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EDITORS Terri Quinn Virginia Connor

Credit: Susan Schmidt - 'Sugar Shores'

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Bridie Quinn

Welcome To Our Summer Issue! December / January / February 2020-21 s we head into summer this year, our thoughts are with those still suffering from the trauma of last year’s bushfires. We know there are many who continue to struggle as they try to recover and rebuild their lives. When it came time to plan for this summer’s edition, we wanted to reminisce about the golden South Coast summers we remember more fondly. Where better to do that than at Bendalong? A place that still retains some original fibro beach shacks and a feeling of stepping back in time. The work of artist Susan Schmidt fitted perfectly with that retro summer vibe and we are thrilled to showcase her painting Sugar Shores on our summer cover. As part of her Seaburbia series, Susan explores the heritage of the quintessential Australian beach house evoking nostalgia for summers past and the value of a more simple way of life. Her paintings are not a documentation of specific places but rather a reflection of the essence of coastal living being lost to time and development. Towel Love, another from the series, is featured inside and we thank Susan for sharing her stunning work with us. Check out her gallery at susanschmidtart.com

Our feature story was enriched by the support and enthusiasm of Patti Bartlett from the Red Head Villages Association. Patti gave us generous access to her trove of historical newspaper clippings and her knowledge of the area was invaluable. In Two Way Street we meet brothers Hein and Tim Cooper who have been spending some quality time together during COVID. Despite the difficulties of 2020, these two have had a year rich in family connection and personal and professional positives. Printmaker, Peta West, is our Local Talent. Her distinctive artwork is quintessentially Australian, and pays homage to the native flora and fauna around her home in Lake Conjola. As White Wash continues to grow, we would like to express our gratitude to our wonderful advertisers. Without them, there would be no White Wash. Please support them when shopping around town this summer. Finally, to you our loyal readers, thank you for your continued support in this most challenging of years. We wish everyone a peaceful and joyful break over summer’s festive season. Bring on 2021!

OUR CONTRIBUTORS Leonie Marsh Dr Katie Macartney Jem Quinn Paul Buckingham Patrick Faulconer Kyla Stone Sean Carson COVER AND FEATURE ARTWORK Susan Schmidt www.susanschmidtart.com

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When Tim Cooper, and his partner Bree, welcomed daughter Elke Rose in July this year, they were overjoyed to have Tim’s brother, singer-songwriter Hein, home in Australia to share in the joy. It’s been a special time for the brothers to reconnect while getting their hands dirty in Tim’s organic vegetable garden at Little Forest. The Cooper family moved from Sydney to a farm in Milton when Hein was 12 and Tim was 10, and the boys revelled in their new life on the coast. “It was all so clean and healthy,” says Hein. “Living close to nature, enjoying the ocean, and not surrounded by as many people.” The boys’ mum, Evy, spent hours in her expansive vegetable garden, closely observed by Tim. “I remember Mum grew this massive onion. We had it on a pizza, and it tasted amazing!” says Tim. “From then, I became obsessed with growing food and eventually Mum gave me a 20 square metre space to garden in.” Music was also an integral part of family life. Evy’s father was a classical musician, and their dad Craig’s mother was an opera singer. Tim has played the piano since he was five and Hein describes the look of pride on his grandmother’s face when she watches him playing Mozart. Hein took up the guitar as a young teenager after joining a local church social group. A friend was playing songs by Jack Johnson and Pete Murray, who Hein loved, so he decided to learn to play. It wasn’t long before he started writing his own songs and singing them. Post-school, the brothers followed their interests and enrolled in further study— Tim in a horticulture course at TAFE and Hein to study music at university. But formal education didn’t suit the pair, and according to Hein: “Neither of us has ever completed a course. We’re good at dropping out!”

Our parents allowed us the space to do what we wanted to do,” says Hein. “We felt free to pursue our own paths.”

It was life lessons that they preferred. Crediting their parents for encouraging them to follow their passions, these two artistic souls have seized opportunities and run with them. “Our parents allowed us the space to do what we wanted to do,” says Hein. “We felt free to pursue our own paths.” One such opportunity arose in Sydney when Hein met a guy who told him he made $250 a night singing covers in pubs. Hein decided to give it a go, and at 20, he was doing four shows a week. Tim would sometimes accompany him on piano and sing back-up, and the pair did thousands of jobs around the city. “We played at bars in Kings Cross with phoney people making absurd promises, but it was great fun,” says Hein. “We had money to live on and we learnt a lot.” Hein embraced the life of a musician, acquired an agent and was soon booked as a support act. Tim wasn’t keen to pursue music as a career, and instead started working for landscapers in Sydney, learning as much as he could about horticulture. After 12 months, he decided to return to Milton—“It’s where I wanted to be,” says Tim—and he was soon introduced to Louise Tucker, who owned Milton Wholefoods at the time. Tim credits Louise with teaching him a great deal about growing organic vegetables, and he came to realise that it was viable as a full-time job. He started gardening at his parents’ farm and later secured a larger holding of land at Wandandian, before finally settling on the plot at Little Forest. Meanwhile, Hein landed a gig warming up for Canadian band Half Moon Run. Their manager was impressed with his emotive lyrical talent and offered him a recording deal at an indie studio in Montreal, so Hein packed his bags and hit the road.

In 2016, Hein released his debut album, The Art of Escape, which saw great success in Australia and Europe. He toured the album, performing 135 shows in a year—an exhausting schedule but one that helped build him an appreciative international audience. In 2017, he did a 26-date tour through the US supporting Danish band, Lukas Graham and then did the same again in Europe. Then, last year, Hein released his second album, Underneath It All, to strong reviews. His promotional world tour included a stop in Australia and a noteworthy performance at Milton Theatre. Hein continued to base himself in Montreal, and it was here that he met his partner, Ebony—a trained singer and fellow-Aussie who moved in the same music circles. When COVID hit, the pair decided to head back to Australia. After some delays, they finally arrived home in March. This is the first time in 10 years that Hein has been home for more than a month and he’s loving it. Since arriving, he’s been helping Tim out once a week in the garden, catching up on some surfing—“I had three surfs yesterday!” he laughs —and, of course, enjoying time with family. The arrival of baby Elke has been the icing on the cake. “Being an uncle is amazing,” enthuses Hein. “I didn’t understand how amazing until I actually held her. That was when it clicked that it’s real!” Following family tradition, Elke has been immersed in music since before she was born with Tim playing the piano while Bree was pregnant. “Elke would start kicking like crazy when I played Beethoven,” laughs Tim. “Now she gives a certain look when she hears it. It’s as if she remembers.” While 2020 has held many challenges, the brothers are in a good place both personally and professionally. Since returning home, Hein has acquired new management in Melbourne, begun writing and producing for other artists, and is preparing for the release of his third album. He and Ebony are also planning their wedding. “So many good things have come out of this year,” says Hein. “It has proved to be a very productive time.” “Hein’s gone out and done what millions of others want to do,” says Tim, proud of his brother’s success. “He decided that he loved playing music and he’s turned it into a business … so many people are creative, but they can’t make the strategic decisions required, but Hein can do that.” Meanwhile, business is booming for Tim too. As people have become more focused on their health, he’s seen a huge demand for fresh local produce grown without chemicals. He could easily sell more, but is happy with the manageable size of his garden, and enjoys selling at the markets in Berry and Milton, as well as veggie boxes directly to customers. “My aim is to concentrate on carrots, parsley, cucumber, zucchini and corn. They’re my good crops,” says Tim. “You’re the master of carrots!” laughs Hein, who’s not only impressed by his brother’s commitment to quality produce, but recognises parallels in the way they approach their chosen pursuits. “Tim embodies the absolute truth of having an honest, wholesome life. You get quality because it’s done the right way. It’s the same with writing a song … you can churn out a quick pop song, or spend time making something meaningful.” whitewashmagazine.com.au

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WORDS BY VIRGINIA CONNOR

t’s 1973, and my grandmother is behind the wheel of the Kingswood, repeating her strongest expletive—damn!— with increasing emphasis each time one of the frequent potholes threatens to swallow the whole car. Between potholes, the corrugated dirt surface is punishing the vehicle’s suspension and preventing any conversational attempts to alleviate the growing tension within the cabin. My boyfriend’s parents have invited me to stay at their North Bendalong holiday house for a week during the summer holidays. My grandmother is regretting her agreement with my parents, to deliver their 15-year-old daughter and confirm the presence of responsible adults during my stay. The 10 miles of winding dirt road, with dense bushland on either side felt like 30 miles. We are both growing very sceptical as to the merits of this as a ‘holiday’ venture. A resounding thud announces that the tyres have at last made contact with a sealed surface and a row of small, pastel-hued fibro cottages appear on our left. There’s a tiny shop with a petrol bowser out the front and a few sunburnt, shirtless surfers attempting to secure an impossible number of surfboards onto the roof of an old Kombi van. Nana pulls up and asks directions to North Bendalong. She’s not too happy about having to navigate a further stretch of rough dirt road and a small, very narrow, bridge with loose wooden planks that bounce noisily under the weight of anything larger than a pushbike. After traversing the bridge, we rise up the hill to North Bendalong, and glimpses of sparkling blue water extending to the horizon can be seen through the trees on our right. The tinnitus-inducing song of the cicadas is underscored by the sound of the ocean. The smell of salt air mixed with eucalyptus is enhanced by the heat. Despite the dust churned into the air by the Kingswood, the sunlight is literally dancing around

us, the reflections causing the houses to appear to be awash with the moving shadows of the surrounding trees. I think it’s incredible ... my grandmother feels that a beer is in order. Over that brief summer holiday, Bendalong’s sheer natural beauty captivated me and secured a special place in my consciousness. I returned again and again, as do many who have fallen for the charm of this quintessential seaside village. The beach menu is awesome and provides a variety of options to suit everyone. From North Bendalong you can access the open magnificence of Monument Beach stretching north towards Berrara, or head south to Flat Rock Beach and the secluded, sheltered beauty of little Dee Beach. A walk along Washerwoman’s sweeping sands and the dappled shade of its south end brings you to Boat Harbour which sits on the protected northern side of the headland. It’s a favourite family spot with sheltered waters, picnic areas and a group of resident stingrays performing a swirling aquatic ballet at the boat ramp each day for fish scraps and breadcrumbs tossed by their admiring audience. On the south side of Bendalong headland itself, tiny Shell Grit Beach and One Tree are accessible to those willing to scramble amongst the rocks at low tide. Inyadda Beach (also known as Bendalong Back Beach) is breathtakingly beautiful approached from the sand dunes south of the headland. The beach faces east-south-east, flanked to the west by the dunes and bushland in a long gentle arc to Manyana headland which marks the northern end of Manyana Beach. From there you can see Green Island sitting off Cunjurong Point at the southern end of the beach —an emerald gem set in the sapphire sea. The island provides visual delight as well as playing host to some big names in surfing—including Kelly Slater, Pam Burridge and Barton Lynch—when the wind, swell and sandbars align to create perfect conditions for the legendary lefthand surf break. whitewashmagazine.com.au

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English immigrant and peace activist, Don Hearn, was granted a lease of land at Cunjurong Point in 1962. He built a few small cabins near the track to Green Island and earned himself a place in surfing folklore. With generous hospitality and enduring humour, he played host to hippies, surfers and anyone else wanting to thumb their nose at conventional society. Don passed away in 1991 but his legacy—the rustic cabins amid the casuarinas—continue to provide basic accommodation for stoic nature lovers. Originally named Red Head, for its 50 million-year-old weathered red basalt headland cliffs, Bendalong was, like most of the South Coast in the late 1800s, the scene of extensive logging. The timber industry was active there on and off from 1878 to 1905. In 1885 six people held individual land titles in the area, covering an area of around 500 acres in total. One of the landholdings, Inyadda Farm, south of Red Head was for a time partly occupied by Chinese families, displaced after the gold rush. They grew tobacco and tea as well as dried seaweed for export. With the influx of timber workers, the Chinese moved to what became known as Chinaman’s Island at the mouth of Berringer Lake. A tram line was also built to aid the transport of timber to Red Head, the carriages pulled by horses stabled on the beach. In addition to valuable timber, high-quality silica (essential to making bricks at the time) was discovered and mined from 1920 to 1926. During this period a wharf was constructed at the western end of Boat Harbour to enable shipping of these sought-after resources. The local Aboriginal people, the Jerrinja tribe, had long known the value of this coastal mineral. For thousands of years, they had used the hard stone, silicate, in the manufacture of their tools. Several midden sites have also been identified in the area, indicating the headland having been occupied and used as a meeting place for indigenous tribes.

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Over that brief summer holiday, Bendalong’s sheer natural beauty captivated me and secured a special place in my consciousness. I returned again and again, as do many who have fallen for the charm of this quintessential seaside village. When silica mining was revived during WW II, due to supply shortages, itinerant loggers and miners set up rough homes and camps on virgin bushland at Red Head. This same land had still been occupied by the Jerrinja people until around 1930 when it was eventually cleared. The first Red Head shop was opened around 1940 on the site of the current camping area by its enterprising founder, Barbara Kelly. Barbara kept cows in the paddock in front of the shop for fresh dairy products, but most supplies were still brought in by horse and cart. In 1950, John Curvers bought Inyadda Farm, situated south of Red Head (now Manyana), and during the late ’50s and early ’60s small plots of land at Cunjurong and Red Head were made available for purchase through a ballot. ‘Winners’ could purchase these blocks for as little as £3 or £4 with the proviso that they built a dwelling that met the minimum standards. The aim was to replace the unruly assortment of camps and huts that had sprung up during the early timber and mining days. The endearingly quaint fibro cottages that were constructed remain a remnant of this era and have set the scene for many generations of holiday memories. The relative isolation (and the poor condition of the road!) ensured the development of the area was slow, and in 1963 there were still only 25 permanent residents in the area.

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Bendalong, and the surrounding villages of North Bendalong, Cunjurong, Manyana and Berringer, are loosely connected along a small stretch of coastline, and accessible only via the Bendalong Road. Lake Conjola provides a watery boundary to the south and the forests of Conjola National Park wrap around this group of small communities to the west and north. Stretching east is the ocean and its ever-changing seascape. After electricity was connected in 1964, more homes were built, and land at Manyana was subdivided and released for residential development. In the ’70s and ’80s young families, retirees and a growing number of surfers and ‘tradies’ bought blocks of land. They settled in the ‘new’ suburb, establishing a sense of permanency and contributing valuable skills and energy. The Bendalong Road was finally sealed in 1980, providing a safer and more palatable journey to schools and services. The growing number of residents formed social groups and committees; established a community hall and playing fields; organised sporting teams (including the still very successful Manyana Soccer Club), and planned community events. While Bendalong and Cunjurong remain relatively small hamlets, with their permanent populations being less than 100, the five villages as a whole are united by a sense of community and a strong focus on conservation. Community groups, Manyana Matters and the Red Head Villages Association, have been formed by residents who share a passion for the natural environment and maintaining the uncomplicated lifestyle that attracted them to the area. Significant environmental impact issues such as a proposed ‘mega tip’ and the revival of logging in an area of the national park in the mid-’90s were successfully thwarted through intense community lobbying and protest activity. These groups are organised and quick to mobilise when threatened with any development of the area that they believe undermines the intrinsic value of their much-loved community.

WRECK BAY AND THE WALTER HOOD The waters around Bendalong evoke stories of modern Australia’s maritime history, with the most famous of these being the wreck of the Walter Hood. In 1870 the Walter Hood, an 850-tonne clipper, the largest such ship built in Aberdeen at the time, was blown off course in a severe storm and mountainous seas—what we now call an ‘east coast low’. The ship was sailing from London to Sydney carrying considerable cargo, including mosaic floor tiles destined for St Mary’s Cathedral. There were 32 crew and three passengers on board when the ship broke up on the reef 120 metres from shore in the middle of Wreck Bay. The beautiful bay, which stretches north from Bendalong Point to the southern tip of Jervis Bay, where the mostly ineffective Cape St George Light House (now ruins) once stood, is named for the dangerous reefs lurking below the crystal surface. The reefs and rips in the area were responsible for sinking 23 ships between 1864 and 1893. Many of the wrecks remain on the ocean floor, legislation preventing their disturbance and protecting these reminders of the perils faced by early seafarers. The Walter Hood catastrophe saw 10 men drown trying to swim to shore before help arrived on the beach. A ship was dispatched from Ulladulla Harbour to rescue survivors who had been clinging to the disintegrating hull for three days. The captain and cook drowned on the boat. Six bodies were recovered and buried in two graves (one for the captain and a passenger, the other for crew members) near the beach. When the wooden grave markers were destroyed by a bushfire in 1927, a large cairn was erected from local stone, incorporating a marble slab with the names of those who perished. The monument stands quietly in the Cudmirrah Fauna Reserve behind Monument Beach, with the sound of the waves adding to the poignancy of the memorial and the terrible plight of the deceased.

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Above: A bird’s-eye view of Boat Harbour’s resident stingrays showing off to holidaymakers in their boat.

At the peak of the summer season earlier this year, the Currowan fire ravaged the bushland surrounding the villages. Miraculously no homes were lost because of the amazing efforts of locals and the RFS. But the Bendalong Road was closed due to fallen trees and power lines resulting in hundreds of residents and holidaymakers unable to leave or access supplies. Local community groups, residents and skilled holidaymakers were pivotal in organising food, medical attention, shelter and essential support for those left stranded in the chaos. Bushfires had threatened the villages several times over the years, but, as we all know, last summer was unprecedented, and the extent of the trauma was unique. Blackened tree trunks lay across the sand on many of the beaches. Soot, ash and burnt leaves left a dusty coating on everything. As everyone became aware of the catastrophic damage that had occurred at Conjola—their nearest neighbouring town—their sense of unity was intensified. Stories of generosity, resourcefulness and bravery will be relayed for generations. With much of the Conjola National Park transformed from forest to eerie black sticks referencing the once tall, graceful trees, in May and June this year residents were once again required to rally. This time, to halt the development of the Manyana Beach Estate—a 20-hectare, 180 lot housing-project on the only bushland that had escaped the January

inferno. The area proposed for development is providing much-needed habitat to surviving native fauna, and while a temporary stay has been granted, the peaceful but determined protesters will continue to lobby. North Bendalong resident Rob McCarthy recalls family holidays at ‘Bendy’ among his earliest memories. His dad built a house there in 1962, but they had been visiting for years before that. Rob moved in permanently when his father, who had retired to the North Bendalong home, became ill in the mid-1990s. Rob loves the tranquillity and familiarity of this quiet haven. “There are a lot more people around these days, but you can still go down to the beach and be the only person there,” he says. Every year Rob’s siblings return to the home with their partners and children to spend summer together, reliving memories and making new ones. Back in the ’70s the camping area, set on the headland, was inhabited for most of the year, by a few hardy old fishermen and a group of vegetarian guitar-playing surfers. Their ragged assortment of tents and broken-down caravans were barely noticeable in the bush setting. When arriving for a weekend getaway, we would pitch our tents as close as possible to the track to Back Beach and start gathering sticks in preparation for a night spent sharing stories around an open fire.

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Above: Picturesque Dee Beach, at North Bendalong, on a perfect summer’s day.

Come Christmas, the camping grounds were host to scores of families who somehow knew of this isolated piece of paradise. They hooked up caravans, packed trailers with an array of outdoor survival gear and set up camp amongst the trees. Twenty cents scored you a three-minute shower, and you hung on for dear life when perched over the pit toilets. Tow-haired children on pushbikes ferried supplies from the shop, and there was usually a queue outside the only phone booth. In those days, a hat, thongs and swimmers were our entire kit. Sunblock was later —probably too late! Girls rode surf mats (sans handles), and the boys had big hard, heavy boards—twin fins were particularly popular. The small houses were bursting with people—garages and verandahs were converted to bedrooms for the summer. Conversation and children laughing could be heard from dusk until well after dark. Peta Sankey has been holidaying at Bendalong her whole life. “We love to get together with friends, surf all morning and watch the kids collect shells at sunset. I always breathe a little deeper at Bendalong,” she says. A couple of years ago Peta bought a tiny original fibro shack c.1959 in the same street as her family holiday home, Jacaranda Ave. With attention to detail and aiming to maintain simplicity, she has revived the cottage while adding much needed modern comforts. “The original era and style

We love to get together with friends, surf all morning and watch the kids collect shells at sunset. I always breathe a little deeper at Bendalong,” of Bendalong are important to us. It is one of the town’s charms. We hope we can contribute to preserving a small snippet of South Coast history.” Much has changed since the days of mining and shipwrecks. Still, there is something intrinsically enduring about Bendalong and the surrounding villages. Bendalong is about beaches and bush, whatever the season. The hazy summer months or the clear, crisp winter days—the pace is slow and allows people to enjoy, to relate to each other and their surroundings. The bush, though scarred by the recent fires has started to regenerate. Birdsong has returned, and kangaroos are hopping about the streets and lazying on front lawns. The ocean is a constant presence, its sound and smell permeating the air. The beach shacks of yesteryear, alongside some impressive modern structures of glass with extensive decks, wait patiently for the return of their appreciative occupants. Whether you visit for a day, weeks or longer, it is more than likely, that just as I did, you will continue to come back. Happy times are had in this place.

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On The Road Again! WINE KNOT TOURS

After an incredibly tough year, Wine Knot Tours are back on the road again. The wine and food tour business, based in Mollymook, is once more showcasing the outstanding culinary excellence, local providores, food producers and award-winning wineries of the Shoalhaven region. Wine Knot launched in 2017, and by the end of 2019 had proudly hosted over 140 tour groups and showcased the region to nearly 1500 people. The family-run business has a proud record of delivering quality experiences to their customers. They won 1st place in the Illawarra South Coast Brides Choice Awards for the Bucks and Hens category in 2019. Their dedication to customer service has seen them maintain a 5-star review rating on Trip Advisor and receive a Certificate of Excellence. Unfortunately, the devastating impact of the bush fires earlier in the year meant Wine Knot had to cancel all of their tours. “We went from being fully booked to non-operational,” says owner Mark. “Even when it was safe to start operating again, people were tentative about visiting the South Coast.” Just as business started to pick up, COVID struck, and the tourism sector took another massive hit. With no bookings on the horizon, Wine Knot, like many

other businesses, had to decide whether they could weather the storm or just close up shop. “We decided to hang in there, and make plans regarding our re-entry into a new market,” says Mark. “We met with new venues, created new tours and experiences and went exploring to find new places for customers to enjoy.” The result is some exciting additions to the tour list, including Contadino Olive Farm, Jervis Bay Wild (dolphin and whale tours) and Jervis Bay Brewing Co. And of course, Cupitt’s and Harvest Bar remain firm favourites on the agenda. So, with the support of local wineries and venues, Wine Knot is once again starting to fill their booking schedule. Drivers have returned, summer is here, and tour groups are enjoying the beautiful South Coast. Wine Knot is back! As a thank you to all who have supported them this year, Wine Knot are launching a new local tour called “The Milton Run”: • Cupitt’s Estate—Wine/Beer and Cheese Board • Harvest Bar or Milk Haus—Lunch Stop • T he Altar Bar—Wine/Beer and Produce Plate Check out their website/Instagram for details. P. 0407 474 291 | E. contact@wineknottours.com @wineknottours | W. wineknottours.com.au

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When Chris Hayward was preparing for a significant renovation at Bannisters by the Sea in 2016, he needed another carpenter. A mutual friend introduced him to Aaron Owers and the rest, as they say, is history! After the success of the Bannisters project, the pair continued to work together, and in August 2019 Creative Constructions (Chris) and O Built (Aaron) formally amalgamated to become New View Building Solutions. The merger brought together over 40 years of building experience and quality craftsmanship. Chris started his pre-apprenticeship at Bomaderry TAFE in 2002 and finished his trade on the South Coast working for New Steel Homes. He established Creative Constructions in 2013 and prides himself on the high standard of residential and commercial projects he has completed, including some with Tony Freeman at Molnar Freeman Architects.

Aaron started his own carpentry business in Sydney 22 years ago and moved to Mollymook in 2011. He launched O Built in 2014 and his knowledgeable approach has seen him build ongoing relationships with his clients. Aaron has a passion for heritage projects and has completed several high-profile jobs including The Manse and The Settlement in the heart of Milton.

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Aaron’s services, New View has undergone rapid expansion, adding more quality tradesman to their team. They continually strive for excellence and are dedicated to maintaining their reputation as quality custom builders on the South Coast. New View is currently involved in a major restoration project at historic Mt Airlie House in collaboration with Cradle Design. Their progress is being filmed and documented by the ABC program, Restoration Australia, so watch out for them in an upcoming episode! Chris and Aaron are also passionate about keeping pace with new methods of construction and are presently working on putting together a sustainable building package. By exploring new materials and perfecting the use of established materials in a more energy-efficient way, the carbon footprint is lowered and the environmental impact reduced. With back-up from their partners, Amy and Emma-Kate in the office, New View has become more than just a business to Chris and Aaron. They have created a family that has supported each other through the most challenging year our community has seen in a long time. E. info@newviewbuildingsolutions.com.au @newviewbuilding

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ABOUT BENDALONG Bendalong holds a special place in the hearts of the White Wash team. Here are some of things we love about this cute, coastal village.

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The smattering of original, character-filled beach shacks that still remain. This watercolour by Peta Sankey perfectly captures their appeal.

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The bush that surrounds Bendalong makes it feel like a secluded paradise, far away from the hustle and bustle.

The abundance of water activities to be enjoyed, including paddle boarding alongside the friendly stingrays at Boat Harbour.

The first thing you notice about the new MUM office in Rowens Arcade Ulladulla is the eye-catching red branding and the sleek, modern space. Not looking like your traditional real estate office, the welcome is relaxed yet professional, and you will even be offered a coffee or a cold drink. Welcome to MUM Real Estate, an exciting new venture for principals, Chris Coffey and Katie Konrad. The pair recently rebranded from ONE AGENCY to MUM, with the clear aim of creating a unique brand, offering a genuine and innovative real estate experience. The acronym MUM stands for Milton, Ulladulla, Mollymook and they offer full-service residential, commercial and rural sales as well as residential, holiday and commercial property management. MUM is a fully independent agency, with no external franchise arrangements and all local staff. Both Chris and Katie grew up in the area and have worked together for many years. Chris is a sales professional with 19 years of experience, and Katie brings over 11 years of experience in property management. Add Julie Langlois, Caterina Loccisano and Lee Manning, and you have a winning team combining youth and experience.

“A business is only as good as the people on the team, and we have some of the best in the business,” says Chris proudly. And you might have spotted Chris scooting around town in the MUM branded Mini Cooper, a great example of their eye-catching branding. This has been a big year for the MUM team, with not only rebranding, but also relocating offices, and now they are excited to launch MUM Prestige. A specialist marketing concept for high-end properties. The team at MUM are committed to exceeding expectations and keeping ahead of the game with their innovative marketing. Community involvement is front and centre for the team at MUM who are actively involved in the SES, Men’s Shed, Apex, Red Cross, Milton-Ulladulla Business Chamber, Bendigo Community Bank and the RSL (Chris is a returned serviceman). MUM is your new home for property—covering our beautiful coast and countryside from Bawley to Bendalong and everything in between. Visit MUM Real Estate in the best-located office in town. Buying? Selling? Renting? Ask MUM! MUM Real Estate | P. 02 4455 4457 A. Shop 1, Rowens Arcade 93 Princes Highway, Ulladulla | W. mumrealestate.com.au @mum_realestate | @mumrealestate

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The ocean provides us with the oxygen we breathe and the climate that sustains us. The Take 3 organisation inspires participation in simple actions that reduce the impacts of plastic pollution and waste in the ocean and broader environment. WHO ARE TAKE 3? Through education that inspires participation, Take 3 is building a global movement of people who are connected to the planet. It’s been calculated that over 30 million pieces of rubbish have been removed from the environment due to the Take 3 For The Sea campaign. WHAT CAN WE DO? While we enjoy our beautiful beaches over summer, let’s keep our natural environment pristine by remembering to Take 3 For The Sea. Heading on an outing? Maybe it’s for a paddle at the beach, a kayak on the river, or even just a play in your local park. No matter where you’re going, make it your goal to pick up at least three pieces of rubbish from wherever you are and dispose of it thoughtfully. Each of these actions can make a huge difference. SHARE THE LOVE Tell your family and friends about how they can help. Connect with Take 3 for all the latest information, news and events. W. www.take3.org Share your photos by tagging #Take3fortheSea on Instagram. 18

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Nurses Of Milton Words by Dr Katie Macartney

While working as a local GP, I have travelled to Milton via Matron Porter Drive to care for patients at Sarah Claydon Care Centre. My daily journey has led me to ponder—who was Sarah Claydon? And who was Matron Porter? With the help of Karen Riley at Claydon Park and Cathy Stewart at the Milton-Ulladulla Historical Society, I have come to learn a great deal worth sharing about Sarah Claydon and Matron Gwenda Porter. I also found information about Sister Kitty Porter, another inspiring Milton nurse. SARAH CLAYDON Sarah Claydon was born in 1828 in Ireland and travelled with her family to Sydney as a small child. In 1836 the family moved to Coolangatta in the Shoalhaven. At just 18, Sarah married former convict Henry Claydon, and in 1851 they purchased 100 acres

of land on Croobyar Road for £100—the farm now known as Claydon Park. In an age where infectious diseases such as scarlet fever, diphtheria, rheumatic fever and measles brought high infant and maternal mortality rates, MiltonUlladulla was without a doctor. However, they were certainly blessed to have Sarah. After arriving in Milton, she began to care for those who needed her most. She nursed the sick and served as a volunteer undertaker. Unable to have children of her own, Sarah became the district midwife. She was greatly loved and highly respected by all. Sarah was only 48 when she died in 1876. She was buried in the cemetery at Claydon Park and her large tombstone, which was paid for by the Ulladulla community, sits proudly beside Henry’s. The Sarah Claydon Retirement Village in Milton, which was founded in 1981, commemorates Sarah’s service to our community.

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MATRON GWENDA PORTER Gwenda Porter arrived in Milton by bus in 1940, when the town was without electricity or town water, and the hospital was a collection of little weatherboard buildings. Gwenda and her dog, Honey lived at the hospital, and she was on call almost 24 hours a day, seven days a week. On top of her nursing duties, she also embroidered bedspreads, painted and decorated rooms and furnished the nursery out of her own pocket. She strongly advocated for and assisted in the expansion and renovation, which saw the new hospital officially opened in 1967. Gwenda was also a competent midwife providing antenatal care, postnatal care and delivering babies that would now be considered ‘high risk’ cases requiring specialist care. She was Matron of Milton Ulladulla Hospital for 32 years until her retirement in 1972 and continued living in the district until her death. When Mollymook was opened up in the 1960s, the new road from Milton to Mollymook was named Matron Porter Drive in her honour.

SISTER KITTY PORTER Katherine ‘Kitty’ Porter was born at Little Forest in 1882 and enlisted in the Australian Army Nursing Service in 1915. Her work as a nurse during World War I saw her serve in Egypt and France and rise to second in command in her hospital unit near the Somme. Kitty narrowly escaped capture by the Germans in 1918 and there is a moving tribute to her at the Australian War Memorial in Canberra. In 1919, aged 36 years, she returned home to a large public welcome in Milton. That same year, she became a matron at Randwick Military Hospital, but contracted influenza and died a few weeks later on July 16. After her death, she was awarded the Royal Red Cross for services to the injured. This decoration is for women who displayed devotion and competency in their nursing duties with the army. Kitty was buried in Waverley Cemetery with full military honours. Sarah, Gwenda and Kitty were inspiring, strong and benevolent women who prioritised caring for others. In the context of a challenging 2020 in terms of a novel viral illness, bushfires and floods; I feel it is appropriate to reflect on local women who were alive during times of world war, Spanish influenza and other infectious diseases. Not only did they survive and thrive in our local area, but they also helped care for and connect our Milton-Ulladulla community.

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Still in recovery from bushfire-related loss, Shoalhaven residents—like people the world over—have experienced increased mental health challenges in 2020. My Walk & Talk wellbeing walks are free, volunteerled walks in nature with the intention of improving wellbeing and reducing social isolation. Substantial evidence points to the increased positive affect on people’s wellbeing when they maintain important social connections. Sustainable walking practices reduce sedentary behaviour (associated with mental illness) while also lowering incidents of cardiovascular disease. Combine this with the immediate benefits of walking and connecting with our stunning natural environment, and we’re surely onto a winner. With variations in themes and speeds, everyone’s welcome: those at risk or experiencing mental health issues, and those who support them … that’s all of us! We simply chat, or not, while walking side-by-side within a small group; locals and tourists connecting and sharing their stories in a safe space. “Strong communities have strong storytelling networks.” (Wenzel et al. 2016). If you’d like to Walk & Talk, meet in front of Mollymook SLSC on Saturday mornings at 8am. For more info, find me @jules_ flowandflourish on Insta or 0412 922 699. whitewashmagazine.com.au

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Local Talent PETA WEST

Words by L eonie Marsh

With her ready smile and sunny disposition, printmaker Peta West is one of the loveliest people you will ever have the good fortune to meet. Originally from Albury, Peta and her husband discovered the South Coast through her sister in law. The couple fell in love with the region, moved to Milton 11 years ago and now reside in nearby Lake Conjola. Peta had initially worked as a wedding portrait photographer, but also enjoyed using her creative talent in other areas of art and craft. After arriving in Milton, she was a regular at the Milton Markets with her sewing. “I’ve always done something creative,” says the mother of three. “I was a pain in that sense, with stuff lying all over the house!” As a result of encouragement from her husband—“He knew how much I would enjoy it!”—Peta eventually commenced art lessons with local legend Julie Sydenham. It was in this new creative environment that Peta discovered the art of lino printing, and she never looked back. She purchased her very first lino set in 2016 from Splatters of Milton, the art shop Julie owned at the time. Julie and her assistant, Davida Penny, provided guidance for Peta as she developed her skill set. “Julie, in particular, has been a wonderful mentor to me over the years,” says Peta. “We still laugh at how many hours we spent over my very first print!”

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Left: The Lyrebird Below: Peta at Conjola with her work Spirit Bird.

Peta’s work is breathtaking in its intricacy, and it’s astonishing to think that she only began as a lino artist five years ago. She admits she has found her calling. “I was curious about it and instantly loved the process —the carving and then the printing, it’s gorgeous!” Printmaking totally consumes Peta’s artistic focus. It is quite a rigorous process and one plate can take between 50-60 hours to carve. Peta begins with the concept and the scale first, tweaking as she goes. “I love getting a blank piece of linoleum, drawing an image design on it with pencil, then carving with a handful of tools,” explains Peta. “I slowly start to bring my vision out of the carved plate. I’m always looking for the dark space, the highlights and shadows.” Then things start to get messy! Peta inks up the plate with a roller to reveal what has been left (i.e. the parts not carved away). Next, she slowly presses beautiful Japanese paper called Washi, over the ink to create an impression of her carving. After this, prints are left to dry for a few days; then they are numbered and signed. Peta’s distinctive style is quintessentially Australian, and her love for our native flora and fauna is undeniable. “I’ve had a bit of a bird run!” she laughs. “And now I’m changing themes and trying underwater scenes.” The texture she achieves in each print is extraordinary. “It looks like I print in black, but it’s actually a very dark blue called Prussian,” says Peta. “People often think my work is a digital reproduction. But it’s all done by hand here in my studio,”—a little oasis tucked away in the family’s

I’ve actually found this year has really helped me slow down and create so much more work than I usually do. tropical garden, with a custom-made art desk crafted by her husband. Peta’s talent is obvious, and her work takes lino printing to a whole other level of artistry. Her limited-edition prints are highly sought after across Australia, and she has received many glowing reviews. “I’ve often had people tell me that they feel the urge to step into my print. They can see the layers and feel like they can physically immerse themselves into the landscape. That’s pretty special.” Lake Conjola was heavily impacted by last summer’s bushfire crisis and the Wests, like many others, were deeply affected. “Last summer’s bushfires were horrific, and while cut off from the world for a week with no power, no internet, I just sat out on the back deck and carved and carved. It was very therapeutic,” she says. “I’ve actually found this year has really helped me slow down and create so much more work than I usually do.”

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JUST MARRIED The Old Church at Milton is flashing back to December 2019 and the amazing wedding of Danielle and Brett Phillips. Happy first anniversary lovers!

Danielle grew up locally and met Brett in Mollymook. They exchanged vows under a beautiful floral arbour by Poetry in Flowers. Above: Come Dance With Me - The Lyrebird. Peta recently expanded her range to include textiles and offers beautiful watercolours printed onto linen tea towels, cushion covers and table runners. “That was another organic process. The lady who helps me with my website and branding first suggested I do some products on material and it’s been popular. I began with watercolours and am now starting to merge my print skills.” The Australian native flora scenes are stunning, and Peta is now onto a second collection. “The first was all blues and soft greys, and now I’ve moved into warmer colours while introducing the lino techniques. I’ve been thrilled with how well they have been received.” Her textiles are created by a Melbourne company, and she is proud to keep all elements of production in Australia. Peta emphasises how important it is for all of us to buy Australian-made products where possible. “It’s never been more important, especially after the year we’ve all had.” Once you’ve seen Peta’s prints first hand, you can certainly understand why locals and visitors alike have warmed to her work. It is so vibrant, delicate and textured.

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So, what’s next for Peta West? “Well, I have entered into a few art awards, which is quite exciting. I was recently exhibited in Arts of the Valley (Kangaroo Valley)—my first submission! And I am a finalist for the Ravenswood Australian Women’s Art Prize”—an annual prize created to advance art and opportunity for emerging and established female artists in Australia. Out of 1500 entries, Peta was selected in the top 100. (The Prize was yet to be announced at the time of print). “I’ve enjoyed slowing down this year. As a family, we had a busy schedule of school and sport, etc., but it’s been lovely to step back and spend more time together. We promised each other we wouldn’t go back to that level of busyness and so far, we haven’t.” That sounds like the very best way to take on 2021, and if it means more prolific output by this exceptional local artist, then none of us are complaining! Peta is exhibiting at Milton Work Hub through the Summer (Studio 10, 23 Wason St, Milton). Viewings every Friday at 9am—12 noon or by appointment.

A celebratory feast, provided by Small Town, was enjoyed by family and friends in the marquee.

The green paddocks behind the Old Church provide a perfect backdrop for photos of the wedding party.

While guests danced the night away to Soul Tonic, the bride and groom stole a romantic moment in the beautiful gardens. Credit: Pollard Photo

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VIOLET & LION

Happy 2nd Birthday

Violet and Lion is the creative entity of Katie McCarthy, whose jewellery and herbal teas are a true expression of herself.

Katie started making jewellery while living in Kalgoorlie. “I like to refer to myself as a metal artist creating wearable art using stones and metals from the earth. I work predominantly with recycled sterling silver and strive to source my stones as ethically as possible.” Now back in her hometown of Ulladulla, Katie has incorporated an oceaninspired vibe to her current jewellery designs. Since studying naturopathy, Katie has also added a range of herbal teas to her brand. Katie draws inspiration for her jewellery from the world around her. “I think Mother Nature creates some spectacular specimens that I have the honour of using to create beautiful pieces.” W. violetandlion.bigcartel.com E. violetandlion@outlook.com @violetandlion

MILTON PHARMACY

Pharmacists Leeza and Andy Vuong escaped the hustle and bustle of life in Sydney and relocated to the South Coast in 2016. This summer, the siblings proudly celebrate two years of owning Milton Pharmacy. Growing up in south-western Sydney, Andy and Leeza have strong memories of their local pharmacist and the way he always engaged in personal and meaningful interactions with his patients. Those early influences, combined with an interest in science, led to them both deciding to study pharmacy at the University of Sydney. Andy has a Bachelor of Pharmacy and was a finalist in this year’s Terry White Chemmart Pharmacist of the Year. Leeza has a Masters of Pharmacy, is a home medication review pharmacist and holds a Graduate Certificate in Diabetes Education. Both are trained to give vaccinations and are continually upskilling to provide better service to their patients. “My interest in diabetes management stemmed from the recognition that it was becoming an all too common condition amongst Australians,” says Leeza, who herself experienced Gestational Diabetes during her pregnancy with twins. In what has been a difficult year, the team at Milton Pharmacy has worked hard to ensure there was

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limited disruption to their essential services. Amidst the bushfires, they liaised with the RFS to deliver vital medications to their customers and provided muchneeded supplies such as asthma puffers, masks and hand sanitiser to SES and RFS workers. During the pandemic, Leeza and Andy have upgraded their dose administration systems to increase efficiency with packaged medications, and they are also increasing their home delivery service as demand has grown dramatically. Their contactless services such as click and collect, shopping online, and home delivery are all accessible by booking on the Terry White Chemmart phone app. Inside the pharmacy, Leeza and Andy have created spaces that allow them to interact and build relationships with their patients privately and confidentially. “We always envisioned Terry White Chemmart Milton to be a friendly and safe place where you can ask questions, and we can help you understand all of the medications you’ve been prescribed,” says Andy. “We strive to implement evidence-based suggestions and work alongside your doctor to get the best out of your medicines. We are always improving and finding new ways to reach our patients during their times of need.” Andy and Leeza would like to thank their amazing team and the people of Milton who have welcomed them so warmly.

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Great Gable Words by Jem Quinn

West Coast, indie four-piece Great Gable, graced the masses in August this year with their much-anticipated debut album, Tracing Faces. After a string of standout EPs, the Bunbury crew have continued their upward trajectory and expanded on some of their previous sounds. The album features a few new shades, taking cues from Brit Pop heroes such as Blur, Oasis and the Arctic Monkeys. Local to Bunbury, Alex (vocals and guitar) and Matt (lead guitar) grew up playing cricket together. After a year in the UK testing his mettle with the bat and ball, Alex returned to Oz and hung up the creams in favour of his guitar and music. Alex met Callum while studying music at university and Chris joined the fold shortly thereafter. When quizzed about their talents in the early days, Alex was quick to play it down. “We were just mucking around emulating bands we liked,” he noted. “Bands like Sticky Fingers and later on, Ocean Alley, were huge for us.” Those influences explain the dub/reggae flavours on tracks like Drift, which has quietly amassed nearly 12 million Spotify plays even without much radio attention.

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Tracing Faces was recorded in the rolling green hills of the Byron Bay hinterland at the iconic Music Farm. The crew were fortunate enough to enlist the production talents of Oz music royalty and friend of the band, Matt Corby, along with co-producer Alex Henriksson. “We had a great time recording the album,” says Alex. “We had 15 days locked in the studio with Corbs. He’s such a legend and really did a great job with the album. He brought the best out of us.” The album itself opens with the title track, Tracing Faces and the Brit Pop influence is truly evident. Then the upbeat, high octane indie-rock stomper Blur kicks in, channelling the fuzzy guitars of King Gizzard and The Lizard Wizard. Just when you think the album is going to be wall to wall bangers, the guys shift down a few gears and strip it back on the melodic slow jam, Deep End, which highlights the exquisite vocal talents of the humble front man. “I guess if you’re singing around your mates when you’re young and they don’t tell you to shut up, maybe you’re not too bad,” jokes Alex when asked about his early talent as a vocalist. Not content with any particular style or tempo, the album meanders through genres and styles showing the bands newfound range and diversity, and then closing with the anthemic crescendo, All My Friends.

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When chatting about the booming Perth music scene, Alex was quick to point out other local compatriots who are doing big things. “The Perth scene is so good right now. Psychedelic Porn Crumpets are killing it! Spacey Jane, Methyl Ethel, there’s so much good stuff coming out of Perth.” The COVID period did little to dampen the enthusiasm of the band who are seemingly riding high off the back of the album release and still writing more material. “We still have 20 plus songs ready to go,” says Alex. “We hope to be in the recording studio again sooner rather than later.” At the time of the chat the band was in the midst of their largely sold-out West Oz tour and were looking forward to rebooking the postponed Australia / New Zealand tour early in the new year. While we stay tuned for east coast dates announcements, be sure to get around the varied delights of Tracing Faces over the summer break.

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On September 26th, with strong support from Treading Lightly Inc, seven local warriors conquered seven summits to raise awareness about protecting our precious local environment.

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WHO: The participants were Chris Zinon (Big Nature Adventures), Chris Hayward, Jonah McGovern, Patrick Wilson, Tom Walmsley, Ice Schaap and James Bewley. Backing up the team was Leo Page from Mollymook Fine Wines & Ales. WHAT: In just 13 hours (from base camp at Coyoyoo Creek and back) they climbed The Castle, Shrouded Gods, Mt Donjon, Mt Cole, Mt Owen, Mt Nibelung and Mt Mooryan in the Budawang National Park.

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Get crafty this Christmas and create your own beautiful wreath from the garden. We recommend using seeded eucalyptus however any variety will work. Materials: • Seeded eucalyptus • Strong scissors • A wire coat hanger reshaped into a circle • Floral wire • Wire cutters 1. Cut the eucalyptus into individual branches and trim away any bulky parts. 2. Wind floral wire along the main stem of each branch then attach branches to circle. 3. Slightly overlap each branch so there are no gaps. 4. Add in other bits and pieces to make it your own. Perhaps some dried flowers from your garden, or some pine cones or berries for the perfect finishing touch. 5. Hang at the door ready to greet your guests.

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Christmas and the extended holidays can be stressful for separated parents. However, with careful planning, everyone can look forward to making the season more enjoyable. Here are some tips to assist you:

1. PLAN EARLY Plan early to avoid unnecessary anxiety. It is best for everyone, especially the children, to know well ahead what the plans are.

2. HAVE PLANS IN WRITING Verbal agreements may work when there is a level of goodwill between parents, however, if tension arises or there is a misunderstanding about the arrangements, stress and conflict will result. For this reason, setting out the arrangements in writing is the best way to proceed. Consider a handwritten document signed and dated by both parents or a Parenting Plan can be drafted by lawyers or mediators. 3. NEGOTIATING WITH YOUR CHILD’S OTHER PARENT If you cannot come to an agreement between yourselves, you might consider engaging with a mediator—an impartial dispute resolution practitioner who assists couples to reach a resolution.

Alternatively, you may wish to speak to a specialist family lawyer to obtain advice. 4. CHRISTMAS DAY If you are sharing Christmas Day, consider the impact on the children—limit the number of handovers and travel time. If your children are at an age where their views should be taken into account, consult them. This can make negotiations more focused on what will make their Christmas enjoyable. Recognise that children may be confused or sad about not having both parents with them for the whole day. Some flexibility and generosity are likely to encourage cooperation for future parenting arrangements. 5. AVOID CONFLICT The children’s ability to enjoy Christmas will be impacted when there is a conflict between their parents. Poor communication can also be made worse if extended family members ‘take sides’, ignoring the needs of children to spend time with both parents. Speak to family members requesting support. Fortunately, most parents will cooperate to enable the children to enjoy Christmas surrounded by the love and support of family. For separated couples, this will occur when they always strive to communicate clearly and practice flexibility while focusing on the needs of the children.

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HAPPY SNAPS

The gorgeous Ana Kohunui is pretty happy about turning 10!

Keeping The Faith

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Anna Weekes and Cohen Smith were married on October 3rd at Woodburn.

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Laura Tipppett going for a slide on a perfect day at Narrawallee Beach.

It’s unquestionably been a turbulent year. When the NSW lockdown was implemented in March, Milton Work Hub had just celebrated its first birthday. But with newly acquired home-schooling commitments and a lease up for renewal, founders Jono and Leonie Marsh felt it was best to close their doors. “We just didn’t know how long the lockdown would go for—none of us did!” recalls Leonie. “We also wanted to be sensitive to many of our members, especially the freelancers, whose work commitments had drastically changed in the space of a few weeks.” After a four-month hiatus, they hadn’t lost faith in this dynamic town or their business, and in September the Marshes reopened the doors. “It’s a larger space, closer to town,” quips Jono. Three doors up from their original studio on Wason St, Milton Work Hub 2.0 enjoys expansive ocean views and is a hop skip to the main drag of Milton and the local school. Elegantly styled by Meg Barton from Dwell 35° South, the new space is both charming and welcoming. “We definitely have confidence in this town. There is growth in this new era of living-with-Covid, and we are welcoming many new members who have recently relocated from the cities to our coast.”

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It’s certainly a great time to be a remote worker. The stigma of working from home has been quashed by the pandemic, as companies realise their employees will still deliver high-quality work from wherever they are. “As long as we have a good WIFI connection, our members have proven time and again they can successfully work from here. And fit in a surf!” laughs Leonie. Coworking has been proven to increase productivity, networking and a sense of belonging. Creating new connections and work partnerships has been a highlight for many Hub members, including original member Kate Corson. “After working from home for nearly 12 months, I was desperate to re-connect with like-minded people,” says Kate. “I love the friendly yet professional atmosphere, where we can be social, but still put our heads down and get work done. It’s become a little haven away from home and made work feel fresh again.” The Hub often exhibits local artists and has recently collaborated with Kate McBride on @weekend_window. It is also an official stockist for Annabelle Hickson’s new publication GALAH, celebrating modern voices from regional Australia. @miltonworkhub | A. Studio 10, 23 Wason St, Milton E. miltonworkhub@gmail.com

A cacophony of birdsong greets you at the boardwalk. To identify birds, you see them with your ears first, and that’s all you may see, but be patient, don’t be in a hurry.

Milton Rainforest

Words by Patrick Faulconer. Illustration by Kyla Stone

As an arrival from the ‘old dart,’ one of the pastimes I miss the most is the ability to amble unhindered along the extensive national footpath network. One moment you are walking through a field of corn; then hopping over a stile into a bluebell wood; only to reappear alongside some ancient folly erected in memory of a long lost love. The closest I have come to this is the Milton Rainforest Walk. A remnant of Milton Ulladulla Subtropical Rainforest. A tuckedaway little gem of nature, gallantly managed by dedicated volunteers keeping it in walking condition and fighting perpetual weed wars. I suggest that an hour would be a reasonable time allocated to this gentle meander. Leave the headphones at home, or you will miss the abundant birdlife. You may also have the

opportunity to talk to a fellow perambulator, socially distancing, of course. Park at the beautifully located Milton Swimming Pool and head down Church Street in a northerly direction. It appears you are about to disappear into a straggle of bush which is the walk’s natural lychgate. Follow the last house of Church Street and skirt west along the boundary of Milton School. Peering down into the grazed and thistle strewn gully to the north gives you an idea of why the rainforest formed here in these protected culverts. A cacophony of birdsong greets you at the boardwalk. To identify birds, you see them with your ears first, and that’s all you may see, but be patient, don’t be in a hurry. Wait and observe. At the end of the boardwalk, the volunteers have created a natural vine archway, and now you are in the forest ‘proper’. Carefully tread down the steps to the Palm Gorge. Whip birds may be heard here. Take a left uphill and above

you is one of the largest Kurrajong trees in this area. Then the path proceeds to the hidden delight of this venture. A community-built shelter appears with a central prayer wheel erected by 400 volunteers in 1997. It was the expression of one person’s belief in the essential goodness and cooperative nature of people. That man was Wallace Burns. He encouraged all sectors of the community to come together and record their activities in some form or another. There are many artworks attached to the structure. Wallace considered this would be a tangible sign that humans have more in common than we have differences; that society carries the fears and expectations of people forward to achieve similar goals. We could certainly do with a few more like Wallace Burns at the moment! Leave the hut north and keep to the left. You arrive at farmland with vistas up to a magnificent parabolic Cook Island Pine tree. (They all arch towards the equator). The ocean, open fields and St Georges Head can be seen before you tuck back down into the rainforest. Follow your nose and the well-trodden path back to the Palm Gorge, remembering to stop, listen and look for avian life. Then follow your tracks back to the Milton Pool where a refreshing dip awaits. You will be back, but next time take a flask and go a bit slower, maybe some binoculars to see and hear the birdlife. If you would like to be involved in looking after this rainforest as a volunteer, then contact Peter Swanson from Shoalhaven City Council on 0436 397 065.

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ZER0 WASTE XMAS WRAPPING

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Give a gift this Xmas with the environment in mind. Check out these creative wrapping ideas that don’t need to be tossed in the bin!

REUSE FABRIC Reusing fabric is a great way to cut waste and create beautiful wrappings. Try a scarf, an old t-shirt, a handkerchief, napkin or tablecloth and cut to the right size. Also, check out Furoshiki for wrapping techniques!

What Goes Up Must Come Down Words by Sean Carson from the Bureau Of Meteorology

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During the summer of 2019/20, record heat injected vast amounts of energy into our atmosphere and oceans. We are now seeing that release of energy in the form of powerful storms producing heavy rainfall.

DIG OUT OLD PAPER Get creative and dig through the draws to find paper you can reuse. Old maps, pages from a book, an old newspaper or a magazine all make eyecatching wrapping.

We saw a similar weather trend as recently as last decade when the Canberra and Victorian bushfires punctuated a prolonged period of heat and drought which was followed by heavy rains and floods across eastern Australia in 2010-2012. La Nina is the name given to the phenomena that cause the oceans to release latent heat and humidity into our skies, and such a weather cycle has taken a grip over eastern Australia this past spring. Comparing the rainfalls across our region this year

to the last, we can see just how strong the impact is. In the year to date ( Jan 1 to Nov 1), the Ulladulla Weather station recorded rainfall of 1473mm, while the total rainfall recorded in 2019 ( Jan 1 to Dec 31) was 662mm. The majority of rainfall events across the South Coast are triggered from fronts and troughs moving across the continent. Last year, northerly winds ahead of such weather features would feed scorching, desert air from central Australia down over the populated eastern seaboard. This year, however, the high-pressure systems centred over the Tasman Sea combined with the easterly trade winds to its north are capturing the increased water vapour that is evaporating from the warmer than average oceans and feeding this moisture across northern Australia.

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The highlight, however, should be provided by spectacular and frequent lightning shows that will bring an end to the warm, humid days making that evening cold drink on the verandah the cheapest source of entertainment this summer.

When the approaching fronts and troughs move across the landscape, they pick up this humid air and drag it south, causing it to lift high into the atmosphere to form cloud, rain and thunderstorms. The La Nina is still building in strength and is likely to peak early in the new year, and this will continue to push the weather from the tropics further south. The increase in humidity does limit the extreme peak of what maximum temperatures can potentially achieve on the hottest of days. As such, we are likely only to reach the low to mid 30’s Celsius this summer as opposed to the low 40’s experienced during last summer. But don’t be fooled into thinking that means a cool summer! Still expect a warm summer with frequent hot, sticky and sleepless nights. Lawnmowers, cicadas, birds and mosquitos will rumble, resonate, sing and buzz

through the air in greater abundance. Our beaches are likely to see increased summer surf as the trade wind swells from the north coast point further south, and an increase in tropical cyclone frequency across the Pacific Ocean is also forecast. The highlight, however, should be provided by spectacular and frequent lightning shows that will bring an end to the warm, humid days making that evening cold drink on the verandah the cheapest source of entertainment this summer. La Nina will likely subside towards the end of the summer season as the rain that falls from the sky cools the warm oceans below that were driving the system. After consecutive extreme summers of heat and fire, storms and rain, a sequence of more benign seasons are likely to follow as the atmosphere finds some equilibrium.

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BODY ALIGN PHYSIO

YOUR WELLBEING

TRAINING WITH AN INJURY With summer on our doorstep, I’m sure everyone is keen to get back into the gym and onto the local sporting field.

But what do you do if you start to feel a little ache or niggle? Should you stop the activity and lose motivation? The short answer is no. These tips are specific to overuse/load-related injuries, i.e. ones that arise over some time. It is important not to continue with an acute injury, i.e. one with a severe and sudden onset. There are some load-related injuries that you do need to rest, e.g. a stress fracture. However, having too much rest can lead to increased fear and a lack of confidence when returning to action. If you have an injury and want to keep training, here are some options:

• I f the injured part is sensitive, train another body part and give your injured joint relative rest. • Modify the activity, reduce training time, do fewer weights and decrease your range of motion. • Talk to your medical practitioner or coach about what other activities you can do to keep up your fitness. Most injuries (apart from a couple of serious ones) will recover more quickly with some movement and a reduction of poor movement patterns.

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In Full Bloom

FRANKIEFLEUR

Kristin Kalemusic is the face behind frankiefleur, a boutique studio-based floristry service, located in Mollymook on the beautiful South Coast. Kristin confesses to an obsession with floral design and describes her house as a veritable oasis of lush plants and freshly cut flowers. Frankiefleur came to life earlier this year and almost immediately, Kristin was faced with the major setbacks that 2020 has thrown our way. Despite the difficulties of trying to establish her fledgling business during such unprecedented events, Kristin decided to use the enforced quiet period to her advantage. “I took the time to really focus on elements that fall into the dark when work is extra busy! I have set up a studio space for all of my floristry work and wedding preparation. Fortunately, I don’t have to pay rent for a shop front and working from home gives me so much more flexibility time-wise. I have also created a brand new website to showcase my work, and I’ve had time to source and create some unique styling-elements to feature in future ceremonies.” Before venturing out on her own Kristin had two years experience in both retail floristry and the wedding industry. “I have had the privilege of working alongside some amazing people at some extraordinary

wedding locations along the South Coast.” When it comes to weddings, Kristin’s main aim at frankiefleur is to minimise the stress for both the bride and groom. She offers a full floral service from the bouquets, to the ceremony and on to the reception. “We offer warm, intimate and unique floral styling for weddings and events throughout the South Coast, Southern Highlands, Sydney and Canberra.” As well as weddings, frankiefleur also creates preserved arrangements as a little side hustle. “Preserved flowers are a huge hit this year and are a unique styling element to anyone’s home or workspace. They are available in almost every colour and last a lifetime!” Although 2020 hasn’t been an ideal time to start a business, optimism and positivity have been of absolute key importance to Kristin and she is very much looking forward to next year. “I am super pumped to see what 2021 has in store for frankiefleur. We kickstart back to our wedding season on the 2nd of January and will be working at some absolutely breathtaking venues, including Worrowing and The Woods Farm. Be sure to follow our social media accounts to stay up to date and don’t forget to check out our beautiful, new website.” @frankiefleur._ | W. frankiefleur.com E. Kristin.frankielfeur@gmail.com | M. 0429 402 666

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PINK PASTA SALAD From L eigh Tait

Latest Chapter PEBBLY BEACH ESCAPE “This very simple recipe was handed to me by a neighbourhood friend about 35 years ago. It became a favourite of ours at Christmas, so much so that the Christmas table seems incomplete without this salad.” Ingredients: • 250gm pasta (shell shapes work well) • 1 cup mayonnaise • ½ cup tomato paste • 1 clove crushed garlic • Cooked and freshly peeled prawns • Fresh parsley, chopped Method: 1. Mix together the mayonnaise, tomato paste and garlic. 2. Cook the pasta to package directions, drain and cool. 3. Stir through the mayo dressing and a handful of chopped fresh parsley. 4. Add as many prawns as you like!

Anyone who has ever taken the winding road off the highway down through the forest of spotted gums towards Pebbly Beach knows that a special place awaits: with white sand, clear water and kangaroos grazing beachside, Pebbly is known worldwide as an iconic destination. Now there is another, unique attraction at Pebbly Beach, with the old shacks on the south side of the cove recently transformed into luxury accommodation —‘Pebbly Beach Escape’. The renovation of the old beach shacks, the first of which was built back in the 1940s, has been done with a delicate touch. There is still the laid back vibe of the classic beach shack experience, with a curious magpie on the deck and the sound of the ocean in every room—but inside is high-end luxury, with five star bedding, bathrooms and kitchen. This is the latest chapter in the fascinating story of this property. Development on the land started with a timber mill in the 1920s. Then, just after the second world war, an elegant, willowy Russian woman was taking a holiday from running her popular café in Sydney’s Kings Cross, when she crested the hill that looked down to Pebbly and fell in love with what she saw.

Ursula Schwallbach, known as ‘Ushka’, left the city to start her dream of building holiday cabins. She set up a small store, where a cow provided fresh milk, and Pebbly became a destination for families. Poets and writers who knew Ushka from King Cross visited, the pristine environment a source of inspiration for their work. Since Ushka, the property has only been owned by three other families, the Higgins/McFarlanes and now the Anders. The Anders family saw how special it was—and ready for a makeover. To help with the transformation, they’ve teamed up with Colin Bailie—the owner and creator of the award-winning ‘glamping’ experience at nearby Shallow Crossing, ‘The Escape’. Bailie is adept at bringing luxury experiences into remote bush settings. The result is a modern, environmentally friendly, luxury experience by the ocean. 100% off grid, the property is powered by solar energy with the latest Tesla system and UV treated water. This is a destination for those who want to commune with nature but not compromise on five star facilities. A. Lot 115, Pebbly Beach Access Road, Pebbly Beach NSW 2536 | P. 02 4478 7581 | E. info@pebblybeach.com.au, W. www.pebblybeach.com.au

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Located in Bawley Point on the picturesque South Coast, Willinga Park is one of Australia’s leading equestrian centres, and an events destination renowned for its exceptional quality and unique beauty. Just 2.5 hours northeast of Canberra and 3.5 hours south of Sydney, the remarkable locality provides an opportunity for delegates to disconnect from the office, immerse themselves in nature and collaborate. A multi-purpose venue, Willinga Park is complemented by award-winning architecture, stateof-the-art audio-visual equipment, refined catering options and luxury accommodation, all surrounded by incredible natural landscapes. The main feature of the conference centre is a breathtaking, architecturally-designed, 350sqm event hall. This exceptional space can host a range of events, from small to medium scale conferences, corporate retreats, meetings, functions, and expos. A private functions bar and restaurant is connected to the main hall, with tailored catering and drinks packages available. The boardroom provides a sophisticated space to meet, collaborate and share

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ideas. It has the capacity for 20 people and the convenience of proximity to both the event hall and luxury on-site accommodation. Freestanding pavilions provide luxurious accommodation and a retreat for visitors to enjoy privacy and comfort during their stay. Spacious and self-contained, the pavilions boast complimentary WiFi, elegant interiors and uninterrupted northfacing views. In addition, participants can re-energise between events with exclusive use of on-site facilities, including a heated swimming pool, alfresco dining area and barbeques. Adding to the already impressive conference facilities and accommodation are the Willinga Park gardens, including ten acres of grazing country that has been transformed into a vibrant, natural wonderland. With predominantly native Australian plants and water features throughout, it is a great space to relax and enjoy downtime during your event. A permanent sculpture collection with a variety of intriguing works by national and international sculptors will help inspire creativity and grand thinking. For unrivalled conference and event facilities on the South Coast, look no further than Willinga Park.

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Maddy is passionate about helping businesses unravel their true identity and communicating this through unique branding and design tailored to each client’s needs. The studio’s style is playful, straightforward and sophisticated. Maddy takes great consideration with each project, diving deep and touching on all points in artistic, strategic and creative ways. LiTL Studio is excited to connect with small businesses near and far to offer new-age branding, digital and print media, web and social media design, illustration and merchandise. You’ll find all the good stuff on the studio’s website. While you’re there swing an email, tell Maddy your dreams and vision, she loves a chat. W. litlstudiodesigns.com.au E. maddy@litlstudiodesigns.com.au @litlstudio

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The Myrtle Beach Unconformity Words by Jem Quinn

Itʼs not easy to imagine life on earth 480 million years ago when Australia made up part of the supercontinent Gondwana alongside India, Africa, Antarctica and South America, and the majority of the earth was covered with seawater. In geological time, this period was known as the Ordovician Period. It was preceded by the Cambrian Period, which saw the most incredible diversity of life emerge in the seas. This intense explosion of evolution continued in the Ordovician, as marine life flourished and primitive plants began to appear on the landscapes of earth. But that growth came to an abrupt halt 45 million years later with an ice age, and mass extinction saw life disappear from the shallow seas. This was the curtain call for the Ordovician period.

Fast forward 144 million years, and several geological periods later the sea levels on the planet had receded and the Pangea landmass sprawled across the equator reaching both poles to the north and south. This period was known as the Permian. The earth was warming, glaciers were receding, and vast swathes of intercontinental areas were becoming more arid. Terrestrial land animals like Dimetrodon began walking the earth with lizard-like bodies and large sails upon their back. This period also came to a cataclysmic end with the earth's most severe extinction event to date. Despite being separated by an incomprehensible 144 million years, these two vastly different slices of the earth's history can be observed sidled up alongside each other in our beautiful corner of the South Coast. Nestled in the Murramarang National Park, is Myrtle Beach where a

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Framed beautifully by the surrounding untouched bushland and golden sands of a classic South Coast beach this geological window to the past could easily go unnoticed in such picturesque surrounds. 480 million-year-old representative of the Ordovician Period, known as the Lachlan Fold Belt, lies directly beneath the younger and more familiar Sydney Sandstone of the Permian. The Sydney Sandstone lazily stretches out above its Ordovician counterpart in the cliff face at the beach’s northern end. (See photo 1) Framed beautifully by the surrounding untouched bushland and golden sands of a classic South Coast beach this geological window to the past could easily go unnoticed in such picturesque surrounds. A word of warning for the uninitiated who decide to visit Myrtle Beach, clothes are optional in this neck of the woods. For the geologically curious a short walk north to Emily Miller Beach and the adjacent Wasp Head will reveal some more obvious geological features presented in the rock platforms. Precipitation of iron and silica in the joints of the aforementioned Sydney sandstone beds of the Permian have lithified. The wind and wave action of the exposed headland has eaten away at the sandstone within, leaving the intricate jointing standing proud in a feature known as Box Work. (See photo 2) The honeycomb-like texture in other parts of the sandstone has been caused by saltwater and spray seeping into the porous sandstone and crystallizing. This has exerted pressure on the host rock causing its fabric to break apart and erode in weird and wonderful ways. (See photo 3) Finally, the striking, concentric red-yellow banding which cuts through the bedding layers of the sandstone is known as Liesegang Banding. This was caused by groundwater percolating through the rocks, taking iron, transporting it, and precipitating it out in concentric banding patterns. (See photo 4). Who knew that such unique geological jewels were hidden away in our own backyard?

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'TIS THE SEASON TO REDUCE AND RECYCLE

The 12 Doâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s For Xmas Originally from Planet Arc. Adapted for the South Coast.

Buy good quality decorations that can be reused year after year, or make your own. See our DIY eucalyptus wreath column on page 30.

Set up a recycling station for your workplace Christmas party and make sure the signage is clear so that no matter how much fun everyone is having, they know where the recycling goes. Download signage from: BusinessRecycling.com.au.

Give gifts with a lower environmental impact. Experiences like learning to surf and stand up paddle boarding along with practical, durable items that meet a need, are great options.

Use paper wrapping and reuse or recycle it afterwards. For extra points, choose recycled content paper. Check out our recycled wrapping ideas on page 34.

Plan ahead to prevent food wastage. For tips on serving sizes, the best way to store food, and recipes that use leftovers, visit LoveFoodHateWaste.nsw.gov.au

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Compost or worm farm your unavoidable food scraps. Fruits and vegetables and their peels, pits and seeds are all perfect for composting and watch your garden flourish.

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Flatten aluminium cans, milk and juice cartons, and cardboard boxes to save space in your recycling bin. If your bin is too full, store the excess until your next collection, drop it at a recycling facility, or check if your council offers additional collection services.

Most of your drink packaging is recyclable, including aluminium cans, juice cartons, and glass and plastic bottles. However try and avoid plastic as much as possible. Check what’s recyclable in your area at RecyclingNearYou.com.au.

If you give or receive a mobile phone, make sure you recycle the old one through MobileMuster or Shoalhaven Council (Ulladulla Office).

If you’re giving a battery-operated gift, give a battery recharger and rechargeable batteries too—it’ll save the recipient money! For information on battery recycling, visit RecyclingNearYou.com.au. You can also recycle them at ALDI.

Reduce the impact of your holiday travelling and fuel costs by making sure your tyres are pumped up and your engine is tuned. Try and hold off on the AC! Car pool where possible and remember to recycle old car oil, tyres and batteries —to find out where, visit RecyclingNearYou.com.au

If you choose a live Christmas tree, check the Shoalhaven City Council website for green waste disposal options. shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au

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“We fight to save what we love. We need to be in nature, to return to our true nature, to be held and awed by it, to love it wildly. So that we will fight for it.” FROM THIS ONE WILD AND PRECIOUS LIFE BY SARAH WILSON. PHOTOGRAPH BY DEAN DAMPNEY FROM BEAUTY AND THE BOGEY - ISSUE #7

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