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IN THIS ISSUE Scott Thulborn is used to Success on the World Stage
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Tweed Heads Bowls - Results
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Australia Claims Gold at Merdeka
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Teys Joins Australian Jackaroos Squad
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Fantastic News For Sunshine Coast & Neighboring Clubs
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WHAT A STORY 20 Supercharged Recipes 25
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Scott Thulborn is used to success on the world stage…Yet still a humble champion. Cutting and rolling is part of what his week will demand as a bowling club greenskeeper. Great greens are often down to good timing, and he spends a heap of time around the club – this also enables him to get in more practice on the green. And all those extra hours spent looking after and on the grass has resulted in some amazing feats for Thulborn. Recently, Scott was able to enjoy a fairy-tale finish to the 10th annual Asia Pacific Merdeka Championships in Malaysia. “WOW! What a week, what an experience! Very thrilled to be able to head home to Australia with a gold medal!” says Scott after the recent win. With team mates Caloundra’s Bolivia Millerick, St Johns Parks’ Dawn Hayman and Ben Twist, Adelaide’s Scott Thulborn was a fantastic skip and lead by example… “To be able to stand on the podium as they played the Australian Anthem is a moment I will never forget!!” says Scott AKA Scotty T. When asked how he pulled up after the win, Thulborn says “I do have some jet lag but no time for rest it’s straight back to work…” Nicknamed one of Adelaide’s Endurance Players, Scott created history recently becoming the Australian Champion of Champions making him the first player to win back-toback titles. This South Australian’s feat comes after almost 40 straight victories in club singles and champion of champion events across three states over the past two years. “I’m feeling really excited right now and of course really happy to have done my club Adelaide proud,” he said. Thulborn says he was feeling a bit overwhelmed with what he was able to achieve with his recent win. “I’m excited for the challenge of the World Bowls Champion of Champions at Club Helensvale in a months’ time and hope that I can do my country proud on the international stage.” Thulborn will represent Australia again before the end of the year, at Club Helensvale where he will hope to continue his amazing run in singles. “Wow. Aussie champ of champs back to back! It’s what dreams are made of! I will remember this one for life!” says Scotty.
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The 2016 Festival will kick off in ‘True Blue’ style, on 15 January 2016 and already boasts an unmatched line-up of the best in Australian Country Music including John Williamson who has been confirmed to headline the free opening concert. 2016 will be an exciting year for Williamson after recently celebrating his 50th album and his 70th birthday. “Opening the 2016 Festival is a fitting way to celebrate John’s achievement” said Tamworth Country Music Unit Manager, Barry Harley.
It doesn’t get better than the Toyota Country Music Festival Tamworth! Held in Tamworth over ten days in January each year it is the most unique festival in the world! It’s where stars are discovered and dreams come true. There’s simply nothing like it! The careers of many of Australia’s most renowned country music stars’ were launched at the TCMF, including Keith Urban, Kasey Chambers, Beccy Cole, Troy Cassar-Daley and Lee Kernaghan.
“With 26 Golden Guitars and three ARIA awards John is certainly one of Australia’s most respected Country Music artists and his performance will be one that’s not to be missed” . Other artists who have also confirmed they will perform in Tamworth in January are Lee Kernaghan, Beccy Cole, The McClymonts,
As the pinnacle event on the Australian Country Music calendar and one of the world’s top ten Festivals, the Toyota Country Music Festival Tamworth never disappoints and 2016 will be no exception. With over 800 performers, 2800 events including free concerts every night in Toyota Park, it really does not get better than this.
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Luke O’Shea, Troy CassarDaley, Amber Lawrence, Adam Eckersley Band, Catherine Britt and Mustered Courage Kasey Chambers, Adam Brand, Adam Harvey, Jasmine Rae, Simply Bushed, Shannon Noll, Kevin Bloody Wilson, Troy Kemp, Ashleigh Dallas, The Wolfe Brothers, Sara Storer, James Blundell and Brothers 3. This incredible line-up is unmatched by any other country music festival in Australia and this is why the Toyota Country Music Festival, Tamworth is still one of the best festival experiences in the world and by far the best country music festival in the country. It must be experienced at least once in a lifetime.
A Missouri farmer passed away and left 17 mules to his three sons. The instructions left in the will said that the oldest boy was to get one-half, the second oldest one-third, and the youngest one-ninth. The three sons, recognizing the difficulty of dividing 17 mules into these fractions, began to argue. Their uncle heard about the argument, hitched up his mule and drove out to settle the matter. He added his mule to the 17, making 18. The oldest therefore got one-half, or nine, the second oldest got one-third, or six, and the youngest son got one-ninth, or two. Adding up 9, 6 and 2 equals 17. The uncle, having settled the argument, hitched up his mule and drove home.
A woman meant to call a record store but dialed the wrong number and got a private home instead. “Do you have ‘Eyes of Blue’ and ‘A Love Supreme’?” she asked. “Well, no,” answered the puzzled homeowner. “But I have a wife and eleven children.” “Is that a record?” she inquired. “I don’t think so,” replied the man, “but it’s as close as I want to get.”
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TWEED HEADS BOWLS Australian Indoor Winners/Runners Up from left to right: Lynsey Clarke, Carla Odgers (Winner) Jeremy Henry (Winner), Paul Girdler
JUNIOR GOLDEN NUGGET The cream of the crop of junior bowlers from around the country took centre stage at the Tweed Heads Indoor Complex over the weekend of August 1 and 2 playing for the 2015 Junior Golden Nugget for the boys and girls under 18 years of age. Competition was fierce over the sectional rounds which consisted of 16 boys and 16 girls in 4 sections each of 4 players during the Saturday. Sunday morning saw the quarterfinals with section winners pitted against section runners-up followed by the semi-finals, the minor finals and the grand finals. Section winners were Jordan Yates [Glenroy, Vic] 5 + 18; Joshua Corless [Bundoora RSL, Vic] 6 + 19; Curtis Handley [Clayton, Vic] 6 + 21; and Dylan Skinner [Wiseman Park Wollongong City, NSW] 6 + 40 in the boys and Jessie Cottell [Broadbeach, Qld] 4 + 11; Taleah Putney [Gayndah, Qld] 5 + 18; Tiffany Brodie [Fitzroy Victoria, Vic] 6 + 53] and Elisa Rigoni [Lalor, Vic] 4 + 14 in the girls. The section runners-up were Nic Gosley [Beenleigh, Qld] 4 + 10; Lachlan Sims [Trevallyn, Tas] 4 + 13; Joshua Studham [Holdfast Bay, SA] 4 – 3; and Jacob Nelson [Wynnum Manly Leagues. Qld] 4 + 7 in the boys and in the girls it was Molly Wilton [Raymond Terrace, NSW] 4 + 6; Amelia Bruggy [Bendigo, Vic] 3 - 3; Makayla Gibson [Penquin, Tas] 3 – 7 and Jessica Srisamruybai [Tweed Heads, Qld] 4 + 5. Boy’s quarter-final results were Jordan Yates defeating Nic Gosley 21/13; Joshua Corless beating Lachlan Sims 21/9; Jacob Nelson defeating Curtis Handley 21/17 and Joshua Studham beating Dylan Skinner 21/7.
Semi-final results saw Joshua Corless defeating Jordan Yates 21/10 and Jacob Nelson beating Joshua Studham 21/10. The Minor final went to Jordan Yates defeating Joshua Studham 21/8 and the Grand final went to Jacob Nelson beating Joshua Corless 25/16.
8 plus 44 and the runners-up were Kelvin Kerkow, 8 plus 9 and Leif Selby [NSW] 5 plus 28. In the Ladies, the section winners were Carmen Anderson [NSW] 10 plus 33 and Anne Johns [NSW] 8 plus 1 and the runners-up were Natasha Scott [NSW] 6 plus 8 and Karen Murphy [NSW] 6 plus 31.
Girl’s quarter-final results were Jessie Cottell beating Amelia Bruggy 21/18; Molly Wilton defeating Taleah Putney 21/14; Tiffany Brodie beating Jessica Srisamruybai 21/14 and Elisa Rigoni defeating Makalya Gibson 21/11.
Semi –final results for the Men were Bester defeated Selby 25/22 and Kerkow beat Sherriff 25/22 and in the Ladies semi-final results went to Murphy defeating Anderson 25/19 and Johns beating Scott 25/23.
The Semi-final results saw Molly Wilton defeating Jessie Cottell 21/19 and Tiffany Brodie just beating Elisa Rigoni 21/20. In the Minor final Jessie Cottell defeated Elisa Rigoni 21/17 and the Grand final resulted in Molly Wilton beating Tiffany Brodie 25/15.
AUSTRALIAN INDOOR CHAMPIONSHIPS
GOLDEN NUGGET PRESTIGE INVITATIONAL SINGLES – BESTER MAKES A DOUBLE Twelve of the best Ladies and Men from Australia and New Zealand competed for the prestigious crown, the Singles Golden Nugget run for the 29th time. Multiple winners again contesting this event over the 4 days were; Steve Glasson [3 times]; Kelvin Kerkow [4 times]; Carmen Anderson [2 times]; Jo Edwards [NZ] [3 times] and Karen Murphy [5 times]. Ryan Bester [Queensland] made it a double “Golden Nugget” after defeating Kelvin Kerkow [Queensland] 25/13 in the Men’s final and Anne Johns [NSW] added another trophy to her cabinet defeating 5 times champion, Karen Murphy [NSW] 25/24 in a thrilling Ladies final. Earlier in the Men’s section winners were: Ryan Bester, 8 plus 29 and Aron Sherriff [NSW]
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Thirty-two Men and thirty-two ladies contested this knock-out championship over the 4 days from Monday August 24 to Thursday August 27 witnessed by huge crowds on each day with packed grandstand viewing at the finals. Men’s overall winner was Jeremy Henry [NSW] beating Paul Girdler [Qld] in the thrilling final 4/7, 11/4 and 4/2 in the tie-breaker. Paul Girdler reached the final by defeating Jerome Coles [Vic] 11/1, 10/3; 2014 winner David Holt [NSW] 8/9, 10/9, 4/3; Barrie Lester [Vic] 10/1, 3/9, 3/2; and Tom Mitchell [WA] 12/4, 10/8 and Jeremy’s path to the final was via Josh Berry [NSW] 15/3, 9/5; Will Springer [Tas] 9/8, 9/3; Max Mannik [Vic] 7/6, 9/4 and Aaron Teys [NSW] 10/4, 8/6. Jeremy last won the title in 2011. In the Ladies group the finalists were Lynsey Clarke [Qld] and Carla Odgers [Vic] which was won by Carla 10/8, 5/8 and 4/2 in the tie-breaker. To reach the final, Clarke beat June Beverley [Qld] 9/4, 13/0; Linda Warburton [WA] 6/6, 10/1; Kristy Thatcher [Qld] 5/8, 8/5, 4/0 and SarahBoddington [NSW] 6/11; 8/4, 6/0 whilst Odgers defeated Yvonne Bekeris [SA] 4/6, 11/2, 7/0;
Natalie Noronha [NSW] 10/1, 5/7, 4/1; Kay Moran [NSW] 4/9, 6/5, 3/2 and Jamie-Lee Worsnop [NSW], 2014 winner, 7/7, 9/1. That completes another successful year of major events conducted by the club for 2015. CARNIVAL The final carnival for the Men’s club was held on Monday August 31 with a field of 32 teams. Overall winners were Barbara Makin and Greg Ash from Tweed Heads with 6 plus 32; runners-up prize went to Viviana and Terry McNamara from Lismore with 6 plus 30. 3rd place was taken out by ‘George’ Moore
Golden Nugget Winners from left to right: Anne Johns, THBC Chairman John Rayward, Ryan Bester
and Richard Scott [comp] with 6 plus 24 on count back from 4th placing David Dodge and Barbara Gates from Tweed Heads with 6 plus 24.
team from Broadbeach and Tweed Heads containing Melissa Larcombe, Thelma Smith, Liz McCleary, Sue McKenzie, Lyn Cuthbertson and Donna Clarke with 3 wins plus 20 shots.
LADIES SPRING MEDLEY Played on Monday September 7 the overall winners were a composite team from 3 clubs, Kingscliff, South Tweed and Tweed Heads, Shiela Canciller, AnnMarie Peart, Val Gravolin, June Munn, Laurel Poole and Ellen Joselin with 4 wins plus 33 shots. The runners-up consisted of a team from Tweed Heads, Alice Plowright, Merle Willis, Hiro Emura, Pat Mann, Jean Finney and Doreen Kendal with 3 wins plus 29 and 3rd place was taken out by another composite
LADIES CLUB CARNIVALS 2015 Indoor Inter Club Challenge: Monday 2 November Major/Minor Pairs: Monday 16 November close Wednesday November 11. For more information and conditions of play contact Tweed Heads Ladies Club Games Director, Judy Pearce, PO Box 167 Tweed Heads 2485, e’mail paul.girdler@thbc.com.au: or phone 07 5506 8157 Note that these carnivals are open to all registered lawn bowlers where applicable. Note: All events and dates are subject to change so please check the club website @ thbc.com.au; for latest information.
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Australia’s mixed fours team enjoyed a fairytale finish in the last discipline of the Asia Pacific Merdeka Championships
affair, with Mohd Fairus Jabal getting the better of Mohd Hizlee Rais21-14. The host nation secured their second gold medal in the mixed pairs, with Zulhilmie Redzuan-Nur Fidrah Noh defeating India’s Dinesh Kumar-Farzana Khan 19-11. Bowls Australia congratulates Dawn Hayman, Bolivia Millerick, Ben Twist and Scott Thulborn on their success on the world stage.
USA FOURS CHAMPIONS 2015 Steve Halmai Senior from Tweed Heads Bowls Club and Keith Donaldson, Hamilton Bowls Club, It was 3rd time lucky in the USA open fours . Keith leading Steve Halmai Jnr playing 2nd with Frank Vella Springwood bowls club playing third .
Australia capped off a six-day campaign in Malaysia with a gold medal in October at the US$50,000 Asia Pacific Merdeka Championships. Caloundra’s Bolivia Millerick, St Johns Parks’ Dawn Hayman and Ben Twist, and Adelaide’s Scott Thulborn enjoyed a fairytale finish to the 10th annual tournament, which up until last year had been an internationally capped event for Australian competitors, at the Bayuemas Indoor Bowls Stadium in Pandamaran, Klang. SA/NT National Training Centre Coach Faye Luke, who took the reins as the team’s coach, was complimentary of all team member’s contributions in the gold medal decider at the 16 nation event. The quartet overcame the highly fancied Malaysian A team in the ultimate decider, powering past Siti Zalina Ahmad, Nur Fidrah Noh, Zulhimie Redzuan and Fairul Izwan Muin 21-7 to secure the US$10,000 first-placed prize cheque, with the game cut short of the last end. “Dawn gave us great starts with close consistent bowls, Bolivia Millerick in second played a fantastic game and her best for the tournament, Ben Twist converted, drew, and positioned his bowls with precision and Scott Thulborn was a fantastic skip and lead by example, both on the drive and the draw,” Luke said.
A tense semi-final wins over the top mid-west team of Frank Souza from Arizona winning on the last end. Grand final was always going to be a battle International team Champion lead Mert Isaacman USA T Hellart and Andy Doctor Netherlands with Canadian champion Michelle Larue skip Shot for shot for ten ends of the sixteen end contest. Skip Halmai Snr driving to perfection, keeping the scores level with fours ends to play. Finally a break-through Donaldson changed the length slightly and a front-end touch allowed, Halmai to build the head cover the tee. Second last end the Aussies were one up on the board and three up on the head. Larue shook his head, he didn’t like it but the groove bowl swooped on Halmai’s shot bowl which just spun around and fell out. All square last end, after a team discussion Mert Isaacman took the mat up four paces from the tee threw the jack slightly longer and put his first bowl one foot from the jack. Undeterred, Donaldson drew his first bowl between the shot and the jack. Isaacman making sure he reached in the tricky conditions went a metre passed with his second . Keith then drew second bowl just behind the jack. The danger man, Andy Doctor failed while frank Vella placed his bowls to perfection, enabling Halmai to protect the head as best he could. Larue’s first bowl was wide, his second ran into short bowls and the jubilant team realised they were the USA fours champions 2015.
“It was a complete team effort and breathtaking to watch. “The Malaysians were completely blown away and their very telling bowls at times were simply out played by our team.” The green and gold representatives also bough two further medals back to Australians shores, with Hayman and Twist each procuring a bronze medal in the blue-ribbon singles disciplines, after narrowly losing their semi-finals. Earlier in the tournament, the mixed pairs combination of Millerick and Thulborn came close to tasting success, but were upended in the quarter-finals. Australian based Norfolk Island representative Carmen Andersen took home the women’s singles golden medallion, defeating Malaysia’s reigning World Cup winner Siti Zalina Ahmad 14-10. In the men’s singles, the final play-off was an all-Malaysian 12 BOWLS PLUS NEW SOUTH WALES OCT/NOV/DEC 2015
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Winners
Left to right. Keith Donaldson lead Steve Halmai Jnr second Steve Halmai skip and Frank Vella third
Jackaroos Named for Asia
Pacific Championship Bowls Australia have confirmed the 10 players entrusted with the nation’s hopes at the quadrennial Asia Pacific Championships in New Zealand next month. Bowls Australia has named the 10-strong Jackaroos team to contest next month’s 18-nation Asia Pacific Championships event in New Zealand. The sport’s national selection panel have elected to leave nothing to chance at the quadrennial tournament, which is the Southern Hemisphere’s qualifier event for next year’s coveted World Bowls Championships, naming a star-studded contingent while also affording Cabramatta’s Ray Pearse the opportunity to make his international debut. Pearse, 31, has been a mainstay in the perennial powerhouse NSW Blues state team for a number of years, but only broke into the top tier Australian squad in July following an arduous selection camp on the Gold Coast. Pearse will cut his teeth in the Jackaroos team leading for Club Helensvale’s Nathan Rice in the pairs and slotting into second spot of the fours discipline. While Pearse will be handed his first international cap as Australia’s 141st male representative, on the opposite end of the spectrum, the most prolific international combatant in the nation’s history, Karen Murphy, has not only been granted the chance to add to her impressive record, but will do so in the blue-ribbon women’s singles.
fire-power to both disciplines as the skip. Rounding out the women’s team for the 13-day, 18-nation event is 2014 Australian Open singles and fours champion Anne Johns, also from St Johns Park. In the men’s line-up, three-time Bowls Australia International Bowler of the Year Aron Sherriff has again been tasked with spearheading the blue-ribbon singles discipline, after winning bronze at the 2014 Glasgow Commonwealth Games, and will also skip the triples contingent. Making up the five-strong men’s team are two reigning world champions in Grange’s Wayne Ruediger and Club Helensvale’s Mark Casey, with Ruediger leading the triples and fours, while Casey slots in as second in the triples and will take the reins as skip of the fours. Australia completed the 2011 version of the tournament with eight medals from as many disciplines as the host nation in the last staging in Adelaide; winning two gold, five silver and a bronze medal, to reaffirm its position as one of the world’s genuine bowls superpowers. It followed up that Asia Pacific Championships success with a historic haul from the sport’s most prestigious event, the World Bowls Championships a year later, with five gold and two silver from eight disciplines to secure the men’s, women’s and overall trophies, and in the process ensured automatic qualification to the 2016 event.
“Pearse will be handed his first international cap as Australia’s 141st male representative”
Murphy, who will notch up her 500th international appearance at the Hong Kong Classic from November 7 to 15, will lead the charge for the women’s outfit in the singles, where she has a proven track record, as the reigning World Bowls Championships singles gold medallist from 2012, and will also guide St Johns Park’s 25 year-old international veteran Kelsey Cottrell in the pairs; who also lines up as second in the fours team.
The 2015 Asia Pacific Championships will be held in Christchurch, New Zealand from November 24 to December 6, staged at Burnside Bowling Club with support from Bowls Papanui, featuring 168 competitors from 18 countries.
Two Glasgow Commonwealth Games competitors, Sunbury’s Carla Odgers and Raymond Terrace’s Natasha Scott, will return to international duties after missing out on the Trans Tasman test series earlier this year.
Women’s team: Singles – Karen Murphy (40, Cabramatta, NSW) Pairs – Kelsey Cottrell (25, St Johns Park, NSW) & Karen Murphy Triples – Carla Odgers (25, Sunbury, VIC), Anne Johns (35, St Johns Park, NSW) & Natasha Scott (24, Raymond Terrace, NSW) Fours – Carla Odgers, Kelsey Cottrell, Anne Johns & Natasha Scott
While neither secured a podium finish in Scotland last year, both have been in scintillating form on the national stage recently having claimed the 2015 Australian Open women’s fours title together - which was just one of many victories for Scott, who took the title of Australia’s number one female bowler at the conclusion of the ranking season following that event. Odgers will lead the triples and fours, while Scott will provide the
Men’s team: Singles – Aron Sherriff (29, Ettalong Memorial, NSW) Pairs – Ray Pearse (31, Cabramatta, NSW) & Nathan Rice (36, Club Helensvale, QLD) Triples – Wayne Ruediger (39, Grange, SA), Mark Casey (33, Club Helensvale, QLD) & Aron Sherriff Fours – Wayne Ruediger, Ray Pearse, Nathan Rice & Mark Casey NEW SOUTH WALES BOWLS PLUS OCT/NOV/DEC 2015 13
Australian Junior Squad Announcement National Coach Steve Glasson OAM and the National Selection Panel confirmed their Australian Junior Squad for 2015-16 after being present at the Australian Under-18 Championships in Canberra this week. After witnessing the country’s most elite go head-to-head in the state vs state format at Tuggeranong Vikings Lawn Bowls Club; the 12 most promising rising stars of the sport have been honoured in front of their peers at the closing ceremony by National Coach Steve Glasson himself, who announced his six girl and six boy squad after three days of amazing bowls by each and every competitor. With intentions of selecting a squad of 10; the quality of bowls seen forced the selectors to extend the squad to 12 with so many talented juniors too hard to split; though it was Victoria that shined the brightest this week with five members of their squad of 10 being selected in the new look Australian Junior squad. Among the stars announced, dual Youth Commonwealth Games gold medallist Jono Davis will spearhead the squad after a sensational international outing in Samoa this month, confirming Davis as Australia’s brightest young star. Davis has continued his dominance in the junior circle having defended his pre-tournament favouritism in the boy’s singles, walking away with his second Australian Under-18 title in as many years. The 14 year-old prodigy is joined by three other junior boys who have retained their spots in the Australian Junior Squad for the second consecutive year; whilst two new faces from Queensland and South Australia will join the boys squad. Victoria’s Joshua Corless (17), whose style of play has been likened to Commonwealth
12 of bowls' brightest young stars have been announced in the 2015-16 Australian Junior Squad after fantastic performances at the Australian Under-18 Games gold medallist and Australian Jackaroo Mark Casey, his Victorian teammate Jayden Christie who picked up bronze in the Australian Under-18 singles and Nic Gosley who won gold and bronze in his fourth Australian Under-18 Championships. The girl’s squad shapes up rather different to last year with four previous members all celebrating 18th birthdays and moving out of the junior ranks; the only girl to retain her spot from last year is 16 year old Tayla Morison (VIC) off the back of a fantastic 12 months; Morison made the Victorian Open Ladies team and received an invitation by National Selectors as one of 20 ladies to trial for this year’s Australian Jackaroos Squad. Making the grade for the first time, Queensland’s Australian Open Singles Champions Jacob Nelson (16) and Sophie Young (15), whose form at the Australian Under-18 Championships has confirmed their status as the leading lights in junior bowls, walking away from the event with 2 golds and one silver medal between them. Queensland’s other golden girl Taleah Putney brings the ‘Sunshine State’ to a total of four Australian Squad members after Putney won two gold medals in the triples and fours this week and caught the attention of National Selectors. Young’s victor for the coveted singles title Tiffany Brodie has earned the call up after a stellar performance this week that has seen her pick up silver in the singles and silver in the triples; whilst her triples team mate Amelia Bruggy will also join the 2015-16 squad.
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South Australia’s Joshua Studham is having a week to remember after claiming the only gold medal for SA this week in the boys pairs, Studham will take his place in the new national squad as the sole South Australian to receive the honour. Kate Matthews is flying the flag for New South Wales in the girls squad, following in the footsteps of NSW predecessors Ellen Ryan and Dawn Hayman who have gone on to higher honours since their junior days. Bowls Australia would like to acknowledge those players who have played their final Australian Under-18 Championships here in Canberra and wish them luck in their endeavours in the senior ranks; we wish Michaela Bailey-Nelson, Jesse Herbert, Kate Davis, William Hyatt, and Cindy McGrath the very best. The next international duties of which players from the new Australian Junior Squad will be selected from is the Tran-Tasman in New Zealand in March 2016; this team will be announced in January. Congratulations to all the wonderful junior bowlers who competed in the Australian Under-18 Championships; the future of bowls is in safe hands. Australian Junior SquadTiffany Brodie (VIC) Jayden Christie (VIC) Amelia Bruggy (VIC) Joshua Corless (VIC) Kate Mathews (NSW) Jono Davis (NSW) Tayla Morison (VIC) Nic Gosley (QLD) Taleah Putney (QLD) Jacob Nelson (QLD) Sophie Young (QLD) Joshua Studham (SA)
The Australian Under-18 Championships came to a stunning conclusion at Tuggeranong Vikings Lawn Bowls Club with the country’s elite junior bowlers capping off a fantastic event with more high quality and high-energy finals this afternoon. Queensland will leave Canberra with the girls, boys and overall trophies in what was a dominating and consistent performance from all 10 of their players across week; however 60 medals have been handed out at these championships and six State and Territories shared the honours.
Queensland claimed the boys, girls and overall state champion trophies at the Australian Under-18 Championships in what was one of the best supported and most successful events ever held in the nations capital
MAROONS DOMINATION
NSW’s Jono Davis has continued his hot streak of form collecting another prestigious gold medal this year to go with the two he bagged at the recent Youth Commonwealth Games in Samoa. In the boys singles Davis was too good for Queenslander Dale WcWhinney-Shillington who entered the match off the back of a strong performance that won him bronze in the boys pairs; Davis never dropped more than two shots on any end in the match and after getting out to a 12-6 lead, Davis kept his nose in front for the rest of the match winning the final 21-15. The Northern Territory was contesting their only gold medal match in the girls pairs but unfortunately history couldn’t be created
today with the strong NSW outfit of Madeline Goncalves and Molly Wilton defeating Kerri-Ann Zavazal and Shae Smith 24-12. The victory in the pairs was the only gold for the NSW girls at these championships; however their triples combination of Cindy McGrath, Kate Matthews and Kate Davis claimed bronze against Western Australia 21-15 this afternoon. Queensland girls continued their dominance on the competition notching up another gold medal in the girls triples to accompany their gold in the singles and fours. With two ends to play Queensland was
trailing by one but a full count of six on the second last end put them in a commanding position; Victoria picked up two on the last end but it wasn’t enough to chase down the maroons in yet another finals victory. Victoria was able to claim revenge in the girls pairs with Mikayla Long and Tayla Morison defeating Sophie Young and Tiffany Murray 18-7 in the bronze medal match.
In the boys fours Queensland dropped the last three ends of the match to NSW however the lead they had established in the middle stages of the match was enough to keep the maroons in front; Mitchell Mears, Hayden Vogler and Jacob Nelson picked up their second gold medal these championships whilst Nic Gosley added to his bronze from the boys pairs. Northern Territory had another crack for a medal this event however the Victorian boys fours combination of Todd Trewarne, Jordan Yates, Curtis Hanley and Joshua Corless had a different idea claiming the second bronze medal for the Victorian boys this Australian Under-18 Championships. Victoria’s Jayden Christie was victorious over Tasmania’s Mitchell Banks 21-10 in their bronze medal play-off in the boys singles.
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Flapper calls an end to international career Matthew Flapper is hanging up the boots on a wonderful international career to spend more time with family and friends and concentrate on his role at Ocean Grove Bowling Club Matthew Flapper announced his retirement from the Australian Jackaroos Squad in October, bringing to an end what has been a fantastic career for the much loved Australian star. Flapper, a Commonwealth Games bronze medallist with 72 international appearances under his belt, has left a lasting legacy on his Australian teammates as one of the most respected players of his era. Flapper made his international debut in the 2012 Asia Pacific Merdeka International alongside Dylan Fisher, Carla Odgers and Claire Turley and after years of hard work and dedication Flapper’s greatest achievement came at the 2014 Commonwealth Games where he skipped the men’s fours to bronze. The Victorian representative has led the Australian Jackaroos to many a victory during his time skipping for his nation and can walk away from international competition proud of his achievements whilst donning on the green and gold. Words of support have come in thick and fast from his Australian Jackaroos teammates expressing how much Flapper will be missed in the green and gold and as a popular member of the team. Australian Jackaroos Captain Lynsey Clarke shared her memories of Matthew Flapper and wished him well post-Australian representation.
Aussie’s out on the green. “I still remember how awesome it was hearing you cheer out for the first time during your first Trans-Tasman in New Zealand, that voice! “Congratulations on everything you have accomplished.” “What a true gentleman; Matt took me under his wing on my first trip with the Australian contingent to New Zealand, this is something that I will never forget and Matt will continue to be a player that I look up too, what a competitor,” said Ray Pearse. “We will absolutely miss having you around the squad mate, over the past few years you certainly brought something special to the men’s squad; I loved playing every minute alongside you and you should be very proud of your achievements,” said Mark Casey. “Matt you have been a wonderful representative for Australia, a true ambassador for our country and our sport and a great friend to all, you will be missed,” said Australian Assistant Coach Gary Willis. National Coach Steve Glasson OAM says Matthew can be extremely proud of all he has done and contributed in his time at the top of our sport. “Please accept my heartiest congratulations on all you have achieved on and off the green, we will miss you,” said Glasson. “Flappers brought his personal touch to the team, from his highly competitive nature, his desire to always put the team first, his love and honour of the green and gold, his wicked sense of humour and let’s not forget his ‘savage’ collection of funds at team fine sessions.”
“Matt’s contribution to the Australian team and its culture over the years has been huge and will be sorely missed,” Clarke said.
Ocean Grove Bowling Club has been an incredible support to Flapper in his endeavours to represent Australia; this was evident when they hosted the Australia vs Malaysia test series in 2013 and prepared their greens to replicate the slow Northern Hemisphere greens in the lead up to the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
“Not only will we miss your on green ability and presence but that loud booming voice we all love hearing in support of all the
Bowls Australia congratulate Matthew Flapper on his wonderful career and wish him the best in ‘life after bowls’.
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Teys Joins Australian Jackaroos Squad Warilla’s Aaron Teys has been elevated to the Australian Jackaroos Squad.
Bowls Australia congratulate Aaron Teys on his elevation to the Australian Jackaroos Squad.
Warilla’s Aaron Teys has been confirmed as a late inclusion in the Australian Jackaroos Squad for 2015/16, following a stunning showing at the national high performance selection camp in New Zealand last week. Teys, 21, thoroughly impressed National Coach Steve Glasson and his selectors during the gruelling six-day camp, which was used to trial 21 players on the surface and in the conditions of next month’s 18-nation Asia Pacific Championships event in Christchurch. Despite not being named as one of the five male competitors chosen to don the green and gold uniform at the New Zealand event from November 24 to December 6, Teys did more than enough to prove he has what it takes to mix it with the best in the business and has been formally promoted to the ranks of the nation’s top high performance tier, the Australian Jackaroos Squad, elevated from the NSW National Training Centre Squad. The apprentice greenkeeper not only dazzled at the selection camp, but has been in scintillating form at some of the sport’s biggest events in recent months, including winning the nation’s most coveted title, the Australian Open’s $16,000 blue-ribbon men’s singles crown, a semi-final finish to eventual winner Jeremy Henry at the $30,000 Australian Indoor Championships, and a stellar performance at the $60,000 National 5 A Side to help guide his Warilla Gorillas contingent to a historic third title. “It is with much pleasure that I advise the promotion of Aaron Teys to being a formal member of the Jackaroos Squad,” Glasson said. “Aaron has demonstrated he has the ability and determination to be an official member of Australia’s elite and through continued persistence and work ethic, will hopefully one day get the opportunity to represent his country in competition.” Teys joins the 20 player Jackaroos team as the youngest current male member, but alongside a host of fresh blood in a new-look contingent that was announced in July, including Ellen Ryan, 18, Kristina Krstic, 21, Aaron Wilson, 23, Max Kleinig, 26, and Ray Pearse, 31. NEW SOUTH WALES BOWLS PLUS OCT/NOV/DEC 2015 17
Fantastic News for Sunshine Coast and neighbouring Bowls Clubs 2 x pairs and 1x Fours. Two Divisions – An open and Restricted. 5 home games and 5 away (all games to be completed - but if washed out must be replayed)
Gympie to the North, and Bribie Island /Caboolture to the South. The Eights is an exciting new initiative in Lawn
Bowls with the emphasis on reducing travel time, costs and catering for the smaller Bowls Clubs. The vision of “The Eights” was evolved by a group of keen bowlers from local Sunshine Coast Bowls Clubs and is scheduled to commence in January 2016. There will be 10 weeks of home and away games with finals held two weeks later. Darren Colburn a Buderim member first floated the idea some months back and since then; interest has been positive and gained momentum. Geoff Brown, Chairman of the EIGHTS organising committee, explained to JUST BOWLS the format of the competition which in the first year would be for male bowlers only. (Hopefully Lady Bowlers will be included the following year). Structure of the competition will include:
21 ends – dead ends to be replayed – no time limit. Entry - $800 plus GST.
NOTE: entry fee will be recouped in greens fees at say $10 per head x 10 games x 8 players - $800.00. No green fees for visitors. Clubs are on a winner here – Money back plus prize money!
Travel restricted to 1 hour (approxi mately) Sunshine coast to Gympie to the north and Caboolture/Bribie Island to the South. Prize money $40 per rink win +further prize money in finals. Sections of six teams each. Finals to be played at Buderim in the first year. ACCOUNTABILITY – A financial Statement of income and expenditure will he provided to all competing clubs within one month of the finals. Competition will be run on a volunteer basis with recovery of the set up and running costs only to be recovered.
ORGANISING COMMITTEE – Geoff Brown (Palmwoods and Buderim) - Chairperson Mob 0421525422
Darren Colburn (Secretary/Treasurer (Buderim) Mob 0400733737. Barry Ashby (Buderim) Sponsorship – Mob 0418710210. Tony Austin (Mooloolaba) Mob 0417799721. Don Woodley (Mooloolaba) Administrative/ Conditions of play/collating results etc. Mob 0407692131. Gary Evans – (Gympie Albert) Mob 0408070328 – Northern Co-ordinator. Southern Co-ordinator to be advised. Chairman Geoff Brown (pictured below) told JUST BOWLS his group wants to encourage players to play bowls not to find excuses NOT to play. He said the Committee was happy for Clubs to play alongside (as a cheaper alternative) to the proven Super Challenge and Premier Leagues competitions. And would definitely encourage smaller Clubs to combine with another Club to make up a team of eight. Geoff sees this competition as one that Club Managements will find exciting and cost effective to enter. With the benefits of reduced travel, an even mix of home and away games, entry fees recouped in green fees, prize money for rink wins and it caters for the smaller clubs. Expressions of interest have already been received from several clubs including -Mooloolaba, Buderim, Caloundra, Pelican Waters, Nambour, Gympie and Maleny but would welcome entries from other clubs as well. Geoff said there is no limit to the number of clubs/teams that can enter. All the details of this great new competition including an entry form, can be found at the Eights Website: www.greatbowlschallenge.com. Jack High Editor – JUST BOWLS!
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WHAT CHANGES HAS YOUR LOCAL CLUB MADE?
Maroubra Sports Club is getting creative with its bowling greens, using the the space for a kids’ activity group. WITH a “fuddy duddy” reputation and dwindling numbers of competitive players, the state’s lawn bowling clubs having to become creative to attract paying customers. Childcare centres, putt-putt golf greens, gyms, remote control car tracks and community gardens are just some of the new uses bowling clubs are finding for their pristine bowling greens. Clubs NSW CEO Anthony Ball said the world had changed since the sport’s glory years in the 1950s and clubs were being forced to adapt.
greens with a remote control car rally track, while Willoughby Park Bowling Club is considering installing a community garden. This remote control car rally track at Cobar Memorial Services and Bowling Club used to be the lawn bowls green. Mr Ball said there has been an ¬increase in the number of casual “barefoot” bowlers who come in for bucks parties or corporate events. But many country clubs don’t have access to those customers and are also stung by high water prices. Creative clubs Bronte Bowling Club: Childcare centre Doyalson Wyee RSL Club: Gym and alfresco dining
Janina Nearn’s twin boys Miles and Ari go to the Greenwood Bronte childcare centre, which used to be a bowling green. Picture: Toby Zerna
“Bowling is seen as a game for grandparents and fuddy duddies, and it needs to shake off that image,” Mr Ball said. “People who played bowls are now playing golf or driving around the country as grey nomads. “There is a lot more attention for people’s time than there was in the 1950s. The challenge now is to adapt or die.” Twenty nine of the state’s bowling clubs have closed or amalgamated in the past five years, with clubs forking out an average of $70,000 every year to maintain one bowling green. The exorbitant costs have led many clubs to keep one green for players and develop two others. Doyalson Wyee RSL Club is making way for a fitness centre and 300seat alfresco dining area, to be developed by Christmas. Cobar Memorial Services and Bowling Club replaced one of their
Greenlees Sporting Club in Concord West: Kids’ rugby and netball clinics
Cobar Memorial Services and Bowling Club: Remote control car track Willoughby Park Bowling Club: Considering a community garden West Wyalong Recreation Bowling Club: Considering putt-putt golf Maroubra Sports Club will turn its bowling green into a market next month in an effort to get more people using its facilities. They also have a parent’s play group and Futsal soccer competition held on one of their three bowling greens. “We are also considering a community garden, microbrewery or even a childcare centre — just as long as it is community orientated,” marketing manager Evelyn Le Pavoux said. “We simply don’t have the professional bowling membership like we used to.” A $1.1 million childcare facility has replaced a green at Bronte Bowling Club in Sydney’s east. The Greenwood Bronte will ¬accommodate 76 children and is due to be completed by the end of this month. The club’s secretary, Brian Parish, said instead of bleeding cash they will get $20,000 or more per month over the next 10 years. “There is simply no competition when it comes to money because we make a loss on the green,” Mr Parish said. “Bowlers will only pay $5 or $6 to bowl.” The country’s ageing population appears to have done nothing for memberships either, with each club having about 200-300 members. NEW SOUTH WALES BOWLS PLUS OCT/NOV/DEC 2015 19
changed his mission. He nodded at the American Pilot and began flying in formation so German anti-aircraft gunners on the ground wouldn’t shoot down the slow-moving bomber. (The Luftwaffe had B-17’s of its own, shot down and rebuilt for secret missions and training.) Stigler escorted the bomber over the North Sea and took one last look at the American Pilot. Then he saluted him, peeled his fighter away and returned to Germany. “Good luck,” Stigler said to himself. “You’re in God’s hands now...” Franz Stigler didn’t think the big B-17 could make it back to England and wondered for years what happened to the American Pilot and crew he encountered in combat. Luftwaffe Major Franz Stigler
WHAT A STORY There is a wonderful book called “A Higher Call” about this TRUE story below. The 21-year old American B-17 pilot glanced outside his cockpit and froze. He blinked hard and looked again, hoping it was just a mirage. But his Co-Pilot stared at the same horrible vision. “My God, this is a nightmare,” the Co-Pilot said. “He’s going to destroy us,” the Pilot agreed. The men were looking at a gray German Messerschmitt fighter hovering just three feet off their wingtip. It was five days before Christmas 1943, and the fighter had closed in on their crippled American B-17 bomber for the kill.
nodded at Brown and saluted. What happened next was one of the most remarkable acts of chivalry recorded during World War Il . Stigler pressed his hand over the rosary he kept in his flight jacket. He eased his index finger off the trigger. He couldn’t shoot. It would be murder. Stigler wasn’t just motivated by vengeance that day. He also lived by a code. He could trace his Family’s Ancestry to Knights in 16th Century Europe. He had once studied to be a Priest. A German Pilot who spared the enemy, though, risked death in Nazi Germany. If someone reported him, he would be executed. Yet, Stigler could also hear the voice of his commanding officer, who once told him: “You follow the rules of war for you -- not your enemy. You fight by rules to keep your humanity.” Alone with the crippled bomber, Stigler
Brown’s Crippled B-17 Stalked by Stigler’s ME-109 The B-17 Pilot, Charles Brown, was a 21-year-old West Virginia farm boy on his first combat mission. His bomber had been shot to pieces by swarming fighters, and his plane was alone, struggling to stay in the skies above Germany. Half his crew was wounded, and the tail gunner was dead, his blood frozen in icicles over the machine guns. But when Brown and his Co-Pilot, Spencer “Pinky” Luke, looked at the Fighter Pilot again, something odd happened. The German didn’t pull the trigger. He stared back at the bomber in amazement and respect. Instead of pressing the attack, he 20 BOWLS PLUS NEW SOUTH WALES OCT/NOV/DEC 2015
As he watched the German fighter peel away that December day, 2nd Lt. Charles Brown wasn’t thinking of the philosophical connection between enemies. He was thinking of survival. He flew his crippled plane, filled with wounded, back to his base in England and landed with one of four engines knocked out, one failing and barely any fuel left. After his bomber came to a stop, he leaned back in his chair and put a hand over a pocket Bible he kept in his flight jacket. Then he sat in silence. Brown flew more missions before the war ended. Life moved on. He got married, had two Daughters, supervised foreign aid for the U.S. State Department during the Vietnam War and eventually retired to Florida. Late in life, though, the encounter with the German Pilot began to gnaw at him. He started having nightmares, but in his dream there would be no act of mercy. He would awaken just before his bomber crashed. Brown took on a new mission. He had to find that German Pilot. Who was he? Why
did he save my life? He scoured Military Archives in the U.S. and England. He attended a Pilots’ Reunion and shared his story. He finally placed an ad in a German Newsletter for former Luftwaffe Pilots, retelling the story and asking if anyone knew the Pilot. On January 18, 1990, Brown received a letter. He opened it and read: “Dear Charles, All these years I wondered what happened to that B-17, did she make it home? Did her crew survive their wounds? To hear of your survival has filled me with indescribable joy...” It was Stigler. He had left Germany after the war and moved to Vancouver, British Columbia, in 1953. He became a prosperous Businessman. Now retired, Stigler told Brown that he would be in Florida come summer and “it sure would be nice to talk about our encounter.” Brown was so excited, though, that he couldn’t wait to see Stigler. He called Directory Assistance for Vancouver and asked whether there was a number for a Franz Stigler. He dialed the number, and Stigler picked up. “My God, it’s you!” Brown shouted as tears ran down his cheeks. Brown had to do more. He wrote a letter to Stigler in which he said: “To say THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU on behalf of my surviving crew members and their families appears totally inadequate.” The two Pilots would meet again, but this time in person, in the lobby of a Florida hotel. One of Brown’s Friends was there to record the Summer Reunion. Both men looked like retired businessmen: they were plump, sporting neat ties and formal shirts. They fell into each other’ arms and wept and laughed. They talked about their encounter in a light, jovial tone. The mood then changed. Someone asked Stigler what he thought about Brown. Stigler sighed and his square jaw tightened. He began to fight back tears before he said in heavily accented English: “I love you, Charlie.”
Charles Brown, with his wife, Jackie (left), with Franz Stigler, with his wife, Hiya.
Brown and Stigler became pals. They would take fishing trips together. They would fly cross-country to each other homes and take road trips together to share their story at schools and Veterans’ Reunions. Their Wives, Jackie Brown and Hiya Stigler, became Friends. Brown’s Daughter says her Father would worry about Stigler’s health and constantly check in on him. “It wasn’t just for show,” she says. “They really did feel for each other. They talked about once a week.” As his friendship with Stigler deepened, something else happened to her father, Warner says “The nightmares went away.” Brown had written a letter of thanks to Stigler, but one day, he showed the extent of his gratitude. He organized a reunion of his surviving crew members, along with their extended families. He invited Stigler as a Guest of Honor. During the Reunion, a video was played showing all the faces of the people that now lived -- Children, Grandchildren, Relatives -- because of Stigler’s act of Chivalry. Stigler watched the film from his Seat of Honor. “Everybody was crying, not just him,”
Warner says. Stigler and Brown died within months of each other in 2008. Stigler was 92, and Brown was 87. They had started off as Enemies, became Friends, and then something more. After he died, Warner was searching through Brown’s library when she came across a book on German fighter jets. Stigler had given the book to Brown. Both were country boys who loved to read about planes. Warner opened the book and saw an inscription Stigler had written to Brown: In 1940, I lost my only brother as a night fighter. On the 20th of December, 4 days before Christmas, I had the chance to save a B-17 from her destruction, a plane so badly damaged, it was a wonder that she was still flying. The Pilot, Charlie Brown, is for me as precious as my Brother was. Thanks Charlie. Your Brother, Franz By Les Taylor Banora Point Bowls Club
Stigler had lost his Brother, his Friends and his Country. He was virtually exiled by his Countrymen after the war. There were 28,000 Pilots who fought for the German Air Force. Only 1,200 survived. The war cost him everything. Charlie Brown was the only good thing that came out of World War II for Franz. It was the one thing he could be proud of. The meeting helped Brown as well, says his oldest daughter, Dawn Warner. They met as enemies but Franz Stigler, on left, and Charles Brown, ended up as fishing buddies. NEW SOUTH WALES BOWLS PLUS OCT/NOV/DEC 2015 21
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Set as they are, in beautifully Set asSet they inare, beautifully asare, they inthe beautifully landscaped grounds, diverse landscaped grounds, the of diverse landscaped grounds, the displays and exhibitions thediverse displays and exhibitions displays and exhibitions of the of the museum indulge the imagination of museum indulge the imagination museum indulge the imagination of of the visitor. The quaint and the the visitor. The quaint and the the visitor. The quaint and the curious - a little country schoolroom, curious - a country little country schoolroom, curious - a little schoolroom, a tiny wooden church and a tiny wooden church a tiny awooden church and aand a two-stand shearing shed. two-stand shearing two-stand shearing shed.shed. The simple cottage of The simple cottage The simple cottage of of hardwood slabs that that was hardwood hardwood slabs slabs that was was homehome to thetoBradman family the Bradman family home to the Bradman family in Sir in Donald’s infancy, and Sir Donald’s infancy, in Sir Donald’s infancy, and and the memorabilia of the memorabilia the memorabilia of of showman andboxing boxing showman and boxing showman and promoter, Jimmy Sharman. promoter, Jimmy Sharman. promoter, Jimmy Sharman. Theexciting exciting newTemora Temora Ambulance The exciting new Temora Ambulance The new Ambulance Museum the result of cooperation Museum theisresult result of cooperation cooperation Museum isisthe of between the Ambulance Service between theAmbulance Ambulance Service andand between the Service and the Rural Museum. a score theRural Rural Museum. MoreMore thanthan score the Museum. More than aa score of ambulance vehicles served ofambulance ambulance vehicles that that served of vehicles that served the community across the twentieth thecommunity community across the twentieth twentieth the across the century provide the centerpiece century provide thecenterpiece centerpiece century provide the of an exhibition which ofan anexhibition exhibition which of which explores the many aspects explores themany many aspects explores the aspects ofdevelopment the development of the of the of the of the development of the ambulance service over ambulanceservice serviceover over ambulance the past 120 years. thepast past120 120years. years. the
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The Gaden Trout Hatchery is located in the Snowy Mountains just The Gaden Trout Hatchery is located in the Snowy Mountains just outside of the town Jindabyne. outside of the town Jindabyne. Gaden Trout Hatchery is one of Australia’s main centres for breeding and rearing water sport including salmon and trout. Gaden Troutcold Hatchery is onefish of Australia’s main centres for breeding Gaden Trout Hatchery is one of Australia’s main centres for breeding Hatchery breeding is necessary to including supplement natural breeding and rearing cold water sport fish salmon and trout. fish and rearing and coldensure water sport fish recreational including salmon and are trout. populations premier fisheries maintained Hatchery breeding is necessary to supplement natural breeding fish Hatchery breeding is necessary to supplement natural breeding fish across the state. populations and ensure premier recreational fisheries are maintained populations and ensure premier recreational fisheries are maintained across the state. across the state. There are tours run daily at the hatchery at the times of 10am and 2pm. are also takenatatthe anytimes time of between 8am ThereThere are tours run group daily atbookings thehatchery hatchery 10am There are tours run daily at the at the times of 10am andand 2pm. and 4pm daily, days abookings week. taken There are also group bookings takenatatany any time between 8am 2pm. There areseven also group time between 8am and 4pm daily, seven days a week. and 4pm daily, seven days a week. We produce fish each year and release them out into waterways. We We each year and release them out into waterways. have releasedfish more than 9.5and million fish in the last five years. From Weproduce produce fish each year release them out into waterways. WeWe have more than 9.5million millionfish fishinrainbow inthe the last five years. From May toreleased September year, brown and trout swim have released moreeach than 9.5 last five years. From May each year,brown brown and rainbow trout swim upstream from Lakeeach Jindabyne into the Thredbo River on their annual Mayto toSeptember September year, and rainbow trout swim upstream from Lake Jindabyne into theThredbo Thredbo their annual spawning they search forthe gravel bedsRiver inRiver which they lay upstreamrun, fromwhere Lake Jindabyne into onon their annual spawning theysearch searchfor forgravel gravelbeds beds which they their eggs. run, spawning run, where where they inin which they laylay their theireggs. eggs. The spawning fish are trapped in a purpose built trap and are The fish areand trapped purpose built trap and Thespawning spawning fish are trapped ininaaThe purpose built trap and areare separated into males females. female fish is lightly separated males and females. The female fish lightly separated into intoand males females. The female fish is is lightly anaesthetised, herand eggs and roe gently removed. The male’s fish and her herof eggs androe roegently gently removed. The male’s anaesthetised, eggs removed. male’s fish isanaesthetised, then gently stripped his and milt, which is mixed withThe the eggs in afish isisthen gently stripped ofhis his milt, which mixed with eggs then gently stripped of which isismixed with thethe eggs in ain a bowl, and water is added. Themilt, stripped fish are later released back bowl, and water is added. added.The The stripped fishare are later released bowl, and water The stripped fish later released into the river, unharmed. eggs are then left for 6-8 weeksback toback into the river, unharmed. The eggs are then left for 6-8 weeks to into the river, unharmed. The eggs are then left for 6-8 weeks to develop into a fully formed fish. develop formedfish. fish. developinto into a fully formed
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See how how premier premier sport See sportfish fish are bred bred and raised! are raised! Open10 10 am–4 am–4 pm pm daily. Open daily. leapingfish fish* *4 species 4 species **leaping ClosedAnzac, Anzac, Christmas, Christmas, Boxing breeding ponds, AVAV show Closed Boxingday. day. * aquaria, aquaria, breeding ponds, show * area Guidedtours tours 10 10 am beautifulpicnic–BBQ picnic–BBQ area Guided am and and22pm. pm. **beautiful smoked trout for sale Self-guided tours tours on on selected Self-guided selecteddays. days. ** smoked trout for sale kids fishing workshops. Smalladmission admission fee. fee. **find findout outabout about kids fishing workshops. Small 12934
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TOUR THE GADEN HATCHERY TOUR THE GADEN HATCHERY The Gaden Trout Hatchery is located in HATCHERY the Snowy Mountains just TOUR THE GADEN outside of the town Jindabyne.
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Gaden Rd (off Kosciuszko Rd) Gaden Rd (off Kosciuszko Rd) Jindabyne. 02 6451 3400 Jindabyne. 02 6451 3400 www.dpi.nsw.gov.au www.dpi.nsw.gov.au
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There was also a very early hatchery at Cooma, built around 1929 There was alsoaavery veryofearly early hatchery atCooma, Cooma, built around 1929 There was also hatchery at built around 1929 by local enthusiasts the Cooma Fishermen’s Club. The hatchery by local enthusiasts of the Cooma Fishermen’s Club. The hatchery by local enthusiasts of the Cooma Fishermen’s Club. The hatchery equipment and building was moved to the Caldwell Hatchery on equipment andbuilding building wasmoved moved tothe theof Caldwell Hatchery on equipment and to Caldwell Hatchery on the Maclaughlin River in was 1939 by members the recently formed the Maclaughlin River in 1939 by members thesame recently formed the Maclaughlin River in 1939 byand members ofofthe the recently formed Monaro Acclimatisation Society much of equipment Monaro Acclimatisation Society and much the same equipment Monaro Acclimatisation Society much ofofthe same equipment was later used to build the Gadenand Trout Hatchery on the Thredbo. was later later used usedto tobuild buildthe theGaden GadenTrout TroutHatchery Hatcheryon onthe theThredbo. Thredbo. was
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Ingredients 2 cups rolled oats 1/4 cup roasted macadamia nuts, chopped 1/4 cup roasted hazelnuts, chopped 1/4 cup shredded coconut 2 tablespoons pepitas 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds 2 tablespoons chia or linseed 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots 1/4 cup dried sour cherries or cranberries 1 green apple, grated 1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange rind 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
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Taking place across five days from Wednesday 6 to Sunday 10 January in Parkes, NSW, this year’s Festival theme is the Elvis Presley Mexican film classic, ‘Fun In Acapulco’. So grab your sombrero and head out to Parkes for a hot and spicy good time, and experience what one of NSW’s most vibrant regional communities has to offer. The program for the 2016 Parkes Elvis Festival has been announced and it’s jam-packed full of entertainment to rock the Central West. Tickets are now on sale to all events including the fabulous 2016 ClubsNSW Keno Feature Concert Series starring leading U.S. Elvis tribute artist Donny Edwards. Donny Edwards will perform four high-octane shows at Parkes Leagues Club, showcasing the best of The King’s Fifties, Sixties and Seventies sounds. Donny shines with his authentic tribute to Elvis Presley, bringing to life the voice, moves and looks of The King backed by the dynamic eight-piece Elvis In Concert Band. For the first time in its 24-year history, Parkes Elvis Festival will stage a preliminary round of the 2016 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest, officially endorsed by Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc. Across the Heats on Friday 8 January and the Final on Saturday 9 January, leading Elvis tribute artists from Australia and New Zealand will battle it out at Parkes Leagues Club, with the winner to represent Parkes during the Semi Final round of the 2016 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest in Memphis, USA, during ‘Elvis Week’ next August. Heats and finals tickets are on sale now. The Elvis Express returns in 2016, rollin’ its way from Sydney to Parkes on Thursday 7 January with passengers enjoying onboard entertainment from a bevy of Elvis tribute artists. The 2016 Miss Priscilla Dinner on Thursday 7 January sees the sashing of the 2016 Miss Priscilla as the audience enjoys a two-course dinner and show. And don’t miss the Sunday 10 January extravaganza, ‘The Ultimates’, starring the very best Australian Ultimate contestants who have previously competed in world titles contests. The 2016 Parkes Elvis Festival offers the annual free Festival favourites, fun for the whole family! Don’t miss the Northparkes Mines Street Parade on Clarinda Street Saturday 9 January at 10am. With Elvis-themed floats, Elvis and Priscilla look-a-likes, vintage cars and marching bands, it’s the highlight of the weekend. In 2016 the Elvis Gospel Service transitions to its new venue, the vibrant Cooke Park Main Stage, on Sunday 10 January at 9am. Reminiscent of a Southern Revival service, Donny Edwards will make a special appearance alongside local choirs and musicians. Following the Service is the beloved Renewal of Vows Ceremony at 11.30am, where couples rekindle their love in Parkes and renew their vows before an Elvis celebrant.
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Talented buskers will line The NRMA Festival Boulevard to wow the crowds and compete for the prize of 2016 Festival Busker. The 2016 Festival’s Wall of Fame honours performer and producer Robie Porter (‘Rob E.G.’). And if that doesn’t satisfy your musical fix, head down to the Cooke Park Main Stage where you can relax, grab a bite to eat at the Festival Markets and enjoy four days of free all-ages entertainment and competitions. The 2016 Parkes Elvis Festival features more than 150 free and ticketed events, shows, concerts and competitions. The 2016 program is now available online and in print pocket-guide format. The souvenir program is available for pre-order and will be distributed in November. For all programming and ticketing information, visit www.parkeselvisfestival.com.au.
Dust off those blue suede shoes and get ready to rock’n’roll at the 2016 Parkes Elvis Festival! 28 BOWLS PLUS NEW SOUTH WALES OCT/NOV/DEC 2015
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Legendary Broadway star Audra McDonald to make her Sydney debut with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra Grammy, Emmy and Tony award-winning singer and actress Audra McDonald will make her long-awaited Sydney debut at the Sydney Opera House early next month with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra.
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TWO DOUBLE PASSES TO GIVEAWAY FOR THE FIRST 2 CALLERS TO RING BOWLS PLUS ON O424 672 796 The world’s favourite musical is returning to Australia. The lavish London Palladium production of The Sound of Music will commence in Sydney at the Capitol Theatre in December, followed by seasons in Brisbane, Melbourne and Adelaide in 2016. Bowls Plus Magazine has 2 x double passes to giveaway to the performance on Sunday 13 December, 1pm at Sydney’s Capitol Theatre. This acclaimed production of the legendary Rodgers and Hammerstein musical premiered in 2006 at the home of West End musical theatre, the London Palladium, where it celebrated a record-breaking 954 performances seen by well over 2 million people, before going on to enjoy sell-out seasons internationally. The Australian production will be led by Amy Lehpamer (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Once, The Rocky Horror Show) as Maria Rainer and Cameron Daddo (Legally Blonde, Big River) as Captain Georg von Trapp, starring alongside Marina Prior (Mary Poppins, The Secret Garden) as Baroness Schraeder, Jacqueline Dark (Opera Australia’s Aida, Don Giovanni) as Mother Abbess, Lorraine Bayly (Calendar Girls, The Sullivans) as Frau Schmidt and David James (Playschool, Avenue Q) as Max Detweiler. For more information visit soundofmusictour.com.au
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By the age of 85 one in two Australians will have been diagnosed with cancer Australian Institute of health and Welfare (AIHW). It’s a sobering statistic, and one which means that in our lifetime we will all be touched by cancer. Whether personally, or through loved ones – no one is immune. We all want a cancer free future for our loved ones Which makes Cancer Council NSW so determined to find better treatments and management for cancer patients and their loved ones. Gordana recalls when her mum, Anica, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2001. “I remember how hard it was for mum when the doctors told her she would need a mastectomy and would lose her right breast. It wasn’t just about her appearance, for her it was a connection to motherhood as well.” Luckily Anica received world class support from Cancer Council NSW, and lived out her life cancer free. “The support that mum, and our whole family received during that time and afterward was incredible. It blew us away. If it weren’t for the support in place Mum’s story would have been so different.” ”When Mum recovered and decided to leave a financial gift to the Cancer Council in her will, our whole family agreed with her choice. It was her chance to give back to a community that had given her a new chance at life.” Gordana could not be more proud of Anica’s decision to leave a bequest to Cancer Council NSW. “I want to encourage you, just like mum did, to talk to the Cancer Council about leaving a gift in your will and living on in the fight against cancer”. If you share the hope and vision of Anica and Cancer Council NSW to beat cancer and would like more information about leaving a gift in your will, visit cancercouncil.com.au/bequests or please contact our Bequest team on (02) 9334 1479.
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21 - 26 February 2016
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01 - 07 May &/or 2nd week 08 - 12 May 2016
Norfolk’s signature longstanding event, 2016 will be the 55th Bounty Bowls tournament; an open fours competition where teams can be men, women or mixed. Or travel with your club for a social bowls comp, travel any time of year and roll up with the friendly locals!
7 night holiday packages from $999 ex Brisbane & 10 nights from $1199 ex Sydney Packages are per person & include: Return ‘seat & bag’ economy airfare to Norfolk Island + all pre-paid airline taxes, meet & greet at Norfolk Island airport, twin share accommodation, car hire including surcharge for the duration of your stay (petrol is additional) + Norfolk Island Travel Centre bonuses. Prices quoted are for South Pacific Pairs and Social bowls club visits. Prices are current at time of printing , subject to availability & change without notice. Conditions apply. Bowling registration fees are additional to holiday package prices.
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The City of Cessnock is the Gateway to the Hunter Valley Vineyards in New South Wales Cessnock provides easy access to the oldest wine-growing region in Australia. The city has a number of fine restaurants, guesthouses and galleries, and the Cessnock Leagues Club is adjacent to the Wine Country Motor Inn.
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Some of the finest wines in the world are created in the Hunter Valley and its towns, as well as acclaimed gourmet food eateries. There are over 120 Cellar doors and 100 plus cafes and eateries, as well as the world renowned Hunter Valley Gardens, offering display garden, The Hunter Valley Gardens Christmas Lights and now Snow Time. Seasonally the valley offers various festivals, and promotions, 4 great outdoor Concert Venues, with about 12 concerts set down for the coming 12 months. The valley has 4 well known Golf Courses, and is a popular destination for Bowls.
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What are stem cells? Our bodies are made up of many different types of human cells. If cells die in any one of these areas, new cells are needed to replace them. In these situations the cells that are responsible for creating new cells are ‘stem cells’ or otherwise known as ‘regenerative stem cells’. Stem cells are cells that have the ability to differentiate into specific cells such as muscle cells, skin cells or organ tissue cells. Stem cells have the ability to repair and regenerate at the site of injury. Stem Cell Function • Injury Healing Function – Stem cells travel to the site of injury and replace the damaged cells. • Blood Supply Function – Stem cells create blood vessels that are needed to supply nutrients and oxygen. • Immunomodulatory Function – Stem Cells can differentiate into immune cells to assist in the regulation of the immune system. • Activation of surrounding cells – Depending on the type of secretion produced by the stem cell, different types of cells are activated. Advantages of Stem Cell Treatment • Due to the use of the patients own cells, there will not be adverse reactions . • The process of regeneration and pain relief is fast. • It is a much safer treatment than other surgeries as it has reduced level of the likely hood of infections or allergic reactions. • The natural effects of the treatment will last from 6 months to a year. • It can be used to treat various different joints and also can be used to repair knee cartilage injuries. • After the treatment you can carry on with your everyday activities from the next day. • The synergy effect increases when it is implemented with other treatments. • It is very cost efficient as it doesn’t require expensive surgery fees. • Adult stem cell therapy does not cause cancer.
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HAVE YOU EVER? * Held a Meteorite in your Hand? * Seen the rings of Saturn? * Viewed a star cluster 17,000 light years away? * Seen the craters on the Moon? * Checked out Jupiter? * Wondered about the new Dwarf Planets? * Seen our Sun through a telescope? YOU CAN AT CHARLEVILLE’S COSMOS CENTRE & OBSERVATORY. In the Cosmos Observatory people talk in single words. WOW, OOH AHH and BRILLIANT, as they view the incredible beauty of the Milky Way Galaxy, through the powerful Meade telescopes. BE AMAZED – VISIT OUR OBSERVATORY Charleville’s Cosmos Centre and Observatory has, if you will pardon the pun, universal appeal. The complex has something for everyone. It’s loved by big kids, little kids, the young at heart and even people who have absolutely no interest in the stars or astronomy. ASTRONOMY BY NIGHT – Bookings are essential for all observatory sessions THE COSMOS OBSERVATORY The sheer beauty of the Milky Way, stretching from horizon to horizon, fascinates many visitors. If that isn’t enough, the powerful Meade telescopes allow you to view objects in the night sky that often defy description, many that are thousands of light years away from our Solar System. The outback evenings are just perfect for stargazing and the guides at the Cosmos Centre are keen to share their knowledge and love of all things in our galaxy. EXTENDED OBSERVATORY SESSION If you would like to see and do more in the Observatory you can book into the Small & Personal Observatory Session. No more than six people can attend this session and you guide will take you through a more in depth session. In this session you can even ask to look at something special you always wanted to view through a telescope. Bookings are essential for the observatory sessions, to avoid disappointment book early to ensure your journey to the stars.
UNCOVER THE MYSTERY OF THE NIGHT SKY If you can only find ‘the saucepan’, the southern cross and can find the Moon, or you hear yourself saying ‘what star is that’? … well this is the session for you. Compliment your Observatory session by learning more about the night sky. Your guide will give you the ‘tools’ to work out’ • Learn to use a star disc • Recognise coloured stars • How to navigate the sky ABORIGINAL NIGHT SKY STORIES STORIES THAT ARE OVER 40,000 YEARS OLD. The Aboriginal night sky is so incredibly different to the Greek and Roman stories we have all learnt. Shelly & Lisa want to share the night sky stories that Aboriginal people used to navigate across vast distances, know when to expect seasonal change and what could be gathered and hunted in any given season. Knowing the night sky and what it told was as important as knowing ‘country’. It’s a totally different way of reading the night sky and steeped in ancient lore. ASTRONOMY BY DAY If you think you can only visit at night, be surprised! Astronomy by Day is as different as … well ….. day from night. The Meteorite Talk Learn about falling and shooting stars, hold meteorites in your hand, and be surprised at the beauty of some of the meteorites. Whatever happened to Pluto? In 2006 Pluto became a dwarf planet. Since then, four new dwarf planets have been discovered. Find out about the dwarf planets and quirky facts about our solar system. Cosmos Theatre: Step forward to the year 3035 and as Senators of the Intergalactic Union listen to a report on the state of play on the formation of the Earth.
EVER SEEN THE SUN THROUGH A TELESCOPE?. Observe the most important star in the solar system. This is a fascinating session during the day, where you get to look at the surface of the Sun through a specially designed solar telescope. See sunspots and flares and learn more about the most important (and only) star in the Solar System It’s fun, it’s interesting and well worth a trip to the dark open skies of Queenslands’ Outback. FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Charleville Cosmos centre Phone: 07 4654 7771 Email: cosmoscentre@cosmoscentre.com
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Advancements in Total Knee Replacement, Science over Speculation by Belinda Bosley RN, PNSA Total knee replacement (TKR) surgery is regarded as a very safe and very successful procedure, enabling patients to return to a high quality of life following relief from the symptomatic pain and loss of function associated with degenerative joint disease. This surgery was first performed in 1968; so long-term survivorship of implants is now well established in the literature, as outcome studies have shown very low incidences of failure post surgery. The challenge is to now improve on already good results and try to match high patient expectations following TKR.
Belinda Bosley is a Registered Nurse who first starting working in operating theatres in 1992. Since 2011 Belinda has been working exclusively in the field of hip and knee surgery as well as a specialized osseointegration surgery for amputees..
Today we can categorize patients into two groups the “young elderly” (65 – 75 years) and the “old elderly” (over 75yrs)2. In times gone by, TKR patients were generally satisfied with a painless joint that could bend to 90deg. Whilst the old elderly may continue to be satisfied with this, the expectation of today’s active “young elderly” having TKR is not just a pain free joint but also returning to functional lives including sports activities such as golf, cycling and swimming. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) in 1999 approximately 30% of TKR were performed on patients younger than 65 years. In 2008 this has increased to 41%. Overall the trend for the “young elderly” undergoing TKR is escalating. The aim of TKR is to provide a patient with a functional, pain free joint. To achieve this it is essential to restore four biomechanical aspects: 1. Mechanical axis 2. Joint Line 3. Patella Tracking 4. Ligamentous Balancing Although knee surgery is a very successful operation on
average around 1 in 5 patients report sub optimal results in relation to post-operative pain and function . Patient satisfaction is an important outcome measure, as it has a direct correlation to a patient’s ability to perform normal day-to-day tasks and leisure activities. If functional outcomes can be improved, what role can new technologies and implant designs play in improving overall patient satisfaction? In my opinion the outcome of TKR is dependant on three elements: 1. The Patient: Timing is crucial. Ideally surgery should be considered necessary when the knee joint disease is adversely effecting the patient’s quality of life and before their general health deteriorates to a point where their recovery from the surgery can be compromised (not too early, not too late). Waiting for the complete destruction of the knee joint is unnecessary, may compromise the outcome of the surgery and the patient’s future quality of life. 2. Surgeon: Skill set and experience 3. Technology: Implant design and techniques Since 1968, TKR technique and technology has evolved. Historically the restoration of the knee joint line and the mechanical axis could be achieved by using the surgeon’s sight, skill and manual instrumentation. Over the last ten years we have seen the introduction of Computer Assisted Surgery systems to navigate alignment of TKR’s. More recently Patient Specific Instrumentation (PSI) has been introduced, which utilizes CT or MRI imaging to produce patient specific cutting blocks for the same purpose.
Fig 1. AOA Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, Annual Report, 2014
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PSI cutting blocks have an advantage of cutting down surgical time and instrumentation. Mechanical alignment instrumentation can achieve reasonable ligamentous balancing as well as satisfactory patella tracking. For improved functional performance the importance of obtaining good soft tissue and gap balancing in TKR surgery has also been well documented. Failure to achieve this can lead to either early revision or reduced performance of the joint. This is well illustrated by lower patient satisfaction when undertaking tasks such as ascending or descending stairs or getting out of a car or chair.
There is a technological solution to solve this conundrum, as we are now able to assess very accurately these important gapbalancing measurements with the latest Computer Assisted Surgery software platform. It is now possible to combine two important areas of total knee replacement surgery to ensure accuracy of alignment with the functional benefits of ensuring good soft tissue and ligament balance. It has been shown that the computerized gap balancing technique may result in better stability of the knee joint, which suggests improvements in the overall functional performance of TKR7. We believe that this is a positive and assured step forward in our pursuit to make every TKR patient, a very functional and satisfied patient. To conclude, Australian Orthopaedic trainees are fortunate to be exposed to all modalities of TKR surgical techniques. In my personal experience I have found that the use of computerizednavigation kneereplacement with ligamentous
balancing provides reproducible results and high patient satisfaction. Since 2011 Belinda has worked with Munjed Al Muderis, Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor with The Notre Dame University, School of Medicine, Sydney. He is an Australian trained Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in anterior hip replacement surgery; hip arthroscopy, computer navigated total knee replacement surgery, knee reconstruction and knee arthroscopy. He has a special interest in osseointegration surgery for amputees for which he is internationally known.
Further information can be found at www.almuderis.com.au Ph: 1800 907 905
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Dr. Pavitar Sunner M.B., B.S., F.R.A.C.S., (Orthopaedics)
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total Hip replacement Anterior Hip replacement Hip resurfacing Hip Arthroscopy
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HEALtH NEwS witH Dr PAvitAr SuNNEr - OrtHOPAEDic SurGEON As we age, wear and tear can affect different parts of our body causing problems with mobility. In particular, I see many patients who are experiencing problems with their hips and knees. In my Sydney based practice, I also see many cases of musculoskeletal injuries resulting from sports injuries. I employ modern, minimally invasive treatments that are focused on providing long-term results for my patients. Some of the most common questions asked by my patients include: Q: When should I visit an Orthopaedic specialist about my hips and knees? A: It is a good idea to see an Orthopaedic Specialist if • Joint or musculoskeletal pain begins after you have experienced an injury • Experiencing progressive hip or knee pain that is worse with weight bearing • Joint pain is severe and interfering with function • Suffering moderate or advanced arthritis of the knee or hip • Previous treatment for joint pain has been unsuccessful – including the use of anti-inflammatory medication or paracetamol • Advice from General Practitioner. Q: Is it unusual to see younger patients with hip and knee problems? A: While hip and knee joint degeneration tend to occur with age, I also see many younger patients who partake in regular and intense sporting activities. Q: What are the most common conditions you treat in your practice? A: While I treat a wide variety of problems, I tend to see a larger concentration of patients requiring hip or knee replacements, arthroscopic shoulder reconstructions as well as knee reconstructions or arthroscopies.
Q: Can you explain some of the recent advancements in hip, knee and joint surgery? A: Surgery is an exciting field to work in and is at the forefront of modern medicine. As an Orthopaedic Surgeon, I appreciate the synergy between engineering and design including robotics and materials. I have a particular interest in computer-assisted navigation to improve the surgical performance and clinical outcome of knee replacement surgery. Q: Before considering surgery for hip, knee or shoulder conditions, what can someone do to try to alleviate pain? A: Surgery often be seen as a last resort treatment option. Before going down this path, a patient can try over the counter medication such as paracetamol or ibuprofen, have a cortisone-type shot or a jointlubricating fluid injected into the affected area. In some cases, weight loss may be an option or activity modification and sometimes, the use of a cane or a brace can help. Physiotherapy, water therapies, Yoga or Pilates can also be trialed to alleviate discomfort. Q: What is considered to be a usual recovery time for a patient who undergoes surgery? A: Recovery will depend on the type of procedure required. Where it is an appropriate option, I will always opt to use keyhole procedures as this tends to result in great outcomes for the patient with minimal down time. Generally, this procedure will require a day surgery and the patient will require two weeks for the wounds to heal, and depending on your circumstances, a return to work or general activities in anywhere from 14 days to 6 weeks is usual. More complex procedures (hip or knee replacements) will require patients to stay in hospital for five to seven days after surgery and meet physiotherapy requirements before going home. The wounds will require about two weeks for the wound to heal. By six to twelve weeks post operation, most patients will commence normal daily activities. Patients will be given a physiotherapy and exercise routine to aid in recovery.
Q: What is the best advice you can give a patient? A: Maintain as much mobility as possible – look for exercise options that you enjoy and fit into your lifestyle. Equally as important, is maintaining a healthy weight to avoid putting excess pressure on your joints. If a surgical option is your best chance to improve your quality of life then understand what will happen. Ask questions of your surgeon so that you are comfortable with the process and follow up care – know how the surgery will impact you and be prepared. Q: Are there particular sports or exercises that a person should avoid if they have knee, hip or joint pain? A: As with most things in life, it is important to listen to your body. If a particular exercise results in the patient experiencing pain – they should stop and determine that they are using correct posture and body placement. Generally most people should be able to partake in walking, cycling and swimming without pain. These are always good “go to” options. It may be best to avoid jarring and high impact forms of exercise if you are experiencing localised pain – again, yoga and pilates are a great way to keep moving. Dr. Sunner cares about each patient’s individual needs and will work with you to ensure you heal properly. As a skilled orthopaedic surgeon, he specialises in the following areas for patients of Sydney: • Knee • Hips • Sports Medicine
• Shoulders • Joints
He consults at Penrith, Baulkham Hills, Merrylands, Liithgow, Katoomba and Narellan. His friendly staff are always happy to help and take your calls. For appointments call 02 4731 8466 or click on the online appointment form at www.westernorthopaedics.com.au.
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Do you, a friend or a family member need help moving into an aged care facility? When the overwhelming task arrives and it’s time to downsize or move with ease, we help with the entire move. Leave the hard work to us.
Australia’s First Heritage Listed City – Broken Hill At Broken Hill you’ll truly discover a lost world with its historic mines, captivating landscapes, grand old pubs and simple miner’s cottages, every sight has a tale to tell. And few can tell them better than Silver City Tours. As the longest serving tour operator in the Far Western Region of NSW, our philosophy of sit back, relax and enjoy best sums up the most compelling reason for booking an organised tour. Broken Hill has become the first Australian city to be included on the National Heritage List. Located 935 km north-west of Sydney, 725 km north-west of Melbourne, and 420 km north-east of Adelaide, the City of Broken Hill is significant for its unique mix of architecture and mining infrastructure, set amongst a dramatic desert landscape. “Blood, sweat, tears and very good times have been part and parcel of our history. And while today’s announcement looks at our past – our National Heritage Listing is now very much about our future, “Mayor Wincen Cuy said. “Our Past is our future. We do have a great story to tell.” “We are often spoken of as unique and distinct; a place like no other. We exhibit the strongest of qualities as a community. We have spirit, resilience, determination and a commitment to supporting each other. “ “Equally strong is our history and identity – a place known across Australia through the history of mining and workers’ struggles, and as a place where history is every-present. We are a proud community and this citation is wonderful recognition of all who have made Broken Hill what it is today, and will continue to make our great city into the future.” Discovered by boundary rider and prospector, Charles Rasp in 1883, Broken Hill contains one of the world’s largest deposits of silver, lead and zinc, the ore seam known as the Line of Lode, which continues to be mined today. With the average lifespan of a mine being approximately 20 years, the ongoing, large scale mining operations which have continued for more than 130 years at Broken Hill makes this site unique. (see the ad on the back page) 38 BOWLS PLUS NEW SOUTH WALES OCT/NOV/DEC 2015
There are so many things to prepare and organise. That’s where Moving On can help you. We help to: • Declutter and sort your belongings, with or without you • Pack, move and unpack • Value and sell your goods • Deliver your unsalable goods to various charities • Remove all items deemed as rubbish • Supply wholesale priced boxes and packing materials • Prepare your home for sale, rental or bond retrieval • Relieve you of all stress associated with moving homes We pride ourselves in offering you a beginning to end, reliable and compassionate range of services that make
StreSS free moving
as comfortable and stress free as possible. Moving On was established in 2005 by Lisa Oshlack,
We help you • • • • • •
the process of ‘moving on’
who found a gap in services
Sort all belongings Pack, move & unpack Sell your goods Take goods to charity Clear away rubbish Prepare your home for sale, rental and lots more
for the elderly. She was able to combine her incredible organizational skills and her passion for helping people by managing entire moves. The response to this service has been overwhelming and extremely rewarding. After winning and being finalist in many prestigious
Moving On® prides itself in helping people relocate and prepare their home with ease and excellent service
Awards, Moving On has become the leader in its field, helping predominantly the over 55’s market relocate from their home with compassion and
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emotional support along the way. Feel free to contact us for a friendly chat.
info@movingon.com.au www.movingon.com.au
1300 435 763
Lisa Oshlack, Managing Director www.movingon.com.au, 1300 4357 63, Mobile -0403 392 814
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HISTORY IN THE MAKING AUSTRALIA’S FIRST NATIONAL HERITAGE LISTED CITY BROKEN HILL INVITES YOU TO COME ON A JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY BACK TO THE 1900’S At Broken Hill you’ll truely discover a lost world with it’s historic mines, captivating landscapes, grand old pubs and simple miners cottages, every sight has a tale to tell. And few can tell them better than Silver City Tours. Travel from Sydney to Broken Hill into the thriving heart of the outback and at the end of each remarkable day, enjoy all the comforts of a city accustomed to hosting mining magnates and movie stars.
$994*
per person twin share
Includes: Tour designed around rail travel from Sydney to Broken Hill by Silver City Tours (does not include Rail Fare), 5 night’s accommodation, 5 light breakfasts, 1 lunch, transfers & touring per itinerary, airfare Broken Hill to Sydney. All tours and transfers as listed. Valid till 31/03/2016. All package tours are subject to availability. 40 BOWLS PLUS NEW SOUTH WALES OCT/NOV/DEC 2015
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Contact 1300 723 583
www.silvercitytours.com.au