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I know Wallsend state MP Sonia Hornery has made it a personal mission to highlight the problems – in her electorate – to Parliament.

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Even Newcastle MP Tim Crakanthorp and Maitland’s Jenny Aitchison have voiced their concerns in recent times.

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Has the NSW Government finally heard our pleas for improved policing numbers in the Hunter? Or, is crime on the rise too much for state minister David Elliott to simply disregard the issue anymore?

So, it was nice to report at the weekend that the Hunter would welcome 17 new probationary constables to the region. Surprisingly, following last Friday’s attestation ceremony at the Goulburn Police Academy, Newcastle City Police District (PD) was the big winner after being regularly ignored by the powersthat-be. Hunter Valley PD picked up a further three officers, with Lake Macquarie PD and Port Stephens-Hunter PD securing two apiece. Hopefully, moving forward, this allocation is a recurring theme, especially after the government announced it was investing $583 million to introduce 1,500 extra police over four years to enhance community safety across the state. Until next week, keep smiling. - Rod Thompson

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Foster carers wanted for city's canines Dog Rescue Newcastle makes a desperate plea for help

Occupational therapist recognised Ebony Dart named Maitland Parkinson’s Community Hero

Mother’s Day event to raise funds Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation seeks support

More buyers than homes in the Hunter

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Tim Keys and Joss Kesby ahead of the Hunter Innovation Festival. See cover story, page 13. Shot on location at Hunter Street. Photo: Peter Stoop

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news Dog Rescue Newcastle in desperate need of assistance

Former foster carer Kyle Boddan with his rescue dog Caesar. Photo: Peter Stoop

If you have room in your heart and space in your home for a canine, even just temporarily, Dog Rescue Newcastle (DRN) desperately needs your help. With private surrenders on the rise and the local pound at capacity, the team is struggling to save and look after in-need dogs and puppies across the region.

DRN volunteer and marketing manager Jesse Reinhard says they’re calling out for foster carers. “Over the past couple of weeks, we’ve noticed that we’ve been inundated with private surrender applications,” he said. “We’re receiving five to six submission per day from people who can’t keep their dogs anymore. “We’re seeing the back end of the COVID-19 adoption frenzy, where in April and May last year people were adopting dogs because of lockdown. “Now, that they’re getting back to normal and back to work we’re getting a lot of behavioural issues, it’s creating anxiety and people have realised they haven’t been doing the work and can’t commit to having a dog anymore.” He adds most people who are giving up their animals want what is best for the dog even though there are some cases involving abandonment and domestic violence. “So you pair that with what’s happening in the rental housing market, where there is such a shortage of rental accommodation not just for people but also for people with pets, it’s almost like a perfect storm of problems,” Jesse said.

“We also have the fact that RSPCA have just announced that they’re pulling out of the impoundment service.” The volunteer-run organisation is seeking solutions for what it hopes is a short-term problem. While becoming a foster carer may seem daunting, Jesse says it’s not as hard as most people think. The commitment can range from a few weeks for emergency placements to anywhere from three months to a year while you wait for the dog to be adopted. Former foster carer Kyle Boddan says it can be one of the most rewarding things you can do. “If you can handle it, why not give a dog a home until they can find someone who can adopt them?” he said. “Even if you can only do one dog, that’s one dog saved.” All the information you need to support DRN or become a foster carer can be found at dogrescuenewcastle.com.au - Elizabeth Symington

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news Hunter drenched in wettest March in 120 years: BoM March 2021 could be remembered as ‘the big wet’ in future annals. After multiple days of persistent, heavy rainfall between 17 and 26 March, much of the state was experiencing record flooding. By Wednesday 24 March in fact, the Hunter region, like much of coastal NSW and Sydney, experienced its wettest week since national daily rainfall records began in 1900. During that week of soaking, flooding occurred in most coastal catchments in New South Wales, reaching record heights on the Hastings and Manning Rivers and the Hawkesbury–Nepean catchment in Sydney – its most significant flooding for more than 30 years. New South Wales had its secondwettest day, third-wettest week and

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second-wettest March on record since 1900. Bureau of Meteorology senior climatologist Blair Trewin says the week-long rain pattern in March was “an exceptional event”. “What made it stand-out was that it was wet everywhere,” he said. “Usually it’s localised rain and flooding, like the pattern in 2015, but this time around the whole NSW coast was affected.” Mr Trewin, who has more than 23 years experience in the industry, said Newcastle Airport collected record rainfall between 17 and 26 March. “Williamtown recorded 331 millimetres over the five days,” he said. “Although it had no one day over

Flooding at Lovedale Road heading towards the Hunter Expressway on Friday 19 March. Photo: Lauren Landers

100mm, it had five consecutive days with more than 40mm, making it the highest total on record for that site.” Prior to peak rainfall on 18 March, Hunter residents were being urged by NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian to stay at home as emergency services battled to keep up with the number of calls for assistance. NSW State Emergency Services and NSW Police also followed suit, issuing several warnings about flood waters via the media.

The 2020–21 La Niña weather event also meant pre-existing soil moisture, runoff and water storage levels were higher in March 2021 than for a similar multi-day coastal rainfall event in February 2020. La Niña, Mr Trewin advises, is now at its tail end. “The outlook for winter is fairly ordinary,” he said. “Rainfall will see no significant shift and there is a 70 to 80% chance of above average temperatures.” - Rebecca Riddle

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news Unique program set to help women find their strength Helping women stand strong and realise their potential is the aim of a special martial arts program. Conducted over four weeks in May, Hunter Valley Martial Arts Centre’s Women’s Empowerment Program is for girls aged 14 and older. With four key lessons – finding your strength; finding your power and voice; building intuition and trust; and setting and maintaining boundaries – program lead Kelie Fisher says it is all about helping participants change their mindset. “Women’s self defence is more than just physical, it’s about the way you carry yourself and being able to use your voice,” Sensei Fisher said. “It’s about allowing people to see who they are and to be strong and connect with other people

so they can be the best version of themselves. “We want to teach the mental and emotional side of self defence – martial arts is for everyone.” The four-week schedule is free in celebration of Mother’s Day, it’s been adapted from a 10-week program to help women take a step forward. “I don’t think anyone is incapable of martial arts,” Sensei Fisher said. “Just have a go at it because you’ll be surprised, everyone gets something different out of it. “Mums want to be strong role models, so it is just giving it a go, it’s brave just walking through the door. “You don’t have to be brave to fight someone, it’s being brave enough to push yourself out of your comfort zone.” She adds it can change the way

Hunter Valley Martial Arts Centre’s Abi Lowe, Lesley Talbut, Anna Hayes, Kelie Fisher, Rebecca Hunt, Amber Holland and Rhianon Ross. Photo: Peter Stoop

women see themselves. “Participants can [develop] a positive body image so they change their mindset when it comes to their bodies,” she said. “I even had someone say to her legs ‘I am so sorry I have hated you for so long’ because she didn’t know how strong she was. “I think [the program] helps them

to be the best they can.” The clinics will be at five centres in Warners Bay, Redhead, Waratah, Greenhills and Morisset. Bookings are essential. Go to huntermartialarts.com.au/ mothers-month-special-event/ for more information or to book your spot. - Elizabeth Symington

news Occupational therapist’s caring ways earn Ebony ‘Community Hero’ status A “shocked” Ebony Dart has been named the 2021 Maitland Parkinson’s Community Hero. The award, presented to the local occupational therapist by the Maitland Parkinson’s Support Group (PSG), allowed everyone to commemorate April as World Parkinson’s Awareness Month, too. The program was coordinated across the state by Parkinson’s NSW, which invited its more than 90 PSGs to nominate their community heroes – individuals or organisations that have made contributions to improve the lives of people living with Parkinson’s, a progressive, degenerative condition of the central nervous system. Unfortunately, its causes are unknown – and a cure has not yet been found. Ms Dart runs the PD Warrior exercise classes at Mitchells Integrated Therapy at Maitland. “I’m very very grateful,” she said. “It’s not something that you would expect to receive for coming to work on a Monday morning and getting to engage with such a wonderful group of people.

“It is just something I enjoy doing, as well as getting the word out about Parkinson’s. “It’s not a topic that’s come to light, particularly in this area, until the past 12 months or two years. “So, I’m definitely shocked - and humbled - that coming to do something that I love can draw this sort of attention.” Ms Dart said it was an easy decision for her to become an occupational therapist. “I knew, from an early age, I wanted to do a job where I helped other people,” she added. “I’ve always had a passion for working with adults. “My company just presented me with an opportunity to go down and undertake the training to do the PD Warrior program. “Obviously, I jumped at the chance – and haven’t looked back. “It’s a fantastic initiative, along with all the people who are involved. “And, it is so rewarding. “I hope to continue doing it for a long time.”

Maitland Parkinson’s Support Group president Dr Helen Tolhurst and Maitland Parkinson’s Community Hero Ebony Dart. Photo: Rod Thompson

Maitland PSG president Dr Helen Tolhurst said Ms Dart was a worthy winner. “Ebony shows a personal interest in each of the class members,” the Maitland Citizen of the Year told the Newcastle Weekly. “She is aware of their social and economic situations and spends time – over and above – in classes assisting them with their occupational therapy and social needs.” - Rod Thompson

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Stylist Marcella Cetinich, from Valiant Interiors, has styled many homes over her career and appreciates the challenges downsizers face in selling a home they have lived in, and loved, for many years. She recommends you start with decluttering: “Clear away things that can pile up at the front door like coats, bags, shoes, umbrellas and dirty floor mats.” And as you declutter, pack away personal items like family photos, fridge magnets, your grandchildren’s artwork, nick knacks and so on. Packing and labelling these items as you declutter can also save you time as you approach moving day. So does styling your home for sale mean investing in redecorating or replacing your tired bathroom? Not necessarily however it is useful to get some independent, expert advice about how to make the most of your home. According to Cetinich, styling can be as simple as highlighting “the positives through clearing out the old and bringing in some new on-trend pieces and fresh flowers”. Even if your home is older in style, a so-called ‘renovator’s dream’,

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news Joanna, Newcastle Hunters receive worthy recognition for their efforts “They are thoroughly deserving of this prestigious award.” With those words, Wallsend state MP Sonia Hornery acknowledged both Joanna Bailey and the Newcastle Hunters group for their outstanding contributions to the electorate. The pair was presented NSW Government Community Service Awards this month for their respective involvement in the improvement of the quality of life of residents. Both recipients were nominated for their exceptional efforts in looking after numerous locals during the COVID-19 crisis in 2020. Ms Bailey received her plaudits for the assistance she provided to the community during the lockdown phase in early 2020. She helped out a number of elderly residents who were unable to get out and do the simple things, like shopping and paying bills, and undertaking regular welfare checks. All while raising her five children, working and studying at the University of Newcastle.

The Newcastle Hunters are a sporting team, which put together more than 50 grocery kits to support people who were struggling during the COVID-19 lockdowns. Club representative Juby Jacobs contacted Ms Hornery and arranged for ongoing deliveries of the packages to the office and members of the community who were struggling after losing their jobs. The organisation also raised $5,000 for bushfire relief. “Throughout this pandemic, some in our community have gone above and beyond to help those in need, or those that just needed a helping hand to get food and pay bills during long periods of isolation,” Ms Hornery said. “The NSW Government Community Service Award recognises those who lead, volunteer and contribute to their local communities. “So, Joanna and the Newcastle Hunters are prime examples of this. “The generosity and support from both of them helped many individuals and families

Sonia Hornery with members of the Newcastle Hunters.

Sonia Hornery with Craig Allan and Joanna Bailey.

during the COVID-19 lockdown. “Thank you to these community heroes for going above and beyond.” - Rod Thompson

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Scott Leggo takes a photographic journey around Australia in new book Acclaimed landscape photographer Scott Leggo has just announced a beautiful coffee table book chronicling 15 years of his efforts capturing Australia will be released in time for Christmas. The premium quality hardcover 224-page coffee table book, titled Australia – a photographic journey, will feature over 200 photos capturing the beauty, breadth and wonder of this big, wide land. With six chapters showcasing Australia’s coast, outback, country, mountains and forests, snow, and waterways, Scott said his book will highlight Australia’s diversity of landscapes. “There’s such dramatic diversity across the Australian landscape and I think a lot of people don’t appreciate how much incredible beauty Australia has on offer,” he said. Scott has travelled right across Australia – from the highest mountains in the Australian Alps to the harsh, dry deserts of Central Australia – to form his unique collection of landscape photographs. According to Scott, Australia will be ‘a musthave’ for the coffee table of “anyone who has 12

travelled across this country and for those who dream of the opportunity to experience more of its diverse landscape”. Before starting his career as a photographer, Scott was in the Air Force and spent much of his service posted to the Williamtown base just north of Newcastle. Having lived in Newcastle several times in his life, most recently just five years ago, Scott has a “great affinity” with the Hunter region. The book will feature six photographs from the Newcastle region featured in the ‘coastal’ chapter. “Newcastle’s obviously got some different types of coastal scenes … some really nice surf beaches, it’s known for some spectacular sunrises, but it’s also got some great ocean baths,” Scott said. Curating the book has been a rewarding process for Scott that has involved sifting through 15 years’ worth of photographs to create a book that at once flows well and gives an overview of Australia’s landscapes. “In any book, you can’t cover the entirety of

Orders are now being taken for Scott Leggo’s upcoming coffee table book, Australia – a photographic journey, which will be released in time for Christmas.

Australia, you can’t cover every geographic area and landscape, but what I’ve tried to do is have a sample,” he said. Scheduled for release in November, Australia is now available for pre-sale at a discounted price of $65. Books ordered for pre-sale will arrive in November 2021, in time for Christmas, and be personally signed by Scott. For more information on Scott Leggo’s Australia and to order now, visit scottleggo.com

cover story The Hunter Innovation Festival returns to region with a bang A region that puts its money where its mouth is when it comes to innovation… that’s us. Here in the Hunter, we don’t just talk the talk about making change for the better, investing in clean energies and finding new solutions to old problems. We put cold hard cash behind those words and ideas. Inspiring, supporting and funding concepts are certainly themes you’ll discover at the 2021 Hunter Innovation Festival. Event partner City of Newcastle kicked off the festival with an opening event, featuring pitches from the Youth Entrepreneurship Program dedicated to enhancing the skills and capacity of the next generation of innovators. Newcastle is also supporting innovation inspiration financially with “no strings attached grant giveaways” for local people with good ideas. Lake Macquarie City Council will give away a generous bounty of $20,000 on Saturday 15 May at its Innovator Support Program finalist pitch event. The Hunter Angels will also open one of their pitch nights to the public on Monday 10 May, supported by the Port of Newcastle, giving entrepreneurs an insight into how to acquire angel investment backing. Young Business Minds Awards will launch its 2021 program with $6,000 worth of prizemoney to be

bestowed on students from primary up to university level. It’s refreshing to see local government, industry, education and community coming together to support business, forward thinking and, ultimately, an improved quality of living across the Hunter being a long-term goal. The theme of this year’s jampacked festival is “Innovate to Regenerate”. “One of the most important aspects is making innovation accessible and actionable to all,” coordinator and innovation consultant Claire Quigley told the Newcastle Weekly. Making good on this promise, the festival features physical events all the way from Lake Macquarie, throughout Newcastle, a Business Boot Camp in Cessnock, the Inspirations Conference in Muswellbrook, Success x Design hosted in the Upper Hunter, and an Innovation in Equine event in Scone. Live-streamed and hybrid activations will also play a part in 2021, which will expand its focus from tech all the way to agriculture, education, health and renewable energies. With the aim of educating, connecting and inspiring, there are events for people of all ages and interests. The Internet of Things (IoT) workshops, taking place a number

Tim Keys and Joss Kesby are eagerly awaiting the 2021 Hunter Innovation Festival. Photo: Peter Stoop

of times across the Lake Macquarie libraries, are sure to be very popular with teens and adults alike. It will even provide everyone with the opportunity to build and program their own sensors. And, Lake Macquarie City Council wants everyone, from innovators, entrepreneurs and hobbyists to small businesses, community groups and students to get involved in IoT. For the younger kiddos, Tech Play is a free activity to get them entangled in the fun; coding Ozbots, engineering with Snap Circuits and exploring the digital world. If you’d like a more coding focused experience, there’s a three evening Hack-a-thon workshop catering to all skill levels. Help program Pepper the Robot at Newcastle Digital Library, or for a more relaxed coding event, Wine and Code, might be just the ticket if you’re over 18. The festival also provides some fantastic opportunities for upcoming entrepreneurs to connect with support and funding pathways. The University of Newcastle’s I2N is delivering a range of enterprise skill-building events and programs

that develop ideas into sustainable global businesses. During proceedings, they’ll host Startup Stories and Students and Startups, offering invaluable inspiration and guidance, along with stories of the highs, lows, wins, victories and mistakes of those who’ve previously walked the path of innovation and succeeded. The two-day hands-on Initiate 48 program will make its debut in the area, giving high school students with ideas the chance to build a business in just 48 hours. Funding Roadmap on 3 May, presented by Ausindustry at I2N, is the perfect way to connect entrepreneurs and businesses with government support. There will also be an AusIndustry Business Boot Camp in Cessnock. Innovation help for individuals and businesses of all ages is available through Lake Macquarie City Council’s Innovator Support Program and there will be an information session on how to be involved in the Young Business Minds Awards, including capacity skillbuilding and mentoring thanks to Hunter Futurepreneurs.

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Activating Renewable Energy Industrial Precincts in the Hunter The Hunter: Repowering Australian manufacturing. Beyond Zero Emissions Newcastle City Hall 4:00pm - 6:45pm

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NSW Spatial Innovation Seminar

Learn about developments of the NSW Spatial Digital Twin and the digital data collaborations going on between government and the private sector.

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The Pepper Code - Hack-a-thon (All skill levels catered to.) Over 3 nights build and code new interactions for Newcastle Libraries library assistant, Pepper the Robot. City of Newcastle

Achieving More with Less in a Digital Era Digital Transformation diagnostic model for digital leaders in Government, Health, Utilities and NFP. EcoSystm / Best Case Scenario Virtual only 10:00am - 11:00am

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Startup Stories - Jennifer Holland (Throat Scope) Hear the Experiences of an Entrepreneur and Business Owner: The highs, the lows, the wins, the mistakes, the inside story. University of Newcastle’s I2N I2N Hub Hunter St 8:00am - 9:00am

Students and Startups Learn from University of Newcastle students who have started their own business.

Awesome Newcastle May Awesome Newcastle is a no-stringsattached local grant give away for can-do people with good ideas! Awesome Newcastle The Criterion 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Discover Internet of Things (IoT) @ Lake Mac - Charlestown Get hands on and learn about how you can use Lake Macquarie City Council’s Community IoT Network. Lake Macquarie City Council Charlestown Library 6:00pm - 7:30pm

City of Newcastle National Innovation Games Innovation challenge to advance the commitment the CoN has made to develop disability inclusions initiatives. City of Newcastle, Paddl Newcastle 8:00am - 6:00pm

Local is the New Superpower A workshop to think BIG and help create the map to a brighter future for Newcastle. Featuring Gilbert Rouchecouste. City of Newcastle, New Local Fort Scratchley Function Centre 7:00am and 9:30am

Men's Shed on Show Short tour and explanation of what we do for the community and what we offer our members. Newcastle Men's Shed 99 Beaumont Street Hamilton 10:00am - 12:00pm

Designing for the Circular Economy This workshop introduces you to the concepts of design, design thinking and systems thinking, and how they apply to the circular economy. Go Circular Eighteen04, 91 Parry St 10:00am - 12:00pm

Innovation Bar Hop - Nifty Networking Bar hop night with a number of key advisors and successful start-up founders available at each bar to network with other start up founders. Morrissey Law & Advisory Various, Newcastle 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Tech Play @ Lake Mac - Toronto

Wine & Code Join us for this fun, interactive experience where you'll learn to use HTML, CSS, and Javascript. General Assembly GA Sydney Campus / Virtual 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Walk The Talk - Modernising manufacturing with Circular economies ASR Recruitment Marina Views Function Centre 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Discover Internet of Things (IoT) @ Lake Mac - Belmont Get hands on and learn about how you can use Lake Macquarie City Council’s Community IoT Network. Lake Macquarie City Council Belmont Library 10:00am - 11:30am

Digital Library. Lvl 1, 12 Stewart Ave.

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Hunter Manufacturing Awards (HMA) 2021 Launch The HMA profiles and promotes manufacturers across the Hunter, Central Coast and mid North Coast.

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Hunter Manufacturing Awards 15 Dell Road West Gosford 5:30pm - 7:30pm

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Try your hand at coding with Ozbots, engineering with Snap Circuits, explore the virtual world in the VR lab and more!

IQ Talk An event for thought leaders, change agents and all those driving the Hunter towards a smart and innovative future. City of Newcastle Civic Theatre 6:00pm - 7:30pm

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NSW Smart Sensing Network IDC Building, 130 University Drive 5:00pm - 7:00pm

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I2N Hub Hunter St 5:30pm - 7:00pm

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An Introduction to Product - Market Fit Workshop + Toolbox: Make sure your great idea or new venture doesn't become just another stat. Lena Vestad Hansen + Josh Jeffress The Business Centre, Newcastle 11:30am - 1:00pm

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Surveying & Spatial Sciences Institute NUspace 5:00pm - 7:00pm

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Funding Roadmap Are you involved in the innovation journey? Get the support you need to bring your innovation to market. AusIndustry I2N Hub Hunter St 8:00am - 9:00am

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Hunter Innovation Festival meets Scone Horse Festival to celebrate Innovation in Equine. AusIndustry / Australian Equine Exporting Services TAFE NSW - 26 Main St, Scone 5:00pm - 7:30pm

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2021 FESTIVAL THEME; INNOVATE TO REGENERATE

Pitch Night with Hunter Angels and Port of Newcastle

Discover Internet of Things (IoT) @ Lake Mac - Speers Point Get hands on and learn about how you can use Lake Macquarie City Council’s Community IoT Network. Lake Macquarie City Council Speers Point Library 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Hear pitches from three local companies, critiqued by representatives from Hunter Angels and Port of Newcastle.

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Secrets of a Second City Shaking up business in the Hunter We discuss how the Hunter is shaking off its reputation as an industrial city to a hotspot for innovative minds and businesses. Morrissey Law & Advisory Newcastle 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Discover Internet of Things (IoT) @ Lake Mac - Morisset Get hands on and learn about how you can use Lake Macquarie City Council’s Community IoT Network. Lake Macquarie City Council Morisset Library 6:00pm - 7:30pm

How to turn your Practical Experience into a Profitable Product

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Intellectual Property Essentials: Ensuring brilliance thrives

Developing the Skills of Tomorrow

2021 Upper Hunter Inspirations Conference A full day event focussed on inspiring stories of recovery and growth. Muswellbrook Chamber of Commerce and Industry Muswellbrook RSL Auditorium 9:00am - 5:00pm

Youth-led innovation - Enhancing the skills and capacity of the next generation of innovators. Learn about what the Hunter has to offer our young people and the education community. Hunter Young Business Minds The Owens Collective 5:30pm - 7:00pm

The Impact of Growth on Community Get up close and personal with the Entrepreneurs Organisation & Michael Batko CEO of Startmate. Entrepreneurs Organisation, City of Newcastle 48 Watt Street, Newcastle 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Tech Play @ Lake Mac - Belmont Try your hand at coding with Ozbots, engineering with Snap Circuits, explore the virtual world in the VR lab and more! Lake Macquarie City Council Belmont Library 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Conscious Leadership Transforming the Future of Business Join us for a panel discussion to uncover authentic purpose and build conscious strategy for companies. INNX 61 – 63 Parry Street 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Interactive Internet of Things Meetup

Men's Shed on Show Short tour and explanation of what we do for the community and what we offer our members. Newcastle Men's Shed 99 Beaumont Street Hamilton 10:00am - 2:00pm

Heart Open at the Innovation Festival Explores themes of regeneration and resilience with live music, dance, discussion and performance. Heart Open, Hunter Writers Centre The Lock Up 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Discover Internet of Things (IoT) @ Lake Mac - Swansea Get hands on and learn about how you can use Lake Macquarie City Council’s Community IoT Network. Lake Macquarie City Council Swansea Library 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Learn the strategies you can use to protect your IP rights and manage IP risk.

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Join us for an overview of programs that support entrepreneurs and innovators to go from idea to impact.

University of Newcastle’s I2N Virtual only 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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Initiate 48 A guided experience for high school students to build a business in 48 hours. Generation Entrepreneur and I2N NUspace, Auckland and Hunter St 9:00am - 5:00pm 15th + 16th May

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Live Music and Tech @ Pearson St Mall Enjoy live music and food alongside new tech and artworks installed at Pearson St Mall, Charlestown. Lake Macquarie City Council Pearson St Mall 5:00pm - 9:00pm

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Interactive event with attendees actively engaging and coding the IoT hardware/ software to implement the solution.

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Robotic Systems 11 McIntosh Drive, Unit 3 Mayfield West 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Innovator Support Program @ Lake Mac - Finalist Pitch Event Join us online or in person to hear the pitches from finalists for Council's Innovator Support Program. Lake Macquarie City Council Charlestown Library 2:00pm - 5:00pm

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Digital Manufacturing - a new way of working 3D printing presentation including demonstration of Evatronix high accuracy scanning technology. Ryan Papworth + Paul Charlton Newcastle 10:00am - 12:00pm

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The key things you need to nail to turn your ideas into profitable new products.

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Davies Collison Cave NUspace, Auckland and Hunter St 5:30pm - 7:00pm

St Philip's Cessnock reveals their cutting-edge, award-winning Stage 5 and 6 pedagogical practices and how they implemented it. St Philip's Christian College 10 Lomas Lane, Nulkaba

13TH THU

Site Tour at Hedweld Visit Hedweld’s expanded site, renowned for its innovative products in the agricultural, mining and earthmoving industries. Hedweld Group of Companies 5 Thrift Close, Mount Thorley 10:00am - 12:00pm

Success x Design A leadership 'un-conference' where RRR women will learn innovative ways to drive forward their leadership journey. RegionalCollab & Seek + Deploy Muswellbrook 2:00pm - 5:00pm

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SAPHI Engineering Dashworks Workspace, Charlestown 6:30pm - 9:00pm

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The Hunter Innovation Festival is back on the calendar in 2021.

The Hunter Innovation Festival is back with a bang… with the theme Innovate to Regenerate. The popular event, to take place from Monday 3 May to Sunday 16 May, aims to connect, inspire, educate and promote a culture of origination throughout the region. Activities range from interactive workshops to information sessions on how to secure funding for new ventures, tech play for all ages, tours of local businesses achieving great things, inspirational talks and more. Newcastle boasts a proud history when it comes to innovation, manufacturing and engineering, hosting more than 180 inventive ecosystem assets including 25 spaces, 24 programs and 15 support organisations. And, thanks to City of Newcastle – in partnership with Hunter iF – it’s all systems go again next month. Festival coordinator and innovation consultant Claire Quigley said she was excited to deliver an event, which focused on making innovation accessible through hybrid and virtual activities throughout Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Cessnock and up to Scone. One of her goals is to create connectivity across community, business, industry, government and education, which is reflected in the diverse range of events in the line-up. “The Hunter is the leading regional economy in Australia,” she said. “And, in order to maintain that position, we need opportunities to connect people, ideas and capabilities to continue fostering innovation.” Lake Macquarie will be home to several interactive activations during the festival. “We’re excited this year’s festival event is focused on bringing people and ideas together in a free, dynamic, hands-on environment,” 16

Lake Macquarie City Council’s Smart Cities lead Claire Chaikin-Bryan said. “We want to hear your ideas and gain an understanding of how you use innovation in your life. We’re open to different concepts and we want to connect you with available supports to make them a reality.” A highlight of what’s taking place at Lake Macquarie includes the High School Protothon, giving some aspiring youngsters the chance to design a prototype, pitch it and gain valuable resources to help them with future endeavours. They’re also proud to be launching their expanded Community Internet of Things Network and will host workshops throughout the festival to inspire people to get hands-on and create their own uses for the network. According to Lake Macquarie City Council, growth in the innovation eco-system provides the greatest economic opportunities for the region’s future, holding the key to solving social and environmental challenges. “Innovation is vital to the creation of a circular economy – and a vibrant future for Lake Macquarie,” Ms Chaikin-Bryan said. The Hunter Innovation Festival is actively supported by AusIndustry, who instigated the first event in 2002. AusIndustry Hunter regional manager Natalie Gillam sees the festival as a valuable way to highlight innovation awareness. “Innovation is not just a city thing,” she said. “But, it isn’t always high-tech either. Rather innovation is changing the way things get done - be it a totally new device or a way of making the device, a new piece of software, new materials, new business models.” Another long-time champion of the Hunter Innovation Festival, the University of Newcastle believes the event plays a big role in connecting emerging and experienced innovators and entrepreneurs through a number of activities, including Startup Stories. “The best kind of innovation brings people together for a common good, which is exactly what we’ll need to overcome some of the most pressing challenges of our time,” I2N senior manager Siobhan Curran said. The Hunter Innovation Festival is being brought to you by the Hunter iF, with support from event partner City of Newcastle and sponsors Lake Macquarie City Council, University of Newcastle, AusIndusty, the Port of Newcastle and the Garis Group.

What’s On?

Initiate 48 A 2-day program to help high school students like YOU build your own start-up in 48 hours!

Discover the Internet of Things (IoT)

Get hands on and learn about how you can use Lake Macquarie City Council’s Community IoT Network.

I2N Programs Info Session

Join us for an overview of programs that support entrepreneurs and innovators to go from idea to impact.

Innovator Support Program

Join us online or in person to hear the pitches from finalists for Lake Macquarie City Council's Innovator Support Program.

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Newcastle’s Jackson Baker during the Rip Curl Newcastle Cup. Photo: Peter Stoop

Surfest splashes into 2022 Surfest is set to return in 2022. Director Warren Smith says it will be an incredible experience, after the event was cancelled because of the pandemic. “It’s going to be fantastic and not only for just having a surfing event like Surfest back but also for the community to come back and celebrate life as, what I hope will be, ‘normal’,” he said. The news comes off the wake of the World Surfing League’s (WSL) Rip Curl Newcastle Cup,

which landed in the city earlier this month. Smith says that people can expect everything they have come to love at next year’s Surfest. “We will be going through all our grassroots events and everything we look forward to in presenting Surfest and then, of course, the QS International events will be the highlight at the end of the whole two-month exercise,” he said. - Elizabeth Symington

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Fun programs on Maroba agenda Maroba Aged Care provides a range of community aged care services for people living at home who want to maintain their wellbeing and stay connected with others. The initiatives include exercise programs, gym classes, themed luncheons, monthly bus trips, allied health support and much more all delivered by friendly

and professional staff. While there, you can also take advantage of the beauty and spa services or grab a cuppa and sit in the library for some quiet time. For more information, visit the website at maroba.com.au/ community-wellness-programs or phone (02) 4935 0300 and speak to the customer engagement partner.

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Following the interrupted year of 2020, the Adamstown Men’s Probus Club is back to normal operating conditions, meeting at 9.45am on the second Thursday of each month at the Newcastle United Sports Club. Guests at recent meetings spoke on the enjoyment of playing a cello; and on the history of the Wallsend coal railways. Upcoming guests will speak on development of Newcastle

Airport, on life in law enforcement, and on the Galapagos Islands. Recent monthly activities included barefoot bowls and a four-day trip to Mudgee and environs. Proposed future activities include visits to Stanley Park homestead, Maitland Gaol and to the Mitchell Library in Sydney. For enquiries and further information about the club, contact David on 0432 165 878.

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Red Cross staging garage sale The Maitland Districts Red Cross is staging a garage sale at 63 Thompson Street, East Maitland, on Saturday 1 May from 7.30am until 1.30pm. There’ll be good bargains at great prices. Mother’s Day gifts also available at excellent prices. Come

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along, grab some “goodies” and support the valuable work provided by Australian Red Cross. COVIDSafe rules will apply on the day. For further information, contact Narelle on 0448 775 678 or Rhonda on 0438 245 306.

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A chance for friendship over craft The East Maitland CWA Craft/ Friendship Group is staging open days at its CWA Hall, 162 George Street, East Maitland, beginning 12 May on the second and third Wednesdays of the month between 10am and noon. Everyone is

welcome. Devonshire Teas are available for $5 and handmade handicrafts will be on sale. Come in, sit down and enjoy a chat with friendly ladies. For further enquires, contact branch president Doris Bates on 0407 108 243.

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MISS PORTER’S HOUSE AS ARTISTS’ MUSE Florence Porter and her daughters were prolific producers of clothing, household textiles and exquisite craftwork – from christening gowns to stencilled cushions. Their creativity and vintage home have been the inspiration for this delightful exhibition by Newcastle’s ATHENA artists, together joining heritage and future, especially for the Mother’s Day weekend.

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Miss Porter’s House as Artists’ Muse National Trust (NSW) Preview Exhibition On Mother's Day Weekend, enjoy an exhibition by the Athena group of women artists - art inspired by the stories and historic objects in Miss Porter's House, Newcastle's only National Trust Museum. Preview and perhaps purchase one of these unique works in their original home, before the collection travels on to Newcastle Museum (13 May to 13 June). Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 May • 10am to 4pm • Mother’s Day weekend BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL Adult $10

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More than a movie to raise vital funds Most of the time watching a movie is simply just an enjoyable pastime but next month a screening of the film June Again will be so much more. The Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation (HBCF) is hosting the Mother’s Day event on Friday 7 May in a bid to raise funds for its vital services. It’ll be much more than a movie though, the not-for-profit will transform the Vmax Cinema at Event Cinemas Kotara into a hive of activity with market stalls, live music, a lolly buffet and a “fully pink cinema”. HBCF provides support to women across the region who suffer from breast cancer. Event organiser Ellie Wells says the foundation is “purely focused on service delivery”. “We provide a whole heap

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of essential support services to people through their breast cancer journeys,” she said. “That’s everything from lawn maintenance, house cleaning and transport to and from treatment to a wellness set of services like rehabilitation, wigs and prostheses.” She adds the pandemic has created several challenges. “In the last 12 months alone through COVID our numbers have doubled,” Ellie said. “Where we used to help a couple of hundred people a year, we are now up over a thousand a year, so there has been a real need for that support. “Cancer doesn’t stop for a pandemic so we’re getting more referrals than we ever have before which is a big thing.” Margaret Clarke knows all too well how vital the charity’s support is – they helped her through her breast cancer battle. “It was a relief not having to worry about anything knowing that they had our back,” she said. “I didn’t have to think about anything, that was the good thing because your mind is just a muddle

Margaret Parkes with Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation’s Ellie Wells at Event Cinemas Kotara. Photo: Peter Stoop.

and you can’t cope with everything.” The Mother’s Day Movie Night will be the charity’s second event since it was forced to wind back fundraising last year. “HBCF is purely funded by the local community, we don’t get any government grants, we have no support from larger organisations, so we really rely on donations and community fundraising,” Ellie said. Tickets for the event are $34 each and include popcorn, soft drink and a goodie bag. Go to hbcf.org.au for more information or to purchase tickets. For an extended version of the story, visit newcastleweekly.com.au - Elizabeth Symington

Statham packs a new punch In Wrath of Man a mysterious new cash truck security guard (Jason Statham) surprises his coworkers during a heist in which he unexpectedly unleashes precision skills. The crew is left wondering who he is and where he came from.

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What’s on CHARLESTOWN MEN’S PROBUS CLUB: Members meet on the first Monday of the month at Charlestown Leagues Club, Bula Street, at 10am to enjoy friendship and interesting guest speakers. We also have organised lunches and a variety of organised activities throughout the month. Visitors welcome. Text John on 0400 445 748 or email probusclubcharlestownsecretary@ gmail.com for details. LAKE MAC AUTUMN FAIR: The event – at Speers Point Park on Saturday 1 May – is an exciting new twist on an old tradition. Coordinated by the Rotary clubs of Warners Bay, Cardiff and Toronto Sunrise, it will draw on the customs of the May Day Fair, which has been hosted in the UK for hundreds of years. From 9am, the festivities 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, while supporting the Clown Doctors at the same time. MAITLAND CWA: The Maitland Country Women’s Association (CWA) will be at Tocal Field Days this year – on Friday 30 April, Saturday 1 May and Sunday 2 May in The Chapel for Devonshire Tea. Come and enjoy our delicious jam and cream scones. We are looking forward to a wonderful and successful weekend at Tocal. AFRICAN VIOLET ANNUAL SHOW: Interested in growing African Violets and need some help, then come along to our annual show on Sunday 2 May at the Cardiff Senior Citizen’s Centre, (62 Harrison Street, Cardiff) between 10am and 4pm. There will be a display of African Violets and related plants, sales, potting demonstrations and free advice. African Violets make great gifts for Mother’s Day. For further details, contact John on 0412 380 830. LADIES ON LUNCH: Come and enjoy Ladies on Lunch at the lovely Rafferty Resort, 1 Wild Duck Drive, Cams Wharf, on 4 May. Bookings through stickytickets.com.au/5polf are essential – as limited numbers due to COVID-19. Tickets are $55 including a gift bag and two-course lunch. For enquiries, contact Kerin on 0421 581 611.

THE CHILDREN: Brunker Community Theatre’s next production of The Children by Lucy Kirkwood opens on Friday 7 May and runs until 22 May, with a matinee performance on 16 May. The Children is directed by Meri Bird and features Rosemary Dartnell, Jan Hunt and Chris Yates. Tickets are $25. To book, phone Amanda on 0412 797 395 or email brunkertheatre@gmail.com MOTHER’S DAY LUNCHEON: Come celebrate Mother’s Day with a luncheon at the stunning Davistown RSL Club, 19 Murna Road, Davistown, on Friday 7 May. Bookings are essential as there are limited numbers due to COVID-19 on stickytickets.com.au/nqvub Tickets are $60 per person, which includes inspiring guest speaker Kristen Budd from Triple M. On arrival you will receive an attendee gift bag. There’ll be lucky door prize and raffles available supporting Because We Care Boutique.

Do you LOVE to sing? HUNTER WOMEN OF NOTE CHORUS warmly invites you to our OPEN REHEARSAL Get to know who we are at this evening of music and friendship. Come and find your voice with us! MONDAY 10 MAY 2021 Venue: Mayfield Church of Christ 31 Gregson Ave, Mayfield West 6.15 for 6.30-8.30pm

Please RSVP by 5 May to: facebook.com/wonchorus hunterwomenofnotechorus.com Maureen 0404 496 262

BOOLAROO UNITING CHURCH: Will host a garage sale at 53 Main Road, Boolaroo, on Saturday 8 May from 8.30am until 1pm. There’ll be plenty of bric-a-brac, plants, books, craft and much more. Come along and get some bargains. NEWCASTLE RECORDER PLAYERS: Meet at Adamstown Uniting Church, corner Glebe and Brunker Road, second Saturday of every month (8 May and 12 June) between 11am and 3pm. Meet for fun consort playing. New players welcome (not suitable for absolute beginner lessons in music). Phone Barry on 0421 418 418 or email cewbeh5@bigpond.com STEP BACK INTO KING STREET HERITAGE FESTIVAL: The Rotary Club of Raymond Terrace is excited to bring an amazing free festival for people of all ages to dress for the occasion and join us for a day of fun with something for everyone on 15 May between 10am and 3pm. William the Fourth, replica of the first coastal steamship, will conduct tours on the Hunter River, soldiers in period uniform from 40th Regiment of Foot will fire a cannon and there will be musket fire during the day. SEND YOUR FREE ENTERTAINMENT LISTINGS FOR WHAT’S ON TO:

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A slice of the pie Who doesn’t love a pie, with its crisp, flaky pastry, and fillings bursting with flavour? This week we bring you a recipe for the perfect autumnal mini pies – best enjoyed with loved ones.

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Little herb pies with pickles Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Cook the onion for 10 minutes or until completely softened and caramelised. Transfer the onion to a bowl to cool.

1 Tbsp olive oil 2 brown onions, thinly sliced 1/2 (125g) sour cream

Meanwhile, make the pastry. Put the sour cream, butter, flour and salt in a food processor and blitz for a few seconds until just combined. Turn the pastry out onto a work surface and gently bring it together into a disc. Wrap the pastry and pop it into the fridge for 30 minutes.

110g goat’s cheese, crumbled 1 handful mixed herbs 2 eggs 2 Tbsp single cream

Add the sour cream, goat’s cheese, herbs and 1 egg to the onion and gently mix to combine.

Sesame seeds, for sprinkling Sea salt flakes, for sprinkling

2 cups (300g) plain flour, plus extra for dusting

Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface until 3mm thick. Using a biscuit cutter or glass, cut the pastry into 7cm rounds. Place about a tablespoon of the herb mixture in the middle of a pastry round and bring the sides together, pressing to seal. Use the tines of a fork to gently press down around the edges. Place the pie on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Repeat with the remaining pastry and filling. Place the pies in the fridge for about 20 minutes.

1/2 tsp sea salt

Preheat the oven to 200°C.

Pickle or tomato relish, to serve Sour cream pastry 2/3 cup (160g sour cream) 1 cup (250g) chilled unsalted butter, cut into cubes

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Serve the warm pies with a tangy pickle or tomato relish. Our favourite mix of herbs for these pies is parsley, mint, sorrel and tarragon. Try to avoid woody herbs like thyme and rosemary as they might overpower the mixture. For more recipes, go to our website newcastleweekly.com.au

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Weather drives our gardening interest Although gardens follow the seasons, I’m always surprised how fast the months pass. We are quickly approaching May – the last month of autumn. Weather drives our gardening interest and determines what maintenance needs to be done. A good example is the amount of rain we have had recently, it will have leached out many elements from the soil. Acid-loving plants such as camellias and gardenias will respond to chelated iron and an application of peat moss around their roots surface. Roses, lawns and all garden beds also require dolomite to sweeten the soil and correct the pH. May is a wonderful month for planting out new trees and shrubs, particularly this year as the ground is so moist. There is still growing time left for new plants to settle in, establish some root growth and become acclimatised. Then when spring arrives, which can sometimes be hot, the plants introduced in

autumn won’t suffer the same stress as those planted during the heat when constant watering is required. Sasanqua camellias, which are now in bloom, and citrus are ideal to plant out during May. Japonica camellias are heavy with buds ready to flower during winter – look at disbudding now to encourage better blooms. This simply means removing one or two buds from a group which are too prolific. Don’t feed camellias at this time, wait until they have fi nished flowering and, if growing in the ground, fertilise with cow manure. Growing in pots will require a slow-release product. Autumn days can be so pleasant, take advantage of the warmth before winter arrives – divide strawberries, plant new runners into beds prepared with cow manure. Divide agapanthus and clivia during May, too. After re-planting, apply Flourish weekly to encourage settlement before winter. Spring bulbs should be removed from the

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fridge, planting all varieties before the end of May and fertilise when planting. One of my favourite plants to display inside during winter are Cymbidium orchids, which will begin to bloom in May. Both orchids and cyclamen provide great colour for inside, adding warmth to decor. Cyclamen should be watered under the leaves, not on the crown, remembering to give them a sheltered spot outside every few nights as they love the cold and will reward with longer flowering. Although it is time to raise the height on your mower - use a little fertiliser to promote the last of the growth. Winter grass could already be a problem. These little green tufts aren’t acceptable in the lawn as they die off in summer, leaving a gap for a nastier weed and multiply each year unless treated. There are several good products available before winter grass goes to seed – don’t wait… it should be applied now.

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Spice up your exercise routine They say that variety is the spice of life and, personally, I couldn't agree more. When we are young, variety is not a problem as we are constantly having new experiences. As we get a little older many of us tend to get a bit set in our ways and, therefore, need to make a conscious effort to seek out new challenges in order to ward off boredom and live with passion and purpose. One area of life where boredom can be a problem is exercise. I am not talking about athletes looking to improve performance or bodybuilders whose main focus is aesthetics as they do require set routines and a lot of repetition. I am talking about the average Joes and Joannes for who variety is the key. It not only helps you build and maintain a balanced, healthy body but it also plays a big role in keeping you mentally fresh so that exercise becomes a part of your lifestyle and not just a fad or something you only do on a seasonal basis. I personally discovered weight training about 30 years ago in my teens.

Even though I loved it from the fi rst session I never really stuck with any gym for more than six months at a time. I continued to train but it was on and off for the next 20 years and the reason for this was boredom. When I decided to open my own fitness studio, giving my clients variety in their routines was one of my priorities. This month my Merewether gym celebrates its 14th anniversary and, I am proud to say, many of my clients have been training with me for more than a decade with several still with me after 14 years. While my ego wants me to believe that my high retention rate is because I am a great trainer, I know that the style of training I offer is one of the main reasons that keeps them coming through the door. If you are feeling a little stale with your training routine it is time to mix it up. If you need advice on how to go about it, feel free to contact me or any other training facility in town. If you are feeling a little stale with life but do not

exercise then it is time to start. We are very fortunate here in Newcastle as we have many wonderful facilities and trainers who can offer you the variety, and social interaction, you may be looking for. I have a simple philosophy with my gym. I make my sessions enjoyable enough that my clients look forward to coming, but tough enough that they look forward to leaving. Until next time, Health and happiness. • This is a regular column written by health expert Stephen Smith from Merewether Fitness Studio 25

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The state of the Newcastle market More buyers than homes, that’s the problem with Newcastle’s real estate market says one local agent. First National Real Estate Newcastle City agent Tom Lemke warns while the former steel city is experiencing a real estate boom, buying and selling happen within the same market. “Our market is still really strong. The main driver for this is a very low supply of homes coming [onto the market] each week, coupled with lots of people looking to buy,” Tom says. “The main frustration we are hearing from sellers is that they know they will get a great price if they sell, but they will also be paying more for the next property, and trying to find the right one could take months.” According to Corelogic figures released on 1 April, regional NSW has experienced a 13.6% increase in property values since the same time last year. “We were in the midst of COVID-19 in 2020 but to give you a good example – you could have purchased a house in Mayfield for about

$550,000, that same house right now would be worth at least $650,000,” Tom said. “The market was mainly driven by First Home Buyers during the pandemic period as they didn’t seem to be concerned with what was happening globally. As soon as restrictions were lifted, we saw an influx of people relocating to Newcastle who are now able to work from home. “This has continued to drive house prices up.” The former plumber, who has renovated seven homes himself, said the increase in home values meant real estate agents were struggling to offer buyers a price range. “We are averaging 25 groups through our first open home,” Tom explained. While locals, he says, still make up 70% of sales, they are feeling the pinch from Sydney buyers. “There is definitely frustration from locals having to pay more because of competition from out-of-town buyers,” he said. “Local buyers are starting to look at neighbouring suburbs that they wouldn’t have

First National Real Estate Newcastle City agent Tom Lemke.

looked at beforehand for affordability.” Tom’s advice is to have a back-up plan. “I would seriously recommend buying before you sell in this market,” he said. “With vacancy rates well below 1% finding a house to rent seems to be even harder than buying something. “I recently sold a house in Birmingham Gardens, it took 200 days for the home to sell in 2018 for $350,000. The same house has just been re-sold for $499,000 in seven days. “The only thing that can slow this market down will be banks increasing interest rates. But, this seems to be highly unlikely with most of the major banks offering fixed loans at less than 2% for four years.” - Rebecca Riddle

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PISCES 20 FEB – 20 MAR Neptune is in a challenging aspect with Venus and you may be experiencing a great deal of inner stress, so be kind to yourself, don’t overcrowd your program. If you ignore this advice, don’t be surprised if you upset some important people – the choice is entirely up to you.

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A pen perfect for mum Mums will love this sleek Explorer fountain pen from Pilot Pen. It features a streamlined, lightweight barrel design and a high-quality stainlesssteel nib for perfect handwriting every time. Newcastle Weekly has four prize packs to give away. They include a Pilot Ink Bottle and Ink Converter for quick and easy refilling. For further information visit pilotpen.com.au/

Enter to WIN Four lucky readers will win an Explorer fountain pen. To enter, visit newcastleweekly.com.au and click on the ‘Entertainment’ tab to ‘Competitions’, find the competition you wish to enter and follow the instructions. Entries close 9am Thursday 6 May and winners drawn same day. One entry per person. Entrants must be aged 18+.

Newcastle Weekly competition winners The winners in Newcastle Weekly’s latest round of competition draws are: A Discovery of Witches DVDs Glenda Evans, Daniel Prior, Allissa Nalder, Narelle Pywell, Johannes Marais, Robert Parker, Donna Butler

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$199,000

$ 495,000* 4

Home: 177.97m2 Lot: 646m2

Everyday life is easy at Cliftleigh Meadows with an abundance of shopping, education, medical and recreation facilites easily accesible. The contemporary master planned community provides the life you want to live. Surrounded by 125 acres of parkland and connected by a vibrant community, house and land packages are available from leading builders on level, easy building homesites. Thoughtfully designed cycleways will wind through the estate creating an idyllic living environment for the whole family.

Call 0466 747 555 cliftleighmeadows.com.au * Photographs & illustrations are intended to be a visual aid only. Winten Property Group gives no warranty and makes no representation to the accuracy of sufficiency of any description, illustrations, photographs or statements contained in this brochure and accepts no liability for any loss suffered by any person who relies wholly or partly upon the information presented. All information is subject to change without notice. Prices correct at time of printing. TC_CM_008

Classic design, contemporary values.