Eurobodalla Shire Council has set a contract for drainage works despite protests from Moruya Mullenderee Flats farmers. The scheme includes rock protection on the riverbanks, a small levy bank at Malabar Lagoon with associated flood gates, new drainage channels and improvements to existing drainage. The farmers want written assurances that Malabar Weir would not be removed as it prevents the salt water from moving further up the river. If the weir was removed it would ruin farming land in the area.
At the upcoming Bateman’s Bay Lions Club changeover dinner President Tony Parnell will hand over to President Elect Terry Smith. Other incoming officers include: Vice-presidents – Ted Heywood, Lindsay Bond and Jim Catto; Secretary – Dave Short; Treasurer – Kevin Blanch; Lion Tamer – Norm Whyburn; Tail Twister – Lance Smith.
The Scripture Union has officially opened a new conference centre at the Bateman’s Bay. The centre, Kooringa Park, is at Casey’s Beach, just across the road from the beach. It can accommodate up to 80 people in bedrooms in a two-storey dormitory block. In most cases, each bedroom has five double bunks. Users have to bring their own linen. There is a well-equipped kitchen as well as a catering service to choose from.
The land, and the original building, were donated by Mrs Minnie Turner, who has continued looking after the property and gardens. The dormitory, kitchen, auditorium and superintendent’s cottage are additions. As well as being used for parties and holiday camps, Kooringa Park is available to school groups and for low-cost young travellers’ accommodation, when space is available. First superintendents are Ron and Lesley Trudgen. Capital cost of the project has been $61,400.
Some cases of ephemeral fever – three-day sickness – have been seen in cattle at Moruya, according to the Agriculture Department’s Vet, Mr. Tim Jessop. So far, he says, it hasn’t been reported further south. It’s caused by a virus and is probably spread by biting insects. The sickness causes lack of appetite, drop in milk production and lameness. The only hope in stopping the sickness is in the production of a vaccine.
Bega football team took a tumble at Bega on Sunday, when the Moruya visitors sprung a surprise 11 to 7 win. At half time Moruya led by 5 points to 4. The Moruya defence was outstanding. Peter Hazelton, A. Weyman and G. Simpson scored tries for Moruya and J. Jackson kicked a goal. Bega’s points came from a try by K. Apps, and two goals by R. Aldridge. Best players for Moruya were Doug O’Connor and Ack Weyman.
MORUYA THEATRE. Friday 7.30 pm – LADY AND THE TRAMP (G), plus RIDE A NORTHBOUND HORSE. Saturday – THE BEST OF BENNY HILL (NRC), plus STEPTOE & SON.
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