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Big festival vision for Bombo Quarry A vision to include a dedicated major festival and events facility as part of the Bombo Quarry redevelopment is gaining momentum, with the establishment of the Kiama Epicentre Association. “We are currently conducting tours that show people the potential of the land and have had discussions with the Council and the landowners about why putting land aside for the Epicentre is worthwhile,” says one of the drivers of the project, Peter O’Neill. “Most of the councillors and senior staff have already had a look at the site. Both the Federal and State members have also been on a tour and are very supportive and will look at grants for us further down the track.” The whole 114 hectare Bombo quarry site is largely owned by Boral and Transport for NSW, with a small amount owned by Cleary Brothers and some roads owned by Council. “We are talking to Boral and Transport for NSW now, because they are currently developing a master plan for the filling of the quarry and the quality of the fill and the amount of fill will determine what can be developed on the site The fill process alone will take 5-8 years,” says Peter. “At the moment the com-

missioned reports are mainly looking at a combination of residential, industrial and commercial land for the redeveloped quarry. “We think there are compelling reasons why the Epicentre should be part of the mix for the masterplan. “This is the time to raise the idea, while the elements are still being decided, rather than be allowed to comment once there are completed plans.” A 19 ha parcel has been identified for the Epicentre site, with a mixture of quarried land, forest and farmland. The land in question hugs the side of the highway, half a km to the west of the roundabout entrance to the State Rail Quarry. It is bounded by an unformed section of Panama Street. It includes a disused quarry area, where it is envisaged the main festival area (large enough for 5000 festival goers) and parking will be located, and untouched bushland which would be used for camping and smaller venues. For ten years, Peter and other members of the Illawarra Folk Club have been championing the need for a dedicated home for major festivals and events in the Illawarra.

Peter O’Neill and Judy Cork of the Illawarra Folk Club with Mark Greaves, the new president of the Kiama Central Precinct. The land identified for the festival and events facility is through the wooded area on the left.

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Many involved with, or affect- have three parts: ed by, the holiday house rental • Code of conduct: outlines industry believe the new responsibilities to guests, Short-Term Rental Accommproperty owners and holiodation (STRA) code to start day rental agents December 18 will be ineffec- • Exclusion Register: those tual, at least in its early days. caught breaking the code After years of planning, the will be reported to a propNSW Department of Fair erty agent or the police Trading recently announced who will then forward continued on page 6 that their new policy would the complaint to Fair

Trading. Fair Trading will the code. investigate. A ‘two strikes • Premises Register: the and you’re out’ policy Department of Planning, means anyone breaching Industry and Environment the code can be banned is developing a governmentfrom holiday rental for five run premises register and years. There will also be state environment planon-the-spot fines starting ning policy for STRA to at $550 and rising to come into effect midway several thousand dollars through 2021. continued on p4 for serious breaches of

WHAT’S ON Kiama Farmers’ Market Every Wednesday Surf Beach, 3-6pm

Don’t Pop Over To My Place: Art In Isolation Exhibition til 28 November Art Bar Kiama

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Gerringong Rotary Markets

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Saturday 21 November Around Gerringong Town Hall, 8.30-1.30pm

Saturday 28 November Black Beach, 9-2pm

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Izabella Venter says she feels like everything she has done Jamberoo Village Market in her life has led Sunday 29 November up to the opening Reid Park, 8-1pm of her Terra Gallery on Terralong St. “I’ve spent the last Kiama Christmas Market three years promotSaturday 13 December ing my sister’s work, Black Beach, 9-3pm using my skills in photography, events Jamberoo Village management and social media. Twilight Markets “She (Karolina Friday, 18 December Venter) has lived Reid Park, 3-6pm here for some time, and when I came down to visit and saw this shop was available I thought – now is the time to open the gallery I’ve always wanted.” Izabella says they had a very artistic upbringing in Hungary, and she is keen to bring that vibrancy and life to Kiama. “I have the passion and skills to promote the gallery and its artists,” she says.

“I want to keep it ever changing, so people will always want to pop in to see something new.” She’s planning frequent events, competitions and classes for all levels. The opening exibitors include Ken Tucker, Auguste Blackman, Carole Massey,

Robyn Sharpe, Gary Laird and Kathy Karas. “I’m so happy with the reception we have had from artists and the public,” says Izabella.

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Mayor Mark Honey is asking local residents, businesses and other organisations to donate to the Mayor’s Giving Tree Appeal. The Mayor says being charitable was especially important for this Christmas. “Support for the Mayor’s Giving Tree from our community has always been strong and enthusiastic, allowing families doing it tough to fully celebrate Christmas. “This Christmas, there’ll be even more families than usual finding it hard to afford gifts for the Christmas tree or stockings, so I ask people who can help to please do so.” The Giving Trees are situated in the foyer of the Council’s administration building on Manning Street, as well as in the Kiama Library. Gifts are welcome for children up to 14 years. Distribution to local children will then be made in time for Christmas. Council is asking for the gifts to not be wrapped as they need to be sorted into age groups before being distributed.

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Jamberoo Mt Rd to be open by Christmas Work has started on the construction of a new retaining wall on Jamberoo Mountain Roa following the awarding of a $ 530,000 tender. The road is scheduled to be open by Christmas. The road was severely damaged by flooding and a landslip in July, following heavy rainfall, which was declared a natural disaster. “Having the flooding event that caused the landslip declared a natural disaster means most of the cost of the repairs will be covered by the Australian Government’s Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements,” says Council’s Director Engineering and Works, Mike Dowd. “The remaining costs will be covered by the NSW Government thanks to our annual Regional Road Block Grant. GC Civil Contracting P/L had been given the job of building the new retaining wall, as well as stormwater drainage, before reinstating the road. “They have experience with similar projects, with a good understanding of the challenges of the work, in terms of the difficulty of the location such as the steepness of the terrain,” says Mr Dowd. “I’m pleased that the firm is confident of having the work complete before Christmas, weather permitting, which was Council’s commitment to our community.” Mr Dowd has thanked the people who rely on Jamberoo Mountain Road for

their patience. “I understand having the road closed has been a major challenge for local residents and businesses, as well as the many visitors and other motorists who rely on it as a route between the Highlands and the South Coast. “Unless you visit the site of the landslip, it is difficult to appreciate the sheer extent of the damage, and the size of the job to repair the road.” Mr Dowd says the new retaining wall, significantly larger than its predecessor, was the result of extensive geotechnical investigations and hydrological assessments of the site. “This new design also takes into account the increasing likelihood of severe weather events such as that experienced. “What is being constructed is an 18m continuous pile wall, with 600mm diameter reinforced concrete piles socketed into bedrock and tied to concrete anchors.” The adjacent stormwater drainage upgrade will see a larger 1200mm culvert installed, again to better manage severe weather events. “Thanks to the advice, planning and other help from NSW Public Works Advisory, we were able to get initial assessments and survey work done quickly,” says Mr Dowd. “They also were able to enable Council to expedite the process of getting a new design for the retaining wall, and securing GC Civil to do the repairs.”

Kiama to host leg of pro surfing Tour Australia’s best men and women surfers will be taking to Kiama’s beaches to compete in the fourth leg of the Australian Open of Surfing. The Australian Open is a new nationwide tour organised by Surfing Australia after the cancellation of many surf events this year due to COVID-19. It was set up to provide our professional and upcoming surfers with the opportunity to win prize money, climb the rankings and set themselves up for 2021. There won’t be the usual festival feel at this event as it must run with strict Coronavirus regulations outlined by the NSW Government and Council protocols. However, there are some great socially distanced vantage points for spectators to watch from around the beaches as well as basic structures to be set up by Surfing NSW. Local surfers to keep an eye on in this event include Holly Wishart from Gerringong, Lennix Smith from Shellharbour and Gerroa’s Dean Bowen. “The South Coast has an extremely deep talent pool when it comes to surfers and it’s one of those areas that constantly delivers wavewise.” says Surfing NSW’s Media Manager, Ethan Smith “It creates the perfect method and recipe for a good event. That’s what we are really hoping and pulling for.” Professional surfer and 2009 Junior World Title winner, Dean Bowen is keen to get back into competitive surfing in preparation for next year’s events. “I feel good, it’s the first time I have felt like I have

had no pressure on myself and have been able to enjoy my surfing.” He won the Burra Bash last year and then went on to come 2nd and 3rd in two WQS-3000 events. “Hopefully we get some good waves and we can put on a show,” says Dean. Thirty two men and 18 women will compete, with the event schedule and seedings will be released on the Friday before the contest. Over the weekend the surfers will battle it out in twenty minute, four-person heats. Contest winners in both rounds will each receive $1500 in prize money, with $900 for second place, $600 for third place and $500 for fourth. There are three more events to follow after Kiama, with the next in Coffs Harbour.

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Senior tourism manager resigns The local tourism industry has been surprised by the unexpected resignation of Karen Ronning, after three years as Destination Kiama’s Tourism & Events Manager. Since her appointment, Ms Ronning has been acknowledged as a high achiever. “She has taken the professionalism and management of tourism in our area to a new level,” says an industry figure, who didn’t want to be named. Her many achievements include devising the Tourism Opportunity Plan, increasing membership, attracting large events (including L’Etape) to town, updating systems and attracting strong media

coverage, particularly in this year’s recovery period. Ms Ronning came to the role with a wealth of experience, largely in Queensland and South Australia. It is understood that Megan Hutchison is acting in the position. Council was approached for comment.

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These houses should have fire blankets, fire alarms, but who controls compliance? “Everyone has let us down,” he says. “We are just residents.” Craig McIntosh runs the Holidays Collection which manages holiday rental properties along the South Coast and in the Southern Highlands. He says, “The new code of conduct will definitely affect the sector, hopefully for the better. “We will use it as a catalyst to get much tougher on guests and to formalise a lot of what we are already doing. As a company we are going to have a fresh look at our procedures to not only comply with the Code, but always do what we can to drive problematic guests down to zero. In truth, we want that as much as anyone. “Dealing with difficult guests and the spill over of their behaviour onto neighbours is a very unpleasant experience. I want the Holidays Collection to become known for NOT having problematic guests.” Another local holiday rental management expert believes that the changes will be useless and that the real issues have not been addressed. “It’s unfair that holiday home owners can be fined for their guests actions – the guests should be accountable for their own actions. “The bigger issue is that a home owner next door to a holiday rental can carry on disturbing neighbours, partying all night if they like, and not cop any sort of fine from council because their home isn’t used for holiday rental. So I am not sure how that is fair. “Car parking is the exact same issue – the neighbours can have cars everywhere yet a holiday property owner gets a fine when his guests have visitors drop by. Where’s the logic here?” perrie@thebuglenewspaper. com.au Disclosure: Perrie is the former owner of South Coast Holidays, now part of the Holidays Collection.

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Draft regional plan now on exhibition The Department of Planning, Industry & Environment has put the draft Illawarra Shoalhaven Regional Plan 2041 (ISRP) on exhibition. The ISRP will guide strategic planning and land use decisions in the region for the next 20 years. According to the Department’s website, the draft updated Regional Plan builds on the existing plan in a number of ways, including: • strengthening Metro Wollongong as a connected, innovative and progressive city • growing Nowra and Shell-

harbour City Centres as regional cities; • developing a Green Grid network of connected open spaces • building more resilient communities to cope with the changing climate and natural hazards. Kiama Council’s Director Environmental Services Jessica Rippon says she is pleased with the draft. “We have been working closely with the Department on the elements of the draft plan relevant to our Municipality, as have all the Illawarra councils.

“The result is a document that closely aligns with the Kiama Local Strategic Planning Statement, and the community’s priorities. “The draft contains information about future housing and development for the region, with Bombo Quarry identified as a future option for Kiama. “It also focuses on a regional view, rather than setting housing targets, which is welcomed. “I encourage everyone with an interest to read the draft plan and provide your feedback to the Department of

Planning via their website.” Of note, in its discussion of the objective to supply housing in the right locations, the draft ISRP says: “Kiama is only likely to play a supporting role in regional housing supply and has a limited supply of new greenfield areas. Kiama Municipal Council has committed to developing a Local Housing Strategy and the NSW Government will work collaboratively with council so it can respond to changing housing needs in line with the community’s vision. “When developing local

housing strategies, councils will need to create urban growth boundaries to clearly identify where urban growth is acceptable and where it should be avoided. In the case of Kiama, the community has expressed a desire to meet the demands for new housing by increasing the supply available in existing areas and through the development of Bombo Quarry, rather than providing opportunities for housing expansion in other non-urban areas.” It also talks of developing “a shared vision for the future of Bombo Quarry in

collaboration with Kiama Municipal Council, landowners and the community”. Specific mention is also made of the proposed Kiama Arts and Cultural Precinct Development.

Have your say by 17 December. Three webinars are being held by the Department of Planning to explain aspects of the draft on: 16 November, 10.30-11.30am and 5.30-6.30pm 18 November, 2.30-3.30pm. The draft ISRP, registration for the above and other feedback opportunities are at www. planningportal.nsw.gov.au/ draft-ISRP

Community news Activity applications

Development applications

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Council received the following activity applications.

Council received the following development applications.

LOT: 1 DP: 1049544 93A Tingira Crescent, Kiama Install glass operable screens to existing deck

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LOT: 7 DP: 14188

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LOT: 51 DP: 29245 2 Charles Avenue, Minnamurra Enclosing existing carport and raise roof of left hand side garage

LOT: 1 DP: 794798

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LOT: 28 SP: 97826 28/128 Belinda Street, Gerringong Install a Luxaflex motorised Sunrain folding arm awning with wind sensor to eastern facing balcony glass doors

LOT: 317 DP: 703905 68 Barton Drive, Kiama Downs Demolition of laundry, garage and pool, alterations to garage and laundry and two-lot subdivision

149 Curramore Road, Curramore associated waste management system.

LOT: 1 DP: 1231430 4 Taylor Street, Kiama Additions and alterations to existing dwelling

Includes installation of septic tank and

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absorption trench as details on attached

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LOT: 201 DP: 1022563 16 Crooked River Road, Gerroa Primary and secondary dwellings, shed and driveway

LOT: 103 DP: 775356

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55 Williams Road, Saddleback Mountain

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LOT: 13 DP: 30126 26 South Kiama Drive, Kiama Heights Second storey addition to an existing dwelling

LOT: 201 DP: 1022563

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16 Crooked River Road, Gerroa Properties considered by Council to possibly

LOT: 6 SEC: 3 DP: 33901 11 Jerrara Avenue, Kiama Extension of kitchen out under eave

be detrimentally affected by any of the above

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applications will be contacted individually and under Chapter 2, Kiama Development Control

LOT: 9 DP: 31576 19 Riversdale Road, Jamberoo Alterations and additions to existing dwelling

Plan 2012. Further details on the making of

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7 Pacific Avenue, Werri Beach Flued wood burning heater bbq

Install a wc for intermittent yard use and

effluent manage review. Toilet is to be installed in existing annex.

Installation of a wood heater

Install solid fuel heater

advised of their submission opportunities

10.2020.204.1 LOT: 2 DP: 614662 72 Renfrew Road, Werri Beach Partial demolition of existing residence, proposed alterations and additions to existing residence. New pool and landscaping. Properties considered by Council to possibly be detrimentally affected by any of the above applications will be notified in accordance with Council’s notification policy contained in 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 and/or Complying Development Certificates are now granted. LOT: 1 DP: 796950 169 Willowvale Road, Willow Vale Secondary dwelling, ancillary equipment shed and associated earthworks

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10.2020.99.1 LOT: 78 DP: 200176 6 Fern Street, Gerringong Construction of garage and alterations to existing roof

LOT: 98 DP: 245502

LOT: 839 DP: 231591 10 Cliff Drive, Kiama Downs Alterations and additions to existing balcony, construction of new terrace and enclosed living area

28 Hillview Circuit, Kiama

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Installation of wood heater

LOT: 1 DP: 588521 9 South Kiama Drive, Kiama Heights

www.kiama.nsw.gov.au or by ringing 4232 0444 during normal office hours.

Activity approval Council has issued the following activity approval.

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This document is available free of charge for public inspection at our Administration Building, 11 Manning Street, Kiama during normal office hours.

LOT: 72 DP: 29242 128 Stafford Street, Gerroa Partial demolition of existing dwelling, alterations and additions to existing dwelling and construction of swimming pool

10.2020.133.1 LOT: 1 DP: 709501 30 McClelland Road, Foxground Animal shelters

10.2020.136.1 LOT: 10 DP: 31883 23 Saddleback Mountain Road, Kiama Alterations and additions to existing dwelling

10.2020.137.1 LOT: 24 DP: 30126 48 South Kiama Drive, Kiama Heights Addition to additions and alterations

10.2020.138.1 LOT: 50 DP: 261909 4 Byrne Place, Kiama Downs Demolition of existing decks and awning, alterations and additions to existing dwelling

10.2020.149.1 LOT: 1281 DP: 1119929 16 Love Street, Kiama Home business salon

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LOT: 2 SP: 93088 2/16 Hutchinson Street, Bombo Double storey dwelling

submissions can be found on Council’s website

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LOT: 907 DP: 236615 129 North Kiama Drive, Kiama Downs Demolition of existing dwelling These documents are available free of charge for public inspection at our Administration Building, 11 Manning Street, Kiama during normal office hours.

10.2020.100.1 LOT: 2 DP: 600623 12 Farmer Street, Kiama Alterations and additions to existing dwelling

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LOT: 20 DP: 735134 7 South Kiama Drive, Kiama Heights Childcare centre

LOT: 79 DP: 245502 66 Hillview Circuit, Kiama Dwelling additions and swimming pool

DA Tracker now available For details of the latest development applications received, and development consents granted, or to track a DA, scan the QR Code or visit https://da.kiama.nsw.gov.au/Home To scan download a QR Code Reader from the App Store or Google Play.

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: (02) 4232 0444 Website: www.kiama.nsw.gov.au

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the site. “It would be amazing to have a facility like this in our region,” says Balunn Jones. “There is so much potential.” A business case is being developed to support the proposal, and the Australian Festivals Association has agreed to support the Epicentre in discussions with NSW government agencies. “The first step in gaining support for the concept is the establishment of the Kiama Epicentre Association to manage the tasks, develop the objectives of the project and demonstrate the feasibility of a major festival and event site set within an environmentally sustainable area.” “We are looking for anyone that shares our vision for Bombo Quarry to join our Association,” says Peter. “While we would welcome anyone who shares our vision

and passion, we are also after assistance from a graphic designer for branding and a new logo, an IT person for a website and Facebook, a financial consultant for the business case, a drone operator, a photographer, an environmentalist, an editor, a proofreader, a fundraiser and a marketing person.” Anyone getting involved needs to understand the project will take some time, and that there are many challenges to be overcome. “Realistically the development and implementation of this project will take 10-15 years to be fully implemented and require formal engagement and approval from key stakeholders to investigate and promote the feasibility of progressing this further,” says Peter. When contacted by The Bugle, a spokesperson for Boral said, “Investigations into potential future opportunities for Boral’s land are at a very early stage. “Accordingly, we believe it is premature to be identifying any specific uses.”

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Leading musicians setting up base in Kiama Internationally renowned flautist Ana de la Vega and her German husband, violinist Daniel Roehn, are returning to Kiama in December to open a School of Flute and Violin. “After 15 years on the international stage, I can’t wait to get home,” says Ana. “Day-by-day corona cases escalate here in Germany.“Kiama feels like a paradise to us.” Ana started her career as a flautist in the Kiama Primary School band and has since risen to build a spectacular international career. She studied ﬂute at the University of Sydney before continuing her studies at the Conservatoire Supérieur de Paris under the tutelage of Raymond Guiot and Catherine Cantin, drawing inspiration from the famed French School of flute playing. Her debut recording featuring Mozart and Myslivecek flute convertos with the English Chamber Orchestra, released in June 2018, reached No 1 on Amazon’s Classical Best Sellers list (Germany) and was selected as Classic FM’s No 3 Best Albums of 2018. ARTE, the biggest cultural TV channel in the world, recently aired a 45-minute documentary called Ana de la Vega und die Flöte, which featured footage recorded when she was just a young girl living on the family farm in Kiama. In the 12 months before COVID, she made debut appearances at the Concertgebouw Amsterdam, Philharmonie Berlin, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Wigmore Hall & Cadogan Hall London, Essen Philharmonie and

Jamberoo Youth Hall Public Notice This Public Notice is to inform you that Joss Facility Management will be preforming remediation & refurbishment works on the Jamberoo Youth Hall located on Allowrie Street. Works will commence no earlier than the 30th November 2020 and will be completed no later than the 26th of March 2021, weather permitting. If you have any concerns or questions, feel free contact the numbers provided below Working hours: Monday to Friday – 7:00am to 5:30am Saturday (Only if required) 8:00am to 2:00pm Joss Contacts: Monday to Friday – 8am to 4pm: (02) 4230 6200 24-hour Contact: (02) 6051 1900

Munich Philharmonie Gasteig. Ana’s husband is the third generation of Germany’s most distinguished violin family, and has built a career as an international soloist. “We will start the Daniel Röhn & Ana de la Vega School of Flute and Violin in Kiama and Sydney when we return in December,” says Ana. “We have enrolled our daughter Lily in Kindergarten and Daniel is already teaching at the Australian National Academy of Music in Melbourne via Zoom.” Ana and Daniel will teach flute, violin and viola to students of all ages, with the

full range from beginners to professionals. Classes will begin in January. Ana will also run Introduction to Classical Music and Appreciation classes for adults; and Daniel is planning to give children’s Introduction to Classical Music classes. “We are keen to introduce as many young Australians, as well as adults, to the beauty of classical music so they can experience the joy of this music, either as a performer or listener, with them for life,” says Ana. On previous visits, Ana and Daniel have given performances at the Anglican Church

on Terralong St. She’s keen to continue the tradition. “We hope and intend to contribute to the musical life of Kiama,” she says. Excitingly, chamber music concerts of the highest level with colleagues from the Australian Chamber Orchestra and the Sydney Symphony Orchestra are currently being planned. Ana’s website is anadelavega. webflow.io and Daniel’s is www.danielroehn.com by perrie@ thebuglenewspaper.com.au

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SCHOLARSHIP WINS FOR LOCAL FARMERS

Michael wins Nuffield Scholarship Local sheep’s milk cheesemaker Michael Cains, of Pecora Dairy, has been won one of the prestigious Nuffield Australia Farming Scholarships for 2021. The $30,000 bursary, supported by the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW Foun-

dation, will enable him to, amongst other things, undertake a global study program to research the benefits of raw milk cheese production for the dairy industry, investigating best-practice approaches to production and looking at its position within the mature

cheese market. “Everyone who does one of these scholarships says it changes their lives, both professionally and personally,” says Michael. When circumstances allow, he plans to visit farms producing raw milk cheese in the UK, Europe, the US and Canada. “I want to look at how farmhouse cheesemakers around the world are bringing the best of their farm into their fantastic raw milk cheeses, so they reflect the whole season and environment. “I’ll be able to come back with a big cache of knowledge to help us and others fast track the development of cheeses like this in Australia.” He is also really looking

forward to being drawn into the strong Nuffield network of current scholars and alumni. “It is going to be a period full of learning and sharing with some amazing people.” “For 70 years, Nuffield Australia has remained committed to ensuring the delivery of high-quality and valuable scholarship programs that drive industry leadership, particularly through periods of adaptation and change,” said the CEO of Nuffield Australia, Jodie Redcliffe when the 20 scholarship winners were announced. “Scholars will gain access to world-wide and world-class producers, agribusinesses and research institutions to conduct

valuable research, that will drive change and innovation within Australia’s agricultural industries.” Michael and his wife Cressida have previously won a Delicious Awards scholarship to France; and earlier this year, Cressida won the

NSW Rural Women’s Award for 2020, with a $10,000 bursary to create Dairy Cocoon, an online platform and support network to help dairy farmers to create their own branded products and create a secure and profitable long term future.

Jamberoo flower farmer, Erica Downes, has achieved international recognition with the awarding to her of a scholarship from one of America’s largest floral businesses. “Flowers are a love letter to my town,” Erica wrote in her application. “I need to grow. I have ideas and endless enthusiasm; I need help to make them reality.” Erica’s passion resonated with New York Times bestselling author Erin Banzakein, one of America’s leading ‘farmer-florists’ who runs a huge flower-growing and training business in Washington State. Each year, Erin gives a small number of scholarships to a bunch of flower growers from around the world. Her six week course has been a game changer for many of these past growers. Erica is up for the challenge. She has built a thriving

flower business on the dairy farm she and husband Steven Downes, a fourth-generation dairy farmer, share with their three children in Jamberoo. Their farmhouse is surrounded by a sea of old roses. “I have followed Floretflowers.com for a few years now and watched how well Erin has grown her business. I’ve entered her scholarship competition each of the past three years, and still can’t believe I’ve won it!” While Erica doesn’t want to be really large scale, she does intend to extend her growing season to get more from her patch of land, streamline her processes, be more organized in her sowing schedule and further develop her floristry skills. “To have the weight and experience of the Floret workshop behind me would add professional gravity to what I am trying to present and achieve.

“Erin started the same as me, on her kitchen table, with children and only a small acreage.” The six-week course will include sales and marketing advice, details on how to take a small-scale business to high intensity production to help the grower become more efficient, more productive and more profitable. Plus there are Q&A sessions with Erin and Team Floret, networking with fellow grow-

ers around the world, and lifetime access to regularly updated course content. Erica was up against many applicants this year with winners coming from Botswana, Cambodia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Malta, Montenegro, Uruguay, Singapore, Tanzania... and Jamberoo.

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REAL ESTATE NEWS The latest real estate report for the Kiama Municipality

November’s home finance edition How to fund your coast & country dream home

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Great incentives for first-home buyers - Page 2 ‘Bank of Mum & Dad’ and Deposit Bonds - Page 2

Latest Statistics for the Kiama Region - Page 3 Our Current Listings for Sale - Page 4

Regional markets soar in Covid-19 comeback

Auction numbers and clearance rates are up

We deal with a broad range Terry Digger of people in our real estate Managing Partner business. From sellers to First National Coast & Country buyers, renters to landlords and holiday makers of all kinds.

Real estate research firm Jason Stalgis CoreLogic reports signifiManaging Partner First National Coast & Country cantly increased auction volumes with the highest preliminary clearance rate since March.

Strong growth in regional centres contrast with softening in capital city markets

The people we talk to have confidence in both the success of our country’s response to the Covid emergency and in the economy generally. This is particularly true in near-metropolitan centres like our Kiama region.

We have appointed Cooleys Auctions as our auctioneers

CoreLogic reported that “1,757 homes taken to auction across the combined capital cities this week, up from 1,427 over the previous week and 1,555 this time last year.”

When I look into the sales data across the state, regional centres are doing really well. We have a surge in listing numbers, even though the amount of housing stock on the market is still below demand by a significant amount. Over the past couple of years we have seen steady enquiries from people seeking a better lifestyle with an improved work-life balance here on the coast and in the countryside. Covid has amplified that. Some figures I saw from the Australian Bureau of Statistics show there are quarterly net outflows of people from Sydney, not inflows. This is the reason our local property market is so strong. We are available to discuss your real estate questions and needs in our Kiama and Gerringong offices.

Clearance rates were reported to be 77%, which is in line with our experience in the Kiama region. First National Coast and Country recently appointed the highly respected Cooleys Auctions as our auctioneers. Cooleys is one of the largest independent auction houses and has held over 6,000 auctions this year. They have a 20% market share in Sydney. We have found that they have a vibrant young team who know how to create an positive, enthusiastic and comfortable auction environment, which engages buyers and produces results that pleases vendors with the outcomes achieved.

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Great incentives for first-home buyers

Why are more than 59% of home loans secured through mortgage brokers?

BUT MAKE SURE YOU ARE PROPERLY PREPARED The Australian Bureau of Statistics reports that first home buyers are now 34.5% of all home loan application, a staggering rise over the past 12 months in a housing market that used to be dominated by investors. Benchmark interest rates are nearly zero, and the effects of this is finding its way to mortgages. The Australian Reserve Bank is indicating that such low rates look likely to be locked in for the next three years at least. So not only is the cost of borrowing approaching historic lows, the state and federal governments are also trying to stimulate the economy and using first-home buyer incentives as a sure-fire way of doing it. Let’s look at what is on offer for suitably qualified firsthome buyers, and then importantly, what preparations they need to make to secure a home loan.. The First Home Loan Deposit Scheme This federal government scheme allows for reduced deposits without paying lenders mortgage insurance. The HomeBuilder Grant This is a $25,000 tax-free grant for eligible owner-occupiers (including first home buyers) to build or renovate a home. First Home Super Saver Scheme This allows first-home buyers to save their deposit with-

Older Australians still favour negotiating home finance directly with one of the big banks or seconday lenders.

in their super with full super concessional tax treatment. $10,000 First Home Owners Grant This is from the NSW state government for a new home. Full transfer (stamp) duty for first-home buyers This is a full concession from the NSW government up to $650,000 and a partial concession up to $800,000. No stamp-duty on vacant land valued at less than $350,000. ARE YOU PREPARED FOR A HOME LOAN APPROVAL? Do you have a plan in place to save for and purchase your first home? Have you a specific bank account for

However, younger - internet savvy - borrowers are increasingly going online to get advice on the best home loan deal for their circumstances. They like to test the market and are increasingly using mortgage brokers to get insider knowledge of lenders policies. Director of Mortgage Smart Home Loans, Ashley Churchill said that there are advantages to using a mortgage or finance broker, and that the reason is simple. “It’s choice. We have hundreds of loans to choose from with many lenders. We take the time to listen to the clients and customize a solution to fit the client’s needs from the 64 different lenders they we accredited with.” There is often concern with comparison services, that the customer is recommended a product that benefits the broker and not the customer.

you your home-loan savings. Do you know the metrics a lender will use to see if you qualify for their home loans? If not, seek immediate advice from your financial advisor and then, get started right now. This is a great time for first-home buyers so you should ‘Carpe Diem’ (seize the day and start now!)

“New Government regulations of Best Interest Duty mean a broker has to act in the best interest of the client when providing advice,” responded Ashley Churchill. “Unfortunately, going direct to the bank does not give you that same assurance.” Ashley Churchill - Mortgage Smart Home Loans | 0423043998

Should you access the ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’ What are Deposit Bonds Property prices have surged around four hundred percent over the past twenty-five years, making the Australian dream of home ownership more challenging for first home buyers. Many parents want to give their children a leg-up in the property market by helping out with deposits, guaranteeing loans or providing cash gifts. How big is this trend? Innovative on-line home finance advisors Mozo, recently published this report. “If we asked you to name the fifth biggest lender in Australia, you’d be forgiven for naming one of the big four banks. But according to new Mozo research, the answer lies a little more close to home. Mozo data has revealed that the Bank of Mum and Dad still holds the title as the fifth biggest home lender in the country and are lending an average of $73,522 to help their children take that first step on the property ladder - nationally, that number skyrockets to $92 billion and is up 41% from 2017.” There are several ways that parent can help their children secure a home loan. 1. Allow your children to live at home so they can build their savings for the home deposit. 2. If the parents have substantial equity in their home or have spare savings and their own retirement income is secure, they may provide a straight gift of money or provide a loan to them. 3. Certain banks and lenders will allow more than one party to enter into a mortgage, allowing the parents to use their financial position to qualify for the loan.

4. Become an equity guarantor on the home loan where the parents guarantee a proportion of the loan using their assets, without having to contribute to the loan repayments. The guarantee is only triggered if the loan goes into default, and the parent’s liability is limited to the guarantee amount.

If the home were to be sold, then surplus funds are used to extinguish the parent’s liabilities. Home lending specialist Craig Mowbray from Be There Financial Services says that any of these options can help first-home buyers secure those all important deposit funds. “Each of these alternatives has advantages and disadvantages,” Craig says. “It is important to get sound financial advice early, and whatever route you take, make sure that any agreement is documented thoroughly.” Pensioners should also check any tax implications if they charge interest on loans made to children.

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So you have found the perfect house to become your new home. Whether it is up for sale or due for auction soon, you have a this little problem. While your finance is locked in, you don’t have the cash at hand for the 10% deposit. You are not alone. Many Australians have turned to deposit bonds to bridge this gap. Deposit bonds or deposit guarantees are a substitute for the funds needed to pay a deposit when buying a home or bidding at an auction. They are rather like insurance that you will have the deposit when the property settles and exchanges. Craig Mowbray, Director & Finance Lending Specialist at finance broker Be There Financial Services, says deposit bonds are both popular and simple to secure. “The application process is on-line and we can approve up to $150,000 within 30 minutes to suitably qualified people,” said Craig. “The interest rate is around 1.3% for a six month term, allowing time to find a property or to bid at one or more auctions during that six month period.” To secure a deposit bond, you have to demonstrate you will have sufficient funds to purchase the property. Once it is approved, a certificate guaranteeing the deposit funds is provided to the seller or their solicitor, who will hold the bond until settlement as guarantee of payment. The bond is only called upon if the buyer does not pay the deposit itself at settlement. Use this checklist to see if you might be eligible. • Do you have formal loan approval • Have you a copy of the purchase contract • Do you have evidence of available funds (savings, fixed term deposits or a First Home Owners Grant) Auction bonds are similar to deposit bonds except you provide property details when you win at an auction. Craig Mowbray - Be There Financial Services | 0447 284 211

Meet the team that helped make us an Agency of the Year

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Dana Edwards

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Claire Nunn

Joe Dignam

Andy Wharton

Julie Vaux

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OUR LATEST PROPERTY MARKET STATISTICS The interest in the Kiama region remains high with values increasing over the year despite the otherwise adverse market conditions.

regularly as buyers seek to quickly lock-in suitable properties.

Over the past three months in particular, clearance rates have increased, while time-on-market and vendor discounting have decreased. We are seeing realistic asking prices being exceeded

Our rental market remain exceptionally strong with properties being leased without the need to advertise. It is a remarkable market for vendors. The figures below show the current house and unit values and the number listed in the past 12 months.

KIAMA

Population: 6,867

$958,408 2,303

112

Median Value

12 Mth Listings

$623,952 1,327

Median Value

12 Mth Listings

$550 pw Median Rent

$495 pw Median Rent

Listed now

KIAMA DOWNS 1,804

Median Value

12 Mth Listings

$577,850 103

Median Value

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Holiday Property Manager Coast & Country Holidays

Australians love to travel! As such a multicultural nation, we jump at the chance to explore the homelands of our ancestors, neighbours and friends and all that our wondrous world has to offer. An annual jaunt to a faraway land becoming a rite of passage for many of us. My, oh, my, how 2020 has created a rapid shift in how we go about our lives and ultimately how we holiday! ‘Holiday Here This Year’ the campaign by Tourism Australia is in full swing and with our domestic borders re-opening, holiday rentals here on the idyllic South Coast are booming! The South Coast still retains the quiet, languorous, charm that our Central Coast counterparts can now only dream about.

Population: 5,011

$924,202

The ‘Holiday Here This Year’ initiative is a huge success

12 Mth Listings

$555 pw

Listed now

Median Rent

$400 pw

Listed now

With a burgeoning food scene, celebrated wineries, and some of New South Wales’ most luxurious rental homes to retire to at the end of the day, you really should holiday here this year.

Median Rent

GERRINGONG Population: 3,969

$960,898 1,804

103

Median Value

12 Mth Listings

Listed now

$550 pw Median Rent

$668,748

$500 pw

Median Value

12 Mth Listings

Listed now

Median Rent

GERROA Population: 670

$1,202,348 430

Median Value

12 Mth Listings

Listed now

$550 pw Median Rent

$639,306

$428 pw

Median Value

12 Mth Listings

Listed now

Median Rent

At Coast and Country Holidays, we pride ourselves on our boutique and highly personalised service, with many long-standing property owners choosing us as their holiday management team. We are currently on the lookout for new properties to fill the current demand, if you would like to take advantage of the domestic travel boom by opening your doors to travellers nationwide, get in touch with us today! Visit us at www.coastandcountryholidays.com.au Contact our property team on 02 4234 1754 to discuss the opportunities for holiday rental properties in this exciting market.

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THREE EXCEPTIONAL PROPERTIES Stunning ocean views and an easy walk to the beach We sometimes feel sorry for those people who do not live in the Kiama region.

when it is quiet during the week or busy during the weekends and holidays.

The ocean is an ever-present part of our lives here. We use it for recreation, or for the fresh seafood the moderating effect on our winters or just to walk beside

The ocean is a defining part of the worklife balance we all enjoy here in the Kiama region.

view from their living room window is an ever-present, enjoyable, even defining fact of their lives.

For some lucky people though, the ocean

For some others, a quick walk takes them to the ocean shore. We present three such properties to the market today.

9 SHARWOOD PLACE - GERRINGONG

1 BONAIRA STREET - KIAMA

Nestled on the tightly held beach side of Kiama, this expansive home has wide blue ocean views. This well presented residence provides a superb family home of space, privacy and versatility. Containing 6 well scaled bedrooms all equipped with built in wardrobes. A choice of two large living spaces, along with two outdoor sun drenched areas to enjoy. The light filled family and dining area merges with the modern spacious kitchen, flowing out to the alfresco area, with a sensational outlook over the child friendly grassed rear yard.

Wake to the waves of Werri every morning and admire the stunning vista of beach, headland and coastal serenity from this solidly built home in a quiet but convenient and popular location. Features include spacious open plan living, raked ceilings, covered outdoor entertaining area, terraced backyard and a wrap around balcony to encapsulate the ocean views. The best things about living in this location are the easy walk to the patrolled end of Werri Beach, the bike paths for kids and the being close by to the Bowling Club.

This is a home to be enjoyed, a home where life is about living.

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait another year for a property to come up in this highly desirable location!

PRICE: New to market AGENT: Claire Nunn CONTACT: 0402 294 992

Auction - Sat 5th Dec @ 12:30pm AGENT: Jason Stalgis CONTACT: 0403 648 375

49-51 COOINDA PLACE - KIAMA

These brand new Torrens title townhouses representing a stunning statement in designer beachside living, the contemporary, sun filled townhouses enjoy breathtaking ocean views, flawless finishes and open plan living. All townhouses include three good sized bedrooms with ensuite to main with a selection having private balcony and expansive ocean views. The open plan kitchen, living and dining areas flow effortlessly combining both outdoor entertaining spaces - a large alfresco balcony offering sweeping ocean views and the seclusion of a private rear courtyard. With meticulous attention to detail, quality and presentation, Bella Vista, Kiama, will impress the most discerning buyer.

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST AGENT: Terry Digger CONTACT: 0417 760 669

SOME OF OUR RECENT SALES

15 & 15A CALIOPE STREET - KIAMA AGENT - Andy Wharton

7 CHARLES AVE, MINNAMURRA AGENT - Dana Edwards : $1,120,000

51 BLACKWOOD ST - GERRINGONG AGENT - Jason Stalgis : $935,000

3/41 BANKSIA DRIVE, KIAMA AGENT - Terry Digger : $570,000

49A COOINDA PLACE - KIAMA AGENT: Terry Digger

5 BOONA AVENUE, GERRINGONG AGENT -Jason Stalgis :$1,153,000

29 RIVERSIDE DR, KIAMA DOWNS AGENT - Andy Wharton

12 BASS STREET, KIAMA DOWNS AGENT - Claire Nunn : $1,000,000

3/16 GRETA ST, GERRINGONG AGENT - Jason Stalgis : $785,000

2 MERRICK CIRCUIT, KIAMA AGENT - Dana Edwards : $1,030,000

5 SIMS ROAD, GERRINGONG AGENT - Jason Stalgis : $1,035,000

24 WILSON AVE - GERRINGONG AGENT: Ryan Stalgis - $1,574,000

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Shop Local success Over 70 local businesses participated in Kiama and District Business Chamber’s 2020 Buy Local Campaign, resulting in the entries more than doubling from the previous year. “It was a really fantastic by our community to support local businesses during this time,” says Chamber President, Cameron McDonald of Carter Ferguson. Five of the seven lucky shopper prize winners were locals: • $1000 Winners – Nicole White (receipt from The Collective Beat); and Robert Ashfield (Rosebank Meats - right) • $500 Winners – Wendy Quinn (Bombo Clothing Co); and Jeni Reid (The Retro Room); Claudia Marin • $250 Winners – Sarah Cooper (Otis Deli); Loretta Dyer (Oak Home). When local Business Chamber businesses, The Wildflower Studio and My Room, each won $500 they announced they would donate half of their winnings to Kiama High School Arts and Science Projects. They were inspired by a donation made by Andy Higgins to the Art Department, outlined in a previous Bugle. 34 Degrees South Trading also won $500, thanks to a

donation to the campaign by the Member for Gilmore, Fiona Phillips. All of the prize money was given in vouchers, to ensure it would generate even more spending within the Municipality. In other Chamber news, Kay McNiven, Gary McKay and Steve Warwick have stepped down from the Board. Kathryn O’Brien from Beachside Emporium, Cathryn Lyall from Go Behind Closed Doors and Aaron Shelley from Project Dry Hire have filled the positions.

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Jean Anderson Four local businesses were winners at this year’s Illawarra & South Coast Local Business Awards. NEG Photography, based in Kiama Downs, won the Photography Business Award; Crooked River Wines won the Restaurant Award; Otis Deli in Kiama won the

Cafe Award; and Gerringong Coastal Cottage Early Learning Centre took out the Early Childhood Centre Award. Above: Noah Casolin and Tracey Hoyt from Otis, with Nardia Guillaumier from NEG Photography

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The new car park is on track for re-opening before Christmas. The Bike Skills Track should be ready in May 2021. While in Minnamurra the expansion of the car park at James Oates Reserve is also going well, and should I want to share with you be done before the summer another update on the huge school holidays. amount of Council work Work upgrading our playbeing done throughout the grounds continues. We’re municipality. in the middle of community Repairing Jamberoo consultation about Old Mountain Road has reached School Park in Gerringong, a critical stage, with work which has generated a lot of starting on installing a new interest. retaining wall beneath the Our contractor is working damaged section of road. away on the new culvert at The new wall has been Barney Street, next to Surf designed taking into account Beach. Again, we hope to the increasing likelihood of have this done before the severe weather events such summer holidays. as we experienced in July The Fern Street Pedestriand August, which led to the an Refuge in Gerringong is landslip. Weather permitting, done, and we’re almost done we should have the road installing the traffic safety open by Christmas. measures in Federal St, The expansion of Figtree Minnamurra. Lane car park in GerrinThe team fixing up our pubgong is going well, with lic toilets deserves a big pat 640 tonnes of rock and dirt on the back, having completexcavated. In the spirit of ed everything on their current National Recycling Week, I job sheet except for the can inform you we’ve used amenities at North Bombo. all of that material for the While on public toilets, work underway at the Bike the contractors are well into Skills Track being built at the their work at our Visitor InSanctuary Place Quarry in formation Centre, which will Minnamurra. be welcome by tourists and

locals alike when finished next month. Work is also about to start fixing the roof of the Gerringong Library and Museum to match the original design. The team is working to ensure the delay to the project is limited. COVID-related supply issues have also delayed the

completion of the upgrades at the Jamberoo Sporting Precinct. The prefabricated amenities for Keith Irvine Oval have been held up. However, we’ll soon be starting the refurbishment of Jamberoo Youth Hall refurbishment. We expect both these jobs to be done by early 2021.

Time to order your Christmas tree

The hard working Minnamurra Public School P&C (see page 17) is continuing its five year tradition of taking orders for freshly cut Christmas trees to raise money for the school. “The trees are sourced from a local farm in the Southern Highlands and delivered to the school for collection by the community within hours of being cut,” said Minnamurra P&C President, Eoin Peters. “Money raised through the Christmas Tree fundraising drive has helped to fund a new playground and air conditioning for all classrooms and more recently assisted with the purchase of items for the science, technology, engineering and maths education lab.” Place an order online by Monday 30 November via www.flexischools.com.au (register as a friend of Minnamurra Public School) or call Mick on 0412 819 197. All trees will be available for collection at the School, 85 Charles Ave, from 8am-10am, on Saturday 5 December.

Learn how to budget

Christians Against Poverty are running a free budgeting course with the Kiama Jamberoo Uniting Church. The CAP Money Course teaches budgeting skills so participants can learn to live within their means, manage or prevent debt and save for the future. “CAP Money has been running in Australia for over ten years and we are really excited to be bringing it to our community,” says the Minister at Kiama Jamberoo Uniting Church, Rev Kath Merrifield. Christians Against Poverty aims to release Australians from debt and poverty by debt advocacy and financial education. “We are hoping to get a great response from the community, as money is a big stress factor for many people,” says Kiama Jamberoo Uniting Church member, Marion Rattray. “The CAP Money Course is a proven and effective budgeting system and we are so excited to be bringing this course to the local community for free.”

The three session course will be held on Fridays, 20 and 27 November and 4 December, from 4-5.30pm. Register online at capaust.org or call Marion Rattray on 42332490.

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Plaques to remember local sporting legends A five year project to install plaques at sporting ovals named after local identities, jointly funded by the Kiama & District Sporting Association and Kiama Council, has borne fruit. “It was thought that there needed to be explanation as to who the grounds were named after, by outlining of their story and achievements,” says the Association’s President Col Rathbone. “As years go by, these local legends need to be remembered as people, not just a location.” The first of the plaques to be installed highlights the achievements of Gerry Emery, a dairy farmer from Gerroa, known as the Bradman of the Bush. He scored 61 First Grade centuries in his career, included a top score of 314 for Gerringong in 1938 (when he scored 42 off one eight ball over). The next week he scored 218! His work as a dairy farmer, stopped him playing for the State. Fittingly, Gerry Emery Oval at Gerringong is the home of Gerringong Cricket Club, as well as Gerringong Football

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Club and Gerringong Touch. The other 10 plaques are to be installed progressively at: Athol Noble Oval Home of Gerringong Cricket Club, Gerringong FC and Gerringong Touch John Hannigan Oval Home of Jamberoo CC Keith Irvine Oval Home of Jamberoo CC, Jamberoo FC and Jamberoo Touch

Dorothy Bailey Oval Formerly home of Gerringong Hockey Club and now used by Gerringong RL and Touch Chittick Oval Home of Kiama Rugby Union and Kiama RL Michael Cronin Oval Home of Gerringong RL Boxsell Reserve Home of Gerringong Junior CC

Kevin Walsh Oval Home of Jamberoo RL, Jamberoo CC and Jamberoo Touch Chapman Point Reserve Home of the Kiama Softball Association Kiama Netball Courts and Val Brunker Centre Home of the Kiama Netball Association

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I have lived in the Illawarra all my life and called Gerringong home 15yrs ago when our firstborn was 18mths old and we were looking for a beachside lifestyle. Working for yourself. It’s a journey. When did you take the leap? When we moved here I had a corporate job where I travelled to Port Kembla. Once I had my three children I decided to stay around Gerringong and find work locally. I picked up some little jobs, gaining experience in food because I hadn’t worked in that area but I had always been in interest of mine. I was working for Buena Vista Farm and Garnish Catering for about 4 or 5 years on and off and I got to the stage where I wanted to do something that was my own. When all the luxury B&B’s popped up I found a little niches in the market - they needed servicing with in home meals and grazing platters. I had wanted something close to home, where I could be flexible with the children and running them around for their after school activities. When people come to the South Coast, what’s the one thing they should try/do locally?

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I would say support local farmers by going to the farmers market at Kiama or Berry, visiting Buena Vista Farm on a tour, going and supporting the local restaurants that use local produce. Getting into nature - there are plenty of ocean experiences, bushwalks, good food, clean air - they are things that are going to keep us healthy in the long term. If anyone is thinking about taking the plunge and moving to the South Coastwhat do you think makes it such a great place to balance Work & Life? Living here gives me the ability to keep a healthy stress free perspective, with less pollution and more ways to connect with nature. When you do feel good within your life, you feel in control of your work life.

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A call is out for volunteers to be trained as teachers for Primary Ethics classes at Gerringong Public School, which are run on Wednesday mornings as an alternative to Religious Education (SRE). “Primary school has never been just a place for learning how to read and write. It is where children can learn the skills they need to get ready for life in a bigger world,” says Carrie Schulman, ethics co-ordinator and volunteer. “We hear children say that ethics classes help with self-confidence, friendship building and the ability to imagine how other people feel in certain situations.” Primary Ethics is a unique program in which parent and community volunteers, using poems, stories, group work and activities, teach skills such as ethical reasoning, critical thinking and respectful discussion. Children learn to listen to each other, voice opinions and give reasons, build on each other’s ideas and remain curious and open-minded. They also

learn to disagree respectfully, not to accept peer pressure and to ultimately think things through, in order to make well-reasoned decisions. The topics covered in Ethics in the current term are: Kindergarten • Making things up, being cross and hurting someone • Showing off, telling on someone and finding reasons • Disagreeing Stage 1 (years 1 & 2) • Courage or being brave • Forgiving and being forgiven • Another kind of courage • Coming to grips with deductive reasoning Stage 2 (years 3 & 4) • Should we keep animals in captivity? Reasoning for and against • Bragging • Imagining how others feel – example: child labourers • Understanding diversity. Online resources are available for parents to continue these discussions at home. Early 2020, the school attracted a Kindergarten class

The Ethics teachers: Back from left - Susan Griffiths, Lorraine Peade, Warren McPherson, Mary Collins, Carrie Schulman, Mary Lee. Front from left - Robyn Koller, Annette Wright. Absent Cheryl Moses, Bill Gollan

of 22 students and also classes for Years 1 to 4. COVID 19 suspended lessons in March, but the teaching team has been able to return for all of term 3 and 4. In 2021, Ethics classes will be offered to all years, with two Kindergarten classes and then through to Year 6. All students who are currently in Ethics will be carried forward into next year’s classes and any students previously on a waiting list or could not be accommodated are encouraged to re-register for Ethics in 2021.

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P&C overwhelmed by generosity of the public Minnamurra Public School P&C have created a cookbook filled with delicious recipes from students, families and teachers for this year’s major fundraiser. The P&C were overwhelmed with the generosity of the community when they recently put out a call on Facebook for financial contributions towards production costs of the cookbook. Within just three days the Association was pledged $7,550 in funds from local businesses, former students and local families, all looking to support the school. “To have over 70 responses in such a short period of time was phenomenal,” says P&C member, Natalie Allan. “We had former students living in Queensland that saw the post and contributed $25 because they loved the school. “I also had grandparents calling me asking how to help and wanting to reserve books for gifts, and the support of local business was heart-warming when so many have done it tough recently.” In a year when all organisations have found fundraising virtually impossible, this community effort will mean

the P&C can continue to contribute technology, equipment and supplies to further improve the school in 2021. The cookbook will feature more than 250 recipes and will be for sale for $25. “The books make a great Christmas present for family members and friends,” says P&C spokesperson, Clare Musgrave. “We hope the local community will continue to support us by purchasing a book next time they visit the Kiama Farmers’ Market.”

It will be available at the Market from Wednesday 25 November up until Christmas or until sold out. Two of the cookbook’s major sponsors, Kiama Downs Pharmacy and Raine and Horne Kiama will also have copies available in store for purchase while current students can also buy it through the Flexischools app.

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APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR COACHES FOR THE 2021 SEASON: FIRST, RESERVE, UNDER 18’s and LADIES LEAGUE TAG Div. 1 & 2. Applications by Tuesday 1.12.20 to PO Box 107, Gerringong 2534 or by email to the Secretary, Steve Hudson, at sjhudson@aapt.net.au Daryl Hobbs President

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Rowing title for Jamberoo gym

POSTCARD HOME In 2011 we set off for a holiday traveling around Eastern Europe, part of which involved hiring a car to drive from Munich to Slovenia. Setting off in our near new Opal, and driving on the wrong side of the road, we headed south to the fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle built by Ludwig II of Bavaria from 1869 to 1886. The setting is beautiful with two castles (Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau) and the village on the shores of Lake Alpsee at the foot of the Alps. From our hotel we took the horse and wagon for the 1.5 km very steep (Kiama-type) road to the castle at a cost of €6 each. I told the driver that €1 was for him and the rest was for the horses as they did all the hard work! He laughed, “Ja, OK.” Although never built for defence, it is original medieval in style with grand ornate rooms and fantastic views. After the castle tour we walked to the Marian bridge, then spent time in the village and by the lake. Crossing from Germany to Austria was not easy. Although marked only by a sign, our GPS went blank.

Help! We stopped at a petrol station and three people volunteered to help. After some difficulty, Austria popped up on the screen. I should have taken a bag of little kangaroos for the wonderful people who helped us on our trip. Driving the 475 km to Ljubliana (Slovenia) should have been a breeze: 130 km/hr on the Autobahns equals 3.6 driving hours. Yes? No-way!

The border stop, plus roadworks getting us lost in Innsbruck, plus more roadworks with 60 and 40 km/ hr restrictions and stops, plus a 30 minute wait due to roadworks in the 9 km long Karawanken tunnel between Austria and Slovenia, blew my schedule out of the water! Nevertheless, we finally arrived in Ljubliana and the very beautiful, post-card picture perfect Lake Bled. The little hassles encoun-

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From an unlikely location in a shed in the Jamberoo Valley, Swan Athletic Club has secured third place in the overall point score in this year’s Australian Indoor Rowing Championships, as well as winning the title for the best participating gym. Rowing Australia’s prestigious championship was this year held across the country with 25 clubs, eight gyms and 22 schools taking part. Rowers participated in 500m, 1000m and 2000m events, and a 4x500m relay. Gym owner and rowing coach, Alan Swan is very proud of the team’s effort and progress throughout the year. Fifteen members were in the event which was held in late October. “Our youngest competitor here on the day was 14 and our eldest was 76,” says Alan. “Rowing is quite a hard sport and through that shared experience of work-

ing hard. It really develops friendships and great comradery within the rowing group and the wider gym group so it has been fantastic.” These results have energised Alan and his crew and they are already preparing for the championships next year. “It was tremendous encouragement for our indoor rowing program which has run for three years,” says Alan. “The event is great motivation for people that do the rowing. It gives them an opportunity to compete and put their skills and fitness to the test.” “Rowing is a really good option for people who have competed in other sports but might have other injuries. “The low impact nature of it ensures just about anyone can get on the rowing machine and be safe and train as hard as they like and not hurt themselves.”

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