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All Good Cheer By Marian SAMPSON

CONFIRMING that it was the season to be jolly, the Fingal Bay Probus Club’s home ground hosts, the Fingal Bay Sports and Recreation Club, prepared a special area for our Christmas lunch. Beautiful seasonal table settings were enhanced by organiser members Edith and Rex Sneyd who provided a variety of nibbles to enjoy as well as bon-bons and other delights. Paper hats were soon donned and groans were heard as punning jokes were read out. Before lunch entertainment was provided by Ukelestra, an obvious choice as it is a talented group meeting at the Sports Club as regularly as the Probus Club – and

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HO HO HO, boys and girls, Santa is on his way! That’s right but before he gets here on Christmas Eve to bring you presents, the local fire fighters will be driving him around tossing out lollies to all the good children in throughout Port Stephens.

TILLIGERRY: Saturday 22 December starting at 8am in Oyster Cove, Tanilba Bay, Mallabula and Lemon Tree Passage. You will know when he’s near your house because the fire truck will sound its siren and it will be playing Christmas music.

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on the same day! Further entertainment was in the hands of Norman Martin who had prepared a wonderful powerpoint display of photos taken at many of the Fingal Bay events during the past year – and there was a raffle organised by Fay Miller with such covetable prizes that tickets were sold in record time. Our lunch was turkey, traditional and scrumptious, with all the right additions such

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Landcare Change Creates Opportunities By Marian SAMPSON

THERE has been a core group of volunteers enhancing the parklands of Corlette for many years. As they work to beautify the region and preserve the endemic species, the wider community gets to enjoy the changes that they make. This includes regularly repainting the Council tables and chairs as well as planting, weeding and seeking additional funds for their projects, like installing BBQ

table shelters.. In 2019 the structure of the group will change, but little else will change for the regular volunteers who just want to turn up and work. Volunteers for the Group are able to pick and choose which sites they work at and the pace they want to work. Margaret Wilkinson of the Landcare Group told News Of The Area, “I will still be coordinating working bees with the help of Shirley Harvey and Richard Davis. “We have taken one word

q The Corelette landcare Group enjoying morning tea after a regular working bee.

Magical Christmas Lights on display while petty thieves steal the show

FROM Page 1 By day Santa and reindeer cutouts, tinsel and banners. By night flashing stars, endless led lights and laser shows. When you drive around, don’t forget to take a peek down the smaller streets and cul-de-sacs. Unfortunately, this year has been tarnished by opportunistic thieves

determined to dampen the Christmas spirits. Petty theft might not seem much or even come up on some people’s radar, but when it literally steals the joy of Christmas from children it needs to be addressed. Medowie residents have had lights and decorations stolen and broken during the night. Some have actually startled the vandals in the

of Port Stephens Council and our insurance is covered by that. Work health and safety requirements will not change. We will have an agreed action plan for each of our sites with Council. This is mainly to protect native species and to safeguard volunteers from overstepping the mark. The Group already has Works Plan in place with Council and expects most work to continue without any hick-

act, scaring them off. A local resident and victim of this crime, Ms Catheryne Kelly told News Of The Area, “Although they are only a few little lights put out once a year, it is something that our family really enjoys together as do so many other families.” “It’s one of our traditions of welcoming in a wonderful time of year.” “For our children and

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ups. Our current work coordinators will be “trained” and Council will be providing the resources for what we do. As a Landcare Group, they receive trees free from Ngioka, albeit a limited range. There will be opportunities for other parts of Port Stephens to be cared for by localised Groups under the new system. There will need to be a driver and co-ordinator in each space willing to do the day to day organising and set ourselves it is heartbreaking when others believe they can just come passed and take them. Our kids were so disappointed,” she told News Of The Area. Another Port Stephens resident also affected, Ms Katrina Becker said, “We are disappointed this is happening in Medowie, we haven’t had any issues for the eight years we’ve lived here.” “This time of year is

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up the agreed action plans for the area they would like to care for, however there will be no need for each Group to run an Executive committee. “We will not be taking responsibility for any more areas in Corlette but, for example, I do see an opportunity for a separate Vantage Estate Group to form,” she said. Volunteering with a Landcare Group is a great way for people living in high density residential areas to garden.

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NSW Rugby develops local Juniors By Kelly MAY

MEDOWIE and Districts Rugby Union Club is going big in preparation for the 2019 season. The newly elected Club executive committee has been working hard over the last two months planning and brainstorming ideas that will promote Rugby Union in the Medowie and surrounding communities in the future. The new Club President Johan Kruger said, “I am

very proud of my executive team and believe the positive energy and enthusiasm that comes from the new members will make the coming season a successful one.” On Tuesday 4 December the team met with Michael Howell, the Junior Rugby development representative from NSW Rugby Union to discuss some ideas that will benefit the Medowie and surrounding communities. The meeting was considered a major success as

NSW Rugby steps up to lend a hand in developing junior players. Under nine Junior Lucas Stokes said, “I love being part of the team and can’t wait to be on the field.” There are some promising events coming up early in the new year starting with a junior rugby development camp hosted in Armidale from 13-17 January 2019. The development camp is designed to improve players skills supported by high profile coaches including NSW Rugby Union representatives.

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Keep Making a Difference By Heather SHARP IN MAY 2018, a Port Stephens resident started a transformation that would forever change him physically and mentally. Mr Darren Bisson was offered a place on a 25-person International team to represent Movember at the TCS New York City Marathon as one of three Australians on the team. For Darren the journey was personal. Earlier this year Darren started to experience chest pains and mental distress. This was at the culmination of what had been a very dramatic period in Darren’s family environment over the previous 18 months. He realised he needed help and reached out to ask for it. Test results showed there were no physical or medical issues with his heart and more than likely his symptoms were linked to anxiety. During this time, an opportunity to run the TCS NYC Marathon came up and this gave Darren something to focus on for his physical and mental health. Through training and his regular visit to his psychologist, Darren managed his diagnosed anxiety and depression through exercise and did not require medication. Darren went from completing his first 5km training run in May to competing in the 12km

Maitland River Run, 14km City2Surf, Half Marathon Lake Macquarie Running Festival, and Half Marathon Forster Running Festival. Most importantly, Darren raised $5000 for Movember, thanks to the support of friends, family and work. He is currently the highest individual fundraiser within the Australian Defence Force and his TCS New York City Marathon team has collectively raised $198,629 for Movember. Darren’s wife Rebecca continued to support him and was able to join him in New York to support him as he ran toward the finish line. He completed the TCS NYC Marathon in 5 hours, 50 minutes and 49 seconds. Darren told News Of The Area, “With thousands of supporters lining the streets through Brooklyn, The Bronx, and Manhattan yelling out

their support, it was very easy to forget that you were running 42.2km and just soak up all the atmosphere of the day.” His marathon running days are not over with plans already underway for 2019 and beyond. Darren would like to continue to support Movember into the future and help raise awareness for Men’s Health, in particular Men’s mental health. Darren says, “Don’t be afraid to ask for help”. “It might be the hardest step to make and things may feel like they will get worse after this step but in time, things can and will improve,” said Darren. Show your support for Darren and Movember, by donating to Movember through Darren’s MoSpace page mobro.co/ darrenbissonnycmarathon?mc=1

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however the boy died at the scene. Initial investigations suggest there were no suspicious circumstances involved.

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Students making a difference By Kelly MAY

IRRAWANG High School are well known for their Creative and Performing Arts, and sporting achievements. However, this year Irrawang has evoked a strong sense of community spirit and generosity. Throughout this year they have held many charity donation and awareness days at school. The students and staff have all been involved in organising the various events and collecting the donations. Irrawang has raised a whopping $18,122 for charities such as Buy a Bale, Cerebral Palsy Alliance, Beanies for Brain Cancer, Legacy, Red Shield, Stewart House and Beyond Blue. This tally doesn’t include the thirty or more cartons of much needed goods, that were collected by Buy a Bale for the farmers, or the products

donated for the ‘It’s in the Bag’ appeal just this month. Principal Paul Baxter said, “What I love most is the feeling of being part of our wonderful community both within the school and in our wider community.” Movember creating quite the stir around school with

It’s in the Bag By Kelly MAY

NEARLY 173,000 women and girls across our country sought help from homelessness services in 2017. This toll has risen by 21 percent over the past four years. Domestic and family violence has been identified as the main reason for this rise in numbers. Share the Dignity, is a national charitable organisation founded by Ms Rochelle Courtenay that assists homeless women and those experiencing domestic

q Mr Hurley and Mr Hughes showing off their contribution to Movember.

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violence. With more than 4,000 ‘Sheroes’ and volunteers across Australia, Ms Courtenay and her team successfully campaigned the Federal Government to abolish the GST on sanitary items. Each year Share the Dignity calls on Australians to donate essential hygiene items as part of ‘It’s in the Bag’ Christmas donation drive. Since 2015 the charity has collected more than 1.2 million packets of sanitary items. Ms Courtenay said, “Christmas is such a special time, but we tend to forget there’s many people who need

q Clair Wotton and Sarah Bailey with the generous donation from Irrawang High School.

many of the male staff members joining in. While the ladies were not to be out done purchasing fake moustaches to get in on the action. Most recently, Share the Dignity have felt the generosity of the community spirit at Irrawang High School.

our help.” “Donating a bag filled with hygienic essentials is a small but extremely impactful gesture that people can take part in.” This year ‘It’s in the Bag’ received a massive 138,000 handbags filled with donation for Share the Dignity, easily exceeding the 120,000 target set. New South Wales, including Port Stephens donations made at Bunnings Heatherbrae totaled 36,400 bags. A local Port Stephens ‘Shero’, Ms Yvette Taylor told News Of The Area, “I am constantly humbled by people’s’ generosity and willingness to ensure that the women we provide bags for feel valued and supported.” “One of my responsibilities is to facilitate the transportation of bags from the bulk donations in Sydney to our regional and remote areas of New South Wales.” “It’s a logistical challenge and requires some planning but so rewarding when we are able to deliver areas like Coonamble, Wilcannia and Narrabri before Christmas.” Port Stephens donations will make this Christmas a little easier for many women and girls in need.

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This year we have decided to do a Secret Santa for the adults to take the pressure off at Christmas time with just one gift each. What do you think? Mrs EL, Salt Ash

Tomaree Ladies Probus Club Celebrates Christmas

By Marian SAMPSON

IT has been a wonderful year for the members of the Tomaree Ladies Probus Club, with plenty of social activities occurring right through the year. The Probus Club is an Association for active members of the community and for those no longer working full time to join together in Clubs for a new lease of life. Probus is a community service activity of Rotary Clubs. The Club’s purpose is to advance intellectual and cultural interests amongst adults, and to provide regular opportunities to progress healthy minds and active bodies through social interaction and activities, expand members’ interests and to enjoy the fellowship of new friends. The Tomaree Ladies Probus Club delivers on all the Probus tenants with the ladies enjoying many outings and activities throughout the year. Recently the Club celebrated the Christmas season together by holding a lunch where the

members and their spouses came together. Julie McAllister told News Of The Area, “It was wonderful to see all the members getting together to celebrating Christmas.” The event was the final one for the year with the Tomaree Ladies Probus Club already set for action in 2019. Port Stephens has quite

a few Probus Clubs and members of the community are encouraged to find a Club that meets their interests and needs. You can find out more about the Tomaree Ladies Probus Club by contacting Wendy Bowden, Secretary on 0249191676 or by emailing christopher. bowden@bigpond.com

q Betty Holbrook cutting her yummy Christmas cake for Tomaree Ladies and friends at their final year’s luncheon at Nelson Bay Golf Club.

Dear Mrs EL, IN theory I think Secret Santa is a fantastic idea. Being a one gift option, it saves lots of swearing and lots of landfill. In reality, it can be just as fraught. First of all, because it is ‘secret’, you go through the rigmarole of picking a name out of a hat. Then the complaints start: ‘I don’t want Maria. She’s too difficult to buy for.’; ‘I got Jim last year, I’m not having him twice’; ‘I just selected my own name.’ And on it goes. It can actually go for longer than a game of UNO with a sevenyear-old, which is a mighty long time. The next thing that happens, from my experience, is your other half will say, ‘I got your mum, but you know her so much better than I do; can you just pick something up, you’re going shopping anyway.’ Thus defeating the entire purpose of the stress-free Secret Santa concept. Then there’s the price issue. We always had a fifty-dollar limit, but my mum would not only buy something double the price, but make disparaging comments about those who managed to abide by the rules, thinking they were doing the right thing. The phrase ‘tight as a fish’s arsehole’ springs to mind. This year, to keep things simple, all adults are buying their own gifts, wrapping them themselves, and then feigning surprise when they unwrap something they actually want, within their price range, and without any withering gazes, or ‘I feel as though you don’t even know me’ eye rolls, or ‘Did you keep the receipt’ rudeness, or ‘Where on God’s green earth will I wear this? Do you think I’m a prostitute?’ glares. I think the day will go off swimmingly, particularly after sixteen rum balls. I can’t wait.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

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Marina Goes Platinum Scholarship Pool Port Stephens’ Soldiers Point Marina Ranked Best in the World

By Marian SAMPSON

IT’S Official - Soldiers Point Marina is one of the best in the world. The Marina has been awarded the coveted Platinum Anchor accreditation under the Global Gold Anchor Scheme. Platinum status is the highest possible level of the Anchor accreditations, with only seven Marinas in the world accredited to this level. The Award was acknowledged at a ceremony on the Marina attended by Mayor Ryan Palmer. The Marina is committed to offering service of the highest standard and a memorable boating experience. Darrell Barnett General Manager of Soldiers Point Marina told News Of The Area, “We take pride in our ‘can-do’ attitude and for our experienced and knowledgeable staff, nothing

is too much trouble.” Only marinas that achieve an extremely high assessment score in all categories from infrastructure and facilities through to customer service are then recommended by the Gold Anchor Standards “It is truly an honour to be internationally recognised alongside some of the best marinas in the world. “We are very proud of this achievement; however, this accreditation keeps us on our toes striving harder to maintain our excellent reputation and exceed our customer expectations at all times,” he said. Soldiers Point Marina met and exceeded many of the category priorities including excellent infrastructure and maintenance of their facilities, utilising high quality materials, excellent design and aesthetics including landscaping and presentation, enhanced by the extensive use of

sculptures and decorative features located both on the water and land. The Marina boasts a floating concrete walkway/ pontoon system, with the only 316 stainless steel marina in Australia built by Bellingham Marine, providing easy access and secure berthing. The Brolga Lounge which is a floating space, hosts a guest BBQ area complete with sun lounges and outdoor seating, as well as a newly installed misting system on the louvered pergola for hot Summer days. A second floating lounge area, the Albatross Lounge hosts a café and general store boat hire and kayak storage. The main marina building also hosts the superb restaurants the Point and the Deck, a beauty salon, laundry and marine mechanics which enjoy what are arguably some of the best sunsets in the Bay.

q Pictured the Marina’s staff, Alex Jones, Carmen Holden, Colin Bransgrove, Port Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer, Soldiers Point Marina General Manager Darrell Barnett and Dockhand Jim Duncan.

for Port Stephens

q $32,000 in financial support up for grabs for Port Stephens students.

$32,000 in financial support up for grabs for Port Stephens students

PORT Stephens students have an opportunity to receive $2,000 to help pay for their studies with the Port Stephens Mayoral Academic Scholarships opening today. Thirteen businesses have generously contributed $32,000 collectively to the scholarship pool. Valued at $2,000 each, the scholarships provide financial support to residents from the Port Stephens local government area who are starting university or TAFE in 2019. This years’ sponsors include Ampcontrol, Destination Port Stephens, Hunter Land, Hunter Readymixed Concrete, McDonald Jones Homes, Newcastle Airport, Raymond Terrace Bowling Club, Salamander Bay Recycling, Soldiers Point Bowling Club,

Suez Recycling and Recovery, Tomago Aluminium, Weathertex and The Wests Group Australia. Port Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer says the program is designed to support the ambitions of young people in Port Stephens. “Port Stephens is a great place to live and work, and we want to encourage our young people to pursue their passion by furthering their studies. “Our growing regional economy has a diverse range of career opportunities — from tourism and business to aged care, manufacturing, science, technology, engineering and maths. “The Mayoral Academic Scholarships are helping to create Port Stephens’ workforce for the future,” he

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said. Mayor Palmer says he is immensely proud to have such an array of businesses supporting this important initiative. “This year, we have 16 scholarships totalling $32,000! Port Stephens’ businesses know the value of supporting our future leaders,” Mayor Palmer said. “I want to thank each and every one of the businesses who contributed to this fantastic program for their support and for helping our local youth to achieve their goals and fulfil their dreams. “The program not only supports students financially, but offers both the business sponsor and the student an opportunity to grow and become leaders of Port Stephens,” he said.

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PARSONS Barbara Late of Tea Gardens Formerly of Adamstown Heights Aged 85 Years Passed Away Peacefully 12th December 2018 Beloved wife of ALAN. Much loved mother of Alison and Michael. Cherished sister of Don, Barry, Pat, Peter, Bruce and John. Adored grandmother of Benjamin, Johanna, Dannielle, Alexandra, Emily, Daniel and Thomas. The relatives and friends of BARBARA are warmly invited to attend a Celebration of her Life to be held at James Murray Funeral Chapel, 44 Blackall Street, Broadmeadow, THURSDAY 20th December 2018, commencing at 10am.

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GOLF Clubs. Mens Cobra Fly/ Z / XL, Regular Flex Shafts, Sand Iron to 4 Iron,2 yrs old,Little use. $300 ono 0447622083 GRAMOPHONE wind up, good working cond, needles available. $500. Phone 4997 0986

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HONDA 1Kva D cond, Generator, L VG O $300onoS0438913309 INFLATABLE SUP paddle pump carry bag new $290 Ph 0438 499717 JARS for pickling Large pots - ceramic and plastic. Material for curtains White. Good quality. Make an offer. 49972317

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ROLLER Blinds. As New. 2x Beige Width 2079 x Drop 2310 meters $90 each. 2x Roller Blinds Beige Width 996 x Drop 2310 meters $65 each. 5x Roller Blinds Beige Width 1486 x Drop 1460 metres $55 each. 0427 307 580

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PB in his 100 freestyle. Will is a dedicated swimmer who is steadily improving and is attempting races across all his strokes. Our newest swimmers to compete were the Slater siblings, Jack (9) , Matthew (8) and Ella (11) from Medowie. Jade Smith (13) from Clarence Town again had a good solid carnival and achieved a significant PB of 1.44 seconds in her 100m freestyle. The Slater family attended their first carnival and were able to record official times and even won medals. All three were able to complete a variety of races

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q Senior Swimmers Grace Gray, Raff Francisci and Coach Michael Abel timing races and charting performance.

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q (Front) Angel Gray, Emmanuel Gray, Matthew Slater. (Middle) Will Bradshaw, Claire Whitter, Ella Slater, Jack Slater, Hosanna Gray. (Back) Raff Francisci, Grace Gray.

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Swimmers take Medals

q William Bradshaw after completing the 100 m freestyle.

ON Sunday 9 December a team of 12 swimmers from Stroud Seals attended the Development Carnival at Beresfield and won a total of 3 gold medals, 6 silver medals and 7 bronze medals. Medowie and Raymond Terrace swimmers featured prominently in the medal grab. Medowie Swimmer Hosanna Gray (12) took gold in the 100 freestyle and the 50 freestyle. Silver medals were awarded to Hosanna Gray in the 50m backstroke, Ella Slater (11) from Medowie in the 50m freestyle and Raymond Terrace swimmer Caleb Whitter (11) in the 50m Breastroke. Bronze medallions were

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given to Hosanna Gray (12) in the 50 fly, Matthew Slater (8) in the 25m breaststroke, Raymond Terrace swimmers Caleb Whitter (11) in the 50 Fly, Claire Whitter (10) in the 100 freestyle and 50 freestyle and Jacob Whitter (8) in the 50m butterfly. Clarence Town sisters Georgia (8) and Caitlin McDonald (9) competed for the first time at Beresfield with Caitlin winning gold in the 50m breaststroke and silver in the 50 freestyle and the 50m butterfly. Sister Georgia claimed a silver in the 50m breastroke. Bronze medallions were awarded to Caitlin in the 50m backstroke and Georgia in the 50m freestyle.

The purpose of the Development Carnival is to encourage new swimmers to learn how to race and to experience competition rules in a relaxed environment. A number of new swimmers who had not raced attended to obtain their first qualifying time. Other swimmers attended to improve existing times and obtain a Personal Best (PB) while striving to reach regional qualifying time. Will Bradshaw (11) from Raymond Terrace was present at just his second carnival. Will swam several races and obtained a big 3.4 second CONTINUED Page 14

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