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Samantha Tannous

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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.

Double banger fireworks this new year's eve in Huskisson
Husky Carnival and Voyager Park will be putting on a show at 9pm this New Year’s eve. Photo: Shoalhaven Tourism

Bands on the Bay

It’s on again! Live music, cold beer, food trucks and the sensational views from Vincentia Sailing Club, every day from 28 December till 7 January, midday till 8pm.

Just rock up, bring a blankie, kids & dogs welcome (be aware dogs must be on a lead).

Check out the list of bands and food.

Bands on the Bay hosted by Jervis Bay Brewing Co and Vincentia Sailing Club
Bands on the Bay hosted by Jervis Bay Brewing Co and Vincentia Sailing Club, now till 7 January. Photo: supplied

Ulladulla Summer Fair

Enjoy the carnival atmosphere on the harbour front (across the road at the Civic Centre) this Thursday evening 4pm-9pm, with gourmet food trucks, market stalls and kids’ rides. Make a $2 coin donation at the gate and save room for ice cream.

Husky Carnival

Dozens of rides, sideshows, showbags, live music and carnival food, plus a few nights of fireworks (NYE, 6 Jan and 26 Jan), in the sports fields next to the Husky Bowlo. Chow on a Dagwood Dog then hit the Pirate Ship.

Tickets available online or at the ticket box on-site from 5.30pm for a 6pm start.

 

Summer South Festival

Start your new year with live music at the Barn on the Ridge in Milton, a family-friendly event set in the rolling hills looking out across the Budawangs. Headliner is Felipe Baldomir, food and drinks available, 2pm-9pm.

Tickets at Humanitix, $68 +bf

Wholefoods Canteen, fresh cafes in Vincentia

Bunya Wholefoods in the Burton Street village shopping centre in Vincentia now has a chef-run Canteen from 7.30am six days a week (closed Sundays and New Year’s Day), serving up a small menu of nourishing meals alongside their hot drinks, wraps and toasties, and raw slices and cookies – lots of vegan options here.

The Burton Street shopping village is feeling much fresher and more lively. On the café front, there’s also Phoebe’s that opened a few months ago, and new owners take over Albert n Miso from today, expect to see some wholesome additions to their fare soon.

Wholefoods Canteen at Bunya in Vincentia

Takeaway at Bud’s

Keen observers will know that the incredible signwriting of Clayton Campion has been slowly creeping around the corner of the bistro windows at Bud’s Tavern, subtly suggesting that takeaway would soon be available … and now it is. Order from the blackboard at the counter inside the bistro kitchen. The crew have added some outdoor seating in front too.

Bread beer?

100kg of stale Kraken bread has been transformed into a mid-strength dark lager courtesy of their neighbour, Jervis Bay Brewing Co. Both companies are passionate about sustainability and have been talking about a ‘joint venture’ for a while.

Head brewer Oisin Sweeney describes it as having toasty, bready and roasty elements, with decent bitterness and depth of flavour for a mid-strength beer. Proof of concept – you can make decent beer out of left over bread! It’s no. 8 on the menu board, available on-tap until sold out. Find out how they did it, on their socials.

Win with Jervis Bay Weekend magazine

Enter here, to win over $1000 in gift vouchers from Jervis Bay businesses. Entries close Monday 15 January. Oh, did we mention the prize also includes a pair of luxe beach towels featuring our cheeky tagline, “Get Away With Everything”!

Additional reporting from Narrell Tabone

Samantha Tannous

Samantha is a visual artist, and also organises arts, crafts and cultural events, including Arts Muster on the stunning NSW South Coast. Sam has also enjoyed a successful career as a public relations consultant and journalist, content creator and social media communicator.