"My aunt wanted help to do something for her community and thought we could provide for the well-being of the men that have been heavily effected by the fires there - to help make them feel good" James explained.

"Who doesn't feel better after a haircut and a shave?" he said

The drive out to Nerrigundah was a real eye-opener due to the amount of forest that has been burned and the homes and historical buildings that have been lost.

Well-deserving of some pampering was Captain of the Nerrigundah fire Brigade, Ron Threlfall who has been kept busy throughout the fire period and has also coordinated donations and local support at the fire shed being the hub for residents out there.

"They were all so appreciative and felt better after a bit of a tidy up"

"I also felt great for having provided the hair cuts and that doing something like this really made a difference to them"

"As a matter-of-fact I am now going to a few more of these 'random acts of kindness' in the area now and encourage others to do so" said James. "It's what awesome communities do!"

The Sunrise morning show contacted James for an on-air interview at Malua Bay as a result of the pictures he posted on the Coastal Barber Co instagram feed.

Narooma Dog Training Club has announce three canine education programs for 2020 - Obedience, Agility and Rally Obedience.

Obedience - this training program is important for learning basic handling skills for the owner and socialising their pet dog, leading to many years of happy dog ownership. Narooma Dog Training Club's (NDTC) experienced Instructors are able to help with many canine behavioural problems, such as lunging and jumping, and are happy to answer all questions.

Rally Obedience (also known as Rally or Rally O) is a dog sport based on commands learned in the obedience program. In Rally O the handler proceeds around a course of designated stations with their dog in heel position, under the watchful eye of a dedicated Instructor. The course consists of 10 to 20 signs that 'tells' the handler what to do. This program is open to all handlers who would have completed the Green Class with NDTC.

Agility first appeared in England in 1978 as a demonstration at the famous Crufts Dog Show. The creators of dog agility were inspired by horse jumping competitions. It is intended to show off the natural speed and agility of the dog, and build a common language between handler and dog. The handler uses body language to communicate clearly and guide their dog safely through tunnels, over hurdles and between poles, as well as other obstacles. Agility is also a fun way for both handler and dog to get fit together.

Need more information? Ring 0458 953 281. New registrations are welcome the first Saturday of every month.

Today I met a woman who told me she had left the air conditioning on for her dogs when she went to work.

It was only 27 outside.

We have been specifically asked not to waste electricity while the area is recovering from the fires, but apart from that, we should all try to conserve our resources in order to reduce carbon emissions.

Remember the song from Sesame Street: 'If everybody did it, can't you see ...?'