Far South Coast iMag - October 2015 by iMag Publications Pty Ltd

Far South Coast Region

OCTOBER 2015

Granite Town Festival

Inside • Art Trail • Collectibles Trail • What to See and Do • What's On • Live Music Guide • Monthly Markets • Regional Map

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BATEMANS BAY MOGO

Old Wares, Vintage, Collectibles Trail

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CENTRAL TILBA

NAROOMA 3

COBARGO BERMAGUI

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1- Milstons Past & Present

3 - Mockingbird Lane

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

2 - Narooma New & Used

4 - Artizantique

We buy, sell and trade.

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

∙ Thousands of CDs, DVDs

and second hand books ∙ Quality furniture & bedding ∙ Antiques, retro, collectibles ∙ Bric-a-brac ∙ Local removals

Ph: 4476 1107 122 Wagonga St Narooma

5 - Bull & Cow Antiques 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

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Join the southern migration After a fantastic Northern Humpback Whale Migration from Sydney we are back in Merimbula for the southern migration. This year in addition to our purpose built 75 passenger boat True Blue we have the brand new 20 passenger fast eco-rib ‘Sensational’.

Whale Sightings Guaranteed or your money back see website for full details

NEW in 2015! ‘Sensational’

3hr Morning Whale Watch

Our most popular cruise with cruises departing daily $69 Adults $65 Senior/Student Concession $40 Child 1 to 16yrs $190 Family 2 adults & 2 children 2hr Afternoon

Family

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Get up close and personal aboard our new Eco-Rib. Single Ticket $55pp Double Ticket $50pp Four or more Ticket $45pp *Maximum 20 people.

45Min Sensational Beaches Blast Hold on tight for a fast, fun filled adventure as we explore at speed the beaches and ocean off Merimbula.

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Whale Watching along the Wilderness Coast © Wayne Reynolds

From the Editor

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October Welcome to spring on the Far South Coast where we are right in the thick of the whale watching season. Mother and calf pods are appearing off the coast and it's easy to see them, whether you're strolling on the beach, on a headland with binoculars, in a boat or in a plane. The Far South Coast is one of the best places to go whale watching in Australia; you don't have to travel far at all to see humpback whales plus other species including southern right, minke and false killer whales. Check page 14 for more information. Montreal Goldfield is holding its annual Heritage Day on Sunday 11th October, and with a performance called "Moments of Montreal Madness" happening throughout the day, how could you not go? There's also billy tea and damper, a sausage sizzle, games and

music all day - read more on page 22. The annual Eden Whale Festival is on at the end of the month, and the Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre has a great range of activities and information about a huge range of marine species. See page 8 for details. Also happening at the end of the month is Moruya's second Granite Town festival. Featuring a truly amazing line-up of musicians including The Waifs, Saskwatch, Kingswood, Caravana Sun, Oka, Diesel n Dub plus a heap of local talent, the weekend is a serious treat for music fans. There's also Riverlights, a parade of floating lanterns on the Moruya River, Eat Street, a pop-up dining district in Riverside Park, and the Sandbar, a low tide experience with a difference! Have a great time this month whatever you do!

Contents Antiques & Collectibles Trail Markets Coast Map Art Galleries Trail Live Entertainment What's On

Towns Eden Pambula Merimbula Bega, Tathra Cobargo, Bermagui Tilba Narooma Moruya Mogo Batemans Bay

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Some photos courtesy of NSW Tourism Cover Photo: The band Kingswood will be at the Granite Town Festival, Moruya. See page 27 for more info.

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Eden Whale Festival, Eden

Eden

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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.

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

...will take you there!

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

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● 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

Check Entertainm ent Page for details

Dining with this view!

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See whales at Eden - No. 1 whale watching destination in Australia! Now is a great time to visit Eden to watch majestic Humpback whales on their southern migration. Australian Geographic recently named Eden as the Number 1 whale watching destination in Australia and there is no better way to watch these giants of the deep than with Cat Balou Cruises. Cruises operate daily with a guarantee of seeing whales on both the half day and Family whale watching cruises. Cat Balou has a 99% success rate in seeing whales. In the rare event of not seeing whales at close range, a return free cruise or a refund of half the fare is offered. Cat Balou Cruises owner/operators, Gordon and Ros Butt are celebrating their 26th year of whale watching at Eden, making them the most experienced whale watching operators in NSW. They take pride in providing the highest level of customer service and safety, and customer satisfaction is reflected by return clientele and numerous awards won over the years. In the past year they have won the South Coast Eco tourism Award and Certificate of

Excellence from Trip Advisor in 2013, 2014 and 2015. Cat Balou is a stable 16mt catamaran licensed to carry 72 passengers, however they limit their numbers to around 60 so everyone has plenty of room to move about. There is inside seating for all passengers and the upper deck and large bow area provide excellent viewing and photo opportunities. A live commentary is given throughout and complimentary refreshments including hot soup are provided. Unlike most of the other ports in the area there is direct ocean access from the port of Eden with no sand bars to cross, therefore passengers are not required to wear life jackets. At the start of the season it is mainly adults and sub adult Humpback whales that are seen, frequently feeding which is an awesome experience and possibly the only place in the world that Humpbacks feed on their migratory route. Later in the season, mother/calf pods travel closer to shore, quite often stopping in Twofold Bay with opportunities to

watch them from shore. Seals and dolphins plus many species of sea birds are usually seen on the cruises. On selected afternoons Cat Balou also offer their 2hr Twofold Bay Discovery Cruises. This cruise explores the southern section of Twofold Bay, viewing Boyd’s Tower, Edrom Lodge, Boydtown, the woodchip mill, naval wharf and fishing fleet. If whales are within the bay it’s an added bonus! For bookings and timetables for all cruises Ph 0427 260 489 or 0427 962 027. Check their daily whale sightings at www.whalewatchingeden.com.au and Cat Balou Cruises Facebook. Below: Watching whales play on Cat Balou

New exhibition explores role of Royal Australian Navy in WWI One hundred years ago, on 14th September 1914, Australia’s first submarine AE1 disappeared while patrolling the seas near present day New Guinea. No trace of the vessel or its 35 hands has ever been found to this day. This story is part of an eight-panel pop up banner display at the Eden Killer Whale Museum, opening this September. The experiences of Australian sailors in World War I has largely been overshadowed by the stories of soldiers on the Western Front or at Gallipoli. This

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Australian National Maritime Museum travelling exhibition draws on the personal accounts of Navy servicemen – to tell their incredible stories of bravery and sacrifice amidst the drudgery of life at sea, patrolling, blockading and escorting troopships. The mystery of what happened to AE1 is explored alongside the story of Australia’s second submarine AE2, which became the first Allied vessel to breach the Dardanelles in Turkey, disrupting the Turkish forces moving to defend the Gallipoli peninsular in April 1915, and the story of the RAN Bridging Trains at the Gallipoli campaign. Australian National Maritime Museum director Kevin Sumption reflected on the importance of the new exhibition in telling the full story of Australia in

World War I: “Australia’s involvement in the First World War was a defining moment in our nation’s history, helping form many of the ideas of national identity we still have today,” he said. The banner display is made possible with the assistance of the Australia Council and Visions Australia: Regional Exhibition and Touring Fund. It is proudly supported by presenting partner, the Returned and Services League of Australia. The War at Sea – the Navy in WWI banner display is open from 8th September - 18th October 2015.

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Cruises depart Main Wharf, Eden BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL; PH 0427 962027 or 0427 260489 www.whalewatchingeden.com.au

HALF DAY WHALE WATCHING

8am Daily $75 Adults & Seniors $60 all children under 16yrs $225 Family - 2 adults & 2 children under 16yrs Incorporating Twofold Bay Cruise. Refreshments including tea, coffee, hot soup, biscuits & cheese included.

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FAMILY WHALE WATCHING 11.45am on selected days $55 Adults & Seniors $40 Children under 16yrs $160 Family - 2 adults & 2 children under 16yrs. Afternoon tea included.

2 hr TWOFOLD BAY DISCOVERY CRUISES

Depart on selected days $40 Adults $35 Seniors $20 children 5-15yrs $10 children under 5 yrs $125 Family (2 adults and 3 children under 16yrs)

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Visit Marine Discovery Centre during Eden's Whale Festival October sees the middle of the official whale watching season here on the far south coast, and while the whales are still heading south, Eden celebrates these great creatures with the community run event, the annual Eden Whale Festival. During the weekend of October 31st and November 1st, the Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre will be open on both days (see website for opening hours as they may differ from the norm). Come in and check out our new and exciting custom built Touch Tank and the incredible array of marine critters living inside. These animals are only a small selection of some of the amazing diversity found on our coast and we can tell you all

about them while you hold them in the palms of your hand! During the Festival weekend while the centre is open, come in and learn about the large marine mammals like dolphins and whales found in the region and learn about the smaller marine creatures that hide in our local rockpools. You might like to do some whale-inspired arts and crafts to take home, read the incredible true tale of a man who survived being swallowed by a shark, or if you dare, enter the very deep and dark Deep Sea Exhibit; climb aboard our Octopod 9 and descend to the bottom of the sea! There is so much to see and do in this hands-on and interactive marine discovery

centre that you will want to spend all day in here! The Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre is truly an exciting place to immerse yourself in and discover – and we can show you how. www.sapphirecoastdiscovery.com.au Below: Checking out the new Touch Tank

Opening Hours Monday to Friday - 10am to 3pm School Holidays: Monday to Saturday – 9:30am to 3:30pm Group bookings available outside of these hours

Fun for the whole family!

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• New Complex • Centre of Town • Motel & SC Units • Now with Wireless Broadband • Fantastic views of Twofold Bay

Davidson Gallery Whaling Exhibition Visit Old Tom’s Skeleton -the most famous of Killer Whales

Davy Jones’ Treasures Gift & Souvenir Shop

open 7 days

· Extensive range of historical books · Disabled Access · Bus Parking 184 Imlay St, EDEN opp Police Station ph 02 6496 2094 fax 02 6496 2024 www.killerwhalemuseum.com.au email: promo@killerwhalemuseum.com.au

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Pambula Beach © Paul Callaghan Caption for photograph © Photographer

Pambula

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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

Your local liquor specialist

Hand-moulded Organic Sourdoughs Cakes & Pastries Wild Variety of Pies

CAFÉ STYLE EATING Roasted on premises coffee, from ethically sourced farms. Open Mon - Fri 6.30am - 4.30pm Sat 6.30am - 2.00pm

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Merimbula Lake & Jetty, Merimbula ÂŠ 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 townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

MELA PURDIE VERGE ANDIAMO MARILYN SEYB D-LUX SCARVES PHILOSOPHY Shop 8, The Promenade, Market Street, Merimbula

Ph: (02) 6495 2018

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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.

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

JOSEPH RIBKOFF GABRIELLA FRATTINI GORDON SMITH FOIL THE ARK ACCESSORIES Shop 13, The Plaza, Merimbula

Ph: (02) 6495 3303

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The Wildlife Experience Potoroo Palace is a special native animal sanctuary, located just 9kms north of Merimbula, and a real gem of the Sapphire Coast, positioned in an intimate setting, not-for-profit and dependent on visitor’s entry fees and donations for survival. Keepers provide Educational Talks twice daily and enthusiastically share knowledge and stories about our native animals. Train rides are available on the Potoroo Palace Train and are a lot of fun for everyone.

NATIVE ANIMAL EDUCATIONAL SANCTUARY • Open 10am - 4pm daily (except Christmas Day) • Trains & Educational talks at 11am and 2pm daily • Individual Animal Encounters by arrangement

• Blue Wren Cafe now licensed, enjoy delicious homemade snacks and lunches • BBQ also available

9km north of Merimbula on the Princes Hwy Ph: 02 6494 9225 Fax: 02 6494 9559 Office: 02 6494 9053 Email: info@potoroopalace.com www.potoroopalace.com

Ice Cream Heaven • 50+ FLAVOURS • Active culture

create your own ‘frocombo’ with a twist

• Serious Coffee Bar (organic and house blend) • Gelateria • Belgian Waffles • Pancakes • Crepes • Nina’s fine hand-made Belgian Chocolates • Light Meals

Hand feeding the free roaming kangaroos and emus is always a delight for visitors, chatting with the cheeky cockatoos , seeing bettong brothers “Nugget” and “Nigel”, tawny frogmouth couple, “Berry” and “Tawny”, dingoes, reptiles, potoroos, and much more! Picnic and enjoy free BBQs, alongside the shady dam or indulge at the Blue Wren Café, always open for coffees and delicious home-made food, locally grown, sourced and organically produced where possible. Educational books, Australian Made gifts and souvenirs to browse are in the gift shop. See website for prices and details on all the animals to meet. www.potoroopalace.com

Merimbula Ice Creamery

HYLANDS CORNER PLAZA PHONE: 6495 2311

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Showcasing the Marine Life of our coast plus Great Food with spectacular views

Fish Feeding Monday, Wednesday & Friday 11.30

Choose from our casual lunch menu (11.30am - 2.30pm)

Lake Street Merimbula Phone (02) 6495 4446 www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au

PIZZA, PASTA RIBS, PIZZA DEALS

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Magic Mountain - open for Spring Merimbula’s Magic Mountain is a great way to entertain a family of all ages. Available for the 'big kids' to play on is the diamond python rollercoaster (for the brave-hearted), toboggans (for those who love wind in the hair), grand prix cars (nearly as good as the real thing), waterslides (with a tunnel!) and so much more. For the younger ones there's mini-golf, toddler town, carpet slides and more. Set in well-maintained gardens with picnic tables and free barbeques, Magic Mountain offers value and entertainment to a family of any age. The Tree Climb Challenge consists of 3 challenging courses and over 30 obstacles spread over the park high up in the Trees. The minimum age for the

Tree Climb is 11 years with a minimum height of 120cm. Parental supervision is required for those under the age of 14. The Tree climb challenge is ticketed separately from Magic Mountain, and bookings are advised in busy holiday periods. With hot food served from the old Melbourne tram, coffee, cakes and other delicious treats available from the kiosk, you can just turn up and relax. Magic Mountain offers great value for group bookings, birthdays, school bookings or Christmas parties. Gift vouchers for both Magic Mountain and the Tree Climb Challenge make a fantastic present too. For enquiries phone 64 952 299. To book in for your Tree Climb Challenge or buy Magic Mountain tickets online, visit the website at www. magicmountain.net.au

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our passengers. We offer a money back guarantee that whales will be sighted on your cruise – please see our website for full details. Check out our daily photos and whale reports on our facebookpage www. facebook.com/Merimbulamarina. Like our page and download photos taken from your cruise for free! If whale watching is not your thing then why not try one of our NEW: 45min Sensational Beaches Blast trips. This high speed adventure is an awesome way to see Merimbula's coastline whilst having a blast! Book now by phoning (02) 6495 1686 or online www.merimbulamarina.com

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experience. She is a fast, economical eco-RIB, which means you'll get to the whales fast and spend more time with them. Licensed to carry 20 passengers plus crew means you'll have a more personalised and intimate experience. With real 360 degree water-level viewing this vessel allows you to get up close and personal with the whales!. Merimbula Marina operates multiple cruises each day from September to November. We are a family owned and operated business and believe in responsible and respectful whale watching practices. We have a deep love of the ocean and all its amazing creatures and enjoy sharing this with

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This month there are thousands of Humpback Whales migrating south along the eastern coast of Australia. The pristine waters off Merimbula are one of their most sensational playgrounds. Our vessels "True Blue" and "Sensational" have been whale watching in Sydney over winter, and we have observed thousands of humpbacks on their northern migration. All these whales are now heading south, bringing their young calves with them! Launched in May this year, "Sensational" is the Sapphire Coast's newest and fastest whale watching

Merimbula Lake

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Whale Watching on the Far South Coast The Far South Coast is one of the best places in Australia to go whale watching as there are plenty of choices that don't involve hours of travel. If you're keen to get out on the water, you're spoilt for choice. In Eden, Cat Balou offer a range of whale watching charters around the beautiful Twofold Bay. Ros and Gordon Butt have been operating Cat Balou Cruises since 1987 and are the most experienced whale watching operators in NSW. If you're in Merimbula, Merimbula Marina, Headland Charters and Reel Affair all offer whale watching cruises.

Merimbula Marina have two boats that follow the whales up to Sydney, then make the return trip as whales migrate south. Headland Charters and Reel Affair offer a more intimate experience with a maximum of 8 - 10 people on board. In Narooma, both Narooma Charters and Island Charters combine whale watching with tours of Montague Island to see seal and penguin colonies. Prices vary depending on the time spent out on the water, but charter outfits offer a fantastic highly educational experience, as they

HEADLAND FISHING ADVENTURES

comply with NPWS standards. If water isn't your thing, Merimbula Air Services can get you airborne for a whale watching experience of a different kind. You can cruise up and down the coast to get a sense of just how many whales pass by the coast on their southern migration. If land-based whale watching suits best, visit your favourite headland with binoculars and a chair, and keep scanning the horizon for water spouts. Whales have even been seen just off the beach at Tathra, in Merimbula Bay and in the port of Eden. You don't have to go too far, you just have to be lucky!

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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 24th October 8am - 12pm Nethercote Community Hall and gardens, cnr back Ck & Nethercote Rds Pambula Pambula Rotary Market 2nd Sunday of month Pambula Recreation Grounds. 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 9th, Friday 23rd 8am - 1pm. Littleton Gardens, Bega. Buskers encouraged. 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 From 20th August: held in the car park at the Bermagui Fishermenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wharf every Thursday from 3.00pm Contact 0425711795 - Lynne Ford, Market Organiser 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.

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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. Juela Mogo 36a Princes Highway, Mogo. Ph 4474 4981 www.juelamogo.com.au Boutique design and manufacturing studio offering a unique, personable and specialised service. Their onsite jewellers will design to suit a client's individual needs, revamp old jewellery and offer an ever-evolving selection of unique pieces. Featuring a fully operational workshop with consultants lounge and modern studio, this is an experience you will remember. 3. Colin Perini Gallery & Alison Perini Gallery - ClockTower Arcade, Mogo Colin is a leading Australian seascape artist. The biggest gallery on the coast with everything from grand seascapes and landscapes to small local scenes plus many unique gifts. Colin is also a cartoon portrait artist and will draw you, right there in the Gallery. Alison is a professional mosaic artist. Her gallery is a wonderland of variety, colours and works to arouse any imagination. Open every day 10am to 4.00pm 4. Studio Diciotto 18 Connells Close, Mossy Point Ph: 44717560. Fine Art Studio and workshop displaying paintings and printmaking by Frances Luke. Open Saturday and Sunday 1 - 4.30 pm. Enrolments taken for workshops in Drypoint etching and colour block printing. E: francesluke8@gmail.com 5. 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. 6. 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. Reopens from winter break on the October long weekend. 7. Ivy Hill Gallery 1795 Bermagui Rd, Wapengo. Ph 6494 0152 www.ivyhill.com.au Open Thursday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm. Spring at Ivy Hill showcases Australian flora and fauna with an exhibition titled FERNS, FEATHERS AND FISH. Contributing are a talented trio with exceptional skills. Botanic paintings of native plants and moths by Melbourne artist, Laurie Andrews, super realistic compositions of native birds by Richard Siemens and porcelain hand painted and overlaid with decals from Anneke Paijmans. Meet the artists and talk about their work from 5 pm on Saturday 3 October 8. Narek Galleries 1140 Tathra-Bermagui Rd, Tanja. Ph 6494 0112 www.narekgalleries.com Established for over forty years, the gallery presents a vibrant programme of regularly changing exhibitions by critically acclaimed Australian artists and craftspeople in the Old Tanja Church and a stockroom display in the 'Glasshouse Gallery'. The exhibition Wonder and Loss, contemporary ceramics by Cathy Franzi, runs 1 October to 15 November. Cathy Franzi's practice-led research has been investigating ways in which representations of Australian flora on the ceramic vessel can express current botanical and environmental knowledge. This exhibition concentrates on the flora found in the Mimosa Rocks and Bournda National Parks. Drinks with the artist from 4pm on Saturday 3 October. Open: Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10am to 5pm & public holidays.

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Batemans Bay to Eden 9. Bega Valley Regional Gallery Zingel Place, Bega. Ph 6499 2187 www.begavalley.nsw.gov.au Open Tue - Fri 10am - 4pm, Sat 9am - 12 noon. To 3 October DION HORSTMANS 2x1 9 October – 14 November Ken + Julia Yonetani THE LAST SUPPER. A Hazelhurst Regional Gallery & Arts Centre commissioned project toured by Museums & Galleries of NSW 10. 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. Gallery 1: 25 September - 21 October Drawing exhibition: 'Úntitled'. Drawing is more about line, shape and tone rather that colour fields, and more likely made using dry media rather than wet. Nevertheless, the show takes a broad and lenient view as to what is or is not a drawing and in some cases these traditional demarcations may be subverted. Opening night 5pm 25th September Gallery 1: 23 October - 4 November Sakura: Japanese Cultural Exhibition. A display of Japanese antiques & collectables including kiminos, jewellery, original wood block prints & small furniture. Japanese food & music on opening night, 5pm 23rd October. In Gallery 2: from 1st August: Spiral Artists 11. 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. 12. 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.

Art Galleries on the Far South Coast

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At Bega Valley Regional Gallery Ken + Julia Yonetani, The Last Supper, 2014. Commissioned by Hazelhurst Regional Gallery & Arts Centre. Photography by Silversalt. Image courtesy of the artists and Hazelhurst Regional Gallery & Arts Centre

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Bega ∙ Tathra Bega is the business and administrative heart of the Bega Valley, and a place of natural beauty, surrounded by lush pastures and forested escarpment.

Tathra Beach Country Club Golf or Tennis Ph 6494 1220

The Golden Sands Chinese Restaurant

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www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au The dairy industry has always played a major part in the Bega economy, and today, the Bega Cheese Co-op is one of Australia’s leading manufacturers of dairy products, exporting millions of dollars worth of product every year. A visit to the Bega Cheese Heritage Centre is a must...housed in a reproduction of one of the first buildings on the site, the Heritage Centre provides a fascinating insight into how early farmers lived, worked and transported their products. Tathra, surrounded by National Parks and with a beautiful beach and historic wharf, is a fantastic place for a holiday. Accommodation ranges from upmarket apartments to the caravan park, and there are lots of cafes and restaurants so you don't have to cook. There's a fantastic skate park and playground for the kids, places to fish, ride a bike, surf, walk, water ski, canoe, bird watch, play golf or tennis at the Country Club, or relax with a book.

What to See & Do Visit the Bega Cheese Heritage Centre Wander along the walking/cycling track near the Bega River Check out the art galleries Step back in time at the Bega Pioneer Musuem 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. VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE At Bega Cheese Heritage Centre Lagoon Street, Bega Ph: 02 6491 7645

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BEGA CHEESE HERITAGE CENTRE Regional Bus Ticketing available for Countrylink & Premier bus services

Free admission Gourmet range of fudge Cheese tasting & sales Ice creams, milk shakes & light meals The History of Dairying Museum Local products, Arts & Crafts, Picnic area Wheelchair friendly

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Morning & Afternoon Tea & Lunch served from Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm Dinner from 6pm, Friday and Saturday nights - booking essential. The cafe is the perfect place to sit back and enjoy our coffee with great company & our friendly service.

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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

Bega Garden Nursery Hardy plants for coastal, frost & dry conditions. Seedlings and herbs are our speciality. OPEN MONDAY - SATURDAY Monday to Friday - 10 am to 9 pm Saturday - 11 am to 9 pm Sunday - 4.30 pm to 9 pm

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Cobargo ∙ Bermagui The picturesque historic village of Cobargo is far more than a working village. It is a creative, vibrant place reflecting the diversity and talents of those who live and work in the district. 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 Laneway markets. Bermagui offers visitors a myriad of things to do and places to go. Pristine beaches and lakes provide

water activities from surfing to swimming, snorkeling, boating and canoeing. Throw in a line from the beach, rocks or along the Bermagui River, or head out on one of the local charter boats. 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. Go bush walking in nearby National

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Montreal Goldfield Heritage Day Sunday October 11th 9.30am - 3pm

Half hour performances of "Moments of Montreal Madness" 10.30am and 12 noon

Tours run all day with FREE billy tea and damper. Gold panning, sausage sizzle, music all day, games and more

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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 Tilbaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Tilbaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main street.

My Heaven On Earth A home-like feeling cafe right at the entry to beautiful Tilba. The food is home-made, and mostly sourced from the local district, so come in and enjoy hand made middle eastern tapas, dips, local cheese platters by South Coast Cheese, smoked meat by the local butcher and lots of yummy sweets served with local jersey cream. As recently featured on the television show River Cottage, we aim to create food selections to suit all needs Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten Free or plain carnivore. My Heaven On Earth is a great place to relax, with great coffee and a wide selection of teas by Orits Tea, some of the finest organic teas handmade on the far south coast. Come and have a cheese platter on the deck on Sundays with live music. Or book in for our popular Friday dinners. Open 7 days a week, like us on Facebook. My Heaven On Earth at 1 Bates St Central Tilba 02 4473 7534

GulagaOn Gallery My Heaven Earth Cafe (02) 4473 7233 7534

Gulaga Gallery Passion Fish (02) 4473 7233 7714

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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 Go for a bike ride around town and beyond VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Princes Highway, Narooma 4476 2881 Open: Off Peak 9am - 4pm, 7 days Peak 9am - 5pm, 7 days

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Whale Watching and Montague Island Tours with Narooma Charters Morning and Afternoon Tours. Evening Penguin Tours. • Large comfortable boats with 360° viewing. • Most experienced Skippers and crew in the area. • 100% success rate for the last 7 years. Whale Watch and Seal Tour 9:30am - $70 or 12:30pm - $70 Child and family rates also available Montague Tour with Whale Watch 1:00pm Evening Adult $110 $110 Child $90 $100 Family 2+2 - $380 $380 Montague Island Morning Tour with Whale Watch 8:00am All trips subject to minimum numbers, Adult $130 weather and sea conditions Child $110 Book Now - 0407 909 111 Family 2+2 $440

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Island Charters offer new tour this October Chris and Cecilia of Island Charters Narooma have been busy creating new tours that explore their favourite places. Their newest trip is an exploration of Central Tilba and surrounds. This bus tour starts off with a stroll through the historic village of Central Tilba with its quaint and quirky shops. Head to the historic ABC Cheese Factory for a short talk and a cheese tasting, followed by a drink of your choice. A quick bus ride takes you to the Tilba Valley Winery for wine tasting, a light platter selection and a relaxing afternoon, then it's back to your accommodation. Another popular tour is the “Meal With A Seal” trip - cruise around Montague Island

checking out all the favourite haunts of Australian and New Zealand fur seals. Enjoy the region’s finest produce for lunch, including fresh oysters, fish, locally smoked bacon and Tilba’s famous cheese. Round off the day with a guided snorkel tour for the best possible interaction with seals (the “puppies of the sea”) followed by a guided tour of the Montague Island Lighthouse. Or you can learn about the

history and tales of Montague Island followed by a light afternoon tea. Learn about indigenous history on a half day guided Aboriginal tour. Hear ancient creation and dreaming stories from Camel Rock, Koala Rock and Turtle Rock, then travel to the Umbarra Cultural Centre to hear the history of Wallaga Lake. Island Charters are the only PADI authorised scuba and snorkel dive vessel operating from the Narooma wharf that provide a great range of guided snorkeling and diving tours including diving the SS Lady Darling and snorkeling with dolphins. Details at islandchartersnarooma.com.au

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Get on your bike in Narooma Staying in Narooma? Looking to explore the town? Jump on a bike (hire one if you don't have one with you) and try out these cycle tracks. They offer spectacular views of Narooma, Wagonga Inlet and Gulaga (Mt Dromedary), no monster hills and plenty of stops along the way to take a break. Apex Park to Australia Rock Return distance 8km. Easy grade. Child-friendly The ride begins at Apex Park, on the north side of Wagonga Inlet and follows the Mill Bay Boardwalk to the Bridge, then travels around the

shoreline of the inlet past Rotary Park and the playground to Australia Rock. The Mill Bay Boardwalk is built over the water and you can often see fish and large stingrays in the spectacular turquoise water. There are playgrounds along the way, with easy detours for ice cream stops. Take care once you pass Rotary Park as the road is narrow and children need to be closely supervised. At Bar Lookout, there are viewing platforms and a stairway leading to the southern breakwater. From Bar Lookout, there are views over to the golf course to the south, and the beaches and headlands to the north towards the villages of Dalmeny.

Forsters Bay to Northern Breakwater Return distance 6km. Easy grade. Child-friendly Start from the marinas on Forsters Bay and head toward the Bridge. This easy ride passes the Quota International Sensory Garden and has great views over Forsters Bay. After crossing the Bridge, head along to the Mill Bay Boardwalk, before reaching the breakwater. The rock wall is a good place to sit and take in the views across the water. For details about these rides, maps and information about other rides around Narooma and other towns, check out www.cyclingnarooma.com.au/

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.

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Merimbula RSL Phone 6495 1502 Sat 3rd AFL Grand Final on the Big Screen Crystal Radio in the Scenic Lounge, 7.30 – 11.30pm Sat 10th Spicy Fruit Chutney in the Scenic Lounge, 7.30 – 11.30pm Sat 17th Once Bitten in the Scenic Lounge, 7.30 – 11.30pm Sat 24th The Hoops in the Scenic Lounge, 7.30 – 11.30pm Sat 31st Darryl Lamb in the Scenic Lounge, 7.30 – 11.30pm

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Granite Town - Moruya’s funky festival on the river a full band and is bound to blow the roof off the place. After performing as part of Granite Town's 'Sandbar' initiative in 2014, ex-local and now AIM graduate, Tommy Novak returns this year to a main stage slot with his incredible band. Granite Town is a fantastic weekend for ALL AGES. Last year had babies to senior citizens all groov'n together at the festival! Fri 30 Oct • Sat 31 Oct • Sun 1 Nov 2015 Apart from the great music, here's some more highlights of Granite Town... FEATURING: Saskwatch The Waifs Kingswood Caravana Sun • Riverlights, a parade of floating, artist The Strides Gang of Brothers Eon Beats The Spindrift Saga Oka designed, community constructed lanterns Alice Terry and the Skinny White Boys Gordi The Cactus Channel on the Moruya River, will bewitch and PLUS: Riverlights Sandbar Brunch Eat Street Street Parade & more dazzle kids and adults alike at the official granitetown.com.au . MORUYA NSW Granite Town opening on Friday evening, while the region's best gourmet food will satisfy the palate at Eat Street, the pop-up dining district at Riverside Park and Moruya Golf Club. • Book a seat and be ferried out along the Granite Town Festival 2015 is on Friday river to the Granite Town SandBar right on 30th October, Saturday 31st October the sand bar at low tide on Saturday and Sunday 1st of November. • Join in the fun of the Street Parade, with Get in the Granite Town groove at this groovy ‘floats’, marching bands, School South Coast spectacular! Bands, vintage cars and more on Saturday Find more information at morning and enjoy the Free Concert www.granitetown.com.au afterwards. Under 12's are FREE with an accompanying paying adult, student tickets available as This beautiful 220 acre property enjoys 2km riverfront and nestles concessions. Tickets are between the Moruya River and Mogendoura Creek. Some of the best available online at South Coast surf beaches are only 10minutes away, including Broulee and Moruya Heads. The perfect get away. The Mogendoura Cottages www.granitetown. are three top quality, self-catered, two-bedroom brick cottages with com.au, or at the Ticket combustion fireplace and a communal barbeque. Office located at the he farm! o see you at t Hope t entrance to 'The Hub' at Riverside Park. Granite 189 Hawdons Rd, Mogendoura, Moruya on 0412 468 921 Town venues are The emmalips@activ8.net.au.au www.mogendoura.com.au Hub, The Adelaide Hotel, The Waterfront Hotel, SPONSORS

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Moruya, home of the Sydney Harbour Bridge granite and the historic site of the Granite Town quarrying village, will have you partying, dancing and feasting in the 2nd Granite Town Festival - THE Festival on the River! The Granite Town music team are pumped to be delivering a highenergy, super groov'n line-up for this years festival. We are working hard to bring 'da funk' to Moruya and to deliver a little something for all ages and tastes. Strap yourselves in for a festival of high-end entertainment with plenty of the big name artists you'll know and some of the best up and coming outfits in the country. A stellar line-up of music includes The Waifs, Saskwatch, Kingswood, Caravana Sun, Oka, Diesel n Dub, Gang of Brothers, Eon Beats, Alice Terry and the Skinny White Boys, The Strides, Gordi and Cactus Channel. All this fantastic entertainment will be centered around the brilliant Riverside Park venue 'The Hub' ! Local talent is also a major part of the weekend too. Since their gig on the main stage in 2014, local alt-rockers 'The Spindrift Saga' have sold out three original local show in Batemans Bay, supported ‘Thirsty Merc’ multiple times, supported Aria award winners 'The Ruben's', supported ‘British India’, ‘The Strides’ and a stack more besides. The boys even wrote a track 'The Ghost of Garland Town' written about (and for) Granite Town. Ex-local girl Alice Terry also performed last year at Granite Town, and Alice is back again this year with

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.

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Extensive range of art & craft supplies including:

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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 is located in a natural bush setting on 4.5ha, great place to step back in time reliving Australia’s Pioneering Era. Guided tours run four times each day, and you can pan for real Gold, see the working rock crusher and explore the mine tunnel. 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. At the 2015 South Coast Tourism awards the Gold Rush Colony won Gold in the Budget Accommodation section as well as winning a silver award in the Heritage and Culture category. 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

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.

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the sailing mast at the entrance, and above, the magnificent 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. Details at www.goldrushcolony.com.au

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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.

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Batemans Bay

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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.

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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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 Drop in to the Old Courthouse Museum and explore the storehouse of the community's history Enjoy a coffee or a meal at one of the cafés and restaurants on the bank of the Clyde River Visit the many National Parks in the region, from hinterland forests to coastal gems VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Princes Hwy, Batemans Bay Ph: 1800 802 528 info@eurobodalla.com.au

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Heaps of free displays & demos great food, live music, kids’ corner! 10am-3pm Sunday 18th Oct NEXT TO TOWN WATER GARDENS www.oldcourthousemuseum.com No visit complete without calling in to our pre-loved Book Emporium!

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What's On - October 8th September - 18th October - The War at Sea – the Navy in WWI, Eden Killer Whale Museum Focussing on stories of Australian sailors in World War 1, this eight-panel pop up banner display draws on personal accounts of Navy servicemen and tells their incredible stories of bravery and sacrifice amidst the drudgery of life at sea, patrolling, blockading and escorting troopships. Read more on page 7, or go to www.killerwhalemuseum.com.au 26th - 27th September - Pambula Motorfest, Pambula Beach Sporting Complex, Pambula The Pambula Motorfest is a not-forprofit event run annually to raise funds for the local community and provide a family fun motoring event for entrants and spectators alike. Swap meet, show and shine, ladies stalls, trade stalls, merchandise trucks, a massive kids zone and so much more! For the car enthusiast there are street machines, hot rods, vintage, motorbikes, trucks, utes, 4x4's, vans.......it's all at the Pambula Motorfest! Entry on Saturday is $5 for adults with children U16 free, and $10 on Sunday with children U16 free. Find out more on page 9 or go to www.pambula-motorfest.com/ 26th & 27th September – ReBoot in Bermagui Shake off the winter wobbles and run, refresh, relax and renew in beautiful Bermagui! A weekend of active participation with 3 programs – ReActivate, ReJuvenate, ReEnergise. Fun runs, ocean swim, teams tug-o-war, beachside health clinic, boot camp, Tai Chi, Zumba, Pilates, boxing, golf, barefoot bowls, tennis, SUP and much more. Check out the 2015 program on the ReBoot in Bermagui Facebook page or visit bermaguichamber.org.au/reboot-inbermagui/ 11th October - Heritage Day, Montreal Goldfield, Wallaga Lake Explore Australia's only seaside gold field at Montreal Goldfield's Heritage Day. Enjoy performances of "Moments of Montreal Madness" at 10.30am

and 12 noon, tours run all day with free billy tea and damper, sausage sizzle, gold panning, music all day and games. Entry $7.50/person or $25/family. See page 23 or montrealgoldfield.org.au 18th October - Old Courthouse Museum Open Day, Batemans Bay Once a year the Old Courthouse Museum throws open its doors to the public, allowing visitors to explore its many collections that are the storehouse of the community's history. There's also displays from many other community groups, handcraft goods and a white elephant stall, book sales, a Kiddies Corner handcraft goods and white elephant stall and book sales. The sausage sizzle and cream teas will stave off hunger pangs throughout the day. Gates open at 9.30 - 3pm. Details at www.oldcourthousemuseum.com/ 30th October - 1st November Granite Town Moruya Strap yourselves in for a festival of high-end entertainment with plenty of big name artists and some of the best up and coming outfits in the country. There's also Riverlights, a parade of floating, artist designed, community constructed lanterns on the Moruya River, a pop-up dining district at Riverside Park featuring the region's best gourmet food plus a Street Parade, School Bands, vintage cars and more with a free concert afterwards. See page 27 for details, or check out www.granitetown.com.au/ 30th October - 1st November - Eden Whale Festival, Eden Saturday’s high energy street parade will kicks things off, and the festival markets will tantalise your tastebuds. Feast on local produce at Snug Cove, try your hand at oyster shucking, capstan pull and whittling spoons to name a few. The Whale Song Sunset Gig returns showcasing the best of the locals plus headline acts from around the country. Fireworks will round off the day, with more events on Sunday. Head to www.edenwhalefestival.com. au for more information.

8th September -18th October - The War at Sea, Eden Killer Whale Museum, Eden

26th - 27th September - Pambula Motorfest, Pambula Beach

26th - 27th September - Reboot in Bermagui

30th October - 1st November - Granite Town Festival, Moruya

30th October - 1st November- Eden Whale Festival, Eden

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