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Kids set the example for adults By Mandy ELLIS LUKE and Sophie Stanhouse came across some fishing wire whilst taking a stroll to Shoal Bay beach recently. Sophie spotted the fishing line which then resulted in a family effort to remove it from the rocks where it was jammed. Mum, Kate Stanhouse said, “Both children were insistent that we had to remove it and put it into the bin.” Sophie told her mum,

“We have to move it because it will kill some of the animals.” Sophie, a keen gymnast said, “I am very sad that people leave rubbish on our beach and do not take it home to put in their bin.” Both children are very aware of how sensitive the ocean and its inhabitants are and how people are not really taking care anymore. Luke, 9 years of Nelson Bay, is a passionate basketball player, is learning guitar and both children are regulars at Fingal Beach SLS Little Nippers.

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By Sarah STOKES LOCATED at the rear of Anna Bay Public School, the Gan Gan Centre is a wonderful community facility for families with children under the age of 8 years. The Centre aims to support parents as well as children. The main aims of

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Luke also enjoys watching David Attenborough and Steve Bagshaw’s Deadly 60. “I feel like people are not really caring for our ocean very much and I feel we need to have more responsibility for our rubbish,” Luke said. The Stanhouse family follow the Take Three For the Sea principle. This means whenever they are at the beach they pick up

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parents can borrow items for a low cost fee of $10 annually or $40 for Family DayCare or Playgroups. Tracy Ellem, Facilitator of the MyTime Peer Support group at the Centre, said, “The Gan Gan Centre creates a sense of community in an often busy world by bringing a diverse group of people, programmes and services together which helps support those in need.” The Centre also provides educational

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left by other people and dispose of it correctly. Kate said, “I am really proud of my children and their knowledge of the damage plastic does to the marine life in Port Stephens.” “The children currently help out at Orca by handing out fliers and when they are 15 years they will join me in becoming a qualified marine mammal rescuer,” Kate said. How wonderful it is to see our children of the area setting a good example for the adults.

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Entrepreneural Passion Alive in the Bay By Jewell DRURY CORLETTE resident Amanda Douglass, a Bay local of 23 years, understands the true meaning of Entrepreneur. Passionate, humble and down to earth, Amanda is a rarity in the industry. Amanda’s boundless energy and passion is contagious and spending time with her is invigorating. Ms Douglass has been a chef in the industry for the past 30 years, starting her own business here in the Bay, 10 years ago. The youngest of three girls, cooking competitions with her sisters, prompted the encouragement of Amanda to become a chef. At 17 she became an apprentice chef and over the years worked her way through the ranks. Amanda worked at the Ramada Renaissance Hotel and later at the

infamous Grand Hyatt. After moving to the Bay, Amanda was chef at The Anchorage Port Stephens and felt that this was the pinnacle of her career. Working with up to 80 chefs in Sydney, a smaller crew at The Anchorage allowed Amanda’s creative flair and expression an outlet. She later took up the more relaxed position as breakfast chef at the Shoal Bay Promenade, where it was easier to juggle her family commitments after having her four children. After this time, Amanda warrants her husband Andrew’s constant belief and encouragement of her, giving her the courage to branch out into her own business. “Andrew has always been absolutely amazing and always encouraged me 110%, I couldn’t do this without him,” Ms Douglass told Bay News Of The Area.

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It’s been full steam ahead since those early days and has now seen Amanda attach a custom built commercial kitchen to her home where she now creates her delectable menus. Amanda Douglass Catering caters for functions and weddings at Stanley Park, Wonganella Wines, The Retreat, Broughtons On the Bay and Moonshadow- TQC Cruises as well as

many others in the local area. Amanda’s Catering is comfort food with a culinary artistic modern twist, ensuring that you will never leave your function hungry. “I owe my success to my passion and my brilliant staff who are such an amazing support to me,” said Ms Douglass. With a personalised service and friendly staff, Amanda and her team

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AFFF was regarded as the most effective method to fight fires as the foam blanketed and stuck to the fire, starving it of oxygen. The chemicals contained in AFFF are not biodegradable and it has been found that they can move from soil to groundwater causing contamination. These chemicals have a half-life in the human body of more than 20 years. “I know many men who I worked alongside of, who now have cancer or have lost their battles to similar cancers,” Geoff Zipper told Bay News Of The Area. “We were previously told that Asbestos was a safe product, and we later found out the dangers,” Mr Zipper said. “My fear is that Aqueous fire fighting foam is the new ‘asbestos’, and that we will have to wait for

Fireman is still looking for answers

q Corlette Resident Geoff Zipper (Swampy) looking for answers after 35 years of service with the NSW Fire Service. Photo Jewell Drury

CORLETTE Resident Geoff Zipper started his career as a NSW Fireman 30 June 1970 until he was medically retired due to bladder cancer in 2006. Mr Zipper soon started asking questions when he heard that AFFF (Aqueous Film Forming Foam), the foam used to put out fires was deadly. The two chemicals used in AFFF, perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) had both been linked to kidney cancer, testicular cancer, ulcerative colitis, thyroid disease, pregnancy-induced hypertension and medically diagnosed high cholesterol in humans. These chemicals have been used to make firefighting foams in Australia for more than 50 years.

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more deaths to occur before the full truth comes out,” he said. There are currently investigations being done all over the world, including in the Port Stephens town of Williamtown, after the contamination of groundwater from AFFF. The Department of Defence has said the human health impacts by PFOS and PFOA are unknown. “There are no globally accepted peer review studies showing that exposure to PFOS and PFOA affects human health,” a Defence spokesman said. Mr Zipper’s concern isn’t about compensation, but rather speaking out for the health and welfare of his former workmates, the firemen who were exposed to these chemicals. “It’s about doing right by the people who have been exposed to these chemicals and looking after them and their families,” Mr Zipper said.

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Birth kits packed for Uganda

This is another opportunity for women in our community to make a difference for those less fortunate in the world around us.

q Bronwyn Gibbons (Anna Bay) and Ps Robyn McKewan organisers of the birthing kit fundraiser. Photo: Bronwyn Gibbons By Jewell DRURY A CLEAN birthing kit costs less than a cup of coffee but can save the lives of women and babies. Saturday 24 September Baylife Church Women hosted a very unusual event.

It was the result of fundraising events throughout the year from which $2000 was raised to fund the provision of 400 Birthing kits to be sent to Northern Uganda. Unlike mothers in Australia who are able to give birth in

a clean safe environment, mothers and babies are dying unnecessarily in childbirth from infection and lack of health care. The women who attended, hand packed 400 kits containing sheets of plastic soap, gauze, scalpel blade,

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plastic gloves and string. These birthing kits are basic but clean can save lives. “I love that women who do not attend our church came along too,” Pastor Robyn McKewin told Bay News Of The Area. “Anyone can be a part these events, friends of friends, anyone in the community who would like to make a difference to the world around them,” Pastor McKewin said. The birth kits were packed in cartons and will be sent to Northern Uganda to be distributed by World Vision Health Workers who will also train the local staff in health care. Included on the day was a Ladies Clothes swap and funds raised will go towards funding a community wedding in the Philippines in April 2017.

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Dead or injured koalas on road By Mandy ELLIS WITH National Koala Month over and so much excellent media coverage on koalas every week, your new Bay News Of the Area thought it would be appropriate to deliver just one story. The Hunter Koala Preservation Society (HKPS) is a very busy volunteer organisation. They are the first point of contact to assist injured and sick koalas and are also the volunteers who attend koala fatalities. Sue Swain, who has been volunteering for 13 years, currently has Dexter 2½ and Doro who is 6 years in her care. Initially, Sue became involved when she answered an ad in the local press, stating, “I thought it would be nice to play with the koalas.” “It’s now the pleasure of rescuing an injured koala and seeing it through to the release stage.” It can be a very long and costly process, taking many

q Dexter after lunch. Photo: Square Shoe Photography months for a koala to fully recover. Dexter was hit by a car and along with internal bruising, he also sustained a broken leg and has had titanium plates inserted to assist with the repair. Courtesy of Noah’s Ark Veterinary Services, Dexter will have his plaster cast removed in two weeks and will then commence the next phase of recovery, which will take a further 6 weeks. After Sue has supported Dexter through the final stage with her, he will be transferred to a dedicated rehab home.

At the rehab home he will spend around one month re-learning to climb and regain muscle strength in his right leg. HKPS is passionate about the need for a local koala hospital where injured koalas and orphaned joeys could be cared for and nurtured back to health with the intent of releasing them into the koala community when they are ready. Currently the nearest facility is Port Macquarie. Koala Rescue Line 0418 628 483 – please add this number to your telephone contacts today.

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Bad road funding Shoal Bay – the installation of traffic lights at the intersection

FOUR major road safety projects will be implemented in Port Stephens this financial year, thanks to successful funding applications under the Federal Black Spot Program and the NSW Government Safer Roads Program. The Black Spot Program is part of the federal government’s commitment to reducing crashes on

Australian roads, with projects selected based on the number and nature of incidents recorded at each location. Council crews will undertake improvement projects at Glen Oak, Salamander Bay, Shoal Bay and Tanilba Bay. Civil Projects Engineer, Rick Mackenzie said the programs aim to improve identified problem areas with targeted

safety upgrades. “Council works closely with the Roads and Maritime Service (RMS) and local police to identify recurring themes in traffic incidents as well as investigating how infrastructure improvements can meet the needs of the community. “Our team has worked hard to develop applications and design treatments, all aimed at improving public safety,” he said. The proposed works identified as blackspots have been recently approved by the Federal Department of Roads and Infrastructure,

Living the Dream By Mandy ELLIS

RESOURCEFUL and adventurous is how to describe Sammi and Aaron Whatmore who are currently travelling around Australia. Originally from Smokey Town, near Ballarat, Melbourne, they are spending some relaxing time in Nelson Bay before heading to Gin Gin, Queensland, where they will take possession of their new wheels. Experienced in buying

and renovating vehicles to personalise them for the Whatmore’s personal needs is, “All part of the fun.” Sammi told News Of The Area, “We are going to install solar panels on our new 32 foot 1981 Bedford bus so we can live as independently as possible.” By advertising Aaron’s boiler making skills prior to arriving in a new town ensures they have work to go to. Sammi said that their travelling companion Buddy,

the 5 year old King Charles Spaniel travels well, although he does sleep all of the time. The Whatmore’s are always planning where to go, what to see next. Sammi, an avid photographer, spends her time photographing their adventures, and keeping their blog up-to-date. You can follow their adventures through their facebook page: living life photography Australia.

these Fathers have become the silent minority and yet with numbers increasing every day, they will soon become the majority. When a couple separates there are countless community support agencies that are designed to help and support the Mother. Unfortunately it is not the same for the Father’s. The Child Support Agency documents countless numbers of Fathers who are struggling with child access issues,combined with the heavy financial burden of child support, as being contributing factors to the high suicide rate of many of their clients. New Domestic Violence laws are now allowing some

parents to make bogus claims of abuse in order to restrict access by the other parent to their children prior to family law proceedings. With these new laws, no evidence is needed to make a claim of abuse or violence. Mr Lore told News Of The Area, “The current system is set up to favour the mothers who often manipulate the system to become the custodial parent for either financial gain or simply to maintain a level of control over the noncustodial parent’s life.” See the full story online www.newsofthearea.com.au

Story of Father and kids By Jewell DRURY

SHOAL Bay resident Keith Lore finds it hard to wake up each day. Keith has not seen his two small children in just over 18 months since he and his wife separated more than 2 years ago. He attends court next month for the third ‘mention’ in what he describes as a costly long haul in an attempt to have regular access to his children. After separation, often the plight of Fathers having relationships with their children withheld from them, goes unnoticed. In a time where new laws are being passed every day in regards to women’s rights,

administered by the NSW RMS. Mr Mackenzie said detailed designs are being carried out and works expected to begin shortly. “With the recent approval, we’re now able to begin the necessary design and planning work to have each of these projects completed this financial year. “We’ll be coordinating works around the busy holiday period and be communicating directly with businesses and residents in the immediate area of the works,” he said. Projects funded under the Federal Black Spot Program: • Glen Oak - shoulder

widening along a section of Clarencetown Road just north of the Timber Tops intersection. • Salamander Bay - the provision of an acceleration lane and improvements to the delineation of the intersection of Salamander Way and Town Centre Circuit. • Shoal Bay – the installation of traffic lights at the intersection of Shoal Bay Road and Government Road along with a new raised pedestrian crossing near the shopping precinct (rescheduled from 2015/16 due to revised funding application). Projects funded under the

NSW Government Safer Roads Program: • Tanilba Bay - the construction of a new roundabout at the intersection of Avenue of the Allies and Lemon Tree Passage Road. More information on these projects is available on the Nation Building Program website atwww. nationbuildingprogram.gov. au. For more information on these works or other projects, please contact Port Stephens Council on 4980 0255.

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Deputy was unopposed victor COUNCILLOR Chris Doohan will continue as Deputy Mayor following his reelection at Tuesday’s Council meeting. Cr Doohan was elected to the role unopposed for a 12 month period – pending an announcement on a proposed amalgamation with Newcastle City or Dungog Shire Council. “It’s an interesting time for local government in NSW and unfortunately at the moment, Port Stephens are caught in the crosshairs of major reform,” Cr Doohan said. “I’ve enjoyed working with Mayor MacKenzie and my fellow Councillors in the Deputy Mayor role over the last 12 months. “I’m excited at the opportunity to continue

building on the great platform we’ve set – for however long that may be.” Mayor Bruce MacKenzie welcomed the re-election of his deputy from the 2015 term.” “Cr Doohan has proven to be an exceptional deputy, helping guide this organisation and community through a significant period of uncertainty,” Mayor MacKenzie said. “He has thrown himself into the role with great enthusiasm and proved himself an exceptional leader for Port Stephens moving forward.” “Cr Doohan is a proud local, who has represented himself, his family and community with the utmost integrity.” “I’m looking forward to seeing what else he is able to add to this Council, while we remain serving the Port Stephens community.”

a pittance. To now learn that the sale was a ‘mistake’ is sickening,” said Ms Washington. “There is no way that the government was not aware of the critical nature of the habitat. Our community did all that it could possibly do, to

show the government that its decision to sell the land, was not right,” she said. Robyn Williams of Port Stephens Greens said, “We call on the State Government and Port Stephens Council to ensure that the Mambo Wetlands land is permanently protected from development.” “We welcome the Minister’s statement that

other agencies should be consulted about ecological and other values before public land is sold.” “Preservation of the remaining areas of prime habitat and connecting green corridors is an essential part protecting the Port Stephens koala population, and this reserve is an important part of that,” Ms Williams said.

IT’S Maritimes Services Operation Boat Safe last week, 23 September – 3 October. Our beautiful area is known as a ‘Blue Water Paradise’ and as Summer approaches it’s time to get prepared for the boating season ahead. A little time invested in

the pre-season may save your life. Expect to get stopped and checked here in the Bay during the ‘Boat Safe’ period. Authorities are urging people to take the time now to ensure that your vessel and safety equipment are in tip top condition for the upcoming boating season.

Remember, if you look after your lifejacket, it will look after you. Always look for wear and tear on your lifejacket, ensure the air cartridge is hand tight and make sure the pull cord is ready for use. Enjoy your time on the water and stay safe!

q Councillor and Deputy Mayor Chris Doohan with Mayor Bruce MacKenzie holding Anti-merger petition orgainiser earlier this year.

Greens not happy about sale, nor Washington! THE Greens are calling for urgent reforms to the Crown Lands Act to require public agencies to assess the ecological and other values of public lands before selling them. This follows Parliamentary Secretary Scot Macdonald’s statement on ABC radio this week in relation to the recent sale of part of the Mambo Wetlands at Salamander Bay. Six hectares of the wetlands were sold in June for $250,000 to a property developer. Greens MP and Planning spokesperson David Shoebridge told News Of The

Area, “The sale of part of the Mambo Wetlands is evidence of system failure where ecologically valuable public land is sold for development with no assessment of its value. That has to end.” Mr Shoebridge said, “Proper community consultation and assessment would have told the Government of the value of this land and seen 6 hectares of prime koala habitat protected in public ownership, rather than sold for just $250,000.” “It should not be up to the community to run campaigns to save land that so obviously

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should be protected for its biodiversity value.” “At the very minimum the sale of any publicly owned land should follow appropriate consultation with key agencies like OEH, but also with the community to produce a comprehensive understanding of the land’s ecological, social or other value,” he said. The sale proceeded despite widespread, vocal opposition from local MP Kate Washington. “Land of immense environmental and cultural value has been sold off by the NSW government for

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Clans on the Coast By Mandy ELLIS

THE recent gathering of the Clans at Nelson Bay saw Major Stephen Buchanan carry the Chieftain’s Sword for the Day. The sword is presented to the incoming Chieftain whose name will subsequently be engraved on the sword. Major Buchanan said, “This gathering is an opportunity to explore, discover, talk about and celebrate our heritage.” “As I was a Buchanan before marriage, we felt it prudent to check our family heritage to make sure we were not close relatives,” said Carolyn Buchanan. Famous for making Scottish tablet, Mrs Buchanan likes to share with all of the other clans and vendors at clan gatherings.

“I feel it creates a community feeling and it’s a great way to get to know other clans,” she said. When asked about the recipe, Mrs Buchanan said, “It’s an old Scottish recipe.” People travel from across Australia to attend the gatherings, all wearing their tartans with pride. “If you are going to do something, you have to go the whole hog,” Jo Baxter, Buchanan Clan said. The activities and demonstrations were exhilarating, Celtic and Highland dancers, Celtic choir, Scottish and Celtic bands, caber toss, tug of war to name a few. Some history on the Buchanan Clan taken from theclanbuchanan.com The Chief of the Buchanan Clan, and many Clansmen,

died at the Battle of Flodden in 1513, when King James IV was killed. George Buchanan, the famous Latin scholar, humanist, reformer and tutor to Mary Queen of Scots was born near Kilearn in 1506. The Clan took part in the Battle of Pinkie in 1547 and the Battle of Langside in 1568. The succession from Anselan was uninterrupted to John Buchanan, the 22nd Laird who died in 1681. Along with his death the Title “of that Ilk” expired and since then the Chiefship has been dormant. Ten years after the Jacobite Rebellion in 1715 the Buchanan Society was formed and it remains the oldest such society in Scotland.

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Famous Composer and Conductor, a regular By Jewell DRURY OUR Blue Water Wonderland of Port Stephens attracts an array of visitors to our shores every year. The past week brought about a chance meeting and introduction to Mr Lee Bracegirdle. Lee had stopped to view a Koala that had chosen to perch itself snugly in the branches of a gumtree overhanging Shoal Bay Road, Shoal Bay. Lee Bracegirdle and his family have holidayed in Shoal Bay for more than three decades. Who is Lee Bracegirdle I hear you ask? Lee Bracegirdle is an Australian – American Composer, Horn player and Conductor, best known for his compositions that have been

performed by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. Lee has held positions as Principal Horn in Orchestras on 3 Continents spanning more than three decades. His Career as a Composer began in 1998 as winner of the Kodaly Composer’s Competition, followed by numerous commissions and requests for new works from his orchestral colleagues. As a conductor, Lee trained at Salzburg’s Mozarteum. In New York he freelanced with the New York City Symphony Orchestra, and the Brooklyn Philharmonia. “We love this area and we have been coming up every year for just over 30 years,” Mr Bracegirdle told Bay News Of The Area. “My Mother- in- law Heidi flies, over from Bavaria each year and always makes sure that we have Port Stephens on the agenda,” said Lee. This talented man has won

numerous awards over the span of his career. Since 1996, Lee has been Musical Director and Composer in Residence of the Australian Chamber Ballet and he appears frequently as guest conductor with many Sydney based ensembles. 2014, as guest conductor of the ‘Orquesta Sinfonica de Oriente, saw Mr Bracegirdle become the first Australian to conduct in Cuba and the first Australian Composer to perform there. Although now retired Lee still guest conducts in Australia and Latin America. He resides in Sydney and his many compositions are published by C.F.Peters. This beautiful area of ours attracts diverse and unique people who have lived interesting lives just like Lee Bracegirdle. You can contact Lee at www.LeeBracegirdle.net

Lee Bracegirdle in his Studio. Photo: Lee Bracegirdle

Help from Community By Mandy ELLIS NARELLE Richards a local landscaping student is seeking help from community members as she completes her Diploma in Landscape Design. Narelle has decided to plan her final assessment, within the grounds of the Yacaaba Centre, Nelson Bay. A centre close to her heart. Narelle said, “I know of many who have benefitted from the wonderful, supportive and understanding staff at the centre.” “I am thinking of those people who have lost their fight with depression leading to suicide.”

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“Therefore, the focus on the memory garden is to raise awareness in the community of the Yacaaba Centre’s service so that suicide may be prevented and those who struggle in other ways know where they can get assistance.” The Yacaaba Centre is for both men and women of all ages. “Having the garden renovated will make a big difference, and will make it easier when we are speaking with children as there will be things to look at and talk about.” “Staff and the general community will benefit from the tranquil setting Narelle

is trying to create for us,” one staff member said. Narelle is asking the community for sculptures, totems, murals/painting services, and local tradies to help build a pergola. It would also be very helpful if we could have volunteers to help tidy up the garden. “Apart from helping a great organisation, those who are able to donate will have their work on permanent display,” Narelle said. The tranquil garden will be for the entire community, not just for clients of the Yacaaba Centre. A place where anyone can go to meditate, reflect and relax. Narelle would love to see more landscaping in the area and hopes to make this her full time career. For further information, please contact Narelle – 0401 004 521.

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Run Walk Eat Wine with Nelson Bay Harriett’s “I love seeing the friendships and connections that have been made, we are a wonderfully diverse group of women.” Nelson Bay Harriett’s are an inclusive group and support each other even sporting a group appointed nickname for each member. The group meets the last Thursday of every month at

various restaurants and cafes around the Bay. Within the group are some serious runners but also some slow walkers, which is accommodating to all types of women. “We love supporting local businesses,choosing all types of venues while keeping the cost to $20 so as to make it affordable for everyone,” she

said. The oldest member is 69 year old,“Fox” Lesley Filmer who plans to do the City to Surf for her 70th birthday. There is no joining fee involved. Contact Oonagh at oohagh333@gmaiPPYl.com or go to Nelson Bay Harriett’s on Facebook to find out more.

Nelson Bay Harriett’s are a wonderful diverse group of women. Photo: Jewell Drury

By Jewell DRURY YOU may have heard of ‘Eat Pray Love’ but we have our very own Run Walk Eat Wine every month here in Nelson Bay. Nelson Bay Harriett’s was founded 8 years ago by Shoal Bay resident Clare Van Doorn. The group is an independent offshoot of ‘Hash House Harriers’ which originated in 1938, when a group of British Colonial Officers and expatriates began meeting to

run and rid themselves of the previous weekends excesses. The original goals included promoting physical fitness, to rid weekend hangovers, to acquire a good thirst and to satisfy it with a wine or beer and to persuade the older members that they were only as old as they felt. “I first came up with the idea because I was meeting a lot of women who had recently moved to the bay area, and looking for a social connection,” Clare Van Doorn

told Bay News Of The Area. “I had the perfect way to connect them through a run/ walk, a meal together and a glass of wine,” Ms Van Doorn said. Anywhere in the world you will find that every night there is a Hash Harrier Run taking place. The once a month get together here in the Bay, usually draws 20 – 40 local women with ages ranging from 18- 69 years old. Ms Clare Van Doorn said,

q Leslie Filmer (Fox) and Founder Clare Van Doon enjoying a wine after their run. Photo: Jewell Drury

Encouraged to apply for Sports funding Organisations may apply for one project per project type SPORTING clubs in Port Stephens are encouraged to apply for the Local Sport Grant Program to guarantee increased involvement in recreational activities. Member for Port Stephens, Kate Washington, said sport and active recreation delivers many personal and community benefits including developing self-esteem, maintaining health and fitness, nurturing talented athletes and contributing to individual enjoyment of life. “Investment in local sport and recreational facilities will encourage greater participation in sporting activities and support a stronger and healthier community,” Ms Washington said. The NSW Government has allocated $50,000 for projects within the Port Stephens electorate and incorporated, not-for-profit sport clubs are eligible to apply. There are four project types within the

Program: • Sport Development (up to $2,000); • Community Sport Events (up to $5,000); • Sport Access (up to $5,000); and • Facility Development (up to $20,000) The minimum amount available is $250 for all project types with the exception being for facility development which has a minimum request of $1,000. Organisations may apply for one project per project type. The maximum available to any one organisation is $25,000 in a financial year. The amount organisations request should reflect the scale of the project. Applications close at 5pm on Friday, 11 November, 2016. To access the application form visit www.sportandrecreation.nsw.gov. au/clubs/grants/localsport The successful applicants from last year’s grants program are:

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Great connection at Probus Club By Jewell DRURY THE Probus Club of Port Stephens is a mixed gender membership base for retired or semi-retired singles and couples who enjoy fun, friendship and fellowship. Probus is a worldwide organisation that originated in the United Kingdom in 1965. The first Probus Club in Australia was formed in 1976. Nelson Bay has its very own vibrant and active community of Probus members. Many activities and events are organised for those who want to make new friends with similar interests.

Activities include BBQ’s, movie nights, dining out, a walking group and social bowls. “Some of our favourite outings include Snooker for the men, Cara-Campers, Fun Golf, Croquet, and special ladies functions,” Secretary Anne Gibson, told Bay News Of The Area. “There is always an interesting guest speaker at our monthly lively meetings and it is a great opportunity to meet lots of lovely and friendly people,” said Ms Gibson. “We have 130 members in the Nelson Bay area and have a walking group that meet twice monthly for a chatty relaxed time, always finishing with coffee and

Nelson Bay Probus Club Walkers having some fun on their Coastal Walk.

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Mulberry continues on By Jewell DRURY IT’S SPRING time and a solitary Mulberry Tree awaits the neighbourhood children. Many of us have fond childhood memories of a simpler time of climbing trees, picking and eating to our hearts content, with only the purple stains on our fingers and lips giving us away. At the end of Foreshore Drive Salamander Bay, stands the old faithful Mulberry Tree full of mulberries. Late Spring and early

Summer will see the tree heavy with ripened fruit. Local Resident, Enid Frame has seen four decades of children climb the tree and feast on the delectable berries. “My daughter was only 7 when we moved to the area and she would sit in that tree with her friends for hours to just eat and talk,” Mrs Frame told Bay News Of the Area. “It wasn’t unusual for her to bring home 2-3 buckets filled to the brim,” Enid said. “I would be cooking up Mulberry Cobbler, or

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Mulberry pie a couple of times a week.” Over the years the Mulberry tree has been trimmed and is now only half the size it once was but it still promises to deliver a bounty of sweetness to all those who visit. Typically, the colour is a blackish purple so wait until the fruit is fully ripened before you eat it. “A good tip to get the stains off your fingers is to take a green leaf and rub it on your fingers,” Enid informed Bay News Of The Area.

Teenager Eli Tait scouts the tree for purple mulberries. Photo: Jewell Drury

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Mrs Rhodes faces the awful prospect of crossing Bagnalls Beach Road to meet her son off the school bus along with her 3 year old and newborn baby on a daily basis.

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Heidi Rhodes with her children says, Kids safety is paramount.

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FRESH skid marks, hooning and the demise of the 50km sign have been the last straw for mum of 3, Heidi Rhodes of Bagnalls Beach Road, Corlette. Mrs Rhodes faces the awful prospect of crossing Bagnalls Beach Road to meet her son off the school bus along with her 3 year old and newborn baby on a daily basis. Mrs Rhodes said, “Even when you are crossing the road, baby in the pram and a child beside me, cars come around the roundabout so quickly, they do not slow down and many times, they continue accelerating.” Mrs Rhodes fears it is

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only a matter of time before someone is seriously hurt. “There are children going home from school on their pedal bikes and cars drive so fast around them, way more than the 50km zone along this road,” she said. “We have regulars, you can hear them way before you see them and each night at a certain time, we hear the duff duff music, then the wheel spins,” said Mrs Rhodes. We fear for not only the children’s safety, but we also have a large percentage of elderly people living in this area. It is simply unsafe. Taking a walk along the road together with Mrs Rhodes and her two youngest

children, you do not have to go far before skid marks are evident on both the roads leading to and on the roundabout. What is making matters worse is there are several homes being renovated along this road making walking with some degree of safety on the council strip impossible and forcing Mrs Rhodes and her young children onto the road. Mrs Rhodes would like Council to install speed humps along Bagnalls Beach Road, keeping in line with other surrounding roads and reduce the speed in which drivers can travel.

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Majestic Old Gentleman Falls By Jewell DRURY

RECENTLY the Tomaree Peninsula saw the end of an era. The huge old rope swing tree on Wanda Beach is no more. The Majestic old gentleman held many a local in his branches, nurturing us through our childhood as well as our children’s, grandchildren and great

grandchildren’s. He stood tall, looking over Wanda Beach and out toward the heads over many decades. Many a story can be heard from the saddened community as they pay tribute to the old tree that overlooked the Wanda Beach Strip from as far back as the early 1950’s. Every morning and afternoon saw people visiting the rope swing tree.

In summer time, it was not unusual to see local and visitors to the area, lined up to have their thrill, taking the rope into their hands, swinging high over the water. Last year a huge storm saw some damage to the tree and its lean become more prominent. Wanda strip locals reported the damage to the council and the old tree recovered to live another

season. Two weeks ago, it was again reported to council that a crack had appeared in the root system. On Thursday morning, neighbours heard lots of giggles as they watched a mother and her two children swinging from the tree into the soft sand below, The family soon left, completely unaware of what would soon occur.

BAYNews Of The Area An hour later, a huge thud was heard as the grand old gentleman fell to the ground. He held himself upright till the end, allowing this young family to be the last to swing from his huge old limbs. “We were taking our normal morning walk and couldn’t believe that it had fallen,” locals Mike and Carol Lewis told News Of The Area. “We will miss seeing the beautiful old tree, it was fortunate that no one was hurt when it fell,” said Mrs Lewis.

In today’s world of economic and technological progress it is easy to forget that it’s often the simple things in life that really matter. There was nothing like holding that old rope between your hands and launching yourself excitedly over the water, reminding you that nothing else mattered except for the ’here and now.’ The Wanda beach rope swing tree will be greatly missed by locals and tourists alike.

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Mike and Carol Lewis Of Soldiers Point will miss seeing the tree on their morning walks.

St Philip’s Year 12 Graduation o Phot ery Gall line On

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FRIDAY 23 September, saw students graduate from Year 12 at Salamander Bay’s St Philip’s Christian College. It was a memorable morning which saw the Chris Walking Theatre packed to capacity. A special mention of gratitude was made by Vice School Captain, Callum Sinclair for the indelible mark that Founding School Principal, Mr Chris Walking had left on the students over their years at St Phillips. Mr Walking passed away suddenly just over 4 years ago and left behind a huge legacy in the lives of many in our community. The day included many awards being presented, new school captains being sworn in, as well as the opening of a time warp capsule by students who were in the Kindergarten classes of 2004. After many tears, morning tea and a last photo session together the students went

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home to prepare for a night of festivities. Students and their parents were invited to Broughtons At The Bay, overlooking the beautiful d’Albora Marina Nelson Bay, for the Yr12 formal. It was a grand affair with teachers, students and their parents all looking very glamorous. The scene looked more like a Miss World pageant as the sound of cameras snapping, could be heard on the boardwalk. Amanda Douglass Catering provided a perfect three course meal which added to the plush event. The night included speeches, video presentations, thank you’s and lots of reminiscing as the students, teachers and parents danced on into the night. “From little things big things grow,” one of Chris Walklings mantras for the

Graduating Students from Kindergarten class 2004 open up their time capsule. (Photo courtesy Jewell Drury)

students, really summed up Students. the journey of the Year 12 It was a great way to finish

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of their School education, the HSC in October.

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Face painting brings smile By Jewell DRURY

JUDI Walker has been living in the Tomaree area for just over 18 years. You will see her at most community events as a ray of sunshine with an infectious smile. Originally from the ‘The Shire’ in Sydney, she resettled in the Bay with two of her three sons, Elliott and Tobias. Judi was the brainchild of “Kid’s Fun Centres” a mobile children’s entertainment company which brought

children’s activity centres into shopping centres, conferences and conventions. Ms Walker worked as a Marketing Manager in events and entertainment for many organisations including the tourist and historic precinct The Rocks, Sydney. Soon after, Judi started a small business called ‘Clown Rascalls’ which was an interactive show in shopping centres and arcades. Forming her own company called, ‘Walker Marketing’ she organised children’s shows,

fashion parades and the like all over Sydney. From public relations, marketing and tourism to being a professional singer/dancer/actor, Judi’s achievements are many. Judi is well known in the Bay area for her volunteer work at Food Care at the Rock church as well as her tireless work helping more than 40 charities. A fully qualified theatrical makeup artist for NIDA in film, television and photography led Judi to her most well known position to date. “As I painted children’s faces I became hooked,” Ms Walker told News Of The Area. “The look of wonderment on the children’s faces as they

see their faces transformed always gives me a big smile,”Judi Walker said. Most children and their parents recognise her as the lady with the flowers in her hat and a paintbrush in hand. Judi facepaints children’s faces for various organisations and events and she is also available for pregnant belly painting. “I love living in this close community of the bay, where people you meet become a part of your life, in fact the community has become my family,” said Judi. Contact Judi for bookings at judifacepainting@ gmail.com or through her Facebook page called Judi’s Facepainting & Body Art.

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Bay by ferry. On arrival at wharf at Tea Gardens before 9 am we were told 9am/9.30am ferry is cancelled, come back for 10 am. Finally arrived at Nelson Bay after 11am and were told of ferry times for return which we selected 1.30pm.

Judi Walker in her well known flower hat. Photo: Jewell Drury

Huon Aquaculture What happened to the Ferry? RELEASE

Huon Aquaculture will bring one of the floating sea pens just inside Tomaree, off the Boulders, to install netting.

Dear News Of The Area, THE installation of the mooring grid for sea pens for Yellowtail Kingfish is proceeding well on the Marine Aquaculture Research Lease in Providence Bay. Cardinal markers and much of the grid have been installed in preparation to receive two sea pens,

currently constructed and moored in Newcastle Harbour. Huon Aquaculture will bring one of the floating sea pens just inside Tomaree off the Boulders in the coming week to install netting. In consultation with RMS and Marine Parks, a temporary mooring will be placed on sandy sea bed in around 7 metres of water.

MY family and I were in Hawks Nest visiting for the 1st week of the school holidays. On Thursday 29 September I decided to take the family,( myself, my wife and 3 children) to Nelson The mooring consists of two flat-bottomed cylindrical concrete blocks (3 tonne each) approximately 40 metres apart. The mooring will be in place from 8 October to 18 October, and Huon will remove it as soon as the works are completed. One sea pen will be towed from Newcastle directly to the Research Lease. The other sea pen will come through the heads to the Boulders, providing a more sheltered location to rig the nets before it is towed out to Providence Bay. Subsequent sea pens for the research lease will

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most likely be rigged on location without needing to make this detour into Port Stephens. The nets will not be dropped to full depth until after the pen has been towed out and moored on the farm lease. During net installation, noise will be limited to boat engines and hydraulic cranes, and the work will take place between dawn and dusk with no lights other than any required for navigational safety.

Customers are the ferries business. Timetables printed with times of ferries should be adhered to regardless. I am sure we were not the only ones feeling upset. Why have timetables? Troy Porter Kellyville

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Ian Lyall Dept of Primary Industries I wish you every success for the future. Kate Washington Member for Port Stephens

Dear News Of The Area, I AM delighted to support a new local newspaper for the residents living on the Tomaree Peninsular. A local voice is important because residents living on the Peninsular have many different experiences and face different challenges to people living elsewhere. Sharing our local, positive stories will only serve to strengthen our community. I welcome the incoming staff of the Bay News of the Area and thank them for taking up the role of reporting on the local events which play such an important role in our day to day lives. The Tomaree Peninsular is full of important stories

On returning to wharf at Nelson Bay for 1.30 pm we were told this is cancelled and you will have to wait till 3.30pm. The reason these ferries were not going was they did not want to take only a few people. I would just like to say

Dear News Of The Area, I’M not sure if you got any photos of the weekend storms (24 Sep) but as they were pretty ‘spectacular’ I

thought I’d send you a few. This was Heading into Soldiers Point Marina. Dave Brown Salamander Bay

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WHAT a great addition the local Bay News will be to the area. Judging by the articles published online over the past few weeks, it’s obvious the writers will be making sure the incredible things happening in this part of the world and the people who make them happen are covered.

State Member, Kate Washington.

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Congratulations to all involved in the launch, it’s evident that a lot of hard work, effort and thought has gone into the preparations. I wish you all the very best for a successful relationship with the Tomaree community. Can’t wait to read the first edition. Wendy Parsons

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Dear News Of The Area, IT’S wonderful to see local business flourish and prosper within the Port Stephens community. I couldn’t be more pleased to see that Mick and the team at Medowie News of the Area are now expanding into the Tomaree Peninsula with their newest publication [Bay News of The Area]. Medowie News of the Area has proven itself to be a breath of fresh air in the local media landscape and a wonderful asset for the area. It’s a great avenue to highlight important local issues and I have no doubt that Bay News of the Area will be a perfect fit for residents within the Tomaree Peninsula. An exciting platform to tell stories and connect with your neighbour, Bay News

q Mayor of Port Stephens Bruce MacKenzie. of the Area will be your eyes and ears for all the goingson in your neighbourhood. Be sure to support your newest publication, grab it from your nearest newsstand and submit your stories and make your voice heard. To Mick and the team at Bay News of the Area, best of luck with your newest venture – I’m sure it will be a great success. Bruce MacKenzie Mayor of Port Stephens

Happy reading say Swanson OPINION Dear News Of The Area, CONGRATULATIONS to everyone involved with the Bay News of the Area publication! New and different voices are always welcome in our media landscape. It’s especially pleasing that the News of the Area publications focus on their local communities, whether it’s Medowie, or the Bay, or the Myall Lakes. Local news keeps us connected and engaged, and I’m happy to support a

media publication committed to that. My office is in Raymond Terrace, but I’m frequently in the Bay for events and “mobile offices”. Please get in touch if I can be of assistance to you. Well done to Mick and the crew, and good luck with your latest venture. Happy reading to everyone in the Bay area.

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WITHOUT even having published the first edition of Bay News Of The Area, we have had such an overwhelming community response, support and engagement. Your new, fresh, independent, and local, Modern Media is following up on so many of your Letters to the Editor and requests for stories - see this I am writing to you to ask if request below… hang tight you would like to do a story Gabbi, we are on it! on me and my sister who Keep the local news coming! are competing in Australia Galaxy Pageant this year. News Of The Area I am a State Finalist in the Modern Media teen section which will be

My name is Gabrielle Guihot and I am 15 years old.

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The Bay in the early days.

for Tom and was making a little money on the side. I was at the time an Instrument Fitter in the RAAF at Williamtown. Tom was used to City style journalism and did not

go over well with some locals. I left and started the “Pictorial” with my wife as the owner. Hope this nutshell history note will be of some help to you. Will attach a

Memories flooding in

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NEWS Of The Area put our ‘Majestic Old Tree Comes Down’ story online (read the story in this edition on pahe 11). Your response to this story was amazing. There are certainly many stories to tell. News Of The Area Modern Media

photo from those days. It shows the waterfront of the bay from the air. Arthur Renforth

Deserved recognition

Dear News Of The Area, WE loved this old tree! This is my son, just 3 weeks ago having a swing on the 1st day of spring. Nat Hollis Salamander Bay

Meryl Swanson Federal Member for Paterson

Keep letters and requests coming to us Dear Tomaree,

YOU are where I was in 1966, just beginning a news paper. The Port Stephens Pictorial, years later we sold to the Raymond Terrace Examiner who eventually sold to the Newcastle Herald. The first newspaper in the bay was the Port Stephens Times by a Mr Barnard (his son was, or still is an electrician in the Bay.) the next owner was a Wally Caldwell who later sold to Fred Causon, later it closed down, mainly because a newpaper “The Port Stephens Gazette” started. It was run by Tom Barras, an “A’ class ‘Jurno’. I started taking photos

Cathy Diamonds.

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Dear News Of The Area, OUR photo of the tree. Tina Sorenson Dear News Of The Area, THIS was taken in the shade of the favourite tree. Lots of beautiful family memories. Gail Leadbeatter

held in Sydney in December. My sister is competing in the Mrs division and has progressed straight to the National Final which will be held in the new year. There is certainly an element of beauty in a pageant but as a pageant girl it is important to be an active community member and also volunteer for charity. This year I will be raising money for

make a wish and wildlife warriors and have already got some events organised. I really hope that you are able to do a story for us and hopefully it might encourage other girls to enter in the area as well Gabbi :-) Gabrielle Guihot

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RECENTLY our Shoal Bay Strollers walking co-ordinator was awarded NSW Local co-ordinator at The Golden Shoe Awards. Nominations flowed in from all over the country to the Heart Foundation. During the judging Cathy Diamonds nomination was a stand out in the NSW category. It was declared a marvellous achievement for the time in the role, and testimony to her diligence and perseverance to not only start but develop and maintain a successful walking group. The aim of the free walking group is to provide an accessible, friendly, relaxed environment for people who are trying to move more. This has been shown to help improve symptoms of osteoarthritis in the joints and prevent heart disease. At the same time meeting new people in the beautiful outdoors of Shoal Bay. The Shoal Bay Pharmacy initiated the walking group under Cathy’s lead and hopes that more and more people join up and enjoy the walk that starts at the pharmacy each Tuesday and Friday morning at 7.00am. Justine Fairbairn Shoal Bay Pharmacy

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Beautifully presented & extremely versatile. Downstairs this home has an oversized double garage & rumpus room with full bathroom. The upper level has 4 beds, stylish bathrooms, an elegant kitchen leading to the living area & nth facing entertaining deck with distant views. For Sale $695,000 Anthony Diemar 0417 426 210 Nelson Bay 4984 2400

Resort apartment in the heart of Nelson Bay. The resort itself has an in-ground pool, games room, sauna & Restaurant. If you are looking for your own holiday unit that will produce income when your not using it...this is a must to inspect. For Sale $144,500 Cath Barry 0421 650 525 Nelson Bay 4984 2400

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Salt Ash 2843 Nelson Bay Road

Watch the whales swim past your balcony whilst enjoying magical views from this superbly positioned torrens title duplex home. Some of the many features include large open plan living areas, ducted air conditioning, 3 good size bedrooms, ensuite, polished timber flooring and a huge 3 car security parking with workshop.

A wonderful opportunity only 15 mins to Port Stephens waterways. On approx 20 acres, this as new farmhouse is sure to impress. Features 10ft ceilings, large open living areas, huge kitchen & double garage with workshop. An enormous undercover bbq area, amazing 21x13m shed & 5 tanks with storage of 75,000ltrs & spear point. Inspection is a must.

For Sale $899,000 Jason Brennan 0419 691 377 Nelson Bay 4984 2400

For Sale $995,000 Jason Brennan 0419 691 377 Nelson Bay 4984 2400

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NELSON Bay resident Ben Eick of LJ Hooker Home Loans Hunter has taken home the title of World Champion Home Loans Consultant at LJ Hooker’s Annual International Awards night held recently in Cairns. The award is open to all LJ Hooker Home Loans specialists internationally, and based on the number of settlements that Mr Eick managed to secure over a 12 month period. Ben Eick has lived in the Nelson Bay area for more than 23 years, raising his four children in the local area. A musician and former school teacher, Ben has found his niche as a Mortgage Broker. Mr Eick first began operating his independently owned LJ Hooker Home Loans Hunter in 2005. Since those early days Ben Eick and his team have

q Ben Eick receives his World Champion Home Loans Consultant Award Photo: Bec Dahl won award after award here in Australia as well as internationally. “Our next twelve months has kicked off with a bang, with the new team at Nelson Bay already having broke loan lodgement records for July and August,” Mr Eick told Bay News Of The Area. “We have a great team and have over 30 accredited lenders, our business is bringing banks to you,” Ben Eick said. “To be recognised at this level in front of our colleagues from across the Australian and New Zealand LJ Hooker network is a great honour,” Mr Eick added. “We have all worked hard over the past 12 months and

accepting this award is a reflection of this hard work.” LJ Hooker CEO, Grant Harrod praised Ben Eick and the team at LJ Hooker Home Loans Hunter for their continued hard work and dedication to their clients. “Ben and his team are consummate professionals and have an excellent reputation for getting great results for buyers and sellers in the Hunter area,” said Mr Harrod. At the annual NSW/ACT state awards held in Sydney just weeks ago Mr Eick took home the gong for Top Home Loans Consultant - Number of Settlements, which meant he was eligible for the international prize.

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ARCHITECT designed, this prominently positioned apartment overlooks the much sought after Wanda Beach stretch of waterfrontage. Spectacular in design, the 2 levels of spacious living offer a place for sophisticated entertaining in the open plan living- dining with unique styled bank of East facing windows and skylights. Walking up to top floor you will be mesmerised by the outstanding views across the Bay and Wanda headland from the North-East facing terrace. The main living space combined with the dining, features high curved ceilings

and downlights while the spacious modern kitchen is expertly planned for efficiency with ample counter space, Bosch appliances, splashbacks and double entry door walk in pantry. Continuing on the upper level to the master bedroom with new shutters, private balcony with views, a walk in robe, immaculate ensuite with double vanity plus large shower and guests powder room. Storage throughout the unit has been well designed and the beautiful sleek furnishings are included in the package. The entrance, lower level of the apartment features both the second and third queen sized bedrooms, which share a balcony and each have built in robes.

The family room with its own south facing terrace can also be utilised as a fourth bedroom. Also on this level is also a well sized main bathroom, separate toilet plus internal laundry. With the opportunity to acquire a swing mooring, the owners have also included an inflatable dinghy housed in the double lock up garage. Glamour, views and a prestige lifestyle are yours here with this complex offering easy access to the local shopping village, café and restaurant as well as a private direct access to the water’s edge. Inspect Saturday 8 October at 12pm, or call Daniel O’Meara from O’Meara Property on 02 4980 4400.

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Fishing Club’s $5000 gift for the Bay SPORTS By Jewell DRURY A GREAT afternoon was had recently as members of the Anna Bay Tavern Fishing Club gave back to their local community. “This year the club has really taken off and we are ready to start giving back to the community by way of donations to local charities and groups who need help,” Warren Leadbeatter told Bay News Of The Area. “Members nominate a charity or group they would like to donate to and the committee signs off on who they think are the most needy and worthy,” Mr Leadbeatter said. This year, Anna Bay Tavern Fishing Club raised $5000 and donated all of the money to local charities. Three charities received a cheque for $1250, presented on Sunday afternoon at the Clubs monthly meet. Taurie Lalor, President of

the Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group thanked the Club for their generosity. The Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group do not receive any financial grants from the government or agencies and rely solely on their own fundraising events and donations from other clubs and organisations. “The generosity of the Anna Bay Tavern Fishing Club is greatly appreciated,” Taurie Lalor told Bay News Of The Area. “The donation will be used to help breast cancer patients who are residents on the Tomaree Peninsular,” said Ms Lalor. Anna Bay Public School P&C representative Renee Thompson, Josh Street and Narelle Robertson from Lifestyle Solutions and Firefighter, Chris Glen from Anna Bay Rural Fire Brigade were also thrilled with the cheques that were presented to them on the day.

q Taurie Lalot, President Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group accepts a $1250 cheque from ABTFC President Darren Saunders. Photo Warren Leadbeatter

More than just a catch FISHING

Anna Bay Tavern Fishing Club By Warren LEADBEATTER ANNA Bay Tavern Fishing Club, was established in 2011, by a couple of blokes over a beer, as a social fishing club to promote and encourage

people to “get out there” and “have fun”. We now have over 150 members from the local community as well as people from all over Australia. Membership is open to singles, couples, families and children, developing

community spirit whilst enjoying our paradise which is often taken for granted. On the last weekend of every month a fishing weekend is held where members are encouraged to go out fishing from 3 pm Friday until Midday on

Sunday. A weigh in is held at Anna Bay Tavern on the Sunday from 12pm to 2pm where points and prizes are awarded for biggest fish & most fish caught Mens, Womens and Junior divisions, lucky door prizes and a free members BBQ lunch. Points are tallied throughout the year for the Annual Presentation Function where awards and prizes are also awarded for club champions. There is also a Christmas Party and a weekend away

fishing event held each year. Anna Bay Tavern supports the Fishing Club by way of providing the venue for the club’s monthly committee meetings, annual functions, monthly fishing competition weigh ins and fundraising events. e.g Friday Night Joker Poker & Meat Tray raffles & Thursday Night Seafood Raffles. Each year we give back $5000 to the local community by way of donations to local charities and groups who need help with their

fundraising. This years beneficiaries each received a cheque for $1250.00 the first being Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group represented by Taurie Lalor. The second was Anna Bay Public School P&C represented by Renee Thompson. The third was Lifestyle Solutions represented by Josh Street and Narelle Robertson and lastly, Anna Bay Rural Fire Brigade represented by Chris Glen.

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Nelson Bay Football Club Awards Day By Sarah STOKES

SATURDAY 17 September saw the Nelson Bay Football Club’s (NBFC) annual awards presentation for the Junior Interdistrict Competition Teams. Twelve teams from U12s to U18s play in the Junior league and of these, four made it through to the grand final - the U12Girls C, U13Cs, U14As and U14Girls B. The U14Girls won their Grand Final 4-1, a wonderful achievement. Winners of the special category awards in the U12s-U17s categories were: U12 Division A. Best and Fairest: Ethan Fairhall Most Reliable: Mitchell Lancaster Rock Solid Defence: Matthew Treharne. U12 Division D. Best and Fairest: Troy Voyzey Leading Goal Scorer: Seamus Jones Rock Solid Defence: Jarod Northey. U13 Division C. Best and Fairest: Conner Freeman Leading Goal Scorer: Juliven Barco Rock Solid Defence: Alexander Gray.

U13 Division D. Best and Fairest: Braith Harvey Leading Goal Scorer: Liam Harvey Rock Solid Defence: Rhys Brownlie.

U14 Division A. Best and Fairest: Sebastian Meagher Leading Goal Scorer: Dylan Baillache Rock Solid Defence: Rhys Schultz

U14 Division B. Best and Fairest: Jaden Pilley Leading Goal Scorer: Kynan Hopkin Rock Solid Defence: Jett Lancaster.

U15 Division B. Best and Fairest: Nick Gray Leading Goal Scorer: Bryce Zerbes Rock Solid Defence: Jack Craven.

U16 Division B. Best and Fairest: Billy Brown Leading Goal Scorer: Kean Thomas Leading Goal Scorer: Oliver Bylart Rock Solid Defence: Callum Donnolley. U17 Division D Best and Fairest: “Team Powers” Leading Goal Scorer: Jett Stewart Rock Solid Defence: Jack Brown.

GIRLS U12Girls Division C Best and Fairest: Aleah Doran Leading Goal Scorer: Chloe Debono Rock Solid Defence: Kiera Pizzuto.

U14Girls Division B. Best and Fairest: Jade Graham Leading Goal Scorer: Grace Hewitt Rock Solid Defence: Emily Freeman.

U16Girls Division B. Best and Fairest: Taylah Smith Leading Goal Scorer: Bridie Hyland Rock Solid Defence: Aimee Zerbes. Special mention goes to the U13 Division

C, U14 Division A and U12 Girls Division C teams who missed winning their Grand Finals on penalty shoot-outs. The girls’ U12 and U14s teams also did well in the Minor Premier category – winning the season. The Nelson Bay FC has over 600 players playing in an impressive 59 teams, from U6s to the Senior teams. The U6s and 7s play locally in the Tomaree area whilst the other teams play in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and across the Hunter. A club spokesperson said that the season had gone very well.

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ANNIVERSARY time for Marcel and Nicole Le Grange as they celebrate their first year as owners of SportsPower, Salamander Bay. Marcel and Nicole are long term residents of the Bay and are actively involved in the sporting community in a variety of ways. The staff at SportsPower are a talented lot. They have a wealth of knowledge in relation to multiple sporting codes. Sophie Balcombe 19, of Anna Bay, who plays for grand final winners, Nelson Bay Marlins, has just been awarded the Most Outstanding AFL Young Football Player at BDAFL. Sophie has also recently applied for the GWS Draft. Sophie said, “As women’s league progresses and develops I hope to make it a full time career.” Brie Carter 19, of Nelson Bay, plays Oz-Tag with Port Stephen’s Bandits and also Country Bulls at the Australian Titles in Coffs

Harbour in November. This is the third time she has competed with them. Brie said, “I am excited about the growth of local Oz-Tag in both the juniors and seniors.” “It is awesome having more teams being taken away to State comps every year.” Caiden and Kobe Le Grange, 18 and 12 years respectively, are both winners in the Hockey Grand finals this year and play in the Nelson Bay Hockey competition. Marcel has been involved in the local rugby scene for over 25 years as well as touch football and hockey. He has played many disciplines of sport over the years and has a broad range of knowledge. Trent Chadwick, has worked at the store for the past 10 years, has a wealth of sporting knowledge and also plays for Nelson Bay Soccer. “It is important to get kids involved in sports,” Nicole said. “It is an essential part of a child’s development and we are proud to be involved with this.”

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BOWLS Soldiers Point Bowling Club By Terry ANTRAM SEMI final 2016 men’s consistency singles, Sid Johnston Beat Matt Proud, Terry Long beat Bill Arbuckle. Final to be played 9th October 10am Club triples to start on 16th October.

FROM Page 24 the past 8 years, currently working in the area of Molusc research. He started spearfishing sporadically as a young boy but became serious as an adult. Mr Johnston is a member of Newcastle Neptunes Spearfishing Club, the oldest and largest spearfishing club in Australia. Joining Neptunes is a great way to meet others who spearfish, to share knowledge and gain skills, to explore new spots in the Bay area and to join in on trips away. “The Neptunes club holds a Neptune Challenge Cup which is a great competition where the largest speared of the ten species of fish listed is awarded,” said Mr Johnston. According to Kyle there are some great spots to dive here in the Port Stephens area. His favourite spots for spearing are Boat Harbour for Brim and Lobster in Winter as well as Broughton Island in Winter for Snapper. “You will find lots of Kingfish off Broughton Island in the Summer,” Kyle said. Contact Newcastle Newcastle Neptunes President Steve Elias for more details on 0410 559 350.

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Fingal Bay Bomboras LAST month hundreds of Bay locals make their way to Harker Oval, New Lambton to watch the local Fingal Bay Bomboras play West Wallsend in this year’s Grand Final. As the final whistle blew, the Score Board announced the Fingal Bay Bomboras victors with a 28 – 24 win. This Grand Final win is the first for the Bomboras in 19 years.

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Kyle Johnston with his 3.5 kg Snapper from North rock at Broughton Island.

Hunter Hornets On the Horizon GOLF Champs TOUCH FOOTBALL

Nelson Bay Touch By Annie TOLHURST NELSON Bay Touch Association (NBTA) sent 6 Senior teams to the Hunter/Western Hornets Championships over the last weekend in Maitland. Defending Regional champions Senior Mixed went down in a nail biting grand final against Doyalson 5 to 7 and Women’s 30 also defending Champs were defeated by Wallsend 0 to 6 after losing some key players to injury. Our Men’s 40’s team stepped up again this year to meet defending Regional and State Champs Wallsend in the grand final. Held their own for half the game but eventually going down to a very strong side with current Australian players 5 to 7. Our Men’s 20’s team played hard and strong through all their round games. This year we have some

young boys stepping up to take on the bigger boys and having lost two players before the tournament the boys did very well to finish a very reputable 5th in the Region. Our Men’s opens took on the big guns and fought hard throughout. Again due to some injuries during the tournament left their numbers on the low side but the remaining boys showed lots of courage and also finished 5th. Winners are grinners and our Ladies 20’s side went through undefeated to claim victory in the grand final against Central Coast Dolphins. Congrats to all the players, officials and team management who have put in a tremendous amount of time and effort so far. The next Senior Rep tournament being NSW Country Championship is only a matter of weeks away in Wollongong on 22 and 23 October.

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NELSON Bay Marlins AFL have had an amazing year celebrating success across a wide spectrum. The Bay Marlins Women came back in the second half to win over defending champions Newcastle City in the Women’s Black Diamond AFL Grand Final in Newcastle on Saturday 27 August. Newcastle led 16-7 at the first change and then 23-8 at halftime but were unable to score a goal in the second half, being overpowered with a full time score of 5.3 (32) to 3.11 (29) by the Marlins.

Horizon Golf Resort By Trevor HARRISON Saturday October 1 Monthly Medal Stroke

A Grade Men Winner K. Kitching 78 R/Up M. Jack 82 B Grade Men Winner N. Dombkins 72

R/Up R. Lake 75 c/b C Grade Men Winner G. Shield 75 R/Up M. Bradley 77 c/b Ladies Div 1 Winner D. Atkinson 77 R/Up C. O’Brien 80 Ladies Div 2 Winner D. Yeo 78 R/Up B. Trickett 79 Stableford Winner C.

Life Savers are prepared SUMMER is fast approaching and the Port Stephens Lifeguard Service, Council and local Surf Life Saving clubs have been hard at work preparing for the 2016/17 season. Council’s Contracts and Services Coordinator, Ian Crawford said that everyone was looking forward to hitting the beach for another successful season. “Last year was the first year of a new five year contract between Port Stephens Council and the Australian Lifeguard Service (ALS) where there has been significant investment into providing new lifesaving equipment - increasing the level of safety on our beaches.” “The results speak for themselves which is really pleasing for everyone considering there were good attendances across all beaches and a low rate of incidences over what was a busy summer season,” he said. This year, the Port Stephens Lifeguard Service will operate at One Mile, Birubi and Fingal beaches. Volunteer lifesavers will be operating from Birubi and Fingal beaches on weekends commencing on Saturday 24 September, with all beaches patrolled

seven days a week between 9am and 5pm. Port Stephens Lifeguard Supervisor, Phil Rock said the lifeguard service would begin patrolling at One Mile on Saturday 24 September and Fingal and Birubi on Monday 26 September. “Seeing the team back on the beach is a sure sign that summer isn’t far away and we’re all really excited about getting back to work.” “We’ve spent the off-season reviewing statistics and improving our processes we’ll be working closely with volunteer lifesavers to continue to educate beachgoers on how to stay safe at the beach.” “For us, the message is always the same - take note of the conditions before entering the water always swim between the red and yellow flags and follow the directions of lifeguards or lifesavers,” Phil said. Birubi Beach Surf Life Saving Club Vice President, Helen Ratcliffe said that their lifesavers would be assisting in spreading the safety message. “Our lifesavers are always happy to give safety advice to beach goers if they’re

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unsure about surf conditions.” “It’s important that parents stay close to their children, particularly if they are not confident surf swimmers and keep an eye on where they are in relation to the patrol flags,” she said. Helen also added that surfboards (that includes foam boards with fins) are not allowed between the flags as this can put swimmers at risk. This year, Birubi will also host round one of the Hunter Surf Life Saving Newcastle Permanent Series on Saturday 15 October. Fingal Beach Surf Life Saving Club President, Brett Woods was excited about the new season. “We’ve been in preparation for a couple of months now; making sure the club is ready to hit the ground running. “Council has made a significant investment into equipment in recent years for both the ALS and volunteer lifeguards and we were able to see the benefit of that last season. Mr Woods added that Fingal would play host to three major events this season. “We’ll be hosting this year’s Hunter Branch Championships, the Hydrothon and the Summer of Surf – which replaces the Nutri Grain Ironman Series.”

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community took action on 10 -11 September. The events in the bay were initiated and organized by The Change Maker Tribe – a new organization purposely working towards a brighter world for all funding national and global projects. Founder Tara Scott said, “These events were about raising awareness.” Tara said, “1 in 5 children in

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Australia are sexually assaulted by their 18th Birthday. I wholeheartedly believe in Bravehearts vision and mission.” “We need to stand together to protect our children, I believe we live in a country that has the resources to change this if we speak up and break the silence together.” Fingal Bay Park Run had over 50 participants who walked or ran in the rain wearing white holding white balloons on Saturday 10 September. On Sunday 11 September, families gathered at the bottom of Mt Tomaree, collected their balloons and walked together to the top of our iconic mountain. Ms Scott said, “It was

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inspirational to see parents and children walk empowered with the intention of protecting all children from sexual assault.” Salamander Bay resident and mother of two Harriet Baily-Hewitt when asked why she decided to take part said, “Sadly no body is aware how often this happens.” “I took part because so many of us are closer than we think to the issue, if not directly affected by it. I took part because everyone needs to be more aware and protect those who are too young and vulnerable to understand what is happening.” If you are a young person being sexually assaulted, or if you know of a young person who you believe is being sexually assaulted, then please contact Police or the Child Protection Authorities on 133 627 or call Bravehearts confidential support line on 1800 272 831.

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Spearfishing in the Bay Kyle has a degree in Marine Science and has been working for the Department of Industry for the past 8 years, currently working in the area of Molusc research.

WHY not join the countless numbers of ‘Spearos’ who spearfish here in Nelson Bay, giving you the opportunity to hand pick the fish you want to bring home for dinner. Kyle Johnston, a local spearfisherman, has always been a hunter gatherer. When he was a young boy, he used to go mushroom gathering with his Pop and looks back fondly on those times. These days Kyles hunt looks a little different and he takes to

the water whenever he has the opportunity. Kyle and Jillian Johnston have a new edition to the family in the way of their 3 month old son Wyatt. “I don’t have as much time as I used to but am pretty lucky that I have a flexible job which allows me time to have the occasional dive here and there,” Kyle Johnston told News Of The Area. Kyle has a degree in Marine Science and has been working for the Department of Industry for

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Kyle Johnston with his 15 kg kingfish and 13kg Wahoo speared at Broughton Island.

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