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Free parking during renewal constructionFree off-street parking is now part of the city centre
renewal business support package.
Council has adopted the City Centre Renewal - Free Parking Strategy which included the following key points:
• Provision of 144 free car parks in Parkers Car Park from November 1, 2016, to the 31 December 31, 2017.
• Provision of 249 free car parks in Ozone Square Car Park from November 1, 2017 to the December 31, 2018.
• Provision of 10 free 15-minute car parks in Coles Younger Car Park.• Provision of 220 free car parks at the Railway Precinct Car Park on Merri Street between
Fairy Street and Gilles Street in the 2016-2017 financial year. With the construction of this car park there will more free parking than paid parking in the city centre with 2,138 of the 4012 car parks free on an ongoing basis.
“Council recognises that the construction phase of the city centre renewal will cause disruption and the development of a business support package will encourage business activity, stimulate trade and attract shoppers during the construction,” Manager City Renewal Tanya Egan said.
“The support package, together with Council’s construction principles of maintaining pedestrian and vehicle access and maximising on-street parking in the construction area, will help Liebig Street remain a busy place and open for business during construction.”The free parking strategy represents an investment by Warrnambool ratepayers of $490,000 over three years.
Other components of a proposed support package under consideration are:• waivers of a range of existing fees and charges for businesses located within the
construction area;• a building façade improvement and all-abilities access grant scheme; and,• events and promotions, communications and business skills programs.
Council has already invested $50,000 in 2015-2016 to support Liebig Street traders through the I Love Liebig campaign. Free parking was also provided over the 2015-2016 holiday season within most city centre off-street carparks at a cost to ratepayers of $88,000.
Are you a potential
Councillor candidate?
If you are passionate about your community you may wish to
consider standing for Council.
As a councillor you can influence decisions in your community about:
• community development• recreation, sports, arts & culture• public health and safety• essential infrastructure• development and future planning• the environment
If you’re interested in standing as a candidate to become a Warrnambool City Councillor at the next elections, you need to be:• 18 years or over;• an Australian citizen; and• enrolled as a resident or ratepayer of
Warrnambool CityCouncillors play an important community leadership role and influence the decisions that councils make about what happens locally.
As part of the Council of seven elected candidates, a councillor gets involved in:• determining Council policy• developing and monitoring Council’s
strategic plans and budgets• overseeing the allocation of Council’s
finances and resources• making sure Council’s resources are used
fairly for the benefit of the whole of the community
• and facilitating effective communication between Council and the community.
If you are thinking about nominating as a candidate in the next Council Elections, the Municipal Association of Victoria (MAV) is conducting an information session in Warrnambool at the Civic Centre on Thursday, July 7, from 7pm to 9pm.
Go to www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au/elections for more information.If you’re 18 or over and live, or are a ratepayer in Warrnambool you’re eligible to vote. To confirm your enrolment in the City of Warrnambool you can visit the Victorian Electoral Commission website or call 131 832.
The Warrnambool City Council elections are being held by postal vote in October 2016. The Victorian Electoral Commission will conduct the election. All postal votes must be received by 6pm Friday 21October 2016.
More than 150 Warrnambool residents have taken up the H30 Challenge, pledging to swap sugary drinks for
water for 30 days in May.
Between them, they have avoided about 100kg of sugar over 30 days!
That’s a significant healthbenefit, not to mention themoney they saved.
Congratulations to all who made the pledge to improve their health by canning sugary drinks for 30 days. No doubt they are feeling healthier for their efforts.
For more information about simple ways to improve your health visit www.vichealth.vic.gov.au
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This year’s festival will run from Sunday June 26 until Saturday July 2 with tickets now on sale.
Now in its 18th year, the multi-award winning festival will deliver a fresh line-up of spectacular entertainment and inspiring activities designed to capture the imagination of both young and old.
Performers this year include Australian children’s music legend Peter Combe, ABC Kids television’s newest music sensation SplashDance, DreamWorks Kung Fu Panda 3 – Warriors of Peace, the Melbourne City Ballet, a Taylor Swift tribute show and the Sons of Obiwan Saber Academy.
Two stages will host over 80 live performances and there will be 18 unique activity zones to explore.Festival Director Kim Griffith said attendees could expect 2.5 acres of non-stop entertainment and activities for children aged 2-12.
“We’ve got a great line-up of some of the best children’s entertainers in Australia as well as heaps of hands-on workshops to get involved in.
“Fun4Kids is designed exclusively for kids so you can be confident knowing that we are a totally child and pram-friendly environment and encourage kids to be, well, kids.
“We’ve had great feedback from parents who love the fact that it’s one entry fee, and then all the fun is free.
The art of the seaThe Oceanarium Zone will give children attending Fun4Kids an insight into our amazing marine
world, from our coastal rockpools to the deepest regions of the
ocean and everything in between.
This interactive art project was made possible by some very talented local artists as well as more than 600
helpers.
In the months leading up to Fun4Kids, artists Deb Saunders, Becky Nevin Berger and Julie Poi Kelly delivered a series of workshops teaching people how to knit using only their hands and reclaimed T-Shirt material. The activities were adapted for people of
varying ages and abilities with finger knitting taught along with arm knitting for the more adventurous.
Younger children made pom-poms, a task which required them to work in pairs and that was invariably a lot of fun.The result is the Oceanarium Woven Forest
Whale Sanctuary – a three-metre high woven kelp forest, ready to be explored.
Oceanarium also encompasses the Rocky Shore Wonder Place by Becky Nevin Berger, Deep Ocean Other World by Karen Richards and the Open Ocean Video Sphere by Colleen Hughson.
Performer list:
“Compare us with any other school holiday attraction and we guarantee we provide more bang for your buck.”
Single, 4-Day Explorer and 7-Day Super Saver passes are available.
For more information and to purchase tickets visit www.fun4kids.com.au
Being named the best festival and event at the 2015 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards was a timely reminder of just how lucky we
are in Warrnambool to have such a fantastic event in our own backyard.
The 2016 Fun4Kids Festival is on this month, with a mix of household names and exciting new acts on the bill.
SplashDance
Le Petit Circus
Nay Nay Let’s Play
The Alpha Show of Aladdin
Impro Melbourne presents The Fairytale Cookbook
Dinosaur Time Machine
DreamWorks Kung Fu Panda 3
Live and Learn the Jedi Way by Sons of Obiwan Saber Academy
Taylor Made:A Tribute to Taylor Swift
Melbourne City Ballet presents Tink
Trash Test Dummies
How to be A Rock Star
Morganics
Sticks Stones Broken Bones
Jhoom Bollywood
Sean Murphy Comedy presents Kids’ Party Confidential
Angels with Sweaty Feet presented by The Victorian
College of the Arts Secondary School
Galloping Tales Digital Puppetry
Popcorn’s Pop40
Wash your Kids in Orange Juice by Peter Combe
The Twisted Science Fizzle and Pop Show by Scientwists
Loose Ends
Plhy Crew
Mik Maks
The Kazoos
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The Art of VolunteeringYou are invited to put pen to paper, brush to canvas
or camera to iris and get creative with the Art of Volunteering in Warrnambool project.
Organisations or individuals are encouraged to tell a story, take a picture or create a piece of art that depicts the way they view volunteering in Warrnambool and the surrounding district.
Warrnambool City Council Volunteer Coordinator Bernadette Northeast said that the aim was to gather and collate images and stories of volunteering and volunteers.
The WAG CycleWhile audit processes are a part of all modern galleries, the team at the Warrnambool Art Gallery (WAG) saw an opportunity to have a bit of fun and build a greater appreciation for its collection in the community.
The WAG Cycle was an exhibition and series of workshops and events which opened up the collection to a broad
audience, encouraging people to “look closer”.
Not only that, there were plenty of opportunities for people to create their own works of art in traditional media like oils and watercolours, as well as some decidedly non-traditional media such as crochet, face-painting and even baking art-themed cakes!
WAG Director, Vanessa Gerrans said that hundreds of people embraced their creative side and got involved.
“Having so much of our collection on display at one time has been a great opportunity for people to enjoy the diversity of works at the gallery as well as inspiring new works of their own,” she said.
“We were really excited to be able to engage with so many people in such a playful way.”
Curator of Exhibitions and Outreach Gareth Colliton said that “the WAG Cycle was done in a way that created opportunities for people, who wouldn’t necessarily consider themselves artists, to be creative.
“An avid knitter, for example, already has all of the skills required to create some interesting artworks.”
The WAG with be closed from June 8 ahead of preparations for the Fun4Kids Festival. It will reopen on July 16.
The region’s most popularportrait prize is back for anotheryear, with registrations now open for theWarrnibald Portrait Competition.
Drawing inspiration from the renowned Archibald Prize, the Warrnibald invites artists currently living in Warrnambool, Moyne or Corangamite to enter a portrait of someone who has made a significant contribution to local culture, charity, business,
sport or politics in our region or has represented our region in these areas nationally or internationally.
The prize is a joint initiative of the Warrnambool Art Gallery (WAG) and Western District Employment Agency (WDEA) with money raised from the sale of paintings going to WDEA’s Artlink program, which makes the creation and enjoyment of art accessible for people with a disability or who are experiencing disadvantage.
WAG Director Vanessa Gerrans said that the Warrnibald was quickly establishing itself as a highlight on the regional arts calendar.
“The enthusiasm that the Warrnibald has generated among local artists as well as the wider community is tremendous,” she said.“Last year’s exhibition was incredibly successful and this year is shaping up to be even bigger. It’s early days yet, but I wouldn’t be surprised if we had over 50 portraits submitted.
“We are pleased to be able to include the Warrnibald in our post-Fun4Kids Festival exhibition program, which also includes emerging artist Jessica Meggs, a grand display of sacred spaces by Claudia Terstappen and a series of prints by Melbourne and Warrnambool artists.”
WDEA will continue to support local artists by offering prizes which include the Judge’s Choice ($2000) and the ‘Archibool’, or People’s Choice ($2000).
Last year Madeleine Peters won the Judge’s Choice award with her portrait of The Standard journalist Matt Neal while Jeffrey Vizon won the People’s Choice award with his portrait of Pippa Rea.
The exhibition opens on Saturday July 16 and runs until Sunday August 21.For entry forms and full terms and conditions, visit www.thewag.com.au or enquire at the front desk at either the WAG or WDEA.
“Entries do not have to be of a professional artist quality, but they do need to reflect the personality of volunteering,” she said.
“We want people to show what it means to volunteer and how volunteers benefit individuals and the community.
“Paintings, photographs, poems, shorts stories… there’s no restriction on the medium, so you can be as creative as you like.”
The best submissions will be exhibited and photographed to create a printed book of stories and images.
For more information and to obtain an entry form contact Project Officer Leanne Pickett on 0409 963 395 or email [email protected].
Submissions are due by Monday July 18.
2016 Warrnibald Portrait Competition entries open
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Join in our Guinness World Record attempt
Have you ever dreamt of breaking a Guinness World Record?
This could be your chance!
AquaZone’s swim school will be one of 500 locations in 23 countries to participate in the world’s largest
swimming lesson on June 24.
Now in its seventh year, the event is designed to build awareness about the importance of teaching children to swim to help prevent drowning, while allowing people from around the world to feel the excitement of being part of an official world record attempt.
The 2015 Royal Life Saving Society’s National Drowning Report highlighted that between July 1 2014 and June 20 2015, 271 people drowned in Australian waterways.
The current record for the largest swimming lesson, 36,564, was set in 2015.
This figure is expected to be blown out of the water this year, with more than 40,000 people expected to take part.
The event, for children aged five to 12, will start at 3pm with each child receiving an official certificate of completion.
AquaZone Manager Ray Smith said that there was an aura surrounding Guinness World Record attempts.
“We are really excited to be included as an official location for the event,” he said.
“As soon as you mention Guinness World Records everyone gets excited, especially kids.
“So many kids dream of being able to break an official world record and for local primary students, that dream can become a reality on June 24.
“The time of this year’s event lines up perfectly for Victorians, with most primary schools finishing early for the last day of term giving kids time to get to AquaZone ahead of the record attempt.”
Participation is free.
Registrations can be completed at www.aquazone.com.au.
Reid Oval stakeholders are working with Council to develop a framework
for future development ofthe sports ground.
A forum held on May 25 highlighted the interest from the user groups in seeing Reid Oval developed as the
region’s premier outdoor sports ground, which aligns with Council’s vision for Reid Oval.
Present at the forum were representatives from Warrnambool Football Netball Club, East Warrnambool Football Netball Club, the Warrnambool and District Cricket Association, Nestles Cricket Club, the AFL Western District Commission, Hampden Football Netball League, AFL Victoria, the Warrnambool and District Football Umpires
Going solar at the Council depotA substantial solar electric installation at the depot is delivering
environmental and financial benefits.
Since the solar array was switched on last year consumption of power from the electricity grid has dropped significantly, so too have power bills and carbon emissions.
The panels are generating approximately 24 MWh of electricity annually, reducing our carbon footprint by approximately 34 tons per year and providing annual savings of about $8,000.For those who love detail the photovoltaic array is 20kW in total comprising a 10kW system on an administration building and another 10kW system on the parks and gardens shed.There are 40 panels per building and each system has 20 Enphase 250W micro-inverters.The system was installed by local firm Leahy Electrical.
Table 1 shows a series of quarterly electricity bills before and after the solar power system was switched on. Table 2 shows the average daily power consumption before and after the installation.
Table 1Qtr Bill
1 $2,766.622 $2,478.603 $2,059.144 $2,058.245 $2,468.996 $2,457.067 $1,746.788 $1,451.609 $1,361.6310 $1,885.02
11 $558.6412 $540.34
Table 2Qtr Average Daily Consumption kWh
1 1362 143.17647063 106.90362244 115.37322475 127.92576096 143.67293337 129.57164388 112.77688079 124.908082210 132.2834783
11 70.0401075312 64.36
Solar switched on
Association and the Western Waves Cricket Region.
There was general agreement that the surface of the oval was a high priority with future efforts to consider lighting, changerooms and improvements to general amenity.The 40 attendees heard from football and cricket turf experts who provided technical information on the current state of Reid Oval and the work required to improve the playing surface.
A framework, to be developed from the feedback gathered at the forum, will be considered at a Council meeting then put before the public for comment.In the longer term a plan will be developed to identify, prioritise and cost the improvements required to upgrade Reid Oval.
Building a framework for Reid Oval
The Wellington Street pedestrian bridge is due to be completed by the end of June, with the main structure craned into position in late May.
When completed, the bridge will provide a safe crossing of the Merri River for the South Warrnambool
community.The 22m bridge structure has a life expectancy of 75 years, and the decking, 35 years.The $120,000 project was funded via Council’s Small Infrastructure Fund.
Wellington St Bridgenearing completion
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Warrnambool makes a winning connectionThe Connect Warrnambool website and community directory has
been recognised with a Parks and Leisure Australia award.
Parents and carers will have the opportunity to meet the kindergarten educators, view the facilities and get all the information they need to enrol their child in three or four-year-
old kindergarten in 2017.
Children are also welcome to attend open day, which will give them a glimpse at the fun 2017 has in store.All 10 Council-run kindergartens will be open to the public from 9am-12pm.Central, City, East Warrnambool and South Warrnambool kindergartens will also be open from 1pm-3pm.
Council’s three-year-old kindergarten program will expand in 2017, with the service to be offered at Mahogany kindergarten in West Warrnambool in addition to Allansford kindergarten.
For the first time, four-year-old kindergarten enrolments can be completed online, making the process more convenient for parents. Paper enrolments are still required for three-year-old kindergarten.
All Warrnambool City Council kindergartens have achieved an “exceeding” rating under the National Quality standards, the comprehensive set of measures that help families identify the quality of approved education and childcare services.
This year kindergarten staff have implemented the Local Indigenous Language Project into their programs. As a result, the 2017 kindergarten group names have changed, and are now based on Australian animals and birds.
Warrnambool City Council Early Years Learning and Development Service Manager Ebony Grieve said kindergarten introduced children to the joy of learning in a comfortable, fun environment.
“Kindergarten is the first step in a child’s educational journey. It’s also a lot of fun and a great way to make new friends and develop social skills.
“We have a focus on learning through play and ensuring that each child has a wonderful experience that prepares them for primary school.
“Kinder open day is great because it allows children to see just how much fun kinder can be, and it hopefully builds excitement ahead of their first day.
“For parents, it’s a one-stop-shop to ask any questions they have and gather all the information they need to make an informed decision about their child’s kinder enrolment.”
Kinder enrolments will also open on June 6, with enrolment kits available at all kindergartens on open day.
Kits will also be made available at the Civic Centre at 25 Liebig St, the Children’s Service Centre at 600 Raglan Pde and on the Council website from June 6.
For a full list of Council kindergartens, their addresses and more information visit www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au.
2016 Kinder Open DayMonday June 6 is Warrnambool City
Council kindergarten open day.
Connect Warrnambool, an initiative of Warrnambool City Council (WCC) and Regional Development Victoria,
was awarded “Best Use of Technology” and edged out nominations from Greater Geelong, Bayside and Casey councils.
Connect Warrnambool has created an online community supported by a purpose-built
outcome for our community,” Cr Gaston said.
“I offer congratulations to the team who delivered this award-winning result.
“The website includes a directory of local groups and clubs and the Facebook page provides each of them with a huge platform to share and distribute information to the wider community.
“Connect Warrnambool is building a stronger and more connected community for the good times and also times when we may need to pitch in and help one another.”
The Connect Warrnambool Facebook page has attracted more than 3,250 likes.
The concept provides Warrnambool residents with a new way to find out about local activities and events, get involved in community activities and volunteering opportunities, or simply ask questions about what’s happening in Warrnambool.
The information on www.connectwarrnambool.com.au is created and driven by residents.
website and Facebook page that works like a virtual community noticeboard.
WCC Mayor Cr Kylie Gaston said the award was great recognition for an innovative idea which was then successfully delivered.
“This is a credit to our staff who go above and beyond with their passion to achieve the best
Kinder open day is great because it allows children to see just how much fun kinder can be, and it hopefully builds excitement ahead
of their first day.
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Visiting us in person Civic Centre25 Liebig Street Warrnambool Vic 3280Open from 8.30am - 5pm, Mon–Fri.
Postal address Warrnambool City CouncilP.O Box 198Warrnambool 3280
Telephone 03 5559 4800
SMS 0429 709 146
Live ChatTop right corner ofwww.warrnambool.vic.gov.au
Website www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au
Online directoriesCouncil’s online Business and Community directories can be found atwww.directories.warrnambool.vic.gov.au.
Have your sayFind out how to have your say by logging onto our website at www.warrnambool.vic.gov.au and visiting the Your Say link.
Council meetings
Monday June 6
5.45pmWarrnambool Civic Centre, 25 Liebig St
Cr Rob Askew4 Dunvegan Court, Warrnamboolp. 0428 394 888e. [email protected]
Cr Jacinta ErmacoraPO Box 198, Warrnamboolp. 0400 155 180e. [email protected]
Cr Peter Hulin1-3 Ponting Drive, Warrnamboolp. 0411 697 052e. [email protected]
Cr Brian Kelson120 Liebig Street, Warrnamboolp. 0478 773 372e. [email protected]
Cr Michael NeohPO Box 511, Warrnamboolp. 0408 543 638e. [email protected]
Cr Peter Sycopoulis12 Jackman Avenue, Warrnamboolp. 0439 722 451e. [email protected]
Cr Kylie Gaston, Mayorp. 0437 623 715e. [email protected]
It is no accident that much of the rural landscape of the Great South Coast is dedicated to dairy farming.
Fertile soils, reliable rainfall and groundwater supplies make the region highly suited to milk production.
The dairy industry is a major employer and there are many other people and businesses who benefit indirectly from the presence of our thriving dairy sector.So when the dairy industry faces challenges – as it does now – many are affected.None more so, of course, than those who rise before the sun and who, at this time of year may still be working after it has set.I was fortunate enough to attend the recent Great South West Dairy Awards and it was clear that we have an extremely innovative dairy industry that is efficient and producing great products.
It was also apparent that the announcements on cuts to prices, made retrospectively, had taken their toll.We now have recognition from Federal and State governments that this is a challenge requiring considerable financial support. The dairy industry, vital to our region, deserves this support as it works its way through these difficult times.
The future of Warrnambool’s Deakin University campus is still to be determined.
The Council and the Regional Tertiary Advisory Group continue to engage with Deakin to ensure that Warrnambool remains a university city.Our region needs a university campus to ensure our young people have access
to higher education opportunities. The university has also attracted many talented people and both staff and graduates have greatly enriched our city and helped make it a more attractive, vibrant place.
Are you passionate about Warrnambool? Why not consider standing for Council.
It’s incredibly exciting as a councillor to be able to help shape the direction in which your community is heading.Being a councillor has provided me with a great insight into the work done my so many, often voluntarily, which makes our city the wonderful place it is.I would encourage anyone who is interested in supporting the community to consider running for council and attending the information session in Warrnambool for prospective Council candidates. It will be held at the Civic Centre on Thursday, July 7, from 7pm to 9pm.
Minute with
Youth Mayor
Hello, my name is Gabby Good and I’m in year 12 at Warrnambool College.
It is a great privilege to have been elected to the role of Youth Mayor in what will be my third year on the Youth
Council, and I’m looking forward to another great year of work with my fellow Youth Councillors.
This year our focus is on education. One group of councillors is working on promoting the different pathways available through upper secondary and tertiary
education, while a second group is aiming to improve youth mental health and help young people to cope with the stresses of school and life in general. These areas are ones that we have identified as being of high importance to the wellbeing of our peers within the community, and tie in with the ongoing issue of education attainment within our region.
Along with these projects, the youth council will also work in a variety of other areas, including giving feedback to various groups on behalf of the youth of Warrnambool, coordinating programs such as ‘Walktober’ which has run for the last two years, and organising events such as the Youth Achiever Awards ceremony held in February each year. I’d like to take this chance to welcome our new members, and congratulate all youth councillors for volunteering their time to become leaders within our community. I anticipate a great year ahead!
Granny’s Grave Pipeline plantingSaturday June 4, 10am-12pm
Granny’s Grave carparkHelp regenerate the dune where the sewerage pipe was upgraded by planting low-growing indigenous species and enjoy the gorgeous view. Free barbecue to follow. Bring gloves
and a spade, if you have them.For enquiries call Bruce on 0431 057 741
Develop Your Online Strategy Wednesday June 8, 6pm
South West TAFE, third floorLearn how to develop a strategy to help grow your business through your online activities and make your products and services easy for potential customers to find. This small,
interactive workshop will demystify the digital world and help bring focus and clarity
to your online marketing activities.For bookings or for further enquiries
please contact Eddie from the Economic Development Unit on 5559 4925 or to book
online visit www.business.vic.gov.au
Guided Walks of the Botanic Gardens
Sunday June 12 and 26, 2.30pmWarrnambool Botanic Gardens
A gentle walk through the gardens highlighting their history, appreciating the
trees and shrubs and enjoying yarns spun by a Friends of the Botanic Gardens volunteer.
For more information contact the Friends on [email protected]
Get into Cardio TennisEvery Tuesday, 9.30am – 10.15am
Lake PertobeGet into Cardio Tennis is a fun, low-impact
group workout using tennis racquets and balls in the park - it’s tennis, but not as you know
it! Presented by Tennis Victoria.www.getintocardiotennis.com.au
Rhyme TimeEvery Friday, 10.30am – 11am
Warrnambool LibraryCome along to Rhyme Time ready to wiggle
your fingers, clap your hands and have a fun time. Ideal for those aged 0-3 and their
parents, grandparents or carers.www.crlc.vic.gov.au
The Greats of70s Country Music
Saturday June 4, 8pm
The Best of the EaglesFriday June 10, 8pm
Foster and AllenSunday June 12, 5pm
Educating RitaTuesday June 14, 8pm
Dance 101 “Got Rhythm”Friday June 17, 6pm andSaturday June 18, 4pm
Umbilical BrothersThursday June 23, 7.30pm
Elvis: If I Can DreamFriday June 24, 8pm
Harley Breen &Dirty Angel Comedy
Saturday July 2, 8pm
Thanks to
media supporter
LePetit Circus SplashDance Nay Nah, Let’s Play
Trash Test Dummies Peter Combe Melbourne City Ballet’s“Tink”
