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Breaking down barriers Locally-developed app to help children understand cancer issues AMELIA PARROTT

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world-first app being developed in Newcastle is set to give kids greater access to information about cancer.

The app, being developed by Camp Quality’s Newcastle office, will give children the ability to have questions about their own cancer diagnosis, or that of a loved one, answered with a quick swipe of their smartphone.

Camp Quality CEO Simon Rountree said the app would feature “age-appropriate” information about different types of cancer, treatment options, interactive diagrams, audio case studies, and links to local support services.

“We undertook a research campaign around children’s cancer… and what came out from that research was there is actually a real need to provide age-appropriate information for children with cancer and children whose parents have cancer,” he said.

“At the moment, kids are getting adult terminology and adult jargon.

“They don’t understand so they find it very hard to question.

“This is about breaking down those barriers and making it much more accessible for kids.”

The app, will undergo a soft trial in the Hunter region in June before it’s launched nationally at the end of August.

It was just one of nine Hunter-based projects to receive funding through the Newcastle perma-

Camp Quality CEO Simon Rountree with Camp Quality staff Donna Page and Lynne Post nent Charitable Foundation’s latest round of community grants.

Other groups to receive funding included CanTeen, to create a social hub for teenagers with

cancer, Headstart Acquired Brain Injury Service, for a new prevention campaign, and Jenny’s Place, for its Safer Families campaign aimed at tackling domestic violence.

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Whatever your feelings are about Jacqui Lambie, you have to give her credit for persistence.

When plans for the interestingly-named Jacqui Lambie Network were announced last week, my first reaction was to question whether it would be a success and whether we needed to add another minor party into the political mix.

I guess it’s a chance for those who join Ms Lambie to get themselves well-known in the public arena.

One thing the network will be able to guarantee potential recruits is publicity.

It may not always be positive publicity but everywhere Ms Lambie goes the television cameras are sure to follow.

As I’ve written previously in this column, there’s never any doubt as to Ms Lambie’s opinion on a particular matter.

I just think she needs to slow down a bit and think before answering a question.

And perhaps do a little more research on certain topics so as to not open herself up to ridicule.

Another headache for Ms Lambie to deal with is the news that the Palmer United Party are suing both her and Glenn Lazarus, who has also left the party, seeking to recover money spent on their election campaigns in 2013.

I heard state Opposition Leader Luke Foley on radio last week urging Premier Mike Baird to

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listen to the message voters in the Hunter had sent him by electing so many Labor candidates in the Hunter region.

Mr Foley said it was clear that people in this area did not agree with the Government’s plans on topics such as the removal of heavy rail into Newcastle.

Perhaps that is the case, but I don’t think the election results will change Mr Baird’s mind.

I’m sure he knew prior to the election that the Coalition would not be winning too many seats in the Hunter.

Just a reminder that the Post will be evolving into a glossy lifestyle magazine as from the April 22 edition.

The magazine will be bulk-dropped to more than 600 locations across the Hunter region, covering all areas of Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Cessnock and Port Stephens.

Whenever you are out and about anywhere in the Hunter, you will be able to find a copy of the Post in places such as shopping centres, hairdressers, cafes and real estate agencies.

We will be bringing you several feature stories every week along with articles on food, wine, fashion, history, finance and health and a whole lot more.

The Post will continue to be available each and every Wednesday free of charge.

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200 spaces at the John Hunter opened earlier than expected AMELIA PARROTT

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isitors to John Hunter Hospital will now find it easier to find a car park, with the first 200 of an additional 740 car spaces opening ahead of schedule.

Hunter New England Health chief executive Michael DiRienzo said the additional spaces that have just become available would make a big difference to the experience staff, patients and visitors have at the hospital.

“Access to parking is an important issue for the community and I am so pleased to be able to deliver these additional car parks ahead of schedule,” he said.

“The additional car spaces will make a big difference to patients, their families and visitors, alleviating the pressure of trying to find a car park.

“Once complete the $10 million car park extension will bring the total number of car parking space at the John Hunter campus to more than 3,400.”

The five-stage development is the biggest enhancement to car parking at John Hunter Hospital since the facility opened in 1991.

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Hunter New England health chief executive Michael DiRienzo and the new parking at John Hunter Hospital Mater Hospital. The development will add an additional 270 parking spaces, to be used by staff, freeing up spaces closer

to the hospital for patients and visitors.

The new parking spaces are expected to be available in the second half of 2015.

Investment in renewable energy in Australia has plummeted while surging globally, a new report on renewable energy trends has revealed.

The Global Trends in Renewable Energy report, released last week by the Frankfurt School for Climate and Sustainable Energy Finance, found global investment in renewable power and fuels grew almost 17% in 2014, to more than $270 billion.

Australia dropped out of the top 10 countries for renewable energy investment in 2014, despite being one of the sunniest and windiest countries in the world.

The report noted that while investment in utility-scale renewable energy projects jumped 10% globally in 2014, the Australian industry was gutted due to continued policy uncertainty. Utility-scale investment plummeted to $330 million in Australia from $2.1 billion in 2013.

The news comes as Australia’s biggest renewable energy investor Banco Santander announced they plan to sell its only wind farm and exit the local sector due to policy limbo.

Climate Council councillor Andrew Stock said it was clear that countries with consistent, long-term renewable energy policies were attracting growth.

“We saw record-breaking wind and solar capacity additions globally in 2014,” he said. “Our major trading partners are seizing the opportunities of the global renewables boom while Australia is missing out due to sustained policy uncertainty and heightened sovereign risk.”

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Opal card win for local students Concessions to start on April 17 for those attending full-time at the University of Newcastle AMELIA PARROTT

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tudents at the University of Newcastle will soon be able to benefit from cheaper fares on buses, trains and ferries.

From Friday, April 17, full-time students will be able to sign up to an Opal concession card and enjoy a 50 per cent discount on standard adult Opal fares.

As well as cheaper fares, Opal concession card holders will have access to daily travel caps, all-day travel for $2.50 on Sundays, and weekly travel rewards, providing free travel after eight paid journeys in a week.

Universities in Sydney and Wollongong have signed up to Opal. The University of Newcastle had delayed adopting the system due to concerns about the privacy of students’ personal information.

To apply for an Opal concession card visit www.opal.com.au or call 13 67 25 from April 17. Students are encouraged to link their Opal card to a credit or debit card to top up automatically like an e-tag.

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Cabinet reshuffle cuts regional portfolios as Berejiklian becomes treasurer AMELIA PARROTT

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remier Mike Baird’s front bench reshuffle has left the Hunter without ministerial representation in the NSW Cabinet.

Following his government’s re-election last week, Mr Baird announced the role of Minister for the Hunter would be scrapped in order to make way for a new position for Scot MacDonald MLC as Parliamentary Secretary for the Hunter and Central Coast.

Regional portfolios including the Hunter, Illawarra, Central Coast, North Coast and Western NSW were axed, while the Premier retained his dual position as Minister for Western Sydney.

Wallsend MP Sonia Hornery said the decision was “payback” for large swings against the government recorded across the Hunter at last month’s election.

“Our region will no longer have a voice in Cabinet,” she said.

“It is disgraceful that he would seek to punish the Hunter in this way.”

But a spokesperson from the Premier’s office told the Post that Mr Baird believed the region’s voices are better heard via parliamentary secre-

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Former Minister for the Hunter Gladys Berejiklian taries rather than through ministers for whom regional portfolios are a secondary responsibility.

As part of his responsibility as Parliamentary Secretary for the Hunter and Central Coast, Mr MacDonald will report to Cabinet each quarter, holding ministers to account for delivery of the Coalitions election commitments.

The Premier’s spokesperson said the position of Minister for Western Sydney had been retained “because it is the

engine room of the national economy and will soon be the site of a new international airport”.

Former Minister for the Hunter Gladys Berejiklian will become NSW’s first female treasurer as part of the shakeup, while former Planning Minister Pru Goward will take on the newly created prevention of domestic violence and sexual assault portfolio.

Robert Stokes will become the new Minister for Planning.

Australians downloaded enough online content to fill more than 6.3 billion CDs or 2.8 trillion floppy disks over the past year according to new figures released last week.

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reports the average broadband downloads grew more than 33 per cent from December 2013 to December 2014.

The latest stats revealed there are now 2.33 million people using an internet connection equal or faster than the maximum speeds available on ADSL2+ (24mbps or greater).

NBN Co’s network traffic report also shows growth in heavy internet usage with the average total end-user data consumption on services over the national broadband network now at 67 GB per month (download only) compared with the latest national average of 58 GB per month.

“These figures show our appetite for smart devices and online content continues to grow at an exponential rate,” NBN Co’s Principal Technology Officer Tony Cross said.

“The NBN is designed to provide a fast and reliable broadband network to help Aussie households keep up with their insatiable demand for connectivity.”

“With access to fast broadband a family could be simultaneously streaming on-demand entertainment off multiple devices while still working from home using high-definition video conferencing, without worrying about lags or dropouts.”

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Youth Week

A chance for young people to shine Your guide to the wide range of Youth Week activities on offer throughout the Hunter region AMELIA PARROTT

for 12 young people with autism, which will include a facilitated drama workshop and performance for families.

Contact Lara at Autism Spectrum Australia - ASPECT, 0425 291 712.

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April 11 Shred: Skatefest & Sk8 for a Cause

2pm - 7pm, Thornton Skate Park.

Competitions by age category with $100 prizes, pro-skaters and BMX riders, food stalls, band and barbeque.

Organised by the Thornton Church of Christ youth team.

Poolside Tunes

12pm-4pm, Speers Point Swim Centre.

Free local music talent.

Street Art Workshop

2pm - 5pm, Kurri Kurri Youth Centre.

Workshop facilitated by a Newcastle street artist and youth worker who engages young people creatively though art.

Contact Will Doran, 4991 5372.

Street Art Workshop

9am - 2pm, Sun Street Studio, Maitland.

Workshop facilitated by a Newcastle street artist and youth worker who engages young people creatively though art.

Contact Shane Kennedy, 0416 191 128.

April 14 Cupcake Decorating Workshop

Big Hero 6 - Outdoor Cinema

5:30pm, Turner Park, Cessnock. Enjoy a screening of Disney’s Big Hero 6 under the stars.

Food stall will be available. BYO deck chair or picnic rug. Movie screens at 6:30pm. Contact Will Doran, 4991 3572.

April 12 Street Art Workshop

10am - 3pm, Woodberry Skate Park.

Learn BMX at Lake Macquarie BMX Club at Argenton Workshop facilitated by a Newcastle street artist and youth worker who engages young people creatively though art.

Contact Shane Kennedy, 0416 191 128.

April 13 Drama Workshop for Adolescents with Autism

10am - 4pm, The Place, Charlestown. A school holidays arts and drama program

3pm - 5pm, Cessnock Youth Centre and Outreach Service. Group workshop with Exquisite Cakes by Lennert.

Learn the art of icing and decorating cupcakes with a skilled industry professional.

Contact, Will Doran, 4991 5372.

Shirtfront (anti-racism) Art prize and Exhibition

3pm - 6pm, Edgeworth Neighbour-

Community

Making driving available to everybody ConnectAbility partners with Cardiff Toyota to help raise money for Drive for a Disability initiative AMELIA PARROTT

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eeping disabled clients on the road is an ongoing challenge for Hamilton-based disability service provider ConnectAbility.

There are trips to the football, dinners out with friends and family, medical appointments and studies to attend to.

That is why the team at Cardiff Toyota has come on board to help keep ConnectAbility’s clients mobile.

Throughout April and May the dealership will donate $1 from every car serviced to ConnectAbility as part of its annual Drive for a Disability fundraising campaign.

Last year, the community initiative raised $3,500.

ConnectAbility acting CEO Scott Harvey said he hoped to see even more money raised this time around.

“We really appreciate the ongoing commitment from Cardiff Toyota and the team in improving opportunities for people with a disability living in the Hunter,” he said.

“Travel can be challenge for some people with a disability when you’ve got aging carers or clients who cannot easily access public transport.

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ConnectAbility clients Paul Barry and James Gatt with the Cardiff Toyota servicing team “Drive for a Disability gets people with a disability out and about in the community and will help keep our vehicle fleet on the road.”

Cardiff Toyota, who are located at 54 Macquarie Road, service all makes and models of car, so no matter what you drive you can help support the fantastic

work of ConnectAbility. To book a service, contact the Cardiff Toyota service department on 1300 739 469 or visit www.cardifftoyota.com.au.

Youth Weeki

April 15 What’s On Your Mind?

9:30am - 3:30pm, Hunter Women’s Centre. A forum with guest speakers to explore issues faced by young women in our community.

Morning tea and lunch provided.

Contact Ann Morris, 4968 2511.

Youth Challenge Day

Noon - 4pm, Youth and Community Centre, Bonnells Bay. Contact Southlake Youth Centre on 4973 5125.

Party in the Park

Noon - 4pm, Broadmeadow PCYC. Coincides with Youth Homelessness Matters Day. Contact Joel Shakespeare, 4922 1502.

Street Art Workshop

2pm - 5pm, Cessnock Youth Centre and Outreach Service. Workshop facilitated by a Newcastle street artist and youth worker who engages young people creatively though art.

Contact Will Doran, 4991 5372.

Enjoying My Life, Let’s Go!

2:30pm - 7pm, Wickham Park. Get involved in pizza making, didgeridoo playing, mask decorating, karaoke disco and more, or just come along for a barbeque and a chance to meet new friends and the Newcastle Knights.

Contact Tracie Woods, 0466 332 905 for more information.

April 17 Indigenous Art Workshop

10am - noon, Kurri Kurri Library. An art workshop with renowned local Carol Cunningham.

Learn Australian visual arts techniques along with their history, culture and links to the land. Contact Will Doran, 4991 5372.

April 18 BMX Open Day

11am - 2pm, Lake Macquarie BMX Club, Argenton. Participate in BMX riding and maintenance program.

Contact Brad at Community Activities Lake Macquarie, 4950 3811 for more information.

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April 16 Indigenous Art Workshop

10am - noon, Cessnock Library. An art workshop with renowned local Carol Cunningham.

Learn Australian visual arts techniques along with their history, culture and links to the land. Contact Will Doran, 4991 5372.

Seeds of Self Young Women’s Expo

10am - 2pm, Belmont Neighbourhood Centre. A full day expo for young women aged 12 and over focusing on self-empowerment and self-wellbeing.

Childcare available by prior arrangement. Contact Sheena, Kylie or Lis, 4947 0031.

I Belong Instagram and Photo Competition

10am - noon, Allambi Care Centre, Charlestown. Social media photo competition for young people with the theme of I Belong.

Winners for be announced at an award ceremony and morning tea at the Allambi Care Centre. Contact Brydie, 4944 5900.

11am - 2pm, Hamilton South Estate.

Skills development opportunities, including workshops and indigenous activities.

Responds to a request by young people living at Hamilton South Estate, that there is nothing to do in the school holidays.

Contact Rebecca Kelly, 1800 786 466.

Pop Up Film Night

5pm, Civic Park, Newcastle. Outdoor films, circus arts and entertainment.

Bring your picnic from 5pm.

Films start at 6pm. Contact Astrid Gearin, 4922 1508.

Greta Day Out

Noon - 3pm, Greta Arts and Sports Community Hall. An afternoon of activities featuring a barbeque lunch, indoor skate ramps, music, face painting, craft tent and prizes.

Contact Will Doran, 4991 5372.

Sun Street Festival Hamo South Youth Week

Noon - 4pm, Kurri Kurri Youth Centre.

Competitive afternoon of pool comps, board games and Playstation challenges.

Contact Will Doran, 4991 5372.

4pm - 10pm. Sun Street Studios, Maitland. Festival at a music performance space in High Street.

Features market stalls, a street art workshop, DJing workshop, personal training sessions, live bands, dance performances, drag shows, circus acts, comedy shows, art and photography exhibition and food. Contact Bron Dyason, 49311 060.

April 19 Hunter Seekers

11am - 3pm, Newcastle Museum. An interactive scavenger hunt that explores Newcastle’s history and the now.

Prizes on offer for players and teams.

Contact Ella Reed, 0421 875 697 for more information.

Youthfest

11am - 5pm, Kurri Kurri Skate Park.

Free event featuring live bands, bike, skate and scooter competition, laser tag arena, circus skills workshop, art displays, craft tent, food and drink stalls and prizes.

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hood Centre. A series of art making and curation workshops during the school holidays culminating in an exhibition and community event to raise and tackle the issue of racism.

Final exhibition event includes live music, food and prize presentation.

Contact Richard and Northlakes Youth Service, 4958 8648, nypemnc@bigpond. com or see the Shirt Front Art Prize event page on Facebook.

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Changes on Nelson Bay Road Roads and Maritime Services have advised that motorists changed traffic conditions will be in place on Nelson Bay Road at Bobs Farm from today (Wednesday) weather permitting.

Roads and Maritime is continuing to upgrade the 4.2-kilometre section of Nelson Bay Road between Bobs Farm and Anna Bay to improve road safety, reduce traffic delays and provide more reliable travel times.

Road users travelling east toward Nelson Bay and west toward Newcastle will be directed onto separate lanes between Cromarty Lane and Binder Lane to allow work on Nelson Bay Road to be completed.

At least one lane open will remain open in each direction while finishing work is carried out throughout April.

Motorists should plan their trip, allow extra travel times and follow all signs and line marking which will be in place to direct motorists.

A reduced speed limit of 60km/h will be in place for during work hours.

Property access will be maintained during work but residents are advised to be cautious when entering or exiting their properties. Roads and Maritime thanks residents and motorists for their patience during this essential work.

For more information about the project visit www.rms.nsw.gov.au For the latest traffic information, visit www.livetraffic.com, download Live Traffic App or call the Transport Management Centre on 132 701.

Community

All about getting the balance right Talk series to assist women with issues surrounding working and raising a family AMELIA PARROTT

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he Greater Charlestown Sustainable Neighbourhood Group will kick off its new Charlestown Talks series tonight (Wednesday) with a discussion about women and work-life balance.

The event, to be held at Central Charlestown Leagues Club from 7:30pm, will feature guest speakers, Jodie Harrison, Charlestown MP and Mayor of Lake Macquarie, Christine Aus, a doctor and single mum from Highfields and Maree McCarthy, a horticulturist and owner of her own garden design business, and give local women, and men, the opportunity to gain insights into the lives of local working mums.

“There’s a lot of mummy guilt out there,” group chairperson and mother of two, Chelsey Zuiderwyk told the Post.

“I think as a culture we’re still trying to get the balance right as women working and raising families so I think this is a particularly important discussion to have.”

Ms Zuiderwyk said while Wednesday night’s talk would give parents the opportunity to share time management strategies and learn from local women, the series was about building a sense

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Whitebridge mum and Greater Charlestown Sustainable Neighbourhood Group chairperson, Chelsey Zuiderwyk with her daughters Isabelle, 4, and Lara, 19 months of community in Charlestown and the surrounding suburbs.

“It’s a platform for local people to tell local stories,” she said.

“Opening up communication and sharing stories is a major part of fostering a sense of community in the area.”

Established in November last year, the Greater Charlestown Sustainable

Neighbourhood Group has been involved in community campaigns to reduce traffic hazards, protect the local natural environment, and build a new cycleway between Dudley and Charlestown.

For more information on the Charlestown Talks series visit the Great Charlestown Sustainable Neighbourhood Group Facebook page.

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newcastle matters all council matters: newcastle.nsw.gov.au NUATALI NELMES Newcastle City Council Lord Mayor

Get out and about during National Youth Week ational Youth Week is the largest celebration of young people in Australia, involving thousands of youth aged 12-25 from across the country each year.

In 2015, National Youth Week will be held from 10-19 April with the theme ‘it starts with us!’

The City of Newcastle is bringing our young people together through a range of Youth Week programming to enjoy fun activities, socialise and meet other youth from across the city.

These events will also address the challenges youth face in today’s society and help start conversations that may lead to new opportunities and solutions.

Newcastle youth, I encourage you to get involved and take this opportunity to express your ideas and views, act on issues that affect your lives, and enjoy the activities and events on offer in our fantastic city.

Youth Week 2015 consists of nine events which highlight issues important to youth today, such as homelessness, mental illness, drug use and diversity.

Activities include a picnic at the Tram Sheds, a range open discussion

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forums, a fun day and barbeque, skill development workshops, a pop-up theatre at Civic Park and an interactive scavenger hunt.

Most of the events are free to attend, with only one requiring a gold coin donation.

Three of the events are by invitation only to provide a safe environment for young people to collaborate with youth workers on the challenges they face.

View the program online by going to Council’s website www.newcastle. gov.au and clicking on the photo carousel at the top of the page for Youth Week.

We appreciate the help and support offered for Youth Week by community agencies that are helping to support and facilitate these events.

The generous contributions of these agencies provides a diverse program for youth to enjoy.

Youth of Newcastle, you are our future leaders.

You are shaping our city’s future.

Get involved in Youth Week and make a difference for you and your peers.

It starts with you!

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Plenty on offer during the Easter school holidays ith the Easter school holidays now upon us, Lake Macquarie City Council has put together another fun-filled program of activities to keep the kids entertained.

Our Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery and our libraries really do have it all covered these school holidays with costume design and jewellery making, Toy Stories sleepover, science workshops and a magic show among some of the fun things children can take part.

Our Art Gallery programs are very popular in the holidays, but if you miss out, there are plenty of similar programs that run throughout the school term.

For those looking to get a bit more active, Charlestown Swim Centre is conducting learn-to-swim classes for children who want to start swimming or continue their swimming lessons in between the school terms.

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Lake Macquarie City Council, in partnership with the NSW Government’s Responsible Pet Ownership Grants Program, is holding a free microchipping day at PETstock Warners Bay on Saturday 18 April from 10am to 2pm.

Microchipping is one of the most important things you can do for your dog or cat.

State law requires that all dogs and cats are to be microchipped at 12 weeks of age, so take advantage of this opportunity to have your pet microchipped for free and save yourself $35.

Free microchipping is only available to Lake Macquarie residents and a rates notice is required on the day.

Please ensure that cats are in a carry cage and dogs are on a leash.

If you have a large litter, please contact Council’s rangers prior to the day on 4921 0333.

For more information on school holiday activities, go to www.lakemac. com.au/playtime.

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t may have been April Fools day but last week at the Calvary Mater hospital, staff were out to prove that falls are no laughing matter.

As part of April Falls Day, hospital staff, with the help of ICON School of Make Up, painted themselves with fake bruises, cuts and grazes, all in an effort to start a conversation about the risk falls pose, especially to the elderly.

In NSW each year, falls lead to approximately 27,000 hospitalisations and at least 400 death in people over the age of 65.

Assistant director of clinical services (nursing) Kim Kolmajer said falls were often wrongly dismissed as not important.

“Many elderly people feel embarrassed and don’t want to admit they’ve had a fall for fear of losing their independence,” she said.

“Through April Falls Day, we’re getting together to talk about and say it’s okay and there are ways to prevent falls from occurring.”

Mrs Kolmajer said things like, having your eyes checked regularly, keeping physically fit, maintaining healthy calcium and vitamin D levels, and

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editorial@newcastlepost.com.au The Post, 19 Pearson St, Charlestown NSW 2290 COMMUNITY Amputees and Associates: Second Tuesday of every second month, 10am, Cardiff RSL. For more information, call Kevin, 4971 1633 Boolaroo Uniting Church: Saturday 11th April, Fashion Parade by Donna Lou, and craft stall at Boolaroo Uniting Church, 53 Main Road Boolaroo. 1.30pm.

Cost $8 includes afternoon tea.

Choir: Novotones Men’s Harmony Chorus, call Brian, 4948 8476 or Rod, 0412 145 971 Edgeworth Community Baptist Church: Meets at 9.30 am Sunday morning at Edgeworth Public School Hall Cnr Minmi Road & Oakville Road, Edgeworth.

All welcome. Ph: 0450 245 987 Lake Macquarie Family History Group: Meet at Marmong Point Community Hall 1st Wednes-

day of the month 2-5pm and 3rd Saturday of the month 10-4pm. Telephone Warren on 49595403 or www.lmfhg.org.au Lake Singers: Rehearses at the Uniting Church Hall, First Street, Booragul at 7.30 pm on Wednesdays. New (female) choristers always welcome. 49430531.

Lifeball: Modified netball for over 50s. Warners Bay, every Friday, 9:30am. Call 4947 3650 Newcastle National Seniors: Meeting fourth Tuesday of the month, 10:15am, Hamilton North Bowling Club, 31 Boreas St. Call Lyn Thomas on 4966 0147 for more information.

Southern Cross Cultural Exchange: Share your family and community with an interesting international exchange student keen to experience our local culture, including school.

French, Italian, German, Spanish, Finnish and Scandinavian students are arriving here from mid-July.

Call Southern Cross Cultural Exchange on 1800 500 501 for details on volunteer-hosting or go to www.scce.com.au The Friendship Circle: A happy, fun, social group of over 55 singles who have enjoyable outings with a great bunch of people.

All over 55s.

Single people are welcome to join. Contact Davina on 0487908503.

CLUBS Cardiff Seniors Club: Monday and Friday. Seeking new members. Bingo, carpet bowls, cards,

etc. Call 4945 5785 or 4954 5662 Lions Club: Warners Bay. First and third Thursday of the month, 6:30pm for 7pm start, Sweet St. Call 4947 1983 for more information Elermore Vale. second and fourth Tuesday of the month, 6:30pm, Wallsend Diggers.

Call 4950 2138 for more information Newcastle Caravan Club: Fourth Tuesday of the month, 7pm, Wallsend South Public School, Smith Rd, Elermore Vale.

Call Gael, 4950 2232 Probus: Call 1300 630 488 for nearest club and meeting times Rosco Nudist Club: Limited vacancies for families and couples. Visit www.roscoclub.com.au for more information.

Rotary: See www.rotary9670.org.au/ClubDirectory for meeting locations and times VIEW: See www.view.org.au or call 1800 805 366 for local club details.

PARENTING Dads in Distress: Call 1300 853 437 or visit www.dadsindistress.asn.au to find your nearest support group or local worker Happy Hippo Toy Library: Toys for 0-6 years.

Open Tuesday and Friday, 10am - noon or by appointment.

Call 4973 7000 InspYre: Young mothers mentoring program.

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MyTime: Peer support for parents and carers of children under school age with a disability or chronic medical condition.

Call 1800 889 997 Newcastle Multiple Birth Club Inc: Support, social events and information for parents of multiples. Call 0407 431 339 SIDS and Kids: 24-hours bereavement support.

Call, 4969 3171 Waratah Intergenerational Playgroup: For parents and children up to the age of six, as well as elderly residents, offering a wide variety of early learning experiences.

Playgroup meets Mondays at 9.30am every week during the school term at Bethel Aged Care, cnr Bridge and Lorna St, Waratah.

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HEALTH Al-anon: Family groups. Call 1300 252 666 or email alanonnorthernnsw@bigpond.com for more information Hunter Dementia and Memory Centre: 2 Percy St, Hamilton. Call 4962 7000 Hunter Women’s Centre: Alternative therapies.

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Aboriginal recruits to receive hands-on maritime safety training Roads and Maritime Services will offer a new intake of Aboriginal recruits the opportunity to participate in a successful program which helps to develop maritime careers.

Roads and Maritime Director of Maritime Angus Mitchell said last year’s pilot of the Roads and Maritime program was so successful it will be continued this year. “Recruiting is under way for the second intake of the program which gives ten young Aboriginal people hands-on marine safety training which culminates in industry qualifications,” Mr Mitchell said.

“The two-year program involves providing candidates who are keen to pursue a maritime career with training for a Certificate I in Transport and Distribution (Maritime Operations) which provides an understanding of learning and employment opportunities in the maritime and boating industries and acts as an indicator of capacity to complete this traineeship program.

“This training is delivered by Tribal Warrior Association in partnership with TAFE NSW. “Of the candidates who receive their Certificate I, four are selected to be embedded within the maritime operational teams for two years of on the job

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On completion of this training, the candidates graduate with a Certificate II in Maritime Operations Coxswain Grade 1 Near Coastal.

This qualification provides graduates with the ability to command a commercial marine vessel up to 12 metres long, to be able to carry passengers on the vessel.

Mr Mitchell said the recruits are based in Sydney, Batemans Bay and Newcastle and part of the training involves ‘sea time’.

Trainees are given practical and theoretical experience with Boating Safety Officers as they patrol the State’s waterways, with Environmental Services Officers as they carry out clean up work on Sydney Harbour and its tributaries, as well as working with teams including marine investigation, hydrographic survey and product services.

“The training aims to ensure the new recruits are well qualified to pursue permanent employment in the maritime industry,” Mr Mitchell said.

“The program is an extension of Roads and Maritime’s Aboriginal traineeship program which provides opportunities including education in Business Administration and Government.”

A first aid workshop to help owners look after their sick or injured animal will be held in the Hunter region on Sunday, April 12.

Equine Care Clinic owner Amanda Edwards will deliver the program at the property of The Branch residents, Raymond and Rae Eade.

The Branch is located about 40 minutes north of Karuah and is accessed via the Bucketts Way turnoff from the Pacific Highway.

The workshop will cover a wide range of topics such as knowing what’s normal and what’s not, when to call the vet, latest information on how to care for wounds and practical sessions on giving injections.

Ms Edwards said she was aware that access to equine care in rural areas can be challenging and is passionate about empowering horse owners to give effective care when things go wrong.

“The First Response Workshop does just that - gives more power and control back to horse owners, saving them money and preventing mistakes and losses that might be hard to live with,” Ms Edwards said.

Ms Edwards has a number of qualifications including a master of health service management, post graduate diploma of emergency nursing and midwifery, certificates in wound and stomal care along with certificate in equine guided education.

She regularly undertakes equine related workshops and studies and has spent the past eight years learning training methods that keep horses calm under pressure.

Mr Eade, a local barefoot trimmer with

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NRMA Insurance spokesperson Hannah Dunn said the company’s claims data showed over 2,600 notebooks, tablets and computer accessories had been stolen from NSW and ACT NRMA Insurance customers over the last

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a Diploma in Equine Podiotherapy, said he and his wife were excited to be able to bring the workshop horse owners in the local area. “We’ve all had to deal with an injury or illness at one time or another and having the confidence to know what to do is invaluable”.

To book your spot and please call either Rae Eade on 4997 6694, Amanda Edwards on 0422 809 060 or email amandaequinecareclinic@gmail.com.

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Disclosure of Political Donations and Gifts: all persons who lodge a submission are required to declare any relevant political donations and/or gifts in accordance with Section 147(5) of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979. An information and disclosure form is available by searching Political Donations and Gifts at www.lakemac.com.au.

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A feature of Round 6 of the Newcastle District No.1 Grade Mid-Week Pennant Competition was Nelson Bay’s 68/55 victory over Kurri Kurri. The win catapulted Nelson Bay to the Section 1 lead on 10 points, from Kurri Kurri 8 and Kahibah and Windale/Gateshead both on 6 points. New Zealand international Richard Girvan led the way for the Bay defeating Nathan Dawson 24/17.

The in-form Shannon Gittoes edged out Corey Parker 23/21 and Mark Watt downed Aaron Appleby 21/17. Kahibah kept its play-off hopes alive with a 53/41 victory over Maitland City and Boolaroo upset Windale/Gateshead 60/50.

2015 Mid-Week Pennant favourites Raymond Terrace maintained their unbeaten record and the Section 2 lead with a hard fought 63/49 victory over Beresfield winning on 2 of the 3 rinks.

Australian representative Matthew Baus beat Michael Brown 24/14 and Lennon Scott accounted for Warren Shipley 27/13. Mick Beesley kept Beresfield in the match downing Jason Stokes 22/12.

Soldiers Point 8 points are the new Section 3 leaders following its narrow

The win cataputed Nelson Bay to the Section 1 lead 61/58 win over Charlestown. All three rinks were close, with the successful Soldiers Point skippers being Terry Antram and Lee Such. Antram beat Ian Barrett 24/19 and Such edged out Bruce Jewell 19/17, while Kerry Foster was the lone triumphant Charlestown skipper 22/18 against Kevin Scott.

Kahibah Bowling Club will host the Final of the Newcastle District 18-25 Years Singles Championship on Friday commencing at 6.00pm with Adrian Solomons (Raymond Terrace) opposed to Daniel Hill (Beresfield). The finalists had contrasting semi-final victories, with Hill recovering from a 6/0 deficit after 3 ends to convincingly beat Haydn Bojkowski (Raymond Terrace) 31/13 and Solomons had a good battle with Josh Wilton (Cardiff) before winning 31/24.

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Wednesday 8 April 2015

Blockbuster clash to launch season Cessnock and Western Suburbs to meet as Newcastle Rugby League competition begins this weekend PAUL MONFORTE

he 2015 Tooheys Cup competition gets underway this weekend with the grand final rematch between Cessnock and Western Suburbs the highlight.

Western Suburbs won last year’s decider 22-8 at No.1 Sportsground but much has changed for both clubs in terms of players and coaches.

Craig Miller will coach Cessnock in 2015 having led Wests to three successive premierships, with Dean Botham filling the vacancy at the Rosellas.

The Goannas line-up will bear little resemblance to last year’s team with seven regular first graders having left the club in the off-season.

The Brown brothers, Riley (South Newcastle), Gene (South Newcastle) and Joel (Wests) have all moved on with Al Lantry and Kori Barber deciding to further their careers in England.

Chris Adams has moved to Lakes United and Jacob McKendry has switched to Kurri Kurri.

Cessnock were recently boosted by the signing of Liam Foran, who like his younger brother Kieran, can play either halfback or five-eighth.

Foran has ten NRL first grade games to his credit - three with Melbourne in 2008 and seven with Manly in 2012.

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Western Suburbs will be aiming for four premierships in succession in 2015 Photo: Trish Evenden

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Snowden hits his straps as Knights defence stands firm STORY COURTESY OF WWW.NEWCASTLEKNIGHTS.COM.AU

rop Kade Snowden has emerged as one of the Newcastle Knights’ biggest assets with the team keeping no secret about the fact robust defence has been its major strength and focus week-in-week-out since the season started.

Through attention-grabbing attacking efforts and relentless defensive strength, the 28-yearold earned the Players’ Player in two rounds of the side’s first four matches.

“I’m just doing my job and haven’t really thought about it. It’s just the way I should be playing,” Snowden said.

“Having no injuries, it has just given me a bit more confidence. I just need to keep doing my job and I should keep playing the way I am.”

As Snowden powers into his fourth season at the Knights, he attests a shift in the club’s atmosphere has been the catalyst to the team’s form.

“It’s always enjoyable when you’re winning,” he admitted.

“It’s been a different start to previous years.

All the hard work is paying off for us.

“I think we are all a bit more relaxed and are enjoying it more and having a bit more fun.

“We have been doing a lot of work on defence and I think that’s what’s winning us the game.”

Snowden said he doesn’t think anyone anticipated the Knights to start the season with such

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a bang, but has no doubt an emphasis on unwavering defence has been the key.

“We believed that we could do it... it’s just all about our defence,” he said.

“We have to complete more sets and if our defence keeps going the way it is, we should come close to winning.

“It’s probably one of the things that we’ve worked on the most this season and it’s really paying off.

“We’ve really bought into it and it’s winning us the games.”

Meanwhile, Knights utility Tyler Randall said he is content with his role assisting the team off the bench, even if it means missing out on game time due to the squad’s depth.

“It was always a goal of mine to be in the mix and playing some games at the start of the year,” he said.

“We have a good starting pack here and they are all pretty cemented positions, so all I can do is play well and get a game here and there and stay in the mix and help the boys out,” he said.

“I’m confident I can get a game and come off the bench and play a few different positions whether it be at hooker or in the halves, and hopefully get a start there.

The Knights' NRL and under 20s teams head down to Sydney for the match against Cronulla at Remondis Stadium on Friday night with kickoff at 7.35pm.

The NSW Cup team will play the Canberra Raiders' feeder team Mounties at Aubrey Keech Reserve, Hinchinbrook on Saturday at 3pm.

Knights prop Kade Snowden

In between those appearances, he played lower grades for the New Zealand Warriors and also played for Salford and the London Broncos in the English Super League.

Other players joining the Goannas from Tooheys Cup clubs include Trent Hawes, Josh Dymock and Tyrone Amy from Macquarie, Jarred Edwards (Souths), Noel Underwood (Central) and Dan Metcalf (Maitland).

For the Rosellas, Brad Murray, James Woolford and Jake Finn have all departed to Lakes United, Nathan LoMonoco and Dane Bamblett (Central) have moved to Central Newcastle and Lucas Miller has retired.

Recruits from within the Tooheys Cup competition include Joel Brown from Cessnock and South Newcastle’s Chris Knight.

Saturday’s match will be played at Cessnock Sportsground with kick-off at 3pm.

Other matches in the opening round on Saturday see South Newcastle playing Kurri Kurri at Townson Oval at 3pm, Central Newcastle taking on Maitland at St John Oval at 3pm and Lakes United hosting the Macquarie Scorpions at Cahill Oval with kick-off at 4pm.

Eight teams will take part in 2015 following the demise of the Port Stephens Sharks earlier this year due to a lack of player numbers.