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Easter Bunny getting ready By Daniel SAHYOUN CHOCOLATE, hot cross buns, family, church services and long weekend, Easter is celebrated in many different ways. With traditional Easter Hat Parades, egg hunts and visits from the Easter Bunny occurring in schools and pre-schools this week, News of the Area spoke to some of our younger community members to find out what they are looking forward to over the Easter break. Nine-year-old Ruby
Plummer said she always enjoys spending time with her family at their farm in Bulahdelah. “We always get up really early and Mum organises an Easter egg hunt around the farm which is a lot of fun,” she said. “My two brothers and I go searching and we always find lots of eggs.” Six-year-old Jade Pickett said she is looking forward to being at home over Easter.
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of the meetings is to present details of the proposal to ratepayers. A NSW Government report on the proposed merger released last week, shows the new council would cover an area of over 10,000 square kilometres with a combined population of 90,500 residents, experiencing “the impacts
GREAT Lakes Council will be holding information sessions on the proposed three-way merger between Great Lakes, Taree and Gloucester Councils. Presented by Great Lakes General Manager Glenn Handford, the purpose
of an ageing population over the next 20 years.” Great Lakes currently have an infrastructure backlog of only 6 percent with an expected rise to 20 percent if merged. In contrast, Gloucester with 43 percent infrastructure backlog
and Taree with 20 percent will see improvements. The new ‘Super-Council’ area would have more than 6,500 businesses with the largest employment sector being Health Care and Social Assistance whereas retail trade is currently the largest sector in
Great Lakes. The proposed new council has the potential to generate an estimated net financial saving of $30 million over 20 years through streamlining roles and redeployment of administration. CONTINUED Page 3
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ON Monday 7 March members of the Hawks Nest Bridge Club were delighted to share champagne and cake with Allan Stewart, celebrating his 101st birthday. “It seems only such a short time since we celebrated his centenary,” Linda Conroy told News Of The Area. Allan has been a long term member of the club and still plays two to three times a week. Mr Stewart said that playing has helped to keep his mind sharp. “He is a perfect example of the benefits that can be obtained from learning and playing bridge,” Ms Conroy said. Hawks Nest Bridge Club along with News Of The Area and the community send Mr Stewart our very best wishes.
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Rock fishing concern By Dave BRAZIER
IT never ceases to amaze me to see the levels some people will go to catch a fish. I’m not talking about beach fishing or even from the confines of a vessel, but rock fishing. Rock fishing has been in the spotlight for many years now with many ‘fisho’s’ needlessly losing their lives by putting themselves in dangerous situations. Casting a line out into the blue yonder hoping to catch a feed of fish, on wet rocks, with dangerous and unpredictable swells is asking for trouble. Reacting to the growing number of fatalities from this style of fishing, the NSW Government has upped the anti by legislating that ‘Rock Fishers’ must wear a ‘personal floating device’, also known as PFDs.
q CONCERN: Robert Brown MP. That’s great some might say, but the current and approved life jackets that adhere to Australian Standard AS4758, according to NSW Shooters & Fishers Party MP Mr Robert Brown, “They don’t adequately cater for the unique environment of turbulent
waters that rock fishers face.” Speaking with News Of The Area, Robert Brown MP said, “Levels 275, 150 and 100 PFDs in the Standard are designed for offshore use and will keep the wearer face up in the water- but hinders their attempts to swim away from dangerous rocks in the wash zone.” “Whilst level 50 and 50S PFDs do cover those on the shore line, they specifically require the wearer to be an ‘able swimmer’ and ‘have help and a means of rescue close at hand’.” “Unfortunately, neither situation caters for rock fishers. Anybody caught in the wash zone will be in great difficulty,” said Mr Brown. “We’re all for proper safety devices for rock fishers, but they need to be custom-built for that specific purpose,” he said.
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“We always have an Easter egg hunt and follow a trail the Easter Bunny leaves around the house,” Jade Pickett said. “I like finding Easter eggs and sharing them with my family.” An Easter family
camping trip is always enjoyed by seven-yearold Charlie Garemyn. “I like going camping with my brother and sister because we always have a good time together,” Charlie said. “We always eat our Easter eggs as soon as we wake up.”
Although chocolate is high on the list of priorities for the girls, many families in the area are planning holidays, attending church services, taking part in community activities and enjoying quality time with family and friends. The girls hope
everyone enjoys their Easter plans. “I hope everyone has a good time and has fun with their families during the Easter holiday,” Charlie said. A list of the local Church Services is on page 8 of today’s News Of The Area.
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IT’S hoped that record numbers will turn out to this year’s Annual Art & Craft Expo at Tea Gardens Public School. Newly elected P&C President Fiona Mobbs said, “This is our biggest fundraiser, and without Instrumental people like Jude Woodfield, the whole P&C Committee and all of our volunteer helpers, we wouldn’t be able to raise these much needed funds.” The event will kick off on opening night by raffling many prizes.
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4997 0286. Ms Mobbs said, “We are very thankful to all of the local businesses for their very kind donations and to Galleries in the Gardens for their continued support.” “Some of the raffle prizes include, Shark & Ray Centre Family Passes, 2 Nights Accommodation at the Mantra Aqua Nelsons Bay, Moonshadow Cruise, Accommodation at Ocean Side Hawks Nest and so many more.” Rachel Syron will be giving
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Great Lakes Deputy Mayor Len Roberts said with other councils pushing for the merge, it would be difficult for Great Lakes to stand alone. “It is vital that our council, the fit council who has worked handin-hand with ratepayers, should not be penalised for that good work and the unfit ones rewarded,” he said. “I urge all residents to make a submission to Dr Tiley calling on those councils to be sacked if a merger goes ahead and allow Great Lakes to drive the process.” Residents are invited to attend Great Lakes Council’s information sessions and the Public Inquires with Local Government’s delegate Dr Ian Tiley. “I encourage all rate payers to look at the information on the website, attend the public
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You must register to attend the public inquiries, either online at the Council Boundary Review website, or by calling 1300 813 020. If you wish to speak at the inquiry, this must be indicated when registering. Registrations close at 9am the day prior to the inquiry or earlier of the venue reaches its capacity. The public can make written submissions commenting on the proposed three-way merger until 5pm on Friday 15 April, either online or in writing and posted to: Council Boundary Review, GPO Box 5341, Sydney NSW 2001.
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Under the new administration, the merged council could be represented by only nine Councillors, down from the combined 25 currently serving the three separate shires. Mr Handford said the report will be discussed at this week’s council meeting. The proposed merger has brought mixed reactions from the three councils. At last week’s Taree Council meeting it was deemed that the merger “will not solve the financial sustainability issues facing these councils.” Gloucester would prefer to stand alone but suggested the merger, while Great Lakes was deemed fit to continue as a standalone council.
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POLICE have reported a number of recent incidents relating to malicious damage and attempted theft at the Bulahdelah House Boats area and surrounding Marina. It is alleged offenders have added damaging substances to fuel tanks of a number of houseboats causing damage to the tanks and motors.
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KARUAH and District RSL Club has been named as a finalist in the prestigious 2016 Clubs and Community Awards. The Awards recognise the immense contribution clubs make to their local area across a range of categories. Recognised for supplying healthy breakfasts to Karuah Public School students, the RSL Club has been involved in the program for over three years. Working in conjunction with Karuah Public School P&C Association, the program runs four days a week during the school year providing a healthy breakfast to 70 children each day. President of Karuah and District RSL Club Mr Peter Fidden, said the program has expanded over the years. “We became involved because a lot of kids were going to school without breakfast, but now they can start the day with a healthy meal,” he said.
Police also report that the offenders have attempted to steal motors and other equipment from the house boats. Bulahdelah Police are appealing for members of the public with information relating to the incident or for anyone who may have noticed suspicious activity or vehicles in the area to contact police.
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community.” Soldiers Point and Hexham Bowling Clubs have also been named as finalists in the awards. Paterson MP Bob Baldwin congratulated the clubs for their contributions to their communities. “I commend the local clubs and their employees for reaching the finals of these prestigious awards and wish them well at the next round,”
Mr Baldwin said. “Local clubs play an important part in our community and I’m delighted that these clubs have been recognised for such different achievements.” Winners will be announced at the official Awards Ceremony on Friday 6 May at the Royal Hall of Industries in Sydney’s Moore Park.
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WHILST the erosion problems at Jimmys Beach and Winda Woppa area along the Esplanade have been addressed by Great Lakes Council, there continues to be problems with the constant influx of sand covering the Esplanades narrow roadway and burying the lawns of residences. News Of The Area recently visited The Boulevard and within a week period, we were amazed at the amount of sand that has inundated the road surface and lawns. In some areas on the side of the road the sand is up to 50cm in depth and while we were investigating the area, a small car lost traction on the corner of the Esplanade and Gemalla Street. Nothing major, but none-the-less. The build up of sand is reduced to a minimum at the intersection of Kururma Crescent where native vegetation is still flourishing, acting as a break from the shoreline. With little to no native vegetation along the stretch
SANDY: Some of the sand build up that is occurring on The Boulevard, Winda Woppa.
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WEEDS officers from Councils across the Mid-North Coast in conjunction with other stakeholders delivered a series of well attended community workshops to introduce newly developed biological controls for managing some widespread weeds and to raise awareness of the new and emerging weed African Olive. Great Lakes Council’s Noxious and Environmental Weeds Coordinator Mr Terry Inkson said, “Approximately 240 land managers came from as far as the Liverpool Plains, Tamworth, the Central Coast and local Mid North Coast to Gloucester and Dungog to the very informative presentations over three separate days.” “Three workshops were held - at Telegraph Point (70 people)
where erosion problems were mediated, it appears likely that this is the probable cause of sand inundating the roadside and front lawns of residences. Speaking with News Of The Area, Great Lakes Council’s Manager of Parks and Recreation, Mr Andrew Staniland said, “Great Lakes Council is aware that sand periodically blows onto the road in Winda Woppa and as part of the larger management of Jimmys Beach is considering options that include physical sand manipulation along Jimmys Beach; installation of additional hay bales; and a long term plan to encourage native vegetation to grow along The Boulevard to assist in the reduction of sand movement. In the interim, Council has physically moved sand by bobcat and/or street sweeper and returned it to the beach.” “Council appreciates that sand movement is an ongoing issue for beach front properties and is seeking long term strategies which will minimise the impact of sand movement on residents and road users,” he said.
q COMMUNITY MEET: Approximately 45 people attended the Stroud workshop to hear Hunter Local Land Services officer Ms Lorna Adlem speak about the impacts of African Olive.. Krambach (120 people) and Stroud (45 people). We thank the stakeholder team that included Hastings, Manning, Great Lakes and Karuah Landcares, Hunter Local Land Services, the CSIRO and local ecological consultants, whose efforts ensured the success of the workshops.” Presentations covering a number of subjects were delivered by Canberra CSIRO scientist Dr
Louise Morin, ex NSW DPI Strategy Leader (Invasive Species) Mr Royce Holtkamp who now resides at Herons Creek, Mr Jeremy Bradley from Beechwood Biological Solutions, Hunter Local Land Services Senior Officer Ms Lorna Adlem and Mr Inkson. “Crofton Weed and Giant Parramatta Grass are hopefully going to be a little worse for wear after these new controls are established
in the environment and African Olive should be very scared now that the community knows of its insidious impacts,” said Mr Inkson. Local Councils of the Mid North Coast have applied to the environmental trust for funding to manage African Olive with the aim of forming a northern containment line in Great Lakes, Gloucester and Greater Taree Local Government areas.
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“We’re all sick of seeing vacant shops and having to put up with poor commercial facilities in Hawks Nest,” he said. “Council’s plan proposes the rezoning of some undeveloped commercial land to residential to increase full time resident numbers and the possibility of introducing some mixed use zoning close to Bennett’s Beach.” Mr Jennings told News of the Area the community have shown support towards the redevelopment proposal with many people discussing further ideas with Council staff at the exhibition. “Early indications show residents favour the redevelopment of the surf club for mixed commercial use rather than introducing commercial development amongst the existing residential area near the q EXHIBITION: Hawks Nest/Tea Gardens Progress Association President Trevor Jennings with James and beach,” Mr Jennings said. Cathriona Kelly from Ezy Kayaks - examining Council’s proposed zoning changes. A full copy of the planning proposal and supporting information can be viewed at the Council Offices in Tea Gardens and Forster as well as on Great By Daniel SAHYOUN revitalise the Hawks Nest business Association’s push over the last Lakes Council website. area, Great Lakes Manager for few years for Council to develop a Mr Jennings encourages AN exhibition of the Hawks Strategic Planning Roger Busby plan to revive the area. everyone to “have a look at the Nest Town Centre Review was along with Tracey Farrant and Hawks Nest/Tea Gardens council website and have a say presented by Great Lakes Council Rebecca Underwood, outlined the Progress Association President about the future of Hawks Nest.” at Hawks Nest Community Centre plan to community members. Trevor Jennings said the area Residents are able to submit last week. The proposed development for the proposed development is feedback on the proposal until With an aim of informing for the business area has come not currently being utilised to its Friday 22 April. residents of the proposal to about as a result of the Progress potential.
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for you to make the most of the day. To entertain you, the Hawks Celebrating Senior Nest / Tea Gardens Progress Citizens and Association and Myall Coast their contribution Chamber of Commerce and to the community Tourism will present a full day of live performances in the Hawks 8 - 10 April 2016 Nest Village Square. HAWKS Nest is about to The program has been expertly ● GOLF “Grey Nomads Cup” explode with–an extravaganza of arranged with the assistance Hawks Nest Golf Club – Mixed 4 of person Ambrose the Myall Coast Entertainers entertainment. Saturday 9 April 2016 is the and includes a vast array of local ● Masked "Black & White" Dinner Dance Grey and Thespian Mardi Gras talent. Hawks Nest Golf Club - 2 courses & 2 bands Market Day and it may well change There is something for ● Films your life. - Hawks Nest Community everyoneHall - young and young at 2 nights + junior Hosted heart. by MU3A All performers are donating By signing up toMatinee. a new club, organisation, sporting or interest2 World theirPremieres time for your!enjoyment. ● Radio Plays – Includes group you will meet new people, The entertainment will begin Hosted by Myall Coast Entertainers get out and about and enjoy the at 9:30am with The Outcasts, ● Free Entertainment - Hawks Nest Village a Scottish pipe Sq and drum band retirement lifestyle you always dreamed of. leading the crowd in fine tradition Music, Singing, Dancing, Poets, Recitals.. Hawks Nest to the Village Official busker, Peter James will &around ● Community Information Market Stalls provide a perfect musical backdrop Square.
Once in the square, take a seat in the shade and enjoy these performances: • • • • • • • •
10:00am-10:45am Music by SAGE 10.45am-11:15am Poetry with Bob Bush and friends 11.30am-12:00pm Rock and Country with Peter James 12:00pm-12:25pm Old Bones Ukulele Group 12.30pm-1:00pm Poetry with Bob Bush and Friends 1:00pm-1:25pm Instep Country Line Dancers 1.25pm-1:35pm Radio play by Myall Coast Entertainers 1.35pm-2:00pm
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U3A Choir 2:00pm-3:30pm Variety Music by Leon Bobako and friends
While in the square, look for the big green teapot, show your Senior’s Card and receive a free Seniors Week cuppa and cake courtesy of Myall Beans and Leaves and Coles – Tea Gardens. There will also be chilled water available for purchase throughout the day. Remember to check the website www.grey-and-thespian-mardigras.net.au and read next week’s News Of The Area for all the latest information. From: The Grey and Thespian Mardi Gras Organising Committee. Proudly sponsored by your local weekly paper, Myall Coast News Of The Area.
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q ADVICE: Lisbeth Herdman of Loooks Consulting By Rebekka CUNNINGHAM “IT is not about looking younger but to look the best you can at the age you are at,” Lisbeth Herdman of Loooks Consulting told News Of The Area reporter, Rebekka Cunningham. Loooks Consulting was established three years ago with the one thing in mind, to look after women and men on a holistic level. “In a world where aging is inevitable and appearance is becoming increasingly more important, my question was how this could be done?” Loooks Consulting is all about listening and advising clients on how to look after themselves. All of their products used are very active and result driven, yet gentle and all made in Australia. “Whether our clients wish to have a relaxing Med spa, facial, Micro Dermabrasion, Peels and or/ cleansing facial, manicure or just discuss their concerns, or drop in for a chat we are always here.” Lisbeth Herman’s career started as an RN and she then followed on her training in a Post Graduate in Advance Skin Analysis, a Certificate in all of the products she carries in the clinic: Aspect, Cosmedix and Societee, and a Certificate in Advanced Peel Training. All of her training is then updated on a yearly basis. The official launch is scheduled for 13 April.
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CLASS: The ladies in class showing good Yoga form while raising money for Laos children.
Yoga is raising funds for kids By Rebekka CUNNINGHAM
ON Monday 14 March, Tea Gardens / Hawks Nest Yoga had a Yoga class at the Surf Club where money was raised and set to go to a very good cause. About twenty keen yogis attended the Yoga Class on the day, at Hawks Nest Surf Club, where teacher Jackie George donated all the money from the class. It’s not too late to still donate teacher, Jenny Winney told News Of The Area. “With $478 so far raised, the money will be used to buy books
for poor children in remote parts of Laos,” she said. Funds will benefit Luang Prabang Library (Book Tuk Tuk), an initiative to assist the children of Laos to read. This money will be personally delivered by Jenny and Jack Winney who will be taking a trip to Laos in April and May of this year. Laos is a rural community with many people engaged in subsistence farming, so people are poor and books are an unaffordable luxury. Some schools have no books, even if there is a school.
CLI operates the Lao Children’s Library boats, the only two in Laos, which brings books to children and others in 75 Mekong and Ou River villages, as well as giving book bags of 100 books to more villages. “You can help by just giving $2 (the equivalent to 20 000 kip), which will buy a Lao book for the book bag,” said Ms Winney. “$250 buys a whole book bag and you can join in with a oneday visit.” To find out more or to make a donation contact Jenny on pamoja@bigpond.net.au
GLC supports merge
AS recent as 2.30pm on Tuesday, Great Lakes across the Great Lakes next week to provide Council has resolved to acknowledge, and is information to our community about how a prepared to support the NSW Government's merger may affect them and how they can have merger proposal for Great Lakes, Gloucester and a say on the Minister's proposal. Please contact Greater Taree City Councils subject to a blueprint Council or check Council's website for dates and for the merger being developed. venues for our update meetings. Council will engage independent consultants "We will also be keeping everyone updated Morrison Lowe to assist with the preparation via our website, media and social media of Council's submission and suggested merger platforms on all issues related to the merger blueprint. proposal," said Mr Handford. "Council has held a long term position to "We urge our community to get involved in stand alone and has been found to be fit under this vital issue for their community and make the NSW Government's 'fit for the future' their views known to the NSW Government by program. We were also found to be financially attending a public enquiry meeting or making a sustainable by the NSW Treasury Corporation. submission to the boundary commission," said Whilst we could have stood alone, that option Cr McWilliams. was not realistic or pragmatic in the current political climate. Council understands and has considered the NSW Government's direction on local government reform and mergers," said Mayor Cr Jan McWilliams. Council's General Manager, Mr Glenn Handford said "We are confident that our strategic direction and management practices are sound and in accord with the NSW Government's vision for the future of local government." "Council believes that, should a three-way merger proceed, it is vitally important to develop a strong strategy for a merger blueprint that will ensure the new council is appropriately structured for success and the delivery of efficient and effective services to the communities of the combined councils," said Mr Handford. "Council believes we can bring our successful strategic management experience to a merged entity which would be a good thing for the whole region." Council will be holding This event is proudly sponsored by your weekly News Of The Area community information sessions
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q CANDLE: Judith Pickett (Barrington Tops Greens Convenor), Julie Lyford (Greens candidate for Lyne), Sue Kingston (Secretary, Lyford for Lyne campaign team). EVEN with a blackout across the region, pouring rain and thunder claps, 62 residents attended a candlelit community conversation with Greens candidate for Lyne Julie Lyford. Also present at the meeting was Michael Osborne the Newcastle Greens councillor and Greens Senate candidate for NSW. Robust questions on employment, water issues, federal grants for infrastructure and roads, senate
reform and voting rights, penalty rates, council amalgamations and refugee policy were high on the agenda. Ms Lyford told News Of The Area, “We will be visiting communities in the electorate to hear your issues, concerns and ideas for sustainable and liveable futures.” The recent meeting was the launch of the Greens ‘Conversations of Change’ campaign.
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Easter Services around the Myall Coast region EASTER SERVICES
UNITING CHURCH “Christ is Risen!”
Bulahdelah – Crawford Street 25th March: Good Friday – 9:30 a.m. 27th March: Easter Sunday – 9:30 a.m. Karuah – Tarean Road 25th March: Good Friday – 10:45 a.m. 27th March: Easter Sunday – 10:45 a.m. Tea Gardens - Myall Street 25th March: Good Friday – 9:00 a.m. 27th March: Easter Sunday – 9:00 a.m.
EASTER long weekend is upon us and one of the most important celebrations in the world of Believers is the death and rising of Jesus Christ. Church Services of all denominations will gather to learn and celebrate at this important time. Reverend Ray Longmuir told News of The Area, “What a wonderful day is Easter Day, Easter testifies to the success of Jesus Christ’s mission to save us, and to the completion of his work.” “On this day we celebrate that he has conquered our
worst enemies, the enemies of sin and death,” he said. “At Easter we rejoice that he lives, Christ Jesus is alive today.” “Christianity is not just a noble ethic, based on the ‘sermon on the mount’, but the religion of the resurrection, with the Cross at its centre.” Rev Longmuir said, “Through faith in Christ we are raised together with him, to walk with faith in the person and work of Jesus Christ, is to” walk in newness of life.” Tonight the Anglican Church,
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ST JOHN’S Stroud Street, Bulahdelah 25th March Good Friday 7pm 27th March Easter Day 10.15am
ST ANDREW’S Cnr Ogden & Witt Streets, Tea Gardens • 24th March Maundy Thursday 7pm • 25th March Good Friday 8am • 27th March Easter Day 6am at Hawks Nest Beach (Bring a chair) 8am at St Andrew’s
St Andrews, at Tea Gardens will hold Maundy at 7pm. Then on Good Friday, Anglican Services will be on at 8am for St Andrews, at Tea Gardens and 7pm for St John at Bulahdelah. The Uniting Church will have Good Friday Services at 8.30am Bulahdelah (Crawford Street), 10.45am for Karuah (Tarean Road) and 9am for Tea Gardens (Myall Street). The Baptist Church at Tea Gardens will hold a Good Friday Service at 9am. Catholic Good Friday Services are at Bulahdelah 10am & 3pm, Tea Gardens 10am & 3pm and Karuah 3pm. Easter Sunday Services are as follows: The Anglican will meet at Bennetts Beach at 6am. Also a service will be at St Andrews, Tea Gardens at 8am. St Johns Anglican Church at Bulahdelah will hold an Easter Day Service at 10.15am. Uniting Church Easter Day services are at Tea Gardens at 9am, Bulahdelah at 9.30am and Karuah at 10.45am. See the advertisements for clarification of specific times, days and locations of the Churches. The Baptist Easter Day Service at Tea Gardens starts at 10am. The Catholic hold Easter Day Services at Karuah at 7.30am, Bulahdelah at 8.30am and Tea Gardens at 9am. The Catholic denomination also hold Easter Vigil and Saturdays Services as well as a Holy Thursday Service tonight at Tea Gardens. Myall Coast News Of The Area wish everyone a happy and safe Easter with loved ones. q MESSAGE: Rev. J. Raymond Longmuir talks about Easter.
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By Rhonda BOBAKO IF you struggle getting your children to eat healthily and to look after their teeth then join us for a free program linking both nutrition and oral health together. The Healthy Tums, Healthy Gums program is supported by The University of Newcastle, Family Action Centre and Hunter New England Health. The program will be facilitated by a Dietitian and an Oral Health Therapist. The program will be conducted in the St Stephens Catholic Parish Centre, Witt Street, Tea Gardens. The program has four sessions which last for an hour. The first session will be on Wednesday, 6 April at 9.30am and the second on 27 April at 9.30 am. Healthy Tums, Healthy Gums program will be conducted during the usual Yummies 4 Mummies morning gathering. The Yummies 4 Mummies helpers will care for the children with outside play. The final sessions are to be advised and if it suits the participants may be held at night to allow working mums and dads to attend. Content covered will include: General Nutrition for kids; Nutrition and happy teeth; Family meal times (practical cooking demonstration); Budget friendly shopping. The program will supply plenty of resources, free toothbrushes and either a sipper cup or drink bottle. Participation is open to families within the local area. To register for this free and informative program please contact Anne Hills, Dietitian, on 0437 459 598 or by email anne. hills@newcastle.edu.au
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IF you had been Peter, chances are you would have denied Jesus, too. Peter just couldn't understand what was happening. If Jesus were the Son of God, Peter must have wondered, why didn't he stop the abuse and mockery Peter was witnessing in the high priest's courtyard? How could someone who was supposed to be divine put up with that? Maybe it is just some tragic mistake, Peter may have thought. Perhaps, after all, Jesus is another sincere but misguided charismatic leader who has overwhelmed his followers with grandiose words and visions and thoughts of invincibility. And if that's the case, I'd better save my own skin while I can. "No," Peter insisted to the courtyard bystanders, "I don't know him." Later that day, Peter watched Jesus, now brutally beaten, spiked to a cross, then jerked upright in the sun to hang, and gasp for air, and finally die. If Jesus were the Son of God, how could he die like that? Peter was just as troubled the following Sunday when he ran to Jesus' tomb to find the body missing. The
women told of angels' words that he had risen, but with his own eyes Peter had seen Jesus die. If he were a man-and he certainly died like a man--how could he return from death? Someone must have taken the body. Must have! It is this quandary men and women have struggled with for centuries. If Jesus is God, how could he die? And if he is man, how could he rise? The Roman soldiers guarding the tomb early that Easter morning were troubled by no such ponderings. One moment they sat mesmerized by the fire flickering in the chilly predawn hours. The next they were stunned by a brilliance of arc-light proportions, as the tomb's stone lurched aside and the radiant Jesus walked out alive! How can God die, and how can man live? Why, for that matter, was Jesus conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of a virgin? Because Jesus is God's Son, sent to earth to lead us to our Father, to die for our sins, and to rise from the dead to show us that he is the source of everlasting life. He is the God-Man. And what is that to me? His shameful death that Good Friday was a direct result of my sins. And his resurrection Easter morning was for me, as well. He died and lived for me. For me--and for you.
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CATCH UP: Barnaby Joyce with Federal Member for Lyne Dr David Gillespie.
FEDERAL Member for Lyne Dr David Gillespie has congratulated Nationals Leader and Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce on delivering a significant win for small business after Federal Cabinet supported major changes to misuse of market power provisions in the Competition and Consumer Act (CCA). The Nationals have fought to secure these protections for small business against big business and multi-nationals companies. “This was a key commitment The Nationals included when a new Coalition agreement was required after the change of Liberal Leadership last year,” Dr Gillespie said.
Small business and farming enterprises are the engine room of our nation, employing 4.7 million people and contributing $340 billion to the economy, including to regional economies right across Australia. “These reforms will address a long standing weakness in the existing competition rules and will ensure that we have a more transparent and competitive marketplace that treats all supply chain participants fairly,” Dr Gillespie said. “Importantly, and for the first time in Australia, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) will have meaningful provisions to protect businesses that have been subject to misuse of market power.
In line with the Harper Review’s recommendations, the substantive changes being proposed to section 46 of the CCA mean that conduct that has the effect of substantially lessening competition will be better regulated. “I note that the current Chair of the ACCC, Rod Simms, has been calling for these stronger provisions and former Chair Allan Fels also strongly supports these changes,” he said. Dr Gillespie said that the government consulted widely with stakeholders on the design of these reforms and was confident that they would deliver fairness to businesses and a genuinely competitive marketplace for consumers.
Keep awareness going Making space for
things that matter MIDWASTE and Great Lakes Council’s Forster Library will hold a ‘Less is More Workshop’ on Wednesday 6 April at 6pm to help residents learn how to declutter their home and dispose of excess clutter sustainably. Are you surrounded by clutter? Then the ‘Less is More!’ workshop is for you! Learn how to declutter your home (and your life) so you have more space for the things that matter. The workshop will provide residents with useful declutter tips and tools and teach participants how to prevent the clutter returning.
“The ‘Less is More!’ workshops are a fun and engaging way to help people think about what matters to them. Participants can learn tips and tricks for managing clutter more effectively,” said Wendy Grant from MIDWASTE. This workshop is being held at Forster Library and a free supper is provided. Bookings are essential as there are limited places. Please call the library on 6591 7256. This project is a NSW EPA Waste Less, Recycle More initiative funded from the waste levy.
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GREAT Lakes Council employees and other service providers were recently asked “how would you like to be treated if you had dementia?” at an Alzheimer’s Australia Dementia Awareness Session. Almost 40 Council staff and 20 staff from service providers (like Community Transport), attended the session, delivered by Judy Bartholomew, Educator for Alzheimer’s Australia. A challenging part of the training involved watching a video featuring Australians with dementia describing their experiences in every day interactions with people. Participants were then asked to really consider how they would like be treated if they had one of the many different types of disorders collectively known as dementia. And now Council is asking you that question too. You can view the Alzheimer’s Australia video and place your comments on Council’s facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/ greatlakescouncil “We believe that raising awareness of dementia-related illness is an important part of our commitment to become more age-friendly,” said Council’s Community Development Coordinator, Lyndie Hepple. “While we accept that dementia-related illness does not only affect older people, it is nevertheless a fact that there is a higher incidence of the disease amongst older people, and the Great Lakes region has the secondhighest number of incidences of dementia in NSW.” In 2014 Alzheimer’s Australia made a presentation to the Great Lakes Councillors. As a result two of Council’s senior staff (General Manager Glenn Handford and Director Steve Embry) and Councillor Leigh Vaughan, took up the Alzheimer’s Australia “21 day challenge” to raise awareness of dementia in the Great Lakes. The “21 day challenge” involved each of them committing to doing something new and different every day for 21 days - since this is one of the ways of keeping the brain healthy.
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DANGER: Tim Faulkner from the Australian Reptile Park with a venomous Komodo Dragon
Deadly & Dangerous live on stage AUSTRALIA is renowned to have some of the most deadly and dangerous animals in the world. To fulfill the ever curious mindset of visitors, Australia Reptile Park will feature Deadly & Dangerous Live on Stage at the park in the April school holidays (9 to 25 April), educating guests on Australia’s most venomous creatures. Learn about the Inland Taipan, the most venomous snake in the world, and its deadly relatives the Eastern Brown Snake, Tiger Snake and Death Adder. See on display laboratory props, which are usually only visible behind the scenes when used for milking deadly snakes as part of the Reptile Park’s venom program. Head keepers will present a ranking of each animal’s deadly rating, which is not only limited to
snakes. Lizards will also play a part, with the largest venomous animal on earth, the Komodo Dragon featured in the show series, along with the highly venomous Gila Monster Lizard. Selected spiders will also be a part of the Deadly & Dangerous Live on Stage show series, as keepers demonstrate how to react if bitten by the highly venomous Funnel-Web or Redback spider, commonly found in Australia. Kids curious about Australia’s most Deadly & Dangerous animals can join one of the many the Kids to Keeper programs including a Deadly & Dangerous series especially timed for the school holidays. Kids programs provide exclusive behindthe-scenes access and greater insight into being a zoo keeper at Australian Reptile Park. Set dates and age groups apply, with full details on-line at www.reptilepark.com. au. Additionally, families can book a private
Animal Encounter with the option of deadly & dangerous or cute and cuddly. Complementing Australian Reptile Park’s Deadly & Dangerous Live on Stage show series, regular park hero experiences will continue throughout the April School Holidays including daily feeding of Elvis, Australia’s crankiest crocodile, a Reptile show, Tasmanian Devil show, the walking of Hugo a giant Galapagos Tortoise, Dingo and Koala Talks, plus roving keepers introducing a variety of animals to guests out in the park amongst free roaming kangaroos and emus. Australian Reptile Park is open daily from 9am ‘til 5pm, located at Somersby on the Central Coast of New South Wales, 1 hour from Sydney on-route to Port Stephens with complimentary parking and BBQ facilities. School holiday programs and ticketing prices can be found on-line at www. reptilepark.com.au
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Dear News Of The Area,
THE arguement for same sex couples to marry has been on our radio, television and papers for months or longer. It is my opinion that this can only be one way, and that being Gods way. This is a democratic country, so people can choose how they live. Phillis Haynes, Bulahdelah
I DO not agree with the merger between Great Lakes Council, Taree and Gloucester. The Great Lakes Council was passed as fit for the future and they have been working hard to stay independent. This proposal was put through by the other two councils who are in debt. It will create over time massive job losses and less staff to cover a bigger area as it has with essential energy. Great Lakes is better standing on their own.
Unsafe sign
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(After reading ‘Bike Safety Launch’ in the News Of The Area 17 March 2016) Removing that sign at the Hawks Nest pedestrians crossing installed by Great Lakes Council would go a long way to making that crossing safer. David Harris Hawks Nest
Robyn from Robyn’s Café, Bulahdelah.
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OVER 60’s Girls Group Luncheon was another great outing for March. A great turn out of girls again this month and a big thank you to Ross Fidden and his staff at Mumm’s On The Myall Restaurant for an outstanding meal. The only complaint I heard was that every one was too full. Thanks to all the girls for coming I had a great time and a good old chin wag which is good for the soul. I think there might of been just a few of the other girls talking as well. We are off to the Boathouse, but not until 29 April, due to school holidays. This is a pre-order lunch so you need to let me know if you are going well in advance. If you are new to the area, female and around the 60 mark or over then please feel free to join us just give me a call on 49 979 770. Susan Burns Over 60’s Lunch Group
What was this smoke all about? Dear News Of The Area, DOES anyone know what was happening two Sunday mornings ago (13 March)? Off Bennett’s Beach early in the morning it looked like a boat was on fire but very soon there was another close by with a launch shuttling between the two so perhaps it was some emergency procedure training. Ian Curdie, Hawks Nest
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CRUISE: Group get back together on board the ‘Wally’.
10 years after NZ trip Dear News Of The Area, LIKE that famous chip advertisement the ‘Original is the Best’. In 2006 some members and their guests of the MYWAG (Myall Wine Appreciation Group) undertook their first overseas trip to the South Island of New Zealand. Last week most of them got together on “The Wally” to celebrate the 10 year milestone and relive the high’s of that trip. There were no lows. Recounting that trip from the diaries of the many there was not a day that wasn’t filled with fun and excitement from sleep-ins, sniffer dogs, bus breakdowns, train travel, screaming smoke alarms, late nights, unlocked toilet doors, 1 or 2 wine tastings? And that early morning winery visit, spectacular upon spectacular scenery, helicopter
flights, cruising overnight on Milford Sound, numerous degustation dinners in exotic locations and the bonding of the 24 that beforehand may not have known each other that well. Whilst the “The Wally” cruise and lunch for 4-5 hours upriver was not the same as Milford Sound the fun and activities of the day just reminded us all that whilst there have been other fun packed overseas and local (interstate) trips, with much the same group, the original was still the best. Whilst the occasional wine toast suggested that anywhere in France should be considered for this intrepid group it will be hard to replicate that first trip. Thanks to Ray and crew of “The Wally” for making it a fun day and be prepared for a booking on the 20th anniversary. Pam Brooks, Tea Gardens.
Myall Chamber view on the proposed merge
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THE Minister for Local Government, Paul Toole has sanctioned a proposal for a forced three way merger between Great Lakes Council and the ailing Greater Taree and Gloucester Councils. Such a merger would have catastrophic consequences to the residents and businesses of the Great Lakes Local Government Area. It would effectively drain the life, livelihood and prospects from the region. In it’s business case for the merger, the NSW State Government has not provided any consideration for maintaining or improving the standard and quality of life for Great Lakes residents. Great Lakes Council is currently assessed as ‘Fit for the Future’. Greater Taree and Gloucester are not, with both having significant issues providing basic services. This unnecessary merger will impose hardships and bring on the downfall of otherwise thriving communities. It will severely reduce the capacity to attract tourists and contribute to a continual downward spiral of socio-economic conditions in our towns. If the merger goes ahead the
resources and residents of Great Lakes Council will be asked to largely support the overall ability of the new combined Council to service a $290M infrastructure backlog. The heavy lifting already shouldered by Great Lakes residents in achieving the ability to stand alone will reap no benefits and instead be extended for years to come.
out of the area. This in turn impacts businesses ability to survive because of the reduced disposable income to make purchases.
SERVICES WILL BE LOWER AND INFRUSTRUCTURE WILL DETERIORATE
COUNCIL RATES WILL INCREASE Greater Taree and Gloucester Councils have applied for 47% and 36% rate increases respectively compared with Great Lakes modest 10%. These increases will be shared by all residents across the new council.
PEOPLE WILL LOSE THEIR HOMES Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest have the highest average age per household in NSW, the majority with fixed incomes. Their ability to pay significantly higher rates is limited and will result in bankruptcy and mass movement
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the increased rate outlay and lower income will cripple their ability to remain in business. There will be less services for residents and visitors and higher unemployment as a result.
q VIEW: Mark McCormick, President of Myall Coast Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Inc.
BUSINESSES WILL CLOSE AND UNEMPLOYMENT WILL RISE The largest employment sector in Great Lakes Council is retail trade. With small and medium businesses in the outlying regions already struggling with minimal permanent populations and seasonal tourism opportunities,
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Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest would become a forgotten and desolate backwater within the supersized LGA. A population of 3,500, would represent around 3% of the combined LGA of 90,000. Of the proposed 9 councillors, the area would be represented by 1/3 of 1 Councillor, or only 3.7% of the total representation within the combined Council with which to compete for severely reduced available resources and services. While reducing duplication may be said to help the budget, there will be less resources to maintain public facilities and provide services to the total population. All of this is avoidable. Greater Taree Council is unsustainable due to gross mismanagement. The immediate appointment
of an administrator and proper management to streamline procedures and reign in spending will see that Council achieve the desired ‘Fit for the Future’ status in time. Gloucester Council, being one of the smaller councils, is eligible to become a rural council under the authority of the NSW Government and supported with the backing of the Hunter group of councils. Together we can stop this unnecessary attack on our future. I strongly urge everyone in the Great Lakes LGA to join with the Myall Coast Chamber of Commerce and Tourism in stopping this merger before it decimates our region. Written submissions against the proposal can be made directly to the Council Boundary Review before 5pm Friday 15 April 2016. Full details of the proposal, including links to make or upload your submissions, can be found on the Great Lakes Council website. Submissions can also be sent directly to, Council Boundary Review, GPO Box 5341, Sydney NSW 2001. Mark McCormick President Myall Coast Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Inc.
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Man of the the match for Ken BOWLS Tea Gardens Men’s Bowling Club By The JAFFA
A BREAK the long run of hot humid weather on 16 March bought in morning showers just sufficient to force the cancellation of the usual Wednesday Nominated Triples competition. The showers cleared away however to allow the Mid- Week Pennant Grade 4 team to play New Lambton at home. It was to be a disappointing match with the home side just missing out by two shots. New Lambton only won one game but it was by a sufficient margin to take the Master Board 5957. Of the home sides, the Sean Mearrick team won by 6 shots 2418 and the Richard Lee four had a convincing win by 8 shots 19-11. Next week, the grade 4 side has a bye. 18 March: Friday Jackpot Pairs was played today in fine hot conditions. Winning the money, but not the jackpot, was Terry Isles and Stewart Sturrock on a margin of +14. They were closely followed by Graham
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THE second round of the Pennant Competition was played on Tuesday 15 March. The weather had cooled off a little, and apart from the breeze, the conditions were fairly comfortable. Our Grade 2 side competed against Soldiers Point, at Soldiers Point. Unfortunately for Tea Gardens, both our teams had losses. Nola Jackson’s team lost 10 – 29, while Maynie Robert’s team went down 11 – 25., giving Soldiers Point a win with 54 – 21. Grade 3 side played against Cardiff here at Tea Gardens. Both of our teams had losses. Lynne Green’s team lost 17 – 27, while Liz Kelly’s team went down 12 – 27, with Cardiff winning with a score of 54 – 29. Our Grade 4 side competed against Cardiff at Cardiff. One bright spot in the day, Loretta Baker’s team had a slight win with a score of 19 – 18. Wendy Brands 36 – 33. Could that be called a “close loss?” In our Home Competition, one game of 3 bowl triples took place. The winners were, Pauline Perry, Dorothy Thompson and Elke Jones, with a score of 20 – 10. Thursday, 17 March. (St. Patrick’s Day ): Round 3 of the Pennant Season was played today. Our Grade 2 side played against Stockton at Stockton. Both teams lost their matches. Maynie Robert’s team went down 14 – 19, while Nola Jackson’s team lost 18 – 21, giving Stockton a win of 40 – 32. Grade 3 side competed against Mayfield West at Mayfield West. Both teams won. Lynne Green’s team had a winning score of 19 – 15, while Liz Kelly’s team won21 – 20. A win to Tea Gardens with the score 40 – 35. Go girls. Our grade 4 side played against Soldiers Point at Soldiers Point. Both teams lost. Loretta Baker’s team lost 19 – 21, while Wendy Brand’s team went down 12 – 29. A win to Soldiers point 50 – 31. Social Bowls: The Home Competition continued today. The format was one game of triples, with Elke Jones the swinger. The winners were, Elke Jones, Susan Gate and Dorothy Thompson.
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BULAHDELAH Social Fishing Club members baited their rods and wet their lines at their monthly club competition held last weekend. With competitors taking up positions on the waters around the Mungo Brush area, the weekend competition had a decent turnout of anglers landing more than 85 fish between them. Rough water conditions proved to be challenging for the competitors with a south-easterly change bringing rough seas on Friday. The conditions eased by the end of the weekend with calmer conditions enjoyed on the water. A jewfish weighing in at 3.5kg landed by Paul Shultz took the title of the largest fish caught. The most unusual species category was claimed by Christopher Duncan who managed to land a saltwater hairtail. Despite an abundance of tailor caught during the competition, the number of fish hooked overall during the weekend was down on previous years. Fishing Club President Mr Darren Carrall said despite disappointment with the low numbers of catches, the club remained optimistic about future competitions. “Although we had less fish caught this time around, generally after Easter and onwards with cooler conditions we always see a greater number of fish,” Mr Carrall said.
“It becomes a more productive time for fishing competitions.” The post-competition weigh-in occurred at the Bulahdelah Bowling Club on Sunday with a competitor’s lunch. The Fishing Club’s next monthly competition will be held on the weekend of 1-3 April.
q ANGLERS: Winner of the largest fish Paul Shultz with his 3.5kg Jewfish.
q ANGLERS: Christopher Duncan won the most unusual species category with his catch of a hairtail.
GOLF Hawks Nest Golf Club Social Club By Luke BOYD
q WIN: Doug Hamm gets second win in as many weeks.
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By Linda CONROY FRIDAY Novice Competition, congratulations to the following: In the 10 to 50 M’Points Division, the winners are Dawn Bridges and Laurice Chivers, with Eric and Naomi White a very close second. The less than 10 M’Points Division, the winners are Janet and David Merryweather, with Anne Remmant and Shirley Sinclair in second place. Well done to all participants. Monday 14 March: N/S 1 Colin &
Trish Gratwick 2 Graham Brydon & Adrian Ryan 3 Gordon Morrison & Rex Stoessiger. E/W 1 Neil Alexander & Lynne Hawkins 2 Gary Melrose & Wendy Haycock 3 Alacoque Welsh & Allan Stewart. Handicap Winners – Colon & Trish Gratwick Friday 18 March: N/S 1 Jo & John Younghusband 2 Peter Parrett & Adrian Ryan 3 Christina LaPonder& Sue Donohue. E/W 1 Gordon Morrison & Rex Stoessiger 2 Trish & Colin Gratwick 3 Trish Thatcher & Mike Parfait. Handicap Winners – Gordon Morrison & Rex Stoessiger.
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WITH only 3 weeks of Thursday social golf to go, the competition has increased ten fold. New comer, Doug Hamm has done it again two weeks in a row. Scoring 24 points Doug Hamm has had his second win for as many weeks on Thursday 17 March. The runner up golfer for the daylight savings golf was John Della, scoring 23 points. No one won the nearest to the pin competition. Clinton Jacobson won the social golf raffle.
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Tuesday Ladies Stableford A. Grade: A. Scott, 33 Pts B. Grade: C. Rose, 25 Pts C. Grade: B. Smart, 30 Pts Saturday Mens Stableford A. Grade: E. Chivers, 39 Pts B. Grade: D. Downie, 40 Pts C. Grade: R. Turnbull, 36 Pts Saturday Ladies Stableford A. Grade: D. Nummy, 33 Pts B. Grade: F. Maclean, 31 Pts Sunday Mens Stableford Winner: T. Smith, 39 Pts Sunday ladies Stableford Winner: A. Morris, 37 Pts
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AUSTRALIA II American’s Cup model D L ,radio controlled $30. SO Ph: 49972523.
LARGE heavy duty round cane laundry basket with calico insert. $30.00 Phone 4997 9212
TRAILER for RideOn Mower $60, Canoe 2 man $450, Compressor $50, Whipper Snipper $10, White Laundry Tub $30. 0418 266 882.
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VOLUNTEERS Tea Gardens Public School are calling for volunteers for the Art Show this Easter weekend. Call Fiona Mobbs 0414 769 408
BRAUN Slide Projector, 11 cassettes which take 36 slides each, Focal Adjustable Stand that take slides or movies and a Focal Projector stand screen, 50” x 50”. Willing to sell for $150. 49971439. CANE TV unit. $50. Phone 0430363046 ADS WORK in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au CAMERA tripod Manfrotto heavy duty incl ball head and padded LD carry bag. As new. $300. SO Also monopod with tilt head. As new. $100. 0402054207. CHILD Bike Carrier used twice as new,folds down for car travelling, carrying capacity 40kg, 20inch air filled wheels . $100 Phone 49970960 or 0417419884 FRENCH polished dining room suite with eight chairs being two carvers and six chairs. Table has cabriole LD legs SO with turquoise micro suede covering on the seats. $500.00 ono. Phone 0408 100 145 GIRAFFE’S set of six (wooden), different colours and sizes, large to small. $80. Phone 4997 9212 HOLIDAY home furniture all in good condition, view from Sunday 6th March, 0429 453 684.
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The Clubhouse Auditorium, Tallowood Ave The Grange RSL Retirement Village Spinifex Ave Tea Gardens Easter Saturday 26 March 2016 8am to 2pm Plenty of Parking on Spinifex Ave NO TRASH ALL TREASURE
LOUNGE 2 x 3 seater night/day sofas. D Good condition.SO2L leather recliners. $200 Phone 49972088. PORTABLE 3 burner bbq. Good condition. $50.00. Phone 0429 009 887
RACING Bike Malvern Star. 12 speed. In excellent condition $350. Ph 49970922 STIHL-018C/miniboss chainsaw-14inch bar, with case, manual, $150. Ph 49970817. SURF board cover; like new. Suit board up to 8’5” x 2’3” $50. LD Bennett SORace Board, 10’6” Soft ex. cond. with cover $700. Ph: 0411067058. SURFBOARD AlMerrick Kelly Slater K-Step up. 6’’8 X 18 ¾ X 2 ½. Excellent Condition. $300. Paul 0414690791. ADS WORK in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au TEA or coffee service. 17 piece. Authentic, LD SO piece. $65. Maddigan TECHNICS Organ with stool $250. Ph 0428970662 TWO Queen Size dooner cover sets, exc cond 1 black & white, 1 purple & maroon $30 ea. ph 49972258. WEACO fridge/freezer model 110 including 12/24 Volt transformer for this unit. Ideal for 4wd owners. Perfect working clean unit. Total package $900. Phone 49972828
STACER boat $5,000, Good condition. Ph 0414433262
Caravans CAMPERVAN 2004 Aliner has full annex & fly. Very good condition. $13,700. Phone 0438337349. COROMAL Seka 535 Pop Top 2001 Model Caravan. A/C, LED Lighting, Dual Axle, Island Bed, 3 way Fridge, Very Good Condition. $19,500 o.n.o Ph 0408 632 431. MILLARD Caravan twin beds 2000 $12,999, Ph 0414433262 Email us: A proof/price will be emailed back ads@mcnota.com.au Or (02) 4983 2134
ADS WORK in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au HYUNDAI i30 SLX. 2 litre. Hatch. Manual. 93,000 kms. D Rego OL 51M. Exc 25/5/16.SBHS condition. $8,125ono. Ph: 042 999 1394. KIA Rio. 2003, Silver. Plus box trailer. Both unreg. 1 lrg floor jack. 3 steel jerry cans. Mechanically good. $700. Ph 49970284 PRADO 1996 $7,000, PhWork 0414433262 Wanted
Wanted STORAGE Shed to rent in Bulahdelah. Call Jill on 0410020096 WANTED to buy house in HN/TG. 2-3 bedrooms, finance approved. Ph: 0427 300 564.
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Palm Lake Resorts develop, construct and manage Over 50’s Resorts, Retirement Villages and Aged Care Facilities. We provide quality homes at a great price, and excellence in retirement living. We are looking for an experienced Sales Consultant to join our team at Tea Gardens Full Time. You must be available for some weekend work. Ideally you will have:Previous sales or customer service experience in any industry, however real estate or retirement village experience will be looked upon favourably; Proven ability to convert interest and enquiries into sales; A warm and inviting manner, and the ability to develop a rapport with customers and particularly our target market; Flexible with hours and availability to work weekends; Professional presentation; Motivation and be customer focused; Good skills on Word, Excel, Outlook; The ability to work as part of a close knit team and be flexible with duties; Positive and enthusiastic attitude; Please send resume along with covering letter to recruitment@palmlake.com.au
WESTERN red cedar round dining table 6 chairs $95.00. Nite & day sofa bed Free. 4997 0900
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The Hawks Nest / Tea Gardens Progress Association wishes to advise that the following traffic and parking arrangements have been approved by Great Lakes Council for the holding of the ‘Grey and Thespian Mardi Gras’ on Saturday 9 April 2016 between 7am and 5pm. • The temporary closure of the Hawks Nest Village Square (previously known as the mall). • The temporary closure of Tuloa Lane at both sides of the Hawks Nest Village Square. • Barricading of four parking spaces in the Booner St service road at the southern end of the Village Square. • Barricading of the entrance to the western most car park in Yamba St. These temporary closures are required to ensure the safety of the public during the holding of the ‘Grey and Thespian Mardi Gras’. The Progress Association regrets any inconvenience caused by these arrangements. Any enquiries should be directed to the Association’s President, Trevor Jennings on 0431 250 563.
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PUBLIC EXHIBITION Planning Proposal and Draft Development Control Plan Provisions for Detached Dual Occupancy and Secondary Dwellings in Rural Areas Council is exhibiting a Planning Proposal to: •Allow Dual Occupancies (detached) with consent in the RU2 Rural Landscape zone of Great Lakes Local Environmental Plan (LEP) 2014 on properties where dwellings are permitted. •Establish requirements for when detached dual occupancy and detached secondary dwellings will be allowed with Council’s approval. The Minister has delegated the making of the Local Environmental Plan to Council. Council is also exhibiting draft amendments to the Great Lakes Development Control Plan (DCP) to clarify the objectives and controls for detached dual occupancies and detached secondary dwellings within rural residential, rural and environmental areas. Exhibition Period and Public Submissions The Planning Proposal and draft development control plan provisions are on exhibition from Wednesday 23 March to Friday 13 May 2016 inclusive and may be inspected as follows: •Council Administration Office – Breese Parade, Forster (8.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday, public holidays excluded) •Tea Gardens Customer Service Centre – Myall Street (9.00am to 4.00pm Monday to Friday, public holidays excluded) •Stroud Customer Service Centre - 6 Church Lane (Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 12.00pm, public holidays excluded) The documents can also be viewed on Council’s website. How to make a submission Any person is invited to make a written submission on the proposals during the exhibition period. All submissions must be received by 4.30pm on the last day of exhibition and be addressed to the General Manager or council@greatlakes.nsw.gov.au. Please quote the Planning Proposal reference (SP-PP-25) and provide full return postal address and telephone number when making a submission. You can now also provide feedback online. Visit the ‘Have Your Say’ section of Council’s website. Feedback via email is also encouraged at council@greatlakes.nsw.gov.au Submissions may be accessible by the general public under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 and may be reproduced in full in a Council business paper or available on Council’s website. For this reason interested persons are advised to refrain from including personal and health information about themselves or other people, defamatory statements or abusive language within submissions. Where a submission is made by way of objection, the grounds of objection must be specified. Should you require any further information please contact Council’s Customer Service Centre on (02) 6591 7222 CLOSURE OF LANDFILLS AND TRANSFER STATIONS ON GOOD FRIDAY 25 MARCH 2016 All Landfills and Transfer Stations within the Great Lakes area will be closed to the public on Friday 25 March 2016 (Good Friday). All other operating times remain unchanged. There will be no change to Councils Weekly Domestic Waste collection service (bins will be emptied on Good Friday and Easter Monday). PO BOX 450 FORSTER NSW 2428
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THE Hawks Nest Golf Club is hosting the “Inaugural Grey Nomads’ Cup” in conjunction with the Grey & Thespian Mardi Gras on Friday 8 April 2016 as part of Seniors Week Celebrations. Organiser David Gilbert said he is looking forward to seeing a great turn-out of players on the day. “This is a 4-personambrose event which has been sponsored by Palm Lake Resorts,” he said. Mr Gilbert said there will be a host of great prizes on offer on the day including a Perpetual Trophy and four replica trophies for the winning team plus prizes for the
placegetters, nearest the pins and longest drive. “We are hoping to attract players from many clubs all around the outlying areas for this year’s event. But of course we will be building on making The Grey Nomads’ Cup a bigger and better event where hopefully we can attract players and travelling nomads from all around NSW and even VIC in future years,” he said. The cost of $50 per head includes green fees, a meal and a drink voucher for each competitor. All players must have an Australian Golf Link number and be aged 50 years or older. To lodge your nomination for the event, please contact the Hawks Nest Golf Club Pro Shop on 4997 0740.
q CUP: Hawks Nest Golf Club professional Andrew McCormack and organiser David Gilbert showing just a few of the prizes on offer for “The Grey Nomads’ Cup”.
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17/3/2016 Stableford A Grade 1. Peter Gurney 39 c/b 2. Colin Clinch 39 3. Arthur Calverley 37 4. Dennis Casey 35 c/b 5. Breton Gibbs 35 c/b B Grade 1. Rodney Austin 40 2. Arthur King 38 3. Ron Stewart 37 4. John Dunning 36 c/b 5. Damien Ward 36 c/b C Grade 1. Paul Phillips 38 2. Des Pagett 37 c/b 3. Les Davies 37 4. Alan Townsend 35 c/b 5. Alan Parsons 35 NTP. 10th A. Paul Ibbetson 10th B. Bill Vandenberg 10th C. Grahame Chapman 16th A. Graeme Brambley 16th B. Lee Rankin 16th C. David Bruce
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