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Shrill Sounds of Summer By Daniel SAHYOUN WITH the cicada season in full swing, the familiar sound of the summer symphony is echoing around the region once again. And if you think the little noise makers are much louder than usual this year you are not alone, with experts deeming the bumper season the largest since 2013. Seven-year-old Zackery Moran said the unrelenting wave of singing in the local area is deafening. “The chirping starts before the sun comes up and goes most of the day and into the night,” he said. “It’s so loud sometimes that it hurts my ears.”

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News Of The Area recently recorded the insects humming at sound levels well over 100 decibels at homes near Bulahdelah’s Alum Mountain. According to cicada enthusiast Dr Nathan Emery, who is a Scientific Officer at the Australian Botanic Gardens, this level is equivalent to the sound of a chainsaw running at full speed or a rock concert. “The males often sing in synchrony, termed a cicada chorus and this can get up to around 120 decibels,” he said. “With prolonged exposure, this is enough to damage human hearing.” Dr Emery said the most commonly found species in the Myall Coast and Port Stephens region include

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the Eastern Double Drummer, Black Prince, Red Tree-ticker, Cherrynose and Yellowbelly, which have all come out in large numbers this season. “The ones making the loudest noise are the Eastern Double Drummers, which are also Australia’s largest cicada species,” he said. But for anyone hoping the piercing shrill of the insect’s mating song will soon end, Dr Emery told News Of The Area the final chorus of the season is still some time away. “Some of the larger species,

such as the Green Grocer and Eastern Double Drummer will start to decline in numbers throughout January,” he said. “However, others like the Black Prince and Floury Baker may persist up to March or April.” Dr Emery said there was also a large emergence of the little herbivores in NSW back in 2010.

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get out of the water other than to scramble across rocks and oyster shells. To the rescue, our local police. Senior Constable Dave Coyle had the idea of using money raised from the local Police Charity Golf Day to fund the construction of a ladder to attach to the wharf. “I’d seen the kids jumping in all the time and they couldn’t get out so I approached Steve Ellicott (Tea Gardens Engineering) and in the blink of an eye it was done,” Dave Coyle told News Of The Area. Beau Bradbury built the stainless steel ladder in a few days and Dan Aldridge from MidCoast Council didn’t hesitate to tick the box in record time to approve its installation. “This may seem to be a small thing, but it’s not, this is something that this town has needed for a long time,” MidCoast Councillor Len Roberts said. “What it does show is the responsibility of our local police,” Mr Roberts said. “They saw a need and they fixed it.” “What we have here is a magnificent set of steps.” Of course final word went to the kids, “We love it.”

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population was over 20,000,” he said. The NSW Government’s introduction of the scheme has been heavily criticised from the start. Initially, for the price hike on beer and soft drinks which kicked in during November last year, and then for the slow pace of the rollout of collection points. Myall Lakes MP Stephen Bromhead said like most people, he has been “very, very frustrated” with the rollout. “It is a fantastic policy and ultimately, it will save 164 million bottles and cans going into the environment every year,” he said. “But we were promised a certain number of reverse vending machines to be rolled out across the state, and going by the guidelines provided by the EPA, it meant that the electorate was entitled to eight.” Mr Bromhead said there

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public for a weekend show of art and craft creativity. WITH so many holiday makers “The art group has been in town it’s the perfect time to working hard all year in order to show off the many works of our present new pieces that have not talented locals who live in the been previously seen,” Maryanne Myall. Durrant told News Of The Area. As they’ve done for many “All works of art, as well as years, the Myall Arts and Craft ceramics, mosaics, woodwork, Centre opens its doors to the photography and various types

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q Mr Bromhead said the initiative aims to reduce the amount of litter in the environment. are currently only two ‘Return and Earn’ sites for the entire MidCoast region. Council’s Waste Health & Regulatory Services Manager John Cavanagh stated in a meeting agenda document that he was “unofficially advised” by TOMRA that “there will be one machine each in Forster and Tuncurry, likely three in Taree and none anywhere else in the Council area”. Mr Bromhead said he is continuing to negotiate with

of handcrafts will be on sale.’’ To acknowledge the works of the artists and creators there will be a ‘People’s Choice’ Award to the artist of the most popular painting. And there’ll be a raffle with proceeds going to local charity. “The prize is a beautiful painting by local artist and Myall Coast Arts and Craft Community member Joan Richards who’s works are highly sought,” Maryanne said.

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EIGHTEEN million containers were returned in the first month of the NSW Container Deposit Scheme, yet Myall Coast residents still have nowhere locally to redeem their bottles and cans. The closest drop off points are at Tuncurry, Forster and Medowie, requiring Bulahdelah residents to make a round trip in excess of 120 kms to redeem their containers and collect the 10-cent refund on offer. Bulahdelah Bowling Club offered to be a collection point, however they have been deemed ineligible to be involved. Club Secretary Allan Freihaut said he was recently informed by the network operator TOMRA Cleanaway that “the scheme was never designed for commercial enterprises”. “We were also told that you could only get a machine if your

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BULAHDELAH Central School Student Representative Council was named a finalist at the recent Hunter Young Business Minds Awards. The ceremony celebrated the achievements, innovation and creativity of the region’s youngest entrepreneurs. As part of the judging criteria, the students were required to develop a business idea and record a video sales pitch to exhibit their project. The group proposed developing a mobile phone app, promoting Bulahdelah as a tourist destination. Their video entry highlighted the natural environment and included many images of the local area including Alum Mountain and the Myall River. Year 10 student Hunter Bramble said the team were honoured to be selected as a

finalist. “It was a great learning opportunity, and we discovered a lot about starting up a business,” he said. “We also learnt to never give up, and if you get knocked down, pull yourself up and keep trying.” The awards were an initiative of the Hunter Region Local Chambers of Commerce, providing the opportunity for business communities to develop links with their local schools. Hunter Business Chamber CEO Bob Haws said our young people are our future. “They will dream of new industries, create the new jobs and become our civic leaders,” he said. “The awards support young people by letting them know that the business community is here to help

q Finalists: Bulahdelah Central School Student Representative Council members at the Hunter Young Business Minds Award Ceremony. them as they find new ways to contribute and lead important change for our region and country.” For the fifteen Bulahdelah students involved in the project, the next step is to explore funding opportunities to turn their idea into a reality.

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PLANS to revitalise the Hawks Nest business area are one step closer after the NSW Government gazetted planning rules developed by MidCoast Council and the local community. Council’s Strategic Planning Manager Roger Busby said this is a great step forward in planning for future business growth of the village. “We’ve been working closely with the Hawks Nest community, and with the Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Progress Association since 2014 to identify and develop a plan that will meet the needs of business and the community into the future,” he said. Following extensive community consultation, a unique planning proposal was developed that provided for two separate business zones in Hawks Nest, and also provided protection for the koala colony that calls the Hawks Nest village home.

Mr Busby said two areas of land have been rezoned, which will allow more land for housing in the town centre and create greater flexibility for business opportunities near Bennetts Beach. The rezoning of certain areas to environmental protection will also assist in protecting the endangered Hawks Nest / Tea Gardens koala population by providing koala habitat alongside the existing business zone. Trevor Jennings, from Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Progress Association said there is now an opportunity for small-scale businesses, retail and food outlets to locate close to Bennetts Beach. “We’re pleased that Council listened to the community and took on their ideas and those of the Association, to create a vibrant coastal feel for this area alongside the beach,” he said. “This will enhance

the scenic and leisure opportunities available in this location and create a space for local people and visitors to enjoy together.” Mr Busby said the vision is to attract specific leisure and recreational businesses close to Bennetts Beach, quite different from the more functional service businesses of the village in the existing Hawks Nest business area. “The two rezoned areas are designed to complement each other and provide for the quite separate and specific commercial opportunities that the community has identified as crucial for the village’s future,” he said. “The community has told us they want to revitalise the business area of Hawks Nest, and they are also looking to breathe new life into the village to create a new and exciting buzz to their beautiful and unique part of the world that helps it stand apart from other north coast destinations.”

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Commit to Safer Driving SHADOW Minister for the Hunter Kate Washington MP has joined with local police officers to call on drivers to commit to safer driving as their 2018 resolution. NSW’s holiday road toll has nearly doubled in 2017 and annual road fatalities have risen for the second year in a row. Locally, police officers from the Port Stephens Command and Highway Command have conducted almost 5,000 Random Breath Tests (RBTs) across the holiday period. Port Stephens has been fortunate to avoid any fatalities during

this holiday period. The Hunter saw over 70 road fatalities in 2017, a 70% increase on the 43 fatalities recorded in 2014. A breakdown of figures by council area show that Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and Port Stephens record the highest number of road fatalities. The most recent figures from 2016 recorded ten fatalities in both Newcastle, and Port Stephens, with 9 in Lake Macquarie. Across the state, 250,000 speeding fines were issued in 2017, equating to more than 680 speeding infringements

each and every day. Ms Washington said, “I am joining our local police to call on the residents of Port Stephens and the Hunter to commit to safer driving as their 2018 New Year resolution.” “Tragically, road deaths have doubled across NSW this year and no-one wants to see a repeat of that again this year.” “So it’s time for all of us to take the challenge to be a safer driver this year.” “We can all do better – we can put down our phones, drive at the speed limit and be respectful to other road users.” “The message is clear – commit to safer driving in 2018 to protect not just yourself and your family, but other families travelling on our roads,” she said.

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OPINION Dear News Of The Area, CLARRIE’S explanation of a “super moon” and “low atmospheric pressure” seem quite plausible in accounting for the boatshed inundation (see

q Kate Washington MP with Detective Chief Inspector Steve Laksa (Acting Commander of Port Stephens Local Area Command) and Senior Constable John Simmons (Highway Patrol).

KIERAN Mackenzie is one of those lucky people for whom work is a passion not a trial. As a travel consultant with Altitude Travel in Tea Gardens, Keiran was recently recognised for her outstanding work skills, winning Australia wide recognition by taking out the ‘Rising Star Award’ across the Helloworld Associate brands. Keiran and Altitude Travel Manager Donna Howarth travelled to Hobart for a three day conference with 600 other Helloworld delegates, the highlight being a gala dinner to

announce the awards. 25 year old Keiran said, “I knew I was nominated, but I didn’t find out I was a finalist until we got to Tasmania.” “I was very surprised, but very proud.” The criteria for the award was that you had to be in the travel industry for more than 2 years, provide excellent customer service, embrace self development, training and knowledge to improve skill sets, show innovation and the initiative to think outside the square. Keiran ticked all the boxes. “I’ve expanded our social

media platforms on Instagram and Facebook, I’ve put out flyers that I’ve created myself and put together three presentations.” Most importantly for Keiran, it’s all about making her clients happy. “I love planning, being excited with clients, watching them sit there and get all excited with the holiday I’ve created, it makes me feel so good.” Keiran plans to use her $2,000 first prize holiday voucher to go to Egypt, just one of the many places on her own personal bucket list.

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Super moon plausible for mammouth tides NOTA 21 Dec). It was also quite the norm 55 years ago when my father owned the boatshed, but never like that! The highest tides of the year were on the 24th and 25th of June at 8 or 9am. These tides,

which I have monitored over the past 30 years at Hawks Nest were interesting in that that 24th June high tide measured exactly 2.1 metres (as predicted) but the 25ths level was over 2.2 metres (with high atmospheric pressure).

Over the last 30 years I have monitored the ocean’s advance into the fore dune from the surf club to Yacaaba. The access track for 4WD around the base of Yacaaba has been washed away and is almost impassable, despite

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Where is our OPINION Local Councillor? Dear News Of The Area, MANY locals may remember the weekly reports in the local paper by Mr Len Roberts during the amalgamation process and leading up to the elections for MidCoast Council. Now that he has been elected he seems to have become strangely quiet. We have heard nothing from him on the reasons why Council spent millions of dollars to purchase the

Masters site in Taree or why he (unlike 3 other Councillors) voted to investigate consolidating Council’s four administrative functions at the Taree site, a one and a half hour journey from Tea Gardens/Hawks Nest. As CEO of the Karuah Local Aboriginal Land Council (Karuah LALC) he has not kept the wider community informed that the Karuah LALC is selling land it was granted under a native title claim on the eastern side of

Rooster Dumping Dear News Of The Area, OVER Christmas some inconsiderate person/s dumped 7 roosters at the intersection of Booral Road and The Branch Lane Booral. It took me many attempts and a number of days to passively trap all of them. I was concerned more people would add to their numbers. Tomorrow, (Friday 5

Jan) I am driving from Girvan to the RSPCA at Rutherford to deliver them there. This may not seem a great story, but the environmental impact of dumping not only chickens, but other domestic animals leads to major environmental problems. I’m sure the RSPCA will fill you in on the issues surrounding the dumping of chickens, spread of disease to wild birds, and also the effects it can have on commercial poultry operations re disease.

the Hawks Nest Golf Club to developers to build town houses. He has also not told us that more land that the Karuah LALC obtained under native title claim on the north side of Albatross Avenue is also to be developed for housing. When is Clr Roberts going to tell us what’s going on? Ian Morphett Hawks Nest

OPINION Also it is so dam cruel to dump roosters or “Set them Free” as some people think they are doing. If you can’t eat your own roosters, or pass them on to a home that might humanely kill and eat, then don’t breed. The RSPCA were prompt in replying to me and were appreciative as to spend the time to catch the roosters and deliver them to the RSPCA. Pat Thomson Girvan

U3A Photo and Art Exhibition By Margie TIERNEY

new approaches and subject matter. WITH so many beautiful Lyn Blake from the Art vistas to capture in the Group said, “The Exhibition Myall it’s not surprising allows the artists to showcase that this year’s U3A Art and the various skills which Photography exhibition they have accumulated and promises to delight. extended during the year.” Andrew Sillar leads the She said, “While drawing Photography Group Classes in charcoal, pencil and ink and over the past year his is a regular practice, the students have explored group also uses a variety of many fresh techniques mediums such as acrylic, and taken monthly field water colour, oil sticks and trips to experiment with collage. Please support the advertisers

The Life Class, run by Les Tattersall, was also wellattended last year. “The artists work at their own level of ability and most importantly, they exchange ideas and enjoy the classes.” Lyn Blake added, “Most importantly, the exhibition is about participating and generously sharing their accumulated knowledge and ability with the public.” The U3A Art and Photography exhibition is being held over the weekend of Saturday 20 January and Sunday 21 January at the Hawks Nest Community Hall.

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I have gained about seven kilograms over Christmas. Any clues on how I can lose the weight quickly? Mrs CV, Raymond Terrace MRS CV, as I am typing this, I’m polishing off the last of the hazelnut nougat I was given for Christmas, even though I promised myself I would stick to salads and green smoothies for the next six months in order to make up for the communal gluttony that occurred at my place over the festive season. It is now all a blur of deep-fried camembert, basil and pistachio dip, potato salad with full cream mayonnaise, chocolate mousse, rum balls, red wine, white wine, brunch, lunch and midnight snacks (and that was just Boxing Day). We all fall into a trap at this time of year, and that trap is thinking that we will pace ourselves over the Christmas period, eat in moderation, exercise, and start the New Year as svelte, radiant, well-rested individuals. Instead we fall into a food coma and we can’t exercise because even our stretchy activewear isn’t quite that stretchy and we all know that crop tops and muffin tops aren’t a fashion statement any of us would like to emulate. The most exercise we have done is to float around on blow-up peacocks and pull a couple of Bon Bons. Heck, even if I could see my shoelaces, I doubt I’d have the energy to actually tie them up. All this eating and nanna napping is exhausting. Acceptance is the first step, Mrs CV. There’s no point feeling bad about it. You simply have to let go of the past and embrace the future. It seems pointless to change things midweek, so as of next Monday, I want you to ask yourself this question each time you come across a tempting treat: “Should I put this inside me?” Nine times out of ten, the answer will be no. In fact, the question could extend beyond food and keep you away from doomed relationships and emergency rooms. Food for thought. Carpe diem, Jasminda

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Acoustic Duo hit the Tea Gardens Hotel By Rachael VAUGHAN

THERE are ‘new kids on the block’ so to speak, rejoining the local gig scene after a break away, but they’re old hands in the music business from way back.

Paula and Owen Acoustic Duo are hitting the Tea Gardens hotel for a sunday session this weekend, and it’s a gig you don’t want to miss. Based in Port Stephens, this professional and experienced duo features

Paula Hunter on vocals and Owen Ward on guitar. With over 20 years experience in the music industry, Paula and Owen are versatile and suitable for any occasion – pubs, clubs, hotels, cafes, weddings, private

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celebrations, concerts, festivals, bars and corporate functions. Their set list comprises covers of popular songs from the 90’s to present and they bring their own flavour and vibe to each performance whether it be rock, folk, funk, or a simple ballad, Paula and Owen won’t disappoint and they’re guaranteed to give you a great afternoon of easy listening. Owen has an extensive background in the music industry with production and supplying crew for some of the world’s biggest artist’s including U2, The Rolling Stones, Madonna, Michael Jackson, Sound Garden, The Big Day Out tours and many more. Paula was a featured artist signed with Pride Music in 1996 in ‘The Olivia Project featuring Paula’, a tribute to Olivia Newton John, releasing a cover of Xanadu and Physical. Xanadu fast became a hit

on the dance scene in Sydney and London, where Paula made many appearances during a two week stint in London’s most popular night clubs. Paula has extensive experience performing with various cover bands over the years in Sydney. Whether you’re a local, or out of towners, lock this

date down and come along to the picturesque setting at Tea Gardens Hotel and enjoy a fantastic afternoon. Paula and Owen Acoustic Duo take the stage from 2-5pm this Sunday 14 January. You can also check out their musical stylings on Facebook and Instagram.

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Taking Control of Wild Dogs HUNTER Local Land Services is working with landholders in the Mid-Coast region to help control the wild dog population and reduce their impact on livestock. This year’s baiting and control program will involve more than 25 groups across the Manning Great Lakes area and will run from early autumn, through winter and into spring. Chair of the Bulahdelah and District Wild Dog Control Group Art Brown said a preemptive, across tenure approach is leading to an increased number of dogs being controlled in the Bulahdelah area.

“We are covering an area of 100,000 hectares, where 65 percent of the land is managed public reserves,” Mr Brown said. “It is critical we work with both private land managers and other agencies including Forestry, National Parks and Wildlife Service, Landcare and MidCoast Council to get the best results.” Last year, 103 wild dogs were culled in the local area focusing on the autumn and spring control programs. Plans for 2018 include over 40-targeted baiting and control programs across the Manning Great Lakes region. Hunter Local Land Services Senior Biosecurity

Lifesavers Keeping Watch FROM Page 16 beach and maintaining the vigil on the swim area.” “It is something that is active and enjoyable, and you can venture into the sports side of things as well,” he said. ASL has also provided a lifeguard to attend Tea Gardens Pool seven days a week. In addition, Council lifeguards will be present at eight other beaches in the MidCoast region during the January holiday period. ALS NSW Lifeguard Operations Manager Oliver Munson praised MidCoast Council for their commitment to safety. “Our focus, just like Council’s, is ensuring the safety of all beachgoers in the area,” Mr Munson said.

“We look forward to continuing our strong relationship with Council

Officer Peter Fotheringham said there is still plenty of time for landholders to become involved. “Coordinated largescale, across tenure control utilising the broad range of available tools delivers the best knock down in wild dog population numbers, however ongoing action is required to maintain lower levels of predation,” he said. “The spring and autumn baiting programs target wild dogs during their peak seasons - when wild dogs are mating or educating their young. “We are urging landholders to contact our biosecurity team, so we can help them plan the best approach for controlling wild dogs on their property,” Mr Fotheringham added. It is estimated that wild dogs reduce agricultural productivity in NSW by around $15.7 million annually.

and delivering a high level of service to the people of the Lower North Coast.” The ALS weekday patrols at Bennetts Beach will run until 25 January.

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The Surf Lifesaving Club will continue patrolling on weekends and public holidays until flags fall on the 2017/18 season on 29 April.

Surf Patrol: Steve Tranter and LJ Chester at Bennetts Beach.

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STUDENTS and instructors of the Raymond Terrace based Martial Arts Club

(Koryu Uchinadi Kenpo Jutsu), held their first class for 2018 in the most practical

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manner last Saturday when temperatures reached mid40’s. The Club’s head instructor, Sensei Shihan Bob King (6th Dan) told News Of The Area, “What a perfect way to start 2018 training for our Club.” Traditionally the mixed martial arts club conduct their first training for the year at the beach in what is referred to as “Hatsu Geiko”. Students took the Bo to the sand at Hawks Nest Beach this year. Shihan King said, “We worked with the Bo as well as practiced throws on the soft warm sand and finished with a swim in the cool ocean.” The Koryu Uchinadi Kenpo Jutsu style of martial arts is heavily based on the street-practical and real life situations of self defence, rather than considering or

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being restricted to any rulebased (sport/competition) fighting. “For today’s person interested in learning martial arts, Koryu Uchinadi is not sports based. In other

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words, the training does not primarily focus on preparing (you) for competition,” Mr King said. “Our training prepares the student for dealing with unwarranted acts of

aggression in the real world. In particular for situations where safely exiting is not always an option.” For more information call Sensei Bob King on 0416 197644.

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31 Motum Ave, TEA GARDENS Price: $355,000 THIS home is centrally located, close to shops, restaurants and cafés, as well as just minutes to the Myall River (less than 500m). The Myall Quays shopping village, bakery, pharmacy and medical centre are just over a kilometre (level walk) away. A solid home with all the basics, but would suit some

upgrades to make it a great first home or family holiday home. Well positioned and on approx. 447 sqm of level land, the original brick cottage features 2 bedrooms and one bathroom. The kitchen is off

the sparkling patrolled surf beach at Hawks Nest. Offering 4 bedrooms in a practical layout, downstairs find a large open plan dining area leading onto a modern kitchen which includes a two draw dishwasher, large pantry, stylish tiling and plenty of other inclusions. The kitchen overlooks the outdoor entertaining deck, a laundry to the side includes the third toilet plus internal access from the double garage. Off the dining area is a formal lounge room, also on this level is the main

the living area and there is room to expand or update. A separate laundry with access to the outside and a sunroom that opens to the level fully fenced backyard. The home has a single garage with internal access,

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bedroom with large mirrored wardrobes, en-suite with a second bath and sliding door access to a private verandah. Up the stairs a large landing stretches the length of the home. Offering a second kitchenette, large bathroom and three bedrooms, all with built in’s, this floor could be a complete teenagers retreat or private holiday expanse for a second family. An abundance of storage lines the walls, extra windows let a vast amount of light throughout. Ducted air conditioning plus fans in most rooms, outdoor fans are also

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included in the entertaining areas. A few minutes walk to a substantial children’s playground, the Hawks Nest Golf Club, Benchmark on Booner restaurant and cafe, Hawks Nest Surf Club, IGA supermarket and the various shops in the Hawks Nest shopping precinct.

Perfect as a holiday house or permanent rental, this listing will certainly have extra appeal to investors as the Hawks Nest area remains a peaceful, popular and perfect holiday destination. For more information call Stuart Sinclair from Ray White Real Estate on 0488 133 998.

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also spear point, solar hot water, split system air conditioning and a garden shed. Move in or rent this is out. Homes of this size, and price point do not last long. It is Open for Inspection on 12 January, 2018 from 9.15 -9.45am. For more information call Ivy Stevenson from Century 21 Coastal Properties on 0432 705 766.

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THIS picturesque Crawford River Property is nestled into the hillside just 7kms from the township of Bulahdelah, this home is designed to showcase the extensive views. The hub of this quality 4 bedroom home is the kitchen which flows out into an open plan design. The exposed Tallowwood interior poles, the timber cathedral ceiling, floorboards, kitchen

cabinetry and decorative features along the wall of windows across the front of the home all come together to provide that serene, relaxed feel of getting back to nature. Bringing the outdoors in! A wood fire keeps you cosy and warm during the winter months while plenty of windows and doors invite that coastal breeze inside during summer and there is also air conditioning in the main living area and the main bedroom area. At 30 acres of lifestyle property, this home provides absolute privacy and is

BRAND new is this masterbuilt, torrens title townhome in a magic location, right near the golf course. Featuring 3 bedrooms, two bathrooms, a massive four-car garage plus a single carport, and a large North facing entertaining balcony, this property ticks

all the boxes as the perfect holiday property, permanent residence or investment property for you. For further information contact John Rumble at Hawks Nest First National Real Estate on (02) 49970262.

relatively low maintenance. A double colorbond shed including a large workshop area, a double carport, and a garden shed provide ample storage outside. The lovely wide verandahs are perfect for relaxing, overlooking the dam and taking in that amazing view! We invite you to inspect this property so that you too can see the lifestyle that awaits. Inspection by appointment only by calling Brooke Lloyd from R and R Property on 0488 064 615.

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The family of the Late Chris Mobbs (Mobbsy) would like to thank the community for all the love and condolences given on the recent very sudden and unexpected passing of Chris. In particular members of Myall Masters Swimming Club, Lodge Port Stephens and Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Surf Club for their guard of honour. Chris would have been humbled by the number of people who attended his funeral to pay their respects to a good man and an active member of the community of Tea Gardens/Hawks Nest.

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The family of Christopher Robert Bennett, aged 90 years, would like to thank all family and friends for their sympathy and condolences on his passing. Thanking the staff at Estia Health and the medical centre for there care of him. Regards the Bennett family.

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BBQ matador Functional 6 burner with Side pot cooker, gas Bottle, tools and manuals. Almost new. $850 ono. 49198044 BOSKA Electric Golf Buggy. Near new condition, seat & umbrella holder. Light weight Lithium battery. $495.00 Ph 49843494 BREVILLE smart oven. As new $100. Anna Bay 49819926 CROSS trainer. Good condition. Unwanted gift. $50. 0423758466. DESK computer corner desk with shelf and f/cab draw & cubboard $20 49847584 DINING Table 6 chrs, solid timber, as new, $100. LG front load, washing machine, ex. cond. $60, Ph. 0418413652 DINNER set willow pattern six places 49191637 $30 Soldiers Point ELECTRIC Programmable Walker PROFORM 400C $500 ono Phone: John 02 4997 0435 EXERCISE equipment Magnetic rowing machine, exercise bench with leg extension weights plus barbell and hand weights $250 ono. Tea Gardens 49188161 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au

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OLD STAR CROSSWORD READING: Ecclesiastes 3: 3 & 4

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Keeping Watch This Summer TEA Gardens-Hawks Nest Surf Lifesaving Club volunteers and Council Lifeguards will be keeping watch at Bennetts Beach during the busy holiday season. With crowds flocking to the clear waters and white sand, the red and yellow flags will be up seven days a week from 9am to 5pm. Council Lifeguards from the Australian Lifeguard Service (ALS) will be on duty Monday to Friday and the Surf Lifesaving Club will patrol on weekends and public holidays.

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Club President Stephen Howell said around 70 club members will each complete 60 hours of volunteer service during the season. “The best thing about volunteering is being part of the community,” he said. “It is also about the friendships formed and the camaraderie with other volunteers.” Stephen said the weekend patrols are split into fourhour shifts involving, “Checking gear, setting up the CONTINUED Page 9

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