Murrurundi Photographic Prize 2014 Rising for Alex
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Thursday 24th July, 2014 Missed an issue? www.huntervalleyprinting.com.au/Pages/Entertainer.php Murrurundi Photographic See inside Prize 2014 TV Guide ADDING TO YEARS Record entries, a great night and a fantastic exhibition were the sentiments of all who attended the Murrurundi Photographic Prize’s award ceremony last Friday 18 July at the RSL Hall in Murrurundi. The photographic prize consisted of a ‘Best in Show’ and three categories. Winners Rising for Alex are as follows: Rhonda Thwaite Story page 3 Abi Yawns - Best in Show; Animals/Wildlife: 1st Simon Rackleft - Sheltering from the Scone & District Storm, 2nd Tobie Hynes - Warm Pre-School Art Show 2014 Milk 3rd Mandy Archibald - Waiting, Highly Commended Wendy Davison - Still Life; Opening Night & Auction Landscape/Gardens: 1st Tobie Friday 1 August 2014 Hynes - Boston Glow, 2nd Karen from 6.30pm – 8.30pm Davis - Morning Dew, 3rd Laura @ Scone Arts & Crafts Centre, Wickham - Giant’s Leap Sandy Kingdon Street Scone Hollow, Highly Commended Roger Skinner - Nude Nocturne and Laura Wickham - Fiery Sunset Flower; Art auction items have been produced and Portraiture: 1st Chantelle Laucht - Louise, 2nd Roger Skinner - Glance Back, collaborated under the guidance of artist, 3rd Belinda Jones - A Hard Earned Thirst, Highly Commended Chloe-Anne Janno McLaughlin Ducey - Bamboo Hunt. See pages 4 & 5 for pictorial. Tickets can be pre-purchased from Scone Pre-School @ $25 each (includes nibbles and drinks) Image: Judges: Sally Alden and Mandy Archibald. Photo courtesy of Mandy Archibald. Art Show, Market & Face Painting – Saturday 2 August from 10am – 3pm – gold coin entry For enquiries: 6545 1489 or 0415 727 998 (AH) 1V\ZWL]KQVO
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Image: Student, Tim Dunne taking part in the video session connected helicopter golf day via the Upper Hunter Conservatorium’s video conferencing system. Photo courtesy of UHCM. A full field of 75 players will be teeing off at Singleton Golf Course to raise money for the Westpac Rescue Royal Hotel-Motel Scone Helicopter Service (WRHS). The inaugural WRHS Singleton Golf Day is taking place on Sunday, July 27 with many members of the community jumping on board to offer their support. Strong support has also come from the local business community as well, with A-Plus Contracting & Poly Welding (A-Plus) signing on as the major sponsor of the event which is hosted by the Singleton Volunteer Support Group. Each team is made up of three players in an ambrose-style tournament, so it doesn’t matter whether you’re a pro, rookie or just plain terrible, $10 lunch menu / $12 dinner specials Every Friday night @ 6.30pm you can still have a go. A-Plus Director Andrew Hughes is one player (N/A public holidays) 15 meat tray raffles to be won who is admittedly happy with the ambrose approach. Mondays: Lamb shanks plus joker draw with $750 up for Tuesdays: Roast of the day grabs on 25 July 2014 Singleton Volunteer Support Group secretary, Danny Eather said they are hoping to raise $4,000 from the event and thanked all the Wednesdays: Perfect pasta *TAB *Function room *Family courtyard Thursdays: Succulent schnitzel Lunch: 12pm – 2pm; Dinner: 6pm – 8.30pm businesses that have thrown their support behind this inaugural event. Bistro open 7 days All enquiries please contact Danny Eather on 0439 072 077. Kelly Street Scone Phone 6545 1722 Program information Thursday 24th to Wednesday 30th July !"! ###$ !"!%" ! ( S !S * # " # # + The Entertainer in conjunction with Majestic Cinemas are giving # " ! away two double passes each week to two lucky readers. " Look for the handwritten word “WINNER” along with the $% editor’s signature on this page above HVP logo. " ! Present the winning Entertainer edition to the Muswellbrook office of Hunter Valley $ %&' !" # " Printing, 6 Wilkins Street Muswellbrook and collect your passes. ! " # (must be claimed within one week of publication date) Professional, friendly service - “The quiet one” s !LL gROUND FLOOR ROOMSDISAbLED ACCESS s 7ALKING DISTANCE TO #"$ s 7IFI ACCESS s /PEN FOR BREAKFAST DAYS AM AM OPEN TO THE PUbLIC s &ULLY LICENSED RESTAUrANT TrADING -ONDAY 3ATURDAY FROM PM PM 9 Guernsey Street Scone CLOSED ON PUbLIC HOLIDAYS Phone 6545 1700 Valley 2 Vineyards Trike Tours available - book now! www.v2vtriketours.com.au
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Rising for Alex By Rebecca Jenkins Over 26,000 fans were chanting his name as Alex McKinnon sat in the middle of Hunter Stadium fighting back tears. This past weekend we not only saw The Footy Show hold a live show in Alex’s name at the Newcastle Entertainment Centre, but also the Rise For Alex Round, held in an effort to gather donations for the recovery of inspirational Alex McKinnon. Alex, who is still in rehabilitation after sustaining a massive spinal injury during a round three game in Melbourne, was presented with a $300,000 cheque at half time of the game last Sunday on behalf of FOX Sports, The Telegraph and the Crown Resorts Foundation. This is only the beginning. Over the course of the weekend, through ticket sales, donations, arm bands and various other means, the Rise For Alex Foundation has raised an amazingly mind-blowing further total of $1.1 million thus far! The weekend also saw an overwhelming outpouring of emotional testimonials and verbal support for the NRL star. Names such as Wayne Bennett, Danny Buderus, Andrew Johns and Paul “The Chief” Harrigan. The NRL universe also was privileged to hear Aberdeen’s Darryl ‘Carrots’ Bowen’s song specifically written for Alex in dedication to the journey he has ahead of him with his medical rehabilitation. The Song Alex (Day by Day) was not only well received - the touching lyrics pierced the heart of everyone who listened. Alex was overwhelmed by the response from his fans and peers over the weekend. “It was pretty full on. I was trying to hold everything back, but at the end of the day I suppose my true self came out and there were a few tears but you can’t help that, can you?” he says of his reaction to the support shown to him. “I’m very overwhelmed by the support, I’m very thankful. “ To donate to the Rise For Alex Fund or for more information, head to the website at https://riseforalex.org.au Images: [Front cover] Alex McKinnon. Image courtesy of ABC. [Left] Alex McKinnon - photo courtesy of Fox Sports. Scone Golf Club Bistro NOW OPEN 7 DAYS Dinner: Monday - Saturday from 3pm Lunch: Wednesday - Sunday from 11am s !USTRALIAN Ì LA CARTE s &AMILY FRIENDLY s ,ARGE OPEN FIRE s .EW AFFORDABLE SPECIALS s MAIN COURSES s -EALS FROM EACH DINNER AND LUNCH Kids (under 12) eat free Monday and Tuesday* CONDITIONS APPLY 0HONE 7AYNE Scone Motor Inn Conference Centre s 3TAR ,,,,Accommodation; Corporate Rates 91-93 Maitland Street s #ONFERENCE AND -EETING 2OOMS &REE 7I &I )NTERNET New England Highway Muswellbrook s ,ICENCED "AR -EALS -ONDAY &RIDAY www.thejohnhuntermotel.net s "REAKFAST !VAILABLE DAYS s 3ERVICED !PARTMENTS AND +ING 3UITES E: [email protected] Cnr New England Hwy & Mount St 02 6545 3079 Phone: 6543 4477 Luxury Accommodation www.sconemotorinn.com.au The John Hunter Motel is the largest motel in Muswellbrook with 68 rooms ideal for corporate or family travellers. We offer quality service with 24 hour reception and room service for breakfast Now also at Dubbo or dinner. Choose to dine in our licenced restaurant or have it delivered to your room.
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Images: [Top] 4. Boston Glow by Tobie Hynes - Landscape/Gardens Section Winner; [Middle Left] Sheltering from the Storm by Simon Rackleft - Animals/ Wildlife Section Winner; [Bottom Left] Louise by Chantelle Laucht - Portraiture Section Winner. [Below] Abi Yawns by Rhonda Thwaite - Emirates Park Best in Show Award. Photos courtesy of Mandy Archibald.
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Hollydene hosts Jaguar Australian F-TYPE Coupé Hollydene Estate was delighted to host the Jaguar Australia media release of the new F-TYPE Coupe over 15 and 17 July at the Hollydene Estate. Leaving Blues Hotel, North Sydney the fleet of all the new F-TYPE Coupés and XF Sports R Saloons driven by motor journalists, Jaguar executives and the technical team from around Australia were put through their paces via the M5 west to the Putty Road and then onto Hollydene Estate at Jerrys Plains. The Jaguar executives then enjoyed the vista and a sumptuous long lunch overlooking the vista of the vineyard while enjoying Hollydene’s renowned hospitality at Vines Restaurant followed by refuelling and a photo session before returning back to Sydney. The all-aluminium F-TYPE Coupé, Jaguar’s most dynamically capable, performance-focused sports car is due to arrive at Australian dealerships in July this year. The F-TYPE Coupé will be available in three variants - F-TYPE, F-TYPE S, and the new range- topping F-TYPE R. Each is distinguished by the power output of its supercharged petrol engine with all engines featuring stop/start technology to maximise efficiency. The F-TYPE Coupé embodies the uncompromised design vision of the stunning Jaguar C-X16 Concept Sports Coupé that debuted at the 2011 Frankfurt Motor Show. “The F-TYPE Coupé provides its driver with a unique sports car experience. It combines seductive design with cutting-edge technology and performance which is truly breathtaking. Engaging, precise, intuitive and alive - it is the definitive sports Coupé.” - Phil Popham, Group Marketing Director, Jaguar Land Rover
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Valley By Zack Phillips On Sunday July 27 dare to enter the Tocal Homestead where it is believed the whole site will come alive with sights, sounds and smells from the past. This will be an old, family-fashioned day out for the whole family filled with fun and memories. Throughout the day, you will experience what life was like back in the past, and you’ll see horses, tractors, old engines working once again around the farmyard. There will be damper cooking in the camp oven, served with cocky’s joy and Billy Tea, as well as warm scones out of the stove. There will also be delicious soup and homemade refreshments available all day. For children and entertainment enjoy cart rides by Bill the Clydesdale. If it’s chilly out, warm up at the blacksmiths forge; along with sheep shearing and calves being fed. Test your luck at the water divining, and you certainly don’t want to miss the cracking whip display. Warning, beware of the bushrangers! The Tocal Homestead will transform and open up at 10am, and close at 3pm. Adult entry is $10; concession $8 and school children are free. You won’t want to miss this event. Image: Tocal Homestead. Security key to saleyards safety Visitors to the Scone and Upper Hunter Regional Saleyards will see several changes being introduced as part of safety initiative works. These works include the construction of a security fence and monitored entry gate system for the truck parking, truckwash and loading ramp areas. Upper Hunter Shire Council General Manager Waid Crockett said the new gate would improve driver safety and security at the saleyards. “The new gate allows for after-hours monitoring of trucks entering this area using the Avdata entry control system,” Mr Crockett said. “By monitoring entry to this area of the saleyards we are able to identify livestock movements, improve driver safety and provide a secure parking area for transport operators.” The new gateway requires transport operators to obtain an Avdata truckwash key which will open the gates for them when the saleyards is unstaffed. Keys can be obtained by contacting Saleyards Operations Manager Steve Kemp at the saleyards. The keys will be operational from 1 August 2014. The security measures, in addition to lighting upgrades around the loading ramps, were funded by a $50,100 federal grant under the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program (HVSPP) in the 2013/14 financial year. “Council is committed to continuing to improve the Scone and Upper Hunter Regional Saleyards, to keep it one of the top ten livestock selling centres within NSW,” Mr Crockett said. “The works have resulted in improved livestock handling and welfare facilities, in addition to improved safety measures for livestock handlers within the yards.” Extensive consultation was held with workers and users of the saleyards, particularly the livestock transport industry to ensure that all works were suitable to their needs and meet current Work Health and Safety and Driver Fatigue Management guidelines. Image: Saleyards Operations Manager, Steve Kemp, showing the new hydraulic gate to Darrell Beange of RPS Industries, providers of the surefoot matting used at the saleyards Experience. Sound advice. Positive outcomes. We think that just about covers it! MUSWELLBROOK Market House ~ 4 Market Street Muswellbrook NSW 2333 02 6542 5566 02 6543 4397
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Reviving the devil at Devil Ark By Rebecca Jenkins Australia is known for its diverse range of unique fauna. There’s a wide selection of oddly beautiful creatures that have become the face of our nation to the rest of the globe. Some live in excessive abundance, but sadly others are dwindling out of existence all together. With only 10% of the population remaining, the Tasmanian Devil is one such unique creature that is facing extinction. The race is definitely on to build their population once again in an effort to save the species. Sanctuary ‘Devil Ark’ has become a crucial fighter in this battle against extinction.
It was in 1996 that the first sightings of what is now known as Devil released many little healthy Devils into the wild, with the first being in Facial Tumour Disease (DFTD) appeared amongst the population of November of 2011 and the next batch due for release next year. The Devils in Tasmania. This disfiguring disease spells a death sentence for project is not only successful, but cost-effective. The average annual an infected Devil, but not before the creature is subjected to six months maintenance for a Devil through the Ark program is around $900. Through worth of starvation, dehydration and a slow, painful breakdown of its a zoo program, depending on the zoo, the cost ranges anywhere from internal organs. It’s believed the disease developed due to many years of $4000 to $20,000 per year! Obvious proof that if Devil Ark can produce hunting and land clearing by European settlers. Because of the massive healthy, happy Tasmanian Devils at a minimal cost, than it’s doing a loss of their natural habitat, there was a reduction in numbers and the fantastic job and deserves the ‘Innovation Award’ the project recently Devils were forced into inbreeding due to the ever-shrinking genepool. received from the Zoo and Aquarium Association. DFTD is the only known form of contagious cancer, hence why is has “The award is to recognise innovations towards the care and recovery impacted on the Tasmanian Devil population so significantly. Because of of species.” says ZAA’s Executive Director, Martin Phillips. “People are their somewhat ‘aggressive’ nature during feeding and mating, bites and looking at Devil Ark as a model that can be used for species recovery scratches have made it easy for the disease to take hold. around the world.” Since its appearance, the disease has reduced sightings of the Tasmanian Devil Ark has a very ambitious goal in mind to boost the Devil population. Devil in their natural habitat by 95%! This alarmed the zoo communities They currently have 120 housed at the sanctuary and they are aiming for and in 2006, the initial stages of developing the Devil Ark project came 360 by the year 2016. This is possible, but only through community help under discussion at the IUCN Tasmanian Devil Workshop. During the and donations. All proceeds go directly to the cause and any donations workshop, the projects key element was developed. This element over $2 is tax deductible. However there are a number of methods that being the one thing believed to succeed where zoos have failed in the an eager supporter could consider if they wish to help these unique little past when attempting to revive the species. Devil Ark has developed critters. Donations are accepted online, by mail or direct debit. One could enclosures that are so similar to the Tasmanian climate, vegetation and simply offer a suitable donation for one’s budget or there are other options conditions that it allows the Devils to socialise and behave exactly how such as Adopting a Devil (supplying the complete cost for one Devil for they would in the wild with minimal keeper interaction. This means that one year, which is around $900) or organising a community fundraiser. All when the animals are released into the wild they have a much better methods are advertised on their website www.duda.com.au chance of survival. Images: Tasmanian Devils enjoying the snow at Devil Ark breeding facility Devil Ark received universal informal success from the start and has since in the Barrington Tops National Park. Photo courtesy Devil Ark.
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St Paul’s Supper Club presents ‘An evening at Fawlty Towers’ A dramatic episode from Fawlty Towers (the TV series) boasting local talent is to be presented on 1 and 2 August 2014 (7pm for 7.30pm with the matinee at 2pm on 2 August), at St Paul’s Anglican Church Hall in Murrurundi. Ticket prices are $25 per head which will go towards the restoration of St Paul’s. Patrons will receive a complimentary drink on arrival. Other alcoholic beverages - BYO. The episode from Fawlty Towers will follow. In this episode, Sybil tells Basil of the impending visit of hotel inspectors. Basil suspects one, then another of his guests and spends his time fawning over them; then insulting them. Following the performance, supper will be served by the cast. So for an evening of humour and hospitality, join us at Fawlty Towers. All enquiries and bookings for ticket sales contact the CTC in Murrurundi on 02 6546 6440/6546 6446. Image: The cast of ‘An evening at Fawlty Towers’. Need your advertisement designed... LIMO & CAR HIRE s 7EDDINGS Created and ORMALS designed by s & s &UNERALS
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Do you have a vision for the airport? Upper Hunter Shire Council is seeking nominations from interested community members who would like to contribute to the planning and development of the Scone & Upper Hunter Airport as members of the Scone & Upper Hunter Airport Management Committee.
Council recently amended the charter of the Committee to include “Committees of Council are very important in ensuring that the Council membership from: works with the community, seeks advice on specific local issues and needs, and has community input into planning and service provision,” • Two (2) Councillors, one being the chairperson he said. • Four (4) operators from the aviation industry located within the airport “The committees provide a mechanism for interested members to have precinct an active role in the provision and management of the airport and provide • One (1) community representative advice to Council in decision making.” Three vacancies exist for these positions, one for the community If you are interested in nominating for the Scone & Upper Hunter Airport representative and two for aviation operators. Management Committee please send written applications to the Council It is envisaged that the role of community representative be filled by a at PO Box 208 Scone or [email protected] by Friday person who is not an airport operator, but perhaps has a keen interest 1 August 2014. Any enquiries in regard to this Committee should be in the development of the airport and the impact on the community from directed to Council’s Airport Manager, Coleen Pinkerton, on 6540 1109 airport operations. or [email protected] The committee meets about once every two months. One of its main Image: At a recent meeting of the Scone and Upper Hunter Airport focuses currently is the development of a strategic plan for the airport. Management Committee (back) Jeff Blunt, Ben Wyndham, councillors Wayne Bedggood and Maurice Collison, (front) Council’s Airport Manager Upper Hunter Shire Council General Manager Waid Crockett said the Coleen Pinkerton, Geoff Shopland and Neville Partridge. Scone and Upper Hunter Airport Management Committee performed an important role for the region.
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Furniture, Giftware, Soft Furnishings, Jazzin’ at the Newcastle Jewellery, Accessories, Clothing, 6WRFNLVWVIRU/·2FFLWDQHSURGXFWV *ODVVKRXVH&DQGOHV ZZZVHUHQGLSLW\VFRQHFRPDX Jockey Club By Rebecca Jenkins There’s nothing more moving for the soul than a fantastic band that gets feet tapping, head bopping and skin tingling. Even more so when it’s over 40 of the nation’s best jazz, blues, Latino, R&B, gospel and swing acts playing over 70 hours worth of hits, classics and originals! For all those jazz buffs out there, the 29th-31st of August should DEFINITELY be marked on the calendar because this is when the Newcastle Jockey Club will bounce on its foundations to the rocking sounds emanating from the 27th Annual Newcastle Jazz Festival. Renowned throughout the nation as one of Australia’s best jazz festivals, the Newcastle and Hunter Jazz Club promises this year’s instalment to be the biggest and best jazz festival yet! Set within the beautiful green layout of the Newcastle Jockey Club located in Broadmedow, it should prove to be a full weekend with something to please the tastes of every individual to attend. The musical talent that will be showcased throughout the festival features some of the most-talented and unique performers, acts and bands that the genre has to offer. Some of these include Newcastle’s own Fish Fry, Dungeon Royal Hotel Muswellbrook Big Band - Miller’s Tale, Funky Do Das, Psycho Zydeco, Dizzie Fingers Ragtime Band, Half Nelson, Friday 25 July Licorice Allsort and Chasing the Moon. Damage Brothers @ 8pm Free admission A feature will be South Australian act Jazz Gospel with Lee Gunnesso, who is widely known for her Royal Hotel Muswellbrook beautiful vocals and broad repertoire of gospel, jazz, R&B, mainstream jazz, and blues. She has Friday 1 August tallied up against some of the world’s greatest female vocalist AND performed at the opening of the Comedian Austen Tayshus LIVE Edinburgh International Jazz Festival. Also, the award winning Di Bird Quartet will make a muchly- @ 8.30pm anticipated appearance. (supported by Tim Pan) Tickets $20 each Nothing goes better with music than good food and beverages. The Jockey Club Bistro will have its doors open the majority of the festival and will serve a wide range of meals and beverages to Muswellbrook District Workers Club please the hungriest of music-lovers. A coffee cart will also do the rounds of the club throughout Friday 8 August the weekend as well as featured specialty food stands that will be opened especially for the festival. Rock The House @ 8.30pm For all those driving to the venue, you’ll be pleased to know that parking is free and located barely Free admission in the main metres away from the gates of the club. Public transport is in abundance within that area including lounge buses and trains within a short distance from the festival. Late night buses to the Newcastle CBD will Muswellbrook District be available on the Friday and Saturday nights. Workers Club Friday 22 August Tickets vary in prices from $14 to an early-bird special of $110 covering entry for the whole weekend. KYDA @ 8.30pm This early-bird deal ends on the 25th of July, so book quickly! Free entertainment in the main There is every reason to attend this year’s Newcastle Jazz Festival. Glam it up and buy your tickets lounge online now! 27th Newcastle Jazz Festival JAZZIN’ AT THE JOCKEY CLUB www.newcastlejazz.com.au 29 – 31 August 2014 Ticket sales: Image: The ever-popular Fish Fry from Newcastle will be performing at the Newcastle Jazz Festival www.newcastlejazz.com.au next month. The Hunter’s ultimate recreational experience! s 7ONDERFUL DIVERSITY OF BUSHLAND WILDLIFE s 0OWERED UNPOWERED CAMPINGCARAVAN SITES s ,AKEVIEW CABINS BUNGALOWS Phone 02 6543 7193 s 0ICNIC BARBEQUE FACILITIES %MAIL RECEPTION LAKEGLENBAWNCOMAU s 7ELL CATERED KIOSK s 7ATER SPORTS SWIMMING FISHING SAILING TENNIS COURTS www.lakeglenbawn.com.au The all new
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