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LETTERS & NOTICES 04 Creature ID Is it a moth or is it a butterfly?

NEWS 06 Artist in residence Meet Nina Young, Artspace co-ordinator 08 Winter warmers Recipes for miso salmon and cauli cous cous 10 Coffee, with love Discover a hot trend in hospitality 12 News bites Winter specials 12 Authentic Thai An expert’s guide to mixed fried rice 13 Mulled cider Toast to winter!

14 Cover feature Damien Cook 18 Be Weed Wise Rid your garden of English ivy 19 Ask Bohmer What’s the best way to remove trees?

20 Helensburgh Public School New principal & playground!

22 A walk in the park Otford

resident joins Labor’s Royal hike 24 Out & About School holidays in the library, plus club meetings 25 Stanwell Park Arts Theatre Join the SPAT Photography Club 26 Beetling About Sifting leaf litter for rove beetles 27 New cop shop $1.5 million for new police station 30 Surfrider Foundation News 32 Clubs VIEW, Guides, Cubs 33 Spanner in the Works How the day went down BUSINESS 34 Business directory Your ultimate local guide SPORT 44 Thistles Doing well 45 BMX Local racers return 46 Tides 47 Golf Green is good

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MEET OUR CONTRIBUTORS KAREN LANE

is a writing mentor at the Writers’ Boot Camp. She loves creating short poetry, long scripts and cajoling, coaching and/or otherwise coercing writers into finishing their own stories, books, scripts or memoirs.

Her favourite quote is Tom Stoppard’s “words in the right order can change the world”. Karen’s proudest achievement was establishing the poetry corner at the Helensburgh Train Station and her favourite moments involve taking writers away on retreat – to Lord Howe this coming August.

Read her bushwalk report on page 22.

grew up working in her family business for the last 17 years and is a familiar face at Raya Thai restaurant in Helensburgh. Chelsea shares her love of food and people with the community.

Combining this with her Bachelor of Media, in 2014 she partnered with mother Irwan to launch Fig & Lime Catering – an extension of Raya Thai and diversifying Asian fusion for our community and beyond. Find Chelsea’s miso salmon recipe on page 8.

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Helensburgh Family Practice is outgrowing our current premises and is expanding to a new location at 18/61-63 Walker Street. We will be rebranding as Equilibrium Healthcare to reflect the more holistic approach to healthcare that is our signature.

The new state of the art facilities will be purpose built to cater for the diverse healthcare needs of our growing population. Dr Kemper will be managing the practice with new doctors being recruited to cope with demand. Dr Beaufils will continue to work from the current rooms for a period of time. All health records will be shared between the locations utilising a secure cloud based system to optimise continuity of care.

A new Physiotherapy/ Pilates practice with Lara Samuelsson and associates will open at 4/131 Parkes Street, Helensburgh.

Opening is expected in September. Check out our website hfp.net.au for updates.

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pictured on Wikipedia have probably faded as moth specimens do if exposed to light for long.

I hadn’t thought about the ‘face’ but, yes, probably that’s right. – Chris Reid. n Read the latest ‘Beetling About’ on page 26.

QUESTION FOR CHRIS REID, AUTHOR OF ‘BEETLING ABOUT’ We get these guys (pictured above) in our house regularly. Last year we had maybe 20 in the house, this year only a few. We are happy to have them around. In spite of their drab colours they are beautiful when you pay attention.

That snake face is extraordinary. Is it mimicking a particular animal? Is it a moth or a butterfly?

What it is called?

Trevor Ahearn

RE: PENSIONERS FACED WITH “GREAT INJUSTICE” Following on from my letter [2508 District News, June 2018] about the Pensioner Discount Rate not being changed in 29 years, here is information I received from Labor Candidate for Heathcote, Maryanne Stuart, with a response from the Hon. Ryan Park MP, Shadow Treasurer, Shadow Minister for the Illawarra and Member for Keira, about this concerning matter: Under the current scheme, eligible pensioners are required to apply to their local council to receive a 50% discount on their combined ordinary council rates and waste service charges, up to a maximum of $250 per annum.

Eligible pensioners are residential property owners who hold a pensioner concession card, hold a Gold card embossed TPI (Totally and Permanently Incapacitated), hold a Gold card embossed EDA (Extreme Disability Adjustment), or are a war widow or widower or wholly dependent partner entitled to the DVA income support supplement.

An Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) report on council rates and concessions was submitted in December 2016, but the NSW Liberals and Nationals have refused to release that report or comment on its recommendations. This current Liberal Government should hang their heads in shame.

So, what are we going to do about it?

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A: It’s called the ‘Grannys Cloak Moth’, Speiredonia spectans. Granny’s cloak was dark and a bit ragged?

It is common in the coastal fringe from north-east Australia as far south as the Victorian border at least. I’ve seen it regularly in winter in railway tunnels, caves, old mine tunnels etc, where it is obviously hibernating. And houses are not dissimilar to caves. The living specimens have a beautiful purplish sheen; the brown specimens

ORACLE NEEDS A HOME!

This is the all-seeing, all-hearing, all-knowing Oracle, who rules the cat room with a flick of her tail. The Oracle can be obnoxious and cranky so finding her a home of her own is almost impossible. But we do have many other young cats available who are friendly, affectionate, loving and deserve their own family. Come and meet them! PS: We love The Oracle!

Want to adopt or foster? Email Julieann on ccarpetrehoming@tpg.com. au or Helensburgh’s Country Companion Animal Rescue. 2508 Write to 2508! Send your letters to PO Box 248, Helensburgh, 2508, or email editor@2508mag.com.au

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COMMUNITY NOTICES FELLOWSHIP OF FIRST FLEETERS, SOUTH COAST CHAPTER: The next meeting will be at 10am, Tuesday, July 3, 2018 in the Scribbly Gum Room, Ribbonwood Centre, Dapto. Our members – Graham and Elizabeth Bevan – will talk about their hobby of raising bromeliads. Refreshments to follow the meeting. Entry:$2 donation. Regular local history outings arranged for members. Contacts: 42671488, 4261 6893.

LIFEGUARDS WANTED: Are you interested in working on one of Wollongong’s beaches over the 2018/19 season? Council looks after 17 patrolled beaches between Stanwell Park and Windang. Beaches are patrolled from September until April. Applications were expected to open in early July. Visit the Jobs page at www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au. 2508

THE HOME FRONT HOW TO MAXIMISE YOUR SALE PRICE One question sellers inevitably ask me is: “What can I do to my home to ensure that I get the best price?”

This is a good question and one I’m glad you asked…

There are some very cost-effective methods of ensuring that your home is presented in its best light and will assist in appealing to buyers’ emotions.

Step 1 The most important step is to fix anything that is damaged or defective. This may be something as small as a broken tap. However, when the buyer sees small problems, they begin to question the upkeep of the home and wonder what other issues they may be missing.

Step 2 The emotional response a buyer has to a property is largely based on visual appeal. Below are some relatively low-cost improvements that can greatly increase the aesthetic appeal of a home.

• Paint internal and external walls, gutters and fence.

• If carpet is worn, faded or stained, consider replacing it (especially in living areas).

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Polish floorboards if required.

Stain timber decking.

Clean any light coloured grout around internal tiles.

Remove mouldy silicone around sinks and bathtubs, then re-silicone those areas.

• Clean external pavers, paths and driveway.

• Ensure lawn is kept neat and tidy.

• Trim existing foliage, add more plants to garden beds where necessary and add fresh mulch.

Step 3 Consider updating or renovating some areas, spending money where it will be most appreciated. According to buyer surveys, the room expected to give the best return on your investment is the kitchen, followed by the bathroom. A quick update that does not require moving pipes – e.g. new tiles, benchtops, handles and taps – can provide a fresh look at an affordable price.

If you would like to chat with your local real estate expert about how to achieve the best price for your property, call Mattias on 0466 627 226.

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Artspace co-ordinator Nina Young. Photo supplied

ARTIST IN RESIDENCE Lara McCabe enjoys a Q&A with Nina Young, Artspace co-ordinator at Corrimal’s Big Fat Smile Artspace Studio.

Please tell us a bit about yourself I have always been interested in art. One of my first creative memories I have is at the age of five, sitting with my grandmother designing and drawing place-mats which were laminated. I still have those place-mats and looking at them fills me with joy.

Fast forward, I took art all through high school at Wollongong High (now the Performing Arts School), I then attended West Wollongong Tafe to complete my Diploma of Fine Arts.

At the same time as raising a family I completed my Bachelor of Creative Arts, majoring in Visual Arts (Sculpture). I am still studying today, completing my Masters of Arts and Social Sciences at USYD. I have enjoyed the connection of studying and exploring new themes for visual arts making, such as social construction theory.

How long have you been at Big Fat Smile Artspace Studio?

When my children were still young, I was working in a role which was not a good fit for family balance. I applied for a temporary school hours reception role at Big Fat Smile. I was interviewed and just had such a good feeling that I left my permanent role for Big Fat Smile. Very soon after I made my way to a role within Artspace and have been lucky enough to have worked in the Studio for the last seven and half years.

What do you love about your job?

In my role as artist-in-residence and Artspace co-ordinator, I have the opportunity to teach

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pre-schoolers to high school students, as well as adults. I value the contribution Artspace educators may have in developing children’s creative thinking skills. Producing artwork allows children to explore their ideas in a way that is tangible, while looking at the art of contemporary and modern artists allows children to expand their imaginations and acts as a stimulus for questioning.

What can participants expect from the art classes?

Our mixed media visual arts classes include threeto five-year-old preschoolers. This week we made natural wearable art inspired by indigenous influences (aligned with NAIDOC week).

The ages 5 to 8 and 8 to 14 groups have been working on paintings inspired by Tim Storrier’s beautiful fire depicted artworks. In our 9 to 14-year-olds’ fine art drawing classes we have been working on composition, tone, texture and line.

The 12 to 16-year-olds visual arts intensive group are classes for high school students passionate about learning and creating art.

We also run six-week-long adults classes.

What do you have planned for Artspace Studio?

We are very excited with our July school holiday program on from July 9th to 20th. We have guest artists coming in, including “Peach” a ceramicist from Stanwell Park (see her work on Instagram @ peacharoo). We also have Australian Wildlife Displays coming with native animals to inspire an observational drawing session – hopefully the animals won’t run around too much and will be good models! You can find the full program on our website. Visit www.bigfatsmile.com.au. 2508

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MISO SALMON WITH PUMPKIN AND ROASTED ASIAN VEG

INGREDIENTS: • 4 x 250g salmon fillets • 2 tbsp. Miso paste • 2 tbsp. Soy sauce • 1 tbsp. Honey • 2 tbsp. Ginger, grated • 3 garlic cloves, minced • 400g pumpkin, peeled and cut into chunks • 4 tbsp. olive oil • 2 Bok choy, quartered length-ways • 50g Butter

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If winter is anything to go by, then the foodie’s special will definitely inspire a cooking surge. Miso glazed caramelised salmon with creamy pumpkin puree and roasted bok choy are deliciously satisfying and simple to prepare, leaving all of the hard work to your trusty oven.

Oven-roasting ingredients retains so much more flavour and enhances texture and is the perfect way to cook up a storm and, in my opinion, with little to no elbow grease!

METHOD: 1. Preheat oven to 180°C. 2. Place pumpkin on a baking tray, with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and roast for 45 minutes.

3. Combine miso paste, honey, ginger, garlic and remaining olive oil in a large bowl with the salmon fillets.

Let rest for 45 minutes or longer for flavours to infuse.

4. Place marinated salmon on a foil-lined tray and bake for 15 to 20 minutes.

5. Arrange bok choy quarters and bake for 10 minutes, before flipping and baking for a further 5 minutes.

6. Puree roast pumpkin and butter, season to taste.

7. To assemble, smear a dollop of the pumpkin puree on a plate, add salmon and place bok choy on top. 2508

GOLDEN CAULIFLOWER COUS COUS Thirroul’s Stephanie Meades, of the Life Wellness Co., has a fresh take on the humble caulifower.

Cauliflower is more versatile than most people think. Yet we so often limit it to steamed or baked florets, which can be totally boring! No wonder most kids hate it.

This recipe is a quirky take on traditional wheat-based cous cous, replacing the cracked wheat with cauliflower and combining it with the delicious, golden spice of turmeric and the freshness of mint and lemon – it goes so well with chicken or fish dishes and a dollop of tangy yoghurt. And the kids will love it!

INGREDIENTS: • 1 large cauliflower, cut into florets • 2 tbsp ghee (or olive oil) • 4 spring onions, chopped finely • 2 garlic cloves, crushed • 2 tsp of ground turmeric • 2 tsp of ground coriander • 2 lemons, zest finely grated and juiced

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Heat up your oven! Chelsea Ho, of Fig & Lime Catering, has a great recipe for a roast.

• ½ cup of chopped almonds or sunflower seeds • ½ bunch of mint or coriander, leaves chopped • 1 tsp salt to taste METHOD: 1. Using a food processor, pulse cauliflower florets to a fine consistency similar to that of cous cous. Heat ghee / oil in a large wok or frypan over medium heat.

2. Add spring onions (chopped), garlic, and spices and cook for 1-2 minutes - until fragrant.

3. Add finely chopped cauliflower, cook for 5 min, stirring regularly, until cauliflower is tender. Season to taste.

4. Remove from heat and set aside to cool for 20 minutes before stirring through the lemon juice and zest, and topping with nuts and fresh herbs.

5. You may want to add a final burst of lemon juice just prior to devouring for some extra tang. 2508

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COFFEE, WITH LOVE

Cath Hill reports on a hot trend in hospitality: couples running cafes together!

IAN AND JO DRAPER THE PALMS CAFE, STANWELL PARK How did the two of you meet?

Jo: At a hospitality industry night in Sydney.

What do you enjoy about working together? We support each other in running a business together, most of the time anyway… ha-ha. We have the same work ethic and standards whilst having a laugh along the way!

Best thing about your cafe? We have had The Palms for 15 years and put a lot of love into what we do, the cafe is often called our first-born child! We have great staff, delicious food and good coffee!

What’s coming up? A new winter menu and, with the footpath finally done, we have a new look out the front with easier parking.

SAM AND DANI MURPHY HARGRAVE CAFE, STANWELL PARK Dani, from Canada, came to Australia in 2012 to volunteer for a not-forprofit called YWAM (Youth With A Mission), in Townsville, Queensland. Here she met Sam who had been volunteering for five years at the time. “We worked together doing training, events, community work and trips to Papua New Guinea during the weeks and on weekends hanging with friends and camping in the outback,” Dani says.

What do you enjoy about working together? Dani: We complement each other’s different skill-sets well.

Sam is a great handy-man, can build anything, and he loves to have a chat with anyone, and I’m great at the business side of things.

We also just love getting to be together each day; the daily banter is fun and the constant support of each other keeps us going.

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Best thing about your cafe? Locally owned and operated – with two people behind the counter who genuinely want to get to know those in the community more and create a great little coffee shop for the locals.

What’s coming up? All our efforts are going into improvements to the cafe space, but we have lots of ideas for the future.

LUKE DEBONO & AMBER HOPE LOU & BOBBY’S, THIRROUL Amber: We met back in school, and started dating in year 9, so I guess we are high school sweethearts!

What do you enjoy about working together? We feel really lucky to have the opportunity to be able to work towards our goals together on a daily basis.

We are slowly but surely making our dreams a reality. We have spoken about doing this for years so we feel really blessed to be doing this together.

Best thing about your cafe? We are friendly and really care about our community, the area and all of our customers. We are a small cafe serving Bowral roasted coffee, house-made cakes, small meals and great cheese and wines.

What’s coming up? We are about to relaunch our business to be more of a wine bar with a strong focus on boutique wines, cheese and antipasto. A date will be announced soon in July.

CHRIS SMITH & BIANCA SMITH MR & MRS SMITH, COLEDALE Bianca: We met working snow seasons in hotel management in Perisher, and we then travelled, lived, and worked together in Japan and Charlotte Pass for the next four years.

What do you enjoy about working together?

We understand and appreciate each others strengths and our personalities seem to complement one another. Having studied very similar degrees in international hospitality and hotel management, we both have a love for the industry and enjoy what we do.

Best thing about your cafe? Our coffee! We have had loads of customers tell us that our coffee is the best on the coal coast! We take pride in the delivery of our friendly service and go that extra mile to make everyone feel welcome, relaxed and satisfied!

What’s coming up? We hosted a pop-up Italian night in June, and we will be doing another.

KATE AND RHETT DAVIS FLYING HIGH CAFE, BALD HILL Kate: We met working in hospitality in Whistler back in 1998. I’m Canadian, originally from Toronto, and moved out west to Whistler when I was 21. About a year after moving there, I met Rhett, who was on a working holiday visa from Australia. Rhett then broke his

knee and had to go home. After four long months, I decided to apply for a working holiday visa in Australia. As soon as I got it, I was off ! The rest is history.

What do you enjoy about working together? We like thinking up new menu ideas together for the café and the ice cream van. We are both ‘people’ people and love chatting with the customers and finding out where they’re from. Being a tourist destination, people visit from all over the world which is super interesting as we both love to travel.

Best thing about your cafe? The coffee and food, of course! Not to mention our phenomenal view! We have the best office in the world. The sky is constantly changing. Every day is different. We see whales, deer and we’ve just had a couple of baby wombats visit us the other day.

What’s coming up? We love to celebrate public holidays, by giving away something small and yummy with a coffee. On Anzac Day, we gave away an Anzac biscuit and for the Queen’s birthday, a piece of cake.

We are becoming quite active on Facebook and Instagram and are excited about promotions and giveaways coming up. I encourage everyone to check out our social media pages. 2508

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Cath Hill tracks down the new action at local eateries.

Two new cafes have recently landed in the Helensburgh business park. Find KA’MANA Espresso Bar upstairs at Crawchy’s Swim School (5/17 Cemetery Rd). Ka’Mana is Hawaiian for Crawchy! This great initiative is headed up by Kiah Whiteside (pictured). Grab healthy treats like matcha berry tea, Darkes Forest apples, chia protein balls and tempting cheesecake and milkshakes too. J & C Cafe (21/17 Cemetery Rd) is also new, serving home-cooked meals at reasonable prices. Get cosy with one of their delicious soups.

Gluten-free options available.

Go for a winter wander at the new Puckeys Night Market, by the Coledale markets team. Held at University of Wollongong’s Innovation Campus (Puckey Ave, off Squires Way), this market brings together about 40 artisan and vintage stall holders, food and live music. Check it out on the last Wednesday of the month, in July on the 25th.

Combine two of life’s pleasures – art and wine –

at Headlands Hotel (cnr Headland Ave & Yuruga St, Austinmer) Paint Pinot evenings. The two-hour art lesson costs $60, visit www.paintpinot.com.au.

Christmas in July comes to the Flame Tree Grill at Tradies (30 Boomerang Street, Helensburgh).

Throughout the month, order a comforting two-course Christmas feast with traditional turkey and ham with roast potatoes, pumpkin and vegetables followed by a hot Christmas pudding with custard for just $19.50 (Tradies member’s price). Available lunch and dinner, Tuesday to Sunday. You may also be one of 20 winners in the big ham raffle on Thursday, July 26 (5-7pm).

The Jose Jones team have opened, Timber Mill Cafe and Co at the Timbermill Studios (2-6 Molloy Street, Bulli). Everyone using this unique work and creative space will be very pleased! 2508

AUTHENTIC THAI MIXED FRIED RICE Do try this at home! Sam Jotikasthira, of Scarborough Wombarra Bowlo, shares a tasty Thai street food recipe.

This is one of the most popular Thai street food dishes – and it’s simple to cook and full of flavour.

Need a quick fix for lunch or dinner? Thai mixed fried rice is one of the best all-round meals.

INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp vegetable oil ¼ onion, sliced brown onion 80g prawn cutlets 120g mixed slice or cut meat of your choice. chopped mixed vegetable 2 shallot stalks, roughly cut 1 egg 1½ cups cooked jasmine rice, cold (preferably refrigerated overnight) 1½ tbsp soy sauce + 1½ tbsp oyster sauce 1 tsp sugar (any type) TO SERVE Tomato wedges Cucumber slices

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Fresh coriander Chopped chilli in fish sauce with lemon drizzled METHOD Heat up veg oil in a large frying pan on medium to high heat, add sliced onion and egg, give it a quick stir. Add meat and stir frequently until nearly cooked. Start adding veggies to the pan and keep stirring for 90 seconds. Add rice and finish up with sauce. Be sure to full mix in the sauce.

Serve with sliced cucumber, tomato and fresh coriander.

COOKING TIPS Heat up the pan before adding oil, start cooking once the oil is med to high heat. Firstly, start adding onion to keep pan non stick.

Breaking up rice beforehand will save you a lot of time. Enjoy! 2508

MAKE MULLED CIDER Break out the crockpot! Jo Fahey shares tips to building a better brew.

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Transfer to a spice bag or add loose to the cider in your cooker. Cover and let the cider cook slowly for about 4 hours, or until spice is well infused. Ten minutes before serving, add brandy. Add sugar or honey in a rounded teaspoon at a time, if cider is too tart. Serve plain, or with a slice of lemon, extra brandy, or a small grating of nutmeg. 2508

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TIPS: 1. Use cider made from 100% fresh crushed apple juice (Aussie preferably!)

2. Make your own spice mix.

3. Use apple-friendly spices. Cinnamon, for sweetness and spice; clove, to restore some of the depth and body thinned out by mulling; cardamom, for its floral perfume; coriander, for its musky-citrus flavour; star anise, for the faint touch

of licorice in some apple varieties; vanilla pod, for a little sweet nuance.

4. Toast your spices, keep them whole.

5. Add buzz. A nip of alcohol added shortly before service makes the spicy, fruity aromas come out all the more. Slivovitz, a type of plum brandy, marries the cider’s flavours well. A tablespoon is all you need!

6. Use an electric slow cooker, and you can forget about the cider for hours while it stews away.

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INGREDIENTS: 1 litre apple cider 3 sticks cinnamon 5 cloves 4 cardamom pods, pressed until just cracked ¼ teaspoon coriander seed ½ star anise 1 vanilla pod 1 tablespoon brandy (optional) Honey or sugar to taste, if needed Whole apple, slices of orange or lemon to taste

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COVER FEATURE

Damien Cook, above, running out as ball boy for his brother Simon’s Helensburgh Tigers side. (Simon is at left in the photo.)

Photo: Ann and Graham Cook

Damien Cook in action during his State of Origin debut for NSW against Qld in game one of the 2018 Origin series. Photo: NRL

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RISE OF THE TIGER Damien Cook has come a long way, from playing footy as a little boy for Helensburgh’s Junior Tigers to representing NSW in State of Origin. It’s been a hard slog for this determined bloke and his very supportive family, but now he’s got an entire town, a whole state, behind him. 2508 reports.

Helensburgh Tigers Junior Rugby League Football Club, with teams ranging from Under 6 to Under 17, has a long and distinguished history as a cultivator of footy champions. More importantly, since its inception on January 28, 1973, this friendly, family-run club has been helping young kids develop into decent, hard-working and disciplined people. Helensburgh JRLFC is celebrating its 45th anniversary this year and what better way to mark the occasion than to highlight the achievements of one of the star players, Damien Cook, who came up through the club’s ranks.

Now, 26-year-old Damien is not the only Tiger to have pulled on the Blues jersey in Origin – let’s not forget Justin Poore or Tigerlillies Sam Bremner, Kezie Apps and Maddie Studdon – but he’s the most recent home-grown footy star to hit rugby league’s big time.

It’s been a long, winding road to Origin glory and the Blues coveted no.9 jersey for Damien.

Nothing has been easy for him, no matter how explosively fast he’s been or how persistent he’s been. He’s been playing professionally since he was 18, but Damien has rarely been a first-choice hooker in top-level league, simply because he’s consistently been on the same side as some of the game’s best players: Penrith, Dragons, Bulldogs and now South Sydney Rabbitohs.

But that’s all changed and after NSW’s 22-12 win over Queensland in Game I of the 2018 State Of Origin series and, at time of publication on the eve of Game II on June 24 at Sydney’s ANZ Stadium, Damien looked set to impress once again.

Damien’s parents, Ann and Graham, kindly took time out of their busy Origin-prep schedule to have a chat with us.

You’re away on a caravanning trip in Queensland?

Ann: We’re actually on holiday – we planned this holiday a long time ago because we’ve never had a winter holiday because of all the kids’ sport. [The couple have three sons – Simon, Jonathan and Damien – and a daughter, Lauren.]

And then when Damien was playing really well this year, his dad had a gut feeling, he said: ‘I think this is Damien’s year.’ So we were a bit reluctant to go [on holiday], because we haven’t missed many of his games. We thought: ‘Well, Murphy’s Law, if we stay home he won’t get picked and if we go [on holiday] he definitely will!’ And sure enough ...

How proud are you as Damien’s parents?

Graham: Yeah, very proud that he’s achieved what he did, but he’s put a lot of hard work in too. He’s had some knock-backs along the way but he kept at it, kept persevering and he got there in the end.

After NSW’s 22-12 victory over Queensland in Game I of the 2018 State of Origin series at the MCG on June 6: (from left to right) Graham and Ann Cook (Damien’s parents), Simon (Damien’s eldest brother), Courtney (Damien’s fiancée), Damien Cook and Jonathan (Damien’s older brother).

Photo: Ann and Graham Cook

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Damien Cook soaks up the atmosphere during NSW’s win over Qld in Game I of the 2018 State of Origin series. Photo: NRL

Lauren Cook, Damien’s sister, and the Origin star at Game I of the 2018 series.

Photo: Ann and Graham Cook

Ann: He always had that dream. It’s important to parents that if they show a bit of passion, you’ve just got to run with it. We just had to support him in every way we could to get to where he is today.

You know what it’s like with kids: you’re forever running around and when you’ve got four, your weekends are full up. The time you put in early though, it pays dividends in the end; the time you spend with your kids and the hours you put in.

Does it all seem unreal to you?

Ann: Just seeing him run out in the Blue jersey, in that grand stadium, the MCG, it was one of those magic, magic moments for us and the family. The whole family was so proud and I think people are genuinely really happy for him, that he’s actually got to where he is. His brother flew out from London and his other brother flew out from Dubai to be there [for Game I], so he had his whole family there – his brothers and sister – and they are just as proud as punch. They’re all very supportive of each other and even though they live so far away, they are very close-knit.

Graham: Yeah, it does feel surreal. We just couldn’t believe we were at the MCG, watching him run out. Just an unbelievable feeling.

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Ann: I think he’s one of those kids who can actually seize the moment, you know, they get that opportunity and just go for it. He’s able to get that head-space right and that physical thing happening where he can actually [say]: ‘I know I’ve got to perform here’ ... and so far, so good.

When did Damien start showing interest in footy?

Ann: I think he was a ball boy when he was three or four, for his older brother [Simon]. We made him play soccer first – because he was so little, he was tiny. He played soccer for two years when he was five and six and then we let him go at seven, I think he was allowed to play footy, real footy.

Graham: He always had that ability to play but he didn’t really get bigger until later, when he was older. [laughs] What’s it like watching your son play in Origin?

Graham: You get a bit nervy because he’s nearly 27 but he’s playing with the big boys, there are some big forwards running at him. [laughs] n Game II of the 2018 State of Origin series was scheduled to be played at Sydney’s ANZ Stadium on June 24; Game III will be played at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium on July 11. 2508

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WEED IT OUT: Ivy, English ivy (Hedera helix) A native of northern Africa, Europe and western Asia, English ivy, a widely cultivated garden plant, is widely naturalised in Australia.

Ivy is a climber or creeper which forms aerial roots that attach to supporting structures. It spreads rapidly, blanketing the ground in a thick mat of vegetation. This excludes light, eventually choking out other species and preventing their germination. Ivy also grows thickly up over tall tress and shrubs, smothering them and even causing them to fall over under its weight.

Ivy has three lobed leaves, which are thintextured and only slightly glossy, often with a slight whitish marbling. Leaves on flowering stems are larger, and are not lobed. It has inconspicuous greenish flowers in clusters, followed by black berries.

If you have ivy growing in your garden, please don’t let it grow up trees or fences, or anywhere high. Once it is up there, it flowers and the seeds are spread by birds into surrounding bushland (or even into your neighbours’ properties). The other way ivy spreads into bushland is through dumping of garden waste.

Removal: Hand-pull small plants and remove. Plants left lying on the ground will re-grow. For badly infested trees, cut away at least the bottom metre of ivy stems around the trunk and apply herbicide to both ends of the cut stems. Do not try to pull ivy down. Treat it and leave it to die in place.

GROW ME INSTEAD Wonga vine – Pandorea pandorana This local native vine will cover a fence or trellis.

It has cream flowers with brown or purple streaks, although yellow- and white-flowered cultivars are available.

Chinese star jasmine – Trachelospermum jasminoides This evergreen vine from China has dark, glossy foliage and small, starry, white, spicy, nutmegscented flowers in summer. It is slow-growing initially, but later becomes vigorous. Variegated leaf forms are also available.

Rasp fern – Doodia aspera It makes a good ground-cover for a shady site, but will also tolerate full sun and is one of the most drought-tolerant local native ferns. n More info at www.helensburghlandcare.org.au, or ring Merilyn on 0414 819 742. 2508

HOME FROM THE WAR The fourth and final part of an abridged account of Donald Harper’s World War I service, by Susan M. Bradshaw, of the Helensburgh & District Historical Society.

DONALD MCKAY HARPER: Service No. 2251 – AIF, son of Charles Harper, Metropolitan Mine Manager.

In the 10 months following his injury on the heights above Suvla Bay, Donald had been in constant and worsening pain. He was admitted to the 3rd Australian General Hospital for further investigation into what was causing the shoulder joint pain. X-rays showed loose bodies within the shoulder joint. It was reported in his medical files that for the previous 10 months he had done heavy

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work shovelling while still at Gallipoli.

Recommended for return to Australia for 3 months change, he returned by the H.T. Clan McGillivray and disembarked in Sydney on 17th August 1916.

He was admitted to the 4th Australian General Hospital Sydney to undergo further examination of loose bones/bodies in his shoulder on the same day. Following further examination, he was recommended for discharge from the army as medially unfit with good conduct, on 15th September 1916.

Donald was awarded the 1914/15 Star, the British War Medal and the Victory Medal.

He died on 23rd July 1946 at Cessnock in his 71st year. He was buried in the Presbyterian section of the Sandgate Cemetery Newcastle, NSW. 2508

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If it is, and your trees meet all the criteria for the 10/50 Vegetation Code Zoning, you may not need to go to Council at all. (Key things to note are that trees are within 10m of your property and they are not on a slope of more than 18 degrees.)

There are different departments in Councils that deal with general DAs and Arboriculture and both will be looking and assessing different elements or concerns.

We recommend asking an arborist to have a look at your trees, as they

will be able to assess the health and condition of the tree in its environment and ultimately give better outcomes for our environment. Whereas the DA Department will generally look at the trees in the context of the blueprint of your house designs.

Just don’t forget that without trees we can’t breathe – they are part of our environment and the future for our children! n Bohmer’s Tree Care works with local councils and is proud to offer Tree Reports for DAs – see their website for more or email info@ bohmerstreecare.com.au or give Bohmer a call for a friendly (no obligation) chat about any concerns or queries: 0432 789 530. 2508

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What changes have you implemented?

I have only made a few changes based on the views of students, parents and teachers. Surveys were conducted prior to my arrival and one result was that students were finding the assemblies too long, so I have reduced their number of assemblies.

There are two assemblies per term, and the time for each has been reduced. Each assembly involves three classes performing items that showcase their learning. We had our first assembly last week and the students loved it.

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WELCOME, PRINCIPAL NEILD Helensburgh Public School has a new Principal!

Ewen Neild spoke to 2508 mag’s Lauren Martin.

Tell us a bit about your background in education…

I have been a teacher for 20 years and worked in south-west Sydney public schools Mount Pritchard East and Heckenberg Public School. For the last ten years, I was at Berkeley, Woonona and Shell Cove primary schools in the Illawarra. I was excited when Helensburgh Public School was advertised. It is very close to home [Ewen lives in Austinmer] and the selection criteria fit my leadership skills and experiences. Also, my two sons have played cricket and soccer at Helensburgh so I was familiar with the area and have found the community very close and friendly.

What do you see as the school’s biggest strength?

I think Helensburgh Public School’s greatest strength is the school community. Parents and teachers are committed to doing their best for students and by working in partnership, a quality-learning environment has been fostered.

The teachers are committed to providing an excellent education for all students. The students are very caring towards each other and are actively involved in decision-making. Examples of this include peer support and the Student Representative Council.

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What plans do you have for the future?

I am committed to providing evidence based professional learning for teachers and engaging differentiated learning experiences for students.

Regular opportunities for students, parents and teachers to give feedback ensure there is a shared understanding of teaching and learning.

FUN FACTS FOR THE KIDS 1. Mr Neild, what’s your favourite colour? Red 2. What’s your least favourite food? Pumpkin 3. If you were stuck in an elevator with one other person, who would you want to be stuck with, and why? Being stuck in an elevator would not be much fun so probably someone entertaining or interesting. I would choose my brother who is my best friend.

4. What book did you love most in primary school? The Witches by Roald Dahl.

5. What is your favourite superhero? Not sure.

Perhaps Iron Man because he has a good sense of humour, but I could change my mind tomorrow. 2508

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1 Helensburgh Public School principal Ewen Neild 2 The new playground was opened on May 28. Photos: supplied

NEW PLAYGROUND OPENS!

Years of hard work by Helensburgh Public School’s P&C have paid off, Alison Ainsworth reports.

Helensburgh Public School’s new playground was officially opened on Monday, 28 May 2018 – the result of several years of hard work and dedication led by Helensburgh Public School’s P&C. School Principal Mr Ewan Neild led the official opening which was attended by Hon Lee Evans MP, Reece Conley from Moduplay, Bob Rogers from Tradies, and Andy Hyslop and Stephen Love Metropolitan Coal.

“On behalf of the school, I would like to thank the P&C, parents, Tradies and Metropolitan Coal for all of their hard work in raising funds for this project” said Mr Neild. “I know the students love having the new equipment and many students will use it for years to come.”

Fundraising efforts began in 2014 with the School’s very first Spooky Carnival. The Carnival, along with sponsorship from Tradies and Metropolitan Coal, funded phase one of the project – a sensory playground for the infants which opened in July 2015.

The P&C continued to raise funds over the next two years for the seniors’ playground with a large

portion coming from the second Spooky Carnival in 2016, along with sponsorship from Metropolitan Coal. The School covered the final balance so that the senior playground could be installed and opened this year – in good faith that they be repaid from the funds raised from the upcoming 2018 Spooky Carnival.

The playground opening last month was a fantastic celebration of the hard work and countless hours put in over several years by many volunteers.

SAVE THE DATE: 26 OCT 2018 FOR SPOOKY CARNIVAL! Helensburgh Public School P&C invites you to the third Spooky Carnival, to take place on Friday, October 26 from 4-9pm at the school. The carnival keeps getting bigger and better each time! 2508

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A WALK IN THE PARK

On May 25, Labor politicians hit the campaign trail in the Royal National Park – “to proudly reflect upon NSW Labor’s commitment to nominate our beautiful RNP to be world heritage listed”. Otford resident Karen Lane reports.

On May 25, a picture-perfect Friday morning, a group of 25 people armed with sunscreen, cameras, water bottles and a determination to have a good time, commenced a 4km bush walk.

The group had one clear purpose: a walk and talk in the Royal National Park (RNP), aiming to foster an appreciation of the park’s beauty, including its historical and cultural features.

The two-hour bush walk – organised by Labor Candidate for Heathcote Maryanne Stuart – was open to the general public. Former political heavyweight the Hon. Bob Carr, a long-time

champion of the ‘Royal’, and NSW Shadow Environment Minister Penny Sharpe attended.

Hardly any politics was discussed – the walk turned out to be less about exploring the political landscape and more about experiencing and appreciating the RNP landscape.

Led by Bob Crombie, from the volunteer organisation Friends of the RNP, we set off from Wattamolla Beach and moved at a leisurely pace to the first photo stop at Providential Point. Greeting us was a panoramic view back to Wattamolla Beach, across the Hawkesbury Sandstone coastal

ROYAL BATTLE AHEAD?

Dedicated as a public reserve on 26 April 1879, the Royal National Park was Australia’s first national park. The idea to nominate it for World Heritage Listing was initially widely supported in 2013, with community consultations held in 2014 and research by heritage experts commissioned. No nomination has resulted.

In a May 23 media release promoting Labor’s recent Royal hike, Labor Candidate for Heathcote Maryanne Stuart said she was hosting the bush walk “to proudly reflect upon NSW Labor’s commitment to nominate our beautiful RNP to be world heritage listed”.

The release also stated: “NSW Labor further promised a Labor government would not allow the F6 extension to run through Royal National Park, if elected in 2019 … Although the F6 has now been suspended from Loftus, Maryanne is wary of the future intentions, if re-elected, of the Premier and local State MP’s who have remained all too quiet on this issue.”

Following Labor’s Royal publicity walk, 2508 District News contacted Lee Evans, Liberal MP for Heathcote, to

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ask if he would support renewed calls to place the ‘Royal Reserves’ – that is, Royal and Heathcote National Parks and the Garrawarra State Conservation Area – on Australia’s World Heritage ‘Tentative’ List.

On June 21, Mr Evans replied with this statement: “It is easy to make promises when you are in opposition with no chance of being in government.

“We are going to see a lot of this false promising in the lead up to the election and it is a sad cynical exercise to falsely raise hopes of people with a genuine interest in the Royal National Park.

“The decision to make a World Heritage application for Royal National Park lies with the federal government in collaboration with the NSW government. Federal Environment Minister Frydenberg, having reviewed expert reports into the suitability of the RNP to be included on the World Heritage List, has advised NSW they do not provide an encouraging basis for a successful nomination.”

The NSW state election is scheduled for 23 March, 2019. 2508

cliffs and out to the deep blue Pacific Ocean.

About 200m south, among the coastal heath, Bob showed us the former location of a World War II anti-aircraft and anti-submarine artillery unit, which had remained there as recently as the 1960s.

Next came a choice of routes: for the daredevils, there was a cliff-top walk along a narrow ledge – about half the group, including Bob Carr and Penny Sharpe, chose to be daredevils. Maryanne Stuart and the rest of us took the safer route, while also enjoying a spot of whale-watching.

A kilometre further on, Curracurrang Cove came into view. From this prime vantage point, a group of school children quietly sat, capturing the landscape in their drawing books, under the guidance of their art teachers.

We proceeded down towards Curracurrang Inlet. Bob explained how the narrow cove with its protected harbour and water source, had provided a perfect home more than 7000 years ago for the local Dharawal aboriginal residents, and more recently just over 70 years ago for the depressionera hut residents.

Unlike other areas in the RNP, the depression huts at Curracurrang no longer exist but there is evidence along the cove that clearly shows where fishing boats once moored.

Opposite page from left to right: Hon. Bob Carr, NSW Shadow Environment Minister Penny Sharpe, Labor Candidate for Heathcote Maryanne Stuart and our writer, Karen Lane.

This page: the walking group on May 25. Photos: Unicorn Studios

From here, we retraced our steps back to Wattamolla, walking past some areas of vegetation still blackened from the January bush fire.

During the bush walk, Bob’s commentary was ably assisted with additional flora and fauna commentary from other members of Friends of the RNP, including Ian Hill. n For those who missed this walk, Maryanne is planning another. For details, email Maryanne.

Stuart@nswlabor.org.au. For more information on the RNP, visit www.friendsofroyal.org.au. 2508

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Wed 11 10.30am School Holiday Activity – Mash Tent: Have fun playing doctor with slings and bandages. 5+. Bookings essential.

Wed 18 10.30 – School Holiday Activity – Pop Rocks: Paint some stones in funky colours and patterns. 5+. Bookings essential.

Tue 24 5pm – Be Connected session. Introduction to Library e-books.

Wed 25 10.30am Storytime. Free. Ages 0-5 TECH HELP TRAINING: Be Connected provides free training to help you develop technology skills in the digital world. Training sessions available in June to August at Helensburgh Library include using Facebook, e-Books, Skype and how to get started online. For more information and bookings please call Helensburgh Library on (02) 4294 2185.

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Helensburgh Lions Club Meets 7.30pm every second Monday at Helensburgh Youth Centre, 26 Walker St. www.helensburghlions.org.au Helensburgh Men’s Shed Mondays and Tuesdays 9am-3pm at Stanwell Park Anglican Church Hall.

Call Mike Croft 0413 401 522, Ron Balderston 0410 564 752; visit www.helensburghmensshed.org.au.

Helensburgh Scout Group Open to new members.

Meetings during school term: Joeys (ages 6-8) Tues 4.30-6pm. Cubs (ages 8-11) - Thurs 6.30-8pm Contact groupleader@helensburghscouts.org.au Neighbourhood Forum 1 7pm, second Wednesday of the month, Helensburgh Community Centre.

Northern Illawarra Chamber of Commerce Annual CHURCHES • Bushland Chapel (Uniting Church) 94 Parkes St membership $99 a year. Next meeting is the AGM: Helensburgh. Faith, community. Fourth Sunday of Tuesday, 7 August 2018 at Tradies Helensburgh.

Questions to president@nicc.net.au. month 9.30am and as announced. Yoga, drama.

Spaces available. bushlandchapel.net, 0425 257984. Northern Illawarra U3A Stanwell Park Mondays (during school terms) 9.30am-noon at Hillcrest House, • H’burgh & Stanwell Park Anglican Church Regular Sunday services, 8.15am, 54 Stanwell Ave, Stanwell Park. Contact: Jenny Lee-Robins on 0406 350 025/4294 3475.

Stanwell Park; 10am and 6pm, 75 Parkes St, Stanwell Park CWA Meets 1st Tuesday each month at Helensburgh. Call 4294 1024. the CWA Hall in Stanwell Park at 10am. Secretary • Helensburgh Baptist Church Sundays, 10am, Community Centre, Walker St. Call 0411 192 508. Lynette Loo, 0413 166 244.

Toastmasters meets at Tradies Helensburgh every • Holy Cross Catholic Church Weekend Mass at 2nd and 4th Monday, at 7pm. 0408 961 392.

Helensburgh: Sunday 8.30am. Reconciliation: View Club July 17 – VIEW Club Christmas in July at Sunday 8am. Visitors welcome.

• Hope Church 2508 Sunday services, 9.30am, 3/23 Tradies Helensburgh. Please phone Fran on 4294 1885 by Monday, 9 July for new bookings or Cemetery Road, Helensburgh. 0404 803 055. cancellations. See page 32.

• Hillcrest Christian Fellowship Sundays, 6pm, Hillcrest House, Stanwell Park. Call 4294 3153.

PLAYGROUPS • Mondays 9.30am-noon, Stanwell Park CLUBS & MEETINGS Children’s Centre. Call Eleanor: 04 3443 4481.

Helensburgh & District Probus Club meets every second Stanwell Park Playtime in the Park is for children Thursday at Tradies Helensburgh. Visitors aged 0-6 and their carers. welcome, first call Brent Percy on 0419 604 576.

• Tuesdays 10am-noon, H’burgh Community Helensburgh Girl Guides At Guide Hall, Chippendale Centre, Walker St. Call Rosemary, 4294 1290.

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SPAT PHOTO CLUB: THIS MONTH’S THEME IS WINTER The SPAT Photography Club will be two years old in July. The Club’s aim is really simple and it’s still nicely small and intimate. It is for people who enjoy taking photos to have some fun, get together and get to know their cameras a bit better. It doesn’t really matter what kind of camera you have or what your level of expertise is – although we have some professional members most of us are newbies in one way or another. If you’re happier using your smartphone, a drone, top-of-the-line equipment or a point-and-shoot, it doesn’t matter.

We screen a three-minute slideshow of photos before the movie on SPAT’s film night.

We have a monthly theme and get together at the end of the month to look at what we’ve each done, have a chat, wine and nibbles. There is also an opportunity during the month to get together for a photoshoot, which is loads of fun. I’m more than happy to answer any questions. You can get in touch with Deb Edward via SPAT’s infoline (0429 921 562) or on spartstheartre@gmail.com.

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Photo: Creophilus erythrocephalus Rove beetle, by Jean and Fred, Flickr (CC BY 2.0)

BEETLING ABOUT

Are insect numbers declining? Scientists need your help to track the changes, so get out there and start recording things.

But do look out for leeches, writes Helensburgh entomologist Chris Reid, of the Australian Museum.

Well, a month ago I was going to write about the drought and since then we’ve had nothing but rain.

It will be interesting to see what effect the recent rains have had on the bush since my recent forays searching for insects have found very little.

I have a visitor from Denmark, Josh, a PhD student studying predatory ‘rove beetles’ that live in rainforest. His beetles feed on other small things living in mushy leaf litter. The rove beetle family is the most diverse group of organisms on the planet, with 63,000 species described – that’s just one type of beetle with about six times the total number of bird species. Needless to say they are mostly small and obscure although there are a few exceptions.

One that occurs here is usually found in corpses (for those brave enough to look) where it feeds on fly maggots. It bites, smells bad and it doesn’t have three eyes!

Anyway, Josh and I were looking for his beetles in the damper bits of 2508 and 2515, before the rains. We did that by sifting leaf litter, using a bag with a fine mesh sieve, then tipping out the concentrated small bits onto a white sheet.

Usually what pours out is a whole load of topsoil, hoppers, millipedes, centipedes, slaters, ants spiders and plenty of beetles. Sometimes scorpions.

So we lie around the sheet picking out the beetles as they move (and avoiding the scorpions).

Normally if you do that in rainforest in the Illawarra you get covered in leeches. But before the recent rains there was not a leech to be seen and hardly any beetles.

While the lack of beetles (and leeches) might be just a local phenomenon due to recent weather it might also be part of a global pattern that is emerging. In some places the total number of insects is declining markedly.

In a recent opinion piece by Professor Curt Stager in the New York Times Sunday Review

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(26 May 2018), he noted that longterm declines of 75-80 percent of flying insects are being documented in Germany and the UK. Is it important? Well, the same areas are also seeing massive declines of birds – no insects means no food for insect feeding birds, no pollination, no seed set and no seeds for seed-eating birds. That’s just a couple of knock-on effects.

Stager’s article notes that really the only way to determine these changes is by engaging the amateur community. We need you out there, recording things. Maybe just keep a simple diary of every butterfly seen in the garden, but keep it going for several years.

So now that it has rained Josh and I hope to find some beetles. And maybe get covered in leeches, happily. n Have a question? Email editor@2508mag. com.au, subject line “Beetling About”. 2508

PhD student Josh using a sifter to hunt for rove beetles in local bushland. Photo: Ian Hutton

NEW COP SHOP

A new $1.5-million Police Station will be built on the current site in Helensburgh. Heathcote MP Lee Evans announced the move in a media release last month.

On Friday, 22 June, Minister for Police Troy Grant joined Member for Heathcote Lee Evans to announce a new $1.5 million police station for the Helensburgh community.

Mr Grant and Mr Evans toured the existing Helensburgh Police Station and met with the new Wollongong Police District Commander Superintendent Chris Craner and station staff.

“This funding will enable a new police station to be built on the current site, providing local officers with a modern facility that will serve the community now and into the future,” Mr Grant said. “Local police will be consulted about the design and layout of the new station to ensure it meets their operational requirements.”

“The community has been calling for this investment and I’m proud to work alongside our local officers to ensure they have the tools they need to do their job,” Mr Evans said.

“Once built, Helensburgh officers will have an

From left-right: Commander Chris Craner, The Hon. Troy Grant Minister for Police and Emergency Services, and Member for Heathcote Lee Evans. Photo supplied.

updated and modern workplace and the best equipment to assist them fight crime and, most importantly, keep the community safe.

Mr Grant officially welcomed Superintendent Craner to the role of Wollongong Police District Commander and commended him on his open and proactive approach with the local community.

Superintendent Craner will host a community forum on Wednesday, 8 August, giving residents the opportunity to speak with local officers.

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CHEERS TO DR CROSSLEY MEATES! About 100 friends and patients of Helensburgh GP Dr Peter Crossley Meates enjoyed an afternoon tea party at Tradies Helensburgh on Saturday, June 16. Dr Crossley Meates is retiring after 56 years of caring for the community and Dr Andrew Morris will take over the surgery at 32 Walker Street. Photos: Timothy Walsh

INTRODUCING DR MORRIS Otford resident Dr Andrew Morris will take from Dr Peter Crossley Meates at 32 Walker Street, rebranding the surgery as Walker Street Family Practice and opening on Friday, July 13.

Dr Morris came to medicine after a career in information systems “that wasn’t for me”, he told 2508. “I did IT in actuarial studies, and worked for a few years in business consulting, then went back to do graduate medicine at Sydney University.”

Since completing his studies in 2008, Dr Morris has worked at Concord and St George hospitals.

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surgery [Oak Road Family Practice] in Kirrawee.

This will be an extension of it basically.

“In terms of my interests, I see a lot of kids, so I’ve done some pediatrics, I do a bit of skin cancer work,” said Dr Morris, who completed a Diploma in Child Health at Westmead Children’s Hospital.

“I will have appointments, made by phone (4058 3544) or made online (www.walkerstreet. com.au). I will also keep spaces free to try and best accommodate walk-ins. “I will be initially opening each week on Tuesday mornings (8-12), Friday mornings (8-12) and Saturdays (11-3).

Dr Morris is married to ceramic sculptor Emma Morris. The couple have two children and moved to Otford about two years ago. 2508

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GOOD RUNNING

Well done to two local mums who’ve run, had fun and raised money for good causes.

On May 20, Helensburgh parents Amber McGraw and Stuart McWilliam ran the SMH Half Marathon in aid of the Running for Premature Babies Foundation, the charity that helped their baby boy Nix survive.

“We raised $9462.64. Stuart finished with a time of 02:05:32 and I finished with a time of 02:31:24,” Amber said.

In the photo above left, Amber gives the “three-fingered salute” – a new sign introduced this year by a father to honour his premmie triplets, who began life in foundation-funded equipment at the Royal Hospital for Women’s NICU. And on May 13, Otford mum and breast cancer survivor Donna McManus completed the Mother’s Day Classic in Wollongong with a group of friends and children.

The Mother’s Day Classic is about families coming together to support, honour and remember women who’ve suffered from breast cancer; all funds go to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, which supports research into the prevention and treatment of breast cancer. “We raised $3115, which was amazing,” Donna said. 2508

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By Warwick Erwin, of Stanwell Tops Technical Services.

During the past month NBN Co contractors have been installing more node and laying fibre cables to connect those nodes to their hut at the exchange.

You many have seen the trucks with rolls of fibre cable on the back. This will continue with fibre cables to be laid in the streets that will get FTTC (Fibre To The Curb) connections. NBN Co has also been replacing pits and joints in copper cables not up to standard and that has caused some residents to lose their phone line or their phone number to be given to a neighbour down the road.

NBNco are still indicating that the first connections will be available Oct to Dec 2018.

Check the NBN map online: nbnmtm.australiaeast. cloudapp.azure.com/nbnmtm.html NBN connection is for data (internet access) and phone. Your phone will be over a digital connection and not the old analogue two wire connection. A modem at your home will provide the data and phone connection. That modem is powered at your home so a blackout will cause you not to have a phone connection. With the old analogue phone line the power was from the telephone exchange and was battery supplied in a blackout. That will not be the case with NBN. 2508

Report on June 13 meeting by convenor Warwick Erwin.

Old Helensburgh Station Tunnel (Glow Worm Tunnel): Crown Lands is fencing the area due to vandalism and damage to the tunnel, platform and sign, as well as the glow worms. Crown Lands want a community group to manage the area under the arrangements of a Trust Manager. The tunnel is heritage listed at State level and Crown Lands wants to provide managed public access to the site in a way that protects its heritage and environment. Crown Lands Project Management Office, Helen Wheeler, will present at the NF 1 meeting on Wednesday, 11 July. Anyone interested is invited to attend.

750 Princes Highway, Darkes Forest: Council’s official update is, “Our Regulation and Enforcement team have advised that Council is aware of the current activities upon the site and is continuing with its action to bring the matter before the Land and Environment Court of NSW.” Safe crossing: An NF1 member requested to again ask council for a pedestrian crossing in Parkes St, to make a safe crossing from the chemist to the post office and public toilet in Helensburgh CBD. n NF1 meets the second Wednesday of the month at Helensburgh Community Centre at 7pm. 2508

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Never mind ‘dry July’, this year we’re celebrating Plastic Free July.

Coledale’s Susie Crick, chair of Surfrider Foundation Australia, has some tips to get you through.

Welcome to Plastic Free July. Can you commit to accept the challenge to refuse single-use disposable plastic for one month? It’s really easy and can be something as simple as refusing a straw; or not buying produce that is pre-packaged in plastic; not buying any beverages that are bottled in plastic; or not using plastic cotton buds. Whatever action you choose, you will be making a huge difference by not contributing to the permanent problem that plastic creates. Surfrider is a supporter of Plastic Free July and to register your activity go to: www.plasticfreejuly.org/register.html So what do you do if you see rubbish on the beach, by the side of the road, or somewhere where it just doesn’t belong? Hopefully you can pick it up, but if that’s too hard then there’s something else that you can do. You can download a great app called SNAP SEND SOLVE. Use SNAP SEND SOLVE to report issues and provide feedback to local authorities. You can report issues such as litter, hard waste, parking, noise, trees and also general requests. It’s easy to register and to file reports. All you have to do is to pull out your phone and take a picture of the offending rubbish.

It matches your location with the registered authorities in the local area and sends the information directly to them. You have the option to provide your details and receive confirmation of the report, or you can opt to remain anonymous.

The Surfrider Ocean Friendly program will soon be featured on the Fair Food Forager App. Download this app to find cafes and restaurants that are doing the right thing by the environment

locally, as well as nationally and overseas.

Over the June Long Weekend, Surfrider South Coast hosted the second of our GromFest series for 2018. There were 65 young surfers making up 13 teams which competed in a tag team format from Boardrider Clubs from as far afield as Scarborough to Ulladulla.

GromFest is all about giving young children the opportunity to compete (often for the first time) for their club, no matter what their ability.

Everyone gets the chance to win prizes for surfing, as well as cleaning up the beach. The wind and wave conditions on the day dictated that the event be held at Woonona beach. The sand bank there gave us small, but surprisingly good conditions on a day when there was little swell. Ulladulla came in first from Scarborough A, Southbridge and Sandon Point B in that order. Our next GromFest will be held on September 15 and we hope that you can come along to help out on the day. Lots of volunteers make the event even better, so please sign up, get in touch and get involved.

Finally, we went to the launch of the SeaBin Project at the Maritime Museum. SeaBins act like a super marine vacuum cleaner that suck up plastic and rubbish from still waters. We are seeking sponsors to put a Surfrider SeaBin in Wollongong Harbour, so if anyone is feeling philanthropic, then please get in touch with me at: southcoastnsw@surfrider.org.au

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CLUB REPORTS HELENSBURGH VIEW CLUB Publicity Officer Virginia Dowson reports.

Helensburgh VIEW Club is having their traditional Christmas in July and although it rarely snows in these parts at time of writing it is cold enough to pretend! We will welcome in the second half of the year with the usual festivities, with Patti’s trivia, Christmas-style dinner and pud, and maybe some visitors.

Of our two sponsored students in The Smith Family “Learning for Life” program, one has now left school, so we are proposing to sponsor another child as they begin their school years.

The August Speaker is yet to be advised but in September we will be travelling out of town for lunch at Gerroa, where we will meet up with our Sister Club Nowra. Keep the date September 18 for a fun trip.

In June, a talk by Tony Hepworth, illustrated with projected photos, informed us of the dedicated work being done in Borneo and Malaysia, by some paid staff, and a number of volunteers, to try to save the Orang-utans. Such an enormous task, as the homeland of these rapidly disappearing animals is being depleted with no room or food left to survive. Land is being taken over to grow palm oil and rice. There are many stories of these intelligent creatures, considered to be the second smartest species, humans being the first! They are very strong – seven times the strength of a human–and a male can weigh about 130kg. They have a remarkable curiosity and memory, which were all demonstrated by Tony in his talk. They can work things out and solve problem situations. They move through the forest by “rocking” trees back and forth, not swinging as do other monkeys and apes, as they are too heavy.

A most enlightening story.

Chris has bookings for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, a new musical at the Capitol, 2pm matinee on Saturday 23 March 2019, to be paid by 25 January 2019. Please phone her on 4294 1103, mob 0419 282 264 for details.

The next VIEW Club lunch meeting is Christmas in July, on Tuesday 17 July at Tradies Helensburgh, at 11am for 11.15am start.

Please bring a book, preferably suitable for a teenager, for The Smith Family Christmas Appeal.

Please phone Fran on 4294 1885 by Monday 9 July, for new bookings or cancellations. 2508

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1st HELENSBURGH SCOUTS An update on the Cubs.

In late May, 12 cubs from the Helensburgh pack went for a two night camp at Cataract Scout Park. It was cold at night but campfires the cubs lit kept the chill away and were used to cook potatoes for dinner. The cubs did archery, with a bullseye scored by Lily. In the caving activity lots of awkward positions were encountered but luckily no cubs got stuck. The term will finish off with an astronomy night and a night bushwalk.

Cubs meets Thursday nights 6.30-8pm at the Scout hall. cubs@helensburghscouts.org.au 2508

HELENSBURGH GIRL GUIDES

Publicity Officer Heather McNaughton reports.

Cleaning up Australia, tackling a (cellophane) bush-fire, saving a beached whale – all in an hour’s work for our Brownies as they recently made their Guide Promise.

The Promise is a commitment that the girls make to become a Guide. It’s about serving others and developing themselves. The Promise and the Guide law will underpin everything they do as Guides. It enables the girls to grow into confident, self-respecting, responsible community members while having fun.

Based on the commitment of the Promise for girls “to serve their community and Australia” our very creative older Guides wrote, directed and acted in a fun-filled (and very Australian) Promise Ceremony that challenged the Brownies to put into action some of the Guide laws. This included being honest, and respecting themselves and others. In the words of Bazza our narrator for the evening – “it was a real Beaut”.

Helensburgh guides have experienced a huge growth in numbers over the past 12 months, and as such are running at full capacity. Vacancies are expected as some Guides move up into different age groups. A waiting list has been created for anyone interested in joining. For details, email Malynda Flarey at mflarey@gmail.com 2508

‘SPANNER IN WORKS’ SUCCESS 2508’s man in the Shed, Paul Blanksby, reports.

Our ‘Spanner in the Works’ men’s health week initiative was a great success, rewarding our Secretary Michael Croft’s vision, hard work and desire to help blokes in our area.

Michael and the Shed committee were pleased to see five Illawarra sheds attending, 2508 locals and First Nation men from the Jannali Kurranulla group. The health assessments were well attended, informative and a timely reminder to get our bodies checked. Many of the men assessed commented on the kindness and sincerity of Kelly and Rebecca, the two nurses from Dr Beaufils. They exhibited empathy and understanding to the blokes.

Your writer, though in good health, had a wake-up call in regards to his diet – less bikkies needed.

Carolyn, who works for the charity MIC (Mates in Construction), delivered a timely message: suicide amongst Australian men – retired or not – has hit a horrific high. If you see a mate who isn’t himself, whose habits have changed, or who is talking about anything suicidal, please say something to him and to one of the professionals available. You can save a life.

Brett, a personal ambassador for Beyond Blue, openly and honestly told us his story of panic attacks, anxiety and depression, and how seeking professional help and the support of loving parents and family brought him through these dark times.

The Diabetes speaker, Cheryl, had me very interested until the statement, ‘there is the equivalent of three teaspoons of sugar in a potato’!

This is due to its high GI. Funnily enough, sweet potatoes aren’t as bad.

Following this dietary bombshell came Matt of Meld Constructions, a local from Helensburgh who suffered a horrific injury while using a demolition saw two years ago. Matt spoke about this incident, and its aftermath, candidly, honestly and helpfully. His main concern in the immediate days following were searching for a positive; he thought he had found it when he believed people would stop asking him about his ‘funny accent’, acquired from his early years growing up in New Guinea. But the bandages, tubes and facial injury didn’t faze one nurse, who still asked: “Why do you talk funny?” Matt was inspirational – brave, and spiritually and mentally strong.

Then Ian from WorkSafe shared many stories of workplace behaviour; the good, the bad, and the very ugly. I am sure he could have been more explicit, and yet what he shared had great impact on all present. Nurse Kelly then took us through a day in the life of a foodie; an entire table, filled with

healthy, nutritious food, and not a chocolate biscuit in sight; very confronting to our Treasurer Kevin, who believes chocolate Montes are a staple.

Sharon from Hearing Australia was very helpful and gentle, doing so many men’s hearing tests, and if asked nicely could provide a certificate confirming something called WSHD (Wife-Side Hearing Deficiency). The last of our health professionals was Peter, from Fit for Life, once again giving us open and honest reflections on what inactivity can lead to in our later years.

We were also fortunate to have Bob from Total Tools Fairy Meadow, demonstrating many of their powered and hand tools. The Total Tools team even did a ‘live-fire’ demonstration of a SawStop table saw using a sausage; with a loud BANG the saw drops and stops on the merest touch of the sausage (representing your finger) and not a mark on it.

Absolutely amazing. And, yes, we have one of these machines at the Shed. We like our fingers.

Thanks to Blake and Lisa from Tradies Helensburgh, and to Kerrie Blackwell who was very helpful with excellent Health Day coverage on her ‘Helensburgh Help’ Facebook page.

On the Shed front, our new Metalwork and Machinery shop design and fit-out is progressing well, and we are enjoying the challenge of designing, creating and finishing the RSL Anzac Perpetual Awards for our four local schools.

Your Men’s Shed is at Stanwell Ave, Stanwell Park, next to the Public School. We are open on Mondays and Tuesdays 9-3, come on in and say g’day, it will do you good.

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THISTLES ON TRACK FOR FINALS Half-way through the 2018 season Helensburgh Thistles are well placed to cement a spot in the finals series, a club official reports

First Grade was, at time of publication, in third spot behind Bellambi Rosellas and Coniston Lions.

Head coach Brad Boardman remains keen to gain maximum points to consolidate the team’s spot.

Long-term injuries to key players Luke Wyatt and Ethan Grinham have rocked the squad, but mid-season transfers may help to fill the holes.

Goalkeeper Josh Williams has signed from Thirroul and one or two other experienced players are likely to be added soon.

First Grade’s sensational performance in the Bampton Cup, with a well-deserved win over Premier League heavyweights Port Kembla, has underlined the side’s huge potential. In another

Adam Thompson cleans up the mid-field during a game this season. Photos: April Boughton Creative

stunning performance, the team defeated an until-then unbeaten Coniston, 2-1, at home in round 11. Coach Boardman has taken the opportunity to blood some of Ray Kerridge’s youth grade chargers with Ben Watts and Brady Tipping featuring regularly in the top grade, and Jack Dipple gaining valuable experience off the bench.

The majority of the squad is relatively young and the leadership group includes Blake Charman, Jaydn Falkiner and Luke Van Zyl with the likes of Cody Cuthbertson, Eamon Van Zyl and Brad Watts all in good form. Japanese import Kei Mitani has been a stand-out performer and goalkeeper Matt Wardle has also been a strong contributor.

Youth grade has retained top spot despite back-to-back 1-0 losses to Coniston and Thirroul.

Injuries and the elevation of key players to the higher grades have impacted the squad. With noted striker Luke Miller on the way back, coach Kerridge remains confident the team can take out the championship before heading into a successful final series. Reggae Rowley, Jake Marshall and Brady Tipping have been in good form.

Reserve grade has been languishing mid-table, with coach Brad Matiuscenko bemoaning a lack of consistency. However, the talent is there with skipper Adam Thompson leading from the front, well-supported by Nathan Wolfers and Ryan Kendrigan. Upcoming home games include Kiama Quarriers on 14 July and Berkeley Eagles on 4 August. 2508

THE SURF CLUB THAT NEVER CLOSES Helensburgh-Stanwell Park Surf Life Saving Club held a joint Patrol Dinner and Excellence Awards night to celebrate the efforts of its members.

Publicity Officer Peter McDonald reports And there was cause for celebration because, at the close of another summer season, no lives had been lost on Stanwell Park beach.

The evening was well attended with members, friends and family, and entertainment by the very talented Georgia Anger.

Major Year award winners were: Initiative of the Year – IRB Racing Team; Team – Nippers Water Safety; Athlete – Blake Drysdale; Young Athlete

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– Jack Bridges, Patrol Captain – Karl Weber; Young Lifesaver – Drew Walsh and Rahul Gumukhani; Patrol Member – Stacie Lea; Club Member – Carl Williams and Monique Lehane (highly commended); State and Aussies medallists – Jack Bridges and Ian Manley; and Surf Sports Team – the U/19 Male Boat Crew.

Our Sea Eels winter swimmers compete at 9am every Sunday until September at Coalcliff pool.

New swimmers are welcome and will enjoy the camaraderie, exquisite soups and laughs. The club has visited Bulli Sea Lions and had a visit by 40 Bondi Icebergs ladies, who generously donated $500 to our main charity, CRAM Foundation.

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The World Championships on June 9 in Baku, Azerbaijan was the last stop on our Europe Tour.

Baku means ‘windy city’ and event organisers scheduled Elite racing between 8pm-11pm over two days, to avoid 70km/h winds. However, the wind picked up on Thursday afternoon and the Women’s session was postponed due to 55km/h winds. Conditions did not improve and racing was moved to Saturday – warm and hardly any wind.

The Elite Men category had 78 riders and Kai was riding great, qualifying through to the 1/8th final after two 2nds and a 1st. He was looking like one of the favourites as he had a blinder of a start in his 1/8th final, matching or even beating the 3-time World Champion, then finishing 3rd. An error at the start of his quarter-final cost him a semi-final spot, and he finished 5th. His riding was exceptional so we were all devastated by the result.

I got through the day with three wins, a 2nd in the 1/4 final and then a 4th in the semi-final and I

was through to the final. It was my first year racing in the Elite Women category, and I was happy with being in the World’s top 8! I had a bad start in the final but fought my way back to 5th and was trying to better my position when I was caught up in a crash. The support I received from the grandstands as I finished 6th in the World was incredible.

Our Europe trip had been the best possible preparation for this event. There are positives and negatives to take away from this, which can only help us to become better athletes. 2508

We will visit Scarborough Wombarra Bowling Club to celebrate Bring a Friend day and announce a $500 donation from South Hurstville RSL club to CRAM House. We will compete at the South Metropolitan carnival at Bondi, the South Coast and Australian championships, and host Cronulla RSL club on the 29th July.

We now have a rejuvenated IRB Racing Team competing under the direction of a very experienced captain Anthony Ashley. The team has already made finals in preparation for the Australian Titles. Always on the lookout for new members and sponsors in this exciting comp.

The Helensburgh Stanwell Park SLSC would like to thank our major sponsor Tradies, and welcome new sponsor, Westfund Health Insurance. Sponsor details are at www.stanwellparksurfclub.com, as well as details on how to become a sponsor. 2508

Patrol Member of the Year Stacie Lea. Photo: supplied

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1606 1.51 MO 1727 1.57 1730 1.74 TH 1152 0.55 1501 1.19 WE 1554 1.40 1.39 SA 1709 1.57 FR 1601 SU 0423 1.36 0311 1.33 0459 0328 1.18WE0427 050818271.25 42 0114 1.61 0230 0253 1.410312 42 0017 1.50 1.10 0.11 1.66 TU0.21 0147 1.42 0132 1.30 0.33 1.580354 2335 0.09 0.58 22280321 0.60 2024 0.82 2140 0.670.38 2157 0.73 0311  Copyright of Australia 2016, Bureau of Meteorology 1033 0.47 0932 0.46 1043 0.55 1032 105301100.44 31 0.38 0829 0934 0.490904 36 1.44 1.28 0707 0.47 0914 0.600.291.48 0804 0.34 Commonwealth 0816 0.44 0756 0.48 0.390959 0348 1.551.27 0354 1.40 0911 0520 1.42 1.31 04170916 1.32 0013 0.53 0016 0244 1.42 24 07021.74 90.40 24is1428 9 1020 24 91.51 91624 1.221548 1024 0.390.58 0.46 1447 1117 0.36 0.50 10231446 0.44 0941 0.54 0554 1.18 0611 1.300.33 1709 1.57 1606 1727 1.57 1730 54 1.40 1601 1.39 51 1409 1.28 1600 1.44 1425 1.40 1446 1.44 1430 1.43 TH SA SU MO240.51 WE FRWE TH of FR SA SU TUTH WE TH1.251326 MO0.55 WE FR SU MO Datum Predictions Lowest Tide 1.48 1649 1.49 SU 1755 1.63 1659 1.63 TU 1129 1601 1150 0.39 FR 1235 0.51 TH 1648 SAAstronomical 2335 2258 0.58 2228 2049 0.60 40 2009 0.67 2040 2157 0.732102 76 2253 2241 0.571.861.78 1906 1.622203 0.66 2.01 2059 0.64 2.04 0.61 1.71 0.611.75 0.64 2116 23312115 0.49 2136 0.79 1811 1.61 1825 29ʼ LONG 150°1900 55ʼ22480.73

2018

1.12 0.58 1.53

0.45 1.17 0.43 0.55 1827 1.58 1.57

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Barry Thompson reports.

Geoff Hammonds and Carl Foster scored 34 points; Carl won on count-back. Great result for Carl who is, like myself, a regular also-ran. Well done, Carl.

These winners will be well looked after by our sponsors, Helensburgh Butchers and Gallardo’s Pizza. Steve Egbers filled third with 33 and birdied the 15th to take the $50 prize. Well done, Steve.

Dennis won a voucher from our sponsor Helensburgh Driving Range. Dennis, from Wonoona, is a newer member and great company.

Make up your mind Jammu, last month you won the back nine, this the front … put it together.

Our ball prize stockpile was depleted by Sparrow, Mick, Steve winning nearest the pins and longest drive and me taking out the Bradman’s!

Thanks to Mark in his continued role as O.C Catering Corps. Remember the BBQ area of our club is a great venue for private functions.

Next outing is July 14th, 7.30am Tee Off. “What do you think of my game?” asked Terry Maney. “Interesting,” I said, “but I still prefer golf.”

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Jammu and Mick Bowron won the 4BBB with 42 points on a count-back with 3 pairs on the leading score. Greg Ford on 37 won the individual stableford from Craig Nicholl on 35; Mark O’Connor on 32 was 3rd. Birthday boy Tony G surprised everyone with cake. Kevvy was the man within a metre on the 7th getting the major prize of 15 balls to knock off one of his playing partners.

SGC Match Play is down to just three contenders with Tim Lowe edging out Mick Bowron in a hard-fought tussle with three play-off holes, whilst Debbie rounded up Mark 3 & 2. Tony English was the lucky winner with a walk-through.

With three new member getting handicaps in June come and join the rest of us dew sweepers on July 1st. Interest will be high for the 1st round of the SGC Championship, best 2 of 3 rounds, to fire up during the winter chill.

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