Mollymook News
editor Ken Banks
Boral conducted a study of the effectiveness of their Enviro Soundstop plaster board systems installed at Mollymook Beach Waterfront accommodation. Two layers x 13 mm = 26 mm of this environmentally friendly product were installed on either side of the twin studded divide wall system and likewise on the ceiling system. Absolute privacy is experienced by guests in either apartment.
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The evening began in a subdued manner. The gathering spoke highly of Graeme as they recounted various stories of his outstanding organizational skills and the fine venue at Bannisters ‘Pool Bar’ as another couple recounted their story of being on the way to the Star Hotel at Milton only to hear by chance that there had been a change in venue. Others rolled in late with similar stories, in fact the Librarian almost gave up on locating the group and considered ordering a meal at the Star Hotel on his own.
Nonetheless most that we know of (20 in total) ended up at Bannisters ‘Pool Bar’ for seating on a tabled booked for 10.
It was an outstanding attendance as most had left their sick bed (mans flu) to attend on this momentous occasion, unlike there guest of honour, Graeme who choose not to attend.
Pete Humphries sent along his apologies having a prior engagement at the Marlin.
< < The remains of Graeme’s cake as shown after Billy arrived with present and card. Debbie offered Bill a slice of her lovely specially home baked Birthday Cake for her loved one and before we knew it Billy almost polished the lot off and absconded the cad.
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Roving reporter Allie Argent-Smith was on hand to capture the comings and goings, as winter dawned upon the swimmers this past weekend:
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A rare feat:
Almost unheard of, a baby born to one of the Mollymook ocean swimmers.
“But they are all too old I can hear you saying”!
Well the young couple from the gulf gave birth yesterday Thursday May 22 to a beautiful baby girl Coco.
To Michelle and Andrew, heartiest congratulations from the Mollymook Ocean swimmers. You have done us proud. (For many of the swimmers, the joy experienced at the birth of a child is a distant memory).
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The Pt Stephens trip: Young Louise found last weekends issues regarding the “elite” groups trip to Pt Stephens quiet amusing. So Louise contributed pic 4 below on row 1.
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Warm weather during May 2014. Dick Morath took this pic below of the stunning sunset at Bannisters Headland with Pigeon House Mountain in the background.
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Triumphant Return: Dougie is back with us after his recent surgery.
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Grant Kenny in Mollymook: Thanks to Jan, she was beyond herself; here in Mollymook of all places, the legendary iron-man Grant Kenny swimming to the end and return.
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Mollymook swimmers were well represented at the weekends triathlon series finale for 2013-2014 season held at Port Stephens in glorious weather.
Some of the outstanding results included: Robert Scott 9th in the SUP and a win in the Elite Energy “enticer” triathlon which also gave him the series win. Bobby White won silver for the series in the 60 to 65 age group. Bruce Argent-Smith won his age group race, ( 65-70) in the sprint and finished third in the series, While “young” John Louth competing in his first triathlon, finished fifth in the sprint, 60 to 65 group. All were well supported by the Mollymook contingent that inc. Bruce, Allie, Jo, Ross, John, Jacqui, Bill, Bianca , Bob and Lyn with daughter Nikita, who all made the arduous journey up the coast to help their heroes celebrate their results.
The highlight of the weekend (according to roving reporter & photographer Allie) was the “seniors” being asked to keep the noise down by young neighbours trying to get a good night’s sleep before their triathlon.
< < Medal winners: (L to R) Bob, Rob, Bruce and John.
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A dark grey morning greeted the swimmers which didn’t lend itself well for taking photo’s. Nonetheless the young reporter was quickly summons from the gym when a pod of dolphins arrived.
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A little like the fisherman telling you about the big one that got away. Where were you? you should have seen this dolphin clear out of the water! The young reporter ran to his car to get hold of his camera, he was welcomed back, “where have you been” they’re gone!
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Once again when there is some fun to be had in the surf the boys ask; where is John?
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The surf was up overnight high tides and a big swell running which made ocean swimming a little daunting. However with a beautiful sunrise as a back drop, the intrepid group took on the challenge.
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With a powerful shore break to navigate a few ventured out to be met by some occasional big sets breaking off flat rock.
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Once again when there is some fun to be had in the surf the boys ask; where is John?
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The surf had dropped off overnight so we were restricted to some body surfing.
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Not to be out done by the boys, Issi also got into some body surfing after the swim to the reef.
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Once again when there is some fun to be had in the surf the boys ask; where is John today?
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Issi celebrates her 70th birthday.
Issi very photogenic, looking her radiant best in her red outfit reminiscent of the Duchess of Cambridge in her favourite red colour dress. The bedazzled young reporter asked Issi her secret for looking so good. Issi said “plenty of exercise (swimming), eat healthy, no smoking and only drink in moderation” As she uttered the latter words the elderly affluent onlookers began to disperse.
The inquisitive young reporter asked Issi “was she a good looker when young?” Issi replied in the affirmative: “Eddie always told me I was”.
Besides Issi’s birthday, Kath also had a birthday in April. Once again the timid young reporter went where angels fear to tread and asked Kath her age, (didn’t believe her answer).
All this activity whilst Mollymook enjoyed some amazing weather, especially over the Easter break with warm water and an amazing surf running.
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Mark Ruffo leaves a trail as he emerges out of this barrel above:
Easter 2014. Mollymook turned on some awesome surfs, day after day. A few swimmers braved the conditions to swim out and take a few images at Kamikaze and Golfie reef breaks. What was so incredible as we sat out the back taking some images and talking to surfers young and old surfing was the fact that there were two 12 year old kids and another just 14 also mixing it with the older more experienced surfers on the dangerous Kamikaze Reef Break.
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The morning began with swimmers (nearing the creek) ordered out of the water by Colonel Brian on his surf board after sighting a shark some 30 odd metres away. Dougie thought Brian said ‘park’ and he began to argue that he didn’t want to go to the park. Brian prevailed as Dougie saw all the others head in, so he reluctantly followed, after protesting vigorously.
In front of the surf club another drama was beginning to unfold. One of the board riders (Louise) got dumped. She later called it a rogue wave. After waiting for her to come up the beach a little dazed and with a bit of a bruise, they got a splint and laid her down. There was no mouth to mouth expertise among the ocean swimmers available on this particular morning. (With a sigh of relief, Louise muttered, if I need mouth to mouth then its only to be from a female)
It was a frantic morning, Issi kept asking who saw the shark first, Ken was busy taking photos, Jan called on her experience (working at Sarah Clayton’s nursing home for the elderly) to comfort Louise, John had trouble getting a key to fit the 1st Aid door. Among all this confusion, finally the ambulance arrived and whisked Louise off to Milton Hospital.
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On a grey overcast morning, the senior citizens from Mollymook gathered at the surf club to be picked up by the local bus and taken for a days outing.
A happy group, they posed for their photo’s to be taken before setting off on their bus trip to Shellharbour to watch the ocean swimmers. They were filled with excitement and anticipation.
Their trip would take them through the village of Wandandian. Whilst Wandandian was only 1/2 hour into their trip, the understanding bus driver (Bruce) knew toilet stops would often be the order of the day. Here they were able to talk to the local residents who explained that the name of their village ‘Wandandian’ meant “home to lost lovers”. The seniors minds went immediately back to their youth. Those halcyon days of seemingly endless sunny days of youth and romance. Their imagination began to run wild as they inquired more about the area. The local’s went on to explain that the ‘Wandandian area’ was not over populated and retained a rural atmosphere with hobby farms and fruit orchards. It was an area that would lend itself nicely to a retirement village. Utopia! This could be the perfect place for our retirement ….
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