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Around 30 single parents marched through the Newcastle CBD last week as part of a national rally against the Federal Government’s decision to move single parents from the Parenting Payment to the Newstart Allowance when their youngest child turns eight.

Karen Davies, the spokesperson for Single Parents Action Group (SPAG), condemned the change, describing it as a “cost-cutting measure�.

Commercial operators to gain access to new Queens Wharf LOUISE BOURKE

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aitland City Council will spend almost $33,000 to extend the existing wharf on the Hunter River at Morpeth to allow larger vessels to berth and improve passenger access including disability access.

The improvement will allow commercial operators to access the wharf without restricting recreational boaters from using the existing ramp and wharf.

Maitland MP, Robyn Parker, made the funding announcement at the wharf on Thursday. “It is with great pleasure that I congratulate the Council on securing $16,421‌for the Queens Wharf Extension project,â€? Ms Parker said. “Th is program is about sending funds straight to local communities, improving access to waterways, making boating safer and more convenient for the approximately 1.5 million people who people go boating in NSW each year.â€?

Aimed at supporting local councils, boating clubs and other agencies to make facilities more accessible and to be able to cater for increased demand, the NSW Government program matches local funding dollar for dollar.

Council General Manager, David Evans, said that cruise operators “who would like to transport large numbers of tourists to Morpeth but have limited ability with the current wharf� had expressed interest in an expansion of facilities. “The works will allow these large vessels to moor at the village and enhance access for visitors, in particular those with a disability. “I would like to congratulate Council staff on the preparation of the grant application.�

Queens Wharf Morpeth is one of 55 projects across regional NSW to share in $3.5 million in funding.

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ast week’s release of the fi ndings from a 12-month investigation into the integrity of Australian sport by the Australian Crime Commission (ACC) and the Federal Government has left many people scratching their heads.

Thursday’s announcement certainly raised more questions than it answered, with people now demanding to know the scope of the corruption and which teams, and which individuals, are involved.

The situation as it now stands demonstrates something that journalists well-know – presenting only half of the story is not enough.

It is not enough for the professional sportsmen of this country, who are now all under a cloud of suspicion.

It is not enough for sports fans, who are heading into the start of the NRL and AFL seasons not knowing who is clean and who is dirty.

And it is not enough for the wider Australian public, who want to know the full story and how it impacts their day-to-day lives.

Th is week, we have a new weekly column from Sky News reporter, Laura Jayes, who is on the ‘campaign trail’ – the one that doesn’t start until later in the year...

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igsaw is just like a big Teddy Bear. He loves hugs and attention – anything he can get!

He is quite affectionate, and very gentle. He gets along well with other cats, dogs and children.

Jigsaw is a very laid-back and relaxed cat. He is a people cat and would love to just hang out with you. He would fit in to any home if given the chance.

He is not a fussy eater; he is toilet trained and clean.

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For more information or to meet Jigsaw, contact his foster carer, Mel, on 0405 595 075.

Jigsaw is just one of the many cats available for adoption at Cat Rescue Newcastle.

For more information about adopting or fostering an animal, visit Cat Rescue Newcastle’s website, www.catrescuenewcastle. com.au, or fi nd them on Facebook.

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ore than 120 new graduate nurses and midwives kicked off their careers last week in Hunter hospitals, including 15 at Maitland Hospital.

Nerves were high on Thursday, where four new nurses were undertaking training in ECG equipment at Belmont Hospital, on what was their last day of induction prior to joining their wards.

Swansea MP, Garry Edwards, was on site to welcome the graduates and wish them luck. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a bit of an insight into what goes on in the nursing profession,â&#x20AC;? Mr Edwards told the nurses. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve got a wife whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a Registered Nurse and a daughter whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a Registered Nurse. Both have worked here [â&#x20AC;Ś], so I have a lot of respect for nurses.â&#x20AC;?

Brooke Melzer, who last year worked as an Enrolled Nurse, said she was both nervous and excited to now start her fi rst 3-month rotation in â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Medicalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; as a Registered Nurse. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It will be more responsibility,â&#x20AC;? Ms Melzer explained. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m nervous because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that step up from what I was doing and [thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s] the expectation of me already knowing things, so Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m nervous but Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m excited.â&#x20AC;?

NSW Health Minister Jillian Skinner officially welcomed the 2,000 new

New nurses, Brooke Melzer (left) and Bianca Carlin, learning to use ECG equipment

nursing and midwifery graduates starting work around the State to the

profession, saying itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a memorable and important time for the new nurses.

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microscope ENT/Ortho with eyepiece. An anaesthetic machine.

Anaesthetic monitors. An Endoscope unit refit.

Th is is the $443,000 wish list of operating theatre equipment that the Maitland Hospital Foundation hopes to provide for the Maitland community.

In order to tackle this list, The Maitland Hospital Foundation is kicking off a $1 million-plus fundraising drive with a banquet to be held in Lovedale in May. The banquet, hosted by Katrina and Russel Leslie of Wandin Valley Estate, will feature gourmet cuisine, boutique wines and entertainment, and 100 per cent of every dollar raised will go towards the hospital.

The foundation aims to raise funds for the purchase of equipment, as well as to benefit research and education programs that will assist patients at Maitland Hospital. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We really want to make a big dent in the very long list of equipment at this event which falls outside of government funding to help improve the facilities at the hospital and level of care in our community,â&#x20AC;? said Foundation Chairman, Greg Farrow.

Tickets to the ball are $150 per head. For further information or to offer support, contact Kate Burls on 4931 6000, or email admin@maitlandhf.org.au.

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Residents back a Council plan

In the jungle without a machete

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f Julia Gillard’s early election announcement is meant to be a political masterstroke, at the moment it’s proving to be more of a paralysing stroke than anything else.

24 hours after announcing that voters will get their chance to go to the polls on September 14, Craig Thomson was arrested and charged.

Remember, he is still a suspended member of the Labor Party, he was a union official and he allegedly stole hundreds of thousands of dollars from some of the lowest paid workers in health to pay for hookers.

Then came the resignation of two of Julia Gillard’s allies, Chris Evans and Nicola Roxon, in what they collectively told the media was a planned exit strategy. A planned upheaval that the Prime Minister says she was aware of 12 months ago and decided to move two days after nominating the election day.

Th is is where the “masterstroke” is starting to look like a flop, and MPs are really starting to question their leader’s decision making process.

One described it as another “WTF moment from Gillard”.

To an already jittery caucus, the Prime Minister accused MPs of backgrounding journalists and offering “negative assessments about the government”.

Another says it was a “lecture and it was bizarre. She basically told us that journalists had complained to her about MPs leaking”.

(That MP backgrounded me at the conclusion of the caucus meeting, and let me assure you journalists NEVER complain about getting leaks) So this eight month lead-up to the election hasn’t helped Julia Gillard so far, and it’s provided Tony Abbott at least the luxury of mapping out a plan. But don’t forget another wouldbe, former, wannabe leader Kevin Rudd.

The chaos, real or perceived, could again pave the way for his return.

At the moment it’s unlikely, but as we know, a week in politics is a long time.

As one of his supporters reminded me this week, “Gillard’s excuse for knifi ng Rudd was that a good government had lost its way. It would appear that we are now in the jungle without a machete”.

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“It’s fair enough to say you have to be 10 metres from buildings when you’re smoking but in those areas there’s nothing supplied to place butts...I could carry a personal ash tray in my pocket” – Deon McLaren, Beresfield

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aitland City Council is encouraging smokers to clean up their act by giving away free personal ash trays throughout February in an attempt

to reduce the amount of cigarette butts ending up on the streets of Maitland.

According to the most recent National Litter Index data, cigarette butts are by far the most common form of litter found nationally.

Across Australia, there are three times as many cigarette butts discarded as paper or cardboard and as well as

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butts about ash trays to provide free personal ash trays to stop butts being littered “I think personal ashtrays are a great idea but they need more public ash trays.

They put out bins for needles but there’s nothing for smokers and we’re not illegal yet.”

– Jan McInnes, Tenambit

“I had a personal ash tray before, ages ago...I think they’re definitely a good idea.”

– Tara Memmen, Woodberry

looking unsightly, each butt has the potential to enter local waterways and threaten water quality and marine life.

Acting Manager of Development and Environment, Stephen Punch, said

“I think [personal ash trays] are a good idea as long as they’re secure and don’t spill in the handbag.”

Natalie McLaren, Beresfield

littered cigarette butts were a major problem in Maitland.

“Cities with a high number of littered cigarette butts look dirty and uncared for and encourage other rubbish.

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“I always use designated smoking areas anyway and if there is not an area I butt out and use a bin, especially with the risk of fires in the heat.”

Scott Bozza, Aberglasslyn

“[Butts] also contain hazardous chemical such as cadmium, arsenic and lead,” Mr Punch explained.

Correctly disposing of cigarette butts is particularly important in the warmer

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The free ash trays are available at the Maitland City Council Administration Building.

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POLICE MATTERS Senior Constable Kel Boak, Crime Prevention Officer, Central Hunter Police

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n Tuesday night I had the pleasure of attending the Beresfield-Tarro Neighbourhood Watch

meeting.

During the meeting, recent changes to the road rules were discussed and to my delight the vast majority of residents attending the meeting had a very good grasp of the recent changes.

As always when traffic laws are discussed, roundabouts were a point of discussion. To avoid confusion on this sometimes misunderstood aspect of driving, I have summarised the traffic law.

When you see the roundabout sign it means slow down, prepare to give way and if necessary stop to avoid a collision.As you’re approaching a roundabout, you must get into the correct lane, indicate if turning, and give way to traffic already on the roundabout.

Enter the roundabout when there is a safe gap in the traffic. Indicating your direction of travel and being in the correct lane are paramount. When exiting the roundabout, you must indicate this with your left indicator unless it is not practical to do so.

POINTS TO REMEMBER: Choosing the correct lane. When turning right, you must be in the right

lane unless otherwise marked in the road. Going straight is from either lanes unless marked on the road.

Indicating. When approaching a roundabout, you must give sufficient warning to other road users of your intention to turn left or right by indicating as you approach the roundabout.

When exiting a roundabout, whether you are turning left, right or even going straight ahead, you must always indicate a left turn just before you exit, unless it is not practical to do so.

Bicycle riders can turn right from either the left or right lane on multi lane roundabouts.

One thing that a lot of motorists seem forget is that upon entering a roundabout, motorists must give way to all vehicles already on the roundabout.

Many drivers seem to think it is sufficient to give way to the right.

In compiling this information, I have used the website of NSW Roads and Martime (previously known as the RTA).

They have easy-to-understand explanations of all roads rules and I highly recommend drivers refresh themselves with changes to traffic laws.

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The Federal Government announced faster internet speeds for regional areas as part of the NBN rollout

Better net: Hunter’s internet speed to double

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aitland will be one of the fi rst areas to access internet speeds at double the current rate as part of the rollout of the National Broadband Network.

In a plan unveiled by NBN Co, those on a fi xed wireless service will have access to a 25 megabyte per second (mbps) download speed, and a 5mbps upload speed, bringing them up to date with speeds currently available to those in metropolitan areas.

Spokesman Darren Rudd said that this will have a huge impact on involving everyone in the digital economy.

“It’s about closing the gap between

metropolitan, regional and rural areas,” he said.

The Maitland rollout should be completed within the next three years, and up to 6,000 properties between Aberglasslyn and Ashtonfield will be able to access these speeds in a year’s time.

“That will give people in the most isolated parts of the country access to economic and social opportunities that the rest of the country takes for granted,” said NBN Co-Chief Executive, Mike Quigley.

The fi xed wireless rollout is expected to be completed by the end of 2015.

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round 30 single parents marched through the Newcastle CBD last week as part of a national rally against the Federal Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decision to move single parents from the Parenting Payment to the Newstart Allowance when their youngest child turns eight.

Karen Davies, Newcastle Spokesperson for Single Parents Action Group (SPAG), condemned the change, describing it as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;cost-cutting measureâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Parenting Payment is designed to accommodate families and children [â&#x20AC;Ś] while Newstart is very harsh and it only concentrates on getting people to work,â&#x20AC;?

Ms Davies said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;[But] all single parents I know are working anyway because you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t afford to live on benefits.â&#x20AC;?

Erin Laurence, a qualified graphic designer and mother of one, resents the stereotype that single mums donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to work. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The idea that this legislation is supposed to encourage us into work is quite a joke to me, because I work every single day as a parentâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;? Ms Laurence said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Trying to fi nd employment is a high priority and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s difficult [because] thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not a lot that isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t full-time work.â&#x20AC;?

Another single mum, Janine, had been

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employed as a social worker until she decided to home-school her special needs child. To make ends meet, Janine began working after hours in hospitality, but quit when she realised that the impact of

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o those of us who have lived here a while, Maitland is full of familiar names, and none more so than the Fry brothers.

I recently attended and spoke at the opening of Fry Brothers Funerals new chapel in Rutherford.

The chapel has been established in response to a demand from people in the community for a funeral service away from the traditional church environment.

The new space provides a peaceful place for people of any faith or denomination to deal with their loss in a personal way.

The new facility includes an 130 seat chapel and an office to provide staff support to families using the service.

Fry Brothers was initially established in 1889 by Harry and Richard Fry who, as well as funeral services, were also involved in furniture production and their father Henryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coach business.

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At the opening event, Tony reflected on the life of the building before they took it over. It had been home to a service station, muffler shop and â&#x20AC;&#x201C; most interestingly â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a Kentucky Fried Chicken. Tony made the amusing comment that while there would no longer be any fried chicken â&#x20AC;&#x201C; there will be plenty of Frys.

I think, in their industry, it is important to keep a sense of humour and at times it must be the key to getting through the day.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certainly an admirable profession and one that takes a compassionate, patient and special person to commit themselves to this type of work.

It is clear to anyone who meets the Frys that the family defi nitely fit the bill and I would like to congratulate them on the expansion of their business and wish them well into the future.

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alling all hot fi remen! The search is on for the State’s most foxy fi refighters to take part in the 2014 NSW Firefighters Calendar and organisers have their sights set on the men of the Hunter.

Retired fi reman, Rhett Mitchell, began the calendar after his nephew was badly burnt in 2005 to raise money for Westmead Children’s Hospital’s burn unit.

In that fi rst year, Mr Mitchell and his brother raised $5,000 and now, eight years later, the calendar brings in around $40,000 for the unit.

“The more I give, the more I want to give,” Mr Mitchell said.

“There is no greater feeling than walking through the burns unit and seeing the little ones and where the money’s gone to.”

Firemen of any service can apply to be in the calendar, however, Mr Mitchell discourages “porkers”.

“A smile and a six pack goes a long way,” Mr Mitchell joked.

“Last year we had 65 apply and a few were porkers.

They can apply again but they won’t get in.”

According to Mr Mitchell, calendar organisers would love a fi rie from our region, because our guys are friendlier by nature.

We’ve had two local men take part in the calendar in recent years – ‘Greame’ has been successful for the past four years and ‘Brenton’ (Mr Motorcycle, pictured).

If you, or someone you know, has what it takes to be a calendar guy, apply online at www.fi refighterswanted. com.au and supply three of your best pics, before the end of March.

For information, call Rhett Mitchell on 0431 335 098.

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‘Brenton’, a local firie who made the cut for the 2013 NSW Firefighters Calendar

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YOUR COUNCIL NEWS NOTICE OF ADOPTION MAITLAND CITY WIDE DEVELOPMENT CONTROL PLAN NEW CHAPTER â&#x20AC;&#x201C; B.7 RIPARIAN LAND & WATERWAYS In accordance with Clause 21 of the Environmental Planning & Assessment Regulation 2000, notice is hereby given that at its meeting of 29 January 2013, Council resolved to adopt a new DCP chapter â&#x20AC;&#x201C; titled B.7 Riparian Land and Waterways â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which forms part of the Maitland City Wide Development Control Plan.

The new DCP chapter provides detailed guidance to people undertaking development near riparian land and waterways, and prescribes Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s objectives and requirements relating to any such development.

The DCP chapter comes into effect on the date of this public notice, being Wednesday, 13 February 2013.

The DCP chapter may be viewed or purchased at the Customer Service Counter of Council, 285â&#x20AC;&#x201C;287 High Street, Maitland. The DCP chapter can also be viewed online at http://www.maitland. nsw.gov.au/PlanningDevel/DCPs Further enquiries should be directed to Josh Ford (Strategic Town Planner) by phoning 4934 9729.

PUBLIC NOTICES TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES ANZAC AND BLOMFIELD STREETS AND PENDER ROAD, SOUTH MAITLAND â&#x20AC;&#x201C; GROOVINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; THE MOO MUSIC FESTIVAL Council has received an application from Cattleyard Promotions to temporarily close some streets surrounding the Maitland Showground area to ensure safe movement of pedestrians and trafďŹ c associated with the proposed Groovinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; the Moo music festival. Closure details are as follows:

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SWAN STREET AND NORTHUMBERLAND STREET, MORPETH â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ANZAC DAY MARCH AND CEREMONY Council wishes to advise that it has received an application from Morpeth Anzac Day Committee to temporarily close a section of Swan Street and Northumberland Street, Morpeth to hold the annual Anzac Day Ceremony. Details of the temporary closures on Thursday, 25 April 2013 are as follows: s 3WAN 3TREET FROM .ORTHUMBERLAND 3TREET TO Market Street, 10.00amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;12.30pm s 3WAN 3TREET FROM 4ANK 3TREET TO .ORTHUMBERLAND Street (street march), 10.30amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;11.30am s .ORTHUMBERLAND 3TREET FROM 3WAN 3TREET TO Close Street, 11.30amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;12.30pm Public comments regarding the proposed road closures should be made in writing, addressed to the General Manager, Maitland City Council, PO Box 220, Maitland 2320, endorsed â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Morpeth Anzac Day Temp Road Closures â&#x20AC;&#x201C; File 122/944â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. The closing date for comments relating to the temporary road closures is 4.00pm Wednesday, 13 March 2013.

s #ONVERT TO ONE WAY SOUTHBOUND MOVEMENT FROM 8.00amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;11.00pm: 3. Pender Road â&#x20AC;&#x201C; full length to Trappaud Road; 4. Cultivation Road â&#x20AC;&#x201C; full length to Trappaud Road; 5. Louth Park Road â&#x20AC;&#x201C; from Les Darcy Drive to Park Street. s 4EMPORARY NO PARKING zone from 8.00am Saturday, 27 April 2013 to 12.00 noon Sunday, 28 April 2013: 6. Both sides of Louth Park Road from Les Darcy Drive to Trappaud Road; 7. North side of Cracknell Lane from Anzac Street to Cultivation Road; 8. Both sides of Cultivation Road from Cracknell Lane to Trappaud Road.

Did you knowâ&#x20AC;Ś E-Waste Disposal Dispose of electronic waste for free anytime at Mt Vincent Waste Disposal at 109 Mt Vincent Road, East Maitland.

Domestic quantities only. Mixed waste will be charged at normal rates.

Greenwaste Disposal Trial Program Drop-off a trailer load of greenwaste for free and collect a free trailer of mulch at Mt Vincent Waste Disposal Site at 109 Mt Vincent Road, East Maitland.

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Compost Bins and Worm Farms Compost bins are available for purchase at the low price of $37 and worm farms for $77. Call Customer Service to order and pick up from Council Administration Building, High Street, Maitland.

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FREE HOUSEHOLD CHEMICAL COLLECTION Household quantities (20kg or 20 L max. container size) of unwanted chemicals are wanted for collection in Maitland. This is an opportunity to rid your home of chemicals in an environmentally safe manner.

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Comments regarding the above temporary closures for this event should be forwarded in writing, endorsed â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;File 122/944 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Groovinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; the Moo Road Closuresâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and addressed to the General Manager, Maitland City Council, PO Box 220, Maitland NSW 2320. The closing date for comments relating to the temporary road closures is 4.00pm 13 March 2013.

Maitland residents only, proof of residence required.

When: Saturday, 23 February 2013, 9.00amâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;3.30pm

Ever wondered how much energy your electrical appliances use? If so, Council currently has available for loan energy meters which monitor your electrical appliancesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; energy use.

Meters are available for loan for a two-week period free-of-charge from Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Customer Service Section.

Where: TranspaciďŹ c Industries Depot, Kyle Street, Rutherford Containers should be clearly labelled, or marked as UNKNOWN CHEMICALS, and well sealed to prevent harm during transport and disposal.

For further information visit cleanout.com.au or contact Maitland City Council on 4934 9700.

Access will be provided for local residents within the temporary closure area.

COUNCIL MEETING DATES Attend a Council Meeting â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5.30pm

FEBRUARY 26 MARCH 12 | 26 Interested residents are welcome to attend.

DAVID EVANS General Manager

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Youth Off the Streets scholarships helping young people to achieve TRICIA MOROSIN

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isadvantaged youth across the Hunter are being encouraged to apply for a scholarship from charity Youth Off The Streets as part of their annual program designed to help at-risk young people realise their dreams.

In addition to receiving $5,000 towards education or training, each scholarship recipient is matched up with a mentor for the duration of their scholarship.

“Many of our scholarship recipients experience fi nancial barriers or lack traditional support networks and live away from their families,” Youth Off The Streets Founder, Father Chris Riley, said.

“Without this opportunity these young people, who have a desire to achieve their best, struggle to fi nd the avenue to do so.”

Since the program’s beginnings nine years ago, the organisation has supported over 170 young Australians, including six recipients from the Hunter.

One of these local recipients is Noni*, who said the program, and particularly her mentor, enabled her to achieve a “secure, happy and fulfi lling life” by helping her become a psychologist.

In 2010 she was able to enroll in a psychology degree and throughout her scholarship period, Noni received support ranging from organising new

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Youth Off the Streets is offering scholarships to disadvantaged Hunter youth

rental accommodation, to assistance in obtaining her driver’s licence, something she thought was completely unattainable before receiving the scholarship from Youth Off The Streets.

Last year, Noni was assisted by the Scholarship program to begin an exchange placement in Europe, further expanding her studies.

Nominations for the scholarships close

at 5pm on April 5.

To nominate yourself or someone you know, visit http://youthoff thestreets. com.au/scholarshipprogram *Noni is not her real name

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Walk down memory lane Walking tours explore how Maitland has coped with devastating floods AMELIA PARROTT

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ith the eyes of the nation cast towards our neighbours to the north as they begin the cleanup following the worst flood on record hit Bundaberg last month, memories of Maitland’s own devastating floods arise in the minds of many.

Local flood historian, Peter Bogan, will host a walk down memory lane next Sunday with the fi rst in a series of Walk and Talk Flood Tours presented by the NSW SES and the HunterCentral Rivers Catchment Management Authority which explore flood safety and how floods have shaped the city of Maitland.

Mr Bogan said the tours are especially important for younger generations and those who are new to the Maitland area and haven’t experienced major floods.

“What we do is we take people on these walks and we talk about the history and use photographs taken on the exact spot where we stand and talk so they can see, this is what it was in ‘49 and this is what it was in ’55.”

The walk will cover High Street and Horseshoe Bend and feature over 80 photographs, the earliest of which dates back to 1875.

The two-and-a-half hour tour costs

Flood historian, Peter Bogan and (right) a scene from the 1949 flood in Maitland

$10 per person.

A second Walk and Talk Flood Tour will run on Sunday, February 24.

To book a spot, call the

Hunter-Central Rivers Catchment Management Authority on 4930 1030 or email your details to hcr@cma.nsw. gov.au.

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ow many people out there actually understand why â&#x20AC;&#x153;Breast is Bestâ&#x20AC;??

I could write pages about how breastfeeding is the best nutritionally and emotionally and how it will have health benefits throughout a babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s entire life, but this week I want to focus on how important it is to get the fi rst breastfeed right to ensure success!

My advice is that if you are planning on breastfeeding your baby, then do some research during pregnancy about what to expect from yourself and your baby after birth, learn about the correct attachment to the breast to prevent any nipple damage, focus on the multitudes of positive things that come through breastfeeding and be committed to your decision to do it.

Make an appointment with a midwife or a lactation consultant to learn all you can antenatally and organise for a midwife to help you with the fi rst feed as soon after birth as possible.

If all mums were given the correct advice and support from the start, more women would be able to naturally and lovingly nourish their baby.

Reinventing old outfits

To encourage breastfeeding immediately after birth, the mother and baby should be placed in contact skin to skin. You can request to do this even after a caesarean!

During a natural birth, a baby can be birthed up onto the mothers stomach and chest and remain there usually until the baby shows cues for the fi rst feed.

Skin to skin is an amazing thing to do with your newborn, not only is it instinctual, but it maintains babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s temperature, regulates babyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s heart rate and breathing pattern and stabilizes their blood sugar level.

Not only that, skin to skin contact immediately after birth allows the baby to be colonized by the same bacteria as the mother. Th is, plus breastfeeding, isthought to be crucial in preventing allergic diseases.

Studies have shown that babies who breastfeed in the fi rst hour after birth are more likely to successfully continue breastfeeding. Th is fi rst hour or so after birth is so special because this precious newborn will be in a state of quiet alertness, which is optimal behaviour for interaction and connection with their mother.

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hen preparing for a night out, whether it is just dinner or something requiring a little more effort, there is nothing worse than the realisation that you will have to re-wear an outfit.

In reality, unless you have an endless wardrobe, you will have to re-wear outfits more than a couple of times, which is totally normal, but sometimes you really wish that you had the time and money to dash to the shops and pick up something to spruce up your look.

I went out to dinner with a couple of girlfriends this week. While it was nothing big and I know that they couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t care less what I wore, I found myself stressing over what to wear.

Did I wear that last time I saw them?

Have they seen those photos of me in this outfit? Will I look too boring?

In the end I settled on the most comfortable outfit and after we had been chatting for a while, it turned out that the other girls had all been stressed out about what to wear, just as I had.

When you think about it, it seems so pointless to head out to the shops

If you want to see a topic discussed, or have a question answered, email katherine.tweed@mediaview.com.au

Elisha is a Registered Nurse and Midwife, with years of experience working in emergency departments, general wards, maternity and in the community.

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ARIES MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

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TAURUS APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

The focus is on greater fi nancial security, and you could well be looking at various options over the next few weeks. In co-operation with family members and in particular, your partner, you have an opportunity to fi rm up family fi nances. The New Moon in your 10th house indicates that certain obstacles and issues with colleagues or bosses will need to be sorted out on the career front before you’re able to progress on a smooth path once again.

GEMINI MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

Trends encourage you to avoid becoming involved in the same old things and wherever possible to get some variety into your life. Even if the weather outside is not the best, you do need a change of scenery. It would be best to pick a place where your intellect is stimulated.

Saturn in your 4th house warns you to be careful of becoming involved in power struggles with loved ones and colleagues. Th is is an excellent time to plan a trip.

CANCER JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

The focus is on your fi nancial security and even though you would like to be the last of the big spenders this is not advisable. You may need to consult an accountant or bank manager in order to see what you can and cannot get away with during the months ahead. There may be some major bills that are going to need to be paid and therefore you will need to cut down on the luxuries for a short time.

LEO JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

With so many planets in your area of health and work, there is a need for initiative and drive to make the most of your prospects. You’ll be forced to stand out and make your mark on the professional world. In health affairs, the vitality of the planets will make you feel alive and effective. Saturn in your 6th house warns you to be careful of overdoing things and of how you handle some colleagues.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

The focus at the moment is not likely to be on practical matters but rather in the direction of intimate attachments. Anything to do with your home is also to the fore, so it could be difficult committing yourself fully to work or even certain social events. Your children will be taking up a lot of your time as they drive you insane with their needs or demands. You need time to yourself so why not take a long stroll to relax yourself.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Engaging in heartfelt discussions with family members and your life partner is something that comes as second nature to you. So be certain to keep the lines of communications wide open. You and your lover may be resolving some of your problems and the making up is likely to lead to an outburst of sheer passion.

However, there are likely to be some major problems at work to deal with so be ready to address certain issues.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

What is highlighted at the moment is your marked ability to communicate your ideas and opinions to anyone who is willing to listen.

Confidence remains high, even if you are occasionally shaking in your shoes when confronted by anyone you see as being very important. With so many planets being in your third house it is an ideal time to explore new neighbourhoods and to take an interest in spiritual matters.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

The major focus is on your fi nancial affairs and thankfully your prospects take an upturn.

The next month will see an improvement in your economic security. It may be that you need to lay down plans to ensure maximum profit. Don’t expect swift returns but actions taken now stand you in good stead for the future. Also there may be a few issues to sort out with your bosses.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

Success should now be there for the taking as a direct result of your own efforts. You have the ability to get major initiatives to go your way, and to persuade colleagues and friends to help you out. Life may be frantic during the next few weeks, but it will also be very interesting.

However, you will need to be careful in the way that you handle loved ones or your partner as major issues will need resolving.

PISCES FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

Your moods are switching from being intensely romantic and loving to strangely distant and detached. Your partner won’t be able to understand you at all and this is not surprising because you honestly can’t really understand yourself. There is a need for rest, relaxation and to take better care of your health and that of loved ones as a connection with doctors or hospitals is likely. Look after yourself.

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A highly passionate phase in your life begins with the New Moons entry into partnership house. Th is is the ideal time to discuss shared resources and intimate problems with someone you trust deeply as this will help you to relieve your anxieties. Romance can be strengthened at the moment and this is defi nitely the right time to tell someone exactly how much they mean to you. At work, focus on being a team player.

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he Cessnock Performing Arts Centre will be kicking it’s 2013 season off with a bang with a new adaptation of George Orwell’s brilliant ‘Animal Farm’.

‘Animal Farm’, one of the most controversial, studied and acutely observed political commentaries in the canon, will be brought to life by Queensland’s shake & stir theatre company in a production that wags have hailed as “Magnificently, ridiculously and fabulously good.” High praise.

This simple, yet intensely powerful fairytale illustrates how greed and absolute power corrupts absolutely and, with devastating consequences, can change the course of history.

Revolution has taken place at Manor Farm. The pigs have assumed control and, under the principles of Animalism, a better life free from human interaction is promised to all.

Guided by a simple set of rules and

an unrelenting respect for authority, it is not long before the rules that promised freedom become the chains that bind.

All animals are equal – it’s just that some animals are more equal than others, aren’t they?

Directed by Michael Fulcher and brought to life by a cast of some of Queensland’s most dynamic actors, ‘Animal Farm’ promises to be one of the most shocking, exciting, relevant and wickedly funny theatre events of the year.

‘Animal Farm’ will be on at the Cessnock Performing Arts Centre on Friday, March 1 from 8pm.

TE is giving you the chance to win a double pass to ‘Animal Farm’. To enter, email your name and contact details to editorial@newcastlepost. com.au with ‘Animal Farm’ in the subject line by no later than 5pm on Tuesday, February 26.

Winners will be notified by phone.

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hen it comes to giving 100 per cent on stage, the boys in Hunterbased outfit Flying Mare know that it’s an absolute must.

This four-piece enjoys nothing more than cranking up a happening party at every gig and, with decades of experience under their belts, you can rest assured that these guys will deliver a highenergy set.

The members of Flying Mare have worn out stages across the Hunter and Central Coast for more years than they’d probably care to remember.

Previous bands such as Magic Carpet, Men Without Shame, Melting Pot, Big Ask, The Longknives, The Deep and Appaloosa have allowed Dave, Ron, Luke and Gav to refine their stagecraft and musical technique.

Playing everything from Sydney power-pop legends The Sunnyboys’

‘Alone With You’ through to the swaggering blues of Gary Moore’s ‘Walkin’ By Myself’ and with more than a dash of audience interaction, selfeffacing humour and an overt dedication to songcraft, there’s little doubt that Flying Mare deliver.

Catch Flying Mare when they play at East Maitland Bowling Club on Friday, February 15 to see what all the fuss is about.

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ewcastle’s Peta Evans Taylor has won both state and national titles for singing as well as song writing as well as wowing audiences both here and abroad in such places as Hollywood, San Francisco, India, Norfolk Island, Sydney, Canberra, Brisbane, Mt Isa and Tasmania.

She has also toured with the likes of Irish singing sensation Damien Leith, Aussie/Canadian chanteuse Wendy Matthews and Australian music legends Brian Cadd and Russell Morris.

Evans Taylor released her debut EP, ‘Open Your Eyes’ in 2003 which

showcased five of her original tracks.

After a few years of continually plugging away on the road, she headed back into the studio in 2010 and after a fair amount of blood, sweat and tears, she emerged with her first long player ‘Out of the Darkness’ along with a video for her first single ‘Inconvenience’.

Peta Evans-Taylor is continually song writing and working towards her goals – she’s determined to fulfil her dream of becoming a fully-fledged internationally recognised singer-songwriter.

Catch Peta Evans Taylor when she plays at Harrigans, Pokolbin on Friday, February 15.

LIZOTTE’S NEWCASTLE: Wednesday, Justin Townes Earle, Robert Ellis; Thursday, Abby Dobson & Lara Goodridge; Friday, Shannon Noll, Galleri; Saturday, Eugene Hideaway Bridges; Sunday, Paul Greene and the Other Colours, The Hussy Hicks; Tuesday, An Evening With the Hoff, Voodoo Express.

MAITLAND LEAGUES CLUB: Friday, Rok Candy.

METROPOLITAN HOTEL: Friday, Mick Jones.

NEATH HOTEL: Saturday, Mick Jones.

NEWCASTLE PANTHERS: Saturday, Miss Surfest Venue Final.

NORTHERN STAR HOTEL: Wednesday, Mark Wood; Friday, Garth Prentice; Saturday, Eliza Kate.

POTTERS BREWERY: Friday, Troy.

QUEENS WHARF BREWERY, Wharf: Saturday, Brendan Murphy, Kim and Mik; Sunday, DLove.

REGAL HUNTER HOTEL: Saturday, Darren.

ROYAL FEDERAL, Branxton: Saturday, Free Fallin’; Sunday, Daniel Arvidson.

RUTHERFORD HOTEL: Saturday, Silverhaiwr.

SHENANIGANS, Maitland: Friday, Karaoke; Saturday, Solid Gold.

SINGLETON DIGGERS, Alroy Park: Friday, Karaoke.

SINGLETON DIGGERS, York Street: Saturday, Pete Gelzinnis TELARAH BOWLING CLUB: Friday, Purple Hearts; Saturday, Free Juke Box. WICKHAM PARK HOTEL: Wednesday, Flash Jam; Thursday, Joanne Taylor, Jimmy Bazil Project; Friday, Milestones; Saturday, The Smarts; Sunday, Carrot, The Jungle Kings.

WINDSOR CASTLE HOTEL: Friday, Ninemile Duo; Saturday, The Gaudreys.

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BELMORE HOTEL: Friday, Cosy Velour; Saturday, 24 Hours.

BELMORE HOTEL, Scone: Saturday, Steve Boyd.

BERESFIELD BOWLING CLUB: Friday, Rock Factor; Saturday, Phonic Duo. BRADFORD HOTEL: Friday, HR Duo. CAMBRIDGE HOTEL: Friday, I Am Apollo.

CARDIFF PANTHERS: Friday/Saturday/ Sunday, Belly Dance Festival.

CESSNOCK SUPPORTERS: Friday, D’Lish; Saturday, Trio Royale; Sunday, Ruby the Clown, Kids’ Disco and Karaoke.

CLUB SINGLETON: Friday, Stephen Cheney.

CRITERION HOTEL, Weston: Saturday, Aaron Hood.

EAST CESSNOCK BOWLING CLUB: Thursday, Talk Of The Town; EAST MAITLAND BOWLING CLUB: Friday, Flying Mare; Saturday, Solid Gold Party; Sunday, Stephen Cheney.

GEORGE TAVERN: Friday, Daniel Arvidson; Saturday, Spank n The Monkey; Sunday, James Osborn.

GREAT NORTHERN HOTEL: Wednesday, The Havelocks, The Adam Miller Band; Thursday, The End Of Summer; Friday, Transvaal Diamond Syndicate, The Delta Lions, The Dead Hills; Saturday, The Smith Street Band, Bomb The Music Industry, Adeline Pines, The Bennies.

HAMILTON STATION HOTEL: Thursday, Madhouse DJs. HARRIGANS IRISH PUB, Pokolbin: Friday, Peta Evans Taylor; Saturday, Howard Shearman.

KING STREET HOTEL: Friday, Firebeatz, Nukewood; Saturday, Ajax; Sunday, Any Given Sunday, KURRI BOWLING CLUB: Friday, Rave On Duo; Saturday, Stephen Cheney.

LASS O’GOWRIE HOTEL: Wednesday, Medicine For The People, Rhythm Hunters; Thursday, Creative Creatures Open Mic Night; Friday, Twin Lakes, Ben and the Sea, De’May; Saturday, The Magnetic Westies, Riley and Donna, Love Lost.

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Best of both worlds

Bed: 4 | Bath: 2 | Car: 2

The house has four bedrooms and there is an ensuite with spa in the master bedroom. The house also has a formal lounge room with fi replace and French doors, as does the adjoining dining room.

For Sale: $925,000

The kitchen features Kauri pine and Carrara marble and opens to an informal living area.

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Situated on 2.8 acres with town water and sewer. It offers large shedding with triple carport, a lovely private pool, with shallow on each end, 10m x 4m self cleaning salt-water. The 4 bedroom home is modern and an entertainerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s delight. A renovated kitchen with tiled floors has glass splashback, a dishwasher and views into the enormous Queensland room. There is fresh paint throughout. A renovated bathroom includes a beautiful claw-foot tub and large shower with all modern fittings.

All bedrooms include ceiling fans and built-in robes, the main being king-sized with an en-suite and walk-in robe.

Living areas are spacious, air conditioned and perfect for the family. School buses are at the door, minutes to the shops, restaurants and all the attractions of the famous Hunter Valley vineyards, this home is waiting for family fun times at an affordable price.

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PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

$599,000

By Appointment Cathy Cattell 0414 697 424

4 BED 2 BATH POOL

3 CAR

The home has 4 bedrooms, with the main having a builtin robe. Upstairs has its own private bedroom and living area, complete with A/C. You can cook up a storm in the modern country-style kitchen with a walk-in pantry, stone bench tops and room for that large 2 door fridge. The wide windows offer you views to the patio and lovely gardens.

A variety of living areas, characterized with tiled floors, wood heater, A/C, beautiful exposed timber beams and high Cathedral ceilings are just some of the features of this individual home. Out the back you can relax in your own small solarium pool whilst enjoying the great outdoors, or relax & entertain under the patio with fairytale gardens.

Pathways lead to a wide variety of Australian native trees, roses, bunches of lavender and a stunning pink bougainvillea.

PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

$568,000

By Appointment Cathy Cattell 0414 697 424

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What a great little development opportunity. The property next-door is on the market also, which would make a great development site. On over 800sqm, the home has 2 bedrooms with A/C, 1 bathroom, a 2nd WC out the back, and 1 lockup garage. There are ceiling fans throughout, an enclosed veranda perfect for relaxing in the sun or entertaining guests, polished timber boards, and a great sized living area. Call now for more information or if you would like an inspection.

PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

double garage with loft storage.

For more information, phone PRD Nationwide Hunter Valley on 4934 2000 or listing agent Rhonda Nyquist on 0419 341 999. Inspect: By appointment.

$275,000

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THORNTON OWNER BOUGHT ELSEWHERE Wrapped in stunning low maintenance gardens is this architect-designed 5 bedroom home on 1 acre, in the exclusive Timberlane Estate. The home is filled with loads of living areas, high ceilings, a study/library, renovated bathrooms & storage cupboards everywhere! Seated in the heart of the home is a country style timber kitchen. It will delight anyone who loves cooking with its modern appliances, glass splash backs, large walk in pantry, stone benchtops and scenic views of the pool. Enjoy relaxing or entertaining in the stunning enclosed “Summer Room” with its own waterfall, soothing rain forest surrounds and built in BBQ/cooking benches & sink. The main bedroom is set privately with en-suite & walk in robe and lovely garden views. The remaining bedrooms are spacious and queen sized with built in robes. Upstairs would be perfectly suited as a teenagers retreat with bedroom & A/C living area openings onto a wide balcony with views over the estate. There is side access to the backyard, which holds 2 sheds, and an in-ground pool. The extra large double garage has drive through access to the yard & third bathroom.

AUCTION INSPECT CONTACT

21st February 6pm 107 Newcastle Rd, East Maitland

By Appointment Cathy Cattell 0414 697 424

POOL 5 BED 3 BATH 2 CAR

Ideally set back from the road the drive meanders past a Casuarina forest, tranquil gardens and dams to arrive at a spacious, modern residence. Set in gardens of native plants, fruit trees, vegetable garden, garden rooms which are placed in secluded corners to enjoy the delightful mix of flowering shrubs, birds and wildlife. The home is of very generous proportions with 5 bedrooms, formal and informal living, large study open plan kitchen and family room, which opens onto a sunny north facing entertaining terrace.

Just minutes from Maitland and 35 minutes to Newcastle this property offers a very peaceful country lifestyle with easy access of all facilities including shops, train, schools and hospitals. A double garage is attached to the residence and there is also a separate 6 x 13m shed with an annexe, housing a fully equipped gym. This property has 2 dams & a flowing creek.

PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

$795,000

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$545,000

By Appointment Stacey Pethers 0407 011 818

4 BED 3 BATH 2 CAR

4934 2000

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This beautiful two-storey home has a very admiring street presence from its 809sqm corner block. From the moment you walk through the grand front entrance you will be very impressed with the high quality finishes throughout. The timber kitchen has a double edge granite bench top and opens to a beautiful bayed window breakfast area. Downstairs comprises of multiple generous living areas. The formal areas and bedrooms all have woollen carpet and the informal living spaces are tiled for easy living. The home has ducted air-conditioning throughout. Upstairs has 4 double bedrooms all with builtins and a study which could effortlessly become a bedroom. The master bedroom has a walk in robe and an en-suite. This is a well made and beautifully laid out home that is definitely worth inspecting.

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This architectural style home boasting an ideal north east aspect occupies a stunning position soaking up the sun and the magnificent view.

Indoors and outdoors merge to become one spacious living area, with a special feature being the private saltwater pool for the large family.

The kitchen space provides the focus of the house, with an island bench connecting the cooking and dining area, and a calm oasis of clean white walls and glossy timber floors.

The master suite includes a large wardrobe with built-in cabinetry and a sumptuous limestone bathroom. The popular room for the kids is the delightful rumpus room, given its ample proportions, the study also doubles as a guest room.

A rare opportunity to purchase this property. A home for those accustomed to classy living.

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espite a surge late in the game, it was a case of too little too late for the Newcastle Jets who were defeated 2-1 by the Western Sydney Wanderers at Campbelltown Stadium on Saturday night.

The loss means that the Jets are struggling to fi nd a place in the top six, dropping to seventh place after a resurgent Sydney FC got the better of Brisbane on Sunday.

Newcastle looked as though they might get the early lead after successive chances from striker, Emile Heskey, and defender, Sam Gallaway.

Wanderers attacking midfielder, Youssouf Hersi, provided the biggest headaches for Newcastle in the fi rst half. In the 25th minute, Hersi was denied in a one-on-one with Jets keeper Mark Birighitti and, deep in the fi rst half, he was on the receiving end of a wide ball from Jerome Polenz. Hersi split the Newcastle defence before cutting the ball back to Shinji Ono who fl icked it on to an unmarked Mark Bridge inside the box, but his powerful shot was denied by a left-footed save from Birighitti.

Hoping for some respite at the break, the Jets went into the second half trailing 1-0 after Hersi scored in the fi rst minute of time added on. A Shinji Ono free kick fell to the

Jets keeper Mark Birighitti makes a crucial save during Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clash

Dutch international inside the box and, while his shot was deflected by a Birighitti diving save, the ball looped backward into the net.

The Jets woes continued in the 84th minute when former Jet, Mark Bridge, took the ball just over the halfway mark and slipped around defender Josh Mitchell with ease before unleashing a driving shot into

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Ruben Zadkovich made one count early in injury time, but it was not enough to stop the Wanderers taking home the three points and climbing to second spot on the A-League ladder.

The Jets will be looking for a reversal of fortune when they face Melbourne Heart at home on Saturday night.