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From the editor It’s that time of year again when blokes are popping up all over the place with freshly-grown moustaches – some are impressive, others terrible. I am one of those unfortunate souls who can spend months struggling to grow a furry, luscious moustache.

Regardless of whether it’s thick or patchy, growing facial hair on your upper lip is a great way to promote men’s health. Movember Australia launched its 17th campaign on Sunday, with men and women challenged to either sign up as a Mo Bro and grow a moustache (a “mo”) or show support as a Mo Sista. You would be hard pressed to find someone who hasn’t been affected in some way by the global pandemic, and many males have felt the impact of a severe reduction in their usual social support networks, such as going out for a beer, watching or playing sport, or heading to the gym.

Flick to page 40 to find out how you can help the current campaign.

This week’s cover stars – Mikayla Atkins, Helena Richardson, and Tiffany Boddey – are spreading the word about a connection with nature, particularly the ocean, that is empowering for women of all ages. Women Soulful Surf has gone from strength-to-strength since its launch in August. You’ll find that story on page 15.

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Rising up for crucial rescue service Rise For Rescue challenge raises much-needed funds

Brandy Hill expansion “heartbreaking” Fears for koalas after project’s controversial approval

Girls on Fire hoses down stereotypes Female fi refighters encourage others to forge career

Brisbane flights arrive in Newcastle Airport excited as Queensland border reopens

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news Rising up for crucial rescue service After a devastating accident in 2017, Newcastle’s Aimee Fisher took an emergency flight with the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service.

Aimee had a fall at gymnastics in Thornton and needed to be transferred to Sydney’s Royal North Shore Hospital.

The fall left her paralysed from the hips down.

Three years on, the para-athlete is now giving back to the service that gave her so much.

As an ambassador for Westpac’s Rise For Rescue, Aimee encourages everyone to show support during the month-long challenge.

Rise For Rescue calls on the community to raise funds and awareness while participating in a minimum of 30 minutes of activity each day at sunrise (or when they rise up).

Through her team, Aimee is hoping to raise enough funds to match what it would have cost to fly her to Sydney.

“They played such a significant role in helping to get the best possible outcome for me,” she says.

“I want to see them continue to be able to help people, you never hope that anyone needs them,

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Unsure of what the exact figure would be, she knows that every donation counts.

“Every dollar that people give is going to the same place to do incredible things,” she says.

“That’s the most important bit – trying to raise money to allow them to continue what they do.”

Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service Chief Executive, Richard Jones OAM, believed the Rise For Rescue challenge, which launched on Sunday, could provide a positive impact for everyone involved.

“Our service is changing lives in our community every day and we are asking participants to change their own lives each day in November by taking on the Rise For Rescue challenge,” he said.

“Just as our service is here for everyone, this event is for everyone of any age, every ability, anywhere – run, walk, ride a bike, horse or tractor, swim, surf or paddle, flow through yoga, Pilates or meditation, skate or scoot, we’d like to see all these and more across November.”

Para-athlete and Rise For Rescue Ambassador Aimee Fisher in front of a Westpac Rescue Helicopter.

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Environmental activitist Chantal Parslow Redman and her son, Torin, at the family’s property in Brandy Hill last year. Photo: Peter Stoop

Environmental activist Chantal Parslow Redman believes “rocks won over koalas” after last week’s controversial approval of the Brandy Hill Quarry Expansion project.

Minister for the Environment Sussan Ley announced the approval last Tuesday afternoon.

Despite attaching new conditions to the project, her decision was still a massive blow to local group Save

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Port Stephens Koalas, which had campaigned strongly against it and attracted support from celebrities such as Olivia Newton-John, Celeste Barber, and Magda Szubanski.

Ms Redman, the group’s cofounder, described Minister Ley’s decision as “heartbreaking”.

“It’s not at all what I expected, so we’re going to regroup and try to do whatever we can, given there

has been so much interest in our campaign,” she said.

Ms Redman added that she was concerned by a statement Minister Ley made when justifying her decision.

“The information they picked was wrong,” she said.

“The habitat was not burnt but that is a big reason why it should be protected. We don’t have the luxury of time to protect these koalas, it’s not a win, it’s an absolute loss.

“I’m just really concerned because we have had 300 sightings of koalas within 10 kilometres of the quarry – this habitat is important for the koala population.”

Minister Ley stated that the expansion, to be staged over the next 25 years, will not “rob the area of critical koala habitat”.

“I recognise that the proposal has been subject to a high-profile public

campaign that has tapped into the genuine concerns we all share about koalas and bushfire impacted areas,” she said.

“In respecting that concern, I have delayed this decision to ensure a thorough review of all previous reports and ensured the department commissioned and funded its own independent report.”

The report, commissioned by the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment, determined that as few as one or two koalas were present in the area and that construction could be managed without impacting the small pockets on the south western edge of the wider site.

“At the end of the day, rocks won over koalas,” Ms Redman said.

“It’s devastating. If this campaign couldn’t win, what could?”

- Elizabeth Symington

Female firefighting program hoses down stereotypes They can handle the heat just as much as their male counterparts, and a program coming to Newcastle is giving girls the tools to pursue a career in firefighting.

It all started when Bronnie Mackintosh was handed a Churchill Fellowship research grant to recruit more women into NSW Fire and Rescue. She travelled to the USA and Canada, where she was introduced to camps that have been successful in increasing female numbers in the emergency services.

“Overseas everyone had the same struggle – girls not conditioned to think it’s a job for them and turning away from male-dominated sectors like mining and STEM areas,” Ms Mackintosh said.

“There was a push to see this as a viable option for girls and to break

down barriers of stereotypes.”

Once she returned home, Ms Mackintosh was instrumental in uniting Fire and Rescue NSW, NSW Rural Fire Service, the State Emergency Service, Airservices Australia, and NSW Parks and Wildlife to create ‘Girls on Fire.’

The program teaches young women firefighting and emergency service skills, increasing their confidence and resilience and introducing them to the possibility of a career or volunteering.

The inaugural, seven-day Girls Fire and Emergency Services Camp was held at Yarramundi in the Hawkesbury Valley in 2018.

This year’s camp was cancelled, initially due to bushfires and then because of COVID-19. However, a program called ‘Virtually Possible’

The ‘Virtually Possible’ practical session will arrive in Newcastle this week.

is now being run across the state.

It combines online learning with virtual workshops and a one-day fire operations practical session, which will take place in Newcastle tomorrow (Friday 6 November).

“The girls will be extinguishing a car fire simulated using a gas prop, [complete] some of the fitness-related activities, and bring together all of their skills in a scenario that mirrors what we do,” Ms Mackintosh said.

The inclusion rate of females in Fire and Rescue NSW has jumped

from 3% to 8%.

“More women are doing it because of awareness and publicity, but the role has also changed, there’s better fire protection and buildings are constructed better,” Ms Mackintosh added.

“We have good equipment and training and attend car accidents and animal rescues. You don’t need to be a big bloke or a burly firefighter.”

Visit girlsonfire.com.au for more.

- Emma Murphy

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City of Newcastle councillor Kath Elliott.

Independent City of Newcastle councillor Kath Elliott is seeking legal advice after an email calling her a “liar” was distributed to the media last week by Newcastle Labor councillors.

Newcastle Weekly received the email, which

stated that two independent investigators had recommended Cr Elliott be officially censured for breaches to the Office of Local Government’s mandatory Code of Conduct.

The matter related to Cr Elliott revealing information on City of Newcastle’s lease of office space on Stewart Avenue in a television news interview in October 2019.

Labor councillors say, at the time, the landlord was still securing other tenants, and the release of commercial information had the potential to impact their position and create significant legal risk for City of Newcastle.

The investigator found that Cr Elliott had “quoted a figure higher than the actual amount,” knowing that it “had the potential to cause harm to council’s reputation and mislead the constituency”.

Councillor Matt Byrne, acting on behalf of Newcastle Labor councillors, said in a statement to the media, that “in short, the independent investigation found Cr Elliott to be a leaker and a liar”.

“This incident shows that Cr Elliott cannot be

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“Cr Elliott can’t be trusted by journalists because she makes up figures as she goes in order to score cheap political points.

“It is disappointing that council is in this position, however, the advice of the independent investigator was that a censure is the only mechanism available to address Cr Elliott’s continued poor conduct.

“Newcastle deserves councillors that are willing to debate complicated matters based on fact, not those that pander to conspiracy theorists with their own set of incorrect, exaggerated and misleading statistics.”

However, when contacted by Newcastle Weekly, Cr Elliott said she stood by the figure.

“In saying about $3 million a year for the lease and clarifying this was an approximate figure in my [TV] interview, I was recalling the figure in the lease document, which is recorded as exactly $2,809,972,” she said.

“With CPI [Consumer Price Index] over 15 years, my figure of $3 million was not a lie.”

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public had a right to know where its money was being spent, and that the new rented premises was now the biggest liability on council’s books.

“Why, once the lease was signed, did it need to be kept a secret?” she said.

“It’s public money. Labor says it supports open and transparent governance, but hiding the figures on this enormous expense to ratepayers is not open and transparent.

“It wasn’t until I argued for the people’s right to know that Labor subsequently released figures, which were lower than what was in the lease.

“I presume they had deducted a sublease, which, at the time I was interviewed, was unconfirmed and I believe is still vacant.”

Cr Elliott said she believed

Lake Macquarie’s popular Fernleigh Track and Tramway Track will both feature sensors to shed light on how often the paths are used.

It’s hoped the new technology will offer further insights into how and where Lake Macquarie City Council should invest further resources, according to community frequency.

The sensors have found a home at the halfway point on Fernleigh Track, in Whitebridge, and near the Glendale TAFE, on the Tramway Track.

The 24/7 technology will count path users around the clock, automatically sending the data across to the council twice each day.

Prior to installing these sensors, the only user data available for Fernleigh Track was a biannual count. This was done manually and

staying in the Roundhouse was a better financial decision, and criticised council for not revealing the total cost of the move to the new building despite ongoing requests.

“Labor wants to silence any opposition in its consistent and numerous codes of conduct applications against me and other independent councillors,” she said.

“It would be interesting to know just how much the ratepayers have spent on legal fees and code of conduct investigations in this term of council.

“I have instructed my lawyers to investigate whether Cr Byrne has defamed me by calling me a liar. I look forward to his apology.”

- Emma Murphy

estimated that only roughly 200,000 people used the path each year.

However, sensor data collected in early October showed more than 10,000 movements in just one week.

This figure counted an almost even number of cyclists and pedestrians and indicated a far greater annual total, closer to 500,000.

“Shared pathways provide a place for people to exercise, socialise and commute,” Lake Macquarie Mayor Kay Fraser said.

“Deploying technology like these new sensors will help show us when and how they are being used.”

A community information session will also be available online today (Thursday 5 November) for the Fernleigh Awabakal Shared Track (FAST) project. It will go from 5.30pm to 7pm.

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Free skin checks hope to change worrying trend When was the last time you had your skin checked?

It’s a question many of us can’t answer confidently, and the Hunter Melanoma Foundation is working to increase the number of people looking out for their skin, by bringing doctors to the beach.

This Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November, professionals from Newcastle Skin Check will be at Cooks Hill Surf Club to provide free checks thanks to support from Novartis and The Wests Group.

“We have spent 30 years in the community educating people about the importance of early detection but as a nation we are apathetic and, in our busy lives, we don’t take the time to get our skin checked,” Hunter Melanoma Foundation Executive Officer, Claudia Tolhurst, said.

“We decided if we could get the funding to bring the skin check to the people it would change their behaviour for the future.”

Five weekends have been chosen

for the free checks, including this weekend, followed by one in December, January, and February.

The Sunday sessions have been designated for the surf life-saving community, starting with Cooks Hill, then Newcastle, Nobbys, Dixon Park, and Merewether.

“You will come up and get a code, enter your details and receive a time slot to return for your check,” Ms Tolhurst said.

“We don’t want people hanging around waiting in line, it’s all COVID Safe.

“Most people will be there in swimmers, so it’s never been easier.

“We are hoping to change people’s perception and show it’s a really easy process, but important and something we need to do professionally once a year.”

Information packs about melanoma and skin safety will also be on offer, along with tips on how to apply sunscreen. The clinics will go from 9am to 5pm.

- Emma Murphy

Teen fined, five arrested after Halloween party A teenage girl has been issued with a Police Infringement Notice (PIN) after police were called to a Halloween party in Lake Macquarie at the weekend.

Officers from Lake Macquarie Police District arrived at a home on Lake Road, Glendale, at about 6.45pm on Friday 30 October following reports of a large party.

On arrival, they found more than 100 people in the backyard.

Upon seeing the police, some of the partygoers knocked down a fence and ran into adjoining streets and a nearby shopping centre, where multiple fights broke out.

Police intervened and broke up several fights and arrested four teenagers and a 20-year-old man.

The man was taken to Belmont Police Station, where he was issued with two Criminal Infringement Notices (CINs) for offensive language and offensive behaviour.

Police returned to the Lake Road address and issued the 17-year-old female occupant with a $1,000 PIN for breaching the COVID-19 Public Health Order. During the arrests, three police officers sustained minor injuries, with one needing medical treatment. Several police vehicles were also damaged after being kicked and having projectiles thrown at them. Anyone with information about people breaching the COVID-19 Public Health Order is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

Touch down: Brisbane flights arrive in Newcastle after border reopens It’s been a long wait, but Newcastle welcomed its first visitors from Brisbane this week following the opening of the state border.

A Qantas flight touched down at Newcastle Airport at midday on Tuesday, providing a special opportunity for family and friends to reunite.

Newcastle Airport Chief Executive Peter Cock said the airport was the largest in the state without COVID-19 travel restrictions and, as a result, airlines were ramping up their offerings as demand quickly builds.

“We know our region loves to fly,” he said.

“Recent polling has told us people from our region were twice as likely to be actively planning their next holiday as the Australian average.

“As Northern NSW’s primary gateway to Queensland, we are seeing passenger demand driving an increase in flight frequency.

“This also includes many Queenslanders coming to enjoy what our region has to offer and reunite with family and friends.

“We are working closely with all our airline

partners to help connect [us] with Queensland and ensure we help meet the needs of our community.

“There’s certainly a feeling of enthusiasm in the air as our operation teams, flight and ground crews, security, hospitality and retail staff prepare to welcome passengers through the terminal.”

Dr Cock also said that passengers would be treated to the airport’s $1.5 million terminal upgrade.

“It uses thoughtful design to offer dedicated spaces for our business, solo, and family travellers,” he said.

“This will make waiting for flights more comfortable and enjoyable.”

If you’re looking to head north, there are plenty of options.

Jetstar is flying between Brisbane and Newcastle daily, while Qantas has increased flights between Brisbane and Newcastle to once daily.

Jetstar is also set to fly between the Gold Coast

Newcastle Airport Chief Executive Peter Cock on Monday morning. Photo: Peter Stoop

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news Researchers recognised for improving children’s lives Newcastle-based researchers have been recognised at a virtual ceremony for helping to make a difference to the lives of children and their families.

Doctors Matt Dun, Sally Fitzpatrick, Narelle Eather, and Felicity Park all took out awards at the Hunter Children’s Research Foundation (HCRF)’s Community Acknowledgement of Research Excellence event last week.

Dr Dun was awarded the JSA Group Achievement in Research Award, while Dr Fitzpatrick received the Newcastle Permanent Research Mentorship Award.

Dr Dun, a researcher from the University of Newcastle and the Hunter Medical Research Institute (HMRI), wanted to thank all those who have supported him.

“Thank you to the community of volunteers who tirelessly campaign and fundraise to provide research teams like mine with the support necessary to do our best to improve the outcomes of children with the greatest health needs,” he said.

Dr Dun, who is dedicated to improving the outlook for children living with brain cancer, works with clinical and pharmaceutical industry partners to design tailored therapies.

His dedication to the cause is a very personal quest for him and his family after he lost his four-year-old daughter Josephine to brain cancer in December last year.

On top of the award, Dr Dun and Dr Bronwyn Berthon were each given a $30,000 grant to support their research projects.

Renowned researcher and award winner Dr Matt Dun. Photo: Jamie Williams

Apart from Dr Dun, Dr Eather won the nib Encouragement in Research Award, and Dr Park and the John Hunter Hospital Maternal Fetal Medicine Team picked up the Wests Group Achievement in Quality Improvement Award.

HCRF Chair Janelle Shakespeare paid tribute to local businesses and community members who contributed to the foundation’s work.

“Despite not being able to hold our annual fundraising events due

to COVID-19, HCRF supporters have raised $60,000 to support the research grants,” she said.

“The funds we raise go directly to children’s research in areas such as asthma, cancer, cystic fibrosis, diabetes and sleep disorders – illnesses that can affect any family at any time.”

HCRF was founded in 1996 to raise funds for research into children’s terminal and debilitating illnesses.

- Elizabeth Symington

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Surf instructors Mikayla Atkins and Tiffany Boddey with Women Soulful Surf founder Helena Richardson, middle, at Blacksmiths Beach. Photo: Peter Stoop

Surfs up to soothe the soul Helena Richardson knew it was time to offer something different when she heard women say they no longer wanted to just be in charge of sunscreen, snacks, and sandcastles at the beach.

Her idea of women-only surf and yoga classes led to a wave of interest from the community. “Women want something for themselves, not just for the family,�

Helena said.

Through her business, Women Soulful Surf, Helena promises women of all ages a connection with nature – particularly the ocean – that is empowering.

Having surfed her first wave in 2015, the yoga teacher from Poland moved to Caves Beach after she met and married her Novocastrian husband in Bali.

When her first child was born the following year, Helena said she longed to return to her favourite ocean activity and began seeking out other like-minded women. “I knew there were plenty of people in the water surfing, but I hadn’t seen many women out there,� Helena said. “Through my yoga practice, I had heard from lots of women that they would like to try but, because they didn’t learn as a child, they were now too intimidated to start. “I wanted to show them that it was possible.�

Helena joined forces with surf instructors Mikayla Atkins and Tiffany Boddey to bring women’s surfing and yoga classes

to Newcastle, launching Women Soulful Surf in August. “Both surfing and yoga help us connect to our bodies, and build strength and resilience,� Helena said. “It impacts in a positive way not only our bodies but also our minds. “We’ve already run three very successful surf and yoga events, a beginner’s group class, and numerous private surf classes. “Seeing all the ladies stepping out of their comfort zone, trying something new or just taking some much-needed time for themselves – and what is most important, having lots of fun while doing it – makes it so rewarding.�

Women Soulful Surf is an ASI accredited surf school that welcomes women and girls from eight years of age.

The group hosts one-hour lessons on the first Saturday of each month at either Blacksmiths or Caves Beach, depending on surf conditions. “This is not just for mothers,�

Helena said. “We want women of all ages to experience the joy that comes from spending time in the water.�

The group’s mission is to create a community of like-minded women who can feel supported and empowered while learning to surf or practice yoga.

Go to womensoulfulsurf.com.au for more information.

- Rebecca Riddle

Australia’s senior population reflects our famously broad and vibrant cultural and lifestyle diversity.

staff are multilingual, and culturally specific activities and community engagement programs are run regularly.

Many older people were born overseas in countries with rich and wonderful cultures, histories, languages and traditions that they are proud to keep alive in their families and communities.

At SummitCare Randwick, Sonja Newman, the Manager of Customer Support and Administration is fluent in Bosnian, Serbian and Croatian languages. And across the homes, staff speak Italian, Spanish, Tagalo, Greek, Hindi, Nepalese, simplified Chinese, Arabic, Vietnamese and Khmer.

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Across the SummitCare residential aged care homes in Sydney and Newcastle, staff are educated in the cultural, religious and lifestyle practices of residents from a wide range of backgrounds.

As examples, at SummitCare’s Canley Vale home, menus are designed to cater for Vietnamese, Khmer and Indochinese residents,

“We regularly host national days and special cultural events for our residents, their families and communities,� says Michelle. “It’s all about being inclusive and respectful. Plus, we have a lot of fun! “The compassionate team provides care that is holistic, individual and appropriate. We collaborate closely with our residents and their families to ensure choice in care and lifestyle, delivered with honesty, trust and respect,� adds Michelle. “Our culturally respectful and diversity practices are designed to celebrate inclusion that engages with residents very personally and helps them live the life they choose.�

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news Decades of dedication to disadvantaged children A Hunter-based club has spent more than five decades helping disadvantaged children.

Full of passionate women, the Hunter VIEW Club assists as many students as it can by raising money for The Smith Family.

The group is one of hundreds of clubs across Australia to celebrate 60 years as an organisation.

VIEW, which stands for the Voice, Interests and Education of Women, has had a profound impact on its members in the Hunter.

Hunter VIEW Club Publicity Officer, Elaine Amos, says it helps her feel like she is supporting her region.

“I’ve been a member for three or four years and I have made friends and feel like I am contributing to the

community,” she says.

“We raise money for The Smith Family to help sponsor school students.

“We donate money to them so they can go on excursions and do things they wouldn’t normally be able to do.

“We help kids who do not have much at all.”

Program Officer and Former Secretary, Christine Atkins, adds the club sponsors six students through its partnership with The Smith Family.

“We’re quite pleased we can sponsor that many kids,” she says.

“One is in university, one is doing the HSC, four are in secondary school, and one is in primary school.”

The Hunter VIEW Club committee for 2020.

Last year, VIEW raised more than $1.2 million for the education charity and is proud to be the largest community sponsor of its flagship program, Learning for Life.

Anyone interested in finding out more about VIEW or becoming a member should visit its website or call 1800 805 366.

Ms Amos urges anyone who is interested to try it out.

“Come along and give it a try,”

she says.

“You can come three times and meet the ladies; we are a very friendly club and, after three visits, you’ll know if you want to join.

“The companionship of the other ladies is really good, it is really nice to go along and meet everyone and catch up because, particularly in the times we are in now, we can be quite isolated.”

- Elizabeth Symington

Seniors feature SOUTHERN CROSS CARE Helen Armstrong is Facility Manager at the Southern Cross Care Mawson Court care home at Caves Beach. She, and her staff, know the importance of putting the person at the centre of care. “We support residents in maintaining their independence as much as possible. This has a positive impact on them, both in terms of their physical and mental wellbeing,” Helen says. The benefits of residential care for residents include an onsite care team and registered nurses, who can be familiar with your individual care needs; assistance from trained and qualified professionals; access to the medication, services and equipment you require; and, of course, having a good home cooked meal. Amelia Grey is Deputy Facility Manager and a familiar face in the care home and in the community. “I love how we care for residents and help them to live well. It’s a welcoming environment and a happy home for residents and staff,” Amelia says. If you would like more information about Mawson Court, you can call (02) 4971 0852.

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We will arrange the services important to you Every resident is unique. We’ll work with you to create a personal care plan for your exact needs. Those needs will be met by our team of carers, lifestyle officers, spiritual and wellbeing coordinators, registered nurses, and any specialists needed.

Dedicated to quality care The Aged Care Quality Standards provide reassurance that you will be treated with kindness, dignity and respect. We continually evaluate our training, systems and processes and strive to exceed these standards.

We’re for people, not for profit Southern Cross Care has supported older people in NSW and the ACT for over 50 years. As a not-for-profit organisation, we’re solely focused on providing the best care we can.

Experience our service with respite care You can arrange a short stay in our Mawson Court Residential Care home before making any decision. We will be happy to arrange this for you, please ask when you call.

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MORPETH GARDENS Stages 3 and 4 now selling…and sites are filling up FAST! If your vision is to downsize with affordable Over 50’s housing in the lower Hunter Area that can free up the equity in your current home once sold to add to your lifestyle, Morpeth Gardens could make that dream come true. Now you can finally own your new home from $280,000 and feel safe and secure whilst staying close to your family and friends or just relocating from far away.

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The REAL alternative to Aged Care.

Cameron Glen Supported Living Village, Newcastle’s real alternative to Aged Care, combines the best points of both retirement village living and traditional Aged Care. Residents are encouraged to be as independent as they can be, with nursing staff available onsite and on call 24 hours a day/7 days a week. Stage 1 is operational while the next stage is soon to be completed with 2 and 3 bedroom villas. Our residents are able to live in their private self-contained villa with a state of the art kitchen, stone benchtops, stainless steel appliances, one or two bathrooms and a sunny private courtyard.

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RSL LIFECARE Introducing Long Tan Village, Newcastle’s first vertical retirement community. The state-of-the-art development, located in the city’s heart, consists of 76 two-bedroom apartments with beautifully designed open-plan kitchen and living areas; perfect for entertaining. Residents also have access to the exclusive ‘Sky Lounge’, boasting panoramic views of the coast and harbour.

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taste Hunter-based chef Steph De Sousa.

Meat-free feast in store MasterChef’s Steph De Sousa is set to show off her culinary skills later this month at the third annual Feast For the Senses event.

The exclusive over-18s evening on Saturday 28 November will be hosted in the newly revamped Rathmines Theatre and will

feature a three-course meal, live entertainment, and organic wines by Tamburlaine Wines.

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by De Sousa, will be meat-free and showcase delicious, seasonal ingredients which have been sustainably farmed and locally

sourced to keep with the event’s core themes.

“I’m really excited to show guests that you don’t need meat to create an amazing menu,” De Sousa said.

Feast For the Senses is a part of Lake Macquarie City Council’s annual Living Smart Festival.

While this year’s festival switched to an online program because of COVID-19, the council’s Manager Arts, Culture and Tourism, Jacqui Hemsley, said health guidelines meant it was still possible to host this event.

“We’ve moved from Speers Point Park to Rathmines Theatre to ensure a COVID Safe evening,” Hemsley said.

“Current health guidelines stipulate a maximum of 30 people for outdoor events like this, whereas shifting it indoors with a comprehensive COVID-19 plan means we can accommodate more people.”

De Sousa is also the face of the Meat Free Challenge – a month-long initiative challenging families to eat less meat to improve health and help the environment.

“The aim isn’t necessarily to make vegetarians out of meat-eaters – it’s to tip the scales just a little bit away from having meat on your plate every night of the week,” she said.

Tickets for this year’s event are $65 per person, and include the three-course meal, a drink on arrival, and live entertainment.

To maintain COVID Safe measures, seats and tables will be allocated based on ticket transactions, so groups are encouraged to buy tickets all at once to ensure they’re seated together.

Hemsley added the event was expected to return to Speers Point Park in 2021.

“This has been a challenging year for everyone, but we’re looking forward to hosting a fun and memorable evening in Rathmines,” she said.

Tickets are expected to sell out quickly.

They can be purchased at eventbrite.com.au.

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Laughs guaranteed at comedy festival There hasn’t been much to laugh about this year, but the Newcastle Comedy Festival is planning to do its best to elicit a chuckle.

Managing Director Andrew Milos admits it’s been a nightmare trying to organise the festival, with six Victorian acts having to withdraw from the line up due to border restrictions.

“It’s been a very long year, everyone’s got a story, but the entertainment industry has been hit worse than everyone else,” Milos said.

“We waited until the last minute because we wanted to see what would happen with border controls, so it’s been an absolute mission.”

The festival, which will be held over the weekend of 21 and 22 November across four shows, will now feature comedians from NSW. The Saturday shows will be MC’d by all-round funnyman Rove McManus and will feature Andy Saunders, who many might recognise from The Block.

He brings his new solo show to Newcastle following five-star reviews and sold out shows nationally, as well as international tours with

the Aboriginal Comedy Allstars in Edinburgh and London.

Becky Lucas will feature in all four shows, as will lauded jokester Randy Feltface.

Nominated for best comedy at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Randy went on to complete a season at the Soho Theatre in London, appeared at Montreal Just For Laughs Festival and had an Off-Broadway season at the Clurman Theatre in New York City.

The remainder of the line-up reads like a who’s who of “ones to watch” in Australian comedy, including Nikki Britton, Gen Fricker, Sam Taunton, Sarah Gaul, Cameron Duggan, Alex Jae, and Elliott Stewart. There will also be a touch of home, with the Sunday shows to be MC’d by Newcastle’s Cameron James.

“The line-up is the best you will see in Australia right now,” Milos said.

“It’s the only operational comedy festival – I can see why people haven’t tried to run one.

“Ninety per cent of these comics didn’t get to perform in Melbourne, Sydney or Perth, so

Rove McManus will MC at the Newcastle Comedy Festival later this month.

they are debuting here, and we get it before anyone else.”

Shows will be staged at 3pm and 8pm on both days, with the theatre undergoing a deep cleanse after each performance, ready for the next audience.

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Oh baby! Magazine’s new arrival Daniella Ruru believes the saying ‘it takes a village to raise a child’ has never been more true.

As the editor of Newcastle Baby Magazine, Ruru says it was now vital that new parents received support and connection from their ‘village’ in order to help create wellness within future generations.

“Often new mums and dads have no experience of growing families,” she said.

“This is a whole new world and a super steep learning curve that can bring with it some unexpected surprises and challenges.”

Through her free annual publication, Ruru hopes to connect new parents with more than 40 local resources offering support from pregnancy through to early childhood.

“This is not a journey to make

alone,” she said.

“Connecting with experienced professionals who have walked this path with thousands of families instantly expands your access to local knowledge and connects you with your local network.

“During recent times it has been proven yet again that people need people.

“Yes, the internet and Dr Google serve their purpose, but at the heart and soul of the matter it is the connections we have with real live people that will support us all to health and happiness.”

Newcastle Baby Magazine is releasing its second edition on Wednesday 10 November.

Publishers of the printed format are hoping this issue will help raise awareness about PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia).

“One in 10 women and one in 20 men struggle with antenatal depression,” Ruru said.

“More than one in seven new mums and up to one in 10 new dads experience postnatal depression.

“Here at Newcastle Baby, we believe that being informed, connected and supported with holistic services during the journey of growing your family is the best preventative medicine there is.”

As a Newcastle-born and bred massage therapist and mother, Ruru says she understands it is practical help that parents need the most.

“As many others will tell you, searching Google for answers at 3am with a crying baby is not usually very helpful,” she said.

“Newcastle Baby is here to raise awareness and normalise the importance of seeking extra, local

Newcastle Baby Magazine’s Daniella Ruru hopes new parents find a connection within her second annual free print edition.

support. This year’s PANDA theme is ‘Tell someone who cares’.

“More than ever it is vital that expecting and new parents who are struggling know they are not alone and can reach out for help.

“You won’t have all the answers.

“Now is the time to allow yourself to be supported.”

- Rebecca Riddle

Waste to art exhibition The old idiom ‘one man’s trash is another man’s treasure’ is being put to the test at a local art exhibition.

The Waste to Art exhibition is a part of the Lake Macquarie City Council’s Sustainable Neighbourhoods Program.

The exhibition, which is open daily between 10am and 2pm at SEEN@Swansea, will go until Sunday 13 December and features over 40 pieces created by artists, students, and community members, including Newcastle-based artist Mardi Lee. Her piece, DarNet, explores the differing textures, colours, and materials of waste.

“Rubbish and waste have become entrenched in our current way of living,” Ms Lee said.

“I hope my artwork will be the impetus for personal and community change in how we think about waste.”

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What’s on IS THIS THING ON: A free show for budding or hopeful comedians. Try a set or enjoy the show in the newly renovated Kahibah Sports Club (63 Kenibea Avenue, Kahibah). One lucky audience member will walk away with a $50 bistro voucher. The show takes place on the first Thursday of every month. The next one will be held tonight, Thursday 5 November, from 7.30pm to 10pm. Call 4943 2987 to make a booking or visit faceopenmiccomedy.com.

SCONE SALE: The Newcastle Evening Branch of the Country Women’s Association (CWA) will host a Scone Sale on Saturday 7 November at Cooks Hill Surf Life Saving Club (Memorial Drive, Bar Beach). The famous, freshly baked scones can be pre-ordered or bought on the day. A range of jams, preserves and handicraft will also be available. The event will go from 8am to 11am. Go to trybooking.com and search ‘Country Women’s Association Scone Sale’ to preorder or email cwanewcastleevening@gmail.com for more.

CHURCH FOR LIFE GARAGE SALE: Toys, bric a brac, books, DVDs, clothes, some items brand new. Bargains galore. Everything $2. Saturday 7 November from 9am to 2pm at 32 Sixth Street, Boolaroo.

HOMEGROWN MARKETS: A celebration of all things handmade, eco focused or designed by our wonderful stall holders, held every second and fourth Sunday by the lake at Speers Point Park. Join us for a family friendly event on Sunday 8 November at Speers Point Park from 10am to 2pm. Includes kids activities, unique shopping, delicious food, coffee, live music and awesome park facilities.

RECYCLING 1940S STYLE: See what greatgrandmothers recycled at the next Miss Porter’s House Museum Open Day on Sunday 8 November.

Florence, Ella and Hazel Porter made, mended and recycled soap, shoes, furniture, flour bags and much more. Find out how a soap saver works, what an egg has to do with darning, and relive sustainability as practised in the early 20th Century. The event will take place at 434 King Street, Newcastle West, from 1pm to 4pm. Cost: $10 adults, $8 concession, $25

will take place on Saturday 14 November from 8am to 2pm at 135 High Street, East Maitland.

Lake Macquarie’s new fishing competition, Let’s Fish Lake Mac, will take place from Friday 13 to Sunday 15 November.

family, children under 5 free. Visit nationaltrust.org. au or call 4927 0202 for more information.

REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE: MerewetherHamilton-Adamstown RSL Sub-Branch will host a Remembrance Day service at the striking heritage war memorial in Gregson Park, Hamilton (corner of Tudor and Steel streets) on Wednesday 11 November from 10.50am. Community members are invited to join Sub-Branch members on this significant day of remembrance. Contact James Mackay OAM on 0408 613 170 or email jamesmackay2013@gmail.com for more information.

LET’S FISH LAKE MAC: Catch big, win big on Australia’s largest coastal saltwater lake. Let’s Fish Lake Mac is Lake Macquarie’s new open fishing competition and will go from Friday 13 to Sunday 15 November. A catch-and-release event, there is a total of $21,000 in prizes up for grabs across adult and junior divisions. Cost is $20 per person. Go to letsfishlakemac.com.au to register or for more information.

THE AESTHETIC TABLE: Back to Back Galleries will host an exhibition called The Aesthetic Table from Friday 13 to Sunday 29 November at 57 Bull Street, Cooks Hill. The exhibition is a study on ‘still life’, a contemporary re-construction of forms and textures as the artists reframe meaning through their domestic aesthetic juxtapositions. Open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11am to 5pm. Call 4929 3677 or visit newcastlepotters.org.au for more details.

GARAGE SALE: Lots of different items for sale, toys, paintings/prints, household items, plants, vintage collectables, brand new and second-hand items, and a selection of books will be on offer. The garage sale will support the work of The Umbrella Foundation Australia and Centre for Hope’s youth programs. It

LAP THE MAP FOR DIABETES: Lions Australia’s Lap the Map for Diabetes fundraiser will coincide with World Diabetes Day on Saturday 14 November.

Lions is conducting this annual event throughout Australia and is inviting the nation’s families and friends, school communities and sporting organisations to participate in this national relay walk to promote awareness of diabetes and promote a healthy lifestyle. A gold coin donation on the day will go towards the campaign. Contact Lions Australia Diabetes Foundation’s Noelene Heggart on 0466 643 847 or visit lionsclubs.org.au for more information.

CHRISTMAS AND CRAFT FAIR: Maitland Country Women’s Association will host a Christmas and Craft Fair on Saturday 14 November from 8.30am to 1.30pm at the CWA Hall (46 Church Street, Maitland).

There will be plum puddings and Christmas cakes, plants, and lovely handmade items. The fair will raise money to help support CWA’s work in the local community, as well as maintenance costs at the hall.

MOVEMBER MOTORCYCLE RIDE: An annual ride around Lake Macquarie to raise awareness and funds for men’s health issues. This year’s format has been altered due to COVID-19 restrictions. A small family group will start the ride from Thomas H Halton Park (Macquarie Drive, Croudace Bay), departing at 11am on Sunday 15 November. Small groups of no more than 20 people can join them along the route. Search ‘Movember Motorcycle Ride’ on Facebook for more information.

TRI NATIONS: Australia will tackle Argentina in round four of the Tri Nations rugby union series at McDonald Jones Stadium (294 Turton Road, Broadmeadow) on Saturday 21 November from 7.45pm. Go to ticketmaster.com.au to buy tickets.

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Growing support Growing facial hair and playing a board game may be the most masculine way of tackling men’s health this month.

Movember launched its annual month-long campaign on Sunday, with those who can asked to ignore the itch and rally in support of men’s mental health, suicide prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer.

Now in its 17th year, Movember Australia has challenged the community to sign up as a Mo Bro and grow a moustache (a “mo”) or show support for men’s health as a Mo Sista.

‘Mo your own way’ will also see

participants ‘Move for Movember’ and ‘Host a Mo-ment’.

Movember’s Australia Country Director Rachel Carr said it was pertinent that men’s issues weren’t ignored, particularly this year.

“If there’s ever been a time to embrace Movember and shed those lockdown beards, it’s now, in 2020,” she said.

“It’s been an incredibly difficult year for men, which makes this year’s campaign our most important yet.

“Research [that has been] conducted by Movember shows us the effects of the pandemic on men’s mental health, in particular, is

concerning, and is still far from over.

“Job losses, relationship stresses and social isolation are taking a toll.

“We’ve been working hard to fasttrack digital mental health resources to address the need.

“Every donation, no matter how small, adds up.

“Signing up for Mo-season is also a great way to stay connected within your own social circles – it’s been shown that supporting others can improve your own wellbeing.

“With the help of our community, Movember will continue funding and applying research to prevent our fathers, brothers, partners, sons and

friends from dying prematurely.”

Movember is a global charity raising funds to deliver innovative research and support programs that enable men to live happier, healthier, and longer lives.

Since its inception in 2003, it has helped fund 1,250 global projects, focusing on mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.

This year’s campaign also coincides with the launch of a Movember-themed Monopoly game.

Go to au.movember.com for more information.

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Brace for more wet weather Well it is the beginning of November, the last month of spring, but, according to weather forecasters, we are in for another cold front and more rain.

The rain is great, but the vegetable garden dislikes cold and an unsettled spring.

We can only roll with it, but don’t expect great production for fruiting vines such as passionfruit.

Spring annuals haven’t come to their usual brilliance at this time of year. I have dug out my white primula and replaced them with red and white petunias for Christmas. Lobelia and pansies are still holding, probably because of the lower temperatures and much-needed rain. Taller growing bulbs – hippeastrums, iris, arums and Watsonia – show their beauty during early November, which I enjoy more

than spring bulbs as they seem to have more longevity. If you are fortunate enough to have access to Watsonia bulbs (which can generally be sought through ‘The Diggers Club’ at Mornington), they are useful for background planting as they grow into large clumps, growing to 120cm tall.

Their strap-like foliage bares even taller spikes in white, pink, salmons and red, which are ideal for cutting in spring when other flowers may be scarce. Plants can be divided after the foliage dies in late summer or early autumn – bulbs should be planted out in autumn.

November is the month to prune back spring flowering shrubs, cutting diorama and daisies lightly. Climbing roses that are flowering now can be pruned back when

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celebrity birthday EMMA STONE 6 November 1988 It’s back to basics for Emma during the year ahead; she cannot build her future based on shaky foundations. It is time for her to get herself organised and be prepared to work even harder than usual to come through without any great difficulties. It is imperative that she has a grand plan and avoids taking unnecessary risks. There will be more responsibility on her shoulders than usual and she will find herself supporting loved ones to achieve their goals.

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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

It is full steam ahead for you, Aries. This will bring success to you in the long term, both at work and at home and in connection with your family matters.

Whatever you want to achieve, you will soon have the power and energy to do so.

Your feelings are quite intense and romantic. Fortunately, your partner feels the same way. Your love life seems set to develop in some important way now. You can be cheeky, childish, and positively outrageous if you want to, as this is the time to have fun and be totally irresponsible for a change.

Your financial prospects take an upturn and the next month should see an improvement in your economic security. It may be that you need to lay plans to ensure maximum profit for your efforts. Don’t expect to see any swift returns for investments, but lay down a pattern for future growth.

TAURUS 21 APR – 21 MAY

LEO 23 JULY – 23 AUG

You can be assured that trusted friends and acquaintances are going to have a powerful influence on your prospects. The Sun’s harmonious angle to your own sign gives an optimism and vitality to your outgoing nature. Those of you who are students can look forward to achieving excellent results.

The focus is on your close relationships this week and it’s obvious the significant other in your life deserves respect and affection and that is what you are now prepared to give. Teamwork is the key to success this month.

This is a good time to renovate your home or buy something for it. If you don’t want to spend too much money, find ways to recycle goods that have been reused before or pick up a bargain online. Anything you do now to make your home more economical will be worthwhile.

GEMINI 22 MAY – 21 JUNE There could be great news about your job, and you could soon receive the recognition you have been working towards and looking for. Throughout November, you are also being encouraged to concentrate on your health and wellbeing and that of your family.

VIRGO 24 AUG – 23 SEPT Your curiosity will be massively stimulated as the planets are activating the area of learning and communication. Other people’s business suddenly becomes your own. That is not to say you turn into a busybody overnight; it’s just that many will turn to you for some guidance.

SCORPIO 24 OCT – 22 NOV Happy birthday, Scorpio! The Sun in your sign brings a lifting of spirits and a gaining of confidence. During the year ahead, Saturn shifts your focus onto your home and family more than usual and there should be a reconnecting with relatives who you don’t always get to see.

SAGITTARIUS 23 NOV – 21 DEC Your mind turns to spiritual matters and you’ll spend time looking within for answers and reconnecting with the deepest and mysterious parts of your soul. Your intuition will be especially potent, and you may experience some interesting dreams as hidden parts of your unconscious begin to reveal themselves to you.

AQUARIUS 21 JAN – 19 FEB This is an excellent time to make long-term plans, especially those connected with your career aims and ambitions. It is not a good time to be open about your plans – better to go about things slowly and quietly until the time comes to speak out.

PISCES 20 FEB – 20 MAR This would be a good time to learn about foreign cultures or to simply explore new neighbourhoods. It is also a good time to take an increased interest in spiritual matters; you may feel drawn to read about religion or philosophy or to explore the world of healing and psychic development.

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HUNTER VALLEY

NBB Nathan Brown Building

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Call ALAN WRIGHT 0412 782 202

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HUNTER BUILDING AND BATHROOMS RENOVATIONS

AWNINGS

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

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Phone Matt: 4971 6762 0414 941 922

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

Call Julie on 0413 017 353 or email

Retaining Walls • Fences • New Homes

PHONE ADAM 0414 311 720 Lic 236513C

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AIR CONDITIONING SERVICES

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

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Bricklayers . . . . . . . . . .

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Computer Repairs . . . . .

Concreting . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

Gardening . . . . . . . . . .

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

Gyprocking . . . . . . . . .

Handyman . . . . . . . . . .

Home Maintenance . . . .

Landscaping & Design . .

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

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

Pressure Cleaning . . . . .

Removalists . . . . . . . . .

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

Rubbish Removals . . . . .

Sewing Machine Repairs .

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

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

Tree Services . . . . . . . .

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ELECTRICAL

HANDYMAN

Computer Problems?

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Dan’s Mobile Computer Service > Computer Repairs & Upgrades > Computer Tuition > Friendly & Affordable Help

Over 30 years experience No job to small Free no obligation quote

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

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0421 750 216

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CONCRETING

GARDENING

PRO-CONCRETING

JACKS ALL THINGS GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING

Jack 0427 807 930

GUTTERING

LANDSCAPING & DESIGN

CARDIFF GUTTERING SPECIALIST

BriteDeck NextGen Titanium THE WORLD’S MOST ADVANCED DECK

Lic L10548

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

Dezigna Retaining Walls

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

Call Terry 4954 0309 or 0414 540 309 GYPROCKING

• No Repeating Patterns - uniquely stunning and eco friendly - available in 3 colours

MG PLASTERING Qualified in all aspects of

• Australian owned - backed by 30 year warranty

GYPROCK AND PLASTERING

Call 1300 162 867 for a free sample

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DOORS

PHONE MICK 0419 977 039 Lic 251316c

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

02 4023 7547 02 4023 7547 52

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New Work Renovations Pre Paint Repairs Small jobs

Call Bill 0401 624 029

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GYPROCKING • • • •

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DECKING

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NW0062

0410 312 247

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NW0985

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NW0504

• 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

Mick Dunley

HOME MAINTENANCE

CALL Robert 0449 019 166 Nathan 0431 754 132

Pensioner discounts LIC NO. 77284C

ALL WORK GUARANTEED • FREE QUOTES • ALL AREAS

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

NW0253

NW0070

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

Lic No: 132271C

NW0088

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ABN 55757066216 Work up to $5000

To get your business listed

call 0413 017 353

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SEWING MACHINE REPAIR

ARE YOU MOVING?

PATRICK’S SEWING MACHINE

Once you’re all packed up and ready to move, let us do the moving for you. We will move your furniture, boxes and belongings safely and securely.

repairs

Lic No: 18545C

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

NW0058

0402 923 984 OR 4955 4677

Keith Minton

NW0433

Over 35 Years Painting Experience

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

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

• All roof repairs & renewal

• No job too big or small • Quality tradesman

Service guaranteed Ph Shane 4959 6091 Mob 0410 564 044

ROOF REPAIRS

Dave Knight

24 Hour Service

0421 321 458 0416 152 422

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EMAIL: oziwiroofi ng@gmail.com

Lic No: 261305C

QU O TES

NW0085-V2

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0414 582 337

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0412 510 111 or 4933 5280

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Call Mark Kehoe

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Call Anthony

Ph Scott: 0402 225 341

WALL & FLOOR TILER

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Courteous and Professional, Fully Insured…

ABN 99603917455

• METAL ROOFING SPECIALIST • FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED • NEW GUTTERING INSTALLATION • QUALITY BLUESCOPE STEEL • PROFESSIONAL SERVICE • CUSTOM FOLDED FLASHINGS • LEAF PROTECTION

RUBBISH REMOVALS

PRESSURE CLEANING SERVICE

0475 434 202

TILING

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

PHONE BRICE OR MANDY

ABN:85885522834

TILING

NW1363

NW0132

Newcastle

PRESSURE CLEANING

• Driveways, Patios, Paths, Retaining Walls, Roofs • Houses (Soft Wash), Mould and Algae Removal • Graffiti Removal • Commercial Grade Equipment • Hunter Water Restriction Level 1 Compliant

• • • • •

Dennis 0412 453 317

0415 333 883

Licence No L13318

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

Lic. No. 73493C

NW0341

Hot Water Systems | Gas and Electric

Email: lfulwood@yahoo.com

My License is your guarantee of a QUALITY JOB

Call Alan

• Blocked Drains • Hot Water Systems • Water Jetter • Drain Camera • Maintenance • Renovations • Diagnostic Expert

Leigh Fulwood | 0412 536 529

Lic No. 177893C

Mob: 0418 686 472

Cherry Plumbing

sails and repairs

Clear blinds and privacy screens • Canopies and Covers Canvas and Upholstery • Uholsterer/Marine Trimmer New PVC & Shade Sails NW0054

Lic no 112440c

Lic L10548

4954 0309 • 0414 540 309

NW0063

Phone Terry Slupik - All areas

S HADE SAILS

RIGHT AS RAIN ROOFING

PLUMBING

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

30 YEARS

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SHADE SAILS

ROOFING

CARDIFF

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PH 0411 275 032

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PLUMBING Big or small, we do it all!

Repairs to all makes and models Repairs to all overlockers Pick-up and deliver MORE THAN In home service

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

NW0052

PAINTER HANDYman

REMOVALISTS

NW1153

PAINTING

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

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

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Serving TH E HUNTER

Tree Lopping specialists

TREE SERVICES

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

Summer fun in the pool With summer just around the corner, these three Wahu toys will provide hours of entertainment while the kids are cooling off in the pool. This Pool Party Prize Pack contains 1x Skim ‘n’ Hoop (RRP $99), 1x Memory Dive (RRP $19.99), and 1x Surfer Dudes (RRP $24.99).

The Skim ‘n’ Hoop is a large, multi-functional inflatable that can be used both in and out of the pool.

It features two basketball hoops, three circular skim scoring targets, a detachable net on the rear, plus an 11cm ball. Then, put your memory and swimming

skills to the test by using the Memory Dive. Take turns placing the balls (each numbered with a score) inside the memory sticks and throwing them into the pool.

Watch them sink to the bottom, before diving down to retrieve each stick. Try to remember which ball went into each stick. The player with the most points wins. Finally, toss your surfer dude into the surf (or pool) and watch them catch and shred the waves. There are 12 Surfer Dudes to collect in total. Visit wahu. com.au for more information.

Enter to WIN One lucky Newcastle Weekly reader will win this Pool Party Prize Pack (valued at $145).

To enter, visit newcastleweekly.com.au and click on the ‘Entertainment’ tab to ‘Competitions’, find this competition and follow the entry instructions. Entries close 9am Thursday 12 November and winners drawn same day. One entry per person. Entrants must be aged 18+.

Work together to solve the mystery The countdown to Christmas is officially on and it’s time to start thinking about gift lists.

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Childrens Book Kim Threadgate, Denise Hodgson

My favourite things

GETTING OUTDOORS Taking a walk with friends is easily one of my favourite things to do. I love being in the mountains, or anywhere with plenty of green.

WORK When you’re working from the road, no day is the same, which is what I love most about being a reporter. After a few years now in local news, I know it’s the perfect job for me.

Lauren Kempe NBN NEWS REPORTER

Lauren is a journalist at NBN News in Newcastle. She originally grew up in Cessnock, went to school in Maitland, and graduated with a Bachelor of Communication from the University of Newcastle in 2018. Writing has always been a passion for Lauren and, as a teenager, she knew she wanted to find a way to do it every day. Spending time at local radio stations, the university’s student communication team and NBN during her degree eventually led to a job at NBN, which she says she is “so grateful for”. Getting to know the community better has quickly turned into one of her favourite parts of the job. “I feel so lucky to share the stories of those in it, and report on issues that matter to local people,” she says. Lauren can’t think of anywhere she’d rather live than Newcastle.

GOOD FOOD/WINE Growing up in the Hunter Valley, I’ve been very spoilt! I love going out for a great meal or a glass of local wine now I just need to learn to cook a lot better than I do.

DOGS Our family recently lost our beautiful dog Lilly after 16 amazing years - she was our best friend. But we have another little friend, Daisy, who joined us last month!

FAMILY My family and my partner Jake are such a big part of my life. Whether it’s watching a funny show on TV or going out for a fish, it’s always great to spend time together.

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Everyday life is easy at Cliftleigh Meadows with an abundance of shopping, education, medical and recreation facilites easily accesible. The contemporary master planned community provides the life you want to live.

Surrounded by 125 acres of parkland and connected by a vibrant community, house and land packages are available from leading builders on level, easy building homesites. Thoughtfully designed cycleways will wind through the estate creating an idyllic living environment for the whole family.

Call 0466 747 555 cliftleighmeadows.com.au * Photographs & illustrations are intended to be a visual aid only. Winten Property Group gives no warranty and makes no representation to the accuracy of sufficiency of any description, illustrations, photographs or statements contained in this brochure and accepts no liability for any loss suffered by any person who relies wholly or partly upon the information presented. All information is subject to change without notice. Prices correct at time of printing. TC_CM_007

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