Merimbula News Weekly
Sunday, 14 August
Analysis
Political point scoring will target RBA's credibility
Greens senator Nick McKim. Picture: Sitthixay Ditthavong
Gerard Cockburn
Watch
Leave little 'white' whale alone says National Parks
Image taken by Right Whale ID program volunteer drone operator Maree Jackson
Ben Smyth
Our People
Australia's oldest man turns 110 on Monday
Marion Williams
Australia's oldest man, Frank Mawer, will turn 110 on Monday, August 15 Photo: supplied
Wanderer Festival schedule released, while food lovers can also sing for joy
From the creators of The Lost Lands (pictured), the Wanderer Festival arrives on the Sapphire Coast in September. Photo: Supplied
Opinion
Rage against reason: Rippling effect of US decline leaves Australia exposed
Mark Kenny
Donald Trump. Picture: Getty Images
Marles urges for de-escalation in Taiwan
Andrew Brown
Richard Marles says the global community is hoping for a return to calm in the Taiwan Strait. (Jono Searle/AAP PHOTOS)
Profit season ramps up, all eyes on wages
All eyes will be on the release a key quarterly wages growth measure this week. (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)
Merimbula Chamber president challenges fine for parking in school no-stopping zone
Ellouise Bailey
Our People
South Coast surfer Freya Prumm's big break a fitting reward for persistence
Merimbula's Freya Prumm is crowned Australian surf champion at the open shortboard competition in North Haven Beach, south of Port Macquarie. Photo: Surfing Australia
Amandine Ahrens
What's on
From Drag Queens to Jim Morrison, check out what's happening around the Bega Valley
Prada Clutch is bring her fabulous drag show to Bega Civic Centre on August 19.
Photos
Seal v Octopus: Spectacular marine mealtime captured by Far South Coast photographer
An Australian fur seal tackling an octopus was a spectacular sight for whale watching cruise passengers on August 6. Photo: Sophia Quach
Amandine Ahrens
Merimbula in mourning after losing Chris Nicholls, a character 'larger than life'
Amandine Ahrens
SADLY MISSED: Tributes are flowing for Chris Nicholls, whose sudden death at the weekend was a shock to the Bega Valley community.
Home Truths
Short-term 'fixes' for Bega Valley Shire's homeless
Marion Williams
Social Justice Advocates of the Sapphire Coast placed 75 caravans on the fire grounds in the aftermath of the 2019/20 bushfires to help people get back on their property and give them dignity and hope. Photo: supplied
Good News
Live painters help raise thousands for Bega Valley cancer patients
Amandine Ahrens
Smiles all round at the live art fundraiser hosted at Wheelers. Left to right: MC Michelle Pettigrove, artists Ann and Glenn Morton, MC Frankie J Holden and highest bidders Carolyn and Michael Saukeld.
Home Truths
Bega Valley's homeless situation now 'catastrophic'
People living in caravans are just the tip of the iceberg of the Bega Valley's homeless, says Caroline Long of SEWACS Photo: Social Justice Advocates of the Sapphire Coast
Marion Williams
Opinion
Does living with COVID mean we've forgotten about the vulnerable?
Tom McGann
ACM South Coast journalist Tom McGann in his face mask. Photo: James Tugwell
Stage set for Theatre Twyford works to restart
Theatre Twyford is to have essential utilities connected in coming weeks. Photo: Supplied
Sapphire Coast Jazz Band to perform at Down South Jazz Club
Denise Dion
The Sapphire Coast Jazz Band.
Yarn bombing returns to Merimbula and Old School Museum
Denise Dion
The Yarn Bombing Festival returns to Merimbula in August.
Go digital to get your free tip vouchers
Waste vouchers can be used to drop off waste or pick up some FOGO compost.
Eden woman convicted, fined for driving with meth in her system
Ellouise Bailey
Three Merimbula bowlers to represent NSW against Queensland
Denise Dion
Reese Finn-Young who will represent NSW in the U18s in Brisbane.

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Free transport pledge for Vic health staff
Callum Godde • 25m ago
Matthew Guy says more than 260,000 health workers would be eligible for free travel under the plan. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
City2Surf returns after two-year hiatus
Phoebe Loomes and Callum Godde • 56m ago
About 60,000 people took part in the 50th edition of Sydney's City2Surf fun run on Sunday. (Steven Saphore/AAP PHOTOS)
Study confirms mRNA vax safe in pregnancy
Cassandra Morgan • 1hr ago
The study looked at pregnant women's reactions to mRNA vaccines after their second dose. (Tracey Nearmy/AAP PHOTOS)
New objective to make difference: Bowen
Andrew Brown • 1hr ago
Chris Bowen says the emissions reduction objective sends a clear message to energy companies. (James Gourley/AAP PHOTOS)
Salman Rushdie attacker pleads not guilty
Kanishka Singh and Nathan Layne • 2hrs ago
A man has pleaded not guilty to the attempted murder of author Salman Rushdie. (AP PHOTO)
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National
Pharmacists, GPs clash on COVID antivirals
Pharmacists want to be allowed to dispense COVID-19 antiviral treatments without a prescription. (Flavio Brancaleone/AAP PHOTOS)
John Kidman
Why Emma Thompson wants us to talk about sex
Karen Hardy
Emma Thompson and Daryl McCormack get to know each other in Good Luck to You, Leo Grande. Picture: Supplied
Digest
Over-the-counter antivirals divide doctors and pharmacists
Hannah Neale
Pharmacists are calling for COVID-19 antivirals to be sold over the counter. Picture: Shutterstock
Don't forget Aroma is brewing this weekend
FANCY A CUPPA: There will be something for everyone at this weekend's Aroma Coffee and Chocolate Festival.
Free transport pledge for Vic health staff
Callum Godde • 25m ago
Matthew Guy says more than 260,000 health workers would be eligible for free travel under the plan. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)
Sport
Lewy can play after Barca's sell-off works
On the eve of the season Barcelona signing Robert Lewandowski has finally been registered to play. (AP PHOTO)
Scot Ferguson cards 70 but retains lead
Jake McLeod shot 68 in the second round to move to even par in the World Invitational. (Albert Perez/AAP PHOTOS)
Our People
South Coast surfer Freya Prumm's big break a fitting reward for persistence
Amandine Ahrens
Merimbula's Freya Prumm is crowned Australian surf champion at the open shortboard competition in North Haven Beach, south of Port Macquarie. Photo: Surfing Australia
Merrily claims monthly medal with top putting
Tura Beach monthly medal winner Merrily Bell with vice-president Serena Garrett.
Efficient Magpies setting hot pace
Howard Kotton
HOT PIES: Nick Daicos is having a stellar debut season adding to Collingwood's on-field success which could see the Mapgies as a premiership contender. Picture: Getty Images
Heartbeat of Australia
Take control of social media, don't allow it to control you
Headspace CEO Jason Trethowan. Picture: Headspace
Jason Trethowan
How local news affects your wellbeing
Professor Sora Park
The good, bad, ugly sides of social media
Anita Beaumont
Healthy balance: Rupert Saunders, a psychologist and the national clinical adviser for headspace.
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Property of the Week
Water views all around
House of the Week
Which Far South Coast housing markets are softening?
Marion Williams
The coastal housing markets of Bermagui and Narooma are showing early signs of softening Photo: Julie Rutherford Real Estate

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What's On
DRINKS REVIEW: Mountain Goat Wheat beer, Mezcal Burrito, NON 1, Woodcutter Brown Ale
ABC's Here Out West: True canvas of Sydney's west
Jim Kellar
Crossing paths: Arka Das, as Robi, and Leah Vandenberg, as Ash, in Here Out West, on ABC TV on Sunday, August 14, at 8.30pm.
Watch
Enough baseball. Where are the TV shows about cricket with Boonie, AB?
B. R. Doherty
A League of their Own streams on Amazon Prime. Picture: Amazon Studios
What's on
From Drag Queens to Jim Morrison, check out what's happening around the Bega Valley
Prada Clutch is bring her fabulous drag show to Bega Civic Centre on August 19.
Waax freed from rock rules and burning their own trail
Josh Leeson
NEW LOOK: Brisbane rock band Waax incorporated a more melodic approach to their second album At Least I'm Free, which is released on Friday. Picture: Finnian Mullen
Recommended
Samsung has launched latest foldable technology in Galaxy Unpacked event
The highly anticipated Unpacked events showcase the best in Samsung innovation. Photo: Supplied.
Ash Lieberman
Samsung unveils newest Galaxy Z Series, including highly anticipated foldables
Ash Lieberman
Flip phones are back, but not as we've ever known them. Photo: Supplied
A 10-day floral extravaganza at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
A floral tribute to Frida Kahlo at FEMMES, Edinburgh, UK. Picture: Supplied
Remarkable women in bloom at the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney
A floral tribute to Elizabeth I at Fleurs de Villes, Covent Garden on display in London. Picture: Supplied
The stunning, natural beauty on New Zealand
Emma Brown
Top to tail: From Auckland on the North Island to Queenstown on the South Island, this rail and road tour has something for everyone.

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Photos and Video
Opinion
Rage against reason: Rippling effect of US decline leaves Australia exposed
Donald Trump. Picture: Getty Images
Mark Kenny
Review
Subtle, painstaking and precise
Cris Kennedy
A scene from The Conference. Picture: Supplied
Everybody's Oma: Emotional lockdown dementia journey captured on film
Jim Kellar
Capturing a journey: Jason van Genderen and his mum, Hendrika, featuring in Everybody's Oma, screening Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at Event Cinemas, Kotara.
Watch
Leave little 'white' whale alone says National Parks
Ben Smyth
Image taken by Right Whale ID program volunteer drone operator Maree Jackson
Two women with the 'wheelpower' to tackle cancer
FRIENDS: The aim is for Nina (right) to ride the final kilometre to complete the journey with Karen. Picture: Facebook.
Comment
LETTERS: Council's debt planning a worry
Border terrier Zak and 10-year old Oskar Feddersen won the Best Dog/Owner Costume Combination prize at the weekend's inaugural Narooma Winter Night Markets Festival.
Ben Smyth
Opinion
LETTERS: 35% rates hike proposal raises ire of Valley residents
Ben Smyth
Stock image
LETTERS: Loss of mobile service for more than a week
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Stories fromThe Senior
Book review: Backyard Buddies
Illustrator Andy Geppert
Therese Murray
Ex-soldiers 'overwhelmed' by compo process
Sam McKeith
The mother of a veteran says he was bullied, discharged, and failed by doctors before his suicide.
Watch those hovercraft fly, spin and thrill
John Piggott
HOVERNAUTS ARE GO: Competitors line up for a sprint event at Lake Bonney in 2019.
Stories fromThe Land
Eight-week challenge to tackle mental health
Fitness expert Kate Ivey.
Ptic heifer tops 2nd Oakey Creek Speckle Park sale
Simon Chamberlain
Denis and Louise Saint, Oakey Creek Speckle Parks, Manilla, their daughter Julie Abra and Elders auctioneer Lincoln McKinlay with the top-priced heifer that Celia McKay bought for $30,000.
Busy time, happy life for Murray Grey breeder
Denis Howard
Annika Collins with her husband, Dan, and two sons, with one of their Murray Grey bulls.
Life & Style
Pub classics keep diners coming back
The tender sirloin with pepper sauce and mash and (left) the radicchio and rocket salad with sherry vinaigrette
Ian Moore
Nourishment for your face and body
JUST A DROP: Oil is quite flexible in its use and something that can be added when needed. Photo: Ella Baché
Cure in sight for cats with rare and fatal coronavirus disease
Dr Anne Quain
Treatments are promising for feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), caused by cat-specific coronavirus.

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