THE QUEENSCLIFF AND POINT LONSDALE NEWS Published monthly on the first Wednesday and available in Queenscliff, JUNE, 2017 – Number 211 Phone: 5258 4828, e-mail: [email protected] Point Lonsdale and the Queenscliff/Sorrento Ferry. FREE – Average monthly circulation 5000 Website: www.queenscliffeherald.com.au Queenscliffe Literary Festival Dusty Springfield tribute "I'm a writer because I have to be." ~ Joanna Murray-Smith. wows Vue Grand audience "The world of story is a wonderland." ~ Jennifer Byrne. With a little tweaking and disco When introducing each number lights the Grand Dining Room at the Wendy highlighted events in Dusty's Vue Grand hotel was transformed life, the highs and the lows. Her into an intimate cabaret where struggle with alcohol, her fast paced Wendy Stapleton performed a tribute life and long lasting friendships with show 'I Only Want to Be With You - performers from the Motown era. the Dusty Springfield Story'. Wendy's rapport with the audience It was 'House Full' with 120 fans was fun as she gave away her CD to coming from the Bellarine, Drysdale, people in the audience and signed Ocean Grove and many locals who them later in the bar where people only had to walk to the venue. Sure lined up for photos with her. beats driving to Melbourne and If you remember The Tarax Show Geelong for quality entertainment. Wendy was one of a troupe of kids The team at the Vue Grand Mitch, who floundered around in the Kate, Julez and the staff buzzed background while Patti McGrath around before the show serving a (Newton) or Denise Drysdale sang. canapé style dinner and drinks, drinks, At 16 she became a professional drinks - great value for the money! vocalist and has performed with Wendy's entrance wearing a hot Australia's best like John Farnham, pink and silver coat screamed Priscilla Glen Shorrock, Jon English, Joe Queen of the Desert but she was Camilleri and more. Queen of the Vue Grand for the night. In 1979 she signed with Mush- Hundreds of people attended the Jennifer. "Reading and talking about Upstairs. The audience enjoyed Back up singers/Go Go girls, her room Records and formed Wendy and Queenscliffe Literary Festival cele- books is a hugely social activity." Her savoury and sweet biscuits made by gorgeous daughter Elle and niece the Rocketts touring Australia and brating Australian authors in the passion for books began as a young girl festival organizer Mary Lou Gilbert Angie, kept the energy up through two overseas. And now Queenscliff! I hate towns of Queenscliff and Point reading 'Marjorie Morning Star' 'the using recipes from the book. sets and were a reminder for many of to give away her age but her bio says Lonsdale over each weekend in May. most powerful book of my life' about a Lesley said while she was doing us of how we dressed and looked in she was born in 1954 and she looks that covered fiction, non-fiction, girl growing up in New York research for her Ph D 20 years ago she the 70s minus the coat. Wendy's great fantastic. There’s hope for us baby- crime, writing workshops for adults determined to be a movie star. She came across two of Preston's hand voice did justice to songs like Son of a boomers yet! and children, performance, music, didn't realize her dream but like written recipe books in the state Preacher Man, I Just Don't Know The management of the Vue food - a veritable smorgasbord for Marjorie, Byrne is determined to 'go library. The books and personal What To Do With Myself, You Don't Grand are on a winner with shows like those who love to read, write and down fighting'. papers were rescued from a pile of Have to Say You Love Me had the this through the winter months. The discover what drives authors to Playwright Joanna Murray-Smith rubbish by a neighbour and the book, crowd shouting for more. next one is Normie Rowe. write. is a prolific writer with over 20 plays to combined with Preston's art, is richly Several of the events were Sold Out her name. Her new play 'Three Little illustrated. which is indicative of the success of Words' is currently on at the Melb- Preston was a key figure in the the festival that is now in its third year. ourne Theatre Company. She gave us development of modern art in Sydney Around 1,000 people attended the a peek at the thrill and terror of being a from the 1920s to the 1950s. She is event and 300 children attended the playwright. renowned for her paintings and School Day. There was great support "The goldmine of what makes you woodcuts of local landscapes and from the local community with many a writer is plumbing your emotional native flora. travelling from Melbourne, Ballarat, depths, what shapes us and the drama She was an outspoken public voice the Mornington Peninsula and as far of life that compels me to write," she on Australian culture and promoted a away as Euroa. said. modern way of living and believed Opening night saw the town hall Murray-Smith's upbringing was that busy hands making things could filled with lovers of books to hear very different from most families and improve people's lives: ideals pub- acclaimed journalist and popular host when she told her mother she wanted lished in the magazine 'Home'. of the ABCs 'The First Tuesday Book to be an actress she said, "No darling, There is so much more to know Club' Jennifer Byrne in conversation you want to be a writer." And today she about Margaret Preston who was with Kate Torney, CEO of the state says, "I'm a writer because I have to be." 'ahead of her time' but that could be library who reported that libraries Lesley Harding author of Mar- said for all the writers that kept us have never been busier with 2/3 of garet Preston, Recipes for Food and enthralled as they spoke about books readers being under 35. Art and curator of Heide Gallery was and what it is that drives them to write, "Reading is the common thread for interviewed by Jason Smith, Geelong write, write. And we were the lucky our audience, not the authors," said Art Gallery Director at Tussock beneficiaries of their inspiration. Absolutely fabulous local duo Kerry and Wendy enjoying the Dusty Springfield tribute show. 25% OFF COLD PIES Present voucher and get 25% off any cold pies, pasties or quiches!

*Cold pies only. Offer ends June 30th. Excludes family sizes. Must present coupon. OCEAN GROVE – 12 Park Lane – Ph: 5256 1517 QUEENSCLIFF – 40 Hesse Street – Ph: 5258 1533 LEOPOLD – 670 Bellarine Highway – Ph: 5250 6101 Page 2 – Queenscliffe Herald, June 2017 BOQ mayor resigns from Liberal leadership role Mayor’s Queenscliffe Mayor Cr Tony Francis, a for the branch's woes and that the Bellarine Victoria Police senior sergeant, has stepped electorate had become a lost cause. Column down as head of Liberal Victoria's Bellarine Insiders say Sen Sgt Francis has taken many branch. calls from liberals in the area asking him how Liberal party insiders claim Sen Sgt Francis was going to lead them against Lisa Neville I attended the Municipal Association of residential property in the Borough, and an was uncomfortable with the pressure to support adding that he was under heavy pressure from Victoria (MAV) State Council meeting 12 extra $150,000 in rate revenue annually. opposition leader Matthew Guy's law and order his family, his employment, Queenscliff and the May where I had the opportunity to support A Community Bulletin provides detailed campaign against Bellarine Labor MP and liberals. Another said Sen Sgt Francis was five initiatives linked to improving the information on council's decision to apply for a Police Minster Lisa Neville. 'ducking for cover'. financial sustainability of small councils. higher rate cap, and a Feedback Form to gather Liberal party leaders also claim inept His resignation means the branch is still - Increasing opportunities for rural and small your comments and suggestions. These have leadership and a lack of experience are to blame searching for a candidate run against Ms Neville. shire councils to access state government been distributed by email and mail and are grants, available on council's website. - Adjusting the schedule of revaluations in Public Information Sessions were held on small shire councils to minimise expense and Monday 5 June 2017 at the Town Hall, generate significant savings. Queenscliff and Tuesday 6 June 2017 at the - Increasing penalties for unauthorised tree City of Booroondara Municipal Offices, removal and drafting of stronger tree protection Camberwell, and invited community feedback legislation to raise awareness and deter non- on the proposed rate variation until 4pm compliance. Wednesday 7 June 2017. Feedback will form - Providing appropriate funding for state part of council's submission. The ESC has government services delivered by local advised that a decision will be made by the end government, such as the - State Emergency, of July 2017. Surf Life Saving and marine rescue services. Economic Development Strategy - Equitable distribution of funding for Council has released the Discussion Paper planning and delivering foreshore asset on its Economic Development Strategy for protection, and clarification of the roles and community review and comment. The Paper is responsibilities of state and local government accompanied by a questionnaire. It can be agencies with foreshore management respon- downloaded from www.queenscliffe.vic.gov.au sibilities. or the council at 50 Learmonth St or the It is important that councils continue to Queenscliffe Visitor Information Centre 55 explore all opportunities to progress matters Hesse St. Community members can book a like these at a state level. This is a terrific one-on-one interview with an Economic example of how small councils can support Development Strategy project consultant, via each other to achieve the objectives of our local the questionnaire, if they prefer to provide communities. feedback in person. Winter Arts Festival 2018 The Discussion Paper includes a profile of In consultation with event planners, the local economy, covering an assessment of professional artistic directors and the Tourism strengths, areas of competitive advantage and and Economic Development Advisory weaknesses, and identifies high level oppor- Committee, council is pursuing the Winter Arts tunities. Festival 2018 as a major event, requiring This is a terrific opportunity for all of us to additional planning, preparation, promotion shape the future of economic development in and execution. The capacity to attract artistic the borough, and make sure that the aims and elements, generate sponsorship interest, and goals of our community are included in the promote local businesses, tourism stakeholders design and preparation of the Economic and community inclusion, will all benefit from Development Strategy. the extended event planning period. G21 Road Transport Plan Staging the first Festival in 2018 is the best The Plan analyses current and future use of way to make sure it is a significant and sus- the G21 region's road network, including the tainable event that provides ongoing benefits to Borough of Queenscliffe, and prioritises our businesses and the wider community. projects to ensure the road network continues to Further information and updates on the Winter fit the needs of the region's population. The Arts Festival will be posted on Council's website purpose of the plan is to guide the development www.queenscliffe.vic.gov.au of regional road transport infrastructure. Council to apply for a higher rate cap The full Plan 2017-2027 can be downloaded At its Ordinary Meeting on 27 April 2017, from the Current Projects section of council's council confirmed its intention to apply to the website. Essential Services Commission (ESC) for a Your feedback is important, because it higher rate cap of 4.5% in the 2017-18 rating provides an accurate reflection of the current year. Our community has identified their needs of road users in the borough. Council priorities for the next four years. After invites you to submit comments on the G21 considering the cost of the 42 priority strategies Region Road Transport plan by email to in the draft Council Plan 2017-2021, council [email protected] has determined that a higher rate cap is Next Meeting necessary to achieve the aspirations and Thursday 22 June 7pm. All welcome. priorities of the community. Cr Tony Francis The proposed higher rate cap equates to an Mayor additional 79 cents per week for a median value Borough of Queenscliffe

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Copy deadlines are one week prior for this edition on Wednesday, June 28. Enquiries 5258 1716 Queenscliffe Herald, June 2017 – Page 3 Verbal stoush continues over BCH No Minister! Bellarine Community Health (BCH) Chair Hazel Ingram has expressed her disappointment and disagreement MP seeks minister intervention with comments made by local Member Lisa Neville in a recent media release and letter to BCH members. on Bellarine Community Health Community members say they cannot allow the Board's letter explaining their position to go unanswered. Member for Bellarine Lisa A spokesperson for Ms Hennessy "The Board cannot hide behind a facade of being the 'victim', being persecuted by the local Member or the Neville has asked the Minister for said that the appointment had community for no wrongdoing. Their refusal to consult with the community, lack of transparency and Health Jill Hennessy to immediately occurred without proper consultation inability or refusal to answer questions about the sale of assets are the reason the Board continues to face intervene on recent actions taken by with the department and expressed criticism and challenge." Bellarine Community Health (BCH) surprise that BCH had replaced the The following are concerns raised actual amount for selling these assets members were at best discounted and including the recent appointment of outgoing CEO, John Fendyk, in the over a period of years about the has never been disclosed and is still at worst ignored. There are still a new CEO. middle of a state government forensic competence and transparency of being questioned. The decision to unanswered questions arising from BCH Board members Hazel audit. Bellarine Community Health's Board. divest these Residential Aged Care the sale of Aged Care facilities, and Ingram, Graeme Smith and Jim "I have received many complaints Current members: Hazel Ingram facilities was made as the ageing the fact that 40 plus members voted Fletcher attended the formal meeting about this action," said Ms Neville. "It Chair, Doug Grant Deputy Chair, population of the Bellarine grew AGAINST the acceptance of the mid April. While no minutes were is my view, given the ongoing actions Graeme Smith Treasurer, Veronica rapidly to figures in excess of the Treasurer's Report at November's recorded Ms Neville claims Ms of the BCH Board and their failure to Philp, Kristina Dimasi, Marion national average. AGM raises serious concerns about Hennessy instructed BCH members work with the local community and Westrup, Margaret Belfrage, Damon • The BCH Board dismissed a petition the BCH Board. The Report that was to make 'substantial changes' to their the State Government, that their Burn. Jim Fletcher (resigned). which called for the Board to return presented to the meeting for approval Board's makeup and not to appoint a funding should be transferred to We do not seek to include staff or the money obtained from the sale of was subsequently amended and filed new CEO. another health organisation." Ms Neville says the Board 'delib- clients in the 'political wrangle' as Aged Care facilities back to the as the 'approved' Report without any "BCH have spent the last 3 years erately disrespected her requests' and described by Ms Ingram. Our community. More than 3000 people clear annotations or comments as to refusing to acknowledge community that the appointment is 'reprehen- concerns have always been directed to signed this petition. Additionally, what amendments had been made. concerns about being misled about the sible'. "At no stage have they reached the Board of BCH. letters have been sent by individuals This despite the Board (and the sale of Ann Nichol House," said Ms out to the community to rebuild Neville. "I will continue to work with Concerns and issues that have been and at least one organisation to BCH Treasurer) dismissing the queries community trust. BCH have once and on behalf of people on the raised and seek a response. on issues of concern, and many of raised and insisting that the Report again shown their complete disregard Bellarine to ensure that they are no Consultation, community these have been ignored. presented to the members be approved for our community." longer ignored by BCH." involvement and transparency • The BCH Board decided not to without amendment. • The BCH Board made a decision to report the alleged misappropriation of • BCH is currently undergoing a exit Residential Aged Care and divest funds from the Service to the Police forensic audit demanded by the State Bellarine Community Health rejects themselves of these community assets and only did so at the request of the Government. We do not consider that without community or member Department of Health & Human this should be dismissed as political claims made by Member for Bellarine consultation. It later came to light that interference but rather it should be seen Services. The circumstances of the Bellarine Community Health community that BCH did not ignore a the BCH Board had been publically as a consequence of the obfuscation alleged missing money was raised Board Chair Hazel Ingram refutes directive. denying they were selling Ann Nichol several times at last November's and lack of transparency in all financial MP Lisa Neville's claim that BCH We have a responsibility to the House when they had in fact already AGM, but the only explanation matters associated with BCH. was 'instructed by the Minister not users of our services and our staff to been in sale negotiations with provided by the Board for its handling Ms Ingram's call for members to appoint a new CEO' and has demonstrate good governance and put ARCARE for some months. The of the matter was that they were responses to her letter, citing 'good asked the Minister for Health to in place an experienced CEO to lead Board has been queried as to whether following another organisation's governance' and 'our commitment is 'consider options including the the organization forward. Depart- the sudden and urgent need for sale of suggestion. to continue to provide good gove- transfer of government services and ment of Health Advisers were assets had any link to the substantial • The BCH Board has not utilised or rnance' flies in the face of all the issues funding to another provider'. informed at a meeting on 23 May that losses suffered from investments made refurbished all of the Eric Tolliday raised by the Bellarine community. Ms Ingram said that this sort of an appointment for the position was with Lehman Bros. They have never Aged Care Units at Point Lonsdale. Given all of the issues raised above, public commentary is 'very distressing imminent," said Ms Ingram. adequately replied to these concerns. With such facilities in demand on the we respectfully and forcefully say that for staff and clients who are among "BCH continues to work co- Coorabin Bed Licences and Ann Bellarine, and housing for the aged we do not wish the current 'good the most vulnerable on the Bellarine' operatively with the Department of Nichol House were assets sold by the such an important issue, why have governance' to continue. and that BCH was 'confused by Ms Health to achieve the best possible Board to a private for-profit business these units been left in disrepair? Concerned members of Bellarine Neville's ongoing attacks'. outcomes for the community. Board so they clearly had commercial value BCH Board's recent (3 years) Community Health - Tim Walsh "At no stage, in any meetings with member Jim Fletcher has recently and yet they were always portrayed on performances at their AGMs Indented Head, Lindsay Noss Point the Minister or the Minister's advisers, resigned and discussions are taking the financial ledger of BCH as zero • Concerns and well considered Lonsdale, Jane Morgan Portarlington, was BCH told to not proceed with place with the Department around value loss-making enterprises. The questioning by a significant number of Peter Coghlan Drysdale. appointing a CEO. I assure the future Board appointments."

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Can we trust council not to 'This council, has one idea - turn and spin community the development and turnover feedback for their own benefit? Letters to the Editor of public land to private I write in support of Peter interests.' Russell's article Queenscliffe Herald accepting management of this area Think about it: Point Lonsdale as a statewide hub for respite In response to Liam Petrie- May 2017. without funding - temporary (5 year - our contribution to the NDIS development.’ Allbutt's letter 'Battle for the Bluff: Council could improve its financial fence costing $40k pa) just two fight over council's cabin plan for ‘What is the true status of Point even the old Coorabin building be position without slugging ratepayers examples of poor management. Queenscliff headlands.' Lonsdale's attraction to visitors? developed along with such cabins in as the easy option. Councillors have no plan of what to If it is economic growth the council There is always lots of discussion the Lighthouse precinct to develop It could reduce the red tape to do here just a budget reliant on grant and Liam want for the borough they about how any small community can Point Lonsdale from what it is already developments such as the lower Hesse money. Solution - appoint a com- need to look no further than across remain viable, and Point Lonsdale is - a centre for respite for those who site. New development adds to the rate mittee then consultants. Fellows Rd to the developments of the no exception. In recent years, we have need such a place for their health and base. Even the Federal Budget recog- Politically a 4.5% increase could be Lonsdale Golf Club and The Point. heard, again and again, the hope that the ongoing care of family members? nised this problem nationally. A 1-2% seen as an act of defiance - a Liberal These are supported by television more tourists will be attracted to the I'm not underestimating the increase pa in rate revenue from de- based Council acting against a State advertising describing the beautiful, place. We even endured the ridiculous problems of bringing this about, but is velopments eg new houses, extensions Labor directive - a step to abolition - untouched borough. There will be consultants' report that what Point this idea anymore 'unrealistic' than the and improvements, plus fees. A 4.5% certainly noticed in Melbourne. over 500 blocks in the combined Lonsdale (and the Borough) needed project that began Queenscliff increase compounded forever trans- Now, a budget bulletin with so development. These developments was the construction of a hot springs Community Health decades before lates to a 5.5%+ pa revenue increase - much 'Trumpian' spin and at what will see a 1000+ extra people in resort at the Point. Bellarine Community Health came are we being conned? cost? Can we trust council not to spin postcode 3225, a 30%+ increase in the The tourism for which Point into existence by government decree. Golightly Park - winding down community feedback for their own borough's population. Lonsdale is, and remains, famous is It would be a good idea for members the permanent sites here at a loss of benefit? Say NO to rate increase. To destroy the very amenity people tourism for visitors who don't want of this community to engage in $140,000 pa. 20+ vacant sites without Ian Zierk, Point Lonsdale are willing to invest in the 3225 tourism. And who is it who comes historical reflection in these terms. a proper (public) business case - Why? postcode and raise their families here here, year after year? They are people Yes, Point Lonsdale requires our Royal Park closed for 6 months pa - seems madness to me. This council, who seek to 'get away', people who active engagement as it is developed. lost opportunity in revenue and 1884 Argus Letter battled to like the council dumped at the last desire and need respite, people and The question is: are we being true to tourism. Many parks operate on an save ‘The Bluff’ election, has one idea - the develop- their families who want peace and ourselves in this? honour system or Bylaws/rangers call ment and turnover of public land to In response to the letter by Liam quiet. Such a project could be kept fresh in daily to collect fees. At $50 per day private interests. Petrie-Allbutt, Queenscliffe Herald So with that in mind, let me suggest and alive by a yearly week of music, per site council is making plenty for Anyone believing that five cabins May edition, titled 'Battle for the that the Point Lonsdale Lighthouse immediately following the annual improvements - no need for double will attract international visitors without Bluff' suggesting that 'The Bluff precinct might be developed for well QMF, a series of events co-sponsored dipping. costly marketing, professional and project should be long term lease managed, low cost cabins provided that by NDIS to feature music by artists Murray Rd land - develop and expensive management has watched arrangement to private enterprise' I other local facilities in the immediate and 'disability music groups' from maximise its value just as any sub- 'The Field of Dreams' movie once too was reminded of a letter that app- area are unlocked so that 'respite across the state. Barwon Heads divider/developer will. It could yield often. The borough will have to do more eared in The Argus Melbourne, 23 holidays' become available for families initiatives have added Queenscliff and up to $10m if properly managed. than 'build it and they will come'! February 1884 (sic) around the time caring for members with disability. Point Lonsdale to their Arts Trail to New signage re dogs is welcome If it is visitors and their spending my family arrived in Queenscliff. Think about it: Point Lonsdale as a augment their local development. but the constant fouling of our power Mr Petrie-Allbutt and council "Sir, Knowing from past experience statewide hub for respite - our con- Why can't we contribute to NDIS beaches and tracks with no revenue at want why not embrace the new your readiness to expose acts of injustice, I tribution to the NDIS development. to foment something peculiar to our all from breaches of bylaws. residents AND upgrade the Golightly am encouraged to acquaint you with a That would consistent with our com- peculiar identity as a destination for Expenses for consultants - how Caravan Park by adding affordable circumstance that has just occurred here. munity's long-established aspirations. respite? many reports at what cost? Coun- eco cabins there. Visitors may not jet About three months ago a barman in So I ask: why shouldn't the Bruce C Wearne cillors - no ideas? Get the community in, but their money is just as welcome one of Queenscliff's hotels applied to the Tolliday Units, W E J Sims Lodge and Point Lonsdale involved first and save. We understand Lands Department for an allotment of at the boroughs businesses. that bureaucrats don't want comm- land in the Reserve, to put up a place for Robert Minty unity opinion unless they think they the sale of wine and refreshments (read Pt Lonsdale - a new arrival of 27 years have all the answers first. Fact or friction? 'Council's reconfiguration of the survey accommodation). responses aims to facilitate an outcome council seeks, Shortland's Bluff - no guarantee of This application was referred to the Family of Eric Tolliday speak a profit but costs will be upfront. borough council (of the time) for their not what the majority in the community want.’ Councils have a poor record in com- out against neglected units opinion, and that body most emphatically The Borough of Queencliffe's not the destruction of coastal assets to mercial enterprises but if necessary I write as the son of Eric Tolliday, expressed their disapproval of the step, for Destination Queenscliff Community satisfy the singular and pre-emptive why not trial of camping sites and treasurer of Queenscliff and District the very proper reason that the public estate Bulletin, recently mailed to all vision of council. facilities such as Cockatoo Island Hospital Committee 1947-60, and ought not to be given away for any purpose ratepayers, attempts to justify coun- The proposal assumes council has (Sydney). Opposition suggests that treasurer of Bellarine Health Inc of this kind, that there is land in the cil's decision to disregard the 2014 expertise as commercial property councils spin machine (our cost) is immediate vicinity which has been bought which succeeded the QDHC. working overtime to have its way. survey that recorded overwhelming developers and 5 star accommodation Eric was the person honoured by by private individuals in the usual way, community opposition to commercial providers. Neither is its core business. Executive salaries, over staffing and that it is manifestly unfair that the naming the 18 independent living and empire building, now 38 EFT's, development on Shortland's Bluff. With little to no evidence provided to units at their opening in 1980 by the Government should give away for a Council's reconfiguration of the support the ambitious claims the tourist (1:78 resident ratio) excluding coun- nominal - or, indeed, for any rent, a piece then minister for Social Security, cillors and outdoor staff, wasteful survey responses aims to facilitate an accommodation development promises of land which has been permanently Senator Fred Chaney. communications costs with over- outcome council seeks, not what the to deliver, there is every possibility the reserved as a public park and battery Descendants of Eric Tolliday have zealous adverts (double page spreads) majority in the community want. commercialisation of public open space reserve. noted with dismay the actions of and lack of understanding of what a The bulletin asserts, despite no would be detrimental to our tourism, And, further than this, what will be the Bellarine Community Health in recent small community council could be, market survey having been done, that not enhance it. position of the Government with respect to years divesting themselves of aged care absorbs funds at the expense of Queenscliff is desperately short of 5 To celebrate our unique and those parties who have bought land in the facilities - Portarlington's Ann Nichol services and facilities. star accommodation. It ignores diverse heritage, Shortland's Bluff borough. What right has the Government House and Point Lonsdale's Coorabin Council has done some good work existing high end accommodation lends itself as a Coastal Heritage Park Hostel. BCH have now allowed the on community and public, facilities to come into opposition with them? providers, including our grand which could incorporate many of the The piece of land this man wants… is Eric Tolliday Units to fall into disuse etc that encourages tourism and heritage hotels, many of whom have good aspects of Destination Queens- and disrepair despite there being huge economic development. so valuable that all previous Governments either completed or planning cliff. The location deserves our special have refused to part with it, and it is not demands for affordable housing for the The Point is adding to costs with extensive and costly refurbishments. attention, our vision, and our creat- elderly in the community. increasing patronage and use of likely any man in his senses would buy or The bulletin also gives no indication ivity through ideas from all ages with- lease land at a fair value when he could get I hope that the Victorian Govern- facilities yet no contribution from of what is meant by '5 star eco cabin'. in our community. ment's minister for health will heed the CoGG - why not? his pick for a mere nominal rent." A recent Queenscliff tourism sem- As a community, surely we can do Michelle Jepson, Point Lonsdale request of Lisa Neville MLA, and Pt Lonsdale Lighthouse Reserve - inar ranked quality accommodation far better than a cluster of holiday speedily cancel BCHs attempt to re- at the lower end of tourism drivers. At units that reflect little to nothing of place the former CEO, John Fendyk, ADDITIONAL SPORTS the top were safety and security, good where or who we are, and which will given the recommendations of the 2.5% RATE PRECINCT food and wine, history and heritage alienate much of this iconic headland minister to not appoint a CEO at that INCREASE SHORTFALL and quality attractions. These are from the general public. meeting. LIGHTHOUSE where our tourism focus should be, Keith Stowers, Queenscliff Neil Tolliday, Werribee RESERVE INCREASED BOQ WASTE DESTINATION CHARGES ‘The assertion that the Health & Wellbeing Fund does not address funding for the QUEENSCLIFF COUNCIL COUNCILLOR care of the elderly is simply wrong.’ STAFF SALARIES NUMBERS I am addressing statements made of the elderly is simply wrong. The community donations. The Fund is by Tim Walsh, President of the fund categories allow community not intended to "repay" donations, Bellarine Aged Care Association groups to propose all kinds of rather it is intended to inspire and (BACA) published recently about activities which are of benefit to all encourage a new way to continue the Bellarine Community Health's com- groups in the community, including values of community led action Cash munity grants program called the the elderly. around contemporary health and Cow Health and Wellbeing Fund (H&W Mr Walsh also called for disclosure wellbeing issues. WTF! Fund). on the outcome of the grants allocated BCH invites members of BACA to Tell em they’re Mr Walsh asserts that funds from last year. The successful candidates met and discuss what they believe are dreaming!! the grants program should only be are required to report back on their the needs of the elderly on the invested back into needed aged care outcomes at the end of the first 12 Bellarine and work constructively to services. I challenge Mr Walsh to months from receiving their grant. address them. RATE clearly identify what BACA perceives PAYER That time period has not yet been While I respect Mr Walsh's right to COUNCIL as the needs of the elderly on the reached. A report on the activities of an opinion, does he have the right to Bellarine. the H&W Fund will be provided at the warn off local community groups If BACA believes there is a need next Annual General Meeting. from accessing community grants to not being addressed, then the H&W The H&W Fund is managed by an fund projects that can improve the Fund is an opportunity to access independent advisory committee health and wellbeing of people living funding to meet that perceived need. which evaluates and recommends and working on the Bellarine? IS COUNCIL MILKING RATEPAYERS? The assertion that the H&W Fund projects for funding. BCH established John Fendyk does not address funding for the care the Fund in recognition of previous CEO Bellarine Community Queenscliffe Herald, June 2017 – Page 5 $1.5 million for News from your local MP PLSLSC Volunteer lifesavers at the Point Supercare Pharmacy opening will be assigned to the new Lonsdale Surf Life Saving Club soon on the Bellarine ambulance. (PLSLSC) have been working Curlewis Pharmacy 4 Less, in In addition, Geelong is also towards a new clubhouse for Centennial Boulevard Curlewis, is receiving a new 24 hour ambulance, several years. one of 7 pharmacies across Victoria staffed by 14 extra full time In March 2016 land adjoining that will open 24 hours a day, every paramedics. PLSLSCs site, formerly owned by day from 30 June. These services are part of 450 the Borough of Queenscliffe, was The development and opening additional paramedics and 13 new transferred to the club for the of these new Supercare Pharmacies ambulances being introduced by the expansion and upgrade of their are a State Government election State Government across Victoria. facilities, with the strong support of commitment to provide round-the- These new services are most the community. clock access to pharmacists for welcomed as they will mean FULLY LICENCED – 5PM TILL LATE The Point Lonsdale Back Beach advice, supply of medicines and accident and medical emergencies is rated by Life Saving Victoria as dispensing prescriptions. on the Bellarine and Geelong will EAT IN & TAKEAWAY – HOME DELIVERY one of the four most dangerous People on the Bellarine can get be responded to even quicker than beaches in Victoria. With drowning the health care and advice they need in the past. statistics rising across Victoria, it is from pharmacists and nurses late at As always, please don't hesitate OPEN 6 NIGHTS A WEEK crucial that PLSLSC volunteers are night. A nurse will be on site from 6- to contact me by email or call my provided with the facilities and 10pm. The free nursing service also office if there are any matters that I CLOSED WEDNESDAY equipment they need to meet assists with wound management, may be able to assist you with current and future demand for their physical assessment, flu and directly. services. whooping cough immunisations, Hon Lisa Neville MP 38 HESSE STREET, QUEENSCLIFF Member for Bellarine Lisa health screening, sexual advice and Member for Bellarine Neville recently announced the club referrals to other services. [email protected] Ph: 5258 1838 would receive $1.5 million from the Supercare Pharmacies do not Twitter@Lisanevillemp Victorian Budget to rebuild their replace doctors, but give families 52 501 987 clubhouse. "The Point Lonsdale another option and the peace of Surf Life Saving Club does an mind of knowing 24 hour care is on Love Winter in Aireys Festival Try our award winning snags and kabanas, chicken excellent job patrolling the dang- hand and closer to home. Now in its sixth year the festival or beef rissoles, shaslicks and marinated chicken. erous Back Beach and they deserve New Ambulance Services for the offers 28 events during June and the best facilities, in the best Bellarine and Geelong August including salsa dancing, location from which to continue I was recently pleased to be literary gatherings, international this work," said Ms Neville. joined by the Minster for Health Jill dinners, trivia nights, live music, art, Hennessy in announcing a new tennis and wellbeing. ambulance for the Bellarine Love Winter in Aireys is Peninsula. The ambulance will be presented by the Aireys Inlet based initially at Bellarine and then Tourism & Traders Assoc. with Swan Bay when a new station is support from the Surf Coast Shire. completed there in 2018. Event details and bookings Seven extra full time paramedics aireysinlet.org.au

Big ideas generated at a big night Fresh quality cuts & great service every day. Consultancy firm Deloitte were and ideas from local businesses that ionnaire, available for com-pletion appointed to lead the development may generate increased economic online or in hard copy. The 82 Hesse Street, Queenscliff of the Borough of Queenscliffe activity and employment oppor- questionnaire triggers an ongoing Phone: 5258 1742 Economic Development Strategy. tunities. conversation between Deloitte and This strategy will provide a future Ideas generated from the Forum local businesses that will then focus to achieve a more diverse and fed into the development of the inform the draft Economic Devel- vibrant local economy, guide and Economic Development Strategy opment Strategy. inform council's economic develop- Discussion Paper by Deloitte. The Release of the draft strategy is ment directions and priorities and paper has been released to the anticipated for September 2017. It identify opportunities for busi- Mi Shells Seafood community for review and com- will also be the subject of a nesses, investors and the broader ment. It is accompanied by a quest- community consultation process. community. Around 70 people attended the forum held over dinner at 360Q. Guest speakers Andrew Jones and FFRREESSHH FFIISSHH Frank Kelloway of Deloitte en- UN 8.30-3pm couraged attendees to 'take a global OPEN SAT & S and local approach to economic AT QUEENSCLIFF HARBOUR development'. Andrew presented a range of changes affecting busi- nesses across the world suggesting people consider potential impacts and reflect on how to position business to accommodate these changes and continue to prosper. Frank referred to the Economic Development Strategy Project Discussion Paper, and discussed information on the local economy Tony Francis Matthew Waterson, Andrew Jones, Matt McDonald, Ross Ebbels and Frank Kelloway. Page 6 – Queenscliffe Herald, June 2017 Searoad Ferries Biggest Morning Tea Searoad Ferries participated in in the future. The Mother's Day ."also receiving lots of bookings for Cancer Council Victoria's Biggest High Tea was very popular so we're Probus and other community Morning Tea raising over $7000. planning a Man Tea for Father's outings which is great." Half of the ticket price for the Day with a paddle of beer or a flight For event and group booking High Tea Extravaganza, as well as of whisky, pork sliders and other enquiries email functions@sea- auction items generously donated blokey dishes," said Allan. "We are road.com.au or call 5257 4500. by tourism and regional business on both sides of the Bay, were the main fundraising methods. Open daily for Breakfast and Lunch Eighty-five passengers sailed the Bay while enjoying dainty sweet and Dinner Thursday, Friday and Saturday savoury treats and Trofeo Estate wines whilst being entertained by the host, local comedian Andrew Isles and musician Alister Turrill. The event was catered for by Shop 4/4 Wharf Street East, Searoad Ferries Food and Beverage Team who are kicking goals with onboard functions and events, Queenscliff Harbour including the recent Melbourne Food and Wine Festival Longest Ph: (03) 5258 4377 Lunch. Food and beverage manager Allan Benfield said: "We are really excited about the ferry as an amazing venue and to match these views with a quality food and wine offering is just fantastic". CLIFFE’S CAFÉ AND PIZZA More special events are planned PHONE: 03 5258 1166 One of K Rocks OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Teeing off for a good cause Top 10 BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER Despite threatening weather and Pizzas! Sunday - Thursday: 10am to 9pm overhanging clouds, a committed group of 78 golfers teed off at the Friday & Saturday: 10am to 10pm Swan Island Golf Club, Queenscliff at 9am in support of local children's • PHONE ORDERS AVAILABLE charity, Cottage by the Sea. • FULLY LICENCED Beverley Davies of the Cottage by the Sea Queenscliff Fundraising • EAT IN OR TAKE AWAY Branch said the course was in splendid • GREAT FOOD EVERY DAY! condition. "Although the weather • WINTER SOUP SPECIALS forecast was cause for concern, the dark clouds appeared after the last golfers FIND US ON Facebook OR finished play for the day." www.cliffes.com.au Golfers enjoyed lunch in the clubhouse that was generously sup- 1 SYMONDS STREET, QUEENSCLIFF, VIC 3225 ported by local businesses including Oakdene Vineyards, Ming Terrace and Driftwood Cafe. Cottage by the Sea host many fundraisers throughout the calendar Queenscliff Harbour The debut fundraising event at Queenscliff Golf Club raised over $5,000 for year. If you wish to get involved, the Cottage by the Sea. local charity encourages you to get in Fish & Chips touch with them. SHOP 8 QUEENSCLIFF HARBOUR Ph: 5258 1277 Mob: 0410 489 809 Soup and Email: [email protected] Sandwich OPEN 7 DAYS Lunch Choose from our excellent selection Friday 23 June 12 for of Fresh Seafood and Snacks 12.30pm LOCAL FRESH FISH GOURMET Queenscliffe RSL SEAFOOD SELECTION HAMBURGERS in Hesse St SEAFOOD PACKS SOUVLAKIS The Queenscliffe/ CHIPS SNACKS Pt Lonsdale Red Cross branch invites you to SELECTION OF BEER WINE & COLD DRINKS enjoy a variety of lovely AVAILABLE winter warmer soups and Our reputation is only surpassed by our quality yummy sandwiches. Tea and coffee provided. Drinks at bar prices. Guest speaker Maggie Stower will share her research about Australian nurses in World War 1. This promises to be a great afternoon, so get a group of friends together and enjoy!! Tickets: $20 each. Book with Laura FISH AND CHIPS 0416 150 642 or Lyn 0414 897 720. TAKE AWAY FOOD FRESH LOCAL SEAFOOD DAILY OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK PHONE ORDERS WELCOME BAIT & TACKLE AVAILABLE QUEENSCLIFF: 4 Gellibrand Street – 5258 2334 CLIFTON SPRINGS: Jetty Road – 5253 1821 Queenscliffe Herald, June 2017 – Page 7 The 60th Anniversary celebration at 360Q They say that diamonds are a girls' best friend and they are when equated to 60 singing fulfilling years of marriage like Fred and Pat Cox of Queenscliff have shared. The Cox's celebrated this milestone with friends and plumber their five children, Adrienne, Michelle, Brendan, Andrew and Stuart, 12 grand- children, 1 great-grand child and 1 more on returns! the way. David Golightly pays tribute to Fred and Pat celebrated the event at 360Q restaurant. "Our guests loved the venue, the Three Kings service and the delicious food provided by the owner Barry Iddles, and as a consequence we 'Elvis, Neil & Frank' will always remember the celebration with great fondness," said Pat. Our singing plumber, 360Q, Saturday 24 June David Golightly, kept them entertained. "He Dinner & Show only $50pp was the icing on the cake." In the 1950s many couples like the Cox's Drinks at bar prices met at dances. Fred and Pat met in the Over the years Fred taught in Kilcunda and The tradition of celebrating a 60th Doors open @ 6pm Hawthorn town hall and later at Box Hill town Croydon South. For 13 years they ran three anniversary came into popularity after Queen hall where love blossomed as they tripped the B&Bs, Lemonwood, Corn Flowers and The Victoria celebrated her Diamond Jubilee. The light fantastic. They married at St Bernadette's Barn in Victoria's historic town of Maldon. traditional gift for a 60th anniversary is a Queenscliff Library church in Burwood 18 May 1957 and Pat and Fred agree they've always had diamond which comes from the Greek word eKnow How honeymooned in Cronulla in NSW. plenty to keep themselves occupied and even 'adamas' meaning unconquerable and Tuesday 20 June 3-4pm Fred accepted a teaching position with a more so since their retirement to Queenscliff enduring. Some believe that the fire in the Learn how to find things online in the library residence in Whycheproof that was a great 10 years ago. "No plans to move," said Fred. diamond symbolizes the constant flame of collections. bonus for a young couple with a newborn baby. "We love it here." love. May it long burn bright for Fred and Pat. Peace Cranes for Peace Monday 26 June 3-4.30pm The Japanese origami paper crane is recognised as a symbol of peace. Cranes from this workshop will be displayed in time for the International Day of Peace 21 September. All about reading on your tablet Tuesday 8 August 3-4pm Learn how to access different reading resources. Book your free event now at the library or call 4201 0500.

Members of the Saturday Life Drawing Group, Anita Armytage, Ian Baker, Sue Baulch, Jennet Boyd, Mary Fraser, John Flower, Shirley Hurley, Gail Martin, Dawn Muir, Sue White, Kate Parton & John Murray, invite you to the June Exhibition at the Neighbourhood House in Tobin Dve Queenscliff. Since 2011 artists from the local area have come to the House on Saturday afternoons to draw from the life model. All the drawings in this exhibition began from a Saturday session. Some are from short 'gesture' poses, others may be from a 5, 10, 20 or 40 minute pose. Some of the artists have had several years' exper-ience drawing from the model and some are quite new to the discipline. For all stages, Life Drawing is an excellent discipline for improving observation and drawing skills because each new pose is a challenge. Newcomers are welcome to join the group. Sales need to be negotiated directly with the artist. If you are interested in purchasing a drawing, please leave your name and contact details with the QNH Coordinator or email Shirley [email protected] Queenscliff Primary hosts the biggest morning tea It was standing room only at Queenscliff primary school where students served their guests home made sweets and savouries to raise funds to assist the Australian Cancer Council with vital cancer research. The school choir sang songs from the children's Disney film 'Moana' including 'How Far I'll Go'. Its lyrics seemed well suited to a school located in a small seaside town where many of us know the children. I know everybody on this island seems so happy, on this island everything is by design I know everybody on this island has a role, on this island so maybe I can roll with mine… It was announced that Acting Principal Richard Buckingham had been appointed Substantive Principal. The school now has over 40 students and welcomes enquiries for enrolments. Contact Richard on 5258 1696.

Sisters Virginia 7 and Indie 6 taking a well earned break at the schools' Biggest Morning Tea that raised $1200. Page 8 – Queenscliffe Herald, June 2017 Storytelling Literary Festival Highlights By Rosemary Brown A Sense of Place Bruce Pascoe and Kim Mahood in conversation with Children and adults short stories fascinated the young ones. Harriet Gaffney of Writers Victoria. about 'a sense of place' in the borough Pauline Porter's story about camping Pascoe presented a history of Australian indigenous were read out at the library to much at Queenscliff Caravan Park when her culture long ignored by our teaching authorities. His applause. Point Lonsdale primary two girls aged 2 and 3 disappeared in the new book 'Dark Emu' is the result of years of research school students and adults wrote middle of the night. "Had they left on an into primary sources, particularly early explorers descriptive pieces about their favourite adventure or been taken?" Thankfully Mitchell and Sturt, who made first encounters with the places that evoked images of living in a there was a happy ending thanks to Big Australian population and recorded what they saw. seaside village, its history and the Jeff who found them playing in the park Pascoe asks, "Why have we ignored their writing? pleasure they derive from living here. at the Bull Ring. Pauline's story was full They found evidence of a significant culture. It was Student Archie Tingay wrote about of good times in Queenscliff and how achievement that was never acknowledged. It had to be his friends exploring the mystical much the town has figured in her denigrated so that the people could be denied their right Buckley's Cave with friends; Ella family's life. to their land." Australia was designated Terra Nullius Nelson-Riggs memories of her nana Robyn Dugdale painted a 'sea picture' and thus could be occupied. feeding the ducks on the lake at Gaines of yachts large and small coming around Kim Mahood, artist and author of 'Position Facilitator Harriet Gaffney with Bruce Pascoe and Kim Mahhod Reserve; Angus McLean's love for the Bluff on a dawn walk. "I live in Doubtful', was raised in multi-racial settings in northern surfing at the Front Beach; Callum paradise," she said. Queensland and sent to an all white boarding school on Belsen. The audience of about 30 engaged in a Taylor's adventures in Squid Park with John Ellis recalled coming to the coast. "I perceived that I was different and that my discussion about preparing for death and the wisdom of his family and Olivia Jobe summed up Queenscliff for picnics in Princess Park knowledge was special," she said. arranging medical power of attorney. the sense of place perfectly for many of on the ferries, Weerona, Hygiea and Kim kept returning to Aboriginal communities For the Love of a Bad Man us: "I'm the Queen of the Ocean here… Adina. "As adults we camped at because she had access to the culture. The title 'Position Prof Maria Takolander interviewed debut author this place is my home…" Golightly Park and over a few reds we Doubtful' refers to mapping terminology for remote Laura Elizabeth Woollett accompanied by high tea Several adult writers like Mary had visions of bringing back the ferry to areas but is particularly apt for describing an author who prepared by Cakemaster. Indulgence in cake is a fine Grundy recalled the early days of retrieve the charm of yesteryear." asks herself, "What is my culture?" antidote to murder. Queenscliff when she surfed on the Justin D'Ath's number one whippet, She is currently working on an exhibition Songlines: 'The Bard of Benghal' and Philosophy wooden lid of a fishing box, a real treat Holly, channelled her story about the Tracking the Seven Sisters for the National Museum Dr Barry Hill went to India and immersed himself in back then, and her grandparents the Dog Beach through Justin stating: "It's a Australia in Canberra, September 2017 to January 2018. the work of Indian poet, Tagore, and pacifist Ghandi. In Jenner's and Geat's walking to Swan great place no matter what end of the Miles Franklin Literary Award Winners a world beset today by war and inhuman behaviour, can Island to play golf, and the pleasure of leash you're on." Justin's very enter- A.S. Patric, author of children's books now writing the west learn something from eastern strategies for playing songs on the pianola that taining story can be read on page 11. for adults and Sophie Laguna in conversation with Kate managing an opposing dark force? "There is a place for Larsen, Director of Writers Victoria. Hopeful writers in philosophy," said Professorial Fellow and author the audience received small pearls of wisdom from these Raimond Gaita in conversation with Hill. "Through experienced teachers of writing. Whilst acknowledging discussion we can develop a civilized response to war that writing is a difficult process and will take you to dark and crime. We must show care and love." places Patric says, "Writing allows us to exorcise our Voyaging to Australia demons. It is cathartic and can act as a therapy." Coming The National Library collection of shipboard diaries from the country of former Yugoslavia he lives the of the 19th century was made available to Dr Roslyn migrant experience of displacement, rejection and hope. Russell for a commissioned project. Her book 'High Seas Sophie Laguna also writes about marginalised & High Teas' selects engaging stories of the long journey individuals. "Fiction can give a voice to those who suffer from England to Australia. Surrounded by maritime behind a mask. I am very attached to my characters and I artefacts Dr Russell said she was delighted with the feel their pain. I live a double life, one with my characters venue at the Queenscliffe Maritime Museum. "I have and one of my own." never spoken in a more perfect setting." Life and Death Who came to Australia? Apart from convicts there Dr Leah Kaminsky in conversation with Harriet were the paid emigrants in steerage and the paying Gaffney from Writers Victoria spoke of attitudes to passengers who enjoyed the 'high teas'. Most diaries death and our reluctance to face its inevitable presence. came from the upper decks and were written by men. "The dead are always present in our lives and family Festivalgoers galore trauma is passed on," said Kaminsky. What does a hard working school principal like Her direct experience of the haunting presence of the Gabrielle McIntosh from the Central Coast of New dead arises from being mothered by a survivor of Bergen South Wales do to refresh during the mid-term break? Kids - Olivia, Archie and Callum, future authors? She searches on line for a literary festival and found Storytelling in historic Queenscliff and was very taken with the program's offerings. Booking on line was user-friendly, public transport from NSW to Queenscliff was possible and the venues were in walking distance from her accommodation. Well, not all, but Gabrielle soon found a friend in a local, Rosemary Brown, who happily transported her to Tussock Gallery where she met Marylou Gilbert, a festival organizer, and told her how well organized and inspirational the festival was. "I am writing again," said Gabrielle, a published author. "These five days feel as if I have been away a fortnight." When it was time to go home, Gabrielle wanted to go on the new Port Phillip Ferry. The day was perfect and L. Woollett, Marylou Gilbert and Maria Takolander. her new friend agreed to farewell her from Portarlington.

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Queenscliff Gallery &Workshop Publishing Seaview Gallery QG&W is pleased to announce they have “Publishing not only signifies the commit- Andrew Gunnell, Sue Grossman, Melinda queenscliff officially established their publishing arm. ment between artist and publisher, from our Harper, Kate Hudson, Deborah Klein, Anita Adam Nudelman's Ark Suite is the first point of view, it's a process of supporting the Laurence, Ellie Malin, Katherine Marmaras, edition of work which will be published, artist and a way to keep us all doing what we Sharron Okines, John Ryrie, Philip Stallard, printed and exclusively available at QG&W. love - the artist making and us representing." Lucinda Tanner, Keren Zorn JUNE FEATURES Publishing was always on the agenda for Adam Nudelman's Ark Suite will be Andrew Gunnell, Sue Grossman, Melinda directors Soula and Theo Mantalvanos but available exclusively through QG&W and Harper, Kate Hudson, Deborah Klein, Anita VIDA PEARSON the opportune time presented itself during exhibited from mid June to end of July in Laurence, Ellie Malin, Katherine Marmaras, Nudelman's Streeton Prints residency when celebration of QG&W Publishing. Sharron Okines, John Ryrie, Philip Stallard, EXHIBITION Adam and master printer and local artist, Lucinda Tanner, Keren Zorn Joel Wolter worked together to transform EXHIBITIONS & LINO PRINT Adam's working drawings to copper Until June 12 WORKSHOPS etchings. Literary Festival Exhibition Byzantine Iconography | Draw Eat Draw | DEMONSTRATION During the residency, Adam, Joel, and the Jun 15 - Jul 30 Drypoint on Plastic | Photogravure - Sunday 11 JUNE 2-4pm gallery directors spent a great deal of time Relief Print Group Exhibition Beginners | Photogravure - Professionals | discussing the options of further expanding Exhibiting artists: Jazmina Cininas, Linocut | their existing artist/gallery connection. Lauren Carter, Angela Cavalieri, Sue Ernst, Custom workshops for small groups and print Gallery director, Soula Mantalvanos says, David Frazer, Amanda Firenze, Rona Green, access studio. Seaview Gallery Exhibitions Seaview will be showcasing a long time artist with Seaview and well known print maker, Vida Pearson, a professional artist/printmaker for over 25 years. Vida has won numerous awards including Wild Life Artist of the Year. In the last 15 years Vida has concentrated almost exclusively on linocuts. She has a distinctive style featuring high contrast, strong design with bright hand colouring. Well known for her beautiful birds and Australian fauna, Vida is a member of the Wildlife Art Society of Australasia, and relishes the opportunity to observe birds and animals in their natural habitat whether around Australia or overseas. Vida has recently visited Africa, Madagascar, Antarctica, Iceland and Asia where she photographed and collected material as inspiration for new works. Lots of new work from various Seaview artists on display. Seaview Gallery Rug up and venture out - it's worth a visit to Seaview this 86 Hesse St Queenscliff 3225 month. Phone 03 5258 3645 Lino Print Demonstration - Vida Pearson email: [email protected] 2-4 pm Sunday 11 June. www.seaviewgallery.com.au At the Queenscliff Gallery & Workshop Literary Festival Exhibition Contemporary, Traditional Fine Art, Glass and Jewellery Art and Books - a great combination at the Open 10:30am - 5:00pm DAILY Closed Wednesdays Queenscliff Gallery & Workshop After a second successful Queens- provide a greater reason for people to "Mary Lou Gilbert, Alice Barker, cliff Gallery & Workshop Literary attend. They act as a great support for the QLF committee and team have Exhibition, directors Soula and Theo other local businesses like hospitality our immense thanks and congrat- have decided that their Queenscliff and accommodation. If the ulations. We look forward to Literary Festival Exhibition (and lit- experience is pleasurable, people are collaborating in an even greater way erary themed print exchange) will sure to return. The compliments and next year… we're already consid- Izzy Losi and the Auracles - EP Launch! become an annual event. sales have been great, however most ering ideas for the next print The only constant is Change - Saturday 10 June 4-6pm "Given we are in our second year encouraging was hearing people's exchange!" Ticket $20 (kids 4-15yrs $5) includes Refreshments. Wine Bar available. of operation, we had higher expec- positive experience and that they plan QG&W Literary Exhibition World Wide Knit in Public Weekend tations for the literary themed ex- to visit again." continues through the Queen's 10am - 5pm Sat 10 & Sun 11 June hibition this year. We were even more Theo said he was so inspired by Birthday long weekend. pleasantly surprised," said Soula. the conversation during opening night The work is online at www.qgw Abundant hand knitted winter woolies for sale "Cultural events are like a of the Queenscliffe Literary Festival .com.au Of the edition of 35 prints Luscious Devonshire Teas and Hearty Soup magnet, people want something between Kate Torney and Jennifer in the Great Authors Print Ex- “Songbird - A tribute to Eva Cassidy” NEW DATE** interesting to do as the months begin Byrne on the 'coming of age book'. change, there are only two impres- Paying tribute to her greatest inspiration, singer Hayley Clare to get cooler. More often than not, What a topic! We all read a book that sions (1 framed/1 unframed) and 1 brings her internationally and critically acclaimed show to Queenscliff visitors attracted to books will most has resonated with us. Many people full box set available for sale. The Accompanied by David Van Elst likely be interested in visiting a carried on that conversation when remaining 32 impressions in the Cafe-Style concert - Wednesday 14 June @ 7.30pm gallery (and vice versa). they came face-to-face with the 32 edition will be exchanged between Bookings Essential - Ticket $30 includes Supper, These kinds of collaborative artworks in our Great Authors print the participating artists after the Platters served at your table. Wine Bar available. events offer more substance and exchange which was brilliant." exhibition ends. Winter Solstice From 6pm Wednesday 21 June Join us around the Contemplative Fire for reflections on light and warmth in the depths of winter Mulled Wine, Soup, Marshmallows and Sparklers! ‘Bilarni’ - the greatest yarn-spinner of them all Written & performed by Jan ‘Yarn’ Wositzky 5pm Saturday 8 July Ticket $25 (includes refreshments) Wine Bar available St Kilda Film Festival Victorian Showcase in Queenscliff Sunday 9 July @ 3.30pm Showcasing some of the most innovative and inspiring short films from the nation’s leading filmmaking talent. Ticket $20 includes refreshments at interval. Regular Groups open to All! Knitting from 1pm on second Tuesdays and fourth Thursdays Movie Club 2pm third Tuesdays Book Group 12md fourth Fridays Community Dinner 6pm weekly on Wednesdays Info and bookings online at www unitingqueenscliff.org.au or contact Jan 5258 2854 email [email protected] Uniting Church, cnr Hesse & Stokes Street Queenscliff Page 10 – Queenscliffe Herald, June 2017 Combined Probus Club of Queenscliffe The Club recently commenced its 20th year servicing the borough and region. The Club provides retired Flying helicopters in the Vietnam War and semi-retired active adults a Nearly 50 years ago local boy Tony undertaken were the routine re- forum to enjoy varied activities, Wheal, a young RAAF officer, was in supply and replenishment of ground monthly meetings, lunches, dinners the thick of the Vietnam war flying troops, troop lifts of infantry and outings. the ubiquitous Iroquois helicopter in companies, casualty and medical In order to allow growth in the operations in 1968-69. evacuations. He compared the future, the Club changed its meeting With a career in the RAAF abilities of the RAAF crews with venue to the Point Lonsdale Bowling spanning 29 years, Tony had a wealth some of the US army helicopter units Club and voted to increase of experiences to draw on and was in the role of 'dust-off', the casualty membership to 120. This has enabled very forthcoming in his opinion of the evacuation from the battlefield. the long waiting list to be cleared and 'Huey chopper', saying that it was a There were many adverse side allowed early inclusion in the Club for magnificent aircraft; an incredible effects of the Vietnamese war on new members. machine that was extremely reliable servicemen who had served there The Club also allows prospective and dependable. He praised the including the effects of Agent Orange, members to join in all activities whilst RAAF ground crew maintainers for the chemical spray used by the Free awaiting full induction. their hard work and professionalism, World Forces to defoliate large areas We welcome your enquiries about and the competence and abilities of of jungle with the aim of hampering membership. Call Maree for more Combined Probus Club of Queenscliffe luncheon at 360Q the air crew who kept the machines enemy movement. The defoliant was information 5258 4428. flying. sprayed from specially equipped Tony described the organisation of aircraft to expose the enemy troops his squadron; the serviceability of the previously able to shelter and aircraft; and some of the many manoeuvre under the jungle's thick Queenscliff's best news stories SacredEdge different operational tasks that his canopy. Because of its toxicity, Agent The little festival with a squadron undertook. With some Orange has caused serious side effects through the decades big heart emphasis, he described the more that are now evident in children Queenscliff Uniting Church intimate operational techniques flying fathered by servicemen exposed to the Former editor of the Queenscliffe ministers Kerrie Lingham and in support of our Special Forces toxic material. Herald, Greg Wane, is compiling a Charles Gallacher have taken (SAS), graphically describing the Tony informed us of the effects on booklet that will highlight many of the inclusiveness to a new level with techniques used for insertion and returned Vietnam War veterans of best news stories that have occurred in their recent Sacred Edge extraction of these army specialists, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Queenscliff since 1863. The booklet Festival. The LGBTI comm- often under intense enemy fire. (PTSD), and some of its symptoms: will feature stories through the decades unity was well represented He related the special tasks of bad memories, depression, tension, up until 2010. along with refugees and Indig- engaging in psychological operations alcohol and drug dependency, anger, Greg is seeking photographs of the enous people. Their stories were against the Viet Cong and North relationship difficulties (divorce) to 1963 Borough Centenary Ball and in often heart rendering but they Vietnamese enemy forces. 'Psyops' name a few. According to the 1998 particular if any reader has photographs remain optimistic as people was the tactical operation to convey to Veterans' Health Study (verified by of Geraldine Porter who won the title of become more accepting of the enemy the truth about events, with government sources) established that Miss Borough of Queenscliffe at the ball diversity. the aim of undermining the enemy's Vietnam veterans and their children in May 1963. The festival has grown each command and leadership, and born since Vietnam service were more Miss Victoria 1962, Maryla Busko, year, with this year's festival a degrading his ability to conduct or likely to suffer from a wide range of was the special guest at the Borough of sellout and hopes for a modest sustain operations; and to confuse the disabilities. Queenscliffe Centenary Ball held at the expansion next year. enemy encouraging individuals to Bryan Hughes Queenscliff town hall in May 1963. Stories, song, music, poetry, surrender. Probus Club of Point Lonsdale- Miss Busko was joined by Mayoress More mundane types of missions Queenscliff performance and forums gave Mrs J Golightly, and Mr Laurie Slack us insight into the lives of owner of the dance venue Palais people living on the edge of Geelong, to judge the Belle of the Ball. society. Greg is also interested in seeing any "Listening to the stories, good photographs of the Centenary Fort Queenscliff Museum Miss Maryla Busko, experiencing the art and music, Celebrations and other events and Historical and Educational Guided Tours Miss Victoria 1962, was and connecting with the many people who were prominent in the special guest at the performers is such a joy," said Enjoy the rare opportunity Queenscliff in the 1960s and 1970s. to tour a 19th Century Borough of Queenscliffe Kerrie. "This is a festival that Coastal Artillery Fort Centenary Ball in May Contact Greg at speaks to the heart and we are and let the children dress 1963. [email protected] privileged to host it," said up in military uniforms. A great photo opportunity. or 5255 2562. Charles. OPEN: School Holidays and Weekends 1pm & 3pm. Guided tours last 1hr and 15mins. Family Ticket $30, Adult $12, Child $6, Concession & Senior $9. Worldwide Knit in Public Weekend Uniting Church Queenscliff second Tuesday and fourth Thursday of 10am-5pm June 10 & 11 the month from 1-4pm to create The local Knitting Group have been wonderful garments for the Winter very busy producing an abundance of Exhibition and Sales and the Annual Tea warm winter woollies, beanies, rugs, Cosies Weekend in January. Another slippers, scarves, mittens and hot water Knitting Circle beginning meets on the NEXT MARKET bottle covers, for sale over the weekend. last Saturday of the month 1-4pm. Please Delicious hearty soup, breads and bring along your own knitting and enjoy SUNDAY 11th JUNE Devonshire teas will keep you warm too. sharing ideas and a cuppa. You are welcome to join the knitting Saturday Afternoon Concert 4pm circle over the weekend to make slippers Local singer/song writer Izzy Losi for children at the Cottage by the Sea. and the Auracles are launching their Wool and needles supplied. new EP 'The Only Constant is The Knitting Group meets on the Change'. Queenscliffe Historical Museum What’s On Monthly Talk Thursday June 22nd join Bill Brown "Charles Cheney Simpson 1835 - 1892", a man of many talents and one of Bill's favourite characters. 10am Morning Tea, 10.30am Speaker. The Uniting Church Hall, Stokes & Hesse Streets. All Welcome Entry $5 members, $7 non-members. Exhibitions: Winter Wardrobe, "Then & Now"- our Changing Streetscapes, Champions - Lonny Surf Club Permanent Displays: People & Place, Buildings, Holidays, Personal Items, Beach Scenes, Historic Films from 1930's on the Borough & the Bay Visit us at 49 Hesse St, Mon to Fri 11am to 4pm, Closed Thursdays, Weekends 1am to 4pm. See: www.queenscliffe-history.org Contact: [email protected] Trish Imrie, Kerrie Lingham, Joy Jones, Di White, June Wells knit for their pleasure and yours. Queenscliffe Herald, June 2017 – Page 11 My favourite place The Bookshop at Queenscliff by Justin D'Ath's number one whippet, Holly presents Reflections on Orwell Justin D'Ath says he's always been a story teller. As a child growing up in New Zealand he and his brothers made up stories to tell each other in bed at night. Justin continued this tradition of reading stories at bedtime to his children, Fiona and Tim, and making up tales featuring them as the heroes. with Dennis Glover Justin is a prolific writer and the author of about 50 books for children and young adults, including the popular Extreme Adventures, Dr Dennis Glover will reflect on translated into six languages and adapted for TV. Several of his books have been shortlisted for many prestigious awards. The Queenscliffe Orwell, the subject of his debut Herald is pleased to publish his (and Holly's) very entertaining story. novel 'The Last Man in Europe', in "My favourite part of Queens- polite and wag your tail a bit, she'll whippets don't like going in over our conversation with The Bookshop's cliff? Paws down, it would have to be give you two, or even three. (My paws. Some dogs do - retrievers, for Mathew Jose. Narrows Beach. Another name for it personal record is five.) The other day example - but I don't see the attraction Due to be published just days is the dog beach, and therein lies the there were four of us sitting around her in it. before the Queenscliff event, Glover's attraction. in a circle and my boss said she looked Occasionally, if it's REALLY hot novel presents an illuminating portrait See, there's no other place in the like St Francis of Assissi. (like about once last summer), even the of Orwell's life, including the creation borough where we dogs are allowed to 'I certainly don't want to be boss takes his fur off - well most of it - of his final work 'Nineteen Eighty- go person-free. That's why they call it compared to Catholic saint!' she said a and goes in splashing. That leaves me Four'. Glover's understanding of the dog beach, because dogs reign bit crossly (but if people had a heaven - sitting on the shore without a person to politics, and language, is deployed to there. Figuratively speaking, of course - like dogs do - I reckon Spike's mum look after. I don't like that at all. masterful effect in this stunning novel our people still think they're in control. would be the very first one St Petey let Here's another bad thing that that presents the unseen Orwell in his The boss and I go there every day. I in). happens in summer. Some dogless final days. call him the boss, although who gets to Our people waste a lot of time like people let their children play up in the Orwell is one of the greatest pick up after who? And nowadays if he that, talking and joking with each sand dunes. We've got a serious erosion novelists, critics and essayists of the throws a ball, I wait for him to go fetch other. It's alright if one of them is problem happening at our beach, and twentieth century. His fiction includes 'Animal Farm' and 'Nineteen Eighty- it. Spike's mum, but mostly it's someone kids (sometimes even silly adults) Mathew is keen to make your Four', both shaped by Orwell's Anyway, it's a great place, no matter else, and we have to just sit round creating little avalanches doesn't help. acquaintance while introducing you to experience of the Spanish Civil War. which end of the leash you're attached waiting for them to finish without Not to mention, someone could get 'The Last Man in Europe'. to. And it's very social. We meet all the getting any treats or rewards. If I could buried. One day the boss went and His non-fiction includes 'Down and regulars - Bella, the two Charlies, Tara, talk I'd say, 'Hey, we came here for a spoke to some parents and they called Out in Paris and London', 'The Road novel The Last Man in Europe will be Bruno, Atticus, Spike, Alfie and Lenny walk, not a chin-wag. And whose their kids down from the dunes. But we to Wigan Pier', 'Homage to published by Black Inc on 3 July 2017. Hayes (it's no secret who his mum beach is this, anyway? Nobody calls it hadn't gone 100 metres before they Catalonia', and countless essays on Mathew Jose is the co-owner of barracks for) and lots whose names I the people's beach.' were back up there again. politics, writing and culture. The Bookshop at Queenscliff. He was have never learned, even though I But lots of people go there, Anyway, now summer is gone and The rise of populism, including the previously chief of staff to Senate know all of them by sight and, more especially in summer. It gets a bit hectic it's just us regulars. Not all of us are election of Donald Trump as Opposition Leader Penny Wong and importantly, by smell. then. The visitor dogs often don't know back this year though - I haven't seen President of the United States, has has served as a senior advisor to Prime The boss knows all their mums and the rules, they release their people Mick for a while. The boss said his drawn renewed interest in Orwell's Ministers Kevin Rudd and Julia dads, but not by name either - they're down near the car park and then leave mum got knocked over by a very bad body of work. This event will explore Gillard and an adviser to Opposition Louis's mum, Gracie's mum, Henry's nasty messes on the path for everybody mannered visitor dog and ended up in the life and work of Orwell and the Leader Kim Beazley. dad and so forth - and certainly not by else to step over (and hopefully not in). hospital. All the regulars sent her contemporary relevance of his their smells (humans are funny like It gives the rest of us a bad name. flowers and cards and we hope she and writing. Event Details that). Sometimes the boss picks up after Mick are back on the dog beach again Dennis Glover is a Melbourne- 3pm Saturday 8 July at the My favourite dog-beach-person someone else's dog, and I get a bit soon. We miss them. based author, columnist and speech- Queenscliff Uniting Church Cnr (after the boss, of course) is Spike's jealous. It's like that at the dog beach. We're writer. He holds a PhD in the history Hesse and Stokes Sts. mum. She always carries a bag of little The beach can be crazy in summer. like a big, extended dog-and-people of political thought from the $12pp (includes a glass of wine or dog treats, and they're not just for Lots of visitors don't even bring dogs, family. It's my favourite place in the University of Cambridge. He is the sparkling water on arrival) Spike. First she asks your person if it's so what are they doing there? They peel whole world - apart from my bed, of author of Orwell's Australia (Scribe, Book now at The Bookshop okay to feed you, then she tells you to off their fur and go splashing out into course; I'm a whippet and need to get 2003), The Art of Great Speeches 5258 4496 or online at sit and gives you a treat. If you sit there the water, practically naked. What's my 22 hours sleep every day. Good (CUP, 2010) and An Economy is Not https://thebookshop.yapsody.com long enough, and look really cute and that all about? I'm a whippet, and most night." a Society (Black Inc, 2015). 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Page 12 – Queenscliffe Herald, June 2017 Northern Exposure "We are all visitors to this time - this place. We are just passing through, our purpose here is to observe, to learn, to grow, to love… and then we return home." *Aboriginal proverb. The Anindilyakwa people say they were pain, headaches, stress, bites and more. They brought to Groote Eylandt on a series of song engage in all stages of production and teach lines which created the land, rivers, animals, others the art of bush harvesting, knowledge people and named everything in the region. that has been passed down from their mothers Today the predominantly Indigenous and grandmothers. They run workshops for communities of Umbakumba, Milyakburra women and students of the Archipelago and and Angurugu are home to a combined participate in a language program to record the population of approximately 1500 people. information and keep the culture strong for Some family groups live outside the future generations. communities on outstations to remain close to Not too far from town is a rock art site 'older their traditional clan lands. than anyone knows'. The huge cave is covered Groote Eylandt in the Gulf of Carpentaria with vivid ochre paintings of crocodiles, turtles, in remote Arnhem Land, 650 ks east of dolphins, dugong, fish, hunters and canoes. Darwin, is one of Australia's last untouched The island is rich in manganese mined by wilderness areas. I recently spent a week there GEMCO (Groote Eylandt Mining Company) visiting my youngest son Damon who teaches since 1964. The valuable, coal-like metal is a vital Indigenous students 'Living on Country'. While ingredient in steel making. Royalties are paid to Damon was at university he worked as a tour the local Anindilyakwa Land Council who guide to support himself. Guiding must be in his distribute it to the traditional owners twice a year blood as he took us on a whirlwind tour of the and for community projects and developments Damon with his teaching assistants Amy and Shirley cooking damper with students. island in a troopie past remote communities, like the 5 star Groote Eylandt Lodge offering schools, the golf club, community pool, cultural experiences and fishing tours. We had a key to the community pool girls make baskets from pandanus, necklaces shopping area, medical and social services Tourists, fishermen and FIFO staff on overlooking the Arafura Sea where a lifeguard from shells and seeds and bush medicine to stop buildings, a huge pub closed due to financial rotation from Darwin enjoy its first class looked after just the two of us. We were joined scabies and ease the heart and kidneys." woes, the resort and local footy oval where we amenities. Lodge staff like Joachim from by Jemma, originally from Essendon Vic, who The Groote Archipelago is listed as a site of watched skinny, mostly barefoot boys play AFL Belgium pay $50 a week for room and board is expecting her third child. Like the Indigenous international conservation significance. It has a under lights. and can save up to $1000 a week as there isn't women here she will have the baby in Darwin. very diverse environment, pristine beaches, Damon lives in Alyangula located at the much opportunity for spending. Most staff hear Jemma is a relief teacher and swimming swimming holes, open woodland, rainforest, port, a seemingly quiet little town with an about the island from other young travellers. instructor - seems there's a role for everyone on extensive sand dunes and supports significant enviable community atmosphere. The township Fishing is a big draw card and Damon and Groote. She loves the island life and the numbers of threatened marine turtles, seabirds houses a largely non-Indigenous population several of his friends take his dad fishing from freedom her children have there. and animals like the northern quoll and brush that services the mine and other operations. 6am to 2pm. I'm not keen but promise to cook Damon took us on an afternoon session of tailed rabbit. Groote Eylandt is home to much sought their catch after spending a leisurely day by the fishing with a group of 8 and 9 year olds from Groote Eylandt is unique. My son, his after East Arnhem Land traditional art. Their resort pool where I sip ice-cold drinks, enjoy salt the Umbakumba school. Their task was to hand German partner Miriam and everyone I met on culture includes many stories, songs, dances and pepper squid for lunch, read and doze. fish, gather kindling, cook the fish and damper. Groote call it a paradise. And it is. and paintings that represent cultural know- They catch fish of all kinds and half fish due to I joined assistant teacher Amy and a parent, * This proverb was in a booklet published by the ledge, power and identity. It is defined as 'that the sharks following the boat latching on to an Shirley, to start the fire and make damper. Machado Joseph Disease Foundation (MJD), about integrated whole that includes beliefs, know- easy meal. Coral trout was the catch of the day Damon referred to them as the 'ladies' and they a disease that is prevalent in Arnhem Land and ledge, arts and other forms of expression, and it's delicate, flaky flesh was delicious. were shocked I had so little knowledge of how beyond affecting Indigenous Australians. MJD handed down through the generations' At the 'golfie' we had a tasty meal and met to make damper but between us we managed. causes nerve cells to die prematurely in the cerebellum We visited the Anindilyakwa Arts and Crafts several locals like Lionel, an Aboriginal elder, The kids soon abandoned the hand reels and causing muscular weakness and progresses over time Centre and spent happily in support of the who proved to be very knowledgeable about took up off the beach for a dip in the rock pool to significant permanent physical disability. It is an talented artists. Woven baskets, paintings cutting out the middle man when it came to with Damon and his dad happily in pursuit. inherited, autosomal dominant disorder, meaning depicting Aboriginal stories in a cross hatch buying goods and furniture in China and The ladies said it wasn't just important for that each child of a person who carries the defective style, decorated didgeridoos, cushion covers shipping it to Groote. We met Percy, a teacher the kids to maintain their culture and language gene has a 50% chance of developing the disease. The and t-shirts decorated with unusual patterning from New Zealand who delights in working at but important for the adults too. The old ways proverb couldn't be more apt for a journalist who relies in muted colours and jewellery were on offer. the local radio station. We agreed we'd are still a big part of their lives and part of the on observation for a story or for the scores of non- The women make Bush Medijina (bush interview one another but that didn't eventuate. reason they participate in school life. "The boys Indigenous people living and working on Groote. medicines), soaps and lotions to treat muscle But hey, that's island life up north. make spears to spear fish and stingrays and the Carmel Murphy

Art defines community buildings in the Umbakumba community. Unspoilt beaches and lush forests abound in this island paradise. Australia Post honours Indigenous leaders Three distinguished Indigenous leaders land rights in Australia. The case was for the rights of Aboriginal people to enter have been honoured as 2017 Australia Post instrumental to the passing of the Aboriginal professions and take up apprenticeships. Australian Legends with recipients appearing Land Rights (NT) Act in 1976. Galarrwuy's Lowitja is the first and only Aboriginal on commemorative stamps. work has focused on advocacy for traditional Australian to address the UN General Honouring the work of Prof Thomas Edwin land owners to set terms for the mining of Assembly. Calma, Dr Lowitja O'Donoghue and Dr Aboriginal land in a way that allows the Ahmed Fahour, Managing Director and Galarrwuy Yunupingu, the award recognises communities to achieve self-determination and Group CEO, Australia Post, said this year's the lifelong advocacy and leadership the economic independence. award recognises the leadership and advocacy legends have achieved for their communities. Dr Lowitja O'Donoghue AC CBE is of Irish the three recipients have demonstrated to Prof Thomas Edwin 'Tom' Calma AO, an and Yankunytjatjara descent. Lowitja is a improve conditions for Indigenous Australians Aboriginal elder of the Kungarakan people, is member of the Stolen Generation. After years and to bring opportunities to their communities. "Our work towards equality never stops, and I the first Aboriginal Chancellor at the University of petitioning, Lowitja became the first "Australia Post aligns itself as an equal appreciate that our wider community recognises of Canberra. Aboriginal woman to be accepted into nursing opportunity employer, offering support and the changes we have instigated and continue to Dr Galarrwuy Yunupingu AM is a leader training in South Australia, and finally genuine pathways into meaningful employment strive for even today, 50 years from the 1967 and land rights activist. Galarrwuy first came to graduated in 1954. Lowitja continued her active through school-based and adult traineeships and Australian Referendum." prominence in 1970 when he acted as an involvement with Indigenous issues by joining internships for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Dr Lowitja O'Donoghue. interpreter for the first litigation on traditional the Aboriginal Advancement League to agitate Islander community members." Queenscliffe Herald, June 2017 – Page 13 A family affair at Clinic 101 Support After Suicide Point Lonsdale Physio- "My sister Alisha took her own life in come through the fundraising efforts of the therapy has recently changed 2008, at age 27. She was a bright bubbly Freemasons of the Bellarine Otway District hands. It is now owned and person and her death was a massive shock to for which we are extremely grateful. It's great operated by a fun, enthusiastic her friends and family. Nine years later, I'm to see community organisations getting and experienced local Point proud to be fronting the Support After behind an important issue affecting people in Lonsdale couple - Nathan Ulph, Suicide Service (SAS) for suicide specific the Geelong Region." Clinical Myotherapist and his bereavement support in the Geelong region. Counsellor Annie Norrish has extensive wife, Sally Caldwell, Physio- Loss as a result of suicide is a unique type expertise in grief, trauma and bereavement. therapist & Clinical Pilates of grieving process, there is another layer to the She has worked with Support After Suicide Instructor. experience when faced with loss due to a Melbourne and was one of the key They are delighted to continue sudden death and this is even more so with professionals that provided counselling support the much valued services of suicide," said Melinda Hopper, the group's after the Black Saturday fires. Annie is pleased Podiatry (Fiona Johnson), newly appointed community development to see that those bereaved by suicide in the Physiotherapy (Rob Hutchison & coordinator. Geelong Region will no longer have to travel to Claire Plapp) and also Bowen In October 2015 a committee of Melbourne for suicide specific support. Therapy (Meredith Townsend). counselling professionals, community "We run a Support After Suicide Loss "We are a team of motivated and organisations and bereaved family members Group monthly where people can connect caring practitioners who put your was appointed. Later partnerships with with others in a safe environment. Twice a health and wellbeing above all New owners of Clinic 101 Sally and Nathan with their children Will and Anouk. Support After Suicide, Australia in Melbourne year we run a 4 week group for recently else," said Nathan. Sally grew up in Queenscliff few fruit trees, a productive veggie and Hope Bereavement Care were developed bereaved people to provide information about Nathan is often asked about and Nathan, originally a Geelong garden and enough space for to help get this new service off the ground. the experience of grief when a loved one has Clinical Myotherapy. A Clinical boy, says they feel incredibly lucky chooks," said Sally. "Because our "We provide counselling and referral, suicided," said Annie. Myotherapist is helpful in the to be raising their kids in such a home is near the clinic I often hear secondary consultation, support groups, "Our other aim is to provide training for treatment of musculoskeletal in- magical part of the world. Anouk the kids calling out to me on their support literature, professional development private practitioners and health professionals jury or pain. They will undertake is almost four and Will is 18 way to the rock wall, the Pilot training, health promotion and community about suicide specific bereavement. We'll also a thorough assessment of your months. "Being outdoors is Boat Park or exploring the rock education," said Melinda. "We are a not-for- collaborate with other agencies in the region body and use techniques such as important to us, we love that the pools that we all enjoy," added profit group and receive no government to work on suicide prevention initiatives. soft tissue massage, joint mobiliz- kids can enjoy a backyard with a Nathan. funding. A major part of our funding has Suicide is a big issue within our society. It ation, exercise/ movement pres- affects people from all walks of life and there cription and dry needling. are becoming more incidences among older Nathan is known for his dry people, particularly men. We want to increase needling skills, being seen as one awareness, reduce stigma and talk about what of the most proficient dry needlers And now for the good news takes more lives than the road toll. in the region he was approached The Australian Bureau of Statistics by a university to lead their dry Humans in Geelong' founder and "We got our inspiration from the at Cottage By the Sea and is happy reported that in 2015 suicide was the leading needling teachings, which he still coordinator Jacqui Bennett heads up Humans in Melbourne Facebook page to present the Humans in Geelong cause of death in 15-44 year olds and the oversees. a small team of not-for-profit and thought 'Why not do something powerpoint story to groups. second in 44-54 age group. 75% of all Sally's focus for now is the volunteers who report on the 'good like that in Geelong?" said Jacqui. "We If you know of someone you'd like suicides for that year were men. In total there Clinical Pilates Studio and home news' stories of their home town value creativity, empathy, connected- to nominate please contact humansin were 3,027 deaths by suicide in Australia in visit services. Programs are desig- Geelong, and the Greater Geelong ness and engagement. [email protected] or ring Jacqui on 2015, or on average in excess of eight per day ned for the individual working area. The stories are about the Similar pages such as Humans in 0401 838 291 or 5241 6852. or one every three hours." towards their goals and taking into everyday humans who are taking Melbourne and Humans of New York Facebook Humans in Geelong If you or anyone else would like to seek account where their body is at. action, one way or another, and are highly successful and bring the https://www.facebook.com/Humans- support, make a referral, find out more "Pilates is for everybody and it making a difference. community together. We're 9 months inGeelong/ (HUG). 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"One was white and the other was a red pied. Dad converted the old thunder box down the backyard into a loft. He made a good job of it cutting the door in half like a stable door with wire in the top half." Geoff and his brother Brian became interested in pigeons and numbers soon went from two to ten then fifty. Back in the late 1950s and early 60s every neighbourhood had pigeons and chooks. "Sometimes you would see nearly a thousand pigeons in the air. It was part of the game. Somebody would let their birds out, so you would go and let yours out, hoping to snare some of theirs. It was nothing but fun." Geoff started work aged 16 and didn't have the time to continue with pigeons. His mother looked after them but numbers dwindled. Pigeons inside a flying forterss en route to Los Negros Islands. Geoff shifted to Ocean Grove from Reservoir The phone started ringing soon after and it Yul Bryner and Roy Rogers. Another notable in the early 70s. He surfed and played some appeared as if Geoff's bird would be the pigeon racer was the former pop star of the football. In 1972 while working on the winner, the only opposition he hadn't checked 60s and 70s, Buddy England, who under his sewerage drainage project for Barwon Heads with was Alec Murray a successful pigeon real name of Robert Kilgower, has also he was caught in a trench collapse and breeder and racer in Queenscliff. "We both contributed to a book about pigeons. became a paraplegic. clocked about the same time but Alec won on Pigeons have also been used in times of war, He began breeding and showing English handicap." There was further irony with as recently as Desert Storm in Iraq. In WW 2 Springer Spaniels with considerable success. Alec's win, as he had previously retired but pigeons were carried in bomber aircraft and in His biggest win was a Best in Show at the made a comeback. the event of being shot down a message could Springer Spaniel Show. "A mate of mine Geoff feeds his pigeons a mix of Dun be sent by carrier pigeon. Pigeons had their caught a pigeon in the roof of a house he was Peas, maize, safflower, wheat, sorgham and own equivalent of the VC, the Dicken Medal. renovating. He brought it around to me and I barley and in the racing season also feeds "When they first started carrying pigeons thought it was a bit lonely, so I got another them an oilseed supplement. "It consists of on aircraft, when pigeons were released, there one." safflower, linseed, white millet and canola were problems with propellers. They started Around 1975 a local pigeon fancier and helps replenish the fats and sugars." putting them in paper bags and they would be noticed the birds and asked if Geoff was Training the racing pigeons is a gradual away from propellers before exiting the paper interested in racing them and he has ever process Geoff takes them to Point Lonsdale bag." since. In pigeon racing the lines of flight are for their first flight and gradually extends the At present there is a nationwide ban on alternated, varying from west, north west, distance. Once they have had about 10 flights pigeon racing and a restriction on their north and north east to make it fairer for over 60 miles they are ready to race. By that exercising due to a disease that affects the everyone. time they are about 6-8 months. pigeons liver and at present, no cure is Geoff's biggest success was in a 600 mile The fold of pigeon racers has contained available. It is another blow to a scenario race from Tibooburra, near Broken Hill. But some memorable participants. The Sport of where pigeon racing numbers have already CARPET there was another big race he felt he should Kings (the feathered variety) has captured the dwindled. have won but was literally caught with his imaginations of King George V and the King "It's unfortunate that pigeon racing, like a pants down. "It was a 500 mile race. I had of Belgium. lot of other animal hobbies, looks like dying checked the loft at 2am and it was a lovely The Queen races pigeons and is in the out. It teaches kids about animal husbandry night when I checked but soon after it began process of getting a new loft built at the cost of and basic genetics. Smaller blocks and council to rain. I thought that would slow the birds 40,000 pounds. Bill Lawry, former Australian regulations are two contributing factors. down. I was lying in bed about 7am when I cricket captain, is still involved in pigeon Our generation was interested in pigeon noticed two birds on the landing board. So I racing after many years in the sport. Former racing and we amused ourselves but times got into my wheelchair in only my jocks and star footballers, Billy Barrot and Trevor have changed. Mum and dad always knew singlet in the rain and instead of coaxing the Barker, also raced pigeons. Despite the glitz where I was. 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RESTORATION PHONE: 5258 3393 MOBILE: 0408 421 609 Queenscliffe Herald, June 2017 – Page 15 LOCAL BUSINESS DIRECTORY Queenscliff Coast Guard News Rescue Boat home and ready to work After 15 months of hard work Queens- cliff Coast Guard Rescue Boat CG09 is finally back on the water and ready to assist those in need. "This has not just been a refit; this is equivalent to a brand new boat," said Flotilla Commander Graham Douglas. "The hull and cabin have been reworked whilst absolutely everything else has been replaced. The old 220hp Mercury Engines have been replaced with 320 Hp Mercruisers equipped with Contra rotating propellers. Engine and steering is now 'fly by wire' rather than cable controlled and a completely new TREE REMOVAL suite of navigation and communications equipment fitted. This is without doubt the most up to date and capable boat in Coast Guard's 30 vessel Victorian Fleet." "We must thank the Government of Victoria, the Australian Volunteer Coast Guard Association, Queenscliff Marine Services, Queenscliff Harbour and above all Citizens Band (1) PA system, Siren and Blue Operations the generous people of Queenscliffe and the Flashing lights and Angry Horn We have completed 6 call outs - one out of Bellarine without whose financial support Tracker/Burglar Alarm (uninterruptable.) fuel, one missing divers, two flat batteries and this would not have become a reality." Enables the vessel to be electronically two mechanical problems. We returned 11 Total cost for this rebuild is $343,000 but monitored at all times persons to safe harbour and retrieved vessels has saved over $400,000 compared to the cost Equipment tow ropes, fire pump, life with a total value of $96,000. Quite a busy of a new boat. For boaties and the technically jackets, blankets, first aid, toilet May! inclined some of the features are listed below: All the work was done here at Queenscliff Cold Water Survival Hull: 9.9 metre Bass Strait Boat (built by the fantastic team at Queenscliff Marine Victoria's coastal waters range from 9.5C 2002) Services with excellent assistance from the in midwinter to 22.5C in summer. When a Survey: 2C/2D Commercial licensed to folks at Mercury Marine who supplied the person falls into water less than 1C the first carry 10 persons (Can be exceeded in engines and stern drives from the USA. reflex is to gasp and then hyperventilate, emergency) Our next task is to train our crews on the during which time it is extremely difficult to Construction: Fibreglass positive buoy- efficient and safe operation of this fantastic hold your breath. The heartbeat may become ancy construction asset. This will concentrate the efforts of our 5 fast or irregular and you may only have Engines: Two Mercruiser Turbo Charged Marine Coxswains, 6 Competent Crew minutes to get back on your boat if you can. inline 6 cylinder diesels rated at 320 HP each Members and 15 trainees in various stages of Strength and coordination weaken quickly in PRINTING & COPYING fitted with Bravo 3 stern drives and contra- reaching qualified Ratings. (Minimum crew cold water and you may only have 10 to 15 rotating props. on operations is Coxswain and One minutes to inflate lifejackets and raft, find and Electronics: Fully integrated Raymarine Competent Crewman.) activate EPIRB, prepare flares and signals. GPS Lighthouse Two ES Navigation system We could not have continued our Hands and feet lose feeling first so tying or supporting helm and navigation consoles, operations over the past fifteen months if not untying knots may become impossible. Forward Looking Infra Red search camera , for the generosity of the Coast Guard Victoria Swimming will increase heat loss so huddle deck to cabin intercom and rear facing deck Squadron for the loan of the Squadron Spare with your legs up close to your chest or hug camera, CG171 and Flotilla Boats CG08 Geelong, other survivors in the water. Communication Systems: Marine VHF CG07 Carrum, CG06 Safety Beach and If you fall into cold Victorian Waters you (2), Coast Guard (1), CFA (1), Marine CG01 Frankston for the loan of vessels. will generally have: 1 Minute to get your breathing under control and keep your head out of the water. 10-20 minutes of useful movement in which to prepare for rescue 1-3 hours before you become unconscious due to hypothermia. Next time you're out fishing have a think about how you would survive if you went over the side! Thanks to Transport Safety Victoria for these safety tips. For more safety tips go to [email protected] Remember, plan every voyage as if your life depends on it! Safe boating - Ric Lasslett FOR SALE Two second hand Mercruiser 6 cylinder turbocharged Diesel Marine Engines. One Left Front back to camera: Dean Smith Queenscliff Marine Raymarine Radar Unit. Contact Graham Douglas 0419 009 477. Back row Grey polo: Simon Bugeja Mercury Engines. Page 16 – Queenscliffe Herald, June 2017 Queenscliff Lonsdale Yacht Club's 70th Anniversary Coincidentally 70 members and Commodore Golland summed up Award Club Brian related the friends gathered at the Club House on the year's activities around the club mishaps of the season along with the Annual Racing Awards: Swan Bay on Saturday 20 May to and on the water. This included a loss of almost 50% of races due to the Ray Maki Spring Series - Chris Laker Imagine celebrate the club's 70th anniversary in much reduced season due to very poor weather. Brian declared the award Cec Anderson Autumn Series - John Barry Sundance the newly renovated Boat Shed. weather, the benefits of the Discover could only go to the Bureau of Cole Cup to Portsea - Steve Lee Valentine Guests enjoyed a quiet drink and Sailing Days, the fleet of dinghy Meteorology for their dismal and Champagne Stern Chaser - John Barry Sundance social chatter before Commodore Jill Sparrows, successful community disastrous weather vented on the club Channels Trophy Race - Tom Fricke Drizabone Golland led the party into the club relationships and an active social which was the worst in the 20 years Lady Skippers Trophy Race - Jill Golland Sundance house where the table decorations program. the award has been in existence! Around Mud Islands - Tom Hinton Boomaroo around each yacht's name. Jill wel- Service appreciation awards were Clubman of the Year Award went Maritime Weekend Race 1 - John Barry Sundance comed distinguished guests including presented club volunteers including to Geoffrey Mathews as coordinator Irwin Trophy Race - Scott Crisp & David Coales Rosie Mayor Tony Francis representing the Race Officers Ian and Bev Lee and of the Discover Sailing Days plus Lady Nelson Trophy Race - Doug Curlewis Kinsale3 Borough of Queenscliffe, Honorary brother Jock Lee, webmaster Colin project work around the club house. Commodore's Cup - John Barry Sundance Life Governor Jack Golightly, his wife Bishop, newsletter editor for 'The The Aggregate Championship Cup CBH (Swan Bay) Championship - Doug Curlewis Kinsale3 Audrey and Honorary Life Members Grub' Brian Golland and house went to John Barry and crew of Christabelle Couta Boat Trophy - Tom Fricke Drizabone Alex Eagleson, Bob Mayne, John captain Jill Golland. 'Sundance' for the second year and a Club Person of the Year - Geoffrey Mathews OTB & Club Barry and Brian Golland. Before presenting the Mishap framed photograph of his yacht. House projects

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