Winchelsea Star Vol38 Ed27 (14 Jul 2015)

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Freeza Skating in WinterSkate clinic & competition

comes to WinchelseaThe Winchelsea Skate Park rocked over the school holidays with a clinic and completion for our local under 16’s.The event, which was run over two days, was organised by the Surf Coast Shire and the Victorian

Government’s ‘freeza’ initiative, with help from skateboard industry suppliers Theeve and Blunt.

Skaters were treated to a warming BBQ while watching the exciting riding.

Photo supplied by Sandra Jones

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Rabbit Control Free Information Session Barwon Park Mansion 105 Inverleigh Road, Winchelsea

Friday 7 August 2015 - 8.45am to 1.30pm

New calicivirus brings fresh opportunities to tackle an old problem

Dr Tarnya Cox, one of Australia’s leading rabbit control experts from the Invasive Animals Co-operative Research Centre, will be speaking about the new K5 strain which scientists are hoping to release by autumn 2016, and the opportunities for landholders to be involved in Australia’s largest field experiment. Landholders will also learn which conventional rabbit control methods will maximise the effects of the release of this biological control.

This is a free event and includes morning tea, a light lunch and a tour of the Barwon Park Mansion. Please dress warmly.

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Supported by Corangamite CCMA, the Victorian Government and the Australian Government Regional Landcare Program.

On a cold frosty morning Winchelsea Probus Club Members climbed out of warm beds to be on the bus by 7-30 am to travel to Bendigo to visit the pottery. We had to wait till Castlemaine before we could enjoy a welcome cuppa and bikkie. On arriving at the pottery we were surprised how the place has expanded. The showroom is much bigger, there is

a gallery and a whole section devoted to antiques, old wares and bric-a-brac , similar to the Mill Markets. (Some thought this more interesting than the pottery!!) We were shown by a very expert potter how to “ throw ” a vase ,then were given a short tour and some “ retail therapy “ time. Then it was on to the historic little town of Malden for a delicious 2 course lunch at

the Malden Hotel followed by some more “ retail therapy ‘” time. The local shops were celebrating Christmas in July and it seemed very strange to see the windows all dressed up like Christmas, (mind you it was almost cold enough for Christmas for us Poms)

Then it was back on the bus for the long journey home and the obligatory nanna nap. A great day once again thanks to Les, Noreen and Bryan

Probus Goes Potty Linda Carter


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Princes Highway Duplication Update July 2015Waurn Ponds to WinchelseaWhile both carriageways of the Princes Highway duplication between Waurn Ponds and Winchelsea have recently opened, final works to seal two sections of the road have been suspended for winter.

Final sealing has been suspended just east of Mount Pollock Road Colac bound, and between Buckley School Road and Murrengurk Road, Geelong bound.

VicRoads contractor BMD will return to seal the final 1.5km of road when weather conditions improve and are more suitable for this type of works.

Landscaping along the duplication is almost complete, with a small number of plants still to be put in the ground.

Street lights have been installed and will be progressively switched on by Powercor.

WinchelseaAustin Street to Deans Marsh RoadSince the beams were placed last month, bridge workers prepared the steel reinforcement for the 60 metre-long bridge deck in preparation for the concrete pour.

Tuesday 23 June was a huge day for VicRoads contractor Cut & Fill, as they worked from dawn ‘till almost midnight pouring and finishing the concrete for the bridge deck.

Pouring concrete for the bridge deck on the bridge over the Barwon River

Cut & Fill are slowing down works during winter, but will continue with minor bridge works; island paving at the Hesse Street intersection; footpath works near the old Shire Hall; and some landscaping and planting works.

Why do roadworks slow down for winter? As we enter the wetter, cooler months, some road construction works across the region are temporarily put on hold due to the weather dependant nature of road sealing. Each layer of crushed rock needs to dry out before the next layer is placed.

Potholes occur when water seeps through the road surface and causes the seal on the road to lift.

Due to the high traffic volumes and number of heavy vehicles on our roads, cracks sometimes appear which gradually turn into rough patches and potholes form.

During winter, VicRoads temporarily fix potholes and other road defects until a more permanent fix can be applied later in the year, when weather conditions improve and the road is dry.

What’s next?Works will continue on concreting and landscaping activities such as the installation of footpaths. Bluestone tiles will be placed around the intersection at Hesse Street and on the retaining wall in front of the old Shire Hall.

As mentioned above, winter weather conditions aren’t ideal for making roads as each layer of crushed rock needs to dry out before the next layer is placed. For this reason the final sealing of the road has been postponed until spring.

Winchelsea to ColacDeans Marsh Road to Armytage RoadVicRoads has commenced installation of fencing to identify the new property boundaries as part of the land acquisition process.

Powercor service relocations will begin this month.

Construction on the Princes Highway duplication between Winchelsea and

Colac is expected to commence towards the end of 2015.

Armytage Road to Warncoort-Birregurra RoadIn the coming weeks, VicRoads will be engaging with land owners affected by the Princes Highway duplication as part of the land acquisition process.

We will focus on the concept design of the road, with award of the contract scheduled for early 2016 and construction works to commence later in the year.

Warncoort-Birregurra Road to Baillie Street, Colac EastThe land acquisition process is likely to start toward the end of the year for land owners between Warncoort-Birregurra Road and Baillie Street, Colac East.

Fencing to identify the new property boundaries is expected to take place in late 2015 as part of the land acquisition process with road construction scheduled for late 2016.

Baillie Street (Colac East) to Corangamite StreetVicRoads has completed asphalting works between Baillie Street, Colac East and Corangamite Street in the CBD, including some additional patch works near Baillie Street and Marriner Street.

Detailed design for bridge improvements at Barangarook Creek and over the Geelong-Warrnambool railway line is progressing with works to be scheduled in conjunction with Colac Otway Shire.

For further informationWrite to or visit: VicRoads Project Director - 174-212 Colac Road, Highton, Vic 3216 Email: [email protected] Call: 03 4243 3800


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Interested in tourism for Winchelsea?Then come along to the next Growing Winchelsea Inc. General Meeting.

Wednesday 15 July, 6pm in The Members Room, Eastern Reserve.

Matt Taylor, Manager Economic Development & Tourism will be presenting on:

• Upcoming consultation on RV’s in Winchelsea • Economic Development & Tourism Budget for 2015/ 2016 • National Stronger Regions Fund Application for Winchelsea • Winchelsea Prospectus

General Meetings open to the public. All welcome!

Letter to the EditorI would like to make a couple of comments re the application for Winchelsea to become RV friendly.

Growing Winchelsea is doing a great job pursuing the Surf Coast to allow caravans to park down by the river for short stays, this project however was first brought up a few years ago through the Tourist and

Traders group, so the comment re the Caravan Park not having an opportunity to have any say is totally wrong as they were sent a copy of the minutes from every meeting (all of which they chose not to attend).

Secondly in regard to the costing by the the Surf Coast; at the present time RV’s are permitted to park by the river from sun

up till sun down so I fail to see where the exorbitant costings come into play if they were to stay a few more hours overnight, and finally as for the garbage collection I have counted 12 bins within walking distance of the river.

I look forward to the breakdown of costs

Ray King

Council to embark on business improvement programThe Surf Coast Shire Council will embark on a business improvement program to help manage increased financial pressures brought about by state and federal policies.

One of the aims of the program is to ensure Council is equipped to manage the expected financial challenges brought on by the State Government rate capping framework and the Federal Government’s freezing of increases to its financial assistance grants.

“Financial sustainability is a key priority at the best times,” said Surf Coast Shire Council Mayor Cr Margot Smith.

“The introduction of rate capping combined with the existing freeze on increases to federal financial assistance grants has made it even more important that we understand our financial commitments and manage them as thoroughly as possible.

“The freezing of federal government grants to Councils will cost the Surf Coast community an estimated $5 million over the next 15 years.

“At the same time, if rate capping resulted in a two percentage point cut to rate rises, Council’s budget would be reduced by

some $105 million over 15 years,” said Cr Smith.

“It’s a challenging equation and one we’ll have to tackle a number of ways, including through a review of our operations.

“We recognise our community requires critical services at an appropriate level of quality – it’s more about finding the best way for these to be delivered with any financial gains to offset external cost pressures,” said Cr Smith.

The Council has adopted five themes to guide the business improvement program: Governance; Community; Value; Collaboration and Transparency.

The principles will guide the roll out of the program and amongst other things ensure that the community is kept involved and informed if ever a service is changed as a result of the program,” said Cr Smith.

Council recently adopted a mid-term revised Council Plan which notes ‘sustainable service and staff’ as one of three priority areas for the Council over the remaining two years of its term.


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In 2015, we are less concerned with kids carrying heavy back packs on one shoulder and a lot more concerned with the time they spend texting and online. The postural concern here lies not necessarily in the concept of social media, but the way it is accessed.In a 3 year study of 1049 people., 70% of adults and 30% of children and teens reported that their use of electronic devices like smart phones , tablets, and laptop computers had caused neck, shoulder, wrist or finger pain.” (1)

The concerning issue here is the impact on the cervical spine. Our cervical spine or neck is the ‘arc of life’. Our posture, especially head position represents the health of our nervous system, and therefore alterations in posture may be a reflection of dysfunction or disease of the human nervous system. The position of our head on our spine is the key stone to the rest of our spinal health.

A recent study by Kenneth Hansraj (2) has shown that in a neutral head position the average human head weighs 4.5-5.5kgs. As the head moves forward, and we further lose the normal cervical curve , this number increases drastically.

• At 15 degrees forward the head weighs 12.3kgs, this is the unnecessary force being put on the spine.

• At 30 degrees it increases to 18.2 kgs• At 45 degrees it weighs 22.3kg• At 60 degrees, it exerts a force of

27.3kg on the neck• And at a whopping 90 degrees the

force could not be measured

No wonder more and more headaches, shoulder pain, neck pain and stress to the spine are occurring, even in kids! “The degenerative and functional affect this can have on anterior cervical spine over years of usage and in the short term should be very concerning,” says Hansraj. (2)

Hansrajs’ study stated “Loss of the natural curve of the cervical spine leads to incrementally increased stresses about the spine. These stresses may lead to early wear and tear, degeneration and possibly surgeries.”

A loss of good posture for our cervical spine will consequently affect our lumbar spine (lower back) also. Often an increase in the lumbar curve occurs secondary to the loss of curve in the cervical spine, leading to more spinal pain. Often times someone will develop pain in the lower

back, however the problem is originating from the change in head posture.

So as you can see our posture is really, really important, not just for how we look but for how our brain and body are functioning. Poor posture may lead to decreased health in more ways than one. So the question is, “Where’s your head at”?

Good posture is defined as ears aligned with the shoulders and the shoulder blades retracted. Try it, you will instantly feel taller, thinner, more confident, you may even breathe better and feel lighter as pressure is being released from your internal organs. Amy and Cuddy associates (3,4,5) showed that high –power posture posers experienced elevations in testosterone, increases in serotonin (happiness), decreases in cortisol (stress), and increased feelings of power and tolerance for risk taking!

The good news is there’s plenty you and I can do to improve your posture. Chiropractors are specialists in spine and nervous system function and health. To find out more please visit me at One Body Chiropractic-located at Winchelsea Medical Clinic. I am here to support you on your health journey.

Where’s Your Head At?Dr. Emily McDonald Chiropractor at One Body Chiropractic


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Church News

The Annual Healing Mass and Lunch will take place at St Joseph’s Church in Meredith on Saturday 25th July. Holy Hour will commence at 10am, Mass at 11am, and lunch at approx 12 midday. Father Aurelio Fragapane will be our celebrant, and he will once again bring the music group from last year, many of whom are Monash university students. To help with catering it would be appreciated if you could put your name on the attendance sheets at the back of the church.

St Joeys Op shop at Meredith continues to provide a wonderful service to the community. Donations of goods are appreciated, along with your support. Opening hours are 10am to 4pm Wednesday & Friday.

Wool is available at the presbytery if you would care to knit a shawl/knee rug. Please contact the presbytery on 52861230 for more information.

Plans for the 140th Celebrations are being prepared, and we will have more information as it gets closer to August.

Until next time, God Bless Marg Bushell

St John’sHello everyone, at the time of writing this, the outside temperature has fallen to 7c and it is only mid afternoon. I believe that by the time its gets dark and the evening settles in, there will be a wind chill factor of (feeling like -0c) somewhat.

WEDNESDAY RESULTSBOWLS Isabel Walker, Ross Erwin and Haydn Shinners CARDS Helen Bath and Ron Ives COMPETITION Haydn Shinners

Belated birthday wishes are sent to Don Wilson, we hope you had a great day with the family.

FRIDAY RESULTSBOWLS Isabel Walker, Morven Warner and Ross Erwin CARDS T1 Margaret Lugg and Les Hunter. T2 John Read and Hayden Shinners SKIP - BO Queen Joan had another successful day. COMPETITION Isabel Walker

Get well wishes are sent to any of our members who are not well at the moment. We hope that you are all recovering well and that we will see you again at the clubrooms very soon.

COMMITTEE MEETINGAll committee members please note, that we are having our next committee meeting at the clubrooms on Wednesday the 22nd of July at 11.30am. Following the meeting we will be having a Bring n Share lunch to then be followed at 1pm. by our usual afternoon of activities.

XMAS IN JULY AT BUCKLEYSFor all those attending the concert at Buckleys on Thursday the 16th of July. We will be pooling our cars at the clubroom car park, intending to leave at 10am. The show begins at 11am. and the 2 course meal is served at 12pm. The cost of the show will be $20.00 per person and the entertainment will be provided by Andy Pobjoy and his baby grand piano.

LIMERICK OF THE WEEKIn the zoo there’s an animal, Hamel, A spitting young ornery camel. He’d rather be free, Like a bird or a bee, And hates being classified “mammal”.

RECIPE OF THE WEEKLEEK SOUP with THYME

2 Tablespoons Butter 350g Leek, white part only 2 medium Potatoes, peeled and chopped 2 teaspoons chopped fresh Thyme 4 cups Chicken Stock 4 Tablespoons Cream

Melt the butter in a large saucepan over moderate heat. Add the leeks and cook for 2 minutes, add the potatoes, thyme and stock and simmer the mixture for 25 minutes or until the potatoes are tender, Puree the mixture in a blender or food processor until smooth. Pour the soup into warmed bowls and spoon a tablespoon of cream into the centre of soup, swirl with the top of a spoon or a skewer and garnish with fresh thyme. Serves 4.


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One of the most useful therapies people have at their disposal, especially if, like me, you are in your seventies, is nostalgia. The ability to just wander back in time and relive some beautiful event must do great things for our mental health. This was very much brought home to me last week when I was driving along, thinking about not much in particular, when the radio played John Paul Young singing, “Love is in the Air.” This took me back over 30 years to the Winchelsea Concert band and the Winchelsea Bandfests.

At this time Winchelsea had the great fortune to have as a resident Brian Blackett, a dedicated teacher and a brilliant band master. Brian came up with the idea that he could establish a concert band using Winch school kids. A support group of parents and community members was formed to help bring this about. The school council provided a loan to purchase instruments etc that was quickly repaid through catering at Barwon Park open days, concerts and dances. Stewart Mathison denoted the takings from his ram sales and we were up and running.

The kids had learnt three pieces and were ready to play to an audience. The problem was, how do you get an audience for a

performance lasting about 10 minutes? Competitions such as South Street were simply out of our range. Then the idea came up. Why not run an afternoon where we invite the fledgling concert bands that were around to present their 10 minutes or so performance to appreciative parents? It was an idea that took off with bands such as Camperdown School concert band indicating their eagerness to attend.

The next idea came from Ross Lipson who at the time was playing for the RAAF concert band and later helped set up the “Sweethearts Of Song” program at Matthew Flinders. Ask the RAAF band to be the centre piece band! We hadn’t even realised the forces bands were available for that sort of thing. Unfortunately the RAAF were already booked on the day we wanted so the Band Master suggested we try the Navy Band. Yes the Navy Band were available. We had to provide them with lunch and an audience. Lunch was easy but an audience? All we could do was hope.

The day arrived. Winch Concert Band was first off and did their 10 minutes to an adoring audience. I then had to head off to help the catering group prepare lunch for the Navy after they had finished their

performance. The parking area around the Leisure Time Centre was pretty bare at that stage. With lunch ready it was time to go back to the LTC. What a change! There was no parking any where! Inside was standing room only. As I walked in a vocalist for the Navy Band was just starting “Love is in the Air” to a rapturous audience. I don’t know about love being in the air but the atmosphere was electric. What a success the day was.

For many years we ran an annual Bandfest using Barwon Park, the river bank, the footy ground and the school. Our Bandfest became so popular we had bands from as far away as Mount Beauty as regular attendees. Later ones were more professional and the audiences bigger, but, the first one was the special one. We learnt we could do it!

Things move on. The Blackett family relocated to Queensland and, without Brian’s leadership, the Winchelsea Concert Band withered away.

The moral of this story is that if you stub your toe, or the breakfast milk is sour or, something worse, use your nostalgia to think of the beautiful things in your life.

If you sing “Love is in the air” to me I will still get emotional.

Love Is In The AirMick O’Mara

Photo by Mick O’Mara: The Bandfest at Barwon Park


Reel Health is coming to Colac!The Reel Health International Short Film Festival has been created as a platform for film makers to talk about genuine health issues and how they affect our communities. It redefines how we view health through the visual medium and ignites passionate and meaningful conversations to better our communities. Created by Monash Health in 2013, the Festival showcases a wide array of magnificent short films from all over the world that inspire, touch and challenge audiences. A selection of the Festivals films are coming to Colac on Thursday 13th August and we would love you to come along!

The concept of ‘health’ can take many meanings, and the subjects covered will surprise many people. Highlights include a short film following an inspiring group of amputees who formed a rock-climbing group, a young man demonstrating the challenges of returning home from an eating disorder clinic, a real and raw look into life with Motor Neuron Disease, as well as a criminal who is overwhelmed by an act of kindness.

“During the Festival, audiences will see films that share personal journeys and family experiences, and that are truly inspirational, thought-provoking and, at times, breathtaking,” says Anne Doherty, Reel Health Film Festival Director.

“The short film genre is a platform that has the potential to change the paradigm of health conversations by giving a voice to the voiceless and providing an avenue for the great story tellers to tell their health stories,” she says.

This is an event not to be missed!

The screening is FREE and a light supper will be provided.

Bookings are essential so get in early to secure your spot. Group bookings are welcome.

Please come along to support this community event! Everyone is welcome!

When: Thursday 13th August 2015

Where: Colac Cinemas, Cnr Gellibrand St & Rae St Colac

Time: 6.45pm for a 7pm screening start

Cost: FREE

To book tickets please go to: http://www.trybooking.com/HYPP.

To find out more about Reel Health please contact the Health Promotion Department at Colac Area Health on 03 5232 5347 or [email protected]

Date: Thursday 13th August Time: 6:45pm for a 7pm screening start Venue: Colac Cinema, Cnr Gellibrand St & Rae St, Colac

Bookings essential: http://www.trybooking.com/HYPP

Information: Erin McClusky: 5232 5347 E: [email protected]

reel health International Short Film Festival

Featuring a selection of captivating short films from all over the world, reel health showcases stories of courage and inspiration, brimming with hope, strength, friendship and survival.

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Items for donation very welcome - clean and in suitable condition for resale. Please do NOT leave items outside the door.

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Winchelsea Lions Club held their annual changeover dinner at the Hub, Eastern Reserve on the first Wednesday of this month. Lions members, partners, visiting Lions from nearby clubs and Cr Heather Wellington were treated to a delicious 3 course meal wonderfully prepared by Elizabeth Leak and her band of helpers beautifully presented on tables immaculately set with flowers and white tablecloths.

Outgoing President Murray Aisbett thanked everyone for making his 2 years as President so enjoyable. He presented certificates of appreciation and flowers to recognise this.

Incoming President Rob Knuckey and his new office bearers were sworn in and he outlined his plan for the upcoming year. A very enjoyable evening.

Winchelsea Lions Club - 2015 ChangeoverLinda Carter

Clockwise from top right: Incoming President Rob Knuckey is formally inducated along with new members David and John, new mem bers John & his wife with David (L-R), Brian & Maureen Jones, Councillor Heather

Wellington with Peter Culvert (Anglesea), Gary & Debbie Drayton


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For more details ring: Ray Atkinson (Co-ordinator) 0407 839 139 or Graham McPadden (Secretary) 0400 046 522

Winchelsea Supermarket Winter Trading Hours

Monday to Saturday— 8:30 am to 7:00 pm Sunday— 10 am to 7:00 pm

Ph: 5267 2676 29 Main Street, Winchelsea

Collector wants to buy old stuff: Footy cards, badges and other items Cigarette and trade cards Postcards and swap cards Breakfast cereal toys Board games Melbourne Olympic items Beatles and sixties records Food glasses with ceramic images Contact John—0418 552 629

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NEWSPAPERS, MAGAZINES, PHONE BOOKS WANTED

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Weddings, Renewal of Vows. Naming Ceremonies, Funerals.

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24 hour emergency shutter service Window repairs Mirrors Insurance work

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Caravan Annexes, Trailer Covers, Shade Sails, Alterations and

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Barwon River Care Group Annual General Meeting 2015When: Wednesday 22nd July @ 7.30pm Where: Uniting Church Hall Hesse St

Our group is fortunate to have Maxine Campbell from ‘Barwon Leigh’. Maxine will speak about their experience with Serrated Tussock, Grazing to Cropping, Landcare management.

Everyone Welcome

For More Information please Contact Jim Lidgerwood on 0407345848 or Rod Stone on 52672576

Growing Winchelsea Inc. General Meeting. The next general meeting of Growing Winchelsea Inc. will be held on Wednesday 15 July, 6pm in The Members Room, Eastern Reserve.

Guest presenter will be Mr Matt Taylor, Manager Economic Development & Tourism at the Surf Coast Shire.

Meetings are open to the public, All welcome.

Learn An iPadMick O’Mara will be conducting a new Ipad course in the near future. These courses are aimed at people who are new to computers completely or those who are familiar with traditional computers but would like to experience the tablet form.

The course takes place over a number of weeks and at a time convenient to participants. You can either bring your own or use one of the ipads belonging to the Senior Citizens. If you do not have internet access at home you will be provided with a WiFi device to connect you to the internet. At the end of the course it is anticipated you will have sufficient computer skills to decide if purchasing your own ipad is a worthwhile option.

The course is free as it is financed by the Surfcoast Shire and volunteer tutors. For more details ring Mick O’Mara on 52672295.

Body Therapy Classes Combination of Yoga Therapy, Qi Gung, Pilates based exercise and Mindfulness Meditation to improve health and wellness and address any musculoskeletal complaints. All ages and levels welcome. Classes facilitated by Dr Haidee Benning, Osteopath & Ayurvedic Medicine Practitioner. $13 cash on night. Bring yoga mat, strap and bolster or share on the night. Equipment can be purchased. Tuesdays: Catholic Church Hall, 6pm. Thursdays: The Hub, Playgroup Room. 5:30pm.

Technology Help DeskHaving troubles with your computer? Like to know how to get something specific done with a particular program? Mobile phone or tablet not doing what you would expect? Winchelsea Community House in conjunction with Otway Infotech are again running the Technology Help Desk - Friday mornings during school term, 10am to 12pm. Gold coin donation only. Expert advice & assistance (but note that time may be limited depending on numbers). Just drop in - Winch House is behind the Tearooms, opposite the skate park.

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Planned Activity Groups

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CARMOORA CLINIC

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Philip Robertson BHSc ND, naturopath Lisa Taylor BHSc ND, naturopath Penny Szakiel BBSc DipRM, massage Prof. Qi-Wen Li Shanghai College TCM, Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture

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If you don’t know already, you should. You can buy all sorts of technology and gadgets for much less overseas than you can in Australia. But there are definite pros and cons.The most obvious ‘pro’ is that you can save money, sometimes significant amounts - paying one tenth of the price or even better. And often, that is the total price including delivery.

While the government and the big corporates cry foul as they commiserate over the lowly millions in profits and the minimal taxes they have to pay, consumers are for now still able to hop onto a computer and order items without having to pay import duties etc. as long as the goods are relatively cheap.

So buying gadgets via online shopping is an excellent strategy.

BUT here’s the most obvious ‘con’. It is definitely a case of buyer beware. Buy at a store up the road, and if there’s anything untoward or even if you find you’ve purchased the wrong item, you can quite easily take it back and there’s a good chance of a satisfactory outcome. You’ve even got the likes of Consumer Affairs and the law on your side.

Buy the same thing overseas, and you have much less protection and come-back. Even if you choose to buy via websites and payment systems that offer guarantees, if you’ve simply ordered something by mistake (it isn’t compatible with your computer, for example) and even if the vendor is willing to help you out with a swap or refund, you will have to mail the item back by registered mail. There go your savings...

If you are going to buy gadgets and

technology items online;

• Be sure that what you are ordering is exactly what you want/need. Research the full specifications of the item you want, and carefully read the vendor’s description. If in doubt or if the description isn’t comprehensive enough, move on to the next vendor.

• Take advantage of the payment guarantees offered by Paypal eg. when shopping in eBay. Paypal also offers better security for your payment.

• Check how long delivery is expected to take. Hong Kong is usually much quicker than China, for example (something like 1 week versus 4). USA vendors may not even deliver internationally.

• If a warranty is important to you, best buy from Australia to make claiming easier and more practical.

• ...and speaking of which, you can certainly restrict your vendors to Australian-based businesses. Small businesses can offer great deals and deliver quickly, so be sure to look at more than the first 2-3 results from your search-engine results.

• If you buy direct from a vendor website (as opposed to a multi-vendor site like eBay), do a bit of “due diligence” checking first. Does it look like a professionally-run website? Do they use a suitable payment system such as Paypal or a bank and if they ask for payment details is the webpage ‘secure’ (Google “what is ssl”)?

• If the price is too good to be true, it could well be. You’re either buying an inferior-quality product or a pirated copy (especially true for software).\

The Chinese and Hong Kong eBay sellers especially offer a vast array of items, and some are amazingly cheap. There’s stuff you never knew existed, and stuff you won’t know why it exists - as just one example of thousands, see stores.ebay.com.au/kangdigital

By the way, if you are stuck for a present for someone who seems to have everything, browse the above for some weird & wonderful items - credit-card sized magnifier with LED lights? Thumb-ring bottle opener? Suction-cup camera mount?

It is important to consider that electrical items are unlikely to have been made to and comply with Australian Standards. Be extra careful with anything that plugs into mains power eg. groovy light switches, rechargers for smartphones. Cheaper components can be fire and safety hazards. As always, if you aren’t confident about what you are buying, look elsewhere. There’s always something else!

Happy bargain hunting!!

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Has anyone left a pair of glasses in a black case at my place. 65 Harding St, Linda Carter Ph 5272261

Gadgets On The CheapTony Phelps, Otway Infotech


Wednesday July 15 Volunteer Required Call 5261 0508

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Monday July 20 Keith & Lynette Henderson

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Surf Coast Mobile Library will be in Hesse Street (parked outside Old Shire Hall) as usual on Fridays between 2:00 and 5:00pm unless it is a Public Holiday. Old Shire Hall (tea rooms), Hesse St, Fridays, 2pm-5pm

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A massive congratulations goes to our 17 & Under team who had their first win this week playing with confidence and starting out well from the first whistle. A win from the 17 & Under gave us the hat trick of junior games and a very successful morning of netball. Unfortunately the success stopped with the juniors and none of our senior teams could take a win.

A Grade Thomson 54 def Winchelsea 38This was one week we didn’t need luck against us and unfortunately it was, loose balls and fumbles seemed to just land Thomson’s way. A poor first half from us meant that we were in chase mode and the game just got worse. We struggled to find connections on court, put up with physical nature of the game and did not adjust well to the umpiring. All of these are excuses to justify a disappointing outcome. Our second loss for the season, and it hurts.

Best Players: Lillian Kent, Madeline Huggins and Chloe Wilson

B Grade Thomson 36 def Winchelsea 30We were up by two to three goals for the first three quarters and really should have finished it off and taken the win, but not to be. We ran a few combinations this week to try and strengthen areas that were lacking. None of these line-ups were the reason why Thomson had a 9 goal turnaround in the last quarter, it was poor execution of passes and playing the blame game. A very disappointing result from a disappointing performance which will need to be rectified in the coming weeks.

Best Players: Tori Hose, Belinda Czerniawski and Meg Royal

C Grade Thomson 47 def Winchelsea 16Facing last year’s premiers proved a task too great to keep C Grade’s winning streak going and the margin was definately not what we were aiming for. Thomson’s defenders were too strong reading the play well intercepting balls before we could penetrate the goal circle. Our defence down the court was tight with Claire Round not giving up but we were getting tips not intercepts. Overall it was a tough day but we managed to get through the game with our heads held high.

Best Players: Claire Round, Danielle Kuchenmeister and Holly McFarlane

D Grade Thomson 33 def Winchelsea 22Coming off a great win last week, we knew it would be tough against Thomson this week. We had a great first quarter scoring 7 to Thomson’s 3. Unfortunately Thomson changed their Goal Shooter and we were unable to match her. Jackie Steere was great through the mid court working well with Kim Allen, Tilly Campana and Claire Round. Our goal accuracy was great but our scoring opportunities were low due to our inability to penetrate the circle.

Best Players: Jackie Steere, Ann Morgan and Halleisha Kirby

17 & Under Winchelsea 36 def Thomson 20Wow what a performance from our 17’s this week to secure their first win. The injection of Tahlia Berg and Sarah Todd to the team this week was just what the existing players needed to lift their confidence and performance. All four shooting combinations moved well and shot with accuracy. Tahlia’s ball delivery through the centre court highlighted the abilities of all players on court enabling them to run on to a ball and take the ball in a manner that enabled them to keep the play flowing at a high standard. Great job girls and let’s hope it is onwards and upwards from here!

Best Players: Romy Fawcett, Tahlia Berg and Lilly Conners-Southall

15 & Under Winchelsea 32 def Thomson 5Cold and extremely wet conditions this week kept the scoreline of our game well below average. The slippery court made our players a bit tentative and some costly passes from our attackers saw us start off quite slow and Thomson score 3 of their 5 goals in this quarter alone. Although successful 2nd and 3rd quarters on the scoreboard our girls were quite flat until the last when Makayla started having a crack and taking many intercepts and our goaling accuracy improved.

Best Players: Beth Conners-Southall, Emily Steed and Issy Loone

13 & Under Winchelsea 11 def Thomson 9The girls were eager to show Thomson how much they had improved since round 2. The girls came out strong scoring the first 3 goals. Mia Roberson and Georgia Glynn were positioning well and were assisted greatly by Courtney Spoors and Indie Jenkins. The defenders were causing numerous turnovers. With only 3 goals in it at ¾ time we made some changes moving Hannah Millar into defence for experience and she didn’t disappoint! Hayley Steed was fabulous in Wing Attack causing 8 turnovers in the last quarter!

Incentives: Indie Jenkins and Hayley Steed

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New Wildlife Shelters Group Formed To Protect And Care For Local Native WildlifeTorquay Wildlife Shelter and its wildlife foster-carers in Torquay, Bellbrae and Anglesea are pleased to announce the formation of the Surf Coast Wildlife Shelters Group Inc.

Long-time Torquay residents and licensed operators of the Torquay Wildlife Shelter for the last 8 years, Robyn and Ian Rule say that with increased development and tourism on the Surf Coast, there is increasing pressure on local wildlife, including not only kangaroos possums, echidnas and a range of local native bird species but also our sea animals and birds, including seals and little penguins.

Robyn, who is a respected shelter operator and wildlife carer with many years of experience caring for a huge variety of native animals and birds, is the founding President of the new Surf Coast Wildlife Shelters Group. She says that given the increasing pressure on these animals and birds and their habitats, it was time there was a more co-ordinated response to wildlife emergencies, rescues and rehabilitation on the Surf Coast.

The main objective of the Surf Coast Wildlife Shelters Group is to protect, rescue and rehabilitate and release back to the wild sick, injured and orphaned native

wildlife. Surf Coast Wildlife Shelters Group will be working with the support of the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning and with other state and local government departments and agencies, including the Surf Coast Shire Council as well as local vets to achieve this objective.

The Surf Coast Wildlife Shelters Group will be offering a highly experienced local emergency rescue response and well-resourced best practice shelter facilities at Torquay, Bellbrae and Anglesea for both the short and long term rehabilitation of all native animals on the Surf Coast that are in need of care.

Robyn hopes the formation of the group will raise awareness of the plight of sick, injured and orphaned native wildlife on the Surf Coast and this will in turn lead to a better understanding of the need to protect these animals and their habitats.

One of the main priorities of the Surf Coast Wildlife Shelters Group is to raise funds for desperately needed facilities including a large purpose built enclosure to allow for the safe and graduated release of orphaned joey kangaroos back into the wild. The Surf Coast Wildlife Shelters Group also hopes to add a range of

specialised enclosures for the care of birds of prey, sea birds, bats and flying foxes to the already extensive facilities their shelters have to offer.

Robyn says “We will be embarking on an education and awareness campaign shortly, so the community will hopefully see signs and posters providing information and contact numbers for our rescue services and shelters, as well as basic advice and assistance if they come across injured or orphaned wildlife on the Surf Coast. We see that as being an important first step towards ensuring these amazing and precious animals get the assistance and care they need.”

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Community Radio Christmas-in-July Community DinnerPassers-by at the OCR FM studio in Colac’s Tenpin Bowl arcade may be mistaken that the community radio station have been really slack and not taken

down their Christmas decorations after 7 months. Truth is volunteer members and presenters have been getting festive all July in the lead up to the ‘Winter Warmer Community Dinner’ on July 25th.

OCR FM are hosting an old style community dinner - a shared casserole dinner, Carol-Along, Christmas photo booth and visit from Santa. Former

member and presenter Maree Redmond and her partner Shane have transformed the Log Cabin Scout Hall into a Christmas wonderland.

The Winter Warmer community dinner will be held at the Log Cabin Scout Hall in Colac on Saturday 25th of July. Booking is essential to ensure that there will be enough dessert. See ocrfm.org.au


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Mens Golf results Russell Holmes

Sat 11/7/15 - Stableford - A Plus Steel Sponsor Day1st - S Humphries (20) 36 ptsc/b 2nd - D Waterfall (30) 36 pts 3rd - N Hickman (14) 35 pts 4th - A Read (16) 34 pts Golden Hole - D Waterfall

Next week Inverleigh Vs Winchelsea - Hand of Friendship (Stableford) @ Winchelsea. Hit off 11.00 am

Midweek - Stableford (9 holes)1st - N Byers (30) 19 pts c/b 2nd - G Morgan (24) 19 pts NTP - R Batson

Ladies Golf Results Sue Cuthbert

Wednesday, July 8 StablefordE.Alston (21) 36 pts S.Rayner (29) 34 pts

9 Hole comp ---M. Lee 16 ptsNTP 6/15 – S. Rayner

Blues NewsW.F.N.C. Football Report - Round 13

On a cold weekend of football, the results didn’t provide any warmth for the Club, with both Seniors & Reserves losing their respective matches.

The Reserves started well as they usually do kicking 3 goals 1pt to Thomson’s 1goal 3pts in the 1st quarter. They lead at ½ time , but went into the last quarter 2pts down. The game was up for grabs, but the Blues didn’t make the most of the chances they had, & according to one close to the Club “It was a game that should never have been lost ! !”

GOALS: Dave Tucker 3 Clinton Tournier 1 Drew Steven 1 Tony Garing 1.

BEST: Sam Hicks Andrew Tucker Matt Kirtley Drew Steven Alastair Murnane Jackson Smith.

The Seniors were behind all day, letting an improved Thomson side get the jump on them in the 1st quarter, and were never in the hunt for the 4pts, with the exception of the 3rd quarter, when the Blues outscored their opponents. The last

quarter saw Thomson run away to end up convincing winners.

GOALS: Jye Price 2 Ricci Sauni 1 Zach Moules 1 Kurt Berg 1 Brett Venables 1.

BEST: Kane Bonner Ricci Sauni Mark McDonald Graeme McFarlane Zach Moules Tavae Sauni.

ANAKIE vs WINCHELSEA

The Club held its Sponsors Appreciation Day Lunch in the warmth of the Eastern Reserve Community Bank Room, with Robert “snick”Cameron doing an excellent job of managing guest speakers & entertaining patrons at the well attended function. Life Members are

also invited to attend this special lunch, & everyone enjoyed hearing from the Club’s Senior Coach Luke Rayner. The lunch goers also enjoyed hearing from Darcy & Cassidy Parish . Both Boys were presented with a cheque from G.D.F.L. President Neville Whitley to help aid their

football progress.

All enjoyed a delicious meal, well done to all those volunteers who provide the Club with their time & effort in events such as this.

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Remembering Amy for a Reason classroom program offered to all schools in the region

Half price Australian Unity 14km Family Fondo entry to all residents of Colac Otway and Surf Coast Shires

Free exhibitor places for local businesses at the two day Expo attended by over 10,000 people

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Winchelsea Star Vol38 Ed27 (14 Jul 2015)