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Gallery Bodalla is currently hosting the annual "Animals in the Wild" photographic competition that celebrates animals in the wild and the philosophy of "Shoot with a camera and not with a gun". The exhibition this weekend showcases the top 30 images selected by renowned Australian photographer Rex Dupain. Officially opened this morning by Greens MP David Shoebridge MLC the exhibition continues through the weekend until 4pm Monday afternoon. Animals in the Wild photographic competition is part of the Greens campaign against recreational hunting, in particular the Sporting Shooters Association arms fair ‘Huntfest’ held in Narooma over June long weekend since 2012 Above: David Shoebridge MLC talks about the Animals In The Wild exhibition Animals in The Wild PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION AT GALLERY BODALLA SATURDAY 10th, SUNDAY 11th and MONDAY 12th JUNE 10AM – 4PM Gallery Bodalla heritage Post Office 66a Princes Hwy Bodalla gallerybodalla@gmail.com #Arts #whatson #Bodalla #Tuross #latest #Weekly #Opinion #Photography

PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION AT GALLERY BODALLA SATURDAY 10th, SUNDAY 11th and MONDAY 12th JUNE 10AM – 4PM the top 30 images will be on display with the winners selected by renowned Australian photographer Rex Dupain ANNOUNCED BY DAVID SHOEBRIDGE MLC 11AM SATURDAY 10 JUNE AT GALLERY BODALLA All Welcome Animals in the Wild photographic competition is part of the Greens campaign against recreational hunting, in particular the Sporting Shooters Association arms fair ‘Huntfest’ held in Narooma over June long weekend since 2012 Gallery Bodalla heritage Post Office 66a Princes Hwy Bodalla gallerybodalla@gmail.com #Arts #whatson #Bodalla #Tuross #latest #Weekly #Photography

The annual Animals in the Wild photo competition is back and entries are now open! This competition encourages animal and nature lovers to shoot with a camera not a gun. The competition is part of the Greens campaign against recreational hunting, and in particular the arms fair 'Huntfest' held in Narooma every year. This year there is a prize of a $100 gift voucher to the best picture in each of the following categories: A. The image that most evokes a connection with an animal in the wild in Australia B. The most beautiful image of a bird in the wild in Australia C. The image that conveys the threats facing native animals in Australia, including the reality of environmental and habitat damage, hunting, and guns and killing culture in Australia D. The most beautiful image of an animal in the wild photographed by a photographer aged 16 years or under. Shortlisted photographs will first be exhibited in Bodalla over the June long weekend where the winners will be announced as selected by renowned Australian photographer Rex Dupain. Head straight to animalsinthewild.net to find out more about the competition and see our past winners. Follow Animals in the Wild on Instagram!@animalsinthewildcomp #Arts #Community #whatson #Weekly #Photography

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In the lead up to the Batemans Bay and Districts Past and Present Town Reunion being held on May 6th Leah Burke brings us the story of Chicka Pearson....a real Character Colin "Chicka" Pearson was born in Sydney to parents Charlie and Florence Pearson. At the age of four the family left Sydney and moved to Batemans Bay. Charlie, like many men, found work at Mitchells Mill. Chicka can remember his father after work fishing off the sand bar and always getting a good feed.They had 7 children, Florrie, Cath (Sebbens) Peggy (Connaughton) Merv and Billy, with Chicka the youngest. He attended school on Beach Road, where Mr Jenkins was headmaster. School wasn’t what Chicka was about. He was doing the odd jobs about the school, doing the shopping for Mrs Jenkins, cleaning the school and cleaning the toilets with Phenol and lighting the fires in winter. Chicka was Captain of the school football team and Ian Barclay was Captain of the Convent team. He remembers these games being a real “grudge match”. He played barefooted as did most of the boys. On sports day Chicka had a special sign on the front of his sports uniform saying he could only go in the running races as he always mucked up the team games. He remembers Joey Chapman as being the fastest runner. At this time the Publican Percy Bill was training racehorses and asked Chicka's Mum if he would like to become a jockey, which they said yes, and so a fabulous career and friendship began. Chicka would get up before daylight, see to the horses then go to school sometimes not getting there till after 11.00. Often falling asleep at his desk. Mr. Jenkins realised Chicka wasn’t going to achieve anything by finishing school so he was given a special exemption and he left school at 11 years old and was apprenticed to Percy Bill. Percy would be Chicka’s lifetime friend and Mentor. He would soon be riding for Percy at the races, travelling to Canberra, Wagga Nowra and Moruya. He would work for Percy until the age of 17 when he went to Sydney to the Stan Lamond stables. The work was hard and tedious. He confronted Mr. Lamond about getting a ride. Stan gave him a ride on a horse called Tap Toe at Rosehill and Chicka bought home his first metropolitan winner. The Following Saturday at Randwick he had 7 rides. At the age of 21 Chicka finished his apprenticeship and became a Fully Fledged Jockey. It was at this time in Sydney his mother dies in a fatal accident. She was visiting Chicka to watch him ride. Florence was very proud of her son. Chicka's next move was to Brisbane where he raced for Fred Best the No 1 trainer. One of his rides was for the Duke of Norfolk. He won the British Commonwealth Handicap at Eagle Farm in 1960 aboard Melroy. He then returned to Sydney where he continued to ride. Chicka started to have trouble maintaining a racing weight and left Sydney to race in the country. Then a remarkable offer was made to Chicka to ride in Milan Italy. This included free Pan Am flights, chauffeur, valet to assist with all his racing gear and a new car and 1000 pounds and 10% of the first five winners. Yes he accepted. One of the colours he raced for was Prince Ali Khan who was married to Rita Hayworth.He also rode in France where one of his races was riding in the Queen's colours. All up Chicka would ride 1024 winners. Colin "Chicka" Pearson Returning to Australia Chicka continued to race the country circuit and it was at a dance in Bega where he met a remarkable lady, Shirley Cochrane who he would marry in 1973. They have four children Cindy, Greg, Neville and William. Greg is now a Steward in England. Willy was the top NSW country apprentice in 2004, Cindy is married to jockey Neil Berriman and is a constant support to Chika and Shirley. Chicka turned to training horses and trained for Jim Bell, head of the AJC. He returned to Batemans Bay where he has remained ever since, still training horses. He and Shirley make a remarkable team in the racing family still getting winners up. His racing colours of black with an orange sash was Percy Bill’s original colours. In Chicka's words "he’s started around the home turn towards retirement". The family is united in their love of racing and all that goes with it. . The Batemans Bay and Districts Past and Present Town Reunion being held on May 6th and the Batemans Bay Soldiers Club is handling all ticket sales and they say tickets are selling fast. Those living out of town can ring the club on 44724117 to organise tickets. The reunion is open to anyone who has lived in the area forever or those who have lived here for a short time, or those who lived here but have moved away.There are no invitations as such, just get your ticket and go along. The night has a focus to relive the rich past of the area and to celebrate the future. The Clyde River and Batemans Bay Historical Society will also have a display on the night. The following day the organisers continue the reunion at Korners Park on the northern side of the Batemans Bay bridge for a picnic (bring your own food, drinks, blankets chairs), in case you missed someone. For further information you are invited to follow the Facebook page of History of Batemans Bay and Districts Past and Present For those who have have a Past and Present in Batemans Bay you might also enjoy a Face Book group called History of Batemans Bay and Districts Past and Present - it is a closed group so you will need to request to join. #Community #BatemansBay #latest #whatson #Sports #History #BBayHistory #Weekly

The Passion of Pastel & Poetry Exhibition officially opens this Saturday April 15th at 4.30 pm complete with wine, nibbles and poetry readings of the individual artists works. Nikki Cooper will make the readings fun as not only is she an author, publisher and former teacher but her presentation skills will keep the audience enthralled. Open from 12 April until 18th April, 2017 at the Batemans Bay Surf Club, George Bass Drive, Malua Bay the Sth Coast Pastel Society Inc. invites all visitors to pay them a visit and vote for their favourite art in the Viewer’s Choice award with the winning viewer receiving a book of poems “Dreams on the Wind” by artist & poet James Chaffey. Exhibition times then from Thursday are 10 am – 4.00pm daily and entry of a gold coin donation is appreciated to assist the Surf Club. Our raffle which is being run will also be drawn on 18th April, 2017 at 2 pm. Naturally all works in both the Poetry & Open sections will be for sale and a good line up of art to suit all tastes will be exhibited. Don’t forget the second poetry reading on Monday 17th April at 2 pm from James Chaffey’s book of poetry. Above: “The Paddlers” by Nina Poulton. Above: Nikki Cooper Verse 1 of 3 is James works titled “Currawongs” from his book “Dreams on the Wind” to hear the remaining verses join Nikki on Monday17th April at 2 p.m. “Cullanack, cullanack”, They are calling me back To an Autumn that autumned before, When the Summer had spanned Ere the Winter began With a flurry of leaves at the door. New members are always welcome and information about the Society is available from our website www.southcoastpastelsociety.com, like us on facebook or email southcoastpastelsociety1@gmail.com For further details contact Nina Poulton 0409037571. #whatson #Arts #Community #latest

The Space Between An exhibition of works by Eurobodalla artists: Alison Bogg Julie Brennan Kerry Devine Mandy Hilson Stephanie Simko Leigh Anne Sydenham Keedah Throssell The artist featured in this group exhibition found inspiration in the theme The Space Between, finding strong connections to the multiple layers it revealed. The culmination of this collaboration is a dynamic collection of new works in different mediums. Each artist has responded in their own unique way to reflect their exploration of The Space Between. The exhibition is open daily from till Tuesday 25 April 2017, 10am to 4pm (closes 1pm Tuesday 25 April). You are welcome to attend the exhibition opening event on Thursday 13 April at 6pm. The Mechanics Institute, Page Street, Moruya. #Arts #whatson #Moruya

On Wednesday 5 April, Members of CABBI and the public turned out at The Gallery, Mogo for the opening of their first judged exhibition based on the theme of “Where We Live”. The exhibition judged by Andrea Warren was organised so that the space could showcase the work of other artists who normally don’t show in The Gallery. Debra Smith took out First place in Painting with her work titled “Morning Visitors”; a delightful composition of two magpies. Judges comments: “You have captured these wonderful birds like you know them well.” Adrienne Conway took out Second Place in painting with her work “Deua River Reflections”. “You have captured the light of the Deua River, a hard thing to do. I feel like I’m there”, were the judges comments. Laureen Phillips took out First in Sculpture/craft with her lovely soap stone carving called “Headland”. You have captured the essence of the headland beautifully. I can feel the changing weather” said Ms Warren. Hazel Hofmann took out Second in sculpture/craft with her work titled “Objects made from rocks, feathers, fleece and gumnuts”. A wonderful mix of colours and textures. I feel like I know where you live”, were the judges comments. The exhibition remains open daily from 10am to 4pm until Sunday 30 April. Enquiries can be made to The Gallery on 44742243. Click on the Gallery for larger images and captions #Mogo #Arts #whatson #BatemansBay #Community #latest #Weekly

Legendary Songwriter Neil Murry + Paul Greene will be performing live and intimate at the Mechanics Institute Hall, Moruya. Friday April 7th. Doors Open 7pm Tickets: $45 at the door or $40 prebooked online at https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=257583 Neil Murray first appeared in the early eighties as a founding member of the Warumpi Band, which over three albums (Big Name, No Blankets, Go Bush, Too Much Humbug) and twenty years of performing propelled contemporary indigenous music into mainstream Australia, yielding such classic songs as My Island Home, Blackfella Whitefella, Fitzroy Crossing, Jailanguru Pakarnu, Stompin Ground, From the Bush and Waru. Neil has since become one of Australia’s most respected and influential singer/songwriters and has enjoyed a solo career since 1989. He has released twelve solo albums- "Calm & Crystal Clear", "These Hands", "Dust", "The Wondering Kind", "Going The Distance", "About Time" (a 2CD retrospective compilation) "Spoken", "2Songmen" (live with Shane Howard in Darwin) ,"Overnighter", "Witness", "Sing the Song- the essential Neil Murray", and his latest release "Bring Thunder & Rain". While many are familiar with Neil Murray there is an ever growing following building for resident songwriter and muscian Paul Greene. Paul Greene has a seemingly insatiable appetite for all things musical. At the ripe old age of 12 In the School holidays he was working in a Record Bar in his home town of Nowra on the South Coast, spending everything he made on what ever precious Vinyl he could afford. On the weekends his mum was driving him to gigs to front a local covers band. He has been making up songs for as long as he can remember, however it was much later that Greene came into his own as a songwriter. Zap to the present, and he is just about to release his 8th album through ABC Universal; The follow up to his ARIA nomination for best Blues and Roots album of 2012. He has produced albums for and collaborated with some of the countries most respected musicians like Rob Hirst (midnight Oil), James Blundell, Greg Arnold (things of stone & Wood), and toured with the Who's Who of international songwriters including grammy nominees Ani Difranco, Alvin 'Youngblood Hart' and Patty Griffin. It was an interesting path that lead Paul to find his place in the world as the respected songwriter and a successful musician he is today. This path would see him tour the world by the age of 15 - Not for Music, (although he always had his guitar close at hand) but to compete internationally in track and field. After devoting himself to his sport, Paul eventually represent Australia at the 1996 Olympic games in the 400m and the 4 x 400m relay and ranked no 38 in the world that year. Many of his State and National Track & Field records still stand today. Greene took a Track and Field scholarship to the University of Southern California where he Immersed himself in the study of writing and making music. As well as working for the USC radio station, Paul performed in a college band 'Henrys Guests' that built a huge following in LA and would perform at the ledgendary Whisky A Go-Go where such artist as The Doors, Lead Zeplin, Frank Zappa, and Guns & Roses had their Humble beginnings. In fact, it was a conversation with Ben Harper in Guitar World on The Sunset Strip about a ring Greene wore with a diamond on the inside that inspired Harpers most massive international hit to date. Despite all this, Greene likes to keep a low profile. He remained staunchly independent until his collaboration with ABC in 2011 which is Australia's largest and Oldest independent record label. With a belief in the power of community, Greene has toured relentlessly and always prided himself on keeping it real and working at a grass roots level, trailblazing the way for other artists to follow. When you see Paul performing live It is undeniable that 'there is a remarkably special spark about him' (Peter Fitzgerald - The Australian). He has been compared by critics as one of the best emerging Songwriters this country has to offer, and the likes of Neil Finn, Jack Johnson, and Paul Simon. Yet he is always looking for a way to do it better, rather than gloating about his success. #Music #whatson #Moruya #Arts #latest

Having just completed the Louise Corke workshop in mid-March, where 12 artists gained new insights & knowledge into the art of pastel painting, members are now rising to the latest challenge. In a unique exhibition combining both visual & written expression, we have asked our members to create an art work where the painting is inspired by a poem or a poem inspired the art work. The official opening will be on Saturday 15th April at 4.30pm where Nikki Cooper will read out selected member’s poems whilst visitors sip on a wine along with nibbles. Nikki will then conduct a further poetry reading on Monday 17th April at 2.00pm. Poems read at this session will be from our member Jim Chaffey’s book of poems. Most members have embraced this latest challenge which not only showcases their individual talents but their diversity. Along with the poetry selection of art, an open section is included for members not entering this selection. All work throughout the exhibition will be in pastel, subject matters ranging from landscape, seascape, still life and contemporary and will be for sale. Members of the public will be urged to vote for their favourite in the Viewer’s Choice award. A raffle featuring 3 original art works by members, Eric Strachan, Warren Jones and Megan Dixon-Dawes will be on sale and drawn at the end of this exhibition. Above: "Bedtime" by Jenny Murphy A sample of Jenny Murphy’s poem titled “Bedtime” which will accompany her work. “It’s time for bed, there’s a book to be read Hop up here little bear There’s nothing to fear We’re warm & snug in our cosy rug We’ll read stories and tales Of dragon & whales Of strawberries & cream And soon those eyes will droop & dream.” The exhibition opens Wednesday 12 April and concludes on 18 April with opening hours being 10 am – 4pm daily and held at the Batemans Bay Surf Club, George Bass Drive, Malua Bay. Entry by gold coin assists the Surf Club. New members are always welcome and information about the Society is available from our website www.southcoastpastelsociety.com, like us on facebook or email southcoastpastelsociety1@gmail.com For further details contact Nina Poulton 0409037571. #Arts #whatson #Community #BatemansBay

“The Gallery” located at Mogo is hosting an art exhibition for the month of April. The theme is “Where We Live” and will feature paintings, sculpture and craft from local artists. The Gallery is run by members of CABBI and normally features the artwork of about 30 members. Gallery Co-ordinator Laureen Phillips said, “We have about 130 financial members in CABBI, but due to space restrictions, only about 30 members can exhibit at any one time. This art exhibition will allow other members who normally are not in the gallery, to showcase their work.” “Being a themed exhibition, artists are encouraged to feature their love of their environment and backyard, from the lakes, rivers, numerous beaches and estuaries, rainforests and national park that we call our home” Laureen said. The exhibition will open on Tuesday 4 April and run until Sunday 30 April. “This is a wonderful opportunity for visitors and locals alike to visit The Gallery as it will take in the school holidays, Easter weekend and the Anzac long weekend” said Laureen. The public are also invited to the cocktail opening from 4pm – 5pm on Wednesday 5 April. Although a small exhibition, this is the first time The Gallery has held a judged exhibition and Laureen Phillips is hoping that there will be more to come in the future. Andrea Warren, an experienced local artisan, will judge the show. Andrea holds an Honours Degree in Fine Arts, owned and operated the Morning Toast Art Gallery in Cygnet Tasmania, and has a wealth of expertise across many art disciplines. She has been selected for public art commissions, held numerous solo exhibitions, along with over 20 group exhibitions. Andrea comes with curatorial experience along with a history of organising events and workshops. The Gallery is located at the southern end of Mogo Village and is open to the public 7 days per week. Enquiries can be made by ringing 44742243. Above: Portia Dunn who will be exhibiting is pictured with her painting “Tubular Motion” #Arts #whatson #Mogo #Community

Batemans Bay Library, Hanging Rock Pl, Batemans Bay - opens April 3rd Art enthusiasts are invited to view this captivating exhibition by local artist Trevor Hyde. With a lifelong career in graphic design, Trevor is now a fine art painter in acrylics on canvas. Now living on the NSW Coast, Trevor uses the proximity to nature at its most pristine to inspire his creativity. Trevor's work features people in landscapes which creates atmosphere and a story, drawing viewers in and leaving them intrigued. Trevor has had successful exhibitions in the local area, as well as in Sydney and New Zealand. Trevor is also conducting an artist floor talk at the Batemans Bay Library at on Tuesday 5-6pm on 11 April. #Arts #whatson

Time to See - new works by Hannah Gason Exhibition opening Saturday 11 March, 3 pm Continues until Sunday 19 March Open daily 10 am to 4 pm Durras Progress Hall cnr Corilla & Banyanda Streets, South Durras Time to See new works by Hannah Gason made as a result of her residency at Murringo and South Durras Artist's Talk 11 am Sunday 12 March Image: Hannah Gason "Waiting for the tide", 2016, digital photograph #Arts #whatson #Durras

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Prior to the Council meeting each fortnight the community have the opportunity to ask questions away from the agenda items of the day. These questions are not broadcast. Norm Moore of Moruya was there today to ask questions of Council and Councillors about the James Gee memorial in Russ Martin Park Public Forum Address 28 February 2017 N. Moore (ever so slightly edited). Dr Dale, Mayor, & Councillors - I refer to a meeting of Art and Heritage Committee last November, regarding the James Gee memorial in Russ Martin Park. I mailed Lindsay Usher at the time saying that “I would not be giving a lecture on heritage and required 10 minutes to set up a display.” A 3 tonne module of the project was set up at 7 am. None had made effort to see it previously at Moruya markets or show - where it has won four awards for art & heritage. I arrived at 2:40pm for a 3pm meeting to find the door to chambers barricaded with furniture and was left standing in a wind-blown alley way. There was no apology from Lindsay Usher when admitted at 3 pm and complained of no time to set a display. I was told it wasn’t needed & informed by Councillor Nathan she had thoroughly researched the history – offered a lame excuse in reference to the park, and proceeded with advice. It seemed ‘decisions’ had been made- my agenda would not be followed, and this would be an ‘ad hoc‘ show. To see what was ‘afoot,’ I offered only token information & left the main of my agenda in my car. Next, I endured humiliation of this town’s pioneers- their heritage, myself, and my years as an Historian. Not once did I hear the word OUR amongst the following suggestions in reference to the heritage involved. 1.The offer of a plaque - I regarded as unprofessional, convenient and lazy ! 2. Placed in the local museum - with neither space – security -connection to heritage - facilities for parking - and seldom open - ridiculous ! 3. Placed in Batemans Bay museum– where Moruya residents & school students require transport to learn of their town’s history - disgraceful ! 4. Placed in the Men’s shed - located in high school grounds – open Fridays -security passes needed by the public - closed school holidays and a shipping container for storage - no comment needed ! 5. Placed in Mogo Town - with no connection to the original gold rush town, or history of Moruya, ’ Mention of a Heritage Centre was scoffed at by councillor Brown - unaware of a previous petition signed by 600 residents (including 400 business owners) and placed on council agenda. (I refer this to Councillor Pollock) To Councillor Nathan (in particular) and members of committees –if as claimed, you had “thoroughly researched” everything , --you would know this : 1. The Russ Martin Park area - previously called the Ferry Reserve - is the point from where Moruya ‘grew’. River crossing was via a canoe paddled by a convict. The first white woman crossed this way in 1835. Gee’s forge was adjacent ! 2. The Araluen gold rush seen 4 ships weekly unloading diggers & supplies – and store keepers prospering by running the teams of packhorses needed. 3. Moruya was the first port to ship gold in Australia. The Silver Mine held the first payable silver deposit in the Southern Hemisphere. Ore was shipped to London & Germany in 1890. Moruya silver was prized by English Flute Makers. Sir Saul Samuel opened the mine in 1862 and was Australia’s first Post Master General. 4. Moruya was the largest supplier of potatoes in the Colony with 7 ships in waiting to load. With this - our timber - farming produce & granite - we played a large part in the building of Sydney Town & the Colony of NSW. The advent of Blacksmith Gee occurred midst this momentous period in OUR history - having already made his mark as Horseman in Charge - in Australia’s first great cattle drive –Moruya to Adelaide. His part in the naming of Moruya’s main street "Vulcan" - now legendary. A sound system will explain much of this for visitors – but must be set in conjunction with a pictorial display accomplished via a pictorial ceramic tile edging along Russ Martin park - (with seating, and the like.) Our Art Community should come to the fore here – encouraging and tutoring participants in displaying stories of aboriginals, settlers, bushrangers, police, churches, schools and the many avenues of evolvement of our communities. This is what many business owners have indicated to me – “Somewhere to send tourists, where they can quickly access and enjoy a ‘compact & precise vision’ of the Eurobodalla” - without leaving in confusion, anger or disappointment - and further spreading word of their feelings ! Please take notice of a petition I now submit - containing 1,000 (one thousand) signatures (including Andrew Constance and Fiona Phillips) and references from several organizations. It does not allude to the Ceramic Tile concept - a splendid idea from several Moruya business owners - but is accompanied by diagram and detail. Questions the public & business owners want answers to : 1.What is the duty of Council’s Heritage officer and why has he not attended to this heritage in the 8 years of his term in council. 2. Why was the council given a $25,000 grant 2009 -2011 to employ a Heritage Architect - for a heritage study that was done by volunteers and Council employee. 3. What is the duty of council’s Director of Art and why has there not been effort made to showcase the heritage described thru various art programs ? 4. Why is there no one on the Art & Heritage committees with building & structural skills , interest and knowledge of Moruya’s heritage, and better understanding of how to implement this project ? 5. Finally - Is there a Councillor willing to represent the interests of Moruya residents ? Above: Norm Moore just after Public Forum Feb 28th, 2016 Editors Note: Norm advised The Beagle that he had previously presented at a Council Public Forum and the notes from that address were available here Norm Moore made the following comments in Non Agenda Public forum at the Ordinary Council Meeting on 9 November 2014. Thank you all; for the opportunity During a conversation with Andrew Constance MP at the conclusion of the granite town parade – he expressed excitement and admiration of a prototype memorial of Moruya blacksmith James Gee and its escort of kids from Moruya Public School dressed as convicts. "Moruya Granite" he said – "I've got to find $5,000 to make a bigger sign for the town about granite"!!I pointed out the memorial was nothing to do with the quarry & that any signage should properly signify this town's real history & at least start with Silver, Gold and Granite and I would find the money if he couldn't. I believe that money is now 'on Council table' and like many I'm concerned at how it will be used.No one has done more to promote Moruya Quarry than myself, having made several DVDs and CDs, and in 2008, - tried to get the then Council interested in a festival – and following a complaint from the late Nelle Grieg, - that as guests of former NSW Governor (now Dame Marie Bashir) – during the 75th anniversary celebrations of the bridge's opening – she heard about millions of rivets, litres of paint & tonnes of steel but nothing about Moruya and the granite faced abutments engineer Bradfield – described as – "adding a touch of distinction to what otherwise would be an immense utilitarian structure". In return, Dame Marie has donated two magnificent books to our library – this is a copy of one – given to me as a thank you. A CD produced in conjunction with 2ear fm & takes you back to the building of some 100 lighthouses around England and Scotland by the Lighthouse Stevenson family of engineers, - development of technology, involvement of John Gilmore at age 13 years – and possible links to 'reluctant' engineer & later famous Author, Robert Louis Stevenson and brings you forward to the massive operations of the Moruya quarry, - then regards as the most modern in the world. It contains information you won't read about in books as it came from apprenticed tradesmen I knew. Copies are with Moruya & District Historical Society. Huge though this operation was, - It happened in relatively modern times and was but a 'blink of an eye' in the real pioneering story of Moruya prior to WW1. Of far more interest is Louttit's Quarry 1858 and its connection with the Abernethy Lathe, Columns of Sydney GPO Colonnade 1882, St. Mary's Cathedral, Capt. Cook's Statue and the Canberra foundation stone etc.Of more interest is a very brief of these;* Produce from farms & timber from our forests both fed & built in Sydney Town. Moruya was the largest supplier of potatoes in the Colony with 7 ships in waiting to load.* When gold was discovered at Araluen, Moruya became a gold rush town with 2 ships per month escalating to 4 or 5 a week. Miners needed food – meaning a substantial increase in production of meat, fruit & vegetables and a rapid increase in ship building to cater for fishing & transportation of mining goods.Local businesses prospered by running reams of pack horses carrying supplies – leaving at midnight & arriving at dawn to avoid heat of day. 53,000 ozs or 2 tonnes of gold come from the field within a year and Moruya was the first port to ship gold in Australia. In later years a single dredge produced 3 tonnes from its paddock. Employment & economy thrived with the opening of Moruya Silver Mine by Sir Saul Samuel in 1862 and was the first payable silver deposit in the Southern Hemisphere. Samuels became Australia's first Postmasters General after opening the Sydney GPO in 1874. The mine's stamp mill was cast in the Sydney foundry of Sir Peter Nicol Russell – whose name is given to the Sydney University School of Engineering building as does the annual engineering award. 6 medals have been struck in his honour. Moruya has the only surviving Stampmill of the hundreds produced in his foundry during the gold rush era. (much more info online if you want it.)Opening of the Donkey Hill Mine in 1870 – provided employment for up to 30 workers till forced to close by WW2 in 1939, then – the only mine paying a dividend to share holders in Australia. It could be heard from town working day & night – as I experienced as a child in the 1930's.Not enough time here to full mention that Moruya was the furthest point of convict administration in the Colony – with flogging post & court house at Broulee. I've been working with Moruya Public School teacher Lynne Ellis and her class of 2a students to produce souvenirs that will remind them of our pioneering past. They've been given an appropriate version of history just mentioned and asked to comment and write essays on the subject.Some students with difficulties in attitude, concentration or learning – have shown intense interest & produced outstanding work units for their age & given Lynne Ellis and Principal Peter Johnson a most pleasing outcome. If time permits the children's work will be displayed in a window at Harris Scarf till Xmas and I urge you to find time to take a look. The prototype memorial of blacksmith James Gee will contain a sound system enabling school children & visitors to listen & learn of our unique history. Nearly 50 local tradesmen, businesses and even members of Councils workforce in spare time have contributed. It's ready for stage 2 and that will be a contribution to the Centenary of Anzac by way of an image of the great grandson of James Gee who was a bugler on HMAS Perth sunk by Jap subs WW2 and was known as the Blind Barber of Burma Prison Camp. I urge that you continue to give full support to the Granite Town Festival – but please remember you must involve the other 90% of the community whose achievements have been elsewhere. Without them, you won't get the full hearted support needed for continuation. It is important that you engage persons familiar with & interested in our pioneers & heritage to design new town entry signs. Finally, what is happening with the $125,000 given by the Commonwealth Gov. to 53 Shire Council's around Australia for unique projects supporting the Centenary of Anzac? Council Reply The Moruya granite quarry is operated by the NSW Government Crown Lands. We have forwarded your suggestion that the quarry provide a large granite bolder for the rock garden in Canberra to them for consideration. The contact person is Martin Bergs, Crown Lands, Ground Floor, 5 O’Keefe Avenue, Nowra, NSW 2541 or telephone 4428 9100. Andrew Constance’s office is currently awaiting advice from the Minister of Arts regarding the status of the $5,000 grant and as soon as we receive this advice we will contact you. #Moruya #Council #LocalStateFederal #Community

Painitngs of Tuross by Wendy Macklin. "South Coast Summer" Paintings of Tuross by Wendy Macklin Outdoor BBQ Area - 3pm Launch Proceeds of auction and raffle to Tuross Rescue Squad and Tuross Head Netball #Tuross #Arts #whatson

The Beagle What's On Guide - for all that's on around the Eurobodalla and surrounds this weekend Exhibitions: Jan 19th to Feb 26th - Gallery Bodalla - Heartland Music, events and performance Bells Carnival - Corrigans Beach 7pm every night until Jan 26th Friday Jan 20th - Rick and the Radars – Club Narooma (5.30pm) Jan 20th - Mojo – Bayview Hotel (8pm) Jan 20th - Lego Man - Tomakin Sports and Social Club Jan 20th - Karaoke Malua Bay Bowling Club. 8pm Jan 20th - Jivehouse – Batemans Bay Soldiers Club (7.30pm) Jan 20th - Joe Driscoll – Corrigan’s Cove, Batemans Bay (4pm) Jan 20th - Tony Jaggers - Narooma Golf Club Saturday Jan 21st - Darryl Towney – Corrigan’s Cove, Batemans Bay (4pm) Jan 21st - Swamp Stompers @ Bayview-Hotel Batemans Bay w/ The Spindrift Saga Jan 21st - Men from Earth @ The Quarterdeck Narooma Jan 21st - Once Bitten – Club Narooma (5.30pm) Jan 21st - Jacqui Seczawa – Tomakin Sports and Social Club (7.30pm) Jan 21st - The Nashberries at Tuross Head Country Club Jan 21st - Sandman Panelvan Catalina Country Club Jan 21st -Mojo – Moruya Waterfront Hotel (9pm) Jan 21st - Jivehouse – Batemans Bay Soldiers Club (7.30pm) Jan 21 and 22 - Eurobodalla District Show - Moruya Jan 21st - Carlie Remm at The Farm Gate , BBay Marina 4pm Sunday Jan 22nd - 8 Ball – Club Narooma (4pm) Jan 22nd - Frets and Reeds @ Narooma Golf Club around 3.30pm Jan 22nd - Joe Driscoll – Tomakin Sports and Social Club (5pm) Jan 22nd - The Awesome at JJ's @ The Moorings, Tomakin Jan 22nd - Sam Rees Moruya Waterfront Hotel @ 5pm Jan 22nd - King Dog and the Jagman @ The Dromedary Hotel, Central Tilba 2:30pm Be sure to bookmark the Beagle What's On Guide Do you have a gig or event you would like included in the Beagle What's On Guide? Use our Contact page or email beagleweeklynews@gmail.com if you have a flyer to add #whatson #Arts #latest

Waves & Water - Australian Beach Photography Bega Valley Regional Gallery until 4 February 2017 Iconic photographs in the exhibition capture Australian beach culture from the 1930s to today. Sunbathers, swimmers, surfers and surf life savers are depicted in this collection of photographs from the Australian National Maritime Museum. The exhibition includes Max Dupain's iconic image, the Sunbaker, Ray Leighton's surfers posed with their longboards, images from Jeff Carter's 1960s surfing safari, and Roger Scott's "critical moment" photographs, taken as an individual catches a wave or dives into the ocean. Anne Zahalka explores ideas of Australian cultural identity and stereotypes by reworking familiar images from the media and the history of art in the series Bondi: playground of the Pacific. Narelle Autio provides a different view of the ocean swimmer from beneath the surface of the waves, and Ian Lever renders the beauty and moods of Sydney's ocean pools at dawn and dusk. #Arts #whatson #Photography

2017 South Coast Pastel Society Inc. kicks off with its 1st art/sale exhibition. The Art Sale and Exhibition commences on 20th January and concludes on 27 January, 2017 and will be held at the Batemans Bay Surf Club, George Bass Drive, Malua Bay. The South Coast Pastel Society Inc. is gearing up for the next 12 months of pastel & art activities. Exhibitions, workshops, pavement painting, member talks and meetings are just some of the planned items on the agenda. Always keeping a fresh approach to art we finalised 2016 with an excellent workshop conducted by Canberra pastelist, Amanda McLean, where the participants learnt another new approach in applying pastel. Some of these works will be on display along with a variety of styles and techniques at our up & coming January exhibition. Above: Warren Jones with his pastel work “Track to Shelly Beach” The Art Sale and Exhibition which commences on 20th January and concludes on 27 January, 2017 will be held at the Batemans Bay Surf Club, George Bass Drive, Malua Bay. All works are for sale and the exhibition will be open from 10am-4pm daily with entry of a gold coin donation assisting the Surf Club. In conjunction with the exhibition, we are also holding great kids activities which have proven popular with local and visiting children. Pavement painting attracts a variety of ages and styles and the budding artists produce some excellent art works. The Society provides the materials and there is no need to register, however children under 6 require adult supervision, just show up with your enthusiasm on MONDAY January 23, 2017 at 10 am and finish at 12 noon. Above: Kane Hoy taken at the October 2016 pavement painting activity On Thursday 26th January there will be a small workshop “Pastel on Canvas” and designed to be fun for beginners. Held from 10 am – 12 noon, all materials are supplied and is free. Other items for our future agenda include the workshop in March by Queensland artist Louise Corke, the Easter exhibition “Passion of Pastel and Poetry” and some further beginners workshops. Members are reminded that our first meeting held at the Tomakin Sports & Leisure Club will be February commencing at 10.15am we will have a guest speaker New members are always welcome and information about the Society is available from our website www.southcoastpastelsociety.com, like us on facebook or email southcoastpastelsociety1@gmail.com #whatson #Community #Arts #latest #Weekly

Splitminds Art Exhibition 27 January at 18:00–21:00 @ the Downward Dog Co Cafe 81 Princes Highway, Bodalla SpliTMInds is an eclectic art exhibition featuring the works of Megan Small, Lois Selby and J&S Design. This exhibition will feature a mix of abstract artwork, paintings, sculptures, mixed media works, digital art and more. The first of the Downward Dog Co. Café exhibitions, SpliTMInds will begin on Friday 27th January and officially launch at 6pm. Come down to the restaurant and join the artists for antipasto and a glass of wine during the opening. Call 4473 5583 to make a dinner reservation and enjoy a relaxed evening in the courtyard. The spliTMInds Exhibition will run from Friday 27th January until Tuesday 28th February. MEGAN SMALL Megan Small’s artwork speaks volumes to her unique perspective with elegant observations of form and texture. With 30 years of artistic endeavours, her latest work is a captivating example of this artists ever evolving style and technique. Over the last year, Megan has been working on a variance of pieces in a multiple of mediums, from painting with clay and natural ochres, the use of fire and heat on a multitude of mediums, sculpture and monoprints - she has never been afraid of new and unique methods in order to achieve stunning, emotive results. Many of Megan’s pervious works has been exhibited not only here but in the US and she is excited to have her latest creations exhibiting at spliTMInds in her hometown of Bodalla. LOIS SELBY Trained as a ceramic artist at the Australian National University Institute of the Arts, in the past decade or so Lois has bunny-hopped across Australia several times. Lois became aware (very quickly!) it’s difficult to bunny-hop with a large kiln strapped to her back. To maintain a creative practice she turned her eye and hand to other materials and currently works with a range of materials including up-cycled wood, old metal, wool, paraphernalia and found objects. SpliTMInds offers Lois the opportunity to exhibit recent works made incorporating naturally dyed silk, paper, ribbon, material, buttons, zippers and other materials. Lois finds the alchemy of the dyeing process absorbing and the post cutting, twisting and wrapping to produce the work appealing. Dyeing agents used in the process may include eucalyptus, blackberry, onion skin, turmeric, walnut, tea, basil, bay leaves, dahlia and geranium flowers. When her kiln is re-wired Lois intends to work again in clay. Lois maintains her sense of optimism, realism and humour. J&S DESIGN – Joel Spooner/Shay Nowicki J&S was formed when two inspired designers with a passion for the creative arts decided they should combine efforts and offer their unique perspective and original ideas, as an all inclusive service to those who want to make a statement with their graphic design. But, J&S couldn’t pass up the opportunity to exhibit some of their digital artwork alongside some admired local artists. Their recently launched boutique design firm keeps them pretty busy, however their myriad of passion projects are always a creative joy. AN INVITATION ALL ARTISTS To hold an exhibition and/or opening of your own , or to be a part of our next spliTMInds event contact Megan Small on 0449 162 025. #Arts #whatson #Bodalla #Tuross