What an amazing weekend of activity in Lorne for so many different reasons and if there were any doubters out there as to the ongoing advantages of having a vibrant, community focused, Lorne Angling and Aquatic Club \u2013 then it\u2019s time to think again! Over the weekend our leading Commodore, Keith Miller, was front and centre in three ocean rescues all of which required off shore marine assistance.<\/p>\n
Not having any coast guard sea and rescue services at the beck and call of our blue water enthusiasts, the risks associated
\nwith boating in this area are greater than the norm with the rescue services that do exist, based far from Lorne. It is times like these recent rescues, and many from the past, that it is so comforting to know that we have such a group of skilled volunteers ready to jump into action.<\/p>\n
Night or day, we have committed community members, across many varied disciplines, going above and beyond in their endeavors to help others.<\/p>\n
It was with a touch of jovial good humor when our Commodore Keith was returning home late on Sunday evening after a
\nrescue, that he attracted a subtle \u201cbarb\u201d from another strong local volunteer, one with a strong Local Government connection.<\/p>\n
The latter, enjoying a night out with good friends at a local restaurant caught a glimpse of the Green Tractor heading
\ndown Mountjoy Parade following the third successful rescue, texted the Commodore with a message of request to slow down so as to ensure the tractor noise didn\u2019t upset the wine. It was all in good jest and a sign of the immense mutual held for all.<\/p>\n
It should however, not be too much of a surprise given the volunteer culture of our town. Whether it be CFA, SES, our local police and ambulance services or the amazing team at the Lorne Community andHospital Op shop, just to name a few, all of whom support so many. We are so lucky to enjoy the culture that is Lorne.<\/p>\n
In recognition of one of our finest, the \u201cCamel Lily Pond Walk\u201d will be officially opened at 2-00pm on Sunday 25th of November. The naming of this beautiful walk pays tribute to the contribution to the reserve and to the Lorne Community by Michael \u201cCamel\u201d Callanan and all are invited to attend.<\/p>\n
On Monday last, there was a follow-up meeting, initiated by the Lorne Business and Tourism Association (LBTA). Those present included representatives from the executive team of the Amy Gillett Foundation, Surf Coast Shire, Vic Roads, Emergency Services and Community Members. It was well facilitated by\u00a0\u00a0Tony Elder and in my view, brought all
\nstakeholders closer together in ensuring the 2019 Gran Fondo event is one of the most successful yet.<\/p>\n
Don\u2019t forget to mark in your diary two important dates. First, the final Committee for Lunch for 2018 on Friday December 7 and then Annual General Meeting on December 13 at 5.30 pm at the Lorne Leisure Centre.<\/p>\n