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Open Day BBQ Lunch. 10am - 4pm, Thursday Feb 21.Call Village Manager Janine - 0439 485 940 and come see us at 90 High St, Hallidays Point NSW 2430.

As a local it’s easy to take for granted that you have one of the most sought-after retirement villages in Australia right at your doorstep. This is a great opportunity to check out the luxury homes, leafy streetscapes and 5 star amenities of Halliday Shores for yourself. And meet our wonderful residents.

Open Day BBQ Lunch. 10am - 4pm, Thursday Feb 21.Call Village Manager Janine - 0439 485 940 and come see us at 90 High St, Hallidays Point NSW 2430.

As a local it’s easy to take for granted that you have one of the most sought-after retirement villages in Australia right at your doorstep. This is a great opportunity to check out the luxury homes, leafy streetscapes and 5 star amenities of Halliday Shores for yourself. And meet our wonderful residents.

Hallidays Point News of Our World

January 2019

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Page 2 January 2019

Library hours for JanuaryThe library will close for the holiday period from 5pm Friday 21 December and reopen at 10am on Wednesday 2 January. We are open 10am – 5pm Monday to Friday and 10am – 12 noon on Saturdays.

We are the Puzzle Off Champions!!Hallidays Point Branch is the MidCoast Libraries Puzzle Master for 2018, after an exciting competition during International Games Week in November. A big thank you to all the puzzlers who added their input to complete the 550 piece puzzle in 15 hours. See the photo of Alana and Alan with the completed puzzle and the trophy.

Art Gallery ExhibitionIt is not too late to enjoy From the Beach to the Bush by local artist Barbara O’Donnell. This exhibition finishes on 18 January. Cards depicting Barbara’s artworks are also for sale at only $4.00 each. These original cards are great to have for that special occasion and gift.

Summer Reading ClubThe Summer Reading Club is here! This year’s theme is Curious Creatures. Children aged 5-16 years are encouraged to register online and then collect an SRC pack from the library up until 12 January. All members who hand in their completed reading logs by 19 January receive an invitation to our exclusive Summer Reading Club party at the Manning Entertainment Centre on Wednesday 23 January. The Summer Reading Club is a national program that encourages children aged 5-16 years to read throughout the holidays. Run in partnership with the State Library of Queensland, the Australian Library and Information Association, and the Australian Public Library Alliance last year saw over 41,000 Australian children register and collectively read more than 267,000 books.

School Holiday ProgramThe January school holiday program is now available. We have a great line-up of activities planned this summer, including movies, curious creatures crafts, kite making & flying, workshops, photography and science.Bookings are required for most school holiday activities, so check online at www.midcoastlibraries.com.au or pop into the library. Get in early, as sessions are booking out quickly.

Wriggle, Giggle, ReadAt the final session for 2018, the little ones were presented with a Christmas gift of a beautiful board book. See the photo. Children’s regular sessions of Storytime and Wriggle. Giggle Read will recommence in February 2019. See the website for details.

Free Wi-Fi Available Having family or friends visiting during the holidays who need access to the internet? Did you know that the Library is a wireless hotspot? 4 hours free access per day or 500mb download, no password needed! Available 24/7.

See you soon in the Library!!Library Hours: Mon – Fri 10am – 5pm,

Sat 10am – 12 noon.

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Tea Towel Folly

Invented in the 19th century, tea towels were known originally as kitchen towels. The term ‘tea towel’ was coined as ladies of the house regularly used the towels to dry their expensive tea services. Today, in some houses, the tea towel is a piece of domestic art but in most it is a functional bit of cloth more often used as a hand towel or to mop up a spill - a glorified rag.My first real contact with a tea towel was as a young child. After much pestering to use the extremely dangerous iron my mother let me iron tea towels and handkerchiefs. I got over it pretty quickly, but I retain a strange fondness for ironing tea towels. Unlike some of the contributors to the exhibition I am not a collector, although I do like a nice tea towel. Something cheerful and bright, absorbent and easy to wash, preferably linen.Before her death some years ago, Pat Roberts showed me the tea towels she had collected over the years. They were too precious to use, and they filled up a good proportion of the linen closet. I was a bit envious of such a large collection and thought one day I’d like to borrow some and put on an exhibition at the Library. And this is it.I do have some of Pat’s collection, and some from Vivian’s travel tea towels. Every friend I asked had a few that were special for some reason. My friend Jenny and her daughter Sam collect old tea towels and table cloths and make clothing and home furnishings with them. I started tea towel hunting in charity shops, buy swap sell and garage sales. On a recent trip to Orange and Bathurst I visited every second hand and charity shop and found none. When I asked about tea towels the nice lady replied quizzically “we don’t get old tea towels, why would anyone want one?”There are some serious tea towel artists especially those for classic groups like the National Trust, some are instructional, some are pure Australiana or overseas travel souvenirs, kittens and flowers, poetry and plans, and some good life lessons. I really appreciate everyone who has contributed to the Tea Towel Folly. Especially Fred who went to a lot of trouble to hang the things. It will be on exhibition in the library gallery during February 2019.

Alana

Old Maps - A letter to the EditorDear Sir, I would like to respond to an article by two long time residents, John Edstein and Alan Kemp, that was in the November Issue of the News of our World. There are some inconsistencies in their article that readers should be made aware of.Firstly, Wylie Breckenridge never owned the land where the park is, it has always and still is crown land (Reserve). The land was originally used as a camping area and administered by the council in conjunction with the local Progress Association. When the two new caravan Parks were built in the area, the Reserve ceased to be used as a camping area and was designated a community park.

After Wylie’s death, it was renamed in his honour to recognise him for the outstanding work he had done for Black Head Village and the Surf Life Saving Club. Secondly. Cooinda Street was only extended to handle the extra traffic, after a section of the land from Dixon’s farm was subdivided on the western side of Cooinda Street.I would also like to add that the Reserve has always been known as a Koala Habitat with eucalypts always present to maintain their existence. I also acknowledge that a variety of Casuarina (Swamp Oak) is out of control not only in Black Head, but much of the district.Attached is two official maps of the area, one from the late 1800’s, the other from 1926. They clearly show Lot 57 has always been Crown Land.

Long term local, Brian Lynch

Page 4 January 2019

Hallidays Point Garden ClubThe November, and last, meeting for 2018 was held in the beautiful garden belonging to Carolyn and Chris Begg. Carolyn explained to the meeting her policy of buying her plants when in flower, so she knows what she is buying. The plant of the month, presented by Christine Ricketts, was the hydrangea. This plant prefers the morning sun position, improved soil with compost and organic material and lots of water. It flowers in spring and into summer (pink, blue, purple, red and white depending on soil type), originally coming from Asia and the Americas. Mophead is the most common type although there is a climbing variety. Prune after flowering, seven (7) buds below flower heads. It is very easy to propagate. Lyn Saunders showed the Costa Rica Butterfly vine (Dalechampia dioscorieflora). The Lucky Door prize was won by Annie Mayne.The guest speaker was Mark McCarthy, the “Bamboo Man”. His address was on bamboo which can be running or clumping varieties with over 2000 species growing from small to over 50 metres and every height in between. Bamboo does not like full sun, preferring morning sun to that of later in the day and grows best in a protected position. It will grow in any soil type and needs to be mulched as it is a rainforest plant with shallow roots. In dry conditions bamboo will lose its leaves but regrowth happens quickly after rain. Bamboo was introduced to Australia initially as fodder. Pandas like 10-15 varieties, preferring different types at different times of the year.Here are some helpful tips for making cut flowers last. When you pick or purchase flowers, snip the ends of the stalks before you place them in water. Strip off the leaves that will remain below the water level, leaves above the water should remain in place. Pick flowers in the cool of the morning or in the late afternoon. Change vase water at least every second day, snipping stems each time. Rinse out vases with bleach after use. When picking roses in bud, cut off a little of the stem and place the roses in tepid water in a cool place for a few hours before arranging them. This prevents the buds from opening too soon.

For Garden Club enquiries contact Annie Mayne on 6559 2570 or annietheaussie@bigpond.com

Book ReviewUnsheltered by Barbara KingsolverKingsolver is a master writer, and in this her most recent book, she explores the ideal of and practicalities of shelter and how we are protected as we shelter from the world. Willa Knox, the heroine, has worked hard all her life, but finally succumbs to a similar trajectory as her crumbling house…a slide to homelessness.Everything and everyone is letting her family down: her student loan burdened son, her dumpster diving daughter her desperately needy grand daughter and her very unpleasant and dying father-in-law.Hoping for an historical preservation grant to save her house, Willa searches the history of Vinelands through Charles Landis who established the utopian community and Mary Treat a female botanist and environmentalist well before her time.This is not Kingsolver’s best work, but it is a really good book with a timely Trumpian message.

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Have You Ever Been to the V8 Supercar Races?The team at Garry Douglas Autos spent the weekend of 24th & 25th of November at the V8s and were given a tour of the Erebus Penrite pits. It was very interesting and exhilarating! Erebus Penrite Racing’ David Reynolds has ended a spectacular season with his third win of the year on the streets of Newcastle, with teammate Anton De Pasquale the highest placed rookie in 16th.The supercar events take place all over Australia, but the final race is held in Newcastle. The Coates Hire Newcastle 500 has cemented its place as one of

the most anticipated events on the sporting calendar. The vehicles used in the series are loosely based on road-going, four-door touring cars. Cars are custom made using a control chassis, with only certain body panels being common between the road cars and race cars. To ensure parity between each make

of car, many control components are utilised. All cars must use a 5.0-litre, naturally aspirated V8 engine. Originally only for Ford Falcon (FG X)s and Holden Commodore (ZB)s, the New Generation V8 Supercar regulations, introduced in 2013, opened up the series to more manufacturers. Nissan were the first new manufacturer to commit to the series with four Nissan Altima L33s followed briefly by Erebus Motorsport with three Mercedes-Benz E63 AMGs. Mercedes-Benz and Erebus have already been testing for 2019. (See www.supercars.com)The effective teamwork at Penrite Erebus is evident when you visit the garage on race day and team owner, Betty Klimenko’s plays a large part in that team. Her involvement in Australian racing started in 1998, before entering Supercars in 2013 following the purchase of Stone Brothers Racing. She took time out to take a photo with us.We have a great team too, at Garry Douglas Autos, and we would like to take the opportunity to thank all our loyal customers for their continued support over the years and look forward to being of service to you in 2019.

Diamond Beach Rural Fire BrigadeWe are now in the middle of summer and a very dry seasonI would like to remind everyone to be prepared in case of fires. Keep your gardens trimmed, and clean out your gutters of dead leaves you may think there are no fires near us, but remember embers from fires can travel more than 20 kilometres from a fire.When we went to the fires at Salt Ash near Newcastle a few weeks ago we had the fire under control until the wind picked up. Embers were going everywhere and starting new fires down the road, so you never know, like the add on TV keeps telling everyone.

FIRE HAS A PLAN, DO YOU?

Our Diamond Beach Brigade has taken on the job to repaint every fire hydrant point, test them, and put blue and yellow markers on the road in the whole of Hallidays Point, to make sure we can respond to fires with easy access to water points at any time.

On behalf of all our team at the Diamond Beach Fire Brigade we would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a very happy New Year, and we thank you for supporting our brigade throughout the year.

Leo Fransen phone 0428 222 065 Diamond Beach Community

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Page 6 January 2019

Hallidays Point Combined Probus ClubDue to the earlier than usual deadline in November I didn’t have the opportunity to report on that month, so a quick flash-back before I get to December. It was quite a coincidence that both our 10 minute speaker and our guest speaker talked about submarines. Fellow Probian Bob Whitaker, a ship designer, talked about the construction of submarines in WWII. Germany started building them well before the war, 248 to be precise; towards the end of the war the Germans had built a staggering 1562, 800 of which were lost, and 235 were still under construction when the war ended. 2800 mariners on both sides lost their lives. A most impressive talk.After morning tea Geoff Anderson, ex-Royal Navy Submariner and Commanding Officer since 1977, talked about his 26-year life on Oberon-class submarines. He spoke of this life with great enthusiasm and he obviously loved every minute of it, despite cramped sleeping facilities, pretty basic living circumstances in general, and the perpetual smell of diesel. It must have been smelly down there anyway, for washing facilities were limited to one shower a week, and they wore the same clothes for weeks on end! We were shown many slides, and just looking at them would make you claustrophobic. Geoff is now President of the National Submarine Association.Then December came around, and this meant that the Probus Singers fill the 10-minute as well as the guest speaker slot. Before our performance Walter Schellenberg was inducted. Born in Switzerland and now living in Forster, Walter decided to join our club because of the choir. And we are over the moon to have him join our basses. Before morning tea, the choir sang two items to mark the end of a year of remembrance: Brahms’ “In Shadowed Night” and “In Flanders Fields”At morning tea Bev Crisp spoilt us again with her world-famous Christmas cakes, nobody does it like she does! Santa, personified by Alan Bates, made an appearance, and handed out chocolates to those who had been good, i.e. all of us.The concert after the break had as theme “Christmas Around the World”. We sang carols/songs from 10 different nations, starting in Great Britain and ending in Latin America. It was unanimously decided not to sing them in the original languages! But the first verse of “Silent Night” was sung in German by Walter (he joined just in time), and three of us sang a carol in Dutch (well-done with the pronunciation, Irene Sonne!). We are very fortunate to have Beth Norling as our accompanist, she is simply brilliant, never misses a beat, and if we do, she covers it up beautifully. President Peter had a slide show on the screen with lovely images and the lyrics for those items where the audience could join in. The text tying the music together, explaining its origin and how Christmas is celebrated in that particular country was written by Lynette Hester and read out by various choristers. Judging from the feedback our performance was a great success and I thank everyone involved for all the hard work put in to make it so enjoyable. The raffle prizes this month were 3 huge hampers, organised and assembled by Robin Billings and Noni Putnam; congrats to the winners, your grocery bill has just been halved!Then we all toddled to the Tavern for Christmas lunch, and what a delicious lunch it was. Perfectly cooked, good and efficient service, and such generous portions! We were not the only group there, Tavern staff had to serve lunch to about 150 people that day, and I take my hat off to them. Thank you, Ian Campbell for organising the event, and thank you Marea Binskin, Louise McKinnon and Marilyn Wilson for decorating the tables. All in all, it was a great celebration! There won’t be a meeting in January, but we’ll have the famous and delicious President’s Breakfast (organised by Lynne and Ron Smith, thank you!) at the Surf Club on the 8th January, starting at 8 am. A great way to bring out a toast to the New Year.Interested in joining? Our club meets every 1st Tuesday of the month (except January) at Black Head Surf Life Saving Club, 9.45 for a 10 am start. For more info: contact President Peter Hester on 6559 3801 or peterhester1@hotmail.com, or our Secretary John Clucas on 0417 0365 50 or jokay49@gmail.com.

The photos show: 1. Bob Whitaker, 2. Geoff Anderson then, 3. Geoff Anderson now, 4. Anna, Lynette and Beth, 5. Induction Walter Schellenberg, 6. Santa,

7. Life members Allan Buckingham and Evelyn Crockett (with Pam Isbill), 8 choir, 9. Table in Tavern, 10. Dec/Jan birthdays,

11. VP Ian Campbell and Graham Lane at the Tavern.

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Shores Players Fight For Justice! With the silly season and all it entails almost upon us, it may have escaped the notice of many that Halliday Shores is home to a rather unique group of local budding thespians. Residents and local friends were recently entertained by this all-singing, all-dancing group of talented actors in the hilarious musical comedy ‘The Big Bad Musical’. Many of the actors had never been on stage before, let alone performed in front of such a large audience, but each and every one rose to the occasion in what can only be described as true Hollywood style. This entertaining and humorous celebration of all things theatrical saw many of the characters from our childhood fairy tales joining in a fight for justice, armed with witty dialogue, toe-tapping songs and quirky dance routines, as the Big Bad Wolf was put to trial for his many misdemeanours.

The audience formed the jury for the trial of Big Bad, portrayed menacingly (and with more than a wry twist of humour) by Alan Bates. Irene Sonne, as the Evil Stepmother (Lawyer for the Defence), capably demonstrated artfully sly manipulation skills as she relentlessly cross-examined witness after witness. With Gayle Greenwood as the sweet but deceivingly cagey Fairy Godmother (Lawyer for the Prosecution) representing the wronged folk of the Enchanted Forest, the jury was never fully assured throughout the ensuing drama that justice would eventually be served.

Fortunately Judge Wise Old Man, played seamlessly by the cool, calm and charismatic Malcolm Todd, kept the potential debacle under control as his courtroom threatened to disintegrate into chaos. Witnesses, including the sweetly innocent Little Red Riding Hood (Jo Chapman); her gorgeously groovy grandmother, Mrs Hood (Paddy Todd), and the somewhat dim-witted but irresistibly cute three little pigs (Peter Hester, Olna Lee and Rhonda Gibson) joined the devilishly handsome Woodcutter (John Mead); the slightly forgetful but completely lovable Old Shepherd (John O’Donnell) and the impishly cheeky Boy Who Cried Wolf (John Clucas) to testify against Big Bad.

With only one witness for the Defence, the beguilingly innocent charmingly delightful Little Miss Muffet (Susie Catterson) it seemed that poor Big Bad would almost certainly ultimately be convicted for his many and varied crimes. Thankfully he didn’t have to face his fate alone, supported throughout by the sparklingly scintillating singing, dancing Wolfettes (Milica Mead, Jo Harford and Gail Attwood) - who did their best to rally support for his cause. The story was narrated throughout by glamorous reporter Sidney Grimm (Jillian Dunn) from the Enchanted Forest News channel who kept her watchful eye on the developing proceedings, all the while keeping the audience on the edge of their seat as drama unfolded upon drama. To the relief of all justice was finally served, the jury declaring Big Bad guilty and no longer free to continue his reign of terror amongst the folk of the Enchanted Forest.

Under the guidance of the amazingly talented Lynette Hester (Director Extraordinaire), the process of production was a cooperative effort - with David “Crackles” Gibson operating all aspects of audio production and Bill Lee constructing the imaginative stage set and providing lighting. Video footage of this amazing production was capably captured by Phil Greenwood. Imaginative costumes set decoration and props were sourced by many involved in the production in the months leading up to opening night, with local op shops and tip shops having been thoroughly scoured. Halliday Shores Social Club prepared sumptuous refreshments both before, and after, the show with these being appreciated by one and all. This was indeed a night to remember for cast and audience alike - and next year’s production by the Shores Players will be an event not to be missed if this year’s Big Bad Musical is any indication! Make sure you don’t miss it!

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Hallidays Point Community Church Over 55’s Christmas LunchWell, what an eventful day it was at our last lunch of 2018. Kularoo sent the bus out to share the day with us and they were early. We had everyone in the church just before the hail storm hit, thanks to the driver Rick. We only had to pick Josie up in the rain and a few hardy ones braved it with the help of brollies, then down it came hail stones wind and rain.We had the main meal served and the lovely Neil was washing up and we thought he had let the sink over flow but.no, it was a burst pipe under the sink so, out in the rain I went and with the help of Alan (blokes shed) found the water meter to tum it off. Funny, you never know where these things are till something happens. Everyone was mopping, towels mops etc. Ever helpful I said, “I’ll get you another bucket”. Well, it had a split down the side and as fast as the water went in, out it came again, right up to the kitchen door! Poor Bev Bums gets the trophy for mopper of the year.We were serving sweets in the water and not one complaint all. The nice things we had planned went out the window, but it was a great day and we laughed an awful lot.Thanks to Lesley for the unexpected huge Pavlova, Kaye for the stained glass pudding (a real treat) and the ice cream is still in my freezer.

We have photos of a certificate of thanks presented to the Blokes Shed and we don’t care if they never move from the shed at the back of the church. They help us so much and so willingly They even helped eat the leftovers from the craft party this week, what a sacrifice!See you in 2019 starting on the 6th of February. Blessings for this special time of the year from all of us at Over 55’s.

Marion Blackley

Hallidays Point Senior CitizensA big welcome to all of our new members who are enjoying the range of activities provided at the Community Centre. The December Black Head Bazaar was a great success for us. The day was sunny, and everyone was out bright and early to do their shopping and then drop by and have their breakfast. It’s a long but satisfying day for our volunteers and our heartfelt thanks go to the loyal band of members who do the prepping on Saturdays, washing up and clearing away Sundays and Mondays, and to our wonderful helpers who load, get us to the bazaar, unload and get us packed up at the end of the day. We just can’t do it without you.Our Christmas party was held on Tuesday 11 December with a great roll up of members who enjoyed the delicious spit roast lunch, raffles, gift bags and general good vibe. Thanks to the committee members who organised the event and helped with the decorating of the community centre. It always looks a treat.Our last trip for the year was on Thursday 13 December, when we travelled to Bulahdelah and boarded our houseboat for a cruise around the Lakes. We had an early start leaving at 9.00am from the community centre, to be ready to set off at 10am and meandered through the Lakes until 3pm. We moored to enjoy our BBQ lunch. It was a lovely way to end the year. A reminder that we will be taking a break throughout January to recover from the festivities but will be back raring to go in February. A very happy New Year to all. Gail Phair, Trips Coordinator

Page 9January 2019

Green Bikes WorkshopThe Green Bikes Workshop is located at the Mid Coast Resource Recovery Centre in Mid Orchid Road, Tuncurry. Green Bikes reclaims unwanted bikes and restores many to workable condition. Almost 250 bikes were restored in 2017.Green Bikes recently won a State Blue Star Sustainability Award under the Community Environmental Achievement Award category for its work in reusing, reducing and recycling.

Green Bikes is operated by volunteers in a shed at the Resource Recovery Centre on Monday mornings 0900 to 1200 and Wednesday afternoons from 1200 to 1500.Volunteers reclaim old bikes, keep usable parts and components and use these to restore bikes that are sold through the Resource Recovery Centre. All bikes for sale are checked to ensure they are fully functional and mechanically roadworthy.Volunteers also assist community members wishing to learn basic bicycle maintenance. This may be done on an individual basis by arrangement or as part of an advertised program. Bike owners are welcome to come and use the workshop facilities at the advertised opening times to repair their machines. Expert advice is available. Used parts for bikes including tyres, wheels and other components are on sale at the workshop.Volunteers help to train some school students in basic bike maintenance and restoration of bikes for their personal use.Green Bikes can be contacted at the workshop at the times noted above or by phone on 0458 809 975.Green Bikes can assist community members to deliver unwanted bikes to the Resource Recovery Centre by picking bikes up from their home. This service is by arrangement and applies generally from Smiths Lake through to Hallidays Point.

Ian Yager

Hallidays Point Lions OP SHOPThe Hallidays Point Lions Club Op Shop has now been operating for 3 years, what a great achievement. Happy Birthday. Thank you to all the wonderful volunteers who have helped run the shop during this time and the community who have donated goods. Our success enables us to support other community organisations.

Its holiday time so remember to come in for your summer

entertainment:

DVDs, puzzles, games, books, magazines

and all your beach / picnic requirements.Holiday opening hours :

Tues, Wed, Thur, Frid, Sat, Sun

8.30 am– 1.30pmClosed – Monday

Lion Helen Bauert

K9 RunIt’s official, the 3rd tennis court that has been unused for years is now set up for dogs off leads. As part of collaboration between Black Head Bazaar and Black Head Tennis Club, dog owners now have an off lead fenced yard for their dogs to socialise, learn new tricks, chase a ball or just run around. There are a few simple rules about keeping the court clean and tidy. Whilst there is a dog tidy bag dispenser there is no bin so please take you rubbish away with you. Please keep the gate closed at all times, be considerate of other dogs and owners, definitely no rough or aggressive play or excessive barking. Don’t leave you dog unattended.There are a couple of chairs and a little shade and soon there will be water on tap for thirsty K9s. We hope you and your K9 enjoy the space and remember once you’re back in the park dogs need to be on a lead.

Alana

Volunteers: Virginia, Helen, Glenice.

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Congratulations to Joint Winners of the Dr Dorothy Greening Memorial ScholarshipThe 2018 Dr Dorothy Greening Memorial Scholarship has been shared equally by two local students, Cohen Watt, School Captain and Isaac Boag School Vice Captain who were presented with their awards on behalf of the Lions Club of Hallidays Point by Lion Maureen Timmins at the Hallidays Point Public School Presentation Day held on the 12th December.During the presentation, Maureen had the following words to say:“Many years ago a young girl was given financial assistance to help her further her studies.This young girl grew up and became Dr Dorothy Greening who gave dedicated caring service to our local community.Dr Greening appreciated this financial help very much, so on her death she set aside a sum of money for the welfare of others, to be held by Hallidays Point Lions Club, who established a scholarship trust fund in her honour.Her bequest not only means her assistance to our community lives on well past her lifetime, it enables pupils like our recipients today to be encouraged and assisted in their studies just as Dr Greening was.The awards were decided on the recommendation of your school on scholastic aptitude and most importantly for good citizenship which recognises a positive attitude to the welfare of others.We wish you every success in your future studies and congratulate you on this recognition.Our two recipients receive this award, a cheque for $675.00 each made payable to their parents to be held in trust for them.”

Dr “Billy” GreeningDr Dorothy Greening, better know as “Billy”, a name that her grandmother gave her as a child during WW2 was born in Summer Hill and later went to school in Glen Innes.She used her influence to gain entry to the army in 1941 as a nurse even though she was under age for the post and somewhat short sighted. She was sent to the Middle East on a hospital ship. She served in hospitals in Jerusalem, Gaza and Syria and returned to Australia in 1942.She was later posted to Borneo and then went on to Singapore to treat the former POWs who needed to be made well enough to travel back to Australia. After the war, she worked as a midwife at Crown Street hospital and then applied for medicine at the University of Sydney.After completing her degree, she moved to England where she gained enormous obstetric experience on large populations. On returning to Australia, she joined a practice in Wingham and speicialised in obstetric surgery but became formally qualified as an obstetrician later in England.On return to Australia, she set up as a gynaecologist in Taree despite opposition from local doctors. She lived on the hill at Black Head Village. After 16 years, she retired and travelled in Australia and oversees.She marched each year in Sydney on Anzac day with her nursing friends.She swam daily in the sea and the baths and walked her dog on the beach. Her idyllic lifestyle continued at Black Head where she enjoyed reading, swimming and socialising with her friends. She was very generous to the community financially.

Written by Ingrid Horsburgh with the help of the Late John Ritchie. April 2012

L:R: Lion Maureen Timmins, Cohen Watt & Izaac Boag

Page 11January 2019

Fishing NewsIt’s whiting time. The friendly family fish with no sharp fins or teeth and usually easy to catch when the water is warm and clear provides an easy catch for the young and old alike. But to improve your chances, here are a few suggestions. I use a 3 or 4kg breaking strain line, usually with a two hook rig (you sometimes catch a double as whiting are often in schools) and a small running pea sinker on a 60cm, 5kg b/s line between the two traces – as illustrated.

The best bait in order, are yabbies, (hard to get) live beach worms, pipis, prawns and popper lures. Whiting, like flathead, prefer a moving bait, so it is better to drift or retrieve slowly over shallow sand flats. On the beach they are often only a few metres out in creamy water and less than a metre deep or on the edge of holes at the drop offs.Flathead still continue to dominate in the estuaries and should be even better as the water gets warmer (now 20+ degrees). They are responding to all types of soft plastics, vibes and hard lures. Two out of three fish caught, however, are undersize. Larger quarry have been enticed by poddy mullet and live herring which Luke Austin of Tuncurry Tackle, says, are now being caught using a bait jig.

There are signs things are improving on the beaches with whiting landed although many are just undersize. I managed to catch three bream, one almost a kilogram and a whiting plus several other throwbacks, in half an hour. Cameron Crisp, using beach worms, beached a nice mulloway to 7kg while his friend caught and released another around 8kg off Diamond Beach a couple of nights later.Friend, Garry, fishing with me recently caught and released a rare stargazer fish, their eyes and large mouth are on top of their head and they can bury their bulky body in sand in a second or two, ready to ambush their prey. Have a look on Google.The big boys are starting to move in out wide with talk of a few marlin boated and tagged. One was even seen south of Forster, no more than 100 metres out, cavorting in the water up on its tail, and also chasing baitfish. Dolphin fish (mahi- mahi) have also appeared and although fickle, some of these great fighters have been boated. Although at times elusive, reports of snapper to 4kg, teraglin and the odd pearl perch are filtering in.

The photograph shows a “snap” of my nephew, David who has been a professional fisherman, on and off, for many years, with the jaws of a 4.3 metre tiger shark. While fishing for gummy shark, with set lines, it became entangled and had to be euthanased. It was caught in 45 metres of water off Diamond Beach. David has observed an increase in the larger species of shark over the past few years.I’ve written previously about the migration of particular types of fish. Now I hear that mackerel travelling north do not go past Townsville – because they are frightened, they will finish up in Cairns.

Good Fishing, Trevor

TOFSWives & Partners Day; Lunch cruise on the Manning RiverOur 2nd Annual Ladies Day was another cruise, this year on the mighty Manning River on board the “Island Explorer”. It was well attended by 48 TOFS, their Ladies, and Guests and was another excellent day. The Manning River is one of Australia’s few large river systems that have not been damned for water supply purposes anywhere along its catchment. The local water supply is fed by Bootawa Dam, which we visited in August last year, and is where water is pumped from the river to the dam whenever river turbidity and flow levels can allow.We meandered downstream passing Mitchells and Oxley islands, eventually turning near Harrington Point, the River’s northern mouth. We then followed the northern channel of the delta system, passing Jones Island as an excellent lunch was served, with many enjoying some ales & wines. We passed divided coastal land and several large islands, and points of historical interest including the towns of Croki and Bohnock, and a section of river from the derelict Peters Wharf and Peeress Wharf, famous for its rich cream boat history. Both milk factories used cream boats (or milk boats) to service the farms along the river with the milk picked up and transported in stainless steel drums to the two factory wharves and then to the factories for pasteurisation and for cheese making. Interesting history indeed. We were returned to our starting wharf right on time at 2.30pm, all thanking the Island Explorer Skipper and his staff, and especially Don, our Tour Organiser, for a most interesting day. John Mead

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Delivering for our Local areaDelivering $17,812,423 this year in Federal Financial Assistance Grants and $1,114,367 in Roads to Recovery, $5-million in Federal funding for Bucketts Way and over $7-million in Bridges Renewal funding to Mid Coast Council to assist with local infrastructure projects throughout the Hallidays Points, Black Head, Red Head, Diamond Beach, Tallwoods and the Manning Valley.

Dr David GILLESPIE MPHe Listens. He Cares. He Delivers.

Authorised by Dr David Gillespie MP, National Party of Australia, 144 Victoria Street, Taree NSW 2430.

Our Natural Worldwith GeraldineBeachcomber Treasure Hunt It is holiday time again and visitors are arriving to enjoy our beautiful coast line.If you are looking for something to entertain your visitors, then they might like to try this Beachcomber’s Treasure Hunt. The challenge is to find one example of each of the ten items listed below. Some items you can collect others you might just need to take a photo of.Here is your list of items to collect. Grab a hat, put on sunscreen and off you go beachcombing.1. A Mangrove Leaf - The fruits and seedlings of all mangrove plants can float, which is how

they can colonise another area. The seeds float away and lodge in mud, where they begin to grow. After a big storm you will often see the beach littered with the waxy green split leaves of the mangroves.

2. Neptune’s necklace - a little string of sea weed referred to as Neptune’s Necklace or “sea grapes”.

3. A Pumice stone - since March 2014 these stones, from an eruption of the Havre underwater volcano 1,000 kms north of NZ, have been arriving on our beaches.

4. A Crab hole with little sand balls – Look for this one at low tide. Sand bubbler crabs live on sandy beaches, they feed by filtering sand through their mouthparts, leaving behind balls of sand that are disintegrated by the incoming high tide.

5. A Beach Spinifex or a Pennywort Leaf - the wonderful Spinifex running grass can spread very quickly to rapidly colonise and revegetate the dunes, for without it our dunes would be gone. Another plant that colonises the dunes is the ivy shaped “pennywort”.

6. A Sea Urchin - the globe shell or test of a purple sea urchin. Make sure it is dead, it should have a hole in the top and the bottom and hopefully have lost its spines. This a hard one, extra points if you find one.

7. A Turban Shell – this shell is large, solid and orb shaped, twice as wide as it is high. It has whorls that wind around and around to a small point.

8. A Chapmans Limpet – this little guy is about the side of a 10 cent coin and has eight radiating points.

9. A Scallop or a mussel or an oyster shell – you could be devious and go to the fish and chip shop but that would be cheating!

10. Stripped mouth Conniwink – what a great name. You might need to consult with Mr Google to find out what this little shell looks like.

Page 13January 2019Have you found them all? If so, you can go and see Dianne at the library, she has a copy of my solution sheet, you can check your collection against it.Hope you enjoy your holiday at Hallidays Point, it is a great place to explore seashore life.

Black Head SLSCDecember and January are proving to be very busy months on the beach and at the club. Lots of events are in the pipeline commencing with the Inter-Branch carnival at Black Head Beach on December 8th and 9th. Those of you who ventured on down to the beach that weekend will have been treated to the sight of highly-skilled surf competitors vying for honours for their particular branches of Surf Life Saving.On Saturday, December 15th Kaycee Wisemantel organised a Christmas Drinks and Pot Luck dinner/social evening at the surf club, beginning at 6:00pm. Dress with a “touch of Christmas”. The New Year’s Eve Fireworks funding has been taken over by Hallidays Point Lions Club. They have done a great job and their fundraising, led by Jim Frewin, is almost there but not quite. Please donate to this cause when a Lion approaches you with his/her bucket or when you see a tin on the counter of a local business. This is a major community event as is the Community Church “Carols in The Park” on Sunday December 16th.“Brekky on The Balcony” will happen again in January. The three dates for your diaries are Sunday, January 6th, 13th and 20th. Bring the family, bring the house guests. It’s a great way to start your summer Sunday and breakfasts will be served from 8am.Also happening at the Surf Club in January are bingo nights. Musical Bingo nights are on Tuesday 8th and 15th January from 7pm. Other nights for Bingo, also beginning at 7pm, are on January 3rd, 10th and 17th. Another date for your January diary is Saturday, January 12th for a Beer and Wine-tasting afternoon. This event begins at 3pm and tickets are available from Cellarbrations at Diamond Beach and at the surf club on the day. Sippers on The Balcony at the Surf Club continues every Sunday from 3pm – 7pm. All welcome. The bar will also be open during these hours from December 27th – December 30th and from January 2nd – January 7th to cater for visitors to our area.

During the last month the club has gained new Bronze and SRC members. Congratulations to the following members:Back (l to r): Schafer Aikens, Jamie Wisemantel, Brady Cross, Nelson Pierce,

Jasmine Axisa, Michael Elliott, Stephen Powell, Chris Lenkic, Jill Watkins, Portia RennieFront: Boston Ford, Max Hillyer, Tim Oh, Grace Munro-Hawkins, Patrick Montague, Maddison Aiken, Freya Raglus, Tania Murray.Absent: Lucas Kloosterhof, Jamie Lee Hasham Envirobank cages for the return of your bottles and cans are available at both Mayo and Forster Private Hospitals. This is a good fundraiser for the surf club so please drop off at these points plastic water bottles, soft drink cans, beer bottles, energy drink bottles, any containers bearing the recyclable logo. Thanks everybody and Christmas Greetings from the Management and Membership of Black Head Surf Life Saving Club.

Carmel Bartlett, Publicity Officer

26 Diamond Drive, Diamond Beachcellarbrationsatdbeach@bigpond.com 6559 2006

Join us for an afternoon of beer, wine and spirit tasting

Join us for an afternoon of beer, wine and spirit tasting

Organised by:

Steve Taylor, Diamond Beach Cellarbrations - Ph 6559 2006

Terry Aldridge, Black Head SLSC - Ph 0412 268 932

Diamond Beach

Surf Life Saving ClubFounded 1925

Diamond Beach 4th Annual Black Head SLSC Fundraiser

Tastings by the Sea

All ticket proceeds to the Black Head SLSC

Cheese platters available

Surf Club Bar Open

Saturday 12th January 2019 3.00 - 5.00pm

Saturday 12th January 2019 3.00 - 5.00pm

Super specials available to all ticketed participants Limited Tickets Available

Both Black Head Surf Club & Diamond Beach Cellarbrations support Responsible Service of Alcohol. Intoxicated persons will not be admitted or served.

Black Head Surf Club$10 per person

Black Head Surf Club$10 per person

Available from Cellarbrations Diamond Beach & Black Head SLSC

with our very own Wine Maker Alex Finnie

Angove Family Wines • Bertons Wines

Monteiths • Wicked Elf Brewing

James Estate

Jim Beam • Diagio/Gordon Gin

Vok / Beenleigh

McGuigans • Tempus Two wines

Spirit Platform/Cointreau • Cellarbration Brands

Suppliers Include:Suppliers Include:Angove Family Wines • Bertons Wines

Monteiths • Wicked Elf Brewing

James Estate

Jim Beam • Diagio/Gordon Gin

Vok / Beenleigh

McGuigans • Tempus Two wines

Spirit Platform/Cointreau • Cellarbration Brands

with our very own Wine Maker Alex Finnie

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Black Head Tennis ClubOn Saturday 1st December, 12 club members attended the club’s AGM. This was followed by a working bee to tidy up the surrounds, and the clubhouse itself. Afterwards, a BBQ, and several hours of social tennis, with both courts being used.

The AGM resulted in the following positions being filled:

John Mead, President, Black Head Tennis Club

Tank’s CornerHi to all my “furever“ friends and a happy New Year to all your owners. To owners, I hope you refrain from overfeeding your pet at Christmas and New Year, especially with chocolate and BBQ offcuts and in particular, onions. A bit of a false alarm 2 editions back about Dad’s shoulder operation. It was put off because of other problems and has been rescheduled for late December. The Clinic will be closed from Wednesday 19th December and reopen Thursday 27th December with most tasks being able to be done with the help of 2 very competent Nurses. During this closure, please call 6559 2277 for any emergencies and we will do our best to make sure your pet is well looked after. I can always apply “lots of licks”! Keep up with your Flea and Tick prevention all year round as Ticks have emerged in large numbers this year. Be aware that spot on products will only work for their allocated time if applied without washing your pet for 2 days before and 2 days after application. Remember that spot on products must be applied every 2 weeks for Tick protection with the new exception of Bravecto spot on (still with the washing your pet instructions) which is stated to be effective for 3months on Cats and 6 months on Dogs. This latter product is new at the moment and we are yet to see how long it really lasts, so still search your pets regularly for Ticks. Tick collars are an alternative, but their length of effectiveness is reduced each time your dog gets wet. If your pet loves the water, then stick to tablets such as Nexgard or Bravecto. Some monthly products claim to do everything, but they do not kill all tapeworms, so still give your pet an all worming product (consult your Vet) every 3months. Lastly, please make sure that your children and pets are not left in closed up cars, not parked in the sun or left without shade and water at any place. You can be easily distracted and not quickly back to your car. Also, do not leave your car without first removing the keys and putting them some place on your person, so there is no chance of you locking yourself out and your pets (and children) in!

Lots of Licks, Tank

Michael’s Computing Trouble ShootingThis month I’d like to tell you a little about Wikipedia. Wiki comes from a Hawaiian term wiki-wiki which means quick and pedia comes from encyclopedia. Therefore, a quick online encyclopedia. Most of you will have at least heard of Wikipedia; some will have landed on the Wikipedia website after doing a search in Google, but did you know that you can also be a contributor to Wikipedia as well?There are a few rules to follow, but essentially anyone can be a contributor and editor of Wiki articles. When an article is created, Wikipedia volunteers check the article and once it is published other users can edit or extend the article. So, are the articles on Wikipedia accurate? For the most part yes. The more that people read and edit articles, the more accurate they become. Quite often there are links in the articles that help to verify their content. Wikipedia articles are not just blogs. Blogs are based on someone’s opinion. They don’t need to be verified by anyone. Last word - Wikipedia is a wonderful resource with millions of articles written in about 250 languages. Over time, the number of articles will rise, and the accuracy of those articles will improve. I wish it had been around when I was at school.

Have fun, Michael

Knight TimeA VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR and how very new it will be!Bring on a re-run of the Roaring Twenties.That long ago and being not even a twinkle in anyone’s eye anywhere, I had no influence on the events of 1919 nor of anytime since!…BUT look what the year brought!The population of Australia today is five times the five million two hundred thousand that it was in 1919.It was the eve of the roaring twenties. The innovative Charleston arrived, a dance that swept everyone off their feet if you know what I mean. People felt joy at the returning normality now that the first world war had ended. The year had barely started when a most unusual disaster happened in America. News of the great Boston Molasses Flood headed the news on January 15th. A large molasses storage tank burst allowing a wave of molasses to rush through the streets at an estimated 56 km/h, taking 21 unfortunates to a sticky end and injuring 150. The event entered local folklore and for decades afterwards residents claimed that on hot summer days the area still smelled of molasses.Elsewhere peace was becoming somewhat re-established, but Russia was still wholly engaged in its revolution. The Battle of Bow Street is the name given to a riot which took place in Bow Street, London, during March. It involved an estimated 2,000 Australian, American and Canadian servicemen fighting against 50 Metropolitan Police officers.

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Treasurer: Rhonda GibsonPublicity Officer: John Mead

Page 15January 2019It came about when Police officers patrolling the Strand came across three American soldiers and sailors, playing dice outside the ‘Eagle Hut’ which was a rest and relaxation centre set up by the YMCA. Advised by the police that this was illegal, they protested that they had won the Great War for the British and that they would do as they pleased. The three servicemen were placed under arrest. A large crowd gathered round, and the battle began. The well-known cry of news vendors is “READ ALL ABOUT IT” and so may you if you wish, courtesy of Google!In May the 1919 Fremantle Wharf riot, also known as the Battle of the Barricades, arose out of a strike by stevedores in Fremantle, Western Australia The strike was called over the use of men members of the National Waterside Workers Union (NWWU) to unload the quarantined ship Dimboola. It escalated into fatal violence when WWF workers and supporters attempted to prevent NWWU members from carrying out the work.In May 1919, Billy Hughes, Prime Minister of Australia, and Senator George Pearce, Minister for Defence (Australia), in consultation with the Royal Aero Club, offered a prize of 10,000 Australian Pounds for the first successful flight from England to Australia. The journey had to be completed within 30 days and to end before midnight on 31 December 1920. Of the six aircraft which entered only one completed the flight. Ross and Keith Smith arrived in Darwin mid December won the race and became the first to fly from England to Australia and carrying the first overseas airmail between the two countries. Four men died in other attempts which ended in crashes en route.• There was a severe and widespread drought throughout Australia. • Some12,000 died from an influenza pandemic• The average wage for men, was, £3 14s 11d ($7.49); and for women, £1 17s 1d.Not much else happened for the next 12 years until I was born!!!!!!

Tony

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View the Hallidays Point News of Our World

on line at:

www.hallidayspointnews.org

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Has the Diamond Beach ‘Fig Tree’ Been Saved?Because two hundred trees were cleared just above the school and the land was fenced off for development, including the huge fig tree, the Hallidays Point Facebook page went crazy with indignation over preventing locals from using and enjoying the tree.The developers removed the fencing and made council an offer: they could buy the tree on its plot of land for $150 000. We understand the ‘Fig Tree’ Lot on Diamond Beach Road adjacent to the Primary School, is now going to be dedicated to Council as Public Reserve.Meanwhile many locals continue to admire the tree along with its old wooden swings and its bigness. It really is a statement piece.Local resident Gail Parker was inspired to write the following poem in the Fig Tree’s honour:

Tree on the HillSilently you stand,Drinking in the first rays of a morning sun,Pulsating life through your leafy veins.Tentacles beckoning broadly,Stealthily spreading, Clasping at the curiosity in childlike hearts.

Memories of early days.Beckoning cattle into the cool canopy of glossy leaves,Sheltering from rain and searing rays of the sun,Grazing,Protected,Safely housed.

Holding the glistening beauty of dew-filled webs,Sagging slightly, battling gravity’s pull.Rain droplets,Screening moving pictures,Miniaturising natural surrounds,Sheer clarity.

Bearing the intrusion of sliding, coiling python.Framing a solo performance at your very peak,The single caw of the black crow.Staging the choral masterpiece of a thousand winged songsters.Calling to an ark-like queue of macropod and leporine,Embracing proudly all creatures.

Roots spreading and clawing at the rich soil of grazing land,Holding firm.Doggedly holding onto your sturdy presence.Embarrassment as nettles, thistles and brackens choke your feet,Competitors for the richness of earth you cherished.Temporarily.

Nourishing restoration.Your branches reach out again,Expectant in a new neighbourhood of appreciation.Silhouetted against glowing moons and shimmering suns,A sentinel defying time.The tree on the hill.

by Gail Parker

Hallidays Point Carols 16th December at Public School Hall

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TELL YOUR FRIENDS AROUND THE WORLD

View the Hallidays Point News of Our World on line at: www.hallidayspointnews.org

There’s Plenty to do in Hallidays PointWhy Not Get Involved?

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HALLIDAYS POINT COMMUNITY CHURCHContact Mary Marshall: 6559 2455

Services each Sunday at 9.00am4th Sunday of each month - prayer and worship 5.00 pm

followed by fellowship teaWEEKLY ACTIVITIES

KIDZ CLUB: Every second Friday. Look for the sign out the front. School kids Yrs 3-6 3.30 pm - $4. Fun and activities with tea provided

MEN’S FELLOWSHIP: Friday 8.15 am. Prayer group for men.CRAFT: Every second Wednesday 9.30-12’ish

Meet with other crafty people. Share ideas. BYO Craft - $3. Includes Morning Tea

OVER 55’S LUNCH 12-3pmAnyone over 55 is welcome. 2 Course meal and afternoon tea.

Bingo. Pick up available if necessary. $8. Book if you are able on number above.

Hallidays Point Play GroupHallidays Point Community Church, Diamond Beach Rd

Tuesdays 9.30am to 11.30amPlaygroup is a place for you and your children aged 0-6. Playgroups offer a safe, relaxed environment where you

can find friendship and support. Children are offered a variety of social, play and sensory experiences

that encourage learning and development.You are welcome to experience two Playgroup sessions

before joining Playgroup NSWMembership to Playgroup NSW covers your entire family. Find us on Facebook - Search Hallidays Point Playgroup.

HALLIDAYS POINT LANDCARE GROUPVolunteers are always welcome to help

maintain our local environment.

Working bees at Black Head Mondays and Tuesdays

from 8.am until 11 am. - Contact Alan 0413 482 505

Seascape/Diamond Beach working bees

Fridays from 9.am to11am - Contact Tim 6559 2827

Do you require the Services of a JP?A JP provides a free service of witnessing Statutory Declarations and Affidavits and Certifying copies of

original documents. To find a JP in your area, go to www.jp.nsw.gov.au

and follow the link ‘finding a JP and using JP services’

Hallidays Point Combined

Probus ClubMeets at the Black Head Surf Club on the

first Tuesday of each month (except January) at 9.30 for 10.00am start.

New members and visitors are welcome to join in fun and friendship.

Enquiries: See Probus article elsewhere in this issue for club contact details

TENNISYou are invited to join

Black Head Tennis Club in Wylie Breckenridge Park behind the Shopping Centre

Club Membership Categories:Adult $40 - Family $100 - Junior $20 - Associates $15

Annual General Meeting (AGM); 1pm on 1st December, 2018Followed by Members BBQ, drinks and tennis

Social Groups play weekdays and Saturday afternoons from 1.30 pmAnyone interested in night tennis, please phone the following contact numbers:

Enquiries: Rhonda 0412 828 593 or John: 0417 007 456Court Hire 7 Days - AM / PM through “Point Bakery”

or After Hours by phoning the above numbers.

LIONS CLUB OF

HALLIDAYS POINTLions are an active part of this community and

have been responsible for providing many facilities in our area. They are people just like YOU!

Lions meet on the 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month:2nd Thursday 5.30pm at the Senior Citizens Centre

Business Meeting, Members Only with dinner at the Tavern afterwards (optional).

The 4th Thursday is a Dinner Meeting6.30pm when Partners and Guests are welcome.

Venue is usually at the Black Head SLSC but can sometimes be changed. Please check with the Secretary.

New members are always welcome, men and women, so why not come along and check us out.

Enquiries: Secretary: Vaughn Parker on 0409 593 268Membership: Gerard Cross 0419 274 607

E: vaughn.parker@hallidayspointlions.org.au www.hallidayspoint.nsw.lions.org.au

Hallidays Point Community Liaison & Progress Association‘CLAPA’

Contact me for a Membership Application form to be part of our team to review the Community Strategic Plan and gain improved facilities

for our area. Email is best – lynjohn4@bigpond.comJohn Griffiths, President

Hallidays PointSENIOR CITIZENS

Baywood Drive Black Head

Over 55s Welcome

Our Activities Include:

Monthly Trips. NOTE: ACTIVITIES IN RECESS IN JANUARYFurther Information Phone Peta 0409 884 445

Croquet

Cards / Games

500 @ Library

Bingo

Open Forum

Tai Chi

Film

Poetry

Art

Bazaar Stall

8.30 am Mondays (Summer)

1.00 pm 2nd & 4th Mondays

1.00 pm 1st & 3rd Mondays

10.00 am 1st & 3rd Mondays

10.00 am 1st Wednesday

8.00 am Tuesdays

1.30 pm 4th Tuesday at Cinema

2.00 pm 1st & 3rd Mondays

9.30 am Fridays

1st Sunday of Month (Sept to May)

Hallidays Point Men’s ShedInvites Blokes to do a bit of woodwork, and chat with other like minded blokes each Wednesday

from 9am in the shed behind the Community Church on

Diamond Beach Road. BYO lunch. Cost $2.

Contact Jack McDonald on 6554 3368, 0411 481 892, email

jack.mcdonald@hallidayspointlions.org.au or just drop in to check us out.

Coast Evangelical Church Hallidays Service

Everyone’s Welcome!Sundays 2pm - includes Kids Church

Hallidays Point Public School (Diamond Beach Rd)

More Info. www.coastec.net.au or Joel - 0433 792 450

Halliday Shores Retirement Village