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Cricket, once labelled a gentleman’s game, has certainly been put through the wringer in recent years. The sport once endured chucking and betting scandals, but they were few and far between. Then we had some minor cheating claims, followed by the scandalous Sandpapergate in 2018. Now, two elite players are in the spotlight – for differing reasons. Sydney Thunder star Alex Hales was recently forced to apologise for “blackface” after dressing up as one of his musical idols, Tupac Shakur, at a party back in 2009. And, our own Tim Paine handed over the Australian captaincy duties following an indiscrete text exchange with a woman, who wasn’t his wife, almost four seasons ago. Neither of them did anything illegal – morally, maybe, but nothing criminal. In Hales’ case, he wanted to honour a musician he highly-admired, not disrespect him.

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As for Paine, the matter was dealt with at the time by his wife and the powers-that-be. Whether you agree or disagree with their actions, both men have paid a heavy price. So, the question has to be asked: when should things from our past stay in the past?

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Bernadette recognised for her vital work with kids Bernadette Goddard’s dedication to making a difference to the lives of children in the Hunter has been recognised with a special award. The clinical nurse consultant in paediatric asthma at John Hunter Children’s Hospital is honoured

Bernadette Goddard with Sione Asomua, one of the many patients she helps in the Hunter.

to receive the Humpty Dumpty Foundation’s 2020-21 Michelle Beets Award for Inspirational Paediatric Care (metropolitan). Ms Goddard has been helping kids in the region for 26 years, focusing on asthma for the past 14. “It is very exciting,” she said. “To have my research and the benefits it can have recognised is incredible, but what is most important is that we have won $25,000 for children with respiratory illnesses in the Hunter. “I am really looking forward to seeing how we can help those kids. “I won the award for my research into asthma to make outcomes better for children because it can be very deadly and very dangerous. “All asthma care is individualised, but I don’t think

it is individualised enough, I am looking at specific care in paediatric patients. “The other thing I am looking at is children who show up to Emergency two or three times a year with respiratory problems. “I am researching that group of kids to find if there’s anything missing and what we can do to help them avoid multiple hospital visits.” In addition to her research, The Humpty Dumpty Foundation has also acknowledged Ms Goddard’s work to develop a severe asthma clinic at the children’s hospital. She shares the Michelle Beets Award with Wagga Wagga’s Mark Taylor who took out the regional honour. “In a field of truly inspiring candidates, Bernadette and Mark demonstrated they truly

go above and beyond to achieve the best possible health outcomes for children,” Humpty Dumpty Foundation Chairman Paul Francis OAM said. Ms Goddard says working with kids is exactly what she should be doing. “Paediatrics is very special, and I couldn’t imagine doing anything else,” she said. “You make a difference, it sounds corny, but it is very valuable, all nursing is valuable. “However, for me, paediatric nursing is where I can do the most and I am so privileged to be able to do this.” Her research is supported by the Hunter Medical Research Institute and the University of Newcastle’s School of Nursing. - Elizabeth Symington

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Bert’s in the running for Senior of the Year award With a goal to walk 96 kilometres and raise $10,000 for his beloved Soldier On, 103-year-old retired Sergeant Bert Le-Merton achieved

103-year-old Lake Macquarie resident Bert Le Merton is in the running for a national award.

a lot more than that. The active centenarian based in Lake Macquarie actually trekked 192 kilometres and handed over more than $110,000 to a charity very close to his heart. Bert has now been named as a NSW nominee for the 2022 Senior Australian of the Year award. This recognition follows his appointment as Patron of Soldier On’s March On challenge, raising awareness and funds to prevent veteran suicide. A retired Sergeant of the Mortar Platoon in the 2/13th Battalion, 20th Brigade, 9th Division of the AIF (Australian Infantry Force), Bert looked for a way to help raise money to improve the lives of contemporary veterans. On 15 August 2020, he set out

to walk the March On Challenge with the hope of raising $10,000 for Soldier On – a fundraising target which he surpassed on the evening of 14 August. In the subsequent months, Sergeant Bert averaged 1.75 kilometres a day, completing his initial objective of 96 kilometres on 10 October 2020. His mission did not end there. Bert continued to March On, reaching another significant milestone on his journey by doubling his original goal and raising more than $110,000 by 12 February 2021. By 31 March, Bert had clocked a total of 419.15 kilometres walked and $112,223 raised to help prevent veteran suicide. Sergeant Bert said it was an extraordinary acknowledgement

for an ordinary bloke. “It is a great honour to be named as a finalist for Senior Australian of the Year,” he said. “I’m just an ordinary bloke and we need more ordinary blokes and ladies to get involved and make a change. “I hope I can encourage others to champion a cause they are passionate about,” he said. “I thank all those members of the public who have joined me by taking part in the challenge and making donations. “The funds raised through March On will do a great deal to support the young men and women who have served our great country.” Go to newcastleweekly.com.au for the full story. - Rebecca Riddle

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The bright lights are shining upon one of the Hunter Valley’s historic – and much-loved – towns, Morpeth. And, for good reason, too. As the township prepares to commemorate its 200th anniversary, Maitland City Council is lighting up the iconic Morpeth Bridge with dramatic architectural illumination. The lights are switched on every evening just before sunset, then turned off at 10.30pm. “The Morpeth residents told us

We’ve all been in this position before. It’s hot, you feel like cooling off, so you head to Dixon Park or Bar Beach for a dip, only to find no car spots exist. So, you return home irritated. Well, that frustration could soon be a thing of the past, according to City of Newcastle. Locating a park near the city’s beaches and baths will become easier thanks to smart technology that will allow drivers to view available spaces before leaving the house. Interim director strategy and engagement Kathleen Hyland said sensors had been installed at almost 800 parking spots. “Newcastle is home to amazing beaches, which are enjoyed by locals and visitors alike,” she explained. “By installing the sensors, we’ll

they wanted the much-celebrated bridge lit up so it can be enjoyed as a centrepiece of the township when the sun goes down,” council’s coordinator city and visitor economy Portia Wendt said. “So, we’re thrilled to bring this project to life.” The bridge lighting is one of three infrastructure projects council is undertaking to celebrate the milestone. Nearly completed is a shared path on Steamer Street that will be open to the public in the coming weeks. A riverside shared footpath, from Robert Street to Illalaung Park, is also in the final stages of design. The official ceremony and program of activities for the Morpeth Bicentenary has been delayed to 2022 due to COVID-19 restrictions.

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Sky’s the limit for annual Leaders Leap fundraiser Eighteen brave souls battled the elements to raise some much-needed funds for the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service (WRHS) last week. Backed by such tunes as Wrecking Ball (Miley Cyrus), Roar (Katy Perry), Jumping Jack Flash (The Rolling Stones), Free Falling (Tom Petty), Dangerous (Roxette), Glory Days (Bruce Springsteen), Jump (Van Halen), You Make My Dreams (Hall & Oates) and more, the eager participants summoned the courage to abseil down the face of McDonald Jones Stadium for the annual Newcastle Leaders Leap. And, the 20m drop, supervised by professionals, resulted in a welcomed windfall in excess of $70,000 for the esteemed organisation. That figure put a massive smile on the face of chief executive officer Richard Jones OAM after a tough 18

months, due to COVID-19, hindered the service’s fundraising capabilities. “The Leaders Leap is about having fun while raising money for the WRHS,” he said. “The event not only challenges their fear of heights, it’s also an opportunity to reflect on the work of the chopper’s crew who regularly winch people to safety from the bush, ocean and hard to access locations. “The service is extremely thankful to each of the leaders for raising greatly-needed funds, which will ensure that the WRHS can continue to be here for the community 24/7.” Those who took the heroic plunge on Friday 19 November included Kirsty Tonkin (Hunter Imaging), Matt Voigt (Molycop), Brodie Nies (Asquith Workforce), Andrew Hughes (A-Plus Contracting & Poly Welding), Maureen Jack (Lambourne

Partners), Lachlan Grant (Coal Services), Cassandra Agnew (oOh Media), Brad Rogers (Rentokil), Heather Van Galen (Westpac Maitland), Pieter Klaynjan (Westpac Warners Bay), Nick Clark (Shortland Hotel), Graham Nickisson (WRHS), Kelly Griffiths (F45 Warners Bay),

Mia Keenan (F45 Newcastle), Andrew Sambell (F45 Newcastle), Charlotte Alexander (F45 Wallsend), Frank Paranthoeine (F45 Toronto) and Mitch Morley (F45 Morisset). The inaugural event, in 2018, amassed $80,000. - Rod Thompson

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Local schools top of the class at environment awards Innovative recycling, beekeeping and a gardening club were three projects acknowledged during this year’s Lake Macquarie School Environment Awards. Dudley Public School was one of eight winners, taking out the waste category for introducing recycling pods, with separate bins for food waste, soft plastics, comingled

recycling and general waste. Their dedication to making a difference also saw Year 6 students create a ‘Green Team’ to deliver new sustainability initiatives across the school, resulting in a significant reduction in waste going to landfill. “Students have been incredibly enthusiastic,” principal Kris Carey said. “We had so many volunteers

Students from Dudley Public School’s Green Team with principal Kris Carey and one of the new recycling pods.

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for the Green Team we had to limit it to Year 6 students, but I’m sure most pupils would be involved if they could.” Lake Macquarie mayor Kay Fraser congratulated students and staff, as well as other category winners. “The quality and variety of projects submitted for consideration as part of this year’s awards shows how passionate younger people in our city are about the environment and sustainability,” she said. “These are our future community leaders, and it’s so important to instil in them an awareness of these issues affecting us all.” This year’s overall high school winner was St Mary’s Catholic College, which introduced an aquaponics system using fish waste to fertilise herb and vegetable gardens.

Students also helped tend four native beehives, and worked with a local Landcare group to plant native trees, shrubs and grasses in the LGA. Hillsborough Public School was also acknowledged for its hard work. It took out the overall primary school category for its gardening club and its water and energy-saving practices. Cr Fraser is excited to see local schools help the environment. “Lake Mac schools have been working hard to reduce waste by promoting low-waste lunches, conducting waste audits and introducing recycling programs,” she said. Other winners included St John Vianney’s Public School, Biraban Public School, Awaba Public School, Cooranbong Public School and St Mary’s Primary Public School.

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Retiring Pynsent eager to see what the future holds After more than two decades in the local government arena, Cessnock City mayor Bob Pynsent is calling it a day. However, with a wealth of experience behind him, he might not be lost to the sector. The ex-teacher and principal, who finished his vocation at Kearsley Public School, is keen to help the next generation of leaders. “It might not sound like much of a retirement; but, I’ve applied to be a mentor of mayors and councillors with Local Government NSW,” he said. “I’ll find out if I was successful after the 4 December elections.” Cr Pynsent joined Cessnock City Council in 1999. From that point, he made it a mission to lobby for funding for the LGA’s roads and bridges, as well as community recreation facilities. However, after 22 years – and nine-and-a-quarter as mayor, now is the right time to step aside. “My family put the pressure on me to slow down,” he said with a smile. “So, I think you need to adhere to their wishes. “The other night, at the last council meeting, I had them all with me.

“That was no different from when I had my first meeting as mayor – they were with me then, too. “Kathy and the boys have been hugely supportive throughout my career. “So, it was a great feeling. “I’m a bit humbled by the positive comments recently. “But, I’m really happy within myself about what I’ve achieved and what’s ahead in the future.” Cr Pynsent also departs as the longest-serving mayor in Cessnock City Council’s history. It’s a record he’s extremely honoured to hold. “I said at our last meeting this week, I think I – and council – have made a difference,” he told the Newcastle Weekly. “I’m really upbeat about the outcomes we’ve accomplished. “Financial sustainability is one such achievement. “When there was talk of amalgamations a number of years ago, Cessnock City was able to survive that process. “We were in such a strong economic state, compared to a lot of other councils. “I believe I’m leaving it in a far better place than when I first took over [as mayor] in 2012.” - Rod Thompson

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Interacting with animals has the power to change someone’s life. That’s according to Chad Staples, managing director of Australian Wildlife Parks, who recently visited the Hunter to relaunch an exciting location near Cessnock. At the weekend, the Hunter Valley Zoo rebranded itself as Hunter Valley Wildlife Park. With the original staff and more than 400 animals, it is still the same place residents have come to know and love, it just has new owners. “It’s really exciting, Jason Pearson (the former owner) built an incredible facility that’s been here in its current form for almost 15 years,” Chad said. “It is a beautiful place with amazing energy and what is most important for any of the parks that come under Australian Wildlife Parks is that it’s a beautiful spot that we can look at enhancing. “There is nothing that we desperately have to change, the animals are thriving here so we can just continue to make it better.” The team has certainly stayed true to those words by creating three new animal encounters on top of the six already available. Anyone who dreams of getting up close and personal with a lion, maned wolf or capybara will welcome the new opportunities. “What we have always tried to do is provide positive spaces for animals and people to interact,” Chad said. “If there is the ability to have that one-on-one with an animal, we believe it can change somebody’s life.” Chad adds that sharing the same space with animals can be very moving.

“A capybara is a giant rodent which makes them sound almost like a rat but they’re a giant guinea pig and people just adore them,” he said. “To be able to sit there and have them eat from your hands is pretty special if you have never seen them before. “Maned wolves are very similar, again most people have never heard of them, they almost look like a fox on stilts, but they are very elusive and very quiet and to sit there with them and to share the same space can really change somebody. “Another really exciting one is obviously a lion feed. “To be able to see the king of the jungle up close like that is pretty amazing and Kovu is a spectacular boy, so you know it takes your breath away. “No matter how many times I do it, I am still astounded at how beautiful they are.” For Chad, it’s an honour to work with and educate people about wild animals. “It’s just always been my passion and I was very fortunate that I was able to turn it into a career,” he said. “I am challenged every day to make sure that we are doing everything that we can for them, it is very fulfilling.” His favourite animal is a lion cub named Maji. While she isn’t located at Hunter Valley Wildlife Park anyone who purchases an annual pass to the zoo will be able to see her for free if they visit the Mogo Wildlife Park near Batemans Bay. The pass will also give them access to Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park. - Elizabeth Symington

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Tommy Turbo Newcastle bound to help Lifeline NSW State of Origin star Tom “Turbo” Trbojevic is heading to the Hunter this month to throw his support behind local suicide prevention services. The 2021 Dally M winner will be the guest speaker at iFin Capital’s Back to Business luncheon, at the Merewether Surfhouse on Tuesday 30 November, that’ll raise funds for Lifeline Hunter. Trbojevic will talk to leaders about drivers for success and the lessons for business from how he and other professional sportspeople survived and managed the impacts of COVID-19. When he’s not on the field, the Manly Sea Eagle is a partner with finance brokerage firm iFin Capital. He is a qualified finance broker and completing a double degree in applied finance and economics at

Macquarie University. “COVID-19 has been challenging for many Hunter businesses, particularly for those operating across state borders,” Trbojevic said. “Having the right finance structure gives you a competitive advantage to win in business, including getting back to business post COVID-19. “Just like on the footy field, to get the right outcomes businesses need to be in a position to make the right moves and have flexibility.” Proceeds from the luncheon will support Lifeline Hunter’s suicide prevention and crisis support services. Lifeline’s business development manager Pat Calabria said having good mental health awareness was important on the sporting field and

in business. He explained calls to the service were up 25% to their highest ever levels, and many people continued to struggle post lockdown. “COVID-19 has impacted Lifeline’s revenue to run its free local services at a time when demand for support is up, so we are very grateful to Tom and iFin Capital for their support,” Mr Calabria said. “Lifeline provides training to businesses to help staff to be able to break down the stigma around mental health and give them skills to support themselves, colleagues and members of our community.” Tickets for sportsman-style lunch at the Merewether Surfhouse are $150. This includes a two-course meal and three-hour beverage package.

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Newcastle trots into $1.1m Inter Dominion reckoning The time-honoured Tabcorp Inter Dominion Championships Series will make a stunning comeback to Newcastle’s famous International Paceway circuit next month. In a coup for the local industry, the Newcastle Harness Racing Club is set to stage the third and final round of the heats on Sunday 5 December. Secretary-manager Wayne Smith

admitted it was an honour and privilege for the region to again be given hosting responsibilities for this year’s event. “The Inter Dominion is harness racing at its very best,” he said. “By conducting the third and final round of the qualifying heats [here], things are really going to go up a notch.

Hunter hopeful Roy Roots Jnr and The Black Prince are primed for the third round heat of the 2021 Inter Dominion Series at the Newcastle International Paceway. Photo: Peter Stoop

“It will be fascinating. “There are 36 horses in the pacing ranks, three heats and qualifying points on the line. “For the trotters, there are 24 in the mix. “For each category, only 12 of them can make their respective grand finals. “So, our track is really going to see high stakes racing for a chance to be in that elusive Inter Dominion decider. “Fans are in for an absolute treat.” The series begins at Tabcorp Park Menangle on 27 November, with the remaining two legs at Gold Crown Paceway Bathurst (1 December) and the Newcastle International Paceway four days later. It will culminate with the grand final, at the iconic Menangle track, on Saturday 11 December.

For the Newcastle Harness Racing Club, it marks a fitting return to the Hunter for the first time since 2010. It follows a highly-successful hosting role in 2002 when the former steel city became the first regional area in NSW to conduct a round of the Inter Dominion. “It’s great news for our club and everyone else involved in the sport of trotting from a local perspective,” chairman Daryl Rodgers said. “This is just one step in what shapes as a very exciting future for harness racing in the area. “We’re planning a big program, with many family-friendly activities. “The Newcastle meeting will also feature the Eastern Region NSW Breeders Challenge Finals for the Two and Three-Year-Old Fillies, Colts and Geldings.” - Rod Thompson

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Get back to nature at the Hunter Wetlands Now that COVID-19 restrictions have eased, the Hunter Wetlands Centre in Shortland is open again to fully-vaccinated visitors. If you haven’t been to the Wetlands since school days, now is a great time to visit. The centre has resumed free guided walks (with entry) every Tuesday (10am) and Saturday (10.30am). The walk is leisurely and on flat-marked tracks. Entry is $7.50 for adults and $5 for children, seniors and concession holders. Follow-up the walk with morning tea or lunch in the café and browse the giftshop and art exhibition.

Dungog Rotary Club invites cyclists to tackle Pedalfest Christmas Criterium The Rotary Club of Dungog is inviting cyclists to enjoy the Fosterton Loop (22km) and Pedalfest Christmas Criterium on 11 and 12 December respectively. The loop starts and finishes at Frank Robinson Park, with registrations from 8am. Entry fee is $20 for adults, children are free. The criterium is only open to current RACE Cycling Australia or Auscycle licence holders. It begins in front of the Tin Shed Brewery at 8am.

Special event with acclaimed artist, director Lloyd Newson OBE Internationally-acclaimed artist and director Lloyd Newson OBE will visit Newcastle for a special evening event on Friday 26 November, the city’s first significant cultural activity since the most recent COVID-19 lockdown. He’ll present a keynote speech about his 40-year international career before sitting down for a rigorous conversation with Kate Champion. The event is funded by City of Newcastle’s Special Business Rate Program and is part of the Creative Newcastle project. An Evening with Lloyd Newson will take place in Newcastle City Hall from 7.30pm. Tickets are $25-$35 and can be booked via civictheatre.com.au Share your community event. Email editorial@newcastleweekly.com.au with ‘HYH’ in the subject field. Deadline is 10 days prior to Thursday edition date.

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Black Friday sales to offer huge savings Hunter residents will be among the eight million Australians expected to shop up a storm during the Black Friday sales this week. The trend, which started in the US, sees retailers offer big savings following Thanksgiving Day. Last year, consumers across the country spent a record $55 billion, in-store and online, during late November and throughout December. In 2021, online spending is

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Newcastle Theatre Company offers up festive fun Lots of giggles, larger than life characters and plenty of heart – that’s what Novocastrians can expect from the Newcastle Theatre Company’s (NTC) latest show. Open until 11 December, A Hit and Miss Christmas was written by local playwright Emma Wood. “It is set backstage at a theatre company in regional NSW, they are trying to decide what to do for their Christmas show,” director Pearl Nunn explained. “The Hit and Miss Theatre Company needs bums on seats, but they also want to have something with artistic integrity, so they are trying to figure out what to do and conflict arises. “The younger generation want to do something new, artsy and creative and the older generation want to do A Christmas Carol. “It’s a Christmas comedy, but it

is also full of these personal stories about what Christmas is really like for people.” The play stars Emily Williams, James Patton, Connie Voisey-Barlin, Katy Carruthers, Malcolm Young, Peter Eyre and Vanessa MacArthur. For the cast, one of the more challenging aspects of preparing for their opening on 20 November was making up for lost time when they could finally meet face-to-face. Auditions were staged just before the lockdown, but rehearsals were hosted on video-conferencing platform Zoom for the first few weeks. “We did online rehearsals for five or six weeks so that was just all of us talking about the characters and going through the script and that kind of thing,” Pearl said. “We’ve only had six weeks in person, which is about half of the usual time you would have, so it’s

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“We really need community support, this is our first major show back for NTC,” she said. “It’s really important that people come out and support us, it’s been a really rough couple of years for the arts.” Go to newcastletheatrecompany.com. au for more information. - Elizabeth Symington

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Newcastle muso Rod Coote is ready to Unwind Newcastle singer/songwriter Rod Coote is proud of his latest offering, fittingly titled Unwind. The uplifting summer-feel anthem, that is about taking a breath to slow down and escaping to reflect on what’s important, will be released on Friday 26 November as a follow-up to Wild Pine. It’s also a kind of “liberating”

track, too, according to the local musician. “I think it’s super relevant and relatable following the pandemic lockdown,” said Coote, who’s recently signed with a European-based record label. And, to celebrate the release of Unwind, the talented muso will hit the stage at the Cambridge Hotel in

Newcastle singer/songwriter Rod Coote explores a new sound in his latest offering.

Newcastle on 12 December with upand-comer Bree Rusev supporting. Coote writes music to fall in love with, combining raw, emotive songwriting with beautifullyharmonised strings. He sonically encapsulates the human condition transporting the listener to a specific moment in time all the while instilling warmth and hopefulness. Unwind follows Coote’s motif of cathartic writing and warm stringdriven backings. Topical but not overwhelmingly so, the track was written during the summer of 2020-21 when the world was adjusting to the then-new normal and follows his journey to positive mental health. “This song started piecing together towards the end of last year,” he explained.

“2020 obviously was a year of massive changes across the globe. “But, also personally, as I experienced a few changes in my life. “I felt like I was always chasing my own tail and realised I needed to have a short break to breathe and reflect on everything.” Unwind sets a new vocal precedent for Coote with a soaring, anthemic hook akin to pop-folk influences such as Kyle Lionheart and Harrison Storm. Contrasting the themes of his previous release Wild Pine, it is summery, uplifting and effortlessly melodic. With live music opening back up and travel restrictions easing, Coote will look to tour the East Coast throughout early 2022 with the first stop in Yamba on 7 January. - Rod Thompson

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What’s on NEWCASTLE CHRISTMAS MARKET: Shop local this Christmas at the Newcastle Christmas Market. Hosted at The Station (corner Scott and Watt streets) from 9am to 2pm on Saturday 11 December, the dog friendly event will have a number of unique items for sale. A COVID safety plan will be in place. LAKE MACQUARIE CHRISTMAS TWILIGHT MARKETS: Hosted at the Warners Bay Foreshore on Wednesday 1 December, the Christmas Twilight Markets will run from 4pm to 9pm. Over 100 stalls will offer a large range of Christmas gift giving ideas. Handmade arts and crafts, condiments, distilleries, wineries, fashion and accessories, food trucks, entertainment and kids rides and more will be available. For further information email pwpevents@hotmail.com CHRISTMAS GIFT AND CRAFT FAIR: The Maitland Country Women’s Association is having a Christmas Gift and Craft Fair on Saturday 4 December from 8am to 2pm at the CWA Hall (46 Church Street, Maitland). There will be unique items and gifts including handmade products, home grown foods, local honey, Christmas cakes, pudding and more. COVID rules apply.

MEET SANTA AT THE LEVEE: Shop local at The Levee this Christmas and enjoy a free photo with Santa. Simply scan one of the QR codes located on posters throughout The Levee during session times and you will receive a text message letting you know it is nearly your turn. If QR codes are not for you, the friendly Santa’s helpers at The Riverlink will be able to add you to the virtual queue. Until Saturday 19 December, Santa is available on Thursdays from 3pm to 7pm, Fridays from 9am to 1pm and Saturdays from 9am to 1pm. LOCALLY MADE AND PLAYED: This event series features more than 80 live music, micro theatre and comedy-style performances held across the city in the lead up to Christmas between 1 and 20 December. It kicks off with a performance from Nic Rage at 5 Sawyers. For the full program, go to whatson. newcastle.nsw.gov.au/events/locally-made-played-1

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Arts advocate takes out top award For Lake Macquarie’s Mercia Buck OAM arts are her “reason for getting up in the morning”, they’re something she’s been dedicated to for the past 40 years. She’s been instrumental in establishing the Warners Bay Theatre, founding Opera Hunter and organising countless arts performances across the Hunter region. That passion was recognised

Lake Macquarie Freeman of the City Mercia Buck is honoured to help the arts industry in the Hunter.

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last week after Ms Buck was awarded council’s Freeman of the City honour. It’s something she found “absolutely overwhelming”. “It’s a tribute not just to me, but to all the people who have responded to all of the initiatives we’ve taken in trying to develop the industry,” Ms Buck said. Despite more than four decades of hard work, the passionate creative shows no signs of letting up. “The arts – music or acting or whatever – they’re just in your blood,” she said. “It’s the reason for breathing, it’s the reason for getting up in the morning. “It doesn’t matter what happens in life – all the hard things and all the tragedies – you’ve always got this thing that you love to come back to.” Ms Buck, who served as a Lake Macquarie councillor from 1991

to 2008, is the ninth person in the city’s history to receive the accolade. She is only the second woman in a list of recipients dating back to 1985, and the first since former Lady Mayoress Ellen Kilpatrick and Don Caldwell, the city’s first town planner, were added in 2008. Mayor Kay Fraser believes her contribution to the city is without peer. “Creative arts in our region are so much richer thanks to Mercia’s tireless dedication, but her devotion to our community extends far beyond that,” she said. “She led the way as a strong female voice in local government at a time when it was a very maledominated arena. “I am among many people who have always looked to her for inspiration.” - Elizabeth Symington

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Inaugural Newcastle Garden Award winners announced There are a few happy “green thumbs” in the area this week. But, not before Newcastle Garden Awards presented by Tradie Network judges Judy Sharpe and Brian Bird were put to the test. The duo faced a tough time deciding the inaugural winners of the competition. However, the results are now in. The recipient of the large garden crown went to 8A Burwood Road, Whitebridge. A seven-acre property bordering Glenrock Reserve, it’s home to partially-formal gardens developed over 30 years surrounded by wellmaintained lawns. Hamilton South’s 21 Alexander

Street claimed the title of best small garden. The allotment was made up of an entry arbour with white marque roses and a predominantly white and purple colour theme. The small spaces category went to 37 Tuckeroo Circuit, Adamstown. It boasted a green sanctuary, created with clever use of pots and containers, with a mix flowers and tropical plants. Newcastle Garden Awards founder Michael Edwards said he was delighted with the response to the first-time event. “We received many great entries and all of our finalists set an extremely high standard, making

the judges’ job a challenging one,” he explained. “But, after a significant amount of debate Judy Sharpe and Brian Bird chose three very worthy winners, representing very different properties and types of garden. “We hope that the Newcastle community enjoyed a glimpse into some of the beautiful gardens we have across our region and potentially drawn some inspiration for their own gardens or small spaces. “I’m thrilled to say we have already received enquiries from numerous people who missed out on entering this year, so we expect to raise the bar even further in 2022.” - Rod Thompson

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If, like me, you have missed the fast approach to Christmas, don’t panic! You will be able to purchase instant pots of colour, but don’t leave it until Christmas Eve. After purchase begin applying Flourish weekly to promote new blooms. Nurseries and florists will have many temptations to give your home a festive feel – red poinsettias and bunches of NSW Christmas Bush will be available. Decorate a small living Christmas tree for the table or a colourful hydrangea – keeping in mind hydrangea can’t stay inside indefi nitely and watering is important. Look around your garden as a good provider of gifts, too.

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The Hunter region continues to defy nationwide trends.

Newcastle property market beats to its own drum The median house price in Newcastle surpassed Melbourne last month. Not even wage increases can keep up with the pace at which home values are rising across the country, and just days ago the former steel city recorded a sale of $8.7m – a figure thought to be the highest value for a house in the city’s history. So, where and when is this growth expected to end? According to data released by industry analysts CoreLogic this week, Australia’s property boom may have finally peaked, with figures now falling across much of the country. And, while vendors are still hoping to latch on to the tail end of what was a record-breaking time, a lowering of listing numbers suggests demand is tapering off. This is not the case for the Hunter though, which as a region continues to defy nation-wide trends. Last weekend a home in Merewether sold for an eyewatering $8.7 million. On 22 December, a 1226 square metre property at 30 Lloyd Street, again in the appealing seaside suburb, is expected to fetch in

excess of $9 million. Altitude Real Estate director Paul McAllister says the city’s property market is once again marching to the beat of its own drum. “Newcastle doesn’t have the aggressive peaks and troughs as the rest of the country,” he said. “I don’t think it ever has, and there are several reasons for that.” Mr McAllister says its location makes Newcastle resilient to many nationwide trends. “We’re the first major city in NSW outside Sydney,” he said. “That still allows access to family and friends in Sydney but without the traffic and the congestion that makes it a capital. “Another reason is that there are services here that continue to draw people to the region regardless of trends. “Services like the John Hunter [Hospital] which is a prominent teaching hospital, and the mining industry, our port and the fact that we’re a hub for a lot of specialist work. “These are things that are always going to attract people.” Mr McAllister has worked within the Newcastle real estate industry for the past 17 years.

He says while the pandemic and subsequent lockdowns may have fast-tracked the “property clock” a few weeks in what is traditionally a decade-long cycle of market growth, the boom is not yet over for his hometown. “I’d say we’re back to listing volumes pre-COVID,” he said. “We’ve got more homes on the market now which means more time for buyers to make a decision. “Four to six weeks ago, where we might have had 10 houses on the market, there are now 20. Homes weren’t available for long either, so buyers were forced to grab things fast if they didn’t want to miss out.” The balance between supply and demand remains the constant see-saw within the real estate industry, Mr McAllister says, but there are other driving factors that affect sales in the former steel city. “Interest rates will always be a driving factor in our industry, that goes without saying,” he told Newcastle Weekly. “But we’re also now seeing the people that were hosting Zooms and home-schooling and couldn’t open their homes up for sale, they’re now joining the market.

“We’ve got expats returning from overseas who need a place to live, and soon we’ll have the international students arriving, so their parents will be looking to buy.” New research shows after an initial exodus to the regions, many Australians will return to office work in 2022 which will once again affect the real estate industry, Mr McAllister suggests. “Initially there were thousands looking for a sea or tree change during the pandemic, but many are now hoping to return to the office,” he said. “Working from home wasn’t all they’d hoped for and they’re looking forward to joining the office environment again. “Let’s face it half the world moved to Byron Bay during the lockdown and now that they’re all waiting half-an-hour in line for a coffee every day they’re seeing it’s not all it’s cracked up to be,” he jokes. “We don’t have that problem here in Newcastle and you only have to look at how many more beautiful beaches we have to understand why people want to live here.” - Rebecca Riddle newcastleweekly.com.au

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BED

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CAR

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Trades & Services Guide

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

ANTENNAS

INDEX

Builders

Computer Repairs

Decks

Doors

Gardening

Guttering

Gyprocking

Home Maintenance

Lawn Mowing

Locksmiths

Painting

Plumbing & Gasfitting

Pressure Cleaning

Roofing

Rubbish Removals

Sewing Machine Repairs

Tiling

Tree Services

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Call ALAN WRIGHT 0412 782 202

huntervalleyantennaservice.com.au

AWNINGS

Licence No: 167510c

FREE QUOTES PLEASE CALL TROY 0414997639 EMAIL TROYSBATHROOMS@HOTMAIL.COM TAP AND TOILET REPAIRS Jordan

0420 991 235

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

REFRIGERATION & AIR CONDITIONING

Lic No. 162879c

Servicing Newcastle and Lake Mac region ABN 27697651570 Artick:AU46521

FREE QUOTE

Call 0409 854 388

To get your business listed Call Julie on 0413 017 353 or email

Julie.h@newcastleweekly.com.au

tiptoptaps.com.au

Lic.273 174c ABN: 32 62 92 47 669

BIKE REPAIRS

Phone Matt: 4971 6762 0414 941 922 NW0273

• Supply • Installation • Servicing

HUNTER BUILDING AND BATHROOMS RENOVATIONS • Full bathroom renovation from start to finish • Small renovations, decks and patios

AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING Air conditioning:

Digital Antenna Installations & Repairs Poor Reception Area Specialist Digital TV Fault Detection External Outlets All Work Guaranteed

NW0467

Bike Repairs

• • • • •

Mobile Bike Repair *Bicycle Servicing *Road & Hybrid Bikes *Bicycle Repairs *Mountain Bikes *Bike Assembly *E-Bike Kits Fitting *Bicycle Upgrades *BMX & Kids Bikes *Bikes & Parts For Sale

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS NBB Nathan Brown Building

To Get You On Your Bike Faster Call Ossie 0410 584 422

• BATHROOM RENOVATIONS • Commercial or Residential • Renovations & Extensions • Fully Licenced and Insured • Decks and Pergolas • Personal service & reliability

Call Nathan today for an obligation free quote nathan@nathanbrownbuilding.com.au

0422 622 264 Lic no. 202694C

BOOK YOUR SPACE

Call Julie on 0413 017 353 or email Julie.h@newcastleweekly.com.au

NW00532AA

NW00569AA

Bathroom Renovations

ANTENNA SERVICE

BUILDERS D + J MILLER CONSTRUCTIONS *NEW HOMES extensions renovations *Maintenance *all aspects of building

No job too big or small! FREE quotes! Honest + reliable service!

NW0013

NW0085-V2

Awnings

HUNTER VALLEY

Lic 297378C

NW0726

Antennas

NW0997

Air Conditioning/Heating

BATHROOM RENOVATIONS

Phone Daryl 0400 117 867 OR 4920 7526

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Trades & Services Guide GARDENING

LAWN MOWING

JACKS ALL THINGS GARDENING AND LANDSCAPING

LAWN-MOWING

• 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

Servicing Newcastle and Lake Macquarie

M 0423 523 315 Email anruca@bigpond.com

Jack 0427 807 930

LOCKSMITHS

CARDIFF GUTTERING SPECIALIST

Computer Problems? We Come To You!

Dan’s Mobile Computer Service

• Repairs or renewal • Leaf & Bird Proofing • Gutter Cleaning • Stormwater drainage Lic L10548

0421 750 216

Lock and Shield Locksmiths Servicing Newcastle and Lake Macquarie

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

James Murphy-May | Locksmith

Call Terry 4954 0309 or 0414 540 309

0432 611 558 info@lockandshieldlocksmiths.com.au www.lockandshieldlocksmiths.com.au

NW0062

> Computer Repairs & Upgrades > Computer Tuition > Friendly & Affordable Help

NW0070

0426 811 970

jack_shaz@bigpond.com

GUTTERING

COMPUTER REPAIRS

Daniel Curran - Senior Technician info@danscomputers.com.au www.danscomputers.com.au

Call Green Goat:

Master Lic: 000106645

GYPROCKING

PAINTING

MG PLASTERING

PAINTER HANDYman

DECKS

Qualified in all aspects of

GYPROCK AND PLASTERING

• Quality Work • Pensioner Discounts • Dulux Paint Specialist • Low Rates

NW1100

NW0449

Free Quotes

Insured & Reliable

– NO JOB TOO SMALL –

Over 30 Years Painting Experience

Patch-up specialists.

0402 923 984 OR 4955 4677

PHONE MICK 0419 977 039

Lic No: 18545C

Lic 251316c

GYPROCKING New Work Renovations Pre Paint Repairs Small jobs

Call Bill 0401 624 029

Interior, exterior wallpaper removal neat work - prompt service

Pensioner discounts LIC NO. 77284C

ALL WORK GUARANTEED • FREE QUOTES • ALL AREAS

DOORS

Keith Minton

pa i nter

HOME MAINTENANCE

ABN 28942304697 work up to $5000 NW0257

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NW00530AA

Extensions Renovations Decks

NW0504

B.L.N.179648C

NW0058

BUILDERS

PHONE MICK 0408 298 994

Highly Decorated Painting Services

Prompt • Pristine • Professional

FREE QUOTES

Interior + exterior painting + decorating

Sliding Door, Window & Wardrobe Repairs Sliding Door, Window & Wardrobe Repairs

02 4023 7547 02 4023 7547 38

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

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

NW0253

CALL Robert 0449 019 166 Nathan 0431 754 132 ABN 55757066216 Work up to $5000

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Newcastle

24 Hour Service

0421 321 458 0416 152 422

Licence No L13318

www.oziwi.com.au

EMAIL: oziwirooﬁ ng@gmail.com

Dave Knight Mob: 0418 686 472

PLUMBING

Lic L10548

benny57@bigpond.net.au

PATRICK’S SEWING MACHINE

repairs WIN! Festive books

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PRESSURE CLEANING

PH 0411 275 032

HIGH PRESSURE WATER CLEANING

NW0053

4954 0309 • 0414 540 309

Mobile: 0408 681 866 Phone Ian: 4948 6551

SEWING MACHINE REPAIRS

NW0063

Phone Terry Slupik - All areas

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EXPERIENCE

TILING

Residential + commercial Driveway Paths Patios Retaining Walls Whole Homes soft wash

TILING

NW0085-V2

ROOFING

RIGHT AS RAIN ROOFING

Ph Scott: 0402 225 341

Lic No. 177893C

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

NW0052

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ALL AREAS Also available Colouring & Resealing

Enter to win

NW competition winners

• All roof repairs & renewal

The winners in our latest round of competition draws are:

• No job too big or small • Quality tradesman

Cliff Richard The Great 80 Tour double passes: Harvey Neale, Frances Crotty, Debbie Fox NW0054

Lic no 112440c

40 YEARS’ EXPERIENCE NO JOB TOO SMALL OR LARGE

NW1293

NW0132

0412 510 111 or 4933 5280

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

Service guaranteed Ph Shane 4959 6091 Mob 0410 564 044

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

FREE QUOTES!

CARDIFF

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

BTS TREE SERVICES

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

ALL AREAS Ph/Fax: 4958 1658 Pensioner discounts Lic No. L3569 No job too big or small

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

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

RUBBISH REMOVAL

Plumber • Drainer • Gasfitter Water saver specialists • Taps • Toilets

For FREE QUOTE Call Gary 0455111597

Lic No: 261305C

QU O TES

Tree Lopping specialists

RUBBISH REMOVALS

Dave Knights Plumbing Services

Big or small, we do it all!

FREE

PHONE BRICE OR MANDY NW0341

Hot Water Systems | Gas and Electric

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

LTITUDE

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

NW0418-V17

0413 753 883

Serving TH E HUNTER

Call Alan

TREE SERVICES NW1400-V8

Cherry Plumbing

ROOFING

NW1363

PLUMBING & GASFITTING

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SECURE NOW, BUILD EARLY 2022 Fixed Price House and Land Package Bristol 30 (Guest Suite)

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Norah

$ 699,900

$ 633,700

$ 604,917

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Lot 1381 Reserve Road, Cliftleigh

Package Price Lot 1362 Cliften Avenue, Cliftleigh $699,900*

Lot 1362, Cliftleigh Meadows, Cliftleigh 2

Block Size: 473m | Montague Facade

Bristol 30 (Guest Suite)

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House Price

Land Price

$434,900

$265,000

Package includes:

Lot: 473m2 •

Advantage Series Luxury Inclusions

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Alarm System & Remote Controlled Garage Door

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Stone benchtop to kitchen

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Plain concrete to alfresco (where applicable)

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SMEG kitchen appliance package

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Driveway and path to entry

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Standard range floor tiles to entry, kitchen, meals & family room

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Roof Sarking

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Standard range quality wool blend sisal carpet to balance of home

Home: 198.3m2 Lot: 547.8m2

Home: 201.68m2 Lot: 491m2

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Call 1300 490 716

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Everyday life is easy at Cliftleigh Meadows, with an abundance of shopping, education, medical and recreation facilities easily accessible. Surrounded by 125 acres of parkland, and connected by a vibrant community, this contemporary master planned community provides the life you want to live. These house and land packages are available from leading builders and will be ready to build Feb/March 2022.

Call 0466 747 555 cliftleighmeadows.com.au Photographs & illustrations are intended to be a visual aid only. Package prices are subject to availability & subject to change without notice. Furniture shown is for illustrative purpose only & is not included in the purchase price. 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_013