Beagle Weekender Vol 315 June 16th 2023

Arts ……………………. 25 to 30

Cinema ……………….. 17,18

Community ………………3 to 11

Reading ……………………..19 to 24

Real Estate…. 43 No ces…… 46

Food ………………………...31

Sport and Fishing………. 33 to 42

Editorial …………………..2

What’s On …………….... 12 to 16

Photo: Tim Clare

Welcome to this week’s editorial, For those who are new to The Beagle I offer a li le background of why The Beagle came into being.

In the leadup to launching in October 2016 I was spending a reasonable amount of me overseas. Like anyone who is away from home I looked for local news, especially news of Council as I knew that those at the helm were making some fairly ill-informed decisions that impacted immediately, or subsequently, on residents and ratepayers. The villagers were angry and the local government of September 2016 had a swathe of wannabes promising to turn it all around. From what li le I could glean most of the promises being made were naïve or undeliverable. It was poli cs and the Vote-for-me slogans were short on detail.

Most frustra ngly though was the realisa on that the local print media of the day wasn’t asking the hard ques ons. In fact they were either selec vely silent, lazy, under resourced or simply acquiescent, regurgita ng blindly the rhetoric they were fed. It was clear that the local print media was failing in its duty to delve, prod and reveal the flaws.

As we sadly discovered, the last term of Council became the most toxic in the history of the shire with Council’s reputa on falling to its all me lowest since the Great Dismissal of 1982. But rather than go unreported the con nued failures and manipula ons being carried out with what many described as an ego driven audacity was reported by the newly established Beagle that brought a spotlight to Council issues while serving the wider community offering free to read warp and we ar cles that celebrated the many accomplishments being made across the region by volunteers.

The point of this editorial is to offer that The Beagle served as a watch dog and brought to the a en on of the community the failures of Council execu ves and councillors, revealing the highly ques onable methods being set in place to further alienate the community from decision making. Sadly most of the councillors of that term were sub-op mal. As a consequence the shire was taken down a path that was set to place us in a posi on now being realised by Bega Valley Shire Council who have been given approval this week to proceed in pu ng in place a 43% increase in their General Fund Rate, as a Special Rate Varia on over two years.

This week we learnt of ABC making 120 staff cuts. Most significant is the removal of Andrew Probyn, the mul award ABC poli cal editor who has, for years, reported on, and exposed, many of the failings of our Federal poli cians and our Federal government. Mr Probyn was informed that the ABC no longer needed a poli cal editor because “they want to reinvest the money into social and digital repor ng roles”. The outcome of this decision will only serve to further dumb down Federal repor ng into scrollable eye candy that will be devoid of the depth of knowledge and repor ng that a twice been Federal Parliamentary Press Gallery Journalist of the Year brings.

Sadly Mr Probyn’s redundancy comes in the same week as the University of Canberra Digital News Report 2022 that found Australians are becoming more cau ous of news from social media pla orms, driven by greater concern about, and experience of, online misinforma on. The report iden fied that SBS and the ABC remain the most trusted news organisa ons in Australia. But what now if ABC drops the ball? What happens when the media takes its eye off our poli cians? What happens if those who know where to look when it comes to shedding light on poli cal or bureaucra c inep tude, mismanagement, audacity, subterfuge, nest building or some mes corrupt ac vity are no longer there?

Over the past six and a half years I have done my level best to highlight the failures of the previous term of councillors, under a reign that has led us to where we are now. If only we had a less gullible, less lazy, less indifferent and more dynamic term of councillors than we did, in the main, who dared to ask ques ons, who dared to challenge, who chose to listen to the concerns of their community and who dared to open the backroom doors that hid the festering legacy we are now star ng to learn of.

I wonder how much worse it may have been without The Beagle spotlight and the tenacity of the few.

For whatever reason there was, and remains, there is a lack of any intelligent ques oning of Council machina ons by local print media other than The Beagle. The main reason is probably the fact that local Council ma ers aren’t “sexy” and rarely rate in the clickbait world of social media. Added to this that most of those who might a end a Council mee ng are cadets, unable to apply a further depth of understanding to anything they see or hear, other than report on the text of an agenda. Most o en the crux of the ma er is in what is Not wri en and in what is Not said. And in the case of the last council term, what isn’t revealed.

It’s journalists the calibre of Andrew Probyn that keep “the bastards honest”. With his loss the spotlight will fade and the mice will play. But then maybe his loss isn’t all that relevant to a world that says “I’m not interested in poli cs”. That is un l a 43% rate rise comes along and they bleat “Why wasn’t I told?” as if they expect a bearded man in a funny coat holding a bell and saying “Here Ye, Hear Ye” to come knocking on their door. Fortunately, like you, we have many more coming aboard who wish to be informed, engaged and included.

Un l next—lei

Marine Rescue NSW to host women's workshop at Murramarang Bay on August 18th and 19th

GUEST SPEAKERS

Mark Davidson was the most senior officer and the sniper involved in the Sydney Lindt cafe siege on December 15, 2014, when Man Haron Monis stormed the CBD threatening the lives of innocent bystanders with a rifle and claims of a bomb. Five years on from the tragedy Mark remains trauma sed by what wasn't revealed in the Coronial Inquest into that event.

Dr Maureen Cleary OAM is an inspira onal speaker and high achieving role model to all women . Her speciality is the governance of Church, community and nonprofit organisa ons. Dr Cleary was awarded a doctoral degree from the Faculty of Business, University of Technology, Sydney.Dr Cleary was awarded the Order of Australia Medal for services to the community and non for profit organisa ons.

Elena Fletcher- Carter BSc Mental Health Work

She graduated from the University of Greenwich and went on to work as a Registered Mental Health Nurse. She believes in and advocates for equality, diversity, and inclusion in every aspect of our life.Elena was awarded "Mentor of the year 2019" at the trust where she worked in the UK and was involved in the Bring Demen a Out innova on project across the UK.

"From Stephanie to Dalia"

Dalia Napier a local Marine Rescue Sussex Inlet volunteer will share her story of her childhood abuse and how she worked her way through it. When a person discloses abuse it can be hard to know how to respond and what to do. Dalia is an inspira onal women who is ge ng on with her life. Learn how she made it through. Dalia is throwing herself open to any ques on you wish to ask.

Murramurang Resort has a number of accommoda on op ons available.

Visit the event webpage for more informa on.

Right: Member for Gilmore, Fiona Phillips at the 2022 Marine Rescue NSW women's empowerment conference. Picture supplied

A 'beau ful' result for TAFE NSW award winner

Ellie

Ellie Weaver finds joy in helping people to look and feel their best, so she’s over the moon that her studies at TAFE NSW led to her dream job – caring for clients in a luxury day spa with stunning views of the ocean.

To cap that off, 20-year-old Ellie was recently named Tourism and Experience Services Student of the Year for the South region at the TAFE NSW Excellence Awards. She found the job she always wanted at Spa by the Sea at Bannister’s Hotel in Ulladulla on the South Coast, a er studying a Diploma of Beauty Therapy at TAFE NSW Moruya.

Ellie joined the industry at a me when the Federal Government’s Labour Market Insights predicts employment in the beauty sector to con nue to grow by 12 per cent annually.

“I’ve always been passionate about caring for people and making them look and feel good so knowing I have the skills to do that is very rewarding,” she said.

“I was thrilled to win the student of the year award and my job is awesome – and I know I wouldn’t be here without TAFE NSW.

“I work with a great team in a happy, suppor ve environment and we even have a view of the sea so it’s the perfect place to do my dream job!”

Ellie has impressed her team at the spa so much that she’s already been promoted to a leadership role which the spa manager, Carolina Garcia, says is testament to Ellie’s care for her clients.

“Ellie’s training and demeanour and her a en on to detail means she gets incredible feedback from our clients,” Ms Garcia said.

“She always gives 100 per cent and if you want to be cared for and looked a er, Ellie is the person to go to.”

While studying at TAFE NSW Moruya, Ellie commuted from her home town of Braidwood and worked part me jobs to support herself un l she qualified.

She loved every moment of her training and would “100 per cent recommend” TAFE NSW to anyone interested in joining the beauty industry.

She has thanked her teachers for helping her to win the Excellence Award, which she has dedicated to her mother.

“My mum mo vated me to study beauty at TAFE NSW and she’s a model of who I’d like to be when I’m older,” Ellie said.

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DETOUR Road closed between airport and Broulee for tree pruning - 19 June to 23 June between 7am-5pm

Council advise that overhanging branches along George Bass Drive - the section known as 'the airport straight' are in need of attention.

For five days (19 June to 23 June) between 7am5pm, Monday to Friday, George Bass Drive will be closed between Broulee Road and Donnelly Drive, near the airport.

The work involves removing branches hanging over the road and assessing trees leaning over the road. Some trees may be removed if they're assessed hazardous or could cause problems in an emergency situation. All work will be in the road reserve only. If any tree hollows are removed they will be relocated and nesting boxes provided. Detours will be in place for the five days.

NSW Maritime calls for safety first, bar none

NSW Maritime put the spotlight on the risks of bar crossings and capsizing over the long weekend as part of a statewide safety blitz.

NSW Maritime State Coordinator Damian Logue said the Safety First, Bar None campaign was aimed at educating boaters, targeting coastal bars in NSW including Narooma, Moruya, Crookhaven River, Kianinny, Yamba, South West Rocks, Forster and Swansea.

“Across the campaign we engaged in over 1500 vessel safety checks and issued around 200 official cautions, with the top three offences relating to safety equipment, lifejacket use and licencing or registration

“Over the last 12 months almost half of all capsizings on our waterways have occurred at a coastal bar. Around 10 per cent end in a fatality and one in three with serious injuries. We want this to change.

“The 47 coastal bars in NSW each have a unique set of risks - even when it looks calm, conditions can change quickly depending on the tide and weather.

“Large breaking waves and changing conditions can make coastal bars life-threatening to boaters,” Mr Logue said. “Before attempting any bar crossing boaters need to equip themselves with the knowledge that could save their life. Our top tips for safe bar crossings are to check the weather, your vessel, and your safety equipment before leaving shore. Always aim to cross with an incoming tide, and don’t try and turn around once you start crossing, take waves head on and try not to hit them at a high speed,” Mr Logue said.

“We see far too many boaters take on coastal bars in conditions that aren’t suitable for their vessel, or their level of experience as a skipper. Know your limits, and if there’s any doubt, don’t go out.

“Always have a Plan B, so if the conditions aren’t suitable when you get to the boat ramp go to a nearby sheltered waterway - you can still have a great day out on the water and return home safely.”

Boaters are reminded to log on with Marine Rescue via VHF channel 16 or the Marine Rescue NSW app every time they head offshore.

Recognise this location on the Clyde?

For the past 3 years South East Local Land Services have partnered with OzFish Unlimited and Eurobodalla Shire Council on the delivery of the enhancing habitat for the Clyde River estuary project. The Clyde River contains nationally significant habitats including large areas of mangrove, saltmarsh and seagrasses.

It is well known among anglers for its flathead, bream, taylor, estuary perch and provides significant habitat for these and other species. Parts of the catchment were impacted by the Currowan bushfire in 2019/2020 summer which threatened higher levels of sedimentation into the Clyde River estuary and that created the impetus for this project.

South East Local Land Services engaged with local land managers, anglers and community members to raise awareness of issues affecting the Clyde River estuary and to rehabilitate and protect streambanks from erosion.

Three events were held reaching more than 60 community members, including a recent revegetation day at Shallow Crossing in the pristine upper reaches of the Clyde River, where OzFish Unlimited Eurobodalla Chapter partnered with South East Local Land Services and Eurobodalla - South Coast NSW Landcare to plant 600 native trees along the riparian zone in order to stabilise the banks and reduce erosion.

South East Local Land Services would like to thank project partners OzFish Unlimited, Eurobodalla Shire Council, NSW DPI Fisheries, NSW Department of Primary Industries Marine Parks, Soil Conservation Service and Transport for NSW for all their support throughout the project which ensured the success of on ground works.

This work compliments the many other important partnerships and activities within this unique catchment that are undertaken as part of the NSW Marine Estate Management Strategy. This project is funded from the Australian Government’s National Landcare Program.

Changed traffic condi ons on the Princes Highway at Mogo

Motorists are advised of changed traffic condi ons star ng this weekend on the Princes Highway at Mogo.

Inves ga on work will be carried out at the Anne Street intersec on from Sunday 18 June to Thursday 22 June as part of planning for safety upgrades in the area.

To minimise impact to transport customers and the community, work will be carried out at night between 7pm and 4am.

A reduced speed limit of 40 km/h and intermi ent single lane closures will be in place to ensure the safety of workers and motorists in the area.

Motorists are advised to drive to the condi ons and follow the direc ons of signs and traffic control. Transport for NSW thanks motorists for their pa ence during this me.

Bega: IPART decision on special rate varia on

The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) has approved Bega Valley Shire Council’s applica on for a permanent Special Rate Varia on (SRV) of 24% in 202324 and 19.6% in 2024-25.

Bega Valley Mayor, Russell Fitzpatrick said Councillors will carefully consider the implica ons of the determina on and assess whether to proceed with the SRV at the 28 June Council mee ng.

“Of the 17 NSW councils that applied for an SRV, 14 received full approval a er demonstra ng that without addi onal funds, they would not be able to remain financially sustainable and deliver the services that their communi es expect,” Cr Fitzpatrick said. “Three applica ons were par ally approved.

“IPART's assessment of special varia on applica ons involves a thorough evalua on of Office for Local Government guidelines as well as the valuable input received from ratepayers.

“The criteria require councils to demonstrate the need for the addi onal revenue, provide evidence that the community is aware of the need for and extent of a rate rise, exhibit relevant planning documents, explain Council’s produc vity and cost containment ac ons and plans, and establish that the impact on affected ratepayers is reasonable.

“This rigorous process ensures a delicate balance between addressing community concerns and Council's genuine need for increased revenue to enhance financial sustainability and service delivery.

“Should Councillors choose to proceed with the rate increase, it will be effec ve from July 1 of this year.

“The decision to implement the SRV reflects Council's recogni on of its responsibility to the community and future genera ons in maintaining financial viability.”

CEO Anthony McMahon emphasized the need for addi onal funds to adequately maintain the shire’s infrastructure, including the upkeep of 1,400 kilometres of roads, public swimming pools, parks and playgrounds, public toilets, libraries and the airport.

“Council acknowledges the challenging nature of any rate increase for many community members, but we cannot stress enough the importance of bridging the expanding gap between income and expenses.

“We con nue to ac vely work on repriori sing work plans, comple ng grant-funded projects and are commi ed to further reviewing asset and service priori es in future years to ensure future financial sustainability.

“Ratepayers are encouraged to assess the impact of the SRV on their respec ve proper es by using the SRV calculator available on the Council's website.

“We also urge those significantly affected by the rate increase to reach out at the earliest opportunity to discuss possible hardship

Watch whales from afar: skipper at Burrewarra Point fails to comply

With the annual whale migration season in full swing along the south coast, the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service is reminding all boaties and those on the water to respectfully watch these creatures from afar.

NPWS Area Manager Jo Issaverdis said this reminder comes after an incident where a small boat purposely approached a whale off Burrewarra Point, north of Broulee.

'While we are looking into this incident, our key message is one of education and awareness,' Ms Issaverdis said.

'We urge boaties, surfers, swimmers and everyone on the water to please give the whales space, and stay at least 100 meters away in all directions.

'This rule is in place to keep both the whales safe and the community safe. 'Adult humpbacks can weigh up to 35 tonnes and if frightened or threatened, can cause serious damage to vessels, passengers and swimmers.

'We understand why people want to get a closer look at these majestic creatures, but the reality is that interfering with the whale migration and getting too close is risky and unsafe for all.

'There are so many great vantage points from the coast where people can watch one of world’s great migrations, and with more than 35,000 humpbacks expected to pass the coast this season, you're guaranteed to see some,' Ms Issaverdis said.

Under the NSW Biodiversity Conservation Regulation 2017 all watercraft, including boats, surfboards, surf skis and kayaks must stay at least 100 m from a whale, and at least 300 m if a calf is present.

Restrictions also apply to swimmers, snorkellers, divers and those in the water, who must stay at least 30 m from a whale. There are also restrictions for aircraft, including drones.

From May to November each year, humpback whales make the annual migration from Antarctic waters to Queensland to calve, while southern right whales tend to stay in NSW’s protected bays and beaches to nurture their young.

For more information on approach distances, please visit the NSW Environment website. For information on whale watching vantage points along the South Coast’s National Parks and Reserves, visit the NPWS website.

Photo courtesy of South Coast Pix

New initiative puts a lid on lifethreatening bleeds

A new partnership between Southern NSW Local Health District (SNSWLHD) and Canberra Health Service (CHS) will improve first aid management of rare, lifethreatening bleeds for local end-stage kidney failure patients on haemodialysis.

The ‘STOP the bleed – Use a LID’ initiative is based on a successful program created in the UK. Patients, carers, paramedics and other health workers are taught how to use a bottle top lid to effectively stop a bleed until the patient can be transported to hospital for urgent review by specialist vascular surgeons.

SNSWLHD Renal Clinical Nurse Consultant, Pip O’Reilly, who co-hosted the ‘STOP the bleed – Use a LID’ launch at Queanbeyan Renal Unit today, said the program is being rolled out across all Renal Units in SNSWLHD. Ms O’Reilly says that while very rare, bleeds from an arteriovenous fistula or graft can result in significant blood loss, and even death, without fast treatment.

“Since most life-threatening bleeds occur in the community, outside of a dialysis unit, it is vital that local patients, carers, paramedics and other health professionals know what to do,” Ms O’Reilly said.

“SNSWLHD and Canberra Health Service Renal Network are the first renal service in Australia to use the bottle top to manage life threating haemodialysis bleeds.

“This is a game changer for haemodialysis patients and their caregivers, giving them peace of mind that they have a quick and effective treatment ready if a bleed occurs.”

As part of the ‘STOP the bleed – Use a LID’ rollout, local haemodialysis patients and their carers have received education and resources that include an information leaflet, fridge magnet and a Dialysis Access Alert Card. SNSWLHD is supplying the medical-grade lids to all those who receive training.

Marine Rescue

Batemans Bay are looking for volunteers for Radio Operators and Fundraising. Come and be part of this great community service.

No prior experience needed, we will provide all the training you need. Come on join our team today.

Register your expression of interest or complete the membership applica on at h ps://www.marinerescuensw.com.au/become-a-volunteer

Moruya RSL Sub Branch

welcomes all members, friends, veterans and serving personnel of the Defence Force to the mee ng on Tuesday,20th

June, third Tuesday of the month, at 2p.m. at the Moruya RSL Memorial Hall 11 Page St Moruya.

A number of items are under discussion so do come & join in.

All the known gigs to date:

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

Jun 16th - Simpson and Samson at Batemans Bay Soldiers Club

Jun 16th - Jag the Joker at Broulee Brewhouse 5-7

Jun 17th - Simpson and Samson at Batemans Bay Soldiers Club

Jun 17th - Steve Mar n – Club Tuross (6.30pm)

Jun 17th - Driving Sideways – Club Malua (7.30pm)

Jun 17th -Val Moogz and Yuin at Broulee Brewhouse 12:30-3:30

Jun 18th - Eurobodalla Live at Moruya Golfy

Jun 18th - Tony Jaggers at Broulee Brewhouse 1-4

Jun 23rd - Jag the Joker at Broulee Brewhouse 5-7

Jun 23rd - Mark Dabin at Batemans Bay Soldiers Club

Jun 24th - Mark Dabin at Batemans Bay Soldiers Club

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

Jun 24th - Singer in the Park at Broulee Brewhouse 1-4

Jun 25th - Giaan at Broulee Brewhouse 1-3

Jun 29th - St Peters Concert at Broulee Brewhouse 4:30-6:30

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

Jun 30th - Jag the Joker at Broulee Brewhouse 5-7

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

Jul 7th - Winter Sols ce DJ night at Batemans Bay Soldiers Club

Jul 22nd - The Vallies at Batemans Bay Soldiers Club

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

Aug 18th - Geoff Achison at Narooma Kinema

What’s on

Beat Winter Blues at the Kinema

The Blues at the Kinema concerts con nue in June with the legendary Bondi Cigars on Friday 16 June, hosted by Narooma School of Arts.

“The Cigars’ meless and unpreten ous music has long merged rhythmic, rootsy grooves with blues, soul, funk and R&B,” said co-organiser Pe McInnes of Narooma School of Arts.

“So it’s no surprise they’re widely regarded as one of Australia’s greatest R&B bands, s ll producing great songs and fantas c live shows a er 30 years.”

Bondi Cigars

Coming to Narooma Kinema Friday 16 June – The Bondi Cigars Frank Corby, le , Eben Hale, Shane Pacey and Alan Bri on

The Bondi Cigars are led by Shane Pacey (guitar and vocals) and Alan Bri on (bass and vocals), two of the founda on members of the Cigars. Eben Hale (guitar and vocals) and Frank Corby (drums, percussion, vocals) round out the current lineup.

Support musician is Jake Hoskins, from Margaret River via Queensland.

“Jake is reputed to have an infec ous presence and sound, with shows full of high energy and feel-good, toetapping sounds,” Ms McInnes said. “We can look forward to Jake’s blues and roots style with catchy melodies, soul-powering vocals, great guitar and honest lyrics.”

Doors open 6pm; show starts 6.30pm. There will be a bar with wine, beer and cocktails, noodle boxes for vegans, vegos and meat eaters, and pizza.

Tickets cost $45. Buy ckets online through www.naroomaschoolofarts.com.au, not at the Kinema. If you but ckets by 7 June, go in the running raffle for Bondi Cigars merchandise announced on the night.

Batemans Bay’s Premier

Entertainment venue

What’s on—cinema

The ReGrowth documentary is here! Come along to Narooma Kinema for a celebra on of ReGrowth! We will be screening the documentary film following the journeys of the young people from the Eurobodalla & Bega Valley who par cipated throughout the project.

All community, par cipants of the project, families and friends are welcome to come along and celebrate the incredible young people of our region. The ReGrowth Youth Theatre Project has run workshops with The Family Place, Campbell Page and Bontom over the past year involving crea ve wellbeing, work experience and theatre skills with young people aged 10-17 from various communi es across the Eurobodalla & Bega Valley. The process has been documented by film maker Ruby Mitchell, who grew up in Moruya, which has produced this final feature length documentary.

Doors from 12:45pm with screening to commence 1pm sharp on Saturday 17th June, followed by food, refreshments & live band across the Kinema carpark at Rooma Studio/Bend & Sip 2pm - 3pm.

“Watandar” Filmmakers are coming to Batemans Bay

“Watandar, My Countryman” is a film about an Afghani refugee finding his connec on in Australia to the central desert cameleers who came here from Afghanistan 160 years ago.

On Thursday, 22nd June, at 6.30pm at the Bay Pavilions, Refugee Ac on Collec ve Eurobodalla (RAC) will host the film “Watandar”, including a Q & A with the filmmakers.

When former Afghan Refugee Muzafar Ali, discovered that Afghans have been an integral part of Australia, he began to photograph their descendants in a search to define his own new Afghan-Australian iden ty.

Muzafar joined filmmaker Jolyon Hoff to document this extraordinary story of Afghans in Australia who have melded into Aboriginal and European Australian communi es. The resul ng heart-warming film takes Muzafar on a journey to find acceptance in Australia amongst his countrymen and Indigenous culture.

The screening of “Watandar” is a major fundraiser during Refugee Week for RAC Eurobodalla which raises funds and awareness for refugees in Australia and elsewhere.

At the opening of Refugee Week RAC will be at the Moruya Country Markets on Saturday 17th June with a fund raising stall selling book, clothes and bric a brac.

1 Adult $25.00 Concession $18.00 Buy ckets HERE

h ps://www.s cky ckets.com.au/qhphm/watandar_my_countryman_%40_bay_pavillions.aspx?

Gadfly 290

By Robert Macklin

The longer Anthony Albanese remains in The Lodge, the more difficult it is to decide just how complete is his mastery of the prime ministerial demands. Does he just look good compared to his awful predecessor (and his current Opposition Leader)? Or does he fulfil what a major defence contractor friend asserted confidentially last week: “Cometh the hour, cometh the man.”

All we can say for sure is that more than a year into his prime ministership he doesn’t appear to have put a foot wrong.

We can agree that he has a pretty strong team of individual ministers, starting with Penny Wong who leads his Senate team the way Sam Kerr runs the Mathilda forwards. Treasurer Jim Chalmers is one of the better economic comptrollers since Paul Keating snapped the budget reins; Don Farrell has exceeded all expectations in the Trade field; and Tony Burke is conducting Parliamentary business with the grace and charm of an antipodean Simon Rattle.

They all work together (so far) like a team headed for the premiership, while Albo himself is leading the show in the great international councils with a natural assurance that eschews the inherent pomposity of the old (and absurd) inspection of the guards and handshakes for the cameras.

But the area of greatest surprise is the way he and Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles have turned what all the defence experts expected to be his Achilles heel into a potential gold medal winner. It is an exercise in subtlety that combines two pillars of Labor’s aspirations into one that no one expected from either man.

Albanese has railed against the neoliberal movement to abandon domestic manufacturing in favour of imports long before the Libs took the final decision to shut down the Australian car industry. He is determined that we will once again be a country that makes things. But he’s not about to invest the national treasure in an industry like electric vehicles that is now fully developed elsewhere and where we lack the natural advantage of a massive home market (like China or the United States).

However, we do have access to some of the vital ingredients for high tech industries – lithium, rare earths etc –and that’s an area wide open for innovation. Combine it with our nuclear-powered submarines and the obvious next step is to enter the field of home-grown missiles which Minister Marles promises will be effective initially 300 km north of our continent…extending all the way to, say, Taiwan just in case we’re called upon to ‘deter’ aggression in that area.

If so, it is a masterly exercise in misdirection. Truth is, our RAAF with its 72 F-35’s (and another 28 arriving soon) its 24 Super Hornets and its amazing battlefield-controlling Growlers could successfully conduct warfare against any aggression in that zone right now. But missiles don’t have to be refuelled en route and a bellicose Opposition will applaud from the sidelines.

At the same time, of course, Albanese will be doing his level best among the AUKUS and QUAD partnerships to lower the aggressive temperature so that the research and skills gained in the high-tech arena can be translated - like NASA research - across the broad spectrum of peaceful activities.

Maybe the PM is playing a long game. He didn’t invest all those twenty-seven years in Parliament – most of it in Opposition – to squander the chance to make a difference. The real surprise is the thoroughness of his planning and the depth of his reflection.

When Donald Horne coined the term ‘the lucky country’ he was exercising his bitter powers of political irony. Could it be that Albo is the exception that proves the rule?

robert@robertmacklin.com

Reading—Have a beer with Bazz

Mick wended his way through the gathering late a ernoon patrons and landed the two schooners on the bar table.

Bazza nodded a ‘G’day’ and mo oned to li the schooner.

“Wooo up, Bazza!”

Mick flicked out his mobile phone and took photographs of the two schooners at various angles, including a ‘selfie’. He scrolled through his phone to post the photographs, looked up and grinned.

Bazza shook his head and blinked repeatedly.

“I like to let everyone know what I am doing, Bazza. They will look at the photo and know I am having a beer.”

They both took a decent sip and Bazza rubbed his chin.

“But why, Mick?… Do you for a moment think people will stop what they are doing, look at the photograph and say to the person next to them ‘Look….. Mick is having a schooner. How about that eh?’ And chat away for ages……..I just don’t get it.”

Mick sighed and leaned in.

“Cynical…. Bazza…..you have become so bloody cynical. Sending a photograph is a great way to communicate. A picture tells a thousand words and that’s why everyone does it.”

A long pause.

“Well……. actually it doesn’t, Mick. Most people pose for a photograph so it’s a false impression. In ‘selfies’ people are almost always smiling even though their world might be falling apart. It does not tell me anything about how they are feeling or what is important to them. All it does is assure me they are alive and in some cool se ng.”

Bazza took a sip.

“You see, Mick……. we might as well go back to the Ancient Egyp an’s Hieroglyphics if we are to communicate by images.”

Mick raised an eyebrow.

“Ahhhhh…. Bazza you can always add an emoji if you want to express a bit of feeling.”

Bazza took a long sip.

“Bloody hell, Mick…. another image…….why don’t we use words? You know …..the English Language? Even when we go on holidays we tend to communicate by photographs. I am be er off scrolling through The Na onal Geographic for more professional images. Now ….. once upon a me…”

Mick screwed his eyes.

“Crikey….. here we go, Bazza…… you are about to get on your high horse. I should film and post this sermon.”

Bazza half smiled Con nues over…...

Con nues….

“As a young bloke, Mick it was the opposite. When I travelled through India I would not dream of sending photographs home. Developing photographs and sending them home via post was a very expensive and me consuming exercise.”

Bazza paused for a sip and Mick rolled his eyes.

“Instead….. each week I used to buy an aerogram and cram as much ny handwri ng into every available space. The wri ng would cover my wellbeing, adventures, views and descrip ons of the country.

“I would also nominate a post office to receive ‘post restante’ le ers from home. The photographs were secondary. In fact, I waited un l I got home to have them developed.”

Mick took a sip and sighed.

“What’s your point, Bazza?”

Bazza sighed.

“Declining literacy skills, Mick……use them or lose them. Do I need to draw you a picture?”

Reference: h ps://www.theguardian.com/ australia-news/2023/apr/13/warning-declinein-australias-adult-literacy-being-hidden-bylack-of-data

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

Judy Turner: LIFE’S UNEXPECTED TURNS…

by Gary Keady

When Judy Turner compiled a collec on of 21 of her short stories and sent the manuscript off to a published last year, she really didn’t expect a reply. She’d had individual stories published before, but was delighted when Ginninderra Press accepted her manuscript. They released her first book, Watermelon Days, earlier this year. ‘I started wri ng a er a ending a memoir-wri ng course with Batemans Bay U3A in 2010. Memoir morphed into fic on, and I’ve been scribbling away ever since. I find wri ng a wonderful crea ve outlet. It’s both mentally challenging and rewarding, and I’ve made some wonderful friends along the way.’

A er comple ng several crea ve wri ng courses, Judy joined the Eurobodalla Writers. This opened up a whole new world. She found that sharing her work with others made wri ng more rewarding. The book, Watermelon Days, is packed with interes ng characters in relatable situa ons. The characters are o en flawed, some mes funny, and some mes tragic, as they take us on an eclec c journey. We share the hilarious experiences of two old ladies on the cruise of a life me in their quest to visit Hollywood. Feel a mother’s grief at the loss of a daughter, while another story tackles a son’s drug addic on. Two very graphic tales deal with bushfire trauma. We move from laughter to tears as we travel around the world from Kununurra to Canada. And there are some deligh ul memoir pieces. This book has stories to touch everyone. Funny, sad, nostalgic and reflective. Tales of simpler and more carefree days. Days of sunshine and freedom. Watermelon Days.

Judy said. ‘I would urge everyone to jot down their family anecdotes or just have fun wri ng fic on or fantasy. I think recording all aspects of our lives, both the everyday and the unexpected, is important. Who knows where it will lead you? Short stories and short novels are becoming increasingly popular in our multasking world.’ Judy calls them ‘little snatches of life.’ ‘Readers can enjoy a book of short stories anytime, anywhere. I began my wri ng journey late in life, but it’s never too late to start, or to join a wri ng group.’

The Eurobodalla-Fellowship of Australian Writers (Euro-FAW), known locally as the Eurobodalla Writers Group (EWG), has two groups that meet monthly. A night group meets in a private venue from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on the first Monday of the month. A day group meets from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month at the Red Door Hall in Page Street, Moruya. Annual membership to the Eurobodalla-Fellowship of Australian Writers is $45. For two complimentary visits or to join, contact: https:// eurobodallawriters.org/contact-us

100 Years Ago 16th June 1923

The Government Works Dept. has at present two men engaged blas ng rocks out of the channel opposite the end of the southern wall in our river.

Tilba district boasts a live Parents’ and Ci zen’ Associa on. On Empire Day, for instance, the local body provided a dozen motor cars to take the pupils for a day’s picnic to the beach. The associa ons’ regular mee ngs are always splendidly a ended. The president is Mr. S. W. Bate, one of the oldest residents of the district. Though 80 years of age, he takes a very keen interest in the associa on, and is most liberal in his dona ons to the school funds. …

Mr. R. Knight has been engaged to look a er the local Mechanics’ billiards room generally, a end to the ligh ng and supply the firewood.

A commi ee mee ng of the A. and P. Society was held in the Shire Hall on Wednesday. … The appointment of office-bearers for the ensuring year were: President, Mr. D. Hutchinson; Vice-President, Messrs. T. Flood and J. R. Milne; Hon. Treasurer, Mr. A. F. Emmo ; Secretary, Mr. H. P. Jeffery. … It was resolved to have the wire ne ng around the show pavilion renovated.

At the Industrial Court, Moruya, on Wednesday, M. Kea ng was fined 10s and costs on each of two charges of not keeping prescribed me-sheets and not exhibi ng on premises a copy of the last award. P. Mylo was fined 10s and costs on each of two cases of not paying over me rates and not keeping prescribed me-sheets.

A 17-year-old son of Mr. A. J. Fenning, of Bateman’s Bay, had a miraculous escape from death through a gun accident on Saturday last. The lad was out shoo ng, and in ge ng down an embankment slipped. The hammer evidently striking something caused the gun to fire. The charge tore the lining of the coat away, grazed the boy’s chest and severely lacerated the flesh and muscles of his arm. Dr. Cutler, who was sent for, had the vic m conveyed to the Moruya Hospital, where he was a ended. The lad has so far recovered that he was able to sit out on the verandah yesterday.

Mrs. W. Colle , senr., of Mungerarie, and her daughter, Miss Grace Colle , have come into town for a few months and will reside with Mr. and Mrs. E. Hawdon, of “Beverley.” (right)

Deau River – The a en on of the Shire Council is hereby drawn to the dangerous state of the Pigeon Gully Bridge at the present me. This bridge needs re-decking. For some considerable me it had contained several worn-out planks that apparently have not been replaced by new ones for many years, or, we venture to say, since the incep on of local government.

Extracted from the Moruya Examiner by the Moruya and District Historical Society Inc.

For us to listen, they need a Voice.

To the Beagle Editor

Dear Sir, You concluded your recent editorial with ‘… under Australian laws we are all the same.’ In principle this is true, but the reality is that it is actually something we strive towards constantly in the way we make our laws.

We all know that it is harder for minori es, those who are educa onally disadvantaged or those less wealthy to be treated ‘equally’. All you have to do is ask a disabled person or a member of a religious or ethnic minority if they feel that they are treated equally.

We make laws in our parliaments in order to try to remedy this and level the playing field. This is why I will be vo ng yes in the coming referendum. For over 200 years, the indigenous people of this country have not been treated equally resul ng in their becoming one of the most disadvantaged groups in the na on.

The Voice is their ini a ve. The Statement from the Heart invites all of us to vote in the referendum to change our Cons tu on to recognise First Na ons people and provide a structure for them to advise Parliament on issues that affect them.

If we vote this in, there is no obliga on on us as a na on to listen but, if we do listen, maybe we will have more understanding and maybe we will make the na on more equal in reality.

Our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples have so much to share with us if we can learn to listen.

For us to listen, they need a Voice.

Peter Phillips North Narooma

h ps://voice.gov.au/

Fantas c Mixed Media Workshops Coming to the Bay

Amanda’s of Mogo are thrilled to have the fabulous Greek mixed media ar st Antonis Tzanidakis coming back to Batemans Bay on his Australian tour, teaching his amazing mixed media workshops. Antonis will be teaching 5 workshops in July, Friday 21st – Sunday 23rd July 2023.

You can book all 5 workshops for a great mixed media weekend or just one or two classes. Classes can be booked by calling Amanda’s of Mogo on mob. 0436 357 364 or online via our website - (h ps:// amandasofmogo.com.au/online-shop/)

His workshops range from a geisha bo le, decorated notebook, and panels plus an edgy poison bo le panel. Almost all of materials are provided including most surfaces, paints, pastes and embellishments.

Everyone can par cipate, no mixed media experience needed, you will learn plenty of different techniques like pain ng, ageing, an quing and faux rus ng.

When: July 21st , 22nd and 23rd 2023

Where: Batemans Bay Marina Resort, 49 Beach road, Batemans Bay

Meals: Morning and a ernoon tea. are included. Your crea ve weekend awaits. Bookings essen al. Book Now.

Natalie Bateman explores mum’s country at the Bas

Ar st and Walbanja-Yuin woman

Natalie Bateman is inspired by her deep connec on to family and the beau ful land she lives on.

minga bagan, meaning mum’s country, is Natalie’s latest collec on of pain ngs on show at the Basil Sellers Exhibi on Centre from Saturday 17 June to Sunday 16 July.

Natalie always looks for ways to release her crea vity through vibrant and upli ing colours.

“I have found my style in triangles, steering away from ‘dot’ art; triangles and line work are tradi onal Yuin art,” she said.

The use of triangles in Natalie’s work represents who she is - her DNA and connec on to the land, and its beauty of sounds and colours.

Natalie feels humble when people see her designs move and shi .

“The flow between land, body, and culture is what I am seeking,” she said.

Most of Natalie’s pain ngs have the essence of her family - she considers them central to her life and crea ve prac ce. Knowing her ancestors walked on this land before her provides empowerment.

“Most of my ideas come from everyday living and the land - which feels so natural to me,” she said.

“The incredible colour, shapes and pa erns. The smells, sounds and the stories passed down from my elders.”

The opening of minga bagan (mum's country), is from 5.30pm-7pm on Friday 16 June. Cost is free and bookings are through Eventbrite

For more informa on, visit www.thebas.com.au

Above: Natalie Bateman’s exhibi on, minga bagan, is on show at the Basil Sellers Exhibi on Centre from Saturday 17 June to Sunday 16 July.

A STITCH IN TIME is an exhibi on of embroidery art by long me Mystery Bay resident Audrey Jean Coxhill. Running from Thursday 15 June to Sunday 25 June 2023 at the Narooma Gallery, Narooma

Audrey’s exhibi on presents a sumptuous collec on of handcra ed needlepoint. Each piece is carefully designed and drawn before she brings it to life with me culous and colourful s tching.

Audrey Jean Coxhill is a tex le and embroidery ar st with a deep passion for history and ancient arts. She draws inspira on from ancient Egypt, the Renaissance, Cel c and Medieval arts.

A trip to Europe in 1986 was Audrey's ini al inspira on. She has been s tching ever since, although rarely exhibits her work. Audrey, now in her 80’s has a flair for colour and design, as well as an extraordinary commitment to her cra . She has made hundreds of pieces including a 20 metre long replica of the Bayeux Tapestry.

Joanne Junor, a Professional Portrait Photographer, from Melbourne moved to Mystery Bay in 2021, and soon a er joined a local cra group where she met Audrey. Amazed by the detail in her pieces, Joanne knew she had to capture Audrey and her work in a portrait. With Audrey’s agreement she carefully transported over a hundred pieces to her studio to create the set. In the final portrait, now printed and framed in Audrey’s living room, she sits like a queen surrounded by all her beau ful crea ons.

Joanne says of the portrait they made together “I knew we had created something special and, I realised it would mean a lot to Audrey if she could have an exhibi on of her work, so I offered to help her achieve this. I believe her collec on is unique and needs to be seen.”

The opening event will be a morning tea held at the Gallery on Thursday 15 June at 10:30am. Everyone is welcome to come along and help celebrate the work of this amazing woman.

A STITCH IN TIME by Audrey Jean Coxhill

Where: Narooma Gallery (formerly SoArt Gallery), 92 Campbell Street, Narooma

When: 15 - 25 June 2023

Open: daily 10am – 4pm

Web: www.naroomaschoolofarts.com.au

Opening event: Thursday 15 June, 10:30am

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.

Recently I wrote about my favourite immune formula which I suggested may be helpful for treatment and preven on of colds and flu. We’re also o en asked for advice on a formula which the whole family can take. O en a formula taken by adults can’t be taken by children.

From all reports children are being hit hard this year with flu, which means it would be a good me to look at an immune formula for children.

Olive Leaf is o en a great op on, as it can be taken all year round. It’s a great an -viral, an -bacterial tonic which can be taken by both adults and children. Plus, it comes in different flavours.

If you start to feel cold and symptoms coming on, I suggest taking a formula containing Olive Leaf, Elderberry and Echinacea. This would be a great formula for children.

There has been a lot of talk recently about Elderberry for treatment of colds and flu. Elderberry is the small dark purple berry from the elder tree.

This li le berry packs a powerful punch with its high an oxidant proper es. I find Elderberry is helpful when in the acute stage of a cold or flu as it may help reduce the severity and relieve the symptoms of colds and flu, including a mild fever. It can also help relieve the symptoms of mild upper respiratory tract infec ons plus relieve the symptoms of a sore throat.

As I wrote recently Echinacea is a great herb to help our immune system fight colds and flu. It has been used for years as an immune booster. I like an Elderberry formula which also contains Echinacea and Olive Leaf because of the benefits I’ve listed above. This formula is naturally sweetened with a blackcurrant flavour.

We have also recently stocked an Organic Elderberry powder which is made from wild harvested whole ripe elderberries which are freeze dried to maintain the nutrients and freshness. Elderberry powder can be used in a smoothie, juices, yoghurt or simply sprinkled over your morning cereal. A warm elderberry tea with honey and lemon can make a great soothing wellness tonic.

For further informa on on cold and flu remedies call to see Bev and the team at Go Vita, Your Health Shop at 5 North St, Batemans Bay or phone on 44729737. Don’t forget to tune into Bev on 2EC every Wednesday at 12.30 pm.

Food—bought to you by GOVITA Batemans Bay

ELDERBERRY WELLNESS TEA

Ingredients: 1 tsp Power Super Foods Elderberry Powder; 1 cup boiling water, 1 tsp Organic Road Honey.

Method: Add Elderberry Powder to hot water then s r in honey and any addi onal spices e.g. cinnamon s ck, cloves, fresh grated ginger.

ELDERBERRY CHIA DESSERT

Ingredients: 2-3 frozen bananas; 2 tsp Power Super Foods Elderberry Powder; 1 Tbsp Milk Lab Almond Milk; 1 tsp Organic Road Maple Syrup.

Chia Pudding - 2 Tbsp Go Vita Organic Black Chia Seeds; 1/3 cup Milk Lab Almond Milk; ½ tsp vanilla extract; 1 tsp Organic Road Maple Syrup.

Method: Add banana and almond milk to blender and blend un l smooth. Add elderberry powder and maple syrup and blend to combine.

Chia pudding – Whisk ingredients together and set in fridge for 30 minutes to thicken, s rring occasionally. Serve chia pudding with frozen banana mixture.

High

performance talent pathway program for athletes from country NSW called a game changer

The New South Wales Institute of Sport (NSWIS) in partnership with the Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) have launched a high performance talent pathway program for athletes from country NSW. The program connects both targeted regional athletes and their coaches to high performance expertise and provides opportunities to develop their success in Olympic sports.

NSW Minister for Sport, the Hon Steve Kamper MP, was pleased to see NSWIS (NSW agency for High Performance sport) join forces with the Regional Academies of Sport network to formulate a pilot program focused on creating opportunities for regional athletes to explore their potential to progress to elite level competition and ultimately represent the nation at global sporting events.

“The Pursu32+ RAS talent program is a great example of NSWIS and RAS collaborating to identify and nurture young, talented athletes and their coaches from country NSW to be competition ready for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games,” said Mr Kamper. “This program not only recognizes the enormous amount of untapped talent in our regional areas, but also serves to provides young, grassroots athletes – our next generation of sporting stars – with real aspirational goals.”

The collaboration between NSWIS and RAS provides a crucial connection and strategic outcomes. For NSWIS, the program establishes a pipeline for talented athletes, while RAS will benefit from their connection to the Sydney-based Institute’s expertise and support.

NSWIS Chief Executive Officer, Kevin Thompson, said the Pursu32+ RAS talent program filled important needs for both NSWIS and RAS.

“The role of NSWIS is to support athletes to become world’s best,” said Mr Thompson.

“But we need talent supply,. . . the athletes . . . who when they are awarded an NSWIS scholarship are ready for the rigors and demands of an elite daily training environment…NSWIS ready…so ultimately, they are competition ready, can win well …produce medal winning performances at major international sporting events, such as the Olympics.

“I am also pleased to think this is a tremendous opportunity for NSWIS and RAS to further galvanize our relationship. By utilizing our respective expertise and resources, we can work together towards fulfilling our vision of more NSW athletes winning medals for Australia at major international events – including the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.”

The program’s first intake of 25 athletes aged between 14-18 will occur later this year. Each participant will have been nominated in consultation with RAS and their sport as having the potential to progress to elite level competition. Besides travelling to Sydney to attend an initial NSWIS led training camp, the athletes will also receive access to the Institute’s staff, the NSW Office of Sport online physical literacy program, and exposure to national level coaches.

Chair of the NSW RASi network, Brett O’Farrell, said he was excited by the opportunities the Pursue 32+ RAS talent program would provide the athletes who were selected to participate in it, and the impact it would have on sport in regional NSW.

“This program will build on the athlete numbers RAS has produced for many years working with NSWIS. Further innovation in performance support will also provide these talent pathway athletes with higher quality support, continuing our recent successes that includes 56 Australian Olympians being RAS Alumni in the past

two Olympic cycles,” said Mr O’Farrell. “Connecting regional athletes and their coaches with NSWIS at a deeper level and supplying more talent rich regional athletes can only enhance our ability to help nurture the next crop of Australian sporting stars from regional NSW. Today’s announcement will excite many young athletes, their parents, coaches, and local communities.”

NSWIS Director of Coaching Regional & Talent, Andrew Logan, said an important purpose of the program was to also provide regional athletes with an insight into the expectations they may face should they progress through to an elite high performance program.

“The opportunities we can provide regional athletes through the Pursu32+ RAS talent program, will allow them to understand – and prepare for – the rigors and demands of the daily training environment that come with being granted an NSWIS scholarship,” said Mr Logan. “The insights they’ll obtain through having access to NSWIS’s high performance staff and the Institute’s programs, should allow the athletes to literally hit the ground running if and when they receive their shot to join the calibre of high performance program NSWIS provides.”

Sarah Carli, a Tokyo2020 Olympian, NSWIS scholarship athlete, and graduate of the Illawarra Regional Sports Academy, described the initiative as a “game changer” for athletes who live outside of the Sydney metropolitan area.

“It’s so important for athletes to be recognised by programs like Pursue 32+ because it gives them backing and confidence that they’re capable of bigger things as athletes,” said Ms Carli, who represented Australia in the 400m hurdles. “It’s going to be a game changer.” read more HERE

Image: the Hon Minister Steve Kamper MP, NSWIS CEO Kevin Thompson, RASi CEO Brett O’Farrell and athletes from the regional academies. Pursue32+ might well assist the incredible talent that we have in the South East giving opportunity to those who might follow in the steps of Jaylah Hancock Cameron and Valentino Guseli who already compete internationally

Eurobodalla Netball takes on the State

Eurobodalla netball associa on post:

Fantas c weekend in Newcastle at the Netball NSW Hart State Titles A big thankyou to team white the games would not happen without you Abbey Dawson & Phoebe Kinnane

Also umpires from the Illawarra Results are 15s placed 13 out of 18 teams (6 wins and a draw) 17s placed 8th out of 20 teams (12 wins out of 19 games)

Opens placed 8th out of 10 teams (5 wins from 18 games)

Thank you to coaches, assist coaches & team managers & all the support crew involved in the journey along the way with ge ng the teams there The players come away from these tles a stronger more determined player than ever

WELL DONE Eurobodalla netball associa on representa ve players 2023

11 for 11:30am

Friday 26 June

Narooma Golf Club

$30pp

Presenter: Artist and musician Margaret Moran

Contact: Rosemary Towers 02 44762614

Narooma Ladies Golf results

The week started with a Medley Stableford event with 21 entrants.

Two divisions: Div 1, 0-26; Div 2, 27-45

The Division 1 winner was Di Knoll with a score of 36 off her handicap of 18.

The Division 2 winner was Moira Richards with another great score of 38 off her handicap of 33. Balls to 34

Nearest to pin: Hole 3, Div 1 Jan Shevlin , Hole 14, Div 3 Moira Richards, Hole 9, Div 2 Jenny Walker

The final of the Single Match Play was played between Di Wilkes and Chris Hendra. Finally, on the 18th, it was won by Chris Hendra.

Wednesday 7th June it was June Medal and Pu ng compe on.

Two Divisions: Div 1, 0-24; Div 2, 25-45

The monthly medal and overall winner was Jan Boxsell with a ne score of 69 off her handicap of 29.

The Division 1 winner was Chris Fader with a ne score of 70 off her handicap of 12 and runner up was Sylvia Donohoe with a net score of 72 ocb off her handicap of 3

The Division 2 winner was Maddie Robinson with a ne score of 73 off her handicap of 29. Balls to 76. Pu ng prize went to Jan Boxsell.

Nearest to pin: Hole 14, Div 2 Jenny Walker, Hole 17, Div 3 Trish James, A Stableford event was also played with 15 entrants.

Moruya Women’s Golf Results

Wednesday, 14th June

This week’s round saw 19 players turn out for what turned out to be a very closely contested 3 Ball Countdown.

1st Place: Judi Hebbard, Joan Hosking and Marilyn Bingham finished with a magnificent 75 points.

2nd Place: Angie McMillan, Val Nixon and Shirley Noy had another fine score of 76 points.

Photo: Judi Hebbard, Joan Hosking and Marilyn Bingham

Narooma Men’s Bowls Social Bowls Winners’ Circle

On Wednesday we had a good turnout of 40 bowlers with winners decided by Lucky Rinks and this week the winners were Heather McGourty and Jim Constan (skip) who were down six to 20 a er 12 ends before they were s rred into ac on and raced home to take the lead a er 20 ends on their way to a 29 to 26 win against Mick Cavic and Jeff McCusker (skip). Second place went to Bob Murphy, Peter Murton and John Spees (skip) who were down eight to 10 a er 11 ends then raced out to a 22 to 11 lead a er 17 ends and held off a strong, late, challenge to take their match 23 to 19 against Allan Chisholm, Rod Holman and Peter Jones (skip). The first res ng toucher went to Margaret Naylor at 12.46. Well done Margie, on song as usual. Thank you to Rapley and Sons for their con nued support.

The Blue Water Fours took up the weekend as Narooma welcomed visitors from all over and showed them some sunny winter weather and a great bowls weekend

Dixie Dean Triples

Sue Wales, Cindy Newell and their skip led seven to six a er 10 ends and in a very close game they lost the lead a er 13 ends before regaining a 13 to 12 lead a er 19 ends only to have Sue Waldock, Margaret Naylor and Sandra Breust (skip) take the final two ends as they went on to a 16 to 13 win. Peter Dillon, Rob Coulson and Greg Ryan (skip) played Warren Bender, Neville Cork and John Downie (skip) and John’s team found this a harder task than Round 1.

Greg’s team started well and they quickly moved out to a 14 to one lead and then John’s team came back and a er 14 ends the score had narrowed to 15 to 10. Greg and his team really got cracking again and a er picking up a couple of good ends they drew away to take the match 25 to 16.

Photo: Peter Dillon a acks the jack while Greg Riley considers his next shot.

Broulee Runner’s Results Wednesday 14 June 2023

Cold windy conditions confronted the runners this evening. However, out of the 29 starters there were 12 personal best times.

It was a night for families to show their quality. The Kerr family with Violet, Eden and Monica all improved their times in the 2-kilometres. Also, Max, Leo, and Marcus Richards cut sizable chunks from their previous best times in the 2kilometres. Anthony Snowball showed his class by reducing his 2-kilometre time15 seconds.

The McAsh family of Cove and Ewan improved times in 3-kilometres and Louisa improved in the 4-kilometres.

Lulu Henley managed to reduce her 4-kilometres time by 49 seconds.

Special mention goes to James Gunn, who received his 30-run shirt this evening. He is a talented distance runner having last week competed in the NSW Cross Country Championships in Sydney and out of a field of 110 of the best in the State he came 44th place. His brother Lewis also competed, and he also finished well up in this quality field.

Happy Bowling Days for Women at Tuross Head

On Thursday, in beau ful sunshine and on a magnificent green, six Tuross Head women bowlers played in the second round of the Consistency compe on a er having a bye in the first round. This is such a great compe on which everyone enjoys. It rewards the consistent draw bowlers who are able to get the bowls as close as possible to the “Jack” which is placed on a metal ring or washer. In a normal bowls game, if a bowler hits the Jack, it is an advantage as it disturbs the head and the bowlers have to adjust their grass and length according to the new Jack posi on. In Consistency, the Jack is always returned to the metal ring. The aim of the game is to reach 150 points to win. Points are awarded to the bowler according to the closeness of each bowl to the jack and washer- 4 for a win, 3 for 2nd, 2 for 3rd bowl and 1 for 4th closest bowl. Yesterday the winners were new bowler Jenny Marks who defeated Jenny Madden, Fran O’Connell who defeated Di Newell and Chris Roxby who defeated Stephanie Denne , another playing Cosistency for the first me. These winning ladies will now move onto the 3rd round next Tuesday, when Fran O’Connell will play Chris Roxby and Jenny Marks will play the winner of the game between Denise Lidbury and Marg Downey, which will be played on Saturday. They were not able to play a er each winning their games in the 1st round, as Denise was ed up with the District Champion of Champion at Malua Bay which was also held on Thursday.

A big congratula ons to Denise for winning the District Major Singles Champion of Champions and Di Challice for winning the Minor Champion of Champions. Tuross Bowlers are certainly holding their own in our bowling District.

Tuross Head Veterans Golf Results 14 June

Another good field of 51 players registered for a Single Stableford event at Tuross Head Veterans Golf on Wednesday 14 June 2023. Winner on the day with a fine score of 22 points for the nine holes played was Ann Ware. Ann beat home Gail Rogers with 18, Sandra Hanlon on 17 and Paula Coffey with 16 on count back. Minor prizes went to Maree Coffey , Shirley Quinlan and Dorothy Madden all with 16, and to Margaret Downey, Cathy Milliken, Don Russell, Bruce Ware, Steve Collins and John Cox all on 15.

Ross Hendy took out the Bradman award whilst nearest the pins went to Terry Lunn on the 4th, Steve Collins on the 6th, and to Gail Rogers and Richard Kelly on the 7th. Richard Kelly also took out the Accurate drive competition.

Narooma Social Bowls 6 June 2023

There was two games of triples and a game of pairs played on Tuesday. As we move into the winter months social bowls star ng me has been put back to avoid the cold.

The winning team, decided by Lucky Ends, (marked on the cards as ends 7 and 14) was Peter Hawker, Suzanne Dainer and Sandra Breust (skip) who scored a four and a three on the nominated ends to take the money.

They had an interes ng game where they bolted out to a good lead then lost several ends in a row to even things up before moving clear to win their match 19 to 16 against Leila Gosper, Clare Cork and Willy Blink (skip).

Dawn Kenny won the Rapley’s Meat raffle again. Thank you to Rapley and Sons for their con nued support.

Winner Ann Ware

Photo - Dawn Kenny and Vicky Herman check out the head.

Narooma Spor ng and Services Club Blue Water Fours Carnival

The long weekend saw the influx of top bowlers eager to give their best shot in the pres gious Blue Water Fours Tournament sponsored by the Narooma Spor ng and Services Club. Players came from as far afield as Sydney, Junee, Canberra, and Melbourne to name a few. A field of 26 teams competed and the rinks were filled with close contests where one missed shot could make or break your weekend. The closeness of many of the matches and the ability of some of the bowlers in the Tournament ensured that the spectators enjoyed every moment.

The final placings were not decided un l the last matches were completed with a couple of teams falling at the last hurdle and others showing their best form at the end of the Tournament. The winners were Peter McInnes, Will Penney, Adam Jeffery and Ma Sargent (skip) from Belconnen and Granville Clubs, who showed great form throughout the Tournament to remain undefeated with eight wins and a margin of 103 shots. Second place with seven wins and a margin of 84 shots went to Ben Loughlin, Billy Murnane, Paul Smyth and Ian (JR) Ewing (skip) from Brunswick and Altona Clubs Third place with seven wins and a 77 shot margin went to John Breust, Buzz Breust, Brad Thomas and Jay Breust (skip) from the Ulladulla, Dalmeny and Malua Bay Clubs. In fourth place, from Queanbeyan RSL Bowling Club, with seven wins and a 35 shot margin were Glen Morton, Wade Turner, Jamie O’Keefe and Joel McInnes (skip). Fi h place went to the Kiama team of Brad Rossiter, Tom Hodgson, Graham Hand and Steven Wills (skip) with six wins and a 69 shot margin, The final two rounds had 10 teams vying for a top five spot which meant the leader board changed as each team that lost their game slid out of conten on. Well done to all the teams who helped make the tournament so compe ve, we look forward to seeing you back next year.

A tournament like the Blue Water Fours could not be held without the generous sponsorship of the Narooma Spor ng and Services Club and their sponsorship is much appreciated. The assistance of Merrie and Sue who did all the work in the background helped to make the tournament run smoothly, thank you. Thanks to the umpires, Keith Picke and Clare Cork, for their diligent service and thanks again to the Women's Bowling Club who provided the wonderful helpers at the BBQ, a ernoon food and raffle sales. Thanks to Clare and Neville Cork who bought, prepared and cooked the succulent Rapley's Meat's hamburgers and steak sandwiches ably assisted by Sue Waldock and Sue Sansom. Breakfasts were cooked to perfec on so thank you to Sue W, Sue S, Vicky, David, Gail and Tony P and all the people who made sure the lunches and breakfasts sa sfied the hungry compe tors. Thank you to Brendan and the office and bar staff who catered for all the needs of the bowlers. In par cular a big thank you to Ross and the very able Green's staff for producing the greens in such great order.

Ken Lee Memorial Trophy

As part of the Blue Water Fours a trophy in memory of big Kenny Lee was played for by teams with Narooma or Junee players in them. Ken was a well-known and much liked Narooma Club member who loved to par cipate in the Blue Water Fours and it was fi ng that his family and friends decided that his Memorial Trophy should be played for in that event. The winners of the Memorial Trophy were the Narooma team of Peter Ha am, Tony Palmer, Dennis Maggs and Les Waldock (skip) with five wins and a 9 shot margin, well done to your team Les I know Kenny's family and friends were very happy with the result.

Winners of the NSSC 2023 Blue Water Fours—President of the NSSC Barry Goodwin, and Opera ons Manager, Brendan Ma ers present the winning cheque to the winners of the NSSC Blue Water Fours - Peter McInnes, Adam Jeffery, Ma Sargent (skip) and Will Penney from Belconnen and Granville Bowls clubs.

Moruya River.

With the winter season starting to settle in, the fishing is also starting to slow in the river. The upper reaches of the river have slowed up considerably, with any fish coming from these stretches coming from the deeper holes. Baits and burley have still been working, as have slowly worked soft plastics or bladed style lures fished deep and slow.

The holes up around the hospital stretch of the river this time of year can hold a few nice bream and flathead. Most of the action this week has been from the quarry wharf down to the river mouth. The water temp down here is still on the warming side, and there has been a few nice tailor still around. We can expect them to start to disappear over the next week or two. The airport flats are still holding a few active flathead, as this stretch of the river is the warmest with the last of the warmer seas temps influencing fish activity. Expect to also fiend a few bream making the most of the slightly warmer temps before they retreat to the deeper holes for the winter.

Tuross River.

There are still a few prawns to be had in Coila lake this weekend with the dark this weekend. Night time air temps are getting decidedly cool, so rug up If you are going for a few late season prawns. Realistically, this dark will probably be the last of the prawns for the winter.

The lower sections of Tuross have been the most productive this week, with flathead and bream still available to those who wish to use baits or lures. Areas from 4 ways down towards the river mouth have seen a few tailor also lurking around as well as trevally.

The further up the system you go, the slower you need to fish. Get a burley trial going for those using baits, or make sure your lure presentations are getting down into the deeper holes.

Rock and beach.

There are some big salmon running on the beaches at the moment, with these hard fishing fish constantly on the move, you may have to try a few stretches to find them. Look for deep well defined gutters and you will most likely find a fish or two. Windsock always has a good sized gutter that seems to hold a fish or two.

The Moruya breakwall, this time of year, is a great place to look for fish. It providers easy access to range of species, but the humble salmon is usually fairly easily found from the wall. Drummer have been on the chew from the rocks this last week, and a good burley trail of soaked white bread, with prawn shells and heads, can tempt some sizeable fish right to your feet.

Offshore.

There have been some very nice snapper taken this week, while the leather jackets have moved into around the 40-50m mark with some rather large fish being caught. They can be very taxing on your gear, with bite offs a regular occurrence. You can add a short length of wire grace if you want to reduce the chances of this happening. But moving into shallower water is also a good option. There are still some nice flathead to be taken in the 20m marks.

For the game crews there have been reports of blue fin tuna around the 151 line, depending on where you launch from, this can be several hours of travel to reach. The rewards of a nice sized bluefin are more than worth the expense for those that enjoy chasing them.

After a very busy June long weekend last weekend, there are some holes in our stock range, with the bait freezer looking a little worse for wear at the moment. This will be rectified on the next visit from the bait guys. There are certain lines, but that during the slower winter season, we hold off ordering. So if there is something you need that we are out of, please let us know, and we can look at ordering it in for you.

The forecast for the weekend look to be ok at this stage, with no real swell or wind forecast, it looks to be a good weekend to get out and chase a fish or two.

Stay safe everyone and remember, “every days a good day for fishing…” Team Tackle World Moruya.

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