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Ebony Guthrie, 11, accessorises Jack Apaloo with the hair ribbons she made and sold in an Ocean Grove café on Saurday to raise money for the Leukaemia Foundation. Turn to page 5 for the full story. Photo: MICHAEL CHAMBERS

A changing newspaper landscape will see the Bellarine Times Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads edition published on Thursdays from next week

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AFTER seven years of growth and news on Tuesday, the Bellarine Times Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads will be published on Thursdays as of next week. Changes in the local newspaper landscape combined with the opportunity to provide a great offering to our readers means the move to Thursday makes sense. The Bellarine Times Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads edition, while still focussing on the happenings of every day, will be built around the weekend. There will be more time and space available for coverage of events on the past weekend and more timely coverage of everything the region has to offer on the upcoming weekend. Real estate, arts, sports, retail and community event enthusiasts will get more out of our editorials and advertising. A more successful paper means a more generous offering for our community and more space for our community stories. While the day might be changing, our attitude will not. Week after week, month after month, year after year, we have strived to be the voice of the local community and focus on what is good about living in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads. We will continue to do this, now on Thursdays.

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Bellarine Times 95 Beach Road, Torquay VIC 3228 PO Box 714, Torquay, VIC 3228 T 5264 8412 F 5264 8413 Managing Editor Hamish Brooks hamish@surfcoasttimes.com.au Journalist James Taylor james@surfcoasttimes.com.au Journalist Ali Deane ali@surfcoasttimes.com.au Journalist Tiffany Pilcher tiffany@surfcoasttimes.com.au Production Manager Erin Bush erin@surfcoasttimes.com.au Advertising Director Warick Brown warick@surfcoasttimes.com.au 0438 778 266 Advertising Executive Brett Swan brett@surfcoasttimes.com.au 0432 615 388 Advertising Executive Linda Leeman linda@surfcoasttimes.com.au 0428 027 678 Advertising Executive Elise McVilly elise@surfcoasttimes.com.au 0438 559 986 Advertising Executive Maggie Rutherford maggie@bellarinetimes.com.au 0411 254 130

by planning several fun events across our facilities and services. Right here on the Bellarine, the Potato Shed will be staging their school holiday show once again, telling a modern tale of Cinderella, for more information see geelongaustralia.com.au/ potatoshed. Geelong Libraries have a range of varying activities including story times, magazine mosaics and stamp making, so check in with your local library to register. Plus there is plenty going on in Central Geelong, with a large activities list ranging from crafts, treasure hunts, a butterfly enclosure and a fitness session, there is something to suit all interests. Lunch times are always busy in the city, with local performers in Little Malop Street Central playing weekdays, accompanied by free activities including free cartoon portrait sittings and giant games, to name a few. To find out more about what is happening in Central Geelong, visit centralgeelong.com.au. The National Wool Museum is hosting two weeks of themed activities, with week one all about pirates and the next about bunyips. Children will enjoy the bunyip art workshop, pirate treasure hunt, and take home activities which include pirate hats, box cars, treasure chests and toys. Bookings may be required for some of these activities, so please get in early and visit the website, geelongaustralia.com.au/nwm. Kids that love the outdoors will enjoy learning about the flying creatures at the Geelong Botanic Gardens. The Up in the Air school holiday program includes many informative activities and bookings can be made on geelongaustralia.com.au/gbg.

Donate your excess produce to emergency food relief Do you have a glut of produce growing in your backyard? Backyard producers are being called on this week to donate their excess produce to local emergency food relief centres. Geelong’s emergency food relief centres are experiencing increasing demand for food parcels. One centre near central Geelong is turning away at least 50 people every day. It is very common for those who grow their own fruit and vegetables to have excess produce that you simply can’t get through. If your vegie patch is thriving, or you have trees overloaded with fruit, I’d like to encourage you to consider sharing your produce with others in our community who might be struggling. Fresh home grown food is full of valuable nutrition and would be gratefully received by many families who just need an extra helping hand. Council is proud to support emergency food services such as Uniting Care and the Geelong Food Relief Centre in the work they do to help provide food to people in need in our community. To find out where you can donate your produce, contact Amanda at the City of Greater Geelong at astirrat@geelongcity.vic.gov.au or call 5272 4059. Alternatively, contact Uniting Care (4210 1121) or the Geelong Food Relief Centre (5278 6588) directly. For a list of all emergency food relief centres in Greater Geelong go to geelongaustralia.com.au and search “food access”.

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Plenty of school holiday activities As we approach the halfway mark of the spring school holidays, many parents will no doubt be on the hunt for activities to entertain the kids for another week. The city has made it easy for parents

Seniors Festival The Geelong Seniors Festival is on again from October 1-31 with over 100 fun and unique

events on offer. The city aims to provide the very best services and facilities to our older generation and the Geelong Seniors Festival is a fantastic opportunity to give back to our most respected citizens. As many seniors are enjoying their retirement, these events are a great way to engage with people who share similar interests, and it’s also an opportunity to keep active and learn new skills. There are activities that appeal to all interest types, with events ranging from historic tours of Geelong, health and wellbeing programs and art exhibitions to social tennis games, musical performances and bike rides. There is a lot happening on the Bellarine Peninsula in particular, including: • Bellarine Expo on Finance, Fitness, Funerals, Families and Fun (Ocean Grove), October 6 • Tour de Fort (Fort Queenscliff), October 3 • Clifton Springs Garden Club open day, October 5 • Fun Table Tennis for Seniors (Drysdale) October 10 and 31 • Barwon Heads Chorale Seniors Concert, October 6 • Seniors Musical Morning (Portarlington), October 17 There are many more activities on the Bellarine, and you can pick up a copy of the program at any of Council’s Customer Service Centres to find out the details. Alternatively visit geelongaustralia.com.au or call 5272 5272. The festival is possible thanks to the great support of many wonderful community groups and organisations that assist with hosting events across the region. Events are on every day during October all throughout the region. Bruce Harwood Acting mayor City of Greater Geelong

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Tuesday 24 September 2013

No more branches in life of tree Liquor objectors told to back down BY HAMISH BROOKS

A TREE loved by many in Point Lonsdale was chopped down as part of Borough of Queenslciffe foreshore revitalisation works last week. Point Lonsdale Civic Association vice president John Goodman said whilst he knew the 80-yearold cypress was coming down, it was disappointing nonetheless. “We were trying to work with the borough to save the tree. “It’s just one of those difficult things, as the borough did it with an arborist’s advice. “There was the suggestion it might only have 10 years left in it, but we were hoping to find a way of saving it for five, six or seven years so the change wasn’t so drastic.” A spokesperson for the Borough of Queenscliffe confirmed an arborist had assessed the condition of the three cypress trees along the foreshore, undertaken a risk assessment and commented on the impact of the proposed works. “Council will undertake a staged replacement program of all three trees.

“Tree one (referred to above) will be replaced now to allow the stage one works to proceed in current form. “The second tree will be replaced in 7-10 years. And the last tree will be replaced when deemed unsafe to remain (15-20 years). “It should be noted replacement trees are to be selected following consultation with the Point Lonsdale Main Street Reference Group and community as part of the draft Point Lonsdale Foreshore Tree Plan which will go on public exhibition in late-September or early-October.” The tree came down as part of the Point Lonsdale Foreshore Revitalisation project. Stage one includes a small roundabout at Admans Street and a new lookout platform and disability compliant access ramp. Works should be completed before Christmas. Stage two will commence after the Easter holiday period in 2014 and will include the continuation of undergrounding of power lines along Point Lonsdale Road, access improvements to the foreshore, and new public amenities such as picnic tables and barbeque facilities at a total cost of $1.32 million.

in Ocean Grove covenant dispute BY TIFFANY PILCHER THE decision over whether or not Ocean Grove’s Bark Hut restaurant will be granted a liquor licence is set to go to VCAT with objectors vowing to continue their appeal despite being asked to withdraw. Ocean Grove residents Graeme Tribe and Peter Linaker maintain the City of Greater Geelong granted the licence based on invalid legal advice regarding the legitimacy of the town’s covenant banning the sale of alcohol. Last week, Peter Linaker said Bark Hut owners have rejected mediation and made further calls for support in their appeal against the decision. Bark Hut co-owner Tiffany Trickey said the mediation process was bypassed because the restaurant owners and council decided it would

not provide a resolution. “This is the only place in the town where people could eat, drink and stay before our limited licence was revoked last year and now they are preventing us from reopening and providing a service to local people and visitors to the area. “How can we showcase our local produce and wineries if we can’t open?” Ocean Grove Community Association president John Fendyk said it’s appropriate for the licence to be granted. “They are a business within our community and they need to be able to operate to the best of their ability. “We have a number of local people and tourists who want that service and we need to be able to meet that demand in order to support both local business and the wider community.”

Some Portarlington thieves nabbed PORTARLINGTON police have nabbed two woman offenders aged 21 and 25 after a series of break-ins on the Bellarine. In the early hours of last Tuesday morning, Port Pizza and Saints and Sailors in Portarlington, along with Wildings in St Leonards, were broken into with the thieves taking cash registers, artwork, computers and power tools. At around 6am that same morning two girls were seen behaving suspiciously near the Portarlington Golf Club, decamping the scene when spotted, – their car was eventually intercepted by police.

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Support shows for Tutungi family BY ALI DEANE AS SOON as Simon Daly heard the news about his friend and colleague Casey Tutungiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tragic football accident this season, the Falls Music Festival founder knew he could do something to help. Mr Daly, Caseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brother Troy, some of the biggest names in Australian music and a swag of volunteers are staging a full day music festival at Simonds Stadium this weekend. A Show for Casey will see You Am I Allstars, Paul Dempsey, Regurgitator, Missy Higgins, Lisa Mitchell, Adalita, Dan Sultan, The Bamboos and Yacht Club DJâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hit the stage the day after the Grand Final, with all ticket sales going towards Caseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rehabilitation. Casey suffered a severe spinal injury in an on-field collision and has been working hard in rehabilitation, as well as continuing to co-coach his team South Barwon, which won the GFL grand final on the weekend. The support from Mr Daly, the local Lorne community, football clubs and businesses across the nation have continued to pour in, through club events, fundraisers and tin rattles. Caseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s father Chris Tutungi said it had been amazing, and that all the love and support they had received helped the family stay strong. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When tragic things happen, at the beginning you are very emotionally upset. â&#x20AC;&#x153;To know people have been thinking about him, and to have that support then, and going forward, if it could have made Casey better, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be better now. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The footy clubs, and all the people putting their hand up for different roles, a lot of people have said yes, and it has been fantastic and absolutely amazing, the support for Casey, to us as a family, we are very grateful.â&#x20AC;? The Falls Festival Community Fund has contributed $16,000 and the Lorne Lions Club $5,000 towards the staging of A Show for Casey. Lions Club president Stephen Hishon said â&#x20AC;&#x153;the

Tutungi family are true community givers and we hope our contribution can help Casey find new ways to improve his body, which in turn will give hope and countless opportunities to thousands of people with disabilities around the world.â&#x20AC;? Chris Tutungi said following the big weekend of finals football, if Caseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health was up to it, he would be there, as he has been looking forward to hearing the performances of some of his favourite bands. â&#x20AC;&#x153;He wants to thank the artists and bands there, and thank everyone who has helped. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s such a good vibe at these concerts, it will be a great day.â&#x20AC;? A Show for Casey is a licensed, all ages event, children 12 and under and people in wheelchairs and their carers are admitted for free. For tickets ($50 plus booking fee) head to ashowforcasey.com. Tickets are also available from Ghanda stores and at Simonds Stadium. Gates open at midday September 29. All profits go to the Casey Tutungi Appeal.

Missy Higgins is one of the headline acts at a Show for Casey.

Injured South Barwon footballer Casey Tutungi is looking forward to this weekendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s A Show for Casey at Simonds Stadium. Here Casey and his brother Troy read about Project Walk at the Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre.

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Ebony gets crafty for leukaemia BY TIFFANY PILCHER BUDDING philanthropist Ebony Guthrie has selflessly dedicated her time this weekend to selling handmade hair ribbons and bows to raise money for the Leukaemia Foundation. Ebony, 11, was joined at The Driftwood Café in Ocean Grove on Saturday by Jack Aperloo who is undergoing treatment for leukaemia. Together they sold $80 worth of accessories and Mr Aperloo said he was inspired by Ebony’s drive to help people in the community.

“I met Ebony’s aunty and heard through the grapevine she was making ribbons from scratch and selling them for the Leukaemia Foundation and it really moved me. “It has put my faith back in young people and it’s great to see her doing her best to help other people out.” Her mother Kylie said Ebony has been an enthusiastic fundraiser for several years. “I’m studying community service and financial counselling and we’ve done the Heart Foundation door knock for years

so maybe that sparked her interest. “She came up with the whole idea herself and has been making and selling hundreds of ribbons at markets and cafés and even just to her family and friends.” Ebony has raised a total of around $180 for the Leukaemia Foundation so far and is hoping to assist a number of charities in the future. Ebony Guthrie, 11, and Jack Aperloo raised $80 for the Leukaemia Foundation by selling her handmade hair ribbons at The Driftwood Café in Ocean Grove on Saturday. Photo: MICHAEL CHAMBERS

Bellarine forum looks for leadership BY JAMES TAYLOR THE Committee for Bellarine is looking to craft the leadership vision for the future of the community at an event next month. The third Bellarine 2050: Our Place Our Future forum will be held at Suma Park, and will feature a speech by Brendan McCartney, former coach of the Ocean Grove Football Club and now senior coach of the Western Bulldogs. McCartney has been lauded for his efforts in rebuilding the Bulldogs after a period towards the

bottom of the AFL ladder, and was more recently praised for his keynote address at this year’s Rising Star lunch. The Bellarine 2050 forum will also include a series of managed workshops. Committee for Bellarine executive director Tom O’Connor said the program would focus on the key elements that defined great leadership. It will also look at how the vision and skills of great leadership would enable an elevated level of confidence within the Bellarine community in the future.

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“The thinking here being that once we have the elements of leadership understood, accepted and embedded, the appropriate programs and projects will develop accordingly,” Mr O’Connor said. Last year’s Bellarine 2050 forum included suggestions to create a six pier development stretching out into Corio Bay with residential units and hotel accommodation, and a convention centre, replacing Alcoa’s aluminium smelter with an environmentally friendly community use area focusing on the natural

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Swan Island Peace group members march through Queenscliff on Sunday to protest Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s involvement in US wars. Photo: MICHAEL CHAMBERS

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PEACE protestors have once again taken to the streets of Queenscliff to peacefully object to military activity on nearby Swan Island and Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s involvement in the war in Afghanistan. Around 25 members of the Swan Island Peace group including young children walked through Queenscliff from Princess Park to Bridge Road on Sunday brandishing banners and signs condemning US Dirty Wars. Protest organiser Simon Reeves said the group is promoting the use of peaceful tactics to solve international conflict as opposed to endangering the lives of Australian soldiers through ongoing, violent wars. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Australiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s alliance with the US has dragged us

into two disastrous wars in the last decade and is threatening to bring us into Syria as well.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Australian government has committed SAS troops in Afghanistan for another decade, but we should bring our troops back home to safety. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our ongoing involvement in those wars is only breeding more violence.â&#x20AC;? The group has planned more protest events in Queenscliff this week including causing a nonviolent disruption to the Swan Island military base tomorrow and another peace walk through Queenscliff on Thursday. They said local police have indicated that the Department of Defence will withdraw permission for the Swan Island golf course to operate during the week of the activities. Last yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event resulted in the entrance of the base being closed for two days.

THE Borough of Queenscliffe has been rocked by substantial vandalism to a section of Indigenous coastal vegetation within the primary dune area behind Fraser Street, Queenscliff. A number of trees have been cut down and damaged in one specific area between Lovers Walk and the Fraser Street houses. Precise saw cuts and the extent of the damage indicates the use of a chainsaw. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m absolutely appalled,â&#x20AC;? borough mayor Helene Cameron said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our coastal vegetation contributes significantly to the identity and urban character of the Borough of Queenscliffe. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This act has had a devastating affect on a number of trees and shrubs and it shows total disregard for our unique local environment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I encourage anyone with information to come forward so the persons responsible can be made accountable,â&#x20AC;? she said. The Borough of Queenscliffe council has taken a strong stance against vegetation vandalism as expressed through its Vegetation Vandalism Policy. Every case of vegetation vandalism costs ratepayers. Depending on the severity of the case, the cost to the community can be significant for investigation, signage, replacement and remediation. Any person who is found responsible for vegetation vandalism is liable for prosecution and will be actively pursued for the recovery of costs. This also includes potential fines under the

councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s local law, the Planning and Environment Act and the Flora and Fauna Guarantee Act. The penalty could be upwards of $10,000. Victoria police is investigating the incident. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Queenscliff Police Station on 5258 4285 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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Lions step up to watch crossing BY DEAN WEBSTER

locals on a petition to council for a more permanent solution,” Mr Cogger said. “What has to happen to get some action on this? “We have already seen a near miss, and with the new Woolworths opening in November the traffic numbers will increase significantly.” Coryule ward councillor Lindsay Ellis said he was aware of the situation at the school and that council had been monitoring the crossing for more than 12 months. “Traffic counts taken during this period indicated that the numbers of vehicles using the area did not qualify it for a supervised school crossing. “However, council is continuing to monitor the traffic numbers, and if the situation changes a range of measures will

PORTARLINGTON-Drysdale Lions Club members have stepped in to ensure children can cross the road safely at Portarlington Primary School by helping patrol the school crossing. After Lions Club representatives met with the principal Lesley Allbutt and local police, the Lions Club have agreed in the interim to take on the task of manning the Fisher Street school crossing on a volunteer basis. Portarlington-Drysdale Lions Club vice president Steve Cogger said that although the Lions were happy to patrol the crossing as an interim measure, both the City of Greater Geelong and state government needed to fund a permanent crossing supervisor. “We have nearly 1,000 signatures from

Ocean Grove Primary School’s 515 students took to the stage at Geelong’s Costa Hall on Friday for their annual school concert which this year was all about the joys of dance. The students performed styles from the Charleston to Celtic dance and even a style the students invented based on a computer game. The school’s performing arts specialist Jude McCudden said all the parents and teachers were proud of the student’s achievements. “They’ve worked hard and have picked up the styles so well,” she said. “It took us all of term three to put together but as soon as the costumes went on they knew it was finally for real and they’ve done a great job.”

be considered at the crossing point. “Council appreciated the efforts of the Drysdale-Portarlington Lions Club members in assisting with the management of the crossing on a voluntary basis, and also the assistance of the Portarlington police.” Portarlington police sergeant Dave O’Connor said that the Lions Club were doing a great job. “We appreciate the great work the Lions volunteers are doing to ensure the safety of the children, but it would be even better if there was a council supervisor,” sergeant O’Connor said. “We have issued numerous infringement notices for speeding in a 40 kilometre zone both in Fisher and Newcombe streets, and I urge all motorists to slow down, especially in school zones.”

Lions Club member Gerry Scott mans the school crossing at Portarlington Primary recently. Photo: MICHAEL CHAMBERS

Art’s Council puts hands up for RSL BY TIFFANY PILCHER THE newly formed Barwon Heads Arts Council is preparing to save the iconic Barwon Heads RSL hall from private redevelopment and use it as a community arts hub. Agents are seeking expressions of interest for the $1 million plus property at 40 Grove Road and Arts Council president Victoria Strachan said the group is now gathering legal advice to formally make the purchase. “We are preparing to get a motion to submit a conditional expression of

interest to purchase the property. “It’s an iconic building and we’re working towards keeping the structure as it is for use as a community asset rather than it being redeveloped. “The hall has a good amount of car parking and it’s opposite churches and the community hall so the building is already a part of the community precinct.” Ms Strachan said the Arts Council is seeking community investors to assist in leasing the hall with the view to gain the state and federal funding needed to purchase the property.

“Properties like this don’t come up very often and we want to use the space to run exhibitions, workshops, events and programs for school children and increase the amount of arts education within Barwon Heads.” The group is also looking at options to develop a men’s shed on the property. The Barwon Heads Arts Council is holding a general meeting on October 6 during which the hall will be open to members for inspection. Expressions of interest to purchase the hall are due by October 31.

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MUSIC AND MOVEMENT WITH JO (3-5 YEAR OLDS) Mondays 10.15am from 7th October Course Fee: $97.00 10x ¾ hour sessions or Wednesdays 10.15am from 9th October Course Fee: $97.00 10x ¾ hour sessions Tutor: Jo Clarke

PLAYGROUP (0-5 YEAR OLDS) Tuesdays 9.30am from 8th October or Fridays 9.30am from 11th October Course Fee: $33.00 per child, for one day per week, $48.00 per child for two days per week. Family rate: 2 children or more $55 per term one day a week or $75 for two days per week Tutor: Lisa Davis

PLAYGROUP (YOUNG MUMS UNDER 25) Fridays 11.15am from 11th October Course Fee: $2.00 per session Tutor: Stacy Ronan

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ANAPHYLAXIS AND EPI-PEN TRAINING AND EMERGENCY ASTHMA MANAGEMENT (COMBINED) VENUES: Ocean Grove Saturday 16th November FEES: Course Fee: $130.00 Concession fee: $120.00 1x 6½ hour Tutor: Kym Eden RTO: National First Aid

CPR UPDATE Ocean Grove 9am on 26th October Ocean Grove 9am on 28th November Course Fee: $60.00 1x3 hour session Tutor: Kym Eden RTO: National First Aid

BASIC FOOD SAFETY (FOLLOW WORKPLACE HYGIENE PROCEDURES SITXOHS002A) VENUES Rosewall Thursday 24th October Apollo Bay Thursday 24th October Lorne Monday 28th October Queenscliff Friday 8th November Drysdale Saturday 9th November Anglesea Tuesday 26th November Torquay Thursday 5th December Lara Saturday 7th December Ocean Grove Saturday 7th December FEES: Full Fee: $100.00 Concession: $83.15 Fees include all text books and administration costs. NO MORE TO PAY.

RESPONSIBLE SERVICE OF ALCOHOL CERTIFICATE (SITHFAB009A) VENUES Ocean Grove Apollo Bay Lorne Drysdale Queenscliff Ocean Grove Anglesea Torquay

Monday 21st October Tuesday 24th October Monday 28th October Saturday 16th November Tuesday 19th November Monday 2nd December Tuesday 3rd December Wednesday 4th December

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Wednesday 7pm on 30th October or Wednesday 7pm on 18th November Course Fee: $25.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Lisa FitzGerald

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VENUES Ocean Grove Saturday x2 starting 26th Oct Winchelsea Fridays starting 22nd Nov Ocean Grove Thurs x2 starting 28th Nov FEES: Full Fee: $170.00 Concession: $145.00 Fees include all text books and administration costs. NO MORE TO PAY.

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VENUES Ocean Grove Mon & Wed(evening) 14th Oct Rosewall Tues & Thurs(evening) 12th Nov Torquay Mon & Tues 4th Nov FEES Funded: $850.00 Concession: $382.50 Full Fee: $3300.00 Fees include all text books and administration costs. NO MORE TO PAY.

CERTIFICATE III IN AGED CARE (CHC30212) & HOME AND COMMUNITY CARE (CHC30312) VENUES Ocean Grove Thurs & Fri starting 7th November Torquay Mon & Tues starting 21st Oct FEES: Funded: $755.00 Concession: $627.50 Full Fee: $4192.22 Fees include all text books, First Aid Certificate, Food Handling Certificate, Manual Handling Certificate and administration costs. NO MORE TO PAY.

CERTIFICATE III IN EDUCATION SUPPORT (CHC30812) (INTEGRATION AND / OR TEACHERS AID) VENUES Ocean Grove Mon & Thur evenings starting 14th October (plus one Saturday a month) FEES: Funded: $805.00 Concession: $685.00 Full Fee: $3697.50 Fees include all text books, First Aid Certificate, Food Handling Certificate, Manual Handling Certificate and administration costs. NO MORE TO PAY.

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CERTIFICATE IV IN AGED CARE (CHC40108) VENUES You must be working in a facility to complete this course – please contact OGNC for further details. FEES: Funded: $805.00 Concession: $407.50 Full Fee: $3520.00 Fees include all text books and administration costs. NO MORE TO PAY.

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CERTIFICATE IV IN MENTAL HEALTH & ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS VENUES Rosewall Mon & Fri 14th October FEES Funded: $985.00 Concession: $647.50 Full Fee: $3920.00 Fees include all text books and administration costs. NO MORE TO PAY.

SCRABBLE Mondays 1pm Course Fee: $2.50 per 2 hour session

CHESS GROUP Tuesdays 7pm Course Fee: $2.50 per 2 hour session

LANGUAGES BASIC ITALIAN FOR BEGINNERS Thursdays 7.15pm from 17th October Course Fee: $100.00 8x1¼ hour sessions Tutor: Valeria Rizzo

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Tuesdays 9.30am from12th November Course Fee: $255 6x2 hour sessions Tutor: Heather Peck

Mondays 7pm from 14th October Course Fee: $138.00 10x1½ hour sessions Tutor: Jeannette Martinez

INTRODUCTION TO IPAD Wednesdays 12noon from 16th October or Wednesdays 3pm from 16th October or Wednesdays 12noon from 13th November Course Fee: $85.00 4x2 hour sessions Tutor: Paul Jones

INTRODUCTION TO IPHONE. Wednesdays 3pm from 13th November Course Fee: $85.00 4x2 hour sessions Tutor: Paul Jones

YOGA Tuesdays 6pm from 8th October or Tuesdays 7.30pm from 8th October Course Fee: $118.00 10x1½ hour sessions Tutor: Jannie Kemp

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Wednesday 6.30pm on 27th November Course Fee: $45.00 1x3 hour session Tutor: Lisa FitzGerald

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ARTS AND CRAFTS LEATHER CRAFT FOR BEGINNERS Friday 1pm on 15th November Course Fee: $110.00 4x2 hour session Tutor: Peter O’Mara

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INTRODUCTION TO THAI COOKING Wednesday 6.30pm 6th November Course Fee: $40.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Rosita Friend

VIETNAMESE COOKING Wednesday 6.30pm 4th December Course Fee: $40.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Rosita Friend

INTRODUCTION TO DUMPLINGS Wednesday 6.30pm 23rd October Course Fee: $40.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Rosita Friend

JAPANESE COOKING Wednesday 6.30pm on 20th November Course Fee: $40.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Rosita Friend

CHRISTMAS COOKING CHRISTMAS SWEETS Tuesday 12noon on 26th November Course Fee: $40.00 1x2 hour session Tutor: Bronwyn Rachor

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Tuesday 24 September 2013

Vintage bike riders tour Torquay BY TIFFANY PILCHER

(L-R) ANGAIR Wildflower and Art Show organiser Helen Tutt with a display at the show. A beautiful example of Glossodia major (waxlip orchid).

Power of flowers on show in Anglesea THE ANGAIR Wildflower and Art Show held at Anglesea over the weekend attracted a record number of people. ANGAIR president Helen Tutt put the numbers down to a growing community interest in Indigenous plants. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There seems to be an increased awareness of the benefits of planting Indigenous plants in local gardensâ&#x20AC;?. She said visitors made a beeline for the ANGAIR Indigenous plant stall and carried off arms full of plants. A display of weeds found growing locally showed visitors what to remove, and what not to plant in their gardens. Visitors who brought weeds with them were able to exchange them for a free Indigenous plant. Children made nesting boxes, insect houses and nature pictures; and painted, sculpted and listened to stories. Roberto the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Conniesâ&#x20AC;? man â&#x20AC;&#x201C; remember the old tram conductors? â&#x20AC;&#x201C; entertained all with stories about

local flora and fauna. Lucky ones collected a pack of cards with local themes. The Art Show received some stunning creations â&#x20AC;&#x201C; paintings, sculpture, glass and visitors were able to purchase their favourite pieces. Locals and visitors look forward to the ANGAIR Wildflower and Art Show with anticipation each year. ANGAIR is committed to protecting our environment and teaching people the value of the area in which they live. There are over 100 different orchids growing in Anglesea and Aireys Inlet. Of all Victoriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s plant species, 25 per cent are found in this area. Many of them were in bloom for visitors who took the free guided tours to the Anglesea heath to see them growing in their natural habitat, as part of the show. One of the highlights is the display of the stunning Indigenous flowers in the hall.

EAGLE eyed Torquay visitors and locals may have spotted something a bit out of the ordinary zooming around The Esplanade over the weekend. Seven Velosolex enthusiasts from all over Victoria took to the streets on their vintage motorised bicycles as part of their monthly meet up on Saturday. The French bikes were produced in Europe from 1946 to 1988 as the first sustainable answer to motorised transportation. Torquayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ernest Miller has worked on 18 Velosolex bikes over the years and brought his completely restored 1960 model along for the ride. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are only 150 of them in the whole of Australia out of 7 million that were produced so theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very rare,â&#x20AC;? he said.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I know there are two in Geelong, one in Barwon Heads, one in Drysdale and I have two â&#x20AC;&#x201C; thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s it for the whole region.â&#x20AC;? The group meets once a month, each time in a different town to ride and catch up on all things Velosolex. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a very casual group but we have a great time. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We always get a few looks and if a hand ever pops out for a wave we know itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a Frenchman,â&#x20AC;? he laughed. Mr Miller said the bikes were first brought to Australia to be used by the Salvation Army. â&#x20AC;&#x153;They were brought here as an economical way to deliver their goods from place to place but they were first produced to address the shortage of vehicles and petrol across Europe. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Their history is fascinating and they keep us fit and healthy so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great hobby to have.â&#x20AC;?

Torquayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ernest Miller leads a group of Velosolex motorised bicycle enthusiasts on a tour of the esplanade on Saturday.

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Excellence of coastal projects well praised BY JAMES TAYLOR COMMUNITY groups on the Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula are among those honoured in this year’s Victorian Coastal Awards for Excellence. The annual awards, presented earlier this month, are hosted by the Victorian Coastal Council and are in their 14th year. The Barwon Coast Committee of Management won one of the seven categories, taking out the Education Award for its Kids @ The Coast program. The Ocean Grove branch of the Disabled Surfers Association was a joint winner of the Community Action and Partnerships category for its Putting Smiles on Dials project. The Great Ocean Road Coastal Committee received a special commendation in the Coastal Building and Design category for the Split Point Lookout, and was a finalist in the Coastal Planning and Management category for its coastal management plan. The Corangamite Catchment Management Authority’s efforts to protect Orange-bellied Parrots made it a finalist in the Natural Environment category. Victorian Coastal Council

chairman Jon Hickman said the awards were an ideal opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the people who care for Victoria’s coast. “Thousands of volunteers and professionals work hard for our magnificent coast and we are grateful for their expertise, time and passion,” Mr Hickman said. “I congratulate all those who have been nominated for the Victorian Coastal Awards for Excellence, and those who have received awards this year.” Minister for Environment and Climate Change Ryan Smith said looking after the coast was a shared responsibility with the community, government and business all having a role to play. “About 9,000 Victorians are involved in caring for the coast through volunteer groups, committees of management or coastal boards. “These people work hard to champion, conserve and manage the coast, and their work is invaluable.” During the awards event, Mr Smith also launched the state government’s draft Victorian Coastal Strategy and encouraged people to submit feedback.

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There is a place like home BELLARINE Community Health (BCH) continues to be viewed as a leader in the provision of aged care on the Bellarine Peninsula. BCH is one of the only health services in Victoria offering residential aged care at Ann Nichol House in Portarlington and Coorabin in Point Lonsdale. In conjunction with National Seniors month in October, Ann Nichol House is throwing its doors open for an inguinal open day on October, from 1.30 until 3.30pm. The facility will be showcasing the outstanding care that is delivered to the 60 residents that call Ann Nichol House home, by inviting the greater community to come in and see for themselves what the residents already know – there is a place like home. There will be hourly tours of the home conducted by residential aged care coordinator Virginia Connell and clinical care coordinator Megan Holmes, and they can answer any questions or concerns that families may have around the facts and fictions of residential care. BCH embraces the active service model in all their services across the peninsula. The active service model is essentially helping people help themselves and stay connected to their community. Residents in Ann Nichol and Coorabin, for example, have their Computer Club, a program funded by a Bendigo Bank 2012 grant, where they have access to WiFi iPads. Those residents who wanted to participate have been trained by the dedicated leisure and lifestyle staff to surf the net and utilise social media, Skype or email to connect to their families and friends. This proves that technology should not be a barrier for our respected seniors to stay engaged with the local and international communities, nor should

failing health or immobility. These Silver Surfers will be showing off their skills at the open day. Other activities include a free sausage sizzle, entertainment in the main dining room with afternoon tea provided and Roaming Reptiles in the multipurpose room. The public are free to walk around the gardens – lovingly maintained by some of the many volunteers that serve BCH – and there will be physiotherapy, move it or lose it classes, running in the rehabilitation room equipped by the a Freemason’s 2012 grant. Not forgetting the Friends of Ann Nichol House that will also be there on the day. These are the invaluable auxiliary that tirelessly fundraise for the Ann Nichol residents, and the Portarlington public can enquire on how they can volunteer also. The Ann Nichol House staff and residents warmly extend an invitation the Bellarine Community to come to afternoon tea. There is a place like home. The Ann Nichol House open day at 80 Willis Street, Portarlington is October 13, 1.30 – 3.30pm.

Virginia and Jill with Bendigo Bank grant, which funded a WiFi iPad program, which Norma is enjoying (LEFT).

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Tuesday 24 September 2013

A good legacy GEELONG Legacy was extremely fortunate this year to have Chris Scott, the coach of the Geelong Football Club, give up his valuable time in the finals lead-up to launch Legacy Week. Chris is no stranger to Legacy and he spoke highly about Legacy activities that he was involved in as a boy along with his siblings. Their father Colin was a member of the Australian Air Wing in Vietnam. He was the first member of that unit to be awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for the rescue of American soldiers under heavy fire. Portarlington resident Elisabeth Clifton is an active member of the Bellarine Laurel Widows Club. Her late husband Peter also served in Vietnam. He was a well known medic at Nui Dat in charge of medical helicopter evacuations. Geelong Legacy, with responsibility for 1,600 widows across the Geelong region, is the second oldest Legacy Club in Australia. With on-going public support, the Geelong Club has served widows and their dependants for the last 88 years.

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Protect the coast with a GORCC grant BY JAMES TAYLOR PROJECTS that protect coastal environments or strengthen coastal communities in the Surf Coast have been encouraged to apply for their share of a $10,000 grant pool. Applications are now open for the Great Ocean Road Coast Committee (GORCC) coastal grants, which aim to support local groups and individuals in helping to care for the coast. The grants were previously administered through the Surf Coast Shire’s small grants program but will now be offered by GORCC as a separate, coastal-focused funding opportunity each year. To be eligible, projects must have a coastal focus and be related to the 37 kilometres of Crown foreshore land managed by GORCC between

Torquay and Lorne. Groups can apply for up to $2,500 to fund the projects. GORCC community liaison manager Jane Rowlands said the grants were open to any community or non-government group undertaking a coastal project or initiative. “By providing financial support to important coastal projects we hope to encourage coastal protection and enhancement. “Collaboration with the community results in the best outcomes for our coast.” GORCC’s previous grant rounds have funded a diverse range of projects, ranging from the procurement of tools and cigarette butt bins to weed control, revegetation, educational projects and coastal events. Jan Juc Coast Action (JJCA) is

one of the community groups that has benefited from the coastal grants program in previous years. JJCA chairman Luke Hynes said the funding had gone towards vital conservation activities. “With the help of the coastal grant, we were able to perform weed control on the Jan Juc cliff tops and adjacent nature strips. “Grants like these are extremely beneficial to the work of local volunteers and community groups, as funds and supplies are limited.” He said JJCA would again seek funds to support the management of rare and endangered flora species present on the Jan Juc clifftops. Applications close on October 18. Head to gorcc.com.au/aboutus/190 for more information or to apply.

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have the opportunity to submit their concerns, suggestions, feedback and ideas for improvement in relation to energy matters in Victoria. The feature on the SwitchOn website will be enabled for the next three months and takes the form of a basic survey, allowing consumers to enter their details and simply list their concern, issue or suggestion. Mr Kotsiras said it was a chance for people to detail any specific energy problems they had encountered.

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Building support for Tutungi and McGrath BY JAMES TAYLOR THE building community of Geelong has rallied to build a home in Armstrong Creek to be sold at auction to raise funds towards the recovery efforts of footballers Casey Tutungi and Tim “Bluey” McGrath. Warralily, Urbanedge Homes, Shojun Concrete and Gartland Real Estate are working in collaboration with local businesses to make the idea become a reality, with all profits to be shared between the two causes. The Urbanedge home – to be located in the Warralily Coast estate at 7 Rainford Place – will be

a single storey, four bedroom house with a theatre room, alfresco dining and an open living plan. Warralily director Sean Duke said the project was representative of the empathetic and generous attitudes of the local community. “The Geelong community is renowned for the support it provides for those in need and this is no exception. With most Geelong tradies playing footy on a Saturday afternoon, they are all hopeful to lend a hand. “With two great causes underpinning the auction, it should spark interest in a number of potential bidders on the day and more importantly, the proceeds made will contribute extensively to the

finances for ongoing future treatment.” Shojun Concrete boss Simon Farrell said the fundraiser was an obvious cause to support, and was excited for the project to begin. “Unfortunately, both guys are a harsh reminder that misfortune can strike anyone at any time, and we are just excited and privileged to be able to help in any way we can. “The trades community has been deeply affected by the news of Casey and Bluey, and to be able to band together to make a significant difference in their lives is pretty special.” Tutungi has been formally diagnosed as a

quadriplegic after a collision with an opponent during a game in June. McGrath, who played more than 200 games for the Cats, is suffering from stage three melanoma. The date for the auction has been set for November 23, and the public is urged to show support for the project. To donate to the Casey Tutungi Appeal, head to caseytutungi.com/donate-online. To donate to McGrath’s cause, contact the Geelong Football Club at geelongcats.com.au. K-Rock is also supporting McGrath on Grand Final eve with all proceeds from their live panel show and auction.

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Alcoa lends a hand at Camp Wilkin BY JAMES TAYLOR VOLUNTEERS from Alcoa pitched in last week to assist staff at Anglesea’s Camp Wilkin to complete maintenance tasks that were essential to the everyday running of the not-for-profit camping grounds. Jobs done by the nine volunteers in the half-day project included painting, replacing timber bollards along paths and general gardening such as clearing weeds, spreading mulch and general clean-up duties. Anglesea power station manager Talis Steele said places such as Camp Wilkin relied heavily on public donations and fundraising activities to continue their work, and the company was delighted to be involved in helping to improve the look and feel of the park. Camp Wilkin sits on over six hectares of land just off the Great Ocean Road near Anglesea. The camp offers a range of programs tailored for schools, community groups and churches with quality facilities, experiences and caring staff in a

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On the Garage Sale Trail BY DEAN WEBSTER LAST week three local mayors along with regional partners launched the Garage Sale Trail that will take place on October 26. The national day of buying, selling and old school social networking comes to our region as part of 2,000 garage sales anticipated to happen across Victoria. Garage Sale Trail aims to promote re-use, reduce waste to landfill, unite communities and stimulate local economies. It is free to get involved and registration is open to anyone who’s up for a day of fun, including households, schools, community groups and charities. Buyers can plan their shopping day by searching what sales are nearby and creating a personalised treasure trail of sales and items to check out on their mobile phone on the big day. Barwon Regional Waste Management Group and member councils, the Borough of Queenscliffe, City of Greater Geelong, Colac Otway Shire

and Surf Coast Shire are all pleased to be participating in the Garage Sale Trail for the first time this year. In launching the Garage Sale Trail, event ambassador Hugo T Armstrong shared many of his past experiences and purchases at garage sales. “I get many comments on the old TAA bag I carry around. “It contained cans of paint but I only wanted the bag, so I bought it and threw the paint out, the bag is a classic,” Mr Armstrong said. “I also bought an old clock for a few dollars that I had valued in the hundreds, there’s always a great bargain and you meet very interesting people, I urge everyone to get involved.” Barwon Regional Waste Management Group chairperson and Geelong councillor Andy Richards said that the Garage Sale Trail provides an opportunity to promote reusing items and reducing waste to landfill. Registration is via garagesaletrail.com.au and includes a seller webpage, as well as tips about how (L-R) Queenscliffe counillor Graham Christie, acting Geelong mayor Bruce Harwood, Geelong Cr Andy Richards, to grab a bargain. Enzo Bruscella, Hugo T Armstrong, Surf Coast mayor Libby Coker, and Colac-Otway mayor Lyn Russell.

Inclusive good books for public libraries BY RACHEL DELANY PARENTS, families and friends of lesbians and gays (PFLAG) are donating 10 books to schools and public libraries across the Greater Geelong region. These books reflect sexual orientation and gender identity, friendly to those who are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender or intersex (GLBTI). The more access young people have to information reflecting their lived experiences, the better their self confidence and sense of belonging. Through education and access to information the book project aims to reduce homophobic and

transphobic bullying, which can often result in longterm psychological and physical damage as well as high numbers of youth suicide. People who are GLBTI can be particularly vulnerable in regional areas where narrow community attitudes can dominate. Cr Jan Farrell, portfolio holder for community safety, education and youth said the books would be a valuable resource. “For young people who think they may be gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, intersex or questioning their sexuality or gender, it is often a struggle to find age-appropriate literature that

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BY JAMES TAYLOR COMMUNITY environment groups in the Corangamite region will share in $204,000 of funding as part of $2 million distributed through the Victorian Landcare Grants. The state government funding, distributed through the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority (CMA), will help local Landcare groups carry out on-ground environmental projects to improve the health of the region’s land and waterways. The Surf Coast and Inland Plains Network (SCIPN) is one of the 13 groups to receive a grant, and will use it in a joint project with Geelong Landcare to build community capacity to reduce the impact of vermin such as rabbits on agriculture and biodiversity. SCIPN rates the control and management of pests, plants and animals as one of its areas of focus and have run several associated events in the past, including last year’s rabbit control information field day in Freshwater Creek. Other supported projects through the grants include weed control programs, seed collection, planting Indigenous vegetation and protecting remnant vegetation and wetlands. Minister for Environment and Climate Change Ryan Smith said the grants would give Landcare groups across Corangamite the support needed for projects on public and private land, and each project would assist in protecting and enhancing their local environment. “I congratulate these Landcare volunteers for the important contribution they make in protecting and enhancing our environment at the grassroots level. “Each project shows a strong commitment to improving the environment for the benefit of the community and demonstrates the inspiring volunteer spirit that is at the very heart of Landcare.” To strengthen the volunteer movement, the state

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coffee with friends. Residents enjoy the much anticipated monthly outings to interesting and diverse places where they can relax in the company of others while taking in the sites and catching up over a delicious meal. Development of the new community centre will commence as part of stage two. “Moving into a retirement village allows residents the freedom to mingle with people their own age and join in activities such as barbeques, social drinks or a spot of lunch with their neighbours and friends,” Barwarre Gardens village manager Sue Cobb said. “Instead of spending time on maintenance or mowing lawns around the home, Barwarre Gardens residents have more time to learn a craft or language or enjoy hobbies like walking, Tai Chi, singing and golf. “They can go on a holiday, locking and leaving their home without worrying about its security. Village life is all about doing as much or as little as you like.” It is no wonder so many people can’t wait to move into Barwarre Gardens. If you would like to learn more about how to join them in their exciting new lifestyle call in to the sales office (located next to the temporary community centre) at 89 Barwarre Road, Marshall, call David Walker on 1300 472 424 or visit barwarregardens.com.au.

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Scout leader Danny Vriens (far left) and local Scouts and Scout leaders getting ready to board a flight to Nepal at Melbourne Airport on Wednesday. Their trip was made possible by a huge fundraising effort by local businesses and community members.

FOOD and wine lovers will have the chance to sample the finest food and wine from the country’s most prestigious chefs at Drink Arts Food Torquay (DAFT) next month. The DAFT Degustation Dinner is the festival’s premier food event with award winning chefs presenting a five course degustation menu with matching local wines. The five participating chefs hold six Chef Hat awards between them and project manager Katrina White said this is the first time a food event of this standard has been held in Torquay. “This is a first for the Surf Coast, normally we would travel to Melbourne for triple the price. “We are so lucky to be spoilt with these award winning chefs coming to us, an opportunity like this only happens once in a blue moon.”

The award winning chefs have headed top restaurants including Crown Casino’s Number 8, PM24, Gladioli, Number One RACV Torquay, Estelle and the infamous three hatted Vue Du Monde. Rita Erlich, one of Australia’s most renowned food and wine writers will host the event. The DAFT extravaganza weekend will be held from October 11 to 13, focusing on promoting local produce, beverages, art and music at various Torquay venues. The DAFT Degustation Dinner will be held on October 11 at RACV Resort Torquay’s Great Ocean Road Ballroom from 6.30pm to 11pm. Tickets are $190 per person and can be purchased individually or in tables of up to 10. Head to daftorquay.com where tickets are available online only.

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A GROUP of intrepid adventurers from the First Torquay scouts group jetted off to Nepal last week thanks to the generosity of the local business community. More than 70 businesses donated big ticket items for a silent auction as part of the scout’s fundraising trivia night last month. Prizes included rashies signed by Kelly Slater and Stephanie Gilmore from Quiksilver, a stay and spa package from Wyndham Resort Torquay, tickets to The Blues Train and more. The event was held at Torquay’s Grant Pavillion and raised $6,500 to assist the scouts with necessary items for their expedition. Scouts committee member Martin Duke said the trip would have

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A group of Bellbrae Primary School students gave up their favourite things for the 40 Hour Famine challenge this month to raise community awareness and funds to fight world hunger. More than 50 students participated and raised a total of $6,700 for global aid charity World Vision. Bellbrae Primary School junior Red Cross group leader Nicole Beith said students had the option to give up food, technology, furniture or even talking for 40 hours. “We decided that we'd love to get as many students involved as possible to join the fight against global hunger, I’m thrilled with their amazing effort,” she said. The junior Red Cross group also held food stalls over two days selling sweet treats made by parents which raised $1,500 towards the total.

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Mixed season for Otway Coast irrigators BY JAMES TAYLOR IRRIGATORS in the Otway Coast Basin have experienced a mixed season, according to the latest annual water report from Southern Rural Water. The basin had a drier than expected autumn with well below average rainfall but this turned around markedly with heavy to very heavy rainfall in

winter, providing regular pulses of water in all the rivers and tributaries. There were no restrictions on the Gellibrand and Carlisle rivers or Lake Purrumbete, but the Curdies River faced a total pumping ban for 86 days between early January and the middle of May. The total volume taken by river licence holders was less than the drought years or

the previous summer. Irrigators took 698 megalitres from rivers and creeks across the basin, compared to 998 megalitres the previous year, and 943 megalitres in the drought year of 2008-09. Groundwater levels across the region are relatively stable, with some slight declines showing in some areas, and slight increases in others. Groundwater usage in the area was 4,265 megalitres for the season, compared to 4,189 megalitres the previous year, and 3,953 megalitres in 2008-09. The Otway Coast Basin includes all of the small

rivers between Torquay and Peterborough that flow to the coast from the Otway Ranges. Southern Rural Water general manager of groundwater and rivers Craig Parker said the local water report had been mailed to all licence holders in the region and provided a snapshot of whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happening with local water. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have also included graphs from local state observation bores to show how groundwater levels have moved over time, as well as information on water trading in the area.â&#x20AC;? To download the report or for more information, head to srw.com.au or phone 1300 139510.

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Platinum pool splashes out for its birthday BY JAMES TAYLOR LEISURELINK celebrated its third birthday this month, and the aquatic and recreation centre marked the occasion with a range of fun, health and fitnessrelated events last week. Free activities at the popular Waurn Ponds facility included fitness tests, information and practical workshops, adult swim and stroke lessons, group sessions and hearing checks. Cr John Irvine, who holds the portfolio holder for sport and recreation, said the week was an

inexpensive opportunity to see the fantastic facility at its best and the perfect chance to try something new. He said while Leisurelink celebrated its birthday, the council was reflecting on another successful year. “Leisurelink has achieved several milestones in the past year and the city is very proud of the high profile facility. “Leisurelink’s achievements include winning the prestigious Facility Management Award from Aquatics and Recreation Victoria, reaching platinum

pool status the last two years and continuing to attract high profile athletes as members.” The centre – which closed its original Belmont location and re-opened in 2010 – has close to 9,000 members, 2,500 Learn to Swim students and recorded just under one million visits in the 20122013 period. Cr Irvine said the future for Leisurelink looked bright as the centre had plans to expand. “A new outdoor exercise area will be opening soon and gym equipment will be upgraded over the next year.”

Learn to Swim classes for term four start on October 7, but enrolments are taken all year round. The classes are designed to introduce all ages to the world of aquatics and can be taken from as early as six months of age. Participants will learn water safety and survival skills and develop stroke techniques in a fun and progressive environment. Head to the council’s Swim Sport and Leisure network page at geelongaustralia.com.au/ssl for more information.

Win a Wyndham Beachley special guest appearance THE greatest woman surfer of all time, Layne Beachley, is a seven time world champion and highly sought-after motivational speaker and successful business woman. Ms Beachley moonlights as a Wyndham vacation resorts Asia Pacific ambassador, and Surf Coast businesses have a chance to win a guest appearance by the world champion. When Surf Coast businesses book a corporate event at one of Wyndham’s conference venues located across the South Pacific by December 20, with the conference to be held by the end of 2014, the business has a chance to have Ms Beachley make a guest appearance at the event. Ms Beachley is credited with paving the way for women’s surfing around the world. Her community achievements are just as

admirable, being nominated for the Pride of Australia Award last month for her inspiring work with the Aim for the Stars Foundation which she founded. Aim for the Stars encourages and motivates young women to reach their goals. Businesses have the chance to hear the motivational stories behind Ms Beachley’s rise to the top of her sport. Wyndham Hotel Group’s impressive competition is offering a three-hour appearance by Ms Beachley as a presenter, lunch guest or leading a surf lesson for delegates. Visit wyndhamAP.com/winlayne to view terms and conditions, and enter by explaining in 25 words or less why an appearance by Layne Beachley would change your event.

Layne Beachley is a seven time surf world champion and highly sought-after motivational speaker.

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Tuesday 24 September 2013

Bellarine foreshore management

A hundred years, thousands of stories

Dear Editor,

As a long term member of Friends of Bellarine Hills (FoBH) and Foreshore, I write to disagree with “Reluctant goodbye” (Letters, September 10) and to disagree with the suggestion made therein to place the management of our foreshore into the hands of the City of Greater Geelong. This letter was written by FoBH and Foreshore but as I was not present at that meeting, this letter does not have my support. I agree that the Bellarine Bayside must continue to support its caravan parks so income generated is available for the broader Bellarine foreshore. Take a walk along Portarlington foreshore. Evidence of active environmental management is clear, with tree plantings of Indigenous species to protect erosion and well maintained areas for public use. It is foolish to think that Geelong council would care for our part of the coast with the same enthusiasm as our own organisation in Bellarine Bayside.

Ninety nine years ago, just after the outbreak of World War I, Red Cross began its humanitarian work in Australia, with volunteers putting together comfort parcels for soldiers. Nearly a century later, Red Cross has found a place in the hearts and minds of most Australians and we are thrilled to launch a major project to kick off our Centenary celebrations. We’re collecting the personal stories of the people who have shared in a remarkable history: the power of humanity in action. My Red Cross story dates back to 1915. My family received a letter from Red Cross informing them of the sad news that my grandfather’s brother had been killed in Gallipoli. I still have the letter and cherish it as it represents a piece of my family’s history. For many people Red Cross has become a part of their family’s history too. Since its beginnings on 13 August 1914, Red Cross has grown to be at the forefront of reconnecting families torn apart by war and conflict, helping older Australians to remain living independently in their own homes, helping people with mental illness reconnect with their communities, helping school kids get a healthy breakfast before they start their school day and much more. Red Cross has become the world’s largest humanitarian organisation through the simple yet powerful act of people helping people. Now is the time for generations of volunteers, members and supporters, the thousands of people who have helped and been helped by Red Cross, both in Australia and overseas, to tell their own stories in their own words, in their own ways. Please visit redcross.org.au/centenary and share in our Centenary celebrations.

Dolores Pearson Friends of the Bellarine Hills and Foreshore member, Portarlington

Our seniors deserve better Dear Editor, The Sands Action Group’s “Save The Sands Resort – Say no to an aged care facility at The Sands” campaign lacks logic. A renovated resort would make an ideal retirement community, bringing sorely needed good paying (health care) professional jobs to Surf Coast Shire. Our shire has far too many minimum wage jobs. I’ve heard the action group say their property values will fall. Conversely, the proposed renovated facility will attract well paid professionals to their neighbourhood. The staff and seniors will make compassionate new neighbours that boost our local retail and restaurant revenues. We have a growing senior population that would love to remain here with some assisted care, rather than move away. The Sands is the perfect peaceful, out-of-the-way location that would bring much joy to seniors. The proposed retirement community will not be a hospital ward. I have an 82-year old auntie with a slight dementia problem living in a similar assistedliving facility in California. It is called Oakmont at Escondido Hills. I would encourage shire residents and staff to view it online (oakmontofescondidohills.com) to see how wonderful and vibrant such a place is. It provides an active assisted lifestyle with individual apartments, elegant common living areas, a movie theatre, swimming pool, spa and fireplaces, lovely grounds with many and varied daily social activities to build friendships. My auntie used to have a beautiful San Diego coast home that she never wanted to leave, but when she moved into Oakmont, she called it a landlubber ocean cruise liner where every day is a holiday and absolutely loves it there. Surely our seniors who have built our country deserve a better attitude from our community than a push away. John De Witt Torquay

17). It is frustrating and sad. It’s not just the small birds suffering – when the old conifers on the highway just outside Torquay were removed by VicRoads, they chose a similar time of year. They gave a reason, it was not an answer worth remembering. Not only are we destroying their habitat, many birds are finding it more and more difficult to find food. Robin Irwin Torquay

Women encouraged to stand Dear Editor, Geelong women interested in good governance, local accountability, civic leadership and strategic development for overall community wellbeing are encouraged to stand in the forthcoming mayoral byelection in the City of Greater Geelong. A successful woman candidate would join the other 30 women mayors who fill 38 per cent of the mayoral posts in Victoria’s 79 councils, including in Geelong’s neighbouring councils Colac-Otway, Golden Plains, Surf Coast and Queenscliffe. Following the 2012 elections, all Victorian councils, for the first time, have at least one woman councillor. Geelong Women In Local Democracy (WILD) supports the Women’s Charter principles of gender equity, diversity and active citizenship and looks forward to another first in November 2013 – election by the people of a female mayor in the City of Great Geelong.

The opinions expressed here are the opinions of the letter writers exclusively and do not express the views of the Editor or Surf Coast News Pty Ltd. Letters to the Editor may be submitted to the Surf Coast Times and Bellarine Times by writing to PO Box 714, Torquay, Vic, 3228 or email: editor@ surfcoasttimes.com.au or fax: 5264 8413. Your letters should not exceed 250 words. Please provide your name, address and telephone number, which may be withheld from publication on request. As publication space is limited we may not be able to publish all letters received. We also reserve the right to edit letters that we publish.

Hon. Terry Mulder, MP Minister for Public Transport Minister for Roads

Yvonne Adami, Rosemary Kiss, Monica Hayes, Priscilla Pescott, Sophia Shen and Jenny Wills Geelong WILD members

Robert Tickner Australian Red Cross chief executive officer

Black smog days Cheers and jeers Dear Editor, Congratulations to all the winners and runners-up at last weekend’s BFL finals played at Spring Creek oval in Torquay. A wooden spoon goes to the organisers for their disregard of the adjoining Spring Creek Nature Reserve. As the local footy finals get bigger each year (no doubt bringing with it greater takings at the gate for the organisers) so too does the price paid by our local creek reserve. I ask that the organisers educate their fans and take it upon themselves to clean up the cans, bottles, six pack rings, cigarette butts, cardboard beer packaging and other mess that still litters our creek three days after the big day. Improve your act on and off the field. Phil Avery Torquay

The suffering of birds great and small Dear Editor, I’m sure many would agree with you Judy (“Coastal tea tree removal on beach front”, Letters, September

Dear Editor, The last few weeks we have had some black smog days in Anglesea, with mixed messages from our power station as to why it is occurring. Companies digging out coal have spent $30 billion on scrubber technology (pollution reduction) in the USA for the benefit of American health. Why can’t our American power station (Alcoa) spend money on scrubber technology for the benefit of Anglesea residents’ health? Did anyone happen to take a photo of all the black pollution? Is anyone else concerned about the chemicals in the pollution that are not visible? Just a simple Google search on coal pollution and mental health was very concerning to me. Is this issue making our kids anxious? I have noticed that the issue of pollution is frequently appearing in their writing and artwork at school. Do any other residents think we need better monitoring and faster communication about days with dangerously high sulphur dioxide and (even more concerning) dangerously high levels of particulates? What should we do about our school children and kinder children on these days? Do any other residents want our power station to install pollution reducing scrubber technology? Does anyone know who is in a level of government that can help us with this matter? Should it become a federal issue? Tabitha Lowdon Anglesea

ANDREW KATOS MP

Member for South Barwon District

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

Tuesday 24 September 2013

Boozed will be busted YOUNG men who might be tempted to drink and drive over the Grand Final season are being targeted with an online infomercial made by the Transport Accident Commission (TAC). Booze Busted highlights the expensive penalties for drink drivers and has been developed to specifically target men aged 18-29 who intentionally drink drive and have little regard for the law. The campaign will be advertised in pubs and drive through bottle shops, as well as hotel bathrooms and on posters in bars around Melbourne and in regional Victoria – you can view Booze Busted online at boozebusted.com. TAC senior manager of marketing Simon Strahan said close to a quarter (23 per cent) of Victorian road fatalities involve a driver or rider with a bloodalcohol concentration of greater than .05. “Almost 80 per cent of drink drivers killed are male with the majority aged 21 to 39 years,” Mr Strahan said. “These figures illustrate that drink driving is inherently a male problem but all of us, women included, cannot afford to ignore the warnings. “It’s simple – if you plan on drinking, don’t drive,

and if you’re driving, don’t drink.” In addition to the online campaign, the TAC is running its traditional Bloody Idiot campaign which features images of A bloody idiot’s mum, A bloody idiot’s girlfriend and A bloody idiot’s mate. It reminds Victorians that drink driving is socially unacceptable and potentially deadly. The campaign will also be present on advertising boards around the state with the Don’t Risk It message on one side, and standard beer measurements on the other. “We know this is an exciting time for local clubs and towns. “We ask all of you to plan your trips to and from the local footy ground before you leave home,” Mr Strahan said. “Catching a lift with a designated driver who isn’t drinking alcohol is a great example of planning ahead. “We ask everyone to take extra care and remember that if you drink and drive, you’re a bloody idiot.” Increasing awareness of drink driving risks is a key component of the Victorian government’s road safety strategy 2013-2022.

TAC senior manager of marketing Simon Strahan, TAC client Alex Wall and Victoria police inspector Tom McGillian address the media on drink drive campaigning and enforcement that will display throughout September.

Funding safety right way for highway THIS YEAR

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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.

MEMBER for Western Victoria David Koch recently announced $68,000 for road safety improvements on the Midland Highway at the intersection with Raven Street, in Geelong West. Mr Koch said that, due to sun glare and the built up nature of the intersection, motorists are taking risks when driving through the intersection, endangering other motorists and pedestrians. “Improvements such as new signage, linemarking and lane reconfiguration will highlight the location of the intersection. “There will also be an increase to the red light phase on the traffic lights to provide a safer environment for pedestrians and drivers. “The Midland Highway is a major commuter, freight and tourist route between

Geelong and Ballarat. “The area has a history of crashes with four in the five year period ending 2012, two of which resulted in serious injury. “The great thing about the Safer Road Infrastructure program (SRIP) is that it is targeted to areas where it can have a specific and immediate safety benefit.” An evaluation into the effectiveness of the program by the Monash University Accident Research Centre indicated that the program is producing a reduction of 31 per cent for all casualty crashes. “We’ve had significant improvements in making roads safer and we need to keep working hard to ensure that we stay a world leader in road safety.”

A bloody idiot’s girlfriend.

The SRIP funding, provided by the Transport Action Commission, is the centrepiece of Victoria’s new road safety strategy 2013-22 and action plan 2013-16, which includes a new and stronger focus on measuring and reducing serious injuries. Mr Koch said the state government has significantly boosted the SRIP funding to $1 billion over 10 years, an increase of more than 30 per cent per year, in a bid to reduce the risks to road users through vital safety improvements. “This funding boost will deliver improvements to 12 intersections and six lengths of road across the state where run-off-road crashes are occurring.” Work is expected to commence in early 2014 and will take about two months to complete.

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Community to vote in support of cause THIS Christmas eftpos will donate up to $2 million to support a charity in their Giveback program. Surf Coast residents are asked to help choose how best this money could be placed in the community. Of the 40,000 people who voted in last year’s online poll, 30 per cent supported a charity that assisted people with disabilities. Last year, eftpos donated $1 million to Vision Australia to assist the fulfilment of the organisation’s aim to build a new seeing-eye dog breeding and training centre in Melbourne. In 2011, $1 million was donated to The Salvos for a number of community programs.

People are asked to support the Giveback program by pressing cheque or savings when using eftpos. “The eftpos Giveback tradition is in its third year and we are looking to double the donation value up to $2 million,” eftpos managing director Mr Bruce Mansfield said. “It is important that the community has a say.” There are eight areas that have been selected as areas to be supported: sick children, medical research, suicide, disability, disadvantage, homelessness, environment and animal welfare. Voting will close on October 12. For more information and to vote for this year’s Giveback recipient go to eftposgiveback.com.au.

Last year, eftpos donated $1 million to Vision Australia to assist the fulfilment of the organisation’s aim to build a new seeing-eye dog breeding and training centre in Melbourne.

Daylesford art goes snap DAYLESFORD Art Show has added a new photography section and is calling for entries from photographers for this year’s show, with prizes available for the best entrant. The photography exhibition will take place at exhibition sponsor Bokeh Gallery on Howe Street, Daylesford over Melbourne Cup weekend. It is an open category and the prize is a two-week exhibition of the winner’s work at the gallery. Jeff Moorfoot will judge entries on opening night October 31 and will announce the winners that evening over wine and canapés. The Daylesford Art Show is part of an all year round arts program – Art Daylesford – which is run by a new committee focused on working with artists and the local community. It is committed to supporting artists and

Sonja Rolten in Bokeh Gallery.

local businesses in the area by encouraging and facilitating exhibitions, interactions and community involvement. Youth will be a big focus through promoting young artists in the area. Owner of Bokeh Gallery Sonja Rolton said she was proud to be sponsoring this year’s photography exhibition. “To include photography in this year’s art show is a great step in supporting all forms of art in the area. “I am excited to be working with Rotary in this year’s art show to provide a high quality annual showcase for the work of local artists and to help create a year-round hub. “It is vital to celebrate and encourage the wide diversity of art in our local community, especially young artists.”

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Spring firewood season delayed BY JAMES TAYLOR WET weather has delayed the start to the spring firewood collection season in the Grampians and Barwon south west areas of Victoria. Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) land and fire regional manager Peter Codd said heavy rain during winter meant there would be no firewood collection in any of the designated collection areas in the state’s south west until further notice due to wet ground conditions, environmental considerations and public safety. “Collection areas will be checked and assessed regularly. “We’ll open them progressively throughout the season as soon as ground conditions allow.” People can get more information or updates regarding designated firewood collection area times by visiting their local DEPI office, going online, or by phoning the DEPI Customer Service Centre.

“Once these sites are open it will be legal for people to collect firewood for domestic use until the spring firewood collection season ends on November 30.” DEPI and Parks Victoria staff patrol parks, forests and reserves take a zero tolerance approach to those who are breaking firewood collection laws. Firewood collection is only permitted during designated times of the year and from designated collection areas. Wood collected at these sites is for personal use only and cannot be sold. Official signs will display the rules and collection limits. Typical on the spot fines are around $577. Offences that go to court may be liable for fines up to $7,218, one year imprisonment or both. For more information and updates, head to depi.vic.gov.au/forestry-and-land-use/forestmanagement/firewood or call DEPI customer service centre on 136 186.

Wet weather has delayed the start of the spring fire wood collection season.

Sing it, here comes the fun

Penny Larkins and Carl Pannuzzo to Lead a Singing Workshop at Singing for Fun in Bellbrae.

BELLBRAE’S Singing for Fun will host Penny Larkins and Carl Pannuzzo for a special community singing workshop on September 27. Two of Australia’s most beautiful voices, Penny Larkins and Carl Pannuzzo find no greater joy than sharing music both in performance and teaching mode. They have entertained audiences all over Australia from Denmark, Western Australia to Palm Creek, Queensland and have recently come back from a tour of the United Kingdom (with harmony group Salvation Jane) and Europe. Mr Pannuzzo and Ms Larkins believe we all have music in us.

They will be teaching participants of the workshop how to forget any blocks and fears around making music and remembering how to listen. Ms Larkins has spent much of her life in training of some sort – a professional actor and qualified music and drama teacher – whereas Mr Pannuzzo’s journey as a self taught musician is the product of what knowledge he has gathered along the way. They both are well known in the Australian music scene, performing with groups Totally Gourdgeous, Salvation Jane, Checkerboard Lounge as well as collaborations and performances with Fred Smith, Bill

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News in brief Torquay Surf Life Saving Club Grand Final fiesta TORQUAY Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) invites members and friends to celebrate Grand Final day, with the best views on the coast and some great camaraderie. Club members have a working bee from 9am and then everyone can kick back and watch the game from midday with football food and drinks at bar prices. All are welcome to barrack for their teams and perhaps kick the footy at half time or even go for a paddle. A club spokesperson said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;We look forward to seeing you there on Saturday 28 Septemberâ&#x20AC;?. Torquay SLSC is on Surf Beach Road in Torquay.

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THE City of Greater Geelong will take over the Ceres Temperance Hall following an approach from the existing owners, the Barrabool Blue Ribbon Society. Last week, councillors voted to take ownership of the hall after the community group said it was no longer in a position to manage the 150-year-old building. Deakin ward councillor Ron Nelson said he was delighted that the councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ownership role would ensure protection of the hall. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is important that buildings to be preserved are judged on their merits, and the Ceres Hall qualifies

as a building of considerable local significance. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As well as guaranteeing the hallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s survival, councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ownership of the building gives the local Ceres community members an opportunity to involve themselves in the ongoing activities of this important facility. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The hall currently serves the community as a venue for the vibrant local theatre production company, the Theatre of the Winged Unicorn. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The hall also serves as the venue for a broad range of community activities, and provides toilet facilities for congregation members attending the adjacent local church. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It plays a significant part in maintaining the essential character of Ceres.â&#x20AC;?

He said a building inspection report commissioned by the council had identified works that would be necessary to bring the structure up to existing council standards for community halls. The report identifies $175,000 in remedial works, and net annual operating costs of $11,500. The recommended building works will be referred to the councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2014/15 budget process. Cr Nelson said he was lobbying Heritage Victoria for funding assistance to help pay for the restoration works. He said council ownership of the hall would involve certain statutory obligations with regard to Heritage overlay.

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Swinging to win BY TIFFANY PILCHER TORQUAY’S top golfers are knuckling down to qualify once again for the country’s top championships in the upcoming season. Elite amateur golfer Ben Eccles is heading to the Keppera Bowl Championship in Queensland next month in an effort to pre-qualify for the Australian Open Championship in November. Eccles, 18, from Torquay, has been training and competing full time since completing his VCE at Oberon High School last year but suffered a disappointing 21st place finish at the Mandurah Amateur Open in Western Australia last week.

“Conditions weren’t great and I didn’t do very well,” he said. “There were 35 kilometre an hour winds with gusts up to 60 kilometres an hour and rain on the first day, the second day was windy again and the final round on the last day was cancelled because of the weather – it wasn’t ideal. “With the extra training I can see an improvement in my game but I’m not seeing it come through at tournaments yet. “I just have to focus on putting what I am learning into practice, the plan now is to pre-qualify and get back on track.” Following the Australian Open Eccles is aiming

to be on form to defend his men’s New South Wales Amateur Championship title early next year. Jarrod Lyle is also preparing to move back into professional golf after beating leukaemia for the second time. Lyle is back on his home course at The Sands this month playing his first consecutive four rounds since the illness returned in March last year. The Professional Golfers Association tour player completed the fourth round on Thursday in preparation for the Australian Masters tournament in Melbourne in November and said he’s well on his way back to top form. “I’m at about 70 per cent right now but every day

Eccles and Lyle are teeing up for a bumper championship season

I play it gets better. “Those bad shots I’m hitting from being out of practice are starting to disappear.” The comeback is significant for Lyle who endured several rounds of chemotherapy, radiation therapy, bone marrow transplants and months in remission to overcome the cancer which first affected him when he was only 17. “I’m excited to be back, I have been playing a lot but not seriously so this will really feel like a return for me. “My health has been ok so I wanted to get out here as quickly as possible, it’s good to be back doing what I love.”

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STAY ON COURSE COURSE SNAPSHOTS CLUB OVERVIEWS Anglesea

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1 Golf Links Road, Anglesea Signature Hole: 16th, 125 metres Par 3 Bistro: OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Lunch 12-2pm and dinner 6-8pm Office: Mon-Fri 9.00am-4.30pm Sat 11.00am-4.30pm Pro Shop: Open seven days a week sunrise to sunset

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92-94 Clearwater Dve, Clifton Springs Signature Hole: 8th Admin: 5251 3391 Fax: 5251 3788 Pro Shop and Golf Bookings: 5253 1488 Bistro: 5251 2501 Email: csclubhouse@iprimus.com.au Website: cliftonspringsgolfclub.com.au

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130 Hood Road, Portarlington Signature Hole: 17th, 115 metres Par 3 Phone: 5259 2492 Fax: 5259 2959 Pro Shop: 5259 3361 Email: info@portarlingtongolf.com.au Website: www.portarlingtongolf.com.au

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Elcho Road, Lara Signature Hole: 11th, 172 metres, Par 3 Club House: 5258 2955 Fax: 5282 2673 Open: 7 days - 7.30am–6.30pm Email: golf@elchogolf.com.au Website: www.larasportingclub.com.au

This well established course surrounded by bushland and wildlife offers unique challenges to both competitive and social golfers. With natural bushland, wildlife and beautiful scenic views it is renowned as one of Australia’s most picturesque. Many Indigenous kangaroos graze on the fairways and greens, making the welcoming golf course their home. Relax with a meal or drink in airconditioned comfort, taking in the panoramic views from the modern clubhouse.

Clifton Springs Golf Club offers a 5,768 metre, 18 hole, par 71 championship layout with legend couch fairways and stunning bay views. It is situated on the Bellarine Peninsula, just 20 minutes from Geelong and only 20 minutes from the Queenscliff-Sorrento ferry. Our new signature 6th hole, which also incorporates two new dams that surround the 5th, 6th and 7th holes and have added a new dimension. The course is now in fantastic condition and recent changes to the course now brings water into play on three holes and offers a great test for all golfers with the three water holes commonly known as “the golden triangle”.

Visit Portarlington Golf Club situated on the Bellarine Peninsula, 25 minutes east of Geelong. The course presents a most picturesque setting, with Santa Ana fairways lined with trees, giving you the sense of playing in serene, countryside surrounds. The long, gently undulating course is a challenge for most golfers and a visit to the course is an experience that will not be forgotten. In addition, the club offers an excellent restaurant and first class entertainment facilities for members and guests to enjoy.

Elcho Park Golf Course is a section of the Lara Sporting Club. It offers a well appointed 18 hole course with beautiful garden surrounds. It is a challenging flat course with grass greens. It is also seen as a place where the community can attend as a recreational and social interactive facility. It has fully licensed club rooms/kiosk open seven days week from 7.30am–6.30pm.

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Anglesea Golf Club The Anglesea Golf Course, situated on the Great Ocean Road, is an undulating 6,074 metre par 73 layout set in natural bushland. Entry forms are now available on our website angleseagolfclub.com.au for download for our upcoming eight day annual tournament Open Week commencing October 20. Anglesea Golf Club is now running music and dinner shows called the Roo Twilight Series so far the club has hosted sold out dinner shows featuring Joe Camilleri, Tex Perkins and Charlie Owen and Irish singer Brian Kennedy. Our fourth and final show for the year’s Roo Twilight Series is Renee Geyer and brass band to be held on November 9. Further information and booking details can be found on our website (see above).

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A FEATURE of the course is the number of elevated greens that require plenty of thought when selecting your club. There are only 42 bunkers throughout the course which have been likened to sand belt bunkers, and coupled with eucalypt tree lined fairways combine to produce a stimulating round. Also there is the ever present resident population of eastern grey kangaroos which number approximately 300. Why not take advantage of the new ring road that bypasses Geelong and come down for a round of golf – 18 holes for $50. A little over an hour’s drive from the top of the Westgate Bridge.

- Uniquely Australian Golf Experience - Play Golf amongst the local Eastern Grey Kangaroo Population - A Challenging Par 73 layout - For Golf Bookings please call 03 5263 1951

- Club & Motorised Carts available for Hire - Social Groups & Green Fee Players welcome 7 days - Clubhouse & Bistro Open 7 days per week

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CLUBHOUSE HOURS Bistro: Open 7 days a week. Lunch 12-2pm and Dinner 6-8pm Office: Monday - Friday 9am-4.30pm Pro Shop: Open 7 days a week

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Clifton Springs Golf Club

Portarlington Golf Club

Any trip to the Bellarine Peninsula would not be complete without a visit to arguably the premier golf course in the district. Open for green fees, Portarlington Golf Club guests are warmly welcomed, members are aware of the great facilities they have and enjoy sharing them with visitors.

THE course is available for hire by social groups and the individual golfers. If your social group booking is greater than 25 players, your group will receive a dozen golf balls to use as prizes with compliments of the Golf Club. Bookings can be made through the professional shop on 52531488. The course is now in fantastic condition and recent changes to the course now brings water into play on 3 holes and offers a great test for all golfers with the 3 water holes commonly known as “the golden triangle”. The clubhouse with its bars, members’ lounge, bistro and entertainment area, is on the site of the old grand hotel and offers a welcoming atmosphere with magnificent

views of Port Philip Bay and the You Yang’s. Meals are served seven days a week with lunch from 12–2pm and dinner from 5.30– 8pm. Our new golfing membership season commences October 1 and a pro rata seven day membership is only $619. For a weekday membership, pro rata is $465 and our daylight savings membership (October to March) is $495. Both these memberships represent fantastic value and an application form is available from the club. You can find this also on our website at www.cliftonspringsgolfclub.com.au or on facebook and twitter.

WHETHER it’s the moment guests enter the pro shop to be greeted by club professional Matt Milne and his knowledgeable staff, or out on the course, in the bar, gaming lounge or partaking of fine food from our head chef, Chris and his staff, any time spent at Portarlington is a most enjoyable experience. Santa Ana fairways in top condition at any time of the year beckon golfers to walk and marvel at the lushness and are challenged to conquer some holes that can make you smile, or conversely, vow to return and tidy up any mistakes that it cares to tempt the errant golfer. With improvements constantly implemented, from one visit to the next, the course can change often, however one constant is the care and professional attention the course is given by its

ground staff. Great value golf memberships are now available for anyone wishing to join the club. The Carnival of Golf, staged annually in August/September, is a must for any golfer, no matter what level. In 2012 we held our first ProAm event which went on to win us an Award at the Victoria Golf Industry Presentation Night, Best Regional Pro-Am Course of the Year. The event followed up in similar fashion winning the Regional Pro Am Course of the Year and the Regional Pro Am of the Year. The 2014 event will be held on March 6. In excess of $10,000 in prizes awaits winners in many different events. Do yourself a favour, make a booking for a round at Portarlington and see for yourself what all the hype is about, it may well be worth it.

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Elcho Park Golf Club Elcho Park Golf Course is an extremely enjoyable Par 71 5,800 metre public accessible golf course operated by the Lara Sporting Club under lease from the Greater City of Geelong. IDEALLY located on Elcho Road , Lara just off the Geelong-Baccus Marsh Highway, Elcho Park services the regions of north west Geelong, Lara and surrounding districts. Elcho Park Golf Club offers players a challenging yet enjoyable golf experience with a well appointed 18 hole layout with beautiful garden surrounds. With virtually no undulations nor steep terrain and open tree lined couch fairways, the course will appeal to golf enthusiasts of all ages. Offering a challenging flat course with grass greens with several long Par 5 dog leg holes, the course allows for a wide array of club selection in addition to skill needed around the couch grass greens . Elcho Park Golf Club has a well appointed

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licensed club house and golf shop open seven days a week and incorporates function room facilities open to the community and social groups alike. The Lara Sporting Club Golf section operate regular competitions on weekdays and Saturdays for both men and ladies throughout the week in addition to a vibrant social veterans group which play every Tuesday. Offering affordable green fee and annual season membership rates , Elcho Park makes golf both very affordable and great value for money when compared to many other regional golf destinations. For all social or membership enquiries call 52822955 or head to elchogolf.com.au or larasportingclub.com.au.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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59th Annual Open Week 20th October – 27th October 20.10.13

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Junior Senior Ambrose Par Men’s & Ladies Combined Men’s Xmas Break-Up 9:30am SGS, Lefties Vs Righties Men’s Stableford Ladies Xmas Break-Up Jack & Pat Taylor Men’s Open Ambrose 9am SGS Men’s & Ladies Stroke GDVGA Xmas Function SGS Start of Holiday Cup Ladies Stableford Men’s Monthly Medal

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Ladies Stroke Monthly Medal Men’s Stroke 1st Rnd Club Championship Gross & Nett All Grades Men’s Monthly Medal 2nd Rnd 54 Hole Aggregate Ladies Stableford Red Cross Charity Day 9:30 for a 10am SGS Men’s & Ladies Stableford

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Men’s Monthly Medal Men’s & Ladies Stableford 1st Rnd W. Carlos Summer Cup Men’s & Ladies Stableford 2nd Rnd W. Carlos Summer Cup Men’s & Ladies Stableford Final Rnd W. Carlos Summer Cup Australia Day Cup 12:30pm SGS Men’s & Ladies Stableford

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It is difficult to single out any one act from next month’s Anglesea Music Festival that will stand out because the diversity of the lineup just won’t allow it. BY ALI DEANE BUT there’s no doubting Melbourne 14-piece The Dub Captains will be easily remembered after they hit Anglesea with their dynamic audio onslaught of rock-reggae. Formed in 2007 by three friends Jim Grimwade, Josh Bridges and Hamish Knight, the idea of a big band couldn’t be held back. The band grew to six, the word spread, new members jumped on board and the outfit became 14. A studio album later (Big Boomin Sci-Fi Unit, 2011) and The Dub Captains vocal onslaught, killer horns, duelling guitars, percussion and rhythm section has gained them the reputation around Melbourne as one of the most talented and enjoyable party bands. Their diverse musical backgrounds and broad repertoire crosses surf rock with traditional heavy dub, lo-fi love songs, reggae and Brazilian pop, with their signature sound of reverb drenched guitar, big horns and catchy melodies. “It’s pretty danceable stuff,” bassist Jim Grimwade said. “It’s great having such a big band, playing gigs, and having all the people up there. “And one good thing is there’s no shortage of songs. We mix it up and never get bored.” The Dub Captains only embarked on the festival scene last summer, and are gearing up for a range of east coast dates following their appearance at Angelsea. “We’re all looking forward to Anglesea; we’ve

been in the studio a lot, and we might even bring the boards and make it a bit of a holiday. “We’re also keen to catch Brian Cadd and many of the acts. Keshie are friends of ours so it’s going to be fun.” The Dub Captains join an illustrious lineup of acts at Anglesea Music Festival over the weekend of October 18-20, including Brian Cadd, Sandi Thom,

Damian Howard and The Ploughboys, Bowie Jane, The Little Stevies, The Diehard Dolls, Grand Soul Audio, The Sweethearts and many more. This year’s festival will also feature comedians, great food, market stalls, buskers, workshops, a busker competition and a new village hub location in the heart of Anglesea. Organisers have just released a new batch of

presale tickets at a discounted rate of $100 for a three day pass, after early bird tickets sold out. The new release is available until September 30 unless sold out. Head to angleseamusicfestival.com.au for more information, and grab your tickets at Anglesea Hotel or through Moshtix. Children under 12 are free with a ticketed adult.

Melbourne 14-piece The Dub Captains will hit Anglesea next month bringing a unique pseudo reggae to the third annual Anglesea Music Festival.

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It’s beer ‘n’ footy fest! YES it’s that grand time of year again with the big day fast approaching when we see the big men fly and as I write this article a week out from the game I’ve got absolutely no idea who’s made it through? Whichever way it has fallen let’s just hope it’s a great game and that the most deserving team wins (I would love to insert my team here). Of course, with all the excitement surrounding the day, the question will be asked by some if not many, “What am I gonna drink this Saturday at the barbeque/party?” A seriously vexing question for some, others dead easy – “Crownies thanks”. Now be that as it may, there are so many other great beers out there on the market these days, what with the whole craft brewing thing going on and gathering momentum, we are absolutely spoilt for choice. And as they sometimes say in footy when picking the best team from a full list, “It’s a great problem to have” and yes I even hear that the old Crownie is being marketed as a craft beer now... What? Wonders never cease. Anyway, there’s always something new happening on the craft beer scene and hopefully the new releases featured below will be out and available prior to Grand Final day. If not, then there’s always something else, maybe a bottle of French Champagne if your team’s playing, then whichever way the result goes, either way you still win, kinda? Hmmm, maybe I’m dreaming there, anyway c’mon the (insert your team here)!

Little Creatures IPA ($18 x 4 packs) The inventive crew at Little Creatures always produce a quality product and quite a bit of thought, patience and great brewing has gone into producing this fine new tasty India pale ale release. The beer’s colour is beautiful and golden with that tell-tale Little Creatures hoppiness upfront while the overall feel, weight and flavour profile on the palate is super refreshing. Definitely destined to be a hit this summer! While I’m at it, word has it that things are going well down at the Geelong operation so it won’t be long till we see the first “local” Little Creatures beers start to roll out, but patience is a virtue so, stay patient!

New Look Cascade Beers ($14 x 4 packs) Woah! The team at CUB have finally woken up to the fact that they’ve got a brewery in their portfolio steeped in history and begging to be called a “craft” producer, and even better it’s from Tasmania! And, for history buffs, not only is it Australia’s oldest brewery but it is also Australia’s second oldest business (good to see the colonists had their priorities in the right order, the first being the bank of New South Wales). The new look packaging of the Cascade beer range has certainly taken a massive step towards the old world look and feel (everything old is new again) with brown antique looking embossed bottles and labels evoking the style of yore. There’s the traditional line-up of premium lager, pale ale, and stout on offer alongside a now standard blonde wheat beer and a new addition to the range in a bright ale. All come in four packs with 16 bottles to the box instead of 24. Fans of the Cascade premium light fear not as this will still continue in its current form.

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Glam Girls party fun place for everyone BY TIFFANY PILCHER TORQUAY’S newest dedicated event space, Glam Girls is proving no one is too young or too old to have fun dressing up. The recently opened party space, glamour parlour and coffee lounge is perfect for a wide range of events including birthday parties, teen makeovers, ladies nights, special occasions and private functions. Owner and qualified makeup artist Nicole Farrar said whatever kind of celebration you’re after, Glam Girls can cater to you. “We have a whole range of party packages available, qualified makeup artists, hair stylists and party hosts are available for all occasions and of course there is music, karaoke and dancing too.” Ms Farrar said she decided to open Glam Girls to make life easier for parents after realising there was no other party space of its kind in Torquay. “I have two little girls myself and every time they go to a party they have to go into Geelong. “Now people don’t have to worry about mess or organising everything, just bring a cake, everyone has fun then you can go home. “We wanted to create a welcoming space that’s also a kid friendly environment for mother’s groups, kinder groups and other children’s groups too.” Current party packages are tailored to girls and boy’s parties will be available soon. Parents are also welcome to stop by anytime with their children to have a coffee and enjoy craft

activities together. Glam Girls is located at shop 14 Surf City Plaza, corner of Surf Coast Highway and Beach Road, Torquay and open Tuesday to Friday 9am to 2.30pm, Saturday from 10am until the afternoon and Sunday by appointment only. For pricing and enquiries contact Nicole by emailing nicolemfarrar@hotmail.com or call 0410 584 518.

Butterfly Lexi and Tiger Zac get crafty at new Torquay party space and coffee lounge Glam Girls.

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Explore the new era at Tigerfish BY ALI DEANE

New Tigerfish owner Naomi Singer inside the recently reopened shop and gallery space.

STEPPING out of the sun and into Tigerfish is like setting foot into a cool, coastal canopy filled with a collection of items, ready to be explored and poured over. From coastal fashion, to photography, literature, surfboards and hand planes, accessories and local art, Tigerfish on Bell Street in Torquay is a treasure trove of originality. With new owner Naomi Singer, the next era at Tigerfish is set to bring art lovers, surfers and shoppers a smorgasbord of new and established products, showcase talented and emerging artists and be a home to special events. Ms Singer, also a talented local photographer, loved the store from the beginning, and didn’t want to see it disappear when she heard it was on the market. “I’ve always loved founder Grant Forbes’ original motivation and ideas for opening the store; creating an environment to showcase talented artists. “Nat and Joel continued that momentum and made some wonderful changes and additions to the business. I want to continue doing that. “Galleries can be intimidating, but it is a relaxed space that has been created here to see and purchase art, and showcase quality garments. “I’m planning to keep it pretty similar to what it was, I’ve added a few female labels to balance it out, and will have a new artist every six weeks or so. “There’ll be Wax Off at Easter and other art exhibitions throughout winter.” Tigerfish officially re-opened under a fortnight ago and not only offers artists a place to show their work, but also has an array of brands for sale like Maison Scotch, Emeldo Design Jewellery, Fallen Broken

Street Headwear, Valley Eyewear, Raen sunglasses, Bellroy and Orchill wallets, Critical Slide Society, Brixton, Hippy Tree, Green Rock, Deus, and a range of surfboards by Cory Graham shapes, Bells Surf Wax and Leigh Stevens surfboards and hand planes. “It is definitely exciting, now that it’s finally open. We had a great first weekend, and I’m excited to learn and see what happens, and discover new local artists. “I’ve grown up in Torquay, and I think it is such an amazing place with such a diverse range of people. “I’m interested in seeing all forms of art. Anyone who has a talent, I’d be interested in hearing from.” Tigerfish, at 15 Bell Street Torquay, is now open seven days a week from 10am-5pm. Pop in to check out the latest products and explore some fresh local art.

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Region’s wine plunged in its cool fruit BY ALI DEANE GEELONG is known for its acclaimed cool climate wines and has firmly established itself as one of Australia’s truly iconic wine regions. Now that spring is here, so is the start of the Geelong wine season, which sees multiple events held over the next few months – the 12th annual Toast to the Coast; the Great Geelong Wine Pour; and the Geelong Wine Show are all thanks to the Geelong Winegrowers Association (GWA). The season was officially opened at a special gala event by acting Geelong mayor Bruce Harwood, who ushered in another year of celebrating the wonderful wines of the Bellarine, Surf Coast and Moorabool Valley. Cr Harwood encouraged people to explore the region, sample the local wine and food and most of all enjoy what this unique part of the world has to offer. “We are very fortunate to have such spectacular scenery, award winning wines and sensational events such as Toast to the Coast on our doorstep,” Cr Harwood said. The Great Geelong Wine Pour showcases the region’s premium wines from September to November through special events, dinners and new wines at a selection of restaurants. It encourages food and wine lovers to sample the best on offer across the Bellarine, Moorabool Valley, Surf Coast and Otways

regions and encourages Melbourne restaurant goers to acquaint themselves with wines from this iconic region. The Geelong Wine Show brings together big and small producers from across the region showcasing the diversity of their wines, and takes place on October 16-17. The season culminates with the immensely popular Toast to the Coast, held over the Melbourne Cup Weekend, Nov 2-3. Lyndsay Sharp, owner of Leura Park Estate and Jack Rabbit Vineyard, and former chair of marketing for the GWA said Toast to the Coast is now a firmly entrenched tradition among the region’s food/wine lovers and the word about the quality of Geelong wines is spreading. More than 30 wineries will be showcasing their premium cool climate wines for pass holders to sample, and soak up a weekend of sensational wine, food, music and fun. There’s warmth in the air and new growth in the vineyards, so why not explore a new label, a winery or embrace one of the many exciting events. For more information head to toasttothecoast.com.au and winegeelong. com.au. Try one of the region’s acclaimed cool climate wines this Geelong wine season, at a range of special events from September to November.

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What’s new at Boom Gallery this spring? BY ALI DEANE OWNERS Ren Inei and Kate Jacoby of Boom Gallery have just celebrated two years of uncovering and showcasing regional artists in their bright, contemporary gallery in Newtown. The space at Boom Gallery has recently been extended and the owners are excited to introduce a new menu by Rue Cler Market’s Andy Pye to their coffee offering, as well as new exhibitions. The menu features local produce presented in a simplistic yet elegant way. A menu for a long lunch to share can be arranged

as can canapés for special events. “Sourcing with locality in mind is the way to do it,” Mr Pye says. “The curators supply eggs from their garden, and we’ll serve them slow-cooked with local bacon. “The food we do is clean and crisp, nutritious and organic, but not minimal.” Boom’s latest exhibition features new paintings by Barwon Heads artist and graphic designer Chelsea Gustafsson, on display until October 12. Gustafsson’s Miniscapes detail the minutia of the everyday with delicacy and humour. Her painting style is intricately detailed and executed, and often includes unexpected elements such as hand stitching and embroidery, referencing the domestic arts. Mr Inei said regional artists are invited to join the thriving arts hub Studio 21. “We have several fabulous studio spaces available for hire; it’s really cool, there are about 12 visual artists and picture framers, and it is a real artist community there.” Boom Gallery and the coffee bar are open Wednesdays to Saturdays from 9.30am to 4pm with take away breakfast options from 8am. Boom Gallery is located at 11 Rutland Street, Newtown, Geelong.

Thorny Paradise forms part of Barwon Heads artist and graphic designer Chelsea Gustafsson’s Minsicapes exhibition at Boom Gallery. LEFT: Delicacies to devour at Boom Gallery.

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MILLINERS work hard year round, but every October and November during the Spring Racing Carnival the whips really start cracking. It’s the time of year when the richest races are run and won, and fashions are shown off on the field. Torquay milliner Lynnette Lim says racing everywhere is picking up, with country race meets becoming really popular, and many people travelling from afar to fashions on the field competitions. Ms Lim has always loved fashions, from dressups with her sister, to playing around with the sewing machine during school holidays, to discovering hidden gems at the op shop. “I’ve always had a love of vintage fashion, and hats have always gone with that. There were lots of sixties fashions and beautiful hats that I’d pick up. “Creating hats is my passion.” Ms Lim’s reputation is built on her meshing of contemporary with vintage, creating custom made pieces, which have seen her place in many fashion awards, including winning the prestigious Millinery Award on Oaks Day of 2012, judged by world renowned UK milliner Philip Treacy. Her winning hat was then featured in the 50 years of Fashions on the Field exhibition at the Australian Racing Museum, at the MCG. “This year I’ll be judging on Oaks Day, which is really exciting, but it will be quite different as the event is now open to milliners from all over the world.” Lynnette’s spring range will feature among the work of many other top Australian milliners at the Millinery Association of Australia Maarvelous Millinery fashion event at Melbourne

Zoo on October 3. Each milliner will host their own pop-up store, where guests can discover the inspiration behind each collection, receive style advice and purchase their own stunning pieces for carnival – straight from the hat walk. Head to millineryaustralia.org/event/ maarvelous-millinery to book tickets.

Local milliner Lynnette Lim shows off a taste of what we’ll be seeing trackside this spring racing season – with her latest designs.

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Models gear up for fashion parade BY TIFFANY PILCHER BELLBRAE Primary School’s Spring Carnival Fashion Parade is shaping up to be Torquay’s fashion event of the year with big name retailers and local designers signing up to be a part of the action. The school’s teachers and parents will strut their stuff on October 17 in the latest spring fashion from Edge Clothing, Petrera Millinery Hire, Fifth Avenue Collection jewellery and Kagi jewellery from Little Red Jewellery Box. Local menswear designer Jeff Gibson will be suiting up the male models. Fifth Avenue Collection jewellery will be available for purchase on the night and the specially designed race wear collection from Petrera Millinery Hire will be for sale at a discounted price with a percentage of the profits to be donated to the school. Makeup artists Sharon Murphy and Renee Wilmott, hairdressers Hair by Erin, Brenda Benzie, Cindy from Best Little Hair House and eyelash technician Kat Womersley are providing their expert services for the models on the night. All who attend have a chance to win luxurious pamper prizes from Saltair Spa and professional photographer Adrienne Dillion will capture guests as they arrive on the red carpet. The Surf Coast Times, Wyndham Resort Torquay, Great Ocean Road Real Estate and Creative Confetti are also supporting the premier event along with a number of local businesses who have donated funds and prizes for a spectacular raffle and silent auction to be held on the night. The wider Surf Coast community is invited to take a peek at upcoming spring racing trends, enjoy a two course meal, complimentary drink, live music and plenty of giveaways while raising money to resurface the school’s basketball court. Tickets are $50 per person, selling fast and can be purchased individually or in tables of 10 from the Bellbrae Primary School, Wyndham Resort Torquay and the Surf Coast Times’ offices before October 8.

Bellbrae Primary School parents and teachers test out their modelling skills in preparation for the Spring Carnival Fashion Parade. Kit-e Kline is dressed by Edge Clothing with jewellery by Fifth Avenue Collection and headpiece by Petrera Millinery Hire, Chris Williams wears a Jeff Gibson suit jacket and parent Meaghan Copeland is dressed by Edge Clothing, with jewellery by Kagi and headpiece by Petrera Millinery Hire.

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The Geelong Winegrowers Association invite you to the Geelong Wine Show exhibitors tasting at The Pier - Hopetoun Room from 2pm to 5pm on Thursday 17th October 2013

The Geelong Winegrowers Association invite you to the Geelong Wine Show public tasting at The Pier - Hopetoun Room from 3pm to 5pm on Thursday 17th October 2013

Taste and discuss the region’s premium cool climate wines and meet the winemakers as we celebrate this years award winning wines.

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Simple salmon delights TWO weeks ago I was “rushed” to hospital and have been in and out since. Nothing major, but a little worse than minor and I have been unable to work. During my fifty odd years I have spent some time in hospital, usually for sports injuries of one kind or another. They must be interesting places in which to work, yet incredibly boring, sad and lonely for those who would never chose to be there – the patients. Casualty, or ER as it is known due to many US television shows, is particularly interesting. Continually under resourced, and having to deal with the width and breadth of our community during their tribulations must take quite a toll on the staff. I applaud the doctors and nurses and support staff who have helped me and countless people in need. Initially, the hospital food was not of great importance to me. After a few days of “nil by mouth” however, I was ravenous and what was served did little to inspire. Institutional food is one of the least appealing attributes of institutions; not just hospitals. I understand the logistical impediments of providing nutritious food to hundreds of people, but surely there is a better way? Jamie Oliver and Heston Blumenthal have both attempted to tackle the problem with television shows. I think Jamie’s Ministry of Food is a good idea, but wonder if celebrity chefs (and their agents) are sometimes more interested in the publicity these programs generate. I don’t want to be too cynical as I don’t have a magic solution. It seems to me most institutions set their goals too high and the results are always disappointing. It’s like trying to make a “vegetarian sausage”. Sausages are made of meat. If you don’t eat meat, don’t eat sausages. Those who prepare airline food try to make it something it can inherently never be. Given the food has to be prepared off site, transported, packaged for in-flight conditions, reheated and served in ridiculously cramped conditions by people who are not trained in cooking, it is no wonder the food is not “restaurant quality”; no matter how well credentialed the celebrity chef who designed the menu! I think Peter Rowland came up with a brilliant idea years ago for plane travel. At a time when all fights served hot food, he did away with the food “infrastructure” and offered passengers a brown paper bag consisting of a fresh sandwich and fruit. He invested resources on making the best possible sandwich rather than trying to recreate restaurant food in an environment which dictated its failure. Sadly the idea did not take off, as people 20 years ago still expected a hot meal on the plane. My advice is to avoid, where possible, hospitals, schools, universities, planes and prison! Enjoy as many home cooked fresh meals as possible with family and friends and live by my mother-in-law’s dictum, “don’t eat anything out of a bag”. This week’s dish is simple and one I have craved during the last fortnight. Buy the freshest piece of salmon (available from Torquay Farm Foods), brush with local olive oil, season and barbeque until medium rare. Serve on potato mash with lemon parsley and seasonal vegetables of your choice.

TORQUAY

FARM FOODS Premium quality meat, a discerning Deli and wines to match. OPEN 7 DAYS 9AM-6PM 4A Gilbert Street TORQUAY P. 5264 7776 Order ahead for special orders and fast pick up

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Preston presents boogified piano show BY TIFFANY PILCHER BOOGIE woogie piano whiz Jan Preston is hitting the road as hard as she hits the keys with a massive tour including a stop at the Potato Shed in October. Widely considered Australia’s queen of boogie piano, she was first introduced to the lively honkytonk style at an early age but only after she had undertaken classical training. “When I was growing up classical was the only style you could learn but I couldn’t stay away from the boogie,” she said. “I just knew that’s what I wanted to do so I taught myself by reading books over many laborious years. “I was so drawn to it, I’m quite a gregarious person and I love being surrounded by

that vigorous energy.” In her show, My Life as a Piano, Preston promises to bring her trademark vivacious spirit to the stage as she sings and tells tales of her life from the poignant to the hilarious. “The show is so physically active I quite literally have to train and do weights to keep up. “People tend to respond to that energy, I want them to be uplifted and entertained but it’s also a very moving performance, people may laugh and they may cry.” Jan Preston will perform at the Potato Shed, 41 Peninsula Drive, Drysdale on October 5. Tickets are $18 for adults and $14 for concession card holders and can be purchased by calling 5251 1998.

Date: Friday 11th of October, 2013 Venue: RACV Resort Torquay, Great Ocean Road Ballroom Time: 6.30pm to 11pm Cost: $190 per person (can be purchased singular or up to table’s of 10) Tickets are only online at www.daftorquay.com BOOK NOW!

Bubbly boogie piano queen Jan Preston is taking the stage with her high energy honky tonk show at the Potato Shed next week.

look come and enjoy a selection of fine wines with Jon Helmer of corks CREW Cellars and local winemaker Michael Clayden of ‘Sum of the few’ wines.

smell we’ll help guide and develop your palate, with a wide range of wine varieties and regions explored throughout the classes.

taste discuss the clarity, depth and liveliness of the wines and gain a greater understanding of body, tannins, complexity, balance and length, plus much much more...

time & place our wine education classes will be held from 6.30pm – 8.30pm Wednesday the 9th, 16th , 23rd & 30th of October inclusive. The classes will be held at Mejavo’s cafe in Bristol Road, Torquay. 4 week course: $220

for bookings

p: 03 5261 4749 e: corkscrew@pipeline.com.au

FRI 11TH, SAT 12TH, SUN 13TH OCT 2013

Visit our website to check out the weekend events and don’t forget g buy your tickets! Come for a fun filled weekend and get a little DAFT!

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Due to increased demand for space we are now only accepting Not For Profit Organisations and free community events. Guidelines have been introduced to ensure events advertised are not ones purely serving business purposes. Emails must be received by Tuesday noon the week before the event.

AIREYS INLET

CLIFTON SPRINGS Bellarine Community Health Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291

Clifton Springs Play Group Wednesdays & Fridays 10am-12pm. Lower level at Golf Club 0-5yr olds. $25 per term. For more information call 5251 2568.

DRYSDALE 2nd October Millers Fashion Parade

SUNDAYS Uniting Church Service Anglican Holy Communion on 1st & 3rd Sundays. Uniting Church service 2nd, 4th & 5th Sundays www.surfcoastunitingchurch.org.au

2pm at the St James Church Tickets call 5253 1866

Bellarine Community Health Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291

ANGLESEA

Drysdale seniors

14th October Anglesea & District Community House AGM 5pm Entrance 4 RSVP 5263 2116 or admin@anglesea.org.au

Anglesea Community House Open Monday-Friday 9.30am-2.30pm Contact 5263 2116 or courses@anglesea.org.au Free Tax Return Preparation from July-October. You must earn under $50,000

TUESDAYS & SATURDAYS Family History Research Library Open from 10.30am to 1pm at 5a McMillan Street. Meets every second Thursday of the month at 10am.

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

Mondays – 9:15am-10:45am Yoga, 1pm Cards, snooker & carpet bowls. 7pm-9pm Clifton Springs Lions Club 1st & 3rd Monday every month. Tuesdays – 9:30am-11am Weight Watchers, 11.30am Lunch for seniors, 1pm Bingo. Wednesdays – 11am-12 Exercises, 1pm Carpet Bowls & snooker 5pm-7pm WACAS. Thursdays – 9am-12 Line Dancing, 12.30pm Arts & Crafts, 1:30pm Choir Practice, 6-9.15pm yoga. Fridays – 1pm Carpet Bowls & Snooker. Saturdays – 1pm Snooker. Sundays – 10.30am Church Service. For more information phone 5251 2983.

SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS Buy Bellarine Produce Barn 9am-3pm at Tuckerberry Farm www.buybellarine.com.au

MONDAYS The Springs T.O.W.N Club Inc. 9.15am at the Church Hall in High Street Contact Mary on 5251 3763 or Jan on 0403 221 737

SUNDAYS Anglican Service 9.15am at the Church of the Transfiguration, Great Ocean Road.

APOLLO BAY

TUESDAYS The Springdale Toy Library 4pm-5pm at the Neighbourhood Centre in High Street Enquiries to Alison on 0438 224 468

SUNDAYS Farmers Market

FORREST

Youth Club Hall Moore Street 3rd Sunday of every month.

Neighbourhood House

SATURDAYS Community Market 9am-1pm on the Foreshore Visit www.visitotways.com for full events for the month

BARWON HEADS 2nd November Barwon Heads Uniting Church Annual Cup Day Weekend Stalls SUNDAYS Open Mic for youth, under 21’s 3pm-5.30pm on every 2nd month. Barwon Heads Hotel Bristo. Call Jill on 0431 606 476

SATURDAYS Community Market

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

LEOPOLD Bellarine Community Health Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291

LORNE SUNDAYS Display of HISTORIC PHOTOGRAPHS and MEMORABILIA

Lorne Anglican-Uniting Church Service 10 am each Sunday. All Saints or St Cuthbert’s Contact Lynton : 0418 831 703 OR 03 5289 5220 for other services

BELLBRAE 27th September Singing for fun 6-8pm at the Bellbrae Hall Queries bellbraesingforfun@yahoo.com.au or 0447 631 002

OCEAN GROVE Bellarine Community Health Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291

CLIFTON SPRINGS Clifton Springs Garden Club

Prostate Support Group

Meets 7.30pm on the third Monday of the month Drysdale Uniting Church Call Lorraine 5251 1660

Meets every second Thursday at 1.30pm Ocean Grove Community Health Centre For more information contact 5221 8862

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Friday October 18th DOORS OPEN 7PM TILL LATE

Every 3rd Saturday of the month 9am-1pm at the Ocean Grove Park, cnr Draper & Presidents Enquiries Sally 0418 141 208

Working Bee starts at 9am Game from noon Enquiries to info@tslsc@gmail.com

PARAPARAP DrolKar Buddhist Centre Buddhist Philosophy classes Mon 7.30pm-8.30pm, Tues 11am-12pm Healing Meditation Tues 1-2pm Meditation Fri 11am-12pm Upcoming events: Open Day September Sunday 8th 10am-4pm All Welcome Women in Spirit September 22nd 2-8pm Please see website for full program 625 Nortons Road, Paraparap. Closed on total fire ban days drolkarbuddhistcentre@hotmail.com www.drolkarbuddhistcentre.org.au

POINT LONSDALE Bellarine Community Health Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291

PORTARLINGTON Bellarine Community Health Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291

Portarlington Senior Citizens Centre 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.

Portarlington Neighbourhood House Monday: Canasta/Bolivia, Family Tree Group, Chair Yoga & Funky Monday Singing Group Tuesday: Card Making, Art Group, One on One Computer Help & Line Dancing for Beginners, Harmonica Wednesday: Music for Parents & Pre-Schoolers, Drawing & Sketching for Fun, Dog Training & Crochet/Knitting Group Thursday: Canasta/Bolivia, Dog Training, DVD Stretching & Tai Chi, Guitar for Primary Students / Guitar for Adults Friday: Back to School for Seniors Fortnightly: Philosophy Cafe Monthly: Book Club, Port Snappers Camera Club, Bird Watching Group & Gardening Group The Portarlington Neighbourhood House, enquiries: 5259 2290 / www.portnh.org.au

QUEENSCLIFF

13th October Torquay Scout Group Billy Cart Race and Car Boot Sale Registration 8.30am Torquay Scout Hall in Spring Creek Reserve Contact Jenny on 0419 388 646 or biz@moonmother.com.au

CLU - Choose It, Lose It, Use It 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

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 for New Courses for Term 4 2013: Cert III Business Admin Medical ¬– Starting the week of Oct 28th Cert III Aged Care-Mondays and Tuesdays 9am-3pm from 21st Oct Wellbeing & Meditation with Nikki – Mondays 1pm-2pm from 14th October (gold coin donation) New Tricks part II – Wednesdays 10.30am- 12.30pm from 16th October Special Events Red Cross Community Will Service – Get your will made for just $75, Tuesday 15th October 9am-4pm. By appointment only – Call 1800 649 685 or email bequests@redcross.org.au to book.

MONDAYS Torquay Ladies Probus Club Sept 16th. Rod Crole, paramedic takes us throuth the “4 steps of life”. Bring a pillow. Every 3rd Monday at 10am at the Senior Citizens Rooms in Price Street. Enquiries to 5261 9001 or 0438 581 862

TUESDAYS Anglican Church Torquay Op Shop Friday & Saturday mornings from 9am-12 noon. Tuesdays 10am-1pm Cnr Pride & Price Streets.

FRIDAYS Anglican Church Torquay Op Shop Friday & Saturday mornings from 9am-12 noon. Tuesdays 10am-1pm Cnr Pride & Price Streets.

24th September to 3rd October Search for Pirate Benito’s Treasure

SATURDAYS Torquay Central Farmer’s Market

Queenscliffe Maritime Museum, Bookings essential Phone 5258 3440 or info@maritimequeenscliffe.org.au.

8:30am-1pm at Torquay Central Car Park.

28th September Don’t watch the Game Alone 18th October The Queenscliff/Point Lonsdale Oxfam Group Annual Dinner 6.30pm at the Uniting Church Hall. Enquiries Judy & Peter 5258 3508 or Denise 5258 4574

Bellarine Community Health Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291

SATURDAYS Queenscliffe Produce Swap 3rd Saturday of the month at 10am-12 noon at the Neighbourhood House Phone 5258 3367

ST LEONARDS Bellarine Community Health Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291

SUNDAYS Torquay Christian Fellowship and Youth Hub 10am at 25 Grossmans Road Phone 5261 6831 or www.torquaybaptist.com

WINCHELSEA 1st-4th November Art & Photography Show 7.30pm at the Globe Theatre Entry forms Jeanette 0409 418 766

Winchelsea Toy Library 11.30am-1.30pm (no school holidays) Call Carrie on 5267 2028 or email winchelseatoylibrary@ gmail.com

Winchelsea Community House 28 Hesse Street. Introduction to Microsoft word, Workplace First Aid, Asthma Training, Cheese Making, Intro to Social Media, Floristry, Hare Krishna Cooking. For all the classes and timetables please ring 5267 2028 or email education@winchhouse.org.au

19 Peter Street, Grovedale 52 431480 (Off the Surfcoast Hwy) • Newspapers • Magazines • Darrell Lea • Hallmark Cards • Post Ofﬁce (Open 5 1/2 Days) • Tattslotto • Printer Cartridges • Phone Credit

ISABELLE DELTORE facebook.com/alleycathotel

TORQUAY 28th September Torquay SLSC Grand Final Day

1.30pm at the Uniting Church

of Lorne and the Great Ocean Road Open 1 pm to 4 pm FIRST SUNDAY EVERY MONTH. Fig Tree Community House.

Last Saturday of the month from 8am-1pm. Community Hall in Hitchcock Avenue. Contact Lila on 0402 642 357.

OCEAN GROVE SATURDAYS Bellarine Community Farmer’s Market

28 Little Ryrie St, Geelong. 03 5221 8439

www.acsstriptease.com.au

PARTIES DRESS UPS FESTIVALS DANCING KINDERS G SINGIN PLAYGROUPS ARTS & CRAFTS Contact Brooke for an information package E: brooke@willowstarentertainment.com

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14. Who or what is Priscilla in the stage show Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert? 15. Which famous historical person was known as â&#x20AC;&#x153;the lady of the lampâ&#x20AC;?? 16. What name is given to the Chinese alternative medicine where needles are inserted under the skin? 17. What are the two official languages of Canada? 18. Ray Davies and Dave Davies were members of which band? 19. What will Americans celebrate on November 28? 20. Alec Issigonis was famous for designing which popular vehicle?

8. During which conflict was the Battle of Balaclava fought? 9. Who is actress Dakota Johnsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s famous mother? 10. Montevideo is the capital of which South American country? 11. Which English poet wrote the words, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for theeâ&#x20AC;?? 12. Name the actor who played both Doctor Who and Worzel Gummidge. 13. How many members are there in the boy band One Direction?

1. Where is the Hang Seng Stock Exchange? 2. Which celebrity chef is known as the Naked Chef? 3. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Show me the moneyâ&#x20AC;? is a quote from which movie? 4. The Sun Also Rises was written by which American author? 5. What is the official currency of Thailand? 6. In which city was Anne Frank hidden for much of WWII? 7. Which company has just bought Nokiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mobile phone business?

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1. More deserving 5. Movement 7. Written passage 8. Omit (5,3) 9. Early fetus 12. Motorway 15. Commanded 19. Multiplication lists 21. Pessimistic 22. Latin American island 23. Swamp grass 24. Strains

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mind matters

Tuesday 24 September 2013

ÂŠ Joanne Madeline Moore 2013

Use the power of your clever Capricorn mind to work smarter, rather than harder. But donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe everything a well-meaning neighbour or relative tells you â&#x20AC;&#x201C; they may be way off the mark. And is it time to give a fairweather friend the flick? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to surround yourself with people who boost your confidence; promote your talents; and encourage your dreams.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s equinox week when day and night are equal plus the sun shifts into the sign of Libra. So itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to bring more harmony into your busy world. Try to make your professional/personal life more balanced plus â&#x20AC;&#x201C; in relationships â&#x20AC;&#x201C; strive to get the ratio right between giving and taking. On the weekend, calm cooperation will get you a lot further than feisty fireworks!

Crabs can be slow-moving and over-cautious but Jupiter gives you a fantastic energy boost on Friday, so donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t waste it. Make time to do the things you love â&#x20AC;&#x201C; like cooking, gardening, craftwork, DIY projects or having a relaxing massage. On Saturday, try approaching an old problem in an innovative new way. Confidence is the key to a successful week.

The sun shifts into your sign until October 23 so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to sparkle and shine. Work worries will temporarily fly out the window, as Venus and Jupiter bless employment opportunities and workplace relations. Utilise your substantial Libran charms to get where you want to go. Others are taking notice of what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing so make sure youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re putting on a good show.

Your greatest asset is your Taurean tenacity, so use it to your advantage. But remember thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a fine line between being persistent and just being plain stubborn! Fridayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Venus/Jupiter trine is fortuitous for love, work, travel, finances and friendships. If you have to make an important decision, gather as much relevant information as possible. Knowledge is power.

Lions love to be waited on and pampered manual labor and daily chores definitely arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t your favorite things. But this week, if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not pulling your weight at home, then family members or housemates will be quick to point out your shortcomings. Perhaps itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to re-negotiate the domestic roster, as you get your hands dirty and some sweat on your brow?

Saturn is sending obstacles your way and challenging your Scorpio sanity but hang in there! As birthday great F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote â&#x20AC;&#x153;Never confuse a single defeat with a final defeat.â&#x20AC;? Trying to coerce or control others could lead to confrontation on Friday, so step back and reassess the situation. Use your powerful Pluto energy to influence people in positive ways.

Many Aquarians will receive a welcome professional boost via a promotion, bonus or new job, but you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get it for nothing. The pay-off is longer hours, more stressful working conditions or extra responsibilities. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not in paid employment, you may be approached to do some volunteer work. Make sure itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re really passionate about.

Twins love to chat but can you walk your talk? This weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stars encourage you to pluck creative ideas from the thought plane, and then put them into practice in the real world. Be inspired by Bruce Springsteen born on September 23 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Talk about a dream, then try to make it real.â&#x20AC;? Wednesday and Thursday are your best days as you communicate, network and multi-task to the max.

The power of the group is on your side as you chat and collaborate; mix and mingle. But avoid being uncharacteristically hasty â&#x20AC;&#x201C; if you take short-cuts, then youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll just end up having to do everything twice. Thursday and Friday favour communication, commerce, sales, education, research and all forms of social media. With your finger on the pulse, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be unstoppable!

Your positive attitude and sunny smile make you extra popular this week. So itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a super time to socialise, network, entertain or call in an old favour. Be inspired by Sagittarians like Bruce Lee, Walt Disney and Tina Turner, who have influenced others via their talent, energy, enthusiasm and powerful personalities. The weekend is fabulous for catching up with family and friends.

Dynamic Mars is shining a bright spotlight on your daily routine. Are you spending too many hours sitting on your Piscean posterior? Perhaps you could do some research on stand-up desks, or slot more exercise into your schedule? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a wonderful weekend to spend some quality time with a child or teenager, but a financial matter may head off in an unexpected direction.

REMEMBER Blue Ribbon Day â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 29 September

! " # $%&'( " " )(* Remember our fallen Police men and women.

Come in and see Craig and his team at

2/32 Bell St Torquay 5261 2774

Donate to help build Emergency Medical Hospital facilities that are their living memorials at www.remember.org.au

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Tuesday 24 September 2013

BOOK REVIEW WITH GREAT ESCAPE BOOKS The Bone Season

The Gallery of Vanished Husbands by Natasha Solomons

THIS has been the big new fabulous sci-fi to emerge this year out of Britain. The Bone Season is set in 2059 where the Rephaim have arrived after a tear in the heavens released them. The Rephaim are a mythical eternal race that treat humans like chattel, but nevertheless protect them from far darker and more savage forces. Britain has become a repressive locked down police state. Young Paige Mahoney â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a human â&#x20AC;&#x201C; is a voyant. She possesses extra sensory abilities to enter peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s minds, to twist and enter their dreamscape and potentially send them to the brink of madness and beyond. To escape both the Rephaim and the police she disappears from civilised society â&#x20AC;&#x201C; dropping out of school she joins Jaxon Hallâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gang of voyants who, although complete sociopaths, survive under his care and live their own way, by their own rules. The novel really takes off when she is captured by the outer worldly Rephaim and comes under the exclusive tutelage of the most powerful and fearsome Rephaim of them all, Arcturus. With complicated politics, Hebrew references and a glossary of terms that canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be Googled, this is a grown up version of The Hunger Games. Due to be part of a seven book series, The Bone Season will leave you wishing for more.

JULIET Montague is a beautiful young mother of two children whose husband George has mysteriously vanished with her bank account and worse still, a much loved portrait of her as young girl. Devastated, she holds her family together with strength and pride. But it is the late 1950s and she is in a traditional English Jewish community, which has strict taboos on the behaviour of abandoned women. Slowly she feels that she is starting to disappear, to literally vanish from the landscape. While saving each day for a new refrigerator, on the day of her birthday, as she goes off to replace her old meat safe, she decides to treat herself to a visit of her favourite art gallery, as she does adore art and all things beautiful. Wandering through an artistâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s colony on the way to the gallery, she spies a stunning portrait of a young girl. It costs 21 guineas â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the same amount of money as the refrigerator. Does she dare to spend every last cent on a piece of art? In a moment of impulsiveness she offers to buy the piece, but the petulant artist refuses to sell. Instead he offers to paint her portrait for the same amount, never having seen a face like hers before. Little does he know that at the age of 21, he is about to paint the masterpiece of his career. The Gallery of Vanished Husbands is a fabulous novel; I have barely touched the tip of all it has to offer. Read it and become lost in the world of Juliet.

by Samantha Shannon

Published by Bloomsbury RRP: $29.99 Review by Nicole Maher @ Great Escape Books

Published by Hachette RRP: $29.99 Review by Nicole Maher @ Great Escape Books

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Tuesday 24 September 2013

Putty time for 20 years of Bellarine Adventure Golf BY TIFFANY PILCHER

Bellarine Adventure Golf is celebrating their 20th birthday by holding a big birthday bash for their customers on Sunday.

BELLARINE Adventure Golf has been the region’s favourite mini golf destination for 20 years, and to celebrate they’re throwing a birthday party for all their customers on Sunday. Guests are invited to enjoy a complimentary sausage sizzle and free pony rides from Bellarine Pony Parties and Bellarine Adventure Golf’s mascot, Puttsie, will be giving out spot prizes. Visitors are invited to dress in their best golfing gear with even more prizes up for grabs for the best dressed. Putters will receive 20 per cent discount to play on the day and 20 per cent of the day’s green fees will be donated to Give Where You Live who work to alleviate disadvantage within the Geelong community. “We wanted to give back to the community and say thank you for having us for the last 20 years!” co-owner Sarah Webb, whose parents built the course with two other local families, said. “It’s going to be a fun day and everyone is welcome, even if you don’t want to use the course come along for the sausage sizzle and a pony ride.” Bellarine Adventure Golf is set among flowering gardens complete with creeks and waterfalls and Indigenous wildlife with two courses to challenge and entertain visitors. For putters who dare, The Mill course uses innovative vacuum systems to propel player’s balls up to two stories high and land where they least expect them. Multilevel greens, tricky water hazards and sticky sand traps will test even the best putter’s skills. Bellarine Adventure Golf’s 20th birthday party will be held at 1,540 Bellarine Highway, Wallington on September 29 from 10am to 5pm. Visit bellarineadventuregolf.com for more information.

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A happy stallholder at last year’s show.

Two fearless show-goers take on the sky high rides at last year’s Royal Geelong Show.

This year’s show will feature a young farmer’s challenge.

Super savings for Geelong Show BY TIFFANY PILCHER

Bendigo Bank farmyard, Izuzu DMAX heroes, a bull ride, young farmer’s challenge, monster trucks, fireworks and more. Family saver packs are available for $70 providing a saving of $15, and includes admission for two adults and up to three children. Adult saver packs are available for $40 providing a saving of $10. Students and concession card holders can also enjoy saving with the student/concession saver packs

IT’S time to get excited for all the fun and festivity of the Royal Geelong Show with early bird saver tickets now available for purchase. The show will be on from October 17 to 20 with rides, games and entertainment for the whole family. There will also be a showcase of agricultural competitions and activities including Harry’s

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which are available for $30 providing a saving of $12. Ride fans can also purchase a ride ticket pack for $25 with a saving of $5. Packs include one admission ticket and one sheet of 30 ride tickets. Royal Geelong Show executive officer Jacqui Patmore said they are delighted to partner once again with Australia Post to provide Geelong residents with the opportunity to pre-purchase their show saver

packs at a discounted rate. “We have been very conscious of keeping pricing low for this year’s show in light of recent economic hardships. “These discounts represent great value, and allow families to pre-plan their visit to the show.” Show saver packs are only available for a limited time. To find an Australia Post ticket outlet or to buy yours online head to royalgeelongshow.org.au.

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See board, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get bored at Surf World THERE is plenty on offer for young grommets out of the water these school holidays with a number of exciting exhibits at Surf World Museum in Torquay. Museum curator Craig Baird said an historic board recently recovered from a Torquay backyard was one of the highlights. Also of interest is three of surf legend Mark Richardsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; iconic colourful superman wetsuits that have appeared on magazine covers and

contest podiums. Mr Bird said other new things to see were two historic surf boards ridden at Bells in the famous big waves of the 1981 Easter competition; friction free experimental finless surfboards from Derek Hyndâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s personal collection; and, vision in the Hall of Fame (HOF) of the 2013 Surfing Awards including Stephanie Gilmoreâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s induction into the HOF and the top 10 influential surfers of the last 50 years.

Artists with their wild and wacky bunyip art at the National Wool Museum.

Crafty bunyips and pirates BY TIFFANY PILCHER THE National Wool Museum will be overrun with pint-sized pirates and bunyips during their interactive school holiday program. The first week of activities will explore pirates and the high seas and the second week will be filled with stories and activities based on the elusive bunyip. During pirate week, there will be a different storytelling session each day and craft sessions to make a pirate hat, treasure chest, peg doll box car or build a pirate ship from popsicle sticks. There will be plenty more stories for bunyip week and activities including making bunyip

Jacobâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ladders and box monsters, knitting bunyip monsters and a special art workshop to make wearable bunyip arms. All mini pirates and bunyips are invited to come along and bring their imaginations to explore the wonderful world of mythology. The program will run on weekdays from September 23 to October 4 at the National Wool Museum, 26 Moorabool Street, Geelong. Entry is $7.50 for adults, $6 for concession card holders, $4 for children and family and group and school discounts are available. For the full schedule visit geelongaustralia. com.au/nwm and for more information call 5272 4701 or email nwminfo@geelongcity. vic.gov.au. (L-R) Mark Richard's wetsuit display at Surf World. The vintage board discovered in Barrie and Diana's backyard.

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Young gun photographer takes top prize BY TIFFANY PILCHER UP-AND-coming photographer Angus McGee has shown skill far beyond his 11 years to beat out hundreds of entrants and win the Capture Winter at Queenscliff Harbour photo competition this month. The competition was judged by Bellarine Times and Surf Coast Times photographer Michael Chambers who was unaware of the winner’s age until after he was chosen. “By using simple toning of the sky, the eye is allowed to enjoy the shapes of the boat, fisherman and seawall without conflict,” Mr Chambers said of the photo.

“It satisfied all criteria by bringing in a local boat, a man fishing with a coat on to imply winter and the sea wall of Queenscliff Harbour. “The photographer shows understanding of exposure control.” As the dual winner of the major prize and the student competition, Angus has won $500 cash and $300 for his school, Point Lonsdale Primary School. His father Travis said Angus is self taught after discovering a love of photography at a very early age. “Since he could pick up a camera he has taken an interest in photography.

(L-R) Angus McGee’s winning entry in the Queenscliff Harbour photo competition.

“He’s very much into drawing and different kinds of art so he’s developed a good eye, but he put in a lot of hard work to get that shot. “We went up there for two nights and three days to see the harbour in different light at different times of day and took hundreds of photos.” Angus has used the prize money to purchase a GoPro action camera to expand his skills and take photos while snorkelling with his dad these school holidays. Aaron Habgood and Lachlan Manley took out the competition’s second and third prize respectively.

Queenscliff Harbour general manager Sean Blackwood congratulates Angus McGee on winning their Capture Winter photo competition earlier this month. Photo: MICHAEL CHAMBERS

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School’s out! Torquay College pupils tell us how they’re spending their school holidays, with highlights including movies, the beach, and horse riding. Hamish Renfrey

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It will be my birthday so I’m going to the movies.

I’m going to the beach to go surfing.

I want to play games with my friends and my mum.

I’m going to the theme parks in Queensland.

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Maya Malone

Paige Evans

Tom Richards

I’m going to my cousin’s house in Melbourne and to Port Fairy to see my pa.

I’m going horse riding at Blazing Saddles. It will be my first time on a horse instead of a pony.

I’m going to play with my friend Annika.

I’m going to Sydney for three sleeps and I’m going to go to the beaches there.

Plenty of School Holiday activities in Geelong AS WE approach the halfway mark of the spring school holidays, many parents will no doubt be on the hunt for activities to entertain the kids for another week. The City of Greater Geelong has made it easy for parents by planning several fun events across their facilities and services. On the Bellarine, the Potato Shed will be staging their school holiday show once again, telling a modern tale of Cinderella, for more information see

geelongaustralia.com.au/potatoshed. Geelong Libraries has a range of varying activities including story times, magazine mosaics and stamp making, so check in with your local library to register. Plus there is plenty going on in Central Geelong, with a large activities list ranging from crafts, treasure hunts, a butterfly enclosure and a fitness session, there is something to suit all interests. Lunch times are always busy in the city, with

local performers in Little Malop Street Central playing weekdays, accompanied by free activities including free cartoon portrait sittings and giant games, to name a few. To find out more about what is happening in Central Geelong, visit centralgeelong. com.au. The National Wool Museum is hosting two weeks of themed activities, with week one all about Pirates and the next about Bunyips. Children will enjoy the Bunyip art workshop, Pirate treasure hunt, and take

home activities which include pirate hats, box cars, treasure chests and toys. Bookings may be required for some of these activities, so please get in early and visit the website, geelongaustralia.com.au/nwm. Kids that love the outdoors will enjoy learning about the flying creatures at the Geelong Botanic Gardens. The Up in the Air school holiday program includes many informative activities and bookings can be made on geelongaustralia.com.au/gbg.

What’s On in October? MARIA TAKOLANDER: THE DOUBLE WEDNESDAY 9 OCTOBER | 6:30 – 8:00PM BELMONT LIBRARY Hear Maria speak about her short stories set against backgrounds ranging from rural Australia to Northern Europe and beyond, from the dark past of the Soviet era to a terrifying vision of the near future.

PROFESSOR MICHAEL BERK: CAN WE PREVENT DEPRESSION? WEDNESDAY 16 OCTOBER | 6:30 – 8:00PM WAURN PONDS LIBRARY This is a thought-provoking insight into depression by Professor Michael Berk, leading mental health researcher and current Alfred Deakin Chair of Psychiatry at Deakin University.

DR PETER VUILLERMIN: EARLY LIFE ORIGINS OF COMMON ILLNESSES THURSDAY 24 OCTOBER | 6:30 – 8:00PM WAURN PONDS LIBRARY Join Peter for a fascinating look at the research being conducted by the Barwon Infant Study into how to provide babies with a healthy start in life. Learn about the potential relevance of modern environmental factors in the development of a range of common conditions.

TONY PARK: THE PREY MONDAY 28 OCTOBER | 10:00 – 11:30AM BELMONT LIBRARY Tony’s gripping adventure novels set in the African heartland have thrilled audiences around the world. Join us for morning tea as Tony discusses the story behind his new book.

CELEBRATING SENIORS 8 – 29 OCTOBER | VARIOUS LOCATIONS Pick up a copy of What’s on at the Library - Spring to see the full program of events especially for seniors.

Find out about school holiday activities for children and youth. Visit our website or any library branch for further details. All events are FREE unless otherwise speciﬁed. Bookings essential: online www.grlc.vic.gov.au or by phone 5272 6010.

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Caddy’s walk for a cause BY TIFFANY PILCHER WHILE most people will spend January 1 sleeping off the previous night, local tradie Josh Caddy will be hitting the road for a marathon walk from Jan Juc to Mildura. The 600 kilometre walk will take Mr Caddy 12 days. He will average 50 kilometres each day and camp along the way. After recently undergoing a knee reconstruction and rehabilitation through Barwon Health, he’s hoping to raise at least $10,000 for Barwon Health’s Andew Love Cancer Centre on his walk. “Barwon Health assisted me greatly with everything I needed for my knee reconstruction and the Andrew Love Cancer Centre looked after a close family friend who had cancer so I wanted to help out wherever I could,” he said. Mr Caddy has been training by running and walking 40 kilometres every weekend and hopes to progress to walking 50 kilometres every Saturday and Sunday before he leaves. It currently takes him eight hours to walk 50 kilometres but on the way to Mildura he will also be towing a buggy with his clothing, food, water and camping equipment weighing 25 kilograms. He is confident he will be able to tackle the challenge completing the 100 kilometre Oxfam Trailwalker event earlier in the Dandenong Ranges this year. “I really enjoyed the Oxfam walk so when it was over I started planning another

one straight away. “It was a good way to switch off from work and just take time to think. “A lot of people tell me I’m crazy but I think it’s a lot of fun actually, I just pop in my iPod and off I go.” A number of fundraising events will be held in the lead up to the walk including a live music and silent auction event at Odyssey Tavern and Brewery on November 17. Head to mycause.com.au/page/ caddyswalk4cancer for more details and to donate to Caddy’s Walk for Cancer.

Josh Caddy is preparing to back his buggy and set off on a massive 600 kilometre walk from Jan Juc to Mildura on New Year’s Day to raise money for the Andrew Love Cancer Centre.

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Step out to support those with cystic fibrosis BY ALI DEANE THE Jury family will be wearing their red shirts with pride and hope next month when they hit the start line for the inaugural Great Strides Walkathon Geelong. Thanks to a great idea, a lot of hard work, and support from cystic fibrosis (CF) Victoria the three and six kilometre fun run/walk at Barwon Valley Park on October 13 will not only spread awareness of the chronic health

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SANE tackles stigma at global meeting SANE Australia made a presentation last week at a groundbreaking global meeting to reduce the stigma associated with mental illness. The presentation was about the stigma attached to mental illness. A statement from SANE Australia said imagine being refused entry to a museum or being barred from your local swimming pool or park. Then imagine itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s because you have a mental illness. SANE chief executive officer Jack Heath said

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Duffus and Dagg dominate Surf Coast Century run ENTRIES doubled for the Surf Coast Century over the weekend with 600 people lining up to take on the massive 100 kilometre ultra marathon. The event was held for the second time on Saturday with 200 solo runners and 400 relay team members tackling the spectacular figure eight Surf Coast trail, starting and finishing in Anglesea. Queenslander Ben Duffus rocketed through the finish line in a time of 8:28:14 to take out the men’s title while New Zealander Whitney Dagg outshone the Aussies to win the solo women’s division in 9:33:20. “I wasn’t sure how I’d go on the course today, but I just concentrated on my own race and tried not to get psyched-out with the calibre of athletes in the field.” Duffus said. “I felt good for most of the day, before the legs started burning around the 60 kilometre mark and that final leg on the soft said was absolutely brutal.” In the women’s solo field, Dagg was all class as she smashed the course in blistering time. “That was an awesome run, a friend of mine from New Zealand told me about the race with its great single track and undulating hills, so I thought yeah that sounds quite cool. “I loved the entire course because it had a bit of everything – single track through the trees and hopping over rocks were my favourite parts.” Campbell Maffett, Joel Fitzgerald, Ryan Twist and Aidan Rich of team Love the Run took out the relay team title, smashing the course record in 7:37:51.

Surf Coast Century individual winners Whitney Dagg and Ben Duffus.

Relay runner Jake Ward powers through the scenic Aireys Inlet leg of the Surf Coast Century 100 kilometre ultra marathon course on Saturday. Photo: PETER MARSHALL

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FROM THE WITH TORQUAY BOWLS CLUB

WITH just a couple of weeks to go before the start of the Saturday pennant season on October 5, the club is getting into serious practice mode. We have had hit-outs with Anglesea and Bareena over the past couple of weeks, and our top players also were involved in a round-robin at the weekend. This year we have teams in divisions 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and 10 of Saturday competition, which offers the best opportunity we have had in years for strengthening teams without serious standard gaps in the divisions. We are happily in the position of having several more of our twilighters taking the plunge into pennant this year and it makes for a quite realistic advancement route for younger bowlers to prove their worth with a gradual jump in the quality of opposition. The club needs this infusion of fresh blood to take over from some of the older players who are looking for less stress and more social enjoyment from their Saturdays. Our first big day of the season is the monthly first-Wednesday event which is filled again despite the somewhat Spartan facilities we are enduring in the “Big Top”. The club also now has resumed communications with the wider world. The number to call in case of emergencies is 0457 426 608. There will be limited times anyone is available to answer the calls, so if it is a routine matter please contact one of the club’s office-bearers. If you only want to enter your name for a bowls game, the sheets are now located just inside the greens gate under the first shelter to the left, and please shut the cupboard doors when you are finished or there is every chance the sheets will end up on the Ninety Mile Beach. The phone will be locked away when the office is not occupied. Another phone number has been allocated for individuals or groups wanting to reserve rinks for social roll-ups and for the use of the clubhouse when the redevelopment is complete. The number is 0427 426 608 and is held by Helen Haeberle– not to be used for day-to-day bowls matters.

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FISHING REPORT ANGLESEA Reports of the odd snapper close inshore Lorne Pier is still seeing some good fishing with couta and salmon continuing to be caught Plenty of salmon continue to be caught along the coast. 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.

APOLLO BAY Salmon and mullet off the beaches Bream and mullet in the river King George and grass whiting in the harbour Small mulloway caught in the Barham River last week and a larger one caught in the Aire River. 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.

BARWON HEADS Barwon River is producing some trevally Still some salmon and a few snapper are being caught offshore.

TORQUAY Salmon are still being caught off local beaches Reports of early snapper continue by those out fishing in boats Spring Creek is reasonably quiet but some large bream have been caught. 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.

QUEENSCLIFF St Leonards is still seeing some whiting and the odd squid Swan Bay is still producing plenty of garfish Point Lonsdale has reports of salmon and garfish The White Lady continues to produce whiting and squid as well as some salmon In the creek, trevally and salmon seem to still be the mainstay of most catches.

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TODAY I find myself thinking back on the legend that surrounds two locals who supposedly placed a number of sticks of gelignite under the stone wall across the Anglesea River mouth about 40 years ago in an attempt to blow it up. Unfortunately, they were only partially successful and now here we are still trying to complete what they started all those years ago. Whether it is myth or fact, it still makes for a great story and illustrates that people care for the health of the river. Now, the Surf Coast Shire has made another attempt and in the process has discovered more of the wall remains than they initially thought. Approximately 20 metres of the wall has now been removed by the contractors but the wall continues further under the sand than was anticipated. The distance between both banks is approximately 80 metres and the stone wall was originally built from bank to bank. Up until now, the shire believed only a section of the wall remained. No one fully understood how much of the wall still lay beneath the sand or even how it had been constructed, as no comprehensive records remained from the old shire showing the specs of the wall. The amount of wall found in these excavations has surprised many. One thing is for certain, the council acknowledges now that more of the wall remains than they initially believed. The council’s commitment to the removal of the wall, I believe, is still as strong as ever. The removal of the rock wall alone will not in itself resolve all the problems the Anglesea River faces, but it is a step in the right direction. The removal, in hand with other projects by various government departments (like the re-snagging of the river and investigations into how best to deal with acidic flows), will eventually help improve the river and make for a more healthy productive system. It worth noting in the recent national report by the Fisheries Research and Development Corporation that the Anglesea River has been sighted as one of Victoria’s major estuary systems that is in need of immediate attention and support. There is no doubt that the rock wall has affected the health of the river The wall’s construction changed the face of the Anglesea River and, combined with other issues like flooding of the peat fields, changing water flows, the introduction of commercial activities and high acidic flows, impacted negatively on the river system. Photos: If you have some real catches you want to send in, please forward them to the email address below, with type of fish, weight, length, location and your name. I am more than happy to place your photos in My Big Catch or online. Email photos to mybigcatch@bigpond.com.

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Tuesday 24 September 2013

ANGLESEA GOLF CLUB THE Anglesea ladies are back on the circuit, this week competing at Point Lonsdale in their open event. The team of Ros Holland, Helen Stewart and Ann Stokes came home with the Perpetual Shield with three very handy rounds of stroke and an aggregate score of 222. Ros was the winner of the B Grade gross event with 93 and Helen runner up with 95, and Ann won one of the NTPs. It was Helen’s birthday and I’m told she was as happy as dog with three tails! That’s one for the imagination. At home on Thursday, we had the finals of the singles knockout for the ladies and all three matches were decided on the 17th hole. Margot Parton won the Division 1 defeating Nancye Warhurst, Janice Calvert won Division 2 defeating Helen Stewart and Liz Burgess won Division 3 defeating Maralyn Cross. Well done to all the finalists. For those that haven’t seen the Footy Tipping Results, I can report that our winner this year was Jimpy ‘the Boy Wizard’ Shears, and he was in front from the very first round to the last – obviously using those magical powers!

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points. NTP winners were Tony Speed, Philip Warne, Keith Turner and Peter Hester. The ladies played Par on Thursday and the scores improved from last week. Winners were Ann Stokes in Division 1 with 1 up, Barb Cook in Division 2 with 2 up and Alanna Boston in Division 3 with 3 down. NTP winners were Dee Stewart, Sue Britnell, Janice Pekin and Alanna Boston.

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We had a stableford event for the men on Wednesday, and they did have to contend with a bit of rain late in the day. Winners were Tony Speed in A grade with 39 points, Ray Heathcote in B grade with 41 points – the best score for the day, Howard Cross in C grade with 34 points and Cyril Leith in the Seniors with 37

Another stableford round for Saturday and with great weather and a drying course, there were no excuses for bad golf. Winners were Anthony Favaloro in A grade with 41 points, Wayne McIntyre in B grade with 40 points, Paul Stratham in C grade with 39 points, and Liz Dickens in the ladies with 34 points. The men made yet another clean sweep on the NTPs, with winners Keith Turner, Tommy Midolo, John Mooney and Sandy Talbot. It was back to Par for Sunday and a slightly damper course after the overnight rain. Our winners were Anthony Ivelja with the best score of the day, 5 up, in A grade, Ron Washington in B grade with 1 up, Christian Jakob in C grade with 2 up and Marilyn Armstrong in the ladies with 3 down. NTP winners were Brent McDonald, Jill Dilger, Peter Hester and Ann Stokes. Don’t forget – open week entry forms are available now at the clubhouse and on the web. Get your forms in early.

THE Torquay golf club hosted The Sands ladies on Tuesday for the yearly Sands V Torquay annual challenge cup. Our course was a little heavy underfoot from all the rain and the girls struggled on some holes to find a dry spot. All that being said The Sands girls triumphed over Torquay by 3 points to take the cup home for the fourth time, well done to The Sands. Torquay was too good in the grades competition though with all winners going to our ladies. A grade winner Gill Patten scored 37 points. Merle Whitnall shot 35 points to take out B grade and for C grade Lyn Delmenico had 37 points. NTPs Dee Matheson, Marg Joyner, Lyn Delmenico and Cheryl Collings (TSGC). June Laidler hit a super shot to take out the jackpot hole. Wednesday, the heavens opened up, not only with torrential rain but lightning and thunder, quite a few of the men got caught in the rather large and now cozy toilet on the 16th hole. The photos will be on our website soon! Little did we know you could get so many men in that space. Alas for all those that did get to finish their round the competition was cancelled as the course was unplayable in the afternoon. Unfortunate for all the players that had good scores in the morning but all players must be able to finish their rounds. Friday, Alan Tompkin took out the men’s Stableford competition with a solid 40 points. The ladies winner with 34 points was Lyn Delmenico.

NTPs Tom Lock, Colin Shoesmith and Lyn Delmenico. Rob Young hit the jackpot. Saturday, John Evans won A grade with a super plus 6, but B grade winner Peter Kaan had an even more impressive score with plus 11, well done Peter as we have not seen such a good card for a while. C grade was taken out by Herb Hertaeg also with a super plus 6. Roy Ball a newcomer to the seniors finished on top this week with plus 3. The ladies winner back from holidays with a lovely Queensland glow was Ronnie Beacom with minus 1. NTPs Luke Rogan, Dean Lucas, Michael Lunney, Doug Young, Kevin McDonald and Ainsley McCallum. Alec Ingles with a great shot early won the jackpot. Sunday in what turned out to be a beautiful day Matt Kofoed won the mixed competition with 41 points. NTPs David Hughes and Warren Gaunt. Richard McKinnes got the jackpot and Greg Dennis scored an eagle on the 11. AFL grand final day this Saturday and our members will have a shotgun start at 8am. As usual, the field is full as most members will be glued to their TVs in the afternoon to watch the big game. The golf shop will still be open and times are available for a game of golf after 12.30pm. Come and play 18 holes for only $20 (RACV Members) or $25 (Non-Members) after 12pm on Mondays and Thursdays. Excludes public holidays and December-February.

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THE SANDS TORQUAY LADIES THURSDAY: There was a strong field for the qualifying of The Sands 4BBB knockout with the top 8 teams going through to the next round. The winners of the day were Ritva Harley and Judy Hodgkins on a count back from Marina Johnson and Marianne Bridgart both with 41 points. Nearest the pin was Jenni Cottrill on the 5th and Christine Brackin on the137th. Saturday Stableford: Christine Brackin blew the field away with a sensational score of 44 points to win the day’s event from Carol McDonald with 37 points the runner up.

MEN’S Wednesday Stableford: What a weird day beautiful conditions early before the heavens opened up. It was Charlie Celi who took the honours with 38 points narrowly holding off a pack of players on 37 points. It was Leighton Bullock who grabbed the runner-up prize after the count back. The NTP on the 5th and the 13th was Geoff Proposch. Saturday Stableford: The winner of A grade was Rod Brooker with a great score of 38 points and the runner up was Phil Eltringham with 36 points. While in B grade it was Leigh Downey taking the honours with 38 points to narrowly edge out John 2 Sands Boulevarde, Torquay Clubhouse: 5264 3333 Pro Shop: 5264 3307

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MEDLEYS Tuesday 9 Hole Stableford: Peter Cox was the winner with 18 points on a count back from Richard Fearon also with 18 points. Sunday Stableford: Charlie Repcak ran out the winner on this fine day with 33 points. Black Tee: Early rain but cleared up to be a great day Ben Tonner won with 33 points from Peter Neilson on 32. Longest drive Ben Toner on the 16th and NTP went to Scott McAuley

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PORTARLINGTON GOLF CLUB THE South Western District Ladies have won the State Div 1 Title at this year’s Country Week. This is the first time in 10 years the girls have won the title! Lead by Captain Jenny Edmanson, the girls played 36 Holes at Long Island, and two days later the 18 holes at Peninsula to take out the title. The club would like to congratulate all the girls, and in particular Portarlington’s own Jenny Edmanson and Ange Foott. Well done girls.

Results Saturday 14 September, Mens Stroke, Monthly Medal, 160 players In superb conditions and a large field fitting for the event, I was very fortunate to have one of those rare lucky days we all dream about to win my first ever monthly medal, with a nett 66. The special bubbly that has been in the cellar waiting a long time for this day was finally cracked open! I was just one shot clear of Frank Carter on 67 and Bob Stoward on 68. A Grade: Bob Stoward(10) 68 from Gavin. Whyley(5) 71. B Grade: Frank Carter(13) 67 from Mel Lusher(14) 71. C Grade: Rob Casey(19) 66, from Clive Allinson(21) 72. D Grade: Rodney Allen(25) 70 from Barry Leonard (25) 72.

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good nett 71 to take out trophy of the day and A Grade honours from Bev Munis (18) on 72. B Grade went to Sue Gregory (27) with a 74 from Carmel Scarff (34) on 75.

Tuesday 17 September Mens 4BBB, 114 players Another beautiful day for our teams event, which for some strange reason, does not get the support that the individual events get. However, many members would love to see more of them. We had five pairs with the great score of 9 up, so on a count back, the winners were Matt Salter and Stephen Janson from Rob Parry and Bill Leary, then past and present chief executive officers, Ron Stockdale and Jim Trevillian. NTPs went to Ian Fulton, Steve Cole and John Bowman.

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A big field saw Chris Trezise and Judith Webber came home on our guest day to clearly win the event with an incredible 47 points. They were followed by Mary Menzel and Judith Doherty on 43, then Heather Perkins and Jacki Vietri on 42. Pro Pins on the 2nd went to Janet Barras (A) and Marge Wall (B).

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Buller bike festival Meeting of the Tribes BY ALI DEANE A NEW cycling festival is set to lure cyclists of all kinds to the spectacular trails of Mount Buller over Melbourne Cup long weekend in November, thanks to local cycle touring company Peloton Tours. The Meeting of the Tribes highlight event is the Mt Buller Uphill, a challenging 16.5 kilometre race from Mirimbah National Park Gates to the Mt Buller village. The weekend also offers events for teams, social rides, tours and a Cycling Film Festival. The festival is designed to bring all types of riders together, and director Iain Lygo said it doesn’t matter if you are an elite cyclist, cafe racer, downhill mountain biker, or inner city hipster, the Meeting of the Tribes has something for all people on two wheels. The Mount Buller Uphill is entirely uphill and includes a full road closure, with prizes across multiple divisions. The most coveted division will be the mixed teams event, with the lowest aggregate time for a road biker, mountain biker, and fixed gear/retro cyclist. Cycling club bragging rights will also be on the line. Which club has the best climbers? The club with the five quickest climbers will be

declared the winner. Mr Lygo said the events would be competitive, but mostly social. “You would want to be a strong recreational rider; the idea is to bring those who do the Anaconda and Southern Exposure style of events together.” Meeting of the Tribes is the first of many cycling festivals Mr Lygo wishes to instigate. He said he hopes to take it to other mountains and host three or four events a year. The Cycling Film Festival features a series of short comedy films followed by a documentary on the work of Bikes for Humanity, the festival’s preferred charity partner. The festival also includes social rides, a four-day tour of Victoria’s High Country, and plenty of other cycling-related fun. Peloton Tours will be running a day at Mount Donna Buang or Lake Mountain on October 5 for riders to gauge if they are strong enough and ready for Mount Buller. Secure online bookings and accommodation packages are available now for the Meeting of the Tribes at Mount Buller on November 2-5. Head to pelotontours.com.au to book, and contact 9016 4214 or email rider@pelotontours. com.au for more information.

Cyclists gather at the race starting line before taking on 16.5 kilometres of uphill, you can take it on at the inaugural Meeting of the Tribes at Mount Buller this November. Photo: KIRSTENSIMPSON.COM

Groms lineup BY ALI DEANE GROMMETS across the Surf Coast and Bellarine will be out in force this spring capitalising on longer days and a heap of contests and clinics at our local beaches. The best local junior surfing will be on display next week as girls and boys from 12 and under to 16 go head to head in the Rip Curl Grom Search at Jan Juc. The event that begins on October 3 and runs over three days, gives junior surfers the opportunity to surf their way into the national final later in the year, and the international final during the Rip Curl Pro at Easter. Micro groms get their chance at glory when they hit Ocean Grove in November for stop three of the Wahu Surfer Groms Comps. This series sees surfers aged under 8 and up to 14 experience an introduction to competition, as

well as plenty of fun beach games. The Wahu Surfer Groms Comps are the ideal pathway into competition from the grassroots Vegemite Surfgroms junior development program, in its third year. Regional surf schools will be holding classes, which teach surf skills, conditions and surf etiquette. Also ocean awareness, beach safety, first aid and rescue skills. For more head to surfgroms.com and surfingaustralia.com/vic.

Micro groms like Ethan Huxtable (ABOVE) are gearing up for competitions this season. Photo: LIAM ROBERTSON.

(L-R) The Lorne Dolphins under 15’s premiership side with their flag: Grace Stewart, Emma McFee, Ruby Meredith, Carly Enticott, Ebony DeLima, Mali Gallaher, Mahnee Munro, Sarah Everitt, Bridgette VanDeuren and Dixie Weetman.

Lorne Dolphins dominate in tight final BY ALI DEANE THE Lorne Dolphins under 15s only lost one game this season and they capped it off with a hard fought win in the grand final against Otway Districts recently, 40-33. Most of the team are back-to-back premiers having won the under 13s last year. The one game they lost this season was only by

one point. Coach and A grade player Carly Enticott said she was exceptionally pleased with the girls’ teamwork on the day “It was a hard fought game. “We managed to apply pressure and create turnovers when it really counted. “A fantastic result to top off a very successful year for the girls.” Ruby Meredith was Best on Court.

The Torquay Netball Club rounded off a successful season in which they won four premierships including the A grade flag with their presentation night at the clubrooms on Friday. Best and fairest and best team person winners pictured here are (L-R BACK) Cassie Altimari, Robyn Hepworth, Kendall Lock, Anna Masek, Sarah Cameron, and Meagan Mifsud. (L-R FRONT) Miranda Pritchard, Sarah Bailie-Mace, Carly McKay and Bri Orr. Photo: JOANNA HUMPHRIES

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Torquay hockey club creates tornado BY ALI DEANE IN THEIR first season in the competition, the Torquay Tornadoes Hockey Club has not only clinched a win, a runner-up, and a second spot on the ladder, they’ve also proved they will be one side to watch next season. The Torquay Tornadoes women’s division 2 played their way to a sensational 5-1 victory over the Saints last weekend, to earn them their first senior Premiership and a promotion into division 1. Torquay’s men’s division 1 were very unlucky not to take out the premiership as well, after a 2-2 draw went into extra time, with Newtown scoring a golden goal with just 30 seconds to go. The under 11 team finished second on the ladder in their first season, six players were selected for regional representative teams, one for the junior State side and three have recently been chosen for the Geelong Regional Hockey Academy. “Torquay Tornadoes Hockey Club was playing their first year in the senior competition, so it was

a significant achievement to take the game so far,” Reece Fiddler said “Torquay Hockey Club has really shown the Geelong teams that there are some new players in town and our club is definitely one to watch out for in 2014.” Players wanting to register their interest for the 2014 season should contact Reece on 0401 854 447.

The Torquay Tornadoes Hockey Club shone during finals season, above the division 1 men pause for a group shot with their runners-up flag last weekend.

Torquay Tornadoes women’s division 2 team with their premiership flag after a sensational 5-1 grand final win.

Supreme Surf Coast women win first premiership

The SCFC women’s division 2 team pictured after their dramatic grand final win.

THE Surf Coast Football Club’s women’s division 2 team has taken the premiership for the Geelong region after a thrilling encounter against Breakwater Eagles in the grand final on Saturday. The Coasters clinched a dramatic 5-4 victory at Myers Reserve after two hours of outstanding women’s soccer, which set a new benchmark in the region. The winning goal was netted by captain Heather Gibson in the last few minutes of extra time from a penalty against the Eagles for a hand ball in the box. By then, many of the supporters could barely watch, and the tension around the ground was palpable as she struck the ball low and hard into the back left corner of the net.

Earlier, a brutal encounter between sweeper Sophie Razmara and an Eagles player caused great consternation after Sophie hit the ground hard and briefly lay motionless. But to everyone’s relief, she was back on the pitch after a short break, showing the kind of spirit that she is known and loved for. It was the Surf Coast team’s first premiership and the culmination of five years of hard work by this dedicated team of girls. All the players are only 15 or 16 years old and many of them started playing soccer together as 10-year-olds in the Surf Coast soccer academy. They have made the grand final twice, in 2010 and 2011, but were beaten by Kardinia College on both occasions. Kardinia has dominated this

competition for the last five years. This was the first year Kardinia did not make the grand final, after going down 2-1 to Surf Coast in a hard-fought preliminary final on Kardinia’s home turf. Surf Coast coach Rameen Razmara paid tribute to his players at the prize giving ceremony on Saturday, saying they were a talented group of girls who deserved their victory. “I hope that you will all keep playing soccer because it’s a great sport for young women and some of you have the potential to go much further,” he said. SCFC President Joe Taylor said he was delighted with the historic win and congratulated the girls on flying the club’s colours high in the region.

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