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Life below the water

By Doug CONNOR

q Ian Marriner with his collection of underwater photographs and seascapes from around Nelson Bay.

IAN Marriner has been scuba diving in the Port Stephens region for almost 40 years.

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THE proposed Quarry expansion at Brandy Hill has attracted a new expert opinion report which recommends that the Federal Environment Minister overturn a NSW Government planning approval which will destroy 52 hectares of core koala habitat in Port Stephens.

Port Stephens koalas are under threat from loss of habitat, vehicle strike and dog

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Brandy Hill Koalas Seek 11th Hour Reprieve FROM Page 1 state-wide koala populations.

In the aftermath of the 2019-2020 bush fires the koala population across Australia has been decimated and the survival of the species in the wild is under threat.

NSW Shadow Environment Minister, Kate Washington, told News Of The Area, “This project will sever an East-West koala corridor, reduce known breeding opportunities, and destroy highvalue koala habitat.

“And yet, two months ago it was approved by the NSW Government without a care in the world… It’s unbelievable.”

“It’s inconceivable that this project could be approved on the back of the Black Summer bushfires and in the wake of the recent Parliamentary Inquiry into koala habitat.

“Bulldozing 52 hectares of core koala habitat in an area where there are healthy, breeding

koalas is contrary to every recommendation of the inquiry.

“This is how koalas become extinct.

“Premier Berejiklian and Environment Minister Matt Kean are very fond of photo opportunities and announcements with cute koalas, but when it comes to protecting their habitat, they’re entirely missing in action.

“It’s their land clearing laws that allow reckless projects like this to be approved.

“The Government’s laws are so weak, even their own planning commission wants them strengthened.”

In a rare public comment the Independent Planning Commission in reviewing the Brandy Hill Quarry Expansion project requested that the Berejiklian Government “reevaluate the policy framework under which the impact on koalas

q A healthy koala in Henderson Park at Lemon Tree Passage taking a nap. Photo by Marian Sampson.

is required to be assessed.”

“Thank goodness my community cares about koalas so much that they’ve been prepared to fight for their survival in the face of a government that couldn’t care less,” said Ms Washington.

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Professor Clulow’s report has been sent to the Federal Environment Minister, Sussan Ley, who is now required to assess the project against the Commonwealth’s Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act.

Underwater photographer Ian Marriner displays his collection of there at the back of your mind, locally.

Port Stephens seascapes so it can be very distracting at “We have certainly FROM Page 1 marine life and habitats.

A collection of Ian’s work will be on display at the Artisan Collective throughout September, all of which have a local collection to Port Stephens.

“The work I have on display is all local Port Stephens material. It is a combination of underwater work and local seascapes around Nelson Bay,” said Ian. “I want to showcase the local area. You say underwater

photography and people think of the Great Barrier Reef. I want to show that you don’t need to go there to see some spectacular things, you just need five metres of water ten metres offshore here at Nelson Bay.” Ian said that underwater photography came with its own set of unique challenges.

“A lot of things can happen with the light underwater. We have different pressures, we have everything in the water that we need to deal with, we need to have the diving skills as well.

“Staying alive is always sitting

times, you will suddenly look at your pressure gauge and think I need to get out of here.”

After 40 years of diving, Ian says he is still often caught by the beauty found below local waterways and loves the challenge of capturing it on film.

“You get entranced with some of the things you see down there, you are trying different angles and lighting and composition.

“You can make every day ordinary things look much more artistic.”

Ian said he has seen a lot of changes to ecology and marine life in his four decades of diving

seen the impact of changes in water temperature,” we said.

“We have seen changes in ecology, things like soft corals and sea horses getting rarer and rarer. We are seeing a lot more tropical fish all year round and the migration of tropical fish south.”

For more information on Ian’s work, visit his Facebook page at https://www.facebook. com/underandoverimages.

To learn more about the collection currently on display at the Artisan Collective, visit https://artisancollectiveps.com. au/.

Tick season

By Marian SAMPSON

LIVING in an area with bushland comes with extra hazards, both for people and our furry friends.

As spring comes, so too do ticks and snakes.

Port Stephens local Kerri Rodley removed a tick from a friend this week.

She told News Of The Area, “I had no idea ticks were so tiny and inconspicuous!

“I won’t be letting my dog anywhere near bushland or long grass until the tick season is over as there is no way I would find such a tiny creature in her fur.

“It is amazing that such a tiny creature can kill your four legged best friend!

“Make sure they are on their tick preventative to avoid unnecessary heartache,” she

said While Kerri’s friend has recovered, the tick did make her quite ill.

Ticks can make people and animals very sick, it can be deadly.

NSW Health describes ticks as parasites that feed on animal and human blood.

They occur in humid, moist bushy areas.

They are not very mobile but rely on passing animals to both feed on and transport them.

Ticks are known to inject toxins that cause local irritation or mild irritation, however most tick bites cause little or no symptoms.

Tick borne diseases, tick paralysis and severe

q Kerri Rodley is vigilant for ticks on her dog after finding and removing one from her friend. allergic reactions can pose serious health threats.

Tick-borne diseases occurring along the eastern coastal strip of Australia are Australian Tick Typhus or ‘Spotted Fever’.

Early symptoms of tick paralysis in

people can include rashes, headache, fever, flu-like symptoms, tenderness of lymph nodes, unsteady gait, intolerance to bright light, increased weakness of the limbs and partial facial paralysis.

As the tick engorges on more human blood the

tick paralysis symptoms may intensify including after the tick has been removed.

Tick typhus is treatable with antibiotics, although fatalities have been known to occur.

In some susceptible people tick bite may cause a severe allergic reaction or anaphylactic shock, which can be life threatening.

If swelling of the face and throat causes breathing difficulties, seek urgent medical attention.

Animals with ticks can have wobbly legs, and have difficulty breathing.

Pet owners should remain vigilant and people should consider wearing insect repellent when in bushland and gardens.

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Bushfire season is fast approaching us

By Marian SAMPSON

SPRING heralds a renewal, it also heralds the beginning of the bushfire season.

Many were impacted by the fires last year and many of the fires were started by lightning strike.

There are already bushfires burning in NSW. Local Dennis Peters is Captain of Raymond Terrace Fire and Rescue.

He is reminding locals that with the start of the season so too come restrictions around fires.

Peters told News Of The Area, “As we go into spring, It’s important for residents of Raymond Terrace and Heatherbrae to remember that they are in a Fire & Rescue

NSW district, which means a permit is needed year round from Fire & Rescue.

“Permits for Fire & Rescue districts can only be obtained by contacting Fire & Rescue.

“It is not automatic and you cannot light up unless you have the permit.”

He is encouraging

locals to get ready now for the bushfire season.

Every home should have a bushfire survival plan and the plan should include how you will keep your animals safe.

“Good options instead of burning is to use Council’s free green waste drop off, or put your green

waste into your red bin, where it’s separated by Council at the tip.

“Now is also a good time to start preparing your bushfire survival plan.

“We saw the consequences of not being prepared during the last fire season.”

The devastation of the

q A firefighter working hard to put out a blaze locally. Photo: supplied.

q A bushfire taking hold in Northern NSW last week. Photo by Marian Sampson.

Feeding wild birds

By Marian SAMPSON MANY of us have looked to nature in recent times for relaxation and pleasure.

Some have been enjoying feeding the local wild birds.

However, for our wild birds to stay healthy they need to eat the right foods.

Some are nectar feeders, others eat seeds and some eat bugs and small animals.

Laurence Penman of National Parks told News Of The Area, “We discourage people from feeding wild birds mainly due to health impacts on the birds and nuisance caused to neighbours.”

The NSW Department of

Planning Industry and Environment say, “Generally, it is not okay to feed wildlife.

The moment’s pleasure which you enjoy while watching the birds feed may result in future problems for animals and people.”

Processed seeds, bread and other foods that are not part of an animal’s natural diet can make them very sick.

There is a potential knock on effect where birds that expect to be fed by people can become aggressive, harassing people for food when they are hungry.

Furthermore, handfeeding can result in the transfer of illness both to and from the animal.

Birds fed by people may also lose their ability to forage for natural foods.

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Gardening Australia tells us that while putting out seeds is out; creating a permanent water supply is in.

You can also plant to bring the birds in.

Sustainable Gardening Australia recommends a backyard planted with botanic biodiversity as this is more likely to attract a variety of birds,

2019-2020 bush fires will be remembered for many years.

In NSW the fires which engulfed the state over summer resulted in the deaths of 26 people in NSW, including six firefighters.

More than 5.52 million hectares of land were damaged by the fires and there was huge loss of native fauna.

A total of 2,476 homes were destroyed.

All 76 recommendations from the

bushfire inquiry are being adopted.

“There’s no such thing as being too prepared.

“Download and prepare your bushfire survival plan at www.rfs. nsw.gov.au,” said Peters.

especially if the plants are locally native.

They recommend planting strata layers of vegetation to create a habitat.

The more variety you can provide in the size and selection of plants you grow, the greater the variety of birds and

animals you may see turning up at your place.

Different vegetation levels provide a diverse supply of food, shelter and safe spaces for

birds, so consider a decent mix of ground covers, grasses, shrubs of varying sizes, and a couple of locally native tree species.

q Different species eating from a bird feeder can spread disease and make birds ill. Photo by Marian Sampson.

q Cockatoos nesting in a palm.

Photo by Marian Sampson.

Protect one another.

It only takes one person to spread COVID-19 in the community. Get tested and self-isolate at the first sign of a symptom, so we can limit potential outbreaks.

COVID-19 symptoms include fever, coughing, sore/scratchy throat, shortness of breath and loss of smell or taste.

We have a very low rate of influenza in NSW. You can’t tell whether it’s COVID-19 or the flu without a test.

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A celebration of peace

By Doug CONNOR

An update from Port Stephens Mayor What’s the most important thing about the neighbourhood you live in?

This week we announced our liveability index survey — the first place census in the Hunter region to create a score for each of our neighbourhoods across Port Stephens.

The score will help us to plan for future improvements in health, wellbeing and quality of life in each neighbourhood, creating better spaces and places for the future.

We need your feedback to help shape the future of Port Stephens and to understand what you think is most important about where you live, work and play.

Whether you want improved walkability, more parking, cleaner streets or new places to sit and relax, we want your feedback to make our neighbourhoods an even better place to be.

We are using Place Score technology to help us collect and analyse the data to reveal insights about how each community feels and the differences between suburbs — we know what matters in Karuah might be different to Anna Bay. To get involved, simply complete the five minute survey on our website by Sunday 4 October 2020.

Stay tuned for the results, which we will be sharing later in the year.

Every survey participant also has the chance to win 1 of 10 gift vouchers valued at $100 as thanks for giving your feedback.

Complete the survey at placescore. org/portstephens.

Thank you to those in our community who take part in our community engagement activities — the success of our grant funding and strategic planning is made possible because of you.

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AS a celebration of the International Day of Peace on September 21, Peace is Possible are offering free viewings of the Pace e Bene Campaign Nonviolence conference to interested locals.

Pace e Bene, which translated from Italian means ‘peace and all good’, is an independent organisation formed in 1989 by the Franciscan Friars of California to spread the power of peace and nonviolence.

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, local group Peace is Possible are unable to run their normal International Day of Peace celebrations and decided to offer an online option for locals wanting to learn more about the global peace movement.

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PLASTIC Free Port Stephens, d’Albora Marinas Nelson Bay and Custom Built have partnered together to improve the environment.

Port Stephens Citizen of the Year and Founder of Plastic Free Port Stephens, Alicia Cameron, is excited to see one of the goals for the organisation one step closer to reality.

One of the things identified by Plastic Free Port Stephens as a community priority is to improve the quality of our waterways and reduce plastic waste in them. d’Albora Marinas and Custom Built are on board to install a Seabin.

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“Because of the COVID restrictions on gathering, we have decided to find what we can online,” said group organiser Norman Ainsworth.

“The Pace e Bene conference commemorates the 75th anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing and includes a memorial which took place in America, at the site they developed the atomic bomb.

“We at Peace is Possible decided to offer people the opportunity to see that conference.”

The conference runs for seven hours and features a host of speakers from around the globe on the topics of global peace and nonviolence.

“The conference features some very interesting speakers including Richard Rohr,

a Franciscan with a peace-based community in Albuquerque. He is always very inspiring to listen to but there is a host of excellent speakers.

“The link that is on the invitation allows you to choose what speakers you would like to listen to,“ said Mr Ainsworth.

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Peace is Possible was formed in the Port Stephens area following a trip by Mr Ainsworth and his sister Ronda Odgers to the centenary commemorations of the Battle of Gallipoli, in Canakkale Turkey in 2015.

“We brought back to Port Stephens a gift from the Governor of the Canakkale region of a large six by ten metre banner that had been displayed on a building in the city centre.

“The message carried on the banners is Peace is Possible along with the image of a Turkish soldier carrying a wounded Australian soldier back across the trenches during a cease fire in the Battle of Gallipoli.”

Since 2015 the Peace is Possible banner has been displayed in Nelson Bay, Newcastle, Canberra, Melbourne and Adelaide.

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q Plastic Free Port Stephens committee member Jenny Weingott, d’Albora Marinas Nelson Bay General Manager Adam Kluft and Alicia Cameron founder of Plastic Free Port Stephens. Photo by Marian Sampson. three sponsored Seabins installed in d’Albora Marinas Sydney based marinas where they are

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The Seabin is an Australian invention which essentially is a rubbish bin for the ocean, however they are most successfully installed within marinas where winds and currents naturally push the rubbish.

Seabins are powered by a submersible pump at the bottom of the unit that draws in water, the water passes through a filter, capturing the rubbish as well as oil and fuel.

General Manager at d’Albora Marinas Nelson Bay Adam Kluft told News Of The Area, “For us it is about the sustainability aspect, protecting the waterways and having an ecological plan in place so that it is still here in 100 years time.”

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The marina has committed to match funding for the Seabin and Custom Built has committed to co-funding the first Seabin installation.

This leaves Plastic Free Port Stephens seeking around $7500 to see a second device which skims the water installed in the harbour.

The plan is to have one Seabin near the Fisherman’s Co-operative and the other at the Eastern end of the Marina precinct.

Installation of the Seabin will improve water quality and remove plastics from the Marina area.

Plastic Free Port Stephens have been working on a project to protect the waterways since its inception.

The best thing about the Seabin is that it not only collects the plastic rubbish but collects fuel and oils.

“It is a great way to know what is going on in the waterways.

“It is exciting to have these two supporters on board for the project,” said Alicia Cameron.

Alicia Cameron believes that Seabins will help to set the tone of how we feel about our environment.

Plastic Free Port Stephens hope to see two Seabins fitted in Nelson Bay; one near the Fisherman’s Co-operative and the other near the amenities block on Victoria Parade.

The commitment from these two local businesses will see this become a reality sooner rather than later.

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Combined Probus Club celebrates its 17th year

By Marian SAMPSON

THE Combined Probus Club of Medowie was fortunate to have a function to celebrate the 17th birthday of the club in August.

While the actual birthday was in July, due to Covid-19 restrictions the event was postponed until August.

Kevin Tomlinson of the Combined Probus Club of Medowie told News Of The Area, “Management at

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The Greenhouse at Pacific Dunes were able to comply with the Covid-19 protocols and host the function in their function room.

“The meal was a great 2 course meal followed by the Birthday cake, which was cut by one of the nonagenarian members of the Club, Reg Jones,” he said.

The function provided members the opportunity to celebrate with other

members, without however the ability to mingle.

Members enjoyed the change that the event brought from the previous months of isolation.

The club has also been fortunate to hold their meetings at the Medowie Community Centre, since Port Stephens Council opened the Community Centres with Covid-19 protocols in place and limits on the numbers who may

attend in the larger Hall.

Club meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 10.00 am and retirees and semiretirees are welcome.

The mantra of Probus is Fellowship, Fun and Friendship and particularly in the current situation provides a break from the feeling of isolation.

Any enquiries should be sent via email to medowieprobus@gmail. com. q Club member Reg Jones cutting the club’s 17th birthday cake.

A CRISIS OUT THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR VIOLENCE IN HERE. THERE'S NO PLACE FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

By Doug CONNOR THE Penington Institute has released Australia’s Annual Overdose for 2020, revealing that for a fifth year running, more than 2,000 Australians lost their lives to overdose in a single calendar year.

The report also shows a worrying growth in the number of unintentional overdose deaths from 2004 to 2018.

Between 2004 to 2008, 11 people in Port Stephens died from unintentional overdose.

Between 2014 and 2018, 27 people died from unintentional overdose in the same area.

In the Great Lakes region, which includes the Myall Coast, the numbers rose from 7 to 16 across the two periods.

In Newcastle, the numbers rose from 49 to 85.

Mr John Ryan, CEO of Penington Institute, described unintentional overdose deaths as “Australia’s hidden health crisis.”

“By releasing this Report with the most up-to-date data, we’re looking to start a conversation, bring overdose out of the shadows and ultimately reduce harms,” said Mr Ryan.

“In the five years between 2014 and 2018, there were 85 unintentional overdose deaths in Newcastle. That’s an unacceptably high number – and it’s 85 too many.

“The data is clear: the overdose situation in Newcastle is worsening. People are suffering and dying unnecessarily, and all levels of government and society are not doing enough to keep them safe.”

To read the report visit https://www. penington.org.au/publications/2020overdose-report/.

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No song in the air

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THE Seaside Singers have been singing at large in Port Stephens since 2009.

However the new laws around COVID-19 have put a stop to the choirs’ voices, and there is now no song in the air.

While the songs have stopped, the men and women that are a part of this community group have not stopped spreading their cheer.

Creatives are somewhat left in the dark through COVID-19 so too are those who normally enjoy the entertainment which the creatives bring to our usually culturally vibrant community.

The performers of the Seaside Singers are missing the fun and friendship they gain through rehearsals and performances.

Diana Souter of the Seaside Singers told News Of The Area, “As for your community choir, in Port Stephens we’re no better off.

“All choirs around the world are finding it very tricky to continue with their singing, their voices lacking practice, sadly deteriorating too soon.

“Thank goodness for the internet and amazing programmes, by working together, we still keep in touch.”

For the time being the aim

is to keep the choir together, as well as keeping it’s members’ voices’ sweet.

“As many of our members are quite elderly, it is even more important that they still feel connected and valued.”

Members of the choir are singing at home, as well as telling stories and staying connected via the phone.

“We also are aware of the reluctance of many members to go back to group singing, whilst the virus is still active,” she said.

“This is particularly relevant, given the age of most of our members.”

While the members of the choir wait for a way forward, they are creating a repertoire of songs and stories submitted by members each week.

With songs now available on the internet via the Seaside Singers portal, members can belt out jazz and classical tunes in the privacy of their own homes.

Members are now getting into online Karaoke which is helping them to keep engaged.

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Midnight Clear” song we are rehearsing for services and concerts when we are able to perform again.

“The Seaside Singers are singing together while apart and they have even sent a compilation of songs

we have recorded and photos to members of Port Stephens sister cities’ choirs in Japan,” said Diana.

Healthy writing habits

By Marian SAMPSON

WRITING and keeping a diary is making a comeback during the pandemic.

Dr Peta Murray, a Vice-Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Research Fellow at RMIT University, said diary-keeping is having a resurgence, as people find it helps them in troubled times and it could also help others.

“Diary-keeping was like turning to a trusted friend and pouring your heart out, although in a much more intimate way – there was only you, the pen and the paper.

“But now we’re realising it can be done more casually than that, simply as a way to connect with others by connecting with ourselves.”

For some, a daily post on social media is a modern diary.

Reflective writing also has therapeutic benefits, according to Dr Robyn Moffitt, a Lecturer in Psychology in the School of Health and Biomedical Sciences at RMIT University.

Moffitt’s research has found reflective writing can help women manage their body dissatisfaction.

After participants wrote a brief diary entry encouraging compassion towards themselves, they were found to be more appreciative of their bodies and motivated to improve themselves further.

Moffitt said from a psychological perspective, there’s evidence keeping a diary is a useful way to engage in healthy selfmonitoring of our thoughts, feelings and behaviour.

“Reflecting on past events in our mind can often lead to self-critical

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q Port Stephens Citizen of the Year, Alicia Cameron often ponders before journalling. and unhelpful thinking, or even rumination, which can exacerbate distress.”

“But keeping a diary and writing things down as they happen can provide perspective on the frequency and severity of different events.

“Think of it like discovering an old memory, forgotten clues from your past self that could help you through current challenges,” she said.

Local coach Alicia Cameron told News Of The Area, “The best thing is it is an exchange of energy and takes things out of your head and puts it onto paper.

“You can ponder or write a gratitude journal.

“Most people know what they don’t want, but only a few take time to find what they do: journaling takes the time to think about what you do want to bring clarity and changes your brain waves, taking you into an inspirational and aspirational mind.

“Putting your goals on paper makes you five times more likely to achieve them - it creates accountability,” she said.

Fiona Brown of Youtopia said, “Journaling is such a valuable tool and one that I use regularly with my clients.

“It is a wonderful tool for making clear what is otherwise a random mess of thoughts swimming around in your head. “Journaling can only be done in the present moment which allows you to tap into what is real for you right now, bringing a much clearer perspective rather than trying to recall the past which naturally changes over time through the filters of our mind.

“It is the perfect tool for reducing overwhelm and helping create a positive future,” she said.

So if you are looking to destress, create clarity or feel better about your situation perhaps trying using a diary or journal is a step in the right direction for you.

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Volunteers and Hunter Local Land Services clear marine debris from Hunter Estuary

By Doug CONNOR HARDWORKING volunteers are continuing to clear marine debris from the north channel area of the Hunter Estuary near Tomago.

Hunter Local Land Services volunteers have turned out in numbers to don their Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and wade out into the mangroves in search of rubbish.

The group is assisted by not-for-profit contractor Clean 4 Shore, who provide a barge and safely dispose of the collected waste at the end of the day.

“Volunteers arrive and get dressed up in PPE wetsuit, wetsuit boots, life jacket, high vis, hats and glasses. We board the barge and motor up the river to places we have pre-surveyed and we know there will be rubbish,” said Alissa Rogers, Land Services Officer, Volunteer Program.

“We unload and head into the mangroves. Usually within about 50 metres from the shoreline, there is floating debris. It is either glass or plastic bottles, polystyrene boxes, and some odd bits and pieces from industry, tyres,

and all sorts of weird and wonderful treasures.”

The first three debris collection events collected more than nine tonnes of waste from just a 3.5km stretch of mangroves.

One event alone in August saw 18 volunteers remove 3780 plastic bottles, 2970 glass bottles included in 135 very full bags weighing 2.08 tonne.

Ms Rogers said that the mangroves were vital to the overall health of the estuary.

“The mangroves are a keystone species as they provide a habitat for fish breeding and act as a natural filter.

“Everything that is running down the Hunter about to go into the sea can be collected in these mangroves. That includes sediment but of course this rubbish as well.

“The mangroves are doing an amazing job doing what they do naturally but if we continue to remove the plastics and glasses out of the filter system it will help greatly.”

Ms Rogers said the events were part of a much bigger project to maintain the region’s waterways.

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“It all started on the first Clean Up Australia Day over 30 years ago, the volunteers have been trudging through the mangroves picking up rubbish ever since.

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reducing the source of the litter and hopefully down where we are there will be less to pick up in the future.”

Further debris removal events are planned for

Thursday 10 and Thursday 24 September. To get involved contact Alissa Rogers on 0400 995 360.

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q Alissa and the team collecting debris from the estuary.

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SPRING INTO LISTING “Given the chaos of the past few months, how is the Spring selling season shaping up?”

WHILE Spring has always been the marquee listing season, this Spring is definitely shaping up to be one of the strongest yet. The Covid19 period invigorated winter sales as urban buyers made lifestyle changes that included tree/sea changes to our wonderful region. The result was a lengthy run of sales across all sectors – residential, rural lifestyle, investor and vacant land.

So, with a buoyant market and more buyers than listings and therefore less competition, the market is expected to remain extremely strong. If your question relates to your personal circumstances and you’re pondering the merits of selling in the coming months, I’m happy to reassure you that this Spring looks like being a bumper season. And of course, our R&R Teams are here to assist with everything from a no-cost, obligation-free market appraisal, right through to taking your photo as you proudly place a SOLD sticker across your R&R Property’s For Sale signboard!

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Panthers Rugby League generous donation

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Hi there, I would like to submit a photo/ story supporting Club Lemon Tree and their generous donation to local rugby league during this time. When all business are doing it tough - they still found the money to support sport on the Tilligerry. Sporting clubs like Mallabula Panthers are only financial and operate on community money, by business donations and

public supporting canteens on game days.

On the last home game for the U17’s, Ladies Tag and Mens, the President of Club Lemon Tree, (Kevin Coleman) and the Gordon Laffan the CEO came to the game and presented a cheque for $6000.

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Even though my daughter has moved to Sydney and is in a new relationship, her former boyfriend, a uni student, still comes around for dinner at least two nights a week.

I haven’t told her because it seems sort of odd, but I don’t know how to say anything to him without hurting his feelings.

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Dear Mrs KC, I feel that this boyfriend – I’m going to call him Jasper – I feel Jasper can smell your kindness in the same way that he can smell your veal parmigiana with scalloped potatoes, julienned carrots, crisp beans and a baked cheesecake topped with drizzled lemon curd and berries for dessert.

Uni students don’t have a lot of spare cash, and I reckon Jasper has factored you in to his weekly budget that goes something like this: Three nights a week as a Pizza Deliverer plus my student loan plus the money I got for Christmas plus two nights a week at Mrs KC’s house for dinner minus share accommodation costs, petrol, uni books, parking fees, drinking money and six packets of two-minute noodles equals an accruing debt that I may be able to pay off by the time I’m 28. Without Mrs KC, I’ll be at least 30.

Of course, I don’t doubt that you also have a very engaging personality, Mrs KC, and look, if you enjoy Jasper’s company and it isn’t inconvenient to cook for one more (particularly now your daughter has flown the coop), then I don’t see a problem with it. I would, however, tell her about this arrangement before she drops in for a surprise visit and sees his clapped out 1999 Mitsubishi Magna in the driveway. PS: If Jasper starts to bring his washing as well, all deals are off.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

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Messages of hope

and staff have some lovely handmade cards that can be collected for your next message of hope.

November was inspired to do something after finding the weekly postcards that she had sent her mother, were kept close to her bed in chronological order.

The way her mum had kept the cards and letters showed November that these simple letters that had arrived in the mail had enhanced her mother’s life.

Given the strict lockdowns and difficulties that residents in nursing homes are enduring through the pandemic, November wanted to do something similar for them.

There are 1600 residents waiting for our messages.

Some of the local schools are on board, with students from year six upwards

By Marian SAMPSON

ONE local is on a mission to connect with the Port’s elderly during the COVID-19 crisis.

November Sheehan has created a way for all of us to enhance the connection that residents in our nursing homes have with the wider community.

Pen Pals is a simple way for us to send a message or an uplifting story to residents that have been missing visits from families.

Anyone can get involved.

It is simple, write a letter, a story or some words of hope for the residents and drop it in one of the Pen Pals boxes around the region.

Port Stephens Libraries have boxes in the branches

q November Sheehan at the Corlette Store Pen Pals drop box.

Photo by Marian Sampson.

contributing to the project.

November has developed packs for schools and community groups.

Local artists have been donating cards, and businesses like Corlette Store are hosting the Pen Pals boxes to help get the letters to those in need.

November Sheehan told News Of The Area, “I wanted to involve the whole community, with something that you can do simply.

“Write a letter about a holiday, or a positive story to share.”

She believes that doing something positive for others, helps all of us to build our resilience and mental health.

Going into the businesses to drop off cards, may also prompt people to buy something in a local business while they are

Indigenous Round Celebrated

By Mitch LEES

ON a cracking Saturday morning 18 Port Stephens women donned a special guernsey to celebrate Indigenous round at Dick Burwell Oval, Nelson Bay against the Wyong Magpies.

This season saw the Nelson Bay Marlins join forces with the Medowie based Port Stephens Power AFL club in a joint venture called Power Marlins.

Both teams would have been unable to field a team but thankfully were able to form a positive union through 2020’s challenges.

It was also feared that COVID-19 would prevent the Indigenous round from coming to fruition, but thanks to some hard working volunteers all were able to celebrate.

The day began with a Welcome to Country which was delivered by Jemma Astley, a proud local Indigenous woman, with the team slow to start against the Maggies as the whistle sounded.

The goals have been difficult to come by in previous starts for the Power Marlins, but this weekend saw a

change in belief.

The first quarter saw the Power Marlins slot a goal in the early stages as the Maggies applied plenty of pressure on the ball.

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A quick rev-up at halftime by the coaching staff recharged the Power Marlin women to make Wyong work a lot harder for the goals and shut down the easy passages

home four goals with the Power Marlins grabbing one consolation 6-pointer.

The final score was Wyong 10.12-72 defeating the Power Marlins 3.0-18.

This Saturday the Power Marlin women are at home at Ferodale Oval, Medowie at

SPORT 11am.

The day is to support victims of domestic violence and with one in four women being victims there is indeed no excuse for abuse in today’s society.

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It worked as the Power Marlins were able to subdue the fast moving Maggies’ play on the wings with both teams held to a major each.

It was a valiant effort, but wasn’t enough for the final term as Wyong belted

there.

November said that some of the responses have been heart wrenching.

“I was blue this morning and this has lifted me so high, I am keeping the letter next to my bed and I look at it daily,” said one letter recipient.

“I don’t want anyone to leave without knowing that someone cared,” November said.

You can help to make a difference in the lives of the elderly living within Port Stephens nursing homes by writing a letter or card and dropping it off.

There is a list of all the Pen Pals drop off boxes on the Pen Pals Facebook page.

November believes that something beautiful should be part of every person’s day.

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Ferry service named top attraction Choice Winner a Port Stephens suprise

By Ashley CHRYSLER BAY Ferry Tours has been selected as a 2020 Travellers’ Choice Winner by Tripadvisor.

Teresa Charchalis, Director at Bay Ferry Tours, said that it was a surprise and pleasure for their little ferry service to be considered in the top 10 per cent of attractions worldwide on Tripadvisor.

“Since we took over operating the ferries in December 2018, we have worked hard to improve every aspect of our customer’s experience.”

“Really, it comes down

to our crew and how they manage each journey,” said Ms Charchalis.

“We carry a lot of first time visitors to Nelson Bay and Tea Gardens, as well as locals who are travelling for errands or just wanting to showcase our beautiful waterways to family and friends.”

“We aim to make that experience, whatever it is, as enjoyable as possible.”

The ferry service, which runs every day between Nelson Bay and Tea Gardens, offers an hour of captivating scenery and almost guaranteed dolphin sightings.

“The award is also a big tip of the hat to all the wonderful restaurants, cafes and tour operators in Tea Gardens and Nelson Bay,” Ms Charchalis continued.

“We’re just one little part of a bigger picture.”

“We love that we can work with everyone to build something that contributes positively to the local economy.”

The Tripadvisor award is based on customer reviews and ratings from travellers around the world, with the top 10 per cent ranked in an exclusive worldwide group.

q Shane Herrmann, co-owner of Bay Ferry Tours, and his son, Bryce Herrmann-Real.

Red Cross Trauma Teddy Time

By Sandra MURRAY

PAM Richardson has stitched love into all 14 of her Red Cross Trauma Teddies. q Volunteer Pam Richardson with her bright hand-crafted (knitted, stuffed, sewn together and labelled) Trauma Teddies has a final hug before donating them to children through the Tea Gardens Red Cross.

Janet Baker, President of our local Red Cross, thanked Pam, stating, “It is a pleasure to thank Pam for the fourteen wonderful Trauma Teddies.

They will all be used at our local Ambulance and Medical Centres to help and be loved by children under stress.”

The Australian Red Cross has distributed around 1 million trauma teddies to children since 1990.

Both making and donating them provides comfort and helps take people’s minds off their worries.

Janet told News Of The Area, that the local Red Cross had a really wonderful response to their recent winter call for warm wooly donations.

“We donated 295 scarves, gloves and rugs to

the homeless in Newcastle, warming their winter. We also have three more knitted rugs in progress. The Red Cross thanks so many locals for being so kind and generous.”

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Nelson Bay Golf Club Results Short shoots long!

30 August to 05 September 2020 Results Round Up:

Sunday 30 August: Ladies Stableford: Div 1: Karen West 39, Jenny Hazer 38; Div 2: Carol Gilmour 40 c/b, Jennie Punshon 40.

Mens Stableford: A Grade: Steve Conrades 41 c/b, Laurie Wilson 41; B Grade: Alan Drake 38 c/b, Chris Norman 38; C Grade: Ian Pfennigwerth 37, Neil Goudge 36.

Monday 31 August: Vets: Div 1: Winner: Chris

Gilbert 26 Runner-up: Peter Campbell 21c/b.

Div 2: Winner: Peter McBean 26, Runner-Up: Bruce Gibbons 23 c/b.

Tuesday 01 September: Wednesday 02 September: Mens 2 Person Ambrose: C1 Winners: Ray Wright and Richard Bates 63.25; Runners-up: Peter Sutton and Bruce Bews 63.50.

Mens 2 Person Ambrose: C2 Winners: Penton Sutcliffe and Alan Wilder 61.00; Runners-up: Graham Childs and

Dennis Knight 61.75.

Mens Stableford: Overall: Glen Arndell (21) 33, Allan Milne (31) 31.

Thursday 03 September: Ladies Teams 1,2,3 Stableford: 1st: Pat Hawkins c/b 90, 2nd: Margot Phegan c/b 90, 3rd: Cara Frires c/b 90.

Mens Stableford: Overall: Peter Campbell 34.

Vets Stableford Winner: John Stuhmcke 26, Runner-Up: Laurie Chambers 23.

Friday 04 September: No results

Saturday 05 September: Ladies Stableford: Overall: Julie Newsham 40, Jeannie Punshon 39; Mens Stableford: Overall: Jack Norton 36, Marc Pisani 35. 2 Person Multiplier Stableford: Course 1: 1.

Rod Totman, Mark Barden 81; 2. Greg Spake, Gary Walker 79; 3. Mark Woods, Tony Ginty 78; 2 Person Multiplier Stableford: Course 2: 1. Tino Rossi, David Hurley 91; 2. Richard Graystone, Lee Barrett 87; 3. Ian Faulkner, Phil Murray 86.

Tilligerry Social Golf Club

Tilligerry Social Golf Club results for 4/9/20.

Outright winners: Peter Hill and Ron Dews 68 c/b

Runners up: Barry Disch and Graham Harris 68 c/b

Ball winners: John McDonald and Darrell Caddy 67, Barry Gale and Ron McKay 65, Barry Disch and Alan Lloyd 64, Adam Cowie and Brian Riddell 61.

Bradman Award: Ed Martin and Bryan Porter.

Lucky number 33.

Bob West.

No ladies 9 hole competition.

There were 19 starters.

Congratulations to all the winners.

Next game 11 September

Single Stableford Eclectic.

Jai Kumar Trophy Winners: Peter Hill & Ron Dews 131 Runners up: Barry Gale and Ron McKay 130

Tony Short aces par three making it his fifth hole-inone from the tee!

By Mitch LEES

TONY Short may be looking into a name change after acing the 5th Hole, a Par 3, at Nelson Bay Golf Club during competition play last Wednesday.

Short sent it long off the tee to hit the dancefloor where his ball bounced and found the pin to make it his fifth hole-in-one of his amateur golfing career.

Not only has Tony nailed his fair share of aces in his time, but he’s also fired off a couple of Albatrosses (which are recording only two shots

off the massive par 5 holes) as well!

Tony recommends keeping a level head over the ball and ensuring a firm grip on your driver.

“The secret? Keep your bloody head down!” said Tony.

It’s believed the Milky Bars were on Tony at the 19th with no new car on offer from the Golf Club for his efforts.

“My wife thinks a golf round still takes 6 hours,” laughed Tony.

“Then again we’ve been married so long she can’t wait for me to play!”

The Medowie Marauders cork Reds running rugby to take the spoils!

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a drop as they rumbled through Marauder territory with multiple phase play and with the Boyd Oval locals backstepping Pokolbin’s backs put together a slick try to lead 7 zip after three minutes.

The Medowie men were rattled but stayed composed as Captain Eric Tolhurst took matters into his own hands off the back off some strong forwards styled rugby to go over the chalk at the 15th minute mark.

The kick successfully saw the score leveled at 7 a piece and the Marauders could smell the claret as they steadied for a resurgence.

The Marauders continued to rally as Zion Takarua, Lex Takarua and Daniel Collins lead their charge through enemy lines belting the Reds defences and clearing the way for the backs.

Winger Brody Morley saw daylight and steamed through the packs to place the pill over the line which gave Medowie the lead 14 to 7.

It wasn’t the Reds day as Medowie’s fly-half Jessey Bridge pinched a wayward pass out of the air from the second term kick-off racing 60 metres for an untouched meat pie to extend the lead 19 to 7.

It was all done and dusted for the Reds with the clock against them and when Jordan Byfield bulldozed several Pokolbin defenders close to the line for another major the day was done.

The score 26 to 7 at

the whistle with both teams coming together in the spirit of the game to break bread and crush aluminum.

Marauders Coach Tim Lancaster praised his troops highly in their efforts.

“I was very impressed with the dedication, focus and resilience of our entire squad,” said Lancaster.

“Our defence was also impressive and is allowing us to close out a lot more of those tight matches this season.”

Man of the match went to winger Brody Morley who picked up a great try and was phenomenal with his attack, communication and defence.

Medowie take on Waratah away at Waratah Oval this Saturday.

Kick-off at 3pm.

q Jessey Bridge on the fly against the Reds in open play.

Photo courtesy of Medowie Rugby.

q Marauders lock Lex Takarua reaches for the heavens above Pokolbin to claim another lineout ball. Photo courtesy of Medowie Rugby.

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q The Marauders front row in Daniel Collins, Sam Holbert and Zion Takarua were solid at scrum time. Photo courtesy of Medowie Rugby.

Marauders down Reds

By Mitch LEES THE

Medowie

Marauders

have corked the Pokolbin Reds flowing style of rugby to notch up another victory

at Boyd Oval last Saturday winning 26 to 7.

It was a slow burn for the

Marauders from the kickoff as the ball failed to hit the required 10-metre mark

which gave the big Pokolobin pack a crack at a scrum on halfway.

The

Reds

didn’t

spill

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