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birth to their second child and is on maternity leave, was diagnosed with Stage 4 Lymphoma Hodgkin Cancer. The diagnosis means that Mr King is undergoing eight months of chemotherapy

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causing minor injuries, before stealing property and fleeing. Officers from Port Stephens Local Area Command arrived a short time later and arrested a 33-year-old man nearby. Following a search of the man, officers allegedly located items stolen from the home. The items were seized and will undergo forensic examinations. A crime scene was established at the home and was examined by specialist officers. CONTINUED Page 2

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A MAN has been charged following a home invasion in Medowie. Last Sunday night, leading up to midnight, emergency services were called to a home on Rosewood Drive, Medowie following reports of a home invasion. Police were told that two men armed with a knife and a bat, forced entry into the home and threatened the occupants. While in the home, one of the men allegedly cut a 23-year-old woman in the arm,

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He was refused bail and appeared at Raymond Terrace Local Court on Monday 11 July, where he was again refused bail to appear at Newcastle Local Court on 7 September 2016.

The man was taken to Raymond Terrace Police Station and charged with aggravated break and enter, detain person with intent and cause actual bodily harm, and armed with intent. Initial investigations suggest that the incident was targeted.

News Of The Area spoke to Port Stephens Police who could not confirm or deny information they have in relation to a possible second person-of-interest in the invasion, due to ongoing investigations.

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General Manager, Wayne Wallis said all funding that helps to combat littering is greatly appreciated. "Our region is renowned for its picturesque coastline and natural environment and this funding will help to reduce the impact of littering. “This is a great initiative and we'd like to thank the government for their contribution," Mr Wallis said. “This project will target litter at two main road sites leading to industry and tourist destinations. The project will build on Round 2 project activities including: training rangers; installing in-

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Mr Ben Callen from Medowie Meats donated all the meat for the Sausage Sizzle. Mr Callen told Medowie News Of The Area, “We heard the story and I thought they could do with a bit of help, so we jumped on board.” “You don’t realise how tough some people do it.” In addition to the Sausage Sizzle held on Friday 8 July, a Trivia Night is also scheduled to be held at the Bull ‘n’ Bush on Wednesday, 3 August. The event can cater for ten tables of ten people and there will also be an auction on the night which has fantastic prizes donated by local businesses such as a cruise. People are invited to attend the Trivia Night as patrons of the Bull ‘n’ Bush and to bid for items in the public auction. The Sausage Sizzle raised $249 for the King family. Donations of goods and cash are being accepted at the Coles’ Service Desk. All cash is transferred to gift cards and presented to the King family.

and a 10cm tumour was found in his spine. After an operation, initial chemotherapy, complications identified, and a scan carried out, an enlarged thymus gland was found, leading to Mr King’s Lymphoma Hodgkin diagnosis. The family has not had an easy 12 months and even though the arrival of a new baby should bring about joy and celebration the diagnosis of Mr King’s cancer one week after his daughter was born has marred that joy. Sausage Sizzle organiser and Coles employee, Ms Tina Brown told Medowie News Of The Area, “The people of Medowie are lovely and always want to help, so we put our heads together to think of what we could do to support the Kings.” “They have bills just like everyone else to pay and we are holding this Sausage Sizzle and the Trivia Night in August to help ease their burdens.”

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By Simone JOHNSON THE historic and well known ‘Raymond Terrace Sabre’ has spent 3 years being restored, and is finally located at Williamtown’s Fighter World. The A94-959 that was located in Beetles Park Raymond Terrace since 1981 acted as the silent symbol of the Raymond Terrace Lions Club community work. The placing of the monument 35 years ago coincided with the 40th Anniversary of the establishment of the RAAF Base at Williamtown and the 60th Anniversary of the formation of the Royal Australian Air Force. According to Trevor Boughton, “Perseverance, problem solving skills, aided by the Sabre’s rugged construction, overcame each difficulty and resulted in the safe arrival at the Terrace.” The Goldsprings Heavy Haulage Company of Rutherford NSW undertook the demounting of the dilapidated Sabre from its display column and transporting it to Fighter World on March 10, 2013. Taking three years to complete, the Sabre underwent immense

cleaning, replacing internal and outer panels, patching and filling holes in the skin and wing edges and sanding the entire outer surface back to bare metal. Generous donations by individuals and organizations helped with the restoration. A celebratory roll out of the newly refurbished aircraft took place at Fighter World in April 2016. It is currently situated out the front of Fighter World for all to see free of charge. Marketing Manager, Dick Coleman told News Of The Area, “Now that the Raymond Terrace Sabre is back on display it’s a perfect opportunity to see what the Fighter World volunteers are really capable of.” “Inside the main hangar you’ll not only be amazed at the many aircraft on display but also find the Norm Forrester Collection.” “Unique to Fighter World, it is undoubtedly one of Australia’s greatest displays of hand built model aircraft,” he said. Open from 10am to 4pm everyday of the school holidays, the museum has a large variety of history on display as well as interactive tours and a café.

Reduced the speed limits THE Department of Defence have advised that traffic control and reduced speed limits will be in place on Medowie Road between the RAAF Base North Gate and the roundabout at the intersection of Medowie Road and Richardson Road, Williamtown. The scheduled time for this is

from Monday to Friday, 11-15 July (weather permitting). The temporary traffic controls and reduced speed limits will be in place between 7:00pm and 5:00am and will facilitate safer traffic flow for commuters along Medowie Road. The Department of Defence

appreciates the support it receives from the Port Stephens community during the Base Upgrade period. Further information regarding the road works can be obtained by calling 1300 DEFENCE (1300 333 362) and asking to be connected to RAAF Williamtown.

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With a Masters in Aerospace Medicine, Dr Burford understands the local community needs well, including those of pilots and other aircrew. Dr Burford told Medowie News Of The Area, “One of the things I like about General Practice is just that, it is general.” “We also see a lot of different things in the variety of patients.” When asked what the advantage is for medical students to pursue a career as a GP rather than a specialist, Dr Burford replied, “As GPs we have a big advantage as we see patients as a whole person, rather than a specialist who sees patient case by case.” q OPEN: Ready to help the community (back row)KayleneStaader (receptionist), Melissa Druvins “It’s rewarding to see (physiotherapist), and Rebecca Verschelden (nurse). (front row) Karen Boyd (practice manager), Dr kids grow up, you get a lot Paul Burford (GP). of satisfaction knowing you get to know people, their families, and the community.” The practice currently has By Heather SHARP Place, Williamtown in the new patients with Practice the difficulties Defence a GP, Registered Nurse, and airport’snew precinct. Manager, Ms Karen Boyd members, their spouses, a Physiotherapist, with an DOCTOR Paul Burford, The surgery, which telling Medowie News Of and their children extra GP due to start very one of Medowie’s most opened in April this year, The Area, “We offer a family experience when moving soon. loved community-based is located alongside the friendly service.” to a new posting location Dr Burford has a General Practitioners (GP), Mercure Hotel and other Dr Burford, who started and welcomes all Defence commitment to ensuring sick has set up his new medical airline industry businesses. his medical career in the members’ families to contact practice at Technology His books are open, taking RAAF in 1999, understands him for their medical needs. kids get well quickly, saying,

“Sick kids should be seen on the day and as much as possible, if parents call the practice we will see their sick child the same day.” There are plans currently in place to expand the Williamtown based practice, with a purpose built facility due to open in 12 months’ time. In addition to Melissa Druvins, the physiotherapist who has 7 years’ experience in the field, already part of Central Health Alliance a number of other allied health professional will be added. In addition to a café and pharmacy planned, there will also be a psychologist, podiatrist, dietician, more GPs, and a range of visiting specialists. It will become as Ms Boyd says, “A one stop shop for all your health needs.” Giving back to the community important for Dr Burford is also very important and Central Health Alliance is a major sponsor of Medowie Football Club, professional boxer Michael Upton, Medowie’s Tae Kwon Do Club, and NSW hockey player Aaron Gurr.

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I WISH to convey my congratulations to the Worimi Land Council and all the wonderful staff and helpers who made Friday at the Murrook Cultural Centre such a success. My grandkids had a ball, went home happy, with full bellies and show bags. What amazes me is the unity and lack of any trouble. I think it says a lot for our indigenous brothers and sisters. Thanks again, Jim Batt (Mununyali) q Medowie

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IF you are considering which school your children should attend, look to a school run by Principal Megan Elliott. She must be one of the most innovative educationalists in NSW. Megan knows the benefits of attending a small school and ensures students do not miss out on amazing experiences.

She has introduced countless innovations at Bobs Farm and previously Millers Forest PS. I'm a retired teacher who has been fortunate to have worked in schools run by Mrs Elliott. She is an outstanding Principal who understands the unique experiences and opportunities that small schools can offer. Greg Kentish

DO the residents realise that, they, together with 4/5 of NSW subsidise the city areas as regards Electricity. 4/5 of NSW is covered by Essential Energy and Endeavor Energy and pay an Electricity Supply Charge (SAC) [thats to have it go past your house] of around $1.60/ day plus extra, to the tune of 5c/Kw for each kilowatt hour. If you are privileged enough to live in the rest of the state, the area from the upper Hunter down to

Port Stephens then down to Bega on the South Coast, which includes Newcastle, Sydney, Wollongong, then, you are in an Ausgrid area. SAC here are almost half what we pay at 82c/ day and less rate per kilowatt. I informed the Member for Myall Lakes over 12 months ago and he and other National Party members do not seem particularly interested and why would they. They are not going to disrupt the goose that delivers the golden egg. One would think that the State National

members would try to do everything possible to break the divide between the city and country. Here, in the country, we pay higher, land rates, electricity, water and fuel. If the State is serious about encouraging people to the country through decentralisation, then, lets begin by making these basic costs fairer. I call upon our state representatives to address this inequity. John Alterator

To phase out chemical WHILE many airports and firefighting facilities have transitioned to firefighting foams that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t contain perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS) and perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), sources tell us that there are still some industries that use them. Firefighting foams containing PFOS and PFOA were used

extensively at Williamtown RAAF from the 1970s. Used foam was allowed to run off into the porous sand beds and enter the aquifer, leading to the current contamination of the water supply and a ban on commercial fishing in the area. Despite an international alert in 2003 from the makers of the foam to phase out the use

of this product,it is understood that Defence only began that phase out process in 2008. Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington said that the current State Government needs to develop a plan to phase out the use of these chemicals.

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Mayor MacKenzie funds for Karuah Men’s Shed Mackenzie. “The funds will go towards our next major project which is a full replacement of the front deck of the shed,” Mr King said. “We’ve spent a lot of time getting the building up to a safe standard, and once the deck is restored, members will be able to go out and fish from it and it will be a great place to put your feet up and relax.” Mr King said the organisation hosts regular presentationson health related issues and isalso

q MEN’S SHED: Members Kevin Johnson, John King, Terry Bowcott and Richard Strickland. By Daniel SAHYOUN KARUAHMen’s Shed is set to benefit from an $8,000 funding boost made available through a grant from Port Stephens Council. The funding program delivered a total of $19,000 to community organisations

in the Port Stephens Local Government Area for projects that will deliver vital services to the community. The Men’s Shed is a registered health promotion charity that supports programs to improve men's health and wellbeing with over 1000 sheds located throughout Australia.

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The Karuah Men’s Shed has been operating for the past five years and provides a welcoming and supportive environment for its members and visitors. President John King said group members greatly appreciate the funding assistance provided by Port Stephens Mayor Bruce

involved in supporting the health of the wider community through a variety of projects. “The funding our local Council has given us will not only help us, but will also assist the whole community,” Mr King said. Other organisations to receive funding through the program include Raymond Terrace Men’s Shed, Port Stephens Suicide Prevention Network and Nelson Bay Australia Day Committee. Mayor Bruce MacKenzie said he had seen first-

Drugs found inside a car A TEA Gardens man has been charged with offences relating to possessing a prohibited drug and driving with a disqualified licence. The 31-year-old malewas found with an amount of cannabis and the drug ICE in his

possession following a police search of his vehicle. Tea Gardens Police observed the vehicle stopped on the side of Myall Way on the approach to the Pacific Highway at 2.00pm Monday 27 June.

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hand how deserving these organisations were. “There are so many organisations in Port Stephens that are working for no other purpose than to benefit the people in our community,” he said. “There is no underestimating the significance of the work they do, and the difference they make to our community. Mayor MacKenzie said it was a pleasure for Port Stephens Council to make the funds available to be able to support these organisations.

The Police report states, “The sole occupant of the vehicle was sitting in the driver’s seat and appeared to be smoking a bong.” A search of the vehicle resulted in an amount of cannabis, the drug ICE, abong and a glass smoke pipe being located. Police inquires confirmed the driver’s licence was currently disqualified. The male was subsequently charged with drive whilst disqualified and two counts of possess prohibited drug.

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The transition to BAE’s total sustainment of the Hawk 127 began in October 2015.

BAE Systems Australia took over operational maintenance of the Hawk 127 Lead-In Fighter on Friday, 1 July, in an extension of its contract for in-service support of the Lead-In Fighter training system. This marks the transfer of first line Hawk maintenance from Royal Australian Air Force technicians to our partners at BAE Systems Australia, after 15 years of the present arrangements. As a result of the transfer, approximately 150 Royal Australian Air Force technicians across bases at Pearce and Williamtown are being reemployed across the current platforms and new weapon systems, such as the EA-18G Growler and the F35 Joint Strike Fighter. Officer Commanding 78 Wing, Group Captain

Terry van Haren, said Royal Australian Air Force engineers and technicians have a proud history of professional and dedicated service within Numbers 76 Squadron and 79 Squadron. “Collectively the Squadrons recently celebrated 100,000 hours of flying on the Hawk 127 aircraft without loss of life or aircraft.” “The men and women of 76 Squadron and 79 Squadron can be justly proud of their efforts, and they can look forward to an exciting career moving forward in the operational Air Force,” Captain van Haren said. The transition to BAE’s total sustainment of the Hawk 127 began in October 2015.

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CAKE: Combined Probus Club of Medowie foundation member Charlotte Wood cutting the birthday cake.

Medowie Probus Club turns thirteen and celebrates

THE members of the Combined Probus Club of Medowie enjoyed their thirteenth birthday lunch at Bella Vista in Mayfield on Wednesday 6 July. There was a massive attended for the occasion, where thirty eight members went along, with three visitors, to celebrate the anniversary. Terry Corcoran from the club told News Of The Area, “In Probus terms, the word

“combined” denotes a club open to both men and women. There are some single gender clubs in the area, but they are a minority.” “The Probus motto is ‘Fun, Friendship and Fellowship’ and the Medowie club strives to achieve this for our members,” he said. Mr Corcoran said that at each of their monthly meetings they have a guest speaker.

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“These speakers have enlightened us on an extensive range of topics over the years,” he said. In addition to their monthly meetings, the Probus Club has a range of activities and outings. “Coming up later in the year we are doing a luncheon cruise on the Manning River, a movie day and lunch at the Medowie Community Centre and a lunch at the Dunes

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By Jenny BAXTER WHILE golf is generally known as a sport for all ages, genders and ability levels, it’s not often the course is full of players with their age still in single digits. Pacific Dunes Golf Course recently played

host to students in years 3-6 from Bob’s Farm Public School, as part of a 4-week program both at school and at the Medowie course. Part of the collaboration between the Australian Government’s ‘Sporting Schools’ initiative, the largest school-based sports participation program, and the ‘My Golf’ program, students were introduced to golf, focusing on areas

such as warm up, chipping, full swing games, golf knowledge and etiquette. Battling the windy conditions, the 16 lucky students were tutored by Pacific Dunes community golf coach, Amanda Burns. The Pacific Dunes course has recently adopted a new initiative, establishing a ‘Kids’ Course’, specifically designed to cater for the younger golfer.

Aqua coloured tees have been strategically placed to provide a 3800m, par 72 course for juniors. Pacific Dunes General Manager, Kurt Linde said, “The brand new kids’ course offers junior golfers the opportunity to play along side their parents and coaches to experience the course, tailored to suit their ability and strengths.” PGA Professional, Jamie

Hook, has been focusing on rejuvenating the weekly kids’ golf clinics and will be running a school holiday program on 13 / 14 July. Junior Golf memberships are now available for 2016-2017 ‘Under 18 Golf Membership’ category, for the new junior course and cost from only $50. The Kids Weekly Clinics are held every Wednesday

during school term from45pm. The cost is $10 per person. The Kids School Holiday Clinic are scheduled for 13and 14 July, 10am-12pm and is $59 per person. For more information, contact Pacific Dunes Golf Shop for further details and bookings: (02) 49160500 or email jamiehook@ pacificdunesgolf.com.au

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"I urge the Liberal Councillors to reconsider their position and back the community instead of pandering to the Premier.”

q AGAINST: Member for Port Stephens Kate Washington says no to merger of Councils.

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MEMBER for Port Stephens, Kate Washington MP, has called on Newcastle’s Liberal Councillors, to stop supporting the Baird government’s plan to forcibly merge Port Stephens and Newcastle Councils. Newcastle City Council recently voted to obtain legal advice about joining one of the existing legal actions against the NSW Government over the forced mergers of Councils.

RT Pigeon Club By Nigel ARCHER

Pacific Dunes Golf Club

Pigeon racing from Port Macquarie on Sunday 10/7/16 1st- P Brookes Time: 03:26:49 Vel: 870.5 2nd- A Janissen Time: 04:14:46 Vel: 739.8 3rd- Rankovic&Lukin Time: 03:54:08 Vel: 673.5

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Three of the four Newcastle Liberal Councillors then lodged a rescission motion, preventing the Council from gaining any legal advice to present to Councillors. Having lodged the rescission motion, no Liberal Councillors attended the first meeting called by Council’s Interim CEO to debate the item, and only one attended the second. In contrast, the Liberal members of Port Stephens

Mondays at 12 noon. Email us at medowie@newsofthearea.com.au Or phone us for more information on 4983 2134.

Gala day for club will raise awareness and funding

Weekly Comp Results Week Ending 10/07/16 Wednesday Mens Individual S’ Ford J Bell 34, J Kannar 31 c/b, Z Leach 31 c/b, T Hilton 31 c/b, I Buhler 31; NTP 5th J Bell, NTP 10th M Rota, NTP 14th W Fox. Thursday Ladies Individual S’ Ford J O`Neill 32, R Wallace 26 NTP 5TH J O`Neill, NTP 14th C Honeyman SaturdayIndividual S’ ford MensA Grade

Council have actively opposed their State Government colleagues on the issue of Council amalgamations. Ms Washington said, “Newcastle Liberal Councillors must stop backing Baird and start backing the community they were elected to represent.” “The Newcastle Liberal Councillors know their rescission motion will fail. This is just a stalling

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M Lewis 37 c/b, PHughes 37, JMorey 36 c/b, M Edwards 36, J Perry 34 c/b, M Hampson 34 B Grade AColley 35, BMcDougal 33, KCotter 32 C/B, BSpooner 32, GCrossman 31, WPhillips 28 NTP 5th J Le Messurier, NTP 8th M. Hope, NTP 14th R Hogan, NTP 17th P Hughes Ladies A Grade V Melville 30, T Sampson 29 B Grade L McDougal 31, J Siebert 28

technique to help out their mates in Sydney, putting politics before people.” “The real losers of these forced amalgamations are the residents and ratepayers of Port Stephens and Newcastle,” she said. "I urge the Liberal Councillors to reconsider their position and back the community instead of pandering to the Premier,” Ms Washington told News Of The Area.

NTP 5th C Henderson, NTP 14th V Melville Sunday Individual S’ ford with 4BBB in Conjunction Mens S Mahoney 40, M Taggart 38, T Pascoe 37 c/b NTP 5th S Beasley, NTP 14th K Stein Ladies J Maher 30, B Koppman 29 NTP 5th A Stein, NTP 14th B Koppman 4BBB S Mahoney & M Crean 49, M See & B Leayr 45

“The day is a great opportunity for the town to come out and support the local team. Everyone is playing at the same spot” FROM Page 12

Medowie’s own coffee van run by Hennessy’s Coffee will also be coming on the day and will donate $1 for every hot beverage sold. Ms Lisa Cook, parent volunteer, told Medowie News Of The Area, “The day is a great opportunity for the town to come out and support the local team. Everyone is playing at the same spot.” The Club is aiming to raise at least $3000, and Jackie Murphy, Committee Member, who has been with the Club for 23 years said, “In the past four years we have been wearing pink socks for the Breast Cancer Foundation and this year we decided to make it a bigger event and invite the whole community to our Gala Day.” All teams from the local Hunter Junior Rugby region will be organising a Breast Cancer Fundraising event on the weekend of the 30 July to support

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the Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation. Ms Jackie Murphy, Committee Members, told Medowie News Of The Area, “Cancer touches too many families, it is such an important cause to support.” “All funds raised at the Gala Day will stay in the local area to support women from the Hunter area.” The Club’s committee has said the support and sponsorship from local businesses has been overwhelming. Major sponsors for the day include Hennessy Coffee, Medowie Meets, and Sweet Things bakery at Heatherbrae. For more information about the Medowie Rugby Union Club and their Tuesday and Thursday training days, go to https:// www.facebook.com/ Medowie-and-Districts-Rugby-UnionClub- 3876049057095/?fref=ts

q PLANNING: Some of the hardworking Charity Gala Day organisers (Back Row, L-R) Ann Marie Stott-Lucas, Kelly Mason (Front Row, L-R) Jackie Murphy, Lisa Cook.

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q TEAM: Medowie Rugby Union Players prepare for the Charity Gala Day (Back Row, L-R) William Cook, Connor Stott-Lucas, Bowen Mason (Middle Row) Robert Cook (Front Row, L-R) Ben Murphy, Lachlan Murphy, Jackson Fuller, Oscar Cook.

MEDOWIE’S Rugby Union Club will be holding a Hunter Breast Cancer Fundraising Day on Saturday, 30 July from 9am at Boyd Oval. The Gala Day, open to the public, is the one day of the season that all teams from the club, U7s, U14s, and Seniors play their home games in Medowie on the same day. The Seniors game is scheduled for 3pm. Ms Kelly Mason, Committee Member at the Club, told Medowie News Of The Area, ”There will be face painting, fairy floss,

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