The Bugle 10 October 2015
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Addisons sold: End of an era As the news spreads around town that the Addison family has sold their garage, the reaction from many is disbelief. While details are still sketchy, The Bugle can confirm the property has been sold to a family from the Wingecarribee, and the petrol/ newsagent/retail business on-leased to another party trading as Kiama Fuels. The Addisons are in the process of clearing out their effects, but are not running the business any more. Fred Addison built his service station on Manning St (then the Princes Highway) back in 1952, with the help of his father and mother’s uncle who were both master builders. For many years, it was the only petrol station in town, surviving the pressures that saw the other ten operating in Kiama’s heyday close. During its prime, Fred operated a car dealership (notably selling Austins and Leylands), amongst other things. Its proximity to Kiama High meant that he also sold an extraordinary amount of lollies to generations of locals. A few years ago, Addisons bought Cohen’s
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Guided walks around Gerringong Cemetery p3 Newsagency business, which it relocated to the service station. Last year, Fred hung up his famous green overalls for the last time and moved to live at a retirement home in Queenbeyan near his daughter Lisa. He will turn 87 in December. “People say to me that it’s strange not having him here, but no one feels that more than us,”
says daughter Wyn Addison. “Our main reason for selling is simply that it is not the same without Dad here. “The petrol industry is so different now, it has been a big ask to keep it going without him.” Rumours that Harts Garage in Gibbs St has also been sold are without foundation.
Fight over development of leased public land in Gerringong continues
Opponents of the Noble Brothers’ plans to incorporate leased public land into the development of their property in Gerringong CBD have collected 1200 signatures on a petition against the move. As reported in The Bugle’s last
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edition, the Nobles have a 98 year lease with Council for the land, as the result of helping implement a community developed plan for the village (called a Charrette). Initially the South Precinct urged Council to rescind its owner’s consent, but this proved not to be possible as the DA had already been lodged and accepted. The Precinct’s committee has since focused its energy on getting submissions lodged before the ex-
piry of the public exhibition period. It is understood a number of submissions were lodged by individuals, as well as one from the Precinct. In his submission, former councillor Howard Jones said, amongst other things, “It is highly arguable that the ‘public benefit’ derived from the lease (already minimal at $1 per year for use of the land), is totally negated by the area of Lot 52 [the leased land] being totally incorporated within the 98 Fern Street business for a period of 98 years. “There is a strong argument that the Council should be insisting on a much better return to the community from the lease of Lot 52.” In its submission, the Precinct says “the proposal completely
ignores the 1995 Charrette findings of protecting ‘the best view in town for public use’ created on a new ‘public plaza’. “The DA offers only the patrons of the café this experience, therefore excluding the general community and tourists.” The Precinct believes that the clause in the lease that states ‘all tables and chairs be removed at the end of each day’ is crucial to the situation, as it supports the idea of a public plaza after hours. The proposed blocked access denies this purpose. A website gives their case: savewerriviews.happenings.id.au It is expected that the DA will not come before Council until its November meeting at the earliest.
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Opera in the Valley (see right) Annual Emergency Services Expo 10 Oct An event promoting Kiama Kabaret Joyce Wheatley Commu- emergency services and volunteer lifesaving nity Centre, 8pm, $25 Blue Haven Fete 8.30-12 organisations in the Leisure Centre entrance Illawarra. Black Beach, 8-3pm
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Kiama Seaside Markets Black Beach, 9-3pm
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31 October Show Society Trivia Night
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The Rotary Club of Minnamurra is busy organising its ninth Annual Emergency Services Expo. The popular event showcases the work of the various groups and provides education in a relaxed, family fun environment. The emergency services organisations on display include the NSW Mounted Police, NSW Police, NSW Ambulance Service, NSW Rural Fire Service helicopter, Fire and Rescue NSW, State Emergency Service, Rural Fire Service, St John Ambulance, NSW Marine Rescue, Surf Life Saving Clubs and more. There will be various demonstrations throughout the day including two flyovers by the Bendigo Bank Aerial Patrol and performances b the NSW Police Band. The Club’s BBQ trailer will be there on the day, with members cooking up a storm to raise funds for the causes they support.
Opera lovers in for a treat For the 17th year running, Jamberoo CWA is hosting Opera in the Valley. The event’s coordinator, Glenn Amer, predicts this year’s opera will be one of the best ever. “We are lucky to have Glenn on board again as our musical director to help make this year’s concert another success,” says CWA President Mia Dufty. “Our branch is proud and grateful for the opportunity to work with such Glenn Amer a talented artist.” Glenn’s experience in the industry is too extensive to detail, but since being selected to participate in several studios in London at age thirteen, he has been heavily involved with the music scene both in Australia and abroad, including being the headline entertainer for some of the world’s most recognisable cruise lines. His ‘Liberace’ style on the piano has made him a sought after accompanist for many well-known singers worldwide and he has recorded his own albums. Glenn’s connections within the industry have helped to recruit a number of talented opera artists for this year’s event, including baritone Javier Vilañero, tenor Glenn Winsdale, mezzo soprano Agnes Saskia, and soprano Adele Johnston. Tickets include wine & cheese at interval and the famous CWA supper served after the performance, where the audience will have a chance to mingle with the performers. Details: Sat 17 October, Jamberoo School of Arts. Tickets are $45 and can be purchased at Elders Real Estate, Jamberoo, 4236 0891 or Kiama Visitors Centre 4232 3322
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Rotary’s annual Festival of the Choirs is on again, with seven local choirs busy practicing for the occasion. The afternoon’s program will include singing by: ♦ Southern Lights Vocal Academy ♦ Intermezzo ♦ Jamberoo Public School Choir ♦ Kiama Men's Probus Choir ♦ Minnamurra Public School Choir ♦ Wollongong Harmony Chorus ♦ Wollongong Welsh Choir. Details: Sun 25 Oct, 2-5pm tickets $30; Conc $25; 5-17yrs $10; family $55 from rotarykiama.org.au or Kiama Newsagency or at the door.
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Neighbourhood Watch: Do your bit to reduce theft from cars According to Mark Scott, the Crime Prevention Officer at Lake Illawarra Area Command, 60 per cent of cars that have valuable property stolen from them are unlocked. He’s right behind the first campaign by the fledgling Kiama Neighbourhood Watch to encourage people to lock their cars whenever they leave them. “It is a simple but effective way to make a big difference, not only for ourselves but for our whole area,” he says. “If criminals find cars unlocked they are more likely to hunt around neighbouring cars and homes as well.” Contrary to perceptions, fuelled recently by media hype over wrongly interpreted statistics, Kiama’s crime rates continue to be low. In September, police were called to four assaults, four break and enters, three cases of malicious damage and fifteen stealing events. However the head of the Illawarra Command, Wayne Starling, warned against this situation breeding complacency. “We want to be known as an area that takes care of its valuables,” he says. Superintendent Starling was encouraging of the efforts the new Neighbourhood Watch group have made so far, by holding monthly meetings and setting up a facebook group. “These things take time to gain momentum, and you have made a very positive start,” he said. Operating under the principles of Take It, Hide It or Lock It, Kiama Neighbourhood Watch has produced a checklist of reminders about small but effective actions. The group is looking for more people who would like to have active involvement in making Kiama safer. Contact Sharon at the North Kiama Neighbourhood Centre.
Come and meet the relatives Gerringong’s family history will come to life at Gerringong and District Historical Society’s annual Cemetery Walk, when descendants of pioneers share their family histories. Gerringong General Cemetery was the first public cemetery in the Municipality of Jamberoo, Kiama and Gerringong, with Evan Campbell the first to be buried there, in 1864. Situated on the headland at the end of Belinda St, it is one of the most picturesque resting places in the world. Those who attend the Cemetery Walk will be placed into groups, which will visit in turn the various graves being highlighted.
At the designated points, speakers will have photos and memorabilia to help bring their ancestors to life. This year Ken Mitchell will be talking about the Mitchell family; Margaret McIntosh will tell stories of the Bourke family; Phil Bailey will introduce you to the Bailey family; while Malcolm Chittick will be explaining the exploits of his family. Margaret Sharpe will be at the grave of James Mackey Gray, one of the very earliest settlers; Alan Miller will talk about the Grahams, his mother’s family; and there will also be visits to the Noble and Wilson family graves, and those of the
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Relay for Life: Hannah pays on the support she was shown This year’s Kiama Relay For Life Committee includes a new member, Hannah Hutchison, who is not only bringing a younger perspective to their activities but is also able to represent the people who have benefited from the Cancer Council’s work. When just twenty three years old, Hannah was diagnosed with synovial sarcoma, one of the rarest forms of cancer which usually occurs near to the joints of the arm, neck or leg. She says one of the most difficult parts was finding a way to tell her family and friends about her diagnosis. She felt helpless and weak; even though it wasn’t her fault she felt like her diagnosis was punishing everyone in her life. Her arduous cancer treatments meant she had to undergo many surgeries, including having a toe amputated. Despite this hardship Hannah stayed positive and was happy to find how encouraging her family and friends were for her as a support system. “I am so grateful for the support Cancer Council NSW gave to me and my family in many ways through this time,” she said. “They even paid for travel and accommodation so my family could be there for my surgery.” Today, Hannah has been cancer free for two years. She says the reason she decided to volunteer for the Kiama Relay for Life committee is because she wants to try to give back to them since they were there to give so much to her when she needed it.
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“Hannah’s fortitude inspires us to come together as a community at Kiama Relay For Life and continue to fight towards the defeat of cancer,” says fellow RFL Committee member Steve Dalton. Thirty two teams are registered for the Kiama event, and there are fundraising activities happening all around town to reach this year’s ambitious goal of $120,000. Details: You can still register to participate in the Kiama Relay For Life, Oct 24-25 at the oval near the Leisure Centre. Join in for $20 or help the various teams with their fundraising events for Cancer Council NSW. Go to www.relayforlife.org.au and search for Kiama.
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Picnic train tradition set to be revived Those looking to relive the era of steam trains will be excited to hear Lachlan Valley Railway Society has scheduled a series of Kiama Picnic Train trips. Vintage steam locomotive 5917, once a regular taking tourists to Kiama during the 1970s and 80s, will be coming to town again. The steam locomotive was built in the US in 1952 and ran in NSW Government service for 20 years. It was rescued from the scrapper’s torch and now operates under the Lachlan Valley Railway banner. The locomotive will be pulling a 1930s heritage train, featuring open-windowed carriages, ornate varnished wood interiors, traditional NSW promotional photographs and etched mirrors. The not-for-profit railway preservation society is based in Cowra and is devoted to the preservation and operation of various examples of NSW Government Railway trains. The day trips from Central will give people three hours to enjoy Kiama before heading back. For those just wanting to watch, the trains are scheduled to arrive at 12.25pm and depart at 4.20pm. There is also limited opportunity to book a ticket to hop on the train at Thirroul or Wollongong and come down and back for the day. Details: Sundays - 18 and 25 October; 8 and 15 November Tickets from Sydney Adults $65; Cons $55; Child (2-15) $45; Family of 4 $190 Tickets from Thirroul or Wollongong: Adult $45; Conc $40; Child (2-15) $35; Family of 4 $135 It is also possible to book a compartment for 8 people. Tickets are available from www.lvr.com.au or call 0419 832 238
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A treat for rose lovers According to Robert Curll, President of the Illawarra Rose Society, the erratic weather we’ve experienced of late has not detrimentally affected the coming rose season. Quite the opposite in fact. “Indications are that it is going to be a bumper season in Kiama,” he says. “I was down at Peace Park the other day and in a week’s time there will be a whole avenue of glorious pink.” This is great news for local growers planning on entering in the Society’s 2015 Spring Rose Festival, as it might just give them an edge over exhibitors from Sydney and further afield.
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Farmers’ Market amongst finalists .The Kiama Farmers’ Market has been announced as a finalist in the NSW Regional Achievement & Community Awards. The Awards, sponsored by the Commonwealth Bank and Prime 7, applaud and encourage those working in rural and regional areas helping to support and enhance social, economic, commercial or environmental prosperity of their region. As the organisers say, “Awards such as these create an opportunity to say thank you to businesses, community groups and individuals who work tirelessly in developing their chosen fields of endeavour.” The Awards night is in Dubbo in mid-November, with a prize of $2,500. Once again this year the Market is participating in the SMH Good Food Month by holding a special market on Sunday 11 October. Like last year’s market, it is an opportunity to showcase the produce of the South Coast to the Sydney market (as well as giving locals who can’t make Wednesdays a chance to attend). 10-2pm, Black Beach.
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Details: Sat 24 October, 12-5pm and Sun October 25, 9-4pm, at the Jamberoo School of Arts, Allowrie St. Admission $3, Concession $2.
Gerringong Community Christmas Food Drive Once again, the Anglican, Catholic and Uniting Churches of Gerringong are combining efforts to collect food and funds for Wesley Mission Wollongong to distribute to the less fortunate at Christmas. Most packed and tinned food is acceptable but please ensure that it will still within use-by date at Christmas. Money can also be given; these donations are tax deductible and receipts can be arranged. This money is then distributed in the form of vouchers. Brochures and bags will be distributed to letterboxes in the area from mid-October, so that people can fill them and either deliver them to homes designated as drop-off points or leave them at Khans IGA during October. 4
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Mental Health Month: Time to value your mind October is Mental Health Month, and this year’s theme is Value Your Mind. The message we are happy to pass on is for us all to prioritise our mental health and wellbeing just as much as we would to maintain our physical and social health. When we make our mental health a priority, we are actively practicing self-care, which is an important part of our daily life. Similar to being physically healthy, maintaining a healthy mind helps to prevent mental illness and other issues that can make daily living a struggle and it also allows for a positive lifestyle. Each year the Mental Health Association NSW releases a new set of 10 Stress Less Tips based on health evidence and research. This year’s tips are shown right. If stress is getting to you then consider cutting this out and taking small steps to implement the tips into your life. They could make a difference. Remember professional help is available if you need it. Your GP is a good first stop.
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Get your vegies growing There is still time to book in for a Garden to Table Workshop by well known permaculturalists, at a heavily subsidised price. The Council run workshop is available to Kiama residents wanting to build a productive kitchen garden at the bargain price of $50 rather than $200. Participants will learn how to read their soil and build its structure and fertility using a number of hands-on organic practices. The afternoon workshop will be held at the Kiama Community Garden.
Illadee has been home to four generations of the Simmons family since it was built in 1907. The 1850sqm property, on the corner of Manning and Barney Sts, is now up for auction. The house has all its period features, including pressed metal ceilings. While the house is local heritage listed, the L shaped property has potential to be subdivided and developed. Last year, the Simmons brothers also sold their Mitre 10 property to Council.
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Out & about At the Orry-Kelly screening At an exhibition celebrating Minnamurra Rainforest
The artists: Greg Vale, Karen Wright and Jamie Cole (absent Mark Lucas). Twenty of their works on display were sold.
Sue Eggins with Mayor Brian Petschler
It was the night that Kiama finally came together to honour its famous son the extraordinarily talented Orry-Kelly who against all odds became the toast of Hollywood as a costume designer. The film, Women He’s Undressed, was premiered at the Sydney Film Festival earlier in the year but has only just been approved for a screening (or two) here by Pics and Flicks and the Kiama & District Historical Society. The Society’s Sue Eggins, who provided valuable background history to the producers, introduced the film and the audience was charmed to see her credited at the film’s end, above Angela Lansbury. The story is told with a great focus on Kiama, with consistent references in the storytelling and through the repeated use of a boat called Kiama as a narrative tool. A exhibition featuring Orry-Kelly’s designs and ten of his costumes is on display at the Australian Centre for the Moving Image in Melbourne until early January 2016, after which it is hoped that it will move to Wollongong.
Over 70 people attended the opening of Celebrating the Rainforest, a joint exhibition by four local artists. In keeping with the theme, Dr Kevin Mills, an expert on the Illawarra rainforests, spoke about the history of rainforests in the area and the importance of the rainforest to biodiversity and tourism in the Kiama region and $500 was raised for the Friends of the Minnamurra Rainforest.
The opening featured a Welcome to Country from the Illawarra Flame Trees, an all young aboriginal women performance and leadership group, followed by a rendition of the National Anthem in local aboriginal language and a spectacular dance performance celebrating National Parks’ Peter Kennedy with Dr Mills
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The Bugle Crossword ACROSS 1. Instrument to detect ships nearby (5) 3. Link things together in a series (11) 9. Mild dislike or aversion (8) 10. The highest scoring card in a deck (3) 11. Japanese poem (5) 12. Something you play (4) 15. Relating to the underworld, or the god Pluto (8) 16. Struggle (9) 18. One of these per day keep the doctor away (5) 20. To change from one format to another (7) 21. Houses made of ice (6) 22. A sweet scented liquid (7) 24. Character from Game of Thrones, only says his own name (5) 25. A piece of clothing with sleeves, often worn in cold weather (6) 26. A device which water flows out of (3) 28. French for me (3) 29. Object used to cut (8) 31. Wilt (5) 33. Unidentified (9) 35. Edible mollusk, considered an aphrodisiac (6) 36. “As strong as an ___” (2) 37. Ozone-destroying gas (1.1.1.) 38. Catch one’s breath with an open mouth, to express astonishment (5) 39. Surprised, confused, unsure how to react (10) DOWN 1. Traffic light stop colour (3) 2. Ruffled, slightly falling apart (11) 4. Blood type, can be used for any transfusion (1, 8) 5. Agree to an offer (6) 6. Place in Texas where a famous battle between the US and Mexico took place (5) 7. A fire-resistant fibre used in old buildings, known to cause significant health conditions when pulled apart unsafely (8)
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tures and we tried not to feel let down when there was one cloud in the sky for part of one day. Finished off with a couple of days back in Istanbul for shopping and luggage filling (see Glenda about that). We loved the Yasmak Sultan Hotel in the old town with views to die for from the rooftop breakfast room. It was a great holiday but still nice to come home to Kiama - God's Country. Bill Potts, Kiama
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the islands are relatively small A cold and wet Kiama was thank- and easy to explore with isolated fully left behind as we were shoe- and cute little tavernas next to them (highly recommended with horned onto the flight to spend our first night in a balmy Istanbul- a cold Rose). The little Greek ferries were then it was a flight down to Bodvery kind to us and ran like Gerrum, the gateway to the southern man trains while the Greek people Greek islands. It was getting hotter and hotter were so friendly and helpful even though they are under pressure with what seemed like zero from the large number of people humidity as we scootered and enjoyed the islands - striking little coming across from the East to Symi, lovely Kos, majestic Patmos, escape the conflicts there. Everyday was Groundhog Day grand Rhodes, beautiful Lipsi and warm water and high temperaglorious Leros - many of
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Berry will have more than its normal quotient of beards when the inaugural Fairgrounds Festival springs up in town in early December. The boutique festival will feature a hipster musicians from around the world and be accompanied by local artisan food and drinks, films, markets and other activities. The organisers are billing it as ‘the perfect weekend for the young and the young at heart’. The headline acts are from America: the uber-cool American musician Father John Misty (pictured), rocktronica duo Ratatat and CW Stoneking. To give you an idea of his status, Father John’s only concert in Sydney is in the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall. The music happens on the Saturday, but there’s a free film night on the Friday featuring My Neighbour Totoro, a cult Japanese animated fantasy film, and Searching for Sugarman.
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