Archive for the ‘General News’ Category
Dec
2007
Merry Christmas
December 21st, 2007 at 09:03 pm by admin in General NewsThe committee members of Coastal Rights Association would like to take the opportunity to thank all our members and supporters, a wonderful Christmas. Your support throughout the year has been greatly appreciated.
It is the time of year when all the government departments shut down for the holidays, so it's time for us to spend some well earned time with our loved ones to catch our breath, recharge our batteries and then prepare for the battle ahead.
Much has happened during 2007, we have made a great deal of progress.
The new year promises to be even busier, the time has come to unify all groups affected by the governments narrow minded, biased and environmentally damaging policy. Till now we have been individual groups raising our voice but being ignored.
Although our problems may be different, when you take a closer look it is amazing how much we have in common. United we will be heard.
Minorities and Ministers beware.
Dec
2007
The Letter
December 19th, 2007 at 04:00 pm by admin in General News
Minister Firth's Official ResponseDec
2007
Another Scene Of Neglect
December 12th, 2007 at 12:35 am by admin in General NewsA couple of weeks ago we brought to your attention the sad state of the Moruya Break wall. Nothing has been done as yet and although there hasn't been any rough weather since then it is now much worse, more photos soon.
It is now clear that the wall in Moruya is not the only one in urgent need of repair. As these photos (taken yesterday) at Hanging Rock, show.
Dec
2007
A True Australian Icon Needs Your Help!
December 3rd, 2007 at 11:08 pm by admin in General NewsUrgent help needed
Please read the media release below, Download the submission letter, add your signature then send it to SMBUG today, The deadline is 14 DECEMBER. Read more, and discuss this issue in the forum.
SNOWY MOUNTAINS BUSH USERS GROUP INC.
(“SMBUG”)
Protecting our Mountain Heritage
|
C/-“The Folly” Nubba Road Harden NSW 2587 |
Phone 02 6384 3376 Email: ctemedwards@bigpond.com Web: www.smbug.com |
25 November 2007
MEDIA RELEASE
“SNOWY BRUMBIES UNDER THREAT”
Last week National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) placed their Horse Management Plan Draft (HMP) for Kosciuszko National Park (KNP) on public exhibition.
Our review confirms that this plan is extremely biased in its presentation and we highlight that it fails to mention-
· The cultural heritage value of the Snowy Brumby
· The Brumbies legendary and iconic status in the eyes of the Australian public
· That these Brumbies are the descendants of a large contingent of horses that were shipped overseas and faithfully served our troops in the Sudan Campaign, Boer War, Great War and second World War and were never allowed to return
· The Brumbies tourism value and subsequent contribution to the economy
· The positive benefits of the Brumby grazing native grasses, the resultant fuel load reduction and sweeter grass for all wildlife
Other critical deficiencies exposed in the plan are-
Nov
2007
Tourist Attraction??
November 20th, 2007 at 11:18 am by admin in General NewsOne of the arguments used regularly in support of the creation of marine parks is that they attract visitors to the area and that in time Batemans Marine Park will be seen as an asset to the area. Personally I believe this argument is full of holes. One long time asset of the area with a proven record of attracting visitors is the break-wall at the mouth of the Moruya River.
Unfortunately this great asset, tourist attraction and favorite fishing spot is also full of holes and in need of some TLC. Click the photo above to see the current state of this once great attraction, and add your thoughts on how this should be allowed to happen.
