Geelong Indy - 1st September 2023

Jump to it, little aths is calling you

As winter sport comes to an end for another year, thoughts will start turning to summer activities.

Corio Little Athletics Centre is encouraging youngsters between five and 16 to try athletics this season and has a come and try day on Friday September 29, the AFL grand final public holiday.

The season begins on October 7 and the centre has five clubs competing together, not against each other – Corio West, Corio South, Bell Park, Golden Plains and Lara.

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Lara says no to incinerator

By Matt Hewson

Community groups are mobilising to raise awareness of and oppose Prospect Hill International’s (PHI) application to build a huge waste-to-energy incinerator just hundreds of metres from residential dwellings in Lara.

The community will hold a public rally at Austin Park in Lara at 11am on Saturday, September 16 to protest the facility. PHI’s application is currently before the EPA, which is in its final stages of its assessment of the proposal.

PHI contends in its application that the project “aligns with Victorian Government waste policy”, “supports energy from waste as a transition solution to reducing the use of

landfill” and would create hundreds of jobs during construction and around 30 ongoing positions during the facilities operation. However, environmentalists, health experts and residents oppose the plant for many reasons, including human health impacts, greenhouse gas and noise emissions, the undermining of best waste management practices and the visual impact of the facility’s 80-metre stack.

At a community meeting at Lara Golf Club last week a crowd of about 150 residents heard from a panel including Australian National University senior lecturer Dr Peter W Tait and Greens MP Dr Sarah Mansfield.

Lara resident Charles Street, who helped organise the meeting, said community members were nearly universally opposed to

the incinerator.

“At the meeting an audience member stood up and asked, how many people are opposed to this?” Mr Street said.

“Almost every hand in the room went straight up. The Lara community is opposed to this.”

Mr Street said the biggest concern for residents was the potential risks to human health, a concern supported by current scientific understanding.“

Dr Peter Tait, along with 10 other doctors, reviewed all scientific publications about waste incineration and public health,” he said.

“They found significant associations betweenwasteincinerationandtheoccurrence of cancers, preterm births, miscarriages, birth defects and infant deaths.”

Dr Mansfield pledged at the meeting to sponsor the community’s petition to the state government to block the incinerator.

“It’sveryclearlocalresidentshavedonetheir homework and don’t want this project going ahead,” she said.

“Waste incineration is not safe, it’s not clean, and it’s not renewable.”

“Residents have got serious concerns about the health and environmental fallout of having a massive, waste-guzzling incinerator near their schools and houses and they won’t be backing down on this.”

CrHathwaysaidGeelongcouncilhadnotyet takenapositionontheproposal,butshehoped to get formal discussions happening between councillors this week.

PHIdidnotrespondtorequestsforcomment.

Family have been proudly conducting funerals in Geelong for four generations

Anoop, Tobias and Jaxx clear the hurdle and can’t wait for the start of the Little Aths season. (Ivan Kemp) 343149_03

New Geelong CEO takes charge

By Matt Hewson

Ali Wastie has officially begun her tenure this week Geelong’s new chief executive.

The City of Greater Geelong has spent the last 12 months without a permanent figure in the role and had its search for a chief executive delayed by an investigation by state monitors into its recruitment process.

Ms Wastie has taken over from Kaarina Phyland, who has acted as caretaker in the role since last September.

Geelong council has recently confronted a rash of ongoing hot button issues, including

budget issues, contentious high rise developments, bike lanes, adequate library funding and the abortive Commonwealth Games, to name a few.

Ms Wastie has over a decade of experience working within local government, spending the last four and a half years as the Bass Coast Shire chief executive.

She said she was looking forward to engaging with a community that was passionate about the way their city was managed.

“Geelong is full of opportunity and promise, and I really love the fact that the

community has already set a very strong and compelling vision to be a clever and creative city,” Ms Wastie said.

“I really love it when the community is interested… in what the council is doing, because they care.

“Building trust with communities is incredibly important for me, so I’ll be getting out and about as much as I can, and also building that within our own organisation.

“Local governments are here to support the ongoing health and well-being of our people and our communities. Not everyone is faring that well in Victoria, and indeed Geelong, so

Forum to help those ‘stuck in limbo’

A forum is coming to Geelong to raise awareness of the current government policies that keep refugees in a “state of limbo”. TheFairnessYettoComeforumwilloccurat the Wesley Uniting Church on 100 Yarra Street on Thursday, September 14, from 7.15pm.

Sue Longmore, from the Queenscliff Rural AustraliansforRefugees(RAR)andCombined Refugee Action Group (CRAG), said the forum focused on the issues in Australia’s refugee policy.

“You can’t build a future because you never know whether you’re going to be returned to the country you feared. So, you live in a state of mental trauma,” she said.

“There seems to be no pathway for these 12000 people to permanency as they’ve been here for up to 11 years in a state of limbo and haven’t been able to reunite with family members.”

Ms Longmore said the forum looked to raise refugee awareness and provide a potential resolution to the government to help “find justice for this group of people”.

“At the very least, the Albanese Government recognises that these people were judged under an unfair system,” she said.

“Their claims for asylum should be reviewed and new information provided because 11 years is a long time... and people shouldn’t have

Technology protects wetlands

Robot cameras and drones will look for water blockages and litter to help protect the Karaaf Wetlands in North Torquay.

The technology is part of an Environment Protection Authority (EPA) and Surf Coast Shire Council program that looks to protect the surrounding environment through home-building site inspections.

EPA Southwest regional manager Tanya McAteer said the Karaaf Wetlands were an important asset to the community and the Wadawurrung Traditional Owners.

“Wetlands are ecosystems that perform an essential role. They purify stormwater, reduce the effect of floods, store carbon and support native birds, animals and aquatic life,” Ms McAteer said.

“The wetlands are downstream from new estates and fed by stormwater drains and local

waterways, which makes them vulnerable to any chemicals, litter and sediment.”

EPA officers will be looking for General Environmental Duty (GED) compliance, which requires all Victorians to help protect the environment and people’s health from pollution.

“Pollutants and chemicals in this environmentcanthreatentheentireecosystem, so it’s everyone’s responsibility to protect it,” Ms McAteer said.

“We would like to do the job with education and cooperation, but we won’t hesitate to fine or prosecute offenders who put the wetlands at risk with carelessness or deliberate offending.”

People can report signs of pollution to EPA’S 24-hourhotlineon1300372842orbyproviding details at epa.vic.gov.au/report-pollution/ reporting-pollution

to live separated from family and unable to move on.”

MsLongmoresaidshehopedpeoplefromthe Geelong community would attend the forum and reach out to their local members and key politicians to help find a positive outcome for the issue.

The Fairness Yet to Come forum will be run by CRAG, Bellarine for Refugees, and Queenscliff RAR and features speeches by asylum seeker with lived experience Geetha Ramachandran, asylum seeker advocate Sr BrigidArthur,andRefugeeLegalseniorlawyer Ben Goulding.

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I’ll have a focus on some of our people who are doing it a bit tough.”

Ms Wastie said infrastructure was a priority for an area like Geelong that was experiencing high growth levels.

“With growth comes opportunity and investment, but we’ve seen in other parts of Victoria where people have come but the infrastructure isn’t there,” she said.

“You want the infrastructure first, so communities can come in and have access to all those services and open spaces, things that everyone deserves and needs for good health and well-being.”

Beanies reach a milestone

A Geelong charity has hit a fundraising milestone for Type 1 diabetes awareness, and its popular beanies have sold out. The Type 1 Foundation hit its target of 5000 beanies sold while celebrating its eighth birthday this year.

Chief executive Ange Liston-McCaughley said the beanies were sent all over Australia throughout winter to help people and families living with Type 1 diabetes.

“Our aim is to raise awareness and then we do lots of support around the area with the funds that we raise,” she said. “We create programmes, events, camps and support programmes for familieswithachilddiagnosedwithtype one diabetes or an adult in the family.

“We also send care packages to children when they’re diagnosed, and host dinners, online events, support programmesforfamiliestogettogether.”

Ms Liston-McCaughley started the charityafterher19-year-olddaughterwas diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes 10 years ago, which was initially misdiagnosed and nearly led to her going into a coma. She said she “never thought it would be possible” to raise $1 million and that it was “so exciting” to see the foundation’s beanies “out and proud” in the community.

“I love seeing people wearing the beanies and I love that they create conversations,” Ms Liston-McCaughley said. “We’re really lucky that we have a lotofgreatsupportandthatmanypeople get behind our campaign.”

For more Type 1 Foundation information or to donate, go to type1foundation.com.au

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CRAG’s Semele Costelloe, left, Sue Longmore, Yogeshwaran Kanthasamy, Austin Patterson, Sintho Sira, Kethiswaran Dopa and Linda Cusworth prepare for the The Fairness Yet to Come forum. (Ivan Kemp) 356127_03

Referendum set for 14 October

Geelong for Yes has welcomed the announcement of the Voice to Parliament referendum to be held on 14 October.

The 2023 referendum asks Australians if the Constitution should be changed to recognise the First Peoples of Australia. The change will create an advisory body called the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voice. The advisory body will consist of representatives chosen by First Nations communities. As an advisory body, it has no power to create legislation.

Geelong for Yes campaign organiser and local Kayne Harwood said he has been amazed by the level of grassroots support for the Yes

campaign in Geelong.

“We already have a team of 250 passionate volunteers working in five local ‘Yes’ groups, and our volunteer numbers are still growing fast,” he said.

“Since forming in late June, we have held around 70 campaign actions - handing out leaflets and having conversations at stalls and train stations, door knocking and making calls. It might just be the biggest grassroots campaign Geelong has seen.”

Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative Actingchief executive Jason Kanoa also welcomed the announcement.

“Recognising Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples in the Australian constitution by establishing a Voice to Parliament will ensure that we are the ones guiding the decisionsthataffectourcommunities,”hesaid.

Belmont, Highton ‘Yes’ leader Elaine Carbines AM said locals have shown great interest in the regular street stalls.

“Pleasingly many indicated that they intended to vote ‘yes’ at the upcoming referendum,” she said.

Senator Sarah Henderson is among the ‘no’ voters and hosted a Voice Community Forum at Geelong West Town Hall on August 18.

Business boost for five women

FiveGeelongbusinesswomenwilltakepartin a program to help them take their enterprises to the next level thanks to scholarships from the City of Greater Geelong.

Nichole Chambers, Simone Araujo Gugliandolo, Jessica Kerr, Tamara Shaw and Terri Wilby each received a $3000 scholarship to participate in the year-long Business Accelerator Program conducted by Business in Heels.

Theprogramaimstohelpwomengainsales and collaborators, digitise their business and become self-sustaining as quickly as possible through mentorship, group sessions,

personalised training and business support.

Local business owner Thilini Herath from Flores Cakes took part in the program last year thanks to a Business Accelerator scholarship.

“Before I joined the program, I didn’t know anything about how to start or run a small business, but the program was fantastic in helping me to understand the ABCs of business,” Ms Herath said.

“The program offers round the clock support that I haven’t had from anywhere else and whether the question was big or small, the team was always happy to help

guide me.

“My message to women new to the business world would be to follow your heart and not give up, talk to mentors and get support from resources like Business in Heels, because you can be successful.”

Business in Heels chief executive Lisa Sweeney thanked the City for supporting the program and women entrepreneurs.

“We’re excited to work with a fresh intake of talented and driven women and help them develop skills and confidence to become the next business leaders in Greater Geelong,” Ms Sweeney said.

Close to 200 local residents attended the event,withmanyexpressingconcernsaboutthe Albanese government’s lack of transparency.

“We all want to help indigenous Australians indisadvantagedcommunities,buttheVoiceis not the answer,” Ms Henderson said.

“ItwouldenshrineaVoiceintheConstitution with few limits to its scope and few details.’’ Federal Member for Corio Richard Marles and Member for Corangamite Libby Coker said voting ‘yes’ was about “recognising and listening, so that we can make a practical difference to the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people”.

Council yes to museum plan

Geelong council has announced in-principle support for the Geelong Museum of Motoring and Industry, with theformerFordfactorynominatedasthe preferred site.

The museum would house a collection of historically significant vehicles, artworksandartefactsfromthemotoring and other important industries based in Geelong throughout the city’s history.

The collection, which is currently in storageatanumberofsitesinMelbourne and Geelong, includes cars from the Model T to some of Ford’s last produced models, as well as one of pioneering inventor James Harrison’s original refrigerators. Council no ted the results of a business feasibility study, which also looked at the idea of a ‘Big Thing’ for Geelong. Deputy mayor Anthony Aitken and former councillor Kylie Grzybkputforwardanoticeofmotionin November 2021 to investigate the ideas of a dedicated museum and Big Thing in Geelong.

Cr Aitken said the Museum of Motoring and Industry was an opportunity for Geelong to embrace its history as a manufacturing giant in Australia.

“Our industrial and motoring history… is such an important component of our development as a city over the last 100 years,” he said.

“And I’m pleased to say that the feasibility report not only says it’s viable, it says that it is warranted.’’

Cr Aitken encouraged current owners oftheformerFordfactorysitetoconsider Geelong’s heritage if the museum sought to be located there.

The report also identified Seagull Paddock as a second option for both the motoring museum and the Big Thing.

are many ways you can give us a hand.

Deputy mayor Anthony Aitken with Lisa Sweeney, Jessica Kerr, Tamara Shaw, Terri Wilby and Simone Araujo Gugliandolo. (Supplied)

A lesson to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic was just how important our outdoor facilities are for Geelong’s young people.

The physical and mental benefits that come from an accessible and free recreation space are immense.

Council manages 15 different skate parks across the region, catering to a range of ages and abilities close to residential areas.

We have allocated funds to provide new and improved facilities at key sites, and a lot of that investment is coming to fruition.

With strong support from the Victorian government ($1.34 million), we are closing in on re-opening a $1.95m upgrade of the Waurn Ponds skate park.

Work is also underway on the second stage of the St Leonards Skate Park redevelopment.

Key features of the upgrade include:

• An expanded skate area, including mini-ramp, quarter pipes, flat banks, rails and manual pad

• Plaza and park features

• New shelter and seating areas; and a

• Drinking fountain.

Stage one works saw the existing skate park demolished, and the installation of basketball, netball and futsal facilities.

The concept design for stage two was developed with the local community, including skaters.

Council has contributed $310,000 to the project, with a further $360,000 coming from the Victorian government.

Other skate parks will be benefitting from a refresh.

Mayor Trent Sullivan.

Maintenance will be carried out at different parks over the coming months, with crews to focus on Lara next week.

The work will improve the facilities and make the parks safer for all users.

It has been a week for new beginnings.

With a new CEO and another councillor joining the team, there has been an injection of enthusiasm and energy.

The council went more than five years with 10 of the same councillors that were elected in 2017.

There was just the one change in this period, with Cr Belinda Moloney elected at the 2020 poll.

This consistency was an advantage as we had a strong focus on developing, and working towards, long-term plans for the community.

Since late last year, for a variety of career and family reasons, three of the original 10 have departed.

In recent months, we’ve seen Cr Melissa

Cadwell (Brownbill) and Cr Sarah Hathway (Windermere) bring different perspectives and experiences to the group.

Today, I’ll have the honour of welcoming our newest councillor to the City of Greater Geelong.

Elise Wilkinson, who was elected by a countback of votes from the 2020 election, will be officially sworn into office at Wurriki Nyal. She will become our third Bellarine Ward representative, providing us with great coverage and local knowledge from the north to the south.

The City has also welcomed its new Chief Executive Officer, Ali Wastie.

Ms Wastie has become a familiar face around Wurriki Nyal in recent weeks, meeting employees in preparation for her official start last Monday. She brings proven leadership skills and a wide range of experience and will be a great addition to both the organisation and the Greater Geelong community.

Seeking local artists and writers

Marshall Station public artworks

As part of the South Geelong

we are seeking local artists to deliver two

at Marshall Station.

We are seeking a writer, text-based artist or graphic designer, and a sculptural artist to create works which will focus on the industrial heritage of the Geelong area. The artworks will play an important role in acknowledging the rich history of the area, and creating a sense of identity for the community.

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Geelong’s local hero finalists

By Jena Carr

Three people are in the running to be named Geelong’s local hero for their positive community efforts.

Westfield Geelong announced Brian Edward, Jade Hamilton and Libby Bate as finalists for the 2023 Westfield Local Heroes community and recognition grants program.

The successful hero will be awarded a $20,000 grant for the group or organisation they represent, while each finalist will receive $5000.

Libby Bate is the president of the Cancer After Care Group Geelong and said it was “overwhelming” to be selected as a finalist for her cancer support and funding work.

“Itfeelsgoodtoknowthatwe’vebeenableto do things for Andrew Love Cancer Centre and our local community, going over and above what government funds supply,” she said.

“The joy I get out of what I’ve done in my role is sufficient for me and the recognition’s fantastic but it’s not something I’m looking for.”

Lions Club of Geelong Corio Bay children’s camp coordinator Brian Edward APM OAM, 83, has raised close to $400,000 for children

CITYNEWS

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.

Discover the wonder of ‘Our Backyard’ at Geelong Nature Festival

Join us as we get outdoors for an exciting, multi-dimensional six-week event, showcasing our natural wonders through September and October

With an array of nature-based activities, workshops, guest speakers, presentations and displays, the festival is a journey spanning six different landscapes (locations) across Wadawurrung Country.

Beginning with the urban landscape of central Geelong, moving to Armstrong Creek (wetlands), Highton and Waurn Ponds (waterways), Portarlington (coast), North Geelong (plains) and Anakie (hills), each week of activities will showcase the features of each landscape.

There are more than 80 inspiring events being held from Friday 15 September to Sunday 29 October with many being organised by passionate local nature groups. There’s something for everyone to learn and engage with nature in our own ‘backyard.’

We are proud to organise the festival in partnership with the Geelong Field Naturalist Club with support from Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation, the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action, the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority, as well as the many dedicated community volunteer groups. For more information and to book, scan the QR code or visit geelong.link/NatureFestival

in need and said he felt “very lucky” to be recognised for his work.

“Helpingthecommunityhasbeenmywhole life... and I’ve always been involved in some sort of activity involving underprivileged people,” he said.

“It would be very pleasing to win the award but the whole intent is to use the prize money to assist deserving children who come from the lower socioeconomic neighbourhoods of Geelong.”

Lazarus Community Centre general manager Jade Hamilton was also selected as a finalist for her role in offering a welcoming space that provides daily access to cooked lunches, showers, and laundry facilities.

Westfield Geelong centre manager Lauren Frew said she was “delighted to shine a spotlight” on members in the community and encouraged people to vote on their next local hero by September 11.

“This year’s finalists span a wide range of sectors, showcasing the widespread and positive impact of these grants to the community,” she said.

To vote for a local hero or for more information, visit westfield.com.au/ local-heroes

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Municipal Emergency Management Planning Committee community representatives

We are seeking two community representatives on a volunteer basis to join our Municipal Emergency Management Planning Committee (MEMPC) for a two-year period.

The MEMPC membership includes council, emergency response agencies (such as Victoria Police, Country Fire Authority, Victoria State Emergency Service), recovery agencies and local industry representatives. It is a collaborative committee primarily responsible for planning and preparing for emergencies.

For more information and to apply, scan the QR code or visit geelong.link/MEMPC

Expressions of Interest close at 5.00pm on Friday 29 September.

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 visit geelong.link/ CalendarVote

HAVE YOUR SAY

Neighbourhood Conversations - Drysdale

Tuesday 5 September from 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

›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 more information, scan the QR code or visit geelong.link/ NeighbourhoodConversations

Horsehoe Bend Community Hub

We are planning a brand new community hub for the growing Charlemont community. The Horseshoe Bend Community Hub will be located on the corner of Amber Avenue and Precinct Road and will be home to early years services (for example, kindergarten and maternal and child health) and multipurpose community spaces.

We’re seeking your ideas to help ensure the Horseshoe Bend Community Hub is a functional and friendly facility for all members of the community to socialise and participate in various programs and events. Share your ideas by 5.00pm on Friday 15 September For more information and to share your thoughts, scan the QR code or visit geelong.link/ HorseshoeBendHub

Hannah Moloney from ABC's Gardening Australia will launch Geelong Nature Festival 2023.

Photo by Daniel Martin - finalist for our 2024 calendar cover.

Cancer After Care Group Geelong president Libby Bate.

Left: Lazarus Community Centre general manager Jade Hamilton. Right: Lions Club of Geelong Corio Bay children’s camp coordinator Brian Edward. (Pictures: Supplied)

Gloria Swanson by Philippe Halsman

Funding for family violence plan

By Jena Carr

A Geelong support organisation will receive funding to help prevent family violence in multicultural communities.

Cultura received $90,000 for its Safer and Stronger Families Project (SSFP) from the state government’s Supporting Multicultural and Faith Communities to Prevent Family Violence Grants Program.

Chief executive Joy Leggo said the funding would help Cultura provide primary family violence prevention and early intervention

services within multicultural communities.

“This grant will support the SSFP to continue to strengthen partnerships with community members and local services,” she said.

“It will help address the barriers facing people from multicultural communities and to ensure they have access to mainstream services.”

Ms Leggo said Cultura’s SSFP program would help develop cultural awareness, work with faith leaders and community members, and inform, connect and support women at

risk of family violence.

She also said recent evidence collected by Cultura and Barwon South West regional sector partners found many migrant and refugee women were unlikely to report or seek help from family violence.

“Cultura is committed to protecting, supporting and empowering people from migrant, refugee and asylum seeker backgrounds to understand the nature of family violence,” she said.

“As a leading multicultural support service in Geelong and the surrounds, it is our role to

understand the key drivers of family violence and educate our multicultural communities.”

Minister for Prevention of Family Violence Ros Spence said that “community organisations and trusted multicultural and multifaith leaders” helped prevent family violence in multicultural communities.

“This additional funding will help strengthen the work of community, faith and cultural organisations to prevent family violence and violence against women before it starts,” he said.

New uni research facility open in Waurn Ponds

A new research facility has opened in Waurn Ponds to help reduce waste and develop sustainable fabrics in a quicker time-frame.

Deakin University unveiled the new Future Fibres Facility at its Waurn Ponds campus in Geelong on August 25 during the launch of the Australian Research Council (ARC) Research Hub for Future Fibres.

Future Fibres Hub Director Professor Joe Razal said the facility would help research teams take new ideas through the prototype andproductionstagetocreatefabricsgenerated from waste products.

“In the past, we could produce a sample of a new material, but not a whole garment. We couldn’t go from lab to label before,” he said.

“Thanks to our new Future Fibres Facility, thefinalstepsinthatprocessarenowavailable.”

Professor Razal said the hub featured fibre production, yarn processing equipment, and specialised knitting and weaving machines to create products with less

“environmental impacts”.

“The research focuses on solving real-world problemsanddiscoveringwaystoreducewaste

from the manufacturing process,” he said.

“This not only benefits the local community with highly skilled jobs but also enhances our

international reputation for innovation in Australia.”

Deakin Vice-Chancellor Professor Iain Martin said work supported by the new fibre facility would benefit many industries, like automotive, mining and fashion, through partnership projects.

“These projects also have a strong sustainability and circular economy focus,” he said. “This includes the generation of fibres from new and sustainable sources, as well as fibres that can be recovered and reused.

“By creating smarter materials and technology, this work will contribute to Deakin’s mission to translate ideas to impact.

“Fostering innovation that strengthens the economy and enables a sustainable world.”

The Futures Fibres Facility is a collaboration between ARC, Deakin, and CSIRO, with university and industry partners, that use world-class research teams and facilities at Deakin’s Insitute for Frontier Materials.

Our Funeral Team are here when you need support and guidance.

Deakin acting deputy vice-chancellor Professor Matthew Clarke, left, Australian Research Council chief research officer Professor Christina Twomey, Australian National Fabrication Facility chief executive Dr Jane Fitzpatrick, and Future Fibres Hub director Professor Joe Razal. (Supplied)

A life of opportunities as part of a lifestyle community

Picture this: You find yourself stranded in a sea of wrapping paper and ribbon, keeping an ear out for the gingerbread in the oven and running through your mounting to-do list in your head.

You’ve heard each Christmas carol about a billion times each, and you still haven’t oiled the deck, fixed that hole in the wall or raked the garden.

We’re all familiar with what a whirlwind the lead-up to Christmas is, and no, you’re not dreaming, it’s nearly time to do it all again.

It isn’t just the stress of all the planning, shopping, catering and present-buying, it’s thatnaggingfeelingthatsurelyit’simpossible for time to pass so quickly. Well, we say no more! No more crazy Christmas chaos! No more panic at the passing of time!

When your days are spent doing things you love, you’ll never look back and wonder where the time’s gone. And when you’re living in a sparkling, brand new home, you can wave goodbye to the stress of gardening and home maintenance and say hello to no council rates and a lower cost of living.

Now that’s a Christmas present that won’t be re-gifted.

At Lifestyle Communities, life is what they do. They’re about opening up new opportunities, experiences and connections for the people who live in their communities. Why wait when a low-maintenance home and a low-stress life could be yours today?

Give yourself an early Christmas present – a life of opportunity, of peace, and of knowing that the best things in life come to those who reach out and grab them.

Call to speak with one of the team on 1300 50 55 60.

Join Pelican Shores’ vibrant community

Many retirees are downsizing to Pelican Shores Estate in Leopold due to the wonderful lifestyle that the village offers.

The over 50’s lifestyle community boasts a serene waterfront location in a rural setting. You’ll feel like you are a world away but everything you could need is within easy reach. Just minutes from the centre of Leopold and only 10 minutes from the Geelong CBD, Pelican Shores offers residents the best of both worlds.

Village manager Kimberley Keys said one of the things residents loved most about living at Pelican Shores was the sense of community and the informal care networks that it provides.

“Everyone supports each other and helps each other out wherever they can. Many also enjoy the social aspect and love getting together for various events and activities.” Ms Keys said.

Residents at Pelican Shores enjoy regular weekly gatherings, organised and run by the social club.

Whether it’s men’s lunch or ladies’ coffee on Mondays, fishing, darts and mahjong on Wednesdays or the ever-popular Friday happy hour, there’s numerous opportunities to enjoy time with new and old friends.

The variety of onsite facilities is another advantage that comes from village living.

“There’s so much to do here; there’s a resident’s workshop, lawn bowls, a swimming pool and heated spa, library, and even a movie theatre” Ms Keys said.

Residents appreciate the secure living environment that the village offers giving them peace of mind and allowing them to enjoy the ‘lock up and leave’ lifestyle.

Pelican Shores residents Norma and John couldn’t be happier with their decision to make Pelican Shores their home.

“Buying a home in Pelican Shores not only allowed us to free up extra cash but it is just such a beautiful place to live,” they said.

“Leaving for holidays is a breeze because there is nothing to worry about knowing your

home is safe. We have stunning views and can walk our dogs in some of Victoria’s best surroundingcountryside.Thestaffarefriendly and helpful, just a great place to call home.”

Pelican Shores offers a range of modern

new and pre-loved homes so you can choose a home that suits your lifestyle and budget. For more information visit pelicanshores. com.au or call (03) 5250 1382.

Pelican Shores residents drive and organise many community activities.

Left: Residents enjoying the estate’s home cinema. Right: The stunning views from Pelican Shores Estate. (Pictures: Supplied)

A new bench constructed by Pelican Shores men’s shed.

The confident choice in retirement living

Keyton is your confident choice in Australian retirement living, with 30-plus years of experience creating a fun and meaningful lifestyle for residents.

Positive community spirit is a big focus for us at Keyton, with our Abervale Retirement Village celebrating 40 years of connection, passion and quality homes.

We recently ran our Ruby Jubilee in honour of our 40th anniversary.

The members of our community formed a sea of red as we gathered in celebration.

Residents participated in a sit-down lunch, musical entertainment, creating a time capsule, and planting a tree during the day’s celebration organised by village manager Andrew Scholten.

The festivities highlight Keyton’s respect and appreciation for residents and staff in 76 villages across Australia in urban, regional and coastal settings, including Abervale.

Each of our retirement villages has a unique personality and offers many homes tailored to varying needs, as well as different payment options to make joining our villages as simple as possible.

The Abervale Retirement Village maintains a great sense of community, with residents able to have their say on the village through the resident committee.

Abervaleissurroundedbylushgardensthat help create a laid-back living experience in an unbeatable location with shopping centres, restaurants and necessary services nearby.

We run regular activities within our community to help inspire friendship and belonging among residents and staff and create an unbeatable culture.

Every day at our contemporary retirement village brings new opportunities to relax and have fun whilst making sure residents’ well-being is always at the forefront.

Keyton creates a fun and meaningful lifestyle for residents. Above: Keyton’s Abervale village celebrates 40 years with a Ruby Jubilee. (Supplied)

If you are ready to join an amazing community and make one of our homes your very own, then give us a call on 1800 550 550 or go to our website keyton.com.au today.

Come back again to Palais

The sun is starting to shine, the days are getting warmer, and we are all starting to emerge from hibernation.

Spring is just around the corner and it’s time to rock. Palais Geelong has just the thing to blow away those winter blues. On October 7, Ross Wilson and the Peaceniks will be live on stage celebrating 50 years of Eagle Rock.

From Daddy Cool to Mondo Rock and as a solo artist with no less than 26 ARIA Top 40 hits to his credit as a singer, songwriter and producer, Ross Wilson is one of Australia’s most awarded, respected and well-known artists.

From the legendary band Daddy Cool whose 1971 number one anthem ‘Eagle Rock’ smashed all previous sales records in Australia, to the 1977 formation of Mondo Rock, delivering 80’s hits ‘Cool World’, ‘State of The Heart’, ‘Chemistry’, ‘No Time’, and ‘Come Said The Boy’ and into the 21st century as a solo performer, producer and songwriter, Wilson has never been out of the limelight. Twice inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame, Wilson has written hits for Jimmy Barnes, John Farnham and Joe Cocker, and produced smash hit albums for Skyhooks, Jo Jo Zep & the Falcons and Screaming Jets.

If you haven’t seen the Palais’ stunning interior renovation, now is your chance. From beautiful art deco ballroom to cinema, bandroom and bingo centre, Palais Geelong is back, better than ever and bringing you the best of live music and entertainment in Geelong.

Relax and reminisce in our beautifully appointed foyer with a drink and snack from the brand new bar, before taking your seat in the grand ballroom for a night to remember.

Put a spring in your step, grab your friends

and Come Back Again to Palais Geelong this October to see an absolute solid gold legend ofrockwithhisbandThePeacenikscelebrate 50 years of Eagle Rock with a blistering live set jam packed with classic hits

For tickets and more info, see palaisgeelong.com

If you or your loved one are looking for care in Ocean Grove, Leopold or Grovedale, contact Homestyle Aged Care.

Concentric rehabilitation at Homestyle Aged Care

Concentric Rehabilitation offers a variety of services to the residents of Homestyle Aged Care. Concentric provides private rehabilitation services across a number of Homestyle facilities, with a wellness centre soon to be opening at Sea Views Manor in Ocean Grove and Belmont Grange in Grovedale.

The Wellness Package by Concentric provides goal centred, personalised multi-discipline therapy to the residents, in group and individual sessions with regular reassessments, and ongoing goal setting.

Concentrichavehelpedtheresidentsachieve some fantastic goals.

If you would like to know more about Concentric Rehabilitation at Homestyle Aged Careorifyouoryourlovedonearelookingfor care in Ocean Grove, Leopold or Grovedale, the admissions team can discuss your individual situation and advise on the many options available.

Call 1300 104 663 or visit homestyleagedcare.com.au

PALAIS GEELONG PRESENTS—

Ross Wilson is headed to Palais Geelong. (Supplied)

Delivering for Corangamite

Our plan for cheaper medicines:

Reduced the co-payment for Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme medicines.

60-day dispensing from September 1, which means two monthsʼ worth of medication for the price of a single script.

Funding support for community pharmacies.

The bulk-billing incentive has been tripled for the most common consultations.

Reborn aims to amaze and thrill

By Matt Hewson

Forthestagemagician,justasforthemusician, painter or surgeon, there are few things scarier than a permanent injury to one’s hands or arms.

For up-and-coming illusionist Luke Blaze, that was what he faced just before his 18th birthday four years ago.

Blaze was just about to take his show on the road when his right arm was mauled by the family dog in a completely unexpected attack.

“We still don’t know why, but he jumped up and went for my throat,” Blaze said. “As a natural reaction I put my forearm up to protect myself and he latched onto it with a locked jaw. It was very painful and quite serious.

“My father and mother rushed me to the hospital. Upon arrival the nurse saw the outcome of the incident and within minutes I was under the knife.”

After months of rehabilitation, Blaze regained most of the use of his arm, but it has never fully recovered.

Despite this, Blaze, at 22 years of age, has become one of Australia’s most promising escape artists and illusionists.

Havingbeenmentoredbycelebrityillusionist Cosentino, Blaze’s show Reborn includes an underwater escape, transportations, levitations, fire eating and, of course, cutting girls in half.

However, Blaze said it was the interaction with the audience that made his show unique.

“In a typical magic show you’d normally see about15to20percentof(trickswith)audience participation,” he said.

“In Reborn it’s about 60 per cent. So just over every second trick, I’m getting someone up on stage performing with me.

“Whenyouperformfromadistance,sure,it’s great, but when you can get audience members up and then allow them to enter the world of magic with you on stage it’s a lot stronger.

“It’sdefinitelyalotmorerewardingwhenyou can make the magic happen in their hands.”

Luke Blaze performs his show Reborn at the Palais Geelong on Saturday, September 16.

Ed Kuepper brings his universe to Queenscliff

Queenscliff Town Hall will host The Exploding Universe of Ed Kuepper, as part of the first tour showcasing the ARIA Hall of Famer’s solo material since 2009.

The Saint’s co-founder and his band will perform material from Kuepper’s solo albums

Electrical Storm (1985) and Honey Steel’s Gold (1991), both of which have been recently reissued on vinyl as part of Remote Control Records’ project to re-release Kuepper’s extensive catalogue.

One of Australian music’s most influential figures, Kuepper was the guitarist and primary songwriter for seminal punk-rock band the Saints’ first three albums, (I’m) Stranded, Eternally Yours and Prehistoric Sounds.

Following his departure from the Saints Kuepper recorded and released music prolifically, both as a solo artist and as part of bands including Laughing Clowns and The Aints!

Over the last two decades Kuepper has continued to produce his own music, as well as providing sound tracks for radio and film and playinginbandssuchasNickCaveandtheBad Seeds.

Kuepper said the upcoming national tour, which will run throughout September, would bemorethan“justastrolldownmemorylane”.

“To me, it’s going to be a living experience,” he said.

“Hopefully something really involving that is both nostalgic for people that have heard (the material) before but also kind of takes it somewhere else.

“Going back to the days when you could

actually tour a lot, there’d be a special thing that was unique about every show, something that never got repeated. I want to get a bit of that in there.”

Kuepper’s band will include his long-time collaborator and Geelong local Mark Dawson on drums, Peter Oxley on bass, Alister Spence onkeyboardsandEamonDilworthontrumpet. The Exploding Universe of Ed Kuepper is at Queenscliff Town Hall on Friday, September 8.

Matt Hewson

Australian music legend Ed Kuepper. (Supplied)

Luke Blaze (Supplied)

The Guide

THE CONTROL ROOM

ABC TV, Friday, 8.30pm

Meet Gabe, an ordinary emergency call centre worker in Glasgow, whose life is about to be turned inside out in this breakneck, moody thriller. The story goes how you might expect – Gabe receives an alarming, life-changing phone call about a death – but quick smart, the viewer realises this call for help isn’t like all the rest. Scotsman Iain De Caestecker (pictured, AgentsofS.H.I.E.L.D. TheWinterKing) radiates fear as Gabe – inevitably you’ll begin wishing you hadn’t got caught up in his twisting and turning predicament. Thankfully, this gritty yet expertly pieced together puzzle, is told in just three succinct parts.

MATT OKINE IS GOING TO DIE

ABC TV, Tuesday, 8.30pm

It’s something of a relief and a delight to have comedian Matt Okine (pictured) bravely delve into the sombre subject of death in this illuminating and cathartic Catalystspecial. The newly minted Mother andSonstar is on an admirable pursuit to uncloak the taboo of dying; after losing his mother at 12 to breast cancer and now a father himself, Okine tackles the painful subject to show how facing our own demise can be a gift. From planning for death, to exploring legacy we leave, he travels Australia discovering how medical science is blurring the line between life and death and even how some people are donating their brains to science. Tune in for his life-affirming journey.

Friday, September 1

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. Sophie explains how flowers fruit.

8.30 Miniseries: The Control Room. (Mal) Part 1 of 3. An emergency call handler receives a desperate call from a woman who appears to know him.

9.30 Midsomer Murders. (PG, R) Barnaby and Nelson join forces with two Danish detectives to investigate a murder.

11.00 ABC Late News. Coverage of the day’s events.

11.20 Miniseries: Innocent. (Mals, R)

12.05 Harrow. (Mav, R)

1.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.35 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys: The Suwannee River. (PGav, R) Narrated by Bill Nighy.

8.30 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire: Lifeline Nile. (Premiere, PGav) Explores ancient Egyptian history.

9.30 New York: The City That Never Sleeps: Biggest. (PGal, R) Part 3 of 3.

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Vise Le Coeur. (MA15+a)

11.50 Reunions. (Ma, R) 1.45 Box 21. (MA15+av, R)

3.35 Mastermind Australia. (R)

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

THE SECRET GENIUS OF MODERN LIFE

SBS Viceland, Saturday, 6.25pm

Brit Hannah Fry is a mathematician and science presenter with a thirst for knowledge and an admirable mission to share it. Her previous shows include TheJoyof Data, MagicNumbersand TheJoy ofWinning, but this time she’s on a quest to reveal the brains (aka technology) that underpin our contemporary world. In tonight’s premiere, the ubiquitous bank card is under her lens. Fry is the perfectly engaging host as she unpacks the origins of this now-everywhere piece of plastic and shares the genius of its inner workings. It’s a fascinating and educational series the whole family can enjoy.

Recipe for success:

Tommy and Rach kick off a new season of MyKitchen Rules

PICK OF THE WEEK

MY KITCHEN RULES

Seven, Monday, 7.30pm

Ask the producers of any reality series – it’s one thing for contestants to behave in a sterile studio environment, where cameras and lighting follow their every move, but out in the real world – or even better, in their own home – all bets are off. Returning for its 13th season tonight, this stalwart of Australia’s crowded cooking show landscape once again sees real people open up their homes to judges Manu Feildel and Colin Fassnidge and their fellow contestants, with a return to the format’s original recipe – each state is represented by a team of two, serving their family favourites. Kicking off the Instant Restaurants is WA’s “just friends” team Tommy and Rach, who are hoping for a perfect score.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 1. Melbourne v Collingwood.

9.15 MOVIE: Ghostbusters. (2016, PGhlv, R) Four New Yorkers band together to save the city from an otherworldly threat. Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon.

11.40 The Voice. (PG, R) Hosted by Sonia Kruger.

1.25[MEL]Reverie.(Mav, R)

1.30 Home Shopping.

2.30[MEL]HomeShopping.(R)

4.00[MEL]MillionDollarMinute.(R)

4.30[MEL]MillionDollarMinute.(R)

5.00[MEL]NBCToday.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Mega Zoo. (PG, R)

8.30 MOVIE: Monster-In-Law. (2005, Ms, R) A woman tries to prevent her son’s wedding. Jennifer Lopez, Jane Fonda.

10.30 MOVIE: The Vow. (2012, PGalns, R)

12.30 MOVIE: Collateral Beauty. (2016, Ml, R) Will Smith, Edward Norton, Kate Winslet. 2.20 It’s All Greek To Me. (R) 2.50

9Honey: He Said She Said. (PG) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Postcards. (PG, R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R)

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

7.30 Location, Location, Location Australia. (Final) 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. (Mlv, R) Guests include Jamie Lee Curtis, Eric Idle, David Tennant, Lydia West and Robbie Williams.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

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Saturday, September 2

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. (PG, R) 2.00 Miniseries: The Control Room. (Mal, R)

3.00 Landline. (R)

3.40 Secrets Of The Museum. (R)

4.30 Restoration Australia. (PG, R)

5.30 AI vs Human: The Creativity Experiment. (R)

6.30 Kitchen Cabinet. (R) Annabel Crabb meets Linda Burney.

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) Geordie is on desk duty as Elliot contrives to force him to resign. The next murder case is handed to Larry.

8.20 Vera. (PG, R) DCI Vera Stanhope and DS Joe Ashworth investigate the murder of the son of a prominent family. An arcade owner, who was spotted arguing with the victim before his death, is the prime suspect.

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

10.45 Diana. (PG, R) A celebration of the life of Diana, Princess of Wales.

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

ABC TV PLUS (22)

Spicks And Specks. 8.30 Whose Line Is It Anyway? 8.55 Live At The Apollo. 9.55 Rose Matafeo: Horndog. 10.55

Unprotected Sets. 11.50 Staged. 12.10am Days

Like These With Diesel. 1.05 Blunt Talk. 1.35 ABC News Update. 1.40 Close. 5.00 Moon And Me. 5.25

Teletubbies. 5.35 Late Programs.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 7. Highlights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 10.05 The Bee Whisperer. (PGa, R) 11.00 Travel Quest. (PG) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00

How To Build A Nuclear Power Station. (R) 4.10 Trail Towns. (PG) 4.40 Cycling. UCI World Tour. La Vuelta. Stage 7. Highlights. 5.40 Secret Nazi Bases. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PG)

8.30 Queen Victoria’s Royal Mob: All Hail The Prince Of Wales. (M) Part 2 of 4.

9.25 World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys: The Lakes And Dales. (PGa, R) Narrated by Bill Nighy.

10.15 Tony Robinson’s History Of Britain. (PGal, R)

11.05 Rex In Rome. (Malv, R)

12.55 MOVIE: Sorry We Missed You. (2019, MA15+l, R) Katie Proctor, Kris Hitchen, Debbie Honeywood.

2.45 UFOs. (PGa, R) 3.55 Mastermind Australia. (R) 4.55 Destination Flavour Down Under Bitesize. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France

24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SEVEN (6, 7)

6.00 Home Shopping. [MEL]NBCToday.

7.00 Weekend Sunrise. The latest news, sport and weather.

10.00 The Morning Show:

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 1. Hawthorn v Essendon. From Kinetic Stadium, Melbourne.

9.15 MOVIE: Ghostbusters: Afterlife. (2021, PGhl, R) When a single mother and her two kids arrive move to a small town, they begin to discover their connection to the original Ghostbusters and the secret legacy their grandfather left behind. Mckenna Grace, Paul Rudd, Carrie Coon.

11.50 Dog Patrol. (PGa, R) The Palmerston North Delta team tracks down wanted men who are believed to be armed.

12.20[MEL]MOVIE:UntilWeAre Safe.(2016, MA15+av, R)

12.30 Home Shopping.

2.30[MEL]HomeShopping.(R)

4.00[MEL]GetClever.(R)

4.30[MEL]GetClever.(R)

5.00[MEL]HouseOfWellness.(PGa, R)

7TWO (62, 72)

Sunday, September 3

6.30 Compass: The AweHunters With Julia Baird.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Death In Paradise. (Mv, R) A TV news presenter is found strangled.

8.30 Bay Of Fires. (Final, MA15+v) After several failed attempts, Johann and his hit men arrive in town determined to kill Stella.

9.30 Mother And Son. (PGdl, R) Maggie tries to inspire a visit from her grandkids.

10.00 The Newsreader.

(Final, Ml, R) The newsroom reports on the Chernobyl disaster.

10.55 Total Control. (Mlv, R)

11.45 Talking Heads. (PG, R)

12.20 Rage Vault. (MA15+adhlnsv)

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

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Building The Vatican. (PGa) Explores the Vatican.

8.30 Rise And Fall: The World Trade Center. (PGa) The story of the architects and engineers who helped create the World Trade Center Twin Towers.

10.00 Raiders Of The Lost Treasures. (PGal, R) Part 2 of 3.

11.10 Iznik: The Sunken Basilica. (PG) A look at a Byzantine-era basilica.

12.20 24 Hours In Emergency: Forever Changes. (Ma, R)

2.05 9/11: The Pentagon. (Mav, R)

2.55 Patriot Brains. (Mals, R)

3.45 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.15 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera News.

NINE (8, 9)

TEN (5, 10)

Abandoned Engineering. 8.25 The UnXplained. 9.15 Dark Side Of The Ring. 10.10 Late Programs.

6.00 Home Shopping. [MEL]NBCToday.

7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R) 1.00 Football. AFL Women’s.

6.00 Nine News Saturday.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 To Be Advised.

12.00 MOVIE: A Fish Called Wanda. (1988, Mls, R) An uptight British barrister becomes involved with a con artist and her macho boyfriend when he agrees to defend an accused armed robber who is in possession of a fortune in loot the pair want to steal. John Cleese, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Kline.

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

2.30 The Garden Gurus. (R) Trevor Cochrane and the team take a look at how being waterwise is essential.

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) A celebration of people and organisations.

9GEM (81, 92)

Cowboys v Dragons. 5.00 MOVIE: Invitation To A Gunfighter. (1964, PG) 7.00 Rugby League. NRL. Round 27. St George Illawarra Dragons v Newcastle Knights. 9.30 NRL Saturday Night Footy Post-Match. 10.00 MOVIE: Get Hard. (2015, MA15+) Midnight Late

6am Children’s Programs.

11.00 Tennis. US Open. 2.30pm Surfing

6.00 Luxury Escapes. (Return) Presented by Cameron Daddo.

6.30 Bondi Rescue. (PGl, R) A husband and wife are washed off rocks.

7.00 Location, Location, Location Australia. (R) Property experts search for homes.

8.00 To Be Advised.

9.00 MOVIE: xXx: Return Of Xander Cage. (2017, Mlsv, R) After faking his death and going into retirement, Xander Cage returns when he is recruited by his former handler to lead a team of adrenaline junkies on a mission to retrieve a mysterious device. Vin Diesel, Ruby Rose, Donnie Yen.

11.00 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? Robert Napper. (MA15+av) A look at serial killer Robert Napper.

11.15 Autopsy USA: John Ritter. (Ma) A look at the 2003 death of John Ritter.

12.15[MEL]MOVIE:SecretsInThe Woods.(2020, MA15+av, 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.

6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Shopping. 10.00 House Of Wellness. 11.00 NBC Today. Noon Escape To The Country. 1.00 The Great Outdoors: Greatest Escapes. 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.00 The Bowls Show. 4.00 My Greek Odyssey. 5.00 The Great Outdoors: Greatest Escapes. 6.00 Escape To The Country. 7.00 Kath & Kim Kountdown. 9.20

6.00 Nine News Sunday.

7.00 The Block. (PGl)

8.40 60 Minutes. Current affairs program, investigating, analysing and uncovering the issues affecting all Australians.

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

10.10 Australian Crime Stories: John Friedrich – The Great Imposter. (Ma, R) A look at the case of John Friedrich.

11.10 Killer At The Crime Scene: The Murder Of Gladys Godfrey. (Mv)

12.00 New Amsterdam. (MA15+am, R)

12.50 World’s Greatest Natural Icons. (R)

1.40 Our State On A Plate. (R) 2.05 Killer At The Crime Scene. (Mv, 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.

6.30 The Sunday Project.

A look at the day’s news.

7.30 The Traitors. The Traitors’ powers are growing, but this could lead to their eventual downfall.

9.00 FBI. (Mv) FBI Special Agent Maggie Bell and the team jump into action when JOC analyst Kelly Moran is taken hostage after stumbling across a bank robbery in progress.

10.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R) The NCIS team investigates the discovery of a marine staff sergeant’s body in a junkyard.

11.00 Five Bedrooms. (Mal, R) Liz is wooed by a host of law firms.

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

1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

Monday, September 4

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. Australians tell personal stories.

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. Presented by Patricia Karvelas.

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.10 Space 22. (PGa, R)

11.40 The Human Revolution. (PG, R)

12.35 Parliament Question Time.

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

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

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

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Finding Your Roots: Impression – Larry David, Bernie Sanders. (PG) Presented by Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

8.30 Britain’s Most Expensive Houses. (PG) Part 5 of 5. In Mayfair, sales broker Diana is vying for the listing on a £30 million home for the agency.

9.25 24 Hours In Emergency: Life’s Too Short. (Mal) An elderly man is rushed to Queen’s Medical Centre after suffering a cardiac arrest.

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 My Brilliant Friend. (Mn) 12.00 War Of The Worlds. (MA15+v, R)

3.40 Mastermind Australia. (R)

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

Tuesday, September 5

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Kitchen Cabinet. Annabel Crabb meets Lidia Thorpe.

8.30 Matt Okine Is Going To

Die. Matt Okine goes on a mission to demystify death, from adding ashes into fireworks to dying in a simulator.

9.30 Makers of Modern Australia: Leaders. (PG) Part 1 of 4.

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.05 Four Corners. (R)

11.50 Media Watch. (PG, R)

12.10 Parliament Question Time.

1.10 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: Solent. Hosted by Michael Portillo.

8.30 Insight. Kumi Taguchi looks at the topic of betrayal and whether it is possible to recover from it.

9.30 Dateline: Japan’s Cheap Homes. Explores Japan’s abandoned houses.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 The Point: Referendum Road Trip. (R)

11.30 Blackport. (Premiere, MA15+s)

12.25 Tokyo Vice. (Malsv, R)

2.25 Red Light. (MA15+as, R) 4.15 Food Safari. (R)

4.45 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)

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (Return) The competition kicks off in Perth, Western Australia with friends Tommy and Rach.

9.15 The Rookie. (Mv) The team must stop a militia from detonating a highly combustible truck in their possession. Nolan, Thorson, Juarez and Harper search for three men who may have been exposed to Ebola.

10.15 The Rookie: Feds. (Mv) The FBI pursues a shady Casanova.

11.15 The Latest: Seven News.

11.45 Chicago Fire. (Ma) A heckler harasses Firehouse 51.

12.45[MEL]TheVillage.(Mas, R)

1.00 Home Shopping.

2.00[MEL]HomeShopping.(R)

4.00[MEL]NBCToday.

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

8.40 Missing Persons Investigation.

(PGa) A young woman is determined to find her missing brother despite the police hitting a dead end.

9.40 Footy Classified. (M) Footy experts tackle the AFL’s

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

7.30 The Traitors. With the end in sight and the prize pot on the line, the game has takes a turn and no one is safe.

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. (Mv, R) The team chases an oligarch who goes on a terror spree in New York City.

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 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa)

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. South Australian mother-and-son team, Sonia and Marcus, are hoping to impress the judges.

9.15 RFDS. (Mam) Eliza is tasked with leading the review into the White Cliffs incident.

10.15 Talking Finals. (Premiere) Hosted by James Brayshaw.

11.15 The Latest: Seven News.

11.45 Ambulance: Code Red. (Ma, R) A motorcyclist is thrown from his bike.

12.45[MEL]S.W.A.T.(Madv, 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 The Hundred With Andy Lee. (Ml) Andy Lee is joined by a panel of comedians and 100 Aussies to explore the fun behind the facts.

9.40 Love Triangle. (Premiere, Mls) Three singles meet for a date after only texting.

11.10 Nine News Late.

11.40 The Killer Nanny: Did She Do It? (Mav)

12.30 New Amsterdam. (Mam, R)

1.20 Court Cam. (Mlv, R)

1.45 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

2.35 Good Chef Hunting. (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. A panel’s pitched inventions and ideas, including a uniquely Australian drink.

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

9.40 NCIS. (Mv, R) A dad from McGee’s children’s school is linked to a break-in at a storage bunker.

10.30 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv, R) A marine’s body is discovered in a junkyard.

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)

Wednesday, September 6

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. (Ms) Maggie keeps going missing, so Arthur and Robbie get creative in their efforts to keep track of her.

9.00 WTFAQ. (Mal) Cameron James finds out if his dog loves him.

9.25 Starstruck. (Return, Ml) Jessie and Tom come face to face.

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

10.20 ABC Late News.

10.35 The Business. (R)

10.50 Death In Paradise. (Mv, R)

11.50 The Great Acceleration. (PG, R)

12.50 Parliament Question Time. 1.50 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 Michael Mosley Secrets Of The Superagers: Health. (PG) Dr Michael Mosley focuses on health.

8.30 Building The Snowy: The Legacy. (PG) Part 3 of 3. Explores the scheme’s lasting impact and how it transformed the environment and people around it.

9.30 Wolf. (Malsv) As he investigates further, Jack becomes convinced the Donkey Pitch killer is still at large.

10.35 SBS World News Late.

11.05 Dark Woods. (Mav) 12.00 La Jauria. (MA15+dv, R)

3.55 Food Safari. (R) 4.25 Bamay. (R) 4.55 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 My Kitchen Rules. Identical twin sisters Radha and Prabha hope to impress with their traditional Indian family recipes.

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

10.15 Homicide: With Ron Iddles: Terry Floyd. (Ma, R) Former police detective Ron Iddles looks into the unsolved 1975 disappearance of Terry Floyd.

11.20 The Latest: Seven News.

11.50 Sun, Sea And Surgery. (MA15+a, R) A look at Turkey’s Comfort Zone clinic.

12.50[MEL]TheEnemyWithin.(Mav, R)

1.00 Home Shopping.

2.00[MEL]HomeShopping.(R)

4.00[MEL]NBCToday.

5.00

5.30 Sunrise.

Thursday, September 7

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30. Presented by Sarah Ferguson.

8.00 Foreign Correspondent. International affairs program.

8.30 Extraordinary Escapes: Doon Mackichan. (PG) Part 5 of 5. Sandi Toksvig travels to Donegal in the Republic of Ireland with comedian Doon Mackichan.

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

10.05 Art Works. (R)

10.35 ABC Late News.

10.50 The Business. (R)

11.05 Matt Okine Is Going To Die. (R)

12.05 Q+A. (R)

1.05 Parliament Question Time. 2.10 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.

7.35 Great Australian Walks With Julia Zemiro. (PGa) Julia Zemiro heads to Canberra.

8.30 Eva Longoria: Searching For Mexico: Oaxaca. (PG)

Eva Longoria travels to Oaxaca.

9.20 Kin. (MA15+lv) Frank visits his brother Bren.

10.15 SBS World News Late.

10.45 Max Anger: With One Eye Open. (MA15+av)

11.40 Exit. (MA15+ads, R) 1.30 Man In Room 301. (Mals, R) 3.15 Food Safari. (R) 3.45 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (R) 4.45 Bamay. (R)

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

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 To Be Advised.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30 Autopsy USA: James Gandolfini. (Mad, R) Forensic pathologist Dr Michael Hunter takes a fresh look at the death of actor James Gandolfini, the star of The Sopranos, who died in 2013 from a heart attack at the age of 51 while visiting Rome.

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

1.30[MEL]TravelOz.(PG, R)

2.00[MEL]HomeShopping.(R)

4.00[MEL]NBCToday.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise. Takes a look at the latest news, sport and weather, with business and finance updates.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

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

8.40 Luxe Listings Sydney. (Ml) Simon takes a tour of a sleek renovation for a new client from overseas.

D’Leanne pitches for a new listing.

9.45 Footy Classified. (M) Hosted by Eddie McGuire, Matthew Lloyd, Jimmy Bartel and Damian Barrett.

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

11.15 The Equalizer. (MA15+v)

12.05 The Gulf. (Madlsv, R)

1.05 New Amsterdam. (MA15+am, R)

2.00 Getaway. (PG, R)

2.30 Global Shop. (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 Thank God You’re Here. (PGdls) Hosted by Celia Pacquola.

8.30 Inspired Unemployed (Impractical) Jokers. (Ma) Four Aussie mates set out to embarrass each other in a public setting. First aid turns into worst aid as they become instructors, with those failing at the task given a humiliating punishment.

9.00 Five Bedrooms. (Ml) Ainsley is thrilled after she gets into a committed relationship for the first time.

10.00 So Help Me Todd. (PGa) Veronica asks Todd for a favour.

11.00 FBI. (Mv, R) Kelly Moran is taken hostage.

12.00 The Project. (R)

1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6.00 Nine News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 RBT. (PGdl, R) Follows the activities of police units.

8.30 Emergency. (Mam, R) Luke and Emma are grateful for a good early sign from a motorbike rider who collided with a car.

9.30 Casualty 24/7. (Mm) The team gets into the Christmas spirit.

10.30 Chicago Med. (MA15+am)

11.20 Nine News Late.

11.50 The First 48. (Mlv, R)

12.40 New Amsterdam. (Mam, R)

1.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00

Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R)

5.30 Today.

5.00 News Early Edition.

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

7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (Final, PGa) Follows dog trainer Graeme Hall.

8.30 Gogglebox Australia. A diverse range of people open their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows, with the help of special, locked-off cameras which capture every unpredictable moment.

9.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal, R)

Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

10.30 Law & Order: SVU. (Mav, R) Benson investigates a popular radio host.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

Roads in bad shape, audit finds

By Jena Carr

Surf Coast Shire’s unsealed roads condition has improved, while its sealed roads will need to be addressed in future years, according to audit findings.

Surf Coast Shire Council undertakes condition audits every three years for its vital asset classes, including roads, and noted the 2022-23 Road Condition Audit during its August 22 meeting.

Councillor Adrian Schonfelder said the

audit considered the condition of sealed and unsealed roads, car parks, and kerbs, including traffic control devices.

“The data received as part of the renewal audit on council’s sealed roads network shows that council needs to address its focus on sealed road surface renewal in upcoming years,” he said.

“It also showed that the council’s unsealed roads network has improved the road network condition, which will decrease the council’s unsealed road renewal backlog.

Daryl’s 400 donations

Bannockburn man Daryl Bartlett visited Lifeblood Geelong Donor Centre this week to donate for the 400th time.

MrBartlett,76,hasbeendonatingbloodand, morerecently,plasmasincehewas18yearsold.

“My father was a member of the Geelong Workers Club and they had a drive, trying to attract people to the blood bank, so I said, oh yeah, I’ll go,” Mr Bartlett said.

“In those days they only did whole blood, so you could only go every three months.

“They brought the plasma donations to Geelong 15 or so years ago and they asked me to switch to that. Since then, I’ve been going every four weeks.”

Lifeblood spokesperson Emily Granland said while not everybody could make 400 donations, every blood and plasma donation made a meaningful difference to patients in need.

“Plasma is a powerful part of blood that can be used in 18 different life-giving ways includingcreatingmedicinesandintreatments

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for medical conditions like liver disease and immune deficiencies,” she said.

“Morethan33,000donationsareneededeach week in Australia to meet patient demand.”

Mr Bartlett had encouraging words for people who were considering donating but had not quite got to the Donor Centre yet.

“If you’re fit and healthy I would say try to fit it in,” he said.

“It’s a couple of hours out of your time. The girlsandguysthatworktherearelovely,soit’sa pleasuretogo.Theylookafteryouupthereand you feel like you’re helping someone.”

Atthemoment,Lifebloodneedsmorepeople with O positive and O negative to donate. Book an appointment on 13 14 95, at lifeblood.com. au or on the DonateBlood app.

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Daryl Bartlett relaxes with wife Norma after donating to the Lifeblood Geelong Donor Centre for the 400th time. (Supplied)

“There are increased traffic volumes on our roads and... we need to increase funding on roads as the visitor economy returns to normality.”

Cr Paul Barker said it was important for the council to get “back to basics” and focus on the four Rs of roads, rubbish and reducing rates.

“The audit data shows that poor road conditionsareincreasing,andgoodconditions are decreasing,” he said.

“If we continue on the path of big

DINING OUT

The ultimate wining and dining feast

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Cellar door: Open 7 days, 11am to 4pm Come and explore the ultimate wine-tasting experience at the cellar door. The passionate team of experts is ready to accompany you on a journey through award-winning vintages and varieties. Tastings are not only enjoyable but also highly educational. Charcuterie and artisan cheeses are available to accompany your tasting.

Scotchmans Restaurant: Open for lunch Thursday to Sunday, drinks and dinner every Friday from 5.30pm

Scotchmans Restaurant’s a la carte menu features the best of Victoria’s freshest-sourced produce. This week’s restaurant highlight is wholecrumbedwhiting,smokedmusselbutter, mixed salad, lemon. Wine pairing – 2022

Scotchmans Hill Riesling. 2022 Scotchmans Hill Riesling is crisp with citrus flavours, and a mineral backbone makes it the perfect pairing with whiting. Its acidity compliments the umami flavours in the smoked mussel butter, elevating the dish and wine to another level. Indulge in the ultimate combination of comfort and outdoor serenity with the restaurant’s enclosed alfresco dining area, overlooking sweeping views of the vineyards and Port Phillip Bay.

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government spending and ignoring economic conditions, we can expect to see future road condition audits showing more negative results.”

Cr Mike Bodsworth said the audit alerted the council to future renewal works and how it can undertake future audits.

“Thereisanopportunityforustocheckthat the maintenance and management practices that we’re using are providing the best value for money and the best quality of results out on the roads,” he said.

The ultimate wine-tasting experience awaits at Scotchmans Hill.

Sweeping views of the Melbourne CBD.

From rocks to writing crime

From his earliest days as a schoolboy at Caulfield Grammar, Rick Wilkinson knew he wanted to be a writer.

“I’ve been writing stories, fiction, since I was about 12 years old, and literature was always my favourite at school,” Rick said.

“That’s all I knew, that’s what I really wanted to do. But there were no real jobs; arts was a bit nebulous in those days, there was nothing you could do with it unless you wanted to teach.”

Born in 1947, Rick grew up in the suburbs of St Kilda, Balaclava and Ripponlea, the son of an airline manager father and hairdresser mother.

There were plenty of books in the Wilkinson house; Rick’s father loved Dickens and the classics and his mother would read to him and his younger sister before bedtime.

In particular, Rick was drawn to classic Australian children’s books exploring the natural world of our continent, such as Blinky Bill and Snugglepot and Cuddlepie.

“I like nature, I always have, and stories around animals and things like that,” Rick said.

“I just love to be outdoors. I was outdoors all the time, we went on excursions as a family on the weekends.

“By the time I got to the stage of choosing (a career),Istartedlookingaroundforsomething where I could be outdoors. I didn’t want to be confinedtoanoffice;Iwantedsomethingtodo with my hands, get around and see things.”

Rick decided to pursue a career in geology, but by his own admission, he didn’t have a particular bent for mathematics.

So he began his studies at RMIT, which offered bridging mathematics subjects, then completed his degree at the University of Western Australia (UWA).

“It was great, it was away from home… I was one of those kids that could hardly wait to leave,” Rick said.

“And of course, part of the course was work experience, so I worked down mines, went to New Guinea, got around the Pilbara. That’s what I wanted to do, and I enjoyed it.”

For two years after receiving his degree from UWA, Rick worked in Cloncurry, Queensland for Mount Isa Mines offshoot Carpentaria Exploration.

“They were mostly in for copper – it was an explorationcompany–soIwasoutinthebush looking for and bashing rocks in the hot sun, basically,” he said.

“Buteventhen,I’dgotto22andIstillwanted to write. And I’d done a couple of things for their magazine and they said oh yeah, not bad.

“So I said, right, I’m going. And London was the thing to do in those days.”

In 1972 Rick, now married, bought himself and his wife Aileen a return ticket to England to pursue his dreams of being a journalist.

Upon arrival he went straight to Fleet Street, the home of London’s newspaper industry, but was just as quickly rebuffed.

However, Rick got the tip that a new magazine focused on the burgeoning North Sea oil industry was about to start up, and with his credentials as a geologist he applied immediately.

“I became the exploration editor of the Oil Man; talk about luck, it was about three days after I actually got to London,” he said.

“Thatwas50yearsago,andI’vebeenwriting ever since.”

Over the next decade, Rick’s professional life blossomed. He established himself as an

in-demandoilandenergyjournalistintheUK, writing for a number of publications.

His personal life through this period had its ups and downs; he and his wife, now with a daughter, divorced and Rick married an English doctor, Sharron.

In 1979 Rick and Sharron moved back to Australia, where he picked up a job at the Australian, the last he ever applied for.

“I worked there for a couple of years, and since then someone just says, would you like to…?” he said.

Rick wrote for the Financial Review, Australian Business and the Australian Institute of Petroleum’s monthly magazine, among others. It was during this time that he began writing both non-fiction and children’s books.

“When I got back here in the 80s I didn’t know a lot about the petroleum industry in Australia, its background,” he said.

“So I thought, well, I’m looking into it, I might as well write a story about it. I found it fascinating, because petroleum characters are marvellous, going right back to John Lort Stokes and the (HMAS) Beagle.

“Then I got a couple of commissions to write company histories, and then the history of the Bureau of Mineral Resources (now Geoscience Australia).”

At the same time, inspired by his daughter Susie, Rick began writing children’s stories in the early morning before starting work at the Financial Review.

Rick’s first two children’s books were picked up by Allen & Unwin, and he continued to write about animals and nature for kids.

After Sharron’s death in the mid-90s Rick

made another snap decision, this time moving to Portarlington.

“It was another one of those lucky things in my life that just happened,” Rick said.

“This (house) was only on the market for three days, and the bloke wasn’t here when I wanted to see it.

“But the block was vacant next door so I walked around and had a look at the house from the back and I thought, I’ll take this.

“I hadn’t even seen it. It was just one of those things, you know, and that was 26 years ago.”

Since then Rick has written all sorts of things; travelogues, histories, more kids books and recently two novels.

Last year Rick released the Invaders, an expansive tale set across three different time periods across Australia and the work he

considers“oneofthemostpleasingthings”he’s written.

The Invaders incorporates Rick’s knowledge of Australia’s burgeoning oil industry in the mid-1800s, as well as a fictionalised account of little-known army recon outfit the Nackeroos, whoroamedAustralia’stopendduringWWII.

Last week Rick released the first novel in a series of crime yarns focused on protagonist George “Jogger” Jensen, a “disillusioned crime reporter”whoreturnstohischildhoodtownof Portarlington.

With no police background himself, Rick chose to make his investigator a journalist – “You’ve got to write what you know” – and drew on his partner Elaine, who introduced him to the crime genre, as a sounding board.

Rick has woven historical aspects of the Bellarine into his latest book, not so much as plot elements, but more to paint a rich and sometimes edifying backdrop for the mystery that unfolds.

“It’s something I was interested in, so I tried and put bits and pieces of that in writing, not to be a teaching manual, but just to drop them in so people are learning stuff about the area aswellashopefullybeingentertained,”hesaid.

“Whether anyone who’s not from this area is going to be interested, I don’t know. That’ll be the test.”

Rick is currently working on further “Jogger” Jensen novels, as well as a history of the Portarlington Football Club, which turns 150 next year.

“The Bellarine is a fun place; it’s the best decision I ever made, to come here,” he said.

“I’ll be here, writing on. I’ll probably just keep going till I can’t.”

Portarlington author and journalist Rick Wilkinson launched his new novel The Maw of the Beast last week. Matt Hewson caught up with him to discuss his journey from geology to crime fiction.

Rick Wilkinson working away at his home in Portarlington. (Ivan Kemp) 354860_01

‘‘ They were mostly in for copper ... I was out in the bush looking for and bashing rocks in the hot sun, basically ’’ - Rick Wilkinson

Top night ‘After 5’ at Truffleduck

Geelong Chamber of Commerce’s latest After 5 networking event was sponsored by LBW Business and Health Advisors and saw more than 220 people filter into the Truffleduck venue in Fyansford. The August 17 event also recognised and celebrated this year’s Geelong Business Excellence Awards (GBEA) finalists. Photographs taken by Geelong Chamber’s Silver Partner Barefoot Media Photography.

Crew Faced Makeup Artistry’s Jessica Anderson, Geelong Chamber of Commerce’s Cathy Harper, with GBEA finalist You’re Gorgeous Hair and Beauty’s Jessica Soldani and Lee-Anne Campigli.

Left: GBEA finalist Pearls and Roses’ Karen Bourdamis and Mili Holt. Above: GBEA finalist Elizabeth Bell Ceramics’ Elizabeth Bell with Geelong Chamber of Commerce’s Renee Jovi and Michael De Stefano.

Above: GBEA finalists Payne Therapies’ Emily Finlayson and A Simple Wish Events’ Vanessa Mantella. Above right: Geelong Chamber of Commerce’s Tennille McInnes and GBEA finalist Think Strategic’s Maxine Driscoll.

Nicholes Family Lawyers’ Brent Astle and GBEA finalist My Choice Group’s Sarah Missen.

Left: Roderick Insurance’s Marnie Roderick-Shepherd and Keith Roderick. Right: Harris Kmon Solutions’ Lachlan Verlaan and Good Business Better’s Tom Summonds.

Above: Soul Led Women in Business’ Shannon Simmons and GBEA finalist Swim by Elly’s Ellie Wynhoven.

Left: Geelong Small Business Network’s Matthew Smith, GBEA and business leader finalist Jutz Arts and Resilience Method’s Justine Martin, Get More Time’s Les Watson, and Great Ocean Stays’ Christine Smith.

Left: Barwon Health’s Kate Bibby, LBW Business and Wealth Advisors’ Geoff Williams, and Peace by Peace Society’s Kristine Fitzgerald. Right: City of Greater Geelong’s Alex Boyle and Tennille Bradley with Geelong Chamber of Commerce’s Cameron Murnane.

MY GEELONG

Rebecca (Bec) Mallett is the chief executive, and founder of the Geelong brain cancer support charity Peace of Mind Foundation, which celebrates 10 years in October. She speaks with Geelong Indy journalist Jena Carr about what she likes about working in Geelong and helping the community.

After moving around a lot throughout my adult life, I first moved to Geelong 10 years ago.

I believed it was a great place to raise my daughter and start my brain cancer charity, Peace of Mind Foundation. I was drawn to the friendliness of the people and the great sense of community.

What do you like about where you work?

I love that we are so close to the Geelong waterfront and plenty of great cafes and restaurants.

Driving past the bay each day is always calming, and the level of traffic is most certainly easier to contend with than living in Melbourne.

What, if anything, would you change about the Geelong or surrounding areas?

Geelong could do with a bigger shopping centre and more big brand stores like Ikea or Costco, which would be great.

Where is your favourite place around Geelong to spend time?

Geelong has many wonderful wineries and restaurants, and the selection is endless.

My favourite places include Basils Farm and Austin Wines, which have great food, wine and beautiful views.

What is something people may not know about you?

I can twist a pretty good balloon animal, and I wouldhavebeenacriminalprofilerinanother life.

What do you like about your role with the Peace of Mind Foundation?

I started a grassroots not-for-profit in Geelong 10 years ago.

Along the way, I have been privileged to recruit many talented and passionate professionals who have supported my vision to turn the Peace of Mind Foundation into Australia’s leading brain cancer support charity.

I love that I get to lead such an inspiring and caring team that positively impacts hundreds of families.

Bec Mallett is the chief executive and founder of the Peace of Mind Foundation. (Supplied)

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Ballroom dance

Leopold Hall, 805-809 Bellarine Highway, Saturday September 2, 7.30-11.30pm.

Admission $10 includes supper. Music: Ben Costanzo.

■ 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.

Geelong Central Probus

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

■ geelcentprob@gmail.com

Newcomb Probus

Third Wednesday of each month, 10am, East Geelong Uniting Church, corner Boundary and Ormond Roads.

■ Gary, 0407 320 735

Polish language for kids

Fortnightly Polish language classes for kids aged 7-11 at one of Geelong’s libraries.

■ Dorota, 5224 1105

Music for preschoolers

Mainly Music is a music and movement program for babies to preschoolers at St Albans-St Andrews Uniting Church, 276 Wilsons Road, Whittington, Tuesdays 10am during school terms.

■ Rhonda, 0437 241 345

Rostrum meets

Geelong Rostrum Public Speaking Club Inc meets each Monday.

■ Andrew, 0408 369 446, or Jan, 0407 296 958

Sing Out Geelong

Community singing for fun at Geelong West Neighbourhood House, 7.30-9pm every second Thursday in school term times.

$10.

■ singoutgeelong.com.au

Adfas Geelong

Art lectures each month, morning and evening, Newcomb Hall, Wilsons Road. ■ adfas.org.au, or geelong@adfas.org.au

Spiritual discussion

Lighthearted discussion on all the great works. Grovedale Neighbourhood Centre, Heyers Road. Wednesdays 7-9pm.

■ Tracey, 0418 320 537

Geelong Jukebox Rockers

•฀฀Monday฀social฀nights,฀Club฀Italia,฀Moolap,฀ 7pm-9pm, $5.

•฀฀Monthly฀dance฀nights,฀Club฀Italia,฀ Moolap, first Saturday of month, live band, trybooking.com.

■ 0432 503 997, or jukeboxrockers@gmail.com

Cards

Wanted: card sharp partners to play the game of Bolivia on Thursday evenings. For venue email Ingrid. ■ griddlepop@hotmail.com

Scrabble club

Christ Church hall, corner Moorabool and McKillop Streets, 1pm Saturdays. Beginners to experts welcome.

■ Marlene, 5275 0363, or John, 0434 142 282

Sing Australia Geelong Choir Wednesdays 7.30-9.30pm at Senior Citizens Centre, 52 Thomson Street, Belmont. No auditions needed.

■ Mary, 0419 278 456

Exhibition

Geelong Branch of The Embroiderers Guild, Victoria exhibition of embroidery and textile arts, Saturday September 9 and Sunday September 10, Geelong West Town Hall, 10am to 4pm. Entry $10 including two raffle tickets. Handmade gifts for sale, refreshments and raffle prizes.

Games Scrabble, chess, board games or cards. Thursdays 2pm to 4.30pm at All Saints’ Parish Hall, Newtown. Afternoon tea provided.

■ Dinah, 0418 547 753

Book club

Leopold CAE book club meets second Tuesday of each month 6.30pm.

■ Shirley, 0488 055 969

Mindfulness & meditation Wednesdays 11am at U3A Geelong, Thursdays 10am U3A Torquay.

■ Jean, 5264 7484

Ocean Grove Seniors Ocean Grove Seniors play 500 every Thursday at 1.15pm. Cost $20 annually and coffee included. At 102 The Terrace, Ocean Grove.

■ Lyn, 5256 2540

Scribes Writers Group South Barwon Community Centre, Mondays 9.30am-noon. Welcoming new members who wish to refine their skills.

■ geelongscribeswriters@gmail.com, or 5243 8388

Kids’ church Group lessons for children aged three to six years; 7-10 years; and 10+ years at St Paul’s Anglican Church Hall, 171a Latrobe Terrace, Geelong, first Sunday of the month during school term, 10.30-11.30am.

■ Suzie, 0402 963 855, or Althea, 0403 005 449

Geelong Dragon Boat Club

Paddle at Barwon River. Training Wednesdays 5pm, Saturdays 9am. Free one-month trial.

■ revolutionise.com.au/geelongdragons

Zonta Club of Geelong

Meets monthly for dinner first Wednesday of the month between February and December at 6.30pm for a 6.45pm start. RSVP essential.

■ zontageelong.org.au or zontaclubgeelong@yahoo.com.au

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 7.30-10.15pm, 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 Highway. 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 St, 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, 7.30-11.30pm.

Cost: $10.

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

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

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

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Out and about

Independent photgrapher Ivan Kemp went to Johnstone Park on Tuesday to see what everyone was doing on one of the final days of winter.

1/ Jett Scholes from Corio. 2/ Caleb Leitmanis from Winchelsea. 3/ Steven Schroeter. 4/ Kylie Legg. 5/ Marcus Kunath with Blake and Turbo. 6/ Leo and Karen Elobre. 7/ Tara and Will Bingdazzo from Phoenix, Arizona. 8/ David Versace and Bruce Honey. 9/ Ellie McKenzie, birthday girl Josie Saunders and Ariana Goddard. 10/ Marietta Cully from Anglesea. 11/ Paul Killeen from Point Lonsdale. 12/ James Ryan from Norlane. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 356631

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Employment

Mechanic - Workshop Supervisor

Calco Timbers in South Geelong has a vacancy for a Workshop Supervisor. This is a hands on position which supervises a small team to maintain the company’s vehicles. Diesel experience and a clerical aptitude would be helpful. This is a full time permanent position with an immediate start & would suit someone looking to take the next step, the company is offering an attractive salary for this position.

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Plugging the generation gap

By Derek Ogden, Marque Motoring

Mazda sports utility vehicle sibling rivalry just got hotter, with a reborn five-year-old CX-8 refitted out and snapping at big brother CX-9’s heels, while fending off the challenge of the mid-size CX-5.

Available in six grades - Sport, Touring, Touring Active, GT SP, Asaki and Asaki LEwith petrol or diesel power front or all-wheel drive, the entry-level Sport FWD petrol comes to market at $42,060, plus on-road costs, while the Asaki LE diesel AWD tips the scales at $71,410.

Rearranging the chairs, the Touring Active takes over where the old Touring diesel stood, while the GT SP fills the gap left by the absence of the petrol and diesel Touring SP and GT models. On test was the GT SP petrol, which takes in premium touches such as power sliding and tilting sunroof and burgundy or black leather seat trim.

Mazda’s five-year unlimited kilometre warranty, with roadside assistance, applies across the model range, with service intervals of 12 months or 15,000 kilometres.

Styling

Mazda designers have modernised the CX-8 exterior with bold new front and rear bumpers, and tailgate, LED headlamps and tail lights, while a new front grille maintains the company’s Kodo - Soul of Motion design tradition.

New signature wings add a premium quality feel, a metallic finish reflecting light in motion, enhancing vehicle dynamics, maybe the colour too,inthiscaseSoulRedCrystalMetallic.Black metallic and machined finish 19-inch wheels give a lift to the sleek styling and sophistication of the GT SP.

Interior

Three rows of seats, with quality finishes, offer enough space to fit all but the most broad-beamed family members comfortably on short trips or long journeys. Massive rear doors open to almost 90 degrees - there are sun shades too - but there’s still some clambering to do to settle in the third row.

Once in, the upright back rest and the cramped knee situation are not conducive to long-distance comfort. There’s limited head room here but the GT SP does have the power adjustment and rear seat heaters of upper specced variants.

A non-too generous 209 litres of cargo space is available with all seats in operation.

Aremovablebasebootscapacityto242litres. With the third row folded the total rises to 775 litres.

Infotainment

Call me out of touch but I remain a fan of the switch-and-knob style of control of in-cabin tech. There is nothing worse than sticky fingerprints on the touchscreen. The CX-8 centre-console rotary control set-up is my kind of connection.

Some previous CX-8s had only half-smart levels of phone mirroring. Mazda has fixed this and updates now offer Android Auto and Apple CarPlay wirelessly. Also newly included is wireless device charging and 10-speaker Bose audio.

Engines / transmissions

On offer is the choice of two engines - a 2.5 litre four-cylinder petrol or 2.2 litre turbodiesel - both mated with a six-speed automatic transmission. The test vehicle included the former, which came up with maximum power of 140 kW at 6000 rpm and maximum torque of 252 Nm at 4000 rpm.

Diesel versions boast all-wheel drive, while petrolmotorshavetomakedowithfront-wheel operation only.

Safety

The Mazda CX-8 was a five-star rating when it was introduced in 2018. As little has been significantly changed the Australasian New Car Assessment Program says it will not be retesting the latest version.

Includedareblindspotmonitoring,lane-keep assistance, rear-cross traffic alert, tyre pressure monitoring, traffic sign recognition and Isofix child seat anchors for two of the rear seats.

A reversing camera is standard across the range but only in the Asaki and LE is there a full 360-degree system.

Driving

The 2.5 litre four-cylinder motor sends a maximum 140 kW of power and 252 Nm of torque to the front wheels only, putting the brake, so to speak, on top-notch towing. Maximum rating is 1800 kg.

The six-speed transmission is left behind by rivals with more cogs but it doesn’t seem to affect the CX-8 unduly, producing a smooth run through all but the upper echelons of the rev band. Engine noise is the downside here.

Fuelconsumptionisclaimedtobeanaverage of8.1litresper100kmforthepetrolfront-wheel drive on the combines urban / highway cycle. The test vehicle came up with 11.4 litres per 100 kilometres in city and suburban work and 6.1 litresper100kilometresonmotorwaycruising.

With a bit of heft to handle, the ride can be hostage to some bumps and bangs over bad roads. Steering responds with feeling and is particularly efficient in parking manoeuvres at lower speeds.

Front-wheel-drive versions of the CX-8 miss out on the Mazda Mi-Drive switchable driving modes allowing the driver to choose between Normal, Sport, Off-Road and a towing mode.

All-round vision for the driver is limited by large rear-view mirrors and a slim rear window but I do rate the clarity of the head-up (any head-up) windscreen display.

Summary

Fitting in can be a challenge to anyone going through adolescence. Doing a person’s best for elders can be elusive and so could be the case of the CX-8. Thankfully Mazda has taken the large SUV and planed off some of the prickly sides to its character, leaving an acceptable member of a growing family.

AT A GLANCE

MODEL RANGE

Mazda CX-8 G25 Sport FWD: $42,060

Mazda CX-8 G25 Touring FWD: $48,960

Mazda CX-8 D35 Sport AWD: $49,060

Mazda CX-8 D35 Touring Active AWD: $56,910

Mazda CX-8 GT SP G25 FWD: $58,560

Mazda CX-8 Asaki G25 FWD: $61,810

Mazda CX-8 GT SP D35 AWD: $65,560

Mazda CX-8 Asaki D35 AWD: $68,810

Mazda CX-8 Asaki LE D35 AWD: $71,410

SPECIFICATIONS

Mazda CX-8 GT SP 2.5L 4-cylinder petrol, 6sp automatic, FWD SUV

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

We offer a wide range of services in our modern workshop and are known for our fussiness and attention to detail, and that’s exactly how we like it!

The upgraded Mazda CX-8 does well fitting into the shape of Mazda’s range of SUVs. (Pictures: Supplied)

Powerhouses go head to head

Geelong Amateur and Ocean Grove are the two powerhouses of the Bellarine Netball League. Independent photographer Ivan Kemp was at Portarlington on Saturday August 26 for the A Grade, B Grade, 17 & Under Division 2 and 15 & Under Division 1 qualifying final clashes between the two clubs.

Left: Emma Daley takes possession. Centre: Zoe Naughtin accepts a pass in the 17 & Under Division 2 game. Right: Sienna O’Neill gets Ammos out of defence. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 357085

Above: Ashlea Creasey accepts a pass for Ammos in A Grade. Right: Darcy McFarlane takes the ball mid-court.

Georgia Duncan wins this contest for the ball against Georgia Finn. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 356188

Left: Jade Merry with the ball. Centre: Kayla Donnellon reaches for a pass in B Grade. Right: Julia Twigg races out of defence. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 356190

Top: Chloe Aspinall surveys her options. Above left: Abhi Sanjeev in action. Above right: Bailey Shaw leads Emma Barry to the ball in the 15 & Under Division 1 clash. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 356191

Ammos win Division 1 flag

Geelong Amateur won the AFL Barwon Senior Female Division 1 premiership at Herne Hill Reserve in front of a large crowd on Sunday August 27.

AmmosprevailedoverGrovedale4.10(34)to 2.1(13) with a powerhouse first half.

Ammos led by 22 points at half time and although Grovedale had the only score - a goal - of the third term, the damage had been done. SophieMilsomebootedtwogoalsforAmmos and ruck Danielle Sgarbi, small forward Poppy Schaap (one goal) and Laura Ryan were best. For Grovedale, Brooke Connolly, Natalie Worpel and Claire Macgill (one goal) never stopped trying to lift their side.

GeelongWestwonathrillerintheDivision2 grand final by one point against Thomson. TheGiantsgotouttoa13-pointquarter-time lead, up scores were level at half and three-quarter time with the final scores 3.5(23) to 3.4(22) after extra time.

Alexandra Trezise was the only dual goalkicker on the ground with two for the Giants while midfidler Rorri Phibbs and Rhianan Woods were influential. Woods booted the match-winning behind in extra time.

Midfielder Teagan Tatlock and forward Madeline Chandler were stars for Thomson.

Modewarre took out the Division 3 premiership with a 6.0(36) to 1.8(14) win against North Geelong.

Moddawasscorelessforthesecondandfinal terms, but booted four goals in the first quarter to set up the win.

JorjaKirsopp-Colekickedthreegoalsforthe Warriors while midfielder Monique Martin, Lily Bowers and Sophie McCartney were tireless contributors.

For the Magpies, Faith Qoon, Cody Dixon andJasmineColemanweresuperbandMariah Conder booted the only major.

Geelong Amateur Division 1 premiers.

Alana Tully puts an enormous tackle on Tahna Andree-Jansz.

Above: Bianca Zeinstra breaks a tackle.

Below: Lucy Were kicks while being tackled by Lauren French. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 356195

Left: Oliva Kyatt baulks her opponent. Centre: McKenzie McGrath gets her kick in spite of the efforts of Zoe Cohen. Right: Taylah Hassett is brought down in a tackle by Cleo Schaap.

Above: Courtney Gould kicks out of a pack. Above right: Olivia Leonard breaks clear.

Finals reach a crescendo

LOCAL TENNIS

It was semi-final week for Tennis Geelong Junior Pennant Girls sections and all results went with ladder positions.

Geelong Lawn dominated Surfcoast Torquay dropping only six games in the four singles sets before taking the match 6-0, while Beachside won both doubles after splitting the singles, finishing ahead 4-2.

Section 2 minor premiers Western Heights Uniting will face Drysdale after accounting for Geelong Lawn White.

Ladder leaders Western Heights Uniting and Surfcoast Jan Juc will play for the Section 3 premiership after Uniting took a 5-1 win over Hamlyn Park and Juc scraped over the line to win by one game.

Section 5 was almost a mirror of Section 3 with St Mary’s taking a 5-1 over Surfcoast Torquay, but Waurn Ponds had a nine-game advantage over Drysdale in their match which tied three sets all.

In the Section 4 preliminary final, Ocean Grove will face Drysdale after a 4-2 win over Highton.

It was also semi-final week for Green Ball sections with only one real upset when Drysdale defeated Highton in the second semi in Section 1. Highton had both home and away wins between the teams, but with three good wins in the singles Drysdale had a three-game advantage at the end when the teams tied on sets. Geelong Lawn won the first semi 5-1 win over Surfcoast Jan Juc.

Geelong Lawn and Surfcoast Bellbrae will face off in the Section 3 grand final after posting4-2winsoverGrovedaleandAllSaints, and Geelong Lawn White and Green will play off after 6-0 and 5-1 wins over Barwon Heads andCliftonSpringsinSection2.GeelongLawn will feature in all Green Ball finals next week,

with Section 4 finishing on top.

There were three upsets in the Boys Sections with Section 1 minor premiers Geelong Lawn going down to Grovedale, Wandana Heights defeating Highton White in Section 6 and All Saints came through in Section 7 against Grovedale.

Clifton Springs and Geelong Lawn White posted convincing 6-0 wins in Sections 2 and 9 over Wandana Heights and All Saints, Geelong Lawn had a strong win in Section 8, while Grovedale Yellow, Lara and Geelong Lawn in Sections 3 will have a rematch of the first semi from last week.

The sun was out for preliminary finals day in Senior Pennant and it was an even day all round for the four Mixed sections.

Newcomb had the best win in Section 2. Coming from third, Newcomb started well

taking the first two mixed sets and this kept its nose in front with the doubles and reverse mix being split. Waurn Ponds was the only team making the most of a second chance in Section 1 against Grovedale.

The Ponds finished three games ahead with the match tied at three sets all. Wandana Heights Blue came from fourth to upset Drysdale in Section 4 and Newcomb managed to hold on in Section 3 after having a 3-1 lead going into the reverse mix, but with Clifton Springs winning both reverse mixed and tying the match on sets, Newcomb remained ahead by one game at the end.

The Open sections were more predictable with all favourites winning.

Surfcoast Torquay had a great day in singles with Michael Hili and John Stephenson dropping only two games for the two rubbers, setting them up for victory and a rematch with Wandana Heights White.

Minor premiers Moolap Black won the first singles and doubles, before taking the second doubles to go into the grand final with club rivals Yellow, and Lara took a clean sweep against Surfcoast Torquay in Section 4 to earn another crack at All Saints.

Section 1 Men saw Bannockburn end Grovedale’s hopes coming from fourth to take a 5-1 win. The teams each won one of the first two sets but from there Banno took charge and earned their chance to face Newcomb next week. Western Heights Uniting won a nailbiter against Highton in Section 2.

The teams were level on sets and games going into the final two sets but with a 6-1 win offsetting a 7-5 loss, Uniting will now face Ocean Grove Blue in the final. Clifton Springs wasthefinalteamtomakeitthroughinSection 3 with a win over Hamlyn Park. The Springs went ahead three sets to one going into the final two, before Dante Nicholls and Andrew Vlahovic took the sixth.

Outer harbour producing the goods

ON THE BITE

The fishing this week has been on the improve with snapper starting to show up in numbers from the outer harbour.

Typically early season fish love an oily bait such as pilchards, sauries and salmon. Fishing tide changes is another key actor when chasing these early season fish.

Calamari have been on the chew around the Bellarine with Clifton Springs and Point Richards holding lots with hoods to 38cm, a great size for this area. Size 3.0 jigs are ideal and at the moment they seem to be eating most coloured jigs.

Around the corner to Queenscliff and the XL calamari have seemed to have shown up in the bight with anglers getting amongst some of the action out there landing some big squid. Size 4.0 jigs is the best way to target them, if fishing the deeper water than a heavier weighted jig in a size 3.5 will work well too.

Down the west coast the barrel tuna bite has remained consistent with Portland and Port MacDonnell producing some top fishing. Trolling skirted lures such as JBs in a 8 to 10 inch size is proving to be lethal.

The west coast estuaries have been providing some great fishing over the past weeks with eps and bream all on the chew. Casting Vibes, Deep diving hard bodies and soft plastics are all accounting for plenty of fish.

All

aboard for new Little Aths racers

Corio Little Athletics Centre is a vibrant hub of activity on Saturday mornings during spring and summer.

Athletes aged five to 16 compete in events appropriate for their age, learning to run, jump and throw, gain self-confidence and make new friends.

“Little Aths provides a welcoming, fun environment for young athletes of all abilities, catering for those who just like to be active and have fun through to those who qualify to compete at state and even national levels,” new president Marty Sanders, who has four athletes of his own, said.

“For athletes who might not feel comfortable in a team sport, little athletics is perfect and each athlete is supported to achieve their own personal best.”

Athletes of all abilities can participate, and if special assistance is required, events at centre level can be modified for individuals. For example, lowering heights or weights of equipment, using an elastic high jump ‘bar’ etc.

Athletes do not have to compete in any event they do not feel comfortable to do. The centre willdowhateveritcantohaveallathletesenjoy their experience. Athletes with disabilities may needtobeclassifiedtocompeteathigherlevels.

Families take turns helping with their own athlete’s events, such as raking sand, picking up throws equipment, replacing the high jump bar etc.

“Adults usually find they enjoy being up close to the action and Saturday mornings quickly become social outings for the whole

family,” Marty said.

The centre has a free come and try day on Friday September 29 (public holiday) from 10am to noon. Competition begins on Saturday October 7.

Five clubs compete together at the centre, not against each other - Corio West, Corio South, Bell Park, Golden Plains and Lara.

All clubs are welcoming new members and it doesnotmatterwhereyoulive,orwhichschool you go to, which club you join. It might even be the colour of their uniform that decides for you.

Athletes who choose to compete in region and state events all proudly compete together as Team Corio.

Contact Meridith at 0412 166 760 or corio@lavic.com.au for more information.

Most fish (especially the eps) are pretty small but if you remain persistent there are certainty some good fish cruising about.

This weekend is the opening of the Victorian trout season and there is heaps of hype and excitement.

The Otways is always a popular location to have a go for some wild trout as it’s less than a two-hour drive from just about every spot. Some systems worth having a go at are The Aire, Bahram, Cumberland River and Smythes Creek. Small shallow running lures are the best things to throw in here.

The Goulburn River has had a top up of those mega rainbow trout. Drifting worms or power bait works well for them but the best method again is casting lures and pink is a very good colour for them.

Peri Stavropoulos with a bream. (Supplied)

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Left: Hannah, Emily, Ben, Xander, and at front, Tobias, Olivia, Anoop, Jaxx, Mark, Jacob and Noah. Right: Olivia, Xander and Mark in a close race. (Pictures: Ivan Kemp) 343149

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Beachside: Jasmine Phillips, Pearl Thompson, Adele McNamara and Elyssa Mutton. (Supplied)

Double chance win for Swans

South Barwon held onto third spot on the Geelong Football League ladder and will take a double chance into the finals after a 27-point win against Colac on Saturday August 26.

Haditnotdefeatedthesecond-placedTigers, South Barwon would have finished in fourth place and faced an elimination final match up.

TheSwanstooka35-pointleadintohalftime after holding Colac scoreless in the second term.

Colac outscored the Swans in the second half, but the damage had been done.

Andrew Boseley booted four goals for South Barwon and Jonty Broughton kicked three

Tigers through to decider

TorquaybookedaspotintheBellarineFootball League grand final with a 57-point second semi-final win against Barwon Heads on Saturday August 26.

Led by star forward Lucas Anderson, Torquay was never really threatened, running out 15.9(99) to 5.12(42) victors.

Anderson booted six goals while skipper Ben McNamara was superb at the other end, keeping Heads’ forward Brock Close to two majors.

The Seagulls lost Charlie Brauer to injury in the warmup and will meet Drysdale in the preliminary final this Saturday.

The Tigers got on top in the midfield with Baxter Mensch playing well while the Seagulls were missing intercept marking defender Kyle Polley through injury.

A 23-point halftime lead became 37 at the finalchangeandafourgoaltoonefinalquarter sealed the deal.

Drysdale will be hoping for a case of fourth time lucky when it meets Barwon Heads in the preliminary final.

The Hawks won their way through to the penultimate game of the season by defeating Anglesea by 48 points in the first semi-final.

The Heads have prevailed in all three encounters this season including a two-point thriller in the first week of the finals.

The 13.15(93) to 7.15(57) win was done without Sam Fleming due to COVID.

However, forward trio James Breust (four goals), Ben Fennell (three) and Tom Ruggles combinedforninegoalstogettheHawkshome after only 10 points separated the two sides at half time.

The preliminary final is on Saturday September 2 at Grinter Reserve, Newcomb starting at 2pm.

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whileJackMelicanandJarrynMcCormack(25 disposals) were Colac’s best.

The two sides will meet again this weekend in the qualifying final.

Leopold and Newtown & Chilwell will also meet each other for the second week in a row.

Leopold will take a 32-point win into the eliminationfinalmatchandalotofconfidence.

The Eagles were up by 17 points at half time, but Leopold edged in front by three points at the last change. A seven goal to two final term sealed the win.

MitchPattenkickedfiveforLeopoldandWil Sheahan three.

St Mary’s will have a week off and wait for the winner of the South Barwon vs Colac clash after a 52-point win against Bell Park.

There were only two points in it at half time, but the Saints booted 10 goals to three after the break.

SamDobsonwasathisblisteringbestwith10 goals and 13 marks for the minor premiers to take his season’s tally to 60 and Jarryd Garner racked up plenty of the ball.

Lara finished the season with a win against North Shore.

Joshua Sanders, Aaron Stone and Bayley Cockerill (15 kicks and 12 handballs) were the

standouts in the 21-point win.

Cameron Delaney kicked four goals for Grovedale against St Albans in win number four for the year and Ryan Abbott has 25 disposals and 38 hitouts.

Former Ocean Grove young guns Fletcher Keck (43 disposals) and Sam Donegan (35) had the ball on a string for the Supersaints.

Geelong West finished on 10 wins for the season after a 44-point win against St Joseph’s. Emmanuel Ajang completed a fine season for the Giants with 25 touches and another outstanding display and Lachie Horniblow booted four goals.

Tigers’ flag defence over as Eagles claw out tense victory

East Geelong held off a spirited Bannockburn in the Geelong & District Football League elimination final on Sunday August 27.

The Eagles were at their best in the opening half, booting the first five goals of the match to take a commanding 25-point lead into the sheds.

Banno then came out in the third term and blitzed with a six-goal quarter to claw the margin back to two points.

Callum Hetherington was giving the East Geelong defence a torrid time although he

would finish with 4.7 after missing some easy set shots. However, Bannockburn wouldn’t have even gotten close without Hetherington’s towering presence up forward.

Banno got in front early in the last quarter, but the Eagles steadied and booted the next three.

The Tigers kicked the next goal, but East Geelong held on in the frantic final minutes.

Final scores 12.9(81) to 10.17(77).

It means Bannockburn is now out of the

premiership race and won’t be defending its 2022 title.

Zac Smith was massive for the Eagles with five goals and Ryan Lempa had a great game and finished with three.

Hetherington was clearly Bannockburn’s best while Tom Bath and Alex Beardsell were top contributors.

East Geelong will meet Bell Post Hill in the first semi-final after Inverleigh scored a 32-point win in a low-scoring qualifying final.

The Panthers only managed one goal in the first three quarters as Inverleigh set up a massive second semi-final showdown with Thomson on Saturday.

Inverleigh’s Dalton Grundell (three goals) and Adam Donohue (two) were the only multiple goal kickers in the 9.11(65) to 4.9(33) win.

Jordan Schrader-Sabell and Tyler Skowronski were Bell Post Hill’s best.

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