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Kids get Wild this weekend THE Wildside Festival is on this weekend. And as part of the many activities and information sessions throughout the weekend, one lucky child has the opportunity to win for their family a special Family Pass to the Western Plains Zoo. Myall Coast News has got on board as a sponsor of the weekend, offering a family pass valued at $131.40. This Wideside weekend, it’s called the Myall Coast News Lucky Kids Prize Draw. Every child-related event will have tickets on hand to give away to kids. Children can collect as many tickets as they can, and be ready for the Myall Coast News Lucky Kids Prize Draw on Saturday afternoon. The prize is regarded as one of the most popular kids and family activates in NSW and the family pass can be uses anytime within the next 9 months.
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Answering community concerns, but some are not satisfied.
q TARONGA ZOO: the newest edition to Taronga’s Western Lowland Gorilla family, a male baby born to experienced mother, Frala, in May. Photo: Rick Stevens
MIDCOAST Water and Great Lakes Council recently met with concerned Hawks Nest residents regarding the irrigation upgrade of Myall Park in Yamba Street, Hawks Nest. The proposal has been met with mixed reactions however Great Lakes Council and MidCoast Water feel they have addressed and communicated openly with residents to diminish concerns put forward. The meeting, which was held on Wednesday 2
September, saw around 12 residents talk to Council and MidCoast Water. Council’s Manager of Parks and Recreation, Mr Andrew Staniland said, “It was very pleasing that by the end of this meeting, we have agreed to proceed with a trial of the new irrigation system.” Some residents remain uncertain and even publicly objecting to the upgrade which is scheduled to go ahead. CONTINUED Page 4
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WEDNESDAYS MyallCoastNewsof the area WINTER WANDERLUST Wildside Festival 2015 Friday 11 September Promotion
Program of Events 8:30am 7:00pm
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Golf on the Wild Side, Hawks Nest Golf Course Christian Patteson’s Spotlighting Walk. Meet at Hawks Nest Newsagency For a fu ll list of Saturday 12 September events and con ta c (In and around the Hawks Nest Community Hall) participati t details for on, go to www. walkonth 9:30am - 2:00pm RFS Fire Engine hands on display ewildside .net.au 9:30am - 2:00pm Lionesses Bric-a-Brac stall 9:30am - 2:00pm Wildflower display in the hall 9:30am - 2:00pm Visitor Information Centre stall 9:30am - 2:00pm Arts and Crafts Display 9:30am - 2:00pm Galleries in the Gardens art in the hall 9:30am - 2:00pm Red Cross refreshments 9:30am - 2:00pm Newcastle Native Plants Society stall 9:30am - 2:00pm Great Lakes Council display 9:30am - 2:00pm NATF Wildlife Rescue 9:30am - 2:00pm NPWS hands-on activities 9:30am - 2:00pm Photo competition finalists display (in the hall) 10:00am What Weed is That? (talk) 10:45am What Weed is That? (walk) 11:00am - 2:00pm Face Painting 11:00am - 2:00pm Hands-on kids activities 11:00am Koala Talk 11:45am Christian Patteson’s Koala Walk 11:30am Wildlife Rescue Talk 12:00pm - 1:30pm Sausage Sizzle 12:00pm Myall Coast Ukestra 12:45pm St Josephs Choir, Buladelah 1:30pm TG School and Community Band 2:00pm Photo Comp Winners Announced 2:00pm Michael Rowe Wildflower Walk. Meet at National Park Boundary, Mungo Brush Rd 2:05pm Myall Coast News Lucky Kids Prize Draw – The WINNER of a Family Pass to Taronga Western Plains Zoo will be drawn and announced. Winner must be present.
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HAVE you wondered what goes on at The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) outpost on Buckets Way, Stroud? On Saturday 26 September UTS is giving Karuah Valley residents the opportunity to visit its Stroud Field Station for the first time. From 11am to 3pm at the UTS Field Station (Near Alderley Creek) and there is no cost. The Field Station is used as
an environmental teaching and research facility and as a field base for further studies in the surrounding region. The Open Day program will appeal to people of all ages with hands on activities, competitions, scientific equipment displays, a tour of the bushland site and the chance to test your own water sample. There is even a special guessing competition for those who can count yabbies!
Not to mention a free sausage sizzle operated by the Stroud Public School P&C Association. The event will take place rain or shine - a covered outdoor learning area is onsite. Staff from UTS Faculty of Science, School of Life Sciences look forward to meeting you with family and friends on Saturday 26 September 2015!
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Hunter Quarries are proud supporters of: Bulahdelah Soccer Club. Bulahdelah Show. Bulahdelah Golf Club. Tea Gardens Baptist Church. Karuah Pre-School. Karuah Primary School. Karuah Bowling Club. Karuah Golf Club. Bundabah Tennis Club. Clarencetown Football Club.
Hunter Medical Research Institute East Gresford Showground. The Crime Prevention Review. Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI) The 43rd & 44th Solo Hunter region local Government Golf Day. Myall Coast News of the area Bulahdelah Soccer Club. Bulahdelah Show. Bulahdelah Golf Club. Tea Gardens Baptist Church. Karuah Pre-School. Karuah Primary School.
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CIVIC PRECINCT SITE Council was very fortunate to obtain the old school site in Forster’s CBD adjacent to the School of Arts site. The acquisition has allowed us to think big and entertain many new options to make sure our development of that site is in the community’s best interests. To that end, we have called for tenders to appoint a development manager. This move will ensure that we can lay the very best options before our community when we ask for your input. We have also applied for grant funding to assist with the project under the Federal Government’s National Stronger Regions Fund programme. You can find out more about the project on our website or contact Council. GRANTS FOR OUR PARKS We were very pleased to hear we have received $447,634 in funding from the NSW State Government’s Public Reserves Management Fund Program (PRMFP). The funding will help deliver an upgrade of power and water at Nabiac Showground ($377,190), the surfacing of the toddler wet play area at Nabiac Swimming Pool ($20,444) and the replacement of termite damaged light poles and obsolete lighting in the lighting towers at Bulahdelah Showground ($50,000). Council will be working closely with the Bulahdelah Showground Committee and Nabiac District Swimming Pool Committee to deliver these projects.
PARKING SENSORS YOU’LL PAY IF YOU OVERSTAY Visitors and locals alike need to be aware that there will be parking sensors in Memorial Drive and Wharf Street from Monday 12 September. Working with our Chamber of Commerce, we have placed the sensors to ensure people don’t overstay in car parks close the main street. This will mean you can get a car park when you need to get business done and shop quickly. There are 60 new car spaces opening up in the new Wallis Street car park (opposite Forster Towers) which will be untimed and all-day spaces should you need to stay longer.
SPRING HOLIDAYS Spring school holidays start on Saturday 19 September and after experiencing one of our best winter seasons ever for visitors, we are hoping to have lots of people enjoying our beautiful holiday region this spring. For those who may be carers for children, please see our school holiday activities in our libraries.
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Stormy is at Festival
q INFORMATIVE: Christian Patteson will be at the Wildside Festival and lead his well attended Spotlight Walk.
Lucky Wideside Child will Win
LOCAL identity Christian “Stormy” Patteson is again heavily involved in the Wildside Festival this year, as he has been in its entire 10 year history. On Friday 11 September he will lead his ever-popular spotlighting walk from Hawks Nest newsagency at 7pm. He doesn’t think he can match last year’s effort where he found two koalas but he is sure he’ll find possums, spiders and squirrel gliders. So, bring the kids and a torch. On Saturday he will lead a koala spotting walk from the “Old” library in daylight at 11:45am following Gail and Ian Morphett’s koala talk. Another highlight of the Festival is the wildflower display Stormy puts on in the Community Hall, including some of his stunning photography and, in his spare time, he is judging the Festival photography competition. Last week he was doing some scouting for likely koala spotting sites and amazingly found his first one of the spring, a young male, in the grounds of the Hawks Nest Community Hall. It would be great if he was still there for the Festival.
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Monday 14th September from 9.30am $12 entry includes Morning Tea, Bowls or Trivia & 2 Course Luncheon. Names must be in by Tue 8.9.15 Craftwork, Home Cooking, Bric-a-Brac, Tombola, Raffles, Lucky Door Prizes & 100 Club. All monies raised to Oncology Unit Calvary Mater Hospital
being recorded and we will keep drawing tickets until we have a winner.” Get behind the Wildside Festival and get your family in
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Spokesperson of the Wildside Festival, Ian Morphett said, “It’s a great initiative by the NOTA to get involved and help us get the kids interested in all the events going on over the weekend of WildSide.” “There will be tickets available at each of the youth related events and stalls, with the draw
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q DISCUS PAD: The build-up currently occurring when irrigation is on in Myall Park. FROM Page 1 Phillip and Stuart Daniel told Myall Coast News Of The Area that at the meeting neighbours commented the spray was drifting about half way down the car park in a couple of knots of breeze. “Where Mr Staniland viewed from our verandah, you could see the obvious unsuitability as the spray would directly impact our homes with nuisance recycled sewage spray if implemented,” said Mr Daniel. “Only a sub surface system or diverting to the croquet and Providence Bay Park and retaining the oval with groundwater irrigation would solve this issue,” he said. Another concerned resident, Denis Hainsworth took a photo morning after
the meeting showing current irrigation pooling in the discus pad. “This would present a significant health risk to children and animals if it were recycled sewage,” said Mr Hainsworth. MidCoast Water’s Group Manager Planning and Development, Mr Daniel Brauer said that the treated water will be subject to very rigorous testing before it is released down the pipes. “MidCoast Water ensures the water meets health standards before release,” said Mr Brauer. “Three state government agencies - NSW Health, the Environmental Protection Authority and the NSW Department of Primary Industries (Water) have expressed their support for the implementation of the
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scheme and the irrigation of Myall Park.” Recycled water has been used extensively across Australia and in the Great Lakes and is proven to be a safe method of reusing treated effluent for irrigation of public open spaces. Council and MidCoast have listened to the concerns of residents living close to the Park and believe they have adapted the irrigation system to address these concerns. Council will install new sprinkler heads that pump less water over a smaller area, to better keep the water on the field. Council has also
rescheduled the irrigation to take place at 2am on selected days, to both minimise inconvenience to Park users and reduce evaporation of water. Wind meters have been installed which will alert the
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system to stop irrigating once winds pick up. This will ensure prevention of wind drift of the irrigation water. “We look forward to interested members of the community being
ATTACK: Mr Quinliven, airlifted to Hospital.
able to compare the new irrigation system with the current system at a second demonstration. We envisage we will be in a position to start irrigating with recycled water in November or December as planned,” said Mr Staniland.
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Experts say Great White
where onlookers were able to get him out of the water. The member of the Black Head Surf Club was first assisted by a doctor who was on the beach at the time. His wounds were best attended to as the chopper was on its way. Mr Quinlivan had lost a lot of blood and speediness was very important. A NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI) shark biologist identified the shark species as a Great White based on a formal investigation of the bite pattern. “It’s estimated the shark was about 2.5 metres in length,” a spokesman said.
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THE shark that attacked 65 year old David Quinlivan has been identified as a 2.5 metre Great White. Mr Quinlivan was bit after being struck off his surf-ski at Black Head Beach Hallidays Point, north of Forster last Friday morning. The retired firefighter was airlifted the John Hunter Hospital and had surgery to severe injuries located on his lower leg. He was alone in the surf at the time of the attack. Mr Quinlivan fell into the water and was able to get back on the surf ski. He was able to get closer to shore
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THE Myall Coast Chamber of Commerce & Tourism (MCCT) is well underway in preparations for this year’s Myall River Festival on Saturday 31 October repeating last year’s successful one day format that attracted over 6000 people. The MCCT is pleased to announce a major feature of the 2015 festival is partnership with the Myall River Action Group in celebrating the progress of recent river rejuvenation works by featuring a series of eye catching cruises to ‘the short cut’ during the day on a Ferrylink vessel. A great deal of interest from local and afar is being generated by the achievements of the rejuvenation project.
The educational cruises will allow an up close look at the effects of the works so far and hopefully a dolphin encounter or two. Access to the cruises will be by gold coin donation. Boat departure times will be confirmed closer to the event. Chamber President Graham Halley said, “Everyone in our community has always known that everything is Better by the Myall and the festival provides the perfect opportunity for locals to celebrate our river and areas’ appeal and to invite family and friends from out of town to come and experience it with us.” A full all day program of entertainment and activities both
on and off the water will include musical entertainment and stage performances, street performers and fun roving characters, on water demonstrations and sailpast, the Green Paws Pet Show, a wide range market and food stalls and community information stalls, amusement rides and free Kidz Play Zone, Illuminations and lantern parade, plus the conclusion of a spectacular fireworks display at approx. 8:15pm. The event coordinators wish to hear from any local artisans or food producers who may be interested in having a stall at the festival. For further information contact Coordinators Craig Foot on 0428 685 232.
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BULAHDELAH Meals on Wheels needs you! “We’re not calling for volunteers, although helpers are always welcome, but we would love to be serving hot lunchtime meals to more of you in our community,” said Meredyth Rae from the Meals of Wheels group at Bulahdelah. “We have been delivering delicious hot meals, prepared in the Great Lakes Nursing Home kitchen, for many, many years,” she said. The Meal on Wheels service has allowed elderly people to remain in their homes as long as possible and helped support, plus take the load off friends and relatives who provide for
their loved ones. They also have helped people of all ages, some of who need time to recover from a stay in hospital or an operation. Ms Rae said, “Our wonderful volunteer drivers are always ready for a chat. Sometimes being the only face clients see throughout their day.” “Many of you may think, ‘Oh, I don’t need meals on wheels yet!’, but we’re there simply to make your life a little easier as it gets more difficult for you to prepare your own meals.” If you’d like to organise meals for yourself, or for someone you care for, please call Meredyth Rae on 4997 4146, or mobile 0401014146.
Shearwater developments on agenda Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Progress Association meeting is scheduled for Monday
THE upcoming Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Progress Association meeting has some key issues to be discussed and addressed. The meeting is planned for 14 September and first on the agenda is the report on the Shearwater developments. Progress Association President Trevor Jennings said this report will be contacted by Ronnie Nichols and will particularly interest those residents on the ‘heights’. Other items of discussion will be the truck noise on Myall Way. “We will discuss Council’s negative response to the Association’s request for an advisory sign to alert
truck drivers not to use their loud exhaust brakes when travelling along the flat section of Myall Way, after having descended the hill from the lookout into Tea Gardens,” Mr Jennings told Myall Coast News. The third item on the agenda is designed to generate some initial discussion regarding the future of the swimming pool. Council’s long term plan involves relocating all Council recreational facilities, including the pool, to an area within the future Myall Downs development but there is some concern that this location is far too remote from the rest of the community, especially those
q PRESIDENT: Trevor Jennings will chair the upcoming Progress Association meeting. residents at Hawks Nest. “Of course, a modern indoor pool is well overdue but its design,
layout and location will need to be the subject of intense community consultation,” said Mr Jennings. The proposed and recently reported Grey and Thespian Mardi Gras is a project that has been initiated to further rejuvenate the commercial centre of Hawks Nest. Mr Jennings said, “The discussion at the meeting is expected to confirm the need for the event, funding sources and seek feedback on the many aspects of its organisation, to be run during Seniors Week next April.” “Volunteers from the general community are sought to help with the planning and implementation
of the event. In this regard, I can be contacted on 0431 250 563,” he said. Other items to be discuss will be Marine Drive, Footpath widening in Kingfisher Avenue, Lights and Pelicans on the bridge, Friendly Grocer site at Hawks Nest, Seating and landscaping at Hawks Nest, Proposed boardwalk at Winda Woppa, Proposed ‘Dump-point’, $1000 grant for artwork, Volunteers for the Information Centre, and other general business. The meeting is scheduled for a 7pm start, in the Old Library in Booner Street Hawks Nest this Monday 14 September.
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From Dads to Fashion Lioness group wrap up Father’s Day, now preparing for the Annual Fashion Show
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DAD’S DAY: Ted Mowbray, Alwyn Fripp, George Mallam and son Richard Mallam.
By Max BOWMAN TEA Gardens Hawks Nest Lionesses are making preparations for this year’s fashion show at the Hawks Nest Community Hall on Monday 28 September from 7.00pm. With sponsors, BT’s for Fashion and Mungo Road Surf Shop the night promises to be a great opportunity to view and purchase the latest in fashion whilst supporting the fundraising of the Lionesses. President Vivienne Boyd said, “We are looking forward to this year’s fashion parade and to raise much needed money for
Restoration and Rehabilitation MEMBER for Myall Lakes Stephen Bromhead is calling for community organisations, Great Lakes Council and Greater Taree City Council to apply for a share in the NSW Government’s $5.3 million Restoration and Rehabilitation Grants Program. The Grants Program aims to help community organisations, local councils and other groups run projects to prevent or reduce environmental degradation at a local level. “I urge community organisations, other groups, Great Lakes Council and Greater Taree City Council to apply for this grants program which helps protect and repair local environments,”
Mr Bromhead said. “This grants program is a grass roots program which aims to restore degraded environmental resources, including rare and endangered ecosystems, protect important ecosystems and habitats of rare and endangered flora and fauna and prevent or minimise future environmental damage.” Environment Minister Mark Speakman said these grants would help communities and organisations to conduct important environmental work that protects, restores and improves vulnerable ecosystems from degradation.
one of the areas worthy organisations.” “We have yet to announce the recipient which will be decided at an upcoming meeting.” Vivienne added. Tickets for the parade are available from both Myall Pharmacies at Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest, Mungo Road Surf Shop, BT’s for Fashion and CTC. Tickets are $10 which includes a supper. The 2015 Lioness Fashion Parade will also have raffles and other fun activities all in the name of charitable fundraising. Keeping up with their caring and supportive nature, Thursday 3
September saw the Lionesses make their annual Father’s Day visit to Peter Sinclair Gardens and The Manor. The ladies shared a morning tea with the gentlemen and presented each one with a small gift to help get them in the spirit of Father’s Day. These visits are much appreciated by the men and enjoyed by the Lionesses who recognise that not everyone gets a visit on Father’s Day. The smiles on the faces of the men was enough to show the thanks for the caring of a community group dedicated to helping others.
“There is $2 million available to community and not for profit organisations, $2 million for government entities and a further $1.3 million is available for owners and managers of NSW State Heritage Register listed properties.” Applications for grants of $5,000 to $100,000 close on Friday, 18 September 2015. Grants are available for projects where work is carried out over a period of up to three years.
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THEME: Sofie Whitby bursting bubbles at the Under Sea Book Fair.
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BOOKS: Charlie Garemyn and Taylah Tassell checking out some of the books.
Extraordinary entries YES it’s true, lots of people have ‘gone batty’ in the name of the Bat Flats Art Competition, according to the organising team of this very unusual national event which emanated from the dual townships of Hawks Nest and Tea Gardens. There has been a wide variety of entries and also many enquiries about buying some of these unique artworks. From quirky to traditional, simple to highly decorative – they all make ideal feature pieces for an outdoor wall while discreetly giving little micro bats much-needed homes. Arts industry notable Joe Eisenberg, OAM, will arrive in town on Friday 2 October to make his independent determination of the winners. Then that evening the Myall River Art Walk group and Tea Gardens Hotel will co-host a special preview of the Bat Flats Art Competition exhibition. This will be held from 5pm to 7pm at the Dolphin Room of Tea Gardens Hotel, waterfront on Marine Drive, Tea Gardens. An invitation is extended
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to the community to attend the preview and find out what all the fuss has been about. It has been said that the exhibition could be the biggest display of decorative bat flats in the world! Entry is free and a drink and nibblies will be provided. Attendees can vote for their favourite bat flat in the People’s Choice award, and of course consider purchasing a beautiful bat flat. Funds raised will go toward the promotion of art and assisting endangered native species. Entries will remain on display in the Dolphin Room over the October long weekend (2-5 October, 2015).
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BULAHDELAH Central School recently held their annual Bookfair, which included a range of colour, flare, fun and books. Teachers Ms Mostyn and Mrs Robards put in many hours of work, leading up to
the event, to make the day as fun and stimulating for the students as possible. They transformed the school hall into an underwater paradise, complete with the SS Hudson and motley crew.
Sally Graham, Primary Deputy Principal for Bulahdelah Central School said, “I would like to thank all parents for their support of this significant yearly event. What a fantastic effort!”
this date has been brought forward with work beginning on Friday 11 September in Erin Street Stroud. Work will begin on the Bucketts Way at the Booral School zone on Wednesday
16 September. Drivers are advised that partial lane closures may be in place while the work is being carried out to ensure the safety of road users and workers.
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q DIRECTOR: Elizabeth Deane. ELIZABETH Deane, the Director for Myall Coast Entertainers (MCE) this year has chosen ‘Radio Plays With A Difference,’ and would like to share her interpretation of such plays. “Following on from the successful radio play, ‘Cyril’s Missing Nuggets’ that was successfully performed at North Arm Cove a few years, the delighted audiences said I must do it again,” said Elizabeth. “It is all in the deliverance of the lines, facial expressions and body language,” said Elizabeth. “Because there is no actual acting it is quite a challenge and stretches the imagination of both players and audience.” “Unlike traditional radio plays, the actors will be in costume and the stage will be dressed,” said Ms Deane. “The Goons took advantage of this medium/genre and you can watch them, and other radio plays on U Tube.” Elizabeth has adapted the two plays, ‘He Said And She Said,’ and ‘The Misused Mill Girl’ into radio productions for the first time ever. These live plays will have a powerful visual component, unlike normal radio which relies only on dialogue and sound effects, according to MCE President Allan Wilson. The two plays will be performed from the 14 to 17 October. Tickets at $15 each, are available now at Tea Gardens Ice Cream Shack as well as Hawks Nest and Tea Gardens Pharmacies. BYO food and drink.
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SHED BENEFITS: Men’s Shed, Frank Seysener and Member for Paterson Bob Baldwin MP.
FEDERAL Member for Paterson, Bob Baldwin this week has said that local Men’s Shed’s throughout Paterson would benefit from the Abbott Government’s Father’s Day announcement to secure funding for the organisation until 2019. Mr Baldwin said Round 11 of the National Shed Development Programme was currently open and the local sheds could apply for up to $8,000 in funding. “Our local Men’s Sheds play a very important role in our community to keep men active and contributing to their mental health and physical wellbeing,”
Mr Baldwin said. “I have long been an advocate for the fantastic work the Men’s sheds do, I recently visited the Raymond Terrace Men’s shed, who were successful recipients of a $6500 grant, and I know the good works these Sheds do, they reduce social isolation, particularly for older men and people living in rural and remote areas,” Mr Baldwin said. To provide certainty, the Abbott Government has guaranteed funding for Men’s Sheds for a further three years to 2019. “The decision to guarantee
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Citizen scientists workshop GREAT Lakes Council and Karuah and Great Lakes Landcare are hosting a free public workshop on the use of remote, motion-activated cameras in the detection of wildlife
in the Great Lakes area. The workshop will be held on Saturday 12 September from 9.30am to 3.15pm at Bulahdelah. The guest speaker is Dr Chris
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funding will allow men’s sheds to maintain their shed, buy new tools or start new projects. It’s great news for the sheds and the men who use them.” The $4.5 million commitment over the next three years will also assist the Australian Men’s Sheds Association to develop and maintain relationships and linkages with health providers and employ strategies to more effectively reach and engage men. Applications for grants are assessed by the Australian Men’s Shed Association, in accordance with guidelines agreed by the Department of Health. All
of native and feral animals, including a broad program of threatened species research in local State Forests. Council’s Senior Ecologist Mat Bell said, “The Great Lakes is a region of incredibly high biodiversity. Landholders can use motion-activated cameras to learn about the native wildlife on their properties. They are also invaluable in learning about the presence and movements of feral pests, such as wild dogs, foxes and feral cats. We are pleased to offer a scientist of the calibre of Dr McLean to inform the community about how, where and why motionactivated cameras can be used.” The workshop will draw heavily from Dr McLean’s own experience and involve both theory and practical demonstrations. “We have already had a lot of interest in this workshop. Our aim is to encourage people to learn more about their natural environment. Through this learning, we can expect greater awareness and stewardship, which will lead to better care of our precious environment,” said Robyn Lamond of Karuah and Great Lakes Landcare. The workshop will also see the launch of an exciting new program, involving a loans scheme of motion-activated cameras for local landholders to become Citizen Scientists. “Hunter Local Land Services
sheds are eligible to apply for funding under the National Shed Development Programme (NSDP). Grants are awarded on a competitive basis up to a total of $8,000 (GST exclusive), with priority given to sheds in disadvantaged areas. Round 11 of the NSDP is currently open for applications and closes on September 18. Sheds are able to apply for up to a total of $8,000 across three funding categories – tools, equipment, community projects and training; building maintenance and development; and health improvement activities.
has contributed to the event by funding the purchase of two highquality motion-activated cameras which will be loaned to interested landholders in the Karuah and Great Lakes area. Participants will see first-hand how effective these cameras are and they will discover what’s living on their land,” said Mrs Lamond. Nev Reis, Regional Landcare Facilitator from Hunter Local Land Services said, “We are proud to support this event, as it encourages landholders in the Karuah and Great Lakes area to learn more about their land, and about managing native flora and fauna for biodiversity, while supporting sustainable land management practices for the future”. “Hunter LLS encourages landholders to become involved in citizen science programs to act as volunteer collectors of information about native species travelling through and living on properties. The Program also helps identify pests such as foxes, wild dogs and feral cats that have a large impact on our native fauna,” Mr Reis said. The workshop is funded by the Foundation for National Parks and Wildlife, with support from Hunter Local Land Services. Numbers are strictly limited. Inquires about attending the workshop should be directed to Karen Bee of Great Lakes Council on (02) 6591 7222.
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NEW: Parking sensors are designed to improve turnover of parking spaces close to Forster businesses.
You’ll pay if you overstay Parking sensors in Forster, fairer for everyone
YOU would be forgiven for thinking Great Lakes Council was simply revenueraising by adding parking sensors to Memorial Drive Forster from Monday 14 September, but in reality the introduction of the sensors in Memorial Drive and Wharf Street Forster will be a fairer system for drivers in the Great Lakes. And you might be surprised to learn that it’s not about the revenue at all! Council’s Manager of Waste Health and Regulatory Services, Mr John Cavanagh confirmed that parking sensors, which are electronic devices installed under the road surface in a car parking space, will be installed in Memorial Drive and Wharf Street. The sensor measures how long a car remains parked. “In actual fact, Council is hoping that all drivers will comply with parking limits in Memorial Drive and Wharf Street and no one will get fined,” said Mr Cavanagh. “However, a small number of drivers regularly choose to disobey the rules by parking longer than allowed. These drivers take away public parking resources that otherwise would be available to law abiding drivers in our community.” “Please warn your family and friends
and spread the word - you will get fined if you overstay in Memorial Drive and Wharf Street Forster. We’d like everyone to be aware,” said Mr Cavanagh. Rangers have been asked to issue cautions only, not fines, for a brief honeymoon period to help drivers get used to the new system. The Forster Tuncurry Business Chamber President, Gary Gersbach said the sensors are a result of the Chamber working with Council on the proposed removal of car parking spaces in Memorial Drive. “The sensors should enable more efficient use of car parking so the business community will benefit and demonstrate the benefit of this parking rather than their removal. We support timed parking spaces. The shorter stays allow our customers to find a car park in busy peak periods.” “In addition, more visitors to an area generates more business for traders. If you want to browse at the shops for an extended time or go fishing on the wharf, why not take advantage of free parking just a short stroll away in Wallis Street?” The sensors work by detecting when a car parks and measuring how long it stays in the space. The sensor is programmed with the parking time limit
and has knowledge of the current day and time, as its clock is synchronised with an internet time server. If the car stays longer than the posted time limit, plus a grace period, a patrolling ranger will be alerted. The ranger can then inspect the car to determine whether it is appropriate to issue a penalty notice. “If you are one of the vast majority of Great Lakes residents and visitors who obey the parking time limits in Memorial Drive and Wharf Street, you have nothing to fear,” said Mr Cavanagh. “On the other hand - you’ll pay if you overstay.” “These sensors have been used since 2005 in many New South Wales locations, including Newcastle, Coffs Harbour and Port Macquarie,” said Mr Cavanagh. “The sensor information has been upheld in court appeals against fines and is considered reliable.” Council expects that after a short introductory period, fewer penalty notices will be issued for this offence - so Council’s revenue will drop substantially. Drivers who previously disobeyed parking time limits will learn that overstaying is no longer a bet worth taking.
A NEW inquiry into elder abuse in New South Wales has been established to help protect the elderly from neglect, financial abuse and physical or sexual abuse. Established by existing Upper House Committee ‘General Purpose Standing Committee No. 2’, the inquiry will examine the prevalence of abuse experienced by the elderly – one of the most vulnerable groups in our community. The committee will be chaired by the Hon Greg Donnelly MLC and will commence public hearing in late November, with the committee intending to report by May 2016. Shadow Minister for Ageing Sophie Cotsis will
also join the inquiry. The committee will be seeking submissions from individuals and the wider community. The closing date for written submissions is Sunday 15 November 2015. Submissions can be made via www.parliament.nsw. gov.au/gpsc2 Shadow Minister for Ageing Sophie Cotsis said, “As many as 50,000 older people in NSW have experienced some form of abuse and only one in five cases of elder abuse are reported – this needs to change.” “This inquiry will be crucial to ensuring some of the most vulnerable people in our community are protected and cared for,” she said.
NSW Minister for Ageing John Ajaka has announced an exclusive offer with OPSM that will allow NSW Seniors Card Holders to take advantage of additional discounts on health services. Mr Ajaka said that the offer with OPSM of 20 per cent off frames and 20 per cent off lenses is available to all Seniors Card holders across NSW for six weeks from Friday 28 August to 7 October 2015. “I am delighted to announce this additional discount being offered by OPSM to NSW Seniors Card Holders because I am committed to delivering the NSW Government’s election
commitment to ease cost of living pressures for our seniors,” said Mr Ajaka. Mr Ajaka was joined by Seniors Card holder David Collyer of Lindfield who said that the OPSM offer is another benefit of being a NSW Seniors Card holder. “This is a great offer – every little bit helps,” said Mr Collyer. Myall Lakes MP Stephen Bromhead said, “As a wearer of reading glasses myself I know the costs involved, so the offer of 20 per cent off frames and 20 per cent off lenses is available to all Seniors Card holders for six weeks from now to 7 October 2015.”
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PINDIMAR home on 1672sqm block listed for just $465,000 DO you crave the sound of birds instead of the sound of car horns? Dream of that home-grown vegetable patch instead of fighting at the supermarket? Well here the Butcher bird has set up home to court his ladies hidden in the front garden. The fruit bats are partial to the banana palms, the birds sing at will in the Lillipilli trees while feasting on their fruit, the magpies think they rule, the rosellas and parrots gather enmasse at the birdbaths while the kookaburras keep a keen eye on the fish pond! This backyard has a wonderful array of natural animal life. On the sealed road to the waterfront of South Pindimar this two bedroom home is hidden behind lush trees on 1672sqm double block. Private, welcoming, east facing, it is only 200m from the waters of Port Stephens and an easy fifteen minute drive to Tea Gardens. Walk through the entry door onto beautifully crafted iron bark timber floors throughout this open plan home. The kitchen has
been handmade from recycled timber and is the hub of the living area. Other features of the home include reverse cycle airconditioning, combustion fireplace, large water tanks under the verandas - never run out of water!, vents in the ceiling for temperature control summer and winter, back shed for more room, ‘port bottle’ barbecue, a ‘sitting’ pool for those hot summer days or evenings with a wine, citrus trees, dual access - from sealed road and back lane, spare point watering system for lawn and garden maintenance, septic system no need for pump-out. The list goes on........ Take in all this back yard beauty while relaxing under the spacious covered veranda, or share a private cuppa on the small back patio. An outstanding opportunity to secure a great environment for the family. Don’t miss out, call today for a viewing. For more information call John Rumble from Hawks Nest First National on 49970262.
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SPIT: Terry Hayden, Rod Blanch and Tim Motum prepare the feast.
Korsman’s spit roast highlight THE Myall Lakes Aquatic Club recently held their ‘Weekend at Korsman’s’ where a lamb on the spit was the highlight of the weekend. Publicity offices of the club Daphne Motum said, “The event attracted many expert chefs, all with different input.” “Beautiful weather made
it very pleasant for well over 30 people and because of the location we had boats, caravans and day trippers in cars,” she said. The Club’s storage boat “The Prawn” is now undergoing major maintenance and should be back in the water for the upcoming outing at Engel’s
Won’t proceed with the Bank Deposit Taxes BALDWIN: Lower taxes are a key part of plan
BOB Baldwin has said the Government will not proceed with Labor’s Bank Deposit Tax. “Labor’s Bank Deposit Tax would have imposed costs of $1.5 billion on Australians with savings,” Mr Baldwin said. “This Government is in the business of protecting the savings of people from Paterson – not raiding them. Our action today reflects the Government’s determination to deliver lower, simpler and fairer taxes. “This decision comes after extensive consultations with stakeholders and the community. “Labor’s Bank Deposit Tax would have put regional and community banks at a disadvantage relative to the big four banks, further disadvantaging hard working Australians.”
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which is scheduled for 10 and 11 October. Prior to that however, the AGM will take place at Nerong Hall on Saturday 12th September. “This is a catered event and it appears that there will be many new faces on the committee,” said Ms Motum.
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Mr Baldwin said the tax would have penalised Australians for being financially responsible. “What’s worse – then Treasurer Chris Bowen booked the revenue – with a start date of 1 January 2016 – but failed to legislate the change,” Mr Baldwin said. “The Coalition Government has also dumped Bill Shorten’s raid on inactive bank accounts. “In total we said have reduced the overall tax burden on Australians by nearly $7 billion since coming to office. “We have scrapped the carbon tax, scrapped the mining tax and delivered the biggest tax cut ever to small business. “Lower, simpler, fairer taxes are a key part of this Government’s plan for a stronger, more prosperous economy.”
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Great to see the dredge
I AM delighted by the news that the dredge is finally in place in the Eastern Channel ‘short cut’ and soon to be operational. Congratulations to the community for all your hard work, which has finally paid off. To the Myall River Action Group, thank you for all your time and effort, over many years, in very difficult circumstances. It took masterful management to align all of the agencies involved to see some action and for funding to be put in place. I would like to also acknowledge the enormous efforts of the staff at Great Lakes Council and many NSW and Federal government agencies for working hard to make this a reality. However, had it not been for the continued pressure from the community, there is no doubt in my mind that there would not be a dredge there today. Thank you and well done; I hope you start seeing and enjoying the benefits soon. I look forward to celebrating your community’s achievements, and its natural beauty, at the upcoming Myall River Festival. Kate Washington Member for Port Stephens
Why is there no progess? Dear News Of The Area,
Dear News Of The Area,
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IT is now over 6 months since the storm damage occurred to the Singing Bridge overhead lights, resulting in some lights positioned over the roadway, while others are positioned over the river, and others, well, they sit wherever. As well, the pelican “resting” deterrents on the lights, that were removed nearly 9 months ago, have still not been replaced. I understood that Essential Energy agreed early this year to replace the pelican deterrents, and placed an order for same. My concerns, stated back in March 2015, concerning safety and health issues, would be addressed, once the deterrents arrived and were fitted. So why no action? Pelicans have resumed sitting on the lights, defecating into the river, on the footpaths, and roadway. Watch out if you are a driver going over the bridge at the same time a “dropping’ from the sky fills
your windscreen. So the Progress Association has lobbied to ensure the deterrents are never replaced. They do not speak for the community at large. I hear that their intention is to encourage the pelicans to roost and attract visitors to the site and take photos, thus bringing revenue to the businesses in Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest. Forget the health and safety issues. Will they also supply tissues to those defecated on? And what about cleaning up the mess? Will they roster Members to regularly clean the roadway and footpath? I think not! If all the Progress Association Executive can come up with to attract visitors, is to photograph same, no wonder there is no “progress” occurring!
Gordon Bartlett Hawks Nest
It’s not a very welcomed TV Reception Some of the letters and comments recieved from story in the Myall Coast News edition 3 September 2015, ‘Improving the reception’. Dear News Of The Area, TV reception is just as bad as the Internet and we will never see NBN in our area thanks to the Libs but at least we can watch boring reality shows! Caroline Chesnutt
Dear News Of The Area,
Dear News Of The Area,
AS we come into the hotter months every old, cheap or incorrectly aligned antenna is going to play up! (Tea Gardens Hawks Nest). Go down the bowling club and watch their big screen for a fair same area signal comparison.
IT’S good, it’s bad, changes with the weather. Always goes bad when there’s something decent on the TV. Rod Paar Bulahdelah
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A NEW surfing event will be held for the next three years at Boomerang Beach as part of the NSW Pro Surf Series, which has been secured by the NSW Government. The event will be held on 1 – 3 March 2016 and promises to attract a world class line-up of surfers to the region. “This fantastic new event will provide a boost to tourism in the Myall Lakes area and I am pleased it has been secured by the NSW Government, through our tourism and major events
agency Destination NSW,” Stephen Bromhead, MP for Myall Lakes told Myall Coast News. “The Boomerang Beach round of the NSW Pro Surf Series will be an official World Surf League Qualifying Series event, attracting top surfers and showcasing the region to surfers and fans from around Australia and the world.” “The Pacific Palms area where Boomerang Beach is situated is just south of Forster and is close to beautiful Wallis Lake, Elizabeth and Blueys Beaches,” he said. “This area has so much natural
SURFING beauty and I am sure there will be many visitors who will want to return on a regular basis.” Minister for Trade, Tourism and Major Events and Minister for Sport Stuart Ayres said the NSW Pro Surf Series will provide a boost to local economies throughout the State. “It is estimated that the Series as a whole will contribute almost $4 million to the NSW economy in visitor spend over the next three years, making a positive impact on the State’s coastal communities as competitors and spectators stay in local hotels, eat at local restaurants and visit local attractions,” Mr Ayres said. “Securing events like the NSW Pro Surf Series is important as we continue to build our State’s regional visitor economy, and work towards our target of doubling overnight visitor expenditure by 2020,” he said. Other events in the NSW Pro Surf Series will be held at Maroubra Beach on 15-17 January, Cabarita Beach on 1-3 February and Avoca Beach on 9-11 February.
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(of 4 rounds) of HNBC Super Novice Championships Sunday 18 October Hunter Teams – please note new date. Club Championships – are just around the corner. The Friday Championship starts on October 9 and the Monday championship on October 12. GNOT results. Fantastic performance by Carolyn Seymour and Jim Thatcher plus friends who, representing Port Stephens B.C. came second overall. Also a great result by Trish Thatcher plus three friends who came a desperately close fourth and just
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HNBC Clubhouse and associated mindsport centre. The committee decided to form an “Appeals sub-committee” as a distinct and separate responsibility from the design / DA approval / technical aspects. Watch this space for more information. HNBC Programme: Sunday September 13. Country Carnival regional final. Monday 14 September Tomaree Swiss Teams. Friday 18 September. Round 3
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Bramley hits 134 in first week Hawks Nest Golf Club Social Darts By Luke BOYD
THURSDAY 3 September played host to the weekly social darts competition. The mixed doubles winners were Bob Ibbotson and Gene McKenzie. The mixed doubles runner up team were Mary Britton and
missed out on attending the final. Best placed team representing HNBC was Jo and John Younghusband, Liz Caro and Annette Davis who came a creditable fifteenth. Club results. Monday 24 August. Howell. 1 Chez Rands & Leslie Falla, 2. Gordon Morrison & Rex Stoessiger, 3. Trish & Jim Thatcher. Friday 28 August. 12 Round Share & Bye. N/S. 1. Jo & John Younghusband, 2. Carolyn Seymour & Jim Thatcher, 3. Chez Rands & Leslie Falla. E/W 1. Trish Thatcher and Michael Parfait, 2. Gordon Morrison & Gary Melrose, 3. Bea Treharne & Sue Matheson.
Graeme Bramley. Only his first week at darts, Graeme Bramley not only was part of the running up team for the mixed doubles competition, he also won the men’s highest score for the evening. He scored a massive 134 points. The ladies highest score competition winner was Gail Bartlett who achieved 93 well earned points.
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Tuesday Ladies Stableford A. Grade – E. Jones 39Pts C/B B. Grade – C. Maher 39 Pts C/B C. Grade – J. Bosley 38 Pts C/B Wednesday Mens Stableford A. Grade A. Dey 39 Pts C/B B. Grade – D. Gilbert 38 Pts
2BBB – Winners E. Simcox & J. Lashwood 46 Pts Ladies Stableford R. Richardson 40 Pts 2BBB – Winners – R. Sullivan & H . Pratten 43Pts C/B Ladies Stableford A. Grade G. Gillard 35 Pts B. Grade G. Cutler 32Pts Sunday Mixed Foursomes Scratch Winners G. & G Gillard 125 Nett Winners B. Clayton & J. Moore 127
Versatility Day for women’s bowls Tea Gardens Women’s Bowls By Lily SMITH
TUESDAY 1 September was our Annual Versatility Day, sponsored by Pelican Pest Control. Teams of four players competed in one game of singles, two games of pairs, one game of triples and one game of fours. Both green were in use which presented a challenge moving from grass to synthetic as well as coping with the wind. However the main aim was to have a fun-day; and it was. After the singles, pairs and triples were played, we adjourned for lunch. The competition resumed after lunch with the fours games. Shane Reynolds, from Pelican Pest Control, arrived to present the prizes as we enjoyed afternoon tea with some delicious slices made by some of our members. A great day was had by all. The outright winners were the team of; Sheril Johnson, Elke Jones, Sandra Leisemann and Loretta Baker. In second place were; Carolyn Bywater, Pam Gilchrist, Lily Smith and Nola Jackson. The third place getters were Karen McPhie, Bev Rhodes, Wendy
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Jones and Robin Webster. Vicki Rankin and Lorraine Harvey competed in the Champion of Champions Pairs at Warilla today. This morning they defeated Penrith City 23 – 18. Progressing to
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the next round in the afternoon they defeated Huskisson 30-5. They will now compete on Wednesday 2nd in the morning games. Good Bowling in the next round.
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Tea Gardens Bowlers are cheering you all the way. It is great to see Vicki back, and in form after her bout of ill health. Go girl!!! Thursday 3 September, there were 17 bowlers on the green today.
There was one game of fours (with a swinger), one game of triples and one game of pairs played. The winners for the day, drawn from the cards, were Lynne Green and Laurel Laver.
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SEPTEMBER 2: There was a diminished field of 30 players today for the Wednesday Nominated Triples contest as many bowlers were committed to playing in the mid-week Three x Three Pennant competition. AsTeaGardenswasaccommodating a home game of the Three x Threes all games were played on the grass green with the usual cross-wind to make life interesting. The winners on a great score of +45 were Dick Wells, Mark Hair and Keith Smith, who paired with George Winter (not again!!) Runners-up with a score of + 24 were; Barry Goode, Lance Atkins and Bill Baillie. Nice to see you back Bill! In the Three x Three Pennants played at Tea Gardens, the local Grade 3 No.2 side were up against a team from the strong Cardiff Bowling Club.
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Bulahdelah Golf Club By Pauline GREGORY Wednesday 2/9/2015 Ladies Golf Winner - B.Kitchin R/Up- O.Hickey Thursday 3/9/2015 Veteran's Golf Winner- G.NcNay R/Up- D.Graham Saturday 5/9/2015
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Gardens finishing on top 67-51 Tea Gardens No.1 side now face Teralba at home next week. September 4: Friday Jackpot Pairs was washed out today. Jackpots for next week are $200.00 and $140.00 respectively. September 6: A Father’s Day field of 22 played in the usual Sunday Introduction to bowls programme. The winners were; Harry Haubin, Jeanette Emmett and Bill (Bondi) Moon. The lucky losers were Laurel Laver, Neil Montgomery and Grant Hickey. Thanks to cooks Ray Prigg and Barry Goode and to the coach John Bilby. A good field has entered for the RSL LifeCare Mixed Pairs next weekend . There will be some good bowls played. Tea Gardens Grade 3 No.1 side having a celebratory drink back at base camp.
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1/9/2015 9 Hole Stroke A Grade, Scratch, Nett 1. David Brailey, 42, 35.7 2. Col Amos,42, 36.2 3. Col Clinch, 40, 36.3 B Grade 1. Neil Clifton, 48, 35.4 2. Brian Swift, 48, 37.6 3. John Dunning, 51, 38.4 Nearest to pin 3rd A Grade Arthur King B Grade John Keegan (Birdie) 5th A Grade James Slater B Grade Bob Foster 10th A Grade John Pegus (Birdie) B Grade Roger Sykes 16th A Grade Bill Vandenberg B Grade Trevor Mansfield
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3/9/2015 2 Person Ambrose 1. David Garcia & Brian A Johnson 67 C/B 2.Jeff Chapman & Gregory Thomas 67 C/B 3.Graeme Bramley & Trevor J Mansfield 67 4.Kevin Skelton & Don Heffron 67.25 5.Peter Parrett & Joe James 67.75 Nearest to pin 10th A Grade Col Amos B Grade Kevin Marr C Grade James Murphy 16th A Grade Doug Allan B Grade Geoff True C Grade Peter Tallack
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Nominations are now being called for the position on the Board of Directors of the Tea Gardens Country Club Positions Required: PRESIDENT, VICE PRESIDENT, TREASURE, DIRECTOR Nominations Open Friday 28th August Close Friday 5pm 25th September 2015 Nomination Forms available during office hours Mon-Fri
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Keith Smith, backing up from his morning stint, skipped his team home 22-19 and Pip Sullivan’s side were narrowly beaten 18-22. The Merv Mills combination, found the going tough and were beaten 11-26 The final Master Board score 51-67 in favour of Cardiff. Tea Gardens No.2 side now play Hamilton North at Hamilton North next week. The Tea Gardens Grade 3 No1 team played away at Bar Beach and had a good win. Dave Rimmer’s side, after a slow start, demolished their opponents 29-13. After an even slower start, Doug Naylor’s team came from behind following a 1-13 deficit, to win comfortably 24-16 and the Max Stephens combination had an arm wrestle of a game with only one point separating the teams into the last end. They dropped an unfortunate six in going for victory to finish 23-16. Tea
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Notice of Intention to Lease Part of Lane, Bulahdelah In accordance with Sections 154 and 156 of the Roads Act 1993, Council gives notice of its intention to enter into a lease agreement with the adjoining property owner over part of the unformed road being laneway that runs between 7 and 9 Church Street, Bulahdelah, for a period of five (5) years.
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At its Ordinary Meeting on 25 August, Council approved in principle a proposal to name the slipway at Anzac Park “Tea Gardens Slipway”. A copy of the report which outlines the proposal is available for review on Council’s website under the business papers and minutes tab. The proposal is open for comments from Wednesday 9 September for a period of 28 days with submissions being received until Friday 9 October. All written submissions should be addressed to The General Manager, Great Lakes Council. For further information about this project please contact the Manager of Parks and Recreation, Mr Andrew Staniland on 6591 7222. PO BOX 450 FORSTER NSW 2428
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HOWZAT! If you’re a cricketer of any standard, now is the time to ‘don the whites’ and get involved in cricket in your local area. The Sharks (Karuah and Tea Gardens District) will field teams in two local district comps as well as Kanga Cricket for beginners at Karuah.
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Gardens Hotel see a fundraising One Hundred Club whilst Wednesday evenings at the Karuah RSL Meat Raffles are held to further assist in the funds department. There will be coaching courses held over the coming weeks to help any first time coaches. Interested parties should contact Club Secretary Sam Rees on 0421 599 148.
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All junior teams are trained by qualified coaches and all junior teams have full equipment on hand for players to use. All interested players and budding coaches can contact Club President Graeme Johnson on 0418 972 049 or Sam Rees on 0421 599 148. Get in and have a hit. Cricket is a great game for the whole family.
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