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pposition Leader, Tony Abbott, last month called for an inquiry into childcare in Australia, only to be oneupped by Federal Childcare Minister, Kate Ellis, with the promise of a $1.3 million Child Care Flexibility Fund and a payrise for childcare workers. Unfortunately, these pre-election promises will do little for the many Hunter parents anxiously waiting to see if their children will make it into daycare. Merewether mother, Melissa Hayles, went through this painful process with her two sons Archer (3) and Emmett (18 months). At 20 weeks pregnant she put Archer’s name on waiting lists, but still hasn’t found a place for him after 12 months on maternity leave. “It was really stressful, especially as the time got closer to go back to work,� Ms Hayles said. “When I put his name down, some people even asked ‘Was I pregnant?’ – so people are putting their names down before they’re even pregnant because the wait lists are so long.� Last month, Ms Hayles was shocked to receive a placement offer for Archer – only two-and-ahalf years after putting his name down. Erin Brown from Valentine is currently pregnant and also mistakenly thought she was getting in early at 20 weeks. “They said ‘No, you’re actually too late’,� Ms Brown told the Post. “It’s scary and there are so many things to do at this point that the last thing you want to worry about is something that won’t happen for another nine months.� Newcastle Councillor and mother of three, Nuatali Nelmes, said it is extremely difficult to secure a place in the 0-2 age group and there needs to be “more done to encourage the industry�. “[The reality is] you can earn more money working in a carwash than being a childcare worker,� Ms Nelmes said.

GRANTING WISHES Local not-for-profit organisations are being encouraged to get in quick and apply for a grant of up to $5,000 to support their volunteers, as part of the Federal Government’s Volunteer Grants program. “The Volunteer Grants are one of the most popular funding programs, with many local volunteer organisations having received a funding boost through this stream,� Charlton MP, Greg Combet, said.

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t’s not you. It’s us. In case you were worried you’d overindulged in chocolate eggs over the Easter weekend or had taken the wrong pill this morning, I can confi rm that the front page of the Post is indeed green. We’re joining in the excitement around the roll out of Lake Macquarie Council’s new green waste service, which kicks off this week. If you live in Lake Macquarie, the green matter from your garden – clippings, weeds, grass etc – will now be collected every fortnight and used as mulch and compost in parks, at sporting grounds and community gardens around the neighbourhood. It’s a fantastic initiative and we congratulate Lake Macquarie Council for making it happen. For more, turn to page 3. On another note, how was your Easter? Was it characterised by relaxing with your family or the opposite, getting done all those jobs you’ve saved up for weeks? I’m getting married in a fortnight so for me, Easter was a mix of both. I did get a chance to relax, which was certainly needed, but I also spent a fair chunk of the four-day holiday doing wedding-related jobs. As I don’t plan to get married again, I know what I’ll be doing come the next long weekend – more relaxing! Sales: enquiries@newcastlepost.com.au Editorial: editorial@newcastlepost.com.au www.newcastlepost.com.au

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exie is a 7-yearold shitzu cross Maltese. He wants plenty of cuddles and affection. He is not a barker and has a happy growl when playing. He is housetrained and has begun to use the doggy door. He doesn’t react to storms and travels well in the car. He loves raw bones and kangaroo mince. He doesn’t love to walk up and down stairs and is happy for you to carry him. Dexie has an adoption fee of $250 which includes his desexing, vaccination, worming and @newcastlepost Newcastle Post

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registration. To arrange to meet Dexie, to view more photos of Dexie or to see other dogs and puppies up for adoption, visit the website: www. dogrescuenewcastle.com.au.

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The city’s new green waste service is here, making it easier to recycle TRICIA MOROSIN

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ake Macquarie Council ‘got their green on’ last week, in celebration of the new green waste service’s official launch on Monday, April 1. Donning green shirts, top hats, moustaches and more, Lake Macquarie councillors were proud of the new service. “I am proud that my fellow councillors support the new green waste service and I look forward to seeing all of the benefits the service brings our community,� Mayor of Lake Macquarie, Cr Jodie Harrison, said. “I am excited to see the service roll out across the city and I can’t wait to start using my new green bin.� All garden waste can be placed in the bins, including branches, flowers, prunings, grass clippings and leaves. Thorny plants, such as roses, and all types of garden weeds are also accepted. The waste will be processed into mulch and compost for use on sporting grounds and parks. In order to avoid contamination of this end product compost, green waste must be placed loosely in the bins and not in bags. Director City Strategy, Tony Farrell, reminded residents that green bins will be emptied fortnightly. “Now the new service has started, residents will take two bins out to the kerb

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for collection each week,� Mr Farrell said. “The garbage and recycling collection days stay the same, and the new green waste bin will go out on the opposite week

to the recycling bin.� For more information, take a look at the pack that was delivered with your green bin or visit www.lakemac.com.au.

You can also access the site by scanning the QR code on your bin’s lid using a smartphone. @triciamorosin

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et me give you some insight into what happened in Canberra last Thursday. Rumours of a leadership challenge had been swirling for some time and the talk was it was all going to come to a head on Thursday – the last sitting day of Parliament for seven weeks until Budget Day. For the Rudd camp, it was now or never. His supporters had been agitating for weeks and needed a trigger. Th ings were oddly quiet in the morning – contacts who were so willing

to offer comment in the weeks prior were suddenly silent. Then Simon Crean held an event in the Mural Hall at Parliament House for an announcement on the arts – it raised a few eyebrows. There was no official press conference – but his office said he was happy to answer some questions from the press. Hmmm. Was this the trigger? As it turned out, no. But the press conference was weird. Mr Crean was forthcoming on criticism of the government, he made some veiled sledges

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at the Prime Minister. Then in a sign he was clearly under pressure and perhaps torn by his conscience – he started getting stuck into the waiting journalists. I was one of them – and actually, I was the target of the mini-tirade. Responding to a question I asked about the Government’s handling of the media law reforms – Simon Crean accused me of accusing Labor of trying to suffocate free speech. “What do you think? Why don’t you support changes to media laws?” he asked. To which I answered, “I’m not an Independent and I’m not the one that has to be convinced”. Mr Crean then said, “But your newspaper...” My answer: “I don’t work for a newspaper”. He briefly hung his head and said, “But you know what I mean”. Th is was a man under pressure – politician’s rarely go at journalists like that and it was particularly uncharacteristic of Simon Crean. Th ree hours later it was revealed why. He held another media conference and called for a spill of all leadership positions and that he would nominate for deputy. After that, journalists scrambled – Sky News went into rolling coverage for the

next 12 hours. Question Time went ahead as planned and that’s where Julia Gillard called a leadership spill for 4.30pm and also survived a censure motion. In the intervening hours, Parliament was a strange place (well, stranger than usual). We were told not to approach or talk to politicians in the corridor, the ministerial wing was cordoned off and the only MPs visible were those on the Coalition side and Anthony Albanese. We now know that Mr Albanese went to Kevin Rudd’s office, spoke with Julia Gillard and went back to the chamber for duties in his official capacity. As journalists gathered outside the Whip’s office waiting for a result, Kevin Rudd walked up to a camera on the way into caucus. He knew he was going live to air and declared he would not be sticking his hand up. Text messages started to fly – Rudd supporters said they were just a few votes short, Gillard supporters said that Rudd wasn’t even close to getting the numbers. The machinations of what had just happened continued into the night. For her part, the PM walked back to her office to a guard of honour, her staff clapping as she walked in the door. She told them to “get back to work”, with a big smile on her face.

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Belmont Public holds ‘Crunch & Sip’ event to promote healthy eating TRICIA MOROSIN

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eparting from the standard “eat your greens!” commandment, Belmont Public School is instead making nutrition fun for students through the re-launch of their ‘Crunch & Sip’ program. Alarmingly, only one in four children in NSW eats enough vegetables in a day, and only three in four eat enough fruit. The school’s PDHPE Coordinator, Dana Denz, noticed this statistic playing out during the school’s 10am snack time. Ms Denz felt it was time to reintroduce the program, with a return to the more balanced emphasis on fruit, vegetables and water. Last week the students got to dress up in traffic colours and feast on green, red, yellow and orange fruit and vegetables; largely donated by Woolworths at Belmont and prepared by a number of parent volunteers. “The traffic lights [analogy] is a simple reminder of the variety of healthy foods that are out there,” Ms Denz said. “I think it went well – the kids were really enthusiastic and the teachers noticed that some of the children were eating fruit and vegetables that they wouldn’t normally eat.” The students also received a talk on nutrition and the difference between ‘sometimes foods’ and ‘everyday foods’. Ms Denz said she hopes the students will now begin to ask their parents for healthier items whilst grocery shopping. @triciamorosin

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Reported: Novocastrians rate the O’Farrell Govt

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nitial results from a unionconducted survey of Newcastle residents’ satisfaction with the O’Farrell Government are showing “widespread disillusionment�, according to the Newcastle Trades Hall Council (NTHC). Novocastrians are currently being asked to rate the NSW Government on a number of key indicators out of 10. Of the 237 respondents to date, the average results for all indicators sit

under two out of 10, with the highest mark awarded for their investment in infrastructure (1.8). NTHC Secretary, Gary Kennedy, said that “judging by these survey results [the Government] need to seriously reassess the way they are operating in the Hunter region�. The Premier defended his government’s record over the past two years, describing it as “workman like, responsible and stable.�

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ver the years we have spoken about a number of scams that have been committed on unsuspecting members of the community. The other day I saw CCTV vision of a scam that was committed on a man by two males working together. It was at an ATM while the man was getting some money out of this machine. Firstly, before I discuss what happened, I have always stated that ATMs are not the problem, our level of security, when we use these machines, is the problem. We need to be constantly alert to protect the money we are taking out of an ATM and we also need to be alert to protect ourselves from thieves. In this case, the man taking money out of the ATM had almost completed his transaction and as he waited for the money to appear in the slot, he was tapped on the shoulder by another man who pointed to a piece of

paper on the ground. The man getting the money out thought that he must have dropped it and as he stepped to the side to pick this paper up a third man moved in from the other side, took the money from the slot and walked off quickly. The man withdrawing the money turned back to the ATM and was not even aware that his money had been taken until the machine told him that the transaction had been completed. By this time the two men had both disappeared with the money. Th is is another example of how some of the more miserable human beings within our community will prey on us and highlights the need to be alert at all times, especially when we are dealing with money. If you are taking money from an ATM, do not let anything distract you until you have secured your money in your purse or wallet.

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Get involved: Music, art and more at Youth Week

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usic, art, dance, documentary making workshops and leadership programs are just some of the activities on offer in Lake Macquarie during National Youth Week, which kicks off on Friday, April 5. Manager Community Planning, John Ferguson, is encouraging all young people to join in the fun. “Youth Week is a great way to keep young people active and entertained,”

Mr Ferguson explained. “Young people have been involved in the organisation of Youth Week activities in Lake Macquarie to ensure they focus on issues that affect youth in our area.” Some of the planned activities include learning to skate, how to start a business, battle of the bands competition and more. For more information, visit www. lakemac.com.au.

by Lake Macquarie City Council Mayor, Cr Jodie Harrison

The link between HMAS Tobruk and Lake Macquarie

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t is very humbling to learn about and hear of the inspired, dedicated and selfless work of our community members. Last week, I was delighted to attend a special event at Morisset where I met officers from the HMAS Tobruk, who came to town to help prepare meals at the Morisset and Toronto District Meals on Wheels service. Why the HMAS Tobruk? The link between the HMAS Tobruk and the City of Lake Macquarie dates back to 1991, when the officers of the HMAS Tobruk were granted ‘Freedom of Entry’ to the city. The granting and right to exercise ‘Freedom of Entry’ derives from an ancient tradition and signifies the special relationship between an Australian Defence Force Unit and its local community. Lake Macquarie City Council awarded this privilege to the HMAS Tobruk as a mark of respect and gratitude for their efforts in the defence of Australia. The HMAS Tobruk was constructed

at Tomago and was commissioned on April 23, 1981. It was the fi rst purpose-built amphibious vessel in the Royal Australian Navy, designed as a multipurpose, roll-on/roll off heavy lift and transport vessel – the ship can be loaded via ramps at both the bow and stern, and can be purposely beached.* The Morisset and Toronto District Meals on Wheels service are the joint winners of this year’s Lake Macquarie Australia Day Community Group of the Year Award. Meals on Wheels is a very valuable service, which I have experienced fi rst hand through meals provided to my Dad – meals for which both he and I were thankful. Last week I mentioned two forums being held in Lake Macquarie as part of the State Government’s Your Future Lower Hunter strategy. These have been postponed for a few weeks, more information is available via www. planning.nsw.gov.au/lowerhunter *Information sourced from Wikipedia.

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ocal not-for-profit organisations are being encouraged to get in quick and apply for a grant of up to $5,000 to support their volunteers, as part of the Federal Government’s Volunteer Grants program. “The Volunteer Grants are one of the most popular funding programs, with many local volunteer organisations having received a funding boost through

this stream,” Member for Charlton, Greg Combet said. “The Government is providing $16 million for the program this year, and I am encouraging all community organisations in Charlton to make sure they apply for a share of this.” Volunteer Grants provide funding of between $1,000 and $5,000 to contribute to volunteers’ fuel costs and help

fund volunteers’ training courses and background checks. They can also be used to buy much-needed small equipment items, such as computers or fi rst-aid kits. “These grants offer that little bit of extra support for organisations and their volunteers to continue their great work in our local community,” Mr Combet said. “Last year, 35 organisations in Charlton shared in more than $120,000

in volunteer grants, and when I visit these groups they tell me it makes a huge difference.” One such organisation is the P&C at Plattsburg Public School, which received $5,000 to purchase a BBQ, furniture and outdoor shade structure for the P&C volunteers to use for fundraising events. Applications for Volunteer Grants 2013 close at 5pm on April 24. To apply, go to www.fahcsia.gov.au.

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Branching out: Artisan food grows at Olive Tree

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fter the success of the recent ‘Second Wind’ market following a couple of washed out weeks, the Olive Tree Market is back this Saturday. Organiser, Justine Gaudry, said the market is continuing see more artisan food producers selling their locally made products. “The April 6 stalls will include handroasted coffee by Silverskin Coffee Roasters, award-winning Chai by Bon

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Chai, olives and olive oils by River Flats Estates, handcrafted chocolates by Cocoa Nib, gluten-free cakes by Garden grub, macaroons by Sugalicious and lots, lots more!� Usual stallholders will also be selling their handcrafted wares. The Olive Tree Market is on Saturday, April 6 at The Junction Public School from 9am-3pm. For more information, visit www. theolivetreemarket.com.au.

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very year thousands of Australians across our nation gather on ANZAC Day to remember people who fought and died for their country. In Newcastle, there are many ways people mark this special day, from the moving dawn service at Nobbys Beach to family BBQs and games of two-up that spring up around the city. Th is year, Newcastle Museum is providing another way to honour those who fought and died in war. Community members are invited to add the names of loved ones to a field of crosses which will be displayed on the Museum lawn on ANZAC Day. A field of poppies and crosses was displayed on the Museum lawn for the fi rst time last year, including crosses originally erected at Civic Park by the Newcastle RSL Subbranch. Thanks to the generous support

of the Mailtand Men’s Shed, the Museum now has an additional 500 crosses to add to their collection. To add a name to a cross, send an email to enquiries@newcastlemu seum.com.au with the name of the serviceman or woman with the dates and name of the confl ict they served, no later than Friday, April 12. You can provide additional information such as rank and serial number and even send a photo of the loved one you are honouring if you wish. I invite you to celebrate ANZAC Day with me at the dawn service at Nobbys Beach. The City of Newcastle ANZAC Day March and Review will begin from the Hunter Street Mall at 9am and proceed to Civic Park where a second service will be held from 10am. While you’re in town, take the time to visit the Museum remembrance field and pay your respects to those fallen.

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hat began as a way to unite miners in British coal mining towns in the nineteenth century is now being used to bring together musically minded members of the community in Wallsend. The Wallsend Youth and Community Brass Band has a range of brass instruments available for children and adults who want to learn to play for the fi rst time or take up their childhood hobby again. Musical director Ossie Jellyman has played in bands and orchestras for most of his life but said there was a real sense of community in brass bands. “I’ve done a bit of orchestra playing and

played in jazz bands, but most of it is brass bands and I keep coming back to that because it’s the best community kind of music there is. “Nowadays, it costs a little but the tradition was always little cost so the ordinary man in the street could get involved.” Nine-year-old Lucas Renteria-Adorno has been playing in the band for a year and travels from the Central Coast with his sister to rehearse each Tuesday night at the Community of Christ Church in Wallsend. “I like all the different kinds of instruments and the people here,” he said. Fees of $5 per week or $40 per term apply and instruments are provided by the band. Contact Mr Jellyman on 0429 683 104 for more information. @thepostjourno

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in Jordan. Ms De Boer received her FIFA badge as an Assistant Referee in 2011, which allows her to run lines on International games. She was appointed to officiate at the 2012 AFF Women’s Championships held in September last year, her fi rst appointment since gaining the badge. She said she is looking forward to the Asian Cup qualifiers. “It’s good,” Ms de Boer said. “You put in the hard work for it, but there are also many others who are also working hard, so it’s never taken for granted when you are invited to tournaments. “Each tournament gives you another opportunity to learn, improve and demonstrate Referee, Tanya de Boer

your ability, in order to secure invitations to future tournaments. “You also get to meet some great people from other countries and visit regions you may never have had the chance to see.” Ms de Boer said refeering is often more of a team effort than it appears. “With refereeing, you go out there as a team and are supportive of the achievements of the others. “If an Australian referee or assistant referee does well, it reflects positively on the whole Australian officials team. “The idea is that you want Australia to have a high reputation for the quality of officials so that the women coming through are given greater opportunities to represent us on the international circuit.” Originally from Lismore, de Boer lives in Newcastle and referees the NBN State League and Westfield W-League fi xtures. The AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers begin on June 5 and conclude on June 9. Read more about Newcastle’s Asian Cup games on page 47.

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shows in Newcastle and they’d always said, ‘Why don’t you do them up at the beach and around the foreshore?’ but I wanted to do something where it was local, where it was close to the hearts of working class people in Newcastle and decided that this is a good place,� he said. “People have been really starving for a good car and bike show in the street for a long time, so to have it [in Wallsend] was just a natural thing.� Wallsend Town Business Association president, Max McCorkell, said the event would do a lot to help businesses in the main street of Wallsend. “Activating the main street is basically what we’re all about, reminding people that the main street is still here and getting the businesses involved.� Krankit Ride’n’Drive Motor Expo will take over the Wallsend Town Centre from 9am until 3pm on Sunday, April 7. Proceeds from the day will be donated to the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service and local Bike enthusiasts Jonathon Taylor and Luke Kennedy charities.

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was talking to a friend recently who told me of her experience in cutting down her caffeine intake. Her caffeine withdrawal was awful and took 4 days to pass. So why is caffeine withdrawal so painful and prolonged? When we have caffeine as tea, coffee, chocolate or energy drinks, we generally feel a boost in energy and alertness. But caffeine doesn’t actually give us energy; it robs us of energy and increases our stress hormones. The caffeine gives you a feeling of increased alertness by raising your stress hormones. Caffeine stimulates the adrenal glands to produce the “fight or fl ight” syndrome. Adrenalin, noradrenalin and cortisol are released by the adrenals into the blood stream to shut down non-essential systems, like digestion and immune protection, so that all of our energy can be focused on survival. James Lane, Associate Research Professor of Psychiatry at Duke University, was quoted recently as saying: “Moderate caffeine consumption makes a person react like he or she is having a very stressful

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day. If you combine the effects of real stress with the artificial boost in stress hormones that comes from caffeine, then you have compounded the effects considerably.” So what’s the deal with the headache and the exhaustion? Suddenly abstaining from caffeine causes increased blood flow to the brain and changes the brains electrical activity. The increased blood flow has been linked to the typical headache that is experienced. It is the changes to brainwaves that are blamed for the jetlag-like fatigue. Although many of us think we perform better with caffeine, a study comparing chronic placebo to chronic (i.e. daily) caffeine administration showed no benefit to the daily caffeine intake. It seems for those regular consumers of caffeine that it’s just a constant reversal of withdrawal. Anyone that’s tried to quit smoking will have had the experience of that person who says, “Go on, one won’t hurt”. It’s the same for any dietary change, so stick to your guns and remember why it is important to make these healthy lifestyle changes.

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attended my fi rst red carpet event last week and yes, it was amazing. But before I talk about the show, I want to take you back to a couple of days beforehand. In my hand, I have two tickets to the premiere performance of War Horse at the Lyric Theatre in Sydney as well as admission to the after-party and I am sure you can imagine the fi rst thing that came into my mind: what on earth am I going to wear?! I knew that it was a red carpet event and having read about a number of Australian television stars that would be attending, I was all the more anxious. I decided to take my boyfriend, Ryan, who was much less stressed than I was but was still a little unsure of the dress code. If you read last week’s column, you would know that I am preparing for a trip to Europe, so buying a new dress was completely out of the question. Up to an hour before we left, I was still um-ing and ah-ing over what to wear and trying to match my outfit with Ryan’s (which proved to be too difficult anyway – I eventually gave up!). By the time we had arrived and

I was nearing the red carpet, I was seriously doubting the outfit that I had chosen – surely it wasn’t good enough! But, I was wrong. I could have turned up in either jeans and a t-shirt or a gown and I would have still looked the part. In fact, I felt as though I had dressed perfectly. In attendance on the night were of course the celebrities, wearing suits and lovely dresses. Black seemed to be the colour for the evening and there were lots of sparkly dresses; however, not many floor length gowns. There were the journalists and Sydney theatre buffs who were in cocktail wear, just like myself – think suit, no tie and above the knee dresses. Finally there was the rest, who were in smart casual: jeans, collared shirts, sheer tops and heels. My fi rst ‘red carpet’ event (well, an event with a red carpet) was great. I had dressed appropriately and had the opportunity to see a wonderful show and then brush shoulders with the stars at an afterparty later. What I realised then is that stressing over your outfit is a waste of time!

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EDUCATION MATTERS

by Declan Clausen

by David Roy

It’s time to re-evaluate wealth

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f you paid $100 in tax, how much of it do you think goes to foreign aid? Most people, when asked, say “around $5”. In reality, the Australian Government only spends around 30 cents on foreign aid for every $100 dollars of tax collected. Th is puts us well below the OECD average (50 cents per $100 collected) and a long way from the UN Millennium Goal of 70 cents per $100 collected. A recent survey by the Per Capita Th ink Tank asked people if the Australian foreign aid budget should be raised. Only 10 per cent of respondents thought it should be increased, down from 18 per cent two years ago. In the same survey, people who are in the top 5 per cent of income earners (earning over $150,000 a year) were asked if rich people should pay more tax. Many agreed, but did not consider themselves to be one of the wealthier Australians who should be paying the higher rate. We live in a country where individuals earning over $150,000 a year complain when the government considers means-testing the Howard-

era health insurance rebate, or meanstesting the baby bonus. These families, on six figure salaries, are considered “battlers” by the media. I contrast this with the families who receive Australian foreign aid. These families are most likely to live in South East Asian countries like Papua New Guinea. In the past 40 years, our aid money has halved the rate of women dying during childbirth. It has doubled the rate of literacy amongst adults. It has raised the life expectancy by an average of 20 years. When we consider the number of people in the world who still live in extreme poverty (living off less than $2 a day) then we need to re-evaluate what it means to be wealthy. I am wealthy because I was born in country free from confl ict. I am wealthy because I received a high quality education from a publicly funded school. I am wealthy because I have never gone to sleep hungry. I strongly believe that if the will exists the Government will be able to fi nd the extra 40 cents in a hundred dollars required to remove extreme poverty from the world. Now it is up to us, the taxpayers, to make it happen.

Declan Clausen is the 2013 Newcastle City Young Citizen of the Year. He currently studies environmental engineering and science at the University of Newcastle. Twitter: @DeclanClausen

Let’s listen to our teachers, the experts

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ecent pronouncements from governments State and Federal have outlined the need to improve the quality of teaching in schools due to our comparatively poor rates of literacy. Blame has been fi rmly placed on teachers, schools and universities. In particular, there has been a call to the raise the entry levels for teacher training courses so that the teachers we get are brighter and better. The problem is that this then suggests that the current teachers and the students training to be teachers are not very good. The reality is very different. Statistics from the Australian Council of Deans reveal that in 2012, 72 per cent of the 120,000 students offered places in education degrees had an ATAR of 70.00 or greater, and that the majority had an ATAR of 80.00 or above. Teachers in the classroom are dedicated professionals who deliver the equivalent of 25 different presentation workshops every week (something that businesses and

human resource departments do not do). Teachers on average work 60-plus hour weeks and continually undertake professional development. We also need to remember that teaching does not happen just in the classroom. Children spend only 6 hours a day in school. Learning and education therefore needs to be supported by parents and government. Instead of scoring cheap political points, and if we are truly serious about improving literacy, numeracy and teaching quality, perhaps we should stop condemning the underpaid, overworked teachers, and the children who are being labeled failures. Teachers, schools and universities are our investment for the future yet currently we have one of the lowest comparable spending on education in the developed world. We should value and support teachers, schools and universities. Let’s listen to the teachers and what they say needs to be done to improve results.

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www.newcastlepost.com.au Full Moon In Libra Opposes Sun In Aries; March 27 – April 10

ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

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The coming couple of weeks are a very important time in your one-to-one relationships and friendships. They may signal that it’s make-or-break time where a certain person is concerned. If there has been problems recently with someone, matters are about to come to a head forcing you to take decisive action. There will also be subtle power struggles at home and it will be necessary for you to make compromises if you want a peaceful life!

TAURUS

APRIL 21 TO MAY 21

It’s time to start paying more attention to your wellbeing; if you’re worried about an ailment that doesn’t want to go away, then get some expert advice or speak to a complementary practitioner. Perhaps you’re feeling overtired because of the hectic pace you’ve been keeping lately – if so, get a few early nights! It is also imperative that you don’t allow a frustrating situation at work to get the better of you.

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MAY 22 TO JUNE 21

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Monday April 9, 2013 Ruby Hensel, Wallsend. Age: 3

Th is week’s Full Moon highlights the loving relationships in your life, and over the next fortnight you may have to make important decisions about some of your favourite people. In fact children, pets or younger people may be a source of concern either because they’re unwell or because they’re being stubborn. Be careful in how you handle certain people as you may come across as arrogant.

CANCER

JUNE 22 TO JULY 22

If you’re involved with domestic improvements, expect things to become complicated. Saturn is stirring you up and making you feel rather angry and frustrated so be careful of how you handle certain family members as a tense atmosphere in the home is likely and a hot- headed attitude will put a few noses out of joint. There may also be a need for yourself or loved to seek the services of a doctor.

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Problems with electrical equipment is likely so be prepared for troubles with household appliances and motor vehicles. It would be wise to allow for delays if you have an important journey to take or are planning to take a break away. Be careful of what you say as someone is certain to take offence. It is of paramount importance that you take steps to look after your health and energy, so make time for R & R.

VIRGO

AUGUST 24 TO SEPTEMBER 23

Turn your attention to your fi nances as unexpected outlays are likely and you’ll need to revamp your budget in order to accommodate them! We all know how much you love your retail therapy, but it’s pointless spending money you don’t have and not having anything on hand when it’s needed. If you’ve been over working lately then it’s time to pull back and not allow others demand it from you.

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LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

With the Full Moon falling directly in your own sign, you’re likely to be feeling ratty and sharp-tongued and because of this you may say things that you’ll regret once you’ve calmed down! It will be necessary for you to rest your nerves, therefore don’t make any major decisions until April 14. With Pluto in an adverse position to your sun sign, it’s time to slow down at work and let others take on the bulk of the workload.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

Take time out to rest and look after your health; time away from your problems will give you fresh insights. Certain tensions in your personal life will need to be addressed before you can proceed onwards. There is a need for your partner or spouse to better manage their health. You will need to discuss some of their personal or daily habits in order to further improve your relationship as a whole!

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 21

Social plans may be cancelled or rearranged at the last minute, so try to have a Plan B up your sleeve! Troubles are likely with friendships and one of them is about to wind its way to an end. Alternatively, friends may be going through a difficult time and will need a shoulder to lean upon. If you’ve been feeling isolated or lonely then pick up the phone, call a few friends and arrange a social get-together.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 22 TO JANUARY 20

Problems are likely on the working front and differences between yourself and others is going to be rather obvious. However, you mustn’t let confl icting perceptions bog you down and obstruct you from putting your best foot forward when it comes to handling your tasks. There is always a solution to a problem and the answer may be simpler than you think, such as asking someone to help you out!

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

With the planets in such a tense situation in your chart, you are going to be feeling stressed out. Th is is the ideal time in which to take some time out for yourself away from all the demands of your career and family life. When dealing with loved ones try to be careful of being of being irritable and impatient. If people aren’t prepared to discuss issues when you are, let them slide and don’t be too demanding!

PISCES

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

Control your temper and to count to 100 before you say anything you will regret. Be careful of running yourself into the ground trying to organise everybody! I know you are only trying to make a good impression but your abrasive manner may turn people off. Go over bank statements and bills with a fi ne comb to make certain everything is in order as you may have forgotten to pay an important invoice.

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KID TALK

by Anthony Piggott

by Renee Welsh

Going from one child to two

We must all be vigilant about TB

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he World Health Organization (WHO) has declared TB to be a global health emergency. The TB infection is carried by two billion people – that’s almost a third of the world’s population – and there are an estimated two million deaths every year. TB is a contagious disease which spreads through the air. When actively infectious people cough, sneeze, talk or spit they propel the TB organisms into the air. Only a small number of these organisms (called bacilli) need to be inhaled for people to become infected. In poorly ventilated and enclosed environments, bacilli can remain airborne for hours. In contrast to most of the rest of the world, Australia is fortunate in having a relatively low but nevertheless constant

pattern of TB. There is an average of about 1,000 cases a year. Th is is primarily due to re-activation of a dormant infection in people who were fi rst infected in another country. But wherever TB exists, successful treatment will depend on early and accurate diagnosis, correct selection of medication and patient adherence – that is taking the right dose for the appropriate length of time. For more advice about the use of antibiotics, ask for a fact card at our pharmacy. We provide the Pharmaceutical Society’s Self Care health information. For your nearest location, log on to www.psa.org.au and click on ‘Self Care’. And if you want more specific information about World TB Day, go to the World Health Organization website via www.stoptb.org.

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oing from one child to two. I have been speaking to friends and reading about this very topic for a while now and the jury is still out. Some feel that going from none to one is the biggest challenge. Others feel that going from one to two was the most difficult juggling act. As a mother of two, I think that they each presented new challenges. For me, a huge learning curve was experienced with baby number one. I think it is safe to say we had absolutely no idea what we were doing. When number two came along, at least I knew what to expect. What I didn’t know was that I was about to face a whole new learning curve. I quickly had to learn to handle the impact baby number two would have on my son, to cope with the sleepless nights while still looking after a twoyear-old and splitting my time between both children. Here’s how I came to deal with going from life with one to life with two. 1. Sleepless nights: You miraculously deal with it. Make sure you enlist as much support as possible to help you through the fi rst 3 months. 2. Splitting your time: It’s all about inclusion. Because my daughter was bottle-fed, my son loved helping during feeding time. Also, newborns have their

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

feed-sleep-wake routine, so when my daughter was asleep, my son and I had time to play, read books and take the occasional nana nap together. I have found this to be more difficult as they get older as they both demand more attention. 3. 2-year-old waking at night when the newborn cries: Th is was an interesting one. Our son would run into our room at the fi rst moment she cried to inform us she needed me and to get out of bed quickly. Th is went on for about 7 days until he got used to the crying, knew I was onto it and began to sleep through again. It was very cute and sometimes he would curl up at our feet in the babies room and fall asleep as my husband or I were feeding her. 4. Toilet training: Th is was impacted as well. The new routine threw everyone out of kilter, including my son. Funnily enough, this didn’t happen immediately, as my daughter got older and started demanding more attention, say around 3 months, then I noticed my son started to have more accidents. Th is quickly resolved itself over time. I could go on and on but one thing having two children did for me is it made me a more relaxed mother. The simple reality is that you just don’t have time to sweat the small stuff !

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BUSINESS MATTERS

FINANCE MATTERS

Brett Gleeson

Greg Taylor

Coping with change

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hange is now a constant factor in operating a business. Advancements in technology along with changes to compliance and regulations all contribute to a continuous stream of change. The pressure of staying ahead of the pack or trying to catch up to the leaders can seem unrelenting. How we deal with change as a business owner or manager will impact on our personal lives and on the lives of those we work with. How do you cope with change? Some people deal with change easily while others resist it. Your approach to change will depend on your personal makeup, your past experiences and the culture

within the business. There are many ways to introduce and implement change in a business. Some work more effectively and achieve better results than others. There are 6 components to effective change management: • A clear vision of what the change is, what the end result will be and a plan to make it happen • Someone who will lead the process • A good reason (or pressure) for the change to be made • The capacity to make the change • Some actionable fi rst steps to start the process • Some recognition that the change has happened. As a business owner or manager, your attitude to change will be contagious. If you are positive about change and embrace it, then so will those around you. Model the behaviour and attitudes you expect your employees to display.

Brett Gleeson is the Manager of the Business Growth Centre . He has 30 years experience in the NFP and business sectors and holds a degree in Business.

Disaster recovery

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re you prepared if a disaster struck your business? What if your office was flooded or destroyed by fi re, or you were

burgled? Last month my colleagues and I had a stressful but worthwhile couple of hours addressing these issues. Operation Mercury was a lifelike mock exercise involving a serious explosion and fi re at the Greater Building Society’s head office. We pretended people were injured and it caused the evacuation of the building. The cost of damage to property and stock is one issue and you should make sure you have appropriate insurance in place. The other issue that can have a major impact on your fi nances is business continuity. How will you keep trading and have you got back-up systems of customer and fi nancial information? Operation Mercury is just one part of our business risk and continuity plans. We tested our procedures and systems to make sure that we could make sure our people and customers were safe,

our banking services continue to operate and our customers’ funds and data were safe and secure. The Greater actually has a multimillion dollar business recovery centre. Th is specially designed centre is located in another suburb of Newcastle and acts as a duplicate head office. There is space for core staff to work from the centre if our head office is out of action for any reason. The centre has high speed data links to The Greater’s headquarters ensuring data is automatically updated and current at both locations. Your business may not be big enough to do a major exercise or have a duplicate office but it will pay you to do your own “what if” exercise, even from your desk. No matter what size business, it is important that as a minimum, you have offsite backup of critical data. The Australian Government’s business.gov.au website has a number of checklists for emergency management and business recovery including a new app, MyBizShield.

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Amelia Parrott caught up with Diafrix MC Azmarino on the eve of the hip-hop duo’s ‘I’m A Dreamer tour’ to talk about music with a message and the not-sorockstar experience of sharing the stage with Macklemore and Ryan Lewis.

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ith F. Scott Fitzgerald’s literary masterpiece ‘The Great Gatsby’ about to get the Baz Lurhmann treatment, now is your chance to relive this classic and third film adaptation from director Jack Clayton (‘Something Wicked This Way Comes’) and with a screenplay from film guru Francis Ford Coppola ( ‘Apocalypse Now’, ‘The Godfather’, ‘Dracula’). Jay Gatsby (Robert Redford) is the epitome of the self-made man – ambitious, smart, handsome and ruthless. He uses his vast hardearned wealth to try to become part of the jetsetter social scene on Long Island, buying a home in West Egg, a wealthy community that is still a prestige-notch below that of the East Egg, where the people Gatsby wants to impress have their homes. Gatsby becomes famous for his exotic parties. It is at one of these ostentatious events that he runs into Daisy Buchanan (Mia Farrow) again and decides that he must have her. Redford is at his charismatic best here while Farrow offers up one of her finest performances outside of ‘Annie Hall’.

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nyone who is familiar with Bobcat Goldthwait from his role in the God-awful ‘Police Academy’ movies or from his criminally underrated directorial debut ‘World’s Greatest Dad’ will know that this is one guy that isn’t known for his subtlety. This deeply dark and satirical indictment on America’s consumer culture may not be for everyone, but offers up some genuinely funny, if not a tad disturbing, moments. Bill Murray’s brother Joel stars as the hapless Frank. Recently fired, divorced and possibly terminally ill, Frank feels that he has nothing at all left to live for. He decides to even things out in what he sees as the downward spiral of American culture by embarking on a killing spree, finding a like mind and willing cohort in 16-year-old Roxy (Tara Lynne Barr) who shares Frank’s sense of rage and disenfranchisement and, together they may launch a nation-wide assault on the country’s dumbest and most irritating celebrities. I mean, come on. Who hasn’t wanted to slap Lindsay Lohan?

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hile this sequel to 2009’s lacklustre GI Joe Rise of The Cobras does contain some pretty amazing set pieces (including a brilliant scene involving a bunch of ninjas wire fighting on the side of a mountain) and a cast that includes bona fide action stars Bruce Willis and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, the end result comes across as yet another by-the-numbers CGI-heavy blockbuster. This time around, the GI Joes are well and truly up against it after all but four of them are wiped out by the evil Zartan, who is posing as the US president. His plan? To get all of the nuclear powers to surrender their arsenal to his overlord Cobera Commander. Now it’s up to the Joes to uncover the conspiracy and put a stop to all of this world domination nonsense. Willis and Johnson give quite good performances, but hey, these guys are certainly no strangers to beefcake roles and Channing Tatum, who barely gets a look in, develops some pretty good chemistry with Johnson in his limited screen time.

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ince bursting onto the airwaves with their insanely catchy breakthrough single ‘Simple Man’ back in 2011, Diafrix have been on the up. Their second LP ‘Pocket Full of Dreams’ was crowned Aussie Hiphop Album of the Year on iTunes and the Melbourne-based duo have just finished up supporting chart topper rappers of the moment, Macklemore and Ryan Lewis, on their Australian tour. Now, Momo and Azmarino are embarking on their own national ‘I’m a Dreamer’ tour, taking on metro cities and regional towns throughout March and April. Azmarino spoke to TE just before their tour kicked off and was all praise for the ‘Thrift Shop’ and ‘Same Love’ stars. “We actually got to hang out with them quite a lot actually,” he said. “Macklemore is a big fan of our album so we were hanging out with him backstage and having a real good time.” When quizzed about any crazy stories from the road, Azmarino laughed. “Nah, not really hey?” “They’re not rockstars at all – they don’t even drink after the gig they just go home and sleep!” “Macklemore doesn’t drink at all.” Going teetotal at shows isn’t an entirely unfamiliar concept to Diafrix. The pair are ambassadors for Live Solution, an initiative that encourages young people to stay sober at shows. Azmarino said promoting a positive living and writing tracks with meaning behind them rather than just rapping about the gangsta life of money, bitches and hoes and the tour name,

‘I’m a Dreamer’ reflected this. “We just thought it was a good time to be talking to kids from different backgrounds, whether that be from different religious backgrounds or cultural backgrounds,” he said. “I know a lot of kids look up at our careers and our success and it sort of just inspires the youth.” “That’s what music should be about.” “We’ve got the attitude of whatever is meant to be is meant to be...that’s the kind of message the album [Pocket Full of Dreams] is sending, today may be a sh*t day but tomorrow is going to be off the hook.” Being on the road with Macklemore and Ryan Lewis seems to have got the creative juices flowing once again, with Azmarino revealing that a third album is on the way. “We’re definitely working on a new album.” “We just want to keep enjoying it while the ball is rolling and we want to keep giving it to our fans as well as the new ones. “Writing is part of our lifestyle...we look at it like a sport, if you haven’t played for a while it’s going to take you a while to get the ball rolling again so we’re always writing.” Catch Diafrix at the Great Northern Hotel on Thursday, April 11.

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f you caught their blistering debut EP ‘Gratis’, you will know Sydney outfit Self Is A Seed really know how to bring it. Standing firmly on the heavier side of things, these guys meld a very raw post-hardcore-esque sound with some surprising melodic twists and turns, as evidenced on the EP’s lead single, ‘Thought You Would’, that recalls the swagger of the likes of Rocket From The Crypt with the angular and melodic guitar lines of a much more beefed up Bloc Party. Now, Self Is A Seed are riding high on the crest of their debut long player ‘Siren’ that dropped last month and a tour to support the record that will kick off in Newcastle next week. Vocalist Dave Bleus told TE that the band felt an immense sense of relief now that the album was in the ether and that they couldn’t wait to give punters a taste of the new tracks. “Yeah, man, we just couldn’t wait to get it out there and getting on the road to promote the album is the best thing about it,” he said. “While all of the songs on the EP are on the album, the whole process was quite long-winded. We were all living together and I guess we kind of

got stuck in a hole with the album – our original drummer Preston decided that he wanted to leave the band, so we had to get another drummer and the whole process became quite drawn out. “That said, we’re all really proud of the album, because some of those songs we have been working on for years – it really does feel like a huge weight has been lifted off our shoulders.” For the album, Self Is A Seed enlisted the services of producer Anton Hagop, whose CV includes the likes of Powderfinger, Silverchair, Will Smith and Natalie Imbuglia and Bleus said that his influence on the overall sound and feel of ‘Siren’ was immense.

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right here in Australia. Based on the strength of his live show and the huge demand from audiences wanting to take part of it home, Champagne’s next move was the release of last year’s 6-track EP ‘Real Live’ recorded straight to disc, in one take, on one night. With ‘The Gypsy Moon (Volume 1)’, however, things were a little different. “Making ‘The Gypsy Moon’ was a really long and drawn out process,” he said. “I had all these songs with me for ages but no time off the road to do anything with them so they mostly just sat in the back seat gathering dust for a long time. Then there were a few false starts once I did get round to it – different sessions and studios with different producers that didn’t work out for different reasons.” Eventually, he beat a path to the door of Pirate Studios, in his original stomping ground, to work with veteran producer Dave Sparks, who worked on Daniel’s entire back catalogue. “I love this album and I hope others feel the same,” he said. “‘The Gypsy Moon’ is definitely my best work to date.” Catch Daniel Champagne when he plays at Lizotte’s Lambton on Thursday, April 11.

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quite similar and equally sad stories, so I wanted to address the plight of Australia’s indigenous people in this blues context and that’s where the title track – a nine-and-a-half minute song – came about. It really set the Australian tone for the album as well.” No stranger to the road [he was the first Aussie bluesman to play in Argentina], Collins said he couldn’t imagine a life away from the road, which is largely thanks to his father’s healthy wanderlust. “The road has been my friend since I was a small boy,” he said. “My father was a bit of a rambler and a gambler and I used to truck around with him, so it’s second nature to me.” Catch Sugarcane Collins when he plays at the Wickham Park Hotel on Thursday, April 4.

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Shifts’. Set out in a side A-side B-side format, the album deals with the theme of how a person’s life can be altered completely from just one event. For example, each track has a corresponding track on the flipside that tells the story of the first in a different light and putting an interesting spin on the traditional linear narrative of most concept records. Drummer Paul Koheler told TE that aside from the themes contained on the record and how they’re expressed, the band took quite a different approach this time around than on previous albums – largely due to the fact that they have a new guitarist in Paul Marc Rousseau after the departure of Neil Boshart in 2012. “We definitely took a different approach on this record and I think it has a bit to do with the fact that we had a member change,” Koheler said. “Paul was already really close to the band as we’d all known him for a while and he ended up contributing quite a bit to the album and his contributions pushed us in quite a few different directions –I mean, we all listen to lots of different styles of music, but Paul even moreso – he listens to a lot of jazz and old rock and roll along with the faster and louder stuff, so he was able to pull inspiration from a lot of different

areas which got us thinking about the songs in different ways.” Taking their name from legendary children’s book author Shel Silverstein (‘The Wishing Tree’ et al) Silverstein have been plugging their visceral brand of post-hardcore “emo” across five albums, a mini-album and 3 EPs for the past 12 years – firstly on behemoth American hardcore label Victory and, more recently, on Hopeless Records. While a lot of bands these days may be content to let social networking get the word out for them, Koheler said Silverstein prefer to take a more old-fashioned yet tried and tested approach. “Man, there’s no better impact than being on the road,” he said. “That’s the way we always thought it should be done and the interaction you get onstage and the face-to-face connection you get from people on tour is just unbeatable. “We just want people to feel the energy that comes from our songs and for them to feel as though they’re part of the show. At the end of the day, we’re all massive music fans who just love having fun onstage and we hope that rubs off on the audience.” Catch Silverstein when they play at the Cambridge Hotel on Saturday, April 20.

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ven though their current album ‘Country Proud’ has been out for a little over 12-months now, it still continues to kick serious goals for Newcastle/Blue Mountains duo McAlister Kemp during their live shows. In the last six months, the outfit has picked up Golden Guitar and ARIA nominations as well as picking up a CMC video of the year gong for the clip for the album’s inspiring title track. More recently, the band stepped on stage at the CMC Rocks the Hunter festival at Hope Estate, filling in for country music legend Billy Ray Cyrus who had to pull out at the last minute. As usual, the band put on a high-energy and unpretentious set and, in a case of you never know who is watching, bona fide country music superstar John Rich, from CMC headliners Big and Rich, was waiting in the wings, quietly getting blown away with McAlister Kemp’s undeniably catchy brand of country-rock. Rich was so impressed that he asked McAlister Kemp to perform as a featured artist at an annual charity event for the St Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, at Rich’s house in Nashville on April 28. “It’s just crazy – I still can’t believe it’s happening

to be honest,” Drew McAlister told TE. “It’s a complete honour to be invited by John to come to his house and play a show – we’re both just blown away.” Aside from the charity gig, while in Nashville, the boys will also be collaborating with some of Nashville’s best tunesmiths for the follow-up to ‘Country Proud’. “We’re primarily going to be writing songs for the next album over there,” he said. “We’ll be working with some of the same people we worked with on ‘Country Proud’ and some new faces as well – we’re going to mix it up a bit”. Before they head Stateside, the boys will be playing a farewell show in Newcastle and McAlister said punters could expect the same high-energy and unabashed fun show that the band have become synonymous with. “We just want people to leave a McAlister Kemp show with a smile on their faces,” he said. “We love putting on a great live show, which is certainly what we’ll be trying to deliver, but I will say that with the live show, we haven’t even started yet – there’s all sorts of crazy plans in the works, lasers and such – so definitely watch this space.” Catch McAlister Kemp before they jet off to Nashville, when they play at the Queen’s Wharf Brewery on Sunday, April 14 with local boys Viper Creek in support.

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Helen Morse (‘Picnic at Hanging Rock’, ‘A Town Called Alice’, ‘Caddie’) and featuring original dancers from the Tivoli Theatre, ‘Sundowner’ shifts effortlessly between past and present, drama and dance, memory and hallucination. The realm of memory still remains a great mystery and through the eyes of three generations, ‘Sundowner’ tells a story that affects so many Australian families. If a loved one starts to lose their memories, what role can we play in

holding onto them and how can we care for them in the present while honouring their past? ‘Sundowner’ combines theatre, dance and physicality in a story of lament and, at times, grief and sorrow. Ultimately though, this is a story of love – love of family, love of history and love of life. Featuring new and original music by Megan Washington and Paul Kelly, ‘Sundowner’ highlights the fact that humour, while dark, can play a significant part in the way that people

cope with this insidious disease. Developed by KAGE’s co-creative director Kate Denborough and writer David Denborough, with assistance from Alzheimer’s Australia, the work grew out of stories – both sad and funny – told by people with dementia and their carers and the process of making the work was the subject of a documentary for ABC’s ‘Artscape’ program. ‘Sundowner’ will be on at the Civic Theatre for one performance only on Tuesday, April 9.

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f you’re a music fan, chances are the boys from Rubber Bullet will have something for you in their kit bag. With an unrivalled quantity of songs in the arsenal they have been gigging solidly in the Newcastle area for quite some time now. Like many popular powerhouse bands of the past, Rubber Bullet pride themselves on only being a three-piece and keeping it all totally live. They have

recently welcomed their new member, drummer, Peter Shafter, he of Newcastle ska outfit, Rubix Cuba. Versatility is a must for today’s bands and Rubber Bullet are received equally well in both pubs and clubs. Artists covered include The Beatles and Elvis, The Doors, Powderfinger and Green Day. Rubber Bullet are also favourites on the function circuit. Catch Rubber Bullet when they play at the Exchange Hotel on Saturday, April 6.

New look and sounds for Mayfield Hotel LUKE SAUNDERS

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he Mayfield Hotel has undergone a facelift through a string of comprehensive renovations completed towards the end of last year. The overhaul has included a revitalised entertainment and function room, giving the venue some solid live music clout. Quality live entertainment has become an increasingly crucial component in building solid word-of-mouth reputation, diversifying clientele and staying ahead in the pub scene. Manager Glen Goodluck said he hoped the new improvements would transform the venue into the entertainment hub of Mayfield. “The room can seat 100 people with standing room for around 150-170,” he said. “It’s fully carpeted with a bar, kitchen and decorative, modern decor.” The Hotel will feature karaoke each Thursday night, and the pub staple has weekly prizes of $150, eventually culminating in a grand prize of $5000. DJs and live bands will make regular appearances, with a particular focus

on blues-rock and upmarket jazz bands. Some notable acts set to feature at the venue include Ross Ward’s Sydney-based band Ward’s Xpress, with noted saxophonist Martin Davison in their ranks, and local acts the Kamikaze Cowboys, Muma Jane’s Blues Band, and the Blues Rattlers. The former has built a strong reputation touring in and around Newcastle for over 10 years, while Byron Bay band Ward’s Xpress have been active in the pub scene since 1995. Aside from some promising live entertainment in the pipeline, the Mayfield Hotel also features Furbies restaurant (open for lunch and dinner) and is throwing its weight behind local sporting clubs. “We’re proud sponsors of the Waratah-Mayfield District cricket club and Waratah-Mayfield Cheetahs Rugby League club. We’re putting money back into the local sporting body and supporting the community,” Goodluck said. Check out the new-look Mayfield Hotel and visit their website at www.mayfieldhotel.com.au to keep up-to-date with upcoming live entertainment.

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ewcastle-based country and blues muso Rusty Lee Springfield has received quite a boost after his EP ‘Hey Mr Boss Man’, took out the best blues EP category for the month of March in the

US-based Akedemia Music Awards. Based in Beverly Hills, the Akedemia Music Awards are aimed at exposing up-and-coming artists from around the world to record industry decision makers, media channels, television, film and gaming music supervisors and millions of potential new fans. Springfield said that he was over the moon with the win.

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t may’ve taken Caitlin O’Reilly a while to discover her songwriting prowess, but now that she has, it seems there is no looking back for the burgeoning songster and her outfit, Crazy Old Maurice. “I’ve always been a muso but I had never led a band or written a song,” she said. “Then, in January 2011, I actually wrote my first song while I was on my honeymoon and the rest, as they say, is history. I hooked up with Mike Collins on the upright bass and Tim Evans on drums and Crazy Old Maurice was born.” Self-described as Newcastle’s first and foremost “creepy blues pop” act, Crazy Old Maurice’s modus operandi seems to be defying categorisation with a sound that moves effortlessly from sleek blues to folk, to jazz and pop – nary missing a beat. “Yeah, I’d say that we kind of defy categoristion,” O’Reilly said.

“We’re kind of a blend of really mellow blues and because the guys are jazz-trained musicians there’s a fair bit of jazz in there as well as a few other surprises.” The band have plans to head into the studio this year to record their debut EP and plans are also in the works for a follow-up East Coast tour in support of the release. Catch Crazy Old Maurice when they play at the Lass O’Gowrie Hotel on Saturday, April 6 alongside Annaliesse Monaro and Machines For Dreams.

“It’s just fantastic to win the best blues EP category,” he said. “This was the first time I’ve ever entered my music in any sort of competition so to win is just really encouraging.” The four-track EP ‘Hey Mr Boss Man’ is a beguiling mix of blues and country that was recorded quite simply – just Springfield, his guitar and voice with backing tracks that he uses regularly in the live setting and Springfield said that, lyrically, the EP contains themes that everyone can relate to. “For me, it’s all about writing songs that people can identify with,” he said. “For example, the first track on the EP, ‘School Day’, is all about the trials involved with getting the kids off to school and there is another one on there, ‘Don’t Throw Me Away’, which is all about people thinking that you’re too old to work and stuff, but when you’ve actually still got a lot to offer; while the title track is basically a good, old fashioned country blues number, that’s all about when your bubble bursts.”

While the awards are for up-andcoming artists, Springfield is certainly no stranger to the game, plying his trade up and down the east coast since the mid-1980s. “I got my first guitar back when I was 15-years-old and I did my first paying gig in Denman in around 1986 and I was paid thirty dollars,” he said. Now with the award under his belt, Springfield said he plans to strike while the iron is hot with plans to hit the road more solidly in 2013, record a long player, and fit in a trip Sateside. “It all seems to be paying off so far,” he said. “I want to get back into the studio and release a full length album sometime soon. The EP was just me and the backing tracks that I use at shows so it will be good to get a full band on the album.” Catch Rusty Lee Springfield when he plays at Sniddy’s Restaurant at the Hamilton Station Hotel on Friday, April 5.

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and dining area with airconditioning, a kitchen with Caesarstone bench tops, a breakfast bar and stainless steel appliances. The property has a fully enclosed Queensland room, a garage with remote and drive-through access, a

garden shed and a 40,000-litre inground saltwater pool. For more information, phone First National Lake Macquarie on 4950 8555 or listing agent Troy Duncan on 0416 290 555. Inspect: By appointment.

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• 2 streets from beach • Big bedrooms – main with built in • Spacious living area • Renovated bathroom

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For Sale: $460,000

bedrooms have built-in wardrobes while there is a walk-in wardrobe, ensuite and kitchenette in the master bedroom. There is also an ensuite in the second bedroom. For more information, phone Dowling Lake Macquarie on 4958 8177 or listing agent Shane Beverley on 0409 663 504. Inspect: By appointment.

any people think: “Why should I use a real estate agent to buy, sell or manage my property?” The simple answer is because it makes fi nancial, legal and common sense to do so. Property, whether a home or investment, is a fi nancial investment so it makes sense to use the services of a professional and in this case that is a real estate agent. It may seem tempting for many homeowners to keep commission dollars in their pockets, but in the long run there is greater chance of maximising success and minimising stress if an agent is involved, just as there is if you use a lawyer when going to court. The key things an agent will bring to the table include: • Realistic indications of a property’s value or rental return potential • Expert advice on how best to market and promote a property as well as the best method of sale, whether that be private treaty (for sale) or auction • Vetting potential buyers and tenants to reduce time wasted on unsuitable or untenable prospects • Access to more potential buyers,

sellers and renters via their own databases and networks • Handling sale and tenancy negotiations and communications for maximum outcomes • Understanding the difference between emphasising the selling points a buyer is interested in and those that a vendor considers important • Preparation of documentation related to sale and marketing or tenancy A good agent will also make sure that a process that can be a stressful and time consuming experience is a lot less pressured and more enjoyable. The greatest risk in retaining the services of a real estate agent is making sure you choose the right one. The relationship between an agent and client needs to one of mutual respect, based on loyalty and trust, because real estate transactions can be complicated and success relies largely on the skills of key players such as the agent’s and the client’s willingness to cooperate with their strategy for marketing and during negotiations. Having the right agent on your side can result in thousands of extra dollars in your pocket, so it is worth taking the time and effort to fi nd the one that suits your needs best.

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Keeping it in the family Merewether brother and sister sweep the pool at ocean swim event MELISSAH COMBER

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Merewether brother and sister have kept it in the family, sweeping the pool at the recent Homeloans Caves Beach Ocean Swim event last month. Jarrod, 21, and Erin Killey, 20, competed in the elite category, with Jarrod coming in fi rst in the men’s division and Erin winning the women’s. The pair clocked the fastest times overall, both fi nishing the race in under 20 minutes, with Erin also taking out the Dash for Cash category. Over 300 people competed in this year’s event, with competitors required to complete the 1.5-kilometre swim along the reef, starting at Spoon Rocks. The pair are no strangers to accolades, with Jarrod training at the Australian Institute of Sport in Canberra and having been selected in the Australian team for the 2011 World Championships held in Shanghai. Erin clinched her fi rst national title in the same year, coming in fi rst in the 1500-metre freestyle at the Australian Short Course Championships held in Adelaide and has a scholarship to the Australian Institute of Sport. The Homeloans Caves Beach Ocean Swim raises money for the Caves Beach Surf Lifesaving Club.

Siblings Jarrod and Erin Killey pose with Paralympian, Maddi Elliott, after their respective wins

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