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PARTNERING UP Hunter schools are being encouraged to follow in the footsteps of the Maitland Alternate Learning Group and apply for funding to go towards a school-community partnership. Maitland Alternate Learning Group is made up of five local schools – Frances Greenway High School, Kurri Kurri High School, Rutherford Technology High School, Maitland High School and Maitland Grossmann High School...
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Councillors including Mayor Peter Blackmore and Maitland City Bowls and Recreation Club representatives present the cheque to Kookaburra Korner Early Education Centre
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he children of the Kookaburra Korner Early Education Centre will soon be playing in a brand new playground thanks to a generous grant from a local club. Board members from the Maitland City Bowls and Recreation Club and Maitland Mayor Peter Blackmore presented staff at the Rutherford centre with a cheque for $50,000 last week as part of the club’s Community Assistance Fund.
Established in 2011, the fund aims to provide assistance to not-for-profit organisations around Maitland, with past recipients including the Maitland Cancer Appeal Committee and Alzheimer’s Australia. Kookaburra Korner director Louise Perrett said the grant means a lot to the centre. “We’re overwhelmed and excited about the reconstruction of our playgrounds because of this grant,” she said. “Our two primary focuses will be on creating a natural outdoor learning environment and on environmental sustainability.” Maitland City Bowls and Recreation Club CEO
Ian Martin felt it was important for the club to give back to the community. “Part of our mission and values is about being community aware,” he said. “We want our club to be associated with giving to the community.” Councillor Blackmore praised the club for their efforts in assisting the community. “Today we’re talking about $50,000, that’s nearly $1,000 per week that this club is giving this organisation and of course, the beauty of that is, this is to help out kids...this is an investment in these young people’s future.” Work on the upgrades is expected to be complete by the end of the year.
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ow was your Easter? Was it characterised by over-indulging in chocolate eggs, relaxing with your family or the opposite, getting done all those jobs you’ve saved up for weeks? I’m getting married in a fortnight so for me, Easter was a mix of all three things. I did get a chance to relax, which was certainly needed, but I also spent a fair chunk of the four-day holiday fi nishing jobs, chasing late RSVPS, doing seating plans for our guests, crafting my speech, and so on and so forth. Needless to say, I overindulged in Easter eggs. I do think we often miss the opportunity to relax and unwind, when it’s right there in front of us. And as I don’t plan to get married again, I’ve learnt my lesson for the next long weekend! On a different note, we’re pleased to bring you the story of the wonderful Greedy family, who suffered the tragic loss of their son and brother, Judd, as a result of a motorbike accident. The family have not let this setback defi ne them, and instead now hold an annual fundraising event to raise money for local families in need. Turn to page 3 for details of this year’s event and how you can be involved. Sales: enquiries@newcastlepost.com.au Editorial: editorial@newcastlepost.com.au www.newcastlepost.com.au
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t’s been four years since Rob and Julie Greedy received the heart-breaking news that their eldest son, Judd, had been killed in a horrific accident while racing in the Australian Superbike Series. Whist the news was shocking, the outpouring of love in Judd’s memory did not surprise the Greedy family, who always knew their son was well-liked. “He was a pretty special bloke,” Judd’s sister, Elissa Turner said. “He was a boy who gave a lot of love but never took a lot back, as far as I’m concerned. “I don’t think he even realised the impact that he had on a lot of people’s lives and how much people loved him.” Family friends of the popular racer came up with the idea of holding an annual memorial event in Judd’s honour – raising funds to help different people in need each year. The money raised from this year’s event will go to Metford five-year-old, Brooklyn Jones Smith, who suffers from the extremely rare chromosomal disorder, Trisomy 14 Mosaicism (T14M). “Th is year we wanted to look around the area and [help out a child] because Judd always really liked kids,” Judd’s mother, Julie Greedy, said. “We just think if it’s a local it makes it a
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et me give you some insight into what happened in Canberra last Thursday. Rumours of a leadership challenge had been swirling for some time and the talk was it was all going to come to a head on Thursday – the last sitting day of Parliament for seven weeks until Budget Day. For the Rudd camp, it was now or never. His supporters had been agitating for weeks and needed a trigger. Th ings were oddly quiet in the morning – contacts who were so willing to offer comment in the weeks prior were suddenly silent. Then Simon Crean held an event in the Mural Hall at Parliament House for an announcement on the arts – it raised a few eyebrows. There was no official press conference – but his office said he was happy to answer some questions from the press. Hmmm. Was this the trigger? As it turned out, no. But the press conference was weird. Mr Crean was forthcoming on criticism of the government, he made some veiled sledges at the Prime Minister. Then in a sign he was clearly under pressure and perhaps torn by his conscience – he started getting stuck into the waiting
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alternatives to mainstream school [for disengaged youth], while keeping them interested in education,” Ms Xenos explained. “It’s been really positive, with lots of the students picking up employment as a result of the skills they’ve learnt.”
Categories for the 2013 Awards include ‘Impact Awards’, for schools with an existing community partnership; ‘Seed Funding Awards’, for schools with an exciting idea about how to partner with a local community; and ‘Student Awards’, for students who demonstrate creativity,
unter schools are being encouraged to follow in the footsteps of the Maitland Alternate Learning Group and apply for NAB Schools First Award funding towards a school-community partnership. Maitland Alternate Learning Group is made up of five local schools – Frances Greenway High School, Kurri Kurri High School, Rutherford Technology High School, Maitland High School and Maitland Grossmann High School. The group received a $30,000 NAB Schools First Award last year to support their Young Leaders Program in partnership with the local PCYC and Youth Express. Deputy Principal of Frances Greenway High School, Sue Xenos, said that as part of the program, 10 students from each school are given the opportunity to participate in a Certificate II in Sport Recreation and Fitness. Local youth take part in the PCYC and Youth Express Young Leaders Program “It’s all about creating
social mindedness and leadership with a community-partnership idea. A Newcastle NAB Schools First Masterclass will be held at St Phillips Christian College in Waratah on Friday, May 17 to help local schools and community groups with their applications. Entries for the awards are open from now until June 28. Visit www.schoolsfi rst.edu.au for more information or to lodge an application.
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ast week Council was delivered impressive statistics for Clean Up Australia Day 2013. Hundreds of people across 19 sites in Maitland joined in the country wide clean up on Sunday, March 3 and hundreds of students from eleven schools joined in the schools day the Friday before. The grand total of rubbish collected was over two tonnes! Two tonnes of discarded food scraps, packaging, broken glass, broken toys and other unwanted household items. It’s a disgusting thought to visualise and one that, obviously, people don’t think about when they drop their garbage on our streets, in our parks and through our bushland. While Clean Up Australia Day is a wonderful initiative, wouldn’t it be great if we didn’t need it at all? Maitland City Council is dedicated to communicating the anti-litter message and it seems to be getting through.
In February, Council gave away over 500 personal ash trays through an environmental initiative. That’s more than 500 smokers now disposing of their butts in a way that reduces environmental pollution and encourages cleaner streets and pride in our city. These kind of figures, teamed with those from Clean Up Australia Day, prove to me again that people in Maitland do care about their environment and are happy to band together to make the city a cleaner, nicer place to live. A lot of the people that put their hand up to get involved in these occasions are familiar faces to many of us in Maitland, getting involved with community tree planting, Landcare and other similar groups. As a region rich in natural beauty, it is very important and I am very grateful that we have residents willing to spend their time looking after these significant environmental assets.
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Police also received calls from concerned members of community about the upturn in strange behaviour emanating from backyards. It was reported numerous young persons were observed searching under bushes, trees and outdoor furniture in the backyard of a number of residential dwellings. In a disturbing turn of events, several husbands have also been questioned regarding supplying an addictive substance to their wives, Belgian chocolate. It has been reported that this addictive substance is often exchanged for leave passes and the rights to the television. Police are hoping the reported behaviour will abate over the coming weeks as the supply of chocolate in the community declines. Th is said, police will be maintaining vigilance as this type of behaviour.
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COMMUNITY GUIDE... 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,
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Why we get caffeine withdrawals
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was talking to a friend recently who told me of her experience in cutting down her caffeine intake. Her caffeine withdrawal was awful and took 4 days to pass. So why is caffeine withdrawal so painful and prolonged? When we have caffeine as tea, coffee, chocolate or energy drinks, we generally feel a boost in energy and alertness. But caffeine doesn’t actually give us energy; it robs us of energy and increases our stress hormones. The caffeine gives you a feeling of increased alertness by raising your stress hormones. Caffeine stimulates the adrenal glands to produce the “fight or fl ight” syndrome. Adrenalin, noradrenalin and cortisol are released by the adrenals into the blood stream to shut down non-essential systems, like digestion and immune protection, so that all of our energy can be focused on survival. James Lane, Associate Research Professor of Psychiatry at Duke University, was quoted recently as saying: “Moderate caffeine consumption makes a person react like he or she is having a very stressful
day. If you combine the effects of real stress with the artificial boost in stress hormones that comes from caffeine, then you have compounded the effects considerably.” So what’s the deal with the headache and the exhaustion? Suddenly abstaining from caffeine causes increased blood flow to the brain and changes the brains electrical activity. The increased blood flow has been linked to the typical headache that is experienced. It is the changes to brainwaves that are blamed for the jetlag-like fatigue. Although many of us think we perform better with caffeine, a study comparing chronic placebo to chronic (i.e. daily) caffeine administration showed no benefit to the daily caffeine intake. It seems for those regular consumers of caffeine that it’s just a constant reversal of withdrawal. Anyone that’s tried to quit smoking will have had the experience of that person who says, “Go on, one won’t hurt”. It’s the same for any dietary change, so stick to your guns and remember why it is important to make these healthy lifestyle changes.
The red carpet conundrum
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attended my fi rst red carpet event last week and yes, it was amazing. But before I talk about the show, I want to take you back to a couple of days beforehand. In my hand, I have two tickets to the premiere performance of War Horse at the Lyric Theatre in Sydney as well as admission to the after-party and I am sure you can imagine the fi rst thing that came into my mind: what on earth am I going to wear?! I knew that it was a red carpet event and having read about a number of Australian television stars that would be attending, I was all the more anxious. I decided to take my boyfriend, Ryan, who was much less stressed than I was but was still a little unsure of the dress code. If you read last week’s column, you would know that I am preparing for a trip to Europe, so buying a new dress was completely out of the question. Up to an hour before we left, I was still um-ing and ah-ing over what to wear and trying to match my outfit with Ryan’s (which proved to be too difficult anyway – I eventually gave up!). By the time we had arrived and
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I was nearing the red carpet, I was seriously doubting the outfit that I had chosen – surely it wasn’t good enough! But, I was wrong. I could have turned up in either jeans and a t-shirt or a gown and I would have still looked the part. In fact, I felt as though I had dressed perfectly. In attendance on the night were of course the celebrities, wearing suits and lovely dresses. Black seemed to be the colour for the evening and there were lots of sparkly dresses; however, not many floor length gowns. There were the journalists and Sydney theatre buffs who were in cocktail wear, just like myself – think suit, no tie and above the knee dresses. Finally there was the rest, who were in smart casual: jeans, collared shirts, sheer tops and heels. My fi rst ‘red carpet’ event (well, an event with a red carpet) was great. I had dressed appropriately and had the opportunity to see a wonderful show and then brush shoulders with the stars at an afterparty later. What I realised then is that stressing over your outfit is a waste of time!
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Take time out to rest and look after your health; time away from your problems will give you fresh insights. Certain tensions in your personal life will need to be addressed before you can proceed onwards. There is a need for your partner or spouse to better manage their health. You will need to discuss some of their personal or daily habits in order to further improve your relationship as a whole!
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THE YES MAN Anderson told TE. “The show is going to be a bit STEPHEN BISSET of a walk down memory lane for me as it will just be me and an acoustic guitar playing a lot of long with the likes of King Crimson, Genesis the Yes catalogue, my work with Vangellis and, of course, some and Jethro Tull, UK newer songs. outfit Yes were at the “I’ll also be telling a few forefront of championing the stories and anecdotes prog rock movement in Britain. throughout the set, so it will be The band’s symphonic style, quite an intimate experience.” lyrical mysticism and complex Anderson, who was the instrumentation made them one of the most critically-acclaimed driving force and reason for much of the complexity in the bands of the genre and their music of Yes (his contribution formidable 20-album canon to Yes classics ‘Close to the influenced the likes of Dream Edge’, ‘Awaken’, and ‘The Gates Theatre and Rush. Of Delirium’, for example, are Jon Anderson, the band’s undeniable) said his whole vocalist and driving creative modus operandi for Yes was to force from 1968 to 1980 and create music that challenged again from 1983 to 2005, the listener. will be in the Hunter next “When I started rehearsing week on the back of a highlyanticipated Bluesfest sideshow. with Yes in the late 1960s, all I was interested in was creating Anderson, who aside from Yes very structured music that has quite a considerable solo would challenge both us as a body of work (14 solo albums band and the listener,” he said. and an ambitious 1-song EP “We got to a certain point, I’d ‘Open’ from 2001) as well as say it would have been when collaborations with Greek composer, Vangellis, and fellow we were on tour writing for our third album [‘The Yes Album’] Yes alum, Rick Wakeman, said where that idea evolved into that the show would run the something much larger and gamut of his career. we were creating music that “I absolutely love touring because it gives me the chance was very different from the norm and we did that, quite to play places that I’ve never successfully, for around 10 been before, so obviously I years.” can’t wait to get to Australia,”
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However, the onset of the 1980s proved problematic for the band and Anderson said that the amount of outside influences on the band (record execs, a & r men et al) took a toll on the band’s creativity. This happened ironically during perhaps the most commercially successful period for the band, especially with their 1983 album ‘90125’ which contained the smash hit, ‘Owner Of A Lonely Heart’. “Yeah the ‘80s came around with all of the external influences and then ‘90125’ happened and it was kind of getting away from where we were in the beginning,” he said. When asked about his influence on popular music, Anderson remained philosophical. “I don’t really think about it too much,” he said. “Although I received an email from a friend recently who told me that their 20-year-old son had just listened to ‘Ritual’ [from the band’s 1973 ‘Tales From Topographic Oceans’ set] which blew my mind. Also, I think that when you listen to some newer stuff, like what Radiohead are doing, I’d say you can hear a bit of a Yes influence in there.” Catch Jon Anderson when he plays at Lizotte’s Lambton on Wednesday, April 3.
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Located in the main street of Greta this lovely home offers the astute buyer A variety of opportunities. With excellent road exposure it is a perfect location for professional rooms or offices, or to live in and enjoy. Full of charm and character, it has high ceilings, air conditioning, fresh paint and carpet through out, a new kitchen and more. The floor plan is wonderfully flexible, giving you choices of having 5 separate offices plus waiting/ reception area or 3 bedrooms with 2 living areas plus a study or 4 bedrooms with a variety of living & study area. Set on a large block of 870m you have wide side access to the spacious yard and extra large double garage & tool shed. The yard is securely fenced making it ideal for children and pets. For a professional it offers lots of room for onsite parking but also plenty of street parking.
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Nestled in privacy up a lane way is this 1 acre block with the potential for lovely views when you build your dream home. You can live in the temporary 2 bedroom accommodation while you build or demolish it. Power is already on site, saving you money. Only 2 minutes from Branxton shops, with school bus at the street. This is a rare opportunity for vacant land in Branxton.
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This warm and inviting brick home is on a level 1/4 acre block with rear lane access. Recent refurbishment includes new colourbond roof, new kitchen with dishwasher, new carpet and fresh paint throughout. With wide shady full length verandahs front and back and a north facing aspect the home has full enjoyment of winter sun and summer shades. There are 3 generous bedrooms, 2 with built ins and new curtains. The rear yard is fenced and a double garage with adjoining carport provides plenty of room for boats or caravans. This property has the benefit of being solar heated for the water and a cosy open fireplace. With good side access and also a rear lane there is easy entry to the large 1083sqm block. Low maintenance gardens, several mature fruit trees and bush outlook at rear creates a very relaxed family lifestyle.
This park like property will give your family a great lifestyle and great potential for capital gains. Situated on the Hunter Valley wine trail this fully renovated home has high ceilings & timber floors with a country style kitchen and modern bathroom. The property is extremely versatile with a large 15x7.5m shed and nursery area. There is also permanent creek frontage. The home is also a short stroll to the convenience store and school. t 10mins to Vineyards t 2 hours to Sydney t 3 Parklike Acres
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For more information, phone PRD Nationwide Hunter Valley on 4934 2000 or listing agent Reece Thompson on 0478 691 418. Inspect: By appointment.
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The home has 4 bedrooms, with the main having a built-in robe. Upstairs has its own private bedroom and living area, complete with A/C.
Wrapped in stunning low maintenance gardens is this wonderfully different, architect-designed 5 bedroom home on 1 acre, in the exclusive & popular 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Summer Roomâ&#x20AC;? 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 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 inground pool set in a private fairy tale landscaped setting. The extra large double garage has drive through access to the yard & third bathroom.
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.
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$568,000 By Appointment Cathy Cattell 0414 697 424
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4 BED 1 BATH 2 CAR
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5 BED 3 BATH 2 CAR
LOCHINVAR CHECK THIS OUT!
Set on 1024sqm with an ENORMOUS back yard which offers the possibility of rear access and lots of room to build a shed or pool, this stylish 2 year old home will delight you. A wide hallway with tiled floors greets you at the door. The study and 4 spacious bedrooms allows room for all the family.
Set on a fantastic 2 acres, corner position, in the heart of Lochinvar, is this great opportunity.
The main bedroom is at the rear of the home & has walk in robe & ensuite. An open plan kitchen makes cooking a breeze with stone bench tops, stainless steel cooking appliances, dishwasher, & walk in pantry. Air conditioned open plan tiled living area has sliding doors opening to a lovely alfresco area with views over the whole yard and the rural scenery at the rear of the property. The double garage gives you security with internal entry. With a park reserve at the rear and seated at the end of a cul-de-sac, peace and quiet is assured.
This is the first time this property has been offered for sale.
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AUCTION 4 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR
Nestled in one corner of the block is a cute weatherboard 3 bedroom home. It is roomy, has high ceilings, air conditioning, ceiling fans and in good order. With a coat of paint and new floor coverings the home offers you a nice place to live or a rental potential of $350 - $380 per week. There is an extra large lock up shed and town water. Situated in a quiet street only minutes from schools, local shop & public transport.
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18th April, 6pm 107 Newcastle Rd, East Maitland By Appointment Cathy Cattell 0414 697 424
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18th April, 6pm 107 Newcastle Rd, East Maitland By Appointment Cathy Cattell 0414 697 424
It offers you a number of choices - build your dream home, live in the existing Original 3 bedroom home OR invest and wait for the future development of the area.
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Football â&#x20AC;&#x153;heartlandâ&#x20AC;? the reason the region will host Asian Cup games TRICIA MOROSIN
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Chief Executive Officer of the Cup Organising Committee, Michael Brown, made the announcement last week that four games â&#x20AC;&#x201C; two qualifying games, a Semi Final and the 3rd v 4th playoff â&#x20AC;&#x201C; will be played at Newcastle Stadium. The strong following of both the Jets and the Central Coast Mariners has played a significant role in the decision
to bring the Cup to Newcastle. â&#x20AC;&#x153;These are some of the biggest games of the tournament, and are recognition that the Hunter region is a strong heartland for grassroots football,â&#x20AC;? Mr Brown said. Newcastle MP, Tim Owen, said hearing that â&#x20AC;&#x153;over half the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s population would be focused on Newcastle in 2015â&#x20AC;? made it â&#x20AC;&#x153;one of the most fantastic days in Newcastleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sporting historyâ&#x20AC;?.
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Jay Brown, Blade Skelly and Cowen Lawrence have been selected for the Awabakal U16s team
at school but actually, being chosen for this team has really encouraged them to go to school because they have to have a 78 per cent attendance rate to be in the team. “We want to encourage our kids to strive forward and strive up...and excel at what they do.”
Cowen Lawrence said he couldn’t wait to get up to Dubbo to play and was looking forward to competing against players from other nations. Nations of Origin 7’s matches will be played at Apex Oval Sporting Complex in Dubbo on July 10 and 11.