Port Stephens News Of The Area 18 May 2023

Marian SAMPSON

q The unstoppable Margaret Wilkinson with some of the other Nelson Bay Civic Pride volunteers. Photo: Marian Sampson.

Why is the Hunter being considered for offshore wind projects?

By Doug CONNOR

OFFSHORE wind researcher

Dr Sven Teske says the Hunter region is uniquely positioned to be a leading site for offshore wind power generation due to its availability of consistent wind resources, existing infrastructure and harbour access.

Dr Teske is an Associate Professor and Research Director at the Institute for Sustainable Futures (IFS), University of Technology Sydney, whose research focuses on energy decarbonisation pathways.

In 2021, prompted by an international boom in offshore wind projects, the ISF led research that found Australia has the perfect conditions to support a

thriving offshore wind industry.

The research aimed to properly understand the feasibility and potential for offshore wind in Australia, and to identify any barriers to its large-scale development.

The research also looked at the role offshore wind might play in a just transition to renewable energy, identifying opportunities to incorporate existing infrastructure and create jobs for coal, gas and mining workers.

The report located good sites for offshore wind in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and West Australia, all close to transmission grids and with potential to produce a high

capacity of energy.

The research found that in Newcastle there were strong winds offshore at times of low onshore wind and solar generation, which would help maintain a consistent supply of renewable energy.

Dr Teske told News Of The Area there were multiple considerations when selecting an area suitable for

offshore wind projects.

“Australia has really good wind resources all around the coast,” he said.

“Then you filter out areas based on the water depth, in terms of it not being too deep.

“Most of the areas around Australia would need floating wind farms, because it is quite deep.

“There are not too many places where we have less than 40 or 50 metres.

“The third criteria is the grid connection.

“We need really good grid connection because offshore wind zones are so large.

“We are talking a gigawatt or two gigawatts or even more, so that is the capacity of one or two coal powered plants.”

The Hunter’s existing coal infrastructure and network give it an advantage moving forward with offshore projects.

COASTAL

for working boats, all the equipment and infrastructure, similar to offshore oil or offshore gas.

“You also need a lot of space.

“If the wind turbines are under construction, the rotor blades are really large.

“You need a large space to put them, and Newcastle Harbour is perfect for that.”

Dr Teske said international examples have demonstrated the ability of coal powered energy production regions to transition to offshore wind.

“The coal will have to leave at some point, and then there is a lot of space available and that is perfect for offshore wind.

“There are a lot of international examples where that has been done, where either a coal or gas harbour has been converted.

“For example in Scotland, Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, the US and China.”

“Australia’s coal powered plants are very old, 35 years plus, so we need to replace them anyway.

“The wind conditions all around are so good that we are close to the base load production from offshore wind.

“It is a perfect replacement.”

With countries abroad so far advanced in their offshore wind generation journeys, Dr Teske said Australia can take learnings from international examples to reduce risks and impacts on the environment.

“There are a lot of experiences that can be considered from an environmental impact perspective.

“It needs to be properly assessed in terms of marine protection areas, fisheries, defence, shipping lanes etc.

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“The good locations around Australia boil down mainly to places that have coal infrastructure and a large grid," Dr Teske said.

“The advantages are that the offshore wind turbines can connect to the grid where the coal powered plants are connected right now.

“That’s why the Hunter is a really good location.”

The final key criteria Dr Teske outlined was access to a large harbour to transport equipment.

“You need a harbour

Dr Teske has been involved in offshore wind research since the early 2000’s, and believes now is the perfect time for Australia to begin investigating offshore wind projects. “It is not a technology which is new and has never been tested," he said.

“The first offshore wind farm was built 30 years ago.

“It is new for Australia but not for Europe or Asia.

“I think that it is the time now for Australia as the technology has been largely developed.

“From my international experience, there is always a phase of a year or two, or sometimes even longer, to find the priority zones for offshore winds and then stick to those.

“There is also long term research about impact on birds and marine animals.

“If it's done properly and in the right location, the results are always quite positive.”

Dr Teske told News Of The Area research is underway regarding the transition of jobs in the coal industry to offshore wind roles.

BlueFloat Energy exhibit plans for offshore wind project

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Newcastle for interested parties to learn more about plans for an offshore wind project off the Hunter coast.

BlueFloat Energy, a Spanish offshore wind developer, has announced plans for a renewable energy project to be located off the coast between Newcastle and Nelson Bay.

With 115 floating wind turbines and three offshore substations, if approved, the Eastern Rise Offshore Wind Project will sit approximately 25-45 kilometres off the coast.

Each turbine would be spaced around 1.5 kilometers from each other, covering an estimated total area of 500 square kilometres.

Floating turbines will be tethered to the seabed via a system of mooring lines and anchors at depths of between 130-150 metres.

The project team anticipate each turbine will have a capacity of 15-20 megawatts, with a hub height of 165-195 metres and a rotor diameter of 250-275 metres.

BlueFloat believes the project can generate enough electricity to power 825,000 homes, create hundreds of jobs and attract significant investment and growth in the region.

In February, the Federal Government proposed an area in waters off the Hunter region, from Norah Head to past Hawks Nest, for offshore renewable energy projects.

The consultation period for this proposal ended on April 28, with the zone yet to be officially declared by the Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen.

This decision is expected in mid-2023.

BlueFloat, who are developing four projects in NSW and Victoria, will apply to develop their Eastern Rise project within the zone if it is declared.

BlueFloat Energy’s Australian Country Manager Nick Sankey said the consultation sessions were designed to give the community an early insight into the project plans.

“These are very early stage consultations,” Mr Sankey said.

“It is an opportunity for the community to meet the team and to learn more about the project.

“We aim to give as much information as we can regarding what the project may entail.”

If the zone is declared, the first step for BlueFloat is to apply for a Feasibility License.

“A Feasibility License is typically designed in order for us to have the time to undertake the studies, to do the analysis and to firm up the financial viability of the project, and also for us to obtain all of our environmental approvals.

“A lot of those environmental approvals will entail doing a study that may take two years of monitoring bird life, monitoring mammals etc.

“Until we undertake those studies, we won't have all the answers.”

Many of the community members who attended the information sessions had questions regarding the impacts on visual amenity from the coast line.

“I think it's hard for people to get an understanding of what the visual amenity may be,” Mr Sankey said.

“They will be visible on the horizon, but they are distant, we are 25 kilometres from the coast and extending out to 45 kilometres.

“We want to be away from the coast to limit the visual amenity, but need to be in waters that are the right depth to construct the project.

“As you step off the continental shelf you get into very deep waters which makes construction very difficult and very expensive.

“We want to deliver a cost effective project that delivers an end user price of electricity that is good for the community as well, so it is a trade off on how far you go to alleviate some of those visual concerns.”

Questions have also been raised around the impacts on the marine environment and animal life.

“People want to understand more about the effects it may have on marine and bird life,” Mr Sankey said.

“That is going to be part of our environmental impact assessment in terms of monitoring the whale movements, bird migration etc, and ensuring we are developing in a sustainable way.”

Mr Sankey told News Of The Area that BlueFloat plans to coexist with existing marine users.

“Fisher groups tend to be quite vocal, they are used to being on the waters in those areas, so they want to understand more about their ability to continue fishing in

those areas, both recreational and commercial,” he said.

“We are not operating on an exclusive basis.

“We are developing a project that will allow fishing to continue in those areas.”

In terms of the positives of the project, Mr Sankey said many of those attending the consultation were enthusiastic about the project’s potential to support Australia’s transition to renewable energy.

“On the positive side we are seeing that a lot of people are very pro-renewable energy.

“People want to see a largescale build out of renewable energy projects and are concerned about Australia’s dependency on fossil fuels.

“So to have a 1.7 gigawatt project is really large scale compared to solar and onshore wind projects.

“We are also seeing a lot of excitement about the economic benefits of it and the job opportunities in the Hunter region where you have existing fossil fuel industries.

“There are concerns about the retirement of plants and the loss of jobs there, so what is going to be the industry to replace the lost jobs?” Mr Sankey said.

BlueFloat now awaits the Federal Government’s decision on the declaration of the offshore wind zone.

“The government conducted their own consultation process about the zone.

“People were given the opportunity to give their view on whether that area was appropriate for offshore wind projects.

“When the zone is declared, we will be able to apply for a Feasibility Licence, which allows us to complete the studies and do the analysis.

“After that the public will have a chance to review the work we have done.

“Only after that will we be able to get our environmental approvals.

“We need the environmental approvals to

apply for a commercial licence.

“A Commercial Licence is required before commencing any construction activities.

“A Feasibility Licence does not give us the right to construct anything, only to conduct the analysis.”

Once all the Feasibility Licence studies are completed, BlueFloat would then be eligible to apply for a Commercial Licence, which

lasts for 40 years and includes the construction, operation and decommissioning of the project.

Mr Sankey said BlueFloat envisages a “five year period of doing analysis, getting approvals and getting contracts in place”, with a further two or three years required to construct the project.

NOTA seeking a Council reporter, & general freelancers

PORT Stephens News Of

The Area (NOTA) is seeking a freelance writer to report on the operations of Port Stephens Council.

Additionally, the NOTA is also seeking more local writers to cover general community news stories.

The ideal Council role candidate will have a background in journalism or professional

writing and passion for and understanding of the workings of local government.

The role focuses on covering the regular meetings of Port Stephens Council by watching the webcasts and/or reading the minutes; informing the community of the important decisions made in Council Chambers.

NOTA is additionally looking to expand its freelance reporter and general writers base, with contributors sought to cover local news, events, human interest stories and more.

To express interest in these roles, please email NOTA Group Editor Douglas Connor at doug@ newsofthearea.com.au or call 0431 487 679.

q Deb Neumann, BlueFloat Energy’s Head of Environment and Planning and Nick Sankey, Australian Country Manager at last week’s community information sessions.

Community heroes celebrated during National Volunteers Week

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Sanctuary operates tours delivered by volunteers.

Landcare groups work tirelessly to improve our environment.

Community advocacy groups like the Tomaree Residents and Ratepayers Association, Business Port Stephens and Port Stephens Tourism are managed by volunteer boards.

It would be impossible not to mention Rotarians, Lions and Probus Clubs, all of which are filled with volunteers.

Tireless community volunteer Margaret Wilkinson donates her time to several local groups.

“I organise a working bee each week for our Corlette Reserves and Landcare Group.

“This is a wonderful group of fifteen regular volunteers who basically tidy up the bits which Council doesn’t get to at our Corlette foreshore reserves.

“Meanwhile at Bagnall Beach Reserve and along the Bartlett Cycleway we have a sub-group, ‘Baggies Bush Regen’, who basically weed the bush so that native plants can make an appearance – hence providing better habitat for our native birds and animals.”

Not stopping there, Margaret also keeps an eye on several gardens in Nelson Bay CBD as a volunteer with Nelson Bay Civic Pride Group.

“The feedback that the Civic Pride Group volunteers receive from passers by

is so appreciative of the difference made to the feel of Nelson Bay by just a handful of volunteers.”

Margaret is also Secretary of the Christmas Bush Garden Club.

“The Christmas Bush Garden Club has been going for 40 years in Nelson Bay however it, like many other volunteer based organisations, is struggling to get office bearers to keep the Club going.”

Volunteers for the club organise guest speakers and garden outings.

“It’s a wonderful outlet for those with interest in gardening – our older demographic is proving to be the biggest challenge,” she said.

Margaret also acknowledges just how many in the Corlette community just go and volunteer without being part of any particular group.

“It’s the reason why we perceive there’s limited littering in Corlette when just last Sunday morning we spotted two locals, Ron and Sue Hayes, out picking it up along our roadway.

“Ron also helps remove graffiti as part of the Graffiti Action Team who are organised by the legendary volunteer Judy Washington (also of the Nelson Bay Civic Pride Group).”

Port Stephens Councillor Leah Anderson also has extensive experience as a volunteer in her community.

She is an active member of the Rotary Club of Salamander Bay and has volunteered on community boards including Nelson

Bay Town Management, Business Port Stephens, Destination Port Stephens and Port Stephens Koalas.

Leah is also the founder and a life member of Port Stephens Women in Business and volunteers at the Port Stephens Koala Hospital every Saturday morning.

“Volunteers are the backbone of our community,” Leah told News Of The Area.

“We have a large number of volunteers enhancing and protecting our environment, such as landcare groups, wildlife care and rescue, parks and gardens and our marine parks.

“We have volunteers protecting our community every single day, such as SES, RFS and Marine Rescue.

“We have parents, friends and families who volunteer to support all of our various sporting clubs.

“We have community groups and associations, where volunteers meet to discuss community concerns and advocate for their community.

“We have service clubs, such as Rotary, Lions and Apex, who are actively out fundraising and supporting their local communities.

“I am sure I have missed many, the list goes on and on.

“I can not imagine what our communities would be like, if we did not have our amazing community volunteers.

“I, for one, am very thankful and grateful for them all,” she said

Is a volunteer group providing the following services to our local community Volunteer drivers who transport patients to the Newcastle Metropolitan area for cancer treatment and related Doctors’ appointments. It is an ancillary service for when cancer patients cannot access any other reliable form of personal transport for treatments and appointments.

Our services are subject to available resources.

This service is provided free of charge to patients and continues due to the generosity of our volunteer drivers, financial grants and donations received from the local community.

Authorised by Meryl Swanson MP, 35 Sturgeon St, Raymond Terrace NSW 2324

Veterans welfare officers

privacy laws, Covid-19

By Doug CONNOR VETERAN

welfare officers

are still feeling the impacts of Covid-19, with their ability to provide support to veterans in some healthcare settings limited since the onset of the pandemic.

Former Navy cook John Collins has operated as a welfare officer for the Nelson Bay RSL sub-Branch for seventeen years, providing a vital service to veterans and their families.

“The main thing we do is hospital, hospice, nursing home and home visits,” John said.

“We try to visit the hospitals in Newcastle at least once a week, the hospice once a week, the nursing homes every second week and in homes, either fortnightly or monthly, subject to the need.

“If there is a need, for example someone at home who is bedridden, we try to get in to see them more often.”

John and his team’s visits to ex-servicemen and women build long lasting and impactful relationships with veterans in their time of need.

“It is mainly about providing moral support,” John said.

“Holding hands.

“Talking to them.

“It becomes a mateship.

“This is what we do.”

Covid-19 restrictions saw the provision of such services almost impossible throughout extended periods of lockdown, however many healthcare facilities are now receiving visitors once more.

“It was a big change,” John said.

“We couldn't get into the nursing homes and hospitals through Covid.

“In some of them today we are able to get in, but others we are still unable to get inparticularly aged care.”

Frustratingly for John however, strict privacy laws are inhibiting him from locating veterans the service lost track of during the pandemic.

“Because we haven’t been in the nursing homes, we don’t know who is still in there,” he said.

“Over the Covid period, we were being notified that so and so had died and we were doing the funerals, so some of those people were accounted for.”

John is now calling on the veteran community and their families to reach out if they could benefit from a welfare

officer visit.

“We need to find out where these people are.

“We can't do it without people telling us they have gone into hospital, or into a nursing home.”

The service also extends to the families of deceased veterans.

“At this present moment there are about fifteen people in Regis that are partners of deceased veterans,” John said.

After seventeen years on the job, John has met some incredible people, hearing some amazing stories along the way.

“I have met some wonderful people,” he said.

“The oldest person I have visited was five months short of 107 years old when he passed away.”

The role has also taught John the power of human connection.

“I visit a Vietnam vet who has been in the nursing home for fourteen years.

“He is completely paralysed down one side.

“When I first met him I thought ‘how am i going to talk to this man?’, because he couldn't talk back to me.

“On the wall was a poster of the Newcastle Knights

“When I talked about the football he got excited - that was my in.

“There is always a way to connect to someone.”

Now 78 years since the culmination of World War Two, the type of veteran that John has worked with has evolved over the years.

“When I first started, along with my mentor, we were doing 70 to 80 local funerals a year.

“They were mostly people from World War Two.

“Now we only have three people left that I know of from World War Two.

“You have veterans from new eras - Korea and Malaysia and Vietnam.

“Most of the people we

support now are from the Vietnam era.”

While John generally operates on the Tomaree Peninsula, and out to Salt Ash, he made it clear that the service would travel if required to support someone in need.

“If there are people who need a visit, we will do it,” John said.

“A few years ago we had a client move from Fingal Retirement Village.

“The only place they could get him into was Bulahdelah, so we made trips over there as well.”

Alongside visiting with veterans, John also plays a role in the funerals of local

ex-service people, providing the families with a record of the deceased’s military service and an Australian flag in honour of their service to the nation.

Welfare officers can also refer veterans to DVA advocates where needed.

The service has recently been bolstered by the addition of new recruits.

“I have two people coming on board at the moment with great backgrounds

“One is a retired nurse of 40 years experience and the other is an ex-US Marine.”

If any local businesses are interested in supporting the work of the welfare officers, please contact the club.

q Nelson Bay RSL sub-Branch welfare officer John Collins with local veterans and the Club’s welfare support vehicle in 2022.

q John Collins, who served as a cook in the Navy for 21 years, at the military memorabilia display at Wests Diggers.

Seaham Park and Wetland Committee call for new blood

By Lindsay HALL

FOR fourteen years the Seaham Park and Wetland Committee have worked hard to serve their community and implement projects that have been enjoyed by local residents and tourists alike.

Unfortunately recent years have taken a heavy toll on their membership, and they are facing the very real

possibility of being forced to fold the Committee.

“We’ve been involved in so many projects in the time we’ve been operating,” said Committee Chairman Robert Adams.

“This has been work we’re all rightfully proud of.”

Seaham Park boasts almost 200 years as a public reserve and is regularly used as a venue for private

Diane signs off after 28 years

By Geoff WALKER

AFTER some 28 years of continuous service to Port Stephens Marine Rescue (formerly the Coast Guard), Diane Wilson has signed off.

The 71-year-old passed away peacefully at her Lemon Tree Passage home recently with her long time partner Richard Osborne and family by her side.

She had been in poor health for some time.

Richard was full of praise for the Nelson Bay team of palliative care nurses who assisted Di in her final days.

She was an outstanding fundraiser

and community events, offering playgrounds, picnic areas and a cricket ground.

The Park and Wetland Committee have played a significant role in managing the natural beauty of the grounds, and ensuring facilities are maintained.

“We’ve helped get new toilets installed, got electric BBQs put in, and we were involved in getting the skate park set up,” said Robert.

The work has also included the restoration of a heritage shelter on the site, and a hut for bird-watching that overlooks the swamp-land.

“None of us really want the Committee to have to fold.”

Robert, who has been involved in the committee along with his wife Pam, is calling on members of the community to step in and become involved.

“Our Annual General Meeting is to be held on Monday 22 May 7:00pm at Seaham Hall.”

“We are urgently calling for new members as the current members have indicated they are no longer able to continue so if we don’t have an influx of new members the Committee will fold.”

and welfare officer for the volunteer organisation.

On top of this, Diane and Richard founded the Port Stephens Radio Club, of which she was treasurer. Recently the club won the national John Moyle Memorial Field Day (JMFD) competition. Their call sign was VK2DNE.

The club was founded in 2008. Their radio skills greatly assisted the smooth operation of the Marine Rescue base station at the top of Whitbread Drive, Lemon Tree Passage.

q Diane Wilson flanked by Richard Osborne and Alan Hill celebrating the Port Stephens Radio Club's 8th birthday.

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Our experienced care team are dedicated to delivering a warm and understanding approach for your needs with respect and dignity. Services may include showering, mobility and dressing assistance.

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Social outings, medical appointments, shopping and family outings.

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In home treatments to organise and manage appointments with Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapists, Podiatry and more to maintain your independence.

DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE

Caring staff assisting with house cleaning and laundry services and all domestic duties

HOME MAINTENANCE AND GARDENING

Mowing and light gardening with basic repairs to your home.

MOBILITY AND DEXTERITY SUPPORT

Ramps and safety rails for your mobility. Advice and access for mobility aids and equipment.

SES Unit take out Road Crash Challenge win

By Marian SAMPSON

THE Port Stephens SES Unit competed at the NSW State Road Crash Challenge 2023 event on the Coffs Coast last week, where the team once again took out top honours for their skills.

David Douglas, Unit Controller of the Port Stephens SES told News Of The Area, “The event provided an exceptional occasion for teams from all corners of the state to convene, not only to compete against each other, but also to share knowledge and hone

their skills collaboratively.”

Port Stephens SES often attend road crashes alongside NSW Police, NSW Fire and Rescue and the NSW Ambulance.

The SES team are involved in using equipment to extricate drivers and passengers from badly damaged vehicles, when conventional means of exit are impossible or inadvisable.

The SES stabilise vehicles and use the ‘Jaws Of Life’ to get people out of road crash incidents.

“The knowledge and skills we've honed over the past

few months for this challenge ultimately serve to benefit the community and their safety.

“Once again, it's wonderful to see Port Stephens ranked at the top this year,” Mr Douglas said.

“This achievement speaks not only to the skills of the team members, but also to the efforts of everyone at the Port Stephens unit who helped prepare them for the event, truly highlighting the unwavering commitment of

our volunteers.”

Competing in events against other SES teams ensures that everyone stays on top of their skills.

“The team is thrilled to go on to the upcoming national challenge (ARRO) in Adelaide and is eager to give their best effort,” he said.

Mark Rutter, NSW Fire and Rescue, Regional Events Coordinator for the Challenge told News Of The Area, “All teams were winners and had

a great weekend and learned new skills that will assist them when called upon to perform their duties.

“There was an environment of collaboration and sharing between agencies that will make for stronger, more resilient road and knowledgeable road crash rescue operators.

“The learnings over the weekend will potentially end up saving lives on our roads,” said Mark.

q The team in action at the challenge.

q The Port Stephens SES Unit team at the NSW State Road Crash Challenge.

Stinker’s Fishing column joins NOTA

By Doug CONNOR

NEWS Of The Area (NOTA)

is pleased to announce that John ‘Stinker’ Clarke’s longrunning fishing column will now be a weekly addition to our Port Stephens NOTA and Myall Coast NOTA publications.

An iconic Port Stephens identity, Stinker has been keeping the community entertained with his fishing stories, insights and anecdotes for 37 years.

“It is very pleasing to report that Stinker and Stinkpot have made a return,” Stinker said.

“With your input and ongoing interest, I will continue to give you a weekly report on all matters fishy, coming events, environmental issues and another of my great interests – local history.”

After hearing the news that his column would no longer be a feature of the Port Stephens Examiner, Stinker

said he had been blown away by the outpouring of community support.

“Can I take this opportunity to sincerely thank this great community for the overwhelming support I have received over the past week or so.

“It has been very humbling to discover how passionate and proud local residents are to protect local media input.

“Next year will be 50 years since my wife Ella and I drove into Nelson Bay in our little red Mini Minor after leaving Perth WA and crossing the unsealed Nullarbor Plain.

“We settled in Fingal Bay Port Stephens in 1975 and haven’t moved an inch since.

“Port Stephens is a magnificent part of the world and for all the time I have spent as a resident I’m not over it by a long shot.”

News Of The Area Director Michael Wright said he couldn’t wait to see

Stinker’s Fishin’ Whales!

By John ‘Stinker’ CLARKE

ANCHORED in ‘Stinkpot’, just off the crashing of waves in front of the lighthouse on Fingal Island, is exciting to say the least.

To anchor in such a dodgy spot there are a few variables that come into consideration including the Marine Park Sanctuary Zone, wind direction and strength, current direction and strength, water temperature and the tide cycle, just to name a few.

I am targeting snapper in 30 foot of water just out of the claws of the white water.

With about four loaves of bread, I start a rich berley trail that will interest all fish within cooee.

Once bait fish, yellowtail and slimy mackerel enter the berley stream it is time to get serious.

I have two rods about two metres long loaded up with 20lb line and a 6/0 hook – no sinker!

The preferred baits are freshly caught yellowtail or slimies cut crossways or, as I have recently discovered, a slice of fresh mullet fillet pinned at one end.

Toss the unweighted baits back behind the berley trail and hang on!

My last excursion before the huge sea that we recently experienced, resulted in eight cracker snapper and a spangled emperor from 3-5kg.

At this time of the year there is another consideration to take into account.

column was coming to an end we saw it was a great opportunity to get him involved.

“Hopefully the readers will continue to enjoy his humour and his passion for fishing and the community for a long time to come.”

Far more than a sport, Stinker instead sees fishing as “a way of life”.

“It's just something that you do," Stinker said.

“In sport there is some type of structure, generally an opponent and a result, a score, a winner and a loser.

“In fishing, to my way of thinking, there are no losers.

“Everyone wins a prize whether you can catch a fish or not.

“The prize is the recreational experience which can be even more valuable if you share that time with someone.

"I've always seen the funny side of fishing because I have never taken it seriously.

“To me, fishing is fun.

“It's as simple as that.

“Catching fish is easy, finding them is the hard part!

“There are a lot of places where fish aren't."

To appear in Stinker’s column to show off your fishing exploits, you can contact him at stinkerfishing@yahoo.com.

“Please continue to send me your fishy photos with a short story and hopefully it will appear in the paper which you can then cut out and stick it on the fridge door,” Stinker said.

Stinker’s columns appearing in the NOTA.

“Stinker is a legend

around Port Stephens,” Mr Wright said.

“When we saw that his

Here come the whales

As much as I love whales I wish that they didn’t love me as much.

Over the years I have noticed a significant increase in numbers and they are becoming far more inquisitive nosing up to ‘Stinkpot’, which is only three metres long.

I noticed that the official whale season starts on 1 June.

I have decided to jump on board a whale watcher and enjoy the thrill.

I reckon, if you can’t beat them, it is best to join them.

q Light keeper Wilf Tulk could grow anything.

Stinker’s History:

Farming on an island

DID you know that a light keeper on Fingal Island, Wilfred Tulk, grew bananas?

Not only bananas but a wide variety of the most beautiful vegetables particularly onions, cucumbers and tomatoes. Blanch’s cows, which wandered around the island, deposited a regular supply of fertiliser and a freshwater spring kept the plants well-watered.

Beautiful oranges, apples and lemons grew in healthy orchards along the track from the beach to the light.

Being isolated from the mainland since 1898, when the Maitland Gale washed away the finger of land forming the Spit, light keepers were required to become more self-sufficient.

No one was more capable than Wilfred.

“I'm sure the fishing experience resulted in my father and I being greater mates.

If local businesses would like to sponsor and appear alongside Stinker’s column in News Of The Area going forward, please contact Client Account Manager Tracey Bennett on 0484 263 558 or at tracey@ newsofthearea.com.au.

q Stinkpot off the Outer Light. Toss out and hang on!

q John ‘Stinker’ Clarke has joined News Of The Area.

Australia’s first Menopause Café to be held in Medowie

A MENOPAUSE Café, aimed at breaking down the stigma around menopause and increasing awareness of the impact of the menopause on those experiencing it, their family, friends and their colleagues, will be held in Medowie at Medowie Social on Thursday May 18.

A Menopause Café is a discussion group, open to all ages and genders: no talks, no experts and topics are chosen by participants.

People, often strangers, meet online or in person, to drink tea, eat cake and talk menopause.

The Menopause Café charity creates spaces for conversations about menopause, to normalise this transition stage.

The Menopause Café movement started in Perth, Scotland, in 2017 and has spread worldwide, with volunteers now hosting popup events in the UK, Bahrain, Mexico, USA, Austria, India and now Australia.

The charity also organise

an annual Menopause Festival, #FlushFest, which will be held in Edinburgh and online on September 8 and 9

“The Menopause Café is for everyone who wants to talk about the menopause,

to share their stories, experiences and questions - all made that little bit easier with tea and cake,” Rachel Weiss, founder of the Menopause Café charity said.

“Unfortunately, many people feel that they should just ‘get on with’ the menopause, with some never talking to their friends or family about it.

“People can come along and just listen, or join in the discussions, hopefully leaving with a clearer sense of the impact of the menopause on those who are experiencing it, alongside their families, friends and colleagues.”

Kirsty Wark, patron of the Menopause Café Charity, said, “I am delighted to be a patron of this charity which is dedicated to get everyone talking about the menopause.

“This is the way to a healthier, happier future.”

The Menopause Café Medowie event is being organised by Karen Richardson and will be held at Medowie Social on Thursday

Jenni Rossi to take stage in Little Women

By Marian SAMPSON

JENNI Rossi is a local entertainer who donates her time to many community groups in Port Stephens.

From 26 May to 4 June, Jenni will take to the stage as part of the Maitland Musical Society’s performance of Little Women at the historic Maitland Gaol.

“In a fortnight, I will be in a delightful musical with Maitland Musical Society called Little Women: The Broadway Musical to be held at the historical Maitland Gaol in May/June,” Jenni said.

Little Women is based on Louisa May Alcott’s life and follows the adventures of sisters Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March.

Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication, but the publishers are not interested.

Her friend, Professor Bhaer, tells her that she has to do better and write more from herself.

Begrudgingly taking this advice, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their experiences growing up in Civil War America.

Jenni is playing two roles in the performance.

“One as Aunt March and the other as Mrs Kirk the boarding house keeper,” she said.

“Another former local girl, Rachel Davies, is playing the lead as Jo March.”

Jenni and her fellow cast members are looking forward to seeing some faces from Port Stephens in the audience.

As a warm-up, Jenni recently gave a taste of her upcoming performance to the Ladies Probus Club of Port Stephens.

“The Ladies enjoyed an hour of wonderful singing by Jenni,” Jill Stephenson from the Probus Club told News Of The Area,

Probus Club goes bush to beach

May 18 from 11.30am to 1.30pm.

“Travelling through the stages of menopause myself and realising that menopause is still an uncomfortable topic to talk about openly, even amongst friends, I was inspired by Menopause Café Charity events,” Karen said.

“Menopause touches everyone at some stage of our life, be it our own experience, or that of our partner, sister, mother, friend, and because of this all are welcome to attend.

“Together we can increase awareness, break down barriers to discussion, share experiences, and normalise menopause.

“Menopause is not just "women's business" and can really affect our mental health.”

“Having open conversations in a safe environment helps you to realise you are not alone, you are not going crazy, and learning from other people's experiences might even set

you on a pathway to better managing your symptoms."

Charlie Way, owner and general manager of Medowie Social said, "I'm glad that we could support Karen by providing a venue for her Menopause Café.

“Menopause is an important topic and I am glad to be part of this movement to help bring people together and raise awareness."

For those people who are unsure about coming to such an event Karen wants to reassure potential participants that there are rules that hosts must follow to do our best to ensure you have the most positive experience you can.

Walk-ins are welcome but booking is recommended.

For more information, please visit Karen's Facebook page https://www.facebook. com/PositivelyPausal or email positivelypausal@ hotmail.com.

Details are also available on the Events tab on http:// www.menopausecafe.net

By Marian SAMPSON

THE Combined Probus Club of Medowie travelled from bush to beach recently, enjoying lunch at Saltwater at Fingal Bay Surf Club.

Getting out for a meal together is a monthly activity for the club, who run regular ‘Munchies’ events.

Club spokesperson Kevin Tomlinson told News Of The Area, “The Club had a fantastic presentation at the monthly meeting from two members of the Fort Scratchley volunteers.

“They gave an absolutely wonderful presentation with plenty of graphics, to give the history of Fort Scratchley and the present situation.

“The importance of the guns were explained and the occasions where they had been fired to defend our coastline was detailed - they had been fired on submarines threatening Newcastle and

the harbour during WWII.”

The presentation was very well appreciated by members and further questions were directed to the presenters during the subsequent morning tea.

“The guest speakers at the regular monthly meetings are always so informative, which along with the regular ‘munchies’ makes for a very interesting club," Kevin said.

The Medowie Probus Club meets on the third Wednesday of each month (except December) at 10.00 am at the Medowie Community Centre.

Further information can be obtained by contacting the club at medowieprobus@ gmail.com.

“We always look forward to seeing any interested people who are retired or semi-retired and are looking for something to occupy their time,” Kevin said.

2023.

q Medowie Social owner and general manager Charlie Way (left) with Menopause Café Medowie host Karen Richardson (right).

q Jenni Rossi performing at the Nelson Bay Ladies Probus Club meeting.

q Members of the Combined Probus Club of Medowie enjoying lunch at the beachside.

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Motorama 2023 returns to Tilligerry RSL

By Geoff WALKER

MOTORAMA 2023 is back with a vengeance and Sunday, May 21 is the day when all roads will be leading to the Tilligerry RSL.

Without doubt, the vintage car event is the biggest day on the Tilligerry social calender, raising countless thousands of dollars for the John Hunter Children's Hospital.

Progressively, the total is well over $150,000 and organisers expect a big turnout from individual car owners and regional clubs once again.

A monster raffle will distribute $2,500 in petrol vouchers.

The Tilligerry Car Club oversees the event every year.

For more information visit Tilligerry Motorama on Facebook.

Have a ball with the Tilligerry Lions Club

By Geoff WALKER

IF you think that balls are old fashioned and a thing of the past, think again.

The Tilligerry Lions Club is running a ball with a difference on 27 May which is completely booked out!

Lions volunteers making a difference

By Marian SAMPSON

THE Lions Club of Soldiers Point may be small, but they do big things in our local community.

support we can give goes a long way to assist with their service provision.

Proceeds from the Op Shop Ball will go to the jjupiter Youth Counselling Service. The dress code is simple. Those attending must be dressed in apparel purchased in op shops.

You may have seen the Lions out at regular markets and events, cooking up sausage sandwiches and bacon and egg rolls.

The impact of this morning snack, put together by this dedicated team, is seen in a wide array of areas.

The Soldiers Point Lions Club has engaged with the Tomaree Neighbourhood Centre and the Yacaaba Centre for a few years now as part of their commitment to our community.

Both centres provide emergency hampers for those who need a helping hand.

Sharon Blunt of the Lions Club of Soldiers Point told News Of The Area, “Many of our BBQs assist us with the payments to these two worthy centres who provide valuable assistance.

“The need for these services has increased especially this year and any

“Over the last five years we have been providing and delivering food to both centres and we provide six deliveries to each centre per year.

“Each shop we do is $200 worth of food which we have liaised with the centres as to what they require each month.”

World Hunger Day approaches on 28 May 2023, and the need for emergency food provisions remains high in the local community.

“Some members of our local community are doing it hard at present and that little bit of food hampers help to

make their journey a little easier,” Sharon said. The Lions shoppers that usually provide this service to our community are Sharon Blunt and Virginia Andrews.

The items will be donated back to the charity stores after the Ball is over.

Local op shops carry an amazing range of designer clothing and after-five wear.

“We are told that older people go through their wardrobes and clean out anything they will never wear again or clothing they have 'outgrown',” Lynley Keers, Tilligerry Lions Club explained.

“Also, those downsizing just haven't the room for the mountains of items that have built up over the years.

“This results in a broad range of quality clothing available,” she said.

Prizes for 'Fashions on the Floor' will be a highlight of the night.

“Some of the young people in particular want to have fun and are dressing up in outrageous outfits.

“It's a great night to let it all hang out and beat the winter blues,” she added.

The venue will be the Auditorium at Club Lemon Tree.

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q Entries from previous Motoramas.

q Lions Sharon Blunt and Virginia Andrews with a Lions Club hamper donation at the Yacaaba Centre.

q Vinnies volunteers with some of their quality clothing.

q Lynley Keers from the Tilligerry Lions Club.

Not so geriatric

By Geoff WALKER

TREKKERS, cyclists, motor bike enthusiasts and car clubs: these are the types of out-of-towners who flock to Tilligerry.

With waterfront tracks, boardwalks, bush trails and cycle ways, there is something for everyone keen to maintain fitness and get a breath of the great outdoors.

Add to that a cafe studded waterfront park with magnificent views and the abundance of bird life and it's hard to beat Tilligerry as a desired destination.

Just recently the area was paid a visit by a Newcastle cycling club with the rather unflattering title of the 'Geriactive Playgroup'. There was certainly nothing

geriatric about them.

They had left their vehicles at Oyster Cove and went on a pre-planned ride across the old rutile mining track to Tanilba and then circled Tanilba House.

Next it was on to Mallabula and up to Rooke's Point before going through the scrub and back down to the suburb itself.

Their halfway point was Henderson Park in Lemon Tree Passage where they relaxed at a waterside cafe.

After this, they retraced their steps.

Only one got lost.

The club has no formal structure and individual members pre-plan outings.

Tilligerry has been high on their priority and they keep returning.

q The Geriactive Playgroup poses for a photo at Mallabula.

Contact is maintained via their Facebook page with reports of outings and plans

q A trekking group of women.

for future rides. Just punch in 'geriactive playgroup' on Google search and you will learn much more.

You might even want to join in.

q A visiting bikers club at Tanilba.

Caravan capers with Probus Club of Port Stephens

By Marian SAMPSON

FORTY NINE members of the Probus Club of Port Stephens headed off on their annual Cara Caper Getaway trip recently, spending a very enjoyable few days at the Ingenia Holiday Resort in South West Rocks.

Ann Gibson told News Of The Area, “All enjoyed the activities arranged by Phil and Petah Dodd.

“This included the first night, with Happy Hour and a welcome in the very comfortable games room.

“In the following days, members appreciated the big BBQ dinner, the bacon and egg roll brekky, the ‘not so trivial’ general trivia and a music version of trivia which was a lot of fun.”

Hilarious bush poetry was thrown into the mix, while

members also enjoyed a photo presentation of past Cara Camper trips.

“The highlight was the traditional cocktail party when ‘the Cowboy’, ‘the Cardsharp’ and ‘the Gangster’ made another appearance to mix up a selection of brews to keep all in a happy mood,” Ann said.

The smooth running of this trip was attributed to slick organisation by Phil and Petah,

and the cooperation of many members who volunteered to help with the activities throughout the week.

“It was so good to see so many men in aprons manning the BBQ!” Ann said.

“The last night was ‘Pizzas on a Trailer' complete with a Pizza guy.”

Away from the park there was plenty to see in the area with interesting small towns

nearby and the Trial Bay Gaol as a major attraction.

“There was a great selection of restaurants and cafes with the Trial Bay Kiosk serving up a tasty lunch to all of the mob; no mean feat with the dishwasher on the blink!”

The Club’s next big event is their 40th anniversary celebration.

The Port Stephens Probus Club is a mixed gender club

that has activities to suit everyone, and welcomes retired and semi-retired seniors to check them out. Visit the website on www. probusclubofportstephens. org or attend a meeting on the second Thursday of the month 10.30am at the Nelson Bay Bowling Club.

The Membership Director is Marilynn who can be contacted on 0417 485 614.

q Happy Hour was a highlight for the crew that went on the Cara Caper.

q Cocktail hour with the Cowboy, the Cardsharp and the Gangster.

A cultural community celebration to captivate all

A CELEBRATION of community, culture and connection will brighten up Raymond Terrace this May, through a captivating display of fire and light, with a finale of fireworks.

The outdoor event, Illuminate Raymond Terrace, will be held on Friday 26 May at Riverside Park, Raymond Terrace, bringing families and new residents together with a focus on inclusion, culture, diversity and belonging.

Mayor Ryan Palmer said that Illuminate Raymond Terrace will offer a varied and dynamic program of events that the whole family can enjoy.

“We’re proud to have curated an impactful collection of elements of fire and light with activities for people of all ages – from the ‘Toasted’ silent disco zone and the giant illuminated spaceship, to karaoke, live music, food trucks and fireworks – you really can’t miss it,” Mayor Palmer said.

“Those who’ve lived in Raymond Terrace for a while will remember how Illuminate Boomerang Park

brought our community together through lantern making that explored our history – this is a brighter, exciting extension of that celebration.

“With the celebration of culture and diversity, Illuminate Raymond Terrace is the perfect opportunity for us to welcome our newest citizens into our community.

“Each year, we welcome an average of 34 new citizens to Port Stephens and I’m thrilled that after this next ceremony, our new residents can mingle with their new community in a fun and memorable way,” Mr Palmer added.

Following a citizenship ceremony at 4pm, the community can get creative and make their own lantern, experience a special community parade and be awed by fire twirlers, roving artists and much more.

“We’re so thankful that funding from NSW Multicultural is helping our newest residents have a truly magical welcome to our community, creating a sense of belonging and inclusivity

– while also increasing vibrancy to the town centre of Raymond Terrace,” Mayor Palmer said.

Fire flames lining the pathway along the iconic river will lead festival goers through an array of attractions like face painting, live music, lantern making, a sideshow alley, roving fire twirlers and performers, all the way to a giant illuminated spaceship hosting a DJ for the silent disco.

The evening will conclude with a spectacular display of fireworks at 9pm.

Illuminate Raymond Terrace will take place from 5pm on Friday 26 May 2023, and is a free event made possible by funding from the NSW Government.

Port Stephens Council was successful in securing 2 individual grants to support 3 major events across Port Stephens in 2023. Council secured $311,000 from NSW Government’s Reconnecting Regional NSW event fund, and $100,000 from Multicultural NSW. Illuminate is the second event, with the final event, bimay bunaga, being held in August.

Read more about the event at pscouncil.info/ illuminate-raymond-terrace

q The event will feature the ‘Toasted’ silent disco zone.

Key local initiatives supported by volunteers

By Marian SAMPSON

VOLUNTEERS play a vital role in supporting key initiatives being delivered across multiple sectors in Port Stephens.

Placemaking is a multifaceted approach to the planning, design and management of public spaces.

In this space, there are plenty of local volunteers, including from the Tomaree Headland Heritage Group, who are working with the State Government and Port Stephens Council to transition the old Tomaree Lodge site to be used for community and recreation use.

They are also engaged in gathering the military history of the Tomaree Headland and developing a history book for the benefit of visitors, the community and historians.

Meanwhile, the Port Stephens Community Arts Centre promotes and encourages the development of arts and crafts in the Port Stephens area.

“We offer our community the opportunity to experience and take part in a

broad range of art and craft activities,” Liz Berger from the Arts Centre said.

“We pride ourselves on cultivating creativity and friendship via community arts and crafts.

“One of the joys of being a member is the volunteering aspect, where members provide customer service in the Gallery for a three-hour half-day shift once a month.

“Running the Arts Centre requires a vast array of skills.

“It is rewarding to be supported by our volunteers, who have unique skills and perspectives.

“Arts centre volunteers enjoy building bonds and connections with other members, and the wider community.

“This in turn benefits the growth and development of the Arts Centre immensely.”

Caring for Our Port Stephens Youth (COPSY) is the management team behind jupiter, a local youth counselling service run by the community.

“Delivering support pathways towards mental fitness and wellbeing creating a brighter future for our Port Stephens youth,” Meryl Miller said.

“jupiter provides free,

easily accessible, private and confidential mental health and wellness support, with a variety of non-judgemental counselling, recreation and wellbeing opportunities to the youth (12-25 years) in the Port Stephens LGA.

“As a community run service, we rely on dedicated experienced volunteers to support our counselling team with various administration and event positions.

“Our volunteers feel that they have a positive impact in our community, by helping to support our organisation and improving the lives and outcomes for others.

“The COPSY management committee that empowers jupiter is made up of volunteers that add value to our charitable organisation.

“The Management Committee is currently looking for new motivation like minded applicants for the positions of President, and Treasurer.

“Volunteering for COPSY brings many personal rewards and benefits to one's life and helps individuals feel more connected and valued in having a positive impact in Caring of Our Port Stephens Youth,” Meryl said.

q The jupiter mental health counselling service, powered by volunteers, is a much needed support for Port Stephens youth.

National Volunteers Week Volunteers dig in

By Marian SAMPSON

THE Hunter Region Botanic Gardens is an amazing organisation powered by volunteers.

The 130 hectare site includes 30 hectares of gardens which are all groomed to perfection by volunteers that aren’t afraid to dig in to get them gardens looking immaculate.

100 hectares on the site is bushland where the natural assets of the region are

retained.

Volunteer Jeannie Lawson of the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens told News Of The Area, “The bottom line is we can’t run without volunteers.”

There are over 200 volunteers that attend the gardens to perform tasks ranging from propagation and maintenance of the gardens to servicing equipment and organising events.

What each volunteer actually does relates to their

area of interests and what they want to do.

“There are a lot of social activities for the volunteers including a chat over morning

tea,” Jeannie said.

Volunteering at the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens is a perfect fit for people who love gardening and wish to explore their passion for plants.

“We hold events for Mother’s Day, an autumn fair,

q Volunteers get their hands dirty as they dig down and lay pavers.

bush tucker days and special children's days like the teddy bears picnic,” Jeannie said.

The Gardens also feature specialised workshops and guided walks like the Gundabooka Aboriginal Walk.

“The orchid house is an amazing space as well.”

The gardens has many long term volunteers, some of whom have been contributing for more than 20 years.

The gardens receive no government funding and rely heavily on corporate sponsorship and grants.

There is a small entry fee of $5 and a cafe where profits go back into the garden. The Gardens also sell plants.

The University of Newcastle is collaborating with the Gardens on research which has seen nesting boxes installed to assist local wildlife.

If you are interested in digging into the world of volunteering and you love gardening, perhaps the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens is the place for you.

q Lorraine Zion and Helen Howard, volunteers at the Hunter Region Botanic Garden.

q Volunteer Helen Howard.

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Op shop staff share joys of volunteering

AS part of National Volunteer Week (15-21 May), News Of The Area is highlighting some of the incredible volunteers that make Port Stephens so special.

One local hub for volunteers is the Red Cross Shop on Stockton Street, Nelson Bay.

“To celebrate Volunteer Week it gives me great pleasure to talk about the wonderful work our volunteers at Nelson Bay Red Cross bring to the shop each and every week,” Red Cross Shop Manager Jo Gordon said.

“Whether it’s for four hours a week or fourteen, every one of them comes in with a smile and a spring in their step ready to make the shop a brighter place.”

This week Jo reached out to her volunteer staff and asked why they chose to donate their time with the Red Cross Shop.

Volunteer Lee left paid work around six and a half years ago, before realising she missed the connection and social outlet that employment provided.

“I wanted to give back to the wonderful community I’d been part of for so long so I chose the Red Cross after looking into the amazing humanitarian roles it takes on for people in need,” Lee said.

“The location in Nelson Bay is perfect to meet a huge range of people.”

Annette has been with the Red Cross for four years and loves meeting the tourists who come in from all over the world.

“She started working here when the store first opened as she loved the look of what was going on in the shop,” Jo said.

Annette has made some beautiful friends through her volunteer role and said the regulars in the shop keep her laughing with their stories.

Another volunteer, Cathy, said, “Having spare time to give as I only work part time, Red Cross was the ideal place for me.

“I knew some of the volunteers already but have now met others and enjoy every shift I have worked.

“I love the happy atmosphere and especially how the customers react to the shop and all the volunteers.

“I get great job satisfaction as you can feel you are making a positive difference.”

New volunteer Louise did her first volunteer shift with the Red Cross Shop last week.

“As a new volunteer I enjoyed the morning, meeting and talking with the clients is to me what volunteering is all about.

“l am really looking forward to my next shift.”

Red Cross Shop Nelson Bay is constantly seeking more volunteers to join the team.

“We are always looking for new volunteers and invite men and women from all walks of life to come and see what it's all about,” Jo said.

“Come into the store and we can set you up.”

Jo also wished to remind the community that the Red Cross Shop

is always on the hunt for quality donations of clothing (both men's and women's), handbags, scarves, jewellery, shoes and books.

“We have a donation bin at the storefront or one of our wonderful staff can help you unload your car by calling 0412461019,” Jo said.

“All monies raised from these sales are returned back into communities for a range of humanitarian relief such as crisis assistance during natural disasters, war, famines etc.

“It allows for the Red Cross to support homeless and isolated people but it also supports a tonne of other networks to assist all those in need.

“It's an amazing organisation to

q Red Cross Shop Manager Jo Gordon and volunteer Lynnie. be part of and we truly thank every single volunteer for their support and contribution to keep us operating,” Jo said.

Volunteering to connect to a new community

By Marian SAMPSON

REGULAR readers will know just how much fun Probus Club members have.

The clubs are geared to promote fun and friendship for those who are retired or semi-retired and are an offshoot of Rotary Clubs.

“The Probus Club of Port Stephens, as do all Probus Clubs, welcomes retired and semi-retired seniors of both genders to join their happy band of like minded people,” Ann Gibson,

Probus Club of Port Stephens, told News Of The Area.

“The members who volunteer to join the committee or nominate to organise activities do their very best to be thoughtful and inclusive in these many and varied functions.

“There is something for everyone.”

Members are encouraged to go out of their way to welcome newcomers and make sure they feel comfortable.

“We also have a culture of looking after our members and reinforcing the catch cry of Probus which is ‘Fun, Fellowship and Friendship’ and sometimes we add ‘Functions, Food and Frivolity’.”

Many people retire to Port Stephens, leaving behind family and friends, and may feel isolated and a little friendless.

Joining a Club such as Probus can enrich one’s life, keep you active and connected to your local community.

Volunteering at a club is a great way to connect to a new community.

“We are very fortunate in Port Stephens to have a number of Probus Clubs as well as a wide choice of other organisations to join.

“But why not give Probus a try?

“You won’t be sorry!” said Ann. Probus Clubs do not require members to be actively involved in fundraising.

You can find out more at www. probusclubofportstephens.org

q Red Cross Shop Manager Jo Gordon with volunteers Annette, Penny, Lee and Sue.

q Just some of the volunteers at the Probus Club of Port Stephens.

Dorin’s Draws By Paul DORIN On theCouch

DEAR Jasminda,

MY husband is extremely social and I'm introverted.

He will often say, 'Oh such and such is dropping in for drinks tonight' which makes me stressed.

Is there any way we can reach some sort of compromise on this?

Hettie W. Dear Hettie,

THEY say opposites attract, but usually that's at the start of a relationship when you're both wearing rose-coloured glasses and drinking a lot of wine.

It's wonderful that your husband is social, but that doesn't mean he has to give so little notice when he plans to have people over.

If you're introverted, you probably like to prepare for these occasions with a cheese platter or a migraine (migraines are a fool-proof way of getting out of social events since they give you permission to retreat to a dark room for about five hours).

I think the first part of the compromise needs to be that your husband gives you a couple of days to warm up to the idea of guests coming over.

If you're given enough notice, you may find that you enjoy catching up with other people and it's just the spontaneity of the get-togethers that you don't like.

The second part of the compromise could be that every second week, you get to choose a social event more in keeping with your personality, which may be watching a movie, or strolling along a beach, or enjoying a nice meal for two.

Perhaps explain to your extroverted husband that introverts need to recharge by spending time alone.

If he can't quite grasp how it feels to be an introvert, starve him of sleep for eight hours, then send him to a food court in the morning and the mosh pit of a heavy metal concert in the evening.

He'll get the idea.

Lack of notice for offshore wind farm proposal consultation

DEAR News Of The Area,

I WRITE to express my extreme disappointment that BlueFloat Energy failed to provide timely and adequate notification to the Port Stephens community of public information sessions regarding their proposal to build offshore wind farms.

Consequently I and many others have missed a valuable opportunity to gather basic facts and then to assess the viability or otherwise of the proposal.

This proposed development will have significant impacts on the local community and

the marine ecosystem.

BlueFloat Energy therefore has an obligation to this community to ensure we have a thorough understanding of the proposal and adequate time to assess it.

I seek that BlueFloat arrange another round of information sessions with wider and more timely publicity about times and venues.

Regards,

Cherylle STONE, Soldiers Point.

Fun and friendship

By Marian SAMPSON

THE new monthly meeting place for Fingal Bay Probus Club members has given them even more chances for them to enjoy their get togethers.

After a rewarding April morning meeting at the Community Hall on Norburn Street, they enjoyed a celebratory and chatty morning tea.

Julia Redlich told News Of The Area, “A few days after our meeting an eager crowd met for a delicious lunch at Mod Thai, Shoal Bay.

“During our regular walking for pleasure event at George Reserve, we were caught in heavy rain however we pivoted and enjoyed our retreat to Salamander Sailing Club for

flourishing

coffee on the veranda, with its wonderful views over the bay.

“At last, beautiful sunshine left no excuse not to don sunglasses and discover that Salamander Jetty is a great place for a pleasant stroll.”

The Fingal Bay Probus Club meets at 9.30am on the second Monday of each month at the Community Hall, 8 Norburn Street, Nelson Bay.

New members and visitors are welcome to learn about Probus and activities such as barbecues, movies, day trips, morning teas and wine appreciation.

For more information call Rosamund on 0419 119 216.

From the Mayor’s desk It’s

By RYAN PALMER Mayor, Port Stephens Council

happening Raymond Terrace

IF you have been out and about in Raymond Terrace over the last few weeks, you will probably already know – there is a lot going on!

These road improvements, upgrades to the town centre, events and activations are coming to life after several years of planning.

You may remember, in 2020, we asked the community about their vision for Raymond Terrace.

This led to the Raymond Terrace Public Domain Plan – a plan for how we’ll improve public space in Raymond Terrace over the next 20 years.

Since then we’ve been rolling out a program of works to create better place and spaces. We’ve been reinvigorating the William Street Precinct by installing new shade structures, decking with seating, planter boxes and pavement stamping to highlight the William Street crossing area.

Last week we kicked off our Streets as Shared Spaces program working with local aboriginal artists and students to bring vibrancy and colour to the town centre.

You will see street art on furniture, walls and other underutilised spaces, pavement art and a new community corner that will bring the old Fire Station site to life.

In the next few months, we’re focusing on a number of road and traffic improvements to slow down cars and increase safety.

We’re also building a new shared path to better connect the community to the town centre.

At the end of all these works, we’ll be celebrating with a number of community events and activations like the upcoming Illuminate Raymond Terrace.

Illuminate Raymond Terrace will be held on Friday 26 May at Riverside Park.

This event will be a celebration of community and culture, brightening up Raymond Terrace through an amazing display of fire and light. Kicking off with a citizenship ceremony, festival goers can experience a number of attractions including a giant illuminated spaceship hosting a DJ for the silent disco.

We’ll finish the night with a bang with a huge fireworks display.

This event will be free and open to all.

It’ll be a great way to celebrate everything we love about Raymond Terrace – I look forward to seeing you there.

Find out more about what’s happening in Raymond Terrace visit portstephens@nsw.gov.au or follow us on social media, Facebook - @ PortStephensCouncil or Instagram - @ pscouncil.

READING by Lynne Miles: 1 Thessalonians 5; 2 & 3 (Paraphrased) "So people, now you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. While people are saying, "Peace and Safety," destruction will come on them suddenly, as labour pains on a pregnant woman, and they will not escape."

q Graeme Paul, Geraldine Jeffery and Rex Sneyd. Photo: Lynn Moffitt.

Carpe diem, Jasminda.

Yulong Oval to benefit from newly installed state of the art LED sports field lighting system

poles that completely cover our two competition fields and Juniors field,” revealed Mr Radcliffe.

“These new lights are a

huge fillip for our club and will make a big difference in being able to safely train and exercise during the cooler months of the year,” he said.

“Another plus is that the club can remotely manage

the lighting of our sporting facility from anywhere in the region with the Lighting Control app,” Luke added.

Medowie FC can boast healthy numbers for the 2023 season with 52 teams registered from Under 6s through to Over 35s.

They will field two senior

women's teams in the Friday night All Age competition plus the inaugural Over 30s women series that is played on Monday nights plus junior all girl teams in the Under 7s, Under 10s and Under 12s.

The Bumblebees have made an early impact in

the Under 15A competition under the guidance of Zone Head Coach Matt Morris where they sit on top of the table while Jaye Walker’s Under 12A team are currently in second spot.

Medowie FC will celebrate Female Football Week this Sunday May 21

with two charity matches at Yulong Oval – the club’s Over 30s Women team v the Over 35s Men at 10.30am followed by the All Age Women v All Age Men at 12 noon. These games will be preceded by the Medowie U/12s Girls fixture at 9am.

Local boxing champ bids for the NSW Cruiserweight title

By Chris KARAS

NELSON Bay native Aaron Cocco puts his pugilistic skills to the test during this Saturday’s ‘Last Boxing Dance’ at the Nelson Bay Bowling & Recreational Club on Stockton Street.

The 27-year-old Cocco is the main drawcard when he squares off with Tonga Tongotongo for the vacant Australian National Boxing Federation NSW Cruiserweight title.

Affectionately known as Aaron ‘The Assassin’, the local champ returned to the ring two years ago having reignited his passion for the sport and establishing Next Level Boxing in Salamander Bay.

They don’t come tougher than the super fit Cocco, who remains undefeated after three professional fights.

He toppled former Wests Tigers rugby league centre Tim Simona in his debut fight in 2021 by TKO before registering impressive wins over Dane Alchin and Sio Andrews.

A confident Cocco told News Of The Area, “I’m ready to rumble with a fine boxer like Tongo after an intensive preparation for this title fight.

“This is my fourth career fight and I would love nothing better than to claim the NSW Cruiserweight title in front of my loyal supporters at home,” Aaron said.

The Cocco v Tongo bout is the main event over eight three minute rounds on a quality boxing card.

Two other pro heavyweight duels feature Bryce Jones v Jeff King and David Leard v Jack Maris.

Doors open at 12 noon.

The first of twelve amateur fights kicks off at 1pm followed by the three pro bouts.

VIP tables are still available for $2500, seating ten for a food, drinks and ringside table package.

General admission tickets are $60 at the door. Enquiries on 0456 194 251.

Karuah girls do Knights proud at Country Championships

By Chris KARAS

A BATCH of rugby league players from the historic town of Karuah have covered themselves in glory at this year’s NSW Womens Country Rugby League Championships.

Talented prop Jess Neilson, centres Ebony Oakley and Lowana McDougall, five eighth Haley Dews and interchange Taquiah Lukaszewicz – all products of the Karuah Roos RLFC - were part of the powerful Newcastle Hunter Knights women's representative side that finished runners up to Monaro Colts in the 2023 Women's Country Championship trophy decider.

The Knights defeated Northern Tigers (20-6), Central Coast (1210), North Coast Bulldogs (10-0) and Northern Rivers Titans (160) to finish top of their Pool in the Northern Division Conference staged at Coffs Harbour.

All conquering Monaro claimed top spot in the Southern Division Conference after toppling Riverina Bulls (22-14), Illawarra South Coast Dragons (32-10), Western Rams (28-0) and Macarthur Wests Tigers

(26-4) in Queanbeyan.

There was no stopping the Colts in the Championship Grand Final with the Monaro team posting a 34-0 drubbing of the Knights at Leichhardt Oval.

A highlight was the class and pace of the Monaro back division with elusive winger Tijana Zdravevska (3), fullback Krystal Blackwell (2), centre Madyson Tooth and winger Lily Croker bagging all of the team’s seven tries.

Despite the Grand Final loss, the Knights can hold their heads high after producing stout-hearted efforts throughout the tournament.

The skilful Neilson made an impact with her power running and ball skills up front while crafty pivot Dews struck up a fine combination with sharp centres Oakley and McDougall.

Newcastle Hunter were ably led by inspirational lock and skipper Britney Duff with dashing fullback Amy Waterhouse also turning in superb displays.

The Knights were managed by Karuah Roos RLFC President and leading hooker Daniel Evans.

q Karuah Roos stars Jess Neilson, Taquiah Lukaszewicz, Ebony Oakley, Lowana McDougall and Haley Dews represented Newcastle Hunter Knights with distinction at the recent NSW Womens Country Rugby League Championships. They are pictured with team manager Daniel Evans – the Karuah Roos RLFC President and highly rated men’s hooker.

q Undefeated Nelson Bay boxer Aaron ‘The Assassin’ Cocco will fight Tonga Tongotongo this Saturday for the NSW Cruiserweight Title.

Lawn Bowls Pennants Drama

By Peter SMITH

A LARGE crowd gathered in the autumn sun for the penultimate round of Newcastle Zone ‘Pennants’ critical in determining the Zone finalists.

Soldiers Point first team faced a strong 12 man Raymond Terrace team (the Jets).

One of the Jets teams was skipped by star recruit and international representative Aron Sherriff, and they were up against a

q Four Members of the winning team - A Gleeson, B Ahoy, G Kelly and M Beesley (skip).

Soldiers Point team with Nick Cahill as Skip.

In a major upset, Cahill's team, playing brilliant bowls, defeated Sherriff's team 30 shots to 9, setting the tone for an overall win for Soldiers Point!

It is now likely that both these

Triathletes compete at One Mile

By Marian SAMPSON

LAST weekend saw the return of the Tri Port Stephens Festival at One Mile Beach.

The event took in a range of triathlon options, with athletes enjoying good weather conditions.

A standard triathlon is a swim, bike and run event, however the Port Stephens Triathlon also offered competitors an Aquabike option with only the swim and cycle components.

Shortened triathlon sprint series events were also offered.

The winner of the standard triathlon was Lyall Smyth from Newcastle with a time of 2:04:06.

Lyall completed the swim in 25.05 minutes and transitioned to the cycle in 1.15 minutes which he completed in 58.21 minutes after which he quickly transitioned to the run in under a minute which he completed in 38.27 minutes.

Sarah Brady took out first place in the women's division with times of swim in 31.14 minutes and transitioned to the cycle in 1.47 minutes which he completed in 1 hour 9.33 minutes transitioning

to the run in just over 1.5 minutes which she completed in 42.06 minutes.

In the team relays the Lyon Lobsters took out the men's irst place and Swedish Summer the women’s.

In the mixed division it was the Fast Froggies that took the win.

Dudley Hoskins took the win in the men’s Aquabike race with

Jean Edge taking the gong in the women’s event.

There was an atmosphere of fun surrounding the event with support provided by Rotary and a sausage sizzle for the hungry attendees.

The event is heavily supported by volunteers who man refreshment and marshalling stations.

teams will contest the State Finals.

Soldiers Point second team had a convincing win over Adamstown 57 shots to 34.

The seventh grade team also had a good win.

Both these teams will now play in a "round robin" to determine

their proceeding to the State Finals Soldiers Point Bowls Director Mark Watt, said he is pleased three of the Soldiers Point Pennant teams have good prospects of competing in the State Finals and thanked the selectors for their good work in sometimes difficult circumstances.

q Tension as Beesley's black bowl reaches the head.

q There was lots of family fun with face painting proving ever popular with local artist Judi Walker.

q The end of the swim. Photo: Henk Tobbe.

q The bike leg.

Photo: Henk Tobbe.

q Taking line honours at this year's event was Lyall Smyth.

STYLISH SEASHELL LIVING

• Rarely does a unit of this calibre become available, but here it is.

• A very desirable home unit, less than 500 metres to the town centre and closer to the waterfront, this upmarket residence is quite unique.

• Consisting of three bedrooms, family bathroom, ensuite off the main, stylish and newly renovated kitchen adjoining a generous combined lounge and dining room.

• There is an abundance of windows giving a very bright feel to the home unit.

• There is a large front balcony accessed from the living room, and additional balconies servicing the master suite and second and third bedroom.

• The complex features a private swimming pool and BBQ area.

• There is two car spaces in the secured garage and a separate storage room for your toys.

• The home unit is light filled and has many features that would make it very appealing to both owner occupiers and people wanting that quality holiday home.

6/21-23 Magnus Street

FOR SALE $995,000

HEATH JONES STEPHEN COSTELLO HUGH MCINNES STEVEN BOOTH JACK JONES DEBORAH DORAN

Cafe and take-away lease opportunity

Shops 5 and 6, 2 Soldiers Point Road, Soldiers Point

$31,500 pa + GST and outgoings

AVAILABLE through Nelson Bay

Real Estate is this modern, street level retail/cafe space in one of the most beautiful parts of NSW!

The location has most recently been used as a cafe and a take-away, with a separate entrance for each.

The space is completely fitted out and read for you to build your

own business in paradise!

- Comprising two adjoining lots, plus exclusive use of the small courtyard area.

- Excellent exposure and customer base, with two street frontages, large windows, and luxury units above.

- Shop 5 consists of the takeaway counter and full kitchen (with commercial exhaust and grease trap connection), Shop 6 has the cafe counter and seating.

- Two storerooms (with internal/ covered access from the shop)

- Superb location: Parkland and tennis courts are opposite, with prestige homes, apartments and holiday properties surrounding.

- Located on a beautiful peninsula, and only a few hundred metres to the water's edge in almost all directions.

For further details please contact Nelson Bay Real Estate on 02 4981 2655 for an information pack, including inventory, details on outgoings, floor plan and virtual tour link.

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TIDES

Graph and Times are for Sydney Fort Denison

TIDE CHART - 7 DAYS

THE RIGHT TABLE SHOW TIDAL VARIATIONS AT SEVERAL LOCATIONS

The time variation should be added to the corresponding Fort Denison time. In view of the variations caused by local conditions and meteorological effects, these times are approximate and must be considered as a guide only. They are not to be relied on for critical depth calculations for safe navigation. Actual times of High and Low Water may occur before or after the times indicated.

1. A circle on the stop sign is smaller.

2. The man has less laces on one sandal. 3. One of the horse’s ears is pointing up.

4. The V is missing from the chariot number plate. 5. A column is missing from the temple. PICTURE CROSSWORD: 1. Boot. 2. Cactus. 3. Guitar. 4. Tiger. 5. Tree. OTTER.

Funeral Notice

Wanted to Buy

War Medals

Top prices paid by local collector. Call Jim 0400 060 215

Personals

STYLES

Debra Lee

10th May 2023

Late of Bulahdelah

Aged 63 Years

Dearly loved wife of Kevin. Loving mother and mother-in-law of Jenna and Vernon, Trent and Kristie, adored grandmother of Lola, Billie, Lachlan and Levi. Much loved daughter of John (dec) and Brenda, loved sister and sister-in-law of Maree and David, Brad (Bub) and Sandy, Terry Styles.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Debra’s life on Friday 19th May 2023, commencing at 11.00am at St Johns Anglican Church, Stroud Street, Bulahdelah.

MAYFIELD 02 4968 9401

Public Notices

Karuah Motor Yacht Club

is a sports club that is family orientated located on the Karuah River Waterfront. We are a licensed premises open every Friday night from 5:00pm for delicious meals and desserts.

0415 419 741 mail@kmyc.net.au

LADY seeks healthy energtic gentleman for life long wonderful friendship age 67-72. 0415981605 e020623

Free

BUILDING materials for free. Approx 100 terracotta roof tiles VGC Reinforced timber gate 4ft6” square. Some hardwood timber. Pickup

21 Hunter Street Raymond Terrace

FREE Outdoor table

6 chairs and cushions 0408 431 488 F200423

For Sale

2 cream leather two seater lounges. $500 each or both for $900 exc cond. 0400 955 778

3 OROTON evening purses, collectables from the 1970s, converts from should strap to clutch beautiful cond. Like new Best offers. 49817523

For Sale

BICYCLES Girls and boys, VGC $20 each Ph: 4982 8628

COCA Cola sign in wooden and glass frame 40cmx30cm $25 Coca Cola mens red shirt with signage size XL $10 3 tow balls, 2 large heavy metal shackles. Best offer. Ph 4981 7523.

COSMOPOLITAN Travelling port, half price, $85 used once 4982 6443

DARK timber four draw desk with optional upper hood three shelves also slide out laptop desk shelf. $40. Desk chair. $30 Swivel large adjustable comfortable chair. Good used Ph: 0401 546 848 Sandy, Tanilba Bay

CURLING wands x 3 Near new. Big curl small curl, and crimper Separately $10 each

Ph: 0457 087 178

DRESS, New, Short Sleeve, Golden Blue Marble print Size M / Maxi Length Light weight & lined $ 50. 0427 818 294

4 BURNER/side burner bottle with safety valve plus cover & accessories Little body rust. $50 (for breast cancer research)

MEDOWIE 4982 9942 F300323

18ct. White gold gents ring with Lapislazuli valued $4500, selling $1500, Ph 02 4006 6745

ALUM step ladder, 32 x 61. $25. 0402 087 401 F230223

Wanted to Buy

Antique China & Figurines, English Silver, Fountain Pens, Old Jewellery & Watches. Please phone: Annie 0419 219 634 or Ron 0408 967 747

BBQ, 2 burner, VGC hardly used inc gas bottle, on wheels $110 0427 980 079

DRESS, New Sleeveless, Pink/Blue Multicolour Mid length Size M $45 Ph: 0427 818 294

DVD movies incl. drama and westerns, mainly last 5-20 years. Incl 1 TV series 10x10 disks $60 Ph: 02 4966 5000

ELECTRIC Saw Black & Decker $50 Ph: 4997 0611

ELECTRIC Heaters

1 Electric 700mm x 360mm 2000 watts

1 Oil filled 2400 watts $40 for both. Please ring 0404 724 347

For Sale

EUROPEAN 2 x Single (can be double) adjust slatted bedframes & 2 latex mattresses VGC $400 both PH: 4997 9797 Res300323

F2 Wave 8.4 windsurfer & fin, Mennem brand 8.5 litres VGC. $99. 0419 932 992. Tea Gardens

GARDEN tools Rake, Hoe, Mattock & Fork $15 each Ph: 4997 0611

GASTRA Nitros Windsurfer 9 meter sail & bag. Used only 4 times. $99. Mast 4.9 Luff 514cm Base 24cm Boom 249cm. IMCS 29. 0419 932 992 Tea Gardens. F230223

GOLF or Shopping

Scooter, 4 wheel drive 2sp Lotus Blake Tycoon AZ36. Can be fully disassembled $2,750 ono. 4997 0435 Re111123

GOLF set leather bag, Slazenger cart woods steels extras. $250. Ph 0476 789 721 Re081222

GOLFING accessories

Golf balls - around 100? 20 cents each Golf buggy $25 Clubs and drives $2 each. Ph: 4982 2335

GOOD antique Queen Anne dressing table with mirror $60 Ph 0429 601 039

GUITAR left-handed Redding as new never played with soft case $230 Ph: 4981 9939

HANGING coloured print wooden frame, picture of large outdoor sign for indoor bowling. New in packaging 50cmL x 40cmW $15. 4981 7523

For Sale HOME Office, Solid wood Lockable Computer shelving $60.00 Phone Sam 0437 878 155

HOOVER upright vac $45. 0487 015 730

IKEA Stornas Bar Table GC. $95. 0493 078 190

LOUNGE 3 piece $50. Other items too 0425 254 612

MASSAGE Table $100. 0407 267 152

MOBILITY AIDS - All in excellent condition

Meal Tray Walker $100

3 Wheel Walker $90

Shower Stool $70

Squatty Potty Foot

Rest $20. Lge support Cushion $30. Can Deliver. Ph: 0404202499 e010623

MOBILE phone ZTE excellent cond. $100 0457 087 178 F090323

MOBILITY Scooter 4 wheel. Good cond. with front basket, rear bag and charger. $1200 Free delivery

Ph: 0418 430 643

NEW Mobility Scooter 50AH batteries delivered and installed Newcastle and surrounding areas. $560 a pair 0418 430 643

NEW 5L water jug with tap. $15.00 Call 0493 078 190

OVER bed patient table Timber laminate & white $40. Ph: 4982 2335 F300323

PARRAMATTA Eels large framed autographed club jersey 2001, 90cmW x 105cmL personally custom made Beautiful piece $875ono Ph: 4981 7523

PORTABLE clothesline GC, $25. 0413 023 296

PRYDE Windsufing mast suits 7 metre sail. Little used. $99 Tea Gardens. Peter 0419 932 992

RAIL Corp Wall telephones and desktop push buttom phone 90’s Nokia Mobile 6300 in box, charger and manual 00’s. Samsung mobile and charger 00’s. 2 x Motorola units, chargers with info 90’s. Cheap best offers 4981 7523 F151222

For Sale

RINGS Sapphire

Diamond and Gold new $100. Gold with small Diamond $100. Mens ring with Sapphire $100

Ph: 0457 087 178 F130423

SALON hair dryer, new $20. 0457 087 178

SEKA Shoprider mobility scooter as new hardly used. Immaculate Front basket and rear bag. Blue in colour $2300. Can deliver Ph: 0418 430 643

“SHOPRIDER”

Motorised Portable Chair Brand new Unused Battery, charger & manual. Can deliver New Price $3390. Sell for $2250 Ph: 0404 202 499 e010623

SINGER 522 sewing machine $45. 0487 015 730

SOFA Bed Floral linen fabric $80 0407 915 768

SPIRIT level aluminum surround 120cm L $20

Ph: 4981 7523

SNOW chains brand new, unused adjustable, suits 16 inch wheels or others $95 Tea Gardens. Peter 0419 932 992

ST Phillips uniforms boys Blazer size 24 $50. Boys summer shirts sizes 18, 20 & 22 $10 each

Ph 0415 353 798

TEAK Bookcase $200ono 0407 267 152

TOW hitch clamp SCA brand new $15

Ph: 0493 078 190

TENT Pegs 5 x Large heavy galvanised metal In unopened package 8mmx300mm $10

Ph: 4981 7523 f270423

TV Corner cabinet Shelving underneath 2 door unit, on wheels 100cm W x 60cm H 65cm L. $50. 4981 7523

WALKING Machine electric, Proflex Elite near new. $100

Ph: 4997 9313 f270423

For Sale

WELLINGTON boots as new size 10 $25 4997 0611

WINDSURFER and fin 85 litres, Freerace 2.6m long. In a bag. No dings Some accessories available. $80. Peter 0419 932 992. Tea Gardens. F260123

WALKER heavy duty suits big person $100 Ph: 4982 2335

WOMENS Levi jeans new, size 8 - 10. $50 0457 087 178 F130423

WOMENS new black leather jacket, small to medium, worth $400, asking $100 0457 087 178

WOMENS new coat medium to large, wool worth $120, sell $50 0457 087 178

Boats

QUINTREX 3.85

Eclipse Explorer 20 H.P

2 stroke Yamaha pull start, canopy, seats, floor boat & trailer registered Rego R7851 $4,800 Ph: 0415 678 687

TINNY 3.1m car topper 8HP Merc. Gal. Folding trailer. Good condition No Rego. $2800 ono Ph 0427 224 744

SUPREME Spirit 2006 twin axle van in GC. Inc shower & toilet, diesel heater, aircon, full as new annex, solar panel and many extras. Reg Sept 2023. S58658 $19,500. 0414 462 790

Motors

2017 Silver Holden Captiva LTZ, under 69,000kms. One owner excellent condition and manufacturer’s service history. $25,000

Rego CN94JW Ph: 0403 094 397

BEST ON THE BOX

MONDAY BLOW UP

SEVEN, 7.30pm

SUNDAY PATAGONIA

SBS, 10pm

Actor Pedro Pascal, of The Last of Us, is a star readily described as easy on the eyes. But in this gorgeous nature doco, the Chilean native leaves it to the beauty of Patagonia’s wildlife and scenery to steal the show and merely his voice as the soothing narrator. This three-part series unveils the Atlantic coast, where the ocean is teeming with life. These days, in the era of Attenborough’s nature docos, jaw-dropping scenery and animals is a must. On top of the requisite stunning footage, scientists and locals also offer their insights.

FRIDAY, May 19

6.00 The Drum.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Gardening Australia.

8.30 Traces. (Final, Mal) Sarah works to prevent another explosion.

9.20 Mayfair Witches. (MA15+a) Rowan searches for safety in a strange city.

10.00 Interview With The Vampire. (MA15+hlv) Louis continues his life as a businessman.

10.45 Aunty Donna’s Coffee Cafe. (Final, Mal, R)

11.10 ABC Late News.

11.30 The Split. (Mdl, R)

12.30 Smother. (Mal, R)

2.15 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

11.45 Vienna Blood. (MA15+s, R)

3.25 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.25 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

This fun – not to mention helium-filled – premise might seem absurd viewing at first, but who can say they didn’t feel the same way about reality juggernaut Masters when it was first announced? Helmed by actor Stephen Curry and stand-up star Becky Lucas (right), this balloon artistry competition is more than just hot air. Going above and beyond that children’s birthday party classic, the balloon dog, these intrepid twisters are creating life-size works of art that will astound kids and big kids alike. Tonight, the nine remaining contestants are challenged to build a spectacle worthy of running away to join the circus, hoping to impress guest judge Samantha Jade.

TUESDAY WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE?

When it comes to unlocking the stories of one’s family history, the truth is often more compelling than fiction. Unearthing a bread-stealing ancestor or an unknown, far-flung relative in our family’s immigration history might be commonplace, but sometimes the fascinating story doesn’t pivot with a family member. Tonight, veteran stage and cabaret star Rhonda Burchmore embarks on an emotional – and surprising – exploration of her family’s roots. From her mysterious maternal grandfather, who abandoned her mother as a child, to a real-life guardian angel who helped her widowed greatgrandmother, it’s a fascinating tale.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs and Pete Colquhoun visit the cleverly designed Ravine House.

8.30 MOVIE: Spider-Man: Homecoming. (2017, Mv, R) As Peter Parker tries to balance his life as an ordinary high-school student in Queens with his superhero alter-ego Spider-Man, he finds himself on the trail of a new menace prowling the skies of New York City. Tom Holland, Michael Keaton, Robert Downey Jr.

11.25 To Be Advised.

12.30 Home Shopping.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 Rugby League. NRL. Round 12. South Sydney Rabbitohs v Parramatta Eels.

9.55 Golden Point. A wrap-up of the South Sydney Rabbitohs versus Parramatta Eels match, with news and analysis.

10.40 MOVIE: Double Impact. (1991, MA15+slv, R) Brothers avenge their parents’ murder. Jean-Claude Van Damme.

12.40 Tipping Point. (PG, R)

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

Tilligerry Social Golf Club results

RESULTS for 12/5/23

Outright winner.

Ed Martin. 38 Runner Up.

Jack Johnstone. 34 Bonus points winner.

Adam Cowie. 36 Runner Up.

Matt Baldwin. 34

Ball winners. Peter Hill. 33

Bill McMaster. 32 Mark Skidmore. 32

Peter Koli 32

Grahame Glover. 31

Bryan Porter. 30

John McDonald. 30

Greg Hinton. 30

Bradman Award.

Sean Brennan

D&C 4th.

A. Grahame Glover. & Mark Skidmore (birdie).

B. John McDonald D&C7th

A. Mr no name.

B. Adam Cowie

NTP18th.

A. Ron McKay

Money hole.

A. Jack Johnstone.

B. Ed Martin

Lucky number.

28. Kim Miller

6.30 The Project. Michael Hing, Georgie Tunny, Susie Youssef and Julie Goodwin take a look at the day’s news and hot topics.

7.30 Bondi Rescue. (PGan) Hoppo demonstrates his Float To Survive technique. Chase checks out Bondi’s grey nurse shark colony.

8.30 To Be Advised.

9.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Ml, R) Graham Norton is joined by Bono, Taylor Swift, Eddie Redmayne and Alex Scott.

11.30 The Project. (R) Special guest is Belinda Carlisle.

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Special guests include Tom Hanks.

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

There were 17 starters today on this lovely sunny day.

Congratulations to all the winners.

Welcome to a new member Peter Koli. We hope you enjoyed your day.

Next game 19/5/23 Single Stableford.

SATURDAY, May 20

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Cycling. Giro d’Italia. Stage 13. H’lights. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 Britain’s Great Outdoors. (R) 11.00 The World From Above. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch. 2.00 Gymnastics. FIG Rhythmic World Cup Series. Round 4. 4.10 Going Places. (R) 4.40 Cycling. UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 13. H’lights.

5.40 Hitler’s American Battleground. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

6.20 The ABC Of... (PG, R)

6.50 Bluey. (R)

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Sister Boniface Mysteries. (PGa) Sister Boniface investigates sabotage.

8.15 Miniseries: The North Water. (Malv) Part 2 of 5. Sumner’s adventure turns into a nightmare when one of the crew is murdered.

9.15 Ragdoll. (MA15+av) With the killer proving unstoppable, the team desperately hunts down the second victim on the list.

10.05 The Messenger. (Mal, R) A taxi driver receives mysterious messages.

10.55 Fires. (Mal, R)

11.50 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

7.35 Windsor Castle Fire: The Untold Story. (PG)

8.30 Westminster Abbey: Behind Closed Doors. (Premiere)

9.20 World’s Most Scenic River Journeys. (R)

10.15 Britain’s Most Expensive Houses. (R)

11.10 Nine Perfect Strangers. (MA15+s, R)

1.50 Life Drawing Live. (Mn, R) 3.50 Mastermind Aust. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour. (R) 5.00 NHK World English News Morning. 5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 Morning Show. (PG) 12.00 Better Homes. (R) 1.00 Beach Cops. (PG, R) 1.30 Football. AFL. Round 10. North Melbourne v Sydney.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

7.30 MOVIE: Men In Black: International. (2019, Mav, R) Two MIB agents uncover a sinister plot. Chris Hemsworth, Tessa Thompson.

9.45 MOVIE: Battle Los Angeles. (2011, Mlv, R) After alien invaders set their sights on Los Angeles, a recently-retired marine sergeant returns to duty. Aaron Eckhart, Michelle Rodriguez.

12.10 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 4. Tasmania SuperSprint. Day 1. Highlights.

1.30 Home Shopping.

6.00 NBN News.

7.00 A Current Affair.

7.30 The Summit. (PGl, R) Jai Courtney sends 14 everyday Australians on the adventure of a lifetime.

12.10 MOVIE: Black Water: Abyss. (2020, Mhl, R) Five friends exploring a remote cave system in Northern Australia find themselves threatened by a crocodile.

Jessica McNamee, Luke Mitchell.

2.00 The Incredible Journey Presents. (PGa) Religious program.

2.30

Shop: Home Shopping.

6.00 Bondi Rescue. (PGan, R) Will races in to rescue a swimmer.

6.30 The Dog House. (PGa) Follows pets, including a timid puppy, who are matched with potential companions.

7.30 MOVIE: Indiana Jones And The Temple Of Doom. (1984, PGv, R) Archaeologist Indiana Jones searches for a mystical stone stolen from an Indian community. Harrison Ford, Kate Capshaw, Ke Huy Quan.

9.55 To Be Advised.

11.00 NCIS. (Mmv, R) Jimmy gets competitive.

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

5.00 Hour Of Power.

SUNDAY, May 21

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 WorldWatch. 10.00 Britain’s Great Outdoors. (R) 11.00 The World From Above. (R) 12.00 WorldWatch.

1.00 Speedweek.

6.30 Compass: Freeing The Song.

7.00 ABC News.

7.30 Grand Designs: Dunstable. (Ml) Hosted by Kevin McCloud.

8.20 The Messenger. (Malv) Ed is faced with a difficult choice.

9.15 MOVIE: Suffragette. (2015, Malv, R) A woman becomes a suffragette. Carey Mulligan, Helena Bonham Carter.

11.00 Interview With The Vampire. (MA15+hlv, R)

11.40 Mayfair Witches. (MA15+a, R)

12.20 MotherFatherSon. (Final, Mlv, R)

1.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

3.05 The Heights. (PG, R)

5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Secrets Of The Killer Mega Shark. (PG)

8.30 Tutankhamun: The Last Exhibition. (PG, R)

10.00 Patagonia. (Premiere, PGa)

10.50 Kenny Rogers: Biography. (PG, R)

12.20 Hunting Hitler’s U-Boats. (PGalv, R)

1.50 The Buildings That Fought Hitler. (PG, R)

3.35 Mastermind Australia. (R)

4.35 Bamay. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.15 France 24 Feature. 5.30 Al Jazeera.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Farmer Wants A Wife. (PGa) Hosted by Samantha Armytage.

8.30 7NEWS Spotlight. An exclusive, special investigation.

9.30 The Latest: Seven News.

10.00 Born To Kill? Tony Costa. (MA15+av) A look at Antone Charles “Tony” Costa.

11.00 Quantum Leap. (Mav)

12.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 4. Tasmania SuperSprint. Day 2. Highlights.

1.00 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

6.30 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news.

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGa) MasterChef royalty Julie Goodwin returns and survival is on the menu.

9.00 NCIS: Hawai’i. (Mv) When Lucy receives a strange call from a man admitting to murder, the NCIS team sets out to find him.

10.00 FBI. (Mv, R) After a retired DEA agent is shot, the team works to determine if the victim’s past is connected to the murder.

11.00 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news.

12.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

MONDAY, May 22

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Landline. (R)

11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 News.

1.00 Marcella. (Malv, R)

2.00 Parliament Question Time.

3.00 Escape From The City. (R)

4.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

5.00 Back Roads. (PG, R)

5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 WorldWatch.

10.10 Cook Up Bitesize. (R) 10.15 Inside

The Modelling Agency. (PGl, R) 11.10 Secret Cities. (PGav, R) 12.10 WorldWatch. 2.00 First Australians. (PG, R) 3.00 Mastermind Aust.

(R)

3.35 The Cook Up. (R) 4.05 Jeopardy! (R)

4.30 Letters And Numbers. (R) 5.00 Cycling.

UCI World Tour. Giro d’Italia. Stage 15. H’lights.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) Margot torments Andrew.

7.30 Blow Up. The contestants have eight hours to create a piece worthy of being part of a circus.

9.00 9-1-1. (Mam) The 118 faces emergencies involving a spin class and a husband and wife in a compromising position.

10.00 9-1-1: Lone Star. (Mav) Owen wears an FBI wire.

11.00 The Latest: Seven News.

11.30

TUESDAY, May 23

6.00 News. 9.00 News. 10.00 Dream Gardens. (R) 10.30 Outback Ringer. (PG, R)

11.00 Monty Don’s French Gardens. (R) 12.00 News. 1.00 Shakespeare And Hathaway. (PG, R)

2.00 Parliament. 3.00 Escape From The City. (R) 4.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R)

5.00 Back Roads. (PG, R)

5.30 Hard Quiz. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.05 Incredible Homes. (PGal, R) 10.05 Inside The Modelling Agency.

(PGln, R)

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Nelson Bay Golf Club Results

NELSON Bay Golf Club

Results 7 May 2023 to 13 May 2023

SUNDAY 7 May 2023

Mens Stableford:

Gymea Lily Course

A 1 Harvey Mason (12) 38

6.30 The Project.

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGa) Contestants must think outside the box.

8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? (Malns) Celebrity panellists include Melanie Bracewell, Guy Montgomery and Celia Pacquola.

9.40 Just For Laughs Australia. (MA15+ls) Hosted by Nath Valvo.

10.10 FBI: Most Wanted. (Mv) A Croatian tennis player is kidnapped.

12.00 The Project. (R)

1.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGl) The Pressure Test elimination looms.

8.40 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was.

9.40 NCIS. The NCIS team investigates a string of Russian spy encounters that may be linked to a murder.

10.40 North Shore. (Mlv, R)

11.40 The Project. (R)

12.40 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

A2 Peter Hazer (13) 33 c/b

B1 Chris Hani (19) 40

B2 Ari Grace (16) 37

C1 Isaac Upton (27) 39

C2 Will Strong (32) 33

Women’s Stableford:

A1 Nicola Bethwaite (24) 38

A2 Julie Walker (20) 36

B1 Norma Smith (27) 38

B2 Bev Suska (40) 35

MONDAY 8 MAY 2023

VETS Stableford: DIV

1: Peter Page 20

2: Martyn Jeggo 20

DIV 2:

1: Peter Ballard 26

2: Barry Kalousek 23

TUESDAY 9 MAY 2023

Ladies 27 Hole Foursomes

A1 Colleen Beattie & Robyn Butler 75.5

A2 Pattie Bowden & Diana Johnson 76

B1 Elsie Flanagan &

Louise Kerr 76

B2 Chris Ledingham & Gwenda Bates 76.5

WEDNESDAY 10 MAY 2023

Mens Stableford:

Gymea Lily Course:

A1 John Morgan (13) 39

A2 John Wade (14) 36

A3 David Kirby (8) 34c/b

B1 Rod Todman (17) 37c/b

B2 Trevor Plane (21) 37c/b

B3 Alan Bentley (22) 37

C1 Allan Milne (39) 35

C2 John Fletcher (34) 33c/b

C3 Don Jones (39) 33

Ladies 27 Hole - Foursomes:

A1 Barbara Frost & Amy Squires Score 139 –Winners Gross

A2 Jenny Bezuidenhout & Carmel Walsh Score 140 –Winners Net

PORT STEPHENS

ON THE Box

WEDNESDAY, May 24

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Alone Australia. (Ml)

The participants face a mental battle.

9.30 Blue Lights. (Premiere, MA15+) Follows three rookie police officers in Belfast, Northern Ireland, as they tackle their probation period.

10.30 SBS World News Late.

11.00 The Congregation. (Premiere, Mas)

11.50 Unit One. (Malsv, R)

4.00 Mastermind Australia. (R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PG) Theo and Kirby call it quits.

7.30 The 1% Club. (PGls) Hosted by Jim Jefferies.

8.35 Accused. (MA15+a) A high school teacher puts his reputation in jeopardy when he helps a student in need.

10.35 The Latest: Seven News.

11.05 Crime Investigation Australia: Most Infamous: The Greenough Family Massacre. (MA15+adv, R) A look at murder of the MacKenzie family.

12.30 Home Shopping.

5.00 Seven Early News.

5.30 Sunrise.

SBS MOVIES (32)

THURSDAY, May 25

Agency. (PGls, R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (PG)

6.30 SBS World News.

7.30 Alone Australia: The Reunion. (M)

8.30 The Murdochs: Empire Of Influence: A House Divided. (Final, M)

9.20 Normal People. (Premiere, MA15+)

11.05 SBS World News Late.

11.35 Catch And Release. (MA15+l)

12.30 Miniseries: The Unusual Suspects. (Mls, R)

4.30 Mastermind Australia. (R)

(R)

5.00 NHK World English News Morning.

5.30 ANC Philippines The World Tonight.

6.00 Seven News.

7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) Kirby drowns her sorrows. Mali finds his way back to Rose. Rock chick Mercedes explodes into Summer Bay.

8.30 Britain’s Got Talent. (PG) In the penultimate auditions round, more weird, wacky and wonderful acts compete in front of the judges.

9.55 The Front Bar. (M) Takes a lighter look at all things AFL.

10.55 The Latest: Seven News. 11.25 Fantasy Island. (Ma)

SBS MOVIES (32)

7MATE (64)

A3 Colleen Beattie & Robyn Butler Score 146 –Runners Up Gross

B1 Patricia Hawkins & Charmaine Elliott Score 159 – Winners Gross

B2 Elise Flanagan & Louise Kerr Score 160 –Winners Net

B3 Heather Atkins & Barbara Clark Score 160 –Runners Up Gross

Thursday, 18 May 2023

THURSDAY 11 MAY 2023

Women’s 2 Person Ambrose:

Gymea Lily Course

A1 Colleen Beattie & Robyn Kennett 73.5

A2 Norma Smith & Jenny Frost 74.5

A3 Barbara Frost & Pam Townsend 76.5c/b

A4 Anita Hutchinson & Beth MacDuff 76.5

B1 Charmaine Pattison &

Anne Morley 80

B2 Gwenda Bates & Lee Lewis 81.5

B3 Jill Rowland & Alex Poulos 81.75

B4 Linda Bergman & Annette Rumble 85.25 Vets Stableford:

1 Rod Hancock 23

2 Raymond Mahady 22 Nearest to Pin Grant Kennett Hole 14 @ 133cm

FRIDAY 12 MAY 2023

Women Stableford:

Xmas Bush Course

A1 Jan Bell (36) 36

A2 Heather Atkins (24) 34

Mens Stableford: Xmas Bush Course

A1 Robert Hustler (10) 37

A2 Peter Rigby (15) 35c/b

B1 John Linton (19) 38c/b

B2 Lance Bartlett (18) 38

C1 Noel Yearsley (28) 42c/b

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGa) Amateur cooks compete.

8.40 North Shore. (Ml) Abigail and Simon make plans to return home to the UK to lay Sophie to rest.

9.40 Law & Order: SVU. Benson tries to help a student.

10.40 Fire Country. (Mdmv)

11.40 Bull. (Ma, R)

12.30 The Project. (R)

1.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

2.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events.

7.30 MasterChef Australia. (PGal) Contestants compete for immunity.

8.40 Law & Order: SVU. (MA15+av, R) Velasco asks Benson for help finding three girls who were trafficked from his home town to New York City.

9.30 To Be Advised.

10.30 Law & Order: SVU. (Mav, R) Rollins and Fin head to Kentucky.

11.30 The Project. (R)

12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG)

1.30 Home Shopping. (R)

4.30 CBS Mornings.

C2 Tony Johnston (33) 42

SATURDAY 13 MAY 2023

Mens Stableford: Xmas Bush Course

A1 Tino Rossi (9) 38

A2 Brad Rostron (12) 35c/b

B1 John Fitzgerald (23) 38

B2 John McCaw (17)36

C1 Kent Williams (27) 33c/b

C2 Andrew Driscoll (30)

33c/b Mens 27 HoleFoursomes Gross Over-all

Winners

1 William Marshall & Shaun O’Malley Score 117

2 Lachlan Lawson & Peter Gibson Score 120 Nett Over-all Winners

1 Mark Galloway & Murray Atkins Score 107

2 Scott Ferguson & Matthew Ferguson Score 110

By Chris KARAS

MEDOWIE Football Club are tipped to host some big end of season finals fixtures in the Newcastle Football Association following the installation of new stateof-the-art LED sports field lighting at their Yulong Oval home base.

The Bumblebees recently celebrated the official opening of their new lighting system after funding was secured through a $450,000 grant from the NSW Stronger Country Community Fund.

Lighting Boost

Club Secretary Luke Radcliffe told News Of The Area, “The lights were a vital upgrade that will enable our club to extend playing and training times, as well as supporting them to cater for significant growth.

“The contractor Green Energy Queensland replaced our six old poles with eight new higher LED lighting

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q Representatives from Newcastle Football, Medowie FC and Port Stephens Council at the unveiling of the new lights at Yulong Oval. Photo: Rochelle Timony-Wright.