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2508 CONTENTS LETTERS 04 Welcome to the first issue of 2508: District News NEWS 06 Snakes Alive! Two pet pythons found, one at large 16 grand pacific walk What residents think of council’s plans BUSINESS 20 Q&A With Southern Sports Physiotherapy 21 Trade secrets of a party photo booth operator LIFESTYLE 10 Cover story Meet Coalcliff’s rising surf star 13 Gardening How to grow the perfect roses

14 sweets for your sweet Valentine’s treats 15 Food for little souls Mmm, chocolate mousse 17 Dr Rip’s Science of the Surf Find out where sand comes from 18 Cicadas Why they’re bugging us 22 Motoring Is Isuzu’s D-Max dual-cab ute any good?

23 Travel Go camping with kids in Jervis Bay 24 H’burgh firies Hard at work with local heroes 26 What’s on New kids’ session at the library SPORT 38 tennis It’s playtime!

39 junior soccer Kick off 44 Tigers Set for a big year

Cover image by Anthony Warry Photography; www.anthonywarry.tumblr.com

MEET OUR CONTRIBUTORS Dr Rob Brander Sara Newnham

– aka ‘Dr Rip’ – is a coastal geomorphologist and Associate Professor at the University of New South Wales in Sydney. A resident of Stanwell Park, he’s been studying beaches for 25 years, starting in Canada where water temperatures convinced him come to Australia to do his PhD. He is an international expert on rip currents and runs a beach safety education program called The Science of the Surf (www.scienceofthesurf. com). He is the author of the bestselling book Dr Rip’s Essential Beach Guide.

Natalie Cattley

is a local mum, Registered Nurse and food blogger who loves to cook for her family. In her career, Natalie has seen first-hand what can happen to the body and mind when they are mistreated and abused. “Life is to be enjoyed, treasured and nurtured and I believe this starts with what you put into your body – nutritious, wholesome, home-cooked food,” says Natalie.

In her blog, she shares recipes, stories and challenges that come with feeding a family. foodforlittlesouls.com

Sara Newnham writes our gardening page.

She is a passionate horticulturist with nearly 20 years’ experience. Starting as a landscaper, she soon discovered a love for plants and design. She has managed many nurseries, retail and wholesale, around Sydney. While raising four children, she worked and studied conservation and land management, natural area restoration, floristry and landscape design. Sara now runs Creativescapes, a garden design and maintenance business (contact 0451 196 646).

anthony warry

is a professional photographer who was born and raised in the Sutherland Shire and still lives there today.

A keen surfer, he spent the early part of his career as a senior photographer for Waves magazine and later moved into the off-road travel lifestyle, shooting for Australia’s top 4x4 and outdoor travel magazines. In his spare time, Anthony loves to travel and finds great joy in documenting each journey. Follow his blog www.anthonywarry.tumblr.com or email anthonywarry@hotmail.com.

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DISTRICT NEWS Editors

Genevieve Swart, Marcus Craft

Art director Brendon Wise

Consulting editor Angela Fagerstrom

Ad design Wendy Gergos

Regular contributors

Rob Brander, Sara Newnham, Natalie Cattley, Anthony Warry

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Our cover stars Billie Melinz and was shot by Anthony Warry.

Who should be on our next cover? Email us at editor@ 2508mag.com.au

Letter from the editors

Welcome to the first issue of 2508: District News. The name’s new but the magazine’s not – we are simply carrying on a grand tradition of community news in the ‘Burgh and surrounds.

To give you a quick historical snapshot: first came the volunteer-run Helensburgh District News. That closed in December 2010 and Angela Fagerstrom’s Helensburgh & District Herald took over.

Now it’s time for another change. But don’t worry: the magazine has a new design and new columnists, but we’re keeping the emphasis on good, strong, local content. We’ll also continue to put local businesses in touch with local people via the very popular “Services Directory”.

Our first deadline has included all of the traditional dramas of journalism – late yarns, late nights and tech failures – but we must

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thank Angela, art director Brendon Wise and ad designer Wendy Gergos for all of their hard work in helping to get this issue published.

Email us at editor@2508mag.com.au. We’d love to hear from you. Story ideas are welcome.

Thanks for reading, Genevieve Swart and Marcus Craft

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The team at Symbio Wildlife Park would like to thank our local community for their continued support, and we take this opportunity to wish you a Happy New Year.

We hope that you all enjoyed the festive season with your families and loved ones, and had the opportunity for some rest and relaxation.

Michelle Aldred Employee Relations and Administration Manager Symbio Wildlife Park

Thanks, says Otford RFS

Otford Rural Fire Brigade would like to thank local businesses and the community of 2508 who have continued to support us over the past 12 months. An extra special thank you to The Centennial Hotel, Helensburgh Worker’s, Geoff Gordon, Phil Brown – Automotive Group Training, Norm Stibbard – ADCD Electrical, the Coleman Family, Colin and Nikola Stubbs, Warren Shearer & WAVES 2508, The Fish Mine, Helensburgh Butchery, Al’s Gourmet Meats, Binner’s Farm & Grima Bros Fresh Market.

This support is greatly appreciated.

The Officers & Members of Otford RFS. 2508 Write to us at editor@2508mag.com.au

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2508 NEWS

Jackie Dee rocks Tamworth sweet and soulful songs were a hit at the 42nd annual country music fest. 2508: district news reports.

The ‘Burgh’s own singer-songwriter Jackie Dee opened her final gig at the Tamworth Country Music Festival on Saturday, January 25, with Doors and Windows, the title track from her latest album.

“When a door closes, sometimes a window opens,” she told the crowd of relaxed punters, sheltering from the heat under a row of plane trees at Bicentennial Park, their view of the stage occasionally interrupted by a procession of camels clad in cowboy hats and carrying tourists. “This is a first,” Jackie told the crowd.

“I’ve never sung to camels before.”

Jackie finished her set with a rocking rendition of Trampoline, a song about bouncing back, and likely to be her next single.

The singer and her band had a great time at

Jackie Dee, live on stage at Tamworth’s Bicentennial Park.

Tamworth, playing at popular venues, such as the Central Hotel. Jackie was nominated for the New Songwriter’s Award in the Tamworth Songwriters Association/Australian Performing Rights Association’s Songwriters Awards 2014, but didn’t win. “It was still a huge honour and I’m told it’s a very difficult category to win!” she told us. 2508

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snakes alive!

Two pet diamond pythons have been found, but one is still missing in stanwell park.

“It’s about 2.1m, a nice yellow colour,” says licensed reptile keeper Ian Battishall, of Station Street. “It’s got yellow diamonds all over it. It would be between 2.1 and 2.4m. I called it Baguette, as in baguette diamonds.”

When the snakes escaped from their backyard cage in December, Ian issued a plea for help, delivering notes titled “Great Escape – Pet Snakes on the loose” to Stanwell Park mailboxes.

Ian – who has kept snakes for about 25 years – was concerned for his pets’ safety as they had been hand reared on frozen rats and were not accustomed to catching live prey. His only male snake had the sense to stay in his cage, but the three females found a hole where the cage floor had cracked and slithered out to explore.

His notes had a good response – many residents were more amused than anxious. “I had lots of people ringing up,” he says. One snake was spotted in bushland near the Surf Club; his wife collected it. Another was curled up behind bikes in a nearby doctor’s garage. On another occasion, Ian was called to fetch one of “his” snakes on Beach Road, but discovered it was a false alarm – merely a large, wild snake.

Diamond pythons naturally occur in the 2508 area and their patterns are as unique as fingerprints, making identification easy for those in the know. They are not venomous; they kill by suffocation. In the wild, these snakes might eat mice, rats or Indian mynas, says Ian. “Anything larger than that, they wouldn’t have a chance. Cats and dogs, they’d be the ones hurting the snake, quite frankly.

“My ones are so tame, really you just pick them up and they climb all over your arms and your shoulders – they’d be looking for a feed and nothing more. Just looking for you to hand them a rat.”

The two snakes recovered, Cleo and

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Ian Battishall, with his pet diamond python Cleo

Montenique, are in good shape and eating well.

Ian has not given up all hope of finding Baguette (“a baby one that I bred, it has never been out”) and guesses she may even have found somewhere snug to lay eggs. “They can go for 12 months without food,” he says. 2508 the facts

keeping reptiles

Owners of diamond pythons (Morelia spilota spilota) need a Class 1 Native Animal Keepers’ Licence from the Office of Environment and Heritage. This authorises you to keep many common species – including eastern snake-necked turtles, eastern water dragons and diamond pythons.

See www.environment.nsw.gov.au

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Who’s who in the zoo

Animal lovers are making news at Symbio Wildlife Park.

“We have recently paired Havier and Yari, both Cotton Top Tamarins (pictured), and are hoping for some babies in the coming winter,” Symbio’s Michelle Aldred reports.

“They are a critically endangered species, and it is estimated that there are only 300 remaining in the fragmented wild forests of north-west Columbia. Havier and Yari are part of an international breeding program, designed to preserve the species.”

The zoo’s new Koala Sanctuary is now open. It houses five koalas, with three more arriving soon from Taronga Zoo to expand genetic diversity and ensure continued breeding success. “We have paired our resident male, Ash, with our female koalas, Grace and Isabelle, and as it is now approaching the end of the breeding season we have our fingers crossed that in the next month or two we will be able to confirm a pregnancy,” Michelle says.

Want to do more than look on? Symbio has new tours for over 12s that allow visitors to interact with local and exotic critters. 2508 Contact Symbio on 4294 1244 or www.symbiozoo.com.au.

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A step in the right direction Residents of 2508 have responded with enthusiasm to a Wollongong City Council plan to connect existing paths and ‘fill in’ missing sections along the coast from the Royal National Park to Lake Illawarra via a 60km sharepath.

An information session, which included the opportunity to discuss the Grand Pacific Walk Masterplan and Stage One Concept Plan with staff involved in the project, was held at the Stanwell Park CWA Hall on Wednesday, January 22.

This is what some residents (all pictured on the opposite page) had to say about the proposed Grand Pacific Walk:

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“I think it’s great; I think it’s a long time coming but it’ll be really good for the community.

[I’ll use it for] cycling more than walking … there are a few spots that are tricky; quite tight, not enough clearance, so it’ll be great.” – Ted Mann “The whole idea of the Grand Pacific Walk is a great idea and the way council is staging it makes it easy to implement … it needs to go further over a period of time and going further will bring more people into the area. It will boost tourism but … walking down Lawrence Hargrave Drive, it gives the residents a path to walk on.” – Warwick Erwin “I’m extremely positive … I think it’s an excellent idea. [I’ll use it for] cycling, definitely, but walking to get to the pool, to get to Coalcliff pool.” – Chaya Bratoeva

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Ted Mann

Warwick Erwin

Mark Johnston

“The big issue is the people who don’t live in the area, don’t know where to park and they are making some really bad decisions on where they go and how they then cross Lawrence Hargrave Drive.” – Mark Johnston.

“I walk between Coalcliff and Scarborough pub most days – and I would love to walk from Stanwell Park to Coalcliff but I think it’s quite a dangerous track at the moment … I haven’t seen anywhere in there [the Grand Pacific Walk Draft Masterplan] if there are actually toilets for people to use.” – Janet Johnston.

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2508 REPORT Photos by Anthony Warry Photography; www.anthonywarry.tumblr.com

coalcliff’s surf star at age seven, when some girls were still playing with dolls, billie melinz was down at coalcliff beach learning to surf.

Now the 14-year-old schoolgirl from Coalcliff has been selected in the Australian Team to travel to Ecuador in April for the World Junior Surfing Championship.

Billie has always loved being on the beach.

“Anything all the older boys wanted to do, I wanted to do,” she says.

“My dad and a boy across the road, named Troy, got me into it … they took me down and pushed me on, and from there I liked it. My dad has taught me pretty much all the way through, but when I was little it was all the older boys, whoever came down the beach with me would push me on.”

Seven years on, Billie is making waves in

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Australian junior surfing. Recently, she placed third in her first pro junior competition at Bells Beach in Victoria. “Pro Junior is U20 years, so at 14 it was a great result for Billie,” says her dad, Ed Melinz.

Girls’ surfing is very competitive, Billie says.

“But as soon as you’re on the beach you’re all friends again and just leave it out on the water.

It’s good to be happy on the shore.”

She rides a custom-made 5’9 Dylan Longbottom board and her favourite wave is in Bali – “Shipwrecks, over in Nusa Lembongan”.

Her sponsors are Billabong, Banana Wax, Dylan Longbottom, Carve and Candypants.

Billie’s dream is to become a pro surfer.

Recently this ambition received a heartwarming boost when the community threw her a surprise fundraiser at Coalcliff Life Saving Club. They raised more than $1500 to support her trip to Ecuador for the junior world champs.

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2508 REPORT Billie loves life in 2508. “Everyone is so happy, it’s just such a good vibe around everywhere. There’s always something to do, good friends, good people. Maybe on the days when all the tourists come and it’s crowded surf, that’s the only probably annoying thing.”

Tell us about your favourite...

Surf spot? Home, for sure. Coalcliff. Just surfing with all the people I’ve known all my life. The surf doesn’t have to be great, it’s just fun to go out there with everyone. But yeah, when Coalcliff’s good, it’s also fun waves, so it’s a good thing.

Bushwalk? The Wodi Wodi track’s pretty nice.

Surf shop? Billabong. The one I go to is up in Queensland, in Burleigh Heads. Or I order it online.

Camp site? We always go down Burrill Pines at least two or three times a year. Good surf and being around with your friends all the time – it’s pretty fun.

Time of year? Winter – it’s the best surf.

View? Probably just going down Coalcliff and looking out on the ocean.

Ice-cream shop? The gelato shop up in Stanwell Park, on the corner. I just like plain vanilla.

Takeaway? Hot chips from the general store in Stanwell Park.

Cicada? I hate them. They are so annoying.

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“anything all the older boys wanted to do, i wanted to do” 2508

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2508 EVENTS

SWEETS FOR MY SWEET

Want to charm your Valentine with a sweet sensation? We recommend giving these a go.

ICE-CREAM

Massimo Bernardini’s gelato is the ultimate in cool and creamy.

Try traditional favourites such as vanilla and chocolate, or experiment with seasonal (mango is in right now) and unique flavours (such as coconut sorbet with mango salsa and peanut butter with malt “o” milk biscuits).

Massimo – orginally from Brescia in Italy – makes the gelato himself.

The name of his cafe, Big Sister Horsie, has immortalised the words of his young daughter Luna, who started calling herself “Big Sister Horsie” while waiting for her new baby sister to arrive.

17 Cemetery Road, Helensburgh Business Park, 0474 138 805, www.facebook.com/bigsisterhorsie

Gelato maker Massimo Bernardini

Andrew, Gaetane, their daughter, and Sarazine the caravan

HONEY

There’s more to Glenbernie Orchard than apples. We love visiting its farm store, The Apple Shack, for a honey tasting, drizzling golden delight onto a spoon and savouring the flavour of genuine bush honey. Varieties include mallee, stringy bark and ground flora.

259 Darkes Forest Road, Darkes Forest, open daily, 10am-4.30pm, 4294 3421, www.appleshack.com.au

FUDGE

Last year Helensburgh mum Catherine Ryan turned her delicious home-made goodies into an instantly appealing enterprise for mums seeking healthier kids snacks. Now adults can indulge too, with peanut and coconut fudge – silky smooth with a delicious crunch from the coconut and underlying saltiness.

Contact: 0432 681 649, info@snacklab.com.au

DESSERT

Red Nectar chef Daniel Fountain delivers a four-course set menu on Valentine’s Day. It climaxes – yep, When Harry Met Sally style – in a dessert platter with mango sorbet (ooh); double chocolate pudding; orange and lime curd tart; apple, berry and plum strudel; truffle of raspberry and pistachio; salted caramel and chocolate baked cheesecake (aah).

Level 1, 121 Parkes Street, Helensburgh, 4294 9361

CRePES

Sarazine (buckwheat in French) is a colourful vintage caravan and mobile crêperie that pulls up at Coalcliff’s Bombie Bar, Stanwell Park Village Market and the Clifton School of Arts.

An Otford couple, Australian Andrew Hay and French Gaetane Potard, are the driving force.

Gaetane recommends treating kids to banana and chocolate crêpes, adults to salty caramel.

Keep track at www.sarazine2508.wordpress.com 2508

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2508 OUTDOORS

Gardening with sara Want to make a lasting impression this Valentine’s Day? Plant a bush that keeps on giving, advises Sara Newnham.

Roses have been a symbol of love throughout the ages and are always greeted with much affection when received any time of the year.

Especially on Valentine’s Day (take note, fellas!), so why not give a loved one a gift that keeps giving and plant a beautiful rose?

Roses grow fantastically in the 2508 area and can be planted any time of the year. Don’t be fooled by any misconceptions that roses are hard to grow – just follow these few easy steps and you will have bunches of fragrant blooms.

Step 1: Position! Position!

Position! Roses thrive in an open sunny position; they do wonderfully in a large pot or in the ground.

Step 2: Good soil. Roses love free-draining soil rich in organic matter. When planting in the ground, be sure to prepare the area by cultivating with composted cow manure and/ or garden mix. Water in well before planting.

If using compost or worm castings and other manure it’s advisable to mix with your existing soil and allow to sit for up to two weeks before planting. Water regularly. When planting in a pot, buy premium or rose potting mix and go easy on manures as they can burn the roots easily.

Step 3: Plant rosebush in a hole roughly twice the size of the pot you bought it in.

Gently take the plant out of the plastic pot.

Make a mound of soil in the hole so as to have the finished soil level the same as it was in the pot. Backfill around the plant, pat soil around roots so plant is sturdy, and water in well.

Step 4: Mulch is very beneficial as it breaks down to improve soil as well as retain moisture.

It keeps roots cool and prevents weeds. I use sugar cane or lucerne, but any mulch is fine.

Step 5: Fertilise your roses, they are big

The fire fighter rose, a blooming marvel.

Photo: Swane’s Nurseries

Roses grow fantastically in the 2508 area and can be planted any time of the year. Don’t be fooled by any misconceptions that roses are hard to grow

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feeders. The key to abundant flowers is feeding. You need to do this regularly depending on what product you buy – always read the label and follow the instructions. I have over the years found Sudden Impact or Betta Bloom for roses work well over the warmer months and Seamungus or organic all-purpose pellets in the cooler months. I also spot-feed my rose with diluted worm farm juice or Seasol and mulch with composted cow manure and potash in early spring.

Step 6: Prune when a flower dies. Get rid of it to make way for new ones by cutting back to just above growth point or bud. This is known as deadheading and is beneficial on all plants. Roses must be well pruned in the cooler months by up to 60 per cent – best to do this before the frost sets in. Swanes website (www. swanes.com) has great tutorials. Pruning is easy and very beneficial. When in the garden, remember to always wear protective gear such as gloves, closed shoes, long sleeves, trousers, hat and glasses. Use clean, sharp tools right for the job.

If you have any other rose or garden-related questions, please see your friendly, qualified nursery staff or contact me at Creativescapes garden design and maintenance (0451 196 646 or creativescapes@iprimus.com.au). 2508

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harness social media

by Angela Fagerstrom, Communications, Northern Illawarra Chamber of Commerce Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, Instagram, Google+ – if these names sound familiar, but somewhat scary, then you may want to join the Northern Illawarra Chamber of Commerce (NICC) for its first general meeting of 2014.

Three local businesses, all well versed in the art of using social media, will run through the basics and explain how small businesses can make the most of the phenomenon.

Join the NICC on February 18, when member

businesses GongOnline, Flamefish Designs and Our Helensburgh will each share unique insights into using social media for business.

The event will be held at the Centennial Hotel, Helensburgh, from 6.15pm for networking. Dinner will be followed by the social media presentation (bookings essential). $25 per head for NICC members or $30 non-members. Interested parties welcome.

Email membership@nicc.net.au for details.

Australia Day Award: congrats Shaz!

In other news, long-time NICC member, Shaz Harrison-Shaw and her Bulli-based charity “Need a Feed” won the Wollongong City Council Australia Day award for community service. The NICC would like to congratulate Shaz on all her hard work.

Need a Feed works in partnership with Barnardos Family Referral Service, Berkeley and Bellambi Neighbourhood Centres and Northern Illawarra Neighbour Aid. For more information, see the website, www.needafeed.org 2508

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Food for Little Souls Natalie Cattley whips up a special dessert for her special people.

I have two weird idiosyncrasies with food: I am a little paranoid about raw chicken and I am not that fond of raw egg!

Don’t get me wrong – I love the yolks of my morning poached egg on the runny side, but as for cold, uncooked eggs in cooking … it sends a little shiver down my spine.

I try to ignore it, but any time I eat tiramisu, mayonnaise or chocolate mousse that little annoying voice in my head harps: “Get the bucket ready, food poisoning coming up.”

However, with Valentine’s Day approaching, I thought it would be nice to make a special dessert for the special people in my life.

Chocolate is the way to my husband’s heart (as well as mine) and it pleases my kids as well. So it got me thinking of a dessert that had chocolate in it, was slightly more sophisticated than ice-cream and chocolate sauce, but simple enough to please all the family. So I had a little brainwave – make an egg-free chocolate mousse by utilising yoghurt.

I chose to use the “pot set” Greek-style yoghurt because of its firmer consistency.

What’s more, I found a sweetened pot set Greek yoghurt in Bi-Lo, which meant I didn’t have to add sugar to the mousse. One less step: winner.

To counteract the sweetness of the chocolate and make it just a little more special, I added a dollop of pureed raspberry at the bottom of each chocolate mousse for that acidic tang. I topped them off with a little red raspberry love heart and grated chocolate.

The result was perfect. Once refrigerated, the yoghurt combined with chocolate, became firm, yet light and luscious like a chocolate mousse should be.

Hopefully, these little chocolate mousses topped with raspberry hearts will spell out the love to the favourite people in my life this Valentine’s Day and I hope you can share them with your loves too. 2508

the recipe CHOCOLATE MOUSSE Serves 4 A delicious chocolate dessert that is easy to prepare and will please all those who are not fond of raw egg!

Prep time: 10 min Total time: 1 hr 10 min

Ingredients

Chocolate mousse 2 cups (480g) pot-set sweetened Greek yoghurt (see note below) 220g dark chocolate Raspberry sauce 500g fresh or frozen raspberries (defrosted) 2 tbs caster sugar

Method 1. Scoop yoghurt into a large bowl and whisk lightly

to loosen.

2. In a separate bowl, melt the dark chocolate as per instructions on the packet.

3. Add the melted chocolate to yoghurt in two batches, whisking well between each additions.

4. Once all combined to a smooth consistency, set the mousse aside while you make the raspberry sauce.

5. In a food processor or with a hand blender, puree raspberries with caster sugar until smooth (however, it will have raspberry seeds in it) and runny.

6. In 125ml capacity ramekins add 1-2 tsp of raspberry sauce.

7. Top with chocolate mousse to fill the ramekin.

8. Add a small drop of raspberry sauce to the top and using a toothpick or skewer, run a line through the middle of the raspberry sauce from top to bottom to make a heart.

9. Chill for at least an hour before serving.

10. Serve with extra sauce or fresh raspberries on the side.

Note:

If you can’t find sweetened Greek yoghurt you may have to add 2 tbs of caster sugar to the melted chocolate before combining with the yoghurt.

Stir well to dissolve the sugar into the chocolate.

Read the full post at foodforlittlesouls.com

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Burgh Probus turns 10

by Mark Henderson publicity officer

Helensburgh Probus celebrates its 10th birthday on February 12. It was on this day in 2004 that representatives from Engadine Rotary Heathcote Probus and Probus District called a meeting at the Helensburgh Bowling Club.

The meeting was for interested residents to form a Probus club based in Helensburgh. Only 14 locals attended, but 12 of those present proceeded with the club formation and a committee of nine was appointed . The meeting decided that the members would meet monthly at the bowling club at 10am on the second Thursday of each month and consist of a general business meeting

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followed by morning tea and a guest speaker.

The 10th birthday celebration will be held at the Harbour Front restaurant, Wollongong, on February 12.

President Joan Gardner will thank our Foundation Members for their foresight in forming the club, especially Barry and Robyn Mellier, Carole Harris, Mark and Margaret Henderson, Reg Lobb, Margaret Reese, and Jan Maxwell.

The club’s committee has grown from nine to 14, but there are more than another 30 members each year involved in some aspect of the club’s functions.

From a personal point of view, I was the club’s foundation president and have just completed my 10th and last year on the committee. At our last general meeting I was honoured to be elected as the club’s first life member, for which I sincerely thank the members. I would like to say that Margaret and I have received much more from the club and the members than the time and energy we have spent working for the club. 2508

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Dr Rip’s Science of the Surf Aborigines rather than surfers, joggers and motorcycles. Big and ancient rivers flowing from the middle of the continent carried sand from eroded sandstone to the coastline. As the earth started to heat up, the ice melted and sea level started to rise quickly. More rapidly, in fact, than most of the predictions of sea level Next time you go to a rise for the next 100 years. Did the beaches local beach, pick up a handful of sand and think disappear? Nope. Instead, a massive landward about where that sand came from. Most people migration of the shoreline, beach and dune would assume it comes from the sandstone systems took place and only stopped about headlands. Same colour right? So the sand must 6500 years ago when sea level stabilised and be coming from the erosion of the rocks. Well… our present day coastline was formed. sort of. Those sandstone rocks are over 100 Our local beaches are where they are because million years old and are more resistant to the beaches and sand were pushed into old erosion than you may think. Currently, there is river valleys where they got stuck between the actually only a tiny amount of sand being ocean and the rocks. It’s important to remember added to our beaches from the rocks. So if it’s that geology is the main control on what our not coming from the rocks, how did it get there? coastline looks like. When it comes to our Cast your imagination back 18,000 years. The beaches, what you see is what you get. Not earth was in the grip of the last ice age and much sand is being added at the moment, so much of the oceans’ water volume was the next time you shake the sand out of wrapped up in ice. Sea levels were your cossies when you get home from did you about 120m lower and the coastline the beach, maybe you should take know? was about 25km further offshore it back!

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sand. something you might take for granted – until Rob Brander explains where it comes from.

The lovely sands of Coalcliff Beach.

Photo: Anthony Warry

Coalcliff Beach is one of the few examples of a gravel beach on the Australian coast.

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2508 REPORT Blue Moon, a rare form of the common Greengrocer cicada.

Photo: Australian Museum

Summer of cicada love Noisy insects have driven us crazy this summer. We asked Australian Museum naturalist Martyn Robinson for an explanation.

Parks rangers wore ear plugs. People closed windows and doors to make a phone call. And in 2508 at least one frustrated resident threw open his door and bellowed “Shut up!” at the shrieking trees.

We can thank a hot, sunny summer for our ultra-noisy cicadas. “The warmer the weather, the faster they live and the sooner they die,” says Australian Museum naturalist Martyn Robinson. “But it gives them all the energy they need to feed and to breed.”

Call to his lady love

“The call is to attract the females, so the females can fly to the call of her species, and if there’s a choice available she’ll usually pick the one with the loudest voice because that will be the strongest individual,” Martyn says.

“So it carries good genetic material and will

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make a good sire for the female’s offspring.”

Their life span ranges from days to weeks, depending largely on the weather.

“During the cold weather, it’s too cold for them to move around and to feed or breed ... So they are, if you like, solar powered.”

Who’s the loudest of them all?

There are about 200 cicada species in Australia, Martyn says, and probably about seven to 10 in our area. “Probably the loudest, which could be in your area, is the Double Drummer, which is Australia’s largest cicada.

They’re louder than an opera singer.

“There’s one species that you get a little bit further north, which is louder than a bus engine. And I know that, because I had one on a bus and it started up… It is called Pregnant Rice Bubble, the abdomen is one big hollow resonating chamber and it really powers the sound out.”

Hanging out together and calling loudly is the males’ survival trick. Birds, possums, frogs and lizards are gorging on cicadas. “But if they

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2508 REPORT all gather together, the sound is so loud that it says I should buy these cicada bodies from him. drives off the birds but not the females,” Why should I do that?’ So we then have to Martyn says. “There is safety in numbers, in explain the folklore behind it.” gathering in one spot and shrieking together.”

Aborigines used cicadas as a source of food, In the case of the Greengrocer (Cyclochila he says. “The females are quite nutritious, being australasiae), which spends seven years full of eggs. And the bodies themselves are underground as a nymph, we can also thank a fairly sweet, because they feed on the sap. But I good summer seven years ago for this season’s wouldn’t know which ones are more edible racket. “If you’ve had a really good year seven than others, indeed, if any have got an years ago for egg laying and a lot of rain, unpleasant taste. enough for the hatchlings to burrow down and find a plant root to feed on, then seven years Ci-kay-da or Ci-kar-da? after that particular year you’ll have a “In truth it’s probably neither, it’s very big hatch of that particular probably sikka-duh,” Martyn says. did you know? species of cicada.” Hold onto those “The word seems to have come Cicada shells make earplugs for 2020 then. from India.” brilliant decorations.

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2508 BUSINESS

Physios on the move Q&A WITH Bill LaPalombara AND Brendon Ford, of Southern Sports Physiotherapy.

What’s the most common injury you see?

Typically we see more injuries from competitive sport during winter and overuse lower limb injuries prior to the Sutherland to Surf, City 2 Surf and the Burgh 2 Beach. During summer we tend to see more injuries from people overdoing general day to day activities or rushing to get things done prior to holidays and there always seem to be people coming in with sore backs and necks due to poor posture.

What’s the cause?

Sports injuries can be due to inadequate conditioning, poor technique or equipment, altered biomechanics, returning to sport too early from a previous injury or simply trauma through back luck.

Neck and back problems can be caused by poor posture, inefficient lifting technique, lack of physical conditioning to maintain good muscle tone to support the spine and Brendon Ford (left) and Bill LaPalombara of Southern Sports Physiotherapy will move to Shop 7, 20-24 Walker Street (between the dentist and Essential Surf and Skate) in February.

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in brief

V-Day Pampering

“Reflexology is great for balancing the self, reducing stress and opening the heart and mind,” says Clare Macfarlane, of Nurture Reflexology in Helensburgh.

As a Valentine’s special, Clare is offering clients a “Love plus One” gift voucher – this allows a couple to each have a treatment for a combined special price of $120 ($80 per person). Plus, anyone booking a “Head To Toe” treatment (ear candling, face massage, reflexology treatment) will receive a free silver heart pendant and chain. Contact: 0405 810 168.

Podiatrist relocates

Elizabeth Estevez, of Bio Anatomy: Podiatry and Lower Limb Biomechanics, has moved into the Post Office complex.

Elizabeth, who was practising in Parkes Street, says her new spot is more convenient for clients, with parking nearby and flat access through the gate between LJ Hooker and the Post Office. She’ll work Mondays and Wednesdays, with home visits and emergency appointments available by request.

The new address is Unit 1, 114 Parkes Street.

Contact: 0411 435 336.

degenerative changes due to chronic exposure to those factors listed above.

How could injuries be avoided?

Participate in a regular exercise program to prepare your body for your sport, job, hobby or general daily living. Have your posture and work station assessed to minimise load on your spine. Have job/sport pre-screening to ensure you are safe and efficient. Get your injuries investigated early.

What might treatment involve?

The initial consultation begins with a comprehensive examination to determine the exact nature of your problem. We use many different treatment techniques depending on what we find during the examination. We’re trained in all forms of manual therapy including performing “adjustments” and various muscle releases. Dry needling is great for treatment of headaches, pain and muscle spasm. Taping can be used to unload injured areas or correct poor postures or movement patterns.

All treatments involve a specific exercise program individually tailored to each patient.

We can refer to other practitioners and order MRI/X-Rays if we believe that they will assist you in the rehabilitation process. 2508

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2508 BUSINESS

TRADE SECRETS … of party photo booth operators Kelvin and Kim Papas, of Helensburgh, had so much fun with a photo booth at their wedding, they decided to give the business a shot themselves and founded The Giggle Booth.

What’s the secret to creating an atmosphere of fun?

It involves props, dress up, giggles and memorable moments. We provide guests with props to enable them to have a laugh at not only themselves but with each other. At each function we seem to be always able to help guests lighten up.

We find that at the beginning of an event guests seem to be a little shy, stand off-ish and

are a little unsure. We help getting the guests into our booth with some encouragement, friendly smiles, and wearing of our props. With this encouragement the guests all love the opportunity to get involved by disguising themselves with the props and we find we can’t seem to get the once hesitant guests out of the booth by the end of the night. 2508

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2508 REVIEW

VEHICLE TEST: isuzu d-max Marcus craft reviews the isuzu d-max diesel dual-cab ute.

In a world driven by high-tech gadgets there’s a lot to like about the few things left that have old-school charm. I’m talking about being greeted by a genuinely friendly publican, a nice face-to-face chat with an old mate in the street and ... utes. Fair enough, some utes are as complicated as rocket ships these days, but there are still a few, like Toyota’s 70 Series double cab and Isuzu’s D-Max, that retain a simple, no-frills appeal.

Last year I drove a D-Max dual-cab LSTerrain over 12 months and it performed admirably in a busy period on- and off-road.

Based in Sydney, I took this rugged dual-cab all over NSW on photo-shoots, day trips, weekend product-test jaunts, camping trips and multi-day dirtbike expeditions.

The D-Max was a trusty truck, lugging gear and people without complaint. Sure, engine noise was a bit harsh, but it was never a real source of trouble.

Ride was stiff on bitumen – the blacktop was not the D-Max’s natural home. It offset that on-road harshness with a real bush attitude of tackling off-road challenges.

The Mickey Thompson Baja STZs (not standard), and slick American Racing ATX Series Ledge rims (not standard) were a big hit with me and passers-by. 2508 SPECIFICATIONS ISUZU D-MAX LS-TERRAIN

ENGINE i nline four-cylinder turbo-diesel CAPACITY 2999cc POWER 130kW @ 3600rpm TORQUE 380Nm @ 1800rpm TRANSMISSION Five-speed automatic / part-time 4X4 WEIGHT 1940kg FUEL TANK 76 litres FUEL CONSUMPTION 9.4L/100km PRICE AS TESTED $51,700

It works well in the city, but the D-Max is right at home in the bush.

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2508 TRAVEL

BEACH BLISS

Gen Swart goes camping at green patch in jervis bay’s Booderee National Park.

Children and putting up tents do not mix. The kids track dirt inside, bounce on the air beds and swing from the guy ropes. So, the first thing we did on arrival at Green Patch camp site was send our beloved offspring away.

“Shoo,” I said. “Go and look for kangaroos.”

An excited horde of preschoolers blundered off, shrieking loudly enough to alarm any sensible roo in a 10km radius. They took a path we would use many times that weekend, a five-minute walk through the campground and down a hill to possibly the most beautiful white sand beach in Australia. Green Patch Beach is perfect for families with adventure-loving little ones. Attractions include a Coca-Cola coloured creek to splash in, huge fallen tree trunks to climb over and shade to rest in. There is white sand so clean it squeaks. A perfect arc lined by eucalypts hugs a tranquil bay and tiny waves roll into aquamarine shallows, just the thing for four-year-old body boarders. You could easily spend all weekend here – we did.

Our tent site isn’t much of a Green Patch – it is dirt, backing onto coastal forest. But the ground is soft, so we don’t have to hammer hard to get pegs in. Soon, the tent is up. The inflatable beds are made. Camp kitchen is established.

Then the kids come back and track dirt all through the tent, bounce on the air beds and bring the awning crashing down by swinging on the guy ropes. They are having an absolute ball.

What can you do but sink into a camp chair, raise a plastic wine glass and toast to a fabulous, family-friendly spot.

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Need to know

Address: Green Patch, Jervis Bay Road, Jervis Bay. About 146km; two hours’ driving time from Helensburgh.

Amenities: Shiny clean bathrooms.

Washing up sinks deep enough to double as baby baths. Drinking water on tap. Electric and wood barbecues (tea drinkers, and anyone else wanting hot water in a hurry, should bring their own gas stoves). Tent sites are unpowered.

Gotta love: Being so close to nature that kookaburras sit on the washing line behind your tent.

Watch out for: Sneaky possums breaking into your camp kitchen.

Rates: $22 for a standard camp site, adults $11 a night, children over 5 years, $5 a night.

Green Patch is popular; book well ahead. Call 4443 0977 or go to www.booderee.gov.au. 2508 holiday read

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by Katy Holder (Hardie Grant Explore, $29.95)

Beautifully styled, rustic chic shots of camp food and children enjoying it.

The author is a food writer and stylist who lives in Sydney. Her recipes for fun and healthy meals include pot-roasted pork. Must try: beer and pesto damper.

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2508 NEWS

local heroes On October 21 last year the Helensburgh Rural Fire Brigade posted this photo (opposite page) of volunteers on its Facebook page and it drew a BIG response. We tracked down the people involved in that photo – and some other RFS members – and asked them a few questions…

How did you get involved in the RFS?

Marc: After 16 years doing high-risk activities as a Venturer Leader and Rover in Scouting, we moved to Helensburgh to start a family. I still wanted that challenge of living on the edge, and learning to control the risk so I joined up not long after I moved here. Plus it was a way to make new friends in the great town.

Graham: I first became involved with Helensburgh Rural Fire Brigade during the 1975 fires around Helensburgh.

What is your role in the RFS?

these weigh more than 20kg each) on our backs and used those to extinguish them. We also were on property protection after a spot fire started around homes in Wilton.

Kallie: The tasks I was asked to undertake were mopping up. This included putting out burning/ smouldering trees and stumps, rolling logs around to see if there was still heat in them and patrolling around the burnt area, making sure the fire remained within the containment lines and not break these lines.

Would you recommend volunteering in the RFS to others?

Karen: I would totally recommend volunteering with the RFS. It gives you some amazing skills; it gives you the confidence to do things you never thought yourself possible of. It has made me both physically and mentally stronger, as well as giving me the opportunity to meet and make some great friends. I know these are people I could, and do, trust with my life.

Kallie: I would recommend volunteering in the RFS because I’ve met a group of great people who have become like family to me and it’s so much fun. It’s given me new skills and I’ve learnt so much that will help me in the future with my life goals.

“I WOULD RECOMMEND VOLUNTEERING IN THE RFS BECAUSE I’VE MET A GROUP OF GREAT PEOPLE WHO HAVE BECOME LIKE FAMILY TO ME”

Marc: I hold the position of Senior Deputy Captain within Helensburgh Rural Fire Brigade. I’m also one of the qualified Trainers and assessors within the brigade and hold specialist roles in CABA (Compressed Air Breathing Apparatus) operator, Chainsaw operator, USAR1 (Urban Search and Rescue) and Rural Fire Driver.

Graham: I am currently a Deputy Captain with Helensburgh Rural Fire Brigade. I am also a former Captain of the Brigade.

Tell us about some of the tasks you had to undertake as an RFS volunteer during a recent particularly tough time.

Karen: We were sent out to the Hall Road Fire and were situated off Picton Road on one of the many fire trails in the area. Our main objective was to totally blackout where the fire had burnt through. This involved searching for hot spots and smoking trees, which can be quite dangerous as a number of trees began to fall in the high winds as they had been compromised by the fire.

Once located we used hand tools to break open burning/smouldering trees and stumps to extinguishing them by hose (when possible) or, due to distances these were away from the fire truck, we had to carry in knapsacks (when full,

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How does a person get involved, help out or donate?

Troy: Becoming a volunteer firefighter is easier than most people think. Brigades offer training, ranging from bush firefighting, village firefighting and first aid to breathing apparatus operation. We don’t just offer firefighting roles, we have a multitude of areas that require volunteers. Community Engagement, Communications, Catering, and Aviation Support are critical – there is a job for nearly everyone in the RFS. We rely heavily on the support of people from all backgrounds and cultures in our community. The people that make up our Service are as different as the society that we protect. The minimum age to join the Rural Fire Service as a volunteer is 16.

Anyone who is interesting in joining can drop by their nearest Rural Fire Station (Helensburgh, Otford, Stanwell Park and Darkes Forest are the local brigades in 2508). Alternatively, they can contact the Illawarra Fire Control Centre on 4230

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Those in the FB photo are (from left to right): Kallie Rayner (16, Firefighter), Graham “Eggs” Williams (67, Deputy Captain), and Karen Elward (38, Firefighter; Graham is her father). Not pictured but quoted in this feature are – Kallie’s dad, Marc Rayner (48, Senior Deputy Captain), and Troy Gersback (24, Firefighter / Brigade Community Safety Officer), who provided invaluable help with this feature.

8200 who will pass their details on.

For people wondering how they can help/ provide assistance to those impacted by bushfire emergencies in New South Wales, there are a number of avenues available. While donations of food, clothes, blankets and appliances are appreciated, financial donations are the most effective way to quickly provide the right kind of assistance to people who need it most. To donate simply call: Salvation Army – 13 72 58 (13 SALVOS) Red Cross – 1800 811 700 St Vincent de Paul Society – 13 18 12. Or, visit the websites of the agencies above for more information.

To make a cash donation to a brigade of the NSW Rural Fire Service go to http://www.rfs. nsw.gov.au/dsp_content.cfm?cat_id=4541. The NSW Rural Fire Service & Brigades Donations Fund is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission, and is endorsed as a Deductible Gift Recipient.

Please note: 2508: District News encourages you to complete a Bush Fire Survival Plan. Grab a copy from your local RFS station, download it from the NSW RFS website or download the MyFirePlan app for iOS and Android. 2508 For more: visit www.helensburghrfs.com.au, facebook.com/helensburghrfs, and twitter.com/helensburghrfs

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9: Nothin but Jam @ the Bombie Bar, Coalcliff Life Saving Club.

16: Ray Beadle @ the Bombie Bar. 23: Righteous Voodoo @ the Bombie Bar.

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Tuesdays: 10am-noon, Helensburgh Community Centre, Walker St. Call Rosemary, 4294 1290.

Tuesdays: 9.30-11.30am, Helensburgh Anglican Church, 75 Parkes St. Call 4294 1024.

Wednesdays: 9.30am-noon, Stanwell Park Children’s Centre, Stanwell Ave. Thursdays: 10am-noon, H’burgh Community Centre, Walker St. Call Rosemary, 4294 1290.

Fridays: 9.30am-noon, Stanwell Park Children’s Centre, Stanwell Ave. Call Gerri, 0402 477 898.

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H’burgh & Stanwell Park Anglican Church Regular Sunday services, 8.15am, 54 Stanwell Ave, Stanwell Park; 10am and 6pm, 75 Parkes St, Helensburgh. Call 4294 1024.

Helensburgh Baptist Church Sunday meeting, 10am, Community Centre, Walker St, Helensburgh. Call 4294 8459.

Holy Cross Catholic Parish Weekend mass: Saturday Vigil, 5.30pm; Sunday 9.30am in H’burgh. Sunday, 8am, Stanwell Park.

Catholic Women’s League meets monthly.

St Vincent de Paul Society meets monthly.

Call 4294 1009.

Hope Church 2508 Sunday services, 9.30am, 6/17 Cemetery Rd, Helensburgh. Call 0404 803 055.

Hillcrest Christian Fellowship Sundays, 6pm, Hillcrest House, Railway Crescent, Stanwell Park. Call 4294 3153. 2508

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jewellery Appointments now available in local studio Quality Handmade Jewellery, Repairs or Sydney & Restorations Ph: 02 4294 9242 CBD Suite

Alt Ph/Fax 02 9233 6847

PO Box 57 Helensburgh

www.jpowelljewellery.com.au

Mick’s Painting Solutions Licensed Painter & Decorator

Ruth Walker

> Interior > Exterior > Residential > Commercial

P.O. BOX 343 HELENSBURGH 2508

QUALITY ONLINE BEAD SUPPLIER

ruth@beademporium.net.au| www.beademporium.net.au

PH: (02) 4294 3333 DISCOUNTS & WHOLESALE PRICES

Mick O’Brien

0408 874 982

VM

50 DIFFERENT SPECIALS WEEKLY

Lic# 24852BC

MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS

PROFESSIONAL FINISH

Call Vitaley

0421 563 301

• Painting • Plastering • Decorating • Property Maintenance • All Handyman Work

RELIABILITY & QUALITY ASSURED

0418 262 925

Terri Ayliffe Photography

www.teaa.com.au, 0431488914, tea@teaa.com.au

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pet care Feeding, Walking & Other Services Available

Call Karen 0419 432 482

kpetcare@tpg.com.au

Plumbing Draining Gasfitting

PLUMBING & ROOF PLUMBING Lic 226808c

Brett Hammonds 0408 231 708

4294 3812

Lic 241602C

Plumber, Roof plumber, Drainer Gasfitter and Emergency repairs Free quotes and advice

PLUMBING & GASFITTING

Call James 0409 875 391

Plumbing Draining Gasfitting

Brett Hammonds 0408 231 708

4294 3812

Lic 241602C

PROFESSIONAL & FINANCIAL Quality Roof Gutters Supplied & Fitted 2508 local directories

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PROFESSIONAL & FINANCIAL

OTHER SERVICES

FIRE WOOD

MIXED HARDWOOD FREE local delivery - 7 days Bill & Stuart McWilliam 0429 942 864 4294 2864

SPORT & FITNESS

Call or SMS

0421 566 312

Party Yourself Into The Best Shape Of Your Life!

Tues: 7pm-8pm Helensburgh Public School Thur: 7pm-8pm MacKillop Hall, Helensburgh Sat: 9am-10am Helensburgh Community Centre Cost: $10 per class with discount cards available

Zumba - its fun, its fantastic, its fitness!

Enquiries: Nicole Hoffmann | 0433 777 943

FULLY EQUIPMENT GYM WEIGHTS, CARDIO, BOXING PERSONAL TRAINING OUTDOOR FITNESS GROUP CLASSES

All Ages, Genders & Fitness Levels Welcome

CALL 0417897473 // 120 Walker Street Helensburgh

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Classifieds BAZZA’S HANDYMAN SERVICES: All handyman repairs. Decks, pergolas, tiling, fencing, plastering and all other timber work.

Local, reliable, quick and fully insured. Free quotes. Ph. Barry [Bazz ] 0414 492 509 or 4294 8164.

BRICKLAYING: All brickwork, block work, extensions, retaining walls, repairs. Ph 4294 3741 or 0413 323 629 Lic. No. 35124C. CHEMICAL FREE CLEANING: Ph. Janine 0409 323 321 or 4294 9652.

DIAMOND DOG WASH: Grooming & Clipping services in a friendly home Salon in Helensburgh. Catering for all dogs big and small. Open by appointment only. Ph. Robyn 0428 829 788.

ELECTRICAL AND HANDYMAN SERVICES: For a free quote today Ph. Garry 42941929 or 0435932499.

FACE PAINTING: For kids’ parties or special events – fairies, cats, bats and more.

Fully insured. Dressed as a fairy or clown. Ph. Monica 0427 991 673.

GARDEN SERVICE: Rejuvenate your garden for spring. Pruning, hedge trimming, weeding, clean ups and removal. Regular mowing and trimming service also available.

Free quotes. Ph. Stewart 4294 9726.

GREENER GAPS TREE SOLUTIONS PTY LTD: All tree related work and advice, stump grinding, pruning, development, council required reports, mulch supplies.

Qualified Arborists with 27 years of combined experience. Fully insured. Quality work. Ph. Mick 0402 657 353 or Alison 0425 282 780.

KIMMY’S CLEANING SERVICES: Reliable, professional, friendly & personal.

Domestic and commercial cleaning, fully insured with attention to detail. Weekly, fortnightly or a one off. Mention this add to receive a 10% discount on your first clean. Ph. Kim 0405 950 464.

LAWN MAGIC: Lawn care, weed control, hedge trimming, waste removal, gutter cleaning, water blasting, garden mulching, planting of plants and general maintenance. Fully insured.

Free Quotes. Ph. Kyle 0433 772 443.

NUTRIMETICS: Shopping/pampering in your home. For monthly brochures, product samples or fundraising Ph. Jenelle 4294 2864 or 0407 038 799.

PAINTING WORKSHOP: Be creative, be inspired: painting workshop in Otford in a beautiful and peaceful environment. Ph Catherine 0407 382 288.

RAELEEN’S FANCY FACES: Face painting, glitter tattoos, balloon twisting & special effects makeup. Bring the ‘wow’ factor to your next party, fete, christening or corporate event. Local business (will travel), fully insured, exceptional hygiene standards, professional cosmetic-grade face paints used.

Ph. Raeleen 0413 291 843.

STRETCH STRENGTHEN RELAX: Based on tai chi, yoga and pilates. All classes 1 hour. $14 casual or 5 for $60. Tuesday 9.15am & 7.15pm, Thursday 7.15pm, Sunday 4.30pm. Stanwell Park Children’s Centre, Stanwell Avenue, Stanwell Park. www. yogastanwellpark.com.au To book Ph. Karen 0403 789 617.

SUSAN’S JUST DANCE: Great fun, no pressure, fantastic environment to learn to dance. Jazz, tap, contemporary, hip hop, boys only hip hop crew. Ages from 3 to adult.

Latest music, great teachers. Concert each year at the Sutherland Entertainment Centre. For registration Ph. Susan 4294 8366.

TENNIS COACHING: Otford Tennis Court. Beginners to advanced. All ages.

Sale of tennis balls and racquet restringing available. Ph. 0458 829 999.

TIGHT ACCESS EARTHWORKS: The smallest top of the line machines, unbeatable rates, access to 800mm and over, save your back your money and your time. Ph. Glen 0431 767 394.

WORMS: Composting/fishing, quality fresh worms in a 250g pack (1200 to 2400 worms) $29.00. Ph. Bill 4294 2864 or 0429 942 864.

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VIEW CLUB REPORT

by Virginia Dowson, Publicity Officer

“We look forward to welcoming new members, so ladies come along to our luncheon meetings”

A New Year begins, and our VIEW Club is gearing up for a year full of activities, which will include our popular luncheons, excursions and theatre visits.

We look forward to welcoming new members, so ladies, come along to our luncheon meetings on the third Tuesday of each month and join with us for a happy social time.

VIEW Clubs, through The Smith Family, support the “Learning for Life” program which helps disadvantaged children during their school educational years. Each club sponsors one child or more, by raising funds to help cover their education expenses in books and stationery

NEIL LYON Solicitor • Conveyancing • Wills • Administration of Deceased Estates • Challenging and Defending Wills • Power of Attorney • Enduring Guardianship • Family Law • Litigation

5 Walker Street, Helensburgh PO Box 99 Helensburgh Upstairs above the liquor shop Tel (02) 4294 2076 Fax (02) 4294 2238 Email: nlyonhelensburgh@bigpond.com 2508

while at school and in tertiary education. Our Helensburgh club sponsors two children, and funds are raised with raffles, a Trading Table (home-made cakes, craft, books etc), and our theatre parties.

At present, Chris is taking bookings for Strictly Ballroom the Musical on May 3 at the Lyric Theatre, payment by February 28, and The King and I at Sydney Opera House for the Saturday matinee on 1 November 2014, pay by August 25. Travel to theatres is by coach from Centennial Hotel, Helensburgh and return.

Call Chris on 4294 1103 for details.

Our next luncheon is February 18. See “What’s On” page 26 for details. 2508

Judy Sinclair MClin.Psych. MAPS

CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST - Anxiety - Stress - Depression - Parenting Strategies - Child Behaviour Problems

Caring & Confidential 25 years experience

Treatment for Adults, Teens and Children in a comfortable, child friendly environment Medicare Rebate when Referred

by Your Doctor 19 Chadwick Grove Helensburgh

4294 8819 mob 0434 274 248 38

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change at U3A

Mon, 3 Feb: History and Art of Sydney’s Luna Park,

by Geoffrey Reid Mon, 10 Feb: Our Baltic and Scandinavian Experiences, by Jim and Jacqui Brought Mon, 17 Feb: The Theory of Signs, by Geof Sykes Mon 24 Feb: Croker Island Exodus, by Betty Warn Mon, 3 Mar: 79AD, by Geoffrey Reid Mon, 10 Mar: All for $2.50? by Des Majors Mon, 17 Mar: Rebel and Educator Annie Besant,

by Jenny Lee-Robins Mon, 24 Mar: Land and Seascapes in the History of

by Jenny Lee-Robins They say change is the only constant. We can always guarantee there’ll be change.

How do we change at the University of the Third Age (U3A)? We change our topics, our speakers and hopefully our thoughts through the introduction and reflection of the past, history, travels, people, music and ideas.

If you’d like to learn more, expand your mind and keep an active brain from stagnating, come along to Hillcrest House, 1 Railway Crescent, Hillcrest Village, Stanwell Park and meet a friendly group of locals on Monday at 9.30am.

Everyone is invited. Membership for the year is

PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT REGISTERED TAX AGENT REGISTERED ASIC AGENT ATMA MEMBER REGISTERED SMSF AUDITOR

only $40, $1 a week, or you could try it out casually for two weeks. You would automatically belong to the Thirroul group and you could attend their talks and courses/sessions, outings and social network.

Our Northern Illawarra, Stanwell Park U3A have two sessions, a talk/presentation at 9.30am, followed by morning tea and a musical appreciation presentation from 11am to noon.

U3A keeps your mind alive, so come and join us. 2508 For more info, visit www.northernillawarra.u3anet.org.au or call Jenny on 4294 3475 or 0406 350 025.

NOW AT 9 Walker St Helensburgh (next to Civic Video)

1st Consultation Free !

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JUNIOR LEAGUE COACH SOUGHT Helensburgh Junior Rugby League Club is looking for a coach The coach will be “responsible for the development of player’s skills and as well as promoting positive attitudes to physical activity and sport in general”, according to the club.

Duties will include: • Hold appropriate qualifications as stipulated by the league/region/state.

• Encourage players and team support officials to abide by the rules at all times.

• Encourage players and team support officials to support and respect the ARL National Code of Conduct.

• Encourage players to become involved in rugby league as a safe, healthy and enjoyable activity.

• Introduce programs to improve player’s fitness levels for a healthier lifestyle. • Have a sound understanding of modern coaching and

teaching principles.

• Maintain or improve your current accreditation level.

• Maintain a thorough knowledge of the laws of the game.

• Have good motivational and communication skills.

• Encourage players to develop a proper attitude to competitiveness.

• Ensure that the coaching reflects the level of the competition being played.

• Test, evaluate and refine each player’s individual skills.

• Foster club spirit amongst all players and encourage them to participate in a sporting manner.

• Liaise with the club’s Coaching Coordinator as and when required.

All coaching applications must be forwarded to Daniel Nesevski at presidenthjrlfc@gmail. com by February 10. 2508

Buy your part of the picture

Dance Academy Dance and drama classes in our purpose built studio!

Tap, Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary & Hip Hop. Tiny Tots to Adults, all ages are catered for.

Our Showgroup performs on stage!

Contact Fleur on 0448 425 594

Call now to see why “nobody does it better”

fleurdelisdance@hotmail.com

4294 9800 Julie Humphries 0405 128 070 1/114a Parkes St, Helensburgh www.ljhooker.com.au/helensburgh

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Dance Studio located at, 26C Walker Street ~ Entry from Club Lane ~ Helensburgh, NSW 2508 Private lessons available. All ages and levels welcome.

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COME AND PLAY TENNIS Where else can a family of two adults and children, or two adults, play for little more than $3 per week when you become a member?

The only other payment after membership is, if members hire the court using lights, then it is half price.

For that price you can use the court everyday as long as a court is available.

Our fees for 2014 are: Half year (January - June): Adults $50; Child (under 19) $25; Family $100.

Year (January – December): Adults $80; Child $40; Family $160.

Our hiring costs are: Day: $13 per hour; Night (using lights) $15 per hour Visitor (when playing with member): $6 per session and $2 per hour per visitor under lights.

We have a great centre of two synthetic grass

and one hard court in Park Ave and a clay court in Old Station Rd. Tennis coaching is available for all ages. The tennis coach, Connie McAnally (0409 319 971), coaches all ages. She is available on Mondays at 4pm and Wednesdays at 6pm.

If you want an enjoyable way of keeping fit, get the family or friends together and come and play tennis. Become a member or hire it once a week.

For information call Eileen Crowe 4294 2673 or 0421 604 066. 2508 HELENSBURGH THISTLE JUNIOR SOCCER It’s time to register for this year’s soccer season.

Register online at www.myfootballclub.com.au or attend a Registration Day @ Club House on Saturday, February 1 and 8, from 10am to 1pm; and Wednesday, February 5, 6pm-8pm.

Registrations close on February 11.

Want to advertise with us?

Email editor@2508mag.com.au

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a very Social Golf Club a Helensburgh Workers Sports and Social Club report, by barry Thompson There are only 16 holes preventing me from recording a good score at Boomerang … the 12th is one of them. I watched with delight as my drive flew past clumps of flax on the right only to see it bounce under one of their cousins up on the left. And so my 2013 season ended as it had started, with penalties plaguing my card.

Bill Dodd and Laurie Thompson won the December fun day event and Tung Nguen and Geoff Hammonds came in second. These results were secondary to the most important contest of the day … the loud shirt competition. Terry Maney’s horrid little number looked like a winner until Steve Egbers appeared in a garish green shirt, and an equally lurid pair of shorts.

Laurie Thompson was apparently confused. He wore his beloved Dragons shirt. We said the

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loudest, Laurie, not the most desperate.

Jammu and I shared the Helensburgh Driving Range voucher. We were about to toss for it when Jammu looked at me with pitying eyes and said: “Take it Baz, you need it more than me.”

Our January numbers were down due to the holidays, but those who played enjoyed ideal conditions. Terry Maney was an impressive winner of the Stableford event; Bryan Taylor and Rod Luck were second and third. Jammu won the Helensburgh Driving Range voucher and we were pleased to welcome Davo back.

Our next outing is on Saturday, February 15 at Boomerang. Tee off will be at 7.30am and we invite golfers of all standards to join us.

Tip: If a golfer wants to give you a ball-byball account of his game, insist that he starts from his final putt on the 18th!

For more information, email me at helgolf@ outlook.com. 2508

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Tigers to roar in 2014 As the 2014 rugby league season quickly approaches, the Tigers are back in training and raring to go!

Following on from their gut-wrenching, last-minute grand final defeat last year, the Tigers are shaping up well under the guidance of new head coach Ryan Powell.

The Tigers have retained the majority of their squad from last season, and, with a few more local players stepping up to first grade this year, we’re tipping another successful season.

2013 Player of the Year Jason Raper has been training the house down, and is looking for another outstanding season.

High-flying, try-scoring wingers, Azan Turoa and Wayne Bremner, are back so there will be plenty of entertaining games at the Tigers’ den.

With up to 12 local juniors in line to play first grade this year, it’s a great time to support our club as we look to retain our standing as one of the strongest clubs in the Illawarra competition. $50 Gold memberships are on sale every Tuesday and Thursday night at training. These are great value; you’re supporting the club, and you get free entry to all eight home games, as

well as discounted bar prices and much more.

The highly successful women’s team, the Tigerlillies, want to win three premierships in a row. Want to play? Call our player recruitment officer, Col Doran, on 0423 934 586.

This season, the Illawarra league is running an U19 competition instead of an U18 comp.

Any players keen for a run please contact Col. The Tigers would like to thank our loyal supporters and sponsors, as well as welcoming new sponsors. Stay tuned for our sponsors’ day at an early home game. Sponsorship packages start from $500 with great exposure for your business.

This season starts in April, and three of our first games are at home, so it’s a great time to become a Gold member and support the mighty Tigers!

We are also looking at playing two home trial games in March, against strong opposition.

For any info please contact Stephen Gilmour (President) on 0433 725 992 or Jo Cobb (Secretary) on 0415 409 097.

We look forward to your support! Tigers 2014! – Steve McCallum 2508

“it’s a great time to support our club as we look to retain our standing as one of the strongest clubs in the illawarra competition”

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