round 12 win over Moolap Gold by two sets and five games.

InSection3,AllSaintsremainedundefeated with their third win over Lara 4-0 earning direct entry to the grand final, while Surfcoast Torquay had a harder time against Highton White, taking the first two rubbers before White fought back to take the remaining two, but not well enough to overcome the home team, with Torquay finishing ahead five sets to three and by eight games.

While most Girls and Green Ball sections were playing their final matches of the home and away season of Tennis Geelong’s Junior pennant, the Boys were in semi-final week and competition across all grades was fierce.

Section 4 was the only Girls section in finals

Swimmers crowned Vic short course champs

Geelong Swimming Club (GSC) has followed up its 2023 Victorian Country Championships win in January by taking out the 2023 Victorian Short Course Country Championships crown this month.

One of 35 clubs competing in Wangaratta on August 12 and 13, the GSC team of 75 competitors and coaches were the highest-scoring club at the meet, claiming the Robert Carmichael Memorial Trophy.

As well as taking out the club crown, GSC saw some excellent individual and team results,withclubmembersbreakinganumber of records over the weekend.

Club captains Nicole Briscoe and Cam Ricchini led from the front, with Briscoe breaking the 200m freestyle record and Ricchini setting a new 400m individual medley all-time best, while the club’s 13/ under mixed medley relay team also set a new record in their event.

GSC also entered three teams in the inaugural able-bodied/para relay event, which headlined the second day of the meet, claiming a silver medal.

GSC head coach and former Australian Dolphin Aaron Tenabel said the event was an important one on the swimming calendar.

“Country Champs is one of the first championship meets a swimmer can qualify for, so we all come together and cheer our team,” Tenable said.

“The racing is tough and fast which sets swimmers up for state and national championships in the coming weeks.”

Theswimmingclubhascontinuedtobenefit from year-round access to Kardinia Park Aquatic Centre, which was initiated during the COVID-19 pandemic.

While Geelong council’s 2023-24 draft budget proposed returning the aquatic centre to a seasonal facility, public outcry saw councillors include all-year funding for the centre, guaranteeing winter access to a 50-metre pool for the club.

“We are grateful to the City of Greater Geelong; access to facilities all year round enables our athletes to develop and our club to remain one of the most competitive,” Tenabel said.

Geelong Swimming Club’s record breaking 13/under relay team Chelsea Ronning, Dax Conheady, Zahlie Snijders and Jake Riches. (Supplied)

and saw Drysdale continue their unbeaten run witha5-1winoverOceanGrovetoprogressto the grand final, while Highton won a nailbiter against Western Heights Uniting by three games with the teams tied on sets.

In the Boys, Section 1 saw Wandana Heights have their third win against ladder leaders Geelong Lawn 5-1 to earn the week off, while Grovedalewonthetwodoublestogoahead4-2 over Ocean Grove Blue to keep their chances alive.

Barwon Heads progressed to the grand final inbothSections2and4withwinsoverClifton Springs White and Lara four sets to two, while Wandana Heights came through in the

elimination finals of the same grades four sets to two over Grovedale and Surfcoast Jan Juc.

Grovedale had a bad day in Section 3 with their Yellow team going down to Geelong Lawn 4-2, but will have a second chance at making the decider when they face All Saints who defeated Grovedale Black.

Section 5 had the closest matches of the day with both matches decided on games when the sets were tied at three-all. Geelong Lawn WhiteandGreenfacedoffinthefirst-semiand the teams were neck and neck through all the sets, with Green prevailing.

Highton won through to the prelim with a win over Western Heights Uniting by one game. Highton started well winning the first two singles, but the Heights countered winning the third and fourth before the teams split the doubles.

Section 9 also had Geelong Lawn White and Green pitted against each other with another match tied on sets. The teams were dead level going into the doubles, and with White taking the first 6-5 and Green the second 6-4, Green gotacrossthelinebyjustonegame.Whitewill have a second chance next week and will play All Saints who took a 5-1 win against Hamlyn Park.

Hamlyn Park fared better in the elimination final in Section 7 where they held on over Drysdale. The Park were ahead 3-1 after the singles, and while Drysdale rallied to win both doubles, they couldn’t make up the game difference. Hamlyn Park will face Grovedale Yellow who went down to Club rivals Grovedale Black 4-2 in the first-semi.

Wandana Heights had their fourth win of the morning in Section 6 with a 4-2 win over Ocean Grove, their third for the season, to put them into the prelim next week. They will face Highton White who went down to Geelong Lawn, who also won four matches for the day.

Geelong Lawn had another close one in Section 8 against Bannockburn, when they finished the morning tied at three sets all. The teams were separated by one game going into the doubles, but with a 6-2 win and 6-5 loss, Bannockburn got over the line.

Leopold/Moolap had an easier time in the elimination final with their win over Western Heights Uniting and will relish their chance against Lawn this week.

Left: Section 2 Highton – Grant Elmes, Mark Charles, Allison Blake, Adam Thomas.

Right: Surfcoast’s Jesse Mazur (top), and Lochie Hindle. (Pictures: Supplied)

Joeys’ loss dashes finals hopes

St Joseph’s 30-point loss to Colac on Saturday August 20 put an end to its Geelong Football League finals hopes for season 2023.

While it’s mathematically possible for Joeys to make the finals, reality is that it’s not going to happen.

They would need to thrash Geelong west andhopeNewtown&ChilwelldefeatLeopold by plenty. Even then, they would need to make up around 37 percentage points, which is a bridge way too far.

The win meant Colac can challenge for top spot although St Mary’s should defeat Bell Park this Saturday to win the minor

premiership.

Jarrod and Dustin Walters were at their bestforColacintheround17winwhileJames Hickey (24 touches) was best for St Joseph’s.

South Barwon stayed in the hunt for a double chance come finals with a win against St Mary’s.

To snatch third spot, the Swans must upset Colac and hope Leopold defeats Newtown & Chilwell.

Rowan Gough and Kelly O’Neil were best in the nine-point win while Charlie Sprague and Sam Christensen played well for St Mary’s.

Leopold pretty much guaranteed a finals spot with an 84-point win against St Albans.

Logan Wagener was best afield and had support from Harris Jennings and James Edmonds.

Sam Donegan was everywhere for the Supersaints with three goals and 31 disposals.

Newtown & Chilwell had the percentage booster it wanted with a 111-point win against Lara.

Midfielder Matthew Boag was prolific with an astonishing 47 possessions and Braden Hocking booted five goals for the Eagles and Bayley Cockerill was again good for Lara with

Heads hang on in a finals classic

Barwon Heads won a thrilling Bellarine Football League qualifying final to earn the right to meet Torquay this Saturday.

The Seagulls hung on in the dying stages to defeat Drysdale by two points on Saturday August 20 at Portarlington. Final scores 11.6(72) to 10.10(70).

A blistering opening term with the wind nettedtheHeadssixgoalstoone,butDrysdale hit back in the second to lead by eight points at half time.

Two goals to five into the breeze in the third quarter meant the Hawks trailed by just two goals going into the final term.

But in a low-scoring last quarter Drysdale could manage just one goal and five behinds

while Barwon Heads scored a solitary point.

The Seagulls hung on with some manic defending and will now play Torquay for the right to progress to the grand final.

Charlie Brauer and Charlie Hurst were best for Barwon Heads while key forward Brock Close kicked four goals and was a constant aerial threat all day.

Luke Preece and Lauchlan Dalgleish were best for Drysdale and Jack Hargreaves booted three majors.

Drysdale now goes into a knockout first-semi final against Anglesea on Sunday at Portarlington.

Anglesea was impressive in its 32-point win against Modewarre.

Modda led by two points at the long break, but a seven-goal third term saw the Roos home 13.18(96) to 9.10(64).

Modda lost two players to injury including captain Jeremy Ollis, but Anglesea was too good and kept the dangerous forward duo of Connor Joseph (goalless) and Tom Hornsey (two) quiet.

Jack Baker booted three goals for Anglesea and youngster Noah McGregor-Dawson was best.

Modda co-coach Chris Carlson won’t be at helm next season after stepping down from his role after the game.

Justin Flynn

22 kicks and 14 handballs.

Stephen Benstead was best afield as Bell Park defeated Grovedale by 78 points.

Three goals each to Wilson Mack, Luke Ball and Harry Lear helped the Dragons to their eighth win of the season. Mitch Chafer kicked three for the Tigers.

Geelong West overcame a tenacious North Shore by seven points with David Handley (32 possessions) and Josh Dwyer (25) leading the way while Jacob Sammut-Miljevic (four goals and 28 possessions) and Cameron Anderson (three goals and 25 touches) were best for the Seagulls.

Hawks fly high to grab third

Inverleigh grabbed third spot on the Geelong & District Football League ladder and will have a double chance in finals, which get underway this weekend.

TheHawkshadnotroubleindisposing of a disappointing Werribee Centrals to the tune of 106 points on Saturday August 19.

It completed a bizarre season for Centrals. At one stage they were looking like the form side of the competition, but a massive capitulation over the past month highlighted their fall from grace. It’s a different tale for Inverleigh, however, which needed to win to grab third spot.

The Hawks booted six goals to four in the opening term, but the Centurions would go on to add just one more major for the afternoon as Adam Donohue ran amok, finishing with seven goals.

James Hussey and Dalton Grundell added four each and Lachlan Buyel three with the Hawks booking a qualifying final matchup against Bell Post Hill this Saturday.

Bell Post Hill will go into the clash fresh after its second win against top side Thomson this season.

Afourgoaltononefirsttermsetupthe 14-point win with Will Ford starring up forwardwithsixgoalstotakehisseason’s tally to 61.

East Geelong needed things to go its way to steal third spot and while it held up its end of the bargain, it will have to settle for fourth spot and an elimination final against Bannockburn.

A 73-point win against Belmont was a nice lead up to the game this Sunday with Zac Smith and Will Hough each threading through four goals.

Smith has booted 69 goals this season and looms as a major threat in the finals. Bannockburn didn’t have things all its own way against Geelong West with a final winning margin of nine points.

A five goal to one third term was the difference as Callum Hetherington, Alex Beardsell and Bailey Alford (three goals) spearheaded the victory.

North Geelong saved its best for the final game of the season with a 30-point win against Corio.

The Magpies’ first win of the season also dragged them from the bottom of the ladder as Jacsen Jewell continued his stellar form.

North Geelong’s win confined Anakie to the wooden spoon after a 53-point loss to Winchelsea.

Leigh Ellis booted eight goals for Winch in a superb performance.

Ollie Wiltshire flies high for Barwon Heads against Drysdale. (Ivan Kemp) 355585_02

ROUND 24

Round 24

OVER 55’S You’re invited...

Men’s Day at Armstrong Green

Armstrong Green is RCA Villages newest Village, conveniently located in Armstrong Creek, across the road from the Warralily Shopping Centre, and only 20 minutes from Geelong.

If you are thinking of retirement living, we would love you to join us for a morning where we will explore all things important including men’s health, wellness and shared interests. This session is designed for men, by men.

You will be hearing from various guest speakers, participate in an interactive and insightful workshop, and enjoy complimentary hospitality including a late breakfast, morning tea and lunch. The door prize will be a Bunnings Gift Card.

At the end of the session, we invite the ladies along to join us in the Clubhouse for a gourmet BBQ.

We look forward to seeing you there. Reservations essential.

Freecall: 1800 777 898

DATE Thursday September 14, 2023

VENUE Armstrong Green Clubhouse

722-742 Barwon Heads Road

Geelong, Victoria

RSVP Wednesday Thursday Sept 7, 2023

Frecall 1800 777 898

*Places are limited. Event is for over 55’s.

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PLEASE NOTE

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