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Welcome to this week’s editorial, In a week of poli cal noise, ego, lies, innuendos, controversy and random tackling of children the quite achievers once again nearly passed unno ced. This week is Na onal Volunteer Week, Australia’s largest annual celebra on of volunteering. As part of the Na onal event the Eurobodalla Council hosts an occasion that recognises “Local Hero” who have been nominated by friends, family and members of the public for their service to the community. I have been fortunate to have been nominated every year since the event began in 2018. I am humbled by the nomina on and see it as a nomina on for The Beagle with me as its dedicated servant. At each event the nominees are introduced with an overview of their accomplishments. And as their lists of accomplishments are read you recognise the incredible individual role each has played in delivering the community that we enjoy today. The nomina ons are diverse. Sports, arts, community ini a ves that required tenacity that delivered outcomes we would not have had otherwise. Over four years of the Local Hero awards I have had the privilege to meet sixty or more of our local heroes and learn more of their passion for community and why they step forward to volunteer. But for four years I have been very much aware of the countless others who could equally be in the room receiving a cer ficate of apprecia on for the hundreds, if not thousands of hours they have spent giving back to their community. While it is Na onal Volunteers Week and a me to stop and celebrate our volunteers I believe that every day presents an opportunity to stop and reflect at the incredible role volunteerism plays in our community. In days of old it was the sportsfields, the tennis courts, the picnic tables, cycleways, the playgrounds and the halls that were built by volunteers from funds raised. We have skateparks, spor ng facili es, museums, historical walks, botanic gardens, meals on wheels, disabled ac vi es, markets, community gardens, to name but a few, that have all come about because of the passion of a group who believe life might be richer if they give it a try. So to all of those not in the room this week to receive a 2022 Local Hero cer ficate, to all of those volunteers, past and present, who have added to the richness of our community, I say thank you. The Beagle is widely used by so many of our volunteers to celebrate what they achieve. It is their stories, their passions and their ac vi es, that add to the warp and we of who we are. Not everyone is in a posi on to volunteer their me. It takes commitment and quite o en funds for petrol and the like. If you do have the opportunity give it a go. A warning though… it is highly rewarding. A ending the Local Hero award this year was made all the more special for me. I had nominated Norm Moore of Moruya for recogni on of the wonderful historic legacy he now leaves behind having passed away just recently at 92. Norm’s wife, Helen, was there to receive his well deserved, posthumous recogni on. A er the ceremony Helen told me she had something from Norm in the car that he wanted me to have. It was a signboard the Norm had commissioned for The Beagle that is now proudly displayed in the office. A par ng gi from a “quiet achiever”. Thanks Norm. Un l next—lei

Community Dr Jenny Munro AM Eurobodalla’s Local Hero

There’s few who would disagree that the Narooma community is a be er place to live because of Dr Jenny Munro AM. The wellloved former GP, volunteer and philanthropist was today named Eurobodalla’s 2022 Local Hero at a ceremony at the Eurobodalla Regional Botanic Garden.

Dr Munro’s dedica on to service didn’t slow when she re red from medicine a er working in the Narooma community since the 1970s. Now president of the Narooma Chamber of Commerce, she has organised mul ple events that celebrate community spirit, bringing people together a er bushfires and lockdowns and honouring local achievement. Her Lighthouse Founda on provides scholarships for local students to study medicine, and her support for Indigenous students is notable. In receiving the award, a “shocked” Dr Munro said she’d had a wonderful career, but had also enjoyed community work without the professional barrier that comes with being a GP. “I thought once my career was over this was an opportunity to put back into the community,” she said. “I haven’t done anything I haven’t loved. I just want to stay well enough to keep on doing it.” There were 14 nominees for the Local Hero Award, a Eurobodalla Council ini a ve that honours people in the community who regularly go above and beyond during Na onal Volunteer Week. This year in addi on to the winner, Norm Moore, Kathryn Maxwell and Peter Ryan received highly commended awards. Mr Moore was posthumously commended for his work in passionately researching, compiling, and presen ng Moruya’s rich history for decades. Ms Maxwell was commended for her commitment to transi oning Eurobodalla to a low carbon economy and building climate resilience through the South Coast Health and Sustainability Alliance. Mr Ryan was recognised for his dedica on to rugby union in Batemans Bay for the past 30 years and his reless work as a volunteer during the fires. Eurobodalla Mayor Mathew Hatcher – himself named Local Hero in 2020 - praised all the nominees. “It warms me so much to be among people in this community who put their hands up constantly. Your nomina on today is a testament to all the work you do for the shire and the people in it,” he said. “We’ll con nue to work together to leave a legacy of op mism for the genera ons to come.” Mayor Hatcher also paid tribute to and thanked the freshly minted members of Council’s advisory commi ees, who were invited to a end the event. They will volunteer their me to represent the community’s views to Council in the areas of Aboriginal culture, disability inclusion, coastal and environmental management, heritage and public art, as well as those who provide independent oversight of Council processes through the audit, risk and improvement commi ee.

Above:: Eurobodalla Mayor Mathew Hatcher presented much-loved Narooma GP and now community volunteer Dr Jenny Munro AM with the 2022 Eurobodalla Local Hero Award on Wednesday.

The migra on of humpback whales near NSW coast takes place between May and November each year, with the start of the whale watching season now in full swing. The season can be split into two parts depending on the direc on of travel for the majority of whales during this me. During the northern migra on, the Humpbacks head north between May and August mostly to give birth and to mate in the Coral Sea waters. At this me of year, they swim con nuously at 5–9 km/h and have regular surface intervals. During the southern migra on, the whales head south from mid-August to November to return to the Antarc c feeding ground for the southern hemisphere summer. When they move southwards, they can swim for hours in any direc on at a me, with less regular surface intervals. On the water is one of the best places to witness whales and their annual migra on. It is important to understand, however, that whales are wild animals and that whale watching carries with it dangers both to humans, as the observers, and to the whales themselves. In June last year, two fishermen off Narooma were injured, one cri cally, when a whale breached and landed on the boat they were travelling in, and each year there are many close encounters. If you're on a powered or non-powered water vessel such as a boat, sur oard, surf ski or kayak, then you need to maintain a distance of at least 100m from any whale, and 300m if a calf is present. For all water vessels, a distance of between 100m and 300m is established as the 'cau on zone'. In this zone, vessels must travel at a constant slow speed and leave a negligible wake. It’s also important to assess the direc on that the whales are traveling in, and then plan the best course of ac on. If using a 'prohibited vessel' (that is, a vessel that can make fast and erra c movements and not much noise under water such as a Jet Ski or parasail boat), then the distance increases to at least 300m from any whale. There is also to be no wai ng in front of any whale, or approaching from behind. Following these rules helps ensure your safety out on the water, and ensures that the whales are not distressed by the presence of humans around them. For more informa on, visit the Na onal Parks and Wildlife Service: www.na onalparks.nsw.gov.au/wild-about-whales

Community Council and EPA to remove fish from sunken Eden vessel

Bega Valley Shire Council and the NSW Environmental Protec on Agency are working to safely remove fish waste from a trawler that sank at Eden Wharf in April. Approximately 50 tonnes of salmon fish waste are planned to be extracted from the vessel over the coming days, aiming for Sunday 22 and Monday 23 May pending availability of specialist equipment. The extracted fish waste will be taken to the Eden Waste and Recycling Facility for ini al processing and then transported in a water ght semi-trailer to a specialised processing facility outside of the Bega Valley. Eden residents may no ce an odour during passage of the fish waste through town, and while it is being processed at the waste and recycling facility. Some residents have apparently no ced an odour in recent days following the re-floa ng of the trawler in prepara on for a salvage opera on. Bega Valley Shire Council is working closely with the NSW Environmental Protec on Agency, the Port Authority of NSW and Cleanaway to ensure protec on of local environments and minimal disrup on to the community during this process.

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Eurobodalla Council is partnering with La Trobe University and Pallia ve Care NSW to explore how the end-of -life experience for residents can be improved.

The Council is one of the first local governments to partner with La Trobe on its Healthy End of Life Project, which gathers evidence to inform pallia ve care and ul mately looks to shi community culture around death and dying. Eurobodalla Council’s community care service manager Sally Pryor said talking about death and dying, and asking for support, could be challenging for many. “Early La Trobe research found that people caring for someone approaching the end of their life did not o en ask for help from friends and family, and when help was offered, they did not or were reluctant to accept,” she said. “People didn’t want to ‘be a burden’ and thought that death and dying was a ‘private ma er’ and that ‘needing support’ could be perceived as ‘not coping’. “This needs to change, but first we need to find out what informa on and services already exist in the shire, understand what a healthy end of life looks like for our community; and also raise community awareness around this important phase of our lives.” While this stage of the project explores what exists and future opportuni es, Council is offering three free community sessions during Na onal Pallia ve Care Week to start the conversa on. Presented by Carolyn Vaughan from La Trobe University’s School of Psychology and Public Health at Moruya’s Mechanics Ins tute, the sessions suit agencies and residents who want to be er understand how pallia ve care fits into end of life, whether they need now or might in the future. Tuesday 24 May, 10am-12pm - What is

Pallia ve Care? Tuesday 24 May, 1-3pm - Create comfort for your loved one Wednesday 25 May, 10am-12pm - My Collabora ve Care Plan

Bookings through Eventbrite are essen al. An online survey is available for those unable to a end the workshops but who wish to have input into the broader project. For more informa on about the Healthy End of Life Project, including the online survey, visit h ps://www.esc.nsw.gov.au/council/ major-projects/current-projects/planningrecrea on-business/healthy-end-of-life-project

Community iAccelerate Rise Program applica ons open un l Friday 27 May in Eurobodalla.

I N I T I A T I V E T O B O O S T E C O N O M I C R E S I L I E N C E , C R E A T E J O BS I N B U S H F I R E - A F F E C T R E G I O N S Eurobodalla is the first region to benefit from iAccelerate’s targeted educa on program, to help local businesses and entrepreneurs bring their ideas to frui on. iAccelerate Rise is an eight-week business and idea accelerate program culmina ng in a Public Pitch event at UOW Batemans Bay Campus. Chris Petersilge, Ecosystem Evangelist at iAccelerate, said that the Rise entrepreneur support program will increase economic resilience in the Eurobodalla region and boost employment and business opportuni es for young people. “There is excitement in the Eurobodalla Shire for this unique and proven idea and business educa on program. It is for both: people with a business idea to develop; and for business owners who have a new product or a new direc on for their business.” Mr Petersilge said. “Importantly – this program is only being delivered now – in one week’s me. Applica ons close 27 May. This is your opportunity – if you have the drive and the energy to accelerate your business idea and business development – this program will relate.” Mr Petersilge explained that this is not your usual business program and the aim is to vitalise and realise the idea, business poten al or project. “Having launched the Bega Valley Innova on Hub in NSW’s Far South Coast, iAccelerate is familiar with the challenges and opportuni es faced with suppor ng regional entrepreneurs. With over a decade of crea ng new industries and over 900 jobs in Wollongong, we’re ready to bring this model created in the Bega Valley to more bushfire-affected areas.”

To apply for Rise 8 week program – with applica ons closing 27 May More informa on – www.iaccelerate.com.au/rise The program was developed in consulta on with Eurobodalla Shire Council and in speaking to the local community. iAccelerate is one of 195 local community projects suppor ng economic or social recovery, strengthening resilience and delivering ongoing community benefit to bushfire-affected communi es in NSW to receive Stage 2 BLER funding.

Community Na onal Volunteer Week - The Perfect Time To Put Your Hand Up And Join The Marine Rescue NSW Team

It's Na onal Volunteer Week, and there's no be er me to take the plunge and join Marine Rescue as a volunteer. Our 3,200 dedicated and skilled members are amazing, heading out each and every day to save lives on the water. Last year alone over 4,200 rescues were performed, bringing nearly 10,000 boaters safely to shore. If you've ever considered becoming a crew member, radio operator or helping out in one of our many support roles, then this is the perfect me! Head to h ps://www.marinerescuensw.com.au/ become-a-volunteer/ for more informa on, or contact your local Marine Rescue unit.

community Going gangbusters over Ganggangs

Eurobodalla’s Gang-gang enthusiasts had some recent expert help when hotshot woodland bird specialist Laura Rayner made a flying visit from Canberra. Having spent the past decade researching threatened bird species, Dr Rayner said Gang-gang cockatoos had declined by 69 per cent since the turn of the century and were listed as endangered. “Researchers are coordina ng projects to secure the Gang-gang’s future,” Dr Rayner said. “The money is always scarce but this project has been very collabora ve – researchers, government staff, ci zen scien sts and community groups.” Biologist Susan Rhind and Eurobodalla Council’s natural resources supervisor Courtney Fink-Downes run a project to build and site ar ficial breeding hollows for Gang-gangs in the shire. “We’ve located natural hollows where Gang-gangs have shown interest and installed 32 scien fically designed nest tubes in areas nearby. We want to know if they will use these,” Dr Rhind said. “It appears there are currently Gang-gang hotspots; South Durras, Long Beach, Mogendoura, North Narooma and Tilba – with Broulee, Tomakin, Mossy Point really busy, they love the coastal wa le there. “We’ve got lots of records of birds showing interest in a hollow, but it doesn’t mean they are breeding there. That’s where we rely on Laura’s knowledge.” Dr Rayner has been collec ng data from natural Gang-gang nes ng hollows in the Canberra region and can determine if any hollows here were actually used for breeding. “Unless we see the chicks in the nest, it’s hard to determine if a tree hollow has been used for breeding. One indicator is woodchips in the hollow, where the adults have chewed up wood to create a comfortable nest lining.” Dr Rayner said data about Gang-gang breeding was very limited, “it’s hard to find nes ng sites, so when we do, we measure everything we can,” she said. Dr Rhind agreed. “We don’t even know where Gang-gangs go or whether they stay here with us on the coast during the winter,” she said. “The word is that they spend their winters in ‘the mountains’. We need our great Gang-gang watchers to tell us if this is true. So for the next two months we want to hear of any Gang-gang sigh ngs in the Eurobodalla, because suddenly it will be July and they will again be out looking for nest sites - and we are obsessively interested in finding those.” The team hopes to learn more in the next part of the project. “That involves working with landowners who may have Gang-gangs nes ng on their proper es, and working with interested people happy to report sigh ngs, watch tree hollows and the already installed nest tubes. We’d like to monitor the nest-tubes for five years,” Dr Rhind said. “This is ci zen science at its best and we’re always looking for more people to be involved.” To report Gang-gang sigh ngs send an email with details to Ganggangfarsouthcoast@gmail.com or record your sigh ng on iNaturalist, including the date, me, place (la tude and longitude) if you can, as well as the number of Gang-gangs seen. For more informa on on the Gang-gang nest tube project contact Council’s Courtney Fink-Downes on 4474 7493.

community First responders urge motorists to ‘drive so others survive’

They’re the people in our community most hope to never need. Eurobodalla’s first responders have joined forces for Na onal Road Safety Week to urge the community to ‘drive so others survive’. Every year about 1,200 people are killed on Australian roads, and another 44,000 seriously injured.

Above: Representa ves from Batemans Bay Fire and Rescue, South Coast Police District and Batemans Bay Rural Fire Service are urging the Traffic road trauma injury is community to ‘drive so others survive’ for Na onal Road Safety Week the biggest killer of Australian children under 15 and the second-biggest killer of all Australians aged between 15 and 24. Eurobodalla Council’s road safety officer Kate McDougall said that despite it being preventable, these numbers were growing every year. “When you’re driving, chances are the last thing you’re thinking about is what could go wrong,” she said. “No one wants to be involved in a crash – but it happens when people don’t follow the basic rules. “This Na onal Road Safety Week we want to see all drivers commit to never using their phone behind the wheel, never speeding, and never driving while red or under the influence of drugs or alcohol.” Na onal Road Safety Week runs 15-22 May. Take the pledge at h ps://roadsafetyweek.com.au/

Keep an eye open for this intrepid traveller! Richard Van Pijlen has set himself the daun ng task of walking from the Northern Beaches of NSW to Perth in WA! And he isn’t even taking the shortest route! Richard is walking the 4000 kilometres to his des na on, taking the coast roads via Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. The journey is a personal challenge that he has set himself and his goal is to raise money for Landcare. The money he raises will go to bush regenera on and for crea ng wildlife corridors. He is pictured here at his first stop in the Eurobodalla at the East Lynn store. Over the next few days, he will be pressing on, down the coast towards Melbourne. He has been overwhelmed by the warmth and generosity of the Australians he has met on his journey already. He says, “It is an amazing experience! People have just been so wonderful at every encounter”. Richard’s fund raiser can be found at his Instagram page: Freewayricardo

community Community invited to review updated forest management plans

Community members are invited to review and provide feedback on updated forest management plans for the so wood planta ons and coastal hardwood forests managed by Forestry Corpora on of NSW. Sandra Madeley, Forest Management System Specialist for Forestry Corpora on’s Hardwood Forests Division, said the forest management plans would be on public display un l 30 June and welcomed community feedback. “Forestry Corpora on has been appointed to manage two million hectares of State forests in NSW for mul ple uses, including environmental conserva on, tourism and recrea on, and renewable mber produc on,” Ms Madeley said. “We do this in line with very detailed regula ons, including Regional Forest Agreements, which are long-term agreements between the State and Commonwealth Governments, various Commonwealth and NSW legisla on, and our independent cer fica on to the Australian Standard for Sustainable Forest Management – Responsible Wood. “These policies, regula ons and frameworks set out the framework for sustainable forest management in State forests. They detail what forest management and mber produc on ac vi es can take place, as well as where and how they are conducted, and include monitoring and repor ng requirements. “Our forest management plans have been developed to align with these policies and regula ons. They summarise our ac vi es as well as the systems, processes and procedures we maintain that ensure we con nue to manage forests sustainably. “The principle underpinning our forest management is con nuous improvement, and our forest management plans describe our commitment to planning, monitoring and adap ng our ac vi es in response to new informa on so that we con nually improve our prac ces, processes and outcomes in the forest.” David Lale, Forest Management System Specialist for Forestry Corpora on’s So wood Planta ons Division, said the forest management plans are reviewed and put on public display for input every five years. “The agencies responsible for the forest management rules, regula ons and frameworks engage with the community while developing them and during periodic reviews, and Forestry Corpora on must ensure our forest management plans reflect and implement government policy and regula ons,” Mr Lale said. “Key changes since the previous plan reflect regulatory changes made by Governments since the last plan. These include the renewal of Regional Forest Agreements, the transi on to the current na ve forestry regula ons – the Coastal Integrated Forestry Opera ons Approval, and amendments to the Forestry Act 2012 to allow for poten al renewable energy produc on within so wood planta ons. The plans also reflect the impact of the 2019-20 fires, which impacted large areas of State forests. “We welcome the community’s input and feedback and invite people to visit our website to find out more.” To view the forest management plans, ask ques ons, or make a submission, visit www.forestrycorpora on.com.au.

Consulta on extended and more opportuni es to talk with the project team Transport has received feedback that the community would like further opportuni es and more me to talk with the project team and to ask ques ons about the three shortlisted bypass op ons. In response to this they have extended the consulta on period to 13 June 2022 and will provide addi onal opportuni es to meet with the project team, including a session in Batemans Bay at the Markets in the Corrigan's Beach Reserve on Beach Road at Batehaven.

Meet the project team For general project ques ons pop down and talk with a member of the team, we'll be at the following markets:

Moruya Country Market – Saturday 28 May Moruya Country Market – Saturday 4 June Batemans Bay Market – Sunday 5 June

Have your say Transport is currently seeking feedback on the Purple, Orange and Yellow corridors for the Moruya bypass. Use the ‘Map my Comment’ tool to tell them what you like and don’t like about the three corridors. Feedback can also be provided by comple ng their online survey. h ps://princeshighway.nsw.gov.au/ nsw/phu/moruyabypass As part of the social and economic study for the project, Transport would also like to be er understand how the community live and work around the Moruya town centre. Complete their 'Town Centre' survey and/or their 'Business' survey to help them get a be er understanding about your community now and into the future. Feedback closes 13 June 2022.

community Construc on cancelled on Bodalla pedestrian facility

Transport for NSW has cancelled its inten ons to build a controversial pedestrian facility on the Princes Highway at Bodalla following community concerns regarding the loca on and more specifically, the design of the facility. Transport for NSW, having informed the community of a start date without undertaking any meaningful consulta on, were invited to a end a Bodalla mee ng at the CWA Hall so that they could hear firsthand what the community and the business thought of the design and to see the dissa sfac on that was held around the consulta on and design process. Following a unanimous vote to not proceed with the flawed design Transport for NSW advise they will no longer be going ahead with the planned pedestrian facility on the Princes Highway. “We would like to thank the community members for a ending the recent dropin session and sharing their thoughts and concerns on the proposed loca on and design of the pedestrian facility,” the spokesperson said. “We know this can be a busy thoroughfare, par cularly on weekends and during school holidays, and we are commi ed to improving the safety of the Princes Highway for all transport users. “Transport for NSW will con nue to monitor the safety of the area and explore op ons with the Eurobodalla Shire Council to improve pedestrian safety and connec vity in Bodalla.” To assist Transport NSW and Council in their "explora on" of op ons the Bodalla Business Owners will be revisi ng the Bodalla Town Plan and Council's Pathway Strategy whilst informing the Council of their overall vision for the township that includes pedestrian safety.

Above: the message was clear to the two Transport NSW representa ves "All those not in favour of the design" which was to remove key parking spots on the highway, install an island, divert traffic to within metres of a major pedestrian area and construct a raised concrete path within the road pavement as a kneejerk effort to provide

Men’s Table offers mateship, support

A new social gathering in Eurobodalla is offering a safe space for blokes to share a meal and the highs and lows of life with a group of mates. An ini a ve of na onal organisa on The Men’s Table, the monthly get togethers create a unique environment in which men can openly share about their lives and its challenges with others whom they can come to trust and respect. The ini al local Men’s Table was held in partnership with Eurobodalla Council as part of its bushfire recovery work and is funded by Resilience NSW. Eurobodalla Council’s community recovery officer Linda Wilton said in November 2021 that the group could help provide a sense of belonging, peer support and camaraderie that is o en lacking for many men, even those who may already have a group of friends. “We know that men are more likely to experience loneliness than women, and that men are reluctant to seek support,” she said. “We’re glad to be able to support The Men’s Table to help it get established in our area. “Rela onships are key to resilience and thriving. The Men’s Table works to improve men’s mental health, by helping men build meaningful male friendships and community belonging as safe places to share, overcoming the s gma that men don’t talk.” The first Men’s Table in Eurobodalla was held at the Bodalla Arms Hotel on Wednesday 8 December, from 6.30-9pm. Men's Table south coast regional co-host Michael Collins has been working behind the scenes to assess if there is enough interest in the Eurobodalla for Men's Table to launch a Table in Batemans Bay. For more informa on or to express interest in joining, contact Michael Collins on 0450 612 358 or michael.collins@themenstable.org.

Mogo Chainsaw Opera ons Skill Set

Mogo Chainsaw Opera ons Skill Set will be run on 26 and 27 May To register for the course follow the link: h ps://bit.ly/3w2Xs9c Enrolments will close 20 May 2022, students will need two forms of ID when enrolling. First day theory training will be in Mogo. Second day prac cal training will be near Mogo. BOOK IN NOW! For more informa on: 1300 643 484 info@walanmiya.com.au

RSPCA Eurobodalla Volunteer Branch Spotlight on LUNA

Gorgeous li le Luna, a four month old Kelpie x Border Collie, is looking for a home where all the wonderful characteris cs of her breeding can shine through, such as affec on, intelligence and loyalty. Vigorous daily exercise, including lots of games for mental s mula on, will help Luna bond with her new family and keep her happy and healthy. She will also benefit from further training, where she will quickly show how smart she is! Luna is already learning lots of new things from her foster mum, but she is s ll a puppy, and can jump up when excited, so she would be best in a home with no babies or toddlers. Luna's ideal home will be one where she has company most of the me. She loves to be near people and be part of everything that is going on.

Luna really enjoys playing with other dogs, and gets on well with canines of all sizes. She has lived happily with a cat. This lovely li le girl is wai ng at Cobargo to meet her forever family. She is available for adop on in NSW and the ACT. Rehoming Organisa on number R251000223

An elec on is a great way for the community to get out, run the gauntlet of the faithful, cast their vote and then linger for a democracy sausage. Where you vote will determine the quality of that sausage experience. For weeks now groups have been preparing by tes ng the bread op ons to ensure they are not to thick, and not to thin. Each day has seen a commi ed prac ce of bu ering to the edges of the bread while volunteers argue, then agree, on sauces. YES, there MUST be mustard and hot chilli. The onions MUST be perfect as well, caramelised but not burnt and NOT lathered in sausage fat. Mediocrity and Democracy Sausages do not go together. It is a once in a blue moon occasion and should be revered.

So far the Democracy Sausage website has listed only three sites in the Eurobodalla as at 4:00pm Friday 20th:

BATEHAVEN, BATEMANS BAY HIGH SCHOOL 2 GEORGE BASS DR, BATEHAVEN, NSW 2536 sausage sizzle Entrance: Main doors to hall Entrance to grounds: Driveway off George bass Dr leading to car park Wheelchair Access: Assisted Division: Gilmore

BROULEE, BROULEE PRIMARY SCHOOL 21 CAMBRIDGE CRES, BROULEE, NSW 2537 Broulee Public School Camp Fundraiser The P&C is running the stall to raise funds for the Years 5 & 6 camp - sausage sizzle, cake stall, Cold drinks available Entrance: Main doors to hall Entrance to grounds: Main gate on Cambridge Cres Wheelchair Access: Full Division: Gilmore 8am - 3pm MORUYA, MORUYA PUBLIC SCHOOL 22 EVANS ST, MORUYA, NSW 2537 Moruya P&C Cake Stall and Sausage sizzle The P&C is raising money to fund various projects within the school with a sausage sizzle, cake stall, There will also be cookbooks for sale and a raffle. Entrance: Main doors to hall Entrance to grounds: Main gate on Evans St. Alternate entrance via pedestrian gate on Evans St

South Coast Community College is running Cert lll in Individual Support once again! Do the full qualifica on or our personalised Skill Sets. Learn prac cal skills that allow you to provide support for client care, comply with policies, follow prac ces and so much more. With this course and skill sets, they are based at our Batemans Bay campus to provide face-to-face learning! To enrol into this course and skill sets you must: - Be over 15 years of age. - Have le school. - Be an Australian or New Zealand Ci zen, permanent resident or humanitarian visa holder. - Live or work in NSW. Enquire with South Coast Community College today to find out more about how to enrol and the op ons available to you! Eurobodalla Photographic Club: Volunteers exhibi on

Eurobodalla Photographic Club: Volunteers exhibi on | Malua Bay Thursday 19 May to Wednesday 1 June 2022

Where: Malua Bay Bowling Club, 40 Sylvan Street, Malua Bay Cost: Free Celebrate Volunteers Week by exploring this exhibi on of stunning portraits of some of Eurobodalla's wonderful volunteers.

Volunteers are the backbone of our community services, providing support in areas ranging from bushfire recovery, youth cafes to hospital auxiliary. Read the stories of these people and be inspired by their energy.

Essen al Energy will shortly begin vegeta on management in the Eurobodalla Shire as part of its rou ne maintenance on more than 200,000 kilometres of powerlines covering 95% of NSW and parts of Southern Queensland. Vegeta on Manager, Mark Daley said “Keeping the power on is only possible with a safe and reliable electricity network. Managing the vegeta on that’s growing close to powerlines plays a crucial role in maintaining reliable power and community safety.” Mark said. Essen al Energy is commi ed to doing everything it can to preserve the natural environment, however some management of trees and other vegeta on is required to maintain a safe and reliable network. “Our specialist contractors do everything they can strike a balance between keeping the local trees and bushes, and maintaining reliable power supply for the community. Trees and powerlines can be a deadly combina on, with branches coming into contact with overhead powerlines posing a serious hazard to people and wildlife. There’s also the increased poten al for bushfires, damage to property, injury and unplanned power outages if contact occurs.” Mark said. Essen al Energy uses direc onal pruning techniques that remove branches growing towards a powerline and encourage re-growth away from the power network, techniques that are considered best prac ce throughout the arboriculture industry and are used by most power companies in Australia. Contractors also comply with the Essen al Energy opera onal protocols which have been developed to ensure employee, contractor and community safety during the COVID-19 pandemic, including complying with all social distancing requirements. “Our comprehensive vegeta on management program ensures minimum safety clearances are maintained between trees and overhead powerlines, while also securing a more reliable power supply. We encourage residents thinking about plan ng near powerlines to check our plan ng guide to choose the most suitable tree,” Mark said.