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BY JAMES TAYLOR THE race to the federal election on September 7 has less than two weeks to go, and the political heavyweights came to the Surf Coast last week to support their candidates in Corangamite. Opposition Leader Tony Abbott was the first to arrive in the electorate, visiting Liberal candidate Sarah Henderson in Anglesea to announce the Coalition would fund maintenance on the Great Ocean Road. Prime Minister Kevin Rudd followed suit on Thursday, having a coffee with incumbent MP Darren Cheeseman in Torquay and announcing policies to support small business. Candidates also had the chance for some much-needed TV and radio exposure on the national broadcaster on Monday morning.

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TV program ABC News Breakfast broadcast from the balcony of the RACV Torquay Resort, and host Michael Rowland interviewed Mr Cheeseman and Ms Henderson, as well as Andrew Black from the Nationals. This was followed by an on-location broadcast from 774 ABC Melbourne on Gilbert Street in Torquay, with host Jon Faine putting questions to Mr Cheeseman, Ms Henderson, Mr Black and Lloyd Davies from the Greens. Other local identities to air their views on the radio program included Surf Coast Shire councillors Libby Coker and David Bell, Surf Coast Air Action member Jacinta Morahan, G21 Geelong Region Alliance chairman Ed Coppe and Surf Coast Times director Warick Brown. FULL ELECTION COVERAGE â&#x20AC;&#x201C; PAGES 4-6, 9

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Developers engage BY DEAN WEBSTER THE group behind the proposed redevelopment of the southern side of Gilbert Street Torquay met with local business representatives last week. The Liuzzi Property Group, which has a 40year relationship with Torquay and a substantial investment in Gilbert Street, met with members of Torquay Commerce and Tourism (TCT) to inform them and seek feedback on their proposed redevelopment of the Gilbert Street area. The property group’s director, Alfonso Liuzzi, said the design – which made news last month when

an inaccurate graphic depicting it was published in local media – was far from finalised. The meeting was part of fulfilling their intention to work with the community and council at all stages of the design process. “We value the input from groups like TCT whose members have also invested in the Torquay community. We will continue to engage with them and other stakeholders to ensure we get the best outcomes for the town. “Consultation with local businesses is vitally important and a part of the ongoing process to preserve the integrity of Torquay’s town centre

whilst enhancing its potential for future growth. “Whilst the meeting was pretty informal and cordial, there were many varied questions fielded during the discussion, but we came away with a sense of understanding from the members of what we are trying to achieve for the good of Torquay.” TCT committee member Katrina White said the meeting was a positive step forward. “The Liuzzi group is at very early stages of the visioning/planning process with no confirmed plans,” Ms White said. “They are committed in working with TCT to our

action agenda and vision. “This meeting was a positive outcome and we look forward to continuing to discuss planning around Torquay CBD with the Surf Coast Shire and developers.” Surf Coast Shire councillor Brian McKiterick, a long term advocate for the rejuvenation of the Gilbert Street area, said he was pleased to see the developers engaging with stakeholders. “This proactive response from both the developers and TCT is a great start and I urge these engagement initiatives to continue,” Cr McKiterick said.

Local government stalwart calls it a day BY DEAN WEBSTER SURF Coast Shire’s director of sustainable communities, Dennis Barker, has called it a day after 37 years in local government. Last week, family, friends and colleagues celebrated Mr Barker’s retirement, sending him off with a farewell function in the council chamber. Mr Barker commenced his career in local government in November 1976 at the Shire of Werribee as an accountant, then finance manager, before moving to Bellarine Rural City Council in October 1986 as director of finance/principal accounting officer. He then took up a similar position with the City of Greater Geelong Council in February 1994.

Mr Barker moved to the Surf Coast Shire in February 1996 as business services manager before taking up the role as director of services for the Surf Coast Shire in August 2001. His title changed to director of sustainable communities in August 2005. Mr Barker said he was very proud of what he and the organisation had achieved at the Surf Coast Shire over the last 17 years. “Some of the highlights at Surf Coast that I am proud of are the development of important community sporting infrastructure like the civic and community recreation precinct, the upgrading of our local sporting clubs and environmental planning.” He also said he been involved in many challenging issues and projects like the RACV

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Prime Minister puts Torquay in prime time BOOKING DEADLINES BY JAMES TAYLOR

WHERE the Prime Minister goes, the TV cameras are not far behind, and the eyes of the nation turned to Torquay when Kevin Rudd visited on Thursday. Mr Rudd took a walk along The Esplanade with Corangamite Federal MP Darren Cheeseman and his family. The group was briefly interrupted by Nemo, a protestor from the Australian Youth Climate Commission, but pressed on to Front Beach Café. After a quick coffee, Mr Rudd held a press conference with Minister for Small Business Gary Gray to announce changes to Labor’s paid parental leave and superannuation clearing house polices.

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Speaking exclusively to the Surf Coast Times at Café Moby afterwards, Mr Rudd backed Mr Cheeseman to win in Corangamite and said Labor’s National Broadband Network (NBN) would be crucial not only for the electorate but also for Australia.

“The NBN will be connected to 5060 per cent of the country by the next election. “It will create economic opportunities we haven’t even imagined yet. “I think it’s a human right. It’s like having access to a postal service, a telephone service, or electric light.” Mr Cheeseman said funding new services and infrastructure were critical. “As the local member for the area since 2007 I have worked very hard to bring new projects to the region, including more than $6 million for

Banyul-Warri Fields and Spring Creek Pavilion. “Just recently I announced that Labor will help fund a new skate park and an additional international quality soccer pitch at Banyul-Warri Fields. “Children’s services are critical for our region and last week I announced $3.25 million to help build a brand new children’s hub, which will cater for 90 childcare places and new kinder rooms and play area for your toddlers. “If re-elected on September 7, I will continue to bring the services and community facilities our growing region needs.”

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(L-R) Darren Cheeseman, Therese Rein, Kirsty Cheeseman with son Noah, and Prime Minister Kevin Rudd with the Cheesemans’ other son Isaac walk towards Front Beach Café and a waiting media pack. INSET: Prime Minister Kevin Rudd hands over a coffee he made at Front Beach Café last week.

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Great Ocean Road announcement warms hearts BY HAMISH BROOKS THE Great Ocean Road received a fillip when Opposition Leader Tony Abbott visited Anglesea last week to commit $25 million to its care should the Coalition form government. On a chilly, windswept morning at the Anglesea lookout, Mr Abbott was joined by Liberal candidate for Corangamite Sarah Henderson, Polwarth state MP and Roads Minister Terry Mulder, and Wannon Federal MP Dan Tehan. Mr Abbott said the Great Ocean Road was one of the most scenic roads in the country. “It is an iconic piece of regional infrastructure, and it urgently needs upgrading in order to boost the local economy, support the tourism industry and improve safety for motorists.” Mr Mulder said the road was nationally significant and the state government would provide an additional $25 million over five years if matched by the federal government, bringing the funding over five

years to $50 million. Ms Henderson said she was delighted that the state government had also committed to $25 million. “This iconic tourist attraction is critical for our regional economy – for jobs, road safety and tourism.” G21 chief executive Elaine Carbines and Geelong Otway Tourism executive director Roger Grant welcomed the Coalition’s announcement but called on Labor to match the promise. “It’s now over to you, Labor. “This is a key issue for such a large section of the electorate of Corangamite,” Ms Carbines said. Works to be undertaken with the funding could include reconstructed road foundations and pavement resurfacing, culvert replacement, improved drainage, pinning of high-risk rock-slip zones and new guard rails. Incumbent Corangamite MP Darren Cheeseman gave no indication his party would match the Coalition’s promise, but has sought to have the road World Heritage listed.

(L-R) Terry Mulder, Sarah Henderson, Tony Abbott and Dan Tehan in Anglesea last week.

Jan Juc SLSC hails $1m Labor pledge BY JAMES TAYLOR

(L-R) Wes McDonald, Jason Scammell, Adam Scammell and Darren Cheeseman with Jan Juc Surf Life Saving Club in the background. Photo: PETER MARSHALL

THE Jan Juc Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) has welcomed an election promise of $1 million from Labor to redevelop its clubhouse. Last week, Corangamite Federal MP Darren Cheeseman said a reelected Rudd government would provide the funds towards the upgrade and expansion of the 50-year-old building off Carnarvon Avenue. The club has prepared a business case for the $5 million project, and is seeking financial support from Surf Life Saving Australia as well as the state and federal governments. Jan Juc SLSC president Wes McDonald said he was delighted by Labor’s announcement. “We are fortunate to enjoy a large proportion of our membership from our local community and as major developments such as Armstrong Creek progress, our existing clubhouse simply cannot cope. “We are also investing significantly each year to

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Funds help to grow agroforestry project BY JAMES TAYLOR MINISTER for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Joel Fitzgibbon has praised the work of Landcare groups in the region while touring the Corangamite electorate last week. Mr Fitzgibbon and Corangamite Federal MP Darren Cheeseman visited a farm in Deans Marsh that was part of the Otway Agroforestry Network (OAN). The network uses federal government funding to design and implement agroforestry, which involves the strategic placement and management of trees and forests on agricultural land with crops and/or livestock. Mr Fitzgibbon said the Rudd government strongly supported Landcare projects and agroforestry

because of the positive role it could play in the future of farming. “Labor created Landcare to help protect our environment and keep the agriculture sector strong. “I am really excited to see organisations like OAN here in the Otways preserving our record as a cutting-edge agricultural nation.” Mr Cheeseman said he was pleased to show Mr Fitzgibbon some of the benefits local farmers were receiving from federal government funding. “Our local farming families are providing an excellent example of how farming for the future can be both environmentally sustainable and economically rewarding.” Mr Fitzgibbon and Mr Cheeseman also met agriculture students and teachers at Deakin University’s Waurn Ponds campus. Torquay Tigers netball players Ali Biram and Aly Brown pass the ball with Darren Cheeseman at Sunday’s funding announcement. Photo: PETER MARSHALL

Labor pledges Spring Creek Reserve upgrades BY JAMES TAYLOR

Liberal party candidate for Corangamite Sarah Henderson and Deputy Opposition Leader Julie Bishop (centre) pose with Liberal Party volunteers in Gilbert Street, Torquay on Saturday. Speaking exclusively to the Surf Coast Times, Ms Bishop said she was with Ms Henderson in the electorate on day one of the campaign and had returned to see how she was going. “I happen to think she’s one of the outstanding candidates of our generation.” Ms Bishop also said suggestions by Labor that a Coalition government would close Medicare Locals were “a desperate lie”, and that the Coalition would soon announce details on its updated Colombo Plan, which would provide scholarships for Australian university students to live and study overseas. Photo: JAMES TAYLOR

LABOR is shooting for the netball vote in Corangamite with a $500,000 pledge towards the construction of a new pavilion and playground for the Torquay Netball Club. Last week, Deputy Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Corangamite Federal MP Darren Cheeseman announced the funding, part of the Liveable Communities program. Mr Cheeseman said the funding would provide a much-needed upgrade for the club and all users of Spring Creek Reserve. “The netball club will be able to construct a new pavilion to support this rapidly growing club. “Labor will contribute $500,000 to the project and the construction of a playground for all users of Spring Creek precinct. “The existing facility is small and has only the one toilet. With the federal funds, the club will be

able to construct a new modern facility for netball players and spectators.” Torquay Netball Club president Laura Cole said the club’s members were very excited about the opportunity. “We look forward to working with all parties to assist in making Spring Creek Reserve a fantastic sporting complex so that our growing local community can enjoy the surrounds for many years to come.” Surf Coast Shire councillor Rose Hodge said the announcement was fantastic news for the club. “The tired old club rooms have been identified by council for replacement and I have been lobbying hard for government funding to make this happen sooner.” “We have recently completed the amazing new football club rooms and I thank Darren and federal Labor for supporting our wonderful netball club.”

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Rojek suing party but backing policies BY JAMES TAYLOR CORANGAMITE hopeful Buddy Rojek still supports the policies of the Palmer United Party (PUP), despite no longer being their candidate and threatening the organisation with legal action. Mr Rojek started campaigning in the electorate for the PUP in late July but was disendorsed on August 17 following what the PUP described as “recent disruptive actions”. Mr Rojek is still listed on the ballot paper as a

PUP candidate, as his disendorsement came after the declaration of candidates on August 16. Last week, he said he would now campaign as an independent but would back PUP policies. “Despite the very public roasting and disinformation campaign – I will be suing PUP and (PUP Fadden candidate) Jim MacAnally for slander (and) I am asking Telstra to forward voice calls between myself and Jim to my lawyers – I believe in PUP policies and its candidates and will support legislation congruent with PUP policies if I

get into parliament and PUP candidates join me in parliament.” Mr Rojek has also been using social media to promote his plans to establish his own political organisation, the ANZAC United Party. On his Facebook page, he defended his use of the word ANZAC, which is protected under Australian law and cannot be used without the authority of the minister of veterans’ affairs. “I have registered the trademark ANZAC United Party. If Arnott’s can have a biscuit trademarked I

can start a democratic political party in the spirit of the ANZACs. “My uncle is president of Vietnam Veterans Motorcycle Club, which runs a number of charities to assist PTSD ex-ADF soldiers, so I think I have a right to set up a political party that helps Australians and gives ex-ADF soldiers a political conduit to stop politicians sending young boys to useless wars. “I thought it was a defence force, not an attack force or private security force for miners in Afghanistan and Iraq!”

Candidates respond to the Citizens’ Agenda BY JAMES TAYLOR

(L-R) Sarah Henderson, Andrew Black, Lloyd Davies, Darren Cheeseman and Jayden Millard listen as Michael Short lays out the rules of the Citizens’ Agenda forum. Photo: JAMES TAYLOR

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THE public heard the answers to questions they wanted to ask Corangamite candidates last week. The Citizens’ Agenda project began in May and invited people to submit and vote to find the three most popular questions, which were answered at a forum at Deakin University’s Waterfront campus. Of the electorate’s 12 candidates, five – Andrew Black (Nationals), Darren Cheeseman (Labor), Lloyd Davies (The Greens), Sarah Henderson (Liberals) and Jayden Millard (Sex Party) – attended the forum, moderated by Michael Short from The Age. The first question asked for government help for the small business sector to grow and succeed in the Geelong region, and all candidates were broadly supportive. There was also widespread support for the second question, which called for the introduction of roadside mail to Teesdale. The third question asked when the impact of coal mining on the health of people living near a coal

mine – such as Alcoa’s plant in Anglesea – became the responsibility of the federal government. All five candidates agreed that it did, but differed on what action should be taken regarding the carbon tax, the installation of sulphur dioxide scrubbers, and the transition to a renewable energy source. There was also a divide when it came to the differing National Broadband Network (NBN) models of the two major parties. Mr Millard and Mr Davies expressed strong support for the Labor model. Mr Davies said Labor’s NBN was one of the main reasons volunteers were signing up to help the Greens. Mr Black said the Coalition’s NBN “stacked up” as it would be delivered sooner, more cheaply from the government perspective and more cheaply from the user’s perspective. In a response to a question regarding Coalition policy costings, Ms Henderson said these would not be disclosed until all of the Coalition’s policies had been released, which would happen over the next few weeks.

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Normally at this time of the year, the Great Southern Right Whales are one of the talking points of the coast, as they continue their northern migration journey. This magnificent sight has been something that we have been privileged to witness on an ever increasing basis over recent years. These great mammals follow the contours of our coastline and are renowned for their constant showing of large tail and dorsal fins. This migratory process has been as regular as clockwork and the natural beauty is an enormous draw card for visitors to the coast. Until last week I didn’t realise the enormity and crowd pulling power that these magnificent creatures really are. Not often does a small coastal area get the presence of the Prime Minister of Australia, Mr Kevin Rudd and the Federal Opposition Minister, Mr Tony Abbot, ever! – let alone in one week, but we did. Was the attraction our ocean’s biggest mammals? I don’t think so. Were they on their annual migratory route? I don’t think so. Rumour has it that our political royalty was pounding the pavement to promise enticements to secure voters in Australia’s most marginal seat, Corangamite. While our ocean friends continue their spectacular displays of natural beauty, our political leaders layer the promises of increased funding for our special projects and administrative cost cuts to small business, I am left to wonder what will become the most regular annual event; I think I know! On to the more serious nature of local football and netball, we’ll know at the time of reading this article whether we have any of our competing teams in a CDNFL Grand Final. A magnificent effort by the Lorne Dolphins, with the Firsts and Reserve football sides and U/15 netball team all finishing on top of the ladder. Our U/14 ½ football team having finished 3rd, were unfortunately beaten 10 days ago but faced Alvie on the weekend and we all hope they have kept their 2 nil record over the swans intact. GO Dolphins! It is on a sad note that I acknowledge the passing of Nelson English, a former permanent resident of the town. Nelson was a respected community member and was our last standing councillor with the Surf Coast Shire from 2001 until 2004, prior to Mr Clive Goldsworthy’s entry to local government in 2012. Nelson’s wise council, wry smile and a laugh that came right from the core of his huge frame were characteristics that will remain with me forever. Don’t forget to RSVP for CfL Lunch Friday September 6 at The View, please RSVP to nicola.muxworthy@gmail. com to ensure your seat. Our guests for the day include Cr Clive Goldsworthy and GORCC CEO Mr Richard Davies. It will be a great launch into Lorne’s Performing Arts Festival and the Colac and District Football and Netball League Grand Final.

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Lorne in all its glory The Circus Oz Foyer Tent is up! The carpet is laid. The lights have been fitted and the tables set. On Friday 6th September, some 50 performers arrive from Melbourne and Sydney to bathe Lorne in an ocean of stories, tunes and visual treats including thrilling chanteuses, bawdy burlesque, cracker comedy as well as poetry, theatre, dance, music, workshops and something for children too. I encourage everyone in the region to come along, take a chance on a show you wouldn’t normally see, make some new friends and enjoy the impressive talents presenting stunning performances against the backdrop of Lorne’s Loutitt Bay. With some 25 shows on offer, here are some of the program highlights… Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the death of the Man in Black, award-winning singer Mikelangelo performs an evening of the songs of Johnny Cash. From the early Sun sessions, to the Columbia years, to the renaissance of his final American recordings, Mikelangelo shines new light on the work of this monumental artist, not only paying tribute to, but adding to Cash’s legacy. He is joined by the beautiful dream pop chanteuse St Clare for the Carter/ Cash duets and also by the stellar talents of Felix Potier on guitar and Tyron Shaw on doublebass – both members of The Rechords. Playing at the art deco Lorne Theatre on Saturday 7 September from 3-4:30pm. An exciting inclusion in this year’s Festival program is a beautiful theatre piece by Barking Spider Visual Theatre- a perfect pre-dinner show. The Memorandium is an exploration of memory – the stories, feelings, thoughts and impressions that reside within us all: memories which are brought together through imaginative story telling. Hiding in old post-office pigeon-holes are a number of presents and packages – abandoned, lost, forgotten or perhaps never given. The Memorandium will bring each audience member on their own thought provoking and unique journey. Showing at the Cumberland Theatre on Saturday 7 September from 6:30-7:30pm. The Circus Oz Foyer Tent will rock Lorne on Saturday night with three fantastic shows. Kicking off the night from 7:30pm with live comedy is awardwinning comedian Asher Treleaven in his brand new hour of comedy Bad Dandy. Then, from 8:45pm, just returned from hit reviews in Perth, Christa Hughes takes cabaret out of its comfort zone to deliver one hell of a hilarious show with Neurotic Ladyland. Cream Magazine simply said in last week’s review ‘See it if it’s not sold out!’ To rock your socks… stick around for the unique take on bluegrass, western swing, hillbilly and straight up rock n’ roll

with Melbourne’s much loved trio The Rechords. Formed in 2009 over a mutual love of roots and Americana records, the band have since developed a live show as engaging as their music, complete with all the authentic touches you’d expect to see from a rockabilly three piece of the late 50s / early 60s. Recover on Sunday with the The Nymphs (Bek Chapman, Clare Hendry, Jane Hendry and Kelly Day) who work a cappella like nobody’s business. The Melbourne-based vocal quartet combine inﬂuences of 40s jazz, 50s swing and early 60s pop to create their unique and edgy sound. “Anyone keen on dynamite vocal talent best get into these lasses before they’re super famous and you can’t get a ticket to their shows. It’ll happen soon, and you’ll be all, ‘Damn’.” - The AU Review. Playing at the Grand Paciﬁc Hotel on Sunday 8 September from 11:30am what a way to kick start your Sunday. Festival organisers are delighted with the incredible support shown by Surf Coast Shire, Regional Development Victoria, the Australian Council for the Arts, sponsors, private patrons, all the volunteers and local tradesman who have made the 2013 Lorne Festival of Performing Arts possible. A true community effort, we look forward to seeing you at one of the many venues across the weekend. MONIQUE HARVEY ARTISTIC DIRECTOR Lorne Performing Arts Festival

COMMUNITY PROFILE Rex and Sibylle live in Wye River, just 20 minutes from Lorne and both share a love of Lorne and the Great Ocean Road and like to make excuses to drive the fabulous section of road between us. Their love of the Road has seen them both lobby hard for improvement to the Road and the recent promise of $25m from the Federal Liberal Government to be matched by the State, a great solace for their hard work. They have been coming to Wye River for 20 years, but moved there permanently after building a house 2 years ago. They love the great village atmosphere, strong CFA and Surf Club where everyone knows pretty much everyone, just like Lorne. The village has just two well known foodie places: the relaxed Wye Beach Hotel and the upgraded Wye General Store. “One of the delights of living in Wye is the wildlife, with a Koala who wanders through our garden regularly and the flocks of birds, again much like Lorne”. The Great Ocean Road being so critical to our coastal lifestyle was the catalyst for Rex whilst recently visiting the USA to drive the US equivalent road – Big Sur the cliff top road that runs between San Francisco and LA. Both roads are spectacular and share many common features; both were started in 1919 and finished in the thirties after years of toil in the cliffs. We used returned soldiers, they used convict labour. Both roads now have national recognition, bushfires and landslips. While we think our road is better, the recent announcements (if there is a change of Gov’t) will see our Great Ocean Road even better again! – Rex we agree!!!!!

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Galbally calls for a gym for the elderly BY JAMES TAYLOR DAVID Galbally QC has made an impassioned plea for better recreation facilities for the elderly in Torquay. The Melbourne legal identity was the guest speaker at a Rotary Club of Torquay function at the Wyndham Resort. At the conclusion of his talk, titled Tales from the Bench, Mr Galbally spoke about the impact of the closure of a gym in Torquay. “That gym provided to the elderly an opportunity for males and females to be able to go and exercise at a very, very cheap rate. “It was lovely when I went there on a Saturday morning – not often – and I’d see these ladies going and doing their exercise,

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Hendersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Nankervis and Benson share vital skills green credentials questioned BY ALI DEANE

BY JAMES TAYLOR SURF Coast Air Action (SCAA) and Yes 2 Renewables have questioned the green credentials of Liberal candidate for Corangamite Sarah Henderson and have urged her to reconsider her position on wind farms. Ms Henderson has backed SCAAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s campaign regarding emissions at the Anglesea coal mine and power plant, and has said she will be a strong advocate for the environment if she wins the seat. However, SCAA and Yes 2 Renewables have taken issue with her position on wind farm development in Victoria. At a candidatesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; forum in Torquay earlier this month â&#x20AC;&#x201C; as reported in the Surf Coast Times last week â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ms Henderson said she was in favour of the state governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s two kilometre buffer zone as wind farms were dividing communities. Dr Cameron Shaw from SCAA urged Ms Henderson to take a leadership position on wind energy in the Liberal party. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Given that Ms Henderson has spoken out in support of SCAAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s demands for clean air for the children, residents and visitors to the region, her support for the Napthineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s restrictive wind farm laws is confounding.â&#x20AC;? Leigh Ewbank from Yes 2 Renewables said the only things dividing communities were anti-wind campaigners and the restrictive laws preventing farmers from accessing secure income. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ms Hendersonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s claim wind farms divide communities ignores all available public polling, which shows three quarters of the community support more wind farms. Yes 2 Renewables encourage Ms Henderson to re-examine her stance and adopt a position that aligns with mainstream views.â&#x20AC;?

FOLLOWING his Victorian Life Saver of the Year Award win in July, Torquay SLSCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s David Nankervis has been nominated for the national award and Pride of Australia medal, maintained the momentum of local aquatic survival course provider TrainupNOW and initiated a new safety campaign. The director of life saving at Torquay Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC) has begun a campaign with McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s restaurants that will soon see trayliners decorated with water safety messages in a wide range of languages. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This is something weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been wanting to do for a while, we want the message out there, and we think these things should be continuous. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The needâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s really there; if you can pass what you know onto the next person and that becomes a preventative action, and helps someone, then thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about, â&#x20AC;? Mr Nankervis said. Mr Nankervis has been around the ocean his

whole life, and both he and TrainupNOW codirector Kelvin Benson have 20-30 years in life saving. They created the aquatic training program because they believe everyone should be armed with the knowledge of aquatic awareness and the education of life saving skills. â&#x20AC;&#x153;No amount of classroom time can give you that practical experience. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have all that â&#x20AC;&#x201C; good and bad experiences, and rescues, and as director of lifesaving and through TrainupNOW, it is all about education; we want people to help themselves, and help others.â&#x20AC;? TrainupNOW has been educating and training school groups, life savers, community groups, organisations and individuals in life saving courses and aquatic survival, hosting requalification of existing awards such as First Aid, CPR, Bronze Medallion, anaphylaxis and asthma management, and providing water safety for events and activities including the Rip Curl Pro at Bells Beach for over two years.

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Polwarth funding rolls out to improve roads SIX stretches of road in Polwarth will share in $8 million of upgrades through a state government program to improve roads across Victoria. Polwarth MP Terry Mulder, who announced the funding last week, said the series of road repair works would ensure a safer and smoother drive. The pavement resheeting repairs in Polwarth are: â&#x20AC;˘ More than 1.5 kilometres of works on ShelfordBannockburn Road, starting east of English Road over Sandy Creek and finishing west of Masonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Road

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of McKinnons Bridge. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These roads are used by high volumes of both commuter traffic and freight vehicles all year around, and in the case of the Great Ocean road, significant tourist traffic,â&#x20AC;? Mr Mulder said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The highways in particular carry thousands of vehicles a day, travelling through Victoria and beyond into South Australia.â&#x20AC;? He said this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s state budget included $90 million for renewing deteriorated roads by strengthening the pavement, and another $80 million for resurfacing works to make roads more resilient to wet weather.

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Buchanan is back in Colac Otway Shire BY JAMES TAYLOR APOLLO Bay resident and former councillor Frank Buchanan has returned to his role as a representative of the Colac Otway Shire. The shire held a countback on Wednesday at the Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre to fill the extraordinary vacancy created by Cr Mick McCrickard’s resignation, and Mr Buchanan was announced as the winner. The Victorian Electoral Commission formally declared Mr Buchanan as a councillor at the shire’s Rae Street office on Thursday. The shire intends to swear in Mr Buchanan

just before the monthly council meeting at 5pm tomorrow in Birregurra. “I feel that I have unfinished business to attend to as a councillor,” Mr Buchanan said. “I have a particular interest in driving change to rating policies across Victoria to provide better support to our agricultural sector. “I look forward to working as a cohesive council to get better results for residents and ratepayers, and providing a voice for Apollo Bay and district.” Colac Otway mayor Lyn Russell welcomed Mr Buchanan back to the council, saying his experience and enthusiasm would be an asset. “Frank was a measured and reasoned voice when

previously on the council and we welcome his return. “He will provide great expertise, particularly in the areas of local government, agriculture and business. “Frank’s return also provides a voice for Apollo Bay, which the Apollo Bay community has wanted.” Mr Buchanan received 736 first preference votes at the 2012 council election – or nearly five per cent of the total – which placed him ninth on first preferences. Mr McCrickard resigned on August 1 due to the difficulties of balancing his civic duties and full- Frank Buchanan will be sworn in as a Colac Otway time work. Shire councillor tomorrow.

New Anglesea station fires up BY JAMES TAYLOR

Kim Wells presents the keys to the new medium tanker to captain Andy Rankin at the opening ceremony. Photo: PETER MARSHALL

THE Anglesea fire station is officially open for business, and the state government has thrown a new fire truck into the deal. Minister for police and emergency services opened the $1.9 million complex on the Great Ocean Road on August 18. He also handed over the keys of a $335,000 medium tanker to Anglesea Fire Brigade captain Andy Rankin. The station is Australia’s first carbonneutral fire station and fire education facility. It replaces the brigade’s 30-year old station and leads the way in environmental design for fire stations across Australia. Designed by Baade Harbour Architects, the station is powered using solar and wind energy to eliminate running costs and will provide long-term meeting and training facilities for Surf Coast firefighters. Mr Wells said Anglesea was in a high fire risk region and experienced a huge influx of visitors during the summer months. “The new station was designed to

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challenges,” Mr Davies said. “The Greens support this on the ground work, and have committed $120 million over three years, towards biodiversity protection. “We have a good track record, being instrumental in establishing the $1 billion Biodiversity Fund in the last parliament.” Mr Davies said that having representatives in the parliament that worked to keep biodiversity and environmental issues on the main agenda was really important. “Voting Greens sends a clear message that you support the work of groups like Angair, and want your government

to do the same.” Angair is a community group that has been working for over 40 years to protect Indigenous flora and fauna in the Angelsea and Aireys Inlet region. Last week, federal member for Corangamite Darren Cheeseman visited Ocean Grove and Jan Juc where he announced phase two of the federal government’s Caring for Country Funding program. It will see the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority distribute $11.7 million in funding to local environmental protection groups over the next five years.

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BY TIFFANY PILCHER OCEAN Grove resident Alma Hill has celebrated a huge milestone this month, turning 100. Alma’s friends and family and staff at The Homestead in Wallington where Alma now lives celebrated with a cake and morning tea to mark the momentous occasion on August 13. Alma has three children, 12 grandchildren and 31 great grandchildren with more on the way and 70 of Alma’s loved ones travelled from all over Australia to take part in the celebration. “It was wonderful, it was lovely to see everybody,” Alma said.

“I don’t get the opportunity to see my family and friends very much so it was great to see them all together.” Alma said while she doesn’t feel any different than before the special birthday, she has learned some important lessons throughout her life. “I have learned to live and support myself when I had no one. “I had to learn to bring up a family on my own, which was not easy, but I was pleased with the results. “I always take life as it comes, I have always done the things I liked doing which was keeping busy with my family, business and my garden.”

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Surf Coast FC waits on NPL announcement BY JAMES TAYLOR SURF Coast Football Club says it is on the ball with its application to join the National Premier League (NPL) in Victoria. Earlier this month, Football Federation Victoria (FFV) revealed it had received 15 applications from clubs to join the league, which will become the national second tier for Australian senior soccer when it starts next year. Surf Coast FC president Joe Taylor said the Torquay-based club had a “reasonable chance” of success with its application and had put its best foot forward. “We’ve done our best. “If we’re not successful, that’s just life. I think there’ll be some other good applications, but not too many that would have the facilities to match ours, or the number of representative boys and girls, or being able to secure an elite coach.” Mr Taylor said Surf Coast FC was very supportive of the NPL model in Victoria. He said one of the conditions of entry to the NPL was that successful applicants would establish a club for junior and senior players

at community level. FFV state manager for the NPL Tim Frampton said the geographical spread of applications covered both metropolitan and regional areas in Victoria with the exception of Gippsland. “It would be inappropriate to reveal the names or exact locations of applicants until the assessment process is complete. “The NPL is an exciting major reform to the football landscape around Victoria and Australia. “FFV now looks forward to the next stage of NPL in Victoria with the 15 applications being assessed by a highly qualified panel led by respected Eugenie Buckley, a former chief executive officer of Brisbane Roar FC and the Australian Professional Footballers Association.” The list of successful applicants will be announced on September 30. FFV has also confirmed it has received a Magistrates’ Court summons challenging the implementation of NPL. “The summons itself doesn’t prevent FFV from continuing the assessment process. FFV will not be making any further comment on pending legal action,” Mr Frampton said.

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WikiLeaks candidate quits Senate race BY JAMES TAYLOR THE WikiLeaks Party’s attempts to secure a seat in the Victorian Senate suffered a setback last week with the resignation of their number two candidate. There are six seats up for grabs in Victoria and the WikiLeaks Party was running a three-seat ticket, with online activist Julian Assange in the top spot. On Wednesday, Dr Leslie Cannold – who would have been elected in Mr Assange’s place if he could

not take up the seat – quit the number two position, citing concerns about the party’s transparency and accountability, and the integrity of a review into a preferencing error. “Even if I stop campaigning this minute, remaining in my role implicitly invites voters to trust The Wikileaks Party,” Dr Cannold said. “By staying in this role I am implicitly vouching for the worthiness of this party to receive the votes of the Australian people.

“I can no longer do this because I no longer believe it is true, and so I must resign.” Victorian voters have 97 Senate candidates to choose from if they wish to individually allocate their preferences, or can choose one of 39 group voting tickets. Of the three major parties (after their own candidates): • The Liberals and Nationals have preferenced

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Small businesses flock to festival BY JAMES TAYLOR THE Geelong Small Business Festival is pulling in the crowds this year, hitting last year’s monthly attendance record in its first two weeks. City of Greater Geelong acting mayor Bruce Harwood said there were still events and great business opportunities to come, which would give business owners clever tips on how to successfully run a business and ways to improve. “The festival has proved to be an important networking opportunity, connecting business

owners in the region.” Among last week’s events was Simple Ways to Avoid Business Costs, run by the Victorian Small Business commissioner. Cr Harwood said the event assisted business owners in becoming better equipped to handle issues that may arise, such as disputes surrounding leases, franchises, distribution, wholesale and licensing agreements. “The event also covered how to build and maintain successful business relationships and how to avoid any traps.

“I encourage Geelong business owners to come along and take part in the coming events before the festival concludes at the end of the month.” The remaining events in the festival are: • Identifying Inefficiencies to Increase Profit, run by Ocom Software at the Geelong Club today • Tech Trends, hosted by marketing and digital media authority Brad Howarth at The Pier tomorrow • A Small Business Legal Health Check by Coulter Roache Lawyers at Geelong City Hall on Thursday, and

• Connect with Prospective Clients to Increase Your Results, run by Bellarine Business Women at Geelong City Hall on Friday. For more information about the Geelong Small Business Festival, head to geelongaustralia.com. au/gsbf. Victoria’s Small Business Festival also wraps up at the end of the month, with many events to be held across the metropolitan area. Head to business.vic.gov.au/workshopsseminars-and-events/victorias-small-businessfestival/home for more information.

Dates announced for Wombat’s Wish camp BY JAMES TAYLOR WOMBAT’S wish has announced the dates for its coming weekend residential camp. The charity, established by Jan Juc resident Jill Crookes, will hold its next camp for parentally bereaved children at Burnside Camp in Anglesea on November 2 and 3. The camp is open to children aged between 5 and 16 years who have lost a parent or a primary carer, such as a grandparent. Statistics from the US and UK state about three per cent of children are parentally bereaved by the age of 16. Ms Crookes believes the situation for Australian children is roughly the same, with about 100 children in the Geelong area losing a parent or carer every year. Wombat’s Wish covers the City of Greater Geelong, Surf Coast Shire, the Borough of Queenscliffe and part of Golden Plains Shire.

Ms Crookes started Wombat’s Wish after learning about the successful and highly regarded Winston’s Wish program in the UK. The therapeutic service believes all bereaved children, young people and their parents or carers have the right to information, guidance and support to enable them to manage the impact of death on their lives. Children are referred to Wombat’s Wish by school counsellors, chaplains, and organisations such as Mackillop Family Services and Bethany. The service is supported by Give Where You Live Geelong and counts noted Geelong businessman Frank Costa as its patron. For more information on the residential camp or Wombat’s Wish, phone Jill Crookes on 0412 186 542 or head to wombatswish.org.au. Marnie, one of the Wombat’s Wish volunteers, reads a story to children at Burnside Camp.

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Busy time for SES includes recruitment VOLUNTEERS from Bellarine unit of Victoria State Emergency Service (SES) have been kept busy in recent times with the Bellarine Peninsula being battered by high winds with numerous calls for assistance being received for damage to buildings and fallen trees. And when the next storm hits there are likely to be some new faces amongst the response crew with Bellarine SES launching a recruitment drive for new members.

Unit controller Dion Henderson said a number of long serving members have stepped back from operational duties and there is an opportunity for the next crop of volunteers to fill their shoes. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The tasks that our volunteers undertake are quite diverse. Not only is the SES the control agency for storms and floods, we also respond to road rescue incidents such as the car that crashed in to the house at Portarlington recently. And earlier in the month we assisted Victoria police in a

land search for a missing man in Queenscliff.â&#x20AC;? It takes thousands of dedicated volunteers from across the state to provide emergency assistance 24 hours a day, seven days a week. New recruits will experience the rewarding sense of pride that comes from serving the community that you live in. For those who are interested in learning more about what the SES is all about, all of the SES units in the Geelong region are combining to host

two information sessions at 4 Wood Street in South Geelong on Wednesday August 28 at 10am and 6.30pm respectively. In addition to operational members, there are also many opportunities to assist behind the scenes in a non-operational role such as media liaison, training, and grounds maintenance to name just a few. For further information or to express an interest in joining either roles, contact Dion Henderson on 0427 074 029 or head to bellarineses.org.au.

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Danawa to look back on a successful year BY JAMES TAYLOR

(L-R) Andrew Livett, Jeremy Rugless, John Harrison, Emma French and Nina-Lee Travis at Danawa Community Garden.

DANAWA Community Garden will celebrate its achievements of 2012 at its annual general meeting tomorrow. Perry Mills, secretary of the garden in Torquay’s Spring Creek Reserve, has invited members and supporters to attend the meeting, which will be held at Torquay Wholefoods in Bristol Road from 7pm. “Think about it – the 10th birthday bash, the Food as Medicine talks, a whole lot of projects like getting the loo, paving the shelter, and building the kitchen... we’ve been busy again, it seems,” he said. “It won’t be dull, as we will have Andrew Lucas, gardener and permaculturist extraordinaire, the man behind Backyard Harvest, and presenter on BayFM, talking about community gardening.

“And we’ll have some yummy Wholefoods snacks, and the live music with local folk-bluegrasscountry-Celtic outfit Choracle to entertain you.” He said the organisation was hoping to welcome new blood into helping Danawa to send out the good word on healthy gardening and eating. “We do have keen and committed volunteers, but to keep us keen, we need some help too.” The annual general meeting (AGM) will include the adoption of revised rules to comply with the Associations Incorporated Reform Act 2012, and the election of a committee of management. Entry to the AGM is free. For more information, phone Perry Mills on 0428 848 646 or email danawacommunitygarden@ gmail.com. Head to torquay.vic.au/community/danawa to see a draft of the Rules of the Association.

Hospitals get a shot in the arm BY JAMES TAYLOR THE state government has increased funding for hospitals in the Geelong region and has challenged the federal government over its cuts to the services. Last week, Minister for Health David Davis said the state government was committed to properly funding hospitals, and announced more money for four health services. The increases are: • $24.3 million for Barwon Health (a 6.5 per cent increase) • $108,000 for Hesse Rural Health Service (a 3.1

per cent increase) • $117,000 for Lorne Community Hospital (a 3.9 per cent increase) • $64,000 to Otway Health and Community Services (a 1.9 per cent increase). Mr Davis said the state government was pleased to ensure that the good work of the services continued. “This is in stark contrast to the federal Labor government, which is committed to ripping health funding out of Victoria. “The federal Labor government has bluntly told us it will be paying Victoria’s hospitals $368 million

less over the next three years than it had promised. “The Coalition government’s funding boost will go some way to address that cut, but imagine how many more patients our hospitals could treat with the money cut from promised funding. “The federal Labor government has tried to justify this cut based on dodgy population figures which falsely claims Victoria’s population has fallen. “The Coalition government has worked hard to provide the money to ensure hospitals are on a stable footing into the future.” He said the funding boost would enable the hospitals to continue to treat record

patient numbers. Federal Minister for Health Tanya Plibersek has welcomed the improvement in public hospital performance but disputed Mr Davis’ argument, saying the federal government’s $19.8 billion investment was paying off. “All states and territories must make the most of the federal government’s record extra hospital investment to get better results for patients. “States and territories will have to lift their game if they are to meet both their surgery and their emergency department targets by 2015.”

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Farmers test the soil BY JAMES TAYLOR FARMERS in south west Victoria have been encouraged to try a new tool designed to give them a better understanding of their soil and how to reach its full potential. The Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) recently held a farm training session at Berrybank to demonstrate the visual soil assessment (VSA) tool. DEPI soil specialist Declan McDonald said the VSA was a hands-on method that pulled together the basic elements of good soil management into an easy-to-use evaluation tool that allowed farmers to score their soil condition, and pasture or crop condition. “The elements of the soil assessment part of the VSA include soil texture, structure, porosity, colour and smell. It also includes earthworms as a surrogate for biological activity.” Landholders are guided through a process that assigns a score for each soil property. “A similar process is followed to assess pasture or crop condition, using indicators such as pasture diversity, colour, density and weediness and ideally there should be some alignment between the soil score and the plant score,” Mr McDonald said. “A significantly higher plant score suggests that production is heavily reliant on application of fertilisers, while a higher soil score suggests the productive potential of the soil is not being realised.” He said the VSA would appeal to farmers because of its accessibility and ease of use. It includes a drop shatter test, which involves a cube of soil being dug intact from the ground and then dropped from waist height onto a hard surface three times.

The visual soil assessment tool helps farmers determine the quality and productivity of their soil.

“The shattered soil is then arranged by aggregate size onto a small sheet and compared to soils of varying quality,” Mr McDonald said. “This very clearly indicates how well a particular soil is structured and represents a powerful learning opportunity for participants, as well as a benchmark against which future soil improvements can be measured.” For more information or for coming VSA training, phone Declan McDonald on 5226 4660.

Give some goods a second chance BY JAMES TAYLOR A SECONDHAND store in Portarlington has a new coordinator. The Second Chance Shop, at 40 Geelong Road, is one of two operated by the Drysdale Community Church. Proceeds from these shops assist in the running of the Drysdale Family Support Food Bank, which has been assisting local families for over 11 years, as well as other functions of the church. Robyn Manton recently took over as the coordinator of the shop and has had an immediate impact on its layout and presentation. Mrs Manton, who is assisted in the position by her husband Phil, comes with experience in the

development of a local op shop and in coordinating volunteer labour. She said she was community minded and would love to see local people involved in volunteering at the shop. People who have spare time – whether that is a half day, a day a month, or a few days a week – are enthusiastic, friendly and reliable have been encouraged to drop in and see Mrs Manton about becoming a part of the team. The Second Chance Shop is also finishing winter with a buy one, get one free sale during the first two weeks of September at both the Portarlington and Drysdale shops, and the community has been invited to come in and take home a few bargains.

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Torquay opens minds to those seeking asylum BY ALI DEANE

Migration law expert and asylum seeker worker Caz Coleman chats with an audience member on her trip to Torquay recently to explore challenges and address important issues with asylum seekers in Australia.

IT IS possibly our nation’s most contentious issue – finding a sensible and smart way to help asylum seekers and refugees fairly, diplomatically and sensitively. Thanks to Jan Hale, secretary of Surf Coast Rural Australians for Refugees, and the social justice group of the Surf Coast Uniting Church, the Torquay community had the opportunity to open their minds recently to the issues and challenges at a special talk by Caz Coleman.

Ms Coleman is a member of the Immigration Minister’s Council on Asylum Seekers and Detention and has recently returned from Nauru. Although bound by a confidentiality agreement, Ms Coleman addressed the challenges that asylum seekers and refugees present to Australia, including: • Do people fleeing persecution have a right to seek protection and who should have preference? • How far should we grant asylum to people who pay smugglers to bring them to Australia by boat?

• What do we do for people languishing for years in refugee camps? Coleman asserted that there is no quick solution or magic fix to the issues, and said it is immensely difficult to balance protection and fairness. She said some of the biggest burdens for asylum seekers were the differences and discrepancies with asylum granting. Add delays in processing and the build-up in frustration was inevitable. Through her work, Coleman has

found that when asylum seekers were treated with kindness and respect, and understood their situation, they were more able to accept that they would have to be deported. It is important to treat people as people, not numbers. Coleman said taking larger numbers would not stop the flow of people seeking asylum – it would only act as a bigger drawcard. Anyone hoping to hear easy solutions would have been disappointed but there was plenty of food for thought.

Corangamite key to koala BY JAMES TAYLOR CORANGAMITE is one of the seats that could save one of our iconic native animals, according to the head of the Australian Koala Foundation (AKF). The electorate and Wannon to the west are among only seven in Australia that have more than 5,000 koalas left. Another nine seats have potentially sustainable populations but only about 1,000 of the animals. AKF chief executive officer Deborah Tabart said the winners of these seats would seal the

fate of the koala. “In our latest assessment, based on $8 million worth of research, the AKF has identified how many koalas and how much habitat remains in each federal electorate. “The results even scared me, and I deal with these issues every day and have done so for 25 years.” The AKF website reveals a huge difference between the AKF and federal government estimates on koala population in Corangamite and Wannon. It states the federal government figure for both electorates is between

57,000-100,000 koalas, while AKF believes there are no more than 17,000 and as few as 9,500. “Even if government is right, and they’re not, we all have to accept that these koalas are highly inbred,” Ms Tabart said. “Many of these have one testicle missing and cannot be seen as longterm conservation of the species.” She said Australia had a shocking history of species extinction and managing the environment. “Our governments struggle with the complexity and don’t cope or worse still, don’t want to cope.

“This is why we need a nationwide Koala Protection Act to protect the koala and its habitat. “It is ironic to me that our election falls on the same date the last Tasmanian tiger died in 1936. His name was Ben and his species was only protected by a careless government three months before his passing. “I wonder if our existing government will care for the koala before it’s too late.” Deborah Tabart says the electorate of Corangamite is a critical koala habitat.

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Letters Rubbish dumped in idyllic spot

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

Dear Editor, Coming home last week, I was very disappointed to see that someone had dumped a trailer load of rubbish, including a mattress, at the Torquay end of Horseshoe Bend Road, rubbish which had been widely scattered by the strong wind. When I moved here a year ago from an outer Melbourne suburb, I thought I’d seen the last of dumped garbage. What a shame that here, in this idyllic spot, we have someone who has no concern for caring for our treasured environment. Giuliana Torquay

Clear decision on McAdam Dear Editor, The recent decision by VCAT on McAdam Park was clear. VCAT recognised that the very real amenity impacts on Barrabool landowners, primarily relating to noise, could not be adequately managed. It declined, in the circumstances, to grant a permit for works and developments that would entrench a use that causes an unacceptable amenity impact on neighbours. VCAT also put paid to many other myths that have developed about McAdam Park, including that it is only new arrivals to the Barrabool region who have complained, or that people who live in rural areas are not entitled to a basic level of amenity. It is estimated almost $1 million in legal and associated fees and expenses have already been expended (taking into account local residents’, Motorcycling Australia’s and Surf Coast Shire’s costs) on achieving what to any rational observer would seem a reasonable outcome. All parties should now stop “flogging a dead horse” and commence an intelligent consideration of options for locating motocross in the region. The ball is now very much in the court of City of Greater Geelong and Surf Coast Shire, who have an obligation to support their residents who enjoy motocross to find appropriate locations at which they can enjoy their sport well into the future. The state government also has an important role to play by ensuring state grants for the purchase of McAdam Park are recovered, if possible, from Motorcycling Australia, so that some enduring community benefit is achieved from those public funds.

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

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Real inclusion Dear Editor, In the world of all abilities inclusion and empowerment are words that are used constantly, without the action or outcome to follow them up. My journey with my 10-year old who has a diagnosis of autism has been a roller coaster ride, and that’s not just reflecting on his disability, but the community’s reaction and treatment of my son’s disability. I am writing this letter to acknowledge an organisation that has embraced and accepted my son. The Surf Coast Football (soccer) Club under 11 yellow team has blown us away by including Zach like any other 10 year old. His team mates encourage him even after he let a pass go. They celebrate his achievements, he is one of the boys. The coach encourages valued roles for him, like being goal keeper. To find such real acceptance and understanding, especially from such young minds, has been a lovely surprise. Words can’t express how thankful and happy we are to find such a great community group. Thank you Surf Coast FC.

Dear Editor, Covenants are very difficult to change, the rights of titleholders are respected by law. As an example, the old Ocean Grove covenant prohibiting the manufacture or sale of alcohol, is on the titles of more than the 2,500 properties of the 1887 subdivision. If all agree, however, or none object, a covenant can be removed from a title; the principal method |in use being to do it quietly by stealth at the Supreme Court – sometimes called by fait accompli. The City of Greater Geelong (COGG) is currently operating a different approach, publishing an opinion that a judgement of 1963 makes the Ocean Grove covenant invalid, to discourage titleholders, so that none of them object to removal by (COGG). In fact, that opinion is debatable, is not law, can’t apply earlier than 1963, and can only be decided at the Supreme Court. No beneficiaries is not stealth, but legal fiction. In June, (COGG) wrote to everyone to tell them, in a confused and worthless argument, that they do not benefit from their covenant. Graeme Tribe and Peter Linaker Ocean Grove

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Dear Editor, No, Sarah Henderson, it is not wind farms that are the divisive issue in Corrangamite, it is coal combustion. The grip that Alcoa has on the town of Anglesea is unbelievable considering that the only reason they pollute our air is for their own cheap power production. Burning coal is the divisive issue. Wind farms do not pollute our air. Everyone I know wants wind farms on the Surf Coast. Any supposed health concerns of wind power generation are concocted by parties with interests in continuing the polluting paradigm of coal combustion.

Dear Editor, It beggars belief that country people and the National Party aren’t up in arms over the Liberal’s broadband policy. Their current “plan” allows nearly 10 per cent of users in the fixed line footprint unable to access 50 mbps by 2019. A basic speed by that time. In short, their policy fixes a digital divide for a year or two, then creates it again. This is on top of all the other deficiencies of their plan. Too many to mention here. The people unable to get the 50 mbps will be the people near the end of a very long copper line, making upgrading to fibre on demand prohibitively expensive for nearly 1 in 10 businesses and households in the country. It’s believed even satellite and fixed wireless are capable of this basic speed with simple upgrades. For those that think the economy is the most important issue this election, I applaud you. But think very carefully what it means when nearly 10 per cent of the country will not be able to access what will be a very basic communications service, at an affordable price, in the very near future.

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Dear Editor, Ask anyone who like myself has had the misfortune to have had dealings with Sarah Henderson in her real life and experienced her disorganised ways. You like I would be frightened at the thought of her winning the seat of Corangamite. Regardless of the overall result please do not let this happen to us, we deserve proper representation.

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Dear Editor, I wish to pay tribute to Keith Fagg, the City of Greater Geelong’s first directly elected mayor. Due to ill health, and on the advice of his medical practitioner, Keith reluctantly resigned from this key leadership role the week before last. Geelong’s directly elected mayoral position was sought by the community and was endorsed by the then Opposition at the 2010 election. Keith was encouraged to stand for Geelong’s first directly elected mayor as a member of one of Geelong’s oldest and most well respected families. With support from many in the community, Keith took on the challenge and commitment to serve the people of Geelong at local government level. Keith’s positive vision for Geelong was well received by the community and he took up this new role on 27 October 2012 after running a very successful campaign. During the near 10 months of Keith’s mayoral term, he has enthusiastically embraced the many challenges currently facing Geelong. One of the most significant was Keith’s response to both the Ford and Target announcements of job losses and how he rallied community leaders to discuss ways of helping those affected in this difficult time. I take this opportunity to thank Keith for his hard work and for his commitment in serving the community through his leadership in this vital role. My thoughts are with Keith, his wife Heather and family and I wish Keith a speedy recovery after his management of the many challenging times during his period of office.

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Tibetan lama in Torquay to combat worry BY ALI DEANE DZOGCHEN Rinpoche, a revered senior Tibetan lama, is heading our way for a public talk and seven day retreat, which will focus on stopping unnecessary worry. His Eminence the seventh Dzogchen Rinpoche will explain to attendees how to recognise in advance the difference between the conditions that create suffering and those that generate peace so that we can experience joy and be free from worry. “If Torquay folk spend so much time fretting about their families, health and business then they lack the clarity to solve those very same problems,” Rinpoche said.

“Worrying about our concerns particularly at the last minute, without understanding their true causes and conditions or thinking about the consequences of our actions, leaves us confused and unsure what to do.” Rinpoche said we should instead use our inner wisdom to plan ahead for these issues so we can face them with confidence and then there is no need to panic. “It’s more helpful to have wisdom worry; this kind is better for us because we can avoid all sorts of obstacles and problems. “But normal worry often comes too late and that is very unhealthy for us, people don’t see the consequences

until later on – this we must try to avoid.” The public talk will take place in Torquay on September 4 at Quiksilver Auditorium, 27 Baines Court, doors open at 7pm, and the talk begins at 7.30pm. For tickets $20 ($15 concession) and more information call 0416 404 826 or go to trybooking.com/DEDU. Dzogchen Rinpoche will also be holding a seven day Dzogchen retreat in the Otway Ranges from the October 22- 29. For more information on empowerment, teachings and Dzogchen Retreats with Dzogchen Rinpoche contact 0416 404 826 or go to shenpenaustralia.org.

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Support sought for mansion restoration BY ALI DEANE

The verandah at the historic Barwon Park Mansion of Winchelsea.

THE majestic Barwon Park Mansion of Winchelsea is on the cusp of restoration to ensure the historic attraction remains a vibrant, sustainable and secure part of Australia’s heritage. The National Trust (Victoria), Barwon Park and the Winchelsea community have developed a number of priority projects to improve the site, and are now seeking funding to make the projects a reality. Plans include providing a safe and well set up events site, improvements to the gardens, further restoration work

to the mansion, establishment of a heritage orchard, restoring the servant’s wing and improved amenities for visitors. Built in the 1870s as the home of Thomas and Elizabeth Austin, Barwon Park Mansion is a popular and sought after wedding venue and host to many events. The projects will ensure Barwon Park is restored for current and future generations to appreciate and enjoy. It is hoped partnerships can be developed with government, council and philanthropic organisations.

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Barwon Park manager Trudi Toyne said one of the projects of utmost importance was the need to ensure Barwon Park can be protected from fire whether the threat is from bushfire, as was the case March this year, or from a fire within the mansion. “Properties like Barwon Park are simply not replaceable,” Ms Toyne said. “As well as replacing the water main to the building and providing stand pipes for the CFA, a dam come water feature is also proposed. “This will help to guarantee water supplies but also improve the Barwon

Park experience for visitors. “Refurbishing the servants’ bedrooms is also important as it allows visitors to see the down stairs side of mansion life and will provide additional exhibition spaces.” Approximately 10,000 people visit annually and Barwon Park is a top tourist attraction in the Surf Coast hinterland. Barwon Park is open every Wednesday and Sunday from 11-4pm and at other times by arrangement. For more information phone 5267 2209, email barwon.park1@bigpond. com or go to nationaltrust.org.au.

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Pobblebonk and friends like the wet BY JAMES TAYLOR FROG numbers in the Surf Coast and Bellarine are expected to make a big hop after wet weather. The Foundation for National Parks and Wildlife has some tips to assist the amphibians breed and feed while the water remains. Foundation chief executive officer Susanna Bradshaw encouraged residents to help out the native animals. “Frogs are quick to move into areas that have experienced heavy rains and will be around soon after floods subside,” she said. “During spring, tadpoles will be growing legs and leaving their puddles and ponds. “Frogs are great to have in backyards as they eat up spiders, mosquitoes, flies and other insects. Some frogs can even eat snakes. “Frogs in the garden are a sign that the environment is healthy.” She said frogs could be identified by the sounds they made. “If you hear mysterious loud chuckles coming from your garden on a warm night, you’ve probably got a Peron’s

tree frog. You can recognise them by their distinctive cross shaped pupil. “Listen out after dark for the grunting ‘crok-crok’ followed by the growling ‘craw-craw-craw’ of one of the most common frogs in Victoria – the growling grass frog, also known as the green and gold frog. It’s olive to bright emerald green, with irregular gold, brown black or bronze spots.” Ms Bradshaw said people may not even have to go looking for frogs. “The southern brown tree frog may invite himself into your bathroom or other cool, moist spots around your home. It makes a whistling series of ‘weep-eep-eep-eep’ notes. “Pobblebonks, also called Eastern banjo frogs, make a repeated banjo-like ‘plonk’ or ‘kuk-kuk’ call. This is answered by others plonking at slightly different pitches and can turn into a very loud chorus.” Ways to help frogs include not using chemicals or pesticides in the garden, as frogs absorb air and water through their skin; and keeping pets away from areas where frogs live, and leave leaf litter and rocks around your garden for them to shelter in. For more information, head to backyardbuddies.net.au. Growling Grass frogs are among the most common species of frog in Victoria.

Members of Friends of Edwards Point in the lush greenery of Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve.

Boot up Edwards Point bushwalk GET to know the magnificent bushland that’s right on your doorstep at the Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve open day on September 7. Organised by Friends of Edwards Point and Parks Victoria, everyone is invited to meet at the Beach Road car park in St Leonards at 10am for an informative guided walk. Environmentalist Beth Ross will be leading the walk and providing information on the surrounds as attendees wander through the beautiful bushland. The walk winds through dense coastal tea tree forest before opening with a magnificent view of a lagoon before leading to a boardwalk and further to the beach. At the end of the walk and talk the

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Books come to life in Aireys Inlet BY JAMES TAYLOR

L-R: grade 1 pupils and teacher Clare Price show off their costumes. Rio, Archie, Jarvis and Lucca were right into the spirit of Book Week. Audrey Morgan and Lucy Greene dressed up as Thing 1 and Thing 2 from The Cat in the Hat.

PUPILS at Lorne Aireys Inlet P-12 College brought some of their favourite characters to life during Book Week. Despite the wet weather, primary pupils at the Aireys campus dressed up in costume on Monday last week for the annual event, which was marked this year from August 1723. This year’s theme for book week was Read Across The Universe. The Children’s Book Council of Australia, which coordinates Book Week, has also announced the winners

of the Book of the Year 2013 awards. The top prize – the Eve Pownall Book of the Year – went to Tom the Mailman by Kristin Weidenbach with illustrations by Timothy Ide. Winners in other categories were: ● Older readers – Sea Hearts by Margo Lanagan ● Younger readers – The Children of the King by Sonya Hartnett ● Early childhood – The Terrible Suitcase by Emma Allen with illustrations by Freya Blackwood ● Picture book – The Coat by Ron Brooks and Julie Hunt.

Spring Creek takes taxing out of tax SPRING Creek Community House has announced tax help for low income earners. A spokesperson said the house is pleased to announce the return of the Tax Help program – a free and confidential service that assists many people at tax time. Tax Help is a network of dedicated community volunteers who assist people who earn

$50,000 or less and have simple tax affairs to complete and lodge their tax returns. These volunteers are people from within the community who give up their time each year to participate in the program. They are all fully trained, accredited and supported by the Australian Tax Office. “At Spring Creek we have Jean,

who will demonstrate how to use e-tax to lodge a tax return quickly and safely online and can also assist people who are unsure if they need to lodge,” the spokesperson said. “Returns are usually completed on the internet that day with a refund in less than two weeks. “Make an appointment to see Jean if you want her to do your tax return, apply for a refund of

imputation credits if you own shares, or even just to seek advice. “Be quick as this service is only available until October 31.” Call Spring Creek Community House on 5261 2583 to book, or for more information (9am-1pm). Tax help is a free service provided by the ATO. Jean from Tax Help

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BY ALI DEANE IN 2011 Lorne was swept up in a swell of music and beach culture from the 50s and 60s at the first ever Lorne Festival of Performing Arts. Now in its third year, the festival, which is known as a celebration of culture by the sea will bring together a huge array of high-calibre acts, performers, musicians, comedians and entertainers, to the picturesque seaside town of Lorne, at the first weekend in September. Gracing the bill in what will be her Lorne debut is former Machine Gun Fellatio vocalist, the beautiful, bluesy Christa Hughes. Hughes delights in genre-bending and promises Neurotic Ladyland, a sell-out in Perth recently, and Beer Drinking Woman will have elements of appeal to all audiences. “I love these two shows; Neurotic Ladyland features early music hall to Velvet Underground and some David Bowie songs. And in Beer Drinking Woman there’ll be jazz and blues inspired songs, and even a Cold Chisel hit in there. “I’m definitely looking forward to Lorne, I’m hoping to catch many of the other shows, and catch up with friends afterwards. “Festivals are great.” Audiences of all ages at this festival will be treated to cabaret shows, dance, music, street performances, entertaining children’s shows and more, in venues across Lorne. The lineup includes rockabilly trio The Rechords, dynamic Melbourne sextet The Tiger and Me, acapella vocal quartet The Nymphs, Burlesque beauties Gypsy Wood and Maude Davey, Mikelangelo as Johnny Cash in Song of the Outlaw and Tina Del Twist and Wes Snelling in Kiosk. For families there’s Icarus Roo’d, Dislocate in Three Speed Crunch Box circus show and

workshop, and the lights, and energetic dance theatre of Tradewinds by Polytoxic. The festival headquarters will be the Circus Oz big top on the lawns of the Mantra; the venue for the opening night Cabaret, Saturday night’s main shows and much of the children’s program. There will be shows at Qdos Arts, Marks Restaurant, the beautiful Lorne Theatre, the Ovenhouse Restaurant, the Erskine Ballroom, the Grand Pacific Hotel and Lorne Foreshore Caravan Park. The festival could not happen if it wasn’t for the work of 40 volunteers, the Lorne Business and Tourism Association (Love Lorne) committee, Penny Whitehead in festival production, Emma Jarman in operations, Cath Hedge in production management, and festival director Monique Harvey. With 20 years in the arts and involvement in every one of Melbourne’s major festivals, Ms Harvey said she was truly looking forward to seeing every show over the weekend. “We get such an amazing calibre of artists, and word has really spread. The artists love it, and having a festival here gives locals an opportunity to see so many acts, and people from Melbourne can get away for a weekend. “Lorne is just visually beautiful, with so many beautiful things to do. It’s beautiful that the community has embraced the festival. I want to make sure people love it.” The Lorne Festival of Performing Arts is over the weekend of September 6 to 8. For tickets head to lovelornefestival.com.au or call 1300 365 901. Syd Sydney ydney n performer Christa Christa t Hughes s will will delight audiences with an eclectic mix of genres in her shows in Lorne this September.

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Aireys gets Artrageous BY TIFFANY PILCHER IT’S time to don your most creative costumes, body paint or whatever else you can dream up for Wear Artrageous in Aireys Inlet on Saturday night. The annual event is a showcase of incredibly inventive creations for the human form and Surf Coast Arts committee member Kelly Dyer expects the standard to be extremely high again this year. “We have seen outfits made from everything from feathers and nests to beer bottles and other recycled items,” she said. “A lot of it is recycled or found objects, it’s wonderful to see so many fabulous artists doing amazing things with virtually nothing – who knows what we’ll see this year!” Performers and artists from all over the Surf Coast and hinterland are taking part this year as well as some first time performers from Melbourne. Each artist has a model or performer to parade their creation accompanied by their choice in music and lighting. Ms Dyer said because the artists have so much control over all of the elements of the show, it’s always a surprising, unique night. “I’m always delighted by the unexpected creativity that’s shown on the night, what both the performers and the creators do is extraordinary. “It’s a fantastic celebration of art.”

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Outrageous antics at a previous Wear Artrageous event. This year’s spectacular celebration of art will be held on Friday at the Aireys Inlet Community Hall.

THE PWMU Cookbook has become an icon; an essential book for any Australian kitchen, full of simple, economical and healthy recipes and handy hints. It was first published in 1904 by the Presbyterian Women’s Missionary Union. The PWMU Cookbook has made it through wars, depressions and recessions, becoming Australia’s oldest continuously published cookbook, remaining a bestseller, and continues to inspire home cooks. This year, will not only see its 114th edition, but also the recent release of From Suet to Saffron: A history of the PWMU Cookbook in Victoria 1904-

2012, by Melbourne-based historian Fiona Bligh. From Suet to Saffron shows how food, culture, variety, prosperity and hardship have all impacted and changed Australian cuisine over the years. “From its first publication in 1904 The PWMU Cookbook has showcased how Australians cook and eat at home,” Ms Bligh said. “Regular revisions of its contents have shown the impact of immigration, technology and the changing role of women in Australian culture.” From Suet to Saffron was launched in Melbourne last month, and is available online at mosaicresources.com.au/titles/9781743240595, or your local bookstore by request to publisher Mosaic Resources via email contact@mosaicresources. com.au or on 9470 6650.

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Meredith gets lucky with huge lineup BY TIFFANY PILCHER MEREDITH Music Festival has once again proven their booking prowess, announcing the lineup for this year’s event which is as diverse as the people who attend. In keeping with the tradition of bringing the funkiest forefathers of modern music to Victoria, 70s disco pioneers Chic are appearing with their founder and industry superstar Nile Rogers. Chic had massive hits in the 70s with “Le Freak”, “Dance, Dance, Dance” and “Everybody Dance”. Rogers collaborated with Daft Punk on their latest album Random Access Memories, co-writing and playing guitar on “Get Lucky”, “Lose Yourself to Dance” and “Give Life Back to Music”. Rogers has also produced albums for David Bowie, Duran Duran, Mick Jagger and Madonna and composed soundtracks for a number of films including Coming to America and Semi Pro, for

which he co-wrote the song “Love Me Sexy” with Will Ferrell. The man credited with inventing techno, Derrick May will also be taking the stage. May released the enduring electro anthem “Strings of Life” in 1988 with his band Rhythm is Rhythm and has been changing the landscape of electronic dance music ever since. Atlanta five-piece Deerhunter are also appearing at the festival due to an incredibly high volume of requests along with controversial psychedelic rockers Brian Jonestown Massacre, featuring Rolling Stones founding guitarist Brian Jones. Melvins, Spiderbait, Beasts of Bourbon, Hermitude, Beaches and Joey Bada$$ are just some of the other huge acts set to grace the stage at the three-day festival. Head to mmf.com.au for the full lineup and to sign up for the second round of the ticket ballot.

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Roll out the Barolo WELL, I rolled out of bed, into the shower, into the kitchen for breakfast, then rather quickly into the car running late for the packed 8.15am train that rolled and cajoled up the track to unload me at Southern Cross Station. It was then onto a tram heading up the hill to the comfort of Comme restaurant/bar where the much anticipated Barolo Masterclass with Giovanni Angeli from Massolino was kicking off at 10am. The place was buzzing, as all attendees were avid fans and it’s not every day you get this sort of treatment with a famous producer opening up on all things Barolo. When all was set and ready, it was time to roll out the Barolo. For those wondering what all the fuss is about, Barolo is the famed red wine village in the Piedmont region of Alba up in the north west of Italy – some see it as the Burgundy of Italy. The three main red grape varieties grown in Alba are Nebbiolo (the ‘King’), Barbera, and Dolcetto. The other famous village alongside Barolo is Barbaresco but that’s a story for another day. Today the focus is on the wines produced by Massolino in the Serralunga d’Alba commune located on the eastern edge of the Barolo DOCG. Here, the soils are chalky and water retentive which helps produce wines with extra depth and intensity with distinctive minerality and savoury elements alongside the incredible purity and freshness in the tannin and acid structure of the wines. Massolino is owned and run by the brothers Roberto and Franco Massolino and is considered one of the most consistent producers in the region with prime vineyard holdings producing wines across the quality spectrum including a super premium Riserva from the legendary Vigna Rionda vineyard and also the Parussi vineyard in nearby Castiglione Falletto, which was purchased only recently in 2007. It’s a small estate, quite humble to the observer and the brothers philosophy is simple: they see themselves as not winemakers, but preservers of their style, which is all about knowing the wine, knowing the site and sticking to the “less is more” approach. It certainly serves them well with the wines all showing an overall theme of clean, pure, elegance, alongside structure and harmony. Roll out the Barolo indeed!

quite light to medium in colour and on the palate, it showcases the grape with super fresh dark berry spice, vibrant cherry/cola like aroma’s and soft savoury fruit. Just terrific!

2012 Massolino Barbera D’Alba DOC ($39) Grapes for this wine are harvested from low yielding 10- to 35-year-old vines that produce a darker, more concentrated fruit profile that is wonderfully expressive with a nice balance of spice, acid and tannin that’s so pure, fresh and inviting. There’s a core of rich cherry fruit with ripe aromatics and dry savoury edge but the highlight is the beautiful balance and weight on the palate. Again, it’s the Massolino style of structure and harmony realizing this wines potential. Simply gorgeous.

2009 Massolino Barolo ($85) There were many incredible single vineyard wines on show on the day and unfortunately the wines are on very slim allocations and are very expensive. However, this “entry level” Barolo sources its fruit from a mix of sub zones within the Serralunga region. The emphasis is on generosity with the mouth feel definitely richer – very approachable drinking now.

2012 Massolino Dolcetto D’Alba DOC ($32) The founding father of disco, Nile Rogers is set to hit the Meredith Music Festival this year alongside his band Chic and a whole list of other major local and international acts.

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Sous chef Pearce Gearon and chef de parti Simon Jeffrey joined the Hanners team this month and have a combined 33 years of experience, specialising in contemporary Australian style cooking. Both have a wealth of local and international experience, Mr Gearon has worked throughout Australia and South East Asia and Mr Jeffrey has worked in Spain and London. They are joining forces at Hanners and have tailored a special Fatherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day lunch specials menu that is sure to delight any dad. Some of the delicious dishes dads can choose from are sticky pork ribs served with house made barbeque sauce served with Cajun fries, Atlantic salmon served with tomato olive caper salsa and side vegetables or pumpkin, sage, pine nut ravioli in a light cream sauce. To make the day even more special, dads will have the chance to win a round of 18 holes of golf for two on Peppers The Sands Resort Torquayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s championship golf course including carts valued at over $180. As well as enjoying the open fire and relaxed atmosphere overlooking the golf course, every dad will also be treated to a complimentary house beverage for every dad with lunch. Bookings are essential, to make a reservation call Hanners Restaurant on 5264 3333.

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Geelongâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s got a new fringe BY ALI DEANE THE inaugural Geelong Fringe Festival is an exciting new event that will investigate risk and innovation of the arts in Geelong next month. The multifaceted arts festival, which launches on Sunday, combines cross media and cross disciplinary art making with subversive theatre and music shows, and also features a week long collaborative program for young artists called the New Wilderness. Geelong Fringe is all about making things and Courthouse ARTS will be the hub for arts innovation and the incubation of new and exciting ideas from new and exciting artists. From 5pm on Sunday, catch A Conversation in the Key ofâ&#x20AC;Świth Stephen Cummings and emerging artist Sophia Katos. Burke and Wills: The Expedition, written, arranged and produced Ashley Davies will premier at the festival on September 4 at 7.30pm. Thursday from 6pm will see Creative Circle; living studio installations will come alive in The New Wilderness on Friday night (September 6 from 6pm), Saturday boasts a double bill featuring Insomnia Cat Came to Stay (6pm) and The Unspoken Word is â&#x20AC;&#x153;Joeâ&#x20AC;? at 8pm.

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Psychic to bring gifts to Geelong BY TIFFANY PILCHER IF YOU have ever wished you could contact a loved one who has passed away, you may now have a chance as gifted psychic medium Charmaine Wilson

Celebrated psychic and spirit whisperer Charmaine Wilson will connect people with their loved ones who have passed away in Geelong this September.

is coming to Geelong for a show in September. Wilson tapped into her abilities to communicate with spirits for the first time when she was 38. She then went on to win the hit television competition, The One. She said as she has experienced great loss herself including the death of her brother and four-year-old daughter through separate tragic accidents. She has the ability to connect deeply with those who need closure. “I really do feel for these people because I have the depth of compassion and empathy needed to understand what they are going through,” she said. “What I do is not for everyone but if I can help someone who hasn’t been able to move forward in life then it’s worthwhile. “The message from the spirits is always don’t let their death cripple you but their life inspire you.” Wilson said she is looking forward to giving audiences a chance to connect with those who have passed over in order to give messages of peace and love. “It’s like watching a movie screen in my head but with distorted sound, I am able to interpret what is coming through and then convey that to my audience.” Charmaine Wilson will be at the Drama Theatre, Geelong Performing Arts Centre, 50 Little Malop Street, Geelong on September 11 at 7.30pm. Tickets are $50 and available from gpac.org.au or by calling 5255 1200.

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Inspired by the naturally occurring coastal forms around him, Yuulong artist Brian Worsley (pictured) is holding his first solo exhibition. Titled Mother Nature’s Coastal Formations, the exhibition is open at the Colac Otway Performing Arts and Cultural Centre (COPACC). The show has been running since early August, but you’ll have to be quick to see it if you haven’t already, as it closes on August 30. For the exhibition, Worsley drew inspriation from his observations of the patterns and shapes in water, rock, seashells, and driftwood and how they constantly change with the light and season. Working with mixed media, acrylics and pencil, Worsley has created a number of works that reflect his love of flowing forms. The exhibition is free and open at COPACC on the corner of Gellibrand and Rae Streets, Colac from 8.30am to 10.30pm.

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VicRoads’ century celebrated EVER put a key in the ignition? Registered a vehicle? Hopped on a bus or tram? Gone on an epic road trip? Buckle up – the National Wool Museum has got one heck of a ride for you. The museum has teamed up with VicRoads to explore the last 10 decades of road history featuring never-before-seen images from Geelong and its surrounds. Driving Geelong is a fascinating mix of cutting edge interactive technology and archive images that will engage all ages. VicRoads regional director south western region William Tieppo said that for a century, VicRoads and its predecessors had been connecting people to their families, jobs and recreation by developing and maintaining Victoria’s arterial road network. “The original Country Roads Board was formed in 1913 and since then, the road authorities have contributed to economic prosperity and social wellbeing by making existing roads operate more efficiently and reliably over the decades. “This photographic exhibition is a wonderful representation of

the journey of how we have been connecting Victorians over the last 100 years.” Mr Tieppo also mentioned the industry partners who have come on board to enable VicRoads to share its history with all Victorians. “Without the support from Leighton Contractors, John Holland, Sinclair Knight Merz, BusVic, and GHD we wouldn’t have been able to bring this show to Geelong,” he said. Cr Tony Ansett, the City of Greater Geelong’s portfolio holder for heritage said the interactive games, slideshows and large scale photography in the exhibition were a fun way to discover the complexities of traffic planning and most importantly of how roads have and continue to connect people and place.” Driving Geelong is at the National Wool Museum from September 7 until November 10. For more information visit nwm.vic.gov.au or call 5272 4701. A photo from the Driving Geelong exhibition at the National Wool Museum, which shows cars parked on the beach next to Spring Creek in Torquay in 1959. The exhibition opens on September 7.

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Wholefoods not for cracked pots AN AFTERNOON nap is so restorative. It seems an hour spent dozing is sometimes worth a full night’s sleep in terms of energy replenishment. Food can be the same and I have a thoroughly untested, unscientific theory based only on my experience. Processed food seems to take energy and the opposite is true of wholefoods. If I eat a bowl of sugary cereal in the morning, it gives me a feeling of immediate energy followed by a craving for more. When I have a bowl of wholefood muesli or porridge I have energy to tackle the day and am less likely to snack again. My mother-in-law has a theory that one should not eat anything from a paper bag. A great friend’s father used to “chew” milk, claiming it aided digestion. I am quite willing to admit such theories are “home grown” and possibly even crackpot, but if someone feels healthier then who am I to judge? Returning to my theory of processed food, it is most probably explained by blood sugar levels and the Glycemic Index of foods. Usually the more processed foods have a higher glycemic index and simply burn faster in the body. In another life, I did some consulting work for Macro, a wholefoods and organic chain of stores. I spent four weeks in the USA looking at wholefoods. My conclusion is moderation. Not necessarily organic, but fresh, seasonal and local produce is the way to go. Feeling good about eating gets back to a balanced diet. I do like the idea of not eating anything from a bag (or cardboard box or plastic). The following recipe is for minestrone. A wonderful, low GI meal which tastes better a few days after being made. The Italians don’t have much time for the science, they just know good food. Do not try eating this from a paper bag!

Minestrone INGREDIENTS - Extra virgin olive oil - 2 onions, diced - 8 cloves of garlic, each cut into 3-4 pieces - 1 cup diced celery - 2 large carrots, peeled and diced - 2 cups Savoy cabbage, chopped - 2 bay leaves - 1 tin cannellini beans

- 350g of peeled and diced waxy potatoes - 200g peeled Italian tomatoes - 150g spinach, roughly chopped - 1 cup parsley, roughly chopped - 100g of carnaroli rice - Salt and pepper - 60g Parmesan rind, cut into 1cm cubes - Freshly grated Parmesan

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Celebrate dad At The Heads BY TIFFANY PILCHER AT THE Heads is making sure everyone has a special Father’s Day next weekend with a unique specials menu and live music designed to put a smile on every dad’s dial. The specials will be available for breakfast and lunch and are set to feature a tempting array of fresh seafood and other delicious delicacies. There will be live music during happy hour from 3pm to 5pm when you can kick back and take advantage of special prices on all house wines, tap beers and basic spirits. At The Heads events coordinator Laura Hill said it would be a fantastic day for families to

celebrate their fathers. “Its’ a kid friendly restaurant, we’ll have some great specials, plenty of seafood, live music and the fire will be going. “Of course everyone can enjoy the excellent view we have here too.” For those who have their heart set on their favourite At The Heads dish, the regular menu will also be available on the day. Ms Hill said the restaurant books out each year for Father’s Day so to secure your spot, call them now on 5254 1277. At The Heads, Jetty Road Barwon Heads will be open from 8am on Father’s Day, September 1.

Dads are sure to love the selection of delicious fresh seafood and produce, live music and relaxing atmosphere at At The Heads restaurant this Father’s Day.

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Girls Night Out 2013 on its way GIRLS, grab your diaries and save the date. Girls Night Out is set to be bigger and better than ever. The event, hosted by Bells Beach Christian Church, is a great opportunity for girls of all ages to get together for a night of fashion, fun and styling tips. Stylist Trish Gagliardi has been invited to be part of the event again. Marg Delaney, owner of Donna Bella Lingerie, is a bra fitting consultant who also specialises in fitting women who have had breast cancer. She will also be sharing during the night. This year, a special woman will also be spoilt with a makeover. The selected woman will receive a full makeover including skin care and treatments from Luminosity Skin and Laser Clinic, hair restyling from Temple Hair and fashion styling and wardrobe make over from Trish G Styling and Donna Bella Lingerie. A spokesperson for the evening said they were asking for nominations from the public for a makeover girl who deserves some pampering. “Maybe it’s your girlfriend who always puts others’ needs before their own, a woman who keeps a positive attitude through tough times, or a neighbour who has impacted our community.”

Nominations close on September 13. Email the name and contact details of the deserving woman, including your own details to gno@bbcc.com.au and say in 200 words or less why she should win. Girls Night Out will be held at the Surf Coast Shire Grant Pavilion, Merrijig Drive, Torquay on October 19 at 7pm. Tickets are $35 each and include decadent desserts, a handful of mini makeovers, extravagant prizes as well as supporting Pink Ribbon this year. Bookings can be made by emailing gno@bbcc.com.au.

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BRIAN Cadd, Sandi Thom (UK), Dallas Frasca, Cleveland Blues, The Little Stevies, Jay Hoad, Sweethearts, Bowie Jane, Dan and Amy, Slime Dine and the Prairie Kings and The Dub Captains are heading our way. But that’s just a taste of the lineup for this year’s Anglesea Music Festival (AMF), with more names to be announced soon. The festival features a mixed lineup of local, regional, national and international acts as well as household names of tomorrow – something for everyone, and was awarded Australia Day Community Event of the Year from the Surf Coast Shire. Anglesea will be a hive of entertainment from October 18-20, and it promises to be the most exciting AMF to date. Sandi Thom is one of Scotland’s finest musical exports, AMF will be an exclusive Victorian show for her October tour, and the singer-songwriter will be hitting the stage with the Shannon Bourne Trio. Thom and Bourne, known as one of the country’s best electric blues guitarists, together with the trio promises to be a show that will captivate and enchant.

Melbourne’s riff rocker Dallas Frasca is no stranger to festivals, having played Big Day Out, Falls Festival, Bluesfest, Pyramid Rock, Festival of the Sun, Queenscliff and Southbound. Frasca will rock AMF with drummer Zane Rosanoski and Jeff Curran on guitar. London based Australian singer-songwriter, Bowie Jane is also no stranger to the stage. The lawyer by day, pop singer by night writes her own tracks and her pop music is truly catchy. Anglesea Music Festival was awarded the Australia Day (2013) Community Event of the Year and festival director Karren Stoneham and the dedicated AMF team welcome fans to this year’s festival. Early Bird tickets are flying out the door with the final lineup to be announced within days. Don’t miss 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. Zane Rosanoski, Dallas Frasca and Jeff Curran are Dallas Frasca – hitting the AMF stage this October in Anglesea.

We’re all about spoiling dad Treat your dad to an unforgettable Father’s Day experience this year at Peppers The Sands Resort, Torquay. Hanners Restaurant at Peppers The Sands Resort is offering menu specials, specifically designed with dad in mind, to make this day all about him! Not only will every dad receive a complimentary house beverage with his lunch he will also go into the draw for the chance to win a round of golf for two, on our championship golf course, valued at over $180.

Father’s Day Sunday, 1st September 2013 Bookings are essential. Please phone Hanners Restaurant on 03 5264 3333

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Donnelly’s botanical beauties on show BY ALI DEANE A LOVE for nature and an intricate knowledge of plants brings a beautiful new exhibition to the walls of Queenscliff’s Salt Contemporary Art Gallery. The artist is horticulturalist turned botanical artist Rosemary Donnelly from Geelong, and the show True to Life; Works of a Botanical Nature, is a series of watercolours on show until September 8. Some of the works have been over a year in the making, as Ms Donnelly sometimes waits up to a year for a plant to fruit or flower, on top of months of highly detailed and meticulous layering techniques. Donnelly accesses specimens and references in the Geelong Botanic Gardens and her own garden is a constant source of inspiration. “The garden takes a back seat now. When I have got a project on, that’s where my mind is and it takes all my energy. “It is really expressing a joy of the natural world. I have always adored the beauty in nature. “They say a botanical work can show more detail than a photograph. “You become so intimate with each specimen. You

discover so many things. There is a wonder with each subject you paint.” Donnelly specialises in painting fruit and vegetables, with dozens of paintings of plums, pears, pomegranates, peaches, pineapples, persimmons and pumpkins, among others in her collection. “I am interested in textures and attracted to the rounded shapes and beautiful colours. I love doing fruit on the branch. You can play with textures of the fruit, wood and leaves. “Art has become so important in my life that I just can’t imagine it not being there. I wake up in the morning and I just can’t wait to get started. I don’t ever want to give it up. It is too much fun!” Donnelly will also be holding a botanical art workshop at Salt Contemporary on August 31 from 10am to 1pm – bookings essential. Using the rounded, sensual shape of a pear as a subject, Donnelly will teach students how to achieve a glowing translucent effect using artist quality watercolours on hot pressed paper. Salt Contemporary Art can be found at 33-35 Hesse Street, Queenscliff. For more information head to The intricate detail of a bird of paradise by Geelong artist Rosemary Donnelly will be on show amongst salt-art.com.au or phone 5258 3988. many other watercolours at Salt Contemporary Art Gallery.

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Film highlights moral struggle of animal empathy BY TIFFANY PILCHER A FREE film screening at the Torquay Senior Citizens Club on Friday will have the audience thinking about the ethics of traditional farming culture. A riveting story of transformation, Peaceable Kingdom: The Journey Home explores the awakening conscience of several people who grew up in traditional farming culture and who have now come to question the basic assumptions of their way of life. The film provides insight into the farmers’ sometimes amazing connections with the animals under their care, while also making clear the complex web of social, psychological and economic forces that have led them to their present dilemma. Producer James LaVeck said the film shatters stereotypical notions of farming life.

“Most of us are unaware of the painful initiation many farm kids go through when they discover they must choose between their natural empathy for animals and their desire to be accepted by their family and community. Director Jenny Stein said the filmmaker’s goal was to sensitively and accurately portray that moral struggle while also providing a rare glimpse into the emotional lives of farm animals. “The way the animals communicate their individuality and their unmistakable caring for each other turns out to be one of the most commented-upon aspects of this film,” she said. Peaceable Kingdom: The Journey Home will be screened at the Senior Citizens Club, 16 Price St Torquay at 7pm on August 30. Attendance is free and a question and answer session hosted by Paul Mahony from Melbourne Pig Save will follow.

Director Jenny Stein with one of the stars of the confronting and affecting documentary film Peaceable Kindom: The Journey Home, which will be screening for free at the Torquay Senior Citizens Club on August 30.

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by Robert Galbraith (aka J.K. Rowling) THE latest offering by JK Rowling written under the pseudonym of Robert Galbraith may not please diehard fans of the magical Harry Potter series, but it does deliver on all fronts as a great thriller. Tightly plotted, the shambolic character of private investigator Cormoran Strike, whose private life is beyond redemption, his soul quietly tortured and heart you suspect is splintered beyond repair by the diabolical Charlotte, is quite brilliantly portrayed. There are some parallels with Harry Potter; Cormoran is definitely the underdog, and initially one detective that you are unlikely to feel much sympathy for. He’s not good looking, has one leg – the other was blown off in the Afghanistan war – lives alone in his office and is the illegitimate child of a famous rock god. With his agency falling apart at the seams, Cormoran, in fact, seems destined to fail. It’s a beautiful device by Rowling since the hero doesn’t overwhelm you. So when he does get it right, you’re actually quite astounded. His offsider, the highly likeable temp Robin who is desperate to win a job with Cormoran and whose intelligence is a Holmes to his Sherlock, is also very clever. With all the diabolical twists and turns you would suspect of a Rowling novel, I greatly enjoyed this ripping yarn, which is simply the most terrific thriller to curl up by the fire with.

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by Hannah Kent “EVERY family has its secrets. Some are small, like telling a white lie or snooping through a private drawer… and some secrets are so terrible they must be hidden away in a deep, dark place, for if they ever came to light, they would surely tear a family apart.” The Tides look like they have it all – the picture perfect family home “Clifftops” perches high looking across the coast of Dorset, a loving father, doting grandparents, two close sisters. But there is a secret at the heart of the family that inextricably erodes the very fabric of all that is bright and pure and wonderful. Then a fresh start looks like it might emerge for the youngest daughter, Dora. She returns to Clifftops as a young woman. Her greatest wish is that her mother might finally forgive her for a childish mistake and take her back into the family fold. But can some mistakes ever be forgiven? The compelling nature of this novel is the realistic portrayal of the four central characters of the women in the novel; the patriarch – the grandly domineering grandmother who stirred up so much trouble initially, the mother and the two brilliantly drawn sisters Dora and Cassie who deal with the fallout of their beautiful but ambitious mother. This novel rings true in its portrayal of the complex nature of families and the secrets that lie beneath. It would make a brilliant study for bookclub groups, as well as a fabulous novel to read by the beach. Hannah Richell has just written a new book, The Shadow Year and will appear at Great Escape Books on September 20 at 7pm. Free Event but bookings essential. Event courtesy of Get Reading.

Published by Hachette RRP: $19.99 Review by Nicole Maher @ greatescapebooks

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14. The name of which dessert is derived from the French for â&#x20AC;&#x153;white foodâ&#x20AC;?? 15. If a person is ignored by a group, he is said to be â&#x20AC;&#x153;sent to â&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;?? 16. What is the name of the detective novel written by JK Rowling under a pen name? 17. What Russian city will host the 2014 Winter OIympics and the Winter Paralympics? 18. In which movie did actress Louise Fletcher win an Oscar as the character Nurse Ratched? 19. What job did Sting, Mark Knopfler and Brian Ferry all do before they became famous? 20. In which state or territory would you find the Cotter Dam?

7. Which country has the .za domain name? 8. What was the first artificial satellite to be launched into space? 9. Which actor died during the filming of Gladiator? 10. What type of edible fish is sometimes referred to as Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fish? 11. The Gettysburg Address is a famous speech given by which American president? 12. Ben Moreau was the 2013 winner of which popular event held every August in Sydney? 13. How many hydrogen atoms are there in one molecule of water?

1. In which movie did Tom Cruise dance around in his underpants and pink dress shirt to a recording of Bob Segerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Old Time Rock And Rollâ&#x20AC;?? 2. What was the name of the BBC broadcaster who did the weekly Letter From America? 3. In which country was the humanitarian Mother Teresa born? 4. Which religious sect was founded by Joseph Smith after a visitation by an angel named Moroni? 5. What was the name of Lord Nelsonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s flagship at the Battle of Trafalgar? 6. Who is considered to have created the little black dress?

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ÂŠ Joanne Madeline Moore 2013

With diplomacy planet Venus visiting your career zone, patching up problems with work colleagues will be easier now than at other times. Friday should be fabulous, as the sun and Saturn make beautiful music together and your Capricorn creativity really shines. Projects involving education, travel, international contacts and social networking are particularly favoured.

Venus is visiting your relationship zone, so youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re in the mood to morph from a roaring Ram into a loving Lamb. And some amorous singles will fall in love at first sight. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also keen to have fun with family and friends, as your social side switches into overdrive. Plus, with Mars barnstorming into your entertainment zone until October 15 youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re ready to rock â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;n roll!

Cancers can be overly cautious creatures, so you have to be careful life doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t pass you by from the comfort of your cozy Crab cave! With Jupiter jumping through your sign until July 2014 itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to take on a mighty challenge or go on a grand adventure. Be inspired by birthday great Ingrid Bergman â&#x20AC;&#x153;I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t regret a thing Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve done. I only regret the things I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do.â&#x20AC;?

Worrying about money matters wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t solve problems, being practical will. So put energy into devising a workable new financial strategy. Attached Librans, when it comes to your partner, expect the unexpected. Are you sick and tired of being single? Stop looking for love in the same old places. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to step outside your comfort zone and be more adventurous.

Bulls will feel unusually boisterous, as Uranus and Jupiter stir up your spontaneous side yes, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s there somewhere! So itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a wonderful week to shake up your usual routine, and act on impulse, who knows where it may lead? Attached Taureans â&#x20AC;&#x201C; prepare to be surprised by your spouse. Single? You may be drawn to a potential partner whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not your usual type.

Do you feel a bit like the Muddle-Headed Wombat? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t worry if you start the week in a cacophony of confusion, Neptuneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s doing a number on you, and it will be hard to think straight. Friday through to Sunday will be delightfully productive days as you re-focus, plus Saturn and Pluto help you power through projects with plenty of passion and purpose. Go Cats!

Scorpios have a range of superlative talents. You are strong, sexy, passionate, powerful, resilient and resourceful, plus youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also pretty adept at holding onto grudges. But the only person that ends up hurting is yourself. So your motto for the moment is from Mother Teresa born on August 27, 1910 â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we really want to love we must learn how to forgive.â&#x20AC;?

With Saturn moving slowly through your career zone, it will take a while to reach your professional goals. Be patient Aquarius! Draw inspiration from birthday great Lily Tomlin â&#x20AC;&#x153;The road to success is always under construction.â&#x20AC;? Mighty Mars rushes into your relationship zone from August 28 until October 15 so, if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for love, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have to be proactive.

Do you feel as if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re lost in a giant Gemini maze? Things improve as the week progresses, and Saturn and Pluto help you view a problem in a more realistic way. By the time the weekend rolls around youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re firing on all cylinders as you study, socialise, travel, talk, text, tweet and multi-task to the max. Finances are also favoured, as long as youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re not frivolous.

Expect a busy week as Neptune, Saturn, Pluto and Jupiter all make aspects to Mercury your ruling planet. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t waste valuable time wondering what a loved one is thinking, you are probably way off the mark. Instead, put your versatile Virgo mind to good use via reading, writing and vigorous research. Saturday is super for networking, socialising and group activities.

Your Sagittarian gypsy gene is stimulated, as Mars moves into your travel zone and adventure calls! If you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get away between now and October 15 then go journeying in your mind by studying another culture, learning a new language or reading travel books. When it comes to work, creative ideas combined with good communication skills will take you far.

When it comes to a close relationship, do you have ridiculously unrealistic expectations? Or are you jumping to fanciful conclusions? Perhaps itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time for a dose of reality, before it all ends in disappointment and tears. The best way to utilise your over-active imagination is through creative pursuits like photography, art, drama, dance, singing, writing and music.

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PORTARLINGTON 30th August Bellarine International Women’s Group day trip to Melbourne

SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS Buy Bellarine Produce Barn 9am-3pm at Tuckerberry Farm Enquiries 0458 293 695

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

WEDNESDAYS Drysdale T.O.W.N. Club Inc

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

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9.00 am at the Drysdale Football Club rooms Duke St Drysdale. Contact Lyn on 0417536619 or 52531292

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

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

SUNDAYS Anglican Service

SUNDAYS Farmers Market

Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291

8:30am-11:30am at Portarlington Primary School. For more information contact Helen 0432 518 014.

SATURDAYS Exploring edible gardens on the Bellarine

Lorne Anglican-Uniting Church

9am-1pm meet at the Primary School Community Garden. Cycle option 10am. For more information call 5259 2021

SUNDAYS Display of HISTORIC PHOTOGRAPHS and MEMORABILIA

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

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

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

SUNDAYS Open Mic for youth, under 21’s

SATURDAYS Community Market

BELLBRAE SUNDAYS Uniting Church Worship 11am at Uniting Church, Cnr Anglesea and School Road. www.surfcoast.ucaweb.com.au

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

OCEAN GROVE

3 Tobin Drive next to the Pilot’s Jetty. Phone for a program to be sent to you on 5258 3367. Or email qnhouse@fastmail.fm

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

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

Buddhist Philosophy classes Mon 7.30pm-8.30pm, Tues 11am-12pm Healing Meditation Tues 1-2pm Meditation Fri 11am-12pm Upcoming events: Calm Abiding Retreat 23rd-25th August 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

Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291

Torquay Garden Club Every 4th Tuesday. 7.30pm at the Senior Citizens Rooms Price Street. New members welcome. Phone 5264 7476.

THURSDAYS Free meetings Torquay Philosophy 2pm-4.30pm at The Pear Tree Cafe, Gilbert St. Inquiries: Michael 52647484

Meditation and Ways to release stress 10.30am-12.30pm at Spring Creek Community House , 14 Price Street. Gold coin donation. For more information contact Jean 5264 7484.

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

Torquay Playgroup 9.30am-11am at Torquay Christian Fellowship at 25 Grossmans Road Enquiries Kirsty on 0408 719 861

SATURDAYS Torquay Central Farmer’s Market SUNDAYS Torquay & District Historical Society Open every Sunday throughout winter 2pm-4pm at the old Police Station, 18 Price Street.

Uniting Church Worship

Torquay Salvos Christian Church

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-Mondays 5.30pm-7pm & 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 October 14th Cert III Aged Care

PORTARLINGTON

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Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 35 Boston Road. All enquiries www.salvors.org.au/torquay

Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291

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

Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291

Bellarine Community Health

TUESDAYS Coastal Sound Youth & Children’s Chior

9:30am at Uniting Church, 27 Anderson Street. www.surfcoast.ucaweb.com.au

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Bellarine Community Health

This month Graeme Robin talks about travels through the Northern Hemisphere. Every 3rd Monday at 10am at the Senior Citizens Rooms in Price Street. Enquiries to 5261 9001 or 0438 581 862

Bellarine Community Health

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DrolKar Buddhist Centre

POINT LONSDALE

Clifton Springs Play Group

Torquay Ladies Probus Club

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

PARAPARAP

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

Bellarine Community Health

Queenscliff Neighbourhood House

Prostate Support Group

3pm-5.30pm on every 2nd month. Barwon Heads Hotel Bristo. Call Jill on 0431 606 476

QUEENSCLIFF Well Women’s Clinics Pap Test Phone 5251 2291

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BARWON HEADS

3.30-5.30pm at 35 Boston Rd, Torquay www.salvos.org.au/torquay

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Service 10 am each Sunday, All Saints or St Cuthbert’s Contact Lynton 0418 831 703 OR 03 5289 5220 for other services

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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.

FRIDAYS Port Produce

31st August Old Time Dance

LORNE

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

Portarlington Senior Citizens Centre

8pm-12pm at the Community Hall

LEOPOLD

Open from 10.30am to 1pm at 5a McMillan Street. Meets every second Thursday of the month at 10am.

Combined Probus Club of Torquay Surfcoast Meets 2nd Monday of each month. 10am at the Lion’s Village, Kooringa Place. Contact Yvonne on 5261 9120

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

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

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

WINCHELSEA MONDAYS 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

Annual Art & Photography Show Entry forms are now available for show to be held on 1st-4th November Contact Norma on 5267 2243

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Tuesday 27 August 2013

Sports clubs urged to compete in Wipe off 5 for $5,000

TAC chief executive officer Janet Dore (third from right) said the AFL provided inspiration for the Wipe off 5 campaign with their plan to wipe the five off the 50 metre arcs over the weekend.

SPORTING clubs across country Victoria are reminded to support the TAC’s drive to Wipe off 5 and potentially win $5,000 for their club. It could be your team’s clubrooms in need of renovating, finances to be put towards better training facilities or funds to get new equipment – the cash prize means the choice is yours. All you have to do is submit your club’s idea at wipeoff5.com.au by August 31 and you could win your club $5,000. TAC chief executive officer Janet Dore said the AFL provided inspiration with their plan to wipe the five of the 50 metre arcs last weekend. On Australian sport’s biggest stage, the MCG, Ms Dore was joined by AFL chief officer Andrew Demetriou and Carlton champion Chris Judd to officially remove the fives painted on the ground’s 50 metre arc last week. For the first time ever, the five on the 50 metre arc was removed at every AFL match at the weekend to raise awareness of the TAC’s Wipe off 5 message. “It’s the first time the AFL has altered their onground markings to highlight a community safety message,” Ms Dore said. “We encourage all local clubs and team to think about how they can Wipe off 5 – whether it’s in their on-ground line markings, in the canteen, or in their

warm up time – any ideas to reflect this message will be welcomed,” she said. Ms Dore said the low level speed message was particularly relevant to regional Victorians, who might find it tempting to sneak over the speed limit when driving on country roads. “We know that if every Victorian wiped off five kilometres and stuck to the speed limit, fewer people would die on our roads,” she said. The weekend also marked a special Road Safety Round in TAC Cup and AFL Victoria coordinated road safety activities at a number of VFL matches. Regional Victorians have flocked to the TAC’s Wipe off 5 Roadshow throughout August. Residents from Colac, Warrnambool, Hamilton, Horsham, Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton, Echuca, Swan Hill, Sale, Traralgon and Morwell have all signed the life size letters to pledge their commitment to driving safely on the roads. More information about how to win $5,000 for supporting the drive to Wipe off 5 is at wipeoff5.com.au.

Don’t be too confident, don’t speed NEW Transport Accident Commission (TAC) research has revealed that over confident road users are more likely to speed. The results are revealed in the TAC’s latest Road Safety Monitor, tracking road user attitudes of more than 1,300 drivers and riders across Victoria. The survey has found that the more confidence a road user has in their driving ability, the more likely they are to take unnecessary risks on the roads, especially speeding. When asked how they rate in comparison to other road users, 65 per cent assessed themselves as better than average, and were significantly more likely to: • be males (72 per cent of males rate themselves as better than average, compared with 58 per cent of females)

• be metropolitan drivers or riders (72 per cent versus 62 per cent in regional Victoria), and • be aged 26-39 (73 per cent of people in this age group rate themselves better than average compared with 57 per cent of 18-25 year olds). Those who rated themselves as better than average were also significantly less likely to agree: • that speeding increased their chances of crashing (82 per cent compared to 87 per cent of drivers who rated themselves as average), and • that penalties acted as a deterrent to speeding (82 per cent compared to 87 per cent of self-rated average drivers). Assistant Treasurer and Minister responsible for TAC Gordon Rich-Phillips said it was the first time that perceptions of driver competence had been

included in the Road Safety Monitor and the findings were concerning. “It’s up to all of us to set a good example for newer drivers,” Mr Rich-Phillips said. “The latest Road Safety Monitor has also found that drivers aged 18 to 25 were more likely to pick routes to avoid police and believe they were less likely to be caught speeding. “We know that new young drivers are over represented in road trauma, mainly due to inexperience, which for some is compounded by over confidence in their driving ability and deliberate risk taking. This survey is a reminder that the more experienced drivers and riders on the roads have an important role to play in setting the standard of good driving.”

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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.

Support the drive to Wipe off 5 and you could win $5,000. Tell us how you’ll Wipe off 5 and you could win one of ﬁve prizes of $5000. The best idea in each of ﬁve categories will win: Best individual, Best workplace, Best sporting club, Best group and Best school. Enter now at wipeoff5.com.au or #wipeoff 5

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Tuesday 27 August 2013

healthy living

Labor looks to improve care for cancer patients BY JAMES TAYLOR CANCER patients in the Geelong region will be part of a new national support network proposed by the federal government. Last week, the federal government announced $15 million for the 34 cancer care nurse coordinators, with one to be based at the Andrew Love Cancer Centre in Geelong. The initiative is expected to benefit at least 7,600 rural cancer patients and their families across Australia over four years. Minister for Health Tanya Plibersek said the

coordinators would provide patients with vital information about the illness and its treatment and help patients navigate the health system, connecting them with health services and with community support and resources. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Australian cancer patients now have the best overall survival rates in the world, and this investment will continue to improve the lives of Australians touched by cancer, no matter where they live. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This funding is on top of the record $4.1 billion investment in cancer screening, treatment and care made by this government since 2007.â&#x20AC;?

Corio federal MP Richard Marles said extra support for cancer patients and their families in the Geelong region was an important issue for their community. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I am delighted that Geelong will see a cancer care nurse coordinator at the Andrew Love Cancer Centre. â&#x20AC;&#x153;This comes on top of considerable investment in health and hospitals for the Geelong region â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which means more doctors, nurses and beds and more people cared for; less waiting time in emergency departments and people getting their surgery done sooner.â&#x20AC;?

Plan to ban solariums applauded BY JAMES TAYLOR THE Skin and Cancer Foundation has applauded the state governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s moves to create a ban on solariums. On Wednesday, Health Minister David Davis announced commercial tanning units would be banned across Victoria from 2015. The foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s president, Associated Professor Chris Baker, said people who first used a sunbed before the age of 35 had increased their chances of developing melanoma by 59 per cent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Australians are four times more likely to develop a common skin cancer than any other form of cancer. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Each year, more Australians are killed by skin cancer than road accidents.â&#x20AC;? The Skin and Cancer Foundation has been calling for the ban for several years

and joined forces with a number of other health groups last year to lobby for the ban. The state governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Radiation Amendment Bill 2013 was introduced last week and, when passed, will ban the commercial use of solariums in Victoria. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The government should be applauded for this legislation,â&#x20AC;? Associate Professor Baker said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In 20-34 year olds, melanoma kills more young Australians than any other single cancer.â&#x20AC;? Mr Davis said last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bill came almost six years after Clare Oliver lost her battle with melanoma after bringing the risks associated with solariums to the attention of many Australians. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The decision to ban solariums in Victoria is in line with similar provisions announced in New South Wales, South Australia and Tasmania.â&#x20AC;?

The state government has moved to ban solariums.

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Cotton On staff running for crib BY HAMISH BROOKS THE health and wellbeing department at Cotton On is looking to make a baby’s day, with their Cribathon fundraiser. Department spokesperson Elli Kennedy said that health and wellbeing is a high priority at Cotton On with staff encouraged to achieve their health and fitness goals. “Previously we’ve had over 100 staff partake in events such as the Hobart Marathon, Great Ocean Road Marathon, Tough Mudda, just to name a few.” This time around Ms Kennedy said a fundraising goal would be attached to the next challenge of health and wellbeing participants. “The Surf Coast Century is the first time we have worked alongside Cotton On Foundation to raise funds for a local and fantastic cause. “We have 34 volunteer runners from our head office competing in the Surf Coast Century 100 kilometre challenge on September 21, running between 21 kilometres and 50 kilometres all to raise $15,000 to purchase a much needed humidicrib for the special care nursery at Geelong Hospital.

“So far we’ve raised just over $3,000 but we hope more sponsors and the general public can donate to help us reach our target of $15,000.” The Special Care Nursery at the Geelong Hospital children’s ward is undergoing a $4 million community-funded redevelopment, which aims to provide space for more cribs and storage, a separate treatment room and parent’s room plus the purchase of new equipment. Ms Kennedy said $15,000 would buy a humidicrib for the nursery and will give ill or premature newborn infants a better chance at life. The gruelling Surf Coast Century 100 kilometre ultra trail run takes in the famous Great Ocean Road along the Surf Coast. Donations can be made directly at mycause.com. au/cottononcribathon or by contacting Ged Brody at ged.brody@cottonon.com.au. Visit cottononfoundation.org to learn more about the Cotton On Foundation. Cotton On staff are running in the Surf Coast Century to raise money for a humidicrib at the Special Care Nursery at Geelong Hospital.

DisabilityCare participants can lead the way BY JAMES TAYLOR PEOPLE in the Geelong region who are involved in the DisabilityCare Australia trial have been invited to lead the way through a new advocacy program organised by the state government. Last week, Minister for Disability Services and Reform Mary Wooldridge announced nominations were open to join the LEAD (Leading, Educating, Advocating for Disability) Barwon program. She said LEAD would give participants the chance to develop their leadership, communication

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Semi final spots sealed BY ALI DEANE WHILE league leaders Queenscliff enjoyed a rest on the weekend, the Bellarine Football League Final series kicked off with two tightly fought battles between the top teams at Portarlington Recreation Reserve. The elimination final between Torquay and Ocean Grove and qualifying final that saw Drysdale meet Geelong Amateur were both matches of absolute importance, to secure coveted semi final berths. Geelong Amateur began the game well on Saturday taking a narrow lead into quarter time. But strong second and third quarters from Drysdale saw the 2009/2010 premiers taking down the Ammo’s at the final siren 14.14 (98) to 13.14 (92). Hawks coach John Fitzgerald commended Geelong Amateur’s firing start, but admitted his boys had been really prepared and confident going in to the weekend’s clash. “Everything was going right for them (Geelong Amateur), but we hung in there, and in the second half of that first quarter we worked our way back in. “We had really good second and third quarters and we stuck at it.

“We were in pretty good condition; we’d had hard games heading into finals and that’s always good. “It was a really tightly fought battle, and a great result; it’s always exciting to play those close ones.” The Hawks will face a formidable Queenscliff side this weekend (Saturday) in the semi finals; a meeting Fitzgerald said will be tough. “We’ll be going in as the underdogs, but we’re where we want to be, we’ve been working really hard in our games on Saturdays, and we’ll keep things ticking over this week. “This is huge, all clubs have been working really hard to get the chance to play finals, to play the grand final, and a chance to win the premiership.” Sunday’s elimination final was an upset, as fifth placed Ocean Grove toppled fourth placed Torquay in a repeat of the previous week’s game. Ocean Grove won 14.13 (97) to 13.16 (94). At the three quarter mark Torquay led the Grubbers 11.13 (79) to 10.11 (71). With the Tiger’s finals hopes dashed, Ocean Grove will meet Geelong Amateur this weekend in the second of the semi finals on Sunday in Torquay. Anticipation couldn’t be higher; this time next week we will have our two grand final sides locked in for the big day on September 14.

BFL FOOTBALL FINALS Second Semi Finals - August 31

Local impact TOP: Local surfers made an impact at the Australian Surf Festival at Port Macquarie this month. Jan Juc’s Greg Brown displays one of his trademark cutbacks on a glassy New Haven face during the Australian Surf Festival in Port Macquarie last week. Brownie posted an impressive heat total of 16.00 in the Over-50 Men’s final to take the title over Richard Smith (NSW) and Gary Burden (NSW). Local surfer John Lane of Torquay placed fourth. Bob Smith surfed into fourth in the Over-65 Men, and Sam Suendermann glided into third in the Open Women of the Australian Longboard Titles last Sunday. During the event titles for Surfmasters, Logger and Single Fin were also surfed for. ABOVE: On Friday, the 14th and final day of the festival saw Torquay’s Steve Kay placed second in the Surfmasters Over 55 Men and Rowan Sapwell from Jan Juc land third in the Over 50 Men. Photos: NIKON/SMITH - SNSW

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MY BIG CATCH WITH GARRY KERR

FISHING REPORT ANGLESEA Some whiting to be caught close in shore once again when access allows Still some pinkies around as well as trevally being caught off the rocks though conditions aren’t great Still plenty of salmon being caught along the coast Anglesea River is still producing bream and still some reports of snapper but no recent catches have been bought in. 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 The conditions are still ordinary in Apollo Bay due to poor weather conditions However, the harbour continues to produce some good sized grass whiting. 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 still seeing some trevally, bream and mullet being caught Still salmon to be caught off the beaches.

TORQUAY Conditions have continued to be fairly ordinary Still salmon being caught off local beaches Some flathead off the beaches Spring Creek still has the odd bream or two being 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 current information available, phone 5264 8207.

QUEENSCLIFF St Leonards is still producing some nice whiting, the odd squid Swan Bay, still plenty of garfish in numbers continue both in the bay and still off the Swan Bay jetty as well as some leather jacket to be caught Point Lonsdale still has the odd salmon The White Lady has a few whiting and squid being caught in the evening The creek still the same, has the odd trevally and a few salmon.

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AS AN individual I have gained from and owe a lot to the sport I love. Everyone who reads my column knows that I have a true passion for encouraging our young people to take up fishing. To me there is nothing more heart warming than to see a parent with their child sharing time together while trying to teach them to fish. But fishing is not the only reward one can receive while fishing. It is what goes on around you that can provide some real moments you will always remember. It is what you can experience while fishing as well as camping on the shores of rivers, lakes or even the ocean itself that can be some of the most rewarding times in one’s life. I have been lucky enough to see platypus play in mountain streams, to watch azure Kingfishers dart here and there in search of insects to eat, to see white-bellied sea eagles plummet into the water to rise again with a fish clutched between their talons. It has allowed me to observe a wealth of birdlife, like red tailed black cockatoos perched on dead river gums, to watch Wedge-tailed Eagles soar high above, using thermal currents to aid in search for their prey then to watch their dive once having located what they are searching for. I have seen all types of reptiles – lizards, snakes – all while either being or making my way to some fishing spots. Not to mention the myriad of fish species I have also both seen and sometimes caught. Don’t our children deserve the same opportunity to experience what nature has to offer, not to see them locked out of our inland parks and oceans, but rather being encouraged to participate and gain a better understanding of why we in Australia are truly the lucky country. The Australian Recreational Fishing Foundation (ARFF) has called for a charter for recreational fishing in Australia, to ensure our children do have those same opportunities to be able to continue to enjoy our outdoors as we do now. Australia needs a national charter or comprehensive policy plan for recreational fishing, so that the important role recreational fishing plays within our community is better understood by decision makers and the broader Australian community. The following initiatives are proposed as part of

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ANGLESEA GOLF CLUB THE finalists for the Nick O’Donohue and the Red Markers trophies have now been decided. On Saturday 31 August, Ann Stokes and Sue French will play Veronica Shaw and Robyn Schepers. Ann and Sue won their match 5/4 against Vida Brenner and Ros Holland, and Veronica and Robyn won their match 3/1 against Maria James and Jan Stewart. In the men’s semi finals Brian James and Graeme Mills qualified for the final by defeating Bryan James and Allan Foster 4/2, and Nigel Forsythe and Seamus Sushames qualified by defeating Chris Duffield and Tony Tobler 4/3. Congratulations to the finalists and good luck for next weekend.

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WEEKEND RESULTS

The weather for this Wednesday was a significant improvement on the previous week, and the captain’s decision to defer the medal proved to be very good. Our Captain Davis Lewis was the runaway winner with 44 points, also winning A grade and starting his round with an eagle for 5 points on the first hole. Other winners were, Peter Hester in B grade with 38 points, Tim Walker in C grade with 35 points, and Eddie Brenner in the seniors. The ladies event for Thursday was a modified Stableford teams event. Winners on the day were Ann Stokes, Anne Mangan and Judy Talbot, and the runners up were Rachel Kane,

Conditions for the weekend were better than they have been for a while and the course a little drier. The event was a stroke round. Winners for the men were Kevin Friel in A grade with Nett 71 on a count-back from in form Captain Davis Lewis, John McLachlan in B grade with nett 71 and Mike Grossman in C grade with nett 73. In the ladies, Margot Parton won with nett 79. Players on Sunday had to contend with one brief shower but otherwise had a very pleasant day. The event was a two person Ambrose and the best way to start was careful selection of a partner so that the one-quarter handicap wasn’t too hard to deal with. Winners with a very good 64.75 nett were Chris Gleeson and visitor Shane Clark. Runners up were Gaye and John Keeble with nett 67.25, and third Richard Hammett and Marilyn Armstrong with nett 67.75 on a count-back from Mark Couzens and David Taylor. Vale Peter Killingworth and Francesca Nelson Members will be sad to hear of the passing of member Peter Killingworth. Peter had been a member for 34 years. In Perth, Francesca Nelson partner of our previous General Manager Damian Franzmann, lost her battle with sarcoma. Francesca had turned 50 in June. Enjoy your golf and make the most of every day.

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THE SANDS TORQUAY

Ainsley McAllum took out A grade this Tuesday with a very solid 37 points. B grade winner with 38 points was Lisa Harris in some good form of late. NTP’s Bernadette Oliver, Maureen Stuart and Jill Chick. Lyn Lucas hit the jackpot. Wednesday Greg Baeck, one of the golf shop team, headed out for his round and he won A grade with 40 points, too much time of working on his game we think! Might have to speak to his boss. Steve May took out B grade scoring 39 points and for C grade with the best score of the day Shayne Hope 41 points. Bob Gough still the best of the seniors had 40 points. Joe Magliano once again hit a solid shot to take out the jackpot. Four players

scored eagles Greg Baeck on the 11th, Tim Sinnott the 4th, Geoff Lamont the 7th and Andrew Groom on the 5th. Friday’s mixed stroke competition went to Ian Foot with 63 nett from Lidio Ricci with 64 nett really good scores in the wet conditions. NTP’s Deb Shoesmith, Chris Thompson and Terry Dowling. Warren Franklin hit the jackpot. Saturday Andrew Ranner had 42 points to win A grade. B grade winner Ray Fitzgerald scored 43 points and for C grade Angelo Facchini won with 39 points. Leslie Grayling with 39 points took out the seniors and for the ladies Ronnie Beacom won with 39 points. NTP’s Ed Featherston, Andrew Ranner, Garry Buchanan, John Monagle, Don Jennings and Lyn Moore. Kev Leehman shot an eagle on the 11th but not to be out done Daryl Clutterbuck put his in for one as well. Jack Skelton hit the jackpot. Sunday was another mixed competition and the winner Tony Strahan had 41 points from Ken Isaac with 38 points. NTP’s Kaylene Potter, Sally Torney, Ted Fitzpatrick and John Corcoran. The 11th hole was popular this week with Graham Travers also scoring an eagle, the 4th one for the week. Once again Dave McPhail showed that Sunday is his day to win the jackpot hole. Come and play 18 holes for only $20 (RACV Members) or $25 (Non-Members) after 12pm on Mondays and Thursdays, excludes public holidays and Dec-Feb.

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UNFORTUNATELY with the course being so wet the carts have not be allowed onto the course, this has kept the competition field numbers down, we hope the weather will change for the better soon and we will be able to welcome those that have missed out on their golf back to the course. Golf week forms are out so get in early for your preferred tee time. Forms can be downloaded off the website or you can pick one up in the golf shop. It will be a jammed packed week of golf and fun and of course lots of nice prizes. If you need to spend some of your ball prize credits at the end of this month the golf shop have a special offer, read all about it on the website.

RESULTS

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THURSDAY: Only 8 players braved the blustery conditions to play par. The winner of the day was Joan Anderson with -1 from Cheryl Collings with -3. NTP was Kerry Bond on the 13th and unfortunately no one could manage to hold the green on the 5th. Saturday Stableford: Today was a Tokolyi affair with Gabrielle Tokolyi winning her first ever event with a score of 33 points to edge out her mother Sarah Tokolyi with 32 points.

the spoils with 19 points narrowly edging out Jim Demetrious with 17 points. Sunday Stableford: Conditions were okay early morning with mild winds picking up late in the afternoon. The medley was won by Matthew Shannahan from Neanger Park Golf club on a count-back from Colin Chinn on 30 points. While the Black tee was taken out by Glen Thompson from Gawler Golf Club with 26 points who also took out the NTP.

SOMETIMES us golfers forget that nowadays the Portarlington Golf Club is a lot more than just a golf club. With a Bistro, Bar, TAB, Pokies not to mention activities such as the Bingo mornings, the footy tipping comp, club member draws and numerous social functions and private bookings held at our club make it a great place to be a part of. However, our main function is still golf, and the results below are evidence of our very strong golf club.

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Wednesday 4BBB Stableford: In a closely contested tussle Richard Hammett and Gavan Clark were the winners of the day with 45 points narrowly from the in-form duo of Tom Nelson and Jim Demetrious with 44 points. The NTP on the 7th went to Tom Nelson and Phil Eltringham won the NTP on the 17th. Saturday Stableford: It seems that 35 points was the number of the day which saw Phil Coulter take out the A Grade division on a count-back from Dean Bernasconi. While in B Grade Noel Mullen was the winner on a count-back from Phil O’Brien also with 35 points. The NTP’s went to Peter Gray on the 5th, Leigh Downey on the 7th and Ivan Kevric on the 13th.

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John Cranston (15) survived the elements in fine style by winning the Trophy of the Day and B grade with a net 68. He finished ahead of Jason Barker (13) and Steve Steele (14), both on 70. Our A grade “comeback King” was Bob Stoward (8) on a count-back from John Bowman (12), both on 70, with veteran Ralph Carnivale (8) on 71. Well done Bob after a prolonged illness. C grade winner was in-form Dave McKeon (22) with 68, followed by Shane Cahill (19) and Wayne Dixon (20) both with 70. Ian Thompson (25) won the D grade voucher with 69, followed by Stuart Hawkes (23) and George Spence (23), both with 73. Young gun Spencer O’Connor won NTP on the 5th, and also the cash on the 18th. Other NTP’s were Lloyd James (2nd) and Stew Olver (17th).

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Ladies Stroke, 29 Players Whilst Marge Wall (29) had a great day winning with an excellent 72, Bec Waldron also had a huge smile on her face after getting 2nd place on 75, best gross (83) and NTP on the 5th. Louise Blomley got the Pro Pin on the 2nd. Our top putter was Jenny Pearson with 27 putts.

Tuesday August 20, Men’s Stableford, 103 Players Dave McKeon (21) followed up his win on Saturday with another Trophy of the Day performance on 37 points. 2nd to Dave in C Grade was Rob Casey (20) on 36. A grade winner was hot Ralph Carnovale (8) with 37 pts, from Col Isbel on 34, B grader of the day was the quiet, shy Jim Fisher (19) on 36 from Stephen Ash (18) on 34 and D grade was won by Ken Foxcroft (28) with 37 points from Ken Farnell (28) on 36.

Wednesday August 21, Ladies 4Bbb Nett, 56 Players Marg Holt and Di Snell combined brilliantly to win the Sue Stewart Trophy with a nett 64. They were followed by Judith Webber and Angie Foott with a 68 from Jeanette Barclay and Val Tither on 69. Pro Pins on the 2nd were won by Marg Holt (A) and Helen Newitt (B). Pro Shop: 5259 3361 Email: info@portarlingtongolf.com.au Web: www.portarlingtongolf.com.au

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Drysdale 2.4 6.8 13.12 14.14 (98) Geelong Amateur 4.2 6.5 9.7 13.14 (92) GOALS: Drysdale: L. Matthews 3, J. Hildebrand 3, S. Wells 3, M. Scott 1, B. Carmichael 1, J. Simons 1, R. Holwell 1, T. Dewey 1. Geelong Amateur: D. Zaparenkov 5, A. Burchell 2, B. Dodd 2, T. McArlein 1, Z. Jones 1, T. Clark 1, J. Westwood 1. BEST: Drysdale: T. Dewey, B. Taylor, S. Wells, M. Scott, B. Carmichael, R. Holwell. Geelong Amateur: C. Kangars, T. Robertson, A. Lovick, B. Adams, A. Burchell, T. Clark

RESERVES Drysdale 1.1 6.1 7.4 9.6 (60) Geelong Amateur 1.3 2.6 4.11 4.16 (40) GOALS: Drysdale: T. Mullane-Grant 3, S. Scott 1, K. Taylor 1, N. Malcher 1, J. Wilson 1, D. Biscan 1, E. Hill 1. Geelong Amateur: G. Chisholm 1, J. Vince 1, L. Muir 1, G. Atkins 1. BEST: Drysdale: M. Harman, N. Malcher, D. Biscan, D. McGill, J. Wilson, S. Reyment. Geelong Amateur: J. Friend, G. Atkins, M. Madden, M. Nelson, J. Pickering

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12.9 (81) 8.8 (56) 12.14 (86) 2.6 (18) 16.4 (100) 10.11 (71) 8.8 (56) 1.7 (13)

COLTS DIVISION 2 Geelong Amateur 2.3 4.10 6.15 10.15 (75) Ocean Grove 1 0.2 0.3 0.3 1.4 (10) St Joseph’s 1 5.0 7.4 9.4 13.7 (85) Torquay 1 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.3 (3) GOALS: St Joseph’s 1: T. Atkins 4, J. Hovey 4, L. Devine 2, C. Breen 1, J. Hickey 1, B. Threlfall 1. Torquay 1: BEST: St Joseph’s 1: L. Devine, J. Hovey, T. Atkins, B. Threlfall, J. Allen. Torquay

Queenscliff 5.5 12.8 15.12 19.19 (133) Inverleigh 1.2 3.6 4.7 8.8 (56) GOALS: Queenscliff: J. Evans 7, Z. Henderson 3, N. Cayzer 2, S. Davies 2, J. De Gois 2, B. Thompson 2, J. Lindrea 1. Inverleigh: D. Grundell 2, L. Platt 2, A. Cations 1, B. Vicars 1, C. Meehan 1, L. Battaglia 1. BEST: Queenscliff: M. Henderson, Z. Henderson, J. Esler, M. Randone, J. Lindrea, J. Evans. Inverleigh: J. Lubcke, J. Fiolet, D. Grundell, J. Brown, L. Platt, J. Drew Portarlington 4.3 6.5 8.7 9.9 (63) Belmont Lions 2.0 4.3 7.6 8.8 (56) GOALS: Portarlington: M. Spence 2, L. Vagg 1, D. Jeffrey 1, H. Smith 1, L. Vagg 1, T. Shanley 1, J. Powell 1, B. VanVledder 1. Belmont Lions: K. Picone 2, M. Harrison 2, C. Dyett 1, B. Watkins 1, H. Perry 1, C. Pedersen 1. BEST: Portarlington: J. Stewart, H. Smith, T. Morgan, T. Shanley, N. Carter, R. Baker-Hutchinson. Belmont Lions: A. Beath, M. Harrison, J. Phillips, R. Haines, A. Moloney, K. Picone

COLTS DIVISION 4 Anakie 3.0 5.5 7.5 8.10 (58) Grovedale Tigers 2 2.2 2.3 4.7 5.9 (39) GOALS: Anakie: N. Barke 2, H. Spiller 2, C. Mazzonetto 2, T. Wood 1, Z. Testa 1. Grovedale Tigers 2: S. Topouzakis 2, J. Edwards 1, A. Turley-Sunderland 1, N. Martin 1. BEST: Anakie: C. Mazzonetto, T. Tucker, D. Fairchild, J. Vicary, S. VanStebbing. Grovedale Tigers 2: J. Wilson, N. Martin, J. Gibbs, A. Turley-Sunderland, S. Topouzakis, J. Whelan Anglesea 6.1 9.1 9.4 9.5 (59) South Barwon 2 2.1 4.2 4.3 8.5 (53) GOALS: Anglesea: D. Midolo 3, N. Cooper 3, S. O’Dwyer 2, L. Van Gernst 1. South Barwon 2: H. Wilks 2, N. Hampton 2, S. Wood 1, J. Doyle 1, A. Phillips 1, C. Buller 1. BEST: Anglesea: J. Quick, L. Van Gernst, J. Lynch, B. Tekin, D. Maher, L. Perkins. South Barwon 2: M. McLachlan, C. Robinson, B. Mayes, L. Nagle, H. Wilks, K. Berg

UNDER 16 DIVISION 1 South Barwon 1 2.1 3.2 6.8 12.10 (82) St Joseph’s 1 3.1 5.4 5.5 6.6 (42) GOALS: South Barwon 1: St Joseph’s 1: A. Witherden 2, M. Bird 1, A. Hutchison 1, C. Mihicinac 1, P. Kelleher 1. BEST: South Barwon 1: St Joseph’s 1: S. Holroyd, L. Littore, C. Mihicinac, L. Treloar, J. Goldsworthy

UNDER 16 DIVISION 2 Geelong Amateur 1 1.2 3.7 6.7 7.12 (54) Portarlington 2.3 3.4 3.5 4.8 (32) GOALS: Geelong Amateur 1: X. Seller 3, J. Carter 1, L. Cogan 1, J. Cave 1, D. George 1. Portarlington: L. Cartledge 1, B. Deluca 1, L. Lusher 1, J. Olsen 1. BEST: Geelong Amateur 1: R. Mulgrew, J. Edwards, X. Seller, M. Ben, L. Cogan, B. Horsham. Portarlington: C. Mouchemore, R. Tarleton, J. Ellis, J. Mojzes, S. Walton, K. Fear

UNDER 16 DIVISION 3 North Shore 2.3 4.5 6.8 9.12 (66) St Joseph’s 2 2.2 4.5 6.7 9.10 (64) GOALS: North Shore: J. Bee 3, J. Miljevic 2, A. O’Brien 1, B. Humphreys 1, A. Gundogar 1, R. Skene 1. St Joseph’s 2: A. Sleep-Dalton 2, J. Kirwood 2, S. Simpson 1, A. Humphrey 1, B. Dixon 1, B. Purcell 1, S. Sutcliffe 1. BEST: North Shore: B. Gerrard, J. Miljevic, L. Thulborn, B. Humphreys, P. Kavenagh, C. Ackers. St Joseph’s 2: B. Dixon, L. Oates, D. Edwards, A. Sleep-Dalton, J. Kirwood, C. Breen

UNDER 16 DIVISION 4 Winchelsea 3.1 6.2 8.3 12.5 (77) GWSP 0.0 1.0 3.2 3.3 (21) GOALS: Winchelsea: J. Wojtowicz 4, B. Kahle 2, L. Rose 2, L. Stokes 1, C. Brown 1, J. Price 1, R. Grant 1. GWSP: B. Payne 1, T. Bilogrevic 1, D. Pollard 1. BEST: Winchelsea: C. Babare, B. Kahle, J. Price, C. MacKay, S. Kerr, C. Brown. GWSP: M. Lever, M. Watts, T. Konidaris, M. Chandran, R. Gallop, B. Malden

UNDER 16 DIVISION 5 Grovedale 2 0.2 4.3 9.6 10.10 (70) St Joseph’s 3 4.3 5.8 6.9 6.10 (46) GOALS: Grovedale 2: W. Sharp 2, B. Thompson

2, J. Wood 1, K. Hay 1, T. Shiell 1, J. Previti 1, M. McGhee 1, B. Lamb 1. St Joseph’s 3: A. Csolle 3, L. Maiden 1, J. O’Connell 1, S. Haste 1. BEST: Grovedale 2: B. Ford, D. Fernandes, J. Armytage, D. Castven, B. Higgins, M. Cousins. St Joseph’s 3: A. Csolle, C. Whitley, T. Harrison, X. Harrison, S. Woollard, J. O’Connell

UNDER 16 DIVISION 6 Anakie 2 3.0 5.6 10.10 15.12 (102) South Barwon 3 0.3 1.4 1.5 3.5 (23) GOALS: Anakie 2: B. Ettridge 10, M. Staig 1, B. Sparks 1, B. Sharp 1, K. Eibl 1, C. Soulsby 1. South Barwon 3: A. Cookson 1, A. Brough 1, N. Bell 1. BEST: Anakie 2: B. Ettridge, B. Emond, T. Ralph, K. Eibl, B. Ward, J. Batty South Barwon 3: A. Feldman, J. Kerby, M. Szmidel, A. Cookson, L. Wise, B. Farrell

UNDER 14 DIVISION 1 Grovedale Tigers 3.1 3.3 5.6 12.9 (81) South Barwon 1 0.2 2.5 3.7 4.7 (31) GOALS: Grovedale Tigers: H. Murrant 4, J. Clark 3, J. Baker 1, S. Dunn 1, L. Turner 1, S. Morter 1, G. Miers 1. South Barwon 1: J. Broughton 2, J. Jameson 1, A. Eyles 1. BEST: Grovedale Tigers: H. Murrant, J. Clark, B. McCaskill, J. Perdrisat, J. Baker, L. Mills. South Barwon 1: T. Smith, J. Pearce, A. Eyles, L. Partridge, J. Todd, Z. Lehmann

UNDER 14 DIVISION 2 Leopold 1 2.0 2.3 4.4 6.6 (42) GWSP 1.0 4.2 5.3 6.3 (39) GOALS: Leopold 1: M. Fromholtz 1, K. Wilson 1, L. France 1, L. Clifton 1, J. Michels 1, M. Ruiter 1. GWSP: L. Birthisel 2, D. Handley 2, H. Brayshaw 1, C. Windt 1. BEST: Leopold 1: T. Newton, D. McDonald, K. Read, L. Clifton, J. Camm, L. France. GWSP: L. Barnett, D. Reed-Sharry, F. Toohey, J. Divola, L. Handley, L. Birthisel

UNDER 14 DIVISION 3 St Mary’s 2 1.3 3.4 6.10 6.11 (47) Winchelsea 2.1 4.2 4.2 4.2 (26) GOALS: St Mary’s 2: J. Howe 2, D. Jones 2, T. Douglas 1, T. Sirgiannis 1. Winchelsea: C. Davis 2, J. Leigh 1, F. Parish 1. BEST: St Mary’s 2: J. Larkins, O. Huby, M. Lyons, J. Lay,

S. Christensen, J. Howe. Winchelsea: C. Parish, D. Campbell, B. Thomas, R. Miller, F. Parish, L. King

UNDER 14 DIVISION 4 Thomson 3.2 5.3 6.6 8.8 (56) North Geelong 1.3 2.4 3.4 4.4 (28) GOALS: Thomson: J. Hartshorne 3, I. Tomilson 1, B. Dummett 1, H. Hennequin 1, C. Seiffert 1, S. Wolfenden 1. North Geelong: F. O’Keefe 1, B. Candler 1, S. Riseley 1, J. Hargreaves 1. BEST: Thomson: T. Smith , B. Hopkins, R. Kevich, B. Dummett, B. Carroll, R. Tomilson. North Geelong: T. Nyak, T. Green, J. Kozina, T. Schwennesen, J. Miloschew, T. Humm

UNDER 14 DIVISION 5 South Barwon 2 3.3 4.6 6.8 9.10 (64) Torquay Nairn 0.1 0.1 1.1 1.1 (7) GOALS: South Barwon 2: O. McLachlan 2, J. Boreland 2, B. Sobh 1, T. Donas 1, J. Kleidon 1, J. Harvey 1, M. Jennings 1. Torquay Nairn: J. Abram 1. BEST: South Barwon 2: T. ZordanCook, M. Jennings, D. Wells, D. Mackie, J. Boreland. Torquay Nairn: L. Brennan, D. Cooper, J. Loader, L. Denney, T. Wylie, J. Reilly

UNDER 14 DIVISION 6 Belmont Lions 2.3 4.6 5.9 8.10 (58) Barwon Heads 2 2.0 3.0 4.2 7.2 (44) GOALS: Belmont Lions: B. Schlensog 3, M. Griffey 2, A. Wylie 1, C. McKenzie-Mcharg 1, J. Wood 1. Barwon Heads 2: J. Trickey 3, J. Raniolo Mas 3, B. Brice 1. BEST: Belmont Lions: A. Wylie, B. Schlensog, B. Pedersen, N. Vuik, R. Scott, C. McKenzie-Mcharg. Barwon Heads 2: T. Hartney, E. Tressider, M. Gumley, J. Trickey, J. Raniolo Mas, L. Cornes

UNDER 14 DIVISION 7 St Mary’s 4 1.0 4.2 5.3 7.5 (47) South Barwon 3 0.1 0.2 0.2 0.5 (5) GOALS: St Mary’s 4: W. Batson 2, B. Willis 1, J. Flintoff 1, J. Burns 1, S. Schroeder 1, D. Chirgwin 1. South Barwon 3: BEST: St Mary’s 4: S. Schroeder, M. Fraser, J. Burns, R. Hamers, N. Scott, K. Govan. South Barwon 3: B. Hunter, A. Mueller, T. Merry, C. Jones, A. Dunn, L. Holmes

Torquay Auskickers farewell great season BY ALI DEANE AS THE Torquay Auskick season came to a close, a special presentation night at Banyul Warri Fields in Torquay North on Friday night served to celebrate a fantastic few months of junior football. Over 250 pint sized footballers ran through a guard of honour onto the ground to show off the skills they learnt through the season, followed by a medal presentation. Torquay Auskick coordinator Pete Saw said he hoped everyone had a great season. “It has been great to see the progress the kids have made. I’ve even noticed some great improvement with some of the parents.” Rotary Club of Bayside Geelong presented a cheque for $3,200 from money raised from the barbeque they ran at each session. The money will go towards new equipment and to fund coaching accreditations. Mr Saw thanked fellow coaches Brad Papworth, Andrew Richards, Phil Jessen, Dick Crocker, Greg O’Neil, Christian Smith,

Luke Hayward, Ash Prosser, Mark Ford, Thommo, Mark Little and Brett Jones. Coaches Phil Jessen and Brad Papworth involved with Torquay Auskick for eight and five years respectively will be moving onto junior football next year. “We are all volunteers and do what we do to help the kids and share their experiences. “The sessions couldn’t run without the assistance from the parents. Get in touch if you are keen to assist next year. “I would like to thank Brian Burch for his hard work throughout the year especially at the start to get Rotary on board again. Deb Adams, the parents and siblings who helped out with the barbeque. Amber Potter and Torquay College, Curtis Dawson from SEDA (Sports Education and Development Australia), major sponsor RACV and local business’ Network Video, UBER Mama Restaurant Café and KFC.” Money from pies and drinks sold on the night went towards the Casey Tutungi Future Fund.

Brian Burch (left) of Rotary Club of Bayside Geelong presents Pete Saw of Torquay Auskick with a cheque for new equipment at the presentation night last Friday, raised from barbeques throughout the season.

GOOD LUCK TORQUAY TIGERS We wish to thank all our sponsors and supporters for the season!

GOOD LUCK TO OUR TEAMS STILL IN THE FINALS TORQUAY FOOTBALL CLUB

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12, S Benney 8. BEST Torquay: P Lewis, R Hepworth, T Card. Anglesea: C Callagher, E Cook, R Matthews.

Ocean Grove 36 V Drysdale 43

Modewarre 52 V Anglesea 49 GOALS Modewarre: R Thompson 36, S Fisher 16. Anglesea: J Weichert 39, B Caldwell 10. BEST Modewarre: R Thompson, E Ovens, S Gunning. Anglesea: B Dangerfield, E Mcginness, B Walters. *Please note this was extra time

GOALS Ocean Grove: T Birch 18, E Whorlow 18. Drysdale: H Rundell 28, M Deeath 15. BEST Ocean Grove: R Sykes. Drysdale: M Leahy, H Rundell, M Deeath.

C GRADE Torquay 22 V Ocean Grove 19

Torquay 65 V Portarlington 28 GOALS Torquay: A Vogels 45, J Warnes 14, C Cuolahan 6. Portarlington: C Bull 16, N Nicholls 9, A Lundberg 3. BEST Torquay: G Brown, A Vogels, A Masek. Portarlington: K Wilkinson, L Mccombe, P Jones.

B GRADE Torquay 58 V Anglesea 38 GOALS Torquay: E Moerenhout 37, P Lewis 21. Anglesea: H Van Gemst 18, E Larkin

GOALS Torquay: R Burns 12, C Mckay 10. Ocean Grove: F Needham 13, C Nash 6. BEST Torquay: C Mckay, M Mifsud, N Hayes. Ocean Grove: T Sinnott, P Birch, B Long.

Geelong Amateur 27 V Drysdale 19 GOALS Geelong Amateur: L McAuley 19, C Giuffrida 7, L Duff 1. Drysdale: B O’Dowd 12, B Connally 7. BEST Geelong Amateur: C Giuffrida, L Mackenzie, R Nuske. Drysdale: T Maher, G Percy, K Vardy.

Ocean Grove 30 V Anglesea 38

D GRADE Geelong Amateur 15 V Modewarre 18 GOALS Geelong Amateur: J Bish 9, L Morrison 4, E Crompton 2. Modewarre: J Worthington 6, G Cameron 6, A Davey 4, SL Frasin 2. BEST Geelong Amateur: B Alexander, A Morrison, S Gillett. Modewarre: J Carpenter, K Naismith, SL Frasin. Anglesea 27 V Ocean Grove 31 GOALS Anglesea: M Dangerfield 16, K McGregor 11. Ocean Grove: E Mercer 26, J Lucas 5. BEST Anglesea: M Dangerfield, K McGregor, C Napier. Ocean Grove: J Lucas, E Mooney, K Collett.

UNDER 19 Torquay 16 V Geelong Amateur 18 Drysdale 29 V Queenscliff 19

UNDER 17 SECTION ONE Drysdale 33 V Portarlington 28

UNDER 17 SECTION TWO Portarlington 28 V Anglesea 29 Ocean Grove 32 V Drysdale 25

UNDER 15 SECTION ONE Queenscliff 23 V Portarlington 22 Ocean Grove 45 V Barwon Heads 14

SURF Coast Football Club’s future will be in good hands after the growing club scored a coaching coup last week, securing a visa for a coach from the UK Premier League Club Southampton’s Academy. Former professional player and current Southampton FC Youth Academy Coach Michael Cooper will join Surf Coast on a two-year contract as the club’s first technical director as part of the club’s new structured training program. As one of the UK’s most prestigious academies, Southampton produced UK Premier League Player of the Year Gareth Bale, as well as Alan Shearer and Theo Walcott. Surf Coast FC President Joe Taylor said the whole club would benefit from the new coach. “One of the main focuses of Michael’s job will be to ‘coach the coaches’, to lift the standard of coaching across the board; benefitting both the elite

kids and community-level players,” Mr Taylor said. “We are keen to make sure everyone at the club gets the benefit of Michael’s experience; girls, boys, men and women.” Mr Cooper was headhunted by Southampton after his success as the Head of Youth Development at Salisbury Football Club. Mr Taylor believes it will be a very good fit given Cooper’s high level coaching qualifications and teaching qualifications and experience. “He has some really good ideas on how to teach kids, he understands the learning process, and we are looking forward to him getting here in the next few weeks.” Joe Taylor said the club was aiming to be a place where parents were proud to send their kids, and where they would be looked after and learn. Two weeks remain of the regular soccer season as we approach finals, and Surf Coast FC are currently positioned in fifth on the ladder.

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UNDER 15 SECTION TWO Drysdale 23 V Portarlington 12 Ocean Grove 29 V Torquay 20

UNDER 13 SECTION ONE Drysdale 31 V Barwon Heads 21 Ocean Grove 23 V Queenscliff 29

UNDER 13 SECTION TWO Barwon Heads 25 V Queenscliff 4 Torquay 15 V Ocean Grove 8

Coaching coup for Surf Coast FC BY ALI DEANE

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Former professional player and current Southampton FC Youth Academy Coach Michael Cooper will join Surf Coast FC for a two-year assignment.

IT ALL starts again at the Torquay Bowls Club on Friday night, with the official opening of the new season. However, this won’t be any old season, as the clubhouse is in the throes of a massive redevelopment that promises to revolutionise the club’s operations. And while that is all going on, the hierarchy have been busy organising alternative arrangements for bowls and social events. On Friday night we are hosted by the Torquay Angling Club, just across The Esplanade. Arrangements also are in place for a marquee to be used for social and twilight bowls until the clubhouse is back in operation. The social kicks off on Saturday, with all day bowlers welcome to get an early start to their season. One exciting piece of news over the winter was that Torquay has received a “Lighthouse Club” award from Bowls Victoria in recognition of its achievements in developing membership and bowls participation. There are 524 clubs in Victoria, and Torquay was one of only 16 that received the award. A major factor in achieving this honour was the formation of the Twilighters section and the way it had regenerated an ageing organisation. In 2011-12 Torquay became the largest affiliated club in Victoria due to the Twilight bowls. Currently, the club membership stands at 330 affiliated members, which is double the amount of members since the commencement of the twilight concept. The enthusiasm, the diversity of demographic groups and weight of numbers attracts sponsors; a number of whom are players. This has increased revenue and given a new zest to the club.

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