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Issue No 61• A community newspaper for Newcastle’s suburbs • May 2019

Dogs running safely

Mary Webster with ‘Scout’ and Lambton Residents Group members Nicola Hirschhorn & Tammy Russell

Acacia Ave North Lambton is the site chosen for Newcastle’s first fenced dog park where owners can legally let their dogs roam free inside their very own playground.

The 1.5 hectare fenced area, at the corner of Acacia Ave and Alnwick Rd , is part of the City’s Dogs in Open Space Plan. The plan was adopted by council in late March to cater for the 44,300 registered dogs in the Newcastle local government area.

The project will provide separate areas for big and little pooches and include additional natural shade, shelter and seating for owners, plus drinking water for their fourlegged friends.

“Novocastrians absolutely love their dogs, with more than 50 per cent of households across the City owning at least one pooch,” Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes said.

“I’m delighted that this long-term plan has been adopted to cater for what is certainly a growing community need.

One local resident who was at the forefront in calling for fenced off leash areas was Mary Webster of Lambton.

With support from other local dog owners and Lambton (continued on page 6)

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with Mark Brooker Publisher of The Local

5 years later...

There is a theorem which states that a monkey randomly tapping away on a typewriter for an infinite period of time will eventually present to you the complete works of William Shakespeare (and by the way, every other known text, an infinite number of times).

I won’t easily forget April of 2014. I toiled over the Easter weekend proving that theorem to be true.

To be fair, it wasn’t Shakespeare, it was the somewhat more modest first issue of the community newspaper you have in your hands.

I spent the following week, dodging rain showers, pushing a repurposed pram around my neighbourhood delivering the humble black and white publication I’d named Lambton Local to 3500 letterboxes. In doing so I inadvertently confirmed the theory that a monkey can push a pram too.

Each time I returned home to reload my delivery vehicle, rest the legs and check the map, there was an email or a missed call and a voicemail message.

It was an offer of assistance with proofreading of future issues, or a reply to the ad looking for walkers to deliver next month’s issue, or it was a local business owner looking to advertise, or it was a simple “Thanks”.

Fast forward five years to this month and I’m still heartened by the regular feedback I get from readers and advertisers.

We’ve published 61 issues comprising 2194 pages to date. To the original catchment area of Lambton and North Lambton we’ve added New Lambton and New Lambton Heights, Hamilton, Adamstown, Broadmeadow and parts of both Adamstown Heights and Merewether. Bringing total circulation now to more than 21,000.

My sincere thanks to everyone who has read, contributed to, advertised in, and delivered The Local over those five years. This monkey looks forward to at least another five.

Anthony dispenses dance

Pharmacist Anthony Piggott hopes to raise $20000 for cancer research in ‘Stars of Newcastle’

Anthony Piggott is already a familiar face in the community, frequently seen dispensing medication from Piggott’s Pharmacies, but he will experience a different kind of fame next month as he takes to the stage for Stars of Newcastle 2019 - Dance for Cancer.

Anthony is one of 12 Novocastrian stars participating in the annual Cancer Council fundraiser, which will see him learn how to ballroom dance and perform in front of a sellout crowd on 15 June as he aims to raise $20,000 for cancer research.

“We have all been touched by Cancer in some shape or form; family, friends or personally with varying outcomes,” he said.

“Cancer Council NSW is the only cancer organisation that works across all cancers.”

Newcastle born and raised, Anthony is looking to use his strong community profile to increase support for people who have been diagnosed with any kind of cancer.

“I am hoping that I can raise awareness, that just because cancer may not have had a close impact on your life until now, that it may ‘bite’ you when you least expect it,” he said.

“I am also hoping to raise funds, so that the Cancer Council NSW may be better facilitated to help you and your loved ones should you ever be in need.”

To donate to Anthony’s fundraising visit www. everydayhero.com and search for ‘Anthony Piggott’ or call in at your nearest Piggott’s Pharmacy Last year’s Dance for Cancer event raised $288,000.

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125th for landmark building

An open day to mark the construction of the Mechanics Institute building in Lambton will be held on Saturday 1 June.

A weatherboard building in Howe Street was the first Mechanics Institute in Lambton. Opened in 1867, the building was enlarged twice and the 1887 extension is the weatherboard building that is now situated at the back of the facility in Elder Street. It was previously used as a billiard room and was transported from its original site in 1903.

The two-storey building in Elder Street was constructed in 1894.

The foundations are made from massive bluestone rocks which came from a quarry in North Lambton, and the walls are of brick construction. The Institute was supported by the Scottish

Australian Mining Company, owners of the Lambton Colliery and Thomas Croudace, the Manager.

With the amalgamation of suburban councils in 1938 attempts were made to have the Institute library become part of the Free Library Movement. The Institute refused the offer and continued to operate as a subscription library.

Lambton residents enjoyed the services provided by two libraries but the Institute found it difficult to compete and the library eventually closed with the book collection being donated to the University of Newcastle.

A Trust was appointed in 1992 and supervised work to prevent further deterioration of the building.

The 1989 Newcastle Earthquake resulted in damage to the building

and structural work had to be undertaken to make the building useable. One remaining reminder of the earthquake is the loss of the finial on the western side of the building.

On the open day Saturday 1 June, the building will be open from 10am until 3pm with displays provided by the Newcastle Family History Society and the Hunter Region MG Car Club.

These two organisations lease the building, and have been tenants since the early 1990s. A cake will be cut at 11am and free tea and coffee will also be available.

Facing page: Mel Woolford, president of Newcastle Family History Society Inc. and Ron Robinson Chair of the Lambton Mechanics Institute Trust

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(from page 1) Residents Group, Mary organised a public meeting in mid 2017, attended by more than 100 local residents, to demonstrate the support there is for a fenced dog area in Lambton Park.

“It’s great to see that City of Newcastle is moving forward with the concept of fenced off leash areas, but it’s also a little disappointing to hear that, at least initially, it won’t be at Lambton Park.” Mary said.

“We know that public submissions to the Dogs in Open Space strategy were overwhelmingly in favour of Lambton Park as the location. The Acacia Ave reserve barely came up in conversation.” said Nicola Hirschhorn from Lambton Residents Group.

“We’ve been advised that Lambton Park remains on the priority list of potential fenced off leash locations so we’ll take Council at their word and work with them to determine the best location in Lambton Park for the facility”. Mary Webster added.

City of Newcastle will explore other possible sites not just at Lambton Park, but also O’Connell Reserve Adamstown, Carrington Foreshore, Maryland Drive Reserve and Stevenson Park Mayfield West.

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In defence of dogs off leads This letter was received in response to the Local Matters ‘My Pet Topic’ in last month’s issue.

----------------------------------------Until you own a dog, not just a dog but a truly good dog, a great dog, a blessing to have around, a happy, sociable, well behaved, part of the family, can’t imagine life without them dog, I don’t think you can truly understand why dog owners break the rules and let their dog off-lead.

Off-lead roaming makes a great dog “super” happy. It makes their day. It is a lovely thing to see a blissfully happy dog trotting about on its own path of discovery and people have stopped to watch my dog off-lead at the park, jumping through puddles and have laughed out loud at the sheer silly, pointless joy of it all.

In this depression riddled modern world, grab joy by the handful.

It’s not excitement or happiness, joy is a simpler emotion, it comes spontaneously, unexpectedly and causes a genuine smile, laugh or enjoyable exchange between people.

So that is why we let our dogs off lead. We walk through the centre of the park, sharing knowing looks with other owners of great dogs, who are also off lead. Our dogs meet, wag their tails, sniff and move on by.

Owners of disobedient or potentially troublesome dogs won’t walk their dogs off-lead, they know it’s risky.

Us free roamers see families and bike riders in the distance and clip our dogs back up on the lead. We

know the park is a safe place for all to enjoy.

Designated dog parks often contain unsociable dogs who can’t be trusted in local park environments.

So really, in these times of terrorist attack, rates of 25% depression within the population, teen suicide and social media pressures, if you see a dog roaming happily, keeping a respectful distance and having a great old time, don’t preempt issues.

Take a minute to see a truly happy animal making an owner equally happy.

It’s really not that big a deal.

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Congratulations to last month’s quiz winner P. Bailey of Acacia Ave Waratah West. We will be in contact regarding your prize. Last month’s mystery object can be found at the corner of Beaumont and Donald Sts Hamilton. This month’s quiz questions are below.

You’ll find the answers, except for the mystery photo, within the pages of this issue.

Question 1 Which local pharmacist is participating in the Dance for Cancer this year?

Question 2 What is the building originally called the Coronation Hall known as today?

Question 3 At what frequency on the AM radio dial would you find Cecily Waters?

Question 4 Where is Newcastle’s first fenced dog off leash area being built?

Question 5 When is the Fire Station open day being held?

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Lambton Fire Station will hold its annual Open Day on Saturday 18 May between 10.00am and 2.00pm and everyone is invited to come along.

Visitors will have the opportunity to hop on a fire truck and chat with firefighters to learn more about what they do every day.

From chemical spills, car accidents and natural disasters to prevention education and humanitarian relief across the state, the country and even overseas or supporting other emergency service agencies, Fire & Rescue NSW firefighters are prepared for anything and ready to help anyone, anywhere and at any time.

Open Day includes safety demonstrations, fire station tours and the chance to inspect equipment and trucks used by our firefighters when responding to all kinds of fire and rescue emergencies. There will also be an array of activities for all children who attend.

It’s a great time to also speak to firefighters first-hand about fire safety in the home, including how to install and maintain smoke alarms and how to develop a home escape plan to ensure they can quickly and safely escape in the event of a fire.

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This is a fantasy-based novel, with a mix of adventure, romance and comedy, written in prose. It takes a teenage view with second person storytelling, but shows Alex’s thoughts, giving the illusion she is telling the story. Noni has also created unique languages written in italics on the page, like ‘Valispath’ which means ‘Eternal Path’ or ‘myraes’ which are magical rainbow flames. This adds more originality and makes it very interesting.

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Humans of Newcastle

by Melissah Comber

Music has been a common theme in Cecily Waters’ various pursuits

Cecily Day

For those who tune in to Newcastle’s Radio 1629AM the voice of Cecily Waters will be familiar.

2019 marks Cecily’s 37th year in radio; a wonderful accomplishment considering she was the “only sheila” in her 1982 radio college class.

“I do believe radio gets in your blood,” she said.

“Radio is immediate - when you’re broadcasting it’s right now.”

While Cecily’s early working life included time as a journalist and as the advertising manager for Walton’s department store, when

talking to her the love of radio is unmistakable as she speaks of highlights along the way, including being the only person in Australia broadcasting a Friday night jazz program when she was with Melbourne’s 3AK, and being the first person to broadcast out of 2NURFM’s new building in 1992.

She has several strings to her bow however, including being a published children’s author with The Note that lived in a Trumpet, the artist who painted the back wall mural in the old Star Hotel and the producer of countless jazz albums.

Music is a common theme in Cecily’s pursuits, an appreciation of which was fostered by father, while it was her brother that introduced her to jazz.

“I hated jazz until I actually went along and saw it played live,” she said.

“Then I could understand why they get so carried away with the music, the tempo, the rhythm, everything.”

Importantly, Cecily believes that all broadcasters should pay the utmost respect to musicians when playing their tracks’.

“One of the proudest things a broadcaster can do in commercial radio, and should be in community radio as well, is to be able to time up the news without slicing, or cutting, or fading out somebody’s pieces of music,” she said.

“Otherwise that’s an insult not only to the listener, but it’s a real insult to the performer.”

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THAT WAS THEN This is now

with Lachlan Wetherall

Clearing up the halls

For the next nine years the theatre was regularly used for dramas, concerts, political meetings, exhibitions and lectures. From 1901 it fell into disuse and by 1906 was described as “dilapidated”, and Lambton Council called for the owner to make repairs. The theatre was demolished and a new building erected in 1909.

Two years later in May 1911, the proprietor of the Northumberland Hotel, George Smith, invited tenders for “the erection and completion of large brick hall in Morehead St.” His building opened in December 1911 as the Coronation Hall, in honour of King George V. The building later became Kings Theatre and is now Lizotte’s.

In the days before fast and reliable transport, entertainment was necessarily a local affair, and Lambton had a multitude of halls. This month I hope to clear up misconceptions about two of Lambton’s venues.

In the 1880s roller-skating was wildly popular, and in August 1888, Nathaniel Elliott opened the Criterion Skating Rink in Morehead St. As well as skating, the building was used for social and community events, including the banquet to celebrate the opening of the electric light scheme in 1890. The skating craze soon waned, and Elliott installed a stage and re-opened his rink as the Star Theatre on 3 May 1892.

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Originally opened in 1911 as the Coronation Hall, the distinctive building in Morehead St Lambton, was renamed Kings Theatre and is now Lizotte’s Because George V became king in 1910 on the death of his father, the hall is often erroneously dated to that year. However, the coronation ceremony took place the following year on 22 June 1911.

In the 1920s roller-skating had a resurgence, and the hall was briefly known as the “Coronation Skating Rink”. The similarity of name with the “Criterion Skating Rink” of 1888 led to some confusion, with some books incorrectly stating that the Criterion Rink/ Star Theatre was located on the corner of Morehead and Kendall Streets.

However, contemporary newspaper reports and a Hunter Water Board map from the 1890s make it clear that the Star Theatre was located on the southwest corner of De Vitre and Morehead Streets.

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Hamilton Chat chamber CHAMBER

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President of Hamilton Chamber of Commerce

Making Hamilton accessible to all

Did you know that 1 in 5 people across Australia have or will acquire some form of disability in their lifetime?

Making your business accessible for everyone is not only good for business but is one way that we can make Hamilton as inclusive as possible.

At the end of April, Hamilton Chamber of Commerce held an event at the Hudson Street Hum titled, ‘Making Hamilton accessible to everyone.’

It featured a panel discussion between key individuals from local businesses who are important in making our suburb more accessible, Dave Belcher from Community Disability Alliance Hunter, Jordan Ashby from Vision Australia and Linda Hughes an independent disability consultant.

It is a conversation that needs to start and we hope that we can begin to see small, positive changes that eventually turn into big changes. Hamilton Chamber of Commerce are continuously working on making our suburb better in any way that we can. This particular topic is something close to the hearts of all our board members and local businesses.

There are many simple fixes that businesses can implement today to help ease access for individuals living with a disability when using a shopping strip such as Beaumont Street. We will have a list available on our website by mid May that will outline some of these.

The City of Newcastle has been conducting a review of BIA (Business Improvement Association) funding, which includes Hamilton Chamber of Commerce. If you have any questions or concerns any of our board members would be happy for you to contact them directly via email or by popping into their business. By becoming a Hamilton Chamber of Commerce member you will be notified when upcoming event information is released. Not only that, we will work towards promoting your business and ensuring Hamilton thrives. To sign up, simply visit the Hamilton Chamber website, www.hamiltonchamber.com.au

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Balancing histamine

At certain times of the year, there are those of you who suffer from hayfever- runny nose, red sore itchy eyes and sneezing.

For others of you, it is year round yet you are suffering from eczema, flushing, changes in body temperature, anxiety, gut issues, dizziness and headaches.

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Therefore histamine is quite common and necessary. But for some, they have too much histamine.

If you are suffering from these symptoms, it is important to: 1) Decrease the histamine load in the body – using diet and clay based supplements. Food intolerance is part of the changes needed in the diet as well as decreasing histamine rich foods, histamine producing and liberating foods. Key supplements can accelerate this process making it much easier and quicker.

2) Repair any damage caused – usually in relation to the skin barrier in the cases of eczema and also any retraining of the brain and mindset with anxiety 3) Discover the cause to prevent these symptoms from reoccurring We know that poor gut health contributes to histamine load: a) Key histamine enzymes such as DAO, are made in the gut which break down the histamine in our food, ie histamine intolerance b) Bacteria in the gut can produce histamine, ie histamine excess Many people will have both which is why people are likely to eventually suffer from histamine again if these issues are not addressed.

It is also common to have more serious gut issues that coincide with histamine imbalance, such as Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO) and candida overgrowth.

The complexity in foods, the differing causes and potential for serious gut issues are just a few of the reasons why working with a professional is important to create histamine balance in your body.

VET Chat

by Dr Fiona Wallace of New Lambton Veterinary Clinic

Diets for healthy birds

Birds love seeds, right? They have amazing beaks that can crack seeds open without any effort so that they can eat the yummy bit inside.

Birds love seeds but it doesn’t mean that they should eat seeds exclusively any more than we should live on chocolate biscuits! Seeds are high in fat and low in essential vitamins and minerals like Vitamin A and D, calcium and certain amino acids – in fact seeds are actually like junk food for birds – good as a training tool and a treat and only OK in moderation.

The main part of a pet bird’s diet (4/5 of the food they eat) should be a premium commercial pellet, with fresh

veges and some fruit added in. The pellets are made of veges, fruit and seeds all mixed together to stop your bird picking out the best bits and developing nutritional imbalances. There are different pellets to suit different types of birds and they are easily stored. It’s a great idea to have some foraging toys on hand to keep your bird active and interested. Birds will also enjoy little bits of your healthy food as well, for example pasta, beans and unsalted nuts.

Changing your bird’s diet may not be easy! It requires planning and patience and will probably take several weeks. Mix the pellets with your bird’s usual food and slowly increase the ratio of pellets over several days.

Check that your bird is doing normal droppings as an indication that he is not going on a hunger strike! It’s a good idea to weigh your bird every day or two during food conversion as well. Another approach is to serve the bird’s usual food in the morning and then remove it and put the pellets in at night, or to sprinkle pellets on a mirror so that your bird thinks he has competition to eat them!

Birds who eat well are happier, live longer, are more active and have more beautiful plumage than birds who eat a poor diet. If you are thinking of making the diet change good luck! You will be both challenged and rewarded!

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FITNESS Matters with Ali & Dan Marshall of Corefit Newcastle

Rest and revitalise for optimum health

When you think of getting fit, resting is probably not the first thing that comes to mind. It is true that becoming healthy and fit involves work. It involves lots of effort, sweat and determination. But it also involves taking time to rest and relax. To reach your goals, you need balance: both hard work and R & R. Dangers of over training In our enthusiasm to lose weight and get fit, it is tempting to focus so hard on effort that we overwork ourselves.

But this is unwise, because it brings undesirable consequences such as:

1. Burnout. If you exercise too much with no breaks, you will likely experience burnout. This can be deadly as far as your goals are concerned. Burnout leads to loss of motivation, and loss of motivation leads to giving up. A sign that you may be heading toward burnout is if you begin dreading your workout sessions; a change in attitude is often one of the first signs that you are losing momentum.

2. Injury risk. Overtaxing your body with too much exercise and insufficient rest can lead to injury. During exercise, your body naturally experiences stress, strain and micro-injuries. When you rest, these micro-injuries heal leading to improved strength and greater over-all endurance. But if these micro-injuries do not have a chance to heal before you hit them with more exercise stress, they will give out and possibly succumb to extensive injury.

3. Decreased life performance. An overworked and overtaxed body gets tired. As you become more and more fatigued, you will become less productive not only in the gym, but also in your other responsibilities as well. Your work, family and social life will suffer if you do not listen to your body and mind and give them some time off.

It is important to be wise with your training. Ensure there is balance between training hard and R & R, because the R & R will ultimately contribute to your overall performance too!

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Probate and will disputes

When a person dies leaving significant assets, the executor appointed by their will is nearly always required to apply for probate. Probate is the process by which an executor applies to the Court seeking approval for the right to deal with a deceased’s estate in accordance with his or her will.

If a person dies without a will leaving a significant estate, the next of kin will usually need to apply for letters of administration.

An application for probate or letters of administration can be quite technical. The executor or next of kin will usually need to engage an experienced lawyer to prepare the application on behalf of the estate.

Challenges to a will by a family member or members who believe they have not been treated fairly or in accordance with their needs (known as family provision claims) are increasingly common.

To make a claim for family provision a person has to have been in a married or de facto relationship with the deceased at some point, a child of the deceased or to have been dependant on the deceased at some point or a member of the household at the time of death.

After a person shows they qualify as eligible to make a claim they must prove to the court that they have a “need” for additional provision from the estate for their “proper maintenance, education and advancement in life”.

The court will consider a wide range of matters in determining whether additional provision should be granted. Through skilled negotiation, a large majority of cases are settled at a mediation conference that usually takes place within 2 or 3 months of a family provision claim being filed.

Making Legal Easy PROBATE & WILLS Newcastle Legal has represented a substantial number of executors of estates on the one hand and family provision claimants on the other.

We achieved some outstanding results for clients including negotiating favourable settlements in situations of high family conflict.

If you need advice or representation on your probate or family provision claim, make a preliminary consultation appointment with Katherine Guilfoyle or Jessica Benson, specialists in family provision claims.

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AGE Matters with Joseph McCarthy CEO of NovaCare Community Services

Purposeful ageing

As we age it is important to measure what we are getting out of our life. Various studies have shown that ageing with purpose often leads to a more active lifestyle and improves our overall wellbeing.

So take a moment and think about it for a minute.

Finding your purpose comes down to what matters most to you. We all know the importance of living with intention, although it is not something that we all put into practice.

So what does successful aging look like to you?

What are some things to consider?

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Practice gratitude: There are ways of maintaining a sense of positivity and overcoming the negativity that can surround us as time goes on. Imagine making a conscious decision to identify each day what you may be grateful for. Find three things. It could be an interesting show you watched on TV or a phone call from your children or grandchildren. A new bloom in the garden.

Feed and hydrate your body: Our bodies need the right mix of fresh foods and water each day. This helps your skin, eyes and physical balance.

Move your body: Exercise is like medicine for your body. Try to continue to do the things you like to do.

Maybe go for a swim or walk each day to the park or shops.

Stay connected and stay social: It is critical that we stay socially connected. Social isolation has been compared to smoking for its negative health impact.

Make a point of initiating some face-to-face contact with family and friends each week. Don’t wait to be invited. Often it is this contact that creates laughter and joy in life and enables new experiences. Also look for activities that stimulate your brain like quizzes, game shows and getting out.

Please take some time to think about what purposeful ageing looks like to you. It’s your life. Live your way.

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Double trouble

Heard the saying double trouble - well getting two puppies at the same time can be just that!

When multiple puppies, particularly from the same litter go into a family, there is potential for the puppies to have heightened anxiety and a host of other social issues.

Often breeders will sell people multiple dogs because they want a sale and free themselves of the puppy and of looking for another owner. Some sellers take advantage of the emotional heart strings of the potential buyer as people often feel guilty and don’t want to leave a puppy on its own. A responsible informed breeder would not sell two puppies into the one home.

From around the age of 8 weeks puppies need to develop as an individual bonding with their human. This is when the human canine bond begins and the puppy learns signals from its owner. The problem when you have 2 siblings is that they bond with each other and not with the owner.

We all know that puppies require a great deal of time, effort and hard work. Some owners think that having 2 puppies, they will keep each other company, which they do, but they form a super bond with each other and not the owner. This instinctive bond between litter puppies causes the human bond to be much weaker.

Puppies that are used to being together, when separated even for a short time, can become anxious, noisy and even destructive. This hyper attachment between the siblings interferes with their ability to properly socialise. They can become more aggressive, territorial, fight between themselves, be dominating with other dogs and even bite their owners. They can be scared of strangers both people and other dogs, can develop a fear of unfamiliar stimuli and fail to learn basic obedience commands.

If you want multiple dogs best to wait until the first puppy is at least 12 months old. My advice, avoid the temptation, only get one puppy. Later on when everything is going well then introduce another puppy.

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Osteoporosis

What is osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is a condition in which the bones become fragile and brittle, leading to a higher risk of fractures than in normal bone. Osteoporosis occurs when bones lose minerals, such as calcium, more quickly than the body can replace them, leading to a loss of bone thickness (bone mass or density). As a result, bones become thinner and less dense, so that even a minor bump or fall can cause serious fractures.

Fractures and osteoporosis Osteoporosis usually has no signs or symptoms until a fracture happens – this is why osteoporosis is often called the ‘silent disease.’ Anyone who experiences a fracture following a minor bump or fall and is 50 years or over

should be investigated for osteoporosis. Fractures due to osteoporosis can be serious, leading to chronic pain, disability, loss of independence and even premature death.

Fractures in the spine due to osteoporosis can result in the vertebrae losing height or changing shape.

The fracture cascade About 50% of people with one fracture due to osteoporosis will have another. The risk of further fractures increases with each new fracture. Osteoporotic fractures can be prevented.

Women are at a greater risk of developing osteoporosis than men. Women generally have smaller bones than men and also experience a rapid decline in the production of the hormone oestrogen during the menopause.

Men also lose bone as they age, however their bone mass generally remains adequate until much later in life. Reduced calcium intake and low levels of vitamin D can worsen agerelated bone loss.

How to prevent osteoporosis • Regular calcium intake (1300mg / day recommended for those >50) • Ensure adequate vitamin D levels (Daily sun exposure in non-peak times to avoid sunburn) • Regular weight bearing exercise • Early bone density checks for people at risk (premature menopause, use of long term steroids, malnutrition, chronic illnesses, smokers) Your local Doctor can refer you for a bone density check today!

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Local Community Group Notices CHILDREN & FAMILIES NEW LAMBTON GUYS & DOLLS PLAYGROUP New Lambton Guys & Dolls Playgroup is looking for new members! We are a group for parents, carers, babies and children up to school age to meet and socialise. First 2 sessions free!

Uniting Church, 48 Regent St New Lambton, Mondays 9:30-11:30am. Just turn up or email newlambtonplaygroup@hotmail.com HOME-START FAMILY SERVICES Home-Start is a voluntary service offering support, friendship and practical help to families with at least one child under 5 where the parents are experiencing difficulty in their parenting roles or are under stress. For information about volunteering or Home-Start services ph 4952 9488 or go to: www.homestartaustralia.org/

PLAYGROUP MULTICULTURAL NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE Operates in partnership with KU Childrens Services, Northern Settlement Services and Mission Australia. A playgroup that is held for children aged 0-5 years accompanied by a parent or guardian each Tuesday during school term.

A second playgroup is held on Fridays. Both operate from 10am to 12 noon and places are currently available. Each playgroup follows normal playgroup practices with a range of childrens activities including craft, painting, storeytelling, singing and free play. The playgroups are nondenominational and appreciate cultural diversity.

Come along and enjoy the Playgroup experience in a safe and friendly environment- no cost. Ph 4965 5291 for more information.

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COMMUNITY GROUPS LAMBTON RESIDENTS GROUP Residents of Lambton area are welcome to come along to our monthly meeting. You too can be a part of some exciting and worthwhile initiatives and projects for our local area. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month (excluding January) commencing at 5.30pm at Lambton Bowling Club. No RSVP needed. For more information email: lambtonresidents@gmail. com or call Nicola on 0402 949 854.

RSL COFFEE POT DAY CLUB MEREWETHER Looking for something to do on a Friday? RSL Coffee Pot Day Club Merewether meets at St Augustine’s Church Hall, Windor St Merewether between 10am and 2pm. We offer morning tea, luncheon, guest speakers, games, entertainment, light exercise, mental stimulation, bus trips and a general all round good time. Transport can be arranged if needed. For further information contact Bev Bennett on 4963 7540 or Carole Seymour on 4957 8495. All welcome.

KNIT & NATTER Meet new people, make new friends at knit & natter every Monday. Meet at Mayfield Church of Christ, cnr Werribi St & Gregson Avenue at 9.30am. All ladies welcome. Phone Lyn for information. 4952 9324 BOOMERANG BAGS DROP-IN MONDAYS Boomerang bags is about making bags, diverting waste, starting conversations, fostering sustainable behaviour and having fun. Bring your scissors, your sewing machine or overlocker or just bring yourself and help out by ironing patterns or using our donated equipment (inlcuding machines).

Located at Cameron Park Community Centre, 107 Northlakes Drive, Cameron Park, every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month 1-3pm. For more info phone 4908 1140 or go to https://www. facebook.com/lakeMacboomerangbags/

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HOBBIES & INTERESTS

ANTIQUE BOTTLE AND COLLECTORS CLUB If you would like to know more about our club please come along to one of our meetings, held on the second wednesday of each month Feb to November, Minmi Progress Hall, Woodford St Minmi 7.30pm, to see what we do. Phone Tom 0418 403 910 or 4957 5220.

MEREWETHER HISTORICAL SOCIETY You don’t have to live in Merewether to be a member, or a guest, of the Merewether Historical Society, just have an interest in the history and events of the area and a desire to meet like minded people. The society meets at 2pm on the second Tuesday each month (third in November) in St Augustine’s Parish Hall, Winsor St Merewether.

A guest speaker attends each each meeting and afternoon tea is provided. A warm invitation is extended to everyone - it is a place where “Friendships are made with a common purpose”.

Enquiries 0412 925 918 or email secretary@ merewetherhistoricalsociety.com

NEWCASTLE FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY INC. The annual Sandgate Cemetery Tour planned by Newcastle Family History Society will be held Sunday May 26th, with free guided small group tours from 9.30am to 1.30pm. This year graves will be selected from the Old Congregational section, outlining the heritage, culture and traditions held dear by many from the Welsh mining communities which formed an integral part of the villages of 19th Century Newcastle.

To join a tour book on website www.nfhs.org.au under Sandgate or phone 4957 8296 or book in person Mechanics Institute Edler St Lambton, open hours Thurs 1.30-3.30pm, Saturday 10am3.30pm.

EMBROIDERERS’ GUILD NSW INC. NEWCASTLE BRANCH Join us for our Friendship Open Day and Embroidery Display, to be held in the New Lambton Community Centre on 6th May at 10.30am to 2pm. Our Members will be showing expertly executed embroidery techniques worked on fine fabrics. See this ancient craft presented in the 21st century! Our Raffle has numerous prizes the first prize being a “Jane Austen Style” embroidered quilt made by our members.

Entry is $5 with a delicious morning tea included For further details please email: newcastleembroiderersguild@gmail.com

JANE AUSTEN SOCIETY HUNTER Jane Austen Society Hunter will soon open applications for their third One-Day Conference, on Saturday 7 September from 10am to 4pm, at Harbourview Function Centre situated right on beautiful Newcastle Harbour. With the overall theme of ‘Jane Austen: In Sickness and In Health’, it is sure to be popular and prebooking is required.

There is a full program of engaging speakers and activities, including Walter Mason, Joanna Penglase, Dr Sara Crouch, Zoe Dorrity and Cerilea Baker. Dramatic interludes will be provided by a troupe of actors and there will also be a fun quiz on the Conference theme. Previous conferences in 2015 and 2017 attracted participants from Sydney, the Southern Highlands, South Coast, Central Coast, Central West, the Blue Mountains and the Sunshine Coast, as well as the wider Hunter area. For further information and to be placed on the email list to receive registration forms, contact Margaret at margste@wix.com.au or 4969 5778. You can also purchase raffle tickets for the chance to win a place at the Conference (or your registration fee refunded) – tickets are available now for $2 each or 3 for $5.

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Local & Live entertainment this month Blackbutt Hotel

Sat 4 Sat 11 Fri 17 Sat 18 Fri 24 Sat 25 Fri 31

The Amigos The Associates Morning Glory Captain Risky Viagro Lithium Love Pockets

Exchange Hotel Sat 4 Wed 8

Sat 11 Sat 25

Star Wars Party Project X Back to Uni Party 2019 Pop Icons Grease vs Mamma Mia!

Hamilton Station Hotel Wed 1

Thu 2

Fri 3

Sat 4

Sun 5

Wed 8

Fri 10 Sat 11 Wed 15

Blind Man Death Stare, Something Something Explosion, Trophy Knives (Malaysia) I Hate People (CD Launch), The Grounds, Pawn Logic Shady Nasty, Life Without Football Medics of Pain, Billabong of Blood, Carbon Black, I Hate People Hanny J. Mikey Erg (USA) Rage, Necessary Vengeance, SuCC & Crucial Times NYMPH NirvaNOT! - “Blrach” Boom Boom Kid (ARG), Obat Batuk, Shapka

Wed 22

Fri 24

Wed 29

MEER, Dialectic, Moonsign Boom Boom Kid (ARG), No Reason, Durry Daybreak Godfather

Hotel Jesmond Fri 3 Fri 10 Fri 17 Fri 24 Fri 31

Pearl - The Janis Joplin Story Mothers Day Lunch with The Beatnix Jason Owen The Power of Love Live N Local Abby Dobson Dragon

Hi-Fi Days Ryan Daley Crawfish Stew The New Cool Duo Dos Eager

Lambton Park Hotel Fri 3 Sat 4 Fri 10 Sat 11 Fri 17 Sat 18 Fri 24 Sat 25 Fri 31

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Sun 12

Sun 12

Wed 15 Thu 16 Fri 17

Danny & Jake Duo Madelyn Little Cents Nano Jesse Vee Duo Guy Richards The Humm Duo Scott Day-Vee John Larder

Lizotte’s Wed 1 Faulty Towers - The

Dining Experience Thu 2 Think Rock n Food Trivia Sat 4 The U2 Show Achtung

Baby Sun 5 Thirsty Merc Wed 8 Live N Local Thu 9 Joan as Police Woman Fri 10 Like A Rhinestone

Cowboy - The Best of

Glen Campbell

Sat 18 Dancing In The

Shadows of Motown Sun 19 The Legendary Eric Bibb Tue 21 The Whitlams Wed 22 The Whitlams Thu 23 The Whitlams

Fri 24 Sat 25 Sat 26 Sun 26

Galapagos Duck Rick Price Chris Cain (USA) Lunch with ADTC Australian Dance &

Talent Centre Wed 29 Clare Bowditch Thu 30 Hello Like Before - The

Songs of Bill Withers Fri 31 Wendy Matthews

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Local & Live entertainment this month Newcastle Ent. Centre

Thu 9

Human Nature

Nags Head Hotel Fri 3 Sat 4 Fri 10 Sat 11 Fri 17 Sat 18 Fri 24 Sat 25 Fri 31

Ryan Daley Mike Vee David McCredie Jesse Vee Dave Carter Mick Jones Matty G Pap & That Anthony Lee

Newcastle Theatre Co. Kid Stakes Playwright: Ray Lawler Wed 1

8 pm

Fri 3

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2 pm, 8 pm

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Fri 10

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Sat 11

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Northern Star Hotel Fri 3

Kellie Cain

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Allon, Jason Winn

Wed 8

Live in the Music Bar

Fri 10

Murph

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Centre Stage Dinner Show with Brien McVernon and Matt Scullion

Sat 11

Little Cents, Yes Commissioner

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Guy Richards

Sat 18

Madelyn. Nicko

Fri 24

Jack Evans

Sat 25

John Larder, Paula & Owen

Fri 31

Mark Wood

Northumberland Hotel

Sun 12 Paula & Owen Wed 15 Live in The Music Bar Sat 18

Holly Mae Band, The Lamplighters

Sun 19 Madelyn, Road Hogs Wed 22 Live in The Music Bar

Fri 3

Dan Madi

Fri 24

The Bad Dad Orchestra

Fri 10

Aaron Hood

Fri 17

Brien McVernon

Sat 25

Par Eryre Trio, Morning Glory

Fri 24

Dean Kyrwood

Fri 31

Pap & That

Wests New Lambton Fri 3

Snape Trilogy

Sat 4

Trancemission

Fri 10

Gen-R-8

Sat 11

Iguana

Fri 17

Mark Wells Duo

Sat 18

Anthology

Fri 24

Phonic Trio

Sat 25

Rock Factor

Fri 31

The Years

Wickham Park Hotel Wed 1

Big Riles & MC Sabby D

Fri 3

Milestones

Sat 4

Sneaky Freakers , Jump

Sun 5

John Larder, Steve Edmonds

Sun 26 Witchlock, Z Star

Trinity

Young People’s Theatre Madagascar - a Musical Adventure Jr. Director: Harold Phipps Sat 4 Sun 5

2 pm, 7 pm 2pm

Sat 11

2 pm, 7 pm

Sat 18

2 pm, 7 pm

Sat 25

2pm, 7pm

Suddenly Last Summer By: Tennessee Williams Fri 3

7 pm

Fri 10

7 pm

Fri 17

7 pm

Sun 19

2 pm

Sun 26

2 pm

Fri 31

7 pm

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Phone Joy Ph 0414 572 175 HALLS FOR HIRE AT LAMBTON Morehead Street Lambton, Main Hall and smaller hall called the Green Room, which has separate entrance, kitchen and toilets, off street parking.

Available for permanent and casual bookings.

Very reasonable rates. Contact halls manager Daphney Whelan for details on 4952 5526 HOUSESITTING Professional housesitter, multiple pet experience, specialising in long term sits, quality garden/ pool care, references available helens.housesitting@gmail.com PEST CONTROL Guaranteed. Average home $150, units/town houses $80, Lake Macquarie, Newcastle and Hunter Valley areas. German Cockroaches a specialty.

Ph 0418 637 990 IRONING SERVICE $40 for 20 items, pick up and delivery within 7km radius Broadmeadow. Kathy Ph 0439 584 384

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PHONE 0432 485 487 IRONING Need help with ironing? Drop off my house New Lambton in morning, pick it up in afternoon. $25.00 level basket. Call Lyn

Ph 0432 174 618 T’RIFFIC TOUCH REMEDIAL MASSAGE offers Reiki and remedial massage, Reiki from $75, Remedial from $59. Health fund rebates. Phone Sue Ph 4952 2352.

TAI CHI Take control of your health.

There’s a class near you.

The Tai Chi Centre. Email: amazingmantis@gmail.com web: www.thetaichicentre.net Ph 0410 181 498 TUTORING K-6 literacy and numeracy, fully accredited to work with children.

Experienced Teacher.

Ph 0419 425 591 JILL’S PET SITTING SERVICE Live in (your home) or daily visits.

Mature, non-smoking reliable lady, police clearances and references. Full time business (6 years) with 30 years experience.

Ph 0418 246 384

GENTLE FLOW YOGA Chair based Yoga Beginners Yoga General Yoga Suitable for seniors & those seeking to promote wellness.

Breath awareness, stretching, strengthening, relaxation & meditation. Feel the benefits.

Classes Tuesdays at: Henderson Park Hall ADAMSTOWN Classes Fridays at: St Johns Church Hall, LAMBTON Small group bookings available. Inquiries or further details: Michelle Pirie 0400 790 479 (Dip. Yoga Teaching IYTA) Yoga Australia & International Yoga Teachers’ Assoc. member RELAX AND MEDITATE For everyone over 15. New Lambton Community Centre, 14 Alma Road New Lambton. Every Sunday from 8.30 to 9.30am.

Sessions are free of charge, sessions. Not run on Public Holidays. Ph 0416 193 005 The Local > May 2019 > Page 31

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MOOGOO TAIL SWAT It is simply a naturally scented body spray that seems to be unpalatable for mossies, safe to use on babies, adults & animals

$9 .99

$ 59

RRP $69

200ml

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Piggott’s Pharmacy is proud support Dance for Cancer PIGGOTT’S BLACKBUTT PHARMACY 58 Orchardtown Rd, New Lambton Phone: 4957 2474

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