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By Rachael VAUGHAN THE Hon Dr David Gillespie MP joined Port Stephens Council Staff at Longworth Park, Karuah last week to deliver exciting news for Karuah residents and visitors to the picturesque area.

Funding was applied for under the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Program (Round 3).

Port Stephens Council applied for a grant of $7,723 to add to their current plans and budget for the revitalisation of park facilities at Longworth Park, Karuah.

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q Acting General Manager of Port Stephens Council Mr Greg Kable meeting with the Hon Dr David Gillespie MP at Longworth Park Karuah, to discuss the new funding announcement.

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with acting General Manager Greg Kable to inspect the area set for the upgrade, and discuss the planned changes and improvements.

Dr Gillespie told News Of The Area, “I am pleased to be able to announced this grant to only further improve this beautiful

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“I am excited to see the final results of the upgrade, and look forward to visiting again soon.”

Mr Kable confirmed with News Of The Area that this funding allocation through the Stronger Communities Program will be added to Council funds already allocated

towards the upgrade of Longworth Park.

“We are excited to begin work on this beautiful park, and only further improve this community asset that already brings so much enjoyment to locals and tourists alike.”

Mr Kable can advise, on behalf of Port Stephens Council, that the works planned for Longworth Park at Karuah include $57,000 for an upgrade of park

FROM Page 1 position until a permanent replacement for Glenn Handford, who announced his resignation in December last year, is appointed.

Speaking to media last week, Mr Embry said he will be focusing on the delivery of projects during his tenure.

“I need to continue the current work that the Council is doing and deliver the key projects across the community,” he said.

“I will be working with the Council on the delivery of those and ensure that we stay on track.”

The motion to appoint Mr Embry was moved by Cr Len Roberts and seconded

by Cr Karen Hutchinson.

Cr Roberts also moved that Council adopt the recommended strategy for recruiting the new General Manager.

This includes appointing a selection panel to be made up of Mayor David West,

q Acting General Manager Steve Embry. Photo: Supplied Deputy Mayor Katheryn Smith, three Councillors and an external recruitment advisor.

Meeting agenda documents state that the cost of engaging an external provider could be up to $40,000.

Cr Roberts recommended that Councillors Troy Fowler, Karen Hutchinson and Claire Pontin fill the positions on the panel.

An amendment, moved by Cr Peter Epov and seconded by Cr Kathryn Bell, for the panel to include five Councillors elected by

ballot was declared lost.

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Chamber of Commerce, which usually organises the festival has not be able to form a Committee.

The fallout, not only to local businesses, is that the River Festival

normally held in October won’t go ahead unless the community steps up.

Outgoing President of the Myall River Chamber of Commerce, Jessica Harris, says there are a number of

THE Myall River Festival, one of the most popular events on the calendar is in danger of not happening this year.

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furniture, lighting and landscaping, and $130,000 to replace and upgrade the swimming enclosure seawall.

Mr Kable said, “The works will serve to improve the areas capability for hosting regular events, such as the Timber and Oyster Festival, as well as providing a facelift to the park facilities on a whole.” believe discussions may have occurred ‘behind closed doors’ prior to last week’s meeting, excluding them from having a say in the decision.

Cr Roberts’ motion to adopt the recommended recruitment process was carried, with meeting minutes showing only Crs Bell, Epov, Keegan and McWilliams voted against.

It is expected that the new General Manager will be appointed by the end of April.

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Aussie Day Breakfast WHEN last Friday dawned fine and sunny, it put a smile on the face of Lioness President Linda Allen.

Australia Day celebrations were off to a great start and all the hard work by the Lionesses and Lions Club of the Myall Coast was about to pay off at the Moira Parade Park in Hawks Nest.

The organisers were up at dawn, setting up for the throngs of Aussies hankering for a sausage sizzle or lamington at the breakfast celebration.

“We’ll go through 30 kilos of sausages, 30 kilos of bacon,” Linda Allen told News Of The Area.

And while the band played lots of Aussie favourites, the crowds kept coming, patiently waiting for their feed of Australia Day fare.

Traditionally it’s a time to pay tribute to those within the Myall Community who make a difference.

And it was with great

pleasure that Linda announced Jomeca Lafaialii Lioness Junior Citizen of 2018.

Jomeca volunteers extensively across the community, has been involved since school days with the Red Cross and Peter Sinclair Gardens and regularly attends the PCYC where she is currently in the process of getting qualified as a boxing trainer and instructor.

The other major announcement was the Lioness Citizen for 2018 and the look on the face of Gordon Grainger was one of sheer surprise when he was called on to accept the honour.

“I was going to go home a little while ago, but my wife Trish said let’s just stay for a bit longer,” Gordon said.

“I’m very touched and honoured to receive this award.”

Gordon Grainger works tirelessly within the community, from organising river clean up days as a member of the Myall River Action Group to being a strong advocate and member of the Estuary Committee,

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WITH the summer holiday at an end, hundreds of Myall Coast students will head back to classrooms this week for another year of learning and fun.

For Kindergarten children, a wave goodbye on the first day may bring a tear to their parent’s eyes, while for others, starting high school is a big milestone and a reminder of how quickly time goes.

Amia Murphy, who is amongst the cohort of 55 students starting Year 7 at Bulahdelah Central School, said she is looking forward to the new experiences.

“I can’t wait to make new friends and try out all the different subjects,” she said.

“I am also a little bit nervous because there will be many

changes, but there will be lots of people to help us out.”

Year 7 Advisor, Ms Linda Drenkhahn, said last year’s Orientation Day provided students with the basics to begin with confidence.

“It was an opportunity for students to meet their teachers and classmates and become familiar with the school grounds and routines,” she said.

“We are certainly looking forward to working with the students and their parents throughout the year.”

As the leap to high school can be both an exciting and daunting time, Ms Drenkhahn said it is understandable that some students may be feeling a little anxious.

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Australia Day in Karuah was celebrated in style with perfect swimming weather, vintage cars, good food, cold drinks and thong throwing.

AUSTRALIA Day in Karuah was celebrated in style with perfect swimming weather, vintage cars, good food, cold drinks and thong throwing.

Our ‘roving reporter for the day’ Jack Drake took in all that was to be seen during Karuah’s Celebrations and reported back on the festivities to News Of The Area.

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q A large variety of cakes, craft, condiments and produce was judged in the Australia Day competition at Karuah RSL Club.

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A DESIRE for a tree change led to Sydneysider Cath Zeitner recently swapping the hectic trappings of the inner city for the relaxed open plains of Boolambayte.

“This area has so much to offer,” Cath told News Of The Area.

“I think a lot of people just go past and keep driving as

they don’t realise what’s here, but it is a really exciting place to be.”

Cath’s new home, Billabong Cottage, is the latest addition to the Great Lakes Food Trail, and was bursting with visitors during the recent summer edition of the event.

Guests were able to wander through the gardens and meadows and enjoy

Karuah.

Around a dozen Chryslers of various models, Australian valiants, older American models and modern PT cruisers were able to be viewed whilst also participating in a variety of activities on the waterfront .

Jack said, “A great day was had by all.”

“Festivities included the ceremonial “tossing of the thongs” and the now ubiquitous Lamb on the barbie.”

After participating in celebrations by the river, it was time for festivities and official ceremony proceedings at the Karuah RSL Club, where entries of cakes, jams, and produce had already been judged and decided upon, and a charity auction was ready to take place.

Jack said, “The auction commenced promptly at 12.30pm on stage, managed by our Secretary, Manager

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Ross Parr, ably assisted by the incumbent committee, with pre preparation by the office staff.”

“He created, as usual, a great fun filled event.”

“Eventually all items were sold, resulting in a final fundraising amount of $3000, which was donated to the local Bush Fire Brigade from Limeburners Creek,” he said.

During the evening, a fireworks display end a successful, fun packed,

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q Jack, Em and Andrew Yeo sample the produce at Billabong Cottage.

community day in Karuah.

Jack remarked, “Once again the Karuah RSL Club provided a spectacular fireworks display, commencing at 9.00pm, encouraging a remarkable turn out from the local population and visitors.”

A large crowd of community members gathered for the display, celebrating with friends and family. produce the items.”

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afternoon tea made from fresh local produce on the sprawling porches of the 100 year old home.

As part of the trail, Cath said Billabong Cottage hosted a group of local producers, giving visitors the opportunity to sample loads of summer treats.

“I want to become part of the community, it is good for us all to come together and

get involved,” she said.

The Food Trail was launched last year and takes visitors on a self-drive tour of the region’s wineries, cafes and farms.

Coordinator Julie Steepe from Lucy Land Merino Farm said the trail emphasises the ethical and chemical free approach utilised by a network of local producers.

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Dear Jasminda,

I live on a battle-axe block and my neighbour drives his truck too fast up the gravel road past my house which spreads dust all over my vehicle and the exterior of my home. What can I do?

Return and Burn Dear News Of The Area,

I LIVE in Hawks Nest which does not have a Return and Earn collection point, the closest is location in Medowie some 53km away.

I have been encouraging my children to collect bottles as a form of pocket money however following my first experience I have come to the conclusion I cannot afford to travel the distance to collect the money which is rightfully mine.

Doing the sums my car uses 9.4ltr per 100km, given the return trip is 106km and fuel currently is $1.33ltr the cost to drive to Medowie and back cost around $12.50 (rounding down).

So looking that these figures we need to collect 125 bottles just to pay for the fuel.

125 bottles is just over 5 cartons of beers.

So by the time I place 5 cartons in my boot and the kids in the car there is very little room for much else.

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So off I go, exchange the 125 bottle and give the kids the money, I am now out of pocket $12.50, given I got the $12.50 back for the fuel used but I haven’t got the $12.50 back I paid in the first place.

So I’m out of pocket $12.50.

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NO person in their right mind normally tries to cross the Pacific Highway on foot, but somehow one very brave little koala found herself stuck halfway last week.

The female koala ended up on the medium strip near the Viney Creek Road turnoff, and one equally brave human soul stopped to rescue her.

The koala was fortunate on this front as well, because her rescuer, who is believed to have been a woman, took her to Port Stephens Koalas

at Nelson Bay to be nursed site, which was found by Noel back to health.

Swain who took delight in Luckily the koala only watching her climb high into suffered minor injuries and a Swamp Mahogany Tree, was fully recovered within needless to say well away from the dangers of the highway. days.

Jill Madden, President of the Myall Koala and Environment Group told News Of The Area, “The Koala was about four years old and was in beautiful condition when released.”

“Full credit goes to the koala carers at the Port Stephens Group.” q KOALA RELEASE: Noel What was needed Swain releases rescued koala. then was a safe release

Dear Mr LA, THIS is just another example of a whole list of issues that fall under the category of ‘Ignorant Sod of a Neighbour’. He is probably just chilling out, listening to some lunatic on talk back radio or he’s singing along to the 80s hour, and he thinks he is on a freeway instead of a sleepy semi-rural road that shares a boundary with your freshly washed SUV, your glistening windows, and your sugar-soaped walls.

You can try the diplomatic path and approach him. Just say, “Hey mate, I was just wondering if you had noticed the dust bowl you create when you drive 60km per hour down our shared driveway? You probably didn’t. I’d really appreciate it if you slowed down a bit.”

That may not work. You may need to get a bit passive aggressive.

“Hey, buddy, the whole concept of neighbours revolves around being neighbourly. I considerately deliver your mail when it gets placed in the wrong letter box, and I considerately dodge your dog when it sits in the middle of my driveway. All you need to do is follow my lead and slow down.

Thanks.”

If he’s as dumb as a hammer, you probably need to implement some road blocks. Maybe make a speed hump so he gets airborne. Some solar-powered fake cop lights? That should clarify your message. Or erect a sign that says, ‘Drive like your kids live here’ or maybe ‘Slow down, adults at play’. That should really freak him out.

I hope these suggestions work, Mr LA. Carpe diem, Jasminda

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Immortality on Offer Karuah RSL Bowling Club

By Trevor DAVIES IT’S not equal to being one of the “Australians of the Year”.

It’s not as good as receiving a “New Year Honour”, nor as good as being elected to a “Sporting Hall of Fame”. But. Eight members of Karuah RSL Bowls Club this last weekend vied for an “immortality” almost as good by competing in the final of the club fours 2018 Club Championship.

Victory would mean a whole year as champions, as well as having their names painted up on the wall on the club’s honour boards forevermore.

The contenders were the defending champions, Gordon Latimore’s team of John French, Sam Rees, and Peter Dennis, tried and true, attempting to win the comp for the 3rd year in a row.

The challengers were

Greg Pearson’s team of Dennis Ashbridge, Leigh Hunter and John Bilby, newer club members attempting to cement their reputations. What a day, what a competition.

A large and knowledgeable crowd gathered on the verandah at the RSL Club Sunday afternoon with the best vantage points taken early.

A hush of expectation descended as the umpire tossed the coin and this almost immediately changed to applause as the very high standard bowling got under way.

This final was the game the whole club had all been waiting for!

After a very tight first 6 ends both teams were dead even, then after 2 big ends and some very tight others Gordon’s team drew well ahead to lead 14 - 6 after 11 ends.

But hold on to your hats.

Absurdly skilled bowling by players in all 4/8 positions saw a comeback to 14 - 12 after 15 ends and then 16 - 14 after 17 ends!

Absolutely unbelievable bowling saw the jack moved 3 or 4 times every end with the holder of shot changing almost as much. Last end Gordon’s side held the lead by 3 but Greg’s side fought

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1. Kevvy Williams 39 2. Kevin Marr 38 c/b 3. Graham Benson 38 c/b 4. Bryan Moon 38 5. Michael Ross 37 C Grade.

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back to be in a position to get 4 before Gordon finally dashed their hopes by picking up the jack with a precision bowl that took the jack and competition away!

What a game - played in the absolute best spirit in front of an appreciative verandah of spectators astounded by the skills on display! Well done to Greg, Dennis, Leigh and John, a great display of team bowling. Congratulations to Gordon, John, Sam and Pete.

You have proved that 3 in a row is possible if your good enough. Well done Karuah RSL Bowls Club, the future of both home grown bowlers and those bowlers who choose to come and join our great club looks very bright!

A PLEASANT boating trip in Port Stephens on Sunday, 21 January turned sour for local boat owner, Scott Symonds.

On return to his mooring in Tea Gardens, he noticed the bilge pumps were running constantly on his vessel, Palamuna.

On investigation, he found a major leak beyond the capacity of the pumps.

Palamuna is a beautiful, old AG Williams vessel designed and built in 1962, made of Canadian oregon.

It is an excellent example of a classic wooden boat that would present well at any wooden boat festival.

On assessing the gravity of the situation, Scott immediately contacted other members of the Tea Gardens Slipway Association for their assistance in getting his vessel on the slipway and out of the river.

However, there was another problem that confronted Scott - the slipway was already occupied by another vessel. Members of the slipway committee saw to the hasty removal of the other

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The Manning scheme, which supplies customers from Crowdy Head in the north to Tarbuck Bay in the south and west to Krambach, relies on storage in Bootawa Dam and flows in the Manning River.

“With flows in the

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Manning River decreasing from an average of 4,000 – 5,000 million litres per day, to around 30 million litres per day, we are carefully watching the forecasts” says Brendan Guiney.

“While pumping has stopped at Stroud due to the very low river levels, the offriver storage is being utilised and there is over 100 days of water available in storage.

“We do ask everyone to be mindful of their water use over the coming weeks by taking part in our voluntary summer water saving program” Mr Guiney added.

The key message is ‘don’t spray in the middle of the day’ - reduce your outdoor water use between the hours of 9am and 4pm.

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vessel to allow the damaged Palamuna to be slipped on Tea Gardens’ community slipway.

Because of the low tide, it took some hours before Palamuna was winched clear of the Myall River, the operation concluding at 11 pm Sunday night.

This highlights the necessity and advantage of maintaining a fully functional slipway in Tea Gardens.

Scott said, “Even if I was able to arrange emergency slipping in Nelson Bay, I very much doubt that I could have completed the passage.”

If it was not for the remarkable response of Tea Gardens Slipway members, the outcome could have been much worse considering the vessel carries over 800 litres of diesel.

It is worth noting that the Tea Gardens Slipway Association is planning major works to further enhance its environmental compliance and a development application has been lodged with MidCoast Council for this work.

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Club Minor Singles Championship BOWLING Tea Gardens Men’s Bowling Club

By The JAFFA 24 JANUARY: The long hot summer continued today with a stiff sea breeze keeping conditions bearable.

Nominated Fours competitions continued with 47 starters competing.

Three teams completed the double winning both their matches but Danny Johnson’s team, which included Bruce

Everitt, Tony Coomer and Col Fossey, took home the money.

27 January: The first round of the Club Minor Singles was played today with a good field of 20 bowlers Taking part A very interesting competition this year with some good up and coming bowlers playing for the first time as well as a few “seasoned” players chasing this sought after trophy.

With the temperature in the low 30’s a brisk northeasterly made conditions tricky.

The results were as follows; Stewart Sturrock 31, Vic Garlick 21. Col Saillard 31, Henry Dallas 12.

Merv Mills 31, Graeme Watkins 5. David Perry 31, Tony Coomer 21. Danny Johnson 31, Noel Jackson 24. Doug Andrews enjoyed a forfeit and Gary Wynne had a bye.

28 January: The second round of the Club Minor Singles was played today with some unpredictable results.

Dennis Wilberforce hit a rut when reaching 12 points and remained there for 9 ends.

Ken Devlin, his opponent, taking the match 31-14.

Ross Barry outgunned Graham Kelly 31-10.

Neil Kibble piled on too

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By Lynda RICHARDS TUESDAY 23rd January: Round2/Semi Finals of the Club Championship Fours was played. What a wonderful display of bowling by all participants.

Play on Rink 1 was a very close contest. Sandra Leisemann, Robyn Webster, Deyonne Page and Pat Baker had a lead of 4 shots on the 14th end against Robyn Beaumont, Julie Kennedy, Karen McPhie and Maynie Roberts. Maynie’s team delivered some great shots equalising the score on the 17th end and ultimately claiming victory 18 v 14.

Rink 3 Sheril Johnson, Jill McBride, Wendy Jones and Olive McKeown started strongly but just didn’t “last the distance” loosing to Bette Saillard, Bev Stephens, Lynne Green and Lorraine Harvey 15 v 25. Format for social bowls was a game of Triples and a game of Pairs. The winners on the day were Francis Betar and Dorothy Thompson.

Thursday 25th January: No social bowls played, the hot weather deterring

most bowlers. The final of the Fours Competition went ahead as scheduled and what a thrilling game of bowls this was. Bette Saillard, Bev Stephens, Lynne Green and Lorraine Harvey v Robyn Beaumont, Julie Kennedy, Karen McPhie and Maynie Roberts. Lorraine’s team holding the lead 6 v 0 on the 3rd end, 7th end just 1 shot difference between the scores. On the 13th end they had increased the winning margin by 8 shots. Maynie’s team attempted a come back narrowing Lorraine’s lead to just 3 shots on the 18th end. With 3 ends left to play I guess Lorraine’s side could sense victory was close at hand especially after winning the next 2 ends and adding 4 to their tally. Maynie’s team won the final end, scoring 3 shots but this wasn’t enough for them to win the game.

Final score 21 v 17. Thanks to Controlling Body Karen Green and Umpire Francis Betar and also to Dale Winter for preparing lunch.

Congratulations to Robyn Beaumont who bowled with the Newcastle District Team on the 20th and 21st January at Lambton Park. Newcastle District defeated the team from the ACT. Pennant Season commences on Tuesday 30th January good bowling to our 4 teams competing in this competition. Hopefully 2018 will see our club bringing home a Pennant Flag. Social bowls will still be played during this time.

Sunday bowls as usual open to all,” new and old bowlers”. Names to be submitted by 0900 play starts 1000, $12 for a game of bowls and BBQ lunch. A fun way to start you day.

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many early points and led all the way in his match against Greg Smith.

Neil won 31-21.

Dave Perry continued on his winning way accounting for Doug Andrews 31-20.

Gary Wynne will long remember his match against Merv Mills.

A bulldog attitude saw Gary Home 31-26 in a brilliant game.

Danny Johnson will have to wait another year to contest this title as Col Saiilard, playing some brilliant draw bowls was too consistent over 34 ends to win 31-25.

Col will be one to watch during the remainder of the tournament.

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fine bowling.

In other news, Nominations are open for the Minor Pairs with the first round commencing on 24 February.

The Tea Gardens Women’s Bowling Club commences their Pennant season this week.

We wish them well.

Chris Lock, Michael Rose, Cheryl Rose Christine Sefton, Sharon Taylor and Allan Wilson all had exceptional results with multiple podium finishes for all.”

“The tally for the day was eleven first places and eleven second places, a fantastic effort once again.”

“Leon, Chris, Michael and Brad were the winning team in the 200 freestyle relay.”

There were 26 clubs entered in the meet and Myall finished in sixth position with just eight

swimmers.

The beginning of the year is always an exciting time for the Myall Masters holding its own Carnival on Saturday 17 February at the Tea Gardens pool.

The pool now has new black lines for competition and solar heating.

Last year the meet attracted 18 clubs and more than 130 swimmers.

Valerie said, “The pool is looking fabulous, so why not come along and cheer on the locals, all are welcome.”

Masters Swim Meet

By Margie TIERNEY

THE members of the Myall Master Swimming Club have returned to the pool and competition following a break over Christmas.

And as always they’ve performed very strongly for a small club.

The first Branch Point Score meet was held at Raymond Terrace Pool on 14 January and eight swimmers from the Myall competed.

Valeria Mobbs said, “Leon Bobako, Brad Jensen,

Bridge result Hawks Nest Bridge Club

By Linda CONROY MONDAY 15 January: N/S 1. Christina LaPonder & Sue Donohue 2. Peter Parrett & Adrian Ryan 3. Carol Richards & Jeanette Whalan.

E/W 1. Bea Treharne & Sue Matheson 2. Shirley Pearson & Beth Williams 3.

Wendy Haycock & Mike Forte Handicap – Adrian Ryan & Peter Parrett.

Friday 22 January: N/S 1. Liz Caro & Trish Thatcher 2. Rex Stoessiger & Peter Parrett 3. Anne Remment & Shirley Sinclair.

E/W 1. Bea Treharne & Sue Matheson 2. Carol Richards & Jeanette Whalan 3. Wendy Haycock & Mike Forte Handicap – Rex Stoessiger & Peter Parrett.

Friday 26 January: N/S 1. Christina LaPonder & Sue Donohue 2. Liz Caro & Carol Richards 3. Peter Parrett & Adrian Ryan.

E/W 1. Trish Thatcher & Mike Parfait 2. Bea Treharne & Sue Matheson 3. Pam & Breton Gibbs.

Handicap – Charlie & Sandy Shuetrim.

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Front 9 1. Roger Sykes 22 2. Des Patfield 19 c/b 3. Stephen MacMahon 19 c/b Vouchers to 15 c/b Back 9 1. Ken Hill 20 /cb 2. Barry Collins 20 c/b 3. David Brailey 20 c/b Vouchers to 17

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For Sale 160W Folding Solar Panel As new, with warrantyOLD Comes S in protective case ready to use. $200 Call 0417656307 AIR Cond. Portable Window kit, cools 36m2 Exc cond. $350 49810509 ANTIQUE cedar d/ side table $150. 0423 309410 CLASSIFIEDS ads@mcnota.com.au ANTIQUE bottles, furniture & collectibles plus 2 beach rods and ALVEY Reel. Phone: 02 4984 1198 ARCOROC French Brown Smoked Glass Dinnerware 10pc setting with extras. dishwasher safe. $50.

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DINNER set willow pattern six places 49191637 $30 Soldiers Point

LOBSTER brooch.

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

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OAK Dining Table $190 Extension with 6 chairs Like new 0405 388 607

SURF Ski - Wave Master. Good condition very stable. Good in surf as well as calm/ choppy conditions.

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DOUBLE ensemble $120. 2 single beds with mattresses on slats $50 each.

Round timber antique.

Table 740cm $200.

Repco exercise bike $40. Four Toyota 6 stud split rims $120 for all. 0429485169 Nelson Bay

CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au ELECTRIC Programmable Walker PROFORM 400C $500 ono Phone: John 02 4997 0435 EXERCISE equipment Magnetic rowing machine, exercise bench with leg extension weights plus barbell and hand weights $250 ono. Tea Gardens 49198161 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au 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 FULL set left hand golf D Clubs, 9 irons,3 OL woods Putter, S bag & buggy $100. 0427 162 769 GRAMOPHONE wind up, good working cond, needles available. $500.

Phone 4997 0986 GUITAR and Amp Strat copy guitar Three pick ups and quiver arm. 40 watt amp with 4 inputs and 1 mic input.

A1 condition. $320 0419212863 HALL Cabinet. Price reduced to $800.

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Solid Timber & Glass 1.85h x 1.68l x .45d. $600 0428450925 INVERTER Pure Sine Wave 2200W-4400W Brand New Remote Controlled $220 ph 0421 070 159 KAYAK Surge dble D Includes all L accessories SO 49814454 $600Corlette KEYBOARD Electronic Casio WK-1800 LD as new $250 Salamander Bay SO 4984 9347 KING, AH Comfort Mattress.

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Beard Plush $1000.

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Kite with harness & directional board.

Used once. $950 Ph 0402290498

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LOUNGES to sell 0427861227 Blue 3 seater fold out Sofabed $75. White 3 seater lounge $60.

2x Cream 2 seater. lounges $45 each and 2 matching single armchairs $15each LOUNGE suite dark blue leather 3seater and 2 armchairs in good cond. $500.

Lg timber extendable Dining table with 8 chairs. $400 ono 49820432 Salamander.

PLANT pots (13) large 500mm size. $8.00 each.

0422070333 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

QUEEN Bed Ensemble Exc cond and qual. Charcoal base $100 ono, Single MACROB timber mattress, exc cond/ extension dining table qual $30. 0488438868 and 6 leather chairs with 3 matching wall units and entertainment ROWING Skiff - Euro unit. $500. 0407283748 Single. Croker Blades VG cond, $1500 ono Text for photos 0418716225

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MOBILTY Scooter Pride Celebrity X, battery charger, rear D OL and front carry Sbag basket. $600. or near offer. 0414447820

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D tables $180, Nest Lof SO for DVD’s $40, Cabinet & Disc’s, turns around $90. 49820798 STEELCRAFT pram $100. Fr Newborn up Includes accessories & weather cover 0419618565 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au

SWINGING metal entrance gates with latches $300 4997 0986 TIMBER dining suite $250 very good cond.

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TV corner unit timber As new $80 0418436856 TWO QB air mattresses and elec. pump $60 Ono for both 49841127 Nelson Bay TYRE on steel rim.

Yokohama Geolander as new 215/70R/16 $75. ph 0416229166

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WELDER Generator 14HP petrol motor electric start 200amp welder & leads 3.5kva 240V very good welder. $1500.00 email don@legges. id.au Ph. 0418845358 YAMAHA EF2400 Generator 4 stroke, low noise As new with fullOLD warranty Suit S caravan or camping $1,800 Phone 0417656307.

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DVD player and video Combo Samsung $40. Speakers Logitech X220 $30. Oztrail swag double $250.

Canoe 14ft mad river $1,000. Petrol or electric motor for canoe, Price negotiable for motor. 0428450925 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Email for Price & Proof

FRIDGE Fujitsu good cond. $75. Washing machine simpson.

5.5kg almost new $350.

Ride on mower. deutcher 360 $600.

Cot, Mattresses various. accessories $150.

Wooden playpen $25. High chair $25.

Ikea toddler bed $50. Soldiers Point 49827995 CLASSIFIEDS ads@mcnota.com.au OZITO Bandsaw $100. OZITO Bench Saw $100. RYOBI Bench Grinder $60.

RHINO Pedestal Drill $80. OZITO Cordless Drill & Battery $30. 2hp Tank Compressor $100. Stud Finder $20. Planer $80.

Orbital Sander $40.

Portable Petrol Container $20.

Power Master Angle Grinder $60. Timber Work Bench $60 .Phone: 02 4981 0681

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Property HIGH quality Ent. Unit Black gloss glass top Management $150. IKEA bookcase Tea Gardens location. white $50. Brother 120+ holiday properties printer plus fax $20.

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Positions Wanted I AM seeking Clerical p/t work in Hawks Nest Or from home/ email. Former payroll officer at qantas and Nth Shore Private Hospital Acct’s and ordering exp. also. Phone Anne 0433073847 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Email for Price & Proof

Positions Vacant Experienced Bar Staff needed RSA & RCG are essential.

Please forward Resume’s to: gm@tgcc.com.au Tea Gardens Country Club

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Hire Vehicle Driver Wanted

Combined Hunter Hire Cars require a driver located in the local area for Hire Vehicle driving locally, to Newcastle , and on occasions to Sydney.

The position would also suit an active semi retiree or retiree.

Please ring Combined Hunter Hire Cars on 49847766 for further details.

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Pureness, 25. Devoured, 26. Zebu, 27. Desolate.

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PEOPLE love fishing reports. That’s why we regularly cruise by the fish cleaning table at Lemon Tree Passage in Henderson Park with the hope of getting a story.

It’s not easy winkling the good oil out of fisher folk as some of them jealously guard their ‘secret spots’. Some even refuse to tell us the bait they use. Others give out false leads to keep wannabes away from their hot spots.

Not so local legend Adam Parbera who has been scoring big time with both fish and crabs. While collecting yellowtail bait (yakkas) in the white water around Tomaree Headland the kingfish came on and he and his two mates had their 15 fish quota in record time.

They weighed in at up to 8kg each.

The intrepid trio returned at night to the same spot to clean up big time on the snapper. These were running riot and Adam’s largest topped the scales at 9kg. That’s not all. He reefed in a thumping 32kg jew from a hole near North Arm Cove.

Why waste the fish frames? Most anglers feed them to the pelicans but Adam recycled some through his crab pots and nailed some monster muddies at Karuah.

So, dear reader, there you have it! Why hide in your air-con cave this summer watching the cricket and guzzling endless cans? Set the alarm clock for 3am. Hit the water and before you know it you’ll be back home with a boat load. If Adam can do it, so can you!

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