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By Rachael VAUGHAN

THE youth of Medowie have had some welcome news, with the announcement of funding to approve their existing skate park facilities on Ferodale Road.

An excited group of young people were present for the news last week that Port Stephens Council has approved the need for improvements to their beloved skate park

as one of the last financial approvals of the outgoing council.

One avid skater, Benjamin Nelson, told News Of The Area, “We are stoked to see that this has been put up to improve the park.”

“We can’t wait to see how it looks.”

Geoff Dingle, a councillor associated with the allocation of ward funds told News Of The Area, “Plans have been drawn up by some of the local youth to include new features

including a bowl and slides to add challenge and interest.”

“Expansion of the park to include the basketball ring area should happen in the next term of Council with a further injection of funds.”

“The Medowie Skate Park has become a favourite spot for Medowie youth to enjoy time to test their skills on bikes, skateboards and scooters, and I’m always impressed that all age groups can share these facilities

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“The location of the park is ideal, visible from the busy local connecting footpath system and close to the residential area so youngsters don’t have to cross the busy Medowie road,” he added.

Another councillor from the outgoing Council who has supported the expansion of the Skate Park and allocation of funds was Chris Doohan.

Chris told News Of The Area, “I am pleased to have been able to achieve further funding for skate parks in my ward recently.”

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He’s running for his vibrant, kind, loving three-year-old son Carter, who has cerebral palsy quadriplegia hypertonic spasticity.

This month, Alex will run a total of 21.1 kilometres to raise funds and awareness for the Cerebral Palsy Alliance.

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“He has always gone above and beyond for our little family and we really could not ask for a better role model and advocate for all three of our kids as they grow up,” she said.

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MEDOWIE & TILLIGERRY News Of The Area The pre-polling for Mayoral candidates in the running.

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Dover and Ryan Palmer.

Bay local Christine Lilly told News Of The Area, “I have been here for 47 years and known John Nell for 36 years and I like his policies so I am happy to volunteer,” she said.

Central Ward candidate and mayoral candidate Des Maslan told News Of The Area, “The people here have been beautiful, there has been fantastic co-operation and a phenomenal family environment at the Nelson Bay pre-polling,” he said.

Candidate Jaimie Abbott told News Of The Area, “I have been campaigning my entire adult life and this pre-poll has the most the positive energy

q Candidates and volunteers at the Nelson Bay pre-polling. Photo by Marian Sampson of any poll I have attended.”

“Candidates and their teams have helped each other set up marquees and stands and are working cooperatively to make it a fun campaign,” she said.

Girl Power

By Marian SAMPSON

NEWCASTLE University is creating a new mentoring program for Port Stephens girls to help them achieve a university degree.

Empower is being built and offered to the girls at

Tomaree High School and Irrawang High School in Port Stephens with students already tapping into the knowledge of women in business, and university workshops.

The university has a mentoring program called

The pre-polling has seen members of the community come out in force to support their chosen candidate with plenty of volunteers handing out how to vote flyers and engaging with voters.

Lucy in place for current students which has been very successful and Empower will build on this program, helping school students to realise their aspirations of studying subjects like business and law.

Business, schools and students attended a landmark meeting this week at Irrawang High School determining some of the

q Emily Kenny and Eiligh Farmer of Tomaree High School, Tamara Young and Kirrily Anderson of Newcastle University and Rebecca Fenwick of Irrawang High School at the Empower Workshop planning the best ways for University, Schools and Industry to build a dynamic mentoring program for Port Stephens girls.

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barriers girls face in going to university.

Tamara Young of Newcastle University told News Of The Area, “We are building a community of practice in building mentoring for Newcastle and its surrounds.”

“We are working on developing ways that will create partnerships between the University and Industry to build the community of practice,” she said.

“We want to help girls to develop their professional identity, build self marketing skills while developing a professional identity and employability skills.”

The program will be based around online tools including videos, workshops and support from business women who have been there and done that.

There was robust discussion on how girls could overcome barriers to achieving their aspirations.

You can find out more about the Empower program by contacting Kirrily Anderson at Newcastle University.

Pre-poll voting is open until 8 September at All Saints Uniting Church in Church Street Nelson Bay, Port Stephens, the Returning Officer’s Office, in Port Stephens Street, Raymond

Terrace and at the Sydney Town Hall.

There is no absent voting at local council elections and fines apply for those who fail to vote on 9 September.

High Tea for Williamtown

By Rachael VAUGHAN

HIGH tea is rolling into Williamtown this October, with the annual Breast Cancer and Red Kite Fundraiser gearing up for another successful year raising funds for a very worthy cause.

The charity high tea is in its sixth year, having raised over $15,000 during previous events.

The 2016 event alone raised $4,000.

This year’s high tea will take place on 21 October 2017.

The venue is the Williamtown Hall, and tickets cost $30 a head.

The theme of this year’s high tea is ‘50 Shades of Pink’, and guests are encouraged to dress to match.

On the day there will be raffle tickets, games stalls and lots of activities and frivolity for all.

Funds raised on the day will go towards life saving research and programs undertaken by the Breast Cancer Institute and Red Kite.

Natalie Davidson from the organising team, told News Of The Area “We would love as many people as possible to get involved, either by attending or donating prizes or money.”

“We’d love to make this year our most successful one yet.”

The organising team is thankful to the local community and businesses for their generous donations in previous years, of money and prizes to make sure the day is a grand success.

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We’ve just moved into our new home, and discovered the neighbours are nudists. They cavort around their pool in their birthday suits and it is very unsettling for my husband. He is spending ages in the garden trying to encourage our plants to grow more quickly so we can’t see them.

Mrs LK, Hawks Nest.

Dear Mrs LK, Now I could be leading you up the garden path here, but may I suggest that your husband is out in the garden for quite different reasons.

You see, on the one hand we have neighbour Cynthia, cavorting on a pool noodle, having a whale of a time embracing her natural environment.

On the other hand, we have Mrs LK, probably in a neck to knee jumpsuit, Mr Sheening the bookcase.

Now which one of those options sounds more appealing to the average male with a pulse?

Your neighbours are clearly comfortable in their own skin.

They are probably oblivious to your husband in his terry towelling sun hat, secateurs poised, binoculars at the ready for some good old fashioned Hawks Nest birdwatching.

Now that Spring has sprung, you are no doubt in for lots more neighbourly action.

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Maybe you should have attended a few more openfor-inspection days, just to get a true feel for the local area.

If it’s any consolation, this is a very seasonal problem Unless, unlike the council pool, they have year-round heating.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

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Tips for Budding Writers A few weeks left until entries for the Port Stephens Literature Awards close.

WITH just a few weeks left until entries for the Port Stephens Literature Awards close, judge Lloyd Hogg has some tips for aspiring writers.

“There is no such thing as good writing – just good re writing ,” he said.

“The important thing is to get your story typed up and then to work on it.”

“Get rid of the unnecessary adjectives and adverbs and flowery language that doesn’t need to be there,” Lloyd told News Of The Area.

“Make sure that there is a strong story line which draws the reader in. If you haven’t captured the reader’s attention within the first page or so, the judges will not treat it kindly.”

“With so many entries to wade through, they are on the lookout for stories that stand out from the run-of-the-mill,” he added.

There is an exhaustive judging process whereby as many as nine preliminary readers come up with the top 20 short stories.

“They then award their ‘readers choice’ $50 prize to the one they consider the best and then hand the shortlisted entries over to the finalists judges.”

These three judges then independently rate them

from one to 20 and add up the points to decide the winners.

These are announced at the Quilt Show at Club Lemon Tree in November.

Entries close on 30

September and all details can be found by clicking on ‘Port Stephens Literature Awards’ on the News Of The Area website home page.

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Port’s first all-Aboriginal team

First ever all-Aboriginal group of candidates contesting this Saturday’s local government elections.

By Charlie ELIAS

PORT Stephens will have its

first ever all-Aboriginal group of candidates contesting this Saturday’s local government

elections.

Incumbent West Ward councilor Peter Kafer, a

proud Dharawahl man and Aboriginal artist in his own right, will head up the team

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that comprises first time candidates Brooke Roach and Alannah Newell.

Mr Roach, a 38-year-old Aboriginal education officer from Raymond Terrace, said that he wanted to make a stand for not only the local

q First all-Aboriginal team of Brooke Roach, Alannah Newell and Peter Kafer.

Dedicated mum for Central Ward

By Charlie ELIAS

A COMMUNITY advocate and dedicated mum is leading an Independent team for this Saturday’s Central Ward council elections.

Amongst her many priorities, Jenny Battrick, a resident of Medowie for 18 years, has vowed to continue the fight for those residents living in the contaminated ‘Red Zone’.

Other prominent issues include better access to public transport, establishing foot and cycle paths, the upgrade of public toilet blocks, parks and sporting facilities, and increased hours at the Lemon Tree Passage waste depot.

Ms Battrick has a strong involvement with local schools (including president of the Wirreanda P&C) and sports club committees, as well as supporting community groups.

“For the past 17 years I have worked as a community nurse in the Port Stephens LGA and I am a proud member of the Tilligerry Football Club, past member of Medowie FC, founding member of Tilli Men’s Shed and the Community

Wellbeing Group,” she said.

“Our team is advocating for a bus interchange at Medowie, bus drop off/pick up at Tanilba Public, foot and cycleways for Tilligerry, Medowie and Anna Bay/Boat Harbour and regular road maintenance.”

Number two on the ticket is Tanilba Bay’s Jo Jackson, who is a director on the Tilligerry RSL board and member of the Tilli Arts,

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Habitat and Trekkers groups.

The third candidate is Patrick Byron, a 34-year resident of Medowie who has represented Wirreanda P&C, Sports Council and Medowie FC. “We are all experienced community members seeking an opportunity to have a council of excellence in Port Stephens that is accountable, respectful, approachable and focused.”

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Indigenous community, but the entire Port Stephens population.

“I am passionate about bringing inclusiveness and respect to people from all walks of life,” he said.

“We use a successful model at school [Hunter River High] which connects our youth with our elders and I would like to replicate that across the entire community.

“I believe the council can play an important part in helping make this happen.”

Fresh out of school and a proud Worimi, 19-year-old Ms Newell has lived all her life in Raymond Terrace and is currently studying criminal justice at university.

“I would like to create stronger relationships between police officers and young people,” said Ms Newell, who has previously sat on Port Stephens Council’s Youth Advisory Panel.

“We need to provide more events and activities for our youth through a range of means such as community, social or sporting interaction.”

Mr Kafer, who if elected would become the Port’s first ever Aboriginal mayor, said it was vital we listen to our younger people. “They are our tomorrow.”

Sarah Smith driven by future needs

By Charlie ELIAS

WHAT type of future we are leaving our children is what’s driving Anna Bay’s Sarah Smith, an Independent candidate for the hotly contested Central Ward.

A mother and business owner who works and lives in Anna Bay, Ms Smith has shone the torch on the future of Port Stephens, as well as looking to restore confidence in Port Stephens Council.

“I want to make Port Stephens an even better place to live, work and raise our children,” she said.

“As well as living and working in the Bay, I am an active member of Birubi Point Surf Lifesaving and Tomaree Triathlon clubs.

“If I am elected to council I will listen to the community and act to ensure they are heard.”

Ms Smith said that topics of concern included improving town centres, paths, public amenities and signage, in addition to ensuring that residential developments were appropriate to local areas and transport links.

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were environmental effects on development, walking and cycle paths, creating business opportunities for youth, catering to aged citizens and appropriate access to health

facilities.

“It’s time we had a new, energetic, honest and transparent council where the needs of ratepayers are paramount,” she added.

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Sailing Stalwarts Nurture Next Generation

By Geoff WALKER

TANILBA Sailing Club has emerged from its winter recess to begin its 2017- 2018 season.

Although small in number, the club boasts some eight former or current national and state champions in catamaran classes.

On top of this, they are nurturing a second generation of young sailors.

“We secured a State Government grant to buy several ‘Bic’ trainers and we’re looking for young people to learn the art,” he said.

“Those interested can contact me on 0419 912 420,”

Sam Breaden said.

Meanwhile, club stalwart Mike Colecliffe invites any other interested locals to become part of the action.

“Just turn up at the club on a Sunday and we will fill you in on our set-up.

“We sail every second weekend and we have boats you can learn on or you can

q Sam Breaden with local young sailors and crusty old salts. bring your own,” he said.

“Also, we are looking for a rescue craft to be on standby for the season so if you’re a civic minded citizen with a power boat we’d like to hear

q Steve Breaden and Mike Colecliffe rigging up for a race.

from you. My number is 041 9999 785.”

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Community Unites for Spring Fair

CENTRAL Ward Port Stephens will be buzzing this election day when the community unites in a spring celebration at the Medowie Community Spring Fair on Saturday 9 September from 9:30am.

Event guests will browse over 50 unique local businesses’ products and services in the Market Stall Pavilion and join in interactive activities with various community groups including Little Athletics, The Lions Club, Kindy Patch, the Rural Fire Service, the Country Women’s Association, the Royal Australian Air force, Raymond Terrace Aquatic Club, Williamtown Preschool and Oakvale Farm’s much loved Animal Nursery.

The young and young at heart will revel in a wide range of games and amusements including Battlezone Laser Tag, Adrenaline Rush

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St Christopher’s celebrates 60 years

By Rachael VAUGHAN

ST CHRISTOPHER’S Catholic Church is busily planning a very special 60th Anniversary of the Catholic Church in Medowie, and are looking forward to sharing its special history with our community.

The year was 1957, and the Catholic parishioners in Medowie were looking forward to finally having a Catholic Church in Medowie.

Prior to this, Mass was celebrated weekly at the old corrugated and fibro sheet Medowie Hall, which stood where the current community hall stands today.

Before the hall, Mass was celebrated at the home of the Campbell family in

Ferodale, an area which is now submerged under Grahamstown Dam. In preparation for the construction of the new church, the Parish of Raymond Terrace purchased a block of land on Medowie Road next to where the Rural Fire Station stands today.

This was later swapped for the block on which the church now stands, across the road.

The small community then got to work to raise money to help fund the construction of their church.

The history of the building of this church involved many long-term Medowie families who still worship at the church today.

Many of these families will

play a part in the celebrations planned for 10 September 2017.

The Medowie Pastoral team has prepared a special day to mark the occasion.

A Mass will be held on the morning at 11:30am, followed by lunch and the opportunity to share stories and memories from years gone by.

Patrick Byron, a parishioner from St Christopher’s, told News Of The Area, “Everyone is invited to attend and celebrate this milestone in the parish with us.”

Further information can be obtained from Patrick Byron on 0458193312.

small Jumping Castle.

Lego lovers will marvel in the Lego Exhibition and may

also participate in a special Lego building competition.

Those who appreciate speed can wander around the display of Hot Rods and race boats.

There’s also a community Cake Bake and Decorate competition community that members can enter for the chance to be named Medowie’s Master Baker.

Event goers will enjoy a variety of community entertainment including performances from Idance, The Studio Performing Arts Academy, Dance and Dazzle, Medowie Christian School Choir and the Debbie Rae Dances.

Children are sure to love the Show Bag Stall which will sell all the popular bags such as Caramello Koala, Warheads, Chuppa Chupps and a variety of others such as the Dinosaur and Rockstar

show bags.

There will be free preschooler crafts and a variety of art, plant and craft stalls, face painting, hair chalking and a fun Photo Booth to capture memories from the day.

Over $1000.00 worth of prizes will be on offer in a Giant Guessing Competition and over $8,000 worth of prizes on offer in a Mega Online Auction.

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Saturday 9 September will be a fantastic day, so join in the celebrations at the Medowie Community Spring Fair from 9:30am – 1:30pm at 6 Waropara Rd, MEDOWIE 2318.

to bring together the entire community to celebrate the past, present and future of Boomerang Park.

Attendees will enjoy lantern-making, night skateboarding, an exhibition of the park’s history, and a glow room, with an exciting fireworks finale.

Illuminate is a participatory event, with opportunities for everyone to get involved.

There are free lanternmaking workshops happening across Port Stephens schools from the Tomaree Peninsula to the western region of the

Illuminate Festival to Light Up Port Stephens

By Marian SAMPSON ILLUMINATE Festival joins Port Stephens’ November event calendar featuring fireworks and a lantern parade in Boomerang Park.

The event is designed

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q Parishioners at St Christopher’s Catholic Church Medowie are preparing for a special anniversary celebration.

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LGA. Greater Bank’s Chris Baguley said, “Our support of this event . . . is more than just financial.”

“Greater Bank staff from our four Port Stephens branches will be involved in the lantern-making classes with school children across the area.”

Penny Amberg, Council’s Integrated Strategic Planning Manager, told News Of The Area, “This event is building and investing in the community of Port Stephens with the

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community driving it for themselves with Council’s support.”

“We are delighted to have two fantastic sponsors in the Greater Bank and McDonald Jones Homes giving us the financial resources to deliver a great event.”

“We are already seeing groups from the community wanting to be involved,” she said.

Victor Jones, Raymond Terrace RSL Sub-Branch President, said “The festival will also celebrate the history and significance of the park to

Raymond Terrace.”

“Illuminate is a great opportunity for the community to reconnect with Boomerang Park.

“It’s a wonderful community asset which has played a significant role in the history of our town for over a century,” he said.

Mark 18 November in your calendar and head to Boomerang Park to enjoy a festival for the whole community of Port Stephens.

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Hey True Blue

By Charlie ELIAS

HE has the voice and sound of a true blue Aussie, he has performed at some of this nation’s most historic events and now he is coming to Nelson Bay. The instantly recognisable and iconic musician John Williamson will perform one

concert only at the Wests Nelson Bay Diggers on 20 October, so get your tickets early.

Williamson, who has released 50 albums, will showcase some of his new songs such as Heatwave, Girt by Sea, Clouds Over Tanworth, Keep Walking, Kings And Queens, while not

forgetting his old favourites that will have every music fan singing along.

Very few artists anywhere in the world have experienced and carried the longevity of such a career as the multi-ARIA award winning Williamson.

According to his manager

David Woodward, it’s quite rare that after 43 years in the industry Williamson’s career is stronger than ever.

“He is still writing and recording new songs,” Woodward said.

“And he has continued his journey while shunning celebrity and resisting offers to take his music to the international stage,

preferring to stay true to his passion.

“John is not only an artist of unbelievable musical poetry, but also a man of integrity and someone who has stood firm to his own beliefs and the courage of his conviction, regardless of the outcome and without regrets.”

In addition to his three

ARIA awards, Williamson has won four APRAs, eight TSAs, eight MOs, 24 Golden Guitars and sold more than four million records.

He has also been inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame.

The show at the RSL club auditorium starts at 8pm and tickets are $45 each.

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Volunteer work recognised Young Libby Dingle being presented her award by Deputy Principal David Pearson.

By Rachael VAUGHAN

THE Community PBL (Positive Behaviour for Learning) program is an awards system presented weekly through a number of schools in Port Stephens.

Because of the popularity of the Community PBL Awards for students, a PBL award for adults working within local schools has been implemented.

One adult within the community each award cycle who demonstrates our personal behaviour for Learning (PBL) values of Respect, Responsibility and Personal Best will be recognised and rewarded.

Libby Dingle being presented her award by Deputy Principal David Pearson.

Libby was nominated for her many years of commitment as coordinator of the Plan it Youth Career Mentoring Program at Irrawang High School, and for always instilling in the students the core values of Respect, Responsibility and Personal Best.

Libby has been a Plan it Youth volunteer for 12 years, becoming the coordinator during that time.

The Plan it Youth matches volunteers from the community, from all walks of life, who are trained through the program to mentor high school students.

Libby, along with her husband, has enjoyed volunteering in her community in various ways since her retirement from her career as a maths teacher and home school

liaison officer.

She is also the team leader for Plan it Youth at Hunter River High.

One of the mentors under Libby’s direction, Jan Noake, told News Of The Area, “The students and mentors were so pleased to hear Libby was awarded the first adult PBL award.”

“Libby is such a perfect leader of the Plan it Youth program because she genuinely cares for the

students and mentors.”

“The Plan it Youth program does wonderful things for both students and their mentors, and it’s success is largely attributed to Libby’s efforts to see it succeed,” she said.

If anyone is interested in finding out more about Plan it Youth, Libby can be contacted on 0407 283 748.

q Amy Squires is presented with a cheque by president Max Pride and golf pro Warren Moses.

By Charlie ELIAS A BUDDING Nelson Bay golfer has won selection in the prestigious Hunter District PSSA Golf team.

Amy Squires, aged 10 and a member of the promising junior Nelson Bay Golf Club team, recently took part in the PSSA Hunter selection trials at Newcastle Golf Club where she outshone many of her competitors.

As a result Squires was

successful in making the district championships and, in fact, she was the only girl selected in the team of eight golfers.

She will be playing at Camden Lakeside Golf Club on 6 and 7 September in the PSSA NSW titles where she will attempt to win selection in the prestigious State team.

Last week she was presented with a cheque from Nelson Bay Golf Club president Max Pride to help with her costs for the

championships.

“Amy has been practicing very hard at the Nelson Bay course this year and has improved her game considerably, even winning some of the Sunday comps along the way,” Mr Pride said.

“She wants to thank the Nelson Bay lady members who have been very helpful and extremely encouraging. We wish Amy all the best in this upcoming event.”

Residents with properties in bushfire zones that have council land adjacent to their properties which are dedicated asset protection zones are being asked to take action.

Ian Crawford of Port Stephens Council is adamant that residents adjacent to council land have a responsibility to ensure that they are kept clear and are not being used for storage, or as a dumping ground.

Council does have the power to take action against residents that fail to keep buffer zones clear.

Chris Holderberg, the Station Manager of Salamander Bay Fire Station, told News Of The Area, “It’s

important to prepare your home; clear trees and shrubs from around your home especially if you live close to bushland.”

“Remove debris from gutters and around houses, material on roofs and gutters tend to ignite from sparks,” he said.

“Sit down now and talk with your family, make a plan to stay and defend or to leave early and make sure the plan includes your pets.”

“Consider if you have a means to extinguish flare ups, remember that the fire service may not get there to stop a fire so if you stay you need to be prepared,” he said.

Bushfire Season Upon Us

By Marian SAMPSON

q Libby Dingle being presented her award by Deputy Principal David Pearson.

BUSH fire season is almost upon us and Port Stephens has already had its first fires.

It’s time for homeowners to check their properties, clean out their gutters and make sure they are ready for bushfires.

To prepare download the My Fire plan app and be prepared for bushfires.

The Rural Fire Service website lists the safe places in Port Stephens in the event of bush fires that threaten lives and helpful hints on how to prepare your home in the event of a fire at https://www.rfs. nsw.gov.au.

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Neighbourhood Watch

Medowie Neighbourhood Watch meet up to discuss the police report from January to August

By Rachael VAUGHAN

MEDOWIE Neighbourhood Watch met for their first official meeting this week after last month’s launch.

First on the agenda was a presentation by our NSW Police Representative, Port Stephens LAC Crime Prevention Officer, Alison Stewart.

Statistics were presented to the group for crimes reported for the January to August period in Medowie.

In total, there were 14 break and enters into dwellings, and four into non-dwellings.

There were 47 incidences of malicious damage recorded, and 45 malicious damage to property.

There were two reports of graffiti, 12 stealing from motor vehicles, and 13 stolen vehicles.

Though these numbers

in some cases may seem high, they are comparatively low to other residential areas within Port Stephens.

The group brainstormed ideas that may suit the community to address in future meetings, with home security, animal ownership, correct reporting protocols, school zones and misuse of motor vehicles being high on the list.

Alison Stewart from Port Stephens Local Area Command (LAC) told News Of The Area, “It is pleasing to see that the community of Medowie have pulled together to form such a group.”

“They have the interests of their community members at the forefront and are working together to provide a sense of safety within the community.”

Geoff Dingle from Medowie Progress Association told News Of The Area, “There were lots of good ideas from those present about what they would like to see discussed at

future meetings.”

“These included guest speakers on topics such as home security, pet management, parties, ‘hoon’ behaviour, school zones and speed management in local streets.”

“Many thanks to Alison Stewart who attended and provided crime statistics on Medowie for the past eight months, which she will continue to provide in detail at all future meetings,” he said.

Thank you to all who attended and showed interest in what is happening in our community, and more importantly what they can do to help.

Medowie Neighbourhood Watch meetings will be held on the last Wednesday of every month at 7:30pm at the Medowie Community Hall.

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Health Centre Opens

By Rachael VAUGHAN

AFTER nearly 18 months of working in a cramped demountable building, and four months prior to that of home visits, Central Health Alliance finally has a permanent place to call home.

With such a big operation to complete to move everyone in seamlessly and without disruption to patients, the Central Health Alliance team had a well thought out plan.

During the last week of August, the team began moving the Allied Health facilities into the new Port Stephens Integral Health building.

From there, they slowly started moving non-essential items to the medical building, leaving just the items needed to operate, before the big move last Saturday could take place.

Practice Manager Rachel Peake told News Of The Area, “We had members of the community help in so many

ways, it was wonderful to see.”

“We had people helping dismantle the wheelchair ramp, people brought trailers and trucks, and plenty of hands and man power to do the heavy lifting.”

“We even had patients dropping food and nibbles for us all and the people who helped out,” she said.

With all the help from the community, the team were able to make the move in just a few hours.

They then had the task of setting the entire surgery up in time to reopen in the new premises, ready for operation on Monday morning.

Rachel said, “We had more amazing people helping on the Sunday getting everything organised and all the fixtures up on the walls.”

“It was such a massive ordeal and we could not have done it without the amazing friends and patients that helped make it happen.”

The surgery is still a work

in progress, but the team are glad they are able to still offer all the services they had in the previous building such as Physio, Psychology, Speech Therapy, Dietician, and Occupational Therapy.

They are also still in talks to acquire even more services and specialists.

There will soon also be a café open in the centre, as well as talks with Imaging companies Lakes Mobile Ultrasound and Compass Mobile Xray.

Dr Paul Burford told News Of The Area, “I am really looking forward to what the future holds for Central Health Alliance.”

“It has been a lot of hard work, but the community response has affirmed that we are headed in the right direction.”

“All along our goal has been to bring quality healthcare to our community,” he said.

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Tap champs

By Rachael VAUGHAN TALENTED tappers in Medowie recently completed their tax examinations through the Les Griffith Tap Dancing Association (LGTDA), with

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the same syllabus as the infamous ‘Tap Dogs’, The students, who dance with Dance ‘n Dazzle studio, passed with flying colours across all grades.

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for the past 12 months on their grade work.

Exams improve their confidence, technique and overall ability, as well as help them become accredited themselves.

By Rachael VAUGHAN

KIM Oakhill, from Port Stephens small business ‘Helpful Love’, has been named as the ‘AusMumpreneur Social Impact Award winner’.

The AusMumpreneur awards are the most prestigious national awards of their type, presented to mothers who manage a successful business along with the role they play as a mother.

With a massive surge in the world of mums launching their own businesses and companies, this award is an enviable achievement for one of Port Stephens’ own entrepreneurs.

Kim Oakhill said she was thrilled to win in her category in the 2017 AusMumpreneur Awards against such a talented group of women.

“It was absolutely incredible to receive such a prestigious award.”

“I truly believe that Helpful Love has the potential to change lives and make our world a better place, and it was such a heartwarming moment to receive national recognition for a movement I am so deeply passionate about.”

The concept was created two years ago when Kim’s friend lost her three-year-old daughter.

Kim searched everywhere for a onestop-shop of helpful, useful gift alternatives but couldn’t find one.

Helpful Love is a community and directory of handpicked vendors who offer alternative

Studio owner, Corynne Darcy told News Of The Area, “I’m very proud of them all, they have worked so hard for these results.”

“We are proud to say we have a 100 percent pass rate with our students, and I couldn’t be happier with how well they have done,” she said.

This year, the studio had five grades assessed ranging from Pre-Test 1 up to Gold Medal.

When students have complete all of the grades, they can achieve a diploma in Tap Dance teaching.

An independent LGTDA

examiner assessed the girls on their technique, timing and talent.

“When professional outside examiners conduct the exams, it truly is a true, unbiased assessment of how the girls are doing,” Ms Darcy added.

The tap exam is made up of barre work, centre work, oral theory, and a dance solo.

The examiner was Mrs Julie England.

The studio is now working towards their ATOD ballet, jazz and national character exams to be held at the end of August.

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There are numerous internal and external living spaces and of course wonderful views over the Cove.

The view is spectacular – taking in the sail boats and the majesty of Port Stephens.

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medowie@newsofthearea.com.au Graph and Times are for

Sydney Fort Denison ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITY

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The below table show tidal variations at several locations.

The time variation should be added to the corresponding Fort Denison time.

In view of the variations caused by local conditions and meteorological effects, these times are approximate and must be considered as a guide only.

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They are not to be relied on for critical depth calculations for safe navigation.

Actual times of High and Low Water may occur before or after the times indicated.

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(Low) 15 min 30 min 45 min 45 min 45 min 45 min

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(Low) NIL 2 hrs 10 min

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Forster 0 to 15 min Wollomba River (mouth) 1 hr 50 min

Call Today!

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(Low) 15 to 30 min 2 hrs 45 min 3 hrs 45 min

Tilligerry Social Golf Club Results GOLF

[Golf] Tilligerry Social Golf Club

By Margaret McKAY 1/09/17 Outright winner John Clayton 70 Runner up Bob Cook 70 c/b Bonus points winner Alan Lloyd

AFL Hunter Juniors Grand Final at Tulkaba Park, Teralba on Sunday.

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Runner up Michael Blake Putting Comp Ian Langdon 26 putts 10 Ball winners

Ladies Ntp. 4th (A) Bob Cook (B) Peter Hill D&C 7th (A) Brian Riddell (B) Michael Blake D&C 18th (A) Bob Cook (B) Laurie Porter-Smith Money hole (A) Steve Venner (B) Colin Marsden Lucky number 9 Brian Riddell Thank goodness the weather cleared for the last round of

supporting the boys was truly amazing.”

“Our club is definitely not the biggest but we have have the most spirit,” she said.

The crowd turn out to support the Port Stephens Power club was admirable, and the U/11’s team were certainly spurred on and encouraged by the spectators.

Mel Nelson said, “To the members of our club that come out to show your support for the boys, I thank you from the bottom of my heart.”

“It is this support and passion for all aspects of our club that you all have that make me love our club, our own little family, even more.”

“Thank you all for a wonderful season,” she said.

the Championships.

We had 29 starters with some close scoring for the top positions.

Congratulations to all the winners. Thank you again for a great lunch from the White Wattle Bistro.

Two ladies played in the 9 hole competition, a great game from both players, Margaret Gale and Margaret McDonald.

Next game is S/stableford on 8 September.

HUNTER RIVER Newcastle Hexham Raymond Terrace Morpeth

(High) NIL 1 hr 10 min 1 hr 50 min 3 hrs 10 min

(Low) NIL 1 hr 1 hr 55 min 3 hrs 30 min

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Greek plaque service at Nelson Bay

By Charlie ELIAS

A PLAQUE gifted to the RSL by the Greek Consul commemorating the service and sacrifice of the ANZACs was unveiled in Nelson Bay on Wednesday, 6 September.

The ceremony included a dedication service at 11am at the Memorial in Apex Park.

Nelson Bay RSL Sub Branch secretary Russell Durrant said that the Greek Consul Zisis Antoniadis was

in attendance.

He said that the dedication was conducted by the Greek Orthodox Priest Father Nicolas Cordilas, from the Holy Apostles Church in Newcastle and Rev Kesh Govan from All Saints Anglican in Nelson Bay. “We also invited 100-year-old WWII veteran Alf Carpenter who served in Crete in 1941 and he has indicated he will be attending,” Mr Durrant said.

“In 2016 the Greek Consul General, on behalf

of the Greek Government, presented Nelson Bay SubBranch along with other Sub Branches with the marble plaque.

“The plaque commemorates the service and sacrifice of Australians during both the First and Second World Wars in the defence of Greece.”

Mr Durrant said that attendees are invited to return to the Nelson Bay Diggers for light refreshments after the service.

q The U/11’s grand final team.

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“The premiership may not be theirs, but they are all still winners for representing their club at the Grand Final level.”

“Well done boys, we love you all,” she said.

Simone Higgins, mother of Cooper from the U/11’s team, told News Of The Area, “We are all so proud to be part of this awesome club.”

“To see so many families there on Father’s Day

Your Business Could ‘OWN’ this spot next to our weekly TIDE CHART.

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Prop, 9. Irma, 10. Hapless, 12.

Spot, 15. Axles, 18. Erie, 19.

Taint, 21. Beret, 22. Darn, 23.

Storm, 26. Each, 29. Retains, 30. Aces, 31. Fair, 32. Cadiz, 33. Duty.

Down: 1. Clear, 2. Declare, 4.

Curse, 5. Upas, 6. Solo, 9. Isle, 11. Exits, 13. Pain, 14. Tots, 16.

Start, 17. Able, 18. Eric, 20.

Armadas, 22. Does, 24. Treat, 25. Until, 27. Ajar, 28. Hard.

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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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Local 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 KING, AH Comfort Mattress.

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Beard Plush $1100.

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Kite with harness & directional board.

Used once. $950 Ph 0402290498

KUBOTA L2002DT 508 hours Just LD Cond servicedSOV.G Slasher / Bucket $9,500 ONO. Phone 0422 004 061 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 (Solid) 75cm wide.

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

MOBILTY Scooter Pride Celebrity X, battery charger, rear carry bag and front basket. $600. or near offer. 0414447820 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 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 SWINGING metal entrance gates with latches $300 4997 0986 TWO single pine beds, $70 pair or $40 each. 0432485966 TYRE on steel rim.

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

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WOODEN toys (lge), 8 semi trailers, 3 ride-on rocking horses suit LD up to age S5,O Will sell sep or together Ph 49817297

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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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 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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Detail on enquiry.

Reduced $10500.

0448237257 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

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 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Email for Price & Proof

ALLY Craft Bermuda 560. Cutty.

Full Camping cover 09 Optimax 90 HP. 74 hrs $19500 ono 0409384597 KAWASAKI 550 Jet D Ski with trailer, OL Stand S up, $800 49971651

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2003 Audi convertable.

Auto. No rego. Runs well.

Damaged interior. $7000 Ph 0412194099

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

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

James (Jim) Raymond Woods passed away Wednesday 30 August at the age of 79.

Beloved Father of 3 Daughters, Grandfather and Great Grandfather of many.

His memorial service will be held at The Tea Gardens Grange Clubhouse on the 9th September at 12pm Midday.

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

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Absolute Waterfront

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STEGCRRAFT 15 footer, half cabin, runabout.

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TINNY Aluminium, new

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Passed away 2.9.2017 Aged 88 Years Late of Karuah Formerly of Hawks Nest Beloved husband of ELMA. A loving father, father-in-law, grandfather and great grandfather.

Relatives and Friends of DON are warmly invited to attend his Funeral Service in the Anglican Church of St. Columba, Tarean Rd, Karuah this FRIDAY, 08.09.2017 at 2pm.

Thence for interment in Karuah Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Council may be left at the church.

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

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

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May I extend to you my heartfelt thanks for the lovely flowers and cards I have received.

Your kindness conveyed in many different ways helped ease the sorrow of Bruce’s passing.

It means a great deal to have such friendship & support.

Please take this as my personal ‘Thank You’.

Shirley Pearson

Voting before election day

MID-COAST COUNCIL ELECTION Saturday, 9th September 2017

Election of 11 Councillors You need to be enrolled to vote for the council where you live To check your enrolment details visit our website or call us. If you are not on the roll in NSW or your current enrolment details are not correct you may be eligible to enrol or up-date your details when you vote early or on election day. To newly enrol, or up-date your details on the spot, just bring your NSW photo driver licence or NSW Photo Card showing your current address, and be ready to provide Australian citizenship details if you were born overseas.

Voting on election day Voting will take place on Saturday, 9th September 2017 between the hours of 8am and 6pm.

On election day you must vote at a polling place for your council, or your ward if your council is divided.

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Voting early in person Pre-poll voting begins on Monday, 28th August 2017 and ends at 6pm Friday, 8th September 2017. You can vote in person at the following location(s).

Not all pre-poll venues are open for the whole pre-poll voting period. For specific operating dates and times of each pre-poll venue visit our website or call us.

Pre-Poll venues Gloucester Pre-Poll Gloucester Council Chamber, Railway Street, Gloucester NSW 2422 Mid-Coast Returning Officer’s Office Stocklands, Shop 16, 3-17 Breese Parade, Forster NSW 2428 Raymond Terrace Pre-Poll 72 Port Stephens Street, Raymond Terrace NSW 2324 Manning Uniting Church 29 Albert Street, Taree NSW 2430 You can also vote early, and on election day, at Sydney Town Hall,

483 George Street, Marconi Room (entry from Druitt Street) from Monday, 28 August 2017. For more details visit our website or call us.

Voting by Post You can apply online for a postal vote from www.votensw.info or by calling 1300 135 736. Your application must be completed and received by the NSW Electoral Commission no later than 5pm Monday, 4th September 2017.

Voting is compulsory Voting is compulsory for all electors where elections are being held. The penalty for not voting is $55.

Candidates A full list of candidates for your council or ward is available by visiting our website or calling us.

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q Port Power busts through their banner and onto the field.

SPRING turned on a beauty for Port Stephens Power at the AFL Hunter Juniors Grand Final at Tulkaba Park, Teralba on Sunday.

The boys from U/11’s Black are the first stand alone team for Port Power to play in the Grand Final in over a decade.

They charged through their banner and onto the oval to take on an undefeated Warners Bay side.

The boys fought hard the whole game with hunger for the win, but unfortunately Warners Bay were too strong and took the win.

The final score saw Warners Bay defeat Port Stephens Power with a final score of 11.9.75 to 3.0.18 Port Stephens Power President Mel Nelson told News Of The Area, “I could not be prouder of our boys, the buzz and excitement flowing through the club the last few weeks is because of the fantastic footy these boys have played this season.”

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