Editorial

Welcome to this week’s editorial, The ICAC hearing around the $5.5million that was granted to the Wagga shoo ng range has been of interest to many in the South East. From me to me we have seen the Premier arrive in the region and make announcements of State infrastructure funding. Of delight was the $30 million for the comple on of the Spine Road bypass of 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 ques ons. 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 applica ons were called and when scru nised 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 a er 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 elec on 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 accusa on I will wear,” “It’s not unique to our government,”. “It’s not an illegal prac ce. Unfortunately it does happen from me to me by every government,” she said. If we follow their ra onale 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 communi es and tell them they don’t deserve these projects.” But what if the gi 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 scru nised. 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 elec on. Like the Wagga Gun Club project our Bay Pavilion project was required to demonstrate a Cost Benefit Ra o above 1.0 in order to gain the grant. Because we were gi ed the funding we will never know the result as we never lodged the required FULL business case. Our grants were gi ed and the cheques may as well have been wri en on large replicas of bacon. So who benefits from all of this? The community le with an unaffordable legacy or poli cians vying for votes to ensure they remain in power? Will our humble Bay Pavilion porkiness be men oned in ICAC . No. It will be business as usual and what we have come to expect, and accept. Un l next—lei

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The Narooma & District Lions Club had something to Roar about on 24th October as we celebrated the 45th Anniversary of our Vol 16 September 15th 2017 Club Charter with a BBQ. Vol 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 Our new Lions flags were out and faces smiling. This outdoor celebra on, although low-key due to Covid restric ons, 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 perfec on and complimented by homemade salads. Dessert was also on the menu as was a magnificent birthday Cake. Our oldest, and a very ac ve member, Robyn Miller was assisted by Robyn Bedford in cu ng the cake. Their wish? To see the Club grow so many more can experience the fun and camaraderie to be had as all work together in serving the people of Narooma and District. More pictures of our BBQ fun can be seen on our Face Book page Narooma Lions Club. We are now making prepara ons to open our Dalmeny Community Markets once again, star ng with the second Sunday in November, something to further celebrate as we emerge from our homes and into life once again.

L to R Andrew Manns, Venke Manns, Robyn Bedford, Paul Ha ersley, Robyn Miller, Tulipe Sauiluma-Nugent, Adrienne Brennan.

Narooma & District Lions Club President, Ricci Bishop

Le : L to R Robyn Miller and Robyn Bedford

community Rabbit control in Narooma region

Vol 16 September 15th 2017 Eurobodalla Council will release the Vol 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 popula on. While the virus will only affect European wild rabbits, as a precau onary measure owners of pet rabbits should follow the RSPCA’s guidelines to reduce the risk of infec on. Council’s invasive species supervisor Paul Mar n said Council had a legal obliga on to control feral rabbit popula ons on Council-managed land, just as private landholders, farmers and residents had an obliga on 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 problema c in our natural environment as they eat a lot of na ve vegeta on, cause erosion and their holes can be a trip hazard.” Mr Mar n said Council’s rabbit control program this year focussed on the southern region, from Bodalla to Akolele. “Shoo ng and warren fumiga on in these hilly areas can be problema c, and we don’t use pindone bai ng where na ve fauna could be impacted by roden cides. So, in this instance, calicivirus is the best method for primary control,” he said. “The virus will be released on baited carrots in key loca ons and each bait sta on will be signposted with informa on about the release.” The RSPCA has produced a range of resources for rabbit owners, including ps on reducing the risk of infec on from rabbit haemorrhagic disease, caused by the calicivirus. View the factsheet h ps://kb.rspca.org.au/ knowledge-base/what-is-rabbit-calicivirus-andhow-do-i-protect-my-rabbit-from-rabbithaemorrhagic-disease/ or for more informa on on Council’s rabbit control program visit www.esc.nsw.gov.au/environment 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.

community Our Eurobodalla priori es outlined

Improving food security, caring Vol 16 September 15th 2017 Vol 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 for the disadvantaged, and environmental responsibility are just a few of the priori es 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 prepara on of the shirewide plan. Par cipants 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 par cipate. “We’re really excited by the amount of engagement so far and we’re keen for as many residents as possible to join the conversa on 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 me to tell Council what you want for the shire.” The feedback will be used to create a dra Community Strategic Plan, on which the community can provide further feedback before it is considered by the new Council for adop on. Be part of the conversa on at h ps://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 devasta on 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 figh ng for an Emergency Opera ons Centre (EOC) for the Eurobodalla region. An Emergency Opera ons Centre will provide a dedicated loca on for opera onal needs, coordina on of health service resources and responses to all emergency situa ons or major incidents that impact the en re Eurobodalla region. The Morrison Government has no disaster preparedness plan – they have le our community behind. We’ve seen it during the bushfires and we’re seeing it with COVID-19. It’s always too li le, 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.

h ps://www.fionaphillips.com.au/campaigns-pe ons/campaigns -pe ons/emergency-opera ons-centre-for-eurobodalla/ www.iga.com.au/catalogue

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Tribute to local primary health Vol 16 September 15th 2017 workers as South East Vol 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 NSW vaccina on rates reach 80 percent

Double dose COVID vaccina on rates in the 11 local government areas in South Eastern NSW have officially passed the 80 percent eased restric ons 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 vaccina ons administered in the region have been through the primary health workforce. “Vaccina on rates in Southern Eastern NSW are some of the best in the state, thanks to the hard-working staff at 158 general prac ces, four Aboriginal Medical Services, four GP respiratory clinics and, since 22 September, 91 pharmacies,” said Ms Kitcher. “We thank every recep onist, prac ce nurse, general prac oner 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 logis cs to administer COVID vaccines to a large number of people over a short meframe,” Ms Kitcher said. “We are delighted to see the latest vaccina on figures and are con nuing 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 communi es have access to vaccines, including informa on about vaccines so they can make an informed choice," she said. “It is a relief to know that higher vaccina on rates mean our older popula on and people with complex health needs have some protec on 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 Immunisa on (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 vaccina on rates.

“We recognise that un l now some people have had difficulty accessing COVID vaccines, but with the increased supplies people aged 12 years and older can either book their vaccina on via the Department of Health's vaccine clinic finder,” said Ms Kitcher.

EXACTLY ONE YEAR a er 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 recommenda ons. The Royal Commission into Natural Disaster Arrangements report, responding to the horrific 2019/20 fire season, outlined 80 recommenda ons, with more than half requiring ac on from the federal government. Yet 12 months to the day a er 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 recommenda ons, like boos ng firefigh ng capability, wildlife protec on and community educa on, s ll require urgent ac on.

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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 s ll wai ng 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 recommenda ons. To protect Australians, the government must now enact the steps outlined in the recommenda ons without further delay,” he said. “They must also tackle the root causes of worsening bushfires and other extreme weather, by commi ng to much stronger emissions reduc ons 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 shi ing 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, ho er and more dangerous bushfire seasons and other extreme weather events.” “Prime Minister Sco 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 posi on on climate when compared to other developed na ons,” she said. “We are the sunniest and one of the windiest countries in the world. The Morrison government needs to spend more me cashing in on Australia’s renewable advantage, and less me approving and funding new pollu ng 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 ac ve 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 reduc ons this decade it’s just going to keep ge ng worse. At the very least every recommenda on of the Royal Commission should be implemented,” said Mr Smith. The Climate Council and Emergency Leaders for Climate Ac on (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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A er an enforced recess of Vol 16 September 15th 2017 several months EuroSCUG is Vol 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 back, and would like to invite all interested members of the community to a end our next monthly mee ng on Wednesday 3 November at the Moruya Golf Club, when the guest speaker will be David Num. David will share ps 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-commi ee, which advises the commi ee about purchases. He also took on responsibility for wri ng many of our grants which funded these purchases. His skills were recognised more widely by his elec on to the board of ASCCA (Australian Seniors Computer Clubs Associa on), our na onal peak body. Although David has ‘re red’ from the commi ee he is a s ll a regular presenter at mee ngs, and con nues to lead the Moruya Local Area Group and the Android Phone and Tablet Group. Those who have a ended any of these groups will know that David has a wealth of knowledge to impart. A er morning tea, instead of the usual small group sessions there will be an addi onal 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 interac ve photos of each intersec on. 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 informa on on each place viewed. Google Earth differs from Google Maps in structure and presenta on, although both applica ons share some common features. Trevor will look at how to navigate within the app to find loca ons of interest and access the background informa on on these loca ons, and how to make use of the virtual tours available. If me 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 coopera ng and will demonstrate some simple things to help get it going again. He will explore the Win10 Troubleshooter and a couple of DOS commands

Above: Charmaine and Trevor, both presen ng at the next mee ng.

Above: David as a learner

that can be used. If me 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 Vol 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 We meet at the Moruya Golf Club at 10am on 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 mee ng mes and loca ons can be found on our website. Please note that these groups will not recommence un l February 2022. Each monthly mee ng starts promptly at 10:00am but everybody is asked to arrive by 9.45 at the latest so that Covid-19 registra on and administra ve tasks can be carried out beforehand. Before entering the club please check-in using the Service NSW app.

Above: Audrey, at 96, our oldest member

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 loca ons. 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 a ending must wear a mask. For more informa on 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 Vol 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 Motorists are advised of changed traffic condi ons 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 direc ons on the Princes Highway between Beach Road and North Street and the intersec ons 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 permi ng. Night work will only take place on Sunday to Thursday nights. Day work will also con nue throughout this period. Detours may be in place at night for road users wan ng access between the Princes Highway and the CBD via Beach Road or North Street while work is carried out at alterna ve intersec ons.

A combina on 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 condi ons, follow the direc ons of signs and traffic control and allow up to five minutes addi onal travel me. Pedestrians may also experience changes such as temporary surface changes, and detours, when crossing the road in this area and should follow direc ons of signs and traffic control at all mes. Transport for NSW thanks road users and pedestrians for their pa ence during this work. For more informa on on the Batemans Bay Bridge replacement project, go to nswroads.work/ BatemansBayBridge.

community Have your say on proposed changes to Vol 16 September 15th 2017 Eastern Rock Lobster and Vol 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 Dusky Flathead recrea onal fishing rules!

NSW DPI is undertaking community consulta on on proposed changes to recrea onal fishing rules for Eastern Rock Lobster and Dusky Flathead. The proposed changes for recrea onal fishers are:

Eastern Rock Lobster – increase in bag limit from 2 to 3 per person. Dusky Flathead – introduc on of a slot limit of 36 cm – 70 cm (previously only 1 over 70 cm) and reduc on of bag limit from 10 to 5 per person. NSW DPI are encouraging all recrea onal fishers and the community to have their say. Please read the short consulta on paper - h ps://bit.ly/3mjTjKy on the proposed changes prior to comple ng the online submission form. For further informa on 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 Tes ng will be located at Gundary Oval, Campbell St, Moruya, from Monday 1 November 2021 Last day of tes ng at Hanging Rock will be Friday 29 October 2021 Last day of tes ng at Moruya Hospital will be Sunday 31 October 2021 These changes allow for our healthcare workers to focus on hospital and community-based care.

Community A MUST SEE : Children of The Black Skirt - Bay Theatre Players

Vol 16 September 15th 2017 The Bay Theatre Players are half way through their run of Vol 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 “Children of The Black Skirt” by Angela Bietzien, and so far, the audience reac on to the produc on has been astonishing. Patrons have been truly blown away by the young female cast of three, Milly Shanahan, Scarle Lane and Michaela Burtenshaw, who bring this dark and evoca ve play alive on the Playhouse stage. Director Lyn Sterling is so pleased with the posi ve 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 some mes controversial that ignites and supports our crea vity 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 produc on – come and support theatre and the young emerging talents in our local community.

Community Growing the growers at Vol 16 September 15th 2017 Stepping Stone Vol 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 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. 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, prepara on, produc on, sales, distribu on and how to use adap ve farming prac ces. SAGE NSW Inc president, Mark Barraclough, says the partnership is one of the most exci ng 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 ini a ve to become even be er,” 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, dona ons and volunteers, SAGE developed a working market garden and training facility opera ng under the new name of Stepping Stone Farm. Joyce Wilke, an excep onal 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 opportuni es the program brings saying “This partnership is crea ng real prospects and sustainable jobs for locals. We’re not just growing food, but futures too. They’re ge ng fantas c hands on experience and skills working on the farm while ge ng 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 be er chance of securing capital and land access and a chance to realise their farming aspira ons,” 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 a ernoons 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 life me 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

Joyce Wilkie, SAGE Stepping Stone Farm Manager with the 2021 interns, Shani Keane and Josh Gowers

bushfire recovery, response and preparedness in NSW. “More than a year has passed since we cleared 3,600 proper es across NSW that were damaged or destroyed by the Black Summer bushfires and we are con nuing to deliver the support that our region needs to keep moving forward in recovery,” Mr Constance said. “People are rebuilding their lives and through the Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund we are backing projects that will bring communi es together, support tourism, provide improved or new social amenity, and increase preparedness to future bushfires. All of these things play a part in recovery.” Applica ons for the EcoCrews program are open now. More informa on and how to apply is available at www.ecocrews.org.au

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Batemans Bay Region Community Coordinator

SHASA is seeking expressions of interest for a part- me consultant posi on. It will involve: 1. Engaging with volunteer organiza ons in the Bateman's Bay Region to provide tools, knowledge, and resources to help them become stronger and more effec ve. 2. Engaging with community service providers to develop projects plans with cos ngs for future grant applica ons to: Upgrade community-building facili es to keep opera ng 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 mee ngs with community groups. The Community Coordinator will be supported in the role by SHASA’s President and Commi ee. This is a contract posi on 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 wri en, communica on, and liaison skills. 2. Demonstrated project management experience. 3. Sound IT skills. Experience with websites and social media is desirable.

Free pool lifeguard and swimming instructor training is Vol 16 September 15th 2017 available to Eurobodalla residents in response to the large Vol 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 number of posi ons 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 posi ons across the facility, up to 60 of which were for lifeguards and swim instructors. “These aren’t posi ons everyone has the qualifica ons 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 aqua c pavilion will be open yearround. There will be a range of roles available at Bay Pavilions with opportuni es to develop skills for a career in the leisure and recrea on industry. “We’re also helping locals with free job applica on support, from resume wri ng to interview prac ce.” Eligible par cipants 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 a ending 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 opportuni es throughout the shire follow Eurobodalla Jobs and Training on Facebook.

Community Ian Holmes – 25 Years of BBBW Vol 16 September 15th 2017 Membership Vol 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 One of the great things about Batemans Bay Bushwalkers is how many members con nue to support the Club for decades a er joining. Accordingly, we recognise those who have been members for 25 years with the presenta on 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 presenta ons are made at our Members Quarterly Mee ngs, but we thought it more fi ng to pin the badge on Ian at our first post-Covid bushwalk to Granite Creek in Mogo State Forest. That par cular 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 Na onal Park. Unfortunately this Na onal 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 Commi ee Members at our Annual General Mee ngs. He is one of those valuable members who has made a significant contribu on 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 compe on will be ar st 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 exhibi on 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

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 Vol 16 September 15th 2017 comfortable she enjoys her chin rubs and lying in the sun in her Vol 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 outdoor cat enclosure. Sheba is 10 years old. She is microchipped, vaccinated, wormed, flea and ck treated. Her adop on fee is $100. If you think Sheba is the pet for you, phone Animal Welfare League NSW, Eurobodalla Branch on 0410 016 612 (Rehoming Organisa on Number R251000222)

Murramarang South Coast Walk Project Update Environmental assessments

The Review of Environmental Factors (REF) to inform the alignment and construc on 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 ac vity, documents the likely impacts of the proposed ac vity on the environment and details safeguard and mi ga on measures to be implemented. In September 2021, the Biodiversity and Conserva on Division of the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment considered the public submissions and recommended that the ac vity outlined in the REF proceed, subject to condi ons. The condi ons of approval include, the requirement for a Construc on Environment Management Plan, a Visitor Monitoring Program a Threatened Shorebird Monitoring Plan, and an Opera on Environmental Management Plan be developed to address the recommenda ons of the REF. See the final Review of Environmental Factors and the Determina on No ce and on the website for further informa on.

Construc on update Ini al construc on work is expected to commence in the coming months, and we will keep you informed when this begins. The priority construc on works will be to reinstate the walking track areas near Pre y Beach that were impacted by the 2019 -20 bushfires.

Community Free talks on children's language development

Parents and carers can learn more about how to Vol 16 September 15th 2017 Vol 28 December 7th, 2017 Vol 48 April 27th 2018 encourage their child’s language skills at talks in 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 na onal 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 interac on, support mul lingual children through reading and what to do if their child is having difficul es 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 applica on form and upload portal for audi on recordings is now available on our website www.stcecilia.org.au/audi ons. Because of the changed arrangements and the new process, applica ons will now be accepted up to 5.00pm on Friday 5 November. Twelve prizes totalling $5700 in value will be awarded to par cipants between the ages of 8 and 18 (two divisions) in classical and contemporary music. These scholarships have tradi onally 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 restric ons we have moved the concert to Sunday 5 December commencing at 3.00pm ,s ll at the beau ful St Bernard's Church, Batehaven. Mark that date in your diary now.

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