Sand sculptures impress at annual contest

RACING cars, hippopotamuses, a huge dragon and travel-inspired sand sculptures were among the mix at Queenscliff Neighbourhood House’s annual contest at the weekend.

About 300 people came down to check out the 20th Sand Sculpture Contest on Sunday, with almost 40 groups taking part.

Painter Mark Eadie created the most popular sand sculpture of the day with his dragon Draco, which also earnt him first prize in the single adults category.

Mr Eadie said he was inspired to create a dragon because he regularly sketched and painted them.

Prizes were awarded to first, second and third place getters in age categories for singles and groups, adults and children.

Back at the Neighbourhood House, a second hand book sale of great holiday reads was on offer throughout the morning.

A barbecue run by the town’s Men’s Shed also offered a sausage sizzle, and many stayed to enjoy the Sea of Ukes.