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By Tara CAMPBELL

ALL ten mayors of the Hunter Region have signed a joint statement calling

for the allocation of additional disaster support funding.

The Hunter Joint Association said the Hunter region has seen

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q Mayors Jay Suvall (Cessnock), Kay Fraser (Lake Macquarie), Maurice Collison (Upper Hunter Shire), Claire Pontin (MidCoast), Sue Moore (Singleton), Philip Penfold (Maitland), John Connors (Dungog), Ryan Palmer (Port Stephens), absent: Nuatali Nelmes (Newcastle) and Steve Reynolds (Muswellbrook Shire) at the first board meeting of the year. Photo: supplied

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Hunter Mayors call for additional disaster support funding FROM Page 1 recent devastation across all reaches of the region, with nine out of ten councils being declared as Disaster Zones. The joint statement said, “Many communities have seen irreparable damage, while being cut off from roads, shops, and power. “As one of the biggest growth areas and economic contributors in NSW, the Hunter needs support from other levels of government to recover from this disaster. “We acknowledge the recently announced $1M grants for disaster declared LGAs. “We welcome and are grateful for every additional dollar. “In comparison with past disasters, we have seen an improved and more timely

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in the Greater Newcastle and Hunter region, in response to these floods and coastal erosion beyond the grants that are already provided,” they said. The Association believes that funding sources for councils to respond to natural disasters need to be increased to help our communities recover, prepare, and adapt, while also allowing LGAs to ‘build back better’ to be more resilient to future disasters. Investment from the State and Federal Government at this early stage will be crucial to ensuring our communities come out of this stronger. “This funding needs to include adequate financial support to resource both dedicated local emergency management committees and officers for each council.

LOCAL mother and Medowie resident Marnie Coates appeared before a NSW Parliamentary Inquiry last week to advocate for a desperately needed public high school in Medowie. Ms Coates, a chemical engineer and a member of the campaign for public education in Medowie since 2014, told the inquiry she was a passionate advocate for public education, and a proud product of public education herself. In her evidence to the committee, Ms Coates said the current situation was unfair for local students and families.

“We bus over a thousand students out of our suburbs to high school every day, and some of them are travelling over two hours per day on buses to get to school,” she said. Ms Coates also raised the rapidly growing population in Medowie. “There’s a thousand properties currently approved and under construction, and the Council predicts that by 2036, there’ll be an additional 7000 dwellings in Medowie,” she said. “Besides that, the surrounding satellite suburbs that would logically be zoned for a Medowie High School are also rapidly expanding. “The land has been purchased...we’ve had various promises, but nothing’s been delivered to date,” said Ms Coates. MLC Courtney Houssos, a member of the parliamentary committee, told the hearing the Catholic school system and the independent system had acknowledged there’s a need, but the public school system wasn’t providing local options for

Groundwater Strategy, which is on public exhibition from Tuesday 5 July to Sunday 14 August 2022. During the public consultation period, the community can register for and attend two online public webinars:

• Monday 25 July 2022 between 5:00 pm and 6:30 pm • Thursday 28 July 2022 between 12:30 pm and 2:00 pm.

“Dedicated and funded resources will improve responses to natural disasters; it will minimise the draw on staff with existing and ongoing responsibilities who cannot function for our communities when asked to cover disaster response and recovery for prolonged periods “This far-reaching event will take time to completely recover from, but our communities need support, and they need it now. “With many of our communities still recovering from the March 2022 floods, only four months ago, the current repairs are beyond Councils’ capabilities. “We need the State and Federal Government to step up and deliver the funds, projects and resourcing that are needed. Local Government cannot do this alone,” the Hunter Joint Association concluded.

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parents. “You have a clear need, you have a site, you’ve had consistent promises from the government, but they’ve completely failed to deliver,” said Mrs Houssos. Local MP Kate Washington praised Ms Coates for her appearance before the inquiry and her written submission. “It’s not often that local residents are willing to appear before a parliamentary inquiry and fight for their local community - but that’s exactly what Marnie has done today, and she made us all proud,” she said. “The current situation is not fair, and Marnie was speaking for thousands of families across Medowie, the Tilligerry Peninsula, Karuah, Williamtown and Salt Ash, who desperately want a public school in Medowie,” said Ms Washington. During her testimony, Ms Coates rejected the government’s plan to expand the two public high schools at Raymond Terrace instead of building a high school in Medowie. “Any expansion won’t even meet the current projected growth, so we’re going to end up with a bad situation for our kids,” she said. “I can only assume, from a financial perspective, that it’s cheaper for the government to stick a few more classrooms onto those schools than it is to properly plan the infrastructure that’s needed for Medowie. “For other parents like myself, the years of campaigning are a drain on family life and mental health, and generally, once our children reach high-school age, we no longer have any fight left. “Please do not let our pleas continue to go unheard,” Ms Coates said.

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response, but this needs to be put into the context of this being a region that has faced many largescale natural disasters but has continuously been underfunded,” the Hunter Joint Association said The Association noted that their communities are still recovering from previous floods, coastal erosion, droughts and bushfires, and as a region, and a state, believe they are currently ill-equipped to get ahead. “Our councils are working together with our communities to address climate change, recover and take action, but we need more support. “We are calling on both the State and Federal Government to provide more assistance to our region to address the urgent infrastructure repairs needed in the disaster declared councils

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Planning Future Housing Responsibly FROM Page 1 development has farmers seeing red while Council is waiting for an all-important odour report. The proposed development is very close to chicken farms, which by nature have a potent aroma. They also have heavy

vehicles coming and going at all times of the day and night. The development is also in close proximity to cattle yards that are regularly used and will particularly impact a residential development in nearby proximity when calves are weaned. In view of the floods the local farmers want the

PORT STEPHENSNews Of The Area q Future developments should be planned with good access despite flood conditions as increased flood-event frequency will certainly cause more issues in the future.

development reviewed because it would remove the one high area of land where animals can be agisted quickly in fast-evolving flood events. They are also concerned about the fact that all the new residences would be floodbound. Councillor Giacomo Arnott told News Of The Area,

q Cattle need high ground during flood events and there is often not enough warning to move cattle by trucks to agistment, leaving volunteers such as the SES rescuing cattle.

"Much of the rural west in Port Stephens has spent days isolated due to floodwaters. "As is being discussed in Sydney's west and the Northern Rivers, planning controls need to be brought into line with the increased frequency and scale of natural disasters in NSW and Australia. "This is the new normal

and it's important to make sure that we plan our future communities to be as resilient as possible. "The number of flood rescues occurring in Port Stephens is increasing by the day, which demonstrates the concern that Council officers consistently have about rescuers putting themselves at risk to bring people to

Savvy and Marley saved during river rescue By Marian SAMPSON PORT Stephens SES has been flat out in recent weeks. While ensuring people’s safety comes first, the SES has also been actively working to save the lives of all creatures great and small. Last week there were

multiple livestock rescues, this week crews from NSW SES Port Stephens rescued two dogs that were being swept down the Hunter River. Alysha Springett, Deputy Unit Commander and Media Officer of the Port Stephens SES Unit told News Of The Area, “While performing

q Savvy and Marley settling in on the SES rescue boat with one of the SES crew after being plucked from the flooded Hunter River near Hinton.

safety who are stranded or whose lives are in immediate danger in the floodplains of the rural west," he said. While the SES has been facilitating food deliveries for isolated communities, building additional communities in places that would become a further burden to our SES volunteers seems shortsighted to many.

emergency flood boat operations, SES boat crews found two dogs struggling in the middle of the Hunter River near Hinton. “The two 30kg-plus dogs were pulled out of the water and into the SES boat, where crews then transported them to dry land until the owner/s

q Savvy and Marley in the SES Rescue Boat with members of the SES Port Stephens Crew. could be located,” she said. “Absolutely exhausted from their ordeal the two dogs, Savvy and Marley, were greeted with open arms by SES members and the local Hinton community who dried them off with towels, gave them food, water, doggie coats and lots of cuddles,” said Ms Springett.

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and were swept away. SES boat crews transported Savvy and Marley to safety to be then reunited with their owner. “She was extremely thankful they were safe and gave her appreciation to everyone involved in looking after the pups,” said Ms Springett.

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The owner was quickly located via a social media post. “She was very concerned about her beautiful dogs after they went missing from her property,” said Ms Springett. It appears Savvy and Marley had a misadventure while outside playing, after they jumped into the river

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Woodville looks out for its own By Marian SAMPSON

RESCUERS and emergency workers have applauded the community of Woodville after it was isolated by flood waters on the morning of Friday 8 July. When Taylor’s Bridge went underwater, Woodville was on its own. The Woodville Store remained open during the area’s isolation to service the community, providing essential food and supplies via boat. Owner of The Woodville Store, Zoey Kirwan said, “The community stayed positive and worked together to get through this time.. Woodville resident Murray Hicks started a thread in the community’s Facebook group reporting local road conditions. This allowed everyone to stay across the ever-changing road conditions as river levels increased. Mr Hicks said, “Most of us have been through this before and we always band together through these hard times. “It’s a great community and a very special place.” Another community member used his personal photography equipment to capture footage he then shared with government

agencies to provide up-to-date situational awareness in the area. Adam Benson, a resident from the nearby suburb of Glen Oak, became aware of Woodville’s isolation and the need for a high-clearance vehicle to deliver feed for livestock. Adam used his sixwheeled 1964 Army Mac Truck to deliver essential fodder from Hicks Hay and Grain into areas that could not be accessed by car. Glen Oak resident Adam Benson said, “All of us are presented with opportunities in life to be a vehicle of God’s love into another person’s life, whether it be through a kind word or an act of charity. "Adam Lindsay Gordon said ‘Two things stand like stone, kindness in another’s trouble, courage in your own’.” Parts of Woodville became re-accessible on the morning of Wednesday 13 July, however some parts remained isolated around Paterson Road. As floodwaters receded, NSW SES Port Stephens crews delivered donated goods to community members in need. Alysha Springett, Deputy Unit Commander and Media Officer SES Port Stephens told News Of The Area, “The SES pass on their thanks to Raymond Terrace Salvation

Army, FOOD WAR Inc, and Maitland Family Support for their donations to the community. “During Woodville’s weeklong isolation, the NSW SES received only two calls for assistance, one for essential medication and the other for critical supplies,” she said. The Woodville community’s resilience enabled NSW SES volunteers to perform rescues, medical evacuations, emergencysupplies delivery, critical transport, levee damage repairs, area reconnaissance and to disseminate information across Port Stephens while tending to other emergencies. “It is incredible how the community of Woodville came together to support each other during floods. Such a great example of true community resilience,” said Ms Springett. “There were many acts of kindness, generosity and mateship throughout the local community, with people going above and beyond to support one another.” Woodville store owner Michael Kirwan said of the emergency, “Our community banded together and did what we had to do for each other "We always have and we always will.”

q Adam and his 1964 six-wheeler delivering feed for livestock.

q The Salvos donated goods the SES delivered to the community.

q Zoey Kirwan delivering food to residents in the shop boat.

Cash for the community

By Tara CAMPBELL

PORT Stephens Council has granted funding to community groups and organisations after meeting on 12 July. Three East Ward organisations won Rapid Response Funds. Nelson Bay Croquet Club was granted $150 towards its licence agreement fee. The Shoal Bay Community Association and the Fingal Bay Park Groups both received funds of $500 towards brochures for the Tomaree Headland and membership fees, and towards Barry Park refurbishments. Councillor Leah Anderson said the groups were all worthy of donations and was thankful for Council’s unanimous decision to support them.

“The Nelson Bay Croquet Club had not prepared or planned for an increase in fees and found itself short and needed some assistance in being able to renew its club licence fee agreement. “Shoal Bay Community Association is a very strong community association that does a lot of great work, and the brochures they are providing for the Tomaree Headland are educational brochures for our community and visitors,” said Cr Anderson. “Lastly, we’ve heard a lot of requests from residents of Fingal Bay of late, in terms of not getting financial assistance. “This donation will go towards a great group that is putting together a detailed map of the area for the community,” Cr Anderson said. Mayoral funding will

go towards the Clontarf Foundation, the Nelson Bay Diggers Bowls Club and Soldiers Point Rural Fire Service. A donation of $1000 will go to the Clontarf Foundation, which uses a unique, innovative and highly successful approach to assist young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island men move into meaningful employment. The Nelson Bay Diggers Bowls Club also gets $1000. An intra-club of the Nelson Bay Wests Diggers Group with 100 members, the majority of whom are veterans, the money will go towards transportation costs for travelling bowlers. Finally, Soldiers Point Rural Fire Service will also receive $1000 to allow the volunteer service to paint the doors at the Soldiers Point Station.

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Council’s petitions policy revised By Tara CAMPBELL

PORT Stephens Council’s procedure relating to petitions may be modified. On 12 July Councillors unanimously voted to update its ‘receipt of petitions’ policy to meet the growing demand for petitions to be regarded as an agenda item. In an amendment

moved by Councillor Giacomo Arnott, a number of additional terms will be included in the receipt of petitions to Council. Currently, petitions are filed under information papers for a Council meeting once received. The new policy will have petitions added to the agenda as their own item, to allow specific discussion and amendments to a motion

to allow action to be taken to support the community when people get together and submit a petition. The policy will also be updated to further inform councillors about popular petitions. If there are more than 500 signatories on a petition, it is proposed it should merit its own place on Council’s agenda.

the big screen. The movie explores the remarkable relationship between humans and rivers. The Karuah River and Myall River are among the tributaries spilling into Port Stephens. Sue Olsen of EcoNetwork Port Stephens told News Of The Area, “We invite everyone to come and see it with fantastic sound on the big screen at the Nelson Bay

Cinema, Thursday 28 July.” The visual sequences photographed in six countries are breathtaking, ranging from frozen glacial rivers and magical streams flowing through caverns of ice, to the unforgettable scenes of the water park in Wuhan, China, where bathers are crammed in float rings until the water surface itself can barely be seen. The film is a collaboration

“Petitions which have over 500 signatures are clearly petitions which have captured the minds of quite a significant number of people in the community,” Council was told. “Currently, if a councillor wanted to take action on a petition that has come to Council, it would need to be raised in a motion to remove it from the information papers

or move an amendment in the information papers to have it as a motion in the agenda,” Cr Arnott said. Although Councillor Arnott said these were both great options, he believed the new amendments would allow Council staff to give a little extra consideration to petitions that have community support. Councillor Steve

Tucker agreed with the amendments, noting that if the policy was abused in relation to large petitions, Council would be able to modify the rules to ensure only genuine petitions are added to Council’s agenda. The policy will now be placed on public exhibition for 28 days, and should no submissions be received, the policy will be adopted without a further report to Council.

People and rivers, a global relationship By Marian SAMPSON

A MOVIE focusing on the relationship between humans and rivers will screen at Nelson Bay Cinema on 28 July. A timely feature, ‘River’ - sponsored by local not-forprofit EcoNetwork - offers a visual and musical odyssey on

q Boats of all kinds have formed part of river life around Port Stephens - this yacht was photographed at Little Beach. Photo: Marian Sampson.

q River to the sea. Photo: Marian Sampson.

with the Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO), written by Robert Macfarlane with music directed by Richard Tognetti featuring soundtracks from Vivaldi and Bach, as well as original music. River also features vocals from Indigenous musician and performer William Barton, music by Jonny Greenwood and Radiohead, and narration by Willem Dafoe. The ACO will be touring and performing the soundtrack at concert-style venues. This is a ticketed event with adult tickets $20 and

Under 18s $10. The ticket price includes one free candy bar selection. For every pre-school or school-aged child that attends there is a chance to win a lucky door prize of an entry for their whole class to Irukandji Shark and Ray Encounters. Tickets are available only at www.ecops.au/river “EcoNetwork Port Stephens would like to acknowledge and thank the Marine Parks Association for sponsoring this viewing of ‘River’,” said Ms Olsen. She particularly highlighted Irukandji Shark

“I'm extremely passionate about the plight of the Port Stephens koalas and volunteering at the hospital has opened my eyes and created a desire for me to make a change. Casey and her daughters took matters into their own hands to make a difference and inform the community of Koala safety. “Due to the current financial situation of Port Stephens Council, I felt I could personally make a

difference during these difficult times and set out to clearly mark kill zones and simply encourage people to slow down,” she told Councillors. “My signs are being placed in known koala corridors and kill zones on the peninsula. “They are brightly coloured and have raised awareness,” Casey said. Casey does not want to sit back and wait, hoping action will be taken.

Koala sign options to be investigated By Tara CAMPBELL

PORT Stephens Council will erect signs at Koala kill hotspots. In a notice-of-motion raised by Councillor Leah Anderson, the importance of Koala safety in the area was discussed at Council’s most recent meeting, with Councillors unanimously supporting the following motion for council to: “Work collaboratively with a local resident and the Port

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Stephens Koala Hospital regarding signage for Koalas in Koala kill hotspots across Port Stephens whilst requesting the General Manager provide a report to Council on options to consider, costs involved and collaborative actions to place more signage in Port Stephens to raise awareness.” This motion was raised after Council officers took down homemade Koala warning signs made by a local resident and her

daughters. In the public section of the Council meeting resident Casey Freeman stood up and spoke about her experience with koalas in Port Stephens. “As a wife of a RAAF member, I will dive into the community, volunteering everywhere we go. “I've been volunteering with Port Stephens Koala Hospital for three wonderful years and being part of this organisation has been life changing,” Casey said.

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and Ray Encounters for the door prize and Nelson Bay Cinemas for their discounted offering. You can get a taste of ‘River’ by viewing the official trailer on YouTube. River is an event of EcoNetwork Port Stephens Sustainable Futures Festival, which began in June and ends in September, culminating in a Festival Day on 11 September. For more information on the Sustainable Futures Festival visit w w w. e c o n e t wo rkp s . o rg / sustainable-futures/ She has requested the Mayor and Councillors provide for koala kill-zone signs to encourage drivers to slow down, making it safer for local koalas. Following Councillor Anderson’s successful motion as a response to Casey’s signs being taken down, the Council will now investigate options for signs that will urge drivers to slow down and be cautious of Koalas, while ensuring the signs do not distract from driver safety, complying with Transport for NSW standards.

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Push For Medowie Skate Park

By Tara CAMPBELL

A PETITION regarding Medowie Skate Park has been received by Port Stephens Council. The petition was filed by Medowie Skate and Scoot, with 1277 signatures requesting that a new Skate Park be built in the Medowie Town Centre at 38 Ferodale Road. An existing skate park is located at 26 Grey Gum Street, adjacent to the Medowie Tennis Courts, Boyd Oval and the residence at 49 Ferodale Road, however the Skate Park is of an outdated design and in average condition. Council recently completed minor upgrades at the site, including refurbishing the basketball half court and installing new pathways and park furniture. Mr John Maretich, Asset

q Emma Townsend and her son, Jack, who initiated the Medowie Skate Park plans, with Councillor Jason Wells. Photo: Cr Leah Anderson.

Section Manager for Port Stephens Council says that at this point in time, there is no provision for a new Medowie Skate Park in Council’s adopted 10-Year Capital Works Program or Works Plan Plus. “A Place Plan for Medowie is currently being developed in consultation with the Medowie community. “The Plan aims to comprehensively consider the needs and desires of the Medowie community and identify the best use of the land at 38 Ferodale Road. “The land at 38 Ferodale Road was acquired, and a possible future use is the establishment of a District Park,” Mr Maretich said. The Council has identified that a Skate Park would be a suitable facility within a District Park in accordance with the recommendations of

Emergency Services Update By Tara CAMPBELL Fire Alarms SINCE 1 June, Fire and Rescue NSW has attended almost 400 house fires across NSW. Of these, 44 per cent did not have working smoke alarms and another 20 per cent did not have a smoke alarm installed. Fire can engulf a home in a matter of minutes and while smoke might not wake you up, a smoke alarm will, which can be the difference between life and death. Fire and rescue workers urged people to install smoke alarms and make sure they work. Flooding Emergency services are busy with call-outs related to flooding. During the week, Hinton’s water levels dropped and the suburb was officially declared no longer isolated. Port Stephens SES said as waters receded Council needed to check roads and repair them to ensure they are safe for passage. The service called for patience as mud and debris is removed from flood-affected roads. Hunter River Erosion Crews from the Port Stephens SES Unit responded to multiple reports of erosion in different locations along the Hunter River during the past week. Erosion and subsidence often demand temporary repairs by emergency services and engineers must then inspect them before reopening them. Permanent repairs will take longer. The use of sandbags to

prevent further erosion by redirecting water will help additional structural stability. Returning To Areas • Millers Forest residents may now go home. • When returning to any flood-affected area, NSW SES has asked people to: • Drive slowly, plan their route carefully to avoid any flooded roads and allow extra travel time to allow for damage to roads, bridges or buildings caused by flooding and land slips; • Remain vigilant as there could still be water in low lying areas; • Check in on neighbours if it is safe to do so; • Check on animals and livestock.

• If your property has been affected by floodwater the SES also asked that: • People ensure properties are safe to enter; • Check for damage to windows, walls and the roof and be careful of potential dangers including asbestos; • Make sure the electricity and gas are turned off before going inside; • Sandbags that have been in contact with floodwater need to be thrown away, sturdy gloves should be worn when handling wet sandbags as they can contain chemicals, waste, and can carry disease; • People not eat food that has been in

q Repairs in the Port Stephens area. Photo: NSW SES Port Stephens Unit.

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contact with flood water and only use clean utensils and personal items. Livestock Safety Following Floods A flood and its aftermath poses a unique set of challenges for livestock owners. Hunter Local Land Services have asked livestock owners to prioritise their

www.newsofthearea.com.au Council’s adopted Recreation Strategy 2018. “Should a Skate Park be constructed at 38 Ferodale Road the existing Skate Park would be demolished,” Mr Maretich said. The Medowie Skate and Scoot Skate Park petition was created by a young Medowie resident, Jack Townsend, who at eleven years old, asked his mother what he could do about the Skate Park in Medowie. A few busy weeks after Jack’s question, Medowie Skate and Scoot reached 1277 signatures on the petition. His mother, Emma Townsend, spoke to the Council during Public Access before the meeting, noting that the demand for a new Skate Park is high within residents of Medowie. “The 1277 people who have signed the petition are in this room in the Council Chambers, crowding into the building, spilling onto

the footpath and stepping out onto the road,” she said, “1277 people and we all want one thing - we all want a new Skate Park in the Medowie Town Centre. Emma said that Medowie Skate and Scoot are asking for written authority from the Port Stephens Council to begin fundraising on behalf of Council for the new Skate Park in the Town Centre. “My son Jack didn't know it, but he started a legacy by asking ‘what can I do to make a big difference for kids in Medowie?’ and answering that by building a new Skate Park in the Town Centre will be that legacy,” she said. The Council did not make any decisions regarding the status of the Skate Park at the meeting, however it was noted that discussion is currently underway for the Medowie Place Plan, which will hear from residents in the area regarding the future of Medowie.

immediate animal welfare responsibilities by ensuring stock have adequate access to food, water and shelter. Prolonged wet conditions can lead to significant feed shortages, higher stocking densities and intermingling of groups of animals that would not normally be kept together. Animals are often physiologically stressed,

leading to reduced immune system function and their skin and feet could be soft from prolonged wetting. Current conditions also promote bacteria, biting insects, worm eggs and larvae. Local Land Services ask that owners monitor their livestock closely and contact a veterinarian at any sign of disease or illness.

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q The Port Stephens SES have been hard at work over the past few weeks, keeping locals safe. Photo: NSW SES Port Stephens Unit.

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Hymnfest At St John’s Anglican Church

By Marian SAMPSON

ST JOHN’S Anglican Church in Raymond Terrace is celebrating its 160th anniversary this year and there will be a series of mini events throughout the year. It’s impressive organ is also 160 years old. Coming up next on the calendar of events is Hymnfest. Marea Nyland told News Of The Area, "St John's Anglican Church, at 45 Sturgeon Street, Raymond Terrace, will be hosting a Hymnfest on Sunday afternoon 24 July at 4pm. The Hymnfest has been organised to reflect the favourite Hymns of 1862, which will be sung by all attending as a ‘Top 40’ hit list. Worshippers can choose

to vote for their favourite hymn from ‘All Things Bright and Beautiful’, to ‘Fight The Good Fight’ - there are many great hymns to choose from. A list for the voting has been circulated with the Top 40 Hymns and voting closing on 20 July for the top three. Those attending next Sunday afternoon at 4pm will be surprised at the last with the top three hymns revealed. The Hymnfest is very much a community event and soup and damper will be served on the day in return for a "note donation" following the event in the Parish Ministry Centre (PMC) at the rear of the church. Hymnfest is a community event and all are welcome to attend.

q The 160-year-old Organ with Organist Mrs Susanna Denham, at St John’s Anglican Church, Raymond Terrace.

Drum Corps Play At Australia England Test Match By Marian SAMPSON

MEMBERS of the Irrawang High School Drum Corps performed in front of a worldwide audience last week at the Wallabies rugby union match in Sydney. Raymond Terrace-based students got to march to the beat of their own drums in front of a packed stadium of 40,000 spectators as the Wallabies played England in a rugby union test match. Irrawang High School Drum Corps is one of only two schools and the sole state school that was invited to perform at the Sydney Cricket Ground for the Wallabies versus England Rugby Test on 16 July. The Drum Corp was selected to perform after winning first place at the ‘Australia for

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Gracie Jean doesn’t wanna sing the blues anymore By Tara CAMPBELL

PORT Stephens singer and songwriter Gracie Jean has released her newest single. ‘I Don’t Wanna Sing The Blues Anymore’ is an uplifting track that reminds listeners of their first time falling in love. Gracie told News Of The Area the track was inspired by autumn, its weather and a feeling of hope for what’s around the corner “It was that special time of year when, after a stinking hot, and really long summer, the weather was starting to cool down, there was a slight chill in the air, and I could start wearing cardigans again,” she said. “There is something about the changing of the seasons that always makes me feel excited and hopeful for what's around the corner.” Gracie had been struggling in her personal life in the summer months but found hope in autumn. “When autumn came around, things started getting better, and I started feeling better.

Drums with Colour Guard’ competition last year, where its professionalism and skill gained it well-deserved accolades. Irrawang High School’s Drum Corp Musical Director Ms Adele Robinson was understandably incredibly proud of the 30 drummers who headed to Sydney for this incredible opportunity. “I started the Drum Corps at Irrawang High School in 2005 with eight boys as part of a strategy to keep young men engaged, and it has now grown to three ensembles, Junior, Intermediate and Senior, boys and girls. “We are all very excited to be performing in front of such a large audience,” she said.

q Proud Members of the Irrawang High School Drum Corps as they get ready to perform at the Wallabies Test Match against England in Sydney at the SCG.

“I was surrounded by lovely and supportive friends, and I felt hopeful that as the weather cooled down and the air started to feel fresh, I was entering a season of healing and joy. Growing up in Port Stephens, Gracie has always loved the environment and enjoyed her schooling experience, where she was supported to pursue her love of music. “I went to St Philip's Christian College, and they really fostered my love of music. “My music teacher was always providing me with opportunities to get up and sing in front of audiences. “I was that dorky kid who was in the college choir and band, but I didn't care - I loved it,” she said. Gracie is heavily influenced by her grandfather, Ron Bear, who she says was the real motivating factor behind her music. “He was a clarinet and saxophone player, and he tested my pitch when I was a little kid,” she said. “He was really excited by my natural music abilities, so

q Gracie Jean has released her newest single, I Don’t Wanna Sing The Blues Anymore. Photo: Esther Maria Creative.

he immediately got mum to enrol me in singing lessons. “I started competing in eisteddfods and performing at school assemblies, and anywhere else I was allowed up on a stage,” she said. When Gracie reached high school her grandfather would drive her almost an hour to singing lessons, then wait during her 30-minute lesson and drive her home again. “He was so committed to me pursuing music, and I'm so thankful,” Gracie said. Gracie then pursued her

q High energy and excitement were part of the pre-performance buzz among the Raymond Terrace students.

Other professional acts also performed at the match. The Wallabies went down fighting, with spectacular

q Drums at the ready . . . the Irrawang High School Drum Corp members shone at the test match.

performances from the wingers winning England the match and the series with a 2117 victory.

q No losers here - all the Drum Corp members were winners at the SCG.

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music degree at the Australian Institute of Music and is now preparing for the release of her debut album. ‘Romance is Bad’ will be a nine-track alternative-country album that Gracie says she is “really excited for everyone to hear”. ‘I Don’t Wanna Sing The Blues Anymore’ is available on all streaming services, and you can follow Gracie’s musical journey by searching for @ graciejeanmusic on Facebook or @graciejean on Instagram.

The day will be etched in the 30 drummers’ memories for years to come as one of pride and success.

q Ready to step off with their best foot forward - the Irrawang Drum Corp.

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READING by Lynne Miles: Genesis 1: 6-8 (Abridged) "And God said, "Let there be an expanse between the waters to separate water from water." And it was so. God called the expanse "sky." And there was evening and morning the second day."

Sports clubs scoop up $50,000

By Tara CAMPBELL

MEMBER for Port Stephens Kate Washington has announced $50,000 in grants for local sporting clubs. Participants from a vast range of local sports including football, dragon-boating, soccer, bowls and croquet will share the funding. Ms Washington said she was thrilled to see so many local sporting groups receive much-needed funding. “Local sporting groups are so important to our community,” Ms Washington said. “Each and every one of these recipients are hardworking, volunteer-run community organisations, and they all contribute so much to our local health and wellbeing. “I am so pleased I was able to secure these grants and provide support to these impressive local sporting clubs,” she said.

Nelson Bay Croquet Club received the largest share of funding, with $14,000 to upgrade its outdoor area and construct a new pergola and support its growing membership and visitors. “Nelson Bay Croquet Club has exploded in popularity in recent years thanks to the hard work of its members. “This upgrade will not only improve the local club, it will also allow them to host regional competitions, seeing visiting teams travelling and supporting our local businesses as well,” said Ms Washington. President of Nelson Bay Croquet Club, David Wilson, said the members were delighted by the funding. “Our club membership has been growing, with a rapid rise after our recent ‘come and try day’. We’re now the fourthlargest club in NSW,” said Mr Wilson. “We have more than

100 active members who regularly play - meeting new people and keeping engaged in the community.” “We have four full-sized croquet courts now, and this project will allow us to host regional competitions and visiting teams, as well,” said Mr Wilson. This year’s recipients of the Local Sport Grant Program are: • Nelson Bay Croquet Club ($14,000) – Upgrade outdoor area with new pergola; • Port Stephens Outrigger Canoe Club ($5000) – Host National Titles: Outrigger Canoe Sport; • Raymond Terrace Bowling Club ($5000) – Purchase representative uniforms; • Northern Hawks RLFC ($5000) – Purchase mobile electronic scoreboard; • Greater Port Stephens Dragon Boat Club ($5000) – Recruitment/ Engagement program; • Myall Park Croquet Club

Bowls Coaching at Soldiers Point

By Peter SMITH

q Bill Ahoy delivers at Soldiers Point.

A NEW lawn bowls coaching program is now in place at Soldiers Point Bowling Club. Bowls Director Mark Watt says the program is designed for bowlers of all grades. "It will include drills designed to entertain as well as developing bowling skills,” he said. The program, which is open to both men and women, is held at 1pm on Tuesdays and 3pm on Thursdays, lasting for between one to two hours. "In saying that, bowlers are free to leave at any time,” Mark said.

Mark expects one benefit of the program will be that for all bowlers now, matter what standard, will be able to mix more socially than previously. For information on this please phone Mark on 49827137.

Congratulations go to Betty Herbertson and Bill Ahoy on being selected for the NSW State Over 60's team. They will play against Victoria at Moama Bowling Club on 6 and 7 of August.

TILLIGERRY Social Golf Club results for 15 July 2022. Outright winner: Jack Johnstone 35 Runner up: Adam Cowie 34 Bonus points winner:

Ron Dews 32 Bill McMaster 31 Ball winners: Matt Baldwin 30 Brian Riddell 29 Kel Dorney 28

Greg Hinton 27 Ron McKay 27 Wendy Couvaras 27 Bob West 27 Bradman Award: Colin Marsden

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FRIENDS have invited us to their European Holiday video night. We have to dress up for the occasion and then the highlight of the evening is to watch all the amazing places they have visited while we've been at home battling floods and COVID. How do we get out of it without appearing rude? Mr and Mrs Ogilvie Oh no. It's bad enough to see social media updates with irritating titles like 'Day trip to Capri' or 'Never coming home' without having to extend the agony with a video night. And you have to dress up as well? What are you supposed to wear while your hosts

www.newsofthearea.com.au are flitting around with their St. Tropez tans asking if you'd like an Aperol Spritz and some Bruschetta? (that they now pronounce with an accent, even though they were only away for four weeks). I think what your friends need is a good old reality check. Perhaps you can repay the favour with a 'What we did while you were gone' themed party. You can start the night by getting them to scoop some floodwater out of your drains, then continue on to Pin the RAT test to the bragger -- a quick though slightly painful game. Following this, serve some large bowls of 'tastes like nothing' soup to replicate your experience of losing not only your sense of smell and taste, but also your sanity after being cooped up in isolation. A quick scavenger hunt with points for finding Cold and Flu tablets, boxes of tissues, dirty dishes, bed socks, unwashed pyjamas, and unpaid bills should see out the evening nicely. Finally, if they are tempted to leave, stall them by playing a 'Recount Your Main Symptoms' memory game, which is particularly hard with your lingering brain fog. Dress Code: Hazmat suits. I doubt you'll ever have to worry about being invited to their house again, Carpe diem, Jasminda.

Kate Washington MP with Nelson Bay Croquet Club.

($5000) – Replace specialist lawn mower; • Nelson Bay Netball Association ($4000) – Upgrade amenities; • Port Stephens Netball Association ($1980) – Coaching

development course; • Raymond Terrace Soccer Club ($1975) – Hold recruitment/engagement events; • Raymond Terrace Soccer

NELSON Bay Golf Club Results 10 July – 16 July 2022. Results Round Up:

B Grade: Peter Bowles (23) 41, Anthony Diemar (20) 40. C Grade: John Geoghegan (32) 38, Craig Burnett (26) 37. Men’s Stableford Gymea Course: A Grade: Wayne Cleaver (15) 38, Guy Jennings (15) 36c/b. B Grade: Robert Diemar (21) 38, Ray Carruthers (23) 37c/b. C Grade: Jeffrey Warton (25) 37c/b, Philip Osborne (27) 37. Thursday 14 July: No golf as the course was rained out. Friday 15 July: Men’s Stableford Brush Course: A Grade: Steven Brown (11) 36, Peter Sutton (8) 34.B Grade: Phil Rogan (20) 38, Tony Knife (23) 35 c/b. C Grade: Craig Dews (24) 41; Frank Vandruten (26) 39. Womens’ Stableford: Overall winners

Club ($1600) – Coaching development course; • Salt Ash Pony Club ($1150) – Coaching development course.

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Sunday 10 July: No golf as the course was rained out. Monday 11 July: Men’s Veterans: Stableford Div 1: Stuart Manely (24), Terry Gannon (22). Div 2: John Priddy (21), Rob Hutton (20). Tuesday 12 July: Ladies Canadian Foursomes: Gymea Course Overall Winners: Rita Fitzgerald & Jenny Frost 68.5, Jeanette McClymont & Sharon Dunn 74.625. Wednesday 13 July: Men’s Stableford Christmas Course: A Grade: Ross Lalor (15) 38, Mark Galloway (14) 36c/b.

D&C 4th: Ron Dews Peter Couvaras D&C 7th: Matt Baldwin. NTP 18th

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Jack Johnstone Money hole: Matt Baldwin Peter Hill Lucky number 11: Brian Riddell

Lyn Robertson (22) 37, Susie Anderson (21) 34 c/b. Saturday 16 July Womens’ Stableford Gymea Course: Sharon Dunn (23) 34; Men’s Stableford Brush Courses: A Grade: Ivan Skoda (15) 37, Alan pride (14) 35 c/b. B Grade: Dudley Herbert (23) 36, Craig Windon (16) 35 c/b. C Grade: John Delany (31) 39 c/b, Andrew Driscoll (33) 39. Men’s Stableford Gymea Courses: Overall Winner: 1 Rob Fitzgerald (8) 69. Grade A: Mark Galloway (15) 70, David Hogan (7) 72, Matthew Ferguson (15) 73 c/b. Grade B: Marc Pisani (20) 70, Wayne Cleaver (16) 71, Neil Hodges (17) 72. C Grade: Glen Arndell (24) 71 c/b, Mark Fisher (25) 71, Gary McCann (27) 72 c/b.

No ladies 9 hole competition. There were 14 starters. Congratulations to all the winners. Next game is 22 July 2022.

Thursday, 21 July 2022

A word, phrase or sentence that reads the same backward or forward e.g. A man, a plan, a canal, Panama

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Down 3 Gamp 1 or Modish A word, phrase or sentence that reads the same backward forward e.g. A man, a plan, a canal, Panama 8 Hew 2 Scrutinise The young girl asked Simon if his name was Fred, and he answered with this palindrome 9 Discounting 4 Reward 11 Contemplate 5 Raise N O M I S S , 13 Island 6 Dens 15 Emptied 7 Debate 13 14 18 Soak 9 Ceremonies Solution: Miss, it is Simon 19 No Engrave 10 Cap 21 Going in 12 Apparent palindrome 25 Reprieves 14 Roman Catholic A word, phrase or sentence that reads the same backward or forward 26 Panama On lee side 16 Stain e.g. A man, a plan, a canal, 27 Esteems 17 Defrauds This palindrome explains our plan when 23none of24us, except Dad, was prepared 19 Mistake to give Lew the bad news 20 Boxes L E T A 21 Part of Ireland L E W 26 22 Letterpress 23 Misfortunes 24 Departs Solution: W e ll let Dad tell Lew 1102 © 2007 Sean Kennedy www.auspacmedia.com.au

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After the dragon destroyed the King s garden, the royal inventory was amended with this palindrome

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ANSWERS: 1. Ornate is the same as flamboyant. 2. Birds flying to warmer regions in winter is migration. 3. Tibia and vertebra are bones in the human body. Avuncular means resembling an uncle.

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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.

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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.

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Golf Course Mechanic Hawks Nest Golf Club is seeking applications for the position of Course Mechanic. Responsibilities of the Mechanic include but are not limited to: • Ensure all vehicles and equipment are maintained and repaired on a timely basis • Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems • Excellent diagnostics skills • Versatile skills in welding, and fabrication • Ability to organize and prioritise work schedules Applications should include your resume and a short cover letter addressed to the Course Superintendent, Ben Mills and emailed to: bmills@hawksnestgolfclub.com.au

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Hawks Nest Golf Club are currently seeking a casual grounds person to join the team. The position will be 30+ hours per week. Reporting to the Course Superintendent your daily tasks and responsibilities will involve: • Maintenance of all turf areas on course including greens, tees, surrounds, bunkers, fairways, rough and out-of-play areas • Follow and implement all safe workplace practices • Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions. • Ability to work flexible hours, including rostered weekend work. • To be reliable, highly motivated with a good work ethic. • Be able to work unsupervised and in a small team. • Competency with a range of machinery • Be hard working and physically fit for manual work Please forward applications to: bmills@hawksnestgolfclub.com.au

Passed away peacefully 8.7.2022 Aged 86 years Late of Tea Gardens Beloved husband of ANNE-MARIE. Loving father & father-in-law to TRACIE & TONY, ANGELA & DON, RICHARD, MARK & TEGAN. Much loved “Pop” to JESSICA, REECE, CHANTELLE, ANTHONY, SAMUEL, JACQUI, RIANNA, MILLIE, DAVID, LOGAN & ROMAN. “Super pop” to MIA & THEA. A dear brother & brother-in-law to JOHN (dec) & JAN, DENNIS (dec) & JENNY, GINNY & JOHN (dec), MARGARET & RAINER. A coach to many.

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By Marian SAMPSON PORT Stephens will soon host a Swim Bike Run (SBR) event being funded by the NSW Government. The Port Stephens economy will receive a stimulus boost with an influx of visitors set to spend big in local shops, cafes and businesses, thanks to the NSW Government’s Regional Events Acceleration Fund. Previous sporting events have demonstrated positive economic impact including Sail Port Stephens,

which is a flagship event for the region. Competitors can choose from a variety of distances, making participation in the event more accessible. Parliamentary Secretary for the Hunter Taylor Martin said a $177,521 grant for the SBR Weekend has enabled the swimming, bike riding and running event. “The SBR (swim, bike run) Weekend is a new event for Port Stephens from 9 to 11 December,” Mr Martin said. “The event features a series of ironman-distance races, plus a

range of shorter distance events that cater for everyone from elite competitors to beginners, fitness enthusiasts and kids.” Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said the Regional Events Acceleration Fund is supporting the growth of existing regional events and attracting new major domestic and international events to regional NSW. “Money is rolling out right across regional NSW helping local events go from strength to strength and putting regional NSW on the map,” Mr Toole said. “We know that hosting events

in regional areas attracts visitors to towns, and those guests will spend money in local shops, grab a bite to eat at a local restaurant or café, and boost regional businesses and economies. “Since its inception, the Regional Events Acceleration Fund has supported the delivery and development of 85 events, with more than one million visitors travelling to regional areas where these events are held.” SBR Weekend organiser Mark “Emo” Emerton said the funding would allow the event to increase visitation to town, provide great value for visitors, help boost

tourism and support local business. “I’m delighted to be able to put on such an iconic event for locals and visitors thanks to the Regional Events Acceleration Fund,” Mr Emerton said. The $40-million Regional Events Acceleration Fund is part of the $2-billion Regional Growth Fund, designed to support growing regional centres, activate local economies and improve services and community infrastructure for regional communities. Applications for round two of the Regional Events Acceleration Fund are now open and close 5pm Tuesday, 4 October.

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