The Bugle 9 May 2015 by The Bugle Newspaper

The Bugle 9 May 2015

A fortnightly celebration of people and places on the Upper South Coast of NSW

Serving the communities of Kiama, Gerringong, Jamberoo, Kiama Downs, Minnamurra and Gerroa

New, improved plan for hospital site As the planning for the Centre of Aged Care Excellence on the old Kiama Hospital site builds momentum, new plans have been released that show how the project is shaping up as it moves past the concept stage. The latest plan, which still has to be ratified by Council but we believe has the enthusiastic support of councillors, has a number of significant changes including the deferal of the controversial proposal to sell off eight residential blocks at the rear of the site to help fund the

development. “By deferring the issue of the ultimate fate of the land at the back of the site, we can focus on getting the Centre of Excellence up and running,” says Mayor Brian Petschler. The DA documentation is expected to be completed in July, with work to begin in mid 2016. Timing is dependent on a number of factors, including the expansion of Port Kembla Hospital to accommodate the beds currently at Kiama. The Area Health Service

will need to construct its new premises at the front of the site before the demolition of the old hospital can be undertaken. A welcome addition to the complex is a proposed community activities centre, able to be used for group gatherings and a variety of other activities. The on-site car parking has also been expanded to include part of the rear area of the site. Rather than five residential buildings, the new plan has three two and a half level buildings aligned on angled

view corridors, with the living area on the top floor set back to alleviate privacy concerns. The reconfiguration has increased the number of independent living units to 51 (from 36), and reduced the number of assisted living units to 16 (from 22). As with the previous plan, historic Barroul House will be restored and used for a variety of purposes, with the revised plan giving it more prominence. The architects are working closely with experts in aged

care to ensure the facility is a true centre of excellence. “The revised plans are a great improvement,” says Councillor Andrew Sloan. “The addition of community activities rooms, the retention of more open space, the layout, the link through to Bonaira Reserve, and, of course, the location will combine to make this a lovely place to live.” He says that while it is an expensive project, it will provide an economic return to the community in the long term.

More recognition for our young achiever At this year’s Illawarra Women in Business Awards Kiama’s 20 year old Melissa Tierney was presented with The Young Achiever Award for her work with The Disability Trust. Each week, Melissa spends her Friday evening with a group of children and young adults, all with a disability. Through Music Makers, she teaches them to dance, sing and perform. Each year, the group showcases their talents through a performance evening concert. Through these evenings, she has transformed the lives of those with a disability, by enabling these young people to showcase their talents confidently and professionally, before a full live audience of over 350 people. By the end of 2014, she had raised over $60,000 for the Trust over five years, and her efforts continue (see details of this year’s concert at far right). Melissa has previously received honours from Kiama Council and was Kiama Showgirl in 2014. She has also been a tireless fund-

Inside this issue Kabaret fun comes to Kiama p 3

New fitness policy in a nutshell p 3 Postcard from the Western Front p 8

Roo does West Side Story p 4

Melissa and Dexter

raiser for Dexter, a local boy with cerebral palsy and medical issues. The IWB Awards also recognized the efforts of local businesswomen. Lisa Burling of LBPR was a finalist in the Businesswoman of the Year category and received a highly commended award. Meryll Faulkner of Making Faces Makeup Studio and Nadia Guillaumier of NEG Photography were both finalists in the Home Based Business Award.

Details: Music Makers Fundraising Concert, Fri 22 May at Waves, Towradgi Beach Hotel Tickets $25 or $15 under 16 available from 0409 976 987

What’s on? Every Wednesday

12 - 13 May

Kiama Farmers’ Market Kiama Harbour 2-5pm

The Importance of Being Miriam Merrigong Theatre, Wollongong (see right)

On weekends Live music at The Sebel, Kiama Leagues Club, The Mecure, Jamberoo Pub and other venues.

Various dates til 23 May West Side Story Roo Theatre, Shellharbour (see p4)

9 May Kiama Race Day Kembla Grange Werri Slash and Gerringong Surf Music Festival In and around the south end of Werri Beach and Gerringong Bowling Club CRMI Mothers’ Day High Tea & Fashion Parade 1-4pm, Gerringong Town Hall. $25 tickets from Cronin’s Liquor

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Kiama Produce Market Black Beach KaBari Kabaret (see page 3) Berry Celtic Festival Berry Oval

31 May Jamberoo Village Market Reid Park 9-2

6-8 June Shoalhaven Wine Festival

24 May Kiama Bush Dance Kiama Autumn Festival Joyce Wheatley (See p 8) Community Centre, Hindmarsh Park, 7.30-10pm $5 or $3 conc 16 May Gerringong Village Market In and around the Town Hall History Talk with Ken Donaldson (see p 5)

17 May Kiama Seaside Market Black Beach

19 May Campfire Sessions Aussie bush songs at the Joyce Wheatley Community Centre, Hindmarsh Park, 7-10pm $5

23 May Beats n Eats The Sooleys and Joe Mungovan, Gerringong Town Hall. Tickets online from moshtix

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See Miriam’s new show

Jump up to Wollongong to see internationally renowned actress, and Robertson local, Miriam Margolyes as she returns to the stage with her new show. Some of literature’s best known characters - Lady Bracknell, Mrs Malaprop, Jane Austen’s Lady Catherine de Bourgh, and Mrs Corney and Mr Bumble from Charles Dickens’ Oliver Twist - are amongst the figures she will bring to life in the Australian premiere of her world tour of The Importance of Being Miriam. In this brand new show she will also give an insight into her association with many famous writers, and will again be joined by acclaimed classical pianist John Martin. Great Mothers’ Day present. Details: 12 and 13 May, 8pm Merrigong Theatre Tickets $89, Conc/Group 8+: $84, Under 30s: $49 from www.merrigong.com.au

See Australia’s best guitarist The legendary Ian Moss, one of the founding members of Cold Chisel, is including the Jamberoo Pub in his Six strings Classics Tour. He will be playing a mix of his solo and Chisel hits. In 2014, Ian was voted Australia’s best singer/guitarist by Australian Musician. Details: Sat 9 May 8pm, Jamberoo Pub Tickets $66 from www.oztix.com.au or the Pub

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A Romantic music afternoon in Dapto The highly regarded Illawarra Choral Society only has three public performances a year, so don’t miss their Meet the Romantics concert in mid-May. The program will feature choral and instrumental works from the Romantic period of composers including Brahms, Mendelssohn, Schubert and Tchaikovsky. Five Kiama residents are already involved with the fifty strong choir, which was established in 1947. If you’d like to join them and sing in mixed four part harmony, full details are on their website. Rehearsals are on Monday evenings at the University of Wollongong. Details: Sat 16 May, 2pm Dapto Anglican Church Auditorium, 1 Moombara St Tickets: adult $27; conc. $23; groups of 10+ $18; under 16 $10; available from trybooking.com/123004 or from the Church Office t 4261 1001 or at the door

Surf Music Festival now at Gerringong Bowlo A last minute change of The final line-up venue was necessary to 2pm - 6pm keep the first Gerringong The Flux Capacitors Surf Music Festival on the wave into the beach. Jack Rose Bands will be playing Kingdog and the Catz outside on the Bowling Dane Overton Club balcony from 2pm Flash til 6pm, then moving Grapevine Jane inside from 8pm til midnight. The venue change 8pm - midnight also means both sessions Mac Tango are now free. The Unhinged Unfortunately, two Argy Rakis popular local bands, Bruce and Tommy M & The Vanns the Mastersounds, are unable to play on the dream of adding an extra new smaller stage at dimension to the Slash the Bowlo. a reality. Thanks to the local Details: Sat 9 May, businesses that have Werri Beach made Adam Loxley’s

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Crunch time for Cedar Grove access route decision The May Council meeting looks likely to consider the contentious issue of access to Stage 2 of the residential subdivision at Cedar Grove, just west of the highway and south of Jamberoo Rd, which now has the potential for over 260 houses (as all may be dual occupancy). The plan has always been to use Banksia Drive as the access for the expansion. However a Cedar Grove residents’ A typial night on Banksia Drive action group has environmental and safety fears about construction vehicle activity and a more than doubling of the number of vehicles using Banksia Dr, which in places is less than eight metres wide, once the project is complete. The opponents are appealing to both the developer and Council to seek an alternative access with no impact on existing Kiama residents. As they see it, there are already major problems in their area with narrow roads and inadequate off-street parking opportunities. “The difficulties are particularly evident in Coachwood St and at the southern corner of Banksia Dr where a precinct of twenty townhouses has been constructed on land previously designed for just five houses,” says Mike Yalden. “These townhouses incorporate a single car garage despite average vehicle ownership in the Illawarra being 1.7 cars per household. Off street parking is limited to just seven spaces for additional vehicles and these are often filled with trailers, vans and boats. “The layout of housing also makes it difficult to access garages and residents with larger vehicles report being unable to park on site and having to park on the street. “Already on any given night up to a dozen cars can be found parking on and around this dangerous Banksia Dr corner, reducing the already narrow road to a single lane barely wide enough for a car,” he says. Council’s Road Safety Committee is investigating possible solutions as a matter of urgency and it has been suggested the street should be designated No Parking along one side. However Mike Yalden believes this would simply move the parking problem further up the road, which would not be appreciated by residents living there. It is estimated that over 2000 cars a day could be using the narrow access road if the proposal is endorsed. A large number of people are expected to attend the Public Access Meeting prior to the Council Meeting to raise their concerns. The residents believe that a new access road from the west is the only viable solution, given the idea of access from Bland St is meeting similar opposition, but Council has yet to be swayed.

Paying a price for using public land Not surprisingly, fitness trainers who have, up until now, been using public land in the Kiama district for free to conduct their classes aren’t keen on the prospect of having to pay. The issue is expected to come up at the next Council meeting, now that the period for public comment on the draft policy has ended. Twenty to twenty-five trainers are thought to be operating here, providing a service for anywhere from 200 to 400 clients. “The objective of our fitness policy is to manage how fitness groups use the municipality’s public reserves so that we can ensure all community members have

equal access to them,” explains Bryan Whittaker, Council’s Director of Director Engineering & Works. “The policy aims to limit the potential impact on residents and any potential damage to our reserves and public risk. “Council’s fitness policy also addresses the disparity created between local gyms and fitness establishments who pay rates or rent, and outdoor fitness providers who are currently using public reserves without charge.” Other councils have addressed this issue earlier, and the proposed policy has built on their experiences. It suggests that the trainers need to apply for a permit for non-exclusive access to

nominated reserves, with a sliding fee system based on the number in their classes. The annual fees proposed range from $250 for trainers whose class sizes are limited to 1-2 people, to $2400 for classes of 21-30 people. Once granted, the permit puts no limit on the number of classes that the trainer can offer, giving them the potential to reduce their cost per client substantially. The policy bans practices causing concerns, including damage to grounds from the use of tyres as exercise tools, intrusive signage, playing of loud music and monopolising equipment. It will apply to all Council managed public reserves.

Fountaindale Dam revolt Way up in the shadow of Saddleback is a dam that was almost forgotten until the NSW Dam Safety Review Committee told Council it needs to spend over $200,000 assessing whether anything needs to be done about it. The small dam was given to Council by the Water Board over 50 years ago. It is not used, and is mostly silted up. Councillors voted against including the large amount for the studies in the next budget, and will seek government support for any investigations deemed necessary.

Kabaret fun As a prelude to their annual gig at the iconic Glasonbury Festival in the UK, Kiama’s own Kiki and Pascal (aka Tamara Campbell and Dave Evans) will be hosting the first Kabari Kabaret. With the support of a grant from Kiama Council, the creators of the KISS Arts Festival have teamed up with the founder of Port Kembla’s popular Vault Cabaret to launch the performing arts initiative. They’ve come up with a two hour mix of comedy, circus, cabaret, vaudeville, burlesque and music, promising it will be ‘the most fun you can have with your pants on’. The first night promises an amazingly exciting lineup (Anne-Louise Rental, Heidi Hillier, Drew Fairley and Nick Rheinberger) including everything from acrobatics, crockery manipulation, hula hooping and lassoing to slide guitar, comedy clairvoyance, interpretive dance and equine impersonations! Details: Sat 23 May, 8pm, upstairs at Kabari Bar, 78 Manning Street, Kiama. Tickets just $15 from trybooking.com/HPKT or at the door. Special $30 dinner available from 6-8pm, t 4233 0572

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Foster carers needed With over 60 children and young people entering care every week across NSW, Foster Care agencies from across the Illawarra region are urgently seeking more foster carers able to open their homes and hearts to some of our most vulnerable children. Toni Lea-Howie, spokesperson for the regional interagency working group formed to recruit foster carers says, “Children and young people in care deserve to have stable, loving homes so they can thrive and reach their potential. They need this supportive base so they can focus on their education and other opportunities in their journey towards adulthood.” Currently there is high demand in the Illawarra for carers who can provide immediate and short-term care, and those who can look after school-aged children and siblings. As Toni says, “Foster carers need to be kind and good-humoured to manage the challenges of caring for children.” According to figures obtained by Fostering NSW, more than 450 new fosters carers will be needed over the next 12 months, with all types of carers needed. Details: If you are able to help, contact Fostering NSW on 9281 8822

Awareness helps Schizophrenia Awareness Week is an annual event to raise community awareness of schizophrenia and mental illness. Some 230,000 Australians have schizophrenia. Unfortunately only about 50% of those access clinical assistance. In addition, research shows that 30 per cent of carers avoid telling others outside of their immediate family about their situation because of guilt and fear of stigma. “Schizophrenia is a common illness that is largely treatable, with recovery of a good quality of life possible for those people affected,” says local MP Gareth Ward. For more information about events scheduled, visit www.sfnsw.org.au

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Legacy has proved once again that its concern for the welfare of its wards extends past the bare necessities. With the assistance of a charitable fund established by former Governor Sir Roden Cutler VC from the proceeds of his biography, Legacy Wards with a Disability makes grants to assist and enhance the life of a Legacy Wards. Wollongong Legacy successfully applied for a grant from this body for new bowls for Kiama resident Richard Hardy, an avid lawn bowler. “With the help of George from Kiama Bowling Club we were able to obtain a set of bowls in the Parramatta Eels colours with NRL logo as Richard is a staunch supporter,” says Legatee Bruce Taylor. The bowls were presented to him in the company of his family and bowling colleagues. Richard’s mother was the original women’s Secretary of Kiama Bowling Club and his father was a very competent bowler having won six club champion titles in 20 years. Legacy Widows and Wards are cared for and assisted by Legacy for life. Sir Roden would approve.

Roo Theatre presents:

West Side Story One of the most popular musicals of all time, West Side Story has Tony and Maria in the same situation as Romeo and Juliet, with the rivalry between New York street gangs trying to keep them apart. Its unforgettable songs are paired with vibrant dancing. Details: Performances between Fri 8 and Sat 23 May. Tickets are available through the Roo Theatre Company website or by phoning the Theatre on 4297 2891

Strategic business help A workshop on Strategic Business Solutions is being offered by the state government’s Small Biz Connect office to help established businesses keen to gain business direction and/or plan for expansion or diversification. The workshop is also suitable for people developing a business plan for a funding submission or to be used as a blueprint to launch a business and/or product. It will provide the knowledge and tools needed to pull together rigorous strategic business plans. Registration includes a free one-on-one follow-up with a Small Biz Connect Adviser. Details: Thurs 21 May, 9.30-12.30pm Kiama Bowling Club, Shoalhaven St, Kiama Cost $49 To find out more or register, contact Megan Hutchison on 4232 0444 or meganh@ kiama.nsw.gov.au

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On behalf of our members I would like to sincerely thank all the people from Kiama, Jamberoo and Gerringong as well as outlying areas such as Shell Cove and Shellharbour for attending the dawn service in Kiama. It has been estimated that the crowd was between 4,500 and 5,000 people creating an amazing atmosphere for this monumental occasion. Particular thanks go to the Men’s Probus Choir, Sing Australia, Kiama Salvation Army Band and HMAS Albatross Navy personnel. Many thanks go to Kiama Council, Kiama Rotary, Kiama Lions and Minnamurra Lions. A special thanks to Gavin McClure and Kay McNiven for supplying a shuttle bus and free cabs for veterans throughout the day. It is our intention to conduct the 2016 Anzac Dawn Service at the Kiama Lighthouse to mark the 100th anniversary of the first ever dawn service in Kiama which was in fact on the same headland. Most sincerely, Dennis Seage

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Meet the researcher Ken Donnellan is the Information Services Librarian at Kiama Library. His role includes safeguarding local history, and he is responsible for the series of booklets relating to many local men who left Kiama for the trenches of World War I. Some of the booklets focus on a particular individual, many of whom did not return, and provide a fascinating insight into their back-story. While the stories themselves are diverse and fascinating, so too has been the research process which Ken has undertaken. There are many humorous and unusual aspects to the work that Ken will share at a talk arranged by the Kiama & District Historical Society, Not Just Names Stories of Local Men Who Served in WWI. Ken’s presentation will be preceded by a brief Annual General Meeting for the Society. We’ve been assured you can attend the AGM safe in the knowledge you will not be coerced into any position during the elections for 2015/2016. However they are always on the lookout for willing people.

People silhouetted in a clear autumn dawn at the 2015 ANZAC Centenary Dawn Service on Blowhole Point. The tradition of remembering in this way is uniquely Australian.

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On the morning of the dedication of their WWI Centenary Rotunda, Jamberoo residents awoke to the news that young vandals had kicked out half the palings in its balustrade. The ceremony took place as planned in the School of Arts, while the police investigated the incident. “The Rotunda will be repaired to its original condition and the people of Jamberoo will continue to work on ways to beautify our village and respect the memory of those who served in our armed forces,” says Ken Jefferies, the project’s manager and Vice President of the Ratepayers & Residents Association of Jamberoo. “If anything this incident only motivates us to greater efforts.” He thanks everyone for their concern and support, in particular Gareth Ward, Kiama Council and the Kiama & Jamberoo RSL.

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At the Lloyd Rees opening At the Rural Leaders’ graduation The display, Lloyd Rees: landscapes & memories, was officially opened to the public recently at Gerringong Bowling Club. The archive of memories, a selection of framed prints and information about Lloyd Rees and his connection to Gerringong is now on permanent display in the downstairs Werri Room. At the launch: Emeritus Mayor and Gerringong Bowling Club Director Sandra McCarthy with Alan Rees, the son of the late Lloyd Rees

Erinna Ford of Greenbox, with Kirsten Bradley of Milkwood, Lance Carr of Mountain Range Farm at Dapto, and Fiona Weir-Walmsley of Buena Vista Farm recently participated in a South East Local Leaders Program. The eight day course, organised by Local Land Services and the Small Farms Network, was designed to develop leadership skills of people involved in the local food sector in the Illawarra, Shoalhaven and Highlands.

At the Farmers’ Market Local photographers Peter Izzard and Phil Winterton were special guests of the Farmers’ Market following the release of their book, Home, which celebrates their love of the Kiama region. The books are on sale at various shops around town.

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As part of Law Week, Kiama Library is hosting an information session to remind people about all they might have forgotten since then did their driving test many moons ago. The workshop will include going through the various traffic law offences, such as using phones, DUI, registration and road worthiness, and their penalties. Particular attention will be given to going through the ten most misunderstood road rules to clarify them for you. The impact of alcohol and drugs on road safety will be explained. National Law Week is on 11-15 May. Details: Thurs 14 May, 10 - noon Kiama Library

My brother Christopher and I could never have imagined the feelings of joy, sadness and overall appreciation and respect for our Grandfather James Patrick Joseph Sullivan, and for all those who fought in WW1, during our trip over to follow in his footsteps. We were privileged to have been at Galipolli on Anzac Day for the 100th Anniversary and we then continued on a journey through the Western Front of France and Belgium. In Bullecourt we stood on a field where in 1917 our Grandfather was wounded. At the Menin Gate in Ypres, Belgium, we laid a wreath for Archie Lannen, aged 22, his best mate. Archie never made it home however, our Grandfather named one of his sons Archie in honour of his mate. Being a musician, I was lucky to play

a gig in a small pub near Polygon Wood, Zonnebeke in Belgium. The pub is one kilometre from the memorial to the Australian 5th Division. Both our Grandfather and his mate Archie belonged to the 5th. The owner of the pub, Johan Vandewalle, was the person who several years ago located five missing ANZACs, including John Hunter who died in his brother’s arms during the war. These soldiers have become known as the Zonnebeke 5. This has been the trip of a lifetime for Christopher and me. We are sure our children will some day also travel to these important sites in memory of those valiant men who will always be remembered.

Minnamurra Lions’ Ken Magnus says that this year’s Autumn Festival will be bigger and better than ever. It is their major fundraiser for the year, and the club is going all out to make sure it is a success. Last year’s festival raised money for MS Research, and this year’s beneficiary is CareFlight. This year’s attractions are many and varied, including CareFlight bringing along their rescue simulator so you can inspect how the choppers work first hand. NSW Police are also staging an impressive display, including an original 1927 Chevy police car which was one of the first in the state. This will fit in nicely with the classic or historic car and bike display which is being organised for the day. Seven big carnival rides, direct from the Easter Show, are coming to town to add to the atmosphere and there will be over 40 market stalls. Eight school bands are coming along to entertain the crowd, and there will be a family pet show. Sounds like the place to be. Details: Sun 24 May, 8.30 - 3.30, Kiama Harbour No entry charge. Gold coin donation for pet show entrants (10-2.30)

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