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There appears to be an air of excitement in the region at the moment.

Social media lit up on Sunday evening when the NRL outfit handed out a rugby league lesson to the Wests Tigers in front of a massive crowd at McDonald Jones Stadium.

Yes, it was an impressive win, no doubt about it.

But, before fans get ahead of themselves, let’s take a closer look at the Knights’ two opponents so far.

An underdone Sydney Roosters fielded seven-eight players for the first time in 2022, including James Tedesco, while the Tigers are odds-on favourites to capture the wooden spoon.

I understand you can only play, and beat, what’s in front of you.

And, to be fair, Wests didn’t serve up too much – to the dismay of their long – suffering supporters.

However, the big test will arrive on Saturday when Newcastle tackles defending premiers Penrith Panthers away from the Hunter Valley.

Let’s see how they fare after that.

Don’t forget, no one wins a premiership in March.

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Parker was the first baby born at Maitland Hospital MEETING THE DEMAND

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Coach Adam O’Brien would be the first person to tell his players just that.

So, hold the celebrations until September.

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Maitland women share a passion for World Vision A group of local women who have a passion for World Vision will celebrate a unique milestone this month.

When six ladies met in 1982, they had no idea the work they started for the underprivileged, globally, would raise in excess of $244,000.

But, the Maitland branch of the Christian-based organisation did just that – and more.

Now, 40 years later, it’s set to commemorate four decades of continuous operation on 29 March.

“I think that’s an excellent achievement,” president Robyne Pont said.

“To have such a small crew amass that amount is pretty exceptional.

“Today, our group boasts 20 very enthusiastic members.

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“I think we share the same thoughts that we’re just so fortunate in Australia.

“Plus, everyone gets along.

“For the 20 years I’ve been involved, they’re very caring for each other and work well as a team.

“So, to celebrate, we’re going out to lunch at a nice restaurant with a birthday cake.

“We’ll have four of the original ladies – who began it all in 1982 – in attendance.

“Two of them, Barbara King and Joan Wilson, are still current members, which is fantastic.”

World Vision liaises with its partner organisations to help the world’s most vulnerable children.

When invited by a country, it puts forward a program to assist

Maitland World Vision Group members Joan Wilson, Robyne Pont and Barbara King will celebrate the local organisation’s 40th anniversary this month. Photo: Peter Stoop

in various projects, whether it be providing clean water and sanitation, health, education, child protection and equipping households to become self-sufficient.

As that mission winds up, World Vision then moves on to another area in need.

“The ladies at the Maitland community group are happy they’ve been able to help in small ways to make these things a reality,” Ms Pont told the Newcastle Weekly.

“I think, in Australia, we’re very blessed in every aspect.

“And, people in developing countries have so little.

“We can go to an op-shop and buy a bag full of clothes for $5.

“They don’t have that luxury.

“They’ve got nothing – from money to the items we take for granted.

“So, that’s what World Vision does.

“It sets up within a village, mainly working with children, which flows through to the entire community.

“We are motivated to do whatever we can.”

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Newborn Parker etches name in history books On Wednesday 19 January, at just a few seconds old, Parker Layne Moss made history without even knowing it.

The now two-month-old was the first baby born at the new Maitland Hospital.

While every hospital celebrates the milestone, parents Keziah Burgoine and Nathan Moss find it a “bit weird” that their son was number one.

Especially when he wasn’t supposed to arrive until the next day.

Keziah went in on Wednesday morning to start the inducing process for Thursday 20 January but Parker had other ideas.

“I went into the hospital at 9, they did the first part of the inducing at 10 and I was having contractions at

11.30,” Keziah said.

“I rang my partner (Nathan) at 12 and by 2.30 Parker was here – it was quite quick.

“I nearly had him in the lift.

“They put me in the birthing unit to induce me and then they moved me to the ward and I was in that room for all of five minutes and I was like ‘nope, this is it’.

“They took me back [down] to the brand new birthing suite and I nearly had him on the way there.”

Both Nathan and Keziah say the day was a bit of blur.

Parker entered the world at 3.28 kilograms, measuring 51 centimetres long.

Even though it didn’t quite go to plan, the new parents are absolutely smitten with their bundle of joy.

Keziah Burgoine and Nathan Moss with their new son Parker Layne. Photo: Peter Stoop

“He’s been awesome, he’s been phenomenal,” Keziah said.

“He’s a bit grumpy but that’s okay and he’s in his own little world all the time.

“Parker just does his own thing and pots along and he’ll let us know when he is hungry.

“I can’t wait to [watch him grow] and see his little personality come out.”

When they were leaving the hospital to go home, the family

almost felt famous.

“We were getting hampers and when we left the hospital, this lady came up to ask me: ‘Oh, is that him?

Is that the first baby born here’ and I was like yeah,” Keziah said.

“We felt like royalty walking out.”

Parker’s even been rubbing shoulders with a few politicians after NSW Health Minister Brad Hazzard visited the facility earlier this month.

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Awabakal sinks teeth into new dental clinic Hamilton is now home to a new Awabakal Dental Clinic following the official opening of the $400,000 facility last week.

The state-of-the-art centre, located on the corner of Samdon and Denison streets, will operate in partnership with Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) to provide bulk-billed dental services to the local Aboriginal community.

With staff and HNELHD representatives in attendance, Awabakal Ltd CEO Raylene Gordon, HNELHD Oral Health Unit’s Dr Lanny Chor, Newcastle state MP Tim Crakanthorp and City of Newcastle councillor Deahnna Richardson “did the honours” last Wednesday by cutting the ribbon during a special ceremony.

Previously, the clinic boasted two chairs working out of a small section of the Awabakal Hamilton Medical Clinic.

The new-look facility, funded

by NSW Ministry of Health – Oral Health Unit, via the Centre for Aboriginal Health, was custom-built to meet the demand of local oral health needs.

“We’ve been trying to get this off the ground for some time,” Ms Gordon said.

“So, it’s an important day for us – and I believe it’s one of the best clinics around. This is a collaboration between Awabakal and Hunter New England Local Health District that’s about making dental care more affordable for Indigenous people.

“Good oral hygiene is directly

Awabakal Ltd CEO Raylene Gordon, HNELHD Oral Health Unit’s Dr Lanny Chor, City of Newcastle councillor Deahnna Richardson and Newcastle state MP Crakanthorp at the official opening of the Awabakal Dental Clinic at Hamilton. Photo: Peter Stoop

linked to good overall health.

“Poor dental care can impact on lots of nutrition and lifestyle issues.

“If you have no teeth, you can’t eat.

“So, we’re proud of what we’ve achieved. And, it’s a nice addition to what we can offer people.”

Ms Gordon said the dental clinic’s wait list had reached three months, prior to the opening of the new facility, which meant preventative oral health suffered, too.

“Even though we’re slowly getting

through that, we tend to turn over patients fairly quickly now with the extra dentist,” she added.

“There is a huge gap in services available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people within the community in general.

“But, HNELHD has been great in relation to this project.

“Dr Lanny Chor was instrumental in making it happen. We can’t thank him – and his team – enough.”

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Banking on Greater support for big shave It was deemed Mission: Possible and, thanks to the Greater Bank and Greater Charitable Foundation, the assignment went off without a hitch.

CEO Scott Morgan, deputy chair Jayne Drinkwater and a hirsute Garry Hazell celebrated the organisation’s new partnership with the Leukaemia Foundation (LF) by taking part in the World’s Greatest Shave at the Hamilton head office.

With staff members eagerly watching on, and shouting words of encouragement, the trio quickly sported new looks, via the handiwork of Jimbo the barber.

“It’s just hair, it will grow back,” said Ms Drinkwater, who is also a director with the Greater Charitable Foundation.

“This shows we’re not just

supporting the Leukaemia Foundation financially but physically, too.”

The three-year partnership between Greater Charitable Foundation and LF will reduce the economic burden and improve health outcomes for people living with blood cancer and their families.

The organisation has committed $229,500, along with the $11,000+ raised by the three brave souls, to ensure the ongoing delivery and expansion of the foundation’s Financial Assistance program, designed to assist residents throughout the Hunter region, wider NSW and South-East Queensland.

The initiative provides patients and their families with monetary support such as covering household bills, and

fuel and grocery vouchers, as well as offers advocacy to those with financial hardship after diagnosis.

The investment from Greater Charitable Foundation will expand the Financial Assistance Program by both increasing the number of blood cancer patients financially supported by 50% and increasing referral pathways to financial counsellors, with the funding to be directed to support people living with blood cancer.

An overwhelmed Leukaemia Foundation’s acting head of

philanthropy Sally Cane said more than 110,000 Australians were living with blood cancer at any given time and in excess of 5,700 people lost their life to blood cancer each year. “[Today] is an amazing day,” she told the Newcastle Weekly.

“It’s great to see an organisation like the Greater Charitable Foundation stepping up.

“This donation will make a huge difference to cancer patients – and help hundreds of people.”

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It’s become a really expensive exercise just to stay alive: Melinda A Cessnock resident living with type 1 diabetes is calling on the federal government for a medical technology subsidy to be made available to more people.

A report by JDRF Australia in 2021 found the incurable condition hits Australians in the hip pocket by a collective $2.9 billion in healthcare costs, reduced wellbeing, lower employment and additional care.

Now, Melinda Ferguson is appealing to the powers-that-be for some financial assistance.

The primary carer of her granddaughter, who lives with a severe disability, was initially diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at the age of 54 after a motorbike accident.

However, after two weeks of hospitalisations and episodes of losing consciousness due to low blood sugar, her diagnosis was changed to type 1 diabetes. “[It] was a big shock to the system,” she said.

“I kept passing out and going into a coma.”

However, like 70,000 other hardworking Australians, Ms Ferguson is missing out on a subsidy for Continuous Glucose Monitoring

(CGM) technology.

After spending upwards of $2,500 each year to use a CGM device, she’d like the federal government to broaden the criteria for this funding.

“I’ve signed so many different petitions over the past four years,” she said.

However, nothing has changed.”

More than 2,100 residents in Newcastle and the Hunter Valley are living with type 1 diabetes.

It is a chronic disease that requires frequent glucose monitoring and can lead to complications such as blindness, kidney damage, cardiovascular disease and amputations.

To best manage their condition, people living with diabetes must check their blood sugar levels regularly throughout the day.

This can either be done with the traditional finger-prick method where people draw blood from their fingertips or with newer CGM technology.

Ms Ferguson uses the FreeStyle Libre 2 CGM system to check her glucose levels daily by scanning the sensor on her arm with a smartphone.

“I could no longer go to work

Cessnock resident Melinda Ferguson, who lives with type 1 diabetes and wearing her CGM sensor on her arm, on her motorbike.

after I was diagnosed because I couldn’t manage my diabetes well enough,” the self-employed learning difficulty specialist said.

When Ms Ferguson started using CGM, she was quickly able to learn how to manage her condition better.

“It’s life-changing,” she said.

“I didn’t realise until I changed to CGM how nervous I was all the time, that if I was going to go too low during the night and I’d pass out and that no one would know or be able to care for my granddaughter.

“That has always been a big fear, but I didn’t realise how great it was.”

The eligibility criteria for the subsidy scheme currently include people with type 1 diabetes who are under 21 years of age, planning a pregnancy, pregnant, who have recently given birth, or are aged 21 years or older with valid concessional status.

This excludes most people who are currently in employment, such as Ms Ferguson.

“It’s become a really expensive

exercise just to stay alive,” she said.

“Those who actually try and participate economically in this world, we’re penalised.”

NSW endocrinologist Dr Stephen Thornley said subsidising CGM for all with type 1 diabetes would revolutionise management for patients who don’t currently qualify.

“With improved control, people feel better and their capacity to work is improved, as is their efficiency at work,” he explained.

“Improved control for type 1 diabetes with CGM will have a favourable impact on reduced hospitalisation, which matters when the health system is under pressure from COVID-19.

“That has to lead to better quality of life, better outcomes in terms of fewer complications.

“Even paying a contribution towards the total cost of the sensors would help.

“Some patients would be happy to partially pay for CGM.” - Rod Thompson

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Exciting project ready to take flight for Milly When self-proclaimed “bird nerd” Amellia “Milly” Formby takes off on her microlight adventure in May it’ll be the start of something she’s been working towards for years.

Since 2016, the now Newcastlebased pilot has had a dream to raise awareness of migratory shorebirds while following their migration path in a microlight aircraft.

“Wing Threads is a flying adventure project that I started about five years ago,” Milly said.

“The plan is to fly around Australia this year to promote our amazing migratory shorebirds and share how awesome they are with teachers and students at schools and libraries all around the coast.”

Milly got the idea for the project

when she was working in Western Australia.

“I had a friend of mine talk about wanting to fly a microlight with his brother around Australia for Royal Flying Doctors,” she explained.

“I had been doing work in shorebird conservation for many years at that point and the next day I had this idea – I could learn to fly a microlight and follow the shorebirds on migration from Australia to Siberia which is pretty epic.”

A few months later she started pursuing the goal and learning to become a pilot.

The journey then led her to move to Newcastle in 2018 to help Lake Macquarie-based company Airborne Australia build her aircraft.

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Amellia “Milly” Formby ahead of her journey around Australia. Photo: Peter Stoop

Milly worked for them in their Redhead factory and thanks to their hard work, two sponsors and a fundraising campaign she finally purchased her microlight.

Since then, the 41-year-old has run another crowdfunding initiative, illustrated a children’s book and continued to plan her trip.

In mid-to-late May, Milly will take off from White Gum Farm near York in WA. She originally had plans to take off from Broome – the shorebird capital of Australia – but changed the route so it would line up better for her ground crew.

“It’ll take me six months to go anti-clockwise around the coast,” she said.

Now, Milly is looking for schools that want to take part in the program.

Through an application form on the Wing Threads website, interested educators can apply.

Milly says she has so much knowledge to share.

“I learnt about shorebirds when I was doing my Zoology degree at Melbourne University,” she said.

“There are about 37 migratory species of shorebirds that visit Australia on a regular basis and every year they fly all the way up to the arctic to breed which is 12,500 kilometres and then they fly all the way back again and they do that every single year.

“We know these birds are really long-lived, we’ve got records of some of them that are over 20 years old which means that by the time

they are 18 they will have flown the distance from the earth to the moon just on migration.

“And, we’re sure there are birds that live much longer than 20-odd years, so it could be flying to the moon several times during their lifetime which is just phenomenal.

“When you learn stories like that it is pretty hard not to be inspired.”

Milly hopes her trip will help raise awareness of the animal and the incredible journey they follow each year.

So far, she says the response to the campaign has been incredible.

“People really connect to it, it blows me away all the time,” Milly told the Newcastle Weekly.

“I am obviously very passionate about shorebirds and very passionate about flying and bringing those two things together in this project really lights me up.”

In June CSIRO Publishing will release A Shorebird Flying Adventure.

Written by Jackie Kerin and illustrated by Milly, it follows Microlight Milly on her journey following the shorebirds.

Milly says buying the book is one way you can support her passion project.

Other ways include sharing her story, donating to the trip or simply following along on her social media.

Go to wingthreads.com or search @WingThreads on Instagram or Facebook for more info or to donate.

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New partnership to assist refugee students When young refugees arrive in the Hunter, access to a good education is one important step in helping them resettle.

However, many of these people are subject to educational disadvantage, due to the poverty and distress they suffer.

To help combat this, as part of Harmony Week 2022, a new partnership agreement between two Catholic Diocese of MaitlandNewcastle agencies has been created to assist students from a refugee background to gain an even footing with their peers.

The CatholicCare Social Services Hunter-Manning and the Catholic Schools Office initiative includes the establishment of a Student Refugee Fund, which will provide assistance

to pupils who are attending, or would like to attend, Catholic schools within the region and experiencing poverty or distress.

With assistance from Catholic Care refugee caseworkers, those eligible can apply for up to $6,000 in financial assistance per annum from the Catholic Schools Office for matters such as fees, resources, tutoring or other forms of support or extra-curricular activities, and counselling and mentoring services.

Principal of St Columban’s Primary School in Mayfield Danielle Reed believes it will have a significant impact on the lives of many in the school community.

“St Columban’s has a longstanding tradition of welcoming migrant children,” Mrs Reed said.

Director of CatholicCare Social Services Hunter-Manning, Gary Christensen, director of Catholic Schools Gerard Mowbray, and principal of St Columban’s Danielle Reed. Photo: Peter Stoop

“Many of our school’s migrant families currently only pay minimal school fees, negotiated on a caseby-case basis. We also often help with the cost of things like uniforms, incursions, excursions, sport, costumes, school camp, laptops and, where necessary, translators.”

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The project involved a series of consultations with young refugees and asylum seekers. Education was frequently raised by the participants as one of the best things about being in Australia, saying it opened up opportunities for their future.

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Newcastle Hardcourt Series tournament director Stephen O’Malley. Photo: Rod Thompson

Tournament director lob-bies for support Hamilton Park Tennis Club’s Stephen O’Malley is passionate about his sport.

And, he wants to help the next generation of talented youngsters on their journey to become another Australian star, such as Ash Barty or Alex de Minaur.

It’s one of the main reasons he developed the Newcastle Hardcourt Series, which kicked off last month.

The tournament not only allowed players to collect important Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) points but also receive prizemoney along the way.

On that occasion, the Hunter Valley’s own Rene Boyton knocked over Lucas Fox 6-1 6-1 in the final.

“It was a really good opportunity for them to earn points and money,” O’Malley said.

“Plus, the feedback from the guys was very positive.

“While there’s many chances for players to pick up points, there’s limited options [for them] when it comes to walking away with cash at that [higher] level.

“So, it’s nice to give them some financial reward for all the work they put in.”

Now, O’Malley is planning to host the competitions, on a monthly basis, with the next one focusing on female players.

But, he requires a helping hand to make it happen.

“I really need a bit of support from sponsors to just cover the costs – for the courts and prizemoney,” the tournament director said.

“It’s a terrific opportunity for a local business to partner with the club and put something back into the sporting community.

“For the players themselves to compete against similarly highlyranked rivals is massive.

“However, we’re all motivated to some extent by money, so you need an added incentive to attract the top men and women.

“Not only can they compare their career progress with others, the chance to also earn money is important.

“It’d be fantastic to see a player, who’s come through the Hardcourt Series here in Newcastle, reach tour level.

“To know we played a role in their development would be a coup for this initiative, too.

“That’s why we’ve attached prizemoney to this competition.”

If you’re interested in being involved in the Newcastle Hardcourt Series as a sponsor, email Stephen O’Malley at stephen_o@hotmail.com - Rod Thompson

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Cardiff Seniors Club The Cardiff Seniors and Pensioners Club is seeking new members for fun bingo on Mondays from 9.30am until 1.30pm. The group also hosts bowls on Fridays from 9.30am until midday and cards from 12.30pm to 3pm. For details contact group secretary Roger on 0406 727 455. Our address is 52 Harrison Street, Cardiff.

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Potted Potter is coming to Newcastle from Friday 8 to Sunday 10 April. Go to civictheatrenewcastle.com.au/what-s-on/allshows/potted-potter for more info.

Newcastle Ladies’ Probus Club

The Newcastle Ladies' Probus Club meets at Wests Newcastle on the first Wednesday of each month starting at 10.30am. They have interesting guest speakers, coffee mornings, a walking group and other activities. They are a friendly group who would welcome any new members. For more information, contact Margaret 0417 663 064 or Sandra 0438 622 608.

Swansea Men’s Shed garage sale Next month the Swansea Men’s Shed will host a massive garage sale. Rain, hail or shine the event will go ahead at their shed on the Pacific Highway at Blacksmiths, just north of the bridge. Items will be on sale from 7.30am on Saturday 22 April.

Free Family Funday

Enjoy a free end of season splash at Cessnock Pool, Branxton Pool or Kurri Kurri Aquatic and Fitness Centre this Sunday 27 March. Residents will gain free entry into the pools from 10am until 4pm – they’re invited to come along to celebrate the end of the summer season.

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Touring Science Show After touring around Australia to sold-out audiences and four-star reviews, Rachel Rayner is bringing her travelling science show A Flying Photon to Newcastle and Maitland. It is science meets theatre meets stand-up comedy in this amalgamated mess of exploration and discovery. On Saturday 9 April she will be at the Royal Exchange Salon Theatre in Newcastle from 7pm and then, the following day she will be at Maitland’s Studio Amsterdam. To purchase tickets, visit events. humanitix.com/tours/a-flying-photon

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Hunter authors to host book launch

On Saturday 26 March two local authors – Emily S Smith and Sharon J Boyce – will host a launch party for their new books at Unit 1, 10 Pipeclay Avenue, Thornton. From 10.30am until 12.30pm the duo will talk about Kora Kerplunk’s Travelling Tongue and There’s a Shark at my School. At the event there will also be games, craft, prizes, and more. Both authors will share their stories and be available to sign copies of their books on the day.

Learn about Maitland’s Taverns Visit the Maitland Regional Museum (73 Church Street, Maitland) on Saturdays and Sundays until 29 May to learn about the regions Inns and Taverns. Weekday group bookings are also available and include morning tea or afternoon tea. The exhibition is called Raise Your Glass. For more information phone 4933 4450 or email maitlandmuseum@gmail.com newcastleweekly.com.au

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School Holiday feature KIDS GO FREE AT HUNTER VALLEY WILDLIFE PARK IN APRIL 2022 One of the region’s best kept secrets is the Hunter Valley Wildlife Park, located in Lomas Lane, Nulkaba near Lovedale.

It’s a place where you can get up close to both exotic and native animals in the region.

This year Hunter Valley Wildlife Park is incredibly excited to share that for the entire month of April 2022 Kids Park Entry Tickets are free with an adult ticket purchase (T&Cs apply).

If you love being around nature and wildlife, it’s a place you must visit. If you fancy getting behind the enclosures, there are a variety of animal encounters you can book into. They include squirrel monkeys, lions, meerkats, binturong, maned wolf, emperor tamarins and white and black ruffed lemurs. Giraffe feeding is coming soon.

Kids will love walking through the lorikeet aviary or spending time with the farmyard animals where you can feed the goats and sheep.

It’s an unforgettable experience in a Wildlife Park setting like no other. Join in the fun this school holidays and don’t miss out on this limited time offer.

Parent NSW and Discover vouchers are accepted until 30 June 2022.

PORT STEPHENS KOALA SANCTUARY Open every day these school holidays from 9am-5pm, the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary is a partnership between Port Stephens Council and Port Stephens Koalas, the volunteer group who provide world-class care to sick, injured and orphaned koalas.

Use your Dine & Discover vouchers when you visit the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary that offers a unique opportunity to see koalas in their natural habitat as well as support their long-term rehabilitation, preservation and conservation in the wild.

Learn of the plight of koala along the educational Sanctuary Story Walk, take a look through the Koala Hospital viewing window, and get a tree top perspective of koala on the Newcastle Airport SKYwalk and elevated viewing platform.

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KIDS GO FREE ALL OF APRIL 2022 AT THE HUNTER VALLEY WILDLIFE PARK * MORE VALUE FOR YOUR FAMILY To celebrate the school holidays; the Hunter Valley Wildlife Park & Australian Wildlife Parks (Mogo Wildlife Park in Bateman’s Bay and Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park) are offering FREE Kids Entry Tickets with an adult ticket booking for the entire month of April 2022!

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Discover and Parent NSW vouchers are accepted up to 30th June 2022. There will be lots of Fun Family Easter activities for the kids at the parks throughout April 2022.

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Young chef one step closer to his dreams Jayden Dann has always had a passion for cooking.

Ever since he was just eight-yearsold he’s been more than happy to jump in the kitchen and whip up a meal for anyone who wants it.

At such a young age his repertoire wasn’t very extensive but now, at 20, his skills have just won him a scholarship to cook with London’s finest.

The foodie was awarded the Hunter TAFE Foundation and Hunter Culinary Association’s most sought-after prize, the Brett Graham Scholarship.

The funds will help cover the costs of airfares and accommodation in London.

After entering the competition last year, it’s something he’s had his eye on for a while now.

“I am so happy it’s only just starting to sink in and feel real so it’s hard to actually explain the emotion,” Jayden said.

In most of his spare time over the past few weeks, Jayden’s been preparing for the competition.

When he was not at work, he was either filling in paperwork or honing his skills in the kitchen.

Luckily, being employed as a chef at EXP. Restaurant in Pokolbin meant he could also keep practising while on the job.

When it comes to going to London to work under former Novocastrian

Japanese inspired Delcado guacamole Serves: 4-6 Prep / Cook Time: 25 mins 4 ripe Delcado avocados 1/2 packet fresh wonton wrappers 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon flaked sea salt 1/2 teaspoon Togarashi chilli (optional) Juice 1 lime 1 tablespoon white miso 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1/2 cup spring onion, finely sliced 1/2 bunch coriander, finely sliced 1/2 teaspoons black sesame seeds 1/2 cup edamame, podded 1/3 cup pickled ginger 2 packets toasted nori snack squares Preheat an oven to 180°C and line a baking tray with baking paper.

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Cut the wonton wrapper in half to make triangles and lightly brush with sesame oil. Lay close together on the baking tray and sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt and chilli. Bake for 8 minutes until just golden then cool.

Repeat if needed to cook in batches and set aside. Scoop the flesh from the Delcados into a mixing bowl and add lime juice, a good pinch of sea salt, miso and remaining sesame oil. Using a whisk or potato masher, mash to a chunky consistency and stir through two thirds of the spring onion and all the coriander.

Season to taste and spoon into a serving bowl. Sprinkle over a good pinch of chilli and the black sesame seeds. Scatter on top the pickled ginger, edamame and some of the nori, torn. Serve with the wonton chips, extra nori and remaining spring onion.

Recipe by Tom Walton

Brett Graham in his highly acclaimed restaurant – The Ledbury, Jayden says he couldn’t be more thrilled.

It’s taking him one step closer to his dream.

“I am very excited, my next goal in life was to go and work in London whether this competition took me there or not so it’s great I get to go,” he said.

“My goal is to learn as much as possible and share that knowledge and in about ten years I want to open my own place and show everyone what I have learnt and have that experience with them.”

Jayden was one of three finalists who cooked their hearts out for the coveted prize on Tuesday (15 March).

He made the top three alongside Ian Tintero and Jahri Etteridge after a preliminary final last week.

While it was a tough choice, Jayden’s dishes won the judges over.

- Elizabeth Symington

Jayden Dann during the competition.

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Preparations well in place for Autumn Fair Following the success of the inaugural Lake Mac Autumn Fair last year, preparations are well in place for the 2022 extravaganza.

The Rotary clubs of Warners Bay, Toronto Sunrise and Cardiff, in association with Lake Macquarie City Council, will stage the second event at Speers Point Park on Saturday 30 April between 9am and 4pm.

The free family fun day hosted more than 5,000 people in 2021, with organisers anticipating a larger crowd to descend upon the venue next month.

“We’re hoping for about 6,000 to 7,000 this time around,” a spokesperson said.

“The fair is a great opportunity

for Rotary clubs and other charitable organisations – such as Survivors R Us, Got Your Back Sista, Camp Quality, Marine Rescue, Hunter Heart Safe, Hearts and Hands, Clown Doctors and the Girl Guides – to come together and raise some funds in an enjoyable community setting.

“We think it is the biggest multicharity event in the state.”

The Lake Mac Autumn Fair boasts loads of activities for all ages, including traditional fair games, the highly-popular dunny roll toss, train and pony rides, face painting, petting zoo, vintage car exhibits, market and food stalls, demonstrations and displays from local emergency

The highly-popular dunny roll toss will return to the Lake Mac Autumn Fair in 2022.

services – featuring NSW RFS, NSW SES and NSW Police, and non-stop entertainment with the likes of Joey Fimmano, Lucky Starr, Roland Storm, James and Anna Buckingham, and Town Crier Stephen Clarke.

Radio station 2NURFM will also broadcast from the park between 9am and noon.

“We’ll have something for everyone,” the spokesperson said.

“In addition to the program,

there’ll be a line-up of dancing studios; performing arts; line dancers; club and show bands; high schools; concert, ukulele and pipe groups; float plane trips courtesy of JoyAir; and boat rides on the lake courtesy of Marine Rescue.

“It’s the combined Rotary clubs’ major fundraiser, but we couldn’t do it without our sponsors.

“So, we’d like to thank all of them for their support.”

- Rod Thompson

She’s back! Everyone’s favourite forgetful mum, Maggie Beare, is headed to Civic Theatre.

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Lake Mac to burst into colour for Youth Week Two sports centres in Lake Macquarie will become a hive of activity and colour next month as part of Youth Week 2022.

Colour run events aimed at under18s are scheduled for Saturday 9 April and Thursday 14 April at Morisset and Windale PCYC centres.

Morisset PCYC manager Sarah Lenton said the events had been organised with the help of young people – they had an input in how it would be run and what obstacles were included.

“It’s a day of pure fun and attendees will have to weave their way through an obstacle course which involves tyre hopping, a slip ‘n’ slide, sprinkler and star jump station,” she said.

“Supervisors will spray attendees

with different powders at each obstacle before everyone has a fullblown colour fight.”

The event is in line with this year’s theme, It’s up to YOU’th – directing young locals to take control and be more together than ever.

Lake Macquarie City Council manager community partnerships Andrew Bryant said the Youth Week events would allow attendees to express their views.

“Youth Week is an opportunity for young people to share ideas, attend live events, have their voices heard on issues of concern to them, showcase talents and celebrate their contribution to the community,” he said.

“But most importantly, it’s about having fun.”

Morisset PCYC manager Sarah Lenton has been working with young people to create the event.

The free colour runs are just two of many events happening this Youth Week (1 to 14 April) – a state-wide tradition spanning more than three decades.

Lake Mac residents aged 1224 are encouraged to attend the celebrations, which also include a youth leadership forum and mental health workshops delivered by mental health foundation, Headspace.

Other events include a youth artisan marketplace at Cameron Park, team building workshops at Doyalson and an arts, music and sports festival hosted by Northlakes Youth Service.

All events have been jointly funded by Lake Macquarie City Council and the NSW Government.

Go to lakemac.com.au for more information.

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Nostagia Festival to return to Kurri Kurri Polish your cars, shine your shoes and get out your best dresses, the Kurri Kurri Nostalgia Festival will be rocking and rolling back into town this weekend.

The three-day Hunter festival that promises to bring the 1950s to life in the streets of Kurri Kurri, will open its gates on 25 March, with a new funding boost from Cessnock City Council.

Celebrating all the good things from the 1950’s – rock n roll music, dancing, classic cars, vintage clothing and good old-fashioned fun, organisers promise there’ll be something for everyone.

Free entertainment and activities will be on offer throughout the weekend in Rotary Park, including

Wes and the Sonic Aces, Jake, Rattle & Roll, Shelley Minson, Robbie and the Rewinders, Jumpin Jukebox, Klub Kongo and the Piranha Tamers and Klassic Blak.

For lovers of classic cars and hot rods, Shannon’s Show and Shine promises to be a highlight, with an amazing display of hundreds of immaculate vintage vehicles.

The Retro Market Place will bring together some of the biggest and best nostalgia-themed retro and vintage market stalls from across the country, showcasing themed merchandise, retro goods, vintage clothing, rock n roll memorabilia, and collectables.

The festival organiser Towns With Heart has been provided with $10,400 in-kind support for the nationally

Polish your cars, shine your shoes and get out your best dresses, the Kurri Kurri Nostalgia Festival is back this weekend.

famous festival.

Cessnock City Council will provide waste management, park management, and amenity management over the weekend.

Whether you remember the 1950s or are inspired by that era, getting dressed up is also part of the fun, with the community encouraged to donn their best vintage or retro outfits for a chance to win a prize.

“This festival is one of a kind and attracts people from across the entire region as well as from across the whole country,” Cessnock mayor Jay Suvaal said.

It kicks off this Friday 25 March, with a Free Family Fun Night from 5pm in Rotary Park.

For the full program go to kurrikurrinostalgiafestival.com.au - Rebecca Riddle

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What’s on STREET EATS: Head to Metford Recreation Reserve and Skatepark on Friday 25 March for the latest edition of Street Eats. From 5pm to 8pm there will be a variety of food trucks and live music. For more info, go to mymaitland.com.au/ event/street-eats-metford/ MOTOR NEURONE FUNDRAISER: On Friday 25 March at 7.30pm a free concert will be hosted at Charlestown Bowling Club. It will feature the Novatones, the Waratah Male Voice Choir and Miss Phoebe Parnell as a guest soloist. All money will be donated to the MND Association. Contact Andrew at a_r_aust@yahoo.com for more info.

FASHION FRENZY: Grab a bargain at the Dress for Success Fashion Frenzy this Saturday 26 March. From 9am until 12pm hundreds of preloved items will be available at the Showroom Carpark (116a Belford Street, Broadmeadow).

There are no change rooms, all items are $5.

ROBYN REYNOLDS: Join UK-based comedian Robyn Reynolds for a hilarious show this Saturday 26 March. She’ll perform at the Rogue Scholar (4 -6 Union Street, Newcastle West) from 7.30pm to 8.30pm. To purchase tickets, go to stickytickets. com.au/e90kq/robyn_reynolds__mermaid.aspx

Head to Metford on Friday for the latest edition of Street Eats.

FASHION PARADE: The Anglican Parish of Beresfield/Thornton will be holding a fashion parade on Saturday 26 March at 1:30pm. Fashions

by Donna Lou. Donations of $10 include afternoon tea and Lucky door. For more information, please phone Bev on 0409 810 278.

SUNDAY SESSIONS: Grab a wine or beer and enjoy some local music and art making at the Museum of Art and Culture in Lake Macquarie on Sunday 27 March. It starts at 1pm, to purchase tickets go to eventbrite.com.au/e/sundaysessions-at-mac-tickets-158190121913 CREATIVE PLAY FOR UNDER 5’S: On the last Tuesday of each month kids under 5 can enjoy hands-on activities at the Multi-Arts Pavillion

in Speers Point. Bookings are essential, visit eventbrite.com.au/e/creative-play-for-under-5stickets-162385370013 to register.

CHAMBER MUSIC AT THE CATHEDRAL: Enjoy beautiful music from the flute, piano, violin and viola at a concert at Christ Church Cathedral on Sunday 3 April from 2.30pm. Hear trios by J.C.F. Bach, César Cui and French composer Melanie Bonis, plus music by Mozart, Hoffmeister and Saint-Saëns.

Tickets are $20 and are available at StickyTickets and at the door. School students free.

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Bruce Mathiske to perform at Cessnock World acclaimed guitar sensation Bruce Mathiske, together with percussionist and artist Adam Manning, will take you on a musical and visual journey at Cessnock next month.

On Saturday 2 April from 8pm they will take to the Cessnock Performing Arts Centre stage.

Their show will incorporate influences from the likes of JS Bach, The Rolling Stones, original pieces and well-known classics. Organisers say the production is a musical feast combining fiery fretwork, tender melodies and exciting rhythms from the only virtuoso guitar/didgeridoo player in the world.

Bruce Mathiske’s music has evolved into an exciting and unique style all of his own as he effortlessly blends Australia’s traditional and modern cultural influences.

His songs have featured in numerous ABC documentaries

On Saturday 2 April Bruce Mathiske will play at the Cessnock Performing Arts Centre.

and TV stories but most notably he composed the entire soundtrack for the Australian Geographic series The Best of Australia.

The Guitar Artistry concert experience embraces multicultural flavours and Indigenous influences which are woven together with rhythmic authenticity in a sound that is uniquely Australian and has led to

standing ovations worldwide.

Percussionist Adam Manning will join Mathiske live on stage and draw upon his Indigenous heritage and create a painting which will evolve over the evening and be given away to an audience member.

Tickets are on sale now. Go to cessnockperformingartscentre.com. au or phone 4993 4266 to book.

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TV debut a much-needed boost for The Beanies When local children tune into ABC Kids this month, they might see someone who used to be just like them.

Someone who spent their childhood growing up in Newcastle with big dreams for the future.

At the start of the month Novocastrian Michael Yore and his band The Beanies made their television debut.

Tuesday 1 March marked one of the biggest days in their six-year history – eight animated song and dance video clips began airing on ABC Kids.

Yore says “it felt wonderful” when they popped up on TV. “We’ve been releasing our music with ABC for a long time but to actually see it on TV was so exciting

for us,” he said.

“We have been working towards that for so many years now, so to see our faces on the tele and to see our video clips on ABC IVIEW is a wonderful feeling.”

It’s something the trio – Yore, Miriam ‘Mim’ Rizvi and Laura Dawson – had been dreaming about for quite some time.

“We started off thinking that we’d make some podcasts and sing some songs and things like that,” Yore said.

“It was just a nice project for us to do together as a group and share with a few people and then over the years, we realised that we had a following starting, so we were like ok, let’s get this going and it’s grown from there.”

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The Beanies: Miriam ‘Mim’ Rizvi, Michael Yore and Laura Dawson.

Appearing on TV was a muchneeded boost for the group after COVID-19 cancelled almost $50,000 worth of gigs in the space of a week in 2020.

“We have not been able to perform much at all,” Yore said.

“It’s been a tough couple of years but with things opening up again we have started booking shows again which is really exciting.”

Yore hopes Newcastle will be on the list of places they visit this year.

“I would really love to come up to Newcastle and do some performances there because it is my hometown,” he said.

Meanwhile, they’ll continue to be seen on TV as their eight video clips have become part of ABC’s regular programming.

- Elizabeth Symington

Seniors Festival

Connecting With Your Community Friday 1 April, 10am – 1pm Centre Court at Jesmond Central Join us for a Connecting With Your Community Workshop presented by City of Newcastle and find out what council services are available to seniors. Plus, learn how you can live independently in the Hunter from NovaCare and let ComputerPals help you become more tech-savvy.

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home | in the garden

Time to plant out all those yummy vegetables The weather is cooling, which encourages the planting of winter veggies.

Preparation of beds should be completed by now as it is time to plant out all those yummy vegetables for stews and soups.

If not yet prepared, try a quick fi x.

Dig in a pelleted fertiliser such as Searles Five in One, plant and apply Flourish for Herbs and Vegetables.

Then in a couple of weeks fertilise with poultry manure, which is alkaline and preferred by winter crops.

Brassicas are the major group of vegetables produced as winter crops - they include cabbage, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts.

It is getting a little late to plant broccoli, which should be planted by the end of March – unless you have a warm spot and encourage growth with a side dressing of fertiliser every five-to-six weeks.

A relative of broccoli is cauliflower but it does

take longer to grow (14-to-24 weeks).

The curds, that is the centre, when formed should be protected from direct sunlight by using the cauliflower’s own leaves - tying larger ones together to form a cover over the curd.

Cabbage is easier to grow than broccoli and cauliflower.

It likes fast growth, nitrogen being the activator.

During growth, either apply mulching of poultry manure or side dressings of sulphate of ammonia.

Coastal gardeners would be wise to occasionally add sulphate of potash while cabbages are maturing.

While butterflies are annoying pests to brassicas, some control can be achieved by applying a vegetable dust.

There are many other vegetables that can be grown in winter, including English spinach, silverbeet, carrots, broad beans, peas, leeks and parsnips.

Homemade citrus garlands WITH HOME EDITOR, ABBEY HALTER

With autumn in the air, it’s time to revamp your home to match the season.

The warmth of orange is a classic way to embrace the energy of falling leaves and temperatures. A perfectly delightful way to incorporate this cosy ambience into your space is by making aromatic citrus garlands to hang around your home.

Newcastle Weekly created our own garlands, and here are the bewitchingly charming results.

What you’ll need Citrus of your choice; we chose lemons, limes, grapefruit, and oranges A dehydrator (or oven, but we’re told that doesn’t work as well)

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Real estate | property news

Granny flats, rebuilds and dual keys on the rise Worries about aged care, a lingering rental crisis and dire housing affordability are all forcing Hunter residents to seek out alternative future living arrangements.

Emerging from a two-year COVID-19 lockdown, many of us are redefining the term “home”, says Lake Macquarie-based business owner Kerri-Ann Hooper, leading to the rejigging of plans.

As building broker and director of Carnelian Projects for the past 10 years, Ms Hooper says 2022 is welcoming a new set of housing trends, thanks to soaring land prices and local land shortages.

“We’re seeing a shift to more clients considering rebuilds in key Newcastle and Hunter region suburbs,” the former real estate agent says.

“There’s a movement by parents considering granny flats to assist their adult children who are outpriced from the local property market.

“And, there’s also been a rise in the popularity of dual key homes in the region.”

Looking ahead at ways to keep a roof over our heads is fast becoming a feature of 2022.

Rebuilds “We’re seeing knockdowns in central suburbs like Newcastle, New Lambton, Cooks Hill and Adamstown Heights,” Ms Hooper says.

“People love where they live but because land prices have soared recently, they can no longer afford to buy new land so they’re rebuilding on their current site.

“Even outer suburbs like Cessnock and Bellbird have seen increases in land prices.

“In Edgeworth’s Brush Creek Estate for example, a 450 sq/m block is selling for $455,000.

“In Cameron Park a block that was $190,000 just a few years ago, is now up to $400,000 or even $500,000.”

These prices, Ms Hooper says, mean homeowners are reluctant to part with their dirt.

“The land crisis of 2021 saw government grants push the demand for land up so high, many hoping to build couldn’t even find the land to build on.

“People are now rethinking ways to use the land they have.”

Rebuilding does, however come with its own set of risks, she warns.

“There can be hidden surprises and costs that owners need to consider,” she says.

“Just like when renovating.

“There could be 100-year-old pipes or electricity poles that can’t support a new home, there could be asbestos under the driveway for example - 50 to 60 years ago it was normal to bury things like that on your land.”

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An alternative to a complete rebuild that is experiencing a resurgence in the Hunter region is the granny flat, Ms Hooper says.

Designed to accommodate one or two persons, a granny flat is a selfcontained living area, detached or free-standing, usually located on the grounds of a family home.

Its name stems from its traditional

Many residents across the Hunter are redefining the term “home”.

role of housing ageing parents, yet in 2022 it is welcoming a new purpose, Ms Hooper says.

“Granny flats are becoming an option for homeowners to help their adult children enter the real estate market,” she told Newcastle Weekly.

“Adding a self-contained unit on their block not only gives their kids a home for now, but it also offers parents a place to move into later.”

And, with limited aged care available across the region, a granny flat also offers a costeffective way of utilising excess land well into the future.

“Granny flats cost around $160,000 to $200,000 depending on the block,” she says.

“For an established block, like a subdivided block in Cardiff currently on the market for $500,000 to $550,000, the build price would be around $380,000.

“This can be an affordable option for young adults now priced out of the Newcastle market.”

Dual Key Homes Sharing a house but not a living space is another option gaining ground, Ms Hooper says.

Although it looks like a standard home from the street, dual key homes offer two separate entrances and are generally used by two separate families living side by side.

“They can’t be separated or subdivided,” Ms Hooper explains.

“They are sold as one home on the one block.

“Some estates don’t allow them because of the extra cars they attract, but councils usually love them because they look like a normal home.”

Many investors, Ms Hooper says, are currently living in one and renting the other.

“Some are using the twobedroom side of the home and renting the three-bedroom side.

Then in the future they might swap as their circumstances change.”

For now, it is all about planning for the future.

“I think people are concerned about aged care, we’re all aware of the current rental crisis and the stresses of housing affordability, and that’s all at the front of people’s minds at the moment.

“It’s great that people are planning ahead.”

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Investigate new ideas and opportunities over the next few days, as you may be pleasantly surprised by the outcome and developments could lead you somewhere useful. avoid tempers if you are under pressure, as this week is a melting pot of intense feelings.

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Weigh the good with the bad in the knowledge that you can accommodate new or unusual events. You may be drawn to an exciting project that brings your skillsets into play.

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To enter, scan the QR code or visit newcastleweekly.com.au and click on the ‘Entertainment’ tab to ‘Competitions’, find the competition you wish to enter and follow the entry instructions. Entries close 9am Thursday 31 March 2022 and winner drawn same day. One entry per person. Entrants must be aged 18+.

WIN! My Life is Murder DVDs Award-winning actress Lucy Lawless (Xena: Warrior Princess, Parks and Recreation) stars in this contemporary Australian mystery series as retired cop Alexa Crowe. But with her old boss (Bernard Curry, Once Upon a Time) regularly asking for her insight on cold cases and a young police data-analyst (Ebony Vagulans, The Heart Guy) eager to be mentored—whether Alexa wants to or not—Alexa can’t seem to stop solving crime. Tenacious and unapologetic, Alexa brings her dry wit and brash style as she contends with a suspicious death at a competitive cooking school, a murder in an exclusive cycling club, a woman who fell from the balcony of a male escort’s apartment, a locked-room mystery, and more.

The series features a wonderful array of guest stars including Danielle Cormack (Wentworth), Don Hany (East West 101), Magda Szubanski (Kath & Kim), Adrienne Pickering (Rake), and Nadine Garner (The Doctor Blake Mysteries).

My Life if Murder Series One is out now on DVD. Newcastle Weekly has 10 copies to giveaway.

Newcastle Weekly competition winners The winners in our latest round of competition draws are: Dalgliesh DVDs P. Ross, Irena Kuszelyk, Janice Osborn, Megan O’Neill, Annette Saunders, Diana Gundert, Jane Hogno, Gayle Thompson, Hollie Enright, Thelma Purchase Puffin Easter prize pack Jennifer Allen Power book Karen Mackenzie

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FAMILY I am a mother of two, the eldest of six and Aunty to many. My family is not just who I live with, the kinship system is how I do life.

COUNTRY AND SPIRIT This is where I am refreshed, connect, and am restored.

My favourite things

LEGACY

Cherie Johnson Proud Gamilaroi and Weilwun woman and founder of Speaking in Colour Cherie is a successful business owner. Speaking in Colour is an 100% owned and operated Aboriginal company focused on embedding Aboriginal cultural perspectives into classrooms, government policy, board rooms and workplaces. Cherie is also a highly-regarded lecturer in Aboriginal culture and education, and is a sought-after advisor for creating culturally safe workplaces.

Cherie has a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Sydney, a Diploma in Teaching from the University of Newcastle and is a PhD candidate researching the effects of the revitalisation of cultural practices and the effects that has upon first nation women in the contemporary context. As an accomplished artist, Cherie has exhibited photographic and woven artworks in Perth, Sydney and Newcastle and major public artworks completed in Newcastle.

Cherie is also a board member for Allambie Care and is an active member of the Awabakal Community.

As an entrepreneur and member of my community, I believe in making a difference and giving back. We are all but a link in the chain and I am prepared to do my bit.

ABORIGINAL CULTURE I love learning and teaching, passing along what I have learnt. Building capability not just in my community but for the wider community as well.

NATURE AND FITNESS I love trail running, I enjoy fitness and the fun you can have.

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