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From the editor While I was watching ‘You vs. Wild’ – a reality television show featuring Bear Grylls, a former British SAS serviceman and adventurer – my housemate, apparently an expert in survival, was offering countless advice on how he would do things differently.

One episode focused on how to track a dog that had become lost in the elements (in this scenario, it was the Swiss Alps). My housemate, also a would-be tough guy and alpha male, commented: “As if you’d risk your life trying to save a dog”.

I’m sure many of us would disagree. I’ve rarely been as upset as when I found out our family dog, Bonnie, an 11-year-old mixed breed (Staffy-Labrador), had to undergo surgery to remove an aggressive growth.

This growth turned out to be the size of a netball, according to the veterinarians, and weighed 3.1 kilograms.

Fortunately, she’s recovering well and is already back to her mischievous ways. We can learn a lot from animals and, for many people, they are a loyal, friendly companion, which is exactly what’s needed right now.

Our cover star this week is 10-year-old Mollyjane, an official Jeans for Genes Day ambassador. Read all about her incredible journey, and fighting spirit, on page 13.

- Ben Murphy

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Rocky road in fight against retinoblastoma Family shares story in bid to help others

Backlash over motion to rename fountain City of Newcastle votes to investigate the move

Major coup for Cockle Creek precinct Projects expected to create hundreds of jobs

Jets edge past Western United O’Donovan bags winner in exciting encounter

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news Rocky road in fight against retinoblastoma

Rocky Sefo’s mum, Kara, wants the community to know that taking a photo of your child with the flash on can help detect retinoblastoma.

Two-year-old Rocky Sefo is facing a battle most adults could not even imagine.

Since he was just four-months-old, he has been fighting for his life against retinoblastoma – an eye cancer that begins in the retina.

His mum, Kara, had noticed something reflective in his eye but, because he was a happy and healthy baby, assumed it wasn’t anything serious.

“When he was about four-months-old, we noticed that he had a bit of a lazy eye and I remember one night looking over at him while he was having some tummy time [and] he had a reflective spot in his eye a bit like a marble or cat’s eye,” Kara says.

“At six-months-old, we took him to our GP, but he didn’t notice much so he referred us to an ophthalmologist to be safe.

“A month later, we were at the appointment for two hours and they found he had a big mass behind his left eye and that we needed to be at Westmead Children’s Hospital the next day.”

So, in 2018, at just seven-months-old, Rocky was rushed to Sydney, where doctors discovered the cancer.

What followed was the fight of his life, with there being a risk the mass in his eye could lead to a tumour in his brain.

After finishing a round of chemotherapy later

in the year, things were starting to look up for Rocky, but a routine checkup in January 2019 discovered new tumours had grown.

“By the time we got to September he needed chemotherapy directly injected into the eye,” Kara says.

“And, then, this year things got a bit crazy – it had advanced so badly that they needed to remove his eye.

“So, in March they removed his eye, but that wasn’t the end of the battle.”

Rocky started chemotherapy again late last month and he will have to endure six cycles of the treatment over the next six months.

Kara is sharing Rocky’s story in a bid to save other children’s lives.

She wants parents to know that a photo taken using a flash can detect the disease in the eye, as any growth will reflect and appear like a marble.

She adds the cost of his treatment has caused the family to struggle financially.

Search ‘Rocky’s Next Fight’ on GoFundMe if you’d like to donate.

- Elizabeth Symington

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Our ethically approved clinical trials are run by a dedicated team of doctors and nurses. We provide comprehensive medical care throughout the trial at no cost to you.

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Novatrials are seeking volunteers with Alopecia to join a clinical trial of a potential new treatment.

You may be eligible for the trial if you: Are aged between 18 – 65 (inclusive) Have at least 25% or greater hair loss You are able to attend appointments at our Kotara clinic (8 visits over 8 months) Participants receive study medication and study-related care from a dedicated medical team at no cost. Participants also receive travel expenses for attending appointments.

For further information please call 02 4089 3744 or email toni@novatrials.com.au

Novatrials are now seeking volunteers for the following clinical trials:

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Are you suffering from hip or knee pain due to Osteoarthritis?

Novatrials are conducting a clinical trial of a potential new treatment for pain associated with Osteoarthritis of the hip or knee.

You may be eligible if you: Are aged between 35 – 65 years of age.

Have severe pain in your hip or knee caused by osteoarthritis.

Participants receive study medication and study-related care from our dedicated medical team at no cost. The study involves 12 visits to the Kotara clinic over 8-10 weeks. Participants receive $80 each visit for travel expenses.

Call Paula on 02 4089 3745 or email paula@novatrials.com.au This study has been approved by Bellberry Human Research Ethics Committee.

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It is only through the willingness of clinical trial volunteers that we can advance medicine and continue changing lives.

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news Council considers renaming Captain Cook fountain Councillor Allan Robinson has hit out at City of Newcastle’s decision to consider the process of renaming council buildings or features so they are “culturally appropriate,” labelling it “embarrassing”.

City of Newcastle councillors voted last week to investigate the move, while also supporting a motion to seek community consultation about renaming the Captain James Cook Memorial Fountain in Civic Park.

Part of this decision includes the removal of two Captain James Cook memorial plaques attached to the Civic Park Fountain, which state: ‘To commemorate the Bi-Centenary of the Discovery of the East Coast of Australia 1770 – 1970.’

Cr Robinson acknowledged his own Indigenous background before slamming the move.

“I might be the only Indigenous person on the council and, from all the dealings I have with people who are Indigenous or Torres Strait Islander, I can’t believe we are even discussing taking Captain Cook’s name off a plaque, it’s pretty disappointing actually,” he said.

“I truly don’t hear that there’s upheaval over stuff like this.

“It’s embarrassing and very, very disappointing.

“At the end of the day to even have this brought up is not productive.”

Completed in 1966, Margel Hinder’s water sculpture was known simply as the Civic Park Fountain.

It was renamed the Captain James Cook Memorial Fountain in 1970 – a decision by the then council to receive a grant from the Local Government Assistance Fund under the NSW

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While the grant enabled council to do a second stage of works around the fountain, including the handrails on the stairs, it also meant that the fountain would have to serve as the City’s Captain Cook Memorial.

Cr John Mackenzie was in favour of removing the plaques, telling the Newcastle Weekly they were historically inaccurate.

“The idea that Captain Cook discovered the east coast of Australia is clearly false and antiquated

thinking,” he said.

“It also isn’t harmless – that language reflects the fiction of terra nullius that has been used to write Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people out of Australian history for 250 years.

“Removing historically offensive monuments won’t bring about reconciliation but celebrating them and being dishonest about what they mean will stall reconciliation permanently.”

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An artist’s impression of the Costco store in Lake Macquarie.

Major coup for Cockle Creek precinct Two new projects are set to see a Costco store and 500 new dwellings call Lake Macquarie home.

It comes after the NSW Government announced last week that Costco Wholesale Australia and Green Capital Group would be a part of the transformation of the Cockle Creek precinct.

Minister for Water, Property and Housing, Melinda Pavey, said these projects would inject about $300 million into the local economy and create hundreds of jobs.

“The fact that Costco is choosing Cockle Creek as the location for its first regional operation in

NSW is a major coup and that allows for hundreds of new jobs and ongoing economic stimulus,” she said.

“The Green Capital residential development will also deliver much-needed new homes, creating more than 500 new dwellings as part of a multi-staged development, and contributing approximately 400 FTE [full-time equivalent] jobs during construction.”

Lake Macquarie MP Greg Piper welcomed the timing of the announcement.

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“Pending council approvals, we could see Costco opening its doors here by Christmas next year, and I know that will be very big news to a lot of local people, but these developments will also help drive further investment in the local area and bring more jobs, more people and more investment to the area at a time when we really need them.”

Lake Macquarie Mayor Kay Fraser echoed Mr Piper’s thoughts.

“I’m thrilled to see the development application from Costco,” she said.

“Their commitment shows the confidence in our city and demonstrates what we can achieve when we work closely with the private sector to create new investment opportunities.”

Costco Wholesale Australia Country Manager, Patrick Noone, said he was keen to open the doors as soon as possible.

“Costco sees this region as dynamic and fastgrowing and we believe that we can bring great value in relation to a wide range of products and services to the area,” he said.

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news Volunteers unite to target city’s single-use plastics A swarm of volunteers will unite across Lake Macquarie to target single-use plastics this weekend.

Lake Macquarie Sustainable Neighbourhood Alliance Secretary, Stephen Dewar, says the clean-ups will give the community a chance to reconnect and make a difference.

“This clean-up is part of our attempt to help the community and encourage them to [stop using] single-use plastic,” he says.

According to Mr Dewar, evidence is showing that there has been an increase in the use of single-use plastic during the pandemic.

“We’ve been running a campaign about single-use plastics and we thought we should do something about it,” he says.

“Even though some of our public places have been quieter over the

last few months, we’ve noticed that there’s still far too much litter around.”

Mr Dewar encourages the community to pitch in to “make sure this rubbish doesn’t end up in our creeks, lake or ocean, or harming our wildlife”.

He adds that, during the “COVID crisis”, it has been difficult to continue their campaigns because many people and businesses are turning to single-use plastics.

The five planned events across Lake Macquarie are going to look very different to the alliance’s typical clean-up.

The pandemic means organisers have had to cap numbers and put COVID-safe measures in place.

All attendees are required to register before attending the event

A Lake Macquarie City Council staff volunteer at Speers Point Park.

and numbers have been limited to 20 at each site.

Mr Dewar says that, because the events are outdoors, everyone will be able to easily maintain physical distancing and good hygiene.

The alliance hopes the events will also provide the community with a chance to reconnect.

“Sustainable Neighbourhoods is all about connecting community and place,” Mr Dewar says.

“These clean ups will be a fun opportunity to reconnect in a safe

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way while enjoying the outdoors and caring for our local places.”

The clean-up events will go from 10am until 12pm on Sunday 9 August at Charlestown-Whitebridge, Pelican, Rathmines, Speers PointBoolaroo and Toronto.

Visit sustainableneighbourhoods. org.au or search ‘Lake Macquarie Sustainable Neighbourhood Alliance’ at eventbrite.com.au for more information or to register for the event.

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cover story Mollyjane dons denim for worthy cause When Mollyjane* pulls on a pair of jeans tomorrow, it will be an act some doctors thought she would never be able to make.

Affectionately known as ‘MJ’, she is set to don denim alongside her family and St Therese’s Primary School, New Lambton, in a bid to raise money for a cause close to her heart – Jeans for Genes Day – this Friday 7 August.

MJ, a premature birth who was unwell from the beginning, suffered a cardiac arrest at just three days old, was put on life support, and sustained significant brain damage.

“I’ll never forget the feeling of being told that she wasn’t coming home,’’ mum Jessica Rothwell said.

“It’s a feeling that I don’t think any mother should hear.

“So, we had her baptised, expecting her just to slip away.’’

However, after speaking to a

doctor in the United Kingdom, the family was able to receive the answers they needed. MJ was diagnosed with Carnitineacylcarnitine translocase (CACT) – a life-threatening genetic disease that currently has no cure.

“They told us we had maybe six months,’’ Jessica said.

“They told us: ‘Take her home and love her’, in those exact words, but then, once I got home, I knew we had to do more.’’

By the age of five, MJ had experienced five cardiac arrests and had over 400 days in hospital but, when she turned 10, the first thing her mum wanted to do was take her back to hospital.

MJ wasn’t sick – Jessica simply wanted to show the doctors that her daughter had made it to double digits.

Each year, Jeans for Genes Day

supports the Children’s Medical Research Institute and helps find cures for children’s genetic diseases.

“If we could invest in gene therapy now, the next generation won’t ever have to go through this,” Jessica said.

“We hope they can find a cure so MJ can live a long and happy life.

“I just wish every parent living with a child with a genetic disease could go behind the scenes at the Children’s Medical Research Institute, as we have, to see there are people fighting for your children behind the scenes.”

Jessica added the support from the Newcastle community has helped the family through tough times.

“Without the support, we believe Mollyjane wouldn’t be alive,” she said.

Jeans for Genes Day 2020 ambassador Mollyjane* with St Therese’s Primary School Principal Duilio Rufo earlier this year.

MJ is an official Jeans for Genes Day ambassador.

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sport O’Donovan strike hands Jets win in final home game

Newcastle striker Roy O’Donovan shoots during the Jets’ win over Western United at McDonald Jones Stadium on Sunday. Photo: Getty Images

Roy O’Donovan steered the Newcastle Jets to a 1-0 win over Western United in the club’s final home fixture of the season.

The Jets started the match strongly on Sunday

night, and it was the Irish marksman O’Donovan who opened the scoring in the 29th minute with a header off a brilliant cross from Jason Hoffman, securing his 10th goal of the season.

“We’ve been playing great football, our possession game has been brilliant,” O’Donovan said.

“Last week, what we lacked was the final ball that might have given us the chance to get in the final six.

“We got it right today. I nicked a goal and I’m not sure if it’s going to be enough to get us in the finals but we’ll give it a good go next week anyway.”

After providing the opener, Hoffman went agonisingly close to adding his name to the scoresheet in the 48th minute thanks to a pinpoint cross from Johnny Koutroumbis, but his powerful header sailed just over the bar.

It was a proud moment for the Petratos family in the 82nd minute as brothers Kosta and Maki Petratos joined Dimi on the pitch for the first time at senior level and, in the fifth minute of stoppage time, the three almost

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The Jets held on to secure all three points in their final home outing of a prolonged 2019/20 season, and sent the parochial crowd of 2,507 home happy with a well-deserved victory.

“It was a great game, it had a real edge to it,” O’Donovan said.

“I thought Western United was a bit unlucky to be fair, but I just thought we were the better team and I said it’s a shame we didn’t kick a bit sooner this season.”

Jets coach Carl Robinson said he was happy with the team’s performance but admitted they should have netted more goals.

“We scored one and we probably should have scored two or three,” he said.

“When you leave a team hanging around who have got quality … they can hurt you.

“We made it more nervous than we needed to.”

The Jets will now prepare for their final match of the season against Wellington Phoenix at Netstrata Jubilee Stadium on Thursday 13 August.

The clash will kick-off at 7.30pm.

- Emma Murphy

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FRESH HOPE CARE Positioned in the north-west Newcastle suburb of Mayfield, Highfield Court is a warm and welcoming community, surrounded by essential shopping, entertainment and health precincts. Our beautifully appointed villas boast open plan living areas, outdoor courtyards and 24-hour emergency assistance providing affordable and relaxed living in a peaceful environment.

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Live, refreshed and reconnected.

Full of friendship and security, our retirement villages are close-knit communities where you can continue to live your life on your own terms.

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One and two bedroom villas are now available from $280,000*.

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*Price based on our standard option for 1 bedroom Villa. Fresh Hope Care can offer an array of flexible entry points that can be tailored to suit your individual circumstances. Depending on which pricing option you choose, you may have to pay a departure fee when you leave this village.

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BERRY PARK VILLAGE Berry Park Village is the newest over 55s estate in the Hunter.

Construction of Stage 1 homes is nearing completion.

Phone 0472 526 291 to book an inspection.

Our first Teman Big Day Out with three of our villages – Rosedale, The Vines and Ridge Estate. With perfect weather, we headed to the old picture theatre at Avoca for fun, fish and chips and a movie. The boys all agree that the best way to social distance is with Sophia Loren in between!

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at home in nature If you’re after a beautiful, friendly, affordable place to start enjoying your retirement, Rosedale Cooranbong might be for you. Sitting right between the Watagan Mountains and Lake Macquarie, come and enjoy the natural outlook, simple way of life and genuine people in our community.

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ANGLICAN CARE Discover our services, editorials, podcast and careers via our helpful website! If you are looking for local aged care options for seniors, then check it out online. It’s full of information on all of our services, including home care, residential care homes, respite and retirement living. Plus, we have a new podcast ‘Let’s Talk Seniors’ and a library of senior’s editorials. Take a look today at www.anglicancare.com.au.

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There’s a role for you at Anglican Care As the number of Australians requiring aged care grows, so too does the need for passionate and skilled employees.

Step up and future proof your career whilst doing something truly meaningful in a values based organisation.

We currently have positions available for hospitality staff, care workers and nurses in our residential aged care homes, as well as home care employees.

If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference, make the move to Anglican Care. Go to the careers page on our website, updated daily, to discover your future career.

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It’s warm and sunny at Central Village. When the winter chills set in, the benefits of a solar passive design become obvious. Living in an older home generally means you are putting up with high heating bills due to poor insulation and drafts. There is a better way at Central Village in Mayfield.

All the homes at Central Village Mayfield feature large north-facing windows, allowing the sun to warm you. Our homes are fully insulated and also feature reverse cycle air conditioners, ceiling fans and natural gas. In addition to being warm and cosy, your new home has smeg appliances, stone bench tops, a sunny deck, high ceilings and great neighbours. Find out what upsizing your lifestyle really means. Call Peter on 0419 449 649.

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BRUTON DENTAL Bruton Dental Practice is ensuring our patients and staff stay safe. We are asking our patients to please wear face coverings/masks when you attend the practice for your appointments. Call 0429 811 534.

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Are you looking for the right service provider?

We are an approved HOME CARE PACKAGE service provider. Our staff can assist you with tasks ranging from housework through to high level nursing. Our carers provide personalised care to help you continue living at home and staying independent.

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Do you need In-Home care to stay at home? We can help.

At Morpeth Gardens, it is our vision to develop and construct an ecofriendly, serene and secure lifestyle village with the latest modern facilities to suit your personal needs. Situated in this beautiful historic region of the Lower Hunter, Morpeth Gardens is located close to all the latest facilities, including doctors, hospitals, golf course, lawn bowls and shopping centres just to name a few.

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Morpeth Gardens offers secure, resort-style living in a community atmosphere. With seven new homes ready to occupy or custom design your own home, from the block of land to the finishing interior touches, we ensure your new home will meet all your personal needs.

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ACORN STAIRLIFTS Acorn Stairlifts has been giving people who struggle with stairs freedom and independence, nationally and internationally, for more than 25 years.

The stairlifts are ideal for people with a disability, people who have suffered strokes or seniors with decreased mobility.

With a stairlift, whoever has an issue is not restricted to one level of their home and can, most importantly, get up and down their stairs safely.

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SUBEE NEWLAKE Having choices and a personalised plan matters. Finding reliable, trained staff who are available 24/7 matters. Choose Newlake - a Home Care Package provider you can trust.

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FRONDITHA CARE When it’s time to get help with living, we live better together. Fronditha Care’s 66-bed Mayfield aged care community hub has a limited number of well-appointed private, ensuite, rooms available now with many optional extras included as standard.

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Live with the joy of community When it’s time to get help with living, we live better together.

At Fronditha Care, we believe that care for our elders is both our duty and our privilege.

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Hug your mug

taste

With the cold mornings and nights set to stick around for a little while longer, we’ve put together some hot drinks that will warm you from the inside out.

Irish cream hot chocolate Serves 1 2 tsp hot chocolate powder 100ml milk 50ml Cassidy Irish cream liqueur (available at Liquorland, First Choice Liquor and Vintage Cellars)

Combine hot chocolate powder and milk, then heat.

Once warm, pour into a mug and add Cassidy Irish cream.

JOIN OUR CREW AT McDONALD’S Rainbow lattes

Green latte

Serves 1

1 tsp matcha tea powder

Recipes and image courtesy of Maxwell & Williams (maxwellandwilliams.com.au)

1 cup almond milk, or other milk of choice

Blue latte

Yellow latte

1 tsp butterfly pea flower powder

1/4 tsp turmeric powder

1 cup almond milk, or other milk of choice

1/4 tsp ground ginger

Dash of maple syrup (optional)

Dash of maple syrup (optional)

1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 1 cup almond milk, or other milk of choice

Pink latte

Dash of black pepper to taste

1/4 cup fresh beetroot juice

Dash of maple syrup (optional)

3/4 cup almond milk, or other milk of choice Dash of maple syrup (optional)

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To make your chosen latte, heat your milk on the stove until it’s just below boiling, and remove from the heat.

Add the latte ingredients, whisk, and then pour into your favourite mug to enjoy.

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Students Oscar Gronhaug, Chloe Hughes and Nashi Reese. Photo: Peter Stoop

Filmmakers bid to make the cut You can’t hum if you hold your nose.

It might sound like “hocus pocus” but a group of Tighes Hill Public School students are hoping these words of wisdom make their film ‘Ghoul School’ the best in NSW. The budding filmmakers have

had their five-minute work chosen as a finalist in this year’s annual ‘Film By…Invitation’ film festival.

They are one of just 18 NSW schools in the running to win the Bryan’s Pick Award, named after popular

Australian actor Bryan Brown.

Production crew member and the film’s lead actor, Oscar Gronhaug, says the Halloween-themed production is “all just a joke”.

“We wanted people to just have a laugh and learn something new,” he said.

“The film is for kids, but maybe eight to 12-year-olds because they understand irony.

“Everyone [in the film] is doing these amazing magic tricks, it’s incredible, but the most amazing thing turns out to be so silly.

“It’s ironic.”

Tighes Hill Public School teacher Kerrie Armstrong said the students’ work was impressive.

“The brief was it had to contain a bunch of hocus-pocus and it had to feature a pumpkin,” she said.

“I think they’ve produced something really clever.”

‘Ghoul School’ screened this week as part of NSW Education Week celebrations.

The line-up for the festival has

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been drawn from 15 film festivals involving more than 300 schools from west to Broken Hill, north to the Tweed and south to Merimbula.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the festival, which debuted in 2019, will be held as a live stream event.

Film By … is an initiative of NSW Education’s Arts Unit and is aimed at developing students’ and teachers’ filmmaking skills and encouraging them to share their stories.

Award-winning Australian actor and Film By patron Bryan Brown said it was wonderful to see so many students making films.

“It gives us a chance to know what’s important to you,” he said.

“Film breaks down all the barriers and gives us a chance to understand we’re not very different from each other and if we’re not very different we can get to like each other a lot.”

Films screened at midday on Wednesday, with the winners to be announced this Friday 7 August.

- Rebecca Riddle

time out

Read Between the Wines’ Rachelle Good-Neilsen and local author Todd Alexander at Block Eight in Belford. Photos: Peter Stoop

A toast to ‘Read Between the Wines’ book club A bad breakup and isolation wasn’t the best combination for Rachelle Good-Neilsen.

She found solace in reading a good book, and that’s when she realised she was on to something.

“I needed a distraction and I thought: ‘With isolation and everything, I’m sure there’s people out there looking to socialise with other people with similar interests,’” she said.

Rachelle took to community pages on Facebook to see if there was interest in starting a book club and was lucky enough to get some bites.

The popularity of the club, now known as ‘Read Between the Wines,’ is proving a godsend for local authors and vignerons, who are being given the chance to feature each month.

One of the authors is Todd Alexander, whose work Thirty thousand bottles of wine and a pig called Helga! was the book of choice in July.

The book details Todd’s move from the corporate world to the

country after a life-changing holiday to the Barossa Valley.

“We stayed in a real dive in the Barossa and it was really expensive and we thought we could do a better job than that, so we thought: ‘Let’s do accommodation,’” Todd said.

Todd and his partner then looked for properties for three years before they came across Block Eight in Belford in the Hunter Valley.

“We found this property which is 100 acres, has more than 12,000 grape vines and 1,000 olive trees and we thought: ‘We won’t worry about the crops, we will bulldoze those and open our accommodation and that’s what we will focus on.’

“Then the night we moved in, we tried a bottle of wine that Brokenwood had made from our grapes and it just blew our minds, and I distinctly remember I looked at my partner and I started shaking my head because I knew what was happening and he went: ‘Well, farming, how hard could that be?’

“So, we have been working our fingers to the bone for the past

seven years and we love it.”

The dedication to crops then expanded to goats, sheep and a few pigs, who became unlikely family members.

“I wanted to slaughter pigs and do my own small goods and show people you use the whole beast and not just the choice cuts,” Todd said.

“So, I went off and got two pigs who both happened to be male and I named them on the way home and fell madly in love with them and there wasn’t a chance in hell I was going to be slaughtering those pigs.”

Enter Helga – the pig who thinks she’s a dog.

“She’s the most engaging farm animal you can ever imagine,” he said.

“She would fall asleep on my chest, she would sit like a dog, fetch like a dog, and she kind of became the focus of the book.”

You can read all about Helga’s adventures by joining the ‘Read Between the Wines’ book club on Facebook.

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Art Classes

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Not just your average Art Class.. All of our workshops include a sumptuous tea service, delectable treats & a lunch or dinner menu complete check with glass of bubbles! website • Resin Homewares Workshops • Alcohol Inks Workshops • Acrylic Pouring Workshops • Resin Jewellry Workshops • Resin Art Workshops • and more….

for dates

Artalicious Studios Director Effie Barr. Photo: Peter Stoop

Creativity thrives in art space www.artalicious.com.au enquiries@artalicious.com.au 0423 933 310 21/8 Murray Dwyer Circuit, Mayfield West 2304

Novocastrians have thrown their support behind a thriving art space.

Artalicious Studios Director Effie Barr says it’s great to see her hard work paying off, with some classes sold out.

“I really couldn’t have done it without the support from the Novocastrians and local community,” she says.

“Art is not just about having a talent, it’s about all over general

wellbeing and mindfulness.

“Newcastle has really embraced us, and it’s been a real privilege to provide clients with some time for themselves.

“We have established ourselves as a boutique studio that caters to all skill levels.

“We really pride ourselves on being accessible to everyone, it’s a real privilege and we hope that we can do it for many years to come.”

The purpose-built space in Mayfield West features custom-made items, creative art workshops, and a high tea service provided by a professional chef.

The studio’s fun and educational workshops include the likes of Resin Wall Art, Resin Homewares, Resin Jewellery and Acrylic Pouring.

Bookings for any workshop are essential as places are limited.

Artalicious Studios is located at 21/8 Murray Dwyer Circuit, Mayfield West.

Call 0423 933 310 or visit artalicious.com.au for more information.

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Where to buy a fabric face mask in the Hunter Are you struggling to find a face mask? These Hunter-based retailers stocking or making reusable fabric masks may be able to help.

Please note: due to the increased interest in purchasing face masks, they may only have a limited supply of masks. Check for availability on their websites or social media pages (where available).

Twitch and Stitch

Fashion Fish

Twitch and Stitch are selling handmade fabric face masks for $15 each or two for $25. The masks are washable and reusable with a number of different colours and patterns to choose from including popular Harry Potter and Star Wars prints. To place an order, contact the team on Facebook; just search Twitch and Stitch and send them a message. Free local delivery to Warners Bay, Belmont, Swansea and surrounding areas with postage available for other areas.

Warners Bay retailer Fashion Fish is now making reusable double layer face masks. The outer layer of the machine washable mask is chlorine proof. Masks are $15 each and come in a variety of sizes, colours and patterns. Masks can be purchased online or in store. Go to fashionfish.com.au.

Sido Tailor Sido Tailor is currently stocking reusable handmade facemasks in an array of sizes. Visit its store at Jesmond Central to purchase. Cost is $5 each.

Shelbys Accessories Shelbys Accessories is now making reusable face masks. The cloth masks cost $10 each or can be purchased in bulk packs.

For more information, or to make an order, visit shelbysaccessories.com.au.

Rundle Tailoring The team at Rundle Tailoring has been busy sewing reusable face masks. The masks are available in adult or children’s sizes in three layers. The $20 mask is reversible, you can choose to wear either side

as the front layer. It has a wire nose bar to ensure it fits snug to your face and has been designed with fabric ties as these allow for adjustment to your face without being uncomfortable on your ears.

Orders can be made online at rundletailoring.com.au.

Bonds Aussie retail giant Bonds is now selling reusable cloth face masks.

The double layer masks can be washed up to 20 times. Masks can be purchased online or in store.

Creative Village Newcastle Creative Village Newcastle, based at Charlestown Square, also sell reusable cloth face masks. They are all $20 each and triple layered.

Some have wires in them, some have ear elastic, others have elastic over the back of the head.

- Elizabeth Symington

Some tips for wearing a mask: • When putting on a mask, you must wash or sanitise your hands before putting it on.

• Make sure it covers your nose and mouth and fits snugly under your chin, over the bridge of your nose and against the sides of your face.

• Do not touch it while it’s on and do not let it hang around your neck or under your nose.

• When taking off a face mask, wash and sanitise your hands and handle the mask by the ear loops or ties.

• Fold the outside corners together and, if reusable, store in a separate bag until you can take it home and wash it.

• After taking the mask off, you should wash or sanitise your hands again.

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Beautiful bedheads

Elen shell bedhead from $699 zanui. com.au

For a finishing touch, or even a starting point, to your bedroom makeover, why not turn your attention to your bedhead? Bedheads bring a sense of proportion, create ambiance and can make or break your bedroom’s style.

Not sure where to start when it comes to selecting a bedhead? Heatherly Design share their top three tips to help you find the perfect piece for your bedroom.

Kennedy tufted bedhead $1,950 globewest.com.au

1. Size it right For larger bedroom spaces, there’s scope to scale up and out. For example, in period homes with very high ceilings, a grand empire or fairytale style may look at home. Or for oversized, contemporary bedrooms, extra-wide bedheads that span the wall and flank the bedside tables channel the vibe of a luxe hotel. Conversely, smaller spaces need something simple. Consider a square design with a rounded, flanged edge in an organic, soft toned linen for a masterclass in understatement.

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3. Finish with flourish With custom upholstered bedheads, the delight is in the detail with the choice of an array of trims, finishes and flourishes to complete the look and make a unique design statement.

Consider studs, panels, contrast piping, borders, saddle stitching, chesterfield buttons or perhaps the popular and on-trend wingback style for a sophisticated, upscale look.

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This can be subjective, but it is worth taking the time to think about the mood you want the bedroom to project. Is it light and fresh or warm with plenty of textures? Your climate may play a big role in your decision. Lighter fabrics and tones in warmer environments will help you wind down after a hot day. A velvet bedhead in North Queensland may seem strange, however, in the middle of winter in NSW, it’s your best friend!

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in the garden

Rise in demand for native plants Modern garden designs tend to focus on garden walls, cactus and succulent designs but, at this time of year, the requests for native plants become more prevalent as many are in flower at this time.

Wattles are still blooming, and Geraldton Wax is close to flowering.

My favourite natives are grevilleas, which have many advantages: they grow quickly, attract birds and their blooms are ideal as a cutting flower.

The larger flowers are borne on Honey Gem, Misty Pink, Moonlight and Sandra Gordon, which can be cut with long stems that are ideal for tall vases. Tall growing eucalypts are rarely sought within suburban areas as their popularity has waned after hot summers and bushfires, although the smaller grafted flowering varieties are being planted.

The only deterrent is the cost.

Not a graft, Eucalyptus gunni is a small blue-leafed variety which is great for floral arrangements. The most popular native for today’s gardens is the Lily Pilly, which can be grown into a small tree, a hedge or even a topiary plant.

They can be prone to pysillid attack and, now,

the little Calypso Beetle that cuts a serrated edge around the leaf, tricking gardeners as it looks a little like a ladybird.

These couple of problems shouldn’t be a deterrent as they grow quickly and can be controlled. I love Syzygium Cascade. Popular because it doesn’t grow too tall, it bears beautiful pink pom pom-like flowers and pink edible berries.

Growing in abundance in the bush is the Gymea Lily (Doryanthus excelsa). This popular native is a wonderful centrepiece with its tall erect red lily.

If you want splashes of colourful red in the garden, it is hard to go past the NSW Christmas Bush (Ceratopetalum gummiferum), not to be confused with New Zealand Christmas Bush, which, in comparison, is easy to grow.

Unfortunately, our NSW Christmas Bush can be a little difficult to grow. They like sandy soil, which is well drained with an occasional application of blood and bone. For some unknown reason, it sometimes takes the third planting to succeed. A small native tree to this area is

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the Cupania or Tuckeroo – it is ideal for coastal planting, with glossy green foliage, flowers and bright yellow seed that the birds find extremely attractive.

THIS WEEK • Deciduous and evergreens that have been planted in the wrong place can be transplanted now (never natives).

• Mulch with peat moss the surface roots of camellias and fertilize with cow manure.

• Fertilise hippeastrums ready for spring with a slow releaseTAMWORTH fertiliser and a weekly Dining drink with Flourish7toPiece promote flowering.

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Valentine 2/36 Robertson Road

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The perfect downsizer with easy care first floor living. With its verdant green views and neutral colour scheme, this freestanding home makes an excellent downsizing, investment or first-home option for those who love the Valentine lifestyle. Its clever design is set over two levels and includes three bedrooms plus study, two bathrooms and an open plan living space adjoining a classy Caesarstone kitchen and private garden courtyard. A top-floor balcony with elevated vistas, air-conditioning and a double

garage add the finishing touches to this relaxed and modern offering. The property is set on a low maintenance parcel only 1.8km from the village heart of Valentine. Additional features include: generously sized living/dining area with seamless outdoor connection; tiered rear courtyard with covered patio; stylish gas equipped kitchen with breakfast bar; double sized bedrooms including the ground floor master with walk-in robe, ensuite and private courtyard.

Broadmeadow 37 Graham Road

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This well positioned home with two large bedrooms sits on a 266 square metre block. It is located close to Broadmeadow Station, schools and shops in an area that is sure to see excellent capital growth as the Broadmeadow leisure precinct grows. The property features a spacious kitchen, an open plan living area, updated bathroom with internal laundry, outdoor entertaining area and private backyard.

Auction Saturday 22 August, 1pm on-site View Saturday, 12:30pm to 1pm Agent Michael Hughes Mob 0425 266 301 LJ Hooker Hamilton Ph (02) 4961 5181

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Price $675,000 - $699,000 View Saturday, 12pm to 12.30pm Agent Dan Irwin Mob 0422 133 066 Agent Brad Randall Mob 0439 616 851 Altitude Ph 4903 8228

Nelson Bay 11 Irambang Street

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It is easy to fall in love with a home like this.

Only a few minutes easy stroll to either Bagnalls or Dutchies Beach sits this stunning, completely renovated, north-facing home, with breathtaking views across the bay.

Inspired by the outlook, the sleek coastal style is complimented by polished timber floors and classic white plantation shutters throughout. This stellar home boasts five generous bedrooms with built-in robes and three beautifully appointed bathrooms.

Auction Saturday 29 August, 2:30pm View By Appointment Agent Jason Brennan Mob 0419 691 377 Agent Sally Edwards Mob 0411 129 278 LJ Hooker Nelson Bay Ph (02) 4984 2400

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Macquarie Hills, 27 Alhambra Avenue Family Entertainer with Plenty of Personality 3 BED | 2 BATH | 1 GARAGE

Bursting with personality with a desire to keep everybody entertained and accommodated, this bright architecturally designed family home combines abundant opportunities for socialising with space to retreat in peace.

- Family entertainer boasting three alfresco decks and plunge pool - Three bedrooms upstairs, full rumpus with 2 nd bathroom downstairs - Lovely lounge room with combustion ďŹ re and s/s air conditioning - Renovated kitchen with views to deck, s/s appliances and step-in pantry - 10-minutes to Warners Bay + cafes, only 20 minutes to Newcastle CBD

Alison Bratby M 0411 295 991 P 4903 8228 For Sale $550,000 - $600,000 View Saturday 8th August 11:00am - 11:30am

NW3239-V2

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Troy Reeves M 0409 849 278 P 4903 8228

Macquarie Hills, 41 Newbold Road Family Focused Home in Leafy Pocket 3 BED | 1 BATH | 2 GARAGE

With a welcoming feel and a fresh family focus, this sun-soaked home with leafy views from every window is set in the long-established suburb of Macquarie Hills.

- Welcoming and refreshed family home in established leafy suburb - Renovated kitchen, separate living area, study nook, smart bathroom - Near-level backyard, outdoor deck with leafy green views - Warm timber oors, s/s air conditioning, modern colour schemes - 10-minutes to Warners Bay’s foreshore, 5-minutes to Cardiff

Alison Bratby M 0411 295 991 P 4903 8228 For Sale $550,000 - $600,000 View Saturday 8th August 10:00am - 10:30am

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Troy Reeves M 0409 849 278 P 4903 8228

Macquarie Hills, 55 Delaware Drive Style and Seclusion in Sought-after Suburb 3 BED | 1 BATH | 1 GARAGE

Designed for a private and stylish family lifestyle, this perfectly presented residence, completely flanked on two sides by expansive quality decking offers relaxed comfort in sought after Macquarie Hills.

- Designed for privacy and style, flanked on two sides by glorious decks - Melding indoor and outdoor living, perfect for year-round entertaining - Great family-friendly floor-plan with three bedrooms quietly tucked away - Spacious lounge, fabulous glossy kitchen, cosy dining leading to alfresco - Minutes to Warners Bay’s foreshore and Cardiff’s buzzing CBD

Alison Bratby M 0411 295 991 P 4903 8228 For Sale $525,000 - $575,000 View Saturday 8th August 12:00pm - 12:30pm

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Troy Reeves M 0409 849 278 P 4903 8228

Kotara, 121 Marshall Street Nature and Peace Meet Ultra Convenience 3 BED | 1 BATH | 1 GARAGE

Tucked away on a rare extensive block that backs onto a delightful reserve-like scene, this three-bedroom home is ready to welcome you.

- Super-central location, 3-mins to WestďŹ eld Kotara and close to the Bypass - Rare expansive block, amazingly peaceful, room to add or extend STCA - Three bedrooms, study, smart kitchen, connected dining

Troy Reeves M 0409 849 278 P 4903 8228 For Sale $550,000 - $600,000 View Saturday 8th August 1:00pm - 1:30pm

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Alison Bratby M 0411 295 991 P 4903 8228

North Lambton, 9 First Avenue Prepare to Maximise Your Investment 3 BED | 1 BATH | 1 GARAGE

Embodying the kind of remarkable potential that gets the creative juices owing and sets the imagination on ďŹ re, this totally original three bedroom home sits in a suburb that is rapidly catching up in popularity with its New Lambton cousin.

- Ready to live in comfortably now while you plan the future - Traditional three-bedroom residence with original features - Enormous potential to renovate or lease now to students - Great location, 4 minutes to Lambton Shops, Pool and Park

Alison Bratby M 0411 295 991 P 4903 8228 For Sale $400,000 - $440,000 View Saturday 8th August 2:00pm - 2:30pm

NW3239-V2

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Troy Reeves M 0409 849 278 P 4903 8228

Maryville, 7 Lott Street Cute Cottage Appeal with an Inner-City Lifestyle Address 3 BED | 1 BATH | 0 GARAGE

Discover an inner-city sanctuary hidden behind the traditional facade of this single level home. Refurbished to maximise natural light and space, this personality-rich home is perfect for the professional couple, downsizer or young family offering superb lock-up-and-leave convenience as well as easy access to the city and harbour attractions.

- Surprisingly spacious home on a secure garden block in hip Maryville - Three double bedrooms, two living rooms, dining area and sunroom - One living zone boasts a combustion ďŹ re and direct alfresco access

Debbie Cheers M 0416 192 356 P 4903 8228 For Sale $640,000 - $670,000 View Saturday 8th August 11:00am - 11:30am

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11 Irambang Street Nelson Bay

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Stunning Elevated Beach House

It is easy to fall in love with a home like this. Only a few minutes easy stroll to either Bagnalls or Dutchies Beach sits this stunning, completely renovated, North facing home, with breathtaking views across the bay.

Inspired by the outlook, the sleek coastal style is complimented by polished timber floors and classic white plantation shutters throughout. This stellar home boasts five generous bedrooms with built-in robes and three beautifully appointed bathrooms.

The kitchen is one for the entertainer with quality appliances and stone benches adjoining the spacious open plan living area that leads seamlessly to a spectacular deck where you can literally enjoy breakfast whilst watching the dolphins.

There is a second living area downstairs, a private easy care garden with irrigation and a double lock up garage.

The quality fixtures and finishes throughout, combined with the proximity to the waterfront makes this the ultimate upmarket residence or home away from home.

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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Auction Saturday 29 Aug - 2:30 PM View

By Appointment ljhooker.com.au/WEWF6R Agent Jason Brennan 0419 691 377 Sally Edwards 0411 129 278 nelsonbay.ljhooker.com.au LJ Hooker Nelson Bay 02 4984 2400

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in the stars ARIES 21 MAR – 20 APR

CANCER 22 JUNE – 22 JULY

LIBRA 24 SEPT – 23 OCT

CAPRICORN 22 DEC – 20 JAN

You will be expressing yourself this month by showing off your individuality and what makes you unique. When it comes to friendships this week, be prepared for a sudden change of plans involving friends and associates.

Someone, through no fault of their own, might suddenly let you down.

This week, the planets are indicating that a monetary matter with someone else will need discussing and sorting out. It would also be a good idea to look at your bank statements just to see where all your hard-earned money is going so you know where you stand.

It appears that increasing tensions between you and your loved ones are reaching a point where you must deal with the situation. It also seems that it’s up to you to sort out any misunderstandings. A domestic repair or purchase will add to your home comforts or assets.

An unusual experience this month could prove to be enlightening. It will take a thoughtful initiative to cultivate new connections, but insightful communication will guide you through. This week, the planets warn you to be careful with your finances as unexpected outlays are likely.

LEO 23 JULY – 23 AUG

SCORPIO 24 OCT – 22 NOV

TAURUS 21 APR – 21 MAY

AQUARIUS 21 JAN – 19 FEB

The moon in Aquarius, your opposite number, creates tension in your personal relationships and you’ll have to take on board others’ wants, needs and requests. If you insist on having everything your own way, you risk losing the love and respect of those closest to you.

This week, the planets warn you to be careful of issues on the domestic front. What someone says and what they feel may be contradictory.

Their ambiguity is making you more determined to find the answer, but be careful of getting

Positive action with a drawn-out matter will be exhilarating. You may still have a way to go but you’ll be on track to success. The planets could create a stress indicator in relationships this week and you will need to much more considerate than is usually the case.

things out of proportion.

VIRGO 24 AUG – 23 SEPT

PISCES 20 FEB – 20 MAR

SAGITTARIUS 23 NOV – 21 DEC

This week, if you have something to say to certain people at work, stop waiting for the right time and right place, moment, or mood, as that ideal time may never arrive. You’ll only find yourself wishing you’d taken the opportunity to speak up when you could.

The focus in your chart this month is on matters related to children, creativity, social life and meeting new people. However, it looks like tense discussions are on the way this week as it appears that someone is not being totally honest with you – and you hate that!

Encouraging developments with a secret hope or desire will lift your spirits; keen follow-through from you could prove the tipping point.

This week the planets indicate you will find yourself wanting security and protection, so you will be avoiding tricky people and those who make you feel uncomfortable.

You may soon make plans to travel or connect with siblings in order to smooth over any rough spots in your relationships. This week, the planets warn you to be careful of how you deal with those in places of authority as trouble could unexpectedly land in your lap.

GEMINI 22 MAY – 21 JUNE Your relationships with loved ones have turned you every which way but loose in the last five months. This week, the planets warn you to be careful of what you say as someone is likely to take offence, especially if it could be interpreted as racist or sexist.

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BUILDERS RESIDENTIAL EXTENSIONS MAINTENANCE & REPAIRS DECKS & FENCING

CALL BRAD 0418 762 068 Book your advert on 02 4037 4031

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

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

Bathroom Renovations . .

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

Carpenters . . . . . . . . . .

Computer Repairs . . . . .

Concreting . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

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

Gardening . . . . . . . . . .

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

Gyprocking . . . . . . . . .

Home Maintenance . . . .

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

Landscaping & Design . .

Lawnmowing . . . . . . . .

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

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

Removalists . . . . . . . . .

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

Rubbish Removals . . . . .

Sewing Machine Repairs .

Shade Sails. . . . . . . . . .

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

Tree Services . . . . . . . .

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CARDIFF GUTTERING SPECIALIST

Household Repairs and Maintenance

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Call Bill 0401 624 029

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Lic No: 132271C

Call Terry 4954 0309 or 0414 540 309

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Dan’s Mobile Computer Service

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Handyman Dave

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AFFORDABLE PLUMBING

PAINTER HANDYman

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

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• TAP & TOILET REPAIRS • HOT WATER REPAIRS

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PAINTING

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Big or small, we do it all!

PAINTING CONTRACTOR

4954 0309 • 0414 540 309

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Hot Water Systems | Gas and Electric

Call Alan

0421 321 458 0416 152 422

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RIGHT AS RAIN ROOFING Lic no 112440c

Cherry Plumbing

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

0413 099 130

www.movewithben.com.au

Lic L10548

Phone Terry Slupik - All areas

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Gold Lic. No. 436c

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

PLUMBING

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NW0341

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Plumber • Drainer • Gasfitter Water saver specialists • Taps • Toilets

Prompt • Pristine • Professional

CALL Robert 0449 019 166 Nathan 0431 754 132

LAWN MOWING

CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED · ABN 72628005612 · Lic No 263543C

Dave Knights Plumbing Services

Painting Services

Interior + exterior painting + decorating

LAWN MOWING

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NW0132

NW0046

Call Mike 0413 686 757

Keith Minton

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NW0058

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