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Funding Addressing Drugs at Bay By Marian SAMPSON
PORT Stephens Community Drug Action Team (PSCDAT) has been successful in attaining $35,000 in grant funding to address the prevention of alcohol and other drug-related harms in the Bay and Tomaree Peninsula areas. The Ports CDAT team is focused on working with families to reduce and prevent the harms caused by alcohol and other drugs (AOD), including crystal methamphetamine (‘ice’). The Port Stephens team which is made up of Elizabeth Schiemer Chair, Alissya Hassett, Secretary, Jim Bright, Treasurer, Dave and Sue Sams, Evie Kalina Mauldin, Paul Pearton, and Sally Dover who all sit on the PSCDAT Committee.
IGA Closes q PSCDAT Team, Evie Kalina Mauldin, Allissya Hassett - Secretary, Georgina Scott (guest) - Manager of Tomaree Neighbourhood Centre with Susan Sams, Dave Sams, Riley Sohier of SCDO (guest), Paul Pearton, Elizabeth Schiemer - Chairperson and Jim Bright - Treasurer.
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PSCDAT: $35,000 funds for the prevention of alcohol and drug-related harms
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The group is working on a project which will build the capacity of our local community to work together towards the prevention of alcohol and other drug related harms, through the delivery of support groups and training courses. The Alcohol and Drug Foundation’s NSW/ACT State Manager Dr Lisa Simone commends the commitment and passion of Port Stephens CDAT to prevent and reduce alcohol and other drug-related harms in their community. “The dedication of the volunteers in the Port Stephens Community Drug Action Team is inspirational.” “The Community Drug Action Team program empowers local communities to make grassroots changes which promote healthy lifestyles and reduce the risk of harm from alcohol and other drugs,” she said. Elizabeth Schiemer Chair of PSCDAT told News Of The Area, “We are keen to see the support groups and training programs launched as there is a great need in our community which we need to address.” She believes that dealing with AOD is important as AOD can lead to domestic and family violence as well as preventable suicides. “PSCDAT will be making a real difference at the coal face of drugs and alcohol abuse in our community,” she said.
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further from the truth. Store manager of the now closed Nelson Bay IGA, Michelle Dand, told News Of The Area, “There are some
wonderful businesses still here, run by locals just like you and I, and we’d love everyone to still remember to come and support them.” “Small businesses rely on the support of community, so don’t forget these great businesses are still here.” The Austral Street Shopping Village still has the Seabreeze Bakery, Real Estate Friend. Hairdresser and Sri Malaysia Restaurant. “You can’t beat the small shopping centre service, it was our service that set us apart from the big chains,” Michelle said. “For many of
our regulars, that was the biggest reason why they kept coming back.” “That familiarity with the staff meant that when they came in to do their grocery shopping, it wasn’t as much of a chore because they were dealing with friends, and this added a personal touch which many really people appreciated.” Neighbouring businesses at the Austral Street Shopping Village are disappointed to see the much loved IGA store leave, but hope that locals and regulars still continue to give them their support.
q OPEN FOR BUSINESS: Jade, Rochelle, Jacquie and Michelle from Austral Street Shopping Village.
Tech Savvy Seniors Classes By Marian SAMPSON
OLDER people often struggle with new technology. Some are left pondering things that others may take for granted, such as do you really need antivirus software, how safe is it to click a link on an email or to download a file to your system? How do you download an App and use it? There is now help at hand. Port Stephens Library in collaboration with Tech Savvy Seniors is offering workshops at Tomaree Library at Salamander Bay and at Raymond Terrace library. The program is being delivered in a series of free
classes which are supported by the State Library and Telstra. The sessions will be covering topics as diverse as social media, using a tablet or a smartphone, cyber safety and using the internet. Each class will run for approximately two hours and morning tea will also be provided to participants. Mr Paul Whittemore, a library customer who has booked into all the courses told News Of The Area, “These courses at Tomaree Library are a wonderful opportunity for seniors in our society to keep up to date with new technologies. “We don’t want to be left behind when there are so
many wonderful advantages to be gained with knowledge of how to use smartphones, tablets, and the Internet. “It is also important to be aware of Cybersafety, and for
some to know how to access social media,” he said. Spaces in each class are limited so members of the community are encouraged to contact their library to book their place at one or all of these classes.
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Jade Ong, owner of Sri Malaysian Restaurant, told News of the Area, “The sign out the front isn’t lit up at night, but don’t forget we’re definitely still here!” “We’re not going anywhere, and we’d love to see all our regulars and lots of new faces in to visit us.” Rochelle from the Seabreeze Bakery told News of the Area, “We hope our regulars still drop in, not only for our service, but our high quality products.” Jacquie, the Shopping Village’s resident hairdresser, told News of the Area, “Small businesses rely on community support, and we hope to see all our regular clients still following our business, and making appointments as usual.” With the closure, Michelle Dand herself has not only had to say goodbye to her regular customers, but to the Nelson Bay area as well for her working day. She will now be working at Lovey’s IGA at Hawks Nest. “If anyone is in the Tea Gardens/Hawks Nest area, please come in and say hello,” Michelle told News Of The Area. “It would be great to see some familiar faces now and then, so don’t be a stranger.”
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Australia Day at the Bay
THE Nelson Bay Australia Day Committee hosted yet another fantastic Australia Day celebration at Fly Point Nelson Bay last week. The committee are no strangers to planning the event, with this year seeing the almost unchanged group planning and hosting their twenty-first Australia Day celebration. The day started with a well patronised parade through town led by the Hunter School of Performing Arts Band and finishing at the park at 9:30. Doug Cross, Chairman of the Nelson Bay Australia Day Committee told News Of The Area, “We immediately had about 2000 people in the park at 9:30 and it grew all day.” The Band providing live music on Australia Day in Nelson Bay was The Years, a popular and talented band from Newcastle. They were received well by the crowd, and had everyone
tapping their feet, enjoying the music. The Robyn Yvette Dancers performed a number of dance on the stage.
q Robyn Yvette Dancers Follow the Yellow Brick Road. The free Pony Rides for the children were very popular, as were the free jumping castles, making sure that all the children participating would have a good
Plenty on Probus
By Marian SAMPSON
PORT Stephens Probus Club is fired up with a year’s worth of friendship and fellowship with plenty of activities on the calendar to keep all their members active. 2018 has already seen a picnic day, walking group activities and a fishing day, with a movie night, mixed bowls and a barbeque on the upcoming schedule. 2017 was a huge year for
This dance school has supported Australia Day in Nelson Bay for over 15 years and this year, having performed at Disney World and as a headline act on a cruise liner, again produced a very entertaining Grand Finale to the day. Dale Shearman was again a great entertainer for those attending to watch his shearing demonstrations on both sheep and a Llama.
the club which finished off with a rally of activities. One recent activity was the Fishing group with leader David, and a mob travelling to Karuah for a very enjoyable day of fishing and a barbeque lunch. President Ann Gibson told News Of The Area, “Probus is about fun and fellowship and the Probus Club of Port Stephens is very active, our activities ensure that there is something for everyone.” She believes that being part
night’s sleep at the end of a busy, fun day. Mike Ryan from the Nelson Bay Australia Day Committee told News Of The Area, “The day
of Probus is a great way to stay connected with your community. “We welcome new members all the time,” she said. The Probus Club of Port Stephens has a general meeting on the 8 February, 9.30am at Nelson Bay Bowling Club, everyone is welcome. Any interested retirees or semi-retirees are welcome to attend and check out this active mixed gender club. Enquires to Membership Director Penny on 0419 436 733 or visit the website www. probusclubofportstephens.org
q Port Stephens Probus Club Fishing at Karuah.
doesn’t happen without the dozens of volunteers from so many organisations, not just the Australia Day Committee.” “The Rotary Clubs of Nelson Bay and Salamander Bay work hard to keep everyone fed, and the Action Club were there with the dentist’s favourite, Fairy Floss.” “The Nelson Bay Freemasons had Ice cups to help you keep cool but also organised the markets (almost 100 stalls this year) and the car parking,” he said. The emergency services - Fire, Police, and Ambulance were all there both helping and on display for the day, as were Marine Rescue, who were present with a display before taking a call for help a long way offshore in the afternoon. The RAAF Cadets did a splendid job with the presentation and Raising of the Flag at noon. The Nelson Bay Car Club had a great display of Classic Cars, some more classic than others, the 1927 Rugby always being popular Mike added, “Max Mackinnon has been a long time supporter with his 1929 Marquette motor car, which is now an extremely rare
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Nelson Bay Golf Club By David & Rhona BIRSS Results: 21st to 27th Jan. Congratulations, Lance Hora, landing an Eagle on the Par 4, 322 metre 4th hole in Wednesday’s Mens Comp. Results for the period:
SUNDAY 21st: Ladies Stableford: Div 1: Winner Linda Drake 36 c/b, Runner-up Charmaine Elliott 36. Div 2: Winner Victoria Lalor 38, Runner-up Elizabeth Pfennigwerth 37. Mens Stableford: A Grade: Winner Chris Mawson 39 c/b, Runner-up: Tony Short 39: B Grade: Winner Bob Justice 38, Runner-up Garrett Nunan 36 38: C Grade: Winner John Long 39, Runner-up John Maslen 37. MONDAY 22nd: Vets Stableford: Overall Winner Bob Moodie 22, Overall RunnerUp Alan Bentley 20 c/b.
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celebrated our beautiful area.” “I have reports that the snow cone stand alone went through over 800 snow ice cones keeping everyone cool.” “By all accounts the day was a huge success and our committee is grateful for the support of our prime sponsor Port Stephens Council and Marquis Bathroom Products without which we would not be able to provide these celebrations,” he said,. Doug added, “My enthusiastic and dedicated committee will have a short break and begin planning next years event which we will endeavour to make even more spectacular.”
Carol Gilmour 38, Runner-up Jill Rowland 35. Div 2: Winner Judy Schultz 39, Runner-up Shirley Anicich 36. Mens Stableford: A Grade: Winner Steven Brown 38, Runner-up: Connor Benjamin 37: B Grade: Winner Phil Rogan 38 c/b, Runner-up Warren Andrews 38: C Grade: Winner Robert Edmunds (Vis) 42, Runner-up Col Buchanan 37. SATURDAY 27th: C1: Ladies Stableford: Winner Jeanette McClymont 34 c/b, Runner-up Colleen Beattie 34. C1: Mens Stableford: A Grade: Winner Stuart Phegan 41, Runner-up Graeme Luke 40; B Grade: Winner Jim Ingleton 40 c/b, Runner-up Mikael Christiansen 40; C Grade: Winner George Fynn 40, Runner-up Wayne Mungoven 39. C2: Ladies Stableford: Winner Sue Threlfo (vis) 38, Runner-up Heather McCartney 25. Mens Stableford: A Grade: Winner Brett Woolfe 43, Runner-up Craig Mckenzie 41; B Grade: Winner Peter Jackson 38, Runner-up William Morley 37; C Grade: Winner Terrence Long 42, Runner-up Christopher Tognon 36.
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Top Stories • Port Stephens to get Funding to Address Drugs and Alcohol in the Bay • Austral Street Nelson Bay businesses still open however IGA Nelson Bay closes its doors • Adam Parbera hits Kingfish around Port Stephens
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Mambo Land Return
THE Honourable Catherine Cusack MLC has found yet another reason for her government’s inaction to return to public ownership, the 5.6 ha of the Mambo wetlands that was sold ‘by mistake’ by her government. Now her excuse for inaction is that the site would have to be assessed for suitability as a Nature Reserve; which is ‘land in a predominantly untouched, natural condition, with high conservation value’. (Sounds like the Mambo land doesn’t
it!).
If an assessment of the land is required then the government should have it done without delay. Other reasons given for her government’s inaction have been that the government does not have a ‘legal purpose’ for acquiring the site and that ‘the site is too small’. Neither of these assertions are supported by the facts. Ms Cusack has also said that there are ‘strict criteria for spending conservation funds’. Of course there should
Who the ‘We’ is that you speak for? Dear News Of The Area, PAUL Attard has become a regular contributor and his ideas are welcome in the current debates on planning matters. But it is not clear who the ‘we’ is that he speaks for (Bay News Of The Area Opinion, 25 January). It would be interesting to know the basis of his assertion that there is a ‘growing consensus’ on 10 storey building heights. Council has been unable
to provide any evidence of community support for their current proposals which would more than double current height limits, and has largely ignored the desire of most locals to maintain the unique character of Nelson Bay, clearly expressed in last year’s consultation. There has been a consensus since 2012 around generous height increases – from 15 to 24.5 metres in exceptional cases, but Council has failed to implement the adopted 2012
be strict criteria for spending public money; and also strict criteria for selling public assets! The Hon Ms Cusack’s government made the monumental ‘mistake’ of selling the land. They should be the ones to rectify their mistake by returning it to public ownership, instead of passing that responsibility onto the citizens of Port Stephens. Grant Kennett Corlette
OPINION Strategy. How about giving that chance to work, along with creative solutions to the traffic and parking issues such as those Paul suggests? Paul and others with ideas are welcome to join those of us already involved in Nelson Bay Now in seeking a constructive relationship with Council to re-vitalise the town. Nigel Waters Nelson Bay
I live on a battle-axe block and my neighbour drives his truck too fast up the gravel road past my house which spreads dust all over my vehicle and the exterior of my home. What can I do? Mr LA, Medowie Dear Mr LA,
This is just another example of a whole list of issues that fall under the category of ‘Ignorant Sod of a Neighbour’. He is probably just chilling out, listening to some lunatic on talk back radio or he’s singing along to the 80s hour, and he thinks he is on a freeway instead of a sleepy semirural road that shares a boundary with your freshly washed SUV, your glistening windows, and your sugar-soaped walls. You can try the diplomatic path and approach him. Just say, “Hey mate, I was just wondering if you had noticed the dust bowl you create when you drive 60km per hour down our shared driveway? You probably didn’t. I’d really appreciate it if you slowed down a bit.” That may not work. You may need to get a bit passive aggressive. “Hey, buddy, the whole concept of neighbours revolves around being neighbourly. I considerately deliver your mail when it gets placed in the wrong letter box, and I considerately dodge your dog when it sits in the middle of my driveway. All you need to do is follow my lead and slow down. Thanks.” If he’s as dumb as a hammer, you probably need to implement some road blocks. Maybe make a speed hump so he gets airborne. Some solar-powered fake cop lights? That should clarify your message. Or erect a sign that says, ‘Drive like your kids live here’ or maybe ‘Slow down, adults at play’. That should really freak him out. I hope these suggestions work, Mr LA. Carpe diem, Jasminda
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Australia Day Awards
By Rachael VAUGHAN
THE official ceremony to announce the nine Port Stephens residents honoured with Port Stephens Annual Awards at this year’s Australia Day celebrations was a very special affair. With passionate addresses
by Uncle Neville for Welcome to Country, Peter McLean as the Australia Day Ambassador and Mayor Ryan Palmer opening the proceedings, the tone was set for a very moving ceremony. All nominees for each category were acknowledged for their ongoing contribution
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to the community and presented with a certificate and pen. This year, former Councillors Sally Dover and Geoff Dingle were awarded the prestigious title of Freeman of Port Stephens for their extensive dedication to the community and over ten years’ service on Council. Freeman of Port Stephens is an honour given to individuals who have distinguished themselves with the highest order of community service. The Citizen of the Year award was taken out by Raymond Terraces’ own Colleen Mulholland-Ruiz, who has been a passionate advocate for the Raymond Terrace community for the past two decades. Colleen has been an active patron of the Positive Behaviour for Learning framework, which aims to create safe teaching and learning environments for local schools. Ten-year-old Mackenzie Bell was the deserving recipient of Young Citizen of the Year for her tireless fundraising efforts for multiple sclerosis. Mackenzie was just two years old when her mother Deanna was diagnosed with the condition, and Mackenzie raised a huge $1,860 by participating in the MS 24 hour Mega Swim at Sydney Olympic Pool. Mackenzie told News Of The Area, “When I first heard I was nominated, I felt so happy because it was such an honour to even be considered.” “When I heard my name called out as the winner, my
stomach dropped and I was super happy I had won.” “Being a winner does not mean you get all the attention, it means you should be proud of the work you’ve done,” she said. “With my mum having MS, it’s important to me that they have money to find a cure and fund programs but not just for
her, for all the people with MS - I like the way it feels when I’ve helped out a charity,” she added. Mackenzie will be back doing the MS Mega Swim in Sydney this year, and hopes to raise even more money. She said, “I hope other kids get involved with things that are important to them, because it really is the best.” The remaining awards on the day were presented to
a selection of Port Stephens residents from all walks of life. Robyn Killen was the proud recipient of the inaugural Cultural Endeavour award for her dedication to the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre. Rugby league stalwart Colin Machon was recognised as Sportsperson of the Year for his pivotal role in the expansion of the competition over the past 25 years.
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q Port Stephens Medal Winner Geoffrey Basser with Australia Day Ambassador Peter McLean and Mayor Ryan Palmer.
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from their hot spots. Not so local legend Adam Parbera who has been scoring big time with both fish and crabs. While collecting yellowtail bait (yakkas) in the white water around Tomaree Headland the kingfish came on and he and his two mates had their 15 fish quota in record time. They weighed in at up to 8kg each. The intrepid trio returned at night to the same spot to clean up big time on the snapper. These were running riot and Adam’s largest topped the scales at 9kg. That’s not all. He reefed in a thumping 32kg jew from a hole near North Arm Cove. Why waste the fish frames? Most anglers feed them to the pelicans but Adam recycled some through his crab pots and nailed some monster muddies at Karuah. So, dear reader, there you have it! Why hide in your air-con cave this summer watching the cricket and guzzling endless cans? Set the alarm clock for 3am. Hit the water and before you know it you’ll be back home with a boat load. If Adam can do it, so can you!
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