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A collaboration between Engineers Australia and eight universities aims to encourage more women to pursue a career in engineering. This male dominated field, which often has a macho image problem, is seeking to reinvent itself and attract more women into its fold. Australian DJ duo NERVO has launched a new song and video clip as part of Made By Me, a collaborative project which aims to help address the gender disparity and skills shortage in the field. The video clip for People Grinnin’ ft The Child of Lov, features female engineers creating android versions of NERVO. It draws attention to how engineering applies to everyday life, beyond just roads and buildings, in a bid to attract more diverse students to the discipline. For local Medowie resident, Ms Marnie Coates, engineering which she studied at the University of Newcastle, was the right career choice for her. Ms Coates, who works as a Process Engineer in the water treatment industry told Medowie News Of The Area, “I was good at Maths and Science at school but also had a
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Opportunity of a lifetime for Medowie young performers By Heather SHARP STAGE-SHOW spectacular and audience firm favourite, Hairspray, was recently showcased at the Newcastle Entertainment Centre from 15-17 July. In an endeavour to encourage local participation in the event, the promotors cast about 600 young people, aged between 9 and 21, for the dance scenes and general ensemble. A group of Medowie children were amongst those selected to perform in this once in a lifetime experience. To be selected as part of the ensemble, the prospective performers auditioned with Harvest Rain in December 2015. The Medowie contingent selected from this audition for the ensemble included Roshan Francke, Rhianna
Perry, Amelia Cochrane, and Skyla Conlon. Miss Skyla Conlon, age 10, told Medowie News Of The Area, “I enjoyed Hairspray very much.” “It was a great opportunity to make awesome new friends and to be in the same room as 600 wonderful people who all like the same thing as me, acting, singing and dancing.” They spent their April holidays attending a boot camp to prepare for the live stage shows. The young performers had the opportunity to meet the cast of the show too, with Miss Conlon saying, “I loved meeting the case and was amazed at how many people I knew who came to watch the show!” The selected performers were part of the mass ensemble for the Newcastle showing of Hairspray and
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performed alongside the principal case members touring around Australia. Mother to Skyla, Ms Samantha Conlon, told Medowie News of The Area, “The show was big, vibrant and really exciting.” “The kids had to design their own characters around guidelines allocated to the different groups and were in charge of choosing their own costumes to help build their characters.” It was not an easy show to perform in, and the young people had to demonstrate they were committed to it, by attending up to eight days of rehearsals, accumulating about 40 hours of practice. Across the three days the show was performed, the ensemble delivered four spectacular shows. Demonstrating the c o m m u n i t y- m i n d e d n e s s
removed, more than 230 were impounded, 43 notices were sent to owners and 15 infringement notices were issued. Luke Kearney, Council's Rangers and Compliance Team Leader, said, “As well as being unsightly, signs on roads and in road reserves were potentially dangerous to motorists.”
q MEDOWIE PERFORMERS (l-r): Roshan Francke, Rhianna Perry, Skyla Conlon (front), and Amelia Cochrane. of Medowie residents, Ms Conlon said, “Athough they all auditioned individually, once we realised there were a few of us involved and how hectic the scheduling was we came up with a fabulous car pool arrangement.” “This was a fun way to "The proliferation of roads with advertising signs across Port Stephens was alarming, because these signs can cause distractions to drivers and often end up as litter on the ground," he said. "In extreme cases this is a road safety issue and we want to minimise any potential risk to people in our community.”
share the many trips to the Newcastle Entertainment Centre and rehash their rehearsal experiences at the end of the day.” The principal cast included Simon Burke as Edna Turnblad, Christine Anu as Motormouth Maybelle, Tim
"The aim of the campaign was to identify those responsible for putting up these signs, and to point them in the direction of approved areas and methods for advertising such as billboards and bus shelters," he said. Mr Kearney said while the campaign had concluded, Council Rangers would
Career support for violence survivors By Rachael VAUGHAN
IN Australia, on average, a woman is killed every week as a result of domestic violence. One in four children are exposed to domestic violence, a recognised form of child abuse. Domestic and family violence is the principle cause of homelessness for women and their children. In 2014, 20% of men
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experienced domestic violence, so one in five men. These are frightening statistics, and only a few of the many reasons that prompted Medowie resident Katharine Foster to put together a program to help these men and women. In 2013, Katherine was participating in a domestic violence training program and found herself overwhelmed by the statistics
and case studies of the women included in this program. Ms Foster told News Of The Area, “I thought to myself, there must be something I can do to help these women, using my skills and experience.” “During the training, I had a lightbulb moment – I could help domestic violence survivors with their careers – careers counselling – to help them create or re-establish
their careers after leaving their domestic violence environment.” Ms Foster set about investigating, researching and planning. She was shocked to find Australia offered nothing similar for these women, and only one company worldwide appeared to offer anything even similar. Ms Foster approached that one company in
America, enquiring about the potential to partner with the organisation to bring the program to Australia, but was met with disinterest and a comment of ‘surely there are things like this there already’. “At that point in my research, I became determined to design and implement my own program in order to help these women,” Ms Foster said.
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continue to be vigilant on illegal signs. "The campaign has set the groundwork for ongoing compliance of advertising signs, and we encourage people in the community to report illegal signs on roads to call Council's Rangers and Compliance Section on 4980 0255," he said. After nearly three years of planning and writing, Ms Foster has chosen Port Stephens to launch her program on 17 August, 2016. “My personal hope is that this program will empower adult survivors of domestic violence; that the community will embrace the program, that a national and eventually global rollout will occur so that survivors are empowered and liberated,” Ms Foster told News Of The Area.
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By Rachael VAUGHAN THIRTY years’ worth of Medowie pre-schoolers may just recognise this friendly face. This week, Medowie preschools director, Michele Ireland, celebrated an
impressive thirty years educating our children as a staff member and Director at the pre-school on Kindlebark Drive. This fantastic achievement was celebrated with fellow staff members, executives and parent committee representatives at their pre-
school meeting this week, with an especially creative cake by Medowie cake artist –Sheridan Hicks from ‘Cake Crime’. Michele spoke with News Of The Area about her time with the pre-school, and reflected on some of her experiences. Ms Ireland said, “I feel grateful to have shared my time at Medowie Community pre-school with such wonderful staff and children in this lovely town. I feel like I am part of the community fabric. In fact, most people are surprised to learn that I don’t actually live in Medowie, yet am so invested in the success of the pre-school and the children who pass through our doors. I love feeling like I am part of Medowie and know so many wonderful families.” Times have changed significantly in the thirty years Michelle has been part of the Medowie community pre-school. The paperwork requirements alone have completely changed the job for educators, The role of an early childhood educator has many facets that the parents and community may not be aware of – there is lesson planning,
programming, policy writing, training, funding applications, budgeting, business plans, reporting and so much more. Michele expressed that despite the rather significant increase in workload outside of the actual care of the children, the job is still wonderfully enjoyable and rewarding. Medowie Community Pre-school boasts an impressive record of continuity of staff, with several staff members close
behind Michele Ireland with their years of service at the same pre-school. Michele says that this fact is largely because of the wonderfully supportive environment at the preschool. The staff work well together, they are happy and motivated to ensure the smooth running of the pre-school, and their enjoyment of their work life is evident, and reflects positively on the outcomes for the children in their
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WHEN Overflow Church Medowie (formerly Medowie Baptist Community Church) began organising a movie night to show the documentary ‘The True Cost’, Renee Craddock saw the perfect opportunity to get the church, and our community, involved in the cause at a FROM Page 1 The difference is that this group is being set up as an independent group, with no affiliations to existing organisations. Ms Liz Stephens, one of the organisers told Medowie News Of The Area, “This is what we need, a women’s group.” Ms Deb Jackson, a member of the group, told Medowie News Of The Area, “We women give out all the time.” “We wear so many hats, and sometimes hats get stuck, we need to put the fun hat on for once.” The aims of the group
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much greater level. The documentary focuses on the ethical purchasing of products, by encouraging people to shop with stores who use ethical means to create their products. Renee Craddock, Overflow Church member, took some time during the screening night to introduce ‘Spirited Clothes’ to Medowie. Renee has been involved are: networking with locals, skill sharing, supporting each other and the community, holding working bees, fundraising, workshops with a DIY project based focus, and advocate on issues that impact women in the community. Ms Flick Schmitt said, “We want to create a safe and supportive environment for all women in Medowie and surrounds.” For more information, call Liz on 0422 144 441 or stop by their stall at the Medowie Markets on Saturday, 13 August.
care. The staff have witnessed many complete sibling groups pass through their doors, and Michele reports that they are delighted to now see that the ‘children of the children’ they taught in their early years are starting to come through the pre-school. Medowie News Of The Area wishes Michele Ireland a hearty congratulations on her thirty years of providing quality education in our town, Thank you for being so invested in the future of our little ones. in the work of Spirited Clothes since the idea was birthed in 2012, and has also visited their business centres in India. Renee told News Of The Area, “I love Spirited Clothes because I don’t just shop ethically – I help save women from trafficking and a life of poverty.” Spirited Clothes is an Australian-based company with products ranging from pyjamas, scarves & bracelets. They work with women in India and the Philippines, where they aim to train and provide employment to women who are victims of slavery. Spirited Clothes have set up two sewing centres in India and one in the Philippines. Their main centre is in South India, where they are working with women who have come out of human trafficking. The girls are trained in how to sew and then given work with Spirited Clothes. The sewing centre in the Philippines is a new centre, and will be helping women from the local dumpsite to learn to sew and provide for their families. The sewing centres serve individual purposes, but across the board aim to free women from slavery or poverty and provide them with training and employment so that they may provide for themselves and their families. These women all get paid a living wage, and money is also put back into the community to help others get an education and increase their standard of living, breaking the cycle of poverty for generations to come. Spirited Clothes have also been able to fund a feeding program, providing meals for the children who live on the dumpsite. They hope to eventually expand to more countries, helping more people. All profits from their sales go straight back into the business, and helping women and their communities. Renee will have a stall of Spirited Clothes and jewellery at Medowie markets in August. Make sure you check them out if visiting the markets. To read more about Spirited clothes, you can visit their website http://spiritedclothes. com or speak to Renee on 0423103481.
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By Rachael VAUGHAN THE days of having to explain to people where Medowie is, are seemingly coming to an end. Word is spreading about our little town, and people from far afield are interested in joining the ranks as residents. Whilst house prices are on a steady rise in Medowie, the value for money for property here far outweighs that of similar house prices in Sydney. Sydney’s prices, and therefore land and property value, may rise faster, but is it
worth it for what Medowie can offer residents with quality of life and lifestyle. If the big city isn’t your thing, then Medowie might just be. House prices are going up, but Medowie is still a lifestyle bargain. First home buyers can buy a house under $400,000 that is move in ready, you get value for money, and don’t have to sacrifice modern conveniences or lifestyle. Families from further afield are moving here, and retirees are flocking here to get away
from the hustle and bustle. Medowie is close enough to the airport to fly to see children and grandchildren, or close enough for family to come and visit. Young families and retirees are able to purchase properties that they wouldn’t have been able to afford in Newcastle or Sydney. We are a growing community and we have something to suit every demographical need. We have wonderful schools, we have all necessary amenities and we’re close to
the beaches and bigger town. Medowie real estate agent, Tiffany Jeffery, spoke to News Of The Area and said, ‘The interest from Sydney is phenomenal. People enquiring are astounded by what their money can buy them without having to forego anything.” Potential buyers from Sydney enquire about what properties in their price range include, and are always astounded by the difference to the big cities. “$700k plus in Sydney can buy them a three bedroom, one bath, or they can make
has become a popular and mainstream activity that many people participate in for physical and mindfulness
benefits. Ms Aimee Angelique teaches children’s yoga in Medowie and believes that it has something to offer everyone, including the youngest members of the community. Ms Angelique told Medowie News Of The Area, “Yoga has changed my life and has been a source of great joy and nourishment for my children.” When asked at what age a child could begin yoga, Ms Angelique replied, “The earlier we get on the mat, the better.”
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a great lifestyle shift for their family and come to Medowie, where they can purchase a four bed, two bathroom, pool and shed on a half-acre for the same price. I would estimate we get five enquiries from Sydney most weeks,” Ms Jeffery told “The benefits of yoga for children are abundant.” Amongst her identified benefits, some include: encouragement of mindfulness in daily life, demonstrating strategies for slowing down and unwinding, and socialising with other children and families. In understanding the benefits of yoga, Ms Angelique created Medowie’s own Happy Little Yogis for children aged 18 months and older. Ms Angelique told Medowie News Of The Area, “The classes are physically
News Of The Area. The interest is the same with Newcastle residents looking for affordable homes still within the daily commute area for work. “First home buyers in Newcastle are often finding parts of Newcastle have become too expensive for a decent first home. In Medowie, they can still buy a great three bedroom, one bath property for well under $400k, and with nothing to do to it,” Ms Jeffery said. The word is out, and the feedback is good. Medowie is great value for money and a true package deal little town for anyone ready for a change. energetic and animated to begin, incorporating exciting elements of music, dance, drama and lots of active imagination.” Ms Angelique is adamant that yoga is not just for adults and encourages younger Medowie residents to try out the yoga classes. For more information go to www.aimeeangelique.com, phone 0421 853 126, or email aimee@aimeeangelique.com
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Bike accident kills rider EMERGENCY services were called to Flowers Drive, Catherine Hill Bay, about 3.15pm on Saturday (23 July), following reports of a collision between a motorcycle and a car. The rider, Shane Richardson a 33-year-old man from Medowie, was treated by NSW Ambulance
Paramedics however, died at the scene. The driver of the car, a 19-year-old man, was not injured. He was taken to Belmont Hospital to undergo mandatory blood and urine testing. A second motorcycle rider, a 47-year-old man from Singleton, was injured
after the initial impact. He was taken to John Hunter Hospital with a suspected broken leg and ribs. Flowers Drive was closed for several hours while police examined the scene. Police are appealing for anyone with information about the crash to come forward.
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FUN: The young netballers participating in the Net Set Go initiative.
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IT was a very successful season for Mia Chrimes, Shannon Bohan and myself, with Medowie Netball Club’s future netballers in their first tier of Net Set Go.
With 22 players, of ages ranging from four to eight years old, we were kept busy integrating netball skills and fun activities for the afternoon sessions to ensure we were
accommodating for everyone, and their different levels of development. These young netball players started out the season playing active games that displayed the various skills used in netball, such as, catching, throwing, jumping, running and pivoting.
Follow up sessions further developed these skills with drills and tasks carefully disguised as fun games. There were always lots of giggles and smiles as they persevered to achieve the tasks presented to them. There were always lots of wayward balls, too! Towards the end of the program, some of the older players were able to move on to play short modified netball games together. This was always the most anticipated and exciting part of the sessions as these players were able to “…play real netball like the ‘big girls’ do on Saturdays!” We ended our program with short presentation where the players each received a medallion, to match the shirts and netballs they received at the start of the season. All the players displayed great enthusiasm and I look forward to coaching them again, next year, when some of those players will actually be playing Saturday netball. Thank you to all who participated and helped in making it happen.
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