Lithgow Village Voice Newspaper #11

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16 May 2014

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Future culinary stars turn up the heat at Portland Central School

By Rich Evans Everyone loves a good cooking showdown thanks to the popularity of shows such as Masterchef and My Kitchen Rules.

This week, Portland Central School played host

Inside this issue Family following a well worn path on horse back pg 3 >

to its very own cooking competition, with the Zone Skill Off for two World Skills Commercial Cookery students, Darcy McMaster from Red Bend Catholic College in Forbes and Nataya Ritchie from Five Islands College in Wollongong.

Portland was chosen as one of the local schools to host the cooking part of the event as the facilities in the Food Tech department are state of the art.

Carolyn Murphy, the Industry Links Officer for the DEC in our region, commented on how accommodating, welcoming and enthusiastic Portland Central School was in supporting the competition as best as they could.

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From the Editor Coming in to our 11th issue we are only one issue away from hitting the first major milestone we wanted to hit within 12 issues. A lot has happened over that time: • our circulation started at 5000 papers per week, now we are at 7000.

• our page count started at 16, now we are up to 24 • 11 weeks ago no one had heard of the Village Voice, now people greet us in the street and congratulate us on the paper.

The journey so far has not been without challenges, but we are very happy with where things are today. For now.

In the coming weeks we will be adding some new sections into the paper. I won’t go into too much detail about now, but I am sure it will give you all another reason to look forward to receiving your Village Voice each week.

Exciting times ahead.

One of the stories in this week’s edition relates to the Celebrate Lithgow ‘rumors’ sweeping through social media off the back of a story published elsewhere last week.

We hope that by the time you finish reading our story - the situation will be a lot clearer, and you will see that, while all the parties involved may not see eye to eye on everything, they certainly agree that we need some sort of event to showcase our great region, for the good of all the communities in the Lithgow region.

It is important to recognise how these chinese whispers can destroy the good work done by so many people for such a long time by laying the

blame at the feet of people who are only guilty of trying to do the right thing with the resources they have.

The other big news doing the rounds this week is the budget. There were a lot of surprises in there for families that are already doing it tough. As a region that has just seen a number of jobs lost, some of the new budget policies will have a severe impact on our most vulnerable, and while the government is telling us there are hard choices to be made to make up for the mistakes of the past, and plan for a better future, we live in the now. We have to put food on the table and keep the electricity on now, not in 10 years time, and certainly not 5 years ago.

The sad reality is, however, that we can’t do a great deal about it. We don’t get to make the decisions, we just get to make the most of our situation. I choose to continue to sink my time and money into my business, to push forward to a brighter future for my own family, and to do my best to help the community around me.

Your Say Next issue we hit #12. even thoough it is not 3 months to the day due to this 5 week month, it is 3 months worth of papers... so to speak.

We would like to know what you would like to see more or less of.

Please write to us and give us your thoughts, good and bad, so we can continue to deliver you a newspaper you enjoy reading.

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Family following a well worn path On Monday evening, a small group of horse riders paused for the night at Wallerawang, camping at a small camp ground behind the Sailing Club Shed on Lake Wallace.

Carol Geraghty and her two sons Walter, 12, and Jacob, 14, are six months into an epic trek spanning an extraordinary 5,330 kilometres from Healesville in Victoria to Cooktown in tropical far north Queensland.

The riders are travelling the Bicentennial National Trail, Australia’s premier long-distance trekking route. The trail follows the foothills of the Great Dividing Range and the Eastern Escarpment.

Anyone who chooses to travel the trail needs to be self-reliant and willing to live up to the strain of this uniquely Australian adventure. Extended expeditions on the trail are not undertaken lightly, as Carol, Walter and Jacob know. Travelling such a vast distance, whether it is by horse, bike or on foot can take its toll. In order to complete the trail successfully the travellers need significant preparation, fitness, equipment and backup.

Carol, Walter and Jacob, however did not focus on the strain of the journey when talking about their experiences, but spoke instead of the highlights such an adventure has to offer.

Tired, but undeterred by the recent cold, the riders spoke of the amazing countryside they had passed through on the trail. They said that it was an unparalleled experience as The

Bicentennial National Trail offers some of the most spectacular scenery on Australia’s eastern seaboard, passing through some of Australia’s most inaccessible and wild countryside.

Travelling the Bicentennial Trail is a lifelong dream for Carol, who has previously ridden portions of the trail, but never completed the entire journey. She said that doing the entire trail with Walter and Jacob is a gift to her boys and that they are all benefiting from the family adventure. The two boys, who have bonded closely with the horses and with each other during the journey seem to agree.

Carol is currently undertaking the journey on foot, while Walter and Jacob ride on their ponies, and two pack horses carry their camping gear to keep everything dry. Carol would like to replace her horse soon, but until then she will continue to walk alongside her boys.

Carol said that their expected arrival in

Cooktown, having travelled the full 5,330 kilometres from Healesville, is late this year, a full 12 months after their departure.

This is a great family adventure, and one that given the time, many of us I am sure, would thoroughly enjoy.

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Local resident is walking to end all women’s cancers The Weekend to End Women’s Cancers celebrates its 2ndyear!

Nicole Kirby of Lithgow is gearing up for the 2015 Weekend to End Women’s Cancers benefiting the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research.

She will be joined by thousands of women and men who share a common goal of ending all women’s cancers. Participants will walk 60km in the course of two-days on March 28 & 29, 2015.

With 1 in 3 Australian women diagnosed with cancer before the age of 85, Nicole rightly viewed the Weekend to End Women’s Cancers as a call to action. She is rallying for the cause because she knows more needs to be done to solve this issue.

Local businesses are getting behind the fundraising with Westfund giving $250 and many others giving what they can afford. Williams & Sons butchery at Portland have also been big contributors to the cause. Nicole will also be

selling raffle tickets around town to win a 10kg block of chocolate, so if you see her around be sure to offer her your support.

Participants are supported along the journey by hundreds of volunteers and crew members, providing them with food & hydration, portable washrooms, safety on the road, comprehensive medical services and an overnight campsite complete with tents and hot showers.

This is the 2nd Weekend to End Women’s Cancers in Perth. To date The Weekend has raised $2.2 million. Funds raised through The Perth Weekend will support life-saving research for breast and ovarian cancers in WA. Nicole is inviting anyone who is up for the bold challenge to join her team or register as an individual, while spaces are still available. For more information visit www.endcancer.org.au or call 1300 99 WALK (9255).

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NEWS Continued from front page Carolyn mentioned that the event wouldn’t have run as smoothly as it did without the assistance of Principal Murray Borham and Food Tech teacher Gai Hine.

The menu for Thursday’s challenge was an entree of Caesar Salad, a main of Chicken Schnitzel with turned potatoes and a tomato concasse, with a dessert of poached pear with creme anglaise.

Both girls where supplied the menu in advance so they could prepare and they be cooked the same menu for judging on Thursday.

Thursday was the Zone Skill Off, which means that Nataya Ritchie, who won by 3 marks, will now be included in 1 of 3 NSW teams of varying subjects like Construction and Metalwork & Engineering to travel to Perth for the National Finals.

Judging the girls were Karen Pickering, Senior Pathways Officer with the Department of Education and Robin Marshall, Hospitality

Teacher from Orange. Karen said the main areas for judging were Safety & Hygiene, time management and ability to plan. She added that the food skills and presentation of the dish also made up a large percentage of the mark.

As for the girls competing, they both have very bright futures. Darcy actually hails from Lightning Ridge and boards at Red Bend Catholic College, which she loves. After school, she is hoping to go to University or even TAFE to study Food & Hospitality. She would like to eventually get a job as a chef as she likes hands-on work best.

Nataya currently works part time at Caveau a French restaurant in Wollongong and the only hatted restaurant in the area. After school, she wants to go to University to study languages such as Mandarin and to do a business studies course, however, she is still undecided as she’s also considering a fashion course, and likes creative pursuits.

Brave the cold to help the homeless The Mission Australia - Winter Sleepout is coming to Lithgow, with a fundraiser to be held at Queen Elizabeth Park, 1pm-4pm, on Saturday 31 May. The Sleepout, an initiative of Mission Australia, raises funds to help those families who have no home. With winter fast approaching, it’s easy to imagine that the outlook is bleak for those who have nowhere to call their own during these cold months.

More than 105,000 Australians are homeless on any given night; including thousands of families. Over the past 26 years, Mission Australia’s Annual Winter Sleepout has made a significant difference to those in need.

In the past the Winter Sleepout has happened in Martin Place, on the Opera House steps, in Goulburn, in Brisbane and even at Taronga Zoo. But now the Winter Sleepout 2014 is all about staying local, and communities across Australia will be taking part.

In Lithgow the Sleepout will kick off during the day with a fun day for the family at Queen Elizabeth Park. The event will include a fundraising BBQ from 1pm-4pm, clowns, face painting, kids tattoos, and a special dance performance by the students from the Prudence Swarz Dance Academy.

After the BBQ a small team will be continuing the night in the park, sleeping out to show their awareness that homelessness is in our backyard.

Last year, Mission Australia operated 104 services specifically to assist in the prevention or relief of homelessness. The funds raised by the Winter Sleepout will be supporting vital homelessness services the reach out of people in need, many of them families with young children.

Editor’s note: As one of the original members of the CEO Sleepout in Sydney, back in 2006, I will be participating and supporting this event to help bring attention to the plight of our homeless. Although the temps in Lithgow are likely to be a lot cooler than they were in Sydney way back in the day... I am sure we will survive.

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NEWS

Saving more than just the environment

By Rich Evans Saturday morning was a chilly and gray affair.

Nothing unusual for this time of year around Lithgow, it was a morning when most of us would choose to stay warm in front of the fire and relax after a hard week at work.

Not Paul Engeler. He was to be found at Hassans Walls, or more correctly at the bottom of the walls, hauling rubbish and discarded household items from the bush.

The items he was clearing, back up and over the top, defied belief. There were the usual bags of rubbish, broken glass, and thoughtlessly disposed litter. But there were also things like half a spa bath -- not a whole one, half. There were other large pieces of rubbish, such as a broken TV, and a number of fridges that show sadly, many in the community don’t see this area as a beautiful piece of our natural heritage, but rather as a convenient dumping ground for items they no longer need.

Despite the obvious crime against nature, not to mention the actual crime of littering, what is most concerning about the rubbish for Paul is the risk it poses to his other passions, abseiling and youth outreach.

Paul is a man on a mission. Coming from a past that saw violence as the norm he found himself in the position of slipping in to that life himself.

Friends and associates committing suicide, and dying from drug overdoses, was enough to help him see that there was another life for him, if he was prepared to do the work to achieve it.

He is one of the lucky ones, with enough drive and positive ambition he did turn his life around.

However, todays youth are not so lucky he says.

“Kids today risk falling between the cracks. If they have no one to give them some positive guidance and show them what they can do if they try” Paul takes kids that have started falling

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On Saturday, he had a young man with him who had recently seen some challenges, but instead of going out drinking with his friends on Friday night, had got a good nights sleep, so he could learn more about abseiling with Paul the next day. This was done at the request of the youth’s mother, a friend of Paul’s.

“She just wants to give her son the right opportunities, and we have been discussing responsibility and positive choices all morning.

Even the fact he turned up is a great start,” said Paul.

Despite the good work he is doing for the environment and our disaffected youth, Paul is doing this all on his own. His work is not a funded venture through any organisation as, sadly, he often finds his own troubled past presents issues for him in working toward what he is trying to achieve now.

“That is what these kids don’t get, things they do now will still be haunting them in 20 years,” he said One of the other finds of the day was a long forgotten stone staircase, carved right out of the rocks, leading down to the bottom of the valley.

Covered by years of detritus fallen from the trees, the stairs had been entirely obscured, but sustainbly builtattention, cabins they provide all the with some gentle were revealed.

Forgotten by most, much like the climbing walls all through the area.

“The new walkway is fantastic to be able to see that view, but these are some of the best climbing walls around, and rather than take our children

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out of the area, we should be promoting the area to climbers and bring in tourists to this area.”

If that does come to pass, as Paul hopes it will, we will all be thankful that he cared enough to remove the rubbish from the area.

The community needs more people like Paul that care enough about the things they see around them to do something about it, no matter what roadblocks are put in their way.

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So, What is really going on with Celebrate Lithgow?

Celebrate Lithgow has long been a fixture on the calendar for the community, as event that everyone looks forward to each year.

So it is understandable there was some backlash from the community when its apparent demise was reported last week.

After 17 years of extraordinarily hard work, the current organising committee has decided to call it a day. Janelle Johnstone & Sally Taylor announced they would no longer be organising the Clebrate Lithgow event, but were willing to give their blessing and support if someone else was prepared to take up the challenge.

Lithgow has a great history of festivals, and many are remembered with fondness, particularly the Main Street Parade that formed part of the Festival of the Valley so many years ago. Celebrate Lithgow started from an idea that was formed when Janelle attended a government workshop on different ways to promote regional areas.

“The workshop covered what sort of ideas there were to promote regional areas, and I thought why not a expo style event to showcase Lithgow and the surrounding villages,” she said.

Over the last 17 years, the festival has grown and grown, reaching its watershed moment in 2013 when over $25,000 was raised to donate to the local Rural Fire Services who had just battled our horrific bushfires.

Throughout its history the event has attracted big name talent, including Gina Jeffries & Adam Brandt, and grown to the point where it became a festival of celebration, lasting a full week.

It is important to recognise the work that goes into organising an event like this, by all members of the committees involved and the volunteers that assist on the day. It is not something that is easy to understand unless you have peeked behind the curtain of the event and seen the heartache, last minute changes, issues on the day and the overwhelming anxiety associated with organising the event.

When the LBA formed a new committee recently, there were questions as to whether the organisation would continue the Celebrate Lithgow festival. President of the LBA, Anthony Beard, and the entire committee were informed by the past committee that Celebrate Lithgow was not an event managed by the LBA, although it did actually involve the same people.

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supportive of the event, and would like to continue as a supporter and sponsor, but did not have the resources to put the event on, particularly at this late stage of the year, when no planning had been done and the event was only 6 months away.”

As it turns out, there was more to the story.

After further research, it was determined the LBA was actually the overarching organisation for the event for the purposes of insurance and funding, and therefore, can be seen to be the ones who put the event on, despite previously having been told otherwise.

That brings us to the situation we have today.

The LBA is now aware that it has been responsible for Celebrate Lithgow in the past and, in light of this, the LBA will be doing everything it can to work with others in the region to organise an event to showcase the Lithgow community.

Local festival legend and all around nice guy Macgregor Ross has put his hand up to be involved in organising an event. With a meeting taking place soon between stakeholders in the LBA and the council, it is fair to say that all these people have one thing in common: they all want to see an event that showcases the Lithgow region and all

agree it should be marketed outside the region to showcase our best assets to the communities that surround us.

“I can see that we could really develop the Celebrate Lithgow into a full weekend event to showcase the best of what the businesses in the area have to offer, not just down Main Street, but into other areas also,” said Mr Ross There is no doubt that with so many communityminded people focussing on this issue, we will see an event that will certainly be as exciting as it has been in the past, with a fresh new team involved, and the potential grow even further.

“The LBA is 100% behind any event that showcases the Lithgow region, and helps our business community expand their opportunities.

If we can find a way to bring a festival together we will ensure we do everything we can to make that a reality” Said Mr Beard So at this stage it would be wise to keep that weekend marked in your calendar, as it is very likely it will be a big one in Lithgow.

Celebrity Gardener visits the Lithgow Garden Club Jennifer Stackhouse, horticulturist and garden writer, was the guest speaker at the Lithgow Garden Club this May. Over fifty passionate gardening regulars, and a wonderful bunch of new gardeners came to hear her speak, undeterred by a bitterly cold afternoon.

During her talk Jennifer shared, with candor and joy, the pleasure of ‘house shopping’ in Tasmania and the sadness of leaving behind an established garden on her beautiful property at Kurmond.

Her new home is in Barrington, Tasmania, and is an old Federation house nestled in a verdant valley, with an acre of established gardens in rich volcanic soil, chooks, veggies, orchard, and a lifestyle that sounds idyllic.

Jennifer was a delightful speaker, generous with all the questions that came her way and open to offering some handy hints and ideas. Some of her advice included:

“Wychwood Garden at Mole Creek is one of the best gardens in Tasmanis to visit, keep it in mind, you just never know.

“Daphne’s are a capricious plant, however, try Daphne Eternal Fragrance in a pot or Daphne Pink Fragrance in the ground, both are hardy and frost tolerant. For winter colour, plant a Daphne in a large pot with primulas as they like well drained soil.”

Follow Jennifer on www.gardendrum.com to hear more about her move to Barrinton Tasmania.

Lithgow District Garden Club’s next meeting is on Monday 2 June, at 2pm, at Hoskins Hall, Lithgow. We share a love gardens and gardening; whether you have acres of gardens or nothing more than a single pot plant, come along and you will be made most welcome. For more info email lithgowgardenclub@gmail.com or contact Kerry Klemens on 6355 1797.

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National Trust Heritage Festival 2014

A day of talks on Lithgow’s history will be hosted by the Lithgow Library Learning Centre during May as part of the National Trust Heritage Festival 2014.

Lithgow’s local history is rich and varied. It is made up of stories about people, their journeys, their struggles, their triumphs and their legacies.

There are stories about Lithgow’s long history of involvement and contributions to politics; stories about the use and development of the Land, and; stories about the buildings, some still here, some gone, and many more vastly changed.

The theme of these talks is “Journeys and Lithgow”, and covers subjects such as ocean journeys to Lithgow from other lands, the journey of Sir Joseph and Dame Mary Cook, the arrival of prefabricated homes to Lithgow and a trip down Main Street from the 1870’s to now.

“Lithgow would not be the city it is if it wasn’t for the people who built our community making these journeys,” said Lithgow City Council Mayor Maree Statham. “I encourage everyone to come along to the Library to hear these fascinating stories.”

This day of history talks will take place on Saturday 24 May 2014 from 10.00am to 3.00pm, and will feature a number of guest speakers including Ray Christison, Wendy Hawkes, Miriam Scott, Ann Byrnes, Vince Vandyke and Mark Langdon.

For more information on the day or to register your attendance please contact the library on: (02) 6352 9100.

Waste2Art 2014 Exhibition Opening

The official Opening of Lithgow’s Waste2Art 2014 Exhibition was celebrated with much fun and laughter on Friday 9 May 2014 at Eskbank House & Museum.

“The recycling message that is spread through this exhibition is so important,” said the Mayor “I have increased my recycling since seeing last year’s exhibition and realising that so much of what we throw out can be reused and recycled.”

“This year it is exciting to see so many children’s entries and I hope this is a trend that continues.”

Clare McAdam’s Furbrella was chosen as the best in show.

This winners of the other categories are: Primary 3 Dimensional – Alysha Connor

High School 3 Dimensional – Skye Hoffman High School Functional – Jazmin Ravesi Community 3 Dimensional – Clare McAdam Community 2 Dimensional – Clare McAdam Community Functional – Laraine Spice Open 3 Dimensional – Michael Green The winners from each section will go on to the Regional Waste2Art Exhibition to be held in Dubbo in June.

The exhibition runs until Sunday 1 June 2014 in the Courtyard Gallery at Eskbank House and Museum which is open Wednesday to Sunday 10.00am to 4.00pm.

Laneway Exhibition wraps up

It’s Movie Time!

The Lithgow Valley Community Cinema will be showing an American double feature this weekend. On Sunday, the films California Suite and Leonard Part 6 will be showing back to back from 2pm.

Admission to the films is by subscription.

Everyone is invited to come along and new members are always welcome.

All sessions include complimentary morning/afternoon tea or supper during the interval or after the movie session.

Please contact the Community Cinema on 6353 1897 for further information or to become a member.

The colourful art exhibition by Ludwena Roebuck in the Main Street laneway leading to Woolworths will come to a close this coming weekend.

It has been very successful and Lithgow Tidy Towns, who sponsored the exhibition, is very pleased with the people’s reactions as they walked through the lane, most stopping at each crazy piece of ‘waste to art’ to stop, look and take photos.

The reaction has been very positive with probably over 3000 – 4000 people going through.

“Due to local media and Facebook, the exhibition also attracted visitors from outside Lithgow, day visitors came from Sydney by train and some from Bathurst”, said Mrs Sue Graves, Chairperson of Lithgow Tidy Towns.

“We have talked to many people in the lane with some telling us that they were visitors to town and some had come especially to visit the exhibition; all were very complimentary about Ludwina’s creative talent, with only a couple of negative comments”, she said.

Mrs Graves said “It has been a huge success; we are extremely pleased”.

Every piece in the exhibition is for sale, some having sold already.

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Keeping staff local How do you make sure you get the best staff in your business

By Michael Todd It’s a common fact that many local business owners have to compete with more lucrative parts of the country in terms of retaining employees. In most cases, there is more money, more options and more ‘bright lights’ in other areas. This means that we are doing it tough to keep our skilled staff from poachers in so-called better areas.

‘Better areas’ is used as loosely as possible.

I believe there are a few ways that our business owners can keep staff, but were just not trying hard enough. The days that we can’t compete with working conditions are gone in my eyes.

What about professional development, lifestyle, and flexibility?

Many business owners I speak with seem to view employee training and development as more optional than essential. This can be costly to both short-term profits and long-term progress.

The primary reason training is considered

optional by so many business owners is because it’s viewed more as an expense than an investment. As a result, business owners frequently send their people to training courses that seem right and sound good without knowing what to expect in return. But without measurable results, it’s almost impossible to view training as anything more than an expense.

Up skilling staff is an obvious benefit to business owners. But how important is it in keeping staff? I think its paramount. If staff know you value them and want them to progress, they are going to have a positive reaction because they feel a part of the ongoing success of your business.

Lifestyle is also a selling point to work locally.

How much do you value working close to home?

I love it and value it so high, your staff does to.

Some have family and the idea of spending the maximum amount of time with them is the most important factor when choosing where to work.

The other way to keep staff is exercising the word flexibility. How much does it cost your business to let a staff member pick up their kids from school, or attend a doctor’s appointment during office hours, as opposed to not having them at all? Offering flexibility to employees can weigh in on an employee’s decision to stay or go.

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Michael Todd is the Small Biz Connect Advisor – Penrith Valley BEC. He services clients all through the mountains and can be reached on 02 4721 5011.

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Proprietor, Glenda Anthes treated ladies to drinks and snacks and showcased her new range of winter clothes and lingerie.

Glenda stocks a large range of apparel to suit all shapes and sizes.

The day included lucky door prizes, generous discounts for attendees and refreshments, and of course good company.

How will the budget affect your business?

The 2014 Federal budget is going to affect people across Australia and business owners are no different.

While it will take some time for the results of the new budget to come out in the wash, it’s not hard to tell that the budget will affect businesses in the Lithgow region, both for the good and the bad.

If you have an opinion on the new budget and

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Phone and internet scams never seem to give up Lee Mitchell, Lithgow Technology Services There have been many scams that have been perpetrated upon us over the years via the internet and telephone, from the simplest to the most complex.

Many of us are now aware that Microsoft ‘does not call your home’ and offer to help you with your computer under any circumstances, especially when you don’t own a computer.

In recent times the elaborate nature of some of these scams has taken a new turn.

The ‘Avoid a Court Appearance’ scam is one such very convincing and elaborate scam.

If you are targeted by this scam you may receive a phone call advising you that you must attend a court hearing or alternatively settle the outstanding debt via a legal firm.

Some who are targeted by this scam are even threatened with police and arrest warrants due to outstanding debts.

You may be given the contact details of what may actually be a legitimate overseas company,

but when you call you will be passed on to an overseas call centre to settle your ‘alleged debt’.

The object is to get you to pay money you do not own, and you should never have to pay.

These scams prey on the most vulnerable in the community, often targeting those with poor memory and the elderly.

We would strongly recommend that you sign up for the ‘Do Not Call Register’, which will filter some of the calls.

For those who have access to the internet, we suggest you go to http://www.scamwatch.gov.au/ As these scams are performed on ‘postcode’ basis, we as a community have the opportunity to work together using technology to thwart the efforts of these scammers.

If people like our business on Facebook, then post to our ‘Lithgow Technology Services’ page when they have received an attempted scam call or email, with the co-operation of other Facebook pages and the media, we can work together to protect the vulnerable in our community.

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Business coaching is not for everyone

By Ben Fewtrell, CEO ActionCoach Corporate Australia

NUMBER ONE: ARE YOU OPEN TO NEW IDEAS?

Unless you have been hiding under a rock somewhere or haven’t been in touch with what’s out there in the business community, you’ve learned that business coaching is fast growing. It’s a very popular thing to do and business coaching is one of those things that you’re either ready for or you’re not.

I have a lot of people talk to me about business coaching and wonder what will they get out of being coached by a business coach and how it actually works. Well I’m here to say that business coaching is not for everybody. Now why would I say that? Why wouldn’t you think I’d go, “Business coaching is for everyone!” Really, do I want every business owner in Australia to have a business coach? Yes. Do I think it would be a good idea for every owner in Australia to have a business coach?

The answer is yes, I think it would. No different if a business owner has an accountant or lawyer, etc.

A business should have a business coach.

Now having said that, I’m a firm believer that business coaching does not suit everybody. That doesn’t mean that business coaching isn’t good, what it means is that for some of you, you’re just not ready to be pushed. You’re not ready to be coached.

You might verbalise and say, “I’d love some help to grow my business,” but when pinch comes to pinch, push comes to push, and a coach starts working with you, you crumble. That’s because you’re just not ready and that’s okay. If you’re not ready right now, that’s okay. But look at yourself and go, “Well why isn’t it that I’m not prepared to do whatever it takes? Why is it that I’m uncomfortable with being challenged or pushed or stretched out of my comfort zone? What is it about me that I need to change to be more coachable, more adaptable and ready to change?”

Because really that’s what it’s about.

So if you’re asking yourself if you’re ready for business coaching, here’s a few questions you could ask yourself:

If you didn’t answer yes to that, forget it. You’ve got to be open to new ideas. If you’re going to do the same old thing you’ve always done and expect to get a different result, well then, that’s the definition of insanity. So, are you open to new ideas? If the answer’s yes, great.

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NUMBER TWO: ARE YOU WILLING TO TRY THINGS THAT ARE OUTSIDE OF THE NORM? Business coaching is going to push your thinking. They’re going to stretch your comfort zone. So are you ready to try some things that are going to make you uncomfortable? If the answer’s yes, good news, you’re coachable. If the answer’s no, you don’t want to be made uncomfortable, then coaching’s probably not for you. It’s that simple.

NUMBER FOUR: ARE YOU WILLING TO EXPERIENCE MASSIVE GROWTH IN YOUR BUSINESS? You know a business coach doesn’t want to work with you just for little tiny changes, they want to help you make the changes to achieve your goals. If you’re not willing to make these changes, if you’re not willing to have growth, whether it’s in money or size, I’m talking about growth it could be a personal growth, mentally. It could be reducing the amount of hours you’re working in the business. If you’re not ready to make those personal changes, then you’re probably not going to coachable.

So as you can see, there’s several questions you need to ask to see whether or not you’re actually coachable. Is business coaching for everyone? No, it’s not for everybody.

NUMBER THREE: ARE YOU READY TO INVEST SOME ADDITIONAL TIME IN WORKING ON YOURSELF? If you answered no to that, then don’t do coaching. You’re going to have to improve your knowledge if you’re going to earn more money.

For me the word “earn,” I want you to put an “l” in front of that, which is like a big L plate. You need to learn more before you can earn more.

You need to be willing to do extra learning, and I mean in addition to working with a business coach. That means going to other workshops, reading books, downloading audio and listening to other speakers, and mixing and networking with different people. If you’re not willing to do that, well then you’re probably not coachable.

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A strong and stable property market The Australian property market is currently experiencing a transition to a negotiators market - a market where buyers are no longer willing to unquestioningly meet vendor’s pricing expectations.

By Charles Tarbey This means vendors should look to select a real estate agent who’s able to negotiate on their behalf. In my experience, there’s one simple and effective method for gauging a real estate agent’s negotiating skills.

This method requires vendors to examine how the agent negotiates for their commission. Why? Because a real estate agent who’s able to negotiate a fair price for their services is going to be far more likely to be able to negotiate a fair price for your home.

It’s still just as important to select an agent who is responsive, communicates clearly and presents a strong, well thought out marketing plan, however, considering negotiation skills should form a significant part of your selection criteria.

The shift to a negotiators market is evidenced by the recent slow-down in capital growth. Over the first quarter of this year, property values grew

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by 3.5 per cent while in May, values grew by only 0.3 per cent. While the slowdown could be a factor of seasonality (as stronger price growth is usually reported in February and May after the Christmas break) it still serves as an important indicator.

Banks and valuers are also starting to become more conservative after last year’s strong house price growth, another mechanism which will help to ensure future price growth in the property market is steady and sustainable.

Steady and sustainable price growth is imperative to a strong, healthy Australian property market and due to all of the reasons listed above I believe that it’s unlikely that we’ll see value growth in the second half of this year outpace the value growth seen so far in 2014.

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High on the Hill Approximately 10 years young this 4 bedroom brick veneer home offers great value in today’s market a would be suited to either the owner occupier or investor. Airy open plan dinning/living with separate lounge, neat kitchen and bathroom. Built in wardrobes to all bedrooms. Single garage UMR. Ducted gas heating. Commanding views with a great mountain backdrop.

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Mirror Mirror on the wall Mirrors are usually used as the main attraction in a room, however, sometimes they can be used to purely maximise a room & create more space.

By Maddie Risby Mirrors can be placed in almost every room and even look amazing outdoors. They come in so many styles & choices that you are bound to find the right one without difficulty.

Oversized wall mirrors are practical. When placed in smaller rooms they visually expand the room & create the illusion that there is more space.

Floor mirrors are great for creating that dramatic look in a room and are handy when there are no full-sized mirrors in the house.

Mirrors with decorative features on them are great for statement pieces. They are not usually used for functionality but more for display purposes. Placing two or three smaller mirrors next to each other is a fabulous way to jazz up a room and be a bit more unique. There are so many textures available when choosing a mirror, with wood and metal being the most popular.

The one rule when using mirrors to decorate is to never use ceiling mirrors especially in a bedroom. They are tacky and resemble a retro seventies movie. If you want to add a retro look, opt for a mirror that has funky patterns on it or even a bright bold mirror that stands out.

Creating a home with your own personal touch is important and with the wide selection of mirrors available these days, you will achieve this look without hesitation. Mirrors reflect light which brightens & livens up a room. Try using mirrors in varying sizes & with different coloured frames to create a glowing atmosphere. Make sure to choose one that will catch a visitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s eye as soon as they enter your home but will still suit your style & taste.

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Winter flowers - Hellebores

By Barbara Moran, Good Earth It is always a challenge to find colour for the garden in winter. Over the next few weeks we will focus on flowers for winter and this week we’ll be focusing on Hellebores, with their winter flowers blooming to remind us that Spring will not be too far away. Hellebores grow well in our area and are best suited to cool, elevated regions Hellebores are part of the Ranunculaceae family. They are native to regions of Europe and Asia and, for those with green thumbs, individual plants can live for up to 40 years. In the Northern Hemisphere they are known as a Christmas Rose but in Australia we refer to them as a Winter Rose.

They are perennials and largely evergreen with strong, leathery leaves which provide a steady foundation throughout the year for shade garden displays.

Hellebores, which end the bleakness of winter early, can be found in a host of colours ranging from apricot, yellows and greens through to soft and deep shades of pink, maroon and even deep, dark plums or slate greys and, of course, cream to

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crisp whites. In addition, petals may be spotted or picoteed (narrow band of colour on edge of petals) whilst others may feature double petals for a ruffled, romantic appearance.

There are many varieties of Hellebores to choose from but the most common species grown in Australia is Helleborus orientalis. This is a shorter variety with a beautiful flower.

PGA (Plant Growers Australia) supply a great range of Hellebores, including Ivory Prince which is a heavy flowering variety with ivory-white flowers which fade to musky pink and age with an overlay of chartreuse green. Many hellebores are grown from seed which can offer variations from one plant to another, Hellebores such as Ivory Prince, however, are grown from tissue culture which guarantees that each and every plant will present consistent flower colour, habit and growth characteristics ensuring desired effects when mass planting.

Hellebores are easy to grow, frost hardy and can withstand low water conditions, making them ideal for planting under trees where few other

plants can compete. They are mainly grown in dappled shade but they can tolerate a good deal of sunlight in a more open garden but will require mulching. They are quite tolerant of many well draining soil types. I have a neutral to alkaline soil in my garden but have mixed an organic garden mix with my soil and mulched them with leaf mulch. With sandy soil it’s important to add mulch and compost.

Hellebores are among the most delightful garden plants. Plant them in the garden to get the most fantastic display during winter. If you plant a few plants now, they’ll reward you with wonderful flowers over many, many years.

Barbara will be covering a range of sepcies over the coming weeks that work well in winter in our region.

If you have any specific questions for Barbara, please email us at editor@villagevoice.net.au

Winter gives our local photographers a whole new landscape to capture This tree on Portland/Wang Rd at Pipers Flat is one that many people drive past and ignor every day. It is in my humble opinion however an amazing piece of natural sculpture and a true gem in our natural environment.

Local photographer Kathy Avgoulas managed to capture it on a foggy morning and really display it’s majestic and dignified stance.

Personally, I call it epic tree, but what ever you call it, it is just one of many natural beauties in our region.

Feel free to send us your photos of our region for inclusion to the Village Voice.

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To buy or not to buy, that is the question

By Michelle Fairweather To buy or not to buy? Before you start looking for a property, determine how much you could comfortably borrow. Visit your Bank or have a look at a few online calculators as a quick guide.

Be sure to budget for all of the costs you will incur when buying a home and build these into your savings plan. For example, solicitor fees for contract reviews, home and contents insurance and stamp duty are all additional costs when purchasing a home.

If you are thinking of buying an investment property, check your finances to make sure you are in a good position to consider investing. There are ways to offset many of the costs of owning an investment property, so speaking to an expert upfront such as an accountant is a good idea.

What to do with your money? Be aware of your options when it comes to investment. Ask for advice. Be prepared for the long haul with the property market if you decide to buy as generally over decades property will always increase in

value sometimes significantly.

Which loan is best for you? When making major purchases we should always get advice eg when we buy a car we might research or ask our family, friends, car dealers & mechanics their opinions. A house is usually the largest purchase we make so it makes sense to get advice from as many accredited sources as possible including your Bank, solicitor, accountant, real estate agent and Financial Planner.

At Westpac we provide options and advice based on your personal circumstances and can tailor packages to suit your individual needs.

Our goal is to help you own a home rather than have a mortgage. We often get customers say “my neighbour or friend told me to get this loan”, however it is our job to make sure that it is the right one for your needs and situation.

I suggest you visit your Bank well before you are ready to buy, even if you are still in the savings stage. This will ensure you are on the right track and manage any possible obstacles early to avoid disappointment.

Introducing our Money Expert Hi, I am Michelle Fairweather your local Westpac Bank Manager, keen to share some tips and general advice which may help with your Banking and Finances.

With 25 years working in branches and 15 years in Management roles I have literally helped thousands of people to achieve their financial goals.

Please note that any advice I provide is general in nature and does not take your individual circumstances into account.

You will need to decide if it meets your needs.

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Sunday May 18 2:00 Sunday May 25 2:00 Friday May 23 7:30 Friday May 30 7:30 Saturday May 24 7:30 Saturday May 31 7:30 UNION THEATRE - BRIDGE ST LITHGOW Book at Rock Sounds & Hi - Fi 165 Main St Lithgow or buy tickets at the door follow us on facebook.com/thevillagevoicelithgow

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The Commercial goes pink for a good cause This Saturday, 17th May, The Commercial Hotel will be hosting a Pink Night Out in support of the National Breast Cancer Foundation. The evening will kick off at 6pm and should run through till 9pm, and there will be no cost for entry.

The Pink Night Out has been planned to raise awareness and some always-needed funds for Breast Cancer research, as scientists push on to find new ways to combat the disease. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, one in eight women will develop the disease in their lifetime and 15,270 women are predicted to be diagnosed with Breast Cancer in Australia this year. Education and awareness, as well as early detection, are key factors in the fight to reduce these statistics.

Every dollar raised will count and our support of events that support organisations like the National Breast Cancer Foundation will no doubt

benefit many of those from our community over their lifetime.

Come prepared for a night on fun and games, with a super raffle where 15 prizes are up for grabs.

There will be games like ever popular Coin Toss competition, and awards will be handed out for the best dressed guy and girl, so be sure to come in your finest PINK attire!

To tempt your tastebuds, there will be a sausage sizzle that will be proudly supported by Matt and the team at Country Table Meats where a gold coin will buy you a tasty delight.

For more information please contact Stephanie Knight from The Commercial Hotel on 0434 361 829.

Lithgow Musical Society opens new production Lithgow Musical Society’s production of Fiddler of the Roof opens on Sunday the 18th May at 2pm at the Union Theatre, Bridge St, Lithgow.

The Society has been working tirelessly to bring this production to the stage and it has involved many hours of work, both on and off the stage. The cast members range in age from teens to retirees and their dedication is evident when you see what has been achieved.

The story of Fiddler on the Roof is based around the villagers in the town of Anatevka, a small village in Russia on the eve of the Russian Revolution. Tevye is a dairyman struggling to provide for his family of five daughters during a time when traditional Jewish values are being questioned. This is the story of that struggle.

This classic musical will have audiences instantly recognising many of the songs such as ‘If I were a Rich Man’ and ‘Sunrise, Sunset.’ The haunting beauty of the final song ‘Anatevka’ will follow you out of the theatre.

Fiddler on the Roof should not be missed and audiences will have six opportunities to see the show with performances to be held on Sunday 18 May at 2pm, Friday 23 May at 7.30pm, Saturday 24 May at 7.30pm Sunday 25 May at 2pm, Friday 30 May at 7pm and Saturday 31 May at 7.30pm.

Tickets are only $25 for adults, $20 for concession card holders and $70 for a family of 2 adults and 2 concessions. Tickets can be pre-purchased from Rock Sounds and HiFi, Main St, Lithgow.

More information is available on the production via the Lithgow Musical Society’s Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/ LithgowMusicalSociety.

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Renowned mountain artists Elly Gunn and Libby Raines will be exhibiting their artistic works at the Lithgow Library Learning Centre, 157 Main Street, Lithgow, until Thursday, 29 May. The walls of the library will be filled with botanical water colours from the brush of Libby Raines and oil paintings and water colours by Elly Gunn. The library will glow with colour and beauty, adding life and interest, and providing an exhibition space for these exquisite works.

“This exhibition will further enhance the role of the library as a cultural hub, a third space for our citizens and a vital community meeting place, a role that the library excels at fulfilling,” said Lithgow City Council Mayor Maree Statham. “I have recently witnessed a number of excellent exhibitions at the Library so I am sure this one will be well worth viewing.”

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Benn Gunn plays the Coronation Hotel

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Benn Gunn drove into to Portland for the first time last Saturday night for his first gig in the town. While he was setting up and getting ready to amaze the crowd with his unique brand of country music, we had a chat with the man and found out what it was that made him tick.

VV: Is this your first time in Portland Benn?

BG: Yes it is - I drove in this evening and it was a bit dark so I didn’t get a good look around, but I’ll do that tomorrow before I leave.

VV: So where is home for you these days?

BG: I alive in Kiama now, but I grew u pin the country, I was originally from Dubbo.

VV: When did you start playing guitar and getting in to music?

BG: It all started in school bands for me and playing with my mates in pubs as we grew up.

Mostly covers and rock and things like that, but then 10 years ago I realised it was country music that I really enjoyed and haven’t looked back.

Country music has been very good to me.

VV: You have had some success recently receiving a number of awards and accolades for your music, any highlights?

BG: I was recently nominated as a finalist in the Mo Awards in the Category of The Slim Dusty

Country Performer of the Year, so that is a giant honour VV: So where are you off to next?

BG: I am heading to Far North Queensland with a full band to play some shows, which I am really looking forward to.

VV: Is there someone or somewhere you’d like to play?

BG: I am planning on heading to Nashville later in the year and working with a #1 songwriter over there, he has already sent me a couple of songs and they are amazing.

VV: What do you like about playing in country pubs?

BG: Experiencing pubs and meeting real people, it’s a privilege to play my music to people who love it.

Benn’s set on the night was full of all his favourites and you don’t have to be a fan of country music to appreciate just how much he enjoys playing. A great night and one the audience would like to see happen again soon if the mood last Saturday is anything to go by.

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Now Open For Lunch & Dinner Sundays * Each child under 12 must be accompanied by a full paying adult Free choices from kids menu only No vouchers or other offers.

Got plans? Here is what’s on around town.

Lithgow Workies Bingo - weekdays 11:05am Evenings (Tuesday/Thursday) 7pm Saturdays 1:45pm Courthouse Hotel Friday - DJ HEWZ from 9:30pm Saturday - Big Way Out from 9:30pm Lithgow Hotel Wednesday Nights - Karaoke from 8:30pm Thursday Nights - Trivia from 7:30pm Commercial Hotel Thursday Nights - Trivia from 7:30pm Friday Nights - Joker Poker from 7:30pm Saturday Night - Pink Night Out from 7:30pm

Imperial Hotel Friday Nights - Charity Raffle Saturday Night - Dean Taylor 2nd Sunday of the month - Singer Songwriter from 1pm Coronation Hotel Thursday Nights - Trivia from 7:30pm Allan Caswell - Saturday Night from 6pm Want to get your gigs listed in this section?

Then just give us a call, the Village Voice is a big supporter of local live entertainment. Let us know what is on, when it’s on and we will get the word out there for you.

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Contact

Lions Flea Market

1st Saturday of the Month

8:30am - 1:30pm

Lions Club Dr, Kelso

(02) 6337 1203

Mudgee Anglican Church Market

1st Saturday of the Month

9:00am - 1:00pm

6 Church St, Mudgee

(02) 6372 2336

Oberon Tablelands Way Country Markets

1st Saturday of the Month

8:00am - 12:00pm

104 Oberon St, Oberon

(02) 6335 5241

Bathurst Flea Markets

1st Sunday of the Month

7:00am - 1:00pm

Russell St, Bathurst

(02) 6331 5453

Blackheath Community Market

1st Sunday of the Month

9:00am - 1:00pm

Blackheath Public School

(02) 4787 7599

Leura First Sunday Market

1st Sunday of the Month

9:00am - 2:00pm

Leura Public School

0432 021 863

Portland Tidy Towns Market

1st Saturday of the Month

9:00am - 2:00pm

Williwa St, Portland

Mudgee Lions Club Lawson Park Market

2nd Saturday of the Month

8:00am - 1:00pm

Lawson Park, Mudgee

Rylstone Artisan & Produce Markets 2nd Saturday of the Month 9:00am - 1.30pm

Memorial Hall, Louee Street, Rylstone

(02) 6379 6202

Masonic Markets Portland 2nd Sunday of the month 9:00am - 1:00pm

Mason Hall on Wolgan Street Portland

0429 825 004

Bathurst Showground Markets

Kendall Avenue, Bathurst

(02) 6331 3175

2nd Sunday of the Month

9:00am - 1:00pm

Blackheath Growers Market 2nd Sunday of the Month 9:00am - 1:00pm Great Western Hwy

& Gardiner Crescent, Blackheath

(02) 4572 6260

Katoomba Craft Market 2nd Sunday of the Month 9:00am - 2:00pm

St. Canice’s Catholic Church Hall, 158 Katoomba Street

(02) 4782 7672

Kandos Market

3rd Saturday of the Month 9:00am - 1:00pm

Angus Ave & Jaques St, Kandos

(02) 6379 4380

Mudgee Farmers Market

3rd Saturday of the Month

57 Market St, Mudgee

0407 837 739

8:00am - 1:00pm

Blackheath Arts & Crafts Market 3rd Sunday of the Month 10:00am - 3:00pm Community Hall,

Great Western Hwy Blackheath

(02) 4782 7672

Capertee Markets

3rd Sunday of every Month

Castlereagh Hwy Capertee

(02) 6359 0054

Bathurst Region Farmers Market

4th Sat of the Month

8:00am - 12:00pm

Kendall Ave, Bathurst

(02) 6368 1104

Gulgong Markets

4th Saturday of the Month

8.30am

Mudgee

0447 417 741

Cooerwull School (Primary) Main Street

0429 829 547

Lithgow Regional Markets 4th Sunday of the Month

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Lithgow Craft Co-op has a display of wall feature tiles made by two clever ladies Henriette Pederson & Kellie Webb who work under the name of "Oddity".

The tiles are layered with pictures that are glued to the surface then sealed with a special sealing glue that gives the pictures a layer of protection.

Then they are mounted on a piece of painted timber sets of 2,3.or4 as well as sets of coasters.

The exhibition will run at the Lithgow Craft Co-op every day 10 am- 4pm until the 18th June so get along and have a look.

Contact Audrey Staines for more details Greater Lithgow Arts & Crafts co-op Great Western Highway Phone 63523541

SCRAPBOOKING CARD MAKING LAUNCH. Interested in starting Workshops once a month? Then come along for a FREE browse and a Make n Take. When your finished, please stay for some morning or afternoon tea.

Saturday 17th May, 10am- 2pm School of Arts building, Wolgan Street Portland If you think you would you be interested in learning Scrapbooking, Card making, Gifts and Boxes, then pop along for a visit.

Contact Kerry Jackson for more details on 0410 690 151

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YOUR FAMILY

The benefits of doing Functional Training in your exercise routine

By Carol Stevens, Lithgow Physiotherapy Achilles Tendonitis or Achilles Tendinopathy is a common complaint.

Achilles tendon pain is usually due to small tears in the tendon which can develop over time through general overuse where the tendon becomes worn and damaged. Or it may occur due to a single incident of overstretching or straining of the tendon.

Several factors can contribute to the development of Achilles Tendonitis. These include: • Frequent wearing of high-heeled shoes that shorten and tighten the calf muscles.

• A sudden increase in the amount of training or walking.

• Poor footwear that rub against the tendon or do not support the foot adequately.

• Training on hard or uneven surfaces – beach running and running up hills is notorious for this.

• Insufficient stretching or recovery between training sessions.

• Poor foot biomechanics – excessive pronation or flat feet, is the most common.

• Weight gain.

Achilles symptoms include pain in the Achilles tendon, heel or lower calf. Tenderness to pressure and redness and swelling are common. There may be difficulty rising up onto your toes, particularly when standing on one leg only, such as walking up and down stairs.

Treatment may include: Correction of foot biomechanics – the prescription of Orthotics and advice on footwear.

Loosening of muscle and joint structures that may be impairing or altering the normal movement of the calf muscles and ankle joint. This may include gently mobilizing or manipulating the bones of the ankle and the foot as well as stretching and releasing the muscles of the calf.

Strengthening and stretching program to prevent re-injury.

Early physiotherapy treatment for this problem is vital as it can become difficult to resolve the longer it has been there. Full rehabilitation is important to achieve an optimum outcome and prevent reoccurrence.

Carol Stevens is a Physiotherapist at Lithgow Physiotherapy - Phone: 02 6352 2288 or visit their website www.lithgowphysiotherapy.com.au

‘Be careful about reading health books. You may die of a misprint.’ Mark Twain

By Sara Anytime Lithgow

McKinney, Fitness

In basic terms, functional training involves performing exercises that involve movements that recruit multiple muscle groups, which will lead to overall lifestyle improvement.

Functional training conditions the body in an unstable environment, i.e not involving any machines, and involves performing exercises that mimic daily activities. An example of this would be for instance, doing step ups on a bench holding a 3-5kg dumbbell in each hand. This will strengthen your leg muscles, your hamstrings, glutes, Quadriceps and calves, whilst stabilising the small muscles around the knee, ankle and hip joints, improving your coordination holding the weights whilst doing the step as well. This exercise mimics the every -day life activity of climbing stairs after doing the groceries for example, where you climb your stairs with the shopping bags in your hands.

The idea of functional exercise training is to improve your ability to cope with everyday tasks, now and as you age. The exercises are more conducive to joint health, coordination, injury prevention, and building versatile stability and strength. They are complex movements meaning they involve multiple joints moving at once, such as the ankle, knee, and hip joints as seen in the example above.

In functional fitness you are supporting

your own weight when you are lifting and it is more neurologically demanding on the body.

This method of training is designed to keep your body functioning optimally so that as you age tasks of everyday living remain easy and manageable, allowing you to look after yourself for years longer later on in life. Contact us at Anytime Fitness if you would like help setting up a functional fitness program for yourself, and get the most out of your body!

Sara McKinney is a Personal Trainer and the Manager of Anytime Fitness Lithgow

Natural Facial Treatment to rejuvenate your Winter Skin You needn’t look any further than your kitchen for a natural facial treatment for winter skin. One facial mask that is extremely popular is made from a mixture of oats, a banana and almond oil. First mash up a banana, then stir in 2 tablespoons of uncooked oats and 2 drops of almond oil. Apply liberally to the face and sit back and relax for 15 minutes before rinsing.

Alternatively, you can simply mash a banana or avocado and apply it to the face. Both bananas and avocados contain natural oils and antioxidants that make excellent treatments for winter skin.

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YOUR FAMILY

How to party on a budget

are you ready to

make a change?

The ANT Fitness Challenge Commences Thursday 22nd May 2014 Entry Includes:

8 x 1hr Group Personal Training Session on Thursdays at 6pm 8 Weeks Unlimited Visits to Ant Fitness between 22nd May and 18th July 2014 Weekly Weigh In and Measurements Weekly Food Diary Review

By Lane Crowe & Laura Collins, Partie Boutique Parties don’t have to cost the earth. If you want to have a good time, without distressing your wallet, then consider some of the following ideas on how to hold a party on a budget.

Decide the theme of your party. Maybe it’s a birthday party, or a Christmas party, or an I’mhaving-a-party-because-I-can party. No matter what the occasion, even if you don’t have one, it’s good to clarify a theme as quickly as possible.

However, if you don’t want a theme, then you can skip this step entirely. If you DO want a theme, make sure that you pick something original and interesting.

Figure out where the party will happen. If you’re on a tight budget, then your house or a park would be your best bet. If you can stretch the dough a little, try having it at a club or a restaurant. But, for the people who feel better close to home, then good news! You just saved tons of cash!

Create your guest list. Since you are on a budget (& a lot of party things come in twelves), it would be best not to invite any more than 12 people. Remember, you have to feed and entertain everyone!

Work out the menu, and go potluck. Seeing that you don’t have that much money to spare, it would be a good idea to ask a couple of trustworthy

friends if they could bring some small food items.

Ask your friend who loves to bake to make some cookies or muffins, and ask your helpful but cooking-challenged friend to pick up some chips and dip. If you play your cards right, you will wind up paying for half or less of the total amount of food.

Find a good source of music. You might also try games, movies, or something else for entertainment! You obviously don’t want to go out and buy all the new CDs, so it would be best to maybe blast your iPod on a specific playlist at your party. Even better? Ask a friend who is musiccrazy to burn you a CD of all of their favourite songs and spontaneously play them at the party.

Make sure that you have different types of music that will appeal to everybody.

Send out invitations. If you plan on saving money on a stamp then personally deliver it to them, but be discreet about it!

As party time approaches, make and buy decorations. Streamers and posters are fairly easy to make. Visit the party shop to buy party supplies like balloons, paper plates / cups and disposable utensils.

Party time! Hopefully your guests love the party and can’t tell that it you did it on a budget!

Goodness knows YOU probably won’t be able to tell! Let loose and have fun at your awesome party!

Weekly Health Discussion

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For more Info: ANT Fitness 9 Wolgan Street, Portland

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SPORT

Netball Update Sheep Station Fiddy K wrap up

By Leanne Plackson

Despite predictions of cold and rain the weather could not have been better for the inaugural running of the Sheep Stations Fiddy K mountain bike race.

Thank you to all the parents and supporters who record publicity each week, your assistance is appreciated.

Nominations close on 17 May for players, officials and selectors for the State League representative team/s participating in the Western Region State League competition. The competition dates are: 3, 17 and 31 August with finals played on 14 September.

The next Association meeting is scheduled for Tuesday - 20 May 2014 with each Club required to have a Delegate in attendance and each team required to have a Team Representative in attendance.

Division 1

By Craig Flynn Clear skies greeted entrants as they began to roll into the Rydal show ground for registration. Billed as a back to basics, fun event the atmosphere in the pits was certainly laid back and chilled but when the starter called “go” the pace was on.

The course comprised of about half fire trail and half tight forest single trail and Young gun, Ben Green, set the pace early completing the first 25km lap in just over an hour. Not quiet 30seconds clear of fellow young star, Luke Brame and the more experienced Brian “Big Dog” Price.

Green built on his lead in the first half of the 2nd lap but, despite improving this lap time, was not able to hold off the two chasers, who really turned up the pace in the single trail run to the finish.

In the end Luke Brame, who at 16 has made it into the U19 Australian side for the up coming World Cup rounds in Germany and the Czech Republic, stormed home to take the win in 2hr 4min and 26 seconds. Brain Price fought his way into second in 2:05.17. Leaving Green to take 3rd in 2:05.55.

The three were so dominant that the next closest rider was over 10minutes back.

In the Masters over 40s, It was an all local podium with Peter Beggs 1st, 2:22.19, Garry Dukes 2nd, 2:26.52, and Phil Stapleton 3rd, 2:31.15.

The female podium was a mother and daughter affair with Bathurst cycling personality, Marion Renshaw in 3rd and daughter, Laura, taking the win. Splitting the pair was Janice Christie in 2nd place.

Bryson Dukes took out the 25km Junior competition ahead of Hamish Porter and Paul Tomczyk The day was marred slightly with 1 rider needing first aid attention after his front tyre blew out on a high speed down hill fire road section. The resulting crash split the rider helmet in several spots and left him with a mild concussion and some nasty looking gravel rash.

Other than that one incident the event was well received with riders embracing the spirit of fun, many of them making sheep noises and carrying on as they come through the timing area, which took them up a narrow aisle through the sheep yards.

There were also laughs and cheers when it was revealed first prize was a copy of the classic Australian board game of Squatter, where players via to win and maintain a Sheep Station

Workies Vixens v Wang 1 In an entertaining game Workies Vixens were the winners 50 goals to 24 goals. The first quarter score had Vixens with a four goal lead which they built on progressively each quarter. Leanne Houlison and Katrena Fraser worked hard in the goal circle for Wang 1 and caused a number of turnovers. Brooke Cornwell scored a number of amazing goals for Wang 1 and was well supported

by Beth Thurlow until she left the game due to injury. Workies Vixens were consistent for the entire game with Bonnie Sutherland very consistent in goal shooter while Rebecca and Jessica Manton provided solid support in the mid court.

Workies Firebirds won a forfeit from the Omega Henry’s Hustlers

Division 2 Portland Pumas v Omega Misfits Omega Misfits continued their good form early in the competition with a 37 to 30 goal win over Portland Pumas. For Omega Misfits, Chrissy Truslove and Jessica Truslove defended strongly and provided good support to the midcourt of Connie Edwards and Katrina McLean. Strong defence from Codie McManus and Janaya Bennett helped Portland Pumas contain the attack of the Misfits.

Workies Angels v Omega Druids A good competitive game with both teams vying for vital points in which Workies Angels won 38 goals to 37 goals. For Druids, Di Adnum was strong in defense in wing defense and good court coverage from Michelle Clutterham at wing attack enabled Omega Druids to apply pressure on Workies Angels all game. Good cross court play from the Angels centre, Kiara McDonald and accurate shooting from Monique Rust in goal shooter and Amy Muir in goal attack ensured Workies Angels 1 goal victory.

Workies Comets v Workies Domestic Darlings Workies Domestic Darlings were dominant in their 78 goal to 4 goal in their game against Workies Comets. Domestic Darlings played a strong game with the whole team working well together and this was reflected in the score. Goal

attack, Taren Alexander controlled the attack for Darlings and Karen Brown was a standout in defense. The Workies Comets tried hard all game with Megan Kappos and Lilly Dawson showing good positional play.

Workies Swifts v Workies Combo’s The Workies Swifts were the winners in a very competitive game scoring 32 goals to Combo’s 18 goals.

Kimberley Pattison exhibited precision shooting at goal attack combined well with Cree Pattison and Brittnee Brennan. Katherine Hartley created a number of turnovers in the midcourt and Leanne Hawley was always available for the centre pass, while Jess Knight had the Combo’s mid court defense working hard. The Combo’s goal keeper, Karen Lennon had a great game and dominated the rebounding in the Swifts goal circle. Jessica Lawson worked well with Jodie Rayner in the midcourt for Combo’s.

Workies Waratahs v Workies Blasts Workies Blasts were too strong for Workies Waratahs winning 48 goals to 11 goals.

Paige Cousins from Workies Blasts had a strong game in goal keeper and was well supported by Martha Sheehan who defended strongly in the midcourt.

Waratahs tried hard all game to keep up with Workies Blasts with Jasmine Johnstone and Caitlyn Young capitalising on their goal scoring opportunities.

Division 3 Workies Fireworks v Wang Warriors Workies Fireworks showed great consistency in their 71 goal to 14 goal win against the Wang Warriors. Serena Ma controlled the midcourt for Fireworks with great court play between Kate O’Sullivan and Sophie Quince. The Wang Warriors had to work hard in defense with Jasmine Hughes and Katie Coleman putting in a great effort.

Workies Mocking Jays v Workies Little Mix The experience of the Little Mix came to the fore in their 46 goal to 7 goal win against the Mocking Jays. Annlaise Elliott and Brooke Dean had strong games for Little Mix. Maddisun Brown and Kasey Cross worked hard for Mocking Jays with Morgan Stoneley active in the midcourt.

Division 4 Round 5 was a round robin between the three Workies teams – Flames, Dragonflies and Monstars. Workies Flames played twice and were successful in beating Monstars 18 goals to nil and Dragonflies 18 goals to 1. Abbey Dean and Jordan Parsons playing strongly for Workies Flames.

In the game between Workies Dragonflies and Workies Monstars, Monstars were the winners 12 goals to 4 goals. Kasey Besetimoala played a great defensive game, while Courtney Rose showed good movement and positioning to avoid her tall defender.

Workies Monstars players, Laura Ticehurst and Morgan Watts were consistent across both of their games with Molly Drengenburg moving well in the goal circle.

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SPORT 3 Generations and still going strong Colinette Morris, her daughter Catherine Turvey and Catherineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daughter Racquel Turvey are a shining example of how sport can be a bond that runs through multiple generations of a family.

Colinette has been involved in Netball for over 37 years involved in coaching, umpiring and until a few years ago, still actively playing.

Catherine has played the sport since she was a young girl, and switched over from dancing to netball.

When Racquel was born, she was constantly at games and even as a small child played with her grandmother passing the ball back and forwards.

Colinette focusses all the teams she has trained on good sportsmanship, and makes sure they enjoy the game.

The highlight of Colinetteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s netball career is when all three divisions were in the grand finals, and they all one.

For all the details on last weeks netball, see the results and commentary on page 23 >

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