All's fair in love and giant oysters
Batemans Bay oyster farmer Bernie Connell is widely recognized as the top competitor in the Narooma Oyster Festival's 'Australia's biggest oyster' contest, having won multiple times. His only loss came when rival oyster farmer Kirk Hargreaves claimed the title one year. The competition highlights the friendly rivalry and community spirit among local oyster growers.
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