October 2010
Far South Coast Region
Watch Whales
Inside: Galleries Art Trail Fishing Tips What To See & Do What's On Live Music Guide Monthly Markets Whale Watching Accommodation
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Art Galleries - Batemans Bay to Eden Far South Coast Art Galleries
1. The Land of Many Waters Gallery Batemans Bay Visitors Centre, Princes Highway, Batemans Bay. Ph 4472 6900. Open 9am-5pm Monday to Friday, 9am-3pm weekends & public holidays. Exhibitions featuring local artists. Visit www.eurobodalla.com.au for exhibition calendar and information.
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2. To Di For Designer Accessories Shop 1, 64 Vulcan Street, Moruya. Ph 4474 2422. Open Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm, Saturday 9am - 2pm. Martina Penning exhibits her colourful art with a twist.
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3. The Montague Art & Craft Society Cottage Gallery 92 Campbell Street, Narooma. Ph: 4476 5397. Red, white and blue house on the hill, up from the Bowlo. Winter opening times: Tues-Fri. 10am-4pm, Sat. 9am-12pm. Paintings, craft, jewellery, silk painting and cards all by local artists. Watercolor workshops.
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4. Shop 7 Art Space Upstairs Bermagui Fishermen’s Wharf. Ph 02 6493 3410. Open Wednesday thru Sunday from 2pm, 7 days in NSW holiday periods & public holidays. Artists Now Showing: Greg Postle & Sam Davis. www.shop7artspace.com.au
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5. Bermagui Mudworks All original wheel thrown domestic ware and garden ware. Pottery studio & Cafe. 23 Alexander Dr, Bermagui Ph 6493 4661 Open all school holidays, otherwise closed Tuesdays/Wednesdays.
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6. Ivy Hill Gallery 1795 Bermagui Rd, Wapengo. Ph 6494 0152 www.ivyhill. com.au. Open 10am to 5pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Monthly CENTRAL TILBA exhibitions featuring the work of the finest contemporary artists in the region’. 7. Wildlife Art Open Studio 47 Wildlife Drive Tathra. Ph 6494 1645. Paintings by Jane Murphy. Open 10-4pm every Sun, Wed & public holidays or by appointment.
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8. Spiral Gallery 47 Church St Bega. Ph 6492 5322. Open Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 10am-1pm Dec - April. Represents regional, emerging & established artists. www.spiralgallery.org.au 9. Australian Pottery at Bemboka 1 Oliver Street, Bemboka. Ph 6493 0491. Australian pottery made in the last half century, in a contemporary house and gallery setting with mountain views. Open Sep-Jun Fri-Mon 10am-5pm or by appointment. www.australianpotteryatbemboka.com.au 10. The Crossing Gallery 21 Sharpe Street Candelo Ph 6493 2764 Open Thurs-Sun 10am-4pm or phone prior to coming. Featuring solo exhibitions by Dirk Rampling, Kathryn Hede and Lou Oakes. www.thecrossinggallery.com.au
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12. Boardwalkart Gallery 7 Bodalla Place, Merimbula. Exhibition of paintings by Tracey Creighton. Gallery fronts Merimbula Lake accessible 14 from the boardwalk. Open September-May, Wed & Sun only 11am - 3pm. Extended times during Xmas & Easter school holidays. Winter and other times open by appointment only. Phone Tracey on 6495 4608 or visit www.boardwalkart.com.au
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14. Art on Imlay Just up from the PO, Imlay St. Eden. More than 50 locals exhibiting art, jewellery, ceramics, sculptures, woodturners, slab settings, needlecraft, and papercraft. Currently two authors have their books on sale. http://eden.nsw.au/arts-crafts
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13. Artessence Gallery 47 Toalla St Pambula. Ph 6495 7286 Paintings, Ceramics, Jewellery, Glassware, Mosaics & Clothing by local & interstate artists. Open Mon-Fri 9.30am-4.30pm, Sat 10am-2pm.
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11. Bilyara Gallery 89 Wallagoot Lane (off Sapphire Coast Dr) Ph 6494 1559. Open Wed-Sun, 10-5pm. Landscape architecture in tranquil bush setting offering wide range of all Australian art and craft. Homemade cakes and coffee available. www.bilyaragallery.com.au
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Whales on the Far South Coast
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October Welcome to the beautiful Far South Coast - we hope you enjoy your visit in this fantastic region. Spring has arrived, and with it comes whales heading south on their annual migration to waters of the Antartic. With their young close by, hundreds of humpbacks pass right by our door, as do southern right whales and occasionally blue whales and orcas. The Far South Coast is one of the best places to go whale watching as time at sea is spent watching whales, not looking for them, unlike some destinations where it takes a couple of hours to reach whale feeding grounds. In fact, sometimes whales come so close to shore they can be easily seen from headlands and beaches. .There are heaps of festivals and events this month, beginning with a quilt exhibition in Batemans Bay on October 1st (page 38) and the Original Gold Rush Colony's Re-enactment Heritage Day at Mogo on October 3rd (page 34), and that's just the first weekend!
Contents On Saturday 9th, there's an Open Day at Montreal Goldfield near Bermagui (page 26) and the Bay Theatre Players kick off their season of CABARET (page 37). In Moruya on the weekend of the 15th - 17th there's the 14th Moruya Jazz Festival (page 33) and a Bridal Expo at the Bay Soldiers Club (page 38). End the month with the Ironwood Chamber Ensemble on Saturday 30th (page13) and you'll need a rest after all that activity! Our What's On page has all the details you'll find it on page 17. Keep your Imag handy as you travel around the region or check out our website at: www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au Do drive carefully, especially at night there's lots of wildlife around. Enjoy!
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with Cat Balou Cruises t ,yllufWhales knahT .slaudguaranteed ividni The whale season at Eden is in full swing passengers, however they limit their numbers only place in the world that Humpbacks feed uora fwith o ythe reHumpback vocer whales ydaemaking ts an early to 60 so everyone has plenty of room to on their migratory route. appearance this year. Cat Balou Cruises report move about. There is inside seating for all Later in the season, mother/calf pods travel many ofw Humpback whales in passengers and the upper deck and large a ta deseeing trecent amweeks itsepods s a 6 0 0 2 closer to shore, quite often stopping in the & have also sighted a number of bow area provide excellent viewing & photo Southern Right whales and a very impressive male Orca. Cat Balou Cruises owner/operators, Gordon & Ros Butt are celebrating their 21st year of whale watching at Eden, making them the most experienced whale watching operators in NSW. From now until late November daily whale watching cruises operate with a guarantee of seeing whales on both the half day and Budget whale watching cruises. In the rare event of not seeing whales at close range, and that does mean seeing whales, not just a glimpse of them, a return free cruise or a refund of half the fare is offered. Cat Balou is a stable 16mt catamaran which was launched in 2006 and can carry 72
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opportunities. A live commentary is given throughout and complimentary refreshments provided. Unlike most of the other ports in the area there is direct ocean access from the port of Eden with no sand bars to cross, therefore passengers are not required to wear life jackets. Passengers on the half day whale watch trip receive a bonus Twofold Bay Cruise. After spending the winter months in the warm, tropical waters where some whales mate or give birth, the Humpback whales head to their feeding grounds in Antarctica. At the start of the season it is mainly adults & sub adults seen, frequently feeding which is an awesome experience and possibly the
various bays along the coast. Occasionally other species of whales are sighted. Seals and dolphins plus many species of sea birds are usually seen on the cruises. The Pacific Whale Foundation from Hawaii will be returning to Eden again this season and will be working closely with Cat Balou as they continue their ongoing research of the Eastern Australian Humpback population. On selected afternoons Cat Balou also offer their 2hr Twofold Bay Discovery Cruises – ideal for families with smaller children. For bookings and timetable for all cruises Ph 0427 260489 or 0427 962027 Check their daily whale sightings at www.catbalou.com.au
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individuals. Thankfully, th steady recovery of aroun Whale watching FROM THE SKY WITH m.a.s. 2006 was estimated at ar Can't decide between going whalewatching or enjoying a scenic flight? Why not combine these popular activities with Merimbula Air Services, where all flights provide a fantastic opportunity to see whales as they make their annual migration down the coast. Merimbula Air Services has been flying the Far South Coast skies for many years, and has a range of scenic flights to cater for all budgets in both fixed wing and rotary aircraft. When the whales are around, M.A.S. pilots go out of their way to make sure everyone on board is able to observe the whales as they feed, play and rest. Naturally though, the most pressing concern remains is the well-being of all
whales, so guidelines that limit approaches to whales in their natural environment are strictly adhered to. Merimbula Air Service's deluxe scenic flight is the Big Day Out. Heading south over Twofold Bay, Greencape Lighthouse, Disaster Bay and Cape Howe, your plane touches down at Gabo Island. After a guided walk and tour of the historic lighthouse, it’s off to the Mallacoota Hotel for lunch. There’s an optional Lakes boat cruise in the afternoon, then it’s back to Merimbula, flying over the Lake system and Nadgee Nature Reserve. Other options include a half day trip to Gabo Island, or you can spend the whole day exploring this historic place. Flying north is possible as well, whether
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you take a quick skip up to Tura Beach, or really check out the coast all the way to Batemans Bay. The Lighthouse Trio run takes you to 3 spectacularly situated lighthouses - Gabo Island, Greencape then north to Montague Island near Narooma. Short flights over Merimbula Bay start from $45 per person (fixed wing aircraft) and $50 per person (helicopter) with a minimum of 2 adult fares required, children half price and infants free (kids receive a flight certificate). Gift vouchers are also available. For reservations and enquiries phone Merimbula Air Services 02 6495 1074 or visit www.mairserv.com.au
Bottlenose dolphinS
Description Black body with white callosities (bumps) on head.
Where you might see them All waters from tropical to temperate, all seasons.
Surfacing/diving
Size Small (to 3m). Description Dark grey upper body with light grey underneath, robust head with a short and stubby bottle shaped beak for which the species is named.
Fins/flukes No dorsal fin, short paddle-like pectoral fins.
Other characteristics Highly social, can occur in very large groups. Where you might see them Blow Inshore waters particularly along southern coastline between May and October. Also seen on the south-eastern and south-western coastlines. Have been known to enter Sydney harbour. Other characteristics May raise flukes on diving. Size Large, stocky whale (to 17m).
Common dolphinS Where you might see them All waters, open ocean and inshore, all seasons. Size Small (to 2.6m).
Humpback whales
Description Dark grey upper body, white belly, distinctive dark stripes sweeping down body, some tan – ochre/yellow on flanks.
Surfacing/diving
Other characteristics Often seen bowriding, and usually in large groups.
Fins/flukes Long pectoral fins (about 1/3 body length).
Further information Blow Where you might see them Inshore along length of east and west coasts between May and December. Size Large (to 16m). Description Dark grey back. White underside, fins and flukes.
Other characteristics Humpbacks are a most spectacular whale – often doing full body breaches, rolls and tail slaps.
For a copy of the Australian National Guidelines for Whale and Dolphin Watching and more information about whales and dolphins, go to www.saveourwhales.gov.au or contact the Australian Government Department of the Environment and Water Resources Community Information Unit - email ciu@environment.gov.au or call 1800 803 772.
Behaviour you may see FLUKE – the whale lifts its tail before diving, usually after arching its back.
BLOW (SPOUT) – the whale breathes out as it surfaces,blowing a cloud of vapour through its blowhole.
TAIL SLAP – the whale slaps its flukes on the surface.
TAIL LOB – the whale waves its flukes in the air.
SPy HOP – the whale lifts its head out of the water.
BrEACH – the whale leaps out of the water, often turning to land on its back, side or front.
PEC SLAP – the whale slaps its pectoral fins on the water.
BOW rIDE – the dolphin rides the wave in the front (or occasionally the rear) of a boat.
Illustrations by Tony Pyrzakowski. Photos: Killer whale by Gordon Bain, courtesy AAD; Humpback whale by Dave Paton; Southern right whale courtesy AAD; Blue whale by Peter Gill and Margie Morrice; Bottlenose dolphin courtesy GBrMPA; Minke whale courtesy AAD.
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George Bass and Mathew Flinders were the first Europeans to ‘discover’ Twofold Bay in 1798, but the region had been inhabited by members of the Yuin nation for thousands of years, attracted by the rich food resources offered by the sea and surrounding forests. Local Aboriginal people had a strong spiritual connection with killer whales, and this connection extended to include the harvesting of small whales and fish that the killer whales herded into the shallows. A permanent shore-based whaling station was first established by the Imlay Brothers in the 1830s, and whaling continued for another
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century. You can experience some of the town’s history at the Eden Killer Whale Museum, and see the skeleton of “Old Tom”, Eden’s famous killer whale. For a real taste of life in the whaling industry you can also visit Davidson’s Whaling Station, the longest operating shorebased whaling station in Australia, located on Kiah Inlet at Twofold Bay. Eden is now famous as a destination for whale-watching, with migrations occurring in late autumn and spring. Historic Boydtown, just a short drive south on the Princes Highway, was built by Ben Boyd in 1843 on the shores of Twofold Bay - the Seahorse Inn here has been beautifully restored.
Check out the fishing trawlers at Eden Wharf Wander through the Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre Hire a fishing charter, take a cruise or try sea kayaking on Twofold Bay (whale watching in season) Explore stunning National Parks VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Mitchell Street, Eden Ph: 02 6496 1953
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superb venues provide a smorgasbord of activities, entertainment and fantastic dining!
Eden Fishermen’s Recreation Club 217 Imlay Street Eden . Phone: 6496 1577 www.edenfishermens.com.au
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Dining with this view!
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Eden Gardens Country Club Princes Hwy Eden . Phone: 6496 1126 www.edenfishermens.com.au
● Club Keno ● Club TAB ● Raffles ● Free child-minding ● Sky and Austar ● Bingo ● Regular entertainment ● Lunch and dinner 7 days a week
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● 18 hole championship golf course ● Fully stocked pro shop ● Lawn bowls ● No crowds, no stress ● Restaurant - Chinese and Australian menu 7 days lunch and dinner
A new photographic display at the Eden Killer Whale Museum will show how pets have been cherished on board ships as loyal travelling companions on many sea voyages. Little Shipmates: seafaring pets, an Australian National Maritime Museum travelling exhibition, features 22 photographs from the museum’s Sam Hood Collection. The images capture how much pets meant to many seafarers in a life where they were often far from their families for long periods of time. Photographs of cats, dogs, monkeys and birds on board ships clearly show their owners attachment. Sydney photographer Sam Hood took hundreds of photographs of crew members between 1900 and the 1950s as souvenirs for their visit or to send home to families. One photograph on display shows an English ship’s officer with his pet monkey, evidence of the many exotic ports seafarers visited during their voyages. Others show how cats and dogs became treasured members of the crew as in the Scottish steamer Strathgarry’s photo showing the ship’s company including the captain’s terrier and two cats. Sam Hood created an unparalleled record of Sydney’s maritime life from the 1890s to the 1950s, capturing Located in the heart of beautiful Eden, only minutes walk to club, hotels and shopping centre
images of ships, crews, cargo handling, shipbuilding and launching, wartime scenes, pleasure boating and sailing through his lens. Little Shipmates – seafaring pets is open from 16 October - 23 January '11. The Eden Killer Whale Museum is open Monday to Saturday from 9.15am - 3.45 pm and Sundays 11.15am – 3.45pm. All inquiries 6496 2094 or visit www.killerwhalemuseum.com.au Right: Seaman with a cat and kitten about 1910 Nitrate negative ANMM Collection Samuel J Hood Studio
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• New Complex • Centre of Town • Motel & SC Units • Now with Wireless Broadband • Fantastic views of Twofold Bay 178 Imlay St, Eden NSW 2551
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Eden’s Simply Succulents 100’s of plants at wholesale prices lOver 700 named plants in private collection to view lOpen most days other times by appointment l
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· Extensive range of historical books · Disabled Access · Bus Parking 184 Imlay St, EDEN opp Police Station ph 02 6496 2094 fax 02 6496 2024 www.killerwhalemuseum.com.au email: promo@killerwhalemuseum.com.au
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Pambula The Pambula River floodplain was for thousands of years a source of food and materials for the Thaua people of the Yuin nation. Europeans first explored the region during George Bass's southern voyage
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www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au of 1797. Seeking shelter from a gale, Bass travelled up the Pambula River, noting its beauty in his diary. A marker has been erected by the National Parks and Wildlife Service on this historic site. European settlement began in the 1830s, with the original township built on the southern banks of the Pambula River. Severe flooding in the 1860s meant the town had to be re-located to its present site on higher ground. Timber, maize, wattlebark, dairying and oyster farming formed the basis of the local economy in the late nineteenth century. However in 1888, gold was discovered on the banks of the Yowaka River, and by 1891 there were eleven mining companies in operation at the Mount Gahan site. Pambula’s historic past is very much in evidence today, with beautifully restored and maintained historic buildings. Pambula has an eclectic mix of
businesses, with art galleries, cafes, restaurants, gift shops and pubs. Just 5 minutes east of the village is Pambula Beach with an excellent swimming beach patrolled by the Pambula Surf Life Saving Club, a dog friendly beach at Middle Beach and the beautiful Pambula Rivermouth. Pambula Lake is just south where there’s a boat ramp and oyster growers selling fresh Pambula Lake oysters.
What to See & Do Enjoy the beautiful historic buildings of Pambula Village Visit the ‘Oaklands’ complex Take a walk around Panboola Visit the friendly kangaroos at Pambula Beach Try some oysters at Pambula Lake Take a trip to the scenic village of Wyndham
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OPEN 7 DAYS Hit the Dance Floor at Golf Club's Rock & Roll Dinner Oaklands Pambula Dance The big entertainment event of the annual Sapphire Coast Week of Golf is the dinner dance, and for fans of rock & roll dancing, it's an evening not be missed. 'Shadoogie' will be providing the music for a 50s & 60s Rock & Roll Dinner Dance held at the Pambula Merimbula Golf Club on Thursday October 21st. Even though its held during the Week of Golf, the dinner dance is open to members of the public. Tickets can be purchased at the Club's Reception desk for $42 for Club members and $47 for non-Club members. Tickets include a fantastic 3 course dinner and entertainment. The evening starts at 6.30pm, with proceedings teeing off at 7pm. So bust out the blue suede shoes and the big skirts for a great night out.
♦ Trail & Pony Rides Ph 0428 957 257 ♦ Animal Nursery ♦ Farm & Garden Supplies ♦ Merv’s Shed - Old Wares Ph 6495 6822 ♦ Home Spun Yarns - Mohair, Alpacca fleeces Silk yarns. Ashford supplier Ph 0402 930 447 ♦ Oaklands Café Breakfast & Lunch 9am - 4pm 7 days Ph Café 6495 7373
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the beautiful views; from the Wharf to Spencer Park, from the Bridge to Top Lake and around Fishpen. There are a range of activities and attractions in Merimbula, including deep-sea fishing, whale-watching, snorkelling, surfing, cycling, scenic flights, ten-pin bowling, family fun parks or experiencing native animals or marine creatures up close. Merimbula is a great place to go shopping, with specialty shops and nationally-known outlets tucked away in arcades and courtyards. There are also plenty of cafes to provide a caffeine boost if the energy levels start to fall. Merimbula has a great range of restaurants, clubs and the Hotel offering a host of dining experiences.
Merimbula is the tourist hub of the Bega Valley with its lakeside restaurants and cafes, and a vast array of attractions and accommodation choices. Merimbula has a long history of human occupation, with Aboriginal people making the most of the available food resources, leaving behind middens that are still visible today. In more recent times, Merimbula was one of several coastal trading ports connecting the region to the outside world - the Old School Museum on Main St has information and displays about the town’s early history. With its location on the shores of Merimbula Lake, there are several walking tracks that take advantage of
Go whale watching Get out on the water with hire boats or fishing charters, and go dolphin watching Take a scenic flight up and down the spectacular Far South Coast Have some thrills at Magic Mountain Fun Park, Top Fun & Mandeni Family Fun Park Visit the Merimbula Aquarium at the Wharf at fish feeding time Visit Potoroo Palace Native Animal Education Sanctuary Go fishing off the Wharf, beaches or in the Lake VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Beach Street, Merimbula Ph: 02 6495 1129
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Ironwood Chamber Ensemble visit Wolumla this October Ironwood is a flexible ensemble of world class musicians who are based in Australia and perform at an elite level, exploring the sound of chamber music on gut strings. The ensemble comprises some of Australia’s foremost chamber musicians who perform on both period and modern string instruments. The ensemble first came together in late 2006, presenting a festival of Mozart’s chamber works for strings and piano at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and since then has presented concerts in conjunction with Historic Houses Trust at Vaucluse and Elizabeth Bay Houses as well as other historic venues. Ironwood was one of the first music ensembles as Artist-in-Residence at Bundanon in 2007 and returned again this year. Independently the musicians have performed with many prestigious orchestras including Australian Chamber Orchestra, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Australian Brandenberg Orchestra and the Sydney, Melbourne and Tasmanian symphony Orchestras. Featured in the group are Rachael Beesley, violin, Julia Fredersdorff, violin, Nicole Forsyth, viola and Daniel Yeadon, cello. Guest artist, Neal Peres da Costa, will accompany the ensemble on fortepiano. Dr Peres da Costa specialises in performance on historical keyboard instruments of the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries and is Chair of the Early Music Unit at the Sydney Con. Previously
Dr Peres da Costa spent many years as Professor of Fortepiano at the Royal Academy of Music in London. He has also performed extensively around the world with Florilegium, an internationally renowned period instrument ensemble. Sapphire Coast Music Society will present Ironwood performing an all Mozart concert at Wolumla Hall on Saturday 30 October at 2.30pm. Tickets $18 members, $25 non-members and $21 concession. Further information from 6495 9708 or 6495 0232. Top Right: Rachael Beesley, Julia Fredersdorff, Nicole Forsyth Daniel Yeadon of "Ironwood". Bottom Right: Neal Pere da Costa
Showcasing the Marine Life of our coast plus Great Food with spectacular views
Fish Feeding Monday, Wednesday & Friday 11.30
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Lake Street Merimbula Phone (02) 6495 4446
the tastes of the town and views to match Relax in our NEW outdoor terrace Featuring rock water-wall, copper walls and overhead table heating. Dine in the spacious Coral Sea Restaurant - perfect for that night out with friends and family • Austar on two large screens • Regular live entertainment & promotions • Free child minding • Bingo (Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday) • Full sports lounge bar
Merimbula RSL Club
52-54 Main Street, Merimbula Tel: 6495 1502 Fax: 6495 3602 enquiries@merimbularsl.com.au www. merimbularsl.com.au • Is gambling a problem for you? G-Line is a confidential annonymous and free counselling service - FREE CALL 1800 633 635
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NATIVE ANIMAL EDUCATIONAL SANCTUARY • Open 10am-4pm daily (except Christmas Day and Good Friday) • Educational talks at 11 am and 2 pm each day • Individual Animal Encounters by arrangement • Function room available for hire for meetings, work shops, conferences and exhibitions
• Blue Wren Cafe now licensed, enjoy Breakfast, Lunch & Devonshire Tea • BBQ also available • Evening meals (with talks & walk optional) for groups by arrangement
9km north of Merimbula on the Princes Hwy Ph: 02 6494 9225 Fax: 02 6494 9559 Office: 02 6494 9053 Email: info@potoroopalace.com www.potoroopalace.com
Club Sapphire Merimbula Home of Merimbula-Imlay Bowling Club
The perfect place to relax with family and friends. The Club features: • 4 magnificent bowling greens • Entertainment auditorium and Sapphire Room for functions • Rockpool Cafe and Gardens • Pacific Bistro • Leisure lounges • Club Keno, TAB, Sky Channel and Austar, ATM and EFTPOS • Free Courtesy Shuttle Bus Main Street, Merimbula, NSW Phone (02) 6495 1306 Fax (02) 6495 1952 www.merimbulabowlingclub.com.au Email: info@mibc.com.au
THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS Club Sapphire Tura Home of Tura Beach Country Club
Enjoy spectacular views over the Pacific Ocean from this magnificent 18 hole championship course. • 2 Bowling Greens • 2 Tennis Courts • Seaview Bistro – Open daily 12.00–8.30pm • Club Keno, Austar, ATM, EFTPOS, TAB and Sky Channel (from Feb) • Free Courtesy Shuttle Bus The Fairway, Tura Beach, NSW Phone (02) 6495 9002 Fax (02) 6495 9756 Proshop Ph. (02) 6495 9068 www.turabeachcountryclub.com.au Email: turaclub@mibc.com.au
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Learn about local native animals at Potoroo Palace “What is a Potoroo?”, “Does an echidna have a tail?”, “Why are dingoes so important to our eco-system?”, “Why do Koalas spend so much time asleep?” “How do pythons keep their eggs warm for hatching?” To find the answers to these questions, visit Potoroo Palace Native Animal Education Sanctuary on the Princes Highway just south of Yellowpinch Dam. Informative and entertaining Keeper Talks are held twice daily at 11am and 2pm, during which visitors get very close to and even touch many of the animals. Prior to Keeper Talks, visitors receive an overview of the Park and its animals whilst enjoying the popular Train Ride. More adventurous visitors can delight in hand-feeding the kookaburras or tawny frogmouth. For the ultimate experience, try an ‘Up Close and Personal Encounter’ with dingoes on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday (please note there is an extra charge for these encounters). Head down to the Blue Wren Café and let chef Craig Hiscocks tempt you with one of his many culinary delights. Craig uses locally sourced organic ingredients and as the café is licensed, a fine selection of wines and beers is available to enjoy with your meal. Children will love the great Kids Menu. If you are after something light, relax with a cup of Byron Bay Fair Trade coffee and a delicious slice of fresh home made cake. Potoroo Palace Native Animal Education Sanctuary and Blue Wren Café are open 7 days a week (except Good Friday and Christmas Day) 10am – 4pm. Phone (02) 6494 9225
Everything Earthy - it's only natural At Everything Earthy you'll find a warm welcome as you browse through the racks of natural fibre clothing for men and women. The new summer stock has arrived, so Eve and her staff encourage you to try on anything and everything in the shop so you can feel the difference when wearing natural fibres. Because natural fibres breathe, you will feel cooler in summer and warmer in winter and the clothing is both comfortable and affordable. Everything Earthy also stocks an interesting range of unusual giftware and you can find original, handmade jewellery, most of which are one-off pieces. There is a treasure trove of scarves, keyrings, bags and hats. A big seller is the hemp bodycare. Treat yourself to a hemp handcream, soap or lipbalm. Hemp has amazing healing properties for skin problems such as psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema and rashes. A new addition to the gift line are beautiful glass lamps from Germany. They create a special ambience in the home and are more like a piece of art - see above right.
The shop is colourful with a happy, relaxed feel so why not make a visit and have a look around - it's the natural thing to do.
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MANDENI FAMILY FUN PARK & GOLF CENTRE Enquire about our family day pass
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Try Caneoing @ Brogo Wilderness Canoes Spring is a great time to explore the inland waterways of the Far South Coast - the days are fine, the water is warming up, and the crowds have yet to arrive. One of the best locations to go canoeing is the Brogo Dam, with its extensive catchment running back into the magnificent Brogo Wilderness area. The waterways are pristine, and the peaceful backwaters are a haven for local native birdlife and fauna - sea eagles, swooping azure kingfishers, water dragons, goannas and shy echidnas have all been observed on and around the Dam.
To really explore the beauty of the Brogo Dam and Brogo Wilderness, hire a fully equipped canoe from Dave and Sue at Brogo Wilderness Canoes. Their canoes are safe, stable “Canadians”, and all safety gear, maps and instructions are provided. For tranquillity and beauty it’s hard to beat - you can explore forest gullies, swim, bring a picnic lunch and stop wherever you desire. A 2 - 3 person canoe with all safety gear costs just $20 per person for a half day, with children half price. For bookings contact Dave or Sue on (02) 6492 7328.
What's On - October 1st - 3rd October - 10th Biennial Quilt Exhibition, Batemans Bay Soldiers Club Presented by the South Coast and Country Quilters Guild, the Exhibition is open from 10am - 8pm Friday and Saturday, 10am - 4pm Sunday. Admission $5, students free. Proceeds s donated to local charities, Raffle proceeds to South Coast Helicopter Service. 3rd October - Re-enactment Heritage Day, Original Gold Rush Colony, Mogo Guided History Tours with Bushranger re-enactments @ 10.30am, 12.30pm and 2pm, wood turning and blacksmithing demonstrations, billy tea and damper making, whip cracking, traditional games plus Moruya Antique Tractor and Machinery Club. Bring a picnic lunch or try Pot Luck Stew and Brew. Gates open 9.30am, activities commence 10.30am. Entry $15 adults, $12 seniors, $40 Family (2 +2), children under 5 free. Locals (postcode 2536/2537) pay $2. Ph 4474 2123 www.goldrushcolony.com.au 9th October - Montreal Goldfield Open Day, Wallaga Lake Rd Bermagui Goldfield Tours every 10 minutes from 9.30am - 3pm. Demonstrations of gold
panning and crafts from yesteryear, billy tea and damper and Lions Club BBQ. Entry $5 per person, $20 families. Ph 6493 3054. www.montrealgoldfield.org.au 9th October - 6th November CABARET, Bay Theatre Playhouse CABARET tells the simple story of two ill-fated lovers love affairs blighted by the sinister political undercurrents in Berlin in 1930. CABARET is Bay Theatre Players final production for 2010 and runs from Sturday October 9th until Saturday November 6th. Tickets from Bargain Box Fabrics, Orient St, Batemans Bay (eftpos available). Ph 4472 5984. Tickets $20, pensioners $18, $10 preview 2pm, Saturday 9th. www.baytheatreplayers.org.au 15th - 17th October - Moruya Jazz Festival Artists include Wizard and Oz, Al Davey and the MonSTARS, Waiting For Guinness, Mike Hallam’s Hot Six, Festival of Voice plus Australia’s Queen of Boogie Piano Jan Preston. Free events include Jazz street parade, gospel church services, Festival brekky at the Monarch Hotel and a Picnic in the Park. Weekend pass $65 - purchase at www.eurobodalla.com.au
16th October - 23rd January 2011 Little Shipmates - seafaring pets, Eden Killer Whale Museum Photographic display from Australian National Maritime Museum showing the special place pets have as cherished companions on board ships. Images from the Sam Hood Collection. Phone 6496 2094 for more information or go to page 9. www.killerwhalemuseum.com.au 17th October - Bridal Expo, Batemans Bay Soldiers Club Bridal wear and lingerie fashion parades, lucky door prizes plus a chance to win 'The Ultimate Wedding Package' (brides and grooms must be present at the time of the draw). Open 10am - 3pm. Phone 4472 4117, www.baysoldiers.com.au 30th October - Ironwood Chamber Ensemble with Neal Peres de Costa, 2.30pm at Wolumla Hall, Wolumla Presented by Sapphire Coast Music Society, tickets from Booktique (Merimbula) Magpie Music (Bega), Eden Music Centre or at the door. Tickets $18 members, $21 concession card holders, $25 non-members. For more information, phone Olwen Morris on 6495 0232. www.thebegavalley.org.au/index. php?id=9428 www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au
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Bega is the business and administrative heart of the Bega Valley. It is also a place of natural beauty, surrounded by lush pastures and forests hugging the escarpment. Views of Mumbulla Mountain to the north and the escarpment to the west are best appreciated from the Lookout, located just 5 kilometres north of town on the Princes Highway. In the language of local Aboriginal people, members of the Yuin nation, Bega is said to mean “large camping ground”; it would have been a
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place of great abundance, with an underground lake feeding a series of wetlands, providing plenty of tucker. The dairy industry has always played a major part in the Bega economy, and this is still the case today, with the Bega Cheese Co-op one of Australia’s leading manufacturers of dairy products, exporting some $50m of product every year. A visit to the Bega Cheese Heritage Centre is a must for anyone new to the region; the Heritage Centre has a wonderful display of cheese and butter-making equipment from the 1900s. The Heritage Centre is also home to the Bega Tourist Information Centre, which provides a wealth of information about attractions throughout the region.
What to See & Do Visit the Bega Cheese Heritage Centre Follow the picturesque walking/cycling track near the Bega River Take in the view from the Bega lookout, 5km north of Bega Go canoeing in the Wadbilliga National Park Visit the Art Galleries Explore the surrounding villages of Bemboka, Candelo and Wyndham
VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE At Bega Cheese Heritage Centre Lagoon Street, Bega Ph: 02 6491 7645
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(closed Christmas Day & Good Friday) • Free admission • Gourmet range of fudge • Cheese tastings & sales • Ice creams, milk shakes & light meals • The History of Dairying Museum • Picnic area • Local products • Arts & Crafts www.begacheese.com.au heritage.centre@begacheese.com.au
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Award winning range of food, Pizza deals and more. Open 10am-9.30pm Mon to Fri, 4.30pm-9.30pm Sat & Sun. At 98 Carp St Bega next to Coles with plenty of parking. Phone ahead for prompt service:
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Breakfast & Lunch. Great coffee, friendly staff, table service. Everything home-made on the premises. Corporate and private catering available
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A ppr oved Retailer Watkin’s 3D Paint and Colour Longest established paint specialists in the area for over 25 years. For all your painting solutions, tools & advice. 95 Carp St Bega 6492 3162
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BEST LITTLE MUSIC SHOP IN THE •THE Fantastic range of instruments & • Fantastic range of instruments & accessories • Print music, CD’s & DVD’s •accessories Print music, CD’s & DVD’s •• The in Hi-Fi & Home Thebest best in Hi-Fi & Theatre Home Theatre • School of Music - teaching all instruments • Magpie School of Music - teaching all instruments 125 Auckland St Bega 6492 3533 www.magpiemusic.com.au
Large range of stock frames, fast 6 little nursery downSelection the lane and the friendly service. of • local•• photography by Tony & Robert Lockerbie. Think outside the picture. Open Mon to Fri 9am – 5pm, Sat 9am – 1pm 32-34 Church Street, Bega Phone 02 6492 6628 115 Carp St Bega 6492 6500 tony@tonylockerbie.com Hardy plants for coastal, frost and drought conditions Special interest books and gift cards Seedlings and herbs are our specialty Come, relax and be inspired by the ambience of our nursery
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Discover the delights of our Bed and Breakfast in a gracious 1870’s home in the heart of Bega. 3 individual ensuite rooms, one with spa bath.
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Tathra With beautiful beaches, estuaries and National Parks all close by, Tathra is an ideal holiday destination for both families and couples. Tathra’s famous historic Wharf, classified by the National Trust as the
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Mogareeka provides an easy launch into the Bega River estuary. Tathra also has plenty of great places to eat, ranging from gourmet delis to cafes and restaurants.
What to See & Do
Explore the many beautiful beaches and National Parks Fish off the Tathra Wharf Go bushwalking on the Kangarutha Track or in the Tathra Wildlife Reserve Check out the view and whales from the Headland lookout Enjoy the walk from Tathra to the mouth of the Bega River at Mogareeka Take the kids to the skatebowl and the playground near the Surf Lifesaving Club Explore the Bega River by boat Visit the many art galleries and studios between Tathra and Bermagui.
Award Winning Sausages 1st Prize - Gourmet Chicken 2nd Prize - Pork 3rd Prize - Continental Great range of quality meats and smallgoods
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Live Music October Eden Fishermens Club Ph 6496 1577 Sat 9th Alice Plumb and Cameron Cusack Show (Note: Entry fees apply) Sat 16th 2EC Jukebox Saturday Night (Free entry) Sat 29th Lounge Lizards (Free Entry) Pambula Merimbula Golf Club Ph 6495 6154 Fri 15th Jeniva Convention Sat 16th Stool Pigeon Sun 17th Ben Anderson Wed 20th Andy O’Donnell Thu 21st “Shadoogie” Dinner Dance Members $42, Non Members $47 Includes 3 course meal and music from the 50’s and 60’s Book at Reception Fri 22nd Darryl Lamb Club Sapphire Ph 6495 1306 Fri 1st Cube Nightclub Free in the Audi, 9pm Sat 2nd Darryl Lamb Free in the Main Bar, 8pm Fri 8th Laurel Calvert Free in the Main Bar, 8pm Sat 9th Ben Anderson Free in the Main Bar, 8pm Fri 15th Cube Nightclub Free in the Audi, 9pm Sat 16th Doc Smith Free in the Main Bar, 8pm Thu 21 The Swedish Jazz Kings Audi, 8pm. $15 D.S.J.C. members, $20 non-members Fri 22nd Cube Nightclub
Tathra Beach Country Club Golf or Tennis Ph 6494 1220
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Free in the Audi, 9pm Sat 23rd Struth Free in the Main Bar, 8pm Fri 29th Back to the 70s & 80s Theme Night, Audi 8pm. $20 members, $25 non-members. Sat 30th Over the Moon Free in the Main Bar, 8pm Merimbula Aquarium And Wharf Restaurant Ph 6495 4446 Sun 3rd Steve Clarke Trio Lakeview Hotel Ph 6495 1202 Sat 2nd Timmy Trumpet Sat 9th Dj Mick Sat 16th DJ Mick Sat 23rd DJ Mick Sat 30th DJ Mick Merimbula RSL Ph 6495 1502 Sat 9th The Lounge Lizards Sat 16th Over the Moon Sat 23rd Jan Musson Sat 30th The Acacia Girls Tura Beach Country Club Ph 6495 9002 All entertainment 7pm – 11pm Fri 1st Darryl Lamb Fri 8th Darryl Lamb Fri 15th Doc Smith Fri 22nd Struth Tathra Beach Hotel-Motel Ph 6494 1101 Contact Hotel for details Bermagui Country Club Ph 6493 4340 Fri 1st Karaoke Sat 2nd Brian & Annie Fri 8th Garry Jones Sat 9th Jamie Parkinson Fri 15th Candy McVeity Sat 16th Tony Jaggers Fri 22nd Brian and Annie Sat 23rd Wayne Tresize Fri 29th Darryl Lamb Sat 30th Dave Nolan Dromedary Hotel, Central Tilba Ph 4473 7223
Entertainment 5.30pm - 9.30pm Sun 10th Bo Jenkins Sun 24th Jeff Atchinson Sun 31st Adam Hole & the Marji Curren Trio Tilba Valley Winery Ph 4473 7308 Sun 3rd Vince Melouney (also appearing at the Winery's New Year’s Eve party - book now)
Club Catalina Country Club Ph 4472 4022 Entertainment from 7:30pm with free admission Fri 1st Ricky Lynch Band Sat 2nd Pieces Of 8 Sun 3rd Carousel Fri 8th Kerri O’Keefe Sat 9th Darryl Lamb Fri 15th Scott Usback Sat 16th Michelle Cashman Fri 22nd Tony Jaggers Sat 23rd Jacqui Seczawa Fri 29th Darcy Le Year Sat 30th Kirk Davis Club Catalina Sports & Leisure Club Ph 4472 4502 Fri 1st Dorothy the Dinosaur's Travelling Show Tickets $18 Sat 2nd - Mon 4th Great Southern Blues Festival, MacKay Park All visitors welcome at Club Catalina Sports & Leisure Club Sat 2nd Power Party - D.J Nocturnal Rhythm, 8pm - midnight Free Entry Sat 9th Indent Tour 16-22 yrs olds, 7pm 10.30pm, Alcohol Free event Tickets available on website or at the Door Batemans Bay Soldiers Club Ph 4472 4117 LOUNGE BAR Fri 1st/Sat 2nd Damn Fine Gentlemen (Long weekend) Fri 8th/Sat 9th Bo Jenkins Fri 15th/Sat 16th Jivehouse Fri 22nd/Sat 23rd Impact One Fri 29th/Sat 30th Spud Murphy AUDITORIUM Fri 1st - Sat 3rd South Coast and Country Quilters Guild 10th Biennial Quilt Exhibition 10am daily, $5 entry, profit to local charities Sun 17th Bridal Expo Wed 27th Morning Melodies ts Showtime 10am Cuppa, Sat 30th Back to 70s & 80s Doors open 8.00pm $15 members, $17 non-members
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Caption forFishermens Bermagui photograph Wharf © Photographer © Paul Callaghan
Bermagui Bermagui offers visitors a myriad of things to do and places to go. Pristine beaches and lakes provide water activities from surfing to swimming, snorkelling, boating and canoeing. Book a fishing charter on one of the many local boats or throw in a line from the beach, rocks or along the Bermagui River. Don't miss a swim in the beautiful Blue Pool, set on the edge of the ocean at the base of the cliffs off Scenic Drive. Try out the 18-hole golf course, hit a ball around the tennis courts or play bowls at the Bermagui Country Club. The Terrace Cafe at the Club is open every day for lunch and dinner; you can pore over the menu online so you can order as soon as you arrive. Test your riding skills at the Bermagui Mountain Bike Park. Go bush walking, take a guided walk or bird watch in the surrounding National Parks and State Forests.
www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au Take a guided tour of the Montreal Goldfield and learn about the discovery of gold in the 1880s. There is a range of accommodation in Bermagui including B&Bs, motels, tourist/caravan parks, self-contained holiday units and houses and camping. Bermagui is undergoing something of a building boom, with the new $3.5m Fisherman's Co-op opening in December 2009. This magnificent building, designed by architect Phillip Cox, features timber in its construction. The complex has several restaurants, a wine bar and fantastic gift shops to wander through, or sit and watch all the action on the wharf whilst your enjoying some fish 'n' chips. Bermagui is a fantastic place to base yourself when on holiday. After you've finished exploring all the things to do around town, it's only a short drive to Foxglove Gardens at Tilba Tilba, and the historic village Central Tilba.
Cobargo, the village famous for its working craftspeople, is only a 15 minute drive away. Or drive south to taste local wines and enjoy a meal at the Mimosa Drystone Restaurant.
What to See & Do Take a tour of the historic Montreal Goldfield Enjoy the cycle and walking tracks around town Swim in Bermagui's famous Blue Pool, next to the ocean Visit the new Fishermen's Wharf complex VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Bunga Street, Bermagui Ph: 02 6493 3054 Open 7 days 10am - 4pm
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Bingo - Monday 11am Trivia - Wednesday 8pm Pool Comp - Wednesday 7.30pm - Friday 7.30pm - Saturday 7.30pm
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Try out the Club’s new Kids Play Area - now open in the Terrace Cafe Table Service is now available at the Terrace Raffles Every Wednesday and Friday night! First draw 7.30pm
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The Terrace Opening Hours: Lunch 12pm - 2pm Dinner 6pm - 8.30pm Open 7 days For bookings phone 64934177 Courtesy Bus available Friday & Wednesday evenings - bookings can be made by phoning the club on 64934340, or bus mobile 0427233639
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Classic Fashion and Collectable and Unusual Decor Shop 3 – on the wharf 73 - 79 Lamont Street Bermagui NSW 2546 Phone: 02 6493 5686
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Home Décor Books Linen Vintage Fishermen’s Wharf A great combination of5surf, skate and Wallaga Street The Pineapple 73-79 Lamont Street, street wear. Labels include Havianas, Bermagui, NSW 2546 Bermagui, NSW 2546 House Elwood, Mossimo, Lollita, Seafolly Kids, and Women’s All About Eve, O & E, Kustom & Men Osiris. Classic Fashion
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Artists Now Showing: Greg Postle & Sam Davis Upstairs Bermagui Fishermen’s Wharf Your Hosts - Janinka & Bruce. Open Wednesday thru Sunday from 2pm, 7 days in NSW holiday periods & public holidays Ph 02 6493 3410
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Montreal Goldfield Open Day Saturday October 9th Wallaga Lake Rd, Bermagui
Goldfield Tours
Admittance by guided tour only Tours daily at 2pm - $5pp - 1¼ hrs
Depart every 10 minutes from 9.30am - 3.00pm Enjoy real billy tea and damper Lions Club BBQ Demonstrations of gold-panning and crafts from yesteryear Probus singers
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Monthly Markets Guide Eden Eden Market 1st Saturday of month from 8am 1pm. Eden RSL Hall, Calle Calle St. Eden local produce market 3rd Saturday of the month. Eden Community Garden, Uniting Church, Chandos Street. 8:30-12 noon Nethercote Nethercote Seasonal Produce Market 23rd October. Nethercote Hall, cnr Nethercote & Back Creek Roads. 8am - 12 noon Pambula Pambula Rotary Market 2nd Sunday of month Pambula Recreation Grounds. Pambula Craft Market 2nd Sunday of mth from 8am - 1pm. Cnr. Monaro & Toalla Sts. Robin Hood Service Club Craft & Collectables Market 2nd Sunday of month from 8am - 1pm. Pambula Town Hall. Merimbula Merimbula Seaside Market & Fair 3rd Sunday of month from 8.30 - 12.30 Ford Oval. Merimbula RFS Market Thursday 7th & Friday 8th Thursday 28th & Friday 29th 9am – 3pm at Twyford Hall.
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Wyndham Wyndham Market 4th Sunday of month from 8.30am 12.30pm at Wyndham Hall (OPEN IN ALL WEATHER). Candelo Candelo Markets 1st Sun. of each month from 8.30am 12.30pm. Candelo Park Sports Oval & Town Hall. Bega Old Bega Hospital Market 2nd Sat of mth from 8.30am - 2pm. Princes Hwy, South Bega. Farmer’s Market 1st & 3rd Friday of month from 9am 2pm. Littleton Gardens, Bega. Cobargo Cobargo Market last Saturday of mth, from 9am, behind Cobargo Hotel Bermagui Bermagui Hand & Homemade Market last Sunday of mth, 8.30 - 12.30, Dickinson Park. Tilba Tilba Growers Market Every Saturday 8am till 12noon Tilba Hall, contact 44737284 Narooma Narooma Rotary Markets 4th Sunday of mth NATA Oval, off Princes Hwy.
Moruya Moruya Country Market Riverside Park, cnr Shore St and Ford St 8am - 1pm every Saturday morning. Malua Bay Quota Seaside Market 1st Saturday August, October & December. Malua Bay Beach Reserve, Malua Bay. Batemans Bay Bay Sunday Markets at 1 Museum Place, Batemans Bay (behind Historical Society), 1st, 2nd & 4th Sun of each month. Batemans Bay Coastal Patrol Market 1st Sun of mth, Corrigans’ Park, Batehaven, 9am-1pm. Batemans Bay High School 3rd Sunday of month.
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Cobargo Bazaar Ever wondered where to go to find something a bit unusual, a bit different or a bit funky? Head to Cobargo Bazaar to find something special for yourself or your home. With a range of clothing made from natural fibres and silks in different styles and sizes, Cobargo Bazaar is a world away from mass-produced clothing retailers. There are plenty of clothes that you won’t find in the average ‘high street’ store. You’ll also find lots of beautiful jewelry, particularly silver, with designs sourced from around the world. Funky hats are plentiful, as well as shawls and silk scarves to add some colour. Cobargo Bazaar also stocks homewares, including hand-carved furniture, hammocks, exquisite light fittings from Indonesia, folk instruments from around the globe and lots of other craft items to bring a unique touch to your home. From India you’ll find cushion covers, bedspreads and rugs in gorgeous designs and colours. Drop in to Cobargo Bazaar and see for yourself - it’s a real treasure trove. Cobargo Bazaar, Princes Highway, Cobargo Ph/Fax 6493 6608.
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Quality leather goods including: • R.M. Williams, Akubra, Drizabone • Belts made on-site • Promoting Australian Made • Best value on the South Coast 68 Princes Highway, Cobargo 2550 Phone 6493 6655
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Bangles Gallery A comprehensive range of all Australian made pottery Princes Hwy Cobargo 6493 6608
Cobargo Bazaar • Ethnic Art • Folk Instruments • Jewellery • Clothing & Crystals Princes Hwy Cobargo 6493 6608
Freshly roasted coffee. Home-made cakes, biscuits & Paninis. Featured in Good Food Guide 2010. “Taste sensations that resonate...” 59 Princes Hwy Cobargo 6493 6007 www.valleyedge.net
Ello’s Cafe Decked out like a carriage, with comfortable booth seating and outdoor eating area, Ello’s Cafe serves all day breakfast, light meals and take-aways.
57a Princess Hwy, Cobargo 6493 6206
Life’s Little Pleasures Australian-made locally hand-crafted arts and crafts, woodward, organic products, jewellery, garden ornaments, clothes & more
Princes Hwy Cobargo 6493 6166
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Monthly Garden Advice Citrus For All Situations Every garden should have one! How many times have you heard this said about a particular plant? Citrus are such a wonderful versatile group of plants and every garden should have one or another of these wonderful fruiting trees. Usually gardeners settle on a lemon as their first choice, as generally they are the most versatile. Whatever variety you select, if you follow some simple rules you will be rewarded with a healthy tree that not only provides you with fruit but also provides a plant of
exceptional versatility and beauty. Citrus enjoy a site that is hot and sunny and preferably sheltered from strong winds. They cannot tolerate wet feet so good drainage is essential especially if you live in an area that has excessive winter rainfall. Plant them on a slightly raised mound if you think the soil could become waterlogged at some stage. Citrus can be planted all year round, however most nurserymen that operate in areas with cold winters will only carry citrus during the warmer
months of the year. Once you have made your selection and are ready to plant, dig a wide hole and incorporate some planting compost or manure into your soil. If the soil is a bit on the clay side you could add some Gypsum at the bottom of the hole. Back fill the hole with the mixed soil, and water in. Citrus are relatively heavy feeders and a couple of months after planting you should commence a regular fertilising program with a selective fertiliser for citrus. If you don’t have a spot in the garden for a citrus, consider planting one in a large container. Nearly all Citrus now come with dwarf varieties as well as full size varieties. Remember to use a quality potting mix that contains more than pine bark as many of the lesser quality mixes do. Keith Mundy The Spires Nursery Tilba Tilba www.thespiresnursery.com.au
N u r s e r i e s & G a rd e n s Simply Succulents 47 Government Rd Eden Ph 6496 1906 Open Sat-Tues Bega Garden Nursery 32-34 Church St Bega Ph 6492 6628 Open Mon-Sat The Spires Nursery Corkhill Dr, Tilba Tilba Ph 4473 7196 Open 7 days Foxglove Spires Open Garden Corkhill Dr, Tilba Tilba Ph 4473 7375 Open 7 days Bodalla Nursery 195 Princes Hwy Bodalla Ph 4473 5166 Open 7 days Large range of fruit & deciduous trees.
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Foxglove Spires Open Garden
Wander along many fragrant paths, under rose covered arbours, into many secluded areas. Enjoy the peace and tranquility of this harmonious, spellbinding, three and a half acre open garden. Ph 024473 7375 www.foxglovespires.com.au
Forget Me Not Gifts - Gramophones ‘n’ Old Stuff Something Old Something New A beautiful collection of Gifts, Fashion Accessories, Jewellery, Books, Collectables & Old Wares especially for you. Ph 4473 7080 www.tilbasforgetmenot.com.au
Tilba Treasures This unique shop is a treasure trove of homewares, antiques, collectables, books, kitchenware, giftware, jewellery and personal care products, sourced both here and overseas. If you need something distinctly Australian for a gift, soothing Billie Goat soap products for that sensitive someone or ideas for the home, we’re sure you’ll find all the inspiration you need at Tilba Treasures. Ph 4473 7799 www.tilba.com.au/tilbatreasures
Love At First Bite Adjacent to the won’drous Foxglove Spire Gardens. Gourmet Breakfasts & Lunches 16 years of serving rich Crema Coffee & our own amazing cakes. Check our savoury sensations from the blackboard. Ph 4473 7055 www.tilba.com.au/loveatfirstbite
The Spires Nursery A magical place to visit. Adjacent to Foxglove Spires Open Garden. Rare & interesting perennials, trees, shrubs & roses. Gardeners Shop with an eclectic range of gardeners gifts. Ph 4473 7196 www.thespiresnursery.com.au
The village of Tilba Tilba, is nestled just below Central Tilba and is surrounded by lush farmland enjoying the backdrop of Mt Dromedary. It is a great destination for a visitor to the far south coast. A feature of Tilba Tilba, is the magical Foxglove Spires Complex, where you can wander through the three & a half acres of open garden. You can spoil yourself in the Forget Me Not Gift Shop, find a unique treasure in Gramophones & Old Stuff, take home something different from The Spires Nursery & Garden shop, or gain inspiration from the collectables & homewares in Tilba Treasures. When you are ready to have a bite to eat, or just coffee & cake, sit a while at Love at First Bite.
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The villages of Tilba Tilba and Central Tilba lie on the slopes of Gulaga, a place of great spiritual significance to people from the Yuin nation. Named Mt. Dromedary by Captain Cook in 1770, the lower slopes of Gulaga became the site of much activity when gold was discovered in the 1860s. Many of Tilba’ s buildings were constructed in the late 1880s when the gold boom was at its peak. By the time
mining ceased, the dairy industry was firmly established as the main source of income for the area. The village of Tilba Tilba, just a few kilometres south of Central Tilba, is also protected by a National Heritage listing. Tilba Tilba is home to the magnificent Foxglove Spires, featuring one of Australia’s finest open gardens covering 3.5 acres. There is also a cafe, giftware, antiques and a nursery on
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Central Tilba NSW www.passionfish.com.au
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site. Tilba Tilba also has a general store, and is the base for the walk up Gulaga. The entire village of Central Tilba was classified by he National Trust in 1974 in recognition of its historical significance. Central Tilba maintains its village atmosphere, and has become a centre for craftspeople and artisans, as well as ‘old-fashioned’ stores like the general store, lolly shop and toy shop. Leatherwork, art studios, woodwork, jewellery, unusual clothing, cafes, antiques, giftware, as well as a bakery, a pub and famous cheese factory are all located on Central Tilba’s main street.
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The Toast of the Coast Wine Tasting & Sales Morning/Afternoon Tea & Coffee
Lunch Available Daily Live music 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month only 11kms south of Narooma and 5kms north of Tilba
Ph: 02 4473 7308 Open Wed-Sun 11am-4pm Open Daily 10-5pm
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Pam's Store Just how many businesses can you fit into one place? Pam’s Store in Tilba Tilba seems to be striving for the record. There’s a petrol station (fuel, oil and ice), a corner store (take-away food, groceries, fresh bread and milk daily) a fishing shop (bait and tackle), a coffee shop (Byron Bay coffee and cakes), restaurant (open on Friday nights), liquor outlet (beer, wine and spirits), a post office, newsagent and local tourist information centre, and they’re all in the one place! If you’re tackling the Mt. Dromedary walk, Pam’s Store, situated at the beginning of the walk, is the perfect spot to stock up before you go, or reward yourself with a coffee or a cool ale on the verandah on your return. Over summer you can drop in for dinner on Friday nights, with curries available to eat in or take away. So if you’re looking for somewhere with a relaxed, friendly atmosphere that supplies just about everything you need to enjoy your holiday, then Pam’s Store in Tilba Tilba is the place to go. Open 7 days a week, 7am til 7pm Monday to Friday, 7am til 6pm Saturdays and 8am til 6pm on Sundays. Corkhill Dve, Tilba Tilba. Ph (02) 4473 7311
Pam’s Store (02) 4473 7311
Gulaga Gallery (02) 4473 7233
Dromedary Hotel (02) 4473 7223
Tilba Valley Wines (02) 4473 7308
Central Tilba Farm Cabins (02) 4473 7353
Tilba Leather (02) 4473 7360
Mockingbird Lane Antiques (02) 4473 7226
ABC Cheese Factory (02) 4473 7387
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Fishing Report & Tide Chart - October October is the start of it all with a host of species on offer using a variety of different techniques! Beaches: We've had a terrific run of salmon right along the coast and this should continue. Any beach that has a deeper gutter will produce results. Anglers using paternoster rigs with a combination of bait and surf poppers have done well. Casting smaller chromed lures on lighter outfits has also worked. Expect a lot more bream on the beaches too; concentrate your efforts around rocky corners or gutters just past the beach break. Best baits would be live beach worms and pipis; use these baits with a little burley for better catch rates. Expect a few mulloway and gummy sharks too, especially if fishing after dark around the full moon. Best beaches to try are Gillards, Cuttagee, Brou and Blackfellows. Rocks: Bread and butter species like drummer, blackfish and bream will be catchable from most rock ledges. Lightly weighted baits like crab, cunjevoi, fresh prawns, cabbage weed and bread should pull a fish or two. Expect a few salmon and tailor on the outer edges of wash zones. Use whole ganged pilchards or chrome lures for the pelagic species. Hotspots to try are Tathra Wharf, Nelson headland, and the rock wall entrances like Narooma, Moruya and Batemans Bay. Estuaries: Most estuaries along the coast will really fire up this month. With the slightly warmer water expect the flathead population to come out of hibernation and really have a chew. Anglers using soft plastics and hard-bodied lures will have good success fishing the shallower margins of estuaries on the flooding tide. Bream, blackfish and mullet will be found in the
channels, with mulloway a real possibility in the deeper sections of estuaries, especially around tailor schools. Using live bait or fresh squid the best way to tempt one of these bronzed marvels though larger soft plastics will work at times. Better places to try are Pambula and Merimbula Lakes, Wallaga Lake, Wagonga Inlet, Tuross Lake and the Clyde River at Batemans Bay. Offshore: The snapper fishing has been exceptional right along the coast with most inshore reefs producing the goods. Anglers using floating baits while anchored have done particularly well on bigger fish. Floating down pilchards, fresh mackerel and squid in a burley trail has been the key. Fish to 8kg have been captured, but expect the size of fish to decrease as we head further into spring. Snapper around the 2kg mark will be available, with morwong, tiger flathead, pigfish and trevally making up the rest of the bag. Those fishing the deeper canyon walls will do well on blueeye trevalla and gemfish. Better reefs to try are Mowarry, Long, White Cliffs, 4 & 12 miles, Potato Point and Moruya. There’s also the chance of kingfish this month so have the jig rods ready especially at Montague Island and Mowarry Point. Tight lines till next month. Stuart Hindson is the owner of Aussie Fish Estuary Adventures, and provides guided fishing charters from Wonboyn to Batemans Bay and all estuaries in between. With over 20 years experience in the industry, Stuart really knows his fishing. Check out his website at www.ausfishing.com.au for more information, or call Stuart on 0400 062 504 or 02 6495 9902 to book a fishing experience you won’t forget.
HEADLAND FISHING ADVENTURES Merimbula - NSW
The best fishing boat in town offering REEF, DEEP SEA & GAME FISHING Ph 02 6495 1134 38ft Millman • Max 12 Passengers • On-board Toilet
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Set on the banks of the Moruya River, the township of Moruya with its beautifully preserved buildings, museum and streetscape is a great place to explore. Moruya is famous for supplying the granite for the piers of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, as well as Sydney’s Post Office, the Bank of NSW and the Cenotaph in Martin Place. These days, Moruya is known for the large, intricately carved wooden poles that are dotted along the footpath of the main street. Moruya has a fantastic array of
specialty shops for those looking for something unique. Fantastic cafes, restaurants and hotels with live music can also be found in this bustling little town. Moruya has a thriving arts community, with exhibitions frequently held at the Mechanics Institute, as well as numerous festivals held throughout the year, including the River of Art Festival, the Slow Food Celebration and the Moruya Jazz Festival. With beautiful beaches and National Parks full of all sorts of wildlife all located close by, Moruya is a great place to stay or visit.
Everything's Ready For The 14th Fabulous Moruya Jazz Festival Every October the town of Moruya comes alive with the sound of jazz. Bands and jazz fans from near and far join enthusiastic locals for a weekend celebration of all that is jazz. This year’s festival will be held on October 15th, 16th and 17th. The most affordable jazz festival in Australia, ticket prices remain the same as 2009, with a weekend pass costing just $65. Patrons will be spoilt for choice this year with a plethora of well known headline bands including Wizard and Oz, Al Davey and the MonSTARS, Waiting For Guinness and Festival Patron Mike Hallam’s Hot Six all returning. Special guest this year is composer, piano player, singer and songwriter Jan Preston, often described as “Australia’s Queen of Boogie Piano”.
Last year saw a record number of band and choir registrations, and with the Festival of Voice already attracting a significant number of registrations, the Committee is again expecting a record number of performers. The Festival, running from 5pm Friday afternoon until 5pm Sunday is filled with activities and events for a great weekend. Patrons can watch the street parade, enjoy the Picnic In The Park, listen to bands large and small and enjoy the ambience of the beautiful riverside town of Moruya. Tickets can be purchased online at Eurobodalla Coast Tourism at www. eurobodalla.com.au. The Moruya Jazz Festival is a community based, not for profit festival run by a voluntary committee.
What to See & Do Discover the wonderful wooden sculptures in the main street Enjoy the outdoor markets set in the beautiful Moruya Riverside gardens
Visit National Parks
• Coast & forest campsites, walks and drives • Accommodation and tours at Green Cape Lightstation • Summer & Easter Discovery Program • Award winning Montague Island Tours
For information and advice contact NPWS Merimbula 6495 5000 or Narooma 4476 0800
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The Original Goldrush Colony, Mogo © The Original Goldrush Colony
Mogo The township of Mogo was born when gold was discovered in the early 1850s at Cabbage Tree Creek. Estimates of the number of diggers who converged on the town range from a conservative 200 to an unlikely 20,000.
www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au To experience what the town was like during the boom, a visit to the Original Gold Rush Colony is a must. Mogo is now famous for its great range of specialty stores, housed in replica nineteenth century timber buildings.
Original Gold Rush Colony's Heritage Day Step back in time on Sunday October 3rd when the Original Gold Rush Colony at Mogo holds its annual Re-enactment Heritage Day. Get a taste of life in the 1800s with guided Gold History tours featuring Bushranger re-enactments and wood turner and blacksmith demonstrations, held at 10.30am, 12.30pm and 2pm. Those dressed in period costume receive free entry and will be in the running for the honour of being named 'Best dressed on the day'. Other activities scheduled for the Re-enactment Day include billy tea and damper making, whip cracking,
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traditional games, Guess the Weight of the Gold Nugget, tug-o-war and Queen Victoria Gold Nugget hunts for children 12yrs and under. The Moruya Antique Tractor and Machinery Club and the Eurobodalla Woodcraft Guild will be attending too, providing great demonstrations. Bring a picnic lunch or try the famous Pot Luck Stew and Brew or a delicious Devonshire tea. Gates open at 9.30am, with activities commencing at 10.30am. Entry is $15 for adults, $12 seniors, $40 Family (2 +2), children under 5 free. Locals (postcode 2536/2537) pay just $2.
There are potteries, galleries, antique stores, bookshop and coffee shops, many of which specialise in unusual and interesting items. Mogo is the perfect place to spend time browsing for something a little bit different. Also in Mogo is the internationally recognised Mogo Zoo. Providing world standard facilities for over 200 animals of more than 39 rare and exotic species, Mogo Zoo is committed to the survival of endangered species, including the rare white lions of ‘Timbavati’.
What to See & Do Step back in time and pan for gold at the Gold Rush Colony Go mountain-biking on the trails in nearby State Forests Take a stroll around town and explore the interesting shops
Historic Mogo
Mogo is a great place to shop, whether you're looking for a gift for someone special, or just to treat yourself. Each month we profile one of our advertisers. Amanda’s of Mogo Amanda’s of Mogo has the biggest and best range of art and craft supplies on the coast. Craft enthusiasts will find everything they need, from great art sets to canvasses, paints and cardmaking supplies. To make the most of your memories, there’s a huge range of scrapbooking materials, including CRICUT, CUTTLEBUG & SLICE machines and accessories. You’ll also find wood pieces and precious metal clay (PMC) for silver jewellery making. You can also enjoy the convenience of shopping from home as Amanda’s of Mogo has gone online. Extensive range of art & craft supplies Visit Amanda’s website at www. including: amandasofmogo.com.au and you can ♦ Canvasses ♦ Art Materials view a range of products from the store ♦ Stamping ♦ Papercraft described as the Aladdin’s Cave of Art & ♦ Scrapbooking ♦ Cardmaking Craft. ♦ Precious Metal Clay During the school term, Amanda’s of Workshops for all levels in Mogo runs craft classes and workshops card-making, scrapbooking & to help extend your range of skills. PMC (silver) jewellery. Phone the shop, or email Amanda via the website for details of classes. Open 7 days Amanda’s of Mogo, 41 Princes Hwy, 9am - 5pm Mogo. Ph 02 4474 3453
Amanda’s of Mogo
Phone/Fax: 4474 3453 41 Princes Highway, Mogo NSW 2536
Clocktower Arcade Mogo Orchid & Fern Nursery Greenhouse of Australian Native Orchids & Ferns. Specialise in Australian cool climate native orchids. Materials for repotting & mounting. Wall Décor, Designer pots. Nursery with a difference.
Clocktower Arcade Six fabulous shops to keep you occupied.
14 Charles Street MOGO 4474 2291
46 Sydney St Mogo 4474 2288
THE OLD DAIRY
The Old Dairy Country Crafts ♦ Shabby Chic ♦ Dolls and Bears ♦ Home Embellishments ♦ Gifts ♦ Cow Ceramics
Mogo Bookstore
Shop 2, ClockTower Arcade, Mogo. 4474 3524
Princes Hwy Mogo. 4474 2141
We offer a wide variety of quality second hand books at affordable prices. Drop in for a relaxed browse when you visit Mogo. Enquiries are welcome.
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Clyde River, Batemans Bay © Paul Callaghan
Batemans Bay Like many coastal towns, Batemans Bay, settled by Europeans in the 1820s, relied on timber, ship building, dairying and fishing as its main source of income in the previous century. The town is accessed from the north
BATEHAVEN BOOK EXCHANGE
Buy, Sell & Exchange a wide range of Books Shop 4/270 Beach Rd Batehaven Open Mon-Fri 10am-4.30pm, Sat 10am-1pm Ph/Fax: 02 4472 6736 Email: ericamccreath@bigpond.com
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by its famous lifting span bridge, the oldest of its type in Australia. Now a thriving regional centre and major tourist destination, people come to Batemans Bay from all over Australia for its natural beauty. Situated on the banks of the magnificent Clyde River, water is deeply ingrained in the culture of ‘the Bay’. Swimming, boating, fishing, kayaking, surfing and diving are all within easy reach of town. The Batemans Marine Park ensures that the coastal environment is protected for future generations. Hire a boat, kayak or a houseboat to explore the spectacular upper reaches of the Clyde River. There are a myriad of beaches to explore, views to enjoy and walks to take, no matter what the season. Batemans Bay is a great destination for families, with its array of outdoor activities and attractions such as mini-
BATEMANS BAY
Situated at the end of Wray Street
Enjoy fabulous Clyde River Oysters at the river’s edge. Ask about our BBQ Tours
100 metres to Batemans Bay town centre
Clyde River Motor Inn Bookings 4472 6444
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What to See & Do Explore the Clyde River by boat, houseboat or kayak Surf, swim, snorkel and stroll in crystal-clear water at local beaches Book a fishing charter for a deep-sea fishing experience
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UNIQUE WATERFRONT HOLIDAY TOWNHOUSES
golf, a cinema, animal park, tennis and a carnival in summer. Batemans Bay has a fantastic 27 hole championship golf course, and there are plenty of other courses to play within easy driving distance. Follow the coastline south to explore beautiful beaches at Malua Bay, Rosedale and Broulee, or head north across the bridge and experience Long, Pebbly and Depot Beach. While there, take a walk in the Murramarang National Park. The Bay is famous for its Clyde River oysters, and there are plenty of cafes, restaurants, clubs and hotels offering local seafood on the menu.
EAT IN, TAKEAWAY, and homE dElIvErY now available (02) 4472 6771
Visit the Monga National Park to experience the spectacular escarpment or the Murramarang National Park with its coastal forests Head south and explore Malua Bay, Mossy Point and Tomakin. Walk around the scenic Broulee Island Nature Reserve VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Princes Hwy, Batemans Bay Ph: 1800 802 528 info@eurobodalla.com.au
...will take you there!
CABARET comes to the Bay
154 Beach Road Batemans Bay www.clubcatalina.com.au
Tomorrow Belongs To Me, the bittersweet Maybe This Time and many more that will tempt any audience to want to sing along. There will be 18 performances, including six group bookings. CABARET dates are Saturday October 9th (matinee), Sunday 10th (matinee), Wednesday 13th, Friday 15th and Saturday 16th (matinee and night), Sunday 17th (matinee), Friday 22nd and Saturday 23rd (matinee and night), Sunday 24th (matinee), Friday 29th and Saturday 30th (matinee and night) and Sunday 31st, Wednesday November 3rd, Friday 5th and Saturday 6th (matinee). Matinees start at 2pm, and evening performances commence at 8pm. Tickets are $20 or $18 for pensioners, with a preview on Saturday October 9th at 2pm costing $10. CABARET is being performed at the home of the Bay Theatre Players, he Bay Playhouse, 33 Gregory St Batemans Bay. Bookings can be made at Bargain Box Fabrics, Orient Street, Batemans Bay (eftpos available). For more information, phone 4472 5984.
Tel: 4472 4022
• Championship 27 hole golf course. • Visitors & Social Groups Welcome - Bookings Required • Fully equipped, well stocked pro shop • Carts, buggies & clubs available for hire • Fully licensed clubhouse - visitors welcome • Café Catalina open daily for lunch & dinner • Gourmet Wood-fired Pizza Oven • Coffee Shop open daily • Large outdoor covered areas • Club TAB - Club Keno - ATM • Sports Bar - Sky Channel - Big Screens • Free Live Entertainment Friday & Saturday nights • Private conference & function facilities available • Courtesy Bus runs daily from 4pm - Surfbeach to Surfside. Free Call 1800 461 442
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The Bay Theatre Players final production for 2010 is the muchloved musical CABARET (music by John Kander, Lyrics by Fred Ebb.) CABARET was an instant success on Broadway when it debuted in 1966. The film version, released in 1972 with Liza Minnelli as night club singer Sally Bowles gave it worldwide fame. CABARET tells the simple story of two ill-starred love affairs blighted by sinister political undercurrents in Berlin in 1930. An aspiring American writer (Clifford Bradshaw) meets and falls in love with a wayward nightclub singer (Sally Bowles) and a Jewish greengrocer and widower (Herr Schultz) courts and wins the hand of spinster landlady (Fraulein Schneider). The MC of the Kit Kat Club, the seedy cocoon inside which Sally works, oversees these relationships and links them to the social upheaval that is going on outside as Hitler's fascist ideas permeate German society. Besides the signature song, Cabaret, there are other memorable numbers: the exuberant Willkommen! and Don't Tell Mama, the lyrical
The Bay Theatre Players present the musical
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Opens 9th October Closes 6th November BOOKINGS for ‘CABARET’ at Bargain Box Fabrics 43 Orient Street Bateman’s Bay BOOKINGS BY PHONE 4472 5984 USING Credit Card (Visa, Mastercard) AVAILABLE
Above Robert Wombey as MC (centre) with four of the Kit Kat Klub dancers, left Anne Maree Jenkin, Michele Whittle, Jenny Urquhart and Fran Devonald
Cnr Vesper Street & Princes Highway Batemans Bay Tel: 4472 4502 www.baybowlo.com.au Barefoot Bowls. Daily 10am-9pm. Bookings essential $8 p/p Fully licensed clubhouse - visitors welcome Coffee Lounge open daily Bistro open daily, lunch specials from $8, dinner specials from $10 Club TAB - Club Keno - ATM Sports Bar - Sky Channel Free live entertainment Friday & Saturday nights Courtesy Bus - bookings at reception Private conference & function facilities available Bingo, trivia night, Australian Poker League, line dancing & carpet bowls.
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What’s on in October South Coast Quilters
Entertainment Guide October
Fri 1st - Sun 3rd October 10am daily, $5 entry The South Coast and Country Quilters Guild present their 10th Biennial Quilt Exhibition.
Damn Fine Gentlemen Fri 1st, Sat 2nd 7.30pm
Bridal Expo
Bo Jenkins
Sunday 17th October 10.00am to 3.00pm Bridal wear and lingerie fashion parades. WIN lucky door prizes, plus the chance to win ‘The Ultimate Wedding Package’.
Fri 8th, Sat 9th 7.30pm
Jivehouse
Fri 15th, Sat 16th 7.30pm
Back to the 70s & 80s
Impact One
Saturday 30th October Doors open 8.00pm Tickets $15 members, $17 non members Abba, Buggles, Meatloaf, Michael Jackson, Devo, Village People, Brian Ferry, Earth Wind & Fire, KC & the Sunshine Band, Rocky Horror, Pseudo Echo, Guns & Roses, The Sweet, Tina Turner CLUB BISTRO
MEMBERS BADGE DRAWS
Texas Hold ‘em Poker
Wednesday Nights Buy-in Game
Registration 6.30, play starts 7pm
Super Sunday Raffles
50 prizes to be won. Tickets on sale from 3pm drawn at 7pm
Fri 22nd & Sat 23rd 7.30pm
Spud Murphy
Fri 29th, Sat 30th 7.30pm
SUPER SUNDAY RAFFLES
MEMBERS BOTTLE SHOP
WEDDINGS
CONFERENCES
Business Treading Lightly
Morning Melodies
Helping to create a sustainable future - supporting the Business Treading Lightly program
Its Showtime 10.00am Cuppa - 11.00am Show Collect tickets from reception
Members Bottle Shop
Crystal’s Bay Styles
For great weekly specials plus a large selection of fine wines
Quality customer service in an atmosphere that is relaxed, friendly and professional
Check out our Web Site for the exciting entertainment program in our large Auditorium www.baysoldiers.com.au
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BIG4 Bungalow Park
“My Place” Sanctuary Point B & B
BIG4 Bungalow Park - ‘Playground for all the family’. 4 star award winning accommodation at Burrill Lake. Visit our website or FREECALL 1800 55 29 44. 123 Princes Hwy, Burrill Lake FREECALL 1800 55 29 44 www.bungalow-park.com.au
A wonderful pet friendly venue, perfect to enjoy an overnight stay or the weekend away. The purpose built accommodation has air conditioning and is self contained offering great privacy. Ph: 4443 0505 or visit www.sanctuarypointbandb.com.au
Jindyandy Cottages
Sussex House Caravan Park and Holiday Cottages
Romantic weekends or weekly stays. Beautiful rural views. Fully self-contained luxury 2 bedroom with spa. Located at the historic Jindyandy Mill Village 719 Greenwell Pt Road, Pyree, East of Nowra Ph: 4447 0258 or 0434 991 565.
Stay a weekend, a week or a month. You’re always welcome at this waterfront park in the heart of Sussex Inlet. Hosts Russell & Marilyn Donnelly. 199 Jacobs Drive, Sussex Inlet. Ph: 4441 2017
Milton Country Cottages
Parkhaven Motor Lodge
Award winning artistic rural retreat. Private, self/c cottages with spa baths, wood fires, garden and bush views. Generous breakfast hamper. Pottery workshop and gallery. Lessons available. ph 4456 5299 0417467880 enquiries@miltoncountrycottages.com.au www.miltoncountrycottages.com.au
Offering 4 & 3.5 Star accommodation just minutes from the Nowra CBD. Includes Wireless internet , Queen beds, free Austar and licenced Restaurant. Cnr Kinghorne & Douglas Streets Nowra. Ph: 4421 6444 www.parkhavenmotorlodge.com.au
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& Gabo Island Tours
Starting from $45 per person. For inquiries call
6495 1074
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Mallacoota & Gabo Island Lighthouse Tours Half Day & Full Day Tours Available Includes lighthouse climb.
Flight Training
Heli-Flights & Skydiving (Seasonal only)
MERIMBULA’S FAMILY FUN PARK
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