THE QUEENSCLIFF AND POINT LONSDALE NEWS Published monthly on the first Wednesday and available in Queenscliff, OCTOBER, 2018 – Number 227 Phone: 5258 4828, e-mail: [email protected] Point Lonsdale and the Queenscliff/Sorrento Ferry. FREE – Average monthly circulation 5000 Website: www.queenscliffeherald.com.au Model boat show Despite it being Grand Final day been the owners of the original MV a steady stream of model boat Wyuna built in 1953 by Ferguson enthusiasts visited the Queens- Shipbuilders of Port Glasgow, Scot- cliffe Maritime Museum to see land for the Port Phillip Sea Pilots model boats in all shapes and sizes. organisation as a pilot cutter. She is Museum president John Barrett propelled by a diesel-electric power said the numbers dropped away plant consisting of diesel generators about 2pm but that wasn't sur- powering electric motors coupled to prising as people stayed home to the propeller shafts. watch the final on TV. Numbers Her role as a pilot cutter was to sail picked up on the Sunday and Model with pilots on board to meet ships Boat Show was declared a winner. entering Port Phillip Bay. Pilots Rosey Kendall and Brian Wastell would be transferred by the Wyuna's from Patterson Lakes and members workboat to the vessel requiring of the Victorian Maritime Centre, pilotage while it was stopped dead in had several model boats on display in the water, with shelter provided by the museum's historic Boat Shed the vessel itself. In 1979 the Wyuna including SS Awatia, made by the was sold to the Australian Maritime New Zealand Steamship Co. that College in Launceston, Tasmania as Rosey's dad worked on in England. a training vessel. "She's berthed in A combination of Visitor Information Centre, Library and Historical Resource Centre with modern Museum and History Research "Dad was a shipwright and saw the Launceston now where we're refit- facilities, the complex is expected to highlight the rich heritage of this unique Borough. boat launched," said Rosey. "When ting her with the help of volunteers," he came to Australia he worked as a said Rosey. "Eventually she'll be used carpenter and began making model for school camps and conferences boats. I was eight years old when I and will become part of the Victorian made my first model boat from Maritime Centre at Hastings." Queenscliff Cultural Hub timber and I've always enjoyed model The model boat Wyuna took boat building as a hobby ever since." about four years to make explained The State Government is pro- State Government's commitment to been finalised. When the funding Rosey and Brian's other model Brian. "Most of the pieces are hand viding an additional $1.2 million redirect $2.5 million from Destination arrangement is in place, Council will be boats on display included the made or bought from Float a Boat, investment for the Queenscliff Cul- Queenscliff project towards the Hub. in a position to provide more detailed battleship HMS Warspite and the SS the only dedicated boat shop in tural Hub to create the multiuse "The State Government wants to information about the project gover- Orion built in 1934 and scrapped in Victoria. The bollards are made from facility the community wants. Mem- work with the Borough of Queens-cliffe nance arrangements. 1963 that brought thousands of .22 bullet shells and the deck is ber for Bellarine, Lisa Neville, said to deliver a project that has strong Given the level of planning and migrants to our shores, SS Stability a planked with real wood. Our greatest she would chair a Project Control support from locals - we're not in the advocacy to secure funding from State Thames coaster and MV Wyuna. pleasure is seeing the boats float and Group and will ensure the project is business of dictating to residents about and Federal Governments, Council is Since 2013 Rosey and Brian have operating by remote control." delivered in a transparent and inclus- what they need," said Ms Neville. "I looking forward to progressing the ive manner, working in close part- have listened to the local community Queenscliff Cultural Hub project." nership with the local community and have worked hard within "When completed in December and all stakeholders. Government to ensure a first class Hub 2020, this complex is expected to The additional funding will pro- will be delivered to the community of provide local residents and visitors vide the Borough of Queenscliffe with Queenscliff. I now look forward to with a first class, state-of-the-art the confidence it needs to get on with working with the community of attraction which will appeal to all delivering a new building to connect Queenscliff in delivering this great generations and prove to be a central the current Queenscliff Visitor Infor- project." plank in the Council's 'Destination mation Centre, Queenscliff Library BOQ Mayor Susan Salter said, "The Queenscliff' initiative," said Garry and Queenscliff Historical Museum, State Government announcement will Spry Hon. President of the Museum. creating a continuous access between result in a formal funding agreement "We can't wait to get started now that the facilities. The new centre will also that will shape the governance of the the state government has raised the assist in rejuvenating Hesse Street. Hub project. As the formal legal funding green flag and we commend the Local The extra funding builds on the agreement for the Queenscliff Cultural Member for recognizing the value of $450,000 already provided through Hub is not yet in place, the respective the proposal and committing the the Living Libraries program, and the roles of all project stakeholders have not funds to make it happen."

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More information from Brooke Connor, Transition Towns Borough Destination Queenscliff Mayor’s of Queenscliffe Coordinator, 0422 705 768. Protect yourself during revised by council Column grass pollen season Council reminds everybody, par- “Council has listened to the impact on privacy within and views ticularly those of you who suffer from community, to the Hon. Sarah from the lodges. Congratulations Season Damage to beach access ramp hay fever or asthma, to talk to your 2018 Premiers The concrete beach access ramp Henderson, Federal Member for Council will now work with the doctor about what you can do to help Corangamite, and to the Hon. Lisa Council congratulates the Queens- immediately below the Point Lons- Destination Queenscliff design con- protect yourself from the risk of Neville, Member for Bellarine," said cliff Football Netball Club's Under 17 dale shopping strip was damaged sultants to prepare a revised concept thunderstorm asthma during grass Borough of Queenscliffe Mayor, Cr Girls Netball Team, Under 15 Boys during a recent large sea swell, which plan, in line with Council's resolution pollen season, which begins in October Susan Salter. "As a result, we have Football Team and Under 17 Boys caused sections of the access ramp to above. When the concept plan has and runs until the end of December. revised elements of the Destination Football Team on their recent crack and break. Because the sea wall been revised, a further round of During grass pollen season, the Queenscliff project to address recent Premiership victories. It is marvellous and associated infrastructure is community consultation will take chance of developing thunderstorm feedback." to see our young people enjoying such managed by the State Government, place. asthma increases. For people with These include: Refining, enhan- well-deserved success and celebrate Council has contacted the Depart- "Council looks forward to gather- asthma or hay fever, especially those cing and reinstating the Bullring, to with them. Many of you will have ment of Environment, Land, Water ing further community input into this who experience wheezing or cough- respect its experience and character; seen the Avenue of Honour trees and Planning (DELWP) to report the important project that will benefit the ing with their hay fever, thunderstorm Locating the proposed new kiosk in decorated in red, white and blue to damage. Following their assessment community and provide an economic asthma can be sudden, serious and life the immediate vicinity of the existing mark these achievements. and determination of cost to repair the boost to the local economy," said Cr threatening. Please visit www.better- kiosk location, at a size comparative Well done to all the QFNC teams, wall, DELWP will provide advice Salter. health.vic.gov.au/thunderstormasth to the current kiosk size, and and to the administrators and regarding timing of works. Destination Queenscliff will assist ma for more information and advice incorporating public toilets; Retaining volunteers who put in many hours Council is working with DELWP Council to raise sufficient revenue to about managing the risks of thunder- six lodges in accordance with the behind the scenes to support the to undertake the repairs as soon as maintain areas of Crown land for storm asthma, and refer to the thun- formal funding agreement between players, organise training, run the practicable. In the meantime, a barrier which it has Committee of Manage- derstorm asthma forecasting system, Council and the Federal Government canteen and take care of all the other has been erected to prevent pedestrian ment responsibility. Council took on www.emergency.vic.gov.au/prepare/ under the National Stronger Regions large and small tasks that go into the access to the affected section of the substantial additional responsibilities #thunderstorm-asthma-forecast, to Fund, ensuring the lodges are con- management of a successful season. ramp. People are asked to be careful in when the Borough of Queenscliffe help prepare for high-risk days. tained within the footprint of the Go Coutas! this area and use another access path was appointed Committee of Man- October Community Listening Post Queenscliff Recreation Reserve, re- Ron Tandberg Artist Board to the beach. agement for the Queenscliff and Point Tuesday 23 October 6:30-7:30pm, ducing the height of the lodges above Council is very proud to host the Transition Towns Lonsdale Lighthouse Reserves in Queenscliff Uniting Church Bay existing ground level, minimising any 2012. launch of a new Artist Board hon- Transition Towns Borough of Room corner of Hesse and Stokes ouring the work of cartoonist and Queenscliffe, in association with the Streets. Please join us to share your illustrator Ron Tandberg. The launch Queenscliff and District Men's Shed, ideas and feedback with Councillors. will take place at 11am on Sunday 21 is inviting people with specialist skills Next Meeting Free Wills for Australian Seniors October at the Ferry to Pier board- such as sewing, mending, jewellery, Thursday 25 October commencing This October, as a Premier can be used to prepare a new Will or walk, between the Queenscliff Har- clock repairs, and information tech- at 7pm. All welcome. Partner of the Victorian Seniors update an existing Will. bour and the Queenscliff Pier. Every- nology, to donate their time and capa- Cr Susan Salter Festival, State Trustees wants to In addition, State Trustees are one in the community is invited, and bilities at the first Queenscliff Repair Mayor, Borough of Queenscliffe we hope that you will join us in the Café event. honour the legacy of every Victorian offering a 20% discount for Wills Queenscliff Pavilion for tea, coffee A Repair Café is an event where senior and highlight the importance made by the family and friends of all and biscuits afterwards. specialist volunteers endeavour to fix of protecting what they will leave Victorian seniors. When you are in local government, behind. Bookings must be made by 31 Ron Tandberg was a much-loved broken items for the cost of parts and a you are on the ground, and you are and admired member of our comm- small donation. The Transition Towns In an unprecedented move, State October 2018 and the free Will must looking into the eyes and hearts of the Trustees, the public trustee for be signed by 31 December 2018. unity and his work made a huge con- Borough of Queenscliffe Repair Café people you are there to serve. It teaches tribution to our nation's culture. An will be held at the Queenscliffe Victoria, is offering free Wills to all Contact State Trustees 1300 138 you to listen; it teaches you to be Victorian seniors throughout the 672 or visit statetrustees.com.au/free exhibition of Ron's work, including a Neighbourhood House on Saturday 6 expansive in the people with whom you series of short videos of Ron October 2018 from 10:00am until month of October. wills. talk to, and I think that that en- All Victorians aged over 60 will be discussing the creation of his famous 12:00 noon. gagement gives you political judgment. A son can bear with equanimity the loss caricatures, will be on display in the Council encourages handy people offered a free one-hour Will appoint- ~ Valerie Jarrett, ment with an expert Will writer who of his father, but the loss of his inheritance Queenscliff Library from Friday 5 in our community to volunteer their may drive him to despair. American Lawyer. will help prepare the Will. This offer October until Saturday 27 October. services at the Repair Café. ~ Niccolo Machiavelli.

Copyright: Swansong Publishing 2018 Come and try croquet ISSN: 1443-5071 As part of the Victorian Seniors festival, the Queenscliff Croquet Club is hosting a Come and Try Croquet day at the Club in Hesse Street, Queenscliff on Saturday 13 October 2-3:30pm. This is a free, fun event and all are welcome. READERS PLEASE NOTE Equipment provided. Please wear flat-soled The next edition will be available on shoes. Afternoon tea provided. Wednesday November 7, 2018. Copy deadlines are one week prior for this For more information call Ann 5278 0411 edition on Wednesday, October 31. or Gail 5258 2270 or just turn up! Queenscliffe Herald, October 2018 – Page 3 LETTER TO THE EDITOR Rolling Pin strikes gold Destination Queenscliff Mark 3 Rolling Pin bakery went for gold easier to buy one from one of their "Council's doggedness in ignoring valid concerns that has stripped away community respect and resulted in an at the recent 29th Great Aussie Pie three outlets in Queenscliff, Ocean apparent loss of confidence in the council by our two local MPs." - Queenscliff Community Assoc. Competition and came home with 13 Grove and Leopold. Gold Medals and Two Silver from 15 Nathan said Rolling Pin has been We write to comment on BOQs Council still refuses to acknow- project will become neither a White entries including Best Game Pie, the entering the competition since the 'Mark 3 'plans for the Shortland's Bluff ledge that a majority of the comm- Elephant nor a financial black hole for Crocodile Korma. early 90s and have won about 100 gold Destination Queenscliff project. We unity has consistently expressed a ratepayers? General manager Nathan Wil- medals. "Winning is always great for welcome the apparent belated recog- wish for minimal infrastructure Council's flawed processes and liams said it was the first time Rolling morale and keeps us on our toes to nition of the importance of the Bullring development on Shortland's Bluff. unwillingness to have a productive Pin had entered the game category maintain high quality products. Cus- and the apparent changed size and They favour landscaping, walking conversation with the community has and they were delighted with the win. tomers have expressed their good siting of the kiosk to its current location. tracks, BBQs, picnic tables, ship plagued the Destination Queenscliff Unlike Colonel Sanders and his secret wishes and some have been tempted However, we have continued reser- viewing, improvements to Anzac Day project from the start. It has been ingredients Nathan was happy to to try the croc pie that they say is very vations about the many unknowns, in (and other events and memorial Council's doggedness in ignoring valid share what went into making a gold different to the usual game pies what are not at present, even concept occasions) facilities and a place for concerns that has stripped away winning pie. available. plans. Currently council fails to have quiet reflection. These appear to have community respect and resulted in an "Korma paste, coconut milk, The Great Aussie Pie Com- planning zone approvals. These been ignored. Indeed, the question of apparent loss of confidence in the cream and yoghurt, cherry tomatoes, petition, established in 1989, judges unknowns and failings are a further whether there will be enough funds council by our two local MPs. lime pickle and crocodile meat from several categories of pies including cause for concern. left for these elements is unanswered. When developing the revised Yarra Valley Game Meats slow plain, gourmet, apple, gluten-free and The vagueness and brevity of the Council is still unable able to concept plans, surely it is time that cooked for around 3 hours," said seafood. Over the years Rolling Pin agenda at council's September meet- produce any evidence to prove their Council undertakes a genuine con- Nathan. Sound great but it's much has won gold in most of them. ing and subsequent media release oft repeated statement that this project sultation of all key stake holders and leave many unanswered questions. will provide an economic boost to the the general community and THEN It is alarming that council could fail local economy. Given the reduced approaches the consultants for design to undertake appropriate heritage and available funding and the forced details that reflect the issues raised. By environmental studies before starting reduction in the number of cabins, doing so it should be possible to arrive the process and have done very little plus the additional costs associated at an outcome acceptable to the subsequent research. The community with relocating the current cabins community for the sustainable use of has embraced the opportunities of away from the Rec Reserve, we ask prime coastal Crown Land and one such discoveries, yet council appears where are the revised Federal funding that celebrates the headland's rich to have merely considered them as deeds underpinning the grants? historical connections and environ- obstacles in their quest to develop the Where are the revised business mental values. Bluff and environs. plans and modelling to prove that this Queenscliff Community Assoc.

follow the Arts Trail. Bellarine Arts Trail It's a great way to spend the day and you might discover the perfect Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th November 10am-4pm piece of art for your home or office. Celebrating over 100 local artists Queenscliff Town Hall & Neigh- The Barwon Heads Arts Council across 40 venues. Discover the art bourhood House and The Pavillion in Inc. was established as a not-for-pro?t and meet the artists in their studios Lower Princess Park or call in at one incorporated organisation in 2013 and creative venues in Barwon of the many artists at home. with the following vision. To develop Heads, Ocean Grove, Point Lons- Point Lonsdale - Swellarts, New a community arts hub for artists and dale & Queenscliff. Hall, Tussock Upstairs and the annual the community to come together; Queenscliff Galleries - Seaview Rotary Art Show at the Point To promote creative education Gallery, QAL Arts, Queenscliff Lonsdale school hall. though workshops, events and Gallery & Workshop, Salt and several Pick up a brochure around town or festivals; To promote the arts Rolling Pin manager Nathan Williams holding the plaque for the Crocodile Korma pie artists work is on display at the the Tourist Information Centre and throughout the Bellarine Peninsula with staffers Tanya and Nikki.

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Don’ t forget it is school enrolment time Enrolments at Point Lonsdale P.S currently being accepted for 2019 classes. Yes we do have vacancies and are currently not zoned. Yes we are inclusive. Yes we believe relationships are the foundation for successful learning at all ages and stages. Yes we have an experienced and highly qual- ified staff. Yes we do run transition programs but par- ticipation is not a pre-requisite for enrolment. Most importantly our goal is to support your child to be the best they can possibly be in all facets of life. Never work Munchkins galore! Need more information? with children Contact the school for an information pack or or animals. Queenscliff primary school's Jed Hutchens played the Wizard, exciting. Look at my lovely costume. classroom visits. ~ W.C. Fields. production of the The Wizard of Bailey Drummond played Dorothy, Dorothy met Kathryn, a very Phone 52581501 to speak to the principal Oz saw all 60 students participate Kathryn Grima was the Wicked scary Wicked Witch and her Fay Agterhuis in the production - on stage and Witch of the West, her sidekick engaging Widget played by Inez. off. Widget was played by Inez De La The swirl of Winged Monkeys The school's performing arts Mer. made us laugh, especially the sleepy teacher Hannah Petrie developed Projection onto a large on-stage one who carried a pillow and fell at the script ensuring every child had a screen swept us up into the eye of the drop of a hat. part. "Costumes, sets and the the hurricane and took us with Thank Heavens for Glinda. In students' professionalism and confi- Dorothy and her reluctant dog Toto her pink gown and VERY TALL dence on stage was a credit to the into the Land of Oz. Clever stuff. hat, Grace and her tutu clad dancers school's dedication to the Arts Following the Yellow Brick Road saved the day. They too loved every Program," said Ms Petrie. Dorothy gathered up her compan- minute of their moment on stage. School principal, Richard Buck- ions, the sweetly singing Scarecrow How beautiful was the Emerald ingham, said the school was Izzy, a cuddly Liam Lion and Rico, City? Again, full marks for the committed to exposing students to a most convincing Tin Man who staging. The projection of the the arts and the production was tapped his tin feet. Wizard on to the screen was evidence of their growth within the Along the way Dorothy met the inspired. Do you keep that mar- arts. "Over 400 people enjoyed the little Munchkins, a bedazzled array vellous coat, Jed? show at Newcomb Secondary of little actors delightfully overawed Yes, truly there is no place like College Hall that was cost free," he by their own presence on stage and Queenscliff Primary School. said. YOUR presence in the audience. So Rosemary Brown Building a world class Geelong Performing Arts Centre A re-elected Andrews Labor project will cover around two thirds Member for Bellarine Lisa Government will deliver the final of the site, with most of the work Neville says: "This is a win for the stage of the Geelong Performing focusing on the Little Malop Street whole region - whether you live in Arts Centre (GPAC) redevelop- side of the building. Geelong, the Surf Coast or Bellarine ment, creating local jobs, bringing Premier Daniel Andrews says: Peninsula, you'll no longer have to top acts to Geelong and giving "Good jobs, entertainment, arts and travel to Melbourne to see the best community groups a stage to shine. sports all combine to make a city a acts from around Australia and the It will include a 500-seat drama great place to live, and only Labor world." theatre, new 250 seat courtyard will keep delivering that. Geelong is theatre, a new black box theatre, an a great place to live and more outdoor atrium, more dining Victorians are moving to our state's To advertise options, an upgraded box office and second largest city for good jobs and refurbished back of house and a better lifestyle." in the administration facilities. The project will create around Work is currently underway on 600 construction jobs and more Queenscliffe Herald the $38.5 million second stage than 300 ongoing local jobs in the Call Carmel which includes a new foyer, bar area tourism and service industries. and four rehearsal studios on the Work will start in 2020 and be 5258 4828 Ryrie Street side. The $128 million completed by 2023. Queenscliffe Herald, October 2018 – Page 5 Perfume Masterclass at CLIFFE’S CAFÉ AND PIZZA PHONE: 03 5258 1166 Queenscliff Gallery One of K Rocks OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK The appeal of perfume is that it is at once ephemeral and empowering. It creates a shimmering Top 10 BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER Pizzas! invisible armour that lingers in a room long after its wearer has gone and infuses our imagination Sunday - Thursday: 10am to 9pm with a subtle power, hinting at a hidden identity.~ Mary Gaitskill, novelist. Friday & Saturday: 10am to 10pm

This quote is almost word for of original Australian art and the and nibbles, a gift bag, sample • PHONE ORDERS AVAILABLE word how Lucy Borland from generous hospitality of Theo and perfumes and $50 off any perfume • FULLY LICENCED Agence de Parfum described how Soula." purchase that most of the women • EAT IN OR TAKE AWAY perfumes can identify the woman Guests included locals, two from joyfully redeemed after testing wearing it. Lucy's latest Perfume Geelong and previously guests perfumes on the inside of their • GREAT FOOD EVERY DAY! Masterclass, hosted by Frances and travelled from Melbourne to elbows. • HOME DELIVERY Loretta, co-owners of Homebody participate. Perfumes came from The next Perfume Masterclass Orchard in Hesse Street, was a Julliette Has a Gun, Miller et will be in early summer 2019 so pop FIND US ON Facebook OR delight for the senses and very Bertaux, Mark Buxton, Grandi- into Homebody Orchard for details www.cliffes.com.au informative. flora and many more that are and while you're there take the time Stories about the perfume available at Homebody. to test out a perfume or two - they 1 SYMONDS STREET, QUEENSCLIFF, VIC 3225 makers and their inspiration for The $50 price tag included wine are sublime. creating their perfumes were fascinating as were the ingredients of the perfumes and tips on where to store your perfumes. Choose a spot away from direct light. They T & R ASIAN CUISINE tend to last longer when stored in Vietnamese & Indian Cuisine darker places like a closet or a drawer. VIETNAMESE MR TANDOOR Maximise the power of your perfume by giving your wrists, LUNCH INDIAN FOOD collar bone and décolletage (neck, PHO TANDOORI CHICKEN shoulders and back) a sprtiz. RICE PAPER ROLLS NAAN BREADS As part of the recent Low Light Festival, Homebody Orchard STIR FRIED NOODLES CURRIES hosted a Cire Trudon candle launch FRIED RICE RICE DISHES at Clydesville in Gellibrand Street. VIETNAMESE ICED COFFEE (ALL MEATS HALAL) "We love collaborating with other Trading Hours – Open 7 days local businesses," said Frances. "The event in the Queenscliff Lunch: 11.30am-3.30pm Dinner: 5.00pm-10.00pm Gallery & Workshop was very The gallery masterclass was just one of many Perfume Masterclasses special given the beautiful backdrop Lucy has done for Homebody. DINE IN OR TAKE AWAY – BYO only (No corkage charge) 13 Hesse Street Queenscliff News from your local MP Phone: 4225 2924 State Government's Free ion, those people unemployed or some way or just supporting the TAFE Courses retrenched will also be eligible. club. From 1 January 2019 Free Information freetafe.vic.gov.au or It is for these reasons that as your TAFE courses for eligible students phone 13 18 23. local MP I have been more than are available in 30 priority non- Change for our sporting season willing to work with, and for, our apprenticeship courses. A further 20 With the winter sporting season sporting clubs across the Bellarine in government subsidised appren- just completed, finals now run and providing first class sporting ticeship pathway courses will also won and the summer quickly facilities. Like the Queenscliff be free. approaching, I congratulate all local Sports precinct, the Drysdale Sports Free TAFE, providing free football and netball clubs for their Precinct and the major upgrades at course tuition fees, will reduce the efforts throughout the season. clubs like Barwon Heads Football R I S T O R A N T E financial barrier for students In my view, the value of sporting and Netball Clubs. FULLY LICENCED wanting to train in courses that lead clubs can be very much underesti- The life blood of all our clubs are to the occupations that are needed mated within a community. This is the thousands of committed DINNER FROM 5PM TILL LATE NIGHTLY most by employers in the Victorian especially so for the thousands of volunteers and parents who provide CHECK WEEKLY SPECIALS ON FACEBOOK economy. juniors who learn not only a their time and effort in running The courses will be offered at sporting skill but also valuable life clubs. EAT IN & TAKEAWAY - HOME DELIVERY Victorian TAFE institutes including lessons such as leadership, team If it was not for their efforts our OPEN 6 DAYS (Closed Wednesdays) the Gordon. The courses have been work and commitment to name but clubs would not exist. My thanks prioritised because they lead to jobs a few. and commendations to all those in high growth industries as well as Sporting clubs, especially those dedicated volunteers who make 38 HESSE STREET, QUEENSCLIFF important areas for Victoria, like in rural and regional communities, their clubs tick. preventing family violence, rolling bring communities together, pro- Finally I wish our summer clubs Ph: 5258 1838 out the NDIS and delivering our viding an important social oppor- all the best for upcoming season major infrastructure projects. tunity and cohesion for their club whatever their chosen sport maybe. Industries covered included members. This is particularly im- As always, please don't hesitate construction, health, community portant for many people who to contact me by email or call my services, disability services, agri- otherwise may be socially isolated, office if there are any matters I may culture, hospitality and tourism. especially the more senior members be able to assist you with directly. Those eligible are people under of our communities. Hon Lisa Neville MP 20 regardless of any qualifications Every time I go to a local game I Member for Bellarine or older than 20 and enrolling in a always notice the more senior [email protected] course that is a higher qualification members of a community amongst Twitter@Lisanevillemp than previously attained. In addit- the club members volunteering in 52 501 987

White Night to light up Geelong Geelong's first ever White Night will bring the city to life in spec- tacular fashion on Saturday 13 Oct. FISH AND CHIPS White Night features over 50 different displays and performances TAKE AWAY FOOD stretching down Gheringhap Street FRESH LOCAL SEAFOOD DAILY from Ryrie Street to the waterfront. A key element will be celebrating the OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK city's maritime heritage. The 'Siren PHONE ORDERS WELCOME Song' display of Greek mythological BAIT & TACKLE AVAILABLE creatures projected onto the sails of yachts anchored beside Cunning-ham QUEENSCLIFF: 4 Gellibrand Street – 5258 2334 Pier will be spectacular. See the full program at white- CLIFTON SPRINGS: Jetty Road – 5253 1821 night.com.au/Geelong Page 6 – Queenscliffe Herald, October 2018 Adventure Park Geelong opens soon for summer The warm weather is almost here and Victoria's biggest water theme park is ready to b ri ng E PI C to your summer. Adventure Park Geelong will open its doors to the public for the season on Saturday 27 October 2018 until 22 April 2019. Will you brave the Tornado, Victoria's biggest and only Proslide Tornado waterslide, facilities. There's a big selection of food, launched in November 2017. It's a heart- beverages and treats available in dining outlets. stopping, adrenaline pumping thrill ride putting What: Adventure Park Geelong opens for the Adventure Park Geelong on the map, and at just 2018/19 season. over an hour's drive from Melbourne, makes it When: Saturday 27 October 2018 to 22 April the ultimate destination for families in summer. 2019. The Tornado adds to the huge line up of over Where: Adventure Park, 1249 Bellarine Hwy, 20 rides and attractions, including splashtastic Wallington Vic. water attractions like the relaxing Lazy River, Entry: $44.50 for General Admission, guests the speed racing Aqua Racer, and the family 120cm tall & over. friendly water play areas and waterslides - $34.50 for Junior Admission, guests 90cm to suitable for all ages. 120cm tall. Adventure Park also boasts classic 'dry' rides - Child Admission, under 90cm tall are free. like the Ferris Wheel, Grand Carousel, the - $27 for Senior Admission (Guests 60 years and dizzying Crazy Coaster, Red Baron, mini golf over). and Little Buggy Speedway cars that lets the - $27 for disabled / carer Admission. kids jump into the driver seat. More information: BYO own picnic or use the free onsite BBQ www.adventurepark.com.au The Tornado – the ride that had everyone talking and screaming last year. Stopping developers ruining Atrium Project for Uniting Church Minister Kerrie Lingham said the plained how the Atrium would Courtyard Atrium is an exciting new look. "It will be approximately 10 Bellarine and the Surf Coast community venture at the Queens- metres by 5 metres creating an open or MP Lisa Neville says a re-elected immediate boost. The Andrews long's massive growth with multi- cliff Uniting Church and would weatherproof space over the south Labor Government will declare both Labor Government will use $8 storey developments and sprawling compliment and extend the current west courtyard area. It will have a the Surf Coast and Bellarine million, to upgrade significant parks housing estates. church spaces. clear hipped-style roof in keeping with Peninsula a Distinctive Area and and wet-lands in the distinctive areas Ultimately there will be and must "The Atrium will have a different the current aesthetic and architecture Landscape under the Planning and including Lake Connewarre, Moolap be a limit to development - the current vibe to the current facilities and will of the Church and Bay Room. With Environment Act 1987 that will and the coastal reserves. boundaries provide some ability to provide an attractive area for new clear, sturdy blinds which can be easily permanently protect these areas from The Statement of Planning Policy grow especially in the main towns but types of community gatherings like zipped open or closed, this new light over development, with planning will be developed within the first year this cannot be endless without small groups, creative activities and filled space will be cool or warm as protection enshrined in law. of a re-elected Labor Government in destroying the Bellarine community," personal events. It will be very useful required." The declaration triggers a require- consultation with local councils and said Ms Neville. as an extra cafe or meeting space or for "We are currently crowd funding ment for a Statement of Planning residents who know their area best. "This will reassure many comm- overflow during large events." for The Atrium Project," said Kerrie. Policy, which will set permanent "Former Planning Minister Matt- unities on Bellarine who spend much Over 40 people attended the "If you enjoy the many activities held height controls and town boundaries hew Guy and the Liberals gave time and money fighting inapprop- launch of the project on Wednesday at the Uniting Church and would like to protect the environment, landscape developers in the region open slather, riate development. The Labor 19 September enjoying drinks and to support the Atrium, please contact and local lifestyle. Parks, wetlands and expanding Torquay and Point Lons- government is letting them know we nibbles while learning about the Jan on 5258 2854 or call in at the waterways across the Surf Coast and dale, and forcing small towns on the have their back and we will support potential uses and architectural design Church Office or make a donation at Bellarine Peninsula will also get an Bellarine Peninsula to absorb Gee- and protect their communities." of the Atrium. Richard Allen ex- www.unitingqueenscliff.org.au”

82 Hesse Street, Queenscliff Phone: 5258 1742 Mi Shells Seafood Fresh quality cuts and great service every day. Australian Meat Industry Council FFRREESSHH FFIISSHH Sausage King Competition OPEN SAT & SUN 8.30-3pm GOLD MEDAL WINNER AT QUEENSCLIFF HARBOUR HAM OFF THE BONE FISH, OYSTERS, PRAWNS, MUSSELS, Try our award winning snags and kabanas, gold medal winning bacon, ATLANTIC SALMON, SCALLOPS homemade ... ready made meals, curries, pies, pasties and sausage rolls. FRESH OFF THE BOAT. Queenscliffe Herald, October 2018 – Page 7 Queenscliff Music Festival's final round of acts High profile comedians Puppets. Children 13 years and under Anne Edmonds, Tom Ballard, get in for free. Kids carnival rides are Corey White and Danielle Walker. free too! Newly announced artists Including... Bungee Trampoline, Forever Son, Nancie Schipper, All Stars & Friends Slide, Chair-o- Nathan Seeckts, The Kite Machine, Plane, Giant Sandpit plus Bellarine Sweethearts with legendary Ameri- Kids Activities, Face Painting, Work- can drummer Bernard Purdie and shops & Fun for Kids! many more. Grant recipients Exciting local acts making debut MDRN Love and Fenn Wilson Electro-folk musician Forever Son, will take to the stage as well as 2017 Triple J Unearthed darling Nancie grant recipients The Refuge. Schipper, folk blues duo Jack The Fox, Tickets for the festival (which runs songwriting sisters The Sideshow from 23-25 November) are selling fast Brides, alt-country troubadour Nath- with over 90% sold. an Seeckts, Geelong rockers The Kite Petrina Dakin, Nicole Hickman and Carol Fogg, just a few of the cast Machine, and George Wilson's musi- Kids entertainment of ‘Dinkum Assorted’ – don’t miss it! cal alter-ego Pollyman. The Teeny Tiny Stevies will Singer-songwriters Tom Richard- spearheading the kids program with Dinky-di Dinkum Assorted son and Heath Robertson, Yoga help from friends The Mik Maks and Loves Music workshop immerses kids comedian Nicholas Ridiculous. In the Dinkum Assorted biscuit awash with odd boxes, tables and participants in live rhythms and Roaming clowns, giant seagulls, Big factory in Warrabadanga (otherwise chairs, representing the interior of the soulful yoga practices. Rory & Ochie the Dog, and the Snuff known as the Queenscliff RSL factory. Ladies will often be found rehearsal room) the ladies are curling popping up in the middle of the up their Victory Rolls and Marcel (invisible) oven to say their piece! Waves and getting to grips with Maestro Ron Sudden, aka Father WW2 underwear in preparation for Mulcahey, is fine tuning the ladies in the latest offering from Queenscliffe their magnificent harmonies as they Lighthouse Theatre Company, belt out some well loved WW2 October 12-20 at Queenscliff Unit- classics - some rousing, some bitter ing Church Hall. sweet. Dinkum Assorted's Director Jen- QLTG invite you to come and nie Roles is in command keeping her sample their batch of Dinkum troops on top of the dialogue and Assorted biscuits; there really is stage movements and interpreting the something for everyone's tastes. Oh, challenges of Linda Aronson's play and did we mention the goat? brilliantly. Dinkum Assorted Well-thumbed and highlighted scripts by Linda Aronson are being clutched in anxious hands as October 12, 13, 14, 18, 19 & 20 the ladies learn their parts; not easy with Queenscliff Uniting Church Hall, 15 roles for 15 very different characters Hesse Street and lots of punchy and poignant Tickets - www.qltg.org.au. dialogue to commit to memory. www.trybooking.com/XPKB and As the scenery is still under the Queenscliff Visitor Information Louise, Julie, Viv and Andrew taking a break from co-ordinating QMF 2018. construction, the rehearsal room is Centre. Page 8 – Queenscliffe Herald, October 2018 Painting and drawing are a gift to Soula In her recent trip to Venice grateful to the medium of water- couldn't sketch Theo correctly I drawing and using watercolour, colour as it's easy and fast. realised he was in unfamiliar Soula Mantalanos of Queenscliff Perhaps I'm taking the brain surrounds and I couldn't resort to Gallery & Workshop, was able to energy required for drawing and my memory like I usually do, rather, quickly familiarise herself with the painting too lightly - a lot goes on in I had to look at the scene he was in, lines of the Venetian architecture the brain in order to whip up a learn it and then resume the fast and use the two weeks to gather drawing! I will certainly be working sketching afterwards. reference for a new focus and body from my drawings and photos but I found out something I never of work - something she has not most of all from my memories of knew about the way I apply myself to been able to plan for many years. Venice in order to create more my art practice. I loved the new "Venice was just brilliant! Theo work. challenge of learning the Venetian and I had the most amazing time Speaking of memories, that is surrounds!" committing to beautiful Venice for one thing I realised about my View, chat and get the exclusive two full weeks," said Soula. "While drawing - that I document from chance to purchase Soula's work drawing and painting are a gift to memory and view for reference. weeks prior to the upcoming Lustre me I couldn't paint every day so I'm When I first arrived in Venice and exhibition which opens 29 November. A home grown project Award winning singer/song- sound engineer/producer, Nick husband David is the private drum writer and musician, Andrea Huggins, who worked on Andrea's tutor at St Aloysius, Queenscliff. Fauna-Fest Robertson, was a dual recipient of last album release' Remind Myself', Recording Live on Caring for Animals, Celebrating Creation the Queenscliff Music Festival's will be in charge of the recording Saturday 6 October All-day Sunday 14 October Emerging Artist Grant in 2017. and post-production. Locals attending the show at the 10am Blessing of Pets - with Guest Speaker Vanda Iwanowski This not only gained her a spot Andrea hails from Ocean Grove Uniting Church's New Hall in Kirk Founder and Volunteer Coordinator of the Geelong Branch of Delta Therapy Dogs amongst the stellar line-up at last but has been heavily involved in Road have the unique opportunity to 11.30am Dog Parade - Best Fancy Dress, Best Behaved, Most like their owner! year's festival, but provided grant Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale as be a part of this exciting project. A L L D A Y Stalls, Plants and Food, Kids Animal Farm and Jumping Castle monies towards a recording project the director of the Tides of Welcome Show Times and more! with a difference - a live recording Community Choir since 2014, she Matinee 1-3pm. Evening 7-9pm. with an audience at New Hall, performs at the Point Lonsdale Tickets $25. Bookings info@andrea Thursday 18 October 1pm-4pm Point Lonsdale. Boardriders club rooms and her robertson.com.au .. part of the Victorian Seniors Festival Not only is the project by a local Movie and panel discussion about awareness, inclusion and support artist in a local venue, but the live for the older LGBTIQ Community recording is a truly home grown 1pm movie “Cloudburst” starring Olympia Dukakis and Brenda Fricker project in every sense of the word. followed by Afternoon Tea & Discussion from 3pm "Each and every person involved led by Ro Allen, Commissioner for Gender and Sexuality from the musicians, photographers, videographers, sound engineers, ushers, hall decorators are from The Wednesday 24 October 11am Bellarine or the Geelong region, .. part of the Victorian Seniors Festival highlighting the immense talent in ”Diary of an Outback Woman” Written & performed by our region," said Andrea. Christine Middleton, award-winning playwright, storyteller & musician. Andrea has written all new Featuring bush poet Tim Sheed material for the live recording, and Tickets $22 include light Luncheon to follow show has a talented core band joining her including her husband/drummer Sunday 28 October 10am David Robertson, son/guitarist All Saints Gathering .. a gentle service of remembering Heath Robertson, and Tim Waters A special invitation to those who have lost loved ones in recent times on double bass. Guest artists will join her on select songs including Carolyn Davis Sunday 4 November 5pm on keys, Matiss Schubert on The Georgia Brooks Swingtet cafe style fiddle/mandolin and Jack Meredith A rising star in the Australian jazz scene ..Vintage swing with a natural elegance on harmonica. Point Lonsdale local Andrea and Dave Courtesy of Patrick Callow Photography Ticket $40 includes 3 course meal Bookings Essential. Tables of 6-8 or individual tickets Info and bookings online at www unitingqueenscliff.org.au Celebrating a decade of family fun or contact Jan 5258 2854 email [email protected] Uniting Church, cnr Hesse & Stokes Street Queenscliff The Potato Shed's 10th Anni- purchase food from one of the Don't miss the special perfor- versary of the Free Family Fun fantastic food vans while The Mik mance of Super Amazing Giant Day is on Sunday 21 October Maks hit the main stage. Hear a Girl exploring the challenges of 11am-3pm. session of storytelling, jump your fitting in when you're a giant. Action Help kick off Children's Week jiggles out on the jumping castles, packed and interactive, the show with events for the young and young pull off some rad tricks on the skate combines thrilling circus, absurd at heart. park, create a puppet out of recycled comedy and ingenious physical Bring a rug and a picnic basket or materials or get your face painted. theatre.

The Bookshop is moving! The Bookshop's next chapter will see them relocating to 84 Hesse Street Queenscliff, the corner of Hesse and Stokes Streets, opposite Queenscliff Gallery & Workshop, the Uniting Church Queenscliff and Seaview Gallery. "It's just a four minute walk from our current location," said Matt. "We will close on Sunday 14 October and after a short break will reopen at 84 Hesse Street on Sunday 18 November. The new shop is a little larger, and a little brighter, and we will be able to host more in-store events." "The move reflects our confidence in the future of books, independent bookselling and the Queenscliff/ Point Lonsdale community," said Lisa. "We are grateful to everyone who has bought a book, joined our book club or followed us on social media over the past two years. We thank you for being a friend of The Bookshop and hope we'll see you at our new location." Queenscliffe Herald, October 2018 – Page 9 Stevenson's Rockets, Bringing history to life The Queenscliffe Historical Mus- pioneers who played an important museum, film, photos and stories of Jazz and Memories eum, in conjunction with the part in the development of the our early pioneers. Queenscliffe Maritime Museum and Borough. Saturday 13 October 3 pm The next Jazz Australia concert never die and will be performed Fort Queenscliff Museum is offering Sunday 7 October 3 pm The Queenscliff Brewhouse, the on the Bellarine Peninsula will take superbly by a line-up of leading a week of events relating stories of Fascinating stories about old Point Historical and Maritime Museums place on Armistice Day, Sunday 11 Australian jazz musicians led by the Borough of Queenscliffe's his- Lonsdale with knowledgeable spea- have combined to provide an November 12.30pm at the Point clarinetist Dr Jo Stevenson; pianist Joe tory. kers Bill Brown, Keith Quinton and afternoon of stories of the music Lonsdale Community Hall in Bowen Ruberto; double bass and trombone, Saturday 6 October 2pm Martin Warneke at Point Lonsdale played in the Borough in the 1950s Street. Chris Ludowyk, and popular multi- Unveiling the Lonsdale plaque on Guest House. and 60s. Speakers Gil Allbutt, Eddie The popular Melbourne jazz instrumentalist and drummer Ian the Promenade at Point Lonsdale Historic Films 11am-4 pm daily Loughnan and Bruce Priddle will talk ensemble, Stevenson's Rockets, will Smith. This plaque tells the narrative of showing the pilot service, the about their musical experiences. dedicate a portion of their two hour A light luncheon will be served Captain William Lonsdale after fishermen, the steamers and more. Sunday 14 October 3pm at 360Q concert to the music and songs of throughout the event, catered for by whom Point Lonsdale was named. Tuesday 9 and Book launch: 'Queenscliff: The World War 1. This will be a the Queenscliffe Historical Museum's Sunday 7 October 11am Thursday 11 October 2pm Harbour Story' written by the museum's celebration of the 100th Anniversary Catering Corps. Tickets are $75 per 'History Alive' Meet some of Guided tours of the Historical Senior Researcher, Diana Sawyer. of the end of the 'war to end all wars' head or $70 per head for table Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale's well Museum with Maureen O'Neill Complimentary refreshments will be and a tribute to those Australians who bookings of 10 or more. known residents of the local cemetery, explaining many artefacts held in the served. Bookings recommended. made the supreme sacrifice for this The Museum will be a beneficiary end. of this concert. This great, moving and nostalgic Enquiries Diana Allen, Jazz music such as Keep the Home Fires Australia 5258 3936. If you would like Can you help? Burning, A Long way to Tipperary to be on the Jazz Australia mailing list, Seaview Gallery and The White Cliffs of Dover should please let Diana know. Diana Sawyer is looking for any old queenscliff photographs of the Botanic Gardens now Victoria Park. Any old images of flower beds or family CIRCLE OF CALM members enjoying themselves would be much appreciated for her new book “Queenscliff: The ANITA BARRETT Botanic Gardens Story” to follow her harbour book soon to be launched by the Mayor. EXHIBITION Contact Diana at the Queenscliffe Historical 6-28 OCTOBER Museum (5258 2511) or email: [email protected] Circle of Calm at Stevenson's Rockets to perform in Point Lonsdale in November. Seaview Gallery Anita Barrett Exhibition 6-28 October Lighth ouse Arts Collective Drinks with artist Saturday 6 October 3pm This month Seaview features local artist Anita Barrett. presents Living in Geelong gives Anita excellent access to Victoria's surf coast and the Bellarine region where she gets a lot of her inspiration. Paintings and sketches by Anita are a personal Ryan D owney record and visual journal of scenes that have attracted her with support by Susie Scurry attention. New Hall - 11 Kirk Rd, As an artist, she is always looking for a glimpse or moment in nature, and constantly noticing designs and shapes, colour Point Lonsdale and texture, when she sees it. She describes her artwork as Saturday 27 October at 7:30pm impressionism with an abstract format. Whether it's sorrow with satis- in a magnetic tension. Ryan carries Anita predominantly works with acrylic and charcoal on faction or earnestness with innuendo, this exquisite tension from the studio round wood panels and canvas, building her paintings with parallels continuously meet and to the stage, bringing an arresting layers of paint, scratching and rubbing back in areas to reveal entwine throughout Ryan's CD physicality to his live performances. underlying colours. Leaving charcoal marks features a lot in Running's - a signature blend of pop, Tickets $25 from lighthousearts her works creating soft texture. Also this month, after a very successful show, two new Seaview Gallery rock and folk .Like all polar opposites, collective.com or Tryboooking.com 86 Hesse St Queenscliff 3225 the combination of these forces results or $30 at the door. pieces from Kate Smith and other new works from Sarah Clark and Vida Pearson. Phone 03 5258 3645 Upcoming Exhibition for November email: [email protected] Sara Paxton Exhibition 'Inspir- www.seaviewgallery.com.au ational Colour' 3-26 November Contemporary, Traditional Fine Art, Seaview Gallery is a participating Glass and Jewellery Gallery in the Bellarine Arts Trail Open 10:30am - 5:00pm DAILY November 3 and 4. Closed Wednesdays Ring Seaview for more information. Page 10 – Queenscliffe Herald, October 2018

Memories and ferries PROBUS CLUB of With all the publicity surrounding Portarlington and finally home to Port POINT LONSDALE-QUEENSCLIFF the new Port Phillip ferries and their Melbourne. itineraries, I am taken back to the 1930s Since moving to Queenscliff 1999 I as a youngster living in Port Melbourne can't walk on the pier and stroll through when we had many games to play Princess Park without recalling those The Mystery of the ‘William Salthouse’ outside the house. One of my favourite wonderful days when we came to picnic pastimes was a Port Phillip Bay day trip there. The wreck lay hidden just 700 metres from Pope's Eye for navigators, were presenting a formidable aspect to the eye of on the 'Weeroona' paddle steamer. Another fond memory was after 141 years'. With these words, David Bayne captivated the stranger. The broken water appeared to extend completely As Station Pier was one of my play- many years in the late sixties, my own his audience at the August Probus Club meeting. The across the mouth of the Port, and the commander having only grounds, watching overseas merchant family and friends used to camp in barque 'William Salthouse' suddenly reappeared on the his chart as a guide stood too close to the reef which runs out ships and P&O liners come and go, I Golightly Caravan Park/ Point Lonsdale Port Phillip Bay seabed after having been buried for 141 from Point Nepean, and was in consequence wrecked. often saw this strange looking ship with during the Easter holidays. A permanent years. The wreck still holds the record of the largest 'The 'William Salthouse' first touched when running in, paddles on each side, not a conventional camper used to provide a daily weather documented collection of Victorian shipping casks subsequently striking with such violence as to knock off her paddle at the rear for propulsion. When forecast on the side of his caravan. As I found anywhere in the world. rudder … The strength of the tide cast her athwart and finally the seas were too rough, two other ships, remember we never made contact with David is a retired Ports Planning Consultant who carried her off.' the 'Hygeia' and the 'Edina' made trips him. has worked in over 70 ports around the world; and has The pilot rescued the crew but the agent abandoned down the bay. However, in 1995 on a trip to Cuba over 35 years shipping experience as a Port Economist. them. The sailors wrote to La Trobe: 'We are now cast on We preferred sailing in the 'Weeroona' and the United States, another member He has been interested in shipwrecks since, as a young the world completely penniless and without a home to shelter as it was bigger and my sister and I could of the group and I shared many hours man, he discovered the remains of a Spanish fleet sunk us and are afraid we shall be ousted by those we have a claim roam wherever we wanted to. The ship reminiscing about our past. He was by the British in Trinidad waters. upon unless by your kindly interference. And if we are not travelled first to Portarlington, then to Manfred Noa, a seaman and it was he He told how in 1982, two Geelong divers, Dennis settled, we will have no other chance of ever getting a farthing.' Queenscliff where we alighted to have who had provided the weather forecast at Bolton and Peter Kennedy, were drift-diving along a Superintendent La Trobe found in favour of the our lunch while the ship sailed over to Golightly Caravan Park! dull sandy bottom in our bay and were surprised when, crew. Sorrento. It then returned to Queenscliff, By John Ellis, Queenscliff there, sitting upright was a wreck; her cargo of lumber It appears that the 'William Salthouse' settled across and barrels intact, neatly stacked on deck and marked the current flow in a churning sand trap which rapidly 'Montreal 1840'. covered and preserved her. She was, however, The 'William Salthouse' lay hidden just 700 metres uncovered when channel dredgers disturbed the site. from Pope's Eye. The discovery attracted international The wreck was bought by Captain Cole but she must attention because of her unique preservation; have proven too difficult to salvage, so she survived to unfortunately, she also drew foragers. Looters attacked offer a time capsule of 1841 Melbourne. While the the wreck with crowbars, shovels and suction pumps sinking was disastrous for the sailors at the time, today destroying over a third of the deck before she was we are fortunate to have such a time capsule within our declared protected. bay. With more than 1,000 casks providing a time Bryan Hughes capsule of early Melbourne, the 'William Salthouse' Point Lonsdale-Queenscliff Probus Club detailed facts about the trade and people of Port Phillip in 1841. For example, the ship's manifest listed 20 baskets of champagne, reminding us of a time when Queenscliffe Historical Museum auction houses provided champagne lunches to promote land sales. Moreover, the mismatch between the declared cargo and freight found in the wreck tells us about the attitude to smuggling. Indeed, a later investigation in 1843 showed that smuggling had been so rife that Mr Webb, the Principal Customs Officer in Handmade and Homegrown Produce 2018 1841, was personally fined GBP 17,000 (British pounds) for failing to do his duty. When the riptide gripped the 'William Salthouse' NEXT MARKET the ship was already sailing in defiance of the law (Navigation Acts). The voyage, plotted in Liverpool, SUNDAY 6th – 14th OCTOBER, 2018 started in Quebec, and stranded in Port Phillip Bay, was 14th OCTOBER officially a crime even before she entered Port Phillip Each year during History Week many organisations throughout Victoria put on Bay. events to help bring our state's fascinating past to life. As the custodian of the social The 'Colonial Times' of 14 December 1841 history of Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale, the Queenscliffe Historical Museum, in reported: 'The first vessel which has been wrecked within our conjunction with the Queenscliffe Maritime Museum and Fort Queenscliff Museum, has bay is the unfortunate Barque 'William Salthouse' 260 tons, for many years hosted a week of events, relating stories of the Borough of Queenscliffe's commanded by George Bowen and bound from Quebec to history. This year we have a special focus on Point Lonsdale. Port Phillip. On Saturday last, the 'William Salthouse' was Fort Queenscliff Museum Saturday 6 October 2pm standing into the bay, with the wind at S.S.W. blowing hard, Historical and Educational Guided Tours Unveiling Lonsdale plaque on the Promenade at Point Lonsdale the tide at first quarter ebb. From the narrowness of the Enjoy the rare opportunity This plaque, a result of local public funding, will commemorate and tell the entrance and the opposition of the wind and tide, which were to tour a 19th Century narrative of Captain William Lonsdale after whom Point Lonsdale was named. meeting at the entrance, the ripples so well known to old Coastal Artillery Fort and let the children dress Lonsdale was a soldier and administrator who supervised the founding of the official up in military uniforms. settlement at Port Phillip from 1836, as Chief Agent of Government, Police The man who has experienced shipwreck A great photo opportunity. Magistrate and Commandant for Port Phillip. The Lonsdale name is linked to streets OPEN 7 DAYS – TOUR TIMES in Geelong and Melbourne, a ship, a torpedo boat, and the naval depot HMAS shudders even at a calm sea. ~ Ovid. Lonsdale at Port Melbourne. Weekdays 11am. Weekends 11am & 1pm Sunday 7 October 11am School Holidays Sept & Oct: 11am & 1pm Adult $15, Child over 15 $7, Concession $10, Family Ticket $35. Join the 'History Alive' cemetery troupe as they introduce some of the well-known Guided tours last 1hr and 15mins. residents of the Queenscliff/Point Lonsdale cemetery. These pioneers, some old some new, all played an important part in the development of the Borough. Sunday 7 October 3 pm Pop over to the Terminus Guest House, now known as the Point Lonsdale Guest House, at 31 Point Lonsdale Road, for an afternoon of fascinating stories about old Point Lonsdale. Three guest speakers, Bill Brown, Keith Quinton and Martin Warneke will immerse us in their stories of the first Point Lonsdale resident, the Point P Lonsdale Lighthouse and a Guest House experience. MA AR Tuesday 9 and Thursday 11 October 2pm U K A special History Week guided tour of the Queenscliffe Historical Museum will S be conducted by Maureen O'Neill as she brings many of the artefacts in the museum to life through the stories of our early pioneers, including photos and film footage. HOMESTEAD Saturday 13 October 3 pm At the Queenscliff Brewhouse, the Historical and Maritime Museums have combined to provide an afternoon of stories of the music played in the Borough in the 1950s and 60s. Hear the Edison cylinders, listen to the music of the era, and enjoy the stories of the people who made this music. Three guest speakers, Gil Allbutt, Eddie Loughnan and Bruce Priddle will talk of their own experiences as participants in the local music scene and at the Espy, as the Brewhouse was then known. Sunday 14 October 3pm at 360Q Book launch: 'Queenscliff: The Harbour Story' written by the museum's Senior Researcher, Diana Sawyer. Complimentary refreshments will be served. Bookings -14 recommended. 13 BER Historic Films will be showing from 11am-4 pm each weekday during History OCT O Week at the Queenscliffe Historic Museum, which has an extensive collection of old newsreels and films about the early history of the Borough, and also specific CONFERENCES FUNCTIONS © 2018 Gullane (Thomas) Limited Events also January & April topics like the pilot service, the fishermen, the steamers and more. © 2018 HIT Entertainment Limited WEDDINGS Do join in for one or more of these fascinating events. There is an entry fee for ACCOMMODATION some of them but the prices are very reasonable and have been set only to recover WINERY CELLAR DOOR costs. Visit website for details & bookings or call 5258 2069 History Week brochures and tickets are available from the Queenscliffe Historical Museum at 49 Hesse Street and the Queenscliffe Visitor Information All enquiries 5258 3507 Centre. www.bellarinerailway.com.au Queenscliffe Herald, October 2018 – Page 11 Advancing the Treaty Process William Buckley's In establishing Australia's first Council for Aboriginal Reconciliation brings the state of reconciliation into ever treaty legislation, Victoria has 1991-1998, Co-Chairperson Referen- sharp focus achievements, challenges, life and times taken a significant step towards dum Council on constitutional recog- disappointments and work that must reconciliation. With the passing of nition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait continue. Since his retirement as a drug section of the book covers that part of the 'Advancing the Treaty Process Islander people 'This State of Recon- Disturbingly, the report reveals the counsellor, self published author our early history, particularly the way with Aboriginal Victorians Bill 2018' ciliation in Australia' report, cele- schism between Indigenous and non- Phillip Gray spends a large part of his in which white settlement impacted in the Victorian Parliament, the brating a quarter of a century of Indigenous Australia's understanding spare time writing and enjoying the on the lives of our first inhabitants, seaside at Mount Martha. His second people of Victoria have committed to formal reconciliation and the work of and perspectives of how our nation's and much of what I've written in that book 'From Dreamtime to Arma- a process of truth-telling and the Council for Aboriginal Recon- history has shaped the contemporary part of the book is based upon geddon' is about William Buckley, an healing. ciliation says this report is timely. circumstances of Indigenous comm- historical research. escaped convict who lived with the The third and final section covers More recently, the 2017 Statement "At a time when the Australian unities, and their relationship with the local aboriginals. the period from 1835 onwards, when from the Heart outlined the impor- people are considering changes to Australian State. "I just love the history and the John Batman came across to Port tance of sovereignty, and called for a incorporate Indigenous people in the There is a discernible lack of period homes of Queenscliff and Phillip in an attempt to sign a treaty Voice to Parliament and a Makarrata nation's Constitution, this report appreciation by settler Australia about would move there in a flash," said with the local aborigines as a Commission to supervise agreement- makes an important contribution to the grievances and sense of historical Phillip. "My Buckley book is largely representative of the Port Phillip making, and facilitate a process of the national conversation about injustice that Indigenous people feel. written in three sections, the first part is Association, in the hope of purch- local and regional truth telling. modern Australia's potential to This must be addressed for Australia told in a first-person narrative in the asing vast tracts of land. That was Reconciliation Australia CEO reconcile fundamental and unresolved to be reconciled. Bridging that schism words of Buckley himself, and covers when Buckley walked back out of the Karen Mundine said this move by the wounds that diminish Australia's is the reconciliation movement's the period before he is transported, bush and attempted to re-engage with Victorian Parliament stands as an collective sense of nationhood. greatest challenge." through to the time that he spends with the white man's world. This section is historic step in the country's The report weaves 25 years of The importance of treaty has been the Wathaurong people after they also largely based on events that were reconciliation journey. "Treaty is an modern Australian history into a restated many times in the past three rescued him on the point of starvation. recorded in various diaries and other important and reasonably held compelling narrative and injects sharp decades, including in the Council for During the next 32 years that he historical records." aspiration of Aboriginal and Torres and insightful commentary and Aboriginal Reconciliation's final spent living amongst them, the British 'From Dreamtime to Armageddon' Strait Islander people. Many Aus- analysis about how far we have come report in 2000, and Reconciliation convict settlement that he'd escaped is available at the Maritime Museum tralians feel that treaty is essential to as a nation, and the continued Australia's The State of Reconciliation from at Sorrento, had been relocated and Newsagents or from Phillip 0414 reconciliation," she said. challenges that we face on the in Australia report. Full Report to Van Diemen's Land, and the next 339 160. Patrick Dodson, Chairperson reconciliation journey. The report e. www.reconciliation.org.au Shipwrecks prompt call for pier at Point Lonsdale Point Lonsdale Pier was built in to public pressure and erect a pier and The boat was then recommis- 1890 following the grounding on lifeboat shed at Point Lonsdale. sioned as the new Queenscliff lifeboat Lonsdale Reef of two ships within 12 While the pier was being built, a and the smaller, 12-oared Queenscliff months. The Gleneuse and the new lifeboat was being built at lifeboat was sent to Point Lonsdale. It Gange had both been wrecked on the Williamstown. The new boat had self- was hung on davits under an reef and it was the second wreck, the righting capabilities, heavier keel, overhanging shelter shed on the south 1000-ton barque, Gange on 23 July double planking and special air spaces side of the new pier in readiness for an 1887 that prompted a public outcry at to help flotation. emergency, but records indicate that it the lack of a lifeboat service nearer to When it arrived in November was never used in a rescue. The Rip. 1890, it was found to be too big and Call in to the Queenscliffe Mari- The Queenscliff lifeboat, in service awkward for the Point Lonsdale crew. time Museum for more fascinating from about 1858, had to be rowed from Even the task of hauling the boat up stories about the areas rich maritime Queenscliff which could take con- under the new pier's housing with history. siderable time in rough weather. So the heavy duty hand winches proved Article courtesy of Greg Wane - Great government of the day decided to bow impossible. News Stories of Queenscliff.

New: War on Wastes Workshops Free Hearing Tests Taking the War on Waste to a whole new level! Queenscliffe Neighbourhood House Monday October 15th Come along as we take a household room by room view between 10am and 12noon of where we use single use plastics and explore Reserve your appointment now alternatives that will help us live more sustainably. TERM 4, October to December 2018 Conducted by Australian Hearing. During the course, we will create our own cleaning and personal care products and share waste free recipes. Sound Bath Meditation Please bring with you a reusable bag and three 3 Tobin Drive, PO Box 30, Queenscliff 3225 – Phone: 5258 3367 The use of a range of instruments such as Tibetan bowls, containers. email: [email protected] www.qnh.org.au crystal singing bowls, gongs, drums, voice and chimes to We will also have recycling facilities for batteries, mobile induce a deep state of relaxation that leads to more balance on a physical, mental, emotional and spiritual phones, tooth brushes and tubes of toothpaste. two hours of discovery each week. Tutor: Paul Jones Painting Basics Friday afternoon level. Facilitator: Sally Hutchison. Together we can reduce our eco-footprint by effectively Mondays October 22nd to November 26th Participants will complete a series of Oil or acrylics will be Tuesday November 20th, 5pm to 6pm. managing our waste for the protection of our rivers, bays Cost: $135 for 6 weeks and oceans! used. Cost: $25. BYO pillow, mat and blanket. Fridays 1.30pm to 4.30pm To book phone Robyn on 0437 788 759. Saturdays October 13th and 20th, 9.30am to 12.00 noon. French and Italian Language classes Cost: $50 (covers materials). Facilitator Brooke Connor. Cost: $200/$380 full day, 10 weeks. Life Drawing Group - untutored run on Tuesdays, October 9th to December 11th. Our interest groups: Saturdays, October 13th to December 15th, 1.00 to No classes on Melbourne Cup Day Book Making alternate Monday mornings New: Repair Café Cost: $200 for 10 sessions. Boomerang Bags, Friday mornings Broken or worn out? Don't throw it away - bring it along to 3.15pmn BYO paper, clips and drawing materials. Easels and boards available. 9.00am to 10.30am Intermediate Italian Community Garden our Repair Cafe and our volunteers will attempt to repair 10.30am to 12noon Continuing Beginners Crochet, Mondays, 10.30am them with you. Examples include clothing, furniture, New: Collage Workshop Italian Mahjong, Thursdays, 1.00pm toys, jewellery, bikes, leather goods etc but nothing Monday October 15th, 1pm to 3pm. 12noon to 1.30pm Advanced Italian Men's Shed, Thursdays 9.30 to 11.30am electrical. Volunteer repair experts will be available to Cost $20. Tutor: Anita Armytage. 3.00 to 4.30pm Advanced French Men's Shed Bicycle work Tuesdays and Thursdays, help make repairs for a small donation and the cost of Paper Craft creations for Christmas 9.30 to 11.30am parts. Tools and materials will also be on hand if you are Italian Conversation Group With Chris Gould Are you learning Italian and want to practice Mixed Craft, Mondays, 1.00pm keen to have a go at fixing your item yourself. We look Cards and Envelopes Patchwork, 2nd Monday, 1.00pm forward to seeing you there! conversation? Already fluent but happy to share your Saturday November 10th 10am to 12noon knowledge? Come along to this casual, friendly group, Photo Group, 3rd Monday, 7.30pm First Café will be held on Saturday morning October 6th, Cost: $25 this includes all materials. Repair Café, Saturday mornings monthly 10am to 12 noon. Fridays 12noon to 1pm. Hand-stitched Booklets, Tides of Welcome Choir, Thursdays, 7.30pm. Saturday November 10th 1pm - 3pm Yoga tidesofwelcome.weebly.com Art Classes with Ryan Brearley Morning yoga with Shane: Writers, Tuesdays, fortnightly,10.00am Cost: $25 includes all materials. starting the week beginning October 8th Thursdays 7.00am to 8.00am and Saturdays 7.45am to More Drawing…. Monday mornings House Gallery 8.45am. $10. Boomerang Bags Monday evening Yoga with Bruce at Queenscliff This class will suit beginners and intermediates. Our exhibitors this term: Volunteers help mark out and cut materials, pin, iron, Primary School: Alternate Mondays 9.30am to 12.30pm October - Chris Box stamp and sew. No experience required. Volunteers can Sessions include postures to stretch and strengthen the Cost: $120, 5 weeks. November - Ryan's Art students also collect the Boomerang Bag kit comprising sewing body, reduce stress and calm the mind. Wednesday Painting: Painting the portrait December: Christmas Shop, Saturday December 1st plans and materials and make the bags at home. Mondays, October 8th to December 10th, 7.30 to Wednesdays 9.30am to 4.30pm to Tuesday December 18th. Donations of fabric also most welcome. 9.00pm. Cost: $200/$380 full day, 10 weeks. Local artists and artisans are invited to submit items to Sewing times: Fridays, 9am to 12noon Cost: $150 for 10 sessions or $20 casual rate, paid in be sold in the Christmas Shop. Application forms Dates: October 5th and 12th, November 2nd, 9th and advance at the Neighbourhood House. BYO mat and available at the House. 30th, December 7th. Printmaking blanket. This term we will cover different types of printmaking, Sewing will also take place on Saturday mornings when YOGA for Over 50's the Repair Café is in operation. from monoprint and drypoint to woodcut and wood iPad for Beginners Wednesdays, 9.00am to 10.00am. $15 per session. engraving. This course will introduce you to your iPad. Learn how to For more information on Boomerang Bags 3225: Thursdays 9.30am to 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 4.30pm navigate through the various screens, control the Play the Ukulele! https://www.qnhouse.com.au/boomerang-bags.html Cost: $200/$380 full day, 10 weeks. settings so they work best for you, make the best use of Beginners: Mondays, 4.45 to 5.30pm. Facebook - Boomerang Bags 3225 More Colour; Friday mornings contacts, maps, email, your calendar, notes and a All Abilities are welcome to join the 'Sea of Ukes' Participants will work through a series of exercises to variety of pre- installed apps. Discover some wonderful Ukulele Group: extend their understanding of colour and how they can apps that can make your life even more fun and exciting. www.queenscliffukulelegroup.weebly.com use it in their work. Join the ever growing community of iPad users who are Tutors: Jane Rodwell and Jenny Gore Fridays 9.30am to 12.30pm, changing the way we look and interact with the world. No Mondays, 5.30 to 6.30pm. Cost: $200/$380 full day, 10 weeks. prior knowledge required. Just bring along your iPad for Cost: $10 per session. BYO ukulele. Page 12 – Queenscliffe Herald, October 2018

having difficulty finding accommo- dation and families are being forced to #Kids Off Nauru 'sleep rough'. Humans in Geelong 3. Letter Writing: Write short A National Campaign of all The national RAR Campaign pointed letters to Scott Morrison, Josh Pauley decided to come out as a Pauley leads Geelong Gender organisations supporting refugees Committee and RAR executive have Frydenberg, Bill Shorten, Tanya transgender person a couple of years Group, an adult trans and gender was launched on August 20th. The endorsed this campaign. "We abhor Plibersek, Ged Kearney and your ago while she and her family were diverse support group that organises Campaign is calling for children on any form of unfair vulnerability local member: "We want these living in the small country town of social catch ups, and works in with Nauru to be brought to Australia by created by a situation and this is children evacuated off the island and Simpson. Some people had sugg- psychologist, Catherine Bull from 20th November 2018 which is actually of the Australian parlia- brought to Australia: Settle them here ested she should wait until she was Barwon Consulting suites, who runs a Universal Children's Day. ment's making," said World Vision or in a suitable third country that back in Geelong but she knows she clinical support group. Dr Nicholas There are 117 children on Nauru Australia's chief executive Claire welcomes them. Locking up children made the right decision when a Brayshaw, of Kardinia Health, is also and two children from Biloela in Rogers. "There's a quite clear is never the answer. Inflicting poor mother from Simpson primary school sympathetic and supportive of the detention in Melbourne showing contravention of the refugee conven- living conditions and denying any said, "Thank you for making the community's health needs. Pauley signs of stress and a 5 month old girl tion, and also we believe very strongly opportunity for children on Nauru to change in our small community. Up says the Geelong Gender Group has in MITA Detention Centre in Melb- a breach of the rights of the child." the same opportunities Australians until now, the kids had two choices, an emerging leadership group with ourne. How you can help take for granted like decent health to leave or to take their lives. Now people like Amielle keen to build The world's refugee crisis is a 1. Local churches: Visit your local care, education and job pathways is they know, they can be accepted in support for trans and gender diverse complex problem. But locking up church leaders and ask for prayers for resulting in trauma, self-harm, child our community, like you have been." people. children is not the answer. Children children on Nauru and who are in abuse and violence. No child should Pauley Johnson has lots of positive "While there is a huge amount of and their families are trapped on their onshore detention. Pray that they are live like this. We must find a humane stories to tell. Like the fact her dirt bike acceptance and the vast majority of island prison in cruel and inhumane brought to safety and freedom and way to process claims by asylum club, the Otway Trail Riders, still call the public are polite, unfortunately, conditions without adequate health, restored to health. seekers." her 'Johno' and proudly ride behind there is still an underlying issue of education or employment options. 2. Ask for prayers for the The address for each politician is: her when she leads the annual non-acceptance. Some kids aren't approximately 7,000 people to date on PO Box 6022, Parliament House 'Tomahawk' ride. These positive accepted by their families. There's the mainland who have had their Canberra, ACT 2600. experiences have enabled her to be acceptance when it's someone else's Locking up children SRSS benefits cut. These are families Queenscliff Rural Australians for empowered to support others. child, brother or sister but when it's with children. Their benefits were $35 Refugees is a community group active Pauley lives in Geelong now, with their own there's still work to do. is never the answer. per day and access to trauma in the Bellarine Peninsula and the her wife and three children. The kids "If you're not sure whether to call We must find a counselling and a case worker. They Geelong region. They offer friendship, have been very accepting and have a someone, he or she, just ask. We won't have now been taken off these benefits support and advocacy to asylum bit of fun calling her Muddy or take offence. We have many people in humane way or notified they will be removed. They seekers living in the community, in Dummy, mixing up the letters of our community who don't go by the have been given work rights, however mainland or offshore immigration Daddy and Mummy. Her youngest labels of him or her, and prefer to be to process claims it is difficult to have no work rights one detention centres and those returned daughter loves to critique Pauley's referred to as 'they' or 'them'. This can day and have benefits cut and work to their homeland. dress sense. "Essentially we are just take a bit to get used to, but is pretty by asylum seekers.” rights given the next day. Organis- To join email queenscliffrar another run of the mill, normal easy once you understand the logic ations assisting these people are @gmail.com family." behind it. "The trans narrative that exists in our society has grown in oppression. But as the world becomes more accepting, we see young people developing new ideas about gender. I think we are about to see a big change in this narrative. Watch this space!" Thanks for entrusting me with your story Pauley. It's a story that needs to be told. Everyone should feel safe and accepted in all their diversity. She hopes, 'people will feel comfortable to say hello and ask questions about gender and the Geelong Gender Group'. For more information about the Expo go to www.humansingee- long.com/humans-in-geelong-expo- 2018/ Pauley and Amielle. Meet Pauley at the Humans in Geelong Expo at Deakin Jacqui Bennett Waterfront 10am Sunday 7 October. Humans in Geelong Energy for Life 25 Years Qualified Personal Trainer Boutique Gym Memberships available Circuit Classes 1 on 1 Training Group Training available Phone Kerry Pettigrove P: 5258 0888 www.bch.org.au 0414 581 670 Queenscliffe Herald, October 2018 – Page 13 Light Up A Life Telehealth to assist people Queenscliff's 'Light Up A Life' Queenscliff. Although it was freezing appeal invites people to sponsor and rainy, that did not dampen our living with diabetes refugees living in Geelong to come to spirits and the boys were full of energy a weekend holiday camp in enjoying a long bike ride to Point In partnership with Geelong Diabetes. The referral needs to be contribution is required for the Queenscliff. Since its launch in 2013, Lonsdale in the hail! Endocrinology and Diabetes, Bella- forwarded to Bellarine Community Diabetes Nurse Educator. the appeal has supported seven At Camp Wyuna they learned how rine Community Health is estab- Health's intake team. To find out more about eligibility weekend camps for (separate) groups to make artisan pizzas in a wood fired lishing specialist clinical consul- The endocrinologists consultation and how to access this service, contact of young refugee women and young oven, went horse riding in Wallington tations through video conferencing will be bulk billed via Medicare. A BCH on 5258 0812 or email refugee men and refugee families to and enjoyed a barbecue and meals that which can significantly benefit small Community Health client [email protected] have a holiday in Queenscliff. Queenscliff Uniting Church pro- people living with Type 1 and Type 2 The weekends, coordinated by vided. It was great to see the young Diabetes. Geelong's Diversitat settlement and people involved in new experiences The aim is to give people access to community support program and and adventures and they had a great an endocrinologist without the need Queenscliff's Uniting Church Out- time bonding socially in the evenings to travel. reach Ministry Team, are full of fun too. Thank you to the Queenscliff and "Lack of transport and economic activities and opportunities for us to the Point Lonsdale community for circumstances can impact on people's we l c o m e r e f u ge e s i n t o o u r their hospitality and warm welcome." ability to access these sorts of spec- community and offer friendship. Donations to Light Up A Life ialist services," says BCH Diabetes Diversitat's Youth Project Co- always make a difference. If you would Nurse Educator Rinsky Webb. ordinator Makot Wol says: "Over the like to be involved in any way, please The Bellarine, and in particular the weekend of 14-16 September, 12 contact Jan on 5258 2854 or call in at Northern Bellarine, has a high newly arrived teenage boys accom- the Uniting Church office. You can incidence of diabetes. The national panied by two staff from Diversitat also find a donation link on the website average of people living with diabetes attended YMCA Camp Wyuna at at www.unitingqueenscliff.org.au is 5% but in the Portarlington area that figure is 8%. Clients need a referral from their Video consultations will be conducted from Bellarine Community Health's Older Men:New Ideas GP to Geelong Endocrinology and Portarlington site with the support of the Diabetes Nurse Educator, Rinsky Webb. OM:NI (Older Men:New Ideas) Information session groups are an informal, social Questions can be raised and Volunteers environment where older men 50+ expressions of interest to establish a can enjoy the company of other men. group. A facilitator from an existing needed at the The group, located in Queenscliff, OM:NI group in Geelong will talk will be open to other communities about his group's experiences. If there Fort Queenscliff throughout the Bellarine. is sufficient interest in establishing a Army Museum - Volunteers are The concept of a men's discussion group, the first meeting will be held needed in the Library, Archive and group generally appeals to men who late October 2018. Military History Research section in enjoy a chat, like a friendly atmos- Frequency of meetings to be Building 32 for two to three hours phere and want a minimum of com- determined with current groups in once a week/fortnight. mitment and formality. It is not a Victoria meeting times varying from Fort Shop - Between 11 am and counseling group and sessions are fortnightly to monthly. 2.30 pm. Ideally on a weekly/ intended to be confidential. Come along to the information fortnightly roster. An OM:NI group often com- session at the Queenscliffe Neigh- Contact: Liz Fountain 5258 1488 plements existing community groups bourhood House Friday 12 October at or mail [email protected] that older men attend but it may also 10am. Assisting a Tour Guide - Two appeal to some older men who for Contact Alan Johns 0411 240 479 tours a day at 11am and 1pm up to 90 various reasons are not involved in or email [email protected] minutes also on a weekly/fortnightly these groups. The cost of belonging to for further information. roster. Contact: Don Gerling 5255 an OM:NI group is a small fee to cover 1352. the costs of refreshments and the venue.

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The migration of whales around Australia varies depending on location but takes place in Queensland from June to early January and Whales on the move can often provide some spectacular viewing, sometimes in unusual circumstances. The depth sounder showed the seabed lay majestically out of the water only metres from A few days before my recent visit to Bribie 67m below. They began catching Pearl Perch the boat. Phil captured two great shots. Frank Island, three mates Phil Enright, Frank and Venus Tusk Fish and later schnapper up to was not so lucky with his timing, ending up with Oostenbroek and Amrat Chauhan were 2.5kg. There were yells of excitement from the just a photo of a splash. As far as splashes go, it enjoying a quiet day fishing for schnapper, north occupants of another boat as two whales was a very good splash, just minus any part of a of Coloundra. The water was crystal clear and surfaced nearby. The whales headed towards the whale. the angling soon began paying dividends. threesomes' boat, then dived. In the hope of On their return the mates were the toast of Although plentiful, the fish were small so they getting a good photo cameras were at the ready. the fishing club and for Amrat in particular who moved 20km east to Wide Caloundra. All was quiet until one of the whales breached had not long shifted to Bribie Island from Sue Trezise captured this whale lazing in the Zambia, it was one fishing trip they will not shallows near Portland Vic. forget. While staying on Bribie Island the former president of the Island's Game Fishing Club, Phil McDougall, provided more interesting stories about whales and the whaling station that was once situated nearby. "Whales are very inquisitive," he said. "There was an incident when we were out fishing near a local reef. We were catching schnapper and sweetlip. It had just got dark when a huge whale breached within 3m of our 9m sharkcat and when it crashed back in the water we were soaked but it seemed the whale wasn't satisfied with that. It started with its pectoral fin, flinging Phil Enright's close encounter at water, playing games, half filling the cockpit Wide Caloundra Qld. with water, disappeared before coming back on the other side of the boat and doing exactly the from the Barwon Coast to Inverloch and same. That's when we decided to leave, even includes Port Phillip and Westernport Bays. though I don't think they intend to hurt you." David Donnelly, Project Coordinator of the Up until its closure in the early 1950s there Program contributed some insight on whales was a whaling station, Tangalooma, just off the around the area. Island. "There used to be huge sharks attracted "The main species we concentrate on are the to the station that fed off the whale carcasses. Humpback and Southern Right whales with the Back then, former quiz show personalities Bob season locally, extending from late May to and Dolly Dyer of Pick A Box fame, set many October and peaking from the second week of world game fishing records off Tangalooma and June to the first week of August. The program is some still stand today." designed to build an understanding of whales Visiting the Peninsula from Portland, Sue that we can use to protect them while they are in Trezise told how she was in the right spot at the our waters." right time for some whale spotting, while David warned that while whales are curious walking on The Great South West Walk near her and can tend to be gentle, under certain home town. "I was walking near Bridgewater circumstances, in particular when mothers are about 16k from Portland on the Seal Walk. protecting their calves or when they become Walking up the cliff I noticed people who had entangled, that might not be the case and spotted whales and photographers taking regulations in relation to whales should be pictures. adhered to. One of the photographers, a local cafe For the first few months of this season there proprietor, asked me to keep a lookout for a have been 280 sightings involving 500 whales whale that had become tangled in craypot rope. I reported to the program. While the population looked down and there was a whale lazing in the of the Humpback whales is increasing at around water directly below the cliff, it was one of about 10 percent annually, there appears to be no half a dozen whales. It was just beautiful but I significant increase in Southern Right whale didn't get to see the whale tangled in the rope." numbers. While many people go to Warrnambool in The Searoad Ferry is a regular contributor search of whales, Sue maintains Portland has and there have been occasions when the better beaches and better views. "Portland is presence of a whale has interrupted the docking amazing for watching whales because they come process of the ferry. right into the bay. It has a great harbour and you A gap exists in the collection of whale can see them from the cliffs near the town." sightings data between Barwon Heads and Point More local to Queenscliff is the Two Bays Lonsdale and David would be interested to Whale Program established four years ago that collect information regarding any sightings. encourages people to report whale sightings Denis Walters Queenscliffe Herald, October 2018 – Page 15

Masonic Musings Cosmopolitan TREE TRIMMING BUSINESS DIRECTORY Lodge Freemasonry is an Organisation of Good Men, No. 96 supporting each other, their families and the community. TREE HEALTH & SAFETY SPECIALIST TREE CARE Qualified Arborists The 136th Installation of Tree Removal & Pruning Hedging Cosmopolitan Lodge No 96 Branch Removal Experts in Tight Space Removals This took place on Saturday 15 discretion of the Board of Freemasons September with Bro Steve Kartsaklis Foundation Victoria Limited based on Fully Insured – Pensioner Discount being placed in the Chair of King recommendations of the Scholarship David Stevens 0411 785 181 Solomon. The ceremony was an Open and Educational Support Advisory Bryan Doheney 0459 902 233 Installation with Investiture of Officers Committee. [email protected] which was conducted by Most The next round of Scholarships will Worshipful Bro Keith Murray Grand open in late October and information Master of the United Grand Lodge of can be viewed at www.freemasons Victoria accompanied and assisted by foundation.org /grants the 2018 Grand Ceremonial Team. It The 2018 Cosmopolitan Lodge No was great to see the lodge room and 96 Junior Scholarship Award will be on adjoining supper room filled with again for Primary Schools within the Freemasons and Non-Freemasons with Queenscliff Point Lonsdale Area along 110 in attendance. with selected schools in Ocean Grove 2019 Scholarship Program and Wallington. Each year the Freemasons Foun- If you are seeking information dation Victoria Limited grants over regarding Freemasonry contact the $400,000 in Scholarship, Awards and secretary Dick Clark 03 5258 2680 or Bursaries to Secondary and Tertiary 0400 553 939. Students. They are granted at the Dick Clark, Secretary

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Clinton White, Manager 0408 520 262 Ph: 0415 959 075 Wharf St Queenscliff, VIC 3225 Tel: Office (03) 5984 4333 www.facebook.com/rjtgardenbellarine/ Wayne Parr, New Boats, 0421 426 844 Tim Phillips, Director, 0407 244 336 Page 16 – Queenscliffe Herald, October 2018 Triple treat at the Brewhouse Tastes of the Region at the brioche and pea aioli and celeriac Brewhouse on Friday nights has remoulade, Ruben sandwich with grown into something special for pastrami, sauerkraut and Russian lovers of fine wines and food. mustard dressing finishing with September was the month for bolar beef and house pickled Terindah Estate wines presented vegetables. by Tim Byrne, paired with tasty Corey explained how the meats meat dishes from Corey McGregor were cured and that coming from a of Queenscliff Meats in conjunc- family of butchers, and good cooks tion with the Brewhouse's chef like his grandmother, he always Ashleigh Kay. had recipes in hand that were tried Guests enjoyed the regions best and tested. offerings in an informal setting and Guests agreed the wine and joined in the conversations with the meats prepared by Ashleigh were winemaker, the butcher and the first class and at just $35pp they chef. Wines included a 2014 dined like royalty. sparkling, 2018 Pinot Grigio and The Brewhouse offers Free Pinot Gris matched with in-season Wine Tastings every Friday in The asparagus wrapped with speck, Tastes of the Region Room 5.30- chicken and cheese kabana with 6.30pm. Good things come in threes at the Brewhouse - Corey's meats, Ashleigh's cooking and Tim's wines were first class. Queenscliff Lonsdale Yacht Club Be in it to win it! Queenscliff Lonsdale Yacht Club's Presentation Night of the Winter Series of yacht racing was held at The Shelter Shed on Saturday 22. This is a unique event on the racing calendar where it is the crew who compete for medals, rather than the boats. The aim is to encourage more people to race over the winter months and also to sail on different boats; crew can only qualify if they have sailed on more than one boat. With only a two-week break between the winter and spring series of racing, the Club is preparing for another busy spring/summer season. The National Discover Sailing Day will be held on October 28 and this year Queenscliff Lonsdale Yacht Club will be holding a Discover Keelboat day. While it is a tradition that the Club welcomes newcomers on race days, racing is not for everyone! A Discover Sailing day is a great opportunity for people to experience the sport of sailing on beautiful Port Phillip in a more relaxing way. Weather always dictates our sport, so keep an eye on the Club website qlyc.org.au for further information.

Club Commodore presenting equal first medals to two of the regular racing crew. The challenges and rewards of sailing Yacht racing on Port Phillip Bay and around the area of Queenscliff is an institution and QLYC continues to encourage the sporting and social aspects as part of the overall community collage, which delights the visitor to the area. The challenges and rewards of sailing at the southern end of Port Philip Bay are many. The scenic backdrop to club events is unsurpassed. The shore lines of the Bellarine and Mornington Peninsulas are second to none. Both these characteristics offer wind shelters which allow sailing when other venues in the Bay are unsailable. The currents generated by the tidal stream through the Rip and the shipping channels combine to provide excellent tactical operations for sailors. In recent years the club has seen the emergence of larger yachts combined with the re-emergence of the traditional Couta vessels racing in a mixed fleet. Additionally, the club introduced a unique winter series racing a few years ago which provides for a crew based championship in which crew sail on a number of yachts over winter and compete through being on a winning yacht most number of times.