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What an amazing night this was! Well done to all the finalists for making the shortlist, and congratulations to all the deserving winners at the Bega Valley Business Awards. Take a look through our photo gallery and list of category winners

Business excellence awarded at black tie gala All the winners and photos from Saturday night's Bega Valley Business Awards

Concept plans for upgrades to Snug Cove, including a marina and new maritime building, have been revealed. The community is invited to have their say on the proposal - although it's yet to be funded.

Have your say on Snug Cove Eden marina proposal Concept plans for new marina facilities and boating infrastructure upgrades at Eden have been revealed.

What’s the best type of toastie? Are you a cheese only, a Vegemite and cheese lover, or maybe the tradition ham, cheese and tomato? Well, today in Bega to celebrate the Bega Group’s 125thr birthday, free cheese and Vegemite toasties were going out the door!!

Toastie Town takeover as Bega renamed for 125th milestone birthday Toastie Town takeover as Bega momentarily renamed for birthday.

NSW Premier Chris Minns answered questions from regional businesses during an event held in Bega, today.

Lunch with NSW Premier Minns facilitates dialogue with regional businesses NSW Premier Chris Minns attends business event in Bega.

Very impressive footage!! 🐋🐳 Two rare Southern Right Whales spotted in Tathra. Appeared to be mating, but on closer inspection they were both male. Apparently showing a sign of dominance in how they were acting.

Rare Southern Right Whales not mating, rather having a 'chest beating match' Two rarely seen Southern Right Whales spotted on Far South Coast.

Super exciting! Get your cameras at the ready as two rare Southern Right Whales have just been spotted in the Bay in Tathra.

Thanks Terry Dixon for the stunning drone photo! 📸🐋🐳

Learn about when the killer whales returned to Eden last week, here: www.edenmagnet.com.au/story/8683234?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=Post

If you’re out and about and capture a unique or interesting photograph, send it to: [email protected]

We sat down with the executive chairman of the Bega Group, Barry Irvin to hear about the impact the company has had since its inception 125 years ago!

Free cheese toasties will mark Bega Group's legen-dairy 125th birthday The Bega Group celebrates their 125th birthday with a giveaway.

Join me as we wish Dennis the best in his retirement after he leaves Repco Bega after 42 years!

Repco automotive parts interpreter, Dennis Curtis retires after 42 years Dennis is the master of 10,000 different automotive parts.

Eden Tigers are on top of the table after some tough games over the weekend from the Bears and Bulldogs, and Tigers vs Roosters. Who are you tipping for the premiership at this stage?

Previously undefeated Bears go down to Dogs, close race towards finals Three teams on race to top of the ladder in Group 16 competition.

Ever heard of a chicken plucker? Well, The Food Tool Library has one available to borrow for members of the Triangle Tool Library along with a whole host of other tools for preserving, baking, and even the garden. I’ve never milled my own flour or made my own sausages, but this resource is inspiring!

Hand drill to chicken plucker, tool library helps to future proof community Can't afford it? borrow it. Tool library makes life easier.

Vale Claire Lupton. It’s not everyday where you find someone ever so giving and focused on bettering the community both through their professional life and in how they volunteer their time. She will be missed by all.

OBITUARY: Inspirational Claire Lupton a woman of indomitable spirit Claire Lorraine Lupton, 1933-2024

Great day had by all who attended Jigamy to learn about Indigenous culture and participate in a number of activities including art, language, food, dance and spear throwing.

'This is closing the gap,' schools learn culture at Jigamy NAIDOC event Jigamy NAIDOC event teaches schools about Indigenous culture.

Have you had a chance to head along and try the tasty treats and delicious ice creams at Bianchini Gelati in Pambula yet?

Picking to have ice cream is the easy part, choosing what flavours to have is always trickier! Which ones would you pick?

Read about the scoop we were given when we chatted with owner and chef, Dana Smith.

Pambula artisan of ice cream, Dana Smith, shares the scoop behind her store Story behind Pambula's artisan ice cream store, Bianchini Gelati.

How amazing is this? How I wish I was on the Sapphire Coastal Adventures boat yesterday to witness these elusive creatures in action.
Check out the gallery of photos with what is believed to be a calf and juvenile orca too.

'Killers of Eden are back,' pod of orcas spotted off Green Cape Lighthouse Pod of killer whales spotted on the NSW Far South Coast.

Learn about Tilba Leather’s story through owners Phil and Debbie Elton.

Tilba Leather: Phil and Debbie Elton's timeless artisan craft Tilba Leather established 1982, stayed the course and is going strong

The artists we have across the Bega Valley are ever so talented, aren’t they? This is the work of Towamba-based artisan Virginia who plates foraged items in copper. This is her story.

Turning insects, leaves - and even a snake - into unique jewellery items Virginia Ballantyne's breathtaking jewellery made from natural found objects and electroplating

Impressive clouds on Saturday across the Bega Valley Shire. We spoke with a BoM meteorologist this morning to hear his thoughts.
The weather patterns were spotted north in Narooma, down towards Cobargo, and in Bega. Did you see it in Eden? If so, send your snaps to [email protected]

Impressive clouds cover South Coast, BoM meteorologist shares thoughts BoM and photographers share crazy cloud formations, South Coast.

“When I discovered my heartburn tablets were missing, the culprit, my puppy, was nestled next to the remnants of the wrapping foil” - Jimmy.
Did you know there was a helpline available for when your best friend has consumed something they shouldn’t have?

'Thought I failed as dog dad': Helpline supports during suspected poisoning Helpline provides emergency advice to pet owners after poisoning.

Wow! You don’t see something like this come up on the market everyday. We had the chance to chat with Eden Realty about this historically significant and beautiful property.

'Nothing else like it,' Eden agent lists property with Ben Boyd provenance 'Absolute beach frontage' property for sale on Far South Coast.

Learn how a collaboration between the Eden Community Access Centre and Lumen Christi taught kids about sustainability and disaster preparedness

VR headset and smoke machine teaches peers about being disaster ready Bega Valley students get creative in disaster preparedness and sustainability lessons

Va**ng is a significant problem in young people, with national data showing 1 in 6 high schoolers have vaped

'Alarming': Young Aussies struggling to quit va**ng V**e users aged between 14 and 25 are remaining hooked to the habit despite repeated attempts to quit,...

Jacqui's smile beams as she chats about the many community-focused causes she has a hand in and how they have led to her being named on the NSW Hidden Treasures Honour Roll
Wheelers Restaurant

Jacqui Foley chuffed with accolade, says 'giving from heart is important' Jacqui Foley named a NSW Hidden Treasure for volunteer work.

Price gouging by the big supermarkets is in the crosshairs of the government's latest moves

Coles, Woolies, Aldi, IGA to face $10m fines in 'cost-of-living crackdown' 'This is about getting a fair go for families and for farmers.'

The nights have been bitterly cold, but this CEO Sleepout crew has had a result that will warm your hearts

Cold night out raises $53,000 for Far South Coast crisis support Nine Far South Coast leaders braved the cold to raise awareness of homelessness in the 2024 CEO Sleepout.

If last year's concerts are anything to go by, this album - and its launch event later this week - is sure to be brilliant!

Ground-breaking album showcasing South Coast's Indigenous talent launched Three key Indigenous communities have united in song, dance and art.

Eden Elder BJ Cruse has a powerful story to tell and is getting the chance to share it in front of the United Nations next month

Yuin Elder BJ Cruse to address United Nations on historical child abuse BJ's story just one example of children abused at the hands of government institutions

It was a fantastic second half effort from the Eden Tigerettes in their Ladies in League clash against Tathra
Eden Tigers Rugby League Club

'Didn't even think of a field goal,' Ladies in League round results in draw Eden and Tathra too tough to separate in women's league tag game

Eden-Monaro's electorate boundaries are proposed to change. Find out what it means for you

Eden-Monaro to drop Yass, Snowy Valleys, but expand into Goulburn under electoral shake-up The region's electorates will be carved up under an Electoral Commission plan.

Some great news here for long-suffering motorists and residents along Nethercote Rd

Nethercote Road sealing works to begin Sealing of Nethercote Rd is expected to take six months, while flood restoration work on Big Jack Mountain...

Rally driver Gary Stewart's dad said it best - "The last competitor beats the first spectator every time. As long as you're out there having a go, you're having fun."

Bega Valley Rally a rip-roaring success Watching Motorsport from the front verandah in Bega, country NSW.