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Citizens of the Year Maria Baden would like to think that her being named as Kiama’s Citizen of the Year will encourage others to empathise with the everyday challenges faced by refugees and migrants who come to Australia. She has been recognised in this year’s Kiama Council Australia Day Awards for both her humanitarian efforts and progressive approaches to animal husbandry and land management on her family’s Wagyu farm. Long associated with Kiama Welcomes Refugees, she notably worked with Rosemary Kariuki (Australia’s 2021 Local Hero) to welcome vulnerable migrant women and their families to in Gerringong for a weekend. The pair’s initiative of friendship reached many through the documentary film, Rosemary’s Way. They are currently working on a follow-up, this time bringing men down so they can meet local men and see first hand how they interact with their families at home. “As the child of Polish/German immigrants, I know how important it is for people to show the hand of friendship. “We’ve got different ways of doing things, but how will people find out if they don’t get to know us?” The Senior Citizen of the Year award has gone to Gerringong’s Helen McDermott, for her many years of community work, especially with the Gerringong & District Historical Society. She says she is the sort of person who can’t stop herself from helping others, as it was

the way she was brought up. Helen joined the Society 14 years ago as a newcomer to the area, and has been President for nine years. “I was just so grateful to live here that I wanted to know what happened before I got here. “People are very used to being involved to help make the community work.” Fifteen year old Lara Farrell, who is going into Year 11 at Kiama High, has received the Young Citizen Award for her energetic leadership across a range of youthrelated issues, including being the youth member on the Makuta advisory board. “I’ve taken every opportunity offered through school, and one thing has just led to another,” she says. Her advice to other young people is to get involved. “Choose what your passion is and volunteer in that area – you’ll love helping.” WIRES Illawarra has been awarded Community Group of the Year for their work rescuing and sheltering native wildlife, especially following the bushfires of 2019/20 (see story on page 5) Kiama Council announced the recipients of its Australia Day awards early, as it had to cancel the normal Australia Day Awards and Citizenship Ceremony on 26 January for COVID-19 safety reasons. The Citizenship Ceremony will now be conducted online, and the recipients of the awards will receive them at a later date.

Helen McDermott, Lara Farrell and Maria Baden

Kiama LGA tops NSW land value increases

The latest land values for all properties in NSW show the Kiama LGA experiencing the strongest average increase in the State, with an extraordinary 53.5% increase in the unimproved value in the year to 1 July 2021. The next highest increase came in the Byron Shire (51.9%). Overall, the South Coast saw residential land values increase by 30.3%, compared to the statewide rise of 24%, Full details of the winners’ with all other LGAs experiachievements are available on encing strong growth: ShoalCouncil’s website. haven (49.2%), Eurobodalla

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the land only and does not include the value of a home or other structures. “Private contract valuers with expertise in their local areas have prepared the 1 July 2021 land values on behalf of the Valuer General, to determine new land values across the region. “The valuers consider a range of factors in determining land value, including the features of the land and its legally permitted use. “Valuer General NSW has quality assured the land values for fairness and con-

sistency.” Revenue NSW will use the 1 July 2021 land values to calculate land tax for the year, and councils use it in their rates calculation. “The latest land values for all properties in NSW are available on our website along with information on trends, medians and typical land values for each local government area,” says Dr Parker. Go to www.valuergeneral. nsw.gov.au and search for ‘land values online’

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Be amongst the first to visit the new Art Museum and Jamberoo Village Market Bridge for Creative Learning Sunday 30 January at the Bundanon, on the Reid Park, 9-2pm Shoalhaven River, following a Summer Fashion Parade $34 million expansion which Saturday 5 February is expected to see it become one of the country’s leading Fellowship Centre, Kiama Uniting Church, 2pm art destinations. Gifted to the nation in 1993 Gerringong Rotary Market by the artist Arthur Boyd, Saturday 19 February Bundanon has long offered by the Town Hall, 8.30-1.30pm the largest creative residency program in the country Kiama Makers & alongside educational and Growers Market conservation programs, but Saturday 26 February has not until now had the Black Beach, 9-3pm facilities to showcase or Kiama Rugby Sevens store its $46.5 million art Saturday 26 February collection. More next issue “This significant new architectural expansion will position Bundanon as a national tourist hub, expanding arts access in regional Australia, and increasing employment and economic growth in the Shoalhaven,” said Minister for Communications, Urban Infrastructure, Cities and the Arts, Paul Fletcher. Embedded within the landscape, the new Bundanon will deliver three exhibition seasons annually, with a dramatically expanded range of on-site events including tailored learning and artistic residency programs. Importantly, the new complex includes a state-of-the-art

storage facility to house and protect Bundanon’s extensive collection of some 4,000 items, which was previously under threat from bushfires and had to be evacuated during the Black Summer. The Art Museum and Collection Store are subterranean, with precious artworks housed and exhibited in an underground building that protects the works from diverse climate conditions and offers thermal stability in the form of the reinstated hill. The striking Bridge is a 160 metre long by nine metre wide structure that spans the existing gully in the sloping hillside. It houses a world-class creative learning centre, as well as accommodation and food venues offering sweeping views over the Shoalhaven River. Also not to be missed is a visit to the nearby Bundanon Homestead, where the Boyd family lived, and Arthur Boyd’s Studio which gives an extra insight into his work. Bundanon CEO, Rachel Kent, says, “This expansion will widen public access, deepen engagement in creativity and the landscape, and position Bundanon both nationally and internationally. “I look forward to this new chapter in Bundanon’s

history – building on its past achievements and opening its doors to new audiences and generations, going forwards.” If you are one of our early readers, entry to Bundanon is free on the opening weekend (29-30 January), with online bookings and timed entry essential to maintain social distancing. 170 Riversdale Road, Illaroo. Open Weds to Sunday. For more information and to book tickets, visit www.bundanon.com.au Adult $18 | Conc and youth $12 Family $40 | under 12 free Tickets booked for Saturdays or Sundays will include access to the historic Bundanon Homestead and Arthur Boyd’s Studio at no additional cost.

Documentary screening A 2019 documentary on the life and art of Australian artist Keith Looby is being screened across Australia to celebrate 100 years of the Archibald Prize, with Kiama one of the venues. Looby was perhaps the competition’s most controversial winner, and the film looks at his art in its historical context.

Friday 11 February, Joyce Wheatley Community Centre, 7.30-9pm. Tickets are $10 each from: www.eventbrite.com

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For a comprehensive guide to What’s On in our region, check out The Bugle App to find out about live music and events. Download The Bugle App for free using the QR code on page 14. What’s On is compiled by Jack Wallner. If you have any events coming up, please contact him on jack@ thebuglenewspaper.com.au or 0491 686 975.

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OAM for Amanda Amanda Reid, a three time Paralympian with strong Gerringong connections, has received a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for her service to sport as a Gold medalist at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic Games, when she also set a world record. The 25 year old Guringai and Wemba Wemba woman lives and trains in Gerringong for part of the year while staying with her grandparents Christine and Tom Gallagher. In just a short time, Amanda, who has cerebral palsy and an intellectual impairment, has raked in a series of great results in both swimming and cycling and is now a five time para-cycling world champion as well as a three time Paralympian.

When she’s not living here and training for cycling, Amanda spends some of her time snowboarding in the Snowies. She is a qualified level 1 snowboard instructor and is currently spending time in America on her winter sports.

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Chamber update The returning Kiama & District Business Chamber President, Cameron McDonald of Carter Ferguson, says this year will see the Chamber more active on a variety of fronts. “We’ve got an energetic new board keen to promote the interests of the business community,” he says. “It brings together people with diverse skills and experience that the members can benefit from.” The other Board members are Kathryn O’Brien, Beachside Emporium; Michael Emmett, Bluestone Building Group; Aaron Shelley, Project Dry Hire; Past President Marie Beikmanis; Cathryn Lyall, Go Behind Closed Doors; HR specialist Rachel Edwards; and Michael Cains, Pecora Dairy. “We have assembled a very professional board and are hoping to take more of a leadership role in those things that are shaping our community,” says Mr McDonald.

To this end, the Chamber will be surveying its membership more regularly this year to gauge their opinion on issues affecting the business community. “We want to be more involved in developing strategic direction for our area, to make sure it takes account of business realities,” says Mr McDonald, who is keen to work with Council’s CEO, Jane Stroud, on any reorganisation of Council’s Economic Development function. The Chamber’s finances have been buoyed by their main source of income, the Kiama Seaside Market, returning in recent months. Members can look forward to quarterly networking meetings, as well as the introduction of less formal monthly gatherings, training events, a meet and greet with the new councillors, the winter Buy Local campaign and a new website. “New members are always welcome,” says Mr McDonald.

Rally urges residents to contact Planning Minister A rally against the South Kiama rezoning has called for residents to contact the Minister for Planning, Anthony Roberts, directly to voice their opposition. An independent review is currently being conducted into the Department’s approval of the Planning Proposal, for land between Weir St and Saddleback Mountain Rd, but the crowd was reminded that it is ultimately up to the Minister to make the determination. “It is not often you find the community, the council and a state representative all come together to have a look at a process and say something is wrong,” said Mayor Neil Reilly. “It is going to put a burden on our schools, our sewage and the community, in that 400 lots could easily turn into 600 houses and it is absolutely inappropriate.” The Chair of the Central Precinct, Mark Greaves, said that Kiama was already meeting its housing requirements. “We understand development is going to happen, but we would like it to be sensible and sustainable,” he said. “At no stage has anyone from the Department of Planning visited the site.” The Member for Kiama, Gareth Ward, said, “I do not want Sydney developers to tell us how our community will develop and the circumstances under which it will develop. “We need to send a message to the decision makers that that is not on.” He went on to say, “After the land has gone and the profits have been pocketed, it will be this community that will have to deal with the

consequences.” The crowd was encouraged to write to the Minister to voice their opposition to the rezoning. Councillors Rice, RenkemaLang, Draisma, Croxford and Larkins attended the rally. Afterwards, the Kiama Labor team released a statement supporting the protest, but condemning the actions of Mr Ward, who was part of the Liberal government at the time planning laws were changed to give the Department and the Independent Planning Commission greater powers to ignore experts and councils.

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Help set the LGA’s long term vision Community consultation on the LGA’s next 10 year Community Strategic Plan (CSP) has begun, with an online survey as the first channel for engagement. Shaped by the community, the CSP identifies main priorities and aspirations, and must be reviewed for relevance after each election. “The Community Strategic Plan is the first major piece of work a newly elected council undertakes and it’s really important to get it right, as it sets the strategic agenda for the next four years,” said Kiama Council CEO Jane Stroud. “While it’s important for the document to be strategic, it’s also important for it

to be grounded in reality, so we are working on innovative ways for the community to be involved in developing the new CSP. “This information will be available via our website over the coming weeks. “For now, please take the time to do our online survey and have your say.” Achieving the vision relies on action not just from Council, but other organisations and individuals. Completing all sections of the survey will take around 45 minutes, but it is possible to select only areas of particular interest.

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Congratulations Rewilding takes off to the Class of 2021

The Class of 2021 across NSW has belated received their HSC and ATAR results, after two years of studying through the pandemic. Seven students from Kiama High are amongst the State’s Distinguished Achievers, receiving Band 6 in their results: • Emma Davison – Music 1 • Brooke Farnworth – Business Studies • Ella Johansson – Swedish Continuers • Claudia Koks – Business Studies and Legal Studies • Madison Mitrevska – Aboriginal Studies

• Emmily Shying – Modern History and Visual Arts • Tully Yates – Biology. “This year’s group has demonstrated resilience, flexibility and will surely overcome any obstacles put in their path if their conduct over the course of their senior schooling is any indication of their mettle!”, says Kiama High’s Principal Catherine Glover. Ahead of the HSC exams, the School offered its congratulations to the Year 12 students who were notified of their Early Admission offers for studying at the University

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of Wollongong in 2022. Of the 63 Kiama High students who applied, 40 received an offer to their first preference without needing to attend an interview. More are thought likely to have obtained Early Admission after their interview. Others have lined up jobs, apprenticeships, TAFE or study at other universities. “The trend data over many years consistently indicates that less than one per cent of our students leave school without a defined pathway,” says Ms Glover.

After the success of her Kiama Passport activity book, local graphic designer Melissa Mylchreest pitched the concept of a Rewilding Kids Australia mindful activity book to Melbourne publishers Hardie Grant, as a way for her to reach kids in every state and territory. The publishers leapt at the concept and the result is now on bookshop shelves around the country. While it is organised like a travel guide, it doesn’t require you to actually visit any of the places in order to complete the activities and learn about places, flora and fauna around Australia – from green turtles in the Great Barrier Reef, lyrebirds just up the road, Tassie Devils down south and quokkas from Western Australia. Melissa says that having Hardie Grant understand her vision “is a dream come true! It was a lot of hard work (six months of long days and some weekends), but it’s not really work when I’m doing what I love; creating educational and fun adventures to inspire curiosity in kids so they realise the benefits of being in nature. “Plus they get to travel Australia from their own backyard or bedroom!” Her philosophy is all about getting outside in nature, slowing down, opening our

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Housing Strategy gets Recognition for early community input WIRES volunteers

In line with Council’s increased emphasis on leveraging off the expertise that resides within the community, Council’s Manager Strategic Planning, Ed Paterson, is encouraging people to apply to join the Kiama Housing Strategy Steering Group. The aim of the Kiama Housing Strategy is to help plan for and balance housing supply and demand, including affordable housing opportunities, within the Kiama Municipality over the next 20 years. “This is the first time we’ve used the process of creating a steering group in the latest round of strategic planning projects, although we’ve had input from the community in other ways,” says Mr Paterson. “It is part of trying to get the community involved as early as possible, rather than just through the standard exhibition period. “What we are particularly interested in with this model is getting people with expertise on the subject matter involved.” Similar groups have already been utilised by Council in areas as diverse as tree management and finance. The Housing Strategy Steering Group will build on the work already done, including a community survey with responses from 150 people and workshops that attracted over 50 people in December, to produce a discussion paper and a Draft Housing Strategy. In addition to the survey and workshops, Council has appointed AEC Group to undertake a Kiama Housing Supply Feasibility Analysis to determine the capacity of existing urban land, given

current market trends and planning controls, for additional dwelling supply. The timing will be tight, with the Draft Strategy scheduled to go to the March or April Council Meeting. This will allow it to be formally exhibited and approved by the end of June. “We want to get multiple stakeholder groups involved so their voices are heard at the formative stage,” says Mr Paterson. In particular, people with backgrounds in property development, the provision of social/affordable housing, and economic development/ corporate business are being sought for the six member group; along with voices from the Aboriginal community and youth. Other factors to be taken into consideration when deciding on the make-up of the Group will include gender, geographic spread, community connectedness, and cultural and age diversity. Mr Paterson says it is important to get the development industry involved with the process to make sure that what is proposed in the Strategy is feasible in the market. “We can’t have policy positions and development controls that no-one can

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implement, or we won’t see the outcomes we want to achieve.” This includes the goal of providing affordable housing. “We need to take criticism by the Housing Trust of our affordable housing policy position seriously, and need providers of housing in those discussions.” The Steering Group will work with the Director of Environmental Services, Jessica Rippon and the Strategic Planning team. Councillors will not be on the Steering Group, being involved in the process in other ways. The first meeting will be held by mid-February to review the relevant information and data. Additional meetings will be held in February to facilitate the preparation of the Discussion Paper, which is expected to be published in late February. “It will be a busy first quarter of the year,” says Mr Paterson, who is confident the deadline will be met. All recommendations of the Steering Group will be published, and if they end up not being included in the draft Strategy, staff will provide the reasons they haven’t been taken up. Mr Paterson encourages people to keep in touch with what is happening with the development of the Housing Strategy by subscribing to its page on Council’s website. “We’ll soon be putting up the results of our survey soon, and you’ll get notified when this or any more information gets uploaded,” he says.

With over 20 volunteers from the Kiama area, WIRES Illawarra has received Kiama Council’s Australia Day Community Group of the Year award for 2022 for their efforts in rescuing and supporting native wildlife. “It was a real surprise to receive this,” says Heather Milroy, Chair of WIRES Illawarra, who lives in Kiama Downs. “We work tirelessly and the reward is in the successes that we have, but it’s still lovely to be recognised for what we do.” The award was given to the group of volunteers for their caring and rehabilitation work with native animals especially in the aftermath of the 2019/20 bushfires. “The Illawarra became an oasis for many native species after the bushfires, when animals and birds fleeing the fires came into our region,” says Heather. “While most animals have to go back to where they came from, in the case of these fires, this was difficult because there was no place to take them as it had all been burnt so badly. “Our branch was able to support other wildlife groups which lost rehabilitation facilities to enable the care of wildlife to continue. “This put an added burden on our carers but with support from other agencies to provide food, bedding, enclosures and other resources we coped.” More recently the Illawarra branch has been busy with rescuing birds, relocating Nominations close marsupials from urban areas Monday 31 January. Details at and dealing with mangy www.kiama.nsw.gov.au wombats around Jamberoo by finding the wombat bur-

Heather feeds chicks native figs rows and treating them at regular intervals. “Recent extreme weather conditions have caused roosting and nesting trees to fall, and flooding has affected People who for years have ground dwelling animals,” taken their dogs with them says Heather. to the various markets “Dealing with mangy throughout the LGA are wombats is one of our main soon to encounter signs programs. The disease can actually live in the burrow so telling them that it is not you have to work continuous- allowed. Council has written to ly as it is highly contagious market organisers to make and stress can really exacerclear that the parks where bate it like any disease. they are held are dog free “There has also been a areas, whether or not they lot of building development around Kiama and Jamberoo, are on a leash, and that dogs are only permitted to resulting in a lot more roadkill and us having to relocate be walked there on leash on designated footpaths. animals like kangaroos, There is also a prohiwallabies and wombats when they wander into urban bition on dogs within 10 metres of food preparation environments.” To find out more or volunteer areas in a public place, or with WIRES Illawarra, visit: any children’s play area. www.wires.org.au/branch/ Councillor Mark Croxford illawarra has queried the need for the To report an injured animal, ban with Council’s CEO.

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The Best in Exhibition Prize at the Kiama Art Society’s Annual Exhibition was won by Lilybeth Mayhew of Mt Keira, for her work, Coastal View. “It was wonderful to see the quality of work in this year’s exhibition, and rewarding to see so many local artists winning recognition for their hard work and talent,” says the Society’s President, Helen Pain. “Kiama Art Society thanks all of our artists for entering, and all of our generous sponsors for their ongoing and vital support, making this exhibition possible.” OVERALL PRIZE WINNERS • Best In Exhibition (sponsored by Kiama Leagues Club): Lilybeth Mayhew, Coastal View • 2nd Prize Overall (sponsored by Kiama Council): Greg Martin Vale, Morning Light - The Old Barber Shop • 3rd Prize Overall (sponsored by Illawarra Financial Group): Colin Harwood, Spring Creek 2 • KAS Member 4th Prize Overall (sponsored by Furniture One Kiama): Sandra Gray, Orange Waterfall A LAND OR SEA SCAPE • 1st (sponsored by Raine & Horne Real Estate): Sylvia Hawthorn, Colour-

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Nature’s Gift • 2nd (sponsored by Fern Street Gallery): Lilybeth Mayhew, Kaleidoscope of Wollongong • 3rd (sponsored by Greg Rodgers and Associates): Karen Crea, You Go Girl STILL LIFE • 1st (sponsored by Burnett’s on Barney): Lynda Fraser, Summer Harvest • 2nd (sponsored by Kiama Health Destination Pharmacy): John Johnston, The Table • 3rd (sponsored by Kiama Refrigeration and Air Conditioning): Kerry Brown, The Visitor FIGURATIVE/ PORTRAITURE • 1st (sponsored by Kiama

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Join the Junior Knights Kiama Junior Knights registrations are now open and thanks to the NSW Government’s Active Kids Rebate, all school-aged children can register and play this season for just $20. Kiama Junior Knights President Carl Middleton says the Committee was dedicated to creating an environment that kids and parents love being a part of. “Despite another COVID-19 affected season last year, we had achieved some great results both on and off the field,” he says. “Our whole Club registrations were up by almost 240 per cent compared to 2017, with more than 270 boys and 165 girls registered across 34 teams. “We also fielded two girls’ rugby league teams and are pleased to be able to offer these opportunities for our female players.” This year the Knights will be fielding teams in the Junior Rugby League which includes Under 6s to Under 16s (girls can play until Under 12s), Girls Rugby League for Under 14s and Under 16s and Girls League Tag for Under 8s, 10s, 12s, 13s, 14s, 15s and 16s. “We are delighted to be fielding the full complement of teams from Under 6s to Under 16s in both rugby league and league tag,” says Carl. “It has been some time since we had an Under 16s boys’ team and we are looking forward to seeing them taking the field this year.” To kick off the season, the Knights is hosting a free ‘come and try’ skills clinic on Monday 14 February at Black Beach Reserve from 4.30pm to 5.30pm for all new and existing players aged 5 to 12 years. “The session will be run by our local NSWRL Develop-

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ment Officers and will be a great chance for all children to try rugby league or league tag, and meet other Knights players, coaches and the Committee ahead of the 2022 season,” says Carl. “There will also be a separate session for our players aged 13 to 16 years, with more details to come.” To register your child with the Kiama Junior Knights, visit www.playrugbyleague.com and search for Kiama. Make sure you redeem your Active Kids Rebate voucher at the time of registration. For further information, contact registrar.juniorknights@ gmail.com

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Viet Nam veteran, author and freelance historian, Lieutenant Colonel Gary McKay, MC (Retired), is the new President of the Kiama-Jamberoo RSL Sub-branch with the former President Mongo Delamont staying on as Vice President. Originally a conscript, Gary was offered a commission in the Regular Army after his tour of duty. He commanded at platoon, rifle company and infantry battalion level and was awarded the Military Cross for gallantry while serving in Viet Nam, where he was also severely wounded in the last major action of the war in 1971. He has taught at the Jungle Training Centre, Duntroon and Fort Queenscliff.

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Swim school splashes back for 2022 Kiama Leisure Centre’s Swim School, Squads and Gymnastics classes kick off from 31 January. Swim School supervisor Brooklyn Palmer is ready to dive into another busy year, with 1,365 students aged from six months to 18 years attending the Leisure Centre for lessons on a weekly basis.

She says being part of the Swim School has given her another life skill: appreciating different learning styles. “Sometimes you have to take a step back and figure out what will work best for a particular student to help them progress.” The Swim School has a system of ‘continuous enrolment’ which means students are assessed on a rolling basis and can progress to the next level as soon as they’re ready, rather than having to wait for a new term. An online portal allows parents to view their child’s progress, although Brooklyn adds that most skills take time and practice. “One of the most enjoyable parts of the job is seeing the children learn different skills and move up the levels. Having been a swimmer myself, I love passing on that knowledge,” she says.

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“Swimming is a real life skill and it does take time to learn, but it’s so important. Especially in Kiama, where you’re so close to the beach and swimming pools, it’s vital for parents and children themselves to have confidence that they’ll be safe in and around water.” Brooklyn grew up in Canada where she swam up to the age of 16 at national level. She came to Australia to study and is in her fourth year doing law at Wollongong Uni.

And Brooklyn’s top tip for getting the most out of swim lessons? “Consistency – come to the lessons and practice, even if it’s at home in the bathtub!” If you want to enrol your child in swim lessons but you’re unsure of their ability, you can book a free, 15-minute assessment class by calling (02) 4232 1877 or emailing info@kiamalc.com.au For more information visit: www.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Leisure-Centre Online portal: https://kiamaleisurecentre. kiama.nsw.gov.au/

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Stage 1 of Berry’s $12 million Boongaree Park (formerly Berry District Park) – the Rotary Nature Play Park and Learn to Ride area – has opened in time for the last week of the school holidays. The Park, on North Street just south of the northern entrance into Berry, has slides,

swings, climbing nets, a flying fox and challenges for all ages; as well as accessible facilities. Future works include a new skate park and pump track (with construction commencing in 2022), a dog park and improvements to the sporting facilities, including addition-

Talk of an Australian Republic is back on the radar with the launch of a new voting process, the Australian Choice Model, as a replacement for the current system of the UK’s monarch automatically being Australia’s Head of State. The Australian Choice Model aims to unite Republicans who were split two decades ago at the referendum in 1999. Some wanted direct election of a head of state and others wanted that person to be chosen by Parliament. Laurie Patton from Jaspers al formal car parking for Brush, NSW regional convevisitors in accordance with nor for the Australian Repubthe Boongaree Master Plan. lic Movement (ARM) which All stages are expected to be developed this model, says completed by early 2023. there is still a lot of debate To date there has been to be had before it goes to a a $6.5 million investment referendum. from Council, the Federal At this early stage, among and State Government in the former Prime Ministers, project. Malcolm Turnbull is for the model while Paul Keating is against. “We want people to fully understand what is being proposed and to feel comfortable with the changes,” says Laurie. With the new model, With things not quite yet Laurie explains, each State, returning to normal, Council Territory and Federal parliahas cancelled its much loved ment will nominate worthy Secondhand Saturday event candidates, then from this again for March this year. field of candidates, most Bargain lovers will also importantly, every Australian miss out on the Up4Grabs will get to vote to choose the tent at the March Bulky Head of State for a five year Waste event. term. To reduce landfill, Council “Our Head of State will is hoping people will hold have no role in setting policy on to their recyclable/goodor passing laws. The Austraenough-for-second-hand lian Choice model ensures items until September when, their role is ceremonial in hopefully, the Secondhand nature, with limited defined Saturday and Up4Grabs at powers in order to safeguard the Bulky Waste events can and maintain constitutional go ahead. order – subject ultimately to the High Court.

Helping women to shine Secondhand Following several unavoidquer resentment and move Saturday able cancellations last year forward when you feel you the Shine Women Commit- have been badly treated,” cancelled tee (Kiama) are pleased to says Kathy. advise that there are two upcoming events scheduled for Term 1, including their popular and effective eight week course. “The Shine Women course will again appeal to many women in various roles at work, home or family situations,” says Committee Member Kathy Grigg. “The aim is to support and improve the mental wellbeing of all women in our Community.” In addition, a free seminar on Dealing with Resentment is being held in March. “This seminar will give tips on learning how to con-

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“Apart from replacing the King or Queen of England as our Head of State, the ARM’s Australian Choice Model leaves everything else in place. We will still have a Westminster system with all its safeguards developed over centuries. “The Head of State will act on the advice of the government of the day in all but limited circumstances. They cannot dismiss a prime minister who enjoys the support of a majority in the House of Representatives. “I’m old enough to remember the sacking of the Whitlam Government in 1975. Of course, years later we learnt that Prince Charles had secretly supported [former Governor General Sir John] Kerr’s actions. “We can’t risk another constitutional crisis like that. It divided the country and it took decades to heal.” Support for a Republic is strong enough to gain formal approval in the biggest states, according to a recent survey commissioned by the Sydney Morning Herald, with 56 per cent backing the idea in NSW, 54 per cent in Victoria and 52 per cent in

Queensland. At the launch of this new model, ARM Chair Peter FitzSimons said: “We are 250 years in and it’s time to run our own show. “How differently would we look at Argentina if we thought that every time they passed a law it had to be signed off by the Spanish Royal Family. Really? In the 21st Century? “We needed a new model for a new century and one to put before the five million voting Australians who were too young or not even born before the last referendum. “I love William and Kate, I love the Queen. People can be enthusiastic for the Royal Family – this is not disrespect. “Whether we do it before or after the Queen passes away, we need a model ready to go. And this is a model ready to go that has the finest legal minds in the country behind it.” For details of the Australian Choice Model, see www.republic.org.au/policy

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Local family on The Voice Local country singer and songwriter Kevin Sullivan and his kids KJ and Cha-Cha will be performing with some of Australia’s most talented families on Channel 7’s new show, The Voice Generations. In a twist on the usual format of the cult TV series, The Voice Generations teams family groups, groups of friends and even teacher and student to show how music connects generations. The coaches are regulars Keith Urban, Rita Ora, Guy Sebastian and Jessica Mauboy. Kevin says he heard about auditions for the show last year while his family was on the ‘Sulli-Van’ tour around Australia. “My wife Belinda and I heard about it while we were in Darwin. We were eight months into our tour. Initially I questioned whether we would be able to do it because we were fulltime musicians on the road with 38,000km and 110 shows. I didn’t know whether it would work on our timeline.” But the production team worked with the Sullivans and Kevin says they were great to deal with. “You often hear horror stories about TV shows. But they were really mindful that we were committed to our tour playing music and they worked around us. “The fact that our kids had

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already sung with me on 110 shows really put us in good stead to go on the program. “We had been doing shows to hundreds or thousands of people – we played at a casino in Cairns, in Kakadu, at roadhouses and at festivals. “The kids sang at every show. They do a couple of covers each – Cha Cha does Dolly and KJ does Elvis and Keith Urban. Then they harmonize with me on my originals.” Kevin says that at a festival in Western Australia with a crowd of 2,000, he and his family received a standing ovation which the festival promotor said was unheard of. “We had done a lot of work and I think the kids were in the groove. “But performing in the studio was really amazing. It was pretty daunting to be in front of the cameras, the judges, the people. “The screaming crowd in the studio was almost deafening when you are trying to hear the band, trying to hit your mark. “But I was very, very proud of the kids. It was a huge thing and it was a wonderful experience.” Kevin and Belinda’s youngest son, Jet who is six, didn’t compete on the show, but regularly plays harmonica on the 1965 classis, The Eve of Destruction.

to do in the school holidays has been unreal for the kids.” Graduating rowers will get the chance to continue on as part of the Club and row in competitions later in the year. “If they love the academy, they can continue on into a proper crew but if they decide it’s not for them then we will try and channel them into other parts of the Surf Club,” says Beck. “The primary aim now is to get these kids to love it, get their Bronze Medallion and for the kids that are old enough, we are aiming to get them to compete in a local carnival.” The Club is planning to run the academy every summer from now on, so any keen kids will get the chance to give it a go.

Kiama Surf Life Saving Club’s inaugural surf boat academy was such a success there are plans to run it again next year. “The academy is a concept that I developed with a friend of mine when I was living in Sydney about 18 months ago and we noticed that all surf clubs were struggling with younger members patrolling the beaches and low surf boat numbers,” says KSLSC’s Beck Hamilton. “We decided surf boats were the solution and rather than throw the kids into a full-on training drill, we thought giving them ‘a try before you buy’ course would be something really exciting for them.” The course was held over the summer holidays and was open to kids aged 14-19 from the entire community whether they were a part of a surf club or not. Thirteen kids – from Kiama, Kiama Downs, Port Kembla and Shellharbour – joined up which made it possible to have three full surf boats. “We are using surf boats as the mechanic to bring people together to try a new sport that’s incredibly challenging,” says Beck. “Having something like this

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Kevin’s other two daughters, Alexandra 29 and Emily 30, will be glued to the TV when the show comes on. When they were growing up, their dad was a forensic crime scene policeman. “The older girls are really happy that I’m chasing my musical dream. It’s never too late to chase your dream.” Last year, while Kevin and his family toured they were mindful of others in lockdown and dealing with COVID. “We would post things

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wherever we went and people would message us all around Australia to say keep posting because we are living through you guys. “We really had a great adventure and The Voice just topped it off and was an amazing opportunity.” Monday January 31 is the first night of the Blind Auditions, which launch the week long competition. How many chairs will the Sullivans turn?

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I am very much aware of the significance that the role of mayor carries with it, so I am conscious of the crucial need to relate to the community, make myself accessible and create an environment where all of our councillors feel comfortable to do the same. My civic journey stated about 15 years or so ago, I had the privilege to help out with Meals on Wheels. It was only a couple of hours a fortnight, but I got to see some of the magnificent wisdom and skill that resided in the minds, behind closed doors in our community. I delivered frozen meals, and that was a metaphor for what I saw. Sports people, writers, doctors, actors, artists, butchers and farmers shared their ideas that were frozen in their mind until

they were warmed up with magic ingredient of interest, and out they poured! That was the inciting experience that made me want to represent the Kiama community as a councillor. I had qualifications in Marketing, International Relations and served with the Australian Defence Force (ADF), but I consider my real skill was, and is, curiosity. I am interested in why things are the way they are, can they be improved and what might be the consequences of change? I reckon that there is a load of great ideas, wisdom and support in our community. As a councillor, and now as a mayor, I want to use that curiosity to unlock the power of the community to help us all. As far as the mayoral role goes, I believe that in life and in the council chamber, you can’t achieve anything worthwhile alone. I want to create an elected Council that believes we should all be our best selves and work together to achieve good outcomes for the community. Being a good councillor is

not just about our opinion or stance on an issue. It is about attributes, characteristics and qualities that contribute to the short-term and long-term wellbeing of the community – now and into the future. I believe there are a number of attributes a mayor should have: the ability to build relationships and be a team player, emotional maturity, approachability, critical thinking skills and a willingness to listen. I will work hard to achieve those attributes. With all this in mind, I plan to make myself directly available to hear from and speak to you, the Kiama community, throughout my term as mayor. I will let you know when I’ll be holding these open-discussion sessions via the Kiama Council website and Kimunico e-newsletter. In the meantime, you can contact me via phone or email or, once it is COVIDsafe to do so, make an appointment to come and speak to me in person.

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Health checks target men With many men notorious for not finding time to see their GP for check-ups, the Rotary Club of Kiama is urging them to take up free Men’s Health Checks when they are on offer in early February. As part of an initiative developed by Rotary NSW to ensure men are receiving health screening, a purpose built Men’s Health Education Rural Van (MHERV) has been visiting rural centres since 2008. This is the second time it has come to Kiama. The free service will see a registered nurse screening for blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes as well as having discussions about any health issues of concern. This service is offered in a relaxed, confidential and informal setting under COVID safe guidelines, in the privacy of the consulting rooms within the van.

Whilst the program is targeted at men, women are also welcome to take advantage of a free screening. “Just a 10 minute investment in time can save your life or the life of someone you love,” says Kiama Rotary President Trevor Phillis. “Why not take the opportunity for a quick non-invasive check up?” MHERV is a Rotary Clubs of NSW initiative which is also generously supported

by The Royal Freemasons’ Benevolent Institution, who have provided funds for the registered nurse. The Rotary Club of Kiama will be providing administrative and logistical support, as well as accommodation for the nurse whilst he is in Kiama.

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As part of a Federal Parliamentary Inquiry into Australia’s regional newspapers, an online survey is seeking views on how Australians’ living in regional, rural or remote areas access news In launching the survey, the Chair of the House of Representatives Standing Committee on Communications and the Arts, Dr Anne Webster MP, said, “Over the past ten years news outlets in rural, regional and remote communities have closed their doors which has resulted in a substantial reduction of articles covering local issues. “It is important that we listen to our communities about what’s important to them. “I encourage anyone who lives in Australia’s regional, rural or remote areas to participate in the online survey.” The survey is open until 11 February 2022 and takes less than 10 minutes to complete. Along with other local newspapers and their industry associations, The Bugle will be making a submission to the Inquiry.

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Let us introduce you to Good Librations, a new podcast created by two of our local librarians. Carla James, of Kiama Library, and Lauren Watkins, of the new Gerringong branch, are keen to take you down a literary rabbit hole each month, discussing poetry, writing, libraries, film – even surprisingly popular niche genres such as foodpun murder mysteries. “We are both really passionate and opinionated about stories. We have plans in place to cover topics such as your top five books – like your Desert Island Discs – and welcome your feedback on topic suggestions,” says Carla. “We love being challenged, so if you disagree with something we say, please contact us. “We are really enjoying making the podcast. “It’s about storytelling on every level. I’m hoping at some point we will get further into oral stories and histories.” In the first episode, they review two dystopias, The Bone Season by Samantha Shannon and Illuminae by Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff, which has been optioned for development by Brad Pitt. The podcasts are being delivered monthly and last 45 minutes.

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Show stalwarts recognised The opening of the 174th Kiama Show saw four long time Show Society members recognised at a state level for their extraordinary efforts. Bob and Annette Young and Betty Chittick were presented with the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW Medal for Outstanding Contribution to a Show Society. Along with John Downes, Bob Young also received the Agricultural Societies Council of NSW Plaque for 50 years’ service on the Kiama Show Committee. After a two year break caused by the fires and the pandemic, Kiama Show organisers were able to deliver a successful 2022 Show with locals and visitors attending over two days to see showjumping, cattle and horse events and woodchopping, as well as local entertainment and activities at Kiama Showground. “It was so lovely to see everyone at the show having such a wonderful time, smiling and laughing,” says Show Secretary Jen Hampshire. “The entire committee was focused on delivering a great

Front row: Annette and Bob Young, John Downes, and Ray and Dulcie Piper Back row: Jessica Neale (Sydney Royal 2021 Showgirl), President Neil McLaren, Michael Brennan and Greg Chittick (who accepted the award on Betty’s behalf) Photo: Diana McLaren

community event after all the challenges of the past two years. “Judging by the feedback we have received, everyone was very happy to be back at the Show.” The 2022 Kiama Show saw the introduction of a number of new events, including the Farm Fit Challenge which was a hit with the crowds as they watched teams of four compete against each other

in a range of farm-related activities including rolling a hay bale, carrying a bag of chook food and flipping a tractor tyre. “I’m not sure who was enjoying it more, those competing or the crowd cheering them on,” Jen said. The winners were a team from SJ Marsh Builders. The Show concluded with the first fireworks display in Kiama since the eve of 2020.

Young Woman of the Year Jamberoo’s Erin Weir is the 2022 Kiama Show Young Women of The Year, formerly known as Kiama Showgirl. The 20 year old has just completed a four-year apprenticeship as a plant mechanic, and works for South Coast Equipment at the mines in Appin. “I entered to keep the tradition going but to also interest and intrigue others of my generation to be part of it when they get the chance,” says Erin. She’s pleased with the name change. “I think it’s more fitting to be a Young Women of The Year and not a Showgirl, as it sounds less like a beauty pageant. I’m really proud to have been chosen as the first one.” The award was presented to her by Jessica Neale, the 2020 The Land Sydney Royal Showgirl (that name is changing this year too).

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Bryan and Margot Fuller from Jamberoo

Nano, Marina, Luciana and Martin from J’beroo & Kangaroo Valley

Tariq and Koda Poole’s dog, Malcom, won the Best Trick category

Christine, Cooper and Jordan Beavis with Bev Carter from Nowra

Lachie, Charlotte and Beth Coy from Sydney

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Lucas, Jules and Katie Welsh

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The Australasian College of Behavioural Optometrists (ACBO) has released the below guidelines for time spent on computer, phone and tablets. This is based on studies which have shown that excessive screen time is associated with risk of myopia, eyestrain, headaches, blurry vision, dry eyes, as well as neck and shoulder pain. This is a really difficult area of parenting. I know lots of parents who enjoy the peace that screen time buys from young children, as well as many who are deeply concerned about the amount of time older children spend. For more info, and a list of references used, please go to acbo.org.au 0-2 years None, except parent supported Face Time or Skype. 2-5 years 1 hour per day or less. Should be age appropriate, educational, co viewed with parent and discussed to provide context for the child. Excessive screen time under 5yo may cause delays in development, cognitive delays and poorer academic performance 5-18 years 2 hours per day or less. Ideally recreational screen time should be limited. I will outline other screen time tips in my next article. In the meanwhile, if you have concerns for your children’s vision then feel free to give us a call to make an appointment or visit eyeq.com.au to book online.

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POSTCARD HOME He said that a kiss is good luck, when we paused by a docile llama on the Machu Picchu trail. The guide had wonderful stories and enjoyed a little joke, so he looked rather pleased when I stepped up close. He laughingly shared to the group, as we sat around that evening, that llamas are notoriously bad tempered and that I was indeed lucky the animal was not provoked. Trekking to Machu Picchu was one of my dream activities, if we were ever fortunate enough to get to Peru, and our 2018 travels in Chile, Bolivia and Peru were planned around this four day Inca trail. I am remembering that intense period of research in the months leading up to actually booking all the elements of a big overseas trip. The hope that your accommodation is as good as it looks online, your flights work out and you have chosen the right trekking company, or tour or options out of all that is available. Time to acclimatise to elevation was also something we had to factor into the

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February is Heart Awareness Month

In addition to encouraging people to wear red on Valentine’s Day and donate throughout REDFEB, Heart Research Australia is promoting new resources that highlight the differences in heart disease symptoms, prevention and management for both men and women. The new resources include two educational videos and a free wallet card outlining the different signs and symptoms, plus a ‘Heart Attack Action Plan’ should the situation arise. “The new resources are free, but any financial support towards our life saving research will be gratefully received,” says Nicci Dent, scheduling of our trip of a focus on the Incan Empire the uneven path and steps CEO of Heart Research lifetime. and Spanish conquest. in the darkness, conscious Australia. I remember arriving at La The trek through the of not wanting to miss this “The simple fact is that Paz airport, Bolivia (elevation mountains with local porters experience. 4000m), and being genuinely and guides, gave us a brief Seeing Machu Picchu at the research saves lives, which is why Heart Research surprised at the feeling of a window into the stories and end with the sun, silent and racing heart rate and inability lives of Peruvian people then serene, gave me those shivers Australia funds world-class and emerging researchers to take a deep breath, as we and now. you feel when witnessing to conduct ground-breaking walked to the taxi. On the final morning, it felt the majesty of nature and research into the prevention, Time in Bolivia ensured like we were up with only a humanity. diagnosis and treatment of that this couple of sea level few hours’ sleep, as our guide Our guide was right. Kissdwellers were quite accuswas also incredibly competi- ing the llama was good luck! heart disease.” Last year, local brothers tomed once we arrived in tive and wanted us to be first Leanne Webster, Kiama Michael, Ben and Tom WilCusco, Peru. of all the groups to the Sun If you’d like to share your liams (above) got their hair Cusco’s terrific museums, Gate to see sunrise over the travel story, send your permed and dyed red in supruins, walking tours and ruins. postcard to: news@ port of REDFEB in memory buildings introduced us to I was loving my hiking thebuglenewspaper.com.au of their father Darren. the history of Peru, with a poles as we hurried along

“In April 2019, we lost our Dad to heart disease after he had a sudden heart attack,” says Michael. “He was pretty fit and healthy and he had no warning signs. “It was a freak heart attack, so we thought we’d raise awareness and get people talking about heart disease and getting checked even when they don’t think they have a problem.” The brothers raised over $13,000 for Heart Research Australia, with their Mum Kim also going red after they reached their initial goal. “The original goal was a few thousand dollars but we hit that early on and it kept going and going,” says Michael. For more information on REDFEB and the free resources, and to donate, please visit: www.heartresearch.com.au by Jack Wallner

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