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Local biker is searching for fellow animal lovers to join club

Police march to celebrate 150 years Page 5

WORKERS SEEING RED Public servants strike at looming cuts Page 11 Toronto biker, Ice, is looking for likeminded animal lovers

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oronto biker ‘Ice’ is the very epitome of the phrase, looks can be deceiving.

Th is qualified accountant rescues animals in his spare time and is a founding member of the Bikers Animal Rescue Klub (BARK). “I’ve always loved animals,� Ice said. “In my travels [I’ve] witnessed a lot of animal abuse and neglect and it’s just saddening, really, to see.

“You go through life and you think well, why am I on this planet?, what am I going to do?, what have I achieved?, besides breathing, eating and the rest, you know?�

Ice has thought about creating the club since he fi rst got his Harley, but now that he and his partner have settled in the area, he’s putting the word out to likeminded bikers. “For membership, you’ve got to be a particular type of person that follows my sort of mentality and ethics,� Ice explained. “You’ve got to be a person of good repute in the community, you’ve got to ride a Harley, you’ve got to love riding, and you’ve got to

love socialising,� he said. “If you see a dog walking down the highway, you don’t just ignore it, you stop and grab him and take him to a vet and fi nd out where his owner is.�

Ice is also an active anti-pet store/puppy farm campaigner and believes owning pets should require a licence.

He’s looking forward to rallying behind these causes with his future club members and also raising funds for animal shelters.

People who are interested in becoming proactive members of BARK can email Ice at barkaust@live.com.au.

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wo stories to come out of the Hunter this week touch on an issue that should be of concern to all New South Welshmen: our Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ailing road, rail and communication infrastructure.

Here in the Hunter, residents do battle on a daily basis with an unreliable rail network and mobile network coverage that drops out, even in the centre of Newcastle.

Last week, an independent report into NSWâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s transport infrastructure recommended reducing the travel time on trains between Newcastle and Sydney by 40 minutes.

To date, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been little solid indication by the Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Farrell Government as to whether this measure, which will improve the quality of life for thousands of local commuters (not to mention productivity), will be a priority.

At the same time, concerned Hunter residents have been lobbying at State Parliament to keep Newcastleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inner city rail line, which they believe is essential to connecting many Hunter residents to important services only available to them in Newcastle.

On a brighter note, the Hunter got a taste of high speed broadband when residents of a Rutherford retirement village became the fi rst in the region to connect to the Federal Governmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s controversial National Broadband Network.

The residents have reported the faster internet speeds are improving their basic quality of life communicating with family, paying bills and accessing health services.

The moral of the stories? The more we can invest in infrastructure, the stronger our communities become.

On your bike: Join the commuter revolution

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icycle enthusiasts will converge on Honeysuckle Promenade on Wednesday, October 17 as they join the commuter revolution by participating in National Ride2Work Day and can enjoy a complimentary breakfast for their cycling efforts.

The City of Newcastleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Road Safety and Cycling team, together with other local government organisations, have organised a community breakfast at Honeysuckle Promenade, opposite the Maritime Centre as a way of inspiring riders by giving them somewhere to meet and something to eat.

The breakfast, supplied by Agosti Espresso Bar, will include a selection of bacon and egg rolls, muffi ns and fresh fruit. There will also be prizes and giveaways.

Community road safety officer, Sue Alley, said The Ride2Work Program is designed to help people move from â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;contemplationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;actionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and establish the habit of riding to work. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Research shows that the encouragement of friends, family and workmates is the best way to achieve this,â&#x20AC;? she said.

The program aims to provide people contemplating riding to

work with the benefits they will experience, and mechanisms to overcome any barriers.â&#x20AC;?

The Ride2Work Program is a nationally run, annual program that actively encourages thousands of Australians thinking of commuting by bicycle to give it a try.

Existing riders can share their knowledge and experience with peers, as well as support and encourage those starting out.

Participants are encouraged to register to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;make their ride countâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and can do this online at ride2work.com.au Every registration is a vote for better cycling facilities as the data collected aids local, state and the federal government in gauging commuter use of bicycles in key areas, along key routes, or by particular demographics.

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Residents continue to lobby government to keep inner city line TRICIA MOROSIN

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ith rumours rife that a decision on the future of Newcastleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inner city rail line is imminent, local group, Save Our Rail (SOR), is ramping up its campaign against cutting the line.

SOR met with Planning Minister Brad Hazzardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office last week to discuss their concerns, including the Hunter Business Chamberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recent submission which recommends terminating the line at Wickham and building a new â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Newcastle Centralâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; station, with buses shuttling commuters into the CBD. President of SOR, Joan Dawson, said the proposal is â&#x20AC;&#x153;ridiculousâ&#x20AC;? and that the â&#x20AC;&#x153;commuter zone from Maitland to Morisset will sufferâ&#x20AC;? if the rail line is ripped up. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It severs the Hunter Region from Newcastle, which is [â&#x20AC;Ś] the major regional city,â&#x20AC;? she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Th is will obviously mean Newcastle will lose relevance in this role and the region will lose direct access to city amenities.â&#x20AC;?

Ms Dawson said Mr Hazzardâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office gave the group a good hearing, as well as the good news that a proposal hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t yet gone before cabinet.

President of the Hunter Business Chamber, Richard Anicich, denied their submission was Newcastle centric as the

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SOR President, Joan Dawson, at Wickham Station

proposed bus routes would improve the ability of all Hunter residents to â&#x20AC;&#x153;get to and move around the cityâ&#x20AC;?. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There are only a small number of

people using that last two kilometres of train line,â&#x20AC;? Mr Anicich said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need to think about the majority of people.â&#x20AC;?

Maitland MP, Robyn Parker, denied any knowledge of when the annoucement from the government might be expected. @triciamorosin

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A golden second chance Liver transplant recipient wins seven medals at the Transplant Games AMELIA PARROTT

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he Australian Transplant Games may have wrapped up over the weekend but one competitor is keen to keep the message behind the Games alive.

“Sixty-two-years-old and eight-yearsnew”, former Novocastrian, Max Mohr, was given a second chance at life eight

years ago when he received a lifesaving liver transplant.

During the Games, Mr Mohr won gold in the five-kilometre harbour fun run, as well as a slew of medals in swimming, squash, athletics and backgammon.

He is using his achievement at the Games and experience with organ donation to inspire others to donate.

“I grew up in Newcastle and was 19 when I left,” Mr Mohr said.

“I travelled to America and eventually

ended up in South-East Asia, where I fell ill and...my liver was starting to fail.

“In 1996, I was told to consider transplantation so, thinking I’d had a good life, I decided to live out my last days on the Gold Coast.”

Whilst living on the Gold Coast, Mr Mohr met a “lovely lady” who convinced him to go ahead with the transplant.

In 2002, Mr Mohr was put on the transplant waiting list and after 18

months and many ups and downs, at 54-years-old, he received the liver transplant that changed his life.

“I’d had all the money, travel and successes but I found fulfi lment in giving and I’ve never been happier in my whole life,” Mr Mohr said.

After quitting his corporate job, Mr Mohr became a personal trainer and Transplant Australia volunteer. @thepostjourno

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Hunter police march to celebrate 150 years of the NSW Police Force

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t’s been a year of celebration for cops around the country and last week it was the Hunter’s turn to acknowledge 150 years of the police.

Members of the public showed their support as a sea of blue made its way down Watt Street in Newcastle to the foreshore.

Around 150 uniformed officers from the Central Hunter, Hunter Valley, Newcastle City, Lake Macquarie and Port Stephens local area commands marched to mark 150 years of NSW Police Force.

As part of the celebrations, Supervisor Sergeant Maurice Towers was recognised as Central Hunter LAC’s longest serving member.

Sergeant Towers has been a member of the Force for more than 40 years.

Central Hunter LAC duty officer, Acting Inspector Joe Krzanic, said it was a real honour to have someone of Sergeant Towers’ calibre in the Central Hunter LAC. In one of the celebration’s more sombre moments, a minutes silence was observed to remember officers who had died in the line of duty over the Force’s 150 year history.

The parade, which coincided with the running of the annual Mattara Festival of Newcastle, also gave festivalgoers the opportunity to learn about the work of specialist police squads with the dog squad, rescue squad, water police, highway patrol and bomb squad on display in the foreshore park.

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Going postal: Kids enjoy carnival day at Mattara

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espite the grey skies that threatened to overflow at any minute, the weather managed to hold out for a dry fi nal weekend of the 51st Mattara Festival.

The fi nal weekend kicked off with The Post Kids Carnival Day featuring

baby animals, local dance troupes and a motorbike display from the Hunter branch of Bikers Australia.

Hundreds of local families flocked to Camp Shortland over the weekend, with local children making the most of their fi nal days of school holidays.

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Be wary of sophisticated door-to-door scams

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common problem for police and the community are criminals posing as door-to-door salespeople conducting what are sometimes quite sophisticated scams.

As is to be expected, these criminals prey upon people who are least likely to ask questions or stand up for their rights, such as the elderly.

The impending change to digital television and the need to install digital set top boxes appears to be the flavour of the month.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission operate an interesting website called scam watch (www.scamwatch.gov.au).

It is both interesting and alarming to read through the various pages of the website to see the depth and sophistication of some scams that are perpetrated upon people.

A great number of the scams described on the website all start with a seemingly innocent knock on your front door.

I think it is timely to remind people of precisely what door-todoor salespeople can and can’t do. It is unlawful for door-to-door salespeople to approach you on Sunday or a public holiday, before 9am or after 6pm on a weekday or before 9am or after 5pm on a Saturday.

They must also explain the purpose of the visit and produce identification.

They must inform you that you can ask them to leave and they must leave your premises if you ask them to.

It’s important not to participate in surveys because this is an easy method by which criminals posing as legitimate salespeople can gather personal information about you.

Also, if a deal looks too good to be true – then it probably is.

At the end of the day, if you fi nd an uninvited stranger at your door, you have every right to close the door and tell them to leave your property.

Read about it: Elderly man robbed near library

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olice are appealing for information after an elderly man was robbed in New Lambton last week.

At about 2.10pm on Wednesday, October 3, an 82-year-old man walked to his car on Regent Street after visiting a nearby library.

As the man put books into his vehicle, he was pushed from behind by a man who took his wallet from his back pocket.

The push caused the elderly man to fall to the ground, while the other man ran from the scene.

A witness tried to chase the man, however lost sight of him a short distance away.

As a result of the incident, the 82-year-old man sustained cuts and bruises to his face, arm and torso.

The offender has been described as 14-20 years of age, 160-170 centimetres tall with a thin build and fair skin.

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Time to grow: Take care of your mental health

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ental health issues affect more than one in five Australians every year, with anxiety disorders being the most common mental health challenge, followed by depression.

Th is month is Mental Health Month, where the theme of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Celebrate, Connect, Growâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; asks people to celebrate the positive events in their lives and a reminder to connect with other people.

Hunter New England Health Acting

Director of Mental Health Services, Jude Constable, said many events will be held across the district to promote ways to help keep ourselves healthy. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The activities planned for this month are a perfect opportunity to get together and learn more about how we can all play a part in improving the mental health of our communities.â&#x20AC;?

For more information on the activities, visit www.mentalhealth. asn.au.

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am humbled by the responsibility that the people of Newcastle have given me and I know that, put simply, you want me to make things better.

During the campaign I made it clear that I am a businessman and not a politician and this will not change.

My style and approach to the job of Lord Mayor will be very different to those who have gone before me.

I took a plan to the people of Newcastle and I have a mandate to deliver on this and will work with the elected councillors to achieve more for our great city.

Over the last couple of weeks, the councillors have been put through an intensive induction program with the staff briefi ng them on the facets of the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s administration.

Once the poll had been declared, I travelled to Parliament House in Sydney where I met with the Premier,

Treasurer, Minister for the Hunter and Opposition Leader, as well as local MPs, to advocate our cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expectation of the State Government.

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I have spoken with University Chancellor Professor Caroline McMillen regarding the Universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Newcastle Campus and the management from GPT and Landcom regarding the Hunter Street revitalisation.

The Hunter Street precinct provides us with enormous opportunities and the partnership between the GPT Group and Landcom is encouraging and council will work closely with both parties to ensure revitalisation of the inner-city takes place.

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The region’s public servants take part in stop work action over cuts TRICIA MOROSIN

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n Monday, 1,500 public servants from across the Hunter stopped work in protest against what the Public Service Association (PSA) of NSW is calling the State Government’s “attacks on wages, jobs and conditions”.

At Merewether South League Club, around 300 public servants gathered together to meet; an extra 100 on what was expected.

A group of women currently working in administration for a local school said their biggest fears were around job cuts, with the secondary concern being changes to workers compensation which would remove cover for journey claims.

“They’ve already said they’re going to slash jobs,” said one of the workers, all of whom preferred not to be named.

“We just want to know who is going to

be doing the work that those people do now, because […] it still has to be done.

“We just don’t know how that’s going to affect us and the Department isn’t talking to us.”

Steve O’Brien from Hunter Street TAFE said the State Government’s funding cuts to Fine Arts courses were “outrageous”

and would have an impact on the creative development of Newcastle.

The public servants joined thousands of their peers from across NSW in the stop work action, with the main meeting at Sydney Town Hall broadcast to around 40 different venues.

Workers from Corrective Services,

Community Services, Education and Crown Land spoke to the crowd about the key concerns for their industries.

The NSW PSA President, Sue Walsh, also hit out at Premier Barry O’Farrell for “treating [his] own workforce with contempt”, she said. @triciamorosin

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Stop work action at Merewether South League Club.

Awaba tip reopens

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he Awaba Waste Management Facility reopened at 8am yesterday after Council was forced to shut the facility following a break-in over the weekend.

Council’s Manager Waste Environment and Rangers, Keith Stevenson, said that extensive damage to property and equipment from the break-in on Sunday night forced the closure of the tip.

“Extensive damage to security doors, security and telephone systems, the weighbridge system and computers has occurred,” Mr Stevenson said.

“A safe containing between $5000 and $10,000 in cash takings from the tip’s weekend operations was also stolen along with a small truck,” he explained.

“The weighbridge is working and EFTPOS facilities will be available, although weighbridge data will be manually recorded until computer systems are restored.”

Lake Macquarie Council issued a statement on Monday evening thanking residents and customers for their understanding of the circumstances.

People were asked to use either the Summerhill or Buttonderry waste management facilities while police undertook an investigation of the incident.

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he State Government recently proposed a change to the planning system that, if implemented, would have a devastating effect on the kind of community we deserve in Lake Macquarie.

Currently, councils are allowed to levy developers for dedication of land and/or payment of monies for infrastructure such as community, sporting, recreation and car parking facilities that their development will create a demand for. These contributions are generally called ‘Section 94’.

Councils adopt plans that identify what services and amenities would be required in each area, and collect contributions accordingly. The plans are developed to ensure new residents and communities have the same access to open space and facilities that we currently have, making the city a place where people want to come to live and work.

In Lake Macquarie, we are reviewing and updating our section 94 contributions plans, and we recently

called for feedback on a draft plan for the Morisset area. Th is draft plan provides $61 million for facilities for this growing community. However, if the State Government’s proposal goes ahead, $42 million of this would have to be funded from a different source if the community wants to maintain the same access to facilities as we have at present.

If the State proposal is approved, the only way for councils to provide community facilities would be to increase rates. What this equates to for development just in the Morisset area is an additional $142 from every Lake Macquarie ratepayer every year for the next 15 years.

Th is is not fair on ratepayers and will have a long-term negative impact on the facilities available to our community now and into the future.

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It’s your time in the sun Melanoma sufferers are urging locals to take up free skin checks TRICIA MOROSIN

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leebana local, Jeff Marshall and his sister, Claire Whitaker, have many things in common – including that they both know what it’s like to be diagnosed with melanoma.

Th is month, they’re sharing their story to help raise awareness of sun safety and the fact that the SunSense UV Photobus will be at Civic Park on Monday, October 15 to provide free skin checks for locals.

Like so many Novocastrians, Mr Marshall, 75, and Ms Whitaker, 72, grew up on the beach. When they were young children, little was known about the dangers of sun exposure.

“I was in the Surf Club and Claire used to [go to the beach] with all her mates and we’d sit in the sun and we’d never put anything on but maybe a bit of zinc on your nose,” Mr Marshall said.

“You’d get sunburnt to blazes and then you’d go and play sport afterwards and you’d blister.”

Decades later, the siblings are seeing the effects of that fun in the sun, with both having had basal-carcinomas burnt off. Five years ago, Ms Whitaker was diagnosed with melanoma on her face, which could be removed without further treatment.

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roving you’re never too old to learn something new, an 86year-old woman was among the 1,000 University of Newcastle students to graduate from the Callaghan campus last Thursday and Friday.

Joyce Barry received her PhD with her six sons in the audience, one of whom had travelled from the UK for the ceremony.

Born in England, Mrs Barry’s education in London was interrupted by World War II. “By the time I was 15, my piecemeal education, taking place when not in air-raid shelters, had suffered and I left school to become a junior clerk in an office near Tower Bridge,” Mrs Barry explained.

“Five years later I was married and in 1949 came to Sydney where my six sons were born and their education became my priority.”

Mrs Barry went on to start a Bachelor of Arts in 1984 when she was 60, later completing an Honours and Masters program.

Continuing her passion for literature, Mrs Barry’s PhD thesis examines 17th century English literary identity, Samuel Pepys.

“I’ve found the research so exciting – I’ve really loved it, it’s like being a detective,” she said. “I cannot explain how much the last 27 years studying have enriched my life, and the lives of those around me.”

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65 comical cars (all more than 20years-old) will depart from Nobby’s Beach this Saturday en route to Canberra as part of the charity’s largest annual fundraising event.

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“My friend Matt had an old car he didn’t want to get rid of so we looked into doing a charity drive,” Mr Westwood explained.

“I’ve got three – thankfully – healthy kids of my own and doing this is a great way to give back to families and kids with cancer.”

Mr Westwood raised $10,000 for the charity last year and has spent 12 months preparing for this year’s event.

“We had a ball last year and had no hesitations about entering again.”

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Camp Quality Newcastle fundraising co-ordinator, Donna George, said the charity hopes to raise $1.5 million through the event.

“There are 151 kids in the Newcastle area who are supported by camp quality,” she said.

“The money raised will allow us to continue to run our fun therapy, camps and fun days for those kids and others around the country.”

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He and a friend will enter a VN Holden Commodore station wagon in the event for the second year running.

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The 17-year-old recently returned home from Israel after attending the Asian Science Camp at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem.

Accepted for her outstanding results in the 2010 Big Science Competition, Miss Hudson was one of only eight young Australians selected to attend the six-day event which brought together around 200 young scientific minds from across Asia and Oceania.

Miss Hudson said the most rewarding part of the trip was the friendships she forged with people all over Asia and as far east as Georgia.

“Science is so international now,” she said.

“The people I met in Jerusalem will be the people I work with on scientific projects in the future.”

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Hudson is keen to use her experience abroad to encourage girls to study science.

“In Australia, there is a shortage of people in general going into science and maths disciplines but girls are especially disinterested and disengaged,” Miss Hudson explained.

“Even with feminism telling girls that they can do what they want, there is still a stigma around science and maths, especially physics, chemistry and engineering.

“There is research to suggest that girls are more creative than boys and there are a lot of unique views we can contribute.”

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A Balanced Diet Eating a clean and balanced diet, rich in good quality protein, fruits and vegetables, may reduce hayfever symptoms by strengthening the immune system.

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MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

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Your money zone is being highlighted and the coming year could prove surprisingly prosperous, so start making plans as by next winter that nest egg will look bright and shiny. Venus is in your 6th house giving you an energy surge at work, so it’s time to let your creativity shine and to make some overdue changes. The New Moon on the 15th encourages you to verbalise your feelings to your loved ones in a direct and honest way!

Happy birthday Libra!

Helpful people are swarming around you as your popularity goes into overdrive. It’s time to shine in the spotlight and to show others what you can do. Saturn and Mercury are encouraging you to open a savings account. The New Moon in your sign on the 15th is the ideal time to assert yourself and to gain the respect of others. Under such positive stars, a new romance could kick into overdrive.

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SCORPIO

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

It’s time for some serious discussions with your partner or family. If someone close to you is in trouble you will be the one rising to the rescue. With Jupiter retrograde in your money sector you need to avoid splurging on unnecessary purchases! It’s also time to teach the family that money doesn’t grow on trees. The New Moon on the 15th in your health sector is the ideal time to start a new fitness routine.

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Jupiter Retrograde in Gemini Opposes Mars: October 8November 18

Saturn and Mercury are making you take a more responsible approach to life.

Others are looking to you for leadership. Th is is the ideal time to present a new image to the world and to be involved in mentallystimulating projects. Mars clashes with Venus and communicating with others becomes strained, so avoid speaking rashly.

The New Moon on the 15th is the ideal time to trust your instincts.

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SAGITTARIUS

MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

With Jupiter the money planet retrograde in your own sign, you need to be careful of robbing Peter to pay Paul. The time has come for you to draw up a realistic budget and to stick to it. With the Sun in your creativity zone you’re full of bright ideas! A burst of inspiration could spark some clever decorating ideas.

Your youthful outlook will also impress the younger generations. The New Moon on the 15th brightens up your social sector so why not reconnect with some old friends.

Mars moves into your sign on the 8th and life is about to all of a sudden push forward. You’re keen to take decisive action at work but don’t jump in and be too impulsive. Take the time to tune into your inner voice, it will lead you in the right direction. Socially, your stars look busy, but try to factor in some down time. Financially, you need to be careful so avoid expensive shops. The New Moon on the 15th is the ideal time to explore new neighbourhoods.

CANCER

CAPRICORN

JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Your self-discipline is soaring, so write a list of aims and work through them methodically, you’ll be amazed at what you achieve. Th is is also the ideal time to focus on improving your health and a friend’s advice should prove timely. Jupiter is warning you to avoid spending money unnecessarily or you will blow your budget.

The New Moon on the 15th sees an urge to redecorate taking shape and power struggles at home subsiding.

Financial worries may consume some Capricorns but you must make certain that you are not your own worst enemy.Also be careful of wearing yourself out, by trying to do everything to please others and not yourself. The beneficial influence of the Sun and the New Moon on the 15th provides a positive turning point for your career, providing you with the insight to make the most of opportunities that are set to come your way.

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AQUARIUS

JULY 23 TO AUGUST 23

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

You need to rein in that extravagant streak! With Mars in your 5th house, travel or entertainment expenses could add up fast, so be careful of over-committing. If you’re holding a party, keep the menu simple and expect more people than you planned for.

Saturn is urging you into action at home, motivating you to tackle chores you’ve put in the too-hard basket. The New Moon on the 15th is the ideal time to be adventurous and to step out of your comfort zone.

It’s an uplifting time as your adventurous mood is infectious, so take a few risks, explore somewhere new. On the romantic front you are sure to fi nd yourself the centre of attention. Saturn is helping you to defi ne your career goals and to be assertive enough to let others know that you mean business.

The New Moon on the 15th is a good time to book your summer holiday. The Full Moon on the 29th warns to take the needs of your family into consideration.

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PISCES

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

The more organised and thorough you are about money matters, the better your month will be. The Libran Sun helps you to see things from a fresh perspective.

Venus clashes with Mars and tensions and emotions are likely to boil over. With so much drama around you, at least life won’t be boring! The New Moon on the 15th is a time to expect maximum cooperation from other people at work and at home making it the ideal time to call in a few favours.

Fate will give you a helping hand to make the right decisions both on the home front and in regards to your fi nancial worries. Venus is in a clashing aspect with Mars and if you don’t exercise some patience you’ll be left with a resentful family unit. Th is is the ideal time to look into further education and to develop your spiritual interests further. The New Moon on the 15th is a good time to put a savings scheme into place or to apply for a loan.

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KIDS MATTER

by Anthony Piggott

by Renee Welsh

What to do with the kids up north?

Addressing mental illness

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ental illness. It’s more common than you think.

One in five people will experience mental illness this year. It’s an astounding statistic but one that for too long has not made headlines.

Unfortunately, mental illness is a subject that is too often hidden or stigmatised due to shame or embarrassment.

A recent study showed that psychiatric illness is now the biggest source of ill health in Europe. Almost 40 per cent of the region’s population – around 165 million people experience a mental disorder each year.

Anxiety is the most common condition, followed by insomnia and depression.

Th is could, at least in part, be related to the extremely poor state of the economy and high unemployment rates in many European countries.

But, in Australia, whilst

our economy is in reasonably good shape – at least by comparison – we cannot afford to be complacent with respect to mental health. As in Europe, so in Australia, anxiety is the most common condition, with women more likely to be affected than men.

So-called substance use disorders – involving the harmful use of, or dependency on, alcohol or other drugs – are more common in men.

For help on how to stress less, ask your Self Care Pharmacist for the fact card titled ‘Anxiety’. There are also cards for Depression, Relaxation Techniques, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Sleeping Problems.

For the location of the nearest pharmacy providing the Self Care information, log onto the PSA website www.psa.org.au and click on ‘Self Care Pharmacy Finder’ or phone 1300 369 772.

Anthony Piggott is a pharmacist and proprietor of Piggott’s pharmacies at Blackbutt, Hamilton and Hamilton South.

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he sun is shining as spring continues to remind us it’s well and truly here! The kids are always happier – which in turn makes me happier – when they can get outside and enjoy the fresh air. My husband and I are currently discussing where to take the family for our next quick Aussie getaway.

I’ve been mentioning our plans with our friends and many parents with kids our age are planning to head up to Queensland for a family getaway in the coming months. Working in the travel and activities industry, I always get questions around the best family-friendly activities to do around the country.

As Queensland appears to be top of mind for many people at the moment, here are my top eight ‘what to do’ suggestions to help you make the most out of a sunny, fun-fi lled break up north.

1. Warner Bros Super Pass Unlimited Entry: Enjoy 28 days of unlimited fun at the Gold Coast’s big three theme parks. The kids will have a ball no matter what age!

2. Whale Watching Tour: Cruise out to say hello to the majestic giants of the sea.

3. Australian Outback Spectacular Spirit of the Horse: Take the kids to experience one of Australia’s most legendary stories retold –the courageous tale of Phar Lap. 4. Springbrook Rainforest Discovery Bushwalk: Explore nature with a guided walk to discover stunning waterfalls under

the thick rainforest canopy.

5. Jet boating: Enjoy Queensland’s waterways in a different light as you twist and turn on an adrenalin-pumping jet boat ride – be prepared, the kids may get wet!

6. Currumbin Challenge Course: Over 65 challenges, the kids will weave their way through the eucalypt and rainforest canopy, venturing higher and further into the spectacular natural setting.

7. Surfing lessons: Send the kids off to the beach to enjoy the thrill with their own personal surfi ng instructor. They will be riding the waves like a pro in no time!

8. Australia Zoo: Get hands-on with cuddly koalas, waddling wombats, slithering snakes and cute kangaroos and if you’re lucky – feed a hungry elephant!

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Renee Welsh is the general manager of GoDo.com.au, an online company for people to enjoy life and make the most of their leisure time.

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eading jewellers in the Junction, Paul Curruthers Manufacturing Jewellers (PCMJ), will be celebrating Frocktober this year in a big way, showcasing the largest black opal in the world.

Also on offer exclusively for Frocktober is a 15 per cent reduction on all stock in the gallery, which includes a wide range of beautiful jewellery to suit everyoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s style and budget.

Established in 1980, Paul Carruthers Manufacturing Jewellers has been providing quality service for over 30 years in Newcastle and beyond.

PCMJ is renowned for creating unique and beautiful jewellery pieces ranging from all styles and suitable for all occasions.

With years of experience and knowledge, they can give you accurate and informative advice on what is

one of the most important purchasing decisions you may ever make.

Alternatively, you may choose to remodel a piece of jewellery that holds sentimental value into a beautiful new creation.

PCMJ use only the best materials, top craftsmanship and professional fi nishes to create designs that are sophisticated, distinctive and eminently wearable.

Whether your aesthetic leans towards

traditional, classic, contemporary or even bizarre, PCMJ can design and craft high quality unique jewellery in an array of precious metals and gemstones.

PCMJ offer a wide range of services including custom make and design, engagement and wedding rings, restoration and remodels, repairs and maintenance and insurance valuations.

Contact Paul Curruthers Manufacturing Jewellers on 4940 8374.

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Don your best dress this month to support Ovarian Cancer research TRICIA MOROSIN

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ctober marks the fi fth annual Frocktober – a festive dressup campaign aimed at raising awareness and funds for the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation (OCRF).

The fi rst Frocktober event was held in 2007, when a group of friends decided to raise money for women’s health. After scouring their wardrobes for old frocks, the small group hit the town, passed around a hat and raised $200.

Since then, the campaign has continued to grow and there are now many ways by which people can raise money throughout Frocktober, including: • Wearing a frock every day during October, and asking friends and family to sponsor you • Holding a 'Frock Friday' at your work or school, with a gold coin donation • Inviting your friends to an afternoon tea or garden party with a 'frock code' • Running a 'frock swap' where everyone brings an old frock to swap with a friend • Challenging a friend to frock up.

Last year, over $140,000 was raised for the OCRF through Frocktober; taking the

total contribution since 2007 to $300,000.

Th is year, the theme is ‘Love the Frock You’re In’, with the goal of encouraging people not to purchase a new frock, but rather to fi nd a love for the ones they

already own in their wardrobes.

In Australia, one woman dies every 10 hours from Ovarian Cancer. It is the leading cause of death of all gynaecological cancers and often strikes

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For more information on Frocktober, visit: www.everydayhero.com.au/event/ frocktober2012.

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FINANCE MATTERS

John Church

Greg Taylor

Be wary of fraud

Keeping customers

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here are two important stages in a customer sales relationship. The fi rst transaction can make or break the deal. At the same time, earning your customers’ repeat business can have a major impact on whether your business grows. So how do you get that fi rst sale over the line?

One of the best strategies is to make sure you are meeting a need.

You cannot sell someone a good or service they do not really need. Sure, some transactions are emotionally driven, but they quickly slide into buyer’s remorse and that can destroy the buyer’s experience. So, do your research, study your competitors and ask your customers. It is amazing how much information you can glean by asking the right questions of the right people.

You also need to reduce the fear factor. Buyers these days are timid and uncertain. Anything you can do to provide a better than “risk-free” transaction will help you to win the sale. Offer a payment plan so the

purchaser can buy over time. Low interest rates strategies are assisting car dealers to generate sales at the moment. Offer a low-cost introductory package, or trial before you buy. Stand behind your offer with a guarantee.

If you believe in your business, then others will feel that confidence and buy with trust.

The next step is to strive to earn that customer’s business on an ongoing basis. The fi rst sale is just the beginning and needs to be followed by a phone call or a visit. You cannot assume customer loyalty from just one transaction. You can overcome any doubts and uncertainty by always delivering a better than expected quality good or service. Focus on the experience by placing yourself in the customers’ shoes and imagining yourself on the other side of the deal.

Theodre Leavitt summed it up this way: “The purpose of business is to create and keep a customer”.

Sounds simple, but we all know that it requires constant care and attention and hard work.

John Church manages a Newcastle advertising agency, digital printing company and PR consultancy.

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dentity fraud awareness is being promoted by the Australian Federal Police and other agencies this month. Half a million Australians are affected by identity fraud each year, costing the community almost $170 million.

Businesses can also become victims of corporate identity fraud. Criminals can then trade off the back of the real company’s good name to obtain goods and services on credit from suppliers.

Th is is not the only area of risk.

Fraudsters can obtain signatures from public records and attempt to attack company bank accounts by purporting to be the signatory on the account.

Businesses can put measures in place to make it harder for criminals to use their organisation for criminal activity. Many of the rules that apply to individuals can be adapted to protect business.

For example, always check the identity of your customers; credit reference agencies can help here.

Keep your fi rewall and anti-virus software up-to-date. Make sure you

store and dispose of documents properly. If documents contain sensitive business information, they should be securely fi led and then shredded or securely disposed of when you no longer need them. Make sure that only key members of staff have access to highly sensitive documents.

Your staff also need to understand fraud risks and be vigilant against fraud, too.

More and more businesses are doing business online. It is essential that you know how to protect yourself and your customers from online card fraud.

The Australian Payments Clearing Association has a new online tool to help small businesses to protect themselves. There are questionnaires, case studies and basic checks and tips.

Visit www.apca.com.au/getsmart.

The Australian Federal Police website or scamwatch.com.au are also good sources of information.

Finally, if you are a victim of fraud, including identity fraud, make sure you contact the relevant authority to report this crime.

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

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After taking out the prestigious Toyota Star Maker competition this year, Newcastle singer-songwriter Bob Corbett has plenty of reasons to smile.

Stephen Bisset caught up with Corbett ahead of the Newcastle launch of his latest album ‘Every Day is a Festival’.

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irected by Brett Ratner (‘Red Dragon’, ‘Horrible Bosses’), this third installment in the X-Men franchise is possibly the standout.

The events of the first two films are brought to a head when a cure to treat mutations is found.

This leads to strong lines being drawn amongst the X-Men, led by Professor Charles Xavier (Patrick Stewart) and the Brotherhood – a band of powerful and malignant mutants led by Xavier’s former ally Magneto (Ian McKellan).

Magneto decides to wage war on the humans and it’s up to the X-Men to stop the tyranny once and for all.

Aussie triple-threat Hugh Jackman proves, once again, that he has the chops to carry a big budget blockbuster as the irrepressible Wolverine.

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fter falling afoul of the world, thanks to a seemingly endless barrage of bad press, it seems that Mel Gibson may be, well not at the top, but close to the top of his game with this over-the-top action extravaganza.

Gibson as the titular gringo plays an unnamed criminal who is nabbed

by Mexican authorities and sent to the notorious prison, El Pueblito.

Now El Pueblito is not your average correctional facility – the inmates have guns, if you have the money you can have your family come and live with you, and the whole shebang seems to be run by a dressing-gown clad crime boss, in need of a new liver, who is insistent on testing the blood of every new inmate.

At first, Gibson is forced to fend for himself in this topsy-turvy hell-hole until he befriends a street-wise 10-year-old boy who helps him navigate El Pueblito. It’s then up to the Gringo to save the boy and get the hell out of dodge.

Sure the plot might sound ridiculous – even wafer thin at times, but some understated “tough-guy” acting from one of the best in the business and some great action set-pieces more than make up for any other shortcomings.

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t’s been some time since we’ve heard anything from Beth Orton with her last album, ‘Comfort of Strangers’ being released in 2006. However, on this, her sixth studio album, it’s like the British chanteuse never went away.

The main difference here, however, is that Orton has eschewed the electronica foundations, courtesy of the likes of William Orbit, that was so evident on previous albums, for a much more soulfulfolk approach.

Orton has always been a singer that wasn’t afraid to wear her emotional heart on her sleeve and that hasn’t changed in the ensuing years, especially on the beautifully arranged tracks ‘Magpie’, ‘Candles’ and ‘State of Grace’.

It’s not often that an artist can release an album, after so long away from the game, that can rival earlier classic efforts.

However, it seems that Beth Orton may’ve just created a record that could, quite reasonably, stand alongside her 1996 set ‘Trailer Park’.

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alling all hip cats and cool kittens. It’s time to get your dancing shoes on and your hips shaking as the Cherry Poppin’ Daddies return to Australia.

Brian Setzer hit big with his orchestra, David Johansen created an entire alternative career as Buster Poindexter, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy fine-tuned the genre and even Bjork had a go with ‘It’s Oh So Quiet’ becoming her biggest hit – but nobody does jumpin’ swing rock and roll as well as the Cherry Poppin’ Daddies.

Your ears and sneakers will never have it so good as when the Daddies break out their signature foot tapping sound featuring ear popping horns, big guitars and pop-rivet drums mixing ska, rock and swing to establish what we know and love as the Cherry Poppin’ Daddies.

After sold out Oz shows last year, the Daddies promised to bring their dancing frenzy moves back again – and they’ve held good on that promise. There’ll be spinning, skanking and maybe even a little striptease – after all, this is a band out to entertain.

So grab a partner, your ‘Zoot Suits’ and your dancing shoes for an experience like no other when the Cherry Poppin’ Daddies swing their way back to Australia once again for what’s set to be a show not to be missed.

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ritten by the grandfather of comedy in Western literature, Moliere, ‘The School For Wives’ (‘L’ecole des femmes’), is a beguiling comedy that is replete with witty repartee, hilariously misguided decisions and a delightful feeling that we should all just relax and have a wine.

‘The School For Wives’ tells the story of a man with a problem. He wants desperately to get married but is afraid that a smart woman would cheat on him. His ingenious solution? Enlist the help of a local convent to raise a girl so stupidly innocent that she wont know the first thing about cheating. In his mind she will be the ever-faithful perfect wife. Or will she?

‘The School for Wives’ is one of Moliere’s finest comedies and has been

raising eyebrows in comic disbelief since it was performed more than 350 years ago.

Australian playwright Justin Flemming is translating Bell Shakespeare’s first Moliere production and he comes to the production after working extensively in theatre, musical theatre, television and cinema.

Also, following on from her success with ‘Twelfth Night’ in 2010, director Lee Lewis has joined Bell Shakespeare again to direct this chaotic and turbulent love story.

Lewis has worked for more than a decade in New York and has directed in Australia for STC, Griffin Theatre and Belvoir Street.

Catch ‘The School For Wives’ at the Civic Theatre from Thursday, October 11 to Saturday, October 13.

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has been well-received by both pundits and fans alike, reaching number two on the Triple J Unearthed roots charts, 35 on the overall charts, and has received a fair amount of attention worldwide on YouTube since it was released earlier this year.

Catch the Blake Saban 3 at the Wickham Park Hotel on Thursday, October 11.

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BRIGHT LIGHTS, BIG CITY lake Saban, Glendon Finlay and Beau Baker, who make up Tamworth natives, the Blake Saban 3, have gradually come together over the past three Tamworth Country Music Festivals, making waves from Sydney to Byron Bay. The band’s first album, ‘City of Light’, was recorded under the guidance of veteran engineer and producer Russell Pilling (The Church, Hoodoo Gurus, The Vines) at Sydney’s Damien Gerard Studios.

‘City of Light’ pays homage to their home town, Tamworth, where the independently funded three-piece released the record at the 2012 Tamworth Country Music Festival.

It’s been a busy 12 months for the boys, playing the Sydney Blues ‘n’ Roots festival last year, the Global Battle of the Bands NSW final in January and the GBOB Australasian Final in March 2012.

The first single, ‘You Drive Me Crazy’,

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he Hunter dancer who was among only 22 Australians to perform at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo in Scotland has returned home to help the next generation of talent to prosper.

Lara Tollard was recently welcomed home by her Highland dancing students, who are preparing for their special appearance at the Clan McEwan Scottish Night at the club on October 19.

Assisting with the preparations are Ms Tollard’s two sisters, Hannah and Ava, who are also accomplished Highland dancers and teachers.

“We have a wonderful relationship with Miss Lara and her dancing girls,” said Annette McEwan, pipe major and coordinator of the ‘Scottish Night’ event. “Their spot in our show is going to be very special.”

Ms McEwan said

that while the girls viewed Lara as a role model for what she has achieved through hard work and persistence, the important message for all was to enjoy dancing.

“Our first priority [is] that the children have fun with and enjoy the experience of Highland dancing and the Scottish culture, and that’s what our Scottish night is going to celebrate.”

The Scottish Night with the Clan McEwan Pipe Band and Lara Tollard’s Highland Dance School is on October 19 at the Belmont 16 Ft Sailing Club.

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f you ever wondered what it might sound like if German chanteuse Nico ever decided to start a band with 80s British dream poppers Felt, then wonder no more dear rock and roll fantasists as Californian duo Puro Instinct have definitely got you covered.

Formerly known as Pearl Harbour, founding members Piper and Skylar Kaplan began playing together in the summer of 2008 with essentially no experience and basically no idea what they were getting themselves into.

After a year or so, and after deciding that this musical collaboration was something worth pursuing, they put together a band and set to work on

crafting some ethereally dreamy pop melodies, armed with a barrage of generously intertwining guitar lines, reverb-drenched vocals and some haunting and atmospheric synth lines.

In their, thus far, short career, Puro Instinct have had the privilege of collaborating with pop guru Ariel Pink on the band’s breakthrough track ‘Stilyagi’ from their debut long player ‘Headbangers in Ecstacy’.

Despite its title, the album recalls a very West Coast 70s vibe of bands like Fleetwood Mac and the 80s British introspectiveness of bands like the Cure and the Cocteau Twins rather than anyone that would inspire a frenetic mosh pit.

Catch Puro Instinct when they play at the Terrace Bar on Wednesday, October 24.

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t is a truism of popular music that some bands thrive in the studio environment while others tend to thrive in the wide open expansiveness of the road. If there’s one band that was built to be out there on the highways and byways, espousing an addictively rolling and rambling family hoedown atmosphere it’s Kiwi outfit The Eastern.

The Eastern describe themselves as a “string band that roars like a punk band, that swings like a gospel band, that

drinks like a country band, that works like a bar band, that hopes like folk singers and sings love songs like union songs and wants to slow dance and dance on tables all at the same time.”

Anyone that caught a set on the band’s blistering east coast tour last year can certainly attest to the fact that the aforementioned quote is not just mere PR spin. These guys are the real deal.

Constantly on the road, The Eastern have shared stages and tours with the likes of Justin Townes Earle, Fleetwood

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hen Sydney outfit Regular John released their lurching, swirling behemoth of a record, ‘The Peaceful Atom is a Bomb’ in 2009, they essentially blew the doors off the Aussie music scene. This ARIAnominated slab of some of the finest fuzzed-up garage rock and roll out there caused many fans and wags alike to question Regular John’s ability to back it up with another quality release.

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“We have one job – that is to play like our lives depend on it. If you’re there to see us play then we owe you, not the other way around.”

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The Eastern are currently back in Oz to promote their latest and third long player – the sprawling double album ‘Hope and Wire’. This massive opus is built to spill over with heartfelt storytelling, lush harmonising and the grand barroom philosophising and old time fury for which the band has become known.

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t’s been quite a whirlwind 2012 thus far for Newcastle singersongwriter Bob Corbett after taking out one of the most

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“It was all media and adrenaline but that all kind of died down around May which gave me about a month before I headed off to the US and all the hoopla started up again. So, the only time I really had to scratch myself was May and that’s when I basically sat down and wrote the album - I switched the phones off and stole a bit of me time for myself.”

Corbett said winning the competition that launched the careers of the likes of Lee Kernaghan, Keith Urban and James Blundell has had definite advantages.

“It’s so clichéd, but it really does give you a foot in the door,” he said.

“It still spins me out – I was just at the Gympie Music Muster a couple of weeks ago and I had a look at my media schedule and there were people on there who would’ve never taken my calls before.

It’s all about gaining that access to that inner circle of the music industry.

“The other thing I’ve found, after looking from the outside for so many years, I’ve always had the question, who are the goodies and who are the

baddies, but there’s no real baddies in my opinion.”

Even though the new record is a solo effort, Corbett said he ended up enlisting the help of his band The Roo Grass Band on ‘Every Day Is A Festival’.

“One of the difficult things I’ve found in winning Star Maker is that I won it as Bob Corbett and not as Bob Corbett and the Roo Grass Band,” he said.

“With the Roo Grass Band stuff, I’m always writing with those guys in mind and winning solo meant that people wanted to put me with different musicians, but after about a week I ended up writing with them in mind anyway.”

Corbett enlisted Roo Grassers Rob Long, Dave Carter and Sue Carson for the album that was produced by Nash Chambers.

“I really could’ve been anyone to Nash, so I really took pains to convince him that I was in the process of establishing a brand and a sound – the Roo Grass Sound – and it would do nobody any favours if I went and made an album that sounded like I’ve been beaten into a different box. Nash took care of the rhythm section which was fine because we had Steve Fearnley who is Jimmy Barnes’ drummer and Chris Haig on Bass who harks back to the Gold Rush days with Tommy Emmanuel, so it was a real marriage between the two styles.”

While Corbett has always sat quite comfortably in the country genre, with this album no exception, he said he has always been interested in pushing the boundaries.

“There is a section of conservatism in country music that I always try to rebel against,” he said.

“If someone tells me they don’t like the style of hat I’m wearing, I want to put three on.”

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Featuring the risqué stylings of laugh merchants Chris Wainhouse (pictured), Amanda Gray, Paul Brasch and Gary Who, ‘Politically Incorrect’ comes direct from the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and fresh off the back of raucous, sold-out shows in Sydney and Melbourne. The show is a three hour extravaganza that is literally jam packed with all manner of naughtiness – a show that is guaranteed to tap into

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ncompassing the combined talents of Alisha Mitchell and Jason Bone, Ally B perform a wide range of music from blues, right through to pop, funk and rock.

Mitchell has performed in many Newcastle outfits such as Phonic and The Funky Do Das and has also featured in many musical theatre productions both here and in Sydney.

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Jason Bone, meanwhile, is no stranger to the stage, having worked in such bands as Fumi Boca, The Good and with Morgan Evans and Mark Wells.

With a track list that includes the likes of Marvin Gaye, Eva Cassidy, Lionel Ritchie, Violent Femmes and Joss Stone, Ally B truly offer something for everybody.

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BELMONT 16s: Wednesday, Michael Montgomery, Milton Ward; Friday, Blue Suede Rockers; Saturday, The Cruisers, Darren Percival Band; Sunday, Phillip Crawshaw.

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BREAKERS COUNTRY CLUB: Friday, Steve Twitchin.

BUDGEWOI SOCCER CLUB: Saturday, Girls With Guitars; Sunday, Paul Watters.

CAMBRIDGE HOTEL: Wednesday, Cast To Stone, Under Grey Skies, Rivalries; Friday, Winter People, The Falls, Riley and Donna; Saturday, Paper Kites, Art of Sleeping, Battleships.

CANTON BEACH SPORTS CLUB: Friday, Girls With Guitars.

CARDIFF RSL CLUB:: Friday, Gen X. CARDIFF PANTHERS: Thursday, Carer’s Expo.

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CROWNE PLAZA, Terrigal: Saturday, Shawn Lidster.

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DAM HOTEL: Thursday, Karaoke; Friday, Troy Henderson.

DAVISTOWN RSL: Thursday, Shawn Lidster; Friday, The Vibrations; Saturday, DJ Dave Parker.

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DOYALSON RSL: Saturday, Loko.

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FAMILY HOTEL, Maitland: Friday, Graeme Mills; Saturday, Spank n The Monkey.

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GATESHEAD TAVERN: Sunday, Paparazzi.

GEORGE TAVERN: Friday, Frank Wakewood.

GOSFORD RSL: Friday, Undiscovered; Saturday, Steve Twitchin’ Duo; Sunday, Radio Bandits.

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ORANA HOTEL: Friday, DLove; Jelly Wrestling; Saturday, Rip It Up, Pole Dancing Championship.

PAXTON HOTEL: Saturday, Whiskey Tango Foxtrot.

PEDENS, Cessnock: Friday, Lee Rolfe; Saturday, Open Fire.

PIPPI’S AT THE POINT: Friday, Daniel Nicholas, Sundays Record; Saturday, Co-Pilots; Sunday, Jungle Kings.

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Charmed, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sure at old-school Wicko TRICIA MOROSIN

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aking my way through the main entrance of the Wickham Park Hotel â&#x20AC;&#x201C; or as the locals affectionately call it, the Wicko â&#x20AC;&#x201C; I am not surprised to encounter an abundance of old-school charm, especially considering the Islington icon has been around since the 1930s.

As I arrive, a band is setting up in the front room and Wicko owner, Stephen

Lawrence, tells me that live music is an important feature of the pub, with a variety of bands playing from Wednesday to Sunday.

My partner and I are then led out into the beer garden, where I actually am taken aback by the expansive and modern landscaped area. With stylish long benches and wooden pylons surrounded by palm trees, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s almost resort-style dining in this area.

We start off with some cheesy garlic bread to share, however Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m wishing I opted to save belly space instead once my enormous chicken parmigiana

arrives. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s literally huge and you can tell itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s freshly crumbed on site; complemented with creamy mash and steamed but still crisp veggies.

My partner gets the rump steak with chips and salad. He tells me itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cooked perfectly (or rather not cooked, because he likes his steak rare).

Resident chef, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Froggieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, has been with the Wicko for years and comes out of the kitchen to ensure weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve enjoyed the food and to tell us their summer menu â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with more salad options â&#x20AC;&#x201C; is on its way.

All in all itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hearty food at reasonable

prices and if you go there on one of their special nights, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s even more cost effective â&#x20AC;&#x201C; on Tuesday night itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rump steak with salad and chips for $12 and on Wednesday and Thursday nights you can get chicken schnitzel for $12 or lamb shanks on mash for $17.

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Friday and Saturday: lunch (12pm3pm) and dinner (5pm-9pm).

Sunday: lunch (12pm-4pm) and dinner (5pm-8:45pm). www.thewicko.com.au.

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ans of the beguiling and oft-mysterious art of the sideshow can rejoice as one of the region’s foremost purveyors of the sideshow genre and most celebrated circus freak, Dangerboy, will be premiering his new show at Lizotte’s this weekend.

Dubbed ‘Cabaret of the Flesh’ this one-off show will feature all manner of freakish feats that are sure to force more than one jaw to drop in amazement.

For those not in the know, sideshow is essentially the poor cousin to circus as sideshows were usually secondary attractions to what was going on in the big top. Think geek shows and bearded ladies and you’re somewhere in the vicinity.

“The show is all about exhibiting freaks of nature and unusual talents, much like the old sideshows of days gone by,” Dangerboy said.

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“Although, ‘Cabaret of the Flesh’ steps further into discovering the inner freak of the audience. I want to challenge the audience to find beauty in places they might not have thought to look before – even within themselves.

“I can guarantee that nobody will have ever seen a show quite like this one.”

Dangerboy, who said he is more of a host this time around, rather than the star attraction, described his act as attempting “feats of human endurance”, came to national attention via the televised talent quest Australia’s Got Talent when he sparked controversy with his razorblade-eating act. Some of his more unusual talents include the ability to walk barefoot on broken glass, lay on a bed of nails and eat fire.

Also on the bill will be Deb Roach, who recently won the International Pole Dancing Championship – innocuous enough, until you realise that Roach was born without most of her left arm.

“Deb is just amazing,” Dangerboy said.

“She’s an absolute powerhouse who embodies the idea of challenging limitations.”

Also on the bill amongst an eclectic mix of fringe talent will be the transgressive, transgender artist Norrie May-Wellbe – the first person in the world to have their gender marked as an X on a passport.

“The show is all about encouraging the audience to find beauty in unusual places, and there’s definitely a lot to be found in ‘Cabaret of the Flesh’.

Don’t miss ‘Cabaret of the Flesh’, which is on at Lizotte’s Lambton this coming Saturday, October 13.

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HEY BATTER, BATTER STEPHEN BISSET

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f there’s one band currently doing the rounds on the Aussie scene at the moment who can’t be accused of resting on their laurels, it’s Brisbane five-piece, Ball Park Music.

After releasing their first album, ‘Happiness and Surrounding Suburbs’ at the start of 2011, and in between a rigorous touring schedule, Ball Park Music managed to find the time to

write and record their second long player, ‘Museum’. While frontman Sam Cromack told the Post that it certainly was a busy time after the release of ‘Happiness…’ (the album delivered two songs, ‘It’s Nice To Be Alive’ and ‘All I Want Is You’ in this year’s Triple J Hottest 100), finding the time to pen new tracks was never an issue for the band.

“It really was a busy time where you get the feeling that your life is spinning out of control,” Cromack said while unwinding from a 9-and-a-half hour stretch at his barista day job.

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“Amidst all of that, I still managed to write because it’s something that I’ve always done – songs have always found a way to mosey into my life.

“We actually ended up with enough material for a double album – although I really hate double albums so there’s no chance of any of that.”

Cromack said that ‘Museum’, rather than being a radical departure from ‘Happiness…’, was a continuation of the playful, yet multi-faceted indie-rock sound that the band achieved on their debut outing.

“Built is a good word to use rather than differ because, in many ways we approached this album the same way,” he explained.

“The concept of doing it quite quickly as a way of challenging us as a band and the idea of not overthinking things was part of this record, as it was on the last one.”

Ball Park Music, once again enlisted the production services of Matt Redlich (Hungry Kids of Hungry) and

Cromack said they may have found a musical kindred spirit in Redlich, much like the Flaming Lips and producer, Dave Fridmann.

“The first time we ever recorded with him it was one of those light-bulb moments,” he said.

“He really understands the way we want to approach our music and where we’re coming from – when you find something like that, you’ve got to cherish it.”

Catch Ball Park Music at the Bar on the Hill on Friday, October 26 with special guests, Loon Lake.

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f it’s blues you want, then it’s blues you’re going to get at the Lake Macquarie Yacht Club this weekend when they play host to a special event celebrating all things of the 12-bar variety.

Three of Newcastle’s most rocking bands – DV8, Stone Free and the Kamikaze Cowboys, will be on hand at the blues extravaganza that kicks off at 2pm. When it comes to the elder statesmen of Newie rock title, few can lay a more legitimate claim than DV8.

All the favourite DV8 originals are there in the current set - ‘I Want Your Body’, ‘Down to the Sea’, ‘Dry Your Eyes’, ‘Back to Basics’, ‘Kings X’ along with new tracks and a collection of blues rock covers from favourite artists such as Jimi Hendrix, Deep Purple and Texas blues rock ‘n’ shuffle favourites ZZ Top, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Johnny Winter.

Catch this special event at Lake Macquarie Yacht Club on Sunday, October 14.

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ere’s one with a difference.

This is the story of Joe, a Charolais steer born in 2007.

Early in 2008, Guyra couple Linda and Glen Martin bought him to fatten as a show steer. After realising this would take a while to accomplish, they everntually returned Joe to his original owners, Gary and Sandy Morgan.

Linda led her mate to the paddock and was always going to ‘truck’ Joe, however Sandy would always hide him, but his increasing size made this task a little difficult.

Looking for ideas and excuses to keep Big Joe, Linda and Sandy came up with the novel idea of using Big Joe to raise money for cancer research – something that had touched both families.

It was decided that the pair would organise merchandise to sell and also run a ‘guess Big Joe’s weight’ competition at local show. Linda even enlisted the help of her uncle,

Newcastle muso Mel Sommers, to write a song about Big Joe to help raise funds.

The fundraising drive began at Tenterfield with his correct weight guessed as a whopping 1180 kilos.

However, during a break before strutting his stuff at Casino Beef Week, Joe unfortunately died, along with a number of cattle on the property after being fed a batch of contaminated grain. This left the novel fundraising drive in limbo, until Sommers and the Steel City Country Music Club came to the rescue.

Over the years the club has raised thousands of dollars for various charities and now, after enlisting the help of Aussie country music legends Rod McCormack and Gina Jeffreys (pictured), they will be hosting a special fundraising concert at the Five Islands Recreation Club on Sunday, October 21 from 3pm.

Tickets are $25 with all profits raised going to cancer research.

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Sat Oct 13 The Smarts Sat Oct 20 Steve Werren Fri Oct 26 Karaoke Sat Oct 27 Phase 3

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THE IDEA OF NORTH

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ot on the heels of the release of their highly-anticipated EP, ‘Young North’ Melbourne indie-folksters The Paper Kites will be heading to Newcastle this weekend.

The band created quite a stir when they released their beautifully produced debut EP ‘Woodland’ but, as those who have caught the new EP already can attest, ‘Young North’ builds on what the band accomplished on ‘Woodland’ to create five tracks that bristle with creative energy while still maintaining the dreamy meanderings that were so evident on ‘Woodland’.

The lead track, ‘A Marker of My Time’, is a near perfect amalgam of the dreampop/folk of tracks like ‘Featherstone’ or ‘The Mortal Boy King’ and the shoegazing guitar noodling of bands like Built to Spill.

The band have toured with the likes of Boy and Bear and Josh Pyke and ‘Featherstone’ was featured in the show ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ while their hit ‘Bloom’ has, thus far, been viewed more than a million times on YouTube. With all of this already under their belts in their short career, it seems, with the release of ‘Young North’, The Paper Kites will go from strength to strength in 2013.

Catch The Paper Kites when they play at the Cambridge Hotel on Saturday, October 13.

New name, same sound

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hey may have recently changed their name from Dirty Love to D.Love, but that’s not to say you can’t expect the same highly-polished show this band has been putting on around the Newcastle traps for years.

D.Love has a diverse musical background and years of experience and have a huge ‘all killer, no filler’ set encompassing the likes of Kings of Leon, The Doors, AC/DC, Guns ‘n’ Roses, MGMT, Katy Perry, Paul Kelly,

The Potbellez and Michael Jackson. No one can accuse these guys of sticking to one genre, yet they also manage to put their own individual spin on each track, leaving audiences waiting more at the end of each energetic set.

Sporting a dual male/female vocal attack, D.Love can tackle almost anything and, driven by a common love of all things music, they also share formal classical musical credentials and a rock-solid chemistry. Catch D.Love when they play at the Orana Hotel on Friday, October 12.

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16 Seacliff Place

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uilt on an oceanfront reserve location, this two-storey house makes the most of its delightfully picturesque views of the lake and channel.

Sea for miles

Bed: 3 | Bath: 3 | Car: 2

Th ree bedrooms are located on the fi rst level and there is a spa, walk-in wardrobe, kitchenette and a private verandah.

An office or potential fourth bedroom

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is located upstairs along with an openstyle kitchen, a living area, formal dining room and formal dining room with private verandah.

The house also has polished

floorboards throughout and ducted airconditioning.

For more information, phone Raine and Horne Blacksmiths on 4971 5071.

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4 3 2+ Caves Beach Your Own Coastal Oasis

View Saturday 12 - 12:30pm Agent Andrew McGrath 0428 406 442

• Located in the prestigious Pinny Beach Estate • Ocean front reserve property • Coastline, beach, lake & channel views • Set on a big block over 1000m2 • Formal & informal living w/ polished floors

• Big kitchen w/ plenty of storage & ocean views • Private veranda, kitchene e & ensuite • Formal dining area w/ views • Walk to Spoon Rocks breakwall

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• Single level brick & tile home • Ensuite & walk-in to main bedroom • Living & dining w/ floating floors

• Open kitchen & family • Covered ent. area • Level fenced yard • Vehicle access for boats, vans & trailer

Price $410,000 3 1+ 2 R H Blacksmiths Belmont South 4971 5071 Lakeside living View By appointment Agent Andrew McGrath 0428 406 442

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• Close to je y & boat ramp, Raffertys • Lake at end of street • Modern kitchen w/ dishwasher • Bathroom w/ spa

• Polished floors to airconditioned living • Covered rear deck • Monster double garage & rumpus • Inspect today

Price $465,000

3 1+ 2+ R H Blacksmiths Blacksmiths It all starts here 4971 5071 View By appointment Agent Andrew McGrath 0428 406 442

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• Single level clad and iron home • Modern kitchen • Formal living & dining • Level 626m2 block

• Less than 350m to beach • Vehicle access for boats, vans & trailer • Ideal investment or weekender

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• Close to shops, schools area & beach • Open plan style kitchen/ • Modern kitchen & dining bathroom • Built ins to bedrooms • Polished floors to living • Covered rear deck

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Price $325,000 3 1 1 R H Blacksmiths Swansea 4971 5071 BARGAIN BUY View By appointment Agent Andrew McGrath 0428 406 442

• Walk to lake, shops, • Covered rear veranda schools & clubs • Level fenced yard w/ • 3 good size bedrooms vehicle access all w/ built-ins • Detached single • Two living areas garage & rumpus

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Price $398,000 3 1+ 2 R H Blacksmiths Caves Beach 4971 5071 Caves Beach Bargain

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Little charmer

Bed: 3 | Bath: 1 | Car: 2

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uilt on a 588-square-metre block, this three-bedroom house is in close proximity to schools, shops, transport, parklands and playing fields.

The house has three bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes and high ceilings and polished floorboards throughout.

For Sale: $299,000

The property has wide driveway access and a detached garage that was previously used as a flat or retreat. Th is property could be a good opportunity for the fi rst home buyer or investor.

For more information, phone Bill Shepherd Real Estate on 4958 4988.

Inspect: By appointment.

Blackalls Park

Room to grow

5 South Parade Bed: 2 | Bath: 1 | Car: 1

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itting pretty on an 1169-squaremetre block, this three-bedroom house is close to all amenities and public transport.

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For Sale: $310,000

third bedroom space.

The property has a large backyard and there is potential for the addition of a granny flat, subject to council approval.

For more information, phone First National Lake Macquarie on 4950 8555.

Inspect: By appointment.

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Bolwarra

Step back in time

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First impressions count

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58 Kensington Road Bed: 4 | Bath: 1 | Car: 6

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uilt on a 4074-square-metre block with frontage to the Hunter River, this four-bedroom, circa 1950s house makes the most of the tranquil rural views.

The house has an open-plan kitchen area with a walk-in pantry and many original period features including high ceilings

For Sale: Auction

and ornate cornices.

The property has a double garage with a workshop area as well as a four-car carport and a garden shed.

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

irst impressions are lasting, so suitable presentation of your property is critical. Your agent can advise you of changes that should be made which could add value or increase the attractiveness of your property. A good guide is to remove everything that is not absolutely essential. Here are some simple suggestions that will help achieve the highest price possible.

Outdoors – A bright, happy home invites inspection. Keep lawn trimmed and edged and flower beds cultivated. Remove leaves from paths and verandas. Ensure windows are sparkling.

De-clutter – Th is is most important – clear away all clutter, clean surfaces and ensure all fi xtures are operational.

Remove objects from the floor (children’s toys etc) that might cause accidents. Keep front entrance and stairways clear.

Sparkling interior – Clean walls, floors and skirting boards, marks on the carpet or around light switches.

Keep kitchen benches clear and do not leave dishes in the sink.

Bedrooms – Neat orderly rooms look larger. Tidy the bedrooms for a spacious appearance.

Keep all drawers and wardrobe doors closed. Avoid busy patterns on quilt covers.

Bathrooms – Bright, clean bathrooms sell houses. Remove personal items and use a lightly scented atomiser to ensure the room smells fresh and inviting.

Lounge room – A minimal approach will always look cleaner and more importantly, spacious.

Make sure the room is free from clutter and pay particular attention to the entertainment area and bookshelves. Remove dust and ensure cords are neat and out of sight.

Kitchen – Clean sink, stove, oven and grill. Ensure all open food products are out of sight.

Leave the house – Avoid having too many people present during inspections to avoid potential purchasers feeling crowded or uncomfortable.

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COMMUNITY Adamstown Old Blokes: Meet @ The Dungeon, Adamstown Uniting Church, 1st & 3rd Tues 9,30am-12pm. Vic 4957 3888 or John 4943 5316.

Adult Literacy Volunteer Tutor Training Course: Glendale and Hamilton TAFE. Phone Janette, Judy or Janet on 49 791 631 or 49 699 461.

Bible study: Non-denominational, Mon, 7.30pm. 4950 6708.

Bicycles: Free pushbike parts, help and workshops. Fri and Sat, 9am-5pm, the Newcastle Bike Ecology Centre, 106 Robert St, Islington. 4961 6582.

Bushwalking: Lake Macquarie Bushwalkers Inc. Walks Wed. and Sat. Spring/Summer Walks Program is now on the website.

Visit lakemacquariebushwalkers.org or ring 49447502 Child Sponsorship. Actionaid Child Sponsorship Program.

1300 6666 72 or visit actionaid.org.au.

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

Choir: Novatones Men’s Harmony Chorus, each Thurs. 7.00 pm, St. Therese’s Primary School Hall, Royal Rd., New Lambton.

4948 8476 or 4997 0559 Choir: Lake Singers, each Wed, 7.30pm, Uniting Church Hall, 1st St, Booragul. 4963 2077. Newcastle City Choir, Wed, 7.30pm-9.30pm, Mayfield Uniting Church, Highfield St. 49674401.

Chorus: Honeysuckle Chorus – 4-part harmony singing. Mon 6.30-9pm “The Place” Charlestown Square Community Centre.

Lesley 0401 393 366.

Craft Morning: Belmont Country Women’s Assoc craft, Tues, 9am-1.30pm, Senior Citizens Hall. Glover St Belmont.

Dads in Distress: Call 1300 853 437 or visit www. dadsindistress.asn.au to find your nearest peer support group or local worker. DIDSS Support Group, Wed 7.30pm Tighes Hill School.

Domestic Violence Resource Centre: 4927 8529 for information and support.

Fellowship of Australian Writers: Lake Macquarie last Saturday 2-4pm, Toronto Multipurpose Centre 9 Thorne Street, Toronto. 4977 2956 or 0403 584 449.; Friends of Belmont Birthing: Spring picnic Sunday Oct 21, at King Edward park from 10-2. For enquiries please email friendsofbelmontbirthing@gmail.com.

Healthy Gardening Group: Meeting 2nd Tue Coal Point Progress Association hall from 7pm. Monthly outings. 4959 3470.

Ladies Barbershop: Mon The Place, Charlestown Square 6.609.00pm. 4359 3339 or 0401 393 366.

Lake Macquarie Support Services: Seeking volunteers.

Various positions needed. Ruth 4972 1318.

Lifeball: Modified netball over 50s Warners Bay every Friday from 9.30am. Phone Barbara 4947 3650.

Mahjong: Social only. Lake Macquarie Yacht Club, Belmont 1pm-3pm every Tuesday.

Markets: Toronto Baptist Church, The Boulevarde, Toronto from 8am. Something for everyone. In aid of project in South Asia. Contact: 40231356 Maryland Markets: First sat, Maryland Multipurpose Centre, 207 Maryland Drive, Maryland. 8am-1pm. Stallholder enquiry

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Men’s Shed: Elermore Vale open 9am-4pm Mon-Fri. Meeting 1st Wed from 7pm Rear 129 Croudace Road, Elermore Vale.

4951 4651.

Nudist Club: inquiries from families and couples. Details via roscoclub.org or 0429 832 392.

Older Women’s Network: 1ST Thurs The Loft , Wolfe St Newcastle, 9.30am. Marion 4970 4447.

Photography Competition: July 21 & 22 Timbury Hall, Anglican care Village Booragul. 4958 6300.

Red Cross: South Lakes Branch looking for people who would like to help raise funds to keep the service functioning. Meet 3rd Monday, Community Service Centre, Cooronbong. Betty 4977 2213 or Brenda 4977 2939. Wallsend 1st Mon 10am12pm Wallsend Sporties, Fogo St Wallsend. 4965 6081 or 4023 1446.

Red Cross: Stall Maryland Markets, Marylands Neighbourhood Centre 1st Sat 8am-12pm.

Red Cross Volunteers: Full training and ongoing support is provided. 165 Lambton Road Broadmeadow. 1800 827 677.

Reflexology: Belmont Neighbourhood Centre. 4947 0031.

Retired Friends Group: companionship and activities for seniors. Thurs 10am-2pm Church of the Good Shepherd, Joslin St Kotara Sth. 4943 0103.

SIDS and Kids: Support group fourth Wed Multipurpose Singles: 60 year +. Numerous activities. 4959 3172, 4961 5626.

Singles: Christian group, 1st & 3rd Fri. Belair Baptist Church, Adamstown. 4971 0053 or 0407 251 204.

Singles: Over 50s friendship group. 0412 773 886.

Social Circle: Singles, widows & widowers aged 60-70. 0409 712 795.

Tax help: Free help available to low income earners with basic tax returns. By appointment 4947 0031.

Walking. Heart Foundation Walking groups. Suits majority of fitness levels. 4915 8003.

CLUBS Adamstown Combined Pensioners: Bus trip 2nd Tue, bingo Fri from 11am. 4952 7000.

Belmont Country Women’s Association: Craft every Tues, 9am - 1.30pm in Senior Citizen’s Hall, Glover Street, Belmont.

4958 5519.

Belmont Lantern Club: AGM, Monday, Aug 6, Tingira Centre, Floraville Road Floraville, 2pm. Nanette Bingham 4971 4165.

Bushwalking: Hunter Area Walkabout Club, summer coastal walks program. Visit thehawcs.limewebs.com, phone 4944 7502 or email hawcss@gmail.com Cloggers: Newcastle, Mon, 7pm, Jesmond Neighbourhood Centre, 4951 5809.

Concert band: Western Lake Macquarie Concert Band, rehearsal Tues Westlake Music Centre from 7pm - 9pm (in school term). 0421 663 020.

Croquet: Newcastle National Park Croquet Club. Free regular lessons for all ages. 4959 2083.

Kiwanis: East Maitland meetings, Bank Hotel, 1st and 3rd Mon from 6.30pm. 4934 3661.

Laughter Club: Islington Park every Sat, 10.30am. All ages.

0417 293388 or 0403 043 647.

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Lions Club: Warners Bay the 1st and 3rd Thurs nights, 6.30pm for 7pm start. Lions Hall, Sweet St, Warners Bay. 4943 5909.

Elemore Vale 2nd & 4th Tue, Wallsend Diggers from 6.30pm.

0412 110220.

Rock’n’Roll Dance: The Eagle Rock Dance Club, every Wed, 6.45pm the Cardiff Bowling Club. Call Richard: 041332025.

Rotary: Hunteract Hunter Rotary for 18-30 year olds.

Fortnightly meetings Newcastle/Lake Macquarie. 0403 013 604 or 0425 248 278. Wallsend, each Tues, 7.15 – 8.30am, Lemon Grove Hotel. 0437 479 810.

Toastmasters: Alpha Toastmasters Club, every Mon 6.45pm Newcastle Panthers. 49555011. Wallsend Toastmasters Club, Thurs, 7pm - 9.30pm, Wallsend Diggers Club. 4951 1830. Port Hunter Toastmasters. Meetings, Mon 6.30pm, Mayfield Sports & Recreation Club. 4951 5234. Newcastle Toastmasters, 1st & 3rd Thurs, 7pm the Cricketers Arms, Cooks Hill. 0415 081 610.

VIEW: Wallsend, 3rd Mon 10.30am, function 4th Mon, Wallsend Diggers Club 4954 9421. Nobbys Evening, South Newcastle Leagues Club, 1st Tues, 6.15pm, 4954 9286. Redhead, 1st Wed Central Leagues Club 11am. 4944 7483. Beresfield, 1st Wed Beresfield Bowling Club from 10:30am, 4966 4649. Belmont 3rd Wednesday, 10.30am Charlestown Leagues. 4967 7068.

Belmont 3rd Wed 10.30am. Charlestown Central Leagues Club.

4967 7068.

PARENTING Early Learning Centre: 2 Glenfield Road, Toronto. 4950 5220.

Grandparents as Parents: Charlestown, Wed during school term, St Alban’s Anglican Church, 10am - 1pm. 4922 1500.

Fennel Bay. Tuesday 12.30pm – 2pm (during school term).

Community Centre Fennel Bay school. 4948 8744 Mainly music: For pre-schoolers and their carers. Term-time Fridays, 9.30am. Church of the Good Shepherd, Joslin Street, Kotara South. 4943 0103.

MyTime: Program for families living with children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions. Wed (fortnightly) Biraban Community Centre, Toronto 9.30-11.30am. 0411 750 371.

Newcastle Multiple Birth Club Inc: Support, social events and information for parents of multiples. 0407 431 339.

Playgroups: Belmont Neighbourhood Centre, 4947 0031. Belmont Valentino’s, Wed,10am - 12pm, Belmont Uniting Church.

0420 979 426. Bright Ideas’ Playtime, Tues 10am – 11am, Adamstown Uniting Church. 4957 1887. Gecko Playgroup, Wed, 10am - 12pm, Grace Evangelical Church, Lake Rd Glendale. 4009 1458. Charlestown Chatterboxes, Wed, 9.30am - 11.30am, Charlestown Multipurpose Centre, 4946 9470.

Charlestown, every Fri (except school hols), 10am - 12pm.

Garden Suburb Community Hall. 4943 0385.“Y Kids” Cooks Hill, 10am - 12pm, Thurs, 4929 2954. Edgeworth/Glendale, Wed, 10am, Edgeworth Neighbourhood Centre.4958 3002.

Glendore Public School Hall, Tues, 9am-11am, Maryland Drive, Maryland, 4955 6636. Hamilton South Tiny Tots, Wed, 10am, Hamilton South Community Hall, 4963 1964. Kilaben Bay Playgroup, Wed, 10am - 12pm, Kilaben Bay Hall, 0411 481 576.

Little Possums, Fri, 10am - 12pm, Charlestown Multipurpose Centre, 4942 6612. Kotara/New Lambton, Tues, 10am - 12pm, Uniting Church, Grinsell St, 4952 4338. Kotara South, Mon

and Thurs, 10am - 12pm, Church of Good Shepherd, Kotara.

4952 7850. Lambton Rugrats, Mon 9.30am - 11.30am, St John’s Anglican Church Hall, 0427 420657. Mayfield Honey Jumbles Playgroup, Fri, 10am - 12pm, St Andrew’s Anglican Church, 0416 407 556. Multicultural Playgroup, Mon, 10am - 12pm, 11 Turana Pde, North Lambton, 0407 864 884. St Luke’s Uniting Church, Belmont North, Fri 10am - 12pm, Williamson Hall, 4945 0258. Plattsburg Playmates, Mon, 9am - 11am, Plattsburg Public School, Wallsend, 4951 7732. Redhead Rugrats, Thurs 9.30am – 11.30am, Girl Guides Hall, Redhead. 0409 916 451. Toronto Baptist Church Playtime, Crn of The Boulevard and Jindalee Rd, Toronto, Thurs and Fri, 10am - 12pm. 0405 648371. Playtime at Morisset Baptist church Hall. Thurs 10am12pm. Sue 4977 3789. Happy Feet, Tues 10am-12pm Morisset Multi Purpose Centre 0400 304 153. Wangi Playgoup. Mon (not in school or public holidays) 9,30am-11.30am Wangi Public school hall. 0404 141 469. Georgetown Little Rascals, Tue & Thurs 10am-12pm St Matthew’s Church hall, Wentworth St, Georgetown. 0419 270 529. Surfing Mums. For children and their carers. Mon 8am Bar Beach. 0431 019 582. Wallsend Wrigglers, Fri 9.30-11.30am Globe Church, 55a Wentworth Street, Wallsend. 0403 790 606.

HEALTH Anxiety Support: Email support group for women, contact eilish@pacific.net.au.

Bereaved by Suicide: Monthy support groups, Newcastle, Maitland, Nelson Bay. Lifelinehunter.org.au or Kate on 0425 272 344.

CDAT (Community Drug Action Team): Morisset Multi Purpose Centre. 4973 7000. ups: Small groups with a facilitator meet fortnightly for social activities local businesses and attractions. Novacare. 1300 363 654.

Hunter Dementia and Memory Centre: 2 Percy St, Hamilton.

4962 7000.

Hunter Women’s Centre: Alternative therapies. 4968 2511.

Overeaters Anonymous: Day and night meetings. 4966 3082.

Post Polio Support: Hunter area group. 1st Wed from 10.30am Toronto District Workers Club. 4957 5254.

Prostate Cancer: 4th Wed, 7pm the Cancer Council, 22 Lambton Rd, Broadmeadow. 4928 1340.

Reflexology: Tue, Belmont Neighbourhood Centre. Bookings 4947 0031.

Scleroderma/Lupus Support: Meeting Thurs Aug 16 11am1pm. The Place , Charlestoen Community Centre, Charlestown Square. Julie 4982 5254.

Tai Chi: Wellness classes. Mon to Fri Broadmeadow. 0439 696 836.

Westlakes Stroke Recovery: 1st & 3rd Mon, Wangi Workers Club from 10am. 4970 5711 or 4973 1303.

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ACADEMY MATTERS

by Ken Clifford, CEO

“We did start the game nervously”

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t wasn’t the ideal start to the new season, with the Jets conceding a goal within a minute. Would you put it down to a lack of focus?

It really is a hard one to pinpoint.

I’d say that it was probably more down to nerves on our part. We had a few new players starting and a few young players and I think we did start the game quite nervously.

Did losing the toss and having to kick into the teeth of a strong southerly wind in the fi rst half make it difficult to play the free-flowing passing game that Gary Van Egmond wanted?

Yeah, defi nitely. We really did want to place a strong emphasis on our passing game but the wind did play its part and did affect our rhythm in the fi rst half.

You would have expected that, with the benefit of the wind, you would have been able to apply some real pressure on Adelaide in the second half. How did the 57th-minute sending off of Mark Birighitti disrupt your plans?

We were really starting to get back into the game in the second half

and we had a few good chances. The sending off put us on the back foot again and made it really difficult to come back from the early goal. It was quite frustrating.

The new marquee signing, Emile Heskey, didn’t have too many opportunities to shine. How do you see his role developing over the coming weeks?

Emile is going to be a fantastic player for us. Just seeing him at training is very encouraging. He hasn’t been here long, so I think it’s a case of him understanding us and us understanding him, but I imagine his role will defi nitely develop over the coming weeks.

Next week you travel to play Sydney FC, who also lost their first game.

Neither team will want to start the season losing two on the bounce.

What changes do you envisage for that game, personnel-wise or tactically?

To be honest, that’s probably a question best answered by Gary Van Egmond but I won’t be at all surprised if there are some changes, both to the starting line-up and tactically.

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he need for adequate hydration in active people (particularly youngsters and particularly as our weather gets warmer) is crucial for the prevention of heat stress.

Th irst is regarded as a late indicator of poor hydration, and in fact once thirst is apparent, dehydration has already begun and may be quite advanced in some cases.

Coaches and parents should note the following tips in order to ensure that youngsters do not dehydrate when involved in physical activity.

1. Remind children and adults to take a drink bottle with them to work, school, training or sport. It may be necessary to have two bottles for long sessions – one with flavoured fluid and one with water.

2. If you are the coach, take an extra supply of drink bottles and a large container of water for refi lling bottles on carnival days. Encourage each athlete to bring their own bottle as sharing is not hygienic.

3. Keep fluids cool in summer and not frozen in winter! Cool fluids are more palatable and refreshing and are more likely to be drunk in adequate amounts.

4. Be prepared to rest players if they show signs of heat stress or dehydration. It may even be necessary to postpone or delay

activity until the weather conditions improve on very hot days.

5. Plan activity time to avoid the hottest part of the day to optimise player safety.

6. Use time off from activity to ‘top up’ on fluids and cool down in very hot weather.

7. Actively remind kids to drink as they often become ‘too busy’ to think about drinking and will wait until they are thirsty to take in fluid.

Th is may be too late.

8. Be prepared to vary fluid intake depending on the environmental conditions.

9. Run some checks on fluid losses during activity by weighing the kids before and after training. Teach them how to estimate fluid needs on different days by calculating loss against intake. One litre of fluid roughly equates to one kilogram of weight loss.

10. Remind them to check the colour of their urine to assess their level of hydration during the day and after activity.

11. Practice hydration at training – this will develop good habits and an increased awareness of their needs.

12. Aim to get kids drinking enough to satisfy their thirst plus another one or two mouthfuls in the rehydration phase.

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CORNER POST with Josh Mitchell from the Newcastle Jets

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SPORT

Climbing to new heights Near perfect conditions makes for a thrilling 2012 Mattara Hillclimb AMELIA PARROTT

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ev-heads, hoons or motoring enthusiasts – whatever the name, they were out in full force at King Edward Park over the Labour Day long weekend to take in the high speed thrills of the Mattara Hillclimb.

The racing gods were kind to spectators and drivers, with conditions on near perfect compared to the troublesome weather that has plagued the event in recent years.

Coffs Harbour driver, Dave Morrow, of the Kempsey Sporting Car Club (KSCC), was the standout performer on both days, taking out the fi nal round of the NSW Hillclimb Championship on Sunday and the Tri-challenge Hillclimb event on Monday in his 1.3litre Krygger Suzuki.

Mr Morrow fi nished just 0.15 seconds ahead of crowd favourite, Doug Barry, from Mudgee, but fell short of securing an overall series win with Mr Barry taking home the championship trophy for the fi rst time.

Mr Morrow clocked his fastest time on Monday in the Tri-challenge Hillclimb, with a time of 36.08 seconds – more than a second ahead of fellow KSCC member, Darren Read, who placed second.

Local drivers from the Newcastle MG Car Club also performed well on the day with Amy Mrcela placing third outright in both events and Maitland driver, Peter Robinson, placing fourth in the Tri-challenge Hillclimb and sixth in the NSW Championship event.

Crowds enjoyed thrilling racing at the Mattara Hillclimb

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