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DEATH. – A half-caste child named Davis, aged 2 years, died in the local Hospital on Monday from double pneumonia. SUNKEN ROCK. – Messrs. Warne and Judd, fishermen, discovered a sunken rock off Montague Island. In some quarters it is supposed to be iden cal with the one the Aughinish struck. The rock is about 35 square and carries from 12 to 14 of water. ACCIDENT. - Mr. W. Sebbens, who had two fingers of his right hand badly crushed by being jammed between a log and a chock at Mitchell’s Moggendoura Sawmill, had to have both amputated at the first joint. We are pleased to state that the injured members are healing sa sfactorily. NERRIGUNDAH. – (From our Correspondent). On the 22nd March at Nerrigundah there passed away at the ripe old age of 85 years, Charles McVeity, eldest member of that respected pioneer family of brothers, who in the early six es, when the goldfield was in its prime, came to Nerrigundah and se led down to follow mining pursuits.

The McVeity brothers were widely and favorably known for their honesty and charity, and in the early days undertook some big ventures in search of gold. One which proved a great success and found employment for many miners, was a water-race which brought water from the head of the Gulph Creek around the sides of the hills for upwards of six miles. This water was used for sluicing the alluvial deposits, by which means a large quan ty of gold was won. The deceased leaves a widow and one brother at Nerrigundah, and nieces and nephews at Wandella. Predeceased brothers were the late John, of Wandella, and Michael, of Nerrigundah. … STATE ELECTION RESULTS. – Saturday (polling day) passed off quietly and without incident in Moruya. From opening to the closing of the booth cars were engaged by the different par es in conveying voters to the seat of judgement. The polling in Moruya was very heavy, 586 votes being recorded, as against 401 on 20th March, 1920. … AUCTION SALE. – On the Farm, Turlinjah, known as P. White’s at 2 o’clock, THURSDAY, 6th APRIL: S. W. BATE has received instruc ons from the Morgagees to sell by public auc on 4 blocks; in all 186 ½ acres Freehold; parish Congo, county Dampier. Improvements – House and shed; 95 acres ringbarked; 32 acres cleared; about 150 chains fencing; small orchard; watered by Stoney Creek. Terms: - A small deposit, balance in thirty (30) years; half-yearly instalments.

arts See you at the Bas for Colour II and Yellow Works

If you’ve been missing your art fix, or wan ng to explore something new, it’s me to get down to the Bas.

Eurobodalla’s only purpose-built art space has been showcasing exquisite and poignant installa ons since 2019.

Its next offering is a joint exhibi on in which works by the late Merv Moriarty and his partner Prue Acton will sit side by side, as the ar sts did in life.Colour II con nues Moriarty’s legacy and honours his original Colour exhibi on, by showcasing the impact and influence of his teaching and entrepreneurial spirit. Yellow Works encompasses seasonal works based on Acton’s love of nature. Using so pastels she explores s ll life in various ligh ng – from paper daisies in the summer to autumn fruits and wa les. Merv Moriarty Colour II and Prue Acton Yellow Works opening night is on Friday 25 March and con nues un l Sunday 1 May. Other exhibi ons in this year’s Bas program include the Spiral Gallery Anniversary Exhibi on from 14 May to 12 June, Chris na Kennedy Collec on from 25 June to 7 August and the Li le Sellers Art Prize from 13-21 August. Eurobodalla Council’s crea ve arts officer Sue Blackburn said that with restric ons now eased, it was me to explore and see some of the na on’s best exhibi ons at the Bas. “There are so many things we have missed out on over the past few years - ge ng out and about to visit art galleries and exhibi ons is probably one of them,” she said.” The Bas serves as a major pla orm for local ar sts and touring exhibi ons. This year we’ll feature a variety of mediums from pain ng to photography, and even a virtual reality experience for local high schools and colleges.“With restric ons eased, it’s the perfect me to explore and appreciate the art and culture right on our doorstep.” The Basil Sellers Exhibi on Centre, at the corner of Vulcan and Campbell Streets, Moruya, is open Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-4pm. For more informa on on exhibi ons and coming workshops visit www.thebas.com.au

Gallery Bodalla is very pleased to open with a new exhibi on by outstanding ar st Jennifer Taylor. En tled “… dear life”, these pain ngs are about holding on for dear life to the places that we love. Working in oils, Jennifer paints with a deep respect and warmth for country, expressed with excellent tonality. The result is beau ful, strong pain ngs, that capture the changing light and caring connec on she feels with the land.

Commencing Thursday 31 March the show runs through to Sunday 1 May open Thursday to Sunday 11am to 4pm and by appointment. The exhibi on will also be available for viewing and purchase at www.gallerybodalla.com.au COVID safe prac ces: wearing a mask is a condi on of entry & numbers in the Gallery are limited to 6