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July 2008 Kangaroo Valley Voice Page 10The things Lions doLeonine NewsIn the past year, members of Kangaroo ValleyLions Club have spent a total of over 2,500hours in service to the community which, onthe basis of the average wage, amounts to over$100,000 of voluntary labour.Those hours included:catering at the Kangaroo Valley Folk Festival,Show, Anzac Day and Markets and, withother Lions clubs, at the Nowra MotorShow (which raises money for Variety)managing the swimming pool and theCommunity Centrerunning driver reviver at holiday weekendswith Lions clubs of the Southern Highlands,holding the annual picnic for physicallyand intellectually disabled peopleFlatmate wantedto share 4 bedroom housewith 2 professional males.Male or Female.$110 per week plus expenses.2 minute walk to town(Kangaroo Valley).Air Conditioned.Phone Mark on 0425 369 179May I help?As your Federal member, it is my role tofacilitate and assist you and your familywith any concerns you have, please ring me on4423 1782 or toll free on 1300 301 790I regularly visit Kangaroo Valleyand am more than happy to call or visityou if you cannot get to my office.Joanna Gash MPFederal Member for Gilmoremowing the footpath between Hampden Bridgeand the Ambulance Stationorganising Lions Youth of the Year Questrunning our annual Christmas raffle and aspecial raffle in aid of the LinearAccelerator Appeal.Every dollar raised by Lions goes back into thecommunity, whether local or the widercommunity.Apart from donating money to specific causes,our club contributes to Lions ClubsInternational Foundation (LCIF).In the February Voice, we reported that LCIFhad been ranked the best non-governmentorganisation in the world.These are just some of the ways LCIF spends itsmoney:SightFirst – saving of sightRebuilding in South Asia following the tsunamiRecovery efforts in the United States afterHurricane KatrinaHelping local Lions address community needs,both in developed and developing nations,by means such as equipping health clinics,providing life skills to students, andsupporting hearing and vision screenings.The current issue of the Lion magazine reportsthese individual examples of Lions helpingtheir communities:An Outpatient Comprehensive Care Clinic forHIV children in NairobiSaving and restoring sight in Tibet throughSightFirst China ActionThe formation of a new Lions Club in Ivanhoe,with the intention of bringing life to adrought-ravaged corner of outback NSWThe annual occupation by Warrandyte(Victoria) Lions of the Sandown RacingCircuit, to give visually impaired people achance to experience the thrill of driving(with a driving instructor next to them!)The building by Gwandalan (NSW) Lions of afence for a young couple when the moneythey had saved for the purpose had to bespent on cancer treatmentThe provision by Forster-Tuncurry (NSW)Lions of a hydrotherapeutic bath andautomated lifter for a community agedcarefacilityThe donation by Healesville (Victoria) Lions ofa “Jaws of Life” to their local volunteerState Emergency Service.So, please continue to help us serve our owncommunity and others in need.Tony BarnettDr Bob in the ValleyDr Bob Sims MB, BSTravel Medicine Specialist and Family PhysicianShop 3, The Strand, 162 Moss Vale Road Kangaroo Valley 2577NEW SURGERY HOURS:Monday to Wednesday 9-30am – 12-30pm: 1-30 pm –4-30 pmClosed Thursdays; Friday 1pm-5pmBy appointmentTel: 4465 1966Medical Mustsand MentionsI love the French word for winter –“l’hiver”, which makes me think ofshiver – exactly what I’ve been doinglately.As we move into the dead of winter it is indeedtimely to think of the medical nuisances andirritations that accompany it.This is my second winter in the Valley (yes, Iknow all the old-timers say we haven’t had areally cold winter for years and years) and I’mconvinced that there is a much higher incidenceof respiratory infections here than anywhere elseI’ve practised medicine, and I’ve practised inlots of different places (Tracey keeps askingwhen I’ll have had enough practising and startdoing it for real!!!).Anyway, it really is the whole gamut – flu, thecommon cold, non-specific viral respiratoryinfections and even pneumonia.I’m absolutely sure of it.Reckon its something to do with living in atotally enclosed valley, lack of clearing breezes,the dreaded dampness and fog (great setting fora James Herbert novel) etc etc.I guess there has to be some sort of a downsideto living in such a naturally beautiful place!Although flu immunisation should ideally beundertaken in the autumn, in preparation forwinter, its still not too late, and there is stillplenty of vaccine available.Diabetic?Heart problems?Lung problems?Kidney problems?Asthma?Working in health care or education?Lots of face to face contact with the generalpublic?If any of these apply to you then you should stillconsider immunisation.Do yourself a favour and get off your collectivebums and do something about it.If you can get that far, take advantage of yourconsultation with your doctor to check a fewother things.Every adult should know their blood pressure,weight, cholesterol level and sugar level.Let your doctor know any relevant familyhistory and fess up about your smoking.We’ll leave caffeine and alcohol to a latercolumn – can’t prod too hard, and after all, wehave to keep the Pub, the Bowlo and all thelocal coffee shops in business!On a more personal note, many of you haveprobably heard that Tracey and I are moving outof the Valley to live.Unfortunately, beyond our control, and probablyonly temporary.We won’t be too far away and I’ll still bedriving into the Valley to work each day.I’ll go on record here and assure you all that thesurgery will continue unchanged and that ourcommitment to the health care of the Valleycommunity will not only persist, but strengthen.Until next time, then.DR BOB IN THE VALLEY.
July 2008 Kangaroo Valley Voice Page 11What a great idea!The Idea of North was formed inCanberra in 1993 before moving toSydney in 1999, but it was 2008 whenthey made their Kangaroo Valley debut.It wont be their last as they promised at theend of a rewarding and exciting concert toa fully packed K. V. Hall on June 27.From the moment they dropped into perfectpitch and harmony with their opening number,“Give me the simple life” there was anelectrifying sense of anticipation from theaudience that never left us.Many of the arrangements for their repetoirewere put together by Naomi Crellin who joinedthe group in 2002 and her world class scatsinging was but one of many highlights of a funfilled entertaining evening.The droll delivery of tenor and resident comicNick Begbie, served the group well anddemonstrated that although they may not takethemselves too seriously, they treat their musicand their performances with the utmost respectand it shows.From the “air double bass playing” by AndrewPiper and excellent harmonic and solo itemsfrom new soprano Sally who has achievedinstant rapport with her fellow performers and itshows.In talking to members of the audience duringand after the show the acclaim was universaland enthusiastic.“This was one of the most enchantingperformances I have ever been part of”“I was surprised at the renge and tightness of thegroup, they never missed a beat”Yes folks that’s right !On July 19 th the Bowlo will be having aspecial ‘Christmas in July’ traditionaldinner with the sounds of Santa and hisfriends in the background completing theatmosphere.Bookings for the 7.30pm start are essential (ph:4465 2820), for this great night which looks likea real winner all for just $20 each. Included inthe price is a 3 course roast dinner with all thetrimmings of Yorkshire pudding, gravy, a prawncocktail entrée and mud cake or apple crumblewith cream or ice cream for dessert .Enjoying an evening with friends and family inthe cosy atmosphere of the Visions restaurant atthe Bowlo makes more sense to sit back and eata great hot traditional treat in Winter rather thanduring our scorching Summer months.August 9 th Elvis will be in the building shakingall his good bits for you.Our special entertainer performs an ELVIS /Johnny Cash show with all of their great hits.FREE to all members - so make sure you book atable early for dinner prior to the 7.30pm show.The Bowlo will be offering great entertainmentnights nearly every month and from July the‘Monster Member Badge Draw’ in conjunction( with Nowra Bowling Club) will be runningwith draws every Wednesday, Friday andSuperb performers all. From left:Naomi Crellin (alto), Sally Cameron (soprano) Andrew Piper (bass) and Nick Begbie (tenor)“Their were so many highlights it is difficult topick one out”.“When they put down the microphones, I wasmoved to nearly tears by the simple and pureharmonies they presented”.“They were so talented it was incedible. Thehighlight for me was the Bach Fugue played onkazoos”The musicality and verve and enthusiasm of thetroupe made for a thoroughly enjoayableevening, with constant surprises as to songs,musicality and versatilty of each of theperformers.At all times they had the audience’s raptBowlo to rock with the sounds of Santa and ElvisSunday evenings between 7 and 8pm.The current jackpot is over $2,600 and thewinner must be present at the time of the drawto collect the prize.The Kangaroo Valley Bowlo has also justAROMA CLEAN LIVING LINEN HIRE“Supplying linento holiday accommodationon the South Coast”:Now offering Winter Specials(at greatly reduced prices)Packages availableSheets, towels, hand towels, bathmatsDelivery & Pickup includedQuality fresh white linenPhone 0401 284046acquired a club bus which will be operatingsoon for your convenience.Check for details at the club.e-mail aromacleanliving@bigpond.comwww.aromacleanliving.com.auattention and the connection between The Ideaof North and their audience was palpablyobvious.The audience were entranced and begging formore at the end of the thrilling program whichincluded gospel songs, modern swing, jazz,love songs and ballads about life in particularand life in general.My personal favourite was the reworded BlueBayou (with wind sound effects) and I am sureI would have enjoyed some more songswithout microphones.I wonder if they might do Fields of Athen Ryenext time?Carl LeddyLance Brown
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