Geelong Indy - 3rd October 2025

By Jena Carr

More than 100 offences were detected in Geelong as police targeted risky behaviour on the state’s roads during the AFL grand finallongweekend.

Victoria Police carried out Operation Scoreboard, a statewide road policing operation, from September 25 to September 28, with increased roadside alcohol and drug testing conducted over thefourdays.

Greater Geelong Highway Patrol Senior Sergeant Steve Bull said police detected 149 offences in Geelong during the long weekend, which included 12 impaired drivers.

“That’s an average of three people every singledaychoosingtogetbehindthewheel

undertheinfluenceofalcoholordrugs,”he said. “Despite repeated warnings, these results show far too many motorists are still prepared to gamble with their lives andthelivesofothers.

“Speedremainsoneofthemostcommon factors in serious and fatal collisions, and it is extremely concerning to see so many peoplecontinuingtotaketheserisks.

“History shows impaired driving is a significant issue over the AFL grand final weekend, and the results from this operation reinforce exactly why police placesuchastrongfocusonthisperiod.”

Geelong police detected 99 speeding drivers,15unregisteredvehicles,ninedrug drivers, eight disqualified drivers, eight unlicenseddrivers,fourdisobeyedsignsor signals,threedrinkdriversandtwomobile

phoneoffencesduringtheoperation. Fiveimpoundmentswerealsomade,and one cyclist offence was detected by police during the long weekend, but no seatbelt offenceswereidentified.

One speeding offence occurred at approximately 3am on September 28, where Geelong Highway Patrol detected a vehicle travelling at 104km/h in a 60km/h zone while officers were patrolling near a licensedpremises.

The 18-year-old male driver held a Queensland Probationary licence and was issued with an infringement notice for exceeding the speed limit for $865 and a six-monthlicencesuspension.

A total of 5088 offences were detected statewide during the police operation, with one in every 555 drivers caught over

With school holidays coming to an end, kids can spend a day climbing aboard a fire truck during a Highton emergency services event.

The community will have the opportunity to explore the vehicles and equipment of their local emergency services during the Highton Emergency Services Day on Sunday, October 5.

The free and family-friendly event will help inform people about what to do in an emergency while also showing the community what volunteering in an emergency service could look like.

Members from the Country Fire Authority, State Emergency Service, Victoria Police, Ambulance Victoria, and other services will be on hand during the event to answer any questions.

Highton Fire Brigade lieutenant Amy Johnson and captain Chris Munford are pictured in one of the fire trucks that the community will be able to climb aboard during the event.

 Turn to page 5 for the full story.

Gambling lives

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Road Policing Assistant Commissioner Glenn Weir said it was a busy weekend for police and encouraged people to consider the consequences before deciding to drink anddrive.

“Police will continue to prioritise road policing enforcement and doing all we can topreventfurthertraumaonourroadsthis year,”hesaid.

“Concerningly, despite our warnings to motorists, we have again seen incredibly high strike rates for those caught over the legallimitforalcoholanddrugs.

“As the weather increases and we head towards the end of the year, our fleet of alcohol and drug testing vehicles will be outconductingtestinganywhere,anytime, andateveryopportunity.”

Get Fire Ready Geelong Region

Overseas visitors increase

By Matt Hewson

The number of international tourists to the Greater Geelong region has skyrocketed this year.

Geelong and the Bellarine welcomed 46 per cent more international visitors in the 12 months ending in June 2025 compared to the year before, a much bigger increase thanthestatewideaverageof11.5percent.

The latest data comes from Tourism Research Australia’s domestic tourism statistics and international visitor survey, announced by the state government last week.

Tourism Geelong & the Bellarine executive director Tracy Carter said while

international visitors made up a relatively small proportion of the region’s overall tourism, the latest figures were “important for a few reasons”.

“Onereasonisthespendisusuallyhigher with the international holidaymaker,” Ms Carter said.

“Another is that they’re not limited to weekends or peak holiday periods. They tend to travel at other times, which then spreads the visitation to our hotels and hospitalityestablishmentsintoothertimes of the year.

“Also, they travel differently; international travellers stay in regions for longer than the weekend visitation we see from a domestic traveller.”

According to Ms Carter, the changing natureofthetourismproductsnowoffered inourregionhashadadirectimpactonthe increase in international visitors.

“A generation ago, people came to GeelongandtheBellarinemaybejusttogo to the beach,” she said.

“Nowwe’vegotthisgreatsortofcalendar of events, and when you think about the Bellarine, there are world-class wineries and places to eat.

“Hospitality across the whole region has just lifted to such a high level… and this particularly relates to international travellersandthetypesofexperiencesthat they want to have.

“There’s more reason to come and there

Reunited with heroes who saved his life

By Jena Carr

A Geelong man has met with the people who saved his life, after suffering a cardiac arrest four months ago.

Richard Sinclair was reunited with the first responders and bystanders who stepped in to help on September 29.

Mr Sinclair said he was playing a regular Saturday bowls game at Geelong Bowls Club when he collapsed on the green in June.

Bystandersandfellowplayerstherushed tohelpbycallingTripleZero(000),starting cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), retrieving a nearby automated external

defibrillator (AED) and waiting outside to flag down an ambulance.

“I’mextremelygratefulthatIwasaround people who knew what to do, they saved my life,” Mr Sinclair said.

“I think everyone should learn CPR and where their nearest defibrillator is located. You never know when you might need it, and it could save someone.”

Ambulance Victoria acting community engagement coordinator Sara Hadden said 21 people in Victoria will experience a cardiac arrest every day but that only 10 would survive.

“What we’re finding is that the more people we have willing to engage in

learning CPR, we’re having better patient outcomes,” she said.

“So, people are surviving more than what they ever have been simply because people are willing to step in, provide CPR to the person and use an AED.

“We also have our community first responders, which are called GoodSam responders, and they play a very pivotal role in attending to a public emergency prior to the ambulance or fire services.

“We like to celebrate cardiac arrest survivors like Richard, so we promote lots of stories and we’re out in force teaching as many people in the community how to do good effective CPR and use AEDs.”

Boosting better bridges across Greater Geelong

Four Greater Geelong bridges will soon receive strengthening upgrades to boost road network capacity and improve efficiencyforfreightoperatorsandfarmers.

Thebridges,locatedonCorioQuayRoad, will be upgraded to cater for efficient road freight as part of a more than $128 million joint investment in the state’s roads from thefederalandstategovernments.

State Minister for Ports and Freight, Roads and Road Safety Melissa Horne said the upgrades in Geelong would support GeelongPort to continue to function as one of the state’s main grain export

shipping hubs. “Stronger bridges mean a strongerfreightnetworkallowingoperators to carry more, more efficiently, and avoid costlydetours,”shesaid.

“By fixing these pinch-points, we’re giving farmers, exporters and freight operators the reliable connections they need to stay competitive here and overseas.”

Acting Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Julie Collins said the federal government was glad to support upgrade projects with a

aremorewaysforthemtospendmoney,so that’s why we’re seeing this sort of uptick.”

And while times have undoubtedly been toughfortourismoperators,MsCartersaid the future was bright for tourism in the region.

“The convention centre, Nyal Banyul, has become such a game-changing piece of infrastructure for us,” she said.

“The business events in that centre will tend to happen off-peak and mid-week. Those events will genuinely drive new audiences that will support the accommodation and hospitality sectors.

They’re an optimistic people, tourism operators, and they’re looking forward to coming into another peak season.”

Aqueduct demolition permit lodged

By Matt Hewson

One of Geelong’s engineering marvels is another step closer to being dismantled.

BarwonWaterhaslodgedapermit application to safely demolish the Ovoid Sewer Aqueduct, a 756m-ling, 53m-tall concrete and steel structure crossing the Barwon River near Breakwater.

Constructed between 1912 and 1915, the aqueduct was decommissioned in the early 90s, with the surrounding area closed soon after due to safety concerns around falling concrete.

After years of investigations, BarwonWaterannouncedinMarch the aqueduct’s structural failing was “inevitable”.

This week Barwon Water managing director Shaun Cumming said the application for the structure’s removal had been lodged with Heritage Victoria and was now open for submissions.

“Making the area safe is the only way the community can again pursue a range of interests and experience the heritage and significance of the site,“ Mr Cumming said.

“We are now committed to creatively recognising the aqueduct’s historical values and ensuring its contribution to the water industry is known to visitors and the wider community.

“Until long term works are completed, we remind community members to keep out of the area for safety reasons.”

The permit application includes plans to conserve the stair landings at either end of the aqueduct and the pier bases located beneath the 14 towers, incorporating them into the rehabilitated landscape.

further$56.6millioninvestment.

MsCollinsalsosaidtheworksrecognised the importance of freight and logistics to the state, with over 260,000 Victorians employedinthe$36billionindustry.

“These bridge upgrades are about making sure Victorian producers and freight operators can get their goods to market quickly, safely and efficiently,” she said.

“We’re creating stronger, more reliable infrastructure to support local jobs and strengthensupplychainsthatcommunities andbusinessesacrossthestaterelyon.”

Sections of the ovoid pipe and original concrete and steel would also possibly be salvaged, while a Heritage Interpretation Plan could see parts of the structure featured off-site.

The application was made after a broad engagement process, including consultation with the project’s community reference group and gathering more than 100 responses through an online survey.

Bourke resigns from council

A Surf Coast Shire councillor has resigned from their role on council, just 11 months after being elected to the position for the first time.

Rebecca Bourke resigned from her TorquaywardpositioneffectiveSeptember 25, after serving on council for most of the yearfollowingbeingsworninonNovember 14 last year.

Ms Bourke was one of four councillors to

join council and said she decided to resign “with a heavy heart”.

“This decision was not easy as I care deeplyforourcommunity;however,Ineed toprioritisemyyoungfamily’swellbeingat this point in time,” she said.

“I am committed to supporting our community and families through my personal volunteer work and my mental health practice.

“I remain incredibly proud of what we have achieved together during my time on council,and...ithasbeenatrueprivilegeto represent you.”

Chief executive Robyn Seymour said she thanked Ms Bourke for her work as councillor and wished her all the best for the future.

“We have notified the local government minister and the Victorian Electoral

Crucial shock on the way for Torquay

By Jena Carr

Torquay community members will soon have access to life-saving equipment closer to home thanks to a Surf Coast Shire grants program.

Torquay Fire Brigade received a $2156 Quick Response Grant from council to mount a defibrillator at the front of the brigade’s fire station.

Brigade captain Murray Middleton said it was great to receive the grant, with the new defibrillator expected to be operational within two to three weeks.

“My background is as a paramedic as well, so I know the importance of having

community available AEDs (automated external defibrillators),” he said.

“It’s a very valuable pick up for the community that we can provide the local area with access to these types of devices.

“Essentially, we’re caretakers of the equipment, and it will be made available to the community once we mount it outside on the station.

“Having this bit of equipment available in our patch around the fire station will be a benefit to someone in a scenario or situation who needs access to the life-saving equipment.”

The Quick Response Grants Program

recipients included $3000 for Moriac CommunityNetworkandTorquayMarine Rescue Service, followed by $2980 for Ocean Mind.

Aireys Inlet Community Garden received a $2690 grant, alongside $2562 for Common Ground Project, $2560 for Torquay Netball Club, and $2000 grants for Torquay and District Landcare and Torquay College.

Grants of $1500 were also provided to Surf Coast Secondary College and Deans Marsh Community Cottage, along with $1567 for Art of the Minds, $1476 for All Aboard DisABILITY Services and $840 for Anglesea Community House.

Commission (VEC) of Ms Bourke’s resignation,” she said.

“The VEC will run a countback process from the 2024 local government election to determineanewcouncillorfortheTorquay Ward.

“During her time on council, Ms Bourke has shown a genuine passion for representing her local community, and we wish her and her family all the best.”

Community opposes mobile phone tower

By Jena Carr

Surf Coast residents are opposing a proposed telecommunications tower forBellsBeachthroughacommunity petition.

The 35 Meter Phone Tower Objection petition was submitted to Surf Coast Shire Council during its meeting on September 23, which urged council to reject a planning permit application for a tower at 185 Addiscott Road.

Council chief executive Robyn Seymour said she understood that there was a lot of concern regarding what was proposed with the tower.

“Councillors and council are aware of the level of community concern in relation to the proposed telecommunications tower,” she said. “As with any application, the applicant has the right to apply, and council must then assess whether the proposal is appropriate and consistentwiththeplanningscheme.

“We’ll continue to make sure the community is kept informed about the planning process and the outcome of the application.”

The petition consisted of 705 signatures, with 201 signatures from people within the Surf Coast Shire municipalityand388fromelsewhere in Victoria.

Torquay’s David Salveson addressed council during the meeting’s public question time and saidhewasworriedthattheproposed tower would have a negative impact on the area.

“Bells Beach surrounds significant landscape overlay, which aims to encourage discrete placement of simple unobtrusive structures,” he said.“Theapplicationarguesthatthe tower provides for protracted growth in the area, but the area is primarily made-up of five-to-ten-acre blocks that can’t be subdivided and have been identified as a non-growth area through numerous council plannings.”

Safer roads in a blitz for Geelong and Bellarine regions

Geelong and Bellarine residents will soon beabletocruisedownsmootherandsafer roadsasrepairworkstakeplaceacrossthe region.

MajorworkswillbedeliveredonPrinces Highway West, Surf Coast Highway, Midland Highway and Bellarine Highway as part of the state government’s $976 million Better Roads Blitz investment.

Member for Lara Ella George said high-traffic areas and busy freight routes

would undergo works to make roads safer and more reliable.

“This initiative not only supports our local economy but also improves the daily lives of Victorians by providing smoother pathways to work, school, and essential services,” she said.

“Our government’s investment in the Better Roads Blitz will significantly enhance the quality and reliability of key roads in the Geelong region, ensuring

safer travel for commuters and freight alike.”

Member for Bellarine Alison Marchant said the community could also expect to see fixed and improved roadsides,bridges,trafficlights,electronic signs and other structures, along with the removal of offensive and unsightly graffiti.

“Our roads are essential to our community,andthisinvestmentiscrucial

for ensuring they are smoother, safer and more reliable,” she said.

Member for Geelong Christine Couzens said the investment in Geelong and the Bellarine’s roads provided benefits for families and the economy.

“We’re investing in our state roads to ensure safer and more comfortable travel for the people of Geelong, visitors to our area, and road freight to and from the city,” she said.

Foster carers in the spotlight

More than 300 people gathered for a heartfelt and impactful event celebrating theeffortsoffostercarersinourcommunity at Meli’s third annual Foster a Future Breakfast.

Held at GMHBA Stadium on Thursday, September 23, the event is the organisation’s main fundraiser for its Foster a Future Appeal .

Hosted by well-known broadcaster Myf Warhurst, the breakfast also featured fourtime cricket World Cup champion Lisa Sthalekar as keynote speaker.

Ms Sthalekar shared her experience at

India’s Shreevatsa orphanage, relating the care she received there and the impact it had on her life.

She described returning there in 2012 to meet children and staff at the facility, including a carer who worked there while Ms Sthalekar was there as an infant.

“While I was there for only three weeks, those carers gave the love, attention and care that I needed to start off my life,” she said.

“If I didn’t have them, I don’t know where I’d be. So even though it’s a small amount of time, it can have such a huge

Highlighting our responders

A free and family-friendly event will roll into Highton, giving the community a chance to meet with their emergency services.

Highton Emergency Services Day will be held at Highton Reserve from 9am on Sunday, October 5, with people able to explore emergency service gear and vehicles and watch live demonstrations.

Country Fire Authority (CFA) South West Region community education presenter Harvey Beckley said the event looked to showcase the region’s emergency services along with safety messaging.

“It’s really good for the community to connect with our services, especially with regards to our safety messaging and making sure Victorians are as prepared as they can be,” he said. “I’m looking forward to spending the day in the community doing what I personally love, which is chatting about all things fire safety and seeing all the

smilesfromkidsinandoutofourfiretrucks.”

Mr Beckley said members from CFA, State Emergency Service, Victoria Police, Ambulance Victoria and other services would be available to speak with the community.

“We often find that a lot of emergencies are preventable or treatable before they happen, especially regarding fire safety and crime prevention,” he said. “It is important that we can create opportunities for young people and kids to engage and learn how much fun and excitement there is in being an emergency worker.

“The event is also about building rapport and making sure that the community knows that we’re all approachable as emergency service workers and we’re all here to help.”

There will also be barbecue available during the day to help raise money for the region’s emergency services.

impact on a child’s life.

“I think you guys (foster carers) do a wonderful job. It may be for a weekend, it may be for a night, but that can have such a big impact.”

Meli chief executive Robyn Hayles highlighted the urgent need for more foster carers in our community.

“It’s really important that we highlight the important work our foster carers do and the contribution that they make to society,” Ms Hayles said.

“The sense of safety and stability that you offer literally changes lives.”

The breakfast also featured a panel including Meli’s care services manager Jo Dumesny, past care leaver Jesse Miller and foster carer Gel Klein-Boonschate.

Returning for her third year as MC, Ms Warhurst spoke about her own experience as a foster carer.

“If you’re thinking about it, just do it,” she said.

“The best thing you can do for a child is help them and help them feel safe.”

Visit meli.org.au/fostercare for more information on how to get involved as a foster carer.

Living with the bag

Ocean Grove’s Nicole Trimboli has survived cancer twice and now lives with an ostomy bag. Jena Carr speaks with Nicole ahead of the launch of her first book which details her health journey.

Surviving cancer once is an incredible feat for anyone, but for Ocean Grove’s Nicole Trimboli, cancer was just the beginning of her health journey.

It was 2006, and just over five months since Nicole had her second child, when she received the news that no one wants to hear.

“I had some neck and back pain in my shoulders, and my doctor said to me that perhaps maybe I needed to go and see a physio... but I didn’t really get any relief from that,” she said.

“I remember going to a work Christmas party (in 2005) and having to leave early becauseIhadsomuchpaininmyneckand my shoulder that we left and went home.

“Thenthenightsweatsstartedtohappen, where I was waking up wet, and I was like, ‘no, this is not right’, but I pushed through it, as I used to do, and went on holiday my family.

“Iwasstandingoutthefrontofacabinat a caravan park, and I put my hand on my neck, and discovered that I had a big lump intheditchofmycollarboneaboutthesize of an egg.

“That’s when I started to really freak out as I knew that something was really wrong... and it was probably February (2006)beforeIwasactuallydiagnosedwith Hodgkin’s lymphoma (an immune system cancer).”

After learning to cope with her initial cancerdiagnosis,itwas15yearslaterin2021 when Nicole received further devastating news that she had bowel cancer, which led to her bowel being removed.

“It was quite frightening because I only had a little pain in the left-hand side of my stomach... but after having a colonoscopy, a surgeon told me I had bowel cancer,” she said.

“He said that if I had waited any longer, he reckons that in probably another three days,Iwouldhavebeencompletelyblocked and I would have come into hospital as an emergency case.

“Ijustthought,‘oh,herewegoagain’,asto be told that you have cancer a second time is pretty tough, and I was given options for how to go forward because doctors found the cancer in two places.

“My doctor said to me, ‘look, I can cut it out (the parts of her bowel with cancer) and rejoin the sections, but I’ll probably seeyouinfourtofiveyears’,andhesaidthe prognosis then may not be as good.

“Or, he said that we could take the whole bowel out, which would mean I could live my life with an ostomy bag, so I said, ‘take it out’.”

Nicole then had to learn how to live with a stoma (surgically created opening on the abdomen to allow for waste to exit the body) and ostomy bag (disposable bag attached to the stoma).

“It wasn’t even a decision really for me, whereasalotofpeoplemaynothavewanted to have the bag, but I’m all about getting the bag out because I think awareness is a good thing,” she said.

“The first 12 months with a stoma and ostomy bag are really tough, and I liken it to bringing a new baby home, as you have to learn how to live with it.

“People do stare, but I think the worst thing is that people look at you with pity, butIdon’tlookatitthatwayasIlookatitas what is keeping me alive, so I’m proud of it.

“You will get through it; you can get back into life because it’s not about what you can’t do, it’s about what you can do... and you’ve got to be body positive, so I get out there on the beach with my bikini on and I don’t worry about it.”

People look at you with pity... I look at it as what is keeping me alive, so I’m proud of it

- Nicole Trimboli

The now 51-year-old has had to make a lot of changes to her life following her two cancer diagnoses, and her main focus has been on healing.

“I’vejusthadmysix-monthlybloodtest... and I’m all clear, so I’ve got another six months,” she said.

“I live in six-to-12-month blocks in between the blood tests, and you just live the best life you possibly can until it’s time to go through that again.

“I’ve done a lot of inner work on myself and a lot of it’s been done at Ocean Grove in the last few years and I’m so in love with this town because it has healed me in so many ways.

“I had to completely remove myself from everything to be able to work through the healingprocess,anditwaswalkingmytwo dogs on the beach every morning that got me to the answers I needed.”

Nicole’s book ‘What A Sh!t Show!’, which shares her journey through cancer and her experience living with an ostomy bag, will be released on October 6, ahead of a book launch at Ocean Grove Surf Life Saving Club on October 11.

“The purpose for writing the book was to show that no matter what you’ve been through, whether it be illness or anything, you can come out the other side,” she said.

“I have had the idea for a book in my head since I got sick the second time, but I’m glad that I wrote it when I did, which I started writing in February and finished last month.

“I think it would have been a very different book had I written it straight out of surgery, and the focus probably would have been more on the illness and not on the healing.

“Now that I’m holding the book in my hand, it’s amazing and I hope it helps a lot of other people... and I believe the book will be just the beginning of something amazing.”

Visit eventbrite.com.au/e/what-asht-show-ocean-grove-book-launchtickets-1646311083769forfreeticketstothe book launch.

Applications open

Young people interested in having their voiceheardcanmakeadifferencethrough next year’s Youth Parliament program.

Applications are now open for spots on Greater Geelong’s six-person team, which will travel to Melbourne in July next year to debate their very own bill at Parliament House in Spring Street.

Through the annual program, which will celebrate its 40th year in 2026, participants learn about Victoria’s legislative system, draft their own bill and debate those of other teams in state Parliament.

Geelong 2025 Youth Parliament team member Shanay Jacobs, 18, described participating in the program as a life changing experience.

“Imetwonderfulpeople,hadtheability to advocate for change, speak within Parliament, witness how legislation is made and hone my public speaking skills and parliamentary understanding,” Shanay said.

“It is the best program I have ever participated in and I would highly recommend it for anyone interested in Politics.”

Geelong mayor Stretch Kontelj said the council was excited to enable more young people to be heard on issues they care about.

“Participantswillbuildpublicspeaking, critical thinking, communication, leadership and teamwork skills, which will serve them well throughout their studies and careers,” Mayor Kontelj said.

“Young people will be provided with regular mentoring and support from a member of the City’s Youth Development

Unit and The Y throughout this intensive program.

“If you’re interested in learning about and influencing political processes, developing new skills, having a positive

impact and meeting new people, Youth Parliament could be for you!”

Visit geelong.link/GYP2026 to apply for the 2026 Victorian Youth Parliament program.

Young Endeavour sails into Geelong

A national sail training ship will visit Geelong to give people a chance to explore the vessel and meet with the RoyalAustralianNavy(RAN)crew.

Sail Training Ship (STS) Young Endeavour will host a free open day at Royal Geelong Yacht Club’s wave attenuator wharf from 10am on Sunday,October5.

RAN acting commanding officer Lieutenant Commander Michael Gough said he looked forward to sharingtheshipwithasmanyGeelong localsandvisitorsaspossible.

“The ship is currently undertaking acircumnavigationofAustralia,which commenced in Sydney on April 2 and concludes back in Sydney on October 18,”hesaid.

“The open day is free to attend for allages,andvisitorswillbeabletotour the ship, meet the RAN crew and hear from Young Endeavour ambassadors abouttheiradventuresonboard.

“STS Young Endeavour is a 44-metre-long brigantine (ship type), that is a two-masted and squarerigged sailing ship purpose-built to delivereleven-dayyouthdevelopment voyagesforyoungAustralians.”

Mr Gough said the open day was a chanceforyoungpeopleaged16to23 to explore and consider being part of a youth crew on a Young Endeavour voyage, where they can experience being at sea in a ship with a working Navycrew.

Fans give thanks to Cats

Even though Geelong lost the AFL grand final to Brisbane on Saturday, it didn’t stop Cats fans from saying ‘thank you’ to the team at a family day at Kardinia Park on Sunday. Independent photographer Ivan Kemp went along as the players and staff also thanked the fans for their support.

MY GEELONG

Jack Herd’s art on heritage buildings and locations will be displayed at Geelong Library and Heritage Centre to support an upcoming symposium. Jena Carr spoke with the artist about his artworks and connection to Geelong ahead of the National Trust Geelong and Region Branch’s ‘Honouring the Past – Creating the Future’ on Thursday, October 9.

WhatisyourconnectiontoGeelong?

I was born and raised in Geelong and the surrounding area, where I still live and work to this day.

Different parts of my family history have also been in and out of the Geelong region since the 1850s.

What do you like most about where you live?

The thing I like most about Geelong is that it’s relatively easy to get around town for work and for pleasure, which also means I can find new locations to get reference photos for new artworks.

Is there anything you would change aboutwhereyoulive?

If I could change anything about Geelong, it would be better design and integration of the older buildings into new builds.

Facadism (the act of building a new structure while keeping the original facade) should be heavily discouraged, and instead, we should look to the older buildings and make efforts to incorporate someoftheiraestheticsintonewerdesigns.

Whatisyourpreferredartform,andwhat inspiredyoutocreateartworksbasedon heritagebuildingsandlocations?

My preferred art form is painting, as while it is straightforward to do, it can also be done in many ways for different projects.

My artworks were inspired by heritage artworks and buildings, as it is a way of showing my appreciation for them and

showing that they have significantly influenced my practice as an artist, both directly and indirectly.

How does it feel to have your works displayed at the Geelong Library to support the upcoming heritage symposium?

I feel honoured to have been asked by the organisers of this symposium to have my works on display.

Past exhibitions have been either open calls or self-made exhibitions, either through university studies or through working things out on my own.

This one feels extra special as I have been specifically asked to show my work, as they are relevant to the symposium.

How important do you believe it is to honour and remember the region’s heritage?

I believe it is very important to honour and remember our region’s heritage as these places, whether it’s built or natural forms, have a lot to tell us about our local histories andcanbemaderelevanttotoday’ssociety.

Especially in the case of the built form, these buildings should never be seen as a hindrance and a nuisance, and instead, could be respectfully integrated into any future use or construction plans.

Is there anything else you would like to addorsay?

I would like to express a sincere thanks to the Geelong branch of the National Trust

and to the Geelong Libraries team for allowingmetoputtogetherthisexhibition. They have been most cooperative with

helping to source display materials, while alsoaccommodatingtothebusyscheduleI have had for myself these past few months.

Boost for food and beverage businesses

By Matt Hewson

Local food, beverage and agribusiness industrieswillgetaboostwiththecreation of a new regional network to help them develop markets and take advantage of export opportunities.

The City of Greater Geelong and Geelong ManufacturingCouncil(GMC)announced the new Food and Agribusiness Network at the GMC Exports Forum, held on Wednesday, September 24 at Wurriki Nyal Civic Precinct.

With food and beverage manufacturing accounting for nearly 20 per cent of the 10,000 manufacturing jobs in the region, mayor Stretch Kontelj said Geelong’s agribusiness industries had “all the right

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ingredients to grow our reputation as an international city”.

“Our manufacturing and agribusiness export history is rich, with many amazing business success stories supplying Geelong’s products to Australia and the world,” Mayor Kontelj said.

“The Food and Agribusiness Network will provide opportunities to increase interconnectivity within the industry as well as sharing practical knowledge.”

GMC chief executive Jenn Conley said herorganisationwasproudtopartnerwith the City to launch the network.

“Ourregionishometosomeoutstanding foodandagribusinessmanufacturers,”she said. “This network will help harness that experience by fostering stronger industry

connections and creating opportunities to share the incredible knowledge and expertise that exists here.

“The Food and Agribusiness Network willdeliverarangeofinitiatives–including industry tours, events, and briefings –focused on sharing practical insights into advanced manufacturing processes, business growth, commercial operations, supply chain and export development.“

Councillor Rowan Story said the partnershipwithGMCwasanexcitingnew step for local manufacturers.

“We encourage all food, beverage and agribusiness processors and manufacturers to register their interest with Geelong Manufacturing Council,” Cr Story said.

Dracorex bring the party

Melbourne rockers Dracorex will hit the ground running when they take the stage this Saturday night for their debut Geelong gig.

Headlining on October 3 at Medusa Bar, the four-piece consists of frontman James Brennan, lead guitarist Rick Grimm, double bassist Jake Schembri and drummer Michael Maric.

According to Brennan, their music “straddles the line” between hard rock and metal, drawing on the full range of

the band members’ influences to create a melting pot of “party metal”.

“We’ve been compared to bands like Pantera, Motörhead, but also Deep Purple,” Brennan said.

“We love 70s British rock, like Black Sabbath and Led Zeppelin… I personally really love Skid Row, Guns N’ Roses and W.A.S.P., bands like that have really inspired me.

“Rick is super into death metal; that’s his main vibe, but he’s got a really broad

taste in music. Jake loves a lot of classic stuff, blues rock, rockabilly, everything like that.

“And Michael likes pop punk, but he also enjoys (alternative metal band) Sleep Token, more eclectic stuff like that. We’ve always wanted to blend our influences, even if they didn’t always super match, if that makes sense.”

Their fusion of styles makes for constant surprises; their latest single, riff-driven rocktuneWhatI’veBeenLivin’For,sounds

Tiger-ific show back for second year

Primary school kids and preschoolers are in for a treat when singing, dancing tiger Pevan and his exuberant sidekick Sarah returntoGeelongArtsCentre(GAC).

Blending music, dance, entertainment andeducation,PevanandSarahhavebeen helpingkidslearnthroughfunandlaughter foradecade.

This month they embark on their fourth annual national tour, with Geelong the secondstopinarunof38showsin27towns andcitiesacrossthecountry.

But the show’s creators, husband and wife duo Manny and Sarah Kechayasboth former teachers - never expected PevanandSarahtotakeoverthechildren’s entertainmentworld.

“It started very grassroots, my husband and I writing songs for my current class at the time,” Sarah said. “And as the years went on we developed these characters, we

developedthesongsandwesawtheimpact thatmusicwashavingintheclassroomand onthestudents.”

The pandemic proved to be a blessing in disguise for Pevan and Sarah, as the entire education world scrambled to adapt to onlinelearning.

“We created these online resources and tools that were desperately needed,” Sarah said. “We just found ourselves in a position tobeabletoprovidewhatteachersneeded, and so it just grew from there, to the point wherewenowemployateamofex-teachers.

“None of us are in the classroom anymore, but we’re very closely connected to what’s going on in education and the currentclimate.”

Their online music and video platform Cub Club, which has garnered multiple awards and millions of views, is now used by hundreds of thousands of children and

educators across the country on a daily basis.

Sarah said she and Manny “never imagined” their creation would become so successful but were “very grateful that it did”.

“I think what we’ve learned is to follow the pattern and rhythm that we had in the classroomandreallyletitbestudent-driven, child-led,”shesaid.“Ouraudienceismostly five,six,maybesevenyearsold…andifthey don’tlikesomethingyou’lldefinitelyknow; you’lllosetheirattention.

“Soasteachers,we’veinstalledeverytrick in the book that we learnt in the classroom to keep these kids engaged for the entire 50 minutes.”

The show is on October 13. Visit geelongartscentre.org.au/whats-on/ all-events/pevan-and-sarah-2025 for ticketsandmoreinformation.

like a slightly heavier Franz Ferdinand, while their previous track F****n Wild is more reminiscent of Witchgrinder. Brennan said the Geelong show, supported by Deep Majestic Thunder and Dead Silver, would bring the party vibes.

“We bring more than just our instruments; I own some special effects andstageeffectsthatIliketobringalong,” he said.

“It’s all about rocking out and having a good time.”

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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Track & field

Athletics, Saturday October 11, for senior athletes aged U14 to veterans. Coaching available in most disciplines.

 Mary, athletics.chilwell@gmail.com

Kids+ Kite Festival

Kite flying, face painting, sensory space, bubble art, food trucks, sausage sizzle, entertainment, live music. Sunday October 5, 11am-2pm, Rippleside Park.

 kidsplus.org.au/kites

Ballroom dance

Leopold Hall, 805-809 Bellarine Highway, Saturday October 4, 7.30-10.30pm, $10 includes supper, music Ben. Sunday October 5, 2-4.30pm, part of seniors month, afternoon tea provided, admission free, music Charles.

 0400 500 402

Geelong Amateur Radio Club

Storrer Street Clubhouse, Geelong, Wednesdays 1.30-4pm and Fridays

6.30pm.

 Robert, 0438 409 979, or vk3atl.org

Choir

St Paul’s Choir rehearses Wednesdays from 7.45-8.45pm and 9.30am Sunday for 10.30am service. Choral scholarships available. Occasional choir for those unable to make commitment to main choir.

 Tom Healey, 0451 960 768, or healeytf@gmail.com

Bellydance classes

Beginner level, new term commencing. New students welcome. Tuesdays 1.30pm, Life Activities Club, Belmont Park Pavillion, Belmont.

 Glenys, 0400 214 897

Geelong’s Soroptimist International Service club for women and girls, every second Tuesday of the month from 6pm at Belmont RSL.

 0455 835 691, or geelong@siswp.com

Geelong Sports & Game Fishing Meets first and third Monday of the month at Belmont Park Pavilion, 7.30pm.

 John, 0409 234 307

Combined Probus Belmont Central

The Combined Probus Club of Belmont Central meets at 10.30am on the second Wednesday of each month at Waurn Ponds Hotel. Visitors welcome. Next meeting October 10, guest speaker sharing her African adventure.

 Secretary, 0417 555 547

Geelong Anglers Club

Meets fourth Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm, 9 Yuille Street, Geelong West. Monthly fishing competitions.

 Brian, 0417 190 092, or Ian, 0470 114 787

Drysdale CWA

Every second Tuesday at 1pm and crafts every fourth Tuesday at 11.30am of each month at Drysdale RSL Club.

 Jenny, 0452 258 333

Scottish dancing

GOG Scottish Country Dance classes 7.30pm Tuesdays at Leopold Hill Hall, $5. No partner needed.

 Vicki, 0412 762 983, or Barbara, 0419 511 781

Geelong Scottish Dance Highland dance classes for all ages Wednesday from 4pm and Saturday from 10am at Western Heights Uniting Church Hall, St Herne Hill.

 Christine, 0468 311 788, or facebook.com/GeelongScottishDance

Book sale

Uniting Grovedale book sale Friday October 3 & Saturday October 4, Uniting Grovedale site, 272 Torquay Road, corner Reserve and Torquay Roads, 10am-2pm. All books are $1 and children’s books 50 cents.

Bingo

Tuesdays 1-3pm, great grocery prizes plus $50 jackpot books $2.50. Belmont Seniors Centre, 52 Thomson Street, Belmont.

 Frank, 5241 1776

First steps in music

Babies, toddlers and preschoolers welcome with parent/carer. Thursdays Northern Bay College, Tallis, and Fridays at Northern Bay College, Peacock. Free if living in 3214 postcode, bookings essential.

 info@bluebirdfoundationinc.org.au

Dragons Abreast Geelong

Dragon boating for breast cancer survivors, Saturdays 12.30pm, Geelong Canoe Club, Marnock Road, Highton. Free come and try.

 Traci, 0417 301 226, or Facebook Dragons Abreast Geelong - Juggernauts

PlayLinks

Music and art playgroup where babies, toddlers and preschoolers learn together with their parent/carer. Wednesdays St Thomas Aquinas Primary School, Norlane. Free if living in 3214 postcode, bookings essential.

 info@bluebirdfoundationinc.org.au

Grovedale East Ladies Probus

Fourth Monday of each month, 9.30am, Belmont RSL.

 Sally Nelson, 0402 450 610

Waurn Ponds Combined Probus

Fourth Wednesday of the month, 10am. Maximum 100 members.

 probussouthpacific.org/microsites/waurn

Lions Club of Geelong Meets 1st & 3rd Monday of each month. Contact below for venues and times.

 geelong.vic@lions.org.au or 0408 599 962

Geelong Harmony Chorus

Women’s four-part harmony singing. All ages encouraged. Rehearsals Mondays 6.45pm at Herne Hill.

 contact@geelongharmony.com.au, or 0406 666 737

Geelong Welsh Ladies Choir

Small ladies choir who require no knowledge of the Welsh language. Meet Wednesdays 7pm at St Luke’s, Highton to help each other sing in Welsh and English.  0413 406 433, or welshladieschoir.com.au

Chess clubs

Ocean Grove, Tuesdays at 1.30pm at 101 The Terrace, Ocean Grove; Portarlington, Mondays at 9.30am, Parks

Hall, 87 Newcombe Street, Portarlington; and St Leonards, Thursdays at 9.30am, unit 2 1375-1377 Murradoc Road (on Blanche Street), St Leonards.  Ralph, 0431 458 100 (Ocean Grove), Rob, 5259 2290 (Portarlington), Lyn, 5292 2162 (St Leonards)

Geelong Scout Heritage Centre Meets third Sunday of the month, 56 Russell Street, Newtown, 10am-3pm.  0419 591 432, or geelong.heritage@scoutsvictoria.com.au

Dancer’s Club Geelong Ballroom dance weekly, Leopold Hall 7.30-10.30pm. Admission $8 includes supper. Old time, New Vogue and Latin. CDs by Puff, Damian and Anne and Kevin.  Russ, 5250 1937

Life Activities Club [Geelong Inc] Arvo tea dance every Thursday, Belmont Pavilion, 2-4pm, $5 entry.

 Val, 5251 3529

Belmont Combined Probus First Monday of the month, 9.30am, Geelong RSL Function Room, 50 Barwon Heads Road. New members and visitors welcome

 Sue, 0409 945 011, or probusclubofbelmont@outlook.com

Barwon Valley Belmont Probus First Thursday of the month, 10am, Waurn Ponds Hotel.

 Membership officer, 0407 333 263, or bobstafford@ozemail.com.au

Lectures

Join Adfas Geelong Inc. for illustrated lectures by art historian Matthew Martin, formerly curator of the National Gallery of Victoria.

Sports

Badminton: Corio Leisuretime Centre, Mondays 12.30-2.30pm. Beginners welcome.

Netball: YMCA Riversdale Road, Monday & Wednesday mornings, Thursday nights. Walking-netball also played. Umpire training available.

 Maureen, 0429 397 015

Arts National Geelong Welcomes guests and members to monthly lecture series. Details of lecture topics, lecturers and venues at:

 artsnational.au

Live music

Country Heartbeat Allstars every Friday 7-10pm, White Eagle House Polish Club,

Fellmongers Road Breakwater. Walkups welcome. Proceeds to Sunny Days Rescue & Rehab.

 Dawn, 0417 148 493

Bellarine Historical Society Inc. Open to the public. Discover the area’s past. 1st & 3rd Sundays, 10.30am-12.30pm, Courthouse Museum, 11 High Street, Drysdale.

 Ann, 0407 234 541

GROW Australia

Community organisation offering practical steps and peer support to help recover and maintain mental health through free face to face and online groups. Mondays 7pm, 195 Ormond Road, East Geelong, Fridays 12.45pm, Vines Road Community Centre, Hamlyn Heights, Zoom group 7pm Tuesdays.

 grow.org.au, or 1800 558 268

Grovedale Seniors

Indoor bowls Monday 1-3pm; gentle exercise Tuesday 9-9.45am; cards (Euchre) Tuesday 1-3pm; bingo Thursday 1-3pm. Grovedale Community Hub, 45 Heyers Road.

 Julie, 0419 549 521

Drysdale Day VIEW

Fourth Friday of each month at Portarlington Golf Club for lunch.

 Margaret, 0431 636 090

Table tennis

All seniors welcome for a social game. Vines Road Community Centre, Hamlyn Heights, Wednesdays 12.30-2.30pm.

 Allen, 0433 883 116

Leopold VIEW

Second Tuesday of each month at Leopold Sportsmans’ Club at 10.30am.

 leopold.viewclub@gmail com

Geelong Day VIEW

First Monday monthly from 11am at Shell Club, 76 Purnell Road, Corio.

 geelongdayview@gmail.com

Writers’ group

The Hub writers’ group meets at Arts Hub, Clifford Parade, Barwon Heads, first Sunday of the month, 2-4pm. New members welcome.

 dorothy.johnston@hugonet.com.au

Geelong Evening VIEW

Third Monday of the month, 6pm at Waurn Ponds Hotel.

 Von, 0414 930 259, or geelongeveningview@gmail.com

Laughter Club Geelong Saturdays, 9am, Eastern Beach in front of the swimming enclosure. 30-minutes free laughter yoga done standing or seated.

 0418 521 265

Lions Club International

Enjoy meeting great people and help out your community at the same time. Clubs all over greater Geelong - see which one is right for you.

 Les, 0428 466 446

Grovedale Marshall Probus

Second Thursday of the month,10am at The Grovedale Hub, 45 Heyers Road, Grovedale.

 Anne, 0425 356 973

Chess Group chess lessons at Geelong West. Suitable for beginners who have a reasonably firm understanding of the game rules. Kids and adults welcome.

 Isaac, isaacsmith5603@gmail.com or 0406 199 457

Out & about

Independent photographer Ivan Kemp was out and about at GMHBA Stadium on Friday for the Geelong Football Netball League grand finals.

Celebrating our seniors

By Cr Rowan Story

This month offers a wonderful invitation to connect, learn and share as the Geelong Seniors Festival unfolds across the BellarineandGreaterGeelong.

The festival celebrates the experience and creativity of older residents while encouraging healthy, active living at every age.

People aged 55 and over now make up about 30 per cent of Greater Geelong’s population.

Theirknowledgeandenergyenrichevery part of our region, from sporting clubs and volunteer groups to local businesses and thearts.

Thefestivalisachancetorecognisethese contributionsandtoprovideopportunities forsocialconnection,newskillsandplenty ofenjoyment.

The City of Greater Geelong is proud to support the festival, which reflects the goalssetoutinourCommunityHealthand Wellbeing Strategy 2025–29 and Council Plan2025–29.

Both plans call for stronger neighbourhood connections, more opportunities for physical activity and bettermentalhealthoutcomes.

Participatinginsharedactivities,suchas picking up a paintbrush, joining a walking group,orattendinganexerciseclass,helps peoplestayengagedandreducestheriskof lonelinessorillhealth.

Thisyear’sprogramstretchesrightacross theBellarineandthewiderGeelongarea.

You might like to join a Latin dance class, take a healthy retirement ride with Cycling Geelong, or try javelin, shot put or discus with the Geelong Throwers Group.

Music lovers can enjoy a Tom Jones tribute show at the Potato Shed in Drysdale, strum along at a community ukulele session, or discover their talent for artalongsidedrinksandnibblesatLeopold Community and Learning Centre.

Barwon Heads Seniors Centre will host a lively Dance, Sing and Socialise afternoon, while Portarlington residents can look forward to The Big Little Show. This intergenerational music event pairs young performers with seasoned local musicians.

Meanwhile, Bellarine Secondary College will host a ‘come and try’ session for Walking Basketball - a low-impact, social and fun way to improve levels of physical activity.

Another local highlight is the Bellarine Volunteer Wellbeing Day on Wednesday October 8.

It’s a day of nurturing activities and social connection for people aged 60-plus on the Bellarine who volunteer in their community.

Enjoy a free healthy lunch alongside activities such as meditation, yoga, qi gongandsinging,allinthebeautifulPoint Lonsdale Surf Lifesaving Club.

The City of Greater Geelong provides a wide range of services for older residents, and the Seniors Festival demonstrates our ongoing commitment to engagement,

social connection and mental wellbeing.

In 2016, we joined 44 other Victorian councils by signing a ’Statement of Support and Partner Endorsement’ to the World Health Organisation’s Age Friendly declaration.

With support from the Victorian government, more than 3000 events will be held across the state during the VictorianSeniorsFestival,including the Victorian Senior of the Year Awards on October 22.

If you are 55 or over, I encourage you to browsetheprogram and book early for the activities that interest you.

Bookings are essential.

For the full program of local events happening, visit geelongaustralia. com.au/apa

To see what’s happening across thestateduringthe Victorian Seniors Festival 2025, head to seniorsonline.vic. gov.au/festival

As authentic as it gets

Get Rhythm: The Johnny Cash & June CarterShowwillbeperformingatGeelong Arts Centre for the first time on Saturday October25.

Show leads and real-life married couple, Mark and Joanne Caligiuri, have been performing as the iconic duo all around Australiatoravereviews.

They were even recently interviewed live on the Today Show with David Campbell and Sylvia Jeffreys for their uncanny resemblance in both look and sound to JohnnyCashandJuneCarter.

Mark and Jo draw on their acting and singingbackgroundstogivetheiraudience atrulyimmersivelivetheatreexperience.

They have been described countless

times as the most authentic Cash & Carter show in Australia, thanks to their meticulous attention to detail and their care and respect for country music’s most celebratedcouple. With on-stage chemistry, a strong connection with both their band and the audience, high energy, and a positive stage presence, Mark and Jo have earned a respectedreputationinthetheatrescene. They continue to warm hearts across Australia as they perform all the classic hits and share the unforgettable stories made famous by Johnny Cash and June Carter.

Ashowfilledwithheart,connection,and love.

Victorian Seniors

A community where retirement comes alive

Nestled at the gateway to Victoria’s Surf Coast, Armstrong Green Retirement Village offers more than just a place to live -it’saplacetobelong.

With its thoughtfully designed homes, resort-style amenities, and vibrant community spirit, Armstrong Green is redefiningwhatretirementlivingcanbe.

For Cathy Farmer, a retired nurse who relocated from Bendigo, Armstrong Green was the perfect choice. With her daughters living in Torquay and her son still in Bendigo, Cathy wanted to be closer to family while enjoying a lifestyle that offered both independence and connection.

“I looked at a few places,” she said, “but ArmstrongGreenjustfeltright.”

The village’s homes are designed with comfort and practicality in mind. Cathy was particularly drawn to the spacious layoutofhervilla,whichfeaturesbedrooms and bathrooms at opposite ends - ideal for hostinghergrandchildren.

“We’vehadbarbecues,playedbowls,and the kids love staying over,” she shared. The open-plan living areas, modern kitchens, private courtyards, and secure garages make each home a haven for relaxed, low-maintenanceliving.

Beyond the front door, Armstrong Green offers a wealth of facilities that support an active and social lifestyle. Residents enjoy access to a beautifully appointed clubhouse, a heated indoor swimming pool and spa, a bowling green, and a fully equipped gym. There’s also a library, a

pamperroom,andevenahairsalononsite. For those with a green thumb, the village’s vegetable garden and orchard provide a peaceful space to connect with nature and neighbours.

Cathy quickly became involved in the gardeningclubandfoundherselfimmersed inthecommunity’smanyactivities.

“There’s always someone to chat to, and the community is so welcoming,” she said. One of her highlights was joining a group trip to Bali with fellow residentsa testament to the village’s lively social calendar and the friendships that flourish here.

Located just minutes from Geelong and Torquay, Armstrong Green offers easy access to local shops, cafes, medical centres, and public transport. Whether it’s adayatthebeach,avisittoanearbywinery, or a round of golf, the region’s attractions arerightonthedoorstep.

Armstrong Green also takes a refreshing approach to retirement living. There’s no upfrontdeposit,nosalesorlegalcosts,and residentsaresupportedbyademocratically electedCommitteeofManagement.Backed by Bolton Clarke’s trusted reputation, the village empowers residents to shape their own retirement journey with confidence andpeaceofmind.

For Cathy, Armstrong Green is more thanaretirementvillage-it’saplacewhere she feels at home. “It’s the best decision I’ve made,” she said. And for anyone considering a move, her advice is simple: comeandseeforyourself.

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Healthy Ageing with Mercy Health

Mercy Health is a trusted provider of health, aged and community services, dedicated to supporting people to age well and live healthy, fulfilling lives. In the Geelong area, Mercy Health offers a comprehensive range of services including a retirement village, home care, and a residential aged care home. With flexible, personalised options tailored to your individual needs, Mercy Health is here to support your aged care journey now and into the future.

RETIREMENT LIVING:

Discover the charm of Mercy Place Rice Village — a welcoming retirement community in peaceful Marshall, just minutes from central Geelong.

With public transport, shopping, nature reserves and the beach nearby, you’ll enjoy the freedom to relax or explore as you please. From shared lunches and games to the Friendship Club and precinct kitchen, life here is social, convenient, and fulfilling. With our co-located aged care home, couples with differing care needs can stay connected with peace of mind – now and into the future.

For more information:

Phone: 03 5247 2200

Email: RLGeneralenquiries@mercy.com.au

Website: mercyhealth.com.au/ricevillageretirement

HOME CARE:

Stay in the home you love, with the support you choose. Mercy Health Home Care Geelong offers flexible, personalised services to help you live independently and confidently. From daily household tasks to health and wellbeing, our compassionate team delivers high-quality care tailored to your lifestyle and changing needs. Whether you need a little help or ongoing support, we’re here to empower you every day.

Find out how we can make daily life easier for you: Phone: 1300 478 776

Email: MPenquiries@mercy.com.au

Website: https://home-care.mercyhealth.com.au

AGED CARE:

Mercy Place Rice Village Residential Aged Care Home offers more than support — it’s a place to call home.

At Mercy Place Rice Village Residential Aged Care, caring for you is our highest priority. Our qualified and compassionate team is here to support you to live well, with tailored care that respects your choices and evolves with your needs.

With 92 single rooms with private ensuites, we offer a variety of accommodation options to suit your budget and preferences, all designed to feel warm, welcoming, and familiar.

Life at Mercy Place Rice Village is vibrant and engaging. Our evolving lifestyle program offers a wide range of social and recreational activities to keep you inspired, active, and connected.

Book a tour now:

Phone: 1300 164 833

Email: MPenquiries@mercy.com.au

Website: mercyhealth.com.au/geelong

A community of care for everyone

As the population of Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula continues to grow, the importance of healthy ageing has never been more vital. Healthy ageing is not just about living longer, it’s about living better, with dignity, purpose and connection. At the heart of this vision is Mercy Place Rice Village, a pillar of compassionate care and communityspiritinMarshall.

Mercy Health, a not-for-profit Catholic aged care provider, is committed to supporting older Australians through every stage of life. Guided by a mission of mercy,theteamatMercyPlaceRiceVillage believes that every individual deserves to feel safe, valued and respected – regardless ofbackgroundorbeliefs.

What sets Mercy Place Rice Village apart is its holistic approach to care. The precinct includes both an aged care home and retirement living units, offering flexible options for those seeking independence with the reassurance of support. For those not yet ready to transition into aged care, the retirement units provide a secure, close-knit community where residents enjoy shared lunches, games, and the Friendship Club, all just minutes from centralGeelongandthecoast.

Residents benefit from access to an on-site hairdresser, library, gazebo and barbecue area, and a hydrotherapy pool currently being refurbished. Groceries can be delivered by the local IGA, adding conveniencetocomfort.

The aged care home features 92 single rooms, each with a private ensuite. Its design encourages social interaction and relaxation,withwelcominglounges,activity

and dining rooms, and a beautiful chapel with timber ceilings and stained-glass windows. These spaces foster connection, spiritualityandasenseofbelonging.

A vibrant calendar of activities, from social clubs to creative workshops, keeps residents engaged and connected. The dedicated Memory Support Unit provides specialised care for those living with dementia, ensuring tailored support that respectsindividualneedsandpreferences. Care is delivered around the clock by qualified, compassionate staff who take the time to know each resident personally. This person-centred approach ensures care plans are flexible and empowering,

allowingresidentstomakechoicesthatsuit their lifestyle – whether it’s sharing a meal with friends, attending a chapel service or relaxingintheclubroom.

Mercy Health also offers comprehensive home care services across the region, extending from Geelong to Ballarat, the Surf Coast and Colac. As a trusted providerunderseveralgovernment-funded programs – including Home Care Packages (HCP), the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP), Veterans’ Home Care, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs Community Nursing Program, and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) - Mercy Health supports older

Australians and people with disabilities to live independently in their own homes. Services are tailored to individual needs and include domestic assistance, meal preparation, help with shopping and paying bills, transport to social outings and medical appointments, personal care, nursing, dementia support, overnight care and 24-hour care. Delivered by local staff with strong knowledge of the area, this personalised approach ensures clients receive compassionate, reliable support that enhances their wellbeing and quality oflife.

Mercy Place Rice Village is a welcoming community where healthy ageing is celebrated. By fostering an environment of compassion, respect and openness, Mercy Health ensures that every resident within the community can age with dignity and joy.

For more information or to arrange a visit, contact 1300 164 833 or visit mercyhealth.com.au/geelong To learn more about our personalised home care services, contact 1300 478 776.

Importance of nutrition

As we age, maintaining good nutrition becomes even more crucial for our health andwellbeing.

While our energy requirements may decrease due to reduced activity, our need for essential nutrients often remains the sameorevenincreases.

To support healthy ageing, it’s important to make every meal as nutrient dense as possible. Following dietary guidelines and includingavarietyoffoodsfromallfivefood groupshelpsensurewegetthevitaminsand minerals we need. Limiting foods high in saturated fat, sugar, salt, and alcohol, while increasing fibre and water intake, can help prevent common issues like constipation andsupportoverallhealth.

Specific conditions such as osteoporosis and arthritis benefit from a balanced diet rich in calcium, vitamin D, and omega-3 fatty acids. For those with dental issues,

softer foods like cooked vegetables and mincedmeats.

Shoppingandcookingcanbedifficultfor some older adults, particularly those living alone or with mobility challenges. Stock up on long-lasting pantry staples, such as canned fish, beans, pasta, and cereals, can make it easier to prepare nutritious meals withoutwaste.

Homestyle Aged Care has provided quality aged care in a safe and supportive environment that feels like home for residents for almost 40 years. If you or your loved one are looking for care in Ocean Grove, Leopold or Grovedale, our admissions team can discuss your individualsituationandadviseonthemany optionsavailable.

Call us on 1300 104 663 or visit homestyleagedcare.com.au

The Guide

THE DOG HOUSE 10, Friday, 7.30pm

It’s often said, but you might want to have a tissue box handy when this UK edition of the human-dog matchmaking series returns with its signature mix of joy, comedic moments and emotional connections. If you don’t believe in love at first sight, you just might after Friday’s premiere. At just five years old, Violet, who lives with her grandparents, has experienced a lot in her short life, and developed an obsession with her imaginary dog, Tyson, as a coping mechanism. She visits Woodgreen Pets Charity with her nan Kim (and Tyson, of course) to find out whether poodle-cross Lola (pictured with Violet) can live up to her expectations. As always, there won’t be a dry eye in the (dog) house.

THE FOLLOWING EVENTS ARE BASED ON A PACK OF LIES

ABC TV, Sunday, 9.05pm

Fifteen years after her husband, Rob ’s Alistair Petrie, pictured), vanished without a trace – along with her life savings and her parents’ retirement fund – Alice (Rebekah Staton) walks past the scoundrel on the street. Alice soon discovers she’s not the only one Rob has fleeced… in fact, the conman has been operating all over the UK. While her charming cad of an ex-husband sets about wooing his latest victim, widowed author Cheryl (Marianne Jean-Baptiste), Alice uses the tricks she learnt from him to infiltrate their lives and expose his scam. Marrying whimsy with dark humour, this unpredictable revenge drama will have you falling for both sides of the story.

Friday, October 3

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

THE AMAZING RACE AUSTRALIA: CELEBRITY EDITION 10, Monday, 7.30pm

Energetic host Beau Ryan always appears larger than life, but in Monday’s episode of the Race, the former NRL player takes it to another level, literally – appearing on a digital billboard above the vibrant streets of Taipei to direct the five remaining teams (including BigBrotherhost Gretel Killeen and her daughter Epiphany, both pictured) to their next challenge. From embracing local cuisine at the bustling markets to testing their gaming skills at an arcade and tracking down “techno dancing gods”, the teams’ Taiwanese adventure is a smorgasbord of traditional and nextgeneration cultural experiences in the crowded city.

PICK OF THE WEEK

SEVEN (6, 7)

NINE (8, 9) 6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PGl, R) 10.30 The Pacific. 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00

ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Mystery Road: Origin. (Mal, R) 1.55 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 2.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.10 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

7.35 Gardening Australia. Costa lends Millie a hand to build a mini deck.

8.35 Professor T. (Mav) A prominent barrister and his second wife are found shot dead in their home.

9.20 Hard Quiz. (PGs, R) Presented by Tom Gleeson.

9.55 Mother And Son. (PGdl, R)

10.20 ABC Late News.

10.40 The Assembly. (PG, R) 11.25 Silent Witness. (Malv, R) 12.25 Rage New Music. (MA15+adhlnsv)

5.00 Rage. (PG)

6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Eye In The Sky: Africa. (PGaw) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24.

1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire. (PGv, R) 3.00 Nula. 3.30 Living Black: 50 Years Of SBS Indigenous. 3.35 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Amazing Railway Adventures With Nick Knowles. (PGa, R) 8.25 Lost Temples Of Cambodia. (PG, R) Pauline Carroll travels to Cambodia.

9.20 Lost Treasures Of Egypt: The Pharaohs’ Megacity. (PG) 10.15 SBS World News Late. 10.45 Catch Me A Killer. (Malsv) 11.45 Rogue Heroes. (Malv, R) 2.00 Qatar: A Dynasty With Global Ambitions. (PGav, R) 3.00 Curious Traveller. (R) 4.00 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 10.10 Daniel Tiger’s. 11.00 Sesame Street. 11.25 Wiggle. 11.55 Thomas And Friends. 2.15pm Thomas. 2.50 Gardening Australia Junior. 3.05 Play School. 3.40 Fizzy And Suds. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Gardening Australia Junior. 7.30 Good Game Spawn Point. (Final) 8.05 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 8.35 MythBusters “There’s Your Problem!”. 9.00 Robot Wars. 10.00 Late Programs.

MOVIE: The Goonies. (1985, PG) 2.30 Everyone Else Burns. 3.00 Over The Black Dot. 3.35 WorldWatch. 5.35 If You Are The One. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Body Parts. 10.05 The Big Sex Talk. 10.35 Homeland. 12.35am Letterkenny. 2.05 Planet Sex With Cara Delevingne. 3.00 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PG) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies: Celebrity Specials. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Dr Harry Cooper helps a corgi. 8.30 MOVIE: Ticket To Paradise. (2022, Ml) A divorced couple team up and travel to Bali to stop their daughter from getting married. George Clooney, Julia Roberts, Kaitlyn Dever. 10.45 Motorway Patrol. (PGl, R) A breakdown leads to some dodgy towing plans. 11.15 GetOn Extra. 11.45 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. (PG, R) 12.45 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R) 2.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 5.00 NBC Today.

7TWO (62, 72)

Morning Programs. Noon Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. 1.00 DVine Living. 1.30 Weekender. 2.00 House Of Wellness. 3.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Renters. (Return) 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Bargain Hunt. 12.30am Escape To The Country. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Harry’s Practice. 2.30 Animal Rescue. 3.00 Better Homes. 5.30 Late Programs.

Since the advents of rolling news coverage and social media, smartphone footage and eyewitness accounts have made it easier than ever to experience major events as they occur and probably think that we understand what has unfolded. But the news cycle – and the nation’s attention – moves on swiftly. This moving series slows down the headlines to revisit key moments in history, as told by those who actually lived them. Tuesday’s return is a heartwrenching retelling of the February, 7, 2009, Black Saturday bushfires, with survivors, first responders and community members generously sharing their personal stories from a day that then Victorian Premier John Brumby described as “the

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: Just For The Summer. (2020, PGa, R) Brant Daugherty, Linda Darlow. 2.00 Our State On A Plate. (R) 2.30 Canoeing. ICF Slalom World C’ships. Group 2 finals. From Penrith Whitewater Stadium, NSW. 4.00 9News Afternoon.

TEN (5, 10)

4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG, R) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 8.00 The Brighter Side. (R) 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 9.00 Lingo. (R) 10.00 Ent. Tonight. (R)

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Find My Country House Australia. Hosted by Catriona Rowntree.

8.30 MOVIE: Expend4bles. (2023, MA15+alsv) A ragtag team of mercenaries must track down an international terrorist who is determined to start World War III. Jason Statham, Sylvester Stallone.

10.30 MOVIE: The Foreigner. (2017, MA15+alv, R) 12.40 Tipping Point. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) 4.30 Home Shopping. 5.30 Postcards. (PG, R)

9GEM (81, 92)

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. 11.05 The West Wing. 12.05pm MOVIE: How To Find Forever. (2022, PG) 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30

(34)

(R)

(Return, PGa)

The Brighter Side. The team provides smart scam tips.

Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns, R) Hosted by Tom Gleisner.

10 COMEDY (52, 11)

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Toi Time. 6.40 Barrumbi Kids. 7.10 Aussie Bush Tales. 7.25 Bushwhacked! 7.50 Motown Magic. 8.40 The Magic Canoe. 9.10 Spartakus. 10.00 Great Blue Wild. 11.00 Going Places. Noon MOVIE: Unforgiven. (1992) 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 Nula. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Great Blue Wild. 7.30 Dreaming Big. 8.00 MOVIE: Tim Burton’s Corpse Bride. (2005, PG) 9.35 MOVIE: The Golden Child. (1986, M) 11.15

11.45 Message From Mungo. 1am The Barber. 2.00 On The Road. 5.00 Bamay.

6am Thirteen Days. (2000, PGal) 8.00

The Grass Harp. (1995, PGal) 10.00 Blow Dry. (2001, Mals) 11.40 Amadeus. (1984, Mans) 2.35pm The Band’s Visit. (2007, PGls, Arabic, English, Hebrew) 4.15 The Extraordinary Journey Of The Fakir. (2018, PGalsv) 6.00 The Importance Of Being Earnest. (2002) 7.40 After Hours. (1985, Mns) 9.30 Goodbye Lenin! (2003, Mlv, German) 11.45 The Assistant. (2019, Mal) 1.20am The Lives Of Others. (2006, MA15+s, German) 3.50 A Most Wanted Man. (2014, Malsv)

7MATE (64, 73)

6am Morning Programs. 9.00 NFL Tailgate. 10.00 NFL. Week 5. Los Angeles Rams v San Francisco 49ers. 1.30pm Nature Gone Wild. 2.00 Carnage. 3.00 Timbersports. 3.30

Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00

Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Melbourne v Essendon. 9.15 MOVIE: True Lies. (1994, M) 12.15am American Pickers. 1.30 American Resto. 2.00 Storage Wars. 2.30 Sound FX: Best Of. 3.00 NFL. Week 4. Replay.

9GO! (82, 93)

(2009,

(2019, MA15+) 12.10am Ghost Hunters. 1.10

Liars. 2.05 Supernatural. 4.00

4.30

Dreamzzz.

Zombies. 5.10 Booba. 5.30 Late

(53, 12)

Saturday, October 4

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

SEVEN (6, 7)

NINE (8, 9) 6.00 Rage Charts. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.25 Beyond Paradise. (PG, R) 1.25 Professor T. (Mav, R) 2.10 I, Jack Wright. (Mal, R) 3.00 The Larkins. (PG, R) 3.50 Julia Zemiro’s Home Delivery. (PG, R) 4.15 The Assembly. (PG, R) 5.00 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (PGl, R) 5.30 Landline. (R)

6.00 Australian Story: Striking A Chord – Astrid Jorgensen. (R) Looks at Astrid Jorgensen.

6.30 Back Roads: Lucindale, South Australia. (PG, R) Kristy O’Brien visits Lucindale.

7.00 ABC News. A look at the top stories of the day.

7.30 Beyond Paradise. (Return, Ma) Humphrey takes part in a play.

8.30 Return To Paradise. (Mv, R) An Australian expat police detective returns to her hometown where she helps solve murders.

9.30 Mystery Road: Origin. (Mal, R) Jay is frustrated at Simmo’s stance that Sister Kerry’s death was an accident. Jay’s brother Sputty is implicated in a murder. 10.30 I, Jack Wright. (Final, Mal, R) 11.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6am Morning Programs. 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 The Grand Finale: 2006 FIFA Film. 3.45 Motor Racing. World Rally-Raid Championships. Round 4. BP Ultimate Rally-Raid Portugal. Highlights. 4.15 Gymnastics. FIG Artistic World Challenge Cup. Highlights. 5.35 Trains At War. (PGa, R)

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Orient Express: A Golden Era Of Travel. (PGav) The Orient Express continues its journey. 8.25 75 Years At Longleat. Celebrations for the 75th anniversary step up a gear.

9.20 Royal Crisis: Countdown To Abdication: The Secret Scandal. (PGa, R) Documents a scandal involving the British royals.

10.20 Great Australian Walks: Wilpena Pound. (PG, R)

11.15 Homicide: Life On The Street. (Mav, R)

12.55 Murder On The Dancefloor. 1.00 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. (PGl, R) 4.00 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (PG, R) 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31) 6.00am Children’s Programs. 6.40pm Bluey’s Big Play. 7.30 Hard Quiz Kids. (Return) 8.00 Kids BBQ Championship. 8.40 Chopped Jnr. 9.20 Fresh Off The Boat. 10.05 Abbott Elementary. 10.25 Speechless. 10.45 Pokémon: Diamond And Pearl. 11.05 Dragon Ball Super. 11.30 Officially Amazing. Midnight Late Programs. 5.40 Teletubbies.

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6am Morning Programs. 11.55 MOVIE: Super Mario Bros. (1993, PG) 1.45pm Great Blue Wild. 2.35 Nula. 3.05 Harold. 4.10 The Lake Winnipeg Project. 4.30 Homesteads. 5.00 Larapinta. 6.00 Amplify. 6.40 The Other Side. 7.30 Alone Australia. 8.30 MOVIE: 2001: A Space Odyssey. (1968) 11.05 Electric Lady Studios: A Hendrix Vision. 12.35am Late Programs.

6am Morning

Programs. Noon Land Of The Giants: Titans Of Tech. 1.40 Trip Hazard: My Great British Adventure. 2.35 A Fork In The Road. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.40 Mastermind Aust. 6.40 Mysteries From Above. 7.35 Impossible Engineering. 8.30 Fatal Flight: Shoreham. 9.30 Alien: Terror In Space. 10.30 Snowpiercer. 12.30am Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 12.10pm Goodbye Lenin! (2003, Mlv, German) 2.25 The Grass Harp. (1995, PGal) 4.25 The Straight Story. (1999, PGa) 6.30 The Three Musketeers. (1973, PGsv) 8.30 Free State Of Jones. (2016, MA15+av) 11.05 Adoration. (2013, MA15+ls) 1.10am The Girlfriend Experience. (2009, Mlns) 3.30 C’mon C’mon. (2021, Mal)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Epsom Day and Turnbull Stakes Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Healthy, Wealthy & Wise. (PG) Presented by Chrissie Swan.

8.00 MOVIE: Die Hard 2. (1990, Mlv, R) On Christmas Eve, while waiting for his wife’s plane to arrive at a Washington, DC, airport, a police officer becomes involved in a hostage situation involving terrorists who want to free a foreign dictator. Bruce Willis, Bonnie Bedelia, William Atherton.

10.30 MOVIE: The Jackal. (1997, MA15+lv, R) The FBI and the KGB hire a jailed Irish sniper to stop a chameleon-like terrorist. Bruce Willis, Richard Gere.

1.00 Riviera. (MA15+adlsv, R) Georgina crosses a line.

3.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 It’s Academic. (R)

5.00 House Of Wellness. (PG, R)

7TWO (62, 72)

6am Morning

Programs. 1pm Animal Rescue. 1.30 Room For Improvement. 2.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.30 Better Homes. 4.00 The Yorkshire Vet. 5.00 Horse Racing. Epsom Day and Turnbull Stakes Day. 6.00 Dog Patrol. 6.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.

7MATE (64, 73)

6am Morning Programs. 1pm Blokesworld. 1.30 Dipper’s Destinations. 2.00 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 3.00 Motor Racing. NDRC Top Doorslammer. 4.00 Deep Water Salvage. 5.00 Counting Cars. 6.00 Pawn Stars. 7.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Pt Adel v Western Bulldogs. 9.15 MOVIE: Spider-Man 2. (2004, M) 11.55 Late Programs.

We Local News

Sunday, October 5

ABC TV (2)

TEN (5, 10)

6.00 Getaway. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Explore. (R) 12.15 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.30 The Garden Gurus. 2.00 Canoeing. ICF Slalom World C’ships. 4.00 Journey To Europe. 5.00 9News First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. (PG) 6am Morning Programs. 12.30

6.00 9News Saturday. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby Union. The Rugby Championship. Australia v New Zealand.

9.40 Test Rugby: Australia v New Zealand Post-Match. Post-match wrap-up, along with an expert panel’s analysis and player interviews.

10.30 MOVIE: Sharko: The Mark Graham Story. (2024, Mav)

The life of league legend Mark “Sharko” Graham. Mark Graham.

12.00 Next Stop. (R)

12.30 The Garden Gurus. (R)

1.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 Global Shop. (R)

5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

5.30 Helping Hands. (PG, R)

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs.

9.30 TV Shop. 10.00 Helping Hands. 10.30

MOVIE: Whisky Galore! (1949) 12.15pm

MOVIE: Golden Ivory. (1954, PG) 2.05

MOVIE: West Of Zanzibar. (1954) 4.05

MOVIE: The Big Country. (1958, PG) 7.30

TBA. 11.00 See No Evil. Midnight MOVIE: Circus Of Horrors. (1960, M) 3.00 MOVIE: West Of Zanzibar. (1954) 5.00 Avengers.

9GO! (82, 93)

6am Morning Programs. 12.15pm Soccer. English Premier League. Matchweek 6. Nottingham Forest v Sunderland. Replay. 2.15 Australian Roulette. 3.05 Ski Rescue Down Under. 4.05 Hot Wheels: Ultimate Challenge. 5.05

MOVIE: Wonder. (2017, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: She’s The Man. (2006, PG) 9.35 MOVIE: Stick It. (2006, PG) 11.40 Late Programs.

6.30 Bondi Rescue. (PGal, R) After a drunk reveller falls 20 metres off a cliff, lifeguards cannot believe the state he is in. 7.00 Soccer. Australia Cup. Final. Heidelberg United FC v Newcastle Jets. From Lakeside Stadium, Melbourne. 10.30 Gogglebox Australia. (R) TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 11.30 The Gilded Age. (Man, R) Marian learns more about Mrs Chamberlain. George makes a deal to help Bertha. 12.30 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv, R) A security corporation warehouse is robbed. 3.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. Religious program.

SBS (3)

SEVEN (6, 7)

(8, 9) 6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Wknd Brekky. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (PG, R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 David Attenborough’s Kingdom Of Plants. (R) 3.20 Grand Designs NZ. (R) 4.10 Bill Bailey’s Wild West Australia. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. 6am Morning Programs. 12.00 APAC Weekly. 12.30 PBS Washington Week. 12.55 The Point: Road To Referendum History Bites. (R) 1.00 Motor Racing. Australian Superbike Championship. Round 7. 4.00 Sailing. SailGP. Round 10. Highlights. 5.00 Grand Tours Of Scotland’s Rivers. (R) 5.35 Trains At War. (PGa, R)

6.00 Pilgrimage: The Road Through The Alps. (PG)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 The Assembly: Ray Martin. (PG) The students interview Ray Martin.

8.15 Mystery Road: Origin. (Mal) Mary’s niece goes missing. 9.05 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (Premiere, M) A woman invests in her husband’s property scam.

10.05 Mother And Son. (PGdl, R)

10.35 MOVIE: Love And Other Catastrophes. (1996, Md, R) 11.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R)

12.25 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv) 3.00 Ask The Doctor. (PG, R) 3.30 The Art Of... (PG, R) 4.00 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

ABC FAMILY (22)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Nefertiti: To Whom Belongs This Beauty? (R) A look at the bust of Queen Nefertiti.

8.30 Destination Ancient Rome. (PGa, R) An exploration of ancient Rome, the largest city in the world during antiquity with one million inhabitants.

10.15 Kiss The Future. (Malv, R) The story of the Siege of Sarajevo.

12.05 Humanity In Danger. (Premiere)

2.00 Auschwitz: The Hidden Traces. (Mavw, R) 3.00 Curious Traveller. (R) 4.00 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 APAC Weekly.

(5, 10)

6.00 NBC Today. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Bathurst Preview Show. 1.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 8. Richmond v Adelaide. 3.00 Football. AFL Women’s. Round 8. Geelong v Carlton. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: International. (PG, R) 6.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 6.30 A Current Affair. (R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Wide World Of Sports. (PG) 11.00 NRL Sunday Footy Show. (Final, PG) 1.00 Grand Final Day. 1.20 Rugby League. State Cup C’ship. Grand Final. 3.10 Grand Final Day. 4.00 Rugby League. NRL Women’s Premiership. Grand Final. 5.30 Grand Final Day. 6am Morning Programs. 9.30 The Chef’s Garden. (Return) 10.00 Frugal Foodie. (R) 10.30 The Brighter Side. (R) 11.00 GCBC. (R) 11.10 Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGal, R) 12.20 My Market Kitchen. (R) 12.50 Location, Location, Location Australia. (R) 2.00 TBA. 4.30 Bondi Rescue. (PGaln, R) 5.00 News.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 The 1% Club. (PGl, R) Hosted by Jim Jefferies.

8.00 Andrew And Fergie: Duke And Duchess Of Excess. (Premiere) Examines the duke and duchess’s journey.

9.30 MOVIE: The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend A Broken Heart. (2020, Ml, R) An exploration of the history of the Bee Gees, featuring interviews with oldest brother Barry Gibb. Barry Gibb, Maurice Gibb. 12.00 Miniseries: The Victim. (Mav, R)

1.15 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

3.30 Million Dollar Minute. (R) 4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 9News Sunday.

6.30 Grand Final Night. Pre-match entertainment.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Grand Final.

9.30 NRL Grand Final Post-Match. The commentary team provides views, opinions, analysis and post-match interviews from the NRL Grand Final.

10.45 Mobsters: Paul Castellano. (Madv) Takes a look at Paul Castellano.

11.45 Australia’s Top Ten Of Everything. (Mls, R)

12.40 The Gulf. (Madlsv, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 The Garden Gurus. (R)

5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGl) Hosted by Beau Ryan. 8.30 Watson. (Mv) Watson confronts a traumatic event from his army days when his veteran friend’s wife reaches out for help after her husband appears to suffer a psychotic break. 9.30 FBI. (Mv, R) The team fears a city-wide gang war is imminent after a series of bombings targets Queens. 11.30 10 News+. (R) Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6am Morning Programs. 1pm Cosplay Culture. 2.40 Jeopardy! 4.45 WorldWatch. 5.15 PBS Washington Week. 5.45 History’s Greatest Heists With Pierce Brosnan. 6.40 Abandoned Engineering. 8.30 Sue Perkins’ Big American Road Trip. 9.25 Uncanny. 10.35 Hudson & Rex. 11.25 Forbidden History. 12.20am Late Programs.

7TWO (62, 72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6.00am Children’s Programs. 6.25 Wiggle. 6.45 Paddington. 7.15 Bluey’s Big Play. 7.35pm MOVIE: My Freaky Family. (2024, PG) 9.05 MOVIE: Hotel Transylvania: Transformania. (2022, PG) 10.25 Horrible Histories. 10.55 Abbott Elementary. 11.15 Merlin. Midnight Operation Ouch! 12.55 Malory Towers. 1.20 Late Programs. 5.40 Teletubbies.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Escape To The Country. 2.00 South Aussie With Cosi. 2.30 Escape To The Country. 3.30 Animal Rescue. 4.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 4.30 Escape To The Country. 7.30 Mr Bates Vs The Post Office. 8.30 Vera. 10.30 Flesh And Blood. 11.30 Heathrow. 12.30am The Great Australian Doorstep. 1.00 Late Programs.

9GEM (81, 92)

6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Dad’s Army. 11.45 MOVIE: Silent Dust. (1949, PG) 1.30pm MOVIE: They Who Dare. (1954) 3.45 MOVIE: Red River. (1948) 6.30 M*A*S*H. 8.30 MOVIE: Volcano. (1997, M) 10.35 Major Crimes. 11.35 Poirot. 12.45am MOVIE: They Who Dare. (1954) 3.00 MOVIE: Silent Dust. (1949, PG) 4.45 Avengers. 5.50 Late Programs.

(82, 93) 6am Morning Programs. 12.15pm

6am Morning Programs. Noon Soccer. English Premier League. Newcastle v Arsenal. Replay. 2.00 Ready Vet Go: The Vet Paramedics. 3.00 Big Rigs Of Oz. 3.30 Made In Korea: The K-Pop Experience. 4.30 Dinner With The Parents. 5.00 TBA. 7.00 MOVIE: Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey. (1991, PG) 9.00 TBA. 11.45 Gotham. 12.40am Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. 1pm Fishing Addiction. 2.00 Red’s Fishing Adventures. 2.30 Al McGlashan’s Fish’n With Mates. 3.00 Duck Dynasty. 4.00 Full Custom Garage. 5.00 Counting

Monday, October 6

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6.00 News Breakfast. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Teenage Boss: Next Level. (R) 10.30 Endeavour. (Mav, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00

Landline. (R) 2.00 Restoration Australia. (R) 2.55 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.10 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Australian Story. Australians tell personal stories.

8.30 Four Corners. Investigative journalism program.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG) Presented by Linton Besser. 9.35 Planet America. A look at American politics.

10.05 I Was Actually There: Port Arthur Massacre. (Ml, R)

10.40 ABC Late News.

10.55 The Business. (R) 11.10 A Life In Ten Pictures. (Final, PG, R) 12.05 Grand Designs. (R) 12.50 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.25 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Morning Programs. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News Weekend. 1.30 Al Jazeera News Hour. 2.00 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire. (Mav, R) 3.00 Unlocking The Secrets Of Stonehenge. (PGah, R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) Presented by Marc Fennell.

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Robson Green’s Weekend Escapes: Helen Skelton. (PG) Robson Green meets up with Helen Skelton.

8.40 Railway Revolution: How Trains Shaped Our World. (Premiere) Looks at the history of the railway, from its revolutionary beginnings in 1830 to its role in war, empire and atrocity.

10.20 SBS World News Late.

10.50 Mayflies. (Mal, R) A writer receives devastating news. 11.55 The Allegation. (Mav, R)

2.30 Curious Traveller. (R)

3.35 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6am Morning

SEVEN (6, 7)

6.00 Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PG) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Cash and Eden enjoy a luxury honeymoon.

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel.

9.00 The Rookie. (Madv) The team mobilises to locate a suspect after a deadly series of events affects one of their own.

10.00 Alert: Missing Persons Unit. (Mav) Nikki goes missing.

11.00 S.W.A.T. (Mav) The team launches a citywide manhunt.

12.00 The Great Diamond Heist. (PGa, R) 1.00 Travel Oz. (PG, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (62, 72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 11.55 Thomas And Friends. 2.15pm Thomas. 2.50 Gardening Australia Junior. 3.05 Play School. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Gladiators. 9.35 The Crystal Maze. 10.20 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

Programs. 2.30pm WorldWatch. 3.00 Wine Lovers’ Guide. 3.30 History’s Crazy Rich Ancients. 3.55 WorldWatch. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Joe Lycett’s United States Of Birmingham. 9.25 Buzzcocks. 10.10 The People Vs Robodebt. 11.10 Late Bloomer. (Premiere) 11.45 Late Programs.

6am Morning

Programs. 1pm Room For Improvement. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 Great Rail Restorations. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 Endeavour. 10.30 Air Crash Inv: Accident Files. 11.30 Late Programs.

NINE (8, 9)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 MOVIE: The Perfect Wedding Match. (2020, G) Jenna Michno, Tyler Courtad. 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.30 WIN News.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) The judges award a perfect score to one team.

9.10 Murder Down Under: The Toolbox Murders Pt 1. (MA15+adv) Looks at the double murder of 28-year-old Corey Breton and 31-year-old Iuliana Triscaru.

10.10 9News Late.

10.40 The Equalizer. (Return, MA15+v) McCall races to rescue two siblings.

11.40 To Be Advised.

12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today.

9GEM (81, 92)

TEN (5, 10)

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 The Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGal) Hosted by Beau Ryan. 8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Final, Malns) Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week.

10.10 Talkin’ ‘Bout Your Gen. (PGls, R) Hosted by Anne Edmonds. 11.10 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and weather. 11.35 10 News+. (R) 12.35 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Rugby League. Koori Knockout. 5.30 Sammy Butcher: Out Of The Shadows. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Colombia’s Wild Coast. 7.30 Who Do You Think You Are? 8.30 Karla Grant Presents. 9.00 MOVIE: Radiance. (1998, M) 10.30 Treaty Road. 11.30 MOVIE: Salute. (2008, PG) 1am The Barber. 2.00 Late Programs.

7MATE (64, 73)

6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Motor Racing. NDRC Top Doorslammer. Replay. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Outback Crystal Hunters. 8.30 Aussie Gold Hunters. 9.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 10.30 Mighty Ships. 11.30 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. Noon Poirot. 1.00 M*A*S*H. 2.00 Keeping Up Appearances. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: Saraband For Dead Lovers. (1948) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.40 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 10.40 Whitstable Pearl. 11.40 French And Saunders. 12.20am Late Programs.

9GO! (82, 93)

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. Noon TBA. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 TBA. 10.30 Seinfeld. 11.30 Veronica Mars. 12.30am Pretty Little Liars. 1.30 Supernatural. 3.30 Tom And Jerry. 4.00 Barbie It Takes Two. 4.30 Lego Dreamzzz. 4.50 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 1pm The Straight Story. (1999, PGa) 3.05 The Three Musketeers. (1973, PGsv) 5.05 The Legend Of The Christmas Witch. (2018, PGalv, Italian) 6.55 Where The Money Is. (2000, PGasv) 8.30 Bad Company. (1972) 10.15 November. (2022, Malv, French) 12.15am Sing Street. (2016, Mal) 2.15 Late Programs.

Tuesday, October 7

ABC TV (2)

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Aust Story. (R) 10.30 Planet America. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 The Following Events Are Based On A Pack Of Lies. (M, R) 2.00 Parliament. 2.55 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 I Was Actually There: Black Saturday Bushfires. (Return, M) 8.30 Take 5 With Zan Rowe: Jarvis Cocker. Jarvis Cocker shares five songs.

9.00 MOVIE: Slim & I. (2020, PG, R) Tells the story of Joy McKean.

10.40 Media Watch. (PG, R) 11.00 ABC Late News. 11.15 The Business. (R) 11.30 Four Corners. (R) 12.15 Labor In Power. (PG, R) 1.15 Grand Designs. (R) 2.05 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 2.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.30 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia Christmas Special. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

SBS (3)

6am Morning Programs. 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Ancient Egypt: Chronicles Of An Empire. (PGa, R) 3.00 The Hunt For Cleopatra’s Missing Tomb. (PGa, R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 Who Do You Think You Are? (PGav, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG, R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Great British Railway Journeys: St Bees To Grange-Over-Sands. (PGv) 8.30 Insight. Looks at First Nations peoples’ lives.

9.30 Dateline: Inside Israel – A Nation At War. Looks at what people think about the conflict in Gaza.

10.00 SBS World News Late.

10.30 The Point. (R) 11.30 Spies Of Terror. (Malv) 1.25 Charles I: Downfall Of A King. (R) 2.30 Curious Traveller. (R) 3.35 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.35 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SEVEN (6, 7)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PG) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Cash and Eden return to the Bay.

7.30 My Kitchen Rules. (PGl) Hosted by Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel. 9.10 Murder In A Small Town. (M) The team investigates when a body is found at a local wedding between members of two feuding families.

10.10 The Agenda Setters. (R) An expert panel tackles the biggest AFL topics.

11.10 Grosse Pointe Garden Society. (Masv) Brett’s new bond stirs buzz.

12.10 Pretty Hard Cases. (Madv)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today.

5.00 Sunrise Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (62, 72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.15pm Thomas. 2.50 Gardening Australia Junior. 3.05 Play School. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Deadly 60. 9.05 Expedition With Steve Backshall. 9.55 Merlin. 10.40 Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.30 Getaway. (PG, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.00[MELB] TippingPoint Australia.(PG) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Lingo. (R) 10.00 Ent. Tonight. (R) 10.20 Amazing Race Australia: Celebrity Edition. (PGal, R) 11.30 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 12.00 Everyday Gourmet. 12.30 Family Feud. (PG, R) 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. (R)

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) The teams face a gruelling week bringing their backyard designs to life.

8.40 To Be Advised. 10.10 9News Late. 10.40 To Be Advised.

12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R) Hosted by Ben Shephard.

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Skippy The Bush Kangaroo. (R) Mark gets in trouble with the law.

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) Religious program.

A Current Affair. (R)

Today Early News.

Today.

9GEM (81, 92)

10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 Talkin’ ‘Bout Your Gen. (Mls) Hosted by Anne Edmonds. 8.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 9.30 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv) An international beauty queen is killed on live television. Hana

The Day. 12.30 The Rap Game UK. 1.25 Homicide. 2.20 Bamay. 2.50 The Mega-Brands That Built The World. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.45 The Food That Built The World. 6.35 Jeopardy! 7.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 Alone. 9.40 Hoarders. 11.20 Calipari: Razor’s Edge. 12.10am The Nine Lives Of. 1.50 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. Noon My Kitchen Rules. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Creek To Coast. 2.30 Great Rail Restorations. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Call The Midwife. 8.45 Foyle’s War. 10.45 The Yorkshire Vet. 11.45 Late Programs. 6am Morning Programs. Noon Poirot. 1.00 M*A*S*H. 2.00 Shakespeare And Hathaway. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.30 MOVIE: The Passionate Stranger. (1957, PG) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 Agatha Raisin. 10.40 Major Crimes. 11.40 French And Saunders. 12.20am Late Programs.

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. Noon TBA. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 TBA. 11.00 Seinfeld. Midnight Veronica Mars. 1.00 Pretty Little Liars. 2.00 Supernatural. 4.00 Barbie It Takes

Wednesday, October 8

ABC TV (2) SBS (3)

6am Morning Programs. 10.50 Great British Photography Challenge. (R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Dateline. (R)

SEVEN (6, 7)

NINE (8, 9) 6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Pilgrimage: The Road Through The Alps. (PG, R) 12.00 News. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Parliament Question Time. 3.00 Anh’s Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R)

6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Hard Quiz. (PGs)

8.30 Mother And Son. (PGdl) Maggie reveals her savings.

8.55 The Assembly: Ray Martin. (PG, R) The students interview Ray Martin.

9.40 Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee (NZ) (PG, R)

10.25 If You’re Listening. (R) 10.45 ABC Late News. 11.00 The Business. (R) 11.20 Planet America. (R) 11.50 You Can’t Ask That. (Ml, R) 12.20 Grand Designs. (R) 1.10 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 1.55 Rage. (MA15+dhlnsv) 3.25 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

6am Children’s

Programs. 2.15pm Thomas. 2.50 Gardening Australia Junior. 3.05 Play School. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Fresh Off The Boat. 9.15 Wallace And Gromit: A Grand Day Out. 9.40 Merlin. 10.25 Late Programs.

NITV (34)

2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 Such Was Life. (PG, R) 3.40 Plat Du Tour. (R) 3.45 The Cook Up. (R) 4.15 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The People Vs Robodebt. (Final, Mal) Continues to look at The People versus Robodebt.

8.40 Great British Train Journeys

From Above: The Jacobite Railway. (Premiere, PG) Looks at the Jacobite Railway. 9.35 Code Of Silence. (Malv)

The police head to the Mayfair vault with full backup.

10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 COBRA. (Mal)

11.50 Freezing Embrace. (Mals, R) 1.35

Charles I: Downfall Of A King. (PGav, R) 2.40 Curious Traveller. (R) 3.45 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

SBS VICELAND (31)

6am Morning

Programs. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 The Rap Game UK. 1.25 Small Town Secrets. 2.15 Tales From A Suitcase. 3.50 WorldWatch. 5.50 The Food That Built The World. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 The Patient. 9.40 MOVIE: What We Do In The Shadows. (2014, M) 11.15 The Bloody Decade. 12.15am Late Programs.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PG) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG)

The honeymoon’s over for Cash and Eden.

7.30 RFDS. (Ma) Eliza second guesses herself.

8.30 Off The Grid With Colin And Manu. (M) Colin Fassnidge and Manu Feildel are off to Porouni Lodge, where they hunt for deer.

9.30 House Of Wellness. (PG)

A team of industry experts, media personalities and wellness advocates shares insights and experiences to highlight living well.

10.30 Chicago Fire. (Mas)

11.30 Lopez Vs. Lopez. (PGal)

12.00 Imposters. (Madlsv, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (62, 72)

6am Morning

Programs. Noon My Kitchen Rules. 1.30 The Great Australian Doorstep. 2.00 Weekender. 2.30 House Of Wellness. 3.30 Harry’s Practice. 4.00 Animal Rescue. 4.30 Better Homes. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Heartbeat. 8.45 Inspector George Gently. 10.45 Air Crash Inv. 11.45 Bargain Hunt. 12.45am Late Programs.

TEN (5, 10)

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.00[MELB] TippingPoint Australia.(PG) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 9.00 Lingo. (R) 10.00

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) The backyards bring headaches for some teams.

8.35 Sydney 2000. Looks at the Sydney 2000 Olympics 25 years since it was held, with the stars who made the Games memorable.

10.05 Footy Furnace. (Mlv) A look at the latest on the AFL trade period.

11.05 9News Late.

11.35 First On Scene. (M)

12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

1.00 Let’s Eat With George. (R)

1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

2.30 Global Shop. (R)

3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa)

4.30 A Current Affair. (R)

5.00 Today Early News.

5.30 Today.

9GEM (81, 92)

6.00 10 News+. Hosted by Denham Hitchcock and Amelia Brace.

7.00 Deal Or No Deal. Hosted by Grant Denyer. 7.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (PGa) Graeme Hall needs to stop some perilous playtime. 8.30 The Gilded Age. (PGa) Bertha, Marian, Aurora and Peggy take an overnight trip. Gladys’s desired beau is invited to dinner.

9.30 Elsbeth. (Ma, R) Elsbeth suspects foul play after a posh country club wedding ends in the golf cart death of the hapless groom. 10.30 10’s Late News. 10.55 10 News+. (R) 11.55 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

6am Morning Programs.

Noon Poirot. 1.00 M*A*S*H. 2.00 Are You Being Served? 3.20 Antiques Roadshow. 3.50 MOVIE: Father’s Doing Fine. (1952) 5.30 The Travelling Auctioneers. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 Midsomer Murders. 10.50 Major Crimes. 11.50 French And Saunders. 12.30am Late Programs.

ABC FAMILY (22) 6am Morning Programs. Noon TBA. 2.00 Golden Girls. 2.30 Nanny. 3.30 Seinfeld. 4.30 Addams Family. 5.00 Bewitched. 5.30 Jeannie. 6.00 Golden Girls. 6.30 Nanny. 7.30 Seinfeld. 8.30 TBA. 11.00 Seinfeld. Midnight Veronica Mars. 1.00 Pretty Little Liars. 2.00 Supernatural. 4.00 Barbie It Takes Two. 4.30 Lego Dreamzzz. 4.50 Late Programs.

6am Morning Programs. 2pm This Is Indian Country. 2.30 The Cook Up. 3.00 Jarjums. 5.00 Harlem Globetrotters. 5.30 News. 6.00 Bamay. 6.40 Great Parks Of Africa. 7.30 Home, Land & Sea. 8.30 MOVIE: Rhymes For Young Ghouls. (2013, MA15+) 10.00 Marvin Gaye: What’s Going On? 11.10 Nothing Compares: Sinead O’Connor. 12.55am Late Programs.

SBS WORLD MOVIES (32)

6am Morning Programs. 12.50pm November. (2022, Malv, French) 2.50 Murder Party. (2022, PGad, French) 4.50 Where The Money Is. (2000, PGasv) 6.25 The Straight Story. (1999, PGa) 8.30 The Drover’s Wife. (2021, MA15+av) 10.30 Heathers. (1988, MA15+av) 12.30am Unforgiven. (2013, MA15+v, Japanese) 3.00 Late Programs.

7MATE (64, 73)

6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Pawn Stars. 1.30 Outback Truckers. 3.30 Mountain Men. 4.30 American Resto. 5.00 Storage Wars. 5.30 American Pickers. 6.30 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 The Force: BTL. 9.30 Caught On Dashcam. 10.30 World’s Wildest Police Videos. 11.30 Live PD: Police Patrol. Midnight Late Programs.

Thursday, October 9

ABC TV (2)

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 I Was Actually There. (M, R) 10.30 Back Roads. (R) 11.10 Mother And Son. (PGdl, R) 11.40 If You’re Listening. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Silent Witness. (Malv, R) 2.00 Parliament. 2.55 Brush With Fame. (PG, R) 3.25 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 4.15 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 5.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

6.00 Spicks And Specks. (PG, R) 6.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 7.30.

8.00 Back Roads: Tassie Woodchoppers, Tasmania. (Final, PG) Lisa Millar visits Tasmania. 8.30 Grand Designs New Zealand. (PG) A couple model their home on a plane.

9.15 Mystery Road: Origin. (Mal, R) Mary’s niece goes missing.

10.10 Take 5 With Zan Rowe. (Ml, R)

10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. (R) 11.10 Grand Designs. (PG, R) 11.55 Long Lost Family. (PG, R) 12.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 3.15 Parkinson In Australia. (PG, R) 4.30 Gardening Australia. (R) 5.30 7.30. (R)

9GO! (82, 93)

SBS (3)

6am Morning Programs. 10.55 Great British Photography Challenge. (PG, R) 12.00 BBC News At Ten. 12.30 France 24. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 The People Vs Robodebt. (Mal, R) 3.00 MOVIE: When Love Is In Your Eyes. (2024) 3.50 The Cook Up. (R) 4.20 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Eurostar: Minding The Gap. (R) Looks at the Eurostar. 8.30 Scandinavia With Simon Reeve. (Premiere) The first leg of Simon Reeve’s Scandinavian journey takes him from Svalbard to Lapland. 9.40 Blue Lights. (Return) Grace grows exasperated by the limits of the job.

10.40 SBS World News Late.

11.10 Davos 1917. (Mlv)

12.05 The Head. (MA15+a, R) 2.00 Charles I: Downfall Of A King. (PGalv, R) 3.05 Curious Traveller. (R) 4.10 J Schwanke’s Life In Bloom. (R) 4.40 Bamay. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6am Morning Programs. Noon DW The Day. 12.30 The Rap Game UK. 1.25 Addicted Australia. 2.30 Bamay. 2.55 Insight. 4.00 WorldWatch. 6.00 Our Medicine. 6.40 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats. 8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island Specials. 10.10 The UnXplained. 11.00 Homicide. 1.35am Conversations. 2.15 NHK World English News. 5.00 Al Jazeera.

(6, 7)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s National News At Noon. 1.00 Seven News With Alex Cullen. 1.10 Blankety Blank. (PG) 2.00 Bridge Of Lies. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) David struggles to contain his anger.

8.30 Jim Jefferies And Friends. (MA15+s) Jim Jefferies tells the story of the time he met and nearly killed his comedy idol John Cleese, featuring Jimeoin, Amos Gill, Renee Percy and Ivan Aristeguieta.

9.30 The Amazing Race. (PG) The teams head to Prague, but their train plans are soon thrown into chaos.

11.00 Gatecrashers. A light-hearted take on the week of racing.

12.00 Life. (Malsv, R)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.00 NBC Today. 5.00 Sunrise Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

7TWO (62, 72) SBS VICELAND (31) 6am Children’s Programs. 2.15pm Thomas. 2.50 Gardening Australia Junior. 3.05 Play School. 4.10 Andy’s Prehistoric Adv. 4.25 Super Monsters. 5.20 Mojo Swoptops. 5.45 Kangaroo Beach. 7.05 Piripenguins. 7.35 Ninjago: Dragons Rising. 8.00 Operation Ouch! 8.35 Secrets Of The Zoo. 9.20 Amazing Animal Friends. 10.05 Late Programs.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 9News Morning. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.00 Journey To Europe. (R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG, R) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 4.00 9News Afternoon. 4.30 Tipping Point Australia. (PG) 5.00[MELB] TippingPoint Australia.(PG) 5.30 WIN News. 6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 9.00 Lingo. (R) 10.00 Ent. Tonight. (R) 10.30 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly Australia. (PGa, R) 11.30 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 12.00 Everyday Gourmet. 12.30 Family Feud. (PG, R) 1.00 News. 2.00 Wheel Of Fortune. 2.30 Lingo. (R) 3.30 News. 4.00 Neighbours. (PGa) 4.30 Bold. (PGa) 5.00 News.

6.00 9News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Block. (PGl) Emma shares a baby shower with an all-star.

8.45 Sydney 2000. Look at the Sydney 2000 Olympics 25 years since it was held, with the stars who made the Games memorable.

9.45 RPA. (PGm, R) A student’s lung collapses.

10.45 9News Late.

11.15 Chicago Med. (MA15+am)

12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 Hello SA. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 3.30 Home Shopping. 4.00 Believer’s Voice Of Victory. (PGa) 4.30 A Current Affair. (R) 5.00 Today Early News. 5.30 Today. 6.00 10 News+. 7.00 Deal Or No Deal. (R) 7.30 Gogglebox Australia. Opinionated viewers discuss TV shows. 8.30 The Office Australia. (Mal) Hannah creates a pyjama day to bring “home” to the office and convince everyone that the workplace can be fun. 9.00 Law & Order: SVU. (Mad, R) A cryptic message sends the team on a new track to find Maddie Flynn. 10.00 10’s Late News. Coverage of news, sport and

9GEM (81, 92)

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Victorian Seniors

Smile brighter with Affordable Denture Clinic in East Geelong

Achieve a confident, radiant smile with the expert care of the team at Affordable DentureClinic,nowwelcomingpatientsat theirnewlocationinEastGeelong.

With more than a decade of dedicated service, the clinic offers a comprehensive range of dental solutions, including full andpartialdentures,custommouthguards andimplant-retaineddentures.

Led by owner and seasoned dental prosthetist Jason Demko, who brings more than30yearsofexperiencetothefield,the clinic has recently opened its doors at 306 MyersStreet,EastGeelong.

Jasonandhisskilledteamarecommitted to helping you discover the best options to achieveyouridealsmile.

Staying abreast of the latest advancements in dental prosthetics, Jason integratesmoderntechniquesandsystems intoeveryaspectofhiswork.

Notably, Affordable Denture Clinic is the only practice in Geelong and the surrounding district authorized to provide and manufacture Valplast denturesflexible, metal-free options that come with anunbreakablelifetimeguarantee.

Jason and his team pride themselves on delivering personalised care in a welcomingenvironment.

“We are a family-owned business committed to providing highly personalised services to each individual,” Jasonsays.

The new East Geelong clinic stands as a testament to years of dedication, aiming to offer clients the very best in denture care.

Jason acknowledges that this achievement wouldn’t have been possible

Preparing your will shouldn’t be complicated.

Our experienced lawyers take the time to understand your wishes and guide you with care to protect your family’s future.

▪ Simple fixed fee

▪ Complete estate package with power of attorney and medical treatment directives

Geelong Legal has proudly been serving families in the Geelong region since 2018.

Andrew Alexander, Principal Lawyer

CONNECT. CREATE.

Wills provide clarity and comfort during a hard time

Having a legally binding will is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your loved ones and ensure your wishesarecarriedout.

Without one, intestacy laws decide how your estate is divided after you die, which maynotreflectyourintentions.

AndrewAlexanderofGeelongLegalsaid toomanypeopledelaymakingawill.

“Making a will provides peace of mind, knowing your wishes are clear and that things will be simpler for loved ones,” he said.

“It’s about having confidence that the plans you make today will help avoid confusionorconflictinthefuture.”

Willsshouldalsoberegularlyupdatedas circumstanceschange.

“Major life events such as marriage, divorce,thebirthofchildren,orsignificant financial changes are all key times to reviewyourwill,”MrAlexandersaid.

“If circumstances change and your will doesn’t reflect that, your loved ones may faceunnecessarystressordisputes.”

Geelong Legal assists families and individualsacrosstheGeelongregionwith preparingandupdatingwills.

“Our role is to make sure your will is clear, unambiguous, and legally binding, giving you peace of mind that your affairs areinorder,”MrAlexandersaid.

Andrew Alexander is principal lawyer at Geelong Legal. (Supplied)

Compassion and care when it matters most

For families in Geelong, Jonathan Hepner Funerals has long been synonymous with compassion, professionalism, and personalisedservice.

Thisfamily-ownedbusinessunderstands that saying goodbye to a loved one is one of life’s most difficult moments, and their team is committed to making the process asrespectfulandmeaningfulaspossible.

Jonathan Hepner Funerals offers a wide rangeofservicestomeettheuniqueneeds ofeveryfamily.

From traditional funerals and cremations to burials and memorial services, each ceremony is carefully tailored to reflect the life and legacy of the deceased.

The team also provides pre-planning options, allowing individuals to make thoughtful arrangements in advance and offerpeaceofmindtotheirfamilies.

Recognising the importance of connection, Jonathan Hepner Funerals has embraced technology, offering live streaming of services so that friends and relatives can participate and pay their respects,nomatterwheretheyare.

Trusted,experienced,anddeeplyrooted in the Geelong community, Jonathan Hepner Funerals continues to support families with empathy, dignity, and attention to detail. In times of loss, their dedication ensures that every farewell is a meaningfulcelebrationoflife.

Safe, connected living in the heart of Grovedale

Just 15 minutes from Geelong, you’ll find TheGrovebyTeman,ahiddengemforover 55s.

Here, residents enjoy the best of both worlds,apeaceful,securesettingalongside everydayconvenienceandagenuinesense of community. With maintenance-free living and friendly neighbours, life feels easierandmoreconnected.

With homes starting from just $240,000, The Grove by Teman offers an affordable way to enjoy retirement while freeing up money for the things that matter most. For someresidents,there’salsothe added benefit of Rent Assistance, available in certain circumstances where eligibilitycriteriaaremet.

At the heart of Teman’s vision is the belief that retirement should be a time to enjoy connection, friendship, and a genuine sense of belonging. Villages are designed to make social connection feel natural,withspacesthatencouragepeople tomeet,chat,andtakepartastheywish.

Each village offers something unique, yet they all share the Teman difference, a welcoming spirit, a sense of connection, and strong ties to the local community. Managers and teams are actively engaged in village life, ready to listen and respond so that residents know their voices are valued.

This people-first approach is felt day to day. Rather than being a distant operator, Teman stays present and engaged, celebrating milestones with residents, supporting community-led activities, and fosteringastrongsenseofhome.

“I only wish I’d moved here sooner,” one residentsaid.

For Ray, a resident at The Grove, the move has been exactly what he hoped for. He quickly settled into the relaxed rhythm ofvillagelifeandnowaddshisgreentouch to the shared gardens, helping keep the surroundingslookingtheirbest. It’sawonderfulexampleofhowresidents shapethecommunitytogether.

Life at The Grove is peaceful yet full of opportunity. Whether it’s joining in with

social activities and outings, spending time with family and friends, or simply appreciating the quiet comfort of home, residents have the freedom to choose how theyspendtheirdays.

With affordable homes and a supportive community around them, many find they have more time, energy, and resources to enjoy the retirement they’ve worked hard for.

WearehostingOpenHomesonThursday October 9 from 10am to 11 am. It’s a great chance to come and explore the village in person. You’re welcome to drop by at 6–12 Matthews Street, Grovedale, or give Bree a call on 0472 878 749 if you’d like to know more.

Learn more at thegrovebyteman.com.au

Appointing attorneys and decision makers

Most people are familiar with making a will to ensure their assets pass to their chosenbeneficiariesafterdeath.

However, far fewer take the equally important step of preparing enduring powers of attorney to appoint someone they trust to make decisions if they are unabletodosothemselves.

Loss of decision-making capacity can occur through illness, injury, dementia, or even being overseas when urgent decisions are required. By putting the rightdocumentsinplace,youensureyour affairs are handled by people you choose, rather than leaving those decisions to a governmenttribunal.

In Victoria, the three most common legal documents for substitute decision-makingare:

•Enduringpowerofattorney(forfinancial andpersonalmatters);

•Appointment of medical treatment decisionmaker;and

•Nomination of restrictive practices decisionmaker.

Enduring power of attorney

This allows you to appoint one or more attorneys to manage financial and personalmatters.

Financial matters include accessing bank accounts, paying bills, and selling property.

Personal matters cover lifestyle choices suchaswhereyouliveandwithwhom.

You decide when their authority begins and can set limits, instructions or conditions. Multiple attorneys can act jointly, separately, or by majority. Attorneys must act in your best interests,

avoid conflicts, keep accurate records, and keep your money separate from their own.

Appointment of a medical treatment decision maker

You may appoint someone (and a substitute) to make medical decisions if you lose capacity. These include surgery, prescriptions, dental treatment, and palliative care. Your decision maker can also consent to, or refuse, life support. They must base their choices on what they reasonablybelieveyouwouldhavedecided yourself.

Nomination of a restrictive practices decision maker

AnewVictorianlawallowsyoutonominate one person to decide about restrictive

practices in residential aged care. These practices - such as bed rails, restraining chairs, locked doors, sedation, or seclusion - limit freedom of movement and must be carefully overseen. If no one is nominated, a temporary decision maker may be appointed. If a temporary appointment is needed,thelawsetsapriorityorder:spouse or partner; primary carer; child in order of age; parent in order of age; then sibling in order of age. They must have a close and continuing relationship with you and be reasonablyavailable.

Whathappenswithoutpowersofattorney?

If you do not have an enduring power of attorney, no one, not even family, has an automatic right to make decisions for you. Instead, someone must apply to the Victorian Civil and Administrative

Tribunal (VCAT) to be appointed as your administrator (for financial matters) or guardian(forpersonalmatters). This process can be stressful, costly, and time-consuming, and may result in someone you would not have chosen being appointed. In some cases, VCAT appoints the public trustee or another professional trusteeratherthanafamilymember.

Take action now

Appointing attorneys and decision makers ensuresyourwishesarerespectedandyour affairs are properly managed. Harwood Andrews can guide you through the processandhelpprotectyourfuture.

For advice, contact our Wills & Estates team on 03 5225 5250 or email wills@ha.legal

Helping to make lives better with Nurse Next Door

At Nurse Next Door Home Care Services

Geelong, care is a relationship built on trust, compassion, and the belief that everyone deserves to live life in their own home,ontheirownterms.

Fewstoriesillustratethisbetterthanthat of client Di, a retired nurse whose courage andwarmthinspiretheentireteam.

WhenDifirstconnectedwithNurseNext Door about 12 months ago, she was facing significant health challenges, including a history of cancer and Crohn’s disease. Di sought care that combined medical expertisewithgenuineunderstandingbya locallyemployedteam.

Owner and registered nurse Kristy Kayler-Thomson, who founded Nurse Next DoorGeelongtobridgegapsinhome-based support, understood Di’s needs immediately. With nearly two decades of nursing experience and a passion for MakingLivesBetter,KristyensuredthatDi receivednotonlyhigh-qualityclinicalcare butalsopersonalattentionandcontinuity, Despite ongoing treatments and frequent hospital visits, Di’s life is filled withmomentsofjoyandconnection.

LastChristmas,sheachievedalong-held wish to visit her children interstate. The journey required complex arrangements, from medical clearance and oxygen approvalstotransportlogistics.

Nurse Next Door caregivers coordinated every detail and personally drove her to andfromtheairport,turningachallenging planintoatreasuredfamilymemory.

The team also celebrates Di’s personal milestones. For a recent birthday, they surprised her with beautiful flowers, a simple but meaningful gesture that

captured their shared commitment to makingeverydaycount.

For Di, the greatest gift has been the sense of belonging. Regular visits, friendly conversations, and consistent caregivers have created what she fondly calls a “family.”

Whether it’s helping with daily tasks, checking her oxygen levels, or simply sharing a chat over coffee, the team provides both professional support and heartfeltcompanionship.

Divaluesthefreedomtoremainathome, a goal she has firmly stood by. With Nurse Next Door’s 24/7 availability and tailored services,sheknowsshecanstaywhereshe feelshappiestandmostcomfortable.

Kristy’s vision for Nurse Next Door Geelong is to enable people to lead lives filled with positivity, possibility and purpose. Di’s story embodies that vision: a life enriched not only by expert nursing care but by shared laughter, trust, and the confidence to keep planning for the future. For families across Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula, Di’s journey is a reminderthatwiththerightsupport,home is more than a place - it’s where life’s most meaningfulmomentsunfold.

If you or someone you love would like to explore compassionate, personalised home care in Geelong, Nurse Next Door is here 24/7. Call 1300 600 247 or visit nursenextdoor.com.au to discover how we can help you or a loved one live more joyfullyandindependentlyathome.

Not only does Just Better Care provide exceptional in-home care, but it’s also a greatplacetowork.

As one of Australia’s largest providers of in-home aged care and disability support, clients are treated with care and respect by a team of passionate people.

Community support worker Steve Brooke said Just Better Care was a “great and caring place to work”.

“It’s super important to enable the clients to maintain their independence and remain at home as long as they can, with a bit of help from us,” he said. “I’ve been with Just Better Care Geelong for just over two years as a community support professional, I love my job and I have a wide variety of clients that I assist every week.” To start your Just Better Care journey, call 03 5222 1518, email mailge@justbettercare. com or visit the caring team at their office at Level 1 114a Mt Pleasant Road in Belmont. Visit justbettercare.com/Geelong for moreinformation.

Spring is in the air

By Lee Mccarthy

Spring is the season of renewal and the perfect time to plan an unforgettable journey across the waters to new lands and experiences.

As nature reawakens, so too does the desire to explore, reconnect and take time out to try something new and exciting.

With exclusive airfare offers across Viking’s river, ocean and expedition voyages, keen travellers can experience the world in comfort and with more inclusions included and fewer costs.

Designed for curious travellers, Viking’s thoughtfully crafted itineraries created from firsthand personal experiences aboard awardwinning ships offer opportunities to become immersed in the worlds culture.

No matter what trip guests are searching for Paris, Giza, Istanbul, Lisbon of Antarctica there are endless opportunities on the stateof-the-art ships.

With no kids, no casinos, and a focus on cultural enrichment, the trips all promise a refined destination focused experience.

The company’s smaller ships are designed to bring guests closer to their destination aboard Scandinavian inspired elegance that never upstages the destination but does provide an unforgettable experience while onboard.

More is included in Viking fares including a complimentary excursion in every board, all onboard meals with beer, wine and soft drinks at lunch and dinner, unlimited wi-fi, gratuities, port charges and access to the truly breathtaking and relaxing Nordic Spa.

Guests who book a river voyage before 1 December 2025 receive free flights or for bookings on an ocean or expedition voyage your companion flies free!

This offer is for travels booked for the 2026 to 2028 holidays using the offer code on the Viking website.

River cruises include the Rhine Getaway

sailing from Basel to Amsterdam for eight days, visiting four countries and includes four tours from only $5,395.

The Grand European Tour takes travellers from Budapest to Amsterdam for fifteen days, across four countries and includes twelve tours from $10,395.

Perhaps a Romantic Danube is more appealing taking guests from Budapest to Regensburg over eight days, three countries and five tours from $5,595.

The very popular and much-loved Pharaohs and Pyramids roundtrip Cairo, Egypt is on many travellers’ bucket list and includes twelve days and eleven tours from $11,295.

The beauty of taking a journey on Viking is the extensions available on many of their trips allowing passengers to have a few days either

side of the cruise start and finish to chill, relax, explore and take in the essence of the host country.

Another special trip is the Holland and Belgium river cruise from Amsterdam to Antwerp for ten days which includes eight tours over three countries from just $7,695.

Many tourists love the United States and have a deep desire to fully explore the south and the Mississippi Delta Explorer ticks all the boxes visiting New Orleans, Louisiana to Memphis, Tennessee.

The eight days, six tour trip allows guests to explore the fascinating towns along the banks of the Mississippi that preserve the memory of the American South’s early history.

Savour delicious Cajun and Creole cuisine along with the famous Memphis barbe-

cue while celebrating musicals legends in the birthplace of rock and roll.

Honour the memory of a pivotal Civil War battle at the Vicksburg National Park or become immersed in the blues with Viking’s Privileged Access Mississippi Delta experience.

Enjoy pre and post cruise extensions here with more days to explore the embarkation or disembarkation city or see a new destination altogether.

Travellers can add a two night ‘The Best of New Orleans’ extension to appreciate the inimitable character and charm of the historic French Quarter and enjoy free time to discover the foodie and music scene of ‘The Big Easy’. The helpful Viking host is available to help plan so guests can make the most of the visit. The extensions include two nights at the Hotel Monteleone in the centre of New Orleans French Quarter and combines timeless charm with Southern elegance close to Bourbon Street and historical sites and is priced from $1499.

A selection of additional excursions may be available to enhance the extension experience and are able to be booked when the cruise shore excursions open for sale.

For more information on these cruises or the many and varied options Viking delivers, please visit www.viking.com or phone 138 747.

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Hotel Stays

3 nights four-star hotel stay in Adelaide with breakfast

1 night four-star hotel stay in Kangaroo Island with breakfast, lunch and dinner

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Full day Barossa Valley tour with lunch and wine tastings including:

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2 day Kangaroo Island tour including: Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery, Clifford’s Honey Farm, In-Flight Birds of Prey Display at Raptor Domain, Seal Bay Conservation Park guided beach walk, lunch at Emu Bay Lavender Farm, Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park, and Flinders Chase National Park

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Spring is a season of renewal and the perfect time to plan your next unforgettable journey. With exclusive airfare offers, you can experience the world The Viking Way —in comfort and with more included.

Book a river voyage and fly free, or book an ocean or expedition voyage and your companion flies free. Be quick, offers end 1 December 2025*.

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Cheap low emissions travel

By Chris Riley, Marque Motoring

Toyota’s small but practical Yaris is often overlooked in the rush to buy larger more powerfulmodels.

But for environmentally conscious buyers the hybrid-powered pocket rocket offers a very real alternative to fully electric vehicles.

The three cylinder hybrid powertrain offerssuperlowfuelconsumptionandwith itincrediblylowengineemissions.

In many ways, you could say it is the perfectcitycar.

Styling Yarishascomealongwaysincethedebacle over its name when introduced as the ToyotaEchobackin1999.

It is now one of the most popular cars on the road with more than 360,000 sales over fourgenerations.

There are three grades to choose from: Ascent Sport, SX and ZR - priced from $28,990. SX takes the price to $32,390 while the sporty ZR enters the ledger at $34,590allpricesbeforeon-roadcosts.

The high performance, three-door GR Yarisispricedfrom$55,490.

Premium paint adds $500 and two-tone paint(blackroof)is$450.

YarisCrossisbasedonthesameplatform and starts from $31,790 plus on-roads in front-driveform.

All grades apart from the GR are poweredbythesamethree-cylinderhybrid powertrainthesedays.

The new 1.5-litre three-cylinder powertrain develops more power than its four-cylinder predecessor, while using substantially less fuel and cutting emissions.

In fact, it offers the best fuel economy of any Toyota, using just 3.3 litres of fuel per 100km and producing just 76 grams of CO2 perkilometre.

Standard kit includes cloth trim and manual aircon, 15-inch steel wheels, analoguespeedo,built-innavigation,active cruise control, automatic high beam and speedsignrecognition.

There’s also LED daytime, tail and stop lights, auto-fold mirrors with LED turn signals,andrearprivacyglass.

SX adds 16-inch alloys, climate air, premium steering wheel and shift knob, LED headlights, indicators and rear combination lights, keyless smart entry, smart-start ignition button and soft-touch instrumentpanel.

Top-of-the-line ZR gains 16-inch alloys, sports front seats, rear spoiler, head-up display,sportsfrontseatsaswellasNanoe-X airfilteringtechnology.

SX and ZR feature a 7.0-inch digital instrumentcluster.

Auto lights are standard, but the wipers are manual and so is the rear-view mirrorsowediscovered.

Toyota seems to have adopted the approach-ifit’snotpresentthenbestnotto mentionit.

Yaris is covered by a five-year unlimited kilometrewarranty.

Infotainment

Infotainment comes in the form of an 8.0-inch touchscreen, with Bluetooth, voice recognition, built-in navigation, AM/ FM and DAB+ digital radio, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, along with genericsix-speakeraudio.

What it doesn’t get is a wireless charge pad.

TherearetwoUSB-Cportsinthefrontbut noneforrearseatpassengers.

Allgradescomewith12monthsofaccess to Toyota Connected Services, including Safety and Security features, Multimedia ConnectandDrivingInsights-allaccessible throughthemyToyotaConnectapp.

Safety

Yaris gets a five-star rating for safety with eight airbags including a centre airbag for thefront.

It has a reversing camera plus sensors that can detect vehicles or pedestrians at intersections when making turns, active cornering assist and a secondary collision braking.

Autonomous emergency braking (Car-to-Car and Vulnerable Road User) as well as lane keep assist (LKA) with lane departure warning (LDW), emergency lane keeping (ELK) and an advanced speed assistance system (SAS) are fitted as standardonallvariants.

There are also front and rear parking sensorsandaparkingsupportbrakesystem that can warn the driver of objects around the vehicle and even apply the brakes if necessary.

ZR variants gain Blind Spot Monitor, Safe ExitAssistandRearCrossTrafficAlert.

Engines/transmissions

The 1.5-litre three-cylinder powertrain drives the front wheels through a CVT-style, continuously variable automatic transmission.

Operating on the Atkinson Cycle, the petrol engine’s 67kW and 120Nm are supplemented by a 59kW and 141Nm electric motor-generator and a compact lithium-ionbattery.

Combined system output is 85kW (combinedtorqueisnotstated).

Driving

The all-new Yaris is shorter and sits lower than its predecessor, with a longer wheelbaseformaximuminteriorspaceand stability.

Unlike its predecessor it is available only infive-doorhatchbackform;thethree-door model is reserved for the performanceflagshipGRmodel.

Duringdevelopmentofthecar,MrToyota himself, Akio Toyoda, stepped in to delay thelaunchofthecarfor12months.

The first draft was initially larger and heavier, which would have made it more expensive,andhewantedthefattrimmed.

A sporty exterior design comprises a prominent cascading grille, longer bonnet, sculpted door panels, dynamic character linesandashorterrearoverhang.

The interior offers an open, spacious and comfortable cabin with ample headroom, a wider centre console and an up-market ambience with combination cloth and pseudosuedetrim.

Ascent Sport has an all-black interior; SX gains silver highlights while ZR is distinguishedbysportyredinserts.

Stepping from the massive Tundra directly into the diminutive Yaris was a professionalchallenge.

The new platform permits the driver'sseattobesetlowerandfurther back, creating a more engaging driving position and helping to lower the centre of gravitybyaround15mm.

The steering wheel is set closer to the driver,withwidertiltandreachadjustment.

It’s reasonably comfortable in front, however there’s virtually no legroom in the back, making Yaris more of a 2+2 proposition.

Electric steering assistance is tuned for a light touch at low speed and a responsive feelingathighspeed.

A 270-litre cargo area incorporates a two-level boot floor, while larger items can be accommodated with a 60:40 split-fold rearseat.

A space saver spare is provided in the eventofapuncture.

Yaris hybrid can be operated in a fuel-saving Eco mode or more responsive Powermode.

As a full hybrid, it can also operate on electric power alone, which contributes noticeably to its urban-cycle fuel consumptionofjust2.8L/100km.

The hybrid transaxle adopts a compact dual-axis structure with the power-control unit installed directly above it, resulting in asmall,lightweightsystem.

The chassis has been engineered to improve dynamic qualities, reduce body roll and improve braking stability and stoppingdistances.

The revised front MacPherson struts and rear torsion-beam layout includes reduced friction, softer springs and an increase in rearrollstiffness.

Theregenerativebrakesfeatureventilated discsatthefrontanddrumsattherear.

The thrummy three-cylinder engine in combination with the electric motor is surprisingly responsive, but a bit raucous underhardacceleration.

There’sjusttheonegear,buttheBposition provides additional engine braking when travellingdownhill.

Drive mode select offers a choice of three modes: Standard, Power and Eco. EV mode canalsobeselectedwithadifferentswitch.

Power mode is the one you want when there’ssomeoneupyourclacker.

Because of its size elbow room is at a premium. This becomes obvious with a drink bottle in the centre cupholder betweenthefrontseats,whichmakesforan awkwardcombinationwiththehandbrake anddriver’selbow.

Believe it or not ZR even gets head-up display, but of course you can’t see it with polarisedsunglasses.

We discovered this by chance when we happened to tilt our head sideways. Until thenithadremainedinvisible.

With a 36-litre tank, Yaris takes standard 91 RON unleaded, with fuel consumption a claimed3.3L/100km.

We didn’t quite achieve this figure, but 800km at a rate of 4.0L/100km is fairly impressive.

Norangeanxietyhere.

Summing up

Yaris ZR certainly packs a lot into its tiny frame.

It’sattractive,wellequipped,doesnotuse muchfuelanddoesn’tcostmuchtobuy. Ifyou’rejustlookingforsomethingtorun aroundtownin,whatmorecouldyouneed?

Flat Cats keen to reload

By Roger Vaughan & Anna Harrington, AAP

“Bitterly disappointed” Geelong coach

Chris Scott has issued a call to arms, pointing to their AFL consistency and urging the Cats to challenge again next season.

Scott admitted he would rather have wallowed in bed than turn up for Sunday morning’s club family day, the day after Brisbane smashed his team in the second half for a 47-point grand final win.

While the Cats were left lamenting an opportunity lost, they have finished outside the finals only three times in the past two decades.

In that time they have won four premierships - only Brisbane have won more this century.

“We’ve had plenty of forks in the road, if you like, over the last decade or two. There was the possibility that we turn up our toes and go through a bit of a rebuilding process, and accept the best was behind us,” Scott told Geelong fans.

“We’re just not prepared to concede that - and it’s pretty safe to say I speak for everyone when I say we’re not prepared to concede now, either.

“We’re bitterly disappointed. In this

game, sometimes all you can ask for is to giveyourselfachance.Ourplayersandour club did that for us this year.

“It didn’t work out yesterday, but even when we reflect on the last 12 months, it wasn’t as if everything went our way. There were plenty of challenges that we were good enough to overcome.”

Scott added his emotions had been “up and down” over the previous 24 hours, but he is up for the fight.

“Even though it feels so raw now - it normally takes me a little bit longer than this - but I feel ... I’m ready for the work, to give ourselves a chance again next year,” he said.

Scott also praised the club’s unity and urged the Geelong faithful to keep sticking with them.

“Inmomentslikethese,thetemptationis tofocusonthethingsthatwedidn’tdowell. Atleastinternally,I’mjustsoconfidentthat everyone has each other’s back,” he said.

“You’re better than I am. If I had my way, orinaweakmoment,I’dstillbeinbedwith the doona pulled over my head.

“Even when we frustrate you, stick with us. We really appreciate it.”

Geelong will reportedly try to lure CarltonkeyforwardCharlieCurnowandSt

Kilda ruck-forward Rowan Marshall in the upcoming trade period.

Coleman Medallist Jeremy Cameron missed Sunday morning’s function - he was in hospital for tests after fracturing his right forearm in the grand final.

He suffered the injury in a collision with captain Patrick Dangerfield, who likewise told Geelong fans that their team would rally from Saturday’s bitter loss.

“It’s tough and it will ferment over the summer period, but those tough periods are the reason it’s all worth it when you get itright.It’swhyitmeanssomuch,”hesaid.

Coach Fagan hails Lions’ premiership

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has described the Lions’ stunning grand final blitz of Geelong as even better than their drought-breaking 2024 premiership.

Fagan,whobrokehisownrecordfrom12 months earlier as the oldest premiership coach in VFL/AFL history, addressed 6000 euphoric Lions supporters at the club’s spiritual Melbourne home of Brunswick St Oval on Sunday.

“I reckon it feels better than last year because it’s bloody hard to do it two times in a row,” the 64-year-old said.

“All the obstacles we had to overcome this year to get to that point (of being in a grand final).

“Even the fact that Geelong beat us three weeks ago (in the qualifying final) and we’re able to turn the tables around, it was just so exciting.”

Fagan made sure to reference young superstar Will Ashcroft, who became the youngestplayerinhistorywinback-to-back Norm Smith medals.

After Ashcroft was named best-on-ground in last year’s crushing win over Sydney, the talented midfielder was sledged by opponents in a pre-season match, saying he didn’t deserve it.

“Now he’s got one two years in a row so that’s fantastic,” Fagan said.

With back-to-back premierships in their pocket,gunrecruitsonthewayandhungry players out to prove a point, the Lions have every reason to believe a dynasty is just beginning.

Andasaclubwithahistoryofthree-peats, they don’t have to look far for inspiration.

The Lions previously won three on the bounce under the guidance of the legendary Leigh Matthews between 2001 and2003beforelosingthe2004grandfinal.

“It’s funny. We lost our first one (2023) and they lost their last one,” dynamo Cam Rayner said.

“Hopefully history repeats and we can get another one and go again.”

Brisbane officially became the first AFL club to five premierships this century after steamrolling the Cats by 47 points during a stunning second-half onslaught on Saturday.

“This group’s freakish. Hopefully this is just the beginning,” co-captain Lachie Neale said.

Rayner felt the Lions’ success only vindicated his decision to re-sign last October until the end of 2031, adamant more trophies are on the horizon.

“I never had any doubts when I first did it and I feel like we’re only going to get stronger next year,” Rayner said.

“We’vegotsomanyplayersthataregoing to come back and hopefully get a few more coming in that are great players.

“Hopefully we can just keep it rolling.”

The Lions will add top-five prospect Daniel Annable from their academy along with two prized free agents.

Essendon ruckman Sam Draper will head north while Charlie Cameron was licking his lips at the prospect of playing nexttoWestCoastkeyforwardOscarAllen.

“It’sgonnabeprettycool-butthat’salong way in the distance,” the matchwinning forward said.

The Lions had eight players aged 22 or under in their line-up on Saturday and

After the game, Dangerfield had said Geelong would have to “sit in” the disappointment of their grand final capitulation and then ensure they don’t let it hold them back.

“Thehardpartisthere’snoguaranteesin any given season,” he said. “It’s everyone that starts again from the blocks, and just because you’ve had a reasonable season one year, there are no guarantees the next.

“So I think it’s important that you sit in it for a little bit, that as difficult as it may be, together this piece is really important.”

This year, Sydney slumped after their horror 10-goal loss to Brisbane in the 2024 grand final.

Dangerfield conceded the disappointment could hang over the team - but it was worth it to consistently be in contention.

“Look, I think it’s going to hang around regardless,” he said. “That’s the feeling you get when you make it to the last day of September and you don’t quite get there.”

Dangerfield was adamant there wasn’t toomuchGeelong,whofinishedsecondon the ladder, needed to tweak.

“When you make it this far and then you don’t quite execute, you don’t need to throw everything away,” he said.

Dangerfield not making excuses

By Anna Harrington, AAP

Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield hasnoexcusesforhowheorhisteam performed after the Cats slipped to a 47-point AFL grand final loss to the Brisbane Lions.

Dangerfield was at his brilliant best in the preliminary final victory over Hawthorn but was blanketed by Brandon Starcevich in the decider and had little influence.

Dangerfield, who had just 10 disposalsandnogoals,brushedaway a question regarding whether he was 100 per cent fit.

“No, it’s a ruthless game. So there’s no excuses from me or anyone,” Dangerfield said.

“We just couldn’t quite get it done.”

Geelong went into the game without Tom Stewart (concussion) while coach Chris Scott alluded to “obstacles” his team had faced this year without going into details.

know plenty of improvement will come from within.

JackPayne,NoahAnswerth,JarrodBerry, Keidean Coleman and Lincoln McCarthy are among those who missed out this year.

“We went out there with a lot of 22 and unders playing, so it all bodes well for the club as long as we stay calm and don’t get ahead of ourselves,” coach Chris Fagan said. “But it’s just been an amazing ride.”

There will be players headed for the exit door, too.

Cameron admitted he would be “sad” to see forward line teammate Callum Ah Chee, set to join Adelaide, depart, while Brandon Starcevich could yet take up a big deal from West Coast.

FanfavouriteruckmanOscarMcInerney, 31, is no guarantee to play on.

“No idea how it looks (next year). We’ll see what happens,” McInerney said. - AAP

Spearhead Jeremy Cameron, held goalless by Darcy Gardiner, suffered a broken right arm in a collision with Dangerfield in the second term and played through it in distress.

“He looks pretty sore. He’s obviously an important player for us, anditwasabighit,”Dangerfieldsaid. Scott admitted the Cats had struggled with the decision of whether to substitute Cameron, who laid an incredible one-handed tackleonJaspaFletchertosetupMax Holmes’ goal in the third term.

That appeared to aggravate the existing injury, but Geelong ultimately instead substituted Rhys Stanley ahead of Cameron, who had his arm in a sling post-match.

“Intheheatofthemoment,it’shard to work out: is it a crack? Is it a decent break? Can he play? Can’t he? And that took a long time to work out,” Scott said. But obviously, yeah, he was heavily limited from late in that second quarter.”

Heads prevail over Springs for round 9 tennis

LOCAL TENNIS

Donna Schoenmaekers

It was Round 9 for Section 6 of Tuesday Women’s and while the sun decided to peak out, there was still the threat of rain, andtheever-presentwindtocontendwith.

Barwon Heads played host to Clifton Springs on a windy morning that fortunately produced no rain.

As the sun broke through, the players warmed up and were back to T-shirts with the spring weather.

The tennis was competitive with the Springs pushing the ladder leaders with 7-5 and 6-4 losses, but the home team was too strong taking a 5-1 win with Geri Windsor and Christine Smith the only pair to crack the scoreboard for the Springs.

Sue Cole and Maura Sweet won their three sets for the Heads.

Second placed Moolap hosted bottom of the table Wandana Heights Blue in what looked like a one-sided match with a 6-0 result, but Wandana were competitive in every set.

Cathy Juffermans and Sonja Mol pushed ahead in the second set to go up a break 3-1, but Moolap’s Dolores Barrow and Mel Eedy fought back to win a tough tie-break.

The team of Barrow, Eedy, Kirsty Matthews and Belinda Atkins proved too strongwiththewinputtingthemonepoint closer to ladder leaders Barwon Heads.

The final match of the day saw Wandana HeightsGreenandNewcombinapotential play off for third spot with Wandana ahead by six points.

Jenny Glascott and Marley Lycett got Newcomb off to a good start with a 6-1 win whileGlenysRobersonandMonikaLoving keptitclosewitha6-4victorytoWandana.

Glascott teamed with Tracey Lycett in

the third set to take a comfortable 6-1 win while Loving and Louise Hogan kept Wandanaintouchwithawininatie-break.

The final two sets were a battle with Glascott winning her third set for the day

Left: Mick Thornton will line-up for North Geelong this season. Above: Tom Smith will call Grovedale home this season. Below: Armstrong Creek’s loss is South Barwon’s gain with opener Clay Mulgrew now a Swan, and right, Lachie Sperling takes over as Newtown & Chilwell captain.

Cricketers set to go

By Justin Flynn

Local cricket will waste no time in getting started with Geelong and Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Associations to begin their seasons this Saturday.

Lastseason’sGCA1grandfinalistsNorth Geelong and Newtown & Chilwell meet on the opening day.

Among the rule changes this season is that 1st XI teams in the top three divisions areabletonameasubintwo-daymatches.

Reigning premier North Geelong has added Alexander Thomson bowler Angus Cranny and Anglesea duo Mick Thornton and Victor Morrow.

Thornton makes the move to the GCA after being one of the Bellarine Peninsula’s best all-rounders. He made 311 runs and took 24 wickets with his lively seamers last season, which included a top score of 123 and best bowling of 5/34. Morrow made 276 runs with a top score of 95.

Newtown & Chilwell will be captained by Lachie Sperling, although Dylan Hodge expects to go around again as a player while right-hand top-order bat Nic Keast

joins the club from Nottinghamshire and has played 2nd XI in County cricket.

The Two Blues will miss paceman Noah Guida, who has crossed to Essendon and star bat Ronnie McKenna has opted not to return from the UK.

AnewlookSouthBarwonhostsGrovedale and will boast three gun recruits.

Clay Mulgrew joins from Armstrong Creek after being the BPCA’s premier batter for the past few seasons while fellow top-order bat Tom Meredith has crossed from Newtown & Chilwell. Gurpreet Singh rounds off a list of off-season acquisitions withtheformerTorquayall-rounderableto make an immediate impact. A full season from Harry Hauenstein also spells danger for the comp’s bowlers.

Grovedale will welcome paceman Tom Smith from St Joseph’s and Riley Stone from Lethbridge. Off-spinner Tom Beasley has also crossed to Burdoo Reserve from Anglesea and can make an immediate impression and batter Andrew Wedge has moved from Torquay. Rob Smith won’t returnfromtheUKandfellowbatterCorey Paull has moved to Geelong CC.

Will and Ollie Huby return to turf cricket after a couple of seasons at Anglesea and Englishman Jacob Lockheart, from Newcomb & District where he peeled off 464 runs last season, is also a Tiger.

Gun bat Sean O’Neill returns to East Belmont after a season off in what is a huge boost and left-arm paceman Jack Jenkinsalsoreturnsafteraone-yearrestto concentrate on footy.

EastBelmont’sopponentinroundone,St Peter’s, is boosted by top-order bat Brogan Hayman bowling all-rounder Corey Bradnam from WA.

Lara earned promotion back to GCA 1sts after one year in Division 2, although will do so without keeper-bat Jhiah Baxter to Thomson, but that is offset by Vish Malhotra who returns to Bisinella Oval. Quick Luke wilson has returned although Casey Young will be playing in Tasmania this season.

Lara will take on St Joseph’s, which has enticed District batter Zane Keighran, off-spinner Luke Backhouse from Corowa and Englishman Chris Wilson, who will bat near the top of the order.

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Development coaches are in

Geelong Venom has confirmed Simon Nicholson and Hannah Ronan-Black asdevelopmentcoachesfortheWNBL season.

Both bring extensive experience within the Geelong basketball communityandastrongcommitment to developing athletes and coaches acrosstheregion.

Nicholson, currently director of coachingatGeelongUnitedBasketball andanassistantcoachforthewomen’s NBL1 team this past season, has been a central figure in player and coach development.

Ronan-Black, who contributed as a volunteer coach for Geelong United’s WNBL side last season and for the women’s NBL1 team this season, is widely recognised for her passion and dedication to nurturing emerging talent.

Geelong United CEO Mark Neeld said that both Nicholson and Ronan-Black had been integral to the success of our programs for some time.

“Their knowledge, energy, and enthusiasm make them ideal mentors for our athletes, and their ongoing involvement with the Venom underscores our commitment to developing pathways - not just for playersaimingfortheWNBL,butalso for coaches building their careers,” he said.

General manager of pathways Megan Moody added that the organisationwasfocusingongrowing a strong, sustainable culture at every leveloftheprogram.

“Simon and Hannah embody that mission. Their experience within our system ensures that our players and coaches continue to develop together, strengthening both the Venom program and the broader Geelong basketballcommunity,”shesaid.

The Venom will play their opening game of the season at home against SydneyonOctober18atTheArena.

Eagles soar high for flag

Newtown & Chilwell made it consecutive Geelong Netball League A Grade premierships at Kardinia Park, beating St Joseph’s on Friday September 26 and Independent photographer Ivan Kemp was there.

St Mary’s defy the odds

St Mary’s defeated St Joseph’s by 15 points in an enthralling Geelong Football League grand final at GMHBA Stadium on Friday September 26 and Independent photographer Ivan Kemp had prime access.

St Mary’s crowned GFL premiers

By Justin Flynn

A Sam Bourke masterclass has helped St Mary’s deliver a fairytale Geelong Football League premiership.

The crafty forward booted four goals and defied the wet conditions that swept over GMHBA Stadium in the third quarter on Friday September 26.

With rain teeming down, Bourke snapped up the ball from the deck and threaded through a classy right-snap halfway through the third term to give Mary’s a 25-point lead.

The Saints held on in the last, winning by 15 points.

St Mary’s had a mass exodus of players during the off-season and was expected to struggle, but finished in fourth spot on the ladder and produced a barnstorming finals run.

The nucleus was always there and with several promising youngsters making their claim, St Mary’s was too good.

Joeys looked the better side in the first quarter, but St Mary’s had deserved reward for persistence, taking a four-point lead into the break thanks to late goals, one a brilliant dribble kick from Bourke and other courtesy of double 50-metre penalties. Lewis Antonac was taken high, but the umpire adjudged it holding the ball and with a 100-metre penalty paid, was taken to the goal square where he kicked truly.

Conditions dried up for the last term, which was St Joseph’s best chance of pulling off a come from behind win.

They made a run with successive goals to Luke Webb via a nice dribble kick and then Joe Chaplin with a calm set shot at the 20-minute mark to reduce the margin to 18 points.

Joeyshadasniffnow,butBayleyCockerill, one of Mary’s off-season recruits, replied immediately to push the margin out to four goals.

St Mary’s ability to snuff out St Joseph’s challenge was impressive. They simply refused to let this one slip away.

Hamish Bourke was magnificent in keeping Joeys’ ace Paddy De Grandi to one goal, but also provided run and marking power in defence.

Keidan Rayner won the Frank Fopiani Medal for his job on young gun Hunter Lewis while Jack Blood was everywhere and Ryan Pendleburyshruggedoffanearlyinjuryscare to make a massive contribution.

For Joeys, Chaplin always looked

dangerous while Webb caused the Mary’s defence some headaches.

St Mary’s won the reserves premiership, coming from fifth to defeat Newtown & Chilwell by 23 points with Sam Christensen best afield with four goals.

It was a superb effort from Christensen, who put aside the disappointment of being left out of the senior side to be the difference.

South Barwon defeated Ocean Grove by 77 points in the Under 18 Division 1 decider with Zach Barnes best on ground for his fourgoal effort while Samuel Meaney also booted four.

Both teams gave their senior sides a lot to forward to with a stack of talent sure to filter through to higher honours.

GRAND FINALS

SENIORS

St Mary’s 3.1(19), 6.2(38), 8.5(53), 10.8(68)

St Joseph’s 2.3(15), 3.6(24), 4.9(33), 7.13(55)

GOALS: St Mary’s - Sam Bourke 4, Matthew Copley 2, Elijah Wales, Elliot MacDonald, Jack Blood, Bayley Cockerill. St Joseph’sMitch Chafer 2, Paddy De Grandi, Joseph Chaplin, Lewis Antonac, Luke Webb, Felix Henderson.

BEST: St Mary’s - Sam Bourke, Hamish Bourke, Keidan Rayner, Ryan Pendlebury, Jack Blood, Chris Jansen. St Joseph’s - Joseph Chaplin, Alex Hickey, James Gow, Luke Webb, Joel Edwards, Liam Betson.

RESERVES

St Mary’s 1.7(7), 1.3(9), 5.7(37), 7.10(52) Newtown & Chilwell 0.1(1), 2.2(14), 4.2(26), 4.5(29)

GOALS: St Mary’s - Sam Christensen 4, Cooper Hosking, Harry Segrave, Oliver Flynn. Newtown & Chilwell - Tom Beckworth, Michael Condy, Zach Barnes, Ashton Lovell.

BEST: St Mary’s - Sam Christensen, Henry Cook, Oliver Flynn, Noah Biggs, Harry

Segrave, Thomas Soraghan. Newtown & Chilwell - Rory Diamond, Nelson Browne, Michael Condy, Casey Morrissy, James Gard.

UNDER 18 DIVISION 1

South Barwon 4.2(26), 7.5(47), 12.7(79), 18.10(118) Ocean Grove 1.2(8), 3.3(21), 3.4(22), 6.5(41)

GOALS: South Barwon - Zach Stevens 4, Sam Meaney 4, Patrick Shirlow 3, Jai Hobson 2, Tyla Handscomb, Blake Boreham, Jai Natonewski, Jaxon Elzinga, Damien Hewson. Ocean Grove - Lenny Honner, Max Saltalamacchia, Byron Hansford, Zach Casamento, Fraser Stow.

BEST: South Barwon - Zach Stevens, Blake Boreham, Samuel Meaney, Jaxon Elzinga, Jai Hobson, Mitchell Ringin. Ocean Grove - Edward Clark, Charlie Confoy, George Every, Zach Casamento, Lenny Honner, Taj Burgoyne.

Eagles rock to consecutive GNL A Grade premierships

By Justin Flynn

In its 11th consecutive A Grade grand final, Newtown & Chilwell claimed yet another premiership, defeating St Joseph’s for the second year in a row.

The Eagles took control after half-time, as players battled pouring rain, to win 37 to 25. Star defender Charity Nasalio was the inaugural Olivia Cameron Medallist for her four-quarter performance rotating between goal keeper and goal defence.

The Eagles led by three at the first break, but Joeys rebounded in the second to draw level at 15-all halfway through the term. With rain making goal-shooting difficult, Mikaela Vaughan nailed her last three attempts to end the half with Newtown & Chilwell taking a three-goal advantage.

When young gun Closter goaled five minutes into the third term, Joeys were still in the contest and trailed by four.

But as champion teams do, the Eagles went into another gear with Vaughan and Julia Woolley upping the ante along with Vanessa Augustini and Danielle Mather in midcourt.

A seven-goal lead at the last change was

deserved and with four of the first five goals of the final stanza, the lead was now 10 and it was a bridge too far for Joeys.

A streak of four consecutive goals in the late stages of the game eventually saw Newtown & Chilwell comfortable winners.

Towners defenders Nasalio, Amy Wirth, Natalie Tommasini and Mia van Wyk were superb in the absence of Julia Woolley MedallistRubyPekin-Schlicht,whocouldn’t make it back from the UK for the game.

In the end it was a familiar sight on the dais after the game, but St Joseph’s will feel the gap is closing.

GRAND FINALS

A Grade: Newtown & Chilwell 37 def St Joseph’s 25. Best on court: Charity Nasalio (Newtown & Chilwell)

B Grade: St Mary’s 40 def South Barwon 39 in extra time. 33-33 after four quarters. Best on court: Jackie Riddle (St Mary’s)

C Grade: St Mary’s 50 def South Barwon 31. Best on court: Kate Fowles (St Mary’s)

D Grade: St Joseph’s 2 def South Barwon 17. Best on court: Sophie King (St Joseph’s)

E Grade: Leopold 32 def Grovedale 12. Best on court: Bonnie Hockley (Leopold) 19 & Under: South Barwon 27 def Newtown & Chilwell 21. Best on court: Amali Hill (South Barwon) 17 & Under Division 1: Geelong West Giants 37

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