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A Symbio family MATT RADNIDGE, KYLIE ELLIOTT AND THE WORLD-FAMOUS IMOGEN

Helensburgh | Otford | Darkes Forest | Stanwell Tops | Stanwell Park | Coalcliff

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14 Dr Rip Top 5 tips for summer 16 Cover feature Symbio’s award-winning Matt Radnidge 18 Zoo arrivals! Kids, can you find the red panda on this page?

NEWS Gardening Vertu’s hanging 07 Mia needs a home Indoor cat 20 garden of kokedamas seeks loving family for cuddles 26 What’s on Library storytime, 08 Lolly run It’s time for Santa to gigs at the Bombie Bar get in his fire engine 30 Schools Helensburgh students 10 Waratah March Re-enactment sing at service to recall World War I event 32 Schools Stanwell Park kids 24 Catch up Mural unveiled, create Indigenous garden Lions Fair raffle winners 34 Fun for kids Christmas play dough – and an art party!

BUSINESS SPORT 22 Butcher Christian Rowe 28 Chamber Chatter 46 Coalcliff SLSC Bridge run 35 Business directory Your 47 Sea Eels Cool swimmers ultimate local guide 48 Golf All fun and games 49 Tennis New coach LIFESTYLE 50 Tides 12 Green Xmas Have fun and 51 BMX Saya set for huge 2016 help the planet 52 Surfing Dr helps the disabled LETTERS 04 Helensburgh Cemetery Poem with a message

Cover image courtesy of Symbio W ildlife Park

MEET OUR CONTRIBUTORS HEATHER SMITH

is the former editor of the online Northern Exposure newsletter and, prior to that, the Wollongong & Northern Leader. She is also a former editor of 2508’s predecessor, The Helensburgh & District News. Heather has lived in Stanwell Park since 2002 and has been involved in many community activities.

Heather specialises in property reporting as she was a former Property Editor of The Australian, as well as a real estate agent. She is convinced everyone has a story. See page 24 for Heather’s Festival of Flight report.

JIM POWELL was born in Helensburgh in 1945 and attended Helensburgh Primary School. He represented the Illawarra, playing soccer and rugby league for the Northern Suburbs. His great love was the Stanwell Park Surf Life Saving Club, which he joined in 1958. Jim started his trade as a jeweller; later worked at the mine; and has a diploma in horticulture.

His hobby is growing and showing camellias, winning many awards. Forty years ago, Jim joined the NSW Fire Brigade and is still with the Helensburgh 325 Station. See page 8.

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DR ROB BRANDER

– aka ‘Dr Rip’ – is a coastal geomorphologist and Associate Professor at the University of New South Wales in Sydney. A resident of Stanwell Park, he’s been studying beaches for 25 years, starting in Canada where water temperatures convinced him come to Australia to do his PhD. He is an international expert on rip currents and runs a beach safety education program called The Science of the Surf (www.scienceofthesurf. com). He wrote Dr Rip’s Essential Beach Book. Read his column on page 14.

LUCY LEE

is a local mum, artist, and founder of Helensburgh’s The Art Box Studio. She co-ordinates arty events for children and runs school holiday art programs. Lucy has a visual arts degree and worked as an art technician in a private girls school in Perth. She moved to Helensburgh in 2011. Lucy shares her favourite playdough recipe on page 34 and an invitation to attend a special craft and sensory play session on December 21.

Contact: theartbox2508@gmail.com.

DISTRICT NEWS EDITORS Genevieve Swart, Marcus Craft ART DIRECTOR Brendon Wise REGULAR CONTRIBUTORS Rob Brander, Sara Newnham, Anthony Warry, Heather Smith CONTACT PO Box 248, Helensburgh, 2508 editor@2508mag.com.au www.2508mag.com.au www.facebook.com/2508mag There is a contributor’s drop box at Helensburgh Newsagency on Parkes Street.

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Have a say Write to us at PO Box 248, Helensburgh, 2508, or email editor@2508mag.com.au

AN ODE TO HELENSBURGH CEMETERY

It is a shame, maybe even a disgrace To see how we have let Helensburgh Cemetery go to waste.

The presentation along Cemetery Road of this historic site Gives you much more than a little fright The graveyard’s road that goes around, Is nothing more than rough old dirt mounds.

(Don’t you think a road of tar would be much better by far?)

“This should not be, should not be” Is the email to Council as our plea!

“It’s been like it for a long time, they won’t listen” you may say, Well maybe our good Council will do the right thing – upgrade and pay.

Residents of 2508 could be laid to rest at Helensburgh Cemetery one day, So wouldn’t you like it to be a nice place to stay.

– Lee-Ann Martin, Stanwell Tops (newish resident, of 27 years.)

EXTRACT FROM LEE-ANN’S LETTER TO COUNCIL

In the Draft Capital Works Programme for 2015/16 to 2018/19… there is provision for works on the Landscaping and Exeloo building totalling $200,000 approximately for Helensburgh Cemetery.

Would the council please consider adding to this upgrade a better front presentation of the historic Helensburgh site (something similar to Wollongong Memorial Gardens) and a tar road in and around the cemetery grounds?

Lee-Ann’s submissions win Letter of the Month! The prize is a $50 Tradies Gift Card (24 Boomerang Street, 4294 1122).

IS WOLLONGONG CITY COUNCIL LISTENING?

The budget sessions and financial planning for Councillors on Wollongong City Council has commenced for 2016/17.

Have your say! But more importantly, is Council listening?

I will represent every resident suggestion to Council as part of this forthcoming budget process.

So put on your thinking caps, what would you

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like to see happen in our Ward?

A gym exercise circuit at Helensburgh. A modern entry to the Helensburgh cemetery. A skateboard park for Thirroul. Or even just curb and guttering in your street. Tell me your request in an email to cr.gpetty@wollongong.nsw.gov.au Why am I appealing for suggestions? My belief is Council has ignored the northern suburbs like many other outlying towns in the LGA for far too long and things need to change.

But we first need to tell Council we are not happy and show them what we don’t have.

Council is transfixed on paving the mall, paying for shopkeepers to change their building facades (CBD only) and now hiving away vast sums for the future development of West Dapto.

Our rates are paying for the future growth of towns that we will have no benefit from.

And we can’t get decent basic services. The Helensburgh Library was set up almost 30 years ago using temporary structures. Those structures remain today – we are ignored and we pay some of the highest rates. We are no. 9 on the list of towns to get a revised town plan.

It is not equitable. Send your email now and let your voice be heard.

Cr. Greg Petty (IND) - Ward 1 Councillor Helensburgh Resident 0417 446 283 cr.gpetty@wollongong.nsw.gov.au

THANKS 2508 DISTRICT NEWS!

I am amazed at the number of people in Helensburgh who have approached me (even in the supermarket) and asked about the dogs you have advertised for me in the 2508 news. I can’t thank you enough!

Julie-ann, Country Companion Animal Rescue

COMMUNITY NOTICES DRUMMING CLASS

The Older Women’s Network Sutherland Wellness Centre Drumming Classes held every Wednesday, 1-2pm at Sutherland Seniors Centre. New classes start in February. Phone Margaret on 0434 630 421.

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Rest In Peace Cathleen Cowie

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n Tuesday 27th October 2015 our lives were changed forever on the sudden loss of our beautiful Cathleen Cowie, a wonderful loving wife to Brendon and mummy to our baby Ryan, only 5½ months old.

The loss of Cat has shocked the community and all who knew and loved her.

Brendon and the Cowie and Lang Family would like to express their deep appreciation for all the love, support and prayers offered at this sad time.

The overwhelming generosity of meals, gifts and time.

A special thanks to pastor Briga and Lionel Rattenbury of Hope Church.

Also her medical practitioners Dr Martin Gellatley and Dr Sandra Sherwood.

And to the Tops Conference Centre for their constant support.

– Brendon Cowie and the Cowie Family

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ords cannot express how much we thank you for the expressions of sympathy, and all the help you provided us during our moment of sorrow.

We are truly grateful for your friendship and support.

After residing in Helensburgh over 30 years, I have never felt so blessed by the community of Helensburgh. The day my daughter, Cathleen passed away was the darkest day of my life, though I was comforted and supported greatly by my family and friends particularly from the local churches and the Lions club. Thank you so much for your kind words and hugs. I am overwhelmed by your warmth.

I am so lucky to live with such a beautiful people and its place.

– Junko (June) Lang

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COMMUNITY NOTICES LIONS CLUB WISHING TREE

The Christmas Wishing Tree is back with the support of Tradies for another festive season.

If you love buying presents and want to get into the true spirit of giving, give a gift to someone who really needs one this Christmas – a grandparent, teen, mum or dad whom you don’t know and probably will never meet, but whose life you will touch – all will deeply appreciate your gesture.

Please shop locally and leave your unwrapped gift under the Wishing Tree in the foyer at Tradies Helensburgh.

Season’s greetings to all in 2508 and best wishes for a safe and happy festive season.

– Gina Krohn, Helensburgh Lions Club.

'LITTLE RAY OF GIVING’ PROMOTION

Drop off a gift for children in need under the Giving Tree at Ray White Helensburgh (1/131 Parkes Street). “A Little Ray of Giving” is a joint initiative with Hope Church. 2508

MIA NEEDS A HOME!

Here is beautiful Mia, aged 2, a part-Persian cat in need of a loving home. She is an affectionate girl who loves cuddles. Her thick, fluffy coat needs to be brushed once or twice a week to keep her from getting matts. Her white face and pink nose mean she needs to be kept as an indoor-only cat, out of the sun. Email Julie-ann at Country Companion Animal Rescue: ccarpetrehoming@tpg.com.au 2508

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Naughty or nice?

Best behaviour, kids! Santa will be back for his annual Lolly Run on December 19.

Santa Jim reports from the Big Red Fire Engine.

Yes, folks, it’s that time of year again.

Santa will be back for his 35th annual Lolly Run on Saturday, December 19, thanks to 325 Station Helensburgh Fire & Rescue NSW and the Helensburgh Lions Club. Starting at 9am, Santa's big red fire engine will cover the district street by street. Our set run starts at the southern top end of town. Here’s an insider’s guide to Santa’s movements.

SOUTH EAST. 9am. Walker Street South, covering the areas between Whitty, Shannon, Tabratong and Frances Streets.

SOUTH CENTRAL & WEST. 9.30-11.00am. We then do the areas on the south side on Lilyvale up to the top end of Parkes Street, covering the west side: Parkes, Rajani and Laurina, etc. Next we cover the north side Lilyvale, Hay, Stuart, Charles Harper Park and ovals, and the main commercial section.

CENTRAL TO NORTH EAST. 11am-noon. The next area is the central area between the Centennial down to the Public School. We ride from Lukin down Parkes, doing the eastern side of Old Farm and Halls Road. We then come back up to Old Station Road, Foster, Vera, Tunnel Road and Wilsons Creek Road about 11.45am.

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NORTH CENTRAL. 12-12.30pm. The Crescent, The Ridge and Maidstone Street.

SOUTH WEST & EAST. 1pm. We travel out to the Old Princes Highway and Blue Gum area, including Symbio and the Golf Driving Range. We proceed to Stanwell Tops, doing Southview Avenue first, and working our way back to The Tops Conference Centre about 2pm. We finish at Bald Hill Lookout about 2.30pm. By this time we should have delivered all the lollies and a very tired Santa will retire to the Fire Station for some R&R with his reindeer and elves.

We look forward to seeing all the smiling faces of children, parents and grandparents alike. Please be aware that Santa will be in the Big Red Fire Engine – stay well clear of the moving vehicle as we don’t want any accidents.

We will have a safety support vehicle in front to keep the roadway clear. When it is safe to stop, we will do so to allow photos with Santa.

Once again we look forward to bringing you some Christmas joy. Merry Christmas and a healthy Fire Safe and Aware New Year.

All our best wishes,

Captain Jim Powell & Crew from 325 Station. 2508

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Waratah March centenary It's been 100 years since the Waratah March came through Helensburgh, recruiting soldiers to fight in the First World War. Ian Carroll reports on its re-enactment.

The 1915 Waratah March Centennial Reenactment will take place in Helensburgh on Saturday, December 12. It commemorates the 1915 Waratah March, which started in Nowra and passed through here on its way to Sydney.

A number of local men joined that march, and subsequently served in the Great War. The March re-enactment will commence at 10.30am at Helensburgh Library and proceed along Walker Street to Parkes Street, and thence to the Memorial in Charles Harper Park.

We expect there will be 30 to 50 marchers and supporting members from the Waratah March group dressed in uniform and costume of the era, together with a large number of RSL members, members of Service groups and other community organisations who will also take part in the march.

All interested local groups and organisations are invited to participate. Many of the groups and organisations that were in attendance at the original event are still active in the area, and might

Fix our cemetery

Residents are calling on Council to spend money on Helensburgh’s hill-top cemetery. Jenny Donohoe, The Helensburgh & District Historical Society’s Research Officer, shares some of its history.

On November 23, 1892, about 10 acres of land on a stony hill, outside the township of Helensburgh, was dedicated a ‘Cemetery’. The village of Helensburgh West had been proclaimed only months before.

Among the oldest grave sites in the cemetery are a very large number of infant children who died when only days or weeks old from influenza and whooping cough. One such baby to escape infant mortality was George Walker. George claims to have been the first male child born in Helensburgh, on June 23, 1887.

o T Remembrance Day 2015: On the 11th of the 11th the Waratahs marched at Martin Place. Pictured with NSW Premier Mike Baird are (from left to right): Mark Edwell, Ian Hallenan, Brian King, Mike Baird, Ron Gibson, Rick Meehan and Clyde

care to take part in the commemoration of this important event in their own history.

Local schools are especially invited to attend, and the community can participate by supporting the marchers, and joining them after the march in a short commemorative service at the Memorial.

At the service, a short talk will be delivered on the Waratahs, particularly those from the local area.

The servicemen will be commemorated by the laying of wreaths. The Waratah group will then depart for “11ses” at the Centennial Hotel.

For more information, call Michael Ali on 0418 974 074 or Ian Carroll on 0403 867 805. 2508 George died in 1959 aged 72, and is buried in the Helensburgh Cemetery. For the girls, the claim of being the district’s first born goes to Sarah Stork, born at Cawley in 1885. For many years she operated the bus service from Waterfall Station to the Garrawarra Hospital.

The Helensburgh Cemetery did not become Wollongong City Council’s responsibility until the 1960s. Before that it was left in the care and control of the Cemetery Trust.

Periodic bush fires have ravaged the site; the worst were in the 1950s and 2001. Even though council sends a maintenance team, it is impossible the keep the bush from encroaching on the graves, and the several very large trees that have been allowed to grow have destroyed what is left of some of the oldest grave sites.

Extract: historichelensburgh.org. au. Photo: Coulson Headstone

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Thank you The 2508 team would like to thank everyone who has contributed to our community magazine over the past year. Every advertiser, writer, photographer, publicity officer and local newshound shouting out story ideas on the school run is very much appreciated. We couldn’t do it without you.

This festive season, we’re getting behind the movement to shop local. Look for great gift ideas in this month’s ads, check out the NICC’s gift guide (see ad, right) or support the life’s work of our contributors by buying their books for Christmas. Choose from Dr Rip’s Essential Beach Book (scienceofthesurf.com); Wind Beneath His Wings, a Hargrave tale by historian Michael Adams (lawrencehargravecentre.com), or buy a volume of Helensburgh history.

The Helensburgh and District Historical Society is run by volunteers, such as our regular writer Jenny Donohoe, whose tireless efforts to record and preserve local history provide deep, rich roots for our growing community. The society’s booklets are on sale: The Helensburgh Story ($5); Helensburgh Snapshots ($5) and Metropolitan Colliery Celebrates 125 years ($10). Visit historichelensburgh.org.au.

Also on offer are stylish pots from gardening writer Sara Newnham (now a sales consultant at Motyaj Pottery) or wardrobe makeovers with personal stylist Sammy Mahler (she’s offering 2508 readers 20 percent off a package that includes a Wardrobe Makeover, Personal Shopping Makeover and the delightfully named “Closet Closure”, see littlemissboo.com).

Happy Christmas one and all.

Genevieve and Marcus, the editors 2508

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Here are Narelle Happ’s top tips for a fun and earth-friendly festive season.

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For your Christmas Tree, use a potted plant that can then be planted in the garden or kept in a pot and used again year after year.

Adenanthos sericeus, Woolly bush, is a native shrub with tactile foliage that makes a great Christmas tree and loves growing in a pot. Or try Araucaria heterophylla – Norfolk Island pines also do well in pots. But before planting it in your garden after Christmas, make sure you have enough room as it will grow to be a large tree.

Instead of buying wrapping paper, re-use children’s paintings or drawings. Recycled newspaper and brown wrap stamped with Christmas motifs make a unique handmade wrap.

If you’ll be entertaining many guests and are worried about the washing up, use compostable disposable plates and cups. See greenpack.com.au.

Or have everyone bring a plate – literally – and help clean up. Many hands make light work, you save money and the environment. Win-win.

When it comes to giving, why not find a charity your family would like to support? There are lots of local organisations collecting Christmas gifts and donations, including the Lions Club, Thirroul Neighbourhood Centre and Need a Feed.

Love Christmas lights? Buy decorations made up of hundreds of LEDs tied to a rechargeable solar battery. Leave it on your lawn to draw energy from the sun, then brighten up your yard at night.

So, recycle, use green products and give our planet a Christmas present too.

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Dr Rip’s Science of the Surf Dr Rob Brander presents his top 5 safety tips for summer.

Summer is here and we keep hearing the usual beach safety advice: “Always swim between the red and yellow flags.”

But how useful is that really? Studies have shown that pretty much everyone knows this already, but less than half us actually do.

There’s a bunch of reasons for this: i) on really busy beach days, it’s not always appealing (or possible!) to swim in a very narrow area packed with so many people; ii) many of us tend to swim as close to our parked cars as possible and car parks and beach access points are often situated away from the flags (think north end of Stanwell Park); iii) beaches are often several kilometres long yet only have one set of flags (usually in front of the surf club); iv) flags are not up in the early morning or late evening, often the only times people can swim outside of working hours; and v) many popular and easily accessible beaches are not patrolled. Last year, we published some scary results showing that the vast majority of NSW’s coastal tourist parks are closest to beaches rated as “hazardous” or “very hazardous” that are unpatrolled by lifeguards or lifesavers, particularly on the South Coast. It’s like we’re sending holiday makers to their peril!

So instead of just preaching “always swim between the flags”, maybe we should also be emphasising what YOU (and your family) can do to make yourselves safe at the beach. So here are my top 5 safety tips for summer:

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Weak or non-swimmers should never go beyond waist depth. NEVER. Keep those feet firmly planted in sand! There could be drop-offs and rips around.

Know your limits and respect the waves.

Seriously, if in doubt, don’t even think about going out. Experienced ocean swimmers and surfers drown too, particularly middle-aged men who don’t get out as much as they used to (aka weekend warriors).

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Surf beaches all have rip currents, usually about every 150m along the beach and against headlands. So if you don’t know how to spot rips you’re pushing your luck swimming on unpatrolled beaches or outside the flags. Learn how to spot them (scienceofthesurf.com is a good start) and always think about them.

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Do all of these things, make them second nature, and you’ll have a great and safe time at the beach. Even better, if there’s red and yellow flags on the beach, make the effort and always swim between them! And you can read Dr Rip’s Essential Beach Book while relaxing on the beach (shameless Christmas gift plug!). 2515

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COVER FEATURE

A Symbio family

Photos courtesy of Symbio Wildlife Park

The hard work and dedication of Symbio Wildlife Park staff in hand-raising a baby koala have helped to make the Helensburgh tourist attraction an international social media hit.

Matt Radnidge is a driving force behind the park’s real-world success. 2508 reports.

The story of baby Imogen is an incredible one and has captured the hearts of people around the world – it trended as the most popular topic on Facebook for two days.

In June this year, after a video starring the cuddly koala joey had gone viral, staff at Symbio were faced with a terrible situation: another younger joey (Harry) had been left orphaned after his mother had died from leukemia.

But Symbio management had a plan: general manager Matt Radnidge and his now-fiancée Kylie Elliott would hand-raise the older and healthier Imogen (see Joey Imogen, opposite page); and Harry would be cross-surrogated into the pouch of Imogen’s mum, Kelly.

At that stage, Imogen was about 30 weeks old and weighed a little more than 500g and she had already received pap from her mother. Pap, produced by the mum koala after it eats eucalyptus leaves, is the joey’s first solid food and is crucial to its health and the development of its digestive system. Without pap, the joey can’t survive on its future diet of eucalypt leaves. Harry had not yet received pap from his mother when she died.

Suffice to say, the cross-surrogacy of Harry and the hand-rearing of Imogen have been wildly successful. Symbio, the business, has also been very successful and in recognition of those achievements, Matt was named Young Business Executive of The Year at the 2015 Illawarra Business Awards on October 23. He was kind enough to have a chat with 2508.

The business award: it’s a huge deal. What does it mean to you – personally and professionally?

I don’t really think it’s sunken in … It’s a difficult thing going for individual awards when we are clearly a team at Symbio. We always say: no one of us is as good as all of us and we truly believe that.

We’ve worked very hard for a very long time and I think what’s really helped us is it hasn’t just been about hard work, it’s been about balancing hard work and smart work, so trying to be as efficient and as effective as possible … as well as working a lot of hours. [laughs] I’m very proud of what everyone’s done, and to be able to get up and say a few words about the guys that have done a lot for the park was great.

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Symbio has captured countless magical moments in Imogen’s incredible journey – and that of her loving ‘parents’.

We’ve built a robust organisational structure over the last five years, whereas back in the day it was the folks and a couple of kids. Now we’ve got marketing staff, parks and garden staff, building and projects staff, specialist zoo keepers … the list goes on. It’s grown into a medium business, we’re definitely not a small business.

Plans from here?

We’ve probably got about the next 10 or 15 years loosely mapped out. The next biggest project is our Symbio farmyard and that’s being supported financially by Tradies.

Symbio was famous 20 years ago for kids bottle-feeding baby animals and holding little chickens and when we came in 15 years ago the facilities just weren’t good enough to support it.

The time’s right now to bring that back. It’s probably going to be a little bit more than a petting zoo environment: it’s going to move into permaculture, it’s going to show people how to grow their own produce, how to compost at home, how to have worm farms, how to keep chickens at home, keeping bees; like a whole sort of sustainable living example but it’ll be a lot of fun as well.

We’re going to turn the first sod of soil on February 1st. End of 2016 the farm will be finished.

An Indigenous nature trail, through some land that we own, is in our long-term plan. Realistically, that’ll be beyond the end of 2016.

What motivates you?

I love what I do and it’s such a dynamic place.

We’ve got so many goals and we’re so driven. Really enjoying what you do is the key. 2508

JOEY IMOGEN Earlier this year, long-term couple Symbio Wildlife Park general manager Matt Radnidge and Symbio Wildlife Park curator Kylie Elliott took on hand-raising joey Imogen as if she was their own baby. Obviously that involved numerous sleepless nights and coping with a cuddle-craving koala who wanted nothing more than to snuggle up close to its human ‘parents’. Kylie carried Imogen in her jacket – close to her heart and body heat – so as to give the baby a feeling of pouch life. Imogen even had a special koala playpen.

“It was a lot of pressure on Kylie because hand-raising koalas is difficult,” Matt said.

“It’s not like putting milk in a bowl for a cat; koalas have a very intricate digestive system.

It was touch and go there for the first couple of days; we almost lost Imogen to colic and I didn’t want any extra pressure on Kylie because she was up every hour feeding.”

Matt said Imogen, who turned one in November, was in “very good” health. At time of writing, she weighed 3.08kg, had been introduced to Symbio’s koala sanctuary and was doing fine. Harry weighed 2.28kg, at time of writing.

“Imogen is independent now,” he said.

“It was a great story and a great experience and something we hadn’t planned on because you don’t really hand-raise an animal unless you need to.

“Imogen is now living full-time with her sisters and doing amazingly well.

“Harry will be fully weaned before the end of the year, which is a fantastic ending to that chapter of the cross-fostering, having both joeys healthy through to independence.”

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VIEW Report

By Publicity Officer Virginia Dowson

ZOO ARRIVALS!

Symbio welcomed many new animals this year. Kids, can you find all these in the collage? Pygmy python, Pabu the red panda, Harry the joey koala, Ellie the emu chick, Troppo the southern cassowary, Willow the joey kangaroo, Itu the pygmy marmoset, Honey the ringtailed possum baby.

The team at Symbio would like to thank the community and our local business partners for their continued support, and wish you all a very merry Christmas. – Michelle Aldridge

In October, Helensburgh VIEW Club was greeted by a superb display of hand-painted silk creations

by Grace Messer of Exquisite Elegance. These lovely articles consisted mainly of caftans, long and short, of many colours and styles, some plain, others with beads and glitter. Her scarves were mostly white with delicate flowers painted on the borders. Happily most items were for sale, and these will soon be seen at weddings and parties around the district.

At the November Christmas Party, we welcomed our Zone Councillor, Yvonne White, soon to be National Councillor. She thanked Helensburgh VIEW for the amount of work and funds raised for The Smith Family and Learning for Life, and praised the generosity of our small club.

Nominations were taken for the 2016 Committee, which will be finalised at the AGM in February. We thank Ronda Collins (for the use of the Centennial Hotel and catering), and Margaret for her delicious Christmas cake beautifully decorated, Kerrie for her super shortbread, and Nerida for the little “puddings” at each place. Everyone left with a supply of gifts, prizes and goodwill. Thank you all for time and energy spent in keeping the Trading Table well stocked with craft, cookery and books, and for prizes and sale of raffle tickets.

Chris still has bookings in 2016 for We Will Rock You, at the Sydney Lyric, 2pm matinee on Saturday, May 14, and Singin’ in the Rain also at the Lyric, August 27. New shows are Ghost the Musical, 2pm matinee, April 30 at Theatre Royal, Georgy Girl – The Seekers Musical, matinee May 21 at State Theatre, and My Fair Lady, 1pm matinee, October 22, at Sydney Opera House. Please phone her on 4294 1103 for details. Thank you Chris.

There is no VIEW luncheon in December or January, the first for 2016 being the AGM on February 16. Please phone Nerida by Wednesday, February 10, on 0429 004 298 for new bookings or cancellations. The next VIEW Report will be in the February edition of 2508 District News. Many thanks to Genevieve and Staff for accepting our reports during 2015. Merry Christmas to all. 2508

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Gardening with Sara Sara Newnham finds a beautiful hanging garden of Japanese-style ‘kokedamas’ in Stanwell Park.

Gardening is like a work of art in progress – it is creative, emotional, rewarding and, above all, inspirational.

Inspiration can come from anywhere and I am always on the lookout for something new to grow.

Over the past few weeks I have been delighted and intrigued by the ever-changing hanging garden display out the front of a stylish new shop called Vertu at Stanwell Park. On closer inspection, I was delighted to find a beautiful range of living art that would look amazing in any home.

Photographer Terri Ayliffe started Vertu only a few months ago. After years as a psychologist, she realised she needed to give her art a voice and a space, so she set about filling her shop with all sorts of unique, wonderful treasures, gifts and homewares, most of which are sourced from local artists, artisans, authors and other talented people.

Terri has always loved both gardening and Japanese style. Wanting to try something new, she did some research and made a few kokedamas (moss balls) to decorate her new store. To her surprise, customers have been putting in orders ever since as everyone who sees them wants one.

They are the perfect living gift for Christmas.

Kokedamas are a form of Japanese garden art where the root ball of any chosen plant is wrapped in moss to form a ball, creating a focal point for the plant to grow from. The ball of moss is then wrapped tightly with string and can be suspended like a hanging garden or placed on a platform, such as a pot or dish.

Terri especially loves the kokedamas tied to rocks as they happily balance on whatever rock she chooses in a zen-like way, growing harmoniously around it.

I am impressed by the range of plants to choose from; there is a kokedama to suit every situation.

Stunning cheerful miniature roses and hibiscus do

Terri Ayliffe at Vertu.

well in full sun outdoors, soft lush ferns live happily in a shady area, hanging under trees, pergolas or indoors soaking up the moisture from a bathroom.

Orchids make a stylish feature in a well-lit area of your home or in a filtered position away from direct sun.

Each kokedama comes with directions its care, depending on the individual plant requirements.

All kokedamas like to stay moist. It is recommended when watering them to place the whole moss-covered root ball into a bucket of water for at least 15 minutes, letting the water soak right up. Then take them out and put on a dish or re-hang. Ensure you never let them fully dry out by giving them a light spray or mist with water every few days.

Vertu is full of creative locally sourced gifts I love the gorges artisan pottery, hanging planters spilling with multi-textured and coloured succulents. Each pot is an original, one-of-a-kind work of art, as are the upcycled fence paling succulent framed boxes.

They would look amazing on a wall or as a centrepiece on the Christmas table that could then be enjoyed all year round.

Vertu is opened Friday to Monday. Terri is now taking Christmas orders for her kokedamas and giving 10 percent off storewide to say thank you to all the locals who have supported her exciting new shop. Come and check out her unique range of gifts and start growing your own work of art today.

Happy gardening and happy Christmas! 2508 Sara recently took on a new role as a sales consultant for Motyaj Pottery. For free garden accessory advice and consultation call 0425 388 941 or visit motyaj.com.au

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Service with a smile There’s a new butcher in town. 2508 reports.

The owner of Christian’s Premium Meats, Christian Rowe, comes from a family with a strong history of top-quality service in the industry.

“It’s a family tradition,” Christian says. “Dad [Chris] had the shop [Chris Rowe’s Quality Meats] 25 years ago, up the road.

“I’ve taken over this one, basically selling a better-quality meat … grass-fed beef … meat fresh from the farm … rather than the boxed stuff you can buy in Coles, Woolworths.”

Christian said he and his staff prided themselves on always providing fantastic customer service, as well as supplying their customers with “fresh meat, fresh from the farm, touching on the traditions of my dad owning the shop 25 years ago”.

He started working in the industry with Stapleton’s Family Meats about “15, 20 years ago” and has experience working overseas, specifically in London for 12 months or so.

He’s also worked in wholesale and at Shane’s Gourmet Cuts for 14 years.

“I’ve done a bit of everything really,” he said. 2508

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GOTCHA! Did you see this amazing image of Connie doing the rounds on Facebook? In fact, it’s a cleverly manipulated shot by Damian Lloyd of Sea Salt Studios (seasaltstudios.com). The Super Constellation flew over on Sunday, November 15, but the reality was a little tamer (see dot-sized plane, below right).

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FESTIVAL OF FLIGHT CANCELLED

In a cruel twist of fate, Sunday, November 15 was great weather for flying – but not for people on the ground.

The annual Festival of Flight had to be cancelled once Wollongong Council closed an inundated Stanwell Park Reserve, but the hang gliders and paragliders were up early, making the best of favourable winds.

Even Connie, the Super Constellation celebrating her 60th year, flew over the area accompanied by historic aircraft but not by the usual cheers from Festival patrons.

For the organisers, the Stanwell Park CWA, the weather was a huge disappointment but not surprising. 2015 is the third year in a row the festival has been adversely affected by either rain or wind. Performers still have to be paid, the stage was already hired and the many signs and pamphlets had already been paid for and distributed.

CWA president Carol Pugh said serious consideration was being given to whether the small organisation would again host the massive event.

“We’re not having one next year but that was already decided before this year’s fiasco,” Carol said. “We plan to host the Festival of Flight every two years at this stage.”

The association meets on the first Tuesday of the month from 10am at the CWA Hall, 15 The Drive, Stanwell Park. For membership enquiries, please phone Jannette Parsons on 4294 4367 or Carol Pugh on 4294 1343. – Report by Heather Smith 

GOOD NEWS FOR NEIGHBOUR AID

It’s officially business as usual at Northern Illawarra Neighbour Aid (NINA), following fears earlier this year that the not-for-profit might be dealt a fatal funding cut.

NINA president Richard Smart reported on November 3: “We have finally, today, received our funding agreement from the Australian Department of Social Services for the period 1 November 2015 to 30 June 2018. We are fully funded for all our current services (meals-onwheels, CAFÉ Club, individual and group transport, and individual social support).

“A big sigh of relief from the staff and committee members.”

STANWELL PARK KIOSK PETITION

Last month Stanwell Park Beach Kiosk’s Change.org petition to get the eatery up and running at full strength collected 118 signatures.

The petition claims the kiosk has been licensed and run illegally for 24 years, and urges the community to support its push for a quick fix.

Council, which manages the property, couldn’t give 2508 a date for completion of works, but issued this statement last month: “Wollongong City Council has begun investigations into replacing the ageing range hood, ducting and venting system in the Stanwell Park Kiosk.

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A popular part of this year’s Lions Fair was the parade of private, business and emergency vehicles.

Celebrating the unveiling of the Lawrence Hargrave mural in November were, from left: Lee Evans MP, artist Monica Westwood, Wollongong City Councillor Leigh Colacino, Lawrence Hargrave Centre vice-president Tony Dennis and his wife Therese, and Robert Deacon, LHC president.

“An examination in October found that the venting system was installed incorrectly by a previous tenant and not compliant with Australian Standards … The kiosk operator entered into a new of course, all of you for coming along! three-year lease for the kiosk last February. In the Our local business once again were very interim, Council is seeking quotes to have the generous in providing prizes for our raffle, the venting system/ducting replaced.” winners of which were: Red Nectar gift voucher: Jeff Collins, Holden shirt and cap: Vicki Christie, LIONS FAIR RAFFLE WINNERS Symbio family pass: Matina Rayer, Raya Thai gift It was wonderful to have sunshine for this year’s voucher: Jenelle, Helensburgh Physio & toy lion: Lions Country Fair – it certainly brought the Marissa Eyre, Helensburgh Pharmacy pamper crowds and the smiles! As usual, this event could not have happened without the assistance of many pack: B Baker, Helensburgh Butcher: Paul Smith, who do not hold Lions’ membership but do hold to Child chair/beach umbrella from Helensburgh Post Office: T. Marshall, Wines, donated by Libby Cross: Lions’ values: Dave Oliphant (entertainment), Natalie Naylor, T. Causer and Matthew Craig Robertson (parade marshalling) and David Mullholland. If you would like to be involved in the Wisniewski (traffic control management), just to 2016 Lions Country Fair, let us know via our name a few. Thanks, too, to Coleman & Sons for Facebook page – and why not ‘like’ us while you’re providing great fun on their carnival rides throughout the day, and to all our stall holders and, there! – Report by Gina Krohn 2508

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What’s on Send your listings to editor@2508mag.com.au

CHURCHES

Bushland Chapel (Uniting Church) 94 Parkes St Helensburgh. Faith and community. First Sunday on month 9.30am and as announced. Yoga, drama.

Spaces available. www.bushlandchapel.net, 0425 257 984.

H’burgh & Stanwell Park Anglican Church Regular Sunday services, 8.15am, 54 Stanwell Ave, Stanwell Park; 10am and 6pm, 75 Parkes St, Helensburgh. Call 4294 1024.

Helensburgh Baptist Church Sundays, 10am, Community Centre, Walker St. Call 0411 192 508.

Holy Cross Catholic Church Weekend Mass at Helensburgh: Sunday 8.30am. Reconciliation: Sunday 8am. Visitors welcome.

Hope Church 2508 Sunday services, 9.30am, 3/23 Cemetery Road, Helensburgh. 0404 803 055.

Hillcrest Christian Fellowship Sundays, 6pm, Hillcrest House, Railway Crescent, Stanwell Park.

Call 4294 3153.

CLUBS

N The Probus Club of Helensburgh & District meets each second Thursday of the month at Tradies Helensburgh and visitors are invited to attend.

Go to helensburghprobus.org or phone Alan Love on 9526 7086.

N No VIEW Meeting in December or January. The next VIEW Meeting will be the AGM, February 16, 2016, 11am for 11:15 start. See page 18.

K IN PLAYGROUPS

MONDAYS 9.30am-noon, Stanwell Park Children’s Centre. Call Penelope, 0431 593 118.

TUESDAYS 10am-noon, H’burgh Community Centre, Walker St. Call Rosemary, 4294 1290.

TUESDAYS 9.30-11.30am, Helensburgh Anglican Church, 75 Parkes St. Call 4294 1024.

WEDNESDAYS 9.30am-noon, Stanwell Park Children’s Centre, Stanwell Ave.LK ENTERTAINMENT

BOMBIE BAR Coalcliff Surf Life Saving Club has live music on the club house deck the first and third Sunday of each month, 2-5pm, kids under 16 free, entry fee for adults varies from $10 - $20.

Mexican food by Kat Erskine. bombiebar.com.au 06 Garfish (album launch) supported by Drop Legs + VanderAa, @ Bombie Bar, 2-5pm, $20

The Kava Kings play the Bombie Bar on Sunday, December 20. door/$15 concession, students and pensioners.

20 The Kava Kings & Lyre Byrdland. @ Bombie Bar, 2-5pm. From the Shire, The Kava Kings bring a

fresh new sound with their loose mash up of gypsy, rock, reggae and dub. The lads have been touring the east coast promoting their new single For You. NORTHERN ILLAWARRA NEIGHBOUR AID OUTINGS Call 4294 1900 or visit nina.org.au CHRISTMAS TWILIGHT MARKET

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ence, or an easy meal for the night, or some light entertainment and a delicious gelato? Car pool and spend a couple of hours at the Twilight Market @ Sunrise Nursery on Thursday, December 3, from 4.30-8.30pm. Apart from great gifts, food and entertainment for you, the Twilight Market donates its stall fees to a variety of charities including KIVA, Blue Dragon, MSF, the Helensburgh Lions’ Ugandan Education Fund and the Lions’ Club Wishing Tree.

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LIBRARY NEWS

With the summer holidays nearly here, don’t forget all the great things on offer at the library.

There will be a Christmas story time for all ages on Friday, December 18, we’ll have fantastic activities during January and there’s a Star Wars Lego guessing competition to enter. Plus, don’t forget to join our Summer Reading Club challenge, starting on December 1. Every book you borrow gives you an entry into the draw for some awesome prizes, with winners drawn at the end of January. See you soon! – Marisa Vernon, Helensburgh Library. 2508

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CHAMBER CHATTER NICC president Greg Watts reports on this year’s achievements.

Telstra Illawarra has made a $1000 donation to NICC member Need A Feed! The NICC recommended Need A Feed to receive this donation from Telstra and we are pleased to acknowledge this outstanding contribution.

The NICC remains committed to working positively with Telstra and we thank Telstra for both their assistance to date and their efforts to assist the less fortunate at Christmas.

NICC has successfully run three initiatives to drive customers into NICC member businesses: May Money Madness, Tis the Season to Buy Local and the “Christmas Must-Haves” ad campaign.

The goal of our new Christmas Lights competition (see page 15) is to have a bit of fun with our community and further encourage customers to shop local, as all entry forms must be returned to a NICC business.

NICC increased our visibility in the community through social media, including a relaunch of our Facebook page, advertising in the 2508 and 2515 magazines and introducing this monthly “Chamber Chatter” column. We’ve also had coverage by WIN News and in the Illawarra Mercury.

We have built significant relationships with community leaders such as Mr Gareth Ward MP

Spin doctor John Roche is like a superhero of music: he’s a primary school teacher by day – and a disc jockey / party master at night. 2508 reports.

John, who’s also a drummer and percussionist, loves music and has plenty of experience entertaining hard-to-please crowds of children, teens and adults, having MCed and DJed at big events, including weddings.

“It helps to be able to talk on a microphone coherently in front of a group of people.

“I’ve been involved in community radio and have done disc-jockeying in the past on a private basis.”

John says he will DJ at pretty much anything.

“Absolutely. Weddings, parties … I’m happy to do 8th birthdays to 80ths.

(Parliamentary Secretary to the Premier for the Illawarra and South Coast) to assist in resolving issues such as internet connectivity and the impact of train timetable schedules on access to our shopping and business centres. We are also working with Council and Destination Wollongong to introduce tourism initiatives.

We are relaunching our website and have plans to update and relaunch local tourism promotions online and in print form. Lastly, the NICC has requested grant monies from the Southern Phones Grant Scheme to install two Automated Defibrillators in Helensburgh and Thirroul. An extensive application has been submitted and we await the outcome of our application in 2016.

NEWS FROM OUR MEMBERS

n Helensburgh Post Office has a range of Australian-made Christmas Hampers for order, from $40. A $125 hamper is on display: submit a form for an AP MyPost Card and go in the draw to win it! Call in or phone 4294 1008. n Need A Feed has its Christmas distribution day on December 8 at Darcy House in Port Kembla. Want to help? Go to needafeed.org 2508 He says he gets a kick out of seeing people enjoy themselves when he DJs. “I was doing a 40th the other night here in Helensburgh and to be able to jump from one song to another and just watch the look on people’s faces as they say: ‘Oh, I haven’t heard this in years’ – it’s great.”

The spin doctor: John Roche But what songs are guaranteed to get people on the dance floor?

“It depends what crowd you’re playing it for … any time you play the Proclaimers or …Michael Jackson or the Jackson Five … a lot of Beatles’ tracks … Dancing Queen [by ABBA] … your crowd favourites like YMCA [by the Village People] and I Would Walk 500 Miles [by the Proclaimers] are good middle-of-the-road standards.”

Contact John on 0416 288 945. 2508

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Helensburgh Primary School Choir performed at Remembrance Day.

Songs for the fallen

By Stephen McQueen, Teacher Librarian at Helensburgh Public School.

Since the last issue of 2508 residents of Helensburgh may have seen the students of HPS out and about in the community. At the end of October, patrons of the Helensburgh Fair were treated to a performance from the school band.

In November our School Choir, along with our

school prefects, represented our school at the Helensburgh Remembrance Day Service. This gave our students an opportunity to learn about the sacrifices made by the men and women of previous generations and offer our respects to those who are currently serving to keep us all safe.

FAREWELL TO YEAR 6

In December we will be saying goodbye to our Year 6 students. The children are making the most of their last term at HPS, having just been to camp at Point Wolstoncraft and with Presentation Day, Year 6 Farewell and the ever-popular Burgh’s Got Talent still to come. I’m sure they will be leaving with plenty of good memories of their time at Helensburgh Public School. 2508

TIPS FOR NEW PARENTS

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Bringing home a new baby is an exciting (and nerve-racking) time. Your loved pooch may also find it so unless you prepare early. Here are some tips: * Don’t wait until the day to shift Fido from sleeping on your bed to being outside. That’s just not fair! Make changes at least a month before the birth. * Use a toy crying doll to get Fido used to the sight and sound of a newborn.

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* Place small pieces of blanket under sleeping baby in hospital, bring these home and place in Fido’s bedding to get him used to the baby’s scent. * Introduce baby through a closed security door to gauge Fido’s initial reaction. Correct any growling. * Organise a dog walker/sitter for first weeks so Fido doesn’t miss out on exercise. * Never leave Fido alone with baby. However allow frequent visits so Fido gets familiar with baby. * Dispose of nappies carefully. * Dogs and baby should have their own toys, not share the same ones. * Remember Fido’s routine might be disrupted by baby’s arrival. Try to give Fido attention too. 2508

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Welcome to Wadi Wadi land So reads the sign in Stanwell Park Public School’s new Aboriginal garden. Relieving Principal Kim Holloway reports.

The Seacliff Community of Schools (CoS) is comprised of Bulli High School and the nine local public schools in the Northern Illawarra, including Stanwell Park Public. The Seacliff CoS has continued to be a powerful, adaptive, energetic and engaged educational community that works tirelessly to promote educational excellence and opportunity among us all.

Over the past two terms, Stanwell Park students have been building connections with other students and the wider community. One of the events was travelling to other schools for the Yulunga Traditional Indigenous Games where students from all nine schools participated in a variety of activities.

The Seacliff CoS also wished to create a place in each school which was a symbol of respect for and connection to the local Aboriginal community within the Illawarra. Stanwell Park students, thoroughly enjoyed a visit from Uncle Terry, who told many stories, spoke to them about many different native plants and displayed many of the weapons used in indigenous communities.

Uncle Terry also helped us by providing many of the plants for our Aboriginal Garden that was installed last term.

The garden has been finished with a sign created by the students at Bulli High School declaring “Welcome to Wadi Wadi Land”. 2508

NEW NETBALL COURT Students are loving the new netball court. The top playground was levelled and synthetic grass installed to create it and the school held a special assembly to open the court on October 23. Pictured above at the ribbon cutting ceremony are Ms Holloway and representatives from the organisations that provided funding: P&C president Kylie Park, Tradies Helensburgh president Dennis McHugh and Stephen Love, Environment & Community Coordinator, Peabody Energy. Photos: Corey Wilson

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Picture it

Author Sandy Fussell picks five children’s picture books by local authors to add to your Christmas wish list.

The Little Refugee by Anh Do This award-winning picture book tells of Anh Do�s escape from war-torn Vietnam. As a boy he travelled in an overcrowded boat, braving storms and pirates to find a safer home in Australia. There he faced new challenges in suburbia. Anh is now a well-known comedian, actor and author.

Noah’s Garden by Mo Johnson Vibrantly illustrated, this is the story of what Noah imagines and wishes waiting in the hospital

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garden with his Gran while his parents are with his sick baby sister. It�s inspired by a true story; royalties go to the Royal Children�s Hospital Foundation, Melbourne.

Somebody’s House by Anthea Stead (illustrator) and Katrina Germein (author) Anthea Stead�s illustration style is bold and colourful, bringing to life this rhyming story about who or what might live in each house along a long, loopy street. A fun to read aloud book.

Platypus by Sue Whiting A wonderfully illustrated book about our shyest cultural icon. A seamless blend of fact and fiction, it is also the story of Platypus, who is always busy, exploring the riverbank and searching for food.

Sad, the Dog by Sandy Fussell Sad is an unloved little dog whose owners don�t play with him or give him a name. When the house is sold, Sad gets a new family, a new best friend and a new name. This uplifting picture book reinforces the responsibilities of pet ownership. 2508

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Christmas Playdough

By Lucy Lee, of The Art Box Studio.

Playdough is great fun, easy to clean up and is one of my favourite ‘go to’ activities both at home, with the Art Box Studio and at Fun 4 U. It requires some preparation, but it lasts for months in the fridge. When the playdough comes out, my little boy is occupied for a good 30 minutes or more.

I have tried a few of the “best ever playdough recipes” but this a favourite and I often get asked for the recipe.

It creates a simple and affordable gift too: fill little jars with Christmas Playdough, and tie some twine and a candy cane around the top.

CHRISTMAS PLAYDOUGH Ingredients: 1 cup plain flour 1 cup water ¼ cup salt 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 1 tablespoon olive oil Food colouring 5 drops peppermint essential oil Instructions: 1. Combine all ingredients except colouring and essential oil in a saucepan. Ensure it’s all combined before moving onto the heat.

2. Add red or green food colouring and a few drops of peppermint essential oil while over the heat. I always do this step over the heat as the peppermint oil is more intense once heated. If you add the essential oil away from the heat, you can get a shock of peppermint steam which can make your eyes water!

3. Stir over a medium heat until all the ingredients come together and thicken. This happens quickly, so don’t leave the stove.

4. Once it becomes a thick gluggy blob, leave it to cool.

5. Once cooled, use ¼ cup of plain flour to knead.

6. Soak saucepan in warm water and clean asap.

TIPS:

• If you want a few different colours, you can have two or three saucepans going, but I would suggest doing one colour at a time. This prevents burning a great batch and kitchen meltdowns.

• If you don’t have any Christmas cookie cutters, search in The Reject Shop, Coles or House 2 Home in Thirroul. Get in quick as they often sell out in the lead-up to Christmas.

• Keep wrapped in plastic food wrap in the coolest part of your fridge.

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Bridge to Boat Shed Publicity Officer for Coalcliff Surf Club Jenelle McWilliam reports on the club’s novel annual run.

Coalcliff Surf Club held its annual Bridge To Boat Shed annual run on November 8 – and it was a fun morning.

Nipper results: 14yrs Thomas Hall 13yrs Andrew Firmstone 12 yrs Tianna Massey 11yrs Dylan Petitcuenot 11yrs Imagen Bursill 10yrs Isabella Massey 9yrs Holly Wilson 9yrs Daniel Scobie 8yrs Gwenna Farmer 7yrs Nicholas Abelas 7yrs Iris Hill 6yrs Kailen Waite, Halley Bostick, Tylah Elphick

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A Go Fund Me page has been set up to raise money for injured rugby league star Kurt Drysdale and his family. It had raised $65,013 of a $70k target, at time of writing.

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Sea Eels

Part 2 of Karl Weber’s report on Stanwell Park Sea Eels Winter Swimming Club’s huge season.

Our annual club championships took place in early September. Once again we were greeted with good conditions on the Sunday morning.

We had six 100 percent swimmers this year and each swimmer competed for the prestigious �Slippery Eel� 100 percent award. This year�s successful swimmer was Ian Van Zyl, who took out the quinella when he also won the �King Cup� for the overall point score.

Event winners included: O/60s: Barry Allen; O/50s: Klaus List; O/40s: Steve McDonald; U14: Jacinta Deacon; Ladies: Candice Woodward; John Stacpoole Cup: Sean Kelly; 100m Endurance Cup: Barry Allen.

Overall Point Score Championships: U14: Jacinta Deacon, Phil Anger; U18s: Ryan Van Zyl. This year the Stan McCabe club member of the year was Gary Marshall. Gary has been a bit restricted with his swimming this year, but that has not stopped him from playing a central role in club

activities, including inter-club visits, competition days, club-bar management and time-keeping duties. He has maintained 100 percent attendance on a Sunday to help keep the club chugging along.

Well done, Gary.

In mid-September we competed in the annual Australian Winter Swimming Titles in Wagga Wagga. This was a great social weekend. Several club members made finals, and we picked up second place in a hotly contested, 10-person mixed relay, which built on last year�s bronze placing.

Thanks to all of our executive team for organising the weekend, and to our bus driver, Rod Hampson.

Over the summer the Sea Eels will help host the great Friday night barbecue and drinks at Helensburgh-Stanwell Park Surf Club. It starts at 6pm and all families and friends are welcome.

If you like social swimming, then keep our club in mind for next season. We will be back in action in April 2016.

Stay cool in the pool. 2508

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Sunday social golf club All hail quiet achievers on the green, Vicki ‘The Hair’ Little reckons.

Isn’t it great when an underdog has a great win?

Probably just like when Michelle Payne took out this year’s Melbourne Cup. Go girl – what a great story!

Ross Fagerstrom took out our November game – what a gentleman, and a quiet achiever. He was very pleased in 1st place.

November was a month of games, with a frustrating game called Lone Ranger: the team has to keep that silly yellow ball, which is quite stressful, especially when it’s your turn to keep for that hole – if you lose the coloured ball, your team is out. Bummer!

Ross was one of the four to take out the event, along with Mitch ‘Slugger’ Sullivan, Kerry ‘Barby’ Gardner and Tony ‘Beautiful’ English – each won a golf drinking game. Shame it didn’t come with

Tradies social golf Barry Thompson talks loud shirts, great sausages and election results.

Any reports of a furtive figure haunting op shops’ shirt racks could indicate that Terry Maney is determined to defend his loud shirt championship title. Laurie Thompson could present a threat after last year’s second while Steve Egbers is probably satisfied with the choice his extensive golfing wardrobe affords him.

This prestigious event will be part of our December 12 fun day at Boomerang. Tee-off is at 7am. Golfers of all standards are invited to join the fun. Just

alcohol. Matchplay was another thing happening.

Thank you to those who prayed for me. I had a walk though lucky because I’d had a bit of a big one the night before.

The winner of the major semi-final was Goose Gersbach over Chucky O’Connor. Now, I have to play Chucky and the winner goes to the grand final to play Goose. That could be interesting.

We all know that December is party season and presentations, which is a great day of eating and drinking. Aren’t I going to have a fun report in Jan? Dobber, dobber – can’t wait!

If you’re thinking about having a flog of golf in the New Year, call Tony on 0418 863 100 or email gersback@bigpond.net.au. Have a good one!

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arrive early and our starters will set you up.

Our November tournament was played in the wet with Steve Egbers winning the Parrino’s voucher on countback from Geoff Hammonds with Laurie Thompson taking third. The Helensburgh Driving Range voucher went to where it’s sorely needed: Mick Carroll.

The rest of us were pleased to return to Tradies to enjoy Mark Gagin’s presentation of the Helensburgh Butchery’s prime sausages and the facilities of the club. Thanks for your efforts, Mark.

Our AGM resulted in the past committee being roundly applauded and, for their sins, re-elected unopposed. Even our handicapper. We must be a forgiving bunch!

So ends another enjoyable season. We thank Tradies and our other sponsors for their contribution. Their continued support will allow us to further contribute to Cram House, our nominated charity, in the coming year.

We wish everybody a Merry Christmas and a great new year “Any improvement today?” I asked my coach.

“Yes, Baz, I see you’ve had a haircut,” he replied.

To check on our playing dates and occasional Tradies Helensburgh Sunday away fixtures, sports and social golf club. 2508

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Scott Babbage in action. Photo: supplied.

Game, set and match There’s a new tennis coach in the area, ready to help you with your serve. 2508 reports.

Scott Babbage has a passion for tennis that drives his enthusiasm to teach people the sport.

He plays most weekends, as well as during the week and has done so for more than five years.

A lesson with Scott is about 30 minutes to an hour long, depending on the client, and all skill levels are welcome. Take a racquet and wear tennis shoes or joggers. 2508

“It also changes a lot depending on the disability of the person … it’s really amazing … a tetraplegic – quadriplegic was the old name – who is on an artificial respirator, so can’t even breathe for themselves and they’ve got to be ‘bagged’ [manually respirated] in the water … and that takes 40 or 50 helpers at once to form two lines that they [the disabled person] surfs down the middle of.”

Dr Leslie says it’s awesome to see the participants’ joy during the experience.

“It really is … to some degree they’re absolutely terrified by it.

“That element of risk, you just can’t get away from it. It’s part of where the fun comes from.”

Dr Leslie says disabled people ordinarily wouldn’t have the opportunity to go surfing because it is too risky but, with the support of so many volunteers, it is possible.

So, the benefits outweigh the risks?

“Just like everyone else who goes in the surf.”

The next Thirroul surf lesson will be held from 9am to 1pm on Saturday, December 5. For more details on DSA and their branches, visit the website at disabledsurfers.org. 2508

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0243  0327 1.20 0321 1.35 0353 0412 1.21 0.372014, 0340 0.42 0435 0.44 0.41 0.22 0145 0.42 0218 0.33 Copyright Commonwealth of Australia Bureau of Meteorology 0815 Datum 0.61of 0817 0912 0.56 1.76 0936 0.71 1039 1.85 1.86 1011 1101 1.76 0953 1.66 1.64 1.82 0849 Predictions is Lowest Astonomical Tide 1435 1.48 1518 1.43savings 1535 1.28 0.15 1653 0.22time MO 0.23in effect 1627 0.29 are1453 in local time +10:00) or daylight (UTC 1745 +11:00) when 0.14 0.34 1532 0.16 SA FR standard SA 1723 SU FRTimes TH FR(UTC Full Moon Phase Symbols New2129 Moon First Quarter 2130 Moon 0.33 2156 2251 0.31 2215 2325 0.47 1.30 1.33 1.28 2347 1.27 2225 1.29 1.45 2043 1.27

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Set for a huge year Saya Sakakibara, Helensburgh’s world BMX champ, will join the Junior Elite ranks in 2016.

As always, skills training is high on Saya’s priority list.

The BMX 2015 season has now finished for me after the NSW State Championships in early October. There is no racing from now until early January when the busy 2016 season kicks off.

The racing next year is going to be very busy.

Because the 2016 Rio Olympic Games will be held from August 5 to 21, the World Championships, usually held in July, has been pushed forward to May 23 to 29. As a result, the whole Australian BMX racing calendar has been pushed forward to earlier in the year: the National Championships will now be held in early March and the seven rounds of the National Probikx Tour will be squashed into just over two months.

Next year will be the my first year racing as a Junior Elite, a category that includes ages 17 and 18. It allows riders to race off the eight-metre supercross start hill at venues where there is one provided. This will be a big step in my BMX Career and is going to bring a bigger challenge in racing.

The first round of the National Probikx Tour will be held in Nerang, Queensland on January 1.

This will be my first time racing as a Junior Elite, which is very exciting. The series continues to Cairns (Queensland) three weeks later, Shepparton (Victoria) at the start of February and finishes off in Bathurst, NSW for the last round in early March.

I am also honoured to have been selected as a member in the Australian National Development Academy, a program designed to assist athletes develop to their full potential and meet the needs of national and international competition. There

will be camps throughout the year which will test each member of the academy.

There are a busy five months ahead, of mostly racing and training. As of now, I am keeping fit and training, especially getting comfortable riding off the eight-metre supercross hill. 2508

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Wave riders

A local doctor is helping disabled people experience the joy of surfing. 2508 reports.

Dr Brendan Leslie, from Helensburgh Family Practice, is honorary national medical advisor for Disabled Surfers Australia, a voluntary organisation that takes people of any disability surfing.

The DSA hosts surfing at locations around Australia and has even opened branches in New Zealand.

Dr Leslie was inspired to help DSA more than a decade ago when he saw his then-council lifeguard boss Ian Picton and a family friend, Jim Bradley [now South Coast Disabled Surfers Association branch secretary], at Thirroul beach helping a group of disabled surfers.

“The two guys … they’re eccentric in their own

little way … Ian was a gruff sort of lifeguard boss, everyone was scared of him, but he’s got this massively soft side to him where he dedicates a huge part of his life to this organisation.

“I saw them … and I joined in and I’ve been doing it since.”

The lessons follow a fairly relaxed structure and depend on the number of people attending and what sort of disabilities they have, he says.

“They count up all the volunteers and the participants, take everyone down the beach and they get released in groups, to teams of volunteers, with a team leader and other less-experienced helpers with them.

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