THINGS TO DO

CoastSnap project has installed camera holders to help capture images of coastlines for scientists to monitor. Photo: Larry Paice via The Conversation

Become a beach scientist this summer and help monitor changing coastlines

When you arrive at your favourite beach these summer holidays, you may notice something different about the coast. With the triple-dip La Niña now making way for El Niño, our beaches have been through a rollercoaster ride. Some beaches have been completely stripped of sand, while others have grown very wide. In the past, such changes went mostly unrecorded. However, thanks to a project known as CoastSnap, coastal data is now being collected like never before. Using designated camera cradles installed at beach viewpoints, CoastSnap uses community snapshots taken on smartphones to track beach change.

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Barfleur Beach in Vincentia is a good spot to see the sunset

Fashion, food and flora are waiting for you this week in Jervis Bay

There’s always something new to discover here in our little slice of paradise. My hot pick for this weekend is for green thumbs. Take a drive out to the spectacular native botanic gardens at Shoalhaven Heads for their annual plant sale. You won’t be disappointed. Market Days FRESH FOOD THURSDAYS: Choose from Berry Farmers Markets …

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Currarong Art Trail

Come rain, hail or shine, from 10-2pm on the first Saturday of every month, artists and makers in Currarong open their studios for the Currarong Art Trail. All 18 studios on the art trail are within easy walking distance of each other and offer a delightful way to explore Currarong and to meet local characters. …

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Horse events and crafts dominate the Bowral Show

Summer’s in Full Swing in Jervis Bay

Summer keeps on giving here in JB – come and say hi to your dedicated editorial team at the Husky markets this Sunday. It’s your last chance to enter our fantastic competition to win a swag of gift vouchers from JB businesses. Enter here. Agricultural Shows Everyone knows the big one – the Sydney Royal …

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Minnie & the Moonrakers are entertaining at Cupitts Estate in Ulladulla

This week is sorted in Jervis Bay

Here’s a quick look at all the fun and frivolity we will be squeezing into every day this week. Click on the links in the text for more details. See you there? Saturday’s sorted, 6 January Head south of JB for the Milton Village Showgrounds Markets from 9-2, fresh produce, sourdough bread, flowers, and much …

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Bands on the Bay hosted by Jervis Bay Brewing Co and Vincentia Sailing Club

Make the most of Summer this week in Jervis Bay

NYE Fireworks Two locations again this year, the Husky Carnival and Voyager Park thanks to the Huskisson Chamber of Commerce, Shoalhaven City Council, The Husky Pub and Marine Rescue. If you don’t have plans already, read our story on what’s happening in the vicinity of the sky show. Bands on the Bay It’s on again! …

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New year's eve celebrations at Jervis Bay Brewing Co in Huskisson

Huskisson’s best New Year’s Eve tickets

Last-minute plans are still possible – your guide to what’s on before the 9pm fireworks spectacular in two locations, Voyager Park and the Husky Carnival in the sports fields. Don’t forget to arrange your transport in advance. Jervis Bay Brewing Co, from 3pm-10pm Set the celebratory vibe from 3pm Sunday with resident DJ Dusty Knuckles …

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The view across Voyager Park from Club Jervis Bay in Huskisson

What’s on pre-Christmas in Jervis Bay

This rain band should leave us by the weekend, which is lucky because there’s loads to do this week as we hurtle towards Santa Day. Stay safe on the roads please, and be kind to each other. But first… tis the season to drink weird cocktails. Here’s a recipe you can try at home: Bud’s …

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LOCAL FAVOURITES

Aerial overlooking Blenheim Beach, Vincentia. Photo: Destination NSW

The locals guide to Vincentia

Calalla Beach

Vincentia

Huskisson

Jervis Bay