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PAGE 2 - THE ADVERTISER, Wednesday, August 26, 2020 SouthCoastTaxiPHILLIP ISLAND & SAN REMO DVERTISESouthCoastTaxi AYour Community Voice! WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2020 R $1.40 Incl. GST AGL gas plans ignore social, human impacts: psychologist AGL has “bulldozed” through its proposed Western Port gas terminal, leaving Phillip Island and bay com- munities “bullied” and “overwhelmed”, according to a psychologist. In an 11-page submission to AGL’s Environment Effects Statement (EES), which closes today (August 26), Cowes psychologist Jeff Bond examines the social and human impact of the proposal, concluding AGL makes “little or no mention” of these impacts. Mr Bond said the company had spent “inordinate” sums of money on developing the gas terminal plans and the EES, which is 11,000 pages including 17 studies, with a short We’ll meet again deadline for submissions and little community consultation. “AGL is a very large, infl uential, well-resourced organization,” said This week, we visit Melaleuca Lodge to see how some of our oldest residents are coping with the latest lockdown. Barry Toovey, Jan Hainsworth, John Palmer Mr Bond, a registered psychologist and Pat Mason are all doing well. Barry and Pat say they are not terrible affected by the restrictions although are missing catching up with family and friends. for more than 40 years. John missed his outings at fi rst but has settled into doing in house activities. The current situation has reminded him of the polio epidemic his generation went “There is a massive power imbal- through in the 1930s when schools were closed and restrictions imposed. Pat misses visits from her daughter. All say that the care at Melaleuca is excellent, ance between AGL and the Western and they are being very well looked after. Read more on page 15. Photo from the fi rst Stage 3 lockdown by Claire Davie, Doorstep Documentary. Port Bay community. “The community could be excused for thinking that AGL/APA is in effect engaging in a form of bullying. They are posing an insurmountable task for many, and seen to be using their power position and vast resources to bulldoze and fast track their way to a successful commercial outcome, at Further arrests possible the expense of the local community.” Police say further arrests “will pos- each of the burglaries carried out. Mr Bond was critical of AGL’s ref- sibly be made” in coming days in re- Small business operators were erences to employment prospects lation to the theft of $650,000 in cash Investigation ongoing followed and watched, with safes and a community fund. in 19 separate burglaries over a pe- containing cash removed when the “The relatively miniscule employ- riod of six months on Phillip Island outlined to the court. found on the following day. victims were away from home. ment prospects and the ill-defi ned and in South Gippsland. Detective Peter Johnston, of the Detective Johnston said none of the The safes were later forced open, community fund pale into insignifi - Two Cowes men, Joshua Savage and Bass Coast Crime Investigation Unit vehicles, or other assets seized by po- and dumped after cash and other cance when considering the scale of his brother Taylor Savage, have been (CIU) said last week in relation to the lice, had been purchased locally. valuables were removed. the many negative human and social charged in relation to these crimes, assets recovered, none of them had He said all assets recovered would One safe contained $300,000 in impacts that will be foisted by AGL/ and were remanded in custody follow- been stolen; but had been purchased be treated as proceeds of crime. cash, police alleged. APA on those who live, work and ing their appearance at the Wonthaggi with cash removed from safes stolen Police expect an amount in the vi- The court heard police interest in recreate around Western Port.” Magistrate’s Court on August 14. in 19 separate burglaries that had oc- cinity of $300,000 will be realised and the brothers was honed when their His submission states the AGL However, police say the investiga- curred over the six month period. proportionally returned to victims, in unexplained wealth had become ob- website details one of its corporate tion is ongoing, and further arrests A total of seven vehicles, including the event of a conviction in this case. vious to a number of people in the principles is “meeting and exceeding may yet be made. a 2018 Ford Ranger unit valued at The court heard there was a dispar- community. community expectations”. The brothers were arrested dur- $50,000 had allegedly been purchased ity between the amount of money sto- Phone calls between the brothers “There is nothing about this proj- ing dramatic early morning raids on over that period by the brothers. len, and the value of assets recovered. were subsequently monitored, and ect and the EES that supports and four Cowes properties on August 13. Of these, four were seized in last And this was due to large amounts phone company records placed the reinforces that principle. Cash, jewellery, a boat, motorbike, week’s raids, with the other three al- of the missing money being spent on mobile phones used by the broth- “The commercial motivation that jetski and four vehicles were seized. legedly on sold. cocaine, gambling and on an extrav- ers near the location of many of the sits behind and drives the AGL/APA The raids were the culmination of Among other items seized was a agant lifestyle. burglaries, at the time of the bur- proposal is inevitably in opposition an extensive six-month police un- six metre Haines Cabin Cruiser val- The two brothers were remanded to glaries. with the lifestyle and mental health dercover operation. ued at $20,000; a SeaDoo jetski val- appear at the Latrobe Valley Magis- Magistrate Kelly, in remanding needs of the bay population.” The two men were remanded in ued at $10,000, and a KTM350 Dirt trates’ Court on November 12 by Mag- the brothers in custody, said their custody by Magistrate Russell Kelly, Bike valued at $10,000. istrate Kelly who described them as an prospects of getting off lightly Noise, vibration after details of a spate of robber- Detective Johnson said $54,000 in unacceptable risk to the community. were slim. He said noise and vibration was ies targeting small business owners cash had also been found by police “With what I have before me at the a key mental health impact, yet the mainly on Phillip Island, but also on the day the search warrant was Modus operandi moment, the only possible sentence EES failed to take into account the Wonthaggi, Inverloch and Leon- executed at the four properties. The court was told a similar mo- would be a substantial term of im- impact on quality of life for residents. gatha over a six-month period, were A further $102,000 in cash was dus operandi had been in place for prisonment,” he commented. Continued page 7 COWESBOAT COWES CARAVANRVSTORAGE 10% OFF RUGS SELF Huge range instore STORAGE Check out our rug studio NOW AVAILABLE – Solar power to each unit for 24 hr Video Surveillance 155 Thompson Ave, Cowes. battery charging. No extra cost. 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Bass Coast COVID-19 update* As of Monday, August 24 Bill still homeless, four months on 11 Local residents A San Remo pensioner re- look at it. sible damage to foundation 8004 tested positive mains homeless more than “Two shire officers came stumps and cracking of walls. four months after his house out at the start and they Spokesperson Trevor tests done locally was flooded, because of didn’t go inside, but walked Fothergill said the body cor- 1 drainage problems at a con- around the house and asked porate had also reported the Active case troversial subdivision. if I’d been in touch with the shire to the Ombudsman In April the Advertiser developer and I haven’t and IBAC. reported that Bill Wintle’s heard from them since. *From BCH Assessment clinics only since March. Back Beach Road house was “They’re passing the buck. Shire response flooded – including at one They’re the ones who al- Shire CEO Ali Wastie told point with an inch of water lowed the development and the Advertiser they were in his kitchen, lounge and who ordered the work on “keen to finalise the inves- bedroom – blaming blocked the drains.” tigation” and were awaiting rains and subsequent run- Bill blamed the flooding Bill Wintle remains homeless, waiting for an official feedback from Mr Wintle’s off from the nearby Panora- – which occurred twice, in structural report of the house foundations before he can advocate Gerard Donohue ma Estate. April then May – on filters go to mediation and hopefully settle for damages. for it to progress. The 78-year-old – who is installed by the developer “Council is in correspon- currently living at the San on drainage outlets on the to progress to mediation, but cause they gave a misdirec- dence with Mr Wintle and Remo Motel (see separate sto- estate, which had effectively this couldn’t go ahead with- tion to the developer. we are arranging a meeting ry) – was forced at one point blocked drains. out an official report on the “Nearly five months on with him,” Ms Wastie said. to live in his car, with health “The mesh filter is so state of the foundation. and nothing has happened.” “It is appropriate for coun- officials deeming his home thick you can hardly blow “I’ve had a lot of support Gerard last week wrote to cil to continue dealing with unliveable because of black through it. It doesn’t take from the community, but Westernport Ward council- Mr Wintle directly; there- mould from the flooding. much mud to block them, so at my age and all I’ve been lors to urge them to step in fore, we will not be publicly An independent building you get a deadset blockage PHILLIP ISLAND & SAN REMO through I feel completely to help Bill and he said he commenting on the matter.” surveyor’s report concluded and so water just runs down disappointed with the shire was awaiting a response. She said the shire’s emer- ADVERTISER the residence’s foundations the hill, across Back Beach and the system,” he said. He also contacted State gency management team had dangerously sunk. Road, to the footpath, and “I take each day as it comes.” MP for Bass Jordan Crug- had been in regular contact Bill said he had made con- up my driveway.” nale to help Bill. with Mr Wintle and provided CONTACT US: stant requests to Bass Coast Bill is claiming damages, “Appalled” Ms Crugnale said she “en- him with contact details of Shire and the developer to stating both the shire and Bill’s mate Gerard Dono- couraged all parties to work funding support through the Classifi eds: [email protected] carry out an official building the developer were negli- hue has been advocating on co-operatively to deliver the Salvation Army. survey of his home, which gent “causing my property to Editorial: [email protected] his behalf to the shire and best possible outcome”. “Bass Coast Health’s So- would allow him to progress become uninhabitable”. said he was “appalled” at Meanwhile owners of a cial Work team has also Advertising: [email protected] to mediation, receive dam- Bill called on the shire and the way his friend had been cluster of units neighbour- been providing Mr Wintle ages and rebuild. developer to find an “imme- Sport: [email protected] treated. ing Panorama – who earlier with support,” she said. “The house is the same as diate solution” so his home – “If that is the best the shire this year initiated damages “Homelessness services when I left it, very mouldy. which was uninsured – was re- Suite 2, 60 Chapel Street, Cowes, 3922. can do, I don’t know why we claims at VCAT against the for community members in I can’t throw anything out turned “to a livable condition estate developer – are still Bass Coast are managed by Phone (03) 5952 3201 have them at all. If they are or do any work until I can or condemned to demolition”. our elected representatives waiting to hear a date for SalvoCare Eastern at Leon- Fax (03) 5952 3024 make a claim,” Bill said. Bill, who was a commer- why are they not doing some- their VCAT hearing. gatha. Mr Wintle has also “And I can’t go to media- cial shark fisherman in San thing for him,” Gerard said. The body corporate of 24 been linked into food relief tion until we know the status Remo before retiring, said “Drainage and stormwater units on Genista Street is providers and other local of the slab. It’s pretty obvi- he had been liaising with is an essential service and seeking damages to an adjoin- community services that ous it has sunk when you Panorama Estate’s solicitors Bill’s house was flooded be- ing fence, as well as for pos- have offered support. Publication No. VBF 9005897 Registered by Australia Post. Community support for Bill The Phillip Island & San Remo Advertiser is bound by the Standards of Practice of The San Remo community has love,” said hotel manager Elyse the Australia Press Council. If you believe rallied behind Bill Wintle, who has Fisher, who works with owners been homeless since his home Peter and Colleen Williams. the Standards may have been breached, flooded in May (see separate story). “We don’t want him living in you may approach the newspaper itself Tradies including plasterers and his car and he’s here for however or contact the Council by email concreters have offered to rebuild long he needs to stay.” ([email protected]) his home, while a resident offered The hotel business has itself or by phone ((02) 8261 1930). a week’s accommodation. hit hard times in the wake of the For further information see The Salvation Army accommo- Coronavirus, shut again in stage

www.presscouncil.org.au LK2474 dated Bill in Kilcunda for several three restrictions, with takeaway weeks, and for a short time he and the bottle shop only open. lived in his car, before the San Even when restrictions were Remo Hotel housed the elderly eased the hotel limited hours to Online Subscriptions pensioner in one of their units for evening dining because it was San Remo Hotel’s Elaine, Peter and Colleen Williams, with Ben and the past seven weeks. unviable to open longer. Elyse Fisher who have generously accommodated Bill in one of their www.pisra.com.au “He’s been a long-time local “It’s not a good time for anyone units, since his home was made unliveable from flooding he says was and you’ve got to give a bit of at the moment,” she said. caused by a nearby development.

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In early August, former Bass Coast Shire fi - $ nancial director Danny Luna – in an unprec- 500 edented move – made a submission to the draft 2020/21 budget, describing the charge as “based on a fl awed model”. 400 He said the budget’s “regressive” garbage charge was not fair to ratepayers, especially hurting poorer householders, and failed on 300 multiple levels including being inaccurately costed, illogical and he even questioned wheth- er the charge was “legislatively compliant”. 200 Mr Luna – who presented the budget and was acting CEO over many years at the shire – said if the model was altered, the garbage charge to 100 ratepayers would be “signifi cantly lower”. The budget proposes a garbage charge in $274 $284 $284 $307 $319 $327 $374 $412 $449 $496 2020/21 of $496.50, an 11 per cent increase, up 0 from $449, but Mr Luna said the charge should be no more than $376. Year 11/12 12/13 13/14 14/15 15/16 16/17 17/18 18/19 19/20 20/21 However, last week shire number crunchers +1.1% +3.6% +0% +8.1% +2.6% +2.5% +14.4% +10.2 +9% +10.5% responded to Mr Luna’s submission in a de- tailed response in the budget. The response stated the four-year waste WASTE DIVERSION FROM LANDFILL: price hike was due to “external shocks”, as well as “service improvements”, such as the Bass Coast 74.77 per cent introduction of the three-bin service and the proposed development of a transfer station on Phillip Island. Baw Baw 53.15 per cent “There does not appear to have been a change in the model used for determining the waste charges as alluded to in the submission,” South Gippsland 52.10 per cent the budget response states. “Council is satisfi ed the costs recovered East Gippsland 51.45 per cent through the waste service charge provide di- rect or indirect benefi ts to the ratepayers who are levied these charges.” Wellington 35.71 per cent The response details the past decade of waste charge increases (see diagram). The massive increases from 2017 onwards were explained as follows: cils, based on waste diversion rates from landfi ll. than surrounding shires and double the rate in The budget responded to Mr Griffi ns criti- 2017/18 – 14.4 per cent increase due to intro- “This demonstrates that the waste man- Wellington shire (see diagram). cism saying costs had increased “due to an duction of three bin system agement function provided by Bass Coast increased capital cost recovery linked to the 2018/19 – 10.2 per cent increase due to recy- Shire is providing vastly superior service out- Ratepayer new Phillip Island transfer station facility, in- cling crisis comes compared to those of other large rural Mr Luna was not the only submitter to criti- creased recycling charges linked to the market 2019/20 – 9 per cent increase due to impact Gippsland shires,” the budget states. cise the garbage charge, with the Bass Coast conditions in the waste sector, higher environ- of compaction levy and reduced revenue from Bass Coast’s waste diversion from landfi ll Ratepayers and Residents Association presi- mental monitoring costs and an increase in the gate charges rate of 74.77 was at least 20 per cent higher dent Kevin Griffi n also highly critical. State government landfi ll levy”. 2020/21 – 10.5 per cent increase due to Phillip Island transfer station, recycling costs, landfi ll levy, environmental monitoring Comparison The budget response benchmarks the shire’s 2020/21 waste service charges with charges Supporting local business, raised by other councils, for like services: • Bass Coast - $496.00 = 3 bin system creates local jobs. • Frankston $549.20 = $399 (120 l bin) plus $150.20 (Green waste) RUSSELL Locally owned and operated by • Cardinia $417.70 = $294.70 (garbage) plus BROADBENT MP $123.20 (Green waste) • Baw Baw $517 = $392 (garbage) plus $75 Federal Member for Monash Scott & Sharon Anderson 5672 1074 (Green waste) plus $50 (recycling) • Boroondara $560 = $447 (120 l bin) plus Caring and personal 24 hour Service $113 (Environmental Levy) • Bayside $502.95 = $322.34 (140 l bin) plus Main office Wonthaggi $99.10 (Green) plus $81.51 (recycling) • La Trobe $375 = $225 (120 l bin) plus $77 176 - 178 Graham Street, Wonthaggi (recycling) plus $50 (green) plus $23 (landfi ll levy) Cowes office (by appointment) • Wellington $293.92 (no green or recycla- bles) = $222.00 (garbage), $55.00 (waste infra- 15 Warley Avenue, Cowes 5952 5171 structure charge $16.92 (EPA levy) Email: [email protected] Landfill 46C Albert Street, Warragul VIC 3820 03 5623 2064 The budget response also benchmarked the www.handleyandandersonfunerals.com.au performance of Bass Coast Shire’s waste man- [email protected] Russell.Broadbent.94 agement function with other Gippsland coun- Authorised by Russell Broadbent MP, Liberal Party of Australia, 46C Albert Street, Warragul VIC 3820. A.F.D.A. LK5162 VOTE 1 Ron Bauer for the Island ward PUTTING OUR ISLAND FIRST I acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and GET IN TOUCH work, and I pay my respects to elders past, present and emerging. ronbauerforbass.com Authorized: Ron Bauer 324 Lt Collins Street Melbourne 3000 [email protected]

THE ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2020 - PAGE 35 Some win, others lose in final budget The Phillip Island Golf Club is among the munity Association for a raised pavement to ocean views on the island are high and council a picnic/bbq area at Beachcomber – YCW.” beneficiaries of the revised, final Bass Coast slow traffic on the corner of Lock and Beach is unable to commit to or investigate funding The budget states in the shire’s long-term Shire 2020/21 budget. roads in Rhyll was knocked back, with the for the acquisition of ocean front strips of land. capital works plan from 2023-2028, there is However, the budget – adopted at last week’s budget explaining this request will be included “Council will be developing a Property Strate- $1.5 million allocated to the delivery of proj- council meeting – has refused requests by sev- “as part of the local road safety improvement gy that takes into consideration the future land ects outlined in the YCW Activity Area Master eral other community groups who made submis- program for assessment and prioritisation in use needs of the whole municipality and will plan including access paths, carpark upgrades sions, including the Rhyll Community Associa- future years”. guide future land purchases.” and viewing platforms. tion and the Smiths Beachcomber Association. A request by Island Voice member Ron Day There is also funding allocated in 2023/24 The shire received 31 written submissions, for new road sign funding for Rural Roads Smiths Beach and 2024/25 for the Smiths Beach Foreshore seven of which were heard in person. Victoria’s planned revision of speed limits was A request by the Smiths Beachcomber Asso- Beachcomber Master Plan. As a result of its submission, the Phillip Is- also declined, with the shire adding this would ciation for funding of “quick wins”, including land Golf Club has received $20,000 to buy a be funded following the review. speed humps at the YCW Beach car park and a pergola and $42,000 was allocated for the de- Former councillor Phil Wright asked the footpath from the eastern corner of the Marlin sign of Kilcunda’s local skate park. shire to use low interest rate loans to purchase Street, was knocked back. Other submissions that saw new budget in- significant strips of land on the south coast of “The delivery of the YCW barbecue shelter Final budget clusions included: Settlement Road, Cowes, the island over the next 10 years to create a and picnic area planned for 2019/20 financial footpath ($67,000), Tenby Point noticeboard series of public paths. year has been put on hold following commu- ($2,000), Corinella parking and path ($26,000), “Council thanks Mr Wright for his thought- nity concerns for the project,” the budget notes. given green light and a Grantville amphitheatre shelter ($25,000). ful submission and vision that will deliver sig- “As a result, council will be looking to engage While there were winners, others were not nificantly improved public accessibility to the Ratepayers will pay a two per cent increase in with the local community through the current their rates, despite calls for Bass Coast Shire to so fortunate. coastline,” the budget states. Smiths Beach Masterplan project to better un- A request for funding by the Rhyll Com- “Land values especially those that have abandon the hike. derstand the whole community preference for Councillors last week voted on the final 2020/21 budget, which includes the two per cent increase. The budget projects an operating surplus of $3.1 million, and a capital works program of $28 million including Aquatics planning and design ($3.08 million), Cowes Cultural and Community Centre redevelopment ($4 million – being the initial funding for a $19 million proj- ect), Phillip Island Transfer Station ($250,000) and Anderson Road boat ramp east carpark upgrade ($380,000). Following a $965,000 COVID-19 response pack- age in April, a second recovery package is includ- ed in the budget, including fee waivers, funding to promote the shire and identifies projects to stimu- OFFICIAL MEDICAL ADVICE late the economy, with the shire’s total pandemic response about $4 million. The budget includes the two per cent rate rise. But in real terms, total rates – including the gar- bage charge 11 per cent increase to $496.50 – will be 3.3 per cent, and the average rates bill will be $1544. The rate rise followed a revaluation of all prop- erties carried out in January, which will apply for Don’t risk it. the 2020-2021 year, with an average four per cent rise. Island Voice in its submission to the budget hearings in early August described the two per cent rate charge as an “imposition” on the hip pocket of ratepayers, calling for it to be dropped. The submission, by Island Voice secretary Linda Always follow Marston, said the increase was based on property revaluations that “have increased significantly in value over the last decade”. “For long standing residents, or those on fixed incomes, this has led to a significant growth in assets but not necessarily in disposable income,” Linda said. the health advice. “A large proportion of shire residents are em- ployed in the tourism and retail industries and receive lower rates of pay and indeed many may have lost their jobs during the pandemic. “At this time any increases in fees and charges are an imposition.” However the shire said the increase was re- quired for the continued delivery of core services and infrastructure. “Benchmarking across the sector indicates 70 per cent of Councils are increasing rates in line with the cap,” the shire said. The adopted 2020/21 budget can be found at www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/budget Seascape Avenue footpath upgrade It’s up to all of us to keep each other safe. Footpath renewal work is currently under- way along Seascape Avenue in Cowes. You must continue to practise good hygiene, Bass Coast Shire Council said work on the project is expected to take up to four weeks, subject to weather conditions and contractor physical distancing, and if you’re even slightly unwell, availability. The $60,000 project is funded through Coun- get tested and stay at home. Don’t risk it. cil’s Footpath Renewal Program, as part of its 2020/21 Capital Works Program. Council said the aim of the upgrade is to improve access and provide residents and the community a safe pedestrian connection to the area and nearby shopping precincts. The sooner we all do it, The work in Seascape Avenue includes re- moving sections of the existing path on both the sooner we’ll get through it. sides of the road, which are damaged by exist- ing street trees, as well as the installation of tree root barriers to protect the new footpath as required. Council’s qualified arborist will be onsite to Have the App provide assistance to the contractor. A Council spokesperson said they understood Visit the work may inconvenience residents and the australia.gov.au community and they appreciated everyone’s patience during the construction period. The contractors would make every effort to minimise disruptions the spokesperson said. For more information on these works, visit www.basscost.vic.gov.au/projects, or call 1300 Authorised by the Australian Government, Canberra BCOAST (226 278) or (03) 5671 2211. PAGE 46 - THE ADVERTISER, Wednesday, August 26, 2020 ADVERTISEMENT

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Stockdale and Leggo also reported a high were renewing leases straight away, to re- Local real estate agents all agree the un- turnover. tain security. usually high level of demand is being driven However most agree that so far, the in- “We are very mindful of everyone’s situ- by people from metropolitan Melbourne. creased pressure hadn’t translated to high- ation and the impact it has caused on peo- Kaitlin Foote from O’Brien Real Estate er rental prices. ple’s lives. Our landlords have also been said at least 80 per cent of her current ap- Natalie said the median house rents at very considerate during these times.” plications are from people outside the area this stage remained unchanged and the and the Coronavirus had prompted many to rental market “remained strong throughout A silver lining? rethink their priorities. these uncertain times”. The infl ux of new residents could have “A lot of people are looking at relocat- Kate Shannon said initially there was a an unexpected bonus for the region, with ing. People can work from anywhere and slight drop in prices, as holiday homeown- agents reporting an increase in profession- Some local residents recently spotted “this little fellow” they’re looking for something a little bit ers switched to permanent rentals to secure al people, with good references, looking for in Newhaven. more affordable.” a guaranteed income. rentals. Kate Shannon from Stockdale & Leggo “Since then, the prices have remained Bass Coast Shire Council’s CEO Ali agreed. normal and haven’t increased with de- Wastie said the region was an attractive op- “The majority of the rental applications I’m mand,” she said. tion for people who could continue to work Snake spotted receiving have been from out of town people Kaitlin also agrees rental prices have re- remotely. A few warm days earlier With warmer weather that are wanting a change and the pandemic mained consistent. “Historically, most Victorians have been this month brought an un- on the way, it’s a timely re- has defi nitely provoked that,” she said. “Owners want reassurance that they will forced to live closer to Melbourne and larger expected visitor. minder that we share our Michael McLeod said many of the people have a well-paying tenant,” she said. regional cities, because that’s where most of Residents of Newhaven tracks and pathways with contacting the First National offi ce were However she said some tenants had of- the jobs were - but COVID-19 has shown that spotted this sleepy fellow native animals. considering a combination of working from fered to pay several months rent in advance people are able to work remotely or base nestling near a walking Copperheads are the home and commuting one or two days to to secure a property. themselves away from metropolitan areas. track. only species of snake on the city. Michael McLeod said the increased de- “For many offi ce-based workers, they’ve “It’s very placid, seem- the island and although “That way, they get a lifestyle without the mand can “bring pressure on the lower had to transform their workplaces quickly ingly unconcerned with venomous, they are also fi nancial pressure. How could you not enjoy socio-economic groups” and there were no so the bulk of their workforce is now work- passers-by or those stop- very quiet and timid. having the benefi ts – the outdoors, fi shing, cheap rentals anymore. ing remotely or from home. This is likely to ping for a closer look,” said Snakes are an important surfi ng? I can see why it is so attractive.” continue for many organisations into the one resident who snapped part of the natural local Natalie Holmes from LJ Hooker said Holiday rentals near future. a photo of the drowsy rep- environment and it is ille- the pandemic had prompted a change of All agents reported a small number of “Our locals will also have greater oppor- tile. gal to harm them. thinking. holiday homeowners moving their proper- tunities to work for organisations based Recently another reader “Leave snakes alone and “I think COVID-19 has shifted the way ties over to the permanent rental market. elsewhere, while continuing to enjoy the reported a close encounter they’ll leave you alone,” people think about where they live and Kaitlin said some O’Brien holiday home- fantastic lifestyle Bass Coast offers,” Ms with a snake while whale advised the snake-loving work. People are now so used to working owners had made the switch, to secure a Wastie said. watching at Berrys Beach. resident. from home and are taking this opportunity consistent income. “This will have positive fl ow on effects to relocate.” “The loss of the GP is a big hit. A lot of for our local economy and will cement Bass holiday properties rely on that income.” Coast as one of Victoria’s best places to live, Rental pressure She said O’Brien’s had 450 holiday rental work and invest.” The increased interest has put pressure properties that had been booked for either The impact of Coronavirus could deliver on the local market, with less rental prop- the GP or Superbikes. on a part of the Bass Coast Vision 2030 devel- erties available and houses being quickly oped by Council which describes Bass Coast snapped up. Landlords considerate as “a village in a technology world”, with “We are leasing properties quickly,” Kait- Under the current Coronavirus restric- technology making it possible for knowl- lin Foote said. tions, rent cannot be increased and tenants edge workers to operate in a virtual world. “The average online market is about 15 cannot be evicted. Knowledge workers are more likely to be days and normally it would be double that.” O’Brien Real Estate had revoked any rent- able to work remotely and derive their in- Natalie Holmes from LJ Hooker said al increases that took effect in March and come from outside the shire. there was a shortage of rentals on the mar- said they were helping where possible with The local economy would benefi t from ket and they were encouraging investors to any tenants struggling to pay their rent. those residents then spending that income Copperheads are the only species of snake on the island lease out their properties. “Our landlords have been pretty under- locally. and are usually very timid and quiet. Council Update FIRST NATIONAL REAL ESTATE FORTHCOMING AUCTION Saturday, November 3 at 1pm Candidate Training URGENTLY NEED PROPERTIES FOR SALE If you’re thinking of standing as a candidate in this year’s Council election, then make sure Lot 187 Seagrove Way, Cowes you complete the online candidate training before nominating. The training will help you Field of Dreams 36 FISHER STREET, VENTNOR, $710,000 PRICE REDUCTION!!! understand the role and responsibilities of being a councillor. This course is mandatory and This substantial 6 bedroom home is set on the hill and will take around an hour to complete. You will not be able to nominate as a candidate unless within walking distance to the beach, the home has been crafted to provide the perfect place to gather you have completed the training. This is a new requirement, introduced in the together and enjoy coastal life. The downstairs section Local Government Act 2020. 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THE ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2020 - PAGE 1113 Surf Beach wind Council election to go ahead The state government has advised months now due to the significant distancing. local government elections will go impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic The government has also launched ahead as scheduled for Saturday, on free and fair elections. its candidate training course online, turbine anger October 24. “Minister Leane’s announcement which all prospective candidates The Minister for Local Govern- means the elections will not have the will need to complete. It covers how A wind turbine proposed for a noise. In our quiet community, par- ment, Shaun Leane said the decision quality and diversity of candidates councils are run, support available residential property at Surf Beach – ticularly at night time, we are certain was made after he received advice that Victoria deserves. to councillors, the councillor code of which does not require a planning or it may be heard throughout the sub- from the Victorian Government So- “We know that not all councils conduct, conflict of interest guide- building permit – will be a noise and urb,” the letter stated. licitor’s Office and Chief Health Of- were in favour of postponing council lines and election donation rules. visual nuisance, say neighbouring “This structure poses a serious ficer as to how best to proceed while elections until 2021, but in the cur- The training course is one of a suite residents. safety hazard. 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All candidates will also be able property prices, and even impact The letter said there had been no current restrictions in Victoria on Minister Leane defended his position. to provide voters with a 300-word Shearwater birds. environmental impact studies un- campaigning,” the Minister said. “This decision was not made light- statement in their ballot packs to be However, the owner of the turbine dertaken, including on the effect to “The Chief Health Officer has ad- ly and is based on the best public sent to voters. – who has yet to erect the 10.5 me- Short-tailed Shearwaters. vised that October represents a period health advice available – but I am In a first for Victoria, councils will be tre structure – said he had built it to Other residents at council ques- when risk is likely to be substantially pleased Victorian communities can elected by state-wide postal voting. lower than at present, and there are have their say on their local gov- comply with all planning guidelines tion time asked why the owner of Women encouraged and as a response to climate change the home needed a turbine when he no compelling public health grounds ernment representatives at demo- to reduce his carbon footprint. already had solar panels on his roof. for the elections to be delayed.” cratic council general elections as The government has also given a Ten Surf Beach residents last week “This will be the tallest structure in The Municipal Association of Vic- planned.” $50,000 grant to social impact mar- toria (MAV) said it was disappointed keting firm Ellis Jones to encourage took their concerns to Bass Coast Surf Beach,” said residents Emmanu- Election preparations Shire’s council meeting, asking at el and Mary Sayyas. with the decision. and support more women to stand question time why the shire did not Stan and Margaret Simnett said The MAV has lobbied the gov- The Victorian Electoral Commis- for election. require a planning permit for the “in- the character of Surf Beach would ernment to postpone the elections, sion (VEC) has advised that election Due to launch this month, the “It’s dustrial” structure. be impacted and asked how the shire which it believes have been seriously preparations are already well under- Our Time” campaign aims to inspire CEO Ali Wastie responded she could “ensure no loss of amenity”. compromised by COVID-19. way and that there are no adminis- women to get involved in local gov- would write to the State Government Lou Pecora said while he was not It says the ongoing restrictions in trative or procedural barriers to the ernment and nominate for election. highlighting the planning loophole. opposed to wind turbines in ru- metropolitan Melbourne and rural election being held on October 24. The push will include the provision of Ms Wastie acknowledged resident ral land, “it was unacceptable in a and regional Victoria, could stop po- A set of Safe Campaigning Guide- online resources including webinars. concerns, explaining the turbine was residential area with quarter acre tential candidates from nominating lines have been developed in con- A century on from the election of considered “ancillary to the dwell- blocks”. and the current restrictions make sultation with the Department of the state’s first woman councillor, ing”, is proposed to be under 11m Cr Stephen Fullarton described the campaigning difficult and costly. Health and Human Services to help Mary Rogers, Victoria now boasts which does not trigger a planning turbine as “absurd” in a residential MAV President Cr Coral Ross said candidates follow the Chief Health the highest number of female may- permit in the general residential area, adding “it can’t be built there”. it was incredibly frustrating that the Officer’s directions and health ad- ors in history with 32 in place across zone and the output of energy from state government has not listened to vice during the campaign. the state. However, 13 of Victoria’s 79 is considered within acceptable pa- Response the sector and taken the common- The guidelines include advice on councils have just one female coun- sense decision to delay elections. rameters for domestic use. Owner of the turbine Rob told the how to safely conduct permitted cillor while overall, women account “We are taking the feedback from “We have been calling for a defer- campaign activities, safety for cam- for just 38 per cent of elected repre- Advertiser he had had followed all ral of local government elections for the community very seriously,” Ms planning guidelines to build the tur- paign teams, hygiene and physical sentatives. Wastie said. bine to specifications. “It is unfortunate that as it stands a “I’ve spent a lot of money to inves- planning permit is not required. tigate the rules and conform,” said “As CEO, I have written to the state Rob, who is an electrician. A new candidate for Island Ward government to highlight the lack of “If neighbours follow any relevant guidance within the state standard planning guidelines I’m not going to Local writer and homelessness developed a Pandemic Recovery controls and have requested amend- complain. Rules and guidelines are activist Mikhaela Barlow has an- Plan, including rate relief for com- ments to planning schemes to enable there for a reason and I’m following nounced she is standing as a candi- mercial businesses and diverting council review and oversight of do- them.” date for Island Ward in the 2020 Bass funds from any non-critical capital mestic wind turbines. He said he had installed the solar Coast Shire Council Election. works. She says the plan gives the is- “I have also written to the land- panels to reduce his home’s carbon Her campaign has the support of land the best chance to bounce back owner regarding the community emissions and to avoid the need to her father, former councillor Gareth after the pandemic. concerns.” burn wood in a fireplace. Barlow. Mikhaela believes for “too long He added he needed the turbine to Currently working in disability the island has had successive Coun- Impact reduce his holiday home’s fossil fuel health services, Mikhaela believes cillors who were facsimiles of each A letter distributed to residents needs and was planning to live on this council election comes at a criti- other and had the same old ideas from Our Surf Beach Community the island. cal time for Phillip Island and the about addressing them” and it’s time Group states the turbine could set a “I don’t want to burn wood like my shire generally. for real change. precedent for others on the island to neighbours, whose chimney stack is She said she intends to stand for Anyone wanting to know more also erect similar structures. too small so the smoke comes in my election on a Climate Emergency about Mikhaela’s plans and poli- “Wind turbines produce a lot of house.” platform, as she believes council cies can visit www.blueskyfutures- continues to make decisions and research.com, contact her through operate in a way which will never Mikhaela Barlow is standing as a her social media, email mbarlow- achieve Carbon Neutrality by 2030. candidate for Island Ward in the up- [email protected] or call Penguins streamed live nightly In response to COVID-19, she has coming election. 0473 490 050. In a world first, Phillip Island’s much- loved Penguin Parade is now stream- ing live to the world every night. Live Penguin TV will allow fans in Victoria and around the world to watch Cr Whelan stands again the famous Penguin Parade on their phone, computer or device, or stream In one of the island’s worst kept He also confirmed his support for to their TV when they can’t see it in per- secrets, Island Ward Councillor Mi- the Cowes Cultural Centre project, son due to current travel restrictions. chael Whelan has confirmed he will saying it would provide first-class per- It is believed to be the world’s first recontest the upcoming Council formance spaces and inject a strong nightly live stream of a natural wild- elections in October. stimulus into the local economy. In a media statement released last Cr Whelan said he was proud of life event at a regular time, with expert Phillip Island’s Little Penguins are week, he said there was a “strong the way the current Island Ward commentary. now being streamed live to the need for experience and continuity councillors had worked together, The live stream will continue af- world every night via Facebook and on the Council,” in these uncertain saying it had delivered “substantial ter the current restrictions are lifted YouTube. to allow as many people as possible, times and that a number of key proj- benefits across the board for Phillip particularly those interstate and over- joy this special event every night,’’ Ms ects and issues would “benefit great- Island”. seas who can’t come to Victoria, to ex- Basterfield said. ly” by his continued involvement. He expressed his gratitude and perience the nightly Parade where up “The Little Penguins have missed These projects include the Cowes thanks to Cr Pamela Rothfield (who to 3,000 Little Penguins emerge from having the crowds watching them ev- East erosion plan, the new Transit is not standing for re-election) for Bass Strait after fishing, and waddle ery night, so I’m sure they will put on a Centre, Jetty Triangle redevelopment, her leadership as Mayor and her rep- up the beach to return to their burrows. good show for the cameras.’’ Smiths Beach Masterplan; and the resentation of the island community. The launch of Live Penguin TV coin- Environment Minister Lily D’Ambrosio Bass Coast Climate Emergency Plan. cides with the annual breeding season, welcomed the live streaming. He pledged to continue working to Councillor Michael Whelan is the with cute and fluffy penguin chicks “It’s fantastic this wonderful daily address the climate emergency and only one of the current Island Ward starting to fill the hundreds of burrows display of nature right here in Vic- prepare for the new recreation pre- councillors who will recontest the scattered across sand dunes above the toria is now going to be seen in the cinct on the outskirts of Cowes. upcoming election. wild beach. loungerooms of people around the Phillip Island Nature Parks Chief world,” Ms D’Ambrosio said. Executive Catherine Basterfield said “I have no doubt the live streaming the extraordinarily popular video ear- will delight those who’ve never seen lier this year by BBC commentator An- these little penguins in action and en- Online training for candidates drew Cotter showcased Phillip Island’s courage even more people to visit Aus- penguins to tens of millions of people tralia’s most popular wildlife attraction Bass Coast Shire Council has Electoral Commission. made to deliver the training online around the world and planted the idea when it’s safe to do so.” welcomed the announcement that A Council spokesperson said that instead,” the spokesperson said. to live stream the nightly parade. Phillip Island Nature Parks’ rangers will mandatory Local Government the mandatory training will be pro- The training will help potential The Penguin Parade also featured provide live expert commentary on the Candidate Training will be con- vided by the State Government, as candidates understand the role on the global Tourism Australia event, parade. The plan is soon to provide com- ducted online. part of the new Local Government and responsibilities of being a Live from Aus. mentary in different languages to cater to Anyone considering running in Act 2020. councillor. “The Andrew Cotter video and Tour- the Parade’s huge overseas audience. the upcoming council elections in “It was anticipated that councils To complete the course, or for ism Australia exposure reminded us all To watch the show go to: www.face- October must complete the man- would hold face-to-face training, more information visit www.lo- how entertaining and loved our Little book.com/PhillipIslandNatureParks/; datory training, in order to be eli- however, in the interests of com- calgovernment.vic.gov.au/council- Penguins are, and Live Penguin TV will or www.youtube.com/user/PIPenguin- gible to nominate with the Victorian munity safety, the decision was governance/candidate-training. now allow everyone in the world to en- Parade PAGE 1214 - THE ADVERTISER, Wednesday, August 26, 2020 Jack Johnston uses Face Time to Hayley Chambers, Operations Manager at Melaleuca Lodge (back, third keep in touch with his daughter Melaleuca Lodge residents May Webster (left) and Joan Rodwell enjoy hap- from right) is pictured with some of the dedicated team at the community Trish, while Stage 3 lockdown is in py hour. run aged care facility. place at Melaleuca Lodge. Melaleuca residents are safe, happy and well Melaleuca Lodge is a Phillip Island vices for residents to do this.” departments of government.” Aged Care facility, run by the com- Hayley said snail mail was also Hayley is extremely proud of the munity, for the community, since it making a comeback. Letters, cards 39 staff members who work at the was established back in the 1970s. along with care packages and flow- facility. It has 37 aged care beds, and cur- ers keep arriving. “Our staff are doing an absolutely rently 35 elderly community mem- Pre-Stage 3 lockdown, staff also fantastic job,” she says. bers are in residence. set up visiting stations outside the “They are the people who make a When Covid first hit Victoria, staff building, where families could visit difference to the residents’ lives ev- lost no time and major planning got and chat through the fence, with so- ery day. They complain little about underway. cial distancing adhered to. the changes and work very hard. “We hoped for the best, but “It was once said by a family mem- planned for the worst,” says Hayley Community support ber, following the death of their loved Chambers, Melaleuca Operations Community support has also one, that if indeed angels walk on this Manager, who heads the facility. brought cheer into the aged care fa- earth, they must all work at Melaleuca. “We were aware of what could cility. “Sometimes I think he could have happen”. The students at Cowes Primary been right,” says Hayley. “We were and still are following School sent over a large box of post- the government’s instructions and cards they had made. Management plan guidelines closely and working hard The A4 postcards had beautifully The Covid outbreak management to always be prepared”. drawn pictures on one side, and plan prepared at Melaleuca is con- Precautionary changes have been cheerful messages on the other. stantly amended as more is learned made. After being distributed to residents about the virus. Before the first Stage 3 lockdown to enjoy, they were gathered back “Hopefully, it won’t be needed,” was announced, visitors were not and made into a coffee table book says Hayley, “but we are at the ready banned at Melaleuca “but we actively for the library. Ho Chi Minh is a long-haired pug who comes to visit Melaleuca most days if it is! discouraged them unless absolutely While at home doing remote learn- “We are also in close contact with necessary,” Hayley says. ing, a young primary school aged with Binnie Brown. Jack Johnston’s lap is the pug’s favourite place to sit when the Lodge is not in lockdown. Bass Coast Health and our visiting To compensate, and to facilitate boy from Cape Woolamai wrote doctors. Everyone is working well ongoing connections with between beautiful Easter cards to residents together over this period.” family members and friends, a dedi- he had never met. dents when masked staff members A glass of wine accompanies these The lessons Hayley says her team cated social media person was ap- Flowers have been sent, some from appeared. It was especially so for sessions. have learned from what has occurred pointed to the staff, to help with this. past employees, to thank all at Mela- those with dementia. They cannot see “It truly is a happy hour,” says Hayley. elsewhere is to be fully prepared, and Learning to use technology to leuca for the work they are doing, and our smiles, so it was difficult for them. Residents also thoroughly enjoyed ready to immediately respond. communicate was a first for some. the Phillip Island Patchworkers set to “In these situations, we are taking participating in a Doorstep Docu- She feels reassured by the fact that Not just for the residents, but several and made masks for all staff members. extra time and care to reassure them”. mentary made by Claire Davie. of near 800 aged care nursing homes staff and family members as well. The residents, while obviously With visitors and outings restrict- Claire came and took photos from in Victoria, less than a tenth have Some residents have children in missing visits with family and ed, Hayley is also seeing a lot more outside the front door and gathered been affected by Covid. their 70s and 80s, who are not par- friends, are taking each day in the involvement by residents in the life- stories from residents for publication “We have lots of advantages. We ticularly good with social media main in their stride. style programs on offer at the facility. about what Covid meant to them. are a community facility and quite technology. Hayley describes their response The knitting and walking pro- “Almost half of the residents partici- small. Management know all the “We needed to support them as to the changes that are going on grams are “bursting at the seams” pated, and they had a wonderful time. residents, all the staff and all of the well,” says Hayley. around them as “awesome”. numbers wise, and exercise classes A busy time families, and this certainly helps. “Residents are now skyping, on Memories have returned for many are popular. “We are well supported in our As far as Hayley and her staff go, Facetime and using Facebook Mes- residents, of the polio epidemic re- The grounds at Melaleuca are work by the Melaleuca Committee, the past six months have been an ex- senger, as well as making phone calls.” strictions they endured in the 1930s beautiful, and good weather has and Auxiliary.” tra busy time. “It’s a new way but a great way for and 40s as children. been a blessing for the walkers to Hayley feels fortunate in the cur- “I have done more reading since everyone to keep in touch.” “They are so resilient and adjust- get outside. rent Covid climate and lockdown COVID than I did in my whole uni- Melaleuca also compiled a list of ing very gracefully. Spirits in the “We are wracking our brains to that everything is going well. versity degree,” she comments. residents, with notation on how each main are high. Just a few struggle a keep coming up with new activi- She is aware that many in our Information from government prefers to communicate. little,” Hayley comments. ties and ways to keep our beautiful broader community are struggling. departments is issued daily, and it “This was used to make sure ev- residents engaged and entertained,” With no end in sight for the mo- must be reviewed and implemented eryone was in touch with family Masks a challenge Hayley says. ment, her message is a simple one. as required. and friends, either via the telephone, The compulsory wearing of masks A new resident plays the piano for “Everyone be kind to one another, “The hardest thing is deciphering email or through a social media vid- by all staff has been the biggest chal- everyone on a regular basis and his please. the constant directives and guide- eo option. lenge for residents, she comments. tunes can be heard filling halls in the “Kindness does not cost a thing.” “We have purchased additional de- “It was confronting for some resi- afternoons. lines that keep arriving from various

Eileen Maiden, Betty Hopley and Shirley Courtis, all well known island identities, are safe and well at Melaleuca, although they are all missing visits from family and friends. All enjoy the phone calls which keep them in touch. Eileen says residents could not Jim McFee, pictured with Melaleuca staff members Geraldine have asked for better staff, who have bent over backwards to Hewett and Paul Iverach. Jim has missed not going home as keep them amused. Betty continues to enjoy walking and phone much, but says Melaleuca Lodge staff are very good to him calls with her son. Shirley says she is well looked after and happy and there is always someone to have a chat and a laugh with Resident Joan Burrow enjoys a laugh with staff member Nina. that she can still stay in touch with family. The pandemic has like Geraldine and Paul. Photo: Claire Davie, Doorstep Docu- Joan misses her daughters visiting. Photo: Claire Davie, Door- revived memories of the polio epidemic that began in the 1930s. mentary. step Documentary. Photo: Claire Davie, Doorstep Documentary. THE ADVERTISER, Wednesday, August 26, 2020 - PAGE 1315 CORONAVIRUS LATEST LOCAL INFORMATION Lockdown lowdown This week, in the second round of ferred me to radiology in Frankston. your boobs, get the pap smear, check weeks, but it has been a long recovery. our weekly Coronavirus lockdown Frankston Hospital has had a Cov- your skin. I have had to start over 16,000 diary, Lisa McLure shares a very id cluster, but because this was radi- Doctors are still working and our times – give up, start again, the personal experience that happened ology I felt safe and they took every bodies are still doing what they do on whole cycle. over the past week. precaution. the inside, no matter what corona is As a personal trainer I had a lot of The mum of two, who is married The procedure was a bit uncomfy, but doing. self-doubt, thinking I was a fraud, to Tim and is a personal trainer and what would you prefer, that or ignore it The response from my friends has because I couldn’t run. hairdresser, says in the lead up to and the outcome down the road? been unbelievable. So many, includ- I used to teach body combat and do Daffodil Day this Friday (August 28), I was pretty calm waiting for the ing nurses, said they keep putting off burpees and I couldn’t do it anymore it’s critical to remember that just results, I thought it is what it is, you getting tests or forgetting to do it. because of the surgery. because our focus is on the pandem- can’t change it and it was good I As women we are nurturers, we of- I had to start with a walk and then ic, doesn’t mean other health issues found it early. ten put others before ourselves. But it was a walk run. are put on hold. Although on Wednesday night I you can’t nurture your children if It’s been as much a physical battle broke the no drinking rule and had you’re not here. as a mental one. “With Covid, a lot of us are putting a few. But it did nothing for me and Also I need to clarify last week’s It’s frustrating as hell and physi- off looking after ourselves because I said to Tim I never want to feel that column – where I said I get up in cally it’s even about getting enough we’re so busy working from home, way again like I did the next morn- the morning and go for a run then a oxygen into my lungs, because I’m looking after others, homeschooling ing with a hangover; although obvi- swim. A lady even came into the hair not used to it. – all the changes. ously my adrenal glands played a salon and said ‘good on you’. I’ve found once I stick to it, We’re more worried about whether factor in feeling off too. But in all honesty, full disclosure, it’s though, I start to feel better about it we have a runny nose and a sore throat. The following day I got my results not pretty. It’s not like I jump out of bed and I improve. My mum died at the age I am now of back and it’s not sinister. I’m still and it’s all sunshine and rainbows. It’s the same with jumping in the breast cancer, so I’m at a genetic risk. waiting on the final results, but it’s When I run it’s like slow motion, ocean. I’m not doing laps or anything. So last Sunday I thought I better all good. like a hound with a face that’s wob- I literally jump in: a dunk; like a have a poke around – because Covid The whole experience really hit Why is Lisa holding daffodils, taking bly, I’ve got steam coming off my baptism. I jump in once for myself doesn’t stop cancer – and I found a home that in the midst of the pan- a winter’s dip in the ocean, without head and I’m bright red. and once for someone who needs lump on my boob. demic we’re forgetting this stuff. bathers? Read on to find out. To get to this point there’s been a some positivity. I called the Cowes medical centre So ever since my scan I’ve been lot of tears because of the frustration. I can’t wait to do it today. I feel so straight away and got an appoint- posting messages on socials remind- and the blokes too. After my hysterectomy two years alive after it, it’s unbelievable how ment the next day and my doctor re- ing all my girlfriends to get checked Get your prostates checked, check ago I thought I’d be walking within two good it feels.” What can we do in Stage 3? Active cases dropping The number of active cases of COV- needed to be carefully considered, the Regional Victoria, including here “Now is not the time to slack off all with people,” said Ms Crugnale. ID-19 in Bass Coast continues to fall. Premier said, urging people not to travel in Bass Coast, is enjoying a greater our efforts, let’s keep going, and sup- “Wash and rewash your hands, According to statistics released by unless it was absolutely necessary. level of freedom than the residents port and encourage each other along wear a mask properly (and I mean DHHS on Monday, August 24, there He urged anyone with any symp- of Melbourne who are under Stage the way.” properly!) and get tested even with is currently only one active case in toms to get tested and then stay home 4 lockdown. the mildest of symptoms. the area. until their results came through. This is causing some confusion Visiting Melbourne “This is tough, this is not over, and In the last six weeks, the number More than 340,000 regional Victori- for local residents, who are unsure Government guidelines state “you this is seriously impacting just about of active cases has fluctuated be- ans have been tested to date. where and how far they’re allowed must not travel into metropolitan everything – our local businesses, tween one and four. Since the start to travel. Melbourne under Stage 4 restric- our very social fabric, our health and of the pandemic in March, 11 cases More information Unlike Melbourne, there is no tions, except to buy necessary goods our mental health. have been recorded in the shire. From this week, new data provid- night-time curfew or 5km travel re- and services, for care and compas- “People are stretched and not cop- Ten days ago, Premier Daniel An- ing information about cases on a striction in place. That means resi- sionate reasons or permitted work, ing. We just have to get these num- drews expressed concern about the local level will be available on the dents are still permitted to travel to and provided you comply with the bers down quickly so we can start growing number of cases in regional Department of Health and Human other regional areas, including driv- Stage 4 restrictions.” rebuilding our lives, economy, and areas, particularly Geelong, Ballarat Services (DHHS) website. ing from Phillip Island to Wonthaggi. That means a shopping trip to our community.” and Bendigo and launched a testing The information will include a list But there’s a catch. Chadstone to buy a new dress is not She said the best way to keep safe and contact tracing blitz. of high-risk locations. The Premier The trip can only be for one of four allowed, however you can attend was to “live to the spirit and intention Since then, the regional numbers said this will allow local communi- reasons: medical appointments or go to work. of the Stay at Home rules” and ask have halved. ties to find the information relevant • to shop for food and essential Anyone travelling through Mel- yourself when you leave home – “is Even so, the Premier said it was to them and “see if there has been goods or services bourne, is advised to plan their trip this really, really essential”. important everyone in regional Vic- exposure in their local area.” • to provide care, for compassionate to avoid stopping in an impacted “To be blunt – limit your movement toria “stays the course” and even Data on the number of active cas- reasons or to seek medical treatment area. and interaction with people.” areas with low numbers needed to es, outbreaks and aged care cases • to exercise Ms Crugnale recommended any- Ms Crugnale said it was important remain vigilant. will also be available at www.dhhs. • for work or study, if you can’t do one moving through the lockdown to check in with friends and neigh- Any travel to or from regional Victoria vic.gov.au/coronavirus. it from home area carry documentation that jus- bours to make sure people were cop- The aim of the restrictions is to tifies one of the three reasons for ing with the restrictions. Tell us your stories: When Stage 3 restrictions were reintroduced, limit movement across the state and travel. “If you or anyone you know is we asked readers to share their stories, inspirations, frustrations, hopes the amount we interact with other This would include proof of an struggling, please reach out because and fears. Ian Burns from Rhyll told us escaping to his garden has people. appointment, a letter from your em- there are people who can help,” she been a key part of dealing with the latest lockdown. You cannot go on holiday, have vis- ployer, or if self-employed, the con- said. If you’ve got a story to tell, or know someone who deserves a shout-out itors to your house or visit friends, tact details of who you are visiting Available mental health services for the work they’ve done to help others in the community, unless it is for care giving or com- for work related purposes. include: email us at: [email protected]. passionate reasons. “You would not be going to Mel- • Lifeline 13 11 17 And while you are allowed to go bourne to buy essential supplies like • Kids Helpline (age 5-25 yrs) for a drive, you should only leave milk,” she said. • MensLine Australia 1300 789 978 your car for one of the permitted rea- “If you need supplies deemed es- • Safe Steps (Family Violence avail- Surviving COVID-19 sons listed above. able 24/7) 1800 015 188 sential and you are unable to buy – by Ian Burns I mentally picture the swamp har- Everyone must wear a face cover- them online, then it is advisable to • Suicide Call Back Service 1300 ing when they leave home. 659 467 rier I saw yesterday, hovering and also have documentation.” Here I am again, my favorite ritual gliding over the swamp land on the Member for Bass, Jordan Crugnale Holiday homeowners who live in • Beyond Blue 1300 224 636 of having my morning coffee sitting said although things were difficult, • ReachOut au.reachout.com Rhyll/Cowes Road. Occasionally he Melbourne should not be travelling on the front lawn, amongst my plants and his partner come up as far as the lockdown was getting results. to Phillip Island unless it is for es- “And you can always ring my of- and vegetables. My chair is getting a “Thank you so much for everything fice Monday – Friday on 5672 4755. Rhyll, gliding high on the wind cur- sential maintenance work. bit wonky and I’m mentally planning rents, a keen eye looking for move- each and every one of you are doing. Anyone already at their holiday We are always here to help, and can on how I’m going to repair it again “Whilst the daily numbers look direct you to the right service or re- ment that might mean a feed. house when Stage 3 came into effect so it might last a few more years. I think of my brothers and sister, promising and our restrictions are at midnight on August 5 must stay source that you need. Know that you The sun streams down on my up- taking effect, we still have people are not alone,” said Ms Crugnale. wanting badly to shake their hand there until the end of the restrictions. turned face, I wiggle my toes into the and hug them all. I mentally send dying from this horrible virus, we Full details of the current Stage 3 still damp green grass. I look upward, have young people getting infected Keeping safe restrictions are available at: www. them a message to stay safe, be care- giving thanks to who or what (Moth- ful and bloody well survive this rotten and children in hospital,” Ms Crug- “The most important thing you can dhhs.vic.gov.au/stay-home-regional- er Nature?) for the fact I’m alive, nale said. victoria-covid-19 thing that has been thrust upon us all. do is limit movement and interaction mentally well and physically healthy. I vividly picture the faces of my I hear and feel the sounds of the friends: some I have not seen for quite garden around me, mentally note all through testing service is available some time. I silently hope they are cop- the subtle changes in my plants and ing and are being careful to stay healthy. 10am-5pm, 7 days a week. veggies. They seem as content as me You can also book a test at Won- Now I’m conjuring up what I might (and slightly pampered I might add); have for lunch, scrambled eggs on thaggi Medical Centre, Monday to I count all the birds as my friends, Friday (Ph: 0492 036 568 or www. toast sounds OK; my wife has al- Take the test even the old currawong (lousy jacks ready “decreed” that she wants fish, hotdoc.com.au/medical-centres/ if you live in NSW). There is another You should be tested if you dis- of smell or taste. wonthaggi-VIC-3995/wonthaggi- mashed potatoes and peas for din- regular visitor I have named “Dirty ner … so that’s a no brainer. I’m the play even the mildest symptoms, Testing is available at: respiratory-clinic/doctors). Harry”, he’s an Ibis, and as such nev- including: fever, chills or sweats, • Phillip Island Health Hub (24 People should phone their doctor cook (on most occasions) nowadays er seems to clean himself .I hear the so that’s fine with me. cough, sore throat, shortness of hours a day). Call 5951 2100. or the Coronavirus hotline on 1800 maggies, the plovers and the some- breath, runny nose, or loss of sense • Wonthaggi Hospital drive 675 398 if their symptoms get worse. And I think to myself ... what a what harsh call of the wattle birds. A wonderful world. Kooka sings in the distance. PAGE 1416 - THE ADVERTISER, Wednesday, August 26, 2020 Business Guide LOCAL TRADES AND SERVICES

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Essentially, this budget does not re- Self-employed and small business the above uses were mentioned in the A Facebook group was started to flect reality. It is the predictable follow owners have been left out in the cold. for the environment application for the permit. Instead the garner support for an off-leash area in on from last year’s budget, implement- Though the banks and landlords People who don’t live in Bass Coast application states – “The proposal will Cape Woolamai. I decided to set up a ing decisions and strategies made long have been cajoled into offering limited but pay rates here are entitled to vote provide a useful function space option page for Cowes. We worked with Na- before Covid-19 was a thing. It throws relief in the form of deferred payments, both where they live and in Bass Coast for locals and visitors who may need ture Parks and the Council collabora- into sharp focus Council’s determina- what has not been considered is all the at the upcoming local council elec- an off-site space in which to run meet- tively and created the current off-leash tion to lock an incoming Council into incidental expenses of running a busi- tions. But only if they enrol here. En- ings, workshops, forums, parties, etc.” beaches. Another local group was not large infrastructure projects such as ness. Unlike JobKeeper and JobSeeker rolment is open till Friday August 28. … and “will cater for refreshments and so helpful. They wouldn’t budge on the Cultural Centre, projects which where the remedial payments are auto- Non-residents are really important in meals (e.g. breakfast, morning and af- their goal to ban dogs completely on have not been demonstrated to have matically given by the government, the Bass Coast, e.g. in Bunurong Ward they ternoon tea, and lunch).” the beach. much tourism value in a normal pre- onus is on business to be proactive to make up nearly 33 per cent of all possi- It also says there is an opportunity I have been harassed in the street, pandemic economy. Given the disas- discover relief via various websites. All ble votes, and in Island Ward it is near- “to provide a dining experience aimed beach and outside my home. I have ter unfolding daily in our tourism and levels of government, especially in Vic- ly 60 per cent. If you are a non-resident, at local clientele over the warmer been stalked and had my photo taken hospitality sectors, it is a disgrace that toria, have a moral obligation to treat please enrol. If you are a resident, and months, where it would be possible to by people hiding in the bush. I have Council has failed to heed the warn- businesses like employees. As it stands know someone who pay rates here, en- use the north-facing area adjacent to had threats of all kinds. ings of any competent economist or at the moment, after December when courage them to enrol. For more info the building”. Sounds like a restaurant. All we want is to work together to tourism sector spokesperson and most of the moratoriums cease busi- and how to enrol go to: www.vec.vic. And for up to 60 people. find solutions. There was never an “us paused their grand designs in order to nesses will collapse because the turn- gov.au/voting/2020-local-council-elec- The hours requested on this develop- vs them” mentality, it was always just divert all available funds into measures over pos- Covid will be insufficient to tion/elections/bass-coast-shire-council ment are up to 11pm. them. Now, thanks to the behaviours which will immediately and directly service the debts of pre-Covid. David Rooks, Island Ward candidate We are sure the cottages are fan- and unwillingness of several people assist local businesses. Once our local We have JobKeeper and JobSeeker, tastically ecologically advanced with and councillors it is an “us vs them”. economy has stabilised, local busi- now we need ShopKeeper. Five Acres support 9.5 kw of solar system and rainwater So, Tricia O’Brien I suggest doing some nesses have re-opened, new businesses Ronnie Bauer, candidate for Island capacity, energy efficient appliances, research as you are a newcomer to this have replaced those that sadly failed, Ward It is with disappointment that we and a worm septic farm. We do hope battle. The mentality from your side and local workers have regained the read misinformed, untrue and petty suitable research has been done on was the catalyst for the formation of hours they once had, then Council can letters regarding the pending develop- With rights come this septic system. It is a highly sig- the Phillip Island Dog Owners Asso- resume its determined pursuit of Big ment at McHaffies Lane by the Lamaro nificant area just above McHaffies ciation. New Buildings. responsibilities Family at Five Acres. This family of five Lagoon and other significant wildlife Nick Carlson, Cowes What the community is asking for As another dog lover, I wish to com- are our neighbours at McHaffies Lane (bird) habitats. In fact this is the most is a Council which understands their mend the very thoughtful and civilised and we have looked over their plans, we have heard about the cottages as Defending Dog Owners problems and is prepared to change letter from Trish O’Brien regarding the asked questions and had them an- issues concerning the PI Dog Owners’ neighbours. “I write in response to a recent letter their own plans in order to help. The swered. They are not building a func- Association. We are not against tourism, as long regarding the Phillip Island Dog Own- workers in our community who are tion centre. It is an existing barn with As is often pointed out in many con- as it is done correctly and in the right ers Association. technically employed but desperate practical improvements that comple- texts, with rights come responsibilities, locations. It’s just we feel very strongly As a member, I am horrified by the for more hours need a Council which ment the already beautification and and here on this beautiful island we about protecting a piece of one of the comparison to the American National pursues every opportunity to generate necessary upgrades to their property. should try to be aware of our respon- most beautiful , pristine, and signifi- Rifle Association. tourism, support local jobs, support This family has worked tirelessly to sibilities to others and to the natural cant spots on Phillip Island for current I am a fairly average person, I love local business and show some actual establish gardens, plant trees and re- world around us. This must include and future generations – not only for us my two fur baby puppies, I love beach leadership in this crisis. store this small farm to a much higher preventing our pets from harassing people but the unique flora and fauna walks, and as a fairly new resident of Our current councillors are clearly standard. Their farm is not on the fore- wildlife on the beaches. we should be so proud of. Ventnor, I feel privileged to enjoy the not up to the task. shore, nor have they removed any trees From my observations in Ventnor, John Hazelden, Ventnor island and its environment every day. This October I urge every Islander or vegetation. Perhaps people need to while there are many responsible dog- It is so important to me to be able to to consider the actual plans the vari- ask questions of the Lamaro Family owners there are many who do not Dog owners defended enjoy beach walks every day with my ous candidates, and especially the cur- before jumping on band wagons or in- comply with the rules. Many dogs are A letter to Tricia O’Brien (Advertiser two Jack Russells. Their simple enjoy- rent councillors, are offering. Consider stigating witch hunts. We know they off-lead in areas where they shouldn’t August 19 “Why I can’t join the Phillip ments of sniffing and running, enrich which ones are selling dreams and nice would happily address any concerns or be. Many dogs run after birds, chasing Island Dog Association”). Ms O’Brien my life. It’s the simple things in life that words and which ones actually have answer any questions you may have, as them along the beach. I have seen dogs writes she was hopeful that a new are often the best! serious plans to help you, the voter. they did ours. Surely we have evolved go into the bush and chase wallabies. group would work to find common I know there must be a balance for The pandemic hasn’t ended. We need enough to just be polite and also to give The conditions for allowing a dog ground and shared space on the beach. everyone to enjoy the island, but the a Council which recognizes the gravity people a chance. off-lead is that they be ‘under effective She then mentions the Phillip Island physical and mental health benefits of of the situation and acts accordingly. Pip and Peter List, Cowes voice control’. Very few dogs in my ex- Dog Owners Association has created my daily enjoyment of the Ventnor off- I ask everyone to visit www.bluesky- perience are fully under voice control, an “us vs them” mentality using an an- leash beach with my puppies, cannot futuresresearch.com to see the plans Ventnor planning permit especially not if they have something tagonistic approach. be measured. my team and I have developed that be- I read with interest your article (Au- exciting to chase. This is not the reality. A question Healthy and well-balanced people gin to address that pandemic and con- gust 19) regarding the Five Acre Farm I wonder why beaches are such an raised by a local resident to the Bass are better equipped to make healthy sider voting for me. which is of course 46 McHaffies Lane, issue. It’s true that dogs like the beach, Coast Shire Council started a review of and respectful decisions about protect- Mikhaela Barlow, Cape Woolamai Ventnor. but they also love being able to run off-leash beaches, which had only just ing the island and all its inhabitants Authorised by Mikhaela Barlow, 57 We had to smile when we read the anywhere. Millions of dogs are hap- been granted after recommendations now and for future generations. Tampa Road, Cape Woolamai, 3925 ideas on the use of the proposed Func- pily exercised in open areas set aside for suitable off-leash beaches from M Harnan, Ventnor tion Room – “our ideas on the space are for that purpose in cities. I would like the Nature Parks. This was faced with Help needed for vast with a focus on cooking classes, to see more spaces inland for our dogs, much opposition mainly from some fermenting and preserving foods, re- Budget concerns self-employed rather than open more of our contested very vocal members of the Phillip Is- generative farming collaborations, Bass Coast Shire Council approved In this time of Covid, we have JobKeep- beaches, with the problems that cre- land Conservation Society. Bass Coast bee keeping workshops and bespoke the Annual Budget 2020/21 at the er and JobSeeker. This helps the employ- ates. Better to chase a tennis ball than Council set up a survey and drop-in events at some stage.” Council Meeting on Wednesday Au- ees of a business to put food on the table a threatened species. sessions, showing 85 per cent support What is the truth about the use of the gust 19. and pay the most essential of bills. Jenny Skewes, Ventnor Business Guide LOCAL TRADES AND SERVICES

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BATES, Brenda: Initiative of Phillip Island Position Vacancies PART-TIME SUPERVISOR Thanks for being one of Masonic Lodge Bass Coast Health Reliable, honest, must be available our most treasured and some weekends and a team player. loyal friends over the years. Will miss sharing Some cooking required. our special occasions Bass Coast Health is seeking applications Training provided. 20 hrs+ a week. and fun times with you. CHURCH for the following positions: Contact Steve, 0411 592 759 Love to Len (Harbs), Registered Nurse J000230AA Michelle, Carolyn, NOTICES Casual – Closes 13/9/2020 Suzanne and families. Burgers We’ll be here for you. Members should check their Registered Nurse – Acute Ward Daisy, Moon and Family church websites for details of Full Time / Part Time – Fixed Term & Beers service times and guidelines. NOTICE OF AGM – Closes 30/8/2020 BATES, Brenda: UNITING CHURCH: Associate Nurse Unit Manager Dear Little Brenda, we www.cowes.unitingchurch.org. 7 September 2020 – Aged Care – Kirrak BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES will miss your chirpy au/minister.php Part Time – Closes 18/9/2020 ways and our friendly 9.30am Physiotherapist – Grade 2 chats. www.facebook.com/ Virtual Meeting Love to Len, his girls, pages/St-Johns-Uniting- Part Time Fixed Term (2 x positions) Looking for a lifestyle change? Church/828979940479969 – closes 4/9/2020 and their families at this For more information and to Wanting to be your own boss? very sad time. BAPTIST CHURCH: Personal Care Worker Korral, Charlie, Mitch www.islandbaptist.org.au/ register your attendance visit: – Aged Care – Kirrak and Em. Casual – Closes 28/8/2020 HOPE CHURCH: www.pirsl.com.au WILKINSON, Kaye: are emailing members Hospital Medical Officer Passed away peacefully www.islandhopechurch.com/ – Medical Workforce Department on August 21, 2020 Full Time / Part Time CATHOLIC CHURCH: Loved wife of Rob. For full position details, a position Jim’s Mowing is looking for a new Franchisee Loving Mum and www.cdsale.org.au/ description and how to apply, in San Remo or Grantville area. coronavirus mother-in-law to Robbie please refer to the BCH website Ph 131 546 or www.jimsmowing.com.au & Edward, Keiran and www.cdsale.org.au/ JO00225AA prayer-and-reflection basscoasthealth.org.au or contact Bianca, Eden and Troy Human Resources via email and Britt. ST PHILLIP’S ANGLICAN [email protected] JO00229AA Adored Nan to Tyler. CHURCH: Loved sister and www.anglicanparishbass- sister-in-law to phillipisland.org/ Notice is hereby given that the Donna and John. Annual General Meeting will be held on t 5671 3333 f 5671 3300 e [email protected] ADVERTISER Forever in our Hearts. www.facebook.com/ September 10th 2020 at 5.30pm via Zoom. stphilipscowes/ w www.basscoasthealth.org.au The business of the Annual General Meeting shall be: PUBLIC NOTICES PHILLIP ISLAND SURF CHURCH: 1) an update on the affairs of the group, LETTERS 2) conducting elections for committee, PUBLIC NOTICES www.facebook.com/pages/ “Jesus Christ category/ 3) voting on special resolutions (if required), TO THE EDITOR is the same Christian-Church/Surf-Church- 4) announcement of Life Membership(s) if awarded. Tell us your views with a ‘Letter to the Editor’, yesterday Phillip-Island- Conducting an AGM via Zoom during a pandemic is (350 word limit). Email: [email protected] 360300548086709/ and today a new and different situation. This AGM will be lim- ited to members only and require that attendees Questions for candidates and forever.” pre-register by the 7th Sept to enable us to track NARCOTICS ANONY- With Council elections being held in October, Hebrews 13:8, KJV attendance and voting automatically. MOUS: Weekly meet- Bass Coast Ratepayers and Residents Associa- ings Bass Coast Shire: After pre-registration, members will then be sent a tion is very interested to know what each candi- Cowes - Sunday 5-6pm, unique invitation to the meeting. date stands for. St Philip’s Church (opp. Pre-registration with your name and email, can be Some weeks ago, the association invited the Coles); Wonthaggi - Fri- community to offer questions to be put to the can- day 11am, Salvation performed via: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/ register/tZMpcuCqrTkiHtGrSfvSQ6axlcWLjdEoj2wh. didates. Army Hall (149 McKen- The association has received a good response, zie St.). 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For further MSC7943 inaccurate factual material or interests are avoided or Contact Terry on spond to the questionnaire, this advice will also information see omission of key facts. adequately disclosed, and that www.presscouncil.org.au 4. Ensure that where material they do not influence published 0438 808 428 be published to the BCRRA website. refers adversely to a person, material. Kevin Griffi th, President BCRRA PAGE 1820 - THE ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2020 Woolamai’s Award winning lifesaver Climate change risks Hannah Tzimokas from the Woola- mai Beach Surf Life Saving Club is the Victorian Beach Lifeguard of the debated in Silverleaves Year. The Woolamai Beach Surf Life Concerns about rising seas, flooding Saving Club has received significant and increased erosion from climate recognition for its 2019-20 season. change has seen two Bass Coast Shire The Club and three of its members councillors vote against a planned Sil- were nominated for prestigious verleaves coastal house development. awards at the Life Saving Victoria Cr Michael Whelan did not support 2020 Awards of Excellence. approval of a planning permit at 31 Woolamai Beach SLSC was nomi- Silverleaves Avenue – which was sup- nated for Victorian Club of the Year. ported by council planning officers – Club member Hannah Tzimokas was because the land was subject to flood- nominated for Victorian Beach Life ing at a time of climate change and Guard of the Year, with Terry Aslani- rising seas. dis nominated for Volunteer Trainer “I find it incredible with the way we of the Year and Campbell Smart nom- blithely recommend developing ar- inated for Youth Lifesaver of the Year. eas that are subject to inundation,” Cr Whelan said, adding he also didn’t ap- Lifeguard of the year prove vegetation removal in the plan. Hannah Tzimokas was awarded “This area is close to the beach near Victorian Lifeguard of the Year for Cowes east where there is significant the season 2019/20. erosion problems. In time we are creat- ing a liability for council. Hannah (23) served the past sea- Hannah Tzimokas from the Woolamai Beach SLC is the Victorian Beach “If we keep approving these types of son as Chief Lifeguard for the Bass Lifeguard of the year. Region and is the Club’s Director of proposals, we will keep growing that Rising seas, erosion and flooding is problem.” Leadership Development. 2015/16. level. leaving Bass Coast Shire council- Cr Geoff Ellis agreed, adding the “The 2019-20 season was a time of “Thinking back to when I start- The highlight of Campbell’s sum- lors cautious about approving plans state government told councils they growth and development for our life- ed my lifesaving career stepping mer was the opportunity to be the for coastal homes: “If only we knew had to live with the financial costs of guard team,” said Hannah. through the doors on the very first Camp Co-ordinator on the Bass Dis- about climate change when Silver- planning decisions. “With minimal rescues and many day of bronze camp, I was really ner- trict Development Camp, the largest leaves was developed”. “So if we need to live with the con- preventative actions, I feel so proud vous,” he said. lifesaving development camp in the sequences it’s time to change the plan- vegetation I don’t think we can single to have been part of such a cohesive “What made the camp enjoyable district. The week-long camp down ning scheme. If we are going to bear the out one block. It’s not morally right.” and hard-working group. I am hum- and easy to fit in, was the passion at the Waratah Beach SLSC is one of burden (of erosion in years to come), Cr Julian Brown said he agreed with bled to have been nominated along- and excitement that the trainers put a kind, blending training and practi- we shouldn’t approve them even if the the concerns but added Silverleaves side such wonderful and deserving into the camp. The reason I became cal scenarios to assist young life sav- planning scheme approves them. was not a new settlement. lifeguards. I am so grateful for all of a trainer three years ago was to give ers in obtaining awards and further “We need to start acting rationally.” “If the owners of this site looked the support I received.” back all the opportunities Woolamai strengthening their skills as young However the two councillors were out- around 360-degrees he would see other Hannah said her most memorable has given to me and to give that ex- leaders. Planning the camp took voted, with the development approved homes and ask why they couldn’t devel- moment of the season would have citement that I once had, to every months of hard work and organising. by the remaining seven councillors, who op their block as well,” Cr Brown said. been lifeguarding on Christmas Day. candidate I teach. “Being able to transform the can- agreed there was cause for concern. “I understand what we are saying but “I worked alongside some incred- Terry believes that it is very impor- didates into confident lifesavers in Cr Pam Rothfield voted in support of most of Silverleaves is developed. ible team members and together we tant that the Club continues to devel- seven days is beyond rewarding,” the development. “Silverleaves residents love their veg- were able to ensure that everyone op the skills of its members. said Campbell. “If only we could turn back time and etation and the reality is if you develop could celebrate the day with friends “Woolamai Beach SLSC is such a “But it’s not possible without a nothing was developed in Silverleaves,” a home you will need to chop trees for and families safely.” unique lifesaving club. We not only phenomenal team of leaders and Cr Rothfield said. development and again most blocks Hannah joined the Club in 2010 have active patrolling members on management behind me. “If only we knew about climate change have removed vegetation. I would hope when she gained her Surf Rescue one of Victoria’s most dangerous “I feel privileged and honoured to when Silverleaves was developed. the owner kept as much vegetation as Certificate as a 13-year-old. After 10 beaches, we also patrol a second have been nominated for Life Saving “While I’m against the decimation of possible.” years of service she has progressed location, Smiths Beach. Due to the Victoria’s Westpac Youth Lifesaver of to be one of the Club’s leaders and nature of our club, we also provide the Year Award. I found the experi- is now responsible for delivering an emergency response, all around ence humbling as simply being nom- one of Victoria’s largest summer life- the Island. Having members with the inated was enough for me.” guarding programs. skills and qualifications to be able With three emerging young lead- Skate parks debated to do those rescues outside our pa- ers such as Hannah, Terry and Nominations trolled location is crucial.” Campbell, plus a number of their Kilcunda is a step closer to a new to hold up all skate parks because Two other club members received peers and those they have trained, local skate park, while the regional “there has been issues with the re- nominations at the prestigious awards. Youth award the future of the Woolamai Beach skate park – proposed for Newhaven gional park”, yet to be resolved. The Club’s Membership Officer Campbell Smart was nominated Surf Life Saving Club will be in very – continues to be on hold. The 2020/21 budget has allocated and Equipment Officer Terry Aslani- for the Victorian Youth Lifesaver of good hands. Cr Bruce Kent successfully moved $42,000 to the design of the Kilcunda dis was nominated for Life Saving the Year. This award recognises and a notice of motion at last week’s skate park and Cr Kent said ideally Victoria’s Volunteer Trainer of the rewards a young member aged be- Shortlisted Bass Coast Shire council meeting construction would be funded in the Year. Although he did not take out tween 15-21 years for an outstanding Woolamai Beach was also nomi- calling for the local facility at Kil- 2021 financial year budget. the prize, the Club is immensely contribution to the delivery of front- nated as Victorian Life Saving Club cunda to be prioritised ahead of the The shire has already delivered proud of Terry’s efforts. line patrolling services. of the Year. Although the award was stalled regional facility. new skate parks at Corinella, Cowes “I feel honoured to be nominated Campbell (20) began his life sav- won by Portsea Surf Life Saving The motion requested the shire ap- and Grantville, with renewal of both by my club for the Volunteer Trainer ing journey as a Nipper and when he Club, the Club said being shortlisted ply to Sport and Recreation Victoria Inverloch and Wonthaggi. of the Year award,” said Terry. was 13 gained his Surf Rescue Cer- for the award is “a huge achieve- to extend the funding agreement The highest priority in the strategy “Whether I won or not, I love what tificate and then his Bronze Medal- ment and great recognition of the for the regional skate park for 12 is the delivery of a Regional Skate I do every year and being recognised lion in 2015 at the age of 15. Camp- thousands of volunteer hours put months to May 2022, to “allow time Park in the Newhaven/San Remo for something I put my heart into is bell has gained many qualifications into keeping the beaches of Phillip to resolve current location issues”, area, with $1.5m committed to deliv- an amazing feeling.” since and from an early age he has Island and Bass Coast safe, running following backlash from the Ne- er the project, which includes shire During the 2019/20 season and for taken on important leadership in the a popular Nippers program, organ- whaven community. and external funding. the past three seasons, Terry (23) has Club and Bass District. ising community events such as the “The current strategy places our A funding agreement with Sport run a series of training camps and Campbell is the current Vice Club Channel Challenge and many other regional park as our number one and Recreation Victoria states the re- courses and has been responsible Captain, Inflatable Rescue Boat Of- activities which benefit the commu- priority before other locations can gional park needs to be delivered by for helping hundreds of life savers ficer and Membership Protection nity and provide professional devel- be considered,” Cr Kent said. May 2021, however the project was gain qualifications. Terry is also the Officer. He is also the Bass District opment opportunities for members”. “I would like to set this strategy deferred at the April council meeting Lifesaving Operations Officer for the Powercraft Officer and the Co-ordi- The annual awards recognise the aside and be able to proceed with and $200,000 from within the proj- Bass region which involves assisting nator of the Bass District Life Saving enormous contributions by volun- consideration of other park loca- ect budget diverted to support the six local clubs in any operational Development Camp. teer lifesavers who are members of tions with Kilcunda being consid- shire’s COVID-19 response. capacity. This season Terry also was 2019/20 was a jam-packed summer 57 Clubs across the State. Due to ered straight away.” Kilcunda was identified in the skate successful in becoming a lifeguard. for Campbell with formal lifesaving Covid-19 the awards night was held Cr Pam Rothfield supported the park strategy for a local facility for Terry first joined the Club in roles both at a club level and district ‘virtually’ on August 1. motion, saying it would be “sad” delivery between 2021 and 2023.

Hurst, Lynne Cook, Jenny Skewes and Colleen Johnston with Commended What’s in your backyard? awarded to Joanne Linton, Jenny Sier- akowski, Frank Zulian, Kathryn Shad- A report from the Phillip Island Camera Club fourteen years. She has felt privileged bolt, Gary Parnell, Renee Sterling, to judge VAPS (Victorian Association Rhonda Buitenhuis and Rob McKay. With Stage three COVID restric- of Photographic Societies) Interclub The Club also managed a social tions in force, why not take a walk Competition as well as many national distancing excursion to Churchill Is- around your backyard to see what exhibitions in Victoria. land prior to stage three restrictions there is to photograph? To Sheryle, photography is an ex- coming into force. A sunny day made In a recent Phillip Island Camera pression of what surrounds you, and the wander around the picturesque Club Report in the Advertiser, Will how it evokes feelings. Judging Club Churchill Island farm environment Hurst had found and photographed competitions and Nationals is very re- well worthwhile for photo opportuni- a “Red-eyed Fly” in his backyard. This warding as it allows the judge to see ties. It was also a chance, for the first month Jenny Skewes found and pho- what others “are seeing”. time, to meet a relatively new member tographed “Mr. and Mrs Wood Duck” Photographers are responsible for to the Club, Frank Zulian. in her backyard and was awarded telling a story of a moment or series of Every month, besides the topic for a Highly Commended by Sheryle events in a single image, which then evaluation, there is a challenge to give Griffiths who was the evaluator of im- allows the viewer to take a mental trip members something extra to work on, ages in July’s open topic. through the photograph. No matter what only if they wish too. Most photogra- Sheryle’s home club is Knox Pho- your style is in; landscape, macro or por- phers have a favourite genre. It could tographic Society (KPS) where she’s traiture, being able to convey a story will be birds, macro, portraiture, still life or Mr and Mrs Wood Duck, by Jenny Skewes, was awarded a highly com- been a member for fifteen years. She help add impact to your images. landscapes, to name a few. The chal- mended in the July open topic for the Phillip Island Camera Club. has been a member of the APJA (Aus- Sheryle awarded Highly Com- lenge gets them out of their comfort tralian Photographic Judges Associa- mended to Rhonda Buitenhuis, Kath- zone. Last month’s challenge was “Making the Ordinary Extraordinary”. lip Island Camera Club please phone tion) for five but has been a judge for ryn Shadbolt, Renee Sterling, Will “Cloudscapes” while this month it is For further information on the Phil- Susan on 0408 136 717.

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We’ve had wind, rain, hail and a little bit of sunshine in the past week. Thanks to Michelle Diggins Photography for this incredible photo of a storm approaching San Remo. IPRCE Great whites under our bigREDUCED blue? It’s a question that often goes along the Australian coast and in through the minds of Phillip Island the future possibly make informa- WE HAVE surfers, swimmers and beach lovers: tion publicly available for surfers What lies beneath? or water users to adjust their activi- A great white shark research ties and improve their awareness of CASH tracking project, this year taking shark movements,” Johno said. place off the Nobbies, will soon fi nd In collaboration with various BUYERS out. agencies, including the Victorian Earlier this year a tracking receiv- Fisheries Authority (VFA), the er – part of an Australia-wide CSIRO CSIRO has deployed hundreds of READY TO project – was placed 16 metres at the electronic tags on 210 different white bottom of the sea fl oor, off the Nob- sharks since 2000 (some sharks are bies. tagged with more than one type of PURCHASE If all goes according to plan, the electronic tag). receiver will pick up any tagged Tagging of white sharks includes shark that passes within a 200-me- both satellite and acoustic tagging, NOW! IPRCE tre radius. with sharks captured from less than Professional diver Johno Rudge two metres in length or more. has been placing the receivers along The research will reveal estimates REDUCED the Victorian coast – including the of white shark numbers, juvenile one off Phillip Island – and says the and adult survival rates, and repro- receiver will store data, which will ductive frequency. As part of a two-decade CSIRO research project, diver Johno Rudge be examined once he retrieves the Johno, who runs Kina Diving, has placed a receiver off the Nobbies this year, which will help scien- RENTAL PROPERTIES receiver at the start of 2021. placed the receiver on a pole at- tists estimate white shark numbers, juvenile and adult survival rates, URGENTLY WANTED “The idea is to track the sharks tached to a tyre fi lled with concrete and reproductive frequency. on the sea fl oor near the Nobbies, saying he carries out the work for come face-to-face with the great housing of oil rigs. the CSIRO and VFA while also un- predator of the deep, including off “BeforeUND they RE pull them into the dertaking abalone stock assess- SealED Rocks EDRUC and the Nobbies. bay weCONTR have to make TAC sure there’s no ment. “When you dive down and the big rocks or debris underneath.” “If I’m undertaking stock assess- sealsPR disappear CEI you stop and think, Johno knows Victorian waters in- ment or other diving projects, I may ‘what is going on’, it’s always in the timately and he said the ocean off as well also attach the receivers at back of your mind, especially when Cape Woolamai was among his fa- the same time. So some of the work it’s an outgoing tide and the water vourite dives. I do for gratis and some for remu- is dirty,”FFERSO said Johno, who has thou- “I love that area because it has a neration.” sands of diving hours. big drop off, big granite boulders This year, in addition to the Nob- “I’veN TIVIseen EDplenty of sharks but I’ve and you can fi nd nudibranchs there bies, he has also placed receivers in only ever seen a great white from (soft-bodied, marine gastropod mol- other locations including Venus Bay the boat.” luscs),” said the 52-year-old. 15 CASUARINA COURT, COWES and Lakes Entrance. “The diving off Phillip Island is 5BR, 2 Bath, 2 Car, Fully furnished $550 pw Johno said as part of the CSIRO Deep dive completely different to other areas. project he had previously placed a As a diver working between Gee- The geology has a lot of formations. receiver near Seal Rocks eight years long and Mallacoota, Johno and his “Seal Rocks is another nice place be- 69 CHAPEL STREET, COWES ago, at a depth of just fi ve metres. four divers carry outOpen work Saturday as varied cause from the 2pmseals are really playful and 3BR, 2 Bath, 2 Car $380 pw “We didn’t get any active hits on as underwater construction, salvage curious. They pull on our hoses, steal Johno visits Phillip Island about that one. I think we’ll be luckier with and scientifi c research, including in our pencils and bite on our fl ippers.” 4 RUSHMORE AVE, COWES six times a year, mostly for aba- this one because it’s in deeper water. past years surveying for the Wont- Johno says his most dangerous 4BR, 2 Barth, 2Car, Fully furnished $475 pw lone stock assessment, and more “We can put more receivers out, haggi desalination plant. job involved being in a croc-proof recently to survey the bottom of perhaps another at Cat Bay, al- He visits Phillip Island about six cage in a crocodile infested river in 2/49 CHAPEL STREET, COWES north Queensland, “which was also Western Port to ensure a clear though someone suggested off the times a year, mostly for abalone 2 BR, 1 Bath, 2 Car $285 pw area for the housing of oil rigs, and race track or near Pyramid Rock.” stock assessment, and more recent- full of bull and tiger sharks”. in the past surveying the sea fl oor Johno has been diving for three ly to survey the bottom of Western “I was remunerated well for that for Wonthaggi’s desalination plant. decades and says not once has he Port to ensure a clear area for the job.” 2/204 THOMPSON AVE, COWES 1 BR, 1 Bath, 1 Car, utilities included fully furnished $350 pw HOME DELIVERY Call your local newsagency WE HAVE QUALITY PHILLIP ISLAND & SAN REMO TENANTS WAITING

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