Beagle Weekender Vol 312 May 26th 2023

Arts ……………………. 33 to 37

Cinema ……………….. 20 to 22

Community ………………3 to 10

Reading ……………………..23 to 32

Real Estate…. 45 No ces…… 47

Food ………………………...38

Sport and Fishing………. 40 to 43

Editorial …………………..2

What’s On …………….... 11 to 19

Welcome to this week’s editorial,

You may have read in past editorials my references to the Good Ship Eurobodalla (some mes scathingly referred to as the Good Ship Lollypop). I would write of it being on a direct course towards the rocks and that those on the poop deck should heed the warnings of impending doom.

One of the key personnel for any ship is a navigator. They are trained to observe, measure and respect the hazards and read the winds to adjust a course. Without a good experienced navigator who can read the charts and forecasts you are le with a poop deck of officers blissfully ignorant of the path of peril their captain has chosen. Added to the poten al loss of the Good Ship Lollypop was the fact that there are passengers locked up below decks, whose cries of alarm are ignored.

Hoping to bring all of this into context is my way of trying to convey the message that is now coming from Eurobodalla Council being that If we had stayed on the course that was set we would soon be running aground in a very serious way financially.

This week the new General Manager, Warwick Winn, ably assisted by his Ac ng Director of Finance, Stephanie Speedy, have addressed ratepayers in Batemans Bay, Moruya and Narooma to advise them of how Council managed to find itself on a course of calamity and to advise that there is just enough me to turn ‘the ship’ about and hopefully escape the impending catastrophe that only the astute among could see coming.

And rather than ignore the calls from the passengers locked below the new General Manager has instead invited them to the poop-deck to learn first hand of the impending course that would see them smashed on the rocks and discuss the a course. The General Manager describes a course that would turn a deaf ear to the seduc ve calls of the Sirens that promise riches beyond those that can be afforded. To the seduc on of riches by way of loans from the money-men that would have soon bled the ship, its crew, and passengers, dry.

Instead, recognising there is s ll just enough me to adjust course, the General Manager offers that the Good Ship Eurobodalla set a course to a place that is real. To a land where moderate taxes can meet the moderate needs of the people to deliver moderate outcomes and offer a more affordable, yet s ll vibrant and flourishing quality of life.

In a nutshell, through whatever failures of the past, and there were many, the council of today is transforming into a more open and transparent one that is improving communica on, telling it like it is and actually being honest with both Councillors and ratepayers regarding where we are and where we are heading. In a nutshell our financial future was on a road to failure. Now, with a Director of Finances back on deck and with an honest open, intelligent look at the books the realisa on that there needs to be a new route set is becoming accepted by the councillors, and now, by way of these public presenta ons, the community as well.

The days of secrets, the days of toxicity, the days of audacity, of poor consulta on, of lack of respect, lack of regard, the empire building, the silos, the selfish ego, the inep tudes…. These days will hopefully be behind us as Council reefs the sails and tries its best to change our course.

The new course will be a journey, and it might take me and we may all have to pitch in to weather the storms ahead but at least we have new officers on deck, a navigator who appears to have the knowledge and experience to garner our trust, and a crew who are now encouraged to stay aboard when next we find land. One can only hope for be er days ahead.

Un l next—lei

Marine Rescue crews assist yacht following electrical fire off Batemans Bay

Volunteers on board Marine Rescue Batemans Bay 20 and Tuross Moruya 21 have assisted two people on board a 40-foot yacht following an electrical fire on the vessel around 7.30am this morning.

Marine Rescue NSW Inspector Stuart Massey said the distressed vessel was located 17 nau cal miles (31kms) southeast of Batemans Bay by TU 21 and BM 20.

“This a ernoon Marine Rescue Batemans Bay escorted a vessel back into Batemans Bay Marina.

“The vessel had earlier reported that there had been a fire on board caused by an electrical fault.

“Fortunately when our crews arrived the vessel was s ll safe and the crew on board the distressed vessel was safe as well,” he said.

Inspector Massey said the electrical fire disabled vital communica on equipment on board the yacht.

“Fortunately they had other safety equipment on board like mobile phones and an EPIRB that was ac vated.

“We were able to locate them quickly and assist them back to shore,” Inspector Massey said.

Boaters are encouraged to always Log On and Log Off with Marine Rescue NSW every me they go out on the water either via VHF Channel 16 or the free Marine Rescue NSW app.

Help SHASA and help the Eurobodalla become 100% renewable

SHASA is encouraging residents and businesses in the Eurobodalla to switch to their partner provider as their electricity retailer by 30 June 2023. Why? Because they say it is a community owned electricity retailer who wants to assist SHASA to achieve its goes of se ng up a community owned solar farm and a number of community ba eries.

With 100 customers (we have 10 signed up so far) their partner provider will be able to use their energy sharing so ware dashboard to understand the Eurobodalla’s energy profile and plan strategic projects to help SHASA achieve its goal of a 100% renewable energy supply and provide cheaper locally generated renewable energy to those unable to install roof top solar.

This partnership offers SHASA the poten al to successfully bid for Federal Government funding for community ba eries and solar farms. These projects require funding and exper se beyond SHASA’s capability and experience. SHASA needs the support of an electricity retailer to make it happen. And they want to make sure the Eurobodalla gets its fair share.

They say their partner provider’s rates are very compe ve and there are also ten smart energy control and monitoring devices to be won. Each person that signs up will also receive a free copy of Saul Griffith’s The Big Switch from SHASA. Here's a great chance to help yourself and the community. For more details from SHASA please email contact.shasa@gmail.com

SCULPTURE FOR CLYDE

Sat 27th May to Sun 4 June 2023

Where: Batemans Bay Foreshore

Free Event for Public

Over 110 sculptures

Over $80,000 of prize money

Opening and Presenta on: Batemans Bay foreshore marquee 6pm Friday 26th may 2023.

A er a 3 year COVID hiatus Sculpture For Clyde is back in Batemans Bay. The 10 day event commencing on 27th May will be consolidated for the first me on the Batemans Bay foreshore with the indoor sculptures and student sculpture exhibi on in a large marquee, while the outdoor sculptures will feature along the foreshore.

The event will be Sculpture for Clyde’s largest event with over 110 sculptures for exhibi on and sale. The sculptures from around Australia, and Overseas are unique and are not edi ons.

The winners will take home the second highest prize money for a sculpture in Australia. A purse of almost $90,000 will be awarded to the winners.

The chosen acquisi ve sculpture will join the past winners along the permanent Batemans Bay Sculpture Walk along the foreshore between Batemans Bay Bridge to Corrigan’s Cove.

h ps://sculptureforclyde.com.au/sculpturewalk/

Marine Rescue NSW urges boaters to be careful during whale migra on

Boaters on the Illawarra, Batemans and Eden Coasts are being advised to not to get too close to whales as they make their annual trip north to warmer waters.

Mul ple pods of humpbacks have been spo ed off the NSW South Coast from Eden to Stanwell Park in recent days.

Marine Rescue NSW Inspector Stuart Massey said boaters need to be aware of the marine mammals.

“The distance a vessel must stay off whales is 100 metres, if there is a calf present the distance increases to 300 metres.

“Always go slow when you are within 300 metres of whales,” he said.

Mr Massey is also reminding skippers not to approach whales from behind or to wait in front of their path.

“If approaching whales, start at an angle of at least 30 degrees to the direc on of their travel while swimmers must not enter the water within 100 metres of whales.

“If a whale approaches your vessel slow down to minimal wash speed, move away or disengage your vessel’s gears. Make no sudden movements and minimise noise and remember there has been some serious damage inflicted on vessels and people when ge ng too close to whales,” he said.

Mr Massey is reminding boaters that no more than three vessels at a me should approach whales and skippers should wait their turn.

“There will be plenty of me to enjoy these magnificent creatures during the migra on season.

“Boaters are also encouraged to Log On with Marine Rescue NSW every me they go out via VHF Channel 16 or the free Marine Rescue NSW app.

“When you Log On, you provide us with details of your trip and if you don’t return as planned we’ll start searching for you,” Mr Massey said.

Local Land Services runs emergency animal disease outbreak training exercise

In response to the threat of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in neighbouring countries, South East Local Land Services recently hosted an emergency management training exercise on 23 May in Yass. This exercise aimed to upskill and prepare agencies involved in emergency response and management for the event of an FMD incursion.

“We cannot underes mate the impact that FMD would have on Australia’s livestock industry,” said Mark Le uss, Principal Project Officer of Local Land Service’s Foot-and-Mouth Preven on and Preparedness Program. “It’s impera ve to ensure that our staff and stakeholders are trained and ready to act immediately in the event of an incursion.”

The exercise featured a livestock stands ll scenario with a endees running through the procedures and logis cs of implemen ng a livestock stands ll.

“If FMD was detected here, a na onal livestock stands ll would give us me to implement surveillance, tracing and control measures to restrict the spread of disease,” said Louise MacDonald, Risk and Emergency Coordinator.

Addi onally, the exercise included a personal protec ve equipment demonstra on, a presenta on on the importance of livestock tracing, and emergency animal disease outbreak scenarios for a endees to implement their skills. The day also included an op onal tour of South Eastern Livestock Exchange (SELX) Yass.

“FMD is a highly contagious disease that has the poten al to spread rapidly,” said Louise. “Our training exercise focuses on being able to stop that spread in the shortest possible me.”

Approximately 40 were in a endance on the day, with par cipants including Local Land Services staff, stock agents and other agencies such as NSW Police, SES, NSW Department of Primary Industries, NSW Department of Communi es and Jus ce, and the ACT Government.

SHOW AND SHINE .. SWAP MEET

Sunday 11th June 2023 From 10am At Sandy Place Reserve, Long Beach

Musician Carly Remm will entertain you, as you check out Classic and Vintage cars and bikes

Vote for People's Choice

FREE sites available for SWAP STALLS

COFFEE & FOOD VANS & SAUSAGE SIZZLE

Brought to you by Long Beach Community Associaon, Classic Vintage Motor Club Eurobodalla, Braidwood Car Club. Entry: Gold coin dona on www.longbeach.org.au

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Saint Cecilia Youth Music Scholarships Return For 2023

At the recent AGM of the St Cecilia Youth Music Scholarship's Commi ee a new President, Jessica Farrell, was unanimously elected, as was a new Vice-President Zoe Gallagher-Avery. Both ladies were finalists and award winners at the St Cecilia Awards Concert from 2001 to 2009, Jessica playing the piano and flute and Zoe , the piano. The commi ee was very excited that they have now returned to lead us in running the Scholarships.

"I have many fond memories of my me with the Scholarships and am now very happy and enthusias c to return and give back to the organisaon that helped me so much", said Jessica.

Above: St Cecilia Youth Scholarship's 2023 Commi ee, from le , John Haslem, Deborah Buchanan, Lindy Connolly, Jessica Farrell, Wendy Black, Julie Murray, Richard Edwards. Absent: Lyndall Lassau, Zoe Gallagher-Avery, Frances Harney, Chris Heazlewood

The Eurobodalla St Cecilia Youth Music Scholarship Associa on was formed back in 1995 by local resident Maria de Rocco to provide support, encouragement and financial support to local young musicians. Every year audi ons are held, with an independent adjudicator, for students from 8 to 18 years of age. There are two age divisions in both classical and contemporary music and twelve scholarships are awarded ranging from $200 to $1000.

This year's audi ons will be held on 7/8 October. The Awards Concert will be held at St Bernards Church on Sunday 19 November...an event not to be missed.

The commi ee is very pleased to thank Batemans Bay Rotary for offering to assist our commi ee this year

Further informa on will soon be provided on our website www.stcecilia.org.au

11 for 11:30am

Friday 26 June

Narooma Golf Club

$30pp

Presenter: Artist and musician Margaret Moran

Contact: Rosemary Towers

02 44762614

and then one day you pass blood ....

A heads up. I felt perfectly fine. Then out of the blue I passed blood in my urine. The next day I went to the doctor to be then referred to a urologist. Long story short ... my le kidney had been taken over by a tumour that had also managed to entwine itself around my aeorta. Fortunately, by way of public health, I was operated on for nine hours with the kidney removed. Seven days recovery in hospital and gently goes it for a few months later. The point is... I had NO idea that my kidney had all but failed. Be aware that this story could happen to all of us.... Read Tina Turners post above.

Kidney Health Australia is urging adults to take a simple two-minute online test to determine if they are at risk of developing kidney disease.

Of the 2 million – or one in 10 – Australian adults affected by kidney disease, 1.8 million are completely unaware of it - likely due to the lack of symptoms. However, an easy online test during Kidney Health Week from May 21 to 27 could be the reality check they need. The online test developed by Kidney Health Australia can be taken anywhere, any me, and includes nine ques ons that help iden fy your risk of kidney disease. The test will determine whether a follow-up appointment with your GP for a Kidney Health Check is recommended – a simple check that could save your life.

Three in four Australians are at risk of kidney disease with the highest contribu ng factors being diabetes and high blood pressure. Kidney disease has no symptoms and 90 per cent of kidney func on can be lost without warning, meaning diagnosis is o en too late and li le can be done at that late stage to avoid kidney failure. However, early detec on can slow or even stop the progression of this insidious, incurable, and deadly disease.

Take the kidney health test at: h ps://kidney.org.au/kidneyrisktest/

Bega Valley and Eurobodalla locals join together to prevent suicide

With suicide being the leading cause of death for Australians aged between 15 and 44 years, a new crosssectoral alliance has been formed in the Bega Valley and Eurobodalla, working together to lower suicide rates within the region. The group is also working to ensure support op ons meet local people’s needs, are inclusive, compassionate, sustainable and accountable.

The newly formed Bega Valley Eurobodalla Suicide Preven on Collabora ve (the Collabora ve) consists of more than 25 individuals, including representa ves from 18 local organisa ons and en es including government, non-government, health, educa on, social services and community bodies. This is not a closed group, the invita on to join the Collabora ve is open to like-minded individuals and organisa ons. According to Jo Riley, Suicide Preven on Program Manager at COORDINARE - South Eastern NSW Primary Health Network, the official launch of The Collabora ve will be held on Thursday 25 May at 10am at the Bega Valley Civic Centre with representa on from local community members, people with lived experience of suicide, service providers and local organisa ons. Everyone is welcome.

Jo explained, “It makes sense for suicide preven on interven ons to work within a community, there needs to be a broad range of approaches, targe ng many areas, simultaneously. There is evidence in overseas and na onal research that this approach, called the systems approach, has helped to lower suicide numbers.”

“In late 2022, we held planning workshops to help map the future direc on of suicide preven on approaches and supports in the Bega Valley and Eurobodalla regions,” Jo said.

We have held a lot of discussions about our shared purpose, values and iden ty, said Helen Best, lived experience advocate and Chair of the Bega Valley Suicide Preven on Ac on Network.

"We are very much a grass roots group wan ng to involve and empower our community. By drawing on local experience, giving people with lived experience a voice and crea ng be er connec ons we aim to improve services for the communi es where we live and work,” said Helen.

“The Collabora ve will help advocate for the needs of the region, asking for the changes needed to reduce suicide within our rural and regional context,” Glenn Co er, local lived experience advocate and R U OK? Ambassador added.

“People sharing their stories of lived or living experience of suicide is having a posi ve and preventa ve effect, helping to reduce s gma and improve understanding in the community of the factors that contribute to suicide and the supports available. People with lived experience also iden fy the best ways to connect people with supports and improvements so support services are more approachable and user friendly,” said Glenn.

Jo Riley added, “An unacceptable number of people die each year by suicide. In Australia in 2021, 3,144 people died by suicide in Australia. It is es mated that a further 65,000 will make a suicide a empt and 1 in 6 Australians will have serious thoughts of suicide in their life me.

“While suicide preven on is an issue at the na onal and state level, on the South Coast we know that we lose around 15 people every year to suicide. Every life lost is one too many and each suicide affects a large number of people, such as the person’s family, friends, children, partners and work colleagues. Our communi es are so interconnected, many people know of someone who has died by suicide,” said Jo.

community

So why have suicide rates stayed unacceptably high?

Renee Green, CEO of Lifeline South Coast added: “Suicidal behaviour is extremely complex, with many risk factors across an individual’s lifespan interac ng together; and the important issues for one person will be different from those for someone else.”

“The Collabora ve represents a local, whole of community effort aimed at moving away from a medicalised model of suicide preven on geared only towards people with mental illness and considers the social and situa onal factors of suicide risk, including financial distress, alcohol or drug use, loneliness, and rela onship breakdowns,” said Renee.

“Our aim is to work together to reduce the impact of suicide through easier access to a range of informa on and support op ons, growing and suppor ng the suicide preven on and lived experience workforce and coordina ng our response when there is a loss in the community.

“Tackling social issues, compassionate support op ons and building connected and empowered communi es will contribute to suicide preven on,” Renee added.

If you are interested in joining the Collabora ve to have a meaningful impact on reducing suicide in the Bega Valley and Eurobodalla communi es, please email bvecollabora ve@coordinare.org.au

If you are feeling distressed and in need of immediate assistance, please contact Lifeline (24/7, phone 13 1114) or 13YARN (24/7, phone 13 92 76). Support for those impacted by suicide loss is available from StandBy Support A er Suicide (24/7, phone 1300 727 247) and Thirrili Indigenous Postven on Support (24/7,phone 1800 805 801).

Refer to mindframe.org.au for support and advice on repor ng of suicide-related stories. Please note Bega Valley Eurobodalla Suicide Preven on Collabora ve is NOT a crisis response service. If you, or someone you are with, is in immediate danger call 000

May 26th - Jason Maynard – Club Malua

May 27th - Pla num Duo Batemans Bay Soldiers Club

May 27th - Circuit Breakers – Club Malua

(7.30pm)

May 27th -Jason Maynard at Tomakin Social Club

May 27th - Vinyl Rain at Club Catalina

May 27th - Creedence/ Friends – Batemans Bay Soldiers Club (8pm)

May 27th - Canberra Blues Band SunBears, support by local muso Kara Coen at Narooma Kinema

May 27th - Dave Berry – Club Tuross (6.30pm)

May 27th - Parmy Dillon at Tukka Cafe

May 27th - RNB Takeover at Moruya Waterfront

May 28th - The Vallies – Batemans Bay Soldiers Club (8pm)

May 28th - South Coast Music Society presents ANDREW HAVERON (VIOLIN) AND KATHRYN SELBY (PIANO)

Mozart Sonata No 32 in B flat major K454

Beethoven. Sonata No 9 in Amor Op 47 “The Kreutzer”

"Drama and Virtuosity, Power and Emo on"

2pm SUNDAY 28 MAY

St Bernard’s Church, Batehaven

Jun 2nd - Chill Vibes Batemans Bay Soldiers Club

Jun 3rd - AC/DC show at Moruya Golfy

Jun 3rd - The Radiators at Moruya Waterfront

Jun 10th - The Alvey's Farewell Party at the Steampacket

Jun 16th - Bondi Cigars, support by QLD Jake Hoskin at Narooma Kinema

Jun 24th - Rock Show– Batemans Bay Soldiers Club (8pm)

Fri 30th Jun - The INXS Tribute Show @ Moruya Waterfront Hotel

Jul 1st - Keith Urban Bryan Adams show Batemans Bay Soldiers Club

Jul 29 - Affinity String Quartet 2:30 pm St Paul’s Anglican Church, Narooma

Broulee set to host Winter Gala Ball for the Australian Skin Cancer Founda on

by Brooke Ellen Lou t

Broulee is gearing up to host the highly an cipated inaugural Australian Skin Cancer Founda on Winter Gala Ball on June 17, where the local community will come together for an enchan ng evening of elegance and philanthropy. Organised by community member Lee Lou t, this black- e affair aims to raise awareness about the importance of skin cancer preven on while genera ng much -needed funds. Lou t expresses her gra tude, sta ng "Broulee and our other coastal communi es are so generous and love to support a good cause. We look forward to sharing this night with them”.

Jay Allen, the CEO of the Australian Skin Cancer Founda on, sheds light on the Winter Gala Ball's significance and the crucial role it plays in comba ng skin cancer in Australia. Allen emphasises, "Funds from this event will benefit our four pillars of Advocacy, Educa on, Research, and Suppor ng those going through melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancer... Events like the Winter Gala Ball provide an opportunity for the community to come together, have a great me, and contribute to a worthy cause."

As Australia con nues to face the challenges posed by skin cancer, raising awareness and educa ng the public about preven on and early detec on become impera ve. Allen highlights the educa onal impact of events like the Winter Gala Ball, sta ng, "We o en hear many mes how events like these save lives, with community members going to get a skin check a er learning more about preven ng skin cancer at the event and discovering deadly melanoma cancers or non-melanoma skin cancers, of which we have around 1 million cases each year." With melanoma being the most common cancer among 15-39 year olds, Allen stresses that there is no safe way to tan, and with these sta s cs, he stresses "it's just not worth it."

Organiser Lee Lou t shares her hear elt inspira on behind the Winter Gala Ball, sta ng, "I wanted to create an event that would be ongoing in memory of my brother, Anthony." Tragically, Anthony lost his ba le with a rare form of melanoma in September 2022. Throughout his final years, Anthony dedicated his me to raising funds and awareness for the Australian Skin Cancer Founda on, forging a close bond with its Founder and CEO, Jay Allen.

The Winter Gala Ball promises to be an unforge able experience within the beau fully renovated Broulee Surf Club. With its expanded capacity to accommodate 150 guests, the venue sets the stage for a spectacular evening. A endees will be greeted on the red carpet with a glass of bubbles, and can expect an evening of elegance and celebra on. To ensure an electrifying atmosphere on the dance floor, popular local band Soul Tonic will take the stage. Renowned for their ability to get people up and moving, their performance guarantees an unmissable night.

The Winter Gala Ball aims to make a substan al contribu on to the Australian Skin Cancer Founda on, with Lou t expressing her hope that the event will raise significant funds. Lou t men ons that she hosted a similar event in 2019, where over $16,000 was raised through cket sales, raffles, silent auc ons, and dona ons. She hopes this years event will surpass the previous success.

Local businesses have the unique opportunity to show their support through several sponsorship opportuni es, which include having their logo displayed on the event's Media Wall. However, these opportuni es are limited and will only be available un l May 31st to allow for design and prin ng. Businesses are encouraged to act quickly to secure their posi ons.

For those unable to a end the Winter Gala Ball, there are alterna ve ways to show support by dona ng through the Australian Skin Cancer Founda on website. Every contribu on plays a crucial role in advancing skin cancer preven on, research, educa on and support ini a ves.

The Winter Gala Ball will not only be a beau ful night out for the community, but a powerful statement of unity in the fight against skin cancer. The Australian Skin Cancer Founda on is commi ed to making a difference and saving lives from this prevalent disease, and encourage you and your loved ones to #getaskincheck. Join us on this very special night to help spread the message of preven on and early detec on.

TILBA

WOODWORK SHOW Bate St, Central Tilba Halls June Long weekend – June 10 & 11

Love hand-made? Love the look of beau fully cra ed mber? Then the annual Tilba Woodwork Show is for you. The Central Halls on the main street of Central Tilba hosts the 27th exhibi on of fine woodwork cra ed by ar sans from north of Batemans Bay to south of Bega.

Exquisite handcra ed items will be both on display and for sale, ranging from small toys to cu ng boards and serving pla ers, from fine jewelry boxes to pens, bowls - both func onal and decora ve, and much more. Come and watch the magic of wood turners at work on the lathes, and stroll through the Exhibi on Hall and vote for your favorite piece on display.

In addi on, the Dalmeny Quilters will once again be special guests and will have a display of their intricately designed quilts and other handmade items, most of which will be for sale.

Enter the raffle for the opportunity to win a variety of great prizes. The entry fee is $2.00 per adult and for children under the age of 16 entry is free.

What’s on South Coast Music Society presents

ANDREW HAVERON (VIOLIN) AND KATHRYN SELBY (PIANO)

Mozart Sonata No 32 in B flat major K454

Beethoven. Sonata No 9 in Amor Op 47 “The Kreutzer”

"Drama and Virtuosity, Power and Emotion"

2pm SUNDAY 28 MAY

St Bernard’s Church

Batehaven

Tickets

Adults $45, Concessions $40 Students and an accompanying adult FREE

Purchase tickets at www.southcoastmusicsociety.com Or at the door

Batemans Bay’s Premier

Entertainment venue

Gadfly 287 By Robert Macklin

It’s time for the Prime Minister to intervene. Otherwise, he risks the collapse of the ‘Yes’ case for the Referendum on the Voice. And he doesn’t have a moment to lose.

Ironically, the threat comes not from ‘No’ side but two of the most prominent Aboriginal supporters for the Voice, Treaty and truth telling on his own team.

Trouble is, they are not team players. The two rapscallions are of course, Noel Pearson and Stan Grant, who are so wrapped up in their own personas they can’t see the damage they are doing to the cause.

I have no doubt that Albo can. He’s been around the political traps long enough to understand just how vulnerable a referendum can be when one side splits on what first appears to be a mere technicality. He watched in horror as John Howard and his atavists chuckled in their beards as the Republicans ripped into each other over the manner of choosing an Australian Head of State to replace the British Monarchy.

He would be even more horrified if his promise to pursue a Constitutional amendment to accept the invitation contained in the Uluru Statement from the Heart were to suffer the same fate. It was, after all, the first promise he made on that night of electoral triumph over the Morrison Ministry to begin the rebuilding of an Australia fit for purpose in the 21st Century.

Indeed, it goes to the heart of our self-perception as a nation embracing the great southern land bequeathed to us by the first nations people whose love of country is so desperately needed if we’re to survive and prosper in a world where man-made climate change threatens our very existence.

So when Noel Pearson insulted the Aboriginal former human rights commissioner Mick Gooda as ‘foolish’ and worse, ‘a bedwetter’ for suggesting the removal of a few unnecessary words from the referendum question, the ‘No’ folk saw their chance. The words, ‘and the Executive Government’ are not just unnecessary since it’s the Parliament not the referendum that will decide the powers of the Voice. Yet the ‘No’s’ have raised it as a scary complication, and the great undecided centre right will split.

But perhaps that’s not the point. Mick Gooda might be right or wrong, but it’s the ferocity of Noel Pearson’s vicious response that elevated the suggestion to an excuse for the undecided to take the ‘safe’ option and vote No.

Stan Grant’s protest about his desperate ordeal in the face of social media threats and insults was sad to watch. His complaint that his suffering of racial mockery and vile verbal attacks ‘is in the air I breathe’, is shocking. But when you choose a working life on public television there are well worn ways of coping. Engagement with social media is not compulsory. It’s not even productive.

Of course, that’s easy enough for a privileged whitefella like myself to say. But there is a bigger picture, Stan, and it’s designed to make life very much easier for the Aboriginal folk who will follow you.

That’s the message, surely, that Albo has to get across to these two fine and talented blokes. Maybe it’s the first time since his election that the PM finds himself confronted by a really difficult personal challenge. But that, Mr Albanese, is what real Prime Ministers do.

The globe-trotting and the great social reforms are the good stuff that comes with The Lodge. But this is also what you signed up for; and the result will define the rest of your political life.

robert@robertmacklin.com

Bazza took a sip of his half full schooner and checked his watch again.

Bella, the publican, caught his eye.

“Mick running late, Bazza?…….. come over and meet my cousin, Kim………She is a social media influencer”

Bazza rubbed his brow and screwed his eyes before Bella made the introduc ons.

Kim was immaculately dressed and groomed in designer clothes with labels prominent. Her face was plas c like with make up in various coloured shades and hair cut to a millimetre of perfec on. Before her a neat arrangement of beauty products with labels facing a miniature camera on a ny tripod.

Bella concealed a smile and tapped her phone.

“I will let you guys get to know one another…… have a listen to ‘Celebrity’* by Brad Paisley. I play some American country music on Friday a ernoons for Old Tom.”

A seated Bazza’s schooner hugged the edge of the crowded table. Kim held up one hand of freshly painted nails to the camera and the nail polish in the other. She purred a product endorsement into a lapel microphone.

Kim took a break from influencing to offer an explana on of her profession. Bazza’s head was one me nodding and many mes shaking as Kim hurdled through terms; ‘click through rate’, ‘cost per click’, ‘deliverables’, ‘engagement rate’, ‘brand awareness’ and ‘hashtag’.

“So….. in a nutshell, Bazza….. more followers means more income from companies whose products I endorse.”

Bazza took a very long drink and leaned back.

An extended pause.

“So….Kim…..you must have a talent to a ract all these followers?……. Like singing or dancing?”

Kim’s false eyelashes flu ered but her forehead struggled to li waxed eyebrows.

“Not at all, Bazza. My talent is influencing.”

As Bazza rubbed his chin repeatedly, Kim ran her eyes over his appearance.

“You see, Bazza…… I could take you on as a before and a er project. We could start with a hair transplant company followed by an upmarket stylist. An electric razor company would jump at the opportunity to deal with that stubble. Some designer glasses will also help and I know a great cosme c den st to give you some pearly whites. A nip and tuck on that turtle neck will also generate considerable revenue for me.”

Bazza’s eyes widened.

Kim shook her head at Bazza’s ta ered shirt, faded ill fi ng jeans and stained hush puppies.

“I will earn some serious money re-shaping and re-dressing you, Bazza. A real estate agent would refer to you as a renovator’s dream.”

Bazza’s mouth remained open as Mick bounded in.

Mick was soon in animated conversa on with Kim as she scrolled through her iPad, with repeated ‘congratula ons’, ‘that’s amazing’, and ‘famous’.

Bazza returned from the bar with drinks.

Mick con nued to gush.

“So much talent, Kim…… so much talent.”

Bazza looked past Kim to the large flatscreen television and his eyes remained trained on Tina Turner powering through ‘Nutbush City Limits’** and smiled as Bella led Old Tom through the accompanying line dance. Before long other patrons joined in.

Mick let out a low whistle and repeated.

“You have so much talent, Kim…..just so much talent.”

*h ps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPgCSSNLv5E **h ps://youtu.be/zc-EHachhRE

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

We Come With This Place

Shortlisted for the 2023 Stella Prize By:

Debra Dank

A deeply personal, profound tribute to family and the Gudanji Country to which Debra Dank belongs.

We Come with This Place is a remarkable book, as rich, varied and surprising as the vast landscape in which it is set. Debra Dank has created an extraordinary mosaic of vivid episodes that move about in me and place to tell an unforge able story of country and people.

There is great pain in these pages, and anger at injus ce, but also great love, in marriage and in family, and for the land. Dank faces head on the ingrained racism, born of brutal prac ce and harsh legisla on, that lies always under the skin of Australia, the racism that calls a li le Aboriginal girl names and beats and rapes and disenfranchises the genera ons before hers. She describes sudden terrible violence, between races and some mes at home. But overwhelmingly this is a book about strong, beloved parents and grandparents, guiding and teaching their children and grandchildren what country means, about joyful gatherings and the pleasures of ea ng food provided by the place that nourishes them, both spiritually and physically.

Dank calibrates human emo ons with honesty and insight, and there is plenty of dry, down-to-earth humour. You can feel and smell and see the puffs of dust under moving feet, the ever-present burning heat, the bright exuberance of a night- me campfire, the emerald flash of a flock of budgerigars, the journeying wind, the harshness of a sta on shanty, the welcome scent of fresh water.

The Queen Is Dead by

Stan Grant

From Stan Grant, leading journalist and author of the cri cally acclaimed bestsellers Talking to My Country and Australia Day, comes an extraordinary and powerful call to ac on.

'History is not weighted on the scales, it is felt in our bones. It is worn on our skin. It is scarred in memory.'

The Queen reigned for seventy years. She came to the throne at the height of Empire and died with the world at a pping point. What comes next a er the death of what Stan Grant calls 'the last white Queen'?

From one of our most respected and award-winning journalists, Stan Grant, The Queen is Dead is a searing, viscerally powerful, emo onally unstoppable, pull-no-punches book on the bi er legacy of colonialism for indigenous people. Taking us on a journey through the world's fault lines, from the war in Ukraine, the rise of China, the iden ty wars, the resurgence of white supremacy, and the demand that Black Lives Ma er, The Queen is Dead is a fullthroated, impassioned argument on the necessity for an end to monarchy in Australia, the need for a Republic, and what needs to be done - through the Voice to Parliament and beyond - to address and redress the pain and sorrow and humilia ons of the past.

Momentous and mely, The Queen is Dead carries an urgent, undeniable and righteous demand for jus ce, for a reckoning, and a just se lement with First Na ons people.

100 Years Ago 26th May 1923

Mr. and Mrs. Barney Welsh, who handed over the business of the Criterion Hotel, Mullenderee, on Monday to new licensee, Mr. Jas. Turnbull, leave shortly for Cobargo where they have purchased the goodwill of the Post Office Hotel.

R. S. Brice is applying for oyster leases on southern and northwestern banks of the Wagonga River.

At a well a ended and representave gathering held in the Methodist Church on Monday last to consider the mode of transit in the circuit, it was arranged that a car be purchased by the minister and that running costs and deprecia on be allowed by the circuit. To that end a car expenses fund has been established.

On Saturday last H. J. Thomson offered the whole of Mr. H. E. Simpson’s Moruya property, but was unsuccessful in disposing of any of it by auc on. The highest offer for Ninderra Estate was £6 10s per acre, and for the 5-acre paddock in Page and Murray Street £150 was the limit. £600 was the nearest offer to the reserve for “Carlyon” in Page Street. Mr. Thomson, however, succeeded in selling the “Oaklands” farm containing 87 acres of alluvial flats, Mr. A. Lou t, of Mullenderee, being the purchaser at £2250. Mr. L. D. Colle also secured privately the 52 acre grass paddock near Dooga for £250.

The mee ng convened by Mr. F. Hutchings, captain of the Bergalia Club, to ascertain if the Moruya riflemen were willing to have their club re-instated as a branch of the Bergalia Club, was held in the Shire Hall on Monday. There was only a meagre a endance, those present being Rev. G. A. Sanders, Sergt. Hamilton, Constable Byers, Messrs. H. P. Jeffery and F. Hutchings

It was decided to re-form as a branch of the Bergalia Club and Mr. O. J. Armstrong was appointed Captain. As there are at present a number of local marksmen it is an cipated that matches between the two branches be arranged.

Bateman’s Bay. (From our Correspondent.)Travelling along our forest roads the past fortnight has been dangerous and many narrow escapes have been reported. The westerly winds a ained gale force and with flying branches and limbs of trees falling in all direc ons, travellers have had a trying me.

Mervyn Backhouse, eldest son of Mr. Charlie Backhouse, of Benandra, met with a painful accident on Tuesday morning. He was riding his pony as usual to the post office for the mail, but was later found on the roadside in an unconscious condi on. Dr. Cutler was immediately phoned for and on arrival it was found that the poor boy was suffering with concussion.

Extracted from the Moruya Examiner by the Moruya and District Historical Society Inc h ps:// www.mdhs.org.au

Through the Phoenix Community Wellbeing Program, a bushfire legacy book has been created for the greater Mogo community, with inspiring stories of resilience contributed by the community. The books will be given as gi s to local schools, community groups, support services and to the story contributors.

Congratula ons to all involved.

Special men on goes to Natalie Stockdale for her passion and persistence in cura ng this great book, to the Australian and NSW Govt for their support and most importantly to the greater Mogo community for their stories. Copies will be at Rally for Recovery.

Vets Issue Warning to Cash Strapped Pet Owners

With the cost of living rising, many householders are feeling the pinch but many are s ll choosing to spend their money on quality pet food because they want to invest in their pet’s health and wellbeing – both financially and emo onally. Vets agree, and are warning pet owners that in spite of the cost of living, not to try and scrimp by feeding their pets lower quality food because poor nutri on can cause diseases that require spending more at the vets later.

“Research shows that 41 per cent of Australian pets suffer from obesity which can lead to addi onal problems such as diabetes and heart disease. Oral health is also a major issue for dogs with periodontal disease being the principal cause of tooth loss1. Much of this can be prevented through nutri on,” says pet health expert, Emme Williams.

Pet ownership does not come cheap. In 2022, Australians spent $33 billion to keep their pets fed, healthy and accessorised. Dogs are also becoming more expensive to buy, with 34 per cent now cos ng more than $2,000, double the pre-pandemic cost. With half of all Australian households (3.7 million) owning a dog, that’s a huge outlay for the average family, especially in the current financial climate. In fact, last year, 84 per cent of dog owners took their pets to the vets but 68 per cent said they had considered not going because of the cost. 2

“The average dog owner will spend $25,0003 on upkeep over its lifespan, so feeding your pet good quality food could save you in vet bills later by preven ng major disease occurring in the first place,” said Emme Williams.

She said that just like humans, dogs need a balanced diet that’s low in carbohydrates and high in protein and it’s important to include raw food in your dog’s daily diet.

“Dogs love raw food and as omnivores, it is naturally what they eat in the wild. They need the ingredients contained in raw such as Vitamin A, fa y acids and amino acids for energy, health and strength. Raw food is much easier to absorb than cooked, heated, or heavily processed food which means your dog retains more of the essen al nutrients,” said Emme.

The problem with raw food is that it can be messy and unsafe for humans to handle. Emme suggests looking for high quality dried raw food, such as newly launched Animals Like Us, which is made from sustainably sourced meats and organs that have been flash freeze dried to retain the nutrients.

“When you feed your pet nutri ous food, you’re not only inves ng in your dog’s health, you’re inves ng in your rela onship because as every owner knows, a dog is not just for life, it is for love,” said Emme Williams.

References

1 Buff, P., Carter, R., Bauer, J. & Kersey, J. Natural pet food: A review of natural diets and their impact on canine and feline physiology. Journal of animal science 92, doi:10.2527/jas.2014-7789 (2014).

2 h ps://animalmedicinesaustralia.org.au/report/

3h ps://www.rspcansw.org.au/what-we-do/care-for-animals/owning-a-pet/costs/

Your step-by-step guide to bringing home a rescue dog

By Mike Halligan

The best thing about rescuing a dog is that you’re giving an animal a second chance. But rescuing a dog o en takes up a lot of me, and can be a huge commitment. Depending on their past, rescue dogs may have behavioural issues or habits they need extra training and support to deal with.

With many things to consider, I’ve put together a guide to help you make a responsible decision about adop ng a rescue dog, and help you give them the best possible second chance at a great life.

Do you have me?

Ge ng a dog—rescue or not—requires a substan al me commitment. Across their life they’ll need a lot of walking, training, grooming and play me. We’ve bred dogs to love spending me with us. Think about how long you’d be away from them each day. Do you go on lots of holidays? Is your workplace dog-friendly?

Remember: this is a long-term commitment. It’s not fair to commit to dog rescue if they’ll always be alone. You should also consider taking a week off work to help them se le into their new home. If they’re a puppy, expect your sleep to be disrupted for a couple of months too.

Can you afford it?

Rescue dogs usually have lower adop on fees than designer or pure breeds. But remember, that’s just the purchase price. It doesn’t include vets, collars, leads, beds, toys, treats, food, training or anything else you’ll want to treat your pup with. Ongoing costs will vary but the expenses add up fast, especially if your dog has health problems, accidents or emergencies. Many people choose to get pet insurance to reduce this impact.

Are you prepared to study and learn?

It’s vital you learn about caring for a dog before you get one. This is par cularly true for rescues who can require more support and may benefit from seeing a behaviourist or trainer. It’s easier to train a dog from the start than to inadvertently teach the wrong behaviour and then have to correct it. If you haven’t been the primary adult carer for a dog before, it’s me to start reading up on what’s involved.

Is Your House Ready?

Make sure your home is suitable for a dog and remember that different breeds will have different needs. Consider the pet’s size, your property type, security of outside areas and dangerous items you may have lying around. If you want a pris ne home, probably get a goldfish instead.

Are you prepared to be pa ent?

It can take me to find a rescue dog that suits you and your lifestyle. Adop on is o en compe ve and may take months. Addi onally, you have less choice when it comes to breed and age. If you have your heart set on a specific kind of dog, you might be wai ng for a long me, so be prepared to be pa ent.

Do you know where to look?

Adop ng a rescue dog is a rewarding process, but it can also be a long one. Unlike adop ng a new dog from a breeder, there are no wai ng lists you can join to help you find the perfect pet. Rescue dogs come from many places: shelters, breed groups, family and friends or even the street.

Wherever you choose to adopt your dog from, it’s important to do your homework and make sure they’re reputable. This means visi ng the space, speaking to people who have adopted from there, and checking reviews and ar cles about them online. Con nues…..

Reading - Pets

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Signs of a good organisa on to adopt from include: detailed knowledge of dog health and behaviour, offering ongoing support and training, allowing you to return the dog if there are issues, and a detailed adop on process where they ask you a lot of ques ons to ensure you’re suitable. Trust your gut, and if something feels off, find another place to adopt from.

By taking the me to consider everything involved in adop ng a rescue dog, and not rushing the process, you and your family will be rewarded with a dog very deserving of your love and a en on. For more informa on and checklists to adopt a rescue dog, visit scratchpe ood.com.au. Have fun, enjoy the process, and bask in the glory of giving a very deserving furry friend a be er life!

Mike

Halligan is the Co-Founder and CEO at Scratch Dog Food, an Australian-made and owned company which makes and delivers fresh and healthy dry food for dogs, and the best mate of his young pup Mello.

Fes val Launch & Call For Entries

The River of Art Fes val is back from Friday 15 to Sunday 24 September 2023. Now in its 18th year, the 10-day fes val will feature culture, music, visual art, theatre, and crea ve workshops around the fes val theme Celebra ng Place.

The River of Art Fes val is now invi ng proposals from ar sts, the community and business to be a part of this year’s fes val by producing crea ve works or providing a venue or gallery to host events.

The deadline for proposals is Wednesday 12 July.

Moruya Red Door presents: Acts of Passion

Following a sell out season with Agatha Crust and the Village Hall Murders, the Moruya Red Door Theatre Company's next play is almost here.

Two wonderful one act plays at the Moruya RSL Hall.

While the matinee will have the usual theatre seating, the night shows have table seating. So grab a friend and organise some nibbles for a terrific night out. Tickets on line or at the door.

The Ladybirds by Tony Layton and directed by Jack Spahr

A village drama group has lost all their men. The future looks bleak until a bright director agrees to help them out. The suggested solution at first shocks the actors and the villagers, so don't be surprised with what happens next.

Hotel Australasia announces Ba le of the Bands in Eden, NSW May 24th 2023

Hotel Australasia is proud to announce the launch of their new Ba le of the Bands compe on. Star ng on the 17th of June, the compe on will take place every Saturday night between 6.00pm9.30pm un l the Grand Final on the 5th of August. Heat winners will be chosen through audience par cipa on with the overall winners chosen by our panel of judges.

The compe on encourages bands in the Bega Valley and surrounds to showcase their talent and to bring the community together during a me of year when people tend to stay indoors. Three bands will compete for a share of $900 worth of prizes each week and the winners will progress to the grand final where one will walk away with a prize package worth a whopping $10,000, including a recording package by Bear Mountain Produc ons.

Rory Gallagher, Hotel Australasia's General Manager, said, “We are excited to showcase the talent that is on offer in the Bega Valley and surrounds and encourage everyone to have a go and apply.” Online applica ons are now open on the website www.hotelaustralasia.com.au. Links are also on our Facebook and Instagram pages @HotelAustralasia @PikesBistro

Hotel Australasia is in Eden and reopened in December 2022 a er a complete renova on. The stunning new hotel now boasts 8 bou que hotel rooms, a wine bar, Italian restaurant, indoor/outdoor dining spaces as well as an elevated dining room serving breakfast daily.

The Bas presents: Lizette Richards and Miriam Shilling

Exhibition: Practice what you teach Exhibition opening: Friday 2 June, 5.00-8.00pm Exhibition dates: Friday 2 June to Sunday 18 June Exhibition hours: Wednesday - Monday, 10am-4pm

Bas About Town presents local artists and Visual Art teachers at Carroll College, Lizette Richards and Miriam Shilling with their exhibition Practice what you teach. Both women have been teaching art for over 20 years and have spent many years specialising in their chosen media. Lizette is a skilled silversmith, creating wearable items in silver, gold and various materials. She also explores ideas in clay and produces functional ceramics.

Miriam paints with watercolour on paper. She also makes hand built ceramic forms as a basis for underglaze painting. Teaching has proved to be a way of enhancing their own art making as well as inspiring their students.

They believe the more you can simplify and break down the components that make great art, the more you can achieve it in your own work.

Carroll

College presents: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Carroll College have an upcoming Musical : Charlie and the Chocolate Factory The Musical will be held on Tuesday 27th, Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th June commencing at 6.30pm each evening.

Suffering from dizziness, poor concentra on, cold hands and feet, headaches, or even bri le fla ened spoon shaped fingernails. Any of the above symptoms may mean you are suffering from an iron deficiency. So why does an iron deficiency make me red you might ask. Anaemia or iron deficiency develops when the body lacks enough iron to make adequate haemoglobin. The haemoglobin enables our red blood cells to carry oxygen from our lungs to the rest of our body. So, when we are iron deficient every cell in our body is suffering from lack of oxygen, which then causes us to feel weak and red and experience headaches, dizziness etc.

So, the next ques on is why does one become iron deficient? The obvious answer may be excessive blood loss by women with heavy menstrual periods. Someone suffering from chronic long term blood loss due to gastric ulcers, haemorrhoids or uterine fibroids or even gastrointes nal bleeding from regular use of aspirin can experience iron deficiency. Disorders such as celiac disease, Crohn’s disease and general malabsorp on disorders can affect our intes ne’s ability to absorb nutrients from digested food leading to iron deficiency. If we have a high intake of tea, coffee, calcium and even antacids this can cause a problem. Our body needs stomach acid to convert dietary iron into a form which can be absorbed into the small intes ne. Antacids may interfere with this absorp on.

Obviously when we are pregnant it is suggested we should take an iron supplement. A mum-to-be needs enough iron stores to meet the needs of her own increased blood volume as well as that of the growing foetus. A foetus needs iron to develop red blood cells, blood vessels and muscle.

Vegetarians can o en be low in iron. O en vegetarians may source their iron from grains and vegetables which are poorly absorbed by the body compared to iron which is sourced from meat. Iron is available in two forms – ‘haem’ and ‘non-haem’. Haem iron is found in meat, fish, and chicken while non-haem is found in these foods plus vegetables, fruit, grains and legumes. Haem iron is be er absorbed than non-haem however taking vitamin C improves the absorp on of non-haem iron as well as if we are taking an iron supplement.

Some of the best dietary sources of iron would therefore be beef, liver, oysters, soybeans, wheatgerm, prune juice, kidney beans, apricots, parsley, and spinach. Once we develop anaemia, increased intake of iron -rich food is beneficial, however it is also necessary to take iron supplements to build up our low iron stores. We o en suggest taking a liquid iron supplement. Liquid iron supplements are generally more easily absorbed and believe it or not, have quite a pleasant taste. Always look for an iron supplement containing Vitamin C to assist with absorp on. You may need to take an iron supplement for several months or longer to replenish your iron stores.

Blackstrap Molasses is also a good food source of iron. See my ar cle and recipes over…....

Food—bought to you by GOVITA Batemans Bay

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For more informa on on anaemia or any other health problem call into see Bev and the girls at Go Vita, Your Health Shop at 5 North St, Batemans Bay or phone on 44729737. Don’t forget to tune in to Bev on 2EC every Wednesday at 12.30pm.

MOLASSES - A GOOD SOURCE OF IRON

When looking for a good food source of iron, you can’t go past molasses. Many ask what molasses is made of and there are in fact no secret ingredients – molasses is a by-product from the process which turns sugar cane into sugar. The juice is extracted from the sugar cane and then boiled. Boiling concentrates the juice which gives it a syrupy texture. There are three grades of molasses – “first molasses” which is the result of boiling it once and has the highest sugar content. “Second molasses” is boiled twice and is not as high in sugar. The third and more nutri ous is “black strap molasses” which is boiled three mes and retains the least amount of sugar. It appears iron levels increase by approximately 5% with this third boiling. Unlike refined sugar, which is stripped of nearly all nutrients, blackstrap molasses is sweet in taste and higher in nutrients. Two teaspoons of blackstrap molasses provide a li le over 13% of the daily recommended value of iron.

Molasses is also an excellent source of copper, manganese, potassium, and magnesium. Interes ngly, copper assists in the u lisa on of iron. This food is also a good source of calcium. Two teaspoons of blackstrap molasses will meet 12% of your daily needs of calcium. Obviously, molasses does have a sweet flavour and we find most customers prefer to take it in a drink, usually first thing in the morning. It can also be added to smoothies.

BLACKSTRAP MOLASSES IN HOT MILK

Ingredients: 2 tsp black strap molasses, hot water, ¾ cup milk or soymilk.

Method: Add molasses to a glass adding just enough water to cover the molasses. S r un l dissolved then top up glass with milk. What a great way to top up your iron and calcium levels.

NUTTY MOLASSES COOKIES

Ingredients: 1 mashed banana; ½ cup smooth Go Vita

Freshly Ground Peanut Bu er; ¼ cup Melrose Organic Blackstrap Molasses; 1 tsp Very Vanilla Aust Vanilla Extract; 1 ¾ cups Organic Road Rolled oats; ½ tsp

Simply No Knead Baking Powder; ½ cup chopped Go Vita Roasted Peanuts; ½ cup Go Vita Dried Cranberries, ½ cup Go Vita Omega 3 Seed Mix.

Instruc ons: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix and s r banana, peanut bu er, molasses, and vanilla un l blended. Mix in rolled oats and baking soda, then peanuts and cranberries. Scoop a rounded tablespoon of mixture and roll into a ball, then roll in Omega 3 Seed Mix. Place on a lined baking tray and slightly fla en with a fork. Bake for approximately 10 minutes.

Tuross Head Veterans Golf Results

On a cooler morning a smaller than usual field of 43 players registered for the Tuross Head Veterans Golf Single Stableford event on 23 May 2023. Winner on the day in a tight finish was Greg Bush with a score of 20 points, beating home on count back Bruce Ware with the same score. Next were Blaise Madden on 18 and Chris Wratten with 16. Minor prizes went to Tony Crook and Don Russell with 16, Cathy Milliken and Mike Birks on 15, and finally Jane Eglitis, Derek Hoare and Ron Hanlon all with 14.

Frank Pomfret took out the Bradman award with nearest the pins being awarded to Bruce Ware on the 4th, David Williams on the 6th, and to Shirley Quinlan and Neal Watson on the 7th. Peter Coffey won the Accurate Drive.

Broulee Runners Wed

24th May 2023

Good running conditions attracted an excellent field of 49 starters this evening with 15 recording Personal Best times. In the 2 kilometres PBs were run by Violet Turner, Ashlee Beby, Bonnie Lloyd-Jones, Max Gunn, Julie Amphlett, Ron Garbutt, Layla and Lani Riley. In the 3 Kilometres PBs were run by Ben Rosenbaum, Madison Ewans and Meg Edenborough. In the 4 Kilometres PBs were run by Monty LloydJones. Dylan Van Der Meulen, Nuno

Goncalves and Brad Turner. Nuno joined us this evening after a successful run in the Famous Boston (USA) Marathon held on 17 April where he recorded a time of 3 hours and 16 minutes. This was the 127th running of this event and it attracted a field of 30,000 from 100 countries. Keira Atkin competed in the Canberra Goulburn Cross Country Championships, and she come first place in her group and will now compete in the State Catholic Schools Cross Country in Sydney on 13 June. In the Great Ocean Road Running Festival held last weekend Bernie and Mike Lambert and Zoe Whymark ran the (long) half Marathon (23) kilometres. Bernie was second in her group in a time 2 hours 22 minutes. Mike was 4th in his group in a time of 2 hours 5 minutes. Zoe Whymark was 7th in her group in a time of 2 hours 1 minute. It was reported to be a tough event with lots of hills, strong head winds and rain.

Narooma Men’s Bowls Social Bowls Winners’ Circle

On Wednesday we had a good turnout of 42 bowlers with winners decided by Highest Winning Margin and this week the winners were Jim Constan, Kevin Callaway and Peter McKay (skip) who were on song throughout and a er leading 19 to four a er 11 ends they con nued that form for a 29 to 10 win against Pam Grant, Margaret Naylor and Sandra Breust (skip). Second place went to Sco Kennedy, Tony Cobcro and Jon King (skip) who led 10 to eight a er 11 ends before they cleared out for a 26 to 10 win against Vince Stocks, Darrel Goodridge and Jeff McCusker (skip). Thank you to Rapley and Sons for their con nued support.

On Saturday the winners, decided by Lucky Rinks, were Peter Dillon and Greg Ryan (skip) who were down 10 to 12 a er 13 ends and with never more than a couple of shots in it they came away with a 19 to 17 win against Tony Gors and John Downie (skip).

On Sunday we had one triples and a game of pairs with the winners decided by Lucky Rink and this Sunday it was Graeme Howden and Barry Lymbery (skip) who had a very close game early on where they were 10 all a er 11 ends before they drew clear for a 22 to 11 win against Sue Waldock and Jan Rapkins (skip).

President Pairs

Four games were played this week, star ng with Cindy Newell and her skip playing Neville Cork and Terry Lewis (skip). A er a ght start Cindy and her skip started to draw clear, in the very trying condi ons, to take the match 27 to 15. The next match was between Rod Holman and Tony Gors (skip) and Jim Constan and Sandra Breust (skip). The in-form pair of Rod and Tony led nine to eight a er 11 ends but Jim and Sandra then got their bowls rolling and a er pu ng some good ends together they drew clear to take the match 23 to 19. On Sunday Mick Cavic and Dave Herman (skip) took on Suzanne Dainer and Keith Picke (skip) and a er leading 11 to nine a er 10 ends Mick and Dave a acked the jack and drew clear for a 27 to 12 win. In the final match Pam Grant and John Sco (skip) played Clare Cork and Les Waldock (skip) and a er a very even first half Clare and Les led 12 to 10 a er 11 ends. The scores were all square on four occasions and on the last end Clare and Les were leading 21 to 19 but Suzanne and John moved the jack to hold two shots. Les, had one bowl to go, and like cream, he rose to the top and trailed the jack for two shots. Clare and Les took the hard-fought match 23 to 19.

Moruya Women’s Golf Results

Wednesday, 24th May

This week’s round was a Captain’s vs President’s Stableford, the Captain’s side narrowly taking victory. Whilst there were many great scores recorded, it was the two winner’s who led the fray.

1st Place: Captain Angie McMillan scored an outstanding 41 points

2nd Place: Jan Lumsden also had an impressive score of 39 points

Place Ge ers:

P Nash (38 C/B), M Muriwai (38), P Reid (37), J Hosking (36)

NTP:

5th Hole Pauline Nash

5th Hole Leonie Doolan

RESULTS OF THE 4BBB HELD ON 17th MAY

Congratula ons to Leonie Doolan and Vicky Goodwin on winning last week’s 4BBB with a massive 45 points

Narooma Ladies Golf results

On Monday, 22nd May only 9 entrants competed in a Medley Stableford competition.

One division: 0-45

The winner was Sharon Houston with a score of 32 off her handicap of 45 Balls to 28

Wednesday 24th May we had 38 entrants competing in a Stableford event.

2 Divisions: Div 1: 0-28 Div 2: 29-45

The Division 1 winner was Di Wilkes with a score of 36 off her handicap of 21

The runner-up was Jan Shevlin with a score of 35 off her handicap of 18

The Division 2 winner was Tania Burr also with a score of 36 off her handicap of 36

The runner-up was Ris Cheale with a score of 33 off her handicap of 32

Balls to 30 on C/B

Nearest to pin:

Hole 9, Div 2 Robyn Giblett

Hole 14, Div 3 Libby Shortridge

Photo: Captain, Angie McMillan

Moruya river.

With water temps actually warmer than the ambient air temps at the moment, the fishing is still going reasonably well. There have been numbers of whiting, bream, flathead, tailor and Luderick taken this week throughout the system, with the lower to middle stretches of the river producing the better results.

Preddy’s wharf continues to be a magnet for both visiting anglers and visiting fish. A few very nice tailor, some bream and the odd flathead can be expected from this area

The airport flats, still is producing a few nice flathead, with the occasional bream and whiting still on the cards.

Further up the river the town bridge area is still producing some nice bream, flathead, tailor and the odd estuary perch along both banks and from the flats in the middle of the river.

The upper sections of the river from Yarragee up are starting to cool off substantially, and as such are becoming harder to find fish.

Tuross river.

This system, no matter the season, will always be the south coast’s premier jewel. Flathead can be found year round, there are bream in the rack and snags, and more importantly, no commercial pressure. This is why Tuross continues to fish so well, year in year out!

The lower to middle sections of the river that are still holding reasonable water temps, are the go to areas at the moment. Anywhere from below the metal bridge at Bodalla to the mouth are going to be the best areas to fish. This allows for lots of area to try.

The flathead, bream, tailor and the odd whiting have all been found this week. So make the most of the water temp while we have it and get out for a fish.

Rock and Beach.

Tailor have been on everyone’s minds this last week or two, with good sized fish being found all along the coast. Wind sock has had some good schools of Tailor and some big salmon along this stretch of coast. The Moruya breakwall, continues to hold some good fish, with salmon, tailor, bream and flathead all being taken this week.

There are still some bream and whiting to be found on the beaches for those using beach worms or nippers. Make the most of them, because as soon as the water temps drop, they will move off to vacation somewhere else till next summer.

Offshore.

Snapper and flathead are still easily available to those wanting to go chase a few fish outside. The weather forecast doesn’t look too bad for this weekend. Day time temps are going to be pretty mild, with very little swell or wind. A good weekend to get out, at this stage.

We are in the process of learning our newly installed POS system, so if you pay us a visit this weekend, be kind, as we learn how to use it.

The bait freezer is stocked, still no mullet fillet as yet, Tweed still don’t have any.

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

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South Coast Property Specialists (Carlene Franzen) Tips #1148:

Annual Land Tax - Here Today, Gone Tomorrow

Over the past year we reported several mes on the previous (Perro et) government’s ini a ves at reforming the Stamp Duty tax on the sale of residen al proper es, known as the First Home Buyer Choice (FHBC). Since early this year, eligible first home buyers were able to elect to not pay the upfront stamp duty but elect to pay an annual land tax that would (apparently) then stay with that property when it was sold in the future. If the previous government had won the elec on they had pledged to widen the scheme to include a broader range of property purchases.

Well, what a difference an elec on makes. At the me of its implementa on, the Labor party opposed the new ini a ve and vowed to repeal the op on if it was to win government. True to their word, less than 6 months a er its introduc on on the 16th January of this year, the new Premier, Chris Minns, has announced what he has described as a “simpler, fairer” stamp duty scheme where 84% (or 5 out of every 6) future first home buyers will pay no tax or a reduced rate. They have also indicated that they will close off access to the FHBC scheme from the 1st July 2023 and put in place grandfathering provisions which will be put in place for those first home buyers who did choose to opt into the scheme. Under the provisions they will con nue to pay that annual tax un l they sell their property. The annual land tax op on will then cease at that me and not apply or be available for the new owner.

Under the Minns Labor Government’s changes to the First Home Buyers Assistance scheme, the threshold for stamp duty exemp ons for first home buyers will be li ed from $650,000 to $800,000 and stamp duty concessions increased from $800,000 to $1m. That means a first home buyer purchasing a property at $800,000 will save up to $31,090 under the changes. The legisla on is also intended to improve the integrity and targe ng of first home buyer assistance programs, increasing the requirement to live in the home from 6 months to 12 months.

As we reported previously, the previous government’s inten on to move away from Stamp Duty was generally well accepted by analysts and economists so this change hasn’t been met with broad support. The CPA Australia senior tax policy manager Elinor Kasapidis said while it was pleasing to see stamp duty thresholds increase, “it’s not enough in the long run”. “CPA Australia wants governments to move away from inefficient taxes like stamp duty”. “There is widespread agreement among tax experts and professionals that stamp duty should be replaced with a smaller, annual fee for all home buyers.”

I suppose it will be interes ng to see what happens at the next elec on. If there happens to be another change in government we could expect the annual land tax ini a ve to be reinstated again which of course could start to get confusing for everyone.

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