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Counting underway Interim counts from this year’s elections indicate Michael Whelan will return as a Bass Coast Shire councillor. Joining him at the table will likely be Ronnie Bauer and David Rooks. Whelan topped the interim count with 1945 fi rst-preference votes, followed by Bauer on 1619 and Rooks on 1584. The next closest candidate was Jeni Jobe on 694. With preferences still to be distrib- uted, the results are not yet confi rmed. It is worth remembering that in the 2016 election, the third-highest vote win- ner in each ward did not become a coun- cillor once preferences were distributed. However given the lead of the three top candidates, it’s unlikely any other Island Ward candidate will be able to catch up through preferences. Trish Cerini was in fi fth position (554), followed by Ash Belsar (500), Mikhaela Barlow (303) and Darrell Silva (252). Interim votes show Western Port Ward is experiencing a shake-up, with newcomer Rochelle Halstead polling strongly. Current councillor Bruce Kent re- ceived the highest number of fi rst pref- erence votes (2474), followed by Hal- stead with 2055. Clare Le Serve (1848) and Geoff Ellis (1435) will battle it out for the third spot. The result is seen by some as a protest vote by Newhaven and San Remo vot- ers against council’s handling of the sit- ing of a regional skate park fi rst at San Remo and then at Newhaven, and oppo- New councillors for Island sition to the provision of off-leash dog areas at Cape Woolamai by Cr Geoff Ellis in particular. Tentative celebrations and Western Port wards The incoming councillors in Island ward on Monday were hesitant to claim victory before the expected declaration of the poll today (Wednesday) but both Based on interim counts from this year’s elections, it looks likely David Rooks, Michael Whelan and Ronnie Bauer will be the councillors said they were humbled by the results. for Island Ward. Continued page 14 Devastating blow for Mario’s Mario’s at San Remo is shut until worse, if not for the quick thinking CFA crews were on hand and the Expansion plans turned to ash further notice, after a fi re in the pop- of some fellow San Remo traders. fi re was under control, contained to Just prior to the pandemic, Ma- ular restaurant last Tuesday night. Driving past on Tuesday night, Nick the back rooms of the new section. rio leased the adjoining build- Caused by an electrical fault, the Say from the Westernport Hotel noticed “I really want to thank Nick and ing (formerly the Cobra café) and fi re started in a newly opened sec- water pouring out of the restaurant. Sammy,” an emotional Mario said. expanded the dining area for his tion of the restaurant, destroying A melted water pipe had sent wa- Despite the early detection, the busy restaurant. toilets, laundry facilities and a stor- ter gushing through the new section impact of the fi re on the restaurant The redecorating plans, put on age room. of the restaurant and out the door. was devastating, with the new din- hold during the lockdown, had The rest of the premise, including After calling Mario – “he said, I ing area and main restaurant fi lled been completed a month ago. the two dining areas and kitchen think you’ve got a plumbing issue” with smoke and covered in ash. All the plastering had been re- have smoke damage. – Nick joined forces with Sammy Three Sulo bins of food had to be dis- placed, a new fl oor installed, and It’s a devastating blow for the fam- Farah from Beand café who had a carded due to smoke contamination. bathrooms upgraded with new ily restaurant, run by Mario Zinellu spare key to the restaurant. A number of tables and chairs and sinks and toilets. and wife Linda, who had already The pair opened the back door to several baby seats were destroyed, Double barn-style doors were endured the toughest of years due to discover the rooms were on fi re. as well as a washing machine, dry- put in to connect the two dining the Covid pandemic. They grabbed a fi re hose fi xed to er, sink, shelving, food supplies and areas. Mario described it as an “absolute the back of the building trying to storage equipment. Having the new space had helped kick in the guts”. put out the fi re and made a call to The fi re destroyed the laundry and Jars fi lled with Mario’s home the restaurant to reopen with the “It’s something I didn’t really need.” Triple Zero. storage area of the new section of the marinated tuna and pickles are also Covid restrictions. But things could have been much By the time Mario arrived, the restaurant (formerly the Cobra café). now unusable. Continued page 10 COWES SELF STORAGE SOUTH COAST FREE Delivery FULLY SECURED—FULL SURVEILLANCE on all queen Posture Flex mattress’s BOAT CA R AVA N RV STORAGE Queen mattress $1299

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Could this streetscape be transformed into a pedestrian mall? A partial road closure in Thompson Avenue is being floated as part of plans PHILLIP ISLAND & SAN REMO ADVERTISER to allow for expanded outdoor dining. Photo Michelle Diggins. CONTACT US: Slow progress for Cowes outdoor plans Classifi eds: [email protected] Discussions to establish out- mas period new area. the discussion as a positive one. door dining areas in Cowes ap- “It will mean more space for pe- “You don’t just want to put ta- “We’re supportive of anything Editorial: [email protected] pear to have stalled. destrians to walk around and to bles and chairs out in the street, that creates economic activity in Advertising: [email protected] While San Remo is moving maintain social distancing.” so it’s not aesthetically inviting. the street. ahead with creating new outdoor Romina said although Pino’s “I just thought because we “But the road closure is 100 per Sport: [email protected] areas and Inverloch traders are didn’t want to offer footpath din- hadn’t heard anything since, it cent in council’s court.” developing plans for street clo- ing, they supported the move and had fizzled out.” A spokesperson for Bass Coast Suite 2, 60 Chapel Street, Cowes, 3922. sures, no decision has been made said it would make a lot of sense Shire Council said it was still Phone (03) 5952 3201 for Cowes. for smaller venues. Expressions of Interest considering a number of outdoor Fax (03) 5952 3024 Key to the plans for Cowes is the “Logistically for us to service Geoff Moed, from the newly dining applications in Cowes. potential closure of Thompson Av- another area, it was more of a formed Phillip Island Business “Plans are still being developed enue between Chapel Street and challenge. Network said there had been dis- in consultation with traders, with the Esplanade, creating a plaza or “We are fortunate enough to cussions with traders and coun- meetings scheduled this week.” mall-like pedestrian area. have the space and an extra cil about road closures to expand Traders in Thompson Avenue handful of tables didn’t warrant outdoor dining options. Publication No. VBF 9005897 said they were approached by the extra work.” As far as he knew, nothing had POLICE Registered by Australia Post. Council and representatives from However she was enthusiastic been finalised for Cowes. the new Phillip Island Business about the plan, believing it was the He said it was up to business BRIEFS Network several weeks ago but opportunity to create a great atmo- The Phillip Island & San Remo Advertiser to decide what would work best, have heard nothing since. sphere and market the local area. with council able to facilitate Car damage Cape Woolamai is bound by the Standards of Practice of Lois Gaskin from Turn the Page “It’s about promoting people to what the traders want, not dictate Police are seeking assis- the Australia Press Council. If you believe said she was asked about the idea meander around, to walk. Then what could happen. tance over a car damaged the Standards may have been breached, of a half road closure in Thomp- they’re more likely to gravitate to “Traders were supposed to put in in Cape Woolamai on Oc- you may approach the newspaper itself son Avenue. retail stores, to grab an ice cream. an expression of interest,” he said. tober 31. Between 12.30am or contact the Council by email “But that was a few weeks ago “I think the biggest challenge is Ocean Reach Brewing is one and 1.30am, police say an ([email protected]) and I’ve heard nothing since.” some retailers have that mindset business that had responded to unknown offender kicked a or by phone ((02) 8261 1930). She supports the idea, but be- that they need the carparking out the call and lodged an EOI request white Toyota station wagon lieves there is concern from some the front of their business.” For further information see for expanded footpath trading. parked in the Esplanade, be-

LK2474 locals about losing parking in the She feared the “old school mind- www.presscouncil.org.au Wayne Bismire said they were tween Manly and Southport street. set” could mean a lost opportuni- interested in using the footpath streets, causing a dent in a Romina Scarlato at Pino’s ty for the town, “if we aren’t going or the parking spaces directly panel. Anyone with informa- Trattoria said they were also ap- to be bold enough to make those outside their building and were tion that may assist the inves- proached and fully supported a sacrifices for the short term”. Online Subscriptions waiting to find out the param- tigation is asked to contact street closure. “It’s been so hard for businesses. eters of what would be permitted. Leading Senior Constable Ju- “We were definitely all for the This year, let’s just come together.” www.pisra.com.au “Council has asked us if we’d lian Wildenberg at San Remo bold move by council to push for But she was concerned time be concerned if there was a road Police Station on 5678 5500. that street closure for the Christ- was running out to establish the closure,” he confirmed, describing

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Over the years there has Kirk Skinner, a college de- been fevered speculation on partment head until stepping its fate. down from the role earlier Greg Price from Alex this year, appeared at a com- Scott Real Estate in Cowes mittal hearing at the Latrobe said the land was being Valley Magistrates’ Court offered for sale by expres- on Thursday, charged by the sions of interest. Morwell Sexual Offences “This is a genuine ven- and Child Abuse Investiga- dor,” Greg said. tion Team (SOCIT). “They aren’t in the hotel In February Mr Skinner, businesses so decided it was who lives at Woolamai, was better for the land to go to charged with two counts of someone more in tune with sexual assault of a child un- hospitality and tourism.” der 16, and in August detec- Divided into fi ve blocks, tives laid a further 10 sexual there is the option to sell the offence charges. blocks individually or for all According to the charge blocks to be bought together. The iconic Isle of Wight site, described as the most sig- sheet, the offences occurred The land measures 8624 nifi cant “commercial property ever offered on Phillip across multiple locations, in- square metres (approxi- Island” is up for sale, with expressions of interest open cluding Phillip Island, Wool- mately), with individual until January 2021. amai and Wonthaggi, dating blocks ranging in size from back every year for the past 4047 sqm to 1012 sqm. Esplanade. development. fi ve years. The biggest lot has water The three remaining The sale has been described Earlier this year the Vic- frontage and is located on blocks along Bass Avenue as the most signifi cant “com- torian Government’s school Former Newhaven College music director Kirk Skinner will the corner of The Espla- are all 1012 sqm. mercial property ever offered regulators – the Victorian appear at the Melbourne County Court on November 12, nade and Bass Avenue. The land is zoned “mixed on Phillip Island”. Registration and Qualifi ca- facing multiple sexual offence charges. A second block measur- use” and provides the op- Expressions of interest tions Authority and the Vic- ing 1541 sqm is also on the portunity for signifi cant close on January 20, 2021. torian Institute of Teaching proceedings raise signifi cant Director of Music, the Board – confi rmed it was review- concerns for many in our and the Principal have been ing Newhaven College’s community,” Mr Price wrote. extensively reviewing the compliance and handling of “Our thoughts remain with College’s child safe strate- the issue. the alleged victims and their gies, policies and proce- Last month, in a three- families … and I ask that we dures.” page letter to parents, guard- all be sensitive to their priva- He said the review includ- ians, students and alumni, cy at this diffi cult time.” ed employment practices, the College released the de- Mr Price said every student the school’s child protection tails of a child protection re- at the College had a “right to policy and responsibilities, view, written by board chair be safe”, and the school had risk identifi cation, staff code Greg Price who acknowl- “a zero tolerance for child of conduct and reporting and edged “the seriousness” of safety risks”. responding to child protec- the criminal case. “Following the criminal al- tion concerns, all of which “Understandably, these legations against the former will be regularly reviewed. Schoolies on notice The usual schoolies activities and services website at goodtimesgreatbreaks.wordpress. are not being rolled out this year. com/#post-4 which includes helpful tips on Bass Coast Shire Council has confi rmed it staying safe with links to available youth sup- is not promoting Phillip Island as a schoolies port networks.” destination or offering support services. The statewide Good Times Great Breaks However this hasn’t stopped school leav- program includes local councils (Bass Coast, ers eager to celebrate the end of school from Mornington and Surf Coast), Victoria Police, making plans. Ambulance Victoria, local businesses and A Facebook page “Schoolies 2020 Phillip Is- volunteer agencies, and aims to help young land” set up last week has already attracted people have a great time and stay safe. over 300 members. Volunteer organisations Red Frogs and A spokesperson for council told the Adver- DanceWize are also part of the program, pro- tiser it has “no authority in accepting school viding outreach support to young people in- leavers to the area, regardless of their loca- cluding free transport, barbecues and cooked tion”. breakfasts. “If relevant Covid restrictions were still ap- Victoria Police said it was currently assess- plicable, the movement of youths to Phillip ing resourcing options in relation to Schoolies Island for schoolies would be discouraged,” 2020, with more information to be provided at they said. a later date. Council said Covid restrictions may include However a police spokesperson stressed po- limits to the number of individuals in indoor lice will be enforcing the Chief Health Offi cer and outdoor spaces. directives in place at the time. “We recommend that they register their Schoolies 2020 is set to run from November attendance at the Good Times Great Breaks 21 to December 6.

THE ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2020 - PAGE 3 AGL bay project could be “catastrophic” Surfers, Phillip Island’s oyster hatch- es. The submission highlighted the ited research” on the effects of discharg- ery and an array of community groups fragile ecology of the bay, which saw ing cold and chlorinated water on ma- have weighed into AGL’s proposed gas past proposed industrial projects reject- rine organisms. “There is the potential plant in Western Port, outlining their ed, including: 1987 – Western Mining for environmental impact at all stages concerns in submissions. ammonia-urea plant; 1992 – Shell-Mo- of construction and operation,” he said; AGL is proposing to build a 290 me- bil “super-tanker” project; 2007 – Boral • Bunurong Land Council Aborigi- tre Floating Storage and Regasifi cation bitumen plant; and 2011 – Port of Hast- nal Corporation wrote the construc- Unit (FSRU) terminal at Crib Point, ings Container Port; tion and operation of AGL’s gas plant which will suck up about 470 million • Corinella Foreshore Reserve Com- “would signifi cantly harm” Aborigi- litres of seawater – including fi sh eggs mittee of Management Dr John nal cultural heritage, with the EES and larvae – with water discharged Lippmann wrote AGL’s EES modelling “ignoring” or not taking into account into the bay about 7C colder and con- was not comprehensive and “in some Bunurong knowledge and expertise. taining up to 47kg of chlorine a day. cases totally inappropriate”. He said At the end of the hearing, the IAC The FSRU will receive LNG from up to current Victorian laws prohibited the has 30 days to report to the Victorian 40 super tankers per year. discharge of wastewater in high con- Planning Minister Richard Wynne, AGL’s Environmental Effects State- servation value such as Western Port who has 30 days to respond and make ment (EES) received more than 6000 and the FSRU could “impact Phillip his decision. The Minister can ignore submissions, with an Inquiry and Phillip Island Oyster Hatchery director Steve Cooper said he was concerned Island as a popular tourist destination”; the committee’s recommendations. Advisory Committee (IAC) currently by the impact of chlorine pumped into the bay and doesn’t believe the proj- • Western Port Seagrass Partnership Details: www.engage.vic.gov.au/crib- hearing EES submitters and expert ect warrants “the risk to our reputation.” Photo Ben Stern-unsplash Ian Stevenson wrote the EES had “lim- point-IAC witnesses until December 17. The IAC is the most complex envi- “this statement is too simplistic and ment “just up the coast” at Gunnamatta ronmental assessment carried out in does not address the cumulative im- Beach. Victoria. pact of the additional port activity and Mr O’Bryan said several years ago A damning submission from the Fed- shipping movements on the Ramsar Melbourne Water released effl uent eral Department of Agriculture, Water site”. treated with ammonia and chlorine – and Environment, written by Thomas roughly the same amount of chlorine Sands, states “fundamental issues” Oysters proposed by AGL – which stripped “have not been satisfactorily assessed” Phillip Island Oyster Hatchery di- seaweed off reefs in a vast area, killed by AGL, and nor had the company as- rector Steve Cooper in his submission algae and had “a deadly effect on the sessed “potential cumulative impacts wrote he was concerned by the impact ecology”. of the project”. of chlorine pumped into the bay. “This destruction only ceased when The federal government submission He said the EES failed to examine community lobbying and a water crisis details a long list of information AGL the effect of chlorine on all species at caused by drought, forced Melbourne must now provide, such as impacts a larval stage, “which is extremely sus- Water to modify its effl uent treatment; from increased shipping, pollution ceptible to chlorine at extremely low replacing chlorine with environmen- and contamination impacts, collisions doses”. tally sustainable potable standards to from ships, as well as impacts on fi sh, “The effect on all fi sh stocks at a lar- achieve the potential for reuse,” he said. Storm clouds stretched across Cape Woolamai last week. whales, leatherback turtles and water- val stage could prove catastrophic to Mr O’Bryan quoted 2002 EPA guide- birds. an area that already suffers from low lines, which states “the use of chlorine “The potential for additional spills/ recruitment due to water quality,” said as a wastewater disinfectant shall be pollution associated with the increase Mr Cooper, who is also Flinders Oyster avoided where there is any practical al- Company director. ternative.” Stunning storm in shipping needs to be discussed and addressed,” Mr Sands writes. “Australia is known for its clean “This is the fi rst large-scale fl oat- As storm clouds rolled in last Despite the ominous appear- “Is there a plan to restrict ships to a green credentials. I do not believe that ing gas transfer station of its kind and Thursday, local photographer Nici ance, not one drop of rain was re- minimum arrival frequency to reduce this project warrants the risk to our therefore an untested experiment.” Marshall at Snapshot photography corded at the Rhyll weather station. cumulative impacts and allow the site reputation.” raced to the Colonnades at Cape But the storm front capped off a to recover somewhat before the next Silverleaves, Seagrass Woolamai to capture the moment. wet and windy October, which re- ship arrives?” Surfers The 6000 submissions also include: “It was amazingly beautiful,” corded rainfall of 95.8, plus wind AGL’s EES states there is a low risk Arthur O’Bryan, from the Surfrider • Silverleaves Conservation Associa- she said. speeds of up to 52 km/h. And in case from the discharge of chlorine and Foundation, agreed, saying there was tion president Marjory Johnston wrote “So quiet and still, no wind just a you’re wondering, temperatures colder water on waterbirds, mangroves a precedent for the damaging effects the proposed AGL project’s dredging delight to photograph.” ranged from 7.6 to 26.4 degrees. and seagrass, however Mr Sands said of chlorine in the marine environ- could further erode Cowes east beach-

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PAGE 4 - THE ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2020 San Remo’s great outdoors The plan to create more outdoor dining ar- industry’s ability to manage a Covid safe en- Covid regulations and have got enough space eas in San Remo is taking shape. vironment and given the fickle nature of the for 60 people.” A number of local businesses have already Victorian weather, but we do see the ability to However he was impressed with some of submitted Expressions of Interest to Bass expand our operation onto the streetscape as the suggestions being put forward to help San Coast Shire Council. a positive,” he said. Remo traders make the most of the summer The EOI process is a way for businesses to “With many businesses along the main visitors. register their interest in expanding outdoor strip collaborating on design and with the “Plans for the area include al fresco dining dining options. This could include expanded council’s support, the San Remo streetscape out the front of the pubs and putting more footpath trading, using a car park area or set- will have a very different feel this summer, tables in along the foreshore. ting up dining sections on closed roads. and that’s exciting.” “We’re excited about it. This could end up The state government announced last Craig Edmonds, President of the San Remo being a great feature of San Remo,” Paul said. month it would streamline planning approv- Tourism Business Association said the two “I think a busy summer is definitely on the als to make it easier for existing businesses to hotels were leading the way and plans for cards. We’re ready for it. And lots of other create new outdoor dining areas. what could be done in the street were being businesses are getting ready too. Work is already underway to create a new drawn up. “As a community we are all heading in the outdoor dining area for the San Remo Hotel. This would include additional tables and right direction.” Hotel Manager Ben Fisher said with limited chairs along the grassed foreshore area. Several other non-hospitality traders along space available on the footpath, he was look- Paul Mannix from the San Remo Fisher- Marine Parade said they’d been approached ing “to do a bit of work out the front and the Work has already started alongside the San man’s Co-op said the local traders met with by council and supported suggestions of clos- side, to get a bit more outdoor space”. Remo Hotel to create an additional outdoor representatives from council and the plans ing off part of the street to allow increased The Westernport Hotel is also looking at op- dining space. were looking “positive”. outdoor dining. tions to create an extra outdoor dining area He said the Co-op did not put in an EOI with on the footpath directly out the front of the the council for outdoor dining as part of the council, as the space they had was enough. hotel. council’s ‘parklet’ initiative. “We have our own outdoor dining area al- Nick Say from the Westernport said the ho- “We’re very keen to see indoor patron num- ready, overlooking the jetty,” he said. tel had submitted an expression of interest to bers increased as soon as possible given our “We moved some of our tables to meet the Supporting local business, creates local jobs. Boys Home plans paused until post-Covid RUSSELL The owners of the old Newhaven Boys Home “In this industry no one wants to take a risk to road and subdivision works; removal of vegeta- BROADBENT MP say redevelopment plans are on ice until the spend any money right now.” tion; construction of a garage building and 10 Federal Member for Monash end of Coronavirus. Jane said once business was back to normal dwellings; and making alterations to existing Owner spokeswoman Jane Wang told the Ad- they would meet with Bass Coast Shire planners. buildings. vertiser last week “spending money at this time A group of 10 investors own the property and is stupid”. at the beginning of the year started work gut- “If they opened the doors to Australia that ting the site, which has been vandalised and would give property investors hope,” Jane said. neglected since they bought it in 2016. “At the moment we are happy to put every- Jane said they had planned a three stage $9 thing on hold until the situation is clear, be- million development, with the first stage includ- cause Australia has shut down. We don’t want ing a restaurant in the chapel, as well as accom- to put any money into it (the old boys home).” modation for 14 in the Boys Home, which it had Jane confirmed they had no plans to sell the been hoped would be finished by December. 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PAGE 6 - THE ADVERTISER, Wednesday, November 4, 2020 Here’s hoping for a busy summer! It looks like we’re in for a busy summer. Encouragingly, bookings during November are And businesses couldn’t be happier. also increasing, although down on the average. The phones started ringing “literally before “People are more cautious,” she said. the Premier had finished his announcement last “We were booked out for the Melbourne Cup week”, said Serena Cabello from Phillip Island weekend, but when the restrictions didn’t get lift- Glamping. ed, they all cancelled.” Every weekend for the family-run glamping Nalan said the past six months had been ter- business between now and Christmas is fully rible for all local accommodation, but the resort booked, with some midweek dates as well. had remained open. “This is normal for us in November, which is Silverwater was one of the state’s “Hotel for one of our busiest months, so we are relieved,” Heroes”, picked by the Department of Health and she said. Human Services to house essential workers, in- From hotels to apartments, caravans to camp cluding staff from Bass Coast Health. sites, accommodation providers are breathing a “It was a pleasure to work with them,” Nalan sigh of relief as holiday bookings come in. said, praising the hard work of the medical staff. The news that Melbourne was finally coming “It made us feel that we were contributing.” out of lockdown and the prospect of welcoming She was confident the demand for accommoda- city visitors back from November 8 is a light at the tion within Victoria would ensure a full house over end of the tunnel for local businesses. Nalan Glass from Silverwater Resort said the While bookings for November are improving, summer, even if the state borders didn’t reopen. “People were booking up until the second end of lockdown had provided certainty for Catherine Drazzi from the Sea Horse Motel “It will have an impact if the borders don’t re- lockdown, then it stopped dead,” said Catherine the months ahead, with bookings for Christ- in Cowes said it was well below the usual open, but I think we will get more demand from Drazzi, Manager at the Sea Horse Motel in Cowes. mas looking like a normal season. level. local (Victorian) visitors.” “From the announcement (of the end of lock- down) bookings were coming in thick and fast, down to six.” Armour said Christmas holiday bookings had for November through to January. And now the team is working overtime, to en- been relatively strong and he expected to be fully “We get a lot of regulars who come back year sure the park is offering a Covid-safe holiday for booked out within weeks. after year.” their guests. “Demand is always strong for that period, but While Christmas bookings are looking normal, “It’s our duty to protect staff, the community, to be almost sold out by early November is very Under so far November is anything but. guests and our business,” Amy said. positive.” “November is looking good, but it’s not our nor- “We just keep rolling with the punches. It’s nice At Silverwater Resort, Director of Revenue New Management mal levels,” Catherine said. to be able to open.” Nalan Glass said the end of lockdown provided “We got about a quarter of the bookings we’d certainty for the months ahead, with bookings normally have for the Melbourne Cup weekend.” Christmas vacancies looking like those for a normal season. Over at Anchor Belle Holiday Park, it’s a simi- Every accommodation provider the Advertiser “We are always booked out over summer and lar situation. contacted said they’d been inundated with que- it’s not any different this year,” she said. “Normally Cup weekend is booked out weeks ries and bookings over the past fortnight. “People book in a year ahead, reserving their in advance, but this year I think there were four The VisitBassCoast website reported an in- apartment for next year as they’re checking out.” cabins booked (out of 20 plus cabins),” said Amy crease in accommodation enquires in the past James. week, but said there were properties available for The summer holidays are a different prospect. the summer period. “We’re pretty much booked out for the first fort- Sally Matthews from Getaway Phillip Island night, and they’re long bookings,” said Amy. said people were still hesitant about booking ac- In contrast to the previous two summers, commodation. 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THE ADVERTISER, Wednesday, November 4, 2020 - PAGE 7 Doors open at the Nature Parks All three of Phillip Island Nature coastline. Parks attractions will reopen daily • Over 164 hectares of weed con- from next week. trol with the team putting in huge The Penguin Parade, Koala Con- hours tackling woody weeds across servation Reserve and Churchill Is- sensitive Coastal Reserves. land will recommence daily opera- • Planting out old management tions from Thursday, November 12. roads in the Summerland Estate “This is a very significant moment to create wildlife habitat and also in the State’s roadmap to recovery, planting groundcovers around and we are just so thrilled that our new bollards at Shelley Beach. A friends and neighbours in metropol- total of 58 trees were put in the itan Melbourne will be able to join ground and guarded along with 80 us soon,” said Catherine Basterfield, ground covers. Nature Parks CEO. • Preparation work for the upcom- “Our team has shown phenom- ing fire season. enal resilience over the past several • Rare plant surveys and protec- months, and we are all looking for- tion measures. ward to showcasing our attractions • Completing revegetation of the which are looking fantastic after a lot penguin habitat around the new of focussed maintenance activities. Penguin Parade visitor centre. “The penguins have definitely • Analysing thousands of images come to the party as well, with an for scientific research. early breeding season in full swing, • Having a successful trip out to so there are chicks everywhere, and Seal Rocks disentangling four out of the penguin viewing is sensational.” five Australian Fur Seals entangled The Koala Conservation Reserve in fishing line, nylon baling string and Churchill Island are sure to be and trawl net. Two of the seals were popular spots with their open spac- pups, two juveniles and one was an es, fresh air, and plenty of room to adult female. move around freely and safely. • Successfully completing grant Churchill Island will also be host- and award submissions. ing its first Farmers Market for the While closed to the public, Nature Parks staff tackled Other team members have also season on Saturday, November 7. over 164 hectares of weed control with the team putting During the lockdown, revegetation of the penguin contributed their skills and talents All of the Nature Parks’ attrac- in huge hours tackling woody weeds across sensitive habitat around the new Penguin Parade visitor centre in projects such as cataloguing an tions are operating under a com- Coastal Reserves. was completed. historic lace collection at Churchill prehensive Covid-Safe plan to keep on our domestic visitors in the short for Live Penguin TV over the next across the Nature Parks. Island, taking superb photos of visitors and staff safe with capacity term, but continuing to support our few months, so watch this space!” The redeployed staff achieved workers in the field to record our management, and enhanced clean- international markets and industry Ms Basterfield said as the Nature significant wins for conservation journey, and making cushions for ing and hygiene procedures in place. colleagues so we are top of mind Parks prepared to re-open, it was including: children’s play areas to name a few. Online tickets are required for en- and ready when we can welcome a great opportunity to look back • Providing critical care, rehabili- “We are also eagerly awaiting the try to each of the attractions, and overseas visitors again,” Ms Baster- on the last six months, and “reflect tation, and recovery for 13 bushfire staged and safe return of the Nature bookings are essential at the Pen- field said. on some of the Nature Parks’ many affected koalas Parks’ incredible team of volunteers, guin Parade due to limited capacity. “Live Penguin TV has played a positive achievements, thanks in • Reaching a significant milestone who we have sorely missed over the Please refer to www.penguins. huge part in not only raising the large part to the funding support re- in bringing Eastern Barred Bandi- past months,” Ms Basterfield said. org.au for latest updates on visiting awareness of the Nature Parks and ceived from the State Government”. coots back from the brink of extinc- “We are excited to be continuing the Nature Parks. Phillip Island, but also creating a As a State Government entity, tion by providing 56 bandicoots for on this journey, and I would like to real connection with our audience. Nature Parks’ staff were not eli- release onto neighbouring French take this opportunity to personally Looking ahead We recently reached the incredible gible for any of the wage subsidy Island. acknowledge the strength of our “Like all Phillip Island business- milestone of over 20 million viewers programmes such as JobKeeper, so • Rehabilitating 26.4 hectares of team and our community, and I look es, we are re-opening in a very dif- in the nine weeks since we launched, the funding received allowed for the habitat with 36,246 plants in the forward to us playing our part in the ferent world, and looking ahead we but we aren’t stopping there. retention of nearly 200 permanent ground and removing Sea-spurge continued recovery of Phillip Island are working on strategies that focus “We’ve got some exciting plans staff members who were redeployed across the entire Nature Parks and the wonderful state of Victoria.”

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PAGE 8 - THE ADVERTISER, Wednesday, November 4, 2020 Airfield plans take flight — ADVERTORIAL — Bass residents fear plans for a new airfield and plane han- Get to know your Nature Park gar will devalue property pric- The Nature Parks team is es, scare livestock and pose a loving the chance to welcome threat to native animals. The $45,000 development is locals back to enjoy nature, proposed for a 40ha property at wildlife, fun and wide-open 79 Netherwood Lane in Bass, spaces. with a planning permit cur- We would also like to re- rently open for public comment mind you of the exclusive Lo- through Bass Coast Shire. cals Pass which offers the Bass Under the proposal, the air- Coast community free-roam- field would be restricted to a ing all year, with entry to all maximum of 20 flights – one attractions for the price of just take off and one landing – per day and operated by the prop- one visit. Perhaps the biggest erty owner, who is a member of bonus is that the pass brings the Southern Microlight Club. you into the Nature Parks fam- The permit states the airfield ily with exclusive updates, of- will not be used as the head- fers and events. quarters or clubhouse of the “We love our locals and club, with members flying “the A planning permit for a new airfield and plane hangar at a want to share the Nature smallest and quietest class of property in Bass has received over ten objections. Parks story with you and get aircraft” and are “enthusiasts to know each other more,“ with a common interest in fly- According to the plans, the as a private/hobby nature and ing microlight aircraft”. flight path will generally fol- in reality creating the base said Sally O’Neill, Phillip Island “But it is not a commercial low the Bass Highway and for a commercial business.” Nature Parks Community En- or profit-making organisa- then turn to land directly Several objectors detailed their gagement Officer. tion,” the permit states, add- onto the airfield. concerns for wildlife, particu- “Locals Pass members re- ing each aircraft owner will Alternatively, the flightlarly birds in the nearby interna- ceive regular updates on bring their own fuel. path could follow the beach, tionally-recognised Ramsar area what’s happening in nature “Each aircraft owner will fly depending on conditions. of Western Port Bay. and across the Nature Parks, their own aircraft for personal “It seems absurd that this including ‘inside information’ recreational purposes and will Objections proposal be given the go and invitations to experience A Locals Pass offers free-roaming all year with entry to all at- not give flying lessons or act as ahead when it goes against About 16 submissions have our conservation and ecotour- tractions for the price of just one visit. Rod and Isla from Cape sight-seeing tourist operators been lodged with the shire, all existing related organisa- ism programs with our pas- with fee paying passengers. mainly objecting to the air- tions and individuals’ efforts Woolamai get to know some of Churchill Island’s residents. “Use of the airfield will be field proposal. to protect this fragile envi- sionate conservation team.” restricted to recreational air- One objector said they ronment,” an objector wrote. “It has been an extraordi- We proudly manage many shoreline access points craft with a maximum of two were concerned the plans One objector, a farmer, said nary year, and we are looking of Phillip Island’s natural areas Passes must be purchased seats with one passenger.” would devalue surrounding the plans offered no guaran- forward to being together that locals share and enjoy in person with your identifica- The airstrip will be 550m properties, adding they were tee “to ensure the aircraft will again with our local commu- – most likely an area in your tion at the Koala Conservation 2 long, while the 240m Co- concerned the airfield would not send our stock through nity. We hope you too will fall neighbourhood including: Reserve or Churchill Island. lourbond aircraft hangar will soon become commercial. electric fences”. in love with your local Nature • 25 per cent of Phillip Is- For those who already have house a maximum of 10 planes. “Our goats, sheep, cattle “Who wants to live near or Parks – its stories, its wildlife land’s natural areas a Locals Pass, you’ll be hearing The airfield would oper- next to an airport,” they wrote. and horses are used to the and their Island haven home.” • 115 kilometres of the total from us soon with offers, and ate between 7am and 7pm “The visiting aircraft and quiet of the area, therefore from April to November and their noise are for the enjoy- they are placid. 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THE ADVERTISER, Wednesday, November 4, 2020 - PAGE 9 Ventnor battle-axe block battle Plans to build a second home on the rear of a block in Vent- nor have been refused by Bass Coast Shire councillors be- cause the proposal was “out of character” with the hamlet. For the third time in a row, councillors at last week’s meet- ing ignored shire planners’ rec- ommendations to grant a plan- ning permit. Instead councillors refused the application to build a second dwelling to the rear of a 707m2 “We’re down but not out” said Mario Zinellu, who hopes to reopen in a property at 11 Fisher Street, limited capacity later this month, after a fire last Tuesday forced his San Three bins filled with produce had to be thrown away due to smoke con- Ventnor, which has a double Remo restaurant to close. tamination, with many of Mario’s home marinated treats now unusable. storey dwelling at the front. Cr Stephen Fullarton moved the successful motion to refuse the plans saying two houses on a site that size was not in keeping Devastating blow for Mario’s with the character of Ventnor. “It’s a holiday area with boats, From page 1 He’s hoping to reopen the original Thank god I didn’t. We would have “Bloody hell, as though this cars and visitors and this just “We could get up to 80 meals across section of the restaurant in a limited been stuffed without it.” year has not thrown enough curve won’t work,” said Cr Fullar- the two sittings. That made it viable capacity in a few weeks, including Insurance assessors have inspect- balls,” another customer comment- ton, who did not re-stand at the with the restricted numbers,” Mario takeaway, once he gets the all-clear ed the site, and declared the struc- ed. council elections. explained. from the Health Department. ture sound, but internally the back “So devastated for you all, after “The whole development is He even had two new staff about But for now, professional cleaners of the new section will need to be the love and energy with your re- not in keeping with the whole to start, in preparation for the up- are hard at work, cleaning both din- completely replaced. cent renovations to put things in or- area.” coming holiday season. ing areas and the kitchen, and try- der before summer,” said another. Cr Pam Rothfield, who also “They were due to start on Thurs- ing to clear out the smoke smell. Support His landlord has also chipped did not re-stand, agreed, saying day, and I had to ring them on Mario is thankful the fire was dis- Mario and Linda broke the news in, provided storage space for the the development did not “en- Wednesday and say you can’t start, covered before it reached the main of the fire via social media. chairs and tables in a nearby build- hance or protect the environ- there’s been a fire. restaurant and kitchen area. “We are down but not out,” the ing, while the restaurant is cleaned. ment”. “Hopefully they’ll still be there “If it had got into my kitchen, I couple posted on their Facebook Mario’s cooking has been an in- Cr Michael Whelan, who is when we need them. It’s hard to get wouldn’t be reopening,” he said. page, saying they would see all stitution in the area for more than seeking re-election, said he staff down here.” “I’m 60. I’m too old to start from their loyal customers again soon. 30 years, renowned for his seafood wanted to wait for the state Still, he keeps looking to the future. scratch.” Customers and friends flooded dishes and authentic Italian cuisine. government’s imminent release Already operating a small outdoor He’s also thankful that he didn’t the Facebook page with condolenc- He and Linda opened the San of the details of the Distinctive dining space, Mario has spoken to abandon his insurance when money es and offers of help. Remo restaurant five years ago. Areas and Landscape policy, the council about setting up addi- got tight during the lockdown. “We have room to store stuff and Hopefully the local community which will guide town boundar- tional outdoor spaces underneath “I was thinking of knocking it we are good cleaners,” said one. will rally and support the family ies and density of development. the restaurant’s verandah. back, as it was getting really tough. when the restaurant reopens.

PAGE 10 - THE ADVERTISER, Wednesday, November 4, 2020 — ADVERTORIAL — Farmers market returns In another sign that life is slowly returning to moved to the first Saturday, starting on Novem- normal, the popular Regional Farmers Market at ber 7. Churchill Island returns this weekend. It’s also now a cashless market. The market will run from 8am until 1pm on Sat- In line with Covid regulations, all shoppers will urday, November 7. have to present ID at the gate, to verify they are The Regional Farmers Market has been coming regional customers and must wear a mask. to Churchill Island for 19 years, and Market Coordi- There will be sanitiser at the entry and a copy of nator Melissa Burge said they’re thrilled to be back. the Covid-safe regulations will be clearly posted Peter Buitenhuis, pictured at last year’s Re- Regular patrons will see plenty of familiar faces, on site. membrance Day event with Vietnam veteran with over 25 stall holders setting up shop on the All the stall operators are temperature checked Rod Legg, will play The Last Post and Rev- grounds at Churchill Island. on arrival and to help maintain social distancing, eille at the San Remo Cenotaph. “We’ll have all our regular lines from our re- there will be directional signage to move shop- gional traders, with a few new traders on board,” pers in a clockwise direction around the stalls. Melissa said. While there will be food to eat, you won’t be able Remembrance With the “ring of steel” still in place, the market to sit and eat or enjoy a coffee like the old days. will feature regional traders only, with a strong “Because of Covid, it’s a case of shop-and-go at presence from local and South Gippsland traders. the moment,” said Melissa. Day in San Remo “A whole range of food will be there, including With the market heading to plastic bag free sta- There will be a brief observance of Remem- great local produce,” she said. tus, she reminded shoppers to bring their reusable brance Day in San Remo on Wednesday, No- vember 11. That includes eggs, olives, fresh flowers, bakery carry bags. The fl ag will be fl ying at the Cenotaph, treats, berries, apples, pears and fresh vegetables. The market will feature regional traders only, The Regional Farmers Market at Churchill Is- which is opposite the IGA Supermarket. Other stalls will feature plants, dumplings and including Koonwarra’s Millie and Romeo’s, land will now operate on the first Saturday of the Vietnam veteran John Methven OAM, will candles and popular regional providers like Brom- and payment will be by card, in line with Co- month, with the following market scheduled for read The Ode and Peter Buitenhuis will play ley’s Bread, Hilltop Meats and Millie and Romeo’s vid requirements. Saturday, December 5. The Last Post and Reveille. will also be on site. Melissa is confident the market will also be able to Anyone wishing to lay a wreath or fl owers is in- “We’re back and ready to roll,” said Melissa. have changed. operate weekly throughout January as per normal. vited to do so then, or at any time during the day. “Our stall holders are so excited to come back One is the date. For updates and information, visit their Face- Those attending are asked to be mindful of CO- VID-19 safety. There won’t be any seating, other and see all their regulars.” Normally held on the fourth Saturday of each book page: Regional Farmers Markets – Churchill than the benches that are there permanently. month, the Churchill Island market has now been Island. While the market has returned, a few things Two minutes’ silence will be observed at 11am, so please arrive by 10.50am and ob- serve appropriate social distancing. A different Remembrance Day Council With Covid restrictions still in place, this Broadcast ceremony al said the service will include the laying of year’s Remembrance Day will look at little wreaths and a minute’s silence on the elev- The Australian War Memorial will hold a different. enth hour. Update nationally televised Remembrance Day com- While people, schools and workplaces will “At this time, the Australian public will be memorative ceremony on November 11 still hold a minute’s silence at 11am on No- encouraged to safely pause in their homes, The format of the ceremony has been altered vember 11, public commemorative ceremo- schools or workplaces to observe the minute’s to comply with Covid-safe rules and will be at- Newhaven Public Art - nies have been put on hold. silence to remember not only those lost, but tended by a limited number of invited guests; The Phillip Island RSL will hold a private all who came home and also those who follow Expressions of Interest and broadcast live across Australia by the ABC. ceremony, as a full service at the Cenotaph is in their footsteps.” In a post on its website, the War Memori- not possible under the current restrictions. Council is seeking Expressions of Interest Poppies (EOI) from experienced artists to create The Annual Remembrance Day Poppy Ap- a contemporary public artwork to be peal has commenced, and poppy badges will installed in the township of Newhaven. be available outside Cowes Newsagents and Artists are required to register their interest Coles, plus San Remo IGA. by submitting a portfolio of previous works. For more information on the EOI, the brief and the EOI form please visit our Locally owned and operated by website at www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/newhavenart or contact Team Leader Arts and Culture, Scott & Sharon Anderson 5672 1074 David Burrows on the numbers below or Caring and personal 24 hour Service email [email protected]. 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THE ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2020 - PAGE 11 Pat O’Garey, of Bang Bang in Cape Woola- Cheeky Goose Cafe Cowes is back and ready to fl y. “It’s been a really hard 2020 and it’s not mai is overwhelmingly grateful for local sup- over yet, but we’re determined to keep fresh local produce, history and fun part of every- port but is looking forward to welcoming day island life,” said owners Rob and Rebecca van den Brink. “We’ve got lots planned for back Melbourne patrons. “Melburnians have 2020/21 … we hope you’re hungry!” been doing it tough over the last few months. I can’t wait to see them visiting our little slice of paradise again.”

As restrictions ease, the doors to local businesses are open and they need your support more than ever. Since the fi rst lockdown in March, some have boomed while Jess Patman, Mel Gibson and the Wildlife Coast Cruises crew are back on the water, running with limited numbers. There have been plenty of whales sighted at Wilsons others have struggled to stay afl oat. As we all work our way Prom and the seals at the island have been excited to see the boat back out there. towards Covid-normal, businesses are rearranging and rein- They can’t wait to welcome Melbourne visitors on board. venting themselves and there’s never been a more important time to shop locally.

Jeremy Westaway and Craig Holmes from Phillip Island Tenpin Bowling are super excited to reopen! Despite operating un- der heavy restrictions with strict cleaning The staff at Kids Play Toys would like to thank the Phillip Island community, say- procedures, they can’t wait to welcome ing they feel grateful and humbled by the locals’ ongoing support. During Covid, everyone back. Limited numbers mean they needed to get inventive, so created an online shop offering a ‘click and collect’ bookings are essential. service to their customers.

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10% deposit, settlement 30/60 days THE ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2020 - PAGE 13 New councillors for Island and Western Port wards From page 1 up over the summer period. state governments for funding “It’s surreal,” said David He will also throw his weight to proceed with a new Phillip Rooks, who campaigned behind the push for a Phillip Is- Island Aquatic Centre. strongly on an environmental land Aquatic Centre to become And he has the establishment and community platform. a reality after over 20 years of of a safe bike path in Thomp- The immediate goal for Da- striving by the island community. son Avenue, as well as the de- vid at this stage is for coun- Ronnie said he believes velopment of a shared pathway cil to get cracking to support working as a team with his fel- extending from Cowes out to local business in every way low councillors will achieve the Summerland in his sights for Staff and Board members with their awards: Front: Joan Matthews, Caroline Talbot, Janice Rowl- possible so that they can fight best outcomes across the shire, early in the new council term. ingson and Bruce Procter. Middle: Emily Slade and Kim Grant. Back: Michael Scott and Pat Russell back from the devastating ef- and he will be doing this. With success in gaining fects of Covid. Sitting councillor Michael funding for erosion prevention “It is important we do this, Whelan thanked the commu- and a rock revetment wall and Bendigo Bank: service acknowledged and that we as a community all nity for the vote of confidence pathway extending from Rose work together to stay safe and given him, and outlined his ma- Avenue to Silverleaves, he is At their recent AGM, the strong, so the island can re- jor focus in the short term, with keen to ensure that this project local Bendigo Community open and recover as quickly as unfinished business on a num- proceeds in a timely manner. Banks mixed business with it possibly can for this summer, ber of fronts still in the offing. pleasure. and beyond.” A priority is to give council Bunurong results As well as the election of a David said he was aware that support to the Distinctive Ar- In Bunurong Ward, current new committee, the meeting the shire no longer has a face- eas Landscape legislation go- Mayor, Brett Tessari has an was an opportunity to recog- to-face service centre or tour- ing through parliament. unassailable lead with 5366 nise the outstanding contri- ism information site in Cowes “The legislation will deliver votes, followed by Leticia La- bution of some directors and and would like to address this a statement of planning policy. ing (1796) and Michael Nugent staff. situation as a priority. We need to make sure it ad- (1296). Joan Matthews was elected Ronnie Bauer described his dresses what we as a commu- Preferences will be the de- chair, with Peter Paul as dep- election as very humbling. nity have raised, including no cider to see if sitting council- uty. “I consider it a great honour further extension of existing lors Julian Brown (989) or Les The Community Bank now to serve the people of Island town boundaries.” Larke (1105) will be able to se- has a program to recognise Ward, and indeed the entire is- Cr Whelan describes pro- cure a spot. staff and directors for 10, 15 Tanya Donnan – Cowes Branch Manager, Michael Scott – land,” Ronnie said. gressing a new Cowes Recre- The Victorian Electoral Com- and 20 plus years of service. San Remo Branch Manager, Joan Matthews – Chair and His first priority in line with ation Precinct (on the carnival mission website states final “The Community Bank had Peter Paul – Deputy Chair at the Bendigo Bank AGM. the platform he took to the land) and getting a masterplan results of the 2020 election will much pleasure in introducing election will be to seek a de- up for use of this area, as an im- be available between Monday, a Rewards and Recognition brief from council officers on portant priority; along with ad- November 3 and Friday, No- Program for our staff and our achieving a weekly red bin pick vocacy to both the Federal and vember 13. voluntary directors,” said dep- uty chair Peter Paul. At the meeting, staff member Emily Slade and Kim Grant, along with San Remo Branch Manager Michael Scott were presented with 10-year service Vale: Dr Tim Ealey awards. The service of board mem- There has been an outpour- bers Caroline Talbot, Joan ing of condolences across the Matthews, Janice Rowlingson, community after the passing of Pat Russell and Bruce Procter “Dr Mangrove” Tim Ealey. was also acknowledged. A post on the Phillip Island Peter Paul said presentations Staff 10-year service award recipients – Emily Slade, Conservation Society Face- will be made annually. Michael Scott and Kim Grant. book page paid tribute to Dr Eric Mitchell “Tim” Ealey, for his work through the Western Port Seagrass Partnership, of which he was a director with FIRST NATIONAL REAL ESTATE Phillip Island residents the late Professor John Swan and sati- FORTHCOMING AUCTION rist John Clarke. ‘Dr Mangrove’ Tim Ealey, with Environment Project Officer, Saturday, November 3 at 1pm Dr Ealey worked with local Clare Landry and interpretive signage erected at Grantville. schools and community groups PROPERTIESLot 187 Seagrove Way, URGENTLY Cowes NEEDED to plant mangroves in Western with this thinking.” day in the Coronet Bay hall in Port, which were “frequently Dr Ealey worked as a ma- 2017, after which he and his Field of Dreams sabotaged by ignorant people rine biologist in Antarctica for wife Laura moved to South For sale $935,000 WHEN POSITION COUNTS and rough weather”, according several years and was the first Australia to be near family. 2 Koonwarra Court, Cowes to PICS. Australian to circumnavigate Bass Coast Shire council- This highly sought after but rarely found position The local school children re- Antarctica. lor candidate Clare Le Serve would give you the perfect lifestyle you have been ferred to him affectionately as He later studied kangaroos wrote: “RIP Tim, your life long searching for. Tucked away in a quiet tree lined pocket “Dr Mangrove”and loved going in Australia’s desert interior, work won’t be forgotten”. and only a stone throw to the beach makes it the per- out on foreshore planting ex- working with indigenous Lisa Brassington wrote: “Tim fect beach home. This home comprises 3 bedrooms, 2 cursions with him. tribes. was an absolute treasure to our bathrooms, separate living areas, huge verandah, water “Tim knew that the removal In 1999 he retired to Coronet world”. views, solar power 4.56kw, 2 water tanks 13,500 litres, of mangroves by humans had Bay, a decade later kickstarting “I hope we can have a perma- huge shedding 16meteres length, 6 metres wide, 3 been a grave error which we a community mangrove seed- nent memorial to his work and metre height clearance. This immaculate property is must work to redress if we are ling propagating and planting passions,” Lisa said. low maintenance all round and would make the ideal to save many parts of our coast- program to stop coastal erosion “He was a guardian of so coastal escape. Inspections are by appointment. line,” the PICS post said. along waterline communities. much that we have in our natu- He celebrated his 90th birth- ral environment.” • Stunning outlook “He was many years ahead • ForHuge sale block $219,000 - 958m2 OWNER SAYS SELL!! • 335/1Quality Findlay Estate Street, location COWES • WidePerfect access20.6m to frontage all Cowes central and Cowes • foreshoreAuction youto becould held require. onsite The large open plan living He was our Dr Mangrove opens onto10% a large deposit, East facing settlement balcony. There 30/60 are daysplenty Bass Valley Primary School pays tribute to Dr Tim Ealey OAM who died last month, aged 93. of options with regards to investment or just use the property yourself. The secure undercover parking is an Dr Tim Ealey worked with described the reasons why some added feature as is the lift access. This unit is larger and Bass Valley Primary School of the plants might fail and what more practical than the average Waves unit, an inspec- from 2004, supporting an envi- they needed to grow well. tion is a must! ronmental project with Western In our time with Dr Mangrove Port Seagrass Partnership. we waded in mud, picked seed to Our teachers, and parents propagate, nurtured seedlings For sale $699,000 joined Dr Ealey in shared ideas and planted them to restore HUGE FAMILY HOME 36 Fisher Street, VENTNOR of building future stewardship stands of mangrove along our for the environment in young waterline. This substantial 6 bedroom home is set on the hill and people and giving them knowl- We gazed out over the water within walking distance to the beach, the home has edge about their own local ecol- and listened as Dr Ealey ex- been crafted to provide the perfect place to gather together and enjoy coastal life. The downstairs section ogy. This work was awarded plained the links and connec- features a second kitchen and bathroom making it fully a Victorian Coastal Award in tions of life in Western Port. self contained.The large entrance fills the home with 2006. Tim Ealey with Bass Valley No question phased Tim. He natural light and the second storey allows an expansive Our project began with a trip Primary students, worked to stood in the mud with us leaning outlook and partial views. The open fire is sure to to Reef Island to gain an under- restore mangroves along the on his stick with children com- please those on cold winter days, and the hardwood standing of the values of man- waterline. ing and going with their stories floors gives it that coastal feel. The extra large garage is grove habitat. of discovery and questions. perfect for additional storage. This large home is sure We counted the number of but Dr Mangrove had it down to Someone once asked, “Who’s to please and would be perfect for holiday living. mangrove seedlings in quad- a fine art. that old guy at our school?”

LK00328AT rants, measured the height of At school in our mangrove “That’s Dr Mangrove, he’s got seedlings in each quadrant and nursery, Dr Ealey would care- a really big brain,” was the reply. their spacing. fully sort out the healthy man- The teachers and staff of Bass www.phillipislandfn.com.au OPEN 7 DAYS We developed the skills of grove seedlings as we got them Valley Primary School, past and wading in mud and remaining ready for planting. present, express their condo- 60 Thompson Ave, Cowes 5952 3922 upright! The students referred to him lences to Tim Ealey’s family and We weren’t always successful, as the ‘mangrove doctor’, as he to all who held him dear. PAGE 14 - THE ADVERTISER, Wednesday, November 4, 2020 When illustrator Eirian Chapman moved to Phillip Island in 2019, she started drawing the wildlife she encoun- tered on her daily walk as a way to help her get to know the island.

Colourful characters Safina Stewart is one of several artists who regularly takes part in the The wildlife of Phillip Island has Eirian is hoping the cards will NAIDOC Week art exhibition. Photo courtesy of Safina Stewart. been captured in glorious colour by help share her love of the local wild- local illustrator Eirian Chapman. life with others. Her Island Animal cards, pack- “We didn’t know the island that aged in a hand-folded box, are sure well when we moved here,” she said. Celebration of to delight children and adults alike. “Initially we thought we’d give it a Featuring some of our favourite year, and we got sucked in. We love it.” residents, including Little Penguins, Watching her friends in Mel- echidnas and the Eastern-Barred bourne suffering through the lock- Bandicoots, the cards are a person- down, Eirian feels like she escaped Indigenous Artists al homage to Eirian’s adopted home. “in the nick of time”. The Bass Coast South Gippsland out objectives or structure. They are When she moved to the island in And she’s ahead of her time as well. Reconciliation Group is hosting the best described as a ‘pilgrimage’. A early 2019, Eirian was overwhelmed As a freelancer, she’s revelled in the Celebration of Indigenous Artists journey into silent depths, where by the wildlife she encountered on freedom of living out of the city and for NAIDOC Week for the seventh beauty lays quietly waiting to be her daily walks. Her Island Animal cards feature some working from home – an option that year. found, and truth is waiting to be ab- “I couldn’t believe how many of our favourite animal residents in many city-dwellers are actively pursu- A stunning display of the work of sorbed. weird animals there were. glorious colour, printed locally on 100 ing in the wake of the Covid restrictions. local Aboriginal artists can be seen “For me NAIDOC is about remem- “I thought it was a good way to get per cent recycled paper. “I’ve been a freelance illustrator for from this week at the Artspace, bering our Aboriginal and Torres to know the island by taking note of about ten years, so it was an easy tran- Wonthaggi. Strait heroes and heroines. Those all the animals.” package up the cards, which are now sition to work from Phillip Island.” The paintings cover a range of ar- like William Cooper, Pastor Doug Setting herself a target of one il- available online, or at Turn the Page And many of us would have seen tistic and cultural styles and means Nicolls and Aunty Gladys Nicolls. lustration a day, she started draw- in Cowes and The Store in Ventnor. her work without even realising it. of expression, some telling stories, We remember their challenges and ing every animal she encountered. The response has caught her a lit- “A lot of what I do is promoting a some deeply spiritual, some tradi- triumphs. We are inspired by their A night tour of Churchill Island tle by surprise, admitting she draws product or a company,” Eirian said. tional, some contemporary. legacies.” to observe the tiny Eastern Barred for herself without thinking about “Graphic illustration is really im- The NAIDOC exhibition is an op- Works are on display from No- Bandicoots by torchlight inspired the potential audience. portant at the moment. Everything portunity to showcase the rich and vember 3 until December 13, sur- more illustrations. “I am always illustrating for that you see that is illustrative is com- diverse cultures of our Aboriginal rounding NAIDOC Week (Novem- In between her commercial jobs – adults to enjoy, but I did think these municating something and there’s peoples and Torres Strait Islander ber 8-15). Visitors to the Artspace a professional illustrator Eirian has would be good for kids. someone at home working on that. peoples. will need to follow Covid-compliant worked with companies as diverse “A lot of my friends have bought “You just don’t see the face behind Safina Stewart is one of several requirements. The works can also as Uber, Spotify and Schweppes – the cards for their children.” the illustration.” artists who regularly takes part. be viewed on-line at www.naidoc- she first sketched the animals, then It’s not surprising the whimsical Island Animal cards are available at “Some of my pieces have a clear art.com.au from November 8. drew them up in Adobe illustrator. and colourful creatures have cap- Turn the Page, Cowes, The Store, Vent- plan and objective, such as my Mc- All works are for sale. It took about a year to create and tured people’s attention. nor and www.eirianchapman.com. Millan painting,” Safina said. The Artspace is in the Centennial “It had a specific purpose in bring- Centre, 1 Bent St, Wonthaggi. ing Aboriginal perspectives to the Enquiries should be directed to foreground of the public’s minds. Mary Mutsaers, maryemutsaers@ Cowes customer service still on hold Many of my artworks develop with- gmail.com With Covid restrictions easing, Bass Coast Shire Council has said face to face customer service will return from this week. School launches farmers market The Wonthaggi centre will be the Newhaven Primary School has first to reopen, operating from 10am launched a regular Farmers Mar- until 2pm weekdays. ket, as part of the school’s fund- “This will help us test working in a raising efforts. Covid-safe workplace while open to the With their major fundraiser, the public,” a Council spokesperson said. annual Cup Weekend fete can- “We can then consider other cen- celled due to Covid restrictions, tres reopening.” the school has organised a Farm- The dilemma for Cowes is where ers Market on Saturday, Novem- the Customer Service Centre will be ber 7 from 8am to 1pm. located, with the demolition of the The market will be held at an in- Cowes Cultural Centre. terim pop-up location in San Remo “We are currently reviewing ser- behind the Thirsty Camel Bottle Don’t miss the Newhaven Primary vice options for Cowes while the Shop at the San Remo Hotel. School’s Farmers Market in San centre remains closed and we will It will feature the best local and Remo this Saturday, 8am until 1pm. consider what this may look like as seasonal produce and a great Photo Markus Spiske – unsplash. more restrictions ease and demand range of speciality products. increases,” the spokesperson said. The school’s fundraising coor- cation behind the Thirsty Camel, At present, the reopened customer dinator, Jennifer Carroll said Ne- thanks to the generosity of the service centre in Wonthaggi will be whaven Primary has partnered owners of the San Remo Hotel.” for “transactional business only”. The Newhaven Visitor Information Centre will reopen from November 13, with an organisation to deliver She said the market will allow This includes payments, submit- but there are no confirmed plans for providing face-to-face customer ser- the monthly market, to help raise the school to fundraise and give ting permits, general enquiries and vice in Cowes with the Cultural Centre now demolished. funds for the school. back to local businesses and the collecting green caddy liner bags. “It’s also offering a service to community. “All other services areas will con- Information Centre will reopen to cial media channels, seven days a our local community, supporting The markets will be held at San tinue to be available to the commu- the public on Friday, November 13, week from 9am –5pm,” the council our farmers and stall holders,” Remo for the remainder of the nity online, over the phone, and by operating from 10am to 3pm Friday spokesperson confirmed. she said. year before moving to the school appointment.” to Monday. “We will monitor the situation and “Due to the current situation, grounds in 2021. Details at www. With the “ring of steel” around “Our Visitor Information staff will increase days of operation in line the market will commence on Sat- facebook.com/NewhavenFarmers- Melbourne set to be abolished from continue to be available via phone, with demand for our face-to-face urday, November 7 at a pop-up lo- MarketAU. November 8, the Newhaven Visitor email, the online chat and our so- service if needed.” THE ADVERTISER, Wednesday, November 4, 2020 - PAGE 15 College C l
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Newhaven College class of 2020 celebrated their end of school in a Covid safe ceremony.

It was a different celebration to mark the end what the pandemic had taught them. of secondary school for Year 12, but there were “It really is important to think about what still plenty of smiles and emotion. we’ve learned from what’s happened to us over Due to Covid restrictions, parents were not the past months. If we don’t stop and think able to attend. about life’s experiences, they can pass us by The morning began with a Year 12 breakfast and we can lose an opportunity to learn some- with students and staff, followed by the House thing from it. farewell meetings with students and staff “My personal congratulations to each of you speaking about each student. and as you take this next step in the journey of The Year 12 Presentation Assembly was held life, I really wish you much happiness and great in the new Amphitheatre. The prize winners success because I know you’re going to go out were awarded and each student received their and improve our world.” Valedictory Certifi cate. Mayor awards were presented to Sam Taylor Principal Gea Lovell addressed the students, (Principal’s Prize), Mia Stratmann (Papworth praising them for their hard work and commit- Prize), Faith Hollyoak (ADF Long Tan Leader- ment during a diffi cult year. ship Award) and Cailen Lone (ADF Future In- “If you are not where you want to be right novators Award). now don’t despair; dig deep, draw on family, At the completion of the assembly the Year 12 friends and the school – we’ll still be here for students made their way to the lawn area where you once you leave –and you’ll fi nd the path to they were joined (at a safe distance) by the where you want to go. whole school who came out to witness the tra- “You can’t let Covid be an excuse or allow it ditional ‘release of 50 white doves’; a spectacu- to interfere with your goals and what you wish lar highlight of the celebrations. Group photos to achieve,” she said. were then held on the Senior School Lawn fol- Ms Lovell called on students to think about lowed by a celebration luncheon in the gym. College band Parallel Parking performed as part of the Year 12 graduation ceremony.

Students took part in a smoking ceremony as part of the end ADF Long Tan Leadership Award winner Faith Hollyoak Recipient of the Principal’s Prize Sam Taylor pictured with of year celebrations. with Gea Lovell and David Hynes. Principal Gea Lovell, and Board Chair Greg Price.

2020 Papworth Prize winner Mia Stratmann with Gea Lovell 50 white doves were released as part of the ceremony, witnessed by the entire school. and Belinda Kinnane. PAGE 16 - THE ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2020 Kooky and spooky! The Covid-restrictions didn’t stop some intrepid trick or treaters roaming the streets on Saturday night, but overall, it was a subdued Halloween. With a limit to group sizes, warnings not to enter private property and DHHS recommending treats be individually wrapped and left on the fence, many ghouls and goblins opted for a backyard Halloween celebration. But Mother Nature came to the party supplying a brilliant full moon for the occasion.

Getting into the “spirit” of things, this house in San Remo had gravestones, skeletons, zombies, witches and plenty of cobwebs, sure to delight any trick or treaters.

A triple dose of Maleficent. Jenny Low (back) with Alya Williams and Clover Wynen.

It was a ghoulish and gloomy Halloween with Pumpkin head (aka Sailor Wynen), Finn Middleton and Lily Carville.

Spotted in Cowes, Blair Smyth from Bombshell Bettys Beauty, took a Covid-safe approach to Halloween.

Plenty of tricks with this bunch, and a superhero or two! From left: Rori, Jordan, Evelyn, . Ayla, Paddy, and Callum Scooting out to trick or treat in Cowes were Maggie and Finn, as a unicorn and Mario.

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0431 992 027 LK00024AA THE ADVERTISER, Wednesday, November 4, 2020 - PAGE 19 LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Tell us your views with a Letter to the Editor (350 word limit). Email to [email protected], or submit online at pisra.com.au Road rage projects Roads also say traffi c lights Traffic review needed slow down traffi c. As a member of the Com- Is there anything wrong It’s good to read the Phillip munity Reference Group with transponders buried in Island Conservation Society for Phillip Island Integrated road surfaces, so lights are supports the strategic plan- Transport Study, it was crazy. permanently green on main ning of transport, in com- Most of the year, traffi c fl ow road, only changing when ve- bination with caring for the is easy on what is a dead-end hicles need to turn right? environment. minor road. Safety and amenity is im- Characters from the Marrina Mouse Gingerbread Trail are featured in local businesses across If in doubt check Google the island. Follow the trail to fi nd them all and go in the running for some special prizes. No change needed. On busy maps. Newhaven to Cowes, portant too. weekends, it’s crawling grid- 15km and 16 minutes, so not Does anyone know the lock. So change makes no 60kmh already, so why not numbers of new homes built l difference. Tens of millions of relax, scrap remaining short annually on the island over w the g rai dollars only makes a bigger the last 10 years? And the lo in t 80kmh stretches? Fol gerbread parking lot. Bernie McComb, Cowes forecast of new homes to be It was all about safety for built over the next say fi ve There’s an extra bit of thrown their support behind Factory and Cowes IGA. starters. years? Christmas cheer spreading the idea with over 20 busi- The Trail begins at St Phil- At the turnoff to Cape Wool- Tackle the job yourself The Bass Coast Shire, across the island. nesses included on the map. ip’s Anglican Church in Cow- amai, just a T-intersection. So I wish to reply to Abso- Westernport Water and The Marrina Mouse Gin- Belinda said families can es, at the Elderberry sign. why not traffi c lights? But Vi- lute Disgrace, W. Stanley of Ausnet Services would have gerbread Trail is the brain- follow the map and fi nd the As you follow the trail, up- cRoads (RRV), attending early Cowes (Advertiser, October these numbers … it would be child of Belinda Phillips from characters, which are featured load a photo with the charac- meetings, were adamant traf- 21) regarding the foreshore at good to print the numbers in Marrina Mouse dance school. at the different businesses. ters you discover, and tag the fi c lights are dangerous, settle Stradbroke Avenue. the Advertiser. It’s a unique Christmas “Each business is bringing business and @marrinamous- for nothing less than empire Personally I do not know Just driving on the roads, journey designed to capture their own fl avour to the trail. esgingerbreadtrail, to go into building, big budget round- this section of Cowes but I can there is an awareness of the imagination and help “Phillip Island Chocolate a draw to win prizes from lo- about, dual lane, no less. Shire hear your frustration and an- there being much more traf- unite the community, with a Factory have got some pret- cal stores and services. folks were there also but can ger which you have directed fi c and activity around. map to guide children around ty delectable delights, and All prizes and details are public servants ever object to at Bass Coast Shire Council. The reality is the volume town to fi nd all the ginger- Citrus and Vine has special available on @marrinamous- big buck project? Surely if “the standard you of traffi c (cars, pedestrians, bread pieces. treats planned as well. esgingerbreadtrail Instagram Particularly crazy is speed walk past is the standard that bicycles, commercial ve- Belinda said she came up “Eleven Cafe is offering a page. limits. you accept” then nothing will hicles and industrial trans- with the concept of the trail free baby chino or children’s Businesses on the trail in- From before San Remo, all change. ports) has increased consid- using Marrina Mouse to help hot chocolate with the pur- clude: Marrina Mouses Danc- the way to Visitor Informa- My suggestion is that in- erably and will continue to lift people’s spirits. chase of a coffee. Each store ing House, Cowes CWA, tion Centre, its 60kmh then stead of berating others to increase over time, and ac- “It’s been a tough year for has something wonderful, so Cowes Newsagency, Kids Play 80kmh. Just 100 metres or clean up the mess you organ- tion is needed now. local businesses and a tough it is worthwhile popping into Toy Shop, Brinnie T & Design, so further is the Chocolate ise with neighbours and other I have written previously year for the community. each as you never know the Island Juicery, Penny Lane, Factory on the right, attract- concerned individuals and about several areas of con- “Marrina Mouse is a sym- exciting things you will fi nd,” Elements Hair, Eleven Café, ing big traffi c, big buses, big start tackling the job yourself. cern, including the need for bol to ‘Take A Leap’, no mat- Belinda said. The Jolly Lolly Trolley, Pino’s caravans and lots of cars. BCSC will assist if you ap- turn-in and turn-out lanes ter who you are or your age. There are two very special Trattoria, Neon Circus, Ocean Another 200 metres on the proach them, with tools, gloves, for Surf Beach and Sun- “I wanted to shine that characters along the trail Reach Brewery, Phillip Island right is turnoff to Churchill plants and insurance cover. derland Bay residents, the light on the community to let – Picky Penelope and Evie Bakery, The Waterboy Café, Island, again plenty of visi- I invite you to come and see questionable safety of the them know that together we the cool Llama – inspired by One Stop Discount Shop, Cot- tors, especially for major what other local volunteer fi ve-ways intersection near can achieve anything. Being children that attend Marrina ton Onto Craft, Cowes IGA, events. Further again on left groups have achieved. the Koala Conservation a performing arts teacher, I Mouses Dancing House. Phillip Island Chocolate Facto- is Cleeland Rd turnoff to Cape Woolamai Coast Ac- Centre and the poor condi- wanted to teach the children The map, including an au- ry, Silverleaves Café, Citrus & many houses. tion began in 2000 as a small tion of Justice Road between of Marrina Mouses Dancing dio version, can be accessed Vine and Grumpy’s Mini-Golf. Then it’s Woolamai Beach group of concerned locals Church Street and Settle- House a great lesson. That no on Instagram (@Marrina- Thanks to Sally Matthew’s Road, followed by Veterans and now 20 years later we ment Road, and also the sec- matter if the theatre is dark, MousesGingerbreadTrail) from Getaway Phillip Island Museum and Helicopters. So have a magnifi cent foreshore tion of Settlement Road be- the world is your stage.” or collected from Citrus and for sponsoring the Elderberry even before debating traffi c along Cleeland Bight. tween Justice Road and Red Local businesses have Vine, Phillip Island Chocolate sign at the start of the trail. lights, why not keep 60 kmh We meet monthly to weed, Rocks Road … a combina- speed limit until after all remove rubbish and in winter tion of RRV and Bass Coast these intersections? plant. And although Covid has Shire responsibilities. Whether it’s a report by meant we have only met twice It would be good if other PIITS, Shire, RACV or Vi- in 2020 we have still managed road users could write to CWA craft market at Loch cRoads, fi rst priority is al- to plant 250 new plants and the Advertiser with their Local CWA branches in Gippsland are com- thews is encouraging locals to donate unused ways claimed to develop “ac- thanks to the many local walk- thoughts too. bining for a Destash Craft Market in Loch on craft items to sell at the market. tive transport” which means ers who regularly pick up any A traffi c review is needed November 8. “It has been a tough year for Community walking and cycling. rubbish, we have a beautiful now and priorities set as a The market runs from 1pm – 4pm at the groups to fundraise and this is a wonderful Why is this priority never beach and foreshore. result. The two new round- Loch Hall and includes a fantastic range of event re-homing craft items. Out of the cup- delivered? Scenic Estate is another abouts on the Phillip Island craft supplies, fabrics, wool, needlework kits, board and box and onto the sewing table and With speed reduced to 60 example of just a few local Tourist Road have very scrapbooking supplies, vintage patterns, knitting needles,” she said. and traffi c lights, the argu- volunteers meeting regularly, much improved traffi c fl ow, craft books, threads and more. Items can be left at the CWA shop in Cowes. ment is that you get gaps in who over the past fi ve years, and the RRV and all in- You’ll also be able to enjoy the CWA’s leg- The Destash Market, Sunday, November 8. traffi c so that folks other than have transformed an eyesore volved should be congratu- endary Devonshire teas and other light re- 1pm – 4pm. Loch Hall, 16 Smith Street, Loch car drivers can safely cross. into a place of beauty. lated. freshments. Admission $2. Children free. 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South Coast Taxis are preparing for a busy member of the Phone 0433 377 836. summer and the easing of restrictions by San Remo Preschool Inc. is looking for an enthusiastic, The application is for a permit to: 100101a - 1 highly motivated person to join our team for the Phillip Island Bowling JO00382AA Amend the planning permit for a residential seeking more Taxi Drivers. following position to commence January 2021. Club Warren aged care facility for buildings and works The positions would suit both those looking Honkey after a long (extension), Alteration to road access and to earn some extra income or those looking for Qualified Early Childhood battle with cancer. removal of a restriction. PUBLIC NOTICES We pass on our The applicant for the permit is: Matthies Property more regular job. teacher for 15 hours per week deepest sympathies Investments P/L and Australian Aged Care The shifts are available from both our Cowes (Monday, Tuesday & Thursday 4 year old Kinder to Cynthia. Group P/L C/- Fastnet Consulting Pty Ltd. Phillip Island and Wonthaggi Depots working the areas of Program) plus, non-contact time as per award. The application reference number is: 100101a - 1 VECTEA2016 conditions apply. RSL Community Phillip Island, Wonthaggi or Leongatha. (12 month contract) You may look at the application and any documents Men’s Shed that support the application by visiting Council’s The successful applicants must be experienced Essential requirements: website at www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/planningads RepaiRs and drivers, be available to work a mix of days, Bachelor of Early Childhood Education or equivalent, Any person who may be affected by the granting of RestoRations nights and weekends and hold the appropriate Current First Aid Qualification, along with approved the permit may object or make other submissions to Anaphylaxis & Asthma training. Current Working From timber to metal - licenses including the Taxi Driver Accreditation. Mr Derek Hewson the responsible authority. small to large projects with children Assessments, VIT. Council collects and holds this Personal Information Reasonable prices (which can be sourced once successful). Good understanding of Early Years Framework, and Service Details: to comply with the Planning and Environment Act 1987 National Quality Frameworks & Child Safe Standards. A5436 Open Tues & Thurs Please phone 5951 4600 or send your resume to and the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic). Brendan at: [email protected] Written application including a resume Royal Australian 9am to noon JOC0112 and copy of qualifications should be forward by An objection must be sent to the Responsible or post PO Box 946, Cowes, 3922 Air Force Authority and include the reasons for the objection, Contact Terry on Thursday 19th November 2020. The President, and state how the objector would be affected, in 0438 808 428 Cathy Felstead San Remo Pre-school Committee, Members, writing, addressed to Bass Coast Shire Council, P.O. Box 118, Wonthaggi Vic 3995 or email P.O. Box 324 Management and San Remo Vic 3925 Staff of the Phillip [email protected] The responsible authority must make a copy of every Email enquiries can be made to: Island RSL Sub- [email protected] Branch regret the objection available for any person to inspect until the passing of Derek end of the period during which an application may be Hewson, a respected made for review of a decision on the application. Position Vacancies The responsible authority will not decide on the Service Member of Bass Coast Health SITUATION VACANT our Sub-Branch. Our application before 18 November 2020. sincere condolences If you object, the responsible authority will tell you are extended to The its decision. JO00377AA The Phillip Island & Bass Coast Health is seeking applications for Hewson Family. San Remo Advertiser the following positions: LEST WE FORGET. is bound by the Standards of Practice REGISTERED NURSE – URGENT CARE CENTRE of the Australia Press Casual – Closes 16/11/20 Council. If you believe REGISTERED NURSE FOR SALE the Standards may – EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT have been breached, Top Inva Care Pegasus you may approach the Permanent Part Time – Closes 15/11/20 OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA Scooter, with 2 new newspaper itself PHYSIOTHERAPIST – GRADE 2 PRIMARY SCHOOL COWES batteries and 1 charger or contact the Fixed Term Part Time – Closes 18/11/20 - $800. Council by email An exciting opportunity exists at Our Lady 0439 801 323 [email protected] PHYSIOTHERAPIST – GRADE 2 Star of the Sea School for an experienced NOTICE OF or by phone – AGED CARE and enthusiastic Part Time Education PUBLIC NOTICES (02) 8261 1930. Part Time – Closes 20/11/20 Support Offi cer commencing January 2021.

For further MSC7943 Ordinary information see REGISTERED NURSE – DISTRICT NURSING Applicants must embrace an ethos of working www.presscouncil.org.au Casual – Closes 06/11/20 in partnership with colleagues, parents and “For God so General Meeting students to develop a thriving contemporary loved the REGISTERED NURSE learning community where relationships are 16 November 2020 – GRADE 2 MIDWIFE .6 EFT highly respectful, refl ecting our school motto world that he ALCOHOLICS ANONY- Permanent Part Time – Closes 15/11/20 of Courage Compassion & Creativity. MOUS: Weekly meet- gave his one 4.30pm REGISTERED NURSE ings Bass Coast Shire, Applications should include: and only Son, – GRADE 2 MIDWIFE .4 EFT Wonthaggi - Tuesday Cover Letter Virtual Meeting Permanent Part Time – Closes 16/11/20 that whoever 8pm; AA Cowes Big Current CV believes in State Executive Elections Book meeting at St For full position details, a position Current Working with Children Check him shall not Philip’s Church (opp. description and how to apply, please refer Diploma or Certifi cate III For more information and to Coles) - Tuesday 7pm, to the BCH website basscoasthealth.org.au in Education Support (preferred) perish but 0417 317 470; Salvation or contact Human Resources via email Experienced applications

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EDITORIAL GUIDELINES a fair opportunity is given for GENERAL The Advertiser conducts its subsequent publication of CALL OUT FOR journalism in accordance with a reply if that is reasonably the guidelines of the Australian necessary to address a possible Press Council. breach of General Principle 3. A DISH HAND… The General Principles Privacy and avoidance of harm MEETING Accuracy and clarity 5. Avoid intruding on a person’s We are seeking out an individual for 1. Ensure that factual material reasonable expectations of in news reports and elsewhere privacy, unless doing so is a casual dish hand (up to 25 hours a week) is accurate and not misleading, sufficiently in the public interest. The Westernport Tennis Club AGM meeting in 2020 to join our team. Individuals apply only and is distinguishable from 6. Avoid causing or contributing other material such as opinion. materially to substantial by email; send applications to 2. 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Ensure that conflicts of cleanliness & efficiency of their workstation. inaccurate factual material or interests are avoided or omission of key facts. adequately disclosed, and that (contact the club secretary with your email address to be provided with the zoom meeting link) Must be available to work nights & weekends. 4. Ensure that where material they do not influence published refers adversely to a person, material. JO00366AA THE ADVERTISER, WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2020 - PAGE 21 Last year all the nominations for Citizen of the Year came from Phillip Island or San Remo, School Captains Sienna Macmillan and Sam with Don Turner eventually taking out the title. From left to right: Don Turner, Lija Mat- Teachers: Tash Robinson and Tori Ryan en- Schuller with the messages put together by thews, Colleen Gilbee, Michael Kenny, Linda Livett and Cheryl Overton. joyed their World Teachers Day treats. students for their “superhero” teachers. Who’s your citizen of the year? Our everyday superheroes! Nominations are now open for the 2021 “You hear of all the wonderful people who Last Friday Cowes Primary School cele- eryday superheroes”. These were collated and Bass Coast Australia Day Awards for Citizen have been previously nominated and to be brated World Teachers’ Day 2020. presented to each teacher by the school cap- of the Year and Young Citizen of the Year. held to that same accolade is something truly This year teachers (with support from parents tains, along with a delicious cookie. While 2020 has been a challenging year, it special,” Sophie said. and carers) have ensured education continues Principal, Rodney McKenzie said the teach- has not stopped the many beautiful acts of All nominees should: across the country, despite major challenges. ers at Cowes Primary School and across the caring, selflessness, giving and compassion • have made significant contributions to the COVID-19 and the move to remote learn- broader education community had “navigat- from individuals within our community. Bass Coast community ing has had a massive impact on teachers, ed new ways of teaching to help their students Do you know someone living in Bass Coast • have acted above and beyond the scope of students and parents. It has reinforced the achieve academically whilst supporting them who regularly goes above and beyond, you their regular employment or duties significant role teachers play in the lives of socially and emotionally through a difficult can always rely on for help, or you admire for • be inspirational role models children and students, their families and and scary time”. their contribution to the community? • positively impact the lives of others communities. Thank you to the teachers for their tireless These Awards allow us to recognise our lo- • live within the Shire The students at Cowes Primary School took work, collaboration and commitment to the cal heroes for all they do in our community. Nominees for Citizen of the Year must be time last week to write little notes to their “ev- students of Cowes Primary School. Nominating your local hero is easy and aged 25 years or over on January 26, 2021 and only takes a few minutes. for Young Citizen of the Year must be aged 16 Nominations close on Monday, November to 24 years on January 26, 2021. Nominations 23 and the finalists and winners will be an- must be for individuals, as those for multiple nounced in the lead up to Australia Day in people cannot be considered. January 2021. For more information, visit www.basscoast. This year’s Bass Coast Young Citizen of the vic.gov.au/ausday2021, email linda.ryan@bass- Year Sophie Bodling, said it was very hum- coast.vic.gov.au, or phone 1300 BCOAST (226 NATIONAL 2020 bling to be nominated. 278) or (03) 5671 2211. Wild minds! There was no dress up but plenty of imagination as Newhaven College celebrated Book Week’s “Curious Creatures, Wild Minds”.

The Men’s 21 Up Handicap was held at the Pictured at the Ladies 15 End 2 bowl compe- Phillip Island bowls club on Sunday and tition are (left to right) Carol Hoffman run- Dave Hanlon (left) was the winner with Glen ner up and Jan Dyer winner. Cohen runner-up.

Darcy Hevern, Prep, got creative as Prep student Oscar Lamaro was immersed part of Newhaven College’s Book Week in Book Week. celebrations. Phillip Island Bowls It has been a busy week at Dave Hanlon was the even- Bruce Puncher and Murray SITUATIONS VACANT the Phillip Island bowls club, tual winner with Glen Cohen McClimmont. with two of the club’s compe- runner up. Runner’s up: Lou Bellino, titions being decided. Social bowls on Thursday Reg Excell and Gwenda Ar- On Wednesday, the Ladies had 22 players enjoying their nold. 15 End 2 bowl competition games. The Nominated Triples will final was between Jan Dyer Winners were the team of begin Saturday, November 7. and Carol Hoffman. M. McClimmont, M. Micallef, 28 teams will play over sev- Jan Dyer was the win- C. Smith and T. Steward. en weeks. CASUAL POSITION: ner, with the last bowl of the Runner’s up were B. Malo- The Monthly Nominated game, it was a neck and neck ney, L. Rogerson, J. McFar- Triples will begin at Wont- right throughout. lane and L. Goodman. haggi on Wednesday. The Men’s 21 Up Handicap The Club’s Saturday Select- This has been a popular was held on Sunday. ed Triples has been a great intra club competition in the RELIEF WRITER It was a long game over success to begin the season. past. Are you a journalist or writer tuned in to local issues? three hours, as they had to The gusty wind conditions Pennant practice has com- wipe off their handicap be- tested many of us. menced, even with an unde- We’re looking for someone to work with us on a relief/casual basis. fore scoring. Winners: Steve Farrelly, cided commencement date. Our ideal candidate: Testing is available at: - Is based on Phillip Island or surrounds • Phillip Island Health Hub (24 hours a Take the test day). Call 5951 2100. Pre-operation testing - Has excellent writing / journalistic skills 2pm – 3pm daily. Everyone in the community, especially • Wonthaggi Hospital testing service is - Understands what issues are important to our local community young people, is encouraged to continue to now available between 9am – 1pm, Monday get tested to build resilience against a third to Friday (Pre-operation testing between - Is self-motivated, flexible and good with deadlines wave. 10am – 11am) and 10am – 2pm on weekends You should be tested if you display even and public holidays. If this sounds like you, then we want to hear from you. Please send the mildest Covid symptoms, including: You can also book a test with Wonthaggi fever, chills or sweats, cough, sore throat, a CV and three examples of recent work to [email protected]. Medical Group, Monday to Friday from 1pm shortness of breath, runny nose, or loss of – 5pm. Pre-operation testing between 10am sense of smell or taste. – 11am. Ph: 0492 036 568. PHILLIP ISLAND & SAN REMO Due to a reduction in numbers presenting People should phone their doctor or the for tests, changes have been made to testing Coronavirus hotline on 1800 675 398 if their times at the Urgent Care Centre and Wont- ADVERTISER symptoms get worse. haggi Hospital.

PAGE 22 - THE ADVERTISER, Wednesday, November 4, 2020 SPORT the next it’s squid then the next it’s anything. The bait with the slight ad- vantage over all the rest is fresh. Around theWITH JIM’S BAIT ANDBay TACKLE Head out early catch some cala- mari, salmon, couta or yakkas Cup weekend and the weath- ink stains to go with the reports, then head over for a snapper fish. er couldn’t have been any better artificial jigs the preferred and Whiting reports are up and with sunshine, light winds cre- most successful but some using down but much better now than ating plenty of opportunity to baited jigs did ok. It’s just a little a month ago with bigger fish head out for a fish. harder off the jetty using a float and bags being reported. Once the easterly stopped the with other people fishing. We held our whiting com- reports were good in the lead up Boating and the calamari petition over the weekend and to the weekend. Saturday was were ok with most at least find- while I have to write this be- patchy but picked up for the rest ing a couple to use to upgrade to fore the competition finishes of the weekend and we had some a red or two. on Tuesday afternoon, we have very good catches reported. Most in boats now are only had several good whiting from Being Cup long weekend putting in very short sessions both boats and land weighed in. there were plenty of visitors for the calamari, and are usu- Somebody will walk away with from other regional areas and ally on their way to look for a a $200 rod and reel combo on it was good to see the tables out snapper or some whiting, which Cup Day. the front of the pubs, restau- is probably why the numbers The whiting reports were con- rants and cafes full with people are down a little in the boats. centrated at one stage below the enjoying the sunshine while Squid jig colours are very dif- bridge in Cleeland Bight with helping put some money into ficult to work out and we had boats gunnel to gunnel all get- the local economy. times again in the shop with ting good fish. Overall, the fishing has been customers discussing the best It then changed and the re- ok but patchy over the last cou- colour, all different of course ports are coming from all over ple of weeks but with the warm- which shows the importance of the place and its back to a guess- er days it’s showing signs that building up a variety. ing game as to the best spot to the fishing is on the improve. Snapper haven’t started go, but when you find it you will We have seen some very good spawning as yet with the water quickly get a good feed. land based catches this season temperature a bit low, but are As the weather is warming Zac Hughes practising his drive on the batting-tee at PIDCC U12 practice on Monday. so far and hopefully the weath- still far more aggressive than up and the days are getting lon- er will settle soon, and we will they have been. ger, we are extending our shop start to get reports from those There are still the odd bigger hours, seven days a week, 8am waiting to fish offshore. fish that is just mouthing baits to 5pm Monday to Friday and Skilful pathway for local cricketers Land based this week has and not really hitting it hard 7am to 5pm weekends. continued to be consistent and so make sure you have options Our stock levels are getting By Phillip Island be nominated to attend Le- vide continuous contact with at times out fished the boats, es- with your hook types and sizes. better but it’s still a struggle & District Cricket Club ongatha and District Cricket the ball, whether fielding, pecially for calamari. Most of the reports came with suppliers having plenty of Association (LDCA) trials wicket keeping, bowling or The beaches at Ventnor and from the deeper snapper areas issues of their own. for regional representative batting. With the cricket season in Cleeland Bight produced but with the warm days we are We have a good local supply teams that can lead into the Regular repetition enables commencing this Saturday, plenty with some that were first starting to see more in the shal- of fresh octopus heads for your Cricket Victoria and Cricket players to develop skills that November 7 after a disrupt- thought to be clumps of weed lows late in the day. gummy, snapper and whiting Australia player pathway enable players to succeed ed winter due to COVID-19, they were so heavy. There is plenty of smaller pin- fishing as well as a large variety programs. in cricket, which, as a high- the PIDCC has established a There was a mixture of baited kies being reported and not a of baits and berleys. In this way, the PIDCC aims speed ball sport, can be quite clear pathway for players to jigs and artificial ones under lot you can do if they were an- We will start our guess the to build the community of ac- challenging. learn the game of cricket and floats and we had several re- noying you other than move. weight competitions on Face- tive cricketers and to provide All are looking forward to have fun. ports from customers start- The problem is most of the big- book soon and continue our opportunities for committed Saturday’s start of the sea- Keeping kids active in a ing to cast and retrieve off the ger fish are with the pinkies so auctions on Monday, Tuesday players who show promise. son. family-focused environment beach catching a few. extra baits and perseverance is and Wednesday evenings with All players at the club are And, Come-n-Try sessions is a key focus of the club com- If you are not using a float needed. the odd clear out of stock on exposed to structured prac- for girls to engage in cricket munity. and casting off the beach just The reports are also changing weekends. So if you haven’t tice activities and match sim- will be offered in November In addition to providing a remember not to let it sink too with more size pinkies being started following us on Face- ulations, aimed at maximis- and December, with matches game for all youngsters, the much as it will get caught in the reported and most catches are a book yet now is the time to do it. ing activity, enjoyment, and to be arranged in the LDCA club pathway is designed to weed and the jig will be gone. mixture of pinkies and snapper. We will also have details soon learning. in early 2021. connect with representative It takes a bit of practice to get it Baits don’t seem to be too of a competition we are running For boys and girls from Then we may see girls from cricket for those who may right. Finally some better num- critical either with customers during December and if you en- the Woolies Blasters, to U12, the Island connecting with aspire to higher levels of the bers off the jetties and plenty of telling us one day it’s pilchards joy a pub meal this one’s for you. sport. U14, U16, and the U20 Transi- the fabulously successful During the season, promis- tion Squad, to the four senior Australian Women’s Cricket ing, committed players will teams, the intention is to pro- programs. Female cricket comp begins By John Schelling, President, Leongatha & District Cricket Association

Female junior cricket has floated along over many years in the Leongatha and District Cricket Association The Thursday night ladies comp is back at Cowes, running from 6.30pm until 8pm. The mostly due to the efforts of group has been meeting for more than 10 years. Rob Wood and others with a number of local girls going on to represent their state, re- gion and our association. Thursday tennis ladies returns This situation has always The Thursday night ladies comp started up Organised by Joanne Dixon and Caroline been viewed as “o.k. but again last week at the Cowes tennis courts. Kennedy, the social tennis group is open to wom- could be better” and therefore The group, which has been running for en from Phillip Island and the Bass Coast area. needs more work. more than 10 years meets at 6.30pm for a few The spring/summer competition is already un- With thanks to the Commit- hours each Thursday. derway, but more players are always welcome. tee of Management, a number “We bring a plate to share at half time, and Anyone interested in joining can contact of our clubs and the foresight perhaps a sneaky wine,” said one member. Caroline Kennedy on 0408 595 729. of Geoff Wyatt, Rob Wood, David Hynes and Adam Sin- clair we will now see the birth of our first competition. These four people with the assistance of Luan Sinclair Midweek Ladies Tennis and Melissa Whelan will Midweek Ladies are back on the court after a Matches will be played up to December 8 form a Sub Committee to pro- into opportunities to par- there is no requirement at this break due to the lockdown rules. where the Christmas break begins. mote the competition to the ticipate and learn the game stage for girls to provide any All players were very happy to be back hitting Safe hitting everyone! wider community starting in a controlled environment gear themselves until they are the tennis ball again as well as catching up with with come and try afternoons which will aid their skill comfortable playing the sport. their teammates and opponents. POSITIONS AVAILABLE at the East Campus nets in strengths and improve their This is an exciting opportu- COVID-19 rules apply to all the matches which Phillip Island Football Netball Club Leongatha and the superb all-round abilities. nity to try something differ- means BYO lunch, along with other health rules. are seeking enthusiastic new complex at the Wonthag- The Association is looking ent and the possibilities also Recently the rescheduled AGM was held at the gi Recreation Reserve during for girls aged 12 to 16 to come exist for girls to play in the Wonthaggi Tennis Club. Cindy from Phillip Is- U18’s Football coach November/December. along and have a go with the male competition on a Satur- land remains president, Marg from Leongatha for our 2021 season The aim is to create an un- possible provision for slightly day as well should they like to takes over the secretary position from Karen of Please send applications and enquiries to der 16 competition with at older girls to be involved as test themselves. Wonthaggi, Janine remains the score secretary [email protected] least four teams who will play well. All information is provided and Chris from Inverloch is the treasurer. each other in a round robin Female players such as on the flyer and we look for- Thanks to all these ladies for helping the As- competition on a Sunday over Gabby Hynes and Jess Bohn ward to progressing female sociation run smoothly, especially in this chang- the months of January and who have both been involved cricket in our area as is pro- ing climate. At the AGM it was decided due to February 2021 in the region. with cricket at a higher level vided in many associations the shortened season re Covid, there will be no This will then lead the girls will assist where possible and throughout the state. finals this competition. JO00374AA THE ADVERTISER, Wednesday, November 4, 2020 - PAGE 23 17 KATHERINE CIRCUIT, COWES

The Go5s program: Thomas Fokkens, Jake Munday, Rory Fuery, Robbie Lamond, Solo Scarlett, Emmanuel Scarlett, Cocco Stafford, Niamh Moore, Mackinley Thompson, Annie Dempsey, Gracie Dempsey, Toby Challinor and Lucas Chihotski. $780,000 – $820,000 • Federation style • 4 bed/2 bath High 5 – soccer is back! • Loads of character 44 SILVERLEAVES AVENUE, By Phillip Island Soccer Club Under 17s. SILVERLEAVES The competition has The Phillip Island Soc- drawn in players from Ko- cer Club has had a posi- rumburra, Inverloch, Won- tive start to their first ever thaggi and Mirboo North. Go5s soccer program. We have a mix of players Go5s is a modified, so- totally new to soccer and cial version of soccer for others who have played for all ages and abilities. With several seasons. the lack of opportunities To run this program, we to play sport this year the have needed coaches and club wanted to offer this we are thankful to all the IPRCE program to provide an parents who have volun- opportunity, not only for teered. Junior members of REDUCED sport but also for commu- the club are also getting nity connection. the opportunity to referee We had a fantastic re- the games allowing them sponse and currently have to build and share their Players were keen to get back on the over 110 players aged soccer skills. field after limited opportunities to play $949,000 The competition will run Kelsey Dal Pozzo and Oscar Plenkovich sport this year. Wil Kliszewski (back- from 6-17 playing in the • Silverleaves Location competition in Under 8s, for six more weeks every in the Go5s program, which attracted ground), is pictured with Matt Thorn- Thursday at 5pm and 6pm. over 110 players aged from 6 to 17. borrow and Callum Chisholm. • Contemporary design Under 11s, Under 14s and • Established native garden

11-13 GALLEON CRESCENT, Phillip Island golf SUNSET STRIP Tuesday, October 27 – Thursday, October 29 – Men’s Stableford: Winner Mens and Ladies 18 Hole was Greg Williams H/c (15) Stableford: Winner was Mi- with 42 points from Steve chael Taylor H/c (13) with 41 SOLD Davie H/c (29) with 41 points. points from Barry Melven 9 Hole Stableford com- H/c (29) with 39 points on a petition winner was Reg countback from Rod Ward IPRCE Browne H/c (33) with 20 H/c (14) also with 39 points. points on a countback from 9 Hole competition win- REDUCED Bob Pascoe H/c (11) also ner was John Roadkis H/c with 20 points. (34) with 21 points from Da- Wednesday, October 28 – vid Schofield H/c (22) with Phillip Island’s Jarvis Cininas, the 2018 Open Champion, will be back attempting to Ladies Stableford: Winner 19 points on a countback reclaim his title at the Worksafe Tradies Challenge on November 28. was Cathy Jones H/c (30) from Basil Moloney H/c with 39 points from Sta- (13) also with 19 points. cey Meder H/c (28) with 38 Saturday, October 31 points. – Mens Monthly Medal – UNDStroke RE– Sponsored by Hol- WE HAVE Tradies paddle out Matchplay finals results lands Transport. ED EDRUCCongratulations go to CONTRA Grade TAC winner – Steve The Worksafe Tradies and a Pairs event. ceive a competitor pack the winners of the Match- Bann H/c (3) with 67 points. CASH BUYERS Challenge surf comp is re- This is the third con- and there are overPR $2000 CEI play finals in each division. A Grade r/up – Morgan turning and Phillip Island’s secutive year that Work- in prizes to be given away There were some good con- Ward H/c (8) with 72 points. READY TO Jarvis Cininas is hoping to safe, Fagg’s Mitre 10 and throughout the day. tests and great golf. Well B Grade winner – Syd Had- defend his 2018 title. Belmont Timber have “After a rocky 2020, we done ladies. ley H/c (16) with 71 points. PURCHASE The competition, pre- supported local tradies are stoked to have FFERSOevents A Grade: Faye Morris de- B Grade r/up – Ricky Jen- sented by Surfing Victoria through the event. back again and particu- feated Karen Green 17th. kins H/c (15) with 72 points. and Worksafe, pits the top “We’re happy to con- larly the TradiesN TIVIChal ED- B Grade: Lorraine Ham- C Grade winner and NOW! surfing tradies againsttinue our association with lenge,” said Surfing Victo- mon defeated Cheryl White Monthly Medal winner – each other. Worksafe , Surfing Victo- ria CEO Adam Robertson. 19th. Ron Wadey H/c (20) with 67 Held at Jan Juc Beach ria and the sponsorship “This is a great event to C Grade: Miyuki Yama- points. on November 28, the event of the Tradies Challenge bring people together after guchi defeated Lynore Mer- C Grade r/up – Ryanne will bring together 50 of in 2020. It really is a feel a tough year. It’s not just cer 3/2. Avery H/c (30) with 70 the top surfing tradies from good and laid-back event about the surfing, it’s about D Grade: Pam Ardern points on a countback. around the state to battle it that is open to all levels of people coming together to defeatedOpen CharleneSaturday Duthie from 2pmLadies – Stroke: Winner out for bragging rights. ability,” said Fagg’s Mitre catch up and have a great 18th. was Ros Reid H/c (30) with RENTAL Open to all tradies such 10 General manager An- day at the beach.” Thank you to the refer- 71 points from Joanne Dish- as carpenters, paint- drew Pitman. All events will be run ees, caddies and support- er H/c (23) with 72 points. ers, builders, plumbers, “We can’t wait to see under the Surfing Victoria ers. Men’s and Ladies – 9 PROPERTIES electricians, surfboard the end of COVID-19, the COVID-19 Risk Manage- 9 Hole Stableford com- Holes Stableford: 9 Hole shapers and more, the beginning of summer ment guidelines. petition winner was Faye winner was peter Wrigley event will feature three di- and the 2020 Tradie Chal- Entries for the event are Rosen H/c (45) with 16 H/c (10) with 20 points from URGENTLY visions of male and female lenge.” now open via www.surf- points from Maureen El- Bruce Smith H/c (37) with including Open, Over 35 All competitors will re- ingvic.com. lard H/c (45) with 13 points. 19 points. WANTED

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