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Reclaim the Run Issue No 66• A community newspaper for Newcastle’s suburbs • October 2019
On Friday 25 October, local women will call for their right to run in safety through the annual Reclaim the Run event and they are inviting more women to join them. Have you ever felt uncomfortable running alone? Have you missed out on exercise because you daren’t go by yourself? Do you plan your routes carefully and let people know where you’re going? Do you think your male friends have the same worries when they want to exercise?? Reclaim the Run is organised by a group of Nightstriders – the social running group of more than 500 women from Newcastle and Lake Macquarie area – you may have seen them around in their pink singlets and visors. Nightstriders was set up by a group of mums who couldn’t run during the day because of their childcare responsibilities but were too scared to run alone in the evening. (continued on page 5)
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Level thinking
We really do take it for granted most of the time. You simply turn the tap and out comes good, clean, seemingly limitless water for whatever purpose you have. From last month however Hunter Water has asked us to be just a little more conscious of how we use this most precious resource and implemented Level 1 water restrictions. Not since December 1994 has Hunter Water had to enforce water restrictions in the Lower Hunter. Some actions, such as the hosing of concrete paths and driveways and the use of garden sprinklers are forbidden for the time being. Watering the garden using a hand-held hose with a trigger nozzle is still okay but only before 10am or after 4pm each day. I was listening to 1233 ABC Newcastle radio recently and a wise resident of Murrurundi suggested that we coastal folk should think about upping the ante and use water even more judiciously than prescribed by Level 1. I reckon they’d know a thing or two about saving water in Murrurundi. They’ve been on Level 6 restrictions since mid 2018! Anyway he said that if we consume water as if Level 2 or Level 3 restrictions are in force we can delay those next steps, or perhaps avoid them completely. Level 2 restrictions include maximum four minutes showers and outdoor watering only on alternate days. Level 3 bans all outdoor water use. Despite some good rainfall in September, especially here on the coast, Hunter Water warns that Level 2 restrictions will be triggered before the end of the year if the generally dry conditions continue. For more information on water restrictions go to www.hunterwater/restrictions or phone Hunter Water on 1300 657 657.
Hamilton heritage preserved
The unique character of Hamilton’s residential streetscapes will be preserved for future generations following the creation of Newcastle’s first substantial heritage conservation area in 20 years. In July last year City of Newcastle proposed to the State Government to protect the historically significant Hamilton Residential Precinct, a four-block area between Donald and Tudor Streets bounded by Gordon Avenue to the east and Murray Street to the west. This proposal has now been approved by the Minister for Planning.
Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes said it is crucial to recognise and retain Newcastle’s unique heritage. “The City is dedicated to preserving our city’s rich history, and this new conservation area allows us to safeguard the significant aesthetic characteristics of Hamilton,” she said. “The Hamilton Residential Precinct is typical of the late Victorian and Federation periods in Newcastle’s urban development, featuring small lot housing of one or two storeys. “Retaining our suburbs’ character helps preserve our Novocastrian cultural identity and demonstrate our sense of pride in heritage places.”
At left: Hamilton resident Rod Noble with Newcastle Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes in front of Rod’s terrace house in Lawson Street. The establishment of the heritage conservation area was welcomed by Hamilton resident and passionate history buff Rod Noble, who has lived in one of Lawson Street’s grand Victorian two-storey terraces for the past 27 years. The row of five adjacent freestanding terraces were built in the early to mid-1890s. “The Hamilton heritage precinct is steeped in history that is important to our city, with the first land sales in the area dating back to 1857,” Rod said. “The majority of the original Victorian and Edwardian housing stock has survived and many unique dwellings from the period are contained within the precinct.” Establishing the Hamilton conservation area includes amendments to the Newcastle Local Environment Plan, which ensure future developments complement the original character of the suburb by clearly defining acceptable new developments as well as alterations and additions.
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New lighting for Magic Park Things are now a little brighter at Broadmeadow’s Magic Park, with the football club officially flicking the switch on a significant lighting upgrade. Last year the club received a $30,000 Community Building Partnership which, with their own contribution, enabled the installation of the new infrastructure at their Denney Street grounds. The improvements particularly assist with training during the winter months. Newcastle MP Tim Crakanthorp supported the club’s grant application, and said the new lights would increase participation and night-time use of the park. “It looks fantastic,” he said. “Looking at the number of young players out here you can see just how needed this is.
“Anything that encourages kids to be active and healthy is well worth supporting.” Broadmeadow Magic has a large number of under 12s players.
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(continued from front page) ‘We love running with our friends but we shouldn’t have to’ is the motto of Reclaim the Run. “The levels of violence against women in this country are still unacceptable,” said Reclaim the Run organiser Mel Nunn, “There have been 36 women killed already this year in Australia. Assaults, rapes and intimidation are on top of that. There are complex cultural reasons for this, reasons why people (usually men) think it is acceptable to be violent towards women, and we accept that this is a tricky issue to solve. But that is what we are calling for – more funding and more concerted attempts to change attitudes and behaviours.” Reclaim the Run will be held at Gregson Park, Hamilton on October 25 at 6pm. The runners will join their voices to Reclaim the Night, the global movement calling for an end to all forms of violence against women. All women are welcome to join Reclaim the Run – it is a gentle run with no need to register. All money raised goes to Helen Maslen Scholarships, to help victims of domestic violence create a brighter future for themselves through study at University of Newcastle. For more information search Reclaim the Run 2019 on Facebook.
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A letter to Are you listening PM? Below is an open letter to Prime Minister Scott Morrison that Alexa Stuart of Lambton High School gave as a speech at the Strike for Climate Action in September...
Dear Mr Prime Minister, 396 days ago, Greta Thunberg was a lone voice sitting out the front of the Swedish Parliament refusing to go to school, striking for climate action. In 396 days that single voice has turned into millions united with one simple plea: a right to a safe earth and a safe future. Just 396 days later halfway across the globe, thousands here in Newcastle and over a million around the world have come to tell you, Mr Prime Minister, that no longer will we stand for your denial, no longer will we stand for your empty words, and no longer will we stand for your total inaction on the biggest threat humanity has ever faced. The youth have risen, and we will not rest until you have listened! In March, 150,000 of us took to the streets around Australia yet you Page 6 > The Local > September 2019
did not listen to our fears and you told us “we need more learning in schools and less activism”. But we will not take that for an answer! So we have gathered all our parents, our grandparents, friends and neighbours, peers and colleagues to join us in solidarity. And we ask you Mr Prime Minister, NOW are you listening!? If you really believe in a “fair go for all Australians,” including the younger generations, then you would listen to our three demands: 1. Will you say no to any new coal, oil and gas projects? Because experts have told us the mining of coal, oil and gas are the primary cause of the climate crisis. Will you hear us when we plead with you to say no to the 14 new mines and mine expansions planned in NSW, that will only increase our emissions when they so desperately need to go down? 2. Mr Prime Minister, will you support policies to get us to 100% renewables by 2030? We know that it is technologically possible to get Australia to 100% renewable. We know that it won’t be easy, but we must listen to what the science is telling us. and 3. Mr Prime Minister will you fund a just transition and job creation for fossil workers and their communities? We are here in the biggest coal port in the world to tell you that we DO stand with those who work in the mining industry and that this is not about us vs them. This is not about the environment vs jobs. Our movement have been
described as the biggest threat to the mining industry but our frustration and anger about climate inaction is NEVER directed at coal workers, but at the people in power like you, Mr Prime Minister, who are failing to bring us together to create climate solutions that don’t leave any of us behind. You may say these demands are ambitious and that they are not “economically feasible”, but they are necessary and they are achievable! We should not have to be here, we should be at school and work, doing our jobs. But because you are failing to do yours, we are not doing ours today. When we see you taking real action in safeguarding our planet and our future we will happily go back to school and work. Surely that is not too much to ask? I am sorry I am so angry and I wish I didn’t have this much anger at my young age, I wish I was filled with hope. But the truth is I am terrified. And I am angry not just because my future is at risk, but because my future is being STOLEN right in front of my eyes. And the way to deal with this fear and helplessness is action, is doing everything in our power to fix this mess. Which is why I am so proud to be part of the school strike for climate movement. Because the real power belongs to the people! So we ask you again Mr Prime Minister. Are you listening? Alexa Stuart - Lambton
Win circus tickets Newcastle’s very own circus is returning this October school holidays to bring you an all-new jungle adventure. Circus Avalon presents Safari. Join Mr Safety and his side-kick Zoe as they travel through the junglethemed big top, discovering all the curious creatures like butterflies, birds, monkeys, lions and more. All played by some of Australia’s best circus artists. Safari is playing under the big top located at the Waratah Callaghan College for two weeks only this October school holidays. The season runs from Saturday 5 to Sunday 13 October with 14 morning, afternoon and evening performances in all. Free 30-minute circus workshops are on offer after the 11 am and 3 pm shows. For details and ticket sales go to www.circusavalon.com.au/ The Local has two family passes for one adult and two children valued at $55 each to give away to Circus Avalon’s performance of Safari at 11am on Saturday 5 October. To enter, text ‘Circus Avalon’ and your name to 0455 210 000 by Wednesday 2 October. Winners will be advised.
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Tom Murphy from Fernleigh Cafe and Andy Hamonet of PetStock Adamstown Following the success of last year’s promotion Adamstown Business Group is running ‘Spring in and Win with Adamstown Bingo’ again this year. Shoppers have a chance to share in $250 worth of shopping vouchers to spend at participating businesses. This year 17 local businesses ranging from hotels to cafes, butchers to hairdressers and pet supplies to car repairs have come together to promote the message of buying locally. Entering is easy. Just make a purchase from any five participating businesses between now and November 8, leave your card with any participating store and you’re in the running for $250 worth of shopping vouchers. There are three ‘Wild Cards’ this year. These can be used where you make multiple purchases at one business. Sharon O’Rourke from Adamstown Business Group said “Last year we did Adamstown Bingo for the first time. Customers really liked the idea of being rewarded for shopping locally. This year we’ve gone bigger with the bingo card. It’s been so popular we’ve had to restock many of the stores with extra cards!” Readers in the Adamstown area would have received a bingo card inside the September issue of The Local. These cards went to more than 5,000 homes across Adamstown, Adamstown Heights and parts of Broadmeadow and Merewether. You can get your five stamps and enter as many times as you like. If you need another card just ask any one of the participating businesses (as shown at left). Shoppers from outside the Adamstown area are also welcome to play and enter.
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The Local Quiz
Congratulations to last month’s quiz winner, Mrs G. Roncolato of Hamilton East. Your prize is on its way. Last month’s mystery photo was the telephone exchange on the corner of Denison and Lawson Sts. This month’s quiz questions are below. You’ll find the answers within the pages of this issue, except of course for the mystery photo. Question 1 In what year was the Mechanics’ Institute in Hamilton opened? Question 2 What does a Humpback whale weigh at birth? Question 3 On what date in October is Reclaim the Run being held? Question 4 To whom did Alexa Stuart write an open letter recently? Question 5 Where would you find the former railway tunnel picture at right?
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By far my funniest and favourite book of all time: meet Mort, a young, socially awkward apprentice of none other than Death himself. Pratchett’s ability to capture the readers heart with full bodied characters is talented far beyond his credit, especially as we get to know Death’s laugh out loud sarcastic humour. Walking amongst villains, wizards, vampires, servants and princesses alike, I love the escapism of Pratchett’s cleverly described discworld novels. Riding along with Mort on death’s flying white horse fondly named ‘Binky’ and walking through walls is told in such a captivating way that takes the reader on a light hearted adventure. My best character of the book? Most definitely Death with his unique wit and surprisingly endearing personality. When his hourglasses indicate the time to use his scythe, it’s comical to see the various ways Death is met and reacted to like the witch who transforms or the king who tries to bargain. The great thing about this and all the discworld novel series is Pratchett’s choice to use no chapters in his book structure: this enables a ‘I can’t put the book down!’ continuous flow of reading. He also tells the tale from different characters perspectives so that by the end of the novel they have all come together as parts of the same story. Truly one of the best adventures of this amazing world that sits on the back of four elephants that stand on a giant turtle-you’ll be laughing all the way through!. Is there a book you would like to review? Please get in touch at Q’s Books email: info@qsbooks.com.au
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If one of the letterboxes pictured above is yours, you’ve won a $30 shopping voucher from one of three great local retailers. Phone us at The Local on 0455 210 000 by Friday 11 October to confirm your address and choose your prize. There’s a $30 voucher for Jarrett’s Quality Meats at Lambton, a $30 voucher for Q’s Books at Hamilton
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You may be lucky to see a Humpback whale, or an animal launching itself skyward from the ocean when looking seaward from a beach or headland in Newcastle. But have you ever wondered why they’re there and where they’re going? Well, they very nearly weren’t here at all. Australia used to be one of the largest whaling nations in the world. Humpback whales were caught for oil and other products, right up until the last season in 1963. The harvest was of course, completely unsustainable, even though the pre-whaling population on the east coast of Australia was around 30,000 animals.
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But in 1963 it was estimated that as few as 150 animals remained. Marine scientist Dr Stephen Cole says our now protected Humpbacks have recovered well, in fact, the fastest of any population in the world. “Each cow can produce a single calf once every two years. The current population shows no sign of slowing its growth so we can all now happily share in their magnificence,” he says. But why are they here? Dr Cole says Humpback whales feed in the Antarctic waters on small prawn-like creatures called Krill. “Humpbacks don’t have teeth like most animals; they have baleen, which are plates of fibre that strain out the krill. That’s why we call Humpbacks Baleen whales.” Krill numbers are huge in Antarctica from late spring to autumn each year, responding to the sunshine and warmer sea temperatures and Humpbacks feed on them during this time. “But then there is no more and it’s getting cold and dark down south, so Humpbacks migrate to escape the cold, and have a winter holiday in north Queensland like we do. So, we see them here heading north from April.” “By late winter they’re starting to get hungry,” Dr Cole says, “and the feeding grounds of Antarctica are beckoning, so we’ll see them again on the southern migration from August to November.” He says we should keep a sharp eye out to sea. “The calves are born on the migration or in the waters of the barrier reef. Babies come when they are ready. “They are about 6 metres long and weigh 2 tonnes at birth! “Mothers nurse the calves for a full year, but they’re slow at first and need lots of rests to feed. So later in the year you might be lucky enough to see a playful calf splashing around its ever-watchful mother, often close inshore in sheltered bays.” Dr Cole says no-one really knows why they jump (breach) so often. “They might be showing off, or getting rid of parasites, but I like to think they’re just splashing about having fun,” he says. “The current population is approaching 40,000 animals, but whenever I see some, I’m reminded we’re very fortunate to have them with us today. “However, this is a message we need to learn for all our native wildlife. Thankfully the Southern Ocean and Australian Whale sanctuaries will protect Humpbacks into the future so we can continue to be inspired and awed by them.”
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LOCAL
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Hamilton – an early aerial photograph
purposes of novice pilot instruction. The Newcastle Morning Herald & Miners’ Advocate acknowledged the aero club as the source of a photograph in 1934 that displayed a portion of suburban Hamilton. The cropped image on the facing page shows the area in the vicinity of the corner of Tudor and Beaumont Streets while the original photograph displayed a larger area through to the distinctive oval track of the racecourse south of Dumaresq Street.
The aerodrome at Broadmeadow was becoming an important amenity for the City of Newcastle; it housed the 1929 established Newcastle Aero Club (later Royal Newcastle Aero Club). The aero club had a committed membership of flyers and their supporters; with the year of the photograph below being significant as flying training was inaugurated at the club on April 21st 1934. The much larger Aero Club of NSW was regularly sending an instructor to Newcastle in an aeroplane that could be used for the Two noteworthy buildings in the 1934 photo are still very much part of the Hamilton suburban streetscape, they are Hamilton Wesley (formerly Methodist) Church, opened in 1928, at the corner of Beaumont and Denison Streets and the former Mechanics’ Institute, opened some forty years earlier, in 1888, by the NSW Premier Sir Henry Parkes, at the corner of Tudor and Milton Streets. At the lower edge of the photo is the pitched roof of the long demolished Methodist Sunday School Hall that was adjacent to an 1869 Wesleyan Church on the corner of Beaumont • ROOFING • GUTTERING • and Tudor Streets; after sixty years on the corner the old church building was replaced by the Bank of • GASFITTING • DRAINAGE • New South Wales (NMH 28 Oct 1929). The Google image shows the 1929 two storey bank building that • WATER SERVICES • that served the community for over forty years before becoming an office of the Greater Building Society, later becoming the Greater Bank. The Greater Bank head office complex dominates the corner in 2019 while Hamilton Wesley Church BREAKDOWN continues its strong witness after ninety years. The SERVICE more recent Hamilton RSL Club built its main hall and social areas to the west of the Milton Street facing former Mechanics’ Institute. The RSL occupied the M: 0434 359 855 site for around seventy years and in recent years, after a period of neglect; the whole complex has been E: peterdedman.plumbing@hotmail.com comprehensively redeveloped as quality apartments. Lic. No. L14074
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Above: an aerial view of part of Hamilton, from Newcastle Morning Herald of 12 June 1934, original image courtesy of Newcastle Aero Club. Right: the same view of Hamilton today courtesy of Google Street View.
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Electrickery
You might also like to photograph your meter reading, with a date stamp, at regular intervals – say weekly or monthly. Once, I even switched off everything in my apartment and checked the meter – it was still running very fast! An electrician had mistakenly connected to my meter the power point my neighbour used for heating. After a bit of “show and tell”, this was resolved. Energy providers can make estimated meter readings in some cases, usually where they cannot access your meter. This may apply, for example, if you have a dog where your meter box is. You can find more information here:https://www.ewon.com.au/page/suppliers/ supplier-responsibilities/billing-and-reading-meters Where the estimated meter reading is wrong, you are entitled to submit your own meter reading. Your energy retailer must clearly tell you of this right and give you clear instructions on how to take the meter reading and send it to them. Your first step is to complain to your energy provider through their formal complaint channel. If you are unhappy with the result, NSW has an Energy and Water Ombudsman – ewon.com.au. If you are still unsatisfied, you can complain to the Australian Energy Market Commission.
Dear Here to Help I am a single pensioner. I noticed that my electricity bills suddenly became much higher a couple of years ago. When I checked my meter, the numbers didn’t seem to tally with the numbers on my account. It sounds to me like you want to challenge your electricity bill. The first thing to remember when challenging anything – get your paperwork in order. Go back through your files and find as many electricity bills as you can. If you don’t have them, you can request If you have an everyday problem just begging for a simple, your historical accounts from your electricity provider. real world solution send it to “Here to Help” via: mark@ hunterlocal.com.au and let’s see what we can achieve. (They may charge a fee.)
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PHARMACY
Matters by Anthony Piggott
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Mouth ulcers
Mouth ulcers are small, painful sores inside the mouth. They usually occur on the inside of the lips and cheeks and underneath and on the edge of the tongue. Medicines available from Your Local Pharmacy may reduce the pain and help mouth ulcers to heal. Mouth ulcers occur on the inside lining of the mouth. Blisters or sores on the lips or around the outside of the mouth are not mouth ulcers. Most mouth ulcers are not harmful and heal on their own in 7–14 days.
Signs and symptoms
Mouth ulcers are small round or oval sores. They are usually yellow, white or grey in the centre, and red and swollen around the edges. They can be very painful and make it hard to eat, speak and swallow.
Gels, paints, lozenges
• may contain an antiseptic to prevent bacteria infecting the ulcer • may contain medicines to reduce pain and swelling. Mouthwashes • are useful to treat mouth ulcers in hard-to-reach places • may contain an antiseptic to stop bacteria infecting the ulcer • may contain medicines to reduce pain and swelling.
Important
Most mouth ulcers are a minor problem and heal on their own. Sometimes they are a symptom of a more serious medical condition. Ask a Piggott’s Pharmacist or seek medical advice if mouth ulcers: • last more than 14 days • are larger than 1 cm across • heal with scarring • occur often (e.g. every 1–2 weeks) • occur in a group of five or more ulcers • occur with a sore throat, fever or other signs of illness • do not cause pain • stop you from eating and drinking • occur in a child under 10 years of age. See a dentist if you have sharp edges on a tooth, or a dental appliance that seems to cause mouth ulcers.
Causes
Mouth ulcers are often caused by injury to the lining of the mouth or tongue. Sometimes the cause of a mouth ulcer is not known.
Medicines
Medicines may reduce the pain and speed the healing of mouth ulcers. You can buy mouth ulcer treatments from a pharmacy without a prescription. They are available as pastes, gels, paints, lozenges and mouth washes.
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AGE Matters with Joseph McCarthy CEO of NovaCare Community Services
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If you’re worried about ageing and it gives you a sense of dread, it shouldn’t! Particularly if you’re a woman. Australia’s population has been ageing for more than a century and there is huge attention now on the baby boomers who have begun to reach 65 and beyond. Mary Pipher, a 71 year old US Clinical Psychologist has stated that “contrary to noxious and punishing stereotypes of ageing women as miserable, a women in her 70s is likely to be the happiest she’s ever been.”
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Mary’s research has shown that some people in the United States get happier as they age right up until the last three months before they die. Dr Pipher’s view is that this group of women is very aware of their responsibility for their own happiness. Many women in her research reported “greater self acceptance, a more relaxed sense of who they are and permission to be themselves.” So maybe for this group of people and hopefully for many in Australia, particularly if you have money, there are many more opportunities for you to travel more often and to eat out. We have an ageing population who are more open to doing the things they want to do rather than saying, “eventually I’m going to do something like spend a day reading my favourite book.” They give themselves permission to do it. This does not mean that older people are happy all the time because we know that is not the truth. It’s normal to feed sad, to feel pain and to feel anger but it is also okay to be your authentic self. If you are someone whose looking to link with others and to do fun things, NovaCare has a variety of social and purposeful activities that you can do while also providing you with support to live your way at home. Check our website at www.novacare.org.au or call 1300 363 654.
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Matters with Sara Knight of The Gut Clinic
Stomach acid
Do you have enough? Having strong acid in your stomach is critical for digestion...so in turn for optimal health. But what does it actually do for us? Stomach acid helps to: 1) Break down protein for absorption in the small intestine 2) Kill off harmful bacteria and other pathogens in our food from entering our body 3) Activate certain nutrients for absorption, especially B12 4) Trigger other key digestive processes to help break down our food to absorbable nutrients With the increase in stress, decrease in certain nutrients in our diets and the common use of antacids, many are suffering from low stomach acid. From the list above, it is easy to see that this can explain the rise in mood issues, imbalances in the microbiome, nutrient deficiencies and digestive complaints such as bloating, nausea etc. Getting our stomach acid levels at peak levels is really important. When looking to optimise stomach acid levels, best to consider: 1) Looking at the dietary intake of chloride such as foods like seaweed, celery, olives and tomatoes, as we need chloride to make stomach acid 2) Starting with some digestive bitters to provide gentle stimulation of the digestion system, especially for those that have an already sensitive gut 3) Apple cider vinegar or hydrochloric acid supplements with main meals. Apple cider vinegar and hydrochloric acid supplements may be best avoided by those suffering from reflux or GORD, those with a stomach ulcer, those taking antacids or proton pump inhibitors or H2 blockers such as Nexium or those with sensitive digestive systems. Digestive bitters are a gentler approach without exacerbating these other issues. Warning, they are named quite appropriately, they are bitter. Really bitter!! The use of bitters is a temporary measure. The real work, and therefore sustainable benefit, is to understand why you are not producing enough stomach acid. It’s always good to find the root cause of an issue whilst you use temporary measures to help you feel better sooner and for longer.
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VET Chat by Dr Fiona Wallace of New Lambton Veterinary Clinic
Leptospirosis deaths in dogs in inner Sydney
I’m pretty sure as a kid I never saw a wild rat in streets of town. Things have changed these days! We stayed the night in inner Sydney in August and walking through Hyde Park I was horrified to see many rats running around eating people’s abandoned lunch scraps and playing tag with the possums. I do like rats - they are intelligent and affectionate creatures, and they make great pets. The problem is that they run the risk of carrying disease that can be dangerous or even fatal to humans and other animals. You may have read recent reports of
dogs living in the Surry Hills area of Sydney who have died from a disease called leptospirosis, which they have caught directly from infected rats. To date there have been eight confirmed cases, with five in the last few months. No human illness has been linked to the outbreak at this stage, but this is a risk. Dogs can become infected by eating diseased rats, or by drinking water contaminated with rat urine. NB leptospirosis is a bacterial infection that can be treated with antibiotics if caught early enough. Signs of leptospirosis in dogs include fever, decreased appetite, weakness and reluctance to move around, vomiting, diarrhoea, nose or eye discharge, and jaundice (or yellowing of the skin and gums). It’s important to say that the only dogs who have been identified as dying of leptospirosis to date have come from inner Sydney, and that generally leptospirosis is known to have a low incidence amongst Australian dogs. However, a vaccine is available and if you think there is a possibility that your dog may be at risk, let us know and we can organise vaccination. To avoid the risk of human infection, take the usual precautions of washing your hands after patting dogs and especially before eating, and washing fruit and veges before eating. Make sure you avoid contact with your dog’s urine where the bacteria are concentrated. And advice just in from the USA (where apparently even the White House has a rat infestation problem!) – don’t leave food scraps around as this is the reason rats love living in the city!!
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LAW
Matters by Chris Hill-Smith of Appleton Law, Lambton
How do I revoke or change my Will?
cannot stand together. A will may also be voluntarily revoked by “burning, tearing or otherwise” destroying the will with the intention of revoking the will, or, by writing on the will or on some other document in such a way that a court would be satisfied the person intended to revoke the relevant will. Involuntary revocation occurs through operation of the law whereby generally a will is revoked by a subsequent marriage, and in large part by the termination of a marriage. In relation to a subsequent marriage of the will maker, if the will is made “in contemplation” of the marriage, the will is not revoked. When a divorce occurs, any gift to the former spouse or an appointment of the spouse in the will, for example as executor is revoked. A divorce does not revoke any gifts or provisions made to persons other than the former spouse. From the above it can be seen that it is important to update a will when there is a significant change in circumstances, firstly to make sure the will continues to deal with the estate in the manner intended and secondly, to ensure any will is not unintentionally revoked through a subsequent marriage or divorce, leaving the person at risk that their estate will be dealt with under the intestacy rules.
There are often reasons why someone might want to change a will or revoke an earlier will? A will can always be revoked, changed or rewritten during a person life, provided they retain testamentary capacity. Revocation of a will generally falls into two categories, voluntary revocation or involuntary revocation. Voluntary revocation commonly takes place when a person writes a new will and expressly revokes any Disclaimer. The content of this article is provided for earlier wills or where a later will is partly or totally information purposes only. The contents do not constitute inconsistent with an earlier will and the two wills legal advice and should not be used as such. Formal legal advice should be sought in particular matters.
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Pets and bees
With the arrival of Spring a few dangers for pets arrive as well, we know snakes are on the move and other little nasties are out and about, so as the weather warms up and our outdoor activities increase, we need to be vigilant with our pets when outside. With Spring we see an increase in the activity of bees, with so many flowers in bloom the bees are very busy collecting pollen. Most of us have experienced the pain from a bee sting and know that sharp pain when the stinger goes in and then that absolute burning pain that follows. Well, our pets are affected by bee stings just like us. Because both dogs and cats use their noses and paws to
investigate their worlds it is often that these are the areas that are stung. If your cat or dog is outside and cries out, immediately check to see what’s going on. If the animal has been stung on the paw, they will lick their paw, so check to make sure that the bee stinger is not still in there. One of the best ways to remove a bee stinger is the use of a credit card to scrap the stinger out. Bee stingers are barbed and designed to stick into the skin. The bee stinger can actually continue to inject venom into your pet for several minutes even after it has been separated from the bee. The reactions caused by a bee sting are similar to symptoms humans suffer, such as allergic reactions, swelling, hives, difficulty breathing, pale gums and anaphylactic reaction. Some animals can even get stung inside the mouth, even on their tongue. This often occurs if the dog or cat is chasing after the bee. Apart from bees, wasps pose a real danger of stinging our pets. If wasps are provoked, they can sting multiply times. The stingers on a wasp are not barbed like the bee but the sting is far more painful. If you notice wasps about, wait until late afternoon or early evening and spray the nest with insect spray, the wasps are more sedentary at this time and this make the approach to rid them safer. We certainly need bees so if you have a plant in flower that is attracting bees, try to keep your pet away from this area. So, if you come home and find your dog or cat has a swollen face, it’s off to the vet you go!
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Local Community Group Notices CHILDREN & FAMILIES 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/ NEWCASTLE & HUNTER TOY LIBRARY Newcastle and Hunter Toy Library is calling all ‘kids at heart’ to become regular volunteers to assist with the running of the Toy Library sessions on Saturday mornings. The Toy Library is a terrific service based at New Lambton Library and run entirely by volunteers. We are also seeking new members to join our committee. Contact newcastletoylibrary@gmail. com for more information about joining our enthusiastic team. For more information search @newcastleandhuntertoylibrary on Facebook.
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.
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COMMUNITY EVENTS FASHION PARADE Clothes by Donna-Lou at St Matthew’s Community Hall 7 Wentworth St, Georgetown. Saturday 12th October from 1pm. Entry $8, includes Devonshire tea, all welcome. HAMMOND CARE SPRING FAIR Hammond Care Waratah aged care facility. 26 October 9am to 1pm. At 15 Tinonee Road, Waratah. There are still sites available $20. Email: JMilson-Comerford@hammond.com.au AUSTRALIAN RED CROSS TRAUMA TEDDY GROUP CALLING ALL NATTY KNITTERS Want to meet some new friends and knit/crochet while giving back to the community? Help bring joy into the lives of little ones needing a teddy to coudle during their time of need, by joining our Knit and Natter group who meet at the Lambton Anglican Church between 12-2.30pm every second Monday. Both novice and experienced crafters welcome. Non knitters are encouraged to join to assemble the Trauma Teddies. Contact Kat Butterworth 0418 462 997 or Diane our local group co-ordinator 0429 380 999 or pop into the office 19 Morehead Street Lambton. PEARL BOX FOUNDATION Thanks to the many local Lambton businesses, as well as members of our community who donated some wonderful prizes, we had another successful day at the Mark Hotel in September. We have again raised enough to donate another $5,000 to the John Hunter HMRI. Also, on behalf of the Pearl Box Inc. we presented to a local, vision-impaired man with a talking watch to help him in his every day life. Another raffle will be held on the evening of the 7 December at the Mark Hotel. To both raise enough to purchase all of the residents of a local Nursing Home a Christmas present each and to present the HMRI with their cheque. For further details on the Pearl Box Foundation call Greg Box on 0425 200 982.
Local Community Group Notices HOBBIES & INTERESTS NEWCASTLE SPINNERS AND WEAVERS GUILD INC. Meets 1st Saturday and 2nd Wednesday of each month at the Masonic Centre, Cromwell Street, New Lambton 10.00am-2.00pm. Beginners very welcome. For more info Ph: 0490 110 542, email info@newcastlespinnersandweavers.org.au
NEWCASTLE IMPROVISED MUSIC ASSOCIATION INC. (NIMA) We are a not for profit jazz association formed in 2009. The driving goal of NIMA Inc is philanthropic, aiming to support local musicians so that they can showcase their skills and repertoire. We stage live jazz performances every Tuesday night at the Grand Hotel, corner of Church and Bolton Sts Newcastle. Doors open at 7.30pm. Grab a delicious pub meal upstairs then join us in the basement. Entry is $20 for adults $15 senior/concession and $10 for NIMA members. We regularly have musicians from around Australia and overseas playing. For more information go to www.nima.org.au
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
REUNIONS LEO CLUBS REUNION Were you a Leo or a Leo adviser in the 1970’s, 80’s or 90’s? You are invited to a reunion on Sat urday 9 November at Wests New Lambton. For details contact former Charlestown Leos Rhonda Walker 4952 6806 or Sue Parsons 4942 1050.
SENIORS GROUPS MEREWETHER SEASIDE PROBUS CLUB We are looking for new members. Come and join us at our Monthly Meetings held on the 3rd Thursday of each month commencing at 10.30am At Merewether South Leagues Club, 46 Llewellen Street. Contact Jacki on 49 611714 or leave a message or email: jackijeayes@hotmail. com THE JUNCTION COMBINED PROBUS CLUB Probus South Pacific stands for Friendship, Fellowship and Fun. If these ideas appeal to you why not join our Probus Club. We are looking for New members and we meet on the first Monday of each month at St. Augustine’s Church Hall in Windsor Street Merewether 9.45am. For details contact the Secretary, Lyndie Barrkman on 0419 410 248 or lbarrkman@bigpond.com. NEW LAMBTON SENIOR CITIZENS & PENSIONERS ASSOCIATION Make new friends while enjoying a warm and caring fellowship as well as to partake in the fun games of bingo and chats over a cuppa. Where? The New Lambton Seniors Assocation, located at the New Lambton Community Centre, 14 Alma Road, New Lambton. Handy to bus stops! Contact Barry Hoare on 4963 4631.
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