Department's Plans Fail To Tickle Clubs

MARINE Parks is determined to introduce a system of accreditation for social fishing clubs that want to run tournaments within the boundaries of the Port Stephens marine park, according to Nelson Bay angling spokesman Reg Longworth.

Fishers Not Hooked On Park Plan

CLAIMS by Cameron Westaway that the majority of submissions favour the Batemans Marine Park are misleading, (Public backs marine park - Manager, Mercury, August 26).

Public Backs Marine Park - Manager

MOST people support a marine park off the South Coast, according to submissions to the State Government.

Some Unconvinced By Clubs' Performances

THE tone and language used by Les Wilson in his letter (Mercury, August 6) reflects the mentality of the club industry management.

Rewind 1960

The award-winning underwater photographer, shark-lover and dedicated marine conservationist recalls a time when hunting rather than protecting drove her.

Smoking On Beach May Be Next To Go

Smokers have been rejected from offices and restaurants, their presence in pubs and clubs is precarious, and now they face a new fight for their right to smoke on Sydney beaches.

Water Should Be There For Asking

I'M trying to work out whether our pubs and clubs are socially irresponsible or just plain greedy.

Weapons Inspector's Sex Secrets Exposed

CHIEF United Nations weapons inspector Hans Blix has rejected a resignation offer tendered by one of his Iraq-bound inspectors after reports that the man lacked a specialised degree and had played a leadership role in sadomasochistic sex clubs. Harvey John ``Jack" McGeorge, 53, of Woodbridge, Virginia, is a munitions analyst for the UN Monitoring, Verification and Inspection Commission (UNMOVIC).

Port Police Not Enough

Over 5500 registered members of 60 South Coast fishing clubs are up in arms over losing the long-range all-weather police launch Ken Price and its three full-time officers from the Port Kembla Harbour base.

Pokie Freeze Plan

A new freeze on poker machines in NSW clubs may be extended to include other gaming venues under the State Government's new anti-gambling package to be delivered in the next few weeks.

Anglers Gear Up For Police Fight

Recreational fishermen have vowed to fiercely fight any move to shut down the Port Kembla Water Police. Fishing clubs from the Illawarra, South Coast, Southern Tablelands and western Sydney have united to persuade the State Government that closing the base would be dangerous and irresponsible.

Fishing Party Base In Hunter

Tuesday July 25, 2000

A NEW political party representing the interests of millions of recreational anglers will be based in the Hunter Valley. The Fishing Party will aim to provide a political outlet for frustrated anglers who are facing restrictions on their hobby. The proliferation of protected marine areas and

Journeyman Adds To Wolves' Arsenal

Tuesday October 19, 1999

Striker Stuart Young served his apprenticeship with English Premier League giant Arsenal. Now 26 and a soccer tradesman, he arrived in Wollongong yesterday to join the Wolves. Young had a colourful background with four English clubs before a three-year stint in Singapore. He played his la

All Aboard To Restore Port's Lost Sea Grasses

Monday October 18, 1999

IN THE past two decades, the ecology of Western Port has changed dramatically, almost 70 per cent of vital sea-grass meadows having disappeared. The impact has been significant, with valuable shelter and food for marine life disappearing, and problems like erosion and sediment changing the water qua

Harmful Kelp Found In The Bay

Wednesday July 28, 1999

A noxious Japanese seaweed discovered near St Kilda Pier has sparked a search-and-destroy mission around the north-eastern rim of Port Phillip Bay. Marine authorities have removed what they hope was an isolated outbreak of the seaweed, Undaria pinnatifida, but divers will begin searching north to

Harbour Bays To Keep On Working

Saturday June 5, 1999

Rozelle and Blackwattle Bay, home of Sydney's fishing fleet, will be preserved as Sydney Harbour's first major maritime precinct. The old Glebe Island Bridge will remain open to marine traffic, recreational boating sheds are planned for west Rozelle Bay, and public access will be guaranteed along

Rivals Set To Face Off In Tough Matches

Saturday March 6, 1999

OFFICIALS have ensured clubs get tough workouts in today's Newcastle Rugby Union trials at Marcellin Park by matching up the competition's arch rivals. A swag of local derbies will see Wanderers clash with Merewether-Carlton, Maitland play Singleton and The Waratahs face up to Eastern Districts.

The Aussie Success Story

Thursday December 17, 1998

Australia is still for many the lucky country, especially for overseas soccer clubs who are snapping up our best for what they regard as bargain basement prices. Soccer Australia researcher Binesh Mudaliar has spent the past three years tracking down the moves of the 84 Australians playing professio

Trouble Handling The Truth

Wednesday September 9, 1998

There is a scene in the movie A Few Good Men where Jack Nicholson, a snapping doberman of a US marine colonel, is in the witness box defending the violent culture that leads to the murder of one of his men. As Tom Cruise, playing a navy lawyer, probes relentlessly for the truth, Nicholson suddenly e

Dragon Net: Search For Our Exclusive, Elusive Water Wonders

Tuesday August 11, 1998

They can be "leafy" or "weedy" but, of whichever type, seadragons are in need of more care and protection. And a Sydney green coastal group has invited divers to provide a map of how and where they exist as a first step to ensure their survival. Yesterday, the Marine and Coast