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Edition
25-30 26/6/08 -
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Festival Community
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C55
Panel Hearing opens in Apollo Bay
The Planning Panel hearing the C55 Municipal Strategic
Statement (MSS) amendment moved to Apollo Bay on
Monday 23rd June, 2008.
The Panel, which has already held sessions in Colac
is chaired by Mr Lester Townsend, assisted by M
David Merrett and Mr Geoff Rundell. (Leste Townsend
was also the chairman of the C29 (GOG) Panel that
had hearings in Apollo Bay in 2006 and 2007.) In
the C55 Amendment the Colac Otway Shire is the proponent
and in essence the amendment, when adopted, will
meet the statutory requirements for the implementation
of the Apollo Bay Structure Plan as well as a number
of other things.
After two days of the hearing it is apparent that
the Panel will find it necessary to make some ruling
on some apparent anomalies between the Apollo Bay
Structure Plan, as exhibited in the C55 amendment,
and the expressed intent of Council in the passing
of the C29 Planning Amendment (GOG) last April.
The difficulty is compounded by the fact that the
motion passed by council in accepting C29 also seeks
to amend the Municipal Strategic Statement.
A number of submitters to the Panel have already
made this point and it has been acknowledged by
Mr Townsend. A further difficulty that is not resolved
pertains to the water storage needs of Apollo Bay.
A tabled document to the Panel was advice to Council
on the project status of the proposed 250ML water
storage required for Apollo Bay.
A draft report indicated that the storage could
potentially be constructed on site 3 (Day's Farm)
However no site has been ruled in or out.
Further evaluation and costing is required. Barwo
Water expects to consider this matter in October
2008 and until that time a final option cannot be
confirmed.
The community is reminded that the planning approvals
process for the selected storage site would also
have to be gone through, resulting in another planning
amendment, exhibition of the proposal, publi submissions
and another Panel Hearing before the matter is finalised.
Some indication as to when the C55 Panel Report
w be available is expected to be given when the
Chairman closes the Panel. Editor
Animal themed story-time @ Paradise bookshop
with Annabel Tellis.
Story reading & craft activities
10.30am Thursday July 3rd |
ROTARY
CLUB OF APOLLO BAY OTWAYS
PRESENTS
MID WINTER DINNER DANCE ON FRIDAY 27 JUNE
2008
AT 6.30PM FOR 7.00PM IN THE KRAMBRUK ROOM,
APOLLO BAY HOTEL
FEATURING THE NATIONALLY ACCLAIMED
"PAUL RETTIKE TRIO"
HOT FOOD, COOL JAZZ AND DANCE THE NIGHT
AWAY.
TICKETS $28.00 PERSON INCLUDING
2 COURSE DINNER, DRINKS AT BAR PRICE
BOOKING ESSENTIAL PHONE MIEKE OR JOHN 5237
1030
PAUL RETTKE TRIO
Paul is head of jazz studies at Geelong
Grammer and has trained some of Australia's
top vocalists such as Missy Higgins and
Bernard Fanning (powder finger) as well
as
playing with jazz giants Don Burrows and
George Golla.
Paul is a highly respected multi-talented
musician in the Australian jazz scene and
his
trio will be treating us to some fabulous
old
jazz standards to dance the night away,
this is
a great opportunity for the community to
get
together on a cold winters night and eat
some
great hot food and listen to some cool jazz.
APOLLO BAY R.S.L. SUB BRANCH
Friday 27th June - 6pm
Fish and Chip Night Please come and join
us - all welcome
Raffle Bar opens 5pm Gallipoli Parade Apollo
Bay
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Southern Otway Landcare
Network 'Landtalk' |
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Dog Creek Work Party
Apollo Bay Landcare Group would like
to thank everyone who came to the
work part}" last Sunday and made
it such a success. A record number
turned up and planted over 2,000 trees,
shrubs and grasses, extending the
area that has already been replanted
with indigenous flora. It was great
to see how well plants from previous
working bees are doing. Thank you
to Ken for organising the planting
and to Carole and David for hosting
the barbecue which followed, making
a great ending to a very rewarding
day. If you were unfortunate enough
to miss all the fun or feel like doing
it again, make a note of he next planting
work parry will be at Skenes Creek
on Sunday, 27th July (National Tree
Day) -details of event will be in
next week's Landtalk.
Land and biodiversity at a
time of climate change -Green Paper
submissions due 30th June!
Submissions to the Victorian Government's
Land and Biodiversity at a time of
Climate Change - Green Paper are due
next Monday 30th June. Comments submitted
by the public will contribute to the
Land and Biodiversity at a Time of
Climate Change - White Paper, set
to be released by the Department of
Sustainability and Environment (DSE)
in 2009. The White Paper will set
the direction for Victorian Government
policy and investment priorities in
natural resource management, land
health and biodiversity for the next
20-50 years.
SOLN urges all local Landcare and
community members to read the Green
Paper, think about what it proposes
and tell government what they think.
This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity
to improve the policies that guide
the way we manage land and biodiversity.
Submissions can be made online or
written and should be returned to
DSE by 30 June 2008. To obtain a copy
of the Green Paper visit http://www.dse.vic.gov.au
or call DSE's Customer Service Centre
on 136 186.
Bringing Biodiversity Back to the
Backyard
Want to attract native birds, insects,
lizards, frogs & other fauna into
your backyard? Come along and find
out what different habitats are required
and leam what plants to grow to look
after the biodiversity' in your backyard!
When & where: Birregurra - Thurs
10th July 2008, 7.00pm
Cost: FREE - supper provided
To register/location details: RSVP
by Fri 4th July 2008
Please contact Anna Carrucan (Greening
Australia) 5231
6913 or Chris Gartlan (Greening Australia)
chrisgartlan_GAV@bigpond.com
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Foreshore News New
Employees
The committee is pleased to announce the
appointment of two new employees who started
work with the committee recently. Rosemary
Kidd has been appointed to the position
of Administration Assistant and will have
responsibility for the business hours running
of both the committee's business admin and
the bookings for the Recreation Reserve.
Martin Lee has been appointed to the position
of Recreation Reserve Caretaker and will
be responsible for the reserve after hours,
on weekends and public holidays.
These appointments are part of an overall
restructuring of how the committee administers
the Recreation Reserve and the way it manages
its responsibilities for the foreshore between
Marengo & Kennett River.
Apollo Bay P-12 College & Foreshore
Classes The school and committee have been
fortunate to have had a teacher from the
Queenscliff Marine Discovery Centre (MDC)
attend all last week. Amy Stephenson from
the MDC took classes from the school every
day, informing them of our coastal dune
system and its importance to the local ecosystems.
The students have also assisted with some
dune rehabilitation works along the bay
between Cawood St and out to Pisces Caravan
Park. They installed brush matting and plants
to assist with stabilising and revegetating
eroded sections of dune. Most of the erosion
is caused by increasing numbers of pedestrians
walking all over our dunes and storm events.
The committee is very grateful for the assistance
of Amy from the MDC and importantly the
participation of our school children. Hopefully
they will achieve a greater understanding
of the need to help protect our fragile
dune systems.
EVENTS CALENDAR
27th June Rotary's Mid-Winter Dance Krambruk
Room Apollo Bay Hotel 6.30pm
28th June 007 Trivia Night Apollo Bay Football
Club Rooms 7.00pm
11th July Apollo Bay Arts AGM Shannon's
Gallery Montrose St 7.30pm
26th July Masonic Lodge Blues & Jazz
Dance
27 July Apollo Bay Music Festival AGM Krambruk
Room, Apollo Bay Hotel at 2pm
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SEALING AND WIDENING
OF THE BARHAM RIVER ROAD
Report on the Site Visit
The following are excerpts of our report to
the Manager, Asset Development, Shire of Colac/Otway,
dated 21st June 2008
"On behalf of
all the petitioners I wish to thank you and
Councilor Carol Wilmink for having donated
your Sunday afternoon in order to join our
walk, meet with some of the road users, listen
to their concerns and get a first hand impression
of the road itself. I also wish to thank those
residents and tourist service providers, who
came along to give us the benefit of their
personal experience as road users." "In
order to keep fellow road users informed about
progress in the matter, I intend to reprint
parts of the report in the Apollo Bay News.
Likewise, the Apollo Bay community will surely
be interested to hear about any progress that
you might be able to report on from time to
time."
"Your personal involvement
in the consultation process has been very
much appreciated."
EXCERPTS FROM THE REPORT As advertised in
the Apollo Bay News, residents and tourist
service providers met at the Marriner Falls
car park on Sunday, 15th June at 2pm to walk
the unsealed section of the road and to record
their experiences and observations as regular
road users.
Going through the recorded information, there
is a clear message that the last kilometer
of the road has numerous locations which suffer
from obscured visibility and a degree of narrowness
that makes it treacherous for passenger vehicles
to pass each other. If wider vehicles like
trucks, motor homes, caravans, trailers or
buses meet other vehicles, reversing to a
wider road section or a Passing Point is unavoidable.
Such maneuvers are creating a great deal of
anxiety, particularly after dark and in locations
where the road side drops straight down to
the river. A typical driver reaction was described
as "racing" through the narrow sections
in order to minimize the time, during which
other vehicles could be encountered. (Not
the safest thing to do, if you have to break
on a gravel road.)
Participants in the walk discussed the history
of road accidents. There has not been a fatality
or major injury, despite the fact that a number
of vehicles ended up in the river. During
every tourist season several vehicles have
to be pulled out of the road side drains.
A number of collisions and near misses were
also reported.
All participants in the walk realize that
sealing the remaining 3.2km of the road would
be costly. Just the same, the original petition
by 123 road users links the sealing and widening
of the road to its promotion as a tourist
destination.
During dry weather and heavy tourist traffic
a lot of dust is generated, which settles
as a thick, grey layer on nearby vegetation.
Water soluble components of
the dust end up in the river and contribute
to th
chemical hardness of its water.
Vehicles traveling on the unsealed road suffer
mechanically from dust and mud and need to
be
washed more frequently.
A sealed road surface contributes to safety
throug
improved braking performance, however, this
might be
offset by higher travel speeds.
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A number of suggestions
by the participants are detaile
in the unabbreviated report. They include:
> table drains to increase usable road
width.
> more frequent Passing Points
(Pull-Outs).
> extensive marking of
the usable road limit o the low side.
> cutting vegetation and installing road
mirrors t improve visibility.
IN SUMMARY, the last kilometer of the road
requires urgent attention to overcome problems
resulting from insufficient road width, ill-defined
soft edges and obscured visibility. Other
problems are important but may be considered
to be of second priority. Valerie Stahn, (Co-ordinator
of the walk/site visit)
APOLLO BAY MUSIC FESTIVAL
Renewal of memberships are due by July 1st
and ca be paid by dropping $2 (renewal fee)
with your name and contact details (including
email if possible) in the box at the shire
office between 9am and 12.30pm mon-fri, contacting
any of the committee members or posting it
to: ABMF Inc, P.O Box 128, Apollo Bay 3233
The 2008 committee of President Peter Fillmore,
Vice President David Capon, Treasurer Christine
Marriner, Secretary Anton Tibbits, Ordinary
Members Robyn Gray and Andy Nicholas will
be renominating at the AGM for 2009.
If successful we will be inviting people interested
in being involved with the 2009 festival to
let us know either at the AGM (27th July)
or afterwards. Areas such as; Friends coordinator,
Food Village coordinator, Merchandise coordinator
and Accommodation coordinator will be very
important once again. Thanks to a few dedicated
and motivated people these areas were a very
successful part of the 08 festival.
We will also be asking for interest from people
to be involved in the following: street parade,
street decorations, Trader's representatives
and of course our trusty, hardworking and
much loved "Friends of the Festival".
So if you have ever thought you would like
to be involved don't let another year pass
you by, jump in the water's fine, as they
say. Any enquiries please ring the office
on 5237 6761 or Email: info@ apollobaymusicfestival.com
Anton Tibbits. Hon Secretary, ABMFInc
Pre School News Girls Night Out Fundraiser
A HUGE thank you to ALL involved in making
this
evening a great success. It was fabulous to
see so
many ladies out enjoying a night of fun, fashion
and
fab food!
A very Special thank you to Charles and Merrilyn
for
their continued support. Well done also to
our
Fundraising Team for organising another great
event.
(How good were the Goody Bags this year!)
To Jen Rippon and Larelle Fitt for their M.C.
skills,
thank you!
A HUGE thank you to all the businesses for
their;
generous help and donations - far too many
of you to
thank individually.
Kate, Helene and the children at the Preschool
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APOLLO
BAY COMMUNITY NEWS |
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APOLLO
BAY
CHURCH
SERVICES |
St.
Aidans Anglican
9.00am
Rev Tim Cohen
5237 6615
Also
at 5pm 1st & 3rd sundays
Uniting Church
9.30am
Rev
Kevin Cranwell 5232 1360
Sunday School every 2nd & 4th Sundays
Star of the Sea Catholic
10.30am
Fr Gerry Prunty
5237 6782
Apollo Bay Assembly
of God
6.00pm
Ps Peter Smith
5237
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Synergy Christian Church Youth Programs:
INFUSE (grade 3-6) Junior vouth 'Ultimate
Combo niqht' a combination of some of the
best games and activities we have had this
term! this Friday June 27th @ the Youth
Club 5.00-6.30pm REVOLUTION youth ALLSTARS
(yr 6-8) 'Xtreme sour power night' lots
of fun with a 'sour' theme! This Friday
niqht June 27th (5). The Unitinq Church
Hall 8-9.30pm REVOLUTION youth REV 360's
(yr 9-12 girls) 'Pancake hangout' yummy
pancake good times! @ 26 Noel St. Saturday
niqht June 28th 7.30-9.30pm More details:
Marni Briffa (youth leader) 52371202 or
0406351838.
TRIP to the GRAMPIANS & CASTLEMAINE
September 16,17 & 18. Cost $360
The Probus Club is organising a trip to
the Grampians and Castlemaine but we need
about 6 more people so we can proceed with
this trip. Any person from the community
who would like to join in our bus group
would be most welcome. Please ring if you
are interested or wish to know more information.
Bev Thomas 5237 6325 or Janet Allen 5237
6885
WANTED
The Apollo Bay Pony Club is in need of a
large shed in which to store our horse float
in. This would preferably be close to town
with easy access, it doesn't need to be
lockable but just to provide protection
from the weather. As a small but dedicated
club, our float provides our young members
with the chance to go out and compete and
represent our club and town. If anyone is
able to help we would be very appreciative.
Please contact Tracey on 5237 7148 or 0437
246 992. Tracey Harbour, Sec, Apollo Bay
Pony Club
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Bay has a New Jetty
A new $80,000 floating jetty and fish cleaning
station next to the boat ramp is now ready
for use. The new jetty will provide greater
access to both sailing and fishing enthusiasts
with easier access for disabled and wheelchair-bound
people. The jetty will also help relieve
congestion during summer when the Harbour
becomes extremely busy with visitors to
the area.
The Rotary Club of Apollo
Otways would like to thank the Apollo Bay
Music Festival and Jindalee wines for the
donation of wines for our fund raising raffle
at our Dinner Dance in the Krambruk Room,
Apollo Bay Hotel on Friday 27 June, 2008.
The next meeting of the
Apollo Bay News Inc
will be held on Monday 30th June at 4.00pm
in the Shire Conference Rooms, Nelson Street,
Apollo Bay
APOLLO BAY ARTS INC UMBRELLA STRING
TRIO
Sunday 13th July 2-4pm At St. Aidans Anglician
Church & Afternoon Tea Three highly
talented young women playing old favourites
and new from the classical re pertoire.
Tickets $10, students S5.00 Available from
Paradise Books Arts Victoria, Regional Arts
Victoria
PATCHWORK QUILTING
The next Patchwork Quilting meeting will
be held on Tuesday, the 1st of July at 1:30
pm at Marrar Woorn, Pengilley Ave, Apollo
Bay. Bring something to share or work on.
New members welcome. Note: Next night meeting
will be at 7:30pm on the Monday, the 21st
of July.
Red Cross
We will be holding a Beetle Day on Wednesday
2nd July at 10.45am. Light Luncheon, Afternoon
Tea. Meeting before at 9.30am for members.
C. Mustafa.
C.W.A.
Next meeting will be on Friday 27 June at
1.30pm. Competition Flower. Pack of cards.
Senior Citizens
Sat 28 June Carpet Bowls 2pm Mon 30 June
Carpet Bowls/Games/Chat 2pm Tue 1 July Carpet
Bowls/Chat 2pm
It's Not just the Girls!
Boys Night Out
Kindy fund raiser at
CAPTAINS AT THE BAY
Beijing Olympics Theme Limited Tickets Keep
looking for more details
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OTWAY
HEALTH NEWS |
Singing in Style
The Apollo Bay choir meets
every Tuesday night at the Senior Citizens Centre
at 7:30
pm, all welcome. Past highlights for the choir have
been to sing with the choir of hard knocks and more
recently performing for the World Harmony Day runners.
And if you live in Forrest why not attend Otway
Voice &. Nosh. It's a relaxed and friendly community
singing group based on Fay White's workshops. It
runs 1st Sunday of the month at the Forrest Public
Hall between 3pm-6pm. Cost is $13 (full-time workers)
$11 (part-time) $10 (concession) Includes soup and
bread.
Swimming Group
Tuesday Swimming Group leaves the Otway Health car
park in Ramsden Ave at 9:15am for Lavers Hill heated
indoor pool. For those suffering from sore joints,
chronic pain or you'd just like to increase your
fitness level with gentle exercise. After swimming
the group meets at the Lavers Hill Road House for
lunch and returns to Apollo Bay by 1:40pm. Cost
is $5
for bus and $3 for entry to pool. Cost of lunch
is additional.
Bone Boosters
meets every Wednesday at the Senior Citizens
11:00am - 12:00pm. This gentle exercise class helps
to improve
flexibility and increase your heartbeat! Cost $3
per session at the Senior Citizens Centre.
Strength for Life meets Tuesday
9:30am -10:30am, Wednesday 12:00pm - 1:00pm, and
Thursday 9:30am - 10:00am at the Senior Citizens
Centre. To help improve strength and balance for
everyday living. Participants work to their individual
ability. Cost $3 at the Senior Citizens Centre.
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Creative Arts
Forrest Theatre Skills Workshops, Bel Taylor is
the co-ordinator and there will be guest performance
artists specialising in a range of theatre skills.
This will lead to the development of an Otway
Performance Troupe. Happens Third Saturday every
month at the Forrest Public Hall between 10am
-4pm. The cost is $30 (BYO lunch) For more info
ring Bel 52366 447
NAIDOC
NAIDOC celebrations are held around Australia
in July to celebrate the history, culture and
achievements of Indigenous people. The Otway Indigenous
community in conjunction with supporting organisations
would like to invite you to attend NAIDOC week
celebrations in Apollo Bay.
On July the 18th at 2pm Otway Health will be hosting
a flag raising ceremony and 'Acknowledgement of
Country'. (Bring a raincoat) Afterwards an afternoon
tea will be held at Marrar Woorn - Apollo Bay's
Community House, all are welcome. For more information
and for details of the indigenous music night
and dinner, please contact Nieka on 52 377178.
Vacancies Kitchen Assistant role with great hours.
7 days a fortnight from 4.30pm -7.30 pm. This
is a hands-on role contributing to the smooth
functioning of our kitchen. For further information
please contact Steven Hughes on (03) 5237 8500
or visit our website at www.otwayhealth.com.au
Closing date: Friday 04 July 08
Part Time HACC Coordinator
The Home and Community Care Coordinator will develop,
implement and evaluate the home and community
care program, working 24 hours a week and reporting
to Director of Community Services for more info
contact Maria Szybiak on 5237 8500 or visit our
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