THE QUEENSCLIFF AND POINT LONSDALE NEWS Published monthly on the first Wednesday and available in Queenscliff, MAY, 2019 – Number 234 Phone: 5258 4828, e-mail: [email protected] Point Lonsdale and the Queenscliff/Sorrento Ferry. FREE – Average monthly circulation 5000 Website: www.queenscliffeherald.com.au Anzac Day Services Low Light Festival April 25th marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces 3 May - 30 June during the First World War. One hundred and four years ago our brave ANZACs landed at Gallipoli in an event that Top and tailed by twin light- A miniature outdoor art exhibition has gone on to shape Australia and its people. ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. houses, High Light and Low Light, by Tinky. Contemporary artist Cam- Commemorations in the Borough - Dawn Service at Shortland Bluff, 9am Service at the Point Lonsdale Cenotaph, (where the festival gets its name), the eron Robbins' light installation. Work 11am Service at Fort Queenscliff. picturesque playground that is Lux Anemograph. The Blues Train. Dawn Service Prayers Queenscliff has a reputation as a Sunday Blues Sessions and Whiskey Australian Soldiers Prayer - Graham Christie, Vice President RSL Sub-Branch. Remembrance - Major Phillip long-standing host to bespoke music & Gin Masterclasses at the Queens- Carruthers (ret'd). Royal Australian Navy Prayer - Captain Nicole Curtis. Royal Australian Air Force Prayer - Flt. Lt. events, art exhibitions and gourmet cliff Brewhouse. Michael Dare. Anzac Day address - Maj. Gen. Michael O'Brien (ret'd). dining. Offering the most spectacular The Queenscliffe Literary Festiv- Hundreds of locals and visitors and and diverse range of venues including al's offers writing workshops, meet the children from the local primary schools circus marquees, grand ballrooms and author sessions and cartoonists attended the services where wreaths were intimate church spaces. Michael Leunig and Jim Pavlidis in laid. Veterans were applauded loudly as Queenscliff's second Low Light conversation along with a Mirka they marched in Point Lonsdale and at Festival brings together local arts, Mora inspired doll-making class. Queenscliff where RAAF jets flew music, literature, history walks, film Low Light will bathe the streets overhead as they neared the Fort for a final and culinary talents in a two month and shop fronts of Queenscliff and service where Lt. Col. Alan W. Hunter RSL long celebration of the senses during Point Lonsdale blue with lights strung Sub-Branch President spoke about May and June. up around the town to guide you as Kokoda. Lunch and drinks followed at the From Friday 3 May to Sunday 30 you explore all that the night has to RSL where servicemen and women June, the Low Light program includes offer. enjoyed each other's company and recalled the Bellarine Lighthouse Film Festival June will come alive with extrav- those who didn't make it home. screening various movies. Opening agant Fire and Ice events. Winter Captain Nicole Curtis represented the night features 'A Boy Called Sailboat' Solstice Fire Sculptures will see three Australian Defence Force at all three with a live soundtrack by the Grigo- art installations burnt simultaneously ANZAC services where she read The Royal ryan Brothers. on the night of 22 June. Australian Navy Prayer. She gave the SacredEdge Festival is headlined A pop-up Winter Wonderland ice- ANZAC Day address at the Point Lonsdale by Mojo Juju and Lior. Queenscliff skating rink in the first week of June Cenotaph. Music Festival Concert Series features and a school holiday spectacular at Captain Curtis is Director of Navy Dan Sultan, Clare Bowditch and Queenscliff Harbour will round out Health and is based in Canberra. Her Archie Roach. the month. So this May and June, Veterans were applauded as they proudly marched along Hesse Street towards attendance and participation at the The Lighthouse Arts Collective come and see Queenscliff in a Fort Queenscliff. ANZAC Day services is very important to presents ‘Her Sound Her Story’ docu- different light. her as she grew up in the borough and was mentary and intimate Jen Cloher For more information visit educated at Geelong College. She studied concert. lowlightqueenscliff.com.au/ medicine at Monash University before joining the RAN at the completion of her medical degree. Captain Curtis was particularly pleased Resignation of borough CEO that she had the opportunity to speak at Borough of Queenscliffe Chief ceived positive reports from the ANZAC Day assemblies at the three Executive Officer Lenny Jenner has Victorian Auditor General's Office campuses of the Geelong College and at the resigned his position effective before through financial and performance Point Lonsdale Primary school which her 30 September 2019. audits. Council has rated highly in the two nieces attend. Mr Jenner has served the Borough Victorian Government conducted Her parents, local couple Moyneen and in this important role since October Community Satisfaction Survey. Ian Curtis, are very proud of their daughter, 2008. His contract was extended in Mr Jenner developed an effective and her participation at the Anzac services 2013 and 2018 for 5 years - a clear work force who have made vast added an extra dimension to ANZAC Day demonstration of the high regard improvements to the livability of the for them. three different elected Councils have Borough due to his ability to produce ANZAC Requiem - Matthew King. 'On had for his commitment, skill and outstanding submissions to obtain this day above all days we recall those who served performance. project funding and networking. in war... May these all rest proudly in the Mr Jenner has ensured that the Councillors offer Mr Jenner and knowledge of their achievement. May we and Borough has remained in a strong his family their best wishes for the our successors in that heritage prove worthy of financial position whilst meeting all future. "We sincerely thank him for his Maj. Phillip Carruthers and Maj. Gen. Michael O'Brien (both ret'd) with their sacrifice.' the challenges of day-to-day oper- very significant contribution to life in Captain Nicole Curtis at the Dawn Service. Lest We Forget ations. Council has continually re- our unique Borough." Buy 2 get one Free!* Lunch size only pie, pastie

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businesses has resulted in another fantastic Queenscliff on Saturday 18 May from 9am to program of events, once again curated by the 2pm. Mayor’s Queenscliff Music Festival directors. The You are invited to drop off e-waste items such program will shortly be available to view on the as televisions, computers, printers and the like. Low Light website www.lowlightqueenscliff Please note that household batteries, air Column .com.auu conditioners, smoke detectors, and whitegoods Subscribe to the Festival newsletter at including fridges, freezers, ovens/stoves, dryers Anzac Day 2019 Community Grants applications online www.lowlightqueenscliff.com.au to receive the and washing machines, cannot be accepted for Councillors acknowledge and thank the Council's annual community grants program latest news and stay up to date with what's on collection. Victorian Veterans Council for funding provided opens on Wednesday 1 May 2019. This year, we during Low Light, and follow Low Light on Batteries should be removed from e-waste under the 'Victoria Remembers' grant program are inviting local community groups to submit Facebook www.facebook.com/LowLight items and can be brought to Council's offices at toward the organisation and delivery of the applications for the grants program online at Queenscliff and Instagram lowlightq. 50 Learmonth Street, Queenscliff, for recycling. Borough of Queenscliffe 2019 Anzac Day Council's website www.queenscliffe.vic.gov.au Queenscliffe Literary Festival Please refer to the 'E-waste drop-off day' page services. In addition to the online process, application Over three weekends from Saturday 11 May of our website, www.queenscliffe.vic.gov.au or We also thank the community volunteers, forms can be downloaded from Council's to Sunday 26 May, the Queenscliffe Literary call us on 5258 1377 if you have any further members of the RSL, and our Council officers for website, www.queenscliffe.vic.gov.au or picked Festival will celebrate the work of Australian questions about the e-waste drop-off day. their significant contribution to our Anzac Day up from Council's offices at 50 Learmonth Street, writers and artists with a varied and inspiring Community Listening Post in May services, along with everyone in the community Queenscliff, completed, and returned: By email schedule of events in Queenscliff and Point Join Councillors for our upcoming Com- who gathers with us to acknowledge our armed to [email protected] By mail to PO Lonsdale. munity Listening Post in the Pt Lonsdale Primary forces on this day of reflection, respect and Box 93, Queenscliff, Victoria, 3225, or in person With another bumper program of panels, School Hall at 22 Bowen Road, Pt Lonsdale, on remembrance. Lest We Forget. at Council's offices. workshops, poetry and performance, and a list of Thursday 23 May from 2:30pm until 3:30pm. Celebrating our volunteers More detailed information can be found in the visiting writers that reads like a who's who of Next Ordinary Meeting of Council To acknowledge their exceptional contr- Grant Program Guidelines, available on Australian literary talent, tickets for the 2019 Thursday 23 May commencing at 7pm in the ibution, Council invites local community group Council's website and from Council's offices at 50 Queenscliffe Literary Festival are selling fast. Queenscliff Town Hall. All welcome. volunteers to enjoy drinks and finger food at our Learmonth Street, Queenscliff. Applications for Visit the Festival website, www.queens- Cr Bob Merriman annual Borough of Queenscliffe volunteers' the Borough of Queenscliffe 2019 Community cliffeliteraryfestival.com.au to secure your seat at Mayor, Borough of Queenscliffe celebration event. Grants are invited until 4pm Friday 7 June. events featuring literary giants such as Helen The celebration will be held in the Point Low Light Festival 2019 Garner, Richard Fidler, Alice Pung, Michael Queenscliff/Point Lonsdale Lonsdale Bowls Club from 6-7:30pm on Monday The Low Light Festival, a celebration of Veitch, William McInnes, Meshel Laurie and Red Cross Unit 20 May to coincide with National Volunteers winter in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale, will be many others. Week 20-26 May. held from Friday 3 May to Sunday 30 June. Time to clean up TRIVIA NIGHT Community groups are welcome to extend Over nine exciting weekends, our public It's time for Borough of Queenscliffe Friday 24 May 7pm for 7.30pm this invitation to up to five of their volunteers. spaces, galleries, cafés and restaurants will host a ratepayers and residents to gather your old, Quiz Master - Murray Gray Please have a representative of your community dazzling array of art, music, film screenings, unwanted or broken electronic or electrical Queenscliff RSL at the top end of Hesse Street group RSVP to [email protected] or literary readings and culinary delights. equipment and bring it to Council's annual e- Tables of 8. BYO nibbles, drinks and glasses. phone 5258 1377 by 4pm Monday 13 May. The enthusiasm and support of local waste drop-off day at the Ocean View car park in Tickets $20. Bookings: Laura 0416 150 642.

84 HESSE ST QUEENSCLIFF I 03 5258 4496 www.THEBOOKSHOPATQUEENSCLIFF.COM Queenscliffe Maritime Museum Picnic Day - June 1 Queenscliffe Maritime Museum invites all members of the community to a free Picnic Day on Saturday 1st June, to explore the Museum, share in a sausage from the BBQ, and be entertained by music and stories.

Partnering with the Queenscliff Music Festival, on a consultancy funded primarily by a Regional Development Victoria Grant, we are keen to hear the Copyright: Swansong Publishing 2019 views of the local community on the enhancement of ISSN: 1443-5071 the Maritime Museum site.

We are looking on how best we can improve the whole site, to attract more visitors to the Museum. READERS PLEASE NOTE The next edition will be available on So come along and have your say at the free Wednesday June 5, 2019. Picnic Day from 10am-2pm Copy deadlines are one week prior for this edition on Wednesday, May 29. on Saturday 1st June.

Lisa Neville MP “Proudly working Member for Bellarine for the Bellarine” Tel: 5250 1987 [email protected] Authorised by Lisa Neville MP Shop GO66, Gateway Plaza, 641-659 Bellarine Hwy, Leopold 3224 Funded from Parliament Electorate Office and Communications Budget Queenscliffe Herald, May 2019 – Page 3 News from your local MP The Queenscliff ANZAC Day 2019 all on a voluntary basis, in ensuring Islander people six months and over, I was pleased and proud to once that right across the Bellarine in 2019 and anyone with a chronic condition Harbour Story again lay wreaths at a number of very our returned servicemen and women, or weakened immune system, are all Members of the Queenscliffe The slim volume details how the moving ANZAC ceremonies on the and those who paid the ultimate eligible for a free flu vaccine. The Historical Society aren't just a few competing interests of innumerable Bellarine. Each year I begin my day at sacrifice, were again so respectfully vaccination free for kids aged six retirees filling in their days welcom- players from early fishermen, colonial the Queenscliff Dawn Service remembered. months to less than five. ing you at the door of the museum administrators, ships' pilots, ferry organised by the Queenscliff/ Point Lest We Forget Premiers Sustainability Awards and pointing you in the direction of operators, local residents and visiting Lonsdale RSL. The event was a very Don't forget your Flu Shot open the latest exhibit. They are zealots tourists have been incorporated. fitting service and I extend my The State Government is currently Many local organisations, schools when it comes to preserving the The Foreword has an informative congratulations to all those who took urging residents to protect themselves and businesses on the Bellarine are borough's history inside and outside timeline for the story beginning in part in the organisation. against the flu this winter by getting very much taking the initiative when it the building in Hesse Street. 1802 when the Lady Nelson became the Following Queenscliff, I attended their flu shot. The flu isn't like the comes to environmentally sustainable One member, Diana Sawyer, has first European vessel to cross the Rip the 8am service at Leopold at the new common cold, it can hit quickly and programs and projects. undertaken a mammoth research into Port Phillip, in 1856 the first memorial in Melaluka Road. My last for weeks, meaning time off work I am urging groups on the Bellarine project about the history of Queens- official jetty structure was built, 1935 congratulations to the Leopold War or school and staying away from to enter the 2019 Premier's Sustain- cliff's harbour. Diana located and saw the start of the 'Cut' up to 2004 Memorial Committee for their service family and friends. ability Awards to promote their work investigated a multitude of articles with the announcement of a private and efforts over the last number of For vulnerable Victorians, like helping to improve and protect the and opinions, photographs and plans consortium developing the new years in building a very fitting children, the elderly and people with environment. This year community (many rarely seen by the public) which harbour. memorial. chronic diseases or a weakened groups or individuals can enter a new relate to the development of Queens- The Queenscliff Harbour story has I then attended the 11am service at immune system, the flu can have category that recognises the positive cliff Harbour. three main parts beginning with the Portarlington Cenotaph attended by serious and devastating outcomes. impact of environmental volun- early 19th century developments, the many people and students from our Everyone should get their annual flu teering. Lots of Bellarine schools, 20th century 'Cut' history and the local schools. Once again a wonderful shot any time from mid-April businesses and community groups contemporary 21st century harbour community event organised by the onwards to be protected for the peak have much to be proud of when it development. Portarlington and St Leonards RSL flu season, which is generally June to comes to sustainability and this new The history of Queenscliffe, a Sub Branch. September. category acknowledges our volunteer mixture of defence, maritime services Thank you to my office staff who, The flu shot is now available from sustainability leaders. with fishing, boats and resort indus- on my behalf, attended the annual general practitioners, community The categories for this year's tries, is unique in the state of Victoria. services at Ocean Grove and Barwon immunisation sessions and many awards include the Built Environ- With its military history and buildings Heads. To every organising com- pharmacies. It is important to note ment, Community, Education, Envir- from the 1860s to those of World War mittee and all our RSL Sub Branches I that all Victorians over 65, pregnant onmental Protection, Environmental II, Queenscliff is historically linked say thank you for the time and effort, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Volunteering, Innovative Products or with the wider aspects of the Empire Services, Health Small to Medium and the Defence Forces. The Harbour Sized Businesses and Large Business. Story is part of this history. MEMORIALS Entries close Thursday 13 June. "This book is essential reading for There are memorials for our many heroes Further information at sustainability history buffs keen to follow the pattern of To be found in every city and country town, awards.vic.gov.au Commemorating those who fought for Australia the state's development; for locals truly And for the British Empire and the Crown As always, please don't hesitate to interested in their physical environment; or contact me by email or call my office if for cultural tourists keen to delve deeper We should never forget the men and women there are any matters that I may be into whether Queenscliff's 21st harbour Who served in this land, or on a distant shore, able to assist you with directly. development has faithfully incorporated For they fought, and died, and suffered, Diana Sawyer at the Queenscliffe When, for our people, they went off to war. Hon Lisa Neville MP the heritage of its beginnings." – Justin By Andrew Guild Member for Bellarine Library where she gave a very interesting Francis, Borough of Queenscliffe [email protected] talk about the harbour to a full house. Heritage Advisor.

Slow, calm, relaxing, gentle and healing DRU YOGA P H A R M A C Y Wednesdays 11am-12.30pm commences 1 May H E A L T H I S B E A U T Y New Class Helpful advice always available. Friday afternoons 3-4.30pm for 6 weeks Free delivery and pick-up in Pt Lonsdale & commencing 17 May. Queenscliff daily – Senior’s Card Welcome. This class focuses on empowering those who are experiencing chronic or challenging health conditions offering Healing, Restorative and NEW WINTER RANGE Rejuvenating Meditative Practices. All classes are offered to beginners, over 55s, OF GLOVES, SCARVES, seniors, bigger bodies and those who are looking for a gentle, flowing and graceful form of yoga. BEANIES, UMBRELLAS Location: Kyo Yoga Hub, 91 The Parade, Ocean Grove. AND GROSBY SLIPPERS. Investment: Try out class (first class) $10. Casual $20. Concession $17. 5-class pass $90/Concession $80. 52 Hesse Street Queenscliff Call or message Christina to reserve your place Tel 5258 1817 Fax 5258 4128 0409 960 323, message FB, or email: healthforus Open Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm and Saturday 9am to 5.00pm @hotmail.com to reserve your place. Page 4 – Queenscliffe Herald, May 2019 Queenscliffe Herald, May 2019 – Page 5 Sand monitoring program The Point Lonsdale front beach tists have been collecting a range of looking to revitalise the Narrows Mi Shells Seafood is a valued section of foreshore data on the Point Lonsdale fore- coastal monitoring project and are where people walk, swim, surf, shore including weather conditions, looking for volunteers to assist snorkel and relax on the pristine water conditions and mapping them. sand. Amid rising concerns over beach profiles. This project will enable volun- the future of this beach, a new The Department of Environ- teers to develop skills in coastal FFRREESSHH FFIISSHH citizen science program called the ment, Land, Water and Planning monitoring including the use of 8.30-3pm 'Point Lonsdale Sand Monitoring asked Bellarine Catchment Net- UAV (drones). OPEN SAT & SUN Program' was established to work to lead this citizen science For more information or to identify potential trends in sand project due to their involvement in register your interest as a volunteer AT QUEENSCLIFF HARBOUR movement over time. coastal monitoring at the Narrows for either project contact Naomi For the past 5 months, a group of Beach many years ago. Bellarine Wells naomi.bcn@environment dedicated volunteer citizen scien- Catchment Network are now bellarine.org.au FISH, OYSTERS, PRAWNS, MUSSELS, ATLANTIC SALMON, SCALLOPS Nepal here we come! FRESH OFF THE BOAT. Six talented students from Christ the King Primary School in Newcomb will be travelling to Nepal in May to coach and mentor Nepali children in the field of STEM (Science, Technology, Eng- ineering and Mathematics). "This amazing opportunity is the result of 3 years of hard work in First Lego League," said teacher Aisha Kristiansen. "The first project in 2017 focused R I S T O R A N T E on 'Animal Allies' based on a FULLY LICENCED problem that was affecting our bay, the Northern Pacific Sea Star, the DINNER FROM 5PM TILL LATE NIGHTLY rabbit of the marine world. The students worked with Deakin Uni- CHECK WEEKLY SPECIALS ON FACEBOOK Seth, Sidney, Tommy, Makaira, William and Abbigail are heading to Nepal versity to develop an underwater during May to run an outreach program. EAT IN & TAKEAWAY - HOME DELIVERY robot. Photo courtesy of Mark Wilson and the Geelong Advertiser. "In 2018, the competition focus OPEN 6 DAYS (Closed Wednesdays) was 'Hydrodynamics' where exp- in Hungary. The team won the Core us being invited to run an outreach lored three water problems in Value Section and I was awarded program in Nepal in May. Here the 38 HESSE STREET, QUEENSCLIFF Geelong - the freshwater/saltwater the International Coach's Award. students will not only experience problems at Lake Connewarre, We flew via Singapore to see the another culture, but have the algae blooms in the Barwon River Singapore Supertrees. I got goose- opportunity to make a difference to Ph: 5258 1838 and Point Henry. The students were bumps when the students watched the lives of the Nepali students. Our keen to see the deserted Point the light show at Gardens by the Nepalese partners - Stitching Henry area become a tourist Bay. To see the reaction on their Education and the Volunteer Soc- attraction by installing Supertrees faces was one of the highlights of iety Nepal - are so excited to be like those found in Singapore. This my teaching career! joining forces with us. The Nepal CLIFFE’S CAFÉ AND PIZZA idea gained a lot of attention from "During the third season, Into project has many layers. It will be a media, City of Greater Geelong's Orbit, the students won the Champ- great opportunity for our students PHONE: 03 5258 1166 Council, the Bellarine Community ionship Award at the Regionals and to become empathetic, caring and Council and State Parliament. compassionate learners, whilst cre- the Mechanical Design and Engin- One of "In May 2018, we represented eering Award at the State and ating a more socially just world. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Australia at the First Lego League National Competitions. Their leadership will have a ripple K Rocks BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER European Open Invitational Event "All of these achievements led to effect on our community. The Top 10 students want to raise awareness of Pizzas! Sunday - Thursday: 10am to 9pm the importance of volunteering on a Friday & Saturday: 10am to 10pm local, national and global level! "We are so grateful for the • PHONE ORDERS AVAILABLE enormous opportunities that First Lego League has given us. We are • FULLY LICENCED also indebted to our project partners • EAT IN OR TAKE AWAY FISH AND CHIPS and sponsors, as all these exper- iences have been self-funded. We • GREAT FOOD EVERY DAY! TAKE AWAY FOOD need to raise $20,000 to cover the • HOME DELIVERY FRESH LOCAL SEAFOOD DAILY cost of homestay accommodation, OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK airfares and visas. The kids will be AVAILABLE IN JUNE: fundraising, but we are looking for PHONE ORDERS WELCOME sponsors to help cover costs. Vegetable and Lentil Soup BAIT & TACKLE AVAILABLE If you can help out please call our school office 5248 1093 or FIND US ON Facebook OR www.cliffes.com.au QUEENSCLIFF: 4 Gellibrand Street – 5258 2334 www.ctknewcomb.catholic.edu.au CLIFTON SPRINGS: Jetty Road – 5253 1821 Jacqui Bennett 1 SYMONDS STREET, QUEENSCLIFF, VIC 3225 Humans in Geelong 2019 COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAM The Borough of Queenscliffe Council invites applications for its 2019 Community Grants program from Wednesday 1 May 2019. Local not-for-profit community groups and organisations are invited to apply for grants to support community, art and cultural projects and activities that enhance the wellbeing and quality of life of residents of the Borough of Queenscliffe and benefit the local community. The 2019 Community Grants program Application Form and Guidelines are available on Council's website, www.queenscliffe.vic.gov.au, and at Council's offices at 50 Learmonth Street, Queenscliff. Applications close at 4:00pm on Friday 7 June 2019. For more information please contact Council's Economic and Community Development Program Leader on 03 5258 1377 or by email at [email protected]. Lenny Jenner Chief Executive Officer

Borough of Queenscliffe 50 Learmonth Street (PO Box 93) Queenscliff VIC 3225 Telephone: 03 5258 1377 | www.queenscliffe.vic.gov.au Page 6 – Queenscliffe Herald, May 2019 Queenscliffe Herald, May 2019 – Page 7 Fleetwood Mac tribute at 360Q Around 120 patrons, mainly baby tested their joints. Lead singer Peta Three tasty courses of salt and boomers, crowded 360Q Restaurants donned a signature Stevie Nicks black pepper prawns, baked chicken and a upstairs dining room at Queenscliff top hat leading a long conga line delicious potato gratin finished off harbour to enjoy 'Gypsy the Fleet- around the dance floor to much delight. with a cheese platter and drinks for wood Mac Tribute Band' playing The band, formed in 2006, is based just $100pp. Fleetwood Mac's many hits from the in Melbourne and perform around 30 Where else can you get that sort of 70s. shows a year. They have a good entertainment and dining around the Six musicians and singers set the following with some making the trip Bellarine? And for most people it's not tone for the night early on and patrons to Queenscliff, reminiscent of like the far to travel and it beats going into couldn't resist dancing to old fav- song 'I Wanna Be With You Every- Geelong and Melbourne hands down. ourites like 'Go Your Own Way', where'. 360Qs next show is Eagles: Hotel 'Rhiannon', 'Tell Me Lies' and 'Think 360Qs Barry Iddles has set the bar California is playing on Saturday 25 About Me'. very high for his entertainment, drinks May. The dance floor was filled with and food packages. He's got the recipe Don't be tardy if you want to The Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band - Michael & Nina Finn, Michael & Peta Balcombe, young and old reliving their concert right by offering great entertainment attend as the Fleetwood Mac show Des Anthonisz and Laurie Sprague kept everyone dancing at 360Q Restaurant. days with dance moves that surely and great food delivered by great staff. performed to a full house.

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All enquiries 5258 3507 [email protected] Page 8 – Queenscliffe Herald, May 2019 Bellarine Lighthouse National Celtic Film Festival Festival Now entering its eighth year, Saturday afternoon features Pales- Friday 7 - Monday 10 June Bellarine Lighthouse Films 2019 tinian film Wajib - the Wedding program has been announced. Invitation. A father and his estranged "The excitement is building for this year and we can't wait to Opening night features A Boy Called son must come together to hand share such a diverse program with everyone. You'll be surprised Sailboat with a live performance of deliver his daughter's wedding with what's on offer. There's definitely something for everyone, the soundtrack by the Grigoryan invitations to each guest as per local theatre, film, music, dance. We'll even showcase some of the Brothers. This special event brings Palestinian custom, in this family finest Highland Cattle in Australia. This is a truly unique together a host of unique elements to drama from Annemarie Jacir (When I event." - Una McAlinden Festival Director. create a magical night in the Saw You). Nominated for the People's It's time to get your Celt on! Grab your warmest tartan Queenscliff Town Hall. choice award at the 2018 Melbourne attire, pack the car with your favourite Celtic tunes or jump on Described as a film where "A boy International Film Festival, the film the Port Philip Ferry and head down to the bustling Bellarine with the most unlikely name, does the received 100% positive critic reviews for the 17th annual National Celtic Festival. most unlikely thing." Sailboat finds a on Rotten Tomatoes, including 4/5 Held over the June long weekend in the picturesque small guitar with which he creates stars from David Stratton. seaside town of Portarlington, lovers of culturally rich music, magic. From Australian director Under the Tree is a 2017 comedy, dance and arts will congregate to celebrate all things Celtic Cameron Nugent, the film stars JK drama, mystery from Iceland. When and Craic. Simmons (Whiplash, Juno) and Baldwin and Inga's next-door Attracting thousands of visitors every year, the National introduces Julian Atocani Sanchez as neighbours complain that a tree in Celtic Festival is the premier folk frenzy gathering and the Sailboat. The soundtrack was written, their backyard casts a shadow over biggest of its kind in Australasia. It transforms the foreshore and has been performed by, Slava and their sundeck, what starts off as a and surrounding haunts into a bustling winter wonderland of Leonard Grigoryan at select preview typical spat between neighbours in the talented musicians and performers, presenting concerts screenings. "Hopefully it will be a nice suburbs unexpectedly and violently across 14 stages over 4 days, with showcases, dance, theatre, experience for everyone seeing it for the spirals out of control. "It's a striking, if literature readings, master classes and more. first time to have something organic slightly silly, curio from the writer- This year has already attracted the likes of The Young happening in the room," says Slava. director Hafsteinn Gunnar Sigurd- Folk, Maggie Carty & Máirtín Staunton, The Lumber Jills, "Being where the film is set, we wanted sson: 85 minutes of Bergman-lite Colin Lillie, The Maes, Claddagh, Rich Davies & The Low quite a lo-fi Tex Mex guitar sound. We topped off with five minutes of Road, Fiona Ross & Shane O'Mara and Bush Gothic with ended up having a lot of fun, living up Tarantino." Ed Potton, Times (UK). more artists to be announced over the coming weeks. to a few of our Gypsy Kings childhood Capharnaum, tells the story of Zain In a National Celtic Festival first, the team will welcome fantasies. It was a treat." who sues his parents for giving him the Australian Highland Cattle show! Highland cattle, Japanese comedy drama Oh Lucy, life. Director Nadine Labaki cast non- affectionately known as 'Koos', were imported into Australia directed by Atsuko Hirayanagi, opens professional actors from displaced by Scottish migrants in the middle of the nineteenth century the Saturday program. The film backgrounds similar to their char- and this show is a great place to see 60 of the best of the breed, follows the story of Setsuko, a single acters, resulting in authentic and with cattle appraised by an international host judge. The woman seemingly stuck with a drab extraordinary performances. Nomin- event on Sunday is in conjunction with the Australian life in Tokyo, who is convinced by her ated for best Foreign Film at the 2018 Highland Cattle Society. niece, Mika, to enrol in an un- Academy Awards Other special projects include Theatre C21 (Ireland), a orthodox English class that requires “Capharnaum hits hard, but re- one-woman black comedy set in contemporary Belfast that is her to wear a blonde wig and take on wards viewers with a smart, compas- an energetic, funny and compelling tale of how easy it is, with an American alter ego named 'Lucy'. sionate, and ultimately stirring picture the right (or wrong) combination of events, to slip into Receiving Best new Director award at of lives in the balance." Critics con- homelessness. It's highly topical in its unflinching look at the 2018 Beijing International Film sensus (Rotten Tomatoes). credit card debt, the benefits system, addiction to prescription Festival the film is described by critics The Festival runs from Friday 28 drugs, and living on the streets. as quirky and offbeat, but strangely to Sunday 30 June. Tickets available Kin and the Community (Scotland) is a partnership with loveable. via bellarinelighthousefilms.com musicians Fèis Rois. The band has spent several months working alongside acclaimed fiddler and composer Duncan Chisholm to research a local story, create a film, and an original soundtrack. The project has allowed them to explore cultural heritage and learn new skills in composition, film making, research and ethnology. From young blood to veteran artists, bagpipes to bodhrans, there's something for everyone in 2019! Information/Tickets www.nationalcelticfestival.com

Featuring live music from a variety of locals and over 100 stalls selling quality home made goods. NEXT MARKET: SUNDAY 26th MAY Enquiries: [email protected] or look for Queenscliffe Community Market on facebook Queenscliffe Herald, May 2019 – Page 9

It's My Lowlight Festival Party Events As winter approaches, the at New Hall Queenscliffe Lighthouse Theatre Group guarantees you a fun night of After sell out festival events last year, Lighthouse Arts Collective is wining, dining and great enter- thrilled to be partnering with Lowlight again to bring you a raft of tainment when they present the incredible events all hosted at our very own New Hall at 11 Kirk Road Point award-winning comedy 'It's My Lonsdale. Party' and I'll die if I want to' at Friday 17 May 7pm Mark Lang 360Q restaurant at the Harbour. One of Lonny's much loved local talents kicks off our Lowlight offerings "At 10.23pm on the fifth of March my and will transform New Hall into an immersive cross-arts experience as doctor gave me 3 months to live. By my part of his Australian launch tour. Featuring acclaimed guest artist 'Lilly calculations, that leaves me with exactly Among the Clouds' (Germany). 111 minutes. So Dawn's invited the kids Tickets: $25 pre booked/$30 at the door (subject to availability). around for party pies and pavlova." Wednesday 22 May 7:30-9pm The Secrets of Storytelling (Opening scene.) A unique opportunity to delve into the craft of storytelling with Ron Patterson, a married man with renowned storyteller and facilitator Anne E Stewart. This 1.5 hour three grown up children, decides he workshop will deepen your appreciation for language and the power of a can't die with his affairs in a mess, so good story, told well. Tickets: $15 he invites the children around in a Friday 7 June Her Sound, Her Story desperate attempt to tie up the loose This documentary is an intimate conversation which unveils the ends of his life. personal experiences, histories and the significant social impact women have within the Australian music industry. The screening will be followed Back Row - Stephanie Byrne, Emma Jones, Daniel Trotter. The comedy is inky black in its by a Q+A with the brains behind this powerful project photographer, Seated - Ian Rooney (laying down), Robyn Birrell (Director), Tess Evans, Petrina Dakin. subject matter of imminent death, but made hilarious by the absurdities and Michelle Grace Hunder and filmmaker, Claudia Sangiorgi Dalimore. frustrations surrounding Ron and his To make this night even more special we are teaming up with No Light wife Dawn's unrealistic yet steadfast No Lycra Point Lonsdale who will curate an ALL Australian, ALL belief that life is neat, tidy and female playlist featuring artists from the film. What better way to celebrate measurable. Australian women in the music industry than by switching off the lights Set in the early 1990s, the action and having a mega DANCE to their incredible tunes! takes place throughout one evening in a Tickets: $10 pre booked/$20 includes NLNL 'typical' suburban lounge room. All the Doors: 6:30pm screening commences 7pm juicy neuroses of this dysfunc-tional No Lights No Lycra: 8:30-9:30pm (limited capacity) family come out of the closet, and Ron's Friday 14 June 7pm Jen Cloher well planned final party completely The reviews are in - Cloher's self titled album is being acclaimed as her unravels. most incisive, witty, cutting and poetic, possibly representing her most Playwright, Elizabeth Coleman stunning body of work to date. (Secret Bridesmaids Business) is one of Tickets: $30 pre booked/$35 at the door (subject to availability) Australia's finest writers. Her obse- Saturday 22 June 7:30-9pm Porchlight - Part 1 rvation of family and all that comes A three part storytelling series, hosted by local creative and storyteller with sibling rivalry and wincingly funny Kirsty Montgomery, dedicated to the art and craft of storytelling and the one-liners reveal the timeless trials of a belief that EVERYONE has a story. Participants have 8 mins to share their typical Australian family. story. No notes, no props just you and the audience! The theme for the Part Director Robyn Birrell's excellent 1 of Porchlight is 'STUCK'. Tickets: $10 pre booked/$12 at the door cast have a good feel for offbeat ALL SHOWS AT NEW HALL, 11 KIRK ROAD, POINT LONSDALE humour. Featuring Ian Rooney (Ron), BOOKINGS RECOMMENDED - www.lighthouseartscollective.com Emma Jones (Dawn), Daniel Trotter (Michael Patterson). The Lighthouse Arts Collective is a group of artists and arts workers living in The play was first performed at La Point Lonsdale. The lure of the ocean and natural environment drew us all to the Mama Theatre, Carlton, in con- region and the Collective emerged from a shared desire to create diverse artistic junction with the Melbourne Comedy experiences for our community. Our practices engage in a variety of forms and Festival 31 March 1993. disciplines including sound, music, performance, poetry, visual art and film. The show is part of the Low Light We feel privileged to create and present on the traditional lands of the Festival. Tickets at $65pp include the Wadawurrung people. We are proud to be attracting artistic experiences of the show and a 2 course meal. The show highest quality to inspire our incredible community. opens on Friday 7 June until Saturday 15 June. Book early to avoid disappoint- men: www.trybooking.com /495712 Seaview Gallery Queenscliffe Lighthouse Theatre Group queenscliff marks 16 years of performance in Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale.

MAY EXHIBITION May at Seaview features Vida VIDA PEARSON Pearson and James McMurtrie Vida Pearson has been a pro- fessional artist/printmaker for over 25 years and is well known for her beautiful lino cuts. She has a very distinctive style with her brightly coloured strongly designed works - mostly hand coloured featuring native flora and birds. Vida joined the Wildlife Art Society of Australasia and her images naturally took a turn in that direction specifically birds and plants. This enables her to combine a love of bird watching, photography and travel with her work. James McMurtrie's stunning collection of hand blown art glass from this renowned Australian glass artist features this month. Jacinta Leitch's wonderful stone Seaview Gallery sculptures are also on display. 86 Hesse St Queenscliff 3225 Please Note - Seaview Gallery will Phone 03 5258 3645 have its annual break in May. email: [email protected] We will be open every weekend in www.seaviewgallery.com.au May but closed through the week 13- Contemporary, Traditional Fine Art, Glass and Jewellery 31st May. Please feel free to ring for an Open 10:30am - 5:00pm daily. Closed Wednesdays. appointment if necessary through the week on 0428 998 863. Page 10 – Queenscliffe Herald, May 2019 Volunteers welcome at Queenscliff Coast Guard News combined It all turned to custard! (two chances missed). The lads had return the lads to their car and now incurred. One Sunday in April 2019 Larry, just returned to fishing when the empty trailer. The inexperience of these three museums Moe and Curly left their hometown in motor stopped a third time. Whilst It was the second day when the lads simple boys from the bush deprived The people of the Borough of Central Victoria with just one thing in trying to work his mechanical magic, met Coast Guard and were taken Moe of an $8000 hard won invest- Queenscliffe are renowned for the mind, to go fishing in Port Phillip and another boater seeing them in distress around to their boat. Even though it ment. The lads failed on five occasions services which are provided by its nothing would interrupt their quest. approached and offered to tow them was high tide, a one metre swell and to recognise the appropriate course of volunteer workforce. This passion to *This report is based on fact though names back to the ramp about a kilometre very shallow water made it too action. Their single-minded decision serve extends through many avenues and some details have been changed to away. Moe, having the optimism of dangerous for the Coast Guard crew to go fishing without planning, including Sport and Recreation, protect the innocents. youth and the experience of two to approach to less than 100 metres stopping to think or consider when it Tourism, Major Public Events and Moe had purchased a rather successful restarts, gently rebuffed the from the beach. At this distance we was time to give up led to this sad Hospitality to name but a few. snappy open tinny of about 4 metres offer. (A third and major chance could see that the distressed vessel was outcome. Fortunately they all sur- The unique 'Heritage' hallmark of length complete with a 40 horsepower missed.) deep in sand and would need much vived the experience. Coast Guard the borough also attracts many outboard and trailer for some $8000. It Alas, this time the motor would not work to be freed. We returned the lads crews put in around 18 man hours volunteers. Those with a special was an excellent looking craft in start and the little craft drifted toward to the boat ramp. assisting the lads but were unable to interest in history, whether that which they had learned much of their Sand Island just 300 metres east of the Day three, with buckets and salvage the vessel. Unfortunately we interest is in research (including 'seamanship' on the Murray River. Cut and currently attached to Swan folding spades in hand, we dropped can't put old heads on young should- publishing), archiving, exhibitions Arriving at Queenscliff Boat Ramp Island. Now after sundown, the lads the lads into the water as close as the ers but we continue to try. (including movie-making), special several hours later the boys wasted no firmly anchored the stern of their boat shallow shelving beach would allow. Recreational Boating Operators events, administration or simply and time in getting their vessel into the and tied the bow to a tree before They pulled three joined tow ropes Licence Course (needed for licence) fundamentally 'story telling', the water loading a few necessities and settling into the sand with a blanket behind them and made fast the little RBOL courses Thursday 30 May borough's fabulous museums offer heading off 'to sea' in their tiny tin and hope eternal for things to be better vessel. Over the next four hours they and Thursday 27 June. Contact volunteers a wonderful opportunity to boat. They had cruised about for a tomorrow. They didn't call for would dig and we would tug but to no Training Officer Gary Tomlins 0409 engage with other local, like-minded short time when the motor unexpec- assistance at this time. (Chance four avail. Eventually the lads waded out to 380 359 for bookings and information. volunteers and visitors to this tedly stopped. Fortunately Moe was gone.) our boat with a few more of their For Marine Emergencies call 000. marvellous part of Victoria. good with a spanner and after a few As dawn broke our intrepid fisher possessions. Remember: Plan every voyage, your The emerging opportunities which minutes had the motor singing like a lads woke to the sight of water just a It was at this time they advised us life depends on it! computers and the internet introduce flatulent dairy cow (one chance metre from their heads. Their boat tied their vessel had an inner floor and we Safe Boating, Ric Lasslett in providing these services, is another missed). It was after 4pm when the exactly as before with rope and anchor advised that the hull beneath could be aspect in the world of volunteering. To motor stopped again and Moe securing it against the rising tide was full of sand. On return to base we an older cohort of users, this can be restarted the engine a second time now full of sand and water. They tried suggested their next step should be to both challenging and exciting! digging out the vessel before even- contact their insurer who would be To further explore the possibilities tually calling Police for help. Water able to arrange salvage and cover the which await those already serving as To advertise Police, having satisfied themselves considerable cost. It was now Moe volunteers, and those contemplating that the lads were safe and this was divulged that he 'didn't think' the boat joining this happy cohort, the or promote now a salvage operation, advised was insured. Given that he hadn't 'Combined Museums' fraternity is your business or them to call their insurer and that they actually purchased insur-ance the hosting a free 'Sausage Sizzle' at the were actually in the Security Zone of a 'didn't think' was indeed fact. (Chance Queenscliffe Maritime Museum on event in the Military Installation and would have number five melts away) Thursday 23 May commencing at to leave. Parks Victoria visited the site and 6pm. Queenscliffe Herald Larry, Moe and Curly were tired, checked below the deck revealing the Drinks available at bar prices. All cold, and crestfallen when a Security hull was completely full of sand. A welcome!! Call Carmel Officer arrived and advised that they Parks Victoria 4WD was unable to Garry Spry - Hon. President, must quit the island immediately. At remove the boat. Further plans to rid Queenscliffe Historical Museum 5258 4828 least he was generous enough to assist the island of the wreck are in hand and Coast Guard crew Keith and Kathy them to gather most of their gear and sadly, considerable costs may be survey stricken vessel.

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QUEENSCLIFFE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE The first thing EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Bali Bound our kids, (Sam 6 and Ellie 4), wanted The Borough of Queenscliffe Council invites written expressions of interest for "It's 11pm at Melbourne Airport and my to do was join the two new industry and / or skills-based members to join the Queenscliffe daughter Ellie is screeching with delight as mini-club for a I roll her up and down the walkways on the Economic Development Advisory Committee (QEDAC). morning of circus back of her trunki suitcase, weaving skills, sports and between briefcases and backpacks she is The primary responsibility of QEDAC members is to provide strategic advice to swimming. My having the time of her life. What might husband and I, Council on opportunities and issues related to economic development in the surprise you is that this is at the end of a armed with a good Borough of Queenscliffe. family holiday, not the beginning. This was book each, headed my personal experience having returned to the adults only Expressions of interest can be submitted online on the Economic Development from the fully inclusive Club Med Resort in pool for a quiet dip Bali, Nusa Dua - the kids come home happy Advisory Committee page of Council's website, www.queenscliffe.vic.gov.au, in peace. I felt so the parents come home relaxed," said almost guilty being from Monday 1 April 2019 until 4:00pm on Friday 10 May 2019. Benita McClea of HQ Travel. on holiday with my Baby sitting Balinese style! "After a welcome (previously advised) children nowhere to be seen. I kept Alternatively, expressions of interest can be submitted: outbound flight delay, we boarded the aircraft looking around, thinking I'd forgotten to yell • By email to [email protected]; and began our journey. Despite further delay some-thing random yet important to at immigration, our driver from Bali Baby • By mail to PO Box 53, Queenscliff, Victoria, 3225; or someone. Hire was still ready and waiting, with two During our stay we organised a private • In person at Council's offices at 50 Learmonth Street, Queenscliff. pre-installed boosters seats, to transfer us to day tour with Bali Baby Hire to Ubud. I was our hotel. A great weight off my mind whilst expecting it to be an escape from the tourist Applications must address the selection criteria outlined in the expression of driving through crazy Balinese traffic! area that is Kuta, however surprisingly, after interest application form. Applicants are strongly encouraged to refer to the Upon arrival at Club Med the welcome driving through suburbia for two hours, I party was excited and helpful. We were taken QEDAC terms of reference prior to submitting an expression of interest arrived somewhat disheartened. The streets to the standard interconnecting family room were busy, full of tourist shops and lined with application. This documentation is available on the Economic Development with a balcony only in the parents' room, cafes touting swings that overlooked the Advisory Committee page of Council's website, www.queenscliffe.vic.gov.au, spoilt with a gorgeous view to the East terraced rice patties. It was a long day for us overlooking the beach. This made a lovely and from Council's offices at 50 Learmonth Street, Queenscliff. all and we were very glad to return early to sunrise to wake up to at 5am when our enjoy an afternoon swim before dinner. precious jetlagged children awoke. I call it the To request a copy of this documentation, and for any further information about After seven days of sun, sand, surf and Silver Lining. swims it was time to head home. As we were the expression of interest application process, please contact the Borough of Club Med is a French brand of hotels leaving, Dayu from the mini-club rushed up Queenscliffe on 03 5258 1377. offering an all-inclusive holiday experience. to say her goodbyes. A bracelet and a loving All meals, basic non-alcoholic and alcoholic embrace as her parting gift made me and the Lenny Jenner drinks are included, as are most of the children smile from ear to ear." activities. Whilst this may not be as necessary Chief Executive Officer Fly direct to Bali with Garuda, Jetstar, in places like Bali where it is inexpensive to Qantas and Malindo from as little as $399 per eat and drink in general, it was a relief to not Borough of Queenscliffe person return. Club Med Bali currently has a have to budget the meals and drinks each day. sale from $1325 per person twin share for 5 50 Learmonth Street (PO Box 93) Queenscliff VIC 3225 The daily activities remained largely the nights all inclusive. Contact us at HQ Travel for Telephone: 03 5258 1377 | www.queenscliffe.vic.gov.au same with small differences each day. more information on 03 5255 5252 or Queenscliffe Herald, May 2019 – Page 11 Page 12 – Queenscliffe Herald, May 2019 He's a little different... By Peter Taylor I once bought an old piece of lead thinking it An old dusty weather beaten red tractor with would be a good door stop. But when I got home fishing rods bulging from its side's thunders I saw it was engraved and it turned out to be a down Queenscliff's Hesse Street, little children propeller nut off the RMS Australis that was stand in awe, their parents or grandparents smile wrecked on Corsair Rock." and wave. "Look at this painting," he says pointing to the A middle-aged man alights, nothing that wall. "I got that one from my mother on my unusual about him, overalls, check shirt, old boots, fortieth birthday. It was produced by Alma a kind face sandwiched between a bushy beard and Figuerola." a fedora that has clearly seen better days. Alma Figuerola meant nothing to me, and It is a familiar head, most have seen it before, but apparently not much to Ian at the time. For the most won't know his name. He's seen on stage, on record, and according to the plaque, the Spanish television and on billboards. He is more born Alma, who died in 1969, had a 'Tonal realist recognisable for a host of TV commercials style and focused her craft on portraits, lands- including Kentucky Fried Chicken and Coles capes, interiors and still life'. Supermarkets. He recently popped up on Channel "But, after I bought this house I was doing the Nine's Postcards program during a short feature on artists walk around the town and her memorial the Geelong Vintage Markets. plaque is in Stokes Street so you just have to the arts and he is the current President of the And I said: "I'm part of the Queenscliff He's a little different, he's Ian Royce and he believe that we are meant to be here. Queenscliff Lighthouse Theatre Group. Theatre Group, and we have over 100 members, literally wears a plethora of hats - artist, car collector, "I have always been into old cars, into old "The Lowlight Festival is coming up for the young and old, and they would love to be antique dealer, craftsman, historian, entrepreneur, things," he says. "That's why I say I married my theatre group this month and we are doing a show involved. It was a done deal." promoter and orator extraordin-aire. And heck wife, she is a little bit older than me, she loves it at 360Q called 'It's My Party and I'll Die If I Want Another twist of fate, or stroke of luck, that (perhaps not the right expletive), can he talk! when I say that. So it's the same reason I came to To'. "It's about a man whose told by his doctor he led to another small career diversion supplying I was fortunate to drop in on Ian at his dual Queenscliff, it's the feel, it's the vibe. only has X amount of time to live so he gathers and sourcing period cars for TV shows. "One day level Queenscliff heritage protected house in "It is so historical to the way it was 100 years the family around to tell them how much he loves I was talking to the crew about my car collection Stokes Street which was previously the domain ago and I feel comfortable here. Torquay, Barwon them, but it doesn't quite work out that way." while my daughter was on set filming when of one the early sea captains. It is vintage and it is Heads or Ocean Grove aren't for me. I love living "I'm a big believer when you are running things someone said they could use one of my cars for a classic while the 21st century essentials blend in in a historical listed house because there is or involved in administration then you shouldn't be show. So I have found cars for a few movies as almost unnoticeably to the background. nothing I would want to do to this place that involved in a play because it is a conflict of interest well as the TV miniseries Underbelly." Ian pours himself an espresso from an historical people wouldn't want me to do. But, having said that I played King Neptune in The Speaking of vehicles, Ian is an avid collector industrial sized coffee machine (he obviously "So we are here to do the right thing, I feel like Little Mermaids with the group a few months back. of automobiles ranging from the top end down. likes coffee, a lot) and we walk past an a custodian, you are here to do your little bit, My daughter Edwina, who is 14, is the actor in the "I'm into all sort of cars, some like English or immaculate handcrafted mahogany staircase preserve it as best you can then when I go I hope family American, I'm eclectic when it comes to into the drawing room to be seated in the most the next person will do the same and not carve it "She started her career in Queenscliff with the automobiles. I love them all. I have got the Rolls amazing plush leather lounges. The super high up." Lighthouse group acting in The King And I and she Royce and an old tractor and everything in ceiling room has a lot going on with paintings Geelong born and bred, Ian is a family first guy went on from that. When she was about 4 or 5 she between. and antiques adorning every space, but the large who proudly espouses the virtues of his own clan - was in House Husbands and became the youngest "It's not a possession thing like oh, I own that than life moose head protruding from the wall is wife Karen and children Edwina 14 and Jake 10. actor ever to be nominated for a Logie," he said. or I own this. It is how you feel when you are daunting in the extreme. Ian is 53 and he absolutely loves it down here: It appears Ian also has a talent for being in the surrounded by these wonderful pieces of history. "I'm slowly trying to put forward a collection "It suits me, the whole town feels like a theatre, it right place, at the right time. "I took Edwina for Like choosing a favorite child, Ian claims he of local bits and pieces," he says. "Of course, it's has a sense of historical calmness, there is no an audition in Melbourne for a TV show and doesn't have a standout, but it is possible the old all tied up with the antiques. panic like there is in other larger towns," says Ian. while I was sitting in the office a woman was tractor he rescued from a dirt paddock in Colac I like collecting quirky things, I'm not into the According to Ian, The Queenscliff Lowlight trying to organise extras for the Miss Fisher could be the flagship of the fleet. mundane … I'm an enthusiastic person and I like Festival celebrates the winter solstice. "It's a great Murder Mysteries and they wanted to film in "It's a 1951 David Brown," he says with pride finding something different because of the vehicle for drumming up interest in the arts Queenscliff. "Did you know that David Brown made that different reaction its draws from different people. during a time of year that can be slow for "So she's talking out loud in the office and much money out of those English tractors that he I buy anything - paintings, skeletons, fishing reels, businesses in Queenscliff." says: 'Where the hell am I going to get 100 extras bought Aston Martin motor car company? buffalo heads, policemen's hats. Away from family, Ian's second love is clearly in Queenscliff?' Continued next page

Fort Queenscliff Museum Historical and Educational Guided Tours Enjoy the rare opportunity to tour a 19th Century Coastal Artillery Fort MARKET and let the children dress HELD SECOND SUNDAY EACH MONTH up in military uniforms. Callum Watson Piano Concert 3pm Sunday 19 May A great photo opportunity. Award Winning Pianist, Composer and Producer Handmade and Homegrown Produce Monday to Friday tours commence at 11am and Ambassador for young Australian Jazz and Classical talent. Weekends : 11am & 1.45pm Presenting a musical performance on the fully refurbished piano SUNDAY in the beautiful acoustic space of the Chapel Adult $15, Child over 15 $7, Concession $10, Family Ticket $35. Ticket $25 (includes refreshments at interval) Guided tours last 1hr and 15mins. 12th MAY Tamil Welcome Feasts! 7pm Saturday 25 May An exciting three-course feast of aromatic, spicy Sri Lankan Tamil food prepared by young local Tamil refugees Nithi, Kumar and Nithia. Share in their stories, celebrate their culture and show them that we are a supportive and welcoming community. $40/person. Bookings essential https://www.trybooking.com/BBYGW Espana El Vito .. The Spirit of Spain 4pm Sunday 9 June Queenscliffe Historical Museum Piano and Guitar Recital featuring Internationally acclaimed Pianist, Young Steinway Artist Nicholas Young & Renowned 10 String Guitarist Matthew Fagan Monthly Talk Tickets $25 include hearty refreshments at interval Guest Speaker: World Wide Knit in Public Weekend 10am - 5pm Sat 9 & Sun 10 June Dr Mike Birrell Abundant hand knitted winter woolies for sale. The Bairnsdale Ulcer! Luscious Devonshire Teas and Hearty Soup Regular Gatherings & Groups open to All The Disease of the Dales Community Dinner 6pm weekly on Wednesdays (history and current Third Friday Lunch & Communion 12pm at Kirk’s Place, Point Lonsdale research). Knitting Group 1-4pm second Tuesdays and fourth Thursdays Knitting Circle 1-4pm last Saturdays Bairnsdale Ulcer attacks have jumped from 182 cases in Movie Club 2pm fourth Tuesdays Book Group 12-2pm fourth Fridays 2016 to 340 in 2018, up from only 89 cases in 2014. inPerspective Art Activities 11.30am-1.30pm first Thursdays at Pt Lonsdale Dogs, cats and even an alpaca have been infected. Feel Good, Sing! welcoming inclusive singing group, informal sessions Response: To combat the disease, Barwon Health and the 10.30am-12pm Mondays (school terms) at Point Lonsdale CSIRO are looking into the links between possums, Mindfulness Wisdom Words & Gentle Music 10.30-11.30am Saturdays mosquitos and soil types acting as reservoirs for the at ‘Kirks Place’ cnr Winterley & Kirk Rd, Point Lonsdale bacteria. Info and bookings online at www unitingqueenscliff.org.au Keep informed: come and hear Dr Mike Birrell tell us about or contact Jan 5258 2854 email [email protected] the ulcer's history and latest research. Uniting Church, cnr Hesse & Stokes Street Queenscliff Date: Thursday, 23rd May 2019, 10 am for 10.30 am Venue: Queenscliff Uniting Church Hall Corner Hesse and Stokes Streets Cost: Members: $5.00, Non-members: $7.00 More Info: www.queenscliffe-history.org >> Events Contact: [email protected] Queenscliffe Herald, May 2019 – Page 13 He's a little different... Bringing the Cottage to the 21st Century Continued from page 12 In March, Cottage by the Sea This one-time grant will be directed to the Major Capital Works project only. It Anyone that is familiar with received planning approval for mod- ernisations to the 81-year-old building does not contribute to funding children's Aston Martins will know all their at 29 Flinders St, Queenscliff. programs. models, DB 3, 4, 5, 6 or whatever, "It all started back in 2015," begins "Most of the work is internal, in the DB stands for David Brown. Tony Featherston, CEO. "For a long particular installing a lift for access to the "The DB tractors are a different time, we'd known we needed to upgrade upstairs dormitories. We're not making vehicle because they are post war the decking at the back of the Cottage. It's any significant alterations to the façade. and they were made for a dual used as a dining area, but with great One thing we do have planned is moving purpose. In the early years a lot of natural light and stunning views, it has the front entrance, to allow greater farmers couldn't afford to have a the potential for so much more. Except it's wheelchair accessibility and also opening new car and a new tractor. DB inaccessible for many people and badly up the building's northerly aspect. made a high road gear for it so it weathered. Then we got thinking about Currently we need lights on, even on the would travel at the speed of a car access issues throughout the building. So, sunniest days, but by moving some and still plough the paddocks." in 2016, we commissioned an Access internal walls and putting in larger Aside from the cars, the antiques Audit and a Safety Audit." windows, we'll capture natural light and and the theatre, Ian somehow finds "The old building's been well main- cheer up the old place. We'll also create a time to indulge in another passion tained, but the audits revealed it is not 'wow factor' for the children. As they … woodwork. It turns out Ian is a compliant with 173 current Australian enter, they'll have direct views out to the superior craftsman who has been codes! You have to remember it was built ocean. Lots of kids who come here have Building works on the main Cottage are scheduled to commence in July 2019 with building butcher blocks for more in the 1930s when those things weren't never seen the ocean, so it will be exciting anticipated completion in December. than 25 years. But, they are not even considered. Now's the time to bring for them." cheap with prices starting with a 2 the Cottage up to today's standards. We'll "We've had amazing input from and sometimes exceeding 10 - add also be able to make vast improvements in Deakin University Architecture students three zeros and you will go home our environmental impact by introducing who came in and presented their designs with what Paddy shot at. Add three twenty-first century technology and for new dormitory fit outs and upgrades and you can be just like world innovation." to our courtyard. We were blown away by Queenscliff Village News renowned Australian chef Curtis "To handle the scope of this ambitious their ideas and professionalism. With Stone, who has shipped many of move forward, we engaged a special more funding for fit out, we'll certainly be 72 Hesse Street, Queenscliff, 3225 Ian's finest work to his American projects advisor who has been the key to taking on board a number of their ideas." helping us secure Major Capital Works "And there's the double edge sword of Ph: (03) 5258 1828 Fax: (03) 5258 1828 eateries. Email: [email protected] According to the butcher blocks funding. And we've been extremely lucky a project like this. Now we've started, we to have local builder David McDonald keep seeing other areas of improvement. website, "Not only does Ian make volunteer his time to project manage pro This building was built in the 1930s with quality handmade butchers blocks bono." very practical aims of keeping children Need Ink? Need Toner? and accessories, he proudly says he "The Cottage is an amazing institution warm and fed. The levels of care we has trained many fellow tradesmen in desperate need of improvement to provide today are so much more. We SAVE, SAVE, SAVE! in Australia that are producing bring them up to current standards," says want to enhance children's lives with handmade butcher's blocks. Ian has Mr McDonald. "Being local, I'm very inspiration, fun and opportunity. Bright a passion for his work and prides familiar with the Cottage and the happy dormitories, quality equipm ent himself on producing beautiful excellent work they do. I'm happy to be and well trained, professional camp rustic, hard wearing products. able to lend my time and skills to help leaders are all part of this." Seems Ian is passionate about many keep this great institution going." "Our next big step is to modernise things - family, work, cars, antiques Through fundraising efforts, such as Riptide motel next door purchased in and theatre. the Annual Fair and significant con- 2006. It gives us a great opportunity to Don't miss the Queenscliffe tributions from trusts and foundations, run smaller and concurrent camps. But Litghthouse Theatre Group's next the Cottage secured $1.5 million. The Riptide is even more higgledy-piggledy production 'It's My Party (And I'll project received funding from the than the main Cottage. We'd love to make Die If I Want To) 7-15 June at Australian Government's Building Better this building fully accessible too." 360Q Restaurant at the Harbour. Regions Fund with a $1.5 million grant. Cottage by the Se a

Art Classes with Ryan Brearley Boomerang Bags, Friday mornings More Drawing Queenscliffe Neighbourhood House Community Garden This class will introduce basic drawing con- Mahjong, Thursdays, 1.00pm cepts as well as build on skills already gained. TERM 2, April to June 2019 Men's Shed, Thursdays 9.30 to 11.30am Suitable for beginners and intermediates. Men's Shed Bicycle work Tuesdays and Mondays 9.30am to 12.30pm, May 13th, 27th 3 Tobin Drive, PO Box 30, Queenscliff 3225 – Phone: 5258 3367 Thursdays, 9.30 to 11.30am and June 24th. Cost: $80 email: [email protected] www.qnh.org.au Mixed Craft, Mondays, 1.00pm Patchwork, 2nd Monday, 1.00pm Reduction Lino Cuts House Gallery Yoga Photo Group, 2nd Monday, 7.30pm This class will explore the reduction Tides of Welcome Choir, Thursdays, Our exhibitors this term: Early Morning Yoga with Shane: technique, one way of introducing colour into 7.30pm. tidesofwelcome.weebly.com April -Sue White & Ros Muston Thursdays 7.00am to 8.00am and Saturdays your linocuts. Writers, Tuesdays, fortnightly,10.00am May - Deb Brearley 7.45am to 8.45am. $10. Mondays 9:30am to 12:30pm, May 20th, June - Lyn Pring & Jocelyn Adam June 3rd and 17th. Cost: $80 Boomerang Bags volunteers help mark out Monday evening Yoga with Bruce at and cut materials, pin, iron, stamp and sew. Collage Workshop Queenscliff Primary School: Abstract and Experimental Printmaking No experience required. Create your own collage under the guidance Mondays, from April 29th 7.30 to 9.00pm. Using overprinting and jigsaw techniques, we Sewing times: Fridays, of tutor, Anita Armytage. Cost: $120 for 8 sessions or $20 casual rate, will form new and exciting prints. 9am to 12noon Monday May 20th, 1pm to 3pm. paid in advance at the Neighbourhood House. Thursdays 1:30pm to 4:30pm from May 9th Cost $20. BYO mat and blanket. for 8 weeks. Cost: $200 Donations sought: The Asylum Seeker Foodbank supports NEW: YOGA for Over 50's Continuing to See and Draw asylum seekers and refugee families in First Aid Information for Parents, Thursdays, 8.15am to 9.15am. $15 per Fridays 9.30am to 12.30pm from May 10th Geelong. A Donation Box is located at the Grandparents and Carers of Young session. for 8 weeks. Cost $200 Neighbourhood House. Children Contact Lesley to secure your place in this class as the numbers are limited. Exploring Artists The Corio Lions Club Road Home Project Email: [email protected] or provides warmth and dignity to those Each week this term we will look at the work phone 0478581319 of a different artist from the last two centuries. experiencing Homelessness. The Neighbourhood House is again Through exercises with drawing and colour Play the Ukulele! you will discover their working methods and participating in this project by being a Beginners: Mondays 3.15 - 4pm motivations for their practice. Learn Life Changing First Aid: collection point for blankets, coats, hats and Continuing Beginners: Mondays 4.15 - Fridays 1:30pm to 4:30pm from May 10th for Baby & Infant CPR scarves as well as toiletries. 5.00pm 8 weeks Cost: $200 Home Safety James Hill Ensemble: Mondays 4.30-5.30pm. How to Manage Choking Don't forget you can also drop off your All Abilities are welcome to join the 'Sea of Life Drawing Group - untutored Febrile Convulsions batteries, toothbrushes and empty toothpaste Ukes' ukulele group: Mondays, 5.30 to 6.30pm. Saturdays, May 4th to June 29th, 1.00 to Anaphylaxis & Allergies & more! tubes at the Neighbourhood House to be Cost: $10 per session. BYO ukulele. recycled. 3.15pm. Cost: $20 per week or $55 for any 4 Monday May 13th OR Saturday June 1st. sessions, $75 for any 6, $90 for 8. 10am to 12 noon. Cost: $40. BYO paper, clips and drawing materials. Our interest groups: Easels and boards available. Italian Conversation Group Book Making alternate Monday mornings Newcomers welcome. Fridays 12noon to 1pm. Book Group, 1st Wednesday, 7.30pm Page 14 – Queenscliffe Herald, May 2019 BCH delivers quality Dru Yoga for every body Dru Yoga is a unique combin- finding joy in any of the classes," said dental care for all ation of movements that are char- Christina. acterised by beautiful, gentle, flow- "When I found Dru Yoga in 2010, I Bellarine Community Health ing postures and sequences that discovered a fun class that I could do. I (BCH) is offering private practice release the energy blocks that often attended 2-3 classes a week and then dental services to all members of the underlie painful emotions and enrolled for the Teacher Training Bellarine community. The existing disease. The therapeutic physical course in 2015. The diploma in yoga public dental services for children, movements of Dru Yoga are took 2½ years to complete. I am dependents of concession card enhanced by the use of breathing registered with Yoga Australia and holders and adults with a concession techniques, mudras, affirmations, fully insured. card will not only continue, they will meditation and concentration tech- What drew me into this yoga be enhanced by the private practice niques, visualisation and relaxation. practice was the flowing dance like service. Dru Yoga incorporates the use of movements and how much fun it was. Christina is the epitome of a deep sense Fundamental to BCH's vision for chairs and props for modifications I am truly blessed to have found this of inner peace. the redevelopment of the Point suitable for over 55s, seniors and beautiful and heartfelt form of yoga Lonsdale site was a plan to make bigger bodies. and I love sharing my passion for Dru become more flexible. dental services available to the entire The yoga sessions are led by yoga, in all its grace and light." • Brings about a deep sense of inner community said BCHs CEO, Shane Christina Martin who has a back- peace. Dr Huynh is looking forward to Some ways Dru Yoga is likely to Dawson. ground in Natural Health as a • Become more flexible in both body welcoming clients to the impressive improve your life: "Our new dental wing is not simply Homoeopath, Naturopath, Reflex- and mind. modern facilities at Point Lonsdale. • Reduces stress and tension. a state-of-the-art facility, but offers ologist and Hawaiian Lomi Lomi • Eases back pain, headaches and Dru Yoga is for everyone - no services which are accessible to treatment. "It has to be affordable, massage teacher. other physical discomfort. matter what age, shape or size you are. everyone," he said. "BCH is delighted accessible and realistic," he said. "I found Dru Yoga after trying • Transforms painful emotions into To reserve your place, call or to have secured the services of a highly For more information about BCH many yoga classes and was disa- their positive counterparts, boosts message Christina 0409 960 323, qualified dental professional who Dental Services visit www.bch.org.au ppointed in myself for not being able confidence and emotional wellbeing. message FB, or email health reflects the core values of the Appointments 5258 8028. to get into the poses, and for not • You'll gain higher energy levels and [email protected] organisation." Dr Dieu Huynh has practiced dentistry for more than 25 years with a career that has taken him across the Choose fairness and decency for refugees length and breadth of Australia. Having operated his own private Corangamite Electorate is named after Lake Torquay, Anglesea, Airey's Inlet, Fairhaven and For the next few weeks Australians will be practice clinic in Lake Macquarie for Corangamite, Victoria's largest lake. The Apollo Bay have already joined the campaign, and regaled with policy statements on many matters, and over ten years, Dr Huynh relates to the Aboriginal word means 'bitter' or 'salt water'. the organisers expect more to follow. campaigning will be intense. This campaign reminds lifestyle that the Bellarine Peninsula Although the lake is no longer within the electoral "We are erecting these banners throughout voters to pause and think what is at stake. offers because "It has the best of both boundaries, its name provides a sad reflection of coastal Corangamite to show that we abhor current The banners will be displayed until after the worlds, tranquillity of a sea change present inhumane government policies towards government policy for refugees and asylum seekers," election to remind people throughout Corangamite while still being in reach of a capital refugees and asylum seekers, leaving many in the said Ali Corke from Apollo Bay RAR, one of the and beyond that here is their chance to Choose city." electorate with a bitter taste in their mouths. organisers of the campaign.” Fairness and Decency for Refugees above all else. Dr Huynh is passionate and Corangamite residents have melded two projects Sue Longmore from Point Lonsdale observed: excited about the prospect of helping to create a powerful campaign resonating through "Many Australians are still unaware of the suffering. people achieve a bright healthy smile the electorate and putting politicians on notice. Asylum seekers came here hoping only for safety, yet and the life changing confidence it can The initiative combines Geelong's Combined they have been subjected to indefinite detention in bring. "Dentistry continues to excite Refugee Action Group (CRAG)'s campaign 'Choose distant offshore countries. Some have been held for me, there is so much we can do these Fairness and Decency' with Rural Australians for six years. They don't know when or if ever they will days," he said. "It's a bright, comfor- Refugees (RARs) 'Banners along the Great Ocean Road' see their families again. And many who have been table and inviting environment, the to amplify the Choose Fairness and Decency for Refugees accepted as refugees and who live here among us way a dental clinic should be. The sentiment, with banners placed in towns from don't have any permanency or access to family staff are professional and genuinely Bellarine through to Apollo Bay and into the heart reunion. Visas can be cancelled without warning, care about the quality of the service." of the electorate of Corangamite. people can be uprooted and sent back to danger just Equally as important to Dr Huynh Residents, churches and businesses in Clifton because they came by boat. This is neither fair nor is the fee structure for dental Springs, Point Lonsdale, Queenscliff, Ocean Grove, decent." Queenscliffe Herald, May 2019 – Page 15 BUSINESS DIRECTORY PRINTING & COPYING Australian Distilled Spirits Awards for Queenscliff Distillery The champions of the 2019 producing from a 600-litre handcrafted Australian Distilled Spirits Awards copper pot. (ADSA) have been announced in Queenscliff Distillery has launched Melbourne with Queenscliff Distil- its first range of gins, all infused with lery taking home a silver medal for coastal botanicals to reflect our nautical their Citrus Gin and a bronze medal and unique coastal location. This range for their Dry Gin. includes a classic dry of 42% ABV, a This year's entries were assessed by navy strength 57% ABV and a unique 26 of Australia's leading industry citrus gin at 42% ABV. experts over two days in March, with The distillery is also in full pro- points awarded for appearance, nose, duction of whisky which is currently palate, balance and finish. being aged in oak barrels. Queenscliff "We are thrilled to be both silver and Distillery and cellar door is located at bronze medallists after only three the Queenscliff Brewhouse and open 7 months of production. It really days a week with cellar door for tasting confirms that all the hard work is paying and retail sales. off and our products really are of a high Please feel free to visit us and standard," said distiller Tristan Bibby. experience the historical and unique In 1879, the Queenscliff Brewhouse, nature of our distilling operation, our formerly the Palace Hotel and The gin garden, cellar door and our range of Esplanade Hotel, was established and handcrafted spirits. Queenscliff Brew- the dry cellar was constructed for house is also home to the Queenscliff storing rums and whiskies directly off- Brewery and its extensive range of loaded from ships in barrels. This handcrafted beers. former dry cellar has been converted Customers looking to purchase the and reinvigorated as the Queenscliff award-winning products or more TREE TRIMMING Distillery making a return to its former information or visit Queenscliff glory days of spirit storage. The Brewhouse go to www.queenscliff distillery is a full mash distillery brewhouse.com.au TREE HEALTH & SAFETY SPECIALIST TREE CARE ELECTRICIANS Qualified Arborists Masonic Musings Cosmopolitan Tree Removal & Pruning Lodge Hedging Freemasonry is an Organisation of Good Men, No. 96 supporting each other, their families and the community. Branch Removal Experts in Tight Space Removals On Wednesday 10 April a new throughout the Primary Schools. Fully Insured – Pensioner Discount member was initiated into Cos- The Lions also handed the Lodge mopolitan Lodge No. 96 and the with a $1000 cheque for $1000 for David Stevens 0411 785 181 ceremony was witnessed by local helping with the Annual Hot Rod Show Bryan Doheney 0459 902 233 Warren Jankowski members including visitors from Lara and Shine Day in February. This will go [email protected] and Brighton Lodges. towards the annual Cosmopolitan 0404 163 609 Members welcomed two represen- Lodge No. 96 Junior Scholarship tatives from the Queenscliff Point Awards. TREE REMOVAL [email protected] Lonsdale Lions Club, Terry Kilsby and On Good Friday Cosmopolitan Registered Electrical Contractor 23229 Phil Newey, and presented them with a members were present at the APCO cheque of $500 towards the purchase of Service Station at Barwon Heads a Spot Vision Screener. This hopefully rattling tins for the Royal Children's will be matched by the Freemasons Hospital Appeal. Other Lodges from Foundation. within the Bellarine Otway District RESTORATION The Spot Vision Screener is a manned APCO Service Station within handheld, portable device designed to the Geelong area where a total of help users quickly and easily detect vision $14,218 was collected issues on patients from 6 months of age If you are seeking information through to adult. This local project was regarding Freemasonry, I can be con- an nitiative of the Lions Clubs on the tacted on 03 52582680 or 0400 553 939. Bellarine Peninsula. It is envisaged that Dick Clark, Secretary the spot vision screener will be used Cosmopolitan Lodge No. 96. Fully Insured

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