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From the editor It’s been a long week.

Each day, there’s a new development or update on the infamous COVID-19 and my inbox is being bombarded with all kinds on information on the current pandemic. While we aim to keep you informed as much as possible during these challenging times, we also want to provide you with some uplifting, community-focused news.

University of Newcastle’s Pro Vice-Chancellor Education and Arts, Professor John Fischetti, offers some valuable tips on how students can embrace and benefit from studying at home; and Newcastle-based skateboarder Poppy Starr Olsen discusses the decision to postpone the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games until next year.

Our cover star this week, Karen Aubrey, is a member of the Lake Macquarie Winds – a community band filled with like-minded individuals who share a common love of music.

While I’m not a talented musician like those in the band, I’ve taken comfort in listening to music throughout the day.

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New $3.3 million bridge in Wallsend Opening marks important milestone

Group pumps life into region Support for genetic heart conditions

Students step up during COVID-19 Parents urged to keep children home

Olympic dreams on hold Pandemic forces Games’ postponement

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news Bridge marks milestone in flood plan for Wallsend The completion of a new $3.3 million bridge in Wallsend has been hailed as a milestone in a project that will bring “generational change” for the suburb.

The Tyrrell Street bridge was unveiled at the weekend, marking an important step in addressing flooding in Wallsend.

The project saw the demolition of the former smaller and lower structure, which was built in 1930.

It was replaced with a 26.6-metrelong two-span, two-lane concrete plank bridge as part of City of Newcastle’s ongoing process of flood mitigation and renewal works.

Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes thanked the community for its patience and cooperation during the construction phase.

“The Wallsend community has

been hit hard during the past decade from flash flooding,” she said.

“This is why we prioritised this [project] in what is a long-term, generational change project in Wallsend.”

Replacing Tyrrell Street Bridge forms part of the council’s Ironbark Creek Flood Mitigation Plan, which proposes another two bridges at Boscawen Street and Nelson Street be replaced, increasing the flow capacity at the Cowper Street Bridge, and planning for how Hunter Water’s channel can be widened to allow better water flow during heavy rainfall.

Ward Four Councillor Jason Dunn said the project was also the starting point of a larger program of works to benefit residents, businesses, property owners, and

Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes, far left, and City of Newcastle Councillor Jason Dunn, far right, at the completed Tyrrell Street bridge and, inset, construction underway in September 2019.

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visitors to the suburb.

He added a long-term vision for the renewal of the Wallsend local centre was starting to take place following the adoption of the Wallsend Local Centre Public Domain and Traffic Plan.

“The plan aims to increase safety for pedestrians, cyclists and traffic, as well as improve amenity, accessibility and connectivity for the community,” he said.

“We’ll be having a conversation with the community about how the plan takes shape and what the ideal future for Wallsend looks like, including heritage preservation, more seating and shade, greener streets, and public access to technology like Wi-Fi.” The council also plans to restore ageing infrastructure, such as roads, footpaths, lighting and draining, throughout the town centre.

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news Newcastle Weekly to launch new-look website

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A sneak peek of the website.

Newcastle Weekly has taken great pride in being at the heart of the Hunter community ever since we launched in May 2015.

Over the past five years, we’ve worked hard to keep people up to

date by covering local news and current issues, politics and sport, food and entertainment, fashion and beauty, home and lifestyle, as well as real estate, motoring, and trades and services.

It’s been an exciting journey for the magazine, and we’re now about to take an exciting step forward.

We are all aware that it is a challenging time right now as the coronavirus pandemic sweeps across the country.

Businesses have acted swiftly to adapt to the rapidly changing situation, and we’re no different.

We are excited to announce that, from Thursday 9 April, we’ll be launching a new-look website, which will help to reinforce our strong community focus and commitment to delivering highquality editorial.

Newcastleweekly.com.au will allow us to provide you – our valued readers – with more local news, more entertainment, more sport, and more home and lifestyle.

Our sister publication, Canberra Weekly (canberraweekly.com.au),

has also launched its new-look online version.

We hope that you will join us as we strive to keep you informed through these difficult and stressful times.

On a side note, this will be Newcastle Weekly’s final print edition until Thursday 7 May. We want to thank our loyal readers, who have picked up the magazine from various supermarkets, cafés, shopping centres and other pick-up points each week.

While we’ll miss providing you with the print magazine on a weekly basis, as you’ve come to expect, we’re looking forward to engaging with you via a new platform.

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news Support group for sufferers of genetic heart conditions Sara Catena was searching for support when she decided to put plans in motion to create a new group.

The Genetic Heart Group is available for anyone who has a genetic heart condition within the Hunter Region.

Sara lives with Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy (ARVC), which makes living her life different to the majority of those around her.

“It’s a disease in the heart muscle, where the heart muscle starts to get replaced by fat and scar tissue, making it harder for the heart to pump properly, and it also causes rhythm disturbances,” she says.

“I’ve had moments where I’ve broken down and gone: ‘Why me?’

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how your body is going to react and know the warning signs and the signals and then you kind of get used to it and what wasn’t the normal becomes normal.”

Sara met with Dr Anne Ronan, Angela Ingrey, Rachel March, Alichea Archer and Blake Glennie to brainstorm ideas for the support network.

It was in this meeting that the Genetic Heart Group came to life.

The participants decided to create a Facebook group to recruit members and spread the word that a support group for people with a genetic heart condition was available in the region.

The group aims to encourage connections and helps members share their experiences.

“It’s nice to know that you are

Genetic Heart Group creator Sara Catena at Hunter Genetics, Waratah.

not going through all of this by yourself,” Sara says.

“Someone else has gone through the same thing or a similar thing and it’s a little bit comforting [knowing] people out there have the same condition or a similar condition to me [and] I can talk to them about it and not feel so alone and isolated.”

The group supports people living with ARVC, Brugada Syndrome, Catecholaminergic

Polymorphic VT (CPVT), Familial Dilated Cardiomyopathy (FDCM), Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Left Ventricular Noncompaction (LVNX) and Long QT Syndrome (LQTS).

It also hopes to raise awareness.

Sara says that, once they have enough members, they’ll be able to organise face-to-face meetings for the chance “to meet and connect with one another”. Search Genetic Heart Group on Facebook.

- Elizabeth Symington

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Students to step up during coronavirus pandemic Parents are being urged to keep their children home as the coronavirus pandemic hits the education sector.

Despite the ever-changing situation, the University of Newcastle’s Pro Vice-Chancellor Education and Arts, Professor John Fischetti, wants students to know that they will get through this period.

“Our imagination will get us through,” he says.

“Our patience, kindness and flexibility will all be tested [but we will] get our confidence back.”

Professor Fischetti has several tips for parents and students to help them get through this difficult time.

“Embrace the opportunity,” he says.

“This is a new chapter to help your child be successful.

“It could be really special and memorable.

“Use it to do what we often say we don’t have time to do – be with your kids.

“Stick to a routine every day – get up in the morning and get ready like your children are going to school, create a space where the work can take place [and] be organised.”

Professor Fischetti says parents also need to ensure their children

are taking the right breaks, have a balanced diet, and are getting enough sleep and exercise.

He believes that families should look to their social network if they need assistance and suggests that, if a student is struggling, then a call to someone who can help, like a grandparent or neighbour, might make a big difference.

He adds access to resources can be an issue for many families but thinks that tapping into this network and working with the school will provide some alternatives.

Ultimately, Professor Fischetti believes this style of education is the way of the future and, once society has a handle on the pandemic, “schools as we know them may change dramatically”.

He adds parents need to ask their kids to “step up” to help protect our nation’s most vulnerable.

“There were generations before them who were sent to go to war and the pressure for them was life and death,” he says.

“We will get through to the other side and we might learn a lot of new things on the way.

“This is very unusual, but we are blessed to have this opportunity.”

- Elizabeth Symington

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Push to keep Valentine’s hydrotherapy pools afloat The future of the Valentine Hydrotherapy and Swim Centre is in doubt after more than 50 years of operation.

Valentine Hydrotherapy Pools Secretary John McGrath says the cost of maintaining the pools has become too much and believes Lake Macquarie City Council will need to take over the facility.

“After 54 years of operation, run by a charity, the expenses have got to a level that can no longer be sustained,” he says.

“We can handle day-to-day operations but it’s the bigger stuff that we can no longer maintain.

“We approached the council to take over the pool 18 months ago and, on 14 April, they will vote on a proposal to take over the running of this facility.”

Mr McGrath is concerned the vote will lead to a rejection.

A Lake Macquarie council spokesperson says it has been working with the charity’s committee to try and reduce operating costs.

“The council has been working with the committee of Valentine Hydrotherapy Pools Inc since 2017 in an effort to reduce the operating costs of the pool, as well as investigating opportunities to gain funding to assist in making some repairs and improvements to the facility,” the spokesperson says.

“More recently, the committee has made it clear to the council that

they do not see their management model being sustainable and have requested council to investigate the incorporation of the Valentine hydrotherapy pool into its network of council-managed swim centres.”

Mr McGrath adds that, while they have enough funds to get through the next six months, if council rejects the proposal, the pool will permanently close. “[That] would be a catastrophic loss to the community,” he says.

“We’ve got more than 800 hydrotherapy patients who rely on the service and hundreds of children who attend swimming lessons.

“We’ve got approximately 119,000 visitations per year.

“It caters to a whole lot of people in terms of injuries that need therapy and people who need lessons.

“Paralympians train at the pool on Tuesdays and Thursdays and young children who have been referred to us from John Hunter Hospital also receive treatment.”

Valentine Hydrotherapy Pools Inc is asking the community for help.

If you will be affected by the closure or want to support the cause, email valentinepools@ bigpond.com.

Go to the charity’s website, valentinehydrotherapypools.org. au, for more information.

- Elizabeth Symington

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news Projects to share funding Community projects across the region will share crucial funds after making successful bids for a State Government grant.

In the Lake Macquarie electorate, a total of 27 projects gained financial support under the Community Building Partnership program, which was worth $300,000 this year.

Among the successful groups are the Scouts Association of Australia – NSW Branch for an upgrade to its Carey Bay/Toronto Scout Hall; Toronto Public School P&C Association for the renovation of an early intervention playground; Cardiff Junior Rugby League; South Cardiff Football Club; Speers Point Amateur Sailing Club; and Survivors R Us. Lake Macquarie City Council will receive funds to upgrade and air condition public halls at Bolton Point, Kilaben Bay, Lakelands

and Wyee, while Wangi Men’s Shed and Woodrising Natural Learning Centre are also among the recipients.

In Charlestown, 16 projects have been successful under the program, including Windale P&C Association and Redhead Community Preschool.

The Lions Club of Charlestown, Redhead Bowling Club, and Charlestown Child Care and Early Learning Centre are also on the list.

Charlestown State MP Jodie Harrison said the government funding would deliver muchneeded improvements to local facilities, including the likes of Lake Macquarie Junior Cricket Club, which was awarded $40,000 for cricket net upgrades.

“These new practice nets will provide the club’s youngest members with state-of-the-art practice facilities,” Ms Harrison

Charlestown State MP Jodie Harrison with members of the Lake Macquarie Junior Cricket Club at Feighan Oval, Warners Bay.

said. “This upgrade will provide a premier cricket facility for the area.”

Over in Maitland, 10 projects are recipients of funding.

These include Thornton Park Senior Soccer Club, the Maitland Hockey Turf Association, East Maitland War Memorial, Girl Guides Association of NSW, PCYC Maitland, Autism Spectrum Australia Aspect, Rotary Club of Rutherford-Telarah, Lochinvar School of Arts Hall, East Maitland Scout Hall, and 1st Telarah Scout

Hall. Maitland State MP Jenny Aitchison congratulated all of the organisations that were successful under the program.

“This grassroots funding will directly help repair buildings, refurbish assets and provide equipment for local community organisations, allowing them to continue to provide a safe place for the community to have fun and connect,” she said.

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news Charity sailing regatta races to new fundraising record A charity regatta has overcome a backdrop of bushfires and drought to sail to a new fundraising record.

The annual Heaven Can Wait (HCW) Charity Sailing Regatta, hosted by the Royal Motor Yacht Club Toronto at Lake Macquarie last month, posted a total of $46,000, overtaking the previous best effort from 2018.

Race Director Mel Steiner said organisers had been bracing for a tough year of fundraising.

“Bushfires and drought had sucked up a lot of the available charity dollars and, combined with the view that people were doing it tough, we fully expected the fundraising effort to be down on previous years,” he said.

The funds will go to the Hunter Branch of Cancer Council NSW’s

Home Help Program, which supports both recovering and terminal cancer patients who are unable to perform their domestic duties because of their condition, as well as Lake Macquarie Marine Rescue.

The HCW offers up some unique sailing, whether it be the Classic One Lap Dash – a quick jaunt around the cans covering the length and breadth of the lake – or the 24-Hour Endurance Race over the same course. The event’s charity dinner traditionally features local yachting personalities and renowned ABC Newcastle sports commentator Helene O’Neil as guests.

However, the 2020 edition included a special panel of five women – three of whom competed in their first Sydney to Hobart a year

The 2020 Heaven Can Wait Charity Sailing Regatta in Lake Macquarie. Photo: Greg Dickins

prior, while one boasted 14 to her name.

“We wanted to put the focus on women sailors because sailing is a sport that both women and men can participate equally in, either separately or in mixed formats, and we want to see more women sailing,” Mr Steiner added.

“I want to see an all women crew racing with us in our mid-week and weekend race series.

“In the 2020 HCW, we had another first – an all-women crew competing, and I applaud their participation.”

This year’s HCW saw 55 boats registered to compete. The event is the centrepiece of Lakefest – a celebration of aquatic and landbased activities on, and around, Lake Macquarie.

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Olympic dreams on hold how this postponement would affect her qualification. She added her training schedule had changed because of the closure of skate parks.

“When this whole thing settles down a bit, I’ll be skating like I do all the time,” she said.

“I’m just looking to try and stay fit at this time, even if I can’t skate.”

For Poppy, the Olympics was a chance to represent Australia.

“I was looking forward to going to Japan and experiencing every part of it, from the ceremonies to the village to hanging and skating with all my buddies,” she said.

During the conference, Mr Bach said he wanted the Games’ postponement to be a beacon of hope to the world during troubled times and believed the Olympic flame could represent light at the end of the tunnel.

- Elizabeth Symington

Knights to land key signing St George Illawarra forward Tyson Frizell has agreed to join Newcastle on a three-year deal starting in season 2021.

The NSW and Australian representative accepted terms with the Knights in January.

However, the NRL is not currently registering any new or updated contracts due to the uncertain circumstances around rugby league.

Dragons’ recruitment manager Ian Millward said Frizell had received one of the club’s most substantial offers in its history before choosing Newcastle.

“It was a deal that reflected his contribution over the past eight years and, of course, the seasons that would have followed,” Millward said. The 28-year-old backrower joined the Dragons in late 2012.

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Thousands of athletes across the country have seen their Olympic dreams put on hold.

The 2020 Olympic Games, set to take place in Tokyo, has been postponed until next year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The announcement was made last week in a conference between International Olympic Committee (IOC) President, Thomas Bach, and Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe. Newcastle-based skateboarder Poppy Starr Olsen, who was primed to make her Olympic debut, said she understood the decision.

“I think I kind of saw it coming to be honest, that or it being cancelled,” she said.

“I think it’s the best decision to ensure everyone’s safety [and] I can’t see that there was any other option.”

Poppy said she was not sure

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Opened in early 2019, Morpeth Gardens is a growing resort-style community established in the historic township of Morpeth by experienced Hunter developer Hilton Grugeon.

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If you or your ageing loved one is having trouble performing daily tasks due to old age, physical, or mental impairment, Home Care Assistance Newcastle can help. We believe that every person and family is unique and that the caring and support needs to be just as unique. We take the time to understand our clients preferences, wishes and dreams. We believe every senior should have access to one-on-one attention from a carer of their choice, customised care services, and control of their daily schedule for as long as possible.

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Band brings together young and old Its members may be far apart in age, but they all share a common love of music.

The Lake Macquarie Winds band, formed in 1977, has been bringing together the young and the old for decades.

Member Karen Aubrey, who has played with the band for more than 40 years, says she has created some wonderful memories with the group.

“Most memorable of these would be the time we travelled to Adelaide and successfully participated in the national titles,” she says.

“I also remember the impromptu concerts we performed while sightseeing and many other fun times.”

She adds that being a band member “provides a great opportunity to socialise and play

music with others who share a common interest”.

At just 16-years-old, Sarah Bernasconi is one of the band’s youngest members.

She says it is a privilege to be a part of the group and that music is a big part of her life.

“My love of music is something that I live daily through constant flute practice, listening to all genres of music, and singing,” she says.

“Music helps me think creatively and logically, which is a massive help with my academic studies.

“Logic aside, music provides me with an emotional escape that is rarely found in anything else that I do for fun.”

Bernasconi is lucky enough to be mentored by more experienced members, including Aubrey and

cover story Lake Macquarie Winds member Karen Aubrey at Speers Point Park. Photo: Peter Stoop

Musical Director Dr Mark Pinner.

“Being a part of such a supportive community filled with such talented musicians is an absolute privilege,” Bernasconi says.

Pinner has been a professional musician for 40 years, performing on the clarinet, bassoon and piano in all genres of music.

He is also an accomplished conductor and musical director and, with a PhD in musicology, he is a

source of great wisdom for the band.

Lake Macquarie Winds is seeking new members.

It encourages anyone to join, connect with like-minded people, and provide entertainment for audiences within the local community.

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How to stay connected *Jillian Asquith is the Chief Executive of recruitment and labour hire company Asquith Workforce.

With the coronavirus pandemic sweeping the nation, companies are mobilising to allow employees to work from home. However, after interacting with colleagues for eight hours a day, working from home is a massive change which can present new challenges for many of us.

Newcastle-based recruitment and human resources professional Jillian Asquith offers some general tips to help you look after yourself and stay productive during this time.

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Establish a new routine Creating a daily routine

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while working at home can help you stay focused, balanced and feel productive. Set in place one or two things you do each morning to signal you are starting your working day. For example, sit down with a cup of coffee and map out your schedule – identify the tasks to achieve as well as the times you’ll take breaks. It is also just as important to have an activity that signals the end of the working day.

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Don’t work on the lounge Trying to work from bed or sitting on the lounge is not conducive to being productive.

It also doesn’t signal to the mind or body that it’s time to work.

Create a space in your home that’s dedicated to working. Consider one with natural light, enough space to spread out and that limits

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Connect, connect, connect One of the most challenging parts to working at home is the isolation. In an office environment we may stop to have a chat on our way to grab a coffee or get something off the printer. It is also easier to seek clarification and build collaboration when we’re working side by side. When working remotely, it is important to schedule regular team meetings as well as reaching out to create impromptu, short and informal ones. Having virtual coffee catch ups and lunches is also a great way to maintain camaraderie. While you may feel hesitant to initiate contact, you might just help a colleague or friend who is feeling particularly isolated or anxious.

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Be kind This is a time of great uncertainty and it is going to have an impact on how each of us think and feel about ourselves and our world. Acknowledging when you feel frightened, frustrated or angry can take some of the power out of these and is cue to take a break and refocus. It is also helpful to limit the amount of media, social and otherwise, that you access. Most importantly and beneficially – be kind to others. Showing empathy supports others during these trying times and shifts negative emotions within yourself into more positive and empowering ones.

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in the garden

Stuck at home? Start working on preparations for winter April is here. Those in isolation will think time is going slowly, but seasonal-wise we are already in the second month of autumn, which is one of the loveliest months for gardening.

There are many jobs to do this month in preparation for winter – one of the most important is to remove the fading summer annuals and prepare garden beds and pots ready to plant out pansies, primula and poppies.

Anzac Day is the traditional time to plant out poppies, but gardens must be prepared at least one week prior to planting by digging in poultry manure and an all-purpose plant food.

Pots will need fresh potting mix – plant a mix of primula and pansies for a colourful winter display.

Winter vegetables, which I must warn you are in very short supply this year due to high demand and, I imagine, a production slowdown during the drought, prefer an alkaline soil –

hence the use of poultry manure.

The most requested is silver beet and spinach, which generally have a 20% dumpage rate.

It is a mystery, perhaps because so many are unfortunately spending time at home.

Like vegetables, spring bulbs will also be hard to source as some major suppliers have shut down due to the virus. It may be possible to obtain bulbs from The Diggers Club at Dromana in Victoria, which supplies by post.

This year we should all be happy to see deciduous trees drop their leaves as, during the drought, many looked sad due to lack of water.

My catalpa standards are extremely brown and will enjoy a winter rest.

When the trees drop their leaves, don’t forget they are a valuable source of mulch. Don’t rake them up and send them to landfi ll – either compost them or simply leave the dropped

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foliage to return goodness to the soil as Mother Nature intended.

This is an ideal month to divide perennials like over-crowded agapanthus, clivia, iris and violets, all of which can be split successfully.

Perhaps lonely neighbours may like a surprise left on their doorstep during this worrying time.

Stuck indoors? Check out your houseplants – some may need repotting or feeding, which should be done by the end of April.

In our coastal areas, we don’t get many trees displaying autumn foliage, though the Sasanqua camellias are just beginning to bloom. These plants are hardy and great for hedging, growing in the full sun or shade.

They have missed our normal rainfall this year but are great survivors – an application of peat moss around their root surface will be most beneficial.

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MEREWETHER 18 Edward Street This long held, original family home is in one of Newcastle's most sought after suburbs, with established market values and a history of market growth.

In an elevated position facing east and enjoying sea breezes and extensive views, it provides an astute buyer with a few options, but most importantly in real estate its…. location, location, location.

Ideal renovation or build a new residence or benefit from already D.A. & C.C. approved plans and fees paid.

This two lot, Dual Occupancy Torrens Title development, provides for two architecturally designed spacious residences, each with large open plan living and entertaining view decks over several levels, three generous bedrooms, two bathrooms, grassed courtyards, large garage and car space.

This project is ready to start. The existing ‘classic’ Merewether, weatherboard & tile residence comprises two bed, one

Price $860,000 - $890,000 View By Appointment Agent Bill Quirk Mob 0402 957 055 Borrelli Quirk Newcastle Real Estate Ph 4961 5566

bath, lounge with north facing sunroom (sleepout), separate dining room, small galley kitchen/laundry, one bath, rear courtyard with 1 W.C , elevated yard and workshop, all on 512 square metres.

Major shopping & business outlets, local village centres, schools, several ocean beaches & baths, parks & sporting fields are all nearby.

Offer for sale by private treaty, including all approvals & fees paid.

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Location Location Location For sale

Beautifully presented inside and out, this single level villa is conveniently located to Edgeworth Shopping Centre, Aldi and Glendale Stocklands. Featuring: - 2 spacious bedrooms, both with ceiling fans and built-in robes - Large, air conditioned, open plan lounge, dining and kitchen areas - Lovely kitchen with plenty of cupboards, double sink and breakfast bar.

Price Guide $360,000 - $396,000 Viewing By appointment Website www.oneagency.com.au Contact Tracey Andrews 0408 537 383

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MOUNT HUTTON 1/8 Merrivale Road

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Quietly positioned away from the streetscape, this courtyard villa delivers convenience in spades with Lake Macquarie Square an easy walk away. It blends stylish comfort with generous proportions and a private setting to provide a quality living space, while offering excellent value for money and an ideal first home, downsize or investment package for buyers.

Complete with two bedrooms, a single garage, outdoor alfresco area and low-maintenance lawn, it’s a terrific lifestyle choice for those seeking a modern home with all the trimmings.

Price $430,000 - $445,000 View By Appointment Agent Daniel Irwin Mob 0422 133 066 First National Altitude Ph 4903 8228

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Wow-Factor Views Dominate this Waterfront home 3 BED | 3 BATH | 2 GARAGE

Rarely does a home so easily capture the imagination as this waterfront home, with the lake so close you feel you can reach out and touch its cool waters. It showcases 180 degree water views and a thrilling list of highlights including a tennis court, private jetty, ready-to-launch boat shed and double garage with driveway access to the door. Its inspired design has created a breathtaking retreat surrounded by lake vistas, with floor-to-ceiling glass making dramatic interior spaces and sun-drenched terraces capturing fresh off-shore breezes. Currently used as an enviable weekender, the home is modern and ready to enjoy, however, there is tremendous scope to add some signature contemporary upgrades.

Troy Reeves M 0409 849 278 P 4903 8228 troy@fnaltitude.com.au

Alison Bratby M 0411 295 991 P 4903 8228 Alison@fnaltitude.com.au

For Sale $925,000 to $995,000 View

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1/3 Robey Crescent, Coal Point

An Elegant Family Home with Strong Architectural Appeal 5 BED | 3 BATH | 3 GARAGE

A showcase of great contemporary design on a low-maintenance block, It holds great potential for dual accommodation with a fully self-contained space including balcony and its own entry on the ground floor, this custom-built four bedrooms plus office home puts the focus on an architecturally appealing family-wise layout.

Lucy Vetrano M 0410 577 237 P 4903 8228 lucy@fnaltitude.com.au For Sale $920,000 - $960,000 View

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31 Dobell Drive, Wangi Wangi

Holiday at Home in this Natural Entertainer 4 BED | 3 BATH | 3 GARAGE

With an amazing lifestyle location, lake views from the top balcony and a show-stopping alfresco space, this two-storey home is paradise for growing families who love to entertain. Free-flowing, upstairs reveals three comfortable bedrooms complemented by open-plan living, while downstairs presents a fabulous retreat with living/entertaining areas that extend to the most amazing alfresco deck and sparkling inground pool. A separate studio delivers a versatile space for older teens or gives the potential for dual occupancy. Modernly appointed, this home offers a relaxed family haven where every classic comfort has been indulged, and with so many recreational activities on your doorstep, spend weekends canoeing, boating, swimming, fishing, walking the pathways that hug the lake.

Lucy Vetrano M 0410 577 237 P 4903 8228 lucy@fnaltitude.com.au For Sale $800,000 - $840,000 View

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35 Dobell Drive, Wangi Wangi

Pursue the Potential, Create the Dream 2 BED | 1 BATH

A fantastic location in a suburb gaining in popularity and value emphasises the remarkable potential of this 2-bedroom home. An exceedingly rare opportunity with original interiors. Perfectly primed for the ultimate modern transformation with exposed timber floorboards and original fireplace. Quietly located and positioned near the university and the cafĂŠ and pub scene of Lambton, this is an outstanding opportunity for renovators to roll up their sleeves and get creative.

Tess Fearon M 0422 584 277 P 4903 8228 tess@fnaltitude.com.au For Sale $360,000 - $395,000 View

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43 Michael Street, North Lambton

A Shining Example of Family Living, Complete with Lake Views 4 BED | 2 BATH | 2 GARAGE

Built with stylish relaxation in mind this dual-level home is truly a sight to behold, showcasing premium fixtures and finishes throughout. Entry level you are drawn to a sense of calm and comfort with a living zone, bedrooms and ensuite, while upstairs family living areas lead to a gourmet kitchen highlighted by smooth stone surfaces. A stunning balcony welcomes with shining lake views, while the backyard enjoys an enclosed alfresco area for larger scale entertaining. Ideally located within walking distance to the local IGA, Rathmines Public School, skate park and playground, it’s also just a quick stroll to the water’s edge for a quick dip.

Bronwyn Ireland M 0413 485 282 P 4903 8228 brownwyn@fnaltitude.com.au

David Westerman M 0428 482 767 P 4903 8228 david@fnaltitude.com.au

For Sale $749,000 View

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50 Fishing Point Road, Fishing Point

RENT, SELL, STAY…with us $399,500

For Sale

$860,000 - $890,000

For Sale

$710,000

410 CURRAWONG CIR, RAFFERTYS RESORT

18 EDWARD ST, MEREWETHER

61 SCHOLEY ST, MAYFIELD EAST

Like being on Holidays every day! Modern Town House, 2 spacious bedrms + bltin’s, 2 bath, 2 car spaces, ample storage, A/C,

Original family 2.5 bed home in strong real estate LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!

GREAT FAMILY HOME or PROVEN INVESTMENT! Open plan living, A/C, separate kitchen/dinning, 3 large bed, spa bath, 2 W.C.’s,

Sunny & bright living/din/kitchen, gardens. Enjoy all the amenity this resort lifestyle has to offer. MOOR YOUR BOAT out the front!

For Lease

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Ideal renovation or build a new residence or BENEFIT from APPROVED D. A. + C.C + all plans for 2 large ultra-modern Town Houses each with 3 bed, 2 bath, entertain decks, views, garage & car space.

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Entertain deck, balcony views, double garage, big storage. Low maintenance. Rents at $1,100/week.

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$6,000,000 + GST

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3/8 TORRENS AVE, CARDIFF

21 RIVER ROAD & CHURCH ST, WYONG

BRAND NEW SPACE many uses possible!, village atmosphere, great front window & busy road exposure, flexible fit out options & lease terms.

WORKSHOP/OFFICE/HARDSTAND 3 high clearance Rolla Door access to split level workshops, natural light, basic amenity, 3 phase power, 198m2

LANDMARK RIVERSIDE LOCATION 5400m2 site over (mixed zone) 5 lots. Approved D.A. for 75 apartments, 1 + 2 + 3 bed mix, in a 2 building complex.

Security car space, air conditioned 51m2.

Driveway and hardstand 400m2. Easy access to main arterial roads. CHEAP RENT for BIG SPACE!

Convenient next to Wyong shopping village and rail/bus interchange. Options available for staged development, increase yield, other? Current annual rental income $40K.

For Sale

$1,800,000. neg

For Lease $495/ week inclusive of O.G. + GST

MAITLAND ROAD, MAYFIELD EAST

514 HUNTER ST, NEWCASTLE

Prime location to Tafe’ and extending business precinct, mixed use zone, existing properties with rental yield, rear street & main road exposure.

Concept plans for 17 Residential & Commercial.

STREET LEVEL EXPOUSURE & REAR LANE GARAGE This Civic Precinct location next to the City Uni will prove strong business as the CBD revitalization continues. Commercial/Retail/Office, Clean and tidy, existing fit out 130m2. JUST MOVE IN!

FOR DETAILS & INSPECTION

BILL Quirk 0402 957 055 4961 5566 billquirk@bqnre.com.au

02 4961 5566 | www.bqnre.com.au

NW1373

For Sale

Salamander Haven Apartments IT’S A LIFESTYLE CHOICE

FABULOUS LOCATION FANTASTIC AMENITIES GREAT VALUE The brand new Salamander Haven Apartments are the perfect Retirement Village option for an active retirement or if you would just like to relax, take it easy and enjoy the facilities and location. The choice is yours.

56 APARTMENTS

PRICES START FROM

515,000 - INSPECT TODAY!

$

No waiting list. Nothing to do but move in!

OPEN HOUSE 240 SOLDIERS POINT ROAD, SALAMANDER BAY INSPECTIONS BY APPOINTMENT

• 2 bedroom, 2 bedroom + study • Open plan living areas, generous size bedrooms and easy access bathrooms • All feature balcony or courtyard space

COMPLEX FEATURES • Wellness hub, recreation hall with indoor pool and spa, generous barbecue and communal areas • Secure garage parking • Easy access to Salamander Shopping Village and local facilities • Transport at your doorstep

Contact Graeme: 0413 001 009

GSchmarr@harboursidehaven.com.au • www.harboursidehaven.com.au

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Trades & Services Guide INDEX

ANTENNAS

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HUNTER VALLEY

ANTENNA SERVICE • • • • •

Free Quotes • 25 years experience • pensioner discounts • all areas

Lic no. 202694C

TAP & TOILET REPAIRS

NW0085-V2

Lic.344 222c ABN: 68 626 534 272

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Pty Ltd

BRICKLAYERS

AV BROWN BRICKLAYING FREE QUOTES!

• Plans to Council • Gable Carports • Awnings • Screen Enclosures • Glass Rooms • Decks • Deal directly with the Builder/Owner

Lic 236513C

Phone Matt: 4971 6762 0414 941 922

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

No job too big or small!

FREE quotes!

Honest + reliable service!

NW0013

NW0273

BUILDERS D + J MILLER CONSTRUCTIONS

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

Phone Daryl 0400 117 867 OR 4920 7526

• Full bathroom renovation from start to finish • Small renovations, decks and patios Licence No: 167510c

B.L.N.179648C NW0030

FREE QUOTES PLEASE CALL TROY 0414997639 EMAIL TROYSBATHROOMS@HOTMAIL.COM

NW0698

PHONE ADAM 0414 311 720

NW0085-V2

Lic No. 162879c

Retaining Walls • Fences • New Homes

Extensions Renovations Decks Servicing Newcastle and Lake Macquarie

M 0423 523 315 To get your business listed

call 02 4037 4031

Email anruca@bigpond.com

Free Quotes Book your advert on 02 4037 4031

NW0449

Call Kathy on 02 4037 4031

NW0289

tiptoptaps.com.au

TROY’S BATHROOMS AND BUILDING RENOVATIONS

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

0422 622 264

Call Jordan 0420 991 235

ABN 27697651570 Artick:AU46521

ATTENTION TRADIES

nathan@nathanbrownbuilding.com.au

AWNINGS

Servicing Newcastle and Lake Mac region

Call 0409 854 388

Call Nathan today for an obligation free quote

huntervalleyantennaservice.com.au

REFRIGERATION & AIR CONDITIONING

FREE QUOTE

• BATHROOM RENOVATIONS • Commercial or Residential • Renovations & Extensions • Fully Licenced and Insured • Decks and Pergolas • Personal service & reliability

Digital Antenna Installations & Repairs Poor Reception Area Specialist Digital TV Fault Detection External Outlets All Work Guaranteed

Call ALAN WRIGHT 0412 782 202

AIR CONDITIONING SERVICES

Air conditioning: • Supply • Installation • Servicing

NBB Nathan Brown Building

Lic 297378C

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NW0726

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BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

NW0997

Air Conditioning Services . . . .

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

Audio & TV Services . . . . . . . .

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

Bathroom Renovations . . . . . .

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

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

Caravan & Motor Home Repairs Carpenters . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning Services . . . . . . . . .

Computer Repairs . . . . . . . . .

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

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

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

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

Glass Splashbacks . . . . . . . . .

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

Home Maintenance . . . . . . . .

Landscaping & Design . . . . . .

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

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

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

Rubbish Removals . . . . . . . . .

Tiling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tree Services . . . . . . . . . . . .

GET YOUR HOME SUMMER READY

Contact 02 4037 4031 E admin@newcastleweekly.com.au

Contact 02 4037 4031 E admin@newcastleweekly.com.au

CARAVAN & MOTOR HOME REPAIRS

ELECTRICAL

GUTTERING

Darren’S

ELECTRICIAN

CARDIFF GUTTERING SPECIALIST

02 4956 7499

www. darrenscaravanrepairs.com.au

Lic No: MVRL29791

CARPENTERS

0429 696 215 GARDENING

Household Repairs and Maintenance

✓ Lawn mowing ✓ Weed spraying ✓ Pruning ✓ Hedging

Free, no obligation quotes viphomeservices.com.au

We Come To You!

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> Computer Repairs & Upgrades > Computer Tuition > Friendly & Affordable Help NW0303

0421 750 216

Daniel Curran - Senior Technician info@danscomputers.com.au www.danscomputers.com.au

Jeff Baran 0402 902 377

JACKS ALL THINGS GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING • Large garden clean-ups • Green waste taken away • Truck and Dingo available to cart or shift soil, or both • Honest, reliable, old fashioned service • Turf laying • 10% Pensioner Rebate where applicable

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

Sliding Door, Window & Wardrobe Repairs Sliding Door, Window & Wardrobe Repairs

www.justsliders.com.au www.justsliders.com.au

NW0985

No job too big or too small - Service & quality guaranteed - Free Quotes 44 years experience - Servicing Lake Macquarie & Newcastle areas

Jack 0427 807 930

www.dezignaretainingwalls.com

Call Mike 0413 686 757 PAINTING NW0245

PRO-CONCRETING

DOORS

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

GARDENING

CONCRETING

proconcrete@hotmail.com

Dezigna Retaining Walls

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

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Dan’s Mobile Computer Service

0410 312 247

LANDSCAPING & DESIGN

jack_shaz@bigpond.com www.jacksgardeningandmowing.com.au

Painting Services FREE QUOTES

Interior + exterior painting + decorating

CALL Robert 0449 019 166 Nathan 0431 754 132

GLASS SPL ASHBACK SPECIALIST E: integralglass@bigpond.com

Highly Decorated Prompt • Pristine • Professional

GLASS SPLASHBACKS

P: 4956 7477 | www.integralglass.com.au

NW0046

132613

✓ Garden care and more!

LAWN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Computer Problems?

02 4023 7547 02 4023 7547

HOME MAINTENANCE

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

NW0253

COMPUTER REPAIRS

Lic No: 132271C

Call Terry 4954 0309 or 0414 540 309

LAWNS & GARDENS

0412 661 106

NW0062

Mick Dunley

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

NO JOB TOO SMALL!

Handyman Dave

NW0070

PLEASE PHONE PETER BERGHOFER

NW0073-V5

CARPENTRY DECKING

• Repairs or renewal • Leaf & Bird Proofing • Gutter Cleaning • Stormwater drainage Lic L10548

CARAVAN REPAIRS

• Licensed, Experienced and reliable • All types of Electrical work including rewires NW0001

7-11 Walker St, Warners Bay (Behind Elgas) Contact Darren 0418 680 676

Lic No EC38503

Family Business with our 30 Years of Experience in the Caravan / Motor Home Repair Industry – Original Owner

NW0062

Trades & Services Guide

ABN 55757066216 Work up to $5000

To book your space, call Kathy on 02 4037 4031 or email admin@newcastleweekly.com.au 37

Contact 02 4037 4031 E admin@newcastleweekly.com.au

Trades & Services Guide PAINTING

PAINTING

instyle painting

Bel-Air 50 YEAR’S PAINTING THE TOWN

Lic L10548

NW0058

REPAIRS

Lic. R91229

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

---------- Palm Specialist ----------

• Stump service • Free quotes • Pensioner discounts • Fully insured • All tree work & pruning • Arborist • Prompt reliable service

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

39 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE NO JOB TOO SMALL OR LARGE

Lic. No. 73493C

NW0923

Dennis 0412 453 317

The winners in our latest round of competition draws are: Ussita Pendant: Peter Wyatt Dulux: Harold Franks

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• All roof repairs & renewal

• No job too big or small • Quality tradesman

Service guaranteed Ph Shane 4959 6091 Mob 0410 564 044

benny57@bigpond.net.au

All Aspects of Tree Work

ABN 81074132933

Fully Insured Free Quotes

Pensioner Discounts Reliable and Friendly Service

STEWART MOLS – Proprietor NW0054

Domestic – Commercial – Strata Title

Mobile: 0408 681 866 Phone Ian: 4948 6551

ABLE tree services

RIGHT AS RAIN ROOFING Lic no 112440c

NW0085-V2

PAINTING CONTRACTOR

Free Quotes

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

BTS TREE SERVICES

My License is your guarantee of a QUALITY JOB

Trevor Redman

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

E HUNTER

CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED · ABN 72628005612 · Lic No 263543C

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A

TREE SERVICES

Tree Lopping specialists

PH www.aplumbernewcastle.com.au 0449 977 737

ROOF

0414 582 337

LTITUDE

Blocked drains from $59

ROOFING

Over 35 Years Painting Experience

Call Mark Kehoe

NW1400-V8

NW0037

We beat any written quotes!

100% WORKMANSHIP GUARANTEE - 100% CUSTOMER SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

ON CALL 24/7

No Job Too Small Free Measure & Quote

Serving TH

AFFORDABLE PLUMBING

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

Newcastle Weekly competition winners

Quality Workmanship in all aspects of Tiling, Bathrooms, Renovations, Floors, Kitchens, Patios Etc.

NW0063

4954 0309 • 0414 540 309

PAINTER HANDYman

0412 193 489

Presentation Plus

Licence No. 12585DC ABN: 80 359 814 572

NW1153

PLUMBING

Taps and toilet repairs from $59

NW0031

CWM0113

WALL & FLOOR TILER

CARDIFF

Phone Terry Slupik - All areas

0406 473 572

Keith Minton

0418 685 761 • 4958 2756 TILING

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

CALL DAVE

Lic No: 18545C

0413 099 130

NW1321

Big or small, we do it all!

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

0402 923 984 OR 4955 4677

• DEMOLITIONS • YARD CLEARING • EXCAVATIONS

PLUMBING

“we show up” Same day quotes 7 year guarantee

ABN 25167916145

ALL RUBBISH REMOVED

Ken Huff

Gold Lic. No. 436c

RUBBISH REMOVAL

M 0403 221044 E hello@abletreesnewcastle.com.au W abletreesnewcastle.com.au

To book your space, email admin@newcastleweekly.com.au

NW0723

Quality

QUOTES!

instylepainting.com.au

SD & L

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

.com.au

FREE

RUBBISH REMOVALS

My favourite things

MY DOG I enjoy spending time with and walking my dog, Demi. She loves me as much as I love her and, when we’re together, you can never catch us apart.

CHURCH A huge part of my day includes morning mass and an hour of prayer a day. The community has been so supportive of me and I wouldn’t be where I am without them.

Kala Chand

NEWCASTLE POSITIVE PEBBLES OWNER

Kala Chand is the owner of Newcastle Positive Pebbles – a small art project in which the Novocastrian donates rocks painted with positive messages to mental health facilities within the city. After joining forces with a group of psychologists, the 23-year-old developed a range of affirmations designed for mental health clients at a centre for psychology and quickly started working on her positive pebbles. She then began dropping them at different spots around the Hunter Region to bring a smile to people’s faces. Since July 2019, Kala has donated more than 1,000 rocks and pebbles to organisations such as headspace Newcastle, Hunter Primary Care, and Warners Bay Lakeside Hospital. Her work aims to positively shape clients’ lives by reminding them of what they can do and helping them fight self-destructive urges and behaviours.

POSITIVE PEBBLES SUNRISE I love watching and photographing the sunrise over Newcastle Beach at least once a week – it’s such a beautiful sight.

MUSIC I always have music playing in the background while I paint, whether it’s listening to Newcastle’s Hit 106.9 or my favourite artists like Halsey, Tenth Avenue North or Amy Shark.

These are some of the rocks I donate to the mental health facilities. For more pictures, follow me on Instagram via @newcastle_positive_pebbles or search Newcastle Positive Pebbles on Facebook.

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