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IN today’s world, it is easy to forget the power of kindness, but doing something as simple as saying ‘Thank you’ can bring a smile to many faces.

Bulahdelah Central School Year 12 students put this theory to the test last week, by acknowledging some of the many people who contribute to the community.

Armed with baskets filled with freshly baked muffins, the students hit the streets during their recess and lunchtime to deliver the treats, which had a note attached simply saying, “Thank you for being part of our community”.

The surprise visits brought instantaneous smiles, which quickly spread throughout the town.

“This has made my day,” one community member said.

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“Wow, such a lovely thing to do,” another stated.

Year 12 student, Kaitlyn Smart said she enjoyed being involved, as kindness is an essential part of small communities.

“If you can put a smile on somebody’s face by performing an act of kindness, that smile is going to be contagious,” she said.

“It feels good knowing that you can brighten someone’s day by doing something so simple.”

The muffins were baked by Year 12 Hospitality students, who arrived very early to prepare hundreds of the sweet treats ready for delivery.

Year 12 Advisor, Ms Wendy Parsons, said due to Year 12’s HSC

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study commitments, they were unable to visit every deserving community member on this occasion.

“The students have plans to continue their random acts during their final school term, and the kindness is bound to spread a little further each time,” she said.

The delivery of the muffins was the third act of kindness performed by the Year 12 students.

As one community member stated, “An act of kindness, no matter how small, is never wasted”.

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No to Quarry FROM Page 1 150 locals from North Arm Cove, Pindimar and Bundabah gathered to voice their concerns about a development application for the quarry now lodged with MidCoast Council by Tattersall and Lander on behalf of developer Phillip Lee. Resident Janine

Reid proposed a motion calling upon Council to reject Development Application 269/2017 due to the damage it could do to both the surrounding natural environment and the quality of life in nearby villages.

The motion was seconded by CEO of the Aboriginal Land Council Len Roberts and passed unanimously.

Local MP Kate Washington lent her

support to the cause.

“It’s clear that the development proposal is of great concern to many residents,” Ms Washington told News Of The Area.

“The main concerns were that the proposed quarry presents a significant risk to the environment whilst also posing a significant threat to the peaceful enjoyment of nearby properties.”

“Neither of these

potential threats are adequately addressed in the development application.”

Ms Washington added, “Given the applicant is already currently embroiled in Land and Environment Court proceedings for alleged non-compliance with existing environmental protections, I urged the applicant’s representative to withdraw the development application and fix up the mess that

has already been made before pursuing more approvals.”

The DA proposes the quarrying of 25,000 cubic metres of rock a year for an indefinite time.

The quarry would also be able to operate on a daily basis.

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Ahoy young pirates, Tea Gardens Library is the place to be this July school holidays for some swashbuckling fun.

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AHOY young pirates, Tea Gardens Library is the place to be this July school holidays for some swashbuckling fun.

Magician Quenorie Eades is back at the library, this time hosting a pirate party.

“The kids can come in fancy dress if they want, face makeup, or just wear an eye patch,” Library Chris Shelly told News Of The Area.

“She’s organising lots of fun games including a treasure hunt and tug-of-war.”

Chris said “Beware

however, Quenorie may make some kids walk the plank and if you are really naughty you’ll have to scrub the deck.”

There’ll be craft activities for the children, maps and hats to make, maybe the odd sword or two and what pirate would be complete without a patch.

There will also be maggoty biscuits and seaweed water and gold for afternoon tea.

Sounds yummy.

Cost per child for the Pirate Party on Wednesday 12 July from 2pm to 4pm is $7.

As always though,

Budget Snub

THE NSW Government is touting the budget as the “envy of the western world” with record spending on health, education and infrastructure.

But Myall Coast residents have been overlooked, with no new local projects announced.

Port Stephens MP, Kate Washington, said the budget highlights the Government’s misplaced priorities, who has plenty of cash to splash on Sydney’s inner-city road projects while ignoring regional communities.

As part of the Government’s record spend on education, an additional $60 million has been committed to catch up with the maintenance backlog in NSW Schools, which is reported to be a total of $775 million.

With no new funds allocated for the $119,443 maintenance backlog at Tea Gardens Public School, Ms Washington said it would take eight years at the current funding rate to complete the repairs.

“Families across this region have every right to be upset by the government continuing to ignore the educational needs of their children,” she said.

“Our schools are bursting at the seams, demountables have become permanent fixtures and maintenance backlogs are soaring.”

In the Myall Lakes Electorate, funding has

been allocated for upgrades at Taree Police Station and Manning Base Hospital.

Addressing Parliament last week, Myall Lakes MP Stephen Bromhead, spoke about the “fantastic budget” and “the announcement of another $9.8 million” for Manning Base.

“Stage one of the hospital is under construction and now there is funding to continue it,” Mr Bromhead stated.

“At the 2015 election, Labor said the redevelopment was a lie and would never happen, but it is up and running.”

The budget also includes $100 million for palliative care in NSW, which Mr Bromhead said “is an important measure for the Myall Lakes”.

Residents advocating for funding for ongoing dredging of the Myall River and a boat ramp in North Arm Cove have drawn a blank, whilst $244 million has been allocated to expand NSW Art Gallery.

Ms Washington said Myall Coast residents “deserve better than the misguided priorities of this Government” who has “sold our poles and wires, Newcastle Port and the Land Titles Office”.

“We are all bearing the burden of the sales but seeing no return. The needs in our community are not being met. It’s all going to Sydney,” she said.

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There’s also a ‘Puzzles and Board Game’ afternoon at the Tea Gardens Library.

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Aspiring Olympian Awarded Bianca Mason has received the prestigious Pierre de Coubertin award in recognition of her involvement in sport and for displaying the Olympic ideals of teamwork, fair play and sportsmanship, both on and off the field.

By Daniel SAHYOUN

BIANCA Mason has received the prestigious Pierre de Coubertin award in recognition of her involvement in sport and for displaying the Olympic ideals of teamwork, fair play and sportsmanship, both on and off the field.

The award was presented

by NSW Olympic Council President and AOC VicePresident, Helen Brownlee, at an Olympic Academy day recently held in Sydney.

The Bulahdelah Year 12 student has been involved in sport since she was eight years old, and currently plays first grade soccer, regularly competes at State Athletics Championships and is also a classical dancer.

As part of the selection criteria for the award, Bianca submitted a literary piece on the moment during the 2016

Rio Games that made the biggest impact on her.

Bianca said she wrote about Paralympian James Turner, who smashed the world record and won gold in the 800 metres.

“I trained with James for five years at the Forster/Tuncurry Little Athletics Club, he is very determined, motivated and a naturally talented athlete,” Bianca said.

“His gold medal demonstrates that by pushing yourself, you can overcome

barriers and achieve your goals.”

In addition to receiving her award, Bianca also heard from three Olympians, including rower Cameron Girdlestone, who recounted his Olympic journey.

She also took part in a boxing session with Rio 2016 boxer Shelley Watts.

Bianca said, “Meeting the Olympians was inspirational”.

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it all the way,” she said.

Bianca is currently balancing a hectic training schedule with her HSC studies, and has her sights firmly set on representing Australia at the 2020 Tokyo

Olympics.

“To represent your country, family and hometown would be a dream come true,” she said.

Bianca was amongst an elite group of 70 NSW secondary students who received the Australian Olympic Committee’s award last week.

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MYALL Coast parents have welcomed the $100 sporting rebate for school-aged children announced as part of last week’s NSW Budget.

The Active Kids Rebate will be available from 1 January next year, to assist with covering the cost of sports registration and membership, as well as swimming lesson fees.

Belinda Cunningham said her two children are involved in soccer and swimming, which both attract a $90 registration fee for each child.

“The rebate is definitely welcome, as the costs of registrations, uniforms and equipment certainly do add up,” Belinda told News Of The Area.

Bulahdelah Swimming Club Secretary, Georgina Cunich, said the rebate is a

Heavenly Voice Graces Parish MICHAEL Harvey’s Concert scheduled for 9 July in Tea Gardens sold out in the first week of ticket sales.

A second concert with Australian tenor Gaetano Bonfante will be held the

following week, Sunday 16 July in St Stephen’s Parish Centre Gaetano’s rich tenor voice will warm you, delight you, and bring life to those great melodies of the Musical

Theatre repertoire, the world of Opera, and the songs of Andrea Bocelli.

Gaetano will sing so many of the favourites, “Bring Him Home”, “Anthem” from CHESS, “Without a Song”, “Come back

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Michael Harvey will also feature in a solo piano performance.

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positive step forward.

“Some families are restricted financially, particularly if their children wish to participate in more than one sport during the year,” she said.

“Hopefully the rebate will now enable more young people to be involved in both summer and winter sports.”

With sparse pickings for the region in the rest of the State Budget, there is little else to be excited about.

For small businesses, insurance duty will be abolished on commercial vehicles, as well as professional indemnity and public liability insurance, bringing savings of around five percent on premiums.

Bulahdelah Farm and Garden owner Dave Saul, said as the duties are a small component of their total running costs, “there is really nothing in the budget for early for this exciting repeat performance.

As customary, a glass of complimentary champagne is available on arrival.

Tickets are priced at just $20 each, which includes a donation to the St Stephen’s Parish Centre.

Tickets are again available

small businesses”.

“It is only the largest of the small businesses that will get any real benefit from the removal of the duties,” he said.

For primary producers, the budget includes the removal of the 2.5 percent premium on crop and livestock insurance duty.

Anthony Dorney, from Relf’s Mill in Bulahdelah, said the reduction in premiums is a positive for farmers.

“Every little bit helps, but not all primary producers will benefit,” he said.

“The timber industry has missed out on any reforms, and we are still waiting on the government to make a decision on the industry roadmap, which we hope will ensure a stronger and more sustainable industry.”

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Still Strong Four Years On Fears that the Bulahdelah bypass would spell disaster for the local economy have almost faded to a distant memory.

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Covering the Tomaree Peninsula of Port Stephens Some of stories in this paper...

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FEARS that the Bulahdelah bypass would spell disaster for the local economy have almost faded to a distant memory.

The 8.6km stretch of highway was officially opened in June 2013 and four years on, many businesses have reported a thriving trade.

The Mount View Hotel is regularly full, and without the constant bottleneck traffic that once snaked through the town, guests are enjoying the quieter, country atmosphere.

Owner of the family-run business, Patrick Bramston, said the opening of the bypass coincided with the soaring

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popularity of online booking sites.

“Although there is less passing traffic, we have had an increase in business,” he said.

“We are getting more people who are using internet applications to find a place to stay before they reach here.”

Patrick said they have increased their employees’ working hours to cater for the rise in business.

Café On Main is also thriving, with travellers making up 70 percent of their weekly trade.

Kevin and Kay Aitken who have owned the business for 10 years, said Bulahdelah is a perfect stopping distance for people travelling through from Sydney or other areas.

“Everything is homemade and we are still busy keeping up with the demand,” Kevin said.

“We also have some regular couples coming up from Newcastle for the day,

newsofthearea.com.au just to go to the butchers, bakers and come to get some homemade goods to take home.”

Kevin said they open at 5.30am, and are busy well into the afternoon.

Figures show the number of travellers calling into the Visitors Information Centre has increased by about five percent since the opening of the bypass.

Improved public facilities and Lions Park, which caters for self-contained campers, are some of the initiatives that encourage travellers to continue to stop.

But the picture is not entirely rosy, with some businesses feeling the pinch.

“Since the bypass, there has been a significant downturn in trade, I’ve never known it to be this quiet,” Newsagent Sue Chick told News Of The Area.

A few other businesses report they have cut back on opening hours due to the reduction in passing trade.

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Mrs PV, Salamander Bay WELL, Mrs PV, what you should do is nothing, because that will teach your son to be more organised and selfsufficient.

By doing nothing, you will hopefully be bringing up a child who turns into an adult who is not rewarded by leaving unpleasant tasks to others – right up until the very last minute on a Sunday night when you should be drinking red wine in front of an open fire or watching a movie, or soaking in a bath.

But that is not what you will do, because you are a mother and you will feel judged by the drama teacher if little Sonny-Jim turns up to his performance with wolflike facial expressions drawn onto his face with your mascara and a pair of Explorer socks that do look slightly wolfish, because they’ve been washed with the towels and are covered in loose threads.

Instead you will rant and rave and then you will go door-knocking, begging your neighbours for any costume items that looks remotely like they could be turned into a wolf with a few safety pins or some double-sided tape or a nail gun.

Or else you will go up to the school, like a wolf in sheep’s clothing, and you will explain that your son has performance jitters and is suffering from some form of bea-wolf-by-Monday-post-traumatic-stress-disorder and he will not be performing on Monday, but on Friday, when he is feeling better.

And then, if that doesn’t work, you will just raise your face skywards and howl.

Carpe diem, Jasminda

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Country Duo on the Rise

By Margie TIERNEY

A LOVE of country and bluegrass music is paying off for popular Karuah Duo PJ and STIX. Peter James and Michael McGuirk have been playing together for the past three years, performing at clubs and pubs in the Hunter, Port Stephens and up and down the coast.

They were also among the local stars at the Lost Highway Bluegrass Festival in May. “We often do free shows for local community and fundraising events,” Peter

James said.

But it’s their Busking at the Blue Water Country Music Festival in Nelson Bay that’s paid big dividends for Peter and Michael.

They busked and sang and strummed in the rain for the four days of the festival “To our surprise we received the Award for Best Duo and we were also booked to perform at the Toyota Showcase Marque which gives us a chance at going to next year’s Country Music Festival in Tamworth,” Peter said.

The Nelson Bay Music Festival has been going

since 2006 and this year an estimated 20,000 people tuned in over the long weekend.

“There was some great talent in the Nelson Bay area with free performances, and it was a great weekend despite the poor weather.”

“The best part was meeting up with other musicians who we haven’t seen for years who travelled from the Central Coast and Hunter Valley.”

PJ and STIX’s next gig is at the Botanical Gardens in Heatherbrae on Tuesday 4 July.

World’s Oldest Graduate Gets OAM

Taking a trip down memory lane with 102-year-old Allan Stewart is like stepping back in time through a century of Australian history.

By Margie TIERNEY

TAKING a trip down memory lane with 102-year-old Allan Stewart is like stepping back in time through a century of Australian history.

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given the privilege recently of interviewing Dr Stewart on the occasion of his latest award, a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List.

“It’s a record for the family

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to appreciate for all the help they’ve given me,” Dr Stewart said.

To call the honour the icing on the cake of a life well lived, would be an understatement.

His love of country, love of family, passion for learning, sport and community have played out his entire life.

Allan Stewart lived through the Great Depression, studied dentistry at Sydney University, graduated with honours and was offered a scholarship to further his studies at the North Western University of Chicago.

He went on to receive a doctorate.

He served his country in World War II. He married and had six children.

All through the years, there was a love of sport,

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especially cricket.

He played for the 1st Eleven for Australia House in England as the opening batsman and was given the honour of wearing the ‘Baggy Green Cap’.

Throughout his life though, Allan never stopped learning or giving to his community.

Allan volunteered his services to Meals on Wheels in Tea Gardens for a decade and was a rostered driver

to take people to medical appointments.

Not done with his studies, he enrolled in a law degree in 2001.

In 2006 Allan became the world’s oldest Graduate.

His penchant for learning continued and yet another degree followed in 2010, Allan obtaining a Masters of Clinical Science (Complementary Medicine).

At the age of 95, he broke his own world record.

His daughter Anne approached three of his University Professors to be his referees for the OAM; they didn’t hesitate.

One of Allan’s sons likes to joke that his father now has so many letters after his name that the OAM slips off the page.

A humble Dr Stewart simply stated, “I’ve had a very fortunate life.”

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NEWS Of The Area (NOTA) is linking arms with Tilligerry Adult and Community Education (TACE) to cosponsor a national short story competition which is now open for entry.

Former school principal and chief judge Lloyd Hogg said that with prize money of $1100, the competition will draw entries from all over Australia.

“We have emailed over 100 writers’ groups in all states and with exposure in the three NOTA editions we expect that many local creative writers will be submitting entries,” he said.

“It costs just $10 to enter one story and $5 for each additional submission,” he added.

“There is a limit of 2000 words and writers can send in

stories on any topic.”

Full details of prize money and entry conditions can be found on www.tilligerry.com by clicking on ‘Literature Award’ in the left hand green sidebar. Or simply go to the News Of The Area website and follow the links.

Entries close 30 September and results will be announced in November on a date to be advised.

Hawks finally beat Eagles LEAGUE

Tea Gardens Hawks

By Neil REYNOLDS THE Tea Gardens Hawks broke a 13 year hoodoo at Windale Oval on Saturday.

The Hawks had not defeated the Eagles at the ground since 2003.

A grudge game against the reigning A grade premiers was expected.

The Eagles had knocked the Hawks out in a controversial 2016 final game and the

clash live up to expectation.

A disrupted preparation saw 4 regular players unavailable for the game.

A thankful Club saw four last minute addition to the seasons side.

In slippery conditions, the Hawks defeated Windale by 24 points to 16.

CJ Misifosa, Steven Soper, and Kurt Langdon were made inroads into the Eagles defence all day. Langdon maintained strong form in the centres that saw him score 2 tries in last week’s win.

Halfback, Luke Handsaker

orchestrated the attack, giving his outside backs plenty of options. Jack Beverley played a typical 5/8th’s game in attack, and was strong in defence. Up the middle Mikey Nanai continued his impact in the front row, supported by Matty Cameron whose time on return was strong. Late signing, Benny Langdon added starch to the backrow along with young gun Aaron Bills. Nathan Ruse was tradesman around the ruck, and David Edmonds continued his 110% effort with and without the ball.

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Cain Waterman, in his first year in open competition, continues to impress. His work ethic is undoubted, and enthusiasm strong. He is among a number of players in the side that has played with the Myall River Juniors, and is keen to develop his game. Highlights of the win was Jade Duroux run down of the leagues ‘fastest player” to save a certain try, and Anthony Cameron’s 80 metre run to score and put the Hawks 14 point in the lead.

Brendon Davies, Steven Soper, Anthony Cameron, Jade Duroux, and Benny Langdon, scored tries. Luke Handsaker kicked 2 goals

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BOWLING Tea Gardens Men’s Bowling Club

By The JAFFA 21 June THE rain of the past three weeks passed and fine and sunny weather greeted a full-house of 42 bowlers for the usual Nominated Triples competition.

Winners were decided by allowing 20 points for each win plus margins.

Taking away the money was the team of Greg Smith, Geoff Page and Noel Jackson.

Runners-up were Ken Devlin, Col Amos and Mark Hair.

23 June Although overcast, the weather stayed fine for a day of Fabulous Friday Pairs.

A near record field of 29 players attended including six lady bowlers.

Winners were decided by the team with the lowest winning margin.

The Triples team of Bryan McPhie Barry Goode and Bill Heylbut managed

from three attempts.

Best in defence was awarded to Nathan Ruse. Best attack was CJ Misifosa. Jack Beverley was the supporter’s choice.

Referees points went to Steven Soper, and Cain Waterman was voted the “players player” choice.

Player of the round was shared by Steven Soper and David Edmonds.

This year’s competition has shown many twists, with player availability being a major factor in the Hawks position on the ladder. The Hawks are still on the bottom of the ladder, although only four points from the final five, and 9 points from Dora Creek,

that feat taking first prize money.

They were closely followed by John Atherton and Tony Attard.

The $260.00 jackpot was won and by Lon Richards and Dale Winter.

Congratulations to them!

I hope that the jackpot going off does not deter our regular Friday players from playing next week, when the prize money will go back to $20.00.

25 June The long-awaited final of the Club Championship Fours was played today in great weather.

For those of my readers with long memories the finalists were the teams of Richard Lee, Jeff Baker, Sean Mearrick and Paul Syron, (they currently hold the Fours Championship crown), and the team of John Slater, John Younghusband, George Winter and Doug Naylor.

I would like to report that the match was a closely contested event that had all the spectators on the edge of their seats.

Such was not the case with the title holders dominating the contest from start and to its early demise.

The Paul Syron team held a commanding 26-6 lead at the 16th end when opposing Skip, Doug Naylor conceded defeat.

Congrats to the 2017 Club Fours Championship winners; Richard Lee, Jeff Baker, Sean Mearrick and Paul Syron.

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who lead the competition after 11 games.

A solid core of players has kept the campaign alive.

The lack of good backup against strong competition has seen the side struggle in round one. With resolve, the Hawks have won both games in the second round, and are committed to a strong run home to the semi-finals.

The Hawks are at home this Sunday to South Newcastle. The game will kick off at 2pm. The Lady Hawks will play Newcastle University in the lead up game, which will kick off at 1pm

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By Pauline GREGORY Thursday 15/6/17 Veteran’s Golf Winner- Rick Hanson R/up- Alex Reekie NTP 17th- Dave Johnson

Saturday 17/6/17 Medley Stroke Winner- Stuart McNaughton R/up- Ben Ireland Ladies Winner- Alison Benson

NTP 6th & 15th- Max Schlenert Jackpot 17th- Rick Hanson Poker Wednesday 14/6/17 Winner- Rodney Lansdowne R/up- Sam Samiri

Darts Sunday 18/6/17 Winner – Darren Carrall R/up- Lyn Styles Ladies highest score- Jo Buck- 93 Men’s highest scoreDarren Carrall- 95

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Roos take on Jets RUGBY LEAGUE

Karuah Roos Rugby League

By Sonja EVANS THIS week saw Karuah Roos take on The Hexham Jets on Sunday at Lionel Morten Oval.

Game Day Sponsor was Karuah Landscaping Supplies.

The Roos kicked off and within 10 minutes Luke Perry scored 4/0.

Luke was on fire, he was in for his second try not five minutes later with Sam Croese converting to take the score to 10/0.

Big hitters for the Roos were Matt O’Connor, Matt Feeney, Jordan Cobb, Sam Croese, Ashley Voll, Kane Chisholme, Luke Perry, Adam Crampton, Jack Croese, Tim Higginbottom, Bobby Beetson, Harley Stevenson, Harley Ridgeway and Matt

Weatherall.

Half way through the first half and Justin Anderson was in for his first try for the Roos and Sam Croese converting to take the score to 16/0.

Hexham was next to score 16/4.

Great metres were made by Luke Perry, Tim Higgenbottom, Jordan Cobb, Kane Chisholme, Harley Ridgeway, Matt O’Connor, Ben Feeney, Jack Croese, Matt Feeney, Jake Blanch, Adam Crampton, Tim Johnson and Zac Cobb.

With 10 minutes to go in the first half the Jets were in again to take the half time score to Karuah 16 Hexham 12.

The second half saw the Jets come out firing to score in within two minutes to take the lead for the first time in the game after converting the

try Jets 18 Roos 16.

The Roos’ Jordan Cobb countered within a couple of minutes and Sam Croese converted to put the Roos back in front 22/18.

It was a tit for tat with Hexham in to equal to score at 22 all.

The metre men were Luke Perry, Harley Ridgeway, Harley Stevenson, Tim Johnson, Sam Croese, Jake Blanch, Jack Croese, Matt Feeney, Ben Feeney, Bobby Beetson, Matt Weatherall, Ashley Voll and Tim Higginbottom.

Then the Roos’ Ben Feeney was the next to score and Sam again converted to take the score to 28/22.

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Luke Perry was in for his hat trick of the day and again Sam Croese converted to take the score to 34/22.

But once again the Jets countered to take the final score to Karuah Roos 34 Hexham Jets 26.

The win today puts the Roos in second spot on the ladder.

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Muddies Update RUGBY LEAGUE

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Annual Trophy Day

Bowling Tea Gardens Women’s Bowling Club

By Lynda RICHARDS

IT has been a busy week of bowling for club members this week.

On Monday 19 June Lynda

Richards, Robyn Webster, Deyonne Page and Karen McPhie headed to Fingal Bay to bowl at their Invitation Day. Unfortunately, we didn’t end the day as winners, a loss in one game and a draw in the next.

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A great day, enjoyed by all participants.

Tuesday 20 June: Our annual Trophy Day against Lemon Tree Passage Women’s Bowling Club.

This was the fourth year for this event.

Our club have been the winners of the trophy for the past three years. Format for play Fours, six teams from each club competing.

Winners decided by adding scores from each game.

We ended the day with two wins and a drawn game, sadly not good enough.

Lemon Tree Passage 128 v Tea Gardens 89.

Congratulations to Lemon Tree Passage but next year will be a different story. No social bowls played.

Thursday 22 June: Two games of Triples, 18 ends played.

On Rink 4 Bev Dunn, Sheril Johnson and Lynn Green were leading on the 6th end 8 v 0 against Bette Saillard, Dorothy Thompson and Carol Hayden.

Carol’s team fought back

MYALL Coast Mudcrabs clashed against Manning River Ratz in Round 10 of the Lower Mid North Coast Rugby Union Competition at Myall Park last Saturday.

The influx of three new players assisted the home team with the Muddies scoring a penalty goal in the first fifteen minutes of the game. and were down by one shot on the 14th end.

Lynne’s team claimed victory winning 19 v 14.

Great bowling ladies.

Rink 4 was a contest between Francis Betar, Karen Green and Karen McPhie v Ingrid Luck, Robyn Webster and Deyonne Page.

Winners here Karen’s team 27 v 13. To quote from a member of the losing team, “We lost, badly, basically through back, foot injury and one player trialling new bowls”.

Perhaps, the other team bowled well? No comment.

That’s bowls, you have to love the game. The winners for the day with the highest score were Francis Betar, Karen Green and Karen McPhie.

Coming events Versatility Day on Thursday 29 June; this is an annual event sponsored by Pelican Pest Control. Veterans Day at Karuah Bowling Club on the 30 June, 18 of our members are bowling in this event.

Good luck, ladies enjoy your day.

Sunday mixed bowls recommences on 2 July, names to be submitted by 9.30am play starts 10.00am.

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However, the Ratz scored four quick tries due to a combination of a quicker Ratz backline breaking at half time with the Ratz leading 24-3.

In the second half of the clash, the Muddies rallied and played catch up with the final score being 43-22 for the Ratz.

The Muddies were well represented by new player, Kayden John ably assisted by

Ray Sharp, Jack Hyde and Trent Page.

In the backs, none tried harder than Chris Sando, Nathan Colver, Riley Hunter and Kyle Nickle.

Muddies need to train hard this week in order to have a “must win” against Old Bar Clams at yet another home game to be played at Myall Park this Saturday, kickoff 3.00pm.

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Hawks Nest Vets

By Tony SMITH

20/6/2017 First Round of The Alf Ziehlke Trophy A Grade 1. Graeme Bramley 37.3 2. Ross Hutchinson 38.4 3. Gary Wills 38.5 B Grade 1. Rob Matthews 39.6 2. Phil Haywood 39.7 3. Bob Reid 39.7 NTP 3rd 5th 10th 16th

A Don Henderson Ron Stewart Tom Gallagher Graeme Bramley

q Graeme Bramley A Grade winner.

B Darrell Peters Ron Leatham Bob Reid Bob Reid

q Rob Matthews B Grade winner.

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Qualifying Finals Karuah RSL Men’s Bowls Club

By Trevor DAVIES

WITH the exception of very few playing days, wet weather has prevented play of most of the scheduled games at Karuah Bowls Club for the last two weeks.

A big roof may have allowed more play, but would stop the grass growing, so that’s simply not an option given the beautiful grass greens our club at Karuah is famous for.

The ever stoic Gordon Latimore, Club President, said, “It just makes the good days even better” and there were some very competitive games played on the days where there was a short break in the wet weather.

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Championship has progressed with some huge games played on slow greens.

Dave Benson was able to get and stay in front of Ben Taylor, While Dave Austin was able to defeat Peter Green.

In the Semi Final, Dave Benson then went on to defeat Dave Austin in a high quality game that changed leads a couple of times and will now go on to play Max Rosser in the Grand Final next Saturday at 1pm.

This game should be a cracker and seats are still available on the RSL verandah at the usual price (free!).

On a dry morning on Friday, the Ladies Triples Final was decided with Robyn Latimore, Kim Post and Lyn Cale ending up with the win over Marg Nolan, Pam Cembala and Sandie Lowndes

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in a high quality game, well played by all involved.

The Club junior development program continues with the green full of young players every Friday afternoon.

It’s great to see the next generation of players coming through, with some great potential being shown.

If you would like to have a roll on the best grass green on the mid coast, free beginner sessions are still available every Sunday morning.

Our Tuesday and Thursday morning social comps are (weather permitting) proving popular for locals and visitors alike, 9.30am names and 10.00am first bowls, it’s best to ring the RSL to confirm if weather is a doubt. See you at Karuah.

q Dave B, Max, Dave A, Ben, Peter and senior Umpire T1 (Trevor Barclay) on the greens following qualifying finals. Dave B and Max square off for immortality next Thursday morning.

Masters State of Origin

By Margie TIERNEY STATE of Origin isn’t only the domain of Rugby League.

For the past 14 years there’s been a battle royal in the pool between swimmers from New South Wales and Queensland in the annual Masters State of Origin Carnival.

This year the competition was held at Yamba and nine swimmers and a support crew from the Myall Masters Club recently made the 500 kilometre journey to the northern New South Wales coastal town.

Chris Lock, Chris Mobbs, Brad Jensen, Michael Rose, Leon Bobako, Sharon Taylor, Linda Stubbs, Cheryl Rose

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and Liz McKay all took to the water against competitors from 22 clubs.

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performed exceptionally well, achieving fourth place overall and fourth in the average score,” Valerie

Mobbs, told News Of The Area.

“Not bad considering the stiff competition from

Council purchased the land for a public recreational reserve and in 1938, on the inception of Newcastle City Council, it was placed in their trusteeship where it has been ever since.

Much work and many improvements since then have resulted in today’s fabulous family playground and tourist attraction.

Our walk took us through wooded areas of significant

remnant vegetation and a restored rainforest providing habitats for a range of wild fauna including Brushtail Possums, Grey-headed Flying Foxes and Powerful Owls.

There were a few steep climbs and my activity app tells me that we walked up the equivalent of 22 floors.

So a good cardio workout as well.

We walked the boardwalk

to find birds including the Australian King Parrot, mammals like the Brushtail Rock Wallaby, Koala and Wombat and even reptiles such as the Eastern Longnecked Turtle, Diamond Python and Eastern Bluetongued Lizard to name a few.

The Thursday Walkers meet at the library car park in Tea Garden at 8.30 on a Thursday morning.

Sydney, Newcastle, Gold Coast and the host Club, Clarence River which fielded 30 swimmers.”

Valeria said, “Liz McKay, Michael Rose, Leon Bobako and Christopher Lock deserve special mention for achieving third, second and first placings respectively in their age groups.”

Michael Rose was entered in six out of seven events achieving a well deserved second placing overall.

Out of the pool the conditions were very cold and rainy.

“Our Head Coach, Brad Jensen, was primed to crash through the 14 second barrier for the 25 metre Freestyle, making him one of the fastest men in Australia in his age group, however the inclement weather forced the organisers to abandon

Thursday Walkers head to Blackbutt

By Helen WATKINS

A MUCH longed for rain free day and the Thursday Walkers headed south to Newcastle to enjoy walking in Blackbutt Reserve.

With over 182 acres of bush land in the suburb of New Lambton, Blackbutt Reserve started life as a Depression era subdivision that was doomed to failure.

The then New Lambton

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GOLF Myall Coast Vets

By Tony SMITH 22/6/2017

The Forster-Tuncurry visit was held today with Hawks Nest scoring 161 points to Forster-Tuncurry’s 150.

A Grade 1. Terry Richardson 37

2. Stuart McLeod 36 c/b 3. Bob Peters 36 c/b 4. David Potts 36 c/b 5. Keith Harrap 36 c/b

B Grade 1. John Cribb 41 2. Kevin Austin 38 3. Kevin De Carle 37 4. Andrew Watson 35 c/b 5. John Daniel 35 C Grade 1. Kevin Durham 36 c/b 2. Ronald Pollack 36 c/b

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block starts and start in the water, which put a damper on what promised to be an exciting race,” Valerie said.

The team of Sharon Taylor, Chris Lock, Leon Bobako and Linda Stubbs won the 200 Medley Relay and Liz McKay, Brad Jensen, Chris Mobbs and Cheryl Rose took out third place.

In the 200 Free relay, Linda Stubbs Michael Rose, Sharon Taylor and Brad Jensen came in first and Chris Lock, Liz McKay, Cheryl Rose and Leon Bobako finished third.

When all the results were tallied, the Myall Masters retain their lead in second division in the branch point score.

The thousand kilometre round trip well worth the journey.

The Thursday Walkers enjoying Blackbutt Reserve

3. Darrell Peters 36 4. 4 Alan Birmingham 35 5. Peter Parrett 34

NTP 10th A. Ken Bullivant B. John Cribb C. Ron Pollack 16th A. Noel Shelly B. John Cribb C. Chris Hurst Balls To. A. 31 c/b B. 29 C. 17 c/b

q A Grade winner Terry q B Grade winner John Richardson of Forster-Tuncurry. Cribb of Forster-Tuncurry.

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q C Grade winner Kevin Durham of Hawks Nest.

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BEDSIDE Table/ chest of drawers.

Good cond. W47cm, D46cm,H53cm. Brown For Sale timber finish. $25 ono.

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Brown Smoked Glass Dinnerware 10pc set- CLASSIFIEDS in the ting with extras. dish- News Of The Area washer safe. $50. ads@mcnota.com.au Phone 02 49198139

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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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BILLABONG 3 piece lounge suite, in ex cond. Solid timber frames. $580ono. Ph 0437 878 155 BISCUIT Joiner - as new, only used once, in case, with Biscuits.

4997 9375 $95.00.

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For Sale CATTLE 10 in herd, 3 Angus x bulls from 6 years to 4 months. 7 cows hereford x santos. wagu. Price negotiable. Ph 0434 797501 CHISWELL dining setting, dark brown walnut with 2 extensions. 6 chairs (2 carvers). Can seat 10.

Very solid. Good cond. $200ono 0450036552 Classifieds ads@mcnota.com.au

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For Sale CLOTHES dryer Hover 3.5 Heavy duty. As new $120 0417787215 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au CHICKENS Isa brown point of lay $25ea.

Black australorp x point of lay $25ea. White australorp x point of lay $25ea Phone.

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COMPUTER Desk (Keenex Brand). Grey in colour with sliding draw underneath top shelf.

Shelving under shelf for storage. Very compact and on wheels.

W62cm, D53cm, H73cm, VG Cond. $75.

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DARK Brown Leather Lounge with two matching chairs Very Good condition. $550 0427642075 DESK computer corner desk with shelf and f/cab draw & cubboard $20 49847584

CORNER unit, Oregon timber & leadlight glass, H-167cm x D-94cm x L –242cm $100. Old double school desk $100 4997 2302

DINING Table 6 chrs, solid timber, as new, $100. LG front load, washing machine, ex. cond. $60, Ph. 0418413652

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WARDROBE 2 door, with drawers, minor damage $70 49829498

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

WARDROBES Two childrens white wardrobes $50 each.

Call after 6pm 4982 7308 Sal Bay

GAL metal cabinets, pair 2door.Used 4 tool storage 4 shelf ea, adjustable ea 1730ht x 860w $80 ea. Ph 0407275717. SalBay

WESTERN red cedar blinds (x15), varying sizes Fingal Bay 0409154184 $100

FURNITURE House of quality furniture for sale.

49812792 or 0400 772 107 or 0400 468 471.

GOLF Clubs, Cougar Power Cat. Total set with new balls & tees. $350ono 0417221396 GOLF Buggy compact mk2 with umberela holder, harldy used, cost $147, Sell $60. 49843494 JAGUAR Epochlock Model 056/055, hardly used. $50. Phone 0413 052 660

KITE Surfer, Naish.

Kite with harness & directional board.

Used once. $950 Ph 0402290498 LA-Z-BOY Electric Lift/ Recliner Chair As New Green Leather $800 ono Phone 49814057 LOUNGE Two recliners $500. Top condition.

Phone 49813784 OUTDOOR glass top table 6 chairs $50. pickup only 0432092267 PIANOLA ROLLS, many titles old and new. Large $20 each Medium $15 each.

Singles $10 each.

Ring 4997 0051 for list.

PON bags cob corn POA 49978163 POOL table. Threequarter size, slate top 220 long 120 wide, excel cond $1500. 0404477158 KING matteress & split base. As new.

Cost $4500, Sell $850 Ph 0412392164 or 4984 3665 SOFA bed, plush, black, one year old, bed used only once, $300 Ph 0427 204 450 TWO piece King size Base. Brand New. $400 0428450925 Medowie TIFFANY Auto Bread Maker As New 25.00 Phone 0423905520 WALL Unit Solid Timber & Glass 1.85h x 1.68l x .45d. $990 0428450925 Medowie

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WOODEN toys (lge), 8 semi trailers, 3 ride-on rocking horses suit up to age 5, Will sell sep or together Ph 49817297

Items 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 Classifieds ads@mcnota.com.au 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 ITEMS Lounge floral with 2 chairs. Sofa. Single beds. Pine lounge.

Laminate table with 4 chairs 49828522

Camper. Ex Cond.Very little use.Many extras.

Detail on enquiry.

Reduced $10500.

0448237257 JAYCO Discovery new Oct 2011, Pop Top 18’6” D/Bed innerspring Matt R/C A/C Toilet and shower TV Wind up ant 3 way LD Fridge, SOMicrowave Dual Axle extra Battery wind out awning shade cloth.

Immaculate cond. $28,950 Ph (02) 49812753 POP TOP Golf 12 ft. 2 berth, front kit. awnLD+ annex.

SO VG cond.

750kg.

Reg 7/17. $4700ono.

0427633776 Classifieds ads@mcnota.com.au CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Or (02) 4983 2134 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 6HP Evinrude. New impeller, tank, hose, good running older motor, $320 ono 0402141050

Boats

Vehicles

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.

This model renowned for stability & smooth ride. $5,900. Phone 0418611988.

2003 Audi convertable.

Auto. No rego. Runs well.

Damaged interior. $7000 Ph 0412194099

STEGCRRAFT 15 footer, half cabin, runabout.

55hp Evinrude, both reg, $2600 ono. 49971651

TINNY Aluminium, new

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

Vehicles 2000 Toyota Avalon, Gd cond, 248426klms, XTB282 $2800 Phone 0419210848 2001 Hyuand Elantra hatch. 1 lady owner. book & all service recorrs $223800klms 6thm cons rego. Int exec cond. nive to drive. must sell by 28/6. BCD47L $1790 49979551 T/Gdns

2006 Peugeot sports cabriolet NXP07T 11 mths rego 74,000 klms immaculate $9,000 0410454415 2006 Commodore sedan. O No rego. Best LD S offer 49829526 FORD Falcon sedan ‘04 reg to 09/17 4L 2newtyres & neww/ screen. vgood cond.

AA58RN $3999ono Ph 0412334591 HOLDEN Viva Mech A1 auto, cruise control $5700 ono 0419031160 HONDA Legend 1991 Rego 3 Apr. 1 owner. LM-473 $6000 49828782 MAZDA 6 2008 Auto 168000 klms 1 owner great cond log bks.

CL6-0UN $10,500 0419254750

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20FT shipping container good cond, water tight Ph 0418716225

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OWEN DAVID LUKER 25.10.1930 9.7.2009 Sadly missed by all his family -LOVE YOU-

Lost LOST Ladies prescription sunglasses in soft case Tea Gardens waterfront Sunday 21 May Ph 0428712407

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Positions Vacant EXCITING opportunity awaits the right applicant within our Property Management Department. Email your resume to edes@edes.com.au for the opportunity to join our team.

Property Management experience essential.

To Let SHOAL BAY, Secure, Lock up garage. $30 per week 0400 452 788 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au

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TOYOTA Hilux 2002, auto, low klms, alloy tray, ydb517 $8000 ono 0428528325 Classifieds ads@mcnota.com.au

Positions Vacant

21FT Trojan ally hull & trailer only $5500. Ph 0455173316

TOOLS, Fishing 2003 475 Quintrex Gear, Extra Large Coast Runner with 80HP Johnson 4 stroke Eski. 49849456 motor 141 hrs. Many Incls. Log book serv.

Always garaged/Fingal Caravans Bay One owner.

REDUCED: 17’ 6” Golf $23,500 For further Pop Top Van. Tare 1180. info call 0421 253 132 2001. 6mths Rego. $16,000 Ph 49979727 2009 model Quintrex 20ft 560 freedom or 0429433103 cruiser with 135hp mercruiser motor with 2010 Jayco Sterling 340 hrs. Hummingbird 21.65-3 caravan, in sounder plus a heap as new cond, front of accessories plus leather lounge, 190Lt all safety Ogear.

LD Never S Log 2-door fridge, oven, been outside. microwave, water booked serviced. Last December fitler, slide-out queen service bed, full ens incl wash 2016. First to see mach, rollout awn, will buy. $30.000.00 Bulahdelah solar, wineguard arial neg. & TV. Non smoking 0408428800. original owners.

Ready for any CLASSIFIEDS in the advertures. $42,500 News Of The Area Ring 4982 8321 ads@mcnota.com.au Or (02) 4983 2134 2001 Jayco Freedom Pop Top. 15.5ft. L- KAWASAKI 550 Jet shape sgl bds. 3-way fridge. L-shape din- Ski with trailer, Stand ing. 4 burn cook top. up, $800 49971651 batt pack. Alex plug.

Rollout awn. Fnt QUINTREX V-nose boot & toolbox. Tare punt 3.85m 15Hp 1180. Gd cond. Reg Evinrude. Gd Cond.

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General Manager – Central Coast, Hunter and Mid North Coast RSL LifeCare provides care and service to 7,000 senior Australians and employs over 3,000 staff across Residential Aged Care, Retirement Living and Home Care. We are award winning, university affiliated and with a history of over 100 years of caring. This full-time position is a part of the executive team overseeing two nursing homes, four retirement villages and a home care service and will be based in Tea Gardens on the Mid North Coast of New South Wales.

The focus of the position is: • A high standard of senior management and strategic leadership • Managing a broad range of functions including overseeing operational, management, clinical governance, ACFI, retirement living, home care, financial and human resources • Meeting performance targets and objectives • Contributing to the identification, planning and achievement of strategic goals • Budget management • Compliance with high standards of legislative, regulatory, policy, procedural, and reporting requirements • Alignment with the vision and mission of the organisation Desirable Skills and Qualifications: • Proven senior management experience • Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline • Ability to initiate, lead and manage effective change • Proven ability to liaise effectively and work collaboratively with a range of internal and external stakeholders • Leadership capabilities that facilitate high levels of motivation, morale, goal achievement and team work Please send your resume to caroline.coulson@ rsllifecare.org.au Applications Close: Tuesday 4 July 2017.

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Care Service Employees, Casual RSL LifeCare, Tea Gardens Grange is looking for an enthusiastic, energetic and multi skilled person with a passion for the provision of high quality services to senior Australians.

This is a key role working within the village providing a number of services, including but not exclusive to providing immediate first aid response and willing to do overnight on call shifts administrative and cleaning duties.

To be successful the candidate should possess the following: • First Aid Certificate • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Computer literacy • Satisfactory National Criminal History Police Check • Drivers Licence Applications in writing to: The Village Manager, PO Box 307, Tea Gardens NSW 2324 or email: julie.woolard@rsllifecare.org.au Applications close: 10 July 2017

Nursing Staff, Hawks Nest Immediate Start Available – PPT

RSL LifeCare is a leading aged care provider; our investment in caring for Veterans and seniors has led to our growth across New South Wales.

Our residential aged care facility, Peter Sinclair Gardens in Hawks Nest is located in the beautiful Myall Lakes area and currently has permanent parttime positions available Registered Nurses and Care Service Employees for an immediate start.

With constructions complete our new additional 23 beds are now active and we need more team members to join our growing family.

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Registered Nurse Requirements Current registration with APHRA Minimum 2yrs post grad experience Preferred experience in aged care

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CSE Requirements Certificate III in Aged Care or equivalent Preferred experience in aged care Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

If you are confident that you meet the above criteria, please forward your application to Ursula Roberts at ursula.roberts@rsllifecare.org.au

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Sport News Of The Area

BEHIND every local sporting association for our children is a group of volunteers who keep the wheels turning and ensure our youngsters get to play their favourite sport.

Myall Coast Little Athletics Centre (MCLAC) has only just finished its season but its committee is already

in order to have a “must win” against Old Bar Clams at yet another home game to be played at Myall Park this Saturday, kickoff 3.00pm.

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Little Athletics Looking Ahead

By Margie TIERNEY

UNION: Muddies need to train hard this week

looking ahead to the start of the 2017-2018 season.

School visits are being planned with a special representative from Little Athletics NSW on hand to chat with the children and speak of the benefits of getting on the track.

Myall Coast Little Athletics would also like to thank all the volunteers,

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parents and sponsors for their ongoing support.

“A very special thanks to our Major Sponsors, Myall Pharmacy and the Tea Gardens Country Club Motel for their ongoing support over the years and $1500 sponsorships for the 201617 season,” Secretary Melisa Brown said.

“Both of these businesses

are part of the MCLAC family and allow us to keep the centre going.”

“Our Silver sponsors in 2016-17 were Brighter Beginnings and Auroras Chinese Takeaway, both being first time sponsors and boosting our core funding pool with $500 sponsorships.”

MCLAC was also very fortunate to receive a number

of donations throughout the year from Kelly’s Famous Bakehouse with continuous donations of bread for the weekly barbeques, the Anglican Church Parish of Bulahdelah & Tea Gardens donated $500 and Lazy Paddles donated a major prize for the Christmas raffle valued at $400.

The Lioness Club of Tea

Gardens Hawks Nest, made a $2,000 donation following a Myall Coast Entertainers community disbursement, with the funding reserved for the 2017-18 season.

For new or continuing Little Athletes and/or sponsorship pledges, please contact Melisa Brown, MCLAC Secretary, on 0457 671 400.

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INFORMATION FOR MEMBERS AND THEIR GUESTS

HAWKS NEST GOLF CLUB Sanderling Ave, Hawks Nest hawksnestgolfclub.com.au

Contact Courtesy Bus: info: 4997 0145

SUNDAY 23RD JULY tee times from 7.30am to 10am

for bookings contact the pro shop on 4997 0740

Office: 4997 0145 Fax: 4997 1397

MEMBERS DRAW

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WEEKLY RAFFLES Wednesday

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from 6.00pm, Sunday

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