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From the editor After COVID-19 played havoc with Anzac Day services throughout the nation in 2020, it will be nice to acknowledge our “heroes” more prominently this weekend. I remember being woken up by my daughter Montana in the early hours of 25 April last year. Due to the nation-wide lockdown, and unable to honour the “fallen” in the traditional circumstances, people came up with unique ideas to commemorate the occasion. So, we rugged up on a chilly morning, lit a couple of candles and stood in our driveway at the crack of dawn to pay our respects. And, it was terrific to see a number of neighbours doing the same thing. Thankfully, this time around, it won’t be such a dramatic way to mark the juncture. Anzac Day is a national day of remembrance that broadly celebrates all Australians and New Zealanders “who served and died in all wars, conflicts and peacekeeping operations”. So, on Sunday, spend at least a few minutes to say “thank you” to our soldiers, past and present. Lest we forget. You'll find a story on Anzac Day on page 10. Until next week, keep smiling. - Rod Thompson

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news Wheels in motion for Fernleigh Track’s FAST addition towards Murrays Beach While it might not be time to saddle up just yet, work on the Fernleigh Track extension has begun. Known as the Fernleigh Awabakal Shared Track (FAST), the project will eventually form a 27 kilometre shared pathway between Adamstown and Murrays Beach. The first stage of the $12 million project, including the construction of 1.6 kilometres of a 3 metre-wide pathway on the eastern side of the Pacific Highway, began last week, with initial works located between Hilda Street at Belmont South and Awabakal Avenue at Blacksmiths. The addition will ultimately connect with the region’s most iconic pathway, the Fernleigh Track – the former Belmont Railway line used for coal haulage and passenger transport until 1991. Named after the Fernleigh Colliery, a coalmine located in the area between 1922 and 1932, the track has undertaken several facelifts over the years. Bus stop upgrades, installation of a barrier separating track users from vehicles and a formalised on-road cycle lane for accomplished

cyclists will be included in the latest addition. Lake Macquarie Mayor Kay Fraser said that once finished, FAST would provide a missing link between the Fernleigh Track and Blacksmiths to Murrays Beach, creating the longest continuous active transport route in the Hunter Region. “This will be an iconic piece of infrastructure, taking in the spectacular Belmont Lagoon and recognising the area’s rich cultural heritage,” Cr Fraser said. The project is partly funded under the NSW Government’s Regional Growth – Environment and Tourism Fund. Parliamentary Secretary for the Hunter Taylor Martin said more than $300 million had been invested through the fund to support NSW projects that enhanced local tourism. “The FAST project will create an iconic tourism drawcard, it will highlight the area’s natural beauty and it will recognise the deep cultural significance of Belmont Lagoon and surrounding areas,” Mr Martin said.

The new instalment of the Fernleigh Awabakal Shared Track is set to be utilised by riders, walkers and runners of all ages across the city. Photo: Peter Stoop

Work on the southern section will take place 7am-6pm Monday-Friday, and 8am-1pm on Saturdays. Southbound traffic along the Pacific Highway will be limited to one lane with a reduced 40km/h speed limit during works periods. Lake Macquarie City Council Deputy CEO Tony Farrell said the southern section was expected to be complete in mid-2022, with the entire track expected to be finished by September 2023. Go to lakemac.com.au for more information. - Rebecca Riddle

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businesses, inject money into the economy, create new jobs and drive growth. “Universal companies have shown renewed interest in regional NSW off the back of our strong response to the COVID-19 pandemic. “And, we’re already hearing from some looking to expand operations locally and invest in our technology.” Over the two days, the delegates received a taste of the cutting-edge work being undertaken by BAE Systems on the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, the ground-breaking research into the critical minerals industry at NIER, a sneak peak of LAVO’s world-first integrated hybrid hydrogen battery at Ampcontrol and the premier manufacturing and viticulture industries of the Hunter. “Since September 2018, the NSW Government’s targeted regional investment attraction strategy has

Dr Gregory Wilson makes an address to ambassadors from 14 European countries at the CSIRO Energy Centre at Mayfield. Photo: Peter Stoop

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Dr Pheobe Everingham and Sinead Francis-Coan launched Go Circular Tourism Newcastle with the help of Muurrung Marai tour guide Amos. Photo: Peter Stoop

Dr Phoebe Everingham and Newcastle Greens candidate Sinead Francis-Coan are fast becoming the city’s off the beaten track tour taste-testers. Combining their extensive overseas travel experience with insider local knowledge, the pair is hoping to promote sustainable, ethical tourism through their small business ‘Go Circular Tourism Newcastle’. The niche business will focus on promoting groups within Newcastle that are environmentally friendly and promote sustainable, ethical practices. “It’s a shout-out to the people we see doing tourism in a positive way,” Ms Francis-Coan said. “Tourism is an educational and transformational opportunity and we’d like to support local groups who are promoting that.” The pair’s first review submission was for Muurrung Marai, an Indigenous-led tour taking in some of the city’s significant Aboriginal sites. “Muurrung Marai is highly recommended for anyone looking to reconnect with themselves, with local history, with nature, or simply a good day out,” Ms Francis-Coan said. Muurung Marai not only marks the start of Go Circular Tourism Newcastle, but also a sharing of

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cover story A time to pause and reflect, Veteran says While Anzac Day ceremonies will look different across the region in 2021, residents have been encouraged to commemorate in any way they can this Sunday 25 April. The COVID-19 pandemic has put restrictions on many events, with some even being cancelled. Newcastle’s Dawn Service and United Commemorative Service will still go ahead but are invite-only and the main service will not include a march. While there has been some community backlash surrounding these decisions, Veteran and City of Newcastle RSL Sub-Branch president Peter Green OAM says the region should still pay its respects. “For me it’s that opportunity to pause and reflect on the service of so many who have made such a sacrifice and paid such a price so we could live as we do,” he said. “It is an honour to be able to do it – for starters it is great to be alive because unfortunately there are many others who did not get to live the rest of their lives out, they died so we could live ours.” He adds that expectations for Anzac Day appear to be high in 2021.

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“I think the expectation for this year is far greater than 2020 because Anzac Day occurred during an actual lockdown where you had to remain at home except for one of four reasons and attending a service was not on the list,” he said. “So, we all commemorated at home at the end of our driveway as we were permitted, but the difference this year is that the restrictions appear to be less but the requirement to keep the community safe from transmission is just as high.” Current Army Reservist Sosefo ‘Sef’ Puliuvea believes the pandemic cannot stop our duty to pay our respects. “The restrictions don't prevent the respect and need we have to honour the fallen and our current serving members who are right now serving overseas while we are standing here with freedom,” he said. “I am happy to have my kids here growing up because it is such a nice country and everyone wants to come here for that very reason and the Anzacs have built that spirit and have made it all safe for us.” To commemorate the day, the City of Newcastle

Sosefo Puliuvea, Stephen Finney OAM, Patricia Gordon and Peter Green OAM at Civic Park. Photo: Peter Stoop

RSL Sub-Branch encourages residents to place a tribute on your local war memorial, listen to the Dawn Service on ABC1233 from 5am and participate in the Light Up the Dawn initiative. Go to newcastleweekly.com.au for an extended version of the story. - Elizabeth Symington

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news Waratah Brass bands hit right note on national stage Waratah Brass Newcastle recently hit the right note at the Australian National Online Festival of Bands. The oldest continually operating community brass band in the Hunter was awarded the highest honours at the event. Waratah Brass secured two platinum and two gold awards in the B grade section, while the junior, learner and recreational players of the local organisation, the Waratah Brass Academy Band, returned home with another couple of golds in D grade. “We’re extremely proud of their achievements over the Easter weekend and the accolades received from all over the world for their musical proficiency and community spirit,” Waratah Brass Newcastle president Darren Nichols said. “The Australian National Band

Championships were to be originally staged in Newcastle and would have seen brass and concert bands from throughout the country descend on the Civic Theatre and Town Hall to compete for national titles in various sections and grades. “However, the organisers, the Band Association of NSW and the National Band Council of Australia decided last year to cancel the live in-person competition and morphed the program into an online music festival, which was live-streamed by the Brassbanned website to an international audience.” The Australian National Online Festival of Bands featured 70 outfits in a wonderful show of resilience and commitment. “All bands are community-based organisations with non-professional

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musicians who dedicate their time and skill to hours of practice, rehearsal and fundraising each week,” Mr Nicholls said. “Waratah Brass has held the title of national B grade champions since 2019 when they won the crown in Brisbane. “They’ve competed at the top of this grade for several years. “The band is also the current state and East Coast champions in this section.

“It’s an amazing result for Waratah Brass who consistently delivers music at the highest standard locally and on the national and international stage. “It was great to see the Waratah Brass Academy Band shine on their Australian debut, too.” In the meantime, the bands will present a concert at the Warners Bay Theatre on Sunday 2 May from 1.30pm. Tickets are available at the door. - Rod Thompson

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Football fan revved up for Knights Rescue Rally debut Proud Novocastrian Carly Moncrieff is revved up to make a mark in the inaugural Knights Rescue Rally. The new four-day fun-filled car trek – from 5 to 8 May, in support of both the Newcastle Knights and Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service (WRHS), will see participants drive from Newcastle to Wagga Wagga visiting beautiful country locations like Mudgee, Bathurst, Carcoar, Sofala, Parkes and West Wyalong. Many of the towns along the route are home to gold, copper and coal mining operations that are a big part of the local economy and community, just like here in the Hunter. The expedition also coincides with the Knights’ NRL showdown with the Canberra Raiders in Wagga Wagga on Saturday 8 May. For Carly, the event is set to be the

adventure of a lifetime. “This is my first rally, so it’s very exciting,” she said. “I’m an avid Knights fan – I’ve been barracking for them since I was six years old. “And, the business I work for (Quarry Mining and Construction Equipment Pty Ltd) is heavilyinvolved in supporting the WRHS. “So, I guess, it’s two-for-one for me; I’ve got the best of both worlds.” Carly is now busily preparing her own car for the journey. “I’ve got a Kia Stinger,” she said. “So, I’m probably driving that [at this point of time]. “It’s a bit of a beast, but it’ll be nice for this event.” Participants will stop into wineries, quaint country cafes and pubs. They’ll also don their best Elvis

Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service chief executive Richard Jones and avid Newcastle Knights fan Carly Moncrieff are looking forward to the inaugural Knights Rescue Rally next month. Photo: Rod Thompson

suits ready for a night out in Parkes. The escapade then culminates in Wagga Wagga for the NRL fixture, with the rally-goers enjoying many activities including a pre-match dinner with ex-players and coaching staff, before watching the game with some special country hospitality. “I want to raise as much money as I can,” Carly told the Newcastle Weekly.

“I’m keen to just be a part of this wonderful cause – and to help the community.” WRHS CEO Richard Jones added he was “extremely happy” to witness the launch, with the support of event partners Ampcontrol, NSW Mining and BJ Howes. Register your crew at events. rescuehelicopter.com.au - Rod Thompson

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Welcome to talented artist International visual and street artist Goya Torres recently relocated permanently to Lake Macquarie from Mexico. As a warm welcome, she has put on an exhibition at the Toronto Library (corner of Brighton Avenue and Pemell Street), as part of the Launchpad program, from now until 25 June. 'Ouvre' compiles a substantial body of work by Goya constituting her artist vision and style, a result of her past 10 years in Australia as a professional artist. The exhibition showcases a mix of original paintings, print-making pieces and 3D work. Goya is also a muralist with 25 murals under her belt and counting. She has also been involved in group exhibitions, live-painting events, street-art festivals, mural and public art projects in Australia, Mexico, Latino-America, USA, United Kingdom and Europe.

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Something for everyone The Women’s Shed on the Lake is hosting a Mother’s Day Market on Friday 30 April from 10am until 1pm at the Baptist Church Hall (64 Queen Street, Warners Bay). Members of the public are invited to attend. There’ll be a variety of different stalls and while you are browsing the array of gifts, morning tea will be available. For further information, phone 0458 407 749.

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The Valentine Men’s Probus Club is inviting new members to the organisation. It meets on the fourth Monday of the month starting at 10am. Valentine’s logo is “The Young at Heart, Friendly, Fun Club” and we would love you to come along as a guest to one of our meetings. Go to valentineprobus.au2.com for more.

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Autumn fair to bring new twist to May Day tradition Come one, come all to the Lake Mac Autumn Fair. The event – from 9am at Speers Point Park on Saturday 1 May – is an exciting new twist on an old tradition. It will draw on the customs of the May Day Fair, which has been hosted in the UK for hundreds of years. And, now, imported into Australia by UK migrants and still popular throughout the country, fairs remain a popular treat at school fetes and community events. The Speers Point Park festivities next month will combine the fair tradition with a full program of entertainment, a range of food and beverage stalls, to make it interesting for the entire family. Coordinated by the Rotary clubs of Warners Bay, Cardiff and Toronto Sunrise, it represents a modern direction for the organisation, with several parties working together to host an event bigger than any of them could manage on their own. “I’ve been really impressed by the way the whole community and local groups have got

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behind the concept of the fair,” organiser and Rotary Club of Warners Bay president Barry Knowles said. “They’ve really dived in and participated. “Services, local charities, schools, Girl Guides, council – everyone. “I think it is going to be a great success. Let’s just hope the weather gets in the spirit, too.” Knowles said there would be a range of “traditional” fair-style games. “For example, we’ll have a coconut shy, quoits, duck fishing and cans knock-off, combined with less traditional ones like a dunny roll toss,” he told the Newcastle Weekly. “The police will conduct a fitness test, the NSW RFS will run an obstacle course and give people the chance to experience smokey conditions in a fire. “For the smaller children, there’ll be face painting, a scavenger hunt and train rides around the park. “One of the most popular activities is expected to be the petting zoo, where kids can get close

Pam Dean-Jones (Rotary Club of Toronto Sunrise), Barry Knowles (Rotary Club of Warners Bay), Clown Doctors’ representative Tricia Fortier and Gary Appleby (Rotary Club of Cardiff) are ready for the Lake Mac Autumn Fair. Photo: Peter Stoop

to an alpaca, calf, goats, sheep, pony, chickens, rabbits and guinea pigs. “Marine Rescue will provide boat rides on the lake and Joy Air will offer a trip in a sea-plane. “To add to all this, we’ll have a big bouncy castle, giant slide, mini golf, a swing ride, bumper balls and so much more.” He believes it will be an event the community will not want to miss. - Rod Thompson

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Youth to take to the stage during Young Champions The Lake Macquarie Music Society (LMMS) is gearing up to present its first performance for 2021. Young Champions will take place at the Warners Bay Theatre, located in John Street, on Saturday 24 April from 2pm. “We’re delighted to stage a concert of fine young musicians,” LMSS president Mercia Buck said. “Each year we find a large pool of talent emerging from the excellent studios and schools of the Hunter, as well as Sydney. “They are winners from the 2019 Lake Macquarie Eisteddfod, the 2020 MTA Scholarships and 2020 HSC High Achievers. “They’re our future in the music industry and we treasure them greatly.” Among the performers are: Pianists: Kristen Emseis, Peter Hyslop, Markus Lim, Carlie Ng, Eva Reimann Vocalists: Kirsten Busby, Miles Punch, Layla Rose Schillert, Farin Siddique, Lily Szabo Violinists: Dimitri He, Nicole Nelmes

Bassist: Oskar Sutherland Nicole Nelmes began violin studies at age six with Amanda Gibson and is approaching her final Suzuki examinations. Her music has taken her to Japan, The UK and throughout much of Australia. Merewether High School Year 9 student Markus Lim has been learning piano since the age of nine with Helen Smith. He was a High Achiever in the Lake Macquarie Eisteddfod and he aims to teach piano one day – and, perhaps, get into medical school. Oskar Sutherland learns the double bass from Heather Price. He is a Year 12 student at The Hunter School of Performing Arts and is completing his Diploma in Music Industry through the Newcastle Cathedral College of Music, too. Oskar is also a member of the Peter Seymour Orchestra as a part of Sydney Youth Orchestra. Farin Siddique studies singing with Heather Price. She completed her HSC at Merewether

Merewether High School Year 9 student Markus Lim.

High School in 2020 – and received a successful nomination for the Reprise 2021 Concert, and an encore nomination for her HSC music performance. Farin is now studying Biomedical Science at the University of Newcastle and plans to further develop her skills in singing. Entry is $20. Email mbuck@exemail.com.au for more information. - Rod Thompson

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Boom Crash Opera to present Kick it Out in Newcastle this June.

Boom Crash Opera is set to hit the Hunter this June. The iconic Australian pop rock band is expected to relive some of the hits that made it one of the country’s most loved bands in the ’80s and ’90s. The Kick It Out Live 2021 tour will see them perform hits, gems and rarities in both electric and acoustic

mode, across a string of venues around the country. Lead vocalist Dale Ryder has reunited with the band, gracing the stages of Red Hot Summer and other festivals, thrilling fans with their iconic tracks Onion Skin, Dancing In the Storm, Get Out of the House and Best Thing along with other favourites.

On this tour, Dale, Peter ‘Maz’ Maslen (Drums/Vocals), Peter Farnan (Guitar/Vocals) and John Favaro (Bass/Vocals) are making plans to delve into their back catalogue and more to work up obscurities and deep album cuts for the fans. With five original studio albums to choose from, Boom Crash Opera, These Here Are Crazy Times, Fabulous Beast, Born and Gizmo Mantra, as well as their acclaimed acoustic album Dancing In the Storm audiences “are in for a treat”, Peter Farnan said. Promoters of the one-off event are assuring fans that Boom Crash Opera has never been in finer form. The band will be performing at the Mezz Bar in Wallsend on Friday 11 June. Go to boomcrashopera. com for more information. - Rebecca Riddle

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TAI CHI QI GONG CLASSES: at Merewether Surf Life Saving Club every Tuesday and Thursday at 10.30am. Experience many health benefits of this gentle exercise overlooking ocean views upstairs function room at the MSLC. Suitable for all ages. For more information, phone Lyndall on 0418 486 596. HUNTER VALLEY SINGLE SOCIAL CLUB OVER 50: Come join us for company and friendships for singles over 50, with evening outings, cinema nights, luncheons, morning teas, picnics and BBQs along with other social outings. We meet on the first Sunday of the month at Polish Hall, Grant Street, Maitland, from 10am until noon. WANGI WANGI VIEW CLUB: Meets on the second Monday of each month at Wangi RSL Club, 275 Watkins Road, Wangi Wangi, at 10am for 11am meeting. New members and visitors warmly welcomed. Guest speakers, special events and a friendly group of women who support The Learning For Life Program run by The Smith Family. For more information contact Lynda on 0400 472 877 or lyndamp13@gmail.com FLORA OF THE HUNTER REGION: Endemic Tress and Larger Shrubs: featuring plates from the book by Stephen Bell, Christine Rockley and Anne Llewellyn. This is a travelling exhibition of the Newcastle Museum now at Brough House, 73

Bulgarian Choir and The Renaissance Players, on major national and international stages, they collectively bring an extraordinary depth of experience to their music.

Church Street, Maitland. Exhibition hours: 10am3pm Saturdays and Sundays from now until 30 May. Admission: $5. As a part of the exhibition, we will be offering a botanical drawing workshop with Gillian Hewitt, Imaginaturalist, for older children and adults on Saturday 17 April from 10am-noon, $25 per head. Proceeds to the artist and a small part to FOGH and MRM.

WILLIAM THE FOURTH: Enjoy a cruise on Newcastle Harbour aboard William the Fourth on Saturday 24 April. However, bookings are essential. You can take part in a Morning Tea on the Harbour with a 1.5-hour cruise departing at 10.30am. Or, relax and relish in a special afternoon tea and a 1.5-hour cruise, which departs from 1.30pm. Book online at trybooking. com/eventlist/williamthefourth or visit the website at williamthefourth.org

BELMONT COUNTRY WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION MARKETS: Are on again this month on Thursday 22 April from 8.30am until 1pm at Lake Macquarie Centre, Wilsons Road, Mount Hutton. A selection of jams and relishes, cakes and slices will be available as well as a variety of handicrafts. Call in and get that special present for Mother’s Day.

JANE AUSTEN SOCIETY HUNTER: Will meet on Saturday 24 April from 2pm. Will the real Mr Collins Please Stand Up? Members are set to give short talks on the character many readers love to hate, from the point of view of other characters. Hunter Multicultural Communities John Gebhardt Centre, 2a Platt Street, Waratah. Entry is $5. Registration required at janeaustensocietyhunter@gmail.com. Also find us on Facebook or contact 4929 1353.

CHAIKA: The exquisite sounds of Chaika return to Newcastle on Friday 23 April, from 8pm, at The Base (formerly The Black Malabar and Church of Groove). Tickets, $30 each, on sale now through trybooking.com/BOPSZ. Doors open from 7.30pm, with the show starting at 8pm. Formed of six musicians who have, between them, written for and performed with such artists as Monsieur Camembert, Nahko and Medicine for the People, Nicky Bomba, Riley Lee, Mara! & the Martenitsa Choir, The Song Company, The Rhythm Hunters, Kevin James, Baby et Lulu, Great Waitress, The London

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Travellers encouraged to eat sustainably on the road One positive to come out of the pandemic is that Australians have taken to the roads to explore their own backyards a little more. Some camp, others stay in motels and those who have them, caravan. But one thing we often don’t think about is how we collect and consume food on our travels. In a bid to create an industry that champions sustainability two Newcastle-based companies have come together to create food boxes that are perfect for travelling. Newcastle-based online grocery store Your Food Collective creates the boxes while Camplify, the country’s largest caravan, campervan and motorhome sharing community, supports the business and shares their message of sustainability with its travellers. All sourced directly from the farms of local producers, the ‘taste of freedom’ collection includes boxes for a perfect campfire meal. “It is incredibly important to eat sustainably because it is better for us nutritionally and one of the most powerful ways we can improve our environmental impact and it just tastes better and it feels good,” Your Food Collective cofounder Lauren Branson said. “When you are out camping or caravanning you can come back to what’s really important, and that’s simple and sustainable ingredients. “The more of us who can get out

and explore the more appreciation we will have for the effort that goes into growing it. “We are trying to make it as easy as possible for people to get through the week and save the planet. “By partnering with Camplify we’re helping people [do that].” Former contestants on Channel 9's The Block, Karstan and Maxine Smith love to take the boxes on their road trips. “We try to keep it really simple when it comes to cooking on the road, and we always look to support local producers as we drive through towns,” Max said. “The getaway favourites from Camplify and Your Food Collective are ideal, as we know where the food comes from and it also makes cooking on the road so much more convenient, not to mention, extremely delicious,” Karstan added. Lauren says they have a variety of options to suit everyone’s needs, from breakfast boxes, fruit and vegetable collections to more fancy offerings like boxes that include cheese, olives and crackers. Camplify CEO Justin Hales said the partnership was a “no brainer”. “Your Food Collective believes in everything we wish to communicate to van owners and holidaymakers alike,” he said. “Our hope is that the [boxes] that have been created inspire people to live on fresh, delicious food that has

been grown on healthy land as they road trip. “We want to encourage those who book through Camplify to consider where the food they eat comes from and the impact it has on the world, this starts with partnering with businesses whose mission it is to educate

people on how they can accessibly do their bit for the environment as individuals.” For Aussies eager to hit the road, you can book your wheels at camplify. com.au and shop the travel boxes at yourfoodcollective.com. - Elizabeth Symington

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Autumn hues in full bloom It’s hard to believe we are already in the second month of autumn and the weather is certainly up and down, cold, wet, then warm and sunny again. April is a pleasant time to garden and to take advantage of the growing period still available before the real chill of winter sets in. There is still time to apply lawn food, too. Don’t wait, we have had nice rain to green up the grass and it will help to throw lime around lightly to sweeten the soils for lawns. I am always amazed each year

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The Full Moon on 27 April warns you to be careful in all financial, contractual, and legal matters. You might feel the need to receive more evidence of love, to spend more time with your loved ones and to discard unimportant or difficult things.

The Full Moon on 27 April indicates that children or teenagers could be a source of frustration and you will need to work off any annoyance with some elbow grease. Entertainment and social activities could be increasing and activities on the home front are also likely to keep you busy.

The Full Moon on 27 April falls directly in your financial zone warning you to be very careful in all monetary dealings. Something on a property basis might need repairs that could be costly. Be wary of minor differences with a loved one becoming blown out of proportion.

Short trips that lead to happy meetings are highly favoured. The Full Moon on 27 April indicates you need to watch your words, because as quickly as you open your mouth, you seem prone to offend somebody. A close relative could teach you a thing or two about your joint finances.

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The Full Moon on 27 April falls directly in your own sign creating a tense time on the emotional front. It’s high time you had a good talk with your partner to resolve any tensions or frustrations in a loving manner. Take time to relax and refresh.

When it comes to your future goals, listen to your instincts or intuition. Material rewards could be on the horizon. The Full Moon on 27 April puts you in a go-ahead mood career wise, however you need to be careful of acting impulsively and stepping on toes of important people.

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Entertainment and social activities with good friends will come your way this week. The Full Moon on 27 April puts you in an edgy mood and other people’s anxieties will have a way of rubbing off on you. So, if you want peace, try to steer clear of moaners.

The Full Moon on 27 April indicates that you long for freedom, romance or the perfect excuse to be yourself but the chores and responsibilities keep piling up and calling your name. Be sure to take time for some recreational or social activities. Travel plans could cross your mind.

TAURUS 21 APR – 21 MAY The Full Moon on 27 April is a strange time with relationships and you are likely to lose your patience with your loved ones. Sudden changes connected to your work area could occur. The key to this situation is adaptation, otherwise the changes could be very hard to accept.

GEMINI 22 MAY – 21 JUNE The Full Moon on 27 April indicates that old grievances and resentments are likely to cause havoc unless you address them. You might be extra busy with friends or charitable activities, potentially connected to your work or business. Useful news could reach you about your position in the community.

The Full Moon on 27 April indicates you need to be careful how you handle things on the domestic front, as it appears you may not be prepared to accept anyone else’s point of view but your own! It could be time for a more philosophical outlook on life.

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0412 661 106

NW00182

HUNTER VALLEY

Call ALAN WRIGHT 0412 782 202

Household Repairs and Maintenance

Handyman Dave

Licence No: 167510c

ANTENNAS

Free Quotes • 30 years experience • pensioner discounts • all areas

• Full bathroom renovation from start to finish • Small renovations, decks and patios

NW0467

FREE QUOTE

CARPENTRY DECKING

HUNTER BUILDING AND BATHROOMS RENOVATIONS

Servicing Newcastle and Lake Mac region

NW0449

NBB Nathan Brown Building

REFRIGERATION & AIR CONDITIONING

NW0013

*NEW HOMES extensions renovations *Maintenance *all aspects of building

• Plans to Council • Gable Carports • Awnings • Screen Enclosures • Glass Rooms • Decks • Deal directly with the Builder/Owner

Call 0409 854 388

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BUILDERS D + J MILLER CONSTRUCTIONS

AIR CONDITIONING SERVICES GET YOUR HOME SUMMER READY

NW0698

Retaining Walls • Fences • New Homes

30 30 30 30 30 30 30 31 31 31 31 31

Gyprocking Handyman Home Maintenance Hot Water Landscaping & Design Painting Plumbing & Gasfitting Roofing Rubbish Removals Tiling Tree Services

BRICKLAYERS

NW0997

Air Conditioning Services Antennas Awnings Bathroom Renovations Bricklayers Builders Carpenters & joiners Computer Repairs Concreting Doors Electrical Gardening Guttering

Air conditioning: • Supply • Installation • Servicing

Contact 0413 017 353 E Julie.h@newcastleweekly.com.au

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Contact 0413 017 353 E Julie.h@newcastleweekly.com.au

Trades & Services Guide GUTTERING

PRO-CONCRETING

CARDIFF GUTTERING SPECIALIST

• Repairs or renewal • Leaf & Bird Proofing • Gutter Cleaning • Stormwater drainage

GYPROCKING

GYPROCK AND PLASTERING

– NO JOB TOO SMALL –

PHONE MICK 0419 977 039 Lic 251316c

GYPROCKING • • • •

Over 30 years experience No job to small Free no obligation quote

New Work Renovations Pre Paint Repairs Small jobs

PAINTING

Highly Decorated

LIC NO. 77284C

ALL WORK GUARANTEED • FREE QUOTES • ALL AREAS

Painting Services

Prompt • Pristine • Professional

Lawn mowing • Pruning Hedging • Weed spraying • Garden Care • Friendly service & very reliable.

NW0303

Jeff Baran 0402 902 377

CALL Robert 0449 019 166 Nathan 0431 754 132

Alexander Handyman Services • No job to big or too small • Residential and Commercial • Specialising in Home sale Preparation

Jeff Alexander

ph. 0448 980 180 or 02 4945 1465 NW0504

jeffreywalexander@hotmail.com

jack_shaz@bigpond.com

HOME MAINTENANCE

Email: HighlyDecorated@yahoo.com Website: highlydecoratedpainting.com NW0088

JACKS ALL THINGS GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING

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FREE QUOTES

Interior + exterior painting + decorating

GARDENING

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Specialising in: • Retaining Walls and • Decking • Paving • Fencing

Call Mike 0413 686 757

HANDYMAN

LAWN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Dezigna Retaining Walls www.dezignaretainingwalls.com

Pensioner discounts

Call Bill 0401 624 029

“Reliable & On-Time”

Jack 0427 807 930

Licence No L13318

NW0046

ELECTRICAL

• Large garden clean-ups • Green waste taken away • Truck and Dingo available to cart or shift soil, or both • Honest, reliable, old fashioned service • Turf laying • 10% Pensioner Rebate where applicable

Hot Water Systems | Gas and Electric

• Blocked Drains • Hot Water Systems • Water Jetter • Drain Camera • Maintenance • Renovations • Diagnostic Expert

Patch-up specialists.

www.justsliders.com.au www.justsliders.com.au

Licenced Electrician Quality Work Guaranteed Pensioner Discounts

NW1100

Qualified in all aspects of

02 4023 7547 02 4023 7547

24 Hour Service

LANDSCAPING & DESIGN

MG PLASTERING Sliding Door, Window & Wardrobe Repairs Sliding Door, Window & Wardrobe Repairs

Newcastle

• Roof replacements • Leak repairs • No job too small • Free quotes - pensioner rates

Call Terry 4954 0309 or 0414 540 309

DOORS

0415 333 883

NW0253

proconcrete@hotmail.com

Call Alan

ABN 55757066216 Work up to $5000

PAINTER HANDYman • Quality Work • Pensioner Discounts • Dulux Paint Specialist • Low Rates Over 30 Years Painting Experience

0402 923 984 OR 4955 4677 Lic No: 18545C

Keith Minton

BOOK YOUR AD SPACE Call Julie on 0413 017 353 or email Julie.h@newcastleweekly.com.au

NW0058

Lic No: 132271C

0410 312 247

Lic L10548

Mick Dunley

NW0985

No job too big or too small - Service & quality guaranteed - Free Quotes 44 years experience - Servicing Lake Macquarie & Newcastle areas

Cherry Plumbing

NW0062

D R I V E W AY S P E C I A L I S T - A L L A S P E C T S O F C O N C R E T I N G • STAMPED • STENCILLED • COLOURED • PLAIN EXPOSED AGG • SLABS • PATIOS • POOL SURROUNDS • RESURFACING

HOT WATER

NW0341

CONCRETING

Contact 0413 017 353 E Julie.h@newcastleweekly.com.au

Trades & Services Guide

Newcastle

REPAIRS

24 Hour Service • Blocked Drains • Hot Water Systems • Water Jetter • Drain Camera • Maintenance • Renovations • Diagnostic Expert

No Job Too Small Free Measure & Quote

Call Mark Kehoe

NW0085-V2

NW0054

Service guaranteed Ph Shane 4959 6091 Mob 0410 564 044

• METAL ROOFING SPECIALIST • FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED • NEW GUTTERING INSTALLATION • QUALITY BLUESCOPE STEEL • PROFESSIONAL SERVICE • CUSTOM FOLDED FLASHINGS • LEAF PROTECTION

Newcastle Weekly competition winners

E HUNTER

40 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE NO JOB TOO SMALL OR LARGE

Mobile: 0408 681 866 Phone Ian: 4948 6551 benny57@bigpond.net.au

Book your advert on 0413 017 353

NW1293

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Ph Scott: 0402 225 341

NW0052

ASK FOR LICENCE TILER, BE SURE Wall & Floor, Bathrooms, All Tiling Repairs, Kitchens, Patios, Large Floor Areas ◆ ALL WORK GUARANTEED ◆ 7 DAYS ◆ NO JOB TOO SMALL ◆ FREE QUOTES

• Stump service • Free quotes • Pensioner discounts • Fully insured • All tree work & pruning • Arborist • Prompt reliable service

Lic No. 177893C

• All roof repairs & renewal

Neil: 4945 8923 or 0438 506 949 Mark: 0424 275 386

---------- Palm & Hedge Trimming Specialist ----------

TILING

• No job too big or small • Quality tradesman

• Free prompt no obligation quotes • Fully Insured • Site cleaned • Reliable service • Hedge Trimming • Wood chipping • Pensioner rebates • Stump grinding

BTS TREE SERVICES

TILING

RIGHT AS RAIN ROOFING

A Serving TH

Lic L10548

FREE QUOTES!

0412 510 111 or 4933 5280

TREE SERVICES

Tree Lopping specialists

•All areas •All kinds of rubbish •7 Day Service •All removed •Prompt Reliable Service •In Business 26 years

ROOFING

0414 582 337

LTITUDE

RUBBISH REMOVAL

NW0063

4954 0309 • 0414 540 309

Lic no 112440c

Quality Workmanship in all aspects of Tiling, Bathrooms, Renovations, Floors, Kitchens, Patios Etc.

NW1400-V8

Phone Terry Slupik - All areas

Lic No: 261305C

Presentation Plus

NW0923

Dennis 0412 453 317

PLUMBING

EMAIL: oziwirooﬁ ng@gmail.com

Rebedding and Pointing work Box Gutters and Flashings Chimney removals Valley Replacements Whirlybirds Installed

RUBBISH REMOVALS

PLUMBING GAS GUTTERING UNBLOCK SEWERS/STORM WATER DRAINS ALL TYPES OF HOT WATER SYSTEMS REPLACED

www.oziwi.com.au

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Licence No. 12585DC ABN: 80 359 814 572

Lic. No. 73493C

Licence No L13318

PHONE BRICE OR MANDY

WALL & FLOOR TILER

By Licensed Tradesman with over 45 years experience on Tile and Metal Roofing

My License is your guarantee of a QUALITY JOB

CARDIFF

0421 321 458 0416 152 422

TILING

NW1153

0415 333 883

Hot Water Systems | Gas and Electric

Big or small, we do it all!

ROOF

Call Alan

NW0341

Cherry Plumbing

ROOFING

NW0418-V17

PLUMBING & GASFITTING

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