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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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Never Too Old

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Brickfest at the Bay

By Marian SAMPSON

q Kevin Evans and his son Tristan Evans with some of their Lego creations.

LEGO is something nearly every child grows up with but for some it gets more than a little bit serious.

The Brickfest team at Port Stephens locals with a passion to share their Lego creations.

Brickfest is coming back to the Bay at the all new location of Anna Bay Public School over the weekend of 6-7 January, 2018.

This year Brickfest will be held with proceeds going to the Tomaree High School Robotics program.

Each year Brickfest contributes to a different cause in Port Stephens, Kevin Evans who is running the event got involved with Lego as a child, and again when his son started playing and learning with Lego when he was aged 5.

Kevin Evans “We got the tower bridge kit and it snowballed from there.”

He believes that anyone can build with Lego.

“Lego can be used for basic robotics, you can learn a lot from Lego and there is a certain amount of precision,” he said.

Brickfest will have displays of Lego that are hands off, but there are also speed building competitions and a build area for children to explore after they have viewed the displays.

Tickets for Brickfest are available at the door, children must be accompanied by an adult, however Brickfest is not an event just for kids as anyone aged 6-99 can enjoy Lego.

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contractor Daracon on behalf of Port Stephens Council.

Carmel Foster, Council’s Corporate Services Group Manager, says the

local community will see immediate benefits from the works across the Salamander Central precinct.

“Salamander Central has never looked better – there’s now a dedicated bus interchange, a new road called Terminus Parade, shared pathways throughout the centre for better accessibility and traffic lights at Bagnall Beach Road to improve safety for both drivers and pedestrians,” Ms Foster said.

“The new bus interchange will be used exclusively for buses, while the existing bus stop will be turned into a taxi rank. Community buses will still be able to use the rank as a pick up/drop off area to ensure for easy accessibility.

“The new traffic lights at Bagnall Beach Road will make crossing much safer for pedestrians, while drivers will be able to turn right out of the centre with two dedicated lanes to alleviate traffic,” she said.

courts, to fencing for the Birubi Point Community PreSchool those at all stages of life living on the peninsula have benefited from the grants program.

The Port Stephens Cricket Club will benefit from a new roller, and The PCYC will benefit from a project entitled Bathroom Blitz for Females.

The Shoal Bay Public School’s Parents and Citizens Association has gained

$6000 which will refurbish the schools’ library and the Salamander Bay Childcare Centre will build an outdoor undercover learning area in the new year.

While the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre will undertake a $40,000 extension to the Woodworking Shed.

Kate Washington Port Stephens Member of Parliament said, ““Since

Tomaree Grant Winners

By Marian SAMPSON

WITH $300,000 in grants money being delivered to Port Stephens in the last week Port Stephens Member of Parliament has been busy meeting the successful grant winners from the Tomaree Peninsula.

From the Nelson Bay Croquet Club to help Keep Senior Citizens Active, which will build two new croquet

Port Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer says the new infrastructure will vastly improve the shopping experience at Salamander Central.

“These works have not only increased safety and accessibility, with new traffic lights and better pathways, there has also been a considerable effort to make Salamander Central a more inviting place to shop,” Mayor Palmer said.

“I know a lot of hard work

I was elected, I’ve been pleased to provide more than $422,000 to local community groups in the Bay area, and approximately $900,000 across Port Stephens to improve local infrastructure.

There was a large amount of competition this year between lots of really worthwhile projects, and I look forward to receiving even more applications next year.”

Phillip Ross the Manager of Port Stephens PCYC told News Of The Area, “Programs

has gone into making sure Council attracts the right kind of retailers to Salamander Bay, and this upgrade will certainly go a long way to making this precinct a huge drawcard for locals and visitors.

“It’s a great early Christmas present for the community of Salamander, and we thank everyone for their patience throughout the construction period,” he added.

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at the centre depend on adequate facilities and the women’s facilities were long overdue for a renovation.”

He believes that with better facilities the centre will be utilised by more Groups.

“In 2018 we intend to have day and night programs running, at present we offer gymnastics, boxing, martial arts and other sporting activities, it is essential that we are able to offer up to date and adequate facilities,” he said.

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Never Too Old

By Marian SAMPSON

HARBOURSIDE Haven residents are proving that you are never too old.

Resident Gwen Smith, who is a sprightly and somewhat glamorous 90 year old recently formed the “Village Singers”.

Bringing together a small group of former choristers who have joined to sing and have fun while keeping themselves and others entertained at their retirement village.

Gwen who was a famous Musical Comedy star in her heyday, told News Of The Area, “Just because one is living in a retirement village, it doesn’t mean you are retired from living to the full, having fun dressing up and planning events.”

She believes that singing together also has many health benefits- it boosts the immune and breathing systems, aids in memory retention, posture and self-confidence.

Ron and Diana Souter who spent many years as a part of the Seaside Singers were also co-opted to assist with the Village Singers’ first concert which truly delighted the residents and staff.

Diana Souter told News Of The Area, “It was an absolute joy to work with the Village Singers and to see them enjoy themselves is a real privilege.”

Gwen welcomes more singers and would love to hear from other retirement village residents who would like to join her little choir.

You can find out more about joining the Village Singers by calling 0404 732 314.

q The Village Singers.

Water Safety First!

By Heather SHARP

WITH a scorching summer

already in full swing, with temperatures in January expected to continue to soar,

water safety is a top priority for the local swimming pools.

To aid in ensuring that

the safety of young children is prioritised, Belgravia Leisure, that run Lakeside (Raymond

Terrace) Leisure Centre, Tomaree Aquatic Centre, Tilligerry Aquatic Centre, and Kurri Kurri Aquatic and Fitness, have instigated a new safety program.

Ms Tanya Brunckhorst, Regional Manager of Royal Life Saving told News Of The Area, “The Keep Watch wristband is for every children five and under.”

“They will be given a wristband that is compulsory to wear so the lifesavers know they need to be within an arm’s reach of the parent or adult in charge of the child.”

The wristbands are a waterproof paper type, similar to what people get given at paid recreation events and do not interfere with children’s movements in the pool.

The wristbands, Ms Brunckhorst said are about, “Identifying the nonswimmers and making parents more responsible and the children under their care being in arm’s reach.”

“The lifesavers are not babysitters.”

Ms Nicole Dunn, the Area Manager said, “Any child in the pool without an adult supervising them will be asked by a lifesaver to leave and find their parent or caregiver.”

“We will explain the safety issues to the responsible adult.”

“It is designed around education of parents and families when they come to the Centre.”

Belgravia facilities have recently undergone a safety audit, with Mr Troy Hughes, the Operations Manager pleased with the result, telling News Of The Area, Lakeside scored 95%, Tomaree 94%, Tilligerry 89% and Kurri Kurri 93%.”

“These are all excellent results.”

The audits are conducted by the Royal Life Saving NSW Aquatic Safety Check and these results are considered exemplary.

q Photo: Launching the new safety program: Vicki Haines (Life Guard), Jess Sanders (Port Stephens Council), Kate Grigor (Kurri Kurri Aquatic and Fitness), Mark Hughes (Tilligerry Aquatic Centre), Tanya Brunckhorst (Royal Life Saving), and Troy Hughes (Lakeside Leisure Centre).

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Bay Priest Bishop-Elect

By Marian SAMPSON WE’D like to introduce Father Brian Mascord Bishop-Elect.

Fr Brian Mascord was the parish priest at Nelson Bay for over five years, and he is still well regarded in the Bay community which he recently visited.

The Holy Father Pope Francis has appointed Fr Brian Mascord, currently the Vicar General of the Diocese of MaitlandNewcastle, the fifth Bishop of Wollongong.

Australian Catholic Bishops Conference president Archbishop Denis Hart said BishopElect Mascord brings a wealth of experience in parish ministry, education, chaplaincy and governance.

“Fr Mascord has been a

fine, hard-working parish priest for many years and will be a worthy Bishop of Wollongong. I congratulate him on his appointment on behalf of the Australian bishops,” Archbishop Hart said.

Father Brian Mascord Bishop Elect told News Of The Area, “As Bishop I will be responsible for leading the catholic community in Wollongong.”

He will be travelling to Rome in 2018 to undertake Bishop School and Fr Brian Mascod BishopElect admitted that he will be doing his work for the Church in what can only be described as difficult times.

“The idea of being a bishop was quite strange to me as my role as a priest has been to serve the people, I will now be working with

priests and allowing them to be of service to gods’ people and to encourage them,” he said.

In addition to parish appointments across many parts of the Diocese, BishopElect Mascord has served as vocations director since 2007 and has been Vicar General since 2012.

He has been a longstanding member of the Council of Priests and is currently a member of the diocesan Clergy Life and Ministry Team and the National Council for Clergy Life and Ministry.

In announcing Bishop-Elect Mascord’s appointment, Pope Francis also accepted Bishop Ingham’s resignation.

The catholic community of the Bay will miss Fr Brian Mascord Bishop-Elect.

Covering: Port Stephens - EAST WARD. The Tomaree Peninsula.

Top Stories Brickfest Lego Festival comes to Port Stephens, supporting school students robotics program • Salamander Bay has a new bus interchange, road, footpaths and traffic lights • Bay’s Shari Hurdman wins GOLD at Pacific School Games •

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• Raymond Terrace Cricket Club break for Christmas mid season.

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o you have a pressing problem, annoying anxiety or community conundrum? Jasminda Featherlight, our resident roving Agony Aunt, is here to help.

Jasminda will be responding to questions from readers throughout the circulation area of our FOUR News Of The Area papers on a rotating basis. SEND your concerns to Jasminda care of edit@mcnota.com.au and include your title, initials and suburb.

Dear Jasminda,

I spent a lot of time coming up with appropriate gifts for my husband for Christmas. He opened the first one and said nothing. I jokingly suggested I regift it and he agreed. He opened the second one, which I had unfortunately left the price tag on, and he said, “You didn’t pay that much for this did you?”

My daughter then ran to her room and screamed that he had ruined Christmas.

We are still getting over it.

Mrs JF, One Mile Dear Mrs JF,

Your husband sounds like the Christmas grinch. He obviously hasn’t been taught the subtleties of gift receiving. This is a skill developed over many years of receiving things that we don’t actually want, or even need, but we still have the ability to show, even feign, delight. It is a key learning area.

Perhaps your husband has a deepseated resentment of Christmas that stems from childhood. Nothing short of the psychoanalyst’s couch will be able to cure that one. But you could offer him some cues for the future.

These are appropriate comments when you receive a gift you don’t really like: “You shouldn’t have.” (You really shouldn’t have).

“I have no words.” (If you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything).

“I’m feeling overwhelmed.” (I’m going to need a couple of drinks to come up with an appropriate response).

“Oh, wow, it matches the gift that you gave me last year.” (There’s a whole range of this hideous stuff?).

“I know the perfect spot for this.” (I knew that storage cabinet would come in handy).

“It’s perfect. Did you keep the receipt in case I need the next size up?” (My left leg wouldn’t fit into those shorts, you moron).

I hope that 2018 is an improvement on this year, Mrs JF, and that your husband becomes the man you deserve.

Interestingly, we have the same initials.

You must be a lovely person.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

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New Sport In Port

By Marian SAMPSON

PORT Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer enthusiastically took the first kick at the recent launch of Port Stephens new sport FootGolf.

The second kick was taken by Selva Saverimuttu, Chairman Horizons FootGolf and Horizons Golf Resort.

FootGolf is an affordable game that takes place on the fairways of golf courses around the world with 20 courses in NSW participating in the sport, including in Port Stephens at Horizons Golf Resort.

It is played using the rules of golf using a size 5 soccer ball and using the par rating of the hole, FootGolf holes are closed during regular golf play.

At the launch of the game, one round of the FootGolf World Tour was held at

Horizons Golf Resort.

Bob Westbury Director of Horizons Golf Resort told News Of The Area, “Horizons is excited to be the only accredited FootGolf course in Port Stephens.”

He believes that in opening the course to the sport that Horizons will engage with a much wider audience, and they are looking to a future which will welcome families, schools and sports leagues through to play this new fun sport.

“New sports and activities that families can get involved with are great for Port Stephens, and tourism, families and locals can put teams together and visitors to the region can also give this sport a try,” he said.

Mayor Ryan Palmer said “I think FootGolf will be a great addition to the activities Port

q Port Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer showing his enthusiasm for the launch of FootGolf in Port Stephens.

Stephens has to offer and it’s great to see so many families here today”.

Leonardo Fernandez said “I have been talking to the World Tour players here today and they have already said that this is one of the best FootGolf Courses they have played at so far.

The locals tested out FootGolf and first placed and congratulations go to Andrew Kirk, Jai Pyke, Daniel Macca and Matt Cole from Nelson Bay FC who have took out the Inaugural title.

The launch showed that anybody can play FootGolf and that there is plenty of interest in the game.

Horizons Golf Resort can assist with the details and to book a time to give FootGolf a go, or you can find out more at www.horizons.com.au

q Kim Withers, Rona Tilden Nelson Bay’s CWA President, Pam Stewart Handicraft Officer and Judith Lewis Handicraft treasurer.

Country Women For Women

By Marian SAMPSON

THE Country Women’s Association (CWA) is about far more than scones jam and cream.

It’s about women doing things for women.

The ladies who make up this organisation are a community which offers friendship and supports each other in times of need.

Carol Rigby who is the Secretary of the Nelson Bay Country Women’s Association told News Of The Area, “We raise money for country projects,

“CWA also funded water tanks in Nepal after the earthquakes and we make packs for the women living in third world countries with sanitary items in them,” she said.

There are two branches of the CWA in Nelson Bay one meets during the day and the other in the evenings.

CWA is open to all women living in the area and offers a way to make a positive difference in the community.

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supporting organisations like the Rural Fire Service and we even buy student’s books and uniforms at times.”

The group is about to complete a knitting project which will see 39 matinee jackets provided to the John Hunter Hospital for premature babies.

“We are holding a session to sew all the buttons on and then the jackets will be sent to the hospital.”

This is just one example of how these ladies are making an impact in the world.

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Dos Eager set to impress crowds

By Rachael VAUGHAN

LET’S start the new year in the right way, with only the best live music you can find.

We’ve got a great one to start off our entertainment features for 2018.

The Seabreeze Hotel is turning on this weekend with a duo that are sure to

impress the audience.

Friday night, 5 january from 8:30pm things are going to get exciting, and you’d be crazy to miss it.

Dos Eager are a duo delivering a perfect mix of pub rock and clubbing music Dos Eager are a duo from the hunter valley

changing the way duo’s are looked at.

With a fresh new electronic approach, they are one of the most energetic, fun stage shows to be presented.

Playing everything from John Farnham to Nelly, they incorporate and electronic drum kit and samples to

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provide a real dance floor atmosphere.

Seabreeze Hotel said of Dos Eager, “These boys have had a stellar year, cementing themselves as one of the area’s most in demand acts, with their unique mix of 90’s rock, RNB and dance music.”

Sam and Jim from Dos

Eager told News Of The Area, “It is an amazing gig every time we go to the Seabreeze Hotel.”

“Everyone who comes is always so full of energy, so it makes it one of the most fun hotels for us to play at.”

“We have played some pretty big shows lately and are in the middle of writing

an EP down in Sydney, but it’s the gigs like the Seabreeze that really make it feel more like a night out than work,” they said.

So don’t sit back, don’t relax, get ready to dance, sing and laugh as these boys perform at the seabreeze hotel for you!

Gather some friends and head out for what is guaranteed to be a great night.

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Highlights of the week: Scoring 46 points in Wednesday’s C2 comp, Ian Sandy must have expected to take-out the B Grade Winner’ s slot. Warren Lees had other ideas. He topped that score with 47 points to put Ian into Runner-up. Congratulations to both for their excellent scores.

Saturdays Mens’ Comp, Congratulations to: -David Rann scoring a Hole-in-One on the Par 3, 144 metre, 25th hole. -Ross Lalor, scoring 46 points to takeout C2, B Grade.

Results for the period: SUNDAY 24th: Ladies Stableford: Overall: Winner Jenny Frost 37, Runner-up Heather Atkins 34.

Mens Stableford: A Grade: Winner Rory Pearson 42: B Grade: Winner Jordan Lefebvre 39.

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WHEN it comes to making the best pasta the bay has the genuine masters.

Family members Do you support the Domenica Fedele and Peter proposed new building Toth are the co-owners of heights for Nelson Bay? Pasta Di Porto at Anna Bay and they have consistently HAVE YOUR SAY in the News Of The been winning awards for their pasta at the Area online Poll.

Go to www.newsofthearea. prestigious Sydney Royal com.au and cast your vote in the Poll. Fine Food Show taking out their fifth championship And see the community’s results. ribbon this year at the event.

TUESDAY 26th: Ladies Terry Gannon 20.

This year their 4 FRIDAY 29th: Ladies Stableford: Div 1: Winner Robyn cheese pasta won the Kennett. Div 2: Winner Julie Stableford: Div 1: Winner Colleen championship ribbon plus Newsham 35. Mens Stableford: Beattie 32. Div 2: Winner Val two golds, seven silvers Div 1: Winner Chris Mawson 42. Seisums 40. Mens Stableford: A and 2 bronzes for different Div 2: Winner Terry Withford Grade: Winner Geoffrey Wardle pasta dishes which is 44, Runner-up Scott Quinn 42: (vis) 43. judged during a series of WEDNESDAY 27th: C1 Mens B Grade: Winner David Monin blind tastings from industry Stableford: A Grade: Winner 41, Runner-up Peter Jackson 40: experts at the national Roy Johnson 40 c/b, Runner- C Grade: Winner Peter Dee 43, event. up Malcolm Baker 40; B Grade: Runner-up Bob Rollason 36.

They have been winning SATURDAY 30th: C1: Ladies Winner Neil Lembcke 45, Runnerawards at the Sydney Fine Overall Winner up Garrett Nunan 42; C Grade: Stableford: Food Show annually since Winner Greg Flux 42, Runner-up Colleen Beattie 29, Overall they first entered in 2010.

Elio Rigon 39. C2 Mens Stableford: Runner-up Julie Newsham 28.

The event judges pasta A Grade: Winner Philippe Donoso Mens Stableford: A Grade: Winner from restaurants, chefs and 41, Runner-up Jason Gascoigne Peter Carter 43, Runner-up Craig pasta manufacturers like 39; B Grade: Winner Warren McKenzie 41: B Grade: Winner Pasta Di Porto.

Lees 47, Runner-up Ian Sandy 46 Todd Workman 40, Runner-up Domenica Fedele ; C Grade: Winner Paul Finlay 40, Elio Rigon 39: C Grade: Winner told News Of The Area, Lloyd Goodwin 43, Runner-up Lee Runner-up John Brewer 39.

“The pasta is all made THURSDAY 28th: Ladies Barrett 42. C2 Mens Stableford: from quality ingredients, Stableford: Div 1: Winner Heather A Grade: Winner George Warren we treat the ingredients Atkins 38: Div 2 Pam Townsend (Vis) 44, Runner-up Mark Barden with integrity and deliver 40. Mens Stableford: Overall 40: B Grade: Winner Ross Lalor consistently, for small batch 46, Runner-up Neil Russell 42: Winner: Rory Pearson 35. makers like ourselves it Vets 9 hole Stableford: Winner C Grade: Winner Wal Reisch 42, Robert Roll-on 21, Runner-up Runner-up Brian Hammond 41.

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Bay’s Pasta Masters comes down to skill and technique.”

Domenica puts the success of the pasta down to the time she spent cooking and learning in her mother’s kitchen.

“We’re proud to see our pasta on menus at local restaurants like Little Beach Boathouse, Sandpipers, Little Nel and the Crowne Plaza in the Hunter Valley as well as being served in restaurants locally we are also in restaurants in Brisbane,” she said.

While the traditional

recipes come from the traditions of the Italian Calebresian regions home kitchens with wonderful warming osso bucco stuffed pastas and lasagne, Pasta Di Porto also create wonderful modern pasta options including their delectable Blue Swimmer Crab and Leek ravioli.

While you can visit the premises in Anna Bay and have a great coffee and buy pasta and sauce to cook at home, the team do not serve cooked meals on site.

q Domenica Fedele and Peter Toth. Photo by Marian Sampson.

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NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN FOR APPOINTMENT OF COMMUNITY MEMBERS TO THE BRANDY HILL QUARRY COMMUNITY CONSULTATIVE COMMITTEE. Want to contribute to your community?

Many State Significant Projects in NSW have Community Consultative Committees.

These committees provide a forum for open dialogue between the proponent and representatives of the local community, stakeholder groups and local councils on issues directly relating to the project.

We are looking for people who live locally or are a member of a stakeholder group (community, environment, Aboriginal or industry) to join the Brandy Hill Quarry Community Consultative Committee.

Your role as a committee member would be voluntary.

Selection criteria: You will be expected to contribute constructively to committee discussions, attend around (four) meetings a year, and communicate information about the Brandy Hill Quarry between the committee and the broader community.

If you would like to apply, please contact the Independent Chairperson of the Brandy Hill Community Consultative Committee, Lisa Andrews, ph: 0401 609 693 or ic.articulatesolutions@gmail.com to receive a copy of the relevant nomination form and further information.

Applications must be lodged by Thursday 25th January 2018 and be sent to the Independent Chairperson at the above email address or via post to: PO Box 6017, Lake Munmorah NSW 2259.

PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE A MOBILE PHONE TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITY IN SOLDIERS POINT Optus plans to improve the telecommunications services in Soldiers Point and surrounding areas with the installation of a telecommunications facility at an existing site to improve coverage and mobile phone services in the area.

Optus proposes to install a new telecommunications facility at: - 5-7 Mitchell Street, Soldiers Point NSW 2317 (RFNSA No. 2317002) Involving: • The replacement of three (3) existing panel antennas with three (3) new Optus antennas at a height of 15.7m on new mounts; • The installation of twelve (12) new Remote Radio Units (RRUs) at a height of 15.7m on the existing tower on new mounts; • The installation of a new GPS antenna at a height of 16.7m; • Associated and necessary ancillary works to ensure the proper functioning of the telecommunications facility including cabling, earthing, signage, safe access, electrical works and replacement or strengthening of the existing mounting arrangement.

The proposed works do not require development approval. The proposed works are defined as “Low-impact Facilities” in accordance with the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 1997 and “maintenance activity” as defined in Schedule 3 of the Telecommunications Act 1997. The proposed infrastructure complies with the ACMA EMR regulatory arrangements.

Further information can be obtained from Edwina Ross on (02) 9363 3815 or email to info@commplan.com.au or from www.rfnsa.com.au using the RFNSA Reference Number as listed above. Written submissions on the proposals should be addressed to Optus C/- CommPlan Pty Ltd, PO Box 267, Edgecliff NSW 2027 and received by 4th January 2018.

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Enrol, 18. Agree, 19. Adit, 20.

Theory, 24. Dwell, 25. Exeunt, 26. Eire, 27. Dryad, 28. Sneers.

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Clam, 4. Helped, 5. Uttered, 6.

Comport, 7. Totally, 10. Tepee, 13. Paraded, 14. Tragedy, 15. Nestled, 17. Nitre, 19.

Ameers, 21. Oxen, 22. Yule, 23. Utes.

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q Shari Hurdman at the Pacific School Games with her Gold medal.

THE Bay’s own Shari Hurdman won gold at the Pacific School Games in Adelaide.

Shari Hurdman won a Gold medal in the 10 years medley relay with her fellow NSW teammates.

Together they broke a national record.

Anya Hurdman Shari’s mother told News Of The Area, “It was very exciting!”

The medley relay is 200m, 200m, 100m and 300m, Shari ran first and got them off to a great start.

Shari also came fourth in her 200m final.

“It wasn’t ideal racing conditions; cold and wet and windy!

“It was a challenging introduction to serious competition and reinforced how preparation and focus is

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“Shari did very well,” she said.

Lilly Mullane from the Bay also competed at the games coming fourth in the 11yrs Discus.

It was a fantastic experience to attend the games for both Shari Hurdman and Lilly Mullane, they both forged many friendships with their fellow NSW teammates and competed with students from around the Pacific region.

The 2017 Pacific School Games Adelaide is proudly recognised by the Australian Olympic Committee as an Olympic Education Program.

For both Lilly Mullane and Shari Hurdman performing well at an Australian Olympic Committee recognised program is recognition of the high standards which they have both achieved in their sports.

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