Fsc imag sepoct 2017 web edition

Far South Coast

info guide September/October 2017

Go Whale Watching on the Far South Coast

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Whale Watching with Merimbula Marina This month there are thousands of Humpback Whales migrating south along the eastern coast of Australia.

Merimbula is a wonderful place to view whales from! It is only a very short (8 minute) cruise out into the Merimbula Bay and from this point, whales can be found!

Our crew have been whale watching in Sydney over the winter and we have observed thousands of humpbacks on their northern migration. All of these whales are now heading south, bringing their young calves with them!

Our boat is a 75 passenger powered catamaran with both indoor cabin and outdoor viewing designed for whale watching.This gives you space to move about and a stable platform from which to enjoy the whales. She will travel to and from the whales quickly maximising your time with the whales.

2.5hr Express Whale Watch Cruise: $69 Adult. $65 Senior/Student Concession. $50 Child 1-15years.

Family Ticket (2 adults & 2 children under 15 years) $199. Departing Daily Merimbula Marina operates multiple cruises each day from September to November. We are a family owned operated business and believe 2and www.monthlyimag.com.au

in responsible and respectful whale watching practices. We have a deep love of the ocean and all its amazing creatures and enjoy sharing this with our passengers.

In 2016 we had 100% whale sightings on all cruises throughout the season!

We are looking forward to another fantastic whale watching season in 2017!

We offer a money back guarantee that whales will be sighted on your cruise please see our website for full details.

Self Drive Boat Hire also Available for exploring the Merimbula Lake.

Check out our daily photos and whale reports on our Facebook page www. facebook.com/Merimbulamarina. Like our page and download photos taken from your cruise for free!

Book now by phoning (02) 6495 1686 or online www.merimbulamarina.com

Experience the wild beauty of whales! Book your whale adventure today!

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Collectables Trail

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Old Wares - Vintage

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CENTRAL TILBA

NAROOMA 3

COBARGO BERMAGUI

BEGA TATHRA PAMBULA 4

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1- Milstons Past & Present

3 - Mockingbird Lane

Please visit our delightfully different shop full of a wide range of quirky and interesting books, Shire albums, sheet music, vintage postcards, educational toys, puppets, flags, thimbles, costume jewellery, crystals and gemstones and lots more!

Ph: 4474 5708 13 Princes Hwy Mogo

Be inspired by an eclectic mix of new, antique and vintage wares, curios, fossils, jewellery, accessories, furniture and selected gifts, all housed in an original 1895 cottage.

Ph: 4473 7226 12 Bate St Central Tilba

2 - Narooma New & Used

4 - Annies Bargain Basement

We buy, sell and trade. Thousands of CDs, DVDs and second hand books.

Quality furniture & bedding.Antiques, retro, collectables.

Bric-a-brac, local removals.

Ph: 4476 1107 122 Wagonga St Narooma

Antiques, Collectibles, quality used furniture, books & curiosities. An interesting pit stop for locals, collectors & visitors. Modern and old blend to make your visit a pleasing experience.

Open Mon/Tue & Thu/Fri 9.30am to 4pm.

Ph: 6496 1358 or 0432 155 164 Shop 3A Angelas Arcade, 203 Imlay St Eden (Downstairs at the end of the arcade)

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Monthly Market Guide Eden Produce Market 3rd Saturday of each month, 8:30am -12pm, at the Uniting Church Hall, Chandos St. Contact 6496 2501 Nethercote Seasonal Produce Market Saturday 28th October 8am - 12pm Nethercote Community Hall and gardens, cnr of Back Ck & Nethercote Roads Pambula Rotary Market 2nd Sunday of month Pambula Recreation Grounds.

Pambula Craft Market 2nd Sunday of month from 8am - 1pm.

Cnr. Monaro & Toalla Sts. Robin Hood Service Club Craft & Collectables Market 2nd Sunday of month from 8am - 1pm.

Pambula Town Hall.

Wyndham All Weather Market 4th Sunday of every month 8.30am - 1.00pm at Wyndham Hall. (OPEN IN ALL WEATHER).

Merimbula Seaside Market & Fair 3rd Sunday of month from 8.30am - 12.30pm, Ford Oval.

Candelo Market 1st Sunday of each month from 8.30am - 12.30pm.

Candelo Oval & Town Hall.

SCPA Markets in Bega Every Friday 8am - 1pm. Littleton Gardens, Bega.

Buskers encouraged. Contact scpa.org.au Cobargo Laneway Markets Every Saturday from 9am - 1pm.

Car boot sale first Sat each month.

Book stalls on 6493 6817 or 0428 696 623 Bermagui Hand & Homemade Market Last Sunday of month, 8.30am - 12.30pm, Dickinson Park. Contact 6493 6581 Bermagui Fishermen's Wharf Growers Market Bermagui Fishermen’s Wharf car aprk every Thursday from 3.00pm Contact 0425711795 - Lynne Ford Tilba Market Home grown, hand made every Saturday, 8am 12pm. Tilba Hall, contact 4473 7231 Narooma Rotary Markets 4th Sunday of month NATA Oval, Princes Highway.

Moruya Country Market Riverside Park, cnr Shore St and Ford St 8am - 1pm every Saturday morning.

Sage Farmers Market Moruya Riverside Park, cnr Shore St and Ford St Every Tuesday afternoon from 3pm. 0413 920 620 Quota Seaside Market Malua Bay 1st Saturday February, April & June. At Malua Bay Beach Reserve, Malua Bay. Batemans Bay Marine Rescue Market 1st Sunday of month, Corrigans Park, Batehaven, 8.30am-1pm.

Rotary Batemans Bay Sunday Market 3rd Sunday of the month, Corrigan's Beach Reserve, Batehaven, 9.00am - 1pm.

See www.batemansbaysundaymarket.com.au.

Nelligen Village Market 2nd Sunday of month, 9:30 to 2:00 in the Mechanics Institute Hall.

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Welcome

to the Far South Coast Contents

Antiques & Collectables Trail Markets Coast Map What's On Art Galleries Trail Live Entertainment

Towns

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From The Editor Welcome to the September/October edition of the FSC iMag. Spring has well and truly arrived, and the Far South Coast has exploded with colour as the temperature rises after a cold winter.

A spectacular natural phenomenon that happens during spring is the southern migration of whales past the Far South Coast.

Travelling slowly with their calves, several species of whales feed and play as they head down to Antarctica for the summer.

There are numerous local whale watching tours that will deliver an experience you'll never forget. The Eden Whale Festival, held on 3rd - 5th November is an annual celebration of Eden and its connection to the whales.

Information supplied by others for this magazine is published in good faith.

Whilst every endeavour has been made to ensure absolute accuracy of this information, the Publishers cannot be held responsible for any consequences resulting from omissions or inadvertent errors contained herein.

Printed by Spotpress, 24-26 Lilian Fowler Place, Marrickville, NSW Š Imag Publications 2015

Sculpture on Clyde is a new event happening in Batemans Bay from 25th August - 3rd September that features works by sculptors from across Australia, strategically placed on the banks of the Clyde River. Presented by the Batemans Bay Tourism and Business Chamber, Sculpture on Clyde brings art to the Bay. Kick-start your spring with ReBoot in Bermagui, a weekend focussed on fitness, good health and good food for all the family Held on 23 - 24 September, it's a chance to shake off the winter blues in a stunning coastal location.

For a touch of local history, Montreal Goldfield is holding its Heritage Day on October 7th - it's always a fascinating event with gold-panning, kids craft and a bullock team!

Granite Town, Moruya's funky little festival on September 23rd at the Moruya Racecourse, is one funk-filled day with fantastic music, food trucks and kids activities from midday til midnight.

Our What's On feature on pages 28 - 29 has all the details.

Don't forget to keep your iMag handy as you travel around the region, or download it onto your phone or tablet from the website at www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au

Material in this publication is copyright and may not be published or reproduced in any form without the express permission of the publishers. Circulation 20,000 copies distributed each issue throughout the region as well as major Tourism Information centres in Sydney, Canberra and country NSW.

Independently owned franchise Published by iMag Publications Editors: Paul Callaghan & Melinda Downs Phone: 6494 2185 PO Box 9002 Wyndham 2550 info@farsouthcoastimag.com.au www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au Some photographs courtesy of NSW Tourism.

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Adventure Eden in

Things to See & Do Visit the Eden Killer Whale Museum Go whale & dolphin watching Check out the fishing trawlers at Eden Wharf Get hands on at the Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre Visit the Davidson Whaling Station Try sea kayaking on Twofold Bay Take a cruise Hire a fishing charter VISITOR INFORMATION Mitchell Street, Eden Ph: 02 6496 1953

George Bass and Matthew 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 connection with killer whales, and this included the harvesting of small whales and fish that killer whales herded into the shallows.

A permanent shore-based whaling station was first established by the Imlay Brothers in

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& surrounds

the 1830s, and whaling continued for another century.

You can experience some of Eden's history and see the skeleton of “Old Tom”, Eden’s famous killer whale, at the Eden Killer Whale Museum.

For a real taste of life in the whaling industry you can visit Davidson Whaling Station, the longest operating shore-based whaling station in Australia, located on Kiah Inlet at Twofold Bay. Historic Boydtown is also worth a visit - make sure you drop in to the beautifully restored Seahorse Inn. Today Eden is famous as a destination for whale-watching, with migrations occurring in late autumn and spring. It's a great place to go on a whale-watching cruise, or even spot whales from headlands or beaches.

The Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre, located on Main Wharf, has displays of the local marine environment. It's a fantastic place to take children, with touch tanks and all sorts of interesting things. The Discovery Centre also run Rocky Rambles, Snorkel Tours and other activities during school holidays.

For the adventurous, The Light to Light Walk is one of Australia's iconic bush walks, taking 3 days to walk from Green Cape Lighthouse in the south to Boyd's Tower in the north.

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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 ● KENO ● TAB ● Raffles ● Courtesy Bus ● Regular Entertainment ● FOXTEL & Big Screen ● Lunch & Dinner 7 days a week

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Eden Gardens Country Club Princes Hwy Eden. Phone: 6496 1126 Pro Shop: 6496 1054 www.edenfishermens.com.au ● 18 hole championship golf course ● Pro Shop ● KENO ● Lawn bowls ● No crowds, no stress ● Restaurant - Chinese and Australian menu 7 days lunch and dinner

Check Entertainm ent Page for details

Dining with this view!

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The Rag Tag Fleet exhibition at Eden Killer Whale Museum and those classed by the defence force as medically unfit to take the helm.

Charged with taking ammunition, supplies and troops through mostly unchartered waterways, these civilians faced enemy fire just the same as regular defence forces.

However it is only within the last decade that their contribution to the American and Australian war effort has been officially recognised.

Eden Killer Whale Museum’s latest exhibition The Rag Tag Fleet commemorates the 75th anniversary of the formation of this unusual fleet of ships, and remembers the men from the South Coast of NSW who served on them.

The Rag Tag Fleet is on display at Eden Killer Whale Museum from 5th June 2017 – 4th February 2018. www.killerwhalemuseum.com.au

The Rag Tag Fleet was a phrase penned by Ladislaw Reday, one of a group of Americans who came to Australia in 1942 as part of the Mission X team.

With the Japanese defeating US forces in the Philippines, the next strategy was to drive Japanese forces out of New Guinea, and without an available fleet at hand, the Rag Tag Fleet was born.

The Mission X team scoured Australia’s eastern seaboard and New Zealand inspecting and procuring an unlikely fleet of attack vessels for the US Army.

Known as the US Small Ships Section, they included wooden trawlers, scows, sailing craft and even a paddle-wheeler. While a fleet was beginning to be assembled, there was the realisation that crew were needed.

Those fit enough were already engaged in the war, so it was left to the young, the old

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MUSEUM

Come and experience the life of the early whalers and visit ‘Old Tom’s’ skeleton, the most famous of the Killer Whales.

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Extensive range of books, gifts & souvenirs in our shop

Current Exhibitions include: In Demand - Advertising & The Second World War Etched in Stone - The Stories Behind the names of Eden’s War Memorial • Mon - Sat 9.15am - 3.45pm • Sun 11.15am - 3.45pm • Extended hours Christmas and New Year

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Come and help us SPOT THAT WHALE! It’s whale watching season and the Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre, in conjunction with National Parks and Wildlife Service, invites you for a spot of land-based whale watching!

Based at the Rotary Lookout in Eden during September and October, the SCMDC will have its mobile exhibit, “SPOT THAT WHALE’ out and about again.

The mobile exhibit is designed to help you spot and identify whales as they migrate along the East Coast. Experienced staff will show you how to locate a whale on the horizon, identify different types and learn about their energetic behaviours, such as the incredible spectacle of breeching.

With binoculars to share and information handouts, our team of staff and volunteers will give you the essential tools to SPOT THAT WHALE. Weather permitting, the SCMDC team will be at Rotary Lookout in Eden each Tuesday and

Fun for the whole family!

Wednesday from 10am - 12pm.

With around 45 different types of cetaceans in our waters, we will help you find Humpbacks, Southern Rights, dolphins and maybe minkes.

You may even be lucky to spy the elusive Orca.

We advise you to dress weather-wise as it can get cool and windy, but there can also be quite a bit of sun to protect yourself from.

This is a FREE activity and no need to book. For more information please contact the SCMDC on 02 6496 1699.

OPENING HOURS School Holidays: Monday to Saturday 9.30am – 3.30pm Sunday 10am to 3pm Usual Hours: Monday to Friday 10am to 3pm Group bookings available outside of these hours

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See And Hear Whales At Eden With Cat Balou Cruises Australian Geographic named Eden as the Number 1 whale watching destination in Australia for 2016, and there is no better way to watch these giants of the deep than with the award winning whale watching vessel, CAT BALOU. Cat Balou Cruises owner/operators, Gordon & Ros Butt, are celebrating their 28th year of whale watching at Eden, making them the most experienced whale watching operators in NSW. They take pride in providing the highest level of customer service and safety and customer satisfaction is reflected by return clientele and numerous awards won over the years.

CAT BALOU CRUISES have been inducted into the South Coast Tourism Hall of Fame and Trip Advisor have awarded CAT BALOU their Certificate of Excellence in 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016.

Whale watching cruises operate daily until late November, with a guarantee of seeing whales on both the half day and Family whale watching cruises. CAT BALOU has a 99% success rate in seeing whales. In the rare event of not seeing whales at close range, a return free cruise or a refund of half the fare is offered.

Cat Balou has a hydrophone aboard to enable passengers to hear whales singing.

It is mainly Humpback whales seen on their southern migration, often accompanied by their young calves, however most years other species can be sighted, including Southern Right, Dwarf Minke, Bryde's and occasionally Orca.

This year a record numbers of Humpbacks,

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estimated at over 20,000 are predicted to migrate along the eastern Australian coast.

Cat Balou is a stable 16mt catamaran licensed to carry 72 passengers, however numbers are limited to around 60 so everyone has plenty of room to move about. There is inside seating for all passengers and the upper deck and large bow area provide excellent viewing and photo opportunities. A live commentary is given throughout and complimentary refreshments including hot soup, biscuits and cheese are 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.

At times there are opportunities to watch whales from shore, but nothing compares to seeing these majestic creatures at close range.

Seals and dolphins plus many species of sea birds, including Albatross, are also usually seen on the cruises.

On selected afternoons Cat Balou also offer their 2hr Twofold Bay Discovery Cruises . This cruise explores the southern section of Twofold Bay, viewing Boyd’s Tower, Edrom Lodge, Boydtown, the woodchip mill, naval wharf and fishing fleet. If whales are within the bay it’s an added bonus!

For bookings and timetable for all cruises Phone 0427 260 489 or 0427 962 027.

Check their daily whale sightings at www.whalewatchingeden.com.au and Cat Balou Cruises Facebook.

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HALF DAY WHALE WATCHING - 8am Daily

$85 Adults & Seniors $65 all children under 16yrs $250 Family - 2 adults & 2 children under 16yrs, ($50

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Incorporating Twofold Bay Cruise.

Refreshments including tea, coffee, hot soup, biscuits & cheese included.

FAMILY WHALE WATCHING 11.45am on selected days $65 Adults & Seniors $45 Children under 16yrs $185 Family (2 adults & 2 children under 16yrs) $30 per additional child Afternoon tea included.

2 hr TWOFOLD BAY DISCOVERY CRUISES

Depart on selected days.

No whale Guarantee. $40 Adults $35 Seniors $20 children 5-15yrs $10 children under 5 yrs $125 Family (2 adults and 3 children under 16yrs)

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HistoricPambula Things to See & Do Enjoy the beautiful historic buildings of Pambula Village Stroll around Panboola's wetlands and amazing revegetation areas, including the Old Racecourse Visit the friendly kangaroos at Pambula Beach Try some oysters at Pambula Lake

The Pambula River floodplain was for thousands of years a source of food and materials for the Thaua people of the Yuin nation.

Pambula’s historic past is still very much in evidence, with beautifully restored and maintained historic buildings and farmhouses.

Pambula now has an eclectic mix of businesses, with art galleries, cafés, restaurants, retailers, designers, pubs, a bakery, coffee roastery, deli, organic and bulk food shop and even an oldfashioned milkbar.

At the southern end of the town is Panboola, a community-managed recreational area that is restoring the floodplain and former racecourse.

Just 5 minutes east of the village is Pambula Beach, set between the ocean, the mouth of Pambula River and Ben Boyd National Park.

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Pambula Beach has an excellent swimming beach patrolled by the Pambula Surf Life Saving Club, a dog friendly beach at Middle Beach and the beautiful Pambula Rivermouth, with a playground and barbecue.

ANDREW DOUGLAS UPHOLSTERER & INTERIORS

• Recovering Period & Modern Furniture • Lounge Suites • Dining & Kitchen Chairs

0413 487 704

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Hand-moulded Organic Sourdoughs Cakes & Pastries Wild Variety of Pies

CAFÉ STYLE EATING Roasted on premises coffee, from ethically sourced farms.

Diverse Range of Gluten-free products 26 Quondola St PAMBULA Ph 6495 6649 Open Mon - Fri 6.30am - 4.30pm Sat 6.30am - 2.00pm 14A Princes Hwy CANN RIVER (next to the supermarket) Ph 6495 6649 Open Mon-Fri 8am-4pm, Sat & Sun 8am-2pm

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ScenicMerimbula Things to See & Do Eat fish 'n' chips on the beach and enjoy the sunset Ride a bike, jog, scooter or walk past the airport to Pambula or Pambula Beach Go fishing off the Wharf, beaches or in the Lake Swim in the crystal clear water at Mitchies Jetty or Bar Beach Go dolphin watching with hire boats or fishing charters Have some thrills at Magic Mountain Fun Park VISITOR INFORMATION Beach Street, Merimbula Ph: 02 6495 1129

Merimbula is the tourist hub of the Sapphire Coast with its lakeside restaurants and cafés, great shopping and an 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 visible today.

In more recent times, Merimbula was one of several coastal trading ports connecting the

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region to the outside world, as the area was relatively isolated with a lack of rail or road access.

The Old School Museum on Main St. has information and displays about the town’s early European history.

There are several walking tracks that take advantage of the beautiful views around the Lake; from the Wharf to Spencer Park, from the Bridge to Top Lake and around Fishpen.

Other things you can do around Merimbula include snorkeling, surfing, cycling, taking a scenic flight, 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 cafés with great coffee.

Foodies are spoilt for choice, with a wide range of restaurants, clubs and the Hotel offering a host of different dining experiences, but with fresh local seafood a common theme.

Whales migrate past Merimbula from September to November each year, feeding and frolicking in the Bay, making it easy to whale watch from on board a boat or from the beach.

Spend a great family day at Magic Mountain Merimbula's Magic Mountain is a great way to entertain a family of all ages, with our diamond python roller coaster, toboggans, grand prix cars, water slides and so much more. Picnic tables and well maintained gardens make it easy to come have some fun in the sun.

Have you done the Tree Climb? An exciting high wire adventure course, it's a great experience for the older kids to conquer.

The Tree Climb Challenge is ticketed separately from Magic Mountain, and bookings are advised in busy holiday periods. It consists of 3 challenging courses and over 30 obstacles spread over the park high in the trees. Age and height requirements apply, please see the website for more details.

Limited places available, reserve your place and book ahead today.

Also at Magic Mountain is the Tube Rider, an Italian designed attraction described as an innovative snow tubing track made for

summer.

Sitting on tubes, users begin their journey on the top of a ramp and travel down on a specially designed track.

The Tube Rider has two tracks; one has riders spinning up corners and twisting down the mountain, whilst the other features a straight run, allowing riders to gather exhilarating speeds in a safe environment. Both tracks are just under 100 metres in length, and are fun for all the family.

Magic Mountain also offers value to group bookings, birthdays, school bookings or parties and offer a great present with gift vouchers available for both Magic Mountain and the Tree Climb Challenge.

Please call to enquire on (02) 64 952 299.

Book your Tree Climb Challenge or buy Magic Mountain tickets at www.magicmountain.net.au

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PIZZA, PASTA, RIBS, PIZZA DEALS & BAKED POTATOES EAT-IN, TAKEAWAY HOME DELIVERY

Next Door To TOP FUN Budget Pizzas less topping but a thicker base.

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...something for everyone

dining • cafe • functions • sports and gaming • bar bottleshop • entertainment • live shows • raffles Member draws free wi-fi • free parking

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Whale Watching with Reel Affair Charters

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Merimbula’s finest Charter Vessel Enjoy an up-close and personal experience with a maximum of 12 passengers.

Professional on-board crew and commentary.

Complimentary tea, coffee and a light snack.

Reel Affair offers a relaxed and intimate view of these magnificent creatures where sightings can almost be guaranteed from September, October and November.

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NATIVE ANIMAL EDUCATIONAL SANCTUARY • Open 10am - 4pm daily (except Christmas Day) • Trains & Educational talks at 11am and 2pm daily • Individual Animal Encounters by arrangement

• Blue Wren Cafe now licensed, enjoy delicious homemade snacks and lunches • BBQ also available

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Ice Cream Heaven • 50+ FLAVOURS • Active culture

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• Serious Coffee Bar (organic and house blend) • Gelateria • Belgian Waffles • Pancakes • Crepes • Nina’s fine hand-made Belgian Chocolates • Light Meals

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02 6495 1134 Merimbula - NSW

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FamousBega Things to See & Do Visit the Bega Cheese Heritage Centre Check out the art galleries Step back in time at the Bega Pioneer Museum Wander along the walking/cycling track near the Bega River Source locally grown produce at the Farmers Market or Wholefoods VISITOR INFORMATION At Bega Cheese Heritage Centre, Lagoon Street, Bega Ph: 02 6491 7645

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 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 millions of dollars worth of goods every year.

A visit to the Bega Cheese Heritage Centre is a must for all visitors to the region. It provides an insight into how early farmers lived, worked and transported their products. The Heritage Centre is also home to the Bega Tourist Information Centre.

Bega Cheese Heritage Centre The home of

Bega Cheese Free admission Gourmet range of fudge Cheese tasting & sales Ice creams, milk shakes & light meals The History of Dairying Museum Local products, Arts & Crafts, Picnic area Wheelchair friendly Open 9am - 5pm, 7 days (closed Christmas Day & Good Friday) Ph 02 6491 7762 Lagoon St, North Bega www.begacheese.com.au

Incorporating the Bega Visitor Information Centre Ph 6491 7645 begavic@begacheese.com.au Regional Bus Ticketing available for Countrylink & Premier bus services www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au

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Secrets of Treasures of Australian Art 1890 - 1950 13th July, 2017 - 30th September, Bega Valley Regional Gallery The Howard Hinton Collection, in the sheer breadth of its cover of Australian art from the 1880s to the 1940s, is the only collection of its kind in regional Australia.

Howard Hinton, an avid collector of art and visitor of artists' studios, developed his collection for the purpose of encouraging artists, educating students, and for the benefit and enjoyment of the public.

The Collection reflects Hinton's early love for Victorian travel paintings as well as respect for the conventions of Australian landscape art. The Lindsay family is strongly represented as is Streeton, Roberts, Gruner, Hilder, Murch and Feint.

Monday – Friday 10am to 4pm, Saturday 9am – 12 noon Bega Valley Regional Gallery, Zingel Place, Bega

The Butchers Block Longest established butcher in Bega, now taking orders via email: the_butchers_block@bigpond.com Lenard’s chicken now in

Bega Garden Nursery Hardy plants for coastal, frost & dry conditions. Seedlings and herbs are our speciality. OPEN MONDAY - SATURDAY

“The little nursery down the lane” 187-189 Newtown Rd Bega Rear of 32-34 Church St Bega www.thornleighonnewtown.com.au 6492 6628

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Bega Large range of stock frames, fast and friendly service. Selection of local photography by Tony & Robert Lockerbie. Think outside the picture.

115 Carp St Bega 6492 6500 tony@tonylockerbie.com

BEGA CHEESE HERITAGE CENTRE Open 9am - 5pm, 7 days The History of Dairying Museum Lagoon St North Bega 6491 7762 www.begacheese.com.au

Approved 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

Monday to Friday - 10 am to 9 pm Saturday - 11 am to 9 pm Sunday - 4.30 pm to 9 pm

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What's On

FEATURED EVENTS:

September/October

Sculpture on Clyde 25th August - 3rd September

ReBoot in Bermagui 23rd - 24th September

Granite Town Festival 23rd September

Montreal Goldfield Heritage Day 7th October

Granite Town Festival 28th - 30th October

Eden Whale Festival 3rd - 5th November

SCULPTURE ON CLYDE 25th August - 3rd September, Clyde River Foreshore The inaugural Sculpture on Clyde event featuring famous and local sculptors' creations on the banks of the iconic Clyde River.

Rich in history, the expansive waterway at the mouth of the Clyde River was named

by Lieutenant James Cook on his voyage of discovery in 1770. The Bay is now renowned for its fabulous estuary location, hospitality, charm, and unspoiled natural environment. Sculpture on Clyde takes advantage of the magnificent views across the Clyde estuary, ocean and to the mountains in the west.

Weekdays 10am - 4pm; Weekends 9am - 5pm. sculptureonclyde.com.au

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EXHIBITION OPENING - 'THE GALLERY ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE WORLD’ 23rd September – 14th October - Artessence Gallery, Pambula Take two talented and adventurous artists from the UK, transport them halfway across the world to the Sapphire Coast and ask them to create their impressions of the world they find themselves in. Artessence Gallery's Artists in Residence Holly Norris and Stephen Yates, from Dorset, UK have taken up the challenge.

Artessence Gallery is open 10am – 4pm to view the evolving exhibition.

GRANITE TOWN FESTIVAL Saturday 23rd September, Moruya Racecourse A vibrant mix of music, art, culture and delicious food, Moruya’s Granite Town Festival brings people of all ages together to party the day and night away.

From 12pm til midnight, Moruya's funky little festival features an amazing line up of musicians guaranteed to get you moving.

Camping is available on site, surf or sky dive nearby, kids activities and the all important food trucks.

Find out more on page 47 or book tickets at www.granitetown.com.au REBOOT IN BERMAGUI 23rd & 24th September, Bermagui Shake off the winter blues and come to Bermagui's beautiful coastal environment for 2 days of active participation in

a variety of activities. ReBoot offers something for everyone with 3 energising programs and kids are FREE. Saturday September 23rd - Activate Program: Camel to Club (7km) and Tilba to Town (5.4km) fun runs, Bridge to Beach run for kids. Teams Tugo-War challenge. CASH prizes for winners in all events and vouchers for placegetters.

- ReEnergise Program: Tai Chi, yoga, stand up paddle (SUP) boarding, guided mountain bike ride,whale watching walk, children’s fishing.

- ReJuvenate Program: free sessions on guided meditation and Tai Chi exercises, presentations and stalls by health practitioners.

- Bermagui Country Club Car Boot Sale, free activities like barefoot bowls.

Sunday September 24th Ocean swims at Bermagui Surf Club, healthy Bermagui breakfast free for those registered for fun runs, swim, Sunday morning nature walk.

Details on page 37 or at www.rebootinbermagui.com.au MONTREAL GOLDFIELD HERITAGE DAY Saturday October 7th Montreal Goldfield, Wallaga Lake From 9.30am - 2.30pm, the Montreal Goldfield is celebrating its Heritage Day with great activities like Gold Panning, Kids Craft, Games, Puppet Story Time, Good Music, Stalls and a Bullock Team!

Guided Tours will run every

15 minutes with Billy Tea and Damper (last tour at 2pm), and there's films and music in the Heritage Centre. Activities included in cost of entry.

More on page 38 or visit www.montrealgoldfield.org.au

EDEN WHALE FESTIVAL November 3rd - 5th - Eden township and surrounds Join the whales as they migrate to Eden this spring.... they come for the pilchards; everyone else comes for the Eden Whale Festival.

The Festival's biggest day is Saturday, when the street parade and all day celebrations culminate in illumination and fireworks with live music. Events are based in Eden and Imlay Street.

Discover Eden and Twofold Bay on Friday and Sunday with whale watching and tours from sea and shore. Discover the story of the Killer Whale Trail, join a free shore-based whale watching session, or head to sea with the experts for a whale watching experience like no other. www.edenwhalefestival.com.au

HATSAVVY MILLINERY STUDIO - NOT JUST A HAT SHOP. Shop 3/120 Wagonga Street Narooma 0439 791 498 Spring in the Eurobodalla is a wonderful time to be alive. We are surrounded by so much natural beauty, friendly town folk and lots of great things to do.

Part of all that is learning new skills and meeting new friends.

Here at Hatsavvy Narooma we are all about engaging creativeness with social!!! Check out the link below and register yourself or share the classes and activities being offered by Milliner Anne Colquitt in the months ahead.

Sept. 11th - How to make a fascinator “Ahead on style”.

10am - 3pm, $55 per person. All materials supplied Sept. 18th - Fashioning a Floral Garland headpiece. 10am - 3pm, $60 per person. All materials supplied Sept. 25th - Mother and Daughter Basic Sewing - “Skills for Life”. Learn the fundamentals of sewing - bring along your sewing machine . Great holiday activity. 10am - 12.30pm, $55 for 2 Oct. 13th - Twilight Soirée at Hatsavvy Studio. “Getting to know your style” A hands on demonstration and social gathering to discuss effective hatwearing and styling. 5pm 7pm, Cost:$35. Champagne & nibbles. Bookings essential www.hatsavvy.com.au

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StunningTathra Things to See & Do Get up close to birds at On The Perch's walk-through aviaries Try mountain biking on the trails around Tathra Check out all the cafes and restaurants in town Enjoy a walk or bike ride from Tathra to the Bega River at Mogareeka VISITOR INFORMATION Tathra Beach Supermarket 1/65 Andy Poole Dr, Tathra www.tathratourism.com.au

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 only remaining steamer wharf on the Australian coastline, is a popular spot for fishing. Built in 1862, the Wharf was built from funds donated by farmers and the Illawarra Steam Navigation Company and operated until 1952.

The Wharf was damaged during an East Coast Low that hit the region in 2016, but with repairs completed, the Wharf has resumed its role as a favourite fishing spot for visitors and locals alike.

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Bushwalking, kayaking, mountain-biking, snorkeling and surfing are all popular around Tathra.

There are lots of things for the kids to do, with a fantastic skatebowl suitable for skateboards, bikes and scooters, and a great playground located near the Tathra Surf Lifesaving Club.

An easy 3km walking and cycling track runs from Tathra to the mouth of the Bega River at Mogareeka, with other walks around town as well.

There are plenty of National Parks within easy driving range of Tathra. Bournda NP is about 15mins south toward Tura Beach, the Mimosa Rocks NP hugs the coast north towards Bermagui and Biamanga NP is north-west of Tathra between the Princes Highway and the coast.

Direct access to the ocean is available at Kianinny Bay (also good for swimming), and the boat ramp at Mogareeka provides an easy launch into the Bega River estuary.

Tathra also has great places to eat, ranging from gourmet delis to cafĂŠs and restaurants.

Make sure you have a coffee at Cliff Place in Beach St at the top of town, to really appreciate Tathra's spectacular ocean views.

Extensive renovations at The Tathra Hotel are due to be completed by spring 2017.

Walk the scenic Kangarutha Track this spring If you’re keen to do some bush-walking, try the 9km Kangarutha Track, along the spectacular northern shores of Bournda National Park.

You can begin at the northern end of the track at Kianinny Bay near Tathra, or at the Wallagoot Lake Boat Club at the southern end.

The track takes in the rugged coastline, with many small sandy or pebbly beaches and spectacular cliffs, but not many options for swimming.

If the full 9km, 5 hour walk is too hard, you can tackle a section, for example, a 1.7km walk from Kianinny Bay to Boulder Bay, or a 1.8km walk from Wallagoot Lake Boat Club to Turingal Head, or walk half way to White Rock Quarry.

Another option is Turingal Head to Games Bay, where the track passes through a secluded old dairy farm area; this 5km return walk is rated as medium, and takes 2 hours.

For more information, contact National Parks &

Wildlife Service in Merimbula on (02) 6495 5000 or visit www.nationalparks.nsw. gov.au or Sapphire Coast Tourism www.sapphirecoast.com.au Below: Inlet north of White Rock

Tathra Beach Country Club Golf or Tennis Ph 6494 1220

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Learn about birds from Australia and around the world.

Interact with the birds in our walk-in aviaries.

Meet the keeper at 11am.

Find the perfect gift at ‘The Bower’.

Enjoy ‘Brood’, the café with a difference.

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN NATURE OPEN 10am - 3pm Thursday to Sunday (Winter Trading) Closed Mon, Tue, Wed.

Andy Poole Drive Tathra For the information of members and their guests Is Gambling a Problem For You? Call G-Line (NSW). A confidential anonymous free counselling service. FREE CALL 1800 633 635

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Art Galleries Trail Batemans Bay to Eden 1. The Land of Many Waters Gallery Batemans Bay Visitors Centre, Princes Highway, Batemans Bay. Ph 4472 6900. Open 7 days. Mixed exhibition featuring local artists working with textiles, print, pastel, paint and more. All work for sale. Visit www.eurobodalla.com.au for more information..

2. Juela Mogo 36a Princes Highway, Mogo. Ph 4474 4981 www.juelamogo.com.au Boutique design and manufacturing studio offering a unique, personable and specialised service. Their onsite jewellers will design to suit a client's individual needs, revamp old jewellery and offer an ever-evolving selection of unique pieces. Featuring a fully operational workshop with consultants lounge and modern studio.

Jeweller Bloss Theodore - at Juela Mogo Boutique jewellery design at Juela Mogo 3. Montague Art and Craft Society (MACS) See the range of local art, craft, produce, and gifts at MACS shop/gallery at Narooma Visitor Centre, Ph 4476 2881. Call in at MACS Studio/Gallery to see work in progress at the Red Cottage, 92 Campbell Street, Ph 4476 5397. MACS manages the School of Art Cottage on behalf of the community. www.macsnarooma.com www.facebook.com/macsartnarooma 4. Apma Creations Aboriginal Art Gallery & Gift Shop 17 Corkhill Dve Central Tilba 0437 617 390 Merryn Apma's exhibition space and gift shop is situated in beautiful Central Tilba, at the base of Mother Mountain, Gulaga. This addition to the South Coast arts landscape will showcase Aboriginal artists and creative producers from across Australia and the Torres Strait and feature works of the local Yuin and Ngarigo people.

5. Bermagui Mudworks 23 Alexander Dr, Bermagui Ph 6493 4661.

Pottery studio & Coffee Lounge, with original wheel thrown domestic ware and garden ware. Open 9am to 5pm, closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays. Will be closed for winter from June 1st, reopens 30th September (October long weekend).

6. Ivy Hill Gallery 1795 Bermagui Rd, Wapengo. Ph 6494 0152 www.ivyhill.com.au Open Thursday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm.

A special start to the season with paintings by Aboriginal artists Cheryl Davison and Lee Cruse, exhibiting from Thursday 28 September to Sunday 29 October 2017. The focus of both artist’s work is a depiction of stories told to them by the elders in their families.

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7. Bega Valley Regional Gallery Zingel Place, Bega. Ph 6499 2187 www.begavalley.nsw.gov.au Open Tue - Fri 10am - 4pm, Sat 9am - 12 noon.

To September 30 - TREASURES OF AUSTRALIAN ART. The Howard Hinton Collection On exclusive tour from the New England Regional Art Museum, ‘TREASURES’ features work from Australia’s most prominent historical artists including, Tom ROBERTS, Arthur STREETON, Hans HEYSEN, Albert NAMITJIRA, Margaret PRESTON, William DOBELL, Elioth GRUNER, Rupert BUNNY, Roy DE MAISTRE, Nora HEYSEN, Sydney LONG Norman LINDSAY and more!

6 October – 25 November: THE SHIRL, National Youth Portrait Prize 8. Spiral Gallery 47 Church St Bega. Ph 6492 5322 www.spiralgallery.org.au Open Monday - Friday 10am - 4pm, Saturday 10am - 1pm. Represents regional, emerging and established artists.

Gallery 1: 25 August – 13 September: Monday Mornings, Bega Valley Art & Craft Society’s Monday art group presents works in watercolour, pastel, acrylic oils and ceramics.

15 September – 11 October: Deborah Metz – Works on Paper & Julie Love – Mixed Media Lithographs, woodblock prints, paintings & 3D sculptures. Artists’ talk 12pm 16th September.

13 – 25 October: Sakura Japanese Exhibition. Reiko Healy & local artists celebrate Japanese culture with a display of textiles, clothing, jewellery, paintings, ceramics, antiques and collectables. Opening 5pm 13 October with Japanese food & music, Taiko drumming and shinobue bamboo flute.

27 October – 15 November: Fired & Wired, Daniel Lafferty – woodfired ceramics & Gabrielle Powell – upcycled wire baskets.

Gallery 2: Spiral Gallery members’ retail space.

9. Australian Pottery at Bemboka 24 Oliver Street, Bemboka Ph 6493 0491 www.australianpotteryatbemboka.com.au Open October – June, Friday to Monday 10am to 5pm or by appointment. Australian pottery made in the last half-century by hundreds of different makers, displayed in a contemporary house and gallery setting with mountain views.

10. Artessence Gallery 47 Toalla St Pambula. Ph 6495 7286 (Facebook: Artessence Gallery) Artessence Gallery features a diverse range of art by local artists including paintings, photographs, lino-cuts, glass, ceramics, woodwork and jewellery, plus selected art by other Australian artists all displayed at historic McKells Cottage, Pambula. In September, for the first time, we will showcase work by international artists in our feature exhibition...

Open Monday - Friday 10am - 4.30pm, Saturday 10am – 12.30pm.

Feature Exhibition: 23rd September – 14th October: ‘The Gallery on the Other Side of the World’ . Holly Norris and Stephen Yates, ‘Artists in Residence’ at Artessence Gallery during September - October

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Intriguing Cobargo Things to See & Do Follow the Cobargo Village Historic Walk and listen to the Audio Tour Enjoy a picnic on the banks of the Narira River Explore nearby Wadbilliga National Park

Cobargo is located half an hour north of Bega, in the midst of lush, green pastures rolling away to forested mountains.

The village was established with a Post Office, general store, school, hotel, church and blacksmith during the 1870s around the butter and cheese-making industries.

In the 1860s, Cobargo was known as Wattletown, as bark stripped from local wattle trees was shipped to Sydney and Melbourne to be used in the tanning industry. This industry only ceased in 1964. Cobargo was also known as The Junction because of the junction of the Narira and Bredbatoura Creeks in the middle of the town.

A Butter Factory and Co-op were established in 1901 and continued production, except for a short break due to fire, until 1980, when it closed because of changes in bulk milk production.

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The town was large enough from the 1890s onwards to support a newspaper, ‘The Cobargo Watch’.

Today the picturesque historic village of Cobargo is more than a working village; it's a creative, vibrant place that reflects the diverse, talented locals.

Cobargo's Laneway Markets are an initiative of Cobargo Creators and happen every Saturday from 9am till 1pm. Enjoy the friendly Cobargo vibe whilst browsing fresh produce, seedlings, herbs, local crafts, craft supplies and other locally made goodies.

There’s also trashy treasures and treasured trash for the bargain hunters and the odd busker to entertain.

On the 1st Saturday of the month there is also a car boot sale held in conjunction with the market.

Cobargo still has its old favourites like the unique Bangles Pottery shop, where the owner throws pots in the front window, and South Coast Leather, where the scent of leather wafts from the door. Twig & Feather is also full of scented delights, with hand-made candles and a unique range of homewares, kitchenware and stationery.

South Coast Leather - proudly supporting Australian made Built in 1913, the shop that houses South Coast Leather started out as a grain store, then became a butcher's shop. In fact the original chopping block is still on display today.

Today South Coast Leather stocks quality leather goods, from key rings to luggage and everything in between.

Brands you'll find include leading labels such as Outback, Pack Saddle, Lambada, Modapelle Leather to name just a few.

Classic leather belts are handmade on the premises.

Beautiful fashion, hats,

accessories, European shoes and floor rugs can be found in the range, alongside legendary gear from R. M. Williams and Akubra.

South Coast Leather is a proudly independent and family owned business promoting Australian Made goods.

"Get a little leather into your Life" Princes Highway, Cobargo.

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TranquilBermagui Things to See & Do Dip a toe in the famous Blue Pool, Bermagui's natural rock pool Wander through the Fishermens Wharf complex Sample the delights on offer at the cafĂŠs, patisserie and gellateria dotted around town Explore the surrounding area by bike VISITOR INFORMATION Bunga St, Bermagu 6493 3054 Open 7 days 10am - 4pm

Bermagui offers visitors a myriad of things to do and places to go.

Pristine beaches and lakes provide water activities from surfing to swimming, snorkeling, boating and kayaking.

The Continental Shelf is just 20km offshore, making Bermagui the closest point to the Shelf on the Australian east coast, and an ideal place to book a fishing charter on one of the many local boats.

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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.

Test your riding skills at the Bermagui Mountain Bike Park with its tracks suitable for differing skill levels.

Go bush walking or bird watch in the surrounding National Parks and State Forests.

Take a stroll through the Fishermens Wharf complex, with its retail outlets, galleries, restaurants and cafĂŠs.

Close to Bermagui, Wallaga Lake is one of the largest coastal lakes in NSW, an area of outstanding natural beauty with special significance for local Aboriginal people.

Montreal Goldfield at Wallaga Lake is Australia's only Goldfield that goes to the sea, and has guided tours daily. Learn about the discovery of gold in the 1880s and its impact on Bermagui and its surrounds.

The Camel Rock Brewery and Cafe, located in the Wallaga Lake Big 4 Holiday Park has craft beers on tap and American-influenced food.

ReBoot in beautiful Bermagui this spring Shake off the winter blues and come to Bermagui for 2 days of active participation in a variety of activities in the beautiful Bermagui coastal environment. Held on September 23rd & 24th, ReBoot offers something for everyone with 3 energising programs and kids are FREE. The Activate Program includes the Camel to Club (7km)and Tilba to Town (5.4km) fun runs as well as the Bridge to Beach run for kids. After the fun of the runs, get your friends and family together and enter the teams Tug-o-War challenge. CASH prizes for winners in all events and vouchers for placegetters.

The ReEnergise Program offers many activities including Tai Chi, yoga, stand up paddle (SUP) boarding, guided mountain bike ride, whale watching walk and children’s fishing.

The ReJuvenate Program offers free sessions on guided meditation and Tai Chi exercises, as well as presentations and stalls by health practitioners.

The Bermagui Country Club is holding its

renowned car boot sale and hosting other free activities such as barefoot bowls. Many businesses are offering ReBoot specials and entertainment so be active in the morning and relax and unwind in the evening.

On Sunday September 24th the fun continues at Bermagui Surf Club at Horseshoe Bay. There are 2 ocean swims this year – a short 300 metre swim across the bay and a longer swim/run/swim. The healthy Bermagui breakfast is served from 8am - 11am and is free to those who have registered for the fun runs, swim and Sunday morning nature walk.

Register and view the full program online at www.rebootinbermagui.com.au and follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ ReBootinBermagui/ Run, refresh, relax and renew in Bermagui this spring. Spend the weekend or stay longer and explore more of Bermagui and the glorious unspoilt Sapphire Coast.

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Montreal Goldfield Heritage Day Saturday October 7th 9.30am - 2.30pm "Fun Amongst the Gum Trees" Good Music, Stalls Bullock Team, Gold Panning Guided Tours every 15 mins. with Billy Tea and Damper (last tour at 2pm) Kids Craft, Games Puppet Story Time Films and Music in the Heritage Centre.

All activities included in cost of entry. $7.50 p.p. $25.00 per family

Authentic History at its Best! www.montrealgoldfield.org.au

Lakefront caravan park & campground with outdoor pool and tennis court. 15 minute stroll to Camel Rock Beach and Camel Rock BIG4 Wallaga Lake Holiday Park 186-188 Wallaga Lake Road, WALLAGA LAKE NSW 2546

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“A unique experience” Admittance by guided tour only Tours daily at 2pm - $7.50pp - 1¼ hrs

Montreal Goldfield at Bermagui

Groups - Bookings essential 6493 3054

Craft Beer, Great Food Great Atmosphere Located at the entry of BIG4 Wallaga Lake Holiday Park

Ph: 6493 3225

CharmingTilba Things to See & Do Go for a hike up Gulaga Mountain Try fishing at Mystery Bay Explore the fascinating shops Visit the historic ABC Cheese Factory Drop in to the Dromedary Hotel

The villages of Tilba Tilba and Central Tilba lie on the slopes of Gulaga, a place of great spiritual significance to the local Yuin nation, particularly Yuin women. Gulaga is cloaked with an amazing rainforest around its peak and it's well worth hiking to the top for spectacular views (approx. 5 hours). Access the walking track from the rear of Pam's Store in Tilba Tilba.

The entire village of Central Tilba was classified by he National Trust in 1974 in recognition of its historical significance.

The village has become a centre for craftspeople and artisans, as well as oldfashioned stores like the general store, lolly shop and toy shop.

Leatherwork, art studios, woodwork, unusual clothing, cafes, antiques, giftware, as well as a bakery and a pub are all located on Central Tilba’s main street.

At the ABC Cheese Factory there's South Coast Cheeses made on the premises, and Real Tilba Milk, made from local jersey cows.

Reva at Tilba has divine jewellery from Australia and around the world, and Gulaga Gallery has hemp and bamboo clothing.

Gulaga Gallery (02) 4473 7233 www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au

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Reva at Tilba For the last 16 years, Layla has brought modern and classic glamour to the tiny south coast town of Tilba through her stunning jewellery store Reva at Tilba.

The opposite of a chain jewellery store, Layla and her team proudly provide every customer with blue ribbon service, encouraging them to engage with the jewellery, to fit and feel it on the skin.

The store is filled with lots of colour and brightness, The atmosphere is relaxed, with jewellery not locked up, but openly on display for customers to engage with. Layla regularly travels throughout Europe, bringing back hand made collections that are unique to her store in Australia, and designed to amaze. Current collections include swarovski crystals, precious and semi precious stones, french lace and Japanese silk thread.

As well as showcasing Australian designers, Layla has her own designs in store too.

Currently she has an 18 carat gold and stirling silver collection on offer.

You won't find the same old jewellery here, or mass production from China.

The philosophy at Reva is that purchasing jewellery, whether it be for a gift or for yourself, should be an exquisite experience in every way.

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This store is a feast for the senses and one not to be missed.

Reva at Tilba. Open 7 days 23 Bate St, Central Tilba. Ph (02) 4473 7606 Email layla@revaattilba. com www.revaattilba.com/

Tilba Leather 4473 7360

24 Bate St Central Tilba tilbaleathershop@gmail.com

UnspoiltNarooma Things to See & Do Take a trip to Montague Island Nature Reserve to watch wildlife Explore Wagonga Inlet by boat or kayak Follow the Mill Bay boardwalk and watch the magnificent stingrays

take in the spectacular views over the Inlet, the mountains and the ocean.

Montague Island is located just offshore from Narooma and is a truly unique spot to visit, Twice voted as Tourism Australia’s top ecotourism destination.

VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE Princes Highway, Narooma 4476 2881 Open: Off Peak 9am - 4pm, 7 days Peak 9am - 5pm, 7 days

Narooma is one of the most scenic towns on the Far South Coast, nestled between the ocean and the startling blue-green waters of Wagonga Inlet, with Gulaga Mountain (Mt. Dromedary) watching over the township.

The spectacular scenery makes it the perfect place for a relaxed coastal holiday.

The town retains a '1950s fishing village' vibe but modernised, with great shops, cafés and restaurants. It's a fantastic place for families, with a beach that's patrolled in summer, bike tracks and waterways to explore or fish in.

With a choice of flat stretches or hills, there are numerous places to walk around town and

Specialty Coffee Roasters Region’s number one cafe and micro-roaster Coffee roasted on premises Café sit-in or takeaway 2015 Trip Advisor rated 4½ star Purchase fresh Coffee in store or order online Wholesale enquires welcome

2/40 Princes Hwy Narooma 4405 9523 www.montaguecoffee.com.au www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au

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Montague Island Tours and Narooma Charters - Ph 0407 909 111 Morning and Afternoon Tours.

Evening Penguin Tours.

• Large comfortable boats with 360° viewing.

• Most experienced Skippers & crew in the area.

• 100% success rate for the last 9 years.

Whale Watch and Seal Tour 9:30am - $70 or 12:30pm - $70 Child and family rates also available Montague Tour with Whale Watch 1:00pm Evening Adult $110 $110 Child $90 $100 Family 2+2 - $380 $380

EVENING PENGUIN TOURS

Montague Island Morning Tour with Whale Watch 8:00am Adult $120 Book Now Child $110 0407 909 111 Family 2+2 $440 All trips subject to minimum numbers, weather and sea conditions

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Big4 Batemans Bay Easts Riverside Holiday Park Ph: 1800 132 787 E: batemansbay@easts.com.au

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Big4 Moruya Heads Easts Dolphin Beach Holiday Park Ph: 1800 232 787 E: dolphin@easts.com.au

Big4 Narooma Easts Holiday Park Ph: 1800 332 787 E: holiday@easts.com.au

Amooran Oceanside – The Ideal Getaway Amooran Oceanside Apartments and Motel has the perfect location in Narooma. Off the highway and with commanding ocean views across Narooma Golf Course to Montague Island and Glasshouse Rocks. A short walk 2014 Trip Adviser to town, restaurants and the beach. Modern winner of an Award rooms ideal for couples, families, groups and for Excellence single corporate travellers.

Amooran Apartments Free WiFi and Foxtel.

30 Montague St, Narooma NSW 2546 P: 4476 2198 E: bookings@amooran.com.au www.amooran.com.au

Live Entertainment September/October Eden Fishermens Club Ph 6496 1577 September Sat 23rd StormCellar & Guests from 8pm Tue 26th Morning Melodies with Joe

Quennell from 1130am Sat 30th Mewstone Rock from 8pm October Fri 6th The Jones Brothers Duo from 7.30pm Fri 20th DJ Grey from 730pm Lakeview Hotel Ph 6495 1202 September/October Contact Hotel for details w Merimbula RSL Phone 6495 1502 September Sat 2nd DJ Grey (Grand Final) Sat 9th Ricky & The Radars Sat 16th Joe Quennell Sat 23rd Steve n Adam Sat 30th The Hoops

October Sat 7th Joe Driscoll Sat 14th Angus Rump Sat 21st Once Bitten Sat 28th Steve n Adam Bermagui Country Club Ph 6493 4340 September Fri 1st Mark Dabin from 8pm Fri 8th Jay Podger from 8pm Sun 10th The Awesome from 4.30pm Fri 15th Ray Stephens from 8pm Fri 22nd Darryl Lamb from 8pm Sat 23rd Joe Driscoll from 8pm Fri 29th Joe Q from 8pm Sat 30th AFL Grand Final LIVE on the big

screens from 2pm. Free Entry October Sun 1st NRL Grand Final from 10am on the big screens Fri 6th Klaus Tietz from 8pm Fri 13th Paul Greene from 8pm Sun 15th Rick Bloomfield from 4.30pm Fri 20th Wayne Trezise from 8pm Fri 27th Roddy Reason from 8pm www.farsouthcoastimag.com.au

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Memorable Mogo Things 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

The township of Mogo was originally settled 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.

To experience what the town was like during the boom, a visit to the Original Gold Rush Colony is a must. Located in a natural Australian bush setting on 4.5ha, the Original Gold Rushww Colony, formerly known as Old Mogo Town, is a great place to step back in time.

The Original Gold Rush Colony has won numerous Cultural and Heritage Tourism awards, and was presented with South Coast Tourism's Heritage and Cultural Tourism - Hall of Fame award in 2011.

Mogo is renowned for its great range of specialty stores, housed in replica nineteenth century timber buildings.

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There are potteries, galleries, antique stores, bookshop and coffee shops, many of which specialise in unusual and interesting items.

Also in Mogo is the internationally recognised Mogo Zoo, housing an amazing collection of rare and exotic species from around the world.

Mogo Orchid & Fern Nursery Greenhouse of Australian Native Orchids & Ferns.

Specialise in Australian cool climate native orchids.

Materials for re-potting & mounting. Wall DĂŠcor, Designer pots. Nursery with a difference.

14 Charles Street MOGO 4474 2291

Mogo Bookstore

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.

Princes Hwy Mogo.

4474 2141

Juela Mogo Jewellery Studio Boutique design and manufacturing studio converted from one of the region’s first settlers cottages (c1860’s), retaining a rustic charm.

Onsite jewellers will design to suit a client’s individual needs - revamp old jewellery and offering a selection of unique pieces.

Featuring a fully operational workshop with consultants lounge and modern studio.

36a Princes Highway, Mogo Ph 4474 4981 www.juelamogo.com.au

The biggest & best range of professional art supplies as well as paper craft materials in the area. We offer workshops for all levels in mixed media, stamping, cardmaking, scrapbooking & polymer clay.

With friendly service & professional advice you are sure to find what you need at Amanda’s of Mogo.

Open 7 days ~ 9am to 5pm 41 Princes Hwy, Mogo NSW 2536 Ph/Fax: 02 4474 3453 5 minutes south of Batemans Bay

Multi Awardwinning Tourism and Accommodation Š

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Breathtaking Batemans Bay Things to See & Do Explore the Clyde River by boat, houseboat or kayak Taste some fresh oysters at the Oyster Shed Enjoy the beaches nearby Visit the many National Parks in the region, from hinterland forests to coastal gems VISITOR INFORMATION Princes Hwy, Batemans Bay Ph: 1800 802 528 info@eurobodalla.com.au

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 over the past 200 years.

The Old Courthouse Museum has a wonderful collection of historical items and is well worth a visit.

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,

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surfing and diving are all within easy reach of town.

The Bay is famous for its Clyde River oysters, and there are plenty of places to enjoy them, as well as great restaurants and cafes in and around town.

Free call 1800 028 276 MOTOR INN & COTTAGE

info@argyleterrace.com.au 32 Beach Rd Bataemans Bay

Argyle Terrace is the perfect place to stay on your visit to the South Coast.

Boutique Motel Accommodation, five minutes’ walk from Batemans Bay’s shops and clubs.

• Airconditioning • Flat Screen TV (with Foxtel) • Ensuite bathroom • Wireless Internet • Electric blankets • Fridge • Microwave • Tea and coffee Deluxe doubles • Deluxe twins • Two bedroom suites with a beautiful view over the Clyde River.

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