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Hunter men charged Two men to face attempted murder charges for bikie shooting

HOSPITAL EXPANSION Plans to expand Maitland Private Hospital are expected to be given the green light by the Hunter and Central Coast Joint Planning Panel (JRPP) next month following support for the proposal from Maitland Council.

Councillors passed a motion at last week’s Council meeting to make a written submission to the JRPP indicating their support for the hospital’s development application.

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One of the men being arrested at a Rutherford worksite last week

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wo Hunter men were arrested and charged last week with the alleged attempted murder of the president of the Maitland Gladiator Motorcycle gang, bringing to a close a three-month police investigation.

Grant Welsh, 35, and Andrew Pickering, 40, were arrested last Wednesday following police raids on Ashtonfield homes and a Rutherford business.

They were later charged with attempted murder.

Strike Force Nevarda, a specially-formed taskforce of Detectives from Central Hunter and Hunter Valley Local Area Commands, had been investigating the matter since July.

It is alleged that Frank Van Der Kroft, 56, was riding on Wine Country Drive, North Rothbury on July 22 when he was shot several times in the back and subsequently taken to Cessnock Hospital where he underwent surgery.

On the day of their arrests, Mr Welsh appeared in Cessnock Local Court while Mr Pickering presented at Raymond Terrace Local

Court. Neither entered a plea and both were refused bail.

Mr Welsh and Mr Pickering are reported to have once had key roles in the Maitland and Gunnedah chapters of the Gladiators.

Detectives from the taskforce have searched several Hunter premises and seized fi rearms, ammunition and explosives.

Police reportedly seized a loaded shotgun from Mr Welsh’s home and a loaded handgun at Mr Pickering’s address.

Both cases have been adjourned to Newcastle Local Court, with Mr Welsh due to appear on October 31 and Mr Pickering on December 19.

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he NSW Opposition Leader, John Robertson, paid another visit to the Hunter last week, this time to speak with local workers who will be affected by the Government’s proposed cuts to healthcare and education services.

These workers are so concerned about what the cuts will mean for their jobs and their work, that they have already walked off the job a number of times in recent months.

One Department of Community Services caseworker told the Post in confidence that too much time is spent doing “casework by PC”, instead of spending time with children who need their attention.

Cuts might work for the budget bottom line, but they will have a disastrous effect on local communities.

Less funding and services mean less money that can be spent in local communities, less investment in local businesses and less opportunities for people to fi nd work.

These workers, who, not to mince words, do jobs that others don’t want to or can’t do, need support from the Government - starting with fi nancial support.

In a change of pace, from this week we are starting a regular Animal Rescue column (right) which will bring to your attention loveable pets in desperate need of a good home.

Why not consider rescuing one of these little guys - there’s few things as rewarding as bringing a furry friend into your family!

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He is a lovely little gentleman who loves to give kisses and cuddles.

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He gets on with large and small dogs, and also cats.

He will let you know when strangers walk past but once he gets introduced to someone and has a sniff, he is fi ne.

Cookie is an indoor dog, but loves to play outside during the day.

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Cookie’s $400 adoption fee covers his de-sexing, vaccinations, flea and worm treatments, micro-chipping, and lifetime registration.

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

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Maitland Guides help achieve World Record for washing 6,400 cars JEAN SOMERVILLE-RABBITT

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ven for the most ardent of car lovers, washing the car can become a chore at times, so imagine washing thousands of cars in just one day.

Last weekend, Girl Guides across Australia did exactly that in an attempt to achieve a Guinness World Record for the most cars washed within an eight-hour period.

The Girl Guides were aiming to wash 5,000 cars over the 8-hour period eclipsing the previous record, which stood at 4,344.

Girl Guides NSW & ACT Commissioner, Belinda Allen, said the event was a fun challenge for Girl Guides to be involved in.

“Girl Guides across the country are very excited to take up this challenge and we hope the community gets behind the event,” she said.

“Every car washed is an investment in Australia’s future leaders.

“It will give Girl Guides access to more educational experiences and opportunities.”

Girl Guides at Green Hills (pictured) washed a total of 85 cars throughout the day, with Guides at Gateshead washing 93.

The fi nal results won’t be known for a few days as Guides across the country tally up their numbers, but initial reports indicate the record was well and truly beaten with in excess of 6,400 cars washed nationwide.

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SW Opposition Leader, John Robertson, visited the Hunter last week to speak with allied health professionals, education workers and primary industries staff in Maitland.

The Minister’s office said Mr Robertson had heard the concerns of many local workers’ about the O’Farrell Government’s impending job and funding cuts to education and health services, and that some were too afraid to “stick their necks out” for fear of repercussions.

“The allied health workers I met with work locally in rehabilitation and speech pathology, and are not exempt from the O’Farrell Government’s $3 billion cut to the health system,” Mr Robertson said.

“There is no doubt that the basic health services local families rely on will be impacted on by cuts of this magnitude.

“There is no excuse for billion dollar cuts to our hospitals – waiting times in our Emergency Departments and surgery waiting lists are already hitting record levels under the O’Farrell Government – this will only make things worse.”

Labor Duty MLC for Maitland, Sophie Cotsis, joined the Opposition Leader and said the community had been calling for confi rmation on how many jobs and

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services would be cut. She has lodged questions on their behalf for the Premier and Minister for the Hunter.

“The knock-on effect of slashing

jobs is that there is less money being spent locally so small businesses in the Maitland area will start to feel the pinch,” Ms Cotsis said.

“The people of Maitland never voted for massive job losses in local schools and hospitals and the inevitable impact these cuts will have on local business.”

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Councillor believes more car spaces are needed in Private Hospital plans AMELIA PARROTT

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lans to expand Maitland Private Hospital are expected to be given the green light by the Hunter and Central Coast Joint Planning Panel (JRPP) next month following support for the proposal from Maitland Council.

Councillors passed a motion at last week’s Council meeting to make a written submission to the JRPP indicating their support for the hospital’s development application (DA).

The application includes the construction of two-storey consultants suites and a new 25-bed medical and mental health ward, which will replace the existing ground level car park.

The plans presented to Council showed that a new 43-space car park would be built as part of the development, but the number of spaces would be fewer than currently exists.

Councillor Robert Aitchison was one of a number of councillors who raised concerns over parking, which led to councillors amending the motion to ask the JRPP that the number of car spaces remain the same.

Cr Aitchison said that more parking should be included in the plan as a gesture of good faith to surrounding residents.

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Cr Aitchison believes more parking must be included in Private Hospital development plans

hospital] and you’ve now got people starting to park on the grass next to the highway,” Cr Aitchison said.

“We’re about to add 25 new beds and a 900-metre consultation offices and the

number of people visiting will increase and parking will decrease,” he said.

“Th is is our one chance to get it right.

“We don’t want to set ourselves up for another parking situation like the one at

Maitland Hospital.”

Maitland Private Hospital currently has 87 patient beds, with the proposed development to greatly increase the hospital’s capabilities.

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Clothing and Textile Museum receives funding to record stories ELLY GLENDENNING

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he Australian Museum of Clothing and Textiles (AMCAT) has received a $500 NSW Cultural Grant from the Royal Australian Historical Society to help preserve the oral histories of the Hunter textile industry.

The grant will allow them to record the stories of locals who worked at Hunter companies including Bradmill and Courtaulds, with the museum planning to connect these stories with pieces in their collection.

AMCAT President, Lynette McDowell, hopes the recordings will demonstrate what everyday clothing and textiles can teach us about the local community in different eras.

“We can learn our history from clothing we wear,” Ms McDowell said. “[AMCAT] is a way of preserving our local history and share the stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things.”

A team of volunteers have built the museum from a collection belonging to Ms Nell Pyle and it includes wedding dresses, hats, fabric, countless shoes and bags. Yet the favourite item in the collection is a pair of men’s underpants made from destination roles of old trams.

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AMCAT founder Nell Pyle, volunteer Charlotte Cochrane and President Lynette McDowell with Bradmill fabric

Library also received grants to use to record the written and oral histories of the Hunter region.

Maitland MP and Environment and Heritage Minister, Robyn Parker, is

pleased that funding went to Maitland.

“Local historical societies and community groups play an important role in helping all people – particularly younger generations – understand our

history and learning stories of national and local significance” Ms Parker said.

If you worked in the Hunter textile industry in the 1950s, contact the Museum on 4930 9051.

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ickets are selling fast to the recently crowned best beer event in the country - the Bitter and Twisted International Boutique Beer Festival!

The festival recently took out the Best Beer Event gong at the Beer and Brewer Magazine Awards, competing against events from across Australia and New Zealand. My team are just ecstatic for the festival to be recognised on this level – and are now even more excited for the event this weekend, which promises to be bigger and better than ever before.

More than fi fty boutique beers from brewers across the country will be on offer from the unique setting of the iconic Maitland Gaol. Th is year’s theme is ‘Expect the Unexpected’ and crowds are being told to prepare for some quirky surprises as they explore the festival grounds.

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Brewing Co., Matso’s Broome Brewery, Matilda Bay Brewing Co., Rocks Brewing Co. and the newly established Morpeth Brewery and Beer Co. Not to be outdone by the impressive beer line up, the music line up is guaranteed to strike a chord with crowds. Mat McHugh from the Beautiful Girls will headline the Saturday acts with Ash Grunwald returning to the festival to head up the Sunday set.

A number of food events will be held to complement the beer and music, including the Food and Beer Matching Lunches, where some of our featured brewers will carefully select beer to accompany the sumptuous dishes on offer. Tickets for the lunch are selling fast for both the Saturday and Sunday sessions.

Some tickets will be available at the gate but to avoid long lines you can purchase yours online at www. bitterandtwisted.com.au or by phoning 4931 2888.

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local woman who cares for her husband has been named the recipient of the 2012 NSW Carers Award for Maitland.

Nita Walkom was presented with her certificate recognising the achievement

by Maitland MP, Robyn Parker, at a recent function. “The hard work of carers often goes unnoticed, but this is one way for the community to recognise the incredible sacrifices carers like Nita Walkom make,� Ms Parker said. “Mrs Walkom has received this award for caring for her husband, Glen, since he was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in 2009. “She learnt many new skills as Glen’s care needs multiplied, such as wound care, using a hoist to transfer him into bed and taking care of his medication.�

Mrs Wolkom was modest when notified of her nomination, saying it was the excellent team of professionals and a strong network of family and friends that allowed her to continue to care for Glen.

Mrs Walkom is one of the 53 individual carers and 10 organisations

across the State to be presented with Carers Awards during NSW Carers Week last week.

The NSW Carers Awards acknowledge and celebrate the significant contribution unpaid or ‘informal’ carers make to the person or people they care for and the community.

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Water ways: Landholders attend floodplains seminar

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etting the best results from pastures while protecting the health of local waterways was the focus of a free field day for landholders living on floodplains of the Hunter recently.

Department of Primary Industries wet pasture experts, Carol Rose and Harry Rose, co-authors of Grasses of Coastal NSW, hosted the free field day at Kooragang City Farm, near Newcastle.

The field day attracted landholders from Woodberry, Rutherford and Luskintyre and the Port Stephens area.

“Acid sulfate soil and wetlands do not stop at boundaries and anyone with land on the coastal floodplain across the region, whether they have stock or not, were encouraged to attend,” Ms Rose said.

“Wetlands and wetland grazing can have an effect on acid sulfate soil scalds, fish kills and other river health issues.”

Course participant, Barry Shearman, said in trying to manage paddocks and

grazing, he fi nds it difficult to know “what to do with what you have”.

“It’s good to know the names of the plants I have but I was most interested in the rotating of paddocks,” Mr Shearman explained.

The day covered topics including benefits of wet pastures, feed quantity and quality of water couch and other wetland species, managing the wet pasture to avoid weed invasion, why native wetland species work in pastures, managing acid sulphate soils and reducing the occurrence and impact of ‘black’ water events.

An initiative of the Hunter-Central Rivers Catchment Management Authority (CMA), funding for the program was provided by the Federal Government’s Caring for our Country initiative and the NSW Government’s Catchment Action Program.

For more information on managing wet pastures, contact the CMA on 49301030.

More housing: Council moves ahead with plan

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through the payment of rebates to qualified home buyers,” he said.

“The project is expected to be rolled out over the next two to three years, in tandem with Council’s ongoing revitalisation of the City Centre.

“The project will aim to see 130 dwelling units completed and available to qualified affordable home buyers between now and 2016.”

Mr Evans said the signing of the agreement is a milestone for Council and for Central Maitland, as it will “set the wheels in motion for the physical works of the project to commence.”

Work has already begun on the preparation of guidelines for housing development in the City Centre, and precinct planning for the Athel D’Ombrain Drive corridor is also getting underway.

The project is one of a number of significant infrastructure projects that Maitland City Centre plans to deliver in and around the Maitland area over the next four years, as Council moves ahead with the revitalisation of the City Centre, a spokesperson said.

For more information, visit www. maitland.nsw.gov.au.

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aitland City Council is poised to sign off on the funding agreement detailing the terms of its $11.3 million grant from the Federal Government’s Building Better Regional Cities (BBRC) program, secured in July this year.

A cross-departmental effort was made to apply for BBRC funding, to upgrade Athel D’Ombrain Drive to stimulate housing development in Central Maitland.

The upgrade will provide an alternative inner city route to High Street and fi rmly establish the city centre’s public transport hub, including an upgrade of parking at Maitland Station and a new roundabout.

Maitland Council General Manager, David Evans, said signing the funding agreement is the next step in Council’s plan to achieve the main goals of the project.

“Signing the agreement will confi rm funding for the project and the mechanisms that will be used to establish a new housing market in Central Maitland by delivering affordable housing to new residents

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YOUR COUNCIL NEWS PUBLIC NOTICE TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE ‘BITTER & TWISTED 2012’ EVENT – MAITLAND GAOL The ‘Bitter and Twisted’ beer tasting festival is to be held at Maitland Gaol on 3 and 4 November 2012. Maitland City Council has approved the following temporary road closure in East Maitland for this event.

John Street, East Maitland from roundabout on Morpeth Road to Maitland Gaol entry gates.

6am to 8pm daily Saturday, 3 November and Sunday, 4 November 2012.

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

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

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Associate Professor Billie Bonevski from the University of Newcastle will lead the new program

Up in smoke: Researchers lead anti-smoking program

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n an Australian fi rst, researchers from the University of Newcastle will implement a program in drug and alcohol treatment centres across three States to address patients’ smoking addictions.

Associate Professor, Billie Bonevski, will lead the research in association with the Cancer Council NSW, supported by two grants totalling $1.54 million from the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC). “Currently, patients of treatment centres continue smoking while receiving treatment for drug and alcohol problems,�

Associate Professor Bonevski said. “However, international research shows they are more likely to die of tobaccorelated disease than drug and alcoholrelated illness. We want to change the care provision in drug and alcohol centres so that smoking is also addressed in patients’ treatment plans. “Our four-year project will allow us to

Hear, hear: New online hearing test for seniors ELLY GLENDENNING

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work with 30 drug and alcohol treatment centres in NSW, QLD and VIC to design, implement and evaluate the program.�

The University of Newcastle has attracted $12.4 million in research funding from the NHMRC, announced last week by the Minister for Health, Tanya Plibersek.

Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research), Professor Mike Calford said the funding recognised the University’s long-standing reputation for leadership in health and medical research. “I am particularly pleased to see projects funded in the areas of population health and reproductive science, where the University of Newcastle is globally recognised for research excellence,� he said. “These projects will deliver muchneeded outcomes for Australia to address mental health, wellbeing, addictions, chronic disease, asthma and the complex field of reproductive science.�

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unter residents can now test their hearing in the comfort of their home, thanks to the new HearingLife online hearing test.

About one third of citizens over 60 suffer from undiagnosed hearing loss. Audiometrist, Kate Cooper, from Newcastle’s HearingLife Clinic, said that for many people, this affects their home life, family, friends and social life and makes them “stay at home�, she said.

HearingLife Chief Audiologist, Jan Pollard, believes the new website is a great resource for seniors. “It’s an easy and accessible fi rst step towards maintaining hearing health and personal wellbeing,�

Ms Pollard said.

The test will indicate an individual’s hearing ability using a range of tones and a multiple choice self assessment. If a problem is detected in the online test,

residents are instructed to visit the HearingLife Newcastle Clinic for a further free hearing test.

Ms Cooper encourages use of the online test as it saves time and anyone can use it to help people recognise and understand hearing loss. “It provides results and insight if they should proceed to another test‌we can help to stabilise hearing and provide them with a lifestyle they can enjoy,â€? she said.

HearingLife also offers free home trials of hearing aids so they can be tested in the right social environment for each individual.

For more information on HearingLife and their free tests and trials visit www. hearinglife.com.au.

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Maitland Council approves indoor heated pool for the Aquatic Centre AMELIA PARROTT

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aitland residents are one step closer to year round swimming with Maitland City Council approving a development application for the construction of an indoor heated pool at the Maitland Aquatic Centre.

The development approval includes the construction of a 25x25-metre heated swimming pool to be enclosed in a 36x38 -metre aquatic hall which will be open to the public throughout the year.

Councillor Henry Meskauskas said Maitland desperately needed an indoor pool.

“With Maitland growing so fast [an indoor pool] should be a necessity,” he said.

“I’ve lost count of the people asking me, ‘When are we going to get our indoor pool?’”

Visitation numbers at the Aquatic Centre have been falling in recent years, with 75,000 people currently visiting the Centre each year.

Council projects that the construction of the indoor pool will lead to a 100 per cent increase in patronage over the next ten years, with 50,000 people expected to use the new facility in the winter months alone.

Although the motion passed unanimously, Councillor Bob Geohegan

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highlighted the need for Council to consider future depreciation of the facilities.

“Pools are very expensive,” he said.

“Like most businesses, the cost is mostly overheads.”

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“It doesn’t matter if there’s one person in the pool or 100, the costs are the same.”

Maitland City Council General Manager, David Evans, said the council is not yet at the point to proceed with construction as funding had not yet

been secured.

The development will be the fi rst in the council’s Aquatic Development Strategy implemented in Maitland, with the aim of modernising the local swimming facilities.

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odie Dunn is a rare woman.

She doesn’t mind if you call her U.G.L.Y – Understanding, Generous, Likeable, You, that is.

Th is month Miss Dunn entered the U.G.L.Y Bartender of the Year event and with the help of fellow staff and customers at the Rutherford Hotel, is raising money for the Leukaemia Foundation.

According to the Leukaemia Foundation, 31 Australians are diagnosed with leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma each day, making blood cancer the second largest cause of cancer death.

U.G.L.Y Bartender of the Year aims to raise money to allow Australians living with blood cancer in regional areas to access accommodation close to hospitals and treatment. $80 can provide a regional family with a home away from home, close to major hospitals.

The team at the Rutherford Hotel (Ms Dunn, Sam Russell, Andrew Davies and Alana Donnan) have already raised over $4,000 for the cause, making them the state’s second highest earners.

However, this could soon change, with regular customers having caught wind of the team’s recent fall from fi rst to second place in the state rankings.

Miss Dunn said they are now more

Rutherford Hotel bartender, Jodie Dunn, who is taking part in U.G.L.Y event

determined than ever to donate. “It’s been really overwhelming how well we’ve done,� Miss Dunn said.

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“We’ll have live entertainment for all ages, delicious food and wine and more Christmas lights than ever illuminating the Gardens.”

In its sixth year, the Christmas Lights Spectacular is the largest lights display in the Southern Hemisphere and won the prestigious Hunter Region Tourism Award for Best Major Festival or Event in 2009, 2010 and 2011, earning it a place in the Hall of Fame for this category.

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n what is a massive coup for the region, the irrepressible Elvis Costello will be heading our way in January next year – and he’s bringing a massive crop of homegrown talent with him, to boot.

The acclaimed singer-songwriter, backed by his legendary band The Imposters – Steve Nieve, Pete Thomas and Davey Faragher – will take audiences through the massive Costello musical canon refresher course at Bimbadgen Winery, with a slew of classics. In case you needed reminding, this is the guy who penned such gems as ‘Oliver’s Army’, ‘Watching the Detectives’, ‘Alison’, and ‘(What’s So Funny ‘Bout) Peace, Love And Understanding’.

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Gurus Dig It Up Invitational earlier this year and by all reports were in fine form. Expects to hear such classics as ‘Alone With You’ and ‘Happy Man’ in what promises to be one heck of a memorable set.

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If that wasn’t enough, front man for the evocative Cruel Sea, Tex Perkins, will be strutting his dark, lilting country stuff with his latest outfit, The Dark Horses, while former Sports frontman and all-round songwriting genius will round out what promises to be one of the most formidable line-ups the Hunter has seen for quite some time.

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Your ruling planet Mercury is on a retrograde course until the 27th and the circumstances that are occurring in your home and love life are so muddled at the moment that you may feel temporarily overwhelmed. Though your mood is rather carefree, the same can’t be said for either your partner or your family in general. You will feel totally out of place as though you don’t connect with anyone in your circle and will need to make a real effort to remain positive.

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You need to prepare for some unexpected expenses during the next few weeks and it is going to be imperative that you get a grip on your money situation. You may have been spending too much on those plastic cards and now is the time to get your fi nances into order. Communications with your lover are going to be difficult as you may try to sort out a number of practical or fi nancial problems with him or her.

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There will be a number of issues that you will need to sort out in regards to certain friendships in your life. Be very careful of allowing misunderstandings to mar a perfectly good association. If somebody does something or says something you don’t understand, ask them to explain themselves rather than just reacting to their behaviour. You’re going to be terribly restless and will need to get away from routine.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

You will have the strongest desire to achieve a long-held ambition, but if you are truly realistic in your assessment, you’d know that this is not the right time to attempt it. When it comes to dealing with difficult issues in your career, you must use a measure of tact and diplomacy in order to get what you want out of others. Th is is the ideal time to go back over your old skills and to fi nd a new outlet for them.

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Mercury is retrograde in your sign, making you feel confused and unable to concentrate properly and likely to make errors of all kinds so it is important to double check all paperwork or important tasks at work before submitting them.

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CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Your fi nancial affairs have reached a point where you have to make a decision. Do you carry on in the old rather dreary ways of making and spending your cash or will you look at the realities and make sensible decisions. Take a great deal of care when dealing with important or official paperwork issues, as your concentration may lapse, be certain to read everything twice before signing. You are also likely to be feeling tired and in need of extra rest.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

A lot of old issues are going to be raising their heads in your personal relationships. However, you must be careful not to overreact to what other people say or do, without fi rst thinking about the long-term outcome of your actions. People you haven’t seen for ages will suddenly reappear in your life. You will also fi nd yourself watching old romantic movies that you haven’t indulged in for some time.

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The planets are encouraging you to focus on your work, health and duties. You must take steps to look after your energy, so go on a diet, catch up on lost sleep and put a stop to all those bad habits.

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Have regular habits – we feel best when we have regularity in our lives – go to bed and get up at the same time, eat at the same time etc.

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many different patterns and prints; I have spotted some of the nicest floral shorts in stores at the moment and I can’t wait to get myself a pair.

You can fi nd shorts that are ripped, frayed, burnt and even some that look as though they have been repaired but are still very much in style.

The length of denim shorts varies dramatically this season however it is the high waisted ‘knicker shorts’ that are most popular in stores and on the streets however, this style is quite controversial.

It is not only denim shorts that have so many different styles this season, as many cotton shorts are following the same trends in colour, prints and length.

Shorts are most commonly worn as a casual item but I have also noticed this season, that tailored shorts for women are in high demand.

With a nice top and some heels, tailored shorts make the perfect outfit for a dinner and are also popular business attire this season.

No matter what colour, style or length of your shorts, the most important thing is comfort - if you don’t feel good wearing them, chances are that they won’t look good.

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We know the figure above represents the average distribution of this publication.

No more, no less. It’s the absolute truth. How do we know? Well, we have our publication audited by the CAB. Why? Because we are committed to protecting our advertisers. The CAB audits our newspapers, magazines, websites and exhibitions to make sure advertisers are getting all of what they are paying so much for. There is a lot of money at stake, but a surprisingly large number of advertisers blindly trust the numbers they are given by unaudited media. We just don’t understand why. Why would an advertiser risk paying too much for too little? Ask yourself this, what kind of media outlet wouldn’t want to be audited? As an advertiser, put your mind at rest, insist that you only use media that’s been CAB audited. Like this one.

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hort shorts, long shorts, tight shorts, baggy shorts, floral shorts, denim shorts, high rise and low rise shorts. In other words, shorts are an essential part of spring/summer fashion.

There are so many different styles, colours and lengths of shorts that are in fashion this season, each providing a different look and style for the wearer.

It is normal to see a couple of different styles of shorts circulate throughout the season but, to be honest, I don’t think that I have ever seen as many different styles as I have this season.

When I used to think of denim shorts, the only differences that would come into mind were length and tone.

When choosing what pair of shorts to wear that day, I would have to decide on dark denim or light denim and then choose a length but now, my decisions are a little more difficult.

I can still fi nd the usual blue denim shorts but this season, you can fi nd denim shorts that have been dyed in every colour of the rainbow.

In addition to the colours, this season, denim shorts also feature

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BUSINESS MATTERS

FINANCE MATTERS

John Church

Greg Taylor

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omeone famously once said: “To err is human”. We all make mistakes.

Even with the best of intentions, customer relations can become strained. And sometimes it is due to external factors outside of your immediate control: a courier parcel goes missing or some instructions were missed or misunderstood by one of your team.

So what is the best course of action in your business when something goes wrong?

The fi rst thing to realise is that you never intentionally go out of your way to make a bad decision. Every decision is based on the information available to you and the circumstances at that time. Some decisions turn out to be less profitable than others, but if you have taken the time to think things through, you will make better decisions.

Very early in business, a kind customer told me that the quality of a business relationship did not rely on things never going wrong. Most mature people understand that even

the best businesses can have a bad day. He said however that a lot rested on what happens next. The way a problem is fi xed speaks volumes about your business culture and attitude to customers. And sometimes, a good recovery can actually build loyalty!

The best way to handle a disgruntled customer is with courtesy, grace and professionalism. Admit your mistake and be honest about the circumstances.

Most people can smell a cover up.

Remain positive about seeking to make the customer happy.

Remain committed to being of service even when it appears that you will face a loss over the deal.

Apologise and seek to make some form of recompense. Then make sure you adjust your systems to prevent a repeat of the mistake that led to an unhappy customer.

A problem resolved in this way can actually improve your business in the long run and develop trust with your clients. It also sends a powerful message to your team about the way you do business.

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his week’s column combines the themes of Government assistance, tax and technology that have run through my last few columns.

I have come across a couple of pieces of technology that may help you to better manage your fi nances and your business.

The fi rst item is the Australian Government’s new iPad and tablet apps, MyBizPlan and MarketMyBiz. I had a call from a helpful fellow at the Department of Industry (he had read my previous column on Government assistance) who pointed out the free, new tools.

They provide interactive templates to help businesses to develop business plans and marketing plans. He said the existing app, MyBizShield, has also been updated to improve usability and enable cloud storage.

Video is something that many businesses are using to improve communication and sales. The Tax Office has produced four short videos to help demystify the Goods and

Services Tax (GST) and provide tips on completing a Business Activity Statement (BAS).

Businesses with turnover of more than $75,000 per annum ($150,000 for non-profit organisations) and all taxi drivers must register for GST, issue tax invoices for their taxable sales and include 10% GST where applicable.

There were a couple of key tips in the videos. Only claim GST credits from suppliers who are registered for GST. You must have a valid tax invoice to claim GST credits for all purchases over $82.50. Do not claim GST on private expenses such as food or entertainment. You must keep your tax invoices and other GST records for five years. If you lodge your BAS electronically you may qualify for an extra two weeks to lodge and pay.

If you’re having trouble paying your tax debt on time, you must lodge your BAS on time, even if you can’t pay and call the ATO to make arrangements.

You can view the ATO videos at www.ato.gov.au and the iPad apps at www.business.gov.au.

Greg Taylor is deputy CEO and chief financial officer for the Hunter-based Greater Building Society

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61 Lake Street

Bed: 3 | Bath: 1 | Car: 4

The house has three bedrooms and there is reverse-cycle air conditioning in the master bedroom.

The house also has a dining and kitchen area with breakfast bar and a separate

For Sale: $449,000

lounge room and separate sunroom that overlooks Stony Creek.

The property has an in-ground solar heated pool, a lock-up garage, garden shed, adjoining workshop and carport.

For more information, phone Douglass Port Stephens Real Estate on 4984 1622 or listing agent Kevin Mason on 0419 645 862.

Inspect: By appointment.

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Absolute waterfront

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4984 1622

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Anna Bay

$445,000

Anna Bay

$365,000

Soldiers Point

$649,000

$995,000

“DECEIVINGLY SPACIOUS HOME”

Over 650m2 of land! This 4 bedroom home comprises of double carport, double garage, room for a boat or caravan, separate lounge and dining. Entertainment area overlooking the salt water pool. Walk to beaches!

Free standing low maintenance level home - ideal for investors, 1st home buyers or retirees - 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 separate living areas - walk to ocean & Birubi surf beach - fishing, swimming surfing & 4W driving - Agent declares interest.

Tranquility, serenity, location plus the advantage of an income. This magnificent home is located in the quietest street on the peninsula. Across from Cromarty Bay and nature reserve. Run as a profitable B & B at the moment with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and beautiful landscaped yards.

CONTACT ANDREW DOUGLASS M: 0418 974 262

CONTACT KEVIN MASON M: 0419 645 862

CONTACT ANDREW DOUGLASS M: 0418 974 262

CONTACT ANDREW DOUGLASS M: 0418 974 262

Corlette

Nelson Bay

Nelson Bay

Nelson Bay

$459,000

“LIVE THE LIFE YOU LOVE”

Capture the nor easterly breeze through the combined open plan dining room, living room and kitchen which makes up the largest part of the upstairs plan. Master bedroom has walk-in robe and ensuite. Glass doors open to a timber deck.

$445,000

“OWNERS WANT THIS HOME SOLD NOW”

“A RECIPE FOR RELAXATION” This 4 bedroom, strata title waterfront duplex occupies a stunning waterfront position - views from inside and outside. The kitchen features strong lines and high quality surfaces. This property must be seen.

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$510,000

“BIG & BEAUTIFUL”

You won’t need the car at this unit. Right in the heart of Nelson Bay is this 2 bedroom unit across from the Marina. Water views, security front gate and walking distance to everything. Currently a holiday rental property.

3 good sized bedrooms, main with en-suite and walk-in wardrobe. Office/study, renovated bathroom with bidet, raked ceilings, new Tassie oak kitchen, screened entertainment area, double garage on 920m2 block.

CONTACT ANDREW DOUGLASS M: 0418 974 262

CONTACT ANDREW DOUGLASS M: 0418 974 262

CONTACT ANDREW DOUGLASS M: 0418 974 262

Nelson Bay MAKE US AN OFFER

Nelson Bay

“DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL”

“MUST BE SOLD”

First time offered for sale. Immaculately presented four bedroom home situated in the sought after Little Beach area. Walkway at your door to Shoal Bay Beach. Priced to sell!! Don’t miss out!! Call now for an inspection.

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$330,000

“ACROSS FROM NELSON BAY MARINA”

“BEST OF BOTH WORLDS”

Soldiers Point

“WALKING DISTANCE TO WATER”

Salamander Bay

$290,000

“FULLY FURNISHED APARTMENT OVERLOOKING GOLF COURSE” 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, this sub-penthouse airconditioned apartment with dual aspect and spacious floor plan will be sure to impress the most discerning of buyers.

Current long term tenant returning more than $18,000 p.a.

CONTACT KEVIN MASON M: 0419 645 862

Tanilba Bay

$519,000

“BIG AND BEAUTIFUL” Five bedrooms, three bathrooms, study, sewing, rumpus, games room, timber kitchen, separate dining and lounge, fire place, water views, garage, wine cellar, work room and storage, covered pergola.

CONTACT ANDREW DOUGLASS M: 0418 974 262

This is your chance to develop this 833m2 block with the last remaining home amongst established unit blocks - zoning 3(a) Business General (or you can renovate the current property and keep it in the family for many years to come). The potential is huge (unit development with commercial shops under) subject to council approval.

CONTACT ANDREW DOUGLASS M: 0418 974 262

$330,000

Resort style accommodation. 2 bedroom apartment comprising of 2 king sized bedrooms, main with ensuite and 2nd with balcony access. Renovated kitchen and bathroom with modern appliances. Pool, spa, gym, secure parking and boardroom.

CONTACT ANDREW DOUGLASS M: 0418 974 262

$550,000 + GST

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“LOCATED IN NELSON BAY CBD” Upstairs is a two bedroom open plan living unit, undercover verandah and rear deck, 2 car spots (26m2) with the unit coming in at around 227m2 with a current tenant in place.

Downstairs is a large open space, kitchen, male and female toilets, side and rear roller door access, store room and 4 open car parking spots. Selling as one property together with lease so don’t delay call now to view.

CONTACT ANDREW DOUGLASS M: 0418 974 262 admin@douglassportstephensrealestate.com.au

6 Yacaaba Street, Nelson Bay NSW 2315

andrew@douglassportstephensrealestate.com.au

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BOLWARRA MAGNIFICENT KENSINGTON RD. RESIDENCE THE OAK Built in the early 1900s, designed by the highly regarded John Wilshire Pender. Set on a 2791sqm level.

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Are you looking for a home with a difference? This stunning home is under 2 yrs old & full of quality inclusions.

A tiled foyer and hallway greets you at the door. All 4 bedrooms are extra spacious, with double sized built in robes, themain has a large walk in robe & en-suite. A flowing floor plan leads you to wonderful living areas, one being a theatre room. The formal lounge opens out to a 14 sqm wooden deck which provides stunning elevated rural views to the sugar loaf mountain ranges. Step down to an outstanding kitchen - the 3m long bench is fitted with a large duel stainless steel sink which features a H/C mixer tap and a stand alone fresh water filtered tap. Quality appliances incl. Omega S/S gas stove, range hood, an Omega electric oven & micro wave oven, also fitted are modern decor cupboards with large pantry.

The dining room opens to an alfresco area. Enjoy all year comfort with ducted A/C & security alarm system.

A lovely level yard gives you wide side access from the front with lots of room to park a boat, caravan etc.

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to take advantage of the governments first home owner grant of $15,000, and why not with these beautiful brand new 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, single garage brick homes. With a simple but stunning facade you will be impressed from the moment you walk in. Then once inside, you will be delighted to see 3 good size bedrooms all with built ins and the main with a lovely ensuite. As you make your way down the home you will reach your beautiful new kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances and an easy to use natural gas cooktop. Enjoy separate dining and living areas or choose to venture outside to your undercover patio and good size yard. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let this be the one that got away!

PRICE $459,000 VIEW By appointment CONTACT Cathy Cattell 0414697424

4 BED

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PRICE $359,000 EACH VIEW By appointment CONTACT Luke Anderson/Jessica Dixon 0408 976 509

2 CAR

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2 BATH

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CESSNOCK 2 HOMES ON 45 ACRES

PRICE $739,000 VIEW By appointment CONTACT Cathy Cattell 0414 697 424

5 BED

3 BATH 10 CAR POOL

110 acres of pristine countryside with sweeping valley views and including 5 acres of Hunter Riverfront, located just 2 hours from Sydney, 40 minutes from Newcastle and 15 minutes from Maitland and the vineyards.

Improvements include 5 fully furnished holiday cabins plus day spa/recreation cabin and office/administration cabin. All cabins are air conditioned, with wood fires, hot tub Jacuzzis and hot tubs, fully equipped kitchens and bathrooms, TV, DVD, CD and radios, decks with views and rustic bush BBQs. Further facilities include a tennis Court, machinery shed and several dams, good access roads and the property is being sold on a WIWO basis. The size of the property allows growth potential for further cabins (subject to Council Approval) with some stunning home or cabin sites yet to be developed. The business Hunter River Retreat (included in the sale) www.hunterriverretreat.com.au - has been established for over 10 years showing constant growth and popularity.

PRICE $1,475,000 VIEW By appointment CONTACT Rhonda Nyquist 0419 341 999

4934 2000

107 Newcastle Rd, East Maitland www.prdhuntervalley.com.au

5 BED

2 BATH

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Surrounded by bushland on all sides this great property offers total privacy. Hidden behind a wild life reserve, unseen from the road, it is hard to believe you are only minutes from Cessnock and all conveniences. The whole 45 acres is cleared usable land. currently used for horses, it is well fenced into yards and paddocks, with fantastic water supply incl. 8 dams and under ground irrigation . There is a huge shed/ workshop ideal for any form of use, plus numerous smaller sheds.

Offering the perfect setting for anyone wanting to run a business from home, without having to worry about disturbing neighbours Accommodation is plentiful with a weatherboard 3 bedroom home, PLUS a second 2 bedroom flat - giving you the option of renting it out or perfect for the extended family. Enjoy entertaining with a large covered patio beside an in ground pool, with views over the property.

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Maitland Indoor Sports Centre, Rutherford. 4966 2238 or 4933 1885.

Family History: Maitland & District Society open Wed & Saturday 9.30am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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.

Girlsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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 Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cancer Support Group: Third Monday, St Christopherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Anglican Church Hall, Rutherford.

4930 1792.

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

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 Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Mensâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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.

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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 Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church Hall. 0427 330 771.

East Maitland Pine Tree GAPS Support group: (Grandparents as Parents Support) Tue during school terms 10am-12pm. St Petersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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 9.30am-11.30am 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 Augustineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

If you know of something going on in Maitland or surrounding areas, please contact us at least two weeks before the date of publication. This is a free community calendar and is for not-for-profit and community organisations. Strict guidelines apply to inclusion in this section. Write to us at The Post PO Box 2321, Dangar, NSW 2309 or email stephen@newcastlepost.com.au.

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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 Readersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 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 Brigidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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.

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he Newcastle Jets have started to stake a claim as a force to be reckoned with in this year’s ALeague competition after a thrilling 2-1 win over Melbourne Victory at Hunter Stadium on Friday night.

Star import, Emile Heskey, proved he was worth his salt, knocking back a double that ensured the Jets picked up their third win on the trot and move to the top of the table.

Unlike previous rounds, which saw the Jets come out fi ring, it was the Victory who had an early chance to go ahead inside the fi rst two minutes thanks to a well-placed shot from Marco Rojas that was thwarted by a fi ngertip save from Mark Birighitti.

The fi rst real chance from the Jets came in the 25th minute when Ben Kantarovski was brought down just outside the box. With the vocal “Zads Lads” supporters behind him, Ruben Zadkovich stepped up to take the free kick but sent it wide of the post.

A stylish run from Adam Traore began a late fi rst half onslaught from the Victory in which Birighitti again made a crucial save with his foot to deny Socceroo, Archie Thompson.

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the half-time break after youngster Craig Goodwin layed the ball off to Heskey whose shot sailed over the crossbar.

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just minutes later after a Jobe Wheelhouse corner was not cleared adequately and Heskey pulled off a bicycle kick to make it 2-0.

Melbourne clawed one back in the 71st minute after a botched clearance from Tiago Calvano sent the ball back into the Jets penalty box, falling perfectly for a well-placed header from Archie Thompson.

The Jets will hope to maintain their sterling start to the season when they take on Perth at nib Stadium on Saturday.