Talking Heads Mag May 2016

talking heads
May 2016
no.168
Since 2002
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Some days are silver
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We remember Robert Twomey & Adrian Freeman
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Hello everyone,
we had such a beautiful April in Barwon Heads,
but winter is now close and it is getting chilly. Our
April meeting was a joint meeting with the
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CONTRIBUTION.
We plan to use this money to seek professional
planning advice on options for challenging the
extent of the Residential Growth Zone and
General Residential Zone in Barwon Heads and
to influence a change that better reflects our
coastal location and identity.
A sustainable Barwon Heads is vital to us all and
we need to inform ourselves of ways to
understand and protect our coastal community
and its beautiful environment. One of these
ways is for the Barwon Heads community to
work more closely and to support each other.
We need to ensure that we are listened to by the
decision makers, and that our views are valued.
We need to be safe and look after our
neighbours. We are located in a very precious
part of Victoria, we need to protect it for our
children and not just abandon it to one size fits
all planning codes which seem more focused on
providing opportunities for developers than
protecting the uniqueness of our coastal village.
Barwon Heads has always been known as the
Village by the Sea. We are as our name
suggests, situated at the mouth of the Barwon
River, a very flat coastal village established on
and behind sand dunes. We are land locked,
flat and low lying, surrounded by wetland
ecosystems, there are coastal inundation
concerns. We have a single, mixed-use 'main'
street. We have a varied population and have
become a desired place for people of all ages to
live. We cater for local tourism, however there is
an increasing stress on the natural and built
environments from increasing visitor numbers
and growth of the local population. Our built form
largely comprises detached dwellings with the
occasional small-scale mixed-use unit
developments and dual occupancy
to develop an urban design strategy.

(THAT WILL IDENTIFY ALL OF THE
PREVIOUS STUDIES AND ENSURE THAT
COMMUNITY INPUT IS VALUED AND
INCLUDED IN FUTURE PLANNING).
There has been community consultation in the
past with the resulting reports, strategies and
plans clearly articulating what the community
desires for our village and how this can be
achieved. The reasons for affective action on
these plans are many and are yet to be resolved,
however the sacking of the Councilors does
indicate where one problem was located.
City of Greater Geelong, Oh well they are
gone
Barwon Heads residents need to think long
and hard about what we want from our local
council. Our rates are high and we cant be
expected to subsidise the continued
inefficiencies and poor planning of CoGG.
We have been concerned for many years by
the poor standard of governance at CoGG.
The idiosyncrasies of individuals is part of
the fun of local government, but where is the
professionalism and accountability?
Community views have not been acknowledged
and our involvement has not been valued. So
much of our money has been wasted.
We strongly believe that CoGG will be a better
place with our residents actively involved, and
hope that the changes now underway will be the
perfect opportunity for participation and
discussion. We look forward to working with the
Commissioners.
Planning Application for 9 Bridge Rd - We
understand that there have been over 100
objections. No decision has been made at
the time of writing.
This planning application has prompted
continued discussion and is an example of the
appalling vision that developers have for our
town. It highlights the risks of the new
Residential Growth Zone. The application is
for a building that is probably bigger than
anything in the commercial zone and will
apply a (planning) overlay to protect existing

vegetation. To our knowledge this work has
never been started!
Pedestrian Safety project Vic Roads have
advised that this project is delayed until
June/July, whilst detailed designs are
completed. The latest update from Vic
Roads:
The design is still to incorporate the 4 zebra
crossings (Hitchcock Ave, Bridge Rd, Flinders
Pde and Ewing Blyth Drive), as well as removal
of kerb outstands, addition of bike lanes and
upgrading of the south side footpath on Bridge
Rd.
We are hoping to start works mid this year
(sometime in May/June/July) so that the project
can be in place and we can monitor it for a
couple of months before your busy summer
period. We are working hard with our
construction team in the office to make sure we
have got all the details worked out before we are
out on your roads as to cause as minimal
disruption as we can during this time.
Hopefully closer to the due date of
implementation, we can discuss once more
what will be happening during the time of
construction and hopefully what will happen in
the future summer and busy periods.
Community Safety a sustainable Barwon
Heads needs to be safe. Local resident Andy
Barlow has put a significant amount of his time
and energy setting up a new Neighbourhood
Watch Group for Barwon Heads. We strongly
support this and encourage all to join and
participate. We feel for our local businesses that
have been broken into recently and understand
they are working together to combat this
problem. Our traders are going to canvass all
businesses with a proposal to hire a security
patrol which will only go ahead with significant
majority support. Remember lock your cars, put
the keys in a safe place, lock your house, look
after your neighbours. Andy will provide an
update at our May meeting.
Community Arts We continue to support the
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Training, not only to keep ourselves fit, and our

heart rate, balance, lung capacity, and bone
density what it should be, but so that we are fit
enough to keep up with the demands of our
voluntary work at the Op Shop. Without pulling on
the 25 kg weights of the rowing machine at class, I
doubt if I could lift some of the heavy bags and
boxes that are left to be put away each day.
Special Occasions.
We are very fortunate that many lovely garments

which have been bought for special occasions
such as weddings, or a ball, are often donated to
us. So its great when younger people in the town
decide that theyll make their next party an Op
Shop Formal. The giggles as people try on their
finery, and the later reports of what a hoot it has
been, are almost more satisfying to us than the
boost it gives our takings. We all love parties, and
three of our volunteers have formed a little Social
Committee for us. Our next gathering is definitely
special, since the volunteer who will turn 90 the
same day as Queen Elizabeth 11, (Brenda says
the stork dropped her down the wrong chimney), is
such an inspiration. Like many of the older folk of
Barwon Heads, Brendas life is full of activities,
including a weekly exercise class. Several of our
Op Shop volunteers do this Weight Resistance
That brings me to the second part of this small

monthly message, since I believe that now we are
only allowed to lift items weighing 10 kg or less!!
Recently, following now mandatory Occupational
Health and Safety Regulations, we have had
rather dire warnings about things we routinely do
which we ought not to! For many of us who left our
paid employment when things were very different,
some of these present requirements seem OTT...
over the top. Of course, it all boils down to caring
for our welfare, but also because somebody
could be sued if an incident occurs that
should/could have been avoided. This is how it
came about that by Anglican Diocesan rules, we
cannot accept donations of cots, strollers, carseats, bike helmets, electrical goods etc. because
of inherent dangers in such things. Twice a year we
volunteers have the opportunity of attending an Op
Shop Network Meeting, at which many of these

matters are discussed. I was most interested to
read in the Agenda for the next meeting, that as
well as the many new regulations about Health and
Safety that will be discussed, it is also suggested
that we re-visit the subject of electrical goods.
Other Op Shops have these goods checked and
tagged so they can sell them.
Despite all our signs and messages, we currently
get rid of so many donated electrical things, it is
NOT FUNNY.
Well see if anything changes.
Meanwhile, do keep donating those excellent ball
gowns, deb dresses, and mother-of-the bride gear.
But PLEASE dont leave electrical goods, or
anything in the
condition of the
shoes in the
accompanying
picture.
Keep well, and
hope to see you
soon,
Helen Edwards
Shop
Supervisor.
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Barwon Heads Fine Music Society

Hi everyone!
It is a first for me to write about a concert that hasnt happened yet!
I hope by the time you read this, you will have thoroughly enjoyed the Voices of
War on Anzac Eve presented by the wonderful orator and entertainer, Geoffrey
W Graham. It is a two hour journey with insights of the extraordinary events of
100 years ago. Feel the excitement of the battle call, the emotions of the
conscription debate, the compassion of nurses & the pain of those waiting at
home.
Our next event is:-
MARVELLOUS MUSIC IN MAY with

the MICHAEL MCQUAID SWING QUINTET!
This is a SUPPER DANCE AT 7pm in the
BARWON HEADS COMMUNITY HALL!
Back by popular demand
BHFMS proudly presents the Supper Dance!
Join us for a night of dancing and making merry, once again featuring the
talented Michael McQuaid, newly returned from a brilliant tour of Europe and
America, with his fabulous all-star Swing Quintet.
Tickets exclusively available from GPAC 5225 1200 or book online at
www.gpac.org.au
Members $60, Visitors $65 (members will be sent a password to enable them to
access the special price.) Once you have booked your ticket at GPAC please
contact Reg Brownell reg.brownell@gmail.com or 5256 1571 to book your
table (up to 8 people per table). Price includes a free drink on arrival, delicious
canaps provided by Peppercorn, with drinks available for purchase from the
licensed bar, provided by Barwon Heads Wine Store.
Spaces are limited (due to needing room for a dance floor!) so book early to
avoid disappointment.
Put your dancing shoes on and get In the Mood for a wonderful night!
We are very thrilled to be bringing Michael McQuaids Swing Quintet back to

Barwon Heads for a second Supper Dance in the Community Hall following the
extremely popular & brilliant evening in 2014!
Michael, on saxophone, clarinet & trumpet, will lead his quintet comprising
reeds, guitar, bass, vocals & drums while performing a wonderful mix of swing
era classics of BENNY GOODMAN, DUKE ELLINGTON, LOUIS
ARMSTRONG & many more!
Great for both Listeners & Dancers!
Add to the atmosphere of joyous music & colour by dressing for the occasion!
Tables seat 8 for delicious finger food from Peppercorn during the evening & a
free glass of wine on arrival.
It is a licenced venue so please no BYO. Bring friends or complete a table
yourselves. Tickets; Members: $60 per person or $65 for Visitors per person.
Bookings through GPAC.org.au or call 5225 1200. Please call Reg (0411 982
695 or 5256 1571) with your name & details of others booked at your table to
confirm table numbers.
Enquires: please call Jenny on 5254 2580.
Best wishes,
Jenny
The Battle for the Moonah

The Moonah trees of Barwon Heads are the
signature vegetation that provide so much of our
coastal village atmosphere.
There are significant stands of Coastal Moonah
Woodland [CMW] in Barwon Heads at Moonah
Park and in the Warrenbeen Court cluster of large
private lots generally each being around 1 acre or
more in area. These are favourite places for a
morning or evening stroll with the dog.
The government have produced an excellent
brochure on CMW available for viewing online at:
http://www.depi.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/
0016/204154/CoastalMoonahFieldGuide.pdf
The brochure tells us that before European
settlement CMW may have dominated coastal
and near-coastal environments, on the Bellarine
Peninsula, reaching approximately 5 km inland in
some areas. Most likely it occurred as a large
continuous band, beginning at Swan Island and
extending to Barwon Heads.
It's not surprising that, with only a few significant
stands now remaining, CMW is listed as
threatened under the Flora and Fauna Guarantee
Act 1988. It is the responsibility of councils to put
protection measures in place.
When the Warrenbeen Court precinct was being
developed in 1999 an Indigenous Vegetation
Survey was undertaken by local ecologist Mark
Tregove and, based on this, the CoGG and the
then Department of Environment and Planning
[DEP]worked together to have covenants put on
title for every lot, limiting the building envelopes
for the purposes of minimizing clearing and
protecting what the DEP described as a unique
natural vegetation community.
Fast forward to the present time and the owner of
16-17 Warrenbeen Court, Vicki Wright, has
removed a large area of Coastal Moonah
Woodland on her property to make way for a
million dollar plus expansion to her holiday
mansion, without any notice to her neighbours
and despite the prohibiting covenant. No Planning
Permit has been applied for or issued. At the time
of writing building works are still in progress and a
huge extension effectively doubling the footprint
has risen where significant Moonah trees once
stood. Allowing this precedent could soon lead to
destruction across the whole precinct as another

covenant, prohibiting sub-division, expires in
2020.
BELLARINE & GREAT OCEAN ROAD
CoGG have done nothing to stop this. In the

2010 Barwon Heads Structure Plan it was
recommended that a vegetation overlay be put in
place, but no work has been done on this. A past
policy of requiring permits to remove indigenous
vegetation has been abandoned.
Planning applications
Panel submissions
VCAT representations
Strategic & general
planning queries
As a last resort to the rescue of our environment,

being a lot owner in Warrenbeen Cour,t I am
taking Vicki to the Supreme Court for breach of
covenant, seeking removal of the buildings and
reinstatement of all native vegetation. For
anyone wishing to follow the detail, the case
listing is: S CI 2016 00839 - Warwick Alexander
Manderson- and Vicki Louise Wright.
It's certainly time that someone took a stand to
stop the damage caused by insensitive
development.
Keep an eye open for the fireworks on this one!
coastal planning
Shelly J. Fanning
Planning Consultant
LL.M/LL.B(Hons)BEnvPlan MPIA
mobile: 0408 734 169

shelly@gorcoastalplanning.com.au
www.coastalplanning.com.au
FRITH
BARWON HEADS
Persons or organisations wishing to obtain more

information or to express support for the removal
of buildings and reinstatement of all native
vegetation should email my solicitors Raven &
Associates Lawyers at
chris@ravenlaw.com.au
Warwick Manderson
Photo at left.
No. 16 & 17s house
dwarfs its
neighbours with
extensions to the
North and South
that exceed the
permitted building
envelope.
Native Moonah trees
have been removed
to accomodate
Wide range of Glasshouse Candles,

Diffusers, Handcreams and Soaps smell the difference.
Wedding Registry now online!
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AUTUMN COLOURING IN
Sponsored by STRUMPET
BARWON HEADS
13TH BEACH SLSC
On the 15th of may there is a IRB carnival at 13th beach with
approx 15 competing crews. The carnival starts at 9 and the
IRB crews are always great to watch.
Your Local Picture Framer
Jeanius Graphics
Your wish is our business
Industry standard equipment and materials
50 Carr St.
Barwon Heads 3227
Jean Lonsdale
Sole Proprietor
Phone: (03) 5254 2101

Mob: 0419 588 069
Email: jeanius@riversholme.com.au
Web: www.riversholme.com.au
Saturday the 30th of July the Barwon Heads 13th beach SLSC will hold its
Annual General Meeting, followed by the presentation evening.
Both events will be held at At the Heads with the AGM starting at 4pm
and the awards presentation following straight after.
Please feel free to contact the president Andrew McKinnon or Secretary
Hugh Nairn with any queries.
Andrew 0438 240 169
Hugh
0439 700 333
Nice work in April ~.Ella Rutjens ~ Strumpet has a beautiful prize for you
To win -Colour in then take your May entries into the Post Office
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BARWON HEADS FILM SOCIETY
Thursday May 26 at 7.45pm at the Community Hall, Barwon Heads Film

Society presents:
PUTUPARRI AND THE

RAINMAKERS
2015
97mins
Australia
Rated M
Dir: Nicole Ma
Ten years in the making, the film is an extraordinary eyewitness
account of the living traditions of Putuparri's people.
The film spans 20 transformative years in the life of Tom "Putuparri"
Lawford as he navigates the deep chasm between his Western
upbringing and his determination to keep his traditional culture alive.
A story of life, time and culture. Nicole Ma's documentary is political
and personal, serious and light-hearted, and never less than striking to
look at.
Philippa Hawker Film and arts writer
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THANK YOU - YOU DID IT!
5254 2434
Thanks to you and the generosity of our

wonderful community,
The Tin Shed Good Friday Auction
raised an outstanding $30,108.10 this year.

We couldn't have done it without you and we want to
sincerely thank you for your donation.
For over 55 years the Barwon Grove Golf Club auction
has been raising much needed funds for various charities.

This year the funds raised will go directly to the
Good Friday Royal Children's Hospital Appeal
to support research, equipment, family centred care, education
and training.
Please be proud of your contribution to support this
important cause we certainly are!
On behalf of the Committee and all our Members,
we are extremely grateful for your support and we sincerely thank you.
OPTOMETRISTS
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Optometrist
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And for our little part of the world, this can only
mean one thing:
Yep, Kardinia Park. Thats about how much I

know about the game because I havent been
to an actual game since it was VFL in the
seventies. I dont know my drop punts from my
torpedos. Or my full forwards from my centre
half backs. To me, the language makes no
sense and as far as I can see, the game is
kinda rough. Over my 20 years as a
physiotherapist, many a busted cruciate and
torn hamstring has made me pray that my
youngest lad would fall for the game where
the ball was round and the rule was no
contact. But from the first time my wingman
held a Sherrin in his little hands, it was love at
first touch. Soon he was wearing a shiny
jersey complete with blue and white vertical
stripes and his main goal in life was to pose on
a $3.95 football card.
Last week, It was with great excitement that
we as a parent cheer-squad clapped and
whistled our local smalls onto the grass at
Kardinia Park. The enormity of the field
Dude - these guys are the ones on the telly.

These guys all play for your mighty cats. Why
dont you want them to sign their names on
your jumper?
My little wingman looked at me straight like he
has for the whole of his life and simply said,
My jumper is so clean and just out of the
wash. I dont want anyone to draw on it.
Think standing strength, open twists and nadi
shodhana.
The Mighty Cats.

Pretty soon the small auskickers began to
realise just who it was passing footballs back
to them. With a flurry of excitement there was
much passing of permanent markers as
excited signatures were scribbled on puffed
up backs.
Auskick.
This year, the small folk of our town started
their footy season with a bang. Rather then
heading down to our local oval - the one with
the million dollar view and the very cheap beer
- we all made a Sunday trip to the big smoke.
That being Geelong. Where we had our first
Auskick session at Kardinia Park.
Shes really into football and could get a cat

scrawl penned across her breasts. But she
barracks for Saint Kilda, so I knew it was up to
me. I stepped out onto the perfect green grass
as the sun shone down on Kardinia Park.
Ready to explain to my son the way a die-hard
fan is supposed to act.
reminding me not only of just how small my

little wingman still is, but the big world that he
is beginning to open himself up to. Pretty
soon, some very tall blokes with very big arms
started playing alongside the kids. They was
much pointing from the parent cheer-squad
with a boundary commentary which made me
realise these big blokes were actually the
Geelong football team. Otherwise known to
my wingman as his heroes -
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All the while, my youngest lad continued

kicking the ball to himself.
Some random - I think his name was Jimmy
Bartell - asked my wingman, Would you like
me to sign your jumper little man?
No thanks.
Then another, a rookie new to the team but
apparently not the game, came up and looked
down to my wingman. With arms the size of
my legs and wearing the same cattery blue,
Patrick Dangerfield then asked my wingman,
Would you like me to sign your jumper then?
And again, my youngest lad shrugged while
saying,
No thanks.
Some of the surrounding auskickers started to
urge my lad to offer his jersey. Or his socks.
Or his leg. No thanks he kept saying as he
continued to kick the ball to himself. While he
started to back away a little from the crowd.
The parent cheer-squad told me to get out and
onto the field. To explain to my wingman
exactly who was trying to sign his brand new
blue and white jersey and why. I suggested to
my mum that maybe she could go out instead.
Sometimes it can be hard to do your own

thing. To stand out against the crowd and go it
on your own. Playing your own game plan and
moving to your own rhythm can be judged as
doing it all wrong. With everyone urging you to
do their thing and to move in their direction, we
can feel a little lost and confused as to whats
right for us to follow and whats right for us to
leave behind. Why dont you barrack for my
team? Why dont you idolise my hero? Why
dont you want to do what Im doing? It takes a
real inner strength to hold your space at your
centre. To follow your own truths and desires.
Especially when youre standing in the centre
of Kardinia Park. In a pair of op-shop footy
boots and an oversized, vertical-striped clean
jersey.
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I watched my little wingman, with his wild,

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we ran across to the goals, were we had been
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his best friend and my Dad.
Where it was our signatures that everyone
wanted.
Is it worth it?
Because we were the stars of the game.

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Raffle quilt - winning ticket no 10784
Josi Smith (Ballarat)
Medium quilt - Barbara Leaumont

Small quilt - Carole Bosna
Number of squares - 1034 guessed by

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Viewers' Choice voting
Name the elephant - his name was Big Ears,

guessed by Ann Boyd.
1st - Heather Campbell 2nd - Helen Carruthers

3rd - Bette Collings
The winners of the judged hexagon quilts were

Large quilt - Helen Carruthers
SUMMIT ENERGY HEALING in Barwon Heads

YOGA, MEDITATION, HEALINGS, CRYSTALS
Feedback from new yogi's at Summit Energy Healing:"My back pain is gone!"
"I don't struggle to get up from the chair anymore."
"My neck doesn't hurt anymore."
I have reduced the amount of anti-inflammatory drugs I take!"
Healing from the inside out
Deb Prinzi 0421 695 956 www.summitenergyhealing.com f - summitenergyhealing
the lotus spa at
massage
facials
exotic spa rituals
japanese bathing suite
sauna
hydrotherapy
meditation
waxing
nails
tans
www.lotusspabarwonheads.com.au
barwon heads
GIFT VOUCHERS
ARE
ALWAYS A
WELCOME GIFT
1/67 hitchcock avenue 03 5254 2044
The Directory
0416 119240 talkingbarwonheads@bigpond.com
talking heads magazine
FITNESS HEALTH HEALING MASSAGE
POST OFFICE
Bowen Therapy
Andrea Neale 0407 794 087
Ocean Grove Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture
5255 2905 / 0432 961 910
Barwon Heads Massage, Seaside Serenity,
Daryl Wilkie 0403956900
Barwon Heads Next to the Community Bank
FLY SCREENS
FLY Screening Solutions - Insect screens & doors; Security doors
Bellarine Flooring 9 Sykes Place O.Grove
dahna@bellarineflooring.com.au
58 Hitchcock Ave. Barwon Heads
5254 1811
GLAZING
CLUBS & ORGANISATIONS

1st Barwon Heads Scout Group
5251 2210
13th Beach Golf Academy & Public Driving range
5254 2622
Barwon Grove Golf Club (The Tin Shed)
5254 2826
Barwon Heads Association
Pres. Sandy Gatehouse
5254 1654
Barwon Heads Community Hall FOR HIRE
EemailNatale.Lewington@sjog.org.au
Barwon Heads Community Arts Garden
call Judy 5254 1034
Barwon Heads Film Society
Alex 5254 1139
Barwon Heads Fine Music Society Inc. contact Jenny Wallace Smith 52542580
Barwon Heads Football & Netball Club
5254 2675
Barwon Heads Heritage Group (Part of BHA) Richard Hastings
5254 2621
Barwon Heads Red Cross
5254 1128
Barwon Heads Senior Citizens Club
5254 2003
Barwon Heads Tennis Club
5256 1527
Barwon Heads 13th Beach Surf Life Saving Club www.13thbeachslsc.asn.au 5254 2469
Bellarine Martial Arts Centre 2/3 Smithton Grove Ocean Grove 0404 800 640/0400 218827
Bellarine for Refugees Group
contact Margaret 0419 323 166
Ocean Grove Bridge Club
Marcus Hill
5256 2550
Seachange Quilters at Senior Cit's. lifford Pde.Barwon Heads Caroline 52551726
HAIRDRESSERS - LADIES, MENS & CHILDREN
CAFES/ RESTAURANTS
Barwon Orange 60 Hitchcock Ave Barwon Heads
Beachhouse Barwon Heads 48 Hitchcock Ave.
Napona - Licenced Cafe - 24 Hodgson St. Ocean Grove
Starfish Bakery 78 Hitchcock Ave. Barwon Heads
The Shack - Casual Coastal Dining cnr. Bridge/Hitchcock Barwon Heads
0417 8911 22
0423 874 854
5254 1657/0419 118221
0405 484 344
www.barwonheadsresort.com.au
CLEANING
Barwon Carpet Cleaning

All areas
7 days
0428 502 670
F & G Stanley Steamer Carpet Cleaning Geoff Stanley 0428 520 525/5250 1845
CARPET REPAIRS & RE-STRETCHING

Kim Brasiers Carpet Service
5254 2857/ 0418 376 820
CHIROPRACTOR
Bellarine Chiropractic 14 Tuckfield Street Ocean Grove 5255 2200/0402 115185
CLEANERS
Ladybirds Cleaning & Maintenance
Tri ama Cleaning Services
COMPUTER REPAIRS & TUITION
Shelley 0403 436 252

Tracey 0412 135 866
Steve Sowden
ACCOMMODATION
Leigh Repairs, Servicing, Tuition. I will come to you. 50+ a speciality.
Barwon Heads Caravan Park Ewing Blythe Drive Barwon Heads
5254 1115 Riversholme P/L hl@riversholme.com.au
Barwon Grove Holiday Rentals www.bgholidayrentals.com.au 0412 102 145 / 5255 4676 COOLROOM HIRE (MOBILE)
Ocean Grove Holiday Rentals enquiries@oceangrovestays.com.au 0403 515 605 B & C Coolroom Hire
Lauras Beach Houses Jetty Rd Barwon Heads
5254 1115
SeahavenVillage.com.au 1-7 Geelong Rd Barwon Heads
5254 1066 DECLUTTERING
Bye Chaos
www.byechaos.com.au
Tatiana
ACCOUNTING & FINANCIAL SERVICES
Onsite Organising onsiteorganising.com.au
Jennifer
PFG Financial Services 4/50 Hitchcock Ave Barwon Heads
5255 9555
Helen Holt MYOB Certified BAS
ph: 0418 188847 DENTAL CLINIC
Ocean Grove Accounting & Taxation Services
Luke Joyce
5256 2815 Dr. Samantha Ho Trak Arcade 73 The Terrace Ocean Grove
Expert Cloud Accounts with Xero
0421 343 918 DENTURE CLINIC
Coastal Dentures
Andrew Irving
79 The Parade OG
AIR CONDITIONING
B & C Air conditioning, Installations, Breakdown & Service
0418 827 642 DIETITIAN
Claire Dagley Dietician @ The Heads 2/76 Hitchcock Ave.
ANTENNAS
Point Lonsdale Television
0411 490 430, (03)5258 2068 DOG GROOMING & ACCESSORIES
La Petterie Dog Grooming and accessories 10 Hobson St. Queenscliff
ARCHITECTS
Irons McDuff Architecture www.ironsmcduff.com.au
5254 1337/ 0404 041 337 Surfcoast Dog Grooming Ocean Grove
Ros & Smith Architects + Planners info@roosandsmith.com 5254 2789 / 0427 012 196 DRIVER EDUCATION
Victoria Hamer Architects www.victoriahamer.com
9349 4033 Rita's DRV School, Local lady. 25 yrs/exp
ART
5254 1090
5254 3376
5256 3153
5254 2772
5254 2288
CARPENTRY & HOME MAINTENANCE

Damien Mason Carpenter
Dave's Carpentry Service
David Cole
Reliable Carpenter. Loves small jobs. Call Mick
CARPET & TILE
0439024870
5254 2101
5254 2051
0477 067 612
0430 052 920
5255 2584
5255 4700
5254 1100
0409015022
0416 165 855

Martin 0467 097 101
0435 418 704
0404 163 609
FENCING
BANK
Barwon Heads Community Bank 70 Hitchcock Avenue
03 5254 1700 AGM Fencing
Hair Dudes- Mens 84b Hitchcock Ave. B.Heads

5254 1933
Kylie Curcio Hair Stylist 66 Hitchcock Avenue Barwon Heads 5254 1705/ 0408 036 383
Melissa Connoley Hairdressing, Make Up, Beauty
0432 187 767
HANDYMAN
Nick Gilbert My Handyman for all those little jobs. 52543186 / 0411 225 516
HIRE
Bellarine Hire (Formerly Ocean Grove Hire) Trade and the handyman
Green Steam Ironing & Laundry facilities 7 Smithton Grove OG
1st Floor 51 Hitchcock Ave.
0419 529 623
Ocean Grove Travel 63a The Terrace Ocean Grove

Travel With a Difference Tremont Court B H.
5255 4422
5254 1279
TREE SERVICES
0424 051735
From start to finish - Jack @ Circle Media -
52541660/0497 808 936
WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOING

Gary Priests Photo & Video Wedding Package $1195
ph. 0417 121 702
WINDOWS/FURNISHINGS GLAZING
Frenchys Coastal Glazing, all glazing, mirrors, frameless shower screens and more
Ocean Grove Blinds and Awnings 67 Madeley St. Ocean Grove
0448541221
5256 3668
WINDOW CLEANING
Peter Macmillan
5258 4248 & 0415 493 302
Sparkle Pete 's Domestic and Commercial Window Cleaning Services
0439 995624
WINESTORE
Barwon Heads Winestore
0429 990 850

52554732/0419583154
Noel 0458 641127
WEB DESIGN
Wine, beer, cider, spirits & more 2/86
Hitchcock Ave. 5254 2741
LEGAL SERVICES
Coulter Roache 4/50 Hitchcock Ave Barwon Heads
5254 1877
Jeannette Ernst/Licensed Conveyancer
0407 726 260
5258 1084 Mob: 0402 282 190
Peter Boyle Barrister & Solicitor
Whyte Just & Moore 1/50 Hitchcock Ave. Barwon Heads
(03) 5222 2077
MOTOR MECHANIC
Lastys Mobile Mechanic Unit 2/168-170 Fyans st South Geelong Darren 0409 955768
MOWER SALES & REPAIRS

Bellarine Mower Service 48 Grubb Rd. Ocean Grove 5255 2432 / 0407 045652
OPTOMETRY
Greg Sly Optometrist 87 The Parade Ocean Grove
Ocean Eyes Optometrists 2 Park Lane, 99 Presidents Ave. O/Grove
OSTEOPATHY
5256 1295
5255 5655
13th Beach Osteopathy & Health Services 1/86 Hitchcock Ave. B/Heads 5254 2668
Osteopathy at Barwon Heads Geelong Osteopathic & Healthcare Clinic 5229 8021
PAINTER & DECORATOR
Colourman Painting James Long colourmanpainting@gmail.com

0407 415541
Steve & Cathy Flynn Painter & Decorator
52555667 / 04111 26291
PET BOARDING
Jirrahlinga Taits Road Barwon Heads
5254 2484
PHYSIOTHERAPY
Physio @ The Heads Wayne Clarke 2/76 Hitchcock Ave. Barwon Heads
PICTURE FRAMING
PLASTERERS
Plaster patching / small jobs - Paul Rouhan
PLUMBERS
BMC Plumbing - Blair McGregor
Coastal Roofing New & Re-roofing
Davis Plumbing P/L
PODIATRY
5254 1100
Conservation Volunteers Australia is one of the providers for the Green

Army programme a nationally run youth work ready programme that is
funded by the Federal Government
Green Army is a federal government work-ready program that is open to
Australian citizens or permanent residents aged 17 - 24 who participate in 5-6
months of practical work experience to benefit their personal development and
the environment. Through participating the young Australians gain training and
experience that can help them to enter the workforce or improve their career
opportunities. Participants on the program are paid an allowance, and we
equip them with all uniforms and required safety gear.
Youth can apply directly via
Www.conservationvolunteers.com.au/green-army/victoria
5254 2101 / 0419 588 069

0458005623
0418 376 014

5255 2732 / 0418 593 434
0419 504 085 / 0421 814 669
Kim Nankivell 13th Beach Osteopathy & Health Services Barwon Heads 5254 2668
Podiatry @ The Heads
Matthew Payton 2/76 Hitchcock Ave 5254 1100
Green Army participants at Queenscliff
0418 385 667
BLINDS
Barwon Blinds & Shutters blinds I curtains I shutters
Sylont Watching Service
TRAVEL
______________________________________________________________
BIN HIRE, MAINTENANCE& WASTE REMOVAL

Billys Bins 2,3,4 & 6m
Mobile Ph. 0476277423
SECURITY
Bellarine Black Diamond Garden Service

Rubys Mowing Barwon Heads/Ocean Grove
0425 715 373
0411 727 930
Prompt same day clearance.
LANDSCAPING/GARDENING & MOWING
BEAUTY THERAPY
Skin and Soul Aesthetics
5255 1344
IRONING
Jeanius Graphics 50 Carr St. Barwon Heads
5258 5441
5255 1336
ELECTRICIANS / ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES
ArtsKool @ Kazworks Adults & Kids Art Classes info@artskool.com.au

0437 582772 Brendon Brice Electrical Phones/Data
Seaview Gallery ~ Queenscliff ~ Contemporary & Traditional Art & Glass 5258 3645 Green Lead Electrical
Mick Leverett - Electrician
info@electricalml.com
ATTRACTIONS
Jirrahlinga Wildlife Centre Taits Rd Barwon Heads
5254 2484 Warren Jankowski Electrical
0418 519 078
_________________
5254 2484
5256 2698
0401 231 753
5255 1746
5226 2500
5254 2319
RUBBISH REMOVAL
Treecycling - Tree services, stump removal, onsite mulching
Kevs Window, Door & Glazing Services
Animal Rescue (Jirrahlinga)

Police
Barwon Heads Fire Brigade Secretary/Admin. Enquiries
Ocean Grove Fire Brigade
Barwon Water
5255 2044
GIFTS & HOMEWARES

Frith
EMERGENCY: POLICE - FIRE - AMBULANCE 000
0408 699 690
FLOORING & CARPET SALES
page 11
5254 1338 / 0438 568 407
BUILDING , EXTENSIONS & RENOVATIONS

Bass Homes
www.basscoastalhomes.com
0400 221 244
Homes by Chapman. HIA AWARD Winning Builders. Www.homesbychapman.com.au 0414752159
Jardine Homes Design & Construct
Will Gordon 0414 354 079
J & S Trickey Builders
0419 389 932 / 52542264
BUILDERS CONT:
Jason ONeill Builder Spec. in Environ. Sustainable Homes www.jasononeillbuilder.com.au 0419 393 173
ReKooporations Building Services- renovations, bathrooms & more 0418 357092
LOCAL ADVERTISING
WORKING LOCALLY
5254 1878 / 0416 119240
Ocean Grove Accounting

& Taxation Services
INDIVIDUAL, SMALL BUSINESS
& SELF MANAGED SUPERANNUATION FUND
SPECIALISTS
Phone 03 5256 2815

80 The Avenue Ocean Grove 3226
luke@ogaccounting.com.au www.ogaccounting.com.au
Darren Last
Independant Mercedes Benz Specialist

M. 0409 955 768 P. 5222 3010
Unit 2, Rear of 168-170 Fyans St. Sth Geelong
E. darren@lastys.com.au
Pick up and delivery of motor vehicle for service or repair

from Barwon Heads can be arranged ARC AU No: Au36554
_____________________________________________________________________
0416 119240
COMMUNITY ARTS GARDEN

Workshop to be held in May: Everyone welcome!
HEALTHY SOIL = HEALTHY PL ANTS
WORKSHOP - SATURDAY MAY 14TH 1.15 (For a 1.30
Start) 3 PM @ the gardens
Though some gardeners may be blessed with perfect
soil, most of us are gardening in soil that is less than
perfect. Turning a poor soil into a plant-friendly soil is not
difficult to do, once you understand the components of a
healthy soil. Come to this workshop and learn how to
garden in Healthy Soil.
Lorna Martin, who has studies in Horticulture and
Permaculture and a
Diploma of Sustainability and experience in community
gardens, will be presenting this workshop for us.
You will learn the benefits of: *Compost
*Worms
*Microbes
There will be plenty of time for Q & A. followed by a
cuppa. Fee $10 payable on the day.
Register your interest in attending by sending an email
to workshop@bhartsgarden.com (We will send you a
return email confirming you have secured a place in the
workshop)
Any queries please phone Carmel 0413 045 443.
Basket Making Workshop:

A successful and fun basket making workshop was held
recently at the gardens. It was run over two Sundays, a
few weeks apart, and all those who participated
thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The photo shows a
basket made by Deb. Maybe she will use it at the
gardens when harvesting her veges? Deb commented
that a basket can be made from all materials sourced
from our community garden.
The Garden Room. (the portable located at
the rear of the gardens). Our garden room is available
for hire for a nominal fee. Currently we have various

groups using the room including a yoga group and also
a chlldren's music group. It is a very pleasant room to
use for meetings. The room is carpeted and tea making
facilities are available. If you would like to book the
portable please contact Committee member Russell
Mitten on 0439 061 475.
Working bees/get togethers are held on the
last Sunday of the month from 10 am onwards.
Everyone is welcome to call in, meet members and if
you can spare an hour or so lend a hand with some of
the smaller projects.
We welcome visitors to the garden please feel free to

pop in, see what we have been up to and take time to sit,
relax and enjoy your Community Arts Garden.
Carmel Smith
Committee Member BHCAG
Mobile 0413 045 443
Garden is located at 38 Geelong Road, Barwon Heads
Email: info@bhartsgarden.com
Website:
www.bhartsgarden.com
Basket Making
THINGS HAVE BEEN ALL A BUZZ AT THE

COMMUNITY GARDEN OVER THE PAST FEW
WEEKS.
A new storage shed is currently being constructed
(more about this from Rob in the next edition of TH),
John Mc organized a very successful Passata making
morning with about 25 people attending, the kids' play
area has been relocated to behind the poly house and
the Queen Bee in the garden's beehives became too
feisty and has had to be replaced.
As well as all of the above . Plotties have been busy
preparing their plots and planting a wide range of winter
vegetables. Peas, beetroot, cauliflowers, cabbage,
leeks, onions and broad beans are some of the popular
varieties planted. The Committee ordered in a large
quantity of a soil/compost mix for plotties to purchase for
topping up their plots. We still make our own compost at
the gardens but with this dry weather (and lack of water)
it has been somewhat slow rotting down to the state
where it can be used. Chris and Russell H recently spent
many hours cutting up a large amount of green waste,
turning the compost and generally tidying up the bays
that are set aside for the purpose.
Welcome to new plotholders: Sara and Aaron, Britt
and Peter and also Paul and Chantel recently joined our
garden community and are enthusiastically planting up
their plots. We are currently converting one communal
space into additional personal plots so we can
accommodate those on the waiting list. Currently we
have 23 plotholders which is terrific along with a large
number of Friends of the Garden people who don't
want to necessarily have their own patch of soil but join
in at working bees, social functions, workshops and
support the gardens in many other ways. (You can
become a Friend for just $15 per year).
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
BARWON HEADS SUSTAINABILITY GROUP

COMMUNITY ACTIONS
FOR A
Outcomes of the Community Planning Process
SUSTAINABLE
The first presentation of the Barwon Heads Sustainability Group's recently produced Community
Actions for a Sustainable Barwon Heads (see http://www.bhsustainability.org.au/ ) was made at
the Barwon Heads Association meeting on 18 April.
Resulting from a consultation process in 2015 with many community groups, the document
captures a range of local projects and activities that are ongoing or in their next phase, from
BHSG's own 'Pot Luck Dinners', Plastic Bag Free Barwon Heads and Ocean Grove (stage 2 Borrow a Bag) and Community Solar (stage 2 crowdfunding solar at the school) to other new and
proposed projects including:
Seeking Refuge Bellarine for Refugees support for asylum seekers in the Geelong region gaining
temporary protection visas
The Barwon Estuary Project highlighting the natural and cultural values of the Estuary through production of a Journal
A possible forum series, including Renewable Energy and deeper examination of the natural impacts of Climate Change
A suggested Urban Design Strategy Project to embrace the many identified concerns, regarding urban design, safety and transport issues
BARWON HEADS
The Urban Design Strategy Project generated much discussion at the Association meeting, and it was noted that a working group will be formed in
June to examine this further. The Working Group will consider approaches to:
BHAC is pleased to report that

350 surveys were completed
in relation to the Feasibility
Study for a Community arts
hub so there seems to be a
healthy interest in having a space for arts
development in Barwon Heads.
Now that the consultation phase is complete a report will be
lodged in mid May to set out the demand for this facility, so
wish us luck as if sufficient demand is confirmed, Stage 2
will identify the site and operational viability and we'll be on
our way.
Mountain to Mouth is coming up and Kaz

McGlynn and other local artists and volunteers
have busy been creating beach lanterns to
illuminate the beach for the event.
These should look spectacular so make sure you are on the
beach that night to welcome the weary walkers on their
return. Mountain to Mouth finishes at 6pm on Saturday 7th
May at Barwon Heads foreshore with a closing ceremony.
Also the Bellarine Arts Trail - registrations due by

31 May 2016. Email barwonheadsartscouncil@live.com
for a registration form.
We have recently held our AGM and welcome

new committee members, Suzanne Brown,
Dorothy Johnstone
Our Committee:
President: Victoria Strachan,
Vice- President: Sophia Legoe,
Treasurer: Caroline Woods,
Minute Secretary: Jan O'Sullivan,
Membership Secretary: Karen Shirley,
General Committee: Christine Croyden,
Karen McGlynn.
At the AGM we also heard about some exciting arts
projects by local residents:
The Barwon Estuary Project

there's a bird photography workshop coming up as
well as guided walks. Register your interest and find
details by email barwonestuary@gmail.com
Rebecca Ryan and Adam Bills

The wedding party from L-R are Astrid, Jayda, Adam, Rebecca, Jovi,
Laurie, Candice and Cash.
The wedding was held at the foreshore in front of Laura's cottage and the
reception was at the 13th Beach Golf Club.
strumpet
Camilla
Maison Scotch
The White Mouse musical
Scotch & Soda
The Nancy Wake Story that was showcased last

year at BHAC's Meet the Anzacs event, has now
been postponed for 2016. However, an original cast
recording of the musical will be on sale in May.
For updates on The White Mouse musical go to
http://www.thewhitemousemusical.com
or email me directly crisdez@netspace.net.au
Metalicus
Christine Croyden on behalf of BHAC
Totem
Free People
American Vintage
Moda Immagine Italian Knits
Ensuring value is given to coherent community input: how to Influence such activities as review by CoGG of the Urban Design Framework and
Structure Plan
Creating a community-based design strategy, covering aspects such as: Density of housing, Heritage protection/coastal village ambience, Maintenance
of natural environment, Town boundary and its implications, Impact of population change, Pedestrian safety/networks, Cycling safety/ networks,
Traffic management, Significant landscapes/park linkages, Climate change impacts/monitoring
Other groups and individuals who would like to join these activities would be most welcome. For more information or to discuss, contact
info@bhsustainability.org.au or John Burke, 0417324441. This project has been supported by the Barwon Heads Community Bank.
Banjo & Matilda Cashmere

Blaest Norwegian Coats
20% OFF ALL SEAFOLLY

57 Hitchcock Ave, Barwon Heads
106 Pakington St, Geelong West
65 The Terrace, Ocean Grove

1 Gilbert St Torquay
5254 1033
SCANDANAVIAN
ICE-CREAM Co.
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Once the old Fire Station,

BeachHouse Barwon Heads showcases
some of the Bellarine Peninsula's fine produce,
wine, cider & beer.
VIKING DVD
Open 7 days
Home Cured Salmon
03 5254 2741
so simple and when I have people over

for drinks, it makes a special treat
thats ready to no.
slice1in a couple of
days...
Sample our 'Retro Lolly' range
www.barwonheadswinestore.com.au
2/86 Hitchcock Ave Barwon Heads
Ever done this?
Known as lox or gravlax, its
OPEN EVERY DAY
45 Hitchcock Avenue Barwon Heads

Ph: 5254 3229
youll need a large, thick

piece of skinned belly
salmon (not the
tail)...place salmon on a
non-reactive tray,
sprinkle the cure mix *
onto the salmon flesh a
little at a time and, using a
bunch of parsley as a
brush, brush off the
excess...this creates a
skin between the salt
layer and the delicate
f l e s h
o f
t h e
salmon...repeat this until the skin
feels firm...pour the remaining cure
mix over the salmon and rub it evenly
over the length of the fish so it is the
same depth all over...cover with a

sheet of foil then place a weight (can)
on top and leave to cure in the fridge
for 1 - 2 days...you can tell when its
cured as it goes quite firm...rinse off
cure mix, dry, then marinade in olive
oil, lime juice, dill, ground white
pepper...cover and rest in the fridge
for a couple of hours.
To serve, unwrap and place the
salmon on a large serving plate...slice
finely, sprinkle with extra virgin olive
oil and lemon juice...serve with
condiments of your choosing, such as
salmon roe, capers, white marinated
anchovies, baby mushrooms in olive
oil, sour cream, cornichons, sourkraut
CONTACT
BeachHouse Barwon Heads
48 Hitchcock Avenue
Barwon Heads
03 5254 3376
and picked vegetables...and the

naughty bit...a good handful of sweet
potato kettle chips!
* cure mix is - 1 cup dill chopped;
150g castor sugar; 150g salt flakes;
rind of 1 lime.
24 hodgson street ocean grove
5254 1100
Health @ The Heads
would like to welcome a new physio
To our team
Wayne Clarke
Special - Any Burger and a Beer (or wine) $20
Follow us on facebook or twitter @EatAtNapona
TEN THOUSAND THINGS
Emma Smith
casual coastal dining
bookings 5256 3153

walk ins welcome
www.napona.com.au
Happy Hour is back!

Friday 5pm - 8pm
info@beachhousebarwonheads.com.au
www.beachhousebarwonheads.com.au
Food Wine Coffee

Licenced
Open everyday for Breakfast and Lunch

Open Tuesday to Saturday for dinner
Opening hours are Monday to Friday 9am - late

Saturday and Sunday 8am - late.
Matt Payton
open 8 - 4 breakfast 8 - 11.30

lunch 12 - 3
Dinner Friday & Saturday night
licenced
Claire Dagley
03 5254 2288
www.shackdiningco.com.au
corner bridge rd and hitchcock avenue barwon heads shackdiningco@gmail.com
2/76 Hitchcock Avenue Barwon Heads
1/53 Hitchcock Avenue
OPEN MON - FRI 8.30am - 6pm

NOW OPEN SAT 8.30am - 12 noon
Barwon Heads 5254 2620
Ph: 5254 1090
STARFISH BAKERY
Gorgeous sandwiches,
salads, daily specials
and soups.
Bread, cakes, biscuits,
& really good coffee
Osteopathy
60 Hitchcock Ave
Barwon Heads
WED PIZZA NIGHTS

AND
THURS CURRY NIGHTS
soup
dips
seafood
FROM 5.30PM
steak
curries
gourmet wood oven pizza
veg & gluten free options
Reformer Pilates
ARE BACK!
Home of the famous

Superstar Squishy
Closed Tuesdays
78 Hitchcock Ave Barwon Heads Telephone: 5254 2772
Fully licenced
All day brekkie, lunch & dinner

Take away options
Open 7 days and 7 nights

private functions welcome
www.barwonorange.com.au
&Health Services
Remedial Massage
Physiotherapy Now Available!

T - 5254 2668
1/86 Hitchcock Avenue Barwon Heads
Monday to Friday 7.30am - 8pm
Saturday 7.30am - 4pm
We are thrilled to announce the arrival of

our new Physiotherapist,
Konrad Slavinskis.
Please call our friendly reception staff to
make an appointment or book online at
www.13thbeachosteo.com.au
Podiatry
Physiotherapy
Dr Kane Fraser
B.App.Sc (Clinical/Chiropractic) (03) 5255
2200
Dr Kane Fraser
B.App.Sc (Clinical/Chiropractic) (03) 5255
2200
Traditional greek lemon soup is

made from all natural ingredients
but if you want to make this the
cheats way...heres how
ATTITUDE
OF
GRATITUDE
FUNDRAISER
Samples of the amazing donated art to be auctioned
www.loveyoursister.org
Saturday, July 23
6 PM - 9 PM
Ticket details & more info
June Talking Heads
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__________________________________________________________________
Venue kindly donated by

& thanks to
THE TIN SHED
LOCAL LIVE MUSIC

Gratitude.fundie@gmail.com
This event Attitude of Gratitude cancer

fundraiser is a way of giving back. Three
of our committee members have
experienced cancer and all of our
members have been touched by cancer
in some way. We want to celebrate our
family/friends' survival and to give back
to the work of cancer researchers who
contributed to our recovery. We also
want to celebrate our dedicated
surgeons (some of them local), doctors,
nurses, oncologists and medical teams
too. But importantly, we want to
acknowledge the amazing support we
received from friends and community
who made our cancer journeys so much
easier to bear. We want to celebrate this
with local visual artists and local
musicians who are donating their time
for this event - and this is your chance to
check out the amazing talent contained
in our local community. Love where we
live!
Melinda & Committee
WINEMAKER DINNER
Thursday 23 June, 6pm
3 Course dinner with matching Flametree Margaret River wines
hosted by Chief Winemaker, Cliff Royle
At the Heads
1A Ewing Blythe Drive (Jetty Road), Barwon Heads
TICKETS
$95 from Barwon Heads Winestore
5254 2741
info@barwonheadswinestore.com.au
Shop 2, 86 Hitchcock Ave. Barwon Heads
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Shelf Life
Steve Craddock's thoughts on books & writing from down here on the river bank
Free Home Delivery
Aldous Huxley, who died in 1963, has been long forgotten,

remembered (if at all) for a single novel, Brave New World.
For a time, during the forties and fifties, that book shared
equal top billing with Orwells 1984, and both books were
extremely powerful influences on the thinking of progressive
young people. Today, I suspect Orwells fans greatly
outnumber Huxleys.
BARWON HEADS URBAN FIRE BRIGADE
How fire fighting has changed

This year Barwon Heads Fire Brigade turns the rather grand age of 80.
So why would anyone read Huxleys little-known work, After Many a Summer?
In looking back at our history, there are some interesting comparisons with the way fire fighting was conducted then, compared to now. Over the next editions of Talking
Heads we'll be comparing how we operate as a Brigade today with 1936.
Well let me tell you, that with all its faults, this novel poses very relevant questions
about greed and power, death and dying. And its very funny, too! The lively
descriptions of extreme behaviours and extreme events will stay with you because of
the authors sardonic sense of irony and his ability, like Ricky Gervais, to make us
laugh out loud at times when we should be turning away, struck by the horror.
The Brigade began on 1 July 1936 following a public meeting held in the community hall, led by Mr Kinder Archer. There were 15 firemen and the first captain was Mr Frank
Ellis. The original site was on the corner of Clifford Parade and Hitchcock Avenue. In late 1937 a block of land was purchased and a new Fire Station built, right where the
Beach House Bar and Restaurant is today.
In the early days it was a Volunteer Community Bucket Brigade with a reel, cart and buckets. Fires were extinguished by those who arrived at the fires. Water was
unavailable, so the fire brigade relied on house tank water until the late 1930s when pipes were built across the Bridge. The first motorised unit was a Dodge truck, especially
It has been suggested that this book may have inspired Orson Welles great movie
Citizen Kane. Here, our Californian billionaire, Jo Stoyte, despite surrounding himself
with all the splendid trappings of wealth in the mock castle on the hill, is terrified of
dying, and his attempts to live on indefinitely drive the book. Assisting him in that
endeavour is his personal physician, the truly, madly awful Dr Sigmund Obispo.
fitted with hose.

It's a very different scenario today. With some 35 members, male and female, we are an active and growing Brigade. The Brigade relocated to Sheepwash Road in the early
1990's. With water connected throughout Barwon Heads, we are able to connect to fire hydrants and have instant water available when responding to incidents in town.
Our fire trucks are very different to the original cart and far more sophisticated in operation. Some of the equipment found on our appliances include hoses, rake hoes, fire
extinguishers, hydrants, generators, large fans and fire blankets. In some ways, the equipment is not all that different to that found on the original fire trucks, however the
appliances themselves are far more elaborate in the pumping systems that are installed. More to come in future editions
As the days get shorter and evenings cooler, CFA is urging residents to keep themselves fire safe by checking and maintaining their fireplaces, chimneys, fireboxes and flues.
Each year CFA sees an increase in the number of chimney fires from both fireplaces and solid wood heaters. For more information http://news.cfa.vic.gov.au/news/coolerconditions-prompt-chimney-warning.html
We have a Facebook page informing you of local community safety events and insights to what the Brigade is up to. Make sure you jump on and give us a like to follow what
we are up to!
The Barwon Heads Fire Brigade is seeking new members. If you are interested in learning new skills, meeting new people and being part of a team that contributes to the
safety of our community, please call Captain Helen Wood on 0438 507 273, or email Secretary Kira Crawford Brooks on cap.bhufb@bigpond.com
At the time, Huxley, a very serious English intellectual, was settling very comfortably
indeed into expatriate life in California. Although he struggled as a film writer, he made
many friends, adopted Californian mysticism, and became a fervent advocate for psychedelic drugs. Unfortunately for we
modern readers, these foibles may have caused Huxley to lose track of his plot repeatedly.
Again and again, he makes one of his characters, Jos neighbour and old school friend, Bill Propter, spout long monologues
of philosophical mumbo jumbo. No doubt better readers than me will say this advice is utter heresy, but may I suggest you
can safely skip most of his scenes, and you will enjoy the book far more for doing so!
Like Brave new world, this novel has a slightly fantastic strand. Here rather than on genetics, we focus on extending life
expectancy, a topic that is not as far-out today as it might have been in the forties. So to what extremity is fat boy Jo Stoyte
prepared to go at the hands of the odious Dr Obispo to achieve something like immortality? Youll have to read on to the
excruciating final scenes to find out.
Steve
And a few words from Pat
I didnt read After Many a Summer in my teens as Steve did, so I came to it free of
expectations, and on the whole, I found it a delightful read.
At the start of the book, with Jeremy Pordage, the main protagonist, we take a trip through the crazy landscape of Los
Angeles where you can buy mile high cones or attend a church service and feel better all week. Here, billboards assault the
senses, proclaiming that Jesus is coming soon and that you too can have abiding youth with Thrill-phorm brassieres.
And there, we see a bill-board for Beverley Pantheon, The Cemetery That Is Different. So, from the outset, we know are to
be taken on a wild ride.
With the exception of the annoying Mr Propter who will go on and on, the characters are great fun. We have the hapless
millionaire, Joe Stoyte, who is in thrall to the demonic Dr. Obispo; and the vacuous miss Maunciple who is a slave to her own
carnal desires for the said Doctor.
Soon, we become deeply involved in Joes quest. He is desperate for the elixir of eternal youth. And when Jeremy Pordage
unlocks the secrets of the fifth Earl of Gonesters diaries, found amongst the Hauberk Papers which Pordage has been
engaged to edit, we see the quest played out in all its gruesome extremity. A case of be careful what you wish for.
Pat
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Marvelous Music In May

a Huge Success
WHAT'S COOKING AT
THE LOBSTER POT?
Behind the Green Door
With the grey light and chilly
May air rudely nipping at our
unsuitable knees, the height of
summer could not be further
away. Yet the next is coming
closer in the minds of the
Friends of the Lobster Pot.
The approaching winter
solstice finds our doors closed
to the public. No, seasonal
hibernation is not underway.,
Reflecting on the lessons of the
past super busy summer,
planning for the next and
making those plans happen in a
flurry of weekend working bees
is the order of the day. That
and learning more
and
marveling at the beauty our
seaside surroundings. If you
are interested in the natural
and cultural heritage of the
Barwon River Estuary and have
spare time on your hands, why
not join the Friends of the
Lobster Pot? I'm talking about
the Barwon Estuary Heritage
Centre of course. It's the green
building on the river near 'At the
Heads' restaurant. Working
bees will take place on the first
Saturday of the month from
now until the next summer
solstice.
Contact this volunteer
organisation through Barwon
Coast. Drop in or ring Maddie
Glynne (52541118). I'll just
duck out to put another log on
the fire.
Rob Kuebler
HOODIES Buy Sell Swap & Tell
Bee with a backpack of the sensor variety
RIVERSHOLME PTY LTD
BARWON HEADS ASSOC.

President - Sandra Gatehouse
Meet @The Senior Citizens Hall
3rd Monday in Month @ 7.30pm
All welcome
Riversholme Ltd offers professional, prompt and

local help with Home and Business IT systems.
s Repairs, upgrades and new computers

s Expert and qualified tuition
s Data protection & backup
s Internet and web
s Anti-virus
s Intel server specialists
s Network & phone cabling
s IT planning & policy for business
BARWON HEADS
TRADERS & TOURISM
President-Bernard Napthine
5254 2312
Collendina Hooded Plover Fledglings:
The chicks had been flying up to 20-30
metres at a time but I was reluctant to
consider them 'fledged', especially when I
observed them being brooded at day 34!!
No one had observed the chicks flying out
over the water, so on official 'Fledge Day' I
was still reluctant to make the call...that
was until 6pm 30th of March.
It is unfortunate that both hoodie and magpie families
have claimed this stretch of beach as 'their' territory, as
the magpies were an ever-present threat and most
volunteers experienced magpie-induced 'near' heart
attacks as the magpies and hoodies played 'Cat and
Mouse' along the length of the beach.
(A chick was eaten by a magpie on day 5...right before a
volunteer, who was helpless to do anything as it
happened so quickly!)
On several occasions, the hen would protect / brood her
chicks, one under each wing, whilst dad, AD, would fend
off the magpies.
On Fledge Day, the magpies had pushed the hoodie
family all the way from 6W to 7W over the course of an
hour and a half, it was very high tide and the hoodie family
were near the 7W boundary fence of their territory with
the magpies on the upper beach making life hard for
them. A walker, completely oblivious to the situation she
was about to walk into, proceeded to walk at the hoodies
and split the family up, AD flew at the magpies which then
flew off into the dunes, AD returned to his family and all
four flew off in unison in a wide arc out over the waves and
back to the safety of 6W.
I asked the walker if she'd seen the chicks fly...she replied
"Yeah, I saw the birds." and kept walking...unaffected by
the miracle that had just taken place!
The fledging of AD & unb's twins brought our total to 5
fledglings for Bellarine for the season, one up on our
previous 'record'.
Over the course of 35 days, there were 32 volunteers
involved in their rearing.
(AD Twins Photo credit Jennifer Carr)
GIRL GUIDES VICTORIA

Helen Carruthers 5254 1299
hcarruthers@guidesvic.org.au
just
Building Surveying
solutions
BARWON HEADS
SUSTAINABILITY GROUP
Community Arts Garden
John Burke 5254-1921.
COMMUNITY GARDEN
President - Michael Murphie
info@bhartsgarden.com
Building Permits,
Building Inspections, Planning
Compliance, Planning Permits,
ResCode, Owner Builder Reports
FRIENDS OF THE BLUFF

President - Jon Duthie
5254 2626
GRAHAM NEALE
WANTED TO BUY
Old Interesting Stuff
Antiques, Furniture, Art Deco, Books,
Collectables, Surfboards,
Household MargaretGoods
We buy single items or house lots.
Call Peter Summers at
How Bazaar 5278 5453
MARKETING, PROMOTION
& SMALL WEBSITES
Barwon Heads Marketing
0416 119240
MENDING , HEMS & DRESSMAKING
Margaret 0419 350 103
LOCAL MARKETS
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Every Saturday 9am - 1pm
lOcean Grove- Kingston Park l
1st Sunday 9am - 1pm
l Pt. Lonsdale l
at Pt Lonsdale Primary School
2nd Sunday 9am - 2pm
l Drysdale at Recreation Reserve l
3rd Sunday 9am - 1pm
l Portarlington at Newcombe St l
(Opp Port Hotel)
1st Saturday 9am - 2pm
l Queenscliff at Princes Park l
Last Sat Sept to May
REGISTERED BUILDING PRACTITIONER
A Pretty Little Town

Between the Barwon River
Birdlife Australia
Phone: 5254 2101

hl@riversholme.com.au
COMPUTER AND NETWORK SERVICE
BELLARINE
MOWER
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OFFICIAL STOCKIST
solo
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SALES & REPAIRS TO

ALL POPULAR MODELS
48 GRUBB RD. OCEAN GROVE
Ph. 5255 2432 Mob. 0407 045652

Fax 5255 2399 Email hornak1@bigpond.com
(upstairs entry in Clifford Pde.)
ph 5254 3216 mob 0417 377 113
Imperfection is beauty, madness is

genius and it's better to be absolutely
ridiculous than absolutely boring.
Marilyn Monroe
And the pounding Bass Straight

Sea
Sits Barwon Heads all snuggled in
Beneath the soaring trees
Along the streets mc-mansions
stand
Near dwellings built on dreams
And no two places look the same
Coincidence it seems
Bush Poet........R
18/04/16
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Legal Services for Barwon Heads
and Ocean Grove
Corporate & Commercial

Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Property & Development
Family Law
Workplace Relations
Wills, Estates & Succession
Planning
Barwon Heads Office
Shop 4, 50 Hitchcock Avenue
Barwon Heads
HEYWARD CONSTRUCTIONS P/L
Remember to take your baskets,

cloth or hession bags or your jeep to
save our communities from curse of
the plastic invasion
BUILDING SURVEYOR 1515

51b Hitchcock Ave. Barwon Heads
50 CARR STREET BARWON HEADS
Nick Heyward
Ph: 0412 121 906
Fax: 5254 2274
All Aspects of Building & Construction

Architectural New Homes & Additions
www.heycon.com.au
nick@heycon.com.au
P.O.Box 1075 Barwon Heads 3227
Open Thursdays
or by appointment
Tom White
Principal
Tel 03 5254 1877

www.coulterroache.com.au
News from the Beaches and Coastal Environs

Barwon Heads Seawall & Promenade and Mark & Phil from Elstone Diving Services
be open for public access and will only require a

temporary closure the following week for final touches to
the hand rail and a final coat of paint.
Barwon Coast is very pleased with how the finished work
is looking and congratulate our contractors Elstone
Diving Services for the attention to detail throughout the
life of this project. Also for their ability to work with the
public and campers at the Barwon Heads Caravan Park
through some very busy periods.
We are confident that visitors to this very popular part of
our coast will be able to enjoy and appreciate the facility
for many years to come.
MOUNTAIN TO MOUTH
Geelong's 80km Extreme Arts Walk - 6-7 May 2016

M~M is on again this year starting at the You Yangs on 6th
May and finishing at Barwon Heads 7pm on 7th May. To
register to take part in this extreme walk event, please
email carolinem@karingal.org.au or phone 52222 1484.
PARK SMART
Barwon Coast is a Committee of Management

appointed by the State Government with
responsibility for the management of 13km of
coastal crown land from 7W Collendina to 42W
Blue Rocks, Barwon Heads covering our
beautiful beaches in Ocean Grove, Barwon
Heads and 13thBeach.
Our Committee members are local residents appointed
with consideration of the skills and experience that they
have
to offerPhotography
in the management of this important piece
Lyn Martin
of coastline.
OCEAN GROVE SURF BEACH COMPLEX

Barwon Coast continue to work with the Ocean Grove
Surf Life Saving Club to finalise the plans for the
redevelopment of the building. The redevelopment of
the SLSC And The Dunes caf is considered a high
priority project and all efforts are being made to finalise
the redevelopment plans as soon as is possible; when
finalised redevelopment timelines will be established so
that work can begin at the earliest opportunity for all
concerned.
A big School of Fish are

gathering at Barwon Heads for
Mountain to Mouth
May 7th.
Completion ceremony
Barwon Heads 6 - 7pm
Photo by Award Winning local photographer - Sandy Goddard
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Thieves everywhere are opportunistic, and our coastal

reserves are no different.
Prevent becoming a statistic down the coast, protect
yourselves and your valuables by locking your cars,
removing your valuables or be prepared to lose them.
DUNES CAFE
The Dunes restaurant located, at Surf Beach Road,
Ocean Grove VIC 3226, is a Crown land facility leased by
the Land Manager, Barwon Coast Committee of
Management Inc. on behalf of the State of Victoria, to
lessees, The Beach Cafe Company Pty Ltd, registered in
Geelong, Victoria.
The lessee has requested that at the expiration of the
current lease in 2017 a new 21 year Crown land
(Reserves) Act 1978 lease be directly awarded to The
Beach Cafe Company Pty Ltd.
Crown land policy allows a Land Manager to treat directly
with an incumbent lessee subject to meeting certain
economic and prudential tests. Through this Notice the
Committee seeks any feedback from the public in regard
to this re-leasing proposal.
All submissions should be either mailed to the General
Manager, Barwon Coast, C/- P.O. Barwon Heads Vic
3227 or via email to: admin@barwoncoast.com.au by
close of business on Friday 6th of May 2016
All submissions shall be treated in the strictest
confidence.
BARWON HEADS SEAWALL &

PROMENADE
NEW WEBSITE FOR BARWON COAST
Barwon Coast website has been redeveloped with lots of

news and educative topics. Please take a look at our new
site which we hope will assist you in making decisions
when frequenting the beaches of Ocean Grove and
Barwon Heads.
Check us out at www.barwoncoast.com.au
The 19th Annual Bethany Arthouse Film Festival Geelong Program

Tuesday 17th May 8pm
TWO DAYS, ONE NIGHT
91mins - French with English sub titles
DOG ON BEACHES
From the 1st of February 'Dogs on Leash' are allowed in a

number of areas where access is prohibited over the
busy summer period.
However a reminder to dog owners, that we are
experiencing numerous dogs off-leash within leashed
zones. Please be mindful that our dog control orders are
in place for all to enjoy this special place and to protect
natural values including wildlife. Dogs along the Barwon
estuary and from 13W to 20W must be on a leash at all
times until the 1st May. Please remember the Barwon
Bluff Marine Sanctuary is a No Dog zone all year round.
Penalties do apply.
Sandra, a young Belgian mother, discovers that her workmates

have opted for a significant pay bonus, in exchange for her
dismissal. She has only one weekend to convince her
colleagues to give up their bonuses so that she can keep her
job.
Directors: Jean-Pierre Dardenne, Luc Dardenne
Writers: Jean-Pierre Dardenne, Luc Dardenne
Stars: Marion Cotillard, Fabrizio Rongione, Catherine Sale
www.bethany.org.au
Gary McPike
General Manager
Bookings GPAC - www.gpac.org.au or 5225 1200

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The seawall, promenade and new handrail are almost

finished. By the ANZAC Day long weekend the area will
OCEAN GROVE
& BARWON HEADS STAYS
Book the Bellarine
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Andrew, Meryll & Rachel Smith
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with fully equipped kitchen, living room, A/C, bathroom, laundry, TV, Stereo,CD,DVD,VCR. Plus all bedding & elec.Blankets.
Private decking with a relaxing opportunity to take in the views of Port Phillip Bay, the Bluff & the Bridge.
Also available- Deluxe 2 & 3 br Cabins, 1 & 2 br Cabins, Heritage Boat House, & powered sites
Superbly located at Barwon River Estuary with ocean views.
A/C cabins, fully equipped kitchen, living room, ensuite,
TV, private decking.
Web: www.barwoncoast.com.au
Quality homes wanted in Barwon Heads and

Pt. Lonsdale for Holiday Rentals
We now have waiting lists of guests for summer
requests in these areas.
Barwon Grove Holiday Rentals
1/25 Wallington Road, Ocean Grove3226
03 5255 4676 mobile 0412 102 145
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BARWON HEADS CARAVAN PARK

Email: Bookings@barwoncoast.com.au
Great work
Liz McGrath,
Fiona Duncan
and Tara Lynch.
Ph: 03 5254 1115
We have clients currently seeking to rent

the following holiday home types:
Large homes, homes with pools,
And mobility access homes.
Please call or email to discuss our
management options. P: 0403 515605
enquiries@oceangrovestays.com.au
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Ph: 03 5254 1066 / 0417 543336

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Trish Temple
Mobile: 0414 583 708
BARWON HEADS CYCLING CLUB

Bridge2Bridge
back home. When he and Jason joined us

on day 6 in Moe it gave the team a real lift.
Its great that he is now back on the early
morning rides. Thanks Wiggo.
The B2B is finally complete;

over 1,100kms of riding in 8 Alicia Brown
days. What an epic journey.
The B (bus) team left early on
Friday morning of April Fools
Day.
It was a big trip to Sydney 13 hours on a
bus towing the trailer laden with bikes.
The A (aeroplane) team took an hour to
get to the starting point. The cycling trip
was a wonderful journey full of
challenges and fun.
We managed to beat our

fundraising target of $20,000,
raising over $23,000 for local
Geelong charity Give Where You
Live. Here are some thoughts from one
of our riders about the B2B.......
It was very cool being able to eat with
impunity, being so active all day meant
big meals and all types of food were on
the menu (I hadn't had so many
chocolate milks since year 8!) I always
wanted to see the southern NSW coastal
towns but never thought it would be on a
bike. It was good to know Cann River
was actually tolerant of men in Lycra despite what everyone said. I may never
take the highway to Bairnsdale again as
it is so much more pleasant on the back
roads of Gippsland. The moment the
town greeted us at the end of the ride
was an absolutely unforgettable
moment.
A regular early morning rider, Alicia took on

the role of marketing and social media
coordination for the B2B ride. She did an
amazing job for the team, sponsor support
and raising the Give Where You Live
profile. Her hard and dedicated work was
just awesome, particularly coordinating
the arrival back across the Barwon Heads
Bridge. Cheers Alicia.
Peter O'Malley
And, finally from our inspirational leader

Mikey..... B2B has meant Sydney to
Barwon heads for the last year, but B2B
now means Back to Bed!
2016 VetRide
Earlier this year, local Peter Donovan
and his wife Gayle took part in a weeklong ride with 65 other Vietnam veterans
from Seymour to Canberra. They
travelled an average distance of 100
kilometres per day. The BHCC would like
to congratulate Gayle and Peter on their
efforts and hope that one day they will
join us on a ride one weekday morning or
on the weekend.
Thats it for May. Next month youll hear a
few words from Nev about his thoughts
on the B2B. Thanks for all your support.
Andy McNeilly
Vital Behind the Scenes B2B Team

Members
Wayne Wiggle Durran
An integral BHCC team member,

unfortunately Wiggle hit the deck on a
training ride breaking his collarbone.
However that didn't lessen his
enthusiasm and involvement in the B2B
ride. Wiggle was a fantastic support from
the moment we left Barwon Heads on the
long bus trip to Sydney until we arrived
Some Facts from Mikey

Incredible riders: 9
Average age: 49.777 years
Riders in their sixties: 2
Riders spending 13 hours on the
bus: 6
Total hours on the bus: 78
Riders on the plane: 3
Total hours on the plane: 3
Punctures: 7
Abuse from motorists on the road:
17
Positive comments of support: 38
Total texts and phone calls from
Wiggle to the bus: 82
Fights between B2B riders: 0
Total distance cycled: 10,000 kms
Advil consumed: 37
Total money raised for Give
Where You Live: over $23,000
Pete was a key Team member on the B2B

ride. He drove the mini bus with support
trailer and looked after our group of tired,
sore, sometimes
demanding but
rarely grumpy
riders. Pete did a
superb job with a
great sense of
humour. He was
probably the most
important person on
the actual ride, as
we couldn't have
done it without him.
Thanks so much
mate.
BARWON HEADS FOOTBALL/NETBALL CLUB

After a short end of season break,
the Boys and Girls were back into
the swing of training, in preparation
to improve on last years fantastic
efforts.
Barwon Heads
netballers are on a
mission to make
2016 the Year of the
Seagull.
The preseason matches against South Barwon and

Thompson were both hosted at home and gave the
players a solid hit out to prepare for the upcoming
season.
The first official match of the season took us to Torquay
for a night game on Easter Saturday against one of last
seasons yard sticks and a club who has had the
advantage over us for many years. For those who
witnessed the game, saw an outstanding performance
from the entire team, ending in a 10 point win to the
Seagulls.
Newcomb was up next and they appeared a much
improved side from last year but struggled to show it on
the scoreboard with the Seagulls coming home with a 70
point win, with Andy Walsgott kicking 5 goals and
Brandon Backwell and Brandon Ryan kicking 3 each.
Round 3 was back at the Seagulls nest hosting
Drysdale. The Gulls got off to a great start holding a 7
goal lead going into half time, the young Drysdale outfit
gave our boys a run for their money in the second half
ending in a 6 point win to the Seagulls.
Round 4 was again at the Howard Harmer Oval, with
Portarlington travelling the highway for the game. Port
lead at every change and proved that they were there to
win. A few late goals to the Gulls in the final term gave us
the 4 points with a winning margin of 15 points.
This week we travel to Queenscliff, who are proving
every bit the team of old, looking at adding silverware to
their already swollen display case. It will take a real team
effort by the boys to get over the line this week, and if we
want to be finals contending this year we must be up to
the task.
With new senior coach Olivia

Wilson at the helm, the club has
hit the court with fresh
determination this season.
GO GULLS UPCOMING EVENTS

15th May - Reverse Raffle ?
28th May - Past Players/Life Members
Day
?4th June - Club Function TBC
12th June - Super Sunday v Torquay?
25th June - Black Tie Ball?
2nd July - Ladies Day?
Website:
www.barwonheadsfnc.org.au
Our solid pre-season of fitness,

skills and game-play sessions including punishing stair climbs
at The Bluff - prepared us for this
moment.
Barwon Heads A grade in action against Drysdale. Photo: Marcel Berens Sports Photography.
After four rounds, seven teams
were sitting in the top four of their respective ladders.
A grade has had some near misses - such as the one-goal loss to Portarlington - but it can only give the group
confidence in its potential. Shooter Monique Adams, who won the league Hot Shot award last year, has been
promoted to the top team.
B grade is leading the way, thriving with a mix of experience and young enthusiasm.
C grade is finding its rhythm after starting the season with a draw. Coaches Narelle and Marnie are spoilt for choice
when it comes to talent.
Like recent years, D grade is in promising form and is so far undefeated. Coach Bec is taking every opportunity to trial
different combinations on the court. Kate and Darcy are guiding the 19 and Unders, which opened the season with
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powerful performances to perch high on the Section One and Section Two ladders. The 15 and Under outfits,
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A big thank you to everyone who has volunteered to coach, co-ordinate, manage, umpire, file results, cook the
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Congratulations Don & Adair
Barwon Heads Cricket Club

In the 2015-16 season, the
BARWON HEADS CRICKET CLUB
was awarded the Ron Birch award
for the club that best exemplifies the
spirit of cricket on the field.
This is a significant award and we were warmly
congratulated on the night by last years winners
Anglesea, for whom our club have a lot of admiration for
the manner in which they have conducted their affairs in
the past couple of seasons. The winning and losing of
cricket matches is a very important way of gauging the
success of a club and from week to week winning
games is the focus of the players and the match
committee. However it is ultimately the concern of the
club that we and our supporters carry ourselves with as
much sportsmanship and approach our conduct during
matches as being as important as the result. We as a
club have done a lot of work on fostering an attitude
which holds spirit, along with pride and intent, as one of
the three core values and trademarks of our play and
our club.
We were very proud, given the week wed had prior to
the presentation of this award, to have been awarded
this honour and we thank the association for their
recognition of our hard work.

When we talk about spirit, what do we mean?
Essentially, were on about the way we carry ourselves on
the field as well as off. Were talking about the support for
one another that we show when things get a bit tough and
of the way we respond when we make a mistake or there
is a bit of a serious challenge to our position in a match.
It is also about how we conduct ourselves in the face of
victory or defeat.
It is having the proper respect for our opponents and
for the effort that they bring to each contest.
Its about all joining in to get a task done or to make an
undertaking a success.
When we all sat down as a club in the week before the
T20 grand final and took responsibility for all of the jobs
we needed to do on the day and individuals or groups
stepped forward to accept those jobs we, as a club,
showed a wonderful spirit. As a result the event was a
great success on and off the field.
Spirit gets you places.
It was pleasing to see Michael Molly Moulton go up to
accept the spirit of cricket award on the night. His
example in grinding a wonderful hundred and then in
standing up and supporting his team mates when we
were in the field in the B Grade semi-final, was one of

the best displays of spirit seen in recent times at the
club. I think that both those days are already written
large in the folklore of our club.
Well now we find ourselves without cricket as, for the
time being, it is relegated to the recesses of our
memories and we, that did never weep, now melt with
woe that winter should cut off our spring-time so. As
some old poet once wrote. Of course there are recruits
to find, captains to appoint, coaches to organize,
membership and sponsorship packages to create, to
accounts of the club to finalise, an AGM to organize, a
new president and committee to install, ground
allocation to apply for, balls and equipment to get ready
for next summer, merchandise to purchase, player
numbers to work out and the list goes on. Bring on the
summer so that the work load drops.
We all hope you have a great winter, that the footy
club do really well and the netballers win heaps of
games and you all come back from the cold months with
an enthusiasm and a spirit to make the real BHCC a
great place to be next summer.
______________________________________________________________________________
SEAGULLS BASKETBALL CLUB
One of our new teams, Seagulls Rose U10 girls

The Winter season has commenced and grading games are concluding. We have
25 teams including a womens and mens team this season. It is pretty amazing for a small town to have
so many teams and we are now finding some children are coming over the bridge to play with Seagulls
which is great. Our philosophy has always been to introduce this great game to our children, be all
inclusive and to promote sportsmanship, teamwork and self pride. And I think the club does do a good job
of this.
Our president ran a coaching clinic for coaches and parents and this was really well received. A good tip if
you are looking for ideas for your children is to research youtube videos for basketball drills.
After a hectic March there is not much to report in this edition, however, there will be the annual
presentation in September to look forward to.
Linda Griffin
Following the spate of local

break-ins and robberies,
Barwon Heads local, Andy
Barlow has initiated
discussion with the
Barwon Heads Association
and local police regarding
a Neighbourhood Watch
program in the area as
below.
Formation of a Barwon Heads branch of
the Neighbourhood Watch (N.H.W.)
program is well underway. Local resident,
Andrew Barlow initiated the process
some weeks ago and is in talks with local
and regional senior police and also the
regional N.H.W. branch who Andrew says
have been very supportive. Ive had
really terrific initial indications of support
from local residents, business and other
community stakeholders. Its very
encouraging and Im hoping well have a
solid expression of interest for those
wanting to be involved. Its a great
opportunity to take some ownership in
making sure the town is safe and secure
for all residents, family, friends and kids.
Neighbourhood Watch Australasia is the
overarching organisation of member
Neighbourhood Watch programs in
Australia and Neighbourhood Support in
New Zealand. Neighbourhood Watch
Australasia is the largest community
based, crime prevention activity of its
kind, in Australasia.
Talking Heads is 14 years old

Steering our little local mag through all the
changes during the last 14 years had constant
challenges but were still here enjoying the
support of most of the businesses, clubs and
organisations in Barwon Heads
The aim has always been to put our community
first and to always aim to make editorial
decisions in the best interest of the people &
businesses of the town while giving everyone a
voice.
Just like the tidal flow, weve seen folk come
and weve seen them go but, as evidenced by
the crowd at this mornings Anzac Day Service,
the Barwon Heads community spirit lives on.
(Photo page 2).
Thank you to all who support independent,
locally owned and run businesses, of which we
are one.
Thank you to our advertisers who pay the way
for us all and to the people who sit at their desk
each month to connect with and inform you,
their community, of their thoughts,
observations and news. You are the ones who
make Talking Heads worth reading
Ed
It is more than a little ironic that smalltown papers have been thriving by
practicing what the mainstream media
are now preaching," writes the broadcast
journalist and USC professor Judy Muller
in her new book, Emus Loose in Egnar:
Big Stories from Small Towns (University
of Nebraska Press).
"Hyper-localism, Citizen Journalism,
Advocacy Journalism these are
some of the latest buzzwords of the
profession. But the concepts, without the
fancy names, have been around for ages
in small-town newspapers."
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