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What does Aussie Day mean to you?

“LIVING overseas for many years, amongst many nationalities, makes you realise how laid back Australians are. We are a unique and wonderful people. Australia is stunningly beautiful and we are so lucky to live here.

Australia Day is a day to celebrate the uniqueness of our people and the beauty of our nation.”

Sally-Anne Bowen, Hamilton q Sally-Anne Bowen, Sharon Bowen, Ross Bowen and Christine Major think Australia is the best country in the world.

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of instability for the Yacaaba Centre and closure was a real possibility.

Local community outrage was such that funding was offered, for a restricted

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What does Aussie Day mean to you?

“Obviously it’s an important time in history to recognise where we started and how we developed. There are wonderful celebrations here in Nelson Bay to enjoy on this wonderful day and the best part is that it doesn’t clash with my golf day.”

Ralph Carstairs, Director of Finance, Nelson Bay Golf Club

FROM Page 1 “Australia Day to me means let’s celebrate the day we invaded this country and took away the indigenous Australians’ rights and autonomy in their own country, considering them in the category of “Flora and Fauna” rather than citizens or traditional custodians.

Go ahead and celebrate Australia, but not on the day the first fleet arrived, murdered and changed the lives of the Aboriginals.

Why not celebrate on January 1, Federation Day, when legislation was passed that allowed Australian colonies the right to govern in their own right as part of the Commonwealth of Australia.

Now, that’s something to be excited about, rather than having what really happened in 1788 in the back of our minds.”

Meg Drury, Nelson Bay.

q Meg Drury wishes Australia Day was celebrated on Federation Day.

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“I think Australia Day is a great thing. In the UK we have St George’s Day but it isn’t a public holiday, it’s just classed as a normal day. I think we could learn a thing or two from you Aussies.”

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“We have travelled to at least 32 countries, but there is nothing as good as what we have here. We have free healthcare, free education and a beautiful country. We live in the best country in the world.”

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“I love Australia Day. Every year I go to Toowoon Bay for Australia Day. I love the fireworks and the celebrations.”

Talia Segal, 11, Sydney “I was born in Israel and arrived here in Australia when I was nine months old. I feel very lucky to call Australia home and look forward to celebrating Australia Day.” Michelle Segal, Sydney

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“This Australia Day we will do what we always do, the great Aussie tradition. We are going to have a sausage sizzle and a huge piece of Damper with lashings of Golden Syrup down at

REPORTER q Ralph Carstairs is looking forward to celebrating Australia Day in the Bay Riverside Park, Raymond Terrace. This year our cousin, Hazel Grey, is nominated for Senior Citizen of The Year Port Stephens, so that is exciting!”

Sharon Bowen, Raymond Terrace “It’s been wonderful being in Australia. You have beautiful people who are so friendly and the most wonderful wildlife.

I understand why you are so patriotic and excited to celebrate Australia Day. I’ve really enjoyed my stay here.”

Christine Major, Indiana USA.

q Judi Walker pictured with two of her sons, Tobias and Elliott, hopes that every new Aussie citizen will embrace our culture.

“I love Australia Day. I love seeing everybody out by the water or in the parks, celebrating with friends. Everyone is friendly and on this day everyone’s boundaries come down.

I love that.

Although we are a culturally diverse nation, I love that we celebrate all things in the Aussie culture.

We can’t turn back the clock and right every wrong done to the first inhabitants of this great land but we can all move forward together, celebrating our diverse cultures which should honour all those before us who fought so hard under our flag so that on Australia Day, we still have the freedom to celebrate everything that makes this nation so great.

The great Southland of the Holy Spirit is the best nation in the world. Be grateful for all that you have.

If you’re having your first Australia Day as a new Aussie citizen, embrace our culture, don’t try and change us to fit your ideology.

Aussie, Aussie, Aussie, Oi, Oi, Oi.” Judi Walker, Salamander Bay

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FROM Page 1 an independent solo service recognised as being in one of NSW’s hot spots.

There are only three such services in the entire Hunter/ New England Area.

This Service Support Fund (SSF) was extended to June 2017

and at the end of 2016 FaCS extended the funding to 2020.

The funding security granted by the extension gives the service the stability necessary to provide professional services to the community.

Lynne Vatner told News Of The Area, “The service would have had to close if we did not

receive this funding.”

“It means we will be able to continue to provide the community on the Tomaree Peninsula with the professional counselling and support services.”

Ms Vatner said, “We are able to provide support in case work and face to face counselling for people who have experienced any form of abuse during their

life.”

The Centre provides valuable services such as Counselling for domestic and family violence, mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, stress. Grief and loss, anger management, relationship problems, trauma, abuse, workcover counselling.

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THE air was electrifying when Bay News Of The Area spent time with Reg Dowton, the spirited, animated and energetic brekky jock rock radio host at Bay FM 88 Port Stephens.

Reg Dowton has lived on the Tomaree Peninsula for more than 17 years and has been Bay FM’s brekky shift host for the past 16 years.

Reg knew from the age of 12 that he wanted to work in radio, pouncing on every opportunity he could get to work in the music industry.

Working as a DJ at discos and later at 21st birthday parties, Reg gained confidence as he mastered his craft.

He came home from school toward the end of Year 12 and told his parents that he wasn’t going back and that he had found himself a job as a “roadie” for iconic rock band The Angels.

At the age of 18, Reg managed “The Betsy” Hotel at North Sydney and then moved on to the “Juke of Earl” in Sydney where he doubled as the permanent DJ and manager.

Although he enjoyed his time, he felt the consistent tug to do radio and soon moved to 2DU Dubbo, where he worked as a journalist, transitioning to writing, voicing and producing commercials.

In 1988, he won a national radio award for a commercial he wrote, voiced and produced for “Cut Price Deli”.

“The beauty of radio in those days was to go to a bush radio to

learn your craft on the graveyard shift,” Reg told Bay News Of The Area.

“The audience was more cows and sheep than people,” Reg laughed.

The program director told Reg at that time that he was not good enough to do anything but nights and that motivated Reg to prove him wrong.

It wasn’t long before Reg found himself in 2KA Penrith, a radio station owned by Mike Walsh.

This connection introduced Reg into a whole different sphere of people at Channel Nine.

He went on to work with stations such as 2UW, Sydney, 2HD Newcastle, 2NX Newcastle, 2UE Sydney, 2MC Port Macquarie and back to 2DU in Dubbo in 1995.

In 1997, Reg Dowton launched ZOO FM in Dubbo.

Later, Mr Dowton moved to 2SM, and became the Sydney Operations Manager for the entire Super radio network.

The next several years saw Reg’s natural talent infect the people of Ballarat through 3BA and then onto KOFM, finally finding a place to call home here in Nelson Bay at Bay FM. During his radio career, Reg has become good friends with well-known names like Johnny O’Keefe, Mike Walsh, John- Michael “Hollywood” Howson, Cole Joy, Little Patti, Judi Stone, Fleetwood Mac, Daryl Braithwaite, Goanna, Richard Wilkins, Suzi Quatro, Status Quo and Debbie Reynolds just to name a few.

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The advertising emphasised its medicinal value: “Vegemite fights with the men up north! If you are one of those who don’t need Vegemite medicinally, then thousands of invalids are asking you to deny yourself of it for the time being.”

At the same time, Vegemite was promoted as essential for “infant welfare” in magazines with advertisements promoting the importance of the B complex vitamins to health.

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Vegemite soon rose in popularity by the marketing campaign written by J. Walter Thompson advertising in 1954 with groups of smiling, healthy children singing a catchy jingle titled, “We’re happy little Vegemites”.

The advertising campaign appeared on television in 1956 and was later remastered in 1980.

“Today is an historic day for Bega Cheese,” executive chairman Barry Irvin said.

“This is an exciting

evolution for the company, these iconic brands alongside the Bega brand are strong building blocks to enable Bega Cheese to become a great consumer goods business.”

“We’re really proud of the Bega brand, we think there’s so many opportunities about how we might market and build two iconic Australian brands in Bega Cheese and Vegemite,” he added.

Bega is acquiring salad dressings and other products such as Parmesan cheese, but it does not include Kraft’s Philadelphia cheese business.

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q Xavier Vaughan is happy Vegemite is back in Aussie hands, for breakfast lunch and tea.

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THERE is nothing more Australian than waking up on Australia Day to a hot piece of toast smeared with lashings of butter and Vegemite.

Men at Work sung about a vegemite sandwich in their famous hit song “Down Under” and John Williamson sang that there was nothing more true blue, “than standin’ by your mate when he’s in a fight. Or just Vegemite.”

The news that Vegemite is set to return to Australian ownership is a great way to kick off 2017.

Dairy company Bega recently announced that it would buy most of Mondelez

International’s Australia and New Zealand grocery and cheese business.

The deal will see Bega take over Mondelez’s Port Melbourne factory, where 300,000 jars are produced daily.

Vegemite has been a part of Australia’s history for as long as some of us can remember.

Australia’s favourite spread was developed in Melbourne from leftover Brewer’s Yeast with a variety of vegetable and spice additives, by Cyril Percy Callister in 1922.

Originally Vegemite was promoted as a healthy food for children during World War II.

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Haven of Awards

By Jewell DRURY AUSTRALIA Day January 26 will see the 8th Annual Eminent Residents Awards at Harbourside Haven.

The excitement mounts as this year sees two recipients of these prestigious awards.

The afternoon begins in celebration of Australia Day at 4.15pm with the National Anthem, followed by the presentation of the awards

by Harbourside Haven’s Chairman of the Board, Mr Gerry Mohan.

The evening will roll in with an Australia Day barbecue.

Those attending are by invitation only and Bay News Of the Area will keep you updated in next week’s edition of the award winners.

For further details call Harbourside Haven on 4984 1811.

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Baron’s death not in vain The death of Baron, the greyhound who passed away under the care of kennel owners, will not be in vain.

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By Rachael VAUGHAN THE death of Baron, the greyhound who passed away under the care of kennel owners, will not be in vain.

His devastated, but determined, owners have this week contacted News Of The Area to discuss a forum that has been organised to shake up the industry.

The Pet Industry Association of Australia (PIAA) will be holding an industry forum on 2 February at Hunter Pet Motel in Elderslie at 10am.

Invited to attend as special guests to participate in collecting information are the RSPCA, AWAC (Animal Welfare Advisory Council), MP Mark Pearson, MP Kate Washington, and the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA).

Mark Fraser, CEO of the PIAA, will be hosting the forum at the Hunter Pet Motel, the only fully accredited boarding facility in the Hunter.

Baron’s owners, Dean Compton and Nathan Wilson, spoke with News Of The Area this week about the forum.

“Losing Baron in such away has been horrific,” Nathan said.

“The hours and days that followed showed us that our story, although devastating to our family, was not that different

from the hundreds of messages we were receiving from other people who also lost their pets in preventable and shocking circumstances whilst in the care of facilities across the country.”

“This is when we realised our story, our worst moments, were only just scratching the surface,” he said.

Nathan and Dean reflected on the hundreds of messages of support they have received, including celebrities, who either share their love of animals or have a similar tragic story to tell.

In the time since Baron’s death, Dean and Nathan have met with media, industry leaders, industry professionals and politicians.

“Our story gave animals like Baron, and their owners, their voice,” Dean said.

“We owe it to Baron and the hundreds like him who have died in facilities across the country, those who were disregarded by the facilities that were entrusted to care for them.”

“We now stand with the support of thousands and demand industry reform.”

“The industry is listening and change will happen,” he said.

Those wishing to participate in this important forum are welcome to attend.

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High Speed Pursuit

A MAN has been charged following a pursuit in Port Stephens last weekend.

About 9.15pm on Saturday 21 January, officers from Port Stephens Local Area Command were patrolling Gan Gan Road, Anna Bay, when they allegedly saw a Ford Falcon travelling above the 50km/h speed limit.

Police attempted to stop the vehicle, and when it failed to do so, a pursuit ensued.

The pursuit was terminated a short time later, when it is alleged the car was being driven at a speed of 160km/h in an 80km/h speed zone.

Following inquiries, police attended a home in Pacific Avenue, Anna Bay, and arrested an 18-year-old man.

At that time he was given a roadside breath test which returned a positive reading.

The man was conveyed to Nelson Bay Police Station

where he returned a breath analysis reading of 0.021 (special range).

He was given a field court attendance notice for police pursuit (Skye’s Law), drive with special range PCA and P2 Licence holder exceed speed over 45km/h.

The man appeared at Raymond Terrace Local Court on Monday 13 February 2017.

His licence was suspended by police and has been confiscated.

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As well as brightening the lives of people with

disabilities, their efforts have also done wonders for our natural environment here in Corlette and elsewhere.

Thousands of native plants nurtured at Ngioka and planted by Landcare groups will, in the years to come, provide valuable habitat for birds and fauna.

Planting of endemic native species helps long

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o you have a pressing problem, annoying anxiety or community conundrum? Jasminda Featherlight, our resident roving Agony Aunt, is here to help.

Jasminda will be responding to questions from our three News Of The Area papers on a rotating basis.Send your concerns to Jasminda care of edit@mcnota.com.au and include your title, initials and suburb.

Dear Jas,

I’ve a severe case of beach space rage. It seems every time I’ve ventured to the beach over summer, people/whole families are ready to practically sit on my towel or move in under my umbrella. Not only has it happened to my family, but I witness it happening to others too, despite there being a whole beach.

What is the go here? Where have manners gone? Am I being too petty?

Mrs AC, Salamander Bay In his 1923 novel Kangaroo, D.H. Lawrence described Australian beachgoers as “mindless as opossums”.

After receiving your email, I conducted some cuttingedge research with the chardonnay-sippers under my ornamental grapevine, and it appears that Lawrence’s assessment still stands.

They too have been irritated by uncouth hordes invading their personal beach space: thoughtless towel shakers and undernourished budgie smugglers were topof-the-list irritations.

Something happens when people get a good whiff of salty air and pheromones.

They shed their layers (physically and metaphorically) and revert back to a carefree (some would say barbaric) childhood state.

Lara Bingle hasn’t helped (you don’t look like Lara Bingle do you? If so, no wonder people are throwing themselves on your lap).

When she said, “Where the bloody hell are you?” with her perky chest and vacuous stare, she invited beach bedlam. It’s been spreading like a venereal disease, from Bondi to Bagnalls, ever since.

So, what you need to do, Mrs AC, is create some firm boundaries.

When I say firm, I mean four tomato stakes and a roll of crime scene tape.

For added impact, get the kiddies to make a ‘victim’ sandcastle and cover it in a white sheet.

I guarantee the general public will stay away, though be prepared for a bit of Port Stephens Local Area Command interrogation between swims.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

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TOMAREE Peninsular Photography Club’s annual exhibition held at Tomaree Library is in its final weeks.

Events Co-ordinator Vikki Ferrier of Salamander Bay, said, “This is the fourth successful year at the library and it gives members an opportunity to showcase their work to the wider community and, as always, we have received great feedback about the different styles and quality of the images displayed.”

The Club was established in 2008 and members enjoy fortnightly meetings where they participate in workshops, theme

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nights, and organise group photography outings.

In the pipeline are events including sunset at Birubi, The Habitat at Lemon Tree Passage, guest speakers and a black and white workshop to name a few.

“There is no minimum equipment requirement to attend the outings or the Club; members use their mobile phone, point and shoot and others their DSLR,” President of the Club Rudy Fuentez told News Of The Area.

“It’s about passion for the craft, rather than the equipment used. We are a

non-judgemental group with various levels of expertise, some members run workshops and guide those less experienced to improve their photography skills whilst others lend their hand to running the projector.”

The scope of experience is from beginner through to professional, age range is from young to those enjoying retirement.

The Club meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of the month from 7pm at Soldiers Point Bowling Club.

The second Tuesday of the month is dedicated to workshops, lectures and

IN the wake of Mike Baird’s shock resignation, Shadow Minister for Early Childhood Education Kate Washington said the NSW Government is failing working families by breaking its promise to deliver more before and after school care places.

“As the new school year looms, parents are struggling to juggle their work commitments whilst ensuring their children are safe before and after school,” Ms Washington said.

This leaves the local area with a massive shortfall of Out Of School Hours places.

Analysis by NSW Labor shows that there is only one Out of School Hours (OOSH) place for every 25 students in areas such as Raymond

Terrace.

There are around 6,000 children enrolled to start in the area’s schools at the end of the month and yet there are just 396 Out Of School Hours places in accredited centres, according to data from MySchool and ACECQA. In 2015 Mike Baird promised 45,000 new before and after school places by 2019, but the NSW Auditor General recently found a mere 5,993 new places have been created.

Of the $20 million promised for OOSH services in 2015 just 10 percent of the funds had been spent.

With so few OOSH places available, parents are being forced to reduce their work hours, losing much-needed income for their families.

“Because there aren’t

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general information nights.

Each month a different theme is chosen and members are encouraged to submit their interpretation for viewing, members then run a ‘popular vote’ to determine their favourite.

Vikki, a member for five years, said, “We are a group of people who love taking photographs and spending time with like-minded people. New members are always welcome.”

For more information, contact Rudy – 0400 541 849 or Pam – 0407 277 298 or visit the website on www. tpphotoclub.org. enough OOSH places, families are being forced to forego shifts or delay returning to work. The reality is it’s predominantly mums who are dropping shifts or delaying a return to work,” Ms Washington said.

Alternatively, parents are looking to other ‘informal’ arrangements that are unregulated and inherently risky.

Casual workers face the greatest difficulty, often having to forgo shifts because they can’t secure any care for their children.

In the Tomaree Peninsular region (encompassing Anna Bay, Bobs Farm, St Michael’s, Shoal Bay, Soldiers Point and Tomaree Public Schools), the approximate enrolment number is 1800 students with a total of 143 OOSH places.

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By Jewell DRURY MOONSHADOW TQC Cruises are giving back to locals this Australia Day. Six of the cruise line’s fleet will be heading out into our blue water wonderland on Australia Day, offering local children of the Bay to come aboard for free when accompanied by one paying parent.

The event begins at 10.30am for the Australia Day sail past at Nelson Bay. It promises to be exciting, with opportunities to have fun on the boom nets and slides as you watch the beautiful dolphins of the Bay dart in and out of the crystal clear water.

Locals will have the choice of a one-and-a-half hour or a two-hour cruise departing from d’Albora Marina at 10.30 am.

“Holiday time is always such a busy time in the Bay,

and this is our way of saying thanks and giving back to the community,” Annette Pryor from Moonshadow TQC Cruises told Bay News Of The Area.

“One paying adult and your kids come on board free, no matter how many there are,” Ms Pryor said.

“It’s going to be a great day out for everyone who comes on board,” Annette Pryor added.

It certainly will be a great sight to behold as the fleet pull out together as Moonshadow TQC Cruises rewards all of its patrons with a great Australia Day on the water.

What a wonderful gift for the people of our community.

On behalf of the community on the Tomaree Peninsula we say thank you to all the crew at Moonshadow TQC Cruises.

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Council Limbo for Longer THE fate of Port Stephens Council will remain in limbo longer due to Mike Baird’s surprise departure from the top job.

Member for Port

Stephens MP Kate Washington has called on the NSW Government to end the uncertainty of the proposed mergers which were first announced over

twelve months ago.

“Whoever takes on the role of NSW Premier, must clean up this mess as quickly as possible,” Ms Washington said.

“This state of limbo has to come to an end. Residents of Port Stephens have been waiting over a year for answers. Further delay is unacceptable.”

Ms Washington indicated that the ongoing indecision has impacted on Council

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“During these times of uncertainty council staff are taking their payouts and leaving in droves to find more stable employment,” she said.

“The community has had a gutful of the ongoing threat

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Remember When: The Dominey Family q The Pine Tree at Nerong that stands as a living memorial to Cliff Dominey (Beryl Dominey, sister now 87, embraces the huge pine).

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The houseboat the “Jay Dee” that Cliff built.

By Jewell DRURY THIS week News Of The Area begins a regular feature called “Remember When” and we look forward to sharing your stories from days gone by, with all our readers.

Life was tough in the 1930s during the depression years and, like so many, the Dominey Family lost their home in Cessnock.

Sam and Leila Dominey had six children between the ages of two and 12 when they made their journey on the back of an old ute to Winda Woppa, to move into two old fishermen’s huts situated on the sandy foreshore.

There was no electricity and water was drawn from a nearby well, but the hut was semi furnished and it included a small boat.

The Domineys arrived with five suitcases, two sugar bags and three kerosene lamps which was all their worldly possessions.

Fishing brought in a small income with Sam and his son Cliff being away for two to three nights at a time, sleeping in the boat and storing fish after putting them through the “smokehouse” at Tamboy.

In 1933, a few mates came up with the idea of prawning and selling them at the Newcastle markets.

It didn’t take long until Sam and Cliff became known as two of the first professional prawners on the Myall and over the next nine years they made their living from the Myall waterways.

The bottom dropped out of the prawning industry and Sam found employment on the wharves in Wollongong.

The Domineys packed up and moved, only returning to Winda Woppa annually to visit their mates.

Fast forward to the year 1990, Cliff, now 70 years old, had retired, his wife Dorothy had passed away and two years later his only son John, 32, tragically took his life.

Six months later, Cliff

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Cliff succeeded with his plan naming the houseboat the “Jay Dee” after his son’s initials and nickname.

The houseboat slept ten and was launched in late 1991 at Nerong.

Cliff guided the family tours down the Myall waterways with stories from his youth, making new friends and renewing old friendships.

In 1994, Cliff passed away in his daughter Maggie’s arms and it seemed the right thing to have some of his ashes placed where his heart lay.

A fleet of vessels joined the Coast Guard in a procession to scatter Cliff’s ashes on his beloved Myall.

Returning to Nerong wharf, Cliff’s mates and local friends planted a pine tree in the Marina Park.

Twenty-three years on, the pine tree stands more than 20 metres high

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Cliff Dominey and his Dad Sam Dominey.

and at its feet is a memorial plaque with Cliff’s name.

Maggie Dominey, Cliff’s eldest daughter, moved to Nelson Bay just over 20 years ago.

Today, standing on the Nelson Bay foreshore, Maggie can see the huge Pine tree across the other side of the Bay at Winda Woppa, marking the area where the Dominey family’s love of the Myall waterways first began.

“Who would have thought all these years on, that two pine trees would still be standing as a landmark and memorial for the Dominey family,” Maggie Dominey told News Of The Area.

“The first at Winda Woppa where the journey began and the other at Nerong Village where the journey ended,” Ms Dominey said.

If you have a story about your family living in our beautiful area throughout the years, News Of The Area would love to hear from you too.

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Youth Community Action on Projects Youth Community Action group (TYCA) is all about collaborating with youth on projects they can relate to.

By Jo FINN

FROM restoring vandalised sites through to running events where young people can skate, Hip Hop and DJ, the Tomaree Youth Community Action group (TYCA) is all about collaborating with youth on projects they can relate to.

“Empowering youth to fulfil their potential is our mission,” TYCA president Jamie Brewster told News Of The Area.

TYCA is a not-for-profit community organisation that hosts workshops and programs for people 12-25, but “caters mainly to the ten to 16-year-old age group,” Mr Brewster said.

TYCA currently receives funding from a Port Stephens Council cultural grant, but Mr Brewster said the youth initiative was “mainly self-funded from

programs like Snack’N’Rap and Bunnings Barbeques”.

TYCA, in partnership with street art and wellness activity group UP&UP and DJ school Newcastle Scratch Academy, runs the popular Snack’N’Rap initiative which combines food, music, painting and skating activities.

Donations from these events support local youth programs.

The youth group originally started with a team of students and parents from Tomaree High School who were interested in expanding youth services in the local area.

The TYCA committee is made up of dedicated volunteers and Port Stephens councillor Sally Dover has been involved since the concept’s inception.

President Jamie Brewster has been an active member of the group since 2012 and his contribution

has continued to grow each year.

“I took over the running of TYCA in 2014 and have turned it around with the help of a great committee from one town to Port Stephens wide,” Mr Brewster said.

The Tomaree Youth Community Action group is always after new members and Mr Brewster encouraged young people to check out the local events scheduled this year.

On February 18 there is a Snack’N’Rap activity at Tilligerry, on March 18 the group will host Snack’N’Rap at Raymond Terrace and on April 10 there will be a Skate and Scooter competition at Nelson Bay Skate Park for Youth Week.

For more information on events, go to facebook.com/pstyca.

Prepare Your Home THERE are some simple things householders in Port Stephens can do around your home to prepare it for a bushfire.

Preparation is a key factor and the NSW Rural Fire Service implores all residents, regardless of where they live, to prepare well beforehand.

“It is essential that residents of Port Stephens have a bushfire plan because leaving it to the last minute could be too late,” Medowie Brigade Captain Andrew Collins said.

The five simple things you can do before and during the bushfire season are: 1. Trim overhanging trees and shrubs. This can stop the fire spreading to

your home.

2. Mow grass and remove the cuttings. Have a cleared area around your home.

3. Remove material that can burn around your home (e.g. door mats, wood piles, mulch, leaves, paint, outdoor furniture).

4. Clear and remove all the debris and leaves from the gutters surrounding your home. Burning embers can set your home on fire.

5. Prepare a sturdy hose or hoses that will reach all around your home. Make sure you have a reliable source of water.

The Fire Service also advises people to block up areas where embers can enter the house, install metal fly screens on all windows

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and vents and install metal gutter guards .

“Gas cylinders should be positioned on the side of the house with the relief valve pointing away from flammable material. Garden beds should be kept away from the house and replace mulch with stones,” a spokesperson said.

“Overhanging branches should be removed from power lines, ensure that a fire tanker can access your property and keep a wellmaintained area around the home and sheds.

“Make sure hoses have spray nozzles and keep water tanks full and connected to pumps.”

For further information contact the service at www. rfs.nsw.gov.au.

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Feverish Outbreak NSW Labor has accused NSW Health Minister Jillian Skinner of “dropping the ball” on the current Statewide outbreak of Ross River Fever – the worst outbreak in two years. In the last seven weeks alone, NSW Health has reported 229 cases.

NSW Shadow Health Minister Walt Secord today demanded Mrs Skinner step up public education campaigns on preventing the mosquito-borne disease Ross River Fever.

“Make no mistake, we are the middle of a Ross River surge in NSW … and again, the State Government and its health minister are unprepared,” Mr Secord said.

This was after NSW

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Health confirmed that December 2016 was the worst month for Ross River Fever in the year with a 155 recorded cases.

The increase in Ross River Fever reports from November 2016 to December 2016 was almost five-fold.

As of January 20, 2017 there were 108 cases so far in NSW. Mr Secord said we are in a “perfect storm” for mosquitoes. “It is very wet, humid and there have been king tides along the major rivers in Sydney. That means plenty of breeding opportunities for mosquitoes in our waterways and in still water in backyards.”

“Unfortunately, the State Government and its health

minister Jillian Skinner have dropped the ball on another public health issue.”

Ross River fever is one of a group of viruses called arboviruses (or arthropodborne viruses), which are spread by the bite of infected mosquitoes. Some will have flu-like symptoms that include fever, chills, headache and aches and pains in the muscles and joints.

Some joints can become swollen, and joint stiffness may be particularly noticeable in the morning.

A general feeling of being unwell, tired or weak may also occur at times during the illness; and some may experience symptoms such as joint pain and tiredness for many months.

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Passionate Worimi artist

By Rachael VAUGHAN TYRON Lane has made mistakes in his past that saw him do time in a juvenile detention centre and then in jail.

While he regrets these mistakes, it is what he did with that acknowledgement that makes him an indigenous role model that young men and women can look up to.

No person is without fault, but the ability to claw back from your lowest point and make something truly amazing from your life is to be commended.

Tyron did just this when he decided that he needed to turn his life around.

While in juvenile detention, he finished his year 10 School Certificate, and decided to explore his love

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of painting, and in particular indigenous art.

Tyron credits two people for inspiring and encouraging him to paint, to expand on his talent and strive to do better, as well as the wonderful support of his partner, Jade.

Uncle Tex Skuthorpe, a well-known Aboriginal Artist, encouraged him to further his talent, and his cousin Dane Varagnolo, also serving time with Tyron, painted with him and pushed him to excel.

Tyron’s art is exceptional and shows the love for his culture and his efforts to portray it passionately.

Tyron is a proud Worimi man, who has many family members residing in Worimi land at Karuah.

Tyron told News Of The Area he learned invaluable lessons during his time in

detention and wants to use them to help others.

“I’ve changed my ways and learnt so much and want to help young fellas stay away from trouble.”

I’ve always tried to help my younger generation, and show them that there’s other ways of life rather than spending it in jail,” he said.

Tyron remarked that during his time in detention, he met a lot of young people who had so much more to give than what they were able to while incarcerated.

“While I was in juvie and jail, I met a hell of a lot of talent that should be out here showing it, not wasting it in there.”

“I want the young people from my mob to do great things and be proud of themselves and our culture.”

Tyron’s talent is remarkable; his art speaks to you from a deeply spiritual place.

He is certainly a name to watch out for.

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One of Tyron’s unique pieces of art.

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A painting of Tyron’s totem, a dolphin.

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“Hunter residents face a 10 year wait to access social housing,” Shadow Minister for the Hunter Kate Washington said.

THE NSW Opposition has obtained documents under freedom of information laws that reveal the extent of social housing sales in the Hunter.

Those documents reveal $19 million dollars’ worth of social housing sales in the past two years in the Hunter, despite the social housing waiting list ballooning out to over 60,000 applicants amid the escalating housing

affordability crisis.

“Hunter residents face a 10 year wait to access social housing,” Shadow Minister for the Hunter Kate Washington said.

“The [NSW] Government has privatised the management of the Hunter’s social housing properties and many residents fear the Government will sell off their homes next,” Ms Washington said.

NSW needs 100,000 new social and affordable houses over the next 20 years just to keep up with current levels of demand, according to community housing experts.

Shadow Minister for Social Housing Tania Mihailuk said that the NSW Government should be focussing on increasing the supply of social and affordable housing options rather than selling off existing stock.

MAYOR Bruce MacKenzie has today challenged the leader of the NSW Nationals, John Barilaro, to have the courage of his convictions when it comes to regional council mergers.

“Mr Barilaro yesterday stated that the Nats would no longer be taken for granted.

Well I’m here to tell him that Port Stephens won’t be taken for granted either,” he said.

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Liberal party’s table, then in the same breath, wouldn’t rule out support for Port Stephens/Newcastle merger.

It sounds like he wants to be half pregnant to me.”

“The facts are there for anyone and everyone to see.

Port Stephens is well and truly fit to stand alone. We are a highly successful, financially strong Council of 70,000 residents, with a community satisfaction rating amongst the highest in the state.”

“It makes absolutely

no sense to merge us with Newcastle. The NSW Liberal Party knows that and so do the Nationals.”

“What I’m asking John Barilaro to do is to show some integrity and say it publicly.

Does he represent regional NSW or does he represent his own personal political interests?”

“I’m telling you now, Orange was just the beginning. The coalition can say goodbye to the former safe Liberal/National seat of Port Stephens for the next decade if they stuff this up.

It’s their call.”

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ARE you a not-for-profit organisation that requires staff?

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Workskil Australia is a national not-for-profit employment services organisation which is also a jobactive provider with more than 30 years’ experience.

Andy Litten, a Work for the Dole Broker, covers areas from Dungog, Tea Gardens, Raymond Terrace, Medowie, Lemon Tree Passage and Tanilba Bay, the Tomaree Peninsula, and Newcastle.

Mr Litten works with five jobactive providers: Workskil, Joblink Plus, The Salvation Army Employment Plus, Max Employment and Mission Providence.

A person on Newstart commences the “Work for the Dole”phase after being on the program for 12 months.

If you are aged between 18-29 years, you must work 25 hours a week for a period of six months.

Thirty to 55 year olds only require 15 hours a week and if the client does not find work during the six-

month period, the jobactive providers then assist with intensive job searching.

“Work for the Dole gives the client so many benefits; it’s a way that the person can give back to the community and at the same time learn new skills and gain confidence,” Andy Litten told Bay News Of The Area.

Work for the Dole is an easy step back into employment with a “soft skills” approach.

Being a part of a team, learning how to work to a deadline and reporting to people all helps the client gain confidence as well as learn new skills.

“We have great success with many gaining fulltime employment after participating in a Work for the Dole placement,” Mr Litten said.

“If you are a not-forprofit organisation, and you would like to give someone an opportunity to contribute and learn new skills, then Australian Work For The Dole Services can assist,” Mr Litten added.

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Club Champs Nelson Bay Golf Club

By David and Rhona BIRSS

Highlights of the Week Julie Newsham achieved the difficult task of a Hole-in-One on the 11th hole. By doing so she won a $500 prize from our sponsor A&J Auto Body Repairs of George’s Rd Salamander.

On the same day, Life Member Joan Frost (who admits to being over 80) scored an incredible 43 points.

Sunday 15 January was the club’s Opening Day which signals the commencement of the 2017 competition program.

A large field participated, with the winning team being Paul Kennedy, Simonne Irvine, Ian Edmunds and Tony Short.

Club President Max Pride, in his welcoming address, reminded members that

it will be only five months until the new clubhouse is completed. There will be plenty of work by all concerned between now and then.

There were also the Presentations for the Men’s and Mixed events conducted in 2016.

Competition Results Sunday 15 January: Opening Day teams, best two scores to count. Winners: P Kennedy, S Irvine, I Edmunds, T Short.

97 pts.

Monday 16 January: Vets 9 holes: J. Stuhmcke 23 pts, R. Cornege 22.

Tuesday 17 January: Ladies Stableford. Div 1: R. Uptin 37, H. Atkins 36; Div 2: J. Frost 43, A. Hellmrich 40; Div 3: A. Poulos 37, P. Norman 36.

Wednesday 18 January: Men’s Stableford. Course 1: A Grade: G. Wardle 41, W. Dart 36; B Grade: L. Hora 43 (cb) M. Selmo 43; C Grade: R.

Bommies in Fine Form...

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Now the “Bommies” want to continue their competitive streak by expanding to accommodate new players.

“Over the last few years we have seen the highest skill levels and numbers in players to date. With having no local first grade side (Tooheys Cup) in a few years, we have found all our local juniors have had to either play another code or travel into Newcastle,” Fingal Bay Bomboras President Stuart McDonald said.

“Fielding an U19s team

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Brighton 42, P. Griffin 38.

Course 2: A Grade: J. Gascoigne 43, P. Metham 40; B Grade: I Warrington 40, L. Hair 39; C Grade: Don Jones 37, P. Dee 35.

Thursday 19 January: Ladies Div 1: R. Shaw 38 (cb), R.

would benefit any players wanting to play footy in the area until they (the younger players) have the means to travel into town if wanting to play at a higher level, or are just happy to play at the level they are.”

Stuart McDonald said the plan was about looking towards the future and the ongoing benefits to players and the wider community.

“The benefits for the younger players outweigh the possible benefits the club would receive, but the club would be much better off getting the younger supporters, parents and

Kennet 38; Div 2: E. Lloyd 36 (cb), P. Cleare 36; Mens Vets: F. Mahoney 20, T. Curtayne 19.

Friday 20 January: Ladies Div 1: F. Giudes 38; Div 2: C. Fishburn 40; Men A Grade: R. O’Shannessy 43, G Wardle

possible sponsors that would come along with a second team,” he said.

“As for spectators, they will come down to Fingal Bay Oval to see what the future holds for our popular club, and it will also bring the community together a bit better.”

The Final Bay Bomboras have a strong local history.

The team “got off the ground” in 1998 with “a few local guys wanting to break away and play footy with their mates,” Mr McDonald said.

“We have now formed into the most family-orientated club I have seen in my playing career; within that time we have been a competitive team

41; B Grade: D. Middlebrook 44, N, George 42; C Grade: R. Ball 47, P. Page 43.

Saturday 21 January: Course 1: A Grade: R Barker 39.

W. Mitchell 30; B Grade: K. McElwain 40 (cb), C. Herring 40; C Grade: S Jones 40, L.

in any grade we have played in by making finals most years.”

They have solid support from local businesses and their major sponsors for 2017 are the Fingal Bay Sports Club, Nelson Bay Real Estate and Maitland and Port Stephens Toyota.

All interested players wanting to play A-grade and U19s can contact Stuart McDonald on 0401 557 281, Bo Earl A-grade Coach on 0478 812 883 or go to the club’s Facebook page.

The U19s are urged to get involved as soon as possible so the club can get the required numbers to register the team.

Keppie 39. Course 2 A Grade: R. Totman 43, J. McCaw 42; B Grade: R. Kew 41 (cb), M. Betlinski 41; C Grade: I Woodhill 40, J. Timbs 39; Ladies: R. Hemberg 38, J. Tolhurst 37.

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By Greg RAMSEY Tuesday Vets winner: L shute 39 from R Willock 37 c/b

Wednesday Men’s winner: G Pownall +2 from B Newham +2 c/b Wednesday Ladies’ winner: V Davies -2 from J Hancock -2 c/b Saturday Results: 4BBB Medley Stableford: Winners: M Durie and M Durie 52 Runners Up: B Stein and R Shaw 50 c/b Pro Shop Comp: Winner: C Ermer 38 Runner Up: C More 37

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Come on down to the netball registration day.

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THE Nelson Bay Netball Association began in 1982 with the Nelson Bay Sportsground Committee seeking permission for grounds to start a netball competition.

Four grass courts were promised, and in 1983 the Nelson Bay Netball Club was formed with the competition comprising 12 senior teams, involving the registration of approximately 100 players.

The club is growing at a fast rate and this year the club is calling for new and existing players looking at registering for the 2017 winter competition.

“The best thing we have done is to reduce the fees dramatically this year in comparison to other years,” Nadina Potter, Secretary of the Nelson Bay Netball Association, told Bay News Of The Area.

“While fees and prices are increasing in every sphere, we are proud to have been able to reduce our fees to make it more affordable for all of our players this year,” Ms Potter said.

Teams include a female mixed team aged from 7- 16 years and all female teams aged 17 years and over with a minimum of five players details.

Payments must accompany the registration form.

If you don’t have a team, the association will help you find a team.

Just email the association for more information.

Registration Days are from 9am – 12 pm Saturday, 11 February and 25 February at the Nelson Bay Netball Courts Clubhouse Aquatic Close, Salamander Bay or download the online form from January 30 via www. nelsonbayna.nsw.netball. com.au.

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OLD STAR CROSSWORD

For Sale at cost $2900 o.n.o.

Delivery can be arrange from Shoal Bay at cost Enquire with Frank 0412 366 567

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BMX boys BMX bikes (2) $50 each.

Call after 6pm 4982 7308 Salamander Bay

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CAMERA tripod, telescopic, Weifeng, never used, in-built level, $50 4981 7523

CHICKENS Point of Lay Pullets $23.50 each.

Isa Brown and Hyline Browns wormed & vacinated.

Ph. 0484910561

CLOTHES dryer Hover 3.5 Heavy duty. As new $120 0417787215

CHILDCARE folding cot, with extra mattress, excellent condition $50, CASTROL Edge 0249829334 Ski Jacket,. Brand new. Size M. Male CIRCULAR Glass or female. $60. dining table. 1m diam.

49972442 $100. 49971838

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For Sale GOLF Clubs, Rapier Responce, over size & cavity balance system RH golf clubs, 1 - 3 Metal Woods, 3 - SW Clubs, all with regular flex Graphite Shafts. All in good cond. $140ono Ph 0419245757 GRAND Hall black Premium 323 four burner barbecue with cover. Includes a separate side burner, side shelf and gas cylinder.

Good condition.

Collect from second floor flat in Shoal Bay. $50. Mob 0400 452 788 GIANT Road racing bike full carbon Men’s medium like new condition $700 negotiable Paul 0414690791 GUITAR Ibanez AS153. Brand new.

Professional Semi Accoustic. $1,350.

0413046858 KAYAKS (2) FeelFree $350 each. Good cond 49973429

KITE Surfer, Naish.

For Sale

QUEEN size bed haead wood. Exc cond. $50. 4981 7523

TV Cabinet 2100mm l x 580mm w 1350mm h.

Timber. Ph 49972317.

RUNNING shoes with studs and wrench.

As new cond. 31cm $20.49829526 SAFE n Sound. Baby car capsule, exc cond, $40. 4981 7523 SHELLEY tea set (15 piece) best offer over $500. Shelley Coffee set (15 piece), best offer over $350. (Old Ireland) 49844557 SIMPSON 2 door fridge D freezer S900x700x1800 OL $350 ono 0411551091

SOFA bed, plush, black, one year old, bed used only once, $300 Ph 0427 204 450 TABLE 100% Bargain $50. Glass Top Dining Tble. 6 LD(black) High Back SO chairs.Bought from Harvey Norman.

0404610803 TELESCOPE High powered. 2,500new will sell $300ono. Call Steve, 4997 1773

LILLY Peas Long 24cm x 9.5cm leaves, with white flowers. Ph 49972317.

TILES new. Ideal patio. Grade1. Charcoal grey. 12msq total.300x300m. $240. 0417441420

LOUNGE Two recliners $500. Top condition.

Phone 49813784

OLD Wash stand.

Marble top. Slightly broken but a beautiful antique piece. $400 Ph 49829578 or 0401240271

OUTDOOR Setting 5pc Green Aluminium. Bar Height Round Glass Top Table and 4 chairs.

Table diam 108cm H. 95cm Chairs H 113cmW 61cmD 78cm. $120ono ph 0427642075 PACKING boxes std 11 Book 1 box. $60 lot. Pick Salamander Bay. 0402 224906

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PIANOLA ROLLS, many titles old and new. Large $20 each Medium $15 each.

Singles $10 each.

Ring 4997 0051 for list.

CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Or (02) 4983 2134 WARDROBES Two childrens white wardrobes $50 each.

Call after 6pm 4982 7308 Salamander Bay WOODEN toys (lge), 10 semi trailers, 3 tractors, 1 train, 3 rocking horses, Will sell sep or together Ph 49817297

6.5kg mach.

Kite with harness & directional board.

Used once. $1500 Ph 0402290498

LOUNGE. 2 seater lounge, VGC $80.

Tel: 02 4981 4454

DEADLINE for Ad Placement: 6pm Mondays Email us: ads@mcnota.com.au

Phone us: (02) 4983 2134

CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Or (02) 4983 2134 TRAVEL Cot Folding steel craft good cond. $40 49822475 TWO door Fisher & Paykal dishwasher 0418 665 511

Caravans

FOLDING Aluminium trailer. ramps. M/c or ATV pair $220.

Magma marine Bbq. LDor boat Suit RV, O van $125. S Motorcycle transport stand for shed or trailer New $30. Rope 50m x 18mm nylon $120 0408239842

2007 Retreat Linderman 20foot.

11 months rego. with extras.

P.O.A. Ph 4997 2017

TOWING weight dist BAKERY/cafe hitch. Toyota LD brand.

SO As new.

Bargain $260.

4984 6137

Tea Gardens. New fitout New equipment.

Very busy. Great opportunity POA 0407787384 Amanda

2001 Regent Cruiser pop top. 17’6 single beds, 200W solar system, new awning, good condition $11,750 neg. 49971233

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Motorbikes

SUZUKI Grand Vitara 5 steel wheels, 4 tyres $120. Mens and ladies 26 inch bikes, very good condition $40 each.

Caravan double foam mattress $75.

Phone 0432150031 Classifieds ads@mcnota.com.au

Caravans Items BEACH umberella $14.

Coffee Machine almost new $50. 2 pottery tubs 57cm h with plants $55 each. Large pot 62cm h with plants $40 each.

Persian floor rug $60 165cmx120cm Ph 49828787.

Classifieds ads@mcnota.com.au BURNT orange velvet covered Ottoman with storage $30. Moran 3-seater black leather Chesterfield, very good condition $500.

49972523 ELECTRIC Ozito Hedge Trimmer $30.

Panasonic Black 58” TV $100. 49972523 LAZYBOY ReclinerRocker Brand New, Unused.

Colour Fawn-Beige.

Cost $1,000 Sell for $795.

Ladies BROOKE White Joggers. As new. Size 8.5 (40 Euro). Cost $220 Sell for $120. Phone 49970890.

~ REDUCED ~ 2010 Grandcruiser

21.5ft fibreglass caravan $42,000, shower, toilet, washing machine, solar. Near new tyres, batteries and charger plus brakes. exc/cond. Tea Gardens 49970367 17’ 6” Golf Pop Top Van. Tare 1180. Model 2001. 6mths Rego. $17500 Ph 49979727 or 0429433103 Classifieds ads@mcnota.com.au

CAMERON Off Road Camper. Ex Cond.Very little use.Many extras.

Detail on enquiry.

Reduced $10500.

0448237257

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POP TOP Golf 12 ft. 2 berth, front kit. awn + annex.

750kg. VG cond.

Reg 7/17. $5200ono.

0427633776

RESIDENTIAL Caravan Site. 2 bed, bathroom & toilet L365 days D permanent.

SO $80,000ono Island Leisure Village 0407943997 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Or (02) 4983 2134

Public Notices

MEDOWIE NETBALL CLUB 2017 REGISTRATIONS ON NOW: Saturday-28th Jan: 10am-11am Wednesday- 1st Feb: 5pm-6pm ​Saturday-4th Feb: 10am-11am

Go to www.medowienetball.com to register Come to Ferodale Park courts on the above dates to try on the MNC playing uniform.

For further information email Cheryl; registrar@medowienetball.com

Tea Gardens Waste Transfer Station will be open each Saturday from 8am to 12pm from Sat 24 December 2016 - Sat 28 January 2017 inclusive.

Normal operating times are: Mondays and Wednesdays 12pm – 4pm Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 8am – 12pm Sundays 12pm – 4.30pm For further information please contact Council’s Waste Management Services section on 6591 7353. Landfill disposal fees and other relevant forms can be found at www.midcoastcouncil.nsw.gov.au c

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PO BOX 450 FORSTER NSW 2428

(02) 6591 7222 council@midcoast.nsw.gov.au

YAMAHA XJ 600S ‘94. 9000klms.

LD Unreg.

SO $900 0429380101

Machinery TRACTOR Kubota

L1802DT diesel.

Six (6) attachments.

Photos sent by email.

Price $9500ono. Call Phil 0418672321

ANTIQUE silver & porcelain, old windup watches, fountain pens/pencils, anything old & interesting.

Ph: Ron & Annette 0408967747 PLANT coast pigface white flower large leaf variety [carpobrotus] 0407275717

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Positions Vacant CONCRETER/ Steelfixer/ Formsetter required Karuah Area. 5 Months work. Send resume to twenham.ica@live.com

Funeral

BROOK Alan

Passed away peacefully 19.1.2017 Aged 75 years Late of Karuah Beloved husband of ONDREA. Loving father, father-in-law, Pop, great Pop, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend.

Relatives and friends of ALAN are respectfully advised his Funeral Service took place on Tuesday and he was privately Cremated.

LANCE BOOTS FUNERALS

49872101

www.lancebootsfunerals.com.au

COOK/CHEF

Casual hours, various shifts, award rates.

Phone 4997 0145 and follow prompts to kitchen, ask for Mark.

CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Or (02) 4983 2134

Positions Vacant GREAT LAKES AGED CARE Care Assistant: Casual Applications are invited at Great Lakes Aged Care, Bulahdelah, from suitably qualified persons for the above positions Essential Criteria • Care Certificate 111 (Aged Care) or working towards Bachelor of Nursing Degree • Current First Aid Certificate (ongoing requirement) • Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team • Self motivated • Good Communication skills • Understanding of WH&S principals • Ability to identify with Great Lakes Aged Care philosophy and mission statement • Willingness to undertake training as required Desirable Criteria • Experience in Aged Care • Relevant criminal record (Police) check Application Forms and Job Descriptions are available at Great Lakes Aged Care reception. Any further information required by contacting Kathryn Freihaut, Director of Nursing on 02 49974122. During office hours (Monday – Friday 8am-4pm).

We look forward to seeing you this season!

All applications in writing to the undersigned by Friday, February 3 2017 Kathryn Freihaut, Director of Nursing Great Lakes Aged Care. PO Box 108, BULAHDELAH 2423

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Positions Vacant

LEASE OF COMMUNITY LAND www.midcoast.nsw.gov.au

Caravans

2001 Coromal excel 505. pop top 9/17 LD reg a/c SO dbl. bed vg cond $15750.

0429787822

www.midcoast.nsw.gov.au

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SIMPSON washing 49972317.

SELL? or TELL? Ensure your NOTICE is in the N.O.T.A. The weekly community paper locals look!

Notice of Intention to Lease/Licence Tea Gardens Slipway In accordance with Sections 46 and 47 of the Local Government Act 1993, Council gives notice of its intention formalise the occupation of the slipway in Anzac Park, Marine Drive, Tea Gardens by issuing a lease to the Tea Gardens Slipway for a period of five (5) years.

Any concerns regarding the granting of these agreements may be made in writing (quoting ref. Ad-Lse-Slipway-TG) to Council and lodged with the General Manager on or before Tuesday 28 February 2017. Further information on the proposal can be obtained from Council’s Property Officer, Leonie Cooke on 6591 7336. c

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ARBORISTS, OPERATORS & LABOURERS FEDC is seeking a range of experienced arborists, operators and labourers for vegetation management contracts around Bulahdelah.

FEDC would like to hear from candidates that: • have previous experience working as supervisors, scopers, cutters, EWP operators, chipper operators and/or ground crew in the vegetation management, private tree trimming or power line clearing industries; or • are hard working, ambitious and want to begin a new career in vegetation management.

Applicants with current qualifications in the following areas will be looked upon favourably: • CATT, Cert II ESI, CAVC; • Chainsaw ticket, ChemCert, OH&S white card, first aid, traffic control; • EWP licence; • unrestricted medium rigid (MR) licence, or higher; • Essential Energy authorised; • Certificate II or III in arboriculture, or other climbing qualifications.

All applicants should be prepared to operate out of FEDC’s depot in Bulahdelah, NSW. To express your interest in a role with FEDC, please email or fax your cover letter and resume, including work history and details of all relevant skills and experience, to admin@fedc.com.au or (02) 6662 8258.

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A great LIST at your fingertips EVERY WEEK

ROWING single scull

with blades $750 0411551091 STEGCRRAFT 15 footer, half cabin, runabout.

55hp Evinrude, both reg, $3000. 0403 684110

TINNY Aluminium, new

trailer, 15HP Yamaha only 8hrs running, $3500 ono 49973429

Vehicles 2005 Ford F250, 7.3 turbo diesel, power chip, new gear box and brakes. Includes a heavy allow boat rack, 200 litre electric portable fuel tank, rear suspension air bags, tow and bull bars and many other extras. $40,000 the lot or reasonable offer. Fingal Bay 0428683440 2014 Ford Focus Sport Hatch, LW MK2 5D 6 speed, automatic, in excellent condition one owner. $19,500 or reasonable offer. Fingal Bay 0418945934 98 FORD Courier crew cab ute, canopy, roof racks, LPG, 2.6L 4cyl, manual, new tyres, April 30 Rego, $1,900, 2WD economy, runs great!

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Established in Port Stephens & Hunter since 1988

LAWN CARE

FREE to the right home, 7yr old Burmese Bella & rescue moggie Benny. Desexed and microchipped. Require new home due to change in owners circumstances. Can separate. 49829498

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Thursday, 26 January, 2017

PLUMBER ALL GENERAL PLUMBING - NO JOB TO SMALL JAMES KENNEDY Licence No L8618

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PAINTERS

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WHEELCHAIRS (2) Glide, Free.

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VINTAGE Antique Tiger Claw on silver chain. 0403 632 701

All aspects of Pest Control // Termite // General Pests

“Absolutely everything roofing”

• Lawn Mowing • Hedge Trimming • All Garden Work • Fully Insured

Trenching Footings

Pensioner Discounts. Locally Owned & Operated

DRIVEWAYS HOUSE ROOF

PHONE US TODAY:

Office - 4984 4479 Les - 0418 684 869

ELECTRICIAN

Site Levelling & Clearing

Call Shane 0457 921 523

PRESSURE WASH

KITCHENS

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LOST IN MYALL RIVER Cochlear hearing aid. Came off at Engels Landing.

Probably in silt on Sth side of jetty. Has magnetic disc so metal detector might find it. Was in silicon waterproof cover.

Reward $250 for recovery. Can’t hear without it. If found anytime pls. txt 0425 785336 - Andy

JAGER Pest Control

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PRIDE Playmate 40hp. $1200. No rego.

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HONDA Legend 1991 Rego 3 Apr. 1 owner. LM-473 $6000 49828782

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