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editorial Welcome to this week’s editorial, The ICAC hearing around the $5.5million that was granted to the Wagga shoo9ng range has been of interest to many in the South East. From 9me to 9me we have seen the Premier arrive in the region and make announcements of State Vol 16 September 15th 2017 infrastructure funding. Of delight was the $30 million for the comple9on of the 28Road December 7th,of 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 Spine bypass Batemans Bay and the commitment of funding for the Eurobodalla Regional Hospital. Both were on the cards, long overdue and welcome. But there was a joint announcement made in March 2018 in regards to $26 million for the new Batemans Bay pool and theatre that has raises some serious ques9ons. The announced $26 million came from NSW Government’s $1.3 billion Regional Growth Fund that was under the control of the Minister for Regional NSW, The Hon John Barilaro, Deputy Premier. The $26 million grant was divided into $18 million for the pool and $8 million. The $8 million was sourced under a sub-pool for Regional Cultural Funding. What we now know is that the $8 million was porkbarrelled. It was awarded six months before applica9ons were called and when scru9nised by an independent panel rated Number 72, well below more deserving grants such as the Bega Regional Gallery upgrade (Ranking #1) that missed out all together. In making the $8 million theatre announcement both the Premier and local Member MUST have known the details of the funding. The Deputy Premier and former Arts Minister Don Harwin were accused of porkbarreling aHer expert advice on where to spend the Regional Cultural Fund Grants was largely ignored. In the end an admission was made that there was “pork barrelling. So the Deputy Premier admits to pork-barrelling. And the New South Wales Premier even concedes that $140m in grants to councils that were approved in the nine months before the last state elec9on amount to pork barrelling dismissing it by saying there was nothing illegal about it. “It’s not something the community likes ... but it’s an accusa9on I will wear,” “It’s not unique to our government,”. “It’s not an illegal prac9ce. Unfortunately it does happen from 9me to 9me by every government,” she said. If we follow their ra9onale the pork barrelling is good for regional economies with John Barilaro saying “What we call pork-barrelling is investment,” “I dare you to turn up to these communi9es and tell them they don’t deserve these projects.” But what if the giH horse turns out to be a donkey? We hear that the Wagga facility didn’t stack up with it’s business case. The Mackay Park project, by being fast tracked, didn’t have its business case scru9nised. Not at a State Level, or at a Federal Level which granted $25 million to the project ten days out from the announcement of a Federal elec9on. Like the Wagga Gun Club project our Bay Pavilion project was required to demonstrate a Cost Benefit Ra9o above 1.0 in order to gain the grant. Because we were giHed the funding we will never know the result as we never lodged the required FULL business case. Our grants were giHed and the cheques may as well have been wriNen on large replicas of bacon. So who benefits from all of this? The community leH with an unaffordable legacy or poli9cians vying for votes to ensure they remain in power? Will our humble Bay Pavilion porkiness be men9oned in ICAC . No. It will be business as usual and what we have come to expect, and accept. Un9l next—lei beagle weekly : Vol 231 October 29th 2021
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Lions Narooma: Roaring back to Life The Narooma & District Lions Club had something to Roar about on 24th October as we celebrated the 45th Anniversary of our Club Charter with a BBQ. Vol 16 September 15th 2017 28 December 7th, 2017 Our new Lions were out and faces smiling. Vol 48 April 27thflags 2018 This outdoor celebra9on, although low-key due to Covid restric9ons, saw Venke Mannes, the President of Bemboka Lions Club who were our sponsoring Club, and Lions Zone 5 Chair Robyn Bedford enjoy local gourmet sausages in the company of our members. Lions are expert in wielding BBQ tongs and the snags were done to perfec9on and complimented by homemade salads. Dessert was also on the menu as was a magnificent birthday Cake. Our oldest, and a very ac9ve member, Robyn Miller was assisted by Robyn Bedford in cuUng the cake. Their wish? To see the L to R Andrew Manns, Venke Club grow so many more can Manns, Robyn Bedford, Paul experience the fun and HaNersley, Robyn Miller, Tulipe camaraderie to be had as all work Sauiluma-Nugent, Adrienne together in serving the people of Brennan. Narooma and District. More pictures of our BBQ fun can be seen on our Face Book page Narooma Lions Club. We are now making prepara9ons to open our Dalmeny Community Markets once again, star9ng with the second Sunday in November, something to further celebrate as we emerge from our homes and into life once again. Narooma & District Lions Club President, Ricci Bishop LeH: L to R Robyn Miller and Robyn Bedford
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Rabbit control in Narooma region Eurobodalla Council will release the Vol 16 September 15th 2017 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 calicivirus in Dalmeny, Kianga and Narooma areas in the coming weeks to help control the feral rabbit popula9on. While the virus will only affect European wild rabbits, as a precau9onary measure owners of pet rabbits should follow the RSPCA’s guidelines to reduce the risk of infec9on.
Above: Eurobodalla Council will release the calicivirus in Dalmeny, Kianga and Narooma areas in the coming weeks to help control the feral rabbit popula$on.
Council’s invasive species supervisor Paul Mar9n said Council had a legal obliga9on to control feral rabbit popula9ons on Council-managed land, just as private landholders, farmers and residents had an obliga9on to control rabbits on their land. “Rabbits can cause havoc in our coastal areas burying under houses and digging up gardens,” he said. “They’re also problema9c in our natural environment as they eat a lot of na9ve vegeta9on, cause erosion and their holes can be a trip hazard.” Mr Mar9n said Council’s rabbit control program this year focussed on the southern region, from Bodalla to Akolele. “Shoo9ng and warren fumiga9on in these hilly areas can be problema9c, and we don’t use pindone bai9ng where na9ve fauna could be impacted by roden9cides. So, in this instance, calicivirus is the best method for primary control,” he said. “The virus will be released on baited carrots in key loca9ons and each bait sta9on will be signposted with informa9on about the release.” The RSPCA has produced a range of resources for rabbit owners, including 9ps on reducing the risk of infec9on from rabbit haemorrhagic disease, caused by the calicivirus. View the factsheet hNps://kb.rspca.org.au/ knowledge-base/what-is-rabbit-calicivirus-andhow-do-i-protect-my-rabbit-from-rabbithaemorrhagic-disease/ or for more informa9on on Council’s rabbit control program visit www.esc.nsw.gov.au/environment
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Our Eurobodalla priori'es outlined Improving food security, caring Vol 16 September 15th 2017 for disadvantaged, 28 April December 7th, 2017and Volthe 48 27th 2018 environmental responsibility are just a few of the priori9es for Eurobodalla’s future outlined by local residents so far in Eurobodalla Council’s Community Strategic Plan process. The Council is asking locals to share their hopes and dreams for the shire through a dedicated website to help with the prepara9on of the shirewide plan. Par9cipants can add ideas and thoughts to virtual vision boards or complete a quick survey to tell Council their views. Groups can get together and do a workshop in a box and local youth are encouraged to imagine they’re Mayor for a day. Council’s strategic analyst Amber Pollard said Council had improved the Our Eurobodalla website to make it even easier to par9cipate. “We’re really excited by the amount of engagement so far and we’re keen for as many residents as possible to join the conversa9on before it closes on October 31,” she said. “Council prepares a Community Strategic Plan on behalf of the community every Council term. It’s been five years since Eurobodalla residents were last involved in this process and a lot has happened since then. “Now is the 9me to tell Council what you want for the shire.” The feedback will be used to create a draH Community Strategic Plan, on which the community can provide further feedback before it is considered by the new Council for adop9on. Be part of the conversa9on at hNps://www.oureurobodalla.esc.nsw.gov.au/
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The Eurobodalla Needs An Emergency Opera'ons Centre Over recent years our local community has experienced the devasta9on of the bushfires, droughts and floods. When the Black Summer bushfires impacted the Eurobodalla our Rural Fire Service, emergency service workers and volunteers were forced to operate out of a small community hall. This isn’t good enough. That’s why I have been figh9ng for an Emergency Opera9ons Centre (EOC) for the Eurobodalla region. An Emergency Opera9ons Centre will provide a dedicated loca9on for opera9onal needs, coordina9on of health service resources and responses to all emergency situa9ons or major incidents that impact the en9re Eurobodalla region. The Morrison Government has no disaster preparedness plan – they have leH our community behind. We’ve seen it during the bushfires and we’re seeing it with COVID-19. It’s always too liNle, too late. Our community knows that we need to be prepared for not “if” but when a disaster next hits our region.
What can you do? Sign the below pe''on to call for an Emergency Opera'ons Centre (EOC) for the Eurobodalla. hNps://www.fionaphillips.com.au/campaigns-pe99ons/campaigns -pe99ons/emergency-opera9ons-centre-for-eurobodalla/
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Tribute to local primary health workers as2017 South East Vol 16 September 15th 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018 NSW vaccina'on rates reach 80 percent Double dose COVID vaccina9on rates in the 11 local government areas in South Eastern NSW have officially passed the 80 percent eased restric9ons target. First dose rates are also over 90 percent in every LGA. Dianne Kitcher, CEO of COORDINARE – South Eastern NSW PHN, said at least 73 percent of all COVID vaccina9ons administered in the region have been through the primary health workforce. “Vaccina9on rates in Southern Eastern NSW are some of the best in the state, thanks to the hard-working staff at 158 general prac9ces, four Aboriginal Medical Services, four GP respiratory clinics and, since 22 September, 91 pharmacies,” said Ms Kitcher. “We thank every recep9onist, prac9ce nurse, general prac99oner and pharmacist who has helped keep our community safe from COVID since the vaccine rollout began in March this year,” she said. “We acknowledge that the past seven months have been very challenging for our health workers due to vaccine supply and the required logis9cs to administer COVID vaccines to a large number of people over a short 9meframe,” Ms Kitcher said. “We are delighted to see the latest vaccina9on figures and are con9nuing to work to achieve rates above 95 percent. We are also working with our primary care partners to ensure disadvantaged and vulnerable groups in our communi9es have access to vaccines, including informa9on about vaccines so they can make an informed choice," she said. “It is a relief to know that higher vaccina9on rates mean our older popula9on and people with complex health needs have some protec9on against COVID. Many people who are immunocompromised now need a third dose and children aged between five and eleven years will be eligible for their first dose once the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisa9on (ATAGI) approves Pfizer for that age group,” Ms Kitcher said. Increased Pfizer supplies since September and the availability of Moderna through pharmacies since late September have helped accelerate vaccina9on rates. “We recognise that un9l now some people have had difficulty accessing COVID vaccines, but with the increased supplies people aged 12 years and older can either book their vaccina9on via the Department of Health's vaccine clinic finder,” said Ms Kitcher. beagle weekly : Vol 231 October 29th 2021
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One year on: Royal Commission recommenda'ons le1 burning EXACTLY ONE YEAR aHer the Bushfire Royal Commission released its final report, it’s clear that the federal government has dropped the ball on delivering the Commission’s urgent recommenda9ons. Vol 16 September 15th 2017 28 December 7th, 2017 into Natural Disaster Arrangements report, responding to the horrific 2019/20 fire Vol 48 April 27th 2018 Royal Commission The
season, outlined 80 recommenda9ons, with more than half requiring ac9on from the federal government. Yet 12 months to the day aHer the Commission handed down its findings, the federal government is dragging its feet. It promised monthly updates, but these stopped in June. Some of the Commission's most urgent recommenda9ons, like boos9ng firefigh9ng capability, wildlife protec9on and community educa9on, s9ll require urgent ac9on. Greg Mullins, former Commissioner, Fire and Rescue NSW, Climate Councillor and founder of Emergency Leaders for Climate Ac'on (ELCA): “Those of us that hold hoses and are in the direct firing line of climate change impacts are s9ll wai9ng for the government to show that it is taking the Royal Commission’s report seriously.” “The federal government has completely dropped the ball on addressing the Commission's recommenda9ons. To protect Australians, the government must now enact the steps outlined in the recommenda9ons without further delay,” he said. “They must also tackle the root causes of worsening bushfires and other extreme weather, by commiUng to much stronger emissions reduc9ons this decade while moving rapidly away from coal, oil and gas,” he said. “No more excuses. As the world gathers for COP26 in Glasgow, we must commit to shiHing to a clean, resilient economy. We can’t wait for another Black Summer to be on our doorstep before we act,” said Mr Mullins, one of Australia’s longest serving fire chiefs and a serving volunteer firefighter. Climate Council CEO, Amanda McKenzie: “Emissions must plummet this decade to tackle the root cause of extreme fires, climate change. The Royal Commission showed that climate change is fuelling longer, hoNer and more dangerous bushfire seasons and other extreme weather events.” “Prime Minister ScoN Morrison’s commitment to net zero is meaningless without policies to cut emissions this decade. Even with this newly announced target, Australia remains in dead last posi9on on climate when compared to other developed na9ons,” she said. “We are the sunniest and one of the windiest countries in the world. The Morrison government needs to spend more 9me cashing in on Australia’s renewable advantage, and less 9me approving and funding new pollu9ng and unnecessary fossil fuel developments,” said Ms McKenzie. Former Deputy Commissioner of Fire & Rescue NSW and Emergency Leaders for Climate Ac'on (ELCA) member, Jim Smith: “As an ac9ve RFS volunteer on the South Coast of NSW we don’t think much has changed since the fires of 2019/20; not much seems to have been done and we don’t feel any safer than we did before.” “Many people are living in fear of the next fire. Without emissions reduc9ons this decade it’s just going to keep geUng worse. At the very least every recommenda9on of the Royal Commission should be implemented,” said Mr Smith. The Climate Council and Emergency Leaders for Climate Ac9on (ELCA) recommend Australia reduce its emissions by 75% (below 2005 levels) by 2030 and achieve net zero by 2035. As a first step, Australia must at least match the updated commitments from our key allies, and pledge before Glasgow to at least halve our emissions (below 2005 levels) by 2030.
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EuroSCUG Is Back AHer an enforced recess of several months15th EuroSCUG Vol 16 September 2017 is 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018 back, and would like to invite all interested members of the community to aNend our next monthly mee9ng on Wednesday 3 November at the Moruya Golf Club, when the guest speaker will be David Num. Above: Charmaine and Trevor, both presen$ng at the next mee$ng.
David will share 9ps and tricks suitable for phones, tablets and laptops, with ideas for all skill levels. David is a long-term member who served for a number of years on our technical sub-commiNee, which advises the commiNee about purchases. He also took on responsibility for wri9ng many of our grants which funded these purchases. Above: David as a learner
His skills were recognised more widely by his elec9on to the board of ASCCA (Australian Seniors Computer Clubs Associa9on), our na9onal peak body. Although David has ‘re9red’ from the commiNee he is a s9ll a regular presenter at mee9ngs, and con9nues to lead the Moruya Local Area Group and the Android Phone and Tablet Group. Those who have aNended any of these groups will know that David has a wealth of knowledge to impart. AHer morning tea, instead of the usual small group sessions there will be an addi9onal three speakers. Charmaine will demonstrate how to use Google Maps on your phone, including planning a trip and using the app to navigate during your journey. You will learn how, when planning a trip, Google maps provides "Steps" which include interac9ve photos of each intersec9on. While travelling you can view the map and StreetView on your screen to help you know where you are. Trevor will then explore Google Earth, a digital atlas, which gives access to a large amount of encyclopaedic informa9on on each place viewed. Google Earth differs from Google Maps in structure and presenta9on, although both applica9ons share some common features. Trevor will look at how to navigate within the app to find loca9ons of interest and access the background informa9on on these loca9ons, and how to make use of the virtual tours available. If 9me allows he will demonstrate how to create a personal project, linking together places which share a theme or personal significance. Mike will take a short session on what to do if your PC is not coopera9ng and will demonstrate some simple things to help get it going again. He will explore the Win10 Troubleshooter and a couple of DOS commands
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community that can be used. If 9me permits he will also talk briefly about Revo Uninstaller. EuroSCUG has been helping seniors in the Eurobodalla to master technology since 2008. Vol 16 September 15th 2017 We meet at the2018 Moruya 28 December 7th, 2017 Golf Club at 10am on Vol 48 April 27th the first Wednesday of each month, and Local Area Groups meet regularly in Batemans Bay, Moruya, Tuross and Narooma. Hands-on phone and tablet groups, both Apple and Android, are held on the last Monday of each month at the Moruya Golf Club. Details of all group mee9ng 9mes and loca9ons can be found on our website. Please note that these groups will not recommence un9l February 2022. Each monthly mee9ng starts promptly at 10:00am but everybody is asked to arrive by 9.45 at the latest so that Covid-19 registra9on Above: Audrey, at 96, our oldest member and administra9ve tasks can be carried out beforehand. Before entering the club please check-in using the Service NSW app. You then need to register with the club itself, as either a member or a guest and at this stage you will also need to show club officials your vaccina'on cer'ficate. Finally, as you enter the auditorium, you need to sign into EuroSCUG. Please be mindful of social distancing rules as you wait at any of these loca9ons. Our Covid-19 Safety Plan currently prohibits shared use of EuroSCUG computer equipment so please bring your own computer, phone or tablet, and ensure that these items are not handled by anyone else. Members are also encouraged to use their own pen when signing in. Everybody aNending must wear a mask. For more informa9on please visit our website www.euroscug.org, or phone 0491 608 077
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Changed traffic condi'ons and night work on the Princes and Kings highways at Batemans Bay Vol 16 September 15th 2017 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018
Motorists are advised of changed traffic condi9ons from Sunday on the Kings and Princes highways as part of the Batemans Bay Bridge replacement project. Resurfacing work will be carried out in both direc9ons on the Princes Highway between Beach Road and North Street and the intersec9ons and approaches of the Princes Highway and Kings Highway and the Kings Highway and Old Punt Road. To minimise impacts to road users, some of this work will be carried out at night between 6pm and 7am from Sunday 31 October for up to 15 nights during November, weather permiUng. Night work will only take place on Sunday to Thursday nights. Day work will also con9nue throughout this period. Detours may be in place at night for road users wan9ng access between the Princes Highway and the CBD via Beach Road or North Street while work is carried out at alterna9ve intersec9ons. A combina9on of traffic controllers, portable traffic signals and pilot vehicles will be used to control traffic and guide road users through the worksites. A reduced speed limit of 40 km/h will also be in place for the safety of workers and motorists. Motorists are advised to drive to the condi9ons, follow the direc9ons of signs and traffic control and allow up to five minutes addi9onal travel 9me. Pedestrians may also experience changes such as temporary surface changes, and detours, when crossing the road in this area and should follow direc9ons of signs and traffic control at all 9mes. Transport for NSW thanks road users and pedestrians for their pa9ence during this work. For more informa9on on the Batemans Bay Bridge replacement project, go to nswroads.work/ BatemansBayBridge.
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Have your say on proposed changes to Vol 16 September 15th 2017 Eastern Rock Lobster and 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018 Dusky Flathead recrea'onal fishing rules! NSW DPI is undertaking community consulta9on on proposed changes to recrea9onal fishing rules for Eastern Rock Lobster and Dusky Flathead. The proposed changes for recrea9onal fishers are: Eastern Rock Lobster – increase in bag limit from 2 to 3 per person. Dusky Flathead – introduc9on of a slot limit of 36 cm – 70 cm (previously only 1 over 70 cm) and reduc9on of bag limit from 10 to 5 per person. NSW DPI are encouraging all recrea9onal fishers and the community to have their say. Please read the short consulta9on paper - hNps://bit.ly/3mjTjKy on the proposed changes prior to comple9ng the online submission form. For further informa9on on these proposed changes, read the discussion paper and FAQs on the DPI website www.dpi.nsw.gov/fishing
CHANGE TO TESTING CLINICS TO EUROBODALLA COVID-19 Tes9ng will be located at Gundary Oval, Campbell St, Moruya, from Monday 1 November 2021 Last day of tes9ng at Hanging Rock will be Friday 29 October 2021 Last day of tes9ng at Moruya Hospital will be Sunday 31 October 2021 These changes allow for our healthcare workers to focus on hospital and community-based care. beagle weekly : Vol 231 October 29th 2021
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A MUST SEE : Children of The Black Skirt - Bay Theatre Players Vol September 15th 2017 are half way through their run of The16Bay Theatre Players 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018
“Children of The Black Skirt” by Angela Bietzien, and so far, the audience reac9on to the produc9on has been astonishing. Patrons have been truly blown away by the young female cast of three, Milly Shanahan, ScarleN Lane and Michaela Burtenshaw, who bring this dark and evoca9ve play alive on the Playhouse stage. Director Lyn Sterling is so pleased with the posi9ve feedback from theatre goers this past weekend, saying “I have been commended for bringing our young emerging actors to such a high-performance standard, but really the credit goes to the girls who have wholeheartedly embraced the project.” Lyn also praised the play itself, a story that is so engaging and important to tell. Lyn said “Credit must also go to our Australian writers. There is an amazing body of work out there that is current and some9mes controversial that ignites and supports our crea9vity and really allows our actors to expand their skills and grow themselves as performers and people”. Lyn invites everyone to come along to one of the last 4 performances of “Children of The Black Skirt” this week, Friday 29th at 7.30pm, Saturday 30th at 2pm or 7.30pm and Sunday 31st at 2pm. Tickets are on sale at www.trybooking.com Don’t miss out on this wonderful produc9on – come and support theatre and the young emerging talents in our local community.
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Growing the growers at Stepping Vol 16 September Stone 15th 2017 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018 Farm Growing Eurobodalla’s local food supply is on track with the announcement of a new program delivered in partnership between SAGE’s Stepping Stone Farm and EcoCrews, a Campbell Page social enterprise.
Joyce Wilkie, SAGE Stepping Stone Farm Manager with the 2021 interns, Shani Keane and Josh Gowers
The new EcoCrews program, funded by the NSW Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund, provides paid jobs with accredited training to local people so they can learn how to run a successful commercial market garden. Training will include planning, prepara9on, produc9on, sales, distribu9on and how to use adap9ve farming prac9ces. SAGE NSW Inc president, Mark Barraclough, says the partnership is one of the most exci9ng developments in SAGE’s mission to grow the local food community and secure a resilient local food supply for the community. “Developing Stepping Stone Farm as a training facility for aspiring market gardeners was a huge step forward in our food security journey and this partnership allows this ini9a9ve to become even beNer,” Mr Barraclough said. “Our commitment to training interns started in 2012 at the SAGE Garden in Moruya, and in 2019 we were able to lease good farmland west of Moruya. With the help of grants, dona9ons and volunteers, SAGE developed a working market garden and training facility opera9ng under the new name of Stepping Stone Farm. Joyce Wilke, an excep9onal farm manager and educator joined the team the following year and the first interns started in October 2020,” said Mr Barraclough. Campbell Page CEO Natalie Turmine is equally excited about the opportuni9es the program brings saying “This partnership is crea9ng real prospects and sustainable jobs for locals. We’re not just growing food, but futures too. They’re geUng fantas9c hands on experience and skills working on the farm while geUng paid”. Stepping Stone Farm manager and educator Joyce Wilkie says the EcoCrew program will allow them to train and support more aspiring market gardeners in a unique and immersive way. “The internships are a way to give new farmers a beNer chance of securing capital and land access and a chance to realise their farming aspira9ons,” Joyce Wikie said. Stepping Stone Farm currently produces and sells a full range of seasonal produce available at the SAGE Farmers Markets and on their e-market on Tuesday aHernoons in Moruya, and at some local cafes and restaurants. “I encourage anyone with a genuine interest in pursuing local work and a business in commercial market gardening to consider applying. It truly is a once in a life9me opportunity with great support,” said Joyce Wilkie. Member for Bega Andrew Constance said the Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund is one part of the $4.5 billion overarching bushfire support program co-funded by the Australian and NSW Governments for beagle weekly : Vol 231 October 29th 2021
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Community bushfire recovery, response and preparedness in NSW. “More than a year has passed since we cleared 3,600 proper9es across NSW that were damaged or destroyed by the Black Summer bushfires and we are con9nuing to deliver the support that our region needs Volkeep 16 September 2017 in recovery,” Mr Constance said. to moving 15th forward 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018
“People are rebuilding their lives and through the Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund we are backing projects that will bring communi9es together, support tourism, provide improved or new social amenity, and increase preparedness to future bushfires. All of these things play a part in recovery.” Applica9ons for the EcoCrews program are open now. More informa9on and how to apply is available at www.ecocrews.org.au
Batemans Bay Region Community Coordinator SHASA is seeking expressions of interest for a part-9me consultant posi9on. It will involve: 1. Engaging with volunteer organiza9ons in the Bateman's Bay Region to provide tools, knowledge, and resources to help them become stronger and more effec9ve. 2. Engaging with community service providers to develop projects plans with cos9ngs for future grant applica9ons to: Upgrade community-building facili9es to keep opera9ng during heatwaves and bushfires and Purchase electric vehicles and electric vehicle chargers To minimize travel costs, the Community Coordinator will have access to the SHASA NISSAN LEAF electric vehicle to travel to mee9ngs with community groups. The Community Coordinator will be supported in the role by SHASA’s President and CommiNee. This is a contract posi9on for a total of 55 hours per month (660 hours for the 12 months) The grant funding for the contract is $30,000. There is a possibility of a 12-month extension to the contract. If you are interested please send a maximum 2 page CV to Kathryn Maxwell, President of SHASA at contact.shasa@gmail.com If interested please respond by 5 pm Friday 5th November Key skills and experience required 1. Strong wriNen, communica9on, and liaison skills. 2. Demonstrated project management experience. 3. Sound IT skills. Experience with websites and social media is desirable. beagle weekly : Vol 231 October 29th 2021
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Dive into free training Free pool lifeguard and swimming instructor training is available to Eurobodalla Vol 16 September 15th 2017 residents in response to the large 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018 number of posi9ons to be filled when Bay Pavilions opens in Batemans Bay next year. Eurobodalla Council’s employment project officer Amy Kovacs said there would be 180 posi9ons across the facility, up to 60 of which were for lifeguards and swim instructors. “These aren’t posi9ons everyone has the qualifica9ons for, so we want to make sure locals are trained and ready to apply once the jobs go live in January next year,” she said. “The great thing is that this type of work will no longer be seasonal as the aqua9c pavilion will be open yearround. There will be a range of roles available at Bay Pavilions with opportuni9es to develop skills for a career in the leisure and recrea9on industry. “We’re also helping locals with free job applica9on support, from resume wri9ng to interview prac9ce.” Eligible par9cipants for the training include those who are unemployed, underemployed, or aged 17-24 and no longer enrolled at school. The training courses will run in December and January; lifeguard training over two days, and basic swim instructor training over one day. To express your interest in aNending contact Eurobodalla employment project officer Amy Kovacs on 4474 7380 or amy.kovacs@esc.nsw.gov.au. To register your interest for jobs at Bay Pavilions head to www.baypavilions.com.au or for regular updates on all job opportuni9es throughout the shire follow Eurobodalla Jobs and Training on Facebook.
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Ian Holmes – 25 Years of BBBW Membership Vol 16 September 15th 2017 Vol 28 December 7th, 2017
Vol of 48 the Aprilgreat 27th 2018 One things about Batemans Bay Bushwalkers is how many members con9nue to support the Club for decades aHer joining. Accordingly, we recognise those who have been members for 25 years with the presenta9on of a special name badge.
Ian Holmes reached the 25 year membership mark in February this year, and we have finally been able to congratulate him. Usually these presenta9ons are made at our Members Quarterly Mee9ngs, but we thought it more fiUng to pin the badge on Ian at our first post-Covid bushwalk to Granite Creek in Mogo State Forest. That par9cular walk was top heavy with bushwalking royalty – several other 25+ year members also turned up to shake off the Covid blues and get out onto the bushtracks again. Ian is one of our regular walk leaders and has offered walks of all grades to our Program. He devised and explored one of my favourite walks – the Clyde River Chinamans Point walk in Clyde River Na9onal Park. Unfortunately this Na9onal Park remains closed due to extensive bushfire damage, although they are currently making repairs, and Ian’s walk will be scheduled again when the Park re-opens. Ian has also served as Returning Officer, overseeing the change of CommiNee Members at our Annual General Mee9ngs. He is one of those valuable members who has made a significant contribu9on to our Club, and we are most grateful for his ongoing support.
Entries are open for the rescheduled River of Art’s art prize, that was postponed due to the COVID lockdown. Judging the compe99on will be ar9st and educator, Denise Ferris, and the Director of the Bega Valley Region Gallery, Iain Dawson. Shortlisted works will appear in the River of Art Prize exhibi9on to be held at Gallery Narooma from 21 January to 6 February 2022, with the winning work awarded $2000. Entries close 5 December 2021. Enter now through the River of Art website - riverofart.com.au beagle weekly : Vol 231 October 29th 2021
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Sheba Sheba has a lovely nature, but is very shy and easily scared, loves to hide, so needs a quiet home with no other pets. Once she feels comfortable she enjoys Vol 16 September 15th 2017 her chin rubs and lying in the sun in her 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 outdoor cat enclosure. Sheba is 10 years old. She is microchipped, vaccinated, wormed, flea and 9ck treated. Her adop9on fee is $100. If you think Sheba is the pet for you, phone Animal Welfare League NSW, Eurobodalla Branch on 0410 016 612 (Rehoming Organisa9on Number R251000222)
Murramarang South Coast Walk Project Update Environmental assessments The Review of Environmental Factors (REF) to inform the alignment and construc9on of the Murramarang South Coast Walk was available for comment in July and August 2020 alongside the master plan which was finalised earlier this year. The purpose of a Review of Environmental Factors describes the proposed ac9vity, documents the likely impacts of the proposed ac9vity on the environment and details safeguard and mi9ga9on measures to be implemented. In September 2021, the Biodiversity and Conserva9on Division of the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment considered the public submissions and recommended that the ac9vity outlined in the REF proceed, subject to condi9ons. The condi9ons of approval include, the requirement for a Construc9on Environment Management Plan, a Visitor Monitoring Program a Threatened Shorebird Monitoring Plan, and an Opera9on Environmental Management Plan be developed to address the recommenda9ons of the REF. See the final Review of Environmental Factors and the Determina'on No'ce and on the website for further informa9on. Construc'on update Ini9al construc9on work is expected to commence in the coming months, and we will keep you informed when this begins. The priority construc9on works will be to reinstate the walking track areas near PreNy Beach that were impacted by the 2019 -20 bushfires. Photo: headlands at Pre4y Beach area, John Spencer beagle weekly : Vol 231 October 29th 2021
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Free talks on children's language development Parents and carers can learn more about how to
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Batemans Bay, Moruya and Narooma next month. Eurobodalla Health Service speech pathologists will partner with Eurobodalla Libraries to run the sessions as part of Speech Pathology Australia’s na9onal Speechie Library Talks. Speech Pathology Australia says one in five four-yearolds, around 20 per cent, have difficulty understanding or using language, and 14 per cent of 15-year-olds have only basic literacy skills. The Speechie Library Talks are being held around Australia to help engage young readers and help build language and literacy skills. Parents, carers and others with an interest can learn ways to build language and literacy, how to choose the right books and encourage interac9on, support mul9lingual children through reading and what to do if their child is having difficul9es with reading. The free talks will be themed according to the age of interest; 3-5-year-olds and 0-3-year-olds. At Batemans Bay Library the 0-3 years talk will be held Tuesday 16 November, 10.30-11.30am and the 3-5 years talk on Tuesday 23 November, 10.30-11.30am. At Moruya Library, the 3-5 years talk will be held Wednesday 24 November, 10.30-11.30am. At Narooma Library the 0-3 years talk will be held Thursday 25 November, 10.30-11.30am.
St Cecilia Youth Music Scholarships CHANGE OF DATES - for APPLICATIONS and ANNUAL CONCERT St Cecilia Youth Music Scholarships are pleased to advise that an online applica9on form and upload portal for audi9on recordings is now available on our website www.stcecilia.org.au/audi9ons. Because of the changed arrangements and the new process, applica9ons will now be accepted up to 5.00pm on Friday 5 November. Twelve prizes totalling $5700 in value will be awarded to par9cipants between the ages of 8 and 18 (two divisions) in classical and contemporary music. These scholarships have tradi9onally been awarded at a Finalists' Concert close to the birth of St Cecilia (Patron Saint of music and musicians) in late November. However this year due to covid restric9ons we have moved the concert to Sunday 5 December commencing at 3.00pm ,s9ll at the beau9ful St Bernard's Church, Batehaven. Mark that date in your diary now. beagle weekly : Vol 231 October 29th 2021
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OUT NOW—your latest Beagle Abode : Eurobodalla’s Vol 16 September 15th 2017 leading real 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018 estate guide 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 addi9on 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 proper9es on the market each week. You can find Beagle Abode on the Beagle website under REAL ESTATE The latest Beagle Abode lis9ngs 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. CLICK HERE: hNps://www.beagleweekly.com.au/real-estate
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employ, how many properties are sold, what is the value of those properties and how much is collected on landlords behalf in rent? On the 18th October, the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) released its strategic policy agenda, called “GeUng Real” which was virtually presented to the Federal Minister for Housing, the Hon Michael Sukkar MP. In releasing the document, the REIA President Adrian Kelly said “In the lead up to the next Federal Elec9on, It’s 9me to get real about real estate policy and to help agents do what they do best – help Australians into homes.” “Getting Real articulates six key areas for government: supply, customers, taxation, sustainability, cities and regions, and successful real estate agencies. We also have specific action plans for people, training and skills, proptech and regulation and reg-tech.” The document also outlined the significant size of the real estate industry across Australia and provided the details as shown in the adjacent chart: As the Federal Election looms Mr Kelly highlighted several priorities from “Getting Real” including, urgently addressing a national shortage in property managers, securing b-partisan commitment on a national plan for housing supply and affordability and phasing out stamp duty nationally. The full can be found at the REIA website: reia.asn.au
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Oct 29th - Sirenics at Batemans Bay Soldiers Club Oct 30th - Chris McGrath at Club Catalina Oct 30th - Sirenics at Batemans Bay Soldiers Club Love & Able @9lbavalley 12 noon. James Bennet (Album Launch Tour) w/ Special Guest Tash Gabrielle @9lbavalley 5pm. Oct 31st - Dave Newman @9lbavalley 12pm
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BernadeHe Harvey Trio. St Bernard's Church Nov 14th South Coast Music Society presents: BernadeNe Harvey Trio. BernadeNe Harvey (piano),15th Harry Vol 16 September 2017BenneNs (violin), Miles Mullin-Chivers (cello) 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018
BernadeNe Harvey is one of Australia’s finest pianists and teachers, and for this performance she has brought together cherished colleagues Harry BenneNs and Miles Mullin-Chivers to play a program that includes: DVOŘÁK Silent Woods, B. 173 GRIEG Lento doloroso from Violin Sonata No. 2 in G major, Op. 13 HOLLIER …A Li4le Sea Music BEETHOVEN Piano Trio in D major, Op. 70 No. 1 ‘Ghost' This beau9ful program will demonstrate the quality and range of each instrument and the ar9stry of each of the musicians. A highlight will be the world premier of the new piece A Li4le Sea Music by Australian composer David Hollier. Donald is a senior composer who writes music every day – wonderful, theatrical, expansive music, that speaks of a life9me’s emo9ons and knowledge. This piece was commissioned by Musica Viva and wriNen specifically for BernadeNe Harvey and her trio. Presented by the South Coast Music Society and Musica Viva Australia This will be a COVID safe event, and 9ckets are available to anyone who is double vaccinated, in line with NSW Government public health instruc9ons. Audience members will be asked to provide proof of vaccina9on on entry. 2pm Sunday 14 November 2021 St Bernard's Church, David St, Batehaven. Tickets available at www.southcoastmusicsociety.com Adults $40 SCMS Members and concessions $35 Students and an accompanying adult, Free (please obtain a 9cket through our website)
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Quarterdeck raises the bar in Narooma Merivale has officially opened the doors to The Vol 16 September 15th 2017 Quarterdeck 28 April December 7th, 2017 The popular cafe, siUng out Vol 48 27thNarooma. 2018
over the water at Wagonga Inlet, is a 20-year-old local ins9tu9on. Recently reincarnated, the building has retained its tradi9onal 9ki vibes with a modern twist. Head chef Tal Buchnik’s menu offers coastal gems in a vibrant and innova9ve style. Key dishes include Wagonga rock oysters, snapper ceviche, grilled citrus pork belly tacos and a Quarterdeck sundae, served simply, with the local produce as the star.
The interiors of Quarterdeck have had a light refresh and, much to the delight of Quarterdeck fans, s9ll captures and presents that essence of dining by, and over the water. The venue retains its combina9on of casual and comfortable furnishings and the magic, heavy sash windows are in place to climate control as they have been for the past two decades. One of the pleasures of the venue is its curated reggae soundscape that Above: MEET VICTOR : he is originally from Brazil and studied gives the venue a vibrancy and a buzz that brings an added smile. It is an intelligent add graphic design. He fell in-love with the hospitality world aDer moving to Sydney and working casual jobs. Now one of to quality food, excep9onal professional Merivale’s incredible bar managers, Victor has carefully service, a great choice of beers, wines and curated the Quarterdeck cocktail menu, and boy has he cocktails and a stunning view. outdone himself. Pictured below with his jus$fiably, much loved, ‘Banana Daiquiri’ Jus9n Hemmes, CEO of Merivale, says: “Quarterdeck is a slice of unique local culture in one of the most beau9ful spots on the south coast. It is somewhere for people to connect, celebrate and dine on the best produce the south coast has to offer, while enjoying an incredible view with a cocktail in hand.” “Narooma has become my second home and the backdrop to many of my happiest memories with my family. It has been an absolute privilege to spend so much 9me here over the past six years and becoming part of the local business community is enormously exci9ng.” Merivale purchased Quarterdeck in March 2021, becoming the group’s first venue outside of Sydney, closely followed by its accession of Narooma’s The Whale Inn, a bou$que hotel and restaurant, in June 2021. With the acquisi$on of these two iconic south coast venues Merivale is proud to have created a diverse range of employment opportuni$es for locals and is commi4ed to providing professional, top-notch training. In addi$on to crea$ng career paths for locals, the opening of Quarterdeck will support complementary businesses within the community and aims to help to boost the local economy through the a4rac$on of yearround tourism and visita$on to the NSW south coast. beagle weekly : Vol 231 October 29th 2021
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Reading Gadfly 202 By Robert Macklin What’s the point of a target if you have no bow and arrow? The thought occurred as we drove past the archery course beside Streeton Drive, Weston Vol 16 September 2017 delivered his latest announcement on climate change. shortly after Scott 15th Morrison Vol 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018
We were heading to the coast after the Canberra lockdown was lifted so there was plenty of time to chat about this latest manoeuvre from the Prime Minister to remain in power. And like all the others, it was bereft of substance, responsibility and morality. In other words, it was a con trick. He has built quite a list of such devices since he shoved the hapless Malcolm Turnbull out of the Lodge. Remember that gawky arm around Malcolm’s shoulders as he said ‘This is my leader,’ while his own supporters were counting the numbers. Then in short order came the Sports Rorts and the even bigger car park grants to Coalition and marginal seats in the lead up to his ‘miracle’ election. The revelations of Brittany Higgins brought us the endless Phil Gaetjens investigation into who knew what in the PMO; and the plethora of inquiries into workplace harassment which will never result in meaningful action. Next came the opening scene of the Christian Porter saga with his vigorous denial of a sexual encounter with a young debating partner; Morrison’s refusal to call a real inquiry to sort the matter out; and Porter’s final departure from the ministry (though not the Parliament) with the revelation that an anonymous slush fund had been set up to pay his legal fees. Even then, Morrison used his numbers to prevent a referral to a parliamentary committee to inquire into it. But the most telling con job has been the pretence that his government is fair dinkum about establishing an anticorruption commission that actually exposes corruption among politicians. Publicly, the flim-flam operation initially proposed by Christian Porter when he was Attorney-General has been laughed out of court. The distinguished former judge of the Victorian Court of Appeal and a director of the Centre for public Integrity, Stephen Charles QC, said, ‘It would hide corruption, not expose it.’ But it’s hollow laughter since the very idea of a corrupt government is the stuff of nightmares. Literally. I still vividly recall exactly that from the early 1990s when I was trapped in Belgrade during the war that marked the dissolution of Yugoslavia. I was sending reports to my newspaper that angered the Serbian government of the day; and was suddenly in a world where a knock at my 12th floor hotel door could have had the most unhappy consequences. There was no appeal to the kind of justice we have taken for granted in Australia. Until now. Just ask Bernard Collaery, Witness K or Witness J. Of course, Morrison is not Milosevic (despite their physical resemblance) and Australia isn’t Serbia then. Even Serbia now isn’t Serbia then. But corruption is a disease like Covid. It enters through the mouth and is transmitted the same way; it spreads exponentially and if unchecked can create new variants fatal to the entire body politic. The only viable weapon is the truth serum we call science. But today’s clamouring media outlets can overwhelm resistance with the jabber of the crowd. And the Morrisons with their announcements from the seat of power hold sway. They talk of net zero targets and it sounds as though they’re serious…until you notice that there’s no bow and not a single new arrow in the quiver. www.robertmacklin.com beagle weekly : Vol 231 October 29th 2021
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100 Years Ago -29th October 1921 RETURNED. – Our proprietor, Mr. R. H. Harvison, aHer five months’ absence in the metropolis, returned home on Wednesday, looking remarkably well aHer his recent severe bout of bronchi9s and whooping Vol 16 September 15th 2017 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018 cough. OLD LINEN WANTED. – Our local Hospital is urgently in need of old linen, and we have been asked by the Secretary, Mr. A. M. Wilson, to appeal to the charitable ladies of the district to send to the ins9tu9on all the spare white linen they have. BUSINESS CLOSED. – Owing to the slump in the 9mber industry, which has caused depression in trade at Bateman’s Bay, Dunne Bros. have been forced to close their blacksmith and wheelwright business there for a while. FENCING SCHOOL SITE. – One of the last acts of the late Capt. Millard on behalf of his cons9tuents in this district was his representa9ons to have a fence erected around the Dwyer’s Creek public school site. He succeeded so far as to get the Department’s promise to supply the necessary wire and gates provided the local residents supply the posts and carry out the work. Mr. A. J. Harper, one of the pe99oners, informs us that they are willing to erect the fence on these condi9ons. EARLY CLOSING. – As will be seen by our business columns, general stores here will from Tuesday next close at 5 p.m. every day except Wednesdays [12am] and Saturdays [8pm], owing to the 44-hour week being applied to the storekeeping business. BATEMAN’S BAY. – The district is shortly to receive a visit from Mr. Harper, the Government Geologist, to report on certain deposits which our observant and progressive friend, Mr. Greatrex, has placed under his no9ce. For years past fossickers and prospectors have been searching for the origin of the alluvial gold of which abundant visual evidence is found. It is proposed to locate the ancient bed of the Clyde River and to examine what early earth history in the carboniferous and devonian periods has placed here right at our very door…… NERRIGUNDAH. – (From our Correspondent) AHer a long silence I venture to submit a few lines about the “Old Gulph.” The old field never was so low as it has been of late…. The eucalyptus industry created employment for many workers, but of late that has failed, and although Nerrigundah oil is of the finest quality there is no sale for it. Several who were working in the oil business have now turned their aNen9on to prospec9ng, with the result that Wilson and HaNley are on a new “show” about four miles out in the region of Belimbla. Since the closing of the hotel Nerrigundah has been sadly in need of a place of accommoda9on for travellers. This want has been filled most sa9sfactorily by the opening of a first-class accommoda9on house opposite the post office in the house formerly held by the late Mrs. O’Keefe… Extracted from the Moruya Examiner by the Moruya and District Historical Society Inc. h4ps://www.mdhs.org.au beagle weekly : Vol 231 October 29th 2021
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Please NOT the Purple One !! The Beagle Editor, Vol 16 September 15th 2017 Moruya Bypass: Please, not the Purple Route 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018
I recently received a flyer from the Moruya Bypass Ac9on Group protes9ng the Orange Route for the new Moruya Bypass and calling for the Purple Route that runs through town to be selected instead. The Ac9on Group is led by people whose property would be affected by the Orange Route and I completely understand why they want the bypass moved elsewhere. Five bypass route op9ons were presented by Transport. The push in the flyer for only the Purple Route to be considered worries me because that route will carve our town in two and change the charming character of Moruya forever as the town is bisected by an elevated concrete bridge and road. The Purple Route will see a bridge and elevated road up to 9 metres high to the east of the shopping district. The elevated road will cut through Riverside Park and across South Head Road near the boNom end of the Golf Course. The noise of high-speed trucks and traffic on the elevated road will affect residents in Braemar Estate and other residen9al areas of town. Also, the Purple Route leaves the highway to the north of town halfway across Mullenderree Flat so it cannot deliver the flood-free access to the new hospital promised to people in Batemans Bay and the north of the shire. I do not envy the state government planners who have to select the bypass route, but whichever one is built, I hope it is not the Purple one. Phil Herrick Moruya Old growth trees actually contribute to co2 as they are not gaining a net growth by dropping leaves twigs genera9ng aerosols and suppressing re-growth by compe9ng species. Regrowth converts co2 at 3 9mes the rate per hectare than old growth. Wood is locked up carbon By removing old growth trees we allow higher conversion rates of green house gasses and the locking away usable carbon products. Checkerboard logging will allow for plant and animal protec9on which can be supplemented with the construc9on of nes9ng boxes and new trunk holes. We should be focused on living with logging and growing with the industry Peter Anderson
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LeHer to the Editor HiMng the road...
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We just can't wait to hit the road For that road trip and unload To country towns across the state
The Beagle Editor, Now that the Na9onals have finally acknowledged climate change and want to protect regional jobs, what does this mean for our region, the Eurobodalla? The Healthcare sector is the biggest employer in Australia - and one of the biggest polluters. Looking regionally, the new Eurobodalla hospital must come under scru9ny for their plan to increase road transport of pa9ents, meals and even boNled water. During the fires, thousands of people were stuck in cars on the Princes Highway while trying to evacuate. A wind shiH could have been catastrophic then. Yet the new Eurobodalla hospital plans to greatly increase road transport of pa9ents to Bega, because it will have less capacity than currently exists between Moruya and the Bay hospitals.
And stop to appreciate The town, its folk and the pub Nothing like being, out in the scrub! With rolling hills and cloudless skies We'll look for signs to guide the way Off the highway for our stay. There’ll be a sign to welcome us As we find the place to rest... A coNage... Built of stone with a frontage Of coloured flowers and na9ve trees Wai9ng to welcome us with a breeze! But first we’ll have to collect the key
That's a big exposure to fires, flood, road works and accidents enroute to Bega. Health is a massive contributor of plas9c waste (second only to the food industry), which leach toxic chemicals into the soil, air and water, dras9cally reducing resilience of all species and amplifying climate change. Yet the Southern Area Local Health District no longer even has a sustainability commiNee -despite the fires and COVID being the result of environmental perturba9ons. Indeed, the document driving sustainability in NSW Health, “Resource Efficiency Strategy 2016-2123” doesn’t men9on plas9cs once, despite plas9c being about 25% of Health waste. Health should absolutely be leading the way but does nothing. Christopher Nimmo
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So, it will be off to the pub to ask for Leigh Then browse the board for a feed! By Mary Murray
Reading - leHer to the editor The Beagle Editor, As a rural doctor and parent of three young kids, I am relieved to see that climate ac9on is finally on the poli9cal cards for Australia. Rural Australians are2017 set to be the hardest hit by the climate crisis. Vol 16 September 15th 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018
In my region, the South Coast of NSW, we have had a taste of the climate crisis already. We have experienced the hoNest year on record alongside the worst drought in history fuelling unprecedented fires across the East Coast of Australia. While almost two years ago now, these fires have changed the course of many lives of rural Australians. Thirty-three lives were lost and many more shaNered. It was impossible to get away from the heat and smoke when there was no electricity - it seeped into our homes, hospitals, aged care facili9es and schools. I wonder, which one of my pa9ents lost their lives prematurely? Was it the elderly man who had a heart aNack or the mother who had a s9llborn baby? The mental health impacts from this extreme trauma9c event are s9ll quietly rippling through the community today. Rural Australians already face major challenges in access to healthcare, and as a consequence suffer poorer health outcomes. The climate crisis, set to make these extreme events far worse and more frequent, will compound these challenges further. The Na9onal Party of Australia say they support Australians living in rural communi9es. If they did, they would have stopped dragging the chain on climate ac9on decades ago. Along with the Liberals, together the only target they are going to meet and beat is the global warming limit of 1.5 degrees. It is 9me for both par9es to wake from their climate denialism slumber and show courage. Courage like that displayed by my fellow nurses and doctors through this pandemic. Clear targets are urgently needed to halve carbon pollu9on in this decade, not just a far sighted target of 2050. It is 9me to commit to ambi9ous climate goals this decade, revitalise the regions with jobs of the future, and protect our health and prosperity. Dr Luke Mitchell is a GP/Anaesthe'st based in Eurobodalla.
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Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg announces new company name will be Meta Vol 16 September 15th 2017 28published December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 First in Crikey
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Dear Leslie, Should I quit Facebook? Besides geIng stuff into my calendar, I can’t see the use of it and Zuckerberg is a dick. An$-Social from San Souci ---Hi An$-Social, I’m inclined to say yes, everyone should quit Facebook (or is that Meta?) because it’s a determinedly monopolis$c and rabidly self-interested company that does li4le good and a whole lot of terrible in the world. This includes commodifying our personal informa$on, allowing misinforma$on to flourish and algorithmically encouraging the poli$cal radicalisa$on of users, all of which is like rat poison to democracy. Why give your $me, a4en$on or custom to that? Having said that, I confess that while I despise Facebook, I’m s$ll on it. Why? Because in the same way you are a4ached to the events page, I am served by being able to promote my wri$ng to followers that right now I can’t reach anywhere else. In part, that’s the fault of Facebook and the other big tech monoliths too, who have done all they can to gobble up compe$tors who did or might have provided something be4er like Instagram and WhatsApp while monopoly regulators did — and con$nue to do — nothing. LinkedIn offers the best alterna$ve to date. A different business model but the same gender breakdown of users and an events feature, though the average user age is older. However, if that’s not an issue for you and those you plan events will come with you, maybe give that a try? I’d also like to have provided you with a link to a pe$$on you could sign suppor$ng Facebook being broken up, which is what US Democrat Senator Elizabeth Warren, the best thinker on this problem, says is the way forward. But no such pe$$on exists, so perhaps as a first step to both our libera$on you could start one? Leslie. h4ps://www.crikey.com.au/2021/10/29/mark-zuckerberg-facebok
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Reading—A beer with Baz Bazza nodded at the full schooner whilst Mick took up a bar stool, took a deep breath and shook his head. Mick took a decent drink and sighed again. Vol 16 September 15th 2017 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018
“Bloody supermarket checkout, Bazza. It seems to take forever. I got caught behind this old bloke and…….” Bazza took a sip and leaned back. “Hang on there, Mick. We’re not exactly spring chickens.” “Spare me, Bazza. There I am, ready to go, with my credit card in hand and my groceries, all lined up, behind old mate’s half a dozen items. Well, the cashier greets him and asks how he is going. I kid you not, he tells her how he really is going….. I mean, in detail. He then asks how she is going and she responds quick smart, in the automated manner. Thankfully, he has got his reusable bag all handy but he then needs to locate his wallet. He digs around for the right card and by now, I think the rest will be preNy quick…...” “By gee you’re a busy man, Mick, but I’m sure you can spare a minute or two.” “But it goes on, Bazza. The cashier asks him if he has a rewards card and he pauses and puts his glasses on and nearly emp9es his wallet. He finds it eventually and also pulls out his Seniors Card. The cashier says it does not apply today. He nods and compliments her on her politeness…..” Mick took another long sip. “Well, I think we are all set, and I start to shuffle up a bit, and eye my mel9ng ice cream…..but no…… he decides he beNer show her his double vaccina9on cer9ficate and digs out his phone and starts scrolling. Through griNed teeth, I let him know it’s not necessary in a supermarket and he turns to me and says ‘Well that’s a good thing. Otherwise, it would take forever to get served.’” Bazza took a drink and laughed. “Mick, I think you have got to realise the supermarket is more than just a place to buy groceries. It’s a social ou9ng. I grew up in a corner store back in the six9es and seven9es and I reckon my mother would have known the ins and outs of each customer’s life. It could take old Mrs BlackeN half an hour to buy a boNle of milk and a loaf of bread. She would give us young’uns short shriH if we tried to hurry her along, when mum was busy. In fact, she would even wait around un9l she was free for a chat.” Mick took a sip and laughed. “Well Bazza, that explains why your old man had to go and find alternate employment to supplement the family income.” Bazza half chuckled. In fact, I was reading this week in the Netherlands, a supermarket chain has introduced what they call a ‘Kletskassa”, a chat checkout. Its a winner with people who want to have a chat. The cashiers apparently love it as well. It recreates what the corner store used to offer, once upon a 9me. In fact the ini9a9ve is being backed by the Netherlands Ministry of Health, Welfare and Support as a means of dealing with loneliness. A case of what’s old is new again.” “Well, I’d back that idea Bazza, if it meant I could get my ice cream home before it melted” Have a beer with Baz at john.longhurst59@gmail.com beagle weekly : Vol 231 October 29th 2021
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Reading – Moruya Books Inga Simpson’s wonderful new book has finally been released! I was a bit trepidatious at first, with fire trauma still quite raw…..BUT oh my goodness! I raced through! Couldn’t put this thrilling, clever, fast paced novel down!
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Also…Inga’s done it! Nature writing in a thriller horror?! Yes please. And it’s our local country, our home, our fire experience for everyone who wasn’t here to feel. Our fear. Our hope and our strength. Bloody loved it. Julie x P.s. Stay tuned! We’re hosting a book launch with Inga in November, a date and details soon to come!
Below: Julie unmasked! New extreme sport..... Cookbook weight lifting.
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arts Art Exhibi'on ‘Time Stretches My Limits’ by Natasha Dusenjko runs Saturday 30 October to Saturday 13 November 2021 at Vol 16 Mechanics September 15th 2017 the Ins'tute, Moruya, NSW 28 April December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 27th 2018 Australia. Time Stretches My Limits is an exhibi9on of new work by Dalmeny based ar9st Natasha Dusenjko. Incorpora9ng large-scale video projec9on and photography, it is a sonic and visual self-portrait exploring 9me in the context of self-isola9on. Created amidst intermiNent COVID lockdowns, the work was made inside the ar9st’s studio; a heritage listed former church in Dalmeny and is a psychological and visceral experience. Dusenjko’s past work featured landscape rather than portraiture, exploring themes of iden9ty, geography and displacement. In 2018 Dusenjko relocated to Dalmeny, since then her work has focused more on experimental sound and photography, culmina9ng in this exhibi9on. For Time Stretches My Limits Natasha turns the camera on herself, allowing playful improvisa9on to lead the way, while conceptually engaging a mirror and features of the former church. Natasha says: “I’ve been lucky to be granted access to the church in Dalmeny to use as a studio, friends of mine were generous enough to let me use it before they begin renova$ons. It became clear to me early on, that the work I made here would somehow document the passage of $me in this liminal space; no longer a place of formal worship, the building itself is in the slow and crea$ve process of becoming something else.” Born in Melbourne Natasha Dusenjko has exhibited in solo and group exhibi9ons around Australia, she has received an Australia Council New Work grant and the 2015 Centre for Contemporary Photography Salon prize for best use of photomedia. Her work is included in the Na9onal Gallery of Australia collec9on and in private collec9ons of art curators, museum directors and established contemporary Australian ar9sts. Time Stretches My Limits is part of the Basil Sellers Exhibi9on program ‘Bas about Town’. With support from Create NSW and South East Arts, Natasha was one of three local ar9sts selected to exhibit at The Mechanics Ins9tute. The Exhibi9on has also received addi9onal support from Create NSW as part of the COVID development grant. ‘Time Stretches My Limits’ by Natasha Dusenjko Where: Mechanics Ins9tute, 15 Page Street, Moruya, NSW Australia Dates: Saturday 30 October to Saturday 13 November 2021 Open: 10am-2pm, Wednesday to Sunday Opening event: 5:30pm, Friday 29 October 2021 A COVID safety plan is in place for this event, numbers are strictly limited so bookings are essen9al hNps:// www.eventbrite.com.au/e/185638749497
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evening, we were also pleased to have nine virtual runners submit 9mes. As the word spreads that we are back at the Mossy Point Headland at 5 PM, we expect that more runners and walkers will come back to test themselves aHer the long break. We celebrated Bernie Lambert’s 100th run, Bernie started with the Above:The local hero and 100 run women Bernie Lambert. 2-kilometres distance on 5 November 2014 with a 9me of 10.13, which is s9ll her personal best at this distance. She has since run numerous 5-kilometres distances both with the Broulee runners and the Batemans Bay parkrun. She has also competed in fun runs and Half Marathons. She is also a local hero figh9ng against Covid by administering ‘jabs’ in Goulburn, Bega, Batemans Bay and Moruya. Personal best 9mes were recorded by Nicole Minifie in the 2-kilometres, by Julie AmphleN in the 3.5kilometres and Karen-Smith in the 5-kilometres.
Tomakin Sports And Social Club Women’s Bowling Club 26 October 2021 A beau9ful sunny day and 34 bowlers turned up. We played a pairs game and the winning team with the most winning ends were Lynn O’Rourke and Ruth Ebsworth . The runners-up were Jan Daly and Jennie Hogan . Congratula9ons girls well done. Next Tuesday we will celebrate Melbourne Cup Day with a fun game, lots of prizes and put on a hat the best hat will get a price too. Put your name down on Tuesday 2 November before 830am and bring a plate of finger food . Bowls office telephone number 44747018 beagle weekly : Vol 231 October 29th 2021
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Above: Pauline Nash, Margaret Douglas and Sharon Knight
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