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SPORTING CHANCE Young people with disabilities aged between 5 and 18 are encouraged to get involved in a special gala sports day being held at Federation Centre, Maitland, following on from similar events held in Newcastle and Port Stephens last year.

Sport and Recreation Development Officer, Hamish Neal, said the day is all about getting young people with disabilities to try a new activity.

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Newcastle Knights Jeremy Smith, Kurt Gidley, Chris Houston, Willie Mason and Darius Boyd and (inset) Knights coach, Wayne Bennett, at the season launch on Friday

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he Newcastle Knights have officially launched their 2013 campaign in front of 200 people in Newcastle on Friday.

Knights CEO, Matt Gidley, thanked the group of corporate sponsors and media representatives for braving “horrendous weather” and said he was “genuinely excited about the season ahead”.

“With a balance in our team of youth and experience, athletes and footballers, Polynesian power and Aboriginal flare, we’re

more confident than ever that consistent performances will be much more regular this season,” Gidley said.

The CEO also welcomed newcomers Beau Scott, Jeremy Smith, David Fa’alogo, BJ Leilua, and former Knight, Anthony Quinn, into the 2013 side.

Knights Captain, Kurt Gidley, as well as Chris Houston, Darius Boyd, Jeremy Smith and Willie Mason, were announced as the 2013 leadership team and Gidley said he was keen to get back on the field after an “extra long preseason” due to a shoulder injury.

Coach, Wayne Bennett, told the crowd that while he was “confident about what we’ve

done this off-season and what lies in front of us” it will be important for the side to start the season on the right foot.

“We need to get away well,” Bennett said.

“You don’t always have to win, but you certainly have got to play well.

“Everyone’s gotta know that all the things you practiced and believed in are in process and it mightn’t all come together on the one night, but it’s the statement that we make and I think we made excellent statements about the team we’re going to be this year [in the trials].”

The Knights will play the Wests Tigers in Round 1 at Hunter Stadium on Monday, March 11. Kick off is at 7pm.

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Something about the Rooty Hill exercise rankles... louise.bourke@newcastlepost.com.au The Post Group of Newspapers 854 Hunter Street Newcastle West NSW 2302 (PO Box 2321 Dangar NSW 2309) Phone: (02) 49 610 310

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hat to make of the PM’s visit to Western Sydney this week?

I’ve been mulling over this question for a while, trying to understand the level of criticism and derision it has generated.

While it’s never a bad idea for a politician, or a prime minister, to visit the constituents they represent or govern on behalf of, there’s something about the Rooty Hill exercise that rankles with people.

Is it the fact that the PM told us when she named the election date that “now is the time for governing”, and yet staying a week in the region which will make or break her party’s fortunes on September 14 smacks of campaigning?

Or that Ms Gillard won’t commute from Kirribilli House to the west, an exercise that will go further to illustrate the frustrations of people in Western Sydney than perhaps anything else?

Or is it just that people think it’s too little, too late from this Government?

It got me thinking, if Ms Gillard, or Mr Abbott for that matter, were to spend a week in the Hunter, what would you suggest they do to understand the realities of life here?

Visit local schools, spend time in Cessnock talking to youth, commuting to Newcastle or beyond via the train, or spending a day in the mines?

We’d like to hear your suggestions, so email us via editorial@newcastlepost.com.au

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azz is a very affectionate young girl. While only 18 months old, Jazz has already had 3 litters of kittens in that time.

It’s now time for this young mum to end her motherly duties after her current litter is all ready to leave her, and she’s looking for a new home.

Jazz has the most beautiful big green eyes and extra long whiskers.

She has a very loving nature.

She would be best suited to a house on her own as she doesn’t favour other cats. She likes to be inside as well as outside too.

Jazz will be ready for her new home from March 20.

Cat Rescue Newcastle is a not-for-profit, volunteer organisation.

Jazz’s adoption fee of only $100 covers his de-sexing, vaccinations, flea and worm treatments, micro-chipping and lifetime

registration.

Jazz is currently awaiting his forever home in Chain Valley Bay. Could you be her new forever family?

For more information or to meet Jazz, phone her foster carer Jo on 0421 694 295 or email jndwerder.3@bigpond.com.

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

For more information about Cat Rescue Newcastle or to see more cats available for adoption, visit www.CatRescueNewcastle.com.au or search for them on Facebook.

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Andy Allen is heading home to Maitland to share his culinary secrets AMELIA PARROTT

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e was the 24-year-old electrician from East Maitland who took the competition by surprise to take home the coveted title of MasterChef in season four of the hit reality television series.

Now Andy Allen is returning home to share his story and culinary skills with local audiences for the fi rst time.

Mr Allen will be in town this weekend for the Maitland Taste Festival and as guest speaker for this month’s installment of the Maitland City Library’s Look Who’s Talking series, which will give audiences the opportunity to learn about life after reality TV. Speaking to the Post ahead of his appearances, Mr Allen said he never imagined how much his life would change after winning MasterChef.

“Eighteen months ago I was an electrician at my cousin’s business... now I’m doing stupid things like going to Myer fashion launches,” he joked.

Mr Allen said his proudest moment by far had been publishing his cookbook, ‘The Next Element’.

“Never ever, ever did I think that would happen and never did I think it would turn out so well,” he said.

“I’m so proud of what I’ve done

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Maitland’s own MasterChef, Andy Allen, is in town this weekend

just because being so inexperienced compare to the other winners...I found I was a bit behind the eight ball being a

24-year-old electrician so to put out the book that I have, I’m totally wrapped.”

Mr Allen said he hoped to get more

experience in professional kitchens in the future and someday open his own restaurant or cafe.

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he NSW Government will support the establishment of a new International Centre for Resource Health in the Hunter, which will deliver up to 250 direct jobs for the region, the Deputy Premier and Minister for Trade and Investment and Minister Regional Infrastructure & Services, Andrew Stoner, announced on Friday.

Joined by Hunter MPs in Newcastle, Mr Stoner said the investment would create an international hub for

Australian healthcare company Aspen Medical’s resources sector activity and support research on health requirements for the resources sector.

“The new International Centre for Resource Health will provide a great economic boost for the Hunter and the NSW Government is throwing its support behind the project,” Mr Stoner said.

“Aspen Medical is a globally recognised Australian healthcare company and an industry leader in the provision of healthcare solutions to the Australian Defence Force, the Australian resources sector, indigenous health and government programs.

“Aspen’s decision to establish an International Centre for Resource Health in NSW is a vote of confidence in our State and in the Hunter region, and will benefit all areas of the resources sector including oil, gas, mining, and construction.

“The Centre is set to become a beacon of global best practice, attracting some of the world’s best resources sector companies, researchers and advisers to the Hunter,” Mr Stoner said.

The new centre will include a headquarters office, a training centre for 20 students and a research centre, and will reportedly lead to the creation of hundreds of jobs for people in the Hunter region.

LAURA JAYES Sky News Political Reporter editorial@newcastlepost.com.au

Political circus comes to a town near you

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ake a trip with me, and the Prime Minister, to Western Sydney.

With Ms Gillard currently in residence at the Rooty Hill Novotel, the days of governing and the days of campaigning have truly been blurred.

Brace yourself Western Sydney, this is going to happen a lot over the next few months.

It’s the price you pay for living in the most important electoral battleground in Australia.

At every turn there’ll be a politician, desperate for your vote.

The Prime Minister will be hitting the hustings in seven different seats in five days – and taking up residence at Rooty Hill’s fi nest.

The novelty sleepover, as it’s been framed, is all a little condescending for my liking.

Why can’t the PM commute like everyone in Western Sydney who has to work in the city?

There are a number of understandable reasons why she is doing it. Ten reasons to be precise.

Ten Labor seats all with a margin of less than ten per cent are located in

Sydney’s West.

Leaked union polling says the swing could be as high as 13 per cent.

Not only could Labor lose the election in the west, but some of its best talent could be banished to the confi nes of history.

If Western Sydney is the Kingmaker (or Queenmaker) this election, then Julia Gillard desperately wants to save the crown jewels.

So what’s her battle plan?

Her main focus will be jobs. But expect to hear a lot about education, transport and gun crime too.

Although these are primarily State issues, they allow the Prime Minister pick fights on issues that Tony Abbott doesn’t want to fight on.

He wants to stick to his main attack strategy, targeting the government over the carbon tax, asylum seekers and cost of living pressures.

The Opposition Leader started his own mini-campaign elsewhere in Sydney a few weeks ago.

And don’t be surprised if Ms Gillard or Mr Abbott pop up somewhere closer to home at some point over the next 7 months.

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he efforts of East Maitland mother Samantha Meyn to improve to lives of families affected by cancer will be formally acknowledged in Sydney on Thursday as she is recognised as Maitland’s Local Woman of the Year at the Woman of the Year Awards hosted by NSW Premier Barry O’Farrell.

Mrs Meyn was nominated by Maitland MP, Robyn Parker, for her work as treasurer and secretary with the Harry Meyn Foundation, established

by Mrs Meyn and her husband David with the aim of providing accommodation for children with cancer and their families.

Six years ago, the Meyn’s lost their eldest son Harry to a brain tumour but in losing their son, the idea for Harry’s House was born.

“A year after Harry’s passing we decided that we just really wanted to give back to those children and families that we’d met for all that they had been through,” Mrs Meyn said.

“Then Harry’s House

was born and it was just established to create a little sanctuary for the children and their families...where they can come and escape their worries for a little while.”

Harry’s House opened last year in Stockton and there has been a steady stream of families staying at the house ever since.

Mrs Meyn said she was proud of what the house had become in its fi rst year but never expected to be nominated for any awards.

“We just do this because we love it and it means a lot to us.”

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Maitland’s Local Woman of the Year, Samantha Meyn, at Harry’s House

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

Are you thinking of having a party?

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ne of my roles as the local Crime Prevention Officer is to assess notifications of parties that come to police. These party notifications are either handed in at the front desk or more commonly, come via the mynite. com.au website. Once received, the information about the party will be considered as to its likelihood to get out of hand and often the party giver will be contacted.

The mynite.com.au website was set up to provide a planning tool for would-be party givers. The site gives useful tips and a checklist about the steps involved in throwing a party such as planning, the venue, invitations, food and drinks, security, transport, neighbours and emergencies.

There is not space to go into details, but when planning a party, who has thought of having a secure place for the valuables of guests, or the likelihood of gatecrashers at parties that get onto social media, or the use of food to help regulate alcohol intake and the laws around alcohol consumption, especially by young persons?

All these subjects and many more tips are provided on the website.

It is also possible to attend Maitland or Cessnock police stations and get printed information.

I attended a poorly-organised party in our local area about two years ago when an 18th birthday got out of control. Young persons under and over 18 attended, most were drinking alcohol without proper adult supervision.

Gate crashers arrived and there was no-one to prevent their entry or curb any bad behaviour. The mother of the person turning 18 called off the party and started removing guests. Unfortunately, there was no transport so 100 young persons, some intoxicated, were put out on the streets late in the evening.

Noise, damage to property and some violence ensued. In addition, the sexual assault of a young party goer also happened away from the party.

With planning, this situation could have been very different.

Having parties can be an enjoyable and safe activity, but it needs forethought and planning.

The mynite.com.au website certainly can provide you with a clear and concise checklist of how to host a party.

For all police matters police.nsw.gov.au

Local artist Natalie Parker’s work will feature at the Festival of Two Palettes

Palatable works: Produce and art on show in Morpeth MELISSAH COMBER

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ocal produce and local art will be on the menu for Morpeth Gallery’s Festival of Two Palettes, to be held on March 9 and 10.

The annual festival will offer tastings of local products to visitors while they admire work from 12 of Australia’s best traditional artists.

Fresh produce will be provided by local farmers Chris Pillidge and John Wright, and Morpeth Ginger Beer Factory and Morpeth Gourmet Foods will be offering tastings on range of products including cordials, olives, oils and dukkahs.

The Morpeth Gourmet Foods display

will include a tasting of the very fi rst Australian-produced vanilla essence.

Along with the culinary feast, the festival will feature live skill demonstrations from landscape and wildlife artists Ramon Ward Thompson, John Vander, Ann Morton and John Cornwell.

Their works will be joined by those of local artists Natalie Parker, James Hough, John Bradley and Bill Freeman OAM, as well renowned interstate artists Stephen Jessic and John McCartin.There will also be art available to purchase.

The Festival of Two Palettes will be held at Morpeth Gallery, 5 Green Street, Morpeth.

For further information, contact Trevor Richards on 4933 1407.

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is being undertaken in schools.”

The gala sports day is part of the ‘Disability Sport-a-Month’ program run by the Hunter office of Sport and Recreation.

Implemented in 2012, it aims to link local students with a disability to local sporting clubs.

Bookings can be made by calling 4926 1633. Enrolment details are also available via www.dsr.nsw.gov.au.

oung people with disabilities aged between 5 and 18 are encouraged to get involved in a special gala sports day being held at Federation Centre, Maitland on Thursday, March 7.

The morning event will focus on basketball and bocce and follows on from similar events held in Newcastle and Port Stephens last year.

Sport and Recreation Development Officer, Hamish Neal, said the day was all about getting young people with disabilities to try a new activity, socialise with their peers and potentially spark a “lifelong passion” for a particular sport.

“Gala days are great for linking children and young people to local sporting clubs and giving them access to new activities in a safe, friendly and non-threatening environment,” he said.

“Those youngsters who are engaged in sport and recreation activities are healthier and do better academically.

“Therefore having a vibrant schedule of events across the Hunter can hopefully contribute to the great work around physical activity which Basketball is on the agenda during a gala sports day for young

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Gala event: Youth with disabilities tackle sports

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YOUR COUNCIL NEWS PUBLIC NOTICE

Maitland City Council – FREE FOOD HYGIENE SEMINAR

NAMING OF PUBLIC ROADS NOTICE is hereby given that Maitland City Council, in pursuance of section 162 of the Roads Act 1993 and Part 2 of the Roads Regulation 2008, proposes to name the following new roads: Location: Off Pennparc Drive, Windella Proposed Name: Orlando Close

‘A food business must ensure that persons undertaking or supervising food handling operations have:

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The developer has proposed the above road name in the interests of maintaining historical links to the land use. Named after a long-term pet of the original land owners.

To assist food businesses, food handlers and volunteers IN THE FOOD INDUSTRY COMPLY WITH THIS REQUIREMENT Maitland CITY #OUNCIL IS HOSTING A FREE &OOD (YGIENE Education 3EMINAR

Location: Off Portabello Crescent, Thornton

This seminar is being held at: 4HE 2UTHERFORD #OMMUNITY Centre, AMn AM ON 4UESDAY -ARCH

Proposed Name: Peel Close DA Number: 07-3189 The developer has proposed the above road name in the interests of maintaining a consistency with the ‘Notting Hill’ theme. The estate is named Notting Hill and the proposed road name corresponds with those of the established Notting Hill Township within the United Kingdom.

2360 WITH NAMES OF ATTENDEES TO elizabethja@maitland.nsw.gov.au OR PHONE 3EATING IS LIMITED AND ALLOCATIONS WILL BE MADE ON A @l RST IN l RST SERVED BASIS NOTE: 4HIS COURSE IS NOT AN ACCREDITED &OOD 3AFETY 3UPERVISOR COURSE )T IS AN INTRODUCTORY COURSE SUITABLE FOR ANY PERSONS WORKING IN THE FOOD INDUSTRY INCLUDING VOLUNTEERS

A period of 28 days from 6 March 2013 is allowed during which persons may lodge with Council written submissions regarding these proposals.

Any submissions made should be addressed to the General Manager and detail fully any objection to same.

Did you know‌ E-Waste Disposal Dispose of electronic waste for free anytime at Mt Vincent Waste Disposal at 109 Mt Vincent Road, East Maitland.

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

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

Weekends only.

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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.

Energy Meters Ever wondered how much energy your electrical appliances use? If so, Council currently has available for loan energy meters which monitor your electrical appliances’ energy use.

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Tasty treats to tempt your tastebuds

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ell, the wet weather has now cleared (fi ngers crossed!) and here in Maitland we are looking forward to one of the City Centre’s major events, The Maitland Taste Food Wine and Music Festival.

Maitland Taste is on this weekend and is set to bring vibrancy and life to the heart of our city. It brings together fabulous food from esteemed local chefs and this year we are honoured to welcome a very famous face – Maitland’s own MasterChef, Andy Allen! Mr Allen will be conducting cooking demonstrations and meeting fans on both days of the festival.

There will also be a smorgasbord of international style food, with vendors from across the State arriving in Maitland to offer treats to suit all tastebuds.

While the delicious food is my favourite part of the festival, it is also a wine lovers’ paradise.

Meningococcal case confirmed

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teenage boy is in a serious condition in a Hunter area hospital with the second confi rmed case of meningococcal disease in the region this year.

Close contacts of the teenager have been prescribed antibiotics and there are no links between this case and any previous cases.

Public Health Physician, Dr David Durrheim, said seeking medical attention quickly may prevent the development of serious complications.

“Meningococcal disease may be very severe and the community needs to be on the alert for its symptoms,” he said.

“If anyone suspects meningococcal disease, they should seek medical attention immediately.”

The fi rst symptoms of the disease may include pain in the legs, cold hands and feet and abnormal skin colour.

Later symptoms can include high fever, headache, neck stiff ness, dislike of bright lights, nausea and vomiting, a rash of reddishpurple spots or bruises and drowsiness.

Babies with the infection can be irritable, not feed properly and have an abnormal cry.

“Meningococcal infection does not spread easily...It is spread by secretions from the nose and throat of a person who is carrying it and close and prolonged contact is needed to pass it on,” Dr Durrheim explained.

“It does not appear to be spread through saliva or by sharing drinks, food or cigarettes.”

In 2012, there were nine confi rmed cases of meningococcal disease in the Hunter New England Local Health District.

Many of the most beloved Hunter Valley wineries will be setting up shop along High Street to offer their signature drop to the thirsty.

Th is year I’m told Pepper Tree Wines will be teaching people how to match wine with chocolate and Hunter Belle Cheese will be offering an opportunity for cheese lovers to learn which wine best suits their favourite cheese.

As well as being a fantastic weekend out, it is also a great way to support our local events and bring some excitement to our city.

Many of the local businesses in the City Centre will stay open for the event and the stallholders are familiar faces to the locals, having supported our city for several years.

I, along with many of my fellow councillors, will be at the festival ready to have a chat about what you’d like to see for our city in the future.

So please stop by and make a point of saying hello.

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STAYING HEALTHY

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We need to re-think sugar

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s more studies show consuming processed sugar is about as good for you as smoking, why is it you can’t get through a checkout without passing 200 different chocolate bars at kids eye level, waiters giving lollies to kids with the bill or even doctors giving a lollipop out with the antibiotic prescription?

I found a blog by Yoni Freedhoff that says it well. “Somewhere along the line, we’ve normalized the constant provision of junk food to children,�

Freedhoff said. “It seems no matter how small the ship or short the journey, sugar pretty much christens each and every voyage on which our children sail.�

There’s simply no occasion too small to not warrant a junk food accompaniment these days.

But for me, the strangest part of all is the outcry that occurs if and when I point it out.

My experiences have taught me that junk food as part of children’s activities has become so normalised that my questioning this sugary status quo genuinely offends people’s sensitivities and sometimes even generates frank anger.

Despite incredible medical advances over the course of the past 60 years, I would argue that the world is a less healthy place than it once was. Cooking has become a lost art, unstructured active play is on the endangered species list, and lollies, which certainly has always understandably enjoyed a coveted place in children’s hearts, has somehow become an everyday food.

For us, anyhow, it never seems to end. Saturday skating lessons often include lollipops, kids’ grab bags from community races regularly contain chocolates, loot bags from friends parties might as well be renamed candy bags, libraries host events with names like “Donuts and Dads,� bending a blade of grass with soccer shoes leads to sugarsweetened sport drinks on the field and often ice cream or ‘snakes’ when the fi nal whistle blows. And don’t even get me started on juice.

No doubt too, each and every time I speak up, there’s someone out there telling me I shouldn’t be so frustrated, as it’s just “one� lollipop, it’s just “one� ice cream, it’s just “one� chocolate bar.

If only it were “just one�.

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

This season’s must-have item

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eople have been asking me what is this season’s musthave item?

For my mind, it’s got to be the blazer.

Perfect for jazzing up a casual outfit on a night out, making your work wear a little more office appropriate and dressing down an evening dress – is there anything that the right blazer can’t do?

As we move into the new season and the weather begins to cool down, you will fi nd yourself searching for something nice to add to an outfit that will protect you from the chilly night air or those brisk mornings.

The blazer is the perfect addition to a wardrobe to give you this protection, whilst adding to your look at the same time.

Th is season, the black blazer is practically non-existent and has been replaced with a rainbow of colours and styles you can mix and match with your existing wardrobe.

Th is season’s most popular colour trends are deep, warm colours; think dark reds, dark blues and deep, warm purples.

A blazer in a colour like this can brighten up any outfit whilst giving

it a sophisticated and controlled look.

When dressing up a casual outfit, opt for a loose-fitting blazer. Th is type of blazer looks fantastic with a pair of jeans and a t-shirt, especially when it falls to hip level.

I have a great salmon-coloured blazer from last season that is loose fitting, hip length but with ž length sleeves which is great when there is still a hint of warmth in the air.

Turn your patterned knee-length, high-waisted skirt and sheer shirt combo into the perfect office appropriate outfit with a cropped blazer.

Choose to wear a blazer that is the same colour as some of the patterns on the skirt – if the skirt is black with a red and white floral pattern, either a black, red or white blazer will look great.

When dressing down an evening dress, let’s say it is something in a sheer, shiny or sequined fabric, wearing a fitted blazer in a matte fabric will tone down the look.

You won’t look like you are dressed casually, but the blazer affords just the level of dressed down elegance without making you look formally dressed.

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

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Don’t jump the gun and go diving headlong into complicated, emotionally consuming scenarios. Also be careful of your anxieties controlling you or making you feel rather insecure. Your intuition is very powerful and with your detective-like mind you can easily work out what is going on behind the scenes or in the minds of others. Th is is a good time to share some of your deepest secrets.

TAURUS APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

By offloading some of your worries to a friend or an acquaintance, the other party will immediately identify with your situation and will surprisingly reveal that their circumstances are no different to yours.

New bonds of friendship based upon these similarities can develop. Unless you remember to be tolerant when dealing with loved ones and co-workers, your hot headedness will get you into trouble!

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You might actually be shrouded in illusions of your own making, as Mercury Retrograde may make you see more in a relationship than what is actually there. Therefore, if you have met someone new, wait until you know them better before passing judgement on them. If you’re a parent, you may become anxious over one of your children; however given time this matter will resolve itself quite easily!

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Th is is likely to be a hectic period for you and many work-related changes mean extra overtime, which in turn means extra money, but don’t overbook yourself or overload your schedule. You need to expect the unexpected on the home front as friends may drop in unannounced or there may be an unexpected problem that needs resolving. Encounters with interesting people will yield new and enduring friendships.

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Meetings with authority figures, bosses and others who want to dominate the circumstances will present you with challenges. The planets make it awfully difficult for you to avoid fi nancial issues that have been swept under the carpet for way too long. You’ve turned a blind eye to some important issues surrounding your future security, however positive action can now transform this into a successful outcome.

CANCER JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

There are legal issues that need to be dealt with and some complications are likely. There may be fi nes or other bureaucratic debts to handle, also care should be taken when driving to avoid speeding tickets and other avoidable incidents. Remember haste makes waste, so allow more time to get your jobs done. Th is would be the ideal time to plan an adventure, take a trip or to check out a new fun social venue!

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You will have some sobering discussions that will surprise you as you will learn a great deal about the other person. Your personal life is going to be rather hectic and what you want at this time may run counter to what others may want. If you’re a devoted parent the decisions you make will probably fall in favour of your children. Th is is the perfect time to get out and about and for taking a short trip!

AQUARIUS JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

Try not to get angry especially over fi nancial matters. You’re emotional and likely to snap at others if you don’t get your own way! You could fi nd yourself spending more than you are earning so you will have to be disciplined to stop these debts spiralling out of control.

Th is is the ideal time to take steps to improve your fi nancial position by redirecting your resources more wisely!

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In relationships you will want excitement, but if your friends or loved ones are turning out to be wet blankets, you’re likely to do something radical and step outside the square to explore life. However, don’t go too far overboard as it is unlikely to bring you close to the ones you love the most. Communication and teamwork are your keys to happiness so do your best to take the needs of others into consideration!

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Sometimes you have to take a stand and let others know exactly what you will and won’t put up with in your personal relationships. If things have been difficult in your one-to-one partnerships, it’s time to sort them out.

Taking a look at your domestic and emotional needs is not a bad idea! Th is is also a great opportunity to get in touch with people from your past, especially those who can shed light on your life and how you can create more harmony for yourself. Asserting your own moral authority will be important when dealing with stubborn and demanding children or adults.

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hey’re the darlings of the Scottish music scene and one of Dwight Schrute from the Office (Rainn Wilson’s) favourite bands. Now, Frightened Rabbit are returning to Australia for the first time in three years on a tour that will place them on the Groovin The Moo stage in Maitland – which is great news for those of you lucky enough to get a ticket.

Frontman Scott Hutchinson told TE that the band was excited at the prospect of returning to the Antipodes.

“It’s absolutely brilliant that we’re getting back to Australia – we’re all really excited,” he said in a thick Scottish brogue.

“It’s been about three years since we were down there and there were Australian fans who were wondering if we were ever going to come down again, but I’m happy to say that yes, we really are and we can’t wait.”

Listening to Frightened Rabbit’s latest album, ‘Pedestrian Verse’, it’s no wonder that punters everywhere are bleating for the band to grace their local stages. The album represents a bit of a shift in direction for the band with more of a reliance on full band collaboration and more introspective lyrical content – two things that make for a much more polished and realised sound and shows this is one indie rock band that, while on the surface seem unassuming, have buckets of ambition.

Hutchinson said that bringing all of the band in on the music this time around, took much of the weight off his shoulders at a time when he was struggling with the task of coming up with an albums’ worth of material.

“It was a very conscious decision, right from the outset, to bring everyone in to write for ‘Pedestrian Verse’,” he said. “ I guess that it was kind of a natural progression for us and I had also got to a point where I had basically hit a brick wall – I wouldn’t say I had writer’s block or anything like that, I’d say it was more like being bored and I thought getting the band in on the writing would be a great way of keeping it fresh and everyone was super keen to be involved and the end result is something we’re all really proud of.”

The band enlisted the help of UK muso/producer Leo Abrahams (Brian Eno, Paul Simon, Paulo Nutini) and Hutchinson said he helped take the band’s sound to the next level.

“Everything that Leo did on the album was really quite subtle – he’s a really gifted guitar player and the like but he said he really didn’t want to imprint his own personality on the record in any way and I guess that’s the mark of a good producer – someone that can come in and do what they do, well,

without anyone knowing they were there,” he said.

“I guess what he did was take the intrinsic Frightened Rabbit personality and put it through the Leo Abrahams filter – he really made us feel as though it was our album to make.”

Given that Frightened Rabbit had come to the attention of the world via indie label Fat Cat, quite a lot of time and energy had been devoted on the interwebs and in the media to the band’s move from the small label to the major big leagues of Atlantic Records, but while Hutchinson said he can understand why people would want to discuss the shift, he couldn’t really understand what all the fuss was about.

“I can understand why it’s a talking point, I guess, but I don’t really know.

“We have a hell of a lot of ambition as a band and it just got to the point where our old label just didn’t share our ambition. At the end of the day we want as many people to hear Frightened Rabbit as possible so we thought going to a major was the best way of doing that.”

Catch Frightened Rabbit when they play at the Groovin The Moo Festival at Maitland Showground on Saturday, April 27.

If you were unlucky enough to miss out on a ticket, you can catch them at the Oxford Art Factory, Sydney on Thursday, May 9.

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his unique offering, set on just under half-an-acre of picturesque wine country in Kelman Vineyard, comprises not one, but two three-bedroom houses.

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Bed: 6 | Bath: 6 | Car: 2

Both houses have a study, three bathrooms, open-plan living and they also make the most of the rural views with private decks.

Another big plus is that owners can

For Sale: Offers over $850,000

share in the activities of each vintage from the 8.9-hectares of grapes (Shiraz, Tempranillo and Semillon), so a true and real vigneron experience can be enjoyed.

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

Inspect: By appointment.

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2 HOMES ON 45 ACRES

A VERY NEAT PACKAGE

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.

This property offers a great opportunity for the investor or first home buyer, situated at North Rothbury, only 5 min from Branxton, 15 min from Singleton, 20 min from Cessnock. This brick home is neat and well-presented, it gives you dual street frontage for easy access. The front living area is family friendly with open plan living featuring ceiling fans, A/ C, & sliding doors opening to the back yard. The three bedrooms are spacious, with the main being king sized, with built-in robes, ceiling fans and A/C. The other two bedrooms are double sized. A three-way bathroom is conveniently located between all 3 bedrooms. The single car garage is well sized, has drive through double roller doors at each end plus a carport. The fully enclosed yard is great for young children and pets. For the investor it offers the rental potential of $350 per week.

$630,000-$680,000

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Located on 10 private acres, only minutes from Cessnock and the Hunter Valley vineyards, this home will delight the fussiest of buyers. You will feel the warmth and character as you walk up the sandstone steps and enter the home to find magnificent timber Cathedral ceilings, polished timber floors and ducted air conditioning. Of five bedrooms, the main bedroom is king-sized with a walk-in robe and spacious en-suite.

The other bedrooms are queen-sized with built-ins and fans. Open plan living areas have wood fire and open to an enclosed verandah. A stunning feature of this home is the chef’s kitchen, including walk-in pantry, Caesarstone benches, stainless steel Blanco appliances with sweeping, stunning views of the bush.

A landscaped garden and in-ground pool with new fencing allows for easy maintenance and more fun for the family!

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Situated on 2.8 acres with town water and sewer. The land is open and flat making it perfect for trucks, horses and motorbikes with loads of room for the kids to play and no neighbours at the rear of the property. It offers large shedding with triple carport, a lovely private pool, with shallow on each end, 10m x 4m self cleaning salt-water.

The 4 bedroom home is modern and an entertainer’s delight. A renovated kitchen with tiled floors has glass splashback, a dishwasher and views into the enormous Queensland room. There is fresh paint throughout. A renovated bathroom includes a beautiful clawfoot tub and large shower. All bedrooms include ceiling fans and built-in robes, the main being king-sized with an en-suite and walkin robe. Living areas are A/C and spacious. School buses at the door, minutes to the shops, restaurants and all the attractions of the famous Hunter Valley vineyards.

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LAMBS VALLEY SOAR LIKE EAGLES LAMBS VALLEY Set high on the edge of the escarpment in a peaceful, private and secluded setting these high quality residential pavilions offer a versatile usage for either home plus guest accommodation or home plus income. All built of high quality and amongst the mountain ridges with the most incredible views that you only dream of - you will feel like you are living in heaven. On 100 acres of mostly natural bush surrounded by nature are these 3 stunning pavilions designed by the award winning enviro architect Paul Whitsig. All have their own balconies with 180 degree views, all independent and private, one has a disability ramp and facilities. The current owners enjoy the lifestyle of the main split level pavilion which features a full chef’s kitchen including stainless steel appliances, all rooms have sensational views.

Living areas open through French doors to extra wide verandas, perfect for entertaining or just relaxing.

Holiday let the others offering you the possibility of a convenient income. It would also suit an extended family with needs for individual living spaces. All buildings are designed to take advantage of natural light and views creating a relaxed ambience full of character with high raked ceilings, exposed beams, polished timber floors, A/C, wood heaters, mixed with spacious rooms, & tall windows to encompass the incredible views. Bathrooms have corner spa baths also taking advantage of the outlook. Enjoy the natural environment, with an abundance and wonderful variety of bird life at your door.

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Offers Over $790,000

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6 BED 4 BATH

FARLEY YOUR OWN RESORT Sitting in the middle of 3 acres is this stunning, split level, architect designed home. If you are looking for style & size this is it! It consists of 5 spacious bedrooms, plus an office & gym area. A unique floor plan offers many different possibilities. It can comfortably cater for 2 families, give you lots of space for the one big family or if you want income it has good prospects as a B&B, tourist accommodation.

The main bedroom is enormous and luxurious including walk in dressing room, en-suite & sliding doors opening to a wonderful wide verandah & the pool area. All of the living areas open onto wide verandahs, & are designed to offer each family member their own space. A modern kitchen with walk in pantry, granite bench tops, sits in the heart of the home. Entertain in style and privacy with lovely relaxing rural views, & sparkling 13m in ground pool, which is self cleaning & solar heated. Outside there is lots of room for whatever your desires, PLUS a huge shed. Situated close to the vineyards, nearby shopping, schools, restaurants etc it is perfectly located. There are lots of extras - too many to mention. Presentation is impeccable and inspection will not disappoint.

PRICE INSPECT CONTACT

$990,000 - $1,100,000

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6 BED 3 BATH 6 CAR

Located in Lochinvar surrounded by rural peace and beauty is this lovely Fully renovated home. It is rare to find such a property in this area. Seated on 7000sqm (almost 2 acres) of totally level land with wide road frontage the home is full of quality inclusions. Consisting of 4 queen sized bedrooms PLUS a study. The main bedroom holds a king sized bed comfortably and features 3 built in robes and wonderful en-suite with spa bath. Storage is a big feature throughout the home.

This beautiful two-storey home has a very admiring street presence from its 809sqm corner block.

From the moment you walk through the grand front entrance you will be very impressed with the high quality finishes throughout. The timber kitchen has a double edge granite bench top and opens to a beautiful bayed window breakfast area. Downstairs comprises of multiple generous living areas.

The formal areas and bedrooms all have woollen carpet and the informal living spaces are tiled for easy living. The home has ducted air-conditioning throughout. Upstairs has 4 double bedrooms all with built-ins and a study which could effortlessly become a bedroom. The master bedroom has a walk in robe and an en-suite. This is a well made and beautifully laid out home that is definitely worth inspecting.

All of the bathrooms are newly renovated, plus new tiled floors, new carpet, fresh paint etc all through the home. An incredible 1 month old gourmet kitchen is to die for! You have a gourmet gas stainless steel stove & range hood, dishwasher, large walk in corner pantry and granite bench tops. Wide kitchen windows offer peaceful rural views over the property and beyond. There is loads of room to build that dream shed or pool, or to own a pony. Secure dog proof fencing surrounds the property. Local schools, post office & doctor are only minutes away, plus you have school bus at the front gate.

AUCTION INSPECT CONTACT

By Appointment Cathy Cattell 4934 2000

4 BED 2 BATH 2 CAR

PRICE

$545,000

INSPECT

By Appointment

CONTACT

Stacey Pethers 0407 011 818

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Family call: Star striker signs with Chinese club

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ets striker, Ryan Griffiths, has cited his young family as the reason for accepting an offer to play for Beijing Baxi FC in China.

In a surprise announcement last week, Jets management confi rmed Griffiths would be leaving the club immediately after requesting a release from his contract.

“Th is was a hard decision because I love this club and town but I needed to consider my young family and do what is best for them, and right now that is going to play in China,” Griffiths said.

“I will always appreciate the management of the Jets for supporting me at this point in my career.”

Jets CEO, Robbie Middleby, said it was disappointing to lose Griffiths.

“Any transfer decision is case-bycase, and as Ryan has been weighing up a move to China for some time, we understand his decision,” Middleby said.

“Ryan has been a great player for the club and we wish him well at Beijing Baxi.”

Jets coach, Gary van Egmond, said he understood the striker’s decision, saying that while his preference was for him to stay, “going over to China now secures his family fi nancially,” van Egmond said.

Griffiths departs the Jets after playing 55 games for the club.

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espite going into the match with a confidence-boosting 2-1 win over Wellington Phoenix last Wednesday night, the Newcastle Jets suffered a 5-0 drubbing at the hands of Melbourne Victory at AAMI Park on Sunday.

The Victory wasted no time in making their intentions felt, scoring their fi rst goal inside the fi rst seven minutes.

Socceroo, Archie Thompson, won the ball in his own half before sending striker, Marco Rojas, into space, calmly slotting the ball past a hapless Mark Birighitti and into the bottom corner.

Melbourne doubled their advantage just eight minutes later after some loose Jets marking at a corner gave defender Adrian Leijer the space to slot a powerful header into the back of the net.

The Jets did have their chances in the fi rst half – namely from Adam Taggart who, fi rstly, was tantalisingly close to redirecting a Mark Jesic shot which flashed across the face of goal and, secondly, when he hit a fi rst time volley over the crossbar after a cross from Craig Goodwin.

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The Jets continued to look for a way to get back into the game but they were left frustrated and with a 3-0 deficit at the half-time whistle.

The Jets continued their attack in the second half, however any hope of a comeback was dashed in the 56th minute when Taylor Regan brought down Adrian Leijer in the box, earning the defender his second The Jets were left with no answers against an in-form Melbourne Victory on Sunday yellow and reducing his side to ten men. empty net.

Once again, Milligan stepped up to the With just four rounds of the regular season spot and easily converted to make it 4-0. left, the Jets now sit in fi fth place, two points The fi nal nail in Newcastle’s coffi n was ahead of Brisbane and six points behind delivered just under ten minutes later when Adelaide.

Rojas made short work of the Jets defence Newcastle will be looking to turn the tables inside the penalty box, before dribbling when they take on ninth-placed Perth Glory around Birighitti to slot the ball home in an at Hunter Stadium on Friday night.