Letters to the editor from the Narooma News

The woman could not control her dog. Thanks to the two ladies who came to my rescue; one calling a vet to see us in his rooms to give stitches and treat a torn paw. This attack could have easily been on a child or another dog.

Given the turmoil ravaging our national parliament re citizenship, I am curious why ineligible politicians are receiving so much sympathy.

I am just angry that they have duped us for so long. Why should we have a parliament full of foreigners? They have been receiving a generous salary and hiding their ineligibility. Make them pay back whatever they have taken from the Australian people since the day they were elected!

Credit where it is due; and to that end, I have just finished reading your 22/11 editions of the Bay Post/Moruya Examiner and Narooma News, and I am impressed.

It is great to see our local papers giving considered coverage to matters of Eurobodalla Shire Council and more importantly seeking to provide a balance of views from the community.  The two-page spread on the McKay park/50m pool issue (Bay Post) was good to see.

While not forgetting the efforts of more established/experienced writers, It is encouraging to see also the growing confidence and professionalism of recent journalist acquisitions, e.g. Ms Kate Lockley and Ms Zoe Cartwright; likewise the number of column inches they are commanding.

And finally, what a great wee article by Mr Joel Erickson on the game I love so much and the team I wish so well, the Socceroos.

Looking forward to continued efforts for balanced and informed coverage of council issues taking in different perspectives, as they emerge.

It takes 10 minutes for the inside of a car to skyrocket by 20 degrees?

Never to leave pets in a car on a hot day. Dogs can very quickly become distressed, dehydrated and even suffer organ failure. Dogs can’t sweat to cool themselves down, so they are more prone to heat stress and more likely to die quickly in hot conditions, especially puppies and older dogs.

Signs are excessive panting, reddened gums, blood shot eyes, rapid breathing, salivating, wheezing, vomiting, weakness, staggering and loss of consciousness. If your dog is displaying any of these signs, get them into a cooler location quickly.   Wet them with tap water (not iced water) until their breathing settles down, and offer them a drink of water.  If the symptoms persist call your vet for advice.

On behalf of everyone at the Narooma Dog Training Club Branch of Animal Welfare League, have a wonderful Christmas and New Year.