Membership of Get to the Point Includes All Residents and Rate Payers of Greenwell Point and the Pyree Area. the Gazette Has Long Focused on the Point

Published by the Get to the Point Programme, Circulation 1000 Volume 111 September 2015

Happy Potters. Joan Rule and Dave Paull of Greenwell Point at Shoalhaven Potters , Pyree

Membership of Get to The Point includes all residents and rate payers of Greenwell Point and the Pyree area. The Gazette has long focused on The Point. To correct this situation The Gazette visited The Shoalhaven Potters at Pyree.

The Group moved to the old school house at Pyree in In 1973. On the day of the visit we found an enthusiastic and friendly group of people with ages ranging from middle age to 90 something. Joan Rule, a founder of the group is one of the oldest and still an active potter. On the day of our visit there were, perhaps surprisingly, only 3 residents of Greenwell Point—Joan Rule, Narelle Burman and Dave Paull. Surprising because the facilities are first class and a wonderful resource right on our doorstep. Members travel from as far afield as Berry and Vincentia to enjoy their craft. The studio is open every Monday from 9 am to 2 pm. Visitors and beginners are welcome. Anyone interested in learning the basic skills of pottery and working with clay may become a temporary member for 6 months to learn about pinch, slab, coil and press moulds, plus an introduction to wheel throwing and glazing. After the 6 weeks a temporary member can consider becoming a full member and have access to full facilities of the centre. Simply turn up on a Monday morning. Editor Greenwell Point Gazette - Volume 111 September 2015

Get to the Point Programme Inc Councillors Familiarity Tour 31st July 2015

GTTP A contingent of 13 Shoalhaven City Councillors & support staff visited Greenwell Point as part of touring President: many communities in the Shoalhaven to meet with Peter Talty 0414369256 community representatives. The Get To The Point (GTTP) representatives assisted to familiarize Council Treasurer: with the village & its needs in particular to view & dis- Ann Williamson 0406449512 cuss the following items.  The proposed site for the Greenwell point Men’s shed Committee & Web: behind the Rural Fire Service building on Greenwell point Road. Bob Williamson 0438268391  West Street Slipway which may be replaced by new slipway planned to be built at the Numbaa marina in Committee & Advertising the future. Grahame Ross 44470116  16 Adelaide Street Temporary Men’s shed location.  Adelaide street drainage design & costing (still not Public Officer: completed). Joe Franklin 44471336  Adelaide street fore shore kayak ramp still to be up- graded (quotes being reviewed.)  Fishing boat wharf pump out facility. Preliminary in- vestigation includes a floating facility on the council Vice President: Vacant part of the wharf & possible renewal of part of wharf.  Foreshore erosion & safety issues at War Memorial in Secretary: Vacant Anzac park.  Safer pedestrian access to Chemist in Terara Street. Community Meetings (has been approved).  Jervis & South street corner road breaking up.

GTTP meets on the 3rd Thursday each month at 7 PM NOTE:-This is not all the needs of our community but a

cross section of items nominated to the GTTP committee The next meeting will be at Shoalhaven Council’s Community Consultative Body 7 PM at the Community Hall 22 October (CCB ). Further details are on the CCB are on page 12.

Where guest speakers are arranged , readers, residents Do you have anything to be added to our village CCB & ratepayers will be notified in The Gazette, by email list for Council to consider that will improve the vil- & on notice boards. lage? Email [email protected] GTTP email address [email protected] COMMUNITY GROUPS GTTP web address If there are any omissions or mistakes in the following www.greenwellpoint.info list please advise the Gazette. Postal address PO Box 68 Greenwell Point 2540 Greenwell Point Community Hall Have your say in The Gazette Contact Laine Saunders 4447 0085 (Bookings) Send info, articles and Letters to the Editor Peter Taylor 4447 0059 (Chair) Warwick Wright [email protected] Heart Foundation Walking Group or PO Box 68 Greenwell Point 2540 The Walking Group meets every Monday at 8 am at the Tita- nia Park jetty Walks are for about an hour at a comfortable or phone 0409982157 pace. All are welcome. Wear a hat, comfortable shoes & bring sunscreen & a water bottle if you wish. More info a CUT OFF DATE FOR COPY www.heartfoundation.org.au/walking 24TH DAY EACH 2ND MONTH The Gazette Produced and published by the Get to the Yoga with Katie Catlin. The Memorial Hall Mondays Point Programme (Inc.) with sponsorship by local ad- 6.15 –7.30 pm & Wednesday 9.30 am vertisers. Editorial compilation and delivery undertaken Beginners welcome. Cost $15/ $12 concession. by local volunteers.

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Greenwell Point Men’s Shed Bowls Health & well-being of men. Contact Bob Williamson No news reported this month. Enquiries at the Bowling ( see page 2) Club phone 4447 1111 Further details are on page 11. Fishing Club Greenwell Point Gallery & Craft See Big Al at the Bowling Club bar. New residents to our local area are always welcome to join the gallery, even if you are not ‘crafty’ but would Greenwell Point United Hospital Auxiliary (UHA) like to meet the locals and visitors alike. Perhaps you First Thursday each month commencing in the Hall at 1- would like to learn a craft from one of our members. 30pm The Spring Fashion Parade will be held on Saturday 19th Contact our President Clare on 44471533 for further information. September at 10 am in the Hall. See page 4. Contact Di Medcalf 44471602 Greenwell Point Art Group Contact Clare Smith 4447 1533 Nowra RSL Women's Auxiliary Contact Sandra Walters 4447 1822 Shoalhaven Potters, Pyree Mondays 9 AM—3PM P&C Association Thursdays 6 PM—9PM Contact Shannon Hirschausen Visitors welcome 4447 1379

Greenwell Point History Group Rural Fire Service The Group will continue with people who have ex- Contact Sam Thompson 4447 0047 pressed interest under the guidance of Doris Hoffman. More news in the next Gazette. Shoalhaven Marine Rescue Contact Terry Watson 44474466 Shoalhaven Family History Group, Pyree Sundays 10 AM—4PM Greenwell Point Seniors. Meets alternative Mondays 1st & 2nd Thursdays 10 AM - 4 PM commencing at 1.00 pm at the Bowling Club. Afternoon tea & lots of laughs. Contact Kay Ward 4447 1146 Greenwell Point Social Golf The men’s & women’s social golf calendar for the year is now Bingo at Bowling Club. Tuesday 1.pm and Tues even- on the GTTP website. The Men’s Games are followed by a ing at 6.30pm and Friday at 11am. Ring Club to book bus BBQ & presentations at The GP Bowling Club. Partners are welcome. The woman’s games are followed by lunch at the to attend these functions. Chinese Restaurant. Please contact Michael Ward on 4447 0117 to advise if you Euchre at Bowling Club Wednesday 1pm. intend to play in order to assist in planning the day. Golfers of all standards are welcome. Hotel Community Bingo Each Thursday 10:30am in Men who have not previously attended and would like to the Hotel. The profit from this is given equally between have a great day of golf then please contact Michael. Wom- The UHA, Greenwell Point Rural Volunteer Fire Brigade, an should contact Linda Innes on 4447 0486. Marine Rescue and the Union Church. see www. greenwellpoint.info for dates for remainder of the year. Shoalhaven Vintage Machinery Club. Last Wednesday each month at Sportsman Club Worrigee 7pm . Sec Ph: Women's Tennis 44233389 Every Monday from 9:30am at the Village Courts, Gor- don Ravell Oval. All women welcome. Just turn up on the day. Meals on Wheels contact Janet (Zone Coordinator) 4422 5111 or Tony (Client Coordinator) 4447 2976. Men’s Tennis. There is presently no men’s tennis group. Anyone who is interested should call Carroll Williams 0438 206 909.

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Greenwell Point Union Church Congratulations to the Greenwell Point Walkers Every Sunday at 8.00am. All welcome at celebrating 1 year of walking! all services.

1st & 5th Sunday non - denominational. The Heart Foundation Walking Group is 1 year old this Sep- 2nd Sunday—Presbyterian service. tember. 3rd Sunday—Uniting service. Who could have predicted that from 7 walkers who met at 4th Sunday—Anglican service. Titania Park on Monday 29.09.2014 the numbers to day would Pastoral care and fellowship. Every be 18! Tuesday at 2:00 pm, in school term. Tel We have walked in Culburra around Lake Wollumboola, Abra- 44470047 Weddings, Christenings and ham Bosom Reserve in Currarong, over and under the Funerals; contact: Union Church Trust. Shoalhaven Bridge in Bomaderry, our own lovely Greenwell Point, only rain stopped our walking in Kiama and Bens Walk Bible study group, each Tuesday at 2 in Nowra. pm at the church. Contact Phil More- New plan is on the way to keep walking and exploring new head. President: Sandra Walter Tel. areas of interest and challenge. 44471822. Secretary: Phil Morehead Tel We meet on Monday at 8am at Titania Park/ Jetty in Green- 44470047. Treasurer: Helen Taylor Tel well Point, walk for about an hour at a comfortable pace for all 44470059. ages, some walk on the Wednesday for additional exercise. All are welcome to come along walking with us, you just need Greenwell Point Markets to show up to get walking. Third Sunday each month at Titania Park. For information contact Tanya, [email protected], 0429477755. Pyree Village Arts and Craft Markets. Fourth Sunday each month commencing 9.00am at the Shoalhaven Potters Work- shop, Greenwell Point Road. Pyree

Greenwell Point UHA News

GP UHA celebrated their 65th AGM with a lunch held at the Butter Factory with 54 members & guests. The new office holders are Sandra Walter (President), Donna Swan (Secretary) & Coral Gardiner remains as Treasurer. Diana Med- calf & Clare Smith will be Vice-presidents with Pauline Stocker & June Innes doing pub- licity & advertising. Clare Smith & Bert Wat- son will handle the Competition Program. Recently a LO LO bed was purchased for Shoalhaven Hospital with a $4,000 donation News from Jeni Harvie & Garry Wall from the Bowling Club plus donations from

Hotel Bingo. Creaky crocs & superlative sunsets FASHION PARADE On Saturday 19 September at 10 am in the Hall we will hold our Spring Fashion Jeni & Garry are in far north Queensland. Readers of The Parade with fashions from B&M Cloth- Gazette are invited to visit them on their adventures ing from Culburra Beach. Entry will be Below is the link. $10 with light refreshments & a lucky Latest blog update just posted at door prize & raffle. Hope you can join http://bangersontheroad.blogspot.com.au/ . us. June Innes

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Have you noticed anything that needs reporting?

If you notice something which may threaten the safety of residents and visitors please contact Shoalhaven Council on 44293111 and/ or GTTP.

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LOCAL PROFILE ANDRIS ( OCKY ) LEMBER

It was balmy summers evening as I sat catching Niggers on the run out GREENWELL tide. “Can anyone handle a gaff ?” asked a gruffed voice at the end of POINT the wharf. I rushed to the spot to be confronted by a huge bombastic man with a rod in hand and a 22kg Jewfish wrapped around a corner PHARMACY pile. I gaffed the fish in the mouth and Ocky held onto it while I climbed 1 TERRARA ST down the ladder to cut the tangled line. We both dragged the monster GREENWELL POINT onto the wharf. Ph:44470773 Fax:44470775 I introduced myself to this larger than life fishing legend who was more NEW OPENING HOURS than happy for my assistance as he has lost 2 fish on earlier runs. Ocky MON - FRI 8:45 AM – 5.15 PM cut the fish in half and I enjoyed my Jewie cutlets and along the way had SATURDAY 9.00 AM– 12:00 PM cemented a lifelong friendship. Free Medical Advice Ocky arrived at the point in 1976 at the age of 17, and started work on Free Blood Pressure Monitoring and Mick O’Donnell’s boat. He then moved to Jonny Grey’s (Anne Marie). It Advice was here he learnt his trade and he still holds Jonny with high regard. In National Diabetes Agent 1980 he moved to Ulladulla to fish for Blue Finn Tuna on the 32 metre (Angelica) Free Wound Dressing Free Asthma Assessment Program They fished from the South Coast to Port Lincoln. Back at the Point, Ocky and his mate Steve Hare in 1981 bought the Huncky 2 and fished rod and Free Call Ahead Service For Filling reel for Yellow Finn and hand lined for King Fish. The Hunkey 2 fished Scripts the Peck of Sydney from late March till September and then came south Free Delivery to the Point for summer. Ocky and Steve split in 1985 and he branched We provide our services in a lov- out buying his own boat the Marie Eva, for $100,000 from Michael Cam- ing, caring pese .The boat having been built here at the Point by John Hopcroft. For and family focused environment. 5 years Ocky long lined for Kingfish, Yellow Finn, Big Eye and Blue Finn Tuna. Next time you are enjoying your Flathead and chips at the Greenwell Oil Painting classes Point Pub glance up and you will see 43kg King Fish on the wall. This fish was caught by Cluey on Ocky’s boat at the Peak. Greenwell Pt Memorial Hall On Good Friday 1987 after cooking up a big T Bone steak they caught 6 Big Eye and 4 Yellow Finn Tuna worth $35,000. All ended up at the Skidji Contact Cate 0420 234 266 Fish markets in Tokyo within 48 hours. email Due to ill health Ocky, sold the Marie Eva in late 1987. He thinks it is still operating as a Lobster boat in Tassie. His passion still turned to fishing [email protected] and between 2001 and 2006 he landed over 70 Jew Fish up to 27kg in the river, all land based while fishing the low tide on the wharf and at Shore Creek. His generous nature saw many elderly eating Black Fish fillets and Jew Fish cutlets at this time. In 1998 Ocky wiped himself out in a car crash on Greenwell Point Road and spent 8 months in hospital needing 13 operations and skin grafts. . Magnolia Cottage Adult Day Centre provides centre based respite for people living with memory loss, providing a break for their car- Ocky is renowned as our local er or social interaction for those who are living alone. Groups operate for 10 to 2 pm snake catcher. four days a week and transport can be provided. His love of reptiles saw him be- For further information please ring come a licenced breeder and he 44224161 breeds over 100 Bearded Drag- Magnolia Cottage ons each summer and houses 2 Halcot Avenue, North Nowra NSW 2541. several none venomous indige- www.livingcare.org.au nous Pythons.

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The Annual Emergency Services OPEN DAY Titania Park Greenwell Point Sunday 8th November 2015.

The Day will include a range of displays and activities by emergency and community services organisations Ocky with his niece, Page and pets that are active in the Shoalhaven region. Those in attendance include Rural Fire Service, State He recalls of how a fat Red Belly Black snake settled on Ja- Emergency Service, Marine Rescue Shoalhaven, Police son’s boat the Little Anne Marie, after he had filled his belly & St Johns Ambulance. with baby swallows from under the wharf. Jason found the The day provides an opportunity for people wishing to snake under a net while making repairs. A stunned group know more about the different services or considering of onlookers watched as Jason spat the dummy, dropped volunteering to meet and talk to the different groups. the bag he was holding and took off. Raphael came to Ock- y’s and the snake was bagged and released into the bush. THE COMBINED SERVICES DEMONSTRATION WILL OCKY’S ADVISE TO KIDS: TAKE PLACE AROUND 11.00AM Make careful choices in life, especially where drugs and alcohol abuse is concerned. You can head down a road you have never been and the devastating crash could see you READY TO lose family assets, self-respect and peoples respect. PUT YOUR In addition be kind to your mother, you can never do wrong in your mother’s eyes, she sees her son through her HAND UP heart. ON A Ross Barker NEW HOME?

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FISHING THE POINT WITH ROSCO

Shoalhaven Artificial Reef

Tight Lines Rosco

News: Shelley Hancock & Gareth Ward have issued a press release to advise that “Thousands of fish flow into Shoalhaven.” Mrs Hancock said she was delighted to announce that 85,000 bass will be stocked into local water- ways. For more info go to www.fisheries.nsw.gov.au

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Gallery & Craft Shop News

The Gallery has lots of fantastic gifts including warm beanies, paintings, tankards, photo frames, leather keyrings , belts, hand towels, cards and much more. Call in and say hello, and check out our September photographic exhibition by Leslie Reed.

The Gallery recently had its annual AGM and had a good attendance from members, a new committee was elected. Clare smith was returned as president, Sandra Marshall as Treasurer and Claire Sloan as Sec- retary with Jan Goodwin, Margaret White, Gerri Zarb, Vera Farnham and Diane Pirotta elected as committee members.

Father’s Day display at The Gallery

New residents to our local area are always welcome to join the gallery, even if you are not ‘crafty’ but would like to meet the locals and visitors alike you can join as a volunteer. contact our president Clare on 44471533 for further information.

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LOCAL BUSINESSES WHICH Letters to the Editor & GTTP committee PLACE ADVERTISEMENTS IN Congratulations THE GAZETTE CONTRIBUTE We have to congratulate you on your TO ALL RESIDENTS AND efforts on behalf of Greenwell Pointers. VISITORS TO THE POINT In our view, as regards content, as well as format and style, the Gazette has reached a high point in its history under your Advertising in The Gazette is the stewardship. way to keep your business in Marilyn and Ian Fincham front of the residents of Green- well Point & Pyree and a contri- Puppy Park Proposal bution to maintain the opera- I am one of Greenwell Point's newest resi- tion of Get To The Point and dents, and one of my favourite "chores" The Gazette. each day is taking my Kelpie dog "Minto" Size 1. 6 X 4 cm $20 single issue, for her daily walk around the Point. I love $90 for 5 issues. the foreshore area and it was one of the features of the Point that drew me here. I have noted that there are many resi- Size 2. 6 X 9 cm $ 45 single issue, dents (and tourists during weekends) who $205 for 5 issues also enjoy bringing their dogs to the foreshore area. Size 3. 12 X 9 cm $90 single is- I have a proposal which may need council sue, $405 for 5 issues. approval, and if so am prepared to organ- ise the legalities as well as put in the la- bour to make it happen. That is if local Receive your Gazette residents agree that it's a good idea. by email in colour My proposal is to build a "Puppy Point". The idea is to simply provide a tap, a wa- and receive important community ter bowl and a roll of dog poo bags, possi- announcements bly attached to a timber post of similar material and style to the picnic tables Just send your email address to there. The bags aren't expensive and [email protected] providing they aren't stolen, should go a long way. A "Puppy Point" could be a good incentive for people to get their dogs out, go for a walk, enjoy our gorgeous scenery, while keeping the foreshore area clean and poo- free for others to enjoy. Regards, Brad Tiplady

Brad. There are a number of regular dog walkers who have expressed enthusiasm for your proposal. The enclosed questionnaire asks residents whether they are interested in a designated off leash dog area. I walk my 2 dogs each morning. It is a great start to the day to run into people on the morning walk, have a chat, and watch the dogs enjoying being off leash. Your proposal would be an opportunity to encourage people to walk their dogs and enjoy the beautiful foreshore. Councillor Greg Watson has said he would support an off leash area provided there is community support. Editor

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The Men’s shed has just past 3 months since incorporation & is pro- gressing exceptionally well with many friendships & team efforts from all to make it a great place to go. A plot of land has been acquired & we have commenced raising money for a purpose built shed in Greenwell Point. The proposed new shed is expected to be built in 2016 behind the Rural Fire Service shed.

The temporary shed provided thanks to Gary & Helen at 16 Adelaide Street has now been transformed into a work area for productive activities as well as space those who just want to sit & discuss whatever pleases them.

The shed is open from 9am until 3pm on Tuesday & Thursday & all newcomers are welcome. Thursday’s lunch is usually a BBQ with support from community businesses providing meat, fresh seafood & chicken. Thanks to Bryce, Jim Wild & Steve from Bay & Basin Chickens. The fee to join is $30 which covers all insurances & $5 to- wards the running of the shed.

We currently have 27 financial members & several others in the pro- cess of joining. We have applied for several grants to assist in raising the $60,000 we require to build a 12mx12m shed & have started to raise money from donations & the sale of items we are making, or for community projects undertaken where a donation would be appreci- ated.

Donations of hand tools, materials and monetary donations are welcome (donations over $500 are tax deductible).

We urgently need additional storage space. If you have some spare room in your shed or garage to store equipment while we wait for the permanent shed to be built please let us know. Contact Bob Williamson (President) 0438 268 391

If you wish to view some pictures of the men in the shed go to: www.flickr.com/photos/greenwellpointmenshed/ Web: www.greenwellpointmenshed.org.au Email: [email protected]

FOR SALE Get to the Point Fine Wine Pelican Rocks Cafe Glasses & Steins Price: $6 ea or $33.50 per 17 Greenwell Pt Rd doz. Eat in or take away

You can purchase at GP Gallery & Craft Shop Sam & Bec Ph 44471 471 or from GTTP Deliveries COD pelican [email protected]

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Nowra Radio Taxis new building projects & development proposals 4421 8799 Council’s Delivery or Operational Plans maintenance and improvements parks and sports grounds Shoalhaven Community Transport environmental issues Community Bus 4423 6044 priorities for expenditure maintenance of council roads, footpaths, boat ramps, etc. We are a not-for-profit community capital expenditure based Service providing transport waste management to people living independently who other community activities. are frail aged or have a disability, their carers, and people who are transport disadvantaged.

Shoalhaven Community Transport can provide door-to-door transport to medical appointments, hospital, shopping, community services such as support groups, and social/ recreational activities. We deliver a culturally appropriate service to all eligible Service Users.

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