The Bugle 14 December 2019
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 and now at www.thebugleonline.com
Bill Campbell: A tale of resiliance
Minnamurra’s Bill Campbell hopes that his autobiography, Rejected No More, will help others traumatised by their childhood experiences to move on. In addition to the suffering from neglect, abandonment, and emotional, physical and sexual abuse, Mr Campbell was also separated from his twin sisters. They were in children’s homes and institutions, sometimes right next door, but were not able to communicate or see each other. “Being separated from my parents was hard enough, but then to be separated from my sisters… that was traumatic,” he says. Against all odds, having overcome the demons caused by his experiences – including sleeping rough in the Cross, alcohol addiction and a complete physical and mental breakdown – with a new found faith and the support of his wife, he became a successful business and family man. Wanting to save children from the experiences he went through, in 1998 he founded the William Campbell Foundation, an out-ofhome foster care agency with a focus on keeping siblings together. The Foundation now cares for over 110 children and young people who are supported by over 100 carers, throughout the Shoalhaven and Illawarra. It has 50 full time and 25 casual staff members working from five offices, as well
as a Nowra Hill Farming property, the site for the planned William Campbell College (a special assistance agricultural school). “When we started out we made it very clear we were a Christian organisation,” says Mr Campbell. “People looked upon us as a sect or a cult. “It took years to convince some people of our sincerity and integrity but we’ve done it. “I’m proud to see the outcomes we have with children, especially the ones that would otherwise fall through the cracks.” He says that writing the book, a three year process, was at times a traumatic, but ultimately a therapeutic, experience. “I didn’t want to experience again the emotions I had, because I felt that I was free of that now. “I didn’t want to discover things that I suspected might have happened but didn’t know for sure.” Mr Campbell said he was ultimately convinced to write the book in the hope of helping others. “This book is for everyone who has struggled to find meaning in life – if your childhood was dysfunctional, if you made terrible mistakes, if you feel the world is against you and if you feel unloved. “It is a book of empathy, understanding and healing, and is intended to bring freedom to children and adults
Inside this issue Different views on Gerroa habitat corridor p 3
Mystery buyer for 98 Terralong Street p3
Bill Campbell AO
Welcome to BH Bonaira Over a series of days, the residents of the Blue Haven Care Home have moved into their new residences at the Bonaira facility. “We’ve had families in happy tears here,” says one of the Blue Haven volunteers who helped with the move, Lyn Kuskey. “One said to me – I feel like my mother has won the lottery.” The complex was a hive of activity when The Bugle visited, as people were arriving by bus to settle into their new rooms. The residents we spoke to were all excited by the
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Margaret Motaperto, with daughter Louise Maroney, were lent a helping hand moving in by Mayor Mark Honey and Blue Haven’s Continued on p10 Director of Nursing Dale Wakefield.
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Change of routine for holiday period Farmers’ Markets
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With Christmas and New Year’s Day falling on a Wednesday this year, the Kiama Farmers’ Market has arranged two alternative days to let you stock up with farm fresh local produce for the festive season. “Rather than leaving it to the day before, we thought that having the last two markets for the year on Mondays would work really well,” says the Market’s Manager, Tricia Ashelford. “There will be our usual great range of staples from Young people around town aren’t being forgotten this the garden, as well as lots of Christmas, with Council’s SENTRAL Youth Services stonefruit. hosting a Christmas Party for young people, organised by “Then there will be all the young people. There will be a range of Christmas movies lighting up the treats, from local gin and cheese to Christmas baked centre, alongside a generous variety of munchies and fun. Details: Friday 20 December, Kiama Youth Centre, goods for you to add to your Hindmarsh Park, from 3pm. celebrations or buy as a
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much appreciated gift.” Continuing with tradition, Santa will be coming along to the Market the week before, Wednesday 18 December, as things get a bit hectic for him closer to the big day. “He’s due to arrive around 4pm, and will be staying so you can take free Santa Selfies with him afterwards,” says Tricia. The farmers are also getting Boxing Day off, with no market in Berry that day. Normal service will resume in Berry on 2 January and in Kiama on 8 January. Details of Christmas Market Days: Monday 23 December and Monday 30 December. All market days are 3-6pm.
Reilly wants native palms along Bombo Beach strip Councillor Warren Steel’s idea of a hotel on Chapman Reserve has largely not been met with the enthusiasm he had been hoping for (see our facebook page and a letter from Col Rathbone on page 6). Councillor Neil Reilly is hoping for a better reception for the three ideas he raised at the November Council Meeting. One of them, the beautification of the area to the north of the North Kiama Neighbourhood Centre, he presented on behalf of the North Precinct, but the other ideas he has asked staff to report on are his own. “I’ve asked them to look into planting Cabbage Tree Palms along the length of Bombo Beach,” says Cllr Reilly.
Different views on Gerroa habitat corridor
Long time environmental activist Howard H Jones is disappointed that, as he sees it, the ruling won in the Land & Environment Court by the Gerroa Environment Protection Society (GEPS) back in 2008 does not seem to have resulted in a much needed wildlife corridor. “The Court thought the Cllr Reilly with some Cabbage Tree Palms lining Terralong St habitat corridor was so important it extended the buffer appropriate symbol for the “They are native to our zone alongside the dredging entrance to our town than area and withstand the salt, pond to 50 metres,” he says. perhaps a five story hotel but more importantly our “It was supposed to be [referring to a possibility for First Nation people use the planted out within three Bombo quarry favoured by name, Dharawal, for their years, but 11 years after the the Mayor].” name and language. court decision the habitat His other suggestion is to “I think it would be a more corridor doesn’t function. look into the reinstatement “The plants that are there of a Rocketship playground are still small as they haven’t in Hindmarsh Park. been looked after as was “This is pure nostalgia, required.” as many locals have great Cleary Bros, which has memories of playing on the owned the property at original one. It would be a While we can’t tell you who has bought the prime CBD Gerroa and conducted sand great addition to our playblock in Terralong Street, highlighted in our last issue, or mining activities within grounds.” how much they paid, we can tell you that it wasn’t CounWhile these ideas have yet it for several generations, cil or developer Nick Daoud. rejects those claims. to be costed to see if they “We are not at liberty to disclose the purchaser or the “The revegetation procan fit into the budget, Cllr price at this moment,” says the vendor’s agent, Michelle gram undertaken by Cleary Reilly doesn’t think they Lay of Ray White Kiama. Bros under that Approval should be dimissed out of “It is expected to be settled is thought to be the largest hand for that reason. before Christmas, so the ever revegetation project “If we can spend half a details will be publicly availundertaken in the Illawarra million dollars on a boardable then. walk that may never happen, region,” says a company “I can say that it was sold spokesperson. I’m sure we can find the for substantially more than “It has involved the presmoney for a rocket.” Council offered, and they Cllr Reilly has already an- ervation of over 46 hectares were unable to match it.” nounced he will be standing of remnant forest and the Mr Daoud, who has a DA re-creation of 24 hectares for Council at the elections for the Akuna St/Mitre 10 next September, despite his of ecological communities site owned by Council, was strategically designed to censure for misconduct. rumoured to have been the improve wildlife corridors “I’m looking for running purchaser, but Ms Lay conmates and volunteers to help in the region.” firmed that was not the case. A detailed landscape plan spread the word.”
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of habitats. “We fought for this habitat corridor to be strengthened to compensate for the way the dredge pond has fragmented the vegetation. “It seems that all the effort in the Land & Environment Court ten years ago hasn’t been honoured. “The Gerroa community raised $22,000 to fund the case, they thought it so important. “We expected the corridor would be built in accordance with the conditions laid down by the Courts.” Cleary Bros says it relies on the expert advice of two Continued on p16
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was part of the approval for Cleary Bros to extend its operations back then. It set out a timetable and required monitoring and fencing from wallabies to ensure the plants’ survival. Without access to the site, GEPS has been monitoring the growth on the site using googlemaps. “We estimate that in the critical Blue Angle Creek corridor the buffer varies between 25-38 metres, rather than the 50 required. “It is a very important corridor because it connects a significant fragment of vegetation. Once it is disconnected, you lose the viability
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Minnamurra has been ranked third in the Best Australian Beaches for 2020, a list compiled annually by Tourism Australia’s Beach Ambassador, Brad Farmer AM. Mr Farmer is the founder of the Surfrider Foundation Australia, Ocean Care Day and the National and World Surfing Reserves movements, all of which are
not-for-profit initiatives. He is a passionate advocate for Australian coastlines and beaches and he selffunds the 101 Best Beaches initiative each year, receiving no funding or incentives to ensure independence in this conservation-based endeavour. The winner of the coveted title of Best Australian Beach for 2020 is Cabarita, on the NSW Tweed Coast, with the Gold Coast’s Currumbin Beach second. The report on Minnamurra shows it was the range of water elements that caught Mr Farmer’s eye: “Features make a coastal setting and this candidate just 90 minutes south of Sydney meets that criteria on so many levels. A long, wave-lashed shoreline north via Mystics Beach to the
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Killalea National Surfing Reserve are inviting, as are the tranquil waters of the Minnamurra River. But it’s the volcanic outcrop known as Stack Island which naturally attracts the beachscape eyeline here. The idyllic village backing onto the Kiama Golf Course feels miles away from anywhere with its waterways inviting you to fish, paddle or BBQ. Ideal for a day trip or weekend, this is an off the highway sanctuary. From the rivermouth to the backwaters, Minnamurra lives up to its Indigenous name ‘plenty of fish’ and Minno’s is a coastal site of immense natural beauty. If the beach is wild, explore the nearby Minnamurra Rainforest.” No doubt our other beaches are listed in the yet to be released 101 Best Beaches.
traumatised by the demons of their past. “It also shows that as a society we are all responsible to keep every child safe and loved.” He hopes that he can represent a lot of others who are too traumatised to speak publicly about what happened in their lives. “Today I no longer live in the past. My past life is where it belongs. “I can still feel the hurt and trauma, but it doesn’t haunt me any more. “I’m hoping that someway this book might have therapeutic value to other older and mature age people that haven’t been able to come to terms with their childhood. “That they will find a pathway where they no longer live in the past but enjoy what they have presently and can build in the future.” He offers the sobering statistic that, since the war years, over 500,000 children have been taken into care. Mr Campbell received an Order of Australia Medal for his work. Details: The book can be purchased at www.wcfoundation.org. au/shop or from the Kiama Downs Pharmacy. The website also offers information about volunteering as a carer. Tax deductible donations for the Foundations work are welcome.
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Community news Public notice
Activity approval
Kiama NYE Sky Show – Road Closures
Council has issued the following activity approval.
Kiama Municipal Council and Destination Kiama presents The WAVE FM 965 Kiama New Year’s Eve Sky Show including 9pm Fireworks and Laser Show.
LOT: 101 DP: 771932 1582 Jamberoo Mountain Road, Knights Hill
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Wood heater These documents are available free of charge for public inspection at our Administration Building, 11 Manning Street, Kiama during normal office hours.
Road Closures* will be in place on Tuesday, 31 December at:
Development applications
• Terralong Street – between Manning Street and Railway Parade. Closure in place from 2pm–10.30pm. Strictly no parking from 12 midday. • Terralong Street – between Railway Parade and Collins Street. Closure from 4pm–10.30pm. Strictly no parking from 2pm.
Wood heater
Proposed staged alterations and additions to existing dual occupancy, Stage 1: Alterations to roof structure and add new roof over existing deck, alterations to existing deck. Stage 2: Demolish existing garage and construct new garage, Unit 1 kitchen alteration and Unit 1 verandah to be extended and stairs relocated
Dwelling
Development consents In accordance with Section 4.59 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, Council advises that the following Development Consents are now granted.
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LOT: 7035 DP: 1070093 2 Bong Bong Street, Kiama
LOT: 7035 DP: 1070093 LOT: 8 SEC: 3 DP: 758563
2 Bong Bong Street, Kiama LOT: 9 SEC: 3 DP: 758563
Demolition of existing dwelling and construction of new dwelling
Bong Bong Street, Kiama
10.2019.202.1
Special approval operate temporary camp
LOT: 5 SEC: 3 DP: 33901 9 Jerrara Avenue, Kiama
ground
LOT: 7018 DP: 1074642
Dwelling
10.2019.114.1 LOT: 6 DP: 1210621 11 Hanrahan Place, Kiama
Bourrool Street, Kiama Special approval operate temporary camp
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10.2019.138.1
LOT: 4 DP: 38175 165 Belinda Street, Gerringong
LOT: 1 DP: 1177600 1 Beach Street, Minnamurra
Extension to existing deck
Dwelling alterations and additions
Churchill Street, Jamberoo
10.2019.205.1
10.2019.140.1
Special approval operate temporary camp
LOT: 0 SP: 97826 128 Belinda Street, Gerringong
LOT: 2 DP: 708658 23 Bridges Road, Gerringong
Council will contact any property owners it
LOT: 28 SP: 97826 28/128 Belinda Street, Gerringong
considers may be detrimentally affected by
Patio cover
Alterations, refurbishment to existing garage/shed
20.2019.22.1 LOT: 1 DP: 1146766
ground
any of the above applications and provide information on their submission opportunities. Information on how to make a submission can be found at www.kiama.nsw.gov.au or by
Dwelling and swimming pool
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10.2019.206.1 LOT: 35 DP: 14188 35 Pacific Avenue, Werri Beach Demolition of existing dwelling, construction of new dwelling, swimming pool and underground rainwater tank
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LOT: 201 DP: 1227771 34 Surfleet Place, Kiama
Swimming pool, decking, retaining walls and removal of four trees
ground
For details of the latest development applications received, and development consents granted, or to track a DA, scan the QR Code or visit https://da.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Home
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LOT: 21 DP: 584075 41 Hothersal Street, Kiama
20 Bourrool Street, Kiama
DA Tracker now available
Farm shed
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LOT: 274 DP: 728008
These documents are available free of charge for public inspection at our Administration Building, 11 Manning Street, Kiama during normal office hours.
LOT: 202 DP: 1095943 92 Jerrara Road, Jerrara
Secondary dwelling
20.2019.21.1
Use of Kiama Harbour for Kiama New Year’s Eve sky show event
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LOT: 812 DP: 216533 44 Golfers Parade, Kiama Downs
LOT: 1 SEC: 3 DP: 758563
LOT: 7304 DP: 1162128 LOT: 7008 DP: 1074746 LOT: 7012 DP: 1074739 LOT: 7013 DP: 1074739 LOT: 7014 DP: 1032269 Terralong Street, Kiama
Dwelling alterations and additions
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LOT: 2 SEC: 3 DP: 758563
LOT: 21 SEC: 16 DP: 758563 37 Shoalhaven Street, Kiama
LOT: 82 DP: 30126 111 Attunga Avenue, Kiama Heights
Use of Kiama Showground for concert
LOT: 10 SEC: 3 DP: 758563
LOT: 7007 DP: 1074746 LOT: 7034 DP: 1061039 Shoalhaven Street, Kiama
LOT: 7302 DP: 1147791 107 Terralong Street, Kiama
Properties considered by Council to possibly be detrimentally affected by any of the above applications will be contacted individually and advised of their submission opportunities under Chapter 2, Kiama Development Control Plan 2012. Further details on the making of submissions can be found on Council’s website www.kiama.nsw.gov.au or by ringing 4232 0444 during normal office hours.
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LOT: 367 DP: 263272 18 Tarrant Avenue, Kiama Downs
LOT: 56 DP: 1206414 85 Merrick Circuit, Kiama
Attached dual occupancy, retaining walls and two lot strata subdivision of dual occupancy
20 Kaleula Crescent, Kiama
Use of demolition of internal walls and alterations and additions to ground floor
10.2019.209.1
LOT: 1 DP: 781177 72 Collins Street, Kiama
LOT: 15 DP: 1206612 9 Northpoint Place, Bombo
LOT: 17 SEC: 11 DP: 33901
Alterations and additions to existing dwelling
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LOT: 1 DP: 71530 49 Manning Street, Kiama
Balcony extension
Use of existing bathroom/ensuite
applications in the last 14 days
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LOT: 116 DP: 261949 63 Barton Drive, Kiama Downs
LOT: 173 DP: 30200 64 Cathedral Rocks Avenue, Kiama Downs
LOT: 147 DP: 30126 77 Kalang Road, Kiama Heights
Council received the following activity
Dwelling alterations and additions
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Activity applications
Deck and privacy screen
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Please keep your pets safe during the event. For more information on the event, please visit www.kiama.com.au/nye
LOT: 608 DP: 219800 7 Oxley Avenue, Kiama Downs
Council received the following development applications in the last 14 days.
Dwelling alterations and additions and wood heater
*Detours will be in place
10.2019.151.1
LOT: 1 DP: 880586 20 Hutchinson Street, Bombo
Proposed alfresco roof over existing deck, demolition of existing balcony to be replaced by new balcony
LOT: 17 SEC: 11 DP: 33901 20 Kaleula Crescent, Kiama
• Shoalhaven Street – between Minnamurra Street and Terralong Street. Closure from 4pm–10.30pm. Strictly no parking from 2pm.
10.2019.207.1
LOT: 21 SEC: 11 DP: 758563 32 Farmer Street, Kiama
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LOT: 5 SP: 81633 5/34 Farmer Street, Kiama
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Address all correspondence to: Mr K McMurray, General Manager 11 Manning Street (PO Box 75), Kiama 2533 Phone: (02) 4232 0444 Website: www.kiama.nsw.gov.au
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To the Editor I have always admired Councillor Warren Steel for the many and varied ideas he has come up with over the years, some of which I have agreed with, but I wish he had checked some facts before expressing his plans for Chapman Reserve. The area has not been used for hockey for more than 10 years but Councillor Steel is wrong when he states it is underutilized. During winter, the oval is used by Kiama Softball and Kiama Power AFL on the weekends and is used by junior AFL, Soccer and League teams for training
during the week while during summer, Cricketers use the oval for training and games. Councillor Steel also needs to do his homework on the location he mentions where he plans to build the multipurpose sports area. While Gainsborough Chase, west of Gainsborough, may look to be quite large, it is in fact constrained by several issues. After you take out the area that is for the drainage and floodway and the Aboriginal middens, there is not a big enough area left for a full size cricket field, let alone room for a multipurpose sporting arena. I agree with Councillor Steel about one thing and that is the fact that Kiama really needs a sports stadium and a multiuse outdoor sporting arena. The current facilities at the Quarry centre are 40 years old and in desperate need of an upgrade. It appears that Councilor Steel will not rest until he has gotten rid of every piece of green grass land in our town, maybe Hindmarsh Park is the next location he will suggest for the new hotel? Colin Rathbone President, Kiama District Sports Association
Reverend Steven Layson has taken up the role of Senior Minister at the Gerringong Anglican Church, following the retirement of Andrew Glover after more than 20 years with the parish. He says he and his family are touched by the welcome they have received, and his first impressions of the village are very positive. “I’ve only ever driven past before, so I’ve a lot to learn about the community. “Apart from its natural beauty, Gerringong seems to have a real family feel to it. “It is great to see genera-
tions of families being part of the church, as well as it welcoming newcomers.” His previous parish was in East Lindfield, on Sydney’s upper north shore. “One of the things I’ve realised is that while there might not be obvious social problems in an area, there can still be need or pain. “My ministry is about bringing the good news of the Bible to our community, so people can benefit from the hope Jesus offers.” The former teacher has moved to Gerringong with his wife and adult children.
Coming soon to a house near you... short term rental accommodation (STRA – holiday rental). If you aren’t already experiencing the joys of the market driven economy, eg. disregard for the amenity of neighbours, illegal parking, indifference to Council’s recycling system, etc – you’re fortunate. Thank you to the Councillors who voted to retain Ch. 12 of the DCP, otherwise we would have NO set of rules for STRAs to follow. I recently received the following reply [from the State Government] concerning my query as to how STRA’s can advertise ‘4 bedrooms, sleeps 10’ when NSW Planning, Industry and the Environment in their draft policy and Kiama Council in Chapter 12 state ‘2 people per bedroom’: “Until Government implements the new policy, the operation of STRA remains at the discretion of local councils – this includes any occupancy limits for STRA properties. You may consider liaising with your Council to discuss the regulations that apply to your area. “At this time, it is not possible to provide a timeframe for when the STRA policy will take effect. However, please be assured we are
working to provide much needed certainty to councils, communities and hosts.” I’ve heard the argument that STRA helps out the battlers who are trying to supplement their incomes. If so, these people would be living in the houses and renting a room or two out and would not tolerate the noise/behaviour of the weekend party. I would suggest holiday houses in the Kiama Municipality are NOT occupied by the owners. In case of noise in these situations we have been informed to call the police. The owners renting these properties are making a great deal of money running a business in a residential neighbourhood. I suggested years ago that property managers/owners pool together and hire a security firm to deal with noise issues but to no avail. Why should community resources, such as the police, be used? Council has a set of rules for STRA to follow, let’s hope they enforce them this holiday season. Susan Griffiths, Gerroa We welcome letters. They may need to be edited for space reasons, and are published at our discretion. Please send to emailthebugle@gmail.com
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The typical Aussie home underpins the wealth of Australia. Our homes are worth over six trillion dollars – more than the combined value of Australian listed stocks, our superannuation savings and the value of all commercial real estate in all the cities, suburbs and country towns of Australia. Gerringong Men’s Shed is once again organising its Duck Race, which has over a short time become a popular holiday institution for locals and visitors. “It is a great family event,” says the Shed’s President Graham Hanna. “People have a lot of fun cheering on their adopted duck, and it helps us raise funds to buy tools and supplies for our Shed.” If you miss out on adopting a duck in the leadup to the event, when the Shedders sell tickets at various locations around Gerringong, there will be a supply for sale on the day. “We’ll have two races on the day,” explains Graham. “Each has a number to correspond to the tickets sold. “The person who has adopted the winning duck in each race will take home $500.” The term ‘adopted’ is used, because people aren’t buying a duck to take home – merely
having temporary ownership for the duration of the race. The ducks will be released at the bend of the river, and head east to finish near the footbridge, tide dependent. “We’ve worked out over the years that this is generally the best route for them. “They need a bit of shepherding along the way by our members, until they get a clear run for home.” The first race will kick off at 11am, but the Men’s Shed will be there earlier with their famous sausage sizzle, and a lucky duck wheel of chance. There will also be a prize for the best dressed Duck. 2019 has been a busy year for the Gerringong Men’s Shed, with the completion of a number of community projects. These have included the picnic tables for the beautification of Arthur Campbell Reserve, a seat in memory of Jean Peterborough for Gerringong Golf Club,
Thoughtfully managing your own real estate investment – and therefore your family’s personal wealth - is important because it offers you several key advantages: • Paying your mortgage is like forced savings; • There are significant capital gains tax benefits in owning your own home; • Homes provide a hedge against inflation, and finally; • The real cost of re-paying your mortgage decreases over time as inflation typically increases your income but not your mortgage. For more information on buying a home, see our new blog article “Ten Tips for Success when Buying a Home or Property”, or drop in for a chat.
Surge in Demand for Houses The latest real estate statistics from CoreLogic show that home prices in Sydney have increased by 5% in the three months to October. The percentage of first home buyers is at an eight-year high, which is helping to drive demand in the low to mid price ranges. planter boxes for Coatal Cottage Kindergarten and the repainting of flower boxes at Mayflower Uniting. “We would like to invite anyone who would like to come and see what the Shed has to offer, so they can enjoy the camaraderie and participate in the work the
shed does,” says Graham. “We meet at the rear of Cronin’s Oval every Tuesday and Thursday between 9am and 12.00 noon and everyone is welcome.” Details: Friday 3 January Crooked River, Gerroa,10am
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The refurbishment of Council’s Surf Beach Holiday Park is on schedule for completion in time for Christmas. More than $4 million has been invested in the upgrade, which includes nine new cabins (one an accessible cabin funded by the NSW Government), renovations to existing cabins, upgraded roads, a rationalisation of the number of caravan sites to provide larger flatter areas, a new resort style pool with spectacular views, and an indoor/outdoor lounge area. The pool lounge has been designed to cater for groups such as caravan clubs and sporting clubs, and family functions such as birthday parties. “The changes at Surf Beach Holiday Park, as with those planned at Werri Beach, reflect changes in the tourism market, and ensures their long-term viability,” says a Council spokesperson. “The new design is now better-suited to grey nomads, as well as the increasing number of guests in town for sporting and cultural events.”
Mortgage interest rates are at the lowest level since the 1950s with the Reserve Bank cash rate halving to 0.75% in the three months to October. Auction clearing rates are now above 70% with volumes increasing in the spring selling season. Properties at the high-end are now recovering very strongly, with the average time a home is on the market down from 51 days to 43. Vendor discounts are evaporating as increases in demand are outstripping supply. Call me on 02 4232 2888, if you’d like to talk about selling or renting your home in this exciting market.
Help bring joy to a child this Christmas! Bring an unwrapped gift into either our Kiama or Gerringong office and place your present under our Christmas giving tree before 10am Tuesday 17th of December. All gifts will be taken to the Salvation Army store in Kiama and given to children who are a little less fortunate. PHOTO: Our first Christmas present givers in Kiama, little Jack and Rusty Nunn. These gifts are going to make some little kids very happy. Thanks Jack and Rusty!
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a continuing dry spell, any fire could threaten the entire Seven Mile Beach National Park and the settlement of Shoalhaven Heads.” National Parks and Wildlife have also banned any fires in Seven Mile Beach National Park. The Landcare group is passionate about preserving the fragile dune vegeta-
tion which takes years to establish and is a critical part of the beach and dunes ecosystem. “We appeal to everyone to be vigilant and immediately report any such acts of vandalism or fires to the Ranger on 0409 917 092 or to Kiama Police on 4232 1444. Call 000 if safety or property is threatened.”
Kiama Preschool: part of the community for 50 years The truth in the saying it takes a village to raise a child was never more evident than at Kiama Preschool’s 50th anniversary celebration. The foresight of a group of local residents led to the setting up of the first preschool in the area, and the generosity of an anonymous bene-
factor enabled it to relocate to a purpose built facility 10 years ahead of schedule. Fifty years on, generations of families have attended the preschool, with some of the staff having been there for over forty years. During the time, there have been only two Directors,
Margaret Harrison, and Maria Whitcher. Ms Whitcher, who has been with the school for 32 years, says the anniversary was a great opportunity for families and staff to catch up. “There is a really lovely sense of community here, and it was felt very strongly
on the day. “Children are going to a centre their parents went to, and their grandparents helped build.” The Preschool’s alumni span a whole generation of locals, including the Member for Kiama Gareth Ward. One of the organisers of the anniversary, Naomi Gates, was amongst the original intake of preschoolers at the new building in Shoalhaven Street, and returned 16 years ago as a teacher. Not surprisingly, her children also attended the school. “I love this place,” she says. “It is a lovely learning environment and Maria is such a great role model as the Director.” The Preschool’s first Left: Colin and Denise Wilson (parents of Shane [right - who attended the school in 1976] and grandparents to current student Ben; Gerry and Helen McInerney and Margaret Raison [members of the early parent community], with Jane Watts [bottom left] who started teaching there in 1976 and Naomi Gate [an alumni turned teacher]
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home was in the Church of England Hall, which it soon outgrew. The Committee was preparing for a long period of fundraising when an anonymous donor gave them $50,000 (the equivalent of $500,000 in today’s money),
at a time when they had $5000 saved. In a Forward to the Preschool’s history, the still anonymous donor said, “Life is such a wonderful journey made so much more enjoyable through the gift of giving.”
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facilities, despite the challenge of getting their bearings in their new home. “It’s a big place but we will all slowly find our way around,” said Vera Nash, who at 93 only just moved into the assisted living care home eight weeks ago. “This is all so lovely and new, with everything designed for accessibility. I know I am going to enjoy living here.” June and John Powell were amongst the first to move in, with rooms across the hall from each other. “It’s very spacious and it feels like we are living in a luxury hotel. “It’s been great to have the same lovely staff come with us. They will help us feel at home quickly.” The Director of Blue Haven, Clare Rogers, said “It is a bit
surreal to see people actually here after all this time. “The staff are all really appreciating their new surroundings.” The investment of $100,000 in local art gives the whole complex an extra dimension that many commented on. Two of the eight apartments in the second ballot sold on the night. “There has been a real surge in interest in the independent living units now that the facility is open and people can see it in its entireity,” says Council’s General Manager and Blue Haven CEO, Kerry McMurray. The cafe in Barroul House will be open after Christmas, as will the community hall. Having toured the kitchen, The Bugle will run an article on the refreshing approach being taken by the chef.
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Council has warned that the parks and gardens that are such a source of pride for locals will be inevitably affected by the introduction of Level 2 water restrictions. Council has applied for exemptions to continue to water Hindmarsh Park, Coronation Park, Chittick Oval and Kiama Showgrounds. However the watering of all other parks and gardens, including street gardens, will be reduced in line with the restrictions imposed on the community by Sydney Water. “These measures will affect residents, visitors and organisations such as sporting groups who enjoy our parks, gardens and public amenities,” says a Council spokesperson. “However, the measures are a response to the severe
threat to water supplies in our region.” Council staff are checking all public taps and showers to ensure they are springloaded, to prevent water being wasted, and also considering closing off some public taps and showers as a further measure. Water leaks should be reported to Council on 4232 0444. Our last edition outlined the scope of the Level 2 restrictions. Further detail is available here: lovewater.sydney/ water-restrictions
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Our hills will be alive with cyclists
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tue 31 dec 2020 is going to be a big year for cycling in our area, with the Tour de France’s L’Etape Australia event being held here on 27-28 November. Early Bird tickets for the L’Etape Australia cycling Race are on sale until Christmas Eve. While the precise route of the race is still to be revealed, we do know the event hub (the start, the finish and the village) will be located in Kiama. The 138 km long course will go through Berry and Kangaroo Valley, through the Southern Highland region, and back via Jamberoo. Three climbs will be on the route, requiring 2,700 metres of elevation. Riders will be competing for the Tour de France’s distinctive Yellow, Polka Dot and White jerseys. There will also be team prizes. A slightly less daunting
Matt Keenan and Amanda Spratt are amongst the first cyclists who have come down to check out the conditions in Kiama
Ride course will also be available, with details not being released until May. A total of at least 6,000 riders, competing in the Race or the Ride, and 4,200 supporters are expected to travel to Kiama for the event. Des Howley of Kiama Cycle & Sports says that the event will be great for bringing visitors to town, although he isn’t expecting a bonanza for his business. “We might be able to help visitors with some supplies, but they will bring their gear with them. “People doing the race will take it very seriously, and we’ll have even more people coming down to train on our mountains.” Once he would have entered, but those days are now behind him.
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Our volunteer and professional firefighting and emergency service crews are again putting others first this Christmas, in what is already a catastrophic bushfire season. This includes our own Gerringong, Foxground and Jamberoo RFS, Kiama Fire Brigade and the SES. Our crews have been deployed as far as Queensland, and Glen Innes, gradually working south to Wauchope, Tamworth and Tenterfield. Others are closer to home
at Wollondilly, and south in the Shoalhaven. These amazing people are performing everyday heroics in what can only be described as horrific conditions. I’m proud to report that, despite the heat and exhaustion, our men and women are demonstrating that selfless team spirit, working in whatever role is required: firefighting, incident control, logistics, fire investigation or air tanker coordination. I would like to say that there is light at the end of the tunnel, but there isn’t. So I urge everyone to show their support for those fighting these fires, as well as those people whose homes have been destroyed and lives turned upside down. There are numerous options to show your support. This includes donating to the RFS at the New Year’s
Following its success in 2018, the Kiama Readers Festival is returning this year, as a collaboration effort of Kiama Library and its Friends. While the speakers are still being finalised, it will follow the same format as 2018, with a launch on the Friday night and a full day of talks on the Saturday followed by a Dinner. There will also be a children’s event on the Saturday. “This format was a great success, with excellent feedback,” says the Library’s Manager, Michelle Hudson. “A lot of people like coming to smaller festivals as there is more opportunity to speak with the authors.” Details: 24-25 July, Kiama Pavilion
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fireworks. As we look forward to spending Christmas with our loved ones, my thoughts are with the families of our firefighters and emergency service personnel. I thank you for your sacrifice too, especially at this time of the year. My best wishes to those on the fire front. We are all extremely proud of you, and we look forward to welcoming you home safe. While yet to suffer as much as other regions from fire, we are facing severe water restrictions. Sydney Water has introduced level two (severe) restrictions and Council is enacting a range of watersaving measures as a result. We will continue to water Hindmarsh and Coronation Park, Kiama Showgrounds and Chittick Oval.
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Over a year since Milk & Honey closed its cafe at Blowhole Point, the space has finally been transformed into Diggies Kiama. While the area has been serviced by a Diggies’ coffee van in the intervening period, locals and visitors have been impatiently waiting for the full service cafe to reopen. “We were held up by unexpected issues to do with the historic precinct, but the delay has ended up with us having a really good design,” says Morgan Crinis, one of the owners. Together with her husband Stan, they are proudly working towards the opening of Diggies Kiama on Wednesday 18 December. “We’ve been waiting for the right location to open a second Diggies and when we saw this iconic seaside spot, we knew it would be perfect,” says Stan.
“We have completely refurbished the venue so that it has a similar look and feel to Diggies Wollongong and we’ve included some of our North Beach regulars’ favourite dishes on the new menu.” The refurbishment includes the addition of a pergola over the outdoor eating area, and the painting of the entire outside of the building, including the visitor information centre, a coastal white. In total, the cafe will have seating for 110, and the venue will be licensed. Initially, the cafe will be open 7am-5pm seven days a week. After the busy summer period is behind them, it is planned to open in the evenings as well. In other news, Kiama is also exporting its cafe culture, with the Hungry Monkey opening a cafe in the original Berry Sourdough building.
Still time to enter the Showgirl competition
Meet the first three entrants in the 2020 Kiama Showgirl competition, who have a diverse range of interests and ambitions. Mackenzie Warfield of Gerringong is soon to start in an administrative position at Shellharbour Hospital as a gap year, before hoping to fulfill her ambition to get into the pilot course at
university. Bridget Wall enjoyed the experience so much in 2019 she is coming back to do it again. The Kiama vet nurse, with ambitions of becoming a vet, has exhibited in the Show since she was four. Erin Weir, from Jamberoo, is a second year plant mechanic at Westrac who is following in her sister’s footsteps
by entering a competition. “She gained a lot out of it, and recommended it as a way of building confidence.” It is still possible to nominate as a showgirl candidate. The 2020 Kiama Show is on 24-25 January. Details: Those interested in entering should contact last year’s Showgirl, Sarah Young, on 0422 115 028
In the schoolgrounds Minnamurra Public School has opened its new STEM lab. After an official ribbon cutting ceremony, children and their parents were encouraged to look around the room and interact with interesting science resources like Blue Bots, Dash robots and the green screen. The school’s P&C worked tirelessly to raise funds for the resources, including a state-of-the-art robotics kit and a set of new iPads fully loaded with STEM apps. Students from MPS thoroughly enjoyed themselves in the brand new classroom, engaging with the brand new teaching resources. A flexible classroom has been designed by carefully selecting new furniture for the space. The furniture was selected by a small group of mathematicians from Years 5 and 6, who applied their knowledge of measuring area, calculating ratios, drawing to scale
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Out & about At Slow Food Saddleback
Terra Madre Lunch Slow Food members from along the South Coast, and beyond, converged on Kiama for the group’s Terra Madre Lunch. Organised, cooked and served by Slow Food Saddleback members, with a little help from their friend, including Luke Basic from Silica Restaurant, the lunch highlighted the range and quality of food from our region. The emerging cheese industry was featured, with a stunning cake made of rounds of cheese, and a talk by Mahlah Grey of The Pines about her experiences at Slow Cheese in Italy.
Slowfood Saddleback members prepared and served the food
The long table lunch showcased the best of local produce
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New Zealand has always been known as the long white cloud, but now more importantly, the leaders in climate change. With a population just shy of five million people, New Zealand is a place where you can appreciate clean air, friendly people and a relaxed way of life. As a family we’ve spent the last few years travelling around the South Island. We spend our days fishing the pristine lakes and skiing
on the ski fields of Cardrona, topped up with some road trips to take in the spectacular mountain ranges. Cardrona Ski resort lies between Queenstown and Wanaka with ski fields ranging up to 1860m. From the peaks you have the most amazing view down to Queenstown, Wanaka and the lakes dotted in between. The view alone is worth attempting the slopes. Cardrona is perfect for all levels of skiing, and even
during peak holiday season the slopes are not too busy, and you can choose the level of run that is right for you. There are bars dotted around different runs where you can indulge and take in the views. A typical day for us would would start with trout fishing along Lake Hawea, the most magical Lake situated just outside of Wanaka. After lunch we would head to the slopes of Cardrona just a 30 min drive away.
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We always end the day at the 1860’s Cardrona Hotel, built during the gold-rush era. For us as a family, New Zealand feels like our second home, and a place we will continue to discover over the years. Jake De Luca, Kiama If you’d like to share your travel story, send your postcard home (even when you are back) to emailthebugle@gmail.com
independent ecologists that a functioning habitat corridor has been established. Copies of their reports are publicly available. “Since 2008, Cleary Bros has undertaken and complied with our responsibilities for revegetation works as required by the Approval and accompanying Plans. “With respect to the total plantings for the site, including the 50m buffer corridor referred to by Mr Jones, Cleary Bros has in fact exceeded the requirements of the Approval. “That compliance has been subject to annual inspections and independent audits which have at all times found us to be meeting our obligations as required.” GEPS has recently discussed its concerns with the Department of Environment, and is heartened to hear that a site visit has been undertaken to assess the situation. The outcome of this is not yet known. The Department is currently assessing Cleary Bros’ application to expand its operations. “The corridor will lie right next to the proposed new mine, so it will become even
more significant,” says Mr Jones. “The Greater Glider habitat in this fragment has been largely disconnected since the beach mine went through. “In those intervening years, the Greater Glider population at Seven Mile Beach has been declared endangered. “We are very concerned that some of the areas earmarked for rehabilitation back then will never actually happen, given potential conflicts with the new mine.” With the Department of Planning left to adjudicate on the matter, as it is the enforcement agency for the conditions, Mr Jones remains concerned. “We have been disappointed by our experiences with the Department in the past.” He is hoping that GEPS will not have to take its case to court again. Cleary Bros says, “We have always been proud of the many positive outcomes of this project to the environment and the wider community, of which the Cleary family and our employees form part.”
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