31 March 2022 by Newcastle Weekly

thursday 31 march 2022

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The shocking murder of a young mother in Newcastle at the weekend once again highlighted the many flaws in our legal system.

Twenty-one-year-old Mackenzie Anderson should have felt safe.

She had done everything asked of her – and more, including changing her name and obtaining an apprehended violence order against her former partner.

It is understood, she also reported him to police on several occasions. But, sadly, her claims of sustained violence, even when she shared pictures of her bruised and busted face, went unheard. Her ex, who I will not name, broke into Ms Anderson’s Mayfield home in breach of the AVO. What occurred next is truly appalling, especially when her child was also found at the scene covered in blood. Thankfully, her son was physically unharmed. And, although the 22-year-old man who allegedly committed the crime was arrested and charged with murder, aggravated enter dwelling with intent, and breach AVO, that’s little consolation to Ms Anderson, her toddler, friends and family.

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HELPING HAND

Men’s Shed makes Graeme’s life easier ROAD TO RUIN

Newcastle cyclists seek support to upgrade velodrome HOLIDAY TIME

Newcastle’s Matt and Brett star in Travel Guides

on the cover

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Charli Hartley (12), Dom Thomas (17) and Ocean Lancaster (13) ahead of their Surfest events. See cover story, page 11. Shot on location at Merewether Beach. Photo: Peter Stoop

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They must be shaking their heads in dismay.

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Not only are they dealing with their grief at such a horrendous act, they’re wondering why nothing was done to prevent it from happening at all. Until next week, look after yourself.

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Men’s Shed handiwork changes Graeme’s life A bit of ingenuity by members of the Newcastle Men’s Shed has made a world of difference for amputee Graeme James. The local organisation recently installed a wheelchair ramp – complete with handrail – at the New Lambton resident’s home. And, the group’s handiwork was given the “thumbs up” by the grateful man, who lost his right leg from cancer in 2016. “I’m delighted with it,” Mr James said. “It’s definitely made life easier for me – in fact, it’s changed it totally. “I was in danger of falling over, so I really needed the ramp.” Thankfully, a simple conversation with mate, and Newcastle Men’s Shed member, Mick Whatley kick-

started the project. “I mentioned to him that I was having some trouble,” Mr James said. “To be honest, it was beginning to be a real safety hazard for me. “So, when we spoke, Mick just replied: ‘that sounds like a job for the men’s shed’. “He then came around with a couple of blokes, who measured the area. “Not long after, about half a dozen of them installed the ramp and handrail. “It’s been fantastic. “Now, I’ve got greater freedom to enter my home and access my vehicle. “I can’t thank the guys enough.” Newcastle Men’s Shed secretary Wayne Grant said his band of merry labourers were only too happy to

New Lambton resident Graeme James gives the “thumbs up” to Newcastle Men’s Shed members Andy Peters, Michael Whatley and Wayne Grant. Photo: Peter Stoop

assist Mr James. “It’s what we do – and we’re never short of work,” he told the Newcastle Weekly. “Once the guys had the specifications, we designed and built the ramp at our premises. “We then assembled and installed it over 10 days. “Some local hoteliers, such as the Town Hall Hotel (Waratah) and Royal Inn Hotel (Waratah), donated money towards the work while the materials were supplied by Metroll

(steel) and Bunnings (wood). “The support from businesses has been great.” Mr James is hoping for a few modifications in the near future, too, however that’s unlikely, according to Mr Grant. “After using the ramp for a short period, Graeme asked us for a banked corner for a faster exit,” he added with a laugh. “We could… but no was the answer.” - Rod Thompson

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Students raise more than $100,000 for vital cause While most students across the Hunter went to school as normal last Thursday, things were very different at Merewether High. What started out as an average day, turned into something rather exciting when more than 100 people got up on stage and shaved or chopped their hair. The students made the bold and brave move to support the Leukemia Foundation. Since the start of the year, they’ve been raising funds with the hope of donating $80,000 to the charity. At the time, it seemed like an impossible target but after three months of fundraising they managed to hit it. In fact, they exceeded their goal by more than $30,000 – raising a

whopping $110,006. Vice captain Charlie Lentfer could not be prouder of their efforts and says it was incredible to see it all come together. “It’s amazing, it’s honestly a great feeling and it’s a weight off our shoulders,” he said. “We’re so glad it is over and that it all came together and we raised so much money for such a great cause. “I’ve had my hair shaved a few times but I know a few people who had longer hair, for them it is a literal weight off their shoulders. “I think it’s a great feeling to have the wind go through your scalp,” he added with a laugh. “I am so proud of everybody, we all worked so hard, it was a real group effort and it was great to see

Parnika and Emily were two of the brave souls who said goodbye to their hair. Photo: Peter Stoop

the whole school get behind it and the wider community.” Participating in the World’s Greatest Shave has become a tradition for the school – each year the Year 12 cohort come together to plan the event with the aim of helping as many people as possible. They also like to set a fundraising target that will beat the years before – in 2021 the pupils raised more than $70,000 while 12 months earlier they

donated $52,000. Prefect Eshal Khalid is stoked they managed to raise so much money. “It’s really exciting because I feel like this whole time, even throughout high school, everyone has been looking forward to this event,” she said. “It is nice to see all of our efforts come together.” - Elizabeth Symington

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Velodrome on the road to ruin, says local cyclists The Newcastle Hunter Cycling Club’s (NHCC) production line of amazing talent is in danger of disappearing due to the sub-standard condition of its velodrome. With the Broadmeadow facility in dire need of repairs and lighting, the circuit’s a mere shadow of its former self. In fact, the organisation’s juniors recently had to travel to the Dunc Gray indoor centre in Bass Hill just to train in readiness for major competitions. “That we have so many NSW champions in Newcastle is incredible considering our poor amenities,” president Justin Rose said. “We’ve also had quite a few masters, world recordholders and champs, national medallists, too. “The club’s prolific in churning

out stars but it’s surprising given the state of the local velodrome. “It is well and truly below par to produce athletes of that quality. “So, there’s a real concern for NHCC moving forward. At the moment, there are a lot of people who head to Sydney to utilise the training facilities required to hone their skills. “It’s disappointing, especially when you consider how big Newcastle is. We should have our own first-class track.” Rose said it was a far cry from the club’s halcyon days. “A lot of work occurred in the 1970s by many people, who actually lobbied the governments to build the original facility,” he stated. “However, basically since then, there’s only been a few dollars spent

Newcastle Hunter Cycling Club members Caitlin Rose and Hayley Dell at the sub-standard Broadmeadow velodrome. Photo: Peter Stoop

on the place. Much of that has come from the Velodrome Trust or the land managers to keep it to an acceptable safe level. Now, we’re at a point where we need to try and lobby people to get it upgraded.” Rose said the members weren’t giving up but required some financial assistance. “We’ve approached the local state and federal politicians and, even, council,” he explained. “We regularly put in for funding

through Crown Lands and other agencies that have money available. “It’s just disappointing we can’t obtain any decent funds. “We received a little bit to upgrade the lighting power pole and some electrical circuits but that was mostly to keep it compliant, not to make any actual improvements there. “So, if there’s anyone who is in a position to help us secure funding, we’d love to hear from you.” - Rod Thompson

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Meet the next generation of world-class surfers “Time slows down, you get a rush of adrenaline in the tube and then when you come out everything is spinning and you feel amazing.” That’s how 17-year-old Swansea surfer Dom Thomas describes catching a barrel in his favourite vocation. Dom is one of a number of youngsters set to compete in this year’s Surfest, the largest surfing festival in the southern hemisphere. Like his passionate counterparts, he hopes that competing in this iconic Newcastle event will show he’s ready to take on some of the big guns. And, while these teens may be considered the young guns of the waves, some barely past the grommet stage, they are no less passionate about their futures than the heroes

they admire. Dom, Ocean Lancaster, Amelie Bourke and Charli Hatley are a handful of names to watch at this year’s 36th annual surfing competition. They’ll be joined by more than 800 male and female competitors from more than a dozen countries in the Asia-Pacific, chasing waves from Redhead to Merewether. Already the owners of some coveted junior surf titles, the quartet are eager to showcase their styles, from air grabs to back-hand snaps and the frothed-over grab rails. “Getting barrels after barrels, that’s the best feeling in the world,” Dom says. “You don’t remember the wipeouts but you remember the adrenalin of

Charli Hately (12), Dom Thomas (17), Amelie Bourke (19) and Ocean Lancaster (13) at Merewether Beach. Photo: Peter Stoop

being inside a barrel.” For Currumbin-based 12-year-old Charli Hately, who is becoming a regular at beaches in the former steel city, winning heats at Surfest would be yet another feather in her bow. The relative newcomer to the sport has already been crowned Queensland’s U/14 Champion and the U/16 Sanbah Cadet Cup wildcard winner. And, she’s only been surfing for two years. “I surf everyday though,” she told

Newcastle Weekly. “And, I did a bit of nippers when I was younger.” Merewether 13-year-old Ocean Lancaster says he’s stoked to be competing in his hometown, and not just at his regular surfing haunt. “This whole stretch of beach is pretty good. It’s got heaps of good banks everywhere and it’s always classic surf,” he says. Go to newcastleweekly.com.au for the full story. - Rebecca Riddle

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Hunter Mega Creatures Explore the Hunter Valley Gardens and roam among the dinosaurs these school holidays as you make special memories at Mega Creatures. Open from Saturday 2 April until Sunday 1 May, this perfect day out includes rides, Easter Egg hunts, interactive fossil digs and giant animatronic animals for all the family to enjoy. For more information or to purchase tickets, go to huntervalleygardens. com.au/event/mega-creatures/

Newcastle Writers Festival

From Friday 1 until Sunday 3 April, the Newcastle Writers Festival will shine a light on some of Australia’s most respected writers. To be hosted in the Civic precinct, there are a number of free and ticketed events, panel discussions, readings, interviews, and book launches. Go to newcastlewritersfestival.org.au/ for more.

Youth Week colour runs Colour run events aimed at under-18s are scheduled for Saturday 9 April and Thursday 14 April at Morisset and Windale PCYC centres. At the events, attendees will have to weave their way through an obstacle course which involves tyre hopping, a slip ‘n’ slide, sprinkler and star jump station. Go to lakemac.com.au for more information.

University Choir’s first concert in 2022

The Newcastle University Choir will revel in its return to the stage next month with its first concert in two years. The gifted vocalists are set to present Handel’s masterpiece and the world’s mostloved choral work, Messiah, at Newcastle City Hall on Saturday 9 April from 2.30pm. Joining the choir, artistic director Dr Christopher Allan and Christ Church Camerata orchestra will be soprano Anna Sandström, alto Nicole Smeulders, tenor Brad Cooper and bass Andrew O’Connor. Tickets are available at civictheatrenewcastle.com.au

Tenambit-Morpeth Probus Club meeting Tenambit-Morpeth Probus Club is located in the Maitland area and meets at East Maitland Bowling Club on the third Tuesday of each month at 10 am. The mixed club has been operating since 1988. The group enjoys outings and lunches and, each month, they have a guest speaker. At the next meeting which is on Tuesday 19 April the theme will be Anzac Day. Visitors are more than welcome to join - contact Joy on 4966 1431 for further information.

Jason Carruthers' Country Rock 'n Roll show

On Friday 13 May from 5pm local musician Jason Carruthers will host a concert at the Tomago Bowls and Sports Club. Called the All Star Country Rock 'n Roll show, it is set to be a night where the audience can dance their worries away. The event is free and will feature great food. Share your community event. Email news@newcastleweekly.com.au with ‘HYH’ in the subject field. Deadline is 10 days prior to Thursday edition date.

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Combine the remaining ingredients in a bowl, then pour in the egg mixture and mix until you have a smooth batter. Pour the batter over the plums and smooth the top. Bake the cake for 30 minutes or until golden brown on top and cooked through. Serve warm with some lovely thick cream.

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What’s on FREEDOM OF ENTRY: About 25 officers and sailors from the Royal Australian Navy will march through the streets of Maitland on Saturday 2 April as the HMAS Maitland prepares to be decommissioned. It will start at The Levee’s Shared Zone at 10am and will finish at the Maitland Regional Art Gallery. For more information, visit maitlandevents.com.au/freedom-of-entry GARAGE SALE: Next month the Swansea Men’s Shed will host a massive garage sale. Rain, hail or shine the event will go ahead at their shed on the Pacific Highway at Blacksmiths, just north of the bridge. Items will be on sale from 7.30am on Saturday 2 April. MIXED WORLD: From 1 until 28 April the Hunter Wetlands is hosting an exhibition called Mixed World. It features artworks from Emily Lewer and Jharna Williams. The official opening will be on Saturday 9 April. Book your spot by calling 4951 6466. WHERE THE WATER STARTS: On Monday 4 April at Event Cinemas Kotara Mandy King and Fabio Cavadini will host a screening of Where The Water Starts. It’s a documentary they produced which tells the story of the challenges facing the Snowy Mountains. It starts at 7pm, visit fan-force.com/ screenings/where-the-water-starts-event-cinemaskotara/ to book a ticket.

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MOVIE AND MAGIC SHOW: On Friday 8 April the Cessnock Performing Arts Centre will screen Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone after hosting a BBQ and magic show with JD’s World of Magic. Bookings are essential, they can be made at cessnockperformingartscentre.com.au or by phoning 4993 4266. It is a joint Youth Week and Seniors Festival event. It all starts a 5.30pm. TRAILER BOAT FISHING TOURNAMENT: The Club Marine Trailer Boat Fishing Tournament at D’Albora Marinas, Nelson Bay this weekend (Friday 1 to Sunday 3 April) is perfect for the whole family to enjoy. It is a fishing tournament for small boat anglers of all ages and skill levels. Entry fees apply. Go to tbft.net.au/2020/01/2020tournament-april-4-5-6/ for more info.

HUNTER VALLEY STEAMFEST: The Burton Automotive Hunter Valley Steamfest returns to Maitland on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 April for its 35th anniversary event. The program, presented by the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC), will be headlined by the return of tank engine 3801. Go to steamfest.com.au for more info. THE SPIEGELTENT: From Friday 1 to Saturday 23 April, The Spigeltent is returning to Newcastle. The highly-anticipated program is bringing a champagne-soaked cabaret and a new magical bar to the city. Go to facebook.com/ spiegeltentnewcastle for more info. SEND YOUR FREE ENTERTAINMENT LISTINGS FOR WHAT’S ON TO: editorial@newcastleweekly.com.au.

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Matt and Brett are excited to share their holiday with you “Pour yourself a really nice cocktail, order some food, get a group of friends together and come on holiday with us.” That’s the message from lovable Newcastle duo Matt and Brett as their latest season of Travel Guides hits TV screens across the country. The fi rst episode aired last night - it marked the start of an entertaining series featuring the long-time couple, fellow Novocastrians the Fren family, twin cowgirls Stack and Mel, posh retirees Kevin and Janetta and best mates Kev, Dorian and Teng. The pair hopes the series encourages people to start

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exploring again after a difficult two years full of restrictions, border closures and lockdowns. They even suggest planning one of the trips you see on the show. Brett says they are incredibly excited for people to see the rest of the series. “We can’t wait to share it with everyone because it is like our own little holiday videos,” he told Newcastle Weekly. “They fi nally get to see what we did, so that’s very exciting, and our friends and family like to watch it and they can’t believe some of the crazy things we get to do.” Matt adds it’s like they get to go on the holiday twice when they rewatch their adventures. While they couldn’t go into too much detail, Matt says one of his favourite trips during the series was in America. The guides drove a very large motorhome across the country. “To be able to drive a motorhome across the US, it’s one of those rites of passage for all Americans, like on National Lampoon’s Vacation,” Matt said. “And, it’s not just driving a motorhome, it’s driving on the wrong side of a 12-lane freeway, that’s the scariest thing,” Brett added. “Everything is in miles per hour and we’re trying to work out what’s that in kilometres and then they barely fit inside the lanes and as you go across state borders, lanes get

narrower, so it really was great fun.” When it comes to their dream destination, Matt says it is difficult to choose one, the avid travelers have visited much of the globe and can’t wait to see more of it. “But, if you have to visit one place before you die you have to go to Greece,” Matt said. “If it is your one last destination just buy a one-way ticket to Greece and have your Shirley Valentine moment on the beach and never come back,” Brett added with a laugh. You can catch the show on Channel 9 or 9Now. - Elizabeth Symington

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IN THE GARDEN JUDY SHARPE

Wet weather discouraging gardeners from planting out vegetables but don’t despair Tomorrow begins the second month of autumn. Normally by now, we are enjoying fine, warm weather in the lead up to winter. Not so this year, the rain keeps continuing. The wet weather has discouraged gardeners planting out winter vegetables and flowers, which just seems to wither after planting before having time to establish. Pansies, particularly, would like a sheltered spot out of the weather. For example, I was at a friend’s apartment earlier this week for our annual Oscars party (only two of us) and I noticed on her front patio a trough planted out with dianthus growing successfully. The reason being, they were getting light and sun when it shines, but shelter from the rain. April is normally the ideal month to plant pansies, stocks, primula and poppies, which are

traditionally planted on Anzac Day. All of these flowers like an alkaline soil, which can be achieved by digging in poultry manure a week before planting. Spring bulbs may be in short supply this year, too. I find The Diggers Club in Mornington, Victoria, keeps a great range of bulbs and their mailing service is ideal. Remember to put hyacinths and tulips into the fridge crisper for at least two weeks before planting, as this tricks them into believing they have been under the snow. Bedding of bulbs should be done by May. Certain flowers planted now will bloom and produce through autumn and winter, ensuring that gardens and pots aren’t sparse while awaiting the first burst of spring.

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The Hunter attracts buyers from all over Singleton will join Wickham in welcoming a new large-scale residential development, as the Hunter cements its reputation as an idyllic place to live. The 57-hectare site on Pioneer Road in Hunterview has been purchased by Sydney-based developer Multipart Property with plans to develop a 400-lot residential subdivision. The five parcels of land are said to be worth $12.655 million. It follows the development of Bowline, the group’s 97 luxury highrise apartments currently under construction in Wickham. Located at Dangar Street and set for completion in 2024, Bowline will offer views of Newcastle Harbour and nearby marinas, located two

kilometres from the CBD and adjacent to the new Newcastle Light Rail Interchange. “This latest acquisition represents a definite shift towards regional locations and will also be our first house and land project,” director of Multipart Property Matt Zappia says. “The Newcastle and Hunter region has been a strong performer throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and is poised for further growth – bolstered by an influx of people moving to the regions.” Newcastle apartments reached an average price of $825,000 between 2020 and 2021, up 32.3% on the previous year, according to PRD Nationwide. Newcastle median house prices

are also edging closer to the million-dollar mark, sitting at $912,000 and reflecting growth of 11.8%. “With flexible hybrid and working from home styles the new norm, we see even greater potential in the Newcastle and Hunter region,” Mr Zappia says. “Statistics show many families are relocating from Sydney to Newcastle to enjoy a relaxed lifestyle while still being in proximity to Sydney CBD and metropolitan areas.” In fact, the shift from city to regional areas within Australia has more than doubled prepandemic levels, led by Sydney, according to the Regional Australia Institute (RAI).

And, it’s not just the cityslickers heading to the Hunter, according to PRD Nationwide. “We have seen a new trend emerging with at least 20% of buyers from the country seeking to relocate to Newcastle from areas including Taree, Tamworth and Greta,” PRD Newcastle real estate agent Bree Atkinson says. “While Sydney buyers are seeking a slower pace, these country buyers are looking for more activity and access to amenities including entertainment, education and medical facilities.” Bowline is currently 85% sold and has fetched prices of up to $1.6 million for a three-bedroom apartment. - Rebecca Riddle

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