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Debate hots up

S immering tensions between Labor candidate for Charlestown, Jodie Harri-son and Independent candidate, Arjay Martin came to a head at a debate held

at Charlestown Bowling Club last week, with Mr Martin accusing Ms Harrison for failing to stand up for her community as both Mayor of Lake Macquarie and Labor’s state candidate.

Mr Martin spoke briefly to voters about his desire to reform the state’s electoral laws, health and transport systems, before turning on Ms Harrison for her support of residential and business rate rises in Council, failure to keep her election promise to build a roundabout at the intersection of Northlakes Drive and Minmi Road at Cameron Park and printing her campaign flyers in Sydney.

“The Liberals miss out on my barrage because they’re not running,” Mr Martin said.

“Labor has had a number of issues in the past with not telling the truth to people.”

Mr Martin said Labor had told an “outright lie” before the 2011 election when it announced it had bought a dredge for Swansea Channel.

One audience member called Mr Martin out on his comments, asking what he would do for the people of Charlestown.

Independent candidate Marc Sky, also warned against supporting major party candidates like Ms Harrison.

Independent candidate takes Labor’s Jodie Harrison to task ahead of by-election

Labor candidate for Charlestown, Jodie Harrison addresses voters at a debate at Charlestown Bowling Club last week

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Ms Harrison urged voters to judge her on her track record as Mayor of Lake Macquarie.

“What I am asking is that people look at my record as Mayor and local councillor on Lake Macquarie Council and to judge me not just on what I am saying now and what I’ve said in thee past, but on my record and my actions at Lake Macquarie Council and the resulting perfor-mance of the Council against other councils in the area,” she said.

Speaking to the Post after the debate, Ms Harri-son said attacks were to be expected when you were seeking to represent the community.

“I’ve been in an elected position since 2008,” she said. “Sometimes people in elected positions don’t necessarily make decisions that make everybody happy and I think if you put your hand up for public office you expect to cop some criticism, as long as it’s fair, that’s fine.”

Youth unemployment, public transport and TAFE funding were some of the most heavily debated issues of the night.

Greens candidate, Jane Oakley did not attend the debate, as she was at a family funeral in New Zealand. Charlestown voters will go to the polls this Saturday to elect a new State MP.

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Abbott v Putin sounds great in theory, but don’t hold your breath

So, who thinks Tony Abbott is going to “shirt-front” Vladimir Putin if they get the chance to have a chat at November’s G20 summit in Australia?

Good on the Prime Minister for going beyond the usual, boring diplomatic terms like express-ing disappointment in a situation or requesting the full cooperation of another country.

It might actually force something to happen in the investigation of the shooting down of the MH17 Malaysian Airlines plane.

But in reality, I think the ‘shirt-front’ meeting is going to end up being very mild.

Both leaders will be standing there smiling and shaking hands with a million photographers snapping away.

Then they will sit down to talk in front of the cameras, with Mr Abbott looking serious as he expresses disappointment at the progress of the investigation.

Mr Putin will pledge the full support of Russia and probably nothing much will happen.

Very interesting to see who the Liberal Party offer up as their candidate for the seat of Mait-land following the retirement of Robyn Parker.

Ms Parker certainly has had a busy and inter-esting time since being elected in 2011, taking on the role of Minister for the Environment and Heritage.

Her decision to depart puts Labor candidate Jenny Aitchison in the box seat but a lot can change in five months.

Just briefly on this weekend’s by-elections over in the Newcastle and Charlestown electorates.

I’m certainly not going to use this column to sway public opinion towards any particular candidate but will say that I’ve met several of the people running in both Charlestown and Newcastle and they have all seemed quite genu-ine in their proposed policies and visions for their electorate.

The cynics will say that I’m being naive and that of course they are going to act genuine when talking to a journalist and seeking positive publicity.

I’m actually the extreme example of a swinging voter. I’ll change my mind several times between having my name marked off the electoral roll and getting to the polling booth.

Several times I’ve come prepared to vote for a certain candidate but have switched choice because the person handing out their how-to-vote pamphets has annoyed me but not listening when I say “no, thanks” to taking one from them.

Yes, I know - it’s very fickle and petty.I don’t actually mind having to walk to the local

school to vote. It usually means I get to have a sausage sandwich and take home something from a cake stall.

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T he Newcastle Mosque at Wallsend opened its doors to the public for the first time on Sunday, inviting locals to learn more about Islam

as part of the mosque’s first open day. Non-Muslims were invited to have

a chat with members of Newcastle’s Islamic community over a sausage sandwich, homemade sweets or Turkish coffee, tour the mosque, and have ques-tions about Islam answered by Australia’s Grand Mufti, Dr Ibrahim Abu Mohamed, mosque leader, Sheikh Mohamed Khamis, and local Muslims.

Spokesperson for the Newcastle Muslim Association, Diana Rah said the day was about improving ties between Muslims and non-Muslims.

“Getting to know each other is the key to grassroots unity,” she said.

“For people to get to know us, to see who we are, and for us to get to know them.

“[We want to] let people know that we’re not who the media sometimes might portray us to be or who the media tries to associate us with.”

The open day occurred as Australia reached a deal to deploy about 200 special forces personnel to the Middle

East to help Iraqi troops fight Islamic State militants.

Ms Rah said the kind of extremism Australians see perpetrated by terrorists on their television screens was not what Islam was about.

“They’ve hijacked the name of our religion,” she said.

Ms Rah said the strong turnout from the community at the open day was reflective of the positive relationship the Muslim community had with the vast majority of Novocastrians.

The Islamic Centre of Newcastle in Victoria Street, Mayfield will open to the pubic this Saturday from 10am to 4pm, as part of the first National Mosque Open Day.

There will be activities for kids, inter-national foods on offer, and question and answer sessions running throughout the day.

Supported by the Department of Social Services, the national day aims to breakdown common misconceptions and stereotypes surrounding Islam, counter-act prejudice, and create an open dialogue of understanding between Muslims and non-Muslims.

Those who cannot attend the open day are encouraged to find out more about Islam by contacting the Newcastle Muslim Association on 49 500 099.

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Newcastle Muslim Association spokesperson, Diana Rah at the Newcastle Mosque

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I ndependent candidates will appear in the pole positions when voters head to the ballot box on Saturday, November 15 to elect a new lord mayor

for Newcastle.The ballot draw for upcoming local

government election took place at City Hall last Wednesday and saw former Newcastle councillor turned publican, Aaron Buman take out the coveted top spot, ahead of fellow independents David Chapman, Rod Holding and Deputy Lord Mayor, Brad Luke.

Cr Luke announced his candidacy on the morning of the draw from America, where he was on a self-funded tour promoting Newcastle’s smart city credentials.

He has resigned from his position as presi-dent of the Liberal Party’s Newcastle branch in order to run as an independent.

Cr Luke said recent announcements by the Labor Party had clinched his decision to run.

“The Labor candidate’s idea for Council to put $7 million of ratepayers money aside to build a new art gallery is outdated,” he said.

“The community as a whole made the art gallery redevelopment its last priority and our arts culture is flourishing around the city already. As Deputy Lord Mayor I’ve seen how this stability led to major projects like coastal revitalisation becom-ing a reality, Newcastle’s urban renewal a certainty, and Council’s deficit reduced from $25 million to $5 million. For the sake

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of our city, we have to keep making strong decision at Council and keep the momen-tum without missing a beat.”

Labor candidate, Nuatali Nelmes was the fifth name drawn, followed by Australia First Party candidate, Joe Ferguson, and Greens candidate, Therese Doyle.

Cr Doyle said she had no qualms about being drawn last. “I don’t mind being last on the ballot paper as long as I am first in the minds of voters on election day,” she said. Cr Doyle said she would be campaigning for a Council that was open, accountable and transparent.

Voters will face the prospect of another by-election if current councillors Cr Doyle, Cr Luke or Cr Nelmes is elected lord mayor.

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N SW Premier, Mike Baird has followed through on his pledge to overhaul the state’s electoral funding laws, in light

of revelations about illegal donations aired the Independent Commission Against Corruption.

Visiting Newcastle in August, days after former Liberal MPs Tim Owen and Andrew Cornwell resigned amid allega-tions they had received dodgy donations from property developers, Mr Baird delivered an apology to Hunter voters and promised major changes to the way elections were funded in NSW.

Last week, Mr Baird made good on his word, announcing an electoral funding reform package designed to “restore trust in politics”.

The changes include lowering the current caps on donations and spending, and increasing public funding through the introduction of a performance-based “dollar per vote” model, similar to that which operates in Queensland and South Australia.

Harsher penalties will also be intro-duced for those who break donation laws, including maximum 10 year jail sentences for the use of third party arrangements to avoid the caps.

“This package sends the strongest possible message to all current and

prospective political candidates - comply with the law or face up to 10 years in jail,” Mr Baird said in a statement.

“I share the community’s disgust at what has unfolded at the Independent Commission Against Corruption and am determined to take every necessary step to restore trust in the political process.

“This package put penalties in place that reflect the serious nature of the offences and are in line with community expectations.

“Breaking donation laws is not an

administrative oversight - it is corrupt conduct.”

Greens candidate for Newcastle. Michael Osborne said he supported the “general thrust” of the announcement.

“The continuous disclosure of dona-tions, I think is important,” he said.

“The technology exists, in fact, Newcas-tle Greens have been doing that every election for about five years, putting on our website who donates.”

He said electoral funding laws should be uniform across all levels of government.

The reforms will be rolled out in time for the general election in March next year.

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NSW Premier, Mike Baird apologising to Hunter voters earlier this year

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C andidates in the upcoming Newcastle by-election have thrown their support behind the city’s arts scene, signing a pledge

to advocate for the Newcastle Art Gallery, Civic Theatre and Museum in office.

Socialist Alliance candidate, Steve O’Brien said as an arts librarian at the Newcastle Art School, he was firmly committed to supporting the city’s cultural institutions.

“I have a really good appreciation of the fantastic contribution that the arts make to this city and I’m really disappointed about the cuts that have been made to art in Newcastle and also to the teaching of art within the TAFE system,” he said.

Independent, Jennifer Stefanac, whose campaign is being supported by the Palmer United Party, said supporting the gallery was about supporting local culture.

“Art is such an important expression about our cultural history and stories and being from an Aboriginal background I think its imperative to have that displayed and that we all share different stories from the many lands of which we’ve come from,” she said.

Labor candidate, Tim Crakanthorp said

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Agreement on the arts

his party had shown its support for the art gallery by committing $14 million to its redevelopment.

Christian Democratic Party candidate, Milton Caine was not present to sign the document last Friday, but indicated

he would be adding his signature to the pledge.

Spokesperson for the Save Our Cultural Institutions Committee, Felicity Biggins said she was pleased to see across the board support from all candidates.

“We heard one of the candidates here talking about taking her son to art classes at the gallery,” she said.

“I think that shows that our cultural institutions are not just places for the elite, but for everyone.”

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Newcastle by-election candidates Brian Buckley Clare (Independent), Karen Howard (Independent), Steve O’Brien (Socialist Alliance), Jacqueline Haines (Independent), Tim Crakanthorp (Labor), Michael Osborne (Greens) and Jennifer Stefanac (Palmer United Party supported Independent) declare their support for Newcastle’s cultural institutions outside Newcastle Art Gallery

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L abor will commit $10 million to the Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources over five years, to help support Newcastle’s future as a

renewable energy hub. Shadow Minister for Environment and

Climate Change, Luke Foley and Shadow Minister for Energy, Adam Searle met with Labor’s candidate for Newcastle, Tim Crakanthorp to announce the $14 million renewable energy package, which also includes $2 million for the establishment of a Hunter Clean Tech Innovation Taskforce and $2 million for Hunter TAFE to train the next generation of clean- tech workers.

“The Hunter region has all the ingredients to be a national hub of renewable energy; world-class education institutions, a highly skilled manufacturing sector, and a long experience in commercialising innovation,” Mr Foley said.

“With a growing population of nearly one million people, the region is perfectly placed to build new industries and become a national hub of the clean energy industry.”

He said the aim of the taskforce would be to boost innovation by bringing together stakeholders from the private and public sectors.

Mr Crakanthorp said a $2 million commit-ment to Hunter TAFE would help address rising unemployment in the region.

“This is precisely the forward-looking agenda we need with more than 15,000 jobs

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leaving the Hunter over the past year,” he said.

“This funding will enable workers to upgrade their skills and allow them to capitalise on the opportunities created by new technologies and shifting consumer demand.”

Independent candidate for Newcastle,

Jacqueline Haines doubted Labor’s ability to follow through with the plan.

“This would certainly be a welcome investment into the Hunter, however, the main issue I see with the recent Labor expenditure promises is that they are all based on having Labor in government, which at this point is highly unlikely,” Ms

Haines told the Post. “I would like to hear more achievable policy based on being in Opposition, which is the more likely scenario.

“That is, how would a member of the Opposition garner the support from the Government and crossbenches for such a bold plan?”

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M ember for Maitland, Robyn Parker will not be recontest-ing the seat in March’s state election.

Ms Parker made the announcement last week, saying that she found herself unable to commit to another four-year term. “I just felt that I haven’t the moti-vation for a full four years and that’s the commitment you’ve got to make, in my view, rather than having a by-election after a couple of years,” she said.

“I really didn’t see myself pushing through for another four years, given that by March I will have had 12 years already [as an MP and on the Legislative Council].” Ms Parker said it was not a spur-of-the-moment decision.

“I’ve been thinking about this for a few months and having discussions with the Premier over the last couple of weeks, so it’s not an overnight decision,” she said.

In a statement, Ms Parker said that it was a great honour to have been the first female member for Maitland and she was proud of what she had delivered for the city, including the $45 million New England Highway roundabout improve-ments, $20 million for the new Maitland hospital and a $15 million upgrade to Rutherford Technology High School.

As Minister for the Environment and

Heritage in the O’Farrell Government, Ms Parker oversaw the establishment of the Environment Protection Authority, established nine new parks and reserves, including two National Parks, and intro-duced legislation to parliament to ban solaria in NSW.

Despite emerging unscathed from the recent hearings at the Independent Commission Against Corruption, Ms Parker’s decision means the Liberal Party will lose its final Hunter MP following the resignations of Newcastle’s Tim Owen and Charlestown’s Andrew Cornwell in August and the suspensions of Port Stephens’ Craig Baumann, in September, and Swansea’s Garry Edwards, also in August. Nationals Member for the Upper Hunter, George Souris announced his retirement last month.

Ms Parker said that a personal commit-ment of hers had been to stay strong and maintain her integrity.

“As recent events have shown, I leave my political career with my head held high and my integrity unblemished,” she said in her statement. “It’s now time for me to explore new career choices and challenges away from politics.”

She told the Post that she was unsure of what those new career choices would be.

“I’ll still be the member until March, and I’m certainly not going to retire to a rocking chair,” Ms Parker said. “It’s daunting, but exciting.”

STATE GOVERNMENT

Time for a change

Member for Maitland, Robyn Parker

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Newcastle City Council

Our Road to Recovery engagement activities continue this week. We have provided information to the community about our proposed application for a rate increase over the next five years. We now want all rate payers to have their say on the three rating options under consideration.

Option 1, take no action: Rate peg only, total increase 15.9 per cent

Result: Deteriorating operation position and depletion of cash reserves

Option 2, fund financial sustainability: 22 per cent above the rate peg, total increase 37.9 per cent

Result: Retain and in some cases improve the existing level of services without depleting cash reserves

Option 3, fund revitalisation: 31 per cent above the rate peg, total increase 46.9 per cent

Result: Improve current service levels into the future and accelerate completion of priority projects.

The Road to Recovery survey is now open and gives you the opportunity to tell us what you think about Council’s facili-ties and services overall, whether you feel these services and facilities need improvement, and your opinions regarding Council’s financial future.

We are keen to hear from as many people as possible. The survey should take approximately 10 minutes to complete and your answers are strictly confidential. Access the survey online at Council’s website, www.newcastle.nsw.gov.au, and click on the Road to Recovery button on the home page.

Community drop in sessions are also continuing this week at local libraries:

• Wednesday, October 22, 4:30 - 7:30pm, Wallsend Library, Bunn Street, Wallsend

• Thursday, October 23, 2pm - 5pm, Lambton Library, More-head Street (Corner of Elder Street), Lambton

• Saturday, October 25, 9:30am - 12noon, Stockton Library, King Street, Stockton

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CR JODIE HARRISONLake Macquarie City CouncilMayor

One of the wonderful things about living in Lake Macquarie is that we have a lot of bushland, and many residents, including me, live in properties that back onto the bush.

While the bushland provides a beautiful backdrop to our city, it does mean that we need to be prepared in case a bushfire occurs near us.

Being prepared means creating a bushfire survival plan, not planning to have a plan.

It’s been a year since we experienced those devastating bushfire events that affected residents in a number of areas across our city.

The community spirit I witnessed during those events and during the clean-up efforts was inspiring and demonstrated the resilience in our communities and the dedication of our volunteers, both on the front line and behind the scenes, looking after members of the community at evacuation centres.

October is just the beginning of the bushfire season and it is important that you are prepared, stay informed and stay safe during any emergency.

Council encourages everyone to be ready and be safe during extreme weather events.

You can sign up for the free alert service online at www.ewn.com.au and click on Lake Macquarie to register to receive alerts directly to your mobile phone, email or landline in some cases.

There is also an App Alert available. It is free through the EWN website and is just as reliable as SMS alerts, provided you have an always-on internet connection to your phone.

For more information about how you can protect your family and property, and help create an emergency ready Lake Macquarie, go to www.lakemac.com.au/emergency-ready.

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Pizza delivery driver robbedPolice are investigating the armed robbery

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Just before 8.30pm, the 19-year-old man drove to Northville Road to deliver a pizza.

Police have been told he was confronted by two men who were armed with a firearm. The men demanded money before stealing his bag, containing a small amount of cash.

They fled and fired a shot in the air while running; however, no one was injured.

Police were alerted and conducted a search of the area.

Investigators are appealing for public assistance to identify and locate those involved. The first man is described as being of Caucasian appearance, aged in his mid 20s, approximately 180cm tall, with a medium build and a lip ring.

The second man is of Caucasian appear-ance, aged in his early 20s, approximately 175cm tall and with slim build. Both men were wearing dark hooded jumpers.

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Area Command Trail Bike Unit along with Lake Macquarie council rangers have joined forces for a joint operation focussing on illegal use of trail bikes in the area.

On Saturday, the operation commenced with the two agencies attempting to identify illegal use of unregistered trail bikes, unlicensed riders/drivers, unregistered vehicles, illegal rubbish dumping and other anti-social behaviour. Officers patrolled

reserves in the Windale, Gateshead, Redhead Quarry, Fernleigh Track, Belmont Wetlands and Redhead Beach areas.

Police completed eight vehicle stops and four infringements notices were issued for unlicensed and unregistered motor cycles.

Police also located a site where rubbish was dumped, including what appears to be asbestos. This information has been forwarded onto the council rangers.

Glass thrown at womanA woman has sustained a cut to her face

after being assaulted at a hotel in Cooks Hills on Saturday night.

The 21-year-old woman was sitting with friends at a table at the hotel in Darby Street shortly before 11pm, when an argument developed between her and two other women who were nearby.

Police have been told one of those women threw a glass at the woman sitting at the table, cutting her left eyebrow. The two women then left the hotel. The injured woman didn’t require hospital treatment. Police are appealing for information and have descriptions of two women they believe can assist with their inquiries.

The first woman is described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 25 years old, with a slim build and blonde hair. At the time she was wearing a black skirt and light coloured top.

The second woman is described as also being aged about 25, of Caucasian appear-ance, blonde and slim. At the time she was wearing a light-coloured floral dress.

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Edgeworth Renewal Corridor - Exhibition for CommentLake Macquarie City Council is inviting comment on the Edgeworth Renewal Corridor Study. The study includes a proposed Implementation Plan that recommends options for planning controls to guide development in this area. The exhibition aims to encourage early input into the management of growth in this area.

On Monday 13 October 2014 Council resolved to place the Edgeworth Renewal Corridor Report on public exhibition for 42 days.

The exhibition is from Monday 20 October to Monday 30 November 2014.

It includes:• Edgeworth Renewal Corridor Report • Edgeworth Renewal Corridor Transport and Traffi c Study• Edgeworth Community Engagement Report

View the documents online, at Council’s Customer Service Centre, 126-138 Main Road, Speers Point, or the Libraries at Edgeworth, Cardiff and Speers Point.

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H undreds of Novocastrians affected by mental illness hit the streets of Newcastle on

Saturday, stomping out stigma as part of the annual Mental Health Walk of Pride.

Now in its tenth year, the walk, organ-ised by the Hunter Association of the Relatives and Friends of the Mentally Ill (ARAFMI), aims to unite the community through recognition and acceptance of mental illness, and put an end to the stigma and labeling that can affect sufferers.

ARAFMI Hunter manager, Joanne

Sinclair cared for her mentally ill father from a young age.

She said bringing the community together was a great way to support those suffering from poor mental health.

“Shame is something we can inter-nalise and I think after a while… we sort of just feel uncomfortable with our disorders,” she said. “I think stepping out overcomes that. It helps people to be part of the community, to walk tall, to have a sense of belonging and a sense of inclusion in the community.”

To celebrate the tenth anniversary of the walk, ARAFMI Hunter has produced a photobook, containing images of past walks. It is available to order through ARAFMI Hunter on 4961 2842.

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Ending the stigma

The ARAFMI Hunter Mental Health Walk of Pride makes its way down Hunter Street last Saturday

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T his Monday, October 27 is Pink Ribbon Day with Australians coming together each October to

show their support for the Cancer Council.Every day in Australia, around 50

women are diagnosed with breast or a gynaecological cancer.

In the Hunter New England region, it is predicted that, by 2016, 877 people will be diagnosed with breast or gynaecological cancer in a single year, with 209 deaths expected.

Breast cancer is the most common women’s cancer in NSW and 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed before they are 85

Breast cancer is more common in older women, with the average age of diagnosis being 60 years old

While breast cancer in men is rare, by 2016 51 men in NSW are still predicted to be diagnosed with it in a single year

The Cancer Council is aiming to raise $9.47 million nationally to continue to fund vital research, support and preven-tion programs to the thousands of women affected by cancer and their families.

Novocastrians can make a Pink Ribbon Promise by selling pink merchandise, host-ing a Girls’ Night In, holding a Pink Ribbon Fundraiser, volunteering or donating.

Cancer Council NSW will be selling merchandise to the public this Friday, October 24, ahead of Pink Ribbon Day.

The Cancer Council’s Hunter office is located in the Landmark Building, 215 Pacific Highway, Charlestown.

Official Pink Ribbon Day merchandise will also be available for purchase from outlets including Amcal chemists, Century 21 real estate, New Balance foot-wear, jewellery store Thomas Sabo and clothing W.Lane.

For more information on getting involved, head to www.pinkribbon.com.au or www.facebook.com/pinkribbonday

The Pink Ribbon Day information line is 1300 65 65 85.

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M erewether High School student, Aditya Enjeti didn’t have a typi-cal school holiday break.

While his peers were catching up on assignments or being forced on a family vacation, Mr Enjeti was busy representing the electorate of Wallsend in Macquarie Street, as a member of the YMCA NSW Junior Parliament.

The Year 7 student was one of 100 12 to 15-year-olds from across the state who were given the opportunity to attend the six-day camp, where students devised and debated their own bills in Parlia-ment House.

“I was in the education committee so I was speaking on sponsoring more fund-ing for musical departments in primary schools,” Mr Enjeti told the Post.

“Currently, primary school students in Australia are only required to spend 15 minutes each week studying music.

“We want to encourage more time and a better quality musical education.”

Mr Enjeti said his bill was one of the most hotly debated of the Junior Parlia-ment, but it eventually was passed.

He also encouraged other young people to apply for the program in 2015.

“It was a very good experience because it showed exactly how everything was done in real life, on what scale things happens in parliament, how the voting happens, everything about it really,” he said.

“You get a lot of hands on experience about the bills and the law-making process in Australia, which is good.”

Mr Enjeti said his experience at the YMCA NSW Junior Parliament left him with a greater appreciation of the work of parliamentarians and was now consider-ing a future career in politics.

YMCA NSW JUNIOR PARLIAMENT

The junior Member for Wallsend

Merewether High School student, Aditya Enjeti speaks for his bill at the YMCA NSW Junior Parliament

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Redhead Public School will mark the Centenary of ANZAC in 2015 with a new mural.

The mural, funded through the Com-monwealth ANZAC Centenary grants program, will complement the school’s existing commemorative garden,

which features rosemary bushes and a lone pine tree, and help students better understand the hardships faced by WWI soldiers.

The funding will also see plaques produced to honour the sacrifice of for-mer Redhead students during the war.

Mural commemorates ANZAC legacy

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Pre-poll voting is available until 6pm on Friday, 24 October 2014. Pre-poll voting locations and times are available on our website or by calling us.

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A s a volunteer at Mums’ Cottage at Holmesville, Woodrising’s Angela Chorusch is known by

many titles - a mother, a case worker, a friend, an advocate for disability services.

Just don’t call her a struggling single mum. Mother of two boys on the autism spectrum and full-time disability liai-son coordinator at the St Helen Street women’s support centre, Ms Chorusch was last week named Hunter Volunteer of the Year at an awards ceremony at the Newcastle Yacht Club. Ms Chorusch runs a fortnightly social group for chil-dren with Autism Spectrum Disorder at Mums’ Cottage and provides first-hand advice and information to the families of children with disabilities.

“I got involved more on the basis of find-ing friends but found that actually, a lot of people needed assistance and wanted some help,” Ms Chorusch told the Post. “Nearly 1 in 3 families are affected by disability. Living with what I lived with when I got people hanging up on me and the lack of support that was given to me… what I love is that I’ve learned the hard way, I’ve had to make all the phone calls myself with no assistance and if I can cut down on some of that anxiety for

another family then I feel good in myself and I feel like I’ve done something to give back to the community.”

Ms Chorusch took out both the Adult Volunteer and Overall Volunteer of the Year categories. Charlestown’s Kasey Brett won the Youth award for her work with the Cerebral Palsy Alliance, Mount Vincent’s Keziah Elliott took home the Student award for her efforts with Amnesty International, Cancer Council Australia volunteer, Barbara Gaudry, from Merewether won the Seniors category, and the Calvary Mater Hospital Wig Service was awarded Volunteer Team of the Year for its work supporting breast cancer patients.

HUNTER VOLUNTEER AWARDS

Mum’s the word

Hunter Volunteer of the Year, Angela Chorusch at Mums’ Cottage

AMELIA PARROTT

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S tudents from across Lake Macquarie were out in full force on Friday morning, welcoming

the International Children’s Games by participating in the school torch relay.

Torch-bearers from 25 schools carried the torch around the lake for five kilometres from Warners Bay to Speers Point, cheered on by hundreds of supporters.

Lake Macquarie Mayor, Jodie Harri-son joined students in welcoming the Games to the city.

“We have only 50 days to go until more than 1,500 national and interna-tional athletes will come to our city to participate in the largest multi-sport youth games in the world,” she said.

“It was wonderful to see so many supporters and members of the community join us for the occasion, and to experience the excitement that is out there for the Games.”

The Lake Macquarie International Children’s Games will run from December 6 to 11.

Athletes will compete across eight sports; swimming, gymnastics, athlet-ics, soccer, sailing, water polo, golf and BMX.

Speers Point Public School students carry the flame in the Lake Macquarie International Children’s Games torch relay

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Grandparents will be given a much-deserved moment in the spotlight this Sunday as the

state celebrates Grandparents Day. Now in its third year, Grandparents Day

seeks to recognise the invaluable contri-butions grandparents make each day across all areas of our society, whether it’s as cultural custodians or loving guardians.

It is estimated there are currently 22,000 children living in grandparent families across NSW.

Local charity, Samaritans runs weekly support groups for grandparents who are primary caregivers to their grand-children.

Aberglasslyn grandparents, Geoff and Debbie (surname withheld), have been caring for four of their grandchildren, aged five to 10, for the past two years.

Debbie said attending her local support group made her feel less lonely and isolated.

“I just couldn’t keep going without the support group,” Debbie said.

“Everyone is so helpful, sharing community information and we always have a laugh together, which helps enormously.

“It’s great knowing other people who are going through a similar situation as you are.”

Samaritans will host a Grandparents Day picnic at Newcastle Foreshore Rail-way Sheds this Sunday from 10:30am to 3pm.

The event will include face painting for the kids, African drumming displays as well as information for grandparent carers.

Families wishing to attend are asked to bring their own picnic and tea and coffee will be provided.

For more information, call Karen on 4922 1527.

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Recognition for our valued grandparentsAMELIA PARROTT@amelia_parrott

Grandparent carers, Debbie and Geoff

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MATTMCCABENewcastle Financial Planning aged care specialist

Retirement is a big step for most of us. For some, it may be taken after much thought and planning, or an optimistic leap into the unknown. I believe it is important to understand the transition into retirement, and what strategies are successful to ensure a good quality of life. However, while most of us plan during our working life and pre-retirement, I strongly believe that you should continue planning during your retirement in order to promote your well-being.

A good financial planner can support you with the questions you have throughout our life stages and particularly in transi-tioning into retirement and during retirement. Some key areas a financial planner can support include;

Housing in retirement: It is a very common desire to want to live independently in our own homes as we grow old, but if that isn’t possible, then you have to make sure you have a plan in place for alternative arrangements.

• In home care• Upgrades to your home to ensure its suited to your needs or maybe downsizing your home to make it easier to manage• You may also consider moving in with a relative, into a retirement village or• In the event that you need higher levels of care move into an aged care residence. It is very important to plan for the financial impact of your

housing choice later in life. This is where a financial planner can support you, to provide you with choice, freedom and flexibility.

Finance: With the ever-changing legislative, economic and market conditions, a financial planner can support you navigat-ing your way through this landscape of Centrelink, Pension entitlements etc.

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Every day in Australia, some 50 women go through the trauma of being with breast or a gynaecological cancer.

The ongoing battle find cures for these cancers, and to support those women suffering from them, is put in the spotlight every day with the popular and success-ful Pink Ribbon Day. The Cancer Council’s Pink Ribbon Day helps raises funds in support of the many thousands of women affected by breast and gynae-cological cancers and aims to minimise the threat of women’s cancers through successful prevention, best treatment, support and world-class cancer research.

Monday, October 27 is Pink Ribbon Day - a day when all Australians can come together to show their support for these cancer sufferers.

In 2009, breast cancer was the most common cancer in Australian women (excluding non-melanoma skin cancer), accounting for 27.4 per cent of all new cancers in women. Pink Ribbon Day is most commonly associated with breast cancers but funds also go to research and provide support for women suffering from gynaecological cancer which are cancers that are named according to the organ or part of the body where they first develop, including ovary, uterus, cervix, vagina and vulva. Your Self Care pharmacist can give you more information in fact cards including on topics such as breast awareness and pap smear. For the nearest location phone the Pharmaceutical Society on 1300 369 772 or check www.psa.org.au and click on Self Care Pharmacy Finder.

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DECLAN CLAUSEN Commentator @DeclanClausen

Government action on climate change has stalled under the current Federal Government. The carbon price has been axed, and the renewable energy target is in danger.

Convincing a government to take action on climate change will require the support from many different voices. Recently more than 300,000 people marched through New York when the UN met to discuss global action. At home business leaders such as Westpac CEO Gail Kelly voiced their concern about the impact unad-dressed global warming will have on market stability and consumer confidence.

Another group raised their voice this week when a group of Pacific Islanders rowed their canoes to tempo-rally block the coal exports from Newcastle Harbour. This symbolic protest, taken by people who face the greatest risks from rising sea levels, demonstrates the international complexities of this global concern.

Newcastle is central to future action on global warm-ing. As a region we will continue to mine and export coal yet somewhat ironically royalties earned by this extrac-tion are increasingly being invested into phasing out coal based power.

The CSIRO energy research centre at Mayfield and the Institute for Energy Research at the University continue to lead the way in developing clean energy solutions and one-in-ten Newcastle roofs now boast clean energy generating solar panels. Continued action now will provide intelligent jobs and economic growth opportu-nities for new clean industries for years to come.

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The glycaemic index (GI) is used to measure how the foods we eat alter our blood sugar levels (BSLs). Basically, most of the foods we eat contain one or more of either: carbohydrate, protein or fat. When we eat foods that contain carbohydrate (such as bread, cereals, grains, milk, fruit, etc) our BSLs increase.

The GI of pure glucose is 100 and this is used as the reference point to measure the GI of how quickly other foods increase our BSLs.

Low GI carbohydrates are labelled as less than 55, medium GI foods are between 56-69, and high GI foods are 70 or higher. Low GI foods cause BSLs to rise slowly over a long time period. High GI foods cause a sharp rise in BSLs and a reasonably sharp decline.

Low GI carbohydrate foods are much better as they help keep BSLs lower and more stable after meals.

When fat or protein is mixed with carbohydrate, it lowers the GI of that carbohydrate. Chocolate is a good example of this. Chocolate contains milk and added sugar which are carbohy-drates, but it also contains a lot of fat.

Foods like these may appear as a healthy option if they are labelled with the low GI symbol at the supermarket, but it does not always mean it is a healthy option. Eating foods that are low GI is the better option for the management and prevention of type 2 diabetes, but be careful of high fat foods that might be labelled as low GI.

It is quite difficult to identify low GI foods. To make it as easy as possible, low GI foods are often whole foods. In other words, they are mostly foods that are found in their natural state with limited processing, such as most fruits, vegetables, legumes and wholegrain breads.

If you have diabetes and would like find out more about the GI to help manage your condition, speak to one of our dietitians at Feast for Health, or see our new program ‘Diabetes Made Easy’ for a complete educational guide that you can watch in your own home. www.diabetesmadeeasy.com.au

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Have you ever had pain in a joint that developed fairly rapidly, say over a few hours?

If so, you may have had gout. Typically with gout, the joint becomes swollen, red and warm to touch, and is very painful, even having the bedsheets resting on the joint can hurt.

The joint at the base of the big toe is the most common joint affected but it can occur in any joint.

Gout is an inflammation in the joint caused by a build up of a chemical called Uric Acid (also called Urate). When the amount of uric acid in the blood gets too high it forms crystals. These crystals look like little spears when you look at them under a microscope. For some reason the crystals like to accumulate in the joints where they reek havoc!

We all have some uric acid in our body but usually we pass it out in our urine and bowel motions.

However, some people are “under excreters” of uric acid and they are the ones prone to gout. Gout is more likely to occur in these people when they drink too much alcohol, or too many soft drinks that are high in sugars. Some foods have a natural tendency to increase uric acid, such as some seafoods, offal, some meats and pate.

If your diet is low in Vitamin C it can also make you prone to gout. Obesity, some illnesses (like psoriasis) and some medica-tions (like fluid tablets or diuretics) have been linked to gout as well.

Gout can usually be treated fairly easily. If you can, elevate your joint to reduce the swelling. Using an ice pack (like a packet of frozen peas wrapped in a tea towel) for the first 24 hours can help to limit the amount of inflammation.

But if you really want to control your gout you will probably need some medication. Anti-inflammatories are readily avail-able at pharmacies and supermarkets, but there are some people who should not take these medications due to possible side effects. Your family doctor will be able to examine your gout and recommend the most appropriate treatment options for you.

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Offering both accounting and financial planning services in our business, we often find that clients aren’t always clear on which professional they need to speak to for a particular need. I’d like to help you under-stand where an accountant can add value and where a financial planner can add value.

Accountants typically spend a lot of time on general and personal taxes, but this is not all they can do. Many are also involved in complex tax issues and business accounting, where accurate record keeping is integral to business functions. Another way to look at accounting is: Accountants tend to provide advice around tax and business-related finances that are, either about to take place in the near future or have happened in the past.

A financial planner on the other hand, will focus on some immediate financial actions, but mostly strate-gies to achieve your financial goals in the future. They provide specific advice on superannuation, insurance, shares, managed funds, as well as many basic banking products. The only people permitted by law to give you personal financial advice, are those who work for, or represent, a financial advisory business that holds an Australian Financial Services (AFS) licence.

Some accountants will also provide financial planning advice; if so, you should check they have the appropri-ate licences in place. Clearly, financial planning advice may include strategies that impact on tax and your business, if you are a business owner. Visit: www.newcastlefinancial.com.au to learn more. Disclaimer: This editorial provides general information only.

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COMMUNITYAmputees and Associates: Second Tuesday of every second month, 10am, Cardiff RSL. For more information, call Kevin, 4971 1633Bushwalking: Lake Macquarie Bushwalkers Inc. Walks Wednesday and Saturday. Walks program available at www.lakemacquarie-bushwalkers.org or email lmbushwalkers@gmail.comComputerpals Newcastle: Seniors meet to learn about technology and for social outings in an enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere.Next enrollment day Friday 31st October, Is-lington Public School, Hubbard Street, 9.30am to 11.30am. Phone: 4961 6576Lake 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.auNewcastle National Seniors: Meeting fourth Tuesday of the month, 10:15am, Adamstown RSL. Call 4966 0147 for more informationNewcastle School of Practical Philosophy: New classes commencing early October, Thursday, 7pm, St Marks, Islington. Email newsop@aanet.com.au or visit, www.practicalphiloso-phy.org.au for more information.

Older Women’s Network: Thursday, 6 November, 10.00 am – Older Women’s Network Meeting, Sydney Junction Hotel, Cnr. Beaumont and Hudson Streets, Hamilton. Guest Speaker from Legal Aid: Wills, Power of Attorney. All welcome. 49632077.

CLUBSBushwalking: Hunter Area Walkabout Club. hawacss@gmail.com. Newcastle ramblers first and third Monday, Charlestown Uniting Church, Milson St, Charlestown. Call 0419 491 612Cardiff Seniors Club: Monday and Friday. Seek-ing new members. Bingo, carpet bowls, cards, etc. Call 4945 5785 or 4954 5662Probus: Call 1300 630 488 for nearest club and meeting timesRotary: See www.rotary9670.org.au/ClubDi-rectory for meeting locations and timesVIEW: See www.view.org.au or call 1800 805 366 for local club details.

PARENTINGDads in Distress: Call 1300 853 437 or visit www.dadsindistress.asn.au to find your near-est support group or local workerHappy Hippo Toy Library: Toys for 0-6 years. Open Tuesday and Friday, 10am - noon or by appointment. Call 4973 7000InspYre: Young mothers mentoring program. Connects young mothers up to 25 years with caring women and services in the community. Call 4929 2954 for more information

HEALTHHunter Women’s Centre: Alternative therapies. Call 4968 2511 for more informationNewcastle MS Support Group: 10am - noon, third Wednesday, Heaton Birmingham Gar-dens Bowling Club, Mordue Pde, Jesmond. Call Stephen, 4952 7302, or Janelle, 4982 6123

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GUTTERING

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• Electrical Hot Water Repairs• Small Appliance Repairs

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CONTACT MARTY ON 0449 634 794

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ELECTRICAL GUTTER CLEANING

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Specialising in small, large and insurance jobs.

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Eric’s Painting Service Lic. 137066c

Phone Eric

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PLASTERING

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• Paving• Decking

Specialising in:• Retaining Walls• Fencing

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1 KENNY CUT’EM • LAWN MOWING • HEDGE TRIMMING •

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PHONE BRYCE 0401 285 088

GAZBUG PEST SERVICESFor the cheapest and most comprehensive pest control treatment on the market.

Specialising in Termite & Pre-purchase inspections, General Pest Treatments, Termite Treatments & Baiting Systems,

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Ph 4975 5533 PC REG: 3255 WW8203

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LANDSCAPINGPEST CONTROL

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MJ HAMBIERPAINTING CONTRACTOR

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HANDYMAN• Painting• Renovations• Maintenance

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CARDIFF GUTTERING SPECIALIST

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Call Terry 4954 0309 m.0414 540 309

Lic

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PAINTERS & DECORATORSGUTTERING

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PLASTERING No job too small• Quality workmanship• Fully insured• Renovation work• Water damage & patchwork

• Fancy cornice specialist• Prompt reliable service• Pensioner discounts• All aspect of plastering

• Clean up when job is complete

• Free quotes

Lic

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PHONE JOHN 0412 273 367WW10438

Call Gary on 4032 8151 to advertise

For your convenience

We accept!

Dave KnightsPlumbing Service

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69

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• Guttering • Metal Roofi ng • Leaf Screening

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PLUMBINGGASGUTTERINGUNBLOCK SEWERS/STORM WATER DRAINS

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SCRAP METALRICKS GUTTERING& ROOFING PTY. LTD.

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• RENEWALS AND REPAIRS • REMOVAL OF OLD MATERIALS

• ALL COLORBOND ROOFING REQUIREMENTS• FIRST CLASS WORKMANSHIP

CALL RICK 0409 225 188W

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All areas! Call Ross 4957 7695

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www.oziwi.com.au

• Quality Bluescope Steel • Leaf Protection

• Professional Service• Custom Folded Flashings

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• New work• Real Estate/Strata• Special owner builder rates• Bathroom rectifi cation work• Brick sealing - clear coat• Negative pressure - waterproofi ng

• 20% senior discount• Leaking showers• Rising damp• Epoxy fl ooring• UV stable coatings• Roof repairs

DANNY’S WATERPROOFING ANDPROPERTY MAINTENANCE

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RE-PIERINGPIER REPLACEMENT

RE-LEVELING0422 341 858

4942 7140

Lic

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PIER REPLACEMENTS

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Caged trailer and truck availableMattress Removal too!

0407 794 769www.newcastlerubbish.com.au

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RUBBISH REMOVAL•All areas •All kinds of rubbish

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0412 510 111 or 4955 2416FREE QUOTES!

MG PLASTERINGQualifi ed in all aspects of

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Reliable, trustworthy. Servicing all areas.Call anytime for a friendly, FREE quote.

Phone Mick 0419 977 039Lic 251316c W

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RUBBISH REMOVALPLASTERING

ALL FLOORING

CARPET/VINYL LAYERS

FLOATING FLOORS –

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ALSO SKIRTING & ARCHITRAVING

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TRADES & SERVICES Phone Gary on 4032 8151 Email gary.scott@newcastlepost.com.au

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TRADIE IN NEED OF WORK?ADVERTISE YOUR TRADE OR SERVICE WITH US!Our Trades and Services section is the most comprehensive weekly guide available in the Hunter region.Some of your sections include• Carpentry• Concreting

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• Fences• Gutters

• Handyman• Landscaping

• Painting• Plumbing

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ROOFING

PHONE JOHN 0412 273 367

Lic

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PENSIONER DISCOUNTFREE INSPECTION

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LEAF SCREEN (for gutters)

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DISCOUNT TreeTrimming - Tree Removal

• Small, medium & large jobs• Prompt service • Full insured

“We’re cheaper because we enjoy it”Free quotes all areas

Phone Shelley 4984 6996 Mob 0419 289 223 No job too small! FREE QUOTES!

Tree Lopping • Stump grindingSmall access • Palm removal

lawn mowing/lawn care

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Phone garry 0434 495 715 or 044 724 9180 W

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BTS TREE, PALMS& STUMP SERVICE

Mobile: 0408 681 866 Phone/fax Ian: 4948 6551

benny57@bigpond.net.au

• Free quotes • Pensioner discounts• Fully insured • All tree work & pruning

• Arborist • Prompt reliable service30 years’ experience

No job too small or large

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TREE SERVICES TREE SERVICESBJ’s TREE SERVICEPENSIONER DISCOUNT

FULLY INSUREDFREE QUOTES!

Ph 4950 1573 Mob 0414 300 305 W

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TREE SERVICES

Wall & Floor Tiling

Bathroom renovationsDecks & living areas

No job too smallCall Rob 0425 394 541

Lic

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W82

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TILING

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PATRICK’S SEWING MACHINE REPAIRS• Repairs to all makes and models

• Repairs to all overlockers • Pick-up and deliver• In home service • Over 30 years experience

Ph: 0411 275 032

Specialising in:• Tree removal• Pruning and tree maintenance• Block clearing• Chipping and mulching• Stump grinding• Rural services• Land management

CALL NICK 0477 000 891 or

4908 1630 Safe Friendly Reliable Fully insured

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SEWING MACHINE REPAIRS TREE SERVICES

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Advertise inthe Classifieds Phone Gary 4032 8151

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VALENTINE “LAKERS” WON THEIR INAUGURAL Newcastle District No.1 Grade Three Threes title when they convincingly beat defending titlehold-ers Raymond Terrace No.1 60/46 in the final round last Wednesday. The trio of Bruce Williams, Terry Jones and Bob Bradley laid the foundations for the win defeating Anthony Ellercamp, Jamie Minter and Lennon Scott 29/9. The other successful Valentine rink was Bob Dally, Col Mullen and Bill Ahoy 19/13 over Haydn Bojkowski, Jason Stokes and Ian Lean. The combination of Shaun Richards, Michael Abel and Matthew Baus kept Raymond Terrace in the match downing Owen Jefferson, Neil Percival & David Govan 24/12.

Ettalong “Eagles” 99.5 points have retained the lead in the BCIB Challenge despite suffering an upset 9.5/5.5 loss to Kahibah 49 points. Kahibah winning the Singles and Triples rubbers. Matt Sargeant beat former Australian repre-sentative Aaron Sherriff 11/8, 7/17, 2/1 in the Singles and Glenn Dow edged out Paul Freestone 6/4, 6/4 in the Triples.

Raymond Terrace “Jets” 96.5 points moved within 3 points of the leaders after its solid 11/4 victory over East Maitland, winning the Singles & Pairs rubbers. Ian Lean defeating Clinton Doust 16/6, 11/9 and Michael Abel & Matthew Baus beat Chris Dunn & Jake Lawton 9/7, 11/3. Kurri Kurri “Cannons” and Nelson Bay “Marlins” are equal third on 84.5 points, followed by Charlestown “Tigers” 81 points and East Cessnock “Comets” 80.5 points. Defending champions Kurri Kurri displayed its best form of the season whitewashing East Cessnock 16/0, while Nelson Bay edged out Valentine 9/6.

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Toronto Workers found Stockton’s 349 a bridge too far at Lynn Oval. Several bats-men managed a start including Logan Johnson who made a half-century but the Kookaburras totalled only 247. Dan Upward with four wickets and Bryan Warren with three wickets were the chief destroyers for the Seagulls.

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I f A-League matches were five minutes shorter, the Newcastle Jets would be undefeated and sharing top spot on the ladder.

Instead, they find themselves in eighth spot with just one point after again conceding a late goal in their 1-0 loss to Melbourne City at AAMI Park on Sunday.

After a 92nd-minute goal cost them victory the previous week, the Jets led 1-0 with five around five minutes to play before Melbourne City’s Spanish superstar, David Villa equalised for the home side after Newcastle’s Edson Montano scored from a header in the 62nd minute.

While it’s hard to make clear judgments after only two rounds of the season, it appears as though Newcastle’s defence is considerably stronger this season.

Execution in attack is still a work in progress, however that problem is not confined to the Jets at this stage.

Jets coach, Phil Stubbins was again happy with the overall performance from his side.

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PAUL MONFORTEroad trip. We’ve got another two to go in Wellington and Perth, certainly from our perspective, it was a positive performance,” Stubbins said.

“We’ve come together as a group and I’ve spoke all along about changing the mindset and attitude and approach of everyone. That then impacts on the environment at the club.”

The Jets head across the Tasman this week-end for the clash against Wellington Phoenix at Westpac Stadium on Sunday at 2pm.

A-League ladder after round 2: Perth Glory 6pts (+2 goal differential), Melbourne Victory 4pts (+3), Sydney FC 4pts (+1), Adelaide United 4pts (+1), Wellington Phoenix 3pts (0), Central Coast Mariners 3pts (0), Melbourne City 2pts (0), Newcastle Jets 1pt (-1), Brisbane Roar 0pts (-2), Western Sydney Wanderers 0pts (-4).

The Jets’ W-League team produced a tremen-dous effort to thrash the Western Sydney Wanderers 5-1 at Marconi Stadium in Sydney on Sunday.

Tara Andrews scored twice with Emily van Egmond, Katherine Reynolds and Georgia Yeoman-Dale also notching a goal each.

Newcastle’s Y-League side began their season with a 3-3 draw against Melbourne Victory at Magic Park on Saturday.

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