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q Hon Troy Grant MP with volunteers from Marine Rescue Port Stephens. Photo by Mandy Ellis support for Marine Rescue Port Stephens (MRPS), Hon Troy Grant, MP, spent two hours at the facility on
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this is where his parents lived for many years.
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Steve Bernasconi of Port Stephens Council, told News Of The Area, “The purpose of the Ngioka Centre is to first and foremost provide a disability service to some of the most vulnerable people living in the region.” “There is no doubt that
the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) has changed the landscape in which disability services are delivered.” “At present Council is in negotiations with an NDIS
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COMMUNITY group volunteers of Landcare and Tidy Towns from Port Stephens have strongly opposed potential changes at the Ngioka Centre, Little Beach.
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Mr Grant was given a guided tour of the Unit, including the radio room, gift shop, museum and external facilities. The visit enabled the Minister for Emergency Services to officially present MRPS with a suite of first aid
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service provider to deliver an even broader range of services at the Ngioka Centre, including the horticultural therapy program, which is important to the community,” he said. For many years the Ngioka Centre’s disability services have included a horticultural therapy program which grew tube stock of local native plants which have been sold, however the core purpose of the program has always been centred around enriching the lives of the disabled clients of the centre. Tube stock has been
training equipment as part of a $12,800 recruitment and skills grant. The grant was provided under the Emergency Volunteer Support Scheme (EVSS), which supports the recruitment, training and retention of emergency services volunteers. Mr Grant inspected the equipment, worth a total of $6,000, during the visit and told News Of The Area, “I
purchased by Council for use in local parks, Landcare, Tidy Towns Groups and the public. Providers of NDIS Disability Services must be registered, and must meet requirements regarding qualifications, approvals, experience and capacity for the approved supports that they can offer to clients. Margaret Wilkinson, Works Co-ordinator for the Corlette Parks Reserves and Landcare Group said, “For the long-term survival of native plants, it is really important that they are local and endemic”. It is understood that a recommendation will go to the meeting of Council scheduled for 27 June.
announced this important funding boost at Marine Rescue Headquarters in April, so I am delighted to see first hand the range of equipment that has been purchased to assist MRPS volunteers in carrying out their duties.” “The remaining $6,800 will be invested in the recruitment of more volunteers for this extremely busy unit.” During the past year
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Neil Hansford said, “Marine Rescue Port Stephens is very reliant on grants from Government and other sources to continually upgrade its life saving and training equipment due to the very high cost of these items. Members are the lifeblood of the Unit and to receive a grant to promote membership is a real commitment by Government to have strong Marine Rescue Units.”
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alone, rescue crews in Port Stephens have responded to 200 incidents, including almost 30 life-threatening emergencies. “This grant will help the Unit recruit more members so we can continue to rely on MRPS to monitor our waterways and keep the community safe for generations to come,” Mr Grant said. Deputy Unit Commander,
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q The Port Harmony Choir at a recent concert. Photo by Port Harmony
The men and women of the choir perform a wide array of sacred, secular and popular music at their two major concerts held annually in the Port Stephens region. Port Harmony’s next major concert is being held on Saturday 24 June at 2pm at the Uniting Church, 174 Salamander Way, Salamander Bay. Joanna Davies of Port Harmony told News Of The Area, “The concert is entitled ‘Let me tell you ‘bout the…..’ - a somewhat suggestive yet irresistible theme of whimsical, scintillating and comical songs that celebrate our natural world.” “The songs that have been chosen will be sure to leave you buzzing with excitement,” she said. Port Harmony’s musical director is renowned soprano, and vocal teacher, Kathryn Dries. Kathryn, and talented
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soprano, Kathleen Moore, will also be performing at the concert, accompanied by Newcastle pianist Michael Power. Kathryn’s passion for the choir and her commitment to perfection has been noted by many a passion and commitment that comes from the enjoyment she derives from leading the choir and engaging them in professional vocal tuition. If you are interested in being considered as a member of Port Harmony an audition is required. Tickets are $25 for the concert and are available from www.eventbrite.com.au or Black Pepper at Salamander Shopping Centre. For any further information in relation to either auditioning to become a member of the Port Harmony Concert, please call 0401 698 003.
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LOCAL women Carol Compton and Jodi Cooper will be donning their hiking boots on 17 June, for a mammoth 16-day trek to raise money for children’s cancer charity, Camp Quality. Starting in Alice Springs, it is a 240km hike following the West MacDonnell ranges in the Northern Territory. Camp Quality has been operating since 1983, providing assistance to families of children aged 0-13 diagnosed with cancer. This may be financial assistance, fun trips away, and entertainment for children in hospital, as well as education programs in schools and putting families in contact with others on the same journey. Carol became involved in the charity through a friend and has been volunteering at the charity’s local office in Warners Bay for the last 10 years. She also performs a housekeeping role at the charity’s family holiday house in Salamander Bay. A veteran trekker, this will be Carol’s third major sponsored adventure, having previously walked the Kokoda Track and the Sandakan Death March in Borneo. Between Carol and Jodi, they have raised a staggering $12,500. Jodi wishes to acknowledge Steve Harding from Bayside
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q Jodi Cooper with daughter Grace Cooper. Jewellers in Nelson Bay who has been a very generous corporate sponsor and mentor. These formidable ladies have been training for three months, with aerobics three times a week and long bush walks through rugged terrain carrying 6kg backpacks. The wider group of intrepid trekkers of 13 ladies and one man is made up of volunteers and those touched by cancer.
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They are planning to walk 1519kms some days and 25-29kms on other days, depending on the terrain. Temperatures in the area currently range from freezing nights to the low 20s during the day. Jodi, who became involved through her daughter, who is a volunteer, told News Of The Area that she was “Excited and ready, having done a lot of training. I’m
q Ronnie Gurr Singing. is not for those who don’t like a bit of graphic violence. “In writing the book and
killing off those who had betrayed her in her early life, she let go of the pain.” “The love story does have a happy ending despite the couple having been married to three other people, and having lived in various nations from South Africa to the United Kingdom. They are now happy living together in Port Stephens,” she said. The showcase of talent continued with Ronnie’s serenade of classics from Engelbert Humperdinck’s ‘Quando, Quando, Quando’ to Roy Orbison, Cliff Richard, Elvis Presley, Plácido Domingo, Andrea
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really looking forward to it”. The fearless duo are still looking for sponsors. All money raised will stay in the local area, which ranges from Wyong to Dubbo to Coffs Harbour. Donations can be made at: trek4kidslarapinta. everydayhero.com/au/carol or trek4kidslarapinta.everydayhero. com/au/jodi.
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DYLAN is twelve years old and lives in Medowie. His family also lives in Anna Bay. Suffering from nodular heterotopia, a medical condition which leaves Dylan blind, he cannot walk, talk, sit, and also has no gait muscles. Dylan suffers multiple epileptic seizures daily. Dylan’s family desperately needs a vehicle which they can use to transport Dylan and his wheelchair to get to school and medical appointments. The Sporting Hope Association is a group of local like-minded people seeking to make a difference for people living in the Port Stephens community like Dylan.
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They have organised a Day For Dylan on 23 July at Nelson Bay Bowling Club. The social bowling event is for two games of 12 ends followed by a roast lunch with the entry fee for each team of four $80. You can register a team of men, ladies or mixed fours to play in the Day For Dylan fundraiser at Nelson Bay Bowling Club. Football greats John Peard and Leo Toohey will be making an appearance on the day. The Sporting Hope Association is seeking donations for raffles and of course funds to assist in raising the $30,000 needed to buy a vehicle which will greatly enhance Dylan’s life.
Good Deed for Red Shield STUDENTS from St Philip’s Christian College, Port Stephens took part in the annual Red Shield Appeal doorknock around the Salamander Bay and Corlette areas on Sunday 28 May. “The staff at the College couldn’t have been prouder of the 25 students who volunteered from Middle School and Senior School,” Head of Middle School Mr Glen Urane said. “Each of these students gave up three hours of their time to collect money for the Salvation Army.” Together over $2000 was raised to help those in need. “Thank you to the Salvation Army for the work that they do and for the opportunity to join them again this year,” Mr Urane said.
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Music Video Makes A Splash By Marian SAMPSON
WHEN you’re looking for the perfect place to sit by a pool or on the beach sipping cocktails, it’s hard to go past Port Stephens. Hunter band Whiskey Business, who regularly play in the Bay, chose Rockpools at One Mile Beach as the perfect venue for their new music video of the song ‘For
So Long’ which is all about needing a holiday, relaxing, sitting by a pool and sipping cocktails. Locals are seen in the music video along with the band and some certainly made a splash. Anita Tresidder who is a member of the band and wrote the song told News Of The Area that she started the band as a creative outlet
to help deal with depression and the music has stopped her from shedding tears for the past five years. “Writing this song was also an achievement as I learned to play the guitar as I
wrote the music.” The band’s EP is entitled ‘A Good Kind Of Crazy’ which is how the band sees themselves; they don’t like to take themselves too seriously,” she said.
The song and music video will feature on Itunes, Google Play and Youtube and will not only showcase the band’s work but one of the loveliest pools at a resort in the Bay. Whiskey Business plays regularly at music festivals, around the Bay and Hunter region.
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Monthly Market Roundup
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THERE are heaps of great markets around the Bay just waiting for you to browse and enjoy. On the first Saturday of
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market boasts a free jumping castle and you can find plants, organic produce, crafts, homewares, clothing and jewellery. On the third Saturday of each month, head out to
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Shining Light on Local Economy
THE first ever Port Stephens Economic Profile has just been released, empowering residents and businesses with insights into the local economy and what makes it tick. Council’s Economic Development Unit compiled the profile in conjunction with Remplan, using key statistics on demographics, employment, industry, housing, tourism and business activity. Jane Perrin, Council’s Economic Development Coordinator, says it’s hoped the Economic Profile will promote a better understanding of the
state of the local economy and what this means for investment opportunities, economic impacts and the allocation of resources. “By increasing access to accurate and detailed statistics about Port Stephens, we can enable people to make more informed decisions about our region,” Ms. Perrin said. “I can see this profile being an invaluable resource for business owners, not-forprofit, community groups, educators, students and the wider community.” Ms. Perrin says it’s important to note that while these statistics are up-to-date as of 2017, they represent a
snapshot in time. “Council’s Economic Development Unit keeps a keen eye on the local economy and is constantly updating its datasets, which can be accessed by contacting us. “Part of our role in the Economic Development Unit is to promote a sustainable and diversified economy in Port Stephens. “We hope that by sharing this catalogue of available data, we can enable informed decisions that will lead to more investment and economic opportunities for our region,” Ms. Perrin added.
Spectrum Church Farmers and Artisans Market is on at Nelson Bay Road, at Anna Bay from 8.30am-12.30pm. This growing market is vibrant, there’s tea, coffee and organic produce, like honey, macadamias, avocados, free entertainment and tasty treats. On the third Saturday of the month it’s time to take a trip to Tanilba Bay Markets at the Kooindah Shopping Centre on President Wilson Walk, at Tanilba Bay from 9am to 1pm. Enjoy entertainment,
local produce, bric-a-brac, and crafts. On the fourth Saturday of the month you can enjoy the Port Stephens Market from 9am at the Port Stephens Church of Christ, Nelson Bay Road, Salt Ash. This market features craft stalls, flowers, baking, jumping castle and face painting plus a decadent Devonshire Tea. On the first, third and fifth Sundays of the month take in the Nelson Bay Craft Markets, at Fly Point’s Neil Carroll Park at Nelson Bay.
These fortnightly market days support the families of servicemen and women. Enjoy food, crafts and wonderfully locally made goods to choose from. On the second and fourth Sundays of the month visit Tomaree Markets, at the Tomaree Sports Complex, Nelson Bay Road, Salamander Bay. These community markets feature crafts, food products, designer items, live music and more.
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We have purchased two acres, and ever since, friends and family have asked if they can store their boats, caravans and other assorted items on the land. Some have even started dumping their green waste and excess furniture. Recently a relative dumped a load of concrete and suggested we bury it. An acquaintance asked if he could store some things in our shed, and ended up unloading bricks and rubble under several trees. What should we do? Mrs JF and Mr GF, Anna Bay
The thing is, most people purchase an average-sized block, because they don’t want the hassle of mowing acres or caring for 5,000 endemic plants; they also don’t want the cost of a two-acre block. What they do want, however, is a little taste of the great outdoors, but only during their annual leave and long weekends. That’s why they buy boats, trailers, motorbikes, quads and caravans. You know, you absolutely can’t store that stuff on the grassy verge past the front fence. Triathletes, retirees, dogs, kids playing cricket and council workers get pretty miffed about obstructions on their thoroughfare. Your acres are a perfect solution. Out of mind. Out of sight. Have you costed storage sheds recently? Not cheap, you know. Have you noticed how much tip fees are? I suggest you familiarise yourself with the 30-odd page Community Services document produced by Port Stephens Council (like I just did). No wonder your land is being treated as the local dump. You need to get shrewd. Purchase a gate, a weighbridge, a fluorescent vest and an EFTPOS machine. If you are going to be treated as the waste transfer station, you may as well collect the funds that go with it. No payment and a For Sale sign gets slapped on the offending vehicle. I’m pretty sure your troubles will soon be over.
Carpe diem, Jasminda.
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Sisters Are Doing for Themselves Nomination for a local business woman for the 2017 Telstra Business Women’s Awards on its 23rd year.
MEMBER for Port Stephens Kate Washington MP has called on businesses across Port Stephens to nominate a local business woman for the 2017 Telstra Business Women’s Awards. The 23rd annual Telstra Business Women’s Awards seeks to raise the profile of women in business by recognising and rewarding their courage, leadership and creativity. “The business women I speak to remind me of the importance of supporting and mentoring other women in business. This is a perfect opportunity to show a local business woman your support and encourage
other women to pursue their business goals,” Ms Washington said. “Please look around your workplace and think about the women who inspire you. It’s those inspiring women who ought to be nominated.” Anyone can nominate a business woman they admire, with entries open until Thursday 15 June 2017 across five Award categories: Entrepreneur Award – open to owners with a 25 per cent share or more in a business they’ve been operating for a minimum of one year. For Purpose and Social Enterprise Award – open
to owners or employees that deliver positive social/ environmental change as their core mission. Public Sector and Academia Award – open to employees of government departments, educational institutions and statutory bodies. Corporate and Private Award – open to employees in the private and corporate sectors, including leaders and owners with less than 25 per cent share in a business. Young Business Women’s Award - Entrants in any of the qualifying categories who are aged 29 years or under as at 15 June
THE Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is reminding Australians to stop and think before giving their personal details or hard-earned money to scammers this tax time. Assistant Commissioner Kath Anderson said 48,084 scams were reported to the ATO between July and October last year. “We have already seen a five-fold increase in scams from January to May this year and typically expect further increases during the tax time period,” Ms Anderson said. “Already this year, the ATO has registered over 17,067 scam reports. Of these, 113 Australians handed over $1.5 million to fraudsters with about 2,500 providing some form of personal information, including tax file numbers. “One victim lost $900,000 to scammers over the course of several months, even borrowing money from family and
friends. “The large number of people lodging their tax returns means scammers are particularly active, so it’s important to keep an eye out for anything that looks suspicious and protect your private information.” Ms Anderson said Australians are generally good at catching and reporting scams, but some scams are harder to spot than others. “Scammers locate genuine ATO numbers from our website and project these numbers in their caller ID in an attempt to legitimise their call – a form of impersonation known as ‘spoofing’. While we do make thousands of calls per week to the community, our outbound calls do not project numbers on caller ID. If one appears, it’s most likely a scam. “People should be wary of emails, phone calls and SMS during tax time that claim to be from the ATO, even if it seems legitimate. “If you’re ever unsure about whether a call, text message or email is genuine,
call us on 1800 008 540. If it’s real, we will connect you with the right area of the ATO,” Mr Anderson said. If you think you or someone you know has fallen victim to a tax related scam, call the ATO on 1800 008 540 to make a report. For more information on how to verify or report a scam, visit ato.gov.au/scams or for updates on the latest scams, visit Scamwatch. Top tips to avoid tax time traps:
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$10,000 Win for Port Family Feuders
q The Pleym Family fighting it out for the car. Image supplied by Claire Pleym
Indeed, luck and opportunity would collide once and awhile! A dream not just came through!
By Marian SAMPSON
THE Pleym family has won $10,000 on the popular television show Family Feud. Claire Pleym has been watching Family Feud with her grandmother for as long as she can remember. When the show came back on air she kept her eye out for the opportunity to be on the show. It took around two years from applying to get to the audition and the producers contacted Claire while she was travelling in Europe asking for the family to
Explosive Local Larrikin’s Biography Launched By Marian SAMPSON
’GELIGNITE’ Jack, the larrikin best known for the antic of throwing gelignite out of his car window during the Redex Trials, is the colourful subject of a just released biography written by his son, Port Stephens local Phil Murray. Jack won the Redex Round Australia Reliability Trial without the loss of a single point in 1954. Phil wanted to explore the story of his father and in doing so uncovered the amazing larger-than-life story of Jack Murray. The Redex Trials were just one of Jack’s sporting outlets. He won 13 NSW Wrestling Championships,
and is considered by some to be the father of waterskiing in Australia as the founder of the iconic Bridge to Bridge ski race which is held annually to this day on the Hawkesbury. Local resident and former Port Stephens Mayor Bob Westbury water-skied with Jack in the early days of the Bridge to Bridge and remembers him fondly. Author of ‘Gelignite’ Jack Murray, Phil Murray, told the News Of The Area that writing the book was a personal journey where he found the facts and sorted them from the legend that was ‘Gelignite’ Jack’s colourful life. “The book also exposes the cultural changes from Jack’s days when it was considered a bit of a hoot to
throw gelignite and create small explosions in the main streets of towns, to how this behaviour would be treated in this day and age.” “Dick Smith wrote the Foreword for the book about ‘Gelignite’ Jack’s life, as it is a real honour to Jack’s memory,” he said. Dick Smith said, “This is one of the best books I’ve read in years.” A small granite monument sits on the foreshore of Shoal Bay noting the impact that ‘Gelignite’ Jack had on the community of the bay. Copies of the book ‘Gelignite’ Jack Murray, An Aussie Larrikin Legend, can be found at New Holland Publishers and Booktopia. com.au.
Thriving Winter Oysters
WITH an unusually warm water temperature (up as much as three degrees this autumn) local farmers are seeing their oysters thriving. It is common for Sydney rock oysters to lose condition during winter but according to local grower Paul North,
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Of The Area that “Grant Denyer was lovely, genuine and funny, he worked hard to get you to relax and talked with contestants on and off camera.” “I love the show so much and have always loved playing along at home with my Grandma.” “I recommend anyone who gets a chance to be a part of something like Family Feud should go for it,” she said. Claire’s Family loved being on Family Feud and the absolute highlight was winning the $10,000.
q 20,000 turn out to celebrate Gelignite Jack’s Redex win with Jack Murray, author Phil Murray’s brother John, aged 10, and Bill Murray (no relation), co-driver and navigator. From the Murray Family Archives.
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q Paul North: Oysters in top condition.
appear on the show. A week after they flew back into the country, they were in Melbourne recording Family Feud. Claire, husband Daniel, brother-in-law Benjamin, and her brother, Alex, appeared on the show for five consecutive nights. Claire’s grandmother watched the show from her home in Salamander Bay, watching the first episode, which she had recorded, four times before the family appeared for the second time. Claire Pleym told News
this year they are holding up well. “We can sell as many as we can harvest,” he said. “Supply problems in other states have created a shortage and demand is strong with upward pressure on prices.” “The other good news is that spat is catching very well and the juvenile oysters
q Judge for yourself: a dozen freshly opened winter oysters
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are also putting on condition. This means that our stocks for the coming years will be greater than in the past,” he added. “We need some good news,” he said. “The wild weather a while back played havoc with the leases and the threat of an oyster virus had us worried but the way ahead now looks clear.” A taste test by News Of The Area found that all of Paul’s claims stacked up. Our reporter opened a dozen and found the oysters plump and tasty. Currently the shellfish sell for $3.50 each in local restaurants. At this price, it seems that somebody along the line is doing very well out of them. It’s not the humble growers. They get around $10 a dozen for them bagged at the markets.
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Music Festival
By Marian SAMPSON
News Of The Area hit the pavement and asked, “How is this years Music Festival?”
q Kate Washington with festival ambassador Mrs Galaxy Australia.
“News Of The Area is very good for the region as it is supporting smaller and equally important stories being told.” Kate expressed her hope that a lot of people have a lot of fun this weekend and expressed her thanks to those who have organised all the events in Port Stephens over the long weekend. Port Stephens MP Kate Washington
q The Blue Water Line Dancers. “The festival is a great time to make new friendships and catch up with old friends.” Margaret Taylor of the Blue Water Line Dancers
q The Bay Bootscooters. “It is fantastic to see lots of line dancers coming from around the state to attend the festival.” Mel Smith of the Bay Bootscooters
“[I am] very happy with how the festival is shaping up and it’s great to see the Tomaree High School Students catering the event so professionally.” Geoff Brown of the organising committee and Radio Bay FM
q Broughtons team members Seva Kiprioti and Deb Stretton with X Factor favourites Brothers3. “It is great to see good headline acts like Beccy Cole and Brothers3 along with some other diverse acts this year. It’s also great to see events hosted at Broughtons on d’Albora Marinas.” Debra Stretton
King of the Box Expect bigger than ever surfing contest in August 2017!
By Mandy ELLIS AUSTRALIA’S best surfers will be hitting Port Stephens in August for the 2017 King of the Box surfing contest. This year will be bigger than ever thanks to some
amazing support from the local community. “Last year’s event was awesome and we were blown away by how many locals came down to spectate and support the event,” Teza Mckenna told News Of The
Area. “It’s really established itself as one of the best boutique events on the Australian circuit, and the wedging nature of the wave draws in surfers from around the country.”
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[Golf] Nelson Bay Golf Club By David and Rhona BIRSS 4 and 5, 7 and 9/6: Competitions cancelled due to weather. 6/6: Ladies Stroke Competition: Div 1: Scratch Winner Lorraine Ramsey 87, Net Winner Yvonne Kaluski 71, Runner-Up Wendy Heapy 74, Third Place Lorraine Ramsey 75. Div 2: Scratch
Winner Maree Cousins 98, Net Winner Colleen Fishburn 74, Runner-up Margaret Harding 75 c/b, Third Place Maree Cousins 75. Div 3: Scratch Winner Lesley Palagy 111, Net Winner Judith McCann 75, Runner-up Lesley Palagy 76, Third Place Janet Child 79. 8/6: Ladies Stableford: Competitions cancelled due to weather. Vets 9 hole
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Stableford Competition: Overall Winner Jeff Birch 19 c/b, Overall Runner-up Stuart Manley 19. 10/6: C3 Men’s Individual Stableford: A Grade: Winner Tino Rossi 36 c/b, Runnerup David Rann 36. B Grade: Winner Stuart Wylie 35, Runner-up Charles Schofield 34. C Grade: Winner Ron Gabs 36, Runner-up Max Stocker 35.
q Geoff Brown. Last year’s winner Jamie Skillin has confirmed he will be back to defend his title against the locals like Mitch Dawkins, Kurtis Herman and Luke Michalak. In the Junior men’s division, home-grown surfers Mike Clayton-Brown and Joey Voyzey will be hard to beat on local turf, but they will have their work cut out as some of Australia’s best join the list in 2017. This year the event has included a Women’s division
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my ranking and the next competition will be in Japan followed by a couple of events on the east coast of the United States then finishing up in Hawaii.” “My drive is the love of surfing and being among the elements, by doing
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and local surfers Elle ClaytonBrown will be one of the favourites along with Madi Poole, who’s been seen practicing at the infamous wedge. Of course, there’s a lot more to the King of the Box than surfing, with the Country Club Hotel once again hosting a night of nostalgia. Photographer Robbie O’Brien has been shooting and documenting “Boxy” for over 40 years will be showcasing the “Best of Box”
slideshow on the big screen and several more old school locals will be inducted into the Hall of Fame for their performances over the years. Another highlight will be Legends division which has been transformed into a Team Challenge, with six surfers grouped together into four teams to fight out for the inaugural trophy. For more information call Teza Mckenna on 0401 023 661.
something you love, you are being true to yourself,” he said. All of this is possible thanks to the help and support of Chris’s partner Kia, family, sponsors and the general public who get behind Chris and support his Go Fund Me account and attend fundraisers, such as the one below. The fundraising event is happening on 24 June, at Core Central. There is an auction,
barbecue, drinks, entertainment and generous raffle prizes, plus so much more, with proceeds going directly to support Chris, we can, as a community, support our local surfing champ. Chris said, “Embrace your dream, do the best, you can and it will never be a regret.” For more information call Chris Michalak on 0431 408 153.
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CATTLE 10 in herd, 3 Angus x bulls from 6 years to 4 months. 7 cows hereford x santos. wagu. Price negotiable. Ph 0434 797501
CLOTHES dryer Hover 3.5 Heavy duty. As new $120 0417787215
COMPUTER Desk (Keenex Brand). Grey in colour with sliding draw underneath top shelf. Shelving under shelf for storage. Very compact and on wheels. W62cm, D53cm, H73cm, VG Cond. $75. Ph: 49972442.
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CHISWELL dining setting, dark brown walnut with 2 extensions. 6 chairs (2 carvers). Can seat 10. Very solid. Good cond. $200ono 0450036552 Classifieds ads@mcnota.com.au
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CORNER unit, Oregon timber & leadlight glass, H-167cm x D-94cm x L –242cm $100. Old double school desk $100 4997 2302
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CONTINUED from previous page EURO single Rowing Skiff Croker Blades VG cond, $2000 ono Ph 0418716225
WARDROBES Two childrens white wardrobes $50 each. Call after 6pm 4982 7308 Sal Bay
CAMERON Off Road Camper. Ex Cond.Very little use.Many extras. Detail on enquiry. Reduced $10500. 0448237257
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FORD Falcon sedan ‘04 reg to 09/17 4L 2newtyres & neww/ screen. vgood cond. AA 58RN $4,100ono Ph 0412334591
TOYOTA Hilux 2002, auto, low klms, alloy tray, ydb517 $8000 ono 0428528325
GUITAR & BASS Tuition Theory & Musicianship. Studio Fantabulous N/Bay. 25yrs exp 49844731
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GAL metal cabinets, pair 2door.Used 4 tool storage 4 shelf ea, adjustable ea 1730ht x 860w $80 ea. Ph 0407275717. SalBay
WESTERN red cedar blinds (x15), varying sizes Fingal Bay 0409154184 $100
QUINTREX DREAMRIDER 5.0 with FELK trailer, beamy aluminium specially strengthened Boatcoded hull in good condition with little use, fibreglass decking, hull recently two-pack coated. Requires motor and fit-out with much equipment provided incl custom underfloor fuel tank, flotation etc. This model renowned for stability & smooth ride. $5,900. Phone 0418611988.
HOLDEN Astra sedan 2005 18,000klms, vg cond, ATV-49Y, $5750 ono Ph 0403832028
20FT shipping container good cond, water tight Ph 0418716225
HOLDEN Viva Mech A1 auto, cruise control $5700 ono 0419031160
STEGCRRAFT 15 footer, half cabin, runabout. 55hp Evinrude, both reg, $2600 ono. 49971651
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FURNITURE House of quality furniture for sale. 49812792 or 0400 772 107 or 0400 468 471. GOLF Clubs, Cougar Power Cat. Total set with new balls & tees. $350ono 0417221396 GOLF Buggy compact mk2 with umberela holder, harldy used, cost $147, Sell $60. 49843494 JAGUAR Epochlock Model 056/055, hardly used. $50. Phone 0413 052 660
KITE Surfer, Naish. Kite with harness & directional board. Used once. $950 Ph 0402290498
LA-Z-BOY Electric Lift/ Recliner Chair As New Green Leather $800 ono Phone 49814057 LOUNGE Two recliners $500. Top condition. Phone 49813784 OUTDOOR glass top table 6 chairs $50. pickup only 0432092267 PIANOLA ROLLS, many titles old and new. Large $20 each Medium $15 each. Singles $10 each. Ring 4997 0051 for list. PON bags cob corn POA 49978163 POOL table. Threequarter size, slate top 220 long 120 wide, excel cond $1500. 0404477158 SLEEP No. 5000 King Ens. As new. Cost $4500 sell $1000ono 0412392164 SOFA bed, plush, black, one year old, bed used only once, $300 Ph 0427 204 450 TWO piece King size Base. Brand New. $400 0428450925 Medowie TIFFANY Auto Bread Maker As New 25.00 Phone 0423905520 WALL Unit Solid Timber & Glass 1.85h x 1.68l x .45d. $990 0428450925 Medowie
WOODEN toys (lge), 8 semi trailers, 3 ride-on rocking horses suit up to age 5, Will sell sep or together Ph 49817297
Items ANTIQUE kitchen cabinet 2 stained glass doors lined cool cupboard, 3 drawers, curved sides dark wood 1.63 h $450 Cedar Pew with bishop sides 220 wide, fr Hinton church good condition $500. 2 seater oak hall seat 2 drawers $150. Ph 49822004 BURNT orange velvet covered Ottoman with storage $30. 49198139 GME Marine speakers (new) $40 Mistral wine fridge (holds 12 bottles) Good condition. $35 Caravan cover (new) Suit 16 to 18 foot van. $45 Ph 0408 945040 ITEMS Lounge floral with 2 chairs. Sofa. Single beds. Pine lounge. Laminate table with 4 chairs 49828522
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