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YOUR COMPLETE REAL ESTATE GUIDE (L-R) Brian Taylor, Sam Kekovich, Billy Brownless and Michael Turner have a laugh at the season launch for the Lorne Football and Netball Club. Friday’s event drew 160 people to the Lorne Hotel. For more details, see page 6. Photo: WARWICK TUCKER
FOR SCIENCE Ministerial tour of Waurn Ponds laboratory
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GEELONG’s economic future was on the agenda this week, and coincided with a ministerial visit to an important scientific centre in Waurn Ponds. Assistant Minister for Employment Luke Hartsuyker and Corangamite federal member Sarah Henderson toured the Geelong Centre for Emerging and Infectious Diseases (GCEID) laboratory at Deakin University on Tuesday. “This is a wonderful opportunity to see firsthand some of the fantastic innovation and ingenuity that
Geelong has to offer,” Mr Hartsuyker said. “GCEID is clearly at the cutting edge of scientific research in Australia, which is why the federal government is investing to help expand this important work. “The federal government has committed $3 million to the $12 million project to establish a larger site for GCEID, creating about 30 new ongoing jobs and 107 jobs during construction.” GCEID’s partners are Deakin University, the CSIRO’s Australian animal health laboratory, Barwon Health and the City of Greater Geelong.
Ms Henderson said she was delighted to show Mr Hartsuyker why the investment was so important. “GCEID’s researchers are a credit to our region, leading the way in keeping the community and food sources safe from infectious diseases. “This investment is a really good example of Geelong’s potential as a leading hub for science, research and innovation industries.” The federal government’s Victorian Economic Review Panel convened on Wednesday to inform the design of the $100 million growth fund for regions such as Geelong which have been affected
by a downturn in manufacturing. The panel is particularly interested in assisting industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and medical devices, food processing, information and communications technologies and advanced manufacturing. “We have a strong future in smart manufacturing,” Ms Henderson said. The panel was chaired by Industry Minister Ian Macfarlane, and included Trade Minister Andrew Robb, Senator Michael Ronaldson, Frank Costa, Mark Birrell, Jackie Fairley and Ms Henderson.
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BARWON COAST UPDATE BARWON Coast has the responsibility for the management of 13 kilometres of coastal Crown land from Collendina to Black Rock including our beautiful beaches in Ocean Grove, Barwon Heads and Thirteenth Beach. Beach safety Wow what a crazy month for beach weather, it is either burning hot or a cold south westerly. Surely it will settle down soon and we will be back on the beach. With thousands of visitors staying within our region over January it is essential that we all take time to remember the key safety messages from the state government annual Play it Safe by the Water campaign: • read and obey the water safety signs • never swim alone • never turn your back on your children and friends while they are in the surf. Additionally: • Know your environment – be aware of the local environment, conditions and weather before entering the water. There are different safety rules for beaches, rivers, and public swimming pools. • Behave safely – obey all water safety signs, don’t drink alcohol if you intend to go swimming and make sure someone is looking out for you. • Learn to swim – being able to swim
is an essential water safety skill. Everybody, especially school-age children, should be taught to swim and how to stay afloat. If they get into trouble they should know basic survival skills. With all our camp sites being in very close proximity to both the ocean and river beaches it is really important to take care in the water and never let young children out of sight. No diving/jumping from jetty, promenade or bridge Tragically serious incidents have occurred in recent summers so it is really important to take personal
responsibility for your safety when near the water be it at the ocean or the river beaches. Dangerous activities such as jumping or diving off the Barwon Heads jetty, the promenade or the bridge can lead to serious injury especially back injuries. With ever shifting sands and low river flows the water depth can be minimal especially at low tide so don’t do it. Dog free in peak summer To help everyone from young children to elderly folks enjoy their beach experience it is important to remember that in peak summer dogs are prohibited along the entire Ocean Grove Beach, the Barwon Heads foreshore and Thirteenth Beach until January 31. Free shuttle bus Leave your car at home or at your caravan park and catch the free shuttle bus coordinated by Barwon Coast with financial support from Coles, City of Greater Geelong, Press Here, Barwon Heads Community Bank and the local business associations. The free bus will operate every day until January 28, from 10am to 6pm, with an hourly lap of Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads and the beaches.
Brochures are available from many shops around Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads including our major sponsor Coles and at the City of Greater Geelong office in Presidents Avenue. Summer carnival Barwon Coast is pleased to again support the Lions Club of Ocean Grove/Barwon Heads by providing the Barwon Heads foreshore for their summer carnival operation. The Lions Club gains significant funds from the operation of the carnival, which it invests in its local community work. The carnival will operate until January 28. Protecting our environment Our coastal beaches exist in a fragile environment and there are large number of formal beach access points, all identified by a specific yellow beacon number for example 13W. Please use them and keep off the fragile dunes. I encourage you to contact me to discuss any issues related to coastal management in our region by phoning 5254 1118. Bob Jordan general manager
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Thongs on for Australia Day BY TIFFANY PILCHER IT’S not uncommon to find a stray double plugger at the beach but on Australia Day, Cosy Corner will be inundated with hundreds of them for the annual Havaianas thong challenge. For the ninth year, Victorians will band together in an attempt to set a new world record for the longest line of giant inflatable Havaianas joined in the water. The challenge is held annually across Australia in Torquay, Bondi, Cottesloe, Glenelg and Mooloolaba. Frontrunner Cottesloe Beach set the record last year with 2,093 and Torquay came in third with 1,053 participants. For each Torquay registration, $10 will be donated to the Torquay Surf Life Saving Club for their nippers program and club captain David Nankervis said it’s one of their most important fundraisers. “It’s a huge help to the club, all the money goes towards our junior programs and junior equipment.
“We all look forward to it and really appreciate the support from Havaianas,” he said. He encouraged people of all ages to sign up and help get Torquay into the record books. “We’ve come close before and we want to go one better this year, at the end of the day it’s all about getting people down and having a go. “There’s no better way to spend your Australia Day than at the beach.” If you’re looking for a more traditional way to celebrate Australia Day, the Anglesea Lions Club is hosting a breakfast barbecue on the riverfront from 8am. In Torquay, the Lions Club is holding a barbecue brunch in Taylor Park from 10am. The Havaianas Australia Day Thong Challenge will be held on January 26 at Cosy Corner. Register online now at havaianasthongchallenge. com.au or on the day from 8am to 11.30am. The world record attempt will take place between 12.20pm and 12.55pm.
Torquay Surf Life Saving Club nippers practise linking up their inflatable thongs ahead of the Havaianas Australia Day Thong Challenge on Sunday.
Footy legends launch Lorne’s season BY JAMES TAYLOR
Winning bidder Paul Traynor (left) accepts the surfboard made by Wayne Lynch. Photos: WARWICK TUCKER
A BOISTEROUS line-up of football personalities helped the Lorne Football and Netball Club launch its 2014 season on Friday. Richmond and Collingwood great Brian Taylor was the emcee of the event, held in the Lorne Hotel’s View Room, and the launch featured hilarious speeches and appearances by Sam Kekovich, Billy Brownless and Michael Turner. There was also an auction, and club president Brett Smartt estimated between $15,000 and $20,000 was
raised on the night. “It’s a great way to fill up the coffers. “This is the fourth launch we’ve had, and it’s getting bigger and better every year. “We find it draws a lot of people who wouldn’t normally come to the football – there are a lot of holiday home owners in Lorne, so it’s an opportunity for them to get to know us.” There were also two items auctioned for the benefit of injured ex-Lorne footballer Casey Tutungi – a framed Uncharted Waters film poster; and a surfboard custom-made by Wayne Lynch, which went to Grand
Pacific Hotel owner Paul Traynor for $6,000. Mr Smartt said the surfboard was shaped by Lynch – who was interviewed on the night – only a week earlier. “He doesn’t make many boards any more, and there are only a few handmade boards around these days.” Mr Traynor said he was very happy to be the successful bidder, and it was good to not only raise money for Tutungi but also for the hotel to be involved in the community. “It’ll be going up in the hotel by this weekend.”
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Anglesea River still sparkles in some lights BY HAMISH BROOKS NEWS of Anglesea River’s demise has at least been partially exaggerated, according to one local businessman who rents out paddle boats on the river. Adrian Booth from Anglesea Paddle Boat and Canoe Hire said while he acknowledged the fish deaths and acidic water from runoff in the river’s tributaries had affected fishers and swimmers using the river, paddlers of every description were still enjoying the estuary’s sheltered water way. He said he had also seen small fish in the river and met people who caught small bream yesterday (Wednesday). “Last night (Tuesday), Torquay Surf Club came down and used the river with their paddle boards. “There are hundreds of people using the river every day: wind surfers, kite surfers, kayakers people in their own canoes or ours. “And that’s not to mention the people walking their dogs and picnicking along its banks. “To say that the state of the Anglesea River is creating a negative perception of the town or the Great Ocean Road is incorrect.” Anglesea ward councillor Margot Smith said she had seen a lot of people making use of the river over summer. “People have been in canoes and boats. I don’t think too much harm has been done. There has been a few people fishing but I’m not sure if they’d be catching anything which is a bit disappointing. “The state the river is in is a natural occurrence. Sometimes it’s best just to let nature take its course.” Great Ocean Road Outdoor Centre owner Garry Kerr is maintaining his campaign for the state
government, Corangamite Catchment Management Authority and Surf Coast Shire to do more to help the river’s health improve. He said his petition to the state government calling for action on the river has attracted over 500 signatures. A Surf Coast Shire spokesperson maintained the pH levels in the river continue to improve, but that river users should take note of the warning signs along the bank.
Cr Rose Hodge (centre) with Torquay CFA firefighters Kevin Keegan and Peter Sweetten. INSET: This Super King Air aircraft flew firefighters and support staff to Horsham.
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Remy D’Alessandro, 6, and his dad Anthony D’Alessandro enjoy paddle boating on the Anglesea River on Saturday. Photo: PETER MARSHALL
volunteers to join up, especially since the recent formation of the Bellbrae brigade had thinned its numbers a little. “You don’t have to be a firefighter – there are lots of little jobs to be done around the place.” The brigade held an information night on Tuesday for prospective volunteers, with more than 20 people attending. Torquay was not entirely absent from firefighting efforts last week, with an aircraft touching down at Torquay Airport on January 16 to fly personnel to the front lines. The Super King Air was chartered to ferry members of the CFA, Department of Environment and Primary Industries and Parks Victoria to Horsham to fight the fires burning in the Grampians.
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Torquay debuts surf safety trailer BY TIFFANY PILCHER THE Torquay Surf Life Saving Club is on the move with a new standalone safety station designed by a local life saver and donated by McDonalds. The mobile station is the first of its kind and is the brainchild of club captain and Victorian Surf Life Saver of the Year David Nankervis. Copies of the safety station will be distributed to other clubs throughout Australia in conjunction with beach safety flyers being handed out in McDonalds takeaway bags. “I wanted to find a way to get the safety message out, and along with the flyers and we’re really happy with what we came up with,� Mr Nankervis said.
“This is a broad beach and on a busy day we can have between 8,000 and 13,000 people but there’s only one surf club. “Now we can set up a station at the other end of the beach and cover more area.� The safety station holds equipment, provides shade for the surf life savers on patrol and the side and roof panels can be changed to display safety messages. “I’m working now to get visual as opposed to written safety panels,� Mr Nankervis said. “It’s really important that the message reaches people who don’t read English as visitors are usually unaware of what the flags mean and how to stay out of trouble on our beaches.�
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COMMUNITY PROFILE Hard to believe that in the middle of January, the local football can be the focus of the community. But that is exactly the case with what happened here in Lorne last Friday night at Lorne’s hottest new venue, the View at the Lorne Hotel. The Lorne Dolphins hosted the season opening gala night in front of a sell out crowd that boasted an entertainment list that any AFL club would envy, and they certainly did not disappoint. In what many have described as the best yet event, a group of our local celebrities committed a large amount of their time and energy to ensure the success of the night. Billy Brownless had the crowd in the palm of his hand and reeled off story after story with many featuring local identities, and then Sam Kekovitch took over and lifted the humour to another level. The faces in the packed room said it all and the applause and post event energy was reinforcement of the success. Local identities Brian Taylor (BT), Michael Turner and Jason Langdon were the engine room behind the success of the night and the input of these high profile guys can never be underestimated in the work that they do for a community that they are such a special part of. A guest appearance by legendary surfer Wayne Lynch added another dimension to the evening when his hand crafted, autographed single fin board was successfully auctioned by BT and added $6,000 to the Casey Tutungi Future Fund. While on the subject of contributions to community, I hope you all read the fantastic article on the back page of Saturday’s Life and Style lift out of the Melbourne Age under the title of “Same old story for love-Lorne locals”. This is a must read and if you haven’t read the Anson Cameron article go to http://www.theage.com.au/ lifestyle/same-old-story-forlovelorne-locals-20140116-30vqg. html for a read. Great to hear from a non-resident property owner and his views on the beauty of Lorne and the sense of place surrounding the Lorne Angling and Aquatic Club. We were all saddened to hear of the passing of Eva Norton and our condolences go out to the entire Norton family. Eva was a fantastic contributor to this town from being a foundation executive member of Lorne’s very first pre- school to the fundraising and purchasing of Lorne’s Community and Hospital Op Shop and everything in between. Eva will be sadly missed but her contributions to this great town never forgotten.
Committee for Lorne Draft Plan Released Over 100 people attended a Committee for Lorne lunch at the Lorne Country Club on Thursday 9 January. These luncheons are held roughly every quarter and are part of our commitment to maintain regular communication with the Lorne community about the issues that are important to us and to update the community about the activities of the Committee for Lorne. We were very pleased to have as guests at the luncheon, Councillor Rose Hodge, Mayor of the Surf Coast Shire and Stephen Wall, CEO of the Shire. In addition, our Ward Councillor, Clive Goldsworthy, addressed the audience on Shire matters that pertained to Lorne ward and answered questions. Just on twelve months ago, the Committee for Lorne committed to develop a plan for Lorne. At the luncheon Committee Chairman Ian Stewart was pleased to announce that the Draft Plan, “Achieving Lorne’s Aspirations” was available for review and comment by the Lorne Community. This Draft Plan has been prepared with assistance and support from the Surf Coast Shire and a large number of Lorne Community members who gave up their time to attend 2 hour sessions every week for about 10 weeks while we discussed what was important and how we envisaged the future for Lorne. In such a process, it is quite amazing the depth of expertise and experience which is present in our community and the degree to which people want to be involved and contribute. The full document can be downloaded from the CfL website, under the “publications” tab – www.cfl. org.au. The Draft Plan starts with a Vision:- “to enhance and promote our sense of place, through our social, environmental, cultural and economic attributes, to provide a sustainable place to live, work, learn and visit.” We have then set out some Guiding Principles that we felt were important to establish a framework for the Plan and subsequent actions. These are the characteristics of our town and community that need to be respected. s ! PLACE OF NATURAL BEAUTY s ! TOWN FOR ALL AGES s ! SENSE OF COMMUNITY s ! HEALTHY AND PROSPEROUS COMMUNITY s ! CENTRE FOR ARTS CULTURE AND HERITAGE We have then developed a set of strategies that we believe will help us to achieve our Vision for Lorne.
These are : 1. Leading through cooperation 2. Creating a local economic advantage 3. Creating a community for everyone 4. Promoting and enhancing arts culture and heritage 5. Accommodating Lorne’s future 6. Encouraging visitors to “stay a little longer” The Draft Plan provides more detail on each of these strategies and how they support our Vision and reflect our Guiding Principles. We encourage you to read the Draft Plan and to provide your feedback. The final Plan will only be successful if it reflects the views and aspirations of our wider community, so we really want, and value, your feedback. There is a feedback form on the website for you to download and complete and forward to the Committee. Alternatively, you can complete an online survey on the website. This is an important step in establishing a plan that the Committee for Lorne will use as a basis of discussion with the various Government agencies who have responsibilities in Lorne: Shire, State Government, GORCC, Vic Roads, Parks Victoria. This is OUR chance to shape our future instead of waiting for others to do it for us. Your participation in this process, via your feedback, is very important to us. It is pleasing to see that the numbers attending these luncheons continues to grow with each event. However we know that there are many people who have wanted to attend but through work commitments, have been unable to do so. The Committee for Lorne wants to ensure that we understand the needs and aspirations of all groups within our community and we would welcome suggestions as to the best type of event we could organise which would allow people with young families and those working during the day, an opportunity to get together and talk. If you are in that group and you have an idea for an event, we’d love to hear from you – info@committeeforlorne.org.au.
Rhyll’s first visit to Lorne was on a school a holiday in 1948 when the bathing boxes were still on the foreshore, but it wasn’t until 1964 that she became a regular after her parents bought a holiday house. In 1988 Alan, an architect, built their own home. They are passionate about what Alan calls “their village” and describe their weekends coming to Lorne as a pilgrimage. Their two children, Christopher and Emily, bring their children for holidays providing the Nances with much valued grandchildren time. Rhyll, a retired arts administrator, slipped easily into a volunteer role with the Lorne Sculpture event, assisting with the education programme and guided tours. They also generously host one of the artists during the exhibition. Both are involved with Friends of Lorne, Rhyll as secretary, Alan with aspects of Lorne’s heritage. With Carol and Lawrie Baker, he has put together the well-researched brochure, “Lorne Heritage Walks”, which is available from The Visitor Centre. Although still working parttime from home, another edition is being planned. The crowded bookshelves in their holiday home illustrate their passion for reading and they share a love for the arts. “We can’t live without the sea” — Alan explains why they come to this special place virtually every weekend. CW
LORNE WARD EVENTS CALENDAR J A N UA RY 23
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GORCC Open House Consultation on Lorne Foreshore Caravan Park Master Plan, 9-3 at Lorne foreshore (on grass near Surf Club car park) Lions Club Seaside Market, 10-4 at Lorne foreshore
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MARCH 8-30 Lorne Sculpture Biennale, in and around Lorne 15 Lorne’s Twilight Bush Picnic, 6:30pm at Qdos Arts Pond, hampers booked at www.lovelornefood.com.au 23 Deans Marsh Festival, 10am to 5pm
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Surf safety grant for Anglesea BY TIFFANY PILCHER
this year, with Jan Juc, Torquay and Fairhaven also eligible. Barwon Water board director Jodi Heath said the corporation was proud of its long association with the region’s surf life saving movement. “The clubs provide a valuable service and Barwon Water is pleased to assist in making our beaches safer,� Ms Heath said. “Volunteer life savers are a real asset to the community and I hope the new equipment will contribute to a safer summer on our beaches.� The Anglesea SLSC said they value the ongoing support from Barwon Water, not just for Anglesea but also other life saving clubs in the Surf Coast region through their grant program.
ANGLESEA Surf Life Saving Club has received a $2,500 grant to purchase critical life saving equipment. The club has used the Barwon Water Surf Life Saving sponsorship program grant to buy 20 rescue tubes. The tubes are used by life savers while on patrol and also for the training and development of new life savers. Each year, Barwon Water provides a $2,500 grant to regional clubs on a rotational basis for essential equipment. Anglesea is one of four clubs offered a grant
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Lights out after highway smash BY TIFFANY PILCHER
The accident occurred on the Great Ocean Road around 3pm on Sunday and forced the closure of the road for a number of hours. One of the patients initially taken to Geelong Hospital was later airlifted to Melbourne for further treatment.
CARELESS driving is thought to be the cause of a single vehicle accident on the Surf Coast Highway last Wednesday. The crash caused a 30-metre-long grass fire at the site and the car hit a power pole, splitting it in two which caused power outages around Torquay. An 18-year-old male driver who has only held his probationary licence for two months lost control of his vehicle on the highway, 400 metres north of Grossmans Road around 7pm. There were two other males, aged 14 and 16 in the car at the time but no one was seriously injured. Sergeant Dominic Albanese attended the scene and said road conditions did not contribute to the accident. “We have a lot of problems with distractions in cars, people need to pay more attention on the road or these things happen,� he said. Meanwhile, two people were taken to Geelong Hospital and one other airlifted to the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne following a two car collision at Bellbrae.
A car hit a power pole on the Surf Coast Highway near Grossmans Road last Wednesday causing fire and power outages. Photo: PETER MARSHALL
News in brief Rally against shark cull
Anglesea Surf Life Savers with Barwon Water deputy chair Jodi Heath and their new rescue tubes purchased with a grant from Barwon Water. Back row: Aleisha Mauderer, Zoe Perkins, Jodi Heath, Anglesea SLSC President Peter Williams, Lachie Solly. Front row: Anglesea SLSC Captain Matt Solly and Nick Lowie.
A LOCAL protest is being organised to oppose the baiting and culling of sharks off the coast of Western Australia. The rally will take place on February 1 with protestors meeting at the corner of The Esplanade and Beach Road in Torquay at 1pm. The federal government recently exempted Western Australia from environmental laws to allow the cull, following a series of shark attacks in the area. The protest will be synchronised with others across Australia and in New Zealand and those attending are asked to wear blue and white.
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Thirteenth holding up in the heat Lyle to give open DESPITE the flora burning heat of last week, Thirteenth Beach Golf Links is on track to be in perfect condition for the Oates Victorian Open, February 20-23, as well as the preceding sponsor pro-ams, according to club superintendent Steve Hewitt. Hewitt said the four-day heatwave really tested ground staff. The greens, which were designed to handle harsh conditions having being sown with salt tolerant grasses, came through practically unscathed. “We used a lot of water though,� he said. “We’re fortunate to have plenty of recycled C class water – which the greens were designed to handle – from Barwon Water. Without that we
would have had our work cut out for us. “In fact, I believe the courses are in even better condition this year than last.� Club general manager and immediate past president of Golf Management Victoria, Anthony Masters, said the next three weeks leading up to the open would be crucial for the club. “The medium range weather forecast is very dry with little or no rain on the horizon so water is vital to us, as indeed it is to all Bellarine golf clubs, especially in the holiday season. “According to the City of Greater Geelong, the estimated economic benefit of the Victorian Open alone is valued at $2 million. You could add many more million dollars when you take into account
Thirteenth Beach Golf Links general manager Anthony Masters (right) and assistant superintendent Rodger Harkin on the tee of the water challenging ninth hole of the open course.
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money spent by tourists playing golf at any one of our great golf courses. Golf is a big and growing tourism industry on the Bellarine. “Barwon Heads alone is recognised internationally – in tourism terms – as the golf village by the sea. “And water is the key to that, as evidenced in the last drought by many clubs throughout the Bellarine becoming severely damaged, both on the ground and financially. “It should be remembered also that most clubs now use only recycled or harvested water, not only from a conservation point but also because of cost. Without access to recycled water the Bellarine simply wouldn’t have a golf tourism industry.�
The recently raised Victorian Open flags snap in the stiff northerly at Thirteenth Beach Golf Links last week.
everything he’s got BY REBECCA LAUNER JARROD Lyle is looking forward to the competitiveness of being back on the golf course when he plays the upcoming Oates Victorian Open at Thirteenth Beach Golf Links next month. The event will be Lyle’s second PGA Tour of Australasia event back after being away from the game for almost two years convalescence with Leukemia. Lyle was one of the stories of the year in 2013 as he returned to play his first comeback tournament at the Talisker Masters at Royal Melbourne in November. Having exceeded his own expectations at Royal Melbourne by making the cut and finishing tied for 57th with rounds of (72, 71, 70 and 79), the Oates Vic Open will be just the second time he will endeavour to compete over four days since his return. “I exceeded all my expectations at the masters. I went there not really with the best golf game and thinking I might not play the weekend but to be able to play the four days was a huge step forward,� Lyle said. “Now looking at the Vic Open, my expectations are a little bit higher. I’m going to go there and give it everything I’ve got to try to win the thing but all I need to see is a bit of improvement from how I was at the masters to how I am now. “I want to know that all the work I’m doing in the gym is paying off.� Lyle said there would be nothing better than to bring the trophy home. The Oates Victorian Open at Thirteenth Beach Golf Links is on February 20-23 at Thirteenth Beach Golf Links.
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Stars of the sea finish another program BY HAMISH BROOKS
A LOCALLY developed nippers program catering to children with a range of special needs has completed another successful summer program. Anglesea SLSC member Janet Jones began the Starfish nippers program in 2011, and this year, 12 children completed it, five more than last year. Ms Jones said she hoped that the Starfish nippers program would be replicated at other clubs across Victoria and was thrilled that it had finally started to take off with Point Lonsdale SLSC and Hampton LSC also running the program. “The program really builds children’s confidence and skills in the water and we hope that all life saving clubs in Australia will consider running similar specialised programs. “Our returning Starfish have improved their concentration and engagement skills, focusing for much longer on the activities. “One girl didn’t want to go on a board last year and now she is on the board every session, learning
new skills and gaining more confidence in the water. “We also had a session with the under 8s nippers program. Integration is the key and it was so good seeing the under 8s helping our starfish and communicating with each other and parents networking and interacting together.” Ms Jones said they are very fortunate to have a club who are all so supportive of the Starfish Program and a team of passionate volunteers’ to help everything run smoothly. “There are so many positive outcomes from the Starfish program for the clubs, nippers and their families, plus having our youth of the club involved in leadership with starfish is so good for awareness, community service and understanding,” Ms Jones said. The Starfish nippers program caters for children with a range of special needs and is a modified structured nippers program that runs alongside the traditional nippers program. For more information visit starfishnippers.com.au.
The Anglesea Starfish nippers program participants celebrate the completion of another successful program.
Help save Borneo’s sun bears BY JAMES TAYLOR
The sun bear is the subject of a fundraiser in Torquay this weekend. Photo: RYAN E. POPLIN
ONE boy’s trip to Borneo has inspired a fun-filled musical community event this Sunday. Since visiting the sun bears in the south east Asian country, Noah has wanted to help the survival of the smallest bear in the world, which is endangered by palm plantations and poaching. With the help of his mum, Katja Nedoluha, Noah has organised Noah’s Sun Bear Fundraiser, to be held at the Danawa Community Garden. The event will feature a big line-up of live music, including performances from: • Solar Drift • Red Whyte
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Too Much Fandango Theda Davidson Kattimoni Immanuel Dreessens Twiddly Tunes with Ceridwyn. There will also be wood-fired pizzas and a sausage sizzle, children’s market stalls and games, and people can bring a t-shirt to create their own Sun Bear print. There will also be a screening of documentary Big Dream, Little Bears, which outlines efforts to preserve the sun bear in Borneo. Found from southern China to eastern India and as far south as Indonesia, sun bears take their name from the bib-shaped golden or white patch on their
chest, which legend says represents the rising sun. They have a stocky, muscular build, small ears, and a short muzzle. However, their homelands are being lost rapidly to deforestation, poachers hunt them mercilessly for body parts and fur, and some farmers kill them because they often eat crops such as oil palm, coconuts, and bananas. Adult females are also frequently killed so their cubs can be taken and raised as pets. Noah’s Sun Bear Fundraiser will be held at the Danawa Community Garden, Spring Creek Reserve, Torquay, from 2-6pm on Sunday. Entry is $5. For more information, search “Noah’s Sun Bear Fundraiser” on Facebook.
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Police target local water safety POLICE on the Surf Coast are warning jetskiers to do the right thing this summer or faced being fined or charged. With an influx of tourists to the area over the summer months, police have been kept busy with some disappointing and dangerous behaviour from a number of personal water craft (PWC) users. Local police have also received an increased number of complaints this summer and will be out enforcing the law on the water. During an operation earlier in the week, over 10 penalty notices were issued. The main offences being detected are PWCs exceeding the five knot speed limit, particularly in the Barwon River area, and coming within 50 metres
of another vessel. Bellarine Police sergeant Michael Knight said a “rogue element” had the potential to ruin someone’s summer. “PWCs are incredibly powerful machines and when you combine that with risky behaviour, the potential for disaster is high. “If you are operating a PWC, remember it is an offence to speed in swimming zones or operate within 50 metres of another vessel. “As always we want people to come and enjoy the beautiful waterways of the Surf Coast during summer but it’s crucial that they selfishly don’t put others at risk. “Overall the majority of people using PWCs do
This jetskier (concealed by the spray his speeding vessel is raising) on the Barwon River was issued a penalty notice for exceeding the speed limit.
the right thing, but there’s a small number of people who don’t seem to be getting the message or even just having a lapse in judgement. “There is simply no room for complacency with safety on the water and we will continue our enforcement efforts.” A 27-year-old Waurn Ponds man was issued a penalty notice for exceeding the speed limit on January 14 at around 8.15pm. The man was using a PWC in the Barwon River, in an area that was only around one metre deep
and raising significant water spray, when a local photographer provided images to police. Anyone who witnesses risky behaviour on the water should contact triple zero and take down any identifying details of the PWC or user. Meanwhile, five confirmed boating fatalities since the beginning of the year have led to the state’s maritime safety regulator, Transport Safety Victoria, issuing a safety alert calling for every boater to plan and be better prepared before heading out on the water.
Sandy’s dog of a day IT WAS a dog of a day at Ocean Grove Home Hardware last Thursday when mascot Sandy appeared to collapse from heat exhaustion during the sweltering heatwave. As temperatures climbed to 42.5 degrees the dog went down and owner Paul Drake said he was shocked to see Sandy in distress. “It was very hot but I had been taking water to the dogs about every half hour. Some kids were really worried until they realised it wasn’t a serious illness. There was a huge cheer when I got him back onto his feet! A tip from the dogs is to stay cool on hot days and stay hydrated!” Sandy is back in good health alongside Rusty and they will remain on the Ocean Grove Home Hardware for a few more weeks before moving on to South Australia.
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Locals ready to cutback with the best BY HAMISH BROOKS
Cahill Bell-Warren surfs at the Victorian round of the inaugural Australian Boardriders Battle at Phillip Island late last year. Photo: ROBERTSON
LOCAL surfers in the Torquay and Thirteenth Beach boardriders clubs will be taking on the cream of Australian surfing when they contest the national final of the Be the Influence Australian Boardriders Battle at Cronulla this weekend. The clubs qualified for the event by finishing first and second respectively in the Victorian round of the inaugural Australian Boardriders Battle at Phillip Island late last year. Former world tour surfer Troy Brooks from Torquay Boardriders said at the time that surfing against some of the best surfers in the world would be an enjoyable, challenging experience. “It should be fun to go and mix it with the big boys in Cronulla. “I think we should do pretty well up there. We have some good up and coming kids and a few ex-WCT surfers. Hopefully we do alright.” Team manager and member Cahill Bell-Warren was stoked to qualify for the national event, and said, following the state win, the he was looking forward to
the national finals in Cronulla. “It sounds like it’s going to be bigger than a world tour event.” With Snapper Rocks and North Narrabeen heading the powerful line-up of Australia’s best boardriders clubs contesting the final, he’s not exaggerating. Both clubs are stacked with some of the country’s best surfers including five-time world champion Stephanie Gilmore, 2012 World Champion Joel Parkinson and ASP World Tour competitor Laura Enever. Other top surfers who could compete for their clubs include world champion Mick Fanning (Kirra), Tyler Wright (Werri), Adrian Buchan (Avoca), Taj Burrow (Yallingup) and Mark Occhilupo (Cronulla). The event will be televised live both days on Fuel TV and will also be streamed at australianboardridersbattle.com. The Australian Boardriders Battle is supported by the federal government’s Be the Influence – Tackling Binge Drinking initiative, with $105,000 up for grabs across the entire national series. The national final will be held at Cronulla on January 25-26.
Torquay women win surf marathon BY DEAN WEBSTER
THE longest, toughest surf marathon in the world attracted over 200 competitors to the south coast of New South Wales where competitors from our region proved hard to beat. In the open women’s boat category, Alice Wells, Kate McNamara, Ellen McNamara, Jacqui Forbes and Stephen Blewett from Torquay SLSC showed what they were made of taking out first place in the overall results following the
seven-day competition. Torquay open women’s sweep Stephen Blewett said the George Bass was a fantastic event. “Our crew did just great, the girls put in a great effort to take out first place, they did us all proud in this fantastic prestigious event,” Mr Blewett said. “I would like to acknowledge the volunteer life savers taking part in the competition and that they were strongly supported by their community.” The Dial Before You Dig George Bass Surf Marathon was reversed on the final day due to
adverse conditions so competitors got in the water at Eden, on the far south coast of New South Wales, and raced from there to Pambula Beach. The final leg was 20 kilometres and the Bulli open men’s crew reported seeing a whale just 10 metres from their boat. Other crews reported shark sightings during the course of the marathon. Flying fish were also seen, and felt, with one hitting a rower right in the side of the head as they headed down the coast.
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BY REBECCA LAUNER WHEN Lahnee Firth reaches her breaking point during a training session she thinks about people struck down with cancer which inspires her to push on. The Anglesea woman, 30, will soon take part in the Tour de Cure as part of the Melbourne Ironman and is dedicating her race to finding a cure for cancer. “I figure seeing as I am lucky enough to be able to train and hopefully complete this Ironman then why not try and support a charity that is very close to my heart,” Ms Firth said. “You spend a lot of time by yourself swimming, riding and running and when I think I am tired and doing it tough I think about these people who I wish were still here with us today, or think of all those people going through their treatment and how much I am sure they wished they were out in the fresh air, swimming riding or running.” Ms Firth said she had always been passionate about giving money to cancer charities because some of her
family members had battled with the disease. “I lost my aunty Anne 16 years ago, my aunty Bev two and a half years ago and my dad also had prostate cancer, but is a survivor,” she said. “Cancer seems to be everywhere and I know many other people who have been affected by it and find myself thinking of these people while out training. “Cancer does not only affect the person who has it but everyone they are surrounded by.” Ms Firth has already completed three Tough Mudders, two marathons (Melbourne and Great Ocean Road), three half Ironmans (Melbourne, Geelong and Perth), and Surf Coast Century as a pair. Ms Firth is training to complete the Geelong 70.3 Ironman on February 9 and the Melbourne Ironman on March 23, while raising money for the Tour de Cure charity to help find a cure for cancer. If you would like to donate visit tourdecure.com.au and search for Lahnee Firth.
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Fun day for all at Curlewis Parks BY DEAN WEBSTER
CURLEWIS Parks Land Estate held a family barbecue and fun day last Sunday for its residents and the general public. It was held in Connor Park on Centennial Boulevard to celebrate the opening of the latest addition to the many community parks in the estate. The event was attended by over 140 people who enjoyed various activities ranging from jumping castles, face painting, puppet shows, handball and kicking activities put on by the Drysdale Football Club. Estate manager Brett Thompson said he was delighted with the attendance. “It was fantastic to see current residents mingling with potential buyers and explaining the wonderful lifestyle offered at the estate,” Mr Thompson said.
“It was great hearing residents telling people about the benefits of our optic fibre system compared to other estates. “Observing the lovely community feeling throughout Curlewis Parks makes it all worthwhile.” Bay FM held a live broadcast on site and the Clifton Springs Lions Club organised the barbecue. During the event, Mr Thompson presented a cheque to the Lions Club for $2,000 as the estate is the major sponsor of the Australia Day picnic to be held in Drysdale’s Village Green this Sunday. With over 220 blocks sold and 120 residents, Curlewis Parks is one of the most popular new estates on the Peninsula. Land prices start at $139,000. For further information on Curlewis Parks contact Brett Thompson on 0425 869 940 or go to curlewisparks.com.au. Lacet Arnold from Ocean Grove. Photos: MICHAEL CHAMBERS
Brett Thompson, Clifton Springs Lions Club president Denise Ainsworth, Terry Crosby and Peter Grant with the giant cheque donating $2,000 to the Lions Club for their Australia Day celebration.
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Cottage holds record fundraising fair BY JAMES TAYLOR HOT weather did not stop Cottage by the Sea’s annual fair from having its most successful day yet. The event, held on the grounds of the charity’s building in Queenscliff, drew about 3,000 people through the gate on Saturday and raised a record $65,000. Items on sale included fruit and vegetables (featuring produce donated by Glynn Harvey), trash and treasure, pots and plants, books and toys, and several sausage sizzles. There was also an appearance by Geelong VFL players Jarrad Jansen, Jackson Sheringham and
James Toohey. The annual fair is the cottage’s major fundraiser for the year, and Cottage by the Sea operations manager Bill Kerr said attendance on Saturday was good despite the heatwave. “I think we might have lost a few campers from the Bellarine, though.” He said the takings had been steadily rising each year, but particularly over the past three to five years, and the money raised would be used to support the general operation of the cottage. “It’ll support a whole lot of kids. “We have about 1,100 kids through the door each year, so it’ll go a fair way towards that.”
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Tough times ahead for Australian honey industry BY DEAN WEBSTER LOCAL landowners are helping struggling honey producers out of a sticky situation by allowing them to house bees on their land. The bees have suffered through the hottest year on record and Bells Beach landowners Bob Johnson and Peter Stott have come to the rescue. Bendigo-based Newbridge Honey Company has been feeling the effects of the extreme hot weather and has been forced to relocate their hives to the Surf Coast just to ensure their bees survival. Owner Mick Holland said that there was nothing left for the bees to make honey from in their region as the heat has put the trees under stress. “The only hope for us is the coastal heath land along the Surf Coast which is still flowering, this
will give the bees a chance to survive this heat wave parching our state,” Mr Holland said. “Thanks to landowners like Bob and Peter who allow us to put our hives on their land, our bees should survive these negative weather conditions.” Australia’s honey industry is preparing for a difficult 2014, with abnormal weather conditions set to deliver the lowest national honey yields in at least a decade. A combination of excessive heat, flood and drought has hit prime honey producing areas and led to honey supplies falling by over 50 per cent. Erratic temperatures, both hot and cold, have meant spring production was very low. Australia’s hottest year on record severely hampered honey flows for bee keepers, with high temperatures causing stress and erratic behaviour in
local bee populations. In extreme heatwave conditions, beeswax honeycombs can melt inside the hive. The heat forces bees to remain inside and collectively fan their wings in an attempt to keep the hive cool. According to Trevor Weatherhead, executive director of the Australian Honey Bee Industry Council, the honey shortage has the potential to rock the industry in the short term. “It is a dire time for the honey industry with both apiarists and honey packers bracing themselves for the next 12 months,” Mr Weatherhead said. He said honey stock is now the scarcest it has been in over 10 years, and it was more important than ever for Australian’s to support the local honey industry.
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Livestock at risk on hot days BY DEAN WEBSTER EXTREME weather situations can be hazardous to livestock, especially prolonged hot spells like the one endured last week. Reduced production, heat related illnesses, even death can occur if you don’t manage your stock water needs during these periods, according to the Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI). Managing animals in high temperatures requires good forward planning. Keeping an eye on the weather forecasts, and developing a plan for days of high to extreme temperature is essential in ensuring animals have
sufficient shade and water on those very hot days. All animals will require more water during extreme heat conditions, sometimes up to twice as much as normal, so access to cool, clean water is a must. The number of watering points or water flow should be increased if a large number of animals are kept together. Troughs or containers should be firmly fixed so they cannot overturn and large concrete troughs help keep drinking water cool. Sufficient shade can be provided by trees, buildings or sunshades. The best type of shelter during extreme heat protects the animals from the sun and allows for
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Woofers and walkers paws for funding announcement THE state government is providing $8,732 to two local animal welfare organisations to help them continue protecting the welfare of neglected and homeless companion animals. Member for Western Victoria Region David Koch said the Geelong Animal Welfare Society would receive $7,147 to build a large free-run area – a safe and controlled environment for the community to socialise and exercise their dogs. “Portarlington Neighbourhood House will also receive $1,585 for its Woofers and Walkers Group to educate the community about responsible dog ownership,” Mr Koch said. “The Coalition government is committed to supporting not-for-profit organisations in their important work to ensure the welfare of Victoria’s pets is protected.” Mr Koch said 24 grants totaling $355,000 had been provided from the second round of the government’s $1.6 million Animal Welfare Fund. “The Animal Welfare Fund was an election commitment by the Coalition government, after Labor ignored calls for more to be done to protect companion animals from harm. “The Coalition government recognises that companion animals are an important part of the lives of Victorians and their welfare needs to be protected. “Since coming into government, the Victorian Coalition has worked hard to deliver tighter animal welfare laws and crack down on illegal domestic animal breeders.” In this round 19 small grants of up to $10,000 and five grants up to $50,000 have been awarded. Visit depi.vic.gov.au/animalwelfaregrants for more information on the Coalition government’s Animal Welfare Fund.
Expo for soon-to-be happy campers A YEAR in the making, Geelong’s first Caravan, Camping and Outdoor Expo rolls into the Geelong showgrounds across the Australia Day long weekend from January 23-26. Event organiser Scott Reinemann said the event was long overdue considering the number of leisure vehicles that head down the Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean Road each year. “We’ve done our research within the industry and with similar expos attracting large crowds, we are very confident of a big attendance.”
Showcasing the very latest in motorhomes, caravans, camping designs and accessories the expo covers all elements of the outdoors lifestyle. Designed to appeal to existing and would-be caravan, motorhome and camping enthusiasts, the expo promises something for everyone. Gourmet food, kid’s entertainment and shows complete a fun filled family day. A highlight of the show will be Australia’s largest outdoor fishing presentation. Educational, engaging and visually spectacular, a 21-metre long tank holding 14,500 litres of water
and stocked with barramundi allows patrons to view what the fish see without getting wet. The Geelong Caravan Camping and Outdoor Expo will be held at the Geelong Showgrounds, Carr Street, Geelong across the Australia Day weekend, January 2 -26. Opening times 10am-6pm Thursday to Saturday and 10am-5pm Sunday. Tickets $12 adults, $10 concession with kids under 17 free. Car parking is available at $5 per car. Visit geelongcaravancampingexpo.com.au for more.
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Addiction tackled at Ocean Grove and Leopold sports night BY REBECCA LAUNER A STAR studded line-up of speakers tackled gambling, drug and alcohol awareness last week when two Bellarine football and netball clubs united for the first time. More than 300 people from the Ocean Grove and Leopold football and netball clubs came together at the Leopold Indoor Neighbourhood Centre for the social event, which aimed to form a greater relationship between the sister cities. During the night, an array of sporting stars and personalities took to the stage, including Melbourne Football Club star David Schwartz, Footscray Bulldogs coach Brendan McCartney, Australian cricketer Rodney Hogg, one of Australia’s best comedians Marty Fields, Melbourne Vixen’s netballer Eloise Southby and Herald Sun sports writer Mark Robinson. David Schwartz spoke about his gambling addiction and how his wife Karen saved him from going to jail or being killed. He said his wife and children, who live in Barwon Heads, became his world. “What we have now is greater than anything I’ve ever had in my life,” Schwartz said. “Information is powerful.” Club organisers hope the night is the start of Melbourne Football Club champion David Schwartz bigger and better things to come. speaks at the event.
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The single-storey property forms a u-shape which wraps around an outdoor living space and garden. “That’s probably the most important space to us,” Hayley said “We wanted to capture the outlook over the golf course and there’s a big deck, veggie garden and trampoline – we spend a lot of time out there.” Inside, the pair has used natural materials including steel, glass and timber liberally. Concrete flooring, walls and benches are warmed by honey coloured American oak walls and flourishes. Hayley’s eye for styling is shown throughout with vibrant furnishings and artefacts they have collected over the years. “I’m really passionate about textiles so it was really easy to dress the beds and bring a quick injection of colour and life into the rooms without putting stuff everywhere. “A lot of the furniture is old pieces we’ve carried from house to house. “Essentially we’re living with three kids in a coastal
home so it’s not overdone because you have to be able to live in it.
My Coastal Home out January 27 James and Hayley’s home will be featured in the next edition of My Coastal Home magazine, distributed with the paper on February 27. For advertising inquiries email advertising@surfcoasttimes.com.au. For editorial inquiries email editor@surfcoasttimes.com.au.
“IT’S COMPLETELY FUNCTIONAL AND WE LOVE THE SPACE AND SOLITUDE, IT’S A PRETTY EASY AND SPECIAL PLACE TO LIVE.”
(L-R) Hayley, Chloe, Baye and James Pannekoecke take in the sunshine in the backyard of their Barwon Heads property.
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Timely warning on fire risk BY DEAN WEBSTER WITH the recent heat wave brings increased fire risk and we all need to be vigilant over the next couple of months. The extreme weather conditions that traumatised our region last week zapped every last drop of moisture from our surrounding grasslands and bush, transforming the landscape into a menacing tinderbox. Although we dodged a bullet last week, there were many fire incidents that proved to be a timely warning as to the extreme risk we are now under. With a recent lightning strike fire near Portarlington, a car accident fire in Torquay and two fires near Winchelsea we need to be alert of the variable fire risks. Torquay Fire Brigade captain Phil Campbell said they have had 15 call-outs this year. “This is a timely reminder of how vigilant our community need to be, especially during these extreme conditions which could lead to a catastrophic event,” Mr Campbell said. “We have had 15 jobs so far this year and four in a row last Wednesday that kept us on our toes. It could
have been a lot worse – we were fairly lucky.” Mr Campbell said it is important for our community to take notice of total fire ban declared days and report any fires by calling 000. Wet conditions in spring and early summer promoted high levels of growth in local grasslands. This is prime fuel for fast running grass fires that can run into our bushland creating extreme fire events. Farmers and contractors need to be cautious and on high alert when operating vehicles and machinery in these conditions. The CFA urged farmers and contractors not to operate harvesters and other machinery in paddocks on total fire ban days due to the extreme risk. Geelong region CFA operations manager Gerry Verdoorn said we had been fairly lucky so far. “Last week was extreme but we got through it without any major incidents or loss,” Mr Verdoorn said. “With the amount of people down the coast near the bush we need to take extra care on high risk days. “We are happy for tourists and visitors to come but they need take that extra caution and reconsidered their need if the risk is too high.”
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This tree was hit by lightning, causing a fire near Portarlington last week, which was put out swiftly by local fire crews.
Register to reunite RED Cross has opened Register.Find.Reunite. to assist people affected by bushfires in the North Grampians region to get in touch with their families and friends. People who have been affected in the North Grampians area are encouraged to register with Red Cross online, by telephone or in person at a relief centre. “The simplest way to let your family and friends know you’re OK or to find out that your loved ones are safe is to register with the Register.Find.Reunite. service,” Red Cross state manager emergency services Adam Dent said. “The service helps find and reunite family, friends and loved ones during a disaster.” “Being separated from family and friends is
one of the most stressful things a person can experience during an emergency. “Not knowing where your loved ones are, not being able to get a hold of them by phone or email adds to that anxiety.” People can register with the Register.Find. Reunite. service on the Red Cross website at redcross.org.au from a computer or any mobile device. If internet and mobile devices are down due to the emergency, people can also register in person at an evacuation or relief centre. If you are unable to contact a loved one who may have been affected by a large scale disaster in Australia, visit the Red Cross website to enquire through the Register.Find.Reunite. service or phone 1800 727 077.
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Get home safely from music festivals BY JAMES TAYLOR
A YOUNG music fan who underwent brain surgery after a serious car crash has backed an innovative online Transport Accident Commission (TAC) campaign for festival-goers. Adele Brookes said the first thing she thought about after waking from an eight-day coma last May was whether she had missed the Groovin the Moo music festival. The 22-year-old is supporting the TAC’s Roadtrip Forever campaign ahead of the Australia Day long weekend as many young people head on road trips across the state. The interactive online video at roadtripforever. com takes users on a virtual road trip to a bush music festival where they and their travel companion, chosen from their Facebook friends list, are seen enjoying the time of their lives before the trip turns to tragedy. Nearly 100,000 people have clicked onto the site since it went online last March, including 10,000 shares on Facebook and Twitter. TAC project coordinator Samantha Collins encouraged music fans to “take the trip” with a friend for a realistic and powerful festival experience. “The online videos are powerful stories and as you and your Facebook friends are immersed in
them, the impact can be very emotive. “Roadtrip Forever is specifically targeted at 18to 25-year-olds, who make up a large percentage of festival-goers, like at Friday’s Big Day Out in Melbourne. “This age group is still over-represented in Victorian road trauma statistics and Roadtrip
Forever is a powerful reminder of the importance of having a good time but getting to and from festivals safely first.” Adele said after fighting for her life in the Alfred Hospital, her experience was a reminder of why planning road trips was so important. “Hopefully, Roadtrip Forever and other TAC
campaigns can educate everyone on the crucial need to get home safely. I’ve been able to recover and work my way back from brain surgery in the past eight months, but not everyone is as lucky.” Roadtrip Forever won Silver for Best Integration and Best Interactive at last year’s APAC Branded Content and Entertainment Awards in Sydney.
Adele Brookes and Samantha Collins show off the Roadtrip Forever campaign.
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A regional partnership with TAC and the Victorian Government Maintain vigilance about road safety. (Rural Vic Toll YTD) The above figures represent regional Victoria’s road toll.
SEVERAL roads in the Geelong region became sticky during last week’s extreme heat conditions, and VicRoads has urged people to drive safely to the road conditions and observe all safety warnings during any future heatwaves. Roads affected in the Geelong region included: • Surf Coast Highway • Colac-Lavers Hill Road, and • Princes Highway near Waurn Ponds.
On hot days and evenings bleeding of the road surface can occur, particularly on recently sealed roads, causing the bitumen to become soft and sticky. In certain circumstances, temporary speed limit signs may be installed. VicRoads said it was closely monitoring the road network, and road maintenance crews were on standby and dispatched as locations were identified. Drivers have also been advised to be conscious that vehicle breakdowns are more likely in extreme heat
conditions, and have been asked to be considerate of other drivers. If vehicles do break down, drivers should (where possible) stop or park the vehicle in the shade, and avoid parking on long dry grass, as this could be a potential fire hazard. Motorists are encouraged to contact VicRoads on 13 11 70 with any concerns. The latest traffic updates can be found on the VicTraffic website by heading to traffic.vicroads. vic.gov.au.
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Planning on Avalon rail link progresses BY JAMES TAYLOR THE proposed railway link to Avalon Airport has reached the formal environmental planning stage, with three potential routes identified. Earlier this month, Minister for Public Transport Terry Mulder referred the project to Planning Minister Matthew Guy to determine whether an Environmental Effects Statement was required as part of the planning process. The project being referred includes: • The creation of a reservation up to 6.5 kilometres long for a passenger rail link (and its associated works) between the existing Geelong railway line and the Avalon Airport passenger terminal • One kilometre section (approximate) of the link on Commonwealth-owned airport land, and • Three potential route alignments identified within the study area (Western, Central and Eastern alignments) as possible locations for the reservations. Once the Planning Minister makes his determination and the state’s planning and environmental approval requirements are known, consultation with the federal government can begin on its environmental requirements. Mr Mulder said the environmental planning
requirements on major public transport projects were an important part of getting the project right and getting it ready to go. “The aim of the Coalition government’s Avalon Airport Rail Link is both to improve options for people travelling from Geelong and Melbourne, and to secure the airport’s future as our second international airport.” He said that through an agreement with Qantas and Linfox, the state government had secured Jetstar’s four daily return flights between Avalon and Sydney and one daily return flight between Avalon and Brisbane until April 2015. “Avalon has handled more than four million passengers. It is a vital link to the east coast of Australia for Geelong, Surf Coast, western and south-western Victorian residents as well as Melburnians living in the western suburbs. “Victoria must continue to have two curfew-free major airports, compared with Sydney’s sole curfew affected major airport.” Documentation for the rail link planning study is being prepared to go on exhibition this year. Environmental planning is being done on the railway link to Avalon Airport.
Check with council before your public party BY JAMES TAYLOR
IN THE aftermath of the big crowds in Fitzroy’s Edinburgh Gardens on New Year’s Eve, the state government has encouraged people thinking of arranging group gatherings in public places to consult with councils to ensure that their activities will be safe and fun. The NYE gathering drew a surprisingly large crowd to the gardens, and there are expected to be several public events held across the state during the
weekend’s Australia Day celebrations. Event organisers both big and small have been reminded to talk to their local council to better plan for large scale events. Minister for Local Government Jeanette Powell said the majority of Victoria’s 79 councils continued to facilitate well-run public events, but the holiday season was a timely reminder that parks and public spaces were there for the enjoyment of the whole community. “Councils have in place measures for large
gatherings in public places to ensure community safety, protection of community assets and amenity of local residents. “I strongly urge event organisers to get in touch with their local council who can assist them with the necessary requirements to make their event a success. “Community safety remains paramount, so liaison with emergency services may be necessary. “In some cases events may need appropriate traffic management, crowd control, waste removal,
toilet facilities and alcohol control. “In the lead-up to Australia Day, local government has an important role in facilitating community celebrations which help to build social harmony, foster community spirit, enrich people’s lives and drive a sense of pride and joy in being Australian.” She said large-scale gatherings should be undertaken in compliance with local laws, which were there to ensure people had a safe and fun time and that nearby residents and the community were protected.
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BY TIFFANY PILCHER THINGS are bound to get crackers with Captain Spalding performing at the Anglesea Hotel this Australia Day long weekend. Widely considered one of the best and most respected cover acts in the country, Captain Spalding know how to get people up on their feet. The band has been entertaining audiences since 1981 with Scotland-born, Melbourne-based Tom Spalding at the helm. Together with Dave Campbell and Bill Mathews, the trio recreate the biggest, best and most dance floor-worthy hits from the 70s to today. “It’s a good job isn’t it!” Spalding said. “When you’re performing you have to get people involved so I love to talk to the crowd and move around all over the place. “You never know where I’ll be. You’ll hear me but I might be at the back of the room or on the side or sitting at someone’s table. “You have to keep things interesting and fun – that’s the whole point, that’s what music is about!” Working with the audience, Captain Spalding performs the songs people want to sing and dance to, delivered with a heavy dose of humour. Their wide-ranging repertoire is constantly growing and includes everything from rock hits of days gone by to Bruno Mars and more recently, Avicii’s latest hit, “Wake Me Up”. “I like to chat to the audience and see what they want to hear, after all, you want them to be up and having fun, singing along and having a drink – not sitting at the bar bored out of their minds. “We’re always learning new songs and making sure we’ve got them right. “If you’ve got the right songs and the music and harmonies are good, then you’re set. “At the end of the day it’s not about me, it’s about the fun – it’s simple and I’m a very simple man!” As one of the hardest working acts around, the band has performed more than 6,000 shows across Australia as well as in Asia and Europe. “At one point I was playing six shows a week and thinking that was normal,” Spalding said. “I’ve calmed down a bit since then but my passion for the music has stayed the same. “I know I have the best job in the world.” Captain Spalding will perform at the Anglesea Hotel on Saturday January 25 from 9.30pm. Entertainment is included in the entry fee, for further information call 5263 1210.
Dave Campbell, Tom Spalding and Bill Mathews are bringing all the hits and plenty of laughs to the Anglesea Hotel on Saturday.
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ROCK fans have their work cut out for them this Australia Day with the Torquay Hotel hosting a double header featuring three classic Aussie artists. Strap on your oversized shoulder pads and prepare to relive the glory days with Absolute 80s featuring Scott Carne and Brian Mannix at 3pm. One of Australia’s most enduring modern rock bands, The Go Set will kick off at 9pm to keep the party going into the night. With seven albums and 12 years on the road under their belts, The Go Set has solidified their place in Aussie pub rock culture.
Combining folk influences with 70s punk rock and traditional sounds from a mandolin, bagpipes and the accordion, their sound is familiar but also has a sharp edge. Their raw and chaotic live shows have seen them leave a strong following in their wake on tours across the country as well as in Europe and the UK. They’re also regular festival fixtures, having featured at Falls Festival, Pyramid Rock, Queenscliff Music Festival, Port Fairy Folk Festival, Apollo Bay and St Kilda Festival. Absolute 80s featuring Brian Mannix and Scott Carney and The Go Set are performing at the Torquay Hotel on Sunday January 26. Tickets are available at the door.
Australia Day is set to go off at the Torquay Hotel with The Go Set (pictured) and Absolute 80s featuring Scott Carne and Brian Mannix.
rock Wolseley Winery BY JAMES TAYLOR FOUNDING member of Daddy Cool Ross Hannaford will be turning up the volume at Wolseley Winery this weekend at a special Australia Day performance. Hannaford will be appearing with his backing band The Disco Rockers, which comprises Tim Neal, Simon Dawe, Jeff Raglus and Paul McDonald. An Australia rock legend, Hannaford is often referred to by his nickname “Hanna”. Widely regarded as one of the country’s finest rock guitarists, he is best known for his long collaboration with singer-songwriter Ross Wilson, which began as teenagers, and with whom he formed the 1970s Australian rock band Daddy Cool. Hannaford is also well known and loved for his later work with bands such as Billy Tea, Lucky Dog, Dianna Kiss, The Ross Hannaford Trio and latest band The Critters. Ross Hannaford and The Disco Rockers will perform at the Wolseley Winery, Hendy Main Road, Paraparap, on Sunday. Doors open at 3pm, music starts at 4pm. Tickets are $15 at the door.
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Dog Trumpet to sound out in Lorne BY TIFFANY PILCHER IMMERSE yourself in the wonderful works of renowned artists and former Mental as Anything rockers Reg Mombassa and Peter O’Doherty this weekend in Lorne. The brothers are holding a pop-up art show and will perform as Dog Trumpet at Qdos Arts on Saturday. Over the last twenty years as Dog Trumpet they have released five psychedelic folk, country and semiabstract blues albums and they continue with their sixth release, Medicated Spirits.
With their slide guitar and mandolin driven songbook they have graced stages in Australia and internationally entertaining audiences with their imaginative and poetic songs. It was recently announced their album Medicated Spirits had been chosen as a finalist in the much sought after Australian Music Prize to be announced in March. They’re also about to go international with the announcement they’ve been chosen to perform at Austin’s massive SXSW music festival in March. Mombassa is famous for his distinctive work for Mambo Graphics and as a fine artist.
O’Doherty is also a successful and much sought after painter and for more than three decades the brothers have exhibited in Australia, New Zealand, Europe and Asia. The pop up art exhibition will be at Qdos Arts, Allenvale Road, Lorne on Saturday January 25 from 4pm to
8pm, meals will be available from 6pm. The Dog Trumpet performance will follow at 8.15pm and entry is $30 per person. For more information contact Qdos Arts on 5289 1989 and to book tickets head to trybooking.com/eawv.
Images are works by Reg Mombassa, which were displayed around Sydney over New Year’s Eve as part of his appointment as creative ambassador for the celebrations. Mombassa and his brother Peter O’Doherty are performing as Dog Trumpet and holding an art exhibition at Qdos Arts in Lorne on Saturday.
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Pinot G the go for summer WITH the temperatures really starting to test us in the last week or so, there’s nothing like a crisp, refreshing drink to cool us down as we contemplate the heat, the flies, the surf, and of course the tennis. A new discovery for me has been ‘Aperol’ Spritzers. OMG - so good and so refreshing, I must thank all those in the know who put me on to this wonderful drink (ice, slice orange, three parts Prosecco, 2 parts Aperol with a dash of soda): definitely the drink this summer that most people brought back with them from their holiday in Italy. Speaking of Italy, the other great drink at this time of year that pairs so well with seafood dishes is the white wine Pinot Grigio. Pinot Grigio (aka Pinot Gris – basically they are one and the same grape, just stylistically different) is a white grape variety that is slightly grey in colour (hence the “gris”) and is thought to be a “cousin” of Pinot Noir. Famously grown in the Alsace region of France where it produces richly textured aromatic wines, in Italy it is a prominent white grape variety of the Veneto region. The Italian Pinot Grigio style is generally a refreshingly lean, light-bodied wine that is light in colour with a dry savouriness, a thread of mineral character and an edge of acidity finishing fresh and crisp, though more expensive examples tend to show much more layered flavour definition, depth and texture. Here in Australia some producers can’t seem to make up their mind as to which side they swing – gris or grigio; however, it doesn’t matter so much as both styles are great food wines, especially with seafood dishes. The popularity of the grape has seen it start to dominate shop selves as people really enjoy the telltale crisp, citrus flavours and full-mouth feel with zingy acidity on the finish. One fantastic example I came across recently from the home of Italian Pinot Grigio in the Veneto region up in the north-east of Italy is from a cooperative winery – Cantina Breganze. At Breganze, they produce many wines from its membership of about 800 members, producing roughly three and a half million bottles each year. Established in 1950, the cooperative has grown and developed, receiving DOC status in 1968, which saw the wines’ popularity increase as it gained important access to national and international markets. These days, the winery is sleek and modern with the very best winemaking equipment available as the cooperative seeks to continue improving its production processes with a heavy emphasis on working with all the growers at improving the quality levels of growing techniques, plantings, soil conditioning, pruning etc. In effect, all activities involved in the viticulture process encourage their members to decrease their yields to
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It’s all looking up for King of the North BY TIFFANY PILCHER STRAIGHT off the back of a rollicking set at the Queenscliff Music Festival in November, King of the North are coming back to the Bellarine for a show at the Barwon Heads Hotel tomorrow night. The hard rock band is made up of Andrew Higgs and Danny Leo and for just two guys with a guitar and a drum set, they sure know how to make a racket. The unexpectedly powerful King of the North sound is created by their pioneer “three from one guitar technique”. The technique involves making the sound of two guitars plus a bass guitar simultaneously from just one guitar. Add to the equation a solid and incredibly
dynamic drummer and you have one of Australia’s most innovative and exciting new sounds. Within six months of forming in January 2012, the band gained the attention of Cold Chisel, supporting them at Melbourne’s iconic Festival Hall. Invites to play the Palace Theatre, Cool Summer, Rock N Load and many support slots soon followed. Since then, the band has toured Australia wide with festival performances at Apollo Bay Music Festival, The Gum Ball, Cool Summer, Folk Rhythm and Life and many more. They released their first album, Sound the Underground, late last year after receiving enormous support from fans through funding site Pozible. King of the North are performing at the Barwon Heads Hotel on Friday January 24, tickets are $15 and available at the door.
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A+E news in brief Patterson’s exhibition rocks LOCAL Indigenous artist Nathan Patterson is holding an exhibition at Bird Rock Cafe on Saturday. The exhibition, Coastal Dreaming, will showcase his innovative work, created using traditional Aboriginal art techniques with a contemporary twist. The exhibition will be held at Bird Rock Cafe, 1 Stuart Avenue, Jan Juc from 1pm to 4pm on January 25. There will be finger food, drinks will be available at bar prices and a live band will provide entertainment. For further details call 0415 926 334.
BY TIFFANY PILCHER THERE is a good reason the Great Australian Beer Festival is held in Geelong.
With brewers popping up across the city, the Surf Coast and the Bellarine Peninsula, it’s becoming something of a craft beer mecca. In fact, no other regional centre has a higher
GIVEAWAY The Surf Coast Times and Bellarine Times have another 10 tickets to the Great Australian Beer Festival to give away. For your chance to win, email giveaways@surfcoasttimes.com.au and tell us what your favourite local brew is and why. Don’t forget to include your name, full address and phone number. Entries close at noon on January 27. Winners will be drawn and notified on the same day.
Apollo Bay Festival packages land ALL inclusive cabin and camping packages for the Apollo Bay Music Festival are now available. Pisces Big 4 and Marengo Holiday Park have limited family packages available including two night’s accommodation and festival tickets for two adults and up to four children. For more information call Pisces Big 4 on 5237 6749 or visit piscespark. com.au or call Marengo Holiday Park on 5237 6162 or visit marengopark.com.au. Onsite festival camping is available for $10 per adult when purchased with your festival ticket, two children aged 15 and under can camp for free with each pass. The Apollo Bay Music Festival is on from February 28 to March 2, tickets are on sale now at apollobaymusicfestival.com.
concentration of craft breweries and it’s becoming a huge tourism drawcard, allowing local brewers to show off their creations. While the festival draws in brewers from all over Australia, there is a host of local brewers who are bound to get a bit of special attention. Barongarook brewery (Otway Estate) Prickly Moses is featuring at the event for the second time in as many years. They have been given the honour of brewing the festival’s official beer as well as the historic Volum brew. “Last year was really great, we made a collaboration brew with other breweries in the area and this year will be a little different so it’s very exciting for us,” head brewer Luke Scott said. “It’s a fantastic event and it helps us promote our own style of beers and get the word out. “It’s also really great for the people who come along. It’s a lot of fun.” Mr Scott said with the help of events like the Great Australian Beer Festival they are going from strength to strength. “We’re growing pretty rapidly now and moving into interstate markets too. “We love attending events like this so we’re looking for others as well, it’s an exciting time.” The Great Australian Beer Festival will take place on February 1 at the Geelong Racecourse. For tickets and further information, head to gabfgeelong.com.au. Prickly Moses head brewer Luke Scott has created the official beer of the Great Australian Beer Festival this year.
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Art comes to Aireys park BY TIFFANY PILCHER NOW in its fifth year, Berthon Reserve in Aireys Inlet will come to life again for Art in the Park this weekend. Artists and stalls will be dotted throughout the reserve on Saturday to create a relaxed and interesting bushwalk. Throughout the exhibit there will be mosaics, paintings, watercolours, acrylic and oil paintings and pen and ink work. There will also be jewellery, one-off items, magnets and a range of crafts to choose from as well as a lemonade stand and a classical guitarist providing entertainment all day. Organiser Dianne Leslie said there is set to be an exciting variety of artists at this year’s event. “The returning artists do something different each year so there is always something new to see,” she said. “We also have some new artists exhibiting this year who have never taken part before. “It’s a great chance to have a look at some Aireys Inlet art, have a chat with the artist and pick up something you won’t find anywhere else.” All the artists who are exhibiting live in Aireys Inlet on a permanent or part-time basis. Ms Leslie said it’s not only a fantastic opportunity for people to peruse local art, but it also brings the wider community together. “It’s a really great way to see what people around town are doing and how they do it. “It’s also a great chance for people who only live
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THERE can be no easier way to feed a mob of family or friends than to fire up the barbecue. If you’re doing so the three R’s below should have you on the right track for a fitting celebration.
R#1 – the regulations First – check that it’s not a day of total fire ban (TFB). On days declared TFB you can still have a gas or electric barbecue as long as it is a fixed appliance which is built into a permanent structure of brick, stone or concrete, and the surrounding area (metres) is clear of flammable material. You must have either a hose connected to water, or a vessel with at least 10 litres of water, at hand. An adult must be present when the barbecue is alight. OK, all of that is easy to organise - now for the sacrificial offerings themselves, and the flavours to douse on them.
R#2 – the rules It’s a curious and entertaining thing to watch the barbecue cook in action. They are often male, with a penchant for excessive prodding of anything that is cooking. It’s a wonder that GPs don’t see a higher
rate of RSI among their male patients – from too much turning and tong-work at the barbecue turning those snags over summer. So rule one is – leave ‘em alone for thirty seconds, puhlease!”. The snags, that is. Rule number two – don’t have the barbecue solid plate or open grill excessively hot. The end result will be charred or blackened food that is not cooked sufficiently all the way through. Nasty thing that salmonella and especially easy to propagate in those hamburgers! If you do want to use a drizzle of oil, simply use a wad of paper toweling doused with olive oil, and wipe the grill bars. This is a better option than dousing the items to be cooked with oil, as this will only flare on the open flame. And now a new rule for 2014 – what not try a few different marinades or rubs to make your barbecued food even more mouthwatering?
R#3 – the rubs There is no doubt that marinating food for the barbecue can add infinite variety – it’s a great idea! However, when it comes to deciding
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how long to marinate the food – err on the lesser side. Most marinades are comprised of some sort of ‘acid’, be it citrus juices, a dash or verjuice or vinegar together with oil and various spices or herbs. The acid will have the effect of “cooking” the food, drying it out. Generally if the marinade is robust, the desired effect of flavouring the food will be achieved after 30 minutes to an hour. The benefit of using dry rubs to flavour the food to be barbecued is that you avoid that burning of any oils or sugar that are in the marinade. So let’s see - pieces of chicken, firm fleshed fish, lamb or beef steak or chops, shellfish such as prawns – will all be suitable for these following rubs. Preferably use whole spices, and enhance the flavour by “dry roasting” them in a skillet, and pounding them as you require, using a mortar and pestle. Local rules may well apply in your household, such as the essential barbecue cook’s special apron declaring that you must “kiss the cook”, but doesn’t that apply to every meal?
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12 cloves garlic – roughly chopped 1 tablspn ground coriander
2-tablspn sea salt
1 tablspn ground cumin
1 tablspn Sichuan peppercorns
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1 tablspn ground black peppercorns
1 teaspn salt
1 teaspn ground turmeric
1/2 teaspn dried chilli flakes 1 tablspn cornflour
1/4 teaspn cayenne pepper 1/4 teaspn white pepper 1 tablspn sweet paprika.
Blackened fish rub (Sufficient for four fillets of fish) 1 teaspn each sweet paprika, onion powder, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, ground black pepper
Asian twist 1 teaspn curry powder 1/2 teaspn five spice powder 1 teaspn coriander seeds 2 tablspns sesame seeds 1/4 teaspn sesame oil
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1 tablspn nut oil
1 tablspn dried mint
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250 grams red onion – roughly chopped
1 tablspn grated green ginger
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Queens of the Outback set to sparkle BY TIFFANY PILCHER THE feathers, fishnets and falsies will be flying when Queens of the Outback busses into Point Lonsdale this weekend. The production is set to have the audience in stitches with two hours of comedy, dancing and singing featuring music from Lady GaGa, ABBA, Tina Turner and many more. Choreographer, director, creator and performer Simon Vowles said the show, about three drag queens in regional Australia, is a whole lot of fun. “I wanted to make something as special as possible, I didn’t want it to be a tribute show or a musical,” he said. “I wanted something witty and fun – we have a few stand-up comedians in the cast. “I’m trying to find my niche, something different, so this is a mash-up musical.” The story follows three Melbourne drag queens as they turn the outback upside down when they head
out into regional Australia to play a very special gig. Along the way there is love, prison bars, breakdowns, a little Michael Jackson and a whole lot of hotel mini bars. Not to mention the stunning costumes covered in sparkles and sequins. The show moves at a fast and furious pace with a diverse musical track including the classics “I Will Survive”, “Dancing Queen” and “We Are Family” as well as a few surprises. “We use ‘Khe San’ – because when you think big fabulous frocks you think Jimmy Barnes right?” Simon laughed. The show has a handpicked cast of six including stand-up comedian Anna Burgess of The Producers, Crazy for You and Time Warp. Queens of the Outback will take the stage at the Point Lonsdale Hall, Bowen Road, Point Lonsdale on January 25 at 8pm. All tickets are $39, BYO nibbles and wine, for bookings, call 5258 1828.
The cast of Queens of the Outback get glam ahead of their tour which will stop in Point Lonsdale this weekend.
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Westcoast Adventure getting the most out of the holidays THOSE looking to get the most out of what remains of the school holidays need look no further than Westcoast Adventure and Surf School. The company is based around Torquay and has been operating since 1993. Co-director Dane Hubbard said the company has introduced many thousands of people to the exciting recreational activities of surfing, surf and river kayaking, snorkelling, coastal walks, hikes, rock climbing and abseiling. “In the last few weeks, with the hot weather, it’s been all about surfing for most people. Our surfing programs are also a fun and fantastic way to learn about surf safety and awareness. “Not only do we provide lessons we can set you up with a board and the skills to get you on your way! “Those looking to squeeze the most out of the holidays before they head back to school next week or the week after should join us for one of our surf lessons.” The surf school holds lessons at Torquay, Anglesea and Ocean Grove and beginner surf lessons are run every weekend from November to Easter, and every day over the summer school holidays. “If you miss out before the end of the holidays there’s plenty of opportunity to experience the waves with us on the weekends right up until Easter. “We provide fully qualified, experienced and friendly instructors and the latest and safest equipment, including full length wetsuits and specially designed beginner softboards. “Our services range from one-on-one private coaching (beginner to advanced), to catering for large groups of up to one hundred people. “In addition to the hundreds of holidaymakers who come to us to learn to surf at Torquay, Anglesea
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New NGV festival for the young at art THE National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is throwing open its doors to the artists and art lovers of the future with its first ever Children’s Festival. Running over nine days from January 18-26, the Children’s Festival invites children and their families to a range of exciting programs inspired by the NGV’s current blockbuster exhibition Melbourne Now. In collaboration with artists, designers and performers from across Melbourne, the festival will feature special hands-on workshops, tours, performances designed to encourage young people to engage with, and even create their own, art. Visiting Brunswick’s Westside Circus recently, which will feature in the festival, Minister for the Arts Heidi Victoria said the Children’s Festival is the gallery’s largest ever project for children and their families. “The NGV has always been a place of inspiration for people of all ages but the Children’s Festival will take this to a new level,” Ms Victoria said. “Children are some of the most creative members of our community and I applaud the NGV for creating this program. It will bring young people together with artists, designers and performers from across Melbourne’s creative community.” Hands-on workshops led by some of Melbourne’s most talented practitioners from the worlds of fashion, jewellery and shoemaking will offer a rich fiesta of creative activity. Children will be invited on tours to dance the art, become Melbourne Now artists by submitting their own works to a dedicated exhibition, take part in a ping pong tournament or watch special music, theatre and dance performances by artists including the Australian Youth Choir. The performances, tours and workshops have been designed to encourage engagement and participation with contemporary art.
Visitors will be able to meet, talk, and work with the artists and designers involved in Melbourne Now, enjoy a picnic and relax in the NGV Garden and hear music and stories in Community Hall, among a host of other programs. NGV director Tony Ellwood said the initiative formed part of the NGV’s vision to become an international leader in children’s programming through accessible and innovative projects. “The Children’s Festival will further enrich our offerings for children and families through programming that encourages discovery, curiosity and creative engagement. “We are pleased to announce too that this festival will become a permanent fixture in our summer calendar, offering children and families a new way of interacting with art and the wealth of creative practice that is on offer today.” For full program details, visit ngv.vic.gov.au.
The young at art enjoy some colourful “pasta” while participating in the Slow Art Collective’s MARLARKY 2013.
Bumper summer at Zeally ZEALLY and Cliff have hosted a bumper summer of activities this year. The circus has been in town, and there have been a myriad of fun workshops for children and adults. Locals and holiday makers alike have enjoyed learning new skills not only in arts and craft but also cheese making, ukelele and photography to name just a few of their popular workshops. Zeally and Cliff’s Kathryn Junor said some of the biggest hits this year have been the children’s workshops, creating art with found objects like crazy coolers and dream rooms. Zeally and Cliff offer a variety of workshops year round. Visit zeallyandcliff.com.au to find out more. Ex-Circus Oz performers Justin McGinley and Catherine Hedge share their skills at Zeally and Cliff in a balloon animal workshop. Photo: TIFFANY PILCHER
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Friendly and creative ballet environment THE Ballet School is located at the Potato Shed in Drysdale and classes are conducted Tuesday through to Friday evenings during the school term. All students are invited to take part in the end of year performance held in the theatre at the Potato Shed early in December, as well as special dance incentive events conducted by Cecchetti Ballet Australia. Students have the opportunity to sit for the Cecchetti grade and major level examinations; however, these are not compulsory. The Ballet School, now in its sixth year, prides itself on providing a friendly and creative environment where students have the opportunity to discover the joys of dance and movement. The school caters for the recreational dancer who may be looking to experience a ballet class one day per week as well as the young students who aspire to make ballet their vocation and therefore require a more intensive training program. The staff is made up of qualified and government
accredited teachers, with the school catering for girls and boys aged five and above. Enrolment numbers are limited in order to maintain personalised tuition. Former students of Allegonda Deppe have gone on to full-time vocational dance studies and are now dancing professionally or are teaching dance. Others have gone on to other vocations where their dance studies have proved invaluable. Ballet assists with right and left brain development, spatial reasoning, memory, listening skills and critical thinking – all these factors have a positive influence on academic performance as well as awakening the artistic levels of the mind that are often neglected in our present lives with so much external stimulation. For more information about the school call 5251 2651 or 0432 784 312, or visit website theballetschool.net.au. This article has been reprinted this week as, due to a pagination error, it ran with an incorrect image last week.
Coast calisthenics for confidence coordination and strength SURF Coast Calisthenics is a locally run club that offers a fun, theatrical sport for children with the aim of developing children’s confidence and coordination. Children love the variety that calisthenics offers as well as the dressing up and performing. Routines to music are taught that include singing, dancing and controlled exercises improving strength, flexibility and coordination. Calisthenics is a team sport. Being part of a team helps to develop friendships and team spirit with all members being valued and encouraged. The word calisthenics comes from the Greek
words kallos for beauty and thenos for strength. It is a uniquely Australian sport and an art. As a sport it encourages physical development, coordination, self-discipline and team spirit. As an art it develops an appreciation of music and rhythm, and the excitement of performing. Surf Coast Calisthenics participants are taught in a fun, safe and supervised environment with coaches being experienced and highly qualified. Classes are held for children between the ages of 3 and 13 years on a Wednesday afternoon at the TIA hall in Price Street, Torquay. Go to surfcoastcalisthenics.org for enquiries or call Belinda on 0408 384 908.
Some of Allegonda Deppe’s The Ballet School students perform.
Highest level of dance tuition on offer THE Keryn Louise Dancing Academy offers one of the highest levels of dance tuition in the region. Since 1985, the Keryn Louise Dance Academy has provided a very high standard to its students and has assisted them in achieving their goals. “Our years of experience and a commitment to excellence have earned us the reputation as one of the best dance schools in the area,� principal Keryn Louise said. The academy specialises in most styles of dance including contemporary, modern jazz, funk, hip-hop and tap. “We offer a separate boys class for funk and tap.�
This year sees a new class starting on Saturday mornings teaching all varieties of dance for 3–12 year olds In addition, the friendly and professional staff are there to make your dancing experience enjoyable and memorable. “We welcome new students for 2014 to come along and try a class to the latest music and dance steps while making new friends.� Keryn Louise Dancing Academy holds classes at Grovedale, Leopold and Torquay. For more information please call 5229 1778 or email dance@kerynlouise.com.au.
Lucy and Bella joined Surf Coast Calisthenics in 2005 as 3 year olds. They have made lasting friendships, won medals, ribbons and trophies and love performing. Here they are having fun in their Witches routine. A colourful class of Keryn Louise Dancing Academy students.
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A month’s free dance classes TORQUAY Dance Academy is moving into its new studios and to celebrate are offering free jazz-hip hop classes during February for all students. Principal Kim Fraser said she had received great support from the Torquay, Barwon Heads, Armstrong Creek and Anglesea communities over the last year and would like to pay it back. “People seem to have really responded to my passion for instilling the love of dance in children, teens and adults. The best way I know how to say thank you is through dance.” The first week of classes across the whole dance program will be free for all existing students as well as all new students. The academy is moving into its new dance studio and will be offering free jazz-hip hop classes during February for all students. “Once we start classes there in a couple of weeks, the creator, writer and producer of ABC TV’s dance phenomenon Dance Academy will be coming down to visit the studio and give us a few pointers.” Torquay Dance Academy’s under 5s’ school Tinkerballerinas and Tough Boys Dance will be offering two weeks free classes for all new students with the first week free for all existing students. “But the big coup for local families is that the entire month of February Torquay Dance Academy will be offering the Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula families free jazz-hip hop classes. “Jazz-hip hop is one of my passions and I can’t wait to share it with everyone! There’s warm up, strength and technique, and a choreographed dance at the end of every class to really get everyone grooving. “Nothing quite compares with the exhilaration of a high energy jazz-hip hop class.” The classes run for 45 minutes each except for secondary and adult, which run for 60 minutes. “Oh, the adult class is going to be so much fun. “We’ve been doing some jazz and hip hop in our adult ballet class and the ladies have been sweating it
and grooving it and going home feeling great. “Most of us don’t have time to go to a bar to go ‘dancing with the girls’ anymore. We go to adult dance class now.” Places are probably going to fill up fast so call Kim Fraser on 0424 400 437 to reserve a place and request an information pack. The two-pronged focus of the school aged classes is to enliven the love of dance in students while teaching the strong technique and discipline of ballet. Some of the classes will be held by two classical dance teachers so that special attention can be paid to each and every student.
This will ensure good technique and that their bodies are held gracefully and with strength. Torquay Dance Academy’s teen program caters for both experienced dancers and girls who didn’t get the chance when they were younger but would really like to do ballet. Starting this term will be our very exciting teen/adult pointe class with half tutus to wear in class. For the littlest dancers in the shire, Tinkerballerinas and Tough Boys Dance is a gently structured introduction to ballet. “What we really want to share with our little dancers is the pure joy of dance – how wonderful it is
to dance to classical music.” The aim of the under 5s part of the school is to strengthen the mind-body connection through softly teaching the principles of classical ballet. “We use a lot of props and imaginative storytelling through class so we can gently teach the fundamentals like plies, port de bras and pirouettes while having fun. This prepares them beautifully for when we start teaching them their technical classes at the age of 5.” Email 2222zdance@gmail.com or facebook. com/torquaydanceacademy or call principal Kim Fraser to reserve your place on 0424 400 437.
Torquay Dance Academy is moving into new studios and offering free classes in February to celebrate.
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Premier studio’s sweet 16 FIRMLY established as one of Geelong’s premier dance studios, Tap-High Dance Studio kicks off its 16th year with a new dance principal. Jana Green, who has been a leading choreographer and teacher at Tap-High for many years, takes over the reins from Ann-Marie Corrigan. “Having Jana take over Tap-High is great news,� Ann-Marie said. “Jana knows the studio intimately. “While I’m stepping away from the principal role, I will still be actively involved in teaching Highland classes, as well as participating in dance classes myself at the studio.� Jana has loved dancing for as long as she can remember, and is thrilled that the opportunity to own her own dance studio has arisen. Starting ballet at four years old, Jana grew up studying both the RAD ballet and CSTD jazz, tap and theatrical syllabi. As a teenager, Jana further expanded her dance repertoire in the styles of contemporary and hip hop,
and has been teaching the above mentioned styles at well recognised dance schools in Melbourne and Geelong for the past 14 years. “I’ve always loved performing, but my real area of passion is in teaching and choreography,� Jana said. “I love that I am able to pass on the skills and techniques that I have learnt across the years, as well as inspire my students to develop their own creativity and work to the best of their abilities.� As well as the annual end of year Showtime spectacular, Tap-High Dance Studio will be increasing performance opportunities for their students in 2014. The option of exams for those wishing to pursue their dancing more seriously will also be available. For the first time, Tap-High will be offering new classes in cheerleading, toddler song and dance, as well as strength and conditioning classes for senior students. Joining Jana at Tap-High for 2014 are experienced
dancers and choreographers in various styles Michelle McDowall, Jordan Fruk and Charlotte Evans. The studio provides dance classes from beginner to an advanced level in: toddlers song and dance; fairy foundation ballet (pre-school aged); classical ballet (RAD); tap; hip hop; Broadway jazz; commercial jazz; contemporary; highland dancing; cheerleading; strength and conditioning; young adults class (intermediate/advanced 18-30 years); adult classes in tap, Broadway jazz and contemporary (beginner, intermediate and advanced); boys’ only classes in industrial tap and hip hop. Private lessons are also available by appointment. To join Tap-High at one of their studios in Belmont, Highton, Newcomb, Newtown or Geelong (City) contact Jana on 0421 963 361 or Ann-Marie on 0409 134 183, email taphigh@taphigh.com.au, or visit the website at Tap-High students in action. taphigh.com.au.
Dance away with the fairies
The Fairies Dance Studio’s air-conditioned studios are beautifully decorated just like fairyland, so students’ experiences are magical every week.
A DANCE move is paying of for a Torquay teacher. Megan Burns moved with her family to Torquay two years ago to open The Fairies Dance Studio in Grovedale. “It has been a wonderful experience and I have enjoyed seeing our fairy family grow. “We offer parents and bubs classes for ages 1-2 years and fairy dancing from ages 2-5 years. “Once our fairy dancers start school they graduate to our formal classes where we offer formal ballet, jazz, tap and hip hop. “We also run school holiday programs and birthday parties.� The Fairies Dance Studio’s programs are
created by qualified early childhood development specialists being mindful of the cognitive, social, emotional and physical needs of all students. “Dance classes run for the duration of each school term and new content is taught each term so the children never get bored. “They dance in air-conditioned studios, beautifully decorated just like fairyland, so the experience is magical every week. Fully hosted by Rainbow the Birthday Fairy, classes go for 90 minutes and are held on Saturdays and Sundays all year round. Children enjoy dancing, games, craft, food, prizes, loot bags and all the excitement under the
rainbow with six options to choose from. Also, Diva Parties full of pampering and dancing for ages six years and up are offered. The parties are held on site. Further details are on the website. “Our dance teacher has been teaching all styles of ballet at various dance schools around Melbourne and Geelong for the last 13 years.� Classes recommence on January 28 with enrolment day held on January 23 1.30-5.00pm. “Please book in for your free lesson today!� For more information see facebook.com/ TheFairiesGeelong, email geelong@thefairies. com, or phone 5245 8314.
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AIREYS INLET SUNDAYS Uniting Church Service 10.30am at St Aidan’s church: (See church notice boards). Anglican Holy Communion on 1st, 3rd and alternate 5th Sundays. Uniting Church service on 2nd, 4th & alternate 5th Sundays www.surfcoastunitingchurch.org.au
ANGLESEA ANGLESEA ART HOUSE – “KIDS ART BASH” 23 Cameron Road, Anglesea Painting every day 10am - 4pm. Cost from $5. Canvas, bollards,porcelain, plaster moulds, wooden shapes, mosaics, etc. Enquiries: Pat 0418 179554
Anglesea Community House Open Monday-Friday 9.30am-2.30pm Contact 5263 2116 or courses@anglesea.org.au
SATURDAYS Anglesea Community Garden 10am every Saturday and working bee every 1st Saturday of the month Community Hub, McMillan Street. Contact Winsome on 0413 946 343
DRYSDALE SUNDAYS The Bellarine Railway Car Boot Sale 2nd Sunday of the month-January 12th-April 13th Stall Holders welcome Phone 0418 379 245
FORREST Neighbourhood House For the complete program and classes please ring or email. You can access computers & internet, printing, scanning and photocopying, book lending library, AV equipment and even some local produce from right here at the hall. Contact Gillian Brew - Co-ordinator Phone: 03 5236 6591. Email: gbrew@swarh.vic.gov.au
FRESHWATER CREEK 25th January Ballroom Dancing 8pm-midnight in Dickins Road Enquiries 5264 5169
LEOPOLD Bellarine Community Health Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291
LORNE Fig Tree Community House 5289-2972 fig.tree@bigpond.com Lorne Laughter Yoga Mondays 6pm Games Group Thursday from 1pm Toy Library – NOW OPEN Playgroup Thursdays 9.30am January Child care – Book Now
OCEAN GROVE APOLLO BAY SUNDAYS Farmers Market Youth Club Hall Moore Street 3rd Sunday of every month.
SATURDAYS Community Market 9am-1pm on the Foreshore Visit www.visitotways.com for full events for the month
BARWON HEADS SATURDAYS Community Market Last Saturday of the month from 8am-1pm. Community Hall in Hitchcock Avenue. Contact Lila on 0402 642 357.
CLIFTON SPRINGS Bellarine Community Health Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291
Clifton Springs Play Group Fridays 10am - 12pm Drysdale Community Church, 276 Jetty Road For more information call Caitrin on 0402 488 163 or Malory on 0425 825 023
DRYSDALE Bellarine Community Health Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291
Bellarine Community Health Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291
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Friday & Saturday mornings from 9am-12 noon. Tuesdays 9am-12 noon Cnr Pride & Price Streets.
Mondays – 10am Exercises. Tuesdays – 9am Table tennis, 7pm Bowls. Wednesdays – 9am Concert practice, 1pm Cards & Bowls, 7pm Bingo. Thursdays – 9am Table tennis, 1pm Bowls. Fridays – 10am Exercises, 1pm Bingo. Saturdays – 9am Line Dance, 1pm Bowls.
Senior Citizens 101 The Terrace, Ocean Grove Mondays - Hairdressing by appointment, 1pm Crazy Whist Tuesdays - 1.15pm Indoor Bowls and Snooker Thursdays - 1pm Card Games and Snooker Thursdays - 1pm Card Games and Snooker As well as many other monthly activities. For more information phone 5255 2996
SATURDAYS Bellarine Community Farmer’s Market Every 3rd Saturday of the month 9am-1pm at the Ocean Grove Park, cnr Draper & Presidents Enquiries Sally 0418 141 208
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QUEENSCLIFF Light up a Life appeal Queenscliff Uniting Church is raising money to bring joy to local refugees this Christmas - $40 will fund a holiday for refugee women in Queenscliff, $20 will go towards a helmet to go with bikes up-cycled by the Men’s Shed. Contact Heather 5258-2854 for details.
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Queenscliff Neighbourhood House 3 Tobin Drive next to the Pilot’s Jetty. Phone for a program to be sent to you on 5258 3367. Or email qnhouse@fastmail.fm
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Every 4th Tuesday. 7.30pm at the Senior Citizens Rooms Price Street. New members welcome. Phone 5264 7476.
Wednesdays at 35 Boston Rd, Torquay Grades 1-4 3.45 to 4.25pm Years 5-8 4.30 to 5.15pm www.salvos.org.au/torquay
THURSDAYS Meditation and Philosophy 10am-12 weekly S C Community House, 14 Price St, Torquay. Inquiries: Jean 52647484
Free meetings Torquay Philosophy 2pm-4.30pm at The Pear Tree Cafe, Gilbert St. Inquiries: Michael 52647484
FRIDAYS Anglican Church Torquay Op Shop Friday & Saturday mornings from 9am-12 noon. Tuesdays 10am-1pm Cnr Pride & Price Streets.
Torquay Playgroup 9.30am-11am at Torquay Christian Fellowship at 25 Grossmans Road Enquiries Kirsty on 0408 719 861
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Charity raising money for our local children with cancer If you can get sponsored to lose weight or get fit Then CLU needs YOU! www.facebook.com/CluGeelong
SUNDAYS Torquay & District Historical Society
Spring Creek Community House For more information phone 5261 2583 or www. springcreekcommunityhouse.org.au M.A.P (Morning Activity Programme for Kids & Parents) Mondays – 9:30am-10am Little da Vinci’s 3-5 years old Tuesdays – 9:30am-10am Bells & Beats 0-5years old. 10.30am-11am 0-5years old. Wednesdays – 9:30am-10am Tiny Dancers 3-5 years old Thursdays – 9.30am-10am 0-5 year olds. Music and Movement Quirky Craft & Morning Coffee-Wednesdays 10.30-12 noon. Community Art Studio-Tues at 1.30-3.30pm. Taking enrolments now for 2014: Certificate III in Education Support Certificate III in Business Admin (medical) Certificate IV in Youth Work
Open every Sunday by appointment 2pm-4pm Phone Lorraine 0409 212 479 or 5264 7058
Uniting Church Worship 9:30am at Uniting Church, 27 Anderson Street. www.surfcoast.ucaweb.com.au
Torquay Salvos Christian Church 10.30am at 35 Boston Road Torquay For more information go to www.salvos.org.au/torquay
Torquay Christian Fellowship and Youth Hub 10am at 25 Grossmans Road Phone 5261 6831 or www.torquaybaptist.com
Bells Beach Christian Church MONDAYS Torquay Ladies Probus Club Meets every third Monday 10am at the Senior Citizens Rooms in Price Street.
DrolKar Buddhist Centre Summer calendar for 2013-2014 January Wednesdays 10am Philosophy 11am Meditation Re-opens February 2nd 2014 Please see website for full program 625 Nortons Road, Paraparap. Closed on total fire ban days drolkarbuddhistcentre@hotmail.com www.drolkarbuddhistcentre.org.au
Torquay Garden Club
WEDNESDAYS Coastal Sound Children’s & Youth Choir
FRIDAYS Port Produce
Prostate Support Group Meets every second Thursday at 1.30pm Ocean Grove Community Health Centre For more information contact 5221 8862
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Letters Hands off Jan Juc Hon. Terry Mulder, MP reserve Minister for Public Transport Minister for Roads
ANDREW KATOS MP
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Please feel free to contact me to discuss any State Government concerns you may have. Electorate Office: 152 High St Belmont 3216 Phone: 5244 2288 Fax: 5244 2327 Email:andrew.katos@parliament.vic.gov.au Authorised by: A Katos 152 High St Belmont
Dear Editor, Thank you to the Surf Coast Times for your informative article and letter (“Needs indeed” and “Time for the government to give back” respectively, January 16) regarding the state government’s attempt to hold the Jan Juc people and our council to ransom over the Bob Pettit Reserve in Jan Juc. It is an utterly disgraceful concept to pose such a threat to a critically needed community facility. Just when I was beginning to feel various arms of government had taken notice of the recent rapid local population growth and the need for supportive infrastructure, and had at least begun to come up to speed with some additions to badly needed outdoor sporting grounds, they try this. While the front page article suggests that the state government are looking to get rid of this vital community asset because it is “surplus to their needs”, perhaps in this matter this attempted petty cash grab is an example of where the state government is surplus to our needs! Clearly they don’t understand “community” at all if they believe the part of Jan Juc’s reserve that they own is a saleable item. As a community we have lost a number of centrally located public assets over the years as Spencer Leighton points out in his letter. I agree with him wholeheartedly on this issue. He is also correct that the state government is there to serve the people. Even contemplating selling precious public space like this reserve is nothing short of disgusting. Even if they give our council first option (for a sizeable sum), in effect, all that achieves is a further hike in our already relatively very high local shire rates. It is simply a waste of public money and bureaucratic time transferring an asset (that has already been transferred) from one arm of government to another and causing the public to pay for the process in the form of increased rates and handling fees. That is both highly inefficient
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and unfair. This brings to the fore the broader question of what other community sporting facilities may be under threat? It will cause a lot of angst and hardship in communities if these assets are sold off. I would urge them to think again as I am sure I am not alone in believing it to be a very poorly conceived idea. Hopefully the people of Torquay and Jan Juc will be united in sending a clear message to all arms of government that this kind of nonsense is intolerable and we all clearly see right through it. Denis Ryan Torquay
Do unto others Dear Editor, It comes as no surprise that the state government is going for the cash grab at Bob Pettit Reserve because they just brought us a school site so better sell us one too. Surely this is a test for Andrew Katos. But then it struck me that if the Surf Coast Shire hastily erect a deck and shed on part of Bob Pettitt Reserve, the state government might sell it to them at the same discount price the Surf Coast Shire is selling part of the Jan Juc Creek Reserve to the owner of 85 Torquay Boulevard (“Property encroachment draws local attention”, Surf Coast Times, January 16) at the least they might get to use it for eight years or so free of charge. David Fredericks Bellbrae
Dog swallows fish hook Dear Editor, On January 13, a lovely beach outing to Jan Juc beach with my two toddlers and pet staffy turned
into a stressful nightmare due to some thoughtless fisherman who left fishing lines and hooks littered on the beach. My five-year-old staffy swallowed a very large fish hook. I had never even considered being aware of this situation. One vet and two vet hospital trips later there was a very expensive bill. Charlie is fine but it ruined our beach outing to the extent we now visit another spot, which is less convenient but isn’t littered by fishermen. I think the general public should be aware of this incident as Jan Juc beach is a popular area for families and dogs. LaVone Molloy Jan Juc
Make your health your number one priority in 2014 Dear Editor, I am writing to encourage everyone to put “looking after myself” at the top of their new year’s resolutions list. With around a million people in Australia experiencing depression and over two million having anxiety at any given time, it’s likely that you or someone you know could experience a mental health problem this year. Research has shown that regular physical exercise can be just as effective as medication in treating mild to moderate depression and anxiety. Eating healthy food, getting enough sleep and reducing alcohol and other drugs helps maintain not only good physical health, but good mental health as well. This isn’t new advice, but making sensible lifestyle choices really does have its benefits. If you have been feeling down or stressed, or if you’re having a tough time and have been worrying excessively, check the beyondblue website or contact our support service on 1300 224 636 to talk to a trained mental health professional to find out
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if you could be experiencing depression or anxiety. Many people don’t know the symptoms of anxiety and wrongly think they are just part of their personality. Some common symptoms include feeling anxious or worried most of the time, overwhelmed or panicky – and avoiding social events or crowded places that cause you to feel stressed. There are effective treatments available for both anxiety and depression, and a quick chat to your doctor could lead to positive changes in your life. Making your health your number one priority this year really makes sense. And if exercising regularly is the only resolution you keep, you will find the benefits you reap will ensure self-care is at the top of your list again next year. I wish you a mentally healthy and happy new year. Kate Carnell AO Chief executive officer beyondblue
It’s hi-ho Surf Coast sailors SEVERAL world class Hobie 16 sailors have converged on Torquay Sailing Club to train for the Hobie 16 World Championships. The sailors demonstrated their skills last weekend, handling the strong breeze and wavy conditions with impressive ease. The sailors from Australia, New Zealand, Denmark, Holland, Hong Kong and Germany will be training during the week and competing in Torquay Sailing Club’s annual Australia Day Regatta. The regatta’s premier event is the Bill Worrall Coaster, which is a race from Torquay to Point Roadknight.
Torquay Sailing Club is sending three teams to the Hobie 16 World Championsips, which will be held in Jervis Bay in February. The superfast husband and wife team Fletcher and Georgia Warren-Myers will be competing in the open division along with the father-son team of Shane and Sam Norris. Georgia Warren-Myers (who placed third in the Hobie 14 World Championships this year) has also teamed up with Naomi Chiu (past national champion and world class crew) for the women’s event. Torquay sailing Club representative Mai Hordern said the club had been lucky to have
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Daniel and Nicolaj Bjornholt Christensen from Denmark at the club for January. “They have been extremely helpful, and we’ve all benefitted greatly from their knowledge. “It’s been fantastic to have the other crews here as well. “They’re great to watch and learn from, and very inspiring for our junior and youth squads. “I’d like to say a big thank you to Georgia and Fletcher for organising this and for showing the world what a great place Torquay is to sail.” Meanwhile, the Discover Sailing Day held at Anglesea two weeks ago attracted a number of interested sailors, who tested their enjoyment of the pastime with the Anglesea Motor Yacht Club at Point Roadknight.
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Sagittarius is a fiery sign of extremes, big bold moves and extravagant gestures. And Jupiter your ruling planet opposes Pluto on Friday, which will increase your tendency to overdo just about everything especially spending. You’re also inclined to jump to hasty conclusions about other people but – before you judge others – take a close and considered look at yourself!
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With the new moon activating your health zone, it’s time to start a new diet and exercise program as you swap cream buns for carrot juice, and long TV sessions for power walks and trips to the gym. Virgos thrive on a regular routine and a healthy lifestyle, so stop the excuses and start now! With Venus finally moving forwards in your love zone on Sunday, you’re ready for romance.
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You’re super busy but are you actually achieving anything? If you tackle tasks in short, sharp bursts, you’ll gradually get things done. The new moon stimulates your brain power so it’s the perfect time to study, read, research and investigate. You’re also keen to speak up about work issues as you express yourself eloquently, and colleagues are keen to hear what you’ve got to say.
Pluto opposes Jupiter on Friday, which increases your ambitious streak, and your domineering side. Strive to be persuasive, rather than forceful. And perhaps it’s time to boost your own performance, before you start telling everyone else what they should be doing! It’s a great week for a domestic clean-up and de-clutter, as the new moon highlights your home zone.
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Mae West, Mick Jagger, Madonna, Robert Redford, Whitney Houston, Robert de Niro, Jennifer Lopez – why are so many major entertainers past and present also Leos? Because they relish being the centre of attention. With the new moon revving up your relationship zone, the challenge is to share the spotlight with someone else, whether it’s a lover, friend or business partner.
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Is it time for Bulls to look for a better job or change vocation? Are you overdue for a pay rise or promotion? Maybe you need to work smarter, not harder? If you resist making career changes, you’ll be left behind, as the new moon encourages you to explore fresh professional pastures. Singles – you need a partner who’ll bring stability and security into your topsy-turvy Taurus world.
It’s time to connect with your inner child as you tap into the stores of creativity within. There could be some conflict between your professional and personal lives, as Jupiter and Pluto highlight your struggle to achieve some balance. With Venus powering forwards in your domestic zone on Sunday, make your home a cocoon of calm, away from the hustle and bustle of the busy world outside.
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Crabs are sentimental creatures and can spend too much time in the past. Resist the temptation to brood and stew over love gone wrong. This week’s stars will help heal your hurt feelings so you can finally let go and move on. The new moon signals a major shift in the areas of sex or money. Perhaps a passionate new relationship or the start of an exciting financial partnership?
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The new moon urges you to find fresh ways to connect with those around you, as you contribute your considerable talents to a group, club or organization. And don’t worry if your spontaneous approach results in mistakes along the way. Your motto for the moment is from French writer Colette, born on February 28, 1873, “You will do foolish things, but do them with enthusiasm.”
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1. What type of animal was Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin killed by in 2006? 2. In which Asian city are the Petronas Twin Towers? 3. Which country is known as ‘The Rainbow Nation’? 4. What nut is sometimes known as the Queensland nut? 5. Who took the final wicket to secure Australia their 5-0 Ashes victory in Sydney? 6. The Italian cheese pecorino comes from which animal? 7. In what year will Holden stop manufacturing in Australia?
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Show me the money! With the new moon in your cash zone, it’s time to take stock of your financial situation and initiate some smart new strategies. Abundance is all around – you just have to tap into it. Don’t forget to do an inventory of your inner wealth, which includes your self-esteem and core values. Remember – you are more than your job, what you earn or what you own.
This week Aquarians are twice as much fun – and twice as much trouble. You are avant-garde and adventurous, and are keen to re-model an important area of your life. But you’re also feeling restless, reckless and rebellious as you shake loved ones out of their comfort zones. Be inspired by birthday great Vanessa Redgrave “Ask the right questions if you’re to find the right answers.”
Procrastinating Pisceans are the masters of avoidance – never more so than this week, when the new moon energises your “escaping” zone. If you have a problem that needs to be faced or a decision that needs to be made by all means spend time pondering and contemplating, closely followed by decisive action. The weekend is wonderful for group activities and creative pursuits.
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Manly mental heath BY JAMES TAYLOR
THOUSANDS of Aussie men have visited beyondblue’s Man Therapy website after seeing Dr Brian Ironwood during the ad breaks while they’ve been watching the cricket on TV. Dr Brian Ironwood is not a registered practitioner, but he takes seriously his role as the face of the Man Therapy campaign which aims to improve men’s wellbeing and reduce the much higher rates of male suicide in Australia compared to women. The TV ads have been running nationally since Boxing Day during the coverage of the Ashes, the Big Bash League and the one-day internationals. Beyondblue chairman Jeff Kennett said he was thrilled that the campaign’s messaging
had reached its intended audience, and that thousands of men had visited the Man Therapy site to learn more about looking after their mental health. “We estimate that in three weeks around two million men were exposed to the ads during the cricket. “As a result, visits to mantherapy.org.au increased astronomically. “In the first fortnight alone, there were almost 19,000 site visits with more than 90 per cent being new visitors, and the number of men completing the online mental health quiz increased dramatically to one in three. “It shows that men have actually taken note and taken action. “What an incredible result!” The campaign is the first of its kind in Australia and urges men “to have the balls to
take action” on depression and anxiety while reminding them that a real man looks out for his mates. Beyondblue chief executive officer Kate Carnell said men were much more likely to die by suicide than women, so it was pleasing that the way Dr Ironwood delivered health and wellbeing messages had struck a chord with men. “Many people don’t realise that one in eight men are likely to experience depression during their lives and one in five are likely to experience anxiety. “These rates are lower than women, but Australian men are more than three times more likely to die by suicide than women.” Dr Brian Ironwood, the fictional doctor at the centre of the Man Therapy ads.
You don’t always need an ambulance BY JAMES TAYLOR AMBULANCE Victoria (AV) has urged people with minor medical complaints to find other options rather than calling 000, following last week’s heatwave. The overall workload for paramedics increased almost 20 per cent between January 13 and 16. AV manager of emergency management Paul Holman said the community could play a part to help ease the pressure. “People should only ever call triple zero if they have a medical emergency. “That was even more important during the
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Hundreds of people were affected by the heat last week, with the number of heat exhaustion cases increasing eight-fold since January 13. Mr Holman said there had also been a spike in cardiac arrests. “It’s the cumulative impact of a run of hot days followed by nights where the temperature has been in the high 20s. “We were called to 26 cardiac arrests on Wednesday, which is double what we would normally attend. Between midnight and midday on Thursday, we were called to another 16. “People need to respect the heat, and take
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Health Diary supports breast cancer research
BY JAMES TAYLOR
IT’S not too late for people who are looking for inspiration to help start the new year on a healthy note, as the 2014 Australian Women’s Health Diary is still available. The diary, produced by the Breast Cancer Institute of Australia (BCIA), is bursting with health
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Campaign reminds that no tan is healthy BY JAMES TAYLOR A CAMPAIGN urging Victorians to guard against the dangerous effects of excessive sun exposure has hit TV screens again this summer. Minister for Health David Davis said the successful Dark Side of Tanning media campaign – which resumed on Sunday – warned people about the dangers of tanning. “The state government is committed to reducing the burden of cancer on Victorian community by investing in vital skin cancer prevention programs. “That is why we delivered funding towards this effective campaign as part of our Skin Cancer Prevention Framework 2013-2017.� He said the Dark Side of Tanning media campaign, run by the Cancer Council Victoria’s SunSmart program, will feature on television, radio and in print over the summer months, with the key message that “there is nothing healthy about a tan�. “This campaign sends a clear
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Jan Juc juniors take Gunnamatta BY HAMISH BROOKS JAN Juc surfers Grace Day and India Robinson dominated in the girls under 16 division at the Victorian Junior Surfing Titles on Saturday at Gunnamatta. They quinellaed their division in a rare small south easterly wind swell before the rest of the competition was cancelled due to
Sports in brief Great paddlers take on great ocean THE state’s biggest surf ski race, the Great Ocean Paddle, is being held on February 1. Victoria’s premier surf ski event traverses 26 kilometres from Urquhart Bluff to Fishermans Beach in Torquay. The race has been designed as a downwind event with the expected 400 competitors utilising the potentially large ocean swells pushed in by the predominant southerlies. On the small chance that strong northerlies occur on the day the course can be reversed. Favourites for the men’s section are Mike Leverett and Tim Altman, while Lisa Munro and Wendy Rentjies, fresh from her victory in the recent doctor race in West Australia, are the women’s favourites. Ocean racing surf skis are approximately 6.4 metres long, very narrow and are designed to catch unbroken swells if paddled correctly. The race also includes a section for stand up paddle boards. Visit outlawpaddling. com for more information.
wild onshore conditions on Sunday. Grace Day surfed with poise and power, claiming the U/16 Girls title ahead of India Robinson (Jan Juc). A last minute wave from Isabell Cook (Torquay) saw her jump into third position, shifting San Remo’s Shayla Paterson into fourth place. The girls were among a field of Victoria’s top junior competitors who descended on the open ocean beach of Gunnamatta on the Mornington Peninsula over the weekend. Champions in the Under 14 boys and Under 14 girls were also decided on the opening day of the event, but the remaining divisions, set to be decided on the second day of competition, were cancelled because a new large southerly groundswell rendered the scoring potential of the waves on offer on the Sunday too poor for competition to resume. The only boys division completed on the
opening day was the under 14s. Again, surfers from Jan Juc held sway with Xavier Huxtable defeating Cole Fox in the final. Piper Harrison (Mount Eliza) continued her run of form and utilised her extensive experience at her local break, claiming victory in the under 14 girls division. Harrison survived a close tussle with Jessie van Niekerk (Jan Juc), who was left needing a 2.53 score for victory. Bella Wilson (Jan Juc) and Poppy Corbett (Cape Woolamai) placed third and fourth respectively. The under 16 and under 18 boys divisions, as well as the under 18 girls division, will be completed at the next Victorian Junior Series event at Phillip Island, scheduled for February 15 and 16. The Victorian Junior Surfing Titles is Supported by Be the Influence, Play it Safe by the Water, VicHealth and SevenT Surf.
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THE year 2014 has certainly got off to a hot start. Unfortunately, it has been to the detriment of bowlers, as some pennant games were cancelled. However, it’s great to see the holiday makers in the area enjoying such wonderful summer weather. Triples for triers The third round is on tonight (Thursday January 23). Games commence at 6.30pm sharp. The evening concludes with a snack, and presentation of awards kindly donated by the Anglesea and District Community Bendigo Bank. Results The annual Battle of the Sexes saw the “rolling pin trophy” presented again to the men (292-256). Best Male rink – Barry Mason, Geoff Collings, Len Cockerill. Best Female rink – Kaye Kendall, Alexandra McPherson, Doris Wendler. The 72 participating bowlers had a most enjoyable day thanks to the organisers and sponsors.
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613 to arrange a suitable time. Bowls will be supplied by the club together with some coaching at a cost of $10 per player for two hours (wear flat sole shoes). Coming events Australia Day, Sunday January 26. Drawn pairs play fours commence at 1pm, followed by a barbecue. Contact the club on 5263 1229 before 9.30am to register. Alcoa Fours, Wednesday February 12. Nominated event commences at 9.30am. Lunch provided. Contact Graeme Boardman on 5263 2617 to register a team. Mixed Invitation Triples, Thursday February 27. Commences at 10 am – lunch provided. Teams to consist of at least one male and one female. Contact Fran Price - 0407 103 220 or f-w-price@bigpond.com. Bistro The Anglesea Bowling Club Bistro’s Double B – meaning bistro and bowls – trading hours are 6-8pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday and 9am – 2pm Sunday. Bookings preferred. Telephone 0412 481 711 to make a reservation. Come along and try out this family friendly venue.
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Pinkies and some snapper have been caught offshore Gummy shark also continue to be caught in open water and off the beaches Leatherjackets are still going okay off Point Roadknight Salmon continue off most beaches Whiting on local inshore reefs are being caught but not in great numbers Painkalac Creek continues to produce bream and small salmon. For all the latest fishing news and all the right advice, drop by and see us and we will do our best to get you out there, fishing productively with the right gear and the right bait. Yes, we still sell fishing licences. The Great Ocean Road Outdoor Centre, Anglesea, phone 5263 2330.
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Lots and lots of salmon off local beaches and the back wall of the marina Offshore is seeing snapper, gummy shark and couta as well as flathead being caught Johanna Beach is fishing well for gummy shark Rock fishing continues to produce some sweep and King George whiting The harbour is producing, grass whiting, King George whiting, mullet and squid The Aire River is still producing bream, mullet and small salmon. For all your bait and tackle in Apollo Bay, contact Steve or Jen, who will be more then pleased to help you, phone 5237 6434.
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Bream continue in the river Some catches of trevally are still being reported Still some snapper and pinkies offshore Some gummy shark are also being caught.
TORQUAY Still pinkies being taken offshore Whiting continue to be caught in close on the grass beds The odd flathead is still being caught Salmon continue off most local beaches Some nice bream are being caught in Spring Creek. Remember Torquay Tackle and Sports. For all the best available advice in Torquay on tackle and bait, drop in and see Gareth and Jonathan. They will do their best to ensure you get the most up-to-date information available, phone 5264 8207.
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In St Leonards, whiting, squid, gummy shark and snapper have all been reported Swan Bay has garfish, with flathead being taken near the entrance Point Lonsdale has reports of some pinkies and salmon still coming in The White Lady has salmon, whiting and the odd cuttlefish being caught The creek continues to produce trevally, small salmon and some mullet.
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FISHERS value their sport and value sharing their experiences with others. Many join clubs with a view to doing so and in the process make new friends and become part of something that adds a greater value to that experience Who of us as fishers doesn’t enjoy sitting down exchanging a yarn or two with a couple of mates over a nice cold beer after being out on a hard day of fishing? It is part of the experience; it’s about mateship, and knowing that the person next to you understands where you are coming from and not only that but can relate to your experience. Fortunately, along our coast there are a number of clubs just like that; clubs steeped in history clubs which started from a very humble beginning but which have grown to encompass not only themselves but their whole community. It is this history that makes the clubs what they are. The Lorne Aquatic and Angling Club is one such club. It was established in February 1960, with its first foundations laid in 1961. Its membership included Alan Alsop, Len Wilson and Rex Baldy whose service to the club over the years was recognised with life memberships. The Lorne Pier and the couta industry have a long relationship with the club. The club has doubled in size over the years with extensions, a rudimentary fish cleaning area and a tractor shed which was added in 1998. The club at its height had over 800 members. With fishing competitions run each year and trophies and prizes being awarded, the club has a family flavour. When the Fisherman’s Bar at the Pacific Hotel closed in the late 90s the public and members decided the club needed to be open as a venue to congregate and socialise and now it is open seven days a week most times of the year. So why would you change something that has been so successful for so long? Well normally you wouldn’t that is of course unless you are the Great Ocean Road Coast Committee. From what I understand not many are against the development of Point Grey itself but its hands off the Lorne Aquatic Club.
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Barrabool racks up the runs BY JAMES TAYLOR BARRABOOLâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S A grade side put Newcomb to the sword as they smashed their way to the best result of round 8 in the Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association. Chasing 163, Barrabool reached the target four wickets down but were relentless in racking up the runs, finishing at 7/423. James Fisher led the way with 123, and four other batsmen scored at least 40. Queenscliff narrowly defended their total of 176 at home, dismissing Portarlington 13 runs short of victory. Queenscliff bowlers Tony Hanafin and Ashley McDonald picked up four and three wickets respectively, and Portarlington skipper Paul McGrath
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Thursday 23 January 2014
ANGLESEA GOLF CLUB
WITH RACHEL KANE
TORQUAY GOLF CLUB
FROM THE GOLF SHOP
WELL, you had to be a keen golfer to play golf this past week as the temperatures soared to well over 40 degrees on some days. But golfers are a breed of their own and they certainly breed them tough here at Anglesea. Wednesday saw 76 players battle it out in the heat. Winners in the Stableford comp were: A Grade Mario Tutone on 42 points, B Grade Mark McKenzie on 40 points, C Grade Terry Knapp on 42 points and the womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winner was Anne Mangan with 32 points. Marcus Smith also had an eagle on the 8th hole. NTPs were scooped by the men: 3rd Geoff Simmons, 6th John Edmanson, 13th John Chibley and the 16th Nigel Forsyth. On Thursday, the temperature rose again and only 14 - hardy or foolhardy depending on your opinion - members decided to play in the par comp, with Tony Speed winning the menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event with +5 and Margaret De Vries winning the womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on square. NTPs: 6th Tony Speed, 13th Margaret De Vries and 16th John Chibley. The weekend saw the return of much more agreeable golfing conditions, with the winners being: A Grade Kevin Friel with 41 points, B Grade Uwe Morzinek with 42 points, C Grade Nick Gribben with 44 points on a count back from Michael Cariss and womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winner Janet Coombes on 37 points. Miller Gelic had an eagle on the 18th and the
NTPs were: 3rd Geoff Hose, 6th Rob Steven and 13th Miller Gelic. Sunday was a par day. The winners were: A Grade Tommy Midolo on +4, B Grade Stephen Bowler on +3, C Grade Ross Eckersley on +5. For the women: A Grade Claire Brennan on square, B Grade Robyn Schepers on +3 and C Grade Caroline Fowlston on square. NTPs went to Tommy Midolo on the 3rd, Syd Mitchell on the 6th, Darren Eskrigge on the 13th and Claire Brennan on the 16th. Members are reminded that there has been a syllabus change for our opening day on Sunday February 2. The dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s competition will be a two-person Ambrose with a 10am shotgun start. Good golfing!
WE HAD our summer over four days this week and the holiday makers rejoiced - able to finally head to the beach. The locals stayed indoors with the air conditioners on full blast as the temperature soured. If you have played our course over the last month then you will know what good condition it is in, with punishing winds, 40 degree heat and (of course) all the golfers it is looking better than ever and, thanks to the ground staff, continues to stay in tip top condition. The full course will be opened on February 2 to members; it will be our opening day 4BBB Medley. If you would like to play add your name to the timesheet quickly as spaces are filling fast. On Tuesday, only 25 ladies entered the competition, some stood strong against what was to turn into another hot January day, of course there were the sensible ones too they stayed indoors not even trying to beat the heat. Winning for the ladies was Angela Worthy with 43 points - a great effort in the heat ahead of Inge Oliver with 39 points. Noel Thornton shot 41 points to take out the menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s competition. NTPs to June Laidler, Inge Oliver, Trish Frost and Joan Thomson. Inge Oliver topped off her day winning the jackpot. Wednesday had overcast conditions which saw the men eager to get onto the course, and with 43 points Wayne Nitschke won A Grade. B Grade winner Peter Orwin had 42 points and his winnings are going towards a lovely holiday over at Cape
Schank with his wife - nice thought, Pete! Barry Leith with 45 points took out C Grade. For the resort course Doug McGregor had 43 points. NTPs to Alan Tompkin, Bruce Dyer, Geoff Grayling, Geoff Lamont and Doug McGregor. Bob Hayles hit the jackpot. On Friday, Peter Oliver finally - after his return from all manner of injuries and operations - put together the score of the round with +8, and we are very pleased to see him back on the course. NTPs to Uli Schmetzer, Angelo Facchini and Inge Oliver. John Brunt with another close shot hit the jackpot. With Golflink experiencing some computer issues on Saturday, results have yet to be finalised. When they are back up and running all scores will be put through for handicapping as normal. The same also applies to Sundayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s results, which will be in next weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s edition. Meanwhile, we can tell you who won on Saturday - for A Grade Tim Sinnott had 42 points. In B Grade, Peter Smith won with 42 points. C Grade went to Wayne Gibson ( Bendigo GC) with 41 points and for D Grade, Cameron Inness scored 44 points to win also taking out the Gorway Trophy. Still in good form, Inge Oliver recorded another impressive score of 40 points to take out the ladiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; competition and for the resort course, Ian Colwell won with 42 points. NTPs to Michael Brady, Ron Campbell, Darren Bartlett, Ross Duff, Annette Joyce, Dee Matheson and Ian Colwell. Peter Ronnie took out the jackpot.
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THE SANDS TORQUAY LADIES Thursday Stableford (gold tee): The ladies were out to brave the heat as they wisely headed out early to compete. The winning score belonged to Merle Whitnall in a count back over Ritva Harley, each player scoring 43 points. Saturday Par: It was another good day for the ladies as we had some great scores turned in. Betty Downey ended up distancing herself from the field with a score of +3, beating Linda Turner by 2.
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Saturday Par: Saturday brought mild temperatures, which were a delight to the full field in a threegrade competition. Cam Muller won A grade in a count back over Ray Hocking, each player scoring +1. In B grade, we saw some fine play by Darrell Nash scoring +5 beating Ed Giudice who scored a +4. C grade was just as competitive as in A and B, as Brian Walsh won with a +3 edging out Ron Hyett by 1. Wednesday Par: It was near perfect conditions out at The Sands and the scores were outstanding. Stan Mirkovic was able to win in a count back at +6 edging out Travis Agg, who is in fine form with his second solid score of the week.
FROM THE MEMBERSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ROOM Agg who came away with the win on square. Colin Chinn came second in a count back with -1. Tuesday Stableford: It was the beginning of the heatwave that swept through the Surf Coast, but it was a non-issue for the competitors who played early to beat the heat. Adam Ruggero scored 36 points, which was enough to edge out Mark Klunder by 2. Sunday Stableford: It was a breezy morning as we returned to the conditions weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re accustomed to. Hayden Coles came out firing and ended up with 38 points, beating Gavin Macrae in a count back, both players 3 points up on the field. Sunday 4BBB Mixed Stableford Championship Qualifying Round: The competition was hot with the top 8 teams qualifying for the 4BBB Mixed Stableford Championship. The winners with 44 points were Gabi and Gabe Tokolyi on a count back from Elaine and Ian Denning. The other qualifiers were Marianne Bridgart/Michael McCallum, Judi/ Leighton Bullock, Linda/Dale Carroll, Karen/ Domenic Lombardi, Robyn Boyd/Alan Thiele and Sue Browne/Charlie Sharplin.
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with only 23 braving the heatwave conditions. Donna Utt (22) was the best on the day with her 38 pts on a count back from Judith Webber (17) and Angela Kiely (25) on 36. Mary Menzel cashed in with the pin shot on the 17th and a pro pin, Helen Davey got the other pinshot and Megan Siotos the other pro pin.
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The heat certainly deterred the ladies from entering,
One hundred and seventy men ventured out to enjoy the cool change, but Peter Sherwen (7) from Kew Golf Club ran hot by compiling 41 points in his round to take out Trophy of the Day and A grade, on a count back from Brian Kelly (9). Sean Rodwell (14) did enough to win B grade with 37 points on a count back from Craig Finnemore (13). C grade was won by Bernie Duffy (20) with 37 points from Ron McLaughlin (20) on 36, and D grade went to Mick Troop (33), also on 37 points from Marc Sullivan (23) with 33. The 40 ladies made it a very busy day on the tees, with Karen Thomas (14) cutting more shots off her handicap to clean up A Grade with 38 points from Beth Peterson (21) on 34. Ashlee Pukk (30) scored an outstanding 41 points to win B grade and Trophy of the Day from Barb Kavanagh (34) with 34.
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Tuesday January 14, Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stroke Right in the middle of the searing hot spell, we surprisingly still managed 80 very brave men, who all deserve a prize for just completing the 18 holes. Scott Jennings (7) not only conquered the heat, but also the course with his amazing nett 65 to win the Trophy of the Day and A grade from Doug Hill (12) on 69. John Bowman (16) and Wayne Hood (19) topped the B graders with 72, Wayne Francis (20) had a commendable score of 68 to win C grade from David RobJohns (23) on 70, and Warren Brownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (28) 73 was enough to get the D grade choccies by a shot from Bill Short (30).
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