Premier Minns addresses the petition to keep an ED open in Batemans Bay
At the Eurobodalla Hospital sod turning (Friday 12 July 2024), Premier Chris Minns addressed a question regarding the Petition to keep an ED open in Batemans Bay
Premier Minns
Eurobodalla Hospital sod turning
Friday 12 July 2024
NSW Premier Chris Minns, with Health Minister Ryan Park and Dr Michael Holland MP.
Mnw petition
Today, the petition to have the Moruya Police Station open during business hours was presented to Dr Michael Holland MP - Member for Bega . Over 100 people signed the petition.
Mission Accomplished: NPWS frees entangled seal at Narooma break wall
The National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) has successfully freed a resident fur seal at the Narooma break wall that had been entangled in a tight-fitting plastic ring for several months.
The seal has garnered significant interest and concern from the local community, who have been closely monitoring its wellbeing and reporting sightings to NPWS and ORRCA.
Numerous attempts were made to disentangle the seal, however its frequent appearances and disappearances for weeks at a time made it challenging for NPWS staff to intervene.
On Wednesday 19th June, the stars finally aligned when the seal reappeared on the break wall. Skilled NPWS staff were able to safely capture the seal and successfully remove the plastic ring. The seal was unharmed during the process and quickly returned to the ocean to re-join its seal friends.
It is common to see fur seals hauled out along the NSW coastline at this time of year. The vast majority of seals lying on break walls, rock shelves or beaches are just resting or digesting a belly full of fish.
People are reminded to give seals plenty of space. While they may look fairly docile, seals can move very quickly on land, have sharp teeth and may bite if frightened or provoked.
Please don’t approach a seal that has hauled out for any reason. For your own safety, and the animal's welfare, you must stay at least 40 metres away from adults and 80m if there is a pup present.
If you see a seal in distress or injured, give the animal plenty of space and report them to the NPWS on 13000 PARKS or ORRCA on 9415 3333. #narooma
New designs unveiled for Batemans Bay Community Health facility
The community is being invited to have their say on the latest designs for the new Batemans Bay Community Health facility. Minister for Regional Health Ryan Park said the Government is investing $20 million to deliver the new community health service to support communities across the Batemans Bay area.
https://moruyamail.com.au/new-designs-unveiled-for-batemans-bay-community-health-facility/
EUROBODALLA HOSPITAL - Today during Parliamentary Question Time, Minister for Health and Regional Health, Ryan Park, provided and update on the NSW Government’s work to deliver improved health outcomes for the Communities of Southern New South Wales.
The NSW SES is ready to respond to any calls for assistance due to the current weather warnings.
"We’ve also issued a number of flood warnings, urging people to monitor conditions at a number of catchments on the South Coast and in Sydney. "
Current Operational Statistics for 24 hours to 3pm:
Total incidents NSW SES has responded to: 243
Breakdown by zones -
Metropolitan Sydney: 55 incidents
South Eastern Zone: 110 incidents
Northern Zone: 55 incidents
North Eastern Zone: 8 incidents
Southern Zone: 8 incidents
Western Zone: 6 incidents
North Western Zone: 1 incident
NSW SES urges east coast communities to prepare for heavy rain and flash flooding
With heavy rain forecast across several regions this weekend, the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) is urging residents to take proactive measures to ensure their safety and minimise potential damage to property.
From Friday and over the weekend, eastern parts of the state will likely see heavy rain, which could lead to flooding in a number of areas due to already saturated catchments.
The heaviest rain is predicted to fall in the Illawarra and South Coast, with isolated heavy rain up to 200 millimeters possible from Saturday afternoon into Sunday afternoon.
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a flood watch for minor riverine flooding in the Hawkesbury Nepean Valley and South Coast from Saturday.
NSW SES Assistant Commissioner Nicole Hogan, said the main risk associated with the forecast was flash flooding, but minor riverine rises were possible.
"We're closely monitoring the weather and are prepared to respond swiftly to any emergencies that may arise," Assistant Commissioner Hogan said.
"Our teams are on standby, and we have prepositioned people and assets to assist the community and mitigate the impacts of heavy rainfall.
“Flash flooding can occur rapidly and without warning, posing a significant risk to life and property. People should where possible, stay indoors during heavy rainfall and avoid driving or walking through floodwaters.”
People can prepare their homes and assist NSW SES volunteers by ensuring their gutters and drains are cleared ahead of storms and heavy rainfall.
“By cleaning your gutters ahead of rain, you can prevent damage to your properties,” Assistant Commissioner Hogan said.
“Other ways residents can prepare for storms include securing loose outdoor items, having an emergency kit that includes essential items and downloading the Hazards Near Me app to stay informed.”
For assistance during floods and storms, contact the NSW SES on 132 500. In life
PARTS OF NSW EAST COAST WARNED OF FLOOD RISK
Ahead of anticipated heavy rainfall, the NSW State Emergency Service (SES) has issued several warnings advising people to prepare for the risk of flash and riverine flooding.
The NSW SES has also prepositioned flood rescue operators, aviation assets and vehicles ahead of the poor weather.
The Bureau of Meteorology has warned that minor to major flooding is possible in the Hawkesbury Nepean River from late Friday.
Minor to moderate flooding is possible across parts of the Mid North Coast, Greater Sydney Region, South Coast and North West.
Significant and heavy rain is expected to also bring the threat of flash flooding in many locations.
On Thursday (April 4), widespread showers of 30 to 50 mm, locally reaching 70 to 100 mm are expected in the northern districts in New England, Northern Rivers, and the northern half of the Mid North Coast regions are possible.
On Friday, heavy and intense falls, flash flooding, strong gale force coastal winds and hazardous surf conditions are likely to impact parts of the Mid North Coast, Hunter, Sydney Metro, Blue Mountains, and Illawarra. Rainfall totals exceeding 100mm are possible over wide areas and isolated totals of up to 200mm may be possible depending on het actual position and strength of the low.
On Saturday, the focus area will shift to Illawarra and the South Coast with heavy falls, strong gale force coastal winds and hazardous, damaging surf with large and powerful waves will continue to be potential hazards.
NSW SES Assistant Commissioner Sean Kearns has urged the community to stay informed of the conditions in their local areas.
“To stay up to date with current warnings and advice, people should download the Hazards Near Me app and set up a watch zone for their home neighbourhood, or the place they could be visiting,” Assistant Commissioner Kearns said.
“We’re urging the community to prepare ahead of the weather impact, by tying down loos
Bermagui:
Marine Rescue NSW crews assist search after boat washes up on South Coast beach
Volunteers from Marine Rescue Narooma and Bermagui have been tasked by NSW Police Marine Area Command to assist with a multi-agency search for a person believed missing off Haywards Beach near Bermagui.
Marine Rescue NSW Inspector Glenn Sullivan said Marine Rescue NSW crews were deployed after a vessel washed up at Haywards Beach this afternoon.
“Marine Rescue NSW vessels Narooma 30 and Bermagui 30 began searching around 3:45pm today.
“Both vessels are conducting a parallel line search from Camel Rock down towards Bermagui Harbour.
“Crews on board Narooma 30 and Bermagui 30 began searching behind the breakers and are pushing seaward.
“Visibility is good on the water and our crews will continue searching until instructed otherwise by Marine Area Command,” Inspector Sullivan said.
Marine Rescue NSW is a volunteer based not-for-profit professional organisation dedicated to keeping boaters safe on the water and supporting local communities.
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Vision of the Haywards Beach search from on board Marine Rescue NSW vessel Bermagui 30.
Cracker Jack. Stay safe peeps
Anyone know what this is and where it's headed?
🎥Alison Jay
Storm and lightning captured by Ingrid at Moruya Heads just now.
What’s the storm looking like at your place.?
Not good for home owner in Durras today. Credit Lincoln & Jacob Hibbert
Logging fuelling disaster. Community members call for an end to public native forest logging as temperatures rise
Logging has been halted in Shallow Crossing State Forest (SF). Twelve community members have walked into the compartment demanding an end to public native forest logging on the south coast.
Soaring temperatures, low rainfall and an extreme fire rating only a few weeks into spring have residents concerned about the elevated risk of fire as a result of the devastating logging. Environment groups involved are Bob Brown Foundation, Forest Defence NSW and Brooman State Forest Conservation Group.
Shallow Crossing State Forest is situated on the South Coast of New South Wales (NSW). In the 2019/20 Black Summer bushfires, over 80% of the state forest was burnt having devastating impacts on the community, environment and wildlife.
Molly Coburn, local community member and national campaign organiser for Bob Brown Foundation has stated, “native forest logging in NSW is clearly archaic, outdated and in a time of climate and biodiversity crisis, needs to end. There is no excuse for the widespread loss of forest and the consequential fire risk that the dry soil and piles of woody debris left behind pose.’
Following the devastating Black Summer bushfires of 2019/20, a group of Australian researchers from The Australian National University (ANU), including Professor David Lindenmayer and Dr Chris Taylor, conducted an analysis of the fire footprint. Their findings revealed that logging activities significantly increased the likelihood of more intense fires.
“Forestry Corp has lost all social license. We have seen it time and time again on the south coast, where they are allowed to run rampant in our forests and only pay the consequences after the damage is done and it is too late. Well, this morning community members have walked in to say ‘enough is enough’.” Molly Coburn
Mossy Point Broulee march for #yes23
