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Newcastle Weekly contents

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This week...

From the editor The Christmas tree went up in our household last weekend (late – or was it on time? It’s hard to tell, as this holiday tradition seems to creep forward earlier and earlier each year).

It’s the first time we’ve put the tree up in three years. Neglectful, I know, but when you’re moving between rentals and space is at a premium, there’s not always room for a great big Christmas tree.

But this year, we made it happen. Sans lights, because, ironically, we lost them in our last move. The show must go on!

This week we’re carrying forth the festive spirit with our bumper Christmas gift edition. Everything you need to choose and wrap the perfect gift for that special someone is in the palm of your hands.

You’ll find our Christmas Gift Guide Feature on pages 32 to 35, plus Newcastle Weekly’s hand-picked gift edits on pages 57 and 60; 10 clever ways to disguise gifts on page 59; as well as tips to style your home for the big day on page 61.

There are also plenty of opportunities to win a gift for a loved one (or keep it for yourself, we won’t judge), including family passes to Hunter Valley Gardens’ Christmas Lights Spectacular, Julie Faye and the Enchanted Christmas Pudding book and doll sets, and The Windsors Series 1 & 2 box sets (includes Christmas special).

- Georgia Osland

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Push to reclaim wetlands Squabble over land

Parking woes cause concern Gridlock in Maitland CBD

Search for common ground All-ages venues in question

Sweeping changes to transport Keolis Downer announces overhaul

Regulars 08 27 32 36 49 57 59 61 62 71 75 77 82

News Socials & Have You Heard Christmas Gift Guide Feature Seniors Feature Time Out The Look Home Judy Sharpe gardening Real Estate TV Guide Puzzles & Stars Trades and Services My Favourite Things

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50 Julie Faye and the Enchanted Christmas Pudding book and doll sets 52 Newcastle comedy showcase double passes 54 Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Lights Spectacular family passes 54 The Windsors Series 1 & 2 box sets 81 Newcastle Weekly competition winners

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news Push to reclaim wetlands Port Stephens resident Kathy Brown believes the community cannot “breathe a sigh of relief” until the Mambo Wetlands are safely back in public hands.

Plans to build a single-storey dual occupancy home within koala habitat at the Salamander Bay site were withdrawn last week.

The application was lodged by property developer Paul Unicomb after the state government sold the land for $250,000 in an online auction.

Ms Brown, a member of the Mambo-Wanda Wetlands Conservation Group, hailed the withdrawal of the proposal as “fantastic”.

But she says the land urgently needs to be returned to the public.

“We’ve always thought [Mr Unicomb] can just revise it and put another application in,” she says.

“Once [the land] is safe, there are

other avenues to pursue, such as a boardwalk through the area.

“People think it’s just scrubby bush and, unless they go in there and appreciate it for themselves, it will always be under threat.”

East Ward councillor Jaimie Abbott says she will push for Port Stephens Council to offer a permanent solution at its next meeting on 12 December.

Cr Abbott claims the development application has caused “turmoil and distress” within the local community.

“I want the site returned to public ownership and included in a new consolidated Mambo Reserve, protected and managed by council,” she says.

“Council should seek a good-faith negotiation with the developer but, if this is not possible, the next step is compulsory acquisition.

“This situation was created a year

Emma Bowen, Douglas Curtis, Irene Jones and Kassia Klinger at the Mambo Wetlands.

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ago by the state government, which now admits it ‘made a mistake.’

“I do not want one cent of Port Stephens’ ratepayer money wasted on rectifying someone else’s mistake, so I am asking the state government to stump up and pay council’s costs.”

Ms Brown says she is encouraged

by Cr Abbott’s potential solution.

However, the conservation group will continue a petition, with 10,000 signatures needed to guarantee parliamentary debate.

“We’ve been promised things before and they didn’t happen – so we’ll keep going until the deal is all signed and delivered,” she says.

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news Parking cause for concern Business owners, staff and customers have expressed concern over a lack of parking within the Maitland CBD. A petition, which attracted 539 signatures, was discussed at Maitland City Council’s latest meeting.

It mostly included comments on the need for more parking, difficulties finding a park, and safety fears.

Local resident Deborah Lawrence argues The Levee Shared Zone – a space within the city’s revamped shopping precinct where pedestrians and vehicles both have common place – is particularly worrisome.

Ms Lawrence says there has been growing frustration from those who work in, or visit, the area.

“I don’t think 30-minute parking [at the shared zone] is long enough for people to get in and out, especially at this time of year,” she says.

“There’s a big shipping container, which is dangerous; wooden seats

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where there could have been car parks; and the footpath has been extended, taking away more parks.

“Most people come in for more than an hour or three, find a park, and [can] go back to a sign on their car saying it’s likely they will get a fine for being there too long.”

According to Maitland council, there are about 500 on-street and more than 3,000 off-street car spaces available within the CBD. Some of the car parks include: Elgin Street, Preschool Lane, the Reading Cinemas Complex, Hunter Mall, Maitland Marketplace and Maitland Leagues Club, Pender Place, Church Street, the Riverside, and St Andrews Street.

In July, the council opted to conduct a review of parking in the CBD after the completion of The Levee and Stockland Green Hills.

The review is expected to look at

Deborah Lawrence at The Levee Shared Zone in Maitland.

access, location and distribution, for both long and short-stay parking, as a basis for determining future carparking requirements.

At the latest meeting, councillors voted to advise petitioners that their position had not changed.

But Ms Lawrence believes the review may come too late for some businesses, while she also claims there’s a lack of safety for both workers and shoppers.

“There have been so many businesses going, ‘It’s just not working,’” she says.

“I’ve also seen kids run out and nearly get hit [by cars] because there’s no definition between the road and the pavement.

“And, most of the people who work there until late are women, so it can be dangerous for them to get to their cars, especially during winter.”

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First-time mum or experienced parent: it doesn’t matter how many times you’ve been around the block – everyone needs support.

Tingira Heights mum-of-three Sally Gray knows all about needing a hand-up.

Miss Gray fell pregnant with her first-born son, Ty, when she was 17. At the time, she felt isolated and out of her depth.

That was until she found Raise Foundation’s Bump mentoring program for young mums.

The program pairs pregnant or parenting young women aged up to 23 with older, more experienced mothers, who act as mentors.

She’s since graduated from the inaugural program on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, where she was living at the time, and has gone on to become a Bump program counsellor in the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie area, where the program launched in March 2016.

And, now, Bump is looking to expand its mentor base, along with the Raise Foundation’s In School Mentoring Opportunity (ISMO) program, which, next year, will be conducted at Glendale Technology High.

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The Bump program has moved around where the need has arisen, from The Place: Charlestown Community Centre in its inaugural year, to Swansea Community Cottage and DALE Young Parents School at Waratah.

In 2018, Bump will continue at DALE Young Parents School.

“It is our vision to create thriving communities by empowering young people to become resilient, capable and connected, using best-practice mentoring to impact the wellbeing of young people at risk of disengagement,” Miss Gray said.

“But we need mentors to provide the support.

“Even if the need’s there, we can’t help without our village of volunteers.”

To find out more about volunteering for either Bump or ISMO, email mentor@raise.org. au or phone 0426 972 473.

Raise Foundation provides all volunteers with a free accredited TAFE training course in mentoring skills.

- Georgia Osland

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news Search for common ground The fate of Hamilton all-ages music venue The Commons hangs in the balance.

It faces the task of finding a new home – where Boys Don’t Cry Collective and Lostlight Bookings can continue to host drug and alcoholfree events for young people – after a Newcastle council inspection found the building was non-compliant.

The Beaumont Street building, owned by the Uniting Church, lacks an adequate number of fire exits.

But, as a not-for-profit, the church cannot afford to bring it up to scratch, and has no other choice but to close The Commons’ doors, four years after The Loft suffered a similar fate in Newcastle East.

In response, Boys Don’t Cry Collective has started an online petition, lobbying Newcastle council to provide an alternative solution.

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3,700 signatures in support.

Boys Don’t Cry Collective events manager Andrew Brassington says he’s hopeful of a positive outcome, but believes red tape is hindering communication with the council.

“If we could just get to the lord mayor or [deputy lord mayor] Declan Clausen, I’m sure we’d be able to come to an agreement, but unfortunately, it’s not as simple to reach them as you’d expect,” he says.

“Everyone seems to be forgetting what this is actually about: it’s about the music, but that’s been tied up in bureaucracy.”

Cr Clausen tells Newcastle Weekly he has exchanged emails with Boys Don’t Cry Collective, and the council has the community’s best interests at heart.

“These safety regulations are in place for a reason,” Cr Clausen says.

“We are eager to make sure there

Boys Don’t Cry Collective events manager Andrew Brassington at The Commons on Beaumont Street, Hamilton.

are creative spaces for young people like The Commons, but rules do apply. There has to be a balance.”

Cr Clausen says he’s discussed the matter with the council’s interim chief executive officer, Jeremy Bath, who shares the same sentiments.

He says lord mayor Nuatali Nelmes is planning to host a

roundtable in December or early January to discuss the fate of not just The Commons, but other all-ages venues in Newcastle, including Softys on Maitland Road, Islington.

This could involve searching for temporary homes for non-compliant venues, such as community halls.

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news Future all stitched up Claire Stewart was eager to join the worldwide phenomenon of community groups working to reduce plastic pollution.

So, earlier this year, she set up Lake Macquarie Boomerang Bags – an initiative that allows shoppers to re-use bags made from mostly-recycled fabric.

Several sewing workshops ensured over the next few months but, when Ms Stewart moved away from the region, it appeared as though the local scheme may unravel.

Up popped Anna Dowley and her team from The Canopy community centre at Cameron Park.

The not-for-profit organisation provides multiple services for families, children and the community.

And, in an almost seamless move, it called on the support of the ever-ready Cardiff Area Sustainable Neighbourhood Group (CASNG) to organise another sewing workshop.

Ms Dowley, the Boomerang Bags’ new coordinator, said she was excited about the community’s growing interest.

“The [latest] workshop was a huge success, with 32 bags being sewn on the day,” she said.

“It’s very early days for the Lake Macquarie group,

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Lake Macquarie Boomerang Bags’ new co-ordinator, Anna Dowley.

so we’re looking at having extra workshops set up early in the new year.

“We’re also keen to have a regular group that meets up, and are wanting to recruit people.”

During the workshops, volunteers can help with fabric donations, cutting and pinning the fabric, and ironing the finished bag.

Anyone who wants to help get rid of plastic shopping bags, and can use a sewing machine or overlocker, or has one in good condition, is invited to attend.

For more information, phone Anna on 4908 1140 or email annad@thecanopy.org.au - Ben Murphy

An electric bike-sharing service will launch in Newcastle early next year as part of the state government’s On Demand public transport trial.

The service will use an integrated bike docking system and smart technology, including GPS tracking and mobile device checkout system.

Parliamentary Secretary for the Hunter, Scot MacDonald, said locations had been specifically designed to create a bike share network as an active transport connection between Hamilton, Newcastle West, Newcastle East, and the CBD. “To help alleviate cases of misuse, all bikes must be returned to a docking bay,” he said.

The On Demand service will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with customers able to book the e-bikes via a mobile-friendly website. The service will be offered by BYKKO, Australia’s first provider of electric bike-share systems, and a Newcastle-headquartered company.

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Major overhaul of transport services Private operator Keolis Downer has announced sweeping changes to its transport services.

More than a thousand extra buses and ferry services will be delivered across Newcastle and eastern Lake Macquarie each week when the new Newcastle Transport network is introduced on 14 January 2018.

Keolis Downer Hunter chief executive officer, Campbell Mason, claims the system will provide customers with more choice than ever before.

The company aims to improve bus connections between major hubs and the Newcastle CBD, offering services every 15 minutes during the day, as well as strengthening links between suburbs and town centres.

“The new year will see a new

way for Novocastrians to travel, with extra services, more frequent buses and ferries, new bus routes and better connections between modes to get customers to where they want to go,” Mr Mason says.

But Swansea MP Yasmin Catley slammed the new network over the loss of a direct service from parts of her electorate to inner-city Newcastle.

Ms Catley says some Swansea passengers travelling to key hubs, like the John Hunter Hospital, will be forced to switch buses up to three times.

“The new network just goes to show that the whole consultation process has been nothing more than a hollow publicity stunt,” she says.

“The privatisation of our public transport network has delivered a

dud deal for the people of Swansea, who will have longer journey times and more changeovers.

“At the end of the day, it is clear to me that Newcastle Transport is about profit not people, and my community is worse off because of it.”

As part of the overhaul, Keolis Downer has looked to simplify route numbers by restricting them to double digits, while it will also introduce an ‘on demand’ bus trial around Dudley, Mount Hutton and Warners Bay. Lake Macquarie mayor, Kay Fraser, welcomed the trial, with on demand buses to run in addition to timetabled services.

“As a city of geographically dispersed towns and suburbs separated by a large mass of water, Lake Macquarie has complex public

transport challenges that require innovative solutions,” Cr Fraser says.

“I welcome Newcastle Transport’s decision to trial this new ride-sharing system in Lake Macquarie, and hope it will both improve services for current patrons and encourage more people in our city to use public transport.”

On demand buses will pick customers up near their home and deliver them to specific locations, rather than running on designated routes.

There is set to be an introductory full fare of $3 one-way during the trial, while concession fares will apply.

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news Return and Earn’s early pain

Newcastle’s Queens Wharf Tower.

Iconic tower set to fall One of Newcastle’s most unusual landmarks has stood proudly over the harbour for the past three decades.

But the divisive Queens Wharf Tower will be demolished in 2018 after Newcastle City Council voted to make better use of the space.

Built in 1988, the observation tower has been deemed a safety hazard and not accessible for everyone in the community; is the subject of lewd jokes and negative reports; and would have cost an estimated $1.6 million to maintain over the next four years.

The structure, named after Queen Elizabeth II, was the centrepiece of a $13 million development to celebrate Australia’s bicentenary.

Newcastle council will seek feedback on how the space can be used before placing a final design on public exhibition.

The first reverse vending machines have been rolled out across the Hunter Region as the state government targets a 40% reduction in litter by 2020.

The Return and Earn initiative, which officially started on 1 December, offers a choice to donate their refund directly to selected charities or transfer it to their designated account.

Member of the NSW Upper

Hunter, Taylor Martin MLC, says the scheme will be “convenient and easy for people to use”.

But local MPs have hit out at a lack of collection points. To date, the only machines in the region are located at Bonnells Bay, Mayfield, Mount Hutton, Morisset, Medowie, Salamander Bay, and Scone. Most drink containers eligible for the 10-cent refund are between 150ml and three litres.

Light rail track arrives More than 12 kilometres of light rail track is ready to be installed along the city’s new light rail route.

The straight and curved sections, weighing a total of 646 tonnes, arrived in the Port of Newcastle from Austria last week.

The first section of track will be installed at Merewether Street, near the Newcastle Museum.

A rubber boot, known as a Vector System, will be fitted over the track before it is laid in a bid to absorb vibration and noise in light rail carriages, while also minimising noise for surrounding residents and businesses.

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On the road to independence Obtaining your license as a teen can be difficult enough without added financial or social disadvantage.

That’s where the Salvation Army’s Drive For Life program steps in.

The driver training and mentoring program, which launched in Newcastle last week, provides financially-marginalised youth

with free driving lessons with a professional instructor, ongoing driver mentoring, and financial assistance to pay for driving tests and an annual license.

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The Salvation Army already offers Drive For Life in Wyong, and it’s one of the most sought-after programs, so the organisation was keen to bring it to Newcastle. It will be delivered by Oasis Hunter in Hamilton.

Oasis Hunter manager James Iuliano says the program is a muchneeded addition to the centre.

“We’re so thrilled to be launching the program locally because we know far too well that demand for a service like this in the Hunter is very high,” Mr Iuliano says.

“Drive for Life will complement our existing offering and will, quite literally, help young people steer their own future.

“It’s a program that can genuinely create meaningful opportunities and transform young lives.”

For more information, phone Oasis Hunter on 4969 8066.

New test for cervical cancer An estimated 18,000 women in Newcastle who are overdue for their Pap test have been urged to use the more effective, five-early Cervical Screening Test.

The new test, which has replaced the Pap test, is expected to reduce cervical cancer deaths by at least 20%.

NSW chief cancer officer, professor David Currows, said the new test would ensure women remain one step ahead of the illness.

“The previous Pap test could only detect changes in the cells once they had occurred, whereas this test will allow us to identify and monitor women with human papillomavirus (HPV), who may be at a higher risk of these changes occurring, while women who are negative for HPV will have five years before their next screen,” professor Currow said.

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2017 Local Legend Captain Andrew Traill (middle) donates his prize money to the Newcastle Mission to Seafarers.

Captain rewarded for tireless work Master Mariner Captain Andrew Traill took out the 2017 Local Legends award for his tireless volunteer work for many non-profit and community organisations in Newcastle.

These include, but are not limited to, the Newcastle Mission to Seafarers, Newcastle Shippers, Wanderers Rugby Club, Friends of Newcastle Cathedral Music, and the Cathedral Precinct Committee.

The Local Legends competition is an initiative of David Lloyd Funerals. It recognises locals for their caring and selfless contributions to the local community, and, this year, attracted more than 260 entries.

Captain Traill’s prize included $1,000, plus an additional $1,000 to donate to his chosen charity.

However, Captain Traill generously gifted the total prize money to the Mission to Seafarers.

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Newcastle and Lake Macquarie’s property boom shows no sign of slowing down, according to data in PRDnationwide’s latest property market reports for both local government areas.

The Newcastle report shows the median house price in Newcastle LGA has risen by 11.1% to $600,000 over the past 12 months, while the median unit price has also increased by 12.7% to $495,000.

The median house price for Lake Macquarie (Warners Bay, Speers Point, Valentine, Lakelands, Charlestown, Belmont, Cardiff, Macquarie Hills, Eleebana and Belmont North) grew by 7.7% to $560,000, and by 8.4% to $450,000 for units.

Median rent also increased over the past 12 months, to $445 per week for a house in Newcastle, and $432 in Lake Macquarie. Units were sitting at $400 and $380 per week respectively.

“Astute investors will do well in the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie markets due to favourable conditions for long-term investments,” PRDnationwide Newcastle and Lake Macquarie principal, Mark Kentwell, said.

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Newcastle Hunter Dragon Boat Club’s Karen Chong has represented Australia at the world championships.

Chong’s seventh heaven in China Newcastle’s Karen Chong has returned home with an impressive haul of medals after representing Australia in the ancient sport of dragon boat racing.

Chong was part of the national team, known as the Auroras, which competed at the International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF) World Championships in China.

She claimed seven medals from the Senior C division, 60-plus age group.

In the two kilometre distance, Chong picked up two silvers (women’s standard boat – paddling, and open standard boat – drumming), as well as a bronze (mixed standard boat – drumming).

Just a couple of days later, she added a bronze in the 500 metre mixed standard boat (drumming), before earning another silver (women’s standard boat – paddling) and bronze (mixed standard boat – drumming) in the 200 metre section.

A silver medal in the 500 metre women’s standard boat (paddling and drumming) rounded out her haul.

The Newcastle Hunter Dragon Boat Club member said it was a fantastic experience.

“It’s the highest level of competition for dragon boats,” she told Newcastle Weekly.

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“In swimming, you have the Worlds and the Olympics – this is the equivalent.

“Twenty-four countries competed, and China put on a spectacular show; there was a big opening ceremony, they staged all of the events, and then the closing ceremony.”

Chong, who took up the sport six years ago, underwent a rigorous selection process to qualify for China.

“It was my first time competing at that level, and it was a long campaign,” she said.

“The length of preparation from when I first started training to when it [the championships] ended was about 16 months.

“I just love the sport, both the social aspect and the physicality – it’s a very high-intensity sport.”

Dragon boat racing has its roots in an ancient folk ritual of contending villagers, which dates back to about 2,000 years ago in southern China.

It emerged, in modern times, as an international sport, beginning in Hong Kong in 1976.

For more information on the Newcastle Hunter Dragon Boat Club, visit dragonhunters.org.au - Ben Murphy

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1. Flea allergies The most common skin condition seen by vets is an allergy to flea bites, which causes classic flea allergy dermatitis. In dogs, this usually starts as a thinning and chewing of the hair over the base of the tail, which can extend to other parts of the body if left untreated.

Flea dirt can also be identified in the coat as black gritty material.

In cats, a common sign of an allergy to flea bites is excessive licking or grooming, which is sometimes accompanied by lumpy sores. Some animals have cases of hypersensitivity, meaning they are so allergic that a single flea bite can cause their whole body to itch.

When a vet diagnoses a pet with flea allergy dermatitis, it is often met with the owner’s response of “but they don’t have any fleas!”.

This is understandable, as fleas are hard to fi nd on some pets, or the offending flea may have jumped off before the reaction occurred.

Despite flea allergies being common among animals, there is

still good news. Flea allergies are preventable with new ranges of modern products available. Ask our friendly RSPCA NSW staff to help you choose one suitable for your pet.

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3. Contact allergies Many pets are allergic to grasses or plants such as the Wandering Jew. If this is the case, your pet may experience a rash on the belly area.

If your pet is showing signs of having an allergic reaction, bathe them weekly with a hypoallergenic oatmeal shampoo. Also ensure that your flea control program is adequate. Many pets need vet treatment to help control the itching and skin inflammation associated with an allergy.

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sport Muscat strike sinks Jets A powerful late strike from Melbourne City’s Manny Muscat saw the visitors steal a 2-1 win over the Newcastle Jets at McDonald Jones Stadium on Saturday.

The Jets started brightly, and hit the front in the 31st minute through the in-form Andrew Nabbout.

But City’s Ross McCormack earned, and slotted, a penalty shortly afterwards. Then, in the 86th minute, Muscat smashed a volley into the top right corner to hand Newcastle its first home loss for the season.

The Jets will now face Perth Glory at nib Stadium this Saturday 9 December.

Knights sign Pearce The Newcastle Knights have signed halfback Mitchell Pearce.

The 28-year-old, who played 238 NRL games for the Sydney Roosters and has also represented NSW in 17 State of Origin matches, agreed to a four-year contract.

Pearce turned down offers from both Cronulla and Manly to link up with Newcastle.

His contract is reportedly worth $1 million a season. Pearce follows Connor Watson and Aidan Guerra (Roosters), Kalyn Ponga (North Queensland), Herman Ese’ese and Tautau Moga (Brisbane), and Slade Griffin (Melbourne) to the Knights.

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Knitters’ Christmas stall

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The Wangi Library Knitters will hold a Christmas stall outside IGA Supermarket (Francis Road, Wangi Wangi) on Friday 8 December from 9.30am to 2pm.

The group will be selling a range of gifts as well as knitted and crocheted articles. There will also be a Christmas hamper raffle, and a non-perishable food drive for the Mission to the Homeless, run by Morisset Anglican Parish.

Proceeds from the stall will be donated to the local women’s refuge.

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The Salvation Army Brass Band will perform Christmas carols at Garden Suburb Uniting Church (corner Prospect Road and Marshall Street, Garden Suburb) on Sunday 10 December at 2pm. Come along and sing with the band. Devonshire tea will be served. Gold coin donations will be gifted to the Salvation Army.

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Coping with grief in the holidays Australia’s foremost author and educator on the art of empathy, Doris Zagdanski, is hosting a grief seminar on Tuesday 12 December at Newcastle Memorial Park (Anderson Drive, Beresfield) on coping with grief during the holiday period. Christmas is a time of joy for most, however, some are not as fortunate as the holidays can be filled with sad memories of loved ones no longer with us. The seminar starts at 10am. All welcome.

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Computerpals wraps up for the year Computerpals for Seniors Maitland will hold its last meeting of the year on Friday 8 December. The club meets on the first Thursday of the month (except in January) at East Maitland Bowling Club (Banks Street, East Maitland), providing low-cost tech tuition for seniors over the age of 55. For more information, phone Coral Cox on 4966 3530, Peter Laing on 4934 3661, or Barbara Greaves on 4932 0934.

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Lifeline Community Connect JULY - DEC 2017 Record numbers at World Suicide Prevention Day Walk In October, a record number of more than 700 people walked from Bar Beach to Merewether Baths in Newcastle to mark World Suicide Prevention Day.

Saluting 5 Newcastle and Hunter Brass Blokes

Thanks to Newcastle Coal Infrastructure Group and the Primary Health Network for helping to make the walk possible. Also to the Newcastle Jets and everyone else who participated.

The walk provided a moment of reflection for those bereaved by suicide. It is also about the community coming together to acknowledge suicide in the hope of creating positive change.

Communities in both Port Stephens and the Central Coast also marked this special day of reflection and hope.

Finalists Lloyd Valentine, Joshua Hewitt, Colin Ovenden, Charles Webster, David Sams.

There are many men who, despite going through big challenges, find the courage to give back to the community.

We paid tribute to five such inspirational men at our Newcastle and Hunter Brass Blokes event.

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Joshua Hewitt, Carrington Colin Ovenden, Woodberry David Sams, Boat Harbour Lloyd Valentine, Adamstown Heights Charles Webster, Hamilton Charles Webster was named this year’s Brass Bloke with a special commendation to Dave Sams. In our eyes though, all five blokes deserve recognition.

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Special thanks to emcee 2NURFM’s Todd Sergeant plus ABCTV “Man Up” series host Gus Worland, Newcastle Jets’ CEO Lawrie McKinna and Lake Macquarie Citizen of the Year John Cleary who discussed the topic of mental health and resilience.

The event was made possible with the support of Port of Newcastle and the Pettigrew Family.

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Counselling now available in Belmont

Five local clubs are helping us to save local lives and assist people in crisis. A big thank you to these clubs, their members and guests.

• Wests Group • Belmont 16s • Wallsend Diggers • Hexham Bowling Club • Woy Woy Leagues Club

Need someone to talk to? Personal or relationship issues?

Affordable, confidential, one-hour sessions with our expertly trained Lifeline counsellor every Monday at the Belmont Neighbourhood Centre.

The funding came via the Clubs NSW Grants Scheme.

Funds from Belmont 16s and Woy Woy leagues Club will fund local face to face counselling services. The other clubs help fund our 13 11 14 telephone crisis support service.

Counselling is also available in Newcastle (Islington), Singleton, Karuah and Wyoming.

Talking can help avoid reaching crisis point and improve your emotional wellbeing. To book an appointment phone 4940 2000.

This service is part funded by Belmont 16s through Clubs NSW Grants Scheme.

Communities to engage with suicide prevention Tools such as support and bereavement groups, speaker’s bureaus and suicide prevention training for community members will be rolled out in Taree, Singleton, Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Central Coast and Port Stephens.

Lifeline’s Regional Manager Robert Sams with Belmont 16’s CEO Scott Williams

Help for sporting clubs. Mind your (sports) mates.

Mind Your (sports) Mates is a one-hour ‘casual chat’ for sporting club officials as well as young people playing for that club to be able to recognise the signs of depression, anxiety and thoughts of suicide. The talk also gives practical tips on what to do or what to say if someone is distressed or in a crisis situation.

The talk is delivered in the sporting club by Lifeline skillsfor-life suicide prevention trainers.

Mind your (sports) Mates is being trialed on the Central Coast thanks to funding from North Gosford Rotary Club.

If your club is interested in having the talk please call Katie Allen on 4920 7400.

Our Comprehensive Suicide Prevention Service (CSPS) Manager Robyn Lawrence says, importantly, the tools will be determined by each local community to meet their needs.

A Community Advisory Committee is working with Robyn on the strategy. In each area, a local community action group will help identify needs and implement the strategy.

The strategy is funded by Hunter New England Central Coast Primary Health Network. The funding will also help us provide the Life Matters program to more people.

The program is a more intense and supported form of counselling and support for people at high risk of suicide or who have attempted suicide.

KOFM’s Tanya and Steve support ‘Donate for a Mate’

Lifeline’s new mobile shop

Thank you to those local people who donated to us on November 1 during the inaugural, national Lifeline for Lifeline Day. Your contributions support us in providing help to those in crisis in our local community.

This means, we are now able to bring our great range of items to you in our fitted out van, styled especially to fit your event. Look out for it at a community event near you!

Lifeline Central is our new mobile shop.

Lifeline shops are not welfare shops. They sell quality preloved and new fashion, shoes, furniture, bric-a-brac, books, records, craft and accessories at very affordable prices, to fund local crisis support services, that ultimately save local lives.

Our shops: Belmont l Cardiff l Designer Depot l Hamilton North l Maitland l Mayfield l Nelson Bay l Raymond Terrace l Toronto l Wallsend l Woy Woy l Wyoming l Wyong

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We’re continuing the request to help us to meet the growing demand for our suicide prevention and crisis support services through our new ‘Donate for a Mate’ campaign.

Local media agency and Lifeline supporter Out Of The Square (OOTS) has developed a community service announcement video. It features KOFM breakfast duo Tanya Wilks and Steve G, former Newcastle Knights’ player and coach Michael Hagan and businesswoman Nerida Bint.

All have lost someone to suicide.

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Christmas puddings save lives Lifeline Hunter Central Coast relies on community and business donations for more than 55% of its funding.

Give the gift of hope this Christmas It costs $26 to fund one 13 11 14 crisis call for someone struggling with life’s challenges but that call can help save a life and benefit that person’s family, friends and others in the community.

Help us meet the call demand this holiday season by donating today. Why not make a donation on behalf of someone as their Christmas gift?

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There’s still time to order your Lifeline Christmas pudding, hand-made with love by Adamstown Pudding Kitchen.

These delicious puddings are an ideal Christmas gift or addition to the Christmas table. Choose from the traditional, flavoured or gluten free puddings.

A third of the proceeds go to fund our suicide prevention services when ordered through any of Lifeline’s local shops or by calling 4940 2000.

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Thanks to our 2017 supporters Thank you to everyone who attended our fundraising events in 2017 and the community groups who hosted fundraisers on our behalf. If you’d like to fundraise for us or want to know more about these events call 4940 2007 or visit www.lifelinehunter.org.au/events/

At the ‘Rocking the Grange’ gig in November Jake Cassar and his supporters raised more than $800 which they have donated for Central Coast suicide prevention services.

We are very grateful to these people and organisations for their help this year.

Jake is also spending 14 days on a bush tucker challenge from Dec 8 where he hopes to raise more funds in support of suicide prevention.

Jake Cassar at The Grange Hotel Wyoming

Our amazing volunteers We couldn’t run our services without the support of our amazing local volunteers. Thanks to our: • 247 Lifeline Shops volunteers • 26 professional Face to Face counsellors.

• 138 Telephone Crisis Supporters

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We need people from all walks of life to staff our 24 Hour 13 11 14 line. We will train and support you to be a volunteer Telephone Crisis Supporter.

Courses start in February and June in 2018. Visit lifelinehunter.org.au/volunteer for details

Telephone Crisis Support volunteer Kathy Prior

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The Newcastle Shop offers one-stop visitor services A new pop-up retail business run by Newcastle City Council is offering a central location for visitor services in Honeysuckle during the city’s peak tourism and event season.

Located in the former café space within Newcastle Museum, The Newcastle Shop is a place for visitors to find out where to go in Newcastle, buy a souvenir or have a cup of coffee, and sit comfortably while using the facility’s free Wi-Fi to research things to do in Newcastle and the surrounding region.

Sprocket Roasters, Newcastle's innovative, carbon-conscious and award-winning coffee, is a fitting feature of the new shop.

Now open, the shop will continue to operate through to 31 March 2018 in order to provide visitor services throughout the busy summer season.

“With the growing investment in Newcastle as a major events city, council recognised the need to better support inbound visitors with improved visitor services, information and event activation hubs,” interim chief executive officer, Jeremy Bath, said.

“Feedback from the tourism industry is that visitor services have been under-supported and there is also no centralised retail store specialising in Newcastle souvenirs and local product.

“Newcastle Museum is, by default, one of the main sites for visitor information in the city, so it was a natural choice for The Newcastle Shop’s location.”

In addition to supporting tourism and event promotion, The Newcastle Shop is also serving as

the head office for the NEW Crew volunteers – the city’s team of specialist visitor guides who promote Newcastle as a leading tourist destination.

The strategy is for the shop to enable the council to better capitalise on events, maximise the visitor experience, and promote return visitation.

“Council’s research has identified that there are 360,000 visitors who travel to Newcastle for events annually, and 1.3 million people visit the region for the purposes of visiting friends and relatives,” Mr Bath said.

“For this reason, The Newcastle Shop is targeted to both the local and inbound visitor market.”

The five-month trial period for The Newcastle Shop will provide data upon which a decision can be made as to whether to make the concept a permanent part of the museum.

Feature events that will be supported during the trial period include New Year’s Eve and Australia Day celebrations, Celebration of Cricket, Formula Powerboats, Surfest and the Australian Boardriders Battle.

The shop also supports visitors to the Newcastle Museum’s major summer exhibitions: Dinosaur rEvolution and Spiders Alive & Deadly, and cruise ship visits from December through March.

The Newcastle Shop offers locally-themed merchandise, stocking retail products that are either

Stop by The Newcastle Shop for all your visitor services and souvenir needs.

about Newcastle or crafted by Newcastle makers.

The Newcastle Museum shop has relocated into the space and expanded to stock Newcastle branded products, souvenirs, and exhibition and event merchandise. The Newcastle Shop’s trading hours are 8am to 5pm, seven days a week, including public holidays, with the exception of Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.

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nw advertising feature ACORN STAIRLIFTS With an Acorn Stairlift, you can stay right where you are – keep your home, your freedom and your independence. We want to make sure that you get the perfect stairlift. A visit from one of our friendly surveyors will allow you to see what sets Acorn Stairlifts apart from any other stairlift company.

T: 1800 431 183 (free call) W: acornstairlifts.com.au

AVEO NEWCASTLE Settled within the parklands of Shortland Waters Golf Club, Aveo Newcastle is a landmark retirement community.

Featuring stylish two-bedroom villas overlooking manicured greenery, exclusive access to the Residents Community Centre and brand-new Golf Clubhouse, residents enjoy an unmatched social and active lifestyle. Stage one villas are selling fast.

TENDER LOVING CUISINE TLC is a CDC and NDIS-approved meal provider.

Being informed about the availability of delivered meals within CDC or NDIS packages expands the services that can be provided to eligible clients.

A: Vale Street, Shortland Waters T: 13 28 36 W: aveo.com.au/newcastle

T: 1800 801 200 W: tlc.org.au

Set your future course at Aveo Newcastle First villa release almost sold out Ideally located within the fairways of Shortland Waters Golf Club, this unique community delivers the ideal balance of nature complemented by architecturally designed villas, spaces, and amenities. Our highly successful stage one release features stylish, spacious villas designed to maximise views over the manicured golf course greens.

Each villa is designed with quality in mind, featuring natural light, European appliances within the kitchen, open plan living and dining areas, flexible study areas and a private terrace. Our residents also enjoy access to the recently unveiled Resident’s Community Centre and new Golf Clubhouse. Enjoy the retirement lifestyle that you deserve.

With limited villas remaining call 13 28 36, 7 days a week to arrange an appointment or visit aveo.com.au/newcastle

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EVERMORE RETIREMENT LIVING Discover why seniors are retiring to Evermore Retirement Living in Forster; • Open day Saturday 13 January 2018.

• Beautifully-appointed facilities and apartments.

• Just under two hours north of Newcastle for an unsurpassed retirement lifestyle.

• Central location in Forster – leisurely stroll to restaurants and shopping.

• Built facilities include; club lounge, sports bar, movie theatre, gym, heated pool, sunset bar and spa on the fourth floor, hair salon, library, restaurant, consulting rooms and basement carparking.

• Stage 3 SOLD OUT; Stage 4 NOW SELLING off the plan – move in March/ April 2018.

A: 18-30 Bruce Street, Forster T: 6528 0451 W: evermoreliving.com.au

Could you benefit from the care of a nurse practitioner?

Maintaining a good quality of life is the key to staying happier and healthier at home. With Anglican Care Homelife, our clinical and allied health support teams will help you do that. They’ll work with you to develop preventative care strategies so that you can stay active and well, whatever your physical circumstances are.

Our highly skilled nurse practitioner is there to provide an even higher level of health care. Working collaboratively with your GP, our nurse practitioner is able to provide on-call symptom assessment, prescribe medications and order tests if required.

This role also supports the team in enabling a person to stay in their own home through to end of life if that is a preference.

A: 87 Toronto Road, Booragul

T: 1800 224 663

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Regain the freedom of your home Simple, safe and stylish, Acorn Stairlifts give people the chance to enjoy their own homes once again.

• The only company to supply and install our own stairlifts • For straight or curved staircases

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• Indoor and outdoor lifts • Free home assessment • Fast installation • Safe and reliable

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ELEEBANA SHORES RETIREMENT LIVING What makes Eleebana Shores such a special place to live?

The villas and apartments are a whole new level of luxury. But that’s not it. The heated indoor swimming pool and the exclusive dining, bar and recreational facilities are simply five-star. But that’s not it. Nor is the incredible closeness to lakefront cafes, restaurants, retail shops and medical amenities.

It is the incredible sense of belonging you feel here. Eleebana Shores isn’t just a village for retirement-aged people.

It’s a vibrant, caring community created by the 120 retired couples and singles who proudly and passionately call Eleebana Shores home.

Display open at 40 Burton Road, Eleebana from 9am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, or by appointment on weekends.

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• NDIS and CDC Home Care Package approved meal supplier “Tender Loving Cuisine has worked with Diabetes NSW for 16 years, and all our meals that display the ‘d’ icon have been evaluated and approved by Diabetes NSW as diabetes friendly”

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You’ve spent a lifetime creating a home. This is where you belong. This is where you want to stay.

Anglican Care HomeLife is here to help you go on living independently in your own home for as long as possible.

Whether that be support with housework, high level nursing, cooking, social outings, trips to health appointments, gardening and more. It’s your choice.

We are committed to making the process of obtaining home care as easy as possible. Find out how easy it is to stay at home with the support of an Anglican Care HomeLife Package by calling our friendly staff today!

Get in touch on 1800 224 663 anglicancare.com.au 40

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RUSH IN NOW FOR YOUR LAST CHANCE TO LIVE THE ULTIMATE RETIREMENT DREAM With just 1 stunning designer Duplex Villa remaining this may be your last chance to live Newcastle’s Ultimate Retirement Lifestyle.

Eleebana Shores is just 2-3 minutes from Lake Macquarie and close to all major shopping centres, hospitals, medical facilities, local beaches, cafes, restaurants and entertainment venues and you also have your own courtesy bus for shopping trips.

Living at Eleebana Shores gives you all the comforts and activities of a luxury 5 star resort just a short stroll from your home.

In the heart of your own exclusive community is the “Shores Recreation Club” this has been created for our residents and offers you your own heated indoor swimming pool and gym, bar, lounge, and dining room and BBQ terrace over looking beautiful gardens and parkland.

Eleebana Shores is all about maintenance free living that lets you focus on the important things in life like freedom, friendship, fun and the future. A place to meet and make new friends: A place to party, play, celebrate and relax. A place offering a vibrant social mix: A place that will support your independence and health as you age. DON’T MISS OUT!

SALES OFFICE AND DISPLAY HOMES OPEN FOR INSPECTION from 9.00am to 4.00pm Monday – Friday or weekends by appointment.

ELEEBANA SHORES 40 BURTON ROAD ELEEBANA NW1278

FREECALL: 1 800 732 654 www.eleebanashores.com.au

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Fronditha Care’s Hippocrates residential aged care facility provides Newcastle’s elderly population with high-quality nursing care within a multicultural setting.

Our residents are connected to their culture with staff that speak their language and activities that celebrate their heritage and traditions.

Call us for a tour of our 66-bed home in Mayfield.

A: 30 Crebert Street, Mayfield East T: 4016 4160 W: frondithacare.org.au

Live the way you want, enjoy what you love.

Fronditha Care is a charitable, not-for-profit organisation that has been providing culturally specific residential and community aged care services to the elderly since 1977.

The organisation’s Bounty of Care has expanded to regional NSW with the establishment of a 66 bed residential aged care facility in Mayfield, Newcastle.

Our industry accolades are an endorsement of our service delivery and our tradition of love and care.

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Inner city living meets the comfort of the suburbs. Conveniently located in MayďŹ eld East, Central Village is just four kilometres from the Newcastle CBD. Combining style and functionality, these architecturally designed, single level cottages truly oer a unique lifestyle for over 55s.

For more information call Peter 0419 449 649 or visit centralvillagenewcastle.com.au

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Enjoy the comfort and security of the suburbs, with the convenience of inner-city living at Central Village.

In the heart of Newcastle, this modern over-55’s community offers a truly unique lifestyle.

With Newcastle harbour, beaches, entertainment, recreation and retail services all at your fingertips, the village is within easy access to all Newcastle has to offer.

Relish your independence with the extra level of confidence offered within our gated community of like-minded neighbours.

If you’re ready for the ease of living and maintenance that comes with a new home, we invite you to discover Central Village Mayfield.

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A: 48 Banks Street, East Maitland T: 4933 6155 W: frybros.com.au

TAKE A TOUR WITH US Aldinga Tours DAY TRIPS

Family owned and operated Over 20 years experience

Contact office 4950 5050 PAUL & BARB enquiry@aldingatours.com.au www.aldingatours.com.au

THEATRE SHOWS

Australia Day Sydney Harbour Cruise 3 hour luncheon, includes drinks 26th Jan 2018 • $195.00pp

Beautiful - The Carol King Musical 23trd Jan 2018 • $120pp

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Moving into an aged care home is a great way of obtaining support and companionship, but it can be a confusing and emotional decision for all involved.

Not sure if it’s for you, or how to make the transition? Book a free information session and tour today to see what it’s all about.

T: 4941 7000 W: huntervalleycare.com.au

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CUMBERLAND GLEN Cumberland Villages are excited to announce the addition of another sister village to our existing over-55’s Cumberland community: Cumberland Glen.

Scheduled for completion in 2018, this brand-new village in Newcastle will include 36 beautifully-designed villas and offer residents the opportunity to live in a vibrant over-55’s community whilst maintaining their independence.

A: Shortland T: 0459 093 377 W: cumberlandvillages.com.au

ALDINGA TOURS In 1990, with a passion for history, travel and the environment, Paul Burgess and his wife Barbara began a part-time business, driving coaches with a personal goal to be the very best tour operator, offering uniquely tailored and quality tours, Australia-wide.

Now, nearly 30 years later, Aldinga Tours has expanded to become one of Australia’s multi-award winning tourism operators, based in Lake Macquarie.

Today, Aldinga Tours conducts pre-packaged quality holidays ranging from one to 22 days, both domestically and internationally, as well as corporate, special interest groups, charters and theatre.

Paul and Barbara pride themselves on a personalised and caring service. All you need do is sit back, relax and enjoy your Aldinga experience.

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CAMERON GLEN Cameron Glen is a new supported living village currently being built in Cameron Park.

It will offer all the independence of a retirement village, plus all the support services of traditional aged care.

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time out Poet defeats all odds Brenda Bryant is living proof that, no matter your age, you can achieve greatness.

At 86 years old, the Merewether poet has bounced back from a severe stroke to publish her first anthology, titled A Room Full of Candles.

But it didn’t happen overnight.

Four years ago, Bryant was posting her poetry to her Rinkly Rimes blog site, writing theatrical entertainment for her troupe, The Merry Mellows, and thoroughly enjoying life.

“The happiest time of my life was between the ages of 70 and 80,” she said.

Then, out of the blue, she

suffered a devastating stroke, and lost control of the left side of her body.

Bryant surrendered to her condition and retreated from the world, stopped writing, and lost her zest for life.

Then, bit by bit, she regained some movement in her left leg with the help of gentle exercise therapy at Milpara Social Centre.

It was there Bryant heard about Sing Out Loud Together, a choir that brings older people and school children together.

Hoping it might strengthen her damaged vocal cords, Bryant joined the NovaCare program and, shortly after, met her little singing

Merewether poet Brenda Bryant signs a copy of her anthology at the book launch in September. Photo: Shane Williams

buddy, a girl named Indi.

As a special surprise on the day of the final concert, Bryant read aloud a new poem she had penned, called My Buddy Indi. At long last, she was writing again.

It grabbed NovaCare chief executive officer Joseph McCarthy’s attention. When he heard Bryant had written more

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And, that’s exactly what happened in September, when Bryant celebrated her book launch.

A Room Full of Candles is whimsically illustrated by local artist Gwynneth Jones, and is available for $10 through NovaCare. Phone 1300 363 654.

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Merv Hughes and barbecue food: a summer match made in heaven. Big-hearted fast bowler and sporting legend, Merv, cooks up a collection of his mostwanted barbecue recipes, along with a side of cricket anecdotes and beer adventures from the cricket star’s career. Just like Merv ripped through batting line-ups all over the world, his recipes will bowl everyone over at your next barbecue. Backyard cricket optional.

A Hard Place – The Rise of Street Gangs Brett Stevens RRP $32.99, New Holland Publishers

In this thrilling biographical crime novel, author, former police officer, and photojournalist Brett Stevens shares his first-hand account of the spread of gang culture across the world, where drive-by shootings and communities under siege have become the new norm.

Having served in the police force for 13 years, Stevens worked at Sydney’s infamous red-light district of Kings Cross, followed by the Tactical Response Group.

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Enter to WIN Newcastle Weekly has three Julie Faye and the Enchanted Christmas Pudding book and doll sets (valued at $25 each) to give away.

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The first published title to come from East Maitland author Heather Williams, Julie Faye and the Enchanted Christmas Pudding is a magical tale for the holiday season.

After her friends and family lose their Christmas spirit, Julie Faye embarks on a journey to save Christmas by doing what she does best: baking.

Julie – a character based on Williams’ own mother, who founded local business Julie’s Christmas Puddings – puts a plan into action to bake the pudding of all puddings to remind everyone what Christmas is really about.

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Host of the Little Dum Dum Club Podcast, Tommy Dassalo, headlines a live show at the Prince of Wales Hotel, Merewether on Wednesday 13 December from 8pm.

The Little Dum Dum Club attracts thousands of listeners each week and, in just three years, has featured guests such as Rove, Tony Martin, Shaun Micallef and Wil Anderson; placed runner-up in The Earwolf Challenge – a worldwide competition to find the best new podcast; and recorded sold-out performances everywhere from Brisbane to Los Angeles.

Nick Capper, who has performed in front of bumper audiences around Australia for the past 10 years, is also scheduled to appear.

Following this event, another

blockbuster show will take place, this time at The Edwards, on Thursday 21 December from 8pm.

It is set to feature Neel Kolhatkar.

Since skyrocketing to internet stardom several years ago, and subsequently earning more than a million followers worldwide, Kolhatkar has continued to build on his impressive reputation.

This year, he released his second self-produced stand-up special, Neel Before Me, which has collected hundreds of thousands of views across the globe.

Kolhatkar will be joined by the likes of American Al Del Bene, who, among other accolades, picked up the LA Comedy Awards’ Comedian of the Year 2012.

Both of the shows have been the brainchild of Andrew Milos (pictured) – a local comedian and managing director of Big Dog Pod – Newcastle Comedy.

He says it’s exciting to showcase such talent in the region.

“These shows will be a celebration of Newcastle comedy from this year and I’m really proud of the comedians that I have for them all,” he says.

“All of this will be hopefully leading into 2018, where I am building on funds to create Newcastle’s first-ever world-class comedy festival.”

You can purchase tickets for the shows online at stickytickets.com.au

Enter to WIN Newcastle Weekly has three double passes to the 21 December comedy showcase at The Edwards to give away.

To enter, email competitions@ newcastleweekly.com.au with comedy showcase in the subject line. Tell us your name, full contact details and your favourite thing about Newcastle Weekly. Entries close and winners drawn at 9am on Friday 15 December. One entry per person.

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Gardens light up for Christmas Hunter Valley Gardens is celebrating 10 years of spreading the Christmas spirit with its annual Christmas Lights Spectacular.

The biggest and most breathtaking display of Christmas lights in the southern hemisphere, Christmas Lights Spectacular stretches an impressive 13 hectares, with eight kilometres of illuminated pathways and dazzling displays in every direction.

This year crowds can delight in 16 individual displays, including globetrotting and around the world.

Christmas Lights Spectacular is open until 27 January. Visit hvg.com.au to buy tickets.

Acorn Media is giving Newcastle Weekly readers the chance to win one of 10 Series 1 & 2 box sets, including the Christmas special, of the hilarious UK series The Windsors on DVD. The Windsors is a fictional comedy soap opera, loosely based on the lives of the royal family.

It follows the imagined lives and loves of Will and Kate, Prince Harry and Pippa Middleton, Camilla and Charles, and various other royals.

The series is set for release on 20 December.

Enter to WIN Newcastle Weekly has two family passes (two adults, two children) to Hunter Valley Gardens’ Christmas Lights Spectacular to give away.

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BIG DADDY’S CAJUN BLUES CHRISTMAS

4pm to 5pm at Hamilton Library (James Street,

PARTY: Sunday 10 December at the Croatian

Hamilton); Friday 8 December, 4pm to 5pm at

Wickham Sports Club (Albert Street, Wickham).

See facebook.com/croatianclub/ for details.

Newcastle City Library (Laman Street, Cooks Hill); Tuesday 12 December, 4pm to 5pm at New

ALL A BOARD: Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery Lake Mac Carols by Candlelight – Sunday 10 December – Speers Point Park

hosts a full day of activities for the launch of its

CAROLS AT CLOSEBOURNE: The hugely

CARRINGTON COMEDY: With Karl Chandler;

skate cultures meet contemporary art. Includes

popular family Christmas event returns to the

Saturday 9 December, 8pm at Carrington

a makers’ market, free water sports, art demos,

grounds of Closebourne Retirement Village

Bowling Club (Cowper Street, Carrington).

life drawing, workshops and more. Sunday 10

(Morpeth Road, Morpeth) on Friday 8 December

Tickets $10pp or $8 members. Visit facebook.

December, 10am to 4.30pm. Bookings essential

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Lambton Library (Regent Street, New Lambton).

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summer exhibition program, where surf and

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CAROLS AT SANCTUARY: Sanctuary Christmas

the Cancer Council.

Point Park on Sunday 10 December, this year in

carols event, Sunday 10 December at Sanctuary

conjunction with the Variety Xmas Walk (formerly

Sporting Fields (Kurraka Drive, Fletcher). Pre-

LOVE THAT HAT: Catch Love That Hat live at the

Variety Santa Fun Run). Festivities kick off with

show entertainment from 5pm, including Minmi

Marble Bar at Wests New Lambton (Hobart Road,

the walk at 10am, with entertainment to follow

Fire Brigade’s big red truck, a jumping castle and

from 1pm. Fireworks at 9pm.

sausage sizzle.

THE CREATION: Newcastle University Choir

CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT: Monday 11

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Creation, featuring Haydn’s monumental

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New Lambton) from 9.30pm on Friday 8 December.

WALLSEND COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CAROLS: Saturday 9 December from 5.30pm at Federal Park (Boscawen Street, Wallsend).

Professional performers, band and singers

oratorio with full orchestra and internationallyrenowned soloists. Sunday 10 December from

from Wallsend Baptist Church, plus The Pretty

2pm at the University of Newcastle’s Great Hall

Amazing Jono. Kids will receive free lollies from

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FAST ED: The celebrity chef makes an appearance at Bunnings Cessnock (Vincent Street, Cessnock) on Saturday 9 December from

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CHRISTMAS TREES BY CANDLELIGHT: A special twilight viewing of the Trees and Art for Charity on Thursday 14 December, 4.30pm

WANGI CAROLS ON DOBELL: Wangi Lions

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Street, Hamilton). Vote for your favourite tree

Dobell Park (Dobell Drive, Wangi Wangi). Sunday

and help raise money for local charities.

10 December, 5pm to 8.30pm, with a visit from

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A cracking disguise Sneak a bikini inside a water bottle and wrap it to look like a jumbo Christmas cracker (without the terrible jokes!).

Hiding in plain sight Slip a sleep mask inside a journal and pull the elastic strap around the front cover. Now wait for the opening…

Special delivery Fold a beach bag into a rectangle and slide it inside a large, stamped envelope.

Signed, sealed, delivered.

Stash a mini speaker between two large star Christmas decorations for a surprise that’s out of this world.

For the Kids A soft landing Hide a toddler toy inside a pillowcase stuffed with bubble wrap. They’ll be too excited to sleep anyway!

Duped by Duplo Wrap a nail polish set box in solid, coloured paper with dots on top to look like Lego. Now you’re a master builder.

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Jingle all the way Pop small Christmas bells into a men’s manicure set so it sings to a different tune.

The babushka gift Wrap barbecue tongs in some boxers and slide them both inside a mailing tube. It’s the gift that keeps on giving!

Star of the show

Proof is in the pudding Place a jar of truffle salt (or any pint-sized present) in an upside-down takeaway bowl to look like the ultimate treat: Christmas pudding.

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Gifts under $40 Got a budget to stick to this Christmas? Don’t break the bank – shop smart! There are plenty of gifts that will get you mileage for your money; here are seven of our favourites to help you get started.

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SENSATIONAL SHORTLAND PROPERTY • High Ceiling with Deco cornices and beautiful polished floor boards • Open Plan Light Filled Kitchen, Family and Dining – Air Conditioned • Garaging for 4 cars plus off street parking for 4 more – Amazing!

• You will love the Inground Salt Water Pool

Call Theresa Day 0411 426 033 Call Kim Kelly 0401 855 929

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IEW: SATURDAY 10.30AM – 11AM

FLETCHER

18 BOTTLEBRUSH BOULEVARD

20 COUNTY DRIVE STREET

GUIDE $540,000 - $570,000

GUIDE $630,000 HUSH SALE OFF MARKET

FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY

Talk to Day By Day Property Solutions if you are interested in taking advantage of our Fletcher specific and current database. We have qualified buyers looking for homes in Fletcher now. Your Only Local Specialist Agency!

If you have been waiting for that perfect opportunity to enter the ever buoyant and resilient Fletcher market then look no further as we have the home for you.

On a large elevated 746 sq block with sweeping district views there is room to get creative, grow and add further value to this great family home.

Call Theresa Day 0411 426 033 Call Kim Kelly 0401 855 929

Call Theresa Day 0411 426 033 Call Kim Kelly 0401 855 929

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Shop 10, Fletcher Village, Fletcher NSW 2287

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FLETCHER

Peace Of Mind – Your Home Is Our Home

Property Sales

Land Sales

Property Management

p 02 4941 6111 f 02 4955 7919 e info@daybydayproperty.com.au

NEW LISTING

VIEW: SATURDAY 11.30AM - 12PM

FLETCHER

58 CHURNWOOD DRIVE

GUIDE $740,000 TO $780,000

PERFECT FAMILY LIVING – GREAT ENTERTAINER This beautiful split level family home is located in a highly sought pocket with elevated Bushland views adding to the peaceful atmosphere and real appeal that this home immediately displays. With 4 bedrooms and a study this is a home to move into and simply enjoy. The main bedroom is a true “parents retreat” including direct access to the large balcony perfect for relaxing and unwinding or your morning cuppa. Upon entry you will love the high raked ceiling of the formal lounge that is spacious and boasting great views. The flowing design is perfect for families and the aspect provides for great light throughout with an open and airy feel.

• Immaculate kitchen with perfect design and excellent space • Lovely main bathroom with large corner spa • Air-conditioned, ceiling fans, plantation shutters and fully alarmed

Call Theresa Day 0411 426 033 Call Kim Kelly 0401 855 929

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VIEW: PRIVATE INSPECTIONS ONLY

FLETCHER

10 TIBIN DRIVE

PRICE GUIDE ON REQUEST

STUNNING SANCTUARY RESIDENCE

Call Theresa Day 0411 426 033 Call Kim Kelly 0401 855 929 Shop 10, Fletcher Village, Fletcher NSW 2287

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NW0076

With a commanding and sophisticated street presence it is clear from the outset that this home delivers on style. Together with the vital aspects of design and functionality bringing it all together into a warm & inviting family space.This home is expansive and will suit the largest of families or those that are looking for a home that will provide a great space for teens, young adults saving for their own home or extended families. With 3 separate living areas, 5 bedrooms (3 WIR & 2 BIR’s) , 3 bathrooms plus 4th WC versatile living is highly achievable.

• Stunning kitchen with butlers pantry • Striking inground pool with water feature • Large decked alfresco with feature lighting • Stylish bathrooms upstairs and down

ljhooker.com.au

Arcadia Vale 143 Donnelly Road

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Living Amongst Nature This is a wonderful opportunity to own a private north east facing split level eco friendly home positioned on approx. 3,073 sqm block. Only minutes from the foreshore of Lake Macquarie and with an abundance of outdoor living, the property features; • Three bedrooms with built-in robes and the master with ensuite and its own private verandah •

Open plan living, dining and modern kitchen

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A/C, combustion fire, 6.5 kw of solar panels and water tank

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Downstairs accommodation for family and friends with access to its own private deck

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Vaulted ceilings and a great use of Australian hardwoods and glass which captures the bush views

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Double carport and additional off street parking

Awaba 8 Puddy Lane Located in the peaceful community of Awaba on the door step of the Awaba State forest. This versatile family home has an abundance of space, featuring four large bedrooms and a separate two bedroom self- contained apartment.

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This property is a great opportunity for any sized family or investor

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Two large living areas allow for multiple entertaining options

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Open plan kitchen and dining

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Beautiful timber floating floors, ceiling fans, ducted air conditioning and combustion fire

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Located on approximately 889 sqm

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Auction Thursday 21st December at LJ Hooker Warners Bay 6.00pm View Saturday 12.00 - 12.30pm Wednesday 4.30 - 5.00pm

Michelle Tomkins 0409 949 760 Toronto 4959 1466

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For Sale $599,000 - $639,000 View Saturday 9th December at 11.30am - 12.00pm

Jacki Vincent 0434 818 938 Warners Bay 4915 3800 All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.

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Wangi Wangi 143 Watkins Road

562 - sqm -

A Bare Canvas Vacant block so close to the lake, cleared with the slightest of slope, ready to build on. Featuring: •

Approx 562 sqm in total area with a street frontage of 24.9m

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Access to the waterfront reserve within 50m so easy to get the ’toys’ onto the lake

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A two storey design home would capture fantastic lake views and the summer breezes

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House plans available to prospective buyers

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Motivated vendor - plans have changed, committed elsewhere

Auction Thursday 14th December 2017 at LJ Hooker Warners Bay 6.00pm

Peter Creigh 0413 163 668 Wangi Wangi 4975 1544

All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.

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Soldiers Point 81 Bayview Street

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Sunsets & Champagne The best memories are made in flip flops! We are selling a lifestyle here as much as a great house with separate self-contained apartment. Featuring: • New kitchen with stone benches, wrap around verandah

NW0045

• Main bedroom with huge walk in robe and ensuite, Ducted air, huge paved courtyard.

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• Garage plus plenty of room for the water toys in the boat shed.

Auction Saturday 16th December at 12:00pm

This is an opportunity that very rarely presents itself in this exclusive, tightly held strip of Sunset Beach. Time for you and your family to make memories of your own.

View By appointment

Venue On site ljhooker.com/B9JS6R

Jason Brennan 0419 691 377 Nelson Bay 4984 2400 31 Stockton Street, Nelson Bay NSW 2315

All information contained herein is gathered from sources we consider to be reliable. However, we cannot guarantee or give any warranty about the information provided. Interested parties must solely rely on their own enquiries.

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Warners Bay, 51-53 King Street 1-3 |

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Boutique, vibrant and dynamic oversized luxury residential living For sale

An exclusive boutique selection of 16 apartments designed by award winning architect Matt Sainsbury. Boasting a luxurious combination of oversized, contemporary 1, 2 and 3 bedroom residences, these apartments are a luxurious alternative to a designer home and are one of the best offerings on the market, in new apartment developments, in Warners Bay. Selling fast, get in quick to secure your choice.

Price Viewing Website Contact Office

From $410,000 Saturday 10am oneagencyeastlakes.com.au Rod Conry 0405 449 468 597 Pacific Hwy Belmont NSW 2280

Valentine, 101 Regal Way 2 |

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Brand new and on 1396m² block For sale

EASTLAKES

Embracing an uncompromising attitude of stylish contemporary design, the radiant, luminous interiors reflect the standard of this build where the highest quality fixtures and finishes feature.

Designed to maximise space and natural light this home will be ready to move straight into without a thing to do but enjoy the vast open grounds and brand new interiors.

Price Viewing Website Contact Office

$830,000 Saturday 11:30am oneagencyeastlakes.com.au Rod Conry 0405 449 468 597 Pacific Hwy Belmont NSW 2280

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1, 2 and 3 bedroom 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments coming soon apartments coming soon to Adamstown Village. to Adamstown Village.

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All information contained herein is gathered from sources we deem reliable. However, we cannot guarantee its accuracy and act as a messenger only in passing on the details. Interested parties should rely on their own inquiries. You should only rely on the representations contained in the contract for sale. Areas are approximate only. Renders are artists’ impressions only and exclude furniture and furnishings.

All information contained herein is gathered from sources we deem reliable. However, we cannot guarantee its accuracy and act as a messenger only in passing on the details. Interested parties should rely on their own inquiries. You should only rely on the representations contained in the contract for sale. Areas are approximate only. Renders are artists’ impressions only and exclude furniture and furnishings.

19 Berkeley St, Speers Point 3 |

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Dream Block For Your Dream Home!

Price Viewing Website

Contact

$1,890,000

By Appointment oneagency.com.au/ listing?sales_listing_ id=30346 Annette Pinkerton 0418 447 856

NW0074

For sale

As blocks are getting smaller and smaller, the reality of finding a large parcel of land where you can build your dream home, usually means moving further away to get it. Well, stop looking. This half acre allotment is within minutes to supermarkets, cafes and restaurants and is in a spectacular location with stunning views. Build your dream home or develop the site, the choice is yours!

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Price Guide $500,000 – $550,000 Saturday 9th December 10.00 – 10.30am

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Daniel Irwin 0422 133 066 dan@fnaltitude.com.au NW0077

BOORAGUL 41 Ranclaud Street

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Craig Lowth

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Leasehold Childcare Centre Premium Café

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Flight Simulator Business

High Foot Traffic Cafe

Price $700,000 WIWO

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Shade Sail Installation

Shopping Centre Cafe

Computer/ IT Services

Commercial Lawn Business Fast Food Take Away

Price $135,000 + Stock

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BRAND NEW HOMES FROM $339,000* The residences at Ingenia Lifestyle The Grange have been created to provide modern and appealing spaces.

Complimented by tree lined streets and beautiful gardens, the quality amenities let you enjoy a relaxing swim or a catch-up with friends at the club house.

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December 8 – 14

PICK OF THE WEEK The Other Guys

Goodfellas

Saturday, NBN, 8.50pm, M (2010) Only Will Ferrell’s lunacy could make a buddy film about two mismatched detectives work. Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg are pencil-pushing New York detectives who play second fiddle to two hero cops (Samuel L. Jackson and Dwayne Johnson) until they uncover a white-collar crime conspiracy. As a parody of the cop genre, The Other Guys nails every storyline and cliche in the book. It’s just a matter of whether the laughs can keep coming across 107 minutes.

Friday

Sunday, 7MATE, 9pm, MA15+ (1990) Hip, cool and positively bursting at the seams with invention and energy few filmmakers could muster, Martin Scorsese’s tour de force gangster epic – based on the book Wiseguy

by Nicholas Pileggi – chronicles the fast times of low-level gangster Henry Hill (Ray Liotta).

Hill’s rocky romance with New York’s criminal underworld is shared by the firebrand Tommy DeVito (Joe Pesci) and the shadowy Jimmy Conway (Robert De Niro).

Catch Me If You Can

Friday, NBN, 8.30pm, M (2002) The incredible true story of con man Frank Abagnale Jr (Leonardo DiCaprio) proves the perfect subject for Steven Spielberg to helm his most light-hearted yet compelling film in years.

In the early ’60s, 16-year-old Abagnale flees his home and creates myriad false identities (and cheques) to charm and procure millions from those he encounters. But he doesn’t reckon on the skills of FBI agent Carl Hanratty (Tom Hanks), who is forever on his trail.

December 8

12pm News. 1.00 One Plus One. 1.30 Screen Time.

2.00 Call The Midwife. (M) 3.00 Poh’s Kitchen Shorts. 3.15 Doctor Who. (PG) 4.15 Pointless. 5.00 News. 5.30 Drum.

6.00 Charlie’s Best Chats From The Weekly.

(PG) 6.10 Grand Designs. 7.00 News. 7.30 DCI Banks. (M) 8.20 Endeavour. (M) 9.50 Planet America. 10.20 Lateline. 11.20 Basketball. NBL. Round 9. Perth Wildcats v Adelaide 36ers.

12pm Movie: My Santa. (2013, G) 2.00 The Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens Summer.

8.30 MOVIE: Under The Tuscan Sun. (2003, M) 10.50 The Windsors. (M) 12am Movie: Wish You Were Here. (2012, MA15+)

12pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

(PG) 1.00 Movie: Other People’s Money. (1991, M) 3.00 News Now. 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. 6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Embassy. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE: Catch Me If You Can. (2002, M) 11.20 Person Of Interest. (M) 12.20am Movie Juice. (PG)

12pm Dr Phil. (PG) 1.00 The Living Room. (PG) 2.30 Neighbours. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Alive And Cooking. 4.00 The Cook’s Pantry With Matt Sinclair. 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (PG) 5.00 TEN Eyewitness News.

6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 The Project.

7.30 The Living Room: Summer Edition.

8.30 The Graham Norton Show.

9.30 To Be Advised.

11.30 WIN News. 12.30am The Project.

12pm Arabic News F24. 12.30 Turkish News. 1.00 PBS News. 1.55 This Is Brazil! 2.55 Floyd’s Fjord Fiesta. 3.30 Mexican Fiesta. 4.25 Destination Flavour: Japan. 5.25 Letters And Numbers. 5.55 Great British Railway Journeys. 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Tony Robinson’s Hidden Britain By Drone. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE: Platoon. (1986, ) 10.40 Six. (MA15+) 11.30 SBS News. 12am Movie: Concussion. (2013, MA15+)

12pm Children’s Programs.

6.50 Peppa Pig. 6.55 Play School’s Story Time. 7.05 Ben And Holly. 7.20 Shaun The Sheep. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) 8.35 Gruen XL. (PG) 9.20 Tonightly With Tom Ballard. (M) 9.50 Episodes. (M) 10.50 Buzzcocks. (M) 11.20 The Office. (PG) 11.40 30 Rock. (M) 12.05am Parks And Recreation. (PG) 12.25 Tonightly With Tom Ballard. (M)

12pm House Of Wellness.

(PG) 1.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 2.00 Deal Or No Deal.

2.30 Million Dollar Minute. 3.00 Medical Emergency. (PG) 3.30 Auction Squad. 4.30 Escape To The Country.

6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 The Indian Doctor. (PG) 8.30 Selling Houses Australia.

10.30 To Build Or Not To Build.

11.30 Bargain Hunt.

12pm World’s Funniest Videos Top 10 Countdown.

1.00 Best Ink. 2.00 Yu-Gi-Oh! 2.30 Regular Show. 3.00 Pokémon. 3.30 Nexo Knights.

4.00 The New Looney Tunes. 4.30 Ben 10.

5.00 Steven Universe. 5.30 Adv Time. (PG) 6.00 Movie: Adventures In Zambezia. (2012, G) 7.40 Movie: Talladega Nights: The Ballad Of Ricky Bobby. (2006, PG) 9.55 Movie: Step Brothers. (2008, MA15+) 12am WWE Smackdown.

12pm WIN’s All Australian News.

1.00 Nash Bridges.

(M) 2.00 Matlock. (M) 3.00 Jake And The Fatman. (PG) 4.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG) 5.00 Star Trek: Voyager.

6.00 Hogan’s Heroes.

6.30 Happy Days.

7.30 MacGyver. (PG) 8.30 Walker, Texas Ranger. (M) 10.30 MOVIE: The Factory.

(2012, MA15+)

12pm Movie: Blue.

(2009, M) 2.00 Rich Hill. (M) 3.00 Cyberwar.

(PG) 3.30 Dateline. 4.00 Geeks Who Drink.

(PG) 4.30 Balls Deep. (PG) 5.00 News.

5.30 If You Are The One. (PG) 6.30 Monty Python’s Best Bits (Mostly) (PG) 7.30 Batman. 8.30 Growing Up Tough: Beyond Struggle Street. 9.00 Struggle Street. 12am Struggle Street: The Conversation.

12pm Children’s Programs.

3.45 Paper Port. 4.00 Odd Squad. 4.25 Kick. 4.35 Spawn Point. 5.05 Roy. 5.35 Ladybug And Cat Noir. 6.00 Masha And The Bear. 6.05 Kung Fu Panda. 6.35 The Next Step. 7.00 Officially Amazing. 7.30 My Year 12 Life. (PG) 7.55 Doctor Who. (PG) 8.40 Trip For Biscuits. (PG) 8.55 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) 9.15 Move It Mob Style. 9.45 Close.

12pm Charlie’s Angels. (PG) 1.00 Motor Racing.

Outlaw Nitro Funny Cars. Replay. 2.00 What Went Down. (PG) 2.30 Swamp Men. (PG) 3.30 Barter Kings. (PG) 4.30 Baggage Battles. (PG) 5.00 World’s Craziest Fools.

(PG) 5.30 Barter Kings. (PG) 6.20 Baggage Battles. (PG) 6.50 Outback Truckers. (PG) 7.50 MOVIE: Reign Of Fire. (2002, PG) 10.00 Harness Racing. Inter Dominion Grand Final Night. 12am Ink Master. (M)

12.10pm Movie: S*P*Y*S. (1974, PG) 2.25 The Hairy Bikers’ Best Of British. (PG) 3.25 Flog It! 4.25 Heartbeat. (PG) 5.30 Four In A Bed. (PG) 6.00 Come Dine With Me Couples. (PG) 7.00 Are You Being Served? (PG) 7.30 Clash Of The Collectables.

8.30 The Brokenwood Mysteries. (M) 10.30 Westside. (MA15+) 11.30 Trauma Investigators. (PG) 12.30am Four In A Bed. (PG)

12pm JAG. (PG) 1.00 WIN News.

2.00 Rules Of Engagement. (PG) 2.30 Becker. (PG) 3.30 King Of Queens. (PG) 4.30 Raymond. (PG) 5.30 Frasier. (PG) 6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 7.30 Will & Grace. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE: Splash. (1984, PG) 10.55 Will & Grace. (PG) 11.25 James Corden. (M) 12.25am Becker. (PG)

12pm ABC News.

6.00 ABC News National. 6.30 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News National.

8.00 ABC News.

8.30 The Business.

8.45 ABC News.

9.00 Planet America.

9.30 Lateline.

10.30 The World. 11.00 News. 11.15 The Business. 11.30 The Mix.

ABC (ch 2)

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NBN (ch 8)

GO! (ch 88)

GEM (ch 82)

WIN (ch 5)

ONE (ch 51)

ELEVEN (ch 52)

SBS (ch 3)

SBS VLND (ch 32)

ABC NEWS (ch 24)

Classifications: (P) Pre-school (C) Children (G) General (PG) Parental Guidance (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence Programs are correct at the time of print and are subject to change by the networks.

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Saturday

December 9

12pm News. 12.30 DCI Banks. (M) 1.20 (ch 2) Endeavour. (M) 3.00 Wild Life At The Zoo. 3.30 Still Open All Hours. (PG) 4.00 Midsomer Murders. (PG) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow. 6.30 A Taste Of Landline. 7.00 News. 7.30 Victoria. (PG) 8.20 Father Brown. (M) 9.05 Miniseries: Jamaica Inn. (M) 10.05 Miniseries: Friday On My Mind. (M) 11.35 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 12.20am Rage. (MA15+)

12pm House Of Wellness. (PG) 1.00 Travel Oz. 1.30 Movie: A Puppy For Christmas. (2016, PG) 3.30 Better Homes. 4.30 Australia’s Best Drives. (PG) 5.00 News. 5.30 Border Security. (PG) 6.00 News. 7.00 Movie: Frozen. (2013, PG) 9.10 Movie: Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory. (1971, G) 11.20 When Magic Goes Horribly Wrong. (M) 12.15am Movie: All-American Girl: The Mary Kay Letourneau Story. (2000, M)

12pm Kevin Can Wait. (PG) 12.30 Bangkok Airport.

(PG) 1.30 Movie: Doc Hollywood. (1991, PG) 3.30 Endangered.

4.30 The Garden Gurus.

5.00 News: First At Five.

5.30 Customs. (PG) 6.00 NBN News.

7.00 MOVIE: Minions. (2015, PG) 8.50 MOVIE: The Other Guys. (2010, M) 11.00 Movie: Chloe. (2009, MA15+)

12pm iFish.

1.00 My Market Kitchen.

1.30 Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League.

Melbourne Renegades v Sydney Thunder.

5.00 TEN Eyewitness News.

6.00 Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League.

Sydney Sixers v Melbourne Stars. From North Sydney Oval.

9.30 Law & Order: SVU. 10.30 NCIS: New Orleans. (M) 11.30 48 Hours. (M)

12pm WorldWatch.

2.00 Small Business Secrets. 2.30 Figure Skating. ISU Grand Prix. Internationaux de France. Men’s and Ice Dance competitions.

4.05 Voxwomen. 4.35 Bear Grylls: Britain’s Biggest Adventures. (PG) 5.30 The Supervet. (PG) 6.30 News. 7.30 The Vietnam War. 9.30 Growing Up Tough: Beyond Struggle Street. 10.05 The Point: Struggle Street. 11.00 Soccer. EPL. West Ham v Chelsea.

12pm Children’s Programs.

5.55 Hey Duggee. 6.10 Lost And Found.

6.35 Octonauts. 6.50 Peppa Pig. 6.55 Play School’s Story Time. 7.05 Ben And Holly.

7.20 Shaun The Sheep. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 8.00 Would I Lie To You? (PG) 8.30 Live At The Apollo. (M) 9.15 Comedy Next Gen. (MA15+) 10.15 GameFace.

(M) 11.05 Catastrophe. (MA15+) 11.35 Catastrophe. (M) 12am Episodes. (M)

12pm The Great Outdoors. 1.00 SA Weekender.

1.30 The Great Day Out. 2.00 Australia’s Best Drives. (PG) 2.30 Vasili’s Garden. 3.00 Creek To Coast. 3.30 Qld Weekender. 4.00 Sydney Weekender. 4.30 To Build Or Not To Build. 5.30 Life On The Edge. (PG) 6.30 For The Love Of Dogs. (PG) 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. (PG) 8.30 Escape To The Country. 10.30 Escape To The Continent. 11.45 Life On The Edge. (PG)

12pm Move It. 12.30 Movie: My Little Pony: Equestria Girls 2 – Rainbow Rocks. (2014) 2.00 Yu-Gi-Oh! 2.30 Turning Mecard. 3.00 Power Rangers Ninja Steel. 3.30 Tom And Jerry Tales. 4.00 Teen Titans. 4.30 Uncle Grandpa. 5.00 Far Far Away Idol. 5.10 Movie: The Brady Bunch Movie. (1995) 7.00 Movie: What A Girl Wants.

(2003) 9.15 Movie: What’s Your Number?

(2011) 11.30 Balls Of Steel Australia. 12am Adult Swim. 12.30 The Venture Bros.

12pm All 4 Adventure. (PG) 1.00 Hogan’s Heroes. 1.30 Escape Fishing. 2.00 Monster Jam. 3.00 Operation Repo. (PG) 3.30 Rides Down Under: Workshop Wars. 4.00 4x4 Adventures. 5.00 Driven Not Hidden. 5.30 iFish Summer. 6.00 David Att’s Planet Earth.

7.00 Football: Just For Kicks. 7.40 Soccer.

A-League. Round 10. Western Sydney Wanderers v Sydney FC. 10.00 Homicide: Hours To Kill. (M) 11.00 48 Hours. (M)

12pm Insight.

1.00 365.

1.05 The Business Of Life. 1.35 Rise. 2.25 Mario Batali’s Moltissimo. 2.55 10,000 BC. 3.45 Noisey. 4.35 VICE World Of Sports.

5.00 Arena eSports. 5.30 Basketball. NBL. Round 9. Sydney Kings v Brisbane Bullets.

7.30 Huang’s World. (M) 8.25 Movie: Asterix: The Mansions Of The Gods. (2014) 10.00 Movie: Smokin’ Aces. (2006, MA15+) 12am News. 12.30 The Escobar Effect.

12pm Children’s Programs.

5.05 Roy. 5.35 Ladybug And Cat Noir.

6.00 Masha And The Bear. 6.05 Kung Fu Panda. 6.35 The Next Step. 7.00 Officially Amazing. 7.30 My Year 12 Life. (PG) 7.55 The New Adventures Of Figaro Pho. 8.00 The Adventures Of Merlin. (PG) 8.45 Trip For Biscuits. (PG) 8.55 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) 9.20 Move It Mob Style.

9.45 Close.

12pm Motor Racing. 400 Thunder Drag Racing Series. Replay. 1.00 Blokesworld.

(PG) 1.30 Swamp Men. (PG) 2.30 Barter Kings. (PG) 3.30 World Of X Games. 4.00 Screaming Reels. (PG) 4.30 Big Angry Fish.

(PG) 5.30 Hardliners. (PG) 6.30 Wicked Tuna. (PG) 7.30 Movie: Police Academy 3: Back In Training. (1986, PG) 9.10 Movie: Resident Evil: Apocalypse. (2004, M) 11.10 Outback Truckers. 12.10am Blokesworld.

12pm MOVIE: The Flying Scot.

(1957, G) 1.30 Christmas With The Australian Women’s Weekly.

2.30 MOVIE: Happy Go Lovely. (1951, G) 4.30 MOVIE: Topaz. (1969, PG) 7.00 MOVIE: Burlesque. (2010, M) 9.25 MOVIE: The Great Gatsby. (2013, M) Leonardo DiCaprio, Carey Mulligan, Joel Edgerton.

12.05am Cold Case. (M)

12.30pm Charmed.

(PG) 1.30 Becker. (PG) 2.30 The King Of Queens. (PG) 3.30 Frasier. (PG) 4.30 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 5.30 Frasier. (PG) 6.30 The Loop Summer Series. (PG) 9.00 Miniseries: Sherlock Holmes And The Leading Lady. (M) 11.00 Will & Grace. (PG) 12am Frasier. (PG) 12.30 Charmed. (PG)

12pm News.

12.30 A Taste Of Landline. 1.00 News. 1.30 Planet America. 2.00 News. 2.30 The House. 3.00 News. 3.30 The Breakfast Couch. 4.00 News.

4.30 The Drum Weekly. 5.00 News. 5.30 One Plus One. 6.00 ABC News. 6.30 The Mix. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Back Roads. 8.00 ABC News. 8.10 Foreign Corre. 9.00 News. 9.30 World This Week. 10.00 News. 10.30 Planet America. 11.00 News. 11.30 One Plus One.

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Sunday

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1.00 Back Roads.

(PG) 1.30 Boomtown. (PG) 2.00 Father Brown. (M) 2.45 Antiques Roadshow.

3.45 The Mix. 4.15 Bespoke. (PG) 4.45 Victoria. (PG) 5.30 QI. (PG) 6.00 Classic Countdown. (PG) 7.00 News. 7.40 Joanna Lumley’s India. (PG) 8.30 Inspector George Gently. (M) 10.00 The Indian Dream Hotel On Tour. (M) 11.00 The Code. (M) 12am Fortitude. (MA15+)

12pm Kochie’s Business Builders. (PG) 12.30 Movie: George Of The Jungle. (1997, PG) 2.30 Movie: Angels In The Snow. (2015, PG) 4.30 Australia’s Best Drives. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Sydney Weekender. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Sunday Night.

8.30 MOVIE: Vacation. (2015, M) 10.40 The Windsors. (M) 11.40 The Goldbergs. (PG) 12.10am How To Get Away With Murder. (M)

12pm Rally Australia Review.

1.00 In Their Footsteps. (PG) 2.00 Movie: Little Big League. (1994, PG) 4.30 The Gurus Explore Canada. 5.00 News: First At Five. 5.30 Customs. (PG) 6.00 NBN News. 7.00 60 Minutes.

8.00 The Truth About Stress. (PG) 9.10 MOVIE: The Italian Job. (2003, M) 11.30 House. (M) 12.30am The Mysteries Of Laura. (M)

2pm Cricket.

Women’s Big Bash League. Sydney Thunder v Sydney Sixers.

5.00 TEN Eyewitness News.

6.00 Family Feud: Sunday.

6.30 To Be Advised.

7.30 Bull. (M) 8.30 Wisdom Of The Crowd. (M) 9.30 Wisdom Of The Crowd. (M) 10.30 NCIS: New Orleans. (M) 11.30 48 Hours. (M)

12pm Arabic News F24. 12.30 Turkish News. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 Basketball. NBL. Round 9. Illawarra Hawks v Perth Wildcats. 5.00 Small Business Secrets. 5.30 Hostages Of The SS. (PG) 6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 The Great Pyramid: New Evidence.

8.30 A LEGO Brickumentary.

10.20 The Truth About Medical Marijuana.

(PG) 11.50 Full Frontal. (M) 12.20am Jesus: Rise To Power. (M)

12pm Children’s Programs.

6.25 Dinosaur Train. 6.35 Octonauts. 6.50 Peppa Pig. 6.55 Play School’s Story Time.

7.05 Ben And Holly. 7.20 Shaun The Sheep.

7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow. (M) 8.45 Funny As. (MA15+) 9.45 Alan Davies: As Yet Untitled. 10.35 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 11.15 The IT Crowd. (M) 11.40 Wasted.

12.05am Murder In Successville. (M)

3pm Equestrian. Aust International Three Day Event. 4.00 The Real Seachange.

4.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 For The Love Of Dogs. (PG) 7.00 Dog Patrol. (PG) 7.30 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 8.00 Border Security: International. (PG) 9.00 Brit Cops. (M) 10.00 Cities Of The Underworld. (PG) 11.00 Border Security: Int. (PG) 11.30 Escape To The Country. 12.30am Psychic TV. (M)

12pm Turning Mecard. 12.30 Scooby-Doo! Haunted Holidays. 1.00 Beyblade Burst. 1.30 Steven Universe. 2.00 Looney Tunes Cartoons.

2.10 Movie: Pokémon The Movie: I Choose You! (2017) 4.10 Power Rangers Ninja Steel.

4.40 Thunderbirds Are Go. 5.10 Movie: Earth To Echo. (2014) 7.00 Movie: The Water Horse.

(2007) 9.10 Movie: The Legend Of Hercules.

(2014) 11.00 Ghost Town Gold. 12am Adult Swim. 12.30 Robot Chicken: Star Wars.

12pm Cruise Mode. 1.00 World Sport. 1.30 Broad Horizons: Australia’s Icons. 2.30 Life Inside The Markets. 3.30 What’s Up! Downunder.

4.00 Making Of David Attenborough’s Africa. 5.00 Places We Go. 5.30 iFish Summer. 6.00 Hogan’s Heroes. 6.30 Scorpion. (PG) 7.30 David Att’s Planet Earth. (PG) 8.30 Territory Cops. (PG) 9.00 Movie: The Samaritan. (2012, MA15+) 11.00 Freddie Flintoff: The Gloves Are Off. (PG)

12pm Insight.

1.00 VICE World Of Sports. 1.25 The Pizza Show. 1.50 Morgan Spurlock: Inside Man. 2.40 Flying To The Ends Of The Earth. 3.30 Cyberwar.

4.00 W-League. Round 7. Melbourne City v Canberra United. 6.30 Vs Arashi. 7.25 If You Are The One. 8.35 Insight. 9.35 Cronulla Riots: The Day That Shocked The Nation. 10.35 Shot By Kern. 11.05 Shot By Kern. 11.35 Toast Of London.

12pm Children’s Programs.

4.25 Kick. 4.35 Operation Ouch! 5.05 Roy. 5.35 Ladybug And Cat Noir. 6.00 Masha And The Bear. 6.05 Kung Fu Panda.

(PG) 6.35 The Next Step. 7.00 Officially Amazing. 7.30 My Year 12 Life. (PG) 7.55 Spawn Point: Scoop. 8.00 The Adventures Of Merlin. (PG) 8.45 Trip For Biscuits. (PG) 8.55 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) 9.15 Move It Mob Style. 9.40 Rage. (PG)

12.30pm Mount Isa Rodeo Documentary.

(PG) 1.30 What Went Down. (PG) 2.00 Swamp Men. (PG) 3.00 Timbersports. Aust C’ship. H’lights.

3.30 Seinfeld. (PG) 7.15 MOVIE: Police Academy 4: Citizens On Patrol. (1987, PG) 9.00 MOVIE: Goodfellas. (1990, MA15+) 12am Cajun Pawn Stars. (PG) 12.30 Swamp Men. (PG)

12pm MOVIE: My Learned Friend.

(1943, PG) 1.30 MOVIE: The Crusades. (1935, PG) 4.00 MOVIE: Family Plot. (1976, PG) 6.30 Weather Gone Viral. (PG) 7.30 Polar Bear Spy On The Ice. (PG) Narrated by Jack Thompson.

8.40 Jack Taylor. (MA15+) 10.30 Westside. (MA15+) 11.30 The Closer. (M) 12.30am My Surf TV.

12pm Charmed.

(PG) 1.00 Neighbours. 3.30 Frasier. (PG) 4.30 Becker. (PG) 5.30 Frasier. (PG) 6.30 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 7.30 To Be Advised.

8.30 The Graham Norton Show.

9.30 Sex And The City. (MA15+) 10.30 Will & Grace. (PG) 12.30am Sanjay And Craig.

12pm News.

12.30 Aust Story. 1.00 News. 1.30 The Mix. 2.00 News. 2.30 The Breakfast Couch.

3.00 News. 3.30 A Taste Of Landline. 4.00 News. 4.30 One Plus One. 5.00 News. 5.30 Compass. (PG) 6.00 ABC News. 6.30 Planet America. 7.00 ABC News. 8.00 Insiders.

9.00 ABC News Weekend. 9.30 One Plus One. 10.00 News. 10.30 The Drum Weekly.

11.00 News. 11.30 The Mix.

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December 11

12pm News. 1.00 Inspector George (ch 2) Gently. (M) 2.30 Joanna Lumley’s India. (PG) 3.25 Doctor Who. (PG) 4.15 Pointless. 5.00 News. 5.30 Drum. 6.00 What It’s Like. 6.10 Grand Designs. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Back Roads. (PG) 8.30 Foreign Correspondent.

9.15 Media Watch. (PG) 9.35 A Q&A Special: #MeToo. 10.40 Hitting Home With Sarah Ferguson. (M) 11.40 No Offence. (M) 12.30am Rage. (MA15+)

12pm Movie: Merry Kissmas.

(2015, PG) 2.00 Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News.

5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Highway Patrol. (PG) 8.30 Criminal Minds. (M) 9.30 Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders. (M) 10.30 Chicago Fire. (M) 11.30 Mistresses.

(M) 12.30am Shopping.

12pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

(PG) 1.00 Movie: Joe Versus The Volcano. (1990, PG) 3.00 News Now. 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 RBT. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE: Fracture. (2007, M) 11.00 Chicago Justice. (M) 12am Law & Order. (M)

12pm Dr Phil.

(PG) 1.00 Bondi Vet. (PG) 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Ben’s Menu. 3.00 Judge Judy.

(PG) 3.30 Everyday Gourmet. 4.00 Cook’s Pantry. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 The Project. 7.30 All-Star Family Feud.

8.30 2016 Just For Laughs: More From Montreal. (M) 10.00 Man With A Plan. (PG) 11.00 WIN News. 12am The Project.

12pm Arabic News F24. 12.30 Turkish News.

1.00 Al Jazeera. 2.00 André Rieu: Live In Maastricht 2017. 3.25 Nana Ou-Yang. 3.55 David Attenborough’s Wild Singapore. 4.55 Living Black. 5.25 Letters And Numbers.

5.55 Railway Journeys UK. 6.30 News. 7.30 River Cottage Australia. (PG) 8.30 Michael Mosley Vs The Superbugs. 9.40 24 Hours In Emergency. (M) 10.35 SBS News. 11.05 The World Game. 11.40 Wallander. (M)

12pm Children’s Programs.

7.05 Ben And Holly. 7.20 Shaun The Sheep. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Upper Middle Bogan. (M) 9.00 Tonightly With Tom Ballard. (M) 9.30 GameFace. (M) 9.55 Inside Amy Schumer. (MA15+) 10.15 Buzzcocks. (M) 10.50 The Office. (PG) 11.10 30 Rock. (PG) 11.30 Parks And Recreation.

(PG) 11.55 Tonightly With Tom Ballard. (M) 12.25am Buzzcocks. (M)

12pm Malaysia Kitchen. 1.00 Cities Of The Underworld. (PG) 2.00 Million Dollar Minute. 3.00 Medical Emergency. (PG) 3.30 Auction Squad. 4.30 Escape To The Country.

6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Cold Feet. (M) 8.30 Inspector Morse. (M) 10.30 Citizen Khan. (PG) 11.30 Bargain Hunt. 12.30am Creek To Coast.

12.30pm World’s Funniest Videos Top 10 Countdown. 1.00 Auction Hunters. 2.00 Power Rangers Ninja Steel. 2.30 Regular Show. 3.00 Pokémon.

3.30 LEGO Friends. 4.00 Batman. 4.30 Ben 10. 5.00 Steven Universe. 5.30 Adv Time. 6.00 Friends. 7.00 The Middle. 7.30 Science Of Stupid. (M) 8.30 Movie: Sherlock Holmes: A Game Of Shadows. (2011, M) 11.00 Cold Water Cowboys. 12am Most Terrifying Places in America. 12.30 Friends.

12pm WIN’s All Australian News.

1.00 Nash Bridges.

(M) 2.00 Matlock. (M) 3.00 Jake And The Fatman. (PG) 4.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG) 5.00 Star Trek: Voyager.

6.00 Hogan’s Heroes.

6.30 Happy Days.

7.30 Hawaii Five-0. (M) 8.30 NCIS. (M) 10.30 Elementary. (M) 11.30 Elementary.

12pm Movie: Son Of Babylon. (2009, PG) 1.40 States Of Undress.

(PG) 2.35 Camel Beauty Pageant. (PG) 3.05 Vs Arashi. (PG) 4.00 Hipsters. (PG) 4.30 Balls Deep. (PG) 5.00 News. 5.30 If You Are The One. 6.35 MythBusters. (PG) 7.35 Travel Man. 8.30 South Park. (MA15+) 9.00 Movie: Adventureland. (2009, M) 11.00 Search Party. (M) 11.55 Movie: Do The Right Thing. (1989, MA15+)

12pm Children’s Programs.

3.45 Paper Port. (PG) 4.00 Odd Squad. 4.25 Kick. 4.35 Operation Ouch! 5.05 Roy. 5.35 Ladybug And Cat Noir. 6.00 Masha And The Bear. 6.05 Kung Fu Panda. 6.35 The Next Step. 7.00 Officially Amazing. 7.30 My Year 12 Life. (PG) 7.55 Doctor Who. (PG) 8.45 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) 9.05 Move It Mob Style. 9.30 Rage. (PG) 10.35 Close.

12pm Cajun Pawn Stars. (PG) 12.30 NFL. NFL. Week 14. Pittsburgh Steelers v Baltimore Ravens. 4.00 What Went Down. (PG) 5.00 Cajun Pawn Stars. (PG) 5.30 Barter Kings.

(PG) 6.30 Baggage Battles. (PG) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG) 8.30 World’s Toughest Cops. (M) 9.30 World’s Angriest. (PG) 10.30 Ax Men. (M) 11.30 American Hoggers. (M) 12am Pawn Stars. (PG)

12.10pm Movie: The Third Man. (1949, PG) 2.25 The Hairy Bikers’ Best Of British. (PG) 3.25 Flog It! 4.25 Heartbeat. (PG) 5.30 Four In A Bed. (PG) 6.00 Antiques Roadshow. 7.00 Are You Being Served? (PG) 7.30 Airport Security Colombia. (PG) 8.30 Airport 24/7: Miami. (PG) 9.30 Cops UK: Body Cam Squad. (M) 11.30 Murder In The First. (M) 12.30am Four In A Bed. (PG)

12pm JAG. (PG) 1.00 Days Of Our Lives.

(M) 2.00 The Young And The Restless. (M) 3.00 WIN News. 4.00 The King Of Queens.

(PG) 4.30 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 5.30 Frasier. (PG) 6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 Everybody Loves Raymond. (PG) 7.30 Will & Grace. (PG) 8.30 Medium. (M) 11.30 James Corden. (M) 12.30am Becker. (PG)

ABC News.

6.00 ABC News National.

6.30 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News National.

8.00 ABC News. Presents the latest news stories.

9.30 7.30.

10.00 The World.

11.00 ABC News. 11.30 The Drum.

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12pm

12pm News. 1.00 Foreign Corre. 1.45 (ch 2) Media Watch. (PG) 2.00 Agatha Christie’s Partners In Crime.

(M) 2.55 Short Cuts To Glory: Matt Okine Vs Food. 3.30 Doctor Who. (PG) 4.15 Pointless.

5.00 News. 5.30 Drum. 6.00 The Checkout.

6.10 Grand Designs. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30.

8.00 Screen Time. 8.30 Keeping Australia Safe. (M) 9.30 Undeniable. 10.30 Diana: Designing A Princess. 11.00 A Q&A Special: #MeToo. 12.05am Doctor Who. (PG)

12pm Movie: My Dad Is A Scrooge. (2014, G) 2.00 Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 News. 5.00 The Chase Aust. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 7.30 Border Patrol. (PG) 8.00 Air Rescue. (PG) 8.30 Criminal Minds. (M) 9.30 The Grand Tour. (PG) 11.00 Chicago Fire. (M) 12am Blood & Oil. (M)

12pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

(PG) 1.00 Movie: Now And Then. (1995, PG) 3.00 News Now. 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE: Mr & Mrs Smith. (2005, M) 11.00 Big Bang. (PG) 12am Cold Case. (M)

12pm Dr Phil. 1.00 Bondi Vet. (PG) 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Ben’s Menu. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Everyday Gourmet. 4.00 Cook’s Pantry. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 News. 6.00 Family Feud.

6.30 The Project. 7.30 Everyday Gourmet Christmas.

8.30 NCIS. (M) 9.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. (M) 10.30 To Be Advised. 11.30 WIN News.

12.30am The Project.

12pm Arabic News F24. 12.30 Turkish News. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Andrea Bocelli: My Christmas.

3.30 Cosmic Dawn: Real Moment Of Creation? 4.30 Britain’s Secret Treasure Islands. 5.25 Letters And Numbers. 5.55 Railway Journeys UK. 6.30 News. 7.30 Queen Victoria’s Children.

8.40 The People’s Royal Wedding.

9.35 Gypsy Kids: Our Secret World. (M) 10.30 SBS News. 11.00 Before We Die. (M)

12pm Children’s Programs.

7.20 Shaun The Sheep. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 8.00 Ronny Chieng: Int Student. (M) 9.00 Tonightly With Tom Ballard. (M) 9.30 Kiki And Kitty. (M) 9.40 Kiki And Kitty. (MA15+) 9.55 Wasted. 10.20 Buzzcocks. (M) 10.50 The Office. (PG) 11.10 30 Rock. (PG) 11.30 Parks And Recreation.

(PG) 11.55 Tonightly With Tom Ballard. (M) 12.25am Buzzcocks. (M)

12pm Mr Selfridge. (PG) 2.00 Million Dollar Minute. 3.00 Medical Emergency.

(PG) 3.30 Auction Squad. 4.30 Escape To The Country.

6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Rosemary & Thyme. (PG) 8.30 Inspector Morse. (M) 10.30 Terror In The Skies. (PG) 11.30 Bargain Hunt. 12.30am Mr Selfridge. (PG)

12pm World’s Funniest Videos Top 10 Countdown. 1.00 Auction Hunters. (PG) 2.00 Thunderbirds Are Go. (PG) 2.30 Regular Show. (PG) 3.00 Pokémon. 3.30 Nexo Knights. (PG) 4.00 Batman. (PG) 4.30 Ben 10. (PG) 5.00 Clarence. (PG) 5.30 Adv Time. (PG) 6.00 Friends. (PG) 7.00 The Middle. (PG) 7.30 Top Gear. (PG) 9.00 Movie: Rough Stuff.

(2017, M) 11.30 Jail: Big Texas. 12am Most Terrifying Places in America. 12.30 Friends.

12pm WIN’s All Australian News.

1.00 Nash Bridges.

(M) 2.00 Matlock. (M) 3.00 Jake And The Fatman. (PG) 4.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG) 5.00 Star Trek: Voyager. (PG) 6.00 Hogan’s Heroes.

6.30 Happy Days.

7.30 48 Hours.

8.30 Homicide: Hours To Kill.

9.30 48 Hours. (M) 10.30 Elementary. (M)

12pm Movie: Adventure Planet. (2012) 1.25 Cyberwar. 1.50 States Of Undress. 2.40 Australiana: Island Queen.

3.15 Needles And Pins. 3.40 Korea’s Internet Addicts. 4.10 Hipsters. 4.35 Balls Deep. 5.00 News. 5.30 If You Are The One. 6.35 MythBusters. (PG) 7.35 News.

8.00 Funny How? (M) 8.30 Kebab Kings.

(MA15+) 9.30 Dad Made Dirty Movies.

(MA15+) 10.40 Vikings. 12.25am News.

12pm Children’s Programs.

3.45 Paper Port. (PG) 4.00 Odd Squad.

4.25 Kick. 4.35 Operation Ouch! 5.05 Roy. 5.35 Ladybug And Cat Noir. 6.00 Masha And The Bear. 6.05 Kung Fu Panda.

(PG) 6.35 The Next Step. 7.00 Officially Amazing. 7.30 My Year 12 Life. (PG) 7.55 Doctor Who. (PG) 8.45 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) 9.05 Move It Mob Style.

9.30 Rage. (PG) 10.30 Close.

12pm Charlie’s Angels. (PG) 1.00 American Hoggers. (M) 1.30 Barter Kings. (PG) 2.30 Baggage Battles. (PG) 3.00 Pawn Stars. (PG) 4.30 World’s Angriest. (PG) 5.30 Barter Kings. (PG) 6.30 Baggage Battles. (PG) 7.00 Pawn Stars. (PG) 7.30 Vegas Rat Rods. (PG) 8.30 Full Custom Garage. (PG) 9.30 Inside West Coast Customs. (PG) 10.30 Motorway Patrol. (PG) 11.00 World’s Most Amazing Videos. (M) 12am Barter Kings. (PG)

12.10pm Movie: Kind Hearts And Coronets. (1949, PG) 2.25 The Hairy Bikers’ Best Of British. (PG) 3.25 Flog It! 4.25 Heartbeat. (PG) 5.30 Four In A Bed. (PG) 6.00 Antiques Roadshow.

7.00 Are You Being Served? (PG) 7.30 New Tricks. (M) 8.40 Midsomer Murders. (M) 10.50 Cold Case. (M) 11.50 Heartbeat. (PG)

12pm JAG. (PG) 1.00 Days Of Our Lives.

(M) 2.00 The Young And The Restless. (M) 3.00 WIN News. 4.00 King Of Queens.

(PG) 4.30 Raymond. (PG) 5.30 Frasier. (PG) 6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 Raymond. (PG) 7.00 Raymond. 7.30 Will & Grace. (PG) 8.30 Rules Of Engagement. (PG) 9.00 Movie: Scouts Guide To The Zombie Apocalypse.

(2015, MA15+) 10.55 Will & Grace. (PG) 11.25 James Corden. 12.25am Becker.

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12pm News. 1.00 Family Confidential. (ch 2) 1.30 Back Roads.

2.00 Agatha Christie’s Partners In Crime.

2.55 The Cook And The Chef. 3.25 Doctor Who. 4.15 Pointless. 5.00 News. 5.30 Drum. 6.00 Short Cuts To Glory: Recipes.

6.10 Grand Designs. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30.

8.00 QI. 8.35 Rosehaven. 9.00 The Best Of Sammy J. 9.35 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 10.15 Walliams And Friend. 10.50 QI. 11.20 Foreign Corre.

12pm Movie: Rodeo & Juliet.

(2015, G) 2.00 The Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Seven News At 4.

5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 8.30 MOVIE: Gladiator. (2000, M) Russell Crowe, Joaquin Phoenix, Connie Nielsen.

11.40 The Goldbergs. (PG) 12.30am Shopping.

12pm The Ellen DeGeneres Show.

(PG) 1.00 Movie: Leap Year. (2010, PG) 3.00 News Now. 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Voice Kids UK. (PG) 9.00 Stayin’ Alive: Grammy Salute To The Bee Gees. (PG) 11.00 Mom. (M) 11.30 Movie Juice. 12am CSI: NY. (MA15+)

12pm Dr Phil. 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Ben’s Menu. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Everyday Gourmet. 4.00 Cook’s Pantry. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 TEN Eyewitness News. 6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 The Project.

7.30 Cram!

8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M) 9.30 Madam Secretary. (M) 10.30 Hawaii Five-0. (M) 11.30 WIN News.

12.30am The Project.

12pm WorldWatch.

12.30 Turkish News.

1.00 PBS News.

1.55 Who Do You Think You Are? (PG) 2.55 Nigella Bites. 3.20 The Mekong River.

(PG) 4.20 Italy Unpacked. 5.25 Letters And Numbers. 5.55 Railway Journeys UK. 6.30 News. 7.30 Operation Gold Rush With Dan Snow. 8.30 Alcatraz: Escaping The Rock.

(PG) 9.35 Vikings. 10.30 Berlin Station.

(MA15+) 11.30 SBS News. 12.05am Movie: At Your Doorstep. (2016, M)

12pm Children’s Programs.

7.05 Ben And Holly. 7.20 Shaun The Sheep. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 8.00 Stop Laughing… This Is Serious. (M) 9.00 Tonightly With Tom Ballard. (M) 9.30 Catastrophe. (M) 10.20 Buzzcocks. (M) 10.55 The Office. (M) 11.15 30 Rock. (PG) 11.35 Parks And Recreation. (PG) 12am Tonightly With Tom Ballard. (M) 12.30 Buzzcocks. (M)

12pm The Great Outdoors. 1.00 Terror In The Skies. (PG) 2.00 Million Dollar Minute. 3.00 Medical Emergency. (PG) 3.30 Auction Squad. 4.30 Escape To The Country.

6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Mrs Brown’s Boys. (M) 8.00 Keeping Up Appearances.

8.30 A Touch Of Frost. (M) 10.30 Wallander. (M) 12.30am Bargain Hunt.

12pm World’s Funniest Videos Top 10 Countdown.

1.00 Auction Hunters. 2.00 Yu-Gi-Oh! 2.30 Regular Show. 3.00 Pokémon. 3.30 Nexo Knights. 4.00 Batman. 4.30 Ben 10. 5.00 Clarence. 5.30 Adv Time. 6.00 Friends.

6.30 Friends. 7.00 The Middle. 7.30 Big Bang. 8.30 Movie: Anchorman: The Legend Of Ron Burgundy. (2004) 10.30 Big Bang.

11.30 Two And A Half Men. 12am Most Terrifying Places in America. 12.30 Friends.

12pm WIN’s All Australian News.

1.00 Nash Bridges.

(M) 2.00 Matlock. (M) 3.00 Jake And The Fatman. (PG) 4.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG) 5.00 Star Trek: Voyager. (PG) 6.00 Hogan’s Heroes. 6.30 Happy Days.

7.30 David Attenborough’s Africa.

8.30 Undercover Boss. (PG) 9.30 MOVIE: All Good Things.

(2010, MA15+) 11.30 Hogan’s Heroes.

12pm Movie: About Her Brother. (2010) 2.10 States Of Undress.

3.00 Corruption, Cocaine And Murder In Trinidad. 3.30 China’s Millionaire Migration.

4.00 Hipsters. 4.35 Balls Deep. 5.05 News.

5.35 If You Are The One. 6.35 MythBusters.

7.35 News. 8.00 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 8.30 Movie: Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey. (1991) 10.15 Movie: A Good Old Fashioned Orgy.

(2011) 12am News. 12.30 Desus And Mero.

12pm Children’s Programs.

4.25 Kick. 4.35 Operation Ouch! 5.10 The Aquabats! Super Show! 5.35 Ladybug And Cat Noir. 6.00 Masha And The Bear.

6.05 Kung Fu Panda. (PG) 6.35 The Next Step. 7.00 Officially Amazing. 7.30 My Year 12 Life. (PG) 7.55 Doctor Who. (PG) 8.45 Degrassi: The Next Generation. (PG) 9.05 Move It Mob Style. 9.30 Rage. (PG) 10.35 Close.

12pm Charlie’s Angels. 1.00 Baggage Battles.

1.30 Pawn Stars. 2.00 Vegas Rat Rods.

3.00 Full Custom Garage. 4.00 Inside West Coast Customs. 5.00 Motorway Patrol. 5.30 Barter Kings. 6.30 Baggage Battles. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Cops. (PG) 8.30 American Restoration. (PG) 9.30 American Pickers. (PG) 10.30 Pawn Stars Australia.

11.30 Hardcore Pawn. 12am Guitar Gods Goes Cosmic. 12.30 Pawn Stars.

12.10pm Movie: The Bargee. (1964, PG) 2.25 The Hairy Bikers’ Best Of British. (PG) 3.25 Flog It! 4.25 Heartbeat. (PG) 5.30 Four In A Bed. (PG) 6.00 Antiques Roadshow.

7.00 Are You Being Served? (PG) 7.30 Waking The Dead. (M) 8.40 Agatha Christie’s Poirot. (PG) 10.40 Silent Witness. (MA15+) 11.50 Waking The Dead. (M)

12pm JAG. 1.00 Days Of Our Lives.

2.00 The Young And The Restless. 3.00 WIN News. 4.00 King Of Queens. 4.30 Raymond. 5.00 Raymond. 5.30 Frasier. (PG) 6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 Raymond. 7.30 Will & Grace. (PG) 8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (M) 9.30 Summer Stand-Up: Simon Taylor. (M) 10.40 Chopper’s Republic Of Anzakistan. 11.10 James Corden. 12.10am King Of Queens.

ABC News.

6.00 ABC News National.

6.30 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News National.

8.00 ABC News. Coverage of news, sport and weather.

9.30 7.30.

10.00 The World.

11.00 ABC News. 11.30 The Drum.

ABC

ABC CO (ch 22)

ABC ME (ch 23)

Thursday

PRIME7 (ch 6)

7TWO (ch 62)

7MATE (ch 63)

December 14 PRIME7 (ch 6)

NBN (ch 8)

GO! (ch 88)

GEM (ch 82)

WIN (ch 5)

ONE (ch 51)

ELEVEN (ch 52)

SBS VLND (ch 32)

ABC NEWS (ch 24)

1pm

1pm Keeping Australia Safe. 2.00 (ch 2) Agatha Christie’s Partners In Crime. 2.55 The Cook And The Chef. 3.25 Doctor Who. 4.15 Pointless. 5.00 News. 5.30 Drum. 6.00 Classic Countdown Extras. 6.05 Grand Designs. 6.55 Clarke And Dawe: From The Archives. 7.00 News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Call The Midwife. 9.30 Mary Berry’s Absolute Christmas Favourites. 10.00 Upper Middle Bogan. 10.35 The Halcyon.

12pm Movie: A Star For Christmas. (2013, PG) 2.00 The Daily Edition. 3.00 The Chase.

4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia. 6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Home And Away. (PG) 8.30 World’s Deadliest Weather: Caught On Camera. (PG) 9.30 The Grand Tour. (M) 10.45 Jonathan Ross. (M) 11.45 The Goldbergs. (PG) 12.30am Shopping.

12pm Extra. 12.30 Cricket. The Ashes.

Third Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Afternoon session. 3.30 The Cricket Show. 4.00 Cricket. The Ashes.

Third Test. Australia v England. Day 1.

Evening session. 6.00 NBN News. 6.30 Cricket. The Ashes. Third Test. Australia v England. Day 1. Night session.

9.00 Forged In Fire. (M) 10.05 Movie: Mission: Impossible. (1996, M) 12.20am A.D. Kingdom And Empire. (M)

12pm Dr Phil. 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.00 Ent. Tonight. 2.30 Ben’s Menu. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 Everyday Gourmet. 4.00 Cook’s Pantry. 4.30 Bold. (PG) 5.00 TEN Eyewitness News. 6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 The Project.

7.30 Cram!

8.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M) 9.30 Law & Order: SVU. (M) 10.30 Blue Bloods. (M) 11.30 WIN News.

12.30am The Project.

12pm Arabic News F24. 12.30 Turkish News. 1.00 PBS News. 1.55 Nigella Express. 2.25 Living Black. 2.55 Soccer. EPL. Tottenham Hotspur v Brighton & Hove Albion. Replay.

5.25 Letters And Numbers. 5.55 Railway Journeys UK. 6.30 News. 7.30 Railway Journeys UK. 8.05 Food Safari Earth. 8.35 River Cottage Australia. (PG) 9.35 Chance.

(MA15+) 10.30 Ride Upon The Storm. 11.40 SBS News. 12.10am Movie: Qissa. (2013, M)

12pm Children’s Programs.

7.05 Ben And Holly. 7.20 Shaun The Sheep. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. (PG) 8.00 The Ex-PM. (M) 9.00 Tonightly With Tom Ballard. (M) 9.30 The IT Crowd. (PG) 9.55 Murder In Successville. (M) 10.25 Buzzcocks. (M) 11.00 The Office. (PG) 11.20 30 Rock. (PG) 11.40 Parks And Recreation.

(PG) 12am Tonightly With Tom Ballard. (M) 12.30 Buzzcocks. (M)

12pm Lovejoy.

(PG) 1.00 The Great Outdoors.

2.00 Million Dollar Minute. 3.00 Medical Emergency. (PG) 3.30 Auction Squad. 4.30 Escape To The Country.

6.30 Bargain Hunt.

7.30 Kingdom. (M) 8.30 Murdoch Mysteries. (M) 9.30 Houdini & Doyle. (M) 10.30 Catch Phrase. 11.15 Bargain Hunt.

12.30am Psychic TV. (M)

12pm World’s Funniest Videos Top 10 Countdown.

1.00 Storage Hunters UK. 1.30 Movie Juice.

2.00 Yu-Gi-Oh! 2.30 Regular Show. 3.00 Pokémon. 3.30 Nexo Knights. 4.00 Batman.

4.30 Ben 10. 5.00 Clarence. 5.30 Adv Time.

(PG) 6.00 Friends. (PG) 7.00 The Middle.

(PG) 7.30 Survivor: Heroes V Healers V Hustlers. (PG) 8.30 Movie: Now Add Honey.

(2015, M) 10.30 WWE Raw. (MA15+) 11.30 Total Divas. 12.30am Friends.

12pm WIN News.

1.00 Nash Bridges.

(M) 2.00 Matlock.

(M) 3.00 Jake And The Fatman. (PG) 4.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG) 5.00 Star Trek: Voyager. (PG) 6.00 Hogan’s Heroes. 6.30 Happy Days. 7.30 Car Crash Global: Caught On Camera.

8.30 Territory Cops. (PG) 9.00 MOVIE: Gallowwalkers.

(2012, MA15+) 11.00 Diagnosis Murder. (PG)

12pm Movie: Forever Enthralled. (2008, PG) 2.30 365. (PG) 2.35 Rise. (PG) 3.30 My 93-Year-Old Flatmate.

4.00 Hipsters. (PG) 4.30 Balls Deep. (PG) 5.00 News. 5.30 If You Are The One. 6.35 MythBusters. (PG) 7.35 VICE News Tonight.

8.00 Full Frontal With Samantha Bee. (M) 8.30 Killing Cancer. 9.20 The Trixie & Katya Show. (MA15+) 9.45 Most Expensivest.

10.40 Nirvanna The Band The Show.

12pm Nippers.

2.15 Move It Mob Style. 2.45 The Jungle Book. 2.55 The Jungle Bunch. 3.05 Tashi. 3.20 Nerds And Monsters. 3.30 Scream Street. 3.45 Paper Port. 4.00 Odd Squad. 4.25 Game On. 4.35 My Year 7 Life. 5.30 Little Lunch.

5.55 Movie: Hank Zipzer’s Christmas Catastrophe. (2016, PG) 7.30 My Year 12 Life. (PG) 8.20 Doctor Who. (PG) 9.10 Move It Mob Style. 9.35 Rage. (PG) 10.35 Close.

12pm Charlie’s Angels. (PG) 1.00 Hardcore Pawn.

(M) 1.30 Baggage Battles. (PG) 2.00 Pawn Stars. (PG) 2.30 American Restoration. (PG) 3.30 Barter Kings. (PG) 4.30 American Pickers. (PG) 5.30 Barter Kings. (PG) 6.30 Baggage Battles. (PG) 7.00 World’s Craziest Fools. (PG) 7.30 ScreenPLAY. (M) 8.00 Family Guy. (M) 9.00 American Dad! (M) 10.00 Movie: Underworld: Evolution. (2006, MA15+) 12.10am World’s Craziest Fools.

12.10pm Movie: The Ship That Died Of Shame. (1955, PG) 2.05 The Hairy Bikers’ Best Of British. (PG) 3.25 Flog It! 4.25 Heartbeat. (PG) 5.30 Four In A Bed. (PG) 6.00 Cricket. The Ashes.

Third Test. Aust v England. Day 1. Evening session. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.00 Are You Being Served? (PG) 7.30 Death In Paradise. (M) 8.40 DCI Banks. (MA15+) 9.40 Lynda La Plante’s Trial & Retribution. (M) 11.50 Death In Paradise. (M)

12pm JAG. (PG) 1.00 Days Of Our Lives.

(M) 2.00 The Young And The Restless. (M) 3.00 WIN News. 4.00 King Of Queens.

(PG) 4.30 Raymond. 5.30 Frasier. (PG) 6.00 Family Feud. 6.30 Raymond. 7.30 Will & Grace. (PG) 8.30 Sex And The City. (M) 9.30 Sex And The City. (MA15+) 10.00 Sex And The City. (M) 11.00 Sex And The City.

(MA15+) 11.30 James Corden. (M) 12.30am Becker. (PG)

ABC

ABC CO (ch 22)

ABC ME (ch 23)

7TWO (ch 62)

7MATE (ch 63)

NBN (ch 8)

GO! (ch 88)

GEM (ch 82)

WIN (ch 5)

ONE (ch 51)

ELEVEN (ch 52)

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NW0189-V5

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SBS (ch 3)

SBS VLND (ch 32)

ABC NEWS (ch 24)

12pm

ABC News.

6.00 ABC News National.

6.30 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News National.

8.00 ABC News. Coverage of news, sport and weather.

9.00 Undeniable.

10.00 The World.

11.00 ABC News. 11.30 The Drum.

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Puzzles

Brain Busters What year did the Sydney Harbour Bridge open?

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What is the official language of Ethiopia?

super sudoku

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Lokum is the traditional name for the confection better known as what?

4.

Which one of the following Australian prime ministers is a Rhodes scholar: Kevin Rudd, John Howard, Paul Keating or Tony Abbott?

5.

In a game of chess, by what other name might a rook be known?

6.

Who wrote the 2013 book Oil and Honey: The Education of an Unlikely Activist?

7.

What is the name of the 1997 album released by Australian group Leonardo's Bride.

8.

What breed of dog features as a token in a traditional game of Monopoly?

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Who replaced Alex Ferguson as manager of Manchester United Football Club?

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The next 12 months sees Xavier step out of his ordinary way of life and embark on a new journey. Far-reaching changes are taking place deep within him, as he sheds all that is outworn in his present life. A change of address is on the cards and travel will also be an important feature.

Xavier’s career will progress as he tackles new developments with a growing sense of confidence. His social life will be very full on and love-wise he is after fun and adventure.

ARIES: MAR 21 - APR 20

CANCER: JUN 22 - JUL 22

LIBRA: SEP 24 - OCT 23

CAPRICORN: DEC 22 - JAN 20

If you’re a typical Aries you’re blessed with X-ray vision and this is the ideal time to focus on your finances. If you’ve been neglecting them recently, go over them with a fine-tooth comb. If you spot any discrepancies you won’t be happy until everything is sorted out.

Be careful of jumping to conclusions when dealing with loved ones. If you haven’t had much time for your friends recently, you’re now keen to redress the balance and get in touch with them once more. Get out your diary and start booking up lots of social events.

There may be issues concerning friendships; perhaps you feel someone may let you down unexpectedly or a friend may be going through a hard time and need a shoulder to lean upon. The coming few weeks is time when you'll hear some good news about a loved one.

TAURUS: APR 21 - MAY 21

LEO: JUL 23 - AUG 23

It’s possible that jealousy and possessiveness could cause problems between you and a loved one. One of you is feeling insecure and wants to reassure themselves that they aren't facing any competition. You need to iron out these differences to avoid them getting any worse.

You’ll be feeling more ebullient and forthcoming than you have for some time. You’ll want to take the lead in many different ways and won’t be following others like a sheep. You’ll also have a surge of confidence, enabling you to push ahead or put yourself in the limelight.

Your home and family life will play a huge role in your life this month and if there have been issues with a loved one, they’re going to seem even greater. Your ambition goes up another notch and you’ll channel increasing amounts of energy into them.

SCORPIO: OCT 24 - NOV 22 If a loved one is distant or stern with you, try not to brood on what this might mean and then imagine the worst. If someone is being bossy, there could be issues galore as you oppose this person’s authority or go out of your way to defy them.

You’ll be happiest in familiar surroundings and won’t want to venture too far if you can help it. At work, you will need to be careful of stepping on the toes of either your boss or important colleagues. It will be full steam ahead and rather stressful on occasions.

GEMINI: MAY 22 - JUN 21

VIRGO: AUG 24 - SEP 23

SAGITTARIUS: NOV 23 - DEC 21

PISCES: FEB 20 - MAR 20

Mercury is Retrograde and you could find it difficult to motivate yourself. Perhaps your get up and go has got up and gone or because you’re feeling a little down. You may have to do some clever acting if you’re dealing with someone who expects you to perform.

A brother, sister, colleague or neighbour is on a moral crusade; they are being awfully po-faced about something and may even treat you to a bit of finger wagging.

Although you may not agree with what they are saying, there could be a grain of truth in it.

Happy birthday Sagittarius! Over the next 12 months you will take pride in doing things to the best of your ability. Being of service to others brings you pleasure, whether or not it’s expected of you. All the same, you’ll be really pleased if your hard work is noticed.

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INDEX

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Handyman . . . . . . . . . .

Home Maintenance . . . .

Hot Water . . . . . . . . . .

Landscape Supplies . . . .

Landscaping & Design . .

Painting . . . . . . . . . . .

Plastering & Gyprock . . .

Plumbing. . . . . . . . . . .

Plumbing & Gasfitting . .

Pressure Cleaning . . . . .

Removalists . . . . . . . . .

Resumes . . . . . . . . . . .

Roofing . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rubbish Removals . . . . .

Security Doors & Screens Tile & Grout Repairs . . . .

Tree Services . . . . . . . .

Web Design . . . . . . . . .

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TROY’S BATHROOMS AND BUILDING RENOVATIONS • Full bathroom renovation from start to finish • Small renovations, decks and patios Licence No: 167510c

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AIR CONDITIONING SERVICES

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BRICKLAYERS

Steve 0490 540 128 Assessor’s Lic No. LAA000168

AV BROWN BRICKLAYING

AWNINGS

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• Retaining Walls • Fences • New Homes

NW0126

• Bridal • Formal • Evening Wear • Ladies & Mens Wear • School Uniforms

PHONE ADAM 0414 311 720

44 Gregson Ave • Mayfield West • 02 4960 8871

Lic 236513C

ANTENNAS

BUILDERS

A1 RENO GROUP

HUNTER VALLEY

Call ALAN WRIGHT 0412 782 202 | huntervalleyantennaservice.com.au

Book your advert on 02 4037 4000

• Plans to Council • Gable Carports • Awnings • Screen Enclosures • Glass Rooms • Decks • Deals directly with the Builder/Owner Lic No. 162879c

Phone Matt: 4971 6762 0414 941 922

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NW0010

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NW0135

ANTENNA SERVICE • • • • •

Lic 42192

Phil 0418 496 937

RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL • INDUSTRIAL

ALTERATIONS

NW0030

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NW0051

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NW0071

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NW0386

Air Conditioning Services . .

Alterations . . . . . . . . . . . .

Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Art & Craft Classes . . . . . . .

Asbestos Services . . . . . . .

Awnings . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bathroom Renovations . . . .

Bricklayers . . . . . . . . . . . .

Builders. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Carpenters . . . . . . . . . . . .

Computer Repairs . . . . . . .

Concreting . . . . . . . . . . . .

Decking. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Earthmoving & Excavations .

Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Flooring Supplies . . . . . . .

Gardening . . . . . . . . . . . .

Guttering. . . . . . . . . . . . .

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

FREE QUOTES • ALL AREAS

Call 0431 331 605

Book your advert on 02 4037 4000 77

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Trades & Services Guide BUILDERS

CONCRETING

ELECTRICAL

D + J MILLER CONSTRUCTIONS

PRO-CONCRETING

ELECTRICIAN

Mick Dunley

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Lic No: 132271C

CARPENTERS

0429 696 215

15 YEARS

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• • • • •

NW0062

Electrical work Security Alarm Systems CCTV System Access Control Intercoms

• • • •

Data Network Telecommunications TV/Theatre/Music systems Service and Install of Ducted Vacuum Systems

0407 937 088

NW00254

0412 661 106

Handyman Dave

EXPERIENCE

Service include (Domestic):

NO JOB TOO SMALL!

Servicing in • Newcastle • Lake Macquarie • Maitland • Port Stephens Lic. No. 309441C

Peter • 1300 481 664 • sales@britedecking.com.au

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DOORS

COMPUTER REPAIRS Computer Problems?

YOUR FLOORING SPECIALISTS

We Come To You!

Dan’s Mobile Computer Service

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Duramax

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> Computer Repairs & Upgrades > Computer Tuition > Friendly & Affordable Help

NW0070

PLEASE PHONE PETER BERGHOFER

DECKING

Household Repairs and Maintenance

CARPENTRY DECKING

0410 312 247

NW0036

Phone Daryl 0400 117 867 OR 4920 7526

Lic No EC38503

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• Licensed, Experienced and reliable • All types of Electrical work including rewires

D R I V E W AY S P E C I A L I S T - A L L A S P E C T S O F C O N C R E T I N G • STAMPED • STENCILLED • COLOURED • PLAIN EXPOSED AGG • SLABS • PATIOS • POOL SURROUNDS • RESURFACING

NW0013

Lic 297378C

*NEW HOMES extensions renovations *Maintenance *all aspects of building

Ph 4961 3843 • 150 Hannell Street, Wickham

CONCRETING

EARTHMOVING & EXCAVATIONS

QUFREE OT 2 exp0 ye ES e ars nce

Ph Mark 78

0434 917 850

Lic. 102467c

Driveway cut outs/prep Pathway cut outs/prep Concrete/paver removal Post & Pier holes

PHONE BEN 0401 328 902

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Trenching Pool excavation Pool removal & fill Retaining wall excavation

www.scoopitminidiggers.com

Call 0418 671 174

www.styleitflooring.com.au All areas

call us on 02 4037 4000 NW035-V18

• Coloured Concrete • Slabs and Footings • Residential & commercial • No job too small

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To get your business listed in the Trades & Services Guide,

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• All types of concrete • Driveways • Exposed Agg • Decorative

Yard levelling Yard clean up Turf preparation Turf laying

NW0206

NW0243

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or email admin@newcastleweekly.com.au

NW0206

THE TIGHT ACCESS EARTHMOVING AND EXCAVATION SPECIALIST

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Trades & Services Guide GARDENING

HANDYMAN

LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES

JUSDIGGIN

LAWNS & GARDENS

EXCAVATOR + TIPPER + POSITRACK HIRE

CALL NOW!

13 2613

Specialising in tight fit excavations Large and small excavators

Free, no obligation quotes viphomeservices.com.au

NW0069

0438 408 801

Lawn mowing • Pruning Hedging • Weed spraying • Garden Care • Friendly service & very reliable.

• •

BRIGHTSIDE

HOME MAINTENANCE Fully Insured

• Painting & Gyprock Repairs • Small Construction Jobs • Landscaping and Clean-ups

Contact Adrian Specialising in: • Retaining Walls and • Decking • Paving • Fencing

Jeff Baran 0402 902 377

PHONE TIM ON 0431 137 747

• Roof replacements • Leak repairs • No job too small • Free quotes - pensioner rates

Does your Sistine Chapel need a touch up?

NW0062

NW0014

We Service all areas of Newcastle & Lake Macquarie

Cherry Plumbing NW0088

ph. 0448 980 180 or 02 4945 1465 jeffreywalexander@hotmail.com Hot Water Systems | Gas and Electric

Call Marco for quote

0425 322 662

marco@ipaintnewcastle.com.au

HOT WATER

Alexander Handyman Services

Jeff Alexander

PAINTING

We Cover all Handyman Services Including: Plumbing • Tiling • Painting • Property Maintenance • Gutter Cleaning Lawn & Garden Maintenance • TV & Aerial Installation Lic no. L14448

HANDYMAN

• No job to big or too small • Residential and Commercial • Specialising in Home sale Preparation

Call Mike 0413 686 757

Friendly Reliable Service Pensioner Discounts Reasonable Rates

CARDIFF GUTTERING SPECIALIST

Call Terry 4954 0309 or 0414 540 309

www.dezignaretainingwalls.com

Lic no. 202294c

Bel-Air

Call Alan

0415 333 883 Newcastle

24 Hour Service • Blocked Drains • Hot Water Systems • Water Jetter • Drain Camera • Maintenance • Renovations • Diagnostic Expert Licence No L13318

50 YEAR’S PAINTING THE TOWN

Don’t just get the job done, get it done right!

Quality NW0341

NW0303

• Built in wardrobes

brightsidemaintenance@gmail.com

GUTTERING

Lic L10548

Dezigna Retaining Walls

• General Repairs and Renovations

0490 272 126

NW0067

• Repairs or renewal • Leaf & Bird Proofing • Gutter Cleaning • Stormwater drainage

LANDSCAPING & DESIGN

NW0046

LAWN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

HOME MAINTENANCE

NW0203

jack_shaz@bigpond.com wwwjacksgardeningandmowing.com.au

NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL FREE QUOTES

NW0085-V2

Jack 0427 807 930

NW0202

• Large garden clean-ups • Green waste taken away • Truck and Dingo available to cart or shift soil, or both • Honest, reliable, old fashioned service • Pressure cleaning now available, driveway, patios, etc

NW0095

PHONE JUSTIN

JACKS ALL THINGS GARDENING... And Other Things

Gold Lic. No. 436c

Ken Huff

0413 099 130

CWM0113

• Lawn mowing • Pruning • Hedging • Weed spraying • Garden care and more!

To book your space, call us on 02 4037 4000 or email admin@newcastleweekly.com.au 79

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Trades & Services Guide PLASTERING & GYPROCK

PAINTER HANDYman

MG PLASTERING GYPROCK AND PLASTERING – NO JOB TOO SMALL –

PHONE MICK

Highly Decorated Prompt • Pristine • Professional

Lic 251316c

FREE QUOTES

Interior + exterior painting + decorating

Hot Water Systems | Gas and Electric

Big or small, we do it all!

Ph. 0419 478 738 ABN 51264177158

24 Hour Service • Blocked Drains • Hot Water Systems • Water Jetter • Drain Camera • Maintenance • Renovations • Diagnostic Expert Licence No L13318

Our personalized services include: • Resumes • Cover Letters & Selection Criteria • Assignments/coursework and coaching • Extensive range of Business Services

PLUMBING

Lic L10548

Dave Knights Plumbing Services Plumber • Drainer • Gasfitter Water saver specialists • Taps • Toilets

“we show up” Same day quotes 7 year guarantee

Dave Knight

0414 711 573 www.creativewritingsolutions.com.au michelle@creativewritingsolutions.com.au

ROOFING

ROOF REPAIRS

Mob: 0418 686 472

ALL AREAS Ph/Fax: 4942 1306 Pensioner discounts Lic No. L3569 No job too big or small

Re-paints & new work Dulux premium paints Reasonable prices Industrial - commercial - Domestic

Contact us today for a free quote

NW0367

Phone Terry Slupik - All areas

QUOTES!

Receive 10% DISCOUNT when presenting this advert

www.muscardinplumbing.com.au 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE NW0037

Rebedding and Pointing work Box Gutters and Flashings Chimney removals Valley Replacements Whirlybirds Installed

Dennis 0412 453 317

Licence 301377C

0412 960 810

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Lic. No. 73493C

ALL PLUMBING AND GASFITTING

0406 473 572

By Licensed Tradesman with over 45 years experience on Tile and Metal Roofing

My License is your guarantee of a QUALITY JOB

PLUMBING & GASFITTING

CALL DAVE Licence No 222296c

Professional Writing Services

CARDIFF

4954 0309 • 0414 540 309

instylepainting.com.au

Call or text us your details BEN 0419 124 923 or LOUISE 0416 071 924

RESUMES

NW0063

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Newcastle

PLUMBING GAS GUTTERING UNBLOCK SEWERS/STORM WATER DRAINS ALL TYPES OF HOT WATER SYSTEMS REPLACED

instyle painting FREE

We are QUICK, FRIENDLY, PROFESSIONAL AND RELIABLE… and Highly Recommended!

0415 333 883

NW0132

NW0441

Beautiful long lasting Décor Repaint Specialist

Call Alan

NW0424

CROW FEATHERS PAINTING

Cherry Plumbing

ABN 99603917455

ARE YOU MOVING?

NW0341

ABN 55757066216 Work up to $5000

0475 434 202

Once you’re all packed up and ready to move, let us do the moving for you.

We will move your furniture, boxes and belongings safely and securely.

PLUMBING

NW0385

Email: HighlyDecorated@yahoo.com Website: highlydecoratedpainting.com

NW0253

CALL Robert 0449 019 166 Nathan 0431 754 132

Call today for a free quote

REMOVALISTS

0419 977 039

Painting Services

Courteous and Professional, Fully Insured…

0421 321 458 0416 152 422

NW0157

Keith Minton

Patch-up specialists.

Quality finish using quality products.

Reliable, trustworthy. Servicing all areas.

Call anytime for a friendly, FREE quote.

NW0087

Lic No: 18545C

4955 4677

NW0058

0402 923 984

• Driveways, Patios, Garages, Paths, Retaining Walls etc • Soft Wash – Houses, Store Fronts, Mould and Mildew Removal • Concrete Sealing • Graffiti Removal • Commercial Grade Equipment

Qualified in all aspects of

Over 30 Years Painting Experience OR

PRESSURE WASHING SERVICE

• FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED • QUALITY BLUESCOPE STEEL • LEAF PROTECTION • PROFESSIONAL SERVICE • CUSTOM FOLDED FLASHINGS

FREE

PHONE BRICE OR MANDY

www.oziwi.com.au

EMAIL: oziwiroofi ng@gmail.com

Lic No: 261305C

QUO TES

NW0326

• Quality Work • Pensioner Discounts • Dulux Paint Specialist • Low Rates

PRESSURE CLEANING

NW0281

PAINTING

Contact 02 4037 4000 E admin@newcastleweekly.com.au

Trades & Services Guide ROOFING

SECURITY DOORS & SCREENS

Les Moran 0427 486 862

www.uneeka.com.au

Whirlybirds Remove heat & moisture from your roof

Neil: 4945 8923 or 0438 506 949 Mark: 4948 1477 or 0424 275 386

Fully Insured & Pensioner Discounts NW0420

Dirty Tiles and Grout?

….forget pointless scrubbing

Call Kristy on 0432 695 430 or 0422 442 284 for a free no obligation quote

We Clean, Seal & Re-Colour Dirty Tile & Grout

HUNTER’S LEADING TREE SERVICES PROVIDER

Call us today for your free quote!

Supplied plus installed

0447 688 776

Professional Qualified Insured

10% PENSIONER DISCOUNT

0419 289 223

NW0022

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Coloured $199 Mill Finished $179 Super Vents (Stainless steel bearings) $210

Call Shelley the Tree Lady!

All aspects of Tree Services including:

Call Anne and Michael@GroutPro Newcastle on 0447 688 776 www.groutpro.com.au

• Costs nothing to run • Brings natural ventilation to your whole home • Tested to AS/NZS4740 • Saves on household energy use • Reduces condensation & mildew formation

NW0235

TREE SERVICES

able tree services

Bob Richards

All Aspects of Tree Work • Fully insured • 20 million insurance cover • Pensioner Discounts •

NW0106

M: 0414 718 817 | Ph: 4943 5510 Email: Rojensafety@bigpond.com

RUBBISH REMOVALS

Free Quotes • Reliable and Friendly Services •

• Removal/Pruning • Stump Grinding • Emergency & • Block and Land Clearing School Work • Reports and more...

• Tree Transplanting www.branchmanagement.com.au | ABN 98096 011 040

WEB DESIGN

M 0403 221 044 ablestump@exemail.com.au ABN 81 074 132 933

NW0198

STEWART

RUBBISH REMOVAL

BTS TREE, PALMS & STUMP SERVICE

NW0067

FREE QUOTES!

• Free quotes • Pensioner discounts • Fully insured • All tree work & pruning • Arborist • Prompt reliable service 30 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE NO JOB TOO SMALL OR LARGE

Mobile: 0408 681 866 Phone/fax Ian: 4948 6551 benny57@bigpond.net.au

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ALL RUBBISH REMOVED

TRADES & SERVICES GUIDE

0418 685 761 • 4958 2756

Call on 02 4037 4000

NW0031

• DEMOLITIONS • YARD CLEARING • EXCAVATIONS

Newcastle Weekly competition winners NW0117

•All areas •All kinds of rubbish •7 Day Service •All removed •Prompt Reliable Service

0412 510 111 or 4933 5280

• Free prompt no obligation quotes • Fully Insured • Site cleaned • Reliable service • Hedge Trimming • Wood chipping • Pensioner rebates

Tree Removal • Stump Grinding Pruning and Crown Maintenance

TILE & GROUT REPAIRS

SPECIAL OFFER

Tree Lopping specialists

NW0066

Serving TH E HUNTER

• No job too big or small • Quality tradesman

Security doors Flyscreens Made to measure All styles Free quotes

NW0046

• • • • •

NW0054

Lic no 112440c

• All roof repairs & renewal

SD & L

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LTITUDE

RIGHT AS RAIN ROOFING Service guaranteed Ph Shane 4959 6091 Mob 0410 564 044

TREE SERVICES

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ELVES These hard-working little people might be small in size but they have big personalities and so much energy. They are treasures, each and every one.

My favourite things GINGERBREAD

SANTA

Gingerbread is my weakness.

I love making it, baking it, eating it and sharing it.

My traditional homemade gingerbread recipe is the best.

Santa is the person I adore most in all the world. He’s compassionate, honest and intelligent with a heart of gold and a jolly sense of humour.

Mrs Claus

SANTA’S WORKSHOP DIRECTOR

Also known as Mary Christmas, Jessica was a school teacher when she met young Kris Kringle, aka Santa Claus.

Since marrying Santa and moving to the North Pole, Mrs Claus has devoted her life to helping Santa manage the workshop and care for the elves and reindeer. She says the weeks leading up to Christmas are the busiest time of the year, but all the effort is worth it come Christmas night when Santa returns after his annual journey around the world, and they relax over a ginger beer and a quiet meal by the fire.

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ROAD TRIPS What kind of motorbike does Santa ride? A Holly Davidson. Ho! Ho! Ho! After Christmas, Santa and I love to head south to warmer climes and hit the road on our Harleys, travelling incognito.

The roads in and around the Hunter Region offer spectacular scenery.

WHALES Whenever I get the chance, I take the sleigh or electric snowmobile down to the ocean near our home and watch the whales swimming.