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Cuttagee Bridge: a dark day for democracy

View of the bridge from a nearby hillOn 12 November, Bega Valley Shire Councillors Allen, Fitzpatrick, Nadin, Noble and Porter voted to replace Cuttagee Bridge with a two-lane concrete structure. Since Council said it intended to replace the bridge in 2021, there has been strong community support for a single-lane structure that reflects its heritage and aesthetic values and considers its fragile coastal environment.

Council dismissed a petition of 14,900 signatures because not all signatories were local. … Read more »

Save the date – Cobargo Folk Festival 2026

Four musicians dressed in black.The Cobargo Folk Festival is a true gem in our regional cultural calendar and next year’s festival promises to be one of the biggest and best yet.

Once again, the festival will kick off with ‘It Takes a Village’ on Thursday, 26 February – a series of performances and ‘happenings’ offered free of charge at venues around the village. More details of the events and performers will be published in the … Read more »

Cobargo students shine at State and National Titles

Person riding a pony in competitionHorse Riding

Hallie and Lacey spent ten days in Sydney competing at the ENSW Southern Cross and the Show Hack Council Grand Nationals. Lacey received Champion in the Leading Rein and a first in the ridden competition. Hallie received Champion Rider 5-9 years old, Champion Small Hunter Pony, Runner-up in the Large Galloway Hack and Champion Small Open Pony and finished in the top ten in all her other events. Both … Read more »

Brian reigns supreme in the Darcy Cup

Man with dog and trophyDarcy Dog /därsē dɒɡ/ noun: a short-haired fox terrier born at Darcy’s place or, often, on his ute floor. Local to Tilba, known for their exceptional speed.

The race that stops a village has come and gone for another year with the reigning champion, Brian, making it three from three now. For those not in the know, the Darcy Cup began three years back when Kim Taylor and I decided the … Read more »

Bowerbird Community Op Shop awards

Man in Marine Rescue uniform receiving awardThank you to the Bowerbird Op Shop

The members of Marine Rescue Bermagui are deeply honoured to receive the 2025 Community Award of $10,000. We are very grateful to be recognised in this way, and we want to acknowledge the Bowerbird Op Shop for the fantastic work it does for the community. Thank you also to everyone who voted for us and considered our efforts and achievements worthy of such … Read more »

Another classic success

An aerial shot of more than 100 classic carsWaking up early Saturday, 1 November, the rain had eased to fog in the sleepy town of Cobargo. A gentle rumble of cars, trucks, bikes and trailers carrying some awesome machinery could be heard as they made their way to the Cobargo Showgrounds.

At the stroke of 6.00 am the gates opened and the main arena began filling fast with a magnificent array of chrome, colour and … Read more »

Acknowledgment of Country

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