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By John SAHYOUN THE Bulla Artists Gallery, which is breathing new life into recycled materials, has recently opened its doors to the public. Operated by Joseph Barbera, the contemporary artist describes the gallery’s collection as “art, sculptures and oddities”. Joseph told News Of The Area, the use of salvaged materials in both the art works and construction of the gallery itself, makes it unique. “The whole building is done from recycled materials, the furniture I have built, the

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frames, my sculpturing, I like to use things that I find in the streets,” he said. “I use the timber from furniture that people have thrown away and make my mirrors, I like to rescue timber and do something

with it.” Joseph, who is a master of pastels and acrylics, said the Bulahdelah gallery “has been a long time in the making”. “I’ve been an artist for many years, I’ve now retired and I wanted a

THE generosity of the Hawks Nest/Tea Gardens community has once again been on show, with a bushfire appeal following the recent Sir Ivan Fire. Hardest hit were the areas of Dunedoo, Coolah and Cassilis where the cost has been enormous. The bushfires in February burnt out over 52,000 hectares of land, which is roughly twice the size of Newcastle. The village of Uarbry was gutted, a total of 35 homes were lost, more than 130 outer buildings including shearing sheds, machinery and hay sheds damaged and five thousand

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kilometres every seven minutes. Pip Sullivan, a regular visitor to the Myall, got together with Hawks Nest Golf Club Manager Richard Simmer and the Tea Gardens Country Club to pass the yellow bucket around. $1,500 was raised and local businesses also donated prizes for a raffle. “The money and donations were much appreciated and it is mind blowing the help and support we’ve received,” Joy Beams, co-ordinator of Country Women’s Association Appeal said. Eighty-five volunteers are still working in the area, replacing fencing and doing whatever they can to get the area back

on its feet. The CWA’s Joy Beams would like to thank the following businesses. The Tea Gardens Country Club, Tea Gardens Hotel Motel, Lazy Paddles Guided Tours and Kayak hire, Hawks Nest Golf Club, The Hawks Nest Veterans Golfers, Cole Bros Oysters Karuah, Queens Kitchen, Tea Gardens Bowling Club, Tillermans Restaurant, The BoatShed, Mumm’s On the Myall, Tea Gardens Fish CoOp and Hawks Nest Newsagency. For further information regarding the bushfire appeal contact Pip Sullivan on 0418 479 761.

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The gallery currently showcases Joseph’s artistic works, however there are plans for expansion, which could include featuring the works of other artists in the future. Bulla Artists Gallery is located at 47A Stroud Street in Bulahdelah and is open Thursday and Friday afternoons, and Saturday and Sunday from 9.30am to 4.30pm. Admission is free of charge.

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place to put all my art together,” he said. “The collection was kept locked up in my garage and all around the house, I was the only person looking at it so I wanted somewhere to display it.” With an extensive collection of paintings, sculptures and other pieces on show, Joseph said interest in the gallery was quickly growing, with many locals and tourists regularly visiting to admire the collection.

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Club on Saturday night were also selling fast. “It’s going to be a fabulous night with local band ‘Driftwood’ rocking the night away after a delicious two course meal,” Trevor said. “The dress code is ‘Nautical but Nice’ and there will be stacks of prizes for the best costumes, as well as a mega raffle with

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Tickets are available at both Tea Gardens and Hawks Nest pharmacies or at the door if still available. Retro snack plates and soft drinks will be available for purchase, and BYO wine is encouraged. Finally, the Grey Nomads Golf Tournament is back again on the Friday April 7. Best to check with the Hawks Nest Golf Club on 4997 0145 in regards to late registrations.

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Mr Campbell claimed he was owed a debt by Austar Finance. He issued a Statutory Demand to wind it up. Austar commenced Court proceedings to set aside the Demand. Its solicitor ‘served’ the Court documents both by facsimile and by email. The evidence showed there was a problem with the facsimile transmission and the Court was not satisfied that the documents had been served by fax.

Email The next issue was, therefore, whether the documents had been ‘served’ by email. That involved technical evidence about how emails are transmitted, and how and where they are stored. Austar’s technical expert said that the email would have been received by Mr Campbell, and sitting in his in box, within 5 minutes of being sent. The Court did not accept that evidence. Because of the way Mr Campbell’s email account was hosted, the Court was not satisfied that any email serving Court

documents was actually received by him (as opposed to his email hosting service) within the timeframe required. It decided the documents had not been ‘served’ - which meant that Austar’s case was dismissed.

Lessons If there is doubt, for example whether the email is on the addressee’s computer, or whether it might actually be on the email host service server (with just a link telling the addressee an email had been transmitted) that may not be enough. If Court documents are served either by facsimile or email it must be shown they have actually been received in a readable form by the person to be served So, if you need to serve Court documents, we suggest that unless you get an actual acknowledgement of receipt of a facsimile or email, it is prudent to also serve the documents personally or by post, where possible, to ensure you can prove they have been ‘received’. If you can’t prove this, the consequences could be fatal to any application: Austar Finance Group Pty Ltd v Campbell [2007] NSWSC 1493

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Kirra-lea donates her locks By Daniel SAHYOUN

KIRRA-LEA Rooney donated over 45 cms of her long, straight, blonde hair to charity last week to be made into a wig for young cancer patients. But simply donating her ponytail wasn’t enough for the thoughtful six-year-old, who also raised over $1,000 for Variety – the Children’s Charity along the way. The youngster’s selfless act attracted the attention of Prime News who arrived at Razors Edge Hair Studio in Bulahdelah to film the golden locks being chopped off. “I don’t know why everyone was making a such big fuss about me having my hair cut,” Kirra-Lea told News Of The Area. “All I was doing was helping some sick girls by giving them some of my hair.” In front of her proud parents Melissa and David, brother Braydan and extended family, hairdresser Renee Ballantine snipped the long locks off before giving Kirra-Lea a completely new style.

“I love it, it looks amazing, Renee did a really great job,” Kirra-Lea said. “It feels short, but I can still swish it around a bit and flick it from side to side.” Kirra-Lea made the decision to donate her hair after visiting sick children in hospital and seeing many girls who had lost their own. Mum Melissa, said KirraLea instantly wanted to give them some of her hair, to help them feel more confident after having treatment for cancer. “She just wants them to feel special, like a princess with beautiful long hair,” Melissa said. “We are just so proud of her, she has a very kind, loving heart.” Although Kirra-Lea loves her new short cut, the bubbly youngster said she can’t wait for it all to grow back. “I want to keep growing my hair and donate it four more times,” she said. “I just want to help more girls who don’t have any of their own.” Kirra-Lea’s hair is now on its way to the Wigs for Kids Charity.

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q Prime News at Razors Edge Hair Studio, all set to film Kirra-Lea Rooney’s locks being lopped by stylist Renee Ballantine. Photo: Supplied

Rate Rise Talks

Although rate rises for merged councils were debated in Parliament last week, Myall Lakes MP Stephen Bromhead said “there is no rate rise” for MidCoast residents at this point. By Daniel SAHYOUN

ALTHOUGH rate rises for merged councils were debated in Parliament last week, Myall Lakes MP Stephen Bromhead said “there is no rate rise” for MidCoast residents at this point. “Rate rises will not be granted automatically, it is up to MidCoast Council to apply to the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART), and it is then up to IPART to look at the evidence

and make a determination,” Mr Bromhead told News Of The Area. The MP was speaking in relation to the Local Government Amendment (Rates – Merged Council Areas) Bill 2017. The Bill provides rate protection for residents in merged council areas for four years, however an amendment will give MidCoast Council the ability to apply for a Special Rate Variation. “Nobody wants to pay

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more rates, but the reality is that there is a $200m backlog, which is recognised by everyone in the NSW Parliament,” Mr Bromhead said. Prior to the amalgamation, Greater Taree had applied for a rate rise of around 50 percent, Gloucester wanted a 40 percent rate hike and Great Lakes had requested 20 percent. “The amalgamation stopped those rate rises from going ahead,” Mr Bromhead said.

“At the same time, MidCoast Council recognised that there was a significant infrastructure backlog.” Mr Bromhead said without an increase in rates, in three years’ time, MidCoast ratepayers “would fall off a financial cliff” when faced with a significantly higher rate rise. The MP stated the “modest proposal” was for an increase of five per cent, including the rate peg, each year over a four-year period. “If the Council decides to take the rate variation application to IPART and it is approved, it will be able to get on with the backlog of roads and bridges so urgently needed in the area,” he said. The Bill and its amendments have bipartisan support across the Parliament.

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Marathon ‘Feat’ WHEN Jay Allen strode into Barangaroo at the southern end of the Harbour Bridge last Sunday, he completed a feat that few of us could match. He’d walked 12 hundred kilometres from Brisbane to Sydney in 29 days. Jay’s aim had been to

raise money for Melanoma research, a cause close to his heart. A Melanoma survivor himself, his diagnosis, treatment and survival eight years ago was life changing on every level. He went from being a truck driver to working for the Melanoma Institute in Sydney.

His mentor and hero is the Institute’s Chairman Reg Richardson. “I harassed him till he gave me a job,” Jay told News Of The Area. Jay’s epic journey also took him through the Myall and led to an outpouring of support both emotional and financial. “I’m amazed at the

generosity,” Jay said. He sends his thanks to the many businesses and locals in the Tea Gardens/Hawks Nest area who donated $1,000 to his Melanoma March. Jay’s goal was to reach $250,000 for the Melanoma Institute, a goal he appears set to achieve. He’s not done walking either. “Can’t wait to get back to the Institute to get started on another plan for another walk.”

OVER the past three years, Estia Health Tea Gardens has opened their meeting room doors free of charge for Tea Gardens Parkinson’s Disease Support Group. An affiliate of Parkinson’s NSW, the group members are made up of carers, family and those going through Parkinson’s themselves. “We are so grateful. They make us feel at home,” shared Coordinator of the group, Garry Boyd said. With the group having previously held meetings at their own homes and needing to organise the catering themselves, it became quite a

big event to coordinate for the group. “And a tight fit too!” joked Garry, “As we often have about 15 of our members attend.” With meetings on the first Monday of every second month, the Estia Health home has been thrilled to support the group with a private and comfortable space which they can share their stories, resources and helpful advice. “This Estia home really has been just wonderful to us, and I’m not just saying that to butter them up,” Garry said. Having Parkinson’s himself, Garry has also appreciated the courteous

nature and layout of the single level home. “Nothing is ever too much of a bother for Sue in reception,” he said. “And to have Amanda cater for us so beautifully at their cafe, it takes the burden from us a great deal.” “To be able to provide a space for a cause we greatly care about, as well as help our local community, we can’t imagine anything better,” Executive Director at Tea Gardens, Jenny Armstrong said. If you know of a local community group in need of a meeting room, please feel free

to contact the home, which is happy to accommodate if it can. Estia Health Tea Gardens invite local residents to their World Parkinson’s Day Morning Tea on 11 April from 10.30am - 12.00pm. There are a variety of cakes and scones and beverages as well as an Easter raffle for all attendees. Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Parkinson’s Support Group for Parkinson’s NSW. Please RSVP by Tuesday 4 April on (02) 4919 7000 or email TeaGardens@ estiahealth.com.au.

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After sweltering through one of the hottest summers on record with below average rainfall in the Myall Coast Region, the stormy month of March has gone down as was one of the wettest in history.

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AFTER sweltering through one of the hottest summers on record with below average rainfall in the Myall Coast Region, the stormy month of March has gone down as was one of the wettest in history. Raincoats and umbrellas were essential items, with rain falling on 23 of the 31 days of the month in many parts of the region. The Bureau of Meteorology said 361 mms of rain was recorded at Crawford River, the second highest March total since observations began at the location in 2002. The record of 447 mms

was set in 2005. Further north, 503 mms of rain was recorded at Cabbage Tree Mountain in the Upper Myall, smashing the previous March record of 428 mms. After the dry summer, the March deluge was welcomed by property owners and farmers who have reported overflowing tanks and lush green pastures. The wet month was also met with delight from many of the region’s youngest residents, with the rain providing hours of outdoor fun. “I like jumping in the muddy puddles when it rains,” five-year-old Abbiegail

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Ray said. “I like to wear my raincoat and play in the mud and water,” Andrew Kent told News Of The Area. But don’t put away those

brollies and gumboots just yet, as more rain is on the way. According to the BoM, the wet conditions are likely to continue throughout April,

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Hop into the Library By Margie TIERNEY

THE school holidays are almost upon us and once again the Tea Gardens Library has some fun activities to keep your children entertained. ‘’As Easter falls in the middle of the holidays, we’re going to do an Easter craft afternoon before the long weekend,” Librarian Carol Johnson told News Of The Area. “We’ve got lots of craft planned, everything from an

Easter basket to an Easter card.” “It’s all easy cardboard craft, cut, paste, glue, glitter and good fun.” News Of The Area has it on good authority from the Easter Bunny, that there will be a surprise at the end of the activity. The craft afternoon is suitable for children of all ages and is free of charge. But with only 20 spaces available, bookings are essential.

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The Easter craft day is on Wednesday 12 April between 2.30pm and 3.30pm. To book your spot, go to: midcoast.greatlakes.nsw.gov. au/library/events. Just a reminder that over the school holidays there will be no ‘Homework Help’ on Wednesday afternoons. Tea Gardens Library will also be closed on Good Friday April 14, Easter Saturday 15 April and Easter Monday 17 April.

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FROM the Hawks Nest Tea Gardens Progress Association meeting Patricia Garrard presented on behalf of the Winda Woppa Association. Ms Garrard, Keith Hewish and Norm Nolan met with Daniel Aldridge on 6 March with discussion focused on scouring of Jimmy’s Beach with associated issues of sand dredging and renourishment,

design and installation of the sand transfer system. There was a request to reposition the Hazard Lines to the eastern face of The Boulevarde prior to the enactment of the State Environment Protection Plan in Feb/March. There was discussion around the issues of inundation of The Boulevarde

with sand during large winds and Council’s plans to provide an effective barrier in the future The group escorted Daniel to the most severely affected area on The Boulevarde. Other discussion included the planned MCC Consultative Group etc. and the new MCC organisational structure.

q EASTER CRAFT: Librarian Carol Johnson.

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Pollie at the Pub Myall Lakes MP Stephen Bromhead hosted ‘Pollie In The Pub’ at Bulahdelah’s Plough Inn Hotel By Daniel SAHYOUN

MYALL Lakes MP Stephen Bromhead hosted ‘Pollie In The Pub’ at Bulahdelah’s Plough Inn Hotel last Friday evening. A small but passionate group of community members met with Mr Bromhead for an informal discussion around issues important to them. Mr Bromhead told News Of The Area that the predominant topics of discussion have been roads and greyhounds. Legislation to repeal the greyhound ban and implement all but one of the 122 reforms, was introduced in Parliament last week.

Myall Lakes MP Stephen Bromhead, with his wife Sue, at Bulahdelah Plough Inn Hotel.

“What it means for Greyhound owners is that they do have a future, that they’re now part of an industry that wants to reform, that wants to be sustainable, and I think it is an exciting time for them,” Mr Bromhead said. “There is a lot involved in the reduction of breeding, the life cycle

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tracking of every dog, and improving safety of the tracks to lower the risk of injury to the greyhounds.” Mr Bromhead said the reforms also include stronger penalties and lifetime bans for those who do the wrong thing, Other topics discussed with the local member included policing

throughout the state, council amalgamations and Gonski funding. The National Party MP said his series of pub chats have been well received throughout the electorate. “It’s another way of engaging with the community to listen to what they have got to say,” Mr Bromhead said.

“I do an electorate tour three or four times a year, sometimes I have a crowd, sometimes it is just a few, so I thought that I would speak to people in the pubs and see what the issues are.” Mr Bromhead has so far visited five of the region’s pubs on the tour.

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By Margie TIERNEY NEWS Of The Area would like to take you on a trip down memory lane with a Tea Gardens local for whom history is a way of life. Eighty-year-old Jan Winn’s family first came to the area back in the 1880s. Five generations of Jan’s family, including herself and her children, also went through the local primary school. “The Primary School actually started in Hawks Nest in 1877 on Moira Parade on the banks of the river,” Jan said. “At one time they had a big boat they called ‘The Schooler’ and they used to row over from Hawks Nest and pick up the kids from Tea Gardens and take them back.” “Of course when it was bad weather they couldn’t go to school.”

140 years on and Tea Gardens Primary is about to celebrate the 40th anniversary of its annual Easter Art and Craft Expo. Jan tells the story of how it started through the efforts of the Principal at the time, Evette Barwick. “Evette Barwick was transferred from Junee to Tea Gardens in 1977,’’ Jan said. “She had the horse float behind the car full of gear and she came to the top of the big hill up there and she said, “Oh my God they’ve sent me to heaven,” Jan recalled. The two women immediately became lifelong friends through their love of art and craft and their passion to raise money for the school. “At the very last minute, when we were trying to get the catalogues together, it was frantic,” Jan said. “You’d be using an

ordinary old typewriter and roneoing it all off, it was hard work.” Jan Winn’s passion for art has never waned. She still holds a weekly china painting group at her home. Jan is also hoping to make it to the School Art and Craft Show starting on Thursday 13 April. “I’ve only missed two,” she said. The Tea Gardens Primary Art and Craft Expo is on every day over the Easter long weekend. For more information or to find an entry form for your art or craft creation go to h t t p : / / w w w . teagardens-p.schools.nsw. edu.au/paint-thetown-read.

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Mrs RL Medowie Dear RL, WHEN Easter buns started hitting the supermarket shelves not long after Boxing Day, that was the line in the sand that made it clear that retail expectations were totally out of sync with reality. I mean it’s bad enough that there are sales right after Christmas with disco light popcorn makers that result in third degree burns and epileptic fits (now half price). But the added pressure of Easter buns? Sheer madness, Mrs RL. Whatever way you sway in a spiritual sense, Easter should be all about family and thankfulness. You cannot, of course, look like the family in the advertising brochures, because they are in a studio with soft lighting and silk pyjamas and a husband holding a tray of croissants with jam, his rippled torso stretching out to reach for a Bilby for little Miriam. That’s not reality, Mrs RL. Reality is making up impossible clues to find Easter eggs to teach the kids some good old Ricky Resilience. Reality is having the dog’s stomach pumped because he started the egg hunt two hours before the family. Reality is putting on two kilos in 24 hours and then lining up for a baked dinner. And there’s something kind of wholesome in that, something that the advertising gurus will never capture. If they could bottle it, they would. Carpe diem, Jasminda.

cooking. A motion was moved to no longer hold the Street Stalls that have been our main source of income, but every member was willing to make a $10 donation each month instead. It was also decided to hold a raffle on the fourth Saturday

of the month. The winner of the Barry’s Butcher Voucher for our March raffle was won by John Ireland. We hope you will continue to support us, as we try to contribute towards the purchase of equipment for the hospital.

OPINION We may not have patients in beds, but we do have a lot of people using the facility every day, and Kath Westwood and her staff are very grateful for the help we give.

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TWO brand options have been developed to represent MidCoast Council as part of the ongoing process to define, ‘What is MidCoast?’ Council is now asking for feedback on the options, and expects the preferred design to be ready for rollout at the end of April. “We’d really like to hear from as many people in our community as possible about the proposed concepts, so they can take ownership of our new identity,” Council’s Communications Coordinator Donna Hudson said. A video presentation on Council’s website explains the concept behind each design, stating the colours in the first option represent the natural environment. The cluster of shapes shows the new region coming together and the “organic drawing style portrays the relaxed, down to earth lifestyle”. The second option is “all about people and place.” The logo design colours are inspired by the bush and is described as “relaxed and unpretentious” to show that MidCoast Council is about more than just the delivery

of services. Council began the process to develop the brand identity in October last year, and have based the design concepts on community feedback provided from surveys, and from workshops across the region. “We’ve always known that people who live here are passionate about their region and this really came out in our conversations with community,” Donna said.

“Across the region, people told us both what they value about living here and what unique characteristics they believe make up our region.” Donna said the feedback has not only informed the two brand concepts currently on display, but will also be used to develop Council’s Community Plan. The video presentation explaining the brand options and a short online survey can be viewed by visiting

Council’s website at www. m i d c o a s t . n s w. g o v. a u / Identity. Alternatively, information and surveys are available in all Council libraries and customer service centres. Council said there will be further opportunities for residents to chat with MidCoast staff about the new brand and new Community Strategic Plan throughout the coming months.

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Council Raises Dorney’s Bridge Midcoast Council bridge crews completed construction on the new Dorney’s Bridge at Markwell last month.

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MIDCOAST Council bridge crews completed construction on the new Dorney’s Bridge at Markwell last month. The new concrete structure replaces an aging timber bridge that had deteriorated over the years, and had reached the end of its serviceable life. Local resident Glen Dorney told News Of The Area, the old bridge had been there for longer than he can recall. “It was there for at least 90-years, the old timers told me they can remember it when they were young,” he said. “The old wooden one flooded about three or four times a year, and eventually, it just fell to bits.” MidCoast Council Manager of Operations (South) Jamie Condie, said the new bridge has been lengthened and raised by about one metre, which will reduce the frequency of it becoming flooded during

heavy rains. “With the new design we’ve been able to facilitate a more natural flow path for the waterway, which will ultimately help improve the natural environment in this area,” he said. “The new bridge provides a smoother and safer driving surface and will serve the local community for years to come, with far lower ongoing maintenance costs.” Mr Dorney told News Of The Area, his extended family has had a long association with the Markwell area. “My great, great, grandfather Daniel Dorney was the first to settle in this part of the region,” he said. “Our family has always owned the land on the northern side of the river, and that’s why the bridge has always been known as Dorney’s Bridge.” According to MidCoast Council, almost 40 percent of all bridges across the region are timber. “Their age and condition often means ongoing repairs,” Mr Condie said.

q Three Generations: Lewis, Gary, Lester, Glen, Michael, Irene and Helen on the new Dorney’s Bridge.

“One of our priorities is to minimise maintenance costs by replacing them with newer, concrete structures.” The replacement of Dorney’s Bridge is part of MidCoast Council’s commitment to improving infrastructure across the region.

q Three Generations: Michael, Glen, Irene, Helen, Lester, Gary and Lewis on the new Dorney’s Bridge.

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6 Central Avenue, BUNDABAH Price: $338,000 SITUATED a short stroll to the Bundabah waterfront where one can launch a boat or go fishing, this home is perfect for the young family or those looking for a holiday home. A level block of approx 1012 sqm, the home has a deck at the front with views to the water enter into the open plan living and dining area. The area features floorboards and a slow combustion stove. The kitchen is a contemporary white and has a breakfast bar, dishwasher and a tiered pull out pantry. The dining area features built in cabinetry for additional storage & bar service. The property features three double

Contemporary Home on Acres 440 Squires Road WOOTTON Price: $699,000 SET back from the road, this contemporary four bedroom home offers privacy and seclusion. The timbered home is made from brush box trees, with many still remaining on the property. Inside the home, the open plan living and lounge are perfect for family time. Surrounded by a wide wrap around verandah, the home features original vintage kitchen from Coolongolook public school with a vintage fuel stove, large family bathroom

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Australian SLSC Championships By Margie TIERNEY

MEMBERS of the Tea Gardens Hawks Nest Surf Life Saving Club headed north last week to compete in the Australian Surf Life Saving Championships on the Gold Coast. “It’s the pinnacle of the sports competition nationally, and the largest sporting event held in Australia outside of the Commonwealth Games,” long time member Peter Rogers said. After an extremely successful State Titles, including the club’s first ever Surfboat Gold Medal, the TGHN Beach team and the Masters Surfboat “Long Strokers” went to Kirra still on a high and again they came

home with medals. “With a high number of Queensland crews competing in conditions they are more used to, it was always going to be difficult, but the Long Strokers did themselves and the club proud,” Peter told News Of The Area. “In tricky Queensland surf conditions, with the cyclone approaching, the “Long Strokers” Surfboat crew of Andrew Stubbs, John Estens, Peter Larkin and Ian Sunner missed the semifinals by a single point after three challenging rounds of competition.” “They did, however, out row far more fancied competition including the NSW State Gold Medallists in their age division.”

On the sand, better things were yet to come. Jan and Tony Logue again dominated. Tony Logue won silver in the one kilometre beach run. Jan Logue cleaned up taking out Bronze in the one kilometre beach run, Silver in the beach sprint and Silver in the beach flags. Andrew Stubbs made the two kilometre Beach Run Australian Final coming fifth. “A magnificent achievement again for a club competing against others with far greater sponsorship and membership numbers,” Peter said. “We’re looking forward to continued success in the 2018 season.’’

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Tea Gardens Hawks By Neil REYNOLDS THE Tea Gardens Hawks good early form in trials was bought back to earth by a gritty Maitland United side on Sunday. A convincing win by 40 points to 6 against Central Coast Rugby Leagues’ Woy Woy reserve grade had the Hawks on a high going into the first competition round. Trial form did not phase MU, who fielded a team of

players willing to put their body on the line all day. United got out to a 10 point lead in the first half, before the Hawks crossed for a converted try minutes before the half time bell. The Hawks mistake rate in attack, continued into the second half, placing pressure on their defensive structure. Led by Brooke Roach and Anthony Cameron, some intensive defence resulted in three unanswered tries in the first twenty minutes of the

second half. A comfortable 24 point to 10 score line was reduced by United with two converted tries. The Hawks survived a nail biting finish, to win by 24 points to 22. Tries scored for the Hawks were by Jack Beverley, CJ Misifosa, Regan Hunter, and Davis Edmonds. Jack Beverley kicked two goals, while Jade Duroux and Kurtis Langdon kicked one each. Best in defence was awarded to Brooke Roach. Best in attack was David Edmonds who stamped his return to the Hawks with a non-stop effort. Edmonds was

q AUSTRALIAN TITLES: Back Row Ian Sunner, Stephen Howell, John Estens, Peter Larkin, Ian Dunlop. Front row Tony Logue, Jan Logue, Andrew Stubbs.

also voted the “Supporters” choice. In a blockbusting effort, CJ Misifosa won the Referees Best and Fairest points, along with the “Players Player” vote. Kurtis Langdon also featured in the awards points. Jason Purdon took the ball to the line with intent. Regan Hunter and Nathan Ruses’ work rates were high. Steve Slee’s direction around the park was highlighted by a timely 40/20 result that led to a Hawks try. The Hawks will be at home against a rejuvenated North Newcastle Bluebags on Sunday at Myall Park at 2pm. A full draw is available on the sporting pulse website.

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Lakeside. It was secured by several multiple tags from players, including Taylah Cooke, Arianna Te Raki, Clarrisa Mitchel, and Lelani White. Christine Carter played a strong all round game. The Lady Hawks will be on display against Waratah Mayfield at Myall Park on Sunday April 9th. 1pm kickoff. Don’t forget the Hawks Supporters Club 2017 memberships are now available. The cost will remain at $25 a single, or $45 for a family. Rob Smith has cards available now. Contact Dakka on 0408 434593

Rugby League Jnr Zone Try Out By Margie TIERNEY

q ZONE TRY OUTS: Back: Tye Carter, Dom Lagudi, Front: Lilly-Anne White and Sophie Frazer.

A date to note is a planned and long overdue old boys weekend. “Back to the Nest” is programmed for May 20th. Details will be on the Hawks Tea Gardens Facebook page. The “Tea Gardens Engineering” Lady Hawks won their first competition game by 20 points to four against Maitland United. Lisa Braddick, Megan Markham, Amy McKeough, and Reanna Betwell scored tries. Samara Davidson kicked two goals. Following trials against Woy Woy and Raymond Terrace the ladies were well prepared. A dominant defensive effort from the girls against the Terrace gave them a 20 point to ten win at

THE local footy season kicked off last weekend but sadly without a Myall River Juniors team. The call went out for more players but they came up three short. “It’s sad considering it would have been their fifth season and they were minor and major premiers only two seasons ago,” Ngaire White

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said. It’s very disappointing as well for the four local players who were chosen to play for Port Stephens in the recent Zone competition. Dom Lagudi, Lilly White, Sophie Frazer and Tye Carter spent two weeks travelling back and forth to Tanilba Bay for training. Then it was off to Salamander Bay for the Zone Competition joining around

100 other youngsters all vying for a spot in a Regional team. ‘’The kids played great, they played three games, first one went down two tries to one, second game they drew and third game they won, one try to zero,” Ngaire said. “Tye Carter played a fourth game in a make up team on the day against Cessnock.” “No one made it to the possible or probable but they all enjoyed being out on the field playing rugby league again.”

The second last Hawks Nest Golf Club Fishing outing was held 31 March - 2 April 2017.

Hawks Nest Golf Club Social Club Golf By Luke BOYD

THE second last Hawks Nest Golf Club Fishing outing was held 31 March - 2 April 2017. The last fishing weekend outing is going to be held 21 - 23 April 2017, don’t miss it. Get ready for the new

season with the first fishing outing for the new season commencing 12 - 14 May 2017. The weather was varied from rain, wind and sunshine, leaving all options available including estuary, beach and bluewater all depending on your timing. The fishing weekend

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winning angler and men’s division winner was Robert Bartlett catching some flathead, tailor, bream and a tarwhine. The men’s division runner up angler was Trevor Peirson who caught very large bream and tailor. The ladies division fishing outing angling winner was

Gail Bartlett catching bream, tailor and a whiting. The ladies division runner up angler was Carol Hunt who caught some great bream. The mystery fish drawn was a whiting and was won with a great specimen weighed from Gail Bartlett. Great Angling.

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q Trevor Peirson displaying some great bream he caught.

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Hawks Nest Golf Club Social Club By Luke BOYD THE great fishing challenge weekend was held 24th 26th March 2017 against Narrabeen RSL Fishing Club. The weather took a change for the better and blue water, rock, beach and estuary anglers were all in for a treat. Ultimately there can be only one winner of the 2017 fishing challenge. Narrabeen RSL Fishing Club earned 3170.3 points

against Hawks Nest Golf Club Social Club Fishing Club 2821.7 points giving Narrabeen the 2017 Fishing Club Shield. Over the fourteen years the inter club competition has been running, the scores are seven wins for each team making next year a very competitive year. The whole weekend was a very close competition with some impressive catches from both teams. There were three new club yearly records with species including bream 1.09 kg - Marion Smith (Hawks Nest), Flounder - Allan Crittoden (Hawks Nest) and

Hawks Nest Vets Stroke Hawks Nest Vets By Tony SMITH

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A Grade 1. Bruce Clayton 35.4 2. Tony Ward 36.4 3. Alan Townsend 37.2

B Grade 1. Albert Adamson 39.7 2. Michael Ritchie 41.3 3. Brian Swift 41.7

Winner of A Grade Bruce Clayton

THURSDAY 30 March 2017 played host to the Hawks Nest Golf Club Social Club weekly social darts evening. The Peirson family were a stand out in the final

NTP A 3rd Greg Everingham 5th Mac Colville 10th Mick Talty 16th Don Henderson NTP B Barry Whiteman Paul McLean John Pegus Michael Ritchie

Winner of B Grade Albert Adamson.

Darts Winners Hawks Nest Golf Club Social Club By Luke BOYD

a Long Tom - Rob Henry (Hawks Nest). Both teams had some very good anglers with Hawks Nest Golf Club winning three of the four men’s and ladies division winners and runner up positions. The Interclub Fishing Challenges Ladies division winner was Jessica Slow (Hawks Nest), scoring 120.2 well earned points, catching some great bream and a mulloway. The ladies division runner up was Karen Glynn (Hawks Nest), with another very good score of 112 points, catching bream and flathead.

results with husband and wife winning the men’s and ladies’ highest score competitions. The mixed doubles team winners for the evening were Darren Rapley and Kumaresh John Harvey. The mixed doubles runner-up team players were Lyn Peirson and David

The men’s division runner up was Mathew Tubs (Narrabeen) scoring 218.9 points catching a great swag of fish including tailor, bonito, tragelin, snapper and flathead. The Interclub Challenge winning angler and men’s division winner was Andrew Sharp, scoring a mammoth 230.9 points with species caught including whiting, bream, flathead, tailor and a mulloway. The annual event was a roaring success and the fifteenth annual Interclub competition will be held in 2018. Great Angling.

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q Hawks Nest Golf Club Fishing President Jim McDonald congratulating and handing over the perpetual shield to Narrabeen RSL Fishing President Steve Law.

Busy time on dry(ish) greens Karuah RSL Men’s Bowls Club By Trevor DAVIES A VERY mixed bag for bowlers at Karuah. The weather finally cleared, the greens dried out (a bit) and bowls and bowlers again graced the greens. We had a Ladies pennant team have a big win at home, a mid week Men’s team pipped at the post away at Soldiers Point, followed by the same thing happening to our Ladies team. Both Men’s Teams had good wins at home against Lemon Tree Passage, and away at Stockton. Pennants aside, the Men’s social comp got serious with some very high standard bowls played. Ben and Trevor played above themselves to beat

Gordon and Bill on the last end, while all the other games were likewise close and very competitive. The Club Championship pairs comp saw the inner gorillas get a run and half of the Clubs Men’s Pairs teams were eliminated after some excellent games. The teams that are left play off over the next few weeks, immortality beckoning for the eventual winners with their name to be posted up on the honour boards in glory for evermore. More social and pennant games are scheduled. Club champions like Gordon Latimore and Stewart Bagnall, shown in the photo (where Gordon is about to deliver another winning bowl, while Stewie walks away from his mat in disgust!) will

have to step up again. The chips (and bowls) will fall where they may, let’s just hope that they fall right next to the Jack. Great bowling can still be watched from the verandah at the RSL Tuesday and Thursday mornings, and with Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday afternoons games, vocal and parochial crowds have been increasing each week supporting their local teams. If you are brave enough to try something new come along Sunday mornings to try a free beginners session or a social game for $5.00. Don’t stop at watching on Tuesday and Thursday mornings, get your name in by 9.30am and play at 10.00am.

DARTS Robertson. The ladies’ highest score competition winner was Lyn Peirson achieving 125 well earned points. The men’s highest score competition winner was Trevor Peirson achieving 140 well earned points. Great Darts. q Gordon Latimore on the mat at Stockton, Stewart Bagnall walking away and Brendon Revell in the distance visualising his next shot.

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q Mixed doubles winners: Kumaresh John Harvey and Darren Rapley very pleased with their win.

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performed strongly. “The course was challenging because of its wet conditions,” Shae told News Of The Area. “The first hill had an incline of around 60 degrees, so that was a very tough start.” Carnival organiser Mr Bob McCann, said the course was one of the most

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challenging they have ever run. “We made the course tough to sort the runners out, and also, when they get to zone, they will find it a little bit easier,” he said. “There were some really good performances on the day, particularly from Blake Richardson and Brendan Mason, who were first over the line, and there were some promising Year 7 students who also did really well.” In the primary section, Peter Poniris, Josie Morgan, Nate Reitsma and Ruby

Plummer sped home to victory in the junior divisions. Cole Buchanan, Sasha Middleton, Matthew Spiteri and Maddi Tassell were in top form and outclassed the field in the senior primary age-groups. Mr McCann will accompany a squad of 30 students who will be competing at the Secondary Zone Cross Country Carnival in Wingham this week. The Primary Zone Carnival will be contested on 4 May.

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The Mighty Dolphins

BOWLING Tea Gardens Men’s Bowling Club By The JAFFA

29 March The weather was hot and humid today with 36 players competing in the Wednesday Gala day. Play reverted to two games of 12 end Triples as the Mighty Dolphins Grade 4 side played away at Carrington. The winners were decided by 20 points for a win plus ends won. Two teams scored 53 points and the winners were decided on a countback. The team of Dennis Wilberforce, Tom Short and Dennis Ashbridge won the money just edging out Lance Atkins, Bruce Everitt and Pip Sullivan. Next week will revert to one game of 18 ends commencing at the earlier time of 9.00 for 9.30 start. The Mighty Dolphins Mid–week Pennant Grade 4 side played away at Carrington this week. After trouncing Carrington at home in the first round, they found the conditions reversed playing at Carrington. It would be true to say that they had a rough time. The “green”, I use the term loosely, was more in

keeping with a grazing sheep and was so slow that players delivering a bowl found it more likely to end closer to them than at the jack end. Finesse, touch and bias went out the window and was replaced with brute strength more reminiscent of ten-pin bowling or a game of cricket. Two teams went close to skittling all the “pins”. The Danny Johnson four lost by 4 shots 18-22 and the “Houdini Four” remain unbeaten, plugging away to achieve a 19-19 draw. The Mark Hair team were never in the game going down 11-34. Carrington won the match 75-48. Ouch! The 4’s can look forward to a “proper” game of bowls next week when they play the Water Board BC at home. 31 March No Fabulous Friday Open Pairs this week. The game was washedout. Play will resume next Friday, weather permitting. 1 April Round 5 of the Saturday Pennant competition was played today with mixed results. The Mighty Dolphins Grade 3 side continued on their unbeaten way with a great win, 77-53, over Boolaroo BC at home. The Steve Pell team made a wonderful comeback, after

trailing 14-23 at the 18th end, by pulling off an amazing 7 at the 19th, (they missed an 8 pin by a centimetre!), and drawing the 23-23 with one end to play. They were holding three in the head with only the opposing skip to play his last bowl. He pulled off a fine conversion and won the game for Boolaroo 24-23. Great game! There were no similar dramas in the remaining games with the Sean Mearrick Four outplaying their opponents winning 28-19 and the Richard Lee team never headed winning 26-10 in a clinical display of precision bowling. Well done! The Grade 5 side played away at Soldiers Point this week whilst the Grade 6 side also played away at the “graveyard” otherwise known as Tomago. Soldiers Point made it a clean sweep winning the match 74-42. There were two close games with the Danny Johnson team going down 17-23 and the Merv Mills four losing by 4, 16-20 In the remaining game Tea Gardens was completely out bowled losing 9-31. There was better news from Grade 6 who had to tough it out at the now infamous Tomago green. How this “green”

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BOWLING Tea Gardens Women’s Bowling Club By Lynda RICHARDS

FINALLY, no rain. Social bowls was played on Tuesday 28th March. The format for social bowls was three games of Triples and the winners with

the highest score were Jean Glover, Christine Fossey and Carol Hayden. It was good to see Olive McKeown and Julie Kennedy back on the green. Birthday greetings to Sandra Leisemann and belated happy birthday to Pat Baker. No bowls played on 30 March due to rain. Pennant Season

commenced 21 March. Tea Gardens Women’s Bowling Club have two teams competing, one in Grade 2 and the other in Grade 3. The results for Grade 2 are as follows: Round 1: Tea Gardens 37, 1pt v Soldiers Point Blue 47, 4pts. Round 2: Fingal Bay 38, 1pt v Tea Gardens 45, 4pts (5).

manages to get passed each year by the NDBA defies all reason. Grade 6 managed to avoid the numerous bare patches and “pot-holes” to record a two shot win 56-54. The Doug Naylor team managed to win in a close one, 18-17. The Max Stephens four found some level ground and piled on the points to win 2212. The remaining team succumbed to local knowledge and went down 16-25. Well done the “Sixes”. 2 April Congratulations to the

newsofthearea.com.au Sunday Bowlers for turning out on a really dull day. I am pleased to announce that Sunday Bowls is under new management due to the good grace of David Williams, Beverly Thrift and Ray Prigg. I feel sure that now the Sunday bowlers have some consistency in their organisation their numbers will improve. The quarter finals of the Club Pairs Championship were played today. The pairing of Greg Peason and John Parkinson, (substituting for Scott Beaumont), defeated John Younghusband and Ian Baker 21-10. Jeff Baker and Mark Hair,(substituting for Steve Pell), won a really close encounter with Daryl Martin

and Col Amos. They won 2524. The pair of Ross Barry and Merv Mills ran away with their game against Tom Parkinson and Bill Thrift 307. In the remaining game Col Farrugia and Brian Emmett held their opponents, Steve Jones and Paul Syron, to 14-14 at the 14th end but eventually went down 2416 in the fading light. A real ‘gutsy’ effort! The semi-finals will be held next Sunday with Scott Beaumont and Greg Pearson playing Steve Jones and Paul Syron and Jeff baker and Steve Pell taking on Ross Barry and Merv Mills. A date for the final is yet to be announced.

q Sean Mearrick in determined form seeing his Grade 3 side home winners in their match against Boolaroo BC.

Round 3: Tea Gardens 38 1pt (6) v Alder Park 42, 4pts (5). Round 4: New Lambton 40, 5pts (16) v Tea Gardens 31, 0 (6) Round 5: bye. Results for Grade 3 Round 1: Tea Gardens 34, 1pt v Edgeworth 40, 4pts. Round 2: Nelson Bay Red 46, 5pts (9) v Tea Gardens 29, 0 (1). Round 3: Soldiers Point 29, 0 (5) v Tea Gardens 41, 5pts (6).

Round 4: Tea Gardens 36, 1pt (7) v Cardiff 41, 4pts (9). Round 5: cancelled due to rain. Tea Gardens were to have played Lambton Park Red. This game will be played at a later date. Pennant games will be played at Tea Gardens Bowling Club on 3, 11, 13, 18 and 27 April. Spectators more than welcome, play starts 9.30am with two trial ends. Social bowls will be played as usual Tuesday

and Thursday, weather permitting. Remember ladies, there is prize money at the end of our “home competition”. Another date for the diary is Friday 7th April; this is the Anzac Commemoration Day. Enjoy a game of bowls, mixed teams dress code mufti and BBQ lunch. Cost $10 money raised will be donated to Homes for Heroes RSL.

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q Grade 3 Pennant Team: Sheril Johnson, Bev Stephens, Sandra Leisemann, Elizabeth Kelly, Nola Jackson, Wendy Brand, Karen McPhie and Kerry Faber.

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CASTROL Edge Ski Jacket,. Brand new. Size M. Male or female. $60. 49972442 CHICKENS Isa brown point of lay $25ea. Black australorp x point of lay $25ea. White australorp x point of lay $25ea Ph. 0484910561

DINING Table 6 chrs, solid timber, as new, $100. LG front load, washing machine, ex. cond. $60, Ph. 0418413652 GOLF Buggy compact mk2 with umberela holder, harldy used, cost $147, Sell $60. 49843494

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Local For Sale CONTINUED from previous page GRECIAN 4 stately columns 275 high suitable for gazebo. Offer. 0404477158 GUITAR Ibanez AS153. Brand new. Professional Semi Accoustic. $1,350. 0413046858 JAGUAR Epochlock Model 056/055, hardly used. $50. Phone 0413 052 660 LADIES BROOKE White Joggers. As new. Size 8.5 (40 Euro). Cost $220 Sell for $120. Phone 49970890.

KITE Surfer, Naish.

Kite with harness & directional board. Used once. $950 Ph 0402290498

LAMP Large Gold Base / Shade, Good cond $40. 0428450925 Medowie LOUNGES 2 x 2 seater, striped velvet, custom made, excellent condition $500 Ph 49198139 LOUNGE. 2 seater lounge, VGC $80. Tel: 02 4981 4454 LOUNGE Two recliners $500. Top condition. Phone 49813784 MGI 3-Wheel Golf Buggy, incl Battery, $100, 49814454 MOTOR Scooter 125cc Arquin auto. Less than 5,000 kms panier, cover. Reg to June $1450 ono 0418554192 NORSEMAN lumberjack wood heater only 5 years old, excel cond. Complete with flue for LD Some 2 storySO home. firewood included. Genuine reason for selling. $400ono. Ph 49824249 or 0418895242

OLD Wash stand. Marble top. Slightly broken but a beautiful antique piece. $400 Ph 49829578 or 0401240271 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Or (02) 4983 2134 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

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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. POOL table. Threequarter size, slate top 220 long 120 wide, excel cond $1500. 0404477158 QUEEN Ensemble Bed Dream Haven Premier. $50 Ph 0428450925 Medowie

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BEACH umberella $14. Coffee Machine almost new $50. 2 pottery tubs 57cm h withLplants $55 D each. Large SO pot 62cm h with plants $40 each. Persian floor rug $60 165cmx120cm Ph 49828787.

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

BURNT orange velvet covered Ottoman with storage $30. 49198139 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Or (02) 4983 2134

RIDE On lawn mower LD Stiga small. SO fair cond. $250. 0402141050

SHOWER Chair $30, Commode Chair $50, both near new, Retro glass top dining table, extendable & 3 chairs $50, Dble Brass Bed $100, Unusual Retro Club lounge with wooden inserts in arms for drinks plus 2 chairs gd cond $100. Ph 0409499794

RUNNING shoes with studs and wrench. As new cond. 31cm $20.49829526 SCRAPBOOKING shop contents sell-off locally at hugely discounted prices. Theme packs, albums, papers, letters, embellishments & magazines. Free gifts for everyone. Phone Sonja on 0410424041

CAMERON Off Road Camper. Ex Cond.Very little use.Many extras. SUZUKI Grand Detail on enquiry. Vitara 5 steel wheels, Reduced $10500. 4 tyres $120. Mens 0448237257 and ladies 26 inch bikes, very good condition $40 each. Caravan double CLASSIFIEDS in the foam mattress $75. News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Phone 0432150031 Or (02) 4983 2134

SOFA bed, plush, black, one year old, bed used only once, $300 Ph 0427 204 450

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TRAVEL Cot Folding steel craft good cond. $40 49822475

TV Cabinet 2100mm l x 580mm w 1350mm h. Timber. Ph 49972317.

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TUMBLEWEED mulch maker, little use $35 ono 49824029 WALKER new cond, $70ono 49819926 WALL Unit Solid Timber & Glass 1.85h x 1.68l x .45d. $1200 0428450925 Medowie WARDROBE 2 door, with drawers, minor damage $70 49829498 WARDROBES Two childrens white wardrobes $50 each. Call after 6pm 4982 7308 Salamander Bay WASHING Machine (new) Still in Box. Unwanted Raffle LD Prize. SO 7.5l Front Hisense Loader. $240 Carmen 0431285903 WOODEN toys (lge), 10 semi trailers, 3 tractors, 1 train, 3 rocking horses, Will sell sep or together Ph 49817297

2001 Coromal excel 505. pop top 9/17 D bed reg a/c OLdbl. S vg cond $15750. 0429787822

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SCYTHE, excelent condition. Little use $85 ono 49824029

TWO door Fisher & Paykal dishwasher 0418 665 511

2001 Jayco Freedom Pop Top. 15.5ft. Lshape sgl bds. 3-way fridge. L-shape dining. 4 burn cook top. batt pack. Alex plug. Rollout awn. Fnt boot & toolbox. Tare 1100. Gd cond. Reg 17/5/17. $12,600ono. 49975922

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Caravans 1991 Roadstar Poptop. Registered March 17. 12x6 2 single beds. Side LDkitchen/ SO dinette.electric fridge gas stove towing weight 620kgs. $7000 Irene 49810782 17’ 6” Golf Pop Top Van. Tare 1180. Model 2001. 6mths Rego. $17500 Ph 49979727 or 0429433103 2007 Retreat Linderman 20foot. 11 months rego. with extras. P.O.A. Ph 4997 2017

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POP TOP Golf 12 ft. 2 berth, front kit. awn + annex. 750kg. VG cond. Reg 7/17. $5200ono. 0427633776 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

Boats 8 FOOT Aluminium LD oars. tender O with S 0431813908 $250ono 2009 model Quintrex 20ft 560 freedom cruiser with 135hp mercruiser motor with 340 hrs. Hummingbird sounder plus a heap of accessories plus all safety gear. Never been outside. Log booked serviced. Last service December 2016. First to see will buy. $30.000.00 neg. Bulahdelah 0408428800. CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Or (02) 4983 2134

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CLEAN FILL Free Clean fill wanted. Dirt, clay, sandy soil. For Medowie area. Call 0401 308 359

Clerical work/ cleaning. Retail, invoicing, myob efficient part time. Phone Debbie 0438432573

Boats ALUMINUM 3.75m Quintrex run-about 15hp Yamaha. 2 swiv seats. Nav lights. Fish/F. Live bait tank, Cover, $4500 ono 49975922 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Or (02) 4983 2134

FIBREGLASS 4.72m half cabin pongrass run about 50 hp Evinrude trailer & accessories $3,000 0413600993 KAWASAKI 550 Jet Ski with trailer, Stand up, $999 0403 684110 QUINTREX V-nose punt 3.85m 15Hp Evinrude. Gd Cond. Reg. $2600ono Ph 0418 863 088 PRIDE Playmate 40hp. $1200. No rego. 0403684110 49971651

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STACER 429 Seaway 2015. 40HP Evinrude & Stacer trailer. Lic for 5 people. 3 yr warr. VG cond. $18,000. Ph Jim 0403807200 STEGCRRAFT 15 footer, half cabin, runabout. 55hp Evinrude, both reg, $3000. 0403 684110

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2006 Peugeot sports cabriolet NXP07T 11 mths rego 74,000 klms immaculate $9,000 0410454415

SMALL wood heater in good cond. Ph 0409499794

HOLDEN Viva Mech A1 auto, cruise control $5700 ono 0419031160 HOLDEN Jackaroo 2000. Only 242000klms, Capable of $500,000, Exc cond in all aspsects. Roof bar, Bull bar. VG tyres, Cruise, HD Towbar, 7-seats, Pet/LPG for cheap fuel. You wiil be proud to own. $5750 0400 027 209 CLASSIFIEDS in the News Of The Area ads@mcnota.com.au Or (02) 4983 2134 HONDA Legend 1991 Rego 3 Apr. 1 owner. LM-473 $6000 49828782 MAZDA 6 Auto 5 door hatch, Exc vehicle leather int, new tyres, brake pads Reg service 93,200kms, CJG65V $14,950 ono 0414474045 MERCEDES Vito SWB Van 6sp, 2.0TD Air Con, AXG56B $7990 ono, 0409 320 500 TRAILER Alum flattop, 7x5, rego Feb 18, $650 ono 49817721

TRAILER SAILER 15ft Clinker marineply const, steel trailer (unreg) spare wheel, electric winch. 2.3 HP Honda Longshaft outboard 2013 model (never used) $2400 Ph 0428516983

Vehicles 2014 Ford Focus Sport Hatch, LW MK2 5D 6 speed, automatic, in excellent condition one owner. $19,500 or reasonable offer. Fingal Bay 0418945934 2003 Audi convertable. Auto. No rego. Runs well. Damaged interior. $7000 Ph 0412194099 2000 Toyota Avalon, Gd cond, 248426klms, XTB282 $2800 Phone 0419210848

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The Hawks Nest / Tea Gardens Progress Association wishes to advise that the following traffic and parking arrangements have been approved by MidCoast Council for the holding of the ‘Grey and Thespian Mardi Gras’ on Saturday 8 April 2017 between 6am and 7pm. • The temporary closure of the Hawks Nest Village Square (previously known as the mall) • The temporary closure of Tuloa Lane between the western side of the eastern carpark and the western side of the western carpark off Yamba St • Barricading of four parking spaces in the Booner St service road at the southern end of the Village Square • Barricading of the entrance to the western car park off Yamba St These temporary closures are required to ensure the safety of the public during the holding of the ‘Grey and Thespian Mardi Gras’. The Progress Association regrets any inconvenience caused by these arrangements. Any enquiries should be directed to the Association’s President, Trevor Jennings on 0431 250 563.

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Important Public Notice Wild Dog and Fox Control The NSW National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS) in cooperation with the Bulahdelah and District Wild Dog Control Group, NSW Forestry Corp, MidCoast Council and the Hunter Local Land Services will be undertaking an annual 1080 wild dog/fox baiting and trapping program within Myall Lakes and Ghin-doo-ee National Park. The control program will use a combination of 1080 ejectors and trapping methods. The 1080 program will take place from Friday 20 March 2017 to Monday 1 May 2017. The use of 1080 ejector baits and trapping techniques are being conducted as part of a broader dog and fox control program, to lessen the potential impacts on neighbouring property and biodiversity values. Warning signs will be erected on the main access tracks where the baiting is undertaken. All neighbours and people using the parks are reminded domestics pets are not permitted in National Parks.

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Local By Daniel SAHYOUN MUDDY conditions didn’t deter the spirits of more than 150 Bulahdelah Central School students who took part in the school’s annual Cross Country Carnival last week. The young runners were challenged with a difficult course around Alum Mountain which included many hills, puddles, narrow bush tracks and rocky paths. Distances ranged from two kilometres for primary students up to six kilometres for seniors, with serious distance runners producing

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some excellent results. Standout performances in the junior secondary divisions came from Carol Poniris, Grace Burke, Tom McInerney, Katerina Poniris and Dane Pope. “I didn’t run as fast as I was hoping,” Dane said. “It was a long track with four steep hill climbs, and the one at the start was the hardest.” In the senior age groups, Heidi Buchanan, Toby Crispin, Luke Rochester, Bianca Mason, Bailey Shultz and Shae Manefield all

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