The Bugle 3 June 2015
A fortnightly celebration of people and places on the Upper South Coast of NSW
Serving the communities of Kiama, Gerringong, Jamberoo, Kiama Downs, Minnamurra and Gerroa
Inside this issue
Photo courtesy of Steen Barnes
World titles coming to Kiama
Four times World Open Kneeboarding Champion, Shellharbour’s Simon Farrer
Kiama’s beaches are to host the World Kneeboarding Titles in September. While kneeboarding doesn’t have the profile of surfing, its participants around the world are just as fanatical about their sport. Three of the best kneeboarders in the world are from the South Coast, so
they are keen to show off their home beaches. The amateur tournament, sanctioned by the International Surfing Association, is expected to attract 125 competitors and their families and friends to our area. Apart from a strong Australian contingent, they will be coming from Spain,
The Immortals). There is Portugal, Peru, America, Tahiti, New Zealand, Canary also a womens’ division. Islands, Brazil, Venezuela, According to Gerringong’s France, Ireland, the UK and Dave Stevenson, who is in Japan. The week long competition is held every two years, and was most recently held in Tahiti. The divisions range from the under 16s to the over 64s (dubbed
the 60-63 division and is therefore a Legend, the Titles will bring a festival atmosphere to the region if people get behind it. “Having made the effort to get to Australia, these people will want to get out and enjoy what we have to offer,” he says. “They will be looking to do things on the days they aren’t competing and wanting to have a good time at night. There is always a strong social and cultural side to the gathering.”
Endangered animal spotted nearby p 3
Spring Creek Retreat sold p 3
Details: 13-20 Sept. If you would like to register by 22 August, go to kneeboardsurfaustralia.com Anyone wanting to enquire about sponsorship should contact Dave on 4234 2049
New tool for promoting Kiama p 4
Set the Pace for the Human Race If you wake up Sunday morning looking for something to kickstart your day (and help a good cause at the same time), head on down to the Red Cross Fun Run. Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, Kiama Red Cross has organised another race for the Sunday of the long weekend. Participants have a choice of either a 9km or 5km distance, and can walk or run along the Kiama Coast Walk from Minnamurra or Bombo respectively. Friendly dogs are welcome to come for a walk, as long as they are on a leash. Both Races will finish at Kiama’s Surf Beach, with a traditional sausage sizzle and other fundraising activities.
In the tradition of the great cycling tours, last year’s winner of the 9km run, Paul Pemberton, will be wearing a red t-shirt so that people know who they have to beat. “We hope a lot of people register, so we can raise some much needed funds for the Australian Red Cross,” says Kiama branch President Heidi Smith. “Local businesses have generously donated prizes and gift vouchers for us to use on the day, so there will lots of chances to win.” Details: Sun 7 June, 9am. Entry fees $20 adults, $10 children and $50 for families. You can register beforehand at Kiama Tourism or online www.kiama.com.au or turn up on the day.
Kiama SES off to national titles p5