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‘YOUNG men and women contemplating a career as an Air Force pilot can look forward to years of exhilarating and challenging flying in modern aircraft. It is a job like no other.’

This is the RAAF’s preamble for attracting modern-day recruits, yet it sums up perfectly the fascinating career so far of newly appointed Commander Air Combat Group (ACG), Air Commodore (AIRCDRE) Mike Kitcher at RAAF Base Williamtown.

For AIRCDRE Kitcher, who recently took over the reins from the newly promoted Air Vice Marshal Steve Roberton, the rise in rank from officer cadet to one star general has been

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MEDOWIE Coles has a group of smiling faces that customers and staff alike have come to look forward to seeing on Tuesdays each week.

As part of the Life Skills program, students in the Senior Support Classes at Irrawang High, have been travelling by bus to Coles Medowie every Tuesday in the school term for

over ten years.

Accompanied by their teacher Ms Georgina Ward and Student Learning Support Officer Mrs Irene O’Rourke, the group of 14 students have the opportunity to practice their money handling skills, whilst on public transport and also when they are purchasing their morning tea from the store.

At Coles from 9.3012.30pm, the students assist the staff and learn many new skills along the way including; facing the shelves and keeping them clean and tidy, recycling, removing damaged goods from the shelves and helping to rotate stock.

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Two new constables THREE Hunter Local Area Commands will welcome five new probationary constables following today’s attestation parade of Class of 331.

Two new probationary constables will each be stationed at Lake Macquarie and Port Stephens LACs with the final probationary constable stationed at the Central Hunter LAC. Parliamentary Secretary for the Hunter Scot MacDonald MLC congratulated the new recruits on graduating from the Goulburn Police Academy and thanked them for their commitment to preventing and disrupting crime.

“I would like to welcome our newest officers to the region, and extend our gratitude to them for devoting their careers to such an

honourable cause,” Mr MacDonald said.

“I know the qualifications our officer/s have completed at the Police Academy, together with the on-thejob training they will undertake at the Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens and Central Hunter Local Area Commands will ensure they are more than adequately prepared to step into this important role.

“Policing can be an extremely challenging profession. Our officers encounter the best and the worst of humanity in the line of duty, so I’m very pleased that our community will benefit from the enthusiasm of five new officers starting their career on the beat.”

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“The men and women attesting today will bring the number of individuals who have become sworn NSW Police officers since 2011 to 4,163,” Mr Grant said.

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the assistance from the students, and we often receive great feedback from customers about their friendliness and helpfulness.”

‘We are proud to be involved in such a special program, and love having the students.”

The students learn valuable life skills that will assist them in leading more independent lives after finishing school.

They learn responsibility and accountability over and above the experience of going to school within the Learning Support Program.

Teacher Ms Ward told News Of The Area, “Our students work hard, and enjoy their jobs at Coles.”

“It is lovely watching the students skills develop and their confidence grow as they interact with a wide variety of staff and customers.”

“We have seen some wonderful changes in each and every one of our students each year who participate in the program.”

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retired great grandfather formed out of a chance encounter at this year’s Tocal Field Days.

Three-and-a-half-yearold twin Carter Goodwin has cerebral palsy quadriplegia hypertonic spasticity. Bill Taylor is a 70-year-old volunteer firefighter and former paramedic, motorcycle cop, Air Force member and Army reservist.

While both reside in Medowie, the pair had never met before the Goodwins decided to take the family to the popular field day at Tocal in May. “I was manning the Medowie rural fire brigade stall when Carter – along with mum and dad Sam and Alex, twin Milla and older brother Hudson – came along and I immediately noticed his attraction to a replica model of a fire truck I had constructed years before,” Mr Taylor, who has survived bowel cancer and stroke, recalled.

“Carter just loved the truck so after a while I asked for permission from his parents to build something similar as a gift.

“They approved and I

week building a model replica Tiger Moth aircraft, based on the training prototypes used during World War Two. “I have grandchildren and great grandchildren of my own and had over 35 years’ experience working with disabled children, but no child had affected the way Carter did.

“He just broke my heart and the way his eyes lit up the day I presented him with the model plane was something else.

“I received the biggest hugs and kisses.”

For the Goodwin family, the unexpected gift has become one of Carter’s prized possessions.

“We are so grateful for not only the gift but the strong bond that has developed between Bill and Carter,” mum Sam Goodwin said.

“The structure is big enough for Carter to sit in and it is most appropriate for his needs.”

It also allows Carter to forget about the daily grind of physio sessions and strenuous hospital visits.

The Goodwins said they are constantly amazed by the generosity and goodwill of family, friends and strangers from the

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as unexpected as it has been deserved.

“Aside from a grandfather who fought in World War Two, I had no other family connections to the military so when I joined the Air Force in 1984 there were no specific long-term goals,” the 52-year-old father of three said.

“For me it was an interest in flying which enticed me to join and I have been fortunate to progress

through the ranks while doing what I love.

“Having said that I do take my responsibility as CDR ACG very seriously … my primary role is to ensure ACG delivers the required level of capability whilst looking after the safety and welfare of all ACG personnel.

“Being in the air and on the ground provides me the opportunity to see first hand the challenges ahead while also allowing me to be better

Medowie community, who continue to support Carter’s needs.

informed and prepared to make better decisions.

“I think it is vitally important that I keep in touch with the real challenges at the coalface, particularly with the impending arrival of the F-35s in 2018.”

AIRCDRE Kitcher has enjoyed a distinguished career both as pilot and instructor, starting at Point Cook and extending to his most recent role as CDR of the RAAF Air Task Group in the Middle East.

AIRDCRE Kitcher’s current platform stretches

They have set up a facebook page, called Carter’s Crew, to share

three States (NSW, Queensland, Western Australia) plus the Northern Territory, three Wings, five Squadrons and thousands of troops.

He will also be involved in the transitioning of the Classic Hornets to the F-35s and be part of a team that overlooks the near-$1 billion in construction and infrastructure currently being undertaken on the Williamtown base.

And while this may seem like a tall order, the unflappable AIRCDRE Kitcher sees his

their journey and hopefully educate and inspire others.

administerial duties as both “exciting and challenging”.

“I have every confidence in the hard working men and women of the force and the exceptional service they portray day to day.”

AIR Vice Marshall Roberton said that ACG faces busy times ahead as Australia continues to support combat operations in the Middle East.

“AIRCDRE Kitcher will oversee some the final years of operating the classic Hornet, transitioning to new aircraft and new technologies. This

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Becoming a member of the Order of Australia at last June’s Queen’s Birthday awards, AIRCDRE Kitcher was also complimentary of his staff in acknowledging their support.

“I was honoured to receive the medal but I would never have achieved it without the support of my team.”

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q Never forgotten – Margaret reflects on a photo of Frede in Bill Lunney’s ‘Forgotten Fleet 2.’ His service medals are beside the book.

MEDOWIE authors Bill and Ruth Lunney’s book ‘Forgotten Fleet’ went to a second edition hard cover issue due to its popularity.

Bill served in the small ships and Ruth is remembered as a respected high school teacher at Raymond Terrace. Bill has now passed on but the memories of this little known WW2 flotilla stay well and truly alive for 98 year old Margaret Oulund from Lemon Tree Passage.

To set the scene for our tale we have to backtrack to the dark days of the Pacific War. The Americans had arrived to push back the Japanese but they had a problem: they had no little ships to ferry troops ashore or to resupply the isolated units.

To solve this, their army rounded up any civilians in Australia with maritime experience to man a rag-tag fleet of boats for the job. The ‘Stella Maris,’ a Port Stephens oyster boat was one of the craft requisitioned and Frede Oulund, a Danish merchant mariner was one those who volunteered to serve.

Margaret met Frede at a

dance in Sydney and they were married in 1943. This had her subsequently classified as an ‘alien’ but all was rectified when Frede was granted citizenship in 1951.

At Milne Bay Frede was wounded by shrapnel and a bullet in the knee from a Japanese air attack. Just two weeks later he was back in service. He later captained one of the little ships.

After the war, The couple ran several small businesses before retiring to Lemon Tree Passage.

Margaret has a slight balance problem these days but she leads an independent life in her two storey home. Groceries are delivered to the doorstep and she uses her ‘stairlifter’ to get them up to the kitchen. She makes blankets for hospitals.

Family gave her a tablet for her 96th birthday which she regularly uses but she has had a little bit of trouble since they put her on facebook. She’s working on it.

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TILLIGERRY Habitat was the location for the successful candidates forum last week.

Present at the evening, and ready to take questions on Tilligerry issues, were Mayoral candidate Geoff Dingle, Mayor and Central ward Councillor candidates Ryan Palmer and Steve Tucker, and Central Ward Councillor candidates Jenny Battrick and Sarah Smith.

Geoff Dingle told News Of The Area, “Council needs to restore faith with the Tilligerry community, and work on a number of big issues to show them their community is important to the council.”

“We need to encourage landlords and owners to work

with Council to rejuvenate the business centres, and a cycle way between Tanilba, Mallabula and Lemon Tree Passage would do much to make the community further connected.”

“A multipurpose community centre on the Tilligerry Peninsula is also long overdue, with proposals that have been hanging around for years requiring some leadership to make it all happen,” he said.

Ryan Palmer told News Of The Area, “It was a great night at the Tilligerry Habitat with great audience participation.”

“Roads have been a huge issue on the Tilligerry Peninsula and it is about time the issues are put to bed.”

“We also need to ensure

that we are doing all we can to engage and look after the youth on the Tilligerry Peninsula, with into youth programs and ensuring that the mental health needs of our youth are looked after.”

Jenny Battrick told News Of The Area, “My aim is to improve the bus interchange at TBPS, with dedicated parking area and stand alone bus area for safety.”

“High on my agenda also is a connected pathway through

the peninsula, dedicated Asset Management focus for sports facility upgrades and maintenance with installation of solar powered lighting for security at training areas near the sports complex.”

“Opt in Green Waste Bins, increased operating hours of Waste Depot, and greater facilities for Youth with a drop in centre are also high priority,” she said.

Sarah Smith told News Of The Area, “I see that the

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Tilligerry area needs council to focus on basic infrastructure like pathways, cycle tracks; work with local committees to maintain public spaces; encourage facilities and employment for our youth; ensure compliance matters are acted upon with regard to buildings, tree removal and developments.”

“I will strive to restore confidence in our council and its decision making processes.”

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FOR many years, the Medowie Rural Fire Brigade have provided Medowie and its surrounding areas with an extremely important service.

The protection of our property and our lives from the threat of fire in its many forms and also invaluable assistance to Police and Ambulance at various types of incidents.

The staff and patrons at Medowie’s Bull n Bush Hotel decided they wanted to give back to these fine men and women and to use the money they had raised from their

weekly raffles to purchase something for our firies to say thank you for their service.

“The brigade is such a vital part of our community,” said Licensee Eileen Clark.

“We wanted to do something to give back to them and show our appreciation, especially since as volunteers they leave their families and give up their time for us.”

Staff and patrons raised over $2900 and with this money were able to purchase some lighting equipment and

some work shirts.

With the money left over and a bit of clever artwork from Jolene Smith, wife of the brigade’s Senior Deputy Captain, they were also able to purchase some social t-shirts for the brigade members.

“We were thrilled to be able to do something personal for each of the men and women in the brigade and to purchase some lighting equipment to hopefully make their job a little easier in future incidents that may occur,” Ms Smith said.

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“THEY must be so worried,” was the response from the Labor Party’s Des Maslen following the furore over the past week involving a couple of Facebook posts and the sabotage of a political sign.

Mr Maslen, who is heading the ALP mayoral and Central Ward councillor tickets, has hit out at his opponents and insists that he won’t be bullied.

He did, however, concede it had been a tough week: firstly with the reaction from a Facebook comment made six years ago while working in Western Australia, and

later with the cutting down of an ALP billboard on Nelson Bay Road at Bobs Farm.

“The sign went up on 3 August and just a few days later vandals, most likely political opposers, have used a grinder to cut through the steel posts to knock it down,” the 52-year-old Medowie father-of-three said.

“I can’t believe [whomever did this] would go to such lengths.

“But it won’t deter me or the party, the billboard is going back up but this time with reinforced steel and concrete.”

As for the political backlash over his Facebook posts, Mr Maslen insisted much of what was printed

was taken out of context and that he was neither sexist nor homophobic.

“It was a lack of judgement on my part. I have apologized and I am looking forward to moving on.”

Mr Maslen saved his greatest criticism for his political opposers, slamming them for their “dirty pool” tactics.

“They are obviously worried about the impact our party is having on the polls.

“We have said from day one of the election campaign that he will be focusing on local issues and that is what we will continue to do.

“There is no need for the grubby politics,” he told News Of The Area.

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Highest Honour For Scout

By Rachael VAUGHAN

CONSIDERED the highest award any Scout can achieve, the Australian Scout Medallion is only awarded to a select group of individuals who have gone above and beyond the expectations of a regular Scout.

Maddison Woodcock is a passionate member of the first Medowie Scout Group.

Maddison, a Year 9 student, was acknowledged for this dedication, when she was presented the Medallion o Phot ery Gall line On

Of The Area, “I have learnt about many facets of camping, navigation using compasses, topographical maps and the stars and sun, and leadership skills.”

With an extensive knowledge of fire and fuel, safety and survival, and camp cooking and hygiene, she is the person you want around you in an emergency.

Maddison has also completed many hours of community service, such as volunteering doing gardening, Clean Up Australia

Day, and Hunter Wetlands maintenance.

Maddison completed her Scout Leadership Course and First Aid Course in May and undertook her Green Cord requirement of a 30km bushwalk in the July school holidays.

“This hike was from the last section of The Great North Walk which is a trail that begins in Sydney City and ends in Newcastle at the Obelisk.”

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in front of her teachers, peers, and community members at Irrawang High School this week.

Her journey towards this exceptional accomplishment has seen her gain many skills.

To be eligible for the Medallion, Scouts must participate in the Green Cord challenge, which is a range of activities to do with advanced camp craft.

Recipients must also fulfil two leadership components: a course and a major activity.

Maddison told News

fellow scouts, including Irrawang High students Matthew Williams and Ella Ruhl.”

“I was the leader, and each team member carried their own tents, food, water, clothes and equipment for the three days.”

“We completed the hike on our own.”

Maddison also organised a disco as part of the Leadership Activity.

Maddison now moves into the Venturer section for 15 to 18-year old’s and is looking forward to learning new skills.

Vietnam Vets Day

By Rachael VAUGHAN

THE service for Vietnam Veterans Day in Medowie was a special event, with a sizable turnout from community members, RAAF personnel, decorated Defence members, returned service men and women, our Federal member, Councillors and students from all three Medowie Schools.

Member for Paterson, Meryl Swanson, presented a sapling from the seed of the Lone Pine to the Medowie RSL sub-branch, speaking to the crowd about the special significance of this small sapling.

Neil Biggar, Secretary of the Medowie RSL sub-Branch, told News Of The Area that they were delighted to accept the sapling, that will be planted in a special place at

the new Medowie Sports and Community Club.

“The sub-Branch has always been a supporter of the Club, and looks forward to being able to hold meetings at the Club, which will hopefully be an incentive for more Medowie ex-service people to join the RSL, as well as become members of the Club.” Neil said.

“The Medowie RSL also looks forward to being able to conduct some of its veterans’ assistance work from the Club’s meeting rooms, which is exciting us.” he added.

The three Medowie schools were well represented, with students behaving in a manner their schools should be extremely proud of.

Wirreanda Public School has the largest defence student population, with over 200 students from defence families.

The Defence School Liaison Officer, Karen Schieb, told News Of The Area, “It is wonderful to see the Defence community spirit in Medowie.”

“We are so proud of what our Defence families bring to Medowie, and that the community embraces them.”

Moving words from several speakers during the services set the scene for reflection on the sacrifices our service men and women made during the Vietnam War, and their fight for recognition upon their return home, and for many years afterward.

News Of The Area would like to take this opportunity to thank our returned servicemen for their sacrifices and service, and congratulates Medowie RSL sub-branch for their moving and emotive service.

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Charity begins at home

By Rachael VAUGHAN

OUR Marauders rugby club are well known around town for their family friendly atmosphere all season, and their charitable efforts every year for their ‘Charity Round’.

This year’s round will be held on Saturday 26 August.

A full day of rugby will be played, including Premier Rugby.

There will be a barbecue, and jumping castle for the kids.

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Players on the day will be wearing a special one-off jumper for the game, and then auctioning them off after the game.

The club has made some changes this year with choosing their charity for the year.

They are embracing the ‘charity begins at home’ philosophy, and have chosen a charity that is based in Medowie and dear to the hearts of many Marauders clubmen and the greater

Medowie community.

Choosing a charity is always hard for the club, as there are so many deserving groups out there.

Mark Underwood, Coach of the Marauders, told News Of The Area, “It was amazing to see the team choose, without hesitation, to support SMS Australia on this charity day.”

“Knowing how important this charity round is to our chosen group every year, it is extra special to be able to

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“Knowing how important this charity round is to our chosen group every year, it is extra special to be able to choose a charity of one of our own team members.”

choose a charity of one of our own team members.”

“Our team calls themselves brothers, so on the decision day of who to choose, we chose the brotherhood.” he said.

SMS Australia is a charity helped by a local family, who are just trying to get awareness for the rare syndrome the charity raises awareness and funds for.

“One minute she could be throwing furniture across the room, then the next minute she is smashing you with these amazing bear hugs.”

Those hugs are what inspired Elsie’s nickname “The Bear”.

For more information on SMS, please head to the Australian charities Facebook page ‘SMS Awareness Australia’.

Eric Tolhurst, a Marauders player, has a little daughter Elsie who was diagnosed with Smith Magenis Syndrome (SMS).

Living with a child with Smith Magenis Syndrome can be extremely challenging, but also extremely rewarding.

Elsie’s father Eric said,”Living with Elsie is like living with a really aggressive care bear.”

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Ian presenting the cheque to nurses Carly Crispin.

q Jamie Chase and Rob Shen’s Mustang.

By Geoff WALKER IN the decade or so that it has been functioning, Tilligerry Auto Club has forwarded some $112 000 to the John Hunter Children’s Hospital Paediatric Oncology Unit.

The money has been raised at the annual Motorama which draws around 500 vehicles of all descriptions vying for prizes in around 20 categories.

The $10 entry fee, donations and raffles account for the bulk of the money presented to this very worthy charity.

This year saw a gala dinner and presentation night at the White Wattle Restaurant in Tanilba’s Golf Club.

President Ian Jones presented a cheque for $12 000 to hospital

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representatives Carly Crispin and Jamie Chase.

The club also presented a trophy to one of its own, Rob Shenn, who took out the best local car club prize for his beautifully presented 1996 Ford Mustang.

The bulk of the money will go to refurbishment of the Oncology Unit at the hospital.

Walls will be removed to create more bed space.

Extra furnishings will also be

purchased to accommodate parents of the children being treated. Air conditioning units will be upgraded.

Ian said that it was great to visit the hospital and see the smiling faces of the children.

“We were particularly pleased that our work was mentioned in the NSW Parliament this year. This sort of thing makes all those hours of hard work somehow seem worthwhile.”

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ARCOROC French Brown Smoked Glass Dinnerware 10pc setting with extras. dishwasher safe. $50.

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BAR fridge, gurney pressure hose, lounge $35 each. Gardening tools, framed pictures, childrens books/fiction, wash mach, coffee tables, ladders. All cheap.

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BROWN Leather 3piece suite. 3 seater dual recliner settee + 2 reclining chairs. V/gd cond $550 0427642075

CAMEC caravan cover suit 18ft/20ft van $175. 0418632220

DARK Brown Leather Lounge with two matching chairs Very Good condition. $550 0427642075

EURO single Rowing Skiff Croker Blades VG cond, $2000 ono Ph 0418716225

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ANTIQUE singer treadle s e w i n g machines x2 $25.00 each ph 49822250

BED Head / 2 side chests with drawer.

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ANTIQUE Washstand 1930s, mableLD top, tiled back, restored, great SO cond $375. 49813060

BEER Fridge. Older type, good worker $70 0417787215

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BILLABONG 3 piece lounge suite, in ex cond. Solid timber frames. $580ono. Ph 0437 878 155

CARAVAN Heavy duty rear bullbar. Fits 70s D Millard. spare OL antenna mounts. S Galvanised. $95ono 49817523 CAR roof racks Prorac Suit Outlander or similar $150 ph 0416229166 Classifieds ads@mcnota.com.au

CLOTHES dryer Hover 3.5 Heavy duty. As new DESK computer cor$120 0417787215 ner desk with shelf and f/cab draw & cubClassifieds ads@mcnota.com.au board $20 49847584 CORNER unit, Oregon timber & leadlight glass, H-167cm x D-94cm x L –242cm $100. Old double school desk $100 4997 2302

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FLATTOP truck converstion to utility sides back and front $850 4997 0986 FRONT door fly screen, heavy duty fancy shell motive, with key. $275 4997 0986

GOLF Clubs, Cougar Power Cat. Total set with new balls & tees. $350ono 0417221396 GRAMOPHONE wind up, good working cond, needles available. $500.

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For Sale CONTINUED from previous page HALL Cabinet. Price reduced to $800.

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Solid Timber & Glass 1.85h x 1.68l x .45d. $990 0428450925

KITE Surfer, Naish.

Kite with harness & directional board.

Used once. $950 Ph 0402290498

LOBSTER brooch.

Yellow gold, diamonds and rubies. Val ued at $2950. Sell for $1800.

0405203113 LOUNGE Two recliners $500. Top condition.

Phone 49813784 MASSAGE Couch 75cm wide Portable Aluminum. 3 fold Black suitable for Beauty Treatments.

New has not been opened. $180 Ph: 0428450925.

PEARL mobility scooter, gd cond, very little use, new bat, dismantles, fit in medium size boot $1250 Ph 4997 0986 POOL table. Threequarter size, slate top 220 long 120 wide, excel cond $1500. 0404477158 SMALL double storied aviary, almost new, has two large drop down doors.

Would suit small parrots .$100 ono was $280 new. Also black smaller cage $20. Nelson Bay call Marilyn 49844123.

SOFA bed, plush, black, one year old, bed used only once, $300 Ph 0427 204 450 SIX outdoor vinyl seat with back cushions, pastel blue with gold stripe, 50 cm wide x 100 cm long, never used cost $400 sell $295. Incl new outdoor table umbrella.

Phone 49843494 SPLIT King Base only, can be used as Two King Singles Brand New. Price reduced $350.Text for pictures. 0428450925 SWINGING metal entrance gates with latches $300 4997 0986 TWO single pine beds, $70 pair or $40 each. 0432485966 TYRE on steel rim.

Yokohama Geolander as new 215/70R/16 $75. ph 0416229166 WESTERN red cedar blinds (x15), varying sizes Fingal Bay 0409154184 $100

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REGENT Roystan Caravan 22’. Built September 2009.

Rego NSW 9/2017.

Complete with all necessary items for travel.

Hot dipped Galvanise chassis. $40,000. Ph: 0417 224 017

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2000 Toyota Avalon, Gd cond, 248426klms, XTB282 $2800 Phone 0419210848

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Brand new Jason fitted single bed electric blanket.

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

Buy $240.00.

Sell $150.00.

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

ANTIQUE kitchen cabinet 2 stained glass doors lined cool cupboard, 3 drawers, curved sides dark wood 1.63 h $450 Cedar Pew with bishop sides 220 wide, fr Hinton church good condition $500. 2 seater oak hall seat 2 drawers $150. Ph 49822004 GME Marine speakers (new) $40 Mistral wine fridge (holds 12 bottles) Good condition. $35 Caravan cover (new) Suit 16 to 18 foot van. $45 Ph 0408 945040 SINGLE bed with mattress & accessories $150. 2 hall stands with matching coffee table $40each. Teac TV 8 mths old $200.

49828814 TOOLS, Fishing Gear, Extra Large Eski. 49849456

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

2001. 6mths Rego. $16,000 Ph 49979727 or 0429433103 2010 Jayco Sterling 21.65-3 caravan, in as new cond, front leather lounge, 190Lt 2-door fridge, oven, microwave, water fitler, slide-out queen bed, full ens incl wash mach, rollout awn, solar, wineguard arial & TV. Non smoking original owners.

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Reduced $10500.

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

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

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Boats 21FT Trojan ally hull & D L$5500. trailer only Ph SO 0455173316 2003 475 Quintrex Coast R u n n e r with 80HP Johnson 4 stroke motor 141 hrs.

Many Incls. Log book serv.Always garaged/ Fingal Bay One owner. $23,500 For further info call 0421 253 132

2003 Audi convertable.

Auto. No rego. Runs well.

Damaged interior. $7000 Ph 0412194099 2004 Toyota Camry Altise. 135klms reg April 2018. 1 owner excellent cond. ZFB-810 $6200 0412638 424 2006 Peugeot sports cabriolet NXP07T 11 mths rego 74,000 klms immaculate $9,000 0410454415 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Email for Price & Proof

FORD Falcon sedan 2008 160,000klms.

Rego Jan 2018. 4 new tyres. BI67WX. $4900ono 0448881723 FORD Falcon sedan ‘04. 4L. 12mths rego 2new tyres & new w/ screen. vgood cond.

AA58RN $3200ono Ph 0412334591

ALLY Craft Bermuda 560. Cutty.

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

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

KAWASAKI 550 Jet Ski with trailer, Stand up, $800 49971651

HONDA Legend 1991 Rego 3 Apr. 1 owner. LM-473 $6000 49828782

QUINTREX V-nose punt 3.85m 15Hp Evinrude. Gd Cond.

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

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TINNY Aluminium, new trailer, 15HP Yamaha only 8hrs running, $3500 ono 49973429

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Absolute Waterfront

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

Spectacular views to Ports Stephens.

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

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

Positions Vacant REGULAR house cleaner required 2-3 hrs pw. New singlelevel house in PLR Dog, no children.

Call 4919 8259.

You will need: • Friendly manner • Barista skills • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Ability to work weekends • Flexible hours Call Anne 0438822296 Cleaner Position Part Time Permanent Cleaners position offered in the Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay area. Please contact William 0428 036 369.

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MID-COAST COUNCIL ELECTION Saturday, 9th September 2017

Election of 11 Councillors

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