Far South Coast Region
JULY2015
Wonderfull Winter On the Far South Coast
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The Great War Bega Pioneers Museum
Inside • Art Trail • Collectibles Trail • What to See and Do • What's On • Live Music Guide • Monthly Markets • Regional Map
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On 4th - 5th July, Batemans Bay Antiques and Collectible Fair, at Sunshine Bay Primary School, Batemans Bay Delve into the world of antiques to find that unique piece of history to take home, that childhood memory, the collectible you have been searching for or simply an item that creates a talking point in your home. Valuations will be available for $5 per item or 3 pieces for $10 (maximum of 3 items). Entry is $5 adults, $12 family, accompanied children under 12 years free. The Fair is open from 9:15am – 5:30pm on Saturday 4th and 9am - 2pm on Sunday 5th. For more information contact Peter 0407 784 679 or Marc on 0401 230 069.
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Please visit our delightfully different shop full of a wide range of quirky and interesting books, Shire albums, sheet music, vintage postcards, educational toys, puppets, flags, thimbles, costume jewellery, crystals and gemstones and lots more! Ph: 4474 5708 13 Princes Hwy Mogo
Be inspired by an eclectic mix of antique and vintage wares, curios, fossils, jewellery, accessories, furniture and selected gifts, all housed in an original 1895 cottage. Ph: 4473 7226 12 Bate St Central Tilba
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A sustainable approach to furnishing your humble abode with a conscious choice that benefits our community and the environment. As well as local art, honey and handmade gifts from our beautiful town. Open Tue-Fri 10-4, and Sat 9 -12. Ph: 0422 856 134 Shop 3, 120 Wagonga St Narooma
The funkiest little decor & gift shop in the deep south! Antiques, vintage, retro, art, books, records, unique gifts, homewares, artisan made furniture & decor, investment art. Open 9.30 5.30 Mon to Fri, 10am to 12.30 Sat Ph: 6492 4441 8 Canning St Bega
3 - Narooma New & Used
6 - Bull & Cow Antiques
We buy, sell and trade. Thousands of CDs, DVDs and second hand books. Quality furniture & bedding. Antiques, retro, collectibles. Bric-a-brac, local removals.
We are not expensive we only look that way! Restoration and custom made furniture service available. Open Mon-Fri 9.30 - 5pm, Sat 9.30 - 1.00pm Ph: 0437 721 513 Cnr Carp & Canning Sts Bega
Ph: 4476 1107 122 Wagonga St Narooma
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What's On - July 1st March - 18th October - J R Logan - Community & Nation, Eden Killer Whale Museum A fascinating exhibition that delves into the life of J R Logan, one of Eden's great champions. He established the town's first electricity plant a century ago, and is considered by some as the father of the Snowy Hydro-Electric Scheme. He also ensured that the skeleton of Old Tom was preserved, and secured a permanent home for it. Read more on page 6, or go to www.killerwhalemuseum.com.au 1st - 31st July - The Great War: Tales from the Far South Coast, Bega Pioneers Museum, Bega Taking a regional perspective of World War One, the Bega Pioneers Museum focuses on the experiences of locals serving overseas. Discover the stories behind everyday local heroes, such as Sister Corkhill from Central Tilba, one of only seven Australian nurses to be awarded the Military Medal. There's more on page 20, or go to begapioneersmuseum.webhive.com.au/ 3rd July - Pyjama Party, Magic Mountain, Merimbula Magic Mountain is finishing off its 2014/2015 season with a pyjama party. With lots of sleep-over games and PJ party fun, Saturday 3rd July will be great fun for all. Wear your best bedtime gear. Details on page 15 or go to www.magicmountain.net.au 3rd - 5th July - Book Fair, Bega Showground Pavilion, Bega Presented by the Bega Rotary Club, this two and a half day bi-annual event is a great way to recycle a large quantity of books, whilst raising funds and promoting literacy within the community. The Book Fair is one of the major projects that has enabled the Rotary Club of Bega to raise thousands of dollars for projects in the community. For more information, visit www.begarotary.org.au/
4th - 5th July - Batemans Bay Antiques and Collectible Fair, Sunshine Bay Primary School Delve into the world of antiques to find that unique piece of history to take home, that childhood memory, the collectible you have been searching for or simply an item that creates a talking point in your home. Valuations will available for $5 per item or 3 pieces for $10 (maximum of 3 items). Entry is $5 adults, $12 family, accompanied children under 12 years free. The Fair is open from 9:15am – 5:30pm on Saturday 4th and 9am - 2pm on Sunday 5th. For more information contact Peter 0407 784 679 or Marc on 0401 230 069.
1st - 31st July - The Great War, Bega Pioneers Museum, Bega
11th July - Rally of the Bay, Batemans Bay The Rally of the Bay rightfully has a reputation for the best drivers' roads in New South Wales rallying. As part of the NSW Rally Championship, the Rally of the Bay attracts a bumper field of the state's best car drivers. Check the website for details - www.rallynsw. com.au/events/bay-stages/
3rd July - Pyjama Party, Magic Mountain, Merimbula
11th July - Canberra Burns Club Pipe Band, Merimbula RSL, Merimbula To be transported to Scotland for an afternoon, make sure you get to the Merimbula RSL for the Canberra Burns Club Pipe Band's concert “Up and Awa”. Bagpipes, drums and plenty of tartan will satisfy the Scot in us all. Tickets available from the RSL by phoning 6495 1502 or call 0419 143 502 or 0412 635 798 for general enquiries.
4th - 5th July - Batemans Bay Antiques & Collectibles Fair, Sunshine Bay
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From the Editor
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July Welcome to July and welcome to winter on the Far South Coast. There are lots of things to do these school holidays - there's a list on page 14 to work your way through. Just because it's winter doesn't mean you need to stay indoors all day - it might be cold at night, but a good frost is nearly always followed by a beautiful clear, sunny day. The cooler day time temperatures are perfect for bushwalking or an invigorating stroll along the beach - much nicer than sweating it out in the middle of summer! It's also a great time to get out and explore the many towns and villages between the escarpment and the coast. Historic buildings, quirky shops, great galleries, fantastic cafes and restaurants without the busy summer
crowds are all waiting to be explored. To learn more about the development of Eden, drop in to the Eden Killer Whale Museum this month. There's a fascinating exhibition about the life and achievements of JR Logan, the man who brought electricity plus a whole lot more to the town in the 1920s and 1930s. Read more on page 6. With some of the frosts we've been having, you can almost imagine you're in Scotland. At the Merimbula RSL on 11th July you'll hear traditional Scottish pipe and drum music, and it will sound like Scotland too. Our What's On feature on page 3 details more events happening this month on the coast. Have a great time this July whatever you decide to do!
Contents Antiques & Collectibles Trail What's On Art Galleries Coast Map Live Entertainment Markets Bushwalking
Towns Eden Pambula Merimbula Bega Tathra Cobargo Bermagui Tilba Narooma Mogo Batemans Bay
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George Bass and Matthew Flinders were the first Europeans to ‘discover’ Twofold Bay in 1798, but the region had been inhabited by members of the Yuin nation for thousands of years, attracted by the rich food resources offered by the sea and surrounding forests. Local Aboriginal people had a strong connection with killer whales, and this included the harvesting of small whales and fish that killer whales herded into the shallows. A permanent shore-based whaling station was first established by the Imlay Brothers in the 1830s, and whaling continued for another century.
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For a real taste of life in the whaling industry you can also visit Davidson Whaling Station, the longest operating shore-based whaling station in Australia, located on Kiah Inlet at Twofold Bay. Historic Boydtown is also worth a visit - make sure you drop in to the beautifully restored Seahorse Inn. You can experience some of Eden's history and see the skeleton of “Old Tom”, Eden’s famous killer whale, at the Eden Killer Whale Museum. Eden is now famous as a destination for whale-watching, with migrations occurring in late autumn and spring. The Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre, located on Main Wharf, has displays of the local marine environment.
What to See & Do Visit the Eden Killer Whale Museum Go whale & dolphin watching Check out the fishing trawlers at Eden Wharf Wander through the Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre Hire a fishing charter, take a cruise or try sea kayaking on Twofold Bay VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Mitchell Street, Eden Ph: 02 6496 1953
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superb venues provide a smorgasbord of activities, entertainment and fantastic dining!
Eden Fishermen’s Recreation Club 217 Imlay Street Eden . Phone: 6496 1577 www.edenfishermens.com.au
Eden Gardens Country Club Princes Hwy Eden . Phone: 6496 1126 www.edenfishermens.com.au
● Club Keno ● Club TAB ● Raffles ● Free child-minding ● Sky ● Bingo ● Regular entertainment ● Lunch and dinner 7 days a week
● 18 hole championship golf course ● Fully stocked pro shop ● Lawn bowls ● No crowds, no stress ● Restaurant - Chinese and Australian menu 7 days lunch and dinner
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J R Logan: Community & Nation exhibition at Killer Whale Museum
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from overseas on designs of Canadian log cabins. He created a scale model of the cabin, secured building permission from the Girl Guide movement and oversaw the building of the cabin which was opened in 1936. When John Ronaldson Logan passed away at Edrom Lodge in 1937, an Australian newspaper article described his death as the loss of a ‘true patriot’. J R Logan: Community and Nation commemorates the contribution of this visionary man who served his country both formally during the First World War, and voluntarily upon his return. The exhibition also reflects on his determination and fervour to build the community’s infrastructure, and expand the town’s opportunities through utilising its natural wealth. The exhibition is on show until 18th October - details at www.killerwhalemuseum.com.au
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When you turn on a light switch in Eden, think of John Ronaldson Logan, the local entrepreneur who established the town’s first public electricity plant a century ago. By some he is also considered the father of the Snowy Hydro-Electric Scheme, so passionate was he about the scheme and its potential for Eden and the district, he expended a great deal of personal time and finances planning and campaigning the merits of the project. Eden Killer Whale Museum also stands as testimony to Logan’s contribution to Eden. He showed great foresight in having the skeleton of the killer whale known as Old Tom preserved, and in securing a permanent home for it, allowing visitors from around the world to continue to experience the retelling of Eden’s killer whales and whaling stories. Logan built the beautiful Edrom Lodge as his family's home on the shores of Twofold Bay, now a heritage listed property located near the multi-purpose wharf. Taking three years to build and employing many locals, the construction of 'Edrom' as it was then known, was a boon to the Eden economy. Another local landmark that remains a symbol of Logan’s community spirit is the Log Cabin located in Bass Street. When he became aware that his daughter's girl guide brigade were desperate for a meeting place, Logan bought land and sourced information
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The Pambula River floodplain was for thousands of years a source of food and materials for the Thaua people of the Yuin nation. Europeans first explored the region during George Bass's southern voyage
of 1797. Seeking shelter from a gale, Bass travelled up the Pambula River, noting its beauty in his diary. A marker has been erected by the National Parks and Wildlife Service on this historic site. European settlement began in the 1830s, with the original township built on the southern banks of the Pambula River. Severe flooding in the 1860s meant the town had to be re-located to its present site on higher ground. Pambula’s historic past is still very much in evidence, with beautifully restored and maintained historic buildings and farmhouses. Pambula now has an eclectic mix of businesses, with art galleries, cafes, restaurants, retailers, pubs, a wine bar selling locally made wines and local produce, a bakery, deli, organic and bulk food shop and even an oldfashioned milkbar.
of the floodplain and former race course. Just 5 minutes east of the village is Pambula Beach, set between the ocean, the mouth of Pambula River and Ben Boyd National Park. Pambula Beach has an excellent swimming beach patrolled by the Pambula Surf Life Saving Club, a dog friendly beach at Middle Beach and the beautiful Pambula Rivermouth, with a playground and barbecue.
What to See & Do Enjoy the beautiful historic buildings of Pambula Village Stroll around Panboola's wetlands and amazing revegetation areas, including the Old Racecourse. Visit the friendly kangaroos at Pambula Beach
At the southern end of the town is Panboola, a community-managed recreational area that is restoring parts
Try some oysters at Pambula Lake
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Far South Coast Art Galleries
Art Galleries Trail Batemans Bay to Eden 1. The Land of Many Waters Gallery The Land of Many Waters Gallery Batemans Bay Visitors Centre, Princes Highway, Batemans Bay. Ph 4472 6900. Open 7 days. Mixed exhibition featuring local artists working with textiles, print, pastel, paint and more. All work for sale. Visit www.eurobodalla.com.au for more information. 2. To Di For Designer Accessories Shop 1, 64 Vulcan Street, Moruya. Ph 4474 2422. Open Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm, Saturday 9am - 2pm. Martina Penning exhibits her colourful art with a twist. 3. Bermagui Mudworks 23 Alexander Dr, Bermagui Ph 6493 4661. Pottery studio & Coffee Lounge, with original wheel thrown domestic ware and garden ware. Open 9am to 5pm, closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays. Will be closed for winter from June 1st to the October long weekend.
Paintings by Martina Penning, at To Di For, Moruya
4. Ivy Hill Gallery 1795 Bermagui Rd, Wapengo. Ph 6494 0152 www.ivyhill.com.au Closed for winter from 8 June. 5. Narek Galleries 1140 Tathra-Bermagui Rd, Tanja. Ph 6494 0112 www.narekgalleries.com Closed for winter from 15 June. 6. Bega Valley Regional Gallery Zingel Place, Bega. Ph 6499 2187 www.begavalley.nsw.gov.au Open Tuesday - Friday 10am - 4pm, Saturday 9am - 12 noon. 17th July - 22nd August - 'Motion'. Enter the realm of the body in art and explore the ever expanding boundaries of technology and artmaking. UNSW Art & Design and the National Institute of Dramatic Art present a dramatic and cutting edge exhibition that explores the human body and movement as the ultimate in artistic expression. With works from the AGNSW and BVRG collections. Coming up in August: Dion Horstmans - 'Two By Two'. Horstmans is the quintessential modern sculptor. His practice segues seamlessly between solo exhibitions both locally and internationally, work in the film industry and major public art commissions.
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7. Spiral Gallery 47 Church St Bega. Ph 6492 5322 www.spiralgallery.org.au Open Monday - Friday 10am - 4pm, Saturday 10am - 1pm. Represents regional, emerging and established artists. In Gallery 1: to 1 July: Silent Art Auction – It’s an auction, an art exhibition and a cocktail party rolled into one! a Silent Art Auction fundraiser featuring donated artworks from prominent and emerging regional artists. Paintings, prints, ceramics, sculptures and jewellery with work by Annie Franklin, Daniel Lafferty, Gabrielle Powell, Rick Andersen, Jenny Mein, Joy Georgeson, Margaret Moran, Trish Collins, Sharon Cornthwaite, Polly Crowden, Tanja Riese, Bronwyn Wright, Anneke Paijmans, Jo Saccomani, Rona Walker, Pauline Balos, Steve Stafford, Julie Krone, Nat Kirby, Rhonda Ayliffe, Anna Senior, Naomi Lewis, Margaret Brown, John Gosch, Anna Buck, Doris Kruse-Hoyne, Jane Murphy, Helen Morris and Tony Lockerbie. The auction finale event begins at 5pm on Wednesday 1st July with the close of auction at 6pm, celebratory drinks, canapés, raffle and perhaps a lucky door prize! Here is a rare opportunity to acquire a quality piece of artwork while supporting Spiral Gallery. Artworks can be viewed on Spiral Gallery’s website www.spiralgallery.org.au In Gallery 1: 3-15 July: IMPRINT - an innovative exhibition which showcases large and small scale artists books, prints, textiles and scrolls. Artists Pip Marshman and Ruth Thomas link storylines from Scotland and Tathra, creating a rich fabric of coastline history and organic forms. The exhibition features a collaborative sketchbook exchange entitled North, Sea, South, Coast which is inspired by the marine environment and coastlines bordering the Tasman Sea and The Firth of Forth. A workshop will be held on the weekend of 11th and 12th July which will explore monoprinting techniques and making handmade artists books using a variety of bindings. Phone 64941437 to reserve your place. In Gallery 1: 17 July – 26 August: A Plethora of POSTCARDS - Enter your hand made Postcards in any medium ( 105mmby 148mm- A6 ) with prizes in Adult, Youth, Junior and Recyclable categories. Contact spiralpostcards@gmail.com or Spiral Gallery on 64925322 for your entry form. Be surprised and amazed by the creativity of all ages in our community. In Gallery 2: from 1 June: Spiral Artists 8. Australian Pottery at Bemboka 24 Oliver Street, Bemboka Ph 6493 0491 www.australianpotteryatbemboka.com.au Open October – June, Friday to Monday 10am to 5pm or by appointment. Australian pottery made in the last half-century by hundreds of different makers, displayed in a contemporary house and gallery setting with mountain views. 9. Artessence Gallery 47 Toalla St Pambula. Ph 6495 7286 (Facebook: Artessence Gallery) Open Monday - Friday 10am - 4.30pm, Saturday 10am - 1pm A wide selection of art from local and interstate artists including local photography, paintings, prints, lino cuts, jewellery, ceramics, glassware, woodwork, sculpture, mosaics and textiles at historic McKells Cottage, Pambula.
'Studio Dog' by Sue Chancellor - at Spiral Gallery
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IMPRINT - 'Image 041' at Spiral Gallery
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Merimbula Lake, Merimbula © Paul Callaghan
Merimbula Merimbula is the tourist hub of the Sapphire Coast with its lakeside restaurants and cafes, great shopping and a vast array of attractions and accommodation choices. Merimbula has a long history of human occupation, with Aboriginal people making the most of the available food resources, leaving behind middens that are visible today. In more recent times, Merimbula was one of several coastal trading ports connecting the region to the outside world, as the area was relatively isolated with a lack of rail or road access. The Old School Museum on Main St. has information and displays about the town’s early European history. There are several walking tracks that take advantage of the beautiful views around the Lake; from the Wharf to Spencer Park, from the Bridge to Top Lake and around Fishpen.
www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au Other things you can do around Merimbula include snorkelling, surfing, cycling, enjoying a scenic flights, ten-pin bowling, family fun parks or experiencing native animals or marine creatures up close. Merimbula is a great place to go shopping, with specialty shops and nationally-known outlets tucked away in arcades and courtyards. There are also plenty of cafes with great coffee. Foodies are spoilt for choice, with a wide range of restaurants, clubs and the Hotel offering a host of different dining experiences, but with fresh local seafood a common theme. For a musical night out, there are lots of venues in Merimbula that offer live music; especially during January as well as the annual Jazz Festival in June. Whales migrate past Merimbula from September to November each year, feeding and frolicking in the Bay, making it easy to whale watch from on board a boat or from the beach.
Showcasing the Marine Life of our coast plus Great Food with spectacular views
What to See & Do Eat fish 'n'chips on the beach and enjoy the sunset Ride a bike, rollerskate or walk past the airport to Pambula or Pambula Beach Go fishing off the Wharf, beaches or in the Lake Take the kids to playgrounds at Ford Park, Fishpen and Spencer Park Swim in the crystal clear water at Mitchies Jetty or Bar Beach. Go dolphin watching with hire boats or fishing charters Have some thrills at Magic Mountain Fun Park VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Beach Street, Merimbula Ph: 02 6495 1129
...will take you there!
Visit National Parks
• Coast & forest campsites, walks and drives • Accommodation and tours at Green Cape Lightstation • Summer & Easter Discovery Program • Award winning Montague Island Tours
Fish Feeding Monday, Wednesday & Friday 11.30
Choose from our casual lunch menu (11.30am - 2.30pm)
Lake Street Merimbula Phone (02) 6495 4446
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Take yourself 'awa' to Scotland at the Merimbula RSL Pining for some traditional Scottish music? Missing the bagpipes and massed drums? The Merimbula RSL has the perfect solution with the Canberra Burns Club Pipe Band performing their “Up and Awa” concert on Saturday 11th July. Music that the Pipe Band have on their rehearsal list include pieces like Scotland the Brave, Gardens of Skye and When the Battle's O'er. These pieces may be on the playlist at Merimbula RSL, providing a wonderful afternoon of traditional Scots music. The Canberra Burns Club Pipe Band traces its roots back to a Highland
MELA PURDIE VERGE ANDIAMO MARILYN SEYB D-LUX SCARVES Shop 8, The Promenade, Market Street, Merimbula
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The Canberra Burns Club Pipe Band
Gathering in Canberra in 1928, when a group of players came together and performed under the name the 'Burns Club Pipe Band'. In the 1990s, numbers swelled when members of the Canberra Caledonian Pipes and Drums joined forces with the Burns Club Pipe Band, adding another 50 players. The Canberra Burns Club Pipe Band's performance starts at 2pm; tickets are $15 Adults, $10 Concession, $5 child (under 16) and are available by phone or from the Club. For ticket enquiries, phone 6495 1502, or general enquiries phone 0419 143 502 or 0412 635 798.
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“Up and Awa” Concert SATURDAY 11TH JULY 2015 2:00 PM MERIMBULA RSL 52-54 Main Street, Merimbula
Tickets: $15 Adults $10 Concession $5 child (under 16) Available by phone or from the Club Ticket Enquiries: (02) 6495 1502 General Enquiries: 0419 143502/0412 635798
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Merimbula has its own parkrun which takes place every Saturday, with a 5km run starting at 8:00am. Starting near the Merimbula boat ramp, the scenic course winds out and back along the picturesque Boardwalk. It costs nothing to join in, but you must register online at www.parkrun.com. au/ merimbula before your first parkrun and bring along a copy of your printed barcode. parkrun events are community notfor-profit events which take place in parkland surroundings and people of every ability are encouraged to join in;
from novice runners (and walkers) to Olympians, from juniors to experienced runners; all are welcome. Merimbula parkrun is organised by volunteers and relies on local support; email merimbulahelpers@parkrun.com or call 0404 427 457 if you can help.
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HEADLAND FISHING ADVENTURES Merimbula - NSW
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Merimbula Marina – Something for Everyone! No visit to Merimbula is complete without seeing our spectacular coastline from the ocean! Whether it is Reef or Game Fishing or a Whale Watching or Dolphin Cruise we have a cruise to suit everyone. Merimbula Marina is a family owned business and we work hard to ensure that your time with us is a pleasant one. If you are a keen angler then this month we have several options for you. Our Reef Fishing Charters are popular with both our 4hr & 5hr Reef Charters departing early morning – you know the saying “the early bird catches the worm! Or in our case the fish!!” The water is still fairly warm and so too is the fishing with snapper, morwong and flathead on the bite. We should also start to see a few kingfish coming on this month. If you have never fished before or have younger children then our 3hr Family
Fishing Charter is perfect for you. Our staff will give you demonstrations and tuition and are available throughout the charter to assist you. These charters depart late morning. All fish are cleaned and bagged for you to take home. Check out our fishing and dolphin cruise reports which are posted to our Facebook page each afternoon www. facebook.com/Merimbulamarina If fishing is not for you then why not try one of our 2 hour Bay Dolphin Cruises. This scenic cruise takes you past brilliant red and yellow sandstone cliffs, yellow beaches and spectacular coastline. We regularly sight Common & Bottlenosed Dolphins; Australian Fur Seals; Sea Turtles; Penguins and a wide variety of seabirds. There is also the chance of whale sightings as the humpbacks travel on their northern migration.
If you are not the ocean going type, then hire one of our Self Drive Hire Boats and explore the Merimbula Channel & Lake. Pack a picnic or your fishing rods and make a day of it. You don’t need a boating licence and we will give you operating instructions. Make sure you have your NSW Recreational Fishing License with you – these can be purchased online - www. licence.nsw.gov.au We have rods available for hire and bait and tackle kits for purchase. To book your charter come and see us at the end of the Public Jetty in Market Street, Merimbula. Or phone (02) 6495 1686 www.merimbulamarina.com
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Enjoy the spectacular Merimbula coastline aboard this 2hr cruise. Regularly sighting Bottlenose and Common Dolphins, Australian Fur Seals and a variety of seabirds. There is also the chance of whale sightings this month as the humpbacks are on their northern migration.
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Wondering what to do these school holidays? If you’ve got children with you over the July school holidays, there are tonnes of things you can do to keep them entertained; some free, some not. Here’s a list to work your way through! • Take a trip with Merimbula Air Services and explore the region by air. • Explore the many coastal and inland National Parks and State Forests. • Visit the Treasures from the Deep Opal and Shell Museum in Batemans Bay. • Drop in to the new look Magic Mountain in Merimbula and take the Tree Climb Challenge • Visit the Original Gold Rush Colony at Mogo. • Hire a boat or take a cruise with
Merimbula Marina, Headland Charters or Reel Affair. • Ride a bike along the many trails around Narooma and Tathra. • Learn about whaling history at the Eden Killer Whale Museum. • Check out the local library - they often have activities over the holidays. • Enter the world of the early 1900s in the village of Central Tilba. • Get carried away with the games at Top Fun in Merimbula. • Get stuck into the garden - pick up
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some plants at your local nursery. • Explore the Panboola Wetlands and Heritage Project in Pambula. • Get to know more about our amazing native animals at Potoroo Palace. • Visit the Bega Cheese Heritage Centre. • See some sea creatures at the Merimbula Aquarium. • Spend some time at the local skate bowl. • Take a trip to Montague Island
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Magic Mountain winds up the season with a bang Magic Mountain will be putting its season to rest in style with two events held in the school holidays. Magic Mountain's Tree Climb Challenge has been operating for 6 months now, and to celebrate, the Ultimate Time Trial Challenge is being held on 28th June. The Challenge is being thrown down to all Tree Climb and fitness enthusiasts aged 13+ who are able to complete the challenge without supervision. Now that the course has been open for some time, Magic Mountain is keen to find out who has mastered the course high up in the trees. Participants will have the chance to complete both the Red and Blue courses, with the winner being the person with the best combined time over the two courses. There will be prizes for fastest man and
woman, the most graceful and the best dressed. Grab a friend and do something out of the ordinary, and have a blast and some laughs doing it. Entry to the Ultimate Time Trial is $20 per person. Bookings for the Time Trial can be made by phoning 6495 2299 or online at www.magicmountain.net.au The second event held at Magic Mountain is the Magic Mountain Pyjama Party, held on Friday 3rd July. The Pyjamam Party will feature sleepover themed fun and games for the kids, as well as prizes in traditional Magic Mountain style. Everyone is encouraged to don their very best winter bed wear and enjoy a day of fun in the sun at Magic Mountain this holidays. For more information about the Pyjama Party or
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Bega is the business and administrative heart of the Bega Valley. It is also a place of natural beauty, surrounded by lush pastures and forests hugging the escarpment. Views of Mumbulla Mountain to the north and the escarpment to the west are best appreciated from the Lookout, located just 3 kilometres north of town on the Princes Highway. In the language of local Aboriginal people, members of the Yuin nation, Bega is said to mean “large camping ground”; it would have been a place of great abundance, with an underground lake feeding a series of wetlands, providing plenty of tucker. The dairy industry has always played a major part in the Bega economy, and this is still the case today, with the Bega Cheese Co-op one of Australia’s leading manufacturers of dairy products, exporting some millions of dollars worth of product every year. A visit to the Bega Cheese Heritage
Centre is a must for anyone new to the region; the Heritage Centre has a wonderful display of cheese and butter-making equipment from the 1900s. The Heritage Centre is also home to the Bega Tourist Information Centre, which provides a wealth of information about attractions throughout the region. Bega is undergoing something of a building boom, with the new Bega Hospital complex due for completion in 2016, and the upgrade of the Town Hall almost completed. The Sapphire Marketplace was finished almost 2 years ago, and it houses one of the largest Big W outlets in southern NSW. Bega also has great specialty shops, with clothing, furnishings and jewellery from around the globe, bulk wholefoods, bookshops, music shops, cafes featuring local produce and more.
What to See & Do Visit the Bega Cheese Heritage Centre Enjoy a stroll along the walking/ cycling track from the Bega River around the Old Racecourse. Check out the art galleries Step back in time at the Bega Pioneer Musuem Admire the newly restored native vegetation around Kisses Lagoon on the northern approach to town. See if the flying fox colony is in residence at Glebe Lagoon Take a trip to Candelo and Bemboka VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE At Bega Cheese Heritage Centre Lagoon Street, Bega Ph: 02 6491 7645
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Watkin’s 3D Paint and Colour Longest established paint specialists in the area for over 25 years. For all your painting solutions, tools & advice. 95 Carp St Bega 6492 3162
The Butchers Block Longest established butcher in Bega, now taking orders via email: the_butchers_block@bigpond.com Lenard’s chicken now in Sapphire Marketplace Bega 6492 1162
Large range of stock frames, fast and friendly service. Selection of local photography by Tony & Robert Lockerbie. Think outside the picture. 115 Carp St Bega 6492 6500 tony@tonylockerbie.com
ArtizAntique The funkiest little decor & gift shop in the deep south! Antiques • Vintage • Retro • Art • Books • Records • Unique Gifts • Homewares • Artisanmade furniture & decor • investment art Open 9.30-5.30 Mon to Fri 10am 12.30 Sat
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Bega Garden Nursery Hardy plants for coastal, frost & dry conditions. Seedlings and herbs are our speciality. OPEN MONDAY - SATURDAY
“The little nursery down the lane” Rear of 32-34 Church St Bega 6492 6628
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The Great War: Tales from the Far South Coast at the Bega Pioneers Museum Heroes come in many shapes and forms, and when it comes to World War One we often think of the soldiers who fought so bravely for King and country. However, did you know that just over 2,000 women served in World War One as members of the Australian Army Nursing Service? Pearl Elizabeth Corkhill from Central Tilba was one of those women. Sister Corkhill enlisted as a staff nurse in June 1915 soon after she had finished her general nurses’ training in Sydney. She nursed in Cairo, France and England and was one of only seven Australian
nurses to be awarded the Military Medal. The Military Medal was an award for gallantry and devotion to duty when under fire in battle on land. Sister Corkhill received this award in 1918 while nursing at the 38th British Casualty Clearing Station close to the front line, for calmly working throughout a heavy German air raid without any regard for her own safety. Stories like Corkhill’s are part of The Great War: Tales from the Far South Coast exhibition showing at the Bega Pioneers’ Museum. This significant exhibition commemorates the centenary of World War One by telling local stories of courage, resilience and commitment using well-designed arrangements of stories, objects and images. The exhibition puts the catastrophic events of World War One into a regional context, and is relevant to people from all over the south east region. A feature of the exhibition is a digital display available for viewing on television screens. The display, A Camera on Gallipoli, shows candid photographs taken by Sir Charles Ryan while he was serving with the AIF during the Gallipoli campaign in 1915. His photographs are unique and capture the harsh reality of our soldiers’ experiences. Sir Charles Ryan served as a doctor with the Turkish army in 1877–78. He treated Ned Kelly at Glenrowan, was a leading Melbourne surgeon and gave long service as a senior military
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officer. He was extended high civil and military recognition by his peers. In 1914, at the age of 61, Sir Charles Ryan was appointed consulting surgeon to the AIF. He embarked from Melbourne in October 1914 for the Middle East and then on to Gallipoli. You can view The Great War: Tales from the Far South Coast exhibition at the Bega Pioneers’ Museum. The museum is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 10am - 4pm, and Saturdays 10am - 2pm. The Exhibition has been made possible with funding from the Australian Government’s Anzac Centenary Local Grants Program and the Bega Valley Shire Council, and is sponsored by local businesses and organisations. For more information about the Bega Pioneers Museum, visit the website at: begapioneersmuseum.webhive.com. au/
Photograph of Sister Pearl Elizabeth Corkhill, M.M., Australian War Memorial ID A04728-3
Middle Lagoon, Mimosa Rocks National Park © Paul Callaghan
Tathra With beautiful beaches, estuaries and National Parks all close by, Tathra is an ideal holiday destination for both families and couples. Tathra’s famous historic Wharf, classified by the National Trust as the only remaining steamer wharf on the Australian coastline, is a popular spot for fishing. Built in 1862, the wharf was built from funds donated by farmers and the Illawarra Steam Navigation Company and operated until 1952. Swimming at Tathra’s patrolled beach (summer only) may provide the added bonus of a dolphin sighting, and passing whales, heading south on their migration, are frequently seen from September to November. Bushwalking, kayaking, mountainbiking, snorkeling and surfing are all popular around Tathra.
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There are lots of things for the kids to do, with a fantastic skatebowl suitable for skateboards, bikes and scooters, and a great playground, both located near the Tathra Surf Lifesaving Club. An easy 3km walking & cycling track runs from Tathra to the mouth of the Bega River at Mogareeka, with other walks around town as well. Direct access to the ocean is available at Kianinny Bay (also good for swimming), and the boat ramp at Mogareeka provides an easy launch into the Bega River estuary. Tathra also has great places to eat, ranging from gourmet delis to cafés and restaurants. There's also the famous Tathra Pub, with fantastic ocean views.
Launch a boat at Kianinny or Mogareeka, located at opposite ends of Tathra Try mountain biking through the forests around town Walk, cycle, skate, run or blade from Tathra to Mogareeka. Enjoy a round of golf or a game of tennis at the Tathra Beach Country Club
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Live Entertainment - July Eden Fishermens Club Ph 6496 1577 Sat18th JUKEBOX from 8pm
Sat 11th DJ Samurai and DJ Miracle Sat 18th DJ Skittles Sat 25th DJ Ed Coleman.
Pambula Merimbula Golf Club Ph 6495 6154 Sat 11th Cabaret - “Memories and Mayhem” 50th Anniversary Dinner. Three course meal with entertainment, plenty of laughs and reminiscing. Tickets $45
Merimbula RSL Phone 6495 1502 Sat 4th DJ Grey in the Scenic Lounge, 7.30 – 11.30 pm Sat 11th Darryl Towney in the Scenic Lounge, 7.30 – 11.30 pm Sat 18th Ricky Bloomfield & the Radars in the Scenic Lounge, 7.30 – 11.30 pm Sat 25th Chrystal Radio in the Scenic Lounge, 7.30 – 11.30 pm
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Eden Eden Produce Market 3rd Saturday of each month, 8:30am12pm, at the Uniting Church Hall, Chandos St. Contact 6496 2501 Nethercote Nethercote Seasonal Produce Market Saturday 25th July 8am – 12pm Nethercote Community Hall and gardens, cnr Back Creek & Nethercote Rds Pambula Pambula Rotary Market 2nd Sunday of month Pambula Recreation Grounds.
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Pambula Craft Market 2nd Sunday of month from 8am - 1pm. Cnr. Monaro & Toalla Sts. Robin Hood Service Club Craft & Collectables Market 2nd Sunday of month from 8am - 1pm. Pambula Town Hall. Wyndham Wyndham All Weather Market 4th Sunday of month from 8.30am 12.30pm at Wyndham Hall. (OPEN IN ALL WEATHER) Merimbula Merimbula Seaside Market & Fair 3rd Sunday of month from 8.30am 12.30pm, Ford Oval. Candelo Candelo Market 1st Sunday of each month from 8.30am - 12.30pm. Candelo Oval & Town Hall. Bega SCPA Markets in Bega Friday 3rd, Friday 17th, Friday 31st 8am - 1pm. Littleton Gardens, Bega. Contact scpa.org.au Cobargo Cobargo Laneway Markets Every Saturday from 9am - 1pm. Car boot sale first Sat each month. Book stalls on 6493 6817 or 0428 696 623 Bermagui Bermagui Hand & Homemade Market Last Sunday of month, 8.30am 12.30pm, Dickinson Park. Contact 6493 6581
Bermagui Fishermen's Wharf Growers Market Held in the car park at the Bermagui Fishermen’s Wharf on 1st & 3rd Thursday each month Tilba Tilba Market Home grown, hand made every Saturday, 8am - 12pm Tilba Hall, contact 4473 7231 Narooma Narooma Rotary Markets 4th Sunday of month NATA Oval, Princes Highway. Moruya Moruya Country Market Riverside Park, cnr Shore St and Ford St 8am - 1pm every Saturday morning. Sage Farmers Market Riverside Park, cnr Shore St and Ford St Every Tuesday afternoon from 3pm. Contact 0413 920 620 Malua Bay Quota Seaside Market 1st Saturday February, April & June. At Malua Bay Beach Reserve, Malua Bay. Batemans Bay Batemans Bay Coastal Patrol Market 1st Sunday of month, Corrigans Park, Batehaven, 9am-1pm. Batemans Bay High School 3rd Sunday of month.
Cobargo© Paul Callaghan
Cobargo The picturesque historic village of Cobargo is located half an hour north of Bega, in the midst of lush, green pastures rolling away to forested mountains. In the 1860s, Cobargo was known as Wattletown, as bark stripped from local wattle trees was shipped to Sydney and Melbourne to be used in the tanning industry. This industry only ceased in 1964. During the 1870s Cobargo had its own Post Office, General Store, school, Hotel, church and blacksmith, all supporting the local butter and
Bangles Gallery A comprehensive range of all Australian made pottery Princes Hwy Cobargo 6493 6421
www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au cheese making industries. A Butter Factory and Co-op were established in 1901 and continued production, except for a short break due to fire, until 1980, when it closed because of changes in bulk milk production. Today, Cobargo is a creative, vibrant place reflecting the diversity and talents of those who live and work in the district. Cobargo combines the skills and craft of a working village with a genuinely historic past, its streetscape featuring many turn of the century buildings. The two storey building that is home to “Bangles Gallery” is a fine example of century-old architecture, and features beautiful wrought iron lace work around the verandahs. With galleries, cafes and established businesses like South Coast Leather and the unique Bangles Pottery shop, Cobargo is a great little village to spend some time wandering about in. Saturday mornings in particular see Cobargo come alive with the fantastic Laneway markets. Browse fresh produce, seedlings, herbs, local crafts,
craft supplies and other locally made goodies. There's also trashy treasures and treasured trash for the bargain hunters and the odd busker. West of Cobargo is the spectacular Wadbilliga National Park that contains the Brogo Wilderness Area. This wild area is a refuge for native flora and fauna, and is a great place for walking.
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Bermagui Bermagui, located at the northern gateway to Australia's Coastal Wilderness, offers visitors a myriad of things to do and places to go. Pristine beaches and lakes provide water activities from surfing to swimming, snorkelling, boating and canoeing. Book a fishing charter on one of the many local boats or throw in a line from the beach, rocks or along the Bermagui River. Don't miss a swim in the beautiful Blue Pool, set on the edge of the ocean at the base of the cliffs off Scenic Drive. Try out the 18 hole golf course, hit a ball around the tennis courts or play bowls at the Bermagui Country Club. Test your riding skills at the Bermagui Mountain Bike Park. Go bush walking, take a guided walk or bird watch in the surrounding National Parks and State Forests. Take a guided tour of the Montreal Goldfield and learn about the
www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au discovery of gold in the 1880s. Visit the Fishermen's Co-op complex with restaurants, art galleries, a wine bar and gift shops to wander through, or sit and watch the boats unloading their daily catch of fresh fish. There are several artists studios in and around Bermagui, including Bermagui Mudworks just south of town where you can enjoy a coffee and browse through the extensive range of individually crafted pottery. The Bermagui Seaside Fair, a fantastic community event that celebrates life in Bermagui, is held in March each year. Sculpture On The Edge is also on in March; it features fantastic sculptures dotted around the headlands of Bermagui. There's also a small sculptures exhibition and lots of other events. Another great cultural event is the biennial Four Winds Festival, held next over the Easter weekend in 2016.
What to See & Do Hike to the entrance of Wallaga Lake Swim in Bermagui's famous Blue Pool, next to the ocean Discover local history at the Bermagui Museum Enjoy a bike ride through forests full of spotted gums and burrawangs. Visit the Montreal Goldfield Kayak up the Bermagui River Enjoy a round of golf at the Country Club
VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Bunga Street, Bermagui Ph: 02 6493 3054 Open 7 days 10am - 4pm
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Bermagui - History, Mystery and Gold
“A unique experience” Admittance by guided tour only Tours daily at 2pm - $5pp - 1¼ hrs
Montreal Goldfield at Bermagui
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Want to solve a mystery in your holidays, take a walk back in time? Then the Montreal Goldfield at Bermagui is the place to go. The story of this unsolved “Bermagui Mystery”, and life on the goldfield, is told on a guided tour that leaves from the Goldfield Heritage Centre at 2pm each day. This virtually intact 1880s alluvial goldfield is being preserved as a community project to conserve the past for future generations. Boardwalks and pathways meander through beautiful tree ferns and eucalypts, between deep mine shafts which have
been fenced off or covered over for safety. The goldfield tour is a great experience for visitors of all ages and for a couple of hours enjoyment, reliving the atmosphere of the gold rush, is just the place to be. The site is beside the Wallaga Lake Caravan park, 7 km north of Bermagui on the Wallaga Lake Road. Entry is by guided tour only. Tours take about an hour and are exceptional value at $7.50pp, $25 family or $5pp concession. For further information contact Bermagui Visitor Information Centre on 6493 3054.
Tilba Living History
Central Tilba and Tilba Tilba lie on the slopes of Gulaga, a place of great spiritual significance to people from the Yuin nation. Named Mt. Dromedary by Captain Cook in 1770, gold was discovered on the lower slopes of Gulaga in the 1860s. Many of Tilba’s buildings were constructed in the late 1880s when the gold boom was at its peak. The entire village of Central Tilba was classified by the National Trust in 1974 in recognition of its historical significance. The village has become a centre for crafts people and artisans, as well as the famous Bates General Store and ABC Cheese Factory, located on Central Tilba’s main street.
Central Tilba Farm Cabins Ever wondered what happens on a real working farm? Central Tilba Farm Cabins offers you the opportunity to find out. The cabins are located at ‘Braeside’, an historic 350 acre Tilba property at the foot of spectacular Mt. Dromedary (Gulaga Mountain) with lots of beautiful bush. There are 4 fully self-contained cabins, each one separated from the others to ensure privacy. Cabins have a main bedroom with a queen sized bed and a connecting shower and toilet, and an open–plan kitchen/living/dining room with a television and twin bunks for the kids (bring your own linen). An open fireplace, well-stocked with split wood, guarantees cosy evenings
for the whole family. The cabins are a 3 minute drive to Central Tilba, and only 5 minutes to the beach, and are a perfect base for exploring all the fabulous sites of the local area. Talk to hosts Ron and Tralee, and you might even be able to bring your pet with you! Cabins cost from $60 per night in the off season to $100 per night during the Christmas holidays for the whole family. Once you’ve experienced a stay at Central Tilba Farm Cabins, you’re sure to become a regular. Phone (02) 4473 7353, email traleesnape@hotmail
Gulaga Gallery (02) 4473 7233
Central Tilba Farm Cabins (02) 4473 7353
ABC Cheese Factory (02) 4473 7387
Tilba Leather (02) 4473 7360
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Wagonga Inlet, Narooma Š Paul Callaghan
Narooma Narooma is one of the most scenic towns on the Far South Coast, sitting between the ocean and the startling blue-green waters of Wagonga Inlet, and it's also the perfect place for a relaxed coastal holiday. The town manages to retain a '1950s fishing village' vibe but modernised, with great shops, cafes and restaurants. It's a fantastic place for families, with a beach that's patrolled in summer, bike tracks and lots of waterways to explore or fish in. With a choice of flat stretches or hills, there are lots of places to walk around town and take in the spectacular views over the Inlet, the mountains and the ocean. Montague Island is located just offshore from Narooma and is a truly unique spot to visit. Twice voted as Tourism Australia’s top eco-tourism destination, you can take a National
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Parks & Wildlife Service tour of the island covering its heritage-listed buildings, wildlife and history, or stay for a few nights in one of the Lighthouse Keeper's cottages. The island is home to the largest fur seal colony on the NSW coast, as well as being a breeding ground for 12,000 little penguins who come ashore at dusk after feeding at sea. Narooma is also renowned for its spectacular public golf course, ranked as one of the best in Australia. It's also a great place to go bike riding, with a tracks around town that are perfect for kids to practice. If you're a hard-core bike enthusiast, there are mountain bike tracks and sealed roads aplenty to check out. If you're looking for more leisurely pursuits, there are plenty of great cafes and restaurants to try, as well as shops to explore.
What to See & Do Take a trip to Montague Island Nature Reserve to watch wildlife Explore Wagonga Inlet by boat or kayak Follow the Mill Bay boardwalk and watch the magnificent stingrays Enjoy a round of golf
VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Princes Highway, Narooma 4476 2881 Open: Off Peak 9am - 4pm, 7 days Peak 9am - 5pm, 7 days
...will take you there!
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Have an unforgettable experience with Narooma Charters Narooma Charters have been operating from Narooma for over 30 years, and with their fleet now expanded to two large boats, they are able to offer a wide range of tours at the best charter prices in town. Being the most experienced crew operating out of Narooma means they know where all the good fishing and diving spots are, and they love sharing that knowledge with their clients. For instance, large numbers of seals are staying at Montague Island over the winter and spring months, making it a perfect place for snorkelling or diving. Australian Fur Seals are very
friendly towards those exploring their underwater world, and love to play around you as they demonstrate just what poetry in motion really means. It's also expected to be a great whale season, with whales appearing close to the coast from early September. Over the past 7 years Narooma Charters have had a 100% success rate in spotting whales on their tours. Tours to Montague Island are a must for visitors and locals alike. The penguins are a great sight as they arrive on the island at dusk each evening; you'll see them on the evening Penguin tour.
Combining tours is a great option - a Montague Island tour combined with whale watching is an experience you'll never forget. Book early with Narooma Charters and Montague Island Tours, and don't forget to mention this article to receive the 10% discount for iMag readers. For bookings, phone 0407 909 111 or visit www.naroomacharters.com.au
Montague Island Tours and Narooma Charters - Ph 0407 909 111 • Morning and afternoon Tours • Large comfortable boats • Most experienced Skippers and crew in the area Montague Island Tour 1.00pm Visit the famous seal colonies then take a tour of the lighthouse on Montague Island. Montague Island Morning Tour 8.00am Visit the famous seal colonies then take a tour of the lighthouse on Montague Island finishing with a walk around the southern end of the island. Montague Island Evening Penguin Tour From September to January - don’t miss out, put it in your diary now! Snorkel or Dive with seals at Montague Island Double Dive - $100 Snorkelling - $80 includes mask fins and snorkel Fishing Trips - 5 or 6 hour, or full day 5 Hour - $140 per Adult 6 Hour - $150 per Adult
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Amooran Oceanside – The Ideal Getaway Amooran Oceanside Apartments and Motel has the perfect location in Narooma. Off the highway and with commanding ocean views across Narooma Golf Course to Montague Island and Glasshouse Rocks Amooran is only a short walk to town, restaurants and the beach. There are a variety of modern and well equipped rooms making Amooran ideal for couples, families, groups and single corporate travellers visiting the South Coast of NSW.
Amooran Apartments 30 Montague St, Narooma NSW 2546
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Clocktower Arcade, Mogo
Mogo
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The township of Mogo was born when gold was discovered in the early 1850s at Cabbage Tree Creek. Estimates of the number of diggers who converged on the town range from a conservative 200 to an unlikely 20,000.
Amanda’s of Mogo
Extensive range of art & craft supplies including:
♦ Canvasses ♦ Art Materials ♦ Stamping ♦ Papercraft ♦ Scrapbooking ♦ Cardmaking ♦ Precious Metal Clay
Workshops for all levels in card-making, scrapbooking & PMC (silver) jewellery. Open 7 days 9am - 5pm Phone/Fax: 4474 3453 41 Princes Highway, Mogo NSW 2536
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To experience what the town was like during the boom, a visit to the Original Gold Rush Colony is a must. Located in a natural Australian bush setting on 4.5ha, the Original Gold Rsuh Colony, formerly known as Old Mogo Town, is a great place to step back in time. The Original Gold Rush Colony has won the Cultural and Heritage Tourism award at the South Coast Regional Tourism Awards four times, as well as winning the Heritage and Cultural Tourism - Hall of Fame award in 2011. Mogo is now famous for its great range of specialty stores, housed in replica nineteenth century timber buildings. There are potteries, galleries, antique stores, bookshop and coffee shops, many of which specialise in unusual and interesting items. Mogo is the perfect place to spend time browsing for something a little bit different. Also in Mogo is the internationally
recognised Mogo Zoo. Providing world standard facilities for over 200 animals of more than 39 rare and exotic species, Mogo Zoo is committed to the survival of endangered species, including the rare white lions of ‘Timbavati’. The Zoo also has the largest collection of primates in any private Zoo in Australia. Mogo Zoo has won the Tourist Attraction category at the South Coast Regional Tourism Awards an impressive seven times.
What to See & Do Step back in time and pan for gold at the Gold Rush Colony Go mountain-biking on the trails in nearby State Forests Take a stroll around town and explore the interesting shops
The Original Gold Rush Colony at Mogo, located in a natural bush setting on 4.5ha, is a great place to step back in time and relive Australia’s Pioneering Era. Guided tours run four times each day, and you can pan for real Gold. The Original Gold Rush Colony has taken out the award in Heritage and Cultural Tourism at the South Coast Tourism awards in 2008, 2009 and 2010. In 2013 the Original Gold Rush Colony won the Heritage and Cultural Tourism Hall of Fame. Within the Gold Rush Colony is the fantastic Mogo Maze, which is suitable for all ages and has proven very popular with everyone since it opened. Younger children can see other people moving through the gaps in the palisade timber fencing. They can also reach the raised platform in the centre and look out over the top of the maze to the outside world. The Mogo Maze has a Eureka theme, and has the Eureka flag hanging on the sailing mast at the entrance, and above, the magnificent
Historic Mogo
Original Gold Rush Colony mural painted by talented staff member Trevor Hyde. Guests can choose to run the maze on its own or take up the challenge of the Eureka Theme Crossword Puzzle. Questions are scattered throughout the maze, with cryptic clues to help solve the answers . Once completed, guests return their crosswords to reception to collect a prize. At the Original Gold Rush Colony it is possible to purchase tickets to the maze without paying to go into the Gold Rush Theme Park. Within the park, you can take a tour, pan for gold, or play mini-golf. Overnight guests receive free entry into the Gold Rush Theme Park, and all paying guests to the Theme Park may purchase discounted tickets for the maze. For more information, visit www.goldrushcolony.com.au
Clocktower Arcade
The Old Dairy Country Crafts ♦ Shabby Chic ♦ Dolls and Bears ♦ Home Embellishments ♦ Gifts ♦ Cow Ceramics Shop 2, ClockTower Arcade, Mogo. 4474 3524
Mogo Orchid & Fern Nursery Greenhouse of Australian Native Orchids & Ferns. Specialise in Australian cool climate native orchids. Materials for repotting & mounting. Wall Décor, Designer pots. Nursery with a difference.
14 Charles Street MOGO 4474 2291
Clocktower Arcade Six fabulous shops to keep you occupied.
46 Sydney St Mogo 4474 2288
Mogo Bookstore We offer a wide variety of quality second hand books at affordable prices. Drop in for a relaxed browse when you visit Mogo. Enquiries are welcome.
Princes Hwy Mogo. 4474 2141
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Clyde River, Batemans Bay © Paul Callaghan
Batemans Bay
What to See & Do Explore the Clyde River by boat, houseboat or kayak Visit Treasures From The Deep and discover spectacular shells, rare opals, preserved sea life, minerals and fossils C
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www.oldcourthousemuseum.com No visit complete without calling in to our pre-loved Book Emporium!
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The shopping is great too with the Village Centre and Bridge Plaza, plus an array of national brand outlets and local specialty stores. The Batemans Marine Park ensures that the coastal environment is protected for future generations. There are also several great national parks to explore within easy driving distance. Batemans Bay is a great destination for families, with its array of outdoor activities and attractions such as minigolf, a cinema, animal park, tennis and a carnival in summer. Hire a boat, kayak or a houseboat to explore the spectacular upper reaches of the Clyde River. Follow the coastline south to explore beautiful beaches to be found at Malua Bay, Rosedale and Broulee. Head north to Durras Lake for a spot of fishing, bushwalk in the Murramarang National Park or say hello to the kangaroos at Pebbly Beach.
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Like many coastal towns, Batemans Bay, settled by Europeans in the 1820s, relied on timber, ship building, dairying and fishing as its main source of income over the past 200 years. The Old Courthouse Museum has a wonderful collection of historical items and is well worth a visit. The town is accessed from the north by its famous lifting span bridge, the oldest of its type in Australia. Now a thriving regional centre and major tourist destination, people come to Batemans Bay from all over Australia for its natural beauty. Situated on the banks of the magnificent Clyde River, water is deeply ingrained in the culture of ‘the Bay’. Swimming, boating, fishing, kayaking, surfing and diving are all within easy reach of town. The Bay is famous for its Clyde River oysters, and there are plenty of cafes, restaurants, clubs and hotels offering local seafood on the menu.
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1. The Big Hole/Marble Arch Deua National Park 4km return Approx. 1.5 hours Big Hole 13km return Approx. 5.5 hours Marble Arch
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The north-western section of Deua National Park is a karst or limestone layer containing 400 million year old cave systems. The Big Hole and Marble Arch are two fascinating features which can be seen without going underground. Please note that permission is required to enter some caves. The walk starts from Berlang Camping Area, 45 minutes drive south of Braidwood along the Krawarree Road. After fording the knee-deep Shoalhaven River, an easy walk leads to a viewing platform from where the remarkable Big Hole, a chasm some 96 metres deep and 50 metres wide, can be safely viewed. The resident lyrebird may appear in the early morning or late afternoon when it comes out to feed. The track to Marble Arch continues from below the viewing platform. From the base of the hill the track is gently undulating until the very steep 150 metre descent into the Marble Arch. Wide bands of marble can be seen in the walls of the canyon and cavern roof and beautiful ferns cling to the lower sides of the canyon. Please note: The Shoalhaven River may become impassable after heavy rain. Do not enter the Marble Arch if Reedy Creek has risen or there are storms in the area.
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This easy walk begins from the Cascades Camping Area off Badja Forest Road near Countegany, east of Cooma. Follow the track through granite outcrops and forest rich with arboreal mammals to a viewing platform overlooking Tuross Falls and the spectacular gorge.
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This newly constructed walk connects Boyd’s Tower to Green Cape Lightstation, about 40km by road south of Eden. This magnificent coastal walk can be done over a couple of days or in easy half day sections. Spectacular ocean views, red rock platforms, long sandy beaches and a surprising array of different coastal landscapes, plant communities and animal habitats are found on this walk. Humpback whales and perhaps southern right whales may be seen on their southern migration during the spring months. A detailed walk brochure is available at the NPWS office in Merimbula. Camping is available along the way or stay in comfort in the renovated Green Cape Lightkeepers Cottages. Park use fees apply.
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Start this walk from Kianinny Bay via Tathra in the north or from Turingal Head via Wallagoot Lake Boat Club in the south. Rugged coastline, sandy and pebbly beaches and spectacular cliffs are features of this walk. The coastal heathland, dominated by dwarf oaks, Allocasuarina paludosa, is a haven in winter and spring for nectar-feeding birds like the eastern spinebill. At Boulder Bay, a fragile and uncommon remnant rainforest lies unusually close to the sea. Camping is available at Hobart Beach on the southern side of Wallagoot Lake. Park use fees apply.
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Spend an hour, a day or more walking in the National Parks and reserves of the Region. The walks featured here are some of the more popular ones, but there are many short and medium distance walks available at almost all destinations within National Parks in the region. Ask at a NPWS office or local tourist information centre about others. Please note that for all these walks, strong footwear should be worn, carry food and water, and take clothing suitable for changing weather conditions.
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Perisher Valley Accommodation Accommodation on the snow. Ski Perisher from the door!
• Location - ideally located in the heart of Perisher Blue. • Ski from your door - only 200m to the main Perisher Blue chairlifts. • Dine in style - Licenced restaurant with the best food, table service, wine and the best views Perisher has to offer. • Party and enjoy - drinks or cocktails from the bar. • Lounge around - the roaring log fire is a great spot to enjoy a coffee, a drink or a game of pool. • Relax - in large spa pool and sauna to end a great day on the slopes • Comfort - centrally heated rooms, all with private ensuites. • Connected - Free WiFi available
Bookings & enquiries
Ph: 02 6457 5256
www.perishersnow.com.au Cut out this coupon to receive a free glass of champagne on arrival. Limit of one coupon per guest and valid until September 2015
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