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Sea Shelter Clean Up

By Marian SAMPSON

WHILE the focus of pollution in the Port’s waterways has been on the container spill there is an ongoing need to clean up general and dumped rubbish on the shores and in the mangroves at Bobs Farm.

Port Stephens conservation organisation Sea Shelter working closely with Irukandji Shark & Ray Encounters spent World Oceans Day cleaning up the mangroves at Bobs Farm.

The picturesque Marsh Road at Bobs Farm is lined with mangrove habitat that has sustained a fair amount of illegal dumping and littering over the years.

61 helpers turned up to improve the condition of a 3.5km stretch of mangroves.

Together they removed nearly three tonnes of rubbish which organisers believe barely scratched the surface of what can be achieved in the area.

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WOOLWORTHS has already made the historical decision, and come Sunday

1 July, Coles will also remove single-use plastic bags from

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In a move that is touted to change the way we shop,

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Both supermarket chains are removing single-use plastic bags to help remove their impact on the environment.

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In an effort to rehabilitate the surrounds locals rolled up their sleeves to make a change.

Sea Shelter Founder Lia Pereira told News Of The Area, “As it is very

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“Sea Shelter recognises there is a local community of caring marine enthusiasts who would love to get involved in citizen scientist projects with their families,” she said.

You can find out more about Sea Shelter and get involved in community driven initiatives to keep our environment clean at http://seashelter.org.

a supply of bags in the car,” Jennifer Goldman told News Of The Area.

“The impact the plastic bags have had on the environment has to have been huge if the numbers are correct so this has to be a good idea.”

“I mean we’ve gotten used to no smoking in pubs and clubs, I’m sure we’ll get used to this too.” she said.

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reusable shopping bags will go towards Junior Landcare groups and their projects.

There are also the more sturdy reusable bags that have been on offer for many years.

Not all shoppers have been happy with the decision, however, News Of The Area spoke to a shopper who was more than happy with the changes.

“I think it’s a good idea, honestly the only struggle will be to make sure I have

PORT Stephens Greens welcomed the demise single use plastic bags by handing out recyclable multi-use paper bags outside Woolworths at Salamander Bay last Wednesday (20 June).

Greens Representative Robyn Williams told News Of The Area, “We welcome Woolworth’s decision to stop supplying single use bags as a first step towards a much greater reduction in use of plastics.”

“We look forward to Coles also stopping the supply of single use bags at the end of this month,” said Robyn.

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Both chains have been proactive in helping customers get ready for one of the biggest changes to the Australian grocery shopping experience since the introduction of self serve checkouts by establishing a range of reusable bags for all budgets.

Interestingly, both Woolworths and Coles have bags made out of 80% recycled materials and are sold for 15 cents each.

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She believes that getting rid of single use plastic bags at the supermarket will help reduce litter in the waterways somewhat however they are still not banned here, NSW is the only state that hasn’t banned them so it would be great to see further legislation across the whole industry, not just the supermarkets.

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dangerous to clean along the sides of a road Sea Shelter had to fundraised to pay for a partial closure of the road for the safety of the helpers.”

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Waterpark Woes

By Marian SAMPSON

THE proposed waterpark at Bob’s Farm has been hailed as a great opportunity for Port Stephens tourism, however local residents hold grave concerns on flood water management and the subsequent impact on locals health and wellbeing.

Currently the drains and flood gates in surrounding properties have been being maintained by a local property owner however, with a recent land sale the community can no longer depend on this Good Samaritan.

Port Stephens residents may not be aware that Bobs Farm properties near Marsh Road flood when the drains are not maintained,

but those impacted know only too well how delicate the balance is on their properties.

The sale of one property in the vicinity of the proposed waterpark will soon see a market garden business in operation this along with 135 head of cattle in the area is likely to change water dispersal as well.

The communities concerns surround the information within the planning proposal including what they believe is apparent errors in the information in relation to drains and rainfall predictions.

Former Mayor of Port Stephens and Bobs Farm resident Ron Swan OAM

told News Of The Area, “With the proposal for the waterpark including cabins, the infrastructure will not allow for adequate drainage in an already flood prone area.”

He believes that more investigation is needed into the potential impact for the wellbeing of students attending Bobs Farm Public School as well.

“I have been approached by several of my neighbours who have expressed concern that there may be a political will to endorse a tourism business over the concerns of local residents and indeed council staff with regard to future ongoing negative impacts, on drainage and living conditions and on council

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itself.

“The Acid Sulphate Water which has been recently investigated by the EPA in the area also creates a negative environmental impact in the area.

“I truly appreciate the value of tourism to Port Stephens and would like to see more operations in the region, however these must be sympathetic to the environment and not cause extra pressure on existing infrastructure such as the drains.” he said.

Mayor Palmer told News Of The Area, “The documents are on public exhibition at present and I encourage everyone to comment on the planning proposal, the waterpark is not the subject of the proposal, only the rezoning of the land.”

30th Anniversary and the region is about to gain from the cultural exchange.

The anniversary

q The student exchange group of dancers from Bellingham who will be in Port Stephen in July.

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q Ron Swan OAM at Bobs Farm after recent rainfall. Photo by Marian Sampson. celebrations will include international sporting, cultural and educational exchanges, and mayoral receptions.

All Port Stephens Sister Cities, Yugawara, Tateyama and Kushiro in Japan and Bellingham will participate in the exchanges.

16 dancers from Bellingham, Port Stephens’ sister city in Washington State will perform at schools in Raymond Terrace, Salamander, Nelson Bay and Shoal Bay in July.

Families connected with the Robyn Yvette Dance Company will provide home hosting for the visitors.

Continuing in sharing our region and sport the Sister Cities program will see seven marathon runners from Bellingham and Tateyama will compete in the Hunter Valley Winery Running Festival, with members of the Nelson Bay Hash House Harriers arranging to home host the runners and assist with transport.

In August, six young students from Yugawara will attend classes at St Philips Christian College and be

home hosted by St Philips families.

Three runners from Port Stephens are invited to take part in the annual Bellingham Bay Marathon on 30 September in scenic northwest Washington.

The final celebration of the 30th Anniversary will see 17 members of the Port Stephens SeaSide Singers travelling to Japan for 17 days, performing at each of the three sister cities and at iconic local venues including art galleries and museums, as well as joining in workshops with Japanese choral groups.

Nigel Dique Chairman for Port Stephens Sister Cities told News Of The Area, “Being a part of an exchange gives a unique insight into cultures which you can’t achieve travelling and staying in hotels, you form friendships for life, it can be a wonderfully enriching experience.”

Port Stephens Sister Cities Committee, formed in 1988, its genesis was in discussions leading up to the construction in 1983 of the Tomago aluminium smelter, which was designed along the lines of one in Bellingham.

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Terrace Progress is Wanted COMMUNITY members and business representatives from Raymond Terrace, Heatherbrae and Medowie are being called on to play an active role in driving progress in their local communities.

Port Stephens Council is calling for nominations from people who want to keep Council accountable and drive action by sitting on implementation panels for the Raymond Terrace and Heatherbrae Strategy, as well as the Medowie Strategy.

Two community members and two business representatives will be selected for each panel. The panels will meet quarterly and will be responsible for ensuring Council is on track to deliver key actions from each strategy.

Steve Peart, Council’s Strategy and Environment

Section Manager, says Council is looking for people with an interest in driving progress in their community.

“Raymond Terrace and Heatherbrae has long been identified as a centre of strategic importance for the Hunter region,” Mr Peart said.

“Council adopted the Raymond Terrace and Heatherbrae Strategy in 2015 and while some actions have been implemented we’re now looking to establish a panel to ensure the community has oversight of what we’re trying to achieve,” he said.

“This includes a walking path along the Hunter river, encouraging shop-top housing within the town centre and identifying land for open space within the town centre.”

“Equally, Medowie is an important town centre that Council is keen to see flourish.

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Wine and Dine with Probus IF you are at a loose end, and are looking to expand your social horizons for over 50’s Probus is certainly something that you might consider.

Among other activities the Probus Club of Fingal Bay

q Edith and Rex Sneyd who are the new Wine and Dine Event Coordinators for the Fingal Bay Probus Club.

Recently the club enjoyed a special evening spent with friends organised by the club’s newly appointed wine and dine officers, Edith and Rex Sneyd at Salt Water Restaurant at the Surf Life Saving Club.

Wine and Dine is one of the go-to events in the diary

of Fingal Bay Probus Club members that is proving to be very popular.

Julia Redlich of the Fingal Bay Probus Club told News Of The Area, “An enthusiastic number of members met at Salt Water restaurant at the local Surf Club and enjoyed a varied menu which delighted the taste buds.

“We had admirable attention from staff to warm the heart and a view to amaze the eyes,” she said.

Members also enjoyed a stroll on the vast balcony taking in the beautiful Bay. She believes that viewing our stunning environment is always a great experience, especially if there just happens to be some full moon magic which the members all enjoyed as well.

The Probus Club of Fingal Bay meets on the second Monday of every month at 9.30am at The Fingal Bay Sports and Recreation Club, 100 Rocky Point Road, Fingal Bay. Future members and guests are welcome to a club that thrives of friendship, fellowship and fun, and offers a selection of activities and a variety of guest speakers.

Not as wet says local weatherman

q Local weatherman, Alan Gibson monitoring his site.

SOME 400mm of rain inundated the Tilligerry Peninsula in the first 20 days of this month. With the longtime average being a mere 150mm, you would think that this would be something of a record.

Not so, according Alan Gibson whose weather station’s website (Current Weather Conditions at Tanilba Bay) has detailed statistics dating back as far as 2004.

June 2007 was by far the wettest according to Alan and the ‘Pasha Bulker’ storm

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We’ve identified that a new library facility is desired, while street tree planting, public amenities and town square improvements are key for this growing community.”

Mr Peart says implementation panels are an important tool for ensuring the actions identified in strategies are put into practice.

“We don’t write strategies so that they can sit on a shelf.

Council wants to ensure the key actions identified for our town centres are implemented, and these panels are a great way to do just that.

“I would encourage any community member or business person who is passionate about their community to put up their hand and get involved.

If you live or work in Medowie, Raymond Terrace or Heatherbrae, fill in the nomination form today.”

contributed 180mm in one day alone to lift the monthly total to 522mm (21 inches).

“If we want to talk of absolute record rainfall we have only to backtrack to April 2015.”

“Cyclonic conditions saw our power lost for almost a week with trees down everywhere, houses unroofed and oyster leases smashed to pieces.”

“This was April 2015 when rainfall topped the gauge at 523mm, 369 mm (14+ inches) of which fell in just three days.”

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Kaylee the Brave

Kaylee is one of a very special bunch of children known as Heart Kids, having been diagnosed with Atrioventricular Septal Defect (AVSD) at just six weeks old.

By Rachael VAUGHAN KAYLEE Stokes is Medowie’s own little superhero, and because of her you may have just seen some extra superheroes around Medowie last week.

Kaylee is one of a very special bunch of children known as Heart Kids, having been diagnosed with Atrioventricular Septal Defect (AVSD) at just six weeks old.

The organisation ‘HeartKids’ is the only national profit for purpose charity dedicated to supporting children, teens and adults affected by congenital/childhood heart disease all across Australia.

They also fund lifesaving research, provide information and advocate for the needs of HeartKids families’.

In Australia, every day eight babies on average are born with heart disease in Australia Tragically, in babies under the age of one, heart disease is the leading cause of death.

Last week, in honour of their little buddy Kaylee, some other groups of special children got involved to help raise funds and awareness for children with heart disease.

Kaylee attends Medowie Community Preschool and Kelly’s Cottage family daycare, and both centres put their hand up to get involved

in this years ‘HeartKids Super Boss day.

At both centres, students and staff alike dressed as their favourite superhero, donating money to be involved.

For Kelly’s Cottage manager Kelly Berger, this also meant being a great sport and arriving at Wirreanda Public School drop off dressed in her costume to deliver her older students to class.

Money raised from this nationally supported fundraiser makes a real difference in providing support, encouragement and hope to children affected by heart disease.

One program HeartKids

q Kaylee with her superhero teachers at Medowie Community Preschool. trauma and manage the significant social, emotional and physical well-being challenges associated with childhood heart disease so they can

runs is the ‘Family Coping Program’, a series of tailored therapy sessions that assist families and help them navigate through their

q Kelly Berger with her mini superheroes at Kelly’s Cottage day care.

q Kaylee the Brave.

better support their child and each other.

Little Kaylee is due to have open heart surgery in August, so this fundraiser and all it does to support the families of HeartKids, is all that more important this year.

Kaylee’s mother Jacquie Stokes told News Of The Area, “I never knew how many families childhood heart disease affected.”

“Heartkids is an organisation that continues to support those families who are effected, and unfortunately most people don’t even know about Heartkids until they need them.”

“Since finding out about Kaylee’s upcoming surgery the support we’ve received by Heartkids, our family, friends and local community has been overwhelming.”

“We are so grateful to those who’ve not only supported us, but an organisation that is quite literally so close to our hearts,” she said.

Kaylee, News Of The Area wishes you all the very best for your brave journey.

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Neighbourhood Well Deserved Pat Watch Shopping List on the Back

By Marian SAMPSON

THE Nelson Bay Ladies Probus Club offers Bay ladies a chance to share their life stories learn and get out and about together as a part of the community.

One person that has been giving to the Club for many years is Welfare Officer Patricia (Pat) Phelps.

In her role she visits members who are not well or who can’t get out and about to attend regular meetings.

Pat drops in for a

cuppa and a chat, and stays in touch with members when they need it most, simply put Pat is there to care.

Jill Stephenson Secretary of the Nelson Bay Ladies Probus Club told News Of The Area, “There’s so much I could tell you about Patricia.”

“Pat is an avid communicator.

“Pat first became a pen pal over 60 years ago through a Reader’s Digest offer, and she is still writing and enjoying the letters that she and her pen pal share.

“Pat’s story of how she and her pen pal first met and how they are still corresponding has recently been published in Reader’s Digest,” she said.

In her role as Welfare Officer, Pat and other members of the club, help members from Regis and other nursing homes to attend meetings.

If you would like to be a part of a friendly group of ladies that get together to share their stories, and care for each others wellbeing, contact the Nelson Bay Ladies Probus Club to find out more.

q Nelson Bay Probus Club Welfare Officer Pat Phelps, with Barbara Swab and Lifetime Member, Margaret Waters, from Regis Nursing Home attending a Probus get together.

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MEDOWIE Neighbourhood Watch are kicking goals for our town, with safety on their mind.

Thanks to their hard work fundraising, and a generous piece of funding, they are about to make some extra purchases to benefit our community.

The funding recently allocated to Medowie Neighbourhood Watch came from Deputy Mayor and Councillor Chris Doohan on behalf of himself and other Central Ward Councillors, and Port Stephens Council.

Medowie Neighbourhood Watch will use this funding, and funds raised from raffles at local markets to fund some much needed items.

The group will purchase their first portable CCTV cameras to kick off the Medowie Neighbourhood Watch CCTV Camera Loan program, allowing Medowie residents to loan a camera free of charge.

Any resident who wishes to obtain footage of anything happening on their property will be able to loan a camera, and collect footage to provide to police.

The cameras can be either mains powered, or by battery, and can either be set up covertly anywhere on the exterior of the home, or used inside the home.

They have a motion sensor, and can record clearly during either the day or night in high definition colour.

They are housed in a discreet, compact and undetectable unit.

Geoff Dingle, from Medowie Neighbourhood Watch, told News Of The Area, “We are looking forward to getting this loan program off the ground,

q Geoff Dingle with Senior Constable Alison Stewart, and one of the new information magnets created by Medowie Neighbourhood Watch and giving community members further options to defend their properties.”

Also on the purchase list from these funds are some new Neighbourhood Watch signs to update those around town that have deteriorated, and magnets and safety material to hand out to residents at meetings and markets.

The magnets printed so far have proved popular, which list all relevant safety, emergency and welfare numbers for Medowie in one handy spot.

Statistics for this month were again reported and discussed at the most recent meeting.

The reports were much lower than previous months, indicating perhaps that all incidents mentioned

on social media are not necessarily reported through the appropriate channels.

These statistics of course do not give an accurate view of crime in our community if the residents are not actively and consistently reporting all instances of crime related offences, so residents are reminded that nothing is too small to report, and even seemingly insignificant pieces of information can help with the ‘bigger picture’, Neighbourhood Watch Medowie meetings are held the last Wednesday of each month at 7:30pm in the Medowie Community Centre, first meeting room on the left as you enter the building.

You can keep updated with meeting dates and local useful crime and scams information at the Medowie Neighbourhood Watch Facebook page, or you can contact them at Medowie.

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www.budget.nsw.gov.au Hon Catherine Cusack MLC Duty MLC for Port Stephens

NSW BUDGET UPDATE

A WATERSHED BUDGET “FOR THE PEOPLE” The NSW Government’s 2018-19 has been hailed as a “budget for the people”. With a $3.9 billion surplus, confirmed our State is Number 1 in Australia in terms of economic growth and employment. In fact half Australia’s growth is now being powered by NSW.The budget takes the financial dividends of strong economic management and gives back to the community across the board with record spending in health, education, police and services for vulnerable citizens. “Reducing the cost of living” is a major theme with Services to ensure citizens are aware and accessing packages of hip pocket help. On top of this Port Stephens has received extra funding for some special projects highlighted in this report. There are 19 budget papers and publications - all can be found at www.budget.nsw.gov.au

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NSW Government Budget funding that is LOCKED IN for Port Stephens FUNDING COMMENCED 2017/2018 • $8 million Health One at Tomaree Hospital • $1.8 million for Seaham Road and Raymond Terrace Road intersection upgrade • $1.35 million Cabbage Tree Road rebuilding project • $810,000 Hunter courts video and evidence upgrades completed • $700,000 Robinson Reserve, Anna Bay • $300,000 to Apex Park, Nelson Bay • $155,000 Providence Park Tea Gardens • $60,000 for litter prevention initiatives • $30,000 Medowie PS Out Of School Hours care - recurrent funding • $12,000 to fence Shoal Bay playground for disability inclusivity • $3,000 for Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest Men’s Shed • $2,800 Raymond Terrace Soccer Club line marking • X-ray machine at Tomaree Hospital completed and opened • Installation of 5 Reverse Vending Machines for Return & Earn • Funding for defibrillators for Port Stephens Sports Clubs

Minister for Sport Stuart Ayres hands a cheque to Raymond Terrace Soccer Club

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Denise,

What is the best way to present your home outside.

Jim T. Ok. Let me give you a cut-out-and-keep checklist for Street Appeal Essentials.

Clean out/organise repair of your gutters & unblock drains.

Rake up leaves, sticks, gravel, debris.

Organise a repair/replace loose or damaged roof tiles/iron.

Mow the lawn, trim the edges of gardens, paths, driveways.

Prune any untidy or oversized trees, hedges and shrubs.

Weed garden beds and lawns if required.

Remove cobwebs from your home’s exterior and shed.

Paint the front door an inviting & daring pop of colour.

Repaint or repair the front fence and gate. First Impressions!

Lay out a new front door mat, something that suits your homes style.

Fill tubs with pretty flowering or stylish & structural plants.

Add pot plants or sculptures beside entryways. A hedging plant is good.

Pressure wash the driveway, path pavers, deck and front porch.

Ensure garbage bins are out of sight and deodorised for inspections.

Hope that Helps - Denise.

I have taken on the plastic free challenge in the lead up to Plastic Free July, but when I go to the supermarket everything is wrapped in plastic packaging. Also, I keep forgetting to take my reusable bags with me and I’m spending a small fortune on new ones each time.

More Development raises Questions OPINION

Dear News Of The Area, I NOTE Deputy Mayor Chris Doohan’s article in the June 21 issue of News Of The Area under the heading ‘More Development’.

Cr Doohan waxes lyrical about the proposed Lifestyle Estate development on Medowie Road.

However, I would suggest it is not the councillor’s role to act as promoter for a private development and in spruiking the upside he overlooks his role to ensure Medowie residents get quality developments, not just some jobs, retail sales and rates income for council.

He also appears to overlook a number of pertinent facts which I believe include: The 238 dwellings are classed as ‘moveable’ homes although it is doubtful any of them will ever move anywhere. Obviously not masonry dwellings.

My understanding is that each home will sit cheek by jowl on block sizes of around 300sq metres of land. Very much like the high density 300sq. metre developments proposed by Town Planning some years ago and which were roundly rejected by the Medowie community.

The 238 dwellings are crammed into what appears to be about half of the overall site. This suggests that if this development is approved as it stands it will set a precedent and could be just stage one of more development on the site creating a veritable overcrowded community.

The 1.5 persons per ‘moveable’ home quoted is

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just an optimistic hope. There is no limit on the no. of people who can live in each dwelling and they are not planning two and three BR dwellings to sit mostly vacant.

That in turn could mean - perhaps another 200-300 cars or more with nowhere to go but onto Medowie Road. The proposal itself suggests an additional 95 vehicle trips per hour in peak hour.

There is also only one entry and one exit to and from Medowie Road. This must inevitably lead to traffic congestion on Medowie road and, worse, presents a high risk scenario in the case of fire with only one exit onto an already busy road.

Cr. Doohan is right when he says the development will bring jobs and economic benefits to the local community but is it in keeping with Medowie’s semirural lifestyle and the desires of residents?

With a value of only $130m on an estate containing 238 homes it suggests the development is high density and low cost. In addition, this writer understands that the developer will always retain ownership of all the land.

Medowie people need to make sure they are not becoming a dumping ground for high density, low cost developments.

Brian Bayly Medowie News Of The Area

$15 Million Dollar Spendin g Spree

Also counting their cash are the Raymond Terrace Soccer Club who have a $2,800 cheque in their hands.

The State Government PORT Stephens has seen more spending on the $1 million than its share of announcements dollar upgrades to Apex Park about State Government funded and Robinson Reserve is already projects over the past weeks under way and will continue with commitments for over $18 into the future.

The $810,000 Hunter courts million dollars being pledged.

The funds are, eight million video and evidence upgrades are completed spending dollars for Tomaree Communi ty Hospital’s OneHealth project, the Attorney-General visited Raymond Terrace Court House one million dollars Tea Gardens Police Station, and now adding to officially open the recently 6.7 million for the Tomaree completed work.

The $3 million koala hospital Coastal Walk, three million dollars for the Koala Hospital funds are being released to Port and $30,000 for Medowie Public Stephens Council. q Port Stephens Mayor Ryan “Everyone benefits from Palmer with Councillor School OSH Care.

Jaimie Abbott at the entry to these investments that make the Tomaree Coastal Walk Councillor Jaimie Abbott which will see a 6.7 million dollar Port Stephens a safer, more investment over a four told News Of The Area, “This year period. Photo by Marian is family-friendly Sampson. community a great commitment from the and enhances our special and safe for those who struggle Berejiklian Government, this projects that we as a Council funding is 2018/19 Budget recreational opportunities and on difficult tracks will be a announcements, with the funds love of sport.” fantastic experience for nature- have been advocating for in the time I have been at Council Councillor Abbott felt that loving allocated for the next financial are it is hard to choose the most missinglocals who have been now becoming a reality through year.” out.” she said. important investment being the state government working She believes that the Councillor Abbott has also made in Port Stephens at present made with us.

Tomaree Coastal Walk will strong representations in be “Two years ago I sat down completed over a four year “The Koala Hospital is iconic and relation to the fulfillment of the with the State Governme will preserve our beloved koalas $70 period. nt and million pledge to upgrade and ensure volunteers have the Nelson Bay Road and to plan the Nelson Bay and Port Stephens “These are not promises wasn’t on the radar, we can - they are secured, allocated resources they need, it’s a very Fingal Link Road. see special project, and making now that we are well and truly funds.” the Mayor Ryan Palmer said, coastal walk more accessible “Across on the radar,” he said.

Port Stephens a lot of

Work Function ends in Marriage

By Marian SAMPSON

STUDENTS from Tomaree Public School years 5 and 6 and Tomaree High School years and 8 joined together to learn7 about how snakes and lizards form part of the food chain.

Snake Tails was organised

by Tomaree High School Teacher Linda Hazell as it works with the current science curriculum.

On display were the Fierce Snake, The Australian Brown Snake, the tiger snake and the Red Belly Black Snake.

Presenter Bob Withey shared his experiences with snakes and a trip into Arnhem Land where he lived with Indigenous Australian mirroring the ways that theirs ancestors had lived on the land for thousands of years.

Along with the snakes students learnt about Goannas and Bearded Lizards.

The Snake Tails presentation also drew on sustainabl practices of the Indigenoue people who only take what theys can eat.

By Margie TIERNEY

NEWS Of The Area had reason to celebrate last week, when one of their favourite former employees tied the knot.

Tea Gardens local, Dawn Johnston married Neville Goodwin in a delightful ceremony at Brandy Hill.

The pair met two years ago at a News Of The Area work function at the Karuah RSL. It was love at first sight.

“I’ve married the woman of my dreams,” Neville said.

Dawn, recently retired from delivering the News Of The Area, after four years of loading up her car with hundreds of newspapers and heading off every Wednesday.

In all those years she only

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Snake Tails Share Indige nous Sustainable Practices

By Marian SAMPSON

Understanding the role that snakes and lizards play in the food chain is important to farmers as some farmers in South Australia are losing their crops to plagues of mice which can be well controlled with wild populations of snakes and lizards.

Bob’s snake tails presentation talked about the Indigenous diet and eating snakes and lizards which he explained to the students taste bit like chicken but with a mucha better flavour.

Linda Hazell told News Of The Area, “We had a similar show before with science theme however thisa time the theme is NAIDOC bringing Indigenous culture into the program,” she said.

She believes that this was good opportunity for studentsa to learn about the food chain and sustainable practices.

“This program was about sharing Indigenous culture with the wider school communit and it ties into the sciencey curriculum where year 7 and 8 students are studying living things and ecology.”

Dear News Of The Area,

I’m very pleased you brought this up, because although supermarkets are responding to the backlash from their plastic bag use and phasing them out, there is still plastic everywhere.

Cucumbers are wrapped in plastic, chopped up pieces of pumpkin and potato are wrapped in plastic (because apparently we’ve not only lost our minds, but also our ability to chop things up), mushrooms are pre-sliced and wrapped in plastic, and all this before we even leave the fruit and veg aisle. From there it’s just plastic city.

Given that our beautiful waterways are in a right old mess at the moment from the shipping container spill, plastic is on the public’s radar more than ever.

Now, the last line in your conundrum is easily solved. Since you probably have close to 50 reusable bags due to your forgetfulness, you just need to go to the pantry (right now, Mrs HQ, I want you to go right after you’ve finished reading this sentence; you can come back to me later) and put at least half your reusable bags in the boot of your car, in fact all readers do it now. I’m about to do the same.

Back so soon? Wasn’t too difficult was it? Now for the next dilemma, you can pop your fruit and vegies into one of your reusable bags, thereby saving the need to put them into the grotty trolley or another plastic bag. Don’t buy the pre-chopped rubbish. It’s heaps more expensive per kilo anyway. Or, you can do what they did on that vigilante YouTube video and gather with fellow rebels, discard all your plastic as you shop, make a big pile of plastic at the checkout, and maybe join together in a flash mob dance where you pretend to be happy little cauliflowers, carrots and cucumbers.

Alternatively, shop at one of the many farmers’ markets where they use string bags or baskets.

I hope this helps. Good on you for trying to media@newsofthearea.c om.au make a difference. missed one delivery day.

Dawn has lived in Tea Gardens for the past 12 years, but the newly weds have taken the plunge and are building a new home for their new life together in Karuah.

Wedding guests enjoyed a delicious celebration lunch at the River Hotel in Raymond Terrace.

“I couldn’t be happier,” Dawn said.

Wishing the couple well, Geoff Scully said, ”On behalf of the guests, which include friends from yesteryear, new friends and family, we wish you great longevity.”

“We hope that your next life together is as wonderful as you can make it, and we extend to you much love and affection.”

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Carpe diem, Jasminda.

Dawn Johnston tie the knot.

Winners of the Week

By Rachael

VAUGHAN Seaham School environment. they remained calm.

Cody used his own play Mikayla THIS week’s Positive Behaviour time Avery from to pick up rubbish near his Raymond for Learning (PBL) awards Terrace Public School were classroom without being asked for demonstrating outstanding presented by Steve from Michel’s to. community Patisserie service at by MarketPlace Hannah Williams from supporting younger Raymond Terrace. students Irrawang High School, through the school leadership for The winners for this week assisting an eight year old program and maintaining the were; student from Irrawang Public appropriate flying of flags for Lily Kennedy from School back to the high school the community to see.

Karuah Public School, Harry Teat from Medowie for sick bay her outstanding behaviour following after he cut his head Public School, for giving up a fall at the bus stop. every day, and everywher e, Jack Moyle from Salt Ash his seat on the school bus to a particularly on the bus. student who was Public School, for outstandin g bus for the first travelling by Lily was personally chosen considerat time because by the bus company to become setting, ion of others in all the bus was full. including at school, a bus monitor because of Kayla Gorman-Ansell from how on excursions and in the Grahamstown Public she conducts herself whilst communit School, y. who is to travelling on the bus.

He always displays positive her actions.be commended for Jhaquai Boney from values everywhere he goes.

She walked past the Irrawang Public School, for Brandon Sinclair from preschool just after children returning a mobile phone that Hunter River High School, had thrown over some toys, for he found to the rightful owner, showing respect and acting and she instantly put them back and also for caring for a lost responsibly on an excursion over the fence for the children. child at MarketPlace until their when a fellow student endured Well done students for found their parent. displaying a medical incident. these positive Cody Heard from Seaham Brandon assisted in taking behaviours for your fellow Public School, for his care of the care of the student and ensured students and community members.

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THIS week’s Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) were presented their awards by a passionate community member, Mrs Tara Ball, from Raymond Terrace Bowling Club.

This week’s awardees were; Marley Blundell, from Medowie Public School for independently picking up rubbish at the conclusion of the Star Struck matinee performance to ensure the Newcastle Entertainment

Centre was left in a clean and tidy state.

Tarran Donn, from Irrawang Public School, for looking after younger students on the bus to ensure they make it to and from school safely.

Jakob May, from Salt Ash

Public School, for looking after younger students at Star Struck.

He ensured all students were safe walking through the crowds, continuously doing head counts and even assisted in carrying their belongings.

Faith Wilkes, from Raymond Terrace Public

School, for representing her school at Star Struck, looking after members of the Star Struck team, and following the PBL community expectations during the three days and nights of Star Struck.

Ryan Allison, from Irrawang High School, for volunteering at the school

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By Marian SAMPSON A WEEK of great breaks has seen some of great efforts in the 2018 ECS Boards SUP State Titles which saw seven new NSW champions crowned at the Port Stephens Surf Festival.

The Port Stephens Surf Festival comprises of the 2018 ECS Boards SUP State Titles and the 2018 Australian Skin Cancer Clinics NSW Longboard Titles presented by HIF and decided the NSW Teams for the upcoming Australian SUP Titles in Currumbin and the Australian Longboard Titles at Tweed Heads.

Despite some horrific weather on the NSW coastline, longboard competitors were

Stretton Takes Out Junior greeted with punchy twofoot peaks for the Australian Skin Cancer Clinics NSW Longboard Titles at One Mile Beach at the Port Stephens Surf Festival.

The five day event saw Anna Bay’s Josh Stretton aged 16 crowned winner of the NSW Junior Men’s NSW SUP. Stretton posted two mammoth heat totals in the 17.00 point range to gain the upper hand against the opposition and claim the division convincingly.

Stretton also took out second place in the 10 foot men’s surfing division and shows promise for the future.

The event was held at One Mile Beach where the waves gave competitors an excellent opportunity to show their

skills.

Josh Stretton told News Of The Area, “I’m really proud to be representing NSW at the Australian Titles, especially with only one junior from each state.”

“I’ve been surfing for 13 years, I can’t really remember not surfing,” he said.

As a result of the win Josh Stretton will be representing NSW, competing in the Australian SUP Titles in November at Currumbin on the Gold Coast.

Mayor Ryan palmer told News Of The Area, “It is a great result for Josh Stretton our local winner to be competing and winning at the highest level right here in his own backyard.

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Lachlan Johnson, from Karuah Public School, for following instructions and using excellent manners in the local IGA. Stella Sandeman, from Grahamstown Public School, for looking after the younger students at Star Struck.

Laura Moir, from Seaham Public School, who found a considerable amount of money in the playground.

She ensured it was reported to the school, and returned to the student who lost it.

Joanna Downey, from Hunter River High School, who is nominated for her caring and respectful manner.

She was a wonderful role model for younger students during an Aboriginal dance performance.

After the performance, Joanna took time to thank the performer and helped out by carrying equipment back to the performers car.

Congratulations to this week’s winner, it is wonderful to see so many young people every week conducting themselves in the PBL way.

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ACTING on a Notice of Motion from Cr Jamie Abbott, Port Stephens Council this week called on the NSW Government to provide funding and support for the construction of two major roads in Port Stephens.Cr Abbott called for the promised duplication of Nelson Bay Road and further requested that Fingal Bay Link Road be re-classified as a State Road and funded and constructed by NSW Roads and Maritime Services.

Speaking during the meeting, Cr Abbott said Premier Berejiklian needed to fulfil the government’s promise to the people of Port Stephens to solve significant traffic issues in the area.

“Over the long weekend, with a moderate increase in traffic, we saw our two biggest road issues come to the fore yet again,” she said.

“Nelson Bay Road has been promised previously and I’m calling on the Premier and her government to deliver on a promise. It’s as simple as that.”

Cr Abbott also called for government support to make the Fingal Bay Link Road a reality.

“This vital Link road is simply too much for us, as a Council, to undertake as a Council road. So I’m calling on Roads Minister Pavey to reclassify it as a State Road and work with Council and the community to deliver this key project.”

In fully supporting the motion, Mayor Ryan Palmer said delivery of the two major road projects would make a huge difference to people on the Tomaree Peninsula.

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at Allianz Stadium was an awesome experience for the young children from Port Stephens.

Mr Johan Kruger, coach of the Mini Marauders, Medowie’s Junior Rugby Union Club told News Of The Area, “I watched our Mini Marauders take the field with the Wallabies and felt an enormous sense of pride.”

“One of my favourite moments of the night was when one of the young boys from our Club, Robert Cook came up to me and in the most excited state said to me, Johan, next year I am going to be on the field again, but this time I am going to be a Wallaby player.”

Mr Kruger thanked assistant coaches, Mr Shannon Wither and Mr Adam Wade for their support in getting the event organised.

“Taking 23 little kids halfway around the stadium through the massive crowd

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“Our kids were at their best behaviour.”

“It was really a big privilege to share the moment with the Nelson Bay Rugby Club.”

“Their kids was so excited to run out with the Irish.”

“Port Stephens was well represented on the day.”

Ben Campbell (6), from Medowie was delighted to be selected along with his classmates and other Medowie boys—and one girl—to run on field with the Australian team.

News Of The Area asked, what was it like to run on the field?

Ben replied, “It was a bit scary but it was so much fun because I wasn’t expecting so many people to be there.”

The Medowie Marauders Junior Rugby Union Club are looking to expand their club and are on the lookout for children from aged 5 upwards to join.

Boys and girls are most welcome to join the Club and with the rise of women’s teams in all football codes, there are clear career paths for women in football in Australia.

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