Merimbula News Weekly
Tuesday, 7 May 2024
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'Only waste if you waste it': Merimbula ocean outfall debate reignited
The current outfall pipe midway between Merimbula and Pambula. Picture supplied
Ben Smyth
Telstra extends 3G closure deadline to August 31
Telstra has extended the deadline for its 3G network shutdown to August 31. Picture supplied
20m ago
Narooma Oyster Festival delivers oysters with a side of fun
Victoria Silk
Oysters with a chance of beer - Amy Dean, Lauren Hargreaves, Jen Pearson, Lou Brooks and Libby Gerner in their fit for purpose T-shirts. Picture by Vic Silk.
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'Epic' dolphin encounter by South Coast adventurer
Ben Smyth
Moruya's Dave Boyes recently returned from a two-year adventure with friends sailing the east coast of Australia. Pictures supplied
Property
Rates on hold: here's what you need to know about it if you have a mortgage
Jen Melocco • 33m ago
The RBA governor Michele Bullock announced that the cash rate has been held in May.. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
Watch
Victorian Treasurer's budget speech interrupted by protestors
Anna Houlahan • 59m ago
Parliament of Victoria interrupted by alleged pro-Palestine supporters during Tim Pallas' budget speech. Picture Parliament of Victoria
Updated
Pleas entered by accused mushroom cook killer
Anna Houlahan
Erin Patterson faces media in August 2023 (main image) with Don and Gail Patterson (top left) and Heather and Ian Wilkinson (bottom left). Pictures ACA/supplied/Facebook
McBride's theft of 207 classified files 'dangerous': prosecutor
Hannah Neale
David McBride speaks to media outside court on Monday. Picture by Hannah Neale
TAFE Bega launches aged care vocational course for high school students
Preparing to start their work placement as part of a TAFE NSW school-based apprenticeship are Eden Marine High School students Astrid Keaney (far left) with mum Deb Keaney, and Imogen Osten (far right), with mum Regina Osten. The students are meeting with RSL Lifecare Hugh Cunningham Gardens manager Kim Towner (centre).
Staff Reporters
Kids Health Crisis
'Not fit for purpose': Doctor of the year calls for rural health overhaul
Ben Carr
Dr Corin Miller with her husband Trevor after receiving the 2023 award for rural and remote health professional of the year. Picture supplied
Watch
Shucking for gold, glory and a trip to Galway
Straight to the pool room - Champions Sue McIntyre and Gerard Doody Dennis. Picture by Vic Silk
Victoria Silk
Before Meta blocks news in your feed, here's how you can support journalism
Acm Newsroom
The editors of ACM's 14 daily newspapers have appealed to their thousands of social media followers to show their support for local journalism as Mark Zuckerberg's Meta devalues trusted news on its Facebook and Instagram platforms.
Could Jill be the world's biggest oyster right now?
Victoria Silk
Riding high, Jill with her fellow competitors in Australia's Biggest Oyster competition. Picture by Vic Silk.
Body of missing Cooma man found after six-day search
Ben Smyth
It's believed a body found on farmland south of Cooma is that of missing man John Locker. Picture supplied by NSW Police
Family's heartfelt plea as search for Cooma 77yo enters fifth day
John Locker has been missing since Monday, April 29. Picture NSW Police
Staff Reporters
Our Business
Bega's multicultural grocer to close as owner prioritises bakeries, family
James Parker
Ramesh Adhikari, owner of Raymond Grocery Store and Inthemix Bakery and Cafes in both Merimbula and Bega. Picture by James Parker
Easy way to check if your phone will stop working when 3G network switches off
Mobile phone customers are urged to check if their device is compatible with modern networks ahead of the June 30 closure of Telstra's 3G network. File picture
Ben Smyth
What's on
Your Never-Ending Guide to What's On in the Bega District
Art in the Garage artist Miriam Kydd is among the Tulgeen clients exhibiting their colourful works at Spiral Gallery until May 15.
Our People
Spoon carving, glass bead making, leather work and Vikings at artisan event
James Parker
Artisan woodcarver and workshop teacher Polly Boyer laughing and pretending he's lost fingers alongside student Jennine Martin. Picture by James Parker
The greatest musical chameleons in the industry tour Far South Coast
Victoria Silk
All the vocalists on show. Picture supplied.
Smoke alert for Forestry burn at Nullica
Forestry Corporation will begin a staged hazard reduction burn in the Nullica State Forest on Friday May 3. Picture supplied
Staff Reporters
Renewed appeal for public help with missing Cooma man
Staff Reporters
John Locker was last seen in Cooma on Monday, April 29, and is believed to be with his dog Sophie. Pictures supplied by NSW Police

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Telstra extends 3G closure deadline to August 31
20m ago
Telstra has extended the deadline for its 3G network shutdown to August 31. Picture supplied
High steaks: PM launches drought fund at Beef Week
Andrew Brown • 21m ago
An extra $519 million will be added to the Commonwealth's future drought fund. (David Mariuz/AAP PHOTOS)
Opioid treatment drug offers hope for long COVID cases
Savannah Meacham • 23m ago
Prof Sonya Marshall-Gradisnik (right) is looking to a opioid treatment to help long COVID sufferers. (Supplied by Griffith University/AAP PHOTOS)
Interest rates kept on hold despite inflation worries
Poppy Johnston • 34m ago
The Reserve Bank has decided to keep interest rates on hold. (AP PHOTO)
MONA's exclusive Ladies Lounge to close - for now
Matt Maloney • 36m ago
The Ladies Lounge was developed in 2020 and was the subject of an anti-discrimination complaint by an interstate tourist.
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National
Cash rate on hold at 4.35 per cent
Breaking
Reserve Bank of Australia governor Michele Bullock. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Brittney Levinson • 45m ago
Almost half a million raised as tributes flow for brothers slain in Mexico
Anna Houlahan • 1hr ago
Jake and Callum Robinson (from left to right) with Jack Carter Rhoad and his partner Natalie. Picture Instagram/GoFundMe
Updated
Two boys expelled after 'cruel' rating of students' looks
Carla Mascarenhas
Entrance to Yarra Valley Grammar School in Ringwood, Victoria. Picture via Google Streetview
MONA's exclusive Ladies Lounge to close - for now
Matt Maloney • 36m ago
The Ladies Lounge was developed in 2020 and was the subject of an anti-discrimination complaint by an interstate tourist.
Police appeal for help identifying nine men after Wakeley riot
Carla Mascarenhas
Some of the men police are seeking to identify as part of Strike Force Dribs investigating the Wakeley riot on April 15. Pictures supplied by NSW Police
Sport
Appleby denied as weather washes out final round
Stuart Appleby, of Australia, was a shot behind the leader when poor conditions prevented play. (AP PHOTO)
Pogacar quickly gets to grips with his Italian job
Tadej Pogacar celebrates after crossing the finish line to win the second stage of the Giro. (EPA PHOTO)
Bulldogs tear into Blue Heelers on first grade road trip
Ben Smyth
Eden v Bega during the recent Anzac Day round. While Eden had a bye this weekend, the Roosters hosted Tathra. Picture by Razorback Sports Photography.
WA's Erceg suffers heartbreaking loss in UFC title bout
Justin Chadwick
Steve Erceg lost no admirers in a torried fight with Alexandre Pantoja in Rio. (HANDOUT/UFC)
Bengaluru's quick turn of pace keeps IPL hopes alive
Royal Challengers Bengaluru's Vijaykumar Vyshak celebrates the dismissal of Gujarat's Vijay Shankar. (AP PHOTO)
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Property
Rates on hold: here's what you need to know about it if you have a mortgage
Jen Melocco • 33m ago
The RBA governor Michele Bullock announced that the cash rate has been held in May.. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
Property
Has a developer come knocking? How to get the best deal for your home in rezoning
Martin Kelly
The key to homeowners maximising the financial opportunity presented by rezoning is partnering with neighbours. Pic: Shutterstock
Why the skyrocketing cost to build a new home is not coming down soon
Property
In the past two years, established house prices increased by 8 per cent while construction costs jumped 18.3 per cent. Pic: Shutterstock
Jemimah Clegg
Property
You'll want this historic penthouse, just for the amazing bedroom
Melissa Kehagias
The main bedroom suite is set within one of the building's iconic domes, with 7.5-metre-high ceilings. Pic: Supplied
Property
$200 million plus guide as Aussie John Symonds lists country's most expensive house
Jen Melocco
The home took eight years to complete and sits on the equivalent of four blocks of harbourside land. Pic: Supplied

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What's On
Your Never-Ending Guide to What's On in the Bega District
What's on
Art in the Garage artist Miriam Kydd is among the Tulgeen clients exhibiting their colourful works at Spiral Gallery until May 15.
Love leaves a permanent mark for author of The Tattooist Of Auschwitz
Josh Leeson
Anna Prchniak as Gita Fuhrmannova and Jonah Hauer-King as Lale Sokolov in The Tattooist of Auschwitz. Picture Stan
Our People
Australian shucking champions ready for Narooma Oyster Festival
James Parker
Gerard Doody Dennis and Sally McLean at Narooma Oyster Festival 2023. File picture
What's on
Special film screening and interview shines a spotlight on rural Australia
James Parker
Club Sapphire during the 2023 Christmas Carol event. Picture by James Parker
Our Business
Narooma Rocks wins excellence award ahead of their popular oyster festival
James Parker
Sally Webb from Sydney Seafood School Manager, MC Simon Marnie, Narooma Rocks general manager Carrie Taylor, Narooma Rocks marketing manager Sarah Chenhall and Narooma Rocks chair Cath Peachey. Picture supplied
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What does Mum really want for Mother's Day?
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Miranda Aitken
The highs and lows as you go top to tail
Emma Brown
Queenstown on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Picture Shutterstock
A veritable kaleidoscope of colours and experiences
Emma Brown
Colourful houses Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Picture Shutterstock
Emergency kits: What you need to include for different weather scenarios
Kate Miranda, NSW State Director at Australian Red Cross gives a welcome speech for the launch Help Nation EmergencyRedi™ workshop. Photo supplied.
How should I budget for my retirement?
Having the comfortable retirement you dream about takes some careful plannng to achieve. Picture Shutterstock

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Photos and Video
Telstra extends 3G closure deadline to August 31
Telstra has extended the deadline for its 3G network shutdown to August 31. Picture supplied
20m ago
MONA's exclusive Ladies Lounge to close - for now
Matt Maloney • 36m ago
The Ladies Lounge was developed in 2020 and was the subject of an anti-discrimination complaint by an interstate tourist.
Breaking
Cash rate on hold at 4.35 per cent
Brittney Levinson • 45m ago
Reserve Bank of Australia governor Michele Bullock. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Watch
Victorian Treasurer's budget speech interrupted by protestors
Anna Houlahan • 59m ago
Parliament of Victoria interrupted by alleged pro-Palestine supporters during Tim Pallas' budget speech. Picture Parliament of Victoria
Almost half a million raised as tributes flow for brothers slain in Mexico
Anna Houlahan • 1hr ago
Jake and Callum Robinson (from left to right) with Jack Carter Rhoad and his partner Natalie. Picture Instagram/GoFundMe
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This is the place with the best Korean fried chicken in Seoul
Hungry Traveller
This is the place with the best Korean fried chicken in Seoul
Kristie Kellahan • 15m ago
Travel review: I took a self-driving taxi in Los Angeles - here's how it went
Akash Arora
Self-driving Waymo cabs are freely roaming the streets of Los Angeles and San Francisco in California, and Phoenix in Arizona.
Forget Lisbon - this is the Portuguese destination you should be visiting
Kate Armstrong
Forget Lisbon - this is the Portuguese destination you should be visiting
What delivers a better Bali experience - staying in a villa or in a hotel?
Two Ways to Go
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Mal Chenu and Amy Cooper
Destination next: The Canadian hotspot that belongs on your bucket list
Sarah Maguire
Destination next: The Canadian hotspot that belongs on your bucket list
Visit a Canadian gem as part of a luxury cruise
Visit a Canadian gem as part of a luxury cruise
Which Louvre is better: The OG in Paris or the striking gem in Abu Dhabi?
Mark Dapin
Which Louvre is better: The OG in Paris or the striking gem in Abu Dhabi?
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Airline review: Is the new flight between Sydney and Busselton any good?
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Airline review: Is the new flight between Sydney and Busselton any good?

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Car Expert
Porsche Taycan recalled due to fire risk
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Porsche Taycan recalled due to fire risk
Jordan Mulach
Car Expert
2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class price and specs
William Stopford
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Renault Symbioz: New crossover slots in above Captur
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How AI is being used to commit car insurance fraud
Max Davies
How AI is being used to commit car insurance fraud
The Senior
Meet the US quiz master sending shockwaves through The Chase Australia
Brandon Blackwell, aka The Lightning Bolt. Picture supplied
Think you're smarter than The Lightning Bolt? Find out all about the new Chaser in Australia.
Therese Murray
Enduring Powers of Attorney review aims to reduce financial elder abuse
Proposed law changes to reduce financial elder abuse.
Eileen Wood
The Standing Council of Attorneys-General is looking into changes to financial Enduring Powers of Attorney. Picture Shutterstock
New swing suits veterans golfer Rita to a tee
Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
Rowan Cowley
Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied
The Land
Faces at Violet Hills Charolais sale | Photos
Elizabeth and Tim Trevor-Jones with their daughter Emma, 13, of Sodwalls.
Andrew Norris • 2hrs ago
NSW stud takes out Red Poll double at Beef
Quirindi's Omega 3 Red Poll stud has been commended for its champion display.
Ashley Walmsley • 2hrs ago
Associate judge Belinda Webber, Pittsworth, Qld, handler James Thurley, Hobbs Livestock, Molong, holding the grand champion Red Poll female, Omega 3 Gigi, alongside judge Graham Brown, Windera, Qld. Picture by Ashley Walmsley
'Absolute passion': Peak Hill desperately needs more day care
Sarah Falson
Sarah Thomas, owner of Peak Hill's Cabonne Family Day Care, with two of the children she has looked after. Picture supplied
Life & Style
The best way to move and manage the world's money
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The best way to move and manage the world's money
Noel Whittaker
A time-honoured decorating trend that doesn't have rules
According to Heather Nette King, rugs can be a real game changer with eclectic style, adding another layer of your personality to a room. Picture supplied.
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Questions to ask yourself when you are considering retirement
Noel Whittaker
Questions to ask yourself when you are considering retirement

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