Like us on Facebook or go to www.thelocalnewcastle.com.au for more news •Issue No 101 • Newcastle’s favourite community newspaper • September 2022 • Live local,buy local,be local www.eyecareplus.com.au/newlambton/ DIDKNOW?YOU Locals caring for locals WE WELCOME ALL HEALTH FUNDS
Brian Lizotte announced last month that his landmark Lambton venue is on the market. In a post on the Lizotte’s Facebook page Brian announced his intentions to sell the business and building that he has owned and operated for 14 years.
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”To our amazing, passionate, food and music loving customers, the countless incredibly talented artists that have given their all on our stage. The fabulous agents, promoters, and managers we have dealt with over the last 14 years here at Lizotte’s at Newcastle, it is with an “excited-heavy heart” that I announce that Jo and I have made a massive decision to place the Kings Theatre and Lizotte’s Newcastle on the market for sale. We have put an incredible amount of time thinking and talking about this and have realised that our growing family is now to be our main focus. It is our hope to pass this iconic beautiful old venue with its world-class entertainment and fine cuisine baton onto a fabulous new operator. Someone that will continue to offer the Newcastle community and beyond more world-class entertainment (continued on page 5) Lizotte’s has been a popular venue for music and food lovers since opening in
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I’ve been an irregular blood donor for about 15 years. No, that didn’t sound right, did it? It’s not my blood that’s irregular, it’s making and then keeping appointments to donate that is irregular. Whole blood is something you can healthily donate every 12 weeks. I should therefore be approaching 60 visits by now but due to a sometimes crazy diary I’m languishing on just 33 visits.
I know that number 33 because last month when I did keep an appointment the lovely nurse told me that on my next visit I will have saved 100 lives. Apparently each donation gives life saving treatment to three people. I was chuffed to hear that. A whole blood donation takes around 30 minutes from my experience including completing a screening questionaire, a short pre-donation interview and the obligatory post-donation snack attack. Truth is you are only up close and personal with a needle for about 10 Plasmaminutes.and platelet donations take longer but I can’t speak with any authority on these having not donated Aeither.whole blood donation is 470ml or about 8% of the average adult’s blood volume. Within 48 hours of donating, your body has fully restored your blood volume. Now that’s pretty clever. The most telling statistic about blood donation is that whilst one in three people will need a blood transfusion at some stage in life only 3% of us are There’sdonors. always a need for more donors, especially if like me, others don’t front up as often as they plan. We have a very welcoming Lifeblood Donor Centre in our midst at 165 Lambton Rd Broadmeadow If you’ve been thinking it please go to: www.lifeblood. com.au or call 13 14 95 to see if you qualify as a donor.
Page 2 > The Local > September 2022 www.thelocalnewcastle.com.au LOCAL Matters with Mark Brooker Publisher of The Local All editorial, advertising and distribution enquiries to Mark Brooker By email: mark@ hunterlocal.com.au or ph 0455 210 000 Mail: PO Box 130 Lambton, 2299 Founder & publisher: Mark Brooker The Local is lovingly produced then carefully hand delivered each and every month to more than 11,000 residential letterboxes and businesses in Lambton, North Lambton, New Lambton, New Lambton Heights, Broadmeadow, Hamilton North, Jesmond and Kotara. You can find back issues of The Local and check out the latest community news and information at: www.thelocalnewcastle.com.au or on our Facebook page @thelocalnewcastle. If you enjoy receiving The Local in your letterbox each month please support the businesses you see advertising on these pages. Without their support your local paper could not and would not happen. Pretty simple really... Readers, advertisers and community groups are encouraged to contribute to The Local with news items, community events and any matter of general interest to residents of the area. In contributing news items the contributor accepts that such information may or may not be published in print and/or online using websites and social media channels at the sole discretion of the publisher. No guarantee of publication is ever implied by this invitation to contribute. Except where noted otherwise, all information, photographs, text and images, within The Local is subject to copyright. Material may not be reproduced and/or distributed in whole or part in any form without the prior, explicit consent of the publisher. The Local is proudly printed in Newcastle. The Local is 100% recyclable. Please recycle it, but of course only after you’ve read it! ABN 48 260 331 896 ....and here’s some fine print Advertising bookings for October issue will close Friday 16 September Worth bottling
“The premise of each episode is that we are either taught a sport by a ‘child-superstar’ or engage in an activity that kids and families can recreate and engage in together.”
“With my class at school, I’m very much a goofy, fun and loud person and I always get up and give everything a go.
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“Who the viewers see on ‘Active Adventures’, in Trav and Brendan, is very much who we are in life,” states Travis.
“I want to model to the kids that it’s not about being the best at something but giving something your Withinbest.” each episode, Travis and Brendan accomplish exactly that. The pair routinely embrace new experiences, with their unique style of comedic effect, and are always ready for their next… Active Adventure. To see what Travis and Brendan get up to next see their Facebook page AdventuresActiveAdventuresTravBrendanhttps://www.facebook.com/orsearchActiveonYouTube.
Travis explains it best when he says, “Active Adventures is a YouTube channel Brendan and I created to inspire kids to try new sports and develop new passions, interests and hobbies.
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When two teachers from New Lambton South Public School combined their ideas to create a kids YouTube channel promoting fun, healthy and active lifestyles for kids and young families, Active Adventures was Afterborn. 28 episodes and more than 10,000 views to date, Travis and Brendan continue to entertain and inspire.
“We are both kids at heart. We love to laugh, have fun and care about making a difference in the lives of “Inothers.”everyepisode, we just want to model to kids that you don’t have to be scared or anxious about trying something new. You can just do it and enjoy the experience for what it is.” “It’s about being open minded and willing to have a go at anything,” adds Brendan.
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With episodes filmed at familiar locations, the pair have explored the playgrounds of Speers Point and Croudace Bay, hiked and mountain-biked through Glenrock State Forest, played frisbee golf at Jesmond Park, visited Newcastle Parkour and received sports coaching for episodes from former students who represent the Newcastle Falcons, Merewether Junior Cricket Club, Petite Stars Dance Academy and Souths Netball Club.
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TAFE NSW Head Teacher of Community Services Vicki Field said the entry-level qualification provided practical, hands-on training so that thousands of NDIS participants to access the individual support services they “Theneed.work is incredibly rewarding and TAFE NSW offers a nationally recognised qualification you can take with you anywhere. There is also plenty of scope for career progression. Ms Field said.
“By 2024, it is forecast that around 500,000 people will be accessing the NDIS across Australia. We need thousands more trained, skilled workers who can hit the ground running to ensure people with disability can access the essential services they need. This course is a great way to start.”
Physical Disability Council of NSW CEO Serena Ovens said there has never been a better time to consider a career in the disability services sector.
TAFE and the Physical Disability Council of NSW are encouraging people to consider undertaking fee-free training in disability support courses to help meet an unprecedented demand for workers in the Hunter. The sector is Australia’s fastest growing, with the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) National Workforce Plan indicating an additional 83,000 workers will be needed to meet demand in the next two years.
Zoe Grant, a recent graduate of TAFE NSW’s Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), has secured work with a local disability service provider
TAFE NSW Glendale graduate Zoe Grant completed the Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) last year and is now working at ConnectAbility at Warabrook, where she completed her work placement.
“There is a crucial need for more disability support workers in NSW communities, particularly in regional and remote areas, and TAFE NSW is key to meeting future workforce demand,” Ms Ovens said.
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encourage people to seek care when appropriate.
“In some cases, consulting ‘Dr Google’ can be helpful – it can reduce anxiety, provide answers and
“The trouble is, we can’t control these responses very well. We can get into a habit of continually checking ourselves and online for information about what’s happening in our bodies and when this starts to affect our ability to function in the world, that’s when doctors and psychologist start to get concerned.”
Professor Kay-Lambkin and her team from the Hunter Medical Research Institute and the University of Newcastle want to explore these issues in their new study Health Anxiety and the Internet: Understanding Cyberchondria and Behaviour Patterns of Australians.
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Worried sick? It may be cyberchondria
Professor Kay-Lambkin says a few years ago, ‘cyberchondria’ didn’t really exist. “Today, we use cyberchondria to describe situations where people feel compelled to continue to search online and seek reassurance about fears associated with their health or illness, worries about having developed a serious illness, various bodily symptoms they are concerned about, and so on,” Professor KayLambkin said.
If you are over the age of 18, an Australian citizen and don’t suffer from any chronic physical or mental health conditions you may be eligible to help in the Eligiblestudy. participants will only be required to complete a one-off online survey about anxiety and their online habits. Eligible participants will also go into the draw to win an iPad. For more information on the online cyberchondria study go to: surveys/?s=7AENNTKCNFL3CPJ7https://redcap.hmri.org.au/
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Authorised by Tim Crakanthorp MP. Funded using parliamentary entitlements. convince what Professor Frances Kay-Lambkin, Director of Hunter Medical Research Institute, psychologist and mental health researcher is currently seeking participants for a new cyberchondria and health anxiety study. What is cyberchondria? Cyberchondria refers to a clinical phenomenon in which repeated Internet searches regarding medical information result in excessive concerns about physical health.
you’ve read? And does this whole process make you extremely anxious?
To advertise in The Local call Mark on 0455 210 000 The Local > September 2022 > Page 7 WATER BOARD BOWLING CLUB • 2 Compton Street, North Lambton • Ph 4957 2155 • • www.waterboardbowlingclub.com.au • sheree@wbbowlo.com.au • MEAT RAFFLES 40 Meat Trays every Friday and Sunday Tickets on sale from 4.30 + Members Draw Meat by Adams Family Meats & Jesmond Fruit Barn MENS BOWLS GALAS Fri 9.30am, Tues & Sat 1pm Wednesday nights are the home of the famous $10 SCHNITTY, CHIPS & SALAD AND $12 PASTA (choice of 3 varieties) Every Wednesday 5.30 - 8pm FREE Trivia from 7pm Chair of the Love Lambton 150 Years committee in 2021, and former City of Newcastle councillor, Andrea Rufo OAM with the seating and signage in Lambton Park Seat and sign mark 150 years When pandemic restrictions led to an eleventh hour cancellation of Lambton’s 150 year celebrations in June last year the organising committee quickly met to plan how best to use the remaining funds as a lasting momento to the suburb’s rich history. In the lead up week a number of well-attended community and cultural events were held but unfortunately the Sunday event in the Park could not proceed due to public health orders. The funds were instead applied to some recently installed custom-designed park seating and a table as well as signage to mark the 150 years. “It is important that we acknowledge and celebrate such an historic suburb and its residents of yesteryear and today, and now we have a landmark for the future.” committee chair Andrea Rufo OAM told The Local. “None of the celebrations or this seating and signage would have been possible without the financial support of the major sponsor City of Newcastle, and other generous sponsors including GWH Build, The Local and Piggott’s Pharmacy. Mr Rufo also added his sincere thanks to local partners including Newcastle Theatre Company and Lizotte’s for their support and expertise.
Page 8 > The Local > September 2022 www.thelocalnewcastle.com.au We kid’slovefeet! The experienced, friendly and caring podiatrists at Lambton Foot Clinic are more than happy to help your kids with any foot woes: • Growing Pains • Ingrown Toenails • Tripping and Falling • Heel Pain • Foot Pain • In-toeing • Flat feet • Prescription Orthotic Inserts • Footwear advice • Now next door to Elder Street Practice at 94 Elder St Lambton • Phone 4952 6910 • www.lambtonfootclinic.com • Is your letterbox feeling lucky? If one of the letterboxes pictured above is yours, you’ve won a $25 shopping voucher from one of three great local retailers. Phone us at The Local on 0455 210 000 by Friday September 16 to confirm your address and choose your prize. There’s a $25 voucher for Lambton Fruit Market, a $25 voucher for Piggott’s Pharmacy and a $25 voucher for Q’s Books at Hamilton to choose from. First in best dressed with the choice of vouchers. The vouchers must be claimed by September 16 and redeemed at your chosen retailer no later than September Congratulations30. to the residents of 2 Ralph St Jesmond, 71 Durham Rd Lambton and 108 Regent St New Lambton who each claimed a prize last month by correctly identifying their letterboxes.
“When women work, families thrive, communities prosper, and the economy grows,” says Ms Sadler. donate visit the Newcastle-Hunter DfSS https://gofund.
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“There is no doubt that unemployment is the leading cause of homelessness among women,” Ms Sadler says, “research shows that 29% of unemployed women in Newcastle were either homeless or marginally housed. Empowering women to get back on their feet and become financially independent will absolutely combat this growing problem in the Hunter region.”
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The Newcastle-Hunter showroom of Dress for Success Sydney is on the brink of closure due to a funding crisis. The charity is appealing to the local community to support their impactful work by helping to crowdfund $75,000 this month. This equates to the cost to keep the showroom doors open for a year. Operating in Sydney since 2010, Dress for Success Sydney saw the need to expand employment support services to the Newcastle-Hunter region, and with community support, opened a pop-up showroom in Now,2019. with a permanent showroom space in Broadmeadow, the branch supports more than 200 women a year through their signature interview styling and presentation skills offering, career support workshops and one-on-one job preparation services. The volunteer-led organisation shifted to online service delivery during the pandemic and added Virtual Styling to the mix, a program that has since expanded to deliver quality clothing to women in regional New South Wales. Newcastle-Hunter volunteers were pivotal during the 2021 lockdowns, running the Style Delivered program: selecting, packing, and sending clothing parcels to women for work, prison release and disaster relief.
The not-for-profit does not receive regular government funding and relies heavily on fundraising campaigns and in-person events to fund its programs and services. The latter of which was heavily impacted over the last two years. “Our small team hustles to forge philanthropic relationships and deliver fundraising initiatives but the pandemic really changed how businesses and individuals are able to spend their money”, Leisa Sadler CEO of Dress for Success Sydney explains.
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Page 10 > The Local > September 2022 www.thelocalnewcastle.com.au The Local Quiz Congratulations to last month’s quiz winner, Breanna Clancy of Lambton. Breanna has won a $25 voucher to spend at Piggott’s Pharmacy. Last month’s mystery photo was taken at the roundabout near Jesmond where the final stage of the Newcastle Inner City Bypass will connect with Newcastle Road This month’s quiz questions are below. You’ll find the answers within the pages of this issue, except of course the mystery photo. Question 1: What year did Lizotte’s open in Lambton? Question 2: At which local school do Travis and Brendan from Active Adventures teach at? Question 3: What month is Prostate Cancer Awareness month held? Question 4: What does the acronym WAAAF stand for? Question 5: Where would you be if you were looking at the wall mural pictured below? Send your quiz answers to admin@hunterlocal. com.au with ‘The Local Quiz’ in the subject line or post them to PO Box 130, Lambton 2299 by Friday September 16 for a chance to win a $25 gift voucher* to spend at any Piggott’s Pharmacy store in Newcastle and the Hunter. *Not redeemable on prescription medicines Call 0425 251 607 • newcastlerefrigeration.com ABN: 72 119 155 501 ARCTICK: TBC QBCC: TBC HIGH QUALITY AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS to suit your home. Cool your home for summer No sweat. ● Team of local experts ● High quality installation ● Servicing the Newcastle area & beyond! Authorised Panasonic dealer
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As with many other diseases positive lifestyle choices can make a huge difference. Most of us know that a healthy diet which includes fruits and vegetables and daily physical activity is good for us. We also know that smoking can cause significant health issues.
If you want to know more, there is lots of evidence based information on the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia website - www.pcfa.org.au. The PCFA also runs a program called MatesCONNECT (Phone 1800 22 00 99).
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Whilst there is no population based screening for prostate cancer, it is recommended that once men reach 50 years of age they talk to their GP about getting a simple blood test to check their ProstateSpecific Antigen (PSA) levels.
Prostate cancer has now surpassed breast cancer as the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia and it is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men.
A higher than normal reading doesn’t necessarily mean you have prostate cancer, but it can indicate that further investigation is required. Those with a family history should have this conversation when they reach 40 years old. Knowing your family history is important because if it includes prostate cancer, your risk of diagnosis doubles.
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Locally we are lucky to have excellent diagnostic and treatment facilities which help with early detection. A wide range of treatments are also offered including surgery, radiation therapy and chemotherapy.
On a more positive note, between 1987 – 1991 and 2014 – 2018, the five-year relative survival for prostate cancer improved from 60 per cent to 95 per cent. The important thing is early diagnosis, which understandably leads to better outcomes.
Calvary Mater Newcastle has a robust clinical trials unit which offers access to world leading treatments.
When we look at the annual figures it means that 24,217 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year. This equates to 66 men per day compared to 57 people being diagnosed daily with breast cancer.
However, we often forget the importance of good sleep habits, good friends and social support, and starting something new. In fact, it’s OK to enjoy all or most things in moderation and to try and laugh often.
If you ring this number you will be put in contact with trained volunteers who have experienced prostate cancer. They don’t give medical advice, but provide an understanding of what to expect and give an insight into living with prostate cancer. Please make September the month you think about your health and chat to your GP if anything in this article raises concerns.
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TAFE Art School and The Hudson Street Hum, Paul said “I am so pleased to be able to mentor and teach students to develop skills in mosaic assembly and installation. This is a beautiful art form that I am very passionate about.”
Council’s Public Art Reference Group many mosaics have already been installed.
Take walk down Beaumont Street to see the mosaics already installed and keep a look out for new ones being installed in the coming months! That’s all for now…
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You may have already seen the repair and restoration of the beautiful Mosaic Pavement Art celebrating the culture and history of Hamilton. Coordinating artist, Paul Maher carried out a mosaic project in Beaumont St for the City of Newcastle Council in the 1990 ‘s after the Newcastle Earthquake shattered much of the precincts main street. Some of these mosaics required repairs and/or replacement so we approached Paul to install more pavement art to assist with street beautification. After months of community consultation around the designs and after final approval by
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Just like in your family, people work together to ensure that things that need doing are done, our community works much the same way. This doesn’t mean that the load is spread evenly. But we do work together, with our individual skills and abilities, to make sure that things happen, like having food on the Governmenttable. does not – and cannot – know everything. Even in dystopian writing, such as Catch-22, things happen that government doesn’t see. And that is the way it should be. That does mean that if you notice something dangerous, or not okay, the issues will be resolved much more quickly if you report them to the relevant authorities – often local Council or even the police. This might be a hole that could hurt people, or an abandoned vehicles in your street, or even a piece of legislation that makes no sense or creates counterproductive outcomes.
People have also asked me how to check what dangers/works might be happening in an area before they go there. Your local Council should be able to tell you about road closure – Newcastle City Council has this online resource
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Dear Here to Help, I was going for my morning walk recently and noticed a big hole in the path. I was quite concerned that somebody may come to grief tripping on it. I wasn’t sure what to do and eventually someone suggested that I contact the Council. I noticed that, after I contacted Council, the hole was quickly repaired and the path was made safe again. I would have thought Council had its own system for discovering issues – is it usual that I had to notify them? Thanks for your query. I guess the easiest way to answer your question is to say that it is impossible for anyone – be it a government agency, a corporation or an individual –to know everything.
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In February 1941 a severe shortage of signals personnel prompted the air force to form the WAAAF, with an enrolment of 250 women to be trained as wireless and teleprinter operators. This was intended as a temporary arrangement, but when Japan entered the war in December 1941 the role of air defence increased, as did the need for the WAAAF. In March 1942, No. 2 Fighter Sector headquarters commenced at New Lambton with 134 personnel, including 69 WAAAF servicewomen performing roles in telecommunications and plotting aircraft Tomovements.assistthe
Previously the role of women in the armed services was restricted to mainly nursing and kitchen work. With the outbreak of war in 1939 there were many discussions, but no decisions, about enlisting women.
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During World War 2, New Lambton Public School was commandeered by the RAAF. But not just men served there, but also a large contingent from the Women’s Auxiliary Australian Air Force (WAAAF).
WAAAF, the Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA), aided by volunteers and donations from the public, opened a hostel in a shop and residence at the corner of Hobart and Rugby Roads. The Newcastle Morning Herald and Miner’s Advocate report of the opening ceremony on 5 May 1942 noted that “The hostel has sleeping accommodation for nine, an attractive bathroom, a lounge-room where the girls can entertain their friends or write letters home, a piano, sewing machine, and a cheery kitchen where they can cook a meal.” In the first four months, 351 WAAAFs were accommodated at nights. In December 1942 the YWCA closed the hostel when they opened a larger facility in Hunter Street Newcastle. This proved unsatisfactory for the WAAAF in New Lambton, and on 24 July 1943 the Church Army re-opened the Hobart Road site. The hostel finally closed in September 1944, when the RAAF transferred their operations at the school to new headquarters on Ash Island. After the war, the WAAAF was disbanded, having had 27000 women serve in 72 different trades. You can view these photos and details at lachlanwetherall.com
To advertise in The Local call Mark on 0455 210 000 The Local > September 2022 > Page 17 Above: Servicewomen at the official opening of the WAAAF hostel in New Lambton, 5 May 1942. (Newcastle Morning Herald and Miner’s Advocate). Right: The former WAAAF hostel building in 2022 on the corner of Hobart and Rugby Roads, New Lambton DO GOOD Join Vinnies Become a Vinnies Member and make a difference in your local community JOIN TODAY. Visit www.vinnies.org.au Email maitland.newcastle@vinnies.org.au Call 0490 255 100
Page 18 > The Local > September 2022 www.thelocalnewcastle.com.au More favourites At Q’s Books we are often asked for recommendations. So for the next few issues we thought we would list some of our favourites over the past few years for you to consider. Enjoy! When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi Song of Achilles by Madeline MillerProject Hail Mary by Andy Weir Still Life by Sarah Winnman WE OPENIfYOURWANTBOOKREVIEW!Reviewanybookin200-250wordsyouseeyoursonthispagewewillgiveyouA$20VOUCHERtospendatQsBooks!7DAYS 115 BEAUMONT STREET, HAMILTON PHONE: 02 4961 0222 WWW.QSBOOKS.COM.AUINFO@QSBOOKS.COM.AU@QSBOOKSHAMILTON A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman
To advertise in The Local call Mark on 0455 210 000 The Local > September 2022 > Page 19Competition Closes 5pm Monday 31st October, 2022. The organisers, Lambton Residents Group, reserve the right to reproduce and display any photo entries. We are most grateful to Don Mitchell for his continued support of our Annual Photography Competition Enquiries: Mary Webster at mwebster7@bigpond.com Spring into Lambton PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION CATEGORIES FOR ENTRY • Junior section (5-16 years) • Open • People’s choice • Photos to be printed on A4 size and handed in to Lambton Nextra 97 Elder Street, Lambton. Please include your name, contact number, category and title of your photo on the back of your entry. All entries will be on display for People’s Choice and winners announced early November.
the Strata Plan, and then updated each year. The Secretary or Chairperson should report on behalf of the Plan or alternately, you may delegate it to your Strata Manager. A Strata Manager may charge a fee for this Whetherservice.the Strata Plan has an appointed Strata Manager or is self-managed, the reporting requirements are the same. No Strata Plan will be exempt and fines may be imposed on any Strata Plan that do not comply.
Basic information about the Strata Plan will be available for public search, including a map showing its location, whether the Plan is a part of a larger Scheme, the date of the last AGM, the number of storeys above ground (for apartments) and the Plan usage (residential, commercial etc). Emergency Services will also be able to access the emergency contact information. Owners registered on the Roll of the Strata Plan will also be able to access additional information not made publicly available. All personal information will be managed in accordance with the NSW Government’s privacy responsibilities and obligations regulated by the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 (NSW). Visit informationand-construction/strata/annual-reportingwww.nsw.gov.au/housing-formore
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Changes affecting Strata Plans in NSW
Important changes came into effect on 30 June 2022 in relation to Strata Plans in NSW. The new reporting requirements will digitally consolidate information regarding the 84,000 Strata Plans in NSW onto the NSW Strata Portal, allowing for greater accountability on how Strata Plans are managed. By 30 September 2022, all Strata Plans in NSW must be registered on the Strata Portal and provide basic information about the Strata Plan. An annual administration fee of $3.00 per Lot will apply. Additional information will need to be added to the Portal following the next Annual General Meeting of
Getting back on the horse
‘So, what do you like to do for exercise?’
Jenny* (52), looked down at the floor. ‘I used to be fit, I loved swimming, but now I can barely put on a pair of shoes without losing my breath’. Jenny sat in front of me looking tired, a little embarrassed and very deflated. She’d recently had a hysterectomy and while in hospital she’d acquired Covid-19. Jenny had then gone home and because of a combination of nausea, fatigue, and just general down-in-the-dumpiness, she’d had a fall and injured
Over the following weeks, Jenny and I worked together to settle her shoulder pain and introduced little exercises to increase her fitness and shoulder function for swimming. Six weeks later she was back in the pool.
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‘Swimming is absolutely something you’ll be able to do again’ I encouraged her.
PHYSIO Matters
her shoulder, which is why she’d come to see me.
‘Come on, let’s find some things you can do instead of focusing on the things you can’t.’
with Ben Hutton of Brightside Physio
‘Thanks for supporting me’ Jenny said at her final appointment. ‘Without your encouragement, I don’t know if I’d have ever been able to get back on the horse!’
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‘Is swimming something you’d like to get back to?’ I asked Jenny. ‘Yes’, she replied, ‘but I feel as though with this shoulder and my surgery it might be something I never do again, not in the same way at least’. For the general population, two weeks of inactivity will result in a noticeable loss of cardiovascular fitness, and three weeks will amount to a noticeable loss in strength. Jenny had been inactive for around six weeks by the time she got to me, so she definitely wasn’t feeling her best self.
Always check with a doctor or Pharmacist before using complementary medicines or alternative therapies to treat depression.
Signs and symptoms
• drinking more alcohol (or using more drugs).
Talking is often the first step in managing depression. Counselling and other psychological therapies such as cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) are important treatments. These therapies can help you change unhelpful patterns of thinking and acting.
Anyone can develop depression at any age. It is more common in people with a family history of depression. Depression is often caused by a combination of factors. Some factors that may play a role in causing depression are:
•••Antidepressantantidepressants.medicines:mustbeprescribedbyadoctorarenotaddictivemaytake6–8weekstoreachfull
• thinking of suicide
If you have had any of these symptoms for more than two weeks, talk to your doctor. If you are a parent, watch out for these symptoms in your teenagers.
by Anthony Piggott of Piggott’s Pharmacies: Blackbutt, Branxton, Hamilton, Huntlee, Lambton and Merewether
• may interact with alcohol. Other Sometimesmedicinesdoctors prescribe other medicines together with antidepressants to treat depression.
• may cause side effects
• problems with sex or less interest in sex
• appetite and weight changes
• pain • poor physical health or physical disability
• personality type
• serious or long-term medical conditions (e.g. cancer, diabetes, stroke)
Depression can affect thoughts, feelings, mood, behaviour and physical health. Some common symptoms are:
PHARMACY Matters
• feeling irritable, anxious, moody, angry
• must be taken every day (you can get withdrawal effects if you miss or suddenly stop doses)
• emotional stress (e.g. loss of a loved one, relationship •problems)hormone changes (e.g. after childbirth, around
• thinking and feeling sad, hopeless, helpless, worthless, in despair
•••menopause)feelinglonelybeingunemployedalcohol,nicotineand drug abuse
Depression
• loss of interest and enjoyment in life
• may interact with other medicines
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• trouble thinking, concentrating and making decisions
• other mental illnesses (e.g. anxiety, dementia, schizophrenia). Treatment There are several different types of therapy for depression. Successful treatment often involves using more than one of these.
Depression is much more than feeling in a low mood after a sad or stressful event. Depression is a serious mental and physical condition that changes how a person thinks, feels and behaves. People with depression need professional help and sometimes medicines to get better.
• problems sleeping or sleeping too much
Causes
Local doctors, psychiatrists, psychologists and some counsellors can help with these therapies.
• headaches, body aches and pains
• feeling tired, low energy levels
• some medicines
Antidepressant medicines can help some people. There are many types of antidepressants, and a person may need to try several antidepressants before finding one that suits them. Ask a doctor or pharmacist for advice about
effect
Depression is very common. There are different types of depression that may have different symptoms and need different treatments.
3. Get friendly. Human interaction is essential if we are not to become isolated and lonely. Take care of your relationships. Revitalise older ones, cultivate some new ones. Join a group. The best social relationships are those that provide close emotional support and an adequate amount of stimulation, challenge, and social engagement.
Every year, a couple of years after they’ve finished work, I see a few retirees who typically are depressed. The problem is always the same. They have put in a lot of effort to look after their financial security but precious little effort to look after any other area of their Meaningfullife. activity is essential for good mental health, so ‘What am I going to do for the next twentyfive years’? is an important question. Here are four fundamentals that make a huge difference.
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by Dr Stuart Edser Principal Psychologist at Newcastle Psychology & Health Tips for retirement
1. Get physical. Daily exercise where possible is a
non-negotiable. Exercise will improve your physical health including heart health, lung capacity, weight control, blood pressure, mobility and brain health.
2. Get mental. Crystallised intelligence is the ability to use skills, knowledge, and experience. Its speed tends to slow as we age. We get there, but not as fast as when we were in our twenties. Research suggests that learning something novel that is challenging and that produces an outcome is beneficial for our cognitive health. It could even help to stave off dementia. So, learn a language, a musical instrument, how to use a computer, take a class, play chess, learn pottery, start painting, attend University of the 3rd Age (U3A).
Challenge your mind with something new.
4. Get busy. Hobbies and past-times are important to stave off boredom and depression. They give us purpose and a reason to get up in the morning. You can’t just get up every day to read the paper and watch television. You have to have something to do. Stuart
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All 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 the local area. The group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at Club Lambton, Karoola Rd. No RSVP needed. For more information email: lambtonresidents@ gmail.com or call Angela on 0422 633 737.
Mr. Perfect holds free informal “meetup” barbecues across Australia. We run a free barbecue at Carrington Bowling Club from 11.30am to 1.30pm on the third Sunday of each month. If you are available for a couple of hours for a healthy barbecue, with meat and vegetarian options available, come along and meet a bunch of top blokes. Soft drink and water supplied but please bring your own preference if you wish. The format is simple, informal and completely inclusive. It is a chance to get out of the house in the sun, socialise and meet some great people and form a supportive community. Friends, family and pets welcome too! Mental health is discussed at times and is purely optional. For more info see Mr Perfect on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn. Please RSVP to Greg at greg@menshealthservices.com.au or text/phone 0417 772 390 for catering purposes.
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. Readers are encouraged to check with organisers that events/meetings are proceeding as advertised here. Public Health Orders may force events to be postponed or cancelled. To have a free community notice published in next month’s issue of The Local email your details to admin@ hunterlocal.com.au or post to PO Box 130, Lambton 2299 by 15th of the month. Notices may be edited or omitted due to space limitations.
HOME-START FAMILY SERVICES Home-Start is a voluntary service offering support, friendship and practical help to families with at least one child under five 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/
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The Men’s Project is a free service for fathers who want to enrich their relationships with their children. We have two male workers who can assist and support fathers who have children aged between 0-18 years and may be experiencing some difficulties with parenting. These difficulties may include adjusting to co-parenting after separation. We can provide individual family support to fathers and we also offer a variety of group programs. For more information about the services we offer to fathers please call 4926 3577 or go to: www.nfss.org.au
LAMBTON RESIDENTS GROUP
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FAMILY SUPPORT NEWCASTLEMEN’S PROJECT
CHILDREN & FAMILIES
HUNTER ANIMAL WATCH
Hunter Animal Watch offers subsidised pet desexing for dogs and cats belonging to pensioners and health card holders. Phone 4961 6133 between 10am and 4pm Tuesday to Friday
MR. PERFECT BARBECUE
SOCIAL SCRABBLE CLUB at NEX Wests City, every Saturday 12 pm - 4pm. Cost $2 and you must be a member of Wests. Phone Christine 0407 484 851 or 49523001. Or just turn up. Free coaching available. A great friendly day out for scrabble enthusiasts.
HUNTER PROSTATE CANCER AWARENESS AND SUPPORT GROUP Hunter Prostate Cancer Awareness and Support Group (HPSASG) are a volunteer group who help and support men and their families experiencing prostate cancer health issues. We offer a confidential, friendly and supportive atmosphere with guest speakers from medical and other topical backgrounds. The group meet every second Tuesday of the month, at 2pm at Wallsend Diggers, 5 Tyrell Street Wallsend. Please come along and stay for a drink and a chat afterwards if you wish. Many do. We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting. Please call Chairperson, Brendon on 0458 960 300 for further information.
Local Community Group Notices
HOBBIES & INTERESTS
NEWCASTLE MEN’S SHED Newcastle Men’s Shed is now open at 99 Beaumont Street Hamilton, next door to Westpac. The shop front is open weekdays 9am to 2pm. New members are welcome. For more information phone 0498 365 207 or email newcastleshed@gmail.com
NEWCASTLE FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY Newcastle Family History Society along with Maitland & Beyond Family History are hosting the 37th Annual NSW & ACT Association of Family History Societies State Conference in 16-18th September. This is a first for our two beautiful and historic cities. The first two days of the conference are virtual but with lots of well known Newcastle presenters including Mark Dunn and Julie Keating. Day 3 is a big trade fair in the extensive grounds of Maitland & Beyond’s home next door to Maitland Gaol. There will be loads of exhibitors and displays as well as a BBQ and morning/afternoon teas to make a fun day for everyone. Some great sponsors like Ancestry. com, Find My Past, & My Heritage are involved. There are loads of fabulous raffle prizes to be won. We’ve kept the registration fee very lowonly $40 for the two day conference plus lots of great specials from our sponsors and supporters. Anyone who registers to attend the virtual conference will also have access to all the talks, the Virtual Exhibitors plus a very special ‘Goody Bag’ full of great things for anyone interested in family history or history for a whole week after the conference via YouTube. Check out our website at https://ridingthewavesofhistory.com. au/ for all the details.
A local club started in Lambton almost two years ago offers free outdoor nature journaling sessions to anyone interested in trying their hand at drawing and painting whilst exploring nature. The club meet outdoors on the 4th Saturday of each month and offer online sessions on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Find out more on Instagram and Facebook: @naturejournalclub. hunterregion Readers are encouraged to check with organisers that events/meetings are proceeding as advertised here. Public Health Orders may force events to be postponed or cancelled. To have a free community notice published in next month’s issue of The Local email your details to admin@ hunterlocal.com.au or post to PO Box 130, Lambton 2299 by 15th of the month. Notices may be edited or omitted due to space limitations.
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HOBBIES & INTERESTS
HUNTER REGION FIELD NATURALISTS & NATURE JOURNALING CLUB
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HUNTER VIEW CLUB “Voice, Interests and Education of Women” in conjunction with the Smith Family we support Learning for Life Students, of disadvantaged Australian Children to create a better future. We meet at 10am on the 4th Wednesday of every month at Club Charlestown, 5 Lincoln St, Charlestown. We would like to extend an invitation to ladies to come along to listen to interesting guest speakers, enjoy morning tea, lunch and social activities. Contact Suzanne 0417 230 149.
SENIORS GROUPS
4952 3685 or Des 4955 5052.
PILATES FOR SENIORS Improve your balance, your core strength and your mobility with pilates. Especially through Winter it’s important to remain active. A weekly chair-based Pilates class for Seniors is held at the Jesmond Park Uniting Church Hall at 15 Robert Street Jesmond at 11am on Thursdays. The class is approved by NSW Health as a Falls Prevention Program. Cost per class $12. For more information contact Jen Shaddock at STABLE Pilates on 0432 655 013 or visit www.chairpilates.com.au
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Interested in playing cards? Canasta is a great social game and is played every Thursday from 9.00 am to 12.30 pm at 18 Morehead
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WARATAH COMBINED PROBUS CLUB This is an invitation to join Waratah Combined Probus Club, where fun, friendship and fellowship are important. For further information please phone Robert Budden president on 4967 2290
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LADIES PROBUS CLUB OF NEW LAMBTON Are you recently retired or semi-retired and looking for a friendly group of ladies to share activities and social outings with? Our Club has vacancies for new members. Our monthly activities include active and interesting walks, book club, movies/theatre/shows, day trips, birthday lunches and a monthly meeting with guest speaker on the fourth Monday at Central Charlestown Leagues Club. If this like something you would like to be a contact Eileen at eileencampbell46@yahoo.com. au or on 0428 991 184.LAMBTON SENIORS GROUP St, Lambton. Nola BEL AIR VIEW CLUB Bel Air View Club meets on the third Monday of each month at South Leagues Club 46 Llewellyn St Merewether at 10.30 am. Visitors and new members are warmly welcomed to join for friendship and interesting guest speakers and to help support The Smith Family’s Learning for Life program which assists young Australians experiencing disadvantage to create a better future for themselves through education. For further information please phone Gillian on 49635655 or email gillian.cranston@bigpond.com Readers are encouraged to check with organisers that events/meetings are proceeding as advertised here. Public Health Orders may force events to be postponed or cancelled. To have a free community notice published in next month’s issue of The Local email your details to admin@ hunterlocal.com.au or post to PO Box 130, Lambton 2299 by 15th of the month. Notices may be or omitted due to space limitations.
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NEWCASTLE LADIES PROBUS Newcastle Ladies Probus meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 10.30 at Wests in Newcastle. We are a friendly group and we welcome new members. We have interesting guest speakers at our monthly meetings and other social activities which include coffee mornings, lunches, a walking group, visits to places such as museums, Maitland Art Gallery. For more information contact Margaret 0417 663 064 or Sandra 0438 622 608.
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