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21 Ask Bohmer Tree whisperer 22 Time to Hand Knit Skill gives generations joy 23 School holidays Top 5 outings 24 Travel Writing Comp Win tickets to Wollongong Comedy, plus dinner at Stonegrill! 25 Leadfinger Catch them live

NEWS 04 Cover feature Meet an award-winning young singer 06 Lonesome Train Local band on tour in Israel 08 What a workout! Fun ways to get fit this winter 10 Why try acupuncture Q&A with a Thirroul practitioner 12 Comedy Club turns 10 Laughter is best medicine 14 Real Food Salmon stir-fry, with ginger the superfood! 16 Sacred ground Visit the Illawarra’s spiritual sites 18 Gardening Why it’s good for physical and mental health 20 Dr Rip Looking back on the East Coast Low

BUSINESS 27 Local directory Your ultimate guide to small business 30 Chamber Chatter Spotted at June’s networking night SPORT 31 Tides 32 Austinmer Otters Raising funds for a little girl in need

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MEET OUR CONTRIBUTORS DR ROB BRANDER

CATH HILL

– 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 to 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 20.

was born in Bulli – a fact she readily shares with any locals – and has now returned to the beautiful Illawarra with her husband and two children. She currently works for the Communications and Media Law Association and was previously the Editor’s Assistant at Good Weekend magazine and The Bulletin. Cath’s chances of doing exercise are greatly increased when she has good company, beautiful views, laughter, dress-ups and funky music. And she’s found all this in the northern Illawarra – see page 8.

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is the founder of Life Wellness Co., an exercise physiologist, nutritionist, rehabilitation consultant, wellness coach and food writer. She is a happily married, mother of two, Thirroul resident, who is actively engaged in local activities including volunteering at the food co-op, running wellness workshops and delivering real food inspiration to the community through a variety of written mediums. She is passionate about creating a happier and healthier community. Find her salmon stir-fry recipe on page 14.

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is a retired English teacher of 35 years, who has lived and worked in the Illawarra, and completed three year-long overseas teacher exchanges (in Minnesota, Oxford and Cornwall). A wife and mother of three, she sees the life of a retiree as an evolution, something to be cherished, enjoyed. The Publicity Officer for Northern Illawarra University 3rd Age (U3A) her personal interests include travel, Letters-to-the Editor SMH, letterpress printing and film study. See page 22.

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COVER FEATURE

Sandon Groves This young Austi singer-songwriter is winning awards for his moving tunes. 2515 reports.

When 2515 arrives at Austinmer Beach for a late afternoon photo-shoot with a local music star on the rise, Sandon Groves, the wind has kicked up and it’s chilly. But 16-year-old Sandon is all smiles. For a teenager who won the 2015 Thirroul Seaside and Arts Festival Talent Show and placed third in that comp this year, as well as winning the open category of the 2015 inaugural Wollongong Songwriters Awards, Sandon is a gracious and humble young bloke. He says that winning the songwriters comp “was a really encouraging achievement for me. “I also won an awesome resonator guitar from the guys down at Wollongong Music, which was a big plus.” Among other highlights this year, Sandon will perform and talk about songwriting at this year’s Thirroul Readers and Writers Festival, being held from September 2 to 4. Sandon says he loves writing and performing but before a performance he is “shaking with nervous energy, however, once I’m up there I have the time of my life”. His parents, Mark and Miriam, are “a great encouragement”, Sandon says. It’s obvious he’s passionate about music but he also loves to surf, skate and play soccer, read and watch movies. Sandon took time out of his hectic schedule – study and everything – to answer our questions. Describe your music/songs. My music is a mixture of folk and Indie, and I draw inspiration from artists such as Ed

Sheeran, Matt Corby and Vance Joy. I try to incorporate stories into my songs, as well as using real-life experiences in order to help me write them. When did your love of music and performing start? I think I was five or six when I first started playing guitar and singing at the same time, and my first real performance was in year six where I played and sung Hallelujah at Wollongong Town Hall. I guess, thinking back, there wasn’t really any direct instance where I thought “Yep, now I’m going to go perform.” I think it just developed slowly over time. How old were you when you started playing guitar? Started writing songs? My parents bought me a ukulele when I was three or four, and then, when I turned five my parents bought me my first real guitar. I still remember the day, it was on my birthday, and we went out for dinner; I was stoked and couldn’t stop smiling. I wrote my first song when I was seven, and it was called Romance. It was about how all the girls and boys my age were getting girlfriends and boyfriends and I basically just said how I thought everyone should wait until they’re “about 21 or 22”, ha ha ha. In terms of any other instruments that I play, I had drum lessons from a local shredder who also lives in Austi for a few months, and then I had piano lessons with a young dude from Coledale for about two months, who was, and still is, the best piano player I know. I continue to play drums for fun and in my

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church band at Austi Anglican, and I just play the piano at home for a bit of a jam. Name some musicians/performers who inspire you?. Matt Corby, Ed Sheeran and Vance Joy. All of these artists have a unique flair to them, and combined, they have all influenced my music in some way, whether that be in my style, the way in which I perform or how I compose my songs.

Short- and long-term goals? I honestly have no idea (haha). I’m fairly sure I want to attend Wollongong University, but I’m not sure what in yet. My short-term goals will be mainly focused around getting through my HSC, as I’m now in Year 11, as well as continuing to write more songs and keep performing. My long-term goals? Well … definitely something revolving around music, whether or not that will be my whole life, I’m not really sure yet. I guess we’ll have to wait and see. Sandon Groves 2515

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What can people expect at your future gigs? More originals and less covers, however, this will take some time, as I prefer to spend a solid amount of time on each song and make sure I like it, before I publish it. In terms of how lively the show will be, it will probably be a bit of a mixture, blending together both upbeat and fun songs, with the more thoughtful slower ones, just to keep the crowd guessing.

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Lonesome Train in Israel Local rockabilly outfit, Lonesome Train, are back from entertaining our troops in Israel. 2515 reports.

In April, Thirroul’s Lonesome Train – Christian Power, Rob Laurie and Jordan C Thomas – spent about two weeks touring and performing in Israel. The tour was staged to mark 60 years of Australian armed forces’ involvement in the region. Lonesome Train has previously been to the Middle East and Afghanistan, the Solomon Islands and East Timor as part of their work with the military’s Forces Entertainment division, which sends entertainers to war zones. This time Lonesome Train went with comedian Dave Callan and country singer Jade Holland. Highlights included playing as part of a special Anzac Day ceremony, and performing to troops on the Syrian border. On April 23, Australian Defence Force (ADF) officers serving as part of the United Nations Truce Supervision Organisation (UNTSO) hosted a commemoration event in Tiberias, Israel to mark 60 years of ADF involvement in UNTSO. (According to the ADF, UNTSO was established in May 1948 and was the first peacekeeping operation established by the UN. UNTSO military observers monitor ceasefires, supervise armistice agreements, prevent isolated incidents from escalating and assist other UN peacekeeping operations in the region.) The event was open to all serving members of UNTSO, as well as Australian Embassy Staff and senior leaders from other UN missions in the region. The tour acts also performed for troops assigned to the United Nations Disengagement Observer Force, in the Golan Heights. Christian said the whole tour was “fantastic”. “It was like a biblical tour everywhere we went: you’re going to Nazareth, Bethlehem, Jericho, all of these places.” Christian said the final gig of the tour

– at the UN headquarters in Jerusalem – was “particularly amazing”. “We’re standing there in Jerusalem, the old government house in Jerusalem, and you’re looking out over the West Bank and there’s Jordan, and the Dead Sea, the Old City of Jerusalem. “And then I got all the delegates, ambassadors, and all the UN people to come down and got them all to do The Nutbush, and The Time Warp together and they just absolutely lapped it up. “Never would I have thought in a million years when I was sitting there learning my E chords and A chords as a kid that I would find myself performing in front of a United Nations crowd; it was quite extraordinary. “One minute you might be surfing down at Austinmer and then a couple of days later you’ll find yourself in a desert with full body armour on and getting around in UN vehicles. “It did feel surreal.” Christian said the tours gave troops a muchneeded break and gave performers a better idea of their value as entertainers. “The feelings that you get while you’re there [are amazing] but also the relationships that you make through these tours, it fills you with such a huge sense of well-being. “I’m certainly going to be doing more of them because I love them.” For more on Lonesome Train, visit www. lonesometrain.net. 2515

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Struggling to shake off your doona? Cath Hill finds three incentives to get out of bed and get fit.

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Karen, ph 0403 789 617, Yoga Stanwell Park Yoga is always good and with ocean views, it’s even better. The surf club is the perfect yoga venue to relax and watch Stanwell Park beach life. Karen McDougall uses music and a hybrid style of hatha yoga, giving you a good, old stretch to iron out the knots and stresses of the week. It is manageable for beginners with no headstands or tricky postures involved. Karen loves teaching the yoga/stretch class (she’s been doing it here for about 10 years) and especially loves it when people “enjoy themselves and feel better in all sorts of ways”. n Classes: 1 hour; $16 (or $70 for a 5-class pass). Yoga is back after school holidays on July 19.

EMMA’S AMAZING 80’S AEROBICS

Emma Saunders, ph 0411 125 265 “You’re in charge of enjoying yourself,” playfully instructs dance artist Emma Saunders. And it’s not hard when you dress up in 1980s gear and jump around to Herbie Hancock’s, Rockit. Emma draws inspiration from the Jane Fonda workout, the 1986 World Aerobics Championships and her dance experience. It’s decent exercise in between laughs. Adding to the fun, dress-up challenges may involve jumpsuits, loud knits and 80s formal dresses. Pure joy! n $15. Leg warmers encouraged. Tuesdays 7.30pm at Austinmer Public School Hall (adults); back on August 2 after winter break.

THE DANCE SHED

Cherie Cheung, ph 0452 632 623 Need to refresh your dance floor repertoire? Try The Dance Shed! Principal Cherie Cheung takes a class through old-school hip-hop moves to Beyoncé, Janet Jackson and Montell Jordan tunes. We have a good time trying to nail Miss Cherie’s routines. She makes it seem so effortless and cool. It is great mental and physical exercise. Adult tap and jazz classes are also available plus many options for children too. Says Miss Cherie, “No experience necessary – just a whole lot of fun!” n $15 for one-hour hip-hop class at the Dance Shed, Club Lane, Helensburgh. Tuesdays, 7.30pm. Classes return after school holidays on July 19. 2515

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Why try acupuncture Eamon O’Connor, owner of Acu-Fit, a new small business in Thirroul, answers 2515’s questions. First up: does it hurt? Ha, ha – that’s the question I always get! That and, “Does it work?” I’ve treated hundreds of people, done this a thousand times, and the feedback is that any momentary pain or discomfort experienced by a needle is nothing compared to the pain of the injury or ailment. I’m a wuss, and I’ve been treating myself for years!

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Best dressed for a Winter Ball

Start trawling the op shops – the dress code is pre-loved. TNC’s Scarlet Charlton reports. Thirroul Neighbourhood Centre runs Northern Illawarra Youth Project (NIYP). This project is a drop-in space for young people aged 11 to 18 that is held on Wednesday and Friday from 3-6pm. It has diverse and innovative programs, from the Dental Health Team dropping in to chat to the group about oral hygiene, to hot chips afternoon tea to celebrate the start of school holidays. Participants have made a fort out of the furniture and blankets, as well as creating a condom dress for ‘Connie’, which led to discussions about safe sex. The group has made many murals that have been displayed in our local area and they have recently started work on another. This activity encourages the young people to see themselves as

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TNC staff: Marissa Pitt, Scarlet Charlton, Kaitlyn Kerr, Ana Serrano-Watson, Rachelle Dowding, Rachel Christ

vital and contributing members of our community. NIYP participants will host a winter ball, from 5pm to 9pm on Friday, July 15. Entry will be a gold coin donation. TNC is hoping this event will also launch a Winter Food Appeal to stock up on non-perishable items to give to those in need. Attendees will be encouraged to dress up in glamorous but pre-loved clothing. The best dressed will be crowned King and Queen of the Ball. So, come along and join in the fun – all ages welcome. Join us on Facebook to indicate your interest. NIYP staff have also sent invitations to local schools to encourage more young people to come and enjoy after-school time in a safe and secure place with their friends. Anyone aged from 11 to 18 is welcome. 2515

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Below: Wollongong Comedy’s Shane Moon

Playing it for laughs Wollongong Comedy is setting a gold standard for live comedy in not only the Illawarra, but Australia. 2515 reports. When 2515 strolls into the comedy room – the basement bar – at Wollongong’s Builders’ Club on a cold June night, Shane Moon and Stuart Macpherson warmly greet me at the door. As friendly and unassuming as they are, this couple – Shane is the manager; comedian Stu books acts, MCs and also does stand-up – are Wollongong Comedy and they are responsible for a renaissance of sorts in the Illawarra’s comedy scene. Possibly even further afield. And it’s easy to see why. On that particular night, their thorough professionalism in planning and orchestrating a great evening of entertainment is obvious. For starters, the venue is tops; intimate and homely. Then, the comedians that night were bloody awesome: MC Kristin Boesenberg, Ray Badran, Christina Van Look and Peter Berner. Fantastic acts. Brilliant. (These comedians aren’t on all the time but that night’s line-up was indicative of the high-quality talent consistently on offer at Wollongong Comedy venues.) What makes 2016 a great year for Illawarra’s comedy lovers is the fact that it is Wollongong Comedy’s 10th anniversary and, as well as continuing to host a wide range of renowned acts, Shane and Stu have expanded their repertoire to include another open mic night in Wollongong, and a pro room in Dapto. “It’s now become more than just a fun hobby we can do on the weekend,” Shane says. “A huge part of what we want to do now is create a culture in the

Illawarra that comedy exists and is available and it’s a great place to come. “We’re trying to build a culture of comedy. “We want to concentrate on making really great venues for people to come and watch, and for people to come and perform.” Martin Henchion started the Builders’ Club comedy room in the Noughties. Shane and Stu, who had minded the venue for Martin while he was overseas and then worked alongside him when he returned, took over management duties in 2012. Stu, who has been doing stand-up since 2003, says Wollongong Comedy has gone from strength to strength since those early days. “We have a reputation amongst the comedy community that we put on good shows, we are a good room to perform at; people know that if they come to one of our rooms there’s a decent chance that it’s going to be a good night,” he says. “We put the effort in. “The comedians know that – barring an unforeseen debacle [laughs] – we’ll put on a good show.” Exciting news for those of us who live in 2515 and 2508: Wollongong Comedy is looking for a venue in those areas. “Once we get the right room up north, then we’ll have all of our bases covered,” Stu says. For more about Wollongong Comedy’s 10th anniversary celebrations this year and for details about upcoming gigs, visit www.wollongongcomedy. com.au or Wollongong Comedy. 2515

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Real food with Steph It’s quick, it’s healthy and it contains a superfood! Stephanie Meades presents her salmon and ginger stirfry recipe.

This dish contains minimal ingredients yet delivers maximum taste. I love its simplicity – and knowing that I am providing the family with top-quality ingredients in a meal I can whip up in less than 15 minutes. Buy fresh greens for this dish – use whatever is in season and some fresh Atlantic salmon from your fishmonger – and you have a super simple, nutritious and delicious meal, chock full of flavour and nourishment. SALMON & GINGER STIRFRY: SERVES 2 Ingredients: 1 x 200g fresh salmon fillet, skin removed and cubed 2cm knob of fresh ginger, finely grated 2 garlic cloves, crushed 2 tbsp tamari (or soy sauce) 2 tbsp coconut oil (or olive oil) 1 bunch bok choy or 1 cup cabbage, shredded 2 bunches of broccolini, cut into bite sized pieces 2 shallots, sliced Coriander and chillies to serve Salmon and ginger stirfry.

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Mix grated ginger, crushed garlic and soy/tamari together in a small mixing bowl. Pour over cubed salmon and set aside to allow the flavour to infuse. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large fry pan or wok on medium heat and cook greens (shallots, bok choy and broccolini) for a few minutes until just softened. In a separate pan heat remaining oil over high heat and cook salmon cubes for 2 minutes each side, before removing from the heat. Place greens in a large serving bowl and top with salmon. Sprinkle some more tamari over the top and finish with some fresh coriander and sliced chilli. Enjoy! Looking for a kid friendly version of this dish? Instead of ginger, you can use honey in the marinade to make a delicious honey soy marinade using 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy/tamari and 1 clove of garlic. n For more wholefood recipes, visit www. lifewellnessco.com, follow us on Instagram or Facebook, or visit Flame Tree Community Co-op and check out the recipe folder in store. 2515

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Sacred ground

The Illawarra has a surprising variety of spiritual centres. From Buddhism to Hinduism, Christianity to the devotional yoga practices of the Krishna community, there is something for every body, mind and soul. Louise Charman-James reports.

Sri Venkateswara Hindu Temple

Rising above the trees on the outskirts of Helensburgh is this majestic white temple, with ornate carvings of sacred cows adorning the roof and tower. Founded in 1978, the temple services the spiritual needs of thousands of devotees, many of whom make a special pilgrimage to the temple to make offerings and participate in ceremonial rituals (pujas). About 20 major festivals are held a year, with the temple exploding into a vibrant whirl of colour, music and fragrance as statues are paraded around, accompanied by musicians, priests and chanting crowds. The Ganesh festival in early September is a local highlight, attracting more than 10,000 visitors in one day and finishing at Stanwell Park beach, where clay idols of the elephant-headed god are thrown into the ocean. Visitors can also enjoy a contemplative walk through the halls to admire the decorated statues and shrines or watch the women weaving flower garlands (Wednesday and Thursday mornings). On weekends and public holidays Indian food is available at the outdoor canteen (10am-4pm). Entry is free and donations are gratefully accepted. 1 Temple Road, Helensburgh. Opening hours: weekdays 8am-12pm and 4pm-7pm; weekends and public holidays: 8am-7pm. www.svtsydney.org, 4294 3224.

The Tops Christian Conference Centre

This well-appointed Christian conference centre is set amid 200 acres of beautiful bushland on top of the Illawarra Escarpment, close to waterfalls, nature walks and only a short drive from Stanwell Park beach and Helensburgh town centre. With accommodation and catering facilities for up to 550 people, plus a range of indoor and outdoor activities, the venue has been a popular choice for more than 40 years for school camps, weddings, corporate conferences and church events, as well as for those seeking a quiet retreat close to nature. Guests can create their own personal retreat experience or design a facilitated program with the centre staff, including Christian ministry if so desired. Guests have access to swimming pools, tennis courts, volleyball and basketball courts and sports equipment, plus a large oval for ball sports. There are also childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s playgrounds, a climbing web and a new giant swing, popular with adults and children alike. Visitors can book an instructorled outdoor adventure course or attend certification courses to pursue a career in outdoor recreation. The centre is busiest over summer and in the September-October school holidays when primary and high school programs are on offer. 51 Bendena Gardens, Stanwell Tops. www.thetops.com.au, (02) 4294 1430, 1800 816 496

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Govinda Valley Yoga Retreat

Nestled in 30 acres of bushland in sleepy Otford, south of the Royal National Park, is this tranquil retreat centre, owned and operated by a community of Krishna devotees. With a small permanent staff and a fluid team of volunteers, many from overseas, the centre offers facilities for yoga and meditation teachers to run their own retreats and classes. The residents practise Bhakti Yoga, a conscious way of life which includes honouring the Hindu deity Krishna, kirtan (devotional singing), service work and a vegetarian diet. The premises include two yoga halls, a dining room and accommodation for up to 60 people plus space for camping. The centre’s kitchen is supplied in part by produce from an organic vegetable garden tended by the volunteers. Food is prepared consciously, without meat products, and with an awareness of the seasons and the effects of different foods on the body. From June 2016 Govinda Valley will be holding seasonal community events featuring delicious vegetarian banquets, fire ceremonies and music. A monthly meditation group run by a local teacher meets on the closest Monday evening to the full moon. 51 Lady Carrington Road, Otford. www.govindavalley.com.au. Enquiries: Wendy 0412 614 684. Meditation: Louise 0417 244 978

Nan Tien Temple

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Driving south of Wollongong on the Princes Highway, you can’t help but notice the tiered tower of this elegant Buddhist temple rising high on the hill, overlooking Mount Keira and Mount Kembla. ‘Nan Tien’ means ‘paradise of the south’ in Chinese, and the temple complex, with its serene gardens and quiet halls, is a welcome respite from the buzz of the city. The temple is one of the branches of the Fo Guang Shen temple in Taiwan and was built in 1995 to promote the faith and teachings of Humanistic Buddhism. Followers believe that all beings can attain the same enlightenment as the Buddha and strive to bring Buddhism into their daily lives. Visitors can take a guided tour of the temple and gardens, visit cultural exhibitions, take courses in Buddhism, Tai Chi, Dun Huang dance and meditation (including tea meditation) or watch a calligraphy demonstration and tea ceremony. Those seeking a deeper connection can immerse themselves in the peaceful monastic lifestyle, teachings and practices by staying on a temple retreat. The venue also hosts Buddhist weddings and has a dedicated conference centre and a motel. Entry to the temple is free. 180 Berkeley Road, Berkeley, Wollongong. Open 9am-5pm Tuesday-Sunday and all public holidays. www.nantien.org.au, (02) 4272 0600. 2515

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Get out into the garden, plan a backyard sanctuary and reap the health rewards, writes Narelle Happ. Gardening is good for you – and here’s why. Growing your own food promotes better nutrition, the act of gardening exercises your body and creating a beautiful environment boosts the soul. GOOD FOR THE BODY The act of gardening can improve our physical health. Next time you are out in the garden, think about the muscles you are using. For example, using clippers exercises our chest muscles and arms. Pruning with secateurs exercises our forearms, and digging or raking utilises muscles in our arms and legs. Gardening is also good for your vitamin D levels – it gets you outside in the sunshine and fresh air. GOOD FOR THE MIND Studies indicate that gardening is better at relieving stress than other relaxing leisure activities. A Netherlands study had two groups of people complete a stressful task, then one group did some gardening for 30 minutes while the other group did some reading indoors over the same time. The gardening group reported being in a better mood than the reading group, and they also had lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol. A strain of bacterium in soil, Mycobacterium vaccae, has been found to trigger the release of seratonin, which in turn elevates your mood and

decreases anxiety. During winter we often find ourselves staying inside by the fire or in our heated homes, and going outside less. Gardening not only gets us outside, but warms us up and gives us the fresh air and daylight we need for an improved mood when daylight hours are shorter. A great example of gardens used as therapy is at the Sydney Children’s Hospital, which has several garden areas used for stress relief, respite, and comfort and healing. GOOD FOR THE SOUL A garden can be a harmonious space for us to relax, unwind, reflect and restore ourselves. It can serve as a place where we can appreciate the beauty, form and colours of nature. It is a place for observation, where we can watch nature and learn from it. Good design can transform a garden. Think about a garden you have visited and how you felt when you were there. Gardens can be stimulating or relaxing, depending on their design. Take some time out to walk around your garden or pull on your gloves and spend some time working in the garden. You might be surprised how much time slips away and how much better you will feel. n Bush Tucker workshops will be held during NAIDOC Week and a workshop on Native Garden Design on Saturday, July 23, at Sydney Wildflower Nursery. Visit www.agardenforlife.com.au 2515

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Try a little tender loving care Dr Liz Magassy, chairman of after-hours home doctor service Radio Doctor Illawarra, shares her top tips for staying well this winter. During winter months, we are more likely to huddle indoors with others to keep warm, which leads to germs easily spreading. If you become unwell, don’t soldier on, take time off. It will be better for you and everyone around you. Likewise, if your children are unwell, keep them home. Getting a flu vaccine is advised for all chronic illness sufferers, as they are more vulnerable to severe episodes. It’s also recommended for pregnant women and the elderly (see your regular GP for vaccines and further advice). There is no cure for the common cold. Antibiotics won’t help, but good, old-fashioned TLC might. Do whatever you need to do to feel

better: get plenty of rest to help those aches and pains and let the body recover (avoid housework). Sip on warm lemon juice and honey, drink lots of fluids and, if you need to, take some paracetamol. Help prevent the onset of illness by ensuring you keep active through the winter months. Get plenty of exercise, sleep and maintain a normal healthy lifestyle and diet. If you’re worried that you’re suffering from more than a common cold, talk to your regular GP and request an examination. To keep up to date on any health-related issues in Australia or the Illawarra and for tips on how to stay healthy, see health.nsw.gov.au n Radio Doctor Illawarra is not a replacement for your regular GP, however, it provides post-visit follow-up reports to member doctors and practices to ensure continuity of care. For more information about this service, see radiodoctor.com.au 2515

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Dr Rip’s Science of the Surf

Local coastal geomorphologist Dr Rob Brander puts June’s East Coast Low in perspective.

By the time you are reading this, memories of the massive East Coast Low back in early June may be already getting hazy (or not … we might be having another one as I write this!), but it was a doozy. Coincidentally, almost a year ago in this magazine I wrote about the famous coastal storm in 1974, another East Coast Low, and how that storm was the benchmark for storm damage along our coast and that we were due for another. Well, it happened but, as bad as it was, it still wasn’t as bad as 1974, when a cluster of ECLs enhanced and exacerbated the storm erosion and damage. We also had severe East Coast Lows in April 2015 and before that in June 2007 (the Pasha Bulker storm). But the one last month seemed particularly bad for two main reasons. First, it coincided with some of the highest tides (king tides) of the year, which elevated the water levels and caused waves to impact higher up on the beaches. Second, it was unusual in that it generated

waves from a strong north-east angle, meaning that the southern ends of beaches, which are usually more protected, were exposed to the full onslaught of storm wave impact. While beaches like Narrabeen/Collaroy and Coogee got a lot of media attention, the northern Illawarra beaches took a hammering as well, as evident by the damage to the Sandon Point Boatsheds and significant erosion at beaches like Coalcliff and Coledale. A few things should be emphasised though. These events are not the end of the world and they are not unusual. East Coast Lows are intense low-pressure systems (cyclones really) that tend to form quickly in the Tasman Sea, just off our coast, and last for a few days. We usually get five to six a year, with one to two being more severe. Really bad ones seem to occur about every 10 years on average. But it’s all about probability. Was it climate change? Maybe, but we also had storms like this in the 1920s and 1940s. The main difference now is more people and infrastructure are situated closer to the coastal fringe and damage is more acute. There is also much more widespread coverage of the events over a variety of media. It’s also important to remember that beaches recover surprisingly quickly. Storm waves strip sand offshore, but the normal waves bring it back. Before the storm we had a massive amount of sand on our beaches only a year after the erosion of the April 2015 storm. If we don’t have any more major storms before summer, the beaches (at least) should have recovered most of their sand volume, but only time will tell.

Have a question for Dr Rip? Email rbrander@unsw. edu.au or head to www.scienceofthesurf.com to buy Dr Rip’s Essential Beach Book. 2515

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Our garden’s big, old, beautiful trees are great to look at but I’m worried the roots might be blocking our pipes or affecting the drainage system underneath and around our home. What’s the best way to prevent what could become a costly nightmare?

Trees are adventitious so they won’t enter the plumbing pipes unless there is a fault there in the first place. Roots have very sensitive nodules at the tip and when it reaches an object, such as a pipe, it will grow alongside it and not through it. However, should there be a fracture in the pipes it will grow into them, causing an issue with your plumbing. However, this is more

common in older-style clay pipes; modernday plumbers don’t generally use clay pipes. Root barriers may prevent damage to clay pipes, however, this is a very costly exercise. Root barriers are installed to prevent roots from growing outside a perimeter. For example, if there is a crack in a pipe and roots are growing, they will take advantage of this and grow into this crack/ fracture, rather than grow around or alongside it. Should the pipe not be cracked then the roots will grow alongside it. n Do you have a question for the Illawarra’s Tree Whisperer? Email info@ bohmerstreecare.com.au. Watch Bohmer’s team at work on their YouTube channel; go to bohmerstreecare.com.au. 2515

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Generations of Maureen Heydon’s family have shared a love of knitting. Janice Creenaune reports.

Maureen Heydon is an exceptional knitter; she was just nine years old when her mother taught her how to hand knit. Creating jumpers and cardigans was a labour of love that mother and daughter shared. “I made the jumpers for family and friends and as that was particularly special I obtained the wool from Bendigo. My mother and I would wind the large skeins together into smaller more useable balls, but we were lucky enough to share the experience, the expertise and skills and the joy of being together. It was a strong bond we shared. “I have occasionally felt her presence still with me while I am completing garments. It continues to bring us together, long after she has gone,” Maureen says. “My mother still knitted until she was about 72 years old. I am fortunate too in that this bond extends to a daughter-in-law in the UK who also knits very well.” Maureen worked as a shop assistant in Sydney before returning to the Thirroul area to raise a family. She not only taught her own children to knit but has also taught local children at St Michael’s School in Thirroul. “Usually it was ‘boy’s only’ groups, but some (like my son) were also left-handed. Teaching them was always an extra challenge, but well worth the effort.” A strong spirituality radiates from Maureen and dominates her work. The exacting nature of the detail, the cables, stocking, garter and rib stitches, all combine to make garments of impeccable quality. She uses a traditional English-style knitting method and has recently changed to plastic needles. “I most often used metal needles but I have found they are too cold, especially in the winter.

“A jumper I am currently knitting involves circular needles for the yoke, and involves bobble stitches and shell-like reliefs,” Maureen says. “After that I am considering an alpaca project.” Maureen has made many different items over the years. “I began with traditional knitted squares to make blankets usually in a stocking stitch, but coat hangers often featured in the early days … and tea cosies, knitted toys and even toilet-roll covers. I gave them away to friends and family or they went to fetes at schools or the church as fund-raisers.” Maureen has enjoyed working with baby-knits. “I loved the feel of the fine thin wool, making intricate shawls and clothing for the new babies in the family. Some shawls would take a few months to complete … “To some extent, I suppose, knitting is a dying art and certainly looking after hand-made woollen projects is another dying skill. The item must be hand-washed and hung skilfully otherwise they lose their shape.” Knitting is a way of relaxing for Maureen. “I complete most tasks in front of the television, but sometimes out in the sun in view of the escarpment. I do need to concentrate on patterns, stitches and especially counting, but I have always loved the process of knitting.” n Maureen Heydon is a member of Northern Illawarra University of the 3rd Age (NIU3A) which meets each Wednesday for talks and small group activities, such as film, brain games, and creative writing, in the Excelsior Room of Thirroul Library. 9:30am-noon. Please contact NIU3A for further information or janicecreenaune@gmail.com 2515

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AT YOUR LIBRARY

There’s school holiday fun to be had in July at Thirroul Library (phone 4227 8191 for more details). School holiday activities: July 5 Sand people (ages 5+) at 10.30am. July 7 Lego (ages 5+) at 10.30am & 1.30pm. July 12 Have a Hoot with Ceramic Owls (ages 5+) at 10.30am. July 13 Peanuts Movie (G) (ages 5+) at 2pm. July 14 Toy Hack (ages 8+) at 10.30am. Bookings essential. July 18 Monday Flick: The Good Dinosaur (PG), 3.30pm. Bookings essential. Tweens Club: Thursday, July 21 (3.30-4.30pm) Kidz Connect: Wednesday July 20 & 27 (3.30-4.30pm) And for grown-ups: Tax Talk – July 20 at 1pm

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1 Check out the cheetahs – there are two new big cats at Helensburgh’s Symbio Zoo. www.symbiozoo.com.au 2 Make kaleidoscopes, puppets and teeny tiny terrariums. Learn about rock, calligraphy or try out tap dancing. All at Wollongong’s Early Start Discovery Space. Download the workshop program at earlystartdiscoveryspace.edu.au 3 Enjoy science and planetarium shows, plus holiday workshops such as MadLab Electronics, Slime Chemistry

and Disaster Science (create your own pet tornado). At Wollongong’s Science Centre and Planetarium, www. sciencecentre.com.au 4 Take part in a laser skirmish, zombie fun run or pyjama party - some of the activities lined up at Big Fat Smile’s Austinmer Fun Club. bigfatsmile.com.au 5 See Snugglepot & Cuddlepie, the new stage adaptation starring May Gibbs’s classic characters, the Gumnut babies, at Illawarra Performing Arts Centre, IMB Theatre, $29, www.merrigong.com.au

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Camping at the Caves Rob Brander, aka Dr Rip, has sent us this entry in 2515’s new travel writing competition.

There’s nothing like spontaneity when it comes to camping. In our case, we’d always considered ourselves campers, but the problem was, we hadn’t actually camped in 10 years and that was before kids so it was time to show the kids how to camp! So in a flash we bought a family tent, which then sat proudly dormant in our garage until Easter Sunday when my wife woke up and decided we should go camping. Wombeyan Caves seemed like a good idea as it was nice and close. A roof rack would have been a good idea too, but we shoved what we could in the car boot and off we went. Wombeyan Caves is only about three hours away from Stanwell Park and we decided to take the ‘quick’ route via the Wombeyan Caves Road just outside of Bowral. Quick if you were in a 4WD maybe, but the winding and bumpy dirt road, scenic as it was, caused a few loud scrapes which quieted the kiddies in the back. But we made it and found a nice uncrowded campsite behind the main campground area. Up went the tent and then it was off to explore the fantastic limestone (karst) landscape and caves themselves. We had just enough time to do a self-guided (and free) tour of the Fig Tree Cave, which finishes at the stunning Victoria Arch. The kids loved it and, to be honest, it was more impressive than we expected. Without food, we headed to the very friendly country pub at Taralga for dinner, a much easier 30-minute dirt road drive away. Upon our return we realised we didn’t have any wood for a fire, but it didn’t matter as we had managed to place our tent in a location that seemed to act as a suction for all

the smoke from other people’s fires. Amazingly we fell asleep quickly, perhaps it was the gentle, steady hiss of the air escaping our mattresses. Next day, we set off for a tour of the Kooringa Cave. Unfortunately our youngest refused to go inside. In the end only my eldest daughter and I were treated to a spectacular hour of commentary and incredibly beautiful cave formations. I’ve seen caves all over the world, but Wombeyan caves blew us away. Highly recommended! TOP TIPS • • • •

Avoid Wombeyan Rd from Bowral unless you have a 4WD Guided cave tours are highly recommended If open, use the overflow camping areas at the back Taralga is a nice stop. 2515

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Leadfinger to launch 5th album Local band Leadfinger will launch their new album, Friday Night Heroes, at the Heritage Hotel on July 23.

Leadfinger – Stewart Cunningham (vocals/guitar), Michael Boyle (guitar, vocals), Reggie Screen (bass), and Dillon Hicks (drums) – have built themselves a loyal fanbase over eight years of playing gigs in NSW, Queensland and Victoria. The band – so named partly because Stew’s brother shot him in the finger with an air rifle when he was 14 and the nickname stuck, and partly because Stew likes the bands Leadbelly and Badfinger – is on the rise. Stew started Leadfinger in 2005/2006, but since 2008 the hard-charging band has had the same four-man line-up. “We’re down-the-line rock ’n’ roll. It’s got depth to it; it’s genuine rock ’n’ roll.” The band takes musical inspiration from legendary rock outfits such as the Rolling Stones. “They play rock ’n’ roll but it’s hard to pin them

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Apple pie bake-off!

Darkes Glenbernie Orchard is teaming up with the Stanwell Park Country Women’s Association (CWA) to have their very first crack at running an Apple Pie Bake-Off! “We hope to make this an annual event,” says the AppleShack’s Jo Fahey. “This will be a celebration of locally grown fresh product and family cooking! All money raised through sales of apple pies and entries will go to the Stanwell Park CWA.” An entry will cost $10 and if you are able to visit the orchard you can pick up free apples to use in your pies. Bring your pie to the orchard between 9.30am and 10.30am on July 24, when a panel of judges will determine the three best pies in two categories: open and under 12 years. Pies will be scored on appearance, crust, filling and overall flavour/taste. Trophies will be awarded and a perpetual trophy will reside at the AppleShack with winners’ names proudly on display. Following judging, the pies will be sold to the crowd. All proceeds will go to the CWA. To enter, visit the AppleShack in person, phone 4294 3421 or go to www.darkes.com.au. 2515

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Slice of the price Thirroul’s Crust Pizza is a great new supporter of Need A Feed, co-ordinator Shaz Harrison-Shaw reports.

Wow, the support keeps rolling in! Need a Feed is proud to announce that the new Crust Pizza is supporting Need a Feed! For their opening week, from June 20-26, Crust donated a $1 from every pizza sold going to Need A Feed, for the whole week! It’s support like this that really makes a difference to Need a Feed and helps us to provide food and support to those in need in our local community. CALL-OUT FOR MINI SHAMPOOS You all know those mini shampoos and conditioners you get from the hotels, right? You can help Need a Feed by collecting them when you’re travelling! The personal care packs along with non-perishable food and bread will be

Crust owner Anne Doyle (left) and Shaz Harrison-Shaw of Need A Feed.

distributed on August 2 via our ‘host’ organisation, Bellambi Neighbourhood Centre. TON OF GOOD To date we have supported more than 6200 families and distributed more than 43 tonnes of food in three states! We are so honoured to have reached so many families. To register for a parcel, please call Bellambi neighbourhood centre on 4585 3055. For ‘mini’ drop-off points, visit the website at www.needafeed.org. 2515

Call to name reserve after Thirroul surfer

David McAlister, secretary of the Paul Mason Jones Reserve Committee, contacted 2515 to ask for residents’ support.

HARMONY AT FORAGERS Sherryl Reddy, CEO of SCARF, the volunteer-based community organisation helping refugees settle in the Illawarra, reports.

To mark Refugee Week in June, SCARF held a winter warmer’s morning tea, bringing together SCARF volunteers and community members from refugee backgrounds. The Nowra Quilting Mouse, Kiama Welcomes Refugees, and the Illawarra Quilters kindly donated handmade quilts and warm winter bedding, and SCARF gave these to its community members. On June 26, SCARF held a ‘Celebration of Harmony’ event at Foragers Markets, with multicultural music and dance performances. (Karenni Dancers from Myanmar Burma are pictured above, in a photo by Madeleine Zahra Photography.) Lord Mayor Gordon Bradbery supported the event, saying: “Our region is home to many cultures, and we welcome people who have come from all over the world to settle in this beautiful area and enjoy everything it has to offer.” For more info, to donate or volunteer, call 4224 8646 or visit www.scarf1.org.au. 2515

In 1979 the Illawarra Surfing Community and the communities of Thirroul and Sandon Point lost an iconic and unique citizen, Mr Paul Mason Jones (aka “Jinxy”). Paul was the highly respected founding president of the Sandon Point Boardriders Club, which is proudly active to this day. It was Paul’s dream to create a park on the headland of the Point and it was his vast influence among all that inspired the community to design, fund and build the reserve we enjoy today which is why he deserves the credit. Wollongong City Council is now in the final stages of the formal naming process with Proposed Naming Forms available at Thirroul Library, Wollongong Council Office and at http://haveyoursaywollongong.com.au/Proposed-Naming-ofPaul-Mason-Jones-Reserve. We ask our fellow surfers, citizens and their families and friends to take the time to tick YES.

Clifton School of Arts exhibition Drawing the Line, an exhibition of drawings by local artists, will open at 6.30pm on Friday, July 8, at Clifton School of Arts and will continue, 11am to 4pm daily, until July 17. 2515

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Chamber Chatter At NICC’s June 7 meeting at Tradies Helensburgh about 30 people enjoyed networking, nibbles and presentations by Austisoft’s Paul Rogers and MP Gareth Ward, Parliamentary Secretary to the Premier, Illawarra and South Coast. NICC will next meet in Thirroul on July 5 – for a website launch and Crust pizza! Northern Illawarra Chamber. 2515

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1.35 1722 0.63 0.47 0.58 0.44 SA FR 1636 WE 1518 TH 1447 2342 1.71 Time 1.73 Time 1.87 2300 1.83 m 2145 m 2115

1. 1741 0.64 0.50 0.48 0.31 TU 1848 0. SU 1717 SA 1625 SU 1613 2352 1.54 Time 1.66 Time 1.58 2331 1.71 m m 2238 m 2228

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0408 0.42 1036 1.35 1705 0.53 TU 2307 1.74

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0.58 0512 0.50 0542 0.22 0540 0.29 1.38 0454 1.52 0418 0.36 0437 0.30 0520 0.41 0017 1.59 0015 0.35 0035 1.43 0153 1.54 0128 0.43 0025 0.26 0138 0.23 0522 0.32 0030 0.30 0635 0.22 0036 17 17 2 17 2 26 2 11 26 11 0611 11 26 11 8 23 8 1059 23 8 23 1130 0.32 1018 0609 1.39 1043 0600 1.29 0618 1.23 0748 1.35 1158 0721 1.31 0.51 0723 0.45 0715 0.49 0658 0.33 1217 1.31 1.27 1249 1.36 0750 1200 1.34 1.54 1.36 1125 1.32 1118 1.33 1.40 PORT KEMBLA – NEW SOUTH WALES

0500 0.40 1117 1.33 1746 0.55 WE 2359 1.75

1. 0. 1.77 1158 0.38 1624 0.53 0.53 0.39 0.40 1. 1.48 1341 1.30 1.32 1.47 1746 0.63 0.65 1828 0.63 0.61 0.39 0.55 0.55 1653 0.58 0.45 FR 1148 SU 1156 TU 1327 WE 1300 TH 1758 SA TH 1650 SA MO 1341 TU 1320 TH 1431 MO 1755 TU 1808 WE 1630 TH 1548 LAT 34°FR 29ʼ LONGSU 150° 55ʼSA 1831 1.86 2244 1834 1826 1.63 1.66 2356 1956 1.85 0.54 1930 2103 1.76 0. 0.63 2254 1.83 2316 2215 1.67 Times 0.75 0.73 Local 1923 1.37Time 1.77 and1914 1.75 1931 Heights2310 of High 1.66 and Low Waters

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2016

0.26 1.54 1808 0.45 0.39 1.69

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Austi Otters fundraiser

The Austinmer Otters Winter Swimming Club (last month’s 2515 Coast News cover stars) held a fundraiser for Ruby McLean on May 29. The event – Swim for Ruby – aimed to raise money for the little local girl who was diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy type 2 at eight months of age. The Otters continue their grand tradition of helping those in need. Good on you, fellas!

Bouncing back from Worlds

BMX champs Kai and Saya Sakakibara have drawn positives from their 2016 BMX World Championships campaign. The 2016 BMX World Championships were held in Medellín, Colombia from May 25 to 29. Saya and I arrived on May 22 with a few days to get settled in. We both came into the event very confident in our physical and mental abilities. Saturday’s practice was a turning point in our 2016 Worlds campaign. Both of us misjudged the first jump and hit the deck: Saya sustained a head knock and bruising to her torso; I knocked myself out. I didn’t even know what country I was in! We had to do the Time Trials in the afternoon to qualify for the racing on Sunday, so we took it very easy, to give our bodies the best chance to recover. On Sunday, Saya crashed again, hitting her head; she was removed from racing on doctor’s orders. I wasn’t feeling 100 percent, decided to give it a go, but was taken out twice in the qualifiers by a South African. My Worlds was over. There were far too many positives to take away to let our Worlds results bring us down. Our preparation for the event was perfect. Our mental and physical abilities were at peak. Check out our progress, kaisakakibarabmx and sayasakakibarabmx 2515

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