Beagle Weekender Vol 284 Nov 11th 2022

Welcome to this week’s editorial, This week saw the arrival of the new Council General Manager, Warwick Winn, to the shire.

A er nine years in the seat, the old general manager stepped down, ending an era that many considered was the lowest in the history of the Eurobodalla Council, specifically in regards to the perceived toxic culture that devalued community consulta on, inclusion, openness and transparency.

We now have a new Council and a newly appointed General Manager and with that comes the hope that the mandate of Openness and Transparency that most of our Councillors elec oneered on will finally come to frui on.

The first test of this is approaching that will see the financials of the Bay Pavilion performance hopefully revealed. During the last term of Council the veil of secrecy around this facility was astounding, to the extent that Councillors had their laptops and mobile phones recalled to be trawled in an effort to determine which councillor might have leaked the name of the winning contractor to the media.

This ac on only went to prove to councillors the distrust that they were regarded with by Council execu ve. As it turned out, most embarrassingly, the informa on of the winning contractor had been obtained by a member of the general public who simply made a phone call to the winning tenderer.

Under the previous General Manager there was li le, if any, informa on forthcoming around the new Batemans Bay facility. The community were con nually directed to a flawed and outdated business case, the receipt of $8 million in pork barrelling by the NSW State Government was dismissed as a mere bagatelle, and the fact that Council had done its best to block provision of financial informa on from the community and state agencies only raised more suspicions.

But these are new days. Hopefully it will finally be revealed that the management contractor receives a set fee per month, irrespec ve of the turnstyle incomes. It is understood that the turnstyle incomes from memberships, the pool, the gym, the theatre all go into a single account from which labour, overheads and sundries are paid. If there is an amount over the monthly income then Council pays the shor all or otherwise pockets any income above costs as a dividend. This arrangement will be in place during the management contractors three year contract.

Two interes ng points are, firstly, that the same arrangements cover the Moruya and Narooma Pools. And secondly, our councillors have li le, if any knowledge of the arrangements, the financials and the projected losses that the Bay Pavilion facility is set to bring. Given the rise in electricity and the downturn in the economy it is evident that income will fall as expenses rise. And this will be the ratepayers burden.

It is expected that the facility will cost in excess of $13 million in the first three years. In basic terms the Bay Pavilions represents around 3% of Council’s total budget and is expected to run at a loss of $3.5 million per year including deprecia on.

To date the facility has been the Elephant in the Room that no-one wants to talk about. The general message is to speak only of the posi ves of the facility so as to encourage the community to use it and enjoy it. The more they do the less financial burden it might be. So the new councillors are not asking the ques ons as yet, but will they?

The telling of how the facility is dealt with, and more so, the proof of pursuit and delivery of openness and transparency by both the new General Manager and the newly elected councillors, is just around the corner.

To date there have been veils of secrecy, assorted decep ons, po-faced refusal of informa on requests, pork barrelling and threats around the facility, its actual costs and its forecast financials.

Hopefully, finally, we will be able to openly talk about the Elephant in the Room and learn just how it is operated, how much it costs to operate and what might be done to lessen the financial impact of the legacy edifice that spiralled from a heated pool for old folks into a $70 million yoke with unknown impact that noone dares enquire for fear of being told that it isn’t posi ve to do so and the community don’t need to know that level of detail.

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Changed traffic condi ons on the Tuross River Bridge, Bodalla.

Motorists are advised of changed traffic condi ons from this Sunday night on the Princes Highway at the Tuross River Bridge, Bodalla.

Transport for NSW will be conduc ng essen al maintenance on the bridge to help improve the safety and resilience of the bridge structure.

To minimise impact to traffic, work will be carried out at night between 5pm and 4am, from Sunday 13 November to Friday 25 November, weather permi ng. Work will not take place on Friday or Saturday nights.

A single lane closure, traffic control and a reduced speed limit of 40 km/h will be in place during work hours for the safety of workers and motorists.

Motorists are advised to allow an addi onal five minutes travel me, to drive to the condi ons, and to follow the direc ons of signs and traffic control.

Transport for NSW thanks motorists for their pa ence during this me.

Moruya RSL Sub Branch news

A great deal is happening at the Moruya RSL Sub Branch in the next couple of weeks.

We remind all our members our monthly mee ng is held on the third Tuesday each month so come to the RSL Memorial Hall 11 Page St Moruya next Tuesday 15th November at 2p.m for a very important mee ng.

Final arrangements will be discussed for the dedica on ceremony for our new granite memorial on the right hand side of the building with plaques to be installed before the service at 2p.m. on Saturday 19th November 2022.

These plaques remember all Defence Force members who have served Australia in many opera onal areas around the world. We have guests arriving for the service from various areas but chief among these is Rear Admiral Mark Campbell AM CSC RAN (Rtd) who will be our official guest at the ceremony for the unveiling of the plaques.

All veterans and members of the public are invited to a end as Page Street will be closed for the service. We look forward to seeing you all there

Narooma Boats Afloat Nov 11th to 13th : Grand Parade Sunday

13th Nov 2022 10.30 AM

Unfortunately the 2020 and 2021 Fes vals did not happen due to the Covid19 Pandemic but the good news is that The Narooma Boats Afloat Fes val returns November 11th to 13th.

The organisers say to the 40 or more boat owners who are now registered to a sell out weekend: "The weekend provides an ideal opportunity for tradi onal boat owners to catch up with old friends and acquaintances, to share experiences, to compare notes and to show off their hard work restoring and maintaining their treasured tradi onal boats. Our welcoming and friendly local boa ng enthusiasts will ensure par cipants enjoy the weekend on our pris ne and now famous waterways".

THE PUBLIC ARE INVITED TOO!!:

SATURDAY 12 NOVEMBER 2022:

Above: Dulcey Rose - one of Narooma’s favourites enjoying an early run on the Inlet. Image from h ps://www.facebook.com/ naroomaboatsafloat/

Roughly 11am ll 1pm - Come to the Narooma Marina in Forsters Bay and have a good s ckybeak at the boats and perhaps meet some owners and find out about the joy of owning a tradi onal boat!

11am ll 5pm nearby in the Narooma Fishing Club enjoy the MACS Art Exhibi on 12 ll 1 pm enjoy LIVE Jazz featuring the famous "JAZZ ALLEY" You can also enjoy coffee and food from the wonderful SALT CAFE at the Marina

SUNDAY 13 NOVEMBER 2022

10am - Boats depart Forsters Bay for the famous "GRAND PARADE", led this year by the winner of our Malcolm McKay Best Boat Award. The Fleet will head down the channel, under the bridge and parade around the Mill Bay Boardwalk for the crowds to see. Arrival me at the Boardwalk will depend on de and weather condi ons.

Narooma Boats Afloat is a weekend of fun for all those who love old boats when Narooma comes alive with good camaraderie and a display of wonderful boats

From clinkers and pu -pu s to launches, cruisers and yachts Narooma Boats Afloat celebrates Tradi onal Boats in all their varied forms.

Community forces Coastal Management Program to remain open for comment

A er con nued outcry by members of the community that the me allowed for response to Council's Dra Open Coast Coastal Management Program (CMP) was far to short, especially given the complexity of the issue and the fact that many affected landowners may not yet be in receipt of le ers, councillors have advised staff to put in place an extension to allow property owners more me to consider the dra 10-year strategy to protect the shire’s coastline and manage coastal hazards.

Eurobodalla property owners now have an extra two weeks to comment on Council’s Dra Open Coast Coastal Management Program (CMP).

The Dra Open Coast Coastal Management Program has been on public exhibi on since 12 October, with three well-a ended drop-in sessions for residents held last week.

So far, 45 submissions have been made by members of the public. There are $47 million worth of proposed ac ons in the CMP to address current and future coastal hazards.

Council staff will claim, as they recently did with the flawed Management Plan for Mummaga Lake, that having a cer fied CMP will allow Council to access state government funding to undertake these ac ons such as a revetment to protect Long Beach’s Bay Road, and inunda on berm to protect Surfside, and rock wall upgrades at Wharf Road and Caseys Beach.

They will most likely suggest that if the CMP, flawed or otherwise, is not adopted, then they will not be in a posi on to receive grant funding. As one Councillor has already remarked "This is blackmail in no uncertain terms".

Council advise that the dra CMP has been developed from feedback collected since 2021 sugges ng it can become an agreed strategy between the community, Council, Tradi onal Owners and state agencies. Council's primary hurdle will be in regards to the degrada on of the northern Clyde River foreshore that has resulted in Council se ng in place a domino of consequences that are based on li le more than unsubstan ated and debatable no on and a litany of inep tudes.

The closing date to have your say on the dra Open Coast Coastal Management Program is Wednesday 23 November, 2022.

Government steps up to improve regional and rural doctor and nurse shortages

A doctor or nurse prac oner who lives and works in the most remote parts of Australia will have their HELP debt wiped under legisla on being introduced by the Albanese Government today.

The legisla on introduces the incen ve for doctors and nurse prac oners to live and work in the places that need them the most by wiping or reducing their HECs/HELP debt.

It means that a doctor or nurse prac oner who lives and works in:

A remote or very remote town for a me period of half the length of their course would have their en re HELP debt wiped.

A large, medium or small rural town for a me period equal to the whole length of their course would have their en re HELP debt wiped.

An eligible place for a period of me equivalent to half the me required is eligible to half the applicable debt reduc on.

The Government expects this legisla on will a ract about 850 doctors and nurse prac oners every year. For nurse prac oners, the legisla on will go towards covering a Master’s Degree in Commonwealth supported study, a full fee-paying place, or a combina on of both.

Eligible loca ons are determined by the Modified Monash Model (below) which classifies remoteness. The measures are effec ve from 1 January 2022.

Whilst the legisla on is being introduced and requires the endorsement of Parliament the news of posi ve ac on being taken to recognise the challenge of recrui ng and retaining primary health care workers in rural and remote communi es is mely to address what has become a major issue.

The Member for Gilmore, Fiona Phillips MP said she was delighted that legisla on introduced by the Albanese Government today will help to address the GP shortage facing the South Coast.

"This legisla on means that doctors and nurse prac oners will be incen vised to live and work on the South Coast for a substan al amount of me, helping to take pressure of our struggling health system and address workforce shortages. This is great news for the South Coast,” Fiona Phillips said.

“We have been struggling with a GP shortage for far too long, pu ng our local doctors under real strain and making it harder and more expensive for local people to get primary care when they need it,” she said

The Gilmore MP said local healthcare workers have raised the need to improve incen ves for a rac ng doctors to our towns with her for years, and the Albanese Government has listened.

“Zero HECS debt is a strong incen ve for a young graduate to build their career here on the beau ful South Coast."

Above: Fiona Phillips with local owners of Shoalhaven Family Medical Centres

Carers Accommoda on At The New Eurobodalla Hospital At Moruya

By Secretary of the Carers Accommoda on Eurobodalla

Cornish.

When in an emergency, in an unfamiliar place, ge ng accommoda on can bring carers to near breaking point.

When in hospital having someone who cares nearby reduces emo onal stress.

For the new Eurobodalla Regional Hospital at Moruya, NSW Health is providing land on hospital grounds for Carers Accommoda on. The building will be paid for by money raised from the community.

This is what has happened in other NSW Regional Hospitals such as Bega, Albury Wodonga and Port Macquarie. Without community funding there will not be Carers Accommoda on.

Carers Accommoda on Eurobodalla Regional Hospital Inc, CAERH has been inspirated by Bega Hospital’s CCASE which has two buildings with motel style units. Each unit has 6 bedrooms with an ensuite bathroom and a communal kitchen and lounge.

Government grants covered about half the cost and community fundraising paid the other half. Bega’s cost was $2.3 million however due to cost increases CAERH will likely be more. The CAERH interim commi ee is calling for expressions of interest from community minded people with experience working on community projects to join CAERH.

A variety of skills are needed – planning, project management and fundraising.

Photo: Map of new Eurobodalla Regional Hospital. Carers Accommoda on will be above the car park.

Nomina on forms for the steering commi ee are available from the secretary and must be registered by Wednesday 9th of November. Posi ons without nomina ons will be called from the floor. If you wish to a end or be nominated please contact the Secretary below. Just two stories of the help that Carers Accommoda on can give.

Di Finney of Moruya talked of her experience at CCASE, ‘Recently I had an opera on. I was going to take the bus down to Bega Hospital but my daughter offered to take me down and stay at CCASE. She was five

Regional Hospital Inc, (CAERH) Shirley Hayes-

Photo: Bega Hospital’s Carers Accommodation. A model to be adapted for Moruya.

minutes away, talked to me in the evening and went back to her room to work. The next morning she was there to talk to the doctors and take me home’.

‘It made something I was dreading into something really quite nice. To be able to talk with her about what the doctors said gave me a be er understanding of what I needed to do.’

Ka e Finney said ‘Since birth we have had yearly trips to Sydney Children’s Hospital for surgery. It is difficult being away from work, at mes my husband has had to stay at home with the other children and so I was there alone. But this was made easier by being able to stay nearby.’

The establishment of CAERH has been through NSW Health and the Moruya Rotary Club. The interim commi ee has been supported by Batemans Bay and Narooma Rotary and Batemans Bay Lions. NSW Health also has a representa ve and there is two from ECCC – Eurobodalla Community Consulta ve Commi ee.

The AGM will establish a steering commi ee to begin this four to five year project. It aims to have wide community par cipa on as a number of skills are required. Sub-commi ees will be established for specific purposes such as fundraising, construc on and publicity. Posi ons on the steering commi ee will be flexible so that members can come and leave during the length of the project.

AGM November 16th November 12 noon

For any enquiries and nomina on forms for the AGM please contact the Secretary of CAERH: Shirley Hayes Cornish on 0419 404 220 or CAERH22@gmail.com.

Alkira Lodge - Pa ent Accommoda on—Wollongong

Alkira Lodge provides low cost accommoda on in a home environment for adult cancer and renal pa ents a ending the Wollongong Hospital as outpa ents.

The facility has 14 rooms including double and single accommoda on, and one family unit. Some rooms have an ensuite. Residents must be ambulant and self caring. Preference is given to cancer and renal pa ents and their rela ves. Rela ves may only be accommodated if a room is available.

For transport to Alkira from the Shoalhaven area contact NSW Cancer Council 4225 3660. Dona ons are gratefully accepted.

Charges may be covered by DVA or Isolated Pa ents Transport Assistance Scheme (IPTAAS).

Photo Ka e and Pryor Finney

Aussie Embroidery & Workwear

Moruya named as a na onal finalist

Aussie Embroidery & Workwear of Moruya has made it as a finalist in the 2022 The Australian Women's Small Business Champion Awards in the category of Specialised Retail Small Business

Judges represen ng a variety of industries shortlisted all entrants into Na onal Finalists for each category.

A er all entries were considered, the na onal finalists were invited to the Na onal Gala Presenta on Evening that will be held at The Star, Sydney on November 12th.

The Australian Women's Small Business Champion Awards "celebrate the enormous contribu on that women make every day to the na on. It is an opportunity to profile your story; to share with the world your own passion and commitment to excellence and opportunity".

Nature Coast Dragon Boat Club report:

Two fun fuelled days of compe on at the Pan Pacific Masters Games 2022. Silver medal on day 1 in the Womens 500m 55+.

Gold medal today in the Womens 200m 55+. The men ba led hard & made it into an opens final against very tough compe on.

Great team spirit & memories made!

We are looking forward to the 4.8km races tomorrow & we are in the womens & opens

.......woo hoo!

Quota Club Narooma Inc. 35 Years Serving The Community

On Saturday 29 October 2022, current Quota Members, Past Governors, Past Presidents, Past Members, Partners and friends joined together to celebrate the Narooma Quota Club being part of the local community for 35 years.

Club Narooma provided the perfect venue in the Montague Room and Ma Dent, musician, provided the entertainment. The theme for the evening was ‘The 80’s’ and the Montague Room looked quite the part with many Quota Members dressed up accordingly, ready to party.

President Sue Fahey and Vice President Stephanie Hancock were the Emcees and kept everything running smoothly. One formal part of the evening was the presenta on of the Margaret Saker OAM Award for 2022.

Margaret is remembered with great fondness by Quota Members and was well known in Narooma for her community service. The Margaret Saker OAM Award for 2022 was presented to Maureen Young by Trevor Saker, one of Margaret’s sons, who had travelled from Victoria. Maureen’s commitment to

Quota Narooma is excep onal. She is a Charter Member and has given 35 years of con nuous service to the Quota Club.

A beau ful Birthday Cake was provided by the ABC Bakery to celebrate the 35 years of Quota Club Narooma Inc. Charter Member Maureen Young and Past District Governor and President Dawn Bickford cut the cake.

To help everyone remember the last 35 years, a Power Point Presenta on of photos was shown, going all the way back to 1987 right up un l 2022.

As Quotarians, it is these special mes of celebra on that are important. Spending me with the friends we have made, not just doing service in the community, but enjoying the fun mes too.

Our Quota mo o always is “WE SHARE.”

Should you wish to know more about Quota and are interested in joining, please contact Michelle Wilson on 0401 623 711

“The Quota Club Narooma Inc. is a non-profit organisa on suppor ng the social wellbeing of local communi es, par cularly women, children, the deaf, hard of hearing, and speech impaired”

The Big Red Kidney Bus in in Batemans Bay un l December

10th

The Big Red Kidney holiday dialysis bus for haemodialysis pa ents is now taking bookings for 2023 holiday des na ons in Victoria and NSW! Book your seat and create special memories away with loved ones.

The Big Red Kidney Bus in in Batemans Bay un l December 10th.

While many who take advantage of the bus chose to stay at the park it is not required to do so and the bus is available to those who might be staying elsewhere locally with friends and family.

Should you have further ques ons, please call our team on 1800 454 363 (op on 3) or email bigredkidneybus@kidney.org.au

The bus travels to amazing loca ons across New South Wales and Victoria so that those in need of haemodialysis can enjoy a well-deserved holiday whilst s ll receiving treatment.

Bateman’s Bay, NSW (Monday 7 November - Saturday 10 December)

BOOKINGS OPEN

Batemans Bay is great base for exploring the Eurobodalla region along ancient pathways, strolling along beaches and encountering some of Australia’s famous wildlife. For adventure seekers, water sports are popular too such as swimming, surfing, kayaking and fishing. And foodies will relish the local produce and delicious seafood including their famous oysters!

The Bus will be parked at From Monday 7 November - Saturday 10 December Big4 Bateman's Bay Beach Resort 51 Beach Road, Batemans Bay W: h ps://beachresort.com.au/ P: 1800 217 533

A Very Special Event

The Jan Preston Duo is returning to Moruya for one show only, being held in the Monarch Beer Garden on Saturday 19 November at 4.00 pm.

Jan, known internationally as the Queen of the Boogie Woogie Piano, is a former patron of the Moruya Jazz Festival which she remembers with fondness.

Jan Preston has a reputation as an astonishing piano player with a rich resonant voice who is a magnetic live performer. ABC Music’s Winner of 5 Music Awards for her CDs and soundtracks, she plays festivals and concerts throughout Australia, NZ and Europe, tours her own shows, writes music for lm and TV, and composes and performs for Silent Movies.

We are very lucky to have Jan appearing in Moruya once again.

Cost is just $25, ($20 for concession card holders and students). The right money would be most appreciated. Tickets are available at the door from 3.30 pm.

Drinks must be purchased from the Monarch Bar but food may be brought in from elsewhere.

Additional Information: Dianne Grigson dgrigson@ipbaustralia.com 0402 472 602

Batemans Bay Community Facilitator

6 month contract, 0.4 FTE per week

Work from home and in the community

This role will support FRRR’s Inves ng in Rural Community Futures (IRCF) program in the Batemans Bay area. A posi on descrip on can be downloaded from the FRRR website at www.frrr.org.au/ working with us.

Applica ons addressing the key selec on criteria will be accepted un l COB 28th November 2022 via email to info@frrr.org.au with subject line Batemans Bay Community Facilitator.

Previous applicants need not apply Enquiries to Carolyn Ardler email c.ardler@frrr.org.au

REDcycle program to temporarily pause - Do NOT put so plas cs in recycling bin

The REDcycle so plas cs recycling scheme that has been opera ng at major supermarkets including Woolworths and Coles has been suspended with the company running the program saying it can no longer offload the material to recyclers.

REDcycle advise:

REDcycle regrets to announce that it will temporarily pause its so plas cs collec on program from 9 November 2022. REDcycle and its partners are commi ed to having the program back up and running as soon as possible.

Why is the program pausing?

Consumer recycling of so plas c has grown exponen ally in recent years, with a 350% increase in plas c returned since 2019. However, due to several unforeseen challenges exacerbated by the pandemic, REDcycle’s recycling partners have temporarily stopped accep ng and processing so plas cs. This combina on has put untenable pressure on the REDcycle business model.

What should I do with my so plas c now?

For the short term, consumers are encouraged to put their so plas cs in their home rubbish bin Please do not put it in your home kerbside recycling bin (unless the Curby program is available in your area) as it is not recyclable in that system.

How long is the program paused for?

We can’t confirm at this stage the length of the pause, but we can assure you that all stakeholders are working on solu ons for the short-term pipeline imbalance.

REDcycle and retail partners are commi ed to having the program back up and running as soon as possible. Since REDcycle launched 10 years ago, Founder Liz Kasell wanted to do the right thing for the community and for the planet. She started this program, as a mum from her kitchen table as when looking at a bag of peas and she asked why on earth can’t this be recycled? Through this program her goal has been to enable and empower people in the community, just like her, to make a posi ve impact on the environment.

Since we started, with your support we have diverted 5.4 billion pieces of so plas c entering landfill and our natural environments.

South Coast Community Colleges has Summer Skills funding available for these

skill sets:

 Statement of A ainment in Individual Support (Communica on and Empowerment of Older Power)

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- Statement of A ainment in First Aid

- Statement of A ainment in Individual Support

CHCSS00081 - Introduc on to Disability Skill Set

CHCSS00097 Individual Support - Ageing Support Skill Set

To receive these courses fee free, you must meet this criteria: aged 16-24 not enrolled into school an Australian ci zen, permanent resident, Australian humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand ci zen Currently living in NSW

If you are interested in more informa on about these courses, please enquire with our administra on on 02 4472 9202 or visit the website www.southcoastcolleges.edu.au

The Shed welcomes males over eighteen with the aim to provide a safe place to be involved in joint projects, snooker, photography, cards, table tennis etc or just have a cuppa and a yarn.

Our general open me is Monday and Thursday 8.00-12.00 am We also open Tuesday 2.00-4.00pm for cards (euchre)

Wednesday 2.00-4.00pm for snooker and the camera group meet Thursday 2.00-4.00pm.

For informa on contact brocky1967@outlook.com or ptuross@bigpond.com

Connect, move, play at free All Abili es Fes val

The shire’s first All Abili es Fes val will be a day to remember as new friends and new opportuni es are discovered.

The All Abili es Fes val will take place at Narooma on Wednesday 30 November, from 10am - 3.30pm.

People with disability are encouraged to come along, bring family members or support staff, and explore interac ve ac vi es based around art, performance, fitness and wellbeing.

Eurobodalla Council’s community development coordinator Rhonnie South said the fes val was all about socially connec ng and engaging people in different ac vi es and services, showcasing what’s available locally.

The fes val precinct includes the Narooma Kinema, Odd Bods Gym, Bend and Sip Bar and the CWA hall. “Each space will play host to a different engagement experience,” Ms South said.

“The CWA hall will host a crea ve arts hub with an arts arcade along the wall connec ng to Bend and Sip,” Ms South said.

“At Bend and Sip, there will be Eurobodalla Stepping Stone hospitality trainees serving a tasty lunch. Then, upstairs in the gym, trainers will provide hands-on equipment demos as well as pilates, chair yoga and Zumba classes.”

If that’s not your scene, Ms South said there’s a quiet space for story telling or a panel discussion in the Kinema featuring local people with disability.

A er the panel discussion, Slightly Bent Choir will perform followed by an impromptu drama workshop. Ms South encouraged everyone to come and experience different ac vi es at the fes val. She said 16 stalls of suppor ng services will provide ongoing opportuni es a er the fes val.

“If you enjoy something on the day, you can go home knowing all these things are s ll available to pick up a er the fes val,” Ms South said.

“The exhibi ng service providers are there to help connect you in a variety of categories like fitness, educa on and training, employment, transport, technology aids and more.”

Ms South said the inaugural event was a collabora ve effort between all levels of ability and was excited for it to come to life.

“I can’t wait to see lots of happy smiling faces, where people won’t want to go home because they’re having such a nice me feeling empowered, engaged and connected,” Ms South said.

For anyone needing transport to the fes val, contact Ashley Darby on 4474 1297 or email ashley.darby@esc.nsw.gov.au

To a end the fes val and receive a free lunch on the day, please register via Eventbrite. The fes val is funded by Council and NSW Government’s Reconnec ng Regional NSW Community Events Program.

Facebook event link HERE: h ps:// .me/e/2TIeXCb3g

Health, Wellbeing and Community Groups on Show in Eurobodalla

Health, Wellbeing and Community Groups expo is back for the first me since 2019.

The expo will be held on Saturday 12 November 2022 10am – 2pm in the auditorium of the Batemans Bay Soldiers Club.

Brad Rossiter Chair of the Eurobodalla Health Service Community Representa ve Commi ee, said that the expo provides something for everyone, from health and wellbeing ideas, to informa on about local health services, including updates on the new Eurobodalla Regional Hospital and exhibits from local community groups.

The theme of this year’s expo is all about wellbeing and connec on.

Come and talk with ‘those in the know’ about your health, wellbeing and get involved with local community groups.

The Eurobodalla Regional Hospital project team will be on hand to show you the latest plans and designs for the new hospital and answer all your ques ons There will be demonstra ons and ac vi es on the day, and lots of freebies available for everyone.

Entry is FREE. For any queries please call Brad 0458 534 470

Our Community Our Safety Our SES

Come and meet your NSW SES Batemans Bay Team at the Village Shopping Centre 1 Perry St Batemans Bay on the 19th of November 2022 from 9am and the Rotary Markets on the 20th November at Beach Road Batehaven also from 9am. They will have ac vi es for the children and handouts to help you and your family prepare for Emergencies such as Storms and Floods.

Sustainable Fashion Market in Moruya November 12th

The South Coast rota ng Sustainable Fashion Market between Moruya - Narooma - TilbaBermagui - Pambula will be held at The Mechanics Ins tute, Moruya on Saturday November 12 from 10am to 3pm.

Market organiser, Yolanda del ValleBuetefuer says "It's about the rela onship we have with each other, our planet and fashion".

"Recycled, up-cycled, locally designed and made, ethical fashion, brands and suppliers. It’s about the rela onship we have with our makers, our planet and fashion".

For individual, group stall or consignment bay enquiries text 0415 117472 or email sus anmesouthcoast@gmail.com

www.iga.com.au/

Moruya Red Door Theatre presents - "Agatha Crusty & The Village Hall Murders"

Moruya Red Door Theatre presents - "Agatha Crusty & The Village Hall Murders" by Derek Webb

A fantas c mystery comedy whodunnit with a cast of 15.

Agatha Crusty is a crime novelist. And when her sister-in-law Alice invites her to spend a few days with her in the village of Chortelby, it’s not long before she gets caught up in a series of murders which seem directed at members of the All Saints Village Hall commi ee. Packed full of wit and very funny scenes, this is also a genuine murder mystery with an ingenious plot which will tax the li le grey cells of the audience at the same me!

7 shows at the #Moruya RSL Hall Fri 18 & Sat 19 Nov 7pm Fri 25 & Sat 26 7pm Sun 27 2pm Ma nee Fri 2 Dec & Sat 3 Dec 7pm Tickets Selling Fast

Book a table for a BYO night out at the theatre or grab a couple of ckets and join in the fun. Table bookings are easy at www. cketor.com/mrdtc or pop in and see the great team at Moruya Books

Nov 12th - Simpson and Samson at Batemans Bay Soldiers Club

Nov 12th - Sco Stone at Club Catalina

Nov 12th - Ricky Bloomfield – Tomakin Club (7.30pm)

Nov 12th - Dave Berry – Tuross Club (7.30pm)

Nov 12th - Jeff Aschmann will be playing at Grumpies cafe on Saturday November 12 in Mogo November 12 - 12:003:00

Nov 12th - Southbound xo from 8pm at Steampacket Hotel Described by Tripe M County as "AUS-Country Ho est Supergroup", Southbound xo are a new all-female country/ rock band featuring Missy Lancaster, Sarah Bernardo and Andrea Krakovska.

Tickets: https://www.stickytickets.com.au/n48es/ southbound_xo.aspx

Nov 18th - The Pilgrims at Broulee Surf Club 6 - 9pm

Nov 18th - Pla num Duo at Batemans Bay Soldiers Club

Nov 18th - The Detonators at Batemans Bay Soldiers Club $27.50

Nov 18th - Rick Bamford – Club Malua (8pm)

Nov 19th - Pla num Duo at Batemans Bay Soldiers Club

Nov 19th - Country Pumpkins – Moruya Markets (10am)

Nov 19th - Rick Bamford – Tuross Club (7.30pm)

Nov 19th - Jackie Marshall at One Tree Tavern

Nov 19th - Driving Sideways at Club Catalina

Nov 19th - Jamie Parkinson – Tomakin Club (7.30pm)

Nov 19th - Jan Preston at the Monarch Hotel, Moruya 4pm Tix $25.

What’s on

Four Winds welcomes the Australian String Quartet to the Windsong Pavilion on 25 November.

The evening will showcase one of the na on’s renowned string quartets, performing a diverse and dynamic range of repertoire that conveys the potency of chamber music of today when in their hands. The musical journey will move through a triptych of miniatures from an exci ng genera on of Australian voices – equal parts animated, reflec ve and atmospheric.

The night will culminate with Shostakovich’s String Quartet No. 9 – a vibrant work of masterful contrast and counterpoint that conjures up ecsta c moments, brimming with energy.

‘’A diverse array of sonorous string sounds – invi ng listeners on a journey to reflect and connect’’ Ma hew Hoy, Four Winds Ar s c & Crea ve Director

A delicious dinner will be available on the lawns of the Windsong Pavilion from 5:30pm. The light meal will be sumptuous Thali plates created by J-Bird catering. Meat and vegan curry op ons will be available with fluffy steamed rice and flavourful condiments to match. All meal op ons are gluten free and dairy free.

Dinner is available for pre-purchase via the Four Winds website or at the event. The Four Winds bar will be open throughout dinner, during interval and a er the event.

Four Winds welcomes to this event Guest of Honour Margaret Throsby, who re red recently from her role as a broadcaster on ABC Radio. Margaret has made a significant contribu on to many Four Winds fes vals as MC and presenter on ar st panels. We thank Margaret for her contribu on to Four Winds and the arts throughout her career in radio and television.

What’s on—coming up

Montague Visi ng Ar stsAffinity Quartet - Sat Nov 19th

Montague Visi ng Ar sts 2022 - Affinity Quartet 2:30 pm Saturday November 19 - St Paul’s Anglican Church, Narooma Tickets $28 from Mitre 10, Narooma & Nested on Wallaga, Bermagui, $30 at the door or from Trybooking h ps://www.trybooking.com/CECMT

More info: 0439 648414 www.montaguechoristers.org, montague.choristers.narooma@gmail.com, Kindly supported by Nanda Taylor & Helen Ryan

Lada Marcelja, Ar s c Director - Montague Visi ng Ar sts says "The final Visi ng Ar sts concert for 2022 is on Saturday, November 19 and I think many of you will agree that we have le the best for last. The Affinity Quartet has had a very successful year.

"In April they travelled to London and par cipated in the pres gious Wigmore Hall Quartet Compe on (h ps://wigmore-hall.org.uk/string-quartet-compe on/2022-wigmore-hall-interna onal-string-quartetcompe on) and placed third in a highly compe ve field of quartets from around the world.

"Then, in August they were a Senior Quartet at the McGill Interna onal String Quartet Academy and worked with the best to further hone their cra h ps://misqa.com/concerts/

"Now, on Saturday, November 19, they are coming to Narooma with two amazing works, Haydn's String Quartet in B minor, Op 33 No 1 and Mendelssohn's String Quartet in F minor Op 80, as well as a new piece by Ingi Kim.

"Haydn described his Op.33 set of six quartets as having a ‘new and special’ style and sent the scores of all six to Mozart. Mozart was so impressed that he, in 1785, dedicated his six superb string quartets Op. 10 to Joseph Haydn.

"Mendelssohn’s sixth and final string quartet was composed just two months before his death in 1847. In this 30 minute work, sub tled Requiem for Fanny, Mendelssohn turns to the in macy of string quartet wri ng to grapple with the sudden death of his only sister and closest confidante, producing one of his most musically incisive and arres ng works.

"We hope you can join us for this wonderful concert."

What’s on—coming up

What’s on—cinema

Feral horses and Kosciuszko on film at Narooma Kinema on 17th November

A suspension of feral animal shoo ng is the latest chapter in the struggle over feral horses in Kosciuszko Na onal Park. The cull is intended to protect the park by reducing feral horse numbers to 3,000. At last count in 2020 there were 14,000 feral horses in the park with that number increasing 20% each year.

Whether the cull is making any headway will be seen in another count occurring before Christmas this year. The cull was secretly suspended by the NSW government in mid September in an apparent bid to placate Sydney shock jock Ray Hadley.

‘Although the suspension is the latest worry, feral horses in the park have long been a big concern,’ says film-maker Mandy King who explores the issues in her film Where the Water Starts. To make the film, King and her partner, Fabio Cavadini, teamed up with Indigenous and non-Indigenous community leaders who King

trampling and bogging up the fragile ecology of the headwaters

rivers which is also suffering climate change impacts.

‘Over genera ons, the landscape has been degraded to the point where 34 species of na ve plants and animals are now under threat. The high country has not evolved to handle hard hooved animals such as deer and especially feral horses,’ says King.

Richard Swain, a Wiradjuri descendant raised in the high country and Indigenous Ambassador on the Invasive Species Council, is a strong, passionate voice in the film.

‘It's at pping point now, if you get the horses off and do a li le bit of remedia on, this will recover,’ hopes Swain.

‘Locals can learn more about this important na onal discussion and what the future holds at the screening of Where the Water Starts at the Narooma Kinema on 17th November,’ says King.

Ted Rowley whose farm adjoins the Kosciuszko Na onal Park and Ngarigo custodian Aunty Rhonda Casey who is in the film will be on the Q&A panel a er the film. Tickets can be purchased here h ps://fan-force.com/screenings/where-the-water-starts-narooma-kinema/

says are really concerned about feral animals

of the Snowy, Murray and Murrumbidgee

Gadfly 260 By Robert Macklin

A sudden calm has swept across the international landscape with the happy results of America’s mid-term elections. No one is quite sure how long it will last, but we should enjoy it while we can.

The great fear that a ‘red wave’ of Republican victories would elevate Donald Trump into the political wizardry of his imaginings faded to a mere ripple on the sandy shore. The extremists he endorsed largely fell by the wayside, and despite tottering Joe Biden in the White House, the centre held.

The Republicans will win the House of Representatives and the Senate numbers will be decided in a run-off in Georgia to be held on December 6. The betting is that the Democrat candidate will take it and once again the Vice-President Kamala Harris will have the deciding vote.

It’s not exactly business as usual, but it’s a far, far better result than was so widely predicted. Trump’s ‘fake news’ sloganeering has run out of steam. Already, he’s delayed his own much touted run for the 2024 presidency and the big win from his major competition for the Republican nomination, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, means his candidacy will split the GOP.

But before we get too cocky, the other side of the political coin is not exactly a pretty picture…more like a cubist Picasso. Tottering Joe will have been encouraged to seek a second term, or at least to delay a decision until the last minute. This would prevent an attractive alternative from declaring her or his candidacy, then raising the necessary profile - and funding - to win the White House. And at the moment there is no natural successor waiting in the wings.

Moreover, in place of Nancy Pelosi as Majority Leader in the House, the Republican Kevin McCarthy – a man with the moral backbone of a squid – will take every opportunity to cripple the Biden administration. Not only will he stand in the way of legislation on climate change, gun control and rising inequality, he will deliberately provoke China over Taiwan and any other issue that he thinks will make him look tough.

Happily, our own PM Anthony Albanese is taking the initiative to seek a resumption of sensible dialogue with our biggest trading partner. Reports in The Guardian have him embarking on a hectic week of summitry, from Phnom Penh to Bangkok, with a G20 in Bali sandwiched in between. A head-to-head with China’s premier, Li Keqiang, or possibly even the Pretend Emperor Xi Jinping seems to be on the cards.

And to top it off, the war in Ukraine seems to be running against the Russian invaders. In fact, it’s going so well the Ukrainians themselves don’t quite believe it and suspect they’re being lured into a trap. Perhaps the Russian retreat from Kherson is merely clearing out the invaders before Putin makes good on his nuclear threat and wipes the city off the face of the earth.

Maybe so. But perhaps we’re so used to the bad news coming from all points of the compass that we distrust this sudden calm in the international landscape.

Who can tell? Maybe one day it will stop raining and give us a whole summer to relax, put our feet up and thank our lucky stars.

robert@robertmacklin.com

Bazza’s stomach kno ed as he entered the hospital and his heart rate jumped as his eyes flashed across the serious signs and warnings in the foyer. He sucked in a deep breath and adjusted his mask for the now familiar walk through the wards. His chest ghtened with the con nual beeps of medical machinery, the cla er of a trolley and earnest, muffled conversa ons.

As he approached his wife’s room, he half smiled at her claim she could detect his presence by the sound of his walk. Varying the length of his steps or padding gently along the corridor, had failed to trick her. Bazza grinned at the thought of skipping the last few metres but knew her detec ve skills extended to deducing his stupidity. The art of ‘knowing’ was reassuring and gave birth to certainty, and more importantly, planning.

He paused at the door and thought about the ‘not knowing’. The ‘not knowing’ fuelled every worst case scenario, slowed me and churned the stomach. It dominated all thoughts, chewed the finger nails and ground the teeth. He wiped away the cold sweat from his brow and feigned a smile.

For a moment, Bazza thought his deliberate slower steps were undetected but she was asleep, as another day of ‘not knowing’ faded. He padded across the room, sat for a long me but the ‘not knowing’ caged him and beckoned him to the window.

‘Knowing’ the full moon was only to be temporarily devoured by a total eclipse was reassuring. He breathed in deeply. Its whiteness was slowly consumed and a rusty, perfectly round ember glowed in the coal of the sky. He blinked into its eerie redness and shivered. Surely, there was a me of ‘not knowing’ about eclipses and for a flee ng moment, a fear the phenomenon was permanent. Bazza’s chest again ghtened at the thought.

Bazza sat again and tried to match his breathing to the leaden footsteps of the ‘not knowing’.

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

Reading 2022 Olga Masters Short Story Award Announcement

AttherecentHeadland WritersFestival,Ruth Armstrongwasannounced asthewinnerofOlga MastersShortStoryAward forherstorySandcastles.

Ruth'swinningentrywillbe publishedinIslandMagazineinNovember,whichisavailableforpurchasethroughtheirwebsiteand willappearontheOlgaMasterswebsiteearlynextyear.MiriamWebsterwastherunner-upforher storyALookofExtremeFestivitywhichisavailabletoreadnowontheOlgaMasterswebsite.

RuthArmstronghasworkedasadoctor,amedicaljournaleditorandapublichealthblogger.Sydney basedformanyyears,shereturnsoftentohernaturalhabitatinthewatersoffMagneticIsland.Shehas anMAincreativewritingfromtheUniversityofTechnologySydney.Thewinnerofthe2018AAWP/ ASSFEmergingWriters’Prize,hershort storieshavebeenpublishedinMeniscus, andtheACEandUTSanthologies.

MiriamWebsterwritesstoriesinand aroundMelbourne/Naarm.Herstoriesare availableinplaceslikeAnikoMagazine, Islandonline,swimmeetlitmagand FDBNHLLLTTFPLAGIARISM.Herstories haveplacedinthisyear’smajorprizes,and sheiscurrentlyworkingonherdebut shortstorycollection.

CongratulationstoallentrantsoftheOlga MastersShortStoryAward2022.The calibreofstoriesreceivedfromallover Australiawasextraordinary!TheAwardis managedbySouthEastArtsand supportedbyIslandMagazineandSouth CoastWritersCentre.

TheprizeisfundedbytheMastersFamily andthecompetitionwasoriginally establishedbyWellThumbedBooksin Cobargo.

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Moruya Books

invites you to a Literary Lunch with Julie Janson

Aunty June is the proud owner of a TAFE certificate III in Investigative Services. It took her thirty hours to complete online. Now, she has set up her own private investigation service: Yanakirri Investigative Services – Confidentiality Guaranteed. Madukka: The River Serpent is a striking novel about family and resistance.

Julie Janson is an Indigenous woman of the Burruberongal clan of Darug nation. A teacher, artist, playwright and poet, Julie has won many awards and grants for her writing, She is co-recipient of the Oodgeroo Noonuccal Poetry Prize and winner of the Judith Wright Poetry Prize. Her novels include The Crocodile Hotel, The Light Horse Ghost, Benevolence and her latest debut into Crime fictionMadukka: the River Serpent.

@ The Moruya Waterfront Hotel

Thursday 1st December, 12pm—2pm

reading Book launch : ‘The Elm Grove Story’ – a mys cal journey

Local authors, Edwin and Laurel Lloyd-Jones’ book ‘The Elm Grove Story’ – a mys cal journey will be launched by Anglican Bishop George Browning and his wife Margaret on Saturday, 26th November at 2.30 pm at St John’s Anglican Red Door Hall in Moruya.

When their book was published in April this year Edwin and Laurel decided against holding a book launch due to the high risk associated with the covid pandemic. However, now that things have improved, and upon the urging of many people, they have decided to combine the celebra on of Edwin’s 88th birthday with launching their book. A reading, and an invita on for brief comment from those who have already read the book, will be offered along with a ernoon tea and some birthday cake.

“All are very welcome and, if you are coming, we’d love to know in advance so that we have a big enough cake to share,’ said Laurel. ‘We are offering a specially reduced book price for the launch, and as we have had an amazing response from readers both here and overseas, we thought it would be a good idea to inform people about it in our local region. It has brought posi ve comment from both those who are agnos cs as well as those who hold a faith in a greater power.

We were two agnos cs living in Sydney, and raising our two children, when we were bowled over by a clear, inner call that took us on an adventure from suburban life to Goobarragandra, near Tumut (in the remote Snowy Mountains) where we founded a spiritual retreat centre in 1983. Prior to this Edwin had been a musician and business owner and I was working as a social worker.

In the founding of Elm Grove Sanctuary, we welcomed people from many different faiths, or of none, who were o en referred to us by health professionals, hospitals and cancer groups. Individuals, and o en families, came due to a member facing a life-threatening illness or other major challenge in their lives. Within the counselling support offered, and amidst the serenity and beauty of nature, they found rest, solace, healing and acceptance of their difficult life situa ons.

Our charity, the Elm Grove Sanctuary Trust, remains founded on deep trust. The many amazing things that enabled the sanctuary’s development came about through trust and the loving support and shared vision of so many people. Our centre func oned purely on a dona on basis and over me we built accommoda on buildings, and an ecumenical chapel, for our guests believing that, if it was for the common good of all people, then the funds would become available. This was never found wan ng. Within the mystery of a loving and benevolent creator we saw many, many miracles unfold.

‘While Edwin and I are Franciscan Chris ans we always sought to care for the environment and to offer a warm welcome to people irrespec ve of their individual faith or life circumstances. We saw the healing that love can provide for people in close connec on with nature. The Indigenous people of the region, and the wider community were addi onal delights. We were supported and loved in our endeavours by many people in Tumut along with the invaluable support the local Shire Council and Bishop George Browning and Fr Francis Carroll, the Catholic Archbishop of Canberra Goulburn in their role as guardians of our community The li le Followers of St Francis.’

People interested in the memoir unable to a end the launch can find the book ‘The Elm Grove Story’ – a mys cal journey (ISBN: 9781922722553 and published by Greenhill Publishing) online through book distributors or through the local bookshops in Bega and Moruya. Further details can be obtained by emailing – egstrust2@gmail.com or Laurelandedwin@gmail.com

Reading—history

100 Years Ago November 11th 1922

WHEN on his way to the Tuffwood Sawmill on Tuesday with his mber wagon, Mr. Harry Wilson miraculously escaped accident. While he was adjus ng something the team of horses moved off, Mr. Wilson being thrown to the ground. The wheels of the jinker, which was laden with an immense log, passed over Mr. Wilson’s legs, but through the place where the accident occurred being a so sandy one, the vic m fortunately escaping with only flesh wounds.

ON 4th instant there died at his residence Stanmore, in his 81st year, Mr. Michael Morris, an old iden ty of Moruya. The late Mr. Morris for many years conducted a successful general store in Vulcan Street, and on re rement from business a few years ago, disposed of all his property here and went to reside in Sydney. On Moruya being converted to a Municipality, Mr. Morris topped the poll at the elec on of aldermen, but, on being proposed refused the mayoral chair. Deceased leaves a widow, four sons and three daughters, the Rev. J. H. Morris, of Hurstville being one of the sons and Sister Mary Veronica, of Wollongong Convent and Mrs. Michael Corrigan, of Sydney, daughters. … Mr. James Morris and Miss Mary Morris, of Mullenderree, are brother and sister respec vely of the deceased

EUROBODALLA SHIRE. TRIENNIAL ELECTION OF COUNCILLORS. … Nomina ons received for this Shire, as follows:- Riding A. ALFRED HERBERT ANNETTS, Storekeeper, Bateman’s Bay; Riding B. HENRY JOSEPH MALLON, Grazier, Merricumbene; Riding C. THOMAS FLOOD, Farmer, River street, Moruya; Riding D. ROBERT JOHNSTON ANDERSON, Farmer, Inglewood, Moruya; Riding E. HENRY JOHN BATE, Farmer, Mountain View, Tilba Tilba, & FREDERICK ERNEST GRENENGER, Storekeeper, Central Tilba; Riding F. SAMUEL WILLIAM BATE, Grazier, Central Tilba, & ALEXANDER GORDON SUTHERLAND, Farmer, Yourie. Mr. George W. Mitchell was also nominated, but his Nomina on Paper was “Informal,” and therefore cannot be received.

There being One Nomina on for Riding’s A., B., C. and D. [those listed] are duly elected Councillor’s for the ensuing Triennial Period. The Elec on for E. and F. Ridings will be decided by Ballot. The Vo ng will be by post. The Elec on will be held on SATURDAY, the 2nd day of December next.

The Ballot Papers with rela ve declara on forms will be forwarded to each Elector in due me so that the most distant voter will have me to post his vo ng paper back to the Returning Officer.

ADVERT. FOR IMMEDIATE PRIVATE SALE – 30 ACRES of good Cul va on Land, known as Mr. Charles Barling’s and situated on a flat at Tomakin. Apply R. H. HARVISON, Auc oneer. Extracted from the Moruya Examiner by the Moruya and District Historical Society Inc. h ps:// www.mdhs.org.au

Basil Sellers Art Prize

2022-Meet the Finalist: Fiona Ryan.

Fiona’s work records her direct experience with the landscape and a empts to capture the essence of a place through the use of colour, light and form.

Fiona’s work is much more about the feeling of a place rather than direct observa on of it.

You can view Fiona’s work and all the finalists at the Bas, on show now un l 20 Nov 22. Vote for your favourite finalist for their chance to win the People’s Choice Award.

Find out more: h ps:// thebas.com.au/

The Basil Sellers Art Prize exhibi on is now on!

This years' winning artwork is ‘An Encounter on the Path that Leads to the River’ by Michael Thomson

You can view the stunning works of all finalists and vote for your favourite in the People’s Choice Award at the Basil Sellers Exhibi on Centre, on show now un l 20 Nov 22

Opening hours: Daily, 10am to 4pm

Saturday Sessions at the Bas

With the weather warming up and the days ge ng longer, now is the me to get out and enjoy what Eurobodalla has to offer. For people looking to explore their crea ve side in a fun and friendly group se ngs, Saturday Sessions at the Bas may have just the thing.

On Saturday 12 November music therapist Kim Edgar-Lane will introduce vocal techniques so par cipants can explore music basics – melody, harmony and rhythm – to build confidence and learn to use their voice.

Singing releases endorphins, which raises feelings of wellbeing while reducing stress and anxiety. A great way to improve physical and emo onal wellbeing while mee ng new friends.

In her pain ng workshop on Saturday 10 December award-winning ar st Adrienne Conway will show par cipants how to capture light in a landscape pain ng, using only black and white.

This workshop is for both beginning and experienced painters who will take their finished art home at the end of the a ernoon. Aside from the joy of crea on, pain ng is known to enhance problem solving skills, increase fine motor skills and boosts memory. Both workshops run from 12.30 to 3.30pm and no previous experience required. Places are limited and booking essen al. For more informa on and to book, visit the Bas.

Sailing Adventurer

Lisa Blair comes to Batemans Bay

Batemans Bay Sailing Club is proud to host a presenta on by 2022 Adventurer of the Year Lisa Blair from 6pm on Tuesday November 22nd. Earlier this year Lisa sailed non stop and unassisted around Antarc ca in 92 days, taking 10 days off the previous record. This represented a triumphant comeback since her first a empt at the voyage in 2017 ended in near disaster. A er her yacht "Climate Change Now" lost its mast in extreme condi ons 72 days in, Lisa had to free the rig which was trying to saw her boat in two. She was able to construct a jury rig and sail 9 days to Cape Town.

The following year she sailed around Australia, non stop and unassisted, becoming the first woman to do so. She spent years preparing for a second a empt at the Antarc c circumnaviga on and in the process was able to put aside her natural fears. During the voyage she obtained oceanographic and meteorological data as well as collec ng microplas c samples in remote loca ons of the Southern Ocean on behalf of the Australian Ins tute of Marine Science.

Lisa's presenta on at the BBSC clubhouse will be a truly inspiring one for anyone who a ends. Tickets are $30 per head including pre presenta on drinks and nibbles. Book your place through the BBSC website www.bbsc.org.au

Finalists in each of the 2022 NSW Sports Awards categories have been announced by Sport NSW today.

The 2022 NSW Sports Awards are NSW’s highest sports honours and the 12 category winners will be revealed at the pres gious rebel NSW Champions of Sport Ceremony at the Interna onal Conven on and Exhibi on Centre in Darling Harbour on Monday, November 28.

Valen no Guseli, of Dalmeny, has been named a finalist for NSW Young Athlete of the Year

Valen no Guseli is a finalist for NSW Young Athlete of the Year

Family Fun Day at Moruya Tennis Club Nov 19th

Jumping Castle, Face Pain ng, Live Music, Food/ Coffee Vans, all day BBQ, Mar al Arts and Dancing displays, Serve Speed Radar, Fire & Rescue, Welcome To Country & a "celebrity" doubles match including local Pro's Richard Sellick & Geordie McEvoy alongside Mayor Mat Hatcher and NRL Legend Mick Weyman. Awesome prizes include a signed racquet/bag by Nick Kyrgios and 2 double passes to the United Cup in Sydney this January!

We have team up with Gotcha 5 Life raising awareness and funds for youth mental health & suicide preven on. Saturday 19th, November @ 10.30am.

Everyone welcome! Come on down to support this great cause and see some of the best players in our region compete in the Billy Irwin Moruya Club Championships.

A erparty, presenta ons, smorgasbord and live music with Flock Of Haircuts at the Adelaide Hotel star ng at 6.30pm $30 a cket.

Batemans Bay Fight Night coming Feb 4th

2023

The South Coast has been through a fight like no others over the past couple of years. Organisers, Dark Promo ons, say "Our community has faced challenges not previously seen in a life me. The black summer fires, quickly followed by floods and of course a pandemic that brought the world to its knees.

"Now it's me for us to show what we are made of! Fighters from the South Coast, Wollongong and the ACT will square off against each other in a range of amateur and professional bouts.

"The night will include up to 20 fights and is shaping up to be an event not to be missed!

Tickets for the event will go on sale over the next couple weeks and will range from GA to ringside table packages. SATURDAY, 4 FEBRUARY 2023 AT 17:30 Batemans Bay Fight Night Batemans Bay Soldiers Club

Batemans Bay Monday Ladies Tennis Club

On Monday morning this week members of Batemans Bay Tennis Club gathered together to Celebrate the Life of Michelle Wesseling who sadly passed away a er a long illness on the 23rd October.

Michelle’s husband Hans gave a moving tribute of their life together which was wonderful to be a part of a er they met in 1998.

Michelle played compe on tennis as well as being part of the group of Monday tennis ladies where she will be most sadly missed by all.

Thank you to the Tennis Club also the Monday ladies for the lovely repast we all shared together along with cherished memories of Michelle.

Hans has appreciated all the kindness shown to him in Michelle’s passing which is helping him to ease his sadness.

Rest in Peace Michelle.

Sue Knight, Barbara Buckley Kay Crisp, Karen Motyka, Margaret deSmet, Judith Perkins, Michelle Wesseling, Mel Hyam.

Broulee Runners

November 9th 2022

An excellent field of 39 starters competed in tonight’s run. There were 5 personal best mes. In the 2kilometres Rocco Lopres and Carissa and Janelle Morgan improved. In the 4-kilometres Bernie Lambert and John Hicks improved their previous me. We welcomed Mel Miller and Stewart Needham as well as the Bredin family of Everly, Maggie and Ka a Bredin to their first run with the group.

Tonight, was a special night for Andrew Greenway, who celebrated his 100th run with the group. Andrew started on April 2018, and he has been a consistent performer since that me. He was joined tonight by his two sons Daniel and James. Running is a family affair for the Greenway family coun ng Mother Natalie’s runs they have 172 runs between them.

Some of our travelling runners were present tonight. Tori Hennig and Gill Stapleton were part of a team with Ren Lefevre and Mirella Granata who competed with dis nc on in the Bondi to Manly Ultra 80kilometre run. The Lambert family of Bernie and Michael ran the Canberra 10-kilometre fun run and Ma did a personal best me in the half marathon at Huskisson. Gab Smith was outstanding in her first half marathon at Huskisson.

Return To Golf For Tuross Vets

With the course having dried out sufficiently following recent heavy rains, Tuross Head Veterans golfers returned to the course for a Canadian Foursomes event on Wednesday 9 November 2022. Winning team on the day was the combina on of Jennifer Gray and Leonie Snodgrass with a score of 36.5. They were followed home by Steve Johnston and Dorothy Madden on 38.875, Graham Moore and Des Jackson with 40.0, and finally Shirley and Ted Quinlan on 41.0. Minor prizes were awarded to Warren Hodder partnering Steve Gardner with 41.625, Julie Barningham and Greg Smith on the same score of 41.625, together with Paul Coffey and Greg Bush with 42.25.

Winners on the day Jennifer Gray & Leonie Snodgrass

Nearest the pins went to Steve Gardner on the 4th, Kevin Reilly on the 6th, and to Jeane e Miller and Paul Pereira on the 7th. Paul Coffey won the Accurate drive compe on.

Tackle World Moruya Fishing report 11th Nov 2022

Moruya River.

Improvements con nue as the river con nues to clear up nicely. The clean water is now pushing well up past the hospital bring the flathead, bream and the odd estuary perch back into ea ng mode.

The airport flats and the area around Preddy’s wharf have been holding numbers of flathead, trevally, tailor bream and the odd whi ng star ng to turn up. The tailor can be a li le on the annoying side down around Preddy’s wharf, as plenty of anglers are losing lures and rigs. Try throwing small metals if you want to target them.

Fingers crossed we some more whi ng back in the river this year, as we have been missing a good surface bite for the last few years as a result of too much fresh.

Tuross river.

There have been good flathead through the system this week, with the flood debris s ll crea ng issue in some parts of the river. Keep an eye out when naviga ng the system.

Towards the front of the system, the flathead, tailor, Luderick and bream can all be found both in the deeper holes, and now that the river is clearing up, on the flats again.

Up in the fresh, the bass will taking posi on back on their snags, now that the water levels have cleared and dropped.

Rock and Beach. Salmon, tailor and the odd bream and whi ng have been encountered now that the water temperature is star ng to rise. Moruya breakwall has been a bit hit and miss this last week, with the salmon there some days and not the next.

Offshore.

Snapper, gummies and flathead are all s ll on the cards at the moment. The water will be clearing up nicely as the northerly current clears condi ons up nicely. Try in the magic 30%40m for the snapper, while the flathead will be establishing themselves back over the sandy areas in the 15020m mark.

There s ll should be tuna out wide for the game crews, and it can’t be long before a few bill fish start to show up.

Mari me are doing their annual expired flare collec on again, with Moruya having its go again at Preddy’s Wharf between 10am and 11:30am on Saturday 19th November. They then move over Hanging Rock boat ramp in the Bay from 1pm - 2:30pm on the same day.

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

Team Tackle World Moruya.

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The Mystery of “The Block”

Some may find it surprising but watching “The Block” isn’t mandatory viewing for those in real estate. That said, it was of some interest to watch the final night where once again, suspense was at its maximum while we watched the contestants go through the final auc on process. And this year it must be said the outcome was quite extraordinary. Generally, it is a rela vely even contest as the proper es are roughly the same size, in the same loca on, have all been “nicely” renovated and we have the same crew of buyer’s agents there to splash around someone else’s money. So, in past years (depending on the auc on reserves that have been set) the contestants have come away with either a huge windfall or pre y much nothing at all. And, o en the winner has come from the contestants who have been able to secure the second auc on posi on, where the first auc on “sets the bar”, it’s then overtaken by the second auc on and it then depends if there is s ll enough money around for the remaining contestants to challenge the leaders.

For those that have never watched the show, basically the contestants renovate the property, a reserve is set, the proper es all go to auc on and the contestants “earn” the amount over the reserve price that the property sells for. The contestants or team who gets the most, then gets a further $100,000 for winning the show.

If you were unlucky enough to miss the final night, this year did not go to script at all. Insiders advised that the producers delayed the start of the auc ons by forty minutes while they waited for one their key purchasers to arrive. Another new purchaser arrived in his Lamborghini and when the bidding got underway, they went hammer and tongs in a good old auc on bidding war pushing the price well up and over the reserve (of $4m) to around $5.5m dollars. From the show’s point of view, so far so good, but it actually turned out to be too good, as everyone stood around in disbelief when the other similar proper es either just made their $4m reserve or were passed in, with the hope that some price significantly over the reserve could be nego ated a er the auc on. On this point, given there are 4 proper es all around the same amount we think that is probably going to be a difficult task. The result was a great one for the winning contestants who took home $1.5m plus $100,000 for winning the show.

The irony is, the channel’s producers probably obtained about the right amount of money for the proper es in total, but the majority (aka all) of the windfall was weighted to the first property. So, why did this happen? It was obviously a result of many factors one of them being sheer luck at going first. You also have to consider that these proper es are nearly double the price of most other proper es in the area and one auc oneer interviewed a er the event remarked about possible “over-capitalisa on”. It is also generally agreed that the result is a reflec on on the subdued market and that a different result would have been achieved if these auc ons had been held either earlier in the year or last year. One of the take-aways is that in a market like this, if there are mul ple auc ons on the same day, going first might not be such a bad idea.

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