Phillip Island & San Remo Advertiser

25/07/2025

🌳💙 A bright blue tree now stands at NRMA Phillip Island Beachfront Holiday Park – a symbol of hope, healing, and starting conversations about mental health.

Park Manager Daniel Rutter led the project in memory of a young apprentice named Chad, reminding us that mental health doesn’t take a break – even on holiday.

Locals gathered to show support, share stories, and leave handprints of hope. The tree, part of the , is a powerful reminder to check in, speak up, and support one another. 💬💙

Learn more: bluetreeproject.com.au

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24/07/2025

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24/07/2025

Concerned about the cost of your electricity bill?
Ever wondered how it is calculated or how it can be reduced?
Then Totally Renewable Phillip Island's (TRPI) monthly community meeting may be able to help.
The free meeting will be held on July 26, 10am-2pm, at the Cowes RSL Anzac Room.
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24/07/2025

Don’t miss this year’s Festival of Stories, which kicks off with a special screening at 7pm on Friday of “The Correspondent”, starring Richard Roxborough as Australian journalist Peter Greste.
There are 18 amazing authors and writers appearing at this year’s festival, which is designed to “challenge and enlighten” us, “encourage laughter and an understand of who we are”, said President of the Island Story Gatherers, Lois Gaskin.

23/07/2025

Despite two extensive (and expensive) upgrades over the past two years, once again the state of the Cowes oval is cause for concern. Council confirmed a range of measures to help the ground recover, as the heavy training and games schedule for PIFNC takes its toll on the ground.

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23/07/2025

The community is being ask for their input on a new masterplan for the Summerland Peninsula, with two sessions schedule for next week. The Nature Parks have described the masterplan as a "once in a generation" opportunity to address the future of the Nobbies, including the fate of the Nobbies Centre, as well as examining issues like traffic in the area and wildlife protections. Two sessions are scheduled for next week: July 29 at the Penguin Parade from 5.30pm and July 31 at North Pier Hotel from 12.30pm.

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23/07/2025

💙 After an incredible career, Sam Docherty has announced this week will be his final game.
A proud product of Phillip Island Football Netball Club, Sam’s love for the game started young—deeply rooted in a family passionate about footy and community.
From junior Island days to Carlton legend, we’re so proud of you, Sam.

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Sam Docherty sits back to reflect after announcing his retirement.

23/07/2025

📚 Don’t miss this year’s Festival of Stories!
🎬 Kicks off this Friday with a screening of The Correspondent starring Richard Roxborough.
🎤 Saturday 10am: Peter Greste in conversation with Gideon Haigh on media freedom.
🖋️ 18 incredible authors & speakers across the weekend, exploring the theme “What’s Your Story?”
🎟️ Tix & full program: www.pifestivalofstories.com

Get ready to be inspired, challenged & connected! 💬✨

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23/07/2025

Homeowners threatened by sea level rise should be informed of the risks, with some Bass Coast Shire councillors questioning why any housing development was being allowed in these areas, citing a "moral responsibility" to stop people building in areas at risk of inundation.
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22/07/2025

With consultation underway for the Summerland Peninsula masterplan, including future options for the Nobbies Centre, we look back at the controversial history of the building, which was fiercely opposed by the local community when it was first announced back in 1996.

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22/07/2025

🌊 Making the connection – Surf, stories and mental health
Shore Break is coming to Berninneit on July 30 — a one-of-a-kind event blending surfing culture with raw, real conversations about mental health.
The evening features a one-man theatre performance followed by a Q&A panel with big wave legend Ross Clarke-Jones, Operation Soul Surf founder Barry Randall, and local advocate Chris Pitman, hosted by former NT policeman and mental health ambassador Paul Milne.
Paul’s own journey back from the edge brings deep understanding to this conversation:
🧠 “Being vulnerable is strong… There’s no shame in speaking up.”
Expect connection, insight, and inspiration.
🎟️ Tickets are selling fast: trybooking.com/events/landing/1362864
More info: basscoastculturalvenues.com
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22/07/2025

Mary goes to Canberra: Congratulations to the new Member for Monash, Mary Aldred, who has just been sworn in as part of the 48th Parliament. Mary is quickly getting used to her new surroundings and making herself known ... seen here with Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Hon Milton Dick MP.