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Anglican Boutique Op 2017 Local Australia Day Awards Shop brate why Singleton was a who had lost their babies wonderful place to live as through miscarriage or well as being Australian. stillbirth. Now run by a Cessnock Rd CESSNOCK Dianne Foulger Cessnock joined towns and Appreciation Award, “What really makes dedicated team of bereaved regions across Australia to Kylie Gray Singleton great is our parents, Bears of Hope BRANXTON congratulate our Australia Appreciation Award, Joy people, and Toni and Fiona exists to assist the healing Day Award recipients and Potts are amazing examples of journey for families welcomed our newest Appreciation Award, people in our community experiencing a loss and is New Australian citizens. Catherine Parsons who go above and beyond affiliated with hospitals, Cessnock City Mayor, Appreciation Award, to make life better for GPs, obstetricians and IVF Councillor Bob Pynsent Max Lewis others,” she said. Clinics throughout Opening Hours congratulated the 12 Appreciation Award, “We are fortunate to have Australia. Australia Day Award Ruby Adamson had a list of very Young Achiever of the recipients on behalf of the distinguished nominees for Year: Fiona Stalker community. SINGLETON our Australia Day Awards, Currently a student at Tues to Fri 9.00am to 3.00pm “We are very fortunate to Hunter Valley Grammar have so many community School, Fiona has minded individuals in our demonstrated a high Saturday 9.00am to 1.00pm local area, it is a privilege commitment to making a to have the opportunity to positive difference in the Check out our Facebook Page recognise and thank them world as a passionate for their contributions”. volunteer for community Unable to accept any Electrical, Mattresses, Baby “I’d particularly like to causes including Singleton congratulate our Citizen of Relay for Life, Salvation Cots & Prams, Broken or Soiled Items Army, White Ribbon Day, the Year, Tara Naysmith, Senior Citizen of the Year, RSPCA Cupcakes day, Ronald Jackson and Young Jeans for Genes, CanTEEN, Citizen of the Year, Shae Beanie for Brain Cancer Panormo”. and Kids Helplife. Most recently, Fiona set a “Our Citizen of the Year, ͽ Young Achiever of the Year, Fiona Stalker, and Citizen of the Year, target to raise $8,000 to Tara Naysmith has Toni Watson, on stage at the Civic Ceremony this morning receiving immersed herself in our their awards to a standing ovation. sponsor some of the poorest community over the years African and boys and girls with her involvement in a Singleton Citizen of the and I congratulate each and to attend the School of St vast array of community Year and Young Achiever every one of you on all that Jude in Tanzania. The activities”. of the Year announced you have achieved. school was established by “Just a few of these include during Australia Day “Today has also been a Gemma Sisia, an Australian the Olympic Touch Relay, festivities. great day to reflect on how from Glen Innes NSW, and Mine Workers Union, Singleton has celebrated fortunate we are to be provides children them with View Club and Rotary, Australia Day with an Australians, and to a free quality education along with a number of official ceremony including welcome eight new with the aim to break the Clearing Sale the Australia Day Address Australians to our generational cycle of 2490 New England Highway, Branxton local primary schools. It is an honour to recognise by fourth generation community as part of the poverty in Tanzania. Fiona 11th & 12th February 2017 Tara’s work within our winemaker Lisa McGuigan, Citizenship Ceremony. creatively planned a range From 8am until 5pm both days community”. a citizenship ceremony to “But what really makes of activities to raise the DIRECTIONS: 1.3k’s from Clift Street traffic lights heading west on New “Senior Citizen on the welcome eight new Australia Day special in money in just six months Singleton is the sense of and exceed her target. England Highway on the northern side of highway (see map). Turn at red Year, Ronald Jackson and Australians and the Young Citizen on the announcement of community that we see at MAITLAND flag and follow road for approx 400 metres. the free family activities. Local identity Beverley Year, Shae Panormo have Singleton’s leading citizens. also shown incredible Founder of the “Bears of It’s fantastic to see so many Steggles has been 2000litre fuel tank with pump + 1000 diesel ~ all in good condition. Good tyres & air con $35,000 no offers) dedication to our local Hope”, Toni Watson was people out enjoying recognised as Maitland’s Also concrete mixer, electric tools, Lister 3 cyl diesel with irrigator. Skid mounted. Single diesel electric motor with area and are worthy named Citizen of the Year, themselves on our national 2016 Citizen of the Year 240 power point.Electric welder, air compressor, 7 HP electric motor. recipients in their while the Young Achiever day.” during local Australia Day Also some antique furniture + lots of small antique household goods. Too much to list. All to go respective categories,” Cr of the Year went to Fiona Citizen of the Year: Toni celebrations held at Pynsent said. Stalker who raised $8,000 Watson Maitland Park. Australia Day Award in six months to help pay Toni is an Early Childhood Born in Maitland, Beverley recipients include: for some of Africa’s Teacher who founded the went to school at Maitland Citizen of the Year, Tara poorest children to attend “Bears of Hope” in Girls’ High School and as Naysmith the School of St Jude in Singleton, which has the eldest of six children, become a national not-for- took on a number of Senior Citizen on the Tanzania. Year, Ronald Jackson The festivities will now profit organisation, and the responsibilities from a continue with free family author of “I have a Baby young age to assist her Ѳ Young Citizen on the Destination Year, Shae Panormo activities including a Sister in Heaven” that mother in raising her provides literature support siblings. In 1973 Beverley Community Event of the pop-up beach (complete Year, Strive for Autism with lifesaver), live music for grieving children after helped begin Maitland’s Environmental Award, by Newcastle band Infusion the loss of a sibling. first staff selection agency, Native Nursery Trio, jumping castles, Bears of Hope began about Hunter Valley Staff markets and children’s 15 years ago when Toni Selection, and she further Branxton Heritage Award, Coalfields Heritage entertainment. brought a box of teddy demonstrated her business Group Mayor of Singleton, Cr Sue bears to the Maternity acumen when she helped Appreciation Award, Moore, said it was a Ward of Singleton Hospital establish Steggles Food .... wonderful occasion to cele- to give to those mothers CONT PAGE 3 Cessnock City Council Statutory Notices Phone during working hours 4993 4100 sue NoAddress 185 14th July 2 all005 pagecommunications 14 to:- The General Manager, After Hours Emergency 4940 7816 PO Box 152, Cessnock 2325 NSW OUTDOOR SWIMMING POOL CARNIVALS DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS Council wishes to advise the community that on the days listed, swimming carnivals will be held at Cessnock and Branxton Swimming Pools and the pools will not be open for recreational swimming. PROPOSAL: Food and Drink Premise (Pub) and Auxiliary Function Centre CESSNOCK SWIMMING POOL LAND: LOT: 201 DP: 828486, LOT: 1 DP: 1211767 1843 Wine Country Drive BRANXTON, 1823 Wine Country Drive Date Time NORTH ROTHBURY Tuesday 31 January 2017 9.00am – 3.00pm APPLICANT: Mr J Gavin Wednesday 1 February 2017 9.00am – 3.00pm APPLICATION NO.: 8/2017/7/1

CONSENT AUTHORITY: Cessnock City Council Thursday 2 February 2017 9.00am – 3.00pm

CONTACT: Mrs Sarah Hyatt of Council’s Planning and Environment Friday 3 February 2017 9.00am – 2.30pm Department on (02) 4993 4206. Monday 6 February 2017 8.30am – 2.00pm ------Council is in receipt of a Development Application for the abovementioned property. Tuesday 7 February 2017 9.00am – 2.30pm

The Development Application may be inspected during normal office hours at Council’s Customer Wednesday 8 February 2017 9.30am – 2.30pm Service Counter at 62-78 Vincent Street, Cessnock.

All comments or objections should be made in writing and addressed to the General Manager within Thursday 9 February 2017 8.30am – 2.30pm the notification period commencing on 18 January 2017 and finishing on 02 February 2017 (inclusive). Friday 10 February 2017 9.00am – 3.00pm

Any person may, during the exhibition period, make a submission in writing to Council in relation to Monday 13 February 2017 9.00am – 3.00pm the Development Application. Where a submission is made by way of an objection, the grounds for objection must be clearly specified. The views expressed in written submissions will be considered by Tuesday 14 February 2017 9.00am – 3.00pm Council before a determination is made. An acknowledgement of your submission will be made no earlier than one (1) week after the notification period ends. Wednesday 15 February 2017 8.30am – 2.30pm

Submissions are NOT kept confidential. Council releases submissions when a request is made in Thursday 16 February 2017 8.00am – 1.30pm accordance with privacy laws and the relevant provisions under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009. When a submission is released by law, Council routinely withholds contact Thursday 23 February 2017 8.30am – 2.30pm numbers, email addresses and signatures. Should you wish for all personal details or any information Saturday 25 February 2017 7.00am – 6.00pm that may identify you to be withheld from the public, please advise Council of this in your submission. Sunday 12 March 2017 8.00am – 4.00pm

Should you intend to make a submission to Council on any planning related matter, your attention is drawn to your statutory obligations under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 regarding disclosure of political donations and gifts. You are required to complete a Political Donation and Gifts Declaration if you or an associate made any political donations or gifts to a Councillor or BRANXTON SWIMMING POOL

Council employee during the two (2) years prior to the submission. Please also note that should you Date Time make a donation or gift to a Councillor or Council employee in the period between the date of your submission and the determination of the application, you are required to submit a Declaration within Monday 6 February 2017 9.30am – 2.00pm seven (7) days of the donation. Tuesday 7 February 2017 10.00am – 2.00pm Further information regarding Political Donation and Gift Declarations and the Declaration Form can be obtained from Council’s website at www.cessnock.nsw.gov.au or from Council’s Customer Service Friday 10 February 2017 10.30am – 2.30pm Centre. Saturday 18 February 2017 1.00pm – 5.00pm

If the application is approved, a person who makes a submission by way of objection does not have a For further information please call Cessnock Swimming Pool on telephone 02 49903704 or right of appeal to the Land and Environment Court unless a matter of law arises. Branxton Swimming Pool on telephone 02 49381450. PO BOX 152 Stephen Glen PO BOX 152 STEPHEN GLEN CESSNOCK NSW 2325 General Manager CESSNOCK 2325 GENERAL MANAGER Senator the Hon Anne Ruston visit Hunter Valley Wine Country Hosted by the HVWTA’s Chairman George Souris AM, Ian Napier and Stewart Ewen OAM, Senator the Hon. Anne Ruston met with local wine and viticulture industry representatives in the Hunter Valley last Friday. The meeting was to discuss wine industry initiatives by the Federal Government, and also included John Davis, Bruce Tyrrell, Keith and Amanda Tulloch, and Jerome Scarborough. Professor Daryll Hull was also present. Anne also took the opportunity to see two of our local Hermitage Rd exemplar wine tourism businesses working during Vintage - Keith Tulloch Wines and Scarborough Wines - and gave an interview to NBN9 during her 3 hour visit. The meeting addressed three main topics:  regional wine and wine tourism including the allocation of the $50M from Federal Government,  the mechanics of the December changes to WET reform and how the $100K wine tourism and cellar door grant will work, and the implications of the $10M cap support of the proposed regional study by Professor Daryll Hull, Macquarie University on Regional Wine Economics in Australia.

Senator Ruston indicated that the Hunter Valley will have the opportunity to ‘tap into’ the $50M at a regional level to expand wine tourism, with a particular focus on International Tourism, and that Wine Australia is in consultation with industry on initiatives that will get the best value from the Coalition’s $50 million grant over four years, in order to supercharge Australian wine promotion, wine tourism and exports. Anne said that she had set up a reference group that was providing industry input to her on priorities for funding, and suggested that we should work through NSWWIA to ensure our views are heard. Stewart Ewen is your HVWTA board member responsible for this, so if you have any input please speak to him. One of the initiatives that our representatives and Prof Daryll Hull put forward was a proposed regional study that will give the Hunter Valley and other regions the clear economic base to deal with Government on all Policy and Tax issues that will emerge in the coming years. It was proposed that the process will start in the Hunter Valley which will allow the model to be perfected and proved so that it can then be transferred to all other wine regions. After Prof. Hull explained the proposed Regional Wine Tourism Economic Model's objectives, approach to development, the collaboration between the wine industry and Macquarie (and other) universities Ξ Keith Tulloch (Keith Tulloch Wines), John Davis (Pepper Tree, Tallavera Grove Vineyard & Briar Ridge Wines), Jerome Scarborough ( Scarborough Wines), Senator Anne Ruston, Amanda Tulloch (front Keith Tulloch Wines), Hon George Souris AM along with the proposal to use the Hunter Valley as the prototype region to test the model’s (Chairman of Hunter Valley Wine & Tourism Association - HVWTA), Bruce Tyrrell (Tyrrell’s Wines), Ian Napier (Wombat Crossing & development, Senator Ruston was supportive of the new initiative and said “This will give us HVWTA Committee Member), Stewart Ewan (Vigneron & HVWTA Committee Member) and Jo Thomas (General Manager HVWTA). better informed decision making for the future”. Senator Ruston indicated her support for the initiative, and recommended that the HVWTA consult with NSW Wine Industry Association and her reference group to progress the proposal. Hunter Valley wine industry representatives and the HVWTA also discussed with Senator Ruston how the proposed $100K wine tourism and cellar door grant (that will come into play in July 2018 along with the revised WET rebate conditions) will work. From 2018-19, a wine tourism and cellar door grant program will allow producers who exceed their cap to access a grant of up to $100,000 for their cellar door sales. The grant will be provided for wine sold direct to consumers once producers have reached the WET rebate cap of $350,000. The grant may not be claimed against wine which has already been claimed against a producer’s $350,000 cap. The program will be capped at $10 million per year. She suggested that industry needs to define what it is we believe a wine tourism business with a cellar door etc needs to ‘look like’ to claim the $100K cellar door rebate for her consideration and HVWTA wine tourism members have been invited to do so. She noted that about half of the existing 204 wine producers claiming more than $390,000 in WET rebates are expected to be eliminated by the new WET rules. THE NEWS 446 WEDNESDAY 31 JANUARY 2017 ͽ 3 FROM FRONT PAGE 2017 Australia Day awards state.’ poverty...... processing, which Maitland Mayor Cr Peter The Young Citizen of the ‘We are very fortunate to employs around 100 Blackmore OAM says, Year was awarded to have so many talented and Lawrence’s AG & people. ‘The Maitland Citizen of passionate youth affairs community minded young Beverley has never the Year awards celebrate advocate Sammy Seth. people in our city. For such Machinery Repairs forgotten her roots and those individuals who work Sammy has thrived in her young a young person, continues to give back to tirelessly to enrich the 30 Years role as Youth Ambassador Sammy has accomplished “Hands-On” Maitland, volunteering with community through their for the Multicultural Youth so much already. Hearing of Ariat® Experience World Vision and many commitment and service to Affairs Network, has been her efforts and commitment local community others. We received a an integral part of Youth to these worthy causes organisations. She was also number of nominations for Parliament for the last four makes me incredibly proud, @ Call Clayton…. instrumental in building and this year’s awards and I years, a student of the and no doubt her parents as operating the op shop at congratulate Bev, she is a CHAKRAS Dance School well,’ said Cr Blackmore.  AG & Truck Air Conditioning Beresfield/Thornton very worthy recipient. The for many years, and is a Along with the two award Baileys  All types of Ag Repairs Anglican Church and she is contribution she has made respected Community winners, it was also a  Mobile Service the coordinator at the to the community has had a Leader for the Oaktree special day for around 42 .. All Work Guaranteed Samaritans GAPS positive impact for a great Foundation, which is all other people who became Competitive Rates.. (grandparents as parents) many people, not only in about young people Australian citizens as part of Of program. Maitland but across the working together to end a special Citizenship Greta Mob: 0414 234 841 Ph: 4930 7078 A/H Ceremony. Quick action by North Rothbury & neighbouring SUMMER Rural Fire Brigades avert property loss Yesterday at around 2:30pm, with temperatures STOCK hovering around 40°C, the North Rothbury Rural Fire Brigade were called to a fire in the bush behind the North Rothbury Historic Railway Precinct. Now in On arrival the Brigade saved two steam trains while Greta and Rothbury Brigades assisted them with property protection and knocking the fire down. Store More crews arrived on the scene who conducted back burning and strengthened containment lines. There is no longer a risk to property. Fire and smoke was visible in the area for some time after containment. The brigade thanked their neighbouring brigade crews who come to their assistance.

The Country Clothing Specialist Classic Country Outfitters It is during this time of the year Council often receives a large number of customer requests in Your Area!!!! about overgrown properties. Sometimes a property owner is not aware that the state of their yard is concerning their neighbours and they are eager to address the matter once informed. So don’t forget the value of a neighbourly chat.

Other important things to keep in mind are that not all property owners have a green thumb and maintain their properties in a perfect ‘park like’ condition and a properties zoning also has an impact on whether it is considered overgrown.

If you are unable to contact the owner or your concerns are ignored then Council may be able to assist but only if the property is deemed to be in an unsafe or unhealthy condition. The following guidelines will help you determine if Council can assist: The property in question must be located in a residential zone (R1, R2, R3, R4 or R5). The overgrown vegetation has been confirmed as a harbourage for vermin likely to create unsafe or unhealthy conditions. The vegetation in question is more than 600mm (approximately) in height and covers a significant portion of the property.

When a property is deemed overgrown Council sends an initial form letter to the property owner informing them about the vegetation on the property. The letter explains the situation and requests that the property owner maintain the property to a reasonable standard. The property owner is provided with a timeframe of 28 days to improve the condition of the property.

Come in and Drop in a say hello to Brenden or Lyn If at the end of the 28 day period the works have not been completed or you still have concerns then you are encouraged to contact Council again. In this instance Council will inspect and assess the property. If Council is satisfied of the overgrown nature of the property browse our then a formal process will be commenced. This involves the issuing of a formal notice on the property owner directing them to manage and maintain the vegetation. In accordance with administrative provisions of the legislation a Summer Stock. four week time frame is generally provided. The failure by the recipient of a notice to satisfac- torily comply with the required stated works may result in enforcement action by Council.

It has all arrived ... Baileys of Greta .... is a family owned and operated store that was formed in 2004. Great choice Lyn and Brenden Bailey specialise in providing quality products at a great price.

Check it all out on our website www.baileysofgreta.com.au Normal Trading Hours: 9am to 5pm Mon to Fri ~ 9am to 2pm Saturday 108 New England Hwy, Greta 2334 P: 4938 7899 4 ͽ THE NEWS No. 446 TUESDAY 31 JAN 2016

& other matters

with Mike Lowing THE recent horrific spat of suspicious’ bushfires in the Cessnock/Kurri Kurri & Weston area, hopefully, will be just a very sad memory for those who were caught in them & for our fire fighters, with the arrest of the alleged arsonist who is now in custody after being refused bail. If charges are proved correct he could face up to 14 years in gaol which, to myself and the majority of the community I have spoken to, is far to lenient for the crime; the possible consequences could have been catastrophic if it wasn’t for our brilliant ■ The most recent fire at Kurri Kurri. & heroic fire fighters, some good luck with the weather & wind changes. The penalties must be increased as a absolute deterrent for these crimes. On a lighter note; the North Rothbury Rural Fire brigade crew were in the thick of it on every outbreak and did, as with all the brigades, a super human effort to quell & contain each fire. While fighting the most recent out- break a little ‘angel of mercy’ appeared while they were having a rest & ■ Just one very lucky escape for Kurri Hardware & cooling down. Please read the FB demolition! account of what happened.

the risks of alcohol and North Rothbury. 2335 reach their full I understand the claw-back constituents. So far, my gambling related harm in HUNTER A BIG LOSER UNDER potential. Those resources target is $8billion dollars – submissions have fallen GONSKI CUTS the community, as well as also lift our workforce much more than has been on deaf ears. Analysis released last week providing consistent and capacity and economic publicly stated – and the I may have more to say in tells us what we already transparent decision growth. manner in which the process coming days as the analy- knew; students in the making, and effectively Even Barnaby Joyce’s has been conducted is so sis and cross-referencing Hunter electorate were engaging and colleague, NSW Education cavalier, it makes me angry. of information from the amongst the biggest communicating with our Minister Adrian Piccoli We have witnessed constitu- Centrelink computer winners under the Gonski stakeholders and the says Barnaby Joyce and ents so distressed they have system is made available. School funding reforms and broader community. Malcolm Turnbull are been crying in reception at I call on the government are now amongst the I think you can take from wrong to cut Gonski my electoral office as they to immediately suspend biggest losers from the cuts this that there is recognition funding. explain the heartless pursuit this heartless program of imposed by Tony Abbott that gambling related harm Barnaby Joyce’s electorate of deceased loved ones. gouging our most and Malcolm Turnbull. exists in communities and it was the second highest There have been queues vulnerable citizens and I That is also true of Barnaby doesn’t just affect the beneficiary of the 150 forming as constituents urge anyone who has Joyce’s electorate which gambler but also their federal seats. The Hunter attempt to meet with me to received a letter of OBJECTION TO THE something shared. now includes the Upper families, work colleagues electorate ranked third. It’s have the process corrected. demand to request a GAMING FACILITIES TO BE We both have personal Hunter Shire. and neighbours. time to reverse the cuts. They are fearful of the review – whether you PROVIDED IN THE experience with someone Gonski was providing an We would look forward to THE HON JOEL threats of more financial have already paid or not. PROPOSED TAVERN AT who feeds her school opportunity to break the using the facilities of the FITZGIBBON MP, penalty if they don’t just The damage this program HUNTLEE children 2 minute noodles cycle of intergenerational Tavern and welcome its MEMBER FOR HUNTER accept the Centrelink is doing to the recipients If the business plan for the and spends all her welfare establishment, but cannot unemployment in our proposed Tavern at Huntlee money on gambling. Plus CENTRELINK FIASCO demand and pay up. It is a of the letters and the staff see it being a family region. It provided the EXPANDED is only viable with gam- any she can “borrow” from national disgrace. at Centrelink is a national friendly place where we resources schools need to Expanding the Centrelink bling facilities included in others. She is not alone. I have been making submis- disgrace and not anything would take our children. intervene and assist fiasco to include the elderly the planning approval, then It is our opinion a sions to Alan Tudge, the we would want to be A gambling environment is children with challenges and disabled is a national we believe the business demographic study of this Minister for Human Services associated with. not one we associate with and to ensure all students disgrace. plan is not acceptable for area will show there is little and direct to Centrelink on Senator Burston, ACT family behalf of several the establishment of the enthusiasm for Pokies and values business. the majority of patrons who or the Gambling is not compatible use them appear to be those grand Letters to the editor can with a business which is who can least afford to. plan that recommended as family Application to the Liquor is friendly. and Gaming NSW website be sent to: Huntlee. The Editor, The BGV News, There are already three states: establishments in the area We are committed to Maureen 12 Clift Street, Branxton which have Pokies and delivering a strong focus and NSW 2335 betting facilities. Gambling on compliance and en- Steve is an isolation activity, not forcement to minimise Lind. or emailed to Emergency Phone Numbers [email protected] Police Electricity Dial 000 Energy FOR FIRE, POLICE AND Branxton…. 4938 1244 Australia….... 131 388 AMBULANCE ANY TIME, DAY OR Lochinvar… 4930 7209 Hospitals NIGHT FOR 24-HOUR SERVICE Ambulance… 131 233 Maitland… 4939 2000 It’s a free call. Just tell the operator NSW Fire Brigade Cessnock.. 4991 0555 what you need-fire, police or ambu- Branxton…. 4938 3396 Singleton.. 6572 2799 Branxton & Vineyards lance. Then wait to be connected. SES ………….132 500 When reporting an emergency by Rural Fire Brigades Crime Stoppers calling 000, the telephone number & Belford…… 6574 7149 1800 333 000 Real Estate address you are calling from may be Broke…….. 6579 1491 SES ……………. 132 500 given to the emergency service so Greta…..… 4015 0000 Poisons Info …… 131 126 they can respond quickly. If you Bishops Bdg 4015 0000 12 Clift Street, Branxton Hunter Water don’t want the telephone number or Nth R’bury… 4015 0000 1300 657 000 address details passed on, you must Rothbury….. 4015 0000 Ausgrid ………... 131 388 call the emergency service direct. Pokolbin...… 4015 0000 Gas Emergencies . 131 909 ALL CALLS TO 000 ARE VOICE Rothbury….. 4991 1733 .... for all your real estate needs Lifeline ………….131 114 RECORDED Bishops Bdg 4015 0000 Nth R’bury… 4015 0000 Mental Health Line P: 4938 3300 For non-life Rothbury….. 4015 0000 1800 011 511 threatening Pokolbin...… 4015 0000 Domestic Violence Support F: 4938 3301 Rothbury….. 4991 1733 4990 9609 calls……. Scotts Centrelink Self Service M: 0412 566 041 136 240 Police Assistance Line (PAL)…. Flat… …… 6574 5186 Medicare ……….. 132 011 Email: [email protected] 131 444 Central Native Animal Rescue (Cessnock)… 4015 0000 Web: www.domain.com.au 0418 628 483

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Branxton Lions Club held the 2016 Senior Citizens Dinners at Greta Workers Club and the Branxton Community Hall on the 29th November and the 6th December 2016. The dinners were enjoyed by all local seniors with entertainment, drinks, food, lucky door prizes and a great raffle. Branxton Lions Club would like to thank Greta Work- ers Club and Branxton IGA for their support. The Branxton Girl Guides helped with serving the dinner. Ξ The Branxton Lions Ladies preparing the meal. Branxton Lions Club would love to welcome new Ξ Being served members to help serve the community with a great bunch of people. For information please call Bob on 49381001 or Alan on 49381654

Ξ Lion Tony Ernst with the raffle prizes Ξ The Girl Guides who did a tremendous job on the evenings

Thank you to Fire Crews

Cessnock City Mayor, battle the blazes”. Councillor Bob Pynsent “I will be very angry and commended the efforts of disappointed if Fire and Rescue NSW, investigations find that NSW Rural Fire Service these fires were and all emergency services deliberately lit”. who bravely worked to “If that is found to be the protect life and property case, the actions of one or a yesterday. few have put entire “The crews were faced with communities, lives and extreme weather conditions property in significant as high temperatures and danger”. strong winds combined to “Unfortunately, this is the create an unpredictable and third fire event in the difficult environment to Cessnock local government work in”. area this summer, so I “Local, regional and would again remind the metropolitan crews came community to be prepared together, working tirelessly and to have a fire plan,” Cr on the ground, with further Pynsent said. aerial support helping to Ξ Cessnock Mayor Bob Pynsent with representatives of our local emergency services Cessnock City Council overwhelmed by support Cessnock City Council proudly presented donations from the Christmas Appeal 2016 to Jodie’s Place ahead of Christmas Day. Cessnock City Mayor, Councillor Bob Pynsent said he was overwhelmed with the response from the community. “People have been incredibly generous and the out pouring of support for Jodie’s Place comes as no surprise”. “The community are keen to assist and support the important work Jodie’s Place do in helping victims of domestic violence”. “Thank you to everyone in our community who donated, it is important we reach out and support those more vulnerable than us this Christmas”. “There was a remarkable amount donated including gifts, toys, first-aid, non-perishable food and toiletries”, said Cr Mayor Pynsent. All donations received by Jodie’s Place were distributed to families in need this Christmas.

Ξ Cessnock Mayor Bob Pynsent with a representa- tive from Jodie’s Place If Christmas is a time to spend with the THE NEWS No. 446 TUESDAY 31 Jan 2017 ͽ 6 people closest to us, then January Members say …. prompts us to reflect on and appreciate of the 2017 Community Safety Fund on the table…. I made no deals when what we all have in common as for local initiatives with a crime taking over as Leader of the NSW Australians, and our fortune to live in a prevention focus. Nationals and I won’t start now”. peaceful part of the world where Crime is a social and financial He said that while he was looking diversity is celebrated and encouraged. burden that the Nationals in forward to working with a new Premier It follows then that it’s also a great time Government are committed to it was time to draw a line in the sand of year to look around at where we live reducing, whilst boosting local safety over how regional New South Wales and appreciate what’s wonderful about and pride, as we know there is was treated by the Government. The Branxton and the broader Singleton always more that can be done to first item of business was pending LGA, and at the top of the list are the stamp out crime in our towns and council amalgamations, and he has people in our community. suburbs, and we are working with committed to end any pending local As we came together to celebrate Upper Hunter Electorate government mergers in the bush. Australia Day, the highlight of the communities to identify The Nationals are the only party festivities was the Civic Ceremony opportunities. representing regional NSW that are where we saw the announcement of the The reasons for and consequences of actually sitting at the decision-making Singleton Citizen and Young Achiever crime in one region of NSW can be table with the power to do something of the Year. very different to other regions, about it. And, we’re the only grassroots Bob Pynsent, Mayor Cessnock City Council Member for Cessnock Clayton Barr MP These awards recognise the people who therefore it is important that we party with true democracy – where invest in local solutions...... FROM THE MAYORS DESK Raising the BARR have given their time and commitment everyone gets a say. The program, which will see $10 Week ending 13/01/2017 in 2016 to making Singleton a great The Nationals in Government are place to live, and I congratulate all of million invested over four years, has committed to making sure that our local CRYSTAL BALL PREDICTIONS our nominees on all that they have already helped make local crime rural and regional areas are properly FOR 2017 reduction ideas a reality. The NSW As always, I try to dedicate my last achieved for our community. It was a served by the policies of the day, and Government is proud to partner with column of the year, in part, to some particularly arduous task to select the the leadership change in NSW allows the community to prevent crime and whacky tongue in cheek predictions for recipients from a pool of wonderful the Nationals to remind both address the fear of crime. the year ahead. I missed the last column people all doing wonderful things. government and the community that This program has funded community deadline late last year, so I am making As we pause to reflect on our our focus is and always will be what is initiatives right across the state to up for it in this first column of the new community, it’s also a fitting time of best for rural and regional NSW. enhance the work of Government and year. The idea is inspired by so-called year to receive the news that Singleton As a political party, the Nationals have law enforcement agencies to combat Our community once again has faced the psychics who claim to have an ability Council has received a $3.5million a track record for delivering for rural crime. In the inaugural round of the horror of bush fires burning in very to see into the future and who often State Government grant to continue the and regional NSW, and we look program hundreds of applications dangerous conditions. Fire and Rescue make vague, broad, easy to foresee good work to improve Singleton Town forward to continuing to build on that were received and I look forward to NSW, NSW Rural Fire Service and all predictions. A classic example is Centre. reputation as we move forward as a more evidence-based projects being emergency services bravely protected predicting a Hollywood star, or rock While the funding represents half of the Party and a community. funded this year that will make our life and property. star, will die from a drug over-dose. It’s amount Council applied for and means Contact: My Email address; state a safer place. [email protected], It was nothing less than a heroic effort a bit silly really. we are now investigating other funding The Community Safety Fund aims to phone numbers; 6543 1065, Fax 6543 by fire crews who worked tirelessly to Last year’s notable predictions – 14 sources to help deliver the project, it is reduce crime and anti-social 1416; postal address P.O. Box 493, defend our community in soaring Gold medals at the Olympics (we got a great boost to what is an important behaviour through infrastructure and Muswellbrook 2333. temperatures and strong winds. I cannot 8); Olympic gold medal in Rugby project for our LGA. service delivery projects that address thank everyone involved in the effort (think Women’s); 50 Gold medals at Before this funding announcement, local crime hot spots, promote safe enough for keeping our community safe. Paralympics (we got 22); Olympic Stage Two of the Town Centre project and inclusive use of public space, Investigations are underway into how the turmoil about drug use (think Russian was an idea on paper. Now we can and collaborative approaches to fires were ignited. I am disappointed and team); Federal Australian Politician begin to envisage the benefits it will crime prevention and detection. angry at the idea these fires were caught controversially claiming work bring, including an overhaul of the I would urge those in our community deliberately lit. expenses (various examples); famous appearance of Campbell Street as a who are interested to seek further This is the third major fire event in our actor/rockstar death from drugs gateway to our business and retail information by visiting local government area this summer. A (Prince); a Kardashian Marriage break centre. reminder for all residents to ensure they It means another busy year for major http://www.crimeprevention.nsw.gov.au/, up (Kim & Kanye); China announce where you will also find the online have a bush fire survival plan and to projects in Singleton, with the continua- mission to moon (announced in April application. reduce bush fire hazards around their tion of the Hermitage Road upgrade 2016 for a 2036 date): reclassification NSW PARLIAMENTARY YEAR homes. For more information head to and tenders now open for the upgrade of Pluto as a planet (well , I was wrong The NSW State Parliamentary Year http://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/resources/ th of the Singleton Regional Livestock but they did find a possible 9 planet so will begin on February 14, but bush-fire-survival-plan. Market. my vibe was close). Not bad right? myself and my office have been back Continuing progress adds to the many So, what will 2017 bring? I predict that to work now since the second week I am very excited about the recent reasons Singleton is a great place to the Trump situation in America will of January, and as ever, I am announcement international fitness live, and a great place to celebrate JOEL FITZGIBBON MP Member for Hunter come to a crashing end. So too the pe- enjoying travelling around our Upper movement Parkrun is coming to Cess- being Australian on 26 January. riod of rule for Mike Baird and Mal- Hunter Electorate, far and wide, to nock. This fantastic initiative involves a All the local festivities were held at the Few people have heard of the colm Turnbull. I predict the Knights to learn more about the current issues free, weekly five kilometre run or walk Civic Centre and on the lawn between Australian Pesticides and Veterinary lift themselves into the top 15 teams that matter to my constituents. held every Saturday. It is great to see St Council and the Gym & Swim, kicking Medicines Authority (APVMA). Fewer this year. I predict a new road toll Whilst I may not have the chance to Philips Christian College, Nulkaba get- off with a gold coin donation breakfast people know where it is or what it (fee$) being announced for the M1 (aka meet and speak to everyone in the ting involved allowing the Parkrun to be cooked up by the Singleton Lions Club does. What they should know, is that F3) and Hunter Expressway. I predict Electorate, I do appreciate your Agriculture Minister Barnaby Joyce’s held on their campus. I look forward to at 8am, followed by the Civic the NSW Government making an an- feedback, and I like to learn about the determination to move the Authority the launch which is set to be announced Ceremony at 9.30am and plenty of free nouncement to actually have something issues that matter to you and your from Canberra to his own electorate is a shortly and encourage everyone to have family entertainment at 10.30am. made in NSW. I predict the sale of the families, so please feel free to contact threat to our health, farm productivity a go at the family- friendly free event. Whatever part of Singleton you live in, harbour bridge and opera house. I pre- me using the details provided, and and profitability, and the natural envi- then 2017 is already off to a great start. dict federal Government recognition of inform me of the matters that you ronment. Australia Day, a unique opportunity for And with 11 months still to go, I can’t gay marriage. And I predict a universal would like to be considered to be The APVMA is a Commonwealth Gov- us to celebrate our wonderful culture and wait to see what else we’ll be apology from climate change deniers as raised in our NSW State Parliament. ernment regulator. Its main role is to this very special nation we live in. We celebrating this year. they admit that their refusal to accept CHANGE IN NSW make sure the chemicals farmers use to welcomed new citizens and thanked Cheers, Sue the science was all a joke, a gee-up. Since my last column, NSW now has spray food crops and the medicines those very special Aussies that go above * * * * * * * * * * * * a new Premier, following the given to farm and other animals are not and beyond in our community. We had For enquiries regarding the State resignation of Mike Baird, and the harmful to human or animal health. But put together a great program of events Government or its departments, or to promotion of Gladys Berejiklian to it’s not just farmers. If you spray bindii which commenced with the Citizenship put you in contact with someone who the role. weed or tomatoes at home, you’re using Ceremony and the Australia Day Awards can, please contact my office. My Mike Baird demonstrated a strong a chemical approved by the APVMA. at the East Cessnock Bowling Club at office can be contacted by phoning commitment to rebuilding NSW and When your local Council is spraying 10:00am. The official proceedings also 4991-1466, by email to setting up our state as the number weeds on road-side verges, the APVMA included a special presentation to [email protected] or one state in Australia. His visionary is keen to ensure the health of a nearby emergency services for their efforts this call into 118 Vincent Street (PO Box approach, coupled with his abilities water course or children’s park is not fire season. Lyndey Milan OAM was 242), Cessnock 2325. in economic management, has seen being unacceptably affected by the our Australia Day Ambassador. I was Cheers, Clayton major improvements to NSW and in run-off or spray drift. very much looking forward to welcom- delivering front line services for our Located in Canberra, the Authority’s ing one of Australia’s most recognised community. staff of almost 200 people review data food personalities into our region which I thank Mike Baird for his service to provided by the big multinational is home to first class food and wine. our NSW, and I look forward chemicals and pharmaceutical Cheers, Bob MICHAEL JOHNSEN MP Member for Upper companies, and if satisfied that they are Hunter working with Gladys Berejiklian, who has a proven track-record of both safe and efficient, they register them for use for certain purposes. Members say..... is State Matters hard-work, and vision for NSW. The regulator’s scientists and lawyers FUNDING FOR COMMUNITY The Deputy Premier and Leader of proudly sponsored by... do not undertake research as such, that’s PROJECTS TO COMBAT LOCAL the NSW National Party, John done by those who produce and sell the CRIME Barilaro, has made it clear that The products. Rather, the APVMA reviews I would urge our Upper Hunter Nationals and regional NSW won’t the data provided by the companies to The Branxton Greta Electorate community groups, be taken for granted. test its validity. It also keeps a watch on businesses and councils with ideas to John Barilaro has described the Vineyards News any international developments which reduce criminal and anti-social Coalition Agreement between the NSW Nationals and Liberals as a may send up a ‘red flag’ on a chemical behaviour to come forward and apply or drug already in use in Australia. 4938 1773 for up to $250,000 in NSW ‘blank sheet of paper’. 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Branxton & Vineyards Real Estate 4938 3300 THE NEWS No. 446 TUESDAY 31 Jan 2017 ͽ 8 Police ber, 2016 the Accused was the driver of a Ford Falcon Façade, Report sedan which he drove in a southerly direction along Facelifts and Bridgman Road, Hunterview. Fixups get Vehicle Fire/North and sighted the RFS extin- Police signalled for the driver Rothbury: guishing the fire from the to stop for the purpose of a Funding TIME/DATE: 0225hrs, vehicle. No occupants inside breath test. Cessnock City Council is 12/11/2016. the vehicle. Vehicle registra- Police conducted checks on excited to announce five LOC: 400m East along Wine tion plates were still attached the New South Wales (NSW) properties across the local Country Drive off the Hunter and checks were conducted F U N E R A L S E R V I C E S Services System which government area have been Express Way access to North on the vehicle. Vehicle not Paul and Janelle Smyth and their staff take great pride & personal satisfaction in indicated the accused licence awarded heritage grants Rothbury. listed as stolen. It appears as providing a dignified & timeless service, continuing a tradition started morere than than 90 to be disqualified until the made possible by the NSW RE: Vehicle Fire. the vehicle was deliberately years ago on February 2, 1925 by Paul’s grandfather, Cecil R Smyth. 30th of June, 2017. Further Office of Environment and VEH: Green Ford Falcon. set alight. checks revealed his licence Heritage. DAMAGE: Total. Drive whilst disqualified/ also expired on the 3rd of Mayor, Councillor Bob FIRE BRIGADE: North Hunterview: October, 2015. Pynsent said the properties Rothbury RFS. TOI: 1:45am on Thursday the The accused was issued with are located in the Around 0225hrs on Saturday 10th of November, 2016 Filed Court Attendance commercial precincts of 12th November 2016, Police ACCUSED: Male, aged 31 Notice for drive whilst Cessnock, Kurri Kurri, were notified of a vehicle on from Carrowbrook nd disqualified – 2 offence. He Weston and Branxton. fire on Wine Country Drive, VEHICLE: Ford Falcon appeared at Singleton Local “It is pleasing to see North Rothbury. Sedan. Around 1:45am on th Court on the 15 January properties that have stood Police attended the location Thursday the 10th of Novem- 2016. the test of time receiving Serving Branxton, Greta & surrounds structural and facade im- Australian Damper provements that will revital- Talk to us about our Pre-paid Funeral ise them for the future”. This is the bread made by drovers in the Australian “Some of the projects will outback. It's great camping food as it's traditionally Plans & Pre-Arrange Options. result in a remarkable cooked in the coals of a camp fire. SERVINGS 4 change to the buildings INGREDIENTS appearance, which will 1 2 ⁄2cups plain flour, 5 teaspoons baking powder, enhance the heritage status 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon butter, and improve the overall 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 cup milk, fresh, powdered (or you can just use water) streetscape”, Cr Pynsent DIRECTIONS said. 1.The best way to make this is to mix together the dry ingredients then add the liquid Successful properties

and butter and mix well and then knead it for about 5 minutes. include: 2.Then wrap it in a double layer of greased foil and place it in the coals of the camp- Branxton Pharmacy, fire, poking it in and retrieving it a bit later hoping it's done. Branxton Commercial Hotel, 3.I've also had it where you just throw the dough into the Branxton coals and pull off the blacked outside when it's done and eat During the daily sun protection and adults, however, further Aberdare Hotel, Weston times, use a combination of five improvements are required. the inner part. 104-108 Vincent Street, sun protection measures to Even the relatively low sunburn 4.To cook it in the oven preheat to 350 degrees F. reduce your risk of sunburn. incidence across the 2013–14 Cessnock summer translates to 2.4 million 5.Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and sugar and mix Kurri Kurri Visitor Centre, Slip – on sun-protective  adults being sunburnt on any well. Rub or cut in the butter. Stir in the milk to form a dough. Kurri Kurri clothing (make sure it covers given summer weekend. The Local Heritage Fund as much skin as possible). 6.Shape into a flattened ball and place on a greased baking sheet or in a round cake Males are more likely to get tin and bake for about 30 minutes. provided financial  Slop – on SPF (sun protec- sunburnt than females, because assistance to owners or 7.Doing it this way though is not traditional and just won't taste the same. tion factor) 30 or higher they spend more time outside managers of heritage items Lee Grundy, Pharmacist & broad-spectrum, water- during peak UV times and are 8.You eat it straight away while still hot in thick slices with butter, golden syrup, jam or less likely to use sun protection. for conservation, proprietor of Branxton Pharmacy resistant sunscreen. Apply 20 vegemite. maintenance works or minutes before going out- UV radiation and sunburn 9.This is great camping food and always brings back many happy camping memories. Building Code upgrades. Sunburn doors and reapply every two In addition to light and heat, the hours. sun gives out invisible UV Sunburn is the skin's reaction radiation. UV radiation can pass to the ultraviolet (UV) radia-  Slap – on a broad-brimmed through light cloud. It can also tion from the sun. You can hat that protects your face, be scattered in the air and re- see sunlight and feel heat head, neck and ears. flected by surfaces such as (infrared radiation), but you buildings, concrete, sand and can't see or feel UV radiation.  Seek – shade. Slide – on wrap-around sun- snow. It can damage your skin even The three types of UV radiation on cool, cloudy days. glasses (make sure they meet Australian Standard AS/NZS (based on wavelength) are Sunburn is a radiation burn to UVA, UVB and UVC. The the skin. The signs of sun- 1067). Symptoms of sunburn earth's atmosphere absorbs burn can start to appear in nearly all of UVC radiation (the less than 15 minutes and skin The symptoms of sunburn Quality, Reliability & Value include: most dangerous type) before it can turn red within two to six reaches the ground. hours of being burnt. It will  changes in skin colour, rang- UVA and UVB radiation are  Rubbish Removal continue to develop for the ing from pink to red and both involved in sunburn, but next 24 to 72 hours and, even purple skin reacts differently to each & Yard depending on the severity, type of radiation: can take days or weeks to  skin that feels hot to the heal. Sunburn will become touch  UVA – penetrates into the Clean-ups worse with more exposure to deeper skin layers and dam-  pain and/or itching UV rays. Mild sunburn can ages the sites where new skin  Slashing be treated at home, but severe  swelling cells are generated. Too and blistered sunburn re- much UVA radiation leads to  Commercial quires prompt medical atten-  fluid-filled blisters that may roughening, dryness, blotchi- tion. itch and eventually pop or ness, wrinkling and sagging The long-term effects of break of the skin. High doses of Properties repeated bouts of sunburn UVA radiation can also  broken blisters that peel to  include premature wrinkling reveal even more tender skin cause sunburn, damage to Mowing & and an increased risk of skin beneath. genes in skin cells and skin cancer, including melanoma Sunburnt skin will change cancer. Trimming Large (the most dangerous type of colour within two to six hours  UVB – is even more danger- skin cancer). Once DNA of being burnt and the colour Lawns damage occurs, it is impossi- ous than UVA radiation, Locally change will continue to develop ble to reverse. This is why causing tanning, burning, for up to seventy-two hours. ageing, skin damage and & Acreages prevention is much better Australians and sunburn than cure. significantly promoting the On a summer's day in Australia, development of skin cancer.  Owned & To prevent sunburn, use a sunburn can occur in as little as Clearing combination of sun protection It affects the surface skin 15 minutes. All types of sun- layer. The skin responds by measures during the sun burn, whether serious or mild, Overgrown Vacant protection times each day releasing chemicals that Operated can cause permanent and irre- dilate blood vessels. This (when the UV levels are versible skin damage. This Blocks & Houses forecast to reach 3 or higher). causes fluid leakage and could lay the groundwork for inflammation – better known You can find these times on skin cancers to develop. Further the SunSmart app or widget, as sunburn. sunburn only increases your How UV affects your skin or at the Bureau of Meteorol- risk of skin cancer. Over 2,000 ogy website. Skin cells in the top layer of Australians die from skin can- skin (epidermis) produce a People who work outdoors cer each year. for long periods of time may pigment called melanin, which According to Cancer Council's gives skin its natural colour. Call Greg or Kim on 0414 586 699 need sun protection all year, National Sun Protection Sur- as they have an increased risk When skin is exposed to UV Lochinvar 4930 7075 vey, there has been a sustained radiation, more melanin is of skin cancer. decrease in weekend sunburn E: [email protected] Reduce the risk of sunburn produced, causing the skin to among Australian adolescents darken and tan. CONT P. 9

9 ͽ THE NEWS No. 446 TUESDAY 31 Jan 2017 FROM PAGE 6 Members say JOEL FITZGIBBON MP Member for Hunter In that case, the APVMA will review the chemical’s licence. For example, the APVMA caused great controversy during 2013 when your skin. temperature to gauge when you need following a review, it put a stop to the use of a FROM PREVIOUS PAGE sun protection. Check the sun protection  Speak to a pharmacist about products chemical, Fenthion, orchardists used to protect Sunburn times each day and Slip! Slop! Slap! their stone fruit and other products from fruit that help soothe sunburn. Choose Seek! and Slide! A tan is a sign that the skin has been spray-on solutions rather than creams fly. The APVMA was concerned residual chemi- damaged from UV radiation. It is not a which require rubbing in by hand. Many Australians get sunburnt around cals in the fruit could be harmful to consumers. sign of good health. water, at the beach or the pool. If there There is no undergraduate course which delivers It is important to remember that tanning  Don't pop blisters. Consider covering is no shade, you'll need to protect all the qualifications and expertise needed to without burning can still cause skin itchy blisters with a wound dressing yourself in other ways. damage, premature skin ageing and skin to reduce the risk of infection. work for the APVMA as a regulatory scientist or cancer. UV radiation can cause You can get sunburnt when you're lawyer. It’s a very specific area of expertise If your skin is not too painful, apply irreparable damage to the genes in the  relaxing and taking it easy, such as which takes many years of training post- moisturiser. This won't stop the burnt skin's cells. Each time you expose your watching outdoor sports, picnicking at grad. According to the APVMA’s CEO, if these skin from peeling off, but it will help skin to UV radiation from the sun or from the park or while playing sports. boost the moisture content of the skin professionals are lost to the organisation, it will a solarium, you increase your risk of JOEL FITZGIBBON MP Member for Hunter beneath. Do not apply butter to Winter activities, such as snow skiing take up to seven years to re-build the workforce. developing skin cancer. sunburnt skin. and snowboarding pose a high risk of Sadly, that’s what is about to happen. The professionals who work within the APVMA Solariums are not safe sunburn because UV radiation is already live in the Canberra region and typically have their children in local schools. More often It is a myth that using a solarium is a safe Take over-the-counter pain-relieving  higher in alpine regions than at sea way to tan. Solarium tans offer no than not, their partners also work in Canberra. Staff surveys show that only a small medication, if necessary. level. Snow is also very efficient at protection against genetic damage to skin number of these highly employable people are prepared to make the move. Keep out of the sun until your skin has reflecting UV radiation. cells, which can occur without burning. completely healed. In addition to the $26 million of taxpayers’ money Barnaby Joyce intends to spend on his Due to the associated health risks, Peeling sunburnt skin What many people assume is 'windburn' pork barrel, the Agriculture Minister is now throwing more money at the project in the commercial solariums have been banned There's no cream or lotion that will stop is actually sunburn. While wind can dry form of incentives for staff. It’s not likely to be enough to make them change their in Victoria since January 2015. Prior to burnt skin from peeling off. This is part the skin, it doesn't burn. minds. the ban, it was estimated that each year in of the natural healing process. When skin A tan doesn't protect against skin and The chemicals and pharmaceutical companies aren’t happy either. Along with the farm Australia, 281 new melanoma cases, 43 is peeling:  melanoma-related deaths, and 2,572 new eye damage, or the risk of skin cancer. peak groups, they have been highly critical of the move. Given the companies operate in  Resist the temptation and don't pick at huge international markets, some may simply decide that the Australian regulatory cases of squamous cell carcinoma were Babies under 12 months should not be attributable to solarium use. the skin. Allow the dead skin sheets to regime is just too difficult to justify what is a relatively small market. That decision detach on their own. exposed to direct UV and should be well UV and vitamin D protected from the sun. Always try to would be a very harmful one for our farmers in particular. The sun's UV radiation is the major cause  Remove detached skin carefully and keep babies and children in the shade It doesn’t end there. If a local farmer wants to export a product, he or she will need to of skin cancer and the best natural source slowly. Don't rip skin sheets off or you and use clothing to cover most of their demonstrate to the destination country that the food is free of harmful chemical of vitamin D, which is needed for strong risk removing more skin than you body. Use small amounts of residues. The APVMA plays a role there too. So export opportunities could also be bones and overall health. In Victoria, it is intended. child-friendly sunscreen on uncovered adversely affected. important to take a balanced UV approach Apply antiseptic cream to the newly areas such as the face and hands when- Last year, Barnaby Joyce was forced to commission an independent cost-benefit analysis to reduce the risk of skin cancer, while revealed skin to reduce the risk of ever children are exposed to the sun. getting some exposure to help with on the move. In short, infection. Where to get help it spelt out the mad- vitamin D levels. Treatment for severe sunburn Your doctor FORDY’S Mechanical & Electrical Daily sun protection times See a doctor or seek treatment from the  ness of the reloca- UV radiation levels vary depending on nearest hospital emergency department if Pharmacist tion. Sadly, the the location, time of year, time of day, you experience: Minister and his Prime s cloud coverage and the environment. Sun Cancer Council 13 11 20 for Minister have ignored  severe sunburn with extensive protection is recommended whenever UV information and support. its findings and for levels reach 3 or higher. blistering and pain Multilingual Cancer Information Line many months, refused To find out when you do and don't need  sunburn over a large area of skin sun protection at your location, check the Tel. 13 14 50 to release it. daily sun protection times, available as a  headache Things to remember So why is this happen- free SunSmart app, online at SunSmart on ing? Because Barnaby  nausea and vomiting Sunburn can occur in less than 15 Lic No: MVRL52182 the Bureau of Meteorology website, in the minutes and, depending on the severity, Joyce struggles to weather section of newspapers, or as a  fever can take a few days or weeks to heal. secure the votes he  Vehicle servicing all makes free website widget. needs in Armidale to  dizziness or altered states of There is no cure for the symptoms of Treatment for sunburn retain his seat in including 4WD There is no cure for the symptoms of consciousness. sunburn except time and patience. Sunburn prevention is best Parliament – the town  Vehicle air conditioning repairs & sunburn except time and patience. Mild sunburn can be treated at home, Treatment aims to help manage the Suggestions on how to avoid getting he wants to host the but severe and blistered sunburn needs servicing symptoms while the body heals. sunburnt include: APVMA and Malcolm prompt medical attention. Suggestions include: Turnbull is desperate  Don't assume that sun exposure is safe Rego inspections including gas Excessive exposure to UV damages the to keep his leadership  Drink plenty of water, because when you can't feel it sting your skin – skin permanently and may cause skin even at the expense of (LPG) vehicles spending time in the sun can lead to that sting or bite is heat, not UV cancer, including dangerous malignant dehydration as well as sunburn. radiation. If you're not sure, don't human and animal  Blue slips chance it – check the sun protection melanoma. health, plant health and  Gently apply cool or cold compresses,  Diesel specialist times for your location. Each time you expose your skin to UV the health of our or bathe the area in cool water. UV radiation levels aren't linked to radiation, you increase your risk of environment.  Mowers, brush cutters & all small  Avoid using soap as this may irritate developing skin cancer. temperature. 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homebuyers by 50 per cent to elevate ourselves and the process. signature on the change of for the purchase of a The journey to increase industry by raising our “The proposed reforms will bank details form which residential property less professional standards in standards of education and establish a path for the they had to fill in to update than $1 million. the real estate industry is lifting the level and value of future for the industry by it. “We also urge her to underway after agents the raising standards of The only solution to avoid provide the ability to pay recognised that it was the advice and services we education, improving skills falling victim is to be the stamp duty over time in way forward at the Real provide to our clients,” Mr and professionalism whilst vigilant. I recommend what will help to ease the Estate Institute of New Cunningham said. maintaining appropriate installing a lock on your housing affordability crisis South Wales’ fourth A critical part of being a consumer protections. letter box to avoid your that we are experiencing. annual Industry Summit last professional is to be “Importantly these were personal details being News “REINSW proposes a one month. well-educated. REINSW developed in close stolen, and destroy any off 50 per cent concession REINSW President John and other industry bodies partnership with REINSW. letters with your details on for the over 65's up to $1 Cunningham said over 100 have played a major role in As a big body representing them prior to putting in the million, another step that delegates gathered at the encouraging the NSW State tens of thousands of agents bin. will also help to get the Sydney Opera House on 24 Government to increase across the state it was vital supply chain moving. Be cautious November 2016 to discuss education standards in that this journey was taken “Premier Berejiklian and and debate ‘The Path to NSW. This advocacy has step by step with REINSW. when buying to her government will see a Professionalism’. resulted in the release of a “We want agents trained in $4 billion surplus for 2016– property modify “Over the last 20 years, proposed set of reforms that NSW to be the most 2017. By cutting stamp Many people decide to buy we’ve allowed our are going to help transform qualified and highly “The NSW duty we are not asking a property not based on its education standards to the real estate industry. regarded in the nation and government government to reduce its current condition, but its slip,” he said. “At the same Minister for Innovation and these reforms will ensure has seen revenue, to the contrary we future potential. time, we’ve seen the Better Regulation Victor that our state produces the windfall after believe, based on the Although this is a smart complexities surrounding Dominello in his keynote highest quality agents windfall in experiences in other states, move when looking to the real estate transaction address to the Summit said anywhere in the nation,” recent years and it is time that a reduction in the maximize your investment, increase exponentially, and the real estate sector is a Minister Dominello said. New premier to give back. We urge Pre- stamp duty rate will it is not always as simple as every day we’re faced with very vital cog in [the needs to mier Berejiklian to generate additional market Be on your guard it sounds. consumers who have higher government’s] ongoing recognise that stamp duty activity. Often people will decide to review stamp and higher expectations. success in NSW. against identity has not been reviewed for “To further support supply put in a swimming pool or “This means that the real “Government is investing in duty 30 years. and affordability we call on fraud add another story on the estate industry is a target the real estate sector “It’s time for a Premier to the new premier to make By Tim McKibbin – house to mirror a property for a disruptive takeover by because we recognise its A review of tax system step in and take charge. We amendments to planning REINSW CEO up the road. a technology-led company. value to the broader including stamp duty believe that Gladys laws, to bring back a SEPP A recent report released by However making modifica- One of the key things that economy,” Minister should be the first point of Berejiklian has the for Dual Occupancy. This the Minister for Justice tions or alterations to a we can do to counter the Dominello said. “We are business for newly potential to be the Premier will provide the middle ring revealed that identity crime property will invariably threat of disruption is to going to invest in appointed premier Gladys who leads NSW into a suburbs of Sydney with part is one of the most common require council approval start thinking of ourselves partnering with you through Berejiklian, according to future where property of the solution to this major crimes in Australia and has and satisfy other legal con- differently – not as an changes to education, the Real Estate Institute of consumers aren’t being issue. an estimated annual ditions such as permits industry, but as a profession training and professional New South Wales. ripped off by outdated “We look forward to economic impact of over where necessary. and be the solution and not standards. REINSW President John stamp duty brackets. working Premier $2.2 billion. The cost of these improve- just part of the problem.” “We need to ensure our Cunningham said former “Premier Berejiklian can Berejiklian and helping One of our members was ments can also often exceed Mr Cunningham said the agents across the state are premier Mike Baird had lead NSW into a future support those who choose recently defrauded of your expectations once desire to become a the absolute best in the taxation reform on his were incentives for first to live in NSW, the nation's nearly $1,500 after everything has been fac- profession and, more nation to help ensure our agenda. homebuyers purchasing best performing economy,” receiving a request by tored in. importantly, to be viewed booming economy stays “It's time for his successor existing properties* are Mr Cunningham said. email from a landlord to This is why it is always by consumers as a strong.” to deliver something back reinstated. We call on change their bank details. important to carry out full Path to profession is palpable. He added that it is critical to property consumers,” Mr Premier Berejiklian, as It only later transpired that investigation on any pro- “The power is in our own that consumers have Cunningham said. “A leader of the NSW professionalism someone had hacked into posed changes before you hands and the direction we certainty that suitable quali- review of the tax system is Government to reduce commences the landlords email account buy, to make sure you don’t take is our choice. It is time fied agents are necessary immediately. stamp duty for first managing this important and also duplicated their end up disappointed.

Keeping our communities cleaner and greener THE NEWS No. 446 TUE 31 Jan 2017 ͽ 11 Cessnock City Council welcomed greener alternatives to traditional plastic bags often used by pet owners to pick up after their pets. Ranger Team Leader, Kurt Livens said Cessnock City Council is trialling the eco-friendly bags and is offering a free roll at Customer Service to residents when they register their dog. “Scooping poop is just one of many everyday responsibilities you take on when being a pet owner”. “We have been working hard to get this message across to the community and are really pleased so many members of the community are doing the right thing”. “Now we are letting residents know there are ways they can keep the community clean and help the environment”. “We understand some pet owners don’t like using single use plastic bags to clean up after their pet because of environmental concerns”. “There are other options available and biodegradable products are becoming increasingly easier to find but it is important to do some research to find the most suit- able product for you”. “This trial is about increasing community awareness about more environmentally friendly pet care products that are now available,” said Mr Livens. Residents are encouraged to consider these alternative bags due to the impact single use plastic bags pose to our local environment. Cessnock City Council is also reminding residents that they have a role to play in taking care of the community and on the spot fines apply to pet owners who do not scoop their pets poop.

Funding for Floodplain Management gives Homes a Lift

Cessnock City Mayor, Councillor Voluntary House Raising Scheme, Bob Pynsent welcomed funding which offers financial help to raise from the Office of Environment & homes to reduce the threat of Heritage for flood studies, floodwater. investigation, design and the “The scheme provides assistance to Voluntary House Raising Scheme. cover two thirds of the cost of “As we have seen in recent years, structural changes to the property,” flooding is a significant threat to Cr Pynsent said. many areas of the Cessnock local The funding pool for the Voluntary government area and this funding House Raising Scheme is managed will bolster our efforts to better by Office of Environment & mitigate flood risk in our Heritage and is offered to flood community,” affected “The funding received for the Greta communities state- flood study and investigation and wide. design work in South Cessnock Cessnock City exceeds $160,000”. Council will now “This will enable Council to work with the Office continue with the background of Environment & studies and implementation Heritage to required to manage local determine which floodplains and alleviate risk to areas and public safety and damage to properties meet the properties and infrastructure”. required criteria to “I also encourage the owners of qualify for the homes at risk to consider the scheme. Branxton & Vineyards Real Estate

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4938 3300 12 ͽ THE NEWS 446 WEDNESDAY 31 JANUARY 2017 Thomas arrives LIONS to LAMBS A big ‘thanks’ to the Coalfields Classic & Enthusiasts Motor Cycle Club

The residents of Lambs Valley were treated to an odd arrival when a miniature house was sighted in transit down Lambs Valley Road. This was an exceptional Christmas NOW OPEN present from the East Maitland Greta Museum’s Lions Club to Kate Mathews who Old Style New won the Lions Cubby House raffle. The Leo’s annual Cubby Wares The members of the year & presented the House raffle has been operating Branxton Greta Men’s Shed cheque to Shed members. & Sweet Shop for seventeen years. This project would like to thank very The Men’s Shed is open on alone has raised over $170000 for Great for gifts or much the members of the Wednesday & Friday charity. Well done the Leo’s. just to indulge Coalfields Classic & mornings so if anyone Enthusiasts Motor Cycle would like to call in for Club for their kind donation smoko you are welcome. Libby Royston from Libbys Thomas The Tank Engine Any profit goes back to Greta Tidy Towns of $500.00. ☺Photo above: Kevin Bell, Family Home Daycare for her daycare centre & ☺ Lions Club members: Gary Parsons, Open most Saturday’s & Wedbnesday’s Treasurer Gary Lowe President of the BGMS, at right asked the Branxton Greta they certainly came up with David Maddison (Pres), Les Rush & Trevor attended the Men’s Shed on thanks Gary Lowe for their very Mens Shed to be make a the goods! What a result. Smith High Street, Greta the last day of our 2016 generous donation. BRANXTON & VINEYARDS REAL ESTATE For Sale P:P: 49384938 33003300

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BRANXTON & VINEYARDS REAL ESTATE P:P: 49384938 33003300 Markets back for 2017 THE NEWS Issue 446 TUESDAY 31 JAN 2017 ͽ 14 St Brigid’s Markets at Branxton is a monthly market run by volunteers of the Catholic Church, located Building the Future of Waste Management in the beautiful grounds of the Old St. Brigid’s School Grounds in Station St, Branxton, operating on 3rd Sunday Monthly from 9.00am to 1.00pm. A local based commu- nity market, and while we may not be the big- gest market, at present, approx 50 stalls, we have the advantage of our unique location, been being near the Expressway within the vineyards which are popular with locals and visitors. In the market you will find a quality mix of handmade original and commercial products sourced Cessnock City Council has and more resource recovery flow with slip lanes locally. You will always awarded the construction and recycling opportunities”. around individual find a friendly face in contract for the new Transfer “During the construction phase drop off areas our market place!! Station at the Waste there will be ongoing changes  Sealed, undercover load/ Management Centre. at the Waste Management unload area Cessnock City Mayor, Centre, it is recommend people A separate road network Councillor Bob Pynsent said allow a little extra time when for operational vehi- construction of a new waste visiting the facility. We thank cles facility at the Waste you in advance for your Disposal of metals and grass Management Centre will begin patience,” Cr Pynsent said. clippings will remain free of in early January. The new Waster Transfer charge in accordance with the “The new facility forms stage Station will feature: 2016/17 financial year fees and one of multiple upgrades  A series of drop off areas charges. planned at the site and marks for disposal of different recy- A new garden organics the start a new era of waste clable materials including oil, collection is scheduled to start management in our local green waste, masonry, steel, in March 2017 and the new government area”. mattresses, e-waste , paints, Waste Transfer Station is “It will deliver our community oils and batteries scheduled to be complete with a modern facility that has Ease of one way traffic before the end of 2017. increased safety, convenience Climate facts for Australia 2016

On the Move Cessnock City Mayor, Councillor Bob Pynsent congratulated Kyle Simpson on the completion of his work experience with Cessnock City Council. “For the past two school terms, Kyle a student from Mount View High School has worked with our Parks Maintenance team”. “Kyle is a wonderful young man who has embraced his work experience and showed real commitment to his role at Council”. “It is a testament to his character and determination that he has been able to over- come his disability to become such a valued member of the team”. “It has been a privilege to work with Mount View High School to host Kyle’s work experience and a big thank you to Kyle for all his hard work over the past few months,” Cr Pynsent said. Julie Myers, Mount View High School Head Teacher Wellbeing said the Parks Maintenance team’s support of Kyle has been outstanding, giving him a comfortable environment to learn and actively become involved in the tasks required. “We hope to continue this partnership with Cessnock City Council into the future,” Mrs Myers said. During his work experience, Kyle has become particularly proficient on the ride on lawn mower, helping the Park Maintenance team to keep the local government area neat and tidy.

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It also feels very much like McNab is scrupulously fair with come F: 4938 3301 his retelling of facts, and entrenched. sometimes understandably M: 0412 566 041 How back- REVIEW - ROGER ROGERSON acerbic in his observations. grounds and E:[email protected]: www.domain.com.au BY DUNCAN MCNAB There was never any doubt stories can in this readers mind about be built by Only now, with the court's book: 'I've been following which was which. individuals, verdict of murder, can Roger Rogerson's career - The book ROGER and many stories about Roger on both sides of the law - ROGERSON also answered conflated by Rogerson be told. for over 30 years. He's one a heap of questions that others for Duncan McNab was in the of the most corrupt and evil were in this reader's mind their own courtroom for eighteen men in Australian criminal when the charge of murder ends (there's weeks, from the beginning history, and finally the full was first announced. It was a piece of of the trial, and has build on story can be told.' hard to believe that some- political the insight he has from the body as wily and cunning expediency research into his previous Even if you've only had a as Rogerson would have Ҩ Author Duncan McNab here that book on Rogerson, The very fleeting interest in the been so easily caught out in should not Dodger, and from close goings on of one of such a murder. It was even and the ease with which have come as a particular observation of the Sydney Australia's most (in)famous harder to believe that they seemed to have been surprise, but was still crime scene for many years. cops, then ROGER McNamara - who spent identified as potential nonetheless startling). It's Duncan is a former police ROGERSON is going to be years styling himself as a suspects in this crime. It also a telling take on detective, private an extremely intriguing crusading ex-cop, seems that Rogerson might "celebrity crime" - criminals investigator, investigative read. Whilst it's the story of committed to exposing have been a handful in his who are urban legends, or in journalist and media adviser the man, and the myth that paedophilia, virulently day, but technology and this case, a corrupt and very to government and the developed around him, it's anti-drugs was somehow conceit combined to make dodgy cop who built private sector. Quite also an important reminder involved in a drug deal the untouchable very himself into an urban simply, he knows more of how that sort of myth gone wrong. Stories of his vulnerable. legend, allowing everybody about Roger Rogerson than building can skew law, researching a book seemed This is a book that provides to conveniently ignore the anyone else alive. order and society thin to say the least, but the a lot of valuable and telling damage and carnage left in Author Duncan said of the behaviour. For all the "bit gobsmacking bit was his insights. Into corruption his wake. trial and the writing of the of a rogue / hail fellow well hero-worship of Rogerson and how easily it can be- 3.5/5 Making the Hunter a world class Events Destination Tourism Hunter, the Hunter Region’s peak tourism organisation today announced, in conjunction Has your phone with the Hunter Joint Organisation of Councils, the launch of a process to help cement the Hunter Region as one of Australia’s premier Regional Events destinations. stopped ringing? The process – the centrepiece of which will be the development of a major events infrastructure audit and long term strategy – will examine every aspect of events creation and management and will lead to the creation of infrastructure, systems, resources, skills and bids processes so that every event opportunity is identified, effectively pursued and the benefits accruing from it maximised. Major focus will be given to the removal of duplication of effort and to the elimination of barriers so that resources and time can be strategically directed towards determining what the Hunter needs to position itself to secure and retain nationally and internationally significant events. The Strategy will be multi-faceted and will address the full spectrum of sporting, cultural, community, health, education and business sectors. In speaking to the Audit and Strategy, the Chair of Tourism Hunter, Will Creedon, said, “For many years Tourism Hunter has led the way for the tourism industry in the Hunter through research, marketing and development. We have worked in partnership with local government, local tourism operators and other stakeholders to steer the way forward and drive sustainable financial benefit from local, domestic and international tourism.” He added, “The Hunter Region will shortly become part of a State Government initiated Destina- tion Network - “Destination Network Sydney Surrounds North” - involving Western Sydney, the Blue Mountains, the Central Coast and the Hunter. In the context of this change the Board of Tour- You need to advertise ism Hunter has determined, given the critical role Events play in the Visitor Economy, that there could be no better “Tourism Hunter” legacy for our region than the funding of an Regional Events your business Strategy and Audit that will tell us what events are already occurring in our Region, what events could be drawn here and what we need to do to ensure that our bids are successful, that our econ- omy prospers through event visitor expenditure and that our communities benefit in the long term from expanded facilities, enhanced social environments and expanded employment opportunities.” Call Mike at Mr Creedon’s sentiments were echoed by the Chair of the Hunter Joint Organisation of Councils and the Mayor of Cessnock City Council, Cr Bob Pynsent. Cr Pynsent said, “In the Hunter we are justly proud of the many and varied events that take place ‘The News’ throughout our region and we recognise that, through events, we have the opportunity to create a more cohesive and effective region and a more viable and rich visitor economy. The Hunter Joint Organisation of Councils welcomes Tourism Hunter’s funding of a Regional Events Strategy and 4938 1773 Audit and we are delighted that the Hunter Joint Organisation of Councils will be project managing the initiative on Tourism Hunter’s behalf.” A representative steering group will be formed to assist in management of the project and a nation-wide consultant selection process undertaken. The Audit and Strategy are due for completion by the second quarter of 2017. 17 ͽ THE NEWS No. 446 TUESDAY 31 JANUARY 2017 opportunity with been exploring water with Indonesia’s popular News different objects and lifestyle channel, MNC vessels. Filling, pouring, Lifestyle, who will travel floating, sinking and with celebrity actor Ibnu splashing are all elements Jamil. The show will film of maths and science and travel content with the are just some of the skills celebrity guest and host. and critical thinking the The episodes aired over the children are engaged in Christmas/New Year’s whilst they participate in break and estimated to have water play. Our nursery an audience reach of friends are also learning to 3 million+. share not only equipment Destination NSW Ying but space as well, they are This traffic control is including key media from Shan Tsui, Reporter for taking turns and using required due to different the USA, Indonesia and the Sing Tao Daily in language with each other construction methods being China. Combined, the China - and their educators and used by Cessnock City media visits could above all they are having Council i.e. full pavement construction. potentially reach over 10.5 fun and enjoying the time The Southern 4km of the million people via video, spent together. television, social media and project where a lot of Our toddler and preschool magazines. vineyards are located (from the friends recently used their LGA border between The Hunter Valley Wine Within the Media imagination and creative with Jo Thomas, General Singleton and Cessnock City and Tourism Association is operations, the flagship thinking to plan and Manager HVWTA Councils until Ironbark Hill working closely with publication is the renowned coordinate a bike wash just Road) was asphalted and fully Destination NSW and Chinese international Update on $17.1 million completed before the like the cars use! With Tourism Australia to newspaper Sing Tao Daily, Hermitage Road Upgrade Christmas break. This will some careful planning and continue to encourage more which is one of the world's and Cycleway Project reduce the impact on the assistance from their media visits to the Hunter most widely read Chinese Greta Tillys children have the opportunity to share an Cessnock and Singleton wineries in this area. From educators we were able to Councils have ensured the January to July 2017, we will Valley region. newspapers. been enjoying lots of water experience with peers and open and operate ‘Tillys HVWTA that it is a priority to be working in the area North Media Visits over Headquartered in Hong play and the range of make connections and Bike Wash’. The children minimise the impact on of Ironbark Hill Road and the December and January Kong, Sing Tao Daily is experiences and skill contributions as well as could use the ride through visitors, businesses and Hunter Expressway under the included: also available in 16 development it encourages become confident and residences in Wine Country bike wash or opt for the above three conditions. Both Destination NSW overseas editions sold in and promotes. Water play involved learners. throughout the completion of Councils will continue to work hand detailed bike wash. TravelZoo Media Group - over 100 cities worldwide. allows children to explore a the $17.1 million Hermitage with residents when The nursery children have The children worked Travelzoo filmed a piece on Readership 200,000 – substance and make Road Upgrade and Cycleway scheduling works in front of together, negotiating, Hunter Valley for 400,000. Editorial to appear discoveries about it. Project. 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Again many social channels promoting Chinese media visited the The children use their During workdays (Monday to ahead and weather permitting, science and maths NSW and to the Travelzoo Hunter Valley region last imagination and Friday, including selected all onsite construction works concepts were explored blog platform. It will also week as part of Sydney develop creative Saturdays): One way traffic should be complete in July and practiced and past the immediate 2017. include a piece for Virgin Festival. The media thinking which leads educators used the construction zones, with An Influx of Media Visits Australia. Estimated reach familiarisation was secured to problem solving opportunity to ask traffic control in place to Hunter Valley Wine 7 million views per month by Destination NSW in skills being intentional questions (typically traffic lights). Country to their blog. partnership with Sydney developed. 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I Don’t Have Time! Or do I? “Everything changed the day she figured out there was exactly enough time for the important things in her life.” - Brian Andreas “I don’t have time” is the number one reason people give for not exercising. This was confirmed in a recent study by AUSPLAY which reported that for adults up to middle-age, time pressure is by far the main barrier to participating in sport or physical activity. The next top four factors affecting involvement in physical activity were age (people thought they were too old), too lazy (at least they were honest?!), poor health, or injury, and they don’t like sport or physical activity. What does “I don’t have time” really mean? I recently read an advanced copy of a book with exactly that title and it describes how being busy has almost become a badge of honour. When I ask someone I haven’t seen for a while how they have been, I am often told “Oh I am so busy. I don’t know if I am coming or going”. I am regaled with descriptions of the daily schedule of going to work, driving kids to school and sporting commitments, and how “life gets in the way”. I have one friend with two primary school aged children each of whom have at least one after school activity every day (and sometimes two activities) as well as team sport on Saturday and Nippers on Sunday. I know many other parents, women especially, who forego their own physical pursuits in favour of taking their children to rehearsals, dance classes and football practice, and horse riding lessons. At this time of year the excuse for not having enough time is “it’s too close to Christmas” or “it’s the holidays, it will be easier when the kids are back at school”. Regular exercise programs fall by the wayside in favour of Christmas shopping, cleaning the house in preparation for an onslaught of visitors, or generally relaxing. Interestingly, the top five factors which motivate people to participate in physical activity were (per the AUSPLAY study) physical health/fitness, fun and enjoyment, social reasons, weight control, and psychological reasons (ie to improve mental health). or pay on the day but please let us know you arte coming So if there are all these great reasons to get involved in physical activity, and time availability is the number one factor stopping us, how can we “make time”? How can you manage your hectic schedule and the never ending “to do” list without feeling guilty about neglecting other aspects of your life? Step 1 – Make a list Write down everything you regularly do during the week – use your diary as a memory jogger and include the regular things you do which you don’t normally write down, like getting the kids ready for school, cooking dinner, buying groceries (including how many times a week you go to the supermarket). Remember to include any regular exercise you already do each week, like go for a walk or play tennis with your friends. Step 2 – Cross out everything that is not essential How many of the things in your weekly schedule are “must do” (like go to work) and how many things take up your time without you realising it? Family commitments, housework, social media, attending meetings, reading emails, sending texts, watching TV – the list of responsibilities and Greta Branxton distractions is endless. There are hundreds of reasons we cannot find time to exercise – just ask me, I’ve heard a lot of them, and I’ve even used some Colts would like myself! to invite those Only you can decide what is essential and what isn’t. Going to work, spending time with your partner or making sure the kids get to school on time interested in are very important. Spending an hour on Facebook after dinner may not be. junior coaching The most important part of this step is to own your decisions – once you decide to keep something in your schedule (eg going out to buy lunch instead of packing a sandwich and using the time instead to go for a walk), you must accept it - no more using that activity as an excuse not to exercise! roles for the 2017 Step 3 – Decide what you can delegate season to apply. If you have a family, this may require some discussion with your partner or children. The Colts extends Do you still pack the kids lunches for them even though they are now old enough to do it themselves? Perhaps you drive them to school because they this invitation to are always running late for the bus? Are you the person who always hangs out the washing (or, worse RE hangs it!) because you are the only one who local persons to be a part of and help the club in any does it the “right” way? Can someone else in your family cook dinner (even if it is just baked beans on toast sometimes)? However you do it, decide way possible. Those interested please ring Andrew what can be delegated, and don’t fall back on habitual assumptions. Make sure you talk to other people before you rule out delegation as an option. I have always found that if I explain why I want to delegate, the people in my life are understanding and supportive. Besides, hanging out the washing on 0402426642 or contact the club at: (even if it is a bit lopsided) and being on time to walk to the bus are great “life skills” to teach your children – you will be doing THEM a favour! [email protected] Step 4 – Put exercise into your schedule Now you have cleared some time in your diary, write in what you are going to do instead. Are you going to go the gym? Maybe go to an outdoor fitness class? Perhaps you can do that Yoga video you have had sitting near the TV since last Christmas? Or maybe you will finally accept the invitation to go walking with friends? Whatever you decide, make sure you commit to it. Put it in your diary and treat it like any other appointment. Step 5 – Find the right time to exercise Personally, I prefer the morning. There are fewer interruptions at 6am! But my two exercise passions are horse riding and running – two things which it is best to do when it is cool. I also run some fitness classes at the park at 6AM, and as they fit into the “essential activity” category, they take priority. So I have a morning schedule for riding the horses and I run in the afternoon or evening (when I am not running a class). Alternatively I run or walk during the day, even though it is not my preferred time. If it is particularly hot, I make sure I take appropriate precautions when I exercise – like drinking lots of water, exercising in the shade, or putting ice in my drink bottle! Once I have made time to exercise, I don’t want any other excuses getting in my way! Step 6 – Be prepared Do you have trouble getting out of bed to exercise in the morning? Or perhaps your emails keep you at your desk during your lunch break? To prepare for the morning, lay your clothes out the night before, so you know as soon as you wake up you are organised. When I was working full time I also packed my lunch the night before, usually while I was making dinner. That way I could ride two horses in the morning, have a quick shower, get my son off to school, grab my lunch and head out the door to work. Another time saver is making meals which can be put in the fridge to eat later in the week. My personal favourite is a large quiche – great for lunches as well as dinner! Step 7 – Stick to your plan It’s easy for excuses or “non-essential” activities to creep in and stop you from doing your chosen exercise. Stand firm, to yourself and to others. Remind yourself why exercise is important to you, and remember that your family has taken some of the load off you so you CAN go to the gym or a run. How will they feel if you fill the time doing something which is not exercise related? Step 8 – Enlist support Tell your friends and family what you are doing and why, and ask them to help you. It also helps to have an exercise buddy, someone who is relying on you to show up at the appointed time, and who won’t let you off the hook. If you don’t have a like-minded friend, join a group (I have written before about how joining a running group has helped keep me motivated and accountable), or commit to an organised fitness class. The trainer is paid to keep you interested and motivated, and it takes the pressure off you to plan what you are going to do each exercise session. Emma Grey, co-author of “I Don’t Have Time” (http://idonthavetime.net/) , once told me – “you have the same number of hours in the day available to you as Albert Einstein or Marie Curie did – it’s up to you what you do with them”. So turn off the TV, put down your smart phone and get out there! Louise Cairns Fit for Life (Louise Cairns is a Personal Trainer and Motivational Coach who has lived in Branxton for 20 years, she has recently retired from a career with the Australian Government and set up her own Fitness and Coaching business, Louise Cairns Fit for Life. You can find out more at www.louisecairns.com.au) 21 ͽ THE NEWS No. 446 TUESDAY 31 JANUARY 2017 Detailed saleyard report

Whole farm planning workshop Manning Great Lakes February or March 2017 Hunter Local Land Services is seeking registrations of interest for a four-day Whole Farm Planning workshop in the Manning and Great Lakes region. Saleyard report - cattle Restore Regenerate Revegetate Details Singleton report date 25/1/17 Registration for the Restore, Regenerate, Revegetate Conference is now Yarding 610 ~ Change -75 (Comparison Date 18/1/17) open. Consignments eased marginally and the quality in the penning remained mixed. The Over five days in February 2017, you are invited to the University of New younger cattle made up the bulk, with the export drafts limited in supply. The usual England to contribute to our joint understanding of the challenges and suc- orders competed, as the younger steers sold to very strong competition. The over cesses in restoration, revegetation and reintroduction in a fast-changing 200kg vealer steers returned to the paddock lifted 15c ranging from 346c to 440c/kg. world, with some of Australia’s and the world’s leading practitioners, scien- The equivalent weighted heifer portion also to restockers and backgrounders struggled tists, consultants and advisers working restoring ecological processes, eco- to maintain similar prices and slipped 6c to average 362c after reaching 375c/kg. The yearling steers suitable for further systems and landscapes. finish lifted 11c across all categories, as the medium weights made from 320c to 370c, with the lighter end topping at 402c/ Register online to attend the Restore, Regenerate, Revegetate conference kg. The yearling heifers sold close to firm, with the majority entering the lighter categories, prices ranged from 310c to There is a special field day program for landholders as follows: 362c/kg. Prime conditioned younger drafts suited for the butchers topped at 375c/kg. Heavy weight grown steers to Tuesday 7 February – Single Day slaughter made from 265c to 280c, as the lighter end to the lot feeders topped at 340c/kg. The plainer cows struggled in the  Admission to the landholders symposium and other sessions competition and slipped 10c/kg, however yield and quality did slip, week-on-week. The 2 scores averaged 215c, with the better finished heavy weights averaging 229c/kg, close to equal to the previous market.  Admission to the industry demonstrations and trade exhibition  Morning and afternoon tea and lunch Scone report date 24/1/17 Wednesday 8 February – Single Day Yarding 1249 ~ Change –123 (Comparison Date 17/1/17)  Plenary presentations prior to excursion Numbers dropped with just over 120 fewer cattle yarded. There were less export cattle available, while well-bred grain assisted yearlings sold strongly. Medium weight  Admission to field excursion sites including transport vealer heifers sold cheaper as did medium weight yearling steers. One major processor  Morning and afternoon tea and lunch wasn’t operating, however the reduction in export numbers saw prices still improve up NB: Delegates registering as landholders are welcome to purchase tick- to 6c/kg. Light vealer steers returning to the paddock sold 11c dearer ranging from ets to the social functions via the registration form 386c to 428c and averaging 403c, the similar weight heifers followed a similar trend Please direct registration enquiries to New England Conference Company up 12c averaging 386c, after reaching 427c/kg. The 280-330kg yearling steers lifted 0408 668 664 or [email protected] 15c on average ranging from 320c to 398c to settle on 375c/kg. However, the heavier Whole farm planning workshop - part 1 weights eased 2c to average 351c/kg. Medium weight heifers returning to the paddock ranged from 320c to 377c, averaging 334c, up 5c/kg week-on-week. Medium weight D2 cows sold from 205c to 230c, up 6c, while the heavier better quality When ~ 9th Mar 2017 - 10th Mar 2017 cows ranged from 228c to 243c averaging 233c/kg. Good quality heavy bulls ranged from 200c to 235c/kg. Details Hunter Local Land Services is seeking registrations of interest for a four- TRLX Tamworth report date 23/1/17 day Whole Farm Planning workshop in the Manning and Great Lakes re- Yarding 1850 ~ Change +141 (Comparison Date 16/1/17) gion. Numbers showed a slight increase, with a good selection of yearling cattle penned. There was fair representation in all other The workshop will focus on farm management and farm resource manage- categories. The quality of the offering was generally good and well finished cattle were well supplied. A full field of buyers ment covering various topics, including: were in attendance. Market trends showed a little variation in the young cattle with light weight vealer and yearling steers  Understanding the farm landscape selling on a firm to cheaper market trend. A single line of heavy weight vealers steers to restock sold at above average  Setting landscape goals prices. Medium weight yearling steers to restock also sold on a firm to cheaper market trend while the heavy yearling feeder steers experienced little change. Light  Assessing your farm's resources and medium weight yearling heifers saw a firm to slightly dearer market trend for  Identifying issues and setting targets those to feed with their ability to lay down desirable fat cover in a shorter time frame, making them an attractive proposition compared to the steer portion. Reduced Strategies for farm improvement  domestic trade competition saw the well finished medium and heavy trade yearlings  Developing your farm plan record a cheaper trend. Heavy grown steers sold to a dearer trend with increased David Hardwick and his team from Soil Land Food will be presenting the demand. The cow market also attracted increased demand to show a firm to dearer workshop. market trend. There was little change on the best of the heavy weight cows however, those not quite as good improved by The four-day farm planning course is designed for managers and landhold- as much as 9c/kg. ers of medium to large properties, requiring detailed information to develop whole-farm plans for their business needs. A workshop cost of approximately $50 will include learning resources and an A1 colour map of your property showing contour lines which will assist Cattle projections with your farm plan. The four day workshop will be delivered in two separate two-day blocks on 9-10 and 30-31 March 2017. The workshop will only run if there is sufficient landholder interest. To register your interest or for further details or please contact Mitchell McGrath [email protected] or phone 0428 867 142.

-1800m, Group1 Juvenile Fillies) and Blood On The Track Mi Suerte (Pulpit, Formerly Racing & Breeding Brian Russell two wins 1400m- 1600m, won Group Bloodstock Media Service 3, Group1 fourth). The best in Europe Frankel to challenge racing who also has studs were Queen Kindly Galileo for classic in Ireland and Kentucky, (Rahy, 3 wins to 1207m, performers. Singleton’s celebrated (Lesley Moore) am doing and then go to ‘Select one supremacy missed the leading York Lowther Stakes-G2, There is extra interest in More Than Ready racemare without Brian knowing as I Category’ and tick’ FRANKEL, the 2008 European first season sire fourth Chevely Park the fortunes of Frankel in More Than Joyous and on think he deserves recogni- Associates’. Great Britain foaled son of title but two stakes winners Stakes-G1) and Frankuus Australia as he is being this breeding could be an tion for his services to the Name of the Person Galileo (Sadler’s Wells) in Japan helped him to this (Linamix, colt, 3 wins to mated each year to southern Australian classic prospect. Thoroughbred and Racing Proposed: and Kind (Ire), a Listed honour on worldwide 1800m, Chantilly Prix de time to a small number of Frankel has four lots, all Industry in NSW. Brian Russell winner by Danehill, who, earnings. He was also the Conde-G3, Haydock mares for Australian colts, in the Easter This is an initiative of the Relationship to the Person after winning all his 14 most successful first season Ascendant Stakes-L) and breeders. All produced in catalogue, products of Newcastle Jockey Club Proposed: starts,10 of them Group1, is sire in the northern Fair Eva (Observatory, 2 Australia, he supplied five Deedra (Zabeel) (a/c where there are four cate- Friend, Relative, admired as one of the hemisphere by stakes wins to 1207m, Ascot foals 2014 (current 2yos; Strawberry Hill Stud), Give gories where you can nomi- Acquaintance, Reader of world’s greatest racehorses winners. Princess Margaret Stakes- one exported to Japan), Me Five (Ger) (Monsun) nate Horses, Trainers, his Newsletter etc. of all time, showed signs Frankel’s statistics for his G3, 2nd Newmarket Rockel seven 2015 and four 2016. (Newgate Farm), Lovetorn Jockeys and Associates Details of the Person with his first crop of 2-year- year of representation are Stakes-G2, 3rd York None of his Aussies have (USA) (Giant’s Causeway) (which is where Brian sits). Proposed. olds in 2016 that he could 44 starters,18 winners of 31 Lowther Stakes-G2). raced yet, but the John (Glastonbury Farm) and If you go to I have taken some challenge his sire for classic races, seven others placed, Most of the runners by Singleton (Strawberry Hill Precious Lorraine (Encosta www.newcastlehunterhof.c information from Brian’s th supremacy this year. six Group race winners, all Frankel were by sires who Stud) bred and owned, de Lago) (Newgate Farm). om.au and select ‘Make a Newsletter of the 5 This resident in GB at the but one a filly, and earnings added stamina and quite a Waterhouse-Bott trained Brian Russell Nomination’. Go to Nomi- September 2016 to assist Juddmonte stud owned by in excess of $2million. His few were better racehorses filly Woman showed good nation Proposed by and fill you with this as some of the Prince Khalid bin Abdullah two Japanese runners were at distances beyond 1200m. promise when less than a Hunter Hall of out your details. For the things he has done may not of Saudi Arabia, a world Soul Stirring (dam by Both qualifications add up length fourth in a trial last Fame Nom number of nominations you be known to everyone. leader in breeding and Monsun, three wins 1600m to quality Frankel classic month. She is out of wish to make select ‘ONE’ This is something that I CONT NEXT PAGE

little interference to the division and achieving the and making new ones. chat about how Christmas LEE HUNT 43 PTS golf. Congratulations to Ivan ‘Score of the Day’. A well Congratulations to Barry and New Year was B GRADE RUNNER UP Harris and Gary Gazzard on done to all winners and Turner on winning his spent. Congratulations to STUART ROBINSON 40 winning the day and a well placegetters. division and achieving the Ivan Harris on winning his PTS C/B done to the placeget- Branxton Veteran Golfers “Score of the Day”. A well division and achieving the B GRADE THIRD ters. Results 29-12-16 done to all winners and “Score of the Day”, plus a PAUL BUSH 40 PTS Branxton Veteran Golfers Stableford placegetters. well done to all winners and C GRADE WINNER Results 22-12-16 Div 1 Winner B Turner 31 Branxton Veteran Golfers placegetters. EDWARD NEALE 44 PTS Stableford pts (SOD) R/u E Munzenber- Results 5-1-17 Branxton Veteran Golfers C GRADE RUNNER UP- rd Div 1 Winner G Beeton 35 ger 30 pts 3 G Gazzard 29 Stableford Results 12-1-17 STEVEN PRIMMER 43 PTS pts (c/b) (SOD) pts Div 1 Winner E Munzenber- 2 BBB C GRADE THIRD R/u R Williams 35 pts Div 2 Winner R Chalmers 30 ger 30 pts R/u K Anderson 1ST R Brooks and GEOFF JONES 40 PTS rd rd T Seamer 48.00 pts 3 J Vassar 33 pts pts R/u M Lutovac 29 pts 28 pts 3 G Gazzard 27 pts K Anderson 39 pts BALL COMP rd RESULTS NTPs Ladies R Friis Div 2 Winner I Harris 33 pts (c/b) 3 J Flynn 29 pts Div 2 Winner I Harris 36 pts 2nd J Atton and J Fynn 38 35 PTS rd Gents R Yandle (c/b) R/u P Tracey 33 pts 3 Ladies - Insufficient (SOD) R/u R Hebbe 35 pts pts (c/b) NTP rd Members draw - Not won. C Christie 31 pts numbers to form a division. 3 A Hackett 33 pts 3rd G Gazzard and C LAMB 97 CM Well! what a change in the Ladies Winner T Martin 34 NTPs Ladies M Hunt Ladies Winner T Martin 27 I Harris 38 pts (c/b) C LAMB 382 CM rd weather, from super hot to pts R/u S Williams 32 pts 3 Gents A Hackett pts R/u R McCarthy 25 pts 4th P Hocking and R HEBBE 175 CM rd what could be described as M Hunt 31 pts Members draw - Not won. 3 J Scobie 24 pts R Chalmers 38 pts D KINCH 268 CM Branxton Veteran Golfers ‘heavy drizzle’. It was good NTPs Ladies M Hunt With the festive season in full NTPs Ladies T Martin 5th T Martin and Peter Wilton once again Results 15-12-16 to see the smiles on the faces Gents G Beeton swing, some 29 players Gents R Hebbe L Bootes 37 pts played solid golf to win Sat- 2 Person Ambrose of the 30 players, who had Members draw - Not won. joined together to play a Members draw - Not won. NTPs Ladies N Craig urday’s A Grade Stableford st 1 I Harris and gathered in the refreshing An overcast sky with a gentle round of golf and enjoy our On a warm, overcast day 31 Gents B Payton with an excellent 41 pts, a par G Gazzard 44.1/4 pts conditions to compete in breeze was the order of the last golfing day for players gathered to Members draw - Won or better round from this nd 2 M Ford and Rod to-days event. Sure, now and day and the 40 players, who 2016. 2016 has been a participate in our first round An overcast, humid day talented golfer. Cameron Moylan 45.3/4 pts again an umbrella was gathered to play a round of successful year for Branxton of golf for the New Year, greeted the 38 players who Johanson finished runner up rd 3 B Payton and E Munzen- needed, (to keep the score golf, revelled in the Veteran golfers, who ! filled 2017. All members entered gathered for a round of with an outstanding 40 pts berger 47.00 pts card dry) along with a conditions, with some with excitement, are looking into the spirit of the occasion golf. Congratulations to after having a 68 off the stick th 4 J Flynn and jacket. But! A good day was creditable scores being forward to the New Year with some creditable scores Robert Brooks and Keith with 3 birdies and only one B Ward 47.3/4 pts had by all and judging by the gained. Congratulations to with hope and anticipation, of recorded. Back in the Anderson on winning bogey. Chris Zawirski fin- th 5 F Oakes and scores, the weather caused Gary Beeton on winning his catching up with old friends clubhouse there were lots of today’s event. ished third after his pleasing round of 38 pts. The winning Branxton Veteran Golfers Results 19-1-17 scores were low in all grades Stableford with Lee Hunt demolishing B Div 1 Winner K Anderson Grade with his 43 pts, with 31 pts R/u R Hebbe 30 pts Stu Robinson continuing his (c/b) 3rd M Ford 30 pts recent solid form finishing Div 2 Winner S Condran 34 runner up with 40 pts, with pts R/u B Smith 33 pts 3rd Paul Bush third on a count- R McMillan 31 pts back with 40 pts as well. Ed Ladies Winner M Hunt 34 Neale had the best stableford pts (SOD)(c/b) R/u R score of the day with an un- McCarthy 29 pts 3rd believable 44 pts, just defeat- T Martin 27 pts ing Steve Primmer’s 43 pts NTPs Ladies M Hunt and Geoff Jones third with 40 Gents P Tracey pts. Players needed 35 pts to Members draw - Not won figure in the ball competition, A much cooler, overcast day with the day’s DSR rating a was welcomed by the 36 67. The shot of the day be- players that turned up for a longed to Corey Lamb whose nd round of golf. Congratula- shot to the 2 finished tions to Margaret Hunt on only97 cms away—he also winning her division and had the nearest the pin on the th also achieving the ‘Score of 4 indicating the quality of the Day’. A well done to ball striking from this very other winners and talented young golfer. placegetters. BRANXTON GOLF CLUB BRANXTON GOLF SAT 31ST DEC CLUB –SAT 24TH DEC STABLEFORD STABLEFORD A GRADE WINNER Mitch A GRADE WINNER Butler 42 pts PETER WILTON 41 PTS A GRADE RUNNER UP A GRADE RUNNER UP- Cameron Johanson 40 pts CAMERON JOHANSON A GRADE THIRD Joshua 40 PTS Tracey 39 pts A GRADE THIRD B GRADE WINNER Ed CHRIS ZAWIRSKI 38 PTS Garland 42 pts B GRADE WINNER B GRADE RUNNER UP Barry Turner 37 pts c/b FROM PREVIOUS PAGE Brian Russell Hunter Hall of Fame Nom

He wrote: “My nostalgia at the closure of Racetrack flows from a ten year association I had with the magazine in my half century as a professional writer on thoroughbred breed- ing, a career which began in 1963 at NSW Country Life, a weekly stock journal now absorbed by The Land. In 1971 I moved to Racetrack as bloodstock breeding editor with the view to developing an extensive breeding section. In 1982 I established my own publication, The Austra- lian Bloodhorse Review, one which now has new owners and is the leading Australian breeding magazine under the name of Blue Bloods. I make a modest contribution to each monthly edition, but primarily concentrate on the production of my own publication “The Australian Thor- oughbred” (sent 24-30 times annually, by email, to over 3000 recipients in the breeding and racing industry) and Blood On The Track (sent weekly to over 70 media out- lets). The copy in Blood On The Track also appears in the Australian Thoroughbred and some of it on national breeding websites. I also distribute clients’ promotional material on its own or with the Australian Thor- oughbred. The Brian Russell publications are produced at my home office at 67 Brecht Street, Muswellbrook solely by myself except for part time office assistance by Lesley Moore, a friend of over forth years.” I do hope as many of you as possible nominate Brian for this honour as I feel he richly deserves it. Thank you to you all in advance. Lesley Moore.

Steve’s usual A GRADE WINNER TOM 3rd: Rod Moylan and Ian precise iron FOSTER 67 NETT C/B Barnes 48 pts tion from all should become a the Vets will play a 4BBB 37 c/b. Nearest-the Pins went play was evi- A GRADE RUNNER UP 4th: Stu Robinson and Troy Calendah event. Wednes- Stableford. Saturday 24th to Shawn Parish (3rd) Wade denced with his GREG GILLARD 67 NETT Hunt 48 pts day 14th December AThe December With the course Attewell (4th & 17th) Ben nearest the pin C/B 5th: Dave Kinch and Michael heat on Wednesday led to a in fine 'fettle' following the Bradley (8th) and David Peel on the 2nd. The A GRADE THIRD TROY Carling 46 pts small field of Ladies contest- Newton Classic many of the (10th). Next weeks event will round of the FELAN 68 NETT 6th: Gary Walsh and Robert ing the individual Stableford players cashed in with great be the Monthly Stroke day belonged to B GRADE WINNER Miller 45 pts with Lynette Russell winning scores on Saturday with rounds. Footnote: Ladies Darren Gilroy ROBERT HALE 65 NETT Singles Winner: Wayne the day from Kerrie-Anne Maitland visitor Peter Bell Summer Stableford competi- who won B Grade with an B GRADE RUNNER UP Oliver 42 pts Skinner. The Ladies will also leading the way and winning tion will resume this RESULTS outstanding 46 pts, a round DARREN GILROY 69 Runner Up: Murray Johan- have a rest this week with the A Grade with 44 points from Wednesday 4th January. he will certainly remember. NETT C/B son 42 pts Newton Classic running until Mark Harry with 42 points, Sunday 8th January The Lee Hunt finished with 45 B GRADE THIRD ERROL 3rd: Ian Barnes 41 pts Wednesday. Any Lady want- B Grade to Brad Burgess Weekly Challenge set the pts and would have been MUNZENBERGER 69 Nearest the Pins ing a hit this week will be with 40 from Brian Doherty tone for a week of great scor- very disappointed to finish NETT 2nd/11th: A Grade: Chris Cal- most welcome on Thursday 38 on countback and C grade ing on Hunter Valley Golf runner up after such an ex- C GRADE WINNER laghan B Grade: Dave Kinch with the Vets. Thursday to Brad Nicholson with 44 course with players reaping B GRADE THIRD Joseph cellent round, with Troy RONALD SMITH 69 NETT C Grade: No winner 15th December Most of the points from Mark Faulkner the benefits from the efforts Bereza 37pts Hunt third with his 42 pts. C/B 4th/ 13th: A Grade: Peter Vets field tee'd off in light on 37 points also on count- of greens staff hard work to C GRADE WINNER Rich- Col Hughes also had a round C GRADE RUNNER UP Wilton B Grade: Murray rain on Thursday morning back. Ball winners were ; maintain the playing surface ard Turnbull 41 pts c/b to remember winning C MICK LUTOVAC 69 NETT Johanson C Grade: No Win- will not many complaining David Condran v40, David with the extreme heat of C GRADE RUNNER UP Grade with 46 pts as well, C/B ner after the week's earlier heat Preece 40, Regan Powell 40, late.Jaye Stevens performed Geoff Jones 41 pts c/b just ahead of Justin Sauer C GRADE THIRD COL 9th/18th: A Grade: Gary Wil- and scores were quite good Phousang Sihapanya v38, best over the week with 45 C GRADE THIRD John Parr who also had a wonderful HUGHES 69 NETT ton B Grade: Robert Miller C despite the fact some of the Angello Korlevic 38, John points with Scott Conti run- 41 pts round of 44 pts, with Mi- BALL COMP ~ 73 NETT Grade: Kevin Walton showers became heavy. Mark Stewart 38, Shawn Parish ner up with 44 and consistent BALL COMP 36 pts chael Maddock’s 43 pts only NTP ~ D HOLLIS 99CM Longest Drives: Barrow to the win on count- 37, Bruce chambers 37, Brad Shawn Parish 3rd with 43 NTP A Henderson 36 cm S good enough for third, on a D HOLLIS 222CM D A Grade: Peter Wilton back to Wayne Berry after Duncan 36, Ben Bradley 36, points on countback. Ball Kearney 196 cm R Hale 202 day when 38 pts was needed GILROY 184CM B Grade: Daniel Turner both returned 41 points with Neil Feyn 36, John Stoja- winners were: Brad Moore cm D Kinch 365 cm to win a ball. K.Howard’s E GARLAND 85CM C Grade: Rob Watson Dave Fury also surviving a novski 36, Scott Jones 36, 43, Maclayne Hart 42, Regan The last game of the 2016 shot to the ninth which fin- Robert “Shirl” Miller played Ladies: Kerry O’Connell countback to take 3rd spot Troy Wallis 35 and Steve Powell 41, Jason Taylor v40, year continued the recent ished only a metre away his best round in about 5 The Branxton Pro Shop’s with 40 points. Ball winners Piggot 35 c/b. Nearest-the- David Condran v40, Simon excellent scores around the proved to be the shot of the years to win Saturday’s Christmas Golf Day proved were: Eric Smith 40, Greg Pins went to Angello Kor- Bellette 39, Nathan Sweeney tight Branxton circuit. Mitch day. Monthly Medal with an to be very popular with 66 Ireland 39, Dale Macklin- levid (3rd) Kevin Smith (4th) 39, Anthony Bower 39 and Butler won A Grade with a BRANXTON GOLF excellent 64 nett. His round players enjoying the shot gun shaw 39, Darrell Preston 39, Sue Peel (8th) Brad Burgess Brennden Dewson v38 c/ very impressive 42 pts, an CLUB –SAT 21st JAN reminded him of the “good start and the hot, tricky con- Greg White 39, Gary Mars- (10th) and Brian Doherty b Tuesday 10th Janu- excellent winning score in A STABLEFORD old days” before having some ditions. Tony Seamer and den 38, Ken Harris 38, (17th). Next Saturday's event ary Gary Arnold continued Grade. Runner Up was Cam- A GRADE WINNER Rod major surgery when he would Lee Jackson won the day Graeme Flynn 36, Brian will a Medley Stableford. his run of form to claim the eron Johanson who is starting Wilton 38pts consistently score around the with an impressive 50 pts, Doherty 35 and John Pascoe Friday 23th December The Tuesday Stableford with a to really hit his straps as he A GRADE RUNNER UP 80 mark. His win has been each winning a pair of golf 35 c/b. Nearest-the-Pins went Weekly Challenge concluded solid 40 points from Simon had a 3 under par score from Edward Barrett 37pts thoroughly deserved although shoes. Club Captain, Murray to Kevin Smith (3rd) Ray today with Christmas Day Clegg 39 getting the judges his new low handicap of one. A GRADE THIRD Lee his partner, Barney Walsh, Johanson, had an excellent Hodson (4th,8th & 10th) and falling on Sunday with nod over Grahame Mankelow His round included 4 birdies Heuston 36pts might be looking for a new day, finishing runner up with Graeme Flynn (17th). Next Shawn Parish claiming vic- who also returned 39 points and just one bogey—a great B GRADE WINNER Neil partner if he loses too many Rob Watson, with 49 pts, as week the Vets will play a tory with 44 points from also on countback. Ball win- round by anyone’s standards. Jordan 42pts strokes. Bobby Hale recorded well as finishing runner up in Medley Stableford. Satur- Bohdan Ling who carded 40 ners were: Wayne Cowan 39, Joshua Tracey was equally B GRADE RUNNER UP the day’s next best score of a the singles event with 42 pts day 17th December The rain points. Tuesday 27th De- Rick Turnchini 39, Chris impressive having 39 pts Harrison Skinner 41pts nett 65, good enough to take on his own—well done Muz! cleared away for the mem- cember Tom Bellamy won Edwards 39, Gary Thomas which would also equate to a B GRADE THIRD Troy out the B Grade Competition. Rod Moylan and Ina Branes bers and guests to play in the Tuesday Syableford on a 38, Scott Archibald 38, John sub-par round. Eddie Garland McCaw 39pts When I was commenting to finished third with 48 pts, ideal conditions with soft countback from Simon Clegg Stewart 37, Robert Dial v37, has enjoyed his golf of late C GRADE WINNER Troy him about how good the with Ian enjoying a great day greens leading to some fine after both had 42 point re- Rick Madden v37, Chris producing an excellent round Hunt 41pts course is at the moment, Bob out finishing third in the results. Consistent Graeme turns, Rex Talbot claimed Taggart 36, Hieu Le 36, of 42 pts to easily win B C GRADE RUNNER UP quickly agreed as he had just singles with 41 pts. Stu Rob- Flynn won A Grade with a the minor placing with 40 David Peel 36 and Matt Del- Grade. Barry Turner finished Mick Lutovac 39pts finished playing such an inson teamed up with the solid 40 points from David points. Ball winners were: force 35 c/b. Nearest-the-Pins runner up with his 37 pts just C GRADE THIRD Lee Jack- excellent round. Tom Foster ever improving Troy Hunt to Preece on 39, B Grade went Brad Burgess 39, Angello went to Ray Hodson (3rd) ahead of Joe Bereza. Local son 39pts has certainly enjoyed the finish 4th with 48 pts as well. to Ben Pickering with 40 Korlevic 38, Matt Gordon Robert Dial (4th,8th & 10th) Singleton High School BALL COMP ~ 33pts school holidays, regaining Watch out for Troy in the points from Nicholas Hain v38, Julie Van Den Berg 38, and Greg Ireland teacher, Richard Turnbull NTP some form to win A Grade new year as he has the ability and Simon Nicholson re- Ray Hodson 38, Steve (17th) Wednesday 11th showed that the school holi- D Hollis 242cm L Porter with a very sound 67 nett, on to lower his handicap quite turned 40 Points with Nicho- Rawlings 37, Byron Phillipe January The Ladies Summer days are agreeing with him 398cm T Seamer 6cm S a countback from Greg Gil- dramatically—he would be las getting the judges nod. 36, Troy Wallis 36, Ian New- Stableford went to Jill Rams- by having 41 pts to win the C Robinson 190cm lard with Troy Felan also an excellent 4 ball partner! Ball winners were: Simon ell 35 and Geoff Sweetman den with 36 points on count- Grade competition. He only Captain Murray set up the returning to form, third with Wayne Oliver won the sin- Clegg 39, Wayne Jenkin 39, 35 c/b. Nearest-the-Pins back to Sue Peel. The Sum- won on a countback from course with a little more his 68 nett score. Darren gles event with 42 pts, an Adrian Kent 38, Chris Con- went to Shawn Parish (3rd) mer Stableford format will Geoff Jones and John Parr difficulty on Saturday with Gilroy finished runner up in excellent score on any day nolly 38, Neil Day 38, Ben Dean Morison (4th) Ray continue next week. Thurs- who also had 41 pts. 36 pts pin positions well placed and B Grade with a 69 nett just defeating Murray Johanson Enright 37, Dean Morison Hodson (8th) and Tom day 12th January The Vets was needed to win a golf ball preferred lies only allowed in ahead of Errol Munzenberger on a countback. Joshua 37, Peter Milas 36, Peter Bellamy (17th) Thursday Stroke event went to David indicating that there were the fairway. Despite this the with the same score. Ronald Tracey had an eagle on the Puerta 36,Paul Bullock 36, 29th December The Vets Irwin with 63 net from Eric many good rounds of golf DSR was still a 68 with a Smith’s 69 nett score was just 16th, not surprising for a Tony Lamb 36, Tim Loner- 4BBB has been won by Smith 65and Garry Hedges produced on Saturday. The number of players still re- good enough to win C Grade golfer with so much ability. gan 36, Rob Flanagan v35, Wayne Berry & Darrell 66 net. Ball winners were: shot of the day belonged to cording excellent scores, with Mick Lutovac and Col Stu Robinson did the same Ken Smith 35, Ben Bradley Preston with 52 points from Steve Rawlings 67, Rex Tal- A. Henderson on the 2nd although only 33 pts was Hughes finishing with the last week, and he reminded 34, John Stewart 34, Bruce John Harrison & Brian Do- bot 68, John Stewart 68, which finished only 36 cms needed this week to win a same score. A 73 nett was me that I hadn’t mentioned Chambers 34 and Nathan herty on 50. Ball winners Dave Fury 68, John Carmody away. ball after last week’s 38 pts. needed to win a ball with a it—well done Stu for Sweeney 34 c/b. Nearest-the- were: John Stewart & 68, Wayne Drayton 69, STABLEFORD, 14th Rod Wilton did the best of DSR rating of 68, which was “regulation” eagle. Peter Pins went to Simon Nichol- Graeme Flynn 49, David David Peel 69, Paul Ireland January 2017 the A Graders winning the a little higher than the last Wilton had the longest drive son (3rd) Rob Flanagan (4th) Peel & Grahame Sheldon 47, 69, Graeme Flynn 70, Wayne A GRADE WINNER Chris stableford competition with a few weeks, mainly due to the in A Grade showing he can John Brown (10th) and Corey Ray Hodson & Ray Newton Berry 70 and Doug Wand 71 Zawirski 41 pts c/b well compiled 38 pts, just nature of stroke events and get it out there. Lamb (17th). Next Saturday's 45 and Eric Smith & Heinz c/b. Nearest-the-Pins went to A GRADE RUNNER UP ahead of the ever consistent the difficult set up of the HVGC Golf will be a Medley Stable- Kestermann with 44 on Wayne Cowan (3rd) David Stephen Kearney 41 pts local veteran Eddie Barrett course. The shot of the day Sunday 11th December The ford. countback. Nearest-the-Pins Peel (4th & 17th) Dave Fury A GRADE THIRD Lee with Lee Heuston third with no doubtedly belonged to Weekly Challenge has been Sunday 18th December went to Eric Smith (3rd) Rex (8th) and Darrell Preston Heuston 40 pts his 36 pts. Neil Jordan Eddie Garland whose shot to won by Grahame Mankelow With the Jack Newton Celeb- Talbot (4th) Graeme Flynn (10th). Next week the Vets B GRADE WINNER Darren played very solid golf to win the very difficult 13th finished with a great 44 point round rity Classic held over 3 days (8th) David Peel (10th) and will play a Medley Stable- Gilroy 46 pts B Grade with an excellent 42 only 85 cms away, with Dave from Steve Piggot who this week members competi- Brian Doherty (17th). Next ford. Saturday 14th Janu- B GRADE RUNNER UP pts, bringing back memories Hollis on fire on the par carded 39 points from his 8 tion was restricted to only 3 week the Vets will play a ary The great scores contin- Lee Hunt 45 pts of his old form as an A threes winning two nearest handicap. Tuesday 13th events beginning with the Medley Stableford. Satur- ued in the Saturday Medley B GRADE THIRD Troy Grader. He did this without the pins. Having just returned December The Tuesday Weekly Challenge which was day 31st December The last Stableford with Chris Ed- Hunt 42 pts holing big putts or playing from Victoria and having playing group were given a won by Shawn Parish with an competition of 2016 has wards claiming A Grade with C GRADE WINNER Col miraculous shots, he just played one of the better treat with the course set up as amazing 45 point round from been completed with some 44 points from Justin Preece Hughes 46 pts played solidly and consis- courses around at Sandhurst, 18 Par 3's with a Lunch deal Ian Taylor who had a great outstanding scores across all on 43 points, B Grade to C GRADE RUNNER UP tently all day, showing the home of the PGA of Aus- thrown in after the golf. 42 point round as grades. A Grade went to Todd Mitchell with 42 points Justin Sauer 44 pts glimpses of his ability. Harry tralia, I can honestly say that A countback was needed for well. Thursday 22nd De- Steve Piggot with 41 points on countback to Lachlan C GRADE THIRD Michael Skinner finished runner up the condition of the Branxton all placings with Rick cember Peter Munro pro- from Ben Bradley on 40, B Peacock also on countback Maddock 43 pts with a very leasing 41 pts greens at the moment are far Turnchini fairing best from duced one of his best rounds Grade to Col Bradley with and C Grade to Kevin Smith BALL COMP ~ 38 pts while Troy McCaw’s 39 pts better than their Victorian Brian Young and Chris after returning to the fairways 43 points with Maitlands with 43 points from Jeff NTP ~ S Kearney 214 cm was good enough for third. counterparts. It is a credit to Taggart after all had 47 net after a holiday break to claim Mark Curran runner up with Shanahan with 40 points. D Turner 277 cm K Howard Troy Hunt won C Grade with the local volunteers and returns. Ball winners were: the Vets Stableford with a 40 on countback and C Ball winners were: Na- 100 cm M Butler 416 cm his 41 pts, a score of which greenkeeper that the Branx- Matt Stafford 48, Ken Scott- solid 41 points from Ryan Grade to Scott Jones with the than Sweeney 42, Matt Del- All players enjoyed the Troy is capable each week. ton Greens are in such excel- Mackenzie 48, Paul Smith Wilson on 40 and John Stew- 'round of the day' 44 points force 42, Bruce Chambers excellent conditions on Satur- Mick Lutovac finished sec- lent condition, especially 50, Dean Morison 50, Rex art 3rd with 38 points. Ball with Mathew Merlo one shot 40, Adrian Russell day after the horrendous ond with his 39 pts with Lee with the hot, changeable Talbot 50, Grahame Sheldon winners were : Wayne Berry back in 2nd spot. Ball win- 40,Michael Chapman 40, weather from the previous Jackson third with the dame weather at the moment. 52, Scott Archibald 52, Ken 36, Ray Hodson 36, Ian New- ners were: Adrian Kent 40, David Peel 39, Angello Kor- few days. The course was score. Undoubtedly the shot Branxton Golf Club Results Wright 52, Angelo Korlevic ell 36, Graeme Flynn 36, David Peel 39, Brad Burgess levic 39, Colin Mills 39, John playing benignly due to the of the day belonged to Tony 2BBB Stableford plus Sin- 53, Jay Dunn 53, Gary Ar- David Peel 35, Brian Doherty 39, Dean Morison 39, Hieu Stewart 38, Tony Butler 38, extra run and preferred lies Seamer whose tee shot fin- gles in Conjunction nold 53, Greg White 53 and 35, Ken Harris 35, Kevin Le 39, Simon Nicholson 39, David Preece 38, Jodie Dunn through the green, resulting ished only 6 cms away on Branxton Pro Shop Christ- Garry Clarke 53 c/b. As the Smith 34 and Grahame Shel- John Stojanovski 39, Gerad 38, Adrin Kent 38, Graeme in a DSR of 66 for the day. the last—oh so close to that mas Golf Day course will be unavailable to don 34 c/b. Nearest-the-Pins Whitford 39, Tom Bellamy Flynn 38, John Parish 37, Chris Zawirkski won A elusive hole in one. 2BBB Winners: Tony the public next Tuesday due went to Lorraine Clack (3rd) 39, Rex Talbot 39, Grahame Steve Piggot 37, Gary Tho- Grade with a an excellent 41 STROKE MONTHLY Seamer and Lee Jackson 50 to the Jack Newton Clas- Grahame Sheldon (4th) Steve Sheldon 38, Andrew Palozzi mas 37, Dale Macklingshaw pts, defeating Steve Kearney MEDAL pts sic the day was planned as a Rawlings (8th) and Ray Hod- 38, Peter Tierney 38, Corey 37 and Ben Pickering 36 on on a countback with Lee MEDAL WINNER – ROB Runners Up: Murray Johan- novelty for the Tuesday regu- son (10th & 17th). Next week Lamb 37 and Wade Attewell countback. Nearest-the-Pins Heuston a point behind. MILLER 64 NETT son and Rob Watson 49 pts lars and with the warm recep- CONT PAGE 20 but still remain in third place with Mark Bercini Mulbring at Mulbring Oval. thanks to Wright’s innings in reply, with Jesse Minchin off 10) and Alex Walkling (1 on the ladder. This time they The home side batted first mentioned above, with Zac smashing 70 of these. -41 off 9). Greta/Branxton were convincingly beat by and some very tidy bowling Watkins also playing a fine Shoulders snr (23), Sam achieved the target with little second placed Paxton at from the Greta/Branxton hand with 73no. Ben Lahey Dagg (14) and Dan Minchin dramas in reply, reaching it Baddeley 2. Batting first seamers saw Mulbring at 2- and Steve Peace scored 31- (13) were the other batsmen in the 29th over after losing Paxton made a modest 132, 60 at the drinks interval. apiece, with Paul Walkling as to make starts. just the 4 wickets. Not to be with Greta/Branxton skipper However Mulbring ramped per usual notching a crafty Cricket Report – Week 13 overshadowed by his big James Shoulders jnr bagging things up after the interval 15no. Supporters were Week 13 of district cricket brother Sean’s 184 the previ- 6-28 off 6.4. Jesse Minchin and managed to post what dismissed for 70 in reply, saw Greta/Branxton record ous week, Andrew Wright (3-32 off 10) and James was still a below par 3-172 with Ayden Wilkinson (3-34 victories in second, third and showed he is no mug with Shoulders snr (1-25 off 6) from their forty overs, with off 7), Jarrad Wilkinson fourth grade blue. Fourth the willow, smashing an were the other wicket takers. Craig Brook (1-29 off 10), (2-20 off 8), Adam Holmberg grade white were beaten unbeaten 91, with the target Greta/Branxton were skittled skipper Brent Watson (1-42 (2-8 off 3) and Murray while first grade enjoyed the reached already probably for just 56 in reply, with off 10) and Martin Shearer (1 Wilkinson (1-1 off 1.4) shar- week off with the bye. preventing him from reach- Daniel Minchin the only -47 off 8) collecting the ing the wickets. Second grade recorded a ing his ton. He received good batsman to reach double wickets. Greta/Branxton were Fourth grade Blue continued fairly comfortable 5-wicket support from Alex Walkling figures with 17. all out for 136 in reply, with on their merry way with a 6- victory over Peden’s Hotel at (30no) who was also there Points Tables Greg Andrews leading the wicket victory over Support- Miller 1. Sent in to bat for the winning runs, while First Grade Mulbring 67, way with a crisp 47. Nathan ers at Baddeley 2. Supporters Peden’s were dismissed for Ben Lahey notched 23 at the Bellbird 49, Greta/Branxton Holz (18) and Watson (15) batted first and made 4-156 135, with Pat Andrews (3-26 top of the order. 48, Wine Country 44, were the other main from their forty overs, with off 4), Mark Peace (2-15 off Fourth grade Blue remain at Peden’s Hotel 40. contributors. Greta/Branxton’s wickets 7), Anthony Brunsdon 2-7 off the top of the ladder follow- Second Grade Bellbird 78, Second grade had an early being shared between Dion 1 and Nathan Velt (1-27 off ing a convincing 102-run Greta/Branxton 66, Mulbring afternoon in disposing of Charnock (1-24 off 10), 6) sharing the wickets. Greta/ victory over Wine Country at 62, Supporters 58, Peden’s Mulbring by 8 wickets at Aaron Stephenson (1-32 off Branxton achieved the target Miller 2. Greta/Branxton Hotel 54, Wine Country 51*. Miller 1. In a complete form 8), Stewart Ison (1-20 off 3) with 15 overs to spare and batted first and complied a * Lost points 29/10/16 for reversal that saw the exact and Jamie McNamara (1-14 five wickets left in the sheds. very healthy 7-263, with clearance breach. opposite result to the last off 5). Greta/Branxton Shayne Franklin finally Cade Bradley leading the Third Grade Bellbird 87, time these sides met, reached the target four wick- found some form with his way with an unbeaten 56. Greta/Branxton 76, Laguna Ξ 3rd grade skipper Sean Wright who notched an unbeaten 184 in Mulbring batted first and ets down with a couple of team’s top score of 32no, Neil Bird was the other half 74, Denman Hotel 70, week 12 against Supporters at Miller 2. were skittled for just 58. overs to spare, with Neil Bird Andrews completed a fine all centurion with 50, whilst Peden’s Hotel 62, Wine Hayden Regan was the star blasting 67. Will Regan made -round game with anbeaten Will Regan (34), Jamie Country 62, Mulbring 57, Cricket Report – Week 12 of his team mates a hit. After with the two-piece, collecting 29 with Mitch Bird carrying 31, Holz was productive in McNamara (31no), Jason Supporters 46. District cricket resumed back bringing up his maiden a well-earned 5-16 off 3.5 his bat at the top of the order his 31, with Mitch Fallon Stephenson (25), Aaron Fourth Grade Greta/ after the Christmas/New Year cricketing century, he was overs, with Andrew Bercini with a stonewall 25 not out. (12) the other batsman to Stephenson (17) and Will Branxton Blue 81, Paxton 80, break, with the highlight of raising the bat for his 150 (2-25 off 6) and Mark Peace Fourth grade White went make a start. Young (16) all made worthy Greta/Branxton White 69, the round being Greta/ just ten deliveries later, (2-18 off 6) taking a brace down by 54 runs at the hands Third grade continued to chip contributions. Wine Country Denman Hotel 66*, Wine Branxton thirty-five-year-old catching the eye of the BBL each. Greta/Branxton wasted of Bellbird at Carmichael 2. away and remain in second were all out for 161 in reply, Country 62, Bellbird 58, third grade skipper Sean talent scouts in the stands. no time reeling in the small Bellbird batted first and made position following their with Dion Charnock (4-38 Supporters 54, Peden’s Hotel Wright’s unbeaten 184 He was quickly on the phone target, passing it with 8 6-197, with skipper James 6-wicket victory over Wine off 10), Will Regan (2-22 off 50. against Supporters at Miller to fellow board member wickets left in the sheds. Shoulders jnr leading the way Country at Kearsley. Wine 7), Will Young (2-22 off 7), * Lost points 5/11/16 for 2. Barry Richards back in the New comer Anthony with the ball with 2-15 off 5. Country batted first and Aaron Stephenson (1-43 off clearance breach. Wright opened the batting sheds to let him know he had Brunsdon (25), Andrew Dan Minchin (1-43 off 10), posted 159, with Greta/ 7) and Jamie McNamara Club Championship and blasted sixteen surpassed Richards’ first Bercini (21no) and Trent Jesse Minchin (1-26 off 10) Branxton’s wickets being (1-16 off 5) taking the Bellbird 451.30, Greta/ boundaries and cleared the grade knock of 172no in the Fuller (13) did enough to get and James Shoulders snr shared between Ayden wickets for Greta/Branxton. Branxton 423.100, rope a remarkable fourteen previous round. keep Greta/Branxton in (1-30 off 6) were the other Wilkinson (3-40 off 7), Fourth grade White Mulbring 421.70, Wine times on his way to 184 First grade were beaten by second spot on the ladder. wicket takers. Greta/ Jarrad Wilkinson (3-35 off unfortunately slumped to Country 354.10, before retiring to give a few 36 runs by undefeated Third grade amassed 2-344 Branxton were all out for 143 6.1), Adam Holmberg (2-37 their fourth straight defeat Peden’s Hotel 340.40.

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