THE QUEENSCLIFF AND NEWS Published monthly on the first Wednesday and available in Queenscliff, JULY, 2018 – Number 224 Phone: 5258 4828, e-mail: [email protected] Point Lonsdale and the Queenscliff/Sorrento Ferry. FREE – Average monthly circulation 5000 Website: www.queenscliffeherald.com.au Queenscliff Low Light in the Limelight pier and Friday 22nd June in the borough events to warm the cockles of your featured a range of events kicking off heart including the Australian prem- the inaugural 'Low Light' festival iere of films by the Icelandic Dance lifeboat that will run over four consecutive Company screening at the New Hall, weekends during the winter months Kirk Road, Point Lonsdale. 'After complex to of June and July. The festival is Dinner' a very funny play by the Light- promoted as a 'celebration for all the house Theatre Group and dinner at senses' with international and local 360Q so pick up a Low Light flyer be restored arts and culinary talents. from around town and enjoy what's The Bellarine is the latest bene- The festival launched at Salt on offer. ficiary of Heritage 's Living Gallery where about 50 people Bellarine Lighthouse Film Festival Heritage Program, receiving $500,000 gathered for a 'Welcome to Country' "Over 200 people attended opening of government funding, for the repair ceremony that preceded several culin- night. This is the first time the event of the historic Queenscliff Pier, Jetty ary events along Hesse Street and has sold out, which was very exciting and Lifeboat Shed to ensure improved aboard The Q Train, a Progressive for our organising group. The Q&A recreational and commercial access to Dinner, and the launch of the featuring Mark Grose, Shannon Swan the precinct. Bellarine Lighthouse Film Festival. and Marsha Uppill facilitated by Jane The area is historical of signi- Saturday's events included art, Wager helped put the film into some BLF committee members Jane Wager Rose Ott who introduced Wathaurong ficance for its associations with the film, a heritage walk, dinner by context as I felt uncomfortable with Mark Grose. woman Corrina Eccles to the audience. lifeboat service, the sea pilot service, candle-light at Circa 1902 and an coming from my position of power the famous bay ferries and paddle Abba show and dinner at 360Q. and privilege and witnessing the Arruru Artu woman, Marsha Uppill, and was heavy going for filmgoers. I steamers. The State Government's Sunday for High Tea on the High potential for exploitation for an artist pointed the way forward as respecting make no apologies for pushing people injection of funding means this Seas, Vida Pearson's Lino Print like Gurrumul. The film didn't portray and learning about indigenous culture out of their comfort zones with the significant site will be protected and Demonstration at Seaview Gallery him as being exploited, as the team without overlaying white Australian film selections. As we saw on Sunday that its historical, cultural and and over the road it was the Queens- around him were very respectful of his ideologies. ‘Allow US to speak of our in The Square, sometimes the purpose architectural values will be preserved cliff Gallery & Workshop launch of culture and personality and came culture, allow US to tell it and teach it of art is to push the boundaries, for future generations. mezzotints by Queenscliff artist across as his friends. ourselves’ she implored. promote thinking and open discus- Parks Victoria, as land managers Graeme Peebles 'From Velvety The discussion after the film The use of power to exploit sion, although next year we'll consider for the site, will be the agency Depths' A Survey Exhibition. focussed on respect and under- vulnerable people was a theme that including a lighter comedy!" responsible for undertaking these There are many more enticing standing of culture. Adnyamathanha followed through the Saturday films, ~ Monica Clemow, BLF heritage works on the peninsula and will be conducted in two stages. Stage One includes the urgent repair works to the deteriorated piles at the sheds. Stage Two involves re- storing the two boatsheds. Once restored, the sheds will have the capacity to provide opportunities for community use and consideration of appropriate commercial use. MP for the Bellarine Lisa Neville said many locals had raised the importance of the shed. "I am very pleased to have ensured this funding has been made available. The precinct is a prominent landmark on the peninsula and serves as an important reminder of the area's vibrant mari- time history," she said. "The shed is one of those historic Sue Orvis, Jill Ingham, Deanna Hedley and Barbara Moss, a former director of the landmarks that contribute to the Queenscliff Music Festival said meeting with Gurrumul Yunupingu in 2008 has character of Queenscliff and there was Gordon Craig (curator Rockhampton Art Gallery Queensland, great friend of always stayed with her. "Tonight's event reminds me how our music festival played a no way know that I, nor the local Graeme's who also wrote a thesis on Graeme's work), Theo Mantalvanos, pivotal role in connecting Queenscliff to significant cultural experiences." Gurrumul community, were going to let it just Graeme Peebles, Soula Mantalvanos and Bill Young (Graeme's printer). performed again in Queenscliff in 2012. deteriorate further." 5 pies for $20* Any 5 pies, pasties or quiche for $20 *Cold only

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these important projects which support everyone in our community Mayor’s to make change and deliver long term Queenscliff Sport and benefits for the wider Borough. E-waste collection update We received a total of 9,758 Recreation Precinct nets Column kilograms of e-waste items at Council's drop-off day this year, an Low Light shines brightly Founder and Chair of the increase of almost 18 per cent another $200,000 grant Council has been thrilled with the East Timor Embassy Foundation. compared to last year's event. 5,741 kg way audiences have embraced our first Councillors offer their heartiest of televisions and computer monitors, Member for Bellarine, Lisa later this year will be a superb sports ever Low Light Festival, particularly congratulations to Neville, on behalf 484 kg of hard drives, laptops and Neville, said the Andrews Govern- hub for the Queenscliff community ment is kicking in an additional considering the Festival's aim of of the community, for this well- keyboards, 1,681 kg of printers, 70 kg and I commend all those who are $200,000 towards a community gym- bringing more visitors to the Borough deserved award. of electrical cords/keyboards, 1,782 contributing to its development," said nasium to ensure the Queenscliff in what is typically a quieter time of Community Environment Alliance ks of household appliances such as Ms Neville. Sport and Recreation Precinct re- year for us. grants recipients radios, telephones and power tools. Seniors ask 'What's in it for us?' development project includes first Senior ratepayers in the comm- Low Light continues until Sunday Through the program we will Council has collected a total of class game day facilities for local unity welcome the new sporting 15 July so there is still time to enjoy the provide $6,800 of grant funding to the 56,429 kg of e-waste since introducing netballers. facilities but question what's in it for delightful, delicious, diverse events on Queenscliffe and District Neighbour- the drop-off event in 2012. Congrat- The State Government had already them. I forwarded the following ques- offer. Head over to www.lowlight hood House, St Aloysius Catholic ulations to everyone who participated. committed $3.15 million for the project tions to CEO queenscliff.com.au and come cele- Primary School and the Swan Bay It was great to see so many of you in which is completely upgrading the Lenny Jenner and the Mayor who did brate the wonder of winter in Point Environment Association to enhance the queue at the drop-off event. precinct and turning it into a modern, Lonsdale and Queenscliff with us! and improve environmental sustain- Cr Susan Salter not respond. Can you advise me if attractive, safe and accessible sports Go Plastic Free in July ability in our local community. Mayor, Borough of Queenscliffe there's anything in the pipeline for the facility. The Borough of Queenscliffe The one month Challenge en- The Neighbourhood House's Next Ordinary Meeting of Council rest of the ratepayers who are also part has previously committed $460,000 courages people to 'choose to refuse' 'Boomerang Bags' project aims to Thursday 26 July commencing of this community? Will the proposed towards building the facility single-use plastics such as plastic bags, reduce the use of plastic bags in the 7pm. All welcome. 'community gymnasium' and funding straws and takeaway coffee cups, and community by providing reusable Works include the new community only benefit the sporting fraternity? complements many of our other fabric bags through local businesses. gymnasium, upgraded oval, upgra- Scores of the borough's senior waste reduction initiatives, such as the Members of the community will be Queenscliffe VIC ded cricket training facilities, a new ratepayers travel to the Bellarine toothbrush recycling program in invited to support the project by Certificate of Excellence play space, extended parking, and re- Aquatic Sports Centre in Ocean partnership with the Queenscliff donating fabric and participating in The Queenscliffe Visitor Infor- development of the netball courts. Grove for Over 55s exercise programs, Kindergarten and the Queenscliffe sewing and stencilling workshops. mation Centre has been awarded a The netball game day facility includes yoga, pilates, fitness classes etc - a and District Neighbourhood House, St Aloysius Catholic Primary Certificate of Excellence for 2018 by change rooms, office, kitchenette and return trip of 30-35ks that adds up and our Community Environment School's 'Kids Teaching Kids Local online travel booking and advice toilet facilities. when you attend 3-4 times a week. Alliance grants program. Conference 2018', a one-day confer- website, TripAdvisor, that recog- "This precinct when completed What is Council's vision for them? Plastic Free July helps people make ence to be held in Queenscliff in nises organisations that attract a commitment they can achieve. September 2018, where students from consistently positive reviews. There are multiple levels of partici- local and -based schools teach "This is well-deserved acknowl- pation available within the Challenge each other about sustainability init- edgement for the dedicated staff and to make it easy for people to sign up iatives and environmental issues such as volunteers at the VIC," said Borough and make a difference. Reusable waste management, litter, water con- of Queenscliffe Chief Executive coffee cups are a good starting point - I servation and coastal vegetation. Officer, Mr Lenny Jenner. have two of these and make use of The Swan Bay Environment Ass- Tourism Greater Geelong and the them regularly. To find our more or to ociation will extend the successful Bellarine Executive Director Roger register for the Challenge visit the 'Gardens for Wildlife' program, which Grant echoed Mr Jenner's praise of website www. plasticfreejuly.org provides residents with advice on im- the VIC achievements. "TripAdvisor 2018 Queen's Birthday Honours List proving the ecological value of their has become an important voice in our Neville Barwick was recognised garden. This phase of the project global tourism industry. It's the direct with a Medal of the Order of targets private properties adjacent to voice of the consumer and as such has Australia (OAM) in the 2018 Queen's three public sites where weeding and great credibility and power to drive Birthday Honours List. Neville's planting of indigenous species has visitation," said Mr Grant. OAM acknowledges his services to taken place. The project aims to "All businesses strive to secure our community and to Australia-East ensure work at these public sites is not TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excel- Timor relations, his work with the compromised by the spread of weeds lence. The Queenscliffe VIC should be Queenscliffe Maritime Museum and from nearby gardens. very proud of their achievement as it is the Point Lonsdale and Queenscliff Council is so pleased to support the visitor who determines who is Playing centre and defence positions are MP Lisa Neville and Mayor Susan Salter Probus clubs and his achievements as local organisations in the delivery of recognised.” with a few younger netball players.

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It is important that we ensure change rooms, office, kitchenette and toilet that the railway is kept in good operating facilities. condition and as your local MP I will continue This funding is part of the State Govern- to support this great tourist attraction. ments strong commitment to sport and active I have enjoyed working with, and support- recreation and encouraging women and girls to ing, the volunteers who make up the Bellarine participate. Railway. A long time volunteer and president I am always happy to support sporting David Price has recently retired and I wish him facilities on the Bellarine for not only physical all the best with his future plans. activity but community well being and State Governments 2018/19 Athlete cohesion that is often overlooked. Clubs Pathway Travel Grant Program provide a person's chosen sport meaning they The program helps aspiring Victorian are physically active, a big plus for their health athletes, teams, coaches and officials to realise and wellbeing. their sporting potential through grants that But in addition clubs do much for remove the barrier of travel and accommo- community cohesion, not only for those who dation costs. The program recognises that in a Bathing boxes on Point Lonsdale foreshore. Photo courtesy Queenscliffe Historical Museum. participate but also those who support and country as large as Australia, athletes often socially enjoy a club. This is especially so for have to travel significant distances, often at older members of a community. significant cost, to pursue their sporting A sporting club can provide an important dreams. Beach boxes - what’s social outlet for many who may otherwise be This round will see around $275,000 stuck at home. Being amongst other people and allocated to more than 150 recipients across the participating in a community is proven to be a state. Sporting associations can apply for grants old is new again great health advantage, both mentally and of up to $6000 for teams or up to $2000 for physically. individuals to travel to compete at national A foreshore plan by Borough of Queenscliffe venue to help non-food retailers whose role was And at the other end of the age spectrum, I championships or trials; community sport and Council to increase the level of activity on being relegated to that of 'free entertainment' for believe a sporting club, or team, provides much recreation organisations can apply for grants of Queenscliff's front beach could include beach visitors before they have a coffee, ice-cream or benefit to our young. Not only in keeping them up to $750 to help with travel and accom- boxes, extending Princes Park towards the lunch and go home," said Mr Gordon. "At the active and involved but learning important life modation costs related to competition or training beach, and promoting the use of seaweed on time, 38 businesses, the majority of which were skills. for athletes, teams, coaches and officials. local gardens. non-food retailers, had closed or changed hands Young people in a team environment learn Since the grants were introduced they have Coordinator Gary Purton said the plan would in the previous 42 months. the importance of being a good team member, supported 950 recipients to realise their include trialling the introduction of beach boxes, The logic of my proposal was that those who leadership skills and resilience. All important sporting dreams, including a number on the their construction and management. Brighton's bought the leases for the sites could build their attributes as they progress through life. In Bellarine. Grants close 24 July. beach boxes have been a feature for over a century own bathing box under strict design guidelines addition, the mentorship from a good coach is Info: www.sport.vic.gov.au/grants-and- and one sold recently for a record $337,000. which would result in them visiting more and invaluable. funding/our-grants/athlete-pathway-travel- A couple of years ago local businessman, Alistair staying longer. Additional benefits would come Queenscliff Historical Railway grants-program. Gordon (a member of the Chamber of Commerce from people visiting to see and photograph the I recently had the pleasure of enjoying a As always, please don't hesitate to contact headed up by Tony Francis, now Councillor Francis colourful bathing boxes, as they do in Brighton. delightful degustation dinner on The Q Train, me by email or call my office if there are any and owner of Harry's kiosk in the park) put forward I'm glad to hear that, with the passage of time, the restaurant train traversing the Bellarine rail matters that I may be able to assist you with an almost identical proposal that was shut down my original proposal is being considered. Since it line. directly. with ‘concerns for native vegetation’. has no costs for residents or ratepayers and is The Q Train, the Blues Train and terrific Hon Lisa Neville MP "My proposal was that Council survey and sell revenue-positive, I can see no reason it should not Bellarine Railway all work in close partnership Member for Bellarine fifty 50-year leases for bathing boxes at $50,000 go ahead, vegetation notwithstanding. It remains in operating, maintaining and promoting the [email protected] for a revenue of $2.5m to be used to advertise and to be seen, of course, whether this will happen Bellarine rail line that brings thousands of Twitter@Lisanevillemp promote the Borough as a shopping/holiday and, if so, when." people into our region annually. Ph 52 501 987

Lisa Neville MP “Proudly working Member for Bellarine for the Bellarine” Tel: 5250 1987 [email protected] Authorised by Lisa Neville MP Shop GO66, Gateway Plaza, 641-659 Bellarine Hwy, Leopold 3224 Funded from Parliament Electorate Office and Communications Budget Page 4 – Queenscliffe Herald, July 2018 Mi Shells Seafood The Little Mussel Café Tracy Bold, owner operator of arlington Angasi Oysters, soused bikes here or take the Bongo scenic The Little Mussel Café in mussels, smoked Mussels and Jerky tour finishing with lunch here." Portarlington, will never suffer mussels to take away. For the rest of us it's just a short, from empty nest syndrome. When The mussels are grown in Port pleasant drive away. Make it your FFRREESSHH FFIISSHH three of her children left home she Philip Bay, Clifton Springs and next stop for morning or afternoon .30-3pm decided to bottle and sell some of Grassy Point. Mussels are a type of tea or a delicious lunch. OPEN SAT & SUN 8 the mussels her husband Peter clam whose flesh has a mild, salty The Little Mussel Cafe Winter owner of Advance Mussel Supply flavor that make for a decadent yet opening hours are Thursday 10-3, AT QUEENSCLIFF HARBOUR farm gate produce had left over as healthful addition to your diet. Friday 11-4, Saturday and Sunday she hates waste and loves cooking. They're versatile in the kitchen and 10am til 5pm, most public holidays "The café just evolved with they work well in salads, soups or as and seven days a week over FISH, OYSTERS, PRAWNS, MUSSELS, people wanting to buy mussels and a topping for pasta. Christmas and Easter Holidays. requesting recipes," said Tracy. "It "The shop has been open for 5 Located at 230-250 Queenscliff ATLANTIC SALMON, SCALLOPS now has an enclosed indoor area years now," said Tracy. "And in that Road, Bellarine, Victoria, 3221. featuring an educational mussel time locals and visitors ride their Ph 5259 1377. production video and a pleasant FRESH OFF THE BOAT. outside seating area near the herb garden so you can enjoy your mussels in the sun. All our products are hand made on site." The Little Mussel Café with a CLIFFE’S CAFÉ AND PIZZA big personality offers Mussel Chowder, Mussel Tasting Plates, PHONE: 03 5258 1166 Chilli Mussels; Oysters with lemon, Oysters Kilpatrick, Arancini balls; One of calamari or nuggets and chips for K Rocks OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK the kids, freshly brewed coffee and Top 10 BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER delicious cakes. Local wines, cider Pizzas! Sunday - Thursday: 10am to 9pm and beers on offer include Mussel Friday & Saturday: 10am to 10pm Stout from the Bellarine Brewery. You can also buy fresh Port- • PHONE ORDERS AVAILABLE arlington mussels by the kilo or by The Little Mussel Café's owner Tracey with her assistant Grace Walters who loves • FULLY LICENCED the box, freshly shucked Port- flexing her mussels at the café. • EAT IN OR TAKE AWAY • GREAT FOOD EVERY DAY! • HOME DELIVERY MDC Friends reel in their FIND US ON Facebook OR Anne Hillis, President of the continue Elaine's legacy by man- www.cliffes.com.au Friends of the Marine Discovery last event aging the scholarship." Centre (FOMDC), and her Leanne Gunthorpe, Manager 1 SYMONDS STREET, QUEENSCLIFF, VIC 3225 fundraising group have disbanded "Some years ago the family of the Fisheries Education, thanked the after 12 years. "It's always hard to late Elaine Tingay donated money Friends for their wonderful support attract new committee members for a Memorial Scholarship in her and said their efforts would be and grow the membership and we name. This has been enormously honoured by naming a program think it's time for us to retire," successful with many children being after the Friends of the Marine said Anne. We thank our very recipients. The Tingay family will Discovery Centre. loyal members who have given T & R ASIAN CUISINE amazing support over the years Vietnamese & Indian Cuisine who say they will continue to support the MDC." Fundraising has been an integral VIETNAMESE MR TANDOOR part of the work of the Friends who LUNCH INDIAN FOOD have raised around $70,000 over the years including the very popular PHO TANDOORI CHICKEN sustainable seafood dinners. Sub- RICE PAPER ROLLS NAAN BREADS stantial donations have gone to STIR FRIED NOODLES CURRIES Tangaroa Blue and Fish & Game FRIED RICE RICE DISHES Australia Inc. to help with their VIETNAMESE ICED COFFEE (ALL MEATS HALAL) environmental work; Years 5 & 6 Ranger Programs including snorkel Trading Hours – Open 7 days safety, sea and marine life conse- Lunch: 11.30am-3.30pm rvation. Dinner: 5.00pm-10.00pm "The bulk of the funds will be put into trust at the MDC to fund DINE IN OR TAKE AWAY – BYO only (No corkage charge) Ranger Programs for the next few 13 Hesse Street Queenscliff years," said Anne. Ian Parks of Fisheries Victoria with Trish Emselle. Phone: 4225 2924 Victoria's coasts - preparing Queenscliff Harbour for climate change The Victorian Coastal Council how we can best prepare for these understanding of marine and Fish & Chips has just released an incisive booklet changes. coastal ecosystems and processes. about the likely future impacts of Based on the latest scientific Dr Anthony Boxshall, Chair of SHOP 8 - 4 Wharf Street climate change on the state's information, the booklet highlights the Victorian Coastal Council states: coastal and marine environments the most significant impacts of "The approaches outlined in this QUEENSCLIFF HARBOUR and how we can meet these climate change on Victoria's coast report will get us on the front foot in challenges. and identifies 'sentinel' issues that we understanding and planning for In coming years, Victoria's can use to guide how we prepare for climate change. 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AVAILABLE agers understand how our coastline report highlights the importance of View the report at http:// Our reputation is only surpassed by our quality is likely to change and to stimulate scientists, managers and the comm- www.vcc.vic.gov.au/page/resources important public discussions about unity collaborating to build our /research-and-reports Queenscliffe Herald, July 2018 – Page 5 Visitors enjoy Progressive Dinner Dining features strongly on the Low Light Festival menu and four local eateries provided a bit of exercise and a tasty course at the very enjoyable Progressive Dinner. Bon apetit! Lombardy's The Newey's enjoyed an entrée of braised duck and mushroom R I S T O R A N T E mezzaluna paired with Banks Road FULLY LICENCED pinot noir served by DINNER FROM 5PM TILL LATE NIGHTLY Pricilla Newey. CHECK WEEKLY SPECIALS ON FACEBOOK EAT IN & TAKEAWAY - HOME DELIVERY OPEN 6 DAYS (Closed Wednesdays) 38 HESSE STREET, QUEENSCLIFF Charlie Noble Lynnere (Ocean Grove), Jennifer Ph: 5258 1838 (Geelong), Helen, Nathan and Ed (Geelong) praised the smoked salmon and caviar adding they'd be back for more.

360Q Alexa, Emily, Kristin, Barry Dave and Ang from Point Lonsdale said it was good to get out without the kids and loved the lamb shank.

Brewhouse Locals Dawn, Robyn and Bron said it was good to meet people from outside the borough and enjoyed their deconstructed banoffee dessert and Scotchman's Hill reisling. Page 6 – Queenscliffe Herald, July 2018

The dictionary defines a 'golden donations from local groups," said age' as a period of great happiness, Doreen. 82 Hesse Street, prosperity, and achievement. And The 50th Anniversary was cele- for the 30 or so members and guests Seniors brated 13 June at the Queenscliff Queenscliff who gathered to celebrate the Senior Community Hall, formerly the Citizens Club's 50th Anniversary it Senior Citizens Club, with a 2- Phone: 5258 1742 was a golden opportunity to course sit down meal provided by reminisce about their years of celebrate club vice-president Bob Johnson, Fresh quality cuts and great service every day. happiness and achievements. his with Dianne and their daughter Secretary Doreen Stewart combed Helen. JULY SPECIAL the archives for some of the club's Ian entertained guests with well- history but unlike today they used Fifty known songs accompanied by his pen and paper to keep their records wife Margaret. The celebratory with some being lost in the mists of cake was supplied by Jan Cadwell, OYSTER BLADE time. sister of the late Gwen Pullar, a well "The first committee meeting golden known local. CHEEKS was held in the Council Chambers Among the guests were Eileen on 20-6-1968 and convened by the Grufferty and Coby Van Kenburg $14.99 kg then Mayor Cr F. R. St. John and from Clifton Springs who said they attended by 37 members. A three years enjoyed the company and bus trips month provisional committee and to places like the Cuckoo res- COREY’S RECIPE FOR THE MONTH three temporary office bearers were taurant. Betty Hall, who joined the elected - President Mr A J Evans club in 2003, added she particularly Oyster Blade cheeks in red wine Secretary, Miss Dorothy Harver tolerance that remains with the liked the bingo and enjoyed the Treasurer and Mrs V Hyde-Smith. members today. companionship of the other mem- with creamed parsnips The committee comprised Miss E They met in various homes until bers. Golightly, Mrs F Jones, Mrs A “Take the pressure off on the big day with this slow-cooked cut – it takes they moved into the RSL building It wouldn't be a senior's event Shapter, Mr J Carroll and Mr R minimum effort but delivers a divine, melt-in-the-mouth texture. ” 3.10.1968 and it could have been without a raffle. Prizes were Harper representing the Point before this date as often the minutes donated by the local art group, club Ingredients Lonsdale Civic Assoc. The club was didn't state a venue. Over the years members, Bellarine Railways, and 2 Oyster Blade cheeks , (around 800g) open to anyone over 60 years old street stalls were held to raise Queenscliff Meats supplied several 8 shallots (now 55 and over) and the joining money for a building of their own, meat trays. 2 cloves of garlic fee was 30cents (now $10). The also card days and nights, carpet Best wishes on reaching 50 60 g unsalted butter members endorsed a community bowls and tournaments, dances, Golden Years and may there be 1 bunch of fresh thyme spirit of friendliness, happiness and outings, the ever popular raffle and many more golden years ahead. 350 ml quality red wine 30 g quality dark chocolate (at least 80%) , optional 750 ml organic beef stock 750 g parsnips 250 g celeriac 2 bramley apples 50 ml milk 1 heaped teaspoon quality jam , such as blackberry or redcurrant Method Preheat the oven to 140ºC/275ºF/gas 1. Using a sharp knife, remove the sinew from the beef cheeks. Peel and halve the shallots and peel and finely slice the garlic. Place half the butter in a medium ovenproof casserole dish over a medium heat. Sear the meat all over, until browned on all sides, then leave to one side. Add the shallots and fry for 8 to 10 minutes, or until slightly browned. Stir in the garlic and pick the thyme leaves straight into the pan. Fry for a couple of minutes, then return the beef cheeks to the pan and pour in the red wine. Bring to the boil, cook the wine for around 5 minutes, until reduced by half, Cutting the cake at the Senior then finely grate in the chocolate (if using). Citizens Club's 50th Anniversary Pour in enough beef stock to cover, and turn up the heat. Bring back to the boil, lunch was their oldest member Joy season, then reduce the heat to the lowest setting. Cover with a tight layer of Ferrier, and President Gwen tinfoil and a lid, then place the pan in the oven and slowly braise for 4 to 4½ hours, Scarff. or until incredibly tender. When the beef is almost ready, make the creamed parsnips. Bring a large pan of salted water to the boil. Peel and chop the parsnip, celeriac and apples into 3cm chunks, taking care to remove the apple seeds and core. Add the fruit and veg to the pan, and simmer for Chelsea Flower Show about 12 minutes, or until cooked through. Drain and steam dry over the hot pan. The RHS Chelsea Flower Show Stir in the rest of the butter and then spoon into a food processor. Pour in the 1913 apart from gaps during the two exhibitor, Jekka McVicar, used to is a five-day extravaganza fea- milk and add a good pinch of sea salt and black pepper, then blitz until smooth, World Wars. It used to be Britain's smuggle a gnome into her exhibits. turing hundreds of gardens, adding a little more milk if needed (you can do this in the pan with a hand blender largest flower show now overtaken Among the guests were acting thousands of guests and, most if you prefer). by Hampton Court but it remains royalty Joanna Lumley and Helen important of all, it has the royal Remove the cheeks from the casserole dish, then place the dish over a high the most prestigious. Mirren and comedians Stephen Fry seal of approval with regular visits heat. Cook rapidly until the sauce thickens. Stir in the jam, taste and adjust the From the beginning it has and David Walliams along with by the Queen, the Duke and seasoning, then add the cheeks back to the pan and baste. contained both nursery exhibits and Queenscliff locals David and Duchess of Cambridge and other Serve with the creamy parsnips and all your favourite trimmings. model gardens and exhibits from Colleen Kenwood who operates royals. In 2015 Prince Harry put in foreign countries as well as from Seaview Gallery in Hesse Street. Try our award winning snags and kabanas, his own garden with his charity, Britain. "I've always wanted to see the Sentebale. Chelsea rules forbid the use of Chelsea flower show and I wasn't Gold medal winning bacon, The RHS Chelsea Flower Show coloured sculptures so garden disappointed," said Colleen. "The Homemade ... ready made meals, has been held in the grounds of the gnomes have been forbidden displays were amazing but I didn't curries, pies, pasties and sausage rolls. Chelsea Hospital every year since throughout its history. One frequent spot a garden gnome!"

Just one of the many stunning floral displays on show at the 2018 Chelsea Flower Show in England. Flowers always make people better, happier, and more helpful; they are sunshine, food and medicine to the mind. ~ Luther Burbank Queenscliffe Herald, July 2018 – Page 7 The 2018 Queenscliff Music Festival Friday 23 through to Comedy - the hilarious Australian trio Tripod to the line-up to please lovers of music Sunday 25 November and comedy. Family Friendly Acts - sibling singer- QMF's first line up songwriters The Little Stevies are on the bill as On track to sell out for its fourth year in a a band and as the popular ABC Kids favourites row, the annual Queenscliff Music Festival is the Teeny Tiny Stevies for the kids. coming around once more and judging by the International Acts - Suburban pop poet first acts announced it's going to be another Courtney Barnett will close out this year's awesome affair. festival with her band, fan favourites and latest Homegrown Heroes - the late great hits. The 30 year-old ARIA award winning Indigenous Australian musician Geoffrey singer-songwriter and left handed guitarist has Gurrumul Yunupingu will be honoured with a been winning fans the world over with her Battle of the Brands special live performance of his final album observational lyrics and delightfully deadpan Djarimirri (Child of the Rainbow) brought to delivery. life by a 16 piece orchestra from the Australian Hawaiian based musician and Jack Ocean 8 vs Baie Wines National Academy of Music and an array of Johnson record label buddy Donovan Frank- vocalists and performers. enreiter, Japanese funk orchestra Osaka Country music darling Kasey Chambers, Monaural dubbed 'one of the hottest funk iconic indie favourite The Whitlams, dreamy bands on the planet'. art-pop artist Sarah Blasko, hip-hop crew The Tickets: 3 Day tickets are selling fast! Single Herd and Milk Records troubadour Fraser A. Day tickets on sale Sunday 1 July. Info Gorman. www.qmf.net.au

Friendly wine rivalry at 360Q Another good example of how restaurateur Barry Iddles has breathed new life into the cuisine on offer at picturesque Queenscliff (and supporting local producers) is his latest creation 'Battle of the Bay Wine Degustation Dinner'. Iddles has invited two winemakers located on either side of the Bay to showcase their respective wines accompanied by a five-course dinner at 360Q on Friday July 20. This inaugural event pitches the 's Ocean Eight Vineyard against Baie Wines located on the Bellarine. Both vineyards benefit from the region's climate that allows winemakers to create some sought-after cool climate drops like Ocean Eight's sparkling that retails for about $100 a bottle and new releases from Baie Wines that have had the benefits of a long, warm summer. 360Q owner Barry Iddles said he was inspired to create the event because of his own experience working in restaurants on both sides of the Rip. "I lived in Sorrento for several years and fell in love with the wines there, but it wasn't until I moved across to Queenscliff that I really developed a passion for vineyards in the Bellarine," he says. "I want guests from both sides of the Bay to see what I see - that you don't need to go very far at all for a world-class rose, shiraz or pinot noir. We can arrange a private water taxi service for our guests on the Mornington Peninsula side so they don't have to miss out on this incredible night." There will be five courses including canapes (served with Ocean Eight sparkling cuvee), entrees (a pinot gris from both wineries), main course (Ocean Eight's pinot noir and Baie Wines' shiraz), St Agur blue cheese (served with rose from both wineries) and chocolate dessert served with a Pedro ximenez, a Spanish fortified sherry sourced from elsewhere. Tickets: $120pp including the wines. Bookings: www.trybooking.com /UJUZ As part of the Low Light Queenscliff winter festival the 360Q crew are gearing up for their Bastille Day Dinner and French Music performance to celebrate all things French on Saturday 14 July. Tickets $120pp includes a three-course meal, wine, beer and soft drinks and a performance from acclaimed French trio, Belle Musette. Bookings www.trybooking.com/UJTZ Page 8 – Queenscliffe Herald, July 2018 The Q Train Who dunnit? A Low Light literary event Unique. Delicious. Exciting. with Garry Disher Crime writer Garry Disher is deservedly Since starting up in October last year The Q superior extra virgin olive oil while protecting the known as one of Australia's best-known Train's versatility has grown substantially natural beauty of the Bellarine and Sage Farm authors. Influenced by his love of reading and under the guidance and creativity of Marketing supplies sustainable, superior beef and lamb from his father's made up cliffhanger bedtime Coordinator Emma Atkinson and the Q Train livestock raised in stress free environments. stories that he never finished, his dream was Borough of Queenscliffe Councillor Ross Ebbels team. You may recall Emma travelling to Beverages are supplied by the Bellarine to become a writer. welcomed crime writer Garry Disher and Cathy England several years ago on behalf of Brewing Co. who take an artisan approach to Disher has published nearly 50 books: Ferencz of Geelong Regional Libraries to yet Bellarine Railway and the Tourism Board to brewing handcrafted beer and Prickly Moses general/literary novels, crime thrillers, story another well attended Low Light event. explore how trains and marketing in small handcrafted beers and Forbidden Fruit ciders. collections, fiction for children and teenagers, towns like Queenscliff go hand in hand. And The Whiskery is the first distillery on the anthologies (as editor), creative writing The storyline for his latest novel 'Under the that was just the half of it. Emma brought back Bellarine in 30 years set on a historic 7 acre site handbooks and Australian History textbooks. Cold Bright Lights' came after reading an 'Age' the very successful licence for running Thomas near Scotchmans Hill, formerly the Cobb & Co His crime novels are rapidly earning an article about retired police officers being the Tank Engine events that draw thousands of horse watering hole. Wines from all over the international reputation with editions pub- employed to solve cold cases and his daughter visitors to the region annually. Bellarine offer a unique representation of our lished in the USA, England, Hungary, Holland, living in shared housing in Carlton with people The Q Train, Port Phillip Ferries and Searoad maritime cool climate patch. Denmark, Italy, Spain and Germany where he's in need of short term accommodation for Ferries have partnered together to ferry diners Awards made two author tours and won two major various reasons. across our bays from Docklands or Sorrento to The Q Train has been awarded an AGFG crime fiction awards. "These pieces form a shape and I create a experience a day on the Bellarine they'll never Readers Choice award for 2018 in the Modern "Crime fiction appeals to our darker side," structure for the novel that is changeable. I treat forget. Fergos Bongo Tours transport them to The Australian Category for the Geelong & The said Disher. "Good crime fiction tells a story writing as a job and write six mornings a week. Q Train for an amazing 6-course degustation region. In July Emma will be about the world we live in - corruption, homo- A book takes about 10 months then it's off to featuring local Bellarine produce and stunning attending the Telstra Business Awards in Sydney phobia or crime. The appeal of modern crime the editor for a line by line appraisal. I take views of Swan Bay and The Bellarine. and launching a promotional video. characters is that they aren't so different from us another month for corrections so I write a book "It's been a treat to partner with so many local Christmas in July and the baddies usually get punished. a year." food and beverage providers," said Emma. "Our The Q Train' delicious winter menu has a few My ideas for books and characters are taken Disher encouraged the audience to buy ingredients are sourced locally, the quality is first 'Christmassy' touches, Yule Tide decorations and from real life. Writers need to be good observers books by Australian authors as their average class and usually sustainably produced. These mulled wine in Club Loco. It's the perfect of people, places and personal experiences. I take annual earnings is $13,000. "A book might sell include Alchemy's naturally leavened organic celebration for family, friends and couples and notes of conversations and my surround-ings for for $30 but authors only get $3. So when you're breads, pastries and cakes, Barongarook Pork, a let's face it - Christmas is great, why not celebrate future use as a setting can influence mood and looking for a gift head to your local bookshop." family run free range farm producing delicious it twice! Available every Thursday, Friday and character. My knowledge of police procedures is Copies of Garry Disher's book are pork. Mason's Creek olive oil producers strive for Saturday 5-28 July. rudimentary and I make most of it up." available from The Bookshop at Queenscliff. Celebrating 60 years of marriage in style Norm and Dorothy Newey's three daughters, Glenis, Christine and Lydnelle, couldn't have given their parents a better 60th Wedding Anniversary gift than a degustation dinner with private butler service on board The Q Train. "We travelled from Ballarat yesterday and enjoyed dinner in Fed Square with all the family including our three grandsons," said Dorothy. "We're delighted, and relieved, to be on the train as the girls hinted that they'd bought us a skydiving package." Maybe the family looked up the most popular song in The Q Train's private dining car was the perfect setting for 1958 'Volare' whose lyrics 'No wonder my happy heart Dorothy and Norm Newey to celebrate their 60th wedding sings, your love has given me wings' couldn't have been anniversary. more appropriate. The couple has lived most of their lives in Ballarat secret of such a long and happy marriage Dorothy said where they met at secondary school and were an item for for her it was Norm's patience as she could be a tad fiery. a while before going their separate ways. They met up Norm added charmingly that for him it was about again at a dance in City Hall. "It wasn't Norm's dancing tolerating each others' foibles. that won me but his charm. He was charming then and Traditionally diamonds represent 60 years of still is," said Dorothy after enjoying several wine tastings marriage beginning with the engagement ring as a with their meal. symbol of love. Diamonds are the strongest and most "We married within the year at Neil Street Methodist durable substances on earth - a bit like Dorothy and Church and honeymooned in Mt Moriac at an aunt and Norm so it's no surprise they have remained so uncle's home, he's now 99," said Norm. When asked the grounded.

Jazz Australia Queenscliffe Lighthouse Theatre Group St A's kids enjoy presents 'FIRESIDE JAZZ AT MERNE' outdoor learning featuring While Thursday June 28 may have been cold and vocalist Miss Georgia Brooks LOOKING FOR A CAST OF foggy it didn't deter St Aloysius Primary School grade with 2/3 students from their scheduled outdoor learning The Kym Dillon Trio 14 WOMEN FOR OUR program at the Queenscliffe-Lonsdale Yacht Club. Kym Dillon, piano; Michelle Scully, bass & Their task was based on the novel they had been reading for the term 'Nim's Island' by Wendy Orr, also Ben Calerazzo, guitar OCTOBER SHOW! a kid-friendly adventure movie that has some intense moments of peril. The students met Wendy at the Auditions will be held on Thursday July 17 Queenscliffe Literary Festival. Making rafts and testing floating various items was with callbacks on Sunday July 22 enjoyed by Lavinia who said she enjoyed making the raft and letting it float and Georgia thought working If you missed our info session all the audition as a team was fun too. information is available on the link - www.qltg.org.au

at 'Merne' restaurant, 650 Anderson's Road, Drysdale Sunday July 29th 5pm for 5.30pm Show Tickets $80 Includes platters of Merne style cuisine specialties throughout the evening Bookings and enquiries: Diana Allen OAM Phone: 5258 3936 Payment either by bank transfer to Jazz Australia 063 138 1001 3193 or Cheque to Jazz Australia, 25 Peterho Boulevard, Written by Guillaume, Lenny, Jock and Daniel exploring on their own Point Lonsdale 3225 Linda Aronson version of Nim's Island. Queenscliffe Herald, July 2018 – Page 9

Fun with the Celts Seaview Gallery 'Fun with the Celts' - From Irish Toasts to Marshall, Chieftan of the Geelong Highland queenscliff Welsh Myths, another Drop of A Hat Gathering, resplendent in full highland dress, Production, written and produced by the with his Gilly shoes and cromak (walking inimitable Colin Mockett, was a tour de force staff). Maurice gave the traditional address to from the Celtic diaspora. Songs, poems, music The Haggis with Colin entertainingly PAUL MARGOCSY & and humour; a veritable worldwide cornucopia translating it into Australian. thoroughly enjoyed by the audience. When the cast swung into the final song PHILIP ADAMS The cast comprised of Colin Mockett as 'Road to the Isles' the audience joined in and MC, with the lovely voices of Shirley Power raised the roof. A thoroughly enjoyable outing EXHIBITION 7-27 JULY and Marie Goldsworthy supported by the on a wintery day. multi-instrumentalist, Geoff Sinnbeck. Geoff's Their next production at The Potato Shed solo performance of 'Make You Feel My Love' is Tuesday 9 October 10.30am where 'A was memorable and the cast joined him in a Short History of Queenscliff' will be pre- stirring 'Scotland The Brave' medley. Marie sented. This show is based on the highly sang in Gaelic and Cornish to great acclaim popular cemetery tours expanded with and when Shirley joined her in the Robbie added music and told in the words of former Burns song 'Ay Wakin' O' their voices residents of the Borough. Fascinating, Geoff Sinnbeck and Maurice Marshall, harmonised beautifully. entertaining and surprising. Don't miss it. Chieftain of the Highland Gathering, at The The icing on the cake was Maurice By Michele Higgins Potato Shed. Paul Margocsy & Philip Adams St Kilda Film Ridge and Dam – Philip Adams Exhibition 7-27 July Festival Sunday 22 July at 3.30pm This month sees a wonderful exhibition at entries (80 selected) to exhibit in the Seaview Gallery from two outstanding prestigious 'Leigh Yawkey Woodson Birds in Queenscliff Uniting Church Hall artists, Paul Margocsy and Philip Adams. Art' show in America. A selection of films screened at the 35th St Internationally esteemed wildlife artist The inspiration for most of Philip Adams Kilda Film Festival which concluded on 26 Paul Margocsy remains unique in his genre for work is the Landscape. It can be enjoyed on so May will be showcased during a 3-month his amazingly accurate and moving character many levels from the vast sweep of plains, tour around the state providing film buffs the portraits of birds and wildlife. Australia Post mountains and water, to the delicate filigrees opportunity to view some of Australia's commissioned him to do a water bird series of of moss and lichen. Colours harmonise and celebrated filmmaking talent. stamps and he was subsequently com- contrast and change constantly from time of Highlights from Australia's Top 100 Short Male Gang Gang Cockatoo Major Mitchell Cockatoo missioned by the United Nations to paint a day to the time of year. Philip is represented Film Competition will be shown including Paul Margocsy series of endangered species in 1994. Australia and internationally. 2018 award winners Lost Property Office (Best Paul has had solo exhibitions inter- Paul Margocsy will open the exhibition Short Film/Best Animation), Partners (Best nationally. He was chosen from over 3500 on Saturday 7 July with drinks 2-4pm. Comedy) and The Intentions of F. Scott Seaview Gallery Fitzgerald (Best Achievement in Sound Post 86 Hesse St Queenscliff 3225 Production/Best Achievement in Screenplay). Phone 03 5258 3645 St Kilda Film Festival is an Academy email: [email protected] Awards® qualifying event, with the winners of www.seaviewgallery.com.au ‘After Dinner’ at 360Q this year's Best Short Film and Best Docu- Contemporary, Traditional Fine Art, Australian playwright Andrew Bovell wrote 'After Dinner' aged 21. It was first mentary eligible for consideration in the Glass and Jewellery performed at La Mama Theatre in 1988, and went on to be performed throughout Australia. OSCARS® short film and OSCARS® Open 10:30am - 5:00pm DAILY Documentary Shorts Award categories. As part of the Low Light Festival the Queenscliffe Lighthouse Theatre Group under the Closed Wednesdays direction of Debbie Fraser put on five performances complimented with a delicious 2 course Info/Bookings: Jan 5258 2854 or dinner at 360Q. [email protected] It's 1988 and three co- workers, Paula (Kate O'Keeffe), Dympie (Jodie Hill) and Monika (Bernadette Byrne), have come out for a night at the local club to see the band and bond with the recently widowed newcomer Monika. Dympie insists they show up early for a table with a good view of the action where it's not so noisy or too close for drunken men to maul them. At the next table is Gordon (Dan East-wood) whose wife has just left him. He's After Dinner's first class performers Bernadette Byrne, Jodie Hill, Kate up for a night of male bonding O'Keeffe, Peter Murrihy and Dan Eastwood brought tears of laughter with two mates that soon has the and embarrassment to many in the audience. girls thinking he's gay. Stephen (Peter Murrihy) is there to chase blushed at times but they loved providing us with quality some skirt with his mate Brendan every minute of it. amateur theatre it's no surprise who doesn't turn up. The costumes, hair, makeup most of the shows are sold out. When the singles interact the and music were very 1980s and President Ian Royce invites combination of beer, Chardon- Gordon's pink paisley shirt you to become part of the fun nay and Monika's valium raised a laugh as did his daggy on stage or behind the scenes combine to reveal their short- dance moves. that keeps the show on the road. comings at work and humi- After Dinner was a hit in Contact the secretary Lyn liating experiences in the bed- every way and due to the theatre Houldcroft for more inform- room. The audience may have group's great reputation in ation [email protected]

Watercolour Painting Exhibition “Bella Botanicals” Queenscliff Neighbourhood House Gallery 3 Tobin Drive, Queenscliff Robyn Veleff For the month of July Monday to Saturday 10am - 3pm

JOIN US TO CELEBRATE THE OPENING Saturday 7th of July at 2.30pm

Robyn Veleff 0437 788 759 Setsuko Stevens Page 10 – Queenscliffe Herald, July 2018

survived by his widow Martha and been received in time from the three children. As further recognition Borough council, the plaque will be The Life and Times of of his services, the western headland unveiled by Captain Lonsdale's great- at the entrance to Port Phillip was great granddaughter Mrs Cecilia named Point Lonsdale and the village Newman at a ceremony on the Point Captain William Lonsdale later took his name. Lonsdale promenade deck. This will Lonsdale Plaque Project be accompanied by a re-enactment by Local history buff and retired Kevin Lyons and his committee Colin Mockett telling the story of builder Kevin Lyons presented the have raised sufficient funds to cover Captain Lonsdale's role at Port Phillip complete archive of John Wilkins the Lonsdale plaque project through Plaque Unveiling - 2pm Saturday OAM research material for his bio- public events and donations. Pro- 6 October. Main Street, Point graphy of Captain William Lons- vided the necessary approvals have Lonsdale. dale to the Queenscliffe Historical Museum (QHM) on Thursday 19 June. Wilkins, a former naval base Ornate marine toilet commander based at HMS Lonsdale, is also a meticulous researcher and the author of 'The Life and Times of flushed from the deep Captain Lonsdale'. He gifted over 40 files to the museum including a The colourful late 19th century Because of its unusual its shape catalogue and copy of the Cuthill toilet, or ship's head, is believed to and size, a custom made showcase papers and an index compiled by Judy have come from the wreck of the 'SS was acquired to best display this Wilkins. The files include birth Commissioner' off the Gippsland exceptional example of an ornate 19th certificates, a family chart with a Coast. The toilet is unique in design, century maritime toilet. featuring a ceramic bowl with a number of his eight children, material Queenscliffe Historical Museum's acting collections manager Rosemary Brown, willow pattern in its interior. It is from the State Library of Victoria, research and publications manager Diana Sawyer with president Garry Spry and protected under the provision of the information about his regiment as a Kevin Lyons whose enthusiasm for the Lonsdale project made the acquisition possible. King's Own Officer, sketches and Historic Shipwrecks Act of 1976. With the assistance of MMAPPS postcards associated with Lonsdale Victoria, museum researchers have for some 32 years becoming a useful funding the toilet has undergone and letters penned by him. confirmed that in 1836 Captain interpreter. preservation and conservation work "The museum is honoured to think William Lonsdale was appointed by Buckley was known to Captain by the Centre for Cultural Materials that what amounts to a lifetime's work New South Wales governor Sir Lonsdale as he had been a private in Conservation at the University of has been offered to the museum for William Bourke, to take charge of a Lonsdale's old regiment, 'The Fourth . A team of History under- permanent safekeeping and for the new and remote settlement that was King's Own'. No doubt this made the graduates, under the direction of use of researchers interested in key only accessible by sea, as no overland 'wild white man' particularly inter- Suzie Collis, treated it as a conser- figures and events in colonial history," route existed between Sydney and esting to Lonsdale. It was hoped that vation exercise, with the support of said museum president Garry Spry at Port Phillip. through his long acquaintance with Heritage Victoria. the handover. Lonsdale's duties were many, the local clans and his familiarity with An interpretative display with "The research papers are an including that of Chief Agent of the clan languages, Buckley could signage depicts the toilet's historic important set of meticulously re- Government, Police Magistrate and assist in creating harmony with the element with photographs of the toilet searched and documented material, Commandant of the Port Phillip Aboriginal people. undergoing conservation, along with reminding us of the pivotal role which district. He was required to take an As the first Colonial Secretary in a video tutorial on its conservation by Captain William Lonsdale played in official census noting land occupation 1851 (on a reported salary of 900 Dr Ian Macleod, a conservation The toilet is on display in the 'Shipwrecks the establishment of law and order in and the numbers and movements of pounds p.a.) after Victoria became a scientist and Senior Museum Man- Display' at the Queenscliffe Maritime the unauthorised settlement which the Aboriginal population. Living separate colony, Captain Lonsdale ager at the Museum of Western Museum 2 Wharf St, Queenscliff. had become established in what was amongst the Aborigines until went on to serve in the Victorian Australia. Open daily 11am-4pm. then known as the Port Phillip district wandering in to Batman's encamp- Legislative Council from October of the colony of New South Wales." ment at Indented Head in 1835, 1851 to 1853, the turbulent years of Delving into various journals from escaped convict William Buckley had the gold rushes. Captain Lonsdale The toilets at a local police station have been stolen. Police say they have the Royal Historical Society of been living with the local Aborigines died in London 28 March 1864, nothing to go on. ~ Ronnie Barker

Fort Queenscliff Museum Queenscliffe Historical Museum Historical and Educational Guided Tours Enjoy the rare opportunity 26th July Guest Speaker - John Botham to tour a 19th Century John's fascinating subject will be Captain 'Old King' Coastal Artillery Fort and let the children dress Cole, a Port Phillip pioneer and Melbourne patriarch up in military uniforms. who arrived in Melbourne in 1840 following a career in the A great photo opportunity. The Sounds of Silent, Live Hot Jazz with Silent Movies Royal Navy during the Napoleonic Wars. He was prom- TOUR TIMES: June, July & August 5pm Sunday 8 July .. part of the LOWLIGHT Festival inent in early Melbourne society. Weekends 11am & 1pm Hilarious live music fun for the whole family, 10am Morning Tea for 10.20 start School Holidays 11am & 1pm with comic icons Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton. The Uniting Church Hall, cnr Stokes & Hesse Streets. Adult $15, Child over 15 $7, Concession $10, Family Ticket $35. Ticket includes Hearty Winter Meal at interval. Bar available. All welcome Entry $5 members, $7 non-members Guided tours last 1hr and 15mins. Tickets $40 Adult ~ $20 Kids (5-15 years) NAIDOC Film Night “Fair Game” 7pm Wednesday 11 July New Winter Exhibition - Boxes of the Borough Includes tea boxes, salt boxes, cigar boxes, hat boxes, The personal and professional journey of a man who, at the top of his match boxes, soap boxes, a medical chest and more. game, dared to hold a mirror to a nation. Historic films on the main screen or select you own on a "Fascinating and moving ... a story about Australian football culture and standalone display; the Bay, the Pilots, the history our wider culture of racism and masculinity.”- The Age of the Borough, the Scooter Races and more. Supporting The Indigenous Literacy Foundation Includes short fun all-age films & wattle-seed ice cream More Info: www.queenscliffe-history.org >> Events Come early for community meal @ 6pm (by donation) Contact: [email protected] Teeny Tiny Stevies 11am Saturday 14 July ... part of the LOWLIGHT Festival The Little Stevies - songs written especially for the pre-school age-group Tickets $16 for kids and adults. No charge for babies Sausage sizzle available afterwards St Kilda Film Festival Victorian Tour HERITAGE TRAIN SERVICES 3.30pm Sunday 22 July A selection of Australia’s Top 100 Short Films, coming to you! 1, 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, 15, 22 & 29 July Showcasing some of the most innovative and inspiring short films Magic Show & Workshop Specials: 3 & 10 July from the nation’s leading filmmaking talent. Ticket $20 includes refreshments at interval. Wine Bar available Oxfam Movie Night 7.30pm Wednesday 25 July Queenscliff/Point Lonsdale Oxfam Group presents “Waking Ned Devine” 4 Donation $15, includes supper. Wine Bar available 13-1 Come early for community meal @ 6pm (by donation) OBER OCT Info and bookings online at www unitingqueenscliff.org.au or contact Jan 5258 2854 email [email protected] © 2018 Gullane (Thomas) Limited Events also January & April © 2018 HIT Entertainment Limited Uniting Church, cnr Hesse & Stokes Street Queenscliff Special Trains: Easter Bunny - Halloween - Santa Train Driver Experiences New Volunteers Welcome Our trains depart from Queenscliff & Drysdale Stations 2.00pm Visit website for details & bookings or call 5258 2069 EVERY SATURDAY $15 per person, www.bellarinerailway.com.au children free. Queenscliffe Herald, July 2018 – Page 11 Queenscliff's first graveyard What lies beneath escaped the 'Priscilla' with James the sand was blowing away from provided at the time was the deceased Nearly two decades on further One of the more remarkable and Baillieu just years earlier. Together the graves at the old burying place near was from an early convict gang or discoveries were made again as intriguing stories centreing on the pair and their brides became early the beach, and that some of the coffins passing ship was provided to explain shifting sands revealed a further historic back beach at Shortland's pioneers of the emerging township. were exposed. It was resolved that the mysterious find. gruesome find. Twelve year old Ian Bluff was its initial use as the towns' By 1858 and in true Queenscliff such of the coffins as are exposed be The discovery prompted Charles Searle from Surrey Hills was playing first graveyard. Tucked in behind the fashion, a public meeting chaired by removed to the new cemetery, and DOD to write to the Argus from in the sands near the electric light present Recreation Reserve and Dr. Robertson was held with the view that the trustees be requested to take Castlemaine. He described himself as station (near Crows Nest) and un- amongst the sand dunes, many of the that the existing cemetery was 'too charge of and re-inter the same." the first white born boy at Queenscliff earthed another coffin containing the towns' earliest burials took place in near the town' and a new cemetery The discovery of a skeleton on the and hence 'an authority on the early skeleton of a young female. Ian the designated cemetery. was deemed necessary. We can ass- back beach in 1910 raised a few days of Queenscliff'. DOD wrote that initially believed he had unearthed a By 1855, according to a report in ume that this new cemetery was eyebrows and local talk. A party of he witnessed as a 6 year old the burial sandstone. the Geelong Advertiser and Intelli- established around 1859 on its present electric light engineers digging a of Harry Draper, son of the late Constable Batholomew and Dr. gencer, the special correspondent site at Point Lonsdale. However, the trench for the electric searchlights Captain Draper of the Pilot Service, at Jermyn were notified and it was noted: "The cemetery has been remains of the old coffins were to from the Fort to Crows Nest un- the old cemetery at Shortland's Bluff. determined the death had taken place established on the inner margin of the remain a source of ongoing concern covered a skeleton apparently buried He explained after the old ceme- about 62 years prior in 1865. The beach, and already contains some and caused a few latter-day surprises. 'from the early days' and understood tery had been abandoned the sand remains were removed for burial to the thirty graves, many of them however The original graveyard is refer- to be 'in an old burial place' or the old hummocks were blown away by the Point Lonsdale cemetery. It is possible being filled by victims of shipwreck or enced on the Andrew McWilliams cemetery. winds and several coffins and skele- this date of repose may have been an other casualties, except in two or three 1865 map of Queenscliff and provides "With the chest bones were two tons were exposed. "These and several estimate and questionable date of instances there is little to mark the a valuable reference point of this iron rings, considerably corroded, skeletons were placed in boxes and death given the establishment of the resting places of the dead and the consecrated ground and cultural relic which were assumed to be manacles, taken to the new cemetery, where they new cemetery. absence of inscriptions is sadly of the Queenscliff story. While the although they were not connected. were reinterred." Years later the discovery of the suggestive of the lonely and friendless new cemetery had been established Near the head were two old copper As a lad of twelve, DOD vividly Hulston body, the Crows Nest sentry manner in which most of those who some of the remaining coffins and coins so corroded that acid will have remembered the string of drays 'con- discovered in the shallows of Short- lie here closed their lives surrounded skeletons had remained in their initial to be used in any effort to decipher veying this gruesome cargo to the land's Bluff in WW2, made national only by strangers in a foreign land." resting places along the foreshore. their inscriptions." cemetery' that roughly coincides with headlines and continues as a murder An early burial was that of Nature soon took its course and by It was reported the coins in the eye the 1866 report. The state of one body mystery. Catherine Twomey (nee Fanning) 1866 a number of exposed coffins sockets were a penny and halfpenny had left a deep impression on him. It is possible a number of other who as a new mother died soon after were appearing requiring remedial and bore a resemblance to George III. A year later in 1911 on nearby coffins may still reside in their initial the birth of her son. Kate Fanning had action. A Geelong Advertiser report sug- Rabbit Island a skeleton was also resting place at Queenscliff's first survived the infamous 'Fever ship' the A Geelong Advertiser report dated gested it was the body of a convict and unearthed by workman employed by cemetery! 'Ticonderoga' and had married boat- 30 January 1866 stated: "Senior the evidence was taken into posses- Mr. J. Werry and thought to be the David Connoley man Jeremiah Twomey who had Constable Goodenough reported that sion by the police. An explanation remains of an early settler. President Queenscliff Civic Assoc. Crows outsmart farmer Change of hands During Rhonda Tankard's six years working with the Research Team at the for QHM talks Queenscliffe Historical Museum she has The popular monthly Museum Talks arranged read many articles and family histories. by the Queenscliffe Historical Museum (QHM) "At times I come across an article that have been convened for the past four years by sticks in my mind," said Rhonda. "And Diana Allen OAM. At he June talk she handed this is one which really gave me a good the reins over to Ocean Grove resident and QHM laugh. I hope you enjoy this little snippet member David Bayne. from the Garrison Gazette 4/11/1927." David has had 40 years experience as a Port 'There was once a flock of crows Economist and recently gave a fascinating talk on numbering, perhaps, one hundred or more. Captain 'Old King' Cole, a Port Phillip pioneer and The Mystery of the William Salt House, a wreck off Melbourne patriarch They were a nuisance to the local the coast of Queenscliff. He is enthusiastic about inhabitants of the district in which they his new role as Museum Talks Convenor and on sought their sustenance. The flock visited Occasionally in a moment of crisis a Thursday 26 July his 'first cab off the rank' will be A P the land of a certain Farmer Brown with genius comes to the fore. One old crow, La Trobe Society committee member John M AR annoying regularity, persistently seeking its from whom the joy of living had not yet Botham's fascinating subject Captain 'Old King' U K destruction, albeit without too much departed, sat quietly thinking and planning Cole, a Port Phillip pioneer and Melbourne S success. No matter where Farmer Brown an escape. With a loud piercing caw, he patriarch. lay in wait or tried to hide or camouflage commanded silence. "When I give the Captain George Ward Cole arrived in HOMESTEAD himself, he could not approach the flock signal," he cawed, "all crows will make a Melbourne in 1840 following a career in the Royal within shooting distance. concerted effort to fly vertically upwards." Navy during the Napoleonic Wars. He was He did notice however that the crows This they did and with ease lifted the tree prominent in early Melbourne society, contro- found a delight in settling on one dead tree bodily from the earth. Thus Farmer Brown, versially marrying into the historic McCrae family in the middle of a large paddock, adding to instead of being able to shoot these and building one of the first houses in Brighton, St his annoyance with their loud raucous annoying crows, suffered the humiliation of Ninians. conversations. The wide view afforded the watching the old dead tree fly out of his Cole built the first private wharf on the Yarra, crows meant that no one could approach field. known as Cole's Wharf, developed shipping them without giving them plenty of Thus, we see the necessity in any facilities in Port Phillip, providing sea transport warning. community for cooperation. We could both locally and to other colonies, and established Farmer Brown conceived the idea of imagine some of the smaller crows saying, the town of St Leonards on the Bellarine Peninsula. pinning his enemy to the ground and one "Well, there won't be much difference if I He was a leader in the development of dark night he visited the dead tree and don't join in and help," or "Don't listen to Melbourne and a respected politician, serving on painted it with glue. In due course the crows the old fool, it's absurd to think we could do the Legislative Council for 20 years. This talk will CONFERENCES FUNCTIONS arrived and settled on the limbs but when so much." provide the opportunity to rediscover this virtually WEDDINGS Farmer Brown crossed the paddock with If each of us pursued our own agenda, forgotten patriarch of early Melbourne. ACCOMMODATION his gun, the crows attempted to fly but, to life could be very uninteresting or Visitors are very welcome at these popular their horror, found that they were stuck fast unpleasant. On the other hand, if we were monthly talks at the Uniting Church Hall on the WINERY CELLAR DOOR as death stalked towards them. In a frenzy to apply ourselves diligently to cooperation, fourth Thursday of the month at 10am. they flapped their wings in vain. The glue then the results could exceed all Refreshments on arrival. Entry is $5 for members All enquiries 5258 3507 held. expectations.' and $7 for non-members. Page 12 – Queenscliffe Herald, July 2018 BCH Community Humans in Geelong Conversations ‘You didn't have a name, you were a number, a case number’ Farah Al-Dabbas age 23 tells her son and husband behind. She had to .Kareem and Siham Al-Naseri Bellarine Community Health management of the Eric Tolliday story to conclude Refugee Week think about this very carefully and volunteer at a local op shop. They (BCH) Chief Executive Officer Units that is progressing, the pos- 2018 #withrefugees finally decided to take the risk as it continue their love of cooking and Shane Dawson, Board Directors and sibility of Coorabin being used as "I grew up not knowing or seeing seemed to be the only way. cooked a magnificent Iraqi feast for members of the Consumer and specialist suites connected to doctor the stars. I was only three years old I cannot express the happiness Diversitat's fundraising dinner on Community Advisory Group held a referrals from the Lonsdale Medical when my family had to flee war torn when we were at last reunited a year Friday 22 June. We thank Diversitat second round of 'Community Con- Centre and the need for increased Iraq. We left our home in Baghdad, later, in 2016, in Australia. After living for the support and opportunities they versations' across their four sites carer support - kinship, palliative and we were split from family and friends. 17 years as refugees, my family is have provided us. during June with good atten-dance dementia. We fled to Jordan and lived all finally together in a safe, welcoming Now, I marvel at the simple things; from people, including 32 entrants in Increasing services like preven- together in one small basement room community. This is when I felt my life the night sky, the stars, the smell of two basketball activities in Drys- tative health and targeting illness like in very cramped living conditions. It had really started. eucalyptus, being able to go to the dale, who were all interested in diabetes care where it's most needed, wasn't safe to go out at night so I never I work as a student support worker bank and have my own set of keys to learning about BCHs plans for the developing a Community Nursing saw the night sky. at Diversitat. I give back to those who my own home. I'm proud to live in the future. Program & Aged Care Services, It was a tough life. My parents are in the position I was in by working North of Geelong and to call Geelong "BCH is very precious on the Healthier Eating & Active Living, worked illegally as cooks so they with refugees and migrants. My our home.” Bellarine and gaining momentum in Prevention of Violence Against could put my brother and I through brother Fahad is studying commerce Submitted by Jacqui Bennet many areas. The future is looking very Women. With the expanding popu- school. You didn't have a name, you at Deakin. My parents, Abdul a Humans in Geelong positive," said Board Chair Margaret lation in and around Point Lonsdale were a number, a case number. We'd Belfrage. he said families and children need to been registered with the United Mr Dawson referred to the wealth be serviced in these areas utilizing Nations High Commissioner for of experience of many in the comm- services like Headspace. Refugees and added to the long list of unity that have stepped up and Northern Bellarine communities people seeking safety in a new supported him at BCH in areas like are looking for more GP services and country. Palliative Care and the community a hydrotherapy pool alternative in Finally, we found we could travel to advisory panels. We need to ensure Portarlington. Malaysia without a visa but we had to that all services needed by our "The community conversations re- leave my father behind. community are available locally with a velead that people are supportive of a Malaysia turned out to be false focus on disability, mental health and 'cradle to grave' approach for local promises. Eventually my father joined youth services. BCH has secured community health and are keen to us. We knew that we'd have to move funding from the Department of revive community health centers as again to find a home. Health and Human Services for a 12 community hubs," said Mr Dawson. We were so excited when we found month Early Intervention Spectrum "The Board and I are committed to that our application to Australia was Disorders project." getting this right. Please come and talk granted but then devastated to find it Mr Dawson informed the to us about your health needs now and was just for myself and my mum. My gathering about the refurbishment and into the future." mother didn't want to leave her only

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He is riding to fulfil a promise decided to raise some funds for cancer reef restoration project in Victoria, dedicated to conserving the lands and Gust Van Rooy (68) have both and has already completed a large research as well as having some time to The Nature Conservancy is building waters on which all life depends. experienced the effects of cancer, section of the ride. think." 500 square metres of mussel reefs in Guided by science, we focus on getting either on a personal level or through "My grandfather died from cancer So far Joris has raised $12000 Corio Bay, Geelong. The project will things done efficiently and with the its effect on family or friends. in 2010 and when he had cancer the towards cancer research. His idea be placing 55 tonnes of limestone greatest positive impact for con- Accompanied by their two donkeys second time in 2008, I promised him started off small but he was soon asked rubble and 13.75 tonnes of recycled servation. We're a trusted organisation Boris and Noortje, they set off from that when he healed, I would go to to give presentations at schools and he shells onto the sea floor as reef base. working in 72 countries on innovative the cathedral in Antwerp on April 2nd Santiago. Two years later he died after has 230 followers on Facebook at The shells are part of our award- solutions to our world's toughest this year. having cancer for a third time." Compostela Joris Vandael. winning 'Shuck Don't Chuck' shell challenges so that nature and people "We are walking to raise funds for In 2013 his mother also contracted Article and photo by Denis Walters recycling program, sourced from can thrive together. cancer research, for Immuno Therapy, cancer and has been battling the who has just returned from his second restaurants in the region like The We're tackling climate change, it is better than Chemotherapy," disease for the last five years. Compostela walk that is becoming very Little Mussel Café, Little Creatures conserving lands, waters and oceans at explained Albert. "We are walking for "Last year was very difficult, I popular among pilgrims worldwide for a and Wah Wah Gee. unprecedented scale, providing food people who are suffering from cancer decided I had to do something, I was o. variety of reasons. In mid-July The Nature Conser- and water sustainably and helping and they are following us on Face- vancy will be back to cover that base, make cities more sustainable. To learn book. We are also going to Lourdes along with Margaret's Reef off St more about The Nature Conservancy where we will remember these people. Kilda that was built in November last in Australia, visit the website or We are also praying for cancer year, with 11 tonnes of live mussels Facebook. sufferers and that is very important to grown by a local farmer. us. It is not just a walk to Compostela "Our project to restore the lost in Santiago." shellfish reefs of Port Phillip Bay has Boris and Noortje are only half the been up and running for more than size of the average donkey. Apart from three years now," said Simon Brani- being extremely cute, with very long gan, Marine Restoration Coordinator ears for their size, they are both placid at The Nature Conservancy. and well behaved. "The momentum behind restoring In the town square of Aire sur the shellfish reefs that once dominated L'Dour there was a good deal of up to half of Port Phillip Bay's sea floor, activity all around but they were continues to build," he said. "We're also oblivious to everything but the bringing back benefits like cleaner water whereabouts of their handlers. and greater marine biodiversity GeelongPort has provided The They hope to arrive in Santiago at including more fish for recreational Nature Conservancy with facilities to the beginning of Augus. More anglers." support their operations to load information on their Facebook page Four oyster reefs at Wilson Spit in limestone and recycled shells onto Compostela Albert and Gust. Corio Bay and Margaret's Reef in their vessel to transport to Wilson Spit Another Belgian who is under- Hobsons Bay have already been to form a reef base. taking a long journey to raise funds for On reaching Aire sur L'Dour in France, the pilgrims and their donkeys had already restored totalling 1,150 square metres Photo courtesy GeelongPort. cancer research, is Joris Vandael from covered 1100km. over a total footprint of one hectare. Two million hatchery reared oysters have been used to seed these new reefs Letter to the Editor - Adani which are encouraging back other species like pink snapper, goatfish, Please stand with us in our Defence of Country flathead, red swimmer crab, banded and This is a message from the leaders of the will. Our land is our living law; we are working for a positive future for our people want economic independence, and to make shovelnose stingrays, and sea-horses. Wangan and Jagalingou Traditional Owners of connected to it through our ancestors and on our country. We won't stand by and a future on our country that is respectful of Adam Gordon, GM of Operations the land where mining giant Adani want to our culture. Without it we will cease to exist watch its destruction for coal. the land and uplifting for our people. GeelongPort said: "We consider build the Carmichael Coal Mine. They are as a people. Our people have been leading a Please stand with us in our Defence of ourselves custodians of the bay and requesting your support by signing a petition to Our people have said NO four times to a courageous fight against a cashed-up Country. We know that many other people contributing towards the project aligns stand with them against Adani. Ed. miserly land deal offered by Adani in mining giant, politicians and top end who care deeply about conserving natural to our environmental objectives. Dear Readers, exchange for the destruction of our lawyers. Adani haven't been able to put places, vital water resources, the great fauna GeelongPort is committed to environ- We are leaders of the Wangan and homelands. Our resistance has nothing to money on the table for this project or even and flora of central Queensland, and a mental sustainability and we will Jagalingou Traditional Owners. We are the do with dollars. No amount of money or say when they'll start digging. They've given healthy planet. people on the frontline defending our promises can stop us standing strong in nothing to our people, or to the people of When we say NO, we mean NO. continue to be involved in projects that ancestral lands in the fight against Adani's defence of Wangan and Jagalingou lands, Queensland and Australia. It's time for Support our fight: http://wanganjaga- benefit the Bay and wider comm- destructive coal mine. We have been opposing waters and sacred sites. Adani to walk away. lingou.com.au/our-fight/ unity." Adani and holding them off since 2012. We are willing to fight Adani all the way We have a vision for our people that's By Adrian Burragubba, cultural leader and About The Nature Conservancy We have never given our consent to to the High Court to protect our sustainable. We want to invest in solar senior spokesperson for the Wangan and The Nature Conservancy is a Adani to destroy our country, and we never environment and sacred sites. We are energy and other new clean enterprises. We Jagalingou Traditional Owners Council. Page 14 – Queenscliffe Herald, July 2018

families; some who may have emotional BUSINESS DIRECTORY issues; or students with low self-esteem. The very successful mentoring scheme adopts the general concept of 'here if you need me'. It is a one-hour-a-week, one-on-one contact: student - mentor. But not all students Youth Program who enter the program find that hospitality is their future. Not all can handle the program. On the whole the results have been very a Bellarine success story positive. A number of students have gone on Guest speaker at the recent Point people from local Bellarine secondary schools to become very successful head chefs, while Lonsdale-Queenscliff Men's Probus Club skills in teamwork, cooking, waiting-on-table, others have become successful hospitality was Peter Kenny. Peter and his family general hospitality and restaurant-manage- industry employees. There is always plenty of operate the Bellarine Estate Vineyards and ment skills; food preparation and sustain- work for positive, young, hospitality industry Winery. ability; and how to 'give back' through workers. In 2005, Peter founded, and is currently community service at local events. Peter outlined, with some concern, that chairman of, Ten02 Incorporated, a youth 'Faith Kitchen' has very close links with bullying was one of the most serious charity that provides funds for youth services the Bellarine Schools Ministry and since its problems at some schools today. Cyber- and programs. It is a Christian, faith-based, inauguration over 120 students have passed bullying was high on the list. While some charity that supports and encourages youth, through the program. Peter said that the older students tend to confuse bullying with in the general age category under 18, to work schools have given complete support to his workplace discipline, Peter's program is alongside adults in the community. It exists to project. instrumental in ensuring that the students are equip, empower and educate local youth, to The Schools Ministry involves a number made aware that life skills don't come easily. give them vital life-skills, including self- of adults who volunteer their services to His program is helping to minimise the confidence, job-readiness and employability. mentor the older students, some of whom complexities of youth psychology. Ten02 is a major supporter of Peter's 'Faith may have social issues; some who may have Bryan Hughes Kitchen' program that aims to give young psychological issues that result from broken Point Lonsdale-Queenscliff Probus Club Good old fashioned service In the current climate where there is a assistance that was on the cusp of being course the antics of the Leopold garage tendency for many businesses to prune back annoying. How the pendulum has swung! attendant featured prominently in my services in the pursuit of profits, some of us Now the onus has largely been placed on the assignment. still remember 'the good old days'. In the customer to either look unassisted for items or We handed in the work at the end of the days before supermarkets, there were no self search out a staff member for advice. class and received an assessment the serve checkouts and service stations actually One of the more obvious examples of self following week. The tutor made a point of provided service. service is petrol stations. Back in the 50s and highlighting my description of the routine at Today, often the only service available is 60s, staff at service stations seemed to take far the petrol bowser. I was chuffed but I knew he 'self service. It is little wonder that lives are more pride in their level of care. So keen was lived on the Peninsula and I think he may becoming so busy, as individuals are asked to the competition to attract customers one of have been served by the same attendant at do for themselves, what once was accepted as the larger petrol companies, ran ads on TV some stage. ELECTRICIANS a responsibility of the business operator. accompanied by a catchy jingle. It went Perhaps attendants went to 'service school' Recently I experienced the wheel turning something like this. back then. It was definitely a different era. back in time. I was after a new radiator cap for 'Wipe your windscreens clean as a slate, There was a petrol station in Ocean Grove the old Toyota and I enquired if there was a water levels checked while you wait, check about 20 years ago where one employee tap anywhere so I could top up the water your tyres and battery levels too and finally finished his greeting with 'Sir'. It was a level. By the time I had opened the bonnet the we pump up all your tyres for you.' pleasure to witness his dedication to the task assistant was beside me with a plastic With the introduction of self serve petrol at hand but although I never said anything at watering can filled with water and proceeded pumps that standard of service at the bowser the time I thought the title of 'Sir' was a bit to replenish the water level. I was impressed soon evaporated. Before the death knell was over the top. and said so. "This is the sort of service we sounded I was on my way to Geelong one Now here's the rub. For years after the Warren Jankowski used to get back in the good old days." morning and stopped at the service station at service station had closed I would see that 0404 163 609 He told me that when he had his first car the top of the Leopold hill. The attendant attendant around Ocean Grove and he would many years ago, his grandfather owned a came bouncing out, saying in a singsong still address me as Sir. For some, old habits die [email protected] garage and when he needed mechanical work voice, 'Good morning sir' and without hard. After meeting him several times I said: done on his car, he would man the petrol hesitation commenced his much practised "It's nice to be called Sir but call me Denis." Registered Electrical Contractor 23229 pump and serve the customers. No doubt he routine of cleaning the windscreen, checking We had a good laugh and these days we greet had been well schooled by his grandfather the tyres etc. each other by our christian names. about attention to detail and looking after the I was so impressed with his passion and I always appreciated the attention of the customer. His topping up the radiator wasn't a enthusiasm for his job, that it kickstarted my attendants at the bowsers but if I had a crystal big thing but little things can have a big impact day in the most positive way. The memory ball back in the days when I thought staff and it activated a sense of nostalgia in me. stayed with me into that evening. I was could sometimes be a little over zealous I RESTORATION There was once a time while shopping at attending night school and the writing would have been far less pessimistic and department stores and large retail outlets that exercise on this occasion was to write an enjoyed it while I could because times soon you could hardly turn around without a staff account of the days' events. It was handed change. member enquiring if they could be of written in class and titled 'On Awakening'. Of By Denis Walters

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Freemasonry is an Organisation of Cosmopolitan Good Men, Lodge Regional Assembly on BUSINESS DIRECTORY supporting each other, their families and the No. 96 community. the Bellarine Peninsula ARBORIST Masonic Musings People living and working in the Convention and Exhibition Centre and the TREE HEALTH & SAFETY Rather than having the regular June meeting Barwon region are encouraged to register revitalisation of central Geelong, $1.6 SPECIALIST TREE CARE at home the Lodge paid an Official visit to today to attend this year's Regional million for Skilling the Bay to raise Meredith Lodge No. 163 at Lara, where a Assembly to help identify and refine their educational attainment levels in the Qualified Arborists number of other Lodges were in attendance to region's priorities. The assembly is in Geelong area, and $1.3 million for Tree Removal & Pruning witness the initiation of new member into Wallington on Thursday 19 July. Runway Geelong to grow industry and Hedging Freemasonry. Following last year's Barwon assembly jobs and support scale-ups, innovation and Branch Removal At the recent June Quarterly Communi-cations in Geelong, the Partnership took the research. Experts in Tight Space Removals of Grand Lodge, Freemasons Foun-dation region's key priorities, including revita- The Budget also included $50 million Fully Insured – Pensioner Discount announced the donation of $500,000 to Monash lising central Geelong, improving trans- for detailed investigations of a high-speed Hospital at Werribee where the money will be put port networks in the region, growing rail link between Geelong and Melbourne, David Stevens 0411 785 181 to good use to support the community's medical industry and jobs, and raising educational while the Government has also recently Bryan Doheney 0459 902 233 needs. aspiration directly to the Victorian Govern- backed the construction of an inter- [email protected] Last month I gave advance notice that the West ment. national terminal at Avalon Airport. Gate Concert Band will be playing on Sunday 26 Partnership Chair, Kylie Warne, said Ms Warne added that the Partnership's August at the Queenscliff Town Hall, however due they were very excited with the outcomes achievements went beyond securing TREE REMOVAL to circumstances beyond our control they have for the region from the recent Victorian Budget outcomes, with the Partnership informed that they will not be able to play on that Budget. "We are looking forward to being effective in bringing different groups day, hopefully they will be back in 2019. updating the community at our 2018 and levels of government together in the * The next regular meeting is 7.30pm Wed- assembly on what the Partnership is up to, region and ensuring people were working nesday 11 July. and has achieved, as well as continuing to together for the benefit of Barwon. * The Bellarine Masonic Centre are holding a consult with those living and working in To register to attend or to have your say Spit Roast 12 noon Sunday 15 July. Barwon." visit engage.vic.gov.au/barwon $20/head BYO Drinks. Everyone welcome. She said the Government responded in For more information on the Barwon If you are seeking information regarding Free- this year's Victorian Budget with $153.2 Regional Partnership, and Budget 2018/19 masonry please contact Dick Clark, Secretary million for the Geelong City Deal, outcomes, go to http://www.rdv.vic Cosmopolitan Lodge No 96. on 03 5258 2680. including the development of the Geelong .gov.au/regional-partnerships/barwon

Sounds like where talking about a living, breathing entity that needs more care than we Tree health and safety realize. It's just a tree… but that's not how Bryan Doheny and David Stevens operate their 'Tree Health & Safety' business. "Our over-arching philosophy is to preserve the tree and keep it healthy," said Bryan. "Less is better for the tree in an urban environment," he said after carefully assessing then trimming a backyard liquid amber that the owner believed needed cutting back heavily. "The job has to be GARDENING done right and we're always conscious of our safety and the right outcome for the tree." "Often a trees history is relevant to its owner," added David. "Sometimes it's a tree planted by a parent or a housewarming gift that's grown too rosie’s gardening big and they want to preserve it, not get rid of it." With 25 years experience between them and a Diploma of Consulting Arborists from Melb- services ourne Polytehnic, the men specialize in working weeding, pruning, in confined spaces, tree assessment and use approved safety techniques ensuring a satisfying cutting back, planting, result for the tree and its owner. Tree Health & Safety offer professional mulching & green advice, care, maintenance, trimming, removal Safety first when Tree Health & Safety care for your trees. and chipping on your property as requested. waste disposal efficient, professional Australian of the & friendly service! Year Exhibit $40 per hour A distinguished actor, a quantum physician and an NRL star at first glance may not have call fiona 0439 360 106 much in common, but their shared career FISH AND CHIPS dedication and willingness to help others is on PRINTING & COPYING display at the 2018 Australian of the Year TAKE AWAY FOOD Travelling Exhibition at the Geelong Library & FRESH LOCAL SEAFOOD DAILY Heritage Centre until Sunday 5 August. The free exhibit is the only presentation of its OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK kind in Victoria. It showcases the eight state and PHONE ORDERS WELCOME territory 2018 Australian of the Year recipients and is open to the public. It features personal stories BAIT & TACKLE AVAILABLE behind their inspiring achievement and respective items of significance including: QUEENSCLIFF: 4 Gellibrand Street – 5258 2334 - Signed head gear and letter (NRL footballer Johnathan Thurston, Qld) CLIFTON SPRINGS: Jetty Road – 5253 1821 - House of Staunton chess set (quantum physics researcher Prof Michelle Simmons, NSW) - Graduation sash and rosary (entrepreneur Mark Devow, ACT) - Miniature unicycle 'trophy' (famed actor Samuel Johnson OAM, Vic) - Miniature manuals and 'Chinese junk' model (theater director Scott Rankin, Tas) - 3D model nylon skull (craniofacial surgeon Prof David David AC, SA) Handmade and Homegrown Produce - Pilbara dirt and citizenship certificate (psychologist Dr Tracy Westerman, WA) - The Open Heart Story painting (paediatric cardiologist Dr Bo Reményi, NT). NEXT MARKET Geelong Regional Library Corporation Chair, Cr Ron Nelson says: "The Australian of the Year SUNDAY, 8th JULY Award is a symbol of the best our nation can aspire to be, in service to our community. We are delighted to host this prestigious exhibit and welcome visitors from across the region." Page 16 – Queenscliffe Herald, July 2018

due to cold water immersion occur in the first 15 minutes. Warm clothing and a lifejacket will increase your Queenscliff Coast Guard News chance of survival!! Recreational Boating Operators Licence Course The ever changing sign nearly five times when the water (Needed to get a boat licence). The Every now and then a project temperature is below 15 degrees next course runs on Thursday 26th comes up that despite wanting to Celsius. If you fall into cold Victorian July. complete it quickly has an unusually waters you may have 1 minute to get Contact Training Officer Gary long gestation period. Our Coast your breathing under control and keep Tomlins 0409 380 359 for bookings Guard safety sign is just one of those your head out of the water. 10-20 and information. Please note there projects. Not long after I joined Coast minutes of USEFUL MOVEMENT will be NO course during August. Guard in 2011 I had the idea of a in which to get out of the water. 1-3 Remember: Plan every voyage, changeable scorecard that would hours before you become unconscious your life depends on it! advise boaties of how many jobs we due to hypothermia. 60% of fatalities Safe Boating, Ric Lasslett do in each reporting year, raising the Coast Guard profile and pointing out how often people get into trouble. Queenscliff Open Douglas' feats include winning the As I believe no one 'sees' a sign after Canberra Open at just 16 beating Peter they have passed it three times, I commemorates Thomson (then 18) to win the figured the sign should have Australian Open in 1948 and winning interchangeable panels to freshen the crew just over 2 hours to tow the vessel On June 10th we were called to the golfing legends the British Amateur Championship in message on a regular basis. Having a to deeper water. Less than 24 hours Symonds Channel to assist a vessel Two amateur golfing legends 1954. He remained a dedicated rather twisted sense of humour the later our second call came to assist a unable to start the motor. We towed were remembered over the Queens' amateur and was honoured for his sign should have a little bite or promise vessel 1km off St Leonards with them to the Prince George Bank Birthday weekend with the Queens- work for golf and the Golf Society of of a sting to those who might ignore it. mechanical problems, we towed her where we handed them over to CG10 cliff Golf Club's 36 hole Annual Australia with an MBE and induction So after numerous false starts and back to St Leonards. (Coast Guard Werribee) who towed Open Championship. into the Sport Australia Hall of Fame distractions as well as help from the Another four days had passed them back to Werribee. This event is one of a series of in 1987. Borough of Queenscliffe our sign is when we had a call to assist a yacht In all, up until 26 June we have had designated Golf Victoria events that finally in place. Each month we will under sail heading in through the Rip four jobs, one aground, one mech- count towards the annual Ivor change the number of callouts based bound for Queenscliff. The skipper anical problem, one insufficient fuel Whitton trophy, established in 1960, on the number of jobs done since July was concerned he had too little fuel to and one flat battery. Our crew spent and awarded for the best Victorian first each year. Also monthly we will motor into harbour and that with very eight hours on the water (not in- amateur. After taking up golf at 14 change the lower panel to present a light winds the transit may be dan- cluding training hours) helped 13 Ivor most notably went on to win the new message to those intrepid boaties gerous. Our Coast Guard crew persons and assisted four boats to Australian Open as an amateur five about to launch from the Queenscliff delivered a jerry can of fuel and safety worth a total value of $747,000. times, the first in 1912 and the last in boat ramp. A huge thank you to Mitch escorted him to Queenscliff Harbour. Not bad for a cold June. 1931. Whitley of Allsigns Geelong for his In the days before engines he would Winter water survival This year's Queenscliff Open help and patience. Check out the sign have had to drop anchor and wait for a Water temps on 26th June for inside winner was Aiden Laudee from near the boat wash as you enter the suitable wind or use his sea boats crew Port Phillip were approximately 13 Kingston Heath with rounds of 72 Queenscliff boat ramp precinct. ( if he had one) to try and row and tow degrees Celsius and outside the heads and a 4 under 68. His name has been Quiet May, busier June the vessel to harbour, how things have 15 degrees. Maritime Safety Victoria inscribed on the perpetual Douglas After nil jobs in May, June changed. advises the risk of drowning increases Bachli Trophy, the trophy that holds produced two jobs in just the first two pride of place in the club's display days. The initial job was on first June case. It was the trophy won by with a 50ft yacht valued at $450,000 To advertise or promote your business in the Douglas himself in 1947 and gifted aground on sand just west of the West Queenscliffe Herald – call Carmel 5258 4828 back to the club by his family after his Channel. It took the Coast Guard death. The Ivor Whitton trophy