News
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Magpie geese and the gospel truth
I’VE had the most magnificent few weeks, I don’t know where to start. I must thank Pete, who is the president of the Friends of…
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Shop Local drive proves a winner
THE Ocean Grove Business Association wrapped a successful Shop Local month with a celebration at the Shed in Ocean Grove. The business association made August…
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Wetjen watershed: Men and Their Sheds
A bloke’s shed is one of his happy places. It’s a sanctuary where he can retreat to work on a project, listen to the footy…
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Liz Hines – epitome of fitness
By Justin Flynn Liz Hines pulls out her smartphone, makes a few swipes on the screen and asks a friend to take a picture of…
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Music makes the point for Beyond Blue bash
THE Surfside Waves Soccer Club held a hugely successful Beyond Blue Big Bash to raise awareness for mental health issues. The evening began with a…
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Most fun on two wheels
THE Bellarine Community Health ‘On Your Bike’ program has recycled bicycles ready to ride for residents on the Bellarine Peninsula. The aim of the program…
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Kids are such characters
THE Woodlands Kinder enjoyed Book Week recently. Pupils enjoyed reading their favourite stories and dressing up as their favourite characters. Teachers also got into the…
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New lease of life, thanks to Mum
By Justin Flynn It’s impossible not to feel the mutual admiration and love that Tamaryn and Amy Stevens have for each other. Tamaryn, 24, is…
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Youths tackle Kokoda trek
GEELONG police together with several major sponsors are taking 14 youths to Kokoda this year which will be the third such trip Geelong police have…
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Diving in for a great cause
OCEAN Grovers have raised around $20,000 for Multiple Sclerosis at another successful Mega Swim held at Bellarine Aquatic and Sports Centre on the weekend. The…
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The delights of The Dunes
PERCHED above the coastline of Ocean Grove, The Dunes cafe and restaurant offers absolute beachfront dining from their location on Surf Beach Road. Glass frontage…
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Books bring out their best
LAST week was Book Week and Ocean Grove Primary School had a calendar full of activities. On the Monday, students brought their favourite Australian stories…