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ave Our Rail NSW President Joan Dawson has vowed not to give up.

Ms Dawson was one of 200 hundred people who marched through Maitland last Thursday, delivering a petition to the office of Member for Maitland, Robyn Parker, which asks the Government to reverse its decision to cut the heavy rail into Newcastle.

Protesters took aim at the design of the interchange, also released last week, and the closure of the crossing at Railway Street, Wickham, which cuts off an access route to a popular pub, the Lass O’Gowrie, as well as several auto businesses.

The crossing closure was announced with the release of the Review of Environmental Factors report, which found that the crossing should be closed to make way for train stabling and shunting operations needed for the construction of the interchange.

Ms Dawson said the design of the interchange was shameless, not seamless. “As someone who did dressmaking, I can tell you that seamless means no join,� she said. “The current line into the city is the most seamless transport you’ll get.�

Ms Dawson said more rallies were organised.

Ms Parker was on annual leave last week and unavailable for comment.

See page 5 for a full report on the design of the Wickham interchange.

Protesters rally in Maitland last week

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Transparency needed on political campaign donations It will be very interesting to see the outcome of Newcastle lord mayor, Jeff McCloy’s challenge to state laws preventing property developers from making political donations.

I have to say upfront that I don’t think any donations from companies that could be perceived to be trying to influence political parties should be allowed. Not just property developers, but all companies that have involvement with governments through the course of their work.

The state opposition have proposed that all donations be banned and that political campaigns should receive public funding. It’s not a bad idea, but any policy that takes available money away from public expenditure is bound to attract criticism.

For all the negative press property developers receive, they do play an important part in local communities and in business districts. It’s not always about them planning 20-storey apartment blocks and upsetting residents.

Of course their prime focus is to make money, and so it should be, but they’re also out there building complexes for senior citizens etc and helping with housing shortages in certain areas. However when the public hears of donations from large companies being made to the election campaigns of political candidates, it leaves a bad taste in their mouths even if it was completely innocent.

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Of course their prime focus is to make money

One thing that is really starting to annoy me in rugby league is players questioning referees’ decisions.

Prior to the start of the season the NRL told every club that captains could only approach the referee during play in the following situations: when a try has been scored; when there is a stoppage for an injury and when a caution is being issued.

They are also able speak to them when leaving the field for halftime.

The important part of that direction is that it is only the captain who should be talking to the referee. Of course, it’s always been the case that it should only be the captain speaking on behalf of the team.

But now we have numerous players questioning every single decision with their arms waving as they get right up in the referee’s face.

I applauded referee Gavin Badger’s decision to send Roosters prop Jared Waerea-Hargreaves to the sin bin during the recent match against the Knights.

He had no right to question the referee at any stage, but apparently used offensive language.

Then he stood his ground as Badger repeatedly told him to go.

The lack of respect for referees happens in all grades and the NRL needs to enforce the policy that they came up with themselves.

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Hunter developers front ICAC

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Political donations for 2011 state election under the microscope as hearing resumes AMELIA PARROTT

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unter property developers Hilton Grugeon and Jeff McCloy will be under the spotlight as the NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) resumes its inquiry into secret political donations in Sydney today (Wednesday).

Mr McCloy, the lord mayor of Newcastle and chairman of the McCloy Group, and Mr Grugeon, chairman of Hunter Land, have both been named among the list of witness to be called before the ICAC as part of the next segment of the Operation Spicer inquiry, which will focus on potentially illegal donations received during the 2011 state election for the seat Newcastle.

Over the weekend, Fairfax Media reported that Mr McCloy had admitted to making a donation of nearly $10,000 to Newcastle Liberal MP, Tim Owen’s 2011 election campaign.

The admission was allegedly made in documents filed in the High Court as part of Mr McCloy’s bid to overturn the laws that prohibit developers from donating to political parties.

Last month, Mr McCloy labeled the 2009 laws banning developer donations as unfair and discriminatory and questioned

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why trade unions were allowed to donate to parties when developers were not.

Mr Grugeon has not addressed the allegations against him publicly.

The ICAC will examine whether the developers improperly sought to influ-

ence members of Parliament through their donations.

Newcastle-based property developer and father of Charlestown MP, Andrew Cornwell will front the inquiry today before his son appears on Thursday.

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Bringing the city’s history to life Public comment sought on heritage-themed plan for Central Maitland revitalisation

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he sounds of ticking machinery, the appearance of flowing water and the surrounds of a lush rainforest - this isn’t an art gallery installation, it could be the Maitland Heritage Mall.

Maitland City Council has released for public comment its Central Maitland Interpretation Plan, a proposal that could work in conjunction with The Levee development to revitalise Maitland’s centre.

The plan includes laneway art and soundscapes, heritage walks and moving projections, which Council’s Heritage Officer, Clare James, said will evoke stories associated with Maitland’s heritage.

“Utilisation of heritage interpretation in The Levee revitalisation of Central Maitland sets it apart many rural and urban centres,” Ms James said. “[It will] provide new ways for residents to understand the special nature of the place and act as a driver for the visitor economy.”

The plan has developed four themes to base installations around - ‘The River Speaks’, ‘Poverty and Prosperity’, ‘Heroes and Villains’ and ‘Architecture’.

“Research considered that if interpreta-

Concept designs from the Central Maitland Interpretation Plan, which has been released for public comment tion is to be inclusive then it must encompass a wide range of historic themes and site,” Ms James said.

“The Master Plan considered all aspects of the city’s history and developed themes which, when explained, leave impressions far greater than fact learning alone can achieve.”

The plan raises in-ground pavers and vertical post markers as ways to convey small aspects of Maitland’s history, with the laneway installations to present history on a larger scale.

Ms James said that the installations could be short-term or become permanent fixtures, depending on their nature, and would be Maitland-themed.

“The forest immersion concept provides a symbolic and literal link between the river and the city,” she said.

“The clockwork installation would encompass a broad range of innovation and fascinating stories present around the mechanical history of Maitland.

“The concept of aerial installations is to encourage people to explore the vertical

and horizontal dimensions of the laneway space.

“A temporary installation might include the sound of machinery, ticking clocks and cuckoos creating a playful soundtrack for the viewer.”

Ms James emphasised that current installation ideas are only concepts and the exact nature would be agreed upon between Council and the creator.

To view the Central Maitland Interpretation Plan visit www.maitlandyoursay. com.au.

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STATE GOVERNMENT

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There’s progress at last First look at design for new Wickham Transport Interchange AMELIA PARROTT

Maitland City Councillor Bob Geoghegan is urging locals to keep an open mind about Newcastle light rail.

Speaking to the Post after last week’s Save Our Rail rally, Cr Geoghegan said that there are two sides to every argument.

“If you only ever use the train and your

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The preliminary design of the new Wickham Transport Interchange proposal during the public exhibition period, which ends on August 30.

“Our customers know what’s most important to them when they’re using public transport, so we want to hear all viewpoints to make sure we get this crucial piece of infrastructure right,” she said.

Community information sessions will be held across Newcastle as part of the

community consultation process, beginning this afternoon (Wednesday) from 4pm at Southern Cross Hall in Hunter Street. There will be other information sessions at the Gallipoli Legion Club from 4pm on Thursday, August 14 and the Croatian Wickham Sports Club from 11am on Saturday, August 16.

The plan can also be viewed at www. haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au.

destination is down to Civic or Newcastle stations then you’re probably not getting a great deal of benefit,” he said.

“But on the other hand if you go by car then you’re going to be less inconvenienced at those crossings.”

Cr Geoghegan said that he believes there will be economic benefits that will flow onto surrounding areas.

“The light rail is the catalyst for the revitalisation of Newcastle and has the prospect of creating more jobs for the people of Maitland,” he said.

“A prosperous Newcastle is good for the whole of the Hunter.”

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tin shed. A carport. A modern transport hub.

These are just some of the terms being used to describe the new Wickham Transport Interchange.

NSW Transport Minister, Gladys Berejiklian revealed the preliminary design for the new interchange last week, as the Review of Environmental Factors (REF) for Wickham began a month-long public exhibition period.

According to the State Government, the modern interchange will feature fully accessible platforms, CCTV, kiss and ride facilities, taxi bays and easy access to buses and the new light rail system.

While the finer details of bus connections are yet to be announced, the light rail is expected to arrive and depart from Beresford Street, on the southern side of the site.

Up 150 people will work on the project during peak periods of construction.

Construction is expected to begin in late 2014 and be completed in late 2016.

Ms Berejiklian said residents and commuters would be given the opportunity to provide feedback on the initial

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A great day for family and friends to spend together reflecting on loved ones and good times. There will be plenty of fun for the kids, and a way for people of all ages and fitness levels to be involved.

Work on the Church Street roundabout is moving ahead, with the State Government now calling for tenders to build the eastbound overpass.

Roads and Maritime Services has already moved to acquire Council land on the Steamfest Rally Ground for construction of the flyover.

The overpass will be two lanes wide and 430 metres long, connecting to the New England Highway approximately 550 metres to the east and 400 metres to the west of the roundabout.

Minister for Roads and Freight, Duncan Gay said that the overpass is part of the $45 million dual roundabout upgrade.

“The Maitland roundabouts project is funded through the Hunter Infrastructure and Investment Fund,” he said.

“The project aims to improve safety and traffic flow, while catering for future traffic growth in this busy area.”

Homelessness forum Maitland Neighbourhood Centre will be holding a free homelessness awareness forum next week.

Guest speaker Pam Tierney will address the issues surrounding homelessness in Maitland and ways to support homeless people in the community. There will be displays and a hot soup lunch provided.

Mugs are also available with donations over $10. The forum will be held on Thursday, August 14 at Maitland Neighbourhood Centre in Arthur Street, Rutherford, starting at 11:30am. To attend, RSVP to Jenny or Nicole on 4032 0950.

NATIONAL MISSING PERSONS WEEK

The pain of just not knowing PAUL MONFORTE

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ulia Rogers and Allan MacKillop just want to know what happened to their brother.

About 4pm on Tuesday 18th July 2000, Iain MacKillop, known by his middle name, 54-year-old Donald was walking between two buildings on the grounds of Morisset Hospital where he had been a resident for 24 years. He was later expected to return to his ward before dark for meals but did not arrive and has not been seen since.

Mr MacKillop’s disappearance has been highlighted as part of National Missing Persons Week (August 3 -9).

This year, the National Missing Persons Coordination Centre has partnered with Alzheimer’s Australia for the theme ‘Dementia and Missing Persons...Learn how to prevent these words appearing in the same sentence’.

Allan MacKillop said it would have been extremely out of character for Donald, who has an intellectual disability and cannot speak, to have wandered away on his own.

“At the time, there were two scenarios suggested,” Mr MacKillop said. “He was either abducted or became lost in the bush.

“He’d lived there for a long time and never

wandered off, so we think he has gone off in somebody’s car.”

Mr MacKillop praised the efforts of police and staff at the hospital for their attempts to find his brother. “The police were great, they had the helicopter out looking for Donald and the hospital staff were coming in on their day off to help us search,” he said. “They were upset as well because Donald had lived there for so long.”

Donald MacKillop would now be 69 years old and is described as being of Caucasian appearance, 150-160cm tall, missing front teeth, walks with feet turned outward, slightly balding brown hair, slim build, with blue eyes.

Lake Macquarie police have also raised the case of Laurence Paul Lander, who has been missing since 1982. Mr Lander was last seen around 8am on Tuesday 23rd March 1982 at his home in Cooranbong.

Laurence seen walking into the bush on the farm he lived at on Mt Faulk Rd, but did not return.

He is described as being of Caucasian appearance, slim build, with brown hair and blue eyes. He would now be 56 years old and has an intellectual disability.

Anyway who has information regarding Mr MacKillop or Mr Lander is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

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IMPOUNDED ANIMALS

‘BITTER & TWISTED 2014’ EVENT

PUBLIC EXHIBITION – CODE OF MEETING PRACTICE Maitland City Council has undertaken a review of Council’s Code of Meeting Practice which involves some minor changes to the Order of Business at Council Meetings to allow for the inclusion of a Policy and Finance Committee as well as some minor changes to the Public Access Framework.

The proposed amendments to the Code of Meeting Practice will be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days, commencing Wednesday, 23 July 2014 and concluding on Tuesday, 19 August 2014.

The draft code will be available for viewing at Council’s Administration Building and Council Libraries. The draft Code can also be viewed on Council’s website at maitland.nsw.gov.au Council will accept written submissions no later than 5.00pm on Tuesday, 19 August 2014.

Further enquiries should be directed to Council’s Public Officer, Graeme Tolhurst, on 4934 9700.

TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES BRIDGE WORKS – MELVILLE FORD BRIDGE ON ABERGLASSLYN ROAD Melville Ford Bridge will undergo planned maintenance commencing Tuesday, 1 July 2014 for two–three months. The bridge will be permanently closed from 7 July for three weeks till 28 July for replacement of girders. Once the girders are in place the bridge will be closed daily to traffic between 7.30am and 3.00pm for the following nine weeks to allow for further maintenance work.

For enquiries please phone 4934 9608.

THE MAITLAND AROMA – COFFEE, CHOCOLATE AND FINE FOOD FESTIVAL 2014 Council has approved the temporary closure of sections of the following Maitland street and road-related area to conduct the upcoming Maitland Aroma event: • From 6.00am Friday, 15 August to 12.00 noon Monday, 18 August 2014:

MAITLAND GAOL The ‘Bitter and Twisted’ beer tasting festival is to be held at Maitland Gaol on 1 and 2 November 2014. Maitland City Council proposes the following temporary road closure in East Maitland for this event. The closure is detailed below for public exhibition and comment: • From 6.00am to 8.00pm daily Saturday, 1 November and Sunday, 2 November 2014: – John Street, East Maitland from roundabout on Morpeth Road to Maitland Gaol entry gates.

Comments relating to the running of the event itself (not related to road closure or traffic management) should be forwarded in writing, addressed to the General Manager, Maitland City Council, PO Box 220, Maitland 2320, endorsed ‘Bitter and Twisted 2014 Special Event – File 150/5’. The closing date for comments relating to the special event is 4.00pm on Wednesday, 13 August 2014.

Comments relating to the temporary road closure can also be forwarded in writing (addressed to the General Manager at the above address), endorsed ‘Bitter and Twisted Event 2014 – Temporary Road Closure – File 122/944’.

The closing date for comments relating to the road closure/traffic management is 4.00pm on Wednesday, 27 August 2014.

Enquiries regarding the above can be directed to Council’s Visitor Information Centre on 4931 2800.

TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF ALCOHOL-FREE ZONE MAITLAND GALTON’S RIVERSIDE CAR PARK MAITLAND AROMA FESTIVAL SATURDAY, 16 AND SUNDAY, 17 AUGUST 2014 Following 28-day public exhibition, Council wishes to advise that it has agreed an application from Councils Marketing and Communications, to temporarily suspend the Alcohol–Free Zone within the Galton’s Riverside car park from the Belmore Bridge east to Cathedral Street, then south to High Street.

The period of suspension being restricted to:

– Riverside car park.

• Sunday, 17 August 2014, 10.00am to 4.00pm

• Saturday, 16 August 2014, 10.00am to 4.00pm Contact Mary Dallow on 4934 9818 or email maryd@maitland.nsw.gov.au

GOAT FOUND Large adult male goat found wandering in the Maitland area on Monday, 21 July 2014.

The animal is white with a black head, wearing a collar and is currently being held by Council.

If the goat is not claimed within seven days of this notification, Council may sell the animal pursuant to The Impounding Act of 1993.

GOAT FOUND Juvenile male goat found wandering in the Phoenix Park area on Tuesday, 15 July 2014.

The animal is white, wearing a collar and is currently being held by Council.

If the goat is not claimed within seven days of this notification, Council may sell the animal pursuant to The Impounding Act of 1993.

COW FOUND Black and white female Friesian heifer found wandering in the Largs area on Thursday, 17 July 2014.

The animal is currently being held by Council and if not claimed within seven days of this notification, may be sold pursuant to The Impounding Act of 1993.

For further information, please phone Council on 4934 9700 and ask for the Senior Ranger.

NOTICE OF GAZETTAL MAITLAND LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL PLAN 2011 AMENDMENT NO. 9 SHARKEY’S LANE URBAN EXTENSION SITE Pursuant to the relevant provisions of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, notice is hereby given of the gazettal of Maitland Local Environmental Plan 2011 Amendment No 9, which applies to land known as the Sharkey’s Lane Urban Extension Site.

The gazetted LEP applies to Lots 1–8 and Part Lot 9 DP 37749, Sharkey’s Lane and Glenarvon Road, Lorn.

The LEP was made by the Minister for Planning and took effect on 18 July 2014.

Further enquiries should be directed to Josh Ford on 4934 9729.

Interested residents are welcome to attend.

Next meeting: 12 | 26 AUGUST – 5.30pm

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Roads, bus stops and taxi ranks on the improve as Government funding flows in

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ore than $1 million of road, bus stop and taxi rank upgrades are soon to commence in Maitland, with over $900,000 of that coming from Government funding.

Maitland City Council has received almost half a million dollars in Federal Black Spot Program funding for safety improvements on Phoenix Park Rd and Maitland Vale Rd. 26 people have been injured in 24 recorded crashes on both roads in the last five years. $265,000 will be spent on sealing verges, removing vegetation and installing guide posts and signage on Phoenix Park Rd and $195,000 on Maitland Vale Rd for signage and a curve barrier near a steep slope.

Ten new bus shelters will be constructed at Rutherford, Telarah, Maitland, Largs and Metford, and concrete slabs will be laid at 53 bus stops in Aberglasslyn, Metford, Ashtonfield, Woodberry and Tenambit.

Council will contribute $100,000 to the construction of the concrete slabs which are expected to improve bus access for those with a disability.

Council has also received $200,000 from the Safer Suburbs Program to increase safety at taxi ranks by installing additional street lighting at the Ken Tubman Drive, Elgin Street and Church Street ranks, as well as Victoria Street train station, due to be completed by June next year.

Maitland Vale Road will receive a $195,000 safety upgrade

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While many people are aware that councils manage rates, roads and rubbish, the breadth and diversity of their work often goes unrecognised.

This week is Local Government Week, which provides the perfect opportunity to promote the important role councils play in local communities.

Over this week, councils across NSW will celebrate Local Government Week by hosting a range of great events and activities.

Here in Maitland, each year I host a Local Government Schools Breakfast. I believe that engaging young people in our community in the decision making process at a grass roots level is important for the future prosperity of our city, and I enjoy spending time educating them on the role of Local Government.

Youth are often overlooked and can feel disassociated with the decision-making process, but the Maitland Community Strategic Plan (Maitland +10) identifies a goal that young people will be actively engaged in the development of plans and programs that impact on the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s young people, and I hope that hosting this breakfast goes some way to engaging this important segment of our community.

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The 14-year-old Hunter Valley Grammar School student was one of 43 individuals and groups recognised at last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2014 Newcastle Volunteer Service Awards, presented by Member for Newcastle, Sharon Claydon.

The award joins a growing list of accolades for the Year 8 student, with Isabella being named as the NSW Junior Surf Life Saver of the Year in April for her

work with Cooks Hill Surf Club. As well as taking her turn on monthly beach patrols, Isabella often steps in when others are unavailable, is in the process of getting an engagement program aimed at 13 and 14-year-olds off the ground and helps run the Same Waves program, a modified version of nippers for children with disabilities or special needs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It makes them feel like theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing something for their community because we tell them theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re keeping the beach safe,â&#x20AC;? Isabella said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m pretty much at the beach every weekend so why not help out the community while Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m there?â&#x20AC;?

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Workshop attendee, Lynette Begg of East Maitland, said that the overall cleanliness of the city contributes to people’s attitudes towards waste.

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NEW SIGNING JERONIMO SCORED FOUR GOALS on his Newcastle Jets debut as the Jets defeated Weston Bears FC 8-1 in a pre-season trial match at Rockwell Automation Park last week.

Despite the Jets controlling the majority of the play early on, it was Weston who took the lead in the fifteenth minute after Connor Evans pounced on a wayward pass at the back from Kantarovski and calmly slotted the ball past Kennedy to make it 1-0.

The Jets responded seven minutes later, with Virgili swinging in a delightful cross from the right flank that was met

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The Jets made it 2-1 in the thirty-fifth minute when Weston failed to clear their lines from a corner and Kew Jaliens was on hand to stab the ball home from close range. Jeronimo hit the woodwork with a glancing header, before reacting quickest to the rebound and blasting the ball into the back of the net with his right boot to make it 3-1 after 54 minutes.

Jeronimo completed his brace two minutes later, following some neat buildup play from the Jets.

Virgili carried the ball into the box before laying it off for Steele with a clever backheel. Steele then calmly slid the ball across the face of goal to the Argentine,

Jeronimo scores four on debut with Jets who made no mistake with the finish to make it 4-1 in favour of Newcastle The Jets increased their lead to 5-1 on the hour mark following an own goal from Weston defender Shane Farmer.

Jeronimo completed his hat-trick in the seventieth minute with a header that rebounded in off the post following a Nick Ward cross to make it 6-1.

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Rabbitohs run riot over Knights Newcastle struggle against a rampant South Sydney team in the tropical heat of Cairns PAUL MONFORTE

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he Knights were well aware of how the South Sydney Rabbitohs were going to approach last Sunday’s match in Cairns, but stopping them proved an insurmountable task.

“They blew us off the park, defensively we were off the pace,” Knights captain Kurt Gidley said of the 50-10 thrashing that extinguished hopes of a finals berth.

“We knew what was coming, they have a big forward pack and we thought we were ready for that. We didn’t have a great deal of field possession in the fist half.

“We know as a team when we are playing well we are defending well, we have good line speed and we are keeping them inside their own half for that set,” Gidley said. “We weren’t achieving that a great deal.”

The Rabbitohs completed an amazing 23 from 23 sets in the first half resulting in almost non-stop pressure on the Knights.

Chanel and Sione Mata’utia along with Jake Mamo, again made up the back three for Newcastle, with the experienced Akuila Uate returning from injury in NSW Cup.

The Knights were soundly beaten by the Rabbitohs in Cairns Photo: newcastleknights.com.au

Young forward Joseph Tapine made a quick dash to Cairns to replace Kade Snowden (virus) having played in the under 20s match against the Rabbitohs in Sydney on Saturday afternoon.

Newcastle’s under 20s team maintained their lead at the top of the competition ladder with a 32-18 win over the Rabbitohs at Redfern Oval on Saturday.

Team manager, Craig Smith said the young Knights responded to a strong halftime message from coach Mick Crawley.

“We started the game well and then a couple of errors went against us and they (Rabbitohs) capitalised,” Smith explained.

“We played quiet poorly in the first half, so at half time the coach fired a rocket.

“It was the most animated our coach has been at halftime.”

The Knights’ NSW Cup side had a convincing 38-16 victory over the Illawarra Cutters at No.2 Sportsground on Sunday.

The Knights return to Hunter Stadium this weekend for the clash against the Melbourne Storm at 5.30pm. There will be three matches on the day - the under 20s match against Melbourne kicks off at 1.10pm prior to the NSW Cup clash with Cronulla at 3.10pm.

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