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Principal Moving On AFTER almost a decade at the helm, Bulahdelah Central School (BCS) Principal, Mr Don Hudson, has been farewelled and taken up a new position with the Department of Education in Newcastle. During his time at BCS, Mr Hudson has seen the integration of technology throughout the school, significant investment into teacher professional learning and a focus on the student voice. He also lead the school through the implementation of a new senior curriculum. “There was a significant change to the structure of the Year 11 and 12 curriculum to provide students with a greater

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choice of subjects,” he said. “This was needed because of our small senior years and the diminishing choice of subjects that our senior students had.” Mr Hudson began his teaching career in 1983 as an Industrial Arts teacher at Courallie High School in the Moree district. He then held various teaching and executive positions in Deniliquin, Broken Hill, Ungarie and Newcastle before being appointed to Bulahdelah in 2009. Mr Hudson said professional practices to increase student engagement

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Principal Moving On FROM Page 1 in learning have changed significantly throughout his career. “Schools these days need to work hard to engage students as they move from Kindergarten through to Year 12,” he said. “Too often we see students switch off or just go through the motions as they enter high school.” Mr Hudson recalls reading an article that started with “Imagine a world where kids are as eager to learn throughout school as they were when they arrived”. “I would love that world to be Bulahdelah Central School,” he said. In addition to his commitment to the local

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to the beach in their fourwheel drive. This car ended up well and truly ‘off road’ when the driver lost control in the soft sand just along from Bennetts Beach in Hawks Nest. Neither of the two young men in the car was injured, but it was a number of days before the vehicle was able to be

school community, Mr Hudson has also been very active within the State education networks. This includes

the NSW Secondary Principals Council State Assembly and Financial Reference groups, where he has been a strong advocate and support for other principals. Mr Hudson is

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q Primary Captains Kurtis and Toby Barry farewell Mr Hudson. retrieved. Local beach recovery expert Steve Webb from Tea Gardens Marine Mechanics was called late on Monday afternoon. “They’d been driving too close to the water and when a wave came, they’ve veered to try and avoid it and rolled it,” Steve said. “I was called and it wasn’t quite low tide and we would have lost the light, you really

need an excavator in those circumstances.” It took two days before Fenwick’s Off Road Haulage dragged the Landcruiser from the water. Local Darren Rapley is the town’s other beach recovery expert. He says he tows an average of 40 cars out of the sand every year. “The beach can get really soft especially towards the water,” Darren told News Of The

Margie TIERNEY Area. “You’ve got to let your tyres down when driving on the sand.” Steve Webb also warns, “Driving at speed when your tyres are low can make your car very unstable.” It’s believed the Landcruiser belonged to a Father of one of the young men. The car is a ‘writeoff’.

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The history of ‘The Branch’ EXCITING times ahead for the Karuah local History Group. Last year the Myall Coast News Of The Area put out the call for anyone with information about ‘The Branch’ to help the Society compile a book of the area’s rich history. 18 months down the track and a lot of painstaking research and the book ‘The Branch: The Community And Its People’ is ready to be launched. “The book has been a collaborative effort by three members of Karuah Local History Group, namely Benita Parker, Paul Mulvaney and myself,” the Group’s Secretary Robyn Witt told News Of The Area.

‘’We felt that the area had a great story to tell.” “The village’s heyday was between 1890 to 1935, although the area’s history goes back to the days of the Australian Agricultural Company and their million acre grant in 1826.” “A sawmill was built there in the 1890s, and was the main source of employment.” “The village had its own school, hall, post office and a Union Church, used by various denominations.’’ “As you can imagine, the majority of people who had connections with ‘The Branch’ are no longer with us, and those who are left are all well up in years, so it was also a case of something had to be done now,” Robyn said.

The book is being launched on Saturday 14 October at 5pm at the Karuah RSL. Guest Speaker will be John Chadban OAM.

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IT’S a rare occurrence, but the water off The Anchorage at Winda Woppa was closed to swimmers last week because of a minor sewerage leak. MidCoast Water was alerted by a concerned resident and was quick to respond. Brendan Guiney, Director of Water Services at MidCoast Water told News Of The Area, “We were onto the job within hours of being notified.” “The sewers in this area are gravity fed and there’s also a lot of tree roots that can do damage to the pipes.” MidCoast Water decided to close the area to swimmers while they

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Mayor and Deputy Elected AT the first meeting of the new MidCoast Council, David West was elected Mayor and Katheryn Smith as his deputy. In an emotional address, Mayor West said he was immensely proud and very honoured to be selected to represent the region. “It now falls to us to build this community together, I genuinely believe we have the skills to deliver to you a Council that you will be proud of,” he said. “We are here for you to come and talk to, that is the heart of local Ggovernment.” The 11 Councillors had the sole responsibility of electing the Mayor which was conducted as a preferential ballot. Councillors Kathryn Bell, Brad Christensen, Jan McWilliams and Len Roberts

also threw their hats into the ring, with three counts required to distribute preferences and determine the result. A second preferential ballot was held to elect the deputy Mayor from four hopeful nominees. Speaking with News Of The Area, Gloucester’s Katheryn Smith said she is “very excited” about her new position. “The overwhelming support was just amazing,” she said. “The whole system has given me a little bit more faith, it shows that you don’t have to have a party background or the wealth to spend on a huge campaign to be elected.” With plans to visit Bulahdelah regularly,

Katheryn said she is looking forward to building a strong rapport with the community. Katheryn will hold the deputy Mayor position for 12 months. “In September 2018, we will go through the same process again,” she said. “I will have a good feel of the workload by then, and my peers will get a good feel of how I am performing.” Mayor West, who has more than 20 years experience in local Government, will hold the top position for two years. During last week’s inaugural meeting at Taree, each of the Councillors were sworn in and took their Affirmation or Oath of Office. Katheryn said the new Council “is a good mix of people, with some knowing

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the history of each area and others with fresh eyes”.

The Councillors now have a tough task ahead, moving

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one of the largest Councils in the State forward. Katheryn believes harmonising policies and addressing the infrastructure backlog will be priorities.

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Director of Infrastructure to Hawks Nest

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THE man given the large task of managing one of the State Government’s biggest portfolios has accepted an invitation to speak at the upcoming Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Progress Association meeting. Glenn Bunny is Director of Infrastructure and Land Management with the Department of Primary Industries. Progress Association Secretary, Patricia Garrard lists some of his responsibilities. “He’s responsible for regional ports, of which Tea Gardens is one, Holiday Parks such as Jimmys Beach and Hawks Nest Caravan Parks, the New South Wales dredging program, Coastal management, bushfire, pest and weed control and land owner consents.” Gordon Grainger from the

Myall River Action Group said, “Mr Bunny’s responsibilities stretch from the Queensland to the Victorian borders and he is up to date with the various issues within the Myall area.” His vast portfolio opens the way for discussion on a range of issues affecting the Myall from the ongoing battle over dredging, the proposed

Sheargold development and erosion issues at Winda Woppa. Patricia Garrard told News Of The Area, “You don’t have to be a member of the Progress Association, everyone is welcome.” The meeting is being held in the Old Library on Booner Street in Hawks Nest at 7pm on Monday 9 October.

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It’s in the bag By Margie TIERNEY

TEA Gardens Library came alive to the sound of children and creativity last week, courtesy of a school holiday activity which was both fun

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and practical. Nineteen youngsters, from toddlers to teenagers, were given the job of stencilling, colouring and sewing a library bag which was uniquely their own.

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MidCoast Council Outreach Officer, Meredith Campbell told News Of The Area, “We do this to get the children into the Library to have a good positive experience from a young age so they’ll follow through for the rest of their lives.” Volunteer Gaye Granger had spent a very busy day, first at the Forster Library then heading to Tea Gardens in the afternoon helping the children with the basics of bag decorating. “I’ve been volunteering for two years now and I help the children with the craft side of things, stencilling, drawing and sewing,” Gaye said. There is something for all ages at the Library from computer aids, e-books, toddlers’ “Turtle Time” and homework help. Tea Gardens Library’s Carol Johnson recently introduced a community jigsaw puzzle for locals and

visitors to piece together. Young locals, Connor and Maddison McIntosh and Carissa Pope were visiting the

Library to use the Wifi and scanning books to borrow when they found the right spots for the last 100 pieces.

They were chuffed and so was Carol that the Library continues to attract Generation Z.

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Port Stephens Veteran Network THE Federal Member for Port Stephens, Meryl Swanson MP recently attended the Port Stephens Veterans Network (PSVN) Management Committee meeting at Tanilba Bay. The purpose of the visit was to meet all members who support the work of PSVN and the PSVN authorised Pension and Welfare Advocates who provide Department of Veterans Affairs services to current and ex-service personnel and their families and widows. Meryl also presented a letter from the Minister for Veterans Affairs confirming a grant of $50,200 to PSVN to allow them to provide support services for the next 12 months. Barrie French, Honorary Secretary of the Karuah RSL Sub Branch told News Of The Area, “The PSVN

operates from premises at Tanilba two days a week from office space donated by Port Stephens Veterans and Citizens Aged Care and consists of representatives from Raymond Terrace,

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Now the dust has settled concerning the last local government election, I’m still peeved by something. There was no sausage sizzle. It was the same at the last federal election. Not one sizzling sausage in sight. With most elections about as interesting as watching cement set, the only thing that saved them was the almost compulsory sizzle, raffle or cake stall. What is happening to democracy and the Australian way of life? Mr JWS Dear Mr JWS, THE wafting odour of a sizzling sausage is enough to entice even the most reticent voter. Forget the optimistic political pundits handing out flyers. We don’t vote because Roger McMinty is going to build a theme park in Tea Gardens, or Mary Rogerson is going to fill every pot hole in Hawks Nest. No, Mr JWS, we attend the polling booths, every man and his dog (particularly his dog), for the sausage sizzle (and to dodge a fine). Communities live and breath sausage sizzles. There’s something nourishing about trying to balance an icy can of lemonade in one hand and a slice of white bread, soggy with barbecue sauce, offal juice and sheep intestine, in the other. I mean emotionally nourishing, of course, because it’s certainly not nourishing from a dietary perspective. We’d be better off with half-coconuts filled with quinoa, beetroot, sprouts, cucumber and grated carrot (washed down with a pineapple, orange and mint smoothie). But where’s the fun in that, JWS? We’re not a bunch of Bondi Hipsters. No, we’re Hawks Nest Hobblers with Hip Replacements. And we’re okay with that, as long as it comes with a sausage on voting day. Carpe diem, Jasminda.

IT was great to see the report and photo by Scott Harris (NOTA 28 September) of the koala on the beach heading for Yacaaba. The last sighting of a koala on Yacaaba in our records was on 17 March 2009, so it is a fairly rare occurrence. Since 1989 the Myall Koala and Environment Group has been recording

koala sightings in the Myall Coast area. The only way we can do this is if people tell us of their sighting, including a date and reasonably accurate location. Anyone can report a sighting to us on our Koala Sightings Hotline answering machine – 4997 0878. Ian Morphett

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Lottoland Protest

Hawks Nest Newsagent Hugo Elstermann has joined thousands of other Australian newsagents in a campaign against newcomer to the gambling market ‘Lottoland’.

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HAWKS Nest Newsagent Hugo Elstermann has joined thousands of other Australian newsagents in a campaign against newcomer to the gambling market ‘Lottoland’. Hugo met with Adam Joy, CEO of the Australian Lottery and Newsagents Association last week and ‘Lottoland’ was top of their agenda. “It’s not actually a lottery, customers are being misled,”

Mr Joy told News Of The Area. “Lottoland has a license in the Northern Territory as an online gaming service, they’re not a lottery business, the money is going back to Gibraltar which is a tax haven.” “It’s banned in South Australia, Western Australia is about to ban it and New South Wales and Victoria are looking into it,” Mr Joy said. “We’re trying to make sure consumers know what they’re actually buying and

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where their money is going and we’re working with State and Federal Governments to change the legislation.” “For New South Wales, $250 million goes into consolidated revenue, from State Lottery taxes and that money goes to things like police, hospitals, schools and roads.” Nationwide $1.1 billion goes back into Government coffers. “We’re losing foot traffic which comes into the shop, as well as our interaction with the customers,” Hugo said. “Mr Joy added, “If Hugo sells an official $1 lottery ticket, 25 cents goes straight back to State Government revenue, if you put $1 in Lottoland it all goes overseas.” There are also no guarantees when it comes to the prize money. Mr Joy claims Lottoland has only made one millionaire since its inception as opposed to the NSW Lotteries which turned 70 people into instant millionaires last year. Hugo said, “When you go online with NSW Lotteries, the revenue goes to the Government, when you bet with Lottoland the money goes overseas.”

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Volunteering Pays Off SECURING a job as a firefighter with the NSW Forestry Corporation is a dream come true for 20-yearold Meagan Terry. “I have always wanted to work as a firefighter, I couldn’t believe it when I got the job,” she said. Meagan has been a volunteer with the Bulahdelah Rural Fire

Brigade for the past three years and has attended more than 100 fires during this time. “My experience with the RFS got me the job, they know that I am capable of doing it,” she said. In addition to keeping busy with callouts and training sessions, Meagan experienced her first

q Volunteer Meagan Terry has attended more than 100 fires.

deployment earlier this year when she travelled to Lismore to assist with the flood clean-up. “It is a good feeling knowing you are helping out and making a difference,” she said. “My confidence is boosted every time I go out, every situation is different so I learn something new every time.” Meagan told News Of The Area the camaraderie that exists between members of the Brigade is one of the best parts of volunteering. “You feel like you are part of a huge family, they look after you and help you every step of the way,” she said. “You also work with people from other RFS Organisations so I have made many new friends, it is like one big extended family.” Although Meagan is

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WHEN did you last have a PSA blood test? The Hawks Nest Tea Gardens median age is 60. Medical statistics indicate 35 to 40 percent of our aged male population are or will be experiencing prostate and/or bladder problems. Are you having to get up a number of times at night to urinate? Are you experiencing frequency, or leakage, or inability to empty your bladder at other times? These could be signs of a urinary tract infection, or an enlarged prostate, a benign condition that is treatable. But these symptoms may be masking a more serious condition. If your PSA is doubling

in less than three years (prostate cancers are slow growing), or a rise of greater than 0.75ug/L per year, then your GP should be referring you to a urologist to discuss your results and options available. “[A] PSA test should be used as a risk assessment tool, not a fast track to surgery,” said Professor of Surgery, Sydney University, Henry Woo. The Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Prostate Cancer Support Group meet the last Tuesday of each month (except in December) at 2pm at Benchmark on Booner. Current attendees have a wide range of experience and treatments, from a ‘watch and wait’ regime, to prostatectomies

(surgical removal of a cancerous prostate) to brachytherapy (insertion of radioactive seeds into the cancer). The Group has a coffee, beer or a wine, and shares any developments in treatment and results. They share news on prostate cancer research and men’s health in general. It is confidential and private, informative and educational. Some members have been or are part of trials for different treatment regimes. Come along, all you may wish to do is listen, and that’s okay. The next meeting is Tuesday 31 October at Benchmark on Booner at 2pm.

looking forward to her new position, she is hoping for a very quiet season. “This Brigade really helped me out, and if it wasn’t for them, I don’t think that I would have ever had the confidence to do it,” she said. “You can only get so far on your own without other people supporting you, they were the ones that did extra work with me.” For anyone considering joining the RFS, Meagan said to “start sooner than later”. “You can’t learn to be a firefighter overnight,” she said.

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Girls Approached POLICE are urging residents to be alert after two girls were approached by a man in a car at Hawks Nest last week. Investigators were told the girls, aged nine and 10, were walking their dog along Monterra Avenue just before 6pm on Thursday 28 September when a white SUV Jeep passed them. The car did a u-turn before pulling up in front of the girls.

Police were told a man approached the nine-yearold, grabbing her by the arm and pulling her towards the vehicle. She was able to break free, scratching the man’s face in the process, before the girls fled the scene. Investigating police said they would like to speak to a man described as being aged in his 40s and balding with grey hair. He was last seen wearing

a black t-shirt. In a media interview last week, a police spokesperson said they believe there were two occupants in the vehicle. “We can’t say if the car is a local car or from out of town, but we are lead to believe that it was an older style car,” they said. Police are appealing to anyone who may have seen a white SUV Jeep driving around the Hawks Nest area on Thursday 28 September to contact local police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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Witchery set for Benchmark By Rachael VAUGHAN

IF you’re looking for a new place to try out and visit this weekend, why not try the delectable tastes, ice cold

beverages and live tunes at Benchmark on Booner in beautiful Hawks Nest. On Friday night, Benchmark will have the smooth tunes of Witchery

playing at 6pm. Witchery is the brainchild of Janie Wanless, who wanted to start a band that covers both the classics and modern dance tracks.

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Witchery has been performing as a duo for two years now and is about to launch their five piece covers band under the same name. Currently, the duo consists of Janie Wanless on lead vocals and Jake Hunt on lead vocals and lead guitar. Witchery cover

everything from AC/DC to Rihanna; and everything in between. There is plenty of Aussie rock in there along with some rocked up versions of Bruno Mars, Miley Cyrus and Salt’n’Pepper. Janie told News Of The Area, “This is our first performance at Benchmark, but we have performed locally at Tea Gardens Country Club,

Tilligerry RSL and venues around Port Stephens like Seabreeze Hotel, Anna Bay Tavern and Nelson Bay Diggers.” “We’d love to see lots of new faces in the audience.” “Come along to the Benchmark and experience the magic ... dance like no one’s watching and party like a rockstar!”

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Tough Trail Of Faith

A GROUP of 80 youths gathered in Bulahdelah over the long weekend to take part in a three-day re-enactment of the historic Mormon pioneer trek. Dressed in long skirts, bonnets, aprons and suspenders, the young people

pulled heavy carts through paddocks and wetlands to experience the struggles the early Utah Pioneer Church members endured on their journey to Salt Lake Valley in the mid-1800s. “They are using handcarts similar to those the pioneers

used and have to carry everything they need for the trek,” Newcastle Stake President Jacob Whiting said. “It helps them to understand the physical and spiritual hardships the pioneers faced.” The young people were

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Christmas Gifts for Kids in need By Margie TIERNEY

RESIDENTS from Peter Sinclair Gardens have added their special touch to what’s called the ‘Shoebox Project’ run by the Tea Gardens Baptist Church. As part of their regular monthly ‘Skills Day’ outings, the Peter Sinclair residents have helped fill 31 colourful

boxes with treasures to be sent to children in need as a Christmas gift. “The first age group is two to four, the second aged group is five to nine and third group is 10 to 14,” Ruth Calcutt told News Of The Area. “There are boxes for girls and boys and each box contains six unique gifts.” “Something to wear,

MIDCOAST Council will hold its next round of community update sessions throughout October. The meetings provide an opportunity to meet the new Councillors and find out how Council is progressing. On the agenda is plans to address issues identified by residents as

priorities and strategies for the year ahead. An outline of the upcoming process for developing the MidCoast Community Strategic Plan will also be discussed. Ten meetings have been scheduled throughout the region, starting with a session at Forster Council Chambers at 10am on Tuesday 10 October.

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something to love, something special such as a bangle or photo, something for school, something to play with and something for personal hygiene,” Ruth said. They also contain a photo of the person who packed them, so that the recipient knows who’s put together their special gift. “All the children from church also write letters and include pictures.” The Peter Sinclair Residents were also shown Locally, meetings will be held at Tea Gardens Baptist Church at 6pm on Wednesday 18 October and at Bulahdelah School of Arts Hall at 6pm on Thursday 26 October. This round of meetings will conclude at Stroud School of Arts Hall on Tuesday 31 October. Council encourages all residents to keep informed by attending one of the community update meetings.

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accompanied by a support crew of 40 adults, including local event coordinator, Nicky Hammerl. Nicky said the final day of the challenging trek involved crossing the Myall River and a mountain climb. The group completed their journey without any modern conveniences or hygiene items. “There are no mobile

phones or anything else that might provide comfort, it’s really back to basics,” Jacob told News Of The Area. “They slept on tarps and had to dig their own toilets so they can understand the hardships these early pioneers had to endure.” Jacob said the trek also showed the youths that they can work outside their comfort zone.

The participants, from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, came from Newcastle and Coffs Harbour, and everywhere in between. “We have found the people of Bulahdelah to be extremely friendly and accommodating,” Jacob said. The tri-annual trek is one of many pioneer handcart reenactments held throughout the world.

SWIMMING season has kicked off in the MidCoast region, with Council pools now open to the public. With the combination of warmer weather and school holidays, the pools have been flooded with swimmers eager to get wet. In preparation for the launch of the swim season, MidCoast Council in conjunction with Macquatics Training conducted a maintenance and safety audit of Bulahdelah Pool. A Council spokesperson said several repairs were

carried out last month. “The pool was emptied, pool decks and tiles were repaired then repainted,” the spokesperson said. “New signage and depth markers were fitted as well as general maintenance.” In previous years, Council pools have traditionally opened over the October long weekend. “Due to the early school holidays and the very warm weather conditions, we decided to bring the opening of all pools forward one week,” the spokesperson said. Bulahdelah pool

opened a few days later than expected due to a misinterpretation of the change in plans. The pool is now open from 7am till 7pm daily, except for Tuesday and Friday mornings when it opens at 9am. Entry is $1 for children and pensioners and $3 for adults. Family season passes can be purchased for $51.50 from the Bulahdelah Visitor Information Centre. The swimming season will run until the 29 April 2018.

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a DVD of the places and the children who have received the shoebox gifts in the past. Worldwide 11.5 million

shoeboxes have been sent out to children in need, 350,000 from Australia and counting. Ruth Calcutt summed it

up, “The looks on the faces of the children, the excitement and the joy is just wonderful.”

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Hawks Nest Golf Club Social Club By Lyn PEIRSON

THURSDAY 28 September we had 18 players for darts. The clear winners were Paul Bennett and James Ureta. After a three way play off, Trevor and Lyn Peirson were the runners up. The men’s high score was 140 by Trevor Peirson and the ladies high score was 130 by Gail Bartlett. The fishing outing for the weekend of 24 September saw a good quantity of ludrick, flathead and bream caught and the men’s winner

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Ladies’ winner was Gail Bartlett and Julie was a close second.

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Two on Open 28 Yamba St, Hawks Nest Price: $630,000

THIS three bedroom Hawks Nest cottage is on approx. 1015sqm of level land in the heart of hawks Nest. Open plan living and dining, a sun room and an undercover area at the rear with a single garage. Endless opportunity (STCA), this block has dual street access or build your dream home while living in the original. Rent one and live in the other.

The home would make a great holiday home and/or holiday rental. Open for Inspection

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35 Curlew Ave, Pindimar Price: $700,000

Wednesday, 4 October at 10.30 – 11 am Saturday, 7 October at 10.30 – 11am

A waterfront reserve, this home has views to “The Bay” where you can swim, fish or kayak. The property on approx. 897sqm, offers three bedrooms, but could easily accommodate a fourth. Two bathrooms, open plan living, dining and kitchen – step out to the wrap around balcony overlooking the water. Side access, a single garage, as well as a double garage with workshop includes toilet, shower and sink, and a built-in caravan (office or additional guest accommodation).

Open for Inspection Wednesday, 4 October at 11 – 11.30 am Saturday, 7 October at 11 – 11.30 am.

For further information contact Century 21 Coastal Pro-perties on (02) 4997 2554.

Grand Home on 100 Acres 29 Viney Creek Road, TEA GARDENS PRICE: $1,250,000

ENJOY sunrises and magnificent views from this truly remarkable home that has been meticulously built and designed for the large

family. Set high on 100 acres, you can enjoy the rural lifestyle with five bedrooms, three bathrooms, loads of shed/ car storage all while being within 15-20 minutes from the pristine beaches of Hawks Nest and all that Tea Gardens has to offer.

Other features of this property include a machinery shed and three-bay garage. The home has tile and timber flooring throughout with stunning views from full return balcony. The property also features established gardens and dams.

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There is two-bedroom guest accommodation and the property is wheelchair accessible. The land is suitable to run cattle or just enjoy on horseback or the motorbike. This property has to be seen to be believed. Grand in every aspect. For further information contact John Rumble at Hawks Nest First National Real Estate on (02) 49970262.

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bathroom, linen cupboard and functional laundry complete with hanging racks, baskets and huge storage finish the internals. Other extras include induction cooking, USB power points, fans in most rooms and ducted air conditioning. The Myall Quays Estate offers peaceful parkland and picnic areas, waterways perfect for fishing and kayaking and this beautiful home is an easy five minute stroll to the shopping centre which includes Coles, bakery, Post Office, newsagency, Dr’s surgery, chemist and boutique shopping. Inspections are a must for this immaculate home. Please contact Stuart Sinclair on 0488 133 998 for further information. Agent declares an interest.

Sea Change for those wishing to leave the rat race behind. The brick and tile home consists of four bedrooms, two bathrooms plus double garaging with internal access – handy for grocery days! A gently sloping rear yard is the place to be watching the bobbing boats and ever changing outlook over the crystal clear waters at your

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back door. There is an on property boat ramp for easy access for your treasured toys. Combustion fire and reverse cycle air-conditioning ensure year ‘round comfort for the whole family. Listen to the built in music system that sends sound to every room. Overall, everything about this home makes you just want to sit, relax and take in the view. Easy care gardens and level lawn at front make this property a very enticing home with tremendous kerb appeal. Inspect this wonderful home today and enjoy life on the water at Nerong – you can’t go wrong! Call James Murphy on 0438 412 317 and book an inspection of this superb home.

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The brand new kitchen is the heart of the home with stunning 40 ml caesarstone waterfall bench tops, soft close under bench cupboards, and a matching built in buffet balancing the room. Open plan living includes a dining area, casual family room and a second living area. An enclosed verandah off the dining room offers additional living spaces and can be accessed from the third bedroom. Up the hallway the master bedroom is huge and includes his and hers separate built in wardrobes plus ensuite and sliding door access to the beautiful outdoor surrounds. Three more bedrooms, two with large built in wardrobes, the other with built in storage/desk, a

TAKE time out from day to day life and take in the serene outlook over Nerong Inlet. James Murphy at Tea Gardens Real Estate is very pleased to offer to the market an absolutely magical place to call home set amongst other quality homes. 15 Heron Street, Nerong, is brilliantly positioned right on the waterfront at Nerong and would make an excellent

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RECENTLY renovated, this four bedroom home hits the market with a brand new kitchen, carpet and internal paint out. Located in the prestigious Myall Quays Estate, the grounds include a fabulous, solar heated, mineral fibreglass pool, extending onto a paved barbecue area and lush grass, perfect for entertaining and year long swimming. The large Queenslander room, with all weather Spanline blinds, also opens onto the side yard adding to the outdoor entertaining areas. With gated pathways up either side of the house all outdoor areas are accessible. The gardens are thriving and include a magical display of Clivias as well as an abundance of healthy plants. Open the front door to find a spacious entry with a generous theatre room to the right, bi-fold doors adding privacy when required. On the left is internal access to the garage which includes an extra storage cupboard built around the hot water tank, a handyman’s work nook and a third toilet. The garage also has pull down stairs to the internal roof for access and extra storage.

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Roos best of the bunch By Rachael VAUGHAN

KARUAH Roos presentation night was a great success, despite the long weekend and the school holidays pulling a few families away from being able to attend. Karuah Roos players, club members, volunteers, and their guests were treated to a roast dinner prepared by the club, and scrumptious desserts. Club representative Sonja Evans, the Club Coach and Club President Fiona Manton announced the award winners for the season, and thanked

everyone involved in the club for their efforts to make sure the season was a great success The Harold Evans Memorial for Rising Star Award went to Justin Anderson, and the Ben Jones Memorial Coaches Award went to Matthew Weatherall. The Ken Barry Memorial for Rookie of the Year went to Adam Crampton, and the Morten Family Club Man of the Year was awarded to Trent Hartup. The Timmy Greentree Memorial award for most tries was awarded to Luke Perry with 24 tries this season.

RSL Pairs Trophy Day Winners BOWLING

Tea Gardens Women’s Bowling Club By Lynda RICHARDS TUESDAY 26 September: Format for social bowls was three games of Fours. 18 ends. Great to be given the opportunity to bowl on the

q RSL Pairs Trophy Day runners up Bette Saillard and Lynne Green with RSL sub-branch President Michael Farrar. grass again. On Rink 9 Sheril Johnson, Bette Saillard, Wilma Drake and Deyonne Page had an 8 shot lead on the 8th end; this team continued to dominate play eventually winning by 11 shots. They defeated Dawn Jones, Bev Stephens, Dale Winter and Karen Green. The game on Rink 10 followed a similar pattern

Christine Fossey, Veronica Conaghan, Bev Rhodes and Karen McPhie had a solid lead from the beginning, eventually downing Pam Gilchrist, Robyn Webster, Carol Hayden and Nola Jackson by 13 shots. A much closer contest on Rink 11, Dawn May, Jill McBride, Olive McKeown and Wendy Brand led by 8 shots on the 4th end but this lead dwindled to 1 by the 11th end and eventually Bev Dunn, Francis Betar, Julie Kennedy and Lynne Green took the lead and came out winners. The final score 16 v 14. Winners on the day with the highest score were Christine Fossey, Veronica Conaghan, Bev Rhodes and Karen McPhie. Thursday 28 September: The RSL Pairs Trophy Day was held. Thanks to the RSL SubBranch for sponsoring this annual event, without your support Trophy Days like this would not be possible. Also thanks to RSL SubBranch president Michael Farrar for presenting prizes to the winners. Format for play three bowls Pairs, three games of 8 ends. Fourteen teams competing. Teams and game rotation were randomly selected. The winners were Bev

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Sam Croese took out the Ridgeway Brothers Best and Fairest, and also the Ridgeway Brothers Highest Points award, with Sam achieving 138 points. The Ridgeway Brothers Best Back went to Luke Perry, and the Ridgeway Brothers Best forward went to Ben Feeney. Most consistent player was Ben Feeney, and Player’s Player went to Luke Perry. Karuah Roos RLFC Secretary told News Of The Area, “This has been a good season, with both ups and downs.”

Rhodes and Robyn Webster and the Runners Up were Bette Saillard and Lynne Green. Well done ladies, the competition was fierce. Following play a delicious lunch was enjoyed the hard work of our Social Committee Dale Winter, Bette Saillard and Dianne Kiss. Ladies your contribution to the day was greatly appreciated. Thanks to all who helped out to make this say a great success. Next big event is our annual Oncology Day, Friday 6 October. Bowls will be played, raffles and a Tombola. All welcome. All proceeds are donated to the Mater Hospital Newcastle Oncology Ward.

Ladies Vets Results GOLF

Hawks Nest Golf Club By Jo WESTON Thursday 28TH September 1ST D. Frew 1 2ND S. Brownrigg 3 3RD P. WILLIAMS 9 4TH T. COLLINS 10 C/B Chips Ins D. Frew 15TH hole P. Dodd 2ND & Birdie B. Birminham 15TH

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“We started off shaky, but bit by bit we did it. Anyone wishing to play for the Karuah Roos next year is invited to keep checking for updates of registration via the

Club Facebook page, prior to the new season commencing in March 2018. Applications for the 2018 season Coach are also still open.

Stroke Results Hawks Nest Vets By Tony SMITH 26/9/2017 A Grade 1. Grant Watson 36

2. Greg Weeks 37.1 3. Ross Hutchinson 38.2

B Grade 1. John Keegan 36.3 2. Grahame Chapman 36.4 3. David Rimmer 38.2

28/9/2017 A Grade 1. Peter Nealon 65 2. Graeme Bramley 67 3. Denis Downie 69 4. Noel Warren Shelly 70 c/b 5. Peter Nummy 70

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NTP A 3rd Grant Watson 5th Graham Brydon 10th Ross Hutchinson 16th Ron Wright

Stroke Monthly Mug Myall Coast Vets By Tony SMITH

Applicants are invited to still apply, including their qualification and fee amount per season, to be sent to karuahroosrlfc@gmail.com 7 October 2017.

B Grade 1. Ken Hill 69 c/b 2. Ross Kirwan 69 3. Michael Ross 70 c/b 4. Jim McDonald 70 5. Craig Norman 71 c/b

C Grade 1. Joe Kaal, Visitor 69 c/b 2. Paul McLean 69

B Neil Clifton David Rimmer Graham Wilson Trevor Mansfield

GOLF 3. Michael Ritchie 70 4. Peter Ham 71 5. Brian A Johnson 72

NTP 10th A. David Powell B. Ross Kirwin 16th A. Bruce Clayton B. Bill Vandenberg Balls To. A. 67 c/b B. 76 C. 80 c/b

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Hawks Nest Bridge Club By Linda CONROY SO great to see some of our newer members featuring in the results and earning ABF Points. Monday 18 September (Howell) 1. Liz Caro & Trish Thatcher = 2. Gary Melrose & Adrian Ryan and Chez Rands & Leslie Falla 4. Sue Matheson & Carol Richards Handicap – Gary Melrose & Adrian Ryan.

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Friday 22 September N/S 1. Jo & John Younghusband 2. Chez Rands & Leslie Falla 3. Susan Helsen & Neryl Grehan E/W 1 Bea Treharne & Sue Matheson 2. Gordon Morrison & Rex Stoessiger 3. Adrian Ryan & Peter Parrett Handicap – Susan Helsen & Neryl Grehan. Monday 25 September (Howell) 1.Chez Rands & Leslie Falla 2.Liz Caro & Trish Thatcher 3 . Gordon Morrison & Rex

Stoessiger 4. Gordon Ingate & Grahame Brydon Handicap - Gordon Ingate & Grahame Brydon Friday 29 September N/S 1. Jo & John Younghusband 2. Elke Nemeth-Laky & Gary Melrose 3. Chez Rands & Leslie Falla E/W 1. Trish Thatcher & Mike Parfait =2. Pam & Breton Gibbs and Laurice & Dawn Chivers Handicap – Elke NemethLaky & Gary Melrose.

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BED Head / 2 side chests with drawer. Priced reduced $300 0428450925. Text for picture

BAR fridge, gurney pressure hose, lounge $35 each. Gardening D tools, framed OL pictures, childrensS books/fiction, wash mach, coffee tables, ladders. All cheap. Karuah. Ph 49975902 0428491076

CARAVAN Heavy duty rear bullbar. Fits 70s D Millard. spare OL antenna mounts. S Galvanised. $95ono 49817523

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

DARK Brown Leather Lounge with two matching chairs Very Good condition. $550 0427642075

EURO single Rowing Skiff Croker Blades VG cond, $2000 ono Ph 0418716225

FRONT door fly screen, heavy duty fancy shell motive, with key. $275 4997 0986

DESK computer corner desk with shelf and f/cab draw & cubboard $20 49847584

FLATTOP truck converstion to utility sides back and front $850 4997 0986

GOLF Clubs, Cougar Power Cat. Total set with new balls & tees. $350ono 0417221396

DINING Table 6 chrs, solid timber, as new, $100. LG front load, washing machine, ex. cond. $60, Ph. 0418413652

FRIDGE 2door h 166 w 76cm. Good Cond $125 ph 49810798 or 0410678958.

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BEER Fridge. Older type, good worker $70 0417787215 ANTIQUE Washstand 1930s, mableLD top, tiled back, restored, great SO cond $375. 49813060

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BROWN Leather 3piece suite. 3 seater dual recliner settee + 2 reclining chairs. V/gd cond $550 0427642075

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CAR roof racks Prorac Suit Outlander or similar $150 ph 0416229166 CAMEC caravan cover suit 18ft/20ft D van L SO $175. 0418632220

CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au CORNER unit, Oregon timber & leadlight glass, H-167cm x D-94cm x LD L –242cm SO$100. Old double school desk $100 4997 2302

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Local For Sale CONTINUED from previous page GRAMOPHONE wind up, good working cond, needles available. $500. Phone 4997 0986 HALL Cabinet. Price reduced to $800. Text for pictures. Solid Timber & Glass 1.85h x 1.68l x .45d. $990 0428450925 HOUSE bricks. Cream in colour. Sandstone retaining wall blocks Best offer. Raymond Terrace 0438074087 KING, AH Comfort Mattress. 0428450925 for pictures.

Beard Plush $1100. Email

KITE Surfer, Naish. Kite with harness & directional board. Used once. $950 Ph 0402290498

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SIX outdoor vinyl seat with back cushions, pastel blue with gold stripe, 50 cm wide x 100 cm long, never used cost $400 sell $295. Incl new outdoor table umbrella. Phone 49843494

SINGLE bed with mattress & accessories $150. 2 hall stands with matching coffee table $40each. Teac TV 8 mths old $200. 49828814

TRACKMASTER Sturt 4x4, 13’x 6’x6” Built Dec/ 2001, Rego 6/2018. Has Sugarglider Suspension, Electric Brakes,90 litre 3 Way Fridge,Tregg Hitch and mount for vechicle, 2x solar panels with battery management system,single battery/ and Anderson plug to connect to vechicle, 240/12V Inverter, 2 x 60 litre Water tanks /gauges. Many many more extras. Excellent condition. $26,500 49970960 or 0417419884.

QUINTREX DREAMRIDER 5.0 with FELK trailer, beamy aluminium specially strengthened Boatcoded hull in good condition with little use, fibreglass decking, hull recently two-pack coated. Requires motor and fit-out with much equipment provided incl custom underfloor fuel tank, flotation etc. This model renowned for stability & smooth ride. $OFFERS. Ph: 0418611988.

FORD Falcon sedan ‘04. 4L. 12mths rego 2new tyres & new w/ LD screen.SO vgood cond. AA58RN $3200ono Ph 0412334591

CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au SWINGING metal entrance gates with latches $300 4997 0986 TWO single pine LD beds, $70 SO pair or $40 each. 0432485966 TIMBER dining table w/ 6 chairs $500 ono Patchwork quilt set QS Cream $50 ono Tea Gardens 49198091 TYRE on steel rim. Yokohama Geolander as new 215/70R/16 $75. ph 0416229166

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WOODEN toys (lge), 8 semi trailers, 3 ride-on rocking horses suit LD up to age S5,O Will sell sep or together Ph 49817297

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Classifieds ads@mcnota.com.au PEARL mobility scooter, gd cond, very little use, new bat, dismantles, fit in medium size boot $1250 Ph 4997 0986 POOL table. Threequarter size, slate top 220 long 120 wide, excel cond $1500. 0404477158 SOFA bed, plush, black, one year old, bed used only once, $300 Ph 0427 204 450 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Email for Price & Proof

SINGER sewing machines 1 electric $290. 1 manual $240. Tanilba Bay 0434 022 073

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LOUNGE Two recliners $500. Top condition. Phone 49813784

MOBILTY Scooter Pride Celebrity X, battery charger, rear carry bag and front basket. $600. or near offer. 0414447820

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WESTERN red cedar blinds (x15), LD varySO Fingal Bay ing sizes 0409154184 $100

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LOBSTER brooch. Yellow gold, diamonds and rubies. Val ued at $2950. Sell for $1800. 0405203113

MASSAGE Couch (Solid) 75cm wide. Portable Aluminum. 3 fold Black New has not been opened. $180 Ph: 0428450925.

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Brand new Jason fitted single bed electric blanket. Still in the box. $35.00. Tevion 48cm (19”) HD LCD TV with DVD player. Buy $240.00. LD SellSO $150.00. Brand new Robot Vacuum Cleaner Buy $200.00, Sell $150.00. Honda model HRU216 DSU Lawnmower self propelled with grass catcher/ mulcher, Buy $1385.00, Sell $650.00. Phone 4997 9484. TOOLS, Fishing Gear, Extra Large Eski. 49849456 ANTIQUE kitchen cabinet 2 stained glass doors lined cool cupboard, 3 drawers, curved sides dark wood 1.63 h $450 Cedar Pew with bishop sides 220 wide, fr Hinton church good condition $500. 2 seater oak hall seat 2 drawers $150. Ph 49822004

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Caravans 11/2008 Windsor Rapid 19ft Caravan with full kitchen with plenty of storage space, has rear ensuite with separate shower/toilet & vanity, incl washing machine, solar panels, diesel heater in perfect condition.$35000 neg. Ph 0400788521. REDUCED: 17’ 6” Golf Pop Top Van. Tare 1180. 2001. 6mths Rego. $16,000 Ph 49979727 or 0429433103 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Email for Price & Proof

2010 Jayco Sterling 21.65-3 caravan, in as new cond, front leather lounge, 190Lt 2-door fridge, oven, microwave, water fitler, slide-out queen bed, full ens incl wash mach, rollout awn, solar, wineguard arial & TV. Non smoking original owners. Ready for any advertures. $42,500 Ring 4982 8321

REGENT Cruiser Caravan 16 FT Full Annex unused, Air Conditioned, Single Beds, Café Seating, Big Fridge, Excellent Condition. $19,000 Ph 0412683979 Classifieds ads@mcnota.com.au

Boats 21FT Trojan ally hull & D L$5500. trailer only Ph SO 0455173316 2003 475 Quintrex Coast R u n n e r with 80HP Johnson 4 stroke motor 141 hrs. Many Incls. Log book serv.Always garaged/ Fingal Bay One owner. $23,500 For further info call 0421 253 132 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Email for Price & Proof

CAMERON Off Road Camper. Ex Cond.Very little use.Many extras. Detail on enquiry. Reduced $10500. 0448237257

ALLY Craft Bermuda 560. Cutty. Full Camping cover 09 Optimax 90 HP. 74 hrs $19500 ono 0409384597

JAYCO Discovery 2011 17ft pop top. Only travelled 4k. Aircon & many extras $28,500 ONO Tanilba Bay 0434 022 073

KAWASAKI 550 Jet D Ski with trailer, OL Stand up, $800S49971651

OZTRAIL 7 Camper Ex cond. Garaged. Little use, w/annex, Soldiers Point. $2500. 49191121 or 0428491076 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Email for Price & Proof

REGENT Roystan Caravan 22’. Built September 2009. Rego NSW 9/2017. Complete with all necessary items for travel. Hot dipped Galvanise chassis. $40,000. Ph: 0417 224 017 Classifieds ads@mcnota.com.au

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QUINTREX V-nose punt 3.85m 15Hp Evinrude. Gd Cond. Reg. $2600ono Ph 0418 863 088 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Email for Price & Proof

STEGCRRAFT 15 footer, half cabin, runabout. 55hp Evinrude, both reg, $2600 ono. 49971651

TINNY Aluminium, new trailer, 15HP Yamaha only 8hrs running, $3500 ono 49973429

Vehicles 2000 Toyota Avalon, Gd cond, 248426klms, XTB282 $2800 Phone 0419210848 2003 Audi convertable. Auto. No rego. Runs well. Damaged interior. $7000 Ph 0412194099 2004 Toyota Camry Altise. 135klms reg April 2018. 1 owner excellent cond. ZFB-810 $6200 0412638 424 2006 Peugeot sports cabriolet NXP07T 11 mths rego 74,000 klms immaculate $9,000 0410454415 FORD Falcon sedan 2008 160,000klms. LD Rego Jan SO 2018. 4 new tyres. BI67WX.

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HONDA Civic 2006 Auto, 1 owner, D OL 2018. Rego tilSMay Only 32,000klms, $6500. EJ-177 Ph: 49198024

HOLDEN Viva Mech A1 auto, cruise control $5700 ono 0419031160 HONDA Legend 1991 Rego 3 Apr. 1 owner. LM-473 $6000 49828782

Work Wanted Garden Specialist Experienced & qualified horticulturist, ecologist is keen to tend to your garden. Call Chris 0419536636

Positions Vacant BUSY cafe in Tea Gardens requires casual staff. Must be available to work weekdays & weekends Experience preferred Ring Julie on 0459358074. Please leave a message if there is no answer.

Experienced Café Staff Wanted

You will need: • Friendly manner • Barista skills • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Ability to work weekends • Flexible hours Call Anne 0438822296 Farmhand Wanted Experienced or willing to learn. Ph Gabby 0417676190 HAIRDINKUMSTYLE at Hawks Nest is looking for a hairdresser, hours negotiable. All enquiries call Tammy on 0404473761 or email, Hairdinkumstyle@gmail.com

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Held Saturday, 9th September 2017 Declaration of Election

An election was held to elect 11 Councillors. I declare KEEGAN David McWILLIAMS Jan CHRISTENSEN Brad ROBERTS Len EPOV Peter FOWLER Troy BELL Kathryn PONTIN Claire WEST David SMITH Katheryn HUTCHINSON Karen elected as Councillors until the next ordinary election of the Council in 2020. Detailed results are available at www.votensw. info and for inspection at the council’s office. Gregory Cousins Returning Officer for Mid-Coast Council Tuesday, 19th September 2017

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Hawks Nest Ladies Golf Results

By Daniel SAHYOUN

ALMOST 70 bowlers descended onto the greens at Bulahdelah Bowling Club last week for the annual Queen of the Mountain Women’s Bowls tournament. Under the towering Alum Mountain, 22 teams from Karuah, Tea Gardens, Bulahdelah and further afield battled it out for the crown in the full day triples competition. The weather conditions proved to be a challenge, with gusts of wind testing the players throughout the two 15-end games. Bulahdelah Women’s Bowls President, Loretta Towers, said she was pleased with the standard of play. “It was quite enjoyable to watch,” she said. “On a whole, there was some good bowls played.” Loretta said scorekeeper Rodney Lansdowne, games organiser Val Lynch and umpire Ken Southern ensured the competition ran smoothly.

Hawks Nest Ladies Golf By Carol MAHER 23 Sept 2017 Stableford Div 1: Liz Ross (20) 37c/b R/u: Ann Morris (15) 37, Pat Dodd (27) 36 Div 2: Janet Merryweather (36) 40 R/u: Trish Sattler (32) 34, Betty Clinch (28) 33c/b Balls to 32 N.T.P 10th: Ann Morris, Trish Sattler

q Second Place: Marilyn Tunbridge, Brenda Dyer and Narelle Berridge from Harrington. Photo: Mary-Anne Cashman At the end of the day, Robyn McDonnell, Patricia Hartmann and Karen Mudford from Sporties Tuncurry won the crown and Queen of the Mountain title. Marilyn Tunbridge, Brenda Dyer and Narelle Berridge from Harrington

finished in second place narrowly ahead of clubmates Maureen Dart, Robyn Spek and Carol Holden. Loretta said the highlight of the competition, which has been running for almost a decade, continues to be the friendships formed between

the players. “It is great to get players from around the area together, it is always good be able to interact with the other clubs,” she said. “The good thing about the competition this year is that we had some younger

competitors take part who are normally unable to come down because of work commitments.” Loretta thanks all players and officials for contributing to the success of the day. “We hope to see everyone again next year,” she said.

26 Sept 2017 Par Div 1: Liz Ross (19) 0 R/u: Cheryl Foster (15) -1c/b, Marg Miller (22) -1 Div 2: Fran Henderson (27) -1 R/u: Carol Maher (24) -2c/b, Dale McClure (25) -2 Div 3: Nola Liubinskas (34) +2 R/u: Jeanette Patfield (41) +1, Jean Ryan (45) -3 Balls to -4c/b N.T.P 16th: Trish Collins, Fran Henderson, Elke NemethLaky

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