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STUDENT school leaders of 2020 in primary and high schools across Port Stephens gathered at Hunter River High School on Monday, 24 February to celebrate their leadership positions. Organised and hosted by Member for Port Stephens Ms Kate Washington MP, the leaders were welcomed by the Wanga Gee Dancers and listened to an inspiring speech on leadership by Dr Kelvin Kong. Speaking to the student leaders, Ms Washington said, “My favourite thing to do is see the young school leaders.” “Education is the biggest difference you can make in your life.” “In Port Stephens we have amazing schools.”

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“I’m privileged to visit schools and see what’s happening.” “One of the most important roles of a leader is to support and encourage others to become leaders as well.” Guest speaker at the event, Dr Kelvin Kong, one of three Aboriginal surgeons in Australia inspired the audience with his experiences growing up local to the area. He also discussed the positive and negative influences of social media and how school leaders can be positives influencers and role models for their peers. Dr Kong went to Shoal Bay Public School and was school captain of Nelson Bay High School. He now works as a surgeon and is a conjoint Associate Professor at the University of

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Newcastle. His research interests involve the power education has on students when they are healthy enough to be able to participate. Dr Kong works for part of each year in remote communities in the area of reducing ear disease and hearing loss. He has previously said in an interview with the University of Newcastle, “When we work together with a community, we can address all the issues that arise from ear disease.” “Our job is to improve kids’ health so they can get the education they need.” Such is his personable nature that many of the school leaders flocked to him during the morning tea break and one primary school student leader reminded Dr Kong that he had operated on him in his capacity as an ENT surgeon.

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man was found in the middle of the road. Officers from Port Stephens-Hunter Police District established a crime scene, which was examined by specialist

forensic police.It is understood the man suffered a number of stab wounds to his chest. Following inquiries, officers attached to Manning/Great Lakes and Mid North Coast Police Districts attended a motel in

North Haven on Monday 2 March 2020, and arrested a 21-year-old woman on an outstanding warrant. Detectives from Port StephensHunter Police District travelled to Port Macquarie Police Station and charged the woman with murder.

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mentors and training to help move an idea into reality — a viable and strong business,” he said. The Port Stephens Visitor Economy Start House is a 4 stage program running from May to September. It will help participants refine their idea, test its viability, create connections with industry experts and mentors, and get clear on the next steps and available support. The program is worth $4000 but will only cost participants $99. “We are hoping to see lots of great ideas and new businesses emerge from this program — especially from the lesser known tourism areas of Port Stephens. “We know there are some great untapped experiences out there just waiting to be found,” Mayor Palmer said. Learn more about what the program can offer at our Discovery Events: • Nelson Bay — 5 to 7:30pm Tuesday 10 March 2020 • Medowie — 5 to 7:30pm Wednesday 18 March 2020

BRIGHT ideas to step-up Port Stephens’ visitor experience are being sought as part of a new incubator program for entrepreneurs or businesses looking to expand. The Port Stephens Visitor Economy Start House is designed to support start-ups who have a great idea to grow the products and services available to visitors. Port Stephens Mayor Ryan Palmer says this collaboration between Port Stephens Council and The Business Centre will turn smart business ideas into a reality. “Whether you’ve got an idea for a start-up or an existing business with plans to expand or diversify, this program is for you. “It could be a tour or activity, an event, marketing, technology, hospitality or something completely different! So long as your idea supports tourism or operators in Port Stephens, I encourage you to apply. “We’re bringing together the best industry leaders, business

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JORDAN Lucky is the first to admit he failed art at Tomaree High School, ironically he is a prolific and well established mural artist not just in Australia, but around the world. He has been a full time professional artist for four years and his first public artwork was a collaboration with the Soldiers Point Lions Club in 2008 at the now defunct bus shelter at Salamander Bay Shopping Centre. His career started trading artwork for accommodation, so Jordan has literally painted his way around the world. With installations in Malaysia’s Penang, Thailand, Netherlands, Sweden, London and across Europe. Closer to home he has works in Melbourne, Newcastle and now at the entry to the soon to be opened Koala Sanctuary Jordan’s works are worth stopping to enjoy. Jordan has over 200 works in the public domain around the world. The sign at the entry to the Port Stephens Koala Sanctuary is unique in the area it embraces and reinvigorates the existing assets with the old wooden

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q Jordan Lucky with his artwork at the entry of the soon to be opened Koala Sanctuary. Photo by Marian Sampson. fence, uses a cut board and the koala itself is brought to life with layers of beautiful brush strokes making it look lifelike, soft and tactile. The sign is a one off original artwork which sets the tone of the installation. Jordan Lucky told News Of The Area, “The base of the koala was laid in aerosols with the details in acrylic with brushwork.” Stay tuned as Jordan

would like to do a bigger version of this beautiful koala with its full body and a tree. The Koala Sanctuary can’t come too soon in the aftermath of the devastating bushfires in Australia with many koalas injured across the nation, some of which were cared for here in Port Stephens. Jordan is hopeful that the artwork on the fence will eventually grow and that there will be spaces within the

sanctuary which will see art become a part of the interactive and educational experience which the sanctuary promises for the future. Jordan also participated in the Naked Alley artwork with Rhys Fabris and Nick Stuart in Nelson Bay and is keen to deliver more works in his hometown. Next he is travelling to paint in Melbourne then in a Victorian town called Donald, then Brisbane and Byron Bay.

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the whole town is really our next goal.” The 7 Day Makeover team are considering options for the next projects which Hammond and Anderson hope to see being driven by community wants and needs. “The stronger the retail

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treatment locally but it was not working, so something more significant had to occur. News Of The Area spoke with Mrs Alana Hodgson who said, “We went to Sydney for four months for a bone marrow transport and that’s worked.” “In mid-January we got the news that Kaylee had no cancer.”

“Her immune system is really low and is still in recovery.” “When there are kids at school that have been sick, we keep Kaylee away because her immune system is like that of a baby.” “We are the chemist on a weekly basis and Christian has saved us a number of times with medications that we need.” “Red Kite has been a huge help to us too.” “Thank you Amcal from the bottom of our hearts.”

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q The Hodgson family with Christian and Liam from Amcal Chemist: (back row) Ryan and Alana Hodgson with (middle row) Liam Keating and Christian Hernandez and (front row) youngest brother Van (3 years), Kaylee Hodgson (8 years) in Year 4 at Soldier Point Public School, and middle brother Nate (6 years, in Year 2).

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precinct, the better Anna Bay will be as a place to live work and play,” she said. Hammond says there are people that are watering plants before the sunrises, but knows there is more to do like organising mowing and weeding of the sidewalks. There were plans for Hannah Reserve for Clean Up Australia Day however the current mosquito numbers have put this on hold.

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WHEN young Kaylee Hodgson was diagnosed with childhood leukaemia just over 12 months ago, little did she know what a huge impact she and her family would have on Amcal Chemist, Salamander Bay. This week, a month after being told her cancer is in remission, Amcal Chemist held a fundraiser for Red Kite in honour of two of their young customers who have recently been treated for cancer. This charity supports young people aged up to 24 and their families, when they are going through cancer care. From Amcal, owner pharmacist Mr Christian Hernandez and intern pharmacist Mr Liam Keating decided to not only have their heads shaved as is the tradition for cancer fundraisers, but they also waxed their legs with the help of New Leaf Cosmetic Clinic. They were both very q Kaylee ( (8 years in Year 4 at Soldiers Point brave throughout the ordeal School) starts off shaving Christian Hernandez’s hair. and Allan’s Men’s Hairdresser assisted with the head shave. At the event, Mr Hernandez told customers and other well wishers, “We met the Hodgson’s a year and a half ago.” “Kaylee is a special human and unfortunately she had a diagnosis of cancer.” “A journey that was scary and we felt helpless.” “It’s heart wrenching and we felt we had to do something.” “We could do something by raising money and awareness to support Kaylee’s journey.: “With the support of local businesses,

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THE 7 Day Makeover is far from over for Anna Bay with money still in the kitty and work to be done. Tomaree Business Chamber President Leah Anderson has strong ideas on what needs to happen next and is keen to keep the momentum for not only Anna Bay but other areas in Port Stephens. Equally passionate about the project and seeing the momentum continue is Kelly Hammond. Kelly was on the team from day one and is keen to see Hannah Reserve shine as one of the highlights for the project. However she believes that the “other” end of town still needs attention. The makeover hasn’t reached both ends of the business precinct and she believes that this is a natural progression, particularly when some of the businesses that contributed funds aren’t really

reaping the rewards as yet. Leah Anderson told News Of The Area, “Chamber is now looking at ways to get people into Anna Bay retail businesses with their wallets open and ready to spend. “We are also keen to see the rest of the funds spent on activating the whole business precinct.” Anderson was one of the key instigators of the makeover taking the proposal to Council which was ultimately adopted, it’s something that she is very proud of. “Chamber wanted to do things in our different precincts and being able to lobby to have this 7 Day Makeover adopted and funded by Council is a huge achievement for us as an organisation. “We did the one day working bee in Nelson Bay and now the town is looking so much better, the work at Anna Bay was of course so much more and the results are fantastic, however activating

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WEDNESDAY 26 FEBRUARY: Mens Par: Course 1: A Grade: Will Semmens 3, Peter Sutton 1; B Grade: John Fitzgerald 3, Brian Smith 3; C Grade: Nigel Eves 5, Ivan Meeke 4; Course 2: A Grade: Paul Kennedy 3, Michael Perkins 3; B Grade: Phil Murray 3, Terry Butler 3; C Grade: David Davis 4, Peter Schmalz 2; THURSDAY 27 FEBRUARY: Ladies Stroke: Div 1: Lesley Filmer 37, Glenda McCaw 36; Div 2: Janette Ferrier 36, Pat Phipps 35. VETS: Winner: Barry Kalousek 22, RunnerUp Graham Lockwood c/b 21. NTP: Peter Purcell 14th hole, 224cm. BWG 9 Hole Comp: Winner: Laurence Van Niekerk

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SATURDAY 29 FEBRUARY: Mens Stableford: Course 1: A Grade: Murray Atkins 41, Danny Plimmer 38; B Grade: Colin Chalkey 38, Col Buchanan 36; C Grade: Norman Cousins 38, Ian McElwain 35; Course 2: A Grade: Peter Metham 41, Leonard Woods 38; B Grade: Thomas Hammond c/b 39, Glen Shorter 39; C Grade: Richard Graystone 37, Peter Johnston 36.

MUMS are such great organisers aren’t they? Always prepared. Dib, dib, dib. Dob, dob, dob, as the scouts say, which I have just discovered is short for Do Your Best (DYB/DIB) and Do Our Best (DOB). I always thought it was to do with asserting your ownership over something or telling on a mate, which clearly isn’t the scout ethos at all. Anyway, back to the issue of your mum. I don’t think there’s any harm in having a few spare items at home just in case things go a bit arse up. I mean if there’s mass flooding, or fires decimating huge swathes of land or baboons running through the streets because they don’t want vasectomies. You know, those sorts of things. And then to add a pandemic into the mix (not that we can call it that, but given the definition of it being the worldwide spread of a new disease then perhaps we are getting close), well, you know, Miss JS, if all those things were to happen, we’re not that far down the track from a zombie apocalypse really. Not meaning to worry you of course. So hey, if Mrs S wants to head down to Aldi and buy a couple of crates of spaghetti tins, Longlife milk and Spam, who are we to argue with her. I would just suggest that your mum shows a bit of restraint. You know, just get her to shop when the crowds have gone home because I can see her now in her face mask, one hand clutching a bottle of hand sanitiser, spraying every shelf with Glen 20 as she goes, refusing to accept change due to the spread of infection, glaring at every poor kid with a common cold. It might make people feel on edge. If, however, your mum is onto something, then you will rue the day you didn’t listen to her. Mum’s the word. Carpe diem, Jasminda.

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Bodybuilder Helps Women’s Network Members Set Goals

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THE ladies from Port Stephens Women in Business got down to the serious side of life – their bodies at their February meeting at PT Fitness. The event was hosted

by trainer and bodybuilder Joy Flint, who spoke about nutrition and fitness goals. Kerri Rodley of Port Stephens Women in Business told News Of The Area, “For me the takeaways were that getting into shape is 97% diet

and 3% exercise.” Joy explained how to get into the shape you want to be with an hour a day of physical activity be it cleaning, gardening or walking the dog. On top of this women need to perform four 45 minute

sessions exercise like running, or weight training to be physically fit. “Joy spoke about how important it is for women to do weight training of some sort as this impacts all facets of women’s health, as well as the importance of eating a good balance of protein, carbs and

fats at every meal” said Kerri. Joy Flint told News Of The Area, “It doesn’t matter what your goal is whether it is bodybuilding or something else, it is about committing to the goal, setting it and going for it.” Joy works with people of all levels of fitness to achieve their

q Port Stephens Women In Business members trying out some of Joy’s training moves.

goals. The network also took the opportunity to get involved in the Plastic Free Port Stephens movement and promoted the campaign #Icommitttodoingmybit with the network planning to have single use plastic free meetings.

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Raises $6000 For Breast Cancer By Mitch LEES

WHEN Jake Smith asked his mother, Virginia what the Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group did for the people in Port Stephens he knew he had to do something to help their cause. With a full head of shoulderlength hair and some contacts through his place of work at the Nelson Bay Golf Club, Jake decided it was time to lose the locks and raise some much needed funds. On Saturday, 29 February all Jake’s efforts paid off with $6000 raised and hundreds turning out to watch him get clipped for a great cause. Jake was humbled by the local support he received and attributed much of the inspiration for his charitable actions to his mum who is the Treasurer of the Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group.

“When I first asked mum about the group she worked with I knew I wanted to try and help

raise some funds for them,” said Jake. “I’d been growing my hair for

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the past eight years and it was pretty easy to decide to try and get some money together for Breast Cancer Support by shaving the mane.” Jake was supported on the day by local Ken Wagner who clipped his impressive brows to help the fundraising along. Fingal Cellar Cafe donated $500 for the shave and a top auction bid of $400 came in that saw Jake lose his beard as well. His mother, Virginia Smith was proud of her son’s efforts and said the money raised would go a long way. “Jake came to me and said he was going to shave his head and try and help our cancer support group,” said Mrs Smith. “I’m so proud, he organised it all by himself and it’s amazing that he’s been able to raise so much in a relatively short time. “He doesn’t realise but it will help a lot of people here in Port

Stephens.” The Tomaree Breast Cancer Support Group will also hold a fundraising Golf Day on 24 March. Contact the Nelson Bay Golf Club for more details.

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$1M Stations? police service delivery and operational efficiency to the local community. “The project will deliver a refreshed workspace with upgraded IT, security and amenities in the existing building as well as a new modular unit permanently attached to the existing police station building. “The use of modular construction methodology minimises interruption to operational policing, with onsite activities completed in a fraction of the time. “Off-site components for construction, including early works, have commenced. “On site activities commenced in January 2020. “The upgrade works are expected to be completed by mid-2020.” While the redeveloped Karuah Police Station is the first in the Regional Small Police Station Program. “Project was completed ahead of schedule in December 2019. “The existing building was donated to the Karuah Local

q Kate Washington at Tea Gardens with shocked locals outside the sauna like construction which fails to incorporate the heritage aspect of the building or meet the needs of modern Policing. She cannot believe that this building is a $1 million dollar investment for Tea Gardens.

Aboriginal Land Council to be used in delivery of community and medical services by professionals when visiting the local missions. “This installation was also delivered through The Regional Small Police Station Program. “The funding will deliver sustainable, modern premises that enable police service delivery whilst focussing on accessibility, visibility and mobility of policing.” This week Kate Washington Member for Port Stephens made a Private

Members Statement about the Police Stations. “These are not appropriate workplaces and they are certainly not worth $1 million. “These are not police stations. “These are a humiliation. “They are a sign of incompetence and disrespect from the Government, and a sign of dishonour and Results for 28/2/2020 Outright winners. Bob Miskell & Greg Hinton 71

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