Cobargo
Cobargo is located on the Far South Coast, on the land of the Djiriganj people of the Yuin nation. The village forms part of the “Triangle” region, with Quaama to the South, Bermagui to the East and Tilba to the North - where the sacred mountain Gulaga rises.
The village of Cobargo and surrounding areas were severely impacted by the Black Summer fires, and since that time many in the community have been working hard to bring about recovery and renewal for the village and region. There has been a great deal of energy and work by many individuals, groups and agencies over many months. There is great need for this work and energy to continue well into the future.
Locating the training in Cobargo aims to support those who have been tirelessly working for the future of the village and region, by offering additional skills, motivation and energy to the recovery efforts. The training will also financially support local businesses and organisations who have been challenged by the double impacts of bushfire and Covid 19 restrictions. Image: Ben Marden
VenueThe venue is the Cobargo Showgrounds, corner Avernus Street & Cobargo-Bermagui Road, Cobargo NSW - a place of many gatherings, festivals and events over the years. During the fires, the Showground quickly became the place of refuge and support for people, providing food, supplies and a shoulder to lean on, a real centre of community spirit. The showground is also a venue that can hold a large group of people in collaborative practices, with space to move and a beautiful outlook.
AccommodationFor those that need it, there are lots of options for accommodation in the area, for a variety of budgets. We invite you to come to stay on the Sunday night before the training, so you can arrive fresh on Monday morning.
Camping or Vanning at the Cobargo Showground Bring your camping gear or van and stay at the Showground (location of the training) - showers and toilets on site, and some powered sites. The kitchen area will also be open at key times for you to make your breakfast or dinner. Powered site - $15/night Unpowered site - $10/night (please bring cash) Please let us know when you register if you intend to camp or bring a van, when you intend on arriving, and if you need to borrow camping gear. Accommodation in Cobargo A limited number of budget rooms at the Cobargo Hotel 41 Princes Hwy - 6493 6423 Accommodation at Wallaga Lake Caravan park accommodation or van sites near Bermagui on Wallaga Lake - about 20 minutes’ drive from the training venue. Big4 Wallaga Lake Holiday Park 200 Wallaga Lake Rd, Wallaga Lake - 6493 4655 Regatta Point Holiday Park 35 Regatta Point Rd, Wallaga Lake - 6493 4253 Accommodation in Bermagui About 20 minutes’ drive from the training venue. There is cabin, hotel and motel accommodation, and lots of holiday cottages, B&Bs and houses in town for rent. Here are a few links: Bermagui Beach Hotel 10 Lamont St, Bermagui - 6493 4206 Harbourview Motel 56-58 Lamont St. Bermagui NSW Bermagui Holiday Park 1 Lamont St, Bermagui - 6493 4382 Harbourview House, Bermagui 56-58 Lamont St, Bermagui - 0456 821 818 Bellbird Cottage B&B 88 Nutleys Creek Rd, Bermagui - 6493 5274 Here’s a couple of sites to find more, and of course there's always AirBnB Holidu Vacation Renter If you feel more adventurous and want to go off grid in the bush, staying on the Bermagui River about 30 mins from the training venue, check out The Crossing Land Education Centre. Places to eatPlenty of good food is included during the training days and here is a guide to eating at other times.
In Cobargo The pub has evening meals In Bermagui A good choice of venues from pub meals at Bermagui Beach Hotel To something a bit special at Octopii Cafe Or our favourite, fish and chips at Blue Wave Breakfasts Just a heads-up that both Cobargo and Bermagui don't have cafes that open before 8am, so that will make it a bit tight to get to our 9am start time each day. Woolworths is at Bermagui if you need to get your own breakfast supplies. For those camping or vanning at the Showground, we will have the kitchen open for you to use - with fridges for supplies. |