Remembering that she had qualifications in marine biology, I consulted my niece, who thought they were egg cases of moon snails. A search of the Internet (www.projectnoah.org/spottings/10746498) seemed to confirm her suggestion.

The article indicates the eggs are bound together in these strange but regular shapes with mucus and sand.

While the apparent demise of so many eggs would be bad news for the moon snails it would be good news for shell fish such as oysters as, according to the article, the snails are their mortal enemy.

More than 80,000 men and women of the Australian Defence Force (ADF) put on our nation’s uniform and are prepared to place themselves in harm’s way to help others who can’t necessarily help themselves. 

On a recent visit to Afghanistan and Iraq, I had the opportunity to talk to hundreds of ADF personnel involved in training and advising local security forces.

I met some of Australia’s finest young men and women, from every corner of the country and united with a great sense of patriotism and purpose.

On every occasion, I passed on one message from the Australian people: “Thank you for your service.”

It’s a simple phrase, but it can mean a lot when you are spending months away from your loved ones, working in 50 degree heat, concerned for your safety and removed from the simple pleasures of Australian life.

As Australians, we don’t tend to go for the bravado of our American friends and the intensely patriotic recognition of their troops. Caring for veterans and their families is the best way to honour their service and sacrifice.

But perhaps we need to publicly recognise our Navy, Army and Airforce personnel and their families beyond ANZAC Day. 

A simple message of “thank you for your service” each time you meet someone in a military uniform is a good start.

It is with great sadness I let you know my time at the Cancer Council is coming to an end.

Thanks for being part of the amazing event we put on in the Eurobodalla (Stars of Eurobodalla Dance for Cancer 2018) and know you are in very good hands going forward.

Taking my role is Caitlyn Zalewski, she has been with the organisation for seven or so years running Stars of Wollongong and Relay For Life.

She is moving to Narooma so will be a great fit. I know she will run a fantastic event.

She can be contacted on 02 4223 0212 or email Caitlyn.zalewski@nswcc.org.au

Thanks again and wishing you the best.

A really, really, really big thank you to everyone for their support on Daffodil Day 2018.

People from across the community came together and raised $1,596.05

By getting involved, your efforts help bring us one step closer to a cancer-free future.

Take care and be kind to each other.