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Christmas lights

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Volunteers treated to lunch

Young Volunteer’s love for animals

By Heather SHARP

VOLUNTEERS, young and old, around Australia are being honoured for International Volunteers Day. Medowie’s Tiana Binskin deserves recognition as

a young volunteer who demonstrates compassion for animals and volunteers so much of her own time to looking after their welfare and well-being.

Tiana spent three years in the YATZ (Youth At The

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Tiana won a scholarship to a new project based high school, and used it to complete a Certificate II in Business and Travel and accommodation to volunteer at Australia Zoo.

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THE local fascination with Santa continued this weekend with two visits from the man in red to The Little Pantry Café in Medowie and Central Health Alliance in Williamtown.

All for a good cause,

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the jolly Santa of the event, which was kindly hosted by Medowie’s The Little Pantry Café, was raising money for Rotary’s Shelter Boxes.

Photographer for the event, Mr Aaron McGowan, told Medowie News Of The

Area, “A Shelter Box is a very large box and everything a family needs for a year should a natural or man-made disaster strike.”

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q Tiana Binskin adores looking after all creatures great and small.

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year 12, Tiana’s life consists of working at Irukandji, studying online, running her two home based businesses – Tiana’s Tender Loving Pet Minding, and a bird breeding business called Binnie’s Birds – and still volunteering her time at Oakvale Farm.

Tiana told News Of The Area, “Volunteering fulfils me because it gives me the opportunity to educate people of the importance of animals and how we can conserve these animals for the future generations to come.”

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“They cost $1000 each to produce and are flown all over the world to where they are needed.”

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Tiana has also completed work experience at Featherdale Wildlife Park and Dubbo Zoo. Part of Tiana’s schooling meant applying to local companies for internships and she gained a placement at Oakvale Farm, Salt Ash. She quickly realised that she loved Oakvale the most of all her

they keep the animals in as natural an environment as possible, so she asked if she could stay on the second term and then third term, and was then accepted as a volunteer there.

Tiana’s ultimate goal is full-time employment with Oakvale farm as a bird keeper.

During her time there, one of the keepers purchased the Shark and Ray Park - now called Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters, and being impressed with Tiana’s

work ethic, offered Tiana a school-based traineeship at their business.

While studying years 11 and 12, Tiana began employment at Irukandji alongside a TAFE course studying Certificate II in Animal Studies and still volunteering her time to care for animals.

During year 12, Tiana started to study Certificate IV in Captive Animals.

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Steve and Jenny Withey, from Noah’s Ark Veterinary Practice, brought their featherbaby, Jemima (4 months) a duck and dog, Finn (18 months) for a photo opportunity with Santa.

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Gala day ready for high school

THE transition from Year 6 to the big, wide world of high school isn’t always easy, but Wirreanda teacher Patrick Hay has seen that the transition is an easier one for the students of Irrawang High School’s feeder network.

A full-time teacher and part-time triathlete, Mr Hay recognised the role sport could play to help knock down the barriers associated with starting high school.

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The result was a roundrobin competition in soccer, touch football and netball encompassing Irrawang Primary School, Grahamstown Primary School, Wirreanda Primary School, Medowie Primary School and Irrawang High School.

In addition to learning about sportsmanship and the importance of a healthy lifestyle, the Year 6 students and their soon- to-be peers

enjoyed a beneficial day that will hopefully stand them in good stead when the high school year commences in 2017.

“It can be a very difficult time for some of the students when the time comes to start Year 7 with moving to a new school and taking on all of the changes that high school brings.” Mr Hay told News Of The Area.

“So, we thought it might be a good idea to get all of the feeder schools together, along with some of their older counterparts from Irrawang High and put them all together

q Participating students from the Sports Gala day for Irrawang High School feeder primary schools. in a much more casual situation without any added pressure of being the first day

at high school.”

The day proved to be a great success, with the student

reports showing that a lot of fun was had in a positive and comfortable setting.

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spirit by getting out and experiencing some of the brilliant displays around town for a festive, memorable outing that is sure to be a delight for all ages.

News Of The Area spoke with the owners of one such house in Coachwood Drive.

Ashley Segue said, “We have really enjoyed setting up our display this year, and it’s been lovely watching

everyone stop and take pictures and comment on all the little different things.”

Reports coming in with streets to look out for, have provided some great homes to go and visit on your outing.

The first is one many will already have heard of many times, and that is the colourful and neighbourly Eagle Close, where almost

All lit up for Christmas THE Christmas Spirit is shining bright in Medowie, with an enviable number of homes sporting extravagant light displays this year.

If you’re looking for some of the best light displays in Port Stephens, then Medowie may just have you covered.

Gather your family and friends and get in the holiday

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LOCAL Police are warning community members to beware of scam-artists trying to take advantage of Christmas generosity.

“They sometimes pose as couriers delivering gifts or soliciting donations door-to-door for charitable causes although no charity is involved,” they say.

Police advise residents to always ask for identification, say no to the scamartist’s requests and phone police.

Internet scams are also common at this time of the year and can be reported to the Australian Cybercrime Online Reporting Network at www.acorn.gov.au

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Interested locals who are social media savvy are also encouraged to look on Facebook at the ‘Medowie Christmas Lights’ page for even more addresses to visit on your travels.

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Christmas Lunch for the Probus Club

By Rachael VAUGHAN THE Combined Probus Club of Medowie had their Christmas Lunch recently at Club Lemon Tree.

The majority of members were able to attend, unfortunately three were unable due to sickness on the day.

The caterers were fantastic and packed the three ill members their three course lunch, and other Club members were able to deliver their lunches to them.

The day was a great success with an entrée of canapés, followed by alternate mains of scrumptious pork belly and chicken supreme.

Dessert was a trio of desserts for each person,

consisting of Christmas pudding, a pavlova roulade and a raspberry jelly mousse.

There were lucky door prizes of wonderful Christmas baskets, all prepared by one of the members from donations from members of the Club.

Kevin Tomlinson, Secretary of the Probus Club, told News Of The Area, “The Club certainly lived up to the motto of Probus of Friendship, Fellowship and Fun, with members thoroughly enjoying the lunch, which was the last function for this year.”

There was also a presentation of 10 Year Pins to three members who have achieved that milestone.

The Combined Probus Club of Medowie meets at the Medowie Community Centre

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q Probus Club members packed the Club for their annual Christmas gathering. on the 3rd Wednesday of each month (December excepted) at 10.00 am.

Retired, or semi-retired members of the Medowie and surrounding area are always welcome to attend meetings,

meet new people and listen to guest speakers on a variety of subjects.

The Club also arranges other functions through the year ranging from trips to exciting places to

having fun lunch days with entertainment.

Any enquiries can be made to the Secretary Kevin on 4982 8870, or email the Club at medowieprobus@ gmail.com.

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26 January, 2017 (excluding Christmas Day and Night).

Gates open at 6.30pm and close at 10.00pm.

The Christmas Lights Spectacular has welcomed several new additions

including Santa’s Workshop, complete with Santa his elves, photo opportunities, and letters to Santa.

Photos with Santa will be available until Christmas Eve and stunning fireworks

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displays will be held on the opening night (4th November) and New Year’s Eve at 9.00pm.

Other traditional family favourites lighting up the gardens this year include the 12 Days of Christmas, North Pole and Nativity Scenes, Cinderella’s Castle, Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, Underwater Scene, and the Fairy Garden which has additional delights to revel in.

The next exciting attraction is the amazing Mega Creatures display which returns to Hunter

and much more.

Also included in the News Of The Area prize giveaway is a Family pass to Taronga Zoo, where you have the choice of either Sydney or Western Plains locations.

Plus a Family pass to the Australian Reptile Park where you will get up close some amazing reptiles and other animals.

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Marauders tackle the Premier League

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Valley Gardens in 2017 from 2 January. It features towering one to eight metre high interactive bugs and dinosaurs that will thrill and amaze the whole family.

Mega Creatures will suit even the busiest of holiday agendas. Open daily from 2 - 26 January 2017 day and night, Mega Creatures will offer the perfect familyfriendly outing this summer.

Displays include the infamous eight metre T-rex, giant Triceratops, towering tarantula, mega-sized snail

THE Medowie Marauders Rugby Union Club is moving up in the world.

Our Marauders have announced that the Senior team will be playing in the Premier Newcastle Hunter Rugby Union competition in 2017.

As club representative, Dwayne Murphy explained to Medowie News Of The Area, “The club is taking the next step forward as the Senior team will be playing in the Premier competition for 2017.”

“This has been made possible by the support of

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local businesses and the signing of WALK Electrical as our Major sponsor for 2017 and we hope that the players and community support them in return.”

One major benefit of playing in the NHRU’s Premier competition is that each and every game is to be televised and replayed on BarTV Sports, a local YouTube channel.

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q Dwayne Murphy from Medowie Marauders Rugby Union Club with the owners of Walk Electrical Daniel and Ashton Walk.

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Mentors and Volunteers treated to lunch

The unsong works are valued

WITH a focus this week on volunteers, the Irrawang students who honoured their school volunteers deserve recognition.

International Volunteer Day celebrates the frequently unsung work of those who assist without financial gain and Irrawang High School values and appreciates the volunteers who come into their school on a regular basis to assist their students.

Volunteers at the school come in many different forms, and for many different reasons.

Last week, Principal Mr Baxter welcomed volunteers from the school Canteen, P&C, Plan-it-Youth program and the Breakfast Club to a ‘thank you’ three course luncheon.

This very special luncheon was prepared by Chef and TAS teacher Mr Chris Enright, and his Year 12 Hospitality students, along with assistance from Tash Alexander and Mrs Noone.

Mentors and volunteers on the day remarked that the restaurant quality food was amazing.

Students had been

Poet releases first book Cousins has always been fond of the written word.

Gwenda began writing poetry in 2008, after penning a poem called The Butterfly.

She told News Of The Area, “While rehearsing a play at Maitland Repertory I was talking to a young woman who was going through difficulties

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WITH a career as the owner of a newsagency, and a sideline job writing community columns for the Maitland Mercury, Gwenda

q Author Gwenda Cousin with her book ‘Poetry of Life’ at Medowie Markets last week.

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However, the importance of community ties have not been lost on the Marauders despite their success.

“The rugby club knows the importance of keeping a close connection with the community and has ensured this is the main priority for the

club to survive.” Mr Murphy told News Of The Area.

“To this end, all home games remain the same in regards to playing at Boyd Oval as normal and our players will continue to wear the Medowie jumper with pride.”

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planning the event for weeks leading up to it, and spent all morning preparing.

The function will also count towards their Certificate II in Hospitality.

On behalf of the volunteers and mentors, Planit-Youth volunteer Jan Noake thanked Mr Enright and the students for such a beautiful three course meal, which was followed by freshly brewed coffees and boutique teas.

Mrs Noake told News Of The Area, “We all volunteer at Irrawang High School because we care about kids and appreciate the fantastic work done at the school, and want to support them.”

“To be thanked in such a way was truly amazing, it was

in her personal life.”

“This young woman mentioned that butterflies gave her hope for a brighter future, while we were talking the poem The Butterfly began forming in my mind, and I began writing it the second I got home.”

The writing bug had bitten Gwenda, and her collection of poems quickly grew.

Encouraged by friends, Gwenda decided to publish her poems.

At 73, Gwenda’s dream came true with the release of her first book ‘Poetry of Life’.

Gwenda told News Of The Area, “Every subject is real, it is life as I see it.”

The book is available for purchase at Raymond Terrace Newsagency.

You can also purchase ‘Poetry of Life’ on Amazon, Google and XLIBRIS, in either print form or electronic form for Kindle.

Gwenda has plans after Christmas to commence work on her second book, and has high aspirations and dreams that her book may one day be picked up by a large publishing company to help her to share her work further afield.

understands that two full rounds of Premier Rugby will be played at Boyd Oval during the season.

More details will be made available as they come to hand, but in the meantime, the club should be congratulated on their achievements thus far.

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q Some of the Irrawang volunteers who were treated to a three course luncheon. like we had gone to a posh restaurant because the food and service was excellent.”

Congratulations to the Year 12 hospitality students of Irrawang High School

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MY neighbour’s dog barks incessantly. Port Stephens Council has asked me to keep a diary, but I’ve got better things to do.

Mr PR, Soldiers Point.

Dear PR,

DID the local council give you any diary guidelines?

Because being asked to keep

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a diary sounds like a dream come true. Now if my literary agent had asked me to keep a diary, I would currently be cashing in on the movie rights.

Picture Breakfast at Tiffany’s with a bit of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest thrown in for good measure. Instead I’m sweating like a pig in a shabby consulting office replete with 70s lava lamp and bowls of congealed chicken soup (good for the soul, apparently).

Take the diary suggestion as a challenge, PR. Challenges are what keeps the world going – that and climate change action – but hey, the night is too young to dwell on rising temperatures and dying reefs. A barking dog calls and we, PR, must answer it.

Now I’m a dog lover, so I’d just go and let the dog out of its yard and bring it into my office so we could assist each other through our days of solitary confinement, alternating between whines and whimpers

depending on the day’s events. But not everyone likes dogs. I understand that.

So there’s an alternative.

I suggest you write about what you see when you go out to investigate the barking dog. Is there a pothole in the road that has been there so long that it’s sprouting leaves? Is the council-maintained verge overgrown? What about the graffiti on the bus shelter that suggests you partake in unsavory acts with your mother? Write it all down, PR, and send the daily installments to your council, and maybe even to News Of The Area. I guarantee that dog will be supplied with a council-issued shock collar that’ll make it more placid than Randle “Mac” McMurphy after his lobotomy.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

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spoke to a man standing next to a grey Holden Commodore. A subsequent search of the man and his car located a shortened double-barrelled shotgun and a samurai sword.

Both items were secured for forensic examination.

A 40-year-old man was arrested and taken to Raymond Terrace Police Station.

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ANSWERS 1; C. Spain. 2; B. Boat. 3; C. England. True or False: True.

Across: 1. Swell, 4. Idylls, 8. Confab, 10. Miser, 12.

Trains, 14. Slither, 17. Moan, 19. Errands, 20. Reseize, 22. Uses, 23. Esteems, 27. Siesta, 29. Grasp, 30.

Slogan, 31. Drench, 32. Needy.

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A MAN has been charged after a firearm and sword were allegedly located during a vehicle stop north of Newcastle on the weekend.

About 8.30 am on Friday 9 December 2016, police from Port Stephens Local Area Command responded to reports of a suspicious car in Salt Ash Avenue, Salt Ash about 35km north of Newcastle.

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Hearten, 27. Bitter, 29. Place, 30. Select, 31. Entire, 32. Earth. down: 1. Going, 2. Molar, 3. Twirl, 5. Acme, 6. Little, 7.

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possess shortened firearm (not pistol) without authority and custody of knife in public place.

The man was refused bail and appeared before Maitland Local Court on Friday 9 December 2016 and was granted conditional bail to re-appear at Raymond Terrace Local Court on Monday 13 February 2016.

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7 Sanctuary Close Tea Gardens. (Off Coupland Ave). 08.00 – 12.00. Many household items for sale.

SAT/SUN 17/18 Dec 8 to 2. Tea Gardens 26 genoa Gr. Household items, books,art, CDs, DVDs, moving out sale.

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TEA Gardens 18 Genoa Grove 8am12noon. 17th Dec. Household items & craft

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BAKERY/cafe Tea Gardens. New fitout New equipment.

Very busy. Great opportunity POA 0407787384 Amanda

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1400cm square, 8 seats all cushioned, 1 with small tear. Solid wood, great condition $250. Ph 0431 879857

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ARTISAN upright display freezer, as new cond, used for 6 mths only, external digital temp indicator. Sell $1,900 (new $3,200) Ph 0437 878 155

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GIANT Three Racing Bike full carbon, mens meduim, like new cond, bargin, $800 Paul 0414690791.

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Professional Semi Accoustic. $1,350.

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

RETRACTABLE hose & reel $60ono Medowie Ph 0428 291 907

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Bimini, rego May 17. safety equipment, on trailer. whole unit in near new condition. vessel at Tanilba Bay. Phone. 0410 540 737. $5000 ono.

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FALCON wagon 2007 Rego Dec 16 190,000 km,$4,500.

Ph 4981 1596 FORD Ranger XLT 2007 4 x 4 dual cab, canopy 10/17 rego, 3 litre turbo/ diesel, 127500K. All towing gear, excellent cond. $20,000 ono, 0407145366

Found FOUND 02/12/16 Coachwood Dr., Medowie - Garmin Edge 520 cycling computer.

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Wanted to buy ANTIQUE silver &

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CHEF or experienced cook wanted. Busy cafe/restaurant in Tea Gardens. Approx 30 hours a week. Above award wages. Phone 0419135674 EXPERIENCED Bar Staff, Coffee Shop attendants, Motel Cleaners required.

Includes weekend work. Resume to gm@tgcc.com.au

PROPOSAL TO UPGRADE A MOBILE PHONE BASE STATION AT WILLIAMTOWN Telstra plans to upgrade its existing telecommunications facility at: Williamtown RAAF Base, Williamtown NSW 2318 (RFNSA No. 2318001) The proposed works consist of: • Replacement of three (3) existing panel antennas (each 2.1m in length) with three (3) new panel antennas (each 2m in length) • Installation of three (3) new tower mounted amplifiers • Installation of associated ancillary equipment Telstra regards the proposed installation as a Low-impact Facility under the Telecommunications (Low-impact Facilities) Determination 1997 (“The Determination”) based on the descriptions above.

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Milo in 2 Cricket Programs

By Rachael VAUGHAN

DAVID Warner and Steve Smith have been doing some incredible things on the cricket field during the summer so far.

However, their success didn’t happen overnight.

Chances are, both Dave and Steve started their cricketing journey thanks to Milo Cricket, and our very own Medowie Milo Cricket Team have started on this same journey.

This season, 20 such lads have embarked on a path that could lead one of them all the way to a coveted ‘baggy green’.

Led by their coach, 11-year-old William Cook, our Medowie Milo Cricket team recently completed their eight-week ‘Milo in2CRICKET’ program.

The program is for both boys and girls from ages five to eight and designed to

introduce the game of cricket by teaching them the basic skills required to play the game.

It is completely safe as the leather and willow are replaced by rubber and plastic, letting the children learn how to play cricket in a safe environment.

Medowie Milo Cricket volunteer Lisa Cook is very proud of the team, telling News Of The Area, “They had a lot of fun learning cricket skills such as bowling, batting, learning how to catch and field a ball.”

“They even had a couple of matches throughout the season in which they were very competitive. Hopefully we’ll find the next Steve Smith or David Warner amongst them.”

Maybe they will. Now, wouldn’t that be something?

q Medowie Milo Cricket Team.

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