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A BULAHDELAH man struck gold, winning the $100,000 first prize in the Lucky Lotteries Super Jackpot last week.

According to NSW Lotteries, the winner, who wishes to remain anonymous, is a hard-working married man who is approaching retirement.

The man purchased his winning two-dollar ticket from the Bulahdelah Newsagency.

Owner Sue Chick said the lucky winner was an unregistered player.

“We don’t know who it was, people who win large amounts usually wish to remain anonymous,” she said.

“All our machine tells us is that there has been a win, if

q Bulahdelah Newsagency owner Sue Chick is hoping to sell another winning ticket.

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If approved, Riverside will be home to approximately 935 dwellings on 725 lots.

Bob Lander, the Prime Consultant for Sheargold, presented a modified Concept Plan to the gathering.

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Also put forward for consideration, was a proposal for a riverside boardwalk and a ‘Tea Gardens Welcome” sign on Myall Street. ‘’We hope to be on the ground in the first quarter of 2018,” Development

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q SHEARGOLD DEVELOPERS: Development Manager Ledum Yorgure, Project Advisor John Dunning, Consultant Bob Lander.

Manager Ledum Yorgure said.

“The first stage of construction will take almost a year because of all the infrastructure we have to do,” Project Advisor John Dunning told News Of The Area.

But not everyone was happy with the presentation.

“There were too many red herrings, too many unanswered questions,” local resident Denise Jacka said.

“Showing us a sign

that they’re going to be putting on a corner and talking about the boardwalk, these weren’t the issues of the night, there were too many diversions,” Denise said.

“There were too many ‘gunnas’ and ‘maybes’ and ‘we might do this and we might do it later’,” local Ronnie Nicholls said.

“I’m really angry about the offset assets,” Ronnie added.

Tea Gardens resident Dave Hackett is worried about run off.

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“Of course, we can’t know for sure what will be offered until government processes are complete by the end of the month.”

“However we are particularly excited by earlier commitments to upfront investments into injury prevention.”

“This will allow us to work together in reducing the current

20% injury rate to at least half.”

“We get to continue doing the job we love, and we can focus on protecting our community,” Mr Kirkpatrick said.

Last year, Paramedics statewide tagged their vehicles and ran a petition gathering tens of thousands of signatures. ‘’I would just like to forward my thanks

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of fresh water coming down to the lake,” Dave said.

“There’s a lot of fish in there at the moment, I don’t want to see them go, “Dave said.

The consensus by the end of the meeting was the need for more community consultation.

“We’re happy with tonight’s meeting,” John Dunning said.

“Absolutely, we’ll have more community consultation as we take the process forward,” he added.

to all who signed our petition,” Mr Kirkpatrick said.

“We have not received any concrete commitment as yet, but the issue appears to be progressing favourably.’’ ‘’Again, a very big thank you to all who backed us with this very important issue.”

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NSW Paramedics have had a small victory in their ongoing campaign for better death and disability insurance cover.

The new Premier Gladys Berejiklian has written to the Health Services Union stating her commitment to sorting out paramedic protections.

“We are particularly warmed by the positive relationship Ms Berejiklian is building with HSU Secretary Gerard Hayes,” Paramedic Timothy Kirkpatrick said.

“This bodes well for the future.”

“It’s a good start for our relationship with the new Premier and will go a long way to providing peace of mind for NSW paramedics.”

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The World Day of Prayer Friday 3rd March 2017, at St. Andrews Anglican Church (cnr Witt and Ogden Streets, Tea Gardens)

commencing at 2.00 p.m.

The World Day of Prayer is a global ecumenical movement which brings Christians of many traditions together to observe a common day of prayer each year.

This year the Anglican Church of Tea Gardens is hosting the service in support of the women of the Philippines.

The guest speaker will be Alex Shaw.

All are welcome to the service which will be followed by afternoon tea.

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Water Restrictions a Possibility WHILE temperatures have reached record highs, and river levels have dropped, the community’s responsible use of water has meant a stay on any implementation of water restrictions at this point in time.

However, MidCoast Water has advised that restrictions may be necessary if the hot dry spell continues beyond the next three to four weeks or water usage increases.

MidCoast Water operates five water supply systems across

the region covering the Manning, Great Lakes, Bulahdelah, Stroud, Gloucester and Tea Gardens areas.

All supplies, other than the Tea Gardens supply which is a groundwater source, are dependent on local rivers.

Both river levels and water consumption are constantly monitored as part of MidCoast Water’s management of water supplies.

The current hot dry weather impacts on water supplies in two ways, the lack of rain

means source supplies are not replenished and the heat often results in more water use than usual.

To date water restrictions have been avoided due to the demand remaining reasonable, according to general manager Ken Gouldthorp, who has commended the community for demonstrating responsible water use.

“As a result of our community’s responsible use of our water supplies, it has not been necessary to impose water

restrictions to date.”

The Manning scheme, which supplies customers from Crowdy Head in the north to Tarbuck Bay in the south and west to Krambach, relies on storage in Bootawa Dam and flows in the Manning River.

“With flows in the Manning River decreasing from an average of 4,000 – 5,000 million litres per day to just over 100 million litres per day, we are carefully watching the forecasts.”

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Mr Gouldthorp said that while pumping has stopped at Stroud due to the very low river levels, the off-river storage is being utilised and there is over 100 days of water available in storage.

“We do thank our community for their responsible water use and ask that everyone continues to be mindful of their water use over the coming weeks,” Mr Gouldthorp added.

MidCoast Water will continue to closely monitor the situation and will advise the community should water restrictions become necessary.

Grandparents Day at the Library

By Margie TIERNEY

AS we grow older it’s often the simple pleasures in life that bring us the most joy.

Tea Gardens Library is celebrating Seniors Week with a morning called ‘Grandparents Storytime’.

“This is a first for Tea Gardens Library,” Librarian Carol Johnson told News Of The Area.

Grandparents are invited to join their grandchildren for a morning of stories, songs, rhymes and morning tea .

“It is our normal story time slot, so ideally those

children who come, will bring their grandparents with them,” Carol said.

“We’ll have three generations in the library, it will be lovely.”

The Seniors Week event at Tea Gardens Library is being held on Monday 6 March at 9.30am.

Stroud Library is also holding ‘Grandparents Storytime’ on Friday 3 March at 10.30am.

Just a reminder that Homework Help is up and running again every Wednesday afternoon at Tea Gardens Library.

The program is open to all school aged children from

Kindergarten to Year 12 HSC students. ‘’We have homework help from 3pm until 4.45pm and a lovely group of volunteers who have

had all their police checks and working with children checks to help children with their homework,” Carol said.

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programs you can call the Tea Gardens Library on 4997 1265 or go online: midcoast.greatlakes.nsw. gov.au/library.

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Expert psychiatric evidence from 1994 supported a view that the relationship between the deceased and the former wife - that their marriage and its sequelae had unusual and long-lasting consequences for the former wife. It noted that these impacted adversely on her whole subsequent life. She had had care and responsibility for the parties’ daughter for 15 years after the property settlement and this enabled the deceased to continue working and to amass his estate, whilst it adversely impacted on her ability to return to the work force. She had been injured in 3 motor vehicle collisions. The post-divorce

deterioration in her circumstances, the relative paucity of the matrimonial estate at the time of the property settlement, and the fact that she was now reliant on social security in circumstances where the daughter she had raised stood to inherit a large estate, were of significance.

The judge concluded that the circumstances warranted the making of a claim by the former wife and, as she had been left with no provision, he awarded her a lump sum legacy of $750,000 from the estate.

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it’s a big win, Lotteries ring and tell us exactly how much.”

The Bulahdelah winner told NSW Lotteries although he and his wife regularly buy lottery tickets, this is the first time they have ever won anything.

The lucky man said the money will be a great help as he approaches

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“There are about 275,000 tickets sold in this lottery each year, so if you win, it’s something quite special,” she said.

“The number of winning tickets we’ve had is great for a little place like this.”

The recent windfall isn’t the first-time lady luck has smiled on the small town.

According to Mrs Chick, there have been at least three previous winning Lucky Lotteries Jackpot tickets sold through the Bulahdelah

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THE reopening of Stoney Creek Road between Wootton Way and The Grandis, the tallest tree in New South Wales, was celebrated at an official opening ceremony last weekend.

The six-kilometre section of gravel road, an important tourist link, had been closed for three years due to flood damaged bridges.

A large crowd of community members gathered at The Grandis Picnic Area in Myall Lakes National Park for the celebrations, which were organised by the Wootton Community Network.

President Jim O’Connor said having the road open, providing direct access to The Grandis from Wootton Way, was a boost to local tourism.

“The Grandis is a good tourist draw, people know about it and they want to see it,” he said.

“The road repairs were part of the Wootton Strategic Plan, and one of the priorities is getting as many local attractions available as possible.”

Mr O’Connor said people from all over the world come through the valley to see The Grandis, Railway Walk and Winery.

Speaking during the opening ceremony, Myall Lakes MP Stephen Bromhead praised the Wootton community for their active work in the local area.

“Everything that is done as a community to encourage tourism, and the more places there are to see, benefits all of us,” he said.

“Every tourist in the area will spend some money somewhere in the local businesses, and that means jobs and opportunities in our area.”

Mr Bromhead also acknowledged National Parks and Wildlife Service who

funded the bridge repairs, ensuring continued access for both the community and tourists.

MidCoast Council Local Representative Committee member Len Roberts, on

MIDCOAST Council is calling for measures to ensure a clear, transparent and consistent planning framework that benefits the community and affected landowners, as part of its

submission in response to the NSW Government’s proposed Stage 2 NSW Coastal Reforms.

The Draft Coastal Reforms are important to the MidCoast region which

behalf of Administrator John Turner, said the Grandis is a star attraction, not only in the Great Lakes area, but also in NSW. “It is a big tourist drawcard that we should embrace, not hide away,” Mr Roberts.

incorporates numerous beaches of various formation and orientation, with exposure to a variety of coastal hazards.

As a result, the local planning, management and assessment framework is significant and complex.

“Council’s submission

gives in-principle support to the initiatives and intent of the Coastal Reforms, but we are recommending that proposed maps and development criteria is included in all NSW coastal councils’ local environmental plans rather than a State plan so the information is easy to find and apply in each area,” Council’s Manager Strategic Planning Roger Busby said.

“We are also recommending that we continue to work closely with the DPE and the NSW Office of Environment and Heritage (OEH) to progress coastal reforms that will provide clear and effective management of our coastal areas,” he said.

MidCoast Council has adopted a collaborative approach to coastal management, reflected in the establishment of the Old Bar Manning Point Coastal Working Group, and in ongoing communication between Council and the agencies involved in the

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“The reopening of the road is a great boon for the community and tourism, and something well worth celebrating.”

The Grandis, a 400-year old flooded gum, towers at a height of more than 76 metres above the ground.

q Wootton Community Network (WCN) President Jim O’Connor, Myall Lakes MP Stephen Bromhead, WCN member Pat Tate and MidCoast Council representative Len Roberts at the official opening of Stoney Creek Road.

q The MidCoast is home to approximately 190km of coastline (this photo is of Pacific Palms).

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Council’s submission to the proposed Stage 2 Coastal Reforms endorses the provision of relevant Council mapping data to the DPE and OEH to be incorporated into an environmental planning document that provides a consistent development assessment framework for coastal management areas across NSW. “As a larger merged Council we have been able to capitalise on expertise from staff across the former councils to prepare our submission and outline how the Coastal Reforms could be effectively understood and implemented by Council officers and landowners together” Roger Busby said.

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Pool in Disrepair

By Margie TIERNEY

REGULAR users of the Tea Gardens community swimming pool are far from happy.

It’s a culmination of factors.

There’s been no solar heating since the system broke down last year, the black racing lines are barely visible and there’s a general lack of maintenance and disrepair.

“We had to get a scouring pad to clean the steps leading out of the pool, it was putrid,” said Rhonda Bobako from the Myall Masters swimming group.

Jan Peeters told News Of The Area, “There is a group of 35 ladies who use the pool every day at 7am.”

“Our community is predominantly over 60 which brings wisdom, a sense of humour and also bad backs, knee replacements, hip replacements, arthritis and stiff joints to name just a few ailments, all of which are assisted and improved by swimming, water aerobics or just walking in the water,” Jan said.

“There’s now 95 days of the swimming year when the water is just too cold.

In response, Dan Aldridge, MidCoast Council’s Manager for Community Spaces, said, “The Solar heat system has been decommissioned as it has reached the end of its working life.”

“We have monitored the water temperature of the pool every day in January, with the pool temperature maintained

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q MYALL MASTERS: President Chris Lock and Rhonda Bobako. at between 25°C and 30°C. “We’ve also been working with the key user groups to arrange increased use of the

Chamber Honour BULAHDELAH Chamber of Commerce have honoured long serving member Mrs Val Brown with a Friend of The Chamber award.

The honour was given in recognition of Mrs Brown’s continued support to the organisation over many

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Mrs Brown, who moved to Bulahdelah with her family in 1972, has also given 45-years of dedicated volunteer service to the local community.

During this time, the active 77-year-old has been involved with the Historical

q Bulahdelah Chamber of Commerce President John Sahyoun presents member Val Brown with her award.

pool blanket to help maintain the pool temperature,” Mr Aldridge said.

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Society, Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service, the School of Arts and Bulahdelah Show.

She was also one of the founding members of the old weaving group, regularly assisted in the school canteen and served on the Bulahdelah Bypass committee to name just a few.

Chamber President John Sahyoun said Mrs Brown has certainly made a significant contribution to the town.

“Val is extremely hardworking, reliable and has been a tireless volunteer,” he said.

“We have valued her dedication and commitment to the Chamber and to the community.”

Mr Sahyoun said volunteers are an essential part of all small towns and make an enormous difference in the lives of so many people each and every day.

“Like Val, they don’t do it for the accolades, they do it for their town and for their community,” he said.

Mrs Brown will be sadly leaving the area as she is making the move north to Gladstone be closer to her family.

lines, Mr Aldridge blamed a budget shortfall.

“Unfortunately, Council didn’t have a budget for pool painting last year, and with a quote of $50,000 to drain the pool, strip back the surface and apply three to four coats of paint, this is a long term solution.”

Sources have told News Of The Area that MidCoast Council is considering building a new pool in the vicinity of the Coles precinct within the next five years but there’s nothing in writing.

“I’d like to challenge Administrator John Turner and his directors to come down and see for themselves the extent of the work which needs to be done to the pool,” Rhonda said. ‘’The Council promotes a healthy lifestyle, but the pool is just disintegrating into disrepair.’’

ST JOSEPH’S Primary School in Bulahdelah is running their Early Starters programme again this year.

Principal Mrs Joanne Trotter said the free program includes a whole school day experience for children who might be starting Kindergarten in 2018.

“The program began last year with children from all around the district attending ‘big school’ every Friday,” she said.

“The program is not restricted to children who might attend the school, but is open to all children in the local area.”

Mrs Trotter said the children who came as ‘Early Birds’ in 2016 were very settled when they started Kindergarten this year.

“We have received emails from very happy parents who have said that their children are very happy and settled in their new school environment,” she said.

“The program is very flexible with some children coming on board in term two, three or four.

They are not required to attend every week as every child is an individual, with individual needs catered for.”

Mrs Trotter told News Of The Area the parents of the 2016 Early Starters were given a report at the end of last year which made for a smooth transition into ‘big school’.

“Parents felt confident about how their child was travelling and if they were ready for that whole educational experience,” she said.

If you would like your child to take part in this year’s Early Starters programme, please contact St Joseph’s Primary School on 49974189.

“We would be only too happy to answer any queries or concerns that you may have,” Mrs Trotter said.

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Leading the way

By Daniel SAHYOUN

BULAHDELAH Central School welcomed their Primary Captains for 2017 at a recent school assembly.

The new leaders took their pledges in front of their peers, before their parents were invited to complete the induction by pinning the badges.

Each term, two of the captains will take on the main leadership responsibilities, assisted by the other young leaders.

Term one captains Polly

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Sullivan and Maddi Tassell, said being in the position will help them learn about leadership.

“It’s a very big responsibility and I am looking forward to being a voice for the student body to the teachers,” Maddi said.

“The position will also help improve our selfconfidence by being a role model for others and demonstrating the school values,” Polly told News Of The Area.

The captains have already begun their duties by

q BCS Assistant Principals Mr Rod Pye and Mrs Carol Wills with Captains Oliver Gibbs, Maggie Cunich, Charlise Luxon, Amia Murphy, Polly Sullivan, Toby Barry, Grace Kiehne, Ruby Roberts and Kurtis Barry.

q BCS Term One Captains Maddi Tassell and Polly Sullivan.

chairing weekly assemblies, monitoring boundaries in the playground and taking part in the Student Representative Council.

The leaders will also represent the school at community events throughout the year.

Assistant Principal Mr

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Rod Pye said the selection process involved writing an application, a formal interview with a panel of teachers and making a public speech.

“We then had an election where staff and students from kindergarten to Year 6 voted,” he said.

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“The final result was a combination of what the student body thought and the work the nominees had done.”

Ruby Roberts and Kurtis Barry will take the lead in term two, Maggie Cunich and Amia Murphy in term three with Charlise Luxon and

Many boaties and river enthusiasts believe it’s crunch time when it comes to the need for dredging the Myall in the mooring area known as “The Gut” which hugs the Tea Gardens foreshore.

But while there’s a desperate need, there’s no money forthcoming from the NSW Government.

Once again it comes down to a battle between MidCoast Council and Crown Lands.

Here’s a little history.

“The Gut” was last dredged way back in 1961.

For many decades it was a safe haven for large boats, but now these vessels can only be accessed in the top quarter of the full tide.

Requests for dredging the channel began over three years ago.

Submissions were made to the then Great Lakes Council, which conducted all the necessary studies required by the State Government.

Fast forward and the now MidCoast Council requested NSW Government funding of around $200,000.

The reason, mooring fees are paid to Crown Lands and Maritime Services.

Last week Gordon Grainger from the Myall River Action Group was told there would be no monies forthcoming from Crown Lands and that the

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responsibility for dredging “The Gut” and the cost, rested firmly on the shoulders of MidCoast Council.

The Government Agency justified its decision by saying that the Myall River is considered a local waterway.

“The response from Crown Lands is nothing short of immoral and a complete

Oliver Gibbs in term four.

Grace Kiehne and Toby Barry will also assist with the leadership duties throughout the year.

Mr Pye said the captains were looking forward to the challenges their new position will bring.

disregard for this and other similar communities along the NSW coast,” Gordon Grainger told News Of The Area.

“What chance do these boat owners have of regaining use of their vessels, despite loyally paying their annual mooring fees,” Mr Grainger said.

“The possibility of serious damage increases as the depth lessens.’’

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q LOW TIDE: ‘The Gut’ at Tea Gardens.

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Books left out in cold

By John SAHYOUN MIDCOAST Council representatives recently met with members of the community to discuss the future of Bulahdelah Library.

Library Services Manager Chris Jones indicated that council would be closing the library, which is staffed

mainly by community volunteers.

“Borrowing rates from Bulahdelah are the lowest in the MidCoast area,” Mr Jones said.

“We need to find an alternative, we cannot see a future in a low use facility.”

Mr Jones said he hoped that at least some library

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services, which could include a drop off point for books, would be retained.

MidCoast Community Liaison Officer Tracey Farrant led a discussion to identify issues the loss of the library service would create.

Fairness, accessibility, the need for better promotion of services and the need

for whole community consultation were some of the concerns raised.

Some community members also indicated they had restricted licenses and could not drive to other libraries in the region.

Long time library volunteer Mrs Dianne Burns said the facility is utilised by people of all ages.

“The loss of the service

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q Volunteer librarian Beatrice Weeks with young reader Jack Dexter. would disadvantage many people, including the elderly who like to come in and read,” she said.

“They regularly use the library to access books, newspapers, magazines and use the internet.”

Bulahdelah Chamber of Commerce Vice-President

q Ashley Dexter, MidCoast Community Liaison Officer Tracey Farrant, Ruth Butler, Dianne Burns and Chamber of Commerce Vice-President Kevin Carter discuss the closure of the library.

Kevin Carter outlined a proposal where the library service could be expanded by moving it to the Rural Transaction Centre at minimal cost to Council.

The proposal will be forwarded to MidCoast Council for consideration.

q Volunteer librarian Beatrice Weeks assists Carol Tattersall at Bulahdelah Library.

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IF location is key, then this home is in prime position, being just 50m to the Myall River and Tea Gardens Waterfront.

The home is on a level block of land with room for the growing family.

The four bedroom home sits on approx 589 sqm with with views to the river.

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has views to the river, as well as a large built in and en-suite.

Three further double bedrooms each with built in robe.

The home also features a family bathroom complete with separate shower and bath tub.

An undercover, private patio approx 15 x 14m, is large enough for family lunches after a day on the water.

There is a double garage with internal access to the home, and an internal laundry with another shower & toilet. The back yard provides ample space for the

SET in a peaceful and family friendly location this gorgeous three bedroom home boasts lovely rural views with the convenience of being just a quick five minute drive to town.

From the well-maintained gardens and hedges to the bright and spacious open plan living, this home is immaculate in every sense.

The kitchen is quite large with plenty storage, featuring an electric oven and stovetop, dishwasher and built-in stainless steel microwave.

Off the kitchen there is

kids to play cricket, another oversized garage with parking for one car and a workshop/storage area.

Featuring ducted air conditioning, solar power and solar hot water, new stainless steel dishwasher, spear point, and fully fenced back yard, there is room for cars, boats and caravan.

This is an immaculately presented home ready to move into.

The owners are committed to selling so please contact Century 21 for a private viewing on (02) 4997 2554.

space for dining and two living/family areas with a reverse cycle air conditioning to keep you comfortable throughout the year. Stepping outside from this zone you are lead to a private entertaining deck which overlooks the one acre property.

All three bedrooms are generous in size and have ceiling fans; two also include built-in robes.

The master bedroom features a walk-in-robe and ensuite plus large windows offering you beautiful views to wake up to. The main bathroom is quite luxurious with a deep soaking tub, shower, vanity and a separate WC. For storage or workspace

there is the double attached garage with remote controlled door.

This fully fenced block is on town water plus tank water for watering the gardens.

The beautiful Gloucester Lions Park is a short 15 minute walk away where you can enjoy picnics, a leisurely stroll, utilise the exercise equipment or enjoy a splash in the Gloucester River.

This property is an absolute must to inspect - call us today!

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With only four units in the block, shared common areas are peaceful offering shade trees, clothes lines and a single lock up garage per unit.

Only a minute to the sparkling, calm waters of Jimmys Beach, enjoy long beach days relaxing to the sound of the gentle crash of

THIS newly listed unit in the Bayview Apartments is in a prime position opposite Jimmy’s Beach in Hawks Nest.

Perfect as a holiday unit or as an investment offering positive returns, this second floor unit offers two large bedrooms with built ins, a separate living and dining area, kitchen, laundry,

the ocean with views over Port Stephens.

Only a few minutes walk to the shopping precinct of Hawks Nest, restaurants and the Golf Club, this solid unit is a great investment, inspections by appointment only.

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From the minute you step

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No De-Merger for MidCoast

By Margie TIERNEY MIDCOAST Council will remain as is, following a decision by the NSW Government to keep already merged councils in place.

New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian ended weeks of speculation on Valentine’s Day in regards to the merger between Great Lakes, Greater Taree and Gloucester Councils.

“Residents and

ratepayers would be worse off if this was undone,” Premier Berejiklian said.

“New councils across NSW have been working hard to deliver better services for their communities.”

The Premier’s view was

Limited Ferry Service times OPINION Dear News Of The Area, WE catch the ferry across to Tea Gardens at least once every time we come up.

This time, we were with another couple, so four people would have come across for the day, had lunch in Tea Gardens and probably bought something in Hawks Nest.

However, not if we have to leave at 2.30pm.

Driving the 160km round trip is a bit of an effort (plus we can’t drink), especially when the ferry ride is part of the experience.

I remember there being two operators for many years. Now there is one.

Maybe the current set

echoed by MidCoast Council Administrator John Turner who said, “I didn’t ever think there was going to be a de-merger.”

“I invite those people who have been against the merger to accept that it has occurred and see that it might actually be working.” up is costing businesses on the north side of the Bay money.

They need to be aware of this and ensure the ferry operator is aware too.

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SPORTS

Whiting, R. Hill-Smith with 3 Whiting and S Dempsey with 2 Whiting.

The gents who weighed in were G. Anderson with 5 Whiting, A. Smith with 1

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Dear Jasminda,

Tea Gardens Fishing Club results FISHING LAST weekend saw our February fishing competition with Whiting being the catch of the weekend.

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Bream and 10 Whiting and S. Dempsey with 1 Flathead and 2 Whiting.

Well done to all who weighed in.

My son has just started high school and I’m finding all the homework overwhelming. Any suggestions?

Mrs RM, Bundabah IF only high school was like Fame or School of Rock.

There’d be no bars on windows and no economics teachers in high-waisted shorts obsessed with stagflation theories. Just waif-like figures named Coco pirouetting down hallways and quirky types playing keyboards, all to beguiling tune of Stevie Nicks’ Edge of Seventeen.

Just like the white winged dove sings a song sounds like she’s singin’, ooh, baby, ooh, ooh . . . Okay, Mrs RM, I had a little moment then, but I’m back. Sweaty, but back.

High school is overwhelming. Oh, the flashbacks of Mandy Brutus and her jujitsu holds in the playground.

The after-school detentions. Hiding in the toilet during swimming carnivals. It’s survival of the fittest out there.

And then there’s the burden of homework. Your homework, by the sound of it.

Don’t be too disappointed with your results, Mrs RM. A ‘B’ for Prudence’s English assignment is no measure of your true ability.

Keep striving along with all the other hapless parents out there until Australia finally catches up with the educators in Finland.

They know that homework is nothing but payback from exhausted teachers and a testing system that they refer to, in hushed tones, as Napalm, not Naplan.

Now go and make that mobile using this week’s spelling list, five toilet rolls, yellow cellophane and handknitted coat hangers. Due tomorrow.

Carpe Diem, Jasminda.

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BY Tony SMITH 16/2/2017 A Grade 1. Dennis Downie 39 2. Peter Nealon 36 c/b 3. Tony Ward 36 c/b 4. Joe James 36 5. Ron Hampton 35 c/b

B Grade 1. Jim Dillon 41 2. Pat Nugent 39 3. Kevvy Williams 39 c/b

4. Keith Harrap 39 c/b 5. Don Henderson 39 C Grade 1. Neil Clifton 41 2. Barrie Newton 38 3. Michael Ritchie 37 4. Les Davies 36 c/b 5. Richard Morley 36 c/b

NTP 10th A. Clemo Clemmens B. Keith Taylor C. Milton Bloomfield 16th A. David Brailey B. Roger Humphries C. Michael Ritchie Balls To. A. 32 c/b B. 31 c/b C. 27 c/b

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Stroke Medley Bulahdelah Golf Club

By Pauline GREGORY Wednesday 8/2/2017 Ladies Golf Winner- Karryn Bartlett R/up- Thora Lou Smith

Thursday 9/2/2017 Veteran’s Golf Winner- Dave Gray R/up- Lindsay Griffis NTP 15th- Alex Reekie NTP 17th- Stuart Robinson Saturday 11/2/17 Stroke Medley

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By Tony SMITH Hawks Nest Vets Stroke 14/2/ 2017 A Grade 1. Bruce Clayton 35.7 2. Ron Wright 38.1 3. Jeff Chapman 38.2 B Grade 1. Richard Morley 38.8 2. Joe Kennelly 39.3 3. Barry MacLean 39.3 NTP 3rd 5th 10th

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Jackpot Winners Tea Garden’s Men’s Bowling Club

By The JAFFA 15 February At last some beautiful summer weather to enjoy the great game of Lawn Bowls.

A maximum field of 54 players took advantage of the conditions and came out ready to play.

The popular formula of 20 points for the win and 1 for each end won saw four teams vying for the prize money.

On a four-way countback the winners were Peter Gurney, Ken Devlin, Col Amos and Mark Hair.

The runners-up also on a countback, were Geoff Hamilton, a visitor from Turramurra, Garry Porter, Col Saillard and Ross Barry.

17 February Conditions for bowls were great today; if not a tad warm, when 22 bowlers contested the Fabulous Friday Open Jackpot Pairs.

There were four games

of Pairs and one game of Triples played.

It was nice to see some support from our lady bowlers, always welcome!

The winners today with the highest winning margin were Ross Barry and Greg Pearson.

They were closely followed by the triples combination of Gary Wynne, Vic Garlick and Danny Johnson.

The Jackpot was not won and will stand at $100 when play resumes next Friday.

18 February The first round of the Club Minor Singles Championship was played today and it was pleasing to see some new bowlers competing, many playing their first ever singles match.

The results were Bill Heylbut defeated Denis Wilberforce 31-12.

David Garcia defeated Steve Jones 31-22.

Peter Gurney was too consistent for Lon Richards winning 31-7.

Anthony Grant had a tough match with Vic Garlick

winning 31-27.

Graeme Watkins had a great win over the valiant Gary Wynne 31-26.

Ken Devlin accounted for Doug Andrews 31-21.

A second round match was also played with Luke Gliwa having a battle to defeat Col Saillard 31-26.

19 February Sunday bowlers had a roll-up today with many regular players being absent.

The second round of the Club Minor Singles Championship was played in very overcast and threatening conditions.

Bill Haylbut continued on his winning way defeating David Garcia 31-24.

Peter Gurney, displaying some deft touch, accounted for Anthony Grant 31-11.

Ken Devlin was in fine form defeating Graeme Watkins 31-15.

Max Stephens had too many shots winning comfortably against Ray Prigg 31-9.

Ross Barry had a tough fight early in the game eventually winning 31-19 against a stoic Garry Porter 31-19.

Doug Naylor is through

Club Championship Major Singles Tea Gardens Women’s Bowling Club

By Lynda RICHARDS ON Tuesday 14 February the final of the Club Championship Major Singles Competition was played.

This has been a thrilling event both for the spectators and the competitors.

The finalists, Maynie Roberts versus Robyn Beaumont, are two very talented bowlers.

Maynie attempting to win her tenth title for this particular competition.

At the finish of the second end the score was equal.

By the 7th end Maynie had a lead of six shots but Robyn delivered some great bowls narrowing Maynie’s lead to just two shots by the start of the 10th end.

The final score at the 21st end, Maynie 25 v Robyn 14 does not describe the calibre of bowling. Congratulations to Maynie on your win.

As always thanks to all the “behind the scene” crew who organise these events, also to the Umpires, Controlling Body, the Markers and last but not least the Social Committee who once again provided some delicious sandwiches for lunch.

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to the third round after being awarded a forfeit.

The Noel Jackson, Stewart Sturrock match has reached an interesting stage with Noel leading 20-5 at one stage before a great comeback from Stewart.

Their game had to be abandoned, due to lightning,

and at that stage Noel had a narrow lead 24-21.

In other news: Tea Gardens Bowling Club has several entries in the forthcoming Newcastle District Pairs Championship and one entry in the State Senior Pairs.

Greg Pearson and Steve

Pell will play at Beresfield next weekend in the State Senior Pairs and Jeff Baker and Paul Syron, Sean Mearrick and Richard Lee together with Ross Barry and Danny Johnson will play in the District Pairs at Nelson Bay. We wish all players well.

Roaring Success Hawks Nest Golf Club Social Club

By Luke BOYD THE twilight golf season for the social club has been a roaring success to date.

Thursday afternoons provides plenty of enjoyment for the twilight social club golf players, so much so they

want it to run all year.

The winner the week of 16 February 2017, with a great score of 22 points, was Matt Hadfield.

The runner up golfer to play a great round of nine holes was Corey Bates.

Corey Bates also won the nearest to the pin competition. Great Golf.

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q Club President Robyn Webster with Maynie Roberts winner of the Club Championship Major Singles Competition.

The winners for social bowls by drawing a card were Jan Kuzmic, Dorothy Dallas, Jo Younghusband and Loretta Baker.

Birthday greetings to Lynne Green.

The bi-monthly meeting was held after lunch and it was good to see many members present.

Club President Robyn Webster presented a gift to Lily Smith and Kayelene Pearson, both semi-finalists in the Major Singles Competition.

The tradition of presenting a gift to the semifinalists is from a legacy donated by Lorna Brennan, a lifetime member of the Women’s Bowling Club.

On Thursday 16 February,

just a small group of bowlers turned up for social bowls.

The hot weather conditions deterring a lot of players plus two teams absent as they were competing in the District Fours Competition.

Just a reminder, due to the hot weather social bowls play starts at 9am.

Early start will continue probably till mid March.

The winners for social bowls with a win plus ends were Lynda Richards, Bev Stephens and Karen Green.

On Friday 24 February Tea Gardens Women’s Bowling Club are hosting the final of the District Fours Competition.

Spectators are welcome.

It is an opportunity to witness some great bowling.

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q Corey Bates showing us his driving technique to win Nearest to the Pin.

Three-way Play-Off DARTS Hawks Nest Golf Club Social Club

By Luke BOYD ON 16 February, three teams successfully won three from their compulsory four games to each be in a three way play-off for the winning position.

The winning mixed

doubles teams were D. Neville and Chris the Holidaymaker.

Closely following was Keith Thomas and Jenna Kirwan.

Marion Smith won the ladies highest score competition with 97 points score throughout the night.

The men’s highest score was 156 points, achieved

by Michael Russom. Great Darts.

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Ready to Rumble GOLF Karuah RSL Men’s Bowls Club

By Trevor DAVIES Preparation Despite the Heat at Karuah

DESPITE losing a day’s bowling to the heat, the club’s preparation for the coming Pennant Season continues at Karuah RSL Bowling Club.

The Club made a courageous decision last week, in the interest of Health and Safety, to cancel play for a day due to the heat.

Although not universally popular, the condition of the bowlers and the potential of harm won out on the day.

Congratulations to club management for exercising their duty of care so well.

Two inter-club visits have been held since my last report, with the club hosting a contingent from Forster and heading to East Maitland.

Although it were two overall losses to Karuah, the competition was strong, the company was excellent, and skills improved all round.

The term early to ripen, early to spoil has been used and we hope to ripen just as the pennant season starts!

The Ladies RSL Bowls Club are playing in the district fours competition at

q the moment and we have a young guns team in the open division playing this week, good luck ladies.

Junior development continues unchanged and introductory sessions are still being held each Sunday morning for anyone of any age who would like to try our great sport.

Tuesday and Thursday games are still being held

(heat allowing) with names by 9.30am and first bowls at 10am.

You would know if you have read my reports that I always say that there are many reasons to take up and play our great sport.

I became aware of another reason in the last two weeks.

One of our ladies, away on holidays, was visiting a South Australian wine producing

The men’s teams from Karuah and Forster, ready to rumble.

area.

Having had a busy afternoon of visiting wineries and tasting their wine, she stopped in (driven by her husband, who in the interest of road safety was abstaining) at her last planned stop of the afternoon.

More wine was tried, photos with the staff taken and purchases made.

Next morning, with

Surfboat and Nippers Success Flags, Surf Swim and Board Paddling events up against more than 40 competitors in each race.

a slight headache and a puzzled look, she told her (clear headed and somewhat righteous) husband, “Oh no, I think I have lost my purse!”

Just then she received a phone message from the Women’s Bowls NSW Association to say that her purse had been found and was waiting for her at the last winery.

The purse duly recovered

Ten-year-old Sophie Howarth won two gold medals in both the Beach Sprint and Beach Flags events.

All six Nippers finished in the top group to mid field

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By Margie TIERNEY BOAT crews from Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Surf Life Saving Club had a terrific weekend at the recent Newcastle Branch Surf Life Saving Titles at Fingal Beach.

This was the first medal carnival for the season against all Newcastle branch surf clubs from as far south as Swansea Belmont and Caves Beach.

In all, 13 clubs took part.

After a consistent showing in the Streets Surfboat series since last November there was underlying optimism for a successful carnival.

Peter Rogers told News Of The Area, “Tea Gardens/

Hawks Nest was expecting to be competitive but their results from the branch championships were exceptional and a credit to all involved.”

“Four crews competed and returned home with three gold medals and a one silver, the best result of any surf lifesaving club in the Hunter branch in surfboats,” Peter said.

“Both Masters Men’s crews and the Masters Ladies’ crew won gold in their age divisions while the male open boat crew won silver after a small mishap on the turning buoy which cost them a gold medal as well.” ‘’With the NSW State SLSA

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As well, six Tea Gardens/ Hawks Nest Nippers travelled to Fingal Bay for the Age Hunter Branch Championships earlier this month.

Tiarna Chester, Harrison Skelly-Osmond, Sophie Howarth, Ella Howarth, Isaac Stokes and Bethany Stokes took part.

Tiarna Chester was the only Nipper who had competed at a carnival before.

All Nippers competed in the Beach Sprint, Beach

THE weekend weather was far cooler than the few previous fishing outings held this season.

The midday fishing session was enjoyable and lacking any scorching heat.

The amount of club members and guests joining in for the social club fishing outing increased due to the comfortable temperatures for the anglers to participate in their chosen hobbies.

The weekend angling champion and men’s division angling champion was Darby Neville catching a great haul of bream, tailor, whiting and snapper .

The men’s division runner up angler was Trevor Peirson who caught some great bream and whiting .

The ladies weekend angling champion was Gail Bartlett , catching a swag of bream, flathead and

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and profuse thanks given, it was realised that the winery staff, trying to contact her and unable to find her phone number, had rung the number on her Women’s Bowls NSW members card.

They, bless them, had passed on the message.

Just another reason to be a bowler! See you at Karuah. positioning.

The TGHN Nippers will also be competing at the NSW State SLS Championships at Blacksmiths Beach next month.

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whiting .

The ladies runner up angler was Michelle Cole who caught a fantastic bag of tailor and a bream .

The mystery fish drawn from the hat was a teraglin and was not won. Great Angling.

q Ladies runner up Michelle Cole proudly displaying one of her tailor.

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CHICKENS Isa brown point of lay $25ea.

Black australorp x point of lay $25ea.

White australorp x point of lay $25ea Ph. 0484910561

BILLABONG 3 piece lounge suite, in ex cond. Solid timber frames. $580ono. Ph 0437 878 155

CLOTHES dryer Hover 3.5 Heavy duty. As new $120 0417787215

BMX boys BMX bikes (2) $50 each.

Call after 6pm 4982 7308 Salamander Bay

CASTROL Edge Ski Jacket,. Brand new. Size M. Male DELONGHI slient air or female. $60. cond. Room window. portable. used once.

49972442 $300ono 49971488

CIRCULAR Glass dining table. 1m diam. $100. 49971838

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For Sale CONTINUED from previous page DOG Kennel colourbond, large, suit Shepherd $75 49828042 or 0419816939 GOLF Clubs, Rapier Responce, over size & cavity balance system RH golf clubs, 1 - 3 Metal Woods, 3 - SW Clubs, all with regular flex Graphite Shafts. All in good cond. $140ono Ph 0419245757 GOLF Buggy compact mk2 with umberela holder, harldy used, cost $147, Sell $60. 49843494 GRANDFATHER Clock Clockworks needs refurbishment $100.

49829498 GRAND Hall black Premium 323 four burner barbecue with cover. Includes a separate side LD shelf burner,SOside and gas cylinder.

Good condition.

Collect from second floor flat in Shoal Bay. $50. Mob 0400 452 788 GUITAR Ibanez AS153. Brand new.

Professional Semi Accoustic. $1,350.

0413046858 KING Size bed Excel Cond $50.

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KITE Surfer, Naish.

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LOUNGE. 2 seater lounge, VGC $80.

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OUTDOOR Setting 5pc Green Aluminium. Bar Height Round Glass Top Table and 4 chairs.

Table diam 108cm H. 95cm Chairs H 113cmW 61cmD 78cm. $120ono ph 0427642075

TRAVEL Cot Folding steel craft good cond. $40 49822475

ELECTRIC Ozito Hedge Trimmer $30.

Panasonic Black 58” TV $100. 49972523

2007 Retreat Linderman 20foot.

11 months rego. with extras.

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Bulahdelah Show Society Inc - AGM will be held in Shultz’s Shed, at Bulahdelah Showground, on Monday 14 March Starts at 7.30pm.

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REGENT Roystan Caravan 22’. Built September 2009.

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PIANOLA ROLLS, many titles old and new. Large $20 each Medium $15 each.

Singles $10 each.

Ring 4997 0051 for list.

TWO door Fisher & Paykal dishwasher 0418 665 511 TV Cabinet 2100mm l x 580mm w 1350mm h.

Timber. Ph 49972317.

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QUEEN size bed haead wood. Exc cond. $50. 4981 7523

WARDROBE 2 door, with drawers, minor damage $70 49829498

R/C MODEL yacht.

Northwind 36 class.

Radio, electrics & LD cradle SO included.

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Classifieds ads@mcnota.com.au WARDROBES Two childrens white wardrobes $50 each.

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RIDE On lawn mower Stiga small. fair cond. $250. 0402141050 RUNNING shoes with studs and wrench.

As new cond. 31cm $20.49829526

WOODEN toys (lge), 10 semi trailers, 3 tractors, 1 train, 3 rocking horses, Will sell sep or together Ph 49817297

SAFE n Sound. Baby car capsule, exc cond, $40. 4981 7523 SIMPSON 6.5kg washing OLD mach.

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SOFA bed, plush, black, one year old, bed used only once, $300 Ph 0427 204 450 TELESCOPE High powered. 2,500new will sell $300ono. Call Steve, 4997 1773 TENTS New. Family Size. 19’ x 12’. $300 Nelson Bay 0407 013 203 TILES new. Ideal patio. Grade1. Charcoal grey. 12msq total.300x300m. $240. 0417441420

LOUNGE Two recliners $500. Top condition.

Phone 49813784 MOTOR Scooter 125cc Arquin auto.

Less than 5,000 kms panier, cover. Reg to June $1450 ono 0418554192

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LAZYBOY ReclinerRocker Brand New, Unused.

Colour Fawn-Beige.

Cost $1,000 Sell for $795.

Ladies BROOKE White Joggers. As new. Size 8.5 (40 Euro). Cost $220 Sell for $120. Phone 49970890.

FOLDING Aluminium trailer. ramps. M/c or ATV pair $220.

Magma marine Bbq. D Suit RV, van OL or boat $125. S Motorcycle transport stand for shed or trailer New $30. Rope 50m x 18mm nylon $120 0408239842 SUZUKI Grand Vitara 5 steel wheels, 4 tyres $120. Mens D inch and ladies L26 O bikes, Svery good condition $40 each.

Caravan double foam mattress $75.

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BEACH umberella $14.

Coffee Machine almost new $50. 2 pottery tubs 57cm h with plants $55 each. Large pot 62cm h with plants $40 each.

Persian floor rug $60 165cmx120cm Ph 49828787.

1991 Roadstar Poptop. Registered March 17. 12x6 2 single beds. Side kitchen/ dinette.electric fridge gas stove towing weight 620kgs. $7000 Irene 49810782

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Ready for any advertures. $42,500 Ring 4982 8321 2001 Jayco Freedom Pop Top. 15.5ft. Lshape sgl bds. 3-way fridge. L-shape dining. 4 burn cook top. batt pack. Alex plug.

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Machinery TRACTOR Kubota

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Business for sale BAKERY/cafe Tea Gardens. New fitout New equipment.

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DARTS At Neslon Bay Bowling Club on Mondays. 7:30pm. All welcome. 0429506372

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Extra Ordinary Meeting TG CC Fishing Club to be held on Sunday 12th March at 3pm sharp prior to weigh in, in BBQ area of Club, all members encouraged to attend

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Boats Avalon 2007. 3.95m. 20 hp Yamaha 2 stroke.

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ALUMINUM 3.75m Quintrex run-about 15hp Yamaha. 2 swiv seats. Nav lights.

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MidCoast County Council ordinary meetings 2017 will take place at the Forster Customer Service Centre, 16 Breese Parade, Forster commencing at 10.00am on:

Tuesday 28 February 2017 Wednesday 29 March 2017 Thursday 20 April 2017 Tuesday 23 May 2017 Tuesday 27 June 2017 Tuesday 25 July 2017 Tuesday 22 August 2017 Tuesday 26 September 2017 Tuesday 24 October 2017 Tuesday 28 November 2017 December 2017 – no meeting scheduled

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Students make a splash

By Daniel SAHYOUN

THE hot weather didn’t deter enthusiasm or competitive spirit at Karuah Public School’s Annual Swimming Carnival recently held at Tea Gardens pool.

As the races got underway, the students from Years 2 to 6 constantly cheered for their houses and supported the competitors who gave it their all.

Sports Co-ordinator Mrs Kath Henry said the newly elected sports captains and vice-captains did an exceptional job, by leading the cheers and encouraging and organising the children for their events.

“The students participated with enthusiasm and dedication for their sporting houses,” Mrs Henry said.

“Teachers were delighted with student behaviour and the huge amount of effort put into races.”

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Kingfisher, Pelican and Swift, battled it out in numerous events with the full program keeping the students and staff busy throughout the day.

There were also plenty of free swims which gave the students time to cool off and have fun in the water with their friends.

Mrs Henry said the carnival was a huge success due to the participation of the students and the efforts of many parents and staff.

“Thank you to all staff members, parents and carers who attended and assisted at the carnival, your efforts are always appreciated,” she said.

“Thanks also to Mrs Kelly Pietsch who was our life guard, and to Leon from the Masters Swim Club for setting up on the day.”

The house trophy, medallions and ribbons will be presented at an upcoming school assembly.

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