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Nelson Bay ~ Salamander Bay ~ Shoal Bay ~ Anna Bay ~ Fingal Bay ~ Taylors Beach ~ Soldiers Point ~ Corlette ~ Boat Harbour

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By Charlie ELIAS

VOWING to work for the community from day one, newly elected mayor of Port Stephens Ryan Palmer was true to his word on Sunday morning, out and about in Nelson Bay CBD talking and listening to the people.

For the 30-year-old Nelson Bay father-of-two, it has been a fascinating last 12 months, emerging from relative obscurity to become only the second ever popularly elected mayor of Port Stephens.

And what’s more, Mr Palmer performed beyond all expectations, earning enough votes to secure positions on council in East Ward for running mates Glen Dunkley and Rory Milne.

“The Port Stephens Council I will lead will be one of inclusiveness and

q Port Stephens’ new Mayor, Ryan Palmer.

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DRAINAGE in Shoal Bay is set to improve when close to $1

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Newly elected Mayor of Port Stephens Ryan Palmer.

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openness,” Mr Palmer declared.

“The very first thing I will do as mayor is to get all nine elected councillors together and discuss our plans for the next three years for the common good of the community.

“I am not saying we will agree on everything, nor am I saying it will be easy; what I am saying is that I will work to ensure open communication and a common respect for fellow councillors, council staff and all citizens.”

Mr Palmer, who has lived all his life in Port Stephens is married with two children, said hard work and a positive election campaign was the cornerstone to his emphatic victory.

“Twelve months ago I decided to stand and in that time I have met with business people, volunteers,

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community groups and everyday mums and dads to find out what issues most concern them.

“It didn’t take too long to realise that roads, parks, garbage, infrastructure and open and honest dealings were still on top of the list.”

Mr Palmer said he could not have achieved the result without the strong army of supporters, friends and family.

“I have had an unbelievably strong team of supporters who have worked for drainage in Shoal Bay, this will go some way to alleviating the problem.

“Council has increased drainage capacity at Bullecourt Street by installing a new set of pipes alongside existing pipes and a new storm water outlet at the foreshore,” Mr Maretich said.

“Residents will notice that drainage in the immediate vicinity of Government Road and Shoal Bay Road will improve once works are complete.

“These works will also relieve the hydraulic load on the entire system, meaning there will be minor drainage improvements for the entire Shoal Bay area,” he added.

Mr Maretich says Council commissioned a drainage study for Shoal Bay in 2016

long hours … my wife Jess and I spent our eighth wedding anniversary at pre-poll in Raymond Terrace, so I guess I owe her a dinner.”

The make-up of East Ward was still undecided at close of counting on Saturday night, with both Dunkley and Milne expected to take the first two places and the third to be fought out between incumbents John Nell and Sally Dover plus newcomer Jaimie Abbott. and has been progressively working to implement upgrades.

“The works at Bullecourt Street are just one part of the picture.

Council currently has $800,000 of works allocated to drainage projects in Shoal Bay, with long-term plans to further increase capacity across the network,” he said.

“These planned works include upgrades to drainage at Horace and Rigney streets, where minor works have already been undertaken, as well as upgrades for drainage in Tomaree Street, which is planned for this financial year,” he added.

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as part of the road upgrades at Shoal Bay to minimise disruption to the local community.

The works cost $900,000 in total, with $500,000 of funding allocated to the project from Council’s $6 million loan for infrastructure projects across Port Stephens.

John Maretich, Council’s Asset Section Manager, says while there is no quick fix

q Mayor Ryan Palmer.

FINDING care for your children while you work can be difficult and large centres don’t always suit individual family needs.

Family Day Care is an alternative to traditional child care centres.

Family Day Care is a small group education and care environment, where educators operate from their own home.

The model is great for educators because they can tailor their hours to suit their lifestyle.

Karyn Powter, Port Stephens Council’s Family Day Care Managing Coordinator told News Of The Area, “There is a huge need for more day care providers in Port Stephens, particularly for before and after school care and for the 0-5 age group.”

There is particular need for carers in Salamander Bay, Anna Bay and Medowie with people seeking placements for their children, where there are no, or limited spaces available to suit their commitments.

“There are opportunities for educators in any area of Port Stephens,” she said.

Family Day Care has been operating in Port Stephens for over 25 years and supports approximately 90 educators in providing personalised, professional education and care to children aged from birth to 12 years in a safe home environment.

Port Stephens Council is currently recruiting educators who are qualified or working towards their qualification to join the team.

Emily Tisdell had been working in the childcare sector for two years before taking on the positive challenge of opening her own Family Day Care Centre, Em’s Wiggles and Giggles Family Day Care.

Emily Tisdell told News Of The Area, “I have always wanted to be an early childhood educator.”

She believes that children in Family Day care should have care equal to that provided in childcare centres.

“However the bond created between the educator and the child, and the educator and the family is much closer,” she said.

Anyone interested in considering a career as a Family Day Care provider should contact Port Stephens Council.

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Ride for Down’s Syndrome

By Charlie ELIAS

A PORT Stephens motorbike contingent will take part in this year’s Scrapheap Adventure Ride, raising much-needed funds for Down’s syndrome.

A total of 15 bike riders will head to the tiny NSW country town of Tingha, near Inverell, from 29 September to 1 October.

It’s a 2,000km round trip, traversing predominantly back roads and calling into small rural towns along the way.

The adventure ride is a unique fundraising event which involves motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the country purchasing a bike for no more than $1000 and doing it up for a ride through the Aussie outback all in the name of charity.

For two of the Port riders, the annual event, now in its eighth year, is about camaraderie, fun and raising money for a worthwhile cause.

Rob Mason, from Soldiers Point, will be riding his 1978 Honda XL. “I originally got involved a few years ago through a friend,” Mason said.

“It is a great concept … I have kids in the wider family with Down’s syndrome so it really struck a chord.”

Tanilba Bay’s Damien O’Toole has this year upgraded from his Postie bike to a 1982 Yamaha XT 250.

“I have known Perry Gilsenan, a double leg amputee who founded the ride, for many years from back when I was living in Sydney,” O’Toole said.

“The event has grown quite considerably since its inception, increasing from about 20 riders in 2009 to over 200.

“It has also become a major fundraiser for Down’s syndrome sufferers, heading towards the $1 million mark.”

Anyone interested in donating can go to mycause. com.au.

q Rob Mason, Daman O’Toole and Darin Martin.

Dash it he’s Cute!

By Marian SAMPSON

COULD Port Stephens be home to the cutest baby animal in captivity in Australia?

Dash the Brown Banded Bamboo Shark pup is in the running to win a national competition to find the cutest

q Ryan Pereira at Irukandji Shark and Ray Centre. Photo by Marian Sampson

baby animal and you can help Port Stephens’ own Dash win!

Dash isn’t just famous for his good looks.

Before Dash was born his egg was becoming buoyant which endangered his life.

Irukandji Shark and Ray Centre’s Marine Biologist Ryan Pereira designed an

q Dash in his tank. Photo by Marian Sampson

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artificial egg for Dash in which he finished his last two weeks prior to hatching right into Ryan’s hand.

The odds were certainly stacked against this shark whose species is listed as near threatened.

Dash and his siblings at Irukandji Shark and Ray Centre are part of a breeding project.

Lia Pereira of Irukandji Shark and Ray Centre told News Of The Area, “We are very excited that Dash is doing so well and is a finalist in the competition.”

She believes it is very important that conservation happens now to improve the chances of threatened species.

“Around 80 percent of sharks and rays are threatened in some way,” she said.

There are several sharks and rays at the centre which are part of a breeding program including a newly hatched baby Epaulette Shark.

You can vote for Dash to win the completion at the Irukandji Facebook page.

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My dad requested no presents on Father’s Day, but I overheard him speaking to Mum in the kitchen about how miserable and tight his kids are and what a miserable Father’s Day he had with no gifts. I’m confused.

ONE of six Probus Clubs in the Bay, Tomaree Probus Club is feeling proud.

Nick Ledingham, a retired solicitor, past president of Tomaree Probus Club, and Corlette resident, has been appointed as a director of Probus South Pacific, the governing body of Probus clubs for Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.

“I joined Tomaree Probus when my wife and I

moved up to the Bay just over ten years ago,” Nick told News Of The Area.

“We only knew one person in the Bay, and fortunately he was active in the club.”

“Now most of our good friends here are people we have met through Probus, so I have experienced how much Probus has to offer.”

Congratulating Nick, current President Wayne Dunn said, “Nick has contributed much to our club over the years, and we are sure that he has much to

contribute to Probus South Pacific.”

Probus South Pacific coordinates Probus clubs, and provides them with material for club committees, promotional material, and with an insurance package for clubs’ protection.

It also publishes the ‘Active Retirees’ magazine, and offers travel insurance which solves some of the problems which retirees can face when seeking travel insurance.

Dear Miss BW, I used to ask my dad what he wanted for Father’s Day and he would always say that he just wanted me to be happy.

Talk about pressure! Who can live up to that unrealistic expectation?

I do, however, think it’s nice to give something that can’t be bought.

Maybe try a sonnet that expresses your deeply entrenched resentment over the favouritism he shows towards the eldest child (poetry should be angsty).

Or how about some slam poetry that unleashes your inner fury about his unrealistic expectations and the way he lives vicariously through his children? Listen to Eminem first to get the right level of paranoia and aggression.

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Next year, you and your siblings could write him a poem.

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Perhaps some free verse that delves into your father’s unhealthy obsession with his dog and your subsequent feelings of inadequacy (a line about how you feel the need to wag your tail or roll on your back to get some attention wouldn’t go astray).

These ideas are merely a springboard, Miss BW. Who knows where your creative juices may lead you.

I can almost guarantee that the following year he will request a Darrell Lea Dad’s Bag or some socks and undies.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

q Club president Wayne Dunn and Vice President Mike Mobbs with Nick Ledingham.

Get Ready Weekend RESIDENTS of Port Stephens can find out how to prepare for the bushfire season as Rural Fire Service brigades throw open their doors to the public this Saturday.

Brigades across New South Wales are taking part in the annual RFS ‘Get Ready Weekend’ giving local communities the chance to meet the volunteers and find out how to prepare their homes and properties against fire this summer.

Gavin Smith from Medowie Rural Fire Brigade told News Of The Area, “The Open Day is a great chance to meet your local brigade.”

“There will be plenty of activities for the kids, and adults, on the day with fire trucks and equipment on display, games and a sausage

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timely opportunity to find out about how to make a bushfire survival plan.

Mr Smith said as well as completing a bushfire survival plan, residents can also take practical steps around the home to prepare for the season.

“Simple things like clearing your gutters, keeping lawns short and cleaning up fallen leaves, twigs and debris around the property will help.”

“You can also download a Bush Fire Survival Plan guide online or the q Jess Smith is ready for the MyFirePlan smartphone brigade open day. application.”

“And volunteers at the participating brigades will be sizzle.” on-hand to give practical tips,” With an ‘above normal’ Mr Smith said bushfire season predicted For a full list of across the state, Medowie Open Day coordinator Gavin participating brigades and Smith said the open day, this times, visit www.rfs.nsw.gov.au Saturday 16 September, is a

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Danial Thain has left the Bay

By Mandy ELLIS

MIXED emotions amongst crew and well wishers were obvious, as rescue vessel PS40 Danial Thain left Port Stephens for the last time.

Danial Thain was escorted by a flotilla of vessels drawn from numerous emergency services in Port Stephens as it began its journey to Brisbane to be deployed as a training vessel with its new owners, ECA Maritime College.

Danial Thain was delivered to Port Stephens in 1999 after having given service on the Scottish Coast with the Royal National Lifeboat Institute for 21 years as “Spirit of Tayside” out of the port of Broughty.

Danial Thain was involved in hundreds of rescues, four of which saw her crews recognised for major National

Courage Awards including a Medal of Valour presented to Coxswain Laurie Nolan.

During her time at MRPS (almost 16 years) along with other Marine Rescue Port Stephens vessels, over 2,000 rescues have been performed saving over 4,400 lives and $230m value of vessels.

Unit Commander, Lee Uebergang told News Of The Area, “Only by the generosity of donors was the Port Stephens Unit able to acquire the Danial Thain in 1999 and since then it has served those offshore and inshore with distinction and played a major role in making the Port Stephens waters as safe as possible.”

“The replacement in 2016 with the fast rescue vessel PS31 John Thompson allows the highly trained volunteer rescue crews to get to vessels needing assistance

at over 30 knots depending on sea conditions. The John

Thompson is supported by our other smaller rescue

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The commemoration ceremony was conducted by the Nelson Bay Sub-Branch in gratitude for a plaque gifted to the RSL by the Greek Consul.

Nelson Bay RSL Sub Branch secretary Russell Durrant said that the service,

operated continuously for over 35 years and is open 24/7 year-round and able to be inspected during daylight hours Monday to Sunday.

vessel PS30 Codi K II, also entirely crewed by volunteers.”

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q Some of the team sending off the Danial Thain. Image by Tony O’Donnell, Port Stephens Marine Rescue

Greek plaque honoured at Nelson Bay memorial service

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First and Second World Wars in the defence of Greece.”

Mr Carpenter, who enlisted in 1934 and joined the 2nd AIF in 1939, said he had a great affinity with the Greek people.

“My service went beyond Greece. I also served in Palestine, Crete, Libya and returned home for the defence of Darwin,” the 100-year-old said.

“I have been fortunate to have lived a fulfilling life at Newcastle since my exit from the Army in 1946.”

Father Nicholas Scordilis delivered the prayer while members of the Nelson Bay RSL including Tom Lupton, Russell Durrant and Norm Cason participated in the service.

Also present was Bay doctor Jim Papadopoulos, Diggers club manager James Gregoratos and local Consul

Geoff Antoniades, who spoke of the close bond between the two nations.

“Australia has been a destination for immigrants from Greece since colonial times, but it was our shared experience especially during the campaigns of 1941 which added a new dimension to that relationship, a bond that we see in the faces of veterans when they return to Greece and Crete, and in the lives of Greek families who have made Australia their home,” he said.

“In 1941 Greece was the last country in mainland Europe holding out against the fascist invasion. Since the Italian invasion in 1940 the forces of the British Empire, including Australia, had been supporting the gallant Greek resistance.

“The Australians fought their first major action in Greece at Vevi Pass from 11-13 April 1941. In near blizzard conditions, the

Dodecanese Regiment and the 21st Greek Regiment fought beside the 2/4th Battalion and the 2/8th Battalion from Victoria to hold the fort.

“Since the war, Greece and Crete have become places of pilgrimage for the Australians who fought there.”

He said that Australian veterans had been proud to add Greece and Crete to the unit banners they carry on Anzac Day and to the memorials in city suburbs and country towns that remember their service.

“It is in honour of those memories of Greek and Australian courage, and to commemorate the hundreds of Australians who lie in the Commonwealth War Graves Cemetery at Phaleron, on the outskirts of Athens, and beside the sparkling waters of Suda Bay, we dedicate this very special plaque.”

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q Pictured at the Memorial are Tom Lupton, Fr Nicholas Scordilis, James Gregoratos, Dr Jim Papadopoulos, Geoff Antoniades and Norm Cason.

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Courtroom Victory over Water Pollution

BUILDERS in Port Stephens are being reminded of their responsibility to protect the environment after a company was fined $18,000 for water pollution offences at Seaside Estate, Fern Bay. The matter was heard

by Newcastle Local Court on Monday 28 August, where the building company was found guilty of multiple pollution offences, fined and ordered to pay Council’s legal costs.

Nicholas Jones, Council’s Acting Coordinator Environmental Health and Compliance, says it’s a good

result for ratepayers.

“Council fined the building company for not having adequate sediment controls in place, which allowed sand and soils to enter the stormwater pits on multiple sites at Seaside Estate, Fern Bay,” Mr Jones said.

“This result sends the message to all builders that they have a responsibility to protect our precious natural environment here in Port Stephens,” he added.

Mr Jones said builders need to make sure they uphold their responsibilities

throughout the construction period.

“This particular builder took the time to install sediment controls, but failed to make sure they were maintained for the life of the construction,” Mr Jones said.

“Council takes environmental breaches like this extremely seriously.

If builders are unsure about their responsibilities under the environmental legislation, they can contact us here at Council,” he added.

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When art is not art

By Marian SAMPSON

WHILE there has been an increase in aerosol artworks in public spaces in the area, there is one group which volunteers to keep Port Stephens graffiti free.

The Port Stephens Graffiti Action Team (PSGAT) has expressed serious concern in relation to the desirability of aerosol art on buildings, attributing it to encouraging graffiti.

The team and members of the community felt that the graffiti that was in evidence in 2009 left the area looking downtrodden, lawless and threatening.

Graffiti at the time was costing Council and businesses huge sums to remove.

The team started work in 2009 to eradicate a breakout of graffiti that had pervaded the area for some time.

A spokesperson of the PSGAT who asked to remain unnamed for security reasons, told News Of The Area, “Since 2009, our team has been out early in the morning every week to remove tags and other graffiti as soon as they are applied.”

The PSGAT believes that street aerosol art has to be of

a particularly high standard and applied by a very skilled artist to be of universal appeal.

PSGAT believe that more often than not aerosol art can be threatening in subject, and cartoon-like application, that detracts rather than contributes to the ambience of an area.

“It also deteriorates rapidly over time, and requires repainting after a short period, which seldom happens and the community is left with an unattractive worn out or peeling wall,” the

spokesperson said.

PSGAT has found that where they have removed graffiti, it discourages further graffiti at the same site.

The group encourages artists with talent to apply their skills to art canvasses and display them in exhibitions and the interiors of buildings which are prepared to buy them.

The group does not want to see a resurgence of graffiti on public and private property, nor the cost of this to the community.

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q Sand and soil entered the stormwater pits at Seaside Estate.

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Bommies head to Grand Final AFTER coming from behind to Win the NHRL B Grade grand final against West Wallsend last year, both teams were promoted to A Grade for 2017.

Fingal Bay finished in second place this year to Minor Premiers Dora Creek, who only lost one game all season (to Tea Gardens) Fingal lost to Shortland in the Qualifying Final but then beat Tea Gardens convincingly by 40-12 in the sudden death

Final.

Fingal Bay played Dora Creek in the Preliminary Final for a spot in the GF and won 3212 at Lakeside Oval Raymond Terrace.

Shortland played South Newcastle in the other Preliminary Final and won 2622 Fingal Bay will now play Shortland in the A Grade Grand Final next week at No 1 Sports Ground in Newcastle.

Koala Project COINCIDING with National Threatened Species Day on 7 September, Parliamentary Secretary for the Hunter Scot MacDonald MLC announced this week an additional $30,000 of NSW Government funding to safeguard the Port Stephens resident koala population from bushfire.

Mr MacDonald said that under the NSW Government’s Saving our Species Program, this funding will go towards the ‘Port Stephens Koala Project’ in partnership with Port Stephens Council.

“With today being National Threatened Species Day it’s great to able to mark it by securing this funding for our iconic koala,” Mr MacDonald said.

“The NSW Government is also developing a whole-of-government koala strategy on the Chief Scientist and Engineer’s recommendation to help us to increase our knowledge about koalas, including their habitat, population trends and the threats to their survival.”

The Port Stephens Koala Project will develop a fire management plan for koalas and their habitat in the Port Stephens area and to continue to engage the broader Port Stephens community in koala awareness programs.

Wayne Wallis, Port Stephens Council General Manager, said “Koalas are undoubtedly one of Port Stephens’ most iconic and important natural assets and the threats to koala habitat and populations are very real and concerning.

“This funding from the NSW State Government will support Council’s efforts toward engaging the community on awareness of koalas, their habitats and the challenges they face.”

“This grant demonstrates the Government’s support of Council’s commitment to preserving koala habitat and protecting this treasured natural asset,” Environment Minister Gabrielle Upton said this project is one of 19 across the state being funded this year to help secure the survival of this iconic species.

“The NSW Government is committed to coordinating efforts to stabilise and ultimately increase the numbers of koalas across NSW. A whole-ofgovernment koala strategy is being developed to achieve this,” Ms Upton said.

More than $1.8 million has already been invested in koala conservation across NSW through the Saving our Species program since 2012–13 with another $800,000 allocated for the 2017–18 budget.

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Just off the kitchen is the north facing sun deck boasting two glass sliding doors to allow the beautiful sun through to the dining room.

restoring this unique waterfront parcel of land to its maximum potential whilst retaining the original owner’s vision of a secluded sanctuary bordering the Myall Lakes National Park.

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Worimi Story told at Classical Concert Series

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JACOB Ridgeway will be performing as a part of a signature series of twilight musical dialogues simply called “Australia” which

celebrates his local heritage.

Jacob is of Worimi/ Kamilaroi descent.

Sally Walker’s Twilight Musical Dialogues takes listeners on a musical exploration of the uncharted

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It brings together great Australian musical talent, from the Indigenous to the Multi-Cultural, in celebration of the dramatic landscape, and great cultural diversity

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that gives structure to the intricate musical tapestry of our great Southern Land.

Ridgeway’s work draws on a rich, local heritage to acknowledge the original custodians of the land.

He will open with his original song, “Bullyman”; a musical storytelling inspired by an elder from The Stolen Generation.

Jacob Ridgeway told News Of The Area, “I am really excited to be performing in front of a classical audience.”

Jacob will be performing simply with his vocals and guitar to tell the story of his family’s experience as a part of The Stolen Generation.

“Bullyman also delivers a response to the way in which Indigenous Australians and Torres Strait Islanders have been depicted in the media in Australia since the 1950s.”

The character-driven piece delves into the life of a child stolen from her family, and her awakening to the wrongs in her life and what she had missed.

“I would love to see Bullyman transformed into a

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Ridgeway will perform Bullyman at the Twilight Musical Dialogue on Friday 15 September 2017 at 6pm at Adamstown Uniting Church.

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Goals Set and Achieved

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TWO remarkable, dedicated and inspirational ladies competed at the PCA Australian Open in Newcastle on Saturday.

Heidi Rhodes of Corlette competed in the Bikini category and Rebecca Humphries of Taree competed in the Ladies Figure category.

Heidi, a busy mum of three, had to rethink her schedule and figure out how and where she could fit her training into family life, so whilst most of us are snuggled up in bed at 4.20am, Heidi is off to the gym for her daily

workout.

Heidi said, “I wanted to be the best version of myself and the first change had to come from within, which involved my way of thinking and finding a way to put me first, being a mum, this was a tough change to make, I was determined to show not just myself, but my children that if you really want to achieve something, you find a way.”

When asked about motivation, Heidi told News Of The Area, “My three boys, I want to set a good example for them to have selfdiscipline and respect, to set goals and to go get them.”

Rebecca Humphries, has regular coaching with personal trainer Joy Flint either via skype or at PT Fitness.

At the age of 39 (six years ago), Rebecca was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease and although not a stranger to competing, decided she would challenge herself to see if she could again make it to stage.

Rebecca told News Of The Area, “As well as wanting to remain in good health, it has been proven that leading an active lifestyle slows the progression of Parkinson’s; I know myself if I get sick or

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Warren Moses, Nelson Bay Professional, then presented the prizes to the Amateur players.

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The presentation of prizes to the Professionals was made by Peter Weldon NSW/ACT Tournament Director of the Australian PGA. Winners were Jake Higginbottom and Andrew Evans.

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Maurie Moses, Nelson Bay’s Professional then ON Thursday 7 September, interviewed Peter Lonard, Nelson Bay Golf Club hosted USPGA Seniors Tour player the Coca-Cola Amatil Proand Nathan Green, USPGA Am tournament, part of the Ladbrokes NSW/ACT Pro-Am Tour player.

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He has also worked with coaches such as Warren Ryan, Alan McMahon, Tim Sheens, David Waite and Robert Finch.

“Picking the right people for the right job is an art,” Bell said.

“A player’s ability is only a small part of the overall package, the mind is the big thing, that’s what transforms someone from an average player to a representative player.”

News Of The Area spoke with two long time Bell collaborators and Nelson

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SPORT RESULTS Bay identities who have enjoyed their own success as players and coaches about Bell’s knowledge and value as a mentor and adviser.

Peter Walsh said that Bell has a keen eye for talent and understood the game better than most.

“His involvement in the game as firstly a player in western Sydney and later as a coaching coordinator and mentor has made him unique in rugby league circles,” Walsh said.

Michael Hagan described the league guru as a great educator of players on the important fundamentals of the game and the strategy required to win games.

“Allan was extremely influential in the success that the Knights achieved from its early days and this helped the platform for the team winning their first premiership in 1997.

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Shield 0 Wednesday Men’s Laurie Raftery +1 from Kerry Kitching -2 c/b Wednesday Medley Yellow Tees Kevin Grant +4 from John

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Email News Of The Area your club’s news and results for publication. bay@newsofthearea. com.au He was very dedicated and he spent countless hours reviewing videos and implementing drills on the training paddock.

“Being awarded Life Membership is a fitting and well deserved reward for a man who helped put the foundations in place and provided much needed guidance to coaches and a hungry group of young players.”

Bell was presented his medal by Matthew Johns, who said how lucky he had been to have Bell as a mentor. “He was 10 years ahead of his time and no doubt helped me understand the game”.

Allan Bell will be a special guest at the Men of League bowls day to take place on Sunday, 24 September, at Nelson Bay Bowling Club starting at 9.30am.

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By David & Rhona BIRSS AMY Squires, 10 years old, beat the rest of the field in her Division with a score of 35 in Sunday’s Ladies competition.

This is excellent preparation for Amy’s tilt at selection to the prestigious State Team when she plays at Camden Lakeside on 6 and 7 September.

Highlights Congratulations to Steve Ryan with 42 points to take out C Grade on C1, Saturday’s Comp and lead the overall field of 92 players.

Results: SUNDAY 3: Ladies Stableford: Div 1 Winner Linda Drake 36 c/b, Runner-up Colleen Beattie 36: Div 2 Winner Amy Squires 35, Runner-up Robyn Hemberg 32. Mens Stableford: A Grade Winner Doug Helmrich 39: B Grade Winner Matt Gambril 39: C Grade Winner Tony Slater 38.

MONDAY 4: Vets 9 hole 4-Man Ambrose: Overall Winners Frank McCafferty +

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TUESDAY 5: Ladies’ Stroke: Div 1: Scratch Winner Jenny Frost 85, Net Winner Rae Upton 73 c/b, Runner-up Colleen Beattie 73, Third Place Sharon Dunn 74; Div 2: Scratch Winner Joan Frost 99, Net Winner Ann Turner 75 c/b, Runner-up Bev Suska 75, Third Place Joan Frost 76; Div 3: Scratch Winner Joan Lewis 103, Net Winner Joan Lewis 70, Runner-up Ruth Buchanan 71,Third Place Pat Harold 72.

WEDNESDAY 6: TaylorMade Stableford: C 1: A Grade; Winner Ron Castles 39, Runner-up Peter Sutton 34 c/b, Third Place Peter Metham 34: B Grade; Winner Trevor Syme 39, Runner-up Brett Fraser 37, Third Place Ivan Skoda 36: C Grade; Winner Bill Van Der Reyden 41, Runner-up George Fynn 40, Third Place Frank Fey 39. C 2 : A Grade; Winner PK Kennedy 36 c/b, Runnerup Alan Mundey 36, Third Place Eric Kidd 35: B Grade; Winner Tom Newsham 41 c/b, Runner-up Kevin Baker 41, Third Place Peter Collins 38: C Grade; Winner Richard Bennett 43, Runner-up Brian Hedges 39, Third Place Ian Davidson 38.

THURSDAY 7: Ladies Stableford: Div 1: Winner

Carol Gilmour 32 c/b, Runner-up Lesley Filmer 32.

Div 2: Winner Pat Phipps 34, Runner-up Sue Devlin 33.

Men’s Vets 9 hole Stableford: Overall Winner Alan Stewart 21, Overall Runner-up Jim McGlone 18 c/b.

FRIDAY 8: Ladies Stableford: Div 1: Winner Colleen Beattie 35 c/b, Runner-up Kathy Edmunds 35; Div 2: Winner Margaret Martin 36, Runner-up Shirley Anicich 35. Men’s Stableford: A Grade: Winner Chris Mawson 36 c/b, Runner-up Emile Billett 36; B Grade: Winner Colin Chalkley 39 c/b, Runner-up Peter Anicich 39; C Grade: Winner Barry Kalousek 39 c/b, Runner-up Robert Cornege 39.

SATURDAY 9: C1: Men’s Stableford: C 1: A Grade; Winner Murray Atkins 40 c/b, Runner-up Wayne Mitchell 40: B Grade; Winner Garrett Nunan 41, Runner-up John Long 38: C Grade; Winner Steve Ryan 42, Runner-up Peter Henry 39. C 2 : A Grade; Winner Mikael Christiansen 41, Runner-up Craig Mackenzie 39: B Grade; Winner Greg Durie 41, Runner-up Sam Cockburn 39: C Grade; Winner Gary Marshall 37 c/b, Runner-up Wal Reisch 37

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ANSWERS: SPOT THE DIFFERENCE: 1. The highest musical note is reversed. 2. The busker’s hat is in front of the other foot. 3. The opening in the rubbish bin is smaller. 4. There is an extra building in the background. 5. The bird’s tail feathers are on the opposite side of her body. SCRAMBLED WORD: Redback.

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John 8: 12 When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the Light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.” Blessings from Lynne Miles

GOLDSTAR CROSSWORD Across: 1. Shut, 4. Adorned, 8. Urge, 9. Turn, 10. Elusive, 12. Null, 13. Ere, 14. Crest, 16. Useless, 19. Serpent, 22.

Entry, 25. Era, 26. Mugs, 27.

Meander, 28. Trap, 29. Tear, 30. Ushered, 31. Yoyo.

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Beard Plush $1100.

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KUBOTA L2002DT 508 hours Just LD Cond servicedSOV.G Slasher / Bucket $9,500 ONO. Phone 0422 004 061 LOBSTER brooch.

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0405203113 LOUNGE Two recliners $500. Top condition.

Phone 49813784 MASSAGE Couch (Solid) 75cm wide.

Portable Aluminum. 3 fold Black New has not been opened. $180 Ph: 0428450925.

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ANTIQUE kitchen cabinet 2 stained glass doors lined cool cupboard, 3 drawers, curved sides dark wood 1.63 h $450 Cedar Pew with bishop sides 220 wide, fr Hinton church good condition $500. 2 seater oak hall seat 2 drawers $150. Ph 49822004

21FT Trojan ally hull & D L$5500. trailer only Ph SO 0455173316

EURO single Rowing Skiff Croker Blades VG cond, $2000 ono PEARL mobility scooter, Ph 0418716225 gd cond, very little use, new bat, dismantles, fit in medium size boot FLATTOP truck $1250 Ph 4997 0986 converstion to utility sides back and front POOL table. Three$850 4997 0986 quarter size, slate top 220 long 120 FRIDGE 2door h 166 wide, excel cond w 76cm. Good Cond $1500. 0404477158 $125 ph 49810798 or 0410678958.

SOFA bed, plush, black, one year old, FRONT door fly screen, bed used only once, heavy duty fancy shell $300 Ph 0427 204 450 motive, with key. $275 4997 0986 CLASSIFIEDS in the GOLF Clubs, Cougar News Of The Area Power Cat. Total set ads@mcnota.com.au with new balls & tees.

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SIX outdoor vinyl seat with back cushions, pastel blue with gold stripe, 50 cm wide x 100 cm long, never used cost $400 sell $295. Incl new outdoor table umbrella.

Phone 49843494 SWINGING metal entrance gates with latches $300 4997 0986 TWO single pine beds, $70 pair or $40 each. 0432485966 TYRE on steel rim.

Yokohama Geolander as new 215/70R/16 $75. ph 0416229166 WESTERN red cedar blinds (x15), LD varySO Fingal Bay ing sizes 0409154184 $100 WOODEN toys (lge), 8 semi trailers, 3 ride-on rocking horses suit LD up to age S5,O Will sell sep or together Ph 49817297

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Brand new Jason fitted single bed electric blanket.

Still in the box. $35.00. Tevion 48cm (19”) HD LCD TV with DVD player.

Buy $240.00.

LD SellSO $150.00.

Brand new Robot Vacuum Cleaner Buy $200.00, Sell $150.00. Honda model HRU216 DSU Lawnmower self propelled with grass catcher/ mulcher, Buy $1385.00, Sell $650.00. Phone 4997 9484.

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SINGLE bed with mattress & accessories $150. 2 hall stands with matching coffee table $40each. Teac TV 8 mths old $200.

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2003 475 Quintrex Coast R u n n e r with 80HP Johnson 4 stroke motor 141 hrs.

Many Incls. Log book serv.Always garaged/ Fingal Bay One owner. $23,500 For further info call 0421 253 132 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Email for Price & Proof

2010 Jayco Sterling 21.65-3 caravan, in as new cond, front leather lounge, 190Lt 2-door fridge, oven, microwave, water fitler, slide-out queen bed, full ens incl wash mach, rollout awn, solar, wineguard arial & TV. Non smoking original owners.

Ready for any advertures. $42,500 Ring 4982 8321

CAMERON Off Road

Camper. Ex Cond.Very little use.Many extras.

Detail on enquiry.

Reduced $10500.

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ALLY Craft Bermuda 560. Cutty.

Full Camping cover 09 Optimax 90 HP. 74 hrs $19500 ono 0409384597

TINNY Aluminium, new

KAWASAKI 550 Jet D Ski with trailer, OL Stand up, $800S49971651 QUINTREX V-nose punt 3.85m 15Hp Evinrude. Gd Cond.

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QUINTREX DREAMRIDER 5.0 with FELK trailer, beamy aluminium specially strengthened Boatcoded hull in good condition with little use, fibreglass decking, hull recently two-pack coated. Requires motor and fit-out with much equipment provided incl custom underfloor fuel tank, flotation etc.

This model renowned for stability & smooth ride. $OFFERS. Ph: 0418611988.

STEGCRRAFT 15 footer, half cabin, runabout.

55hp Evinrude, both reg, $2600 ono. 49971651

Caravans REDUCED: 17’ 6” Golf Pop Top Van. Tare 1180.

2001. 6mths Rego. $16,000 Ph 49979727 or 0429433103

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GUITAR & BASS Tuition Theory & Musicianship.

Studio Fantabulous N/Bay. 25yrs exp 49844731

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TRACKMASTER Sturt 4x4, 13’x 6’x6” Built Dec/ 2001, Rego 6/2018.

Has Sugarglider Suspension, Electric Brakes,90 litre 3 Way Fridge,Tregg Hitch and mount for vechicle, 2x solar panels with battery management system,single battery/ and Anderson plug to connect to vechicle, 240/12V Inverter, 2 x 60 litre Water tanks /gauges. Many many more extras.

Excellent condition. $26,500 49970960 or 0417419884.

2000 Toyota Avalon, Gd cond, 248426klms, XTB282 $2800 Phone 0419210848 2003 Audi convertable.

Auto. No rego. Runs well.

Damaged interior. $7000 Ph 0412194099 2004 Toyota Camry Altise. 135klms reg April 2018. 1 owner excellent cond. ZFB-810 $6200 0412638 424 2006 Peugeot sports cabriolet NXP07T 11 mths rego 74,000 klms immaculate $9,000 0410454415 FORD Falcon sedan 2008 160,000klms.

D Rego SJan OL 2018. 4 new tyres. BI67WX. $4900ono 0448881723

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HONDA Civic 2006 Auto, 1 owner, D OL 2018.

Rego tilSMay Only 32,000klms, $6500. EJ-177 Ph: 49198024 FORD Falcon sedan ‘04. 4L. 12mths rego 2new tyres & new w/ screen. vgood cond.

AA58RN $3200ono Ph 0412334591

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HOLDEN Viva Mech A1 auto, cruise control $5700 ono 0419031160

BUSY cafe in Tea Gardens requires casual staff. Must be available to work weekdays & weekends Experience preferred Ring Julie on 0459358074. Please leave a message if there is no answer.

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HONDA Legend 1991 Rego 3 Apr. 1 owner. LM-473 $6000 49828782 Classifieds ads@mcnota.com.au

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Cleaner Position Part Time Permanent Cleaners position offered in the Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay area. Please contact William 0428 036 369.

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Huge block of land at North Pindimar. Absolute waterfront. Zoned Rural Landscape.

Spectacular views to Ports Stephens.

Measure 3383sqm. $120,000. Contact owners 49970426

You will need: • Friendly manner • Barista skills • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Ability to work weekends • Flexible hours Call Anne 0438822296

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Farmhand Wanted Experienced or willing to learn. Ph Gabby 0417676190

Garden Specialist Experienced & qualified horticulturist, ecologist is keen to tend to your garden. Call Chris 0419536636

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Disability Support Workers Men At Work is local family owned business servicing the Mid North Coast with divisions in Labour Hire, Traffic Services, Temps and Training & Assessment.

Our Temp division is enjoying strong demand from a number of sectors.

REGENT Roystan Caravan 22’. Built September 2009.

Rego NSW 9/2017.

Complete with all necessary items for travel.

Hot dipped Galvanise chassis. $40,000. Ph: 0417 224 017 REGENT Cruiser Caravan 16 FT Full Annex unused, Air Conditioned, Single Beds, Café Seating, Big Fridge, Excellent Condition. $19,000 Ph 0412683979

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Knights Life Membership

By Charlie ELIAS

AT the Newcastle Knights Old Boys day held last week, a club stalwart from Nelson Bay was bestowed the honour of Life Membership.

Allan Bell is relatively unknown outside the inner sanctum of rugby league royalty, but his legacy of mentoring young players and coaches still lives on today at the sprightly age of 74.

Typically, it is difficult for these people to boast about their behind-thescenes contributions, but it is nevertheless worthy of celebrating.

The Johns brothers, Harragon, Robbie O, Muir, MacDougall, Gidley, Kimmorley, Butterfield, Glanville, Albert, Crowe, Peden, Marquet and Craigie

q Allan Bell with his Newcastle Knights Life Membership medal.

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