February 2024

FEBRUARY 2024

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It’s not the first time I’ve said it, and I’m sure it won’t be the last, but the Hunter boasts some incredible individuals and organisations.

You only had to look at who won the Citizen of the Year awards throughout the region.

We are truly blessed to have so many residents go “above and beyond” for their respective communities.

However, I think that level rose even further in 2023 following the horrific Greta bus tragedy, which claimed 10 local lives and devastated a nation.

To see those people, and the selfless first-responders, recognised at the Cessnock ceremony on Australia Day was extremely touching.

Although, I’m positive they would rather be receiving praise in better circumstances.

Even the list of nominees in each LGA, and varying categories – young and old, was impressive, too.

So, congratulations to Professor Nathan Bartlett (City of Newcastle), Megan Ambrose (Port Stephens), Dr Janece McDonald (Maitland City), Paul Goldman (Cessnock City) and Diana Thorning (Singleton).

All were deserving of their respective accolades.

Until next month, keep smiling.

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MEETING A STRONG DEMAND

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TAKING THE INITIATIVE

Group proposes information centre at Tomaree

Raymond Terrace BC unveils $39m redevelopment

Community 8

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A YEAR WITHOUT BEER Novocastrian pledges to give up alcohol for good cause

Lifestyle BEST PUB TRIVIA GUIDE 10 NEWY'S Enjoy a laid-back midweek escape with mates TIPS WITH MATT & BRETT 12 TRAVEL Do friends make the best holiday companions?

Entertainment 15 ACTIVITIES APLENTY IN FEBRUARY

What's on to keep everyone entertained this month

22 FUN TIMES GUARANTEED ALL-ROUND Let's Get the Party Started with great shows

ON THE COVER All-round entertainer Myf Warhurst has spent the past month in Newcastle. See story, page 18

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NEWS

Heritage group hopes to establish information centre at Tomaree

W

ith facts and figures at the

of Communities and Justice, who has

ready, the Tomaree Headland

management responsibility for Tomaree

Heritage Group (THHG) is pushing

Lodge, to state its case.

ahead with plans to establish its own visitor information centre (VIC) at the site.

It comes after the organisation manned

“There’s also a need, now, for material on the recently-opened Coastal Walk.

“So, after the latest influx of tourists, it’s

“We periodically provide this service (help

clear to us we must meet the demand and

desk) to ensure the visiting public can access

boast our own information and kiosk facility.

information and directions at the entry point

“We think it makes a lot of sense since

a “help desk” over the Christmas-New

to the Tomaree Head Summit Walk, which

Tomaree Headland is the most popular

Year holiday period, with volunteers being

is otherwise unavailable,” president Peter

attraction in Port Stephens.

overwhelmed by a record number of people

Clough said.

“It’s such a major asset for the region."

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walking to the summit.

They were also met by several key concerns, including a significant lack of parking and associated traffic management issues; inadequate signage and directions for guests; and a need for material about ARTICLE ROD THOMPSON

the area and Tomaree Coastal Walk.

The THHG will present the data, obtained over 11 days, to National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS), Port Stephens Council, Destination Port Stephens, Port Stephens MP Kate Washington, Paterson MP Meryl Swanson and the Department

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Raymond Terrace Bowling Club redevelopment ‘envy’ of others

A

$39 million redevelopment will ensure the Raymond Terrace Bowling Club is the envy of its

counterparts for decades to come.

The sporting organisation’s cooperative recently submitted plans to Port Stephens Council for the innovative three-stage proposal, which have now been referred to the Hunter and Central Coast Regional Planning Panel.

If successful, the Jacaranda Avenue site will not only boast a six-storey 50-room hotel, restaurant, bar, pool, gym, function

ARTICLE ROD THOMPSON

and office space, but a state-of-the-art bowling facility capable of hosting national

Hemisphere to have covered synthetic

and international tournaments, bringing

greens, about 17-18 years ago, and that put

thousands of tourists to the region.

us on the map.

“It’s been a little while in the making

“However, this expansion is going to take

thought process of the concept.

Currently, Raymond Terrace Bowling Club consists of a single-storey building, three bowling greens and a car park.

but it’s getting to the exciting part now,”

us to the next level. It will position us really

chairman Brett Gleeson told the Newcastle

well for the future – 10, 20 years down the

time for an upgrade’ and ‘thinking about

Weekly.

track – after it’s completed.”

our future’, which hasn’t happened for a

“We were the first club in the Southern

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COMMUNITY

Jack resists beer pressure for a year to support Camp Quality Like any social norm, he said the greatest

for 28-year-old Jack O’Toole, who is

challenge had been people’s perceptions

one month into a year-long pledge to

of his choice to have a year off the beer.

give up alcohol.

So strong in his convictions was the Newcastle East resident that he started the challenge at midnight on New Year’s Eve.

“I always knew it’d be an interesting experiment, but it all depends on who you surround yourself with,” he said.

“Most of my mates have been

“I handed a half-drunk beer to my mate,

supportive, but other people who might

and he asked, ‘Are you serious?’” Jack told

not know me so well have dished out the

the Newcastle Weekly.

peer pressure. It’s always, ‘Why aren’t you

“That mindset has been really important.”

It’s all for a good cause, with Jack raising

drinking?’, not ‘Why are you drinking?’”

Jack said he’d noticed more young

money for Camp Quality, a non-profit

people choosing to give up alcohol,

organisation which supports kids impacted

whether temporarily, for movements like

by cancer.

Dry January and Dry July, or altogether.

It’s one close to his heart, having personally battled a brain tumour as a child.

Since then, he’s looked for every

“There’s a definite shift,” he said.

“More people are realising you don’t need to go out on a Friday or Saturday

opportunity to give back to the organisation,

night and get tanked just to have a

regularly volunteering at camps and

good time.”

participating in the annual 1000Ks 4 Kids cycling fundraiser.

Jack has reached almost $3,000 of his $10,000 fundraising goal.

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PARTNERSHIP WITH CITY OF NEWCASTLE

Gallery work lays foundation for cultural tourism boom

The new year is only a few weeks old and we're already celebrating significant milestones at City of Newcastle.

We've welcomed swimmers back into the water at the Newcastle

City of Newcastle representatives join state and federal MPs and stakeholders to unveil foundation stone.

Ocean Baths and officially opened the multimillion-dollar grandstand at Lambton War Memorial Swimming Centre, providing plenty of options for people looking to beat the heat this summer.

The foundation stone for Newcastle Art Gallery’s expansion has been

T

he expansion of Newcastle Art

for the official ceremony, unveiling the

Gallery has taken another step

bluestone paver to commemorate the

forward with NSW Arts Minister John

major funding partners involved.

Graham unveiling the foundation stone.

Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes

unveiled as work on the landmark

It follows the installation of a 33-metre

said the expanded gallery would become a

infrastructure project continues, while

high tower crane on site to facilitate the next

new figures show Newcastle is leading

stage of construction.

the way in the supply of housing in the Hunter, with the third highest number of building approvals across the state.

These developments are just the beginning of a big 2024 for Newcastle.

regionally significant cultural destination.

"By more than doubling the size of Newcastle Art Gallery and delivering a suite

"This offers a home to one of Australia's most significant art collections."

of modern facilities of international standing, this project will offer a home to one of Australia's most significant art collections," Cr Nelmes said.

The expansion project includes an additional 1,600 square metres of exhibition space with dedicated areas for

NUATALI NELMES

Minister Graham joined Lord Mayor

the Gallery's collection on the lower level,

Nuatali Nelmes, Federal Member for

while the upper level will cater for a variety

Newcastle Lord Mayor

Newcastle Sharon Claydon and Newcastle

of travelling exhibitions, including

Art Gallery Foundation Chair Suzie Galwey

international shows.

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Bringing local shows to local audiences

at the Playhouse

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ENTERTAINMENT

Newcastle’s best pub trivia guide

Check out the pub trivia scene in Newcastle for a laid-back midweek escape with your mates.

MONDAYS The Delany Hotel, 7pm, 134 Darby St, Cooks Hill.

TUESDAYS The Sunnyside Tavern, 7pm, 20 Broadmeadow Rd, Broadmeadow.

Warners at the Bay, 7pm, 320 Hillsborough Rd, Warners Bay. Bay. Stag and Hunter Hotel, 7pm, 187 Maitland Rd, Mayfield.

Sydney Junction Hotel, 7pm, 8 Beaumont St, Hamilton.

The Bennett Hotel, 7pm, 146 Denison St, Hamilton.

Hotel Jesmond, 6.30pm, Cnr Newcastle Rd & Blue Gum Rd, Jesmond.

Mary Ellen Hotel, 7.30pm, 51 Railway St, Merewether.

Mattara Hotel, 7pm, 333 Charlestown Rd, Charlestown.

Bar Mellow, 7pm, Ground Floor, 744 Hunter St,

Coming soon to Michael Bell’s Artworks from 1993 - 2023

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Created and written by

Jonathan Biggins, Drew Forsythe and Phillip Scott

This exhibition will be officially opened by special guest, Mark Mordue.

Performed by

Jonathan Biggins, Mandy Bishop, Drew Forsythe and David Whitney with Michael Tyack

Sparkling wine and canapés on arrival 17-piece big band KALEIDOSCOPE Prizes and giveaways on the night

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Warners Bay Hotel, 7pm, 5 John St, Warners

Newcastle West.

The Young Street Hotel, 7pm, 132 Young St,

Cricketer’s Arms Hotel, 6.30pm, 61 Bruce St,

Carrington.

Cooks Hill.

Modus Merewether, 7pm, 20 Merewether St,

The Great Northern Hotel, 7pm, 83-89 Scott

Merewether.

St, Newcastle.

Premier Hotel, 6.30pm, 1 Brunker Rd,

The Maryville Tavern, 7pm, 71 Lewis St,

Broadmeadow.

Maryville.

The Boat Shed Bar, 7.30pm, Belmont 16s,

The Prince of Merewether, 7.30pm, 1 Morgan

The Parade, Belmont.

St, Merewether.

Foghorn Brewery, 7pm, 218 King St,

The Colliery Inn, 6.30pm, 87 Cowper St,

Newcastle.

Wallsend.

Good Folk Brewing, 7pm, 80 Beaumont St,

The Commonwealth Hotel, 7pm

Hamilton.

Club Charlestown, 7pm, 5 Lincoln St,

35 Union St, Cooks Hill.

Great Northern Hotel Teralba, 7pm, 2 Anzac

Charlestown.

Pde, Teralba.

Oriental Hotel, 7pm, 53 Bull St, Cooks Hill.

The Crown & Anchor Hotel, 7.30pm,

Seven Seas Hotel, From 7pm, 33 Cowper St,

Greenroof, 7pm, 71 Tudor St, Hamilton.

189 Hunter St, Newcastle.

Carrington.

Lowlands Bowling Club, 6.30pm, 98A

The Grand Hotel, 7pm, 32 Church St,

Shout Brewing Co., 6.30pm, 22 Clyde St,

Dawson St, Cooks Hill.

Newcastle.

Islington.

WEDNESDAYS

Mayfield West Bowling Club, 7pm, 4 Norris

The Albion Hotel, 7pm, 72 Hannell St,

Ave, Mayfield West.

THURSDAYS

Adamstown Bowling Club, 6.30pm, 504

The Belmont Hotel, 6.30pm, 483-485 Pacific

Lambton Park Hotel, 7pm, 19A Morehead St,

Glebe Rd, Adamstown.

Hwy, Belmont.

Lambton.

Blackbutt Hotel, 7.30pm, 80 Orchardtown Rd,

The Criterion Hotel, 6.30pm, 81 Bourke St,

Nags Head Hotel, 7.30pm, 272 Brunker Rd,

New Lambton.

Carrington.

Adamstown.

Club Lambton, 7pm, 51 Karoola Rd, Lambton.

The Exchange Hotel, 7pm, 125 Denison St,

The Family Hotel, 7pm, 635 Hunter St,

The Ship Inn, 7pm, 102 Hunter St, Newcastle.

Hamilton.

Newcastle.

The Shortland Hotel, 7pm, 269 Sandgate Rd,

Clarendon Hotel, 7.30pm, 347 Hunter St,

The Mark Hotel, 7pm, Dickson St &

Shortland.

Newcastle.

Morehead St, Lambton.

Wickham.

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What’s On

OUR MARKET GUIDE SATURDAY 10 FEBRUARY TUESDAY 13 FEBRUARY P!nk Summer Carnival 2024, McDonald Jones Stadium, Newcastle, from 7pm.

FRIDAY 16 FEBRUARY Friday Chill, Pacific Park, Newcastle, 6.30pm to 8.30pm, every Friday until 22 March.

Cruiser Friday’s: Newcastle Yacht Party, Queens Wharf, Newcastle, 7.15pm to

Earth Market Maitland, The Levee, 8.30am to 1pm.

Music in the Podium, Warners Bay Foreshore,

SUNDAY 18 FEBRUARY

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9am to 10pm, until Sunday 18 February.

Point, 5pm to 8pm.

Newcastle Jets A-League Women v Brisbane

Music in the Podium, Warners Bay Foreshore,

Roar, Maitland Regional Sportsground,

6pm to 9pm.

5pm to 10pm.

Street Eats, Gillieston Heights, 5pm to 8pm.

Surfest, Merewether Beach, February 17, 24

Pink Party Trail, Wheeler Place, 7pm to 9pm,

& 25, March 2 & 3, March 8 – 17.

from 11am.

The Gin Event, Newcastle Museum Park, day session from 11am to 3pm, evening session from 4pm to 8.30pm.

Arts in the Yard, The Lock-Up, Newcastle,

Made and Found, Webb Park, Redhead, 9am to 1pm.

Point, 5pm to 8pm.

SATURDAY 17 FEBRUARY

Safe Sounds Festival, Hamilton Station Hotel,

SUNDAY 11 FEBRUARY

Friday Night Foodies, MAP mima Speers

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SATURDAY 10 FEBRUARY

Glendale Farmers & Artisan Market, Stockland Glendale, 8am to 2pm.

THURSDAY 15 FEBRUARY

Maitland Show, Maitland Showground,

until Tuesday 13 February.

Newcastle’s Handmade & Design Market, The Station, Newcastle, 9am to 1pm.

11.30pm.

6pm to 9pm.

FRIDAY 9 FEBRUARY

Homegrown Markets, The Station, Newcastle 10am to 2pm.

Markets in the Park, Tucker Park, Paterson, 9am to 1pm.

Homegrown Markets, Speers Point Park, Lake Macquarie 10am to 2pm.

SUNDAY 25 FEBRUARY Hinton Homemade & Handpicked Markets, Paterson Street, Hinton, 9am to 1pm.

FRIDAY 1 MARCH Dogs in the Park Festival, Newcastle Showground, 1-3 March, 9am to 7pm Friday & Saturday, 9am to 5pm Sunday.

SATURDAY 2 MARCH The Olive Tree Market, Civic Park, Newcastle, 9am to 2pm.

Weekends in Wallsend Handmade Markets, Sandgate Road, Wallsend, 10am to 1pm.

10am to noon.

SUNDAY 11 FEBRUARY Health, Wealth and Wellbeing Event,

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FRIDAY 23 FEBRUARY LIVE at the Levee, Coffin Lane, Maitland, 5:30pm to 9:30pm.

FRIDAY 1 MARCH

Cinema Under the Stars, Maitland Park, from

Newcastle Show, Newcastle Showground,

5:30pm.

until Sunday 3 March.

The Screaming Jets - Live on the Lake, Toronto Hotel, 6pm.

SATURDAY 2 MARCH

2024 AVE Technologies Newcastle Mile,

Women in Sport Festival, Lake Macquarie,

Newcastle Harness Racing Club, 6pm to

to Sunday 10 March

10.30pm.

Newcastle Jets A-League Men v Central

Cessnock Show 2024, Sports Avenue,

Coast Mariners, McDonald Jones Stadium,

Cessnock, until Saturday 24 February.

from 6pm.

Tulloch Wines at the Chef's Table, Local Connections, Newcastle, 6pm to 9pm.

SATURDAY 24 FEBRUARY

SUNDAY 3 MARCH Newcastle Jets A-League Women v Perth Glory, Maitland Sportsground, 4pm.

Newcastle Jets A-League Men v Macarthur

Clean Up Australia Day, various locations,

FC, McDonald Jones Stadium, from 6pm.

all day.

Matchbox Twenty, Newcastle Entertainment Centre, 7pm.

SATURDAY 9 MARCH

Boo Seeka, King Street Newcastle, 7.30pm to

Newcastle Beer Fest 2024, King Edward Park,

11.30pm.

Newcastle, 11am.

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COVER STORY

“It is funny, we had Richard O'Brien (who wrote the musical stage show in 1973) on Spicks and Specks years ago.

That was amazing.”

“I’m just blown away.”

Myf quickly got over her nerves and nailed the role.

“Because I don’t have any acting experience, I thought it might be scary,” she said.

“I put myself in the deep end.

“But, as The Narrator, you’re holding a book, with the lines in it, so that was fine.

“Just doing something that was completely

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new for me, while relying on a whole bunch of people to pull together at the same time and create something different each night, it’s wonderful.

“It’s amazing to be a part of that.

“I didn’t want to let anyone down, so I think that was the terrifying aspect of it all.

“However, once you’ve done it a few times – and we’ve completed hundreds of shows since then, it all makes sense now.

opular broadcaster, television

And, Myf thoroughly enjoyed every moment,

presenter, journalist and writer

alongside Jason Donovan (Frank N Furter)

Myf Warhurst doesn’t mind

again, in the former steel city.

challenging herself.

From ABC TV’s hugely-

popular music/comedy quiz

“I know, it’s amazing… honestly, I cannot believe it,” she said.

“I love it.”

Myf said she was drawn to The Rocky Horror Show for several reasons.

“It’s a combination of a few things,” she told the Newcastle Weekly.

“It’s something I never thought I’d be doing,

“I wanted to try something I’ve never done

show Spicks and Specks to co-hosting the

although I did work with this beautiful cast for

before but also, it’s a little rock and roll fantasy.

Eurovision Song Contest, appearing on I'm A

the first six months of 2023.

Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! Australia and Have You Been Paying Attention?, joining great mate Peter Helliar on Triple M’s Melbourne Breakfast Show and reporting for The Project on Network Ten – to name a handful of credits, her impressive body of work reaffirms that trait.

She even lends her voice to much-loved kids’ phenomenon, Bluey, as Aunt Trixie.

So, it shouldn’t have come as too much of a

– we had a battered VHS copy of it that went

“When I first started, I was terrified because

around all my friends because we didn’t have

I’d never done anything like it before.

“But, they were so good to me and they were so supportive.

“It’s just wild… and beyond my wildest dreams.

“It is funny, we had Richard O’Brien (who wrote the musical stage show in 1973) on Spicks and Specks years ago.

surprise to see the effervescent 50-year-old

“That was amazing because I grew up

step onto the stage – and out of her comfort

watching The Rocky Horror Show, listening to

zone – as The Narrator for The Rocky Horror

the soundtrack and doing the Time Warp.

Show, which enjoyed a record-breaking season in Newcastle.

“Growing up, I remember watching the movie

“At least I know what I’m doing now.

“So, it was incredible to share the space with him back then.

the internet.

“But, it blew my mind.

“That was my introduction to musicals in a way, which led to theatre shows.

“It opened a whole new world for me.

“So, it’s the rock and roll fantasy of being in it, as well as the challenge.

“I feel like it’s one of the best things I’ve ever done. … I’ve had a great time.”

For the uninitiated, the musical tells the story of a newly-engaged couple getting caught in a storm and venturing to the home

“However, to be in the musical in 2023/24 –

of a mad transvestite scientist, Dr Frank-N-

of all time, it celebrated its 50th anniversary

where I never thought I’d get the chance – what

Furter, unveiling his new creation, Rocky, a

at the Civic Theatre.

can I say?

sort of Frankenstein-style monster in the form

One of the world’s most iconic productions

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COVER STORY “It’s telling you to be who

theatre. So, to get the

idea that it’s okay to show

chance to work beside

who you are.”

and it still is,” she explained.

“It’s got cracking rock songs and beautiful ballads and things like that.

“I mean, Don’t Dream It Be It is one of the most gorgeous moments in the show.

“And, they sing that towards the end of the production. So, there are plenty of songs you know and love.

“Also, the storyline – it’s a sci-fi fantasy, rock and roll musical. While it’s totally bonkers, it’s got heart as well, which resonates in the message of Don’t Dream It Be It.

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and learn from someone

Even though Myf enjoyed

like him is incredible.

many “fan girl” occasions on

“Jason’s so caring and

Spicks and Specks, singer Pete

supportive, especially knowing I

awe of her co-star.

“When it came out, it was totally bonkers…

years working in musical

enduring. People love the

Murray comes to mind, she was in

million people had witnessed it worldwide.

“But, he’s had 30

makes Rocky Horror so

perfect muscle man complete "with blond hair Myf said she understood why more than 30

Neighbours.

“I believe that’s what

of an artificially made, fully grown, physically and a tan".

still see him as Jason from

you want to be.

came in with no experience.

“Not once has he made me feel bad about

“I love him,” she said.

that. He’s just supported me 100%, so I’m really

“If I told 13-year-old me that I’d be sharing

grateful for that.”

the stage with Jason Donovan, I would have lost my tiny mind back then.

“I could never have imagined it.

“Everything I watched musically, growing up, was like a little portal to another world.

“And, Jason was a certified heartthrob for a lot of people, including me.

“However, the best bit is he’s awesome and great fun when you meet him.

“We get along like a house on fire.

“I don’t think people realise what a legend he

Myf grew up in regional Victoria before moving to the city to study Music and Fine Arts at Melbourne Uni. She worked for some time as a journalist, providing arts and music stories for The Age and Inpress magazine, before becoming managing editor of the Melbourne street paper in 1999. Then, she was introduced to radio as the showbiz reporter on Merrick and Rosso’s Triple J Drive Show in 1999.

When they left, Myf moved into a full-time gig

is in the UK in the world of musical theatre.

at the Js, hosting the Saturday night request

“Because he left Australia early on, we

show in 2000 before landing the afternoon shift

haven’t witnessed the true evolution of him… we

in 2003.

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“If I told 13-yearold me that I'd be sharing the stage with Jason Donovan, I would have lost my tiny mind back then.”

(From left) Myf as team captain on Spicks and Specks; as

The Narrator for The Rocky Horror Show

successful Spicks & Speck-tacular – a concert version of the program.

More than 80,000 dedicated fans came to farewell the trio over 27 shows with the tour wrapping up in Melbourne in January 2012.

In 2018, Myf, Alan and Adam returned to reboot Spicks for a one-off special that was the ABC’s highest rating program of the year.

In 2023, for the first time since 2014, the gang returned with a full 10-episode series that aired on Sunday nights.

So, what’s left for her to do?

“I want to give anything a go that’s challenging or entertaining people or helping them to learn,” she said.

“I’ve done some things lately that are sort

She combined her loves – playing CDs, talking about music, pop culture and chatting

the archives made it the perfect home for this

of outside my comfort zone, such as making

massive music fan.

documentaries, which no one knows me for.

with folks – to create her infamous daily

From 2018 to 2019, Myf hosted the daily

segment, The Trashy Lunchtime Quiz.

afternoon show on ABC Radio. But, she’s best

In January 2008, she left Triple J and joined

known for her seven-year stint wrangling rock

Helliar on the Pete and Myf Triple M Melbourne

stars and other showbiz luminaries as a team

Breakfast Show.

captain on Spicks and Specks.

Between 2014 and 2017, she presented Lunch

After 277 episodes Myf, Alan Brough and

With Myf weekdays on ABC’s digital radio

Adam Hills decided to finish the show on a high

station Double J.

note in 2011.

The opportunity to play new releases, talk to musicians and have free reign to delve into

Starting in Sydney in November, she toured the country with the guys performing the

“I quite enjoy that.

“However, it’s good to push yourself and it’s good to learn and share that knowledge.

“So, I’m happy to throw myself into things, although I don’t think I could do any acting.

“I call what I do ‘actoring’… it’s an imitation of acting,” she added with a laugh.

“I don’t believe you’ll see me appearing in any Logie Award-winning dramas.

“But, you never know."

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ENTERTAINMENT

The region's overflowing with great events for all While the weather's heating up, so too is the entertainment scene in the Hunter, with P!nk and Tim Minchin leading the way.

P!NK Where: McDonald Jones Stadium When: Tuesday 13 February Cost: From $356.82 American pop powerhouse P!nk is bringing her Summer Carnival tour to town. The multi-award winning singer, who’s given fans such hits as So What, Just Give Me a Reason, What About Us, Raise Your Glass, Try, Who Knew, Get The Party Started and Please Don’t Leave Me, last visited Newcastle in 2009 when stepped onto the stage at the Newcastle Entertainment Centre. She also boasts five number one albums in Australia, including Hurts 2B Human, Funhouse, Greatest Hits…So Far!!!, The Truth About Love and Beautiful Trauma.

AN UNFUNNY* EVENING WITH TIM MINCHIN AND HIS PIANO Where: Civic Theatre When: Sunday 18 and Monday 19 February (7.30pm to 9.30pm) Cost: From $101 The Olivier, Helpmann, AACTA, Logie Award-winning, Grammy and Tony-nominated poly-talent plays a handful of intimate and informal solo dates in Australia this summer.

Minchin will perform songs drawn from his 2020 studio album, Apart Together, from his musicals, Matilda and Groundhog Day, from his TV and film writing, and from his early songwriting days around the

LAKE MAC WOMEN IN SPORT FESTIVAL Where: Lake Macquarie When: Saturday 2 March to Sunday 10 March Cost: Free (although Women in Sport Inspirational Breakfast is $50) The popular festival is a week-long celebration of women and sport, tied together by five themes: empowerment; advocacy, athletic excellence, community and wellbeing, and professional development in administration. Highlights include Try a Sport Day (3 March), featuring rugby league, martial arts, football, Aussie rules, sailing, orienteering, tennis, baseball, floorball, pickleball and croquet, as well as the Women in Sport Inspirational Breakfast at Club Macquarie (5 March) with guest speaker Liz Ellis AO.

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turn of the century.

Australian music royalty descends upon Civic Theatre

A

ustralian music royalty is set to take

Cinderella and as the lead

over the Civic Theatre to showcase

Florence Vassy in Chess The

the celebrated work of Andrew

Musical, a performance she

Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice.

Marina Prior, Silvie Paladino, Joshua Robson and Chloé Zuel are presenting

season at the Civic Theatre in Newcastle in 2021.

Superstars, a stunning two-and-a-half-hour

Zuel is renowned most

journey, via four performances at the iconic

notably as Eliza Hamilton in

Newcastle venue from 8 to 10 March.

the original Australian cast of

The highly-acclaimed vocalists will be

Hamilton the Musical, while

backed by a 100-voice mass choir and

Robson recently starred as

the Hunter Pops Orchestra, conducted

the titular role in The Phantom

by Dan Wilson.

of the Opera.

Prior needs no introduction.

She’s regarded as Australia’s leading lady ARTICLE ROD THOMPSON

recreated for the sold-out

The quartet will join forces with a team of local talent –

of musical theatre and, in the 2023 King’s

Katie Blaxland, Tayla Choice,

Birthday Honours, was appointed a Member

Thomas James, Jon Murphy,

of the Order of Australia.

Layla Schillert, Amy Vee,

Paladino has established herself as

Marty Worrall and Danny Folpp – to honour

Jesus Christ Superstar, Evita, Starlight Express,

one of the country’s most versatile and

the musical genius of theatre giants Lloyd

Aida, Chess, Beauty and the Beast, The Lion

talented entertainers, making her mark in

Webber and Rice, with hits from the best-

King, Sunset Boulevard, The Phantom of the

Cats, Mamma Mia, Miss Saigon, Fun Home,

loved musicals of the 20th Century, including

Opera and many more.

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efore I had a baby, I swear I didn’t see one parenting quote or uplifting mama meme on the internet. If you don’t have kids, your Instagram or Facebook algorithm probably doesn’t serve them

up for you either, because… why would it? But since having my daughter Lucia, eight weeks ago, I am hard-pressed to scroll past anything not in that genre. Where once my feed was full of jewellery sales, dogs being sweet and flat-lay photos of my friends at the newest restaurant on the harbour; now every post - suggested, sponsored or otherwise - is advice and wisdom on handling the struggles of being a new parent (peppered with brands flogging adorable tiny clothes of which I want one of everything).

“I feel seen and comforted by these admissions from strangers on the internet…”

The best part of social media in the past few years is the shift away from filtering and skimming over life’s less than flattering moments to raw, real and honest posts about what is actually going on. The good, the bad and the ugly. (I can’t remember the last time I saw someone use the Valencia filter – go us!) I have watched countless videos captioned with something along the lines of “realistic day in the life of a new mum”, or “come with us as we survive the day with a six-month-old” or my personal favourite “#newbornnights”. I feel seen and comforted by these admissions from strangers on the internet, and more than once have I picked up a helpful trick.

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Newcastle Show A return to the city’s agricultural grassroots and the rebuilding of a connection with our past - that’s the plan for this year’s 122nd Montgomery Homes Newcastle Show on 1, 2 and 3 March.

OUTBACK EXPERIENCE Saddle up on the fringes of Centre Ring for a heart-pounding live show that will transport all ages into the wild days of the Outback.

MULLETFEST Business at the front and party at the back, witness the March heats of the region’s favourite fundraiser Mulletfest.

DEMOLITION DERBY Feel the adrenaline as sleek demon-inspired vehicles compete in a battle of speed and skill.

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MOTOR BIKE STUNT SHOW Expect jaw-dropping stunts and adrenalinepumping action as Centre Stage is filled with motor bike stunts to blow the mind.

CARNIVAL RIDES AND HOT WHEEL CAR SHOW Get your heart racing with an array of carnival rides, and the new Hot Wheel Car Show.

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From Animal Nursery to Demolition Derby, markets, The Hall of Industry, and horse events this year’s show promises something for everyone.

FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR Lighting up the night sky on Friday and Saturday at 9pm, a dazzling finale to each day of the show.

COMMUNITY STAGE The heart of local talent, featuring performances, displays, and demonstrations from community groups, artists, and performers.

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Tues 10.00am

Neighbourhood Centre, Pacific Hwy

Ph: 4943 0624

Broadmeadow

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Polish Assoc Hall, 122 Chatham St

Ph: 0421 126 201

Cardiff

Tues 10.15am

Seniors Hall, Henderson St

Ph: 4948 9966 0468 624 342

Cessnock

Mon 12.30pm

Uniting C Hall, Cnr. Cumberland & Cooper St

Ph: 0438 671 892

Charlestown

Wed 6.45pm

Primary School Hall, Smith St

Ph: 0421 126 201

Dudley

Fri 9.00am

Senior Citizens Centre, 98 Ocean St

Ph: 0438 469 442

East Maitland

Mon 10.30am

CWA Hall, George St

Ph: 0409 321 403

Marmong Point

Fri 9.30am

Community Centre, George St

Ph: 4948 9966 0468 624 342

Martins Creek

Sat 8:00am

Vacy School Arts, 779 Gresford Rd

Ph: 0438 671 892

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Wed 10.00am

1 Sister Luke Place

Ph: 0409 321 403

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Thurs 9:00am

Community Centre, Josephson St

Ph: 4948 9966 0468 624 342

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BUSINESS FEATURE

Summer means the best of fresh at Stockland Green Hills

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hether it’s new recipes you’re

• Costi’s Seafood Market Café – Located

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entertaining ideas, or you just

Green Hills, Costi’s Seafood Market

want to beat the heat with some cool

Café sources sustainable, high-quality

dinner delights, Stockland Green Hills

seafood, which together with its high

has some vibrant ways to brighten your

standards of service, makes them one

mealtimes and make the most of summer.

of the region’s most popular producers.

SUMMER OF FOOD MAGAZINE

Family owned and run, they are dedicated to creating healthy and

Green Hills is committed to its founding

Summer is more than just a change in

delicious family-friendly meals, featuring

mission: Real Bread, Real People,

weather; it’s a celebration of fresh, vibrant

the best catch of local prawns, fresh

Real Delight. You can locate them

ingredients and the best time of year to

Sydney Rock oysters, cooked and green

on the Ground Floor opposite

entertain.

crabs, and up to eighteen different fish

Stockland Green Hills’ Summer of Food magazine is jam-packed with recipes that will make you want to celebrate.

fillets.

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• Coles and Woolworths – The big-name grocery stores are also keen to help

at Stockland Green Hills, CHOP Butchery

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is already making a name for itself by

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Miguel Maestre’s all-time favourite recipes,

combining the most delicious, high-

need to prepare fresh, healthy, meals

budget-friendly bites, kid-friendly meals,

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The event features a banquet tasting table with more than 1200 samples available to

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BUSINESS FEATURE

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“We have multiple options in our balustrading and pool fencing ranges

The team at Bluewater Stainless do.

including glass, aluminium and stainless-steel

In fact, balustrading, pool fencing,

wire options to suit your style of home.

and shower screens are their specialty.

Located in Port Stephens and servicing

“We’ve also seen a surge in popularity of our frameless glass shower screens which

the Newcastle, Port Stephens, Hunter and

enable our clients to keep clean simple lines in

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their new bathroom, or bathroom renovation.

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Their highly experienced team can assist with a range of projects, offering a consulting service that’s simple and

“We’ve been doing this for so long we know the code, have qualified glaziers in our team and we’re confident in our products and service.”

The team at Bluewater Stainless has also

practical while keeping budget in mind.

won several awards for its craftsmanship

More importantly their work complies

in the past six years, including a HIA Trade

with the National Construction Code.

"In the last few years, rules around the compliance and structural integrity of these products and their installation have tightened considerably," says Bluewater Stainless managing director Ben Grover.

"You really need to go to somebody

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GROWING TRENDS

It’s time to explore some of the upcoming garden design trends of 2024.

WITH RICH WIGLEY FROM BLUE SKY LANDSCAPING

MAKE IT EDIBLE

breathwork and the inclusion of aromatic

Plants are really cool. But, plants that

plants always helps to add another sensual

you can eat and share with friends and

element to the space.

family are way cooler. Incorporate a small vegetable garden into your outdoor space.

OUTDOOR LIVING ROOMS

MULTI-USE SPACES I constantly get asked to add firepits into our designs. We believe it is better to have an

Think outside the house… Useable spaces

area that is multi-use. It can be a fire pit for

in the garden and to really add another

are key for a successful garden. Outdoor

the colder months and then when the sun is

element to the space.

showers, outdoor kitchen areas with

out the area can be used for sunbathing or

comfortable seating options are a timeless

sipping cocktails.

addition.

SUSTAINABILITY As it should be, this is no longer a “trend” but

AREAS FOR WELLNESS

GREEN WALLS AND VERTICAL GARDENS

We are now incorporating “wellness” areas

Have a boring fence? Or, a dull area of

garden, only choose materials local to the

into our designs that have features that

the garden? Vertical and green walls

area or even better recycled. Sustainability is

promote mental and physical wellbeing.

are coming back in. These are a great

cool, so it should really be thought into your

This includes spaces for meditation, yoga,

opportunity to create further green surfaces

garden in 2024.

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PROPERTY OF THE MONTH

Retreat into a resort lifestyle at the 16th tee Nestled on the edge of a world-class golf course, this six-bedroom home offers more than just a residential address.

88 SUNNINGDALE CIRCUIT, MEDOWIE 2318 A golf course, swimming pool, gym, festoon lighting, outdoor decking, and a backdrop of gumtrees on your doorstep - sounds like

In a nod to luxury, the address features a heated mineral salt pool overlooking the world-class golf course.

Nestled among Port Stephens’ latest lifestyle offering Pacific

"It beckons for family fun on lazy summer afternoons,” Jane says.

Dunes, sits this oversized Montgomery-built residence boasting an abundance of space to suit any buyer.

“Then when winter comes you can gather around the firepit creating lasting memories with loved ones.”

Six bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and four indoor/outdoor living

Completed in 2020, 88 Sunningdale Circuit rests on a 734sqm

spaces, a study nook and media/gym room make up the property’s

block, boasts ducted air-conditioning, 8.6kW of solar, a double

impressive list of features.

garage with storage and racking, high ceilings, Caesarstone kitchen,

Its contemporary, fresh, deliberate decor are what helps create its

walk in pantry, and underfloor insulation.

relaxing vibe.

“You’ll love hosting happy family gatherings and private retreats here,” says Curtis and Blair Real Estate agent Jane Blair.

“You can enjoy the evergreen views from the treetops, overlooking the 16th tee absorbing the serenity of nature, backdropped by birdsong, visiting kangaroos and killer sunsets.

“This home is not just a residence, it’s a retreat, offering a resort-like atmosphere for year-round enjoyment.”

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Living at Pacific Dunes comes with access to its 18-hole golf course and many amenities, including an onsite pool, tennis courts, parks, a restaurant/bar, and a barbecue area.

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Suburb Profile: Fern Bay JANE BLAIR Curtis & Blair 4982 8008

SUBURB AMENITIES

Postcode: 2295 LGA: Port Stephens

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t's been in the news a bit of late, preparing to welcome some major development.

Located on the southern tip of Port

FAST FACTS • Fern Bay can be accessed by taking a

Stephens, bordered by Worimi National Park,

three-minute ferry ride from Newcastle’s

the sand dunes of Stockton Beach, Fullerton

Queens Wharf to Stockton Wharf

Cove, the Tasman Sea and the Hunter

followed by a 12-minute bus ride –

River, Fern Bay is just a 20-minute drive to Newcastle CBD.

all for less than $5.

• In 2017 Defence Housing Australia

Peppered with parks and playgrounds,

(DHA) submitted a proposal for the

bushland and cycleways, it’s a sleepy,

transformation of the Stockton Rifle Range

narrow coastal town that holds a lot of

into a coastal, residential development

appeal.

comprising of 232 land lots, a central

“It’s a suburb on the move,” says Curtis & Blair real estate agent Jane Blair.

park and scenic walkways, designed to accommodate Defence members and

“In the next few months it will welcome a new shopping centre and a 232-lot residential subdivision.

their families as well as being sold to the public market.

• Part of the appeal of Fern Bay is its close

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MEDIAN HOUSE PRICE

$916,500 MEDIAN RENTAL PRICE

$680/WK

proximity to shops, primary schools

MEDIAN AGE/ DEMOGRAPHIC

its doorstep and it's still in a very affordable

and community facilities, RAAF Base

price bracket.

Williamtown, Kooragang Island and

53 YRS

“It has everything a family could want on

“I think Fern Bay is one to watch.”

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Newcastle CBD.

6 FOXTAIL STREET

11 RUSHLAND DRIVE,

16 THOMAS STREET

4 bed 2 bath 2 car 550M

4 bed 2 bath 2 car

4 bed 2 bath 0 car

For Sale $1,200,00

Leased $700P/W

Leased $690P/W

Agent – Jane Blair, Curtis & Blair

Agent – Jane Blair, Curtis & Blair

Agent – Jane Blair, Curtis & Blair

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$900,000 Retreat to a charming family home, set amongst beautifully tendered gardens and complete with an in-ground pool and rear studio. This home delivers connected living and dining rooms along with a sunny rear family room wrapped in windows to ensure the outdoor beauty never goes unnoticed.

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98 Grayson Avenue, Kotara

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Great family home opposite Nesbitt Park on a bumper north-to-rear block! This spacious Kotara home features an updated glossy stone kitchen, modern main bathroom and open plan living all complimented by a formal lounge, study, four bedrooms and a second bathroom. Soak up the northerly sunshine in the big backyard, complete with a freestanding double garage and extra driveway parking. Enjoy the calming energy that this family home and its surrounds has to offer.

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The future looks bright for ‘The Boys’

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he start of a new year has meant welcoming a few changes for popular real estate agency

Ray White East Lake Macquarie.

After years of dedicated service, the successful brand is farewelling two of its long-standing team members who’ve decided to embark on other adventures.

Mark Martin and Michael Waller will soon be contributing their skills and passion to other pursuits, marking the end of an era at Ray White.

"While we are sad to see Mark and Michael go, we wish them nothing but is poised to continue the legacy of excellent

endeavors. Their contributions have played

service that Ray White is known for.

White’s commitment to its clients and partners.

The team will be in close contact

a significant role in shaping the success of

"We believe that this transition not only

with clients to address any concerns

Ray White East Lake Macquarie," says Troy

maintains but enhances the level of service

or requirements that may arise during

McLennan, director at Ray White ELM.

our clients have come to expect from Ray

this period.

White,” adds Troy.

As Ray White bids farewell to Mark Martin

Simultaneously, Ray White is excited to announce the forthcoming introduction of a

“We appreciate the continued support of

and Michael Waller, the organisation

dedicated sales liaison in the coming weeks.

our community as we navigate this change

expresses gratitude for their dedicated

This individual has demonstrated exceptional

together."

service and looks forward to the continued

commitment to serving our local clients and

The changes, says Troy, won’t alter Ray

growth and success of the team.

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We go beyond the ordinary to deliver an elevated level of service.

Ty Zink

Troy McLennan

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success and fulfillment in their future

Hunter Valley winery joins luxury lifestyle offerings

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he Hunter Valley is once again

within the Hunter Valley region and further

featuring in national property news

afield in Sydney, as well as interstate and

after a winery in Pokolbin was listed

internationally as well.

for sale this month with a price tag of $16 million.

Owned and operated by the Bradley

vineyards, grapes on vine, fences, dams,

family for the past 20 years, Calais Estate

buildings, vehicles, production facilities,

on Palmers Lane has been a staple in the

restaurant facilities and utilities, liquor license,

region, attracting crowds to its winery for

business names, websites and domain names,

long lunches, gourmet picnics, weddings

social media platforms, trademarks, intellectual

and events.

property, and forward event bookings.

But, the family has decided it’s time to move on, selling its 110-acre property as PHOTOGRAPHY SUPPLIED ARTICLE REBECCA RIDDLE

Calais Estate is to be sold as a complete package, including businesses, employees,

The sale offers a rare investment in Australia’s oldest wine region.

“a unique blend of financial opportunity,

It follows the purchase of another property

redevelopment, and lifestyle benefits”.

on Palmers Lane, Peacock Hill, in October 2023.

The property boasts $4.365m in revenue,

The 8.09-hectare (20 acre) site featuring

wine stock-on-shelf valued at over $5.3m, and

vines planted in 1968, two homes, a cellar door

a development opportunity to produce 18 or

and an onsite cellar was sold for $3,600,000.

more lifestyle dual key residences for short term accommodation or long-term investment.

The address also promotes sustainable

It was the first time in 25 years the address had changed hands.

Less than two months earlier in August 2023,

There are currently a dozen acreage properties for sale in the Hunter Valley, three with a price tag over $5 million.

Anderson sold his Pokolbin homestead and winery Gabriel’s Paddocks to a Sydney-based hospitality and events group for $4.2 million.

The 32.5-hectare property on Deaseys Road

off-grid living, offering access to fresh water

Mistletoe Estate, located at 771 Hermitage

included a seven-bedroom homestead, a cellar

sources, bioseptic systems, and an extensive

Road, sold for $4 million and featured 7.28

door, operational winery and a 2.25ha vineyard.

solar infrastructure.

hectares (19.5 acres) of park like country and

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There are currently a dozen lifestyle

five hectares (12.5 acres) of boutique vineyard,

properties featuring acreage and vineyards for

a winery, cellar door, and homestead.

sale in the Hunter Valley, three with a price tag

In October 2022 Former Optus CEO Chris

over $5 million.

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SILVIE THE MINI LOP RABBIT Meet Silvie, a charming seven-monthold grey Himalayan mixed breed bunny ready to hop into your heart and home. Silvie is a gentle soul who is used to a quiet life. He is shy and bashful, with an underlying desire to be loved.

Having grown up with siblings,

TEDDY TINKLES THE TOY POODLE

Silvie now enjoys solo living but

Teddy Tinkles is a vibrant five-year-old

MAUI JYM THE DOGUE DE BORDEAUX

Silvie loves when you lay on the floor

Toy Poodle who loves to run and jump.

Maui was rescued at seven months old when

with him and gently stroke his cheeks

He really loves his mummy and follows

his owners stumbled across his picture on a

or the top of his head – he will chatter

her everywhere. Teddy also loves spending

rescue page and said, “we have to meet him.”

time with Dadda and Nanna, but only when

It was love at first sight with this friendly little

mummy is not home.

(soon-to-be very large) man choosing his forever family.

dreams of a bunwife companion.

with contentment!

Silvie is easy to handle, welcoming grooming and nail trims with ease.

While he may take some time to warm

Favourite activities: Teddy loves to chase

up to new faces, adopting him will

birds from the garden and snuggle up with

Favourite activities: Maui enjoys teasing the

unveil a newfound bravado as he

his humans in their gigantic king size bed.

family cats and sleeping on the couch.

settles into his loving forever home.

Favourite toy: Teddy has so many toys, so likes

Favourite toy: A plastic bone - whenever

to give them all a run for fun.

anyone gets into the spa, they have to

Favourite treat: Teddy enjoys a charcoal

throw it for him.

biscuit every night for dessert.

Favourite treat: Maui loves a doggy chocolate.

Special talent: Teddy is very intelligent

Special talent: Maui pushes between your legs

and is great at bossing his humans around.

when he wants you to play with him.

To enquire about Silvie’s adoption, visit: petrescue.com.au/ listings/974302

LUCY THE STAFFY X Lucy, an endearingly awkward yet exceptionally sweet girl, adds a touch of charm to every moment. She loves going for walks around the neighbourhood and exploring new places within Newcastle.

Her enthusiasm for discovering new places is a testament to her adventurous spirit.

Favourite activities: Lucy loves walks, cuddles, and car rides.

Favourite toy: Lucy’s favourite toy is the stuffed sharky that her fur-parents bought her from the zoo.

Favourite treat: Dental chews! Lucy will death stare you until you give her a bedtime treat.

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e have a great run of home games ahead of us, so it’s a critical period for both of our men’s and women’s sides as we push for our place in the top 6.

Following Gary van Egmond’s recent departure, our interim

appointments of Ryan Campbell (ALW head coach) and Damien Zane (Girls and Boys Academy), we boast some very good hands

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guiding these respective parts of our club.

We’re beginning the process of forming a decision on the future leadership of our A-League Women’s team and the Academy.

This will be properly considered – and no doubt will include some input from the potential incoming owners of the Jets.

And, on new ownership, this is clearly top of mind for the club.

Our progress is positive and we are confident of having this finalised soon.

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“Please respect our playing group and support them.”

I’m aware many of you are anxious to know more.

However, the simple point is that the process is confidential, and we will announce it at the appropriate time.

Speculation becomes a distraction for our players and the focus for the club needs to be six points each weekend.

Please respect our playing group and support them during this period. I look forward to being able to provide more information to you when I can; and I am confident of a very positive new era for the Jets.

In terms of the upcoming games, the ALM face the Bulls

THERE’S ONLY ONE ORIGINAL!

and Mariners at home, following matches against the Phoenix and Victory.

Our women’s team also has a couple of great fixtures in the region in this same period.

The club is taking three of them to Maitland for the first time this year. This is an important opportunity to bring top tier ALW to the Lower Hunter and for our fans to see more of the elite training base that our men and now women have been using.

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The Jets’ ALW side has been super exciting and highlycompetitive in 2023/24 and we’re looking forward to seeing you all come out to support them at this vital point of the season.

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Toronto’s Susie Rawlings tees off with Women in Turf

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pending 20 years in the

on the job. too – they’re always

telecommunications industry isn’t the

up for a friendly wave or a chat.”

typical career path to greenkeeping.

But, Susie Rawlings hasn’t looked back

since making the switch.

The former telco field technician is still green to the trade, having completed a horticulture qualification and starting her

Women in Turf Program, which took place at the Cobram Baroonga Golf Club.

She, and several female

role at Toronto Golf Club only 12 months ago.

volunteer greenkeepers, worked

“I decided I needed to pursue a career

alongside club superintendent

I’d really enjoy, rather than one I was just

Terry Vogel and his team for

comfortable in,” Susie said.

a high-profile PGA event, the

“It’s been quite a change, and apart from the 4am starts, I’m loving it.

“The club lets me do a lot of different ARTICLE ROD THOMPSON

Susie was recently a participant in the prestigious John Deere

things on the course, including irrigation and construction jobs, as well as greenkeeping duties.

“It’s very task-oriented, which gives me

Webex Players Series Murray River tournament.

“It was a great experience,” she said.

“To meet other volunteers and learn from them.

“A couple of the guys I work with

satisfaction when I can look back and

now had never had a female colleague in

observe a job well done.

15 years before I started.

“I love interacting with the golfers while I’m

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“There’s plenty of women in this industry

who have been very successful though.

“So, it’s important to highlight that and encourage more to join.”

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