The Bugle 18 April 2020 by The Bugle Newspaper

The Bugle 18 April 2020

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ANZAC Day in a time of isolation Locals are being encouraged to get behind the RSL’s campaign to Light Up the Dawn this ANZAC Day, while practising isolation. “We normally get thousands of people to the Dawn Service at the Kiama Lighthouse,” says Vice-President of the Kiama-Jamberoo RSL Sub-Branch, Gary McKay. “This is a way for people to continue this tradition at a time when we can’t gather in large groups. “Lining the streets with your neighbours is going to be a very touching way to commemorate the fallen.” At 6am on ANZAC Day, the idea is to go to the end of your driveway or stand on your balcony and listen to a brief commemorative service online, or on the radio, or conduct your own service (format provided on page 12). “People can easily download the Last Post and Rouse to their phones, as it wouldn’t be the same without those bugle calls,” says Gary, a

Vietnam Vet. The ABC will be broadcasting the 5.30am service from the Australian War Memorial. There will also be a 10am service from the Anzac Memorial in Sydney that will be broadcast on ABC and streamed live. Without the usual opportunity to pass the bucket around, people are being encouraged to donate to the ANZAC Appeal online at anzacappeal.com.au Gerringong singer-songwriter Kevin Sullivan is also donating the proceeds of his newly released song, Pilgrimage, to the RSL. This song is partly inspired by his pilgrimage to Gallipoli for the Centenary, and is available via online services. The local Sub-Branches will be ensuring wreaths are placed at memorials throughout the district, including poppies on each of the plaques on the Gordon Grellman Wall of Remembrance adjacent to the Memorial Arch.

parks usually generate $350,000 a week in income. They are now closed. In addition, income lost from the Leisure Centre is expected to be close to $900,000. “We have spent the last three or four weeks dismantling the current year’s budget and looking for savings we can use to offset the

Given the constantly evolving situation the world is currently experiencing, please keep yourself up to date with other reliable news sources and health.nsw.gov.au We remain committed to keeping you informed about local news, at a time when our community spirit will serve us well. Stay safe, and help others stay safe. We are all in this together.

Inside this issue Local youth organise Australia’s first online Show p 3

Tough time for Illawarra businesses p3 How ritual will get us through this p 7 Margot and Gary McKay are hoping the community will take the Light Up the Dawn campaign to their hearts.

$6.4m hit to Council’s income this FY Kiama Council’s General Manager, Kerry McMurray, is expecting COVID-19 to have wiped around $6.4 million from its income in the 2019/20 financial year. This represents 10-15 per cent of the amount expected when the budget was approved last June. As an example, up until ANZAC Day, the holiday

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losses,” says Mr McMurray. “We are that far through the year that a lot of the projects have commenced so they are hard to pull back. “We are looking at what we can defer, and obviously our focus is to keep projects going that involve day labour rather than outside contractors, so our staff have work they can keep doing.”

A draft budget for the 2020/21 year is being prepared to go to the May Council Meeting. “We are also currently looking at shifting priorities to potentially do some asset renewal, for example at the library and the leisure centre, while they are closed. “Again that comes at a cost, and we just have to

see what the councillors are prepared to defer to allow that to happen.” Councils are yet to receive any financial support from the State or Federal Governments, despite the wide level of services they are required to maintain and the large number of people they employ. Continued on p5

Snails of approval for 2020 p 9

Help establish Kiama Community Radio p10

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Businesses are scrambling to make rapid changes to adapt and survive the economic impact of COVID-19, according to the latest quarterly Business Conditions Survey, released by the region’s peak business organisation, the Illawarra Business Chamber. The special COVID-19 edition of the survey clearly shows the nature and extent of the impact that multiple economic shocks have had on the regional and State economy over the first quarter of 2020. “The responses from Illawarra business owners are no surprise, but at the same time make for very sober reading,” says Illawarra Business Chamber Executive Director, Adam Zarth. “The survey shows the transition from early-phase impacts relating to supply chain interruptions and reduced overseas visitor arrivals to the full-scale economic crisis we are now seeing.” Business conditions have deteriorated rapidly, with a doubling of COVID-19-

related revenue losses reported by respondents between weeks one and two of the survey period. “Businesses have had to enter hibernation with significant adjustments to staffing levels and capital spending, and it’s clearly the case that some won’t make it through to the other side,” says Mr Zarth. The impact of COVID-19 on confidence is most apparent when examining business expectations for the next quarter where confidence has fallen at an unprecedented rate. “In the Illawarra, 60 per cent of businesses have reported falling sales revenue and 65 per cent have reported falling profit. “We’ve seen marked changes in capital spending and staffing, with 42 per cent of businesses reporting lower levels of investment and 21 per cent decreasing their staffing profile at the time of the survey. “By now we expect this to be much higher. “In the space of four

months, businesses in the Illawarra have shifted their focus from expanding their capacity to meet demand to seeking to remain solvent and downsizing.” However, the survey also indicated an ability to keep the doors open in some circumstances. “75 per cent of businesses have indicated they will be able to continue operating; many with a significantly reduced capacity (45 per cent) while others may be largely unaffected (22 per cent).” Mr Zarth stressed the importance of every tier of government doing all that is possible to keep businesses in operation and staff employed through this difficult time. “It is critical that every tier of government do all that is possible to keep businesses in operation and staff employed. “When given the all clear to resume normal business operations, we need to be in the best possible position to do that as quickly as possible.”

Jamberoo residents have joined in the worldwide movement to be socially distant while enjoying music together. The footpath concerts have raised morale and given people something to look forward to.

Youth in Ag staging first online Show

In an Australian first, the youth of the local Show movement are overcoming their disappointment at the cancellation of most of this year’s agricultural shows by putting on a virtual one. The South Coast & Tablelands Youth in Ag Movement, which covers show societies bounded by Milton to the south, Moss Vale to the west and Camden to the north, is organising Ryan McParland judging a Phoenix chicken at the 2019 Nowra Show the event, which is be admired. various topics and styles. now open for entries. “It is all about having fun, Each section will be judged Ryan McParland, whose while learning more about by two to four experienced family raise commercial beef your own exhibits and those and provisional judges from cattle on land off Jamberoo’s of other show enthusiasts.” the South Coast or ones who Factory Lane, is one of the Entry is open to all Ausare involved in the Rural organisers. tralian residents, no matter Achiever and Junior Judging He comes from a long where they live, so the comPrograms at the Sydney line of dairy farmers based petition will be stiff. Royal Show. at Croom, which means Entries are invited in a full “We are trying to keep the he maintains family ties variety of sections – from spirit of Australia’s agriculwith the Albion Park Show dairy and beef cattle, horses, tural shows alive in this time Society. poultry and other livestock; of isolation,” says Ryan. “Four generations of our to the traditional pavilion “Anyone can enter, no matfamily have showed, so you exhibits of baking, garden ter their age or experience. can definately say it is in my produce, handicraft and “It’s going to be great to blood,” he says. photography. get more people involved.” He says the idea for an With no cost to enter, bragOnce people express an Online Show was conceived ging rights are the only prizes. interest in entering an exat a Youth in Ag meeting in An innovative Show hibit in a particular class of February. Sports section is calling for a section, they will be sent a “It started off small, but it entries of tutorial videos for link to a google drive folder mushroomed, particularly competing in events such for uploading their entries. after the cancellation of the as woodchop, shearing and Sydney Royal. Details: The Schedule for sheep dog trials. “Some Sydney Show the Online Show is available The Pet Show, always a at ww.kiamashow.com.au judges have told me it’s a Entries close Friday 15 May, crowd favourite, also calls great idea. with results announced for 60 second videos of the “People still have animals Saturday 23 May. There is entries. they want to show to learn also an Online Show 2020 from the judges, and then the There is even an essay group on facebook. writing section, featuring pavilion entries deserve to

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The Wobbly Wobbly Walkway Through The Forest of Regret COVID-19 Pandemic has certainly affected all of us and our way of life. We want to congratulate our staff, patients and the community for adhering to social distancing and home isolation, and as a result keeping the numbers of confirmed cases in the Kiama/Gerringong LGA to a very low number (7 as at 13/4/2020) Remember that we are here to meet your health care needs BUT please do not visit us without prior telephone contact.

We can deal with most of your needs over the phone or via simple video link Over the past few weeks we have been overwhelmed with telehealth appointments, and generally amazed at how effective they are in meeting the needs of our patients, so we encourage you to phone reception to make a booking.

Stress and anxiety

It is a challenging time for us all, with many people feeling lonely, and disconnected from their families, friends and community. This can lead to increasing anxiety and depression. Our GPs are here to support you at this time, and we encourage you to book a telehealth appointment so we can assist. We can provide resources, advice and counselling to help you through this uncertain time. And if you are needing more formal psychological care we can provide mental health care plans and referral to a psychologist.

If you do need to be seen in person, GMP is a safe place to come (after you have phoned and arranged a time)

We have arranged our large new practice in accordance with social distancing rules. We are screening every patient prior to entering the building. We have comprehensive infection control measures and are doing everything possible to ensure safety of our staff, patients, and community.

Immunisations are very important and we have been advised by NSW Health to continue to provide childhood and adult vaccinations when they are due. Bookings essential.

We have received a limited number of influenza vaccinations and have commenced vaccinating our most vulnerable patients. We have a very thorough and safe process to enable our patients to attend for their influenza vaccinations in our car park, whilst adhering strictly to social distancing policy. Please phone reception to book a GP telephone appointment to answer a few questions to prepare for your influenza vaccination.

Kiama Public School has built a walkway that is teaching students about Kiama’s past while involving them in growing and managing an exciting future. A walkway was built with the help of a grant from Kiama Council to follow a winding path cleared by students through a bushy area of the school. We call it called The Wobbly Wobbly Walkway Through The Forest of Regret. Our students are learning about the rainforest which once covered the Kiama area, called the Long Brush. The students are learning about endemic rainforest species as they plant, weed and manage this mini-rainforest. Nesting boxes are being installed to support our local birds and build a biodiverse future. Habitat is being created for our many lizards and ground dwelling creatures. The walkway was designed to minimise impact on the vines, trees and creatures that live in this space while allowing the students to use the area as a learning space. A bowerbird has built a bower only three metres from the walkway and students observe their comings and goings. Lizards happily wander over the track. The students have planted a huge range of bush tucker plants (including warrigal greens, plum pines, sandpaper fig, lemon myrtle, native ginger, native mint, native raspberry, midyum berry, kangaroo vine, davidson plum, fingerlime, native tamarind, gotu kola, lillypilly, native violets and more) and will be planting a wide range of endemic rainforest species, in addition to those already sourced from the Sydney Wildflower Nursery and Illawarra Landcare. The walkway links our popular active play area with our huge food forest and

permaculture garden. Right now we have wampees, brazilian cherries, chestnuts, acerola cherries, parsley, ice-cream beans, warrigal greens, silverbeet, mint, thyme, basil, sage, rosemary, persimmons and mangoes ready to harvest. More of our plants will produce their fruit soon. The walkway was inspired by the SCUM club’s bike track that weaved through a boggy section and trees before it was recently burnt down. Year 5 and 6 will be conducting tours of the walkway while teaching our community about this landscape they are creating and managing, so will not only be learning but teaching others. They will be taking and teaching

Kindergarten, Year 1, teachers, parents, grandparents, students from other local schools, preschoolers and VIPs through the garden when school gets back to normal. They will also be creating virtual tours. The walkway will also be a healthy space to explore, relax, walk and practice mindfulness as we want to build a healthy future. The active involvement of students in the planting and management of this healthy space is leading down the pathway of a bright and healthy life. These students are growing their own future. We are also building a poem about the space, with students adding lines. Stuart Hall, Teacher

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Council takes COVID hit from p1 The President of Local Government NSW, Councillor Linda Scott says the Commonwealth’s refusal to make the JobKeeper allowance available to council employees is not supportive of the role of councils in the community and calls on the State Government to do more. “Funding councils is the solution to the nation’s recovery from COVID-19. “But, without State Government stimulus, councils are facing an almost impossible task in the months ahead. “We know councils have been terribly hard hit even in this early stage of the COVID-associated economic crisis: Blacktown City Council, in Sydney’s west, is already losing $1.7 million per week. “And that’s before the rate notices go out. Some regional councils will cease to be able to operate in the coming months. “If funded by the NSW State Government, councils can employ people to build the infrastructure for the future, and deliver the community supports needed to ensure no one is left behind during the COVID-19 pandemic.” There has been no indication by the State Government that the Fit for the Future benchmarks will be eased at this time, leaving them in even more of a quandary. “Part of the stripping down of the budget is to see how close we can get to the indicators in light of the losses we’ve taken,” says Mr McMurray. “It is highly unlikely we will meet all of the indicators this year, particularly the operating performance ratio indicator, because we are going to have significant less cash over this period of time. “We are trying to figure out where we can cut back costs but still maintain a workforce and still deliver the services the community needs.” At this early stage, he says it could take potentially two years to recover from the fall out. The April Meeting of Council is expected to consider a financial relief package for some ratepayers. The Meeting will be held online, and broadcast as usual via Council’s website. Technical arrangements have also been made for those wishing to talk at Public Access. Those people who register to speak will be sent a Zoom link to participate and make their case.

Community news Public notice Draft Kiama Local Strategic Planning Statement 2020 At the 11 February 2020 meeting, Council endorsed the draft Kiama Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS) 2020 to go on public exhibition for a period of at least 28 days. As the planned community information sessions have been cancelled in response to COVID-19, the public exhibition period is being extended by two weeks to allow for alternative community engagement. The draft LSPS may be viewed on Council’s website www.kiama. nsw.gov.au from 23 March to 4 May 2020. An online community information session is being held during the exhibition period to allow the community to discuss the draft LSPS with Council staff. For more information, including registration details, please refer to Council’s website. Public submissions on the draft LSPS are welcome and should be addressed to the General Manager quoting SC3389. Public submissions must disclose if the author has made any political donations of gifts to minimise any perception of undue influence. The public submission should clearly state reasons for any objection or support. Public submissions may be included in reports to Council or be made publicly available. You must indicate in writing if you wish for your name and address to be withheld. Public submissions need to be received by 4pm on 4 May 2020.

Activity approvals

10.2020.41.1

10.2019.135.1

LOT: 69 DP: 229951 69 Headland Drive, Gerroa Demolition of existing dwelling and associated structures, construction of new dwelling and swimming pool

LOT: 5 DP: 734613 2 Weir Street, Kiama Heights Use of imported fill around farm dam and proposed landscaping

10.2020.42.1 LOT: 2291 DP: 1244200 44A Anembo Crescent, Kiama Heights Dwelling and attached granny flat (secondary dwelling)

10.2020.43.1 LOT: 2 DP: 246961 4 Bland Place, Gerroa Alterations and additions to existing dwelling and construction of swimming pool

10.2020.44.1 LOT: 1 DP: 796950 169 Willowvale Road, Willow Vale Secondary dwelling, ancillary equipment shed and associated earthworks

10.2020.45.1 LOT: 65 DP: 30200 17 Flinders Avenue, Kiama Downs Proposed deck and demolition of existing deck 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.

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.

10.2017.291.1

Council has issued the following activity approval.

20.2019.19.1 LOT: 17 SEC: 11 DP: 33901 20 Kaleula Crescent, Kiama Wood heater

Development applications received Council received the following development applications.

10.2020.40.1 LOT: 341 DP: 790657 1 Newing Circuit, Kiama Downs Use of existing concrete slab and proposed garage

LOT: 1 DP: 615423 10 Bong Bong Street, Kiama Construction of a basement containing car parking area with forty eight car parking spaces, one loading bay, four motorcycle spaces and seven bicycle spaces and two serviced apartments on the lower ground floor/basement; three commercial tenancies and three serviced apartments on the ground floor; and twelve residential apartments on the 2nd, and 3rd storey; and Stratum/strata Subdivision comprising three Stratums Part 101 Commercial Lots Scheme, Part 102 Serviced Apartment Lots Scheme and Part 103 Residential Lots Scheme with: Part 101 Commercial Lots Scheme containing three lots Part Lot 1 to Part Lot 3; and Part 102 Serviced Apartment Lots Scheme containing five lots Part Lot 1 to Part Lot 5; Part 103 Residential Lots Scheme containing twelve lots Part Lot 1 to Part Lot 12; and Common Property

10.2019.187.1 LOT: 25 DP: 244819 7 Federal Street, Minnamurra Demolition of existing dwelling, construction of attached dual occupancy with two lot Torrens title subdivision, swimming pool and associated landscaping

10.2019.191.1 LOT: 12 DP: 790092 21 Collins Street, Kiama Alterations and additions to existing garage and swimming pool

10.2019.193.1 LOT: 52 DP: 838437 4 Toorak Place, Gerringong Above ground swimming pool

10.2019.196.1 LOT: 17 SEC: 11 DP: 33901 20 Kaleula Crescent, Kiama Dwelling alterations and additions and wood heater

10.2019.203.1 LOT: 21 DP: 584075 41 Hothersal Street, Kiama Swimming pool, decking, retaining walls and removal of four trees

10.2019.211.1 LOT: 56 DP: 1206414 85 Merrick Circuit, Kiama Dwelling

10.2019.240.1 LOT: 5 DP: 1210621 9 Hanrahan Place, Kiama Dwelling

10.2020.1.1 LOT: 1 DP: 153466 32 Allowrie Street, Jamberoo Garage, garden shed, open pergola, two rainwater tanks and improve driveway and some landscaped surfaces

10.2020.8.1 LOT: 5 DP: 574425 139 Minnamurra Lane, Jamberoo Extension of existing roof line and attached deck

10.2020.17.1 LOT: 1 DP: 152745 50 Churchill Street, Jamberoo Dwelling alterations and additions, demolition of existing deck and construction of new deck

All submissions will be made publicly available. If you do not want any part of the submission or your personal details released, because of copyright or other cogent reasons, please indicate this clearly in your submission together with an explanation. However, you should be aware that even if you request that you do not wish information to be published, there may be circumstances in which we are required by law to release that information (for example, in accordance with the requirements of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009).

Address all correspondence to: Mr K McMurray, General Manager 11 Manning Street (PO Box 75), Kiama 2533 Phone: 4232 0444 Website: www.kiama.nsw.gov.au

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My husband has a lot of medical problems and while shopping at Woolies Kiama on 7 April I was refused purchasing four lots of one litre lactose milk, as I was only allowed two. I know rules are rules but I do not have the chance to go to the supermarket often. At the checkout a lovely An expert came to test Jesus, “What must I do to inherit eternal life?” “What do you understand you have to do?” said Jesus. The expert replied, “Love God and love your neighbour as yourself.” “You’re right,” Jesus replied. The expert replied, “But who is my neighbour?” In 2020 Jesus may reply, “The one who is in need of some of the toilet paper, rice or pasta you have in your cupboard.” Or he may reply, “The one who pushed in front of you in the supermarket line last week, but today is in need.” See the Bible – Luke Ch10: verses 25 to 37 – and draw your own conclusion. Anthony Edward

lady behind me took the lactose milk and payed for them and put them in my bag. As I had to move through not to hold up other shoppers, I did not get a chance to pay her. I was a little shocked at this act of kindness and feel this lady is the essence of Australia. If she should read this I would like to thank her so much. Marie, Kiama In response to your letter in the last edition of The Bugle. Dear John, Thank you for your recent letter to the editor, regarding prayer. As a praying person, and as a pastor, I was thankful for your letter, as it invites serious reflection. One of the more recent mis-steps in popular theology, and the way in which we communicate it publicly, is the idea that God should ‘fix it all, right now’. The belief that often

goes alongside this is that if God doesn’t ‘fix it all, right now’, then he isn’t good. Historically, Christian faith has taken a wider view than that. Our belief in God’s sovereignty is not limited to the moment when we recognise an unfolding catastrophe (and ask for God’s help). Instead, we believe that God is sovereign before, during and after a catastrophe. Although this is a difficult belief (and raises many further questions), it also means that we can call on God, knowing that what occurs in history has not taken him by surprise. In practical terms, for me it meant that in the recent fires (as a volunteer firefighter), I could call on God in the midst of my fear

and uncertainty, knowing that – for all the turmoil in my world – in him I had an emotional, spiritual and mental refuge. And I think that makes all the difference at a time like this. I don’t know why these tragedies have gripped us so awfully this year; but I know one who can restore all that is taken. And rather than ‘fix it all, right now’, I know one who brought hope out of the very pit of despair, in the event of Jesus’ death and resurrection: the event we celebrate this Sunday. And having hope in darkness, well, that’s something we could all use at present. Rev. A. M. Sibrava, Kiama Anglican Church

Consultation goes online

As the planned community information sessions for the Local Strategic Planning Statement (aka our 20 year plan) have been canceled in response to COVID-19, the public exhibition period has been extended by two weeks to 4 May, to allow for community engagement online. A webinar session has been organised to allow the community to discuss the draft LSPS with Council staff. Details: Wednesday 22 April, 5.30-7.30pm. Register your interest in joining this session at www.kiama.nsw.gov.au or Via council@kiama.nsw.gov.au

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How ritual will help get us through this by Kiama local Dr Monty Badami (right) OK, so full disclosure, I am an anthropologist. I see symbolic processes and practices everywhere. I just can’t help myself. It is both a blessing and curse… ask my wife! As an anthropologist, a celebrant and a coach, I make a living out of understanding, crafting and advocating for rituals that help us to find a sense of meaning and purpose in the world. The truth is that we are surrounded by meaningful symbols, structures and practices. But symbols only have power because of the power that we invest in them. Right now, we have invested toilet paper with a certain symbolic value. It now means something completely different to what it meant before this madness descended upon us. But that is the thing, the only constant in life is change. Symbols, and the value we place in things, are always changing and so too are the cultures within which those symbols exist. To demonstrate this, let me give you a little example. So yesterday I came home from Woolies with a ten pack of toilet paper! I know right. You hate me already, don’t you? Bear with me for a moment though, I had no idea this treasured item was going to be there. It was a moment of serendipity, I promise! As I entered the centre, I shared knowing looks with friends and acquaintances as they scampered to their cars, with their TP clutched tightly under their arms. They were clearly excited, but they were trying not to look too excited (if you know what I mean). On entering Woolies, I asked the person at the gate if there was any left. She wasn’t sure but said that there was someone at the end of the aisle who had a whole pallet in the morning. I saw the sales person holding the last packet and I desperately gave her an overtly pleading nod. I wanted her to know that one was mine! But what would I have done if I had been intercepted by somebody else? What if I saw an older person who needed it, would I have given it to them? I like to think I would have been really generous and cool, but I’ll never know… it didn’t happen.

tial part of our evolutionary history. And whilst it may look different in different places or different times, it remains an incredibly powerful tool for promoting resilience and solidarity. By turning our attention to rituals, we have an incredible opportunity reframe the narrative around a shared crisis like this. Challenge and disruption creates the impetus for change. For example, in our home I hate those selfish hoarders, Humans are naturally we have had to change the but gee I wish I had done it meaning making creaway we do things. We are when I had the chance! tures, and we are creatures much more mindful about I present the illusion of of habit. We are wired to how we prepare our food charity, social service and make sense of the world by and the way we manage maturity, but come at my drawing on past experience, waste, we are more intentoilet paper and I don’t know in order to make the present tional about how we interact what I would do to you! and the future seem more with each other, we practice It is a sign of what sociolo- predictable. gratitude and have honest gist and economist Thorstein But during times of rapid open conversations regularly. Veblen called ‘conspicuous change and uncertainty, we We have welcomed rituals consumption’. Toilet paper can’t help but feel anxiety. of virtual connection with represents the emergence By turning our attention to friends and family, we have of a new commodity that rituals, we get to engage in ritualised our daily routine speaks to a number of deep a highly structured activity and even the way we wash social values. that has a repetitive quality our hands. I’m not suggestAs mentioned, I didn’t and that can really help to ing we are perfect, but we plan to buy them, but as I re- relieve anxiety. are using ritual to help us turned with the spoils of my So even if the rituals cope... and sometimes it feels victorious adventure, I told we choose have no direct like coping is all we can do. the story as if I was ‘man influence over the physical Right now, we get to the hunter’, bringing home world, they provide a sense reassess what we really riches for my family. of control by imposing a value. We have a chance to My wife was resplendent sense of order on the chaos create new stories, rituals with joy, my kids whinnied of everyday life. and practices, and invest and danced as if I had In fact the anxiety reducing new objects with symbolic brought them something so effects of ritual are amplipower. We can appreciate the valuable that our relative fied when we do them with little things that usually go status within the community others (even maintaining unnoticed and let go of the had just stepped up a level. physical distancing or doing things we thought we cared It was a symbol of wealth, them virtually). We know about, but that really don’t privilege, status and comfort. that communal ritual brings matter right now. But at the same time, my about a reduction in cortisol We get to decide who we pride was met with shame. (the hormone we produce want to be and how we want The whole experience made when we’re stressed) and to live our lives. We get to me realise that we demonise an increase of oxytocin (the decide how we want to adapt the horders whilst simultahormone we produce when to these new conditions of neously coveting them… we feel all loved up and life. We can use the things I would say it was batshit connected). we learn from this expecrazy, but I fear that would It is not surprising, then, rience to remember what be in bad taste in the current that people around the world we had to go through, what climate. are responding to our current resources drew on, how we There is no doubt that right crisis by creating new rituals. came through this, and what now, we are experiencing Even though there is a lot really matters so that when it lots of change. So in this of doom and gloom on the happens again, we are a little crazy messed up moment of social feeds, there are also more prepared. history, there is a deep human wonderful stories of people We are delighted Dr Badami need to find and create mean- going to their balconies at will be offering a five part ing out of this massive social the same time every day to series in coming editions to disruption. applaud health care workers, encourage you to benefit This is where ritual comes making communal music, from rituals during this time. in. Ritual is a really import- doing group exercise, going He will give some handy ant way of dealing with out on their driveway for a tips on how to meaningfully reflect on the current the anxiety caused during street dance, or getting on situation, so you create your times of uncertainty. Across line to sing together in the own rituals and routines to cultures, and throughout his- form of a virtual choir. help you deal with change tory, people tend to perform What we are seeing is that and remember what is more rituals during stressritual provides a bit of struc- important in your life. ful events such as warfare, ture, helps to reclaim a sense There will also be some environmental threat, and of control, and maintains a fun activities you can do with your friends and family material insecurity. broader feeling of human to maintain a sense of To understand this better, connection. connection in this very we need to take a look at our It is no wonder, then, that challenging time. brains. ritual has been such an essenThe Bugle 18 April 2020 • Page 7

ABOUT REAL ESTATE TENANTS, LANDLORDS & COVID-19 Terry Digger

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Tenants and property investors are among the many groups facing a tough time due to the economic impact of the coronavirus. The government has asked for leniency from landlords for tenants who have lost their jobs. Meanwhile, property investors face the reality that they must service the bank loans secured to provide the rental accommodation. Here are some answers to some common questions: • Can I be evicted? The Federal Government has now mandated no evictions of any tenant facing virus-related hardship may be made for six months. Its ministers have also stated this is not an invitation to tenants to stop paying rent. • What should I do if I’ve lost my job and can’t make my rent? Discuss the situation with your property manager who will pass the information on to your landlord. It may be possible to negotiate a reduced rent, even for a limited time. Be aware, however, there is no current obligation on the landlord to come to the party. Also be aware that many landlords are ordinary people just like you, with mortgages and expenses and who depend on rental income to pay those bills. • Have my rights been changed during the COVID-19 crisis? No. Both the state and Federal Governments have powers here but have not used them yet. The website tenants.org.au will provide the latest information. • What about inspections, including open houses? The lockdown and social distancing rules prevent these from happening. However, an agent has the right to show one person through the property up to twice a week. • Can I move house or apartment? Yes. Removals are deemed an essential business but of course, social distancing rules still apply, so you would not be allowed to be on site when they pack and unpack your belongings. • What if something breaks - can it be repaired? Yes. We can still organise for urgent repairs to be made. However this may take longer due to availability of trades and services. You will also need to coordinate social distancing etiquette when they arrive.

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Snails of Approval for 2020 Despite not being able to have a public award ceremony, Slowfood Saddleback has announced the recipients of its Snail of Approval for 2020. “The Slow Food movement is an international organisation dedicated to protecting and encouraging Good, Clean and Fair Food for everyone,” says the local chapter’s leader, Celia Wade. “At this very difficult time it is even more important that these things are protected and encouraged.

“Despite the arrival of the virus we had our entries in and it seemed a good idea to continue with the process.” This year’s recipients include primary producers, food artisans, restaurants, cafes, caterers and a retailer. All awardees follow the Slow Food principles and have a commitment to continue to grow their businesses in the areas of biodiversity and sustainability. “We are all in this global emergency together and Slow Food Saddleback hopes that the Red PRIMARY PRODUCERS Snail will make Buena Vista Farm, Gerringong people smile, Haven Island Oysters, Greenwell Point as it recognises The Pines, Kiama the work of Dapto Community Farm Bellevue Organics, Kiama this vulnerable Pecora Dairy, Robertson group. It gives Moonacres Farm, Fitzroy Falls them something Schottlander’s Wagyu, Rose Valley to show and RESTAURANTS/CAFÉS use in their own The Blue Swimmer, Gerroa social media Far Meadow Table, Far Meadow and traditional Otis Deli, Kiama marketing when Silica Restaurant, Kiama times get better. Moonacres Harvest Kitchen, Robertson “Slow Food FOOD ARTISANS Saddleback Betty’s BBQ thanks and conGung’s Gourmet Thai, Port Kembla gratulates all Valley Cheesemakers, Kangaroo Valley our awardees, RETAIL FOOD OUTLET and along with Flame Tree Community Coop,Thirroul the South Coast CATERER community Dandelion & Mallow, Gerringong wishes them

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all the best for the next few months and into the future.” Celia says it puts these businesses in the same category as many in Europe and the US, where choices of where to eat and shop are often predicated by the Red Snail in the window.

Gerringong-based wholefood catering business, Dandelion & Mallow, is one of the recipients. “My business is based on the philosophy that delicious, traditionally prepared food is the foundation for great health and overall wellbeing,” says Karina Shepherd (pictured). “I believe that we humans thrive when connected with nature and other people who honour nature.” She has generously shared a recipe with us, based on an easy to grow green. “Rocket is a great thing to grow in the garden right now as it won’t bolt to seed as quickly!”

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munity, many of whom have lost their way of making a living.” These include local comedian Diana McLaren, who has been one of the driving forces behind the monthly She’ll Be Right and other cabarets at Port Kembla. “Diana has experience in radio presentation and production, and it is professionalism like this that we have to tap into,” he says. Details: If you would like to get involved, contact kiamacommunityradio@ gmail.com

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Postcard home When we left for India on 27 February, we knew that the Corona virus was an issue in China and Northern Italy. During our trip a week or so later, we were totally mystified by reports from home of shortages of essentials like toilet paper. There was plenty in India and life seemed ‘normal’. As normal as living in sensory overload could be anyway. We traveled in our own little ‘India bubble’ immersing ourselves in everything India and our Yoga teachers had to offer. We were living on a cultural high – happily so. Kiama local yoga teacher, Karen Emerson, and her Macarthur-based colleague, Kay Callaghan, had arranged an amazing trip for us. We stayed in up-market hotels, an ashram, a homestay and everything in between. We had front row seats at Havan and Aarti and celebrated the Holi (spring) festival with the family, where we had fun like kids, bombing others with coloured dyes… as is custom. Under the guidance of our homestay ‘Mom’, we bought (and proudly wore) beautiful saris. We ate home style food, prepared with the best ingredients and love. We were willing students of everything on offer. We loved the International Yoga Festival in Rishikesh and I was totally spoiled as the event’s Ambassador for Australia. While we were sad our trip was cut short, and we didn’t get to Kerala, we were relieved and delighted to see our homes, families and friends – albeit at distance or via technology. And we saw a lot of our homes, given our 14 days in self-isolation. What an amazing experience. Thank you If you’d like to share your travel story from somewhere you’ve been India and thank you amazing yoga teachers! at some time, send your postcard home Diane Ellison, Kiama (even if you got back a long time ago) to emailthebugle@gmail.com

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Prayer reading This is my commandment, that ye love one another, as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. St John 15:1213

Last Post Minute Silence Ode to the Fallen They went with a song to the battle: they were young, Straight of limb, true of eye, steady and aglow: They were staunch to the end against odds uncounted And fell with their faces to the foe. They shall grow not old, as we who are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn, At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them. Lest we forget.

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On Your Side. Coronavirus COVID-19 A range of measures have been announced to address the impact of coronavirus across our community, but things are changing rapidly. Financial assistance is available for individuals, sole traders, and small businesses and their employees. Information on help for businesses can be found at: www.business.gov.au or call 13 28 46

I know there is a lot of angst in our community following the impact of the recent bushfires and now coronavirus.

The latest health and general advice can be found at: www.health.gov.au or the Coronavirus Health Information line on 1800 020 080

Our community has been hurting for months and I want to ensure local people do not get forgotten, but I know that many local people are having difficulty understanding the available support.

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We all need to play our part in slowing the spread of this virus, so please continue to follow the social isolation rules and stay home unless absolutely necessary.

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