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Ingrid Kangas, author of Two Peas in a Pouch and Vincentia local

Joeys Star in New Children’s Book by Local Author

Storyteller, illustrator and wildlife carer, Ingrid Kangas from Snuggle Pouch Studios is launching her new book, Two Peas in a Pouch, this Sunday at the Vincentia Connect community fair day at the Burton Street shopping village. Based on the real-life story of two orphaned joeys, Bluebelle and Sagey, this is not your “average” kids’ book. …

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Vincentia Village shopping centre

Vincentia Showcase of Community and Creativity on This Sunday

A committee from the community group, Vincentia Matters, has pulled together a fantastic fair day showcasing some of the talent and creativity that lives and breathes in our seaside village. Join in the festivities at Vincentia Community Connect Day on Sunday 24 November, 11am-4pm at the Burton Street Shopping Village. There will be around 30 …

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Green and golden bell frog of the NSW south coast, from Frog ID, photo: Stephen Mahoney

What’s on this November in Jervis Bay

Friday 15 November: Read on for tips on how to spend your leisure time, from live music to trivia nights, community events and more. Frog Count! Ends Sunday 17 November, there’s still time to get involved in Frog ID, the seventh annual national frog count hosted by the Australian Museum. Get the app. Identify those …

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Indulge in Local News and Events in Jervis Bay

Friday 8 November: Wanna read about something local? You’ve come to the right place! We are all acutely aware of what’s happening elsewhere in the world but today, right now, give yourself permission to focus on Jervis Bay, this weekend, this week. We have news about art, community events, dining recommendations, and the great outdoors, …

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Bundanon Art Museum in Shoalhaven

Calendars are Filling Fast for November in Jervis Bay

Friday 1 November: Our calendars are filling up with festivities as we start the countdown to the summer holidays. This weekend is the Husky Running Festival, so keep your eye out for runners of all ages and abilities enjoying the scenic coastal routes. Bagan Bariwariganyan: Echoes of Country It’s the opening weekend at Bundanon Art …

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Melbourne Cup lunch events in Jervis Bay. Photo Adobe Stock

Racy Melbourne Cup Lunch Options in Jervis Bay Next Week

Choose lunch events with exceptional menus, charitable contributions, or fabulous prizes and settle in for an afternoon with friends this Tuesday 5 November. Huskisson Hotel The Husky Pub is celebrating race day with great music from Bianca Joulianou live from 12-3pm and Liam Maihi taking over from 3:30-6:30 pm. There will be $5,000 of prizes …

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Roselle Stratton is a local artist with work for sale at the Jervis Bay Shellfish Market in Huskisson

What’s on around Jervis Bay this week

Friday 25 October, we have a great round-up of things to do including art, music and markets plus a couple of things to book now before they sell out, scroll to the end for details. Ocean 1 at Huski Pics See a selection of ocean-themed films and help support the visibility of oceans, this weekend …

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Bud's Tavern Huskisson co-owner Blake Mileto with a pasta special

A Bite of Ocean in Every Roll

Friday 25 October, what’s on in food and dining in Jervis Bay this week, including fresh sushi that is flying out the door, special vodka pasta and bottomless Sundays meze-style. Sushi Daily at the Shellfish Market October is a month of culinary celebration! Last week we wrote about International Chef Day. Did you know October …

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Meroogal: Nowra’s Gem of a House Museum

Whether you are a local or a visitor, put Meroogal on your list of places to experience in the Shoalhaven. It is an absolute gem of a history museum housing a surprising treasure trove. Unlike many houses that are open to the public, Meroogal was never home to someone well-known or wealthy. Its significance lies …

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Oompah Loompah Band will play classic German tunes and pop songs at the Swordfish Brewing Oktoberfest in Sussex Inlet

What’s on This Week in Jervis Bay

Friday 18 October: Our editorial team has researched some excellent things to do this week, including an oompah band at Oktoberfest in Sussex Inlet, and a new Mexican food truck with hand-made corn chips. Local Artists on Show The Shoalhaven Art Society’s 57th Annual Art exhibition opens at Shoalhaven Regional Gallery this Saturday. Judging by …

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