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By Tara CAMPBELL MARINE Rescue Lemon Tree Passage was visited on Sunday 19 June by the Hon Steph Cooke, Minister for Emergency Services and Resilience and Minister for Flood Recovery.

The Minster met with members and was also present for the unveiling of a Community Engagement Trailer which will be used by Marine Rescue Lemon Tree Passage for local events and boating education.

Minister Cooke was shown the vessel LT30 and the local waterways.

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Rural Economic Development planning proposal endorsed by Council

FROM Page 1 planning proposal, councillors unanimously decided to endorse the amendments to the plan.

The planning proposal seeks to amend the Local Environment Plan to enable economic development in rural areas.

Brock Lamont, Port Stephens Council Strategy and Environment Section Manager, said that the amendments aim to facilitate a variety of tourist and visitor land uses that complement and promote a stronger rural sector appropriate for the area.

“It aims to make business growth easier, support tourism development and the attraction of events in Port Stephens by permitting additional uses in the RU1 Primary Production and RU2 Rural Landscape zones,” Mr

Lamont said.

“The planning proposal is responding to the Port Stephens Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS), adopted in July 2020.

“The planning proposal will give effect to actions 3.2, 3.3 and 9.2 in the LSPS, to facilitate land uses that can support the tourist and visitor economy, including enabling farm gate sales, and to review local plans to encourage niche commercial, tourist and recreation activities that complement and promote agricultural industries” Notable amendments include: • Amend the RU1 Primary Production Land Use Table to permit consent to Artisan food and drink industries, Charter and tourism boating

facilities, Recreation facilities (outdoor), Research stations, Rural supplies and Secondary dwellings and prohibit General industry and Heavy Industry uses • Amend the RU2 Rural Landscape Land Use Table to permit consent to Artisan food and drink industries, Charter and tourism boating facilities, Function centres, Garden centres, High technology industries, Recreation facilities (indoor), Recreation facilities (major), Research stations, Restaurants and cafes, Rural supplies and Secondary dwellings - the proposal will also explicitly prohibit General industry and Heavy industry • Allow Home Businesses to have a maximum floor area

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charcoal barbecues inside for warmth.

This can cause a build-up of Carbon Monoxide gas leading to tragic consequences.

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Be Safe Not Sorry Fire and Rescue NSW wishes to remind all residents to Be Safe, Not Sorry.

Launching this year’s fire safety campaign, ‘Be Safe, Not Sorry’, the reminder to check house smoke alarms is more prominent than ever.

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Raymond Terrace Fire On 16 June, local Fire Units were called to a house fire in Raymond Terrace.

On arrival, the crew entered the unoccupied house to find a pot that was accidentally left on the stove.

As partners in the Regional Joint Library Agreement, Port Stephens Libraries responded during the COVID-19 crisis with community support, which included suspension of library overdue fines from April 2020 to September 2021 inclusive.

Following the recent Council meeting on 14 June, councillors unanimously supported a feefree approach for the region’s libraries.

In late 2021, the City of Newcastle submitted a proposal to adopt a permanent fines free model for overdue library items, which their Executive endorsed.

Tammy Gutsche, Council’s Community Services Section Manager, said that this approach is consistent with worldwide trends in the library industry to remove punitive barriers to participation.

“Research identifies that the cost of administering the collection of fines is often equal to or more than the revenue.

“An increasing number of Australian and overseas libraries are recognising that fines often act as a barrier to many people utilising the full-service benefits that libraries offer, and can have significant financial implications,

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q Raymond Terrace Fire & Rescue Brigade working to extinguish a fire this week. Photo: Raymond Terrace Fire & Rescue.

The Brigades worked quickly to extinguish the fire, however there was structural damage to the kitchen wall, in the roof space, ceiling and some smoke damage.

particularly to those on fixed or low incomes.

“Research shows that instead of encouraging the prompt return of library items, being penalised financially for overdue items can discourage people from returning to the library altogether,” Ms Gutsche said.

A report by the peak body for Australian libraries, the Australian Library and Information Association, supported the removal of overdue fines citing that Library fines undermine one of the core principles of public libraries - the provision of free and universal

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By Tara CAMPBELL PORT Stephens Libraries have waived their fees for overdue fines.

of 200sqm instead of 50sqm in the RU1 Primary Production and RU2 Rural Landscape zones • Allow Home Industries to have a maximum floor area of 200sqm instead of 50sqm in the RU1 Primary Production and RU2 Rural Landscape zones • Increase the maximum number of bedrooms for Farm Stay Accommodation from six to twelve • Amend the Land and Environment Plan to restrict the total floor area of secondary dwellings in rural zones to 100sqm or 40 percent of the total floor area of the principal dwelling The planning proposal will now be endorsed to the Department of Planning and Environment, requesting they exercise Council’s plan by using their authority to make the amendments.

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access to information and the people who can least afford to pay fines are often the ones who need the library service the most.

Analysis conducted by Newcastle and Port Stephens libraries has also demonstrated that the cost of collecting overdue fines is greater than the revenue received.

“With the City of Newcastle moving to a ‘Fines Free’ approach across the Regional Library Service, there is no longer a requirement for Port Stephens library staff to reduce or waive overdue charges as these will now be non-existent,” Ms Gutsche said.

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Draft Community and Engagement Strategy

By Tara CAMPBELL

FOLLOWING the recent Port Stephens Council meeting on 14 June, Council is seeking feedback on the draft Communication and Engagement Strategy.

The Strategy reflects Council’s commitment to inform and improve community awareness of programs, activities and services.

Janelle Gardner, Council’s Communications Section Manager, said the Strategy shows Council’s commitment

to listening to the community and using their ideas to help shape the future direction of Port Stephens.

“Over the past two years, a fundamental shift has occurred in the approach to public sector communications and engagement.

“Social media has increased the expectations around communications as a conversation and, more recently, the impacts of COVID-19 have heightened the community’s awareness of what’s important to them and created a greater desire

to engage in the planning for their place.

“Communication and engagement are directly linked to the liveability and wellbeing of the community and by listening to the community, respecting their values and providing genuine opportunities for engagement, Council can create a greater sense of community ownership and ultimately, improve the delivery of Council services to become aligned to community needs,” Ms Gardner said.

Highlights of the

Communication & Engagement Strategy 20222027 include: · Ensuring diverse engagement opportunities enabling time for considered thought and contribution. · Community input into design of engagement planning. · Continued investment in the growth and improvement of Council’s website. · Building on the use of social media.

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· Maximising use of live streaming and video.

“This Communication and Engagement Strategy creates a blueprint for successful and meaningful communications and engagement, reflecting our organisation’s commitment to genuinely involve and engage with the community it serves.

“The Strategy will help create a consultative culture, embracing conversations where information is shared, and feedback encouraged to nurture a relationship built on transparency and trust.

“The Strategy reflects Council’s commitment to not only inform and improve community awareness of programs, activities and services, but also commit to listen and create open channels of communication for meaningful dialogue, idea generation and big thinking to help shape our future direction,” Ms Gardner said.

The documents are currently on exhibition through to 5pm on 15 July 2022 and all community members are encouraged to share their thoughts on the Strategy and complete the online survey at pscouncil. info/public-exhibitions

q The port as viewed from the Inner Light Lighthouse. Photo: Marian Sampson.

q Erosion is a real issue around the port areas like the one shown at Dutchman’s Beach are common. Photo: Marian Sampson.

By Marian SAMPSON ECONETWORK Port Stephens Sustainable Futures Festival, in partnership with the Marine Parks Association, invites you to two film nights at the Nelson Bay Cinema.

OCEAN, short films and discussion, is the first event on Wednesday, 29 June.

Iain Watt, President of EcoNetwork Port Stephens and Vice President of the Marine Parks Association Port Stephens told News Of The Area, “This is a free showing of short films about the ocean with discussions about the sustainability of our sea and future of our magnificent marine park.”

This film is hosted in conjunction with the Australian Marine Conservation Society.

Entry is free but you

must book a ticket to manage numbers at www.bit.ly/ Short-Ocean-Films.

The second film is RIVER,

GLASS, rubber tyres and old asphalt are just some of the waste materials diverted from landfill to road construction as Port Stephens Council drives resource recovery to help reach its carbon neutrality goal by 2025 As the first sustainable asphalt project in the LGA, Port Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer says making the most of what we’ve got and embracing the circular economy is a no brainer for Council.

“We’ll be trialling circular economy asphalt that incorporates recycled

materials for the construction of Salamander Way, Salamander Bay and includes building 267 metres of road with works scheduled to start in June this year,” Mr Palmer said.

“Reusing materials instead of paying to send them to landfill makes sense both environmentally and financially.

“There’s direct benefits beyond diverting waste from landfill including reducing our reliance on quarry products, which are a finite resource.

“Roads built with this

a breathtaking and musical odyssey, which explores the intrinsic relationship between humans and our

rivers over millennia.

This internationally acclaimed film will be shown on Thursday 28 July.

EcoNetwork is honoured to have a short local perspective presented, linking the Karuah and Myall

Rivers with our estuary, courtesy of the Marine Parks Association.

The cost is $20, includes a free drink, popcorn or choc-top from the candy bar, and will help raise funds for festival speakers.

For more information and to book tickets go to www.bit.ly/River-SFF. For more information about the Sustainable Futures Festival go to www.econetworkps.org/ sustainable-futures/.

combination of asphalt and recycled materials have proven to be more flexible and durable meaning they are staying in better condition for longer.

“We anticipate the same results in Port Stephens which means we’ll be able to stretch our limited road budget further.

“We’ve also ensured we’re using a local supplier of the materials – not only enhancing the local economy but also reducing carbon emissions with the reduced haulage distance,” he added.

According to the Port Stephens draft Community Strategic Plan 2022 – 2032 being presented at the Council meeting on 28 June, ensuring the Port Stephens environment is clean, green, protected and enhanced is a key focus area for the next decade.

Group Manager, Facilities and Services, Greg Kable says the circular economy initiatives are going to transform the way we operate over the next ten years, and we have to keep pace with what is happening around us.

“We need to use our resources sustainably, efficiently and equitably and this project is a great example of doing just that – and there’ll be more to come,” Mr Kable said.

“The Salamander Way project will incorporate, 57,917 waste glass bottle equivalents, 83 tonnes of recycled asphalt and crumb rubber from 758 end-of-life tyres with the reduction in CO2e of 8,865 kg compared to using virgin materials.

“It will save the use of 8.8 tonnes of bitumen, 78.8

tonnes of crushed aggregates, and 10.4 tonnes of natural sand.

“The benefits continue long after the road is built, with the circular economy asphalt 100 percents recyclable at the end of its first life.

“This means it is a truly sustainable solution for recycling waste,” he added.

This project is partly funded by the NSW Environment Protection Authority, from the waste levy.

Port Stephens on the road to being carbon neutral

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Parks and Roadside Memorials

By Tara CAMPBELL

PORT Stephens Council has revised its Parks and Roadside Memorials policy.

John Maretich, Council’s Asset Section Manager, said the purpose of the policy is to “provide a framework that documents Council’s position on memorials such as crosses, plaques and the placement of tributary items such as flowers, cards

and photographs erected on roadsides, as well as memorials such as seats, plantings and plaques within parks”.

“Council does receive requests from individuals or organisations for the installation of memorial plaques or for the donation of park furniture or the planting of trees in memory of a deceased person/s,” Mr Maretich said.

According to the Port Stephens Council, the policy has been enacted a number of times in the assessment of new and existing memorials and has also been used for relocation, removal and the downsizing of a number of memorials in or on road reserves in a number of locations - all with positive outcomes for Council and the families involved.

The policy review now

ensures that Council officers recognise the deep emotions attached to memorials, providing a framework to be sensitive in dealing with issues regarding to the location of memorials - allowing for a period of mourning and avoidance of anniversaries and birthdays when making contact with families in relation to downsizing, relocations or removals.

Council shall also provide consistent information on the placement, modification, relocation or removal of memorials, whilst also limiting Council’s exposure to the potential road safety and public liability risks.

“Council has an obligation to ensure that items within our parks and road reserves are installed safely and the memorials do not place the public in danger.

“It should be noted that Council does not encourage the placement of memorials within the road reserve.

“While the memorial object and the act of placing a memorial within the road reserve can be considered a risk, this policy does recognise the social and community benefit of memorials if undertaken as per the attached guidelines in the policy,” Mr Maretich said.

The policy will now be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days.

Co-Op Buying One Way To Reduce Cost Of Living Pressures

q Kassi Dinham with a box of in-season produce which is available through the co-operative buying system. Photo: Marian Sampson.

By Marian SAMPSON

INTEREST rate rises and cost of living pressures can be combatted by smart shopping.

The Reserve Bank Of Australia is forecasting inflation rates will continue to rise which will see further increases in interest rates.

Of course this is bad news for those with mortgages, and credit card debt.

Self funded retirees will however see an increase of interest rates paid on savings but whether this will balance out the hit which the stock market has taken in the past week is doubtful.

When it comes to making the most of the household budget, buying what is in season or on special is one way to reduce the cost of fresh fruit and vegetables.

Another is to shop around and buy the lowest price from

the three major supermarkets and independent fruit and vegetable vendors or even buying at a weekly produce market if there is one located near to your home.

Perhaps one of the simplest ways to get the best buys that some may not yet have considered is buying what is in season is to join a co-operative buying scheme.

Bay local Kassi Dinham is a co-operative member of Box Divvy, where the community comes together and buys a weekly ‘box’ of in-season fruit and vegetables.

Members of the cooperative get to choose what they want in their box which can be as much or as little as they need to feed their family.

Through the buying power of the many savings on produce can be made.

Kassi Dinham told News Of The Area, “You can save up to 40 percent on the cost

of fresh fruit and vegetables by buying through the co-operative.”

Participating in a modern co-

Probus Club Of Tilligerry

By Marian SAMPSON

THE Probus Club Of Tilligerry is a group of active and lively retirees.

The group meets once a month and enjoys outings and trips throughout the year.

Lyn Chamberlain of the Probus Club of Tilligerry told News Of The

Area, “We have around 35 members attend each meeting from our membership of 47.”

The group is about to enjoy an outing for Christmas in July on the Central Coast, and regularly enjoys picnics, movie days and bowling outings.

Members carpool to ensure

operative is a bit like ordering your groceries online and you can either click and collect or have the box of fresh

everyone has access to all the fun activities.

“At Probus we are basically a group who come together and have fun enjoying life.”

The group enjoys their monthly meetings at Lemon Tree Passage Bowling Club.

The club was first formed in

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1985 and is still going strong - not even a pandemic could stop these retirees from staying connected.

“We go on trips - next week we are going to Newcastle and we do an annual bus trip away,” said Lyn Chamberlain.

Everyone is welcome to join Probus and you can attend three

meetings to see if the group is a good fit for you and your lifestyle.

The Tilligerry Peninsula Combined Probus Club meets on the second Monday of each month at 10.15am at Club Lemon Tree, Gould Drive, Lemon Tree Passage.

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Support For Women In Business

By Marian SAMPSON

WOMEN in small business will have access to free TAFE courses and professional advice thanks to $15 million over the next four years in the 2022-23 NSW Budget.

Port Stephens women will be able to access these courses through the TAFE Connected Learning Centre at Salamander Bay. There is also funding in the package for local networking events for women.

Treasurer Matt Kean said more than 95 percent of businesses in NSW were small businesses, however only a third of these businesses are run by women.

“Many people dream of owning their own business, however we know that cultural and structural barriers like access to professional networks and capital can hold women back from taking the leap,” Mr Kean said.

“The NSW Budget is focused on giving women more opportunities for their future.

“That’s why we’re investing $15 million to help women translate their business ideas into reality.”

Minister for Women Bronnie Taylor said the investment is another example of the NSW Government supporting women-led small businesses.

“From Ballina to Braidwood and everywhere

in between, this package empowers women to start and grow their businesses, because we know when women succeed, NSW succeeds,” Mrs Taylor said.

Minister for Skills and Training Alister Henskens said the fee-free TAFE courses will give women in small business access to a wide range of online learning topics and webinars, which can be studied anywhere, any time.

“The Women in Business TAFE program will provide women in every corner of NSW with access to fee-free online training on how to start or build a business,” Mr Henskens said.

“More than 15,000 women have already benefited from the program, and this investment will help support a pipeline of female-led start-ups to boost their budget and grow the economy.”

Minister for Small Business Eleni Petinos said the Business Connect program will be expanded to provide dedicated services to women-led small businesses.

“Since 2017, Business Connect has already helped more than 44,000 small businesses by providing them with personalised and tailored support to help them to start, adapt and grow their operations,” Ms Petinos said.

“We’re expanding this program by providing a further $5 million over the next four years to women-led

small businesses to upskill these leaders with the tools they want, whether it be marketing, social media, business planning, and digital literacy.”

Minister for Customer Service and Digital Government Victor Dominello said the Service NSW for Business program will provide targeted support for women-led small businesses.

For these ‘Probies’ any excuse for getting together with friends, even when it is a little chillier than usual, is welcomed.

“We were delighted to find that the recent evening at Sandpipers in Nelson Bay offered a selection of delicious dishes that warmed everyone in no time at all.”

This Probus Club has activities for every taste and budget with members also enjoying a wine tasting featuring a splendid selection

provided by the very knowledgeable Bob Mitchell a few days later.

“A crisp wind made the venue, the CWA hall in Gowrie Avenue, a welcome haven and the Probus Club offers their thanks to the CWA thanks for their help,” she said.

“The warming tea and coffee and delicious nibbles that we enjoy at the end marks the valued friendship that Probus Clubs offer.”

The Fingal Bay Probus Club meets at 9.30am on

“The Budget is expanding the Service for Business program to provide further funding to female-run small businesses to make their business journey easier.

This includes access to our Business Concierges, Online Information Hub and Business Profile Digital Platform,” Mr Dominello said.

Fiona Brown, President of Port Stephens Women In

Eat, drink and be merry with Probus

By Marian SAMPSON

NO matter where you live there is likely a local Probus Club that can enrich the lives of over 55s.

At the Probus Club of Fingal Bay there is an ongoing theme of ‘Eat, drink and be merry’.

Julia Redlich told News Of The Area, “While ‘Eat, drink and be merry’ is not our motto, no one would be surprised if Fingal Bay Probus Club adopted it!”

the second Monday of each month at the Fingal Bay Sports Club, 100 Rocky Point Road, Fingal Bay. New members and visitors are welcome.

Everyone is invited to join in and to learn about Probus and the club’s activities such barbecues, movies, day trips, morning teas and walks for pleasure.

For more information phone Rosamund on 4984 1448 or 0419 119 216.

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Business told News Of The Area, “Port Stephens Women in Business are thrilled at the announcement by the NSW Government of increased support for women in small business.

“Most of our members fit into this category and I hear from them first hand that one of the biggest barriers to growing their business is lack of access to the right services

and resources to help them do so.

“Women wear many hats and the ability for them to access flexible learning is key to them being able to balance work and home life while still moving forward in business,” she said.

The group is looking forward to applying for grants to assist them in delivering and building support to our local business women through expanded networking and learning opportunities.

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Planning Matters to be Reported to Council Policy

By Tara CAMPBELL AMENDMENTS have been made to the ‘Planning Matters to be Reported to Council Policy’.

Following the recent Council meeting on 14 June, it was resolved that Council endorse the revised policy.

The policy continues to ensure the Mayor and Councillors are provided with the opportunity for input into the progression and or determination of various planning matters.

The notable amendment throughout the policy was that signatories can be obtained either by formal signature or email, adapting to the evolving digital society.

The Mayor/Councillors may also withdraw their support for calling a planning matter to Council via email at any time, prior

to being included in the Council business paper.

Councillor Leah Anderson moved a further amendment to the policy which changed section 3.4, which would have required three signatories to support the reporting of a planning matter to Council, to only require two of the Councillors/Mayor to support the reporting of a matter.

Councillor Anderson’s amendment was supported by herself, Cr Arnott, Cr Francis, Cr Kafer, Cr Tucker and Cr Wells, with Mayor Palmer, Cr Bailey, Cr Doohan and Cr Dunkley against the motion.

The policy will now be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days and should no submissions be received, the policy be adopted without a further report to Council.

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This week’s PBL winners!

By Marian SAMPSON

THERE are always positive things being done by our local youth and the Positive Behaviour for Learning Program recognises just some of these each week performed by members of the nine participating schools.

Sarah Foister of Karuah Public School told News Of The Area, “Karuah Public School is proud to be a Positive Behaviour for Learning school and a partner of the Raymond Terrace Community PBL Program.

“Our school values of Respect, Responsibility and Pride are not only reinforced by staff at school but also by community members out in our community.

“Driven by behavioural data, our fortnightly PBL lessons are shared with the community and together we acknowledge, reward and celebrate the positive contributions our students make to the wider Port

Stephens community.

“Over the last few years our school and community have recognised students for caring for others during medical emergencies, displaying honesty by handing in lost money and items and demonstrating sportsmanship and pride when engaging in sporting events.

“We can’t wait to see how our students will continue to make positive contributions to our local and wider communities,” stated Sarah Foister, PBL coordinator at Karuah Public School.

This week Karuah Public School student Harris Ford was recognised for remaining calm and having a responsible attitude when faced with a medical emergency.

Irrawang Public School student Sienna-Mae Ega was recognised for the care and compassion she shows to younger students that are sad or anxious at the gate each morning.

Raymond Terrace Public School student Hunter Paton is a positive role model to all students, which he demonstrated at the schools K-6 Athletics Carnival.

He escorted the younger students to the toilets and was also polite and helpful to staff.

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to rates and charges to which Council makes an annual donation, though there are very few community groups which are both liable for rates and are not a public charity or benevolent institution.

In the recent Port Stephens Council meeting on 14 June, it

was unanimously decided that the policy would be revoked following an internal review.

Tim Hazell, Council’s Financial Services Section Manager, said Council will still provide financial assistance to community groups through alternative programs and

School student Damon Robinson was recognised for demonstrating the Community PBL value of honesty, when he found a $5 note in the playground and handed it in to the canteen supervisor.

Irrawang High School student Shae Mulley has been regularly volunteering for two

www.newsofthearea.com.au years to work in the canteen at Raymond Terrace Roosters and she is now volunteering her time at Cafe Irrawang on a regular basis.

Hunter River High School’s Kate Vine was nominated for organising an open day for the Tilligerry Tennis Club.

Salt Ash Public School student Olly Swartz’s nomination was for always displaying the most beautiful manners and willingness

to help others while demonstrating the PBL Values.

Medowie Public School student Ruby Loomes found a phone on her way to OOSH and handed it in.

Seaham Public School student Riley Smith is a positive member of his school community who includes others in his games and shows empathy when others are having difficulties.

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Rate Donations for Community Groups policy revoked

By Tara CAMPBELL

PORT Stephens Council has revoked the Rate Donations for Community Groups policy.

The policy identifies community groups in Port Stephens that are subject

grant streams.

“A recent internal review of the policy deemed it no longer necessary on the basis that the policy has historically assisted one community group only.

“Financial assistance is available to all community

Safety At Work For Women

By Marian SAMPSON EMPLOYERS across the state will be supported to stop sexual harassment in the workplace, following the launch of a Respect at Work Taskforce.

Women in politics in particular have been highlighted as those at risk.

Recently the Liberal candidate for Paterson, Brooke Vitnell, endured a horrendous attack during her campaign for the seat which she conceded to incumbent Meryl Swanson.

She is just one woman that has experienced sexual harrassment locally and while not an employee at the time, she has spoken out against the sexual harrassment of women.

Treasurer Matt Kean said the taskforce will receive $4.8 million in the 2022-23 NSW Budget to deliver on the Kate Jenkins’ Respect at Work Report by ensuring employers comply with their duty under Work

Health and Safety laws to prevent sexual harassment at work.

“Sexual harassment has no place in our society.

“It is unacceptable, and it also holds women back from realising their career hopes and aspirations,” Mr Kean said.

“Four in ten women have been sexually harassed at work in the past five years, a shocking culture that workplaces need to take proactive action to end.”

Minister for Fair Trading Eleni Petinos said the SafeWork NSW taskforce will provide employers with best-practice guidance on ways to provide workplaces that are free from sexual harassment.

“Sexual harassment should not be tolerated in our communities, let alone in our workplaces.

“Everyone has the right to a safe workplace, which is why this taskforce will hold employers accountable for

delivering respectful and supportive work environments for women,” Ms Petinos said.

“The taskforce will be focused on educating businesses and raising awareness to support employers in preventing sexual harassment in their workplace.”

Minister for Women's Safety and the Prevention of Domestic and Sexual Violence Natalie Ward said the taskforce is an important step in preventing harassment against women at work.

“The taskforce will monitor and work with employers across the State to ensure that they are complying with their responsibilities to keep their female employees safe.

“Safety for women at work is every employer’s responsibility.

“This taskforce will ensure this responsibility is front of mind,” Mrs Ward said.

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groups under a separate policy being the Debt Recovery and Hardship Policy.

“Additionally, community groups are eligible to apply for particular grant programs and other funding from time to time,” Mr Hazell said.

The policy’s revoking

specifically impacts Nelson Bay Masonic Centre, which is the specified organisation to receive funding through the policy, however, Council has stated that this will not be impacted as they will be supported through the Hardship Policy.

MOTORISTS are advised of changed traffic conditions from Sunday 19 June on Cabbage Tree Road, Williamtown, to carry out road surfacing work between Nelson Bay Road and Barrie Close.

To minimise the impact to motorists, work will take place from 6pm to 6am Sunday to Friday and expect to complete the work in seven shifts, weather permitting.

The westbound lane will be closed and a detour in place during work hours, with westbound motorists detoured via either Richardson Road towards Raymond Terrace or Nelson Bay Road towards Newcastle.

Motorists are advised to plan ahead as the detour is expected to add up to eighteen kilometres to journeys and increase travel times by about fifteen minutes.

Work started on this $4 million project on 27 April.

Port Stephens Council is

carrying out the work on behalf of Transport for NSW, with work to include road widening and resurfacing, installation of a wider painted centerline and the installation of safety barriers to provide a stronger, longer lasting and safer road for motorists.

Day work will continue from 7am to 6pm from Monday to Saturday and is expected to be complete in late June, weather permitting.

Traffic control and a reduced speed limit of 40km/h will be in place for the safety of workers and motorists.

Motorists are advised to drive to the conditions, and follow the directions of signs and traffic control.

Transport for NSW thanks motorists for their patience during this time.

For the latest traffic updates download the Live Traffic NSW app, visit livetraffic. com or call 132 701.

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$30 million for local disaster risk reduction projects LOCAL and regional organisations across NSW have less than two weeks left to apply for a $30 million funding stream targeting initiatives that reduce future disaster risks.

The Local and Regional Risk Reduction stream, administered by Resilience NSW, is the second stream of the New South Wales Disaster Risk Reduction Fund.

The grant offers between $50,000 and $1.5 million to eligible organisations

and is jointly funded by the Australian and NSW governments.

Resilience NSW Commissioner Shane Fitzsimmons said local and regional organisations play an essential role in understanding a town or region’s built, social, economic and natural environments.

“They know their town and communities best, and through this fund we can empower local knowledge

and connections,” Mr Fitzsimmons said.

“This funding stream will help ensure these groups have what they need to develop collaborative initiatives that help reduce the risk and impact of future disasters.

“Recovery from devastating events such as bushfires, the COVID-19 pandemic and floods remain our priority.

“However, it has never been more important to

Firies go High Tech

By Geoff WALKER

IT wasn't long ago in Tilligerry that local firies would drag a sheet of blackboard out of their station in summer with a 'Total Fire Ban’ warning hand written in chalk on it.

This they would prop up against a post on the main road as a warning to locals.

Not anymore!

Tilligerry Rural Fire Service has just switched on an impressive interactive sign which can be activated from a

computer from their station or by mobile phone.

In standard operational mode it has coloured rolling frames giving details of the brigade and its logo as well as the date and weather details.

More importantly, when the fire conditions change, warning texts can be keyed in immediately from the station computer or from the mobile phones of senior personnel.

This could extend to

look towards how we can help prevent and mitigate the increasing risk of disaster.”

Mr Fitzsimmons said the fund would target locally driven initiatives that help prevent, mitigate, and manage disaster risks.

“We know local organisations play a vital role in preparing their communities for disaster and reducing place-based risk.”

The stream is designed

to support and strongly encourage partnership to maximise the reach and efficacy of strategic, targeted, place-based risk reduction projects.

It targets partnerships with local councils, charitable and not-for profit organisations, including culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) NGOs, Local Aboriginal Land Councils, Joint Organisations of Councils and Regional Organisations of Councils q

among others.

The $52 million NSW Disaster Risk Reduction Fund offers three streams of funding designed to reduce the risk of future natural disasters and build resilience across the state.

The first stream, the State Disaster Risk Reduction stream, closed on 21 March 2022.

Applications for the Local and Regional stream remain open until 1 July 2022.

The new sign in operational mode.

sudden unexpected events such as fires closing roads and major traffic accidents.

It could also save lives as communications from the fire-front could be instantly displayed to those travelling both in and out of town.

In turn, it could augment the RFS’ 'Fires Near Me' site.

Early warnings have always been vital to residents of both the Tomaree and Tilligerry peninsulas.

There is only one road out of each and an approaching q

The 'friendly' fire that saved Tilligerry.

fire from the west can isolate the residents.

This was only too evident several years ago when a bushfire cut the road at Oyster Cove and worked its way towards the Lemon Tree Passage Holiday Park.

Occupants were evacuated to Club Lemon Tree.

The following summer a firestorm from Salt Ash, fanned by 90 kph winds, came our way.

When it hit the burnt out scrub it went out.

No fuel meant no fire.

The overwhelming recommendations of the recent bushfire inquiry were to decrease fuel loadings by controlled burning.

The Government has now allocated some $600,000,000 to both the RFS and the National Parks and Wildlife Service to upgrade equipment and to target fue loadings in high risk areas.

global scale.”

Delivered via live video virtual streaming, Mr Moran added the event is facilitated by a dedicated conference platform allowing all delegates to connect, engage, network, and have live face to face meetings with presenting project speakers and all attendees.

For more information

and to view all projects presenting at the Connecting Hunter Industry Conference go to https://www. connectingindustry.com. au/connecting-hunterindustry-conference/.

Conference highlights jobs and supply chain opportunities in the Hunter THE New South Wales resource and construction sector are coming together to highlight the Hunter Region’s major project opportunities with more than $8 billion of supply chain procurement available at an industry conference in August.

The Connecting Hunter Industry Conference features eight approved and proposed major solar, wind, natural gas, coal waste – flyash, and hydrogen projects, all highlighting their business and supply chain procurement opportunities within the renewable energy, construction, and

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resource sector.

Event organiser, Connecting Industry Managing Director Kieran Moran, said the Hunter Region is being recognised globally as an ideal location for growing industries such as renewables, hydrogen, and associated manufacturing hubs.

“The strategic focus of the online conference is to not only highlight renewable, resource, and construction procurement opportunities but to assist the regions supply chain in their

planning for future work opportunities,” Mr Moran said.

“With projects like Energy Estate’s Hunter Hydrogen Network, Oceanex Energy’s Novocastrian Offshore Wind Farm, Nu-Rock’s Fly Ash Plant, and Malabar Resources’ Maxwell Solar Farm to name a few, the conference features presentations from the decision makers who have come together to present their plans for construction and development in the Hunter Region.”

Energy Estate Director of Energy Growth Simone

O'Sullivan said as the developer of the Hunter Hydrogen Network (H2N), the company is excited to be taking part in the Connecting Hunter Industry Conference.

“H2N is a commercial scale hydrogen production and transportation project which will form the backbone of the hydrogen economy in the Hunter Valley,” Ms O’Sullivan said.

“H2N will reinforce the Hunter's role as a leading domestic supplier and export of energy and underpinning its future as a renewable energy industrial precinct of

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READING by Lynne Miles: Proverbs 8: 32 & 33 "Now then my sons (and daughters), listen to me; blessed are those who keep My ways."

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Nelson Bay Golf Club RESULTS Round Up:

Sunday 12 June: Men’s Stableford Christmas: A Grade: Jason Gasgoigne (11) 34 c/b. B Grade: Clinton Ermer (17) 34.

C Grade: Harvey Payne (25) 37. Ladies Stableford Christmas: A Grade: Charmaine Elliott (23) 34.

B Grade: Julie Newsham (25) 37.

Monday 13 June: Men Stableford: A: Dave Owens (15) 41, Mark Baker (17) 37.

Women Stableford overall winners: Glenda Mccaw (29) 37, Robyn Butler (16) 36. Vets Stableford: Div 1: Mike Coghlan 20, Raymond Mahady 20; Div 2: Brian Stewart 24, Brian Single 22;

Tilligerry Social Golf Club TILLIGERRY Social Golf Club results 17/6/22 Outright winner: Kel Dorney 40 Runner up: Jack Johnstone 37 Bonus points winner: Mark Skidmore: 34 c/b Runner up: Bill McMaster 34 Ball winners: Ron McKay 33 John Clayton: 30 Barry Disch: 30 Bob West: 30 John McDonald: 30 Greg Hinton: 28 Hugh Potts: 28 Bradman Award: Colin Marsden D&C4th:

A: Matt Baldwin B: Greg Hinton D&C7th: A: John Clayton B: Kel Dorney NTP18th: A: Barry Disch Money hole: A: Matt Baldwin B: Bill McMaster Lucky number 22: Matt Baldwin Ladies 9 hole competition Winner: Margaret McDonald Runner up: Margaret Gale New member: Jack Johnstone There were 17 players.

Congratulations to all the winners. Next game 24/6/22 2 man ambrose.

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I borrowed a dress from a friend and managed to spill red wine on it.

I then soaked it in a light bleach solution which changed the colour of the entire dress from a deep orange to a sickly mandarin shade.

It was an expensive dress and I have searched for a replacement, but they are no longer in stock. Help!

Cassie P.

Tuesday 14 June: Ladies 4BBB Stableford: A Grade: Diana Johnson & Barbara Frost 44 c/b.

B Grade: Susie Anderson & Margot Phegan 49.

C Grade: Barbara Frost & Shirley Anicich 44 Wednesday 15 June: Men’s Stableford Brushbox course

Borrowing clothing items is always fraught.

A Grade: Mark Galloway (13) 38, Ray Hare (14) 37c/b; B Grade: Peter Miers (21) 40, Alan Fisher (20) 37c/b; C Grade: Brian Woodhouse (25) 39, Keith Woodley (24) 37.

Men’s Stableford Xmas Course: A Grade: Tim Chaplin (15) 40, Graeme Eaton (11) 39; B Grade: Ryan Palmer (17) 39c/b, Geoffrey Cousins (17) 39c/b; C Grade: Peter Griffin (28) 38, Peter Lakeman (29) 36c/b.

I once borrowed a jumper and when I washed it, it went from a slouchy size 10 to a top suitable for a small toddler.

Since then I haven't been game to borrow any clothing items. You can't enjoy the night in an outfit you don't own, although you seem to have had a merry old time, dousing yourself in alcoholic beverages.

Your second error was trying to resolve the issue using a home remedy.

You really should have taken the dress straight to the dry cleaners. Using bleach on a coloured item is just asking for trouble.

And you got it.

You're going to have to come clean -- pun intended -- with your friend. Just be honest and explain what happened. Tell her you're going to take it to a specialist to get it re-dyed, but if that doesn't work explain that you will happily pay her the replacement cost.

Unless, of course, she fancies the sickly mandarin shade, though I doubt that would go with any skin tone.

Thursday 16 June Vets competition Thursday Stableford: Brian Single 26, Grant Kennett 23.

Womens Stableford Course: A Grade: Mary Conway (30) 42, Karen Flatt (24) 38, Glenda Mccaw (29) 36; B Grade: Catherine Smith (36) 39, Tina Wasilewicz (40) 38, Mary Judge (37) 37 c/b.

Friday 17 June Men’s Stableford: A grade: Wayne Finney (11) 38, Guy Jennings (14) 36; B

Carpe diem, Jasminda

Grade: Mark Twomey (21) 41, Terry Butler (22) 38, C Grade: John Delaney (35) 37; Steve Punshon (31) 36c/b.

Women’s Stableford: Div 1: Beth Macduff (23) 32, Div 2: Sue Skinner (35) 36.

Saturday 18 June: Mens Stableford Christmas Course A Grade: Eric Kidd (14) 35, Peter Kent (9) 34.

Men’s Stableford brush box: A Grade: Angelo Fortune (28) 36, Darren Stocks (15) 34.

Calls for new and improved skate park for Medowie FROM Page 12

like public toilets to create a welcoming and usable community space.

“The physical and mental health of our kids and teenagers is crucial, and the visible presence of a new skate park in the Medowie Town Centre powerfully signals to our kids and teenagers that they are welcome and valued in the Medowie community.”

One parent wrote on the petition: Happy youth leads to happy adults.

Ms Townend advocates for a professionally designed and quality constructed skate park that will draw skateboard and scooter riders away from roads, arcades and carparks.

Locals believe a new skate park in the Medowie Town Centre will maximise natural surveillance by other skate park users, parents and the community to reduce graffiti, litter and anti-social behaviour.

In the five years since the existing Medowie skatepark had its last significant upgrade, Port Stephens Council has refurbished and replaced Anna Bay skatepark and Mallabula/ Tilligerry skatepark.

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are also in support with skatepark user Sophie saying, “We need a new park because this one is not really child safe.”

Scooter rider Ronan said, “I learnt how to do a trick at another skate park that has a small bowl to learn these things. I can’t do that here.”

Council is currently engaging with the community on the proposed town centre for Medowie.

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A Council spokesperson said, "On 8 and 9 June, Council conducted specific engagement sessions to work through options for the proposed new town Centre at 38 Ferodale Road, Medowie.

"As part of these engagement sessions, there was discussion around the inclusion of a new skate park in the proposed town centre location.

"Council will continue to

work closely with residents of Medowie to ensure a wellplanned town centre with high quality recreational facilities for this very important site," the spokesperson said.

For more information on the planning for the proposed Medowie Town Centre, please visit https://haveyoursay. portstephens.nsw.gov.au/ planning-for-your-place.

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ANSWERS: 1. It is called a five o’clock shadow. 2. The Australian cricket team wear the baggy green cap. 3. It is called a fleece.

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Graph and Times are for Sydney

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TIDE CHART - 7 DAYS THE RIGHT TABLE SHOW TIDAL VARIATIONS AT SEVERAL LOCATIONS The time variation should be added to the corresponding Fort Denison time.

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

They are not to be relied on for critical depth calculations for safe navigation. Actual times of High and Low Water may occur before or after the times indicated.

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q Children and young people coming together to demand a new Skate and Scoot Park in the Medowie Town Centre.

MEDOWIE locals are calling on Port Stephens Council to provide a new skate and scoot park for the town.

Concerns have been raised previously about the safety of the current Medowie skatepark at 49 Ferodale Road.

Now, with the purchase by Council of eighteen acres at 38 Ferodale Road, Ms Emma Townend, a Medowie local, is calling on the Council to use the land to build a betterquality skate and scoot park for families, children, and young people to enjoy.

Ms Townend said, “Over 30 percent of the Medowie population is aged 0-19 years and there are very few community spaces where kids can ride safely, and build their trick skills riding skateboards and scooters.

“While not all people skate or scoot, a skate park provides a community space where kids can have fun, get active, socialise, play, and learn social skills like cooperation, negotiation, and compromise.”

The project, Medowie Skate and Scoot, has launched an online petition at change.org called ‘Build a New Skate Park in Medowie Town Centre’.

“With over 700 signatures on a petition, the support is obvious for a new skate park in the Medowie Town Centre that caters for all ages and abilities, from preschoolers starting out on three-wheel scooters to young adults.

“Environmentally friendly lighting could extend the usable hours of the new skatepark and CCTV to keep the area safe for all users.

“It is important to embed the new skatepark alongside other facilities like a children’s playground, picnic areas, covered tables, space for a coffee van and facilities CONTINUED Page 8

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