Beagle Weekender Vol 200 March 26th 2021

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Your FREE online Eurobodalla weekend magazine.

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editorial Welcome to this week’s editorial, You may have no7ced (or not) that this week’s edi7on is Volume Number 200.

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To some that might seem a low number and to others the numbering of the edi7ons of the Beagle Weekender might appear a useless endeavour but for me the numbering is important.

It is important because it reminds me, in this case, that I have delivered without fail, for the last 200 weeks, your Friday mailout edi7on of the Beagle Weekender that, to my mind, celebrates the community we live in and seeks to inform and include the community in local news, views and events.

The numbering is also important as the Beagle Weekender is archived with the NSW State Library, playing its small roll in documen7ng the history of the 7mes. With local news now mostly on-line and behind paywalls the task of capturing the day to day changes in our community and wider society are rapidly diminishing.

For those who enjoy thumbing their way through the archives of local history we enjoy the scanned images of newspapers from yesterday on TROVE. But today’s news papers are not scanned and the digital records of most publishers are not kept.

When I established The Beagle four years ago I recognised the vital role that local news has in informing and including its community. The importance of celebra7ng who we are. Documen7ng the warp and the weA. As you look over scanned newspapers of yesteryear in TROVE they too celebrated the community and offer a wonderful insight of who we were. They also document the journey and reveal how far we have come.

The Beagle is a community driven news source. I might be its editor but it is the community who drive it with their contribu7ons, the many media releases and the con7nued stream of sugges7ons, 7ps and whistleblowing that require inves7ga7on, repor7ng and followup.

Two hundred Friday’s in a row, siDng at a laptop compiling the Beagle Weekender, passing on what I can of all the news and items that pour in each week.

I thank all the adver7sers, sponsors and donors who help keep this shoestring venture afloat. I thank all the contributors who share the passion they have for their ac7vi7es, craAs and interests and I especially thank the bulk of councillors and senior Council execu7ve for their con7nued aFempts at subterfuge, their poorly choreographed stumbling duplicity, their entertaining overt inep7tudes and their con7nued failures at providing any evidence of openness, transparency or even representa7on. Without them The Beagle would be far less entertaining.

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Rob and Kate from South Coast Pix will be on site for the opening of the NEW Batemans Bay Bridge.

Kate will be on the ground during the opening ceremony and later with the crowds as they make their way across the bridge. No doubt there will be some stunning images to look forward to.

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AMA NSW President tours the South East Vol 16 September 15th 2017 Dr 48 Danielle McMullen, 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol April 27th 2018

President AMA NSW, and Ms JulieFe Paterson, Senior Workplace Rela7ons Advisor, visited the Eurobodalla today in response to the receipt of 64 leFers signed by local doctors reques7ng a single new level 4 Eurobodalla regional hospital and improvement to Accident & Emergency and Cri7cal Services. These leFers represented approximately 90% of the medical workforce in the Eurobodalla.

Dr McMullen confirmed the mission of the Australian Medical Associa7on (NSW) in advancing the interests of the medical profession and their pa7ents through effec7ve advocacy and encouraging the advancement of the health of the community.

The visit was 7mely in rela7on to the current NSW Parliament Inquiry into health outcomes and access to health and hospital services in rural, regional and remote NSW. Dr McMullen began the tour in Narooma and held discussions in Narooma Community Health Centre with representa7ves of the SNSWLHD. A visit to Moruya and Batemans Bay District Hospital sites was conducted and the AMA team met staff, witnessing the high demands of the Accident & Emergency Departments.

She was informed that despite the combined Accident & Emergency Departments having 8-10,000 more presenta7ons per year compared to South East Regional Hospital and Goulburn Base Hospital, a higher number of medical separa7ons and a higher number of mental health presenta7ons, the area needed to transfer 130 pa7ents per month outside the region due to the lack of Intensive Care Services.

Dr McMullen also met with community representa7ves from the Narooma, Moruya and Batemans Bay areas who shared their personal experiences of the local health services and their expecta7ons of level 4 local services in the Eurobodalla.

The community representa7ves informed Dr McMullen that the community has the expecta7on of a level of health service equal to South East Regional Hospital and Goulburn Base Hospital which would include physician, orthopaedic, paediatric and psychiatric services. The first-hand experience of the region and learning of its posi7ves, and nega7ves will greatly assist the AMA in advoca7ng for improved health services in the Eurobodalla Dr McMullen acknowledged that without level 4 Intensive Care services the medical, surgical and maternity services could not increase to a level 4 role delinea7on standard, therefore remaining at the exis7ng level of services.

She also acknowledged the need for health educa7on facili7es locally and the need for recruitment of permanent local doctors, nurses and allied health workers.

The team was impressed by the level of staff commitment to providing the best level of care within the capability of the hospitals and experienced the distances required for pa7ents to access care at other hospitals such as South East Regional Hospital. Dr McMullen is commiFed to advocate for the improvement of health services in the Eurobodalla at the NSW Health level. beagle weekly : Vol 200 March 26th 2021

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Floods declared Natural Disasters : Assistance available for primary producers Vol 16 September 15th 2017 and Eurobodalla have now been declared natural disasters. For primary producers, The floods in Bega 28 December 7th,Valley 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 this opens support through the NSW Rural Assistance Authority for low interest loans and transport subsidies.

Landholders are urged to complete the Natural Disaster Damage Survey (hFps://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/ climate-and-emergencies/emergency/community/primary-industries-natural-disaster-damage-survey) to help inform government of the level of impact to allow targe7ng of support and resources. Primary producers can contact the RAA on 1800 678 593 or email rural.assist@raa.nsw.gov.au Farmers and small business owners facing legal problems related to the catastrophic 2019-20 bushfires can access free, confiden7al legal help from specialised insurance, credit and debt lawyers and financial counsellors.

Financial Rights Legal Centre Chief Execu7ve Officer Karen Cox said while our thoughts today turn to people who have suffered loss amidst the devasta7on of the NSW floods, there are many people s7ll reeling from the impact of the catastrophic 2019-20 bushfires.

“Many Australians have faced added stresses following the devasta7on of losing their proper7es because of difficul7es and significant delays with their insurance claims,” Ms Cox said.

“Hundreds of individuals and families have found themselves under-insured or uninsured leaving them unable to replace their homes or other property including vehicles, outbuildings, livestock and fencing. For some, they are now facing storm and flood damage as well. ” More than 3000 homes were destroyed and 17 million hectares burned across NSW, Victoria, Queensland, ACT, Western Australia and South Australia.

Financial Rights Legal Centre is a community legal centre that can provide free legal advice and financial counselling to help for consumers, farmers, primary producers and small businesses affected by the bushfires.

The Financial Rights Insurance Law Service is a key repository of insurance law exper7se with extensive resources and experience in dealing with insurance issues.

Ms Cox said Financial Rights had specialised lawyers and financial counsellors who understood problems people face when their proper7es are damaged or destroyed by natural disasters including bushfires, COVID-19, hail, storm and drought.

“We are assis7ng many people who face significant ongoing delays with repairs with some leA without safe accommoda7on because insurers generally only cover rental costs up to 12 months.

“Others are con7nuing to baFle through disputes with insurers over repair valua7ons, insufficient cash seFlements, unfair policy terms and condi7ons and confusing exclusions.

“People in these circumstances do not have to struggle alone, there is a wealth of free, confiden7al exper7se available at Financial Rights.” beagle weekly : Vol 200 March 26th 2021

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Council Updates Captain Oldrey, Broulee, Mackay Park Batemans Bay and Bodalla sportsgrounds are open. All others closed for now.

Vol 16 September 15th 2017 The boardwalk in Malua 28 December 7th, 2017 Bay from Tallawang Avenue to the beach has been damaged in the storms and is Vol 48 April 27th 2018 closed for now un7l repairs can be made.

The shark net at Narooma's bar beach was damaged in the big seas and Council has removed it a few weeks ahead of its annual post-Easter repairs. It'll be back in the water for next Summer.

Please don't swim at the beach or river un7l the water clears - rain, stormwater and debris aren't a good mix.

Post-flood help for primary producers is available in the form of loans and transport subsidies. Contact NSW Rural Assistance Authority on 1800 678 593 or rural.assist@raa.nsw.gov.au There's also a survey that will help the government target support and resources -> hFps:// www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/climate-and-emergencies/emergency/community/primary-industries-natural-disasterdamage-survey

ROADS CLOSED Eurobodalla Road at Gulph Creek causeway, Nerrigundah Centenary Drive Narooma between Williamson Drive and Apex Park boat ramp, Narooma - under traffic lights Comerang Forest Road at Silo Farm Bridge, Eurobodalla, west of Bodalla Congo Road north - residents should use the sealed road, Congo Road south, via Bingie Road and the highway Eurobodalla Road at Reedy Creek Bridge, Eurobodalla Sunnyside Road at the causeway, Tilba Wild Horse Road at Tilba Punkalla, Tilba Kings Highway: Urgent repair works as a result of the heavy rain will begin at Government Bend on the Kings Highway from Wednesday 24 March 2021. The road is open, however, traffic control and speed restric7ons will be in place.

Please slow down, drive to condi7ons and follow direc7ons given by traffic controllers.

For highway updates visit Live Traffic NSW Council’s website and Facebook will con7nue to be updated with road closure informa7on.

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The March mee2ng of the Batemans Bay Evening View Club was the Annual General Mee7ng with a new commiFee elected Vol 16 September 15th 2017 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol2021.

48 27thTeer 2018 for Julie was sworn in as president with LoreFa Thornton suppor7ng her as Vice President. Other office bearers are Anita Barnes (Secretary), Coral Pryor (Assistant Secretary), Nancy Carter (Treasurer), Leslie Handley (Assistant Treasurer), Tracey Caines (Delegate), Jenny McCaskill (Program Officer), Julie Teer (Welfare Officer) and AnneFe Hazell (Publicity Officer). The new commiFee were presented with their commiFee badge by Glennis Beauchamp represen7ng our Na7onal Office.

AAer the formal part of the mee7ng a Chinese banquet was enjoyed by all. AAer the meal we celebrated the birthday of members having a birthday in January and February. Members celebra7ng were June Brooks, Helen Bell, LoreFa Thornton, Leslie Crompton and AnneFe Hazell and they all received a chocolate giA to celebrate their birthdays.

We are looking forward to another successful year with our new commiFee. New members are always welcome.

The next mee7ng of the Batemans Bay Evening View Club will be held on Wednesday 14 April 2021 at the Batemans Bay Soldiers Club at 6.00 pm for 6.30 pm with a meal at a cost of $26.00. Visitors and guests are always welcome to come and join everyone and enjoy an evening with women from all walks of life and listening to a great guest speaker and helping to raise money for The Smith Family and disadvantaged children. Our guest speaker for April will be from the NBN. For all enquiries please contact Jenny on 0429 726 630 or Julie on 0408 215 553

Narooma CWA news Date change for April mee7ng, as would fall on Good Friday will now be on Fri 9th April at 1pm.

Don’t forget the Easter Sunday Garage sale 4th April 8am -2pm. Dona7on of items via drop off Friday 10am-noon or Tues 1.30pm -3pm.

Contact cwa.narooma@gmail.com or Louise Starkie 4476-5131 or Sally James 4476-1691.

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Capital Chemist donate to six of our local brigades

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The Malua Bay brigade together with Nerrigundah, Runnyford, Belowra, Deua River and Tinpot brigades were recipients of generous dona7ons from Capital Chemist at Batehaven this week with the six RFS brigades receiving a dona7on of $2500 each.

Some of the money came from community dona7ons raised through the annual Capital

Chemist Community Calendar for 2021.

Usually, the calendar is free, but in light of the events of 2020, they asked for a gold coin dona7on Each year the Capital Chemist Group produce a free Community Calendar for their customers and pa7ents as one of the ways that they like to give back to the community and help everyone stay on track with their health.

Capital Chemist Group partnered with Josh Burkinshaw Images for this year’s calendar saying "Josh is a landscape photographer based in Batemans Bay who captures the breathtaking beauty of the South Coast. Each month features an awe-inspiring image, from beau7ful bushland to spectacular sunsets and drama7c ocean scenery."

Alongside Josh’s photography are images from the Maula Bay Fire Brigade.

Swap weeds for free na2ve plants! | Council are holding their popular na7ve plant swaps on Saturday and Monday at local libraries, along with talks about sustainable gardening. You can get advice and learn more about na7ve gardening - and bring along bagged environmental weeds to swap for free na7ve flowering plants.

Now is the perfect 7me to plan a na7ve garden to let it take root prior to the heat of summer. And, by removing weeds like African daisy, agapanthus and Asparagus fern from your garden you'll also help stop them spreading to our natural environment.

Saturday 27 March: • Moruya Library: Gardening talk 10am, plant swap (outside the library) 10am to 1pm.

Monday 29 March: • Narooma Library: Gardening talk and plant swap 10.30-11.30am

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Orchid Enthusiast it 2me to meet again.

The Next mee7ng for Eurobodalla Orchid Club is on Set up from 1pm, plants benched by 1.30 pm and mee7ng at 2pm.

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Jean Swindley will talk to us about Specimen plants and their associated problems. . Novice Members and others are invited to bring along plants for growing advice. These should be free of pests and disease.

New members welcome.

Covid regula7ons must be followed.

LeA: Ray and Gayle Huddleston - Plant of the Night Howeara Lava Burst "Puanani"

Mogo Wildlife Park has welcomed a new baby zebra foal, born to first-7me Mum, Katali, on Sunday 21 March 2021.

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Batemans Bay Dan Murphy’s gets ready to celebrate one year anniversary Batemans Bay Dan Murphy’s is geDng ready to celebrate its first anniversary on 29th March, and store manager Karen Henry has even Vol 16 September 15th 2017 28reason December 7th, 2017as the store has been nominated for Large Format more to2018 rejoice Vol 48 April 27th Liquor Store of the Year in the upcoming Retail Drinks Industry Awards.

“We have been nominated by the leadership team at Dan Murphy’s because our store is a market leader in sustainability and the store’s energy ini7a7ves shows the importance of a green store in a regional community,” Batemans Bay Dan Murphy’s store manager Karen ‘Kaz’ Henry said.

Above: Luke Bridges, Karen 'Kaz' Henry and Sylvia Szabo

“We were also nominated because of our posi7ve customer reviews, fast response to Covid-restric7ons and our team’s collabora7on, support and resonance with the local community.” she added.

The Bateman’s Bay Dan Murphy’s is one of the drinks retailer’s most energy efficient stores to date. The store has LED ligh7ng throughout to help reduce energy consump7on, and the fridges create less carbon dioxide, which is beFer for the environment.

Almost a quarter of the store’s power consump7on is offset by solar power - it has 168 solar panels on its roof - and it has Dan Murphy’s first electrical car charging sta7on, “On average, one customer a day uses the car charging sta7on, with weekends being the busiest 7me. Batemans Bay and the beau7ful Sapphire Coast aFract many visitors every year, so it’s great to know that so many are choosing to travel in a sustainable way,” Ms Henry said.

Dan Murphy’s rolled out contactless direct-to-boot service as a response to Covid-19 in April. Drinks orders carried straight to customers’ car boots may have started as an innova7ve way to implement social distancing, but it has become so popular that Dan Murphy’s is keeping the service - and Batemans Bay Dan Murphy’s now offers it as a permanent service.

All 28 team members employed in the Dan Murphy’s Batemans Bay are from the area, and Ms Henry added that they have been made to feel welcome, “It’s been a challenging year for our Batemans Bay community with bushfire recovery and a global pandemic, so we have talked, cried and laughed with our customers. We are just amazed at how locals have welcomed us; we certainly feel part of the community,” she said, To celebrate the anniversary, customers will be able to enjoy treats from local bakeries Amber’s Cafe and AJ’s Bakery. Customers who wish to take part are encouraged to register themselves in store ahead of the day.

“We are very much looking forward to marking this milestone in a Covid-safe way with our customers,” Ms Henry said.

Batemans Bay was the 16th store with solar power for Dan Murphy's when it opened last year, and since then, the drinks retailer has switched on another 20 stores to solar power.

“We are making our stores more sustainable, and energy use is a big part of our efforts. Approximately 15 percent of our stores across the country are now switched to solar,” said Dan Murphy’s Na7onal Renewal Opera7ons Manager Tyson Holbery.

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Marine debris haul at Shelly Beach Vol 16 September 15th 2017 Vol 28 December 7th, 2017

Vol 48 April 27th 2018 More than 45kg of marine debris was removed from Moruya’s Shelly Beach on Wednesday morning aAer heavy rains washed rubbish into local waterways.

Members of the Eurobodalla Marine Debris Working Group, Landcare and South Head residents picked up the haul and recorded it onto the Australian Marine Debris Ini7a7ves database.

Above: Alex King, Emma Patyus, Marian MaD, Items included dog toys, thongs, some food Stephanie Foster, Helen Ransom and Lyn Bain were wrappers and containers, as well as a gas boFle, a among those who took to Shelly Beach on Wednesday car tyre and a few aluminium cans. to clean up marine debris aAer the heavy rain.

Council’s environmental educa7on officer BernadeFe Davis said liFer on local streets and roadsides was swept into local waterways in heavy rain and commonly washed up on local beaches and in mangrove areas.

“Shelly Beach in par7cular is a good indicator of the rubbish coming from the Moruya CBD,” she said.

“It was great to see very few plas7c drink boFles and zero plas7c bags in the haul, however we did find large amounts of old polystyrene packaging so it was great to get it out of our waterways.”

Now that the sun is out, Ms Davis urged the local legends out on our beaches picking up marine debris to log it on the na7onal database.

“If you record the debris, council and all levels of government, researchers and educators can use that data to help stop liFer at its source,” she said.

“Give the handy Tangaroa Blue marine debris app a try – you’ll find it in your app store.”

A large amount of debris as a result of the bushfires, including 7mber, ash and logs, is also washing down our rivers and waterways, and oAen onto beaches, which is par7cularly evident at Shelly Beach.

Council’s environment services manager Deb Lenson said it was likely to con7nue with large rain events.

“The approach is to let nature take its course with natural debris unless there is a public safety risk,” she said.

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CWA State Conference is Going Ahead in Bega this May The local organising commiFee are pleased to report that plans are to proceed with 2021 Country Women’s Associa7on of NSW state conference in Bega from Sunday 2nd May to Friday 6th May. President of the local conference organising commiFee Helen Galton Vol 16 September 15th 2017 said “To date we are expec7ng four 28 April December 7th, 2017 for our CWA conference week. The Vol 48 27th 2018 hundred visitors in Bega CWA are coming to our town!”

Covid-safe condi7ons will be in place for the CWA Conference. Each CWA branch is en7tled to one conference delegate for the 2021 CWA Annual General Mee7ng and one observer. The conference delegates will meet in the Bega Showground Pavilion. The conference observers will view the AGM proceedings as a live stream at the Bega Civic Centre.

During the Conference CWA members may visit Bega town centre cafes & restaurants for their lunch. Delegates and observers also have the op7on of lunch packs provided onsite at Bega Showground by Bega & Tathra Hospital Auxiliaries or a Barbecue lunch provided by Bega Lions.

Nelleke Gorton who is coordina7ng the food for the CWA Above: Marjorie MacKnight & Alison Jenkins both Conference said “We are so lucky our region offers fresh of CWA Pambula-Merimbula branch with their prize winning Sponge cakes at CWA Far South local produce including my favourite the delicious Ploughman’s Lunch with Bega Cheese.”

Coast Group Land Cookery day in Bermagui on 9th March. Alison will bake her 1st place Sponge Local CWA Conference tours are available for members with their family & friends who travel to conference with for the CWA State Land Cookery compe##on in Bega. members. With the Conference only six weeks away, bookings for the tours are beginning to fill. There are three tours including Bega/Tathra, Central Tilba/Bermagui, and Eden/Pambula.

CWA tour coordinator AnneFe Kennewell said “The tours will showcase the stunning scenery of our Sapphire Coast and Bega Valley with op7ons for tas7ng our local produce including cheese, oysters, beer & cider.”

How can the community of Bega Valley and Eurobodalla get involved with the CWA State Conference? Buy a CWA State Conference Raffle 7cket to help with fundraising.

Raffle 7ckets are available online at hFps://www.rafflelink.com.au/ cwa2020 or from your local CWA branch.

Visit the Local Market organised for visi7ng CWA members and our Bega community on Sunday 2nd May from 1pm to 5pm at Bega Showgrounds.

The community of Bega and surrounds are also invited to visit the CWA State Land Cookery and HandicraA compe77on exhibi7ons.

The CWA Land Cookery exhibi7on will be on display at the Seventhday Adven7st Church, 31 Upper Street, Bega. The CWA State HandicraA exhibi7on will be on display at The Uni7ng Church & Hall, 125 Gipps Street, Bega.

Lynn Lawson, Secretary of local Conference organising commiFee said “A reminder that all Bega Valley & Eurobodalla schools are invited to par7cipate in the Make a Cow compe77on and everyone is invited to enter our Cow Cake Decora#ng compe77on.”

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Quarterdeck Narooma has a new owner : Jus2n Hemmes Jus7n Hemmes, fast becoming a local in Narooma, has confirmed the purchase of the Quarterdeck Narooma.

The acquisi7on goes hand in hand with numerous other ini7a7ves and ventures that are rumoured to be Vol 16 September 15th 2017 unfolding in27th the2018 Narooma 28 April December 7th, 2017 township that will certainly liA the bar.

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Saturday the 27th of February 2021 was much more than another fabulous night of music hosted by Chris and Robyn of the Quarterdeck Restaurant, Narooma.

With The Gadflys playing and a booked out venue there was much to celebrate for the restaurant that had, like so many others, rose up from the challenges of bushfires and Covid to return to near normal with live music, cocktails and Mexican fare.

Host Chris Scroggy took the stage as to be expected however his introduc7on to The Gadflys came with a preamble that had the en7re room a buzz.

Chris announced that The Gadflys would be the last in an incredibly long line of performers that had graced his stage over the twenty years that he and Robyn have been owners.

Their transforma7on from a simple boatshed into a South Coast icon for live music and the waterside experience of dining is something that both are proud of.

As too is the sense of pride realising the many staff they have employed and trained over the years. The Quarterdeck has become so much more than a 7ki bar and restaurant.

For so many it became a temporary home during the bushfires.

Being a humble man Chris didn't men7on any of the hundreds of helping-hands that he and Robin had selflessly given to the community. Instead he cut to the chase and announced that The Quarterdeck had been sold.

Chris indicated that Robyn would be re7ring from hospitality, but with a glint in his eye he indicated that his passion for live music and providing a venue might well con7nue in a new project. One day. The Gadflys (Phil and Mick Moriarty, Elmo Reid and Pete Velzen) were terrific.

Two sets with an encore with a mix of new and old. To close the night Chris and Robyn climbed up to the stage and to a standing ova7on said their final farewells to the many music fans who had supported them for so many years.

It was indeed a moment in the history of South Coast music venues and a deserving farewell to a couple passionate in suppor7ng, and presen7ng, live music. The Quarterdeck will con7nue trading as a restaurant un7l the new owners take over.

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River Of Art Ge>ng Ready To Flow River of Art, the vibrant annual Eurobodalla fes7val that celebrates the extensive arts scene along the far South Coast, will be kicking off in September with even greater energy and excitement.

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The fes7val, which COVID couldn’t subdue last year, is now in its 16th year. Running from Friday September 17 through to Sunday September 26, River of Art is a showcase for all forms of art from pain7ngs and sculpture through to performance art, film and poetry. The two very successful COVID-friendly ini7a7ves introduced last year – the mural event, REVIVE, and the online Arts Directory – will again feature this year.

“Last year’s fes7val was an amazing success. Even though we had to pare it right back because of the COVID challenge, the arts community here was determined that it would go ahead,” fes7val co-chair, Di Jay said.

“It was a fantas7c symbol of the resilience and determina7on of the people living in our region which had suffered so badly last year from fire and then the impact of the pandemic.

“We are very op7mis7c that this year’s fes7val will be even beFer, Above: a sec7on of one of the fabulous murals back to its pre-COVID shape and with the very crea7ve ini7a7ves which was painted in Bateman’s Bay last as part of the River of Art’s REVIVE mural event. we introduced last year like REVIVE and the arts directory.”

With just six months to go before the 2021 Fes7val kicks off, expressions of interest are now being sought from visual ar7sts, performers and musicians as well as businesses and community groups who want to be part of the fes7val program.

Informa7on about the proposed fes7val program and expression of interest forms can be found on the River of Art website, hFps:// www.riverofart.com.au/ . You don’t have to be a fully fledged event to register your interest - venues wishing to host an event or ar7sts seeking a venue can register and we will aim to ‘marry you up’.

Another fes7val highlight is the $2000 River of Art Prize which will be awarded at the start of the Fes7val with all entered artworks exhibited in Narooma throughout the fes7val. Entries for the prize will open 8 weeks prior to the start of the fes7val.

“River of Art is only successful because of the wonderful community of ar7sts and supporters who get behind us every year,” explained Vicki Lascelles, also co-chair of the fes7val commiFee. “So we’re really keen to get as many expressions of interest as possible. Ar7sts out there, please start working now on your River of Art entry.”

River of Art is one of the region’s most popular fes7vals. So make sure you mark the dates in your calendar and book a bed if you plan to stay. The fes7val program will be available about six weeks before the start of the fes7val. You can stay in touch with fes7val developments through the website www.riverofart.com.au or follow up on Facebook. beagle weekly : Vol 200 March 26th 2021

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Mogo Camping Adventures arrives at Mogo Wildlife Park Vol 16 September 15th 2017 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018

Spend a night under the stars and sleep to the sounds of Australia’s most diverse animal family Mogo, NSW – 21 March 2021 — One year on from the bushfire crisis that devastated the region, Mogo Wildlife Park, south of Batemans Bay, is launching a new bespoke aFrac7on for local tourists.

Just in 7me for the Easter holiday season, visitors can now embrace the great outdoors and camp overnight at Mogo Wildlife Park, home to Australia’s most diverse collec7on of exo7c wildlife.

Perfect for families, couples, singles and groups, the new experience is all-inclusive with tents, beds and meals included, as well as a group animal encounter on arrival.

Guests will also have the opportunity to learn about the rich history of the South Coast and live country music around a campfire aAer dinner. The following morning will see guests awaken to the dis7nc7ve calls of animals and be fuelled with a breakfast overlooking the park’s Sumatran Tigers. Following breakfast with the 7gers, guests are invited to explore the park and the camping package also includes a giraffe-feeding encounter.

Zookeeper and Managing Director of Mogo Wildlife Park, Chad Staples said: “We are so excited to be launching this unique experience and welcome visitors from around Australia to our park,” “2020 was a year like no other, with two unforeseen closures which devastated the local community. It gives us great energy and excitement to con7nue to build Mogo Wildlife Park and showcase our world-class experiences to the people of Australia”, he said.

The NSW South Coast was at the center of the devasta7ng 2019/2020 bushfire crisis. Mogo Wildlife Park is part of the small rural village of Mogo located South of Batemans Bay on the South Coast of New South Wales.

With limited posi7ons, adventurers are encouraged to secure their bookings today. Camping at Mogo will run throughout the school holidays and selected weekends.

For more informa7on, visit www.mogozoo.com.au/ camping

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Stay off the water this weekend Marine Rescue NSW has appealed to boaters along the NSW coastline to stay off the water this weekend.

Deputy Commissioner Alex Barrell said condi7ons in many areas along the coastline were not safe to head out on boats, jet skis or other craA such as kayaks or canoes.

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“We really do urge boaters to stay off the water un7l condi7ons clear,” he said. “There will be huge amounts of debris in the water, both floa7ng and submerged, such as large trees and dead animals, caravans and garden sheds.

“You don’t want to be hiDng anything like that. Not only is it going to damage your boat but a collision can easily fling those on board into the murky and polluted water, risking their lives and their health.

“Channel markers and other naviga7onal aids will have been washed away or displaced in floodwaters and channels and sandbanks can have completely changed shape since the last 7me you went out.”

Marine Rescue Coffs Harbour is warning local boaters of a build-up of sand outside of the boat ramp mouth that is causing boats to boFom out or catch their props as they head out or return.

“On Thursday night, a crew from Iluka Yamba deployed to save a solo sailor on a yacht with engine failure who was trying to cross the bar into the Clarence River under sail but kept being pushed back out to sea by the murky floodwaters pouring downstream,” Deputy Commissioner Barrell said.

He thanked MRNSW volunteers who had been working since late last week to support flood opera7ons, many in areas far from home.

“They have evacuated residents and their pets, filled sandbags, conducted welfare checks and in one case, ensured an elderly woman received food and other essen7al supplies aAer rescuing her son and a mate from a tree aAer they got stuck trying to reach her in a kayak on the flooded Manning River,” he said.

“We thank them all for the commitment to serving the community, whenever and wherever they are called upon.”

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OUT NOW—your latest Beagle Abode : Eurobodalla’s leading real estate Vol 16 September 15thguide 2017 Vol 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018

The beagle abode is an online weekly Eurobodalla real estate guide showcasing the current Eurobodalla market and our many realtors.

The beagle abode is the new addi7on to the South Coast Beagle that owns The Beagle and the South Coast Travel Guide: The Nature Coast of NSW : from Durras to The Tilbas The Beagle Abode has been established to provide that service while also providing our readers with a glossy overview of latest proper7es on the market each week.

You can find Beagle Abode on the Beagle website under REAL ESTATE The latest Beagle Abode lis7ngs are also available each week as a FlipBook on the website and also distributed to readers via our social media pages and our twice weekly mailouts.

The Beagle Trades and Business Directory provides local Trades and Businesses a free lis7ng in a hope that they might gain work from it, and con7nue to provide employment and economic benefit to their families and our communi7es. Adver7sing is usually outside the affordability of many smaller businesses and sole traders.

The Beagle supports locals. These lis7ngs are FREE. If you are a local business and would like to be listed please contact us as we oAen turn over these lis7ngs to give everyone a fair go.

Email beagleweeklynews@gmail.com Trades and Businesses can also list themselves on the Beagle Trades and Business Group in Facebook at hFps://www.facebook.com/groups/1303512213142880/

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Gadfly 163 By Robert Macklin The ghosts of Watergate are curling through the corridors of Australia’s Parliament House, thrilled to be called for an encore, even if it’s for a distant out Vol 16 September 15th 2017 28 April December 7th, 2017They haven’t had this much fun since Richard Nixon gave Vol 48 27th 2018 -of-town performance. his mad farewell wave, both arms aloA, as the helicopter warmed up on White House lawn.

ScoF Morrison’s press conference this week – like so many of the Nixon TV appearances – was designed to ‘reset’ the issue, to get ahead of the media wave and control the agenda. And for about an hour and a half it worked…sort of.

Some of the (male) journos in the Press Gallery were moved by the PM’s emo7onal reference to his wife, daughters and widowed mother. That was straight from the Nixon playbook – though the President preferred his ‘sainted’ mother in the cameo role. The rest ground their teeth and hammered out their rage on the nearest keyboard.

To them, it seemed that he was far more ‘outraged’ by the male wankers on female MPs’ desks who had been outed by Channel 10 than the alleged rape of BriFany Higgins on a ministerial couch. To others, he was either ‘deliberately concealing the truth’ or was ‘downright misleading’. As Michelle GraFan wrote in CityNews, ‘The prime minister [has] resorted to a tac7cal ploy that flies in the face of any claim the government is dealing with the BriFany Higgins maFer with respect.’

In Ques7on Time the Opposi7on was equally unimpressed. They con7nued the frontal aFack while all around him, ‘Parligate’(?) was turning into a hydra-headed monster with gaping jaws from which new and ever more Deep Throat accusa7ons were tumbling daily. And at night the totally authen7c security guard, Nikole Anderson via Four Corners was pushing the gate a liFle wider.

The NSW floods which in other days might have been a much needed distrac7on, this 7me simply provided a fiDng muddy backdrop. The real problem, as Nixon himself said, was not the crime – which in this case was very much worse than Watergate’s ‘third rate burglary’ - but the cover-up. And by now the PM was so deeply mired in excuses that he appeared to be covering up the cover-up! But underneath it all was the same old ques7on: ‘What did the President/Prime Minister know and when did he know it?’

Next, he made the awful mistake of charging News Ltd with hiding its own workplace sexual assault.

It was just the blunder the Murdoch forces were wai7ng for. They had always regarded Morrison as the second-best replacement for Malcolm Turnbull; they really wanted Peter DuFon at the helm of good ship Australia. And DuFon was s7ll seething for the chance.

Now Rupert could turn all his right-wing guns on the lis7ng flag ship; and while Morrison dithered about demo7ng or sacking Chris7an Porter and Linda Reynolds, BriFany Higgins’ formal complaint about his Chief of Staff briefing reporters about her loved ones raised the spectre of a Nixon replay of the Haldeman and Ehrlichman departure to ‘save the presidency’. Either way, DuFon would be the biggest beneficiary.

There is, of course, much more to come before Parligate sees off the Nixonian stand-in and no guarantee of the drama7c Woodward and Bernstein ‘Final Days’. But at a 7me when Australia’s women have found their voice to confront genera7ons of aggressive paternalism at the hands of tone deaf middleaged male en7tlement, ScoF Morrison makes an irresis7ble target.

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STORYFEST 2021 PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS ANNOUNCED Vol 16 September 15th 2017 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018

JUNE 18-20, Milton/Mollymook/Ulladulla Following a brilliant inaugural fes7val, StoryFest returns in June 2021 with a jampacked main program. StoryFest 2021 showcases over 40 ar7sts across 30 events in a line-up that promises to engage and entertain audiences keen to get out and support Australian ar7sts.

The NSW South Coast was hard hit by bushfires and COVID restric7ons in 2019/20 and the community has rallied to welcome visitors back to the beau7ful Shoalhaven region. Apart from great restaurants and cafes, stunning beaches, walks, golf courses, and eclec7c shopping, visitors will be wowed by the diverse and highcalibre ar7sts coming to spend the weekend of June 18 to 20 at StoryFest 2021.

Highlights and special guests include: • StoryFest patron, and interna7onal bestselling author, Markus Zusak, will deliver the opening night address.

• Craig Silvey, interna7onal bestselling and cri7cally acclaimed author of Jasper Jones. His astonishing new novel Honeybee has been shortlisted for the 2021 Indie Awards for Best Fic7on.

• Bestselling writer Rosalie Ham will join us to discuss her new novel The Dressmaker’s Secret. Then on Saturday night, she will be joined by her best friend from her hometown of Jerilderie, Sue Maslin, as they discuss the epic journey of The Dressmaker, from concept to novel to film followed by a special frock-up screening.

• The Honourable Tanya Plibersek MP will talk with journalist and commentator Jane Caro about life aAer COVID-19.

• Co-host of ABC Radio Sydney’s Breakfast Program, Wendy Harmer, will be leading the debate on freedom of speech with a panel of journalists, commentators, and comedians.

• Journalist and bestselling novelist, Nikki Gemmell, turns her hand to historical fic7on with her new novel The Ripping Tree. She’ll be joining award-winning writers Jock Serong and David Hunt to discuss stories from Australian history.

• Farmer Charles Massey OA is a champion for regenera7ve agriculture and changing Australian farming prac7ces. His recent book Call of the Reed Warbler featured on the ABC program Australian Story in 2020, which in turn led to a resurgence of interest in his views based on his considerable farming experience and academic research.

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reading Moruya and the Walbanga of Batemans Bay, will be in conversa7on about her life work, The Dhurga Dic#onary and Learner Grammar, co-wriFen with her siblings Kerry Boyenga and Waine Donovan.

• The fes7val closes on Sunday with a lunch at The Old Church, Milton featuring a very special conversa7on with actor and theatre director John Bell AO OBE FRSN talking about lessons learned on Vol 16 September leadership and15th his2017 new book Some Achieve Greatness.

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The StoryFest 2021 Schools Program runs in the week leading up to the main fes7val. It brings together children’s writers MaH Stanton and Kate & Jol Temple and will feature a performance by Ulladulla High School Drama students accompanied by those much-loved characters Olivia and Grug. This vital program is designed to encourage crea7vity and literacy amongst local primary school children, and is proudly supported by the Founda7on for Rural and Regional Renewal.

‘The unprecedented events of the past two years have definitely shaped our program,’ says Fes7val Director Meredith Jaffé. ‘We welcome the announcement of $25,000 funding for StoryFest 2021 by the Shoalhaven City Council. The funds have been provided to Council by the NSW State & Federal Governments as part of the Bushfire Community Resilience & Recovery Fund, which has been established to assist bushfire-affected towns with community and economic recovery.’

Local MP Shelley Hancock said ‘We have been lucky to see a resurgence in local tourism in the past year and StoryFest is exactly the kind of event that will provide audiences with an addi7onal reason to return in the winter months.

The Shoalhaven region con7nues to build on its reputa7on as one of the most beau7ful places on the NSW coast and I am confident StoryFest will encourage tourists back to our region and to support our local businesses and tourism providers.’

The Fes7val features a number of workshops including Introduc7on to Memoir by writer Lee Kofman, The CraA of Edi7ng led by renowned editor Louise Thurtell and Shoo7ng Film by documentary maker and interna7onal film teacher Jeff Licence.

‘Our line-up has writers, poets, filmmakers and performers talking about everything from Australian history, climate collapse, brave new worlds, surf culture, and some of the latest great crime stories, as well as fascina7ng insights into forgoFen women from history, mental health and paren7ng, and an explora7on of physical perfec7on.’ Meredith Jaffé says.

Tickets go on sale on May 1 through the StoryFest website. NewsleFer subscribers have exclusive early bird access from 24 April. Subscribe via the website at www.storyfest.org.au

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Reading—A beer with baz #10 Mick breathed in but his Cronulla Sharks football jersey struggled to contain his well insulated six pack and he held up his hand as he approached Bazza in the front bar of the Bodalla Pub. ‘I’m not talking about poli7cs, Bazza. I’m not talking about what’s going on in Canberra. It’s just one scandal aAer another. I want to talk about the start of the footy season.’

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Bazza raised an eyebrow.

‘No worries, Mick but the rugby league has some similar problems. One does wonder if the NRL is just a big feeder club for our parliamentary team.’

‘Now Bazza as you know I barrack for Cronulla Sharks. At the beginning of each season I like to rewatch their grand finals. There is the historic win in 2016 but the one that I like most is the 1973 Grand Final against Manly. I tear up when I watch it. The boys really went aAer the silvertails. Remember that pommie Cliff Watson for the Sharkies and the biffo? A seFling in period that went for eighty minutes. How good was that? Anyhow it got me thinking.’

They both took a generous drink of their beers and a decent pause.

‘But Mick you’ve got to admit the off field behaviour today is a bit like......’

‘Just hang on a bit, Baz. I’ll get to that. You see when I was shedding a tear during that replay, I thought about the future of the game and how to reset its image in the public eye. I reckon they need to conduct some inquiries. One into ques7oning the ongoing need for the video referees. Another into going back to the four tackle rule. A third into geDng rid of the sin bin and finally a major one into the need to ‘bring back the biff’. By gee I miss the biff.

These reforms would get the Sharkies up in 2021.’

Bazza’s eyes widened and he leaned back on his stool.

‘That’s preFy drama7c with four inquiries, Mick. Not sure if it’s taking the game forward. It’s taking us back to the six7es and seven7es. Bringing back the biff hardly promotes the game and the injuries are oAen permanent.’

Mick gave a long sigh and shook his head.

‘Bazza, none of these reforms will ever get up but the inquiries will be so controversial it will ensure that we are not focusing on the off field behaviour of the players. Sure a couple of them might need to be dropped but it will be all about the footy. How good would that be?’

Bazza picked up his beer and gave it a swirl.

‘My bloody beer has gone flat, Mick.’

‘That’s odd. Mine seems to have plenty of froth.’

Have a beer with Baz at john.longhurst59@gmail.com

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100 Years Ag—26th March 1921 MEDICAL. – Mr. P. J. Stormon, son of Mr. M. Stormon, jnr., of Eurobodalla, has been successful at the Sydney University passing the third degree examina7on in faculty of medicine.

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OUR BRIDGE. – The bridge across Moruya River, which has been redecked, reflects great credit on the overseer, Mr. T. Simpson. The bridge is now being tarred and sanded and when finished will be a vast improvement on the old style of metaling and blinding.

AT LAST. – The agita7ons of the “Examiner” and Progress Associa7on have taken effect. Shire Engineer Dawson is having the finger posts erected at the Park corner on Bodalla road, poin7ng out road to Bodalla and road to Moruya Heads; also one on post office corner direc7ng to Araluen via Kiora.

WHAT TO DO WITH OUR BOYS. – A clever, steady jockey can make much more money at the race game than either horse-owner or trainer. W. Lillyman, who has a beau7ful residence at Coogee, is reputed to be worth £70,000, and W. H. McLachlan has a terrace of flats at the same fashionable watering place, and owns a picture show at Randwick as well.

FOOTBALL. – Only three Knights of the Leather were so far interested as to aFend a mee7ng on Saturday last called by adver7sement by Mr. H. Sebbens to form a football club. Consequently no business was transacted.

OPERATION. - Miss Lalie, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. C. Mercer, of Mantle Hill, was hurriedly taken to Sydney last week and operated upon for appendici7s. The pa7ent is progressing favorably. Mr. Mercer is also undergoing treatment for chest trouble whilst in Sydney.

OUR RIVER. – Owing to our Pilot Sta7on being undermanned, the Master was unable to direct the sailing of Mr. Lebbeus Hordern’s yacht Acielle (right taken in Sydney Harbour) up our river on Wednesday morning. A temporary pilot was secured with the result that the yacht grounded on the sandspit opposite town wharf, where she remained un7l evening. With the incoming 7de and the assistance of willing hands ashore on Mr. Mitchell’s winch the vessel was floated off at 9.30 and moored to the wharf.

BODALLA on Easter Monday night should see a bumper house in aFendance at the ball in connec7on with the Renwick Hospital cot. Mr. Brice has all arrangements well in hand.

TORCHLIGHT HANDICAP. – The torchlight handicap, held on Coila Park on Friday night last, in aid of the Turlinjah Piano Fund, was well aFended. The hon. Secretary, Mr. Joe Berriman, had all the details in order.

WANTED. – TEMPORARY LABORER for one, two or three days per week, as weather permits. Must understand the handling and management of boats. Wages 14/s per day. Apply MORUYA PILOT STATION. ‘Phone No. 7. beagle weekly : Vol 200 March 26th 2021

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A Guide to Changing Your Life for Good By: Tina Turner ‘Each of us is born, I believe, with a unique mission, a purpose in life that only we can fulfill. We are linked by a shared responsibility: to help our human family grow kinder and happier.’ Tina Turner, one of the world’s most beloved ar7sts and entertainers, reveals the deep wisdom that underpins her longstanding faith in Buddhism and provides a guide to these 7meless principles so you can find happiness in your own life.

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In Happiness Becomes You: A Guide to Changing Your Life for Good, Tina shows how all of us can overcome life’s obstacles—even transform the ‘impossible’ to possible—and fulfill our dreams. She shows how we, too, can improve our lives, empowering us with spiritual tools and sage advice to enrich our unique paths.

Buddhism has been a central part of Tina Turner’s life for decades and, in music, film, and live performances, she has shined brightly as an example of genera7ng hope from nothing, breaking through all limita7ons, and achieving success that endures. Drawing from the lessons of her own experiences– from rising out of adversity to stratospheric heights–Tina shows how the spiritual lessons of Buddhism helped her transform from sorrow, adversity, and poverty into joy, stability, and prosperity.

Now, Tina offers the wisdom gained throughout her extraordinary life, making Happiness Becomes You the perfect giA of inspira7on for you or anyone you love.

Published: 1st December 2020 ISBN: 9780008398637

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Heading Further South?

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All the known gigs to date: Mar 27th - Rocking Down the Highway at Tomakin VolSports 16 September 15th 2017 & Social Club 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018 Mar 27th - Intensity Duo at Bodalla Pub 12 noon Apr 2nd- LP at Camel Rock Apr 2nd - Salt – Club Narooma (5pm) Apr 3rd - Trainwreck – Tuross Club (on the green) Apr 3rd (10am) Apr 3rd Apr 3rd Apr 3rd

- Country Pumpkins – Moruya Markets - Mojo – Eden Fishermen’s (8pm) - Intensity – Merimbula RSL (8pm) - Mojo Pearls – Club Dalmeny (8.30pm)

Apr 4th - Rob Simpson – Camel Rock Brewery (12.30pm) Apr 4th - Totum – Tuross Club (3pm) Apr 9th - LP at Camel Rock Apr 4th - Robin Simpson – Tuross Club Apr 10th - Chad Band – Tuross Club (on the green) Apr 10th - Tony Jaggers at Club Catalina Apr 11th - Tony Jaggers at Tilba Valley Winery Apr 17th - Swing old fellows – Tuross Club (on the green) Apr 17th - Tony Jaggers at Camel Rock Brewery Apr 24th - Intensity – Tuross Club (8pm) Apr 24th - Simon Kinny-Lewis Band bring Blues to Bend and Sip Narooma

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Moruya Blues and Roots Fes2val May 28th and 29th

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Spread over 2 days, Moruya Waterfront Hotel & Orphan Music Present the VERY FIRST Moruya Blues & Roots Fes7val! May 28th & 29th, 2021. 12 bands. 1 stage. All from $39

Lineup NATHAN CAVALERI • ROSHANI • LACHY DOLEY • 19-TWENTY • GIMME THE FRINGE • CLAUDE HAY & THE KUNG FU MUSTARD • THE SPINDRIFT SAGA • KAY PROUDLOVE • GENEVIEVE CHADWICK & THE STONES THROW • PAUL GREENE • HOWLIN MITCH GET YOUR TICKETS HERE hFps:// events.humani7x.com/moruya-blues-and -roots-fes7val-2021/7ckets

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Narooma Kinema presents:

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Firestarter marks Bangarra Dance Theatre’s 30th anniversary. Taking us through Bangarra’s birth and spectacular growth, the film recognises Bangarra’s founders and tells the story of how three young Aboriginal brothers — Stephen, David and Russell Page — turned the newly born dance group into a First Na7ons cultural powerhouse. Through the eyes of the brothers and company alumni, Firestarter explores the loss and reclaiming of culture, the burden of intergenera7onal trauma, and – crucially – the power of art as a messenger for social change and healing.

To reserve your 7ckets call 4476 2352

Women of Steel at Perry Street Cinema March 29th WOMEN OF STEEL, Batemans Bay Perry St Cinema this Monday, March 29th, 6pm. Sold out last week, but more 7ckets released with an upgrade to a larger theatre! If you're in the Eurobodalla area, click on the link below to get 7ckets for this coming Monday, March 29th, 6pm at Perry St Cinema, Batemans Bay! Film producer Robynne Murphy said: "This film is a real treat for all women (and suppor7ve men) wan7ng to do something about injus7ce, because it shows we can win against the odds! AFrac7ng Interna7onal Fes7val screenings and History Awards! Such a relevant film for the parliamentary goings-on of today! Enough is enough! I'll be there for discussion aAer the screening."

WOMEN OF STEEL WHERE: MONDAY 29TH MARCH, 6:00 PM PERRY ST CINEMA 10 Orient St, Batemans Bay NSW 2536

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Great news for everyone that enjoys Theatre! From 29 March 2021, the NSW Government have increased attendance to 100% capacity at theatre and entertainment Vol 16 September venues.

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This means you have even more chances to catch The Bay Theatre Players first major musical for 2021, The Drowsy Chaperone!

The Drowsy Chaperone, directed by Candy Burgess, will open on Friday 9 April 2021, and run for an 18-show season until Saturday 1 May 2021.

The show is more than 50% sold out, so be quick to get your tickets. If you come on a Friday or Saturday night, you can enjoy a glass of wine or beer before the curtain goes up!

Purchase your tickets online at www.trybooking.com/bonef - Adults $30.50, Concession $28.50, Group 20+ $25.50. All inclusive of online booking fees.

Should you encounter any difficulties or need to contact someone in regards to ticketing, please email baytheatreplayers@gmail.com or contact Rowena on 0404 246 005.

Audition Opportunity this weekend Audition opportunities are open to young female actors this Sunday 28 March, for an amazing Australian Play, The Children of the Black Skirt by Angela Betzien. The Bay Theatre Players will be looking for a cast of 3 females, aged approximately 15-30 years, who are able to transform into different characters that include young children and adults, both male and female.

Please contact Lyn Sterling 0416181003 or email lsterling@bigpond.com as soon as possible to book your audition spot.

The Drowsy Chaperone DOUBLE TICKETS up for grabs The Beagle and Bay Theatre Players have up for grabs: 2 x double passes for Saturday 10th matinee 2pm and 2 x double passes to Saturday 10th Evening 7.30pm Simply email baytheatreplayers@gmail.com with the completed codeword BEAGLEDR_W_Y , plus your name and contact number.

Competition closes Sunday 4 April 2021

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stage, William Zappa’s The Iliad Out Loud was presented in sold out seasons at Sydney Fes7val 2019 and Adelaide Interna7onal Arts Fes7val 2020. Zappa, Dignams Creek and Sydney based is recognized as one of Australia’s greatest stage actors, with a career spanning theatre, film and television; most recently appearing in ABC’s Opera7ons Buffalo, and films Miss Fisher and the Crypt of Tears and The Dry. THE ILIAD – OUT LOUD PART ONE: Friday, 2 April, 7-10pm including interval PART TWO: Saturday, 3 April 6.30-9.30pm including interval PART THREE: Sunday 6.30-9.30pm including interval Homer’s Iliad is the HBO series of the classics – the greatest story of heroism, betrayal and war. The world’s oldest ‘performed story’ is thrillingly brought to life by Australian actor and playwright William Zappa (The Dry, Opera#on Buffalo).

For many years, actor/director William Zappa poured over 17 transla7ons, convinced that the live transac7on between orator and audience could be rekindled in our 7mes.

The extraordinary result, a performing version for himself, three actors, Persian oud and percussion, comes in at a snappy 9 hours, including enlightening asides from Zappa as part fanboy, part tour guide, and part personal trainer to get our flabby aFen7on spans into peak ancient shape.

He and his troupe make clear this masterpiece – about pride and greed, glory and horror - doesn’t need resuscita7ng. It’s eternally alive and salient.

Come for all three nights or just one to share this epic tale under the stars and by the fire at Four Winds. “ [Zappa’s] sovereign adapta#on… embraces all the joyful and bi@er shades of human experience, bringing us round the campfire once again.” Limelight “the verse is thrillingly vibrant…The Iliad's sprawling magnificence is s7ll brought to potent, pumping (and some7mes amusing) life.” SMH “Zappa brings a poe7c rhythm and an Australian voice, honouring the classic and making it accessible to modern audiences” Canberra Times “This Iliad is a prodigious undertaking and a truly awesome achievement.” Stage Noise The Beagle is giving away Four Double Passes to The Iliad (Out Loud) over three full nights. We invite you to lean back in the stunning natural bush Four Winds amphitheatre as evening turns to night, gaze at the stars as our ancestors have done for aeons – and listen to the epic saga of this greatest of all baFles. Just txt “Iliad” to 0405100257 to be in the draw. beagle weekly : Vol 200 March 26th 2021

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The evoca7ve and beau7ful works of much loved ar7sts Gordon Robinson and Annie Franklin feature in the next exhibi7on at Gallery Bodalla commencing Saturday 27 March running through to Sunday 18 April.

In this show Annie will be exhibi7ng a mix of small en plein air gouache pain7ngs, created both before and aAer the landscape was transformed in the summer of 2019/20, as well as studio based oil pain7ngs and assemblages that combine paint, wood and ceramic elements.

Gordon’s series ‘constella7ons’ has been created over the past 15 months. It was begun during the days and nights of summer when the sky was obliterated by smoke. His mixed media works on paper are a response to the year since then.

Annie and Gordon both work in the studio they built together in Lake Wapengo. They have been pain7ng alongside each other for the past 17 years on various group and solo shows. This work comes out of a shared space and shared sensibility, each ar7st with a different approach. It is their first exhibi7on together.

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Ar7st Applica7on for August 2021 Sculpture on Clyde event OPEN UNTIL MAY 31, go to sculptureforclyde.com.au or call 0416 111 151

Julie Lark Featured Ar2st at Gallery Mogo Crea7ve Arts Batemans Bay (CABBI) is exhibi7ng at their Gallery Mogo, pain7ngs, 2D and 3D artworks of their members, featuring Julie Lark for the months of April and May, 2021.

The CABBI exhibi2on will run from the 30th March, 2021, un2l the 1st of June 2021. Daily opening 2mes are 10am un2l 4pm, including holidays, at the Gallery 2/52 Sydney Street Mogo.

The Gallery Mogo is a CABBI venture, that is open to local, and regional visual art prac77oners.

Julie Lark, Fluid Ar2st: In this collec7on of I have tried to push the boundaries of perceived art with the use of alcohol inks in challenging ways, leaving its design ul7mately to your interpreta7on.

I create ideas from my own imagina7on, celebra7ng connec7ons between the environment, colour, fluidity, my eccentricity, as well as the ordinary. I develop these works in the hope that they will add beauty to your world as each is made with passion and deep commitment.

I received the Best Abstract Art prize in 2019 and 2020 at the Ar7sts Society of Canberra Exhibi7ons. I have works in private collec7ons around Australia, London, Germany, Sweden, USA, and New Zealand. My art is also on display in corporate offices in Canberra.

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Eurobodalla Photographers Brave the Elements.

A very wet and stormy night did not discourage twenty six members and four visitors from turning up to listen to our guest speaker and Vol 16 September 15th 2017 for27th the2018 March 28 April December 7th, 2017mee7ng, Len Glasser.

Voljudge 48 Len is an interna7onally recognised director, producer and videographer of documentaries, promo7onal videos and short films for corporate clients. Len is also a very engaging teacher and educator willingly sharing his wide experience of the photographic arts with our group. Len's theme for the evening covered the elements of an image that add to the viewers percep7on of the subject and how this percep7on changes when the viewers own knowledge of the subject is added to the story. By using a series of images with the same subject maFer but in a slightly different context Len effec7vely demonstrated how the story presented to the viewer would differ.

The theme for our monthly compe77on was open. Lens cri7que of our images was very encouraging and posi7ve, oAen rela7ng his remarks to the subject of his previous presenta7on.

Compe22on Results: Colour Images, Gold awards: Bright Eyes - Rob Geraghty.

Dance On – Dave Kemp (top right) Lotus Bud – Dave Kemp.

Colour Images, Silver Awards: Lilys - JeaneFe Robben Feed Time - Rob Geraghty The Arches - Brian Gunter Teddy Bear Bee - Merrick Bailey Stomorhina Fly - Phil Warburton Mono Images, Gold Awards: Surfing Broulee - Merrick Bailey Gabi - Dave Kemp Mono Images, Silver Awards: Missy - Yvonne Mathews Town Hall Walkway - Sue Hartland Image of the Night : Bright Eyes - Rob Geraghty (right) The Eurobodalla Photographic Club meets on the 4th Tuesday every month (except December) 7.00 pm

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Moruya League cancelled however Weyman Statues to be officially unveiled Vol 16 September 15th 2017 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018 3pm Saturday Moruya Sharks RLFC advise: Unfortunately council has been leA with no choice but to close the grounds so this weekends matches for the Ack Weyman Memorial Shield against Boorowa won’t be going ahead.

However, we will s7ll be unveiling both statues so we encourage EVERYONE to get down to Ack Weyman Oval about 3pm this Saturday. There will be bar and canteen facili7es to recognise two of Moruya’s favourite sons and to pay tribute to the Weyman family ************************************** The Memorial Sculpture CommiFee, a subcommiFee of the Moruya Rugby League Football Club, has commissioned a bronze statue of Ack Weyman as a companion piece to the exis7ng bronze of local footballer Mick Weyman, currently situated in Russ Mar7n Park, Moruya.

Ack Weyman was a community member of standing and an advocate for rugby league in Moruya, who passed away late in 2019. Ack was a driving force behind establishing the rugby league oval at the Moruya Showground which was named in his honour.

The exis7ng Mick Weyman sculpture was submiFed to the PAAC in 2011. At this 7me, the PAAC recommended installa7on at the Moruya Showground.

The Moruya Chamber of Commerce preferred a more prominent site and Russ Mar7n Park was chosen as an interim loca7on, with a view that the sculpture be relocated to the showground at a later date.

With the death of Ack Weyman in 2019 and the new commission, the Memorial Sculpture CommiFee believed it to be an ideal 7me to relocate the original piece. The newly commissioned piece is by the same local ar7st, Terry Fuller, who created the exis7ng Mick Weyman bronze.

Broulee Runners Wednesday March 24th 2021 It is very unusual for the Run to be cancelled. However, because of the enormous rainfall over an extended period, it was decided in the interests of safety of our par7cipants to take this ac7on. The treacherous knoFy path and long grass and tree roots were hazards too difficult in such wet condi7ons.

It is great to see that runners have responded with commitment to keep fit and choose a safe course to complete a virtual run over one of the distances.

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Tuross Head Womens Bowling The Major and Minor Womens' Bowls Singles Vol 16 September 15th 2017 Championship final matches were played recently at 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018

Tuross Head.

A rela7ve newcomer to bowls, Lorraine Johnston demonstrated her skills on the green by taking out the Minor Singles trophy, defea7ng runner- up Kathy Gallacher. Lorraine is going to be a force to be reckoned with in the future as she constantly displays consistent, thoughgul bowling with a calm demeanour and great sportsmanship. Congratula7ons Lorraine!

A delighted and extremely talented Rita Downie was the eventual winner in the Major Singles, having played some skilled opponents in the earlier rounds to make the final. It was a Downie/Downey girls affair. Rita got off to a great start, leading 8- 1 aAer 7 ends. Marg fought back to lead 15-14 aAer 20 ends, but Rita steamed ahead picking up 10 more 24-15.

Marg got 2 more on the second last end 24-17. Marg was holding 4 when a magnificent last bowl from Rita picked up 1, giving her a beau7ful end to the game 25-17. It was a great game played in a friendly but compe77ve spirit with encouragement from lots of supporters on the sideline.

Congratula7ons Rita Downie!

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Your UP TO DATE Fishing report courtesy of Tackle World Moruya River.

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Well that was an interes7ng week of weather! I think that was our 4th flood event in just over 12 months, to say that we are looking forward to a more stable and tradi7onal weather paFern would be an understatement.

The up side to all this, is that by rights, next summer should be an awesome season for the fishing! The amount of nutrients that been deposited out to sea will certainly create a boom in the food chain, which fingers crossed, will equate to bent rods and smiling anglers!

As for Moruya river itself, well.... the fishing is going to be a liFle on the tough side. Don’t get me wrong, there will s7ll be fish to catch (they s7ll have to eat), but the window and areas to find them will be smaller than 2 weeks ago.

Fish the incoming 7des, towards the front of the system, using baits with a high oil content. Tuna and mullet fillet, pilchards etc. It is probably not a bad choice to add one of the many scents that are available on the market as well. Try the Shimano S Factor, or the newer Gulp Gel. If you are going to put the 7nny in the river, just be aware that there is s7ll plenty of debris floa7ng down stream. This has eased, but if the local beaches are any indica7on, there is s7ll plenty around.

Tuross River.

My advise for Moruya, stands exactly the same for Tuross. Fish the incoming 7des, down the front of the river with oily baits, and add some scent for added aFrac7on.

Rock and Beach.

These areas are most probably going to be the hot spots this weekend. Look for the beaches or headlands that are away from the river mouths. Areas like Mullimburra Point, Bingie or even below Potato Point, as these areas will have water that is rela7vely cleaner than directly opposite the mouths of Moruya or Tuross. The salmon will s7ll be around, the bream that have been pushed out of the rivers will also be on the beaches, as will the likely hood of the odd shark looking for an easy feed.

Offshore.

With the dirty flood water pushing several kilometres out to sea, as expected the fishing off shore is going to be quiet. If you are prepared to find the edge of the dirty water, then there is the possibility of finding a few predatory fish looking for an easy feed.

But 7ll the seas clean up a bit, things will be a liFle on the quiet side.

Looking back on our fishing reports for the last 12 months, I know I have spent a lot of 7me repea7ng the same info. I for one, am certainly looking forward to repor7ng clean and clear water condi7ons, with fish jumping on the hook .

I know that we are star7ng to build a solid following with our weekly report, and for this we thank you.

Par7cularly to those who share and repost this report, to help it find a broader audience.

Remember, we are open 7 days a week, and are always happy to have a chat, help with a new knot, or the best area to try find a fish.

We look forward to seeing you over the coming Easter period.

Don’t forget that 7ll the 11th of April, we are s7ll giving away a free Daiwa Grab bag with every 3 packets or more of Daiwa Bait Junkie soA plas7cs.

Stay safe everyone and remember, “every days a good day for fishing...”

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Community Development Officer - Eurobodalla

The St Vincent de Paul Society Canberra/Goulburn is seeking people who want to help their community to recover from the Blac Summer bushfires.

The Society attempts to help as many struggling and disadvantaged people as possible. The core unit that provides this assistan are our Conferences which are groups of volunteers who meet and assist people in their local areas in accordance with the visio mission and values of the Society. As a part of this, we want to help re-build some of the communities devastated by the bushfire year.

We have an exciting opportunity for a couple of people to join our Disaster Relief team as Community Development Officers. In t role, you will be responsible for assessing the needs of the community; Identifying, costing and building project plans, and provid avenues to financially support and implement the projects. You will work alongside the local conferences supporting their work, a as alongside community groups, cultivating and fostering ongoing relationships between the community and the Society.

We are seeking one person to work across the northern region of Eurobodalla Shire and one person to work across the southern region. You will be embedded in these communities, empowering them to come together to re-build community services, groups facilities, and perhaps more importantly, their self-esteem.

These are part time positions, working 20 hours per week for a period of 12 months. The salary will be $43 714.73 pa plus 11% superannuation.

As the successful applicant, you will need the listening, negotiation and project management skills required to perform the above duties, as well as the sensitivity to interact with people who have experience trauma, a drivers licence and high level computer s

This is a role for someone ready to hit the ground running! If you are outgoing, organised, and self-motivated to complete what n to be done in a timely manner....read on as you may be ready to take on the Vinnies challenge!

Please read the position description plus the information about working with us on our website.

If you need further assistance, please contact Maureen Galvin on 02 6234 7382.

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