far south coast imag - july 2014
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iMag is a full colour information guide of what to do, where to go and what to see in the Far South Coast region.TRANSCRIPT
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Gifted ExhibitionPage 19
JULY 2014
Far South Coast Region
Fireside FestivalPage 2
Inside• Art Trail• What to See and Do• What's On• Live Music Guide• Monthly Markets• Regional Map
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Some photos courtesy of NSW TourismCover Photo: Shirley Hannan, Untitled Portrait, Pastel on paper. Bega Valley Regional Gallery
Material in this publication is copyright and may not be published or reproduced in any form without the express permission of the publishers. Circulation, an average of 10,000 copies distributed monthly throughout the Region as well as major tourism information centres in Sydney, Canberra and country NSW.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© Imag Publications Pty Ltd 2014
Independently owned franchisePublished by Imag PublicationsPublishers/Editors: Paul Callaghan & Melinda DownsPhone: (02) 6494 2185 Email: [email protected] Box 9002, Wyndham, 2550
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ContentsWelcome to July and welcome to winter on the Far South Coast.
Just because it's winter doesn't mean you need to stay indoors all day - it might be cold at night, but a good frost is nearly always followed by a beautiful clear, sunny day. The cooler day time temperatures are perfect for bush-walking or an invigorating stroll along the beach - much nicer than sweating it out in the middle of summer!
It's also a great time to get out and explore the many towns and villages between the escarpment and the coast. Historic buildings, quirky shops, great galleries, fantastic cafes and restaurants without the busy summer crowds are all waiting to be explored.
To learn more about the development of Eden, drop in to the Eden Killer Whale Museum this month. There's a fascinating exhibition about the life and achievements of JR Logan, the
man who brought electricity plus a whole lot more to the town in the 1920s and 1930s. Read more on page 6.
Also this month, the Festival of the Face wraps up in Bega. This new event is centre around the Shirley Hannan Portrait Award, Australia's third richest portraiture prize. Follwing on from that is an exhibition of selected works from the Shirley Hannan Collection - a must see! Find out more on page 19.
Coming up in August is the Fireside Festival, one of the Canberra region's most popular winter events. With degustation dinners, wine tasting events, exhibitions, live music and so much more -see page 2 for details.
Have a great time this July whatever you decide to do!
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Sunset near Bega © Paul Callaghan
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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 the 1830s, and whaling continued for another century.
For a real taste of life in the whaling industry you can also 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.
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.
Eden is now famous as a destination for whale-watching, with migrations occurring in late autumn and spring.
The Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre, located on Main Wharf, has displays of the local marine environment.
superb venues provide a smorgasbord of activities, entertainment and fantastic dining!
Eden Fishermen’s Recreation Club Eden Gardens Country ClubPrinces Hwy Eden . Phone: 6496 1126 www.edenfishermens.com.au
217 Imlay Street Eden . Phone: 6496 1577 www.edenfishermens.com.au
● Club Keno ● Club TAB ● Raffles ● Free child-minding ● Sky ● Bingo ● Regular entertainment
● Lunch and dinner 7 days a week
● 18 hole championship golf course ● Fully stocked pro shop ● Lawn bowls ● No crowds, no stress
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What to See & Do Visit the Eden Killer Whale Museum
Go whale & dolphin watching
Check out the fishing trawlers at Eden Wharf
Wander through the Sapphire Coast Marine Discovery Centre
Hire a fishing charter, take a cruise or try sea kayaking on Twofold Bay
VISITOR INFORMATION CENTREMitchell Street, Eden Ph: 02 6496 1953
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Davy Jones’ Treasures Gift & Souvenir Shop open 7 days· Extensive range of historical books · Disabled Access · Bus Parking
184 Imlay St, EDEN opp Police Station ph 02 6496 2094 fax 02 6496 2024www.killerwhalemuseum.com.au email: [email protected]
Current ExhibitionsAn Important Enterprise -
Whaling & Twofold BayReplica Lighthouse-
this gallery gives an insightinto lighthouses
Davidson Gallery Whaling Exhibition
Visit Old Tom’s Skeleton -themost famous of Killer Whales
EDEN Killer WhaleMuseum
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J R Logan: Community & Nation exhibition at Killer Whale MuseumWhen you turn on a light switch in Eden, think of John Ronaldson Logan, the local entrepreneur who established the town’s first public electricity plant a century ago. By some he is also considered the father of the Snowy Hydro-Electric Scheme, so passionate was he about the scheme and its potential for Eden and the district, he expended a great deal of personal time and finances planning and campaigning the merits of the project. Eden Killer Whale Museum also stands as testimony to Logan’s contribution to Eden. He showed great foresight in having the skeleton of the killer
whale known as Old Tom preserved, and in securing a permanent home for it, allowing visitors from around the world to continue to experience the retelling of Eden’s killer whales and whaling stories. Logan built the beautiful Edrom Lodge as his family's home on the shores of Twofold Bay, now a heritage listed property located near the multi-purpose wharf. Taking three years to build and employing many locals, the construction of 'Edrom' as it was then known, was a boon to the Eden economy.Another local landmark that remains a symbol of Logan’s community
spirit is the Log Cabin located in Bass Street. When he became aware that his daughter's girl guide brigade were desperate for a meeting place, Logan bought land and sourced information from overseas on designs of Canadian log cabins. He created a scale model of the cabin, secured building permission from the Girl Guide movement and oversaw the building of the cabin which was opened in 1936.When John Ronaldson Logan passed away at Edrom Lodge in 1937, an Australian newspaper article described his death as the loss of a ‘true patriot’. J R Logan: Community and Nation commemorates the contribution of this visionary man who served his country both formally during the First World War, and voluntarily upon his return. The exhibition also reflects on his determination and fervour to build the community’s infrastructure, and expand the town’s opportunities through utilising its natural wealth. The exhibition is on show until 22nd February 2015. More information is available atwww.killerwhalemuseum.com.au
Top: J R Logan’s wife and daughters on the steps of their family home, Edrom. Gandon Collection, Eden Killer Whale Museum
Above: Portrait of John R Logan, Courtesy of Mr T Bell
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What to See & Do Stroll around the beautiful historic
Pambula Village
Explore the Pambula River by kayak, canoe or boat
Take a walk around Panboola
Visit the friendly kangaroos at Pambula Beach
Relax with a coffee or lunch at Settlers Cottage
The Pambula River floodplain was for thousands of years a source of food and materials for the Thaua people of the Yuin nation.
Europeans first explored the region during George Bass's southern voyage of 1797. Seeking shelter from a gale, Bass travelled up the Pambula River, noting its beauty in his diary. A marker has been erected by the National Parks and Wildlife Service on this historic site.In 1888, gold was discovered on the banks of the Yowaka River, and by 1891 there were eleven mining companies in operation at the Mount Gahan site.Pambula’s historic past is very much in evidence today, with beautifully restored and maintained historic buildings and farmhouses. Pambula today has an eclectic mix of businesses, with art galleries, cafes, restaurants, gift shops and pubs. It's a great place to shop for something a bit different.Just 5 minutes east of the village is Pambula Beach, set between the ocean, the mouth of Pambula River and Ben Boyd National Park.
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 is great for families.Heading south toward Eden, turn left off the Highway to Pambula Lake, where there’s several oyster growers selling fresh Pambula Lake oysters, including Broadwater Oysters.
Hand-moulded Organic SourdoughsCakes & Pastries
Wild Variety of PiesThe Finest House Roasted Coffee
Open Mon - Fri 6.30am - 4.30pm Sat 6.30am - 2.00pm
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Diverse Range of Gluten-free products
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1. The Land of Many Waters Gallery 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. To Di For Designer Accessories Shop 1, 64 Vulcan Street, Moruya. Ph 4474 2422. Open Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm, Saturday 9am - 2pm. Martina Penning exhibits her colourful art with a twist.
3. 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 to the October long weekend.
4. Ivy Hill Gallery 1795 Bermagui Rd, Wapengo. Ph 6494 0152 www.ivyhill.com.au. Closed for winter from 9 June. Winter Exhibition of selected works open by appointment only.
5. Narek Galleries 1140 Tathra-Bermagui Rd, Tanja. Ph 6494 0112 www.narekgalleries.com Closed for winter from 9 June.
6. Bega Valley Regional Gallery Zingel Place, Bega. Ph 6499 2187 www.begavalley.nsw.gov.au/Community/Art_Gallery/Art_Gallery.htm Open Tuesday - Friday 10am - 4pm, Saturday 9am - 12 noon. 30 May – 5 July - The Shirley Hannan National Portrait Award 2014. With the 3rd largest purse ($50,000) in the country after the Moran and the Archibald, the Shirley Hannan National Portrait Award attracts a keen field of renowned portraitists from across Australia − many of whom have been entering this highly respected biannual competition for decades.
11 July – 16 August 2014 - Gifted, Shirley Hannan Collection. The BVRG celebrates the Hannan family’s generous gift of the Shirley Hannan Collection to the people of the Bega Valley Shire. Some 25 of the 160 works are pastel portraits − Shirley’s signature medium − of indigenous folk she spent time with during an outback trip in the mid-1980’s. Following closely on the heels of the Shirley Hannan National Portrait Award 2014, this exhibition pays homage to the woman whose generosity of both spirit and patronage continues to enrich the arts in our region.
Paintings by Martina Penning, at To Di For, Moruya
The 2014 Shirley Hannan prize winning partrait by Shaun Gladwell
Blue flannel shirt, pastel, by Shirley Hannan
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7. 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. In Gallery 1: 30 May - 25 June: 'Salon des Refusés' to the Shirley Hannan National Portraiture Award. An exhibition of 'the best of the rest': works by south coast artists who have not been selected as finalists in the Shirley Hannan National Portraiture Award. The Salon runs concurrently with the Portraiture Award exhibition at the Bega Valley Regional Gallery and showcases the wealth of talent among portrait painters of the South-East Arts Region. Come along and vote for the People's Choice Prize.In Gallery 1: 27 June - 23 July: 'A Plethora of Postcards' - hundreds of small artworks, postcard size, from artists of all ages - paintings, prints, collage, photographs, textiles and ceramics. Fabulous prizes to be won. Winners will be announced at the opening on Friday 27 June at 5pm.In Gallery 2: 30 May - 30 June: Spiral Artists.
8. 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, in a contemporary house and gallery setting with mountain views.
9. Artessence Gallery 47 Toalla St Pambula. Ph 6495 7286 (Facebook: Artessence Gallery) Open Monday - Friday 10am - 4.30pm, Saturday 10am - 1pm A wide selection of art from local and interstate artists including local photography, paintings, prints, lino cuts, jewellery, ceramics, glassware, woodwork, sculpture, mosaics and textiles, at historic McKells Cottage, Pambula.
10. Old Cellars Gallery 246 Mt Darragh Rd South Pambula. Ph 0447 507 913 Contemporary & traditional arts featuring local & interstate artists. www.oldcellarsgallery.com.au Open weekends.
Batemans Bay to Eden
Papier-mache pears by Rick Andersen, at Spiral Gallery
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VISITOR INFORMATION CENTREBeach Street, Merimbula Ph: 02 6495 1129
...will take you there!
What to See & Do Get out on the water with hire boats
or fishing charters
Take a scenic flight
Have some thrills at Magic Mountain Fun Park
Take a trip to Potoroo Palace and get up close with local wildlife
Visit the Merimbula Aquarium at the Wharf at fish feeding time
Enjoy a stroll around the Boardwalk to Top Lake Boat Hire for a coffee
Check out the playgrounds at Ford Park, Spencer Park and near the Info Centre
Enjoy fish 'n'chips and the sunset on the beach
Merimbula is the tourist hub of the Sapphire Coast with its lakeside restaurants and cafes, great shopping, attractions and plenty of 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.
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, enjoying a scenic flights, ten-pin bowling, family fun parks or experiencing native animals or marine creatures up close.
There are plenty of restaurants and cafes to choose from too.
The National Parks & Wildlife Service have a wealth of information on local national parks at their Merimbula office.
Tura Beach is only a short drive north, with its own shopping centre, country club and beautiful beach.
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Osteopaths Kevin Davidson and Chris Mullen treat a range of conditions such as: neck & back pain, arthritis, sciatica, headaches, vertigo, (RSI) repetitive strain injuries, pregnancy related discomfort, tendonitis and sporting injuries. Both Kevin and Chris are highly experienced osteopaths with a wealth of knowledge attained from clinical practice and continuing study over the last three decades. Their practice is fine-tuned toward easing pain that originates in the muscular skeletal system and promotes the health of internal organs, resulting in overall regeneration of all body tissues and ideal health status. Their gentle safe techniques promote mobility, restore balance and function to the musculoskeletal system, which encourages healing, pain free movement and wellbeing.
Massage therapists Lynne Davidson and Sally Miles are qualified in massage modalities including Therapeutic & Remedial, Lymphatic Drainage & Pregnancy. Lynne is also an accredited teacher and has taught massage in Singapore, Vietnam and Hong Kong. She uses a holistic approach to her practice, taking into consideration the physical, mental and emotional aspects of the entire individual. Both are very passionate about health, nutrition and the nurturing healing touch of massage. Their treatments are aimed at alleviating pain from injuries and promoting the body’s natural healing processes, providing patients with better quality of life, health and well being.
Remedial Massage Therapy
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To book an appointmant please call Beach Street
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Discover local history at Merimbula's Old School MuseumOne of Merimbula's best kept secrets is the wonderful Old School Museum.A wonderful facility for locals and visitors alike, the Museum is a great place to immerse yourself in local history.Originally built in 1873 as a school with attached residence, the building now houses an excellent collection of objects and photographs that tell stories of life in Merimbula and neighbouring Pambula from their origins to the present day.Stories of ship-wrecked sailors, whalers, squatters, settlers and gold miners are all to be found in the Museum. The current exhibition at the Museum is a display of the story of the survivors of the wreck of the Sydney Cove in 1797. The ship was wrecked on Preservation Island, off Tasmania, while on her way from Calcutta to Sydney with a cargo of various provisions. Seventeen of the survivors set off in a
long-boat intending to get to Sydney, but they too were shipwrecked near what is now Lakes Entrance. Their only hope was to walk the 600 kms along the coast to Sydney. Only three men made it to the cove at Wattamolla, where they were rescued by a fishing boat which took them the rest of the way to Sydney. The display incorporates the story of the Scouts' re-enactment of the journey in 1997. This was part of the Museum's National Trust Heritage Festival event. Other permanent displays of local history include stories of:• Matthew Munn and his Maizena and his son, Armstrong, who inherited his father’s wealth and lost it by investing in the Pambula goldfields; • the Wharf and the Illawarra Steam ship Company that provided transport for people and goods up and down the coast before roads were built;
• Syms Covington, who travelled with Charles Darwin in the Beagle and lived in Pambula in a house that is now a restaurant;• gold and pyrophyllite mining around Pambula;• the wrecking of the William Dawes and the SS Merimbula;• mutiny and murder on an American whaling ship, and many more.The Museum is situated in Main Street (opposite the RSL) and is open from 1.30pm – 4pm on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday (closed Christmas Day).Entry is only $3 and children are welcome at no cost. For more information, phone 6495 4844.
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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 Encoun- ters by arrangement
• Blue Wren Cafe now licensed, enjoy delicious homemade snacks and lunches• BBQ also available
9km north of Merimbula on the Princes Hwy
Wonders will never cease at Potoroo Palace Native Animal Sanctuary!So many of our amazing unique Australian wildlife can be seen and discovered at Potoroo Palace.You can learn all about on them on an informative Keeper Talks, held at 11am and 2pm daily, 7 days a week. Be ready to have common myths dispelled about some of our much maligned species, such as dingoes and flying-foxes. Find out how crucial our animals are to the well-being of our natural environment and see just how beautiful they truly are.Get up close with Priscilla the echidna
and discover just what her spiny back feels like, or Sapphire, our very own koala and most likely the cutest one in Australia and so soft! Meet Olivia, our large and very beautiful olive python who sheens like a rainbow when in the sun. You can stroke her scales, but only in the right direction. The cheeky resident cockatoos adore to be chatted and sung to and have much to say in return.Wander at your leisure through the Walk-Through Aviary, or mingle with the kangaroos, emus and wallabies that free range in the park. Visitors can hand-feed them with special food bags available for purchase at the café.
Bring a picnic and enjoy lunching outside at our free BBQs. There are giant game boards of draughts and dominoes and quoits too so all the family can join in. Have a family ride on the Potoroo Train and be taken on an inner circuit of our sanctuary.Special animal Encounters can be arranged with the animal of your choosing but book early to avoid any disappointment.
From June - September Potoroo Palace offers a special Locals Discount - just bring identification with your address on to receive a discounted price of $10 per adult and only $5 per child aged 3 years - 17 years. Under 3’s are always free at Potoroo Palace.The Blue Wren Café provides delicious coffee, snacks and lunches, as well as a varied selection of Australian Made souvenirs and educational books. So come along to this amazing not-for-profit educational sanctuary and have a wonderful day out, knowing that you are doing your bit to help preserve our very precious wildlife.
Wildlife Wonders at Potoroo Palace
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Once again the Lakeview Hotel in Merimbula has made it into the Sydney Morning Herald's Good Pub Food Guide.Only two pubs on the entire South Coast made it onto the 2014 final list, with the Lakeview taking out a coveted Two Schooner award.Deciding on finalists involved visiting more than 500 pubs across New South Wales, with 400 reviews written and scores allocated. These scores became the basis for awarding either a one, two or three Schooner award.The Lakeview received its Two
Schooner award after being judged on its food, service, ambience and feel-good vibe.With fantastic views over Merimbula Lake, the Hotel is perfect for enjoying a meal with friends and family.The Lakeview's restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner, with counter meals also available in the Bar.The food is of a higher standard than your average pub meal, as reflected by its Two Schooner win.So for a meal as good as anything you'll find in Sydney or the regions, make a reservation at the Lakeview.
For bookings or more information, phone 02)6495 1202 or visit the websitewww.merimbulalakeview.com.au
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Marina Prior performs at the Golf ClubMarina Prior is renowned for thrilling audiences across the country and is highly regarded as Australia's leading lady of the theatre stage. Fresh from her starring role as Grizabella in Cats in Brisbane, Marina is heading south to perform her new show Songbird at the Pambula
Merimbula Golf Club on Saturday 26th July. Regarded as Australia’s leading lady of musical theatre, Marina has performed over twenty leading roles in her career to date. She rose to stardom when she played Christine in The Phantom of the Opera. The award winning performer is honoured with being named one of Australia’s 100 Entertainers of the Century.
Marina continues to cross musical boundaries; whilst known for her
musical theatre and Carols By Candlelight performances, Marina has embraced stages around the country with her stunning concert tours.Her much-anticipated performance at the Golf Club includes a two course meal and the show.Tickets go on sale 14th July from 10.30am at the Club.
Phone 6495 6154 or go to www.merimbulagolf.com.au for details.
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Live Entertainment - July Eden Fishermens ClubPh 6496 1577 www.edenfishermens.com.au/entertainment.phpSat 12th Hodackey Connection from 8pm
Pambula Merimbula Golf ClubPh 6495 6154 www.merimbulagolf.com.au/clubhouse/whats-on/Sat 19th Club Envy (formerly Power FM Party). FREE event 9pm till late. Megabeetz DJ’s dance music. Details on PMGC website and Facebook close to the event. Sat 26th Marina Prior - Songbird Dinner and Show Tickets on sale from 14th July from the Club More details on PMGC web closer to the event
Lakeview HotelPh 6495 1202 www.merimbulalakeview.com.au/#!entertainment/c10tvEvery Saturday - DJ Mick
Merimbula RSLPh 6495 1502Sat 5th Jacqui Seczawa Sat 12th The HoopsSat 19th DJ GreySat 26th Once Bitten
Club Sapphire MerimbulaPh 6495 1306 www.clubsapphire.com.au/index.php/what-s-on/entertainmentFri 4th The Mik Maks Great kids show. Adult and child tickets $15, babies under 12mths free. Doors open 11am. Fri 4th Rockpool Café Piano Bar featuring Geoff Willis. Free from 6.30pm - dinner
bookings advised. Fri 4th The Eagles Show - Desperado Back by popular demand. Tickets $25. Doors open 8pm. 18 + event. Sat 5th Don Ryan In the Ezy Lounge from 7.30pmFri 11th Rockpool Café Piano Bar featuring Geoff Willis. Free from 6.30pm - dinner bookings advised.Fri 11th PCYC Blue Light Disco 6pm - 8pm for primary school children, 8.30pm to 10.30pm for secondary students to 15 years. Tickets are $5 at the door. Soft drink, juice and chips will be on sale in the room.
N u r s e r i e s & G a rd e n sBega Garden Nursery 32-34 Church St Bega Ph 6492 6628 Open Monday - Saturday
Bodalla Nursery 195 Princes Hwy Bodalla Ph 4473 5166 Closed Tuesdays. May - August open 9 to 4. Large range of fruit & deciduous trees.
No pass outs permitted.Sat 12th Nick Marshall In the Ezy Lounge from 7.30pmThu 17th The Jazz Pack from 7.30pm. $15 Jazz Club members, $20 non-members. Ph (02) 6495 9853 for bookings and enquiries.Fri 18th Rockpool Café Piano Bar featuring Geoff Willis. Free from 6.30pm - dinner bookings advised.Fri 25th Boys in the Band This international hit show celebrates the world’s greatest hits from the most iconic bands of the 20th century. Doors open 8pm. Tickets $35. 18+ event.Fri 25th Rockpool Café Piano Bar featuring Paul Dion. Free from 6.30pm - dinner bookings advised.Sat 26th Tony Jaggers In the Ezy Lounge from 7.30pm.
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VISITOR INFORMATION CENTREAt Bega Cheese Heritage Centre Lagoon Street, Bega Ph: 02 6491 7645
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Mumbulla Mountain, Bega © Paul Callaghan
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Bega is the business and administrative heart of the Bega Valley. It is also a place of natural beauty, surrounded by lush pastures and forests hugging the escarpment.
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.
Views of Mumbulla Mountain to the north and the escarpment to the west are best appreciated from the Lookout, located just 3 kilometres north of town on the Princes Highway.
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 product every year.
A visit to the Bega Cheese Heritage
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
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BEGA CHEESE HERITAGE CENTRE
Now incorporating the Bega Visitor Information Centre Ph 02 6491 7645 Fax 02 6491 7646 [email protected]
Regional Bus Ticketingavailable for Countrylink & Premier bus services
What to See & Do Visit the Bega Cheese Heritage
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Wander along the walking/cycling track near the Bega River
Check out the art galleries
Take the kids to Littleton Gardens to enjoy the water features
Head north for 3km and admire the view from the Bega Lookout
Step back in time at the Bega Pioneer Musuem
Centre is a must; housed in a reproduction of one of the first buildings on the site, the Heritage Centre has a wonderful display of cheese and butter-making equipment from the 1900s. It provides a fascinating insight into how early farmers lived, worked and transported their products.
The Heritage Centre is also home to the Bega Tourist Information Centre, which provides a wealth of information about attractions throughout the region.
Bega has a thriving arts community with its own Regional Gallery which hosts major exhibitions throughout the year, as well as the artist-run Spiral Gallery.
Every second year the Regional Gallery hosts the Shirley Hannan Portrait Award, one of Australia’s richest portrait prizes. Proudly sponsored by the Shirley Hannan Trust, the Award is a celebration of realistic portraiture that attracts artists from across Australia. You can see this years exhibition and award winners at
the Bega Gallery up to 5th July, then an exhibition of Shirley's pastel portraits from the Shirley Hannan Collection.
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The Bega Valley Regional Gallery celebrates the Hannan family’s generous gift of the Shirley Hannan Collection to the people of the Bega Valley Shire. Following closely on the heels of the Shirley Hannan National Portrait Award 2014, this exhibition pays homage to the woman whose generosity of both spirit and patronage continues to enrich the arts in the Bega region.
Shirley Hannan was recognised in the Bega Valley Shire, where she lived for more than 25 years, as a gifted artist who had a particular love and talent for portraiture. Her work was extremely popular and she garnered a long string of awards to her name.
She was a generous patron of the arts and funded the Shirley Hannan National Portrait Award.
Mrs Hannan made it a prerequisite of
the award that those works selected to hang depict their subjects accurately without abstraction and demonstrate a sound skill and knowledge of drawing and painting technique.
The award was established with a specific and unremitting realist bent.
The 'Gifted' exhibition will be running at the Bega Valley Regional Gallery from 11th July until 16th August.
Gifted - The Shirley Hannan Collection
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Award winning range of food, Pizza deals and more. Open 10am-9.30pm Mon to Fri, 4.30pm-9.30pm Sat & Sun. At 98 Carp St Bega next to Coles with plenty of parking.
Phone ahead for prompt service: 6492 6000
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 [email protected]
Bega Garden NurseryHardy plants for coastal, frost & dry conditions. Seedlings and herbs are our speciality. OPEN MONDAY - SATURDAY “The little nursery down the lane”
Rear of 32-34 Church St Bega 6492 6628
Antiques • Vintage • Retro • Art • Books • Records • Unique Gifts • Homewares • Artisan-made furniture & decor • investment art
Open 9.30-5.30 Mon to Fri 10am 12.30 Sat
8 Canning St Bega 02 6492 4441
ArtizAntiqueThe funkiest little decor & gift shop in the deep south!
Watkin’s 3D Paint and ColourLongest established paint specialists in the area for over 25 years. For all your painting solutions, tools & advice. 95 Carp St Bega 6492 3162
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The Butchers BlockLongest established butcher in Bega, now taking orders via email: [email protected] Sapphire Marketplace Bega 6492 1162
Bull & Cow AntiquesWe are not expensive we only look that way! Restoration and custom made furniture service available.Open Mon-Fri 9.30 - 5, Sat 9.30 - 1.Cnr Carp & Canning Sts Bega 0437 721 513
Thornleigh On Newtown Licenced Cafe
Morning & Afternoon Tea & Lunch served from Tuesday-Friday 10am-4pm
Dinner from 6pm, Friday and Saturday nights - booking essential.
The cafe is the perfect place to sit back and enjoy our coffee with great company & our friendly service.
Everyone is welcome
Our menu is Dine-in only, please call 6492 4359 to secure your table.
Eftpos and disabled facilities available. Air conditioned.
187-189 Newtown Rd Bega www.thornleighonnewtown.com.au
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Middle Beach, Mimosa Rocks National Park © Paul Callaghan
Cobargo
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Cobargo Information Centre Princes Hwy, Cobargo Ph: 02 6493 6110 Open Mon - Sat 10am - 4pm
...will take you there!Bangles GalleryA comprehensive range of all Australian made pottery
Princes Hwy Cobargo 6493 6421
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The picturesque historic village of 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.
The town was once known as Wattletown because from the 1860s, wattle bark was stripped from wattle trees and used in the tanning industry in Sydney and Melbourne. The industry ceased in 1964.
Cobargo is a creative, vibrant place reflecting the diversity and talents of those who live and work in the district. Cobargo combines the skills and craft of a working village with a genuinely historic past, its streetscape featuring many turn of the century buildings. With galleries, cafes and established businesses like South Coast Leather and the unique Bangles Pottery shop, Cobargo is a great little village to
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spend some time wandering about in.Saturday mornings in particular see Cobargo come alive with the fantastic Laneway markets. Browse 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.Every February the Cobargo Folk Festival takes over the showground, attracting international artists and local performers alike. Featuring much more than folk music, the Festival brings together musicians playing a diverse range of music for dedicated fans.
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Golf or Tennis Ph 6494 1220
The Golden Sands Chinese Restaurant
(Chinese/Australian Food)Dinner Wed-Sun, Lunch Wed-Sun
Ph 6494 5222
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Tathra Beach Country Club
Andy Poole Drive Tathra
Tathra is an ideal holiday destination for both families and couples, with beautiful beaches, estuaries and National Parks all close by.
Tathra’s famous historic Wharf was built in 1862 from funds donated
by farmers and the Illawarra Steam Navigation Company. The Wharf has been classified by the National Trust as the only remaining steamer wharf on the Australian coastline.
If you're at Tathra Beach you might see dolphins or even whales; they head south on their migration between September and November.
There are lots of things for the kids to do, with a fantastic skatebowl and 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.
Bermagui offers visitors a myriad of things to do and places to go.Pristine beaches and lakes offer water activities including surfing, swimming, snorkeling, boating and canoeing. Try fishing from the beach, rocks or along the Bermagui River, or head out
on one of the local charter boats.Go bush walking in nearby National Parks and State Forests, or bird watching in the Bermagui Wetlands Flora and Fauna Reserve.There's great mountain bike trails, or enjoy a leisurely cycle around town.Have a game of golf at the Bermagui Country Club's beautiful 18-hole golf course, try not to get too distracted by the views!Every March, the Bermagui community kicks up its heels and celebrates at the annual Bermagui Seaside Fair.
Visit Australia's only seaside GoldfieldA tour of the Montreal goldfield near Bermagui is a unique experience for all ages. The tour includes a walk through the beautiful Australian bush on boardwalks and pathways where you can look down old mining shafts in safety and gain a special insight into the days of mining long ago.A community project has preserved this intact 1880s heritage site for everyone to enjoy. It includes static displays of machinery and mining tools.A great Heritage Centre set in a native garden has a fabulous display
of interpretative panels along one wall, and a film is available to tell the Montreal story for those unable to walk the walk along the Goldfield trail.And the Bermagui mystery that started at Montreal is unsolved to this day.So, try your luck. Step back in time and re-live life in the 1880s on the guided tour run daily at 2pm. Entry to the site is by guided tour only. For further information phone 6493 3054 or visit the website at www.montrealgoldfield.org.auAdmission to the Goldfield is $5pp or $20 for a family. Groups - Bookings essential
1800 645 808 6493 3054
“A unique experience”Admittance by guided tour only
Tours daily at 2pm - $5pp - 1¼ hrs
Montreal Goldfield at Bermagui
VISITOR INFORMATION CENTREBermagui Information CentreBunga Street, Bermagui Ph: 02 6493 3054 Open 7 days 10am - 4pm
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M o n t h l y M a r ke t s G u i d eNethercote Nethercote Seasonal Produce Market Saturday 26th July 8am – 12pm Nethercote Community Hall and gardens, cnr Back Creek & Nethercote Rds
Pambula 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.
MerimbulaMerimbula Seaside Market & Fair 3rd Sunday of month from 8.30am - 12.30pm, Ford Oval.
Merimbula RFS Market Thursday 3rd, Friday 4th, 9am – 3pm at Twyford Hall.
CandeloCandelo Market 1st Sunday of each month from 8.30am - 12.30pm. Candelo Oval & Town Hall.
BegaSCPA Markets in Bega Friday 4th, Friday 18th, 8am - 1pm. Littleton Gardens, Bega.
WyndhamWyndham All Weather Market 4th Sunday of month from 8.30am - 12.30pm at Wyndham Hall. (OPEN IN ALL WEATHER)
BermaguiBermagui Hand & Homemade Market Last Sunday of month, 8.30am - 12.30pm, Dickinson Park.
Cobargo Cobargo Laneway Markets Every Saturday from 9am - 1pm. Car boot sale first Sat each month. Book stalls on 64936817 or 0428696623
TilbaTilba Market Home grown, hand made every Saturday, 8am - 12noonTilba Hall, contact 4473 7231
NaroomaNarooma Rotary Markets 4th Sunday of month NATA Oval, Princes Highway.
MoruyaMoruya Country Market Riverside Park, cnr Shore St and Ford St 8am - 1pm every Saturday morning.
Malua Bay Quota Seaside Market 1st Saturday February, April & June. At Malua Bay Beach Reserve, Malua Bay.
Batemans BayBatemans Bay Coastal Patrol Market 1st Sunday of month, Corrigans Park, Batehaven, 9am-1pm.
Batemans Bay High School 3rd Sunday of month.
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Central Tilba and Tilba Tilba lie on the slopes of Gulaga, a place of great spiritual significance to people from the Yuin nation. Named Mt. Dromedary by Captain Cook in 1770, gold was discovered on the lower slopes of Gulaga in the 1860s. Many of Tilba’s buildings were constructed in the late 1880s when the gold boom was at its peak. The entire village of Central Tilba was classified by the National Trust in 1974 in recognition of its historical significance. The village has become a centre for crafts people and artisans, as well as the famous Bates General Store and ABC Cheese Factory, located on Central Tilba’s main street.
Central Tilba Farm Cabins(02) 4473 7353
Gulaga Gallery(02) 4473 7233Gulaga Gallery(02) 4473 7233
ABC Cheese Factory(02) 4473 7387
Tilba Leather(02) 4473 7360
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Affordable Holiday to the South Coast near Bermagui. Sleeps 6 people, self contained,
linen available, pets welcome.
Imagine being lulled to sleep by the distant sound of the rolling waves of the sea, waking up to the sounds of the native
birds welcoming a new day. $660 per week during off-seasonwww.tilbawaterfrontcottages.com [email protected]
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Tilba Waterfront CottagesSituated on the shores of tranquil Wallaga Lake, Tilba Waterfront Cottages are a destination in their own right, with fantastic scenery, abundant native fauna, and a boat ramp almost at the front door.
There are 4 fully self-contained cottages that sleep up to six people. Each cottage comes fully supplied with everything you need, including colour TV and video, fully-equipped kitchen, washing machine, bath room with hip bath and shower, right down to washing powder and clothes pegs.
Set on 200 acres, there are plenty of farm trails and rainforest walks for bush-walking.
Tilba Waterfront Cottages make an excellent destination for a family get-together, with plenty of space and things to do for children.
An added bonus is that small pets are very welcome at the Tilba Waterfront Cottages, so there's no need to board out pets whilst enjoying a relaxing getaway.
Historic Central Tilba and Tilba Tilba villages are a short drive away, and have lots of fabulous shops and cafes.
For more information, phone: 4473 7322 or mobile: 0427 737 322. Email [email protected] or visit the website at tilbawaterfrontcottages.com
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VISITOR INFORMATION CENTREPrinces Highway, Narooma 4476 2881 Open: Off Peak 9am - 4pm, 7 daysPeak 9am - 5pm, 7 days
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What 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 look out for the magnificent stingrays
Stroll around town and check out the cafes
Enjoy a round of golf at the spectacular Narooma Golf Club
Narooma is one of the most scenic towns on the Far South Coast, sitting between the ocean and the startling blue-green waters of Wagonga Inlet.
Tucked between the coastal ranges and the ocean, Narooma is the perfect place for a relaxed coastal holiday.
The town manages to retain a 1950s fishing village vibe but modernised, with great shops, cafes and restaurants. It's a fantastic place for families, with a beach that's patrolled in summer, bike tracks and lots of waterways to explore or fish in.
With a choice of flat stretches or hills, there are lots of places to walk around town and take in the spectacular views over the Inlet, the mountains and the ocean.
Narooma has some easy cycling tracks, as well as being a great base for serious riders who are happy tackling rides 50km or longer.
Montague Island is located just offshore from Narooma and is a truly unique spot to visit. Twice voted as Tourism Australia’s top eco-tourism destination, you can take a National Parks & Wildlife Service tour of the island covering its heritage-listed buildings, wildlife and history, or stay for a few nights in one of the Lighthouse Keeper's cottages.
The island is home to the largest fur seal colony on the NSW coast, as well as being a breeding ground for 12,000 little penguins who come ashore at dusk after feeding at sea.
There are several charter boats to take you out to Montague Island, as well as fishing charter operators if you're into game fishing.
If you're looking for more leisurely pursuits, there are plenty of great cafes and restaurants to try, as well as shops to explore.
Narooma New & UsedWE BUY, SELL & TRADE • Second hand books • Quality Furniture & Bedding • Computer Desks & Chairs • Filing Cabinets & Bookcases • Bric-a-Brac • Local Removals
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Visit National Parks• Coast & forest campsites, walks and drives• Accommodation and tours at Green Cape Lightstation• Summer & Easter Discovery Program• Award winning Montague Island Tours
For information and advice contact NPWS Merimbula 6495 5000 or Narooma 4476 0800
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Amooran Oceanside Apartments and Motel has the perfect location in Narooma, off the highway and only a short walk to town, restaurants and the beach. The views across the Narooma Golf Course to Montague Island and to Glasshouse Rocks are truly breathtaking. Guests can enjoy a sunrise over the ocean, watch the golfers on Narooma’s incredible golf course and maybe spot a humpback or southern right whale migrating in spring from their room or balcony. There is a variety of modern and tastefully appointed accommodation:
studio, spa, family and deluxe rooms and larger apartments, all equipped with cooking facilities, reverse cycle air conditioning, Foxtel and WiFi. Amooran has a spacious barbeque area and a pool that is heated September through until May. This landscaped facility provides families or larger groups with a great outdoor recreation and function area. The Montague Room is a fully equipped conference room, perfect for a small corporate meeting or training seminar but also available for a buffet breakfast for groups. Packages are available and groups well
catered for - golfing groups find the facilities and location ideal. Amooran is the ideal getaway to relax and explore the beauty of Narooma and the surrounding district.
Amooran - the perfect base for an ideal getaway
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Bushwalking in National ParksSpend an hour, a day or more walking in the National Parks and reserves of the Region. The walks featured here are some of the more popular ones, but there are many short and medium distance walks available at almost all destinations within National Parks in the region. Ask at a NPWS office or local tourist information centre about others.Please note that for all these walks, strong footwear should be worn, carry food and water, and take clothing suitable for changing weather conditions.
1. The Big Hole/Marble Arch Deua National Park 4km return Approx. 1.5 hours Big Hole 13km return Approx. 5.5 hours Marble ArchThe north-western section of Deua National Park is a karst or limestone layer containing 400 million year old cave systems. The Big Hole and Marble Arch are two fascinating features which can be seen without going underground. Please note that permission is required to enter some caves. The walk starts from Berlang Camping Area, 45 minutes drive south of Braidwood along the Krawarree Road. After fording the knee-deep Shoalhaven River, an easy walk leads to a viewing platform from where the remarkable Big Hole, a chasm some 96 metres deep and 50 metres wide, can be safely viewed. The resident lyrebird may appear in the early morning or late afternoon when it comes out to feed. The track to Marble Arch continues from below the viewing platform. From the base of the hill the track is gently undulating until the very steep 150 metre descent into the Marble Arch. Wide bands of marble can be seen in the walls of the canyon and cavern roof and beautiful ferns cling to the lower sides of the canyon.Please note: The Shoalhaven River may become impassable after heavy rain. Do not enter the Marble Arch if Reedy Creek has risen or there are storms in the area.
2. Cascades Walk Wadbilliga National Park 3km return Approx. 2 hours
This easy walk begins from the Cascades Camping Area off Badja Forest Road near Countegany, east of Cooma. Follow the track through granite outcrops and forest rich with arboreal mammals to a viewing platform overlooking Tuross Falls and the spectacular gorge.
3. Kangarutha Walking Track Bournda National Park 9km one way Approx. 5 hoursStart this walk from Kianinny Bay via Tathra in the north or from Turingal Head via Wallagoot Lake Boat Club in the south. Rugged coastline, sandy and pebbly beaches and spectacular cliffs are features of this walk. The coastal heathland, dominated by dwarf oaks, Allocasuarina paludosa, is a haven in winter and spring for nectar-feeding birds like the eastern spinebill. At Boulder Bay, a fragile and uncommon remnant rainforest lies unusually close to the sea. Camping is available at Hobart Beach on the southern side of Wallagoot Lake. Park use fees apply.
4. Light to Light Walk Ben Boyd National Park 31km one way Approx. 3 days
This newly constructed walk connects Boyd’s Tower to Green Cape Lightstation, about 40km by road south of Eden. This magnificent coastal walk can be done over a couple of days or in easy half day sections. Spectacular ocean views, red rock platforms, long sandy beaches and a surprising array of different coastal landscapes, plant communities and animal habitats are found on this walk. Humpback whales and perhaps southern right whales may be seen on their southern migration during the spring months. A detailed walk brochure is available at the NPWS office in Merimbula. Camping is available along the way or stay in comfort in the renovated Green Cape Lightkeepers Cottages. Park use fees apply.
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VISITOR INFORMATION SERVICEMoruya Library, Vulcan St Moruya44741333 Open Monday to Friday 10am - 5pm, Saturday 9:30am - 12pm
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Visit our ‘coastal living boutique’ for our eclectic range of clothing, handbags, accessories, unique gifts and coastal decorator items To Di For.Also exhibiting Martina Penning paintings.Unique coastal decor and fashion for you and your home.
Shop 1/64 Vulcan St. MoruyaPh 4474 2422
What to See & Do Stroll or ride your bike through
Moruya's Riverside Park
Indulge in some retail therapy in Moruya's many specialty shops
Take a drive alongside the beautiful Moruya River
Head south and visit Bodalla's historic All Saints Church
Hyde Park.
The first bridge across the Moruya River was erected in 1876, although frequent flooding meant new bridges had to be erected in 1900 and 1945 and, most recently, in 1966.
World War 11 must have seemed a long way from Moruya to begin with, but as the war progressed, it had a direct impact on the town. The Moruya aerodrome became an advanced operational base, and in 1942 a trawler was attacked by the Japanese offshore between Moruya and Batemans Bay. On 25 December 1944 the US liberty ship SS Robert J. Walker was torpedoed off Moruya by the German submarine U-862. It sank the next day between Moruya and Bega, with 2 people dying and 67 survivors.
These days, Moruya is known for its beautifully preserved heritage buildings and streetscapes, as well as the large, intricately carved wooden
poles that are dotted along the footpath of the main street.
Fantastic cafes, restaurants and pubs can also be found in this bustling little country town that has lots to offer.
Traditionally home to two indigenous tribes, the Walbanga and the Brinja-Yuin, the name Moruya is derived from the word, mherroyah, meaning "home of the black swan". Black swans still feature in Moruya, frequently seen in the lakes and rivers around town.
European settlement began in the 1820s, with the township gazetted in 1851.
Moruya's granite quarries were famous for supplying the rock used in the piers of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. From 1925 to 1932, the Harbour Bridge works saw 250 stonemasons employed and relocated to Moruya by the contractor to produce 18,000 cubic metres of dimension stone for the bridge pylons, 173,000 blocks, and 200,000 yards of crushed stone that was used as aggregate for concrete.
Moruya granite was also used for Sydney’s Post Office, the Bank of NSW, the Cenotaph in Martin Place and the base of the Captain Cook statue in
Visit National Parks• Coast & forest campsites, walks and drives• Accommodation and tours at Green Cape Lightstation• Summer & Easter Discovery Program• Award winning Montague Island Tours
For information and advice contact NPWS Merimbula 6495 5000 or Narooma 4476 0800
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The township of Mogo was born when gold was discovered in the early 1850s at Cabbage Tree Creek. Estimates of the number of diggers who converged on the town range from a conservative 200 to an unlikely 20,000.
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 Rsuh Colony, formerly known as Old Mogo Town, is a great place to step back in time.
After taking out the award for Cultural and Heritage Tourism at the South Coast Regional Tourism Awards in 2008, 2009 and 2010, in 2011 the Original Gold Rush Colony won the Heritage and Cultural Tourism - Hall of Fame award.
Mogo is now famous for its great range of specialty stores, housed in replica nineteenth century timber buildings.
There are potteries, galleries, antique stores, bookshop and coffee shops, many of which specialise in unusual and interesting items. Mogo is the perfect place to spend time browsing for something a little bit different.
Also in Mogo is the internationally recognised Mogo Zoo. Providing world standard facilities for over 200 animals of more than 39 rare and exotic species, Mogo Zoo is committed to the survival of endangered species, including the rare white lions of ‘Timbavati’.Mogo Zoo won the Tourist Attraction category and the People's Choice Award at the 2012 South Coast Regional Tourism Awards.
Congratulations to the Original Gold Rush Colony and Mogo Zoo on their recent awards - they certainly did Mogo proud.
What to See & Do Step back in time and pan for gold
at the Gold Rush Colony
Go mountain-biking on the trails in nearby State Forests
Take a stroll around town and explore the interesting shops
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Amanda’s of Mogo Extensive range of art & craft supplies including:
♦ Canvasses ♦ Art Materials ♦ Stamping ♦ Papercraft
♦ Scrapbooking ♦ Cardmaking ♦ Precious Metal Clay
Workshops for all levels in card-making, scrapbooking &
PMC (silver) jewellery.
Phone/Fax: 4474 3453
41 Princes Highway, Mogo NSW 2536
Open 7 days 9am - 5pm
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Mogo Orchid & Fern NurseryGreenhouse of Australian Native Orchids & Ferns. Specialise in Australian cool climate native orchids. Materials for re-potting & mounting. Wall Décor, Designer pots. Nursery with a difference.
Clocktower ArcadeSix fabulous shops to keep you occupied.46 Sydney St Mogo 4474 2288
Clocktower Arcade
Mogo BookstoreWe 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
Shop 2, ClockTower Arcade, Mogo. 4474 3524
The Old Dairy Country Crafts♦ Shabby Chic ♦ Dolls and Bears ♦ Home Embellishments ♦ Gifts
♦ Cow Ceramics
The Original Gold Rush ColonyThe Original Gold Rush Colony at Mogo is located in a natural bush setting on 4.5ha, great place to step back in time reliving Australia’s Pioneering Era. Guided tours run four times each day, and you can pan for real Gold.The Original Gold Rush Colony has taken out the award in Heritage and Cultural Tourism at the South Coast Tourism awards in 2008, 2009 and 2010. In 2013 the Original Gold Rush Colony won the Heritage and Cultural Tourism Hall of Fame. Within the Gold Rush Colony is the fantastic Mogo Maze, which is suitable for all ages and has proven very popular with everyone since it opened.Younger children can see other people moving through the gaps in the palisade timber fencing. They can also reach the raised platform in the centre and look out over the top of the maze to the outside world.
The Mogo Maze has a Eureka theme, and has the Eureka flag hanging on the sailing mast at the entrance, and above, the magnificent mural painted by talented staff member Trevor Hyde.Guests can choose to run the maze on its own or take up the challenge of the Eureka Theme Crossword Puzzle. Questions are scattered throughout the maze, with cryptic clues to help solve the answers . Once completed, guests return their crosswords to reception to collect a prize.At the Original Gold Rush Colony it is possible to purchase tickets to the maze without paying to go into the Gold Rush Theme Park. Within the park, you can take a tour, pan for gold, or play mini-golf. Overnight guests receive free entry into the Gold Rush Theme Park, and all paying guests to the Theme Park may purchase discounted tickets for the maze and train. For more information, visit www.goldrushcolony.com.au
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What's On - July & AugustCheck page 15 for this month's Live Entertainment
Until 22nd Feb 2015 - JR Logan Killer Whale Museum, Eden
30th May - 5th July - Festival of the Face, Bega
11th July to 16th Aug - Gifted, Exhibition from the Shirley Hannan Collection, BVRG Bega
1st - 31st August - Fireside Festival, Canberra Region
March - 22nd Feb 2015 - JR Logan - Community & Nation, Eden Killer Whale MuseumA fascinating exhibition that delves into the life of J R Logan, one of Eden's great champions. He established the town's first electricity plant a century ago, and is considered by some as the father of the Snowy Hydro-Electric Scheme. He also ensured that the skeleton of Old Tom, a popular feature at the Eden Killer Whale Museum today, was preserved, and secured a permanent home for it. More information is on page 6, or go to www.killerwhalemuseum.com.au
30th May - 5th July - Festival of the Face, Bega Valley Regional GalleryBased around the Shirley Hannan National Portrait Award, Australia's third richest portraiture award, Festival of the Face is a celebration of portraiture in all its forms. Events include pop-up galleries, ShopFaceArt in Bega shop windows, photography and more. Details at begachamber.com.au
11 July - 16 August - Gifted The Bega Valley Regional Gallery celebrates the Hannan family’s generous gift of the Shirley Hannan Collection to the people of the Bega Valley Shire. Following closely on the heels of the Shirley Hannan National Portrait Award 2014, this exhibition pays homage to the woman whose generosity of both spirit and patronage continues to enrich the arts in the Bega region.
15 - 17 August - Sapphire Coast Orchid Club Winter Orchid Show, Twyford Hall, MerimbulaThe Sapphire Coast Orchid Club's Winter Show is a spectacular orchid show attracting growers from all over the south coast vying for coveted awards. Cymbidium orchids are at their best at this time of the year, and visitors can see spectacular blooms on show. Along with the rapidly expanding Australian native orchid section, there are many other exotic varieties of orchids on show.
1st - 31st August - Fireside Festival, CanberraOne of the Canberra region’s most popular winter events, the Fireside Festival embraces winter and all that this season has to offer.During August, The Poacher’s Way venues have the fires roaring and invite you to enjoy the finest regional fare on show with degustation dinners, featuring the region’s truffles, as well as special wine tasting events, exhibitions and live music. Details at www.thepoachersway.com.au/fireside-festival/
30th - 31st August, South Coast Nationals, Moruya High School Moruya The South Coast Nationals is a major event attracting over 300 vehicles and thousands of spectators from across Australia. This unique event offers entrants and spectators a safe, secure, and fun weekend. With amusements for the kids and millions of dollars worth of cars, bikes and trucks on show, the whole family can enjoy this exciting event. See a variety of vehicles including the high powered street machines, hot rods, vintage and classic cars, custom cars and bikes and enjoy events such as the Street Cruise, Show n Shine, Car Audio Sound-Off and much more.Phone 4474 3761 or 0419 845 890 [email protected] or www.southcoastnats.bravehost.com
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UNIQUE WATERFRONT HOLIDAY TOWNHOUSES
100 metres to Batemans Bay town centre
Clyde River Motor Inn Bookings 4472 6444
What to See & Do Explore the Clyde River by boat,
houseboat or kayak
Book a fishing charter for a deep-sea fishing experience
Visit the Budawang National Park to experience the spectacular escarpment or the Murramarang National Park with its coastal forests
Visit the Old Courthouse Museum
Enjoy a coffee or a meal at one of the cafés and restaurants on the bank of the Clyde River.
Drive south and explore Malua Bay, Mossy Point and Tomakin.
VISITOR INFORMATION CENTREPrinces Hwy, Batemans Bay Ph: 1800 802 528 [email protected]
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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 town is accessed from the north
by its famous lifting span bridge, the oldest of its type in Australia.
Now a thriving regional centre and major tourist destination, people come to Batemans Bay from all over Australia for its natural beauty.
Situated on the banks of the magnificent Clyde River, water is deeply ingrained in the culture of ‘the Bay’. Swimming, boating, fishing, kayaking, surfing and diving are all within easy reach of town.
The Batemans Marine Park ensures that the coastal environment is protected for future generations.
Hire a boat, kayak or a houseboat to explore the spectacular upper reaches of the Clyde River.
Batemans Bay is a great destination for families, with its array of outdoor activities and attractions such as mini-golf, a cinema, animal park, tennis and a carnival in summer.
‘Where Your Stories Live’ 10-3pm Tue/Wed/Thurs
and the 2nd Sunday 10-1pm or by appt 4472 8993
Opposite Community Centrewww.oldcourthousemuseum.com
No visit complete without calling in to our pre-loved
Book Emporium!
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Unique waterfront holiday townhouses It's hard to beat the location of Bluedock Townhouses. Situated on the Clyde River, yet only a two minute scenic walk takes you to the town centre of Batemans Bay.The new foreshore parkland and boat ramp provide for ample activity for the family's enjoyment, whilst the private jetty at the rear of the complex is ideal for a kayak, fishing or to enjoy a picnic on the grassed area. On those hot summer days you may wish to enjoy the swimming pool located in the centre of the complex. Bluedock Townhouses consists of 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. All have been tastefully renovated and feature full kitchen and laundry facilities, large flat-screen TV, air conditioning and
barbeques. Each has its own single or double garage. All linen is provided.If you're wanting some peace and serenity, the apartments at the rear are for you, with the odd oyster farmer silently coming past on his barge or the sound of the bird life in the mangroves. The apartments at the front are for those who love to be part of the hive of activity which makes Batemans Bay so popular with water lovers and holiday makers.To accommodate your needs, Bluedock is able to provide overnight stays through to weekly and longer term, offering reasonable discounts for extended stays. For more information, phone 02 4472 6444.
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Half Day & Full Day Tours Available
Includes lighthouse climb.
6495 1074
Gabo Island Tours&
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beach patrol flights!
Join us on our low level
Morning and afternoon flights covering Merimbula, Pambula, Eden and Tathra beachesBookings essential on 6495 1074$150pp (45 min duration approx)Run in conjunction with local Surf Life Saving
Heli-Flights(Seasonal only)
Mallacoota & Gabo Island Lighthouse Tours
MERIMBULA’S FAMILY FUN PARK
Triassic Park Walk . Toboggan Run . Toddler Town CarsRollercoaster . Grand Prix Cars
Kiddie Splash Pool . WaterslidesMagic Carpet Slide . Mini Golf
Take Away Food, BBQ & Picnic FacilitiesAnnual Passes . Half price returns.
(02) 6495 2299www.magicmountain.net.au
Skydiving(Seasonal only)
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