Arts

Gallery Bodalla reopens with “rocks and hard places”, a wonderful new

show by Stuart Whitelaw and Rodney Hayes. Stuart and Rodney have been close friends for over 50 years. They were both taught by Lloyd Rees during their me at University of Sydney School of Architecture They were inspired to do this combined exhibi on by one of Lloyd’s works called ‘Portrait of some rocks’. Commencing on Thursday 1 December, the exhibi on runs through to Saturday 31 December, open Thursday to Sunday 11am to 4pm. Opening drinks with Stuart and Rodney will take place on the side deck Sunday 4 December @ 3pm (please bring a mask to wear as it is a condi on of entry inside the gallery, with individual choice outside on the deck) Ýou can also visit the exhibi on online at www.gallerybodalla.com.au All inquiries: gallerybodalla@gmail.com or call me on 0421 238 174 It will be lovely to reconnect with you all again. Valerie

sports Blaise Madden Blitzes The Field At Tuross Head Vets Golf

A small field of 37 players contested the Special Par event at Tuross Head Vets golf on Wednesday 16 November 2022. This game is unique to Tuross Vets and rewards players who play be er than handicap on any hole. Winner on the day in blitzing the field with a magnificent score of +8 was Blaise Madden. Others in the winners circle were Allen Lee, Peter McRae and Rob Nash in that order with scores of -1. Minor prizes Winner Blaise Madden with runner-up Allen Lee. went Ken Hush on -1, Steve Gardner, Len Rogers and Ken Brown with -2s, Richard Kelly on -3, and finally Jeane e Miller and Anne e Manton bea ng home six others on count back with scores of -4. Nearest the pins went to Ian Miller on the 4th, Peter McRae on the 6th, and to Dorothy Madden and Ross Hendy on the 7th. Blaise Madden capped off a good day by also taking out the Accurate drive compe on.

Broulee Runners November 16th 2022

On a day of all weathers we were very fortunate to have the sun shining as we started this evenings run. It was lovely to see the Lambert family out in force with Ben and his children George, Frankie and Alby joining Michael, Bernie and Ma for a family run. A special men on goes to George on his fantas c somersault over the finish line it was very theatrical and it was decided he takes a er his Grandfather Michael. We congratulate Emily Tugwell on receiving her 30th Broulee runners shirt. Emily joined the group on the 2 February 2022 a er moving to the area. Besides her consistent par cipa on it has been great to see her improvement with her mes.

Wednesday, 16th November Despite dark and threatening storm clouds, and the odd clap of thunder, 17 player’s managed to complete a Stableford round before the skies opened. 1st place went to Barbara Roberts who played consistently throughout, finishing with an enviable 37 ne . Runner-up Phyllis Reid also excelled herself with a fine score of 35 C/B. Balls went to M Douglas (35C/B), V Moore (35), S Noy (34), P Nash (33C/B), J Lumsden (33), M Bingham (32).

NTP: Div. 1 5th Hole Deidre Meek Div. 2 5th Hole Marilyn Bingham

RESULTS FROM WEDNESDAY 9th NOVEMBER 1st Place went to the “Pocket Rocket” Deidre Meek, returning with a vengeance a er a long absence due to injury, came in with a magnificent 40 ne . Runner-up was Margaret Douglas who also had a fantas c round finishing with 39 ne . Balls went to V Moore (36), R Hawkins (35), J Ellis (34C/B), S Knight (34C/B), P Nash (34C/B), J Lumsden (34), B Kennedy (33). NTP: Div. 1 5th Hole Barbara Kennedy Div. 2 5th Hole Val Moore

Above: Barbra Roberts and Deidre Meek

sports NWBC Social bowls Tuesday 8 November

Three games of triples were played last Tuesday, a beau ful sunny day for bowls. Versa lity was the method of play, where team members rotated to a new posi on a er each six ends. The team with the highest winning margin was used to determine the day's winners. Suzanne Dainer, Jenny Coulson and Margaret Naylor (skip) had a great game against Ann Hunter, Barbara McNamara and Vicki Herman (skip). Scores were level on three occasions in the first ten ends then Marg's team put in a strong finish to win the match and the highest margin for the day to claim the prize money. Denise Holman was the raffle winner a er drawing her own winning number. Past President's Fours This is our last Club compe on for the year with teams selected by a random draw. A round robin event of 12 ends of two bowl fours was played over two days. Round one saw two close games – Heather McGourty, Julie Smith, Pam Grant and Gail Howe (sub for Vicki Herman )(skip) played Suzanne Dainer, Sue Bender, Carol Harroway and Dawn Kenny (skip) for a drawn result of 11 all. The other match saw Jan Rapkins (sub for A.Maloney), Sue Wales, Gail Palmer and Marg Naylor (skip) have a one shot win against Sue Waldock, Clare Cork, Jenny Coulson and Sandra Breust (skip). Marg's team had a good win in round 2 against Sue Sansom, Cindy Newell, Janet Murphy and Barb McNamara (skip) and Dawn held on for a three shot win against Sandra. In round three Dawn's team led early, then Barb and Co won five ends in a row giving Dawn a wake-up to win the last end and the match. Round three also saw Sandra Breust's team have a good win against Vicki Herman's side. Round four was played last Friday when Vicki Herman's team put themselves into conten on with a three shot win against Marg Naylor and Co. Unfortunately, Sandra Breust's team were unable to con nue, conceding to Barb McNamara. Round five proved exci ng, Vicki's team posted another win in their match against Barb and Co. Dawn and Margaret met in what proved to be the decider, a hard fought game, Marg led all the way, up seven shots to two a er seven ends. Dawn then claimed three of the next four ends, the score was Marg's way eight to seven on the last end. Margaret and her team held on to win the match by two shots with her last bowl. The final result, winning three games saw Margaret's team claim first place with six points. What a great effort! Congratula ons to Alison Maloney, Sue Wales, Gail Palmer and Margaret Naylor (skip).

Dawn Kenny's team of Suzanne Dainer, Sue Bender and Carol Harroway. And Vicki Herman and her team of Heather McGourty, Julie Smith and Denise Holman (sub for Pam Grant) were close behind with both teams finishing with a total of five points. What a lovely compe on, hope to see everyone back next year.

Above: Alison Maloney, Sue Wales, Gail Palmer and Margaret Naylor (skip) celebrate their win in the NWBC Past President's Fours

sports Tuross Head Womens Bowling Club Triples Championship Finalised

Last Tuesday two strong sides met to play in the final of the Womens triples. The event was won by ( L to R) Rose Farrington, Irene McDonald and Denise Lidbury in a fine style, demonstra ng their compe ve spirit and skilful bowling. The runners - up were ( Lto R) Sue Fahey, Rita Downie and Lorraine Wake. It was so encouraging to see so many ladies take up the challenge of entering this compe on in 2022, several enjoying the experience of their first Triples compe on. Next Saturday, 26th November, four of our ladies, Jenny Marks, Dagmar Voges, Vickie Wheelahan and Stephanie Denne , will be playing in a Bowls NSW Rookies compe on and the first round is to be played on Tuross Head’s beau ful greens. Best wishes ladies- an exci ng venture!

The event was won by ( L to R) Rose Farrington, Irene McDonald and Denise Lidbury

Catalina Vets took to the course this week (Thursday 17th November) to contest The Able . Named in honour of the late Eric Able , former President, Captain, Treasurer and Life Member of Club Catalina, 112 players played for Age Medallions in several categories. The winners were Glen Robinson (55-64 years), Tom Purcell (6569), Alex Spence (70-74) George Spanomanolis (75-79), David Stevenson (80+). Right: preparing for their round, are (from le ) Steve Dollimore, Vets President Russ Gercken, Allan Cameron and Greg Smeaton.

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!