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Flying off course In town for the rescue helicopter, Minister gets grilled on CSG

BUCKETING DOWN Hunter residents are being reminded to be wary of their water use, despite recent bouts of heavy rain.

Hunter Water Executive Officer, Stephen Phillips, said that near record levels of water were used during last month’s heatwave, and the recent rain has only topped up supplies. “The Hunter recorded its second-highest demand for water during the heatwave conditions experienced in early January,� he said.

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CEMETERY PUSH Councillors vote for heritage recognition PAGE 6 Andrew Cornwell, Ausgrid employees Steven Shelswell and Matthew Ophir, Chris Hartcher, Garry Edwards and Tim Owen

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nergy Minister Chris Hartcher visited the Hunter last week to thank local Ausgrid employees for their support of the Hunter Westpac Rescue Helicopter service, with the attention soon turning to the issue of coal seam gas mining in the area.

Mr Hartcher said more than 490 local workers had donated $70,000 to the helicopter service via workplace giving deductions, and also announced that Ausgrid would contribute an extra $30,000 to the cause.

It’s back!

“The Westpac Rescue Helicopter is a vital community service that we all hope we will never have to use,� Mr Hartcher said. “Workers from Ausgrid have supported the Westpac Rescue Helicopter for the past 10 years by regularly donating part of their pay. “I thank each of the 492 Ausgrid staff for volunteering their support.�

Minister Hartcher was then questioned by media about CSG exploration in the region and admitted he was in regular contact with people concerned about the issue. “[The NSW Government] has a commitment to dialogue with people,� Mr Hartcher said. “If they’ve got a problem, we’re only too happy

to hear it but we also have a responsibility to make sure there is an adequate gas supply for the future and that’s a balance that we have to achieve.�

Mr Hartcher encouraged those concerned about coal seam gas to have faith in the science used by the Planning Assessment Commission. “All decisions are made upon the science and upon the evidence,â€? Mr Hatcher said. “They’re not made upon anyone’s wish, they’re not made upon any corporate desire, and they’re not made upon any government or ministerial desire‌ “Th ink about it – what do people have to fear from science?â€?

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evin Rudd can deny it until he’s blue in the face, but it won’t stop people talking about a possible leadership change before the Federal election in September.

Mr Rudd appeared on TV over the weekend, emphatically denying he’s planning a challenge to the Prime Minister.

Th is latest denial follows a week in which Mr Rudd was questioned numerous times by the media about whether he’ll lead the Labor party to the election, answering these questions by advising journalists to take a cold shower.

But, as our political columnist Laura Jayes reveals in her column on page 4, it’s not about whether Mr Rudd rules it in or out – it’s now about whether his Labor colleagues see him as being the person to right the governments three biggest problems – top of the list being the disastrous mining tax.

I suspect no amount of cold showers by the press on behalf of the nation will change this.

We’re pleased to bring you the story that Maitland Council has voted to endorse a plan that will see the historic Jewish Cemetery added to the State’s Heritage Register.

It’s a place of history, this goes without saying, but also of deep significance, at the time being NSW’s only Jewish cemetery. It’s also a place which showcases, through its structures and monuments, the skill of Maitland’s early citizens.

Turn to page 6 to read more.

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Jessie is very friendly with everyone she meets, including other dogs. She demonstrates plenty of patience, especially around kids.

Jessie would suit anyone wanting a family dog. A large backyard isn’t necessary, as long as she goes for regular walks to keep her fit and happy.

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Your support allows Dog Rescue Newcastle to continue saving homeless dogs.

There are 50-plus dogs available for adoption on the website: www. dogrescuenewcastle.com.au.

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Campaign encourages Hunter residents to save water

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unter residents are being reminded to be wary of their water use, despite recent bouts of heavy rain.

Hunter Water Executive Officer Stephen Phillips said that near record levels of water were used during last month’s heatwave, and the recent rain has only topped up supplies.

“The Hunter recorded its secondhighest demand for water during the heatwave conditions experienced in early January,” he said.

“In fact, usage exceeded normal demand by about 60 per cent.”

To encourage residents to save water, Hunter Water are launching a one hundred buckets campaign, which looks at areas of household water use where buckets of water can be saved.

For example, one hundred buckets is the amount of water a standard garden sprinkler uses in an hour, one minute less in the shower can save a bucket, and one less load of clothes washing can save at least six buckets.

“It might seem that calling for water conservation now is unnecessary but we learned a long time ago in the Hunter how quickly things can change for the worse,” Mr Phillips said.

“So we are inviting people to add something to their bucket lists.”

For more tips to save water visit www.hunterwater.com.au.

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Hunter Water launch their one hundred buckets campaign

Funding progressing

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unding for the Lake Macquarie Transport Interchange at Glendale has progressed with Council announcing on Thursday that an Expression of Interest for $15 million of Federal funding for the fi rst stage of project had been successful.

Lake Macquarie City Council will now progress to the next stage of the funding process and submit a full application in April.

If the full application is successful the $15 million funding will go towards the construction of the Pennant St bridge over the rail line.

In 2011, all Hunter councils unanimously agreed that the Lake Macquarie Transport Interchange at Glendale was the region’s top transport priority.

It will end gridlock at a crucial juncture, improve accessibility in a key part of the Hunter, and unlock the growth potential of the region.

The $60 million project will include the construction of a new train station to be built behind the Stockland Glendale centre, a multilevel commuter carpark, taxi ranks, bike facilities and shared pathways and new road links and access points for buses.

Council are expecting around 6000 people to use the new train station each day by 2030, dramatically reducing traffic congestion in surrounding areas.

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SKY NEWS POLITICAL REPORT

by Laura Jayes

Treasurer’s pain is likely to be the Coalition’s gain come election day

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hen Kevin Rudd was rolled

by Julia Gillard for the Prime Ministership, she justified it by saying “I believe a good government has lost its way”.

Ms Gillard pledged to put the Government back on the right path by solving three vexed policy areas – mining taxation, carbon pricing and asylum seekers.

The carbon tax is still largely seen as a broken promise in the electorate, even if anger has tempered.

Asylum seekers are still arriving in boats at a record rate – almost 1,000 already this year and it’s only February.

Until last week the mining tax was looking like the least problematic.

That was until the Treasurer revealed the so-called minerals resource rent tax (MRRT) only reaped $126 million in its fi rst six months – well short of the $2 billion forecast for the tax’s fi rst year.

At the very least, it is an embarrassment. At worst, it’s another political disaster for Labor.

The Prime Minister and Treasurer now face criticism from all sides; the

Greens, the independents, the mining industry, the opposition, the states...oh, and from Kevin Rudd.

Mr Rudd is using the apparent MRRT flaws to once again fan the leadership flames.

The former PM gladly laid the blame at Treasurer Wayne Swan’s feet – telling Sky News this week it was he and Ms Gillard who changed his government’s original design. “[The] Treasurer and the new Prime Minister elected to make some significant changes to the structure of the tax. I think we are all familiar with what those changes are,” he said.

“So, I think in terms of any future changes to the tax, given the fact that it has not collected any real revenue of any significance so far, that really is a matter for the Prime Minister and the Treasurer to consider and I’ll leave it with them.”

But the mining tax was flawed under Kevin Rudd too.

In its original form, the resource super profits tax was unacceptable to the industry, and had no hope of being agreed to. Mr Rudd himself was deeply involved in his own negotiations

to water down the tax and break the stalemate.

After he was rolled, Ms Gillard took over. But she only conducted negotiations with the big three (Rio, BHP and Xstrata).

It is now demonstrably clear she gave too much away by agreeing to refund increases in State Government royalties.

Now she has the Herculean task of trying to overhaul the tax before the election without angering stakeholders too much.

Another war with the mining industry is too dangerous, even if most Australians believe it does need to pay more.

Instead, Julia Gillard has picked a fight with the states.

Th is is unlikely to end well. The states can’t be forced and have no real incentive to agree and the big miners are geared up for round two with a combative ad campaign at the ready.

For Kevin Rudd, he sees the whole ordeal as vindication; but it might not win him any votes in caucus for highlighting the party’s festering wounds.

For Julia Gillard, it reminds Labor MPs (especially those in marginal seats) that another election approaches with the three key issues she identified to fi x, still deeply problematic.

Treasurer, Wayne Swan

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Bishop urges community to donate to humanitarian aid projects this Lent MELISSAH COMBER

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he spirit of giving was celebrated at St John the Baptist Primary School in Maitland last Tuesday when Maitland-Newcastle Bishop Bill Wright launched the Project Compassion Appeal.

The Caritas Australia appeal, now in its 29th year, raises funds throughout the six weeks of Lent for worldwide distribution to humanitarian projects, including emergency relief, the provision of education and advocacy. $10.7 million was raised nationally last year, with the Maitland-Newcastle Diocese contributing $201,811, and 92 per cent of the total going to development projects and impoverished communities through Caritas Internationalis.

Bishop Wright said that raising funds for a global charity meant that more money got to where it was needed.

“The trouble with many charities is that money often gets siphoned off along the way,” he said.

“Our aid money doesn’t have to go through the government.”

The project is also used as an educational tool to teach students about generosity, stewardship and their responsibilities as global citizens.

St John the Baptist Year 6 students, Isaac Foster and Cody McFadyen, both 11, said the project was a good thing and that

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“Every little bit counts”

Year 6 students Isaac Foster and Cody McFadyen with Maitland-Newcastle Bishop Bill Wright

they contributed pocket money.

“It helps the poor have a home and a school,” Cody said.

“I remember last year Isaac put ten whole dollars in.”

Bishop Wright said that engaging the community to donate small amounts was what made the project great.

“Often when raising money people tend to go to corporate organisations for a big

donation because they have the money to spare, but Project Compassion is made up of lots of small contributions.

“It truly goes to show that every little bit counts.”

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Recognition for cemetery Councillors endorse plan to add Jewish Cemetery to Heritage Register AMELIA PARROTT

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aitland’s historic Jewish cemetery at Louth Park could soon be added to the NSW State Heritage Register as part of the Conservation Management Plan unanimously endorsed by councillors at last week’s Council meeting.

Early last year, an investigation was launched by Maitland City Council to determine the historical significance of the 167-year-old cemetery.

The investigation found the site to be an important physical example of a number of factors including the historic Jewish community in Maitland, the settlement of Maitland and the skill level of local stonemasons, as reflected in the Ravensfield stone monuments.

Remnants were also found of a historic cottage Council believes to be of archaeological importance.

Convenor of the Friends of Maitland Jewish Cemetery group, Gary Luke, said the cottage was likely to be a Tahara house. “Tahara is Hebrew for purity,� he explained. “From the moment of death, the body is transported to a Tahara house where the body undergoes a cleansing process and it is dressed in the shroud. “It is quite a significant fi nd.�

The historic Maitland Jewish Cemetery at Louth Park

Maitland was the only town in NSW with an exclusively Jewish ceremony and synagogue, Mr Luke said. “Maitland Jewish cemetery is a

standalone, probably in the whole of Australia.�

The Conservation Management Plan will also see the cemetery classed as non-

operational and closed to future burials, the lane renamed and a new timber picket fence erected to protect the monuments from future damage.

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YOUR COUNCIL NEWS ANZAC AND BLOMFIELD STREETS AND PENDER ROAD, SOUTH MAITLAND – GROOVIN’ THE MOO MUSIC FESTIVAL

PUBLIC NOTICES TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURES

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SWAN STREET AND NORTHUMBERLAND STREET, MORPETH – 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 -ARKET Street, 10.00am–12.30pm

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s 3WAN 3TREET FROM 4ANK 3TREET TO .ORTHUMBERLAND Street (street march), 10.30am–11.30am

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s .ORTHUMBERLAND 3TREET FROM 3WAN 3TREET TO Close Street, 11.30am–12.30pm

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 Groovin’ the Moo music festival.

Closure details are as follows: s "ETWEEN AM AND PM 3ATURDAY !PRIL 1. BlomďŹ eld Street from Anzac Street to Devonshire Street; !NZAC 3TREET FROM #RACKNELL ,ANE TO BlomďŹ eld Street; s #ONVERT TO ONE WAY SOUTHBOUND MOVEMENT FROM AMn PM 3. Pender Road – full length to Trappaud Road;

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 ‘Morpeth Anzac Day Temp Road Closures – File 122/944’. The closing date for comments relating to the temporary road closures is 4.00pm Wednesday, 13 March 2013.

.ORTH SIDE OF #RACKNELL ,ANE FROM !NZAC 3TREET TO Cultivation Road; "OTH SIDES OF #ULTIVATION 2OAD FROM #RACKNELL ,ANE to Trappaud Road.

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

Comments regarding the above temporary closures for this event should be forwarded in writing, endorsed ‘File 122/944 – Groovin’ the Moo Road Closures’ 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.

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

Facing the pointy end of knives

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nfortunately it is not uncommon for police in the Central Hunter Local Area Command to come across persons in public places who have possession of a knife.

The Summary Offences Act makes it clear that it is illegal to carry a knife in a public place or school unless it is being used for a legitimate reason.

The acceptable reasons are whilst being used in a person’s occupation, training or education, the preparation or consumption of food, participation in sports or recreation, as part of an official uniform, a genuine religious purpose or as part of a knife exhibition for retail, trade or knife collectors. It is legal to possess knives when travelling to and from those activities.

Travelling to and from means just that, not having been fishing a week ago but still having possession of a knife.

The law is crystal clear that it is not a legitimate reason to have a knife for personal protection.

An on-the-spot fi ne of $550 can be issued for the unlawful possession of a knife. Courts can impose a fi ne of

$2,200 or 2 years in prison, or both.

There are some knives that are outright banned as they are deemed prohibited weapons under the Firearms Act. They include fl ick knives, butterfly knives, star knives and various other fighting style weapons. Contrary to popular belief, swords and machetes are not prohibited weapons.

A full list can be found by searching for “prohibited weapons” on the NSW Police Firearms Registry website.

Parents can also be prosecuted if they knowingly authorise or permit a minor under 18 years to breach the law in relation to carrying knives.

It is also an offence for any person to sell knives to a person under the age of 16 years, the maximum fi ne for this offence is $5,500. Under some circumstances an owner of a business can be prosecuted for the actions of an employee.

From all these offences it is clear to see that knives are treated seriously in NSW, and as a person who has had to face the pointy end of a knife being wielded by an offender, they are dangerous and need to be controlled.

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End of odour: Cause of stink to be determined

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sampling and funding models for the project,” she said.

After reiterating the NSW Government’s commitment to addressing residents’ concerns, Ms Parker outlined the steps ahead to tackle the problem.

“The fi rst step was to commission the independent odour report for the Rutherford area and to consider any knowledge gaps that we needed to address.

“Now that has been completed, the experts have agreed that it is necessary to undertake odour sampling to determine exactly what odours are emanating from each premises.

“Th is information will then be fed into an odour modelling programme to identify any potential movement of odours and possible effects on nearby communities.”

Residents will be kept informed about community concerns and developments via the Rutherford Air Quality Liaison Committee, a collection of representatives from the State Government, the community and industry.

The Rutherford Odour Investigation Project report will be available on the EPA website at www.environment.nsw. gov.au/rutherfordcttee/index.htm.

Rutherford residents are being encouraged to report any offensive odours or issues to the Environment Line on 131 555.

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he Environment Protection Authority (EPA) will commission odour sampling and modelling of the Rutherford Industrial Estate in order to determine the cause of the ongoing foul smell, Environment Minister and Maitland MP, Robyn Parker, confi rmed last week.

It follows complaints from nearby residents about the odours, dating back years.

Ms Parker said the decision followed receipt of the fi nished Rutherford Odour Investigation Project report, which was undertaken by independent odour experts last year.

“Th is report, endorsed by the Rutherford Air Quality Liaison Committee at its last meeting, recommends that comprehensive testing and odour sampling be undertaken on at least nine sites on the industrial estate,” Ms Parker said.

“The action follows a review of available odour sampling data in the Rutherford area by Todoroski Air Sciences last year.

“The review resulted in a report which will be made available to the public.”

Ms Parker said the EPA has taken the advice on board and has begun the process of advertising the tenders for odour sampling and modelling work, a program which is to begin as soon as possible.

“The EPA will also conduct further consultation with industry around

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MAITLAND MATTERS

by Maitland City Council Mayor, Cr Peter Blackmore

It’s valuable to maintain some perspective on things

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aitland residents are well known for being environmentally aware and for making a concerted effort to reduce our impact on the world around us.

Th is was certainly proved this month at the Hunter Resource Recovery ewaste drop off. Even though the weather was wet and miserable, 228 people arrived to drop off their unwanted electronic goods for recycling.

An impressive 9,050 kilograms of ewaste was collected, including 6,878 televisions, 12 mobile phones, four car batteries and 815 kilograms of computers and computer products.

These figures are exciting to see, knowing these products will now be reused rather than ending up in landfi ll.

Another interesting fact about impacts on our environment is the number of heavy coal vehicles kept off our roads as a result of coal transportation by trains. One train full of coal equals the same load carried

by two hundred B Double trucks.

That’s two hundred trucks driving on our roads from the Hunter Valley to Newcastle – and back – a number of times a week.

These types of figures are not something we often hear of or think about; however, it is important we are aware of how everyday things influence each other and our lives in general.

We often hear of complaints about coal dust coming off trains – imagine how bad it would be for our city if all those B Double trucks full of coal were driving through here. It is very easy to complain about things in our lives and our home towns but it is valuable to try to maintain some perspective.

Here in Maitland we are spared from the damage of coal trucks because we have trains, we are spared from unsightly illegal dumping or an overflowing landfi ll because we can recycle our unwanted electronics.

We live in a lucky country and a lucky city – and I congratulate the residents for making it so.

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First aid: Nurses roll up sleeves to donate blood TRICIA MOROSIN

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urses across NSW are setting a positive example for the rest of the State by rolling up their sleeves and giving blood as part of the ‘Unions for Transfusions’ campaign.

Following a successful drives at the John Hunter Hospital and Belmont Hospital last week, the campaign – which has been organised by Unions NSW in conjunction with the NSW Nurses and Midwives Association (NSWNMA) – moved onto Maitland Hospital on Monday, with a complimentary sausage sizzle for all involved.

“We’re asking hospital staff to come down and pledge that sometime in the next 12 months they’ll go along and give blood,” said Pippa Marchant, local

Member Organiser with the NSWNMA. “Obviously that helps build the blood supplies across the State, which is always a good thing, and also raises awareness for the Union movement as well.”

NSWNMA general secretary, Brett Holmes, said the partnership made sense, as nurses and midwives know all too well how important blood donation is.

“I know hundreds, if not thousands, of Union members in the Hunter region are keen to do their bit to lift the blood donation rate in NSW,” Mr Holmes explained.

“Th is is a massive network that can be tapped into, and that is what we are trying to do.”

Mr Holmes also asked people to remember that it only takes an hour of your time and yet one donation can save up to three lives.

“Make 2013 the year you become a blood donor,” he said.

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Council votes to turn down trusteeship of Lochinvar School of Arts AMELIA PARROTT

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push for Maitland City Council to assume control of the Lochinvar School of Arts has fallen short after councillors Ken Wethered and Nicole Penfold mounted a last ditch attempt to convince fellow councillors to take on trusteeship of the school at last week’s council meeting.

A report presented to councillors indicated that one of the two remaining trustees of the school had indicated a desire to retire from the trust and as there is no quorum of members to elect a new trustee, Council would be given the opportunity to assume trusteeship before the property is transferred to the State in freehold title.

The report also indicated that the hall on the site by the New England Highway was in need of “significant renewal” as a result of “low community use.”

Speaking against officer’s recommendation not to assume trusteeship, Cr Wethered highlighted the potential for Council to make money off the sale of the land in future.

“There is potential to generate income from the sale of the site in two or three years,” he said.

“The money we make could be used to build decent facilities elsewhere in Lochinvar.”

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Hard lesson for hall

Trusteeship of the School of Arts hall at Lochinvar (above) will be transferred to the State

Cr Henry Meskauskas said there was space set aside for a new community hall in the Draft Lochinvar Urban Release Area Development Control Plan and

Draft Urban Release Section 94 Plan.

Cr Steve Procter said the lack of public representation in public access was and indicator that the school lacked

community support.

“We would spend a terrible lot of time and money with not enough benefit for the community,” Cr Procter said.

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The search is on for the Hunter’s best recycler MELISSAH COMBER

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an you take lids of bottles faster than a speeding bullet? Are you more powerful than a general waste bin? Are you able to take out the recycling in a single bound?

If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, or are willing to give it a try, you could be Maitland’s next Recycle Right Hero and fi nd yourself in a photo and video shoot.

Hunter Resource Recovery is searching for locals from Maitland, Cessnock, Singleton and Lake Macquarie to share their recycling tips in a television, press and online advertising campaign.

“We wish to use real local residents and real stories for our community education programs and to give recognition for a job well done,” explained Company Manager, Roger Lewis.

A recent waste bin audit found that up to 20 per cent of the contents from general waste bins is actually recyclable material, however Maitland residents are counted among the nation’s best recyclers, having recycled 5911 tonnes of packaging in the 2010-2011 fi nancial year.

Entrants also have the opportunity to win a double pass for an exclusive Lake Macquarie cruise on the Solarsailor.

To enter, ‘Like’ Hunter Resource Recovery’s Facebook page and tell them in 25 words or less why you are a Recycle Right Hero.

Canister concerns

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SW Health is warning people not to handle silver canisters which may wash ashore or be found in waters off the coast.

The warning comes after a 66year-old man opened a canister he discovered off Tuncurry last week.

The man was immediately decontaminated and rushed to hospital where he was monitored for breathing and cardiac difficulties.

The canister is thought to have contained the highly toxic chemical aluminium phosphide, which is used as a fumigant to kill rodents.

Dr David Durrheim, Public Health Physician with Hunter New England Health, said aluminium phosphide produces a highly toxic gas upon contact with air or water and is potentially lethal if eaten or inhaled.

“For safety’s sake, should anyone fi nd one, I urge them to immediately report it by calling triple zero.

“Do not touch or smell the contents, open the canister or transport it,” Dr Durrheim said.

Exposure causes a range of symptoms that include irritation of the nose, mouth and throat, weakness, chest pain, nausea and confusion. In severe cases, heart failure and lung inflammation occurs, which can be fatal.

The canisters in question are silver in appearance and about 20 centimetres high.

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An irritating issue Head lice brand to launch education program for kids that will take part in the program, which TRICIA MOROSIN is designed to help reduce the stigma of ith the new head lice through open school year communication and better lice management underway, practices. it won’t Nicole Livingstone, be long before many of former Olympic our kids start to feel the swimmer and busy mum dreaded itch. of three, has thrown That’s right, head her support behind the lice season is upon us program, as official and Hunter parents are MOOV ambassador. being encouraged to “Having children get proactive about the with head lice can be irritating issue. a real challenge,” Ms New research has Livingstone said. revealed that over half “Not only do you have (57 per cent) of mothers to inspect the whole are not comfortable talking to their school or family to check for other parents about their lice and eggs but you also have to deal with child’s head lice.

As a result, nearly half the tears and distress that so many children of them (48 per cent) experience when they do not always tell their fi nd they’re hosting a school when their child head lice party. does have head lice, “[The] research shows further perpetuating the just how prevalent head problem. lice are amongst kids and In response to the highlights the need for research, head lice parents to openly talk company, MOOV, has about the problem to designed an education reduce the stigma.” program that will be For more advice about rolled out to over 150,000 primary school students how to deal with head this term, called ‘Defend lice and for treatment information, visit www.

Your Class’. moov.com.au or visit Kurri Kurri Public your local pharmacist.

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Leading laboratory

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adiation therapy students studying at the University of Newcastle will now have access to the best educational tools in Australia after the university opened its Australian-fi rst radiation therapy simulation laboratory on Thursday.

The $327,000 laboratory, which was jointly funded by the university and the Australian Government’s Capital Expenditure and Health Workforce Australia funding, is fitted out with positioning lasers, optical distance illuminators and immobilisation equipment.

It will allow students to take part in radiation therapy simulation before they undertake clinical placements in hospitals.

Radiation therapy lecturer Yolanda Surjan said the laboratory will help students better understand complex procedures.

“The simulation laboratory gives radiation therapy students exposure to simulation concepts before clinical placement where it can be difficult to participate in simulation procedures because they are quite complex,” “We are the only university in Australia to offer this comprehensive, hands on experience to students.”

The University of Newcastle is the largest trainer of radiation therapists in Australia.

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Maitland RSL, sub-branch hall, 4th Thurs, 10am. 4932 8100 or 4937 4927.

Origin Newcastle: Support group for those separated by adoption or through the stolen generation. Last Sat, Uniting Church, 150 Beaumont St, Hamilton. 4963 3482.

Palliative Care: Friends of Palliative Care 1st Mon, 10.30am. 4933 4494 or 4934 2253.

Rail: Maitland Branch of Save Our Rail, 2nd Wed, 7pm, St Peter’s Hall, East Maitland.

Rotary: Maitland Sunrise Rotary Club, Tues, 7.15am to 8.30am, Imperial Hotel, Maitland; Green Hills, Thursday, 7.15-8.30am George Tavern, Greenhills.

Scrabble: Maitland Park Bowling Club, Tues, 10am to 4pm.

4932 9696 or 4933 7404.

Seniors: National Seniors Australia, Hunter Valley Branch.

4th Tue, East Maitland Bowling Club from 9.30am. 4938 5314. 1st Thurs, Maitland Salvation Army, 1a Bunning Ave, Rutherford, 11am. 4932 0391.

Sids and Kids Hunter Region: Support group. Maitland City Motel, 258 New England Highway, Rutherford First Mon. 4969 3171.

Sing Australia: Singing for fun Mon from 7.30pm CWA Hall Church St, Maitland. 4936 6403.

Singles: Over 50s, Hunter Valley Singles Social Club, 1st Sun, 10.30am, Polish Hall, Maitland. 0428 166 867 or 4966 0545 hvssclub@yahoo.com.au.

Singles: Party at the Pub. Fun, safe, affordable way to meet new friends, 30+. 4994 5197 or partyatthepub. com.au.

Slimmers: Beresfield Waratah Slimmers, Tues, 6pm.

Beresfield Bowling Club. 4966 4649.

Theatre: Maitland Repertory Playhouse, High St, Maitland.

Maitland Junior Repertory (8 to 16 years), Sat afternoons, 0422 691 363. Reamus Youth Theatre (16 to 25 years), Mon evenings, 0407 306 004. Hunter Impro Network (all ages), 1st Sun. 0401 170 364. Romulus Players (all ages) Tues. 4934 5519.

Walking. Heart Foundation Walking groups. 4915 8003.

CLUB Business Professional Women, Maitland: 4th Tues. 0415 214 709 or bwpmaitland@gmail.com.

Coin club: Maitland & District Coin Club Inc, meets 7.30pm 2nd Mon. 4933 8961, maitlandcoinclub@gmail.com.

Maitland and Coalfields District Orchid Society: Meeting, 2nd Thursday Masonic Hall, George Street East Maitland from 7.30pm. 4932 8220.

Maitland/Beresfield Lioness Club: 1st Mon. Beresfield Bowling Club, 6.30pm. 49661751.

Maitland Table Tennis: Tues and Thurs from 9.15 am, Fri from 6pm, Polish Hall Grant St Maitland. 4966 1478.

National Service & Combined Forces Association Maitland Branch: 4th Thurs 10am, East Maitland RSL Hall. 4933 1629 or 6337 8378.

Probus: Rutherford/Telarah Mens’ 2nd and 4th Tuesday, Maitland City Bowling Club from 9.30am.

Rutherford Lioness Club: 1st Tues, Maitland Park Bowling Club, 7pm. 4930 1643.

Toastmasters: Cessnock Toastmasters, Cessnock Supporters Club, Mon (except public holidays), 6.45pm.

4990 4581. Maitland. Easts Leisure & Golf Club, East Maitland, Tues, 7pm. 4955 8286.

VIEW: Maitland Club, 4th Wed, East Maitland Bowling Club, 10am. 4933 5749. Beresfield Club 1st Wed, Beresfield Bowling Club 10.30am. Hoy morning 3rd Wed Beresfield Seniors Hall 10am. 4966 4649.

Yacht: Southern Cross Model Club, Sun, 12pm Walka Water Works. 4932 8948.

PARENTING Dads in Distress: Mon, 7.30pm, St Paul’s Church Hall.

0427 330 771.

East Maitland Pine Tree GAPS Support group: (Grandparents as Parents Support) Tue during school terms 10am-12pm. St Peters’ Youth Centre, East Maitland.

4933 6662.

Lone Fathers Association: 4932 5549 or lonefathers. com.au.

MyTime Woodberry: A program for parents and carers of children 0-16 years with a disability or chronic medical condition. Tues, 10am to 12pm. FREE sessions are held at Woodberry Public School at the Place of Friends. 0407 556 854 or 4964 2174.

Playconnect Raymond Terrace: A play-based learning opportunity for children six and under with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or like symptoms. Thurs, 9.30am to 11.30 am. Irrawang Public School. 0417 500 886 or 4987 4666.

Playgroups: Allergy Aware Playgroup Tue 9.30am11.30am during school terms. Ashtonfield CommunityHall.

0405 420 011.Ashtonfield Shamrocks Playgroup, Thurs 10am to 12pm and 12pm to 2pm, 1800 171 882. Bolwarra, Wed, 10am to 12pm, St Augustine’s Hall, 4930 3388.

East Maitland Playgroup, Tues 10am to 12pm, Tenambit Community Hall, 4933 5272. Kupcakes Disability Integrated Playtime, 10am to 12pm, East Maitland Uniting Church, 4933 2602 or 4995 6041. Little Fish Playschool, Wed, 9.30am to 11.30am, Presbyterian Church Hall, George St, East Maitland, 0421 934 884. Maitland Playgroup, Guides Hall, St Andrews St, Maitland Thurs 10am to 12pm, 4932 9974 or 0423 618 175. Metford Community Playgroup, Wed, 10am to 12pm, Metford Community Hall, 4934 6654 or 4932 1771.

Metford/Ashtonfield Mums and Tots, Mon, 10am to 12pm, Metford Community Hall, 4934 4268. Mini Muzos Playgroup, Tues, 10am to 12pm, the Salvation Army youth hall, 1a Bunning Ave, Rutherford 4932 6682. St Peter’s Playtime, East Maitland, Fri, 10am to 12pm, 4934 3431.

Morpeth Uniting Church Mon 10-11.30am Church hall cnr High and Cumberland Streets Morpeth. 4933 6653.

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COMMUNITY Alcoholics Anonymous: Tues 7.30pm, Thurs 8pm, Tarro Community Hall, Northern Ave, Tarro. 4964 1555. Mon 10am Anglican Hall Lang Street Kurry. 4937 2213.

Amnesty: Amnesty International Group, 2nd Fri 10.45am to 11.45am Organic Feast, cnr, Lawes and William Streets, East Maitland . 4933 8432.

ARAFMI: Counselling, education and support to families, relatives and friends of people with mental illness. 22 Stewart Ave, Hamilton East. arafmihunter.org. Support line, 4961 6717 or admin line 49 612 842.

Arthritis NSW Maitland District Branch: 1st Thurs 10am, East Maitland Bowling Club.4966 4649.

Aspergers/autism: Information, advocacy, workshops, contact register, referral at Maitland Neighbourhood Centre. 4966 1717.

Australian Sewing Guild: Maitland branch meet third Thurs, Rutherford Community Centre, Arthur Street, Rutherford from 9.30am to 3.30pm. 4930 7554.

Books: Maitland Book Readers’ Club. 1st Mon, 1pm, East Maitland Library. 4934 1323.

Bereaved parents: 4952 3691.

Bushwalking: Hunter Area Walkabout Club. Sun. 4943 5073.

CARE for Pets: enables incapacitated people to remain living at home with their companion animals. Volunteers are required to assist with dog walking and at-home care for pets.

0416 962 273 and check out our webpage at www. canineworld.org.au.

Carers: Support group for carers of people with memory loss and associated problems, Kurri Community Centre, 4th Thurs, 3.30pm to 5.30pm. 4937 4555.

Childless bonds: Support for women and men who are unable to have children. Phone after 7pm or weekends.

4948 0941.

Choir: Maitland City Choir. Seventh Day Adventist Church, East Maitland, Tues, 7pm to 9pm. 4937 5834.

Choir: Port Stephens Choir. St Brigid’s hall, William St, Raymond Terrace, Thurs at 7pm. 4951 5064 or 0418 497 536.

Computerpals Maitland: 1st Thursday from 10am East Maitland Bowling Club. 4966 3530.

Dads in Distress: Call 1300 853 437 or visit www. dadsindistress.asn.au to find your nearest peer support group or local worker.

Diabetes: Coalfields Kurri Diabetes support group, last Tues, 10am, Kurri Bowling Club. 4937 2188 or 4930 4626.

Maitland Diabetes support group, 2nd Tues, 10am. St Paul’s Church Hall. 4932 7649 or 0418 649 313.

East Maitland Social Club: Second Tues Bruce Street Community Hall, East Maitland 10-am-1pm. 4934 1456.

East Maitland Pine Tree GAPS Support Group: Every Tuesday during school terms. 10a.m.-12noon. St.Peters Youth Centre, E.Maitland 4933 6662 Ecumenical Service: Maitland Uniting Church, High Street, Maitland. 1pm Wednesdays. 4933 9059.

Exercise: Lifeball game exercises for any age, Wed, 10am, Maitland Indoor Sports Centre, Rutherford. 4966 2238 or 4933 1885.

Family History: Maitland & District Society open Wed & Saturday 9.30am – 3pm Maitland Heritage Research Centre 17 Lindesay St East Maitland. 4905 1878(Wed-Sat) 4937 5301(AH) or mdgs01@tpg.com.au.

Gems: Hunter Valley Gemology Club, Wed, 9am to 3pm, Tues, 7pm and Sun 12pm to 5pm. 1 Maize St, East Maitland.

4932 3130.

Girls’ Brigade: Tues, 6.15pm to 8pm, Maitland Church of Christ. 4987 3301.

Grossman House: Friends of Grossman House, Church St, 4th Mon, 5pm. 4933 6452.

Grow: GROW Worldwide Australian Mental Heath Group, Maitland meets Mon 10.30am at Rutherford Community Centre, Arthur St, Rutherford. 1800 558 268.

Investors Club: Meetings and information about property investing held monthly at Charlestown, Kahibah, Raymond Terrace and East Maitland. 4942 3009 or 0409 423 020.

Kiwanis: East Maitland. 1st and 3rd Mon, Bank Hotel, Melbourne Street, East Maitland. info@eastmaitlandkiwanis.org.

LETS: Local Exchange Trading System – exchange a wide variety of goods and services. 0407 945 401.

Maitland and District Historical Society: 1st, 3rd Tue 3 Cathedral St, Maitland. maitlandhistorical@gmail.om or 0438 623 299.

Maitland Bereaved by Suicide Support Group: 4th Thurs month at 7pm, Real Life Church Cinema Complex Ken Tubman Dr Maitland. 0407001525.

Maitland Creative Writers: East Maitland Library, 2nd Saturday from 10am. 4988 6988.

Markets: Raymond Terrace 3rd Saturday from 9am-12pm Hunter Street, Raymond Terrace (by the river). 0412 721 723.

Maitland Women’s Cancer Support Group: Third Monday, St Christopher’s Anglican Church Hall, Rutherford. 4932 7754.

Mediation: Unifam counselling and mediation for families experiencing family law disputes. 4943 9186.

Medieval Dance Classes: Maitland and Newcastle. 4936 6220.

Meditation For All: Introductory & Continuing Courses, including courses for those with cancer and other life threatening diseases. Jane, 4934 2327.

Mental health support, education and resource groups: Newcastle, Cessnock, Morisset, Maitland, Raymond Terrace and Nelson Bay. 4960 3225 or email nadine@sfnsw.org.au.

Morpeth CWA: Meeting 2nd Fri, School of Arts hall, High Street Morpeth from 10am. 4932 7451.

Morpeth Uniting Church Friendship group: Meets fortnightly for singing and entertainment followed by afternoon tea. 4933 1017.

Music: Walka Water Works, Sun, 1pm to 4pm. 0407 919 821 or 4930 7598.

National Service: Maitland and District National Service and Combined Forces Association of Australia, East

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STAYING HEALTHY

FASHION FIXATION

by Elisha Stein

by KATHERINE TWEED

10 tips for healthy living

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s a nurse, people often ask me questions like, ‘What are the most important things I can do for my health?’ Th is is such a complicated question because there is no single answer, but I know of a blog by ‘Natural New Age Mum’ and I felt I wanted to share it with you all.

By following these 10 steps, I have no doubt that your health will improve.

1. Educate yourself. Learn about health and nutrition. Read labels.

Read books. Read blogs. Research. Ask questions.

2. Keep it simple. Eat fresh food with the least human intervention.

Don’t eat anything your grandma wouldn’t recognise. Don’t eat anything advertised on TV. The longer the shelf life, the shorter your life.

3. Drink more water. Really. It’s been said, I know, but lots of fi ltered water really does make a huge difference to how you feel. Ditch the soft drink or cordial and keep alcohol to a rare treat.

4. Start eating superfoods. Put simply, some foods give you more bang for your buck. My favourites are coconut oil, chia seeds and spirulina.

Visit your health food store and start

experimenting.

5. Choose organic. Lighten the toxic load of your family by choosing organic. You also ensure that your food is GMO and additive free at the same time. Plus, it’s good for the planet.

6. Take a probiotic. Your gut health plays a very important part in your entire body’s health. Get it sorted and you will feel a million dollars. Choose a really good quality probiotic for the best effect.

7. Stretch. Our bodies are not designed to sit around all day, hunched over a computer desk, tv or video game. Get up, get on the floor and do some yoga stretches.

8. Love your body. No matter what it looks like or has been through, love your body. If you don’t love and respect your beautiful body, why would you look after it?

9. Slow down. Breathe. Relax. Enjoy life. Stress is a killer. Don’t fi nd that out too late.

10. Be Authentic. Be yourself.

Trying to live a life being someone you aren’t is a sure-fi re path to ill-health.

Happiness and health will come when you live your truth.

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

What to wear on a date

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have been with my boyfriend for a little over three years so the usual stress over last week’s Valentine’s Day didn’t manage to fi nd me this year.

In saying this, I still thought that it was important that I look my best considering that Ryan had booked gold class tickets to a movie, of my choice (very rare, I know), and had made the effort to ensure that it would be a night that we could both enjoy.

I asked a number of friends for their opinions but they couldn’t give me any advice as they were in completely different circumstances to me.

One was going on a fi rst date, another a fi rst blind date, and another was going to her new boyfriend’s place for a home cooked meal.

None of us could come up with a conclusion on the perfect outfit for a date but we came up with a list of ‘what not to wear’ because an outfit that is a disaster could potentially ruin a date.

The most important thing to remember when dressing for a date,

particularly if it is a fi rst date, is to avoid wearing something provocative and make sure that all underwear is covered – this goes for the men as well.

If it is a fi rst date, it is important to make a good impression, not a sleazy one, and if it is a date with a long-term partner, save it for a time when you are home alone; will they really enjoy themselves if they are noticing every other person in the restaurant staring?

It’s best not to wear something uncomfortable (think toe crushing stilettos) especially if you don’t know where you will be heading for the big date.

It might be a long walk to the car so wear something that you feel good in and chances are, you will look better when not wincing in pain!

Finally, stay away from excessive makeup; your date will want to see who you are.

And on that note, it’s vitally important that you stick to outfits that you like and that suits you.

A date is a chance for you to show your true self, and the fi rst chance you’ll have to make a statement about yourself is by wearing the right outfit.

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

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ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

Friends and acquaintances are going to have a powerful influence on your future prospects and Uranus gives you added optimism and vitality. Social life will increase in importance and obstacles that have irritated you on the work front will be swept away. Neptune encourages you to indulge in pampering yourself, however you need to take a responsible approach to all fi nancial affairs, so don’t let that extravagant streak lead you too far astray.

TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

You will have the urge to change your career or to simply demand recognition for past efforts. No matter how this ambitious phase manifests itself you can be sure that your prospects are considerably boosted from now on. A serious attitude is likely re your relationships as Neptune is making you feel rather suspicious about certain people and you may have a vague suspicion about a friend’s motives, but don’t do anything without knowing the facts.

You can count on us.

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LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

It is going to be necessary to deal with difficult situations both at work and at home, however facing your feelings will allow you to move forward.

If a separation is on the cards, make an extra effort to show your feelings. Women will be especially supportive so chase up old friends for love and support. The New Moon on the 10th falls in your party sector and you will feel an over whelming urge to kick up your heels. It is important that you take a serious attitude to all monetary affairs.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Th is is not a time to gamble on anything, you need to stick to the tried and tested and take a responsible attitude to everything you are dealing with. The males in your social circle are going to be passing on some useful tips so be as open minded as possible when in their company. Unexpected breakthroughs are likely on the home and family front and you will have the heaven sent chance to pour oil on any troubled family waters.

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Full Moon – February 26, Virgo New Moon – February 10, Aquarius

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GEMINI

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

You’ll discover inner resources that you never knew you had and this is the ideal time to open up and talk to others about fi nancial and family worries. Neptune is creating a lot of rumour mongering and back stabbing at work and you are best advised to keep to yourself and not get involved in anything that doesn’t feel right. If an old health complaint keeps flaring up it’s the right time to seek the advice of a professional.

CANCER

JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

Variety is the spice of life and unusual people or places will exert a powerful pull, therefore it’s time to indulge that adventurous streak with a crazy day out. If you have to deal with demanding children or even adults who insist on acting like children, you will be able to defuse the most troubling situation by the use of empathy while still maintaining authority.

The New Moon on the 10th is the ideal time to turn your attentions to taxation.

LEO

JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

It’s the ideal time to fi ll your cupboards with healthy foods, to haul out your exercise gear, get a few early nights and give up negative habits.

All this will work wonders for your energy levels. You are going to be a little too critical for your own good as you are likely to fi nd colleagues and neighbours being difficult to get on with. New projects at work will also be difficult to launch. On the home front, this is the ideal time to replace a washing machine or dishwasher.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Your focus is on economic security and a cost cutting drive becomes your new obsession.

Everyday expenses, health and education all come under the microscope. You might even decide to downsize your home. Th is is an ideal time to focus on getting fitter. There is no doubt that issues surrounding friendships and trust are very important, therefore you need to be as straightforward as possible and don’t try to evade any responsibilities.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

Happy Birthday Aquarius! 2013 will see you climbing the ladder of success and other people looking to you for leadership. With Saturn in a difficult aspect to your sign, you’re ready to confront any unfi nished business both personally and professionally even if this means having a few confrontations. The New Moon in your sign on the 10th sees you using your famous sense of humour to win friends. The Full Moon on the 26th warns you to be careful of being assertive.

PISCES

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

It’s all about you this month. Mars in your sign gives you a boost of confidence and it’s time to break old habits and take up new ventures. You are always there for everyone else and it’s time to start saying ‘no’ more often and to let yourself unwind. The travel bug is likely to bite so take yourself to your local travel agency and look through a few brochures. You are likely to be feeling emotionally drained and worn out so do your best to get some rest before you make yourself ill.

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VIRGO

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

It’s the ideal time for you and your partner to review your fi nances.

As the secret of success lies in clarity, make sure you are aware of all the pros and cons in any fi nancial dealings. Speak up about property and domestic issues, but be constructive. The past may come back to haunt you or to cause you embarrassment, perhaps you forgot to do something or you did something in an inefficient manner and this will reveal itself in an inconvenient way.

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The planets are all heating up your love zone so expect conversations with your partner to be deep and intense. For couples wanting a family, this is the ideal time to set plans in motion. Your energy may be rather low and it’s possible that you’ve been taking on too much just to show how impressive you can be. Are you sure you’re not going for the sympathy vote? It doesn’t really matter as the fact is you need rest so make sure you get some.

SAGITTARIUS

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BERESFIELD BOWLING CLUB: Friday, The Remedy; ROYAL FEDERAL, Branxton: Saturday, Ninemile Saturday, Gen R 8.

Duo; Sunday, Pete Hibbert.

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nyone that has heard Maitland-bred Pat Capocci play guitar will know that this is one cat who knows his way around a fretboard. While there’s no denying that there is a fair bit of natural talent swimming around in there, Capocci said he is constantly learning his craft – in fact you’d be hard pressed to find him, on stage or off, without a guitar close by.

“It’s pretty much all I think about,” he told TE. “I’ve been a bit lazy lately, so I’ve been getting up at around five in the morning and I’ll practice for about two hours before work, then again at morning tea and again at lunch – I might be a bit obsessed but I’m never without a guitar.”

After developing his hepperthan-hep brand of rockabilly (with healthy lashes of jazz and country thrown in for good measure) in various outfits over the years, it seems as though his main squeeze, The Pat Capocci Combo is beginning to break some serious ground overseas with the band heading over to Europe three times in as many

years to an increasingly rapturous continental audience.

“Last year we did two European tours in August and March and they were just fantastic.

“The first time we went over there, I was just blown away with how big the rockabilly scene is over there compared to Australia – everyone in the scene over there is just great and they all seem to have so much knowledge about the music, like really rare records and stuff that we’ve never heard of – it’s awesome.

“We’re planning on heading back over there in June – it’s taken a bit of time, but I think we might be starting to break some really good ground over there which is really encouraging.”

The band also has plans to head over to the US – the Mecca of Rockabilly in the near future, Visas and work commitments notwithstanding.

“We’d love to get over there, and we do plan to, it’s just a matter of juggling everything. It’s a bit harder to organise a trip to the States.”

Capocci, who cut his teeth with a heady mix of his father’s old Chicago blues albums and 70s English punk rock from the likes of the Buzzcocks, said the band was on the cusp of releasing their third album ‘Call of the Wild’

which, while retaining the core Capocci sound, represented a bit of a spreading of the wings for the three piece.

“I guess you’d say this album is a bit more adventurous than previous records,” he said.

“There’s a bit more of a Western swing influence in there and a few other surprises as well – I guess we’re just trying to challenge ourselves to come up with something a bit different each time around.”

Such is Capocci’s all consuming passion for music and the esteem in which he is held in the Oz rockabilly/roots scene that, at last count and including the Combo, his name has popped up in 10 different outfits –from fellow Maitland-bred Ezra Lee’s band, to Danny and the Cosmic Tremors to his drummerless Western Swing trio the Twilight Rhythm Boys.

“Yeah, I’d say I’m in about ten different bands at the moment, although I haven’t got to the stage where I start playing a song from a different band while I’m onstage – I’m sure it’s bound to happen, but hopefully not for a while yet.”

Catch the Pat Capocci Combo when they play at the Wickham Park Hotel on Saturday, February 23.

That’s Entertainment

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For Sale: $990,000 - $1.1m

system, a home theatre, children’s activity room and there is a family meals area adjacent to the kitchen that leads to an outdoor entertainment area.

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ASHTONFIELD A RESIDENCE OF GRACIOUS PROPORTIONS This is an impressive residence of generous proportions throughout with a very appealing floor-plan.

It provides several living areas of both formal and informal potential. The attractive façade and tiled entrance provide an inviting welcome with the tiled area being quite extensive taking in the open plan kitchen and informal living areas. The formal lounge is spacious and provides an elegant area to relax. The kitchen is well designed with plenty of bench space and storage, dishwasher and adjoins the informal living and rear covered entertaining area and overlooks the rear garden and in-ground pool. Upstairs all bedrooms will impress with their size and have built ins, the main with en-suite and walk in robe and there is yet another well sized living area. The 840sqm block is almost level yet appreciates an elevated outlook. The attached garage has direct access and auto door..

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Easy access to tourist vineyards, and the new Freeway is under construction for access to upper hunter mining facilities. Fantastic views of Broken Back range and Watagan mountains, and is great exposure at the entry to the estate. The land measures 140m x 140m, and is the perfect opportunity for a long term developer. The land is able to be subdivided (subject to council approval) into approximately 27 lots that range in size from 490sqm to 624sqm, and a subdivision plan is available.

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6th March, Noah’s on the Beach 6pm Saturday 3 - 3:30pm George Rafty on 0412 689 809 or Charlie Lund on 0429 139 260

Wrapped in stunning low maintenance gardens is this wonderfully different, architect-designed 5 bedroom home on 1 acre, in the 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 ensuite & walk in robe, and lovely garden views. The remaining bedrooms are 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. There is side access to the backyard, which holds 2 sheds, and an inground pool set in a private fairy tale landscaped setting. The extra large double garage has drive through access to the yard & third bathroom.

An attractive English feel with a tree lined driveway to welcome you to a unique property, perfect to raise a family and conveniently located between Maitland and Newcastle. On 2.5 acres this property won’t disappoint. The home has only had the one owner, with which they have kept the property in great condition and have thoroughly enjoyed the lifestyle it has provided for them. With high ceilings throughout, ducted A/C, security system, cedar timber finishes and expansive living areas this home does not lack. The master bedroom includes an en-suite with corner spa, a huge walk-in robe as well as a separate dressing room. All the bedrooms are oversized with built-ins. The country style timber kitchen overlooks the pool and takes in the magnificent views the valley has to offer. There is a freestanding garage and workshop that has been built to match the main home that will impress the man of the house.

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ewcastle Knightsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; management has admitted the clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s implication in the Australian Crime Commissionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (ACC) Project Aperio report into the use of banned substances in sport has created â&#x20AC;&#x153;angst and frustrationâ&#x20AC;? within its ranks.

Both Knights CEO, Matt Gidley, and coach, Wayne Bennett, both fronted the media last week to acknowledge that while the club had been named as one of six clubs with possible links to doping, neither knew of any instances of doping by players.

Gidley said in a statement following a meeting with Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority (ASADA) representatives on Tuesday afternoon that he is â&#x20AC;&#x153;confident we have no issues of concernâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;While no specific details or players were mentioned by the ASADA representatives, they made it clear the Knights coaching staff and support team, and their procedures, were given the all-clear,â&#x20AC;? Gidley explained.

Bennett was uncharacteristically forthcoming in his criticism of the handling of the allegations, telling the media: â&#x20AC;&#x153;If thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s issues, then we want to get them resolved, but itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just the manner itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all been doneâ&#x20AC;Ś

NRL CEO, David Smith, addressing the media on Tuesday PHOTO: Vanessa Watson

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s created a fair bit of angst and frustration for everybody concerned, particularly at our club here anyway.â&#x20AC;?

At a press conference on Tuesday morning, NRL CEO David Smith, said he understood the frustrations of players,

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Shining Knights Amidst controversy, the Knights win first trial game

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he Newcastle Knights have shrugged off the recent controversy surrounding the club, defeating the South Sydney Rabbitohs 18-6 in their trial match at Coffs Harbour’s BCU International Stadium on Saturday night.

Handling errors and poor discipline saw the Knights under a great deal of pressure early in the fi rst quarter and a huge effort in defence kept the Rabbitohs off the scoreboard.

A sprinting Akuila Uate helped shift the momentum in the tenth minute and put the Knights into Rabbitohs’ territory for the fi rst time in the match.

Matt Hilder backed up Uate’s run and forced his way over the line from dummy half to give the red and blue an early lead, 40. Returning captain, Kurt Gidley, added the extras from in front to take it to 6-0.

Penalties to the Rabbitohs forced Newcastle’s defence to work overtime to keep their 6-0 lead, while a change of team in the third quarter saw 13 new players take to the field.

Tyrone Roberts at half-back proved his fi rst grade credentials with a sneaky try in the corner early in the second half. He converted his own try to extend the Knights lead by 12-points.

The Rabbitohs hit back with a Koroisau try and Reynolds converted to close the gap by six-points, 12-6, but with ten seconds

The Knights tackling South Sydney in last Saturday’s trial match

left on the clock, Roberts and Korbin Sims partnered up for the Knights third try and Roberts second, with Peter Mata’utia converting to fi nalise the full-time score at 18-6.

Knights coach, Wayne Bennett, said he was impressed with the team.

“We were good without doing anything special, which is probably where you want to be for your fi rst pre-season game of the year,” Bennett said.

The Knights’ next trial will be against the Cronulla Sharks in Tamworth this Saturday, February 23.