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It’s on again; free drop-off service for old mattresses and ensembles when he found out the mattress drop-off figures from these events since they started in 2015. “Over the past two years, we have collected a whopping 3,931 mattresses and ensembles at these drop -off events.” “Research suggests these type of events reduce the likelihood of illegal dumping, which is why we started holding them in the first place and it’s great to Cessnock City Council is September 2017. International Space Station. see the community taking once again offering Each year over 1 million Mattress disposal no longer advantage of this service,” residents a free drop-off mattresses go to landfill in means waste into landfill. added Cr Pynsent. service for old mattresses Australia. If these Cessnock City Council This free service is and ensembles. mattresses were stacked on alternates this popular available to Cessnock City It will be held from 8am to top of each other they service between Cessnock Council residents only and 12pm on Saturday 23 would reach the and Kurri Kurri every six proof of address is required. Mattress drop-offs must be made using a vehicle as there will be no pedestrian New Gp Surgery in Branxton... access and there is a limit of four items per household. This project is funded by the Domestic Waste Management Service Charge. months and this time might not know is With this, everything around it will be held at the approximately 96% of collected will be stripped Suite 3, 71 Maitland Street, Branxton, NSW Hunter Business mattresses and ensembles and separated for recycling. Enterprise Centre car can be recycled as they Cessnock City Mayor, ☺ Photo above: Cessnock park in Kurri Kurri. contain valuable materials Councillor Bob Pynsent Mayor Bob Pynsent at the last Dr T Sasi Sasitharan Something many people like steel, timber and foam. said he was overwhelmed mattress & ensemble Drop-off day MBBS, AMC, DCH (Syd), FRACGP NORTH ROTHBURY Opening Hours For Sale Monday - Friday 8.00 am - 5.30 pm Saturday 9.30 am - 1.00 pm Branxton &

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2 ͽ THE NEWS No. 461 WEDNESDAY 30 August 2017 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

SECTION 101 NOTICE, ENVIRONMENTAL PLANNING AND ASSESSMENT ACT, 1979, APPROVED DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS AND COMPLYING DEVELOPMENT CERTIFICATES

The public are hereby notified pursuant to Section 101 of the Environmental Planning Assessment Act, 1979 (as amended) that the following applications have been granted consent during the period from 1 July 2017 to 31 July 2017.

Locality Reference Decision Date Property Address Application Description GRETA 008/2017/00000337/001 11-Jul-2017 47 York ST Single Storey Dwelling with Attached Garage GRETA 008/2017/00000299/001 18-Jul-2017 41 Evans ST Garage LOVEDALE 008/2017/00000244/001 31-Jul-2017 737 Lovedale RD Neighbourhood Shop NORTH ROTHBURY 008/2017/00000235/001 5-Jul-2017 16 Bendeich DR Single Storey Dwelling With Attached Garage NORTH ROTHBURY 008/2017/00000366/001 20-Jul-2017 6 Chapell ST Single Storey Dwelling and Detached Garage NULKABA 008/2017/00000248/001 3-Jul-2017 3 O'Connors RD Change of Use of Managers Residence to Tourist Accommodation NULKABA 008/2017/00000316/001 18-Jul-2017 14 Occident ST Single Storey Dwelling with Attached Garage NULKABA 008/2017/00000340/001 18-Jul-2017 5 Branxton ST Secondary Dwelling POKOLBIN 009/2017/00000125/001 5-Jul-2017 358 McDonalds RD Installation of a 50kW Roof-Top Solar PV System POKOLBIN 008/2017/00000199/001 13-Jul-2017 211 Oakey Creek RD Alterations and additions to existing dwelling, demolition of existing pool and construction of new pool POKOLBIN 008/2017/00000323/001 13-Jul-2017 43 Paperbark DR Two Storey Dwelling and Attached Garage POKOLBIN 008/2017/00000356/001 18-Jul-2017 5 Barnhill PRIV Two storey dwelling and attached garage POKOLBIN 008/2017/00000363/001 18-Jul-2017 6 Turpentine CL Single Storey Dwelling with Attached Garage POKOLBIN 008/2017/00000243/001 20-Jul-2017 LOT: 89 DP: 755255 McDonalds RD Commercial Vineyard and Four (4) Advertising Structures ROTHBURY 008/2017/00000286/001 18-Jul-2017 447 Old North RD Farm Buildings x 2 Unique Number of DAs: 55 Number of DAs: 55

Copies of development consents are available at Council's Customer Service Centre for public inspection, free of charge, during the Council's ordinary office hours

P.O. BOX 152 Stephen Glen CESSNOCK General Manager

Mayoral COMMUNITY UPDATE Statement re: new bus services for passengers travelling from Singleton to Maitland Sue Moore, Mayor Singleton Council The announcement by the Minister for Transport, Andrew Constance today is a good first step towards improving public transport in Singleton and a practical acknowledgement by the State Government of the issues that exist for our community in terms of connectivity to other parts of the Hunter. Council has been working closely with community groups, including Two More Trains for Singleton and the Singleton Business Chamber, to highlight the issue with the State Government. We were pleased to meet with the Minister when the NSW Cabinet was in Singleton earlier this year and thank Mr Constance for making the trip to Singleton today for this announcement. The news of two new inbound and two new outbound bus Photos below taken Friday 25th August 2017 services between Singleton and Maitland – with stops at Branxton, Greta and Lochinvar – will be an opportunity for commuters to show their support for more public transport options in Singleton, and to continue the conversation particularly for more rail services to connect Singleton with health and education services in Newcastle and the Lower Hunter. The new bus services are a great example of the outcomes that can come from Council working together with the community and the State Government. However, the shortage of public transport options in Singleton has long been a significant issue for our community. As Mayor, I will continue to work with my fellow councillors, the General Manager and our community to advocate for more services, in particular rail, to best meet the needs of the people of Singleton. THE NEWS 461 WEDNESDAY 30 August 2017 ͽ 3 Waste Transfer Station due to open in October

You may have noticed intermediate weigh bridge, modern, state of the art slip lanes around to the facility construction of the new installation of a new facility will feature: individual drop off opening so our Waste Transfer Station is transformer to power the a series of drop off areas to areas community has almost complete and with site, installation of dispose of different a sealed pavement and access to a modern, just a few finishing touches instructional signage, recyclable materials undercover load/ safe and more to go, Cessnock City arrival of additional plant, including oil, green unload area convenient service. Council can confirm the implementing new waste, masonry, steel, a separate road network for “This new facility site will be up and running weighbridge software and mattresses, e-waste , operational vehicles. marks the start a in October. the recruitment and training paints, oils and bat- Cessnock City Mayor, new era of waste Left on the ‘to do’ list is the of key staff. teries Councillor Bob Pynsent management in our final construction of the Once complete, this one way traffic flow with said he is looking forward

local government area, a weigh bridge, which delivering a much higher attracts a State Waste Levy rate of resource recovery charge of $138.20 per and recycling tonne.” opportunities.” “Council’s current levy “I am also pleased to see contribution to the NSW the degree of community Government amounts to interest in this project and $6.8 million per year, so to while there has been some provide the fairest cost grumblings around the cost recovery, each load and process of a trip to the received will be based on a landfill, it is important to user pay, weight based understand the reasons transaction,” added Cr why.” Pynsent. “All waste facilities in For more information about NSW are licenced by the the new Waste Transfer Environment Protection Station, visit Authority and every www.cessnock.nsw.gov.au/ transaction is recorded via wastecentre.

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Over 100 people attended the Annual Anglican Op Shop winter Parade at the Branxton Community Hall on Saturday 26th August. Models volunteering from the Parish, Community and STOCK the Girl Guides displayed a variety of casual, dressy and more formal outfits, which had been sourced from the Op Shop over a period of 12 months. This assures the Now in organisers that there is a wide selection of new or used clothes to choose from nearer the time of the next parade. At the beginning of this year the Anglican Parish Store employed Helen Scott to manage the Op Shop so this was her first experience organising such a successful afternoon. Such an event requires commitment, time and energy as well as a good team of supporters so after such an event, everyone can enjoy the benefits. A beautiful afternoon tea was prepared and served by the Parishioners followed by the sale of all the clothes, shoes, bags and jewellery brought to the hall for the occasion. The proceeds raised at this event will go Check it all out on our website www.baileysofgreta.com.au toward future renovations in the Anglican Op Shop in Cessnock Road below St John the Divine Anglican Normal Trading Hours: 9am to 5pm Mon to Fri ~ 9am to 2pm Saturday Church. Hours of operation are Tuesday to Friday 9am to 3pm and Saturday 9am to 1pm

108 New England Hwy, Greta 2334 P: 4938 7899 ■ Photo above: Joy Bootes on the ‘catwalk’ 4 ͽ THE NEWS No. 461 Wed 30 August 2017

& other matters

with Mike Lowing

TONIGHT our local area will be well represented at the 2017 Hunter Business Awards presentation evening at a gala function at NEX (Wests City), Newcastle West . Australia’s most prestigious regional business awards program has named almost 70 companies and individuals as finalists & in that mix we have the Branxton Greta Business Chamber up against Bulahdelah Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Inc., Hamilton Chamber of Commerce, Scone Chamber of Commerce Inc & Throsby Basin Business Chamber to take the ‘Chamber of the Year’ award. The Hunter Pet Motel has excelled being a finalist in two categories; Excellence in Small Business (20 or less employees) & ‘Customer Service’ (20 or less employees). Hunter Business Chamber CEO Bob Hawes said that it was exciting to see such a high number of finalists as the Chamber prepares to acknowledge the region’s most successful organisations and business people. He said that the finalists reflect the diversity of business in the Hunter and their determination to succeed. Hermitage Road turn-off. According to our good friend Wikipedia® a teepee (also tepee or tipi) is a Awards will be presented for Hunter water savers, It was in-situ for some time some cone-shaped tent, traditionally made of animal skins upon wooden poles. A tipi small business and large business excellence, customer time ago but then disappeared. I is distinguished from other conical tents by the smoke flaps at the top of the service, local chamber excellence, the contribution to assumed that the natives who structure. Historically, the tipi was used by Indigenous people of the Plains in the region and President’s award as well as individual owned the teepee had gone the Great Plains and Canadian Prairies of North America, as well as by awards for young business executive and business ‘walkabout’ which is part & parcel indigenous peoples of northern Europe and Asia under other names. Tipi leader of the year. of the Native Americans nomadic lodges are still in use by these peoples, though now primarily for ceremonial More than 500 people are expected to take part in the lifestyle! purposes. awards ceremony & we wish our local finalists all the I made some enquiries about its Tipis are stereotypically and incorrectly associated with all Native Americans best for tonight. reappearance and have gleaned in the United States and Aboriginal people in Canada, despite their usage that it is not the same one but an being unique to the peoples of the Plains. Native American tribes and First It’s back. identical one. Nation band governments from other regions have used other types of For those of us that travel to Singleton you have, most Apparently the initial tee pee was dwellings. The tipi is durable, provides warmth and comfort in winter, is cool probably, noticed a teepee on the southern side of the chewed by a very hungry horse & in the heat of summer, and is dry during heavy rains. Tipis can be New England Highway just a short distance east of the was beyond repair. disassembled and packed away quickly when people need to relocate and can I do remember a visit to that area by our former PM, Julia be reconstructed quickly upon settling in a new area. Historically, this Gillard, when the original tee pee was in place & she asked about portability was important to Plains Indians with their at-times nomadic its provenance; she said it made her day. lifestyle.

percentage is a bit out – part time employee's in a 1977 was $37,000. I know ers. As for collective ment has reduced the perhaps he should move the two income family or this because I bought a bargaining, most enterprise funding of all State decimal point to the right a sustenance workers house in Adelaide at the wage deals were to the Governments by 9%over bit. However, as this supported by the dole. time. In 2006 the median detriment of workers the last six years. This is a increase has occurred over So Joel may be correct in house price was $299,000 interests. As these lie in my opinion. 33 years the cumulative or that the top percentile of and by now is close to agreements terminate work- The expenditure by all compound increase is only wages have increased four $400,000. ers going onto award rates Governments at all levels 200%. times more than the bottom This 1100% is an anomaly because they are better off. of Government Now to compare the top 10% but remember, CEO because Sydney and See Shorten’s deals when he (Commonwealth, State 10% of employee’s wages type remuneration has Melbourne metropolitan was a ‘union heavy’ in the and Local Councils) has to the bottom 10% is not an exploded in the last 20 prices have distorted the AWU. increased by five times increased by 72%. This is honest argument as any years to the point now market. In country towns Despite the Union move- the inflation rate (a You can fool some of the people some of the time wrong. The mean wage statistician will tell you. where company boards are reasonable affordable ac- ment and Labours anti conservation estimate). for Australian employees in The top percentile of wage looking for excuses to cut commodation is available. worker policies people will When the state budget is In your last edition of ‘The 1977 was $10,332 earners average take home bonuses and base rates. Back in 1977 a Big Mac find work how they can. negotiated with the News’, Joel Fitzgibbon annually. This figure does pay is grossly distorted by Particularly where was 75 cents and a Note; Joel has no plan for Cabinet a forecast is made attempted to argue that not include bonus or the top 1% of people whose shareholders have voted Cheeseburger 40 cents. improving anything. He and for the likely expenditure inequality was on the rise in overtime but does include annual take home pay, after down remuneration A pie and sauce was 75 Shorten just create a bogus and a figure agreed upon. the community and then part time workers. (See tax is in the multiples of increases. cents, now $4.00. problem such as the sale of Each year that figure specified wages as an ATO figures). By 2010 the millions. The other 9% of The median wage has more Take any simple benchmark Medibank in the hope of grows by 5% -7% to keep example. So, in the last 40 median wage had reached this group would be in the than kept up with inflation prices that are not distorted confusing the people. abreast of rising years wages of the top 10% $55,005 annually. That is a 100’s of thousands i.e. if we take a simple by TAX and EXCISE As Abe Lincoln said; “You population and increases of wage earners has 540% increase. Joel’s senior public servants, example; in 1977 the (Grog and Fags) as can fool some of the people in the need for services. politicians and standard postage rate for all examples. Ajax 15 cents? some of the time and you To give an example, in professionals such Australia was 18 cents. In Wages earners are holding can fool some people all of 2011 the education Emergency Phone Numbers as engineers and 2017 the rate is $1.00. That their own against inflation, the time but you cannot fool department’s budget was Police Electricity administrators. is a 500% increase. I know the tax man and their own all the people all the time.” X minus 1.5% of X. In Dial 000 Energy The bottom this because I am an avid excesses fairly well. On another matter ~ how to 2012 the same department FOR FIRE, POLICE AND Branxton…. 4938 1244 Australia….... 131 388 AMBULANCE ANY TIME, DAY OR Lochinvar… 4930 7209 Hospitals percentile of wage stamp collector. If we look at wages growth tell lies with simple arithme- was allocated X plus 7% NIGHT FOR 24-HOUR SERVICE Ambulance… 131 233 Maitland… 4939 2000 It’s a free call. Just tell the operator earners are either The price of a house in against productivity growth, tic. In the last edition of our minus 1.5% leaving the NSW Fire Brigade Cessnock.. 4991 0555 what you need-fire, police or ambu- Branxton…. 4938 3396 there is no direct correlation paper the State Member for budget overall 5 ½% Singleton.. 6572 2799 lance. Then wait to be connected. SES ………….132 500 When reporting an emergency by Rural Fire Brigades between the two because Cessnock, The Honourable bigger than the previous Crime Stoppers calling 000, the telephone number & Belford…… 6574 7149 Letters to the editor can 1800 333 000 most productivity gain has Clayton Bar has claimed that year (this is a crude address you are calling from may be Broke…….. 6579 1491 Poisons Info …… 131 126 given to the emergency service so Greta…..… 4015 0000 been achieved sans work- the Liberal State Govern- calculation). Hunter Water they can respond quickly. If you Bishops Bdg 4015 0000 be sent to: BUS TRIP TO ‘AGQUIP’ 1300 657 000 The efficiency don’t want the telephone number or Nth R’bury… 4015 0000 Ausgrid ………... 131 388 Sponsored by our local Retired Mine Workers address details passed on, you must Rothbury….. 4015 0000 The Editor, The BGV News, dividend is there- Gas Emergencies . 131 909 Branxton & Vine- call the emergency service direct. Pokolbin...… 4015 0000 Lifeline ………….131 114 fore just that and no ALL CALLS TO 000 ARE VOICE Rothbury….. 4991 1733 12 Clift Street, Branxton When: Wednesday 23rd August 2017 Mental Health Line yards Real Estate department has RECORDED Bishops Bdg 4015 0000 Cost: $35 (includes morning tea) Nth R’bury… 4015 0000 1800 011 511 NSW 2335 been required to cut For non-life Rothbury….. 4015 0000 Domestic Violence Support .... for all your real estate Pokolbin...… 4015 0000 4990 9609 or They will pick-up Cessnock, Branxton & Singletonneeds services or raise threatening Centrelink Self Service Rothbury….. 4991 1733 ALL WELCOME P: 4938 3300 cost more than calls……. Scotts 136 240 Medicare ……….. 132 011 emailed to Police Assistance Line (PAL)…. Flat… …… 6574 5186 M: 0412 566 041 normal inflation. Native Animal Rescue 131 444 Central For further information phone 6572 2404 0418 628 483 Web: www.domain.com.au Steve Lind, North (Cessnock)… 4015 0000 [email protected] Rothbury NSW 5 ͽ THE NEWS No. 461 WED 30 Aug 2017 Community Notice from Greta Development boom continues Tidy Towns Committee GRETA CAMP FAMILY GET-TOGETHER

Local families and individuals connected to the Greta Migrant Camp are invited for an informal gathering to share memories and food. th On Saturday 21 October 2017 At 11am to 3pm in the Greta Community Hall, behind the Museum. Please bring a plate, sweet or savoury to share. Tea and coffee provided. Purchase raffle tickets to win a money prize. Enquires – please call into the Greta Museum or phone Neridah on 0427657150 or Peter: 0478896722 Or email: [email protected] This is the second of any number of potential yearly get-togethers, depending on response, so come and be counted. If you can’t make it this time leave your contact Cessnock City Council blew forecasted development average processing time was 52 days, yet the and building approval figures for 2016/17 out of the median time was just 28 days. details at the Greta Museum so we can tell you about the next water, which was highlighted in a performance Cessnock City Mayor, Councillor Bob Pynsent, one. report at Wednesday’s meeting. said these figures are a combination of our The Hunter Regional Plan outlined Cessnock City reputation as a thriving, attractive and welcoming Council will have a projected increase in dwelling place to live, along with the dedication and approvals of 6,350 between 2016 and 2036, which fantastic work of Council staff. averages out to be 318 applications per year. “We are going through a period of rapid growth Council exceeded this figure by a whopping 44% in and our staff are committed to working closely the 2016/17 financial year by approving with key stakeholders to continuously improve approximately 459 residential buildings across the processes to ensure we are meeting increased region. demand effectively and efficiently.” With this, the total number of DAs determined “I recently went out to Huntlee and the progress (excluding s96) was up 7.7%, reaching 784 and the of this site from when development started to total value of Council’s DAs was $207,097,876, an now is just incredible.” increase of 23% on the 2015/16 financial year. “I will continue to promote and support the Complying development value for the same period growth of our wonderful region and look forward was another $61 million on top of this. to welcoming newcomers to Cessnock City,” This boom is reflective of an increase in housing added Cr Pynsent. activity across the region, in particular the growth Cessnock City Council will continue to strive for occurring in greenfield Urban Release Areas, excellence in its development assessment including Huntlee and Cliftleigh. performance and processing times in the 2017/18 Council staff have also been working hard to financial year. Ξ Photo above: Cessnock improve both processes and timeframes when it Mayor Bob Pynsent at Katherine’s Landing Huntlee comes to building approvals and in 2016/17, the Lawrence’s AG & Machinery Repairs 30 Years “Hands-On” Experience

Call Clayton….  AG & Truck Air Conditioning  All types of Ag Repairs  Mobile Service .. All Work Guaranteed Competitive Rates.. Mob: 0414 234 841 Ph: 4930 7078 A/H Manager and our community to advocate THE NEWS No. 461 WED 30 August 2017 ͽ 6 for more public transport services, in Members say …. particular rail services, to best meet the needs of the people of Branxton and the to the TAFE grounds. As always, this is wider Singleton LGA now and into the shaping up to be a fun-filled family- future. friendly evening of delicious food, fire Because, as the anniversary of the charter displays, live music, roving performers, of the Branxton Lions shows, it will be creative workshops and more! future generations who pause to look back Finally, I would like to let the community and judge whether we have truly been know that Council’s after hours successful. emergency contact number is now the Cheers, Sue same as Council’s main number. If you have any issues that need urgent attention after hours, please call 4993 4100. Cheers, Bob

MICHAEL JOHNSEN MP Upper Hunter Improved Justice for Victims of JOEL FITZGIBBON MP Member for Hunter Stock Theft Bob Pynsent, Mayor Cessnock City Council I wish to advise that the NSW In my twenty-one years in the Federal Government will strengthen laws At the Mayors desk Parliament I’ve experienced some very Firstly, I would like to commend the concerning stock theft, trespass and interesting sitting weeks. For balance, Cessnock City Supporters Group who both illegal hunting following a review of many of them occurred during the forty- raised and donated $10,000 to the the current law by former NSW Police third Parliament when Labor was in Children’s Medical Research Institute. Force Assistant Commissioner Steve minority-government and Tony Abbott These are a great bunch of community Bradshaw. was making the most of every minded people and to donate this amount The Bradshaw Review identified a opportunity. of money to a worthy cause is just number of areas for improvement in But I believe the last sitting takes the fantastic. Member for Cessnock Clayton Barr MP responding to rural crime from both an prize as the most bizarre. Behind all the We held the heats of our annual Mayoral operational and legislative perspective. political battlelines lay some very serious Raising the BARR High School Debate last Wednesday at and The unique features and challenges of issues. When the two Greens declared “WATER NOT COAL” – I DIDN’T I have to say, it is one of the highlights of crime in rural and regional areas their dual citizenship they immediately REALISE THAT I HAD TO CHOOSE the year for me. Students continue to Sue Moore, Mayor Singleton Council demands a tailored response. We must left the Parliament. The Prime Minister Protestors stood outside, peacefully and impress me with their confidence and ensure that the police respond to reports admonished them for their “sloppiness” respectfully, of the mining conference and courage to get up and speak in front of a The 60th charter anniversary celebration of crime in a timely fashion and have and declared their departure the right awards event just a few weeks ago. Their crowd of people. Mount View High went of Branxton Lions at the weekend was a the necessary skills and knowledge of thing to do. signs had a number of slogans, but the up against Kurri Kurri High School in the perfect time to reflect on what our their local communities to hold those But he was happy to embrace somewhat one that struck me was “Water not Coal”. heats to debate that ‘money motivates us community has achieved over a responsible for these crimes to account. of a lower standard for the National I was dumbstruck. I didn’t know that I more than any other factor’ while St significant period of time, but perhaps That is why the NSW Liberals & Party’s Senator Matt Canavan. He was had to choose. For about 200 years now Philips Christian College and Cessnock more importantly to consider the Nationals Government appointed, for asked to step-aside from his Cabinet post coal has been mined in the Hunter Valley High School debated that ‘video foundations we’ve set for where we’re the first time, a dedicated NSW Police and declared he would not exercise his and to the best of my knowledge, apart surveillance is an invasion of our privacy’. heading in the future. Force Deputy Commissioner for vote in the Senate until the High Court from normal droughts, we have managed While the debating game was strong for all I was happy to attend the special Regional Field Operations, Mr Gary determined his fate. For the time-being, both resources. So, in 2017 is there a teams, it will be St Philips Christian anniversary lunch on Saturday, not least Worboys APM. Mr Worboys said the he remains in the Senate. new, different challenge? College and Mount View High who will because it was a great opportunity to NSW Police Force is committed to When Barnaby Joyce rose to his feet in Now, before the many wise and astute compete in the final today debating that thrust people usually happy to work improving outcomes for the victims of the Parliament to declare he is a Citizen of environmentalists reading this column ‘Australia would be more effectively behind the scenes into the spotlight and rural crime. New Zealand, the Prime Minister adopted turn to their pens or keyboards in outrage, governed without a Senate’ and I wish both recognise the contribution they have made The NSW Police Force has already a different and lower standard. Joyce was bear with me for a moment please. I think teams the best of luck. to the people of Branxton over six taken a number of steps to improve allowed to retain his roles as Deputy that we would all agree, in the honesty of We received a welcome boost for Hunter decades. officer training and education when it Prime Minister and Cabinet Minister. No our hearts, that we don’t really need to Valley Wine Country recently, with the Look back 60 years and 1957 was the comes to rural crime, including the satisfactory explanation was given to choose between water and coal. Sure, we news we have been allocated $1.25 million year Slim Dusty won his first Gold updating of the rural crime manual and explain the different treatment for have to be ever careful, but we don’t under the Building Better Regions Fund for Record for the Pub with No Beer; the the introduction of workshops led by Canavan and Joyce. really need to choose. Both resources a $2.5 million tourism signage implementa- winning design was unveiled for the the Department of Primary Industries, Of course the difference can only be their have been managed during these past 200 tion project. This exciting project involves Sydney Opera House; and former Prime and experienced regional officers. respective parliamentary chambers. years and surely, as our knowledge implementing new signage across the Minister Kevin Rudd and former The Bradshaw Review highlighted a Governments are made and un-made in increases, we should expect the co- Cessnock local government area (LGA), Treasurer Peter Costello were born. number of common concerns amongst the House of Representatives. It’s where existence to improve, not get worse. including information bays, city gateway And of course, the Branxton Lions as we victims, including that the costs the numbers matter most. Subjecting Which begs the question – why use the signs, precinct and directional signage. I know it today came into being, driven by associated with rural crime are often Barnaby Joyce to the same standard as slogan? am proud of Council staff who continue to a band of passionate locals for no other not reflected in the penalties delivered Matt Canavan would have cost the The reality is that the slogan is intended to apply for and win grants to benefit our purpose than to support their community. by the courts, as well as deficiencies in Government a vote in the House where it create an emotional response, not a region and this project will be the perfect Needless to say, that community has the law regarding trespass. was the barest of majorities, 76 of the 150 rational or informed response, by using 3 opportunity to progress the new signage changed and grown significantly in 60 In response to these issues raised in the seats. After providing the Speaker the simple words to try to sum up a complex strategies Council has in place. years, most tellingly in the past few years report, the NSW Government will number is just 75 seats. Allowing the issue. The trouble is, the 3 simple words While I’m on the topic of funding, there is with the arrival of the Hunter propose: number to fall to 74 seats poses an don’t fairly, equally or intelligently cover $50 million up for grabs under the 2017/18 Expressway, the emergence of the  a new aggravated trespass offence existential threat to the Government. The the truth of the issues. So in effect, the 3 Resources for Regions program and Huntlee residential development in our where there is an enhanced Prime Minister was not prepared to take word slogan is being deceptive and Council has decided to put six projects neighbouring Cessnock LGA and rural biosecurity risk, intent to engage that risk. misleading. The developers of the slogan forward for consideration. The projects residential development on the Singleton in stock theft, or the presence of This political expediency puts the will never fess up, but they know this to include the Branxton to Greta Cycleway; side of the border. hunting equipment; Government’s political interests ahead of be true – but then the developers of the Cessnock to Kurri Kurri - HEX Cycleway; The result has been vocal conversations the national interest. We already have slogan aren’t standing roadside, holding a specific reference to a victim’s Bridges Hill, Convent Hill and East End about the provision of services and  somewhat of a crisis-of-confidence and a the signs, their integrity at stake. First Oval Upgrade; Cessnock Airport Upgrade; infrastructure to support a rapidly geographical isolation as an lack of community trust in our political you couldn’t trust Politicians and now Stage 2 of the Cessnock CBD growing population, and particularly aggravating factor on sentence; system and institutions. Allowing you can’t even trust the protestors! What Revitalisation; and the replacement of added to calls for increased public  the ability to apply to the Local Members who appear to be in breach of a crazy time we live in. Abbotsford Street Bridge. transport options to connect the people of Court for a forced muster order, the Constitution to continue to exercise I 100% respect the right of people to It was also announced we will receive Branxton and the wider Singleton local which will assist victims of stock their vote threatens to undermine that trust protest, or to take a position on an issue. $1.49 million under the Roads to Recovery government area to health and education theft; further. But surely a starting point is to be honest; program to complete 11 projects across the services in Newcastle and the Lower It is likely to be late October before the to tell the truth. Complex issues, like coal a deeming provision that will help region. This is yet another welcome boost Hunter.  High Court rules on the validity of and fossil fuels, have people taking to achieve safer roads and bridges for our So, it was pleasing to see the to provide certainty of ownership Barnaby Joyce’s election. In the extreme positions both at the stop coal, community. announcement by the Minister for Trans- to those who harvest rangeland meantime, he plans to vote on a number and, the let it rip, ends of the spectrum. On a more serious note, Councils of the port and Infrastructure, Andrew goats for commercial gain; of crucial Bills which affect all of us. He Both sides are using more and more Hunter Region, including Cessnock City Constance, last Friday for two outbound  increased flexibility for police to should not. I’m yet to speak with a extreme language to try to win the public Council, are urging the State Government bus services, and two new inbound bus seize vehicles connected with a constitutional lawyer who believes opinion – and most of the language is to delay the introduction of flawed changes services between Singleton and Maitland game hunting offence; and Joyce’s prospects in the Court are about creating fear. The truth is in the to biodiversity conservation legislation. - with stops at Branxton, Greta and the doubling of the maximum good. Like Matt Canavan, he should not middle. It cannot be summed up in 3 While we were originally welcomed the Lochinvar - to take passengers directly to penalty for illegal hunting on exercise his vote until the verdict is words. It is complex. Anyone who tries opportunity to comment on the proposed Maitland Railway Station and rail private land from $1,100 to known. to convince you otherwise, is not telling changes, a review has revealed that rather services through to Wickham and $2,200. Just when we thought the Parliamentary you the truth. Cheers Clayton than maintaining and enhancing our Broadmeadow. These measures will ensure that the sitting week could not grow crazier, environment, the package would contribute It was also a great example of the out- NSW Police Force has the right Pauline Hanson donned the Burqa and to undermining the hard won protections comes that can come from Council ‘Members say’ ..... is legislative tools to address theft, Senator Fiona Nash declared herself a our communities have called for. We working together with the community and trespass and illegal hunting and the Scot! Like her Leader, the Deputy Leader lodged a detailed submission pointing out the State Government, and a great display proudly sponsored by... courts have appropriate penalties of the Nationals has no intention of giving the many weaknesses in the State of commitment from the Minister to make available. up her vote or her Cabinet post. And we Government’s approach and for the sake of the trip to Singleton for the The NSW Liberals & Nationals wonder why people are shaking their regions across the state; we hope they lis- announcement. Government will continue to consult heads! ten to our concerns. However, I make the point that while it’s The Branxton with key stakeholders and will always Office of the Hon Joel Fitzgibbon MP I am certainly looking forward to the 2017 a good first step towards improving strive to improve the response to rural Shadow Minister for Agriculture, Spring Awakening event which is taking public transport in Singleton and a Greta Vineyards and regional crime. Fisheries and Forestry & Shadow place on Friday 8 September. The event practical acknowledgement by the State The Bradshaw Review Report can be Minister for Rural and Regional Australia will kick off with the popular lantern Government of the issue, there is still a News found on the NSW Department of Federal Member for Hunter parade and I encourage everyone in the way to go before the shortage of public Justice website: Parliament House: P: 02 62774500 community to come down to the Cessnock transport has been solved. http://www.justice.nsw.gov.au/ Electorate office: 02 4991 1022 Performing Arts Centre at 5pm on the day As Mayor, I will continue to work with 4938 1773 Cheers, Michael Cheers, Joel to join the dazzling procession of lanterns my fellow councillors, the General Clr Mel Dagg CONT. Page 11

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Mount View High School and St Philips each year, but Christian College went head-to-head in this the students year’s Mayoral Debate Final at the really stepped F U N E R A L S E R V I C E S Cessnock Performing Arts Centre last it up a notch in Paul and Janelle Smyth and their staff take great pride & personal satisfaction in Wednesday. both the heats providing a dignified & timeless service, continuing a tradition started morere than than 90 The teams debated the topic, ‘Australia and the final years ago on February 2, 1925 by Paul’s grandfather, Cecil R Smyth. would be more effectively governed this year,” said without a Senate’ with Mount View arguing Cr Pynsent. for the affirmative and St Philips for the “It was a tough negative. topic for the While the debating game was strong, the final, but you Adjudicators’ final decision saw St Philip’s could tell the Christian College take out the title and students did $250 prize for the third year in a row. their home- Mount View didn’t go back to school work and they empty handed as they took with them the certainly did brings,” added Cr Pynsent. runner-up prize money of $150, which was rise to the challenge and should be very The Mayoral Debate has been running generously donated by the Cessnock Rotary proud!” for eight years, with local businesses Serving Branxton, Greta & surrounds Club just last week. “I would like to congratulate all students Rover Coaches and the Cessnock Cessnock City Mayor, Councillor Bob who took part this year from Mount Achievement Centre sponsoring the Talk to us about our Pre-paid Funeral Pynsent, along with the Adjudicators, View, St Philips, Cessnock and Kurri event agreed it was the best debate to date. Kurri High Schools, I’m very much ■ Photo above: Mayor Bob Pynsent presents Plans & Pre-Arrange Options. “The debating just gets better and better looking forward to what next year the big cheque to St Philips debating team

The general symptoms of *poor posture or tension in your migraines include: neck and shoulders A memorable, fun filled Lee Grundy, * a headache that lasts anything * certain food or drink – com- day began with the singing Pharmacist & from four up to 72 hours monly chocolate, cheese, alco- of the stirring national proprietor of * pulsating or throbbing pain, hol, caffeine anthem, “Advance Australia Branxton often just on one side of your * loud noises Fair”. Pharmacy head * bright or flickering lights Branxton VIEW Clubs’ *a headache that gets worse * certain smells 29th Birthday celebrations when you’re active or stops you * strenuous exercise if you’re from being active not used to it brought together many * feeling sick or vomiting * skipping meals friends from all walks of About migraines * increased sensitivity to light * not drinking enough fluid. life. Migraines are a type of and noise. Women may get migraines Cessnock councillor, severe headache that can Most people don’t need to see around the time of their periods, Melanie Dagg, Singleton have a major impact on their GP when they get a mi- during pregnancy and meno- Councillor, Val Smith and quality of life. They are graine. However, it’s a good pause, or as a result of taking her husband, Richard, Nance Adams from VIEW NA1, Ann Louise from Cessnock VIEW NA2, Maitland and often accompanied by idea if: oral contraceptives or hormone Cessnock VIEW Club members, and Julie and Laurel representing Greta Workers Club were some of the guests * your migraines become more replacement therapy (HRT). It’s feeling sick, vomiting or and friends in attendance. increased sensitivity to light frequent or get worse over time possible that these hormonal * you’re over 50 and haven’t changes may affect the fre- President Bethany presented Judy Groves with her 10 year membership badge and our newest member, Margaret Migraines are one of the most had a migraine before quency and severity of mi- Driscoll with her membership badge. Congratulations, Judy and Margaret ! common types of headache in * you get aura symptoms last- graines. Our very talented local bush poet, Heather Searles, captured the audience with her renditions-so wonderful-of her adults, affecting about two ing more than an hour. Other less common triggers many award winning poems. One lady remarked “that she had never laughed so much for ages”. Thank you so million Australians. Women People who get migraines gen- may include high blood pres- much, Heather-laughter really is the music of the soul and there were many happy people smiling at the memories are three times more erally don’t get any symptoms sure, smoking, toothache, eye evoked by your poems. susceptible than men. You between attacks. strain or taking certain sleeping Well done to Joan Nightingale and Sandie, Smith for managing the very popular Trading table. Thanks to all those Complications of migraine tablets. can get migraines at any age ladies who worked so hard to make our day so successful. Special thanks to all our supporters. but they’re most common Occasionally, a migraine may Diagnosis of migraine before the age of 40. About last for more than 72 hours and There isn’t a specific test that “Doctor Thrift”, a most unconventional man, surprised our audience who were encouraged to ask the half of all people who get doesn’t go away by itself. This can diagnose migraines. Your knowledgeable doctor health related questions. The replies from the doctor were somewhat obscure, maybe even migraines have a family type of migraine is known as GP will ask about your symp- controversial and resulted in much hilarity. Great show, Evelyn! history of them. status migrainosus. It’s impor- toms and look for a pattern with Next year is our 30th Birthday and we are already planning for another great VIEW birthday celebration. Types of migraine tant to see your GP if your possible triggers. This is where Meanwhile, our nest meeting will be held on Thursday, 14th September at Greta Workers Club. A classic migraine follows a migraine lasts longer than 72 your diary can be useful. They Guest speaker is our well travelled member, Yvonne Bell, who will be speaking about her travels to Canada and set of warning symptoms hours. will also examine you and may Alaska. Everyone welcome to attend –just ring our secretary, Evelyn 4938 1513 if you would like to join us. If you get frequent migraines on ask about your medical history. called aura. These symptoms Our popular donna-lou Fashion Parade will be held on 21st September at the Branxton Community Hall-10 am usually come on before the more than 15 days a month for Treatment of migraine general symptoms of a an average of three months out Self-help start. Cost is $15 which includes a light lunch. Latest Spring/Summer fashions are available for purchase on the day migraine and last for about an of the year, this is known as a Keep a diary of your migraines. in sizes 8-26. Everyone welcome-come along and bring a friend! hour. Around one in three chronic migraine. When de- Record your symptoms, how Spring – A Pamela Summers quote- “A happy time is in the air. For nature starts her loveliest fair. Soon you shall people will experience aura scribing an illness, the term bad they get, how long they last hear blossom trees sing: ”What colours may we wear for Spring?” symptoms. A common mi- chronic refers to how long a and what medication you use, if Peace and love to everyone, Judy Spillard graine strikes without aura. person has it, not to how serious any. This can help you to spot Less frequent types of it is. About one percent of things that may trigger or make migraine include abdominal, people have chronic migraine your migraines worse. hormonal and hemiplegic. and may require increasing It’s best to rest in a quiet, dark- SPRING LAMB RACK WITH CAPER AND HERB Aura symptoms amounts of medication to help ened room and sleep if you can. CRUST AND RHUBARB COMPOTE Common aura symptoms control the attacks. Over time, You may want to try using a include: this may lead to further head- cold compress, such as an ice * visual disturbances – such aches, known as medication- pack or ice wrapped in a towel METHOD as flashing or flickering overuse headaches. to ease your headache. Don’t 1. For the crust, place the lights, zigzag lines, blurred If you get frequent migraines, apply ice directly as it can capers, herbs, garlic, oil, vision, temporary blindness you may be at an increased risk damage your skin. A hot com- lemon zest and juice and a * numbness or a tingling of depression, anxiety, panic press may also help. You may generous amount of freshly sensation – common in the disorders and stroke. want to try applying pressure to ground black pepper in a Causes of migraine the pulse points on the side of hands, arm or face, similar to food processor and whiz for ‘pins and needles’ It’s not fully understood what your forehead or neck. INGREDIENTS * slurred speech causes migraines, but they may Medicines 1 minute or until very finely 1 tbs olive oil, plus extra to drizzle * poor concentration be caused by a chemical called Different types of medicine are chopped. Add the peanuts and process until just combined. 2 French-trimmed 8-cutlet lamb racks *problems with your serotonin. Low levels of sero- used to treat migraines, depend- Set aside. 8 eschalots, halved co-ordination. tonin cause changes to the ing on your symptoms and the 2. Heat the oil in a frypan over medium heat. Season lamb, Rhubarb compote, to serve Symptoms of migraine blood vessels in your brain. It’s severity of your migraines. Caper and herb crust then in 2 batches, cook, turning, for 1 minute each side or You may get a migraine at not known exactly what causes If you use any type of painkiller 2 tbs salted capers, rinsed, drained until browned. Rest for 15 minutes, then press crust onto any time. Sometimes you the serotonin levels to change. too frequently, it may become 4 rosemary sprigs, leaves picked each lamb rack. may be able to sense when a You may find it useful to keep a less effective and cause further 1/2 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves 3. Preheat the oven to 200°C. migraine attack is about to diary to track what might be headaches called ‘medication 1/2 cup mint leaves start. This is different from triggering your migraines or overuse headaches’. This can 4. Place eschalot on a baking tray, drizzle with oil and 8 garlic cloves aura, and includes signs such making them worse. happen if you regularly use place the lamb on top. Roast for 35 minutes for 2 tbs olive oil as irritability, lack of Common triggers include: painkillers for 10 to 15 days a medium-rare or until cooked to your liking. Rest for 10 Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lemon concentration, food cravings *stress month, for more than three minutes. 2/3 cup (100g) chopped peanuts and tiredness. * changes in sleep patterns months. 5. Carve the lamb and serve with the roasted eschalot and CONT PAGE 10 rhubarb compote.

9 ͽ THE NEWS No. 461 WED 30 August 2017 NSW RFS declares start of Bush Report Fire Danger Period property by removing need a Bush Fire Hazard High range • Detonating cord materials that can burn around Reduction Certificate. PCA, • Detonators your home and yards, mow “With summer conditions Branxton • Other commercial explosive items your grass and have a cleared becoming more conducive to The accused Remember, there is less than one month left. On 14 area around your home, trim the spread of fire, people need in the matter September the Commercial Explosives Amnesty will overhanging branches, clear to be extremely careful when is a 53 year cease and members of the public who have the illegal and remove leaves and debris using fire.” old female explosives can face prosecution. from your gutters and around “Never leave a fire unattended from NSW Police say it is public fear, not police agenda your home, prepare a study and if a fire does escape, it is Branxton. behind new terrorism powers About 00:00 Public perceptions about safety and the fear of terrorism Friday 1st September marks hose that reaches all around essential to call Triple Zero on Saturday 12th August 2017, the accused was the are behind the push for tough new police powers in the official start of the your home, and, where (000) immediately so that sole occupant of a Silver Holden Viva Sedan, travelling NSW, Police Commissioner Mick Fuller has said. statutory Bush Fire Danger appropriate, conduct hazard emergency services can in a southerly direction along Russell Street Branxton. Speaking at a NSW Law Society forum, Commissioner Period (BFDP) for Hunter reduction activities. respond accordingly and At this time, the vehicle was stopped for the purpose of Fuller said it was the public's belief they were unsafe that Local Government areas and “While it is important to minimise the damage.” a breath test. Police approached the vehicle and the was driving legislative change, rather than an agenda by the NSW Rural Fire Service continue hazard reduction we During the Bush Fire Danger accused opened the driver’s side door and immediately police. (NSW RFS) is urging Hunter have all seen the devastation Period any person wishing to stated "Youse have got me. I'm going to be over". Nevertheless, police do welcome the state's new Valley residents to prepare for that bush fires can bring to a light a fire will require a fire The accused was subjected to a breath test, which anti-terrorism laws, Commissioner Fuller said, which the fire season now. community, so I strongly urge safety permit. On days of returned a positive result. include the "lethal force" powers. NSW RFS Inspector Mick people to exercise caution Total Fire Ban all Fire Safety The accused was subsequently placed under arrest and "The fear of crime drives a lot of public policy, rather Holland is urging residents to when carrying out these Permits and Bush Fire Hazard conveyed back to Singleton Police Station for the than the reality of crime," he said. have a Bush Fire Survival activities,” Inspector Holland Reduction Certificates are purpose of a further breath analysis, which returned a "I think if the community started the conversation about Plan and ensure all members said. automatically suspended. To High Range reading of 0.171 grammes of alcohol in how safe they are, and we spoke more about how safe we of the household know what to “Residents can ask their local check the Fire Danger Ratings 210 litres of breath. are, then there would be less pressures perhaps on do on days of increased fire Fire Control Centre for for your area visit The accused has her licence suspended and was issued stronger, harsher legislation." danger and if their home is assistance in carrying out safe www.rfs.nsw.gov.au or Field Court Attendance to appear before the Singleton Commissioner Fuller said people need to start Local Court on 14th September 2017. appreciating that they are safer than ever before. threatened by fire. hazard reductions and for contact your local Fire Control Police officer charged – Specialist Command "I think if we could overcome that and say 'crime's Residents should prepare their advice about whether they Centre. Tuesday, 22 August 2017 12:11:41 PM down, it's the lowest it's been in 40 years and I feel safe' A police officer will face court next month over an perhaps police don't need new powers." alleged drink driving offence at Greta, in the state’s The Commissioner did say however that the terrorism Central Hunter. powers, which allow police to pre-emptively target The offence allegedly occurred about 4.15pm yesterday terrorists with intentional kill shots, are needed to keep (Monday 21 August, 2017). up with the realities of modern crime. The female senior constable, who is attached to a "When you talk about modern policing around organised specialist command within the Northern Region, was crime and terrorism — they are new types of crimes," he issued with a Field Court Attendance Notice for refuse said. breath analysis, state false details, refuse road side "It is very difficult to police new crimes with old laws … breath test and drive while suspended. new types of crimes will often require new legislation for She is due to appear in Singleton Local Court on 14 us to address it effectively." September 2017. However, Commissioner Fuller was sharply criticised by The senior constable has been suspended without pay. the NSW Council for Civil Liberties president Stephen UPDATE: Operation Fragor – Commercial Blanks, who told the forum the recent bolstering of Explosives Amnesty – *** less than one month anti-terrorism powers appeared to be the result of remaining *** lobbying by the police force. The NSW Police Force today reminded the public there "The way in which these laws have been enacted look as is less than one month remaining for explosives to be though they've been pushed by a police agenda trying to legally surrendered under the Commercial Explosives get maximum power with minimal accountability." Amnesty. The new "lethal force" powers passed State Parliament The amnesty commenced on 15 March 2017 and will less than a month after they were announced by Premier end on 14 September 2017. Gladys Berejiklian. Acting Commander of the Counter Terrorism and But Commissioner Fuller defended the process, telling Special Tactics Command, Acting Assistant the forum the new laws had the same parliamentary Commissioner Mick Willing said the Commercial oversight as other new legislation. Explosive Amnesty provides a safe avenue for "Legislation may get rushed through but it still has to go members of the community to hand in explosives and through both sides of Parliament, there's a whole related hazardous materials to police, but there are only process that needs to occur," he said. three weeks remaining. "Yes, sometimes police want new legislation for issues “Five months into the amnesty and we have seen a but our voice at the table is no greater than anyone else." wide variety of explosives surrendered, but we’re sure there’s more out there. The NSW coroner recommended police be given greater “I’m renewing the appeal to members of the legal protection to shoot terrorist suspects dead when he community that if they have explosives on their prop- handed down his findings into the Lindt Cafe siege erty or in their house, to dispose of them legally and earlier this year. safely. Teen dies in motorbike crash – Hunter Valley “Apart from being illegal, the explosives can be Monday, 28 August 2017 02:04:06 AM dangerous as they become older and more unstable,” Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a Acting Assistant Commissioner Willing said. crash in the Hunter Valley yesterday that killed one Acting Assistant Commissioner Willing added the teenager and seriously injured another. amnesty is not the result of any threat. About 2.30pm (Sunday 27 August 2017), two 17-year- Below is a breakdown of the types of explosives old males were riding their motorcycles south along surrendered to date: Commission Road, Jerry Plains. Commercial Explosives – Excess of 110kg A Nissan Patrol was travelling north on Commission Black Powder – Excess of 20kg Road and as it rounded a bend the Nissan and the two Detonators – Excess of 3600 motorbikes have collided head-on. Safety Fuse – Excess of 800 metres One of the riders was thrown from his bike and died at Detonating Cord – Excess of 1700 metres the scene; while the second rider suffered serious injuries including fractures to his skull, arm and lower Acting Assistant Commissioner Willing said members CATHOLIC PARISH legs, as well as internal injuries. of the public who have explosives should contact their He was flown to John Hunter Hospital where he local police who will obtain details, including a photo remains in a serious condition. of the explosives and forward this information to the BRANXTON & SINGLETON The 59-year-old driver of the Nissan was taken to Rescue and Bomb Disposal Unit. Singleton Hospital for mandatory tests. “The member of the public will be contacted and an BRANXTON-GRETA PARISH MASS TIMES Officers from Hunter Valley Local Area Command appropriate time for collection of the material will be Thursday 9.20am Mass St Brigid’s Church Branxton attended the scene and commenced inquiries. arranged.” Investigations continue however no charges are Saturday 4.30pm Reconciliation and 5pm Mass St Brigid’s Branxton ‘Under no circumstances do we want members of the expected to be laid. public moving the explosives, or taking them to a po- Sunday 8am Mass St Catherine’s Church Greta lice station. SINGLETON PARISH MASS TIMES “The Amnesty does not authorise the transportation of explosives and it is an offence to do so. Branxton & Vine- Tuesday 6.00pm Mass St Patrick’s Singleton “The Amnesty is limited to the possession and storage Wednesday 9.20am Mass St Patrick’s Singleton of explosives. It does not authorise any person to move yards Real Estate or transport explosives without the required licence or Thursday 6.00pm Mass St Patrick’s Singleton security clearance,” Acting Assistant Commissioner Friday 9.20am Mass (4th Friday Anointing Mass) Willing said. 12 Clift Street, Branxton 2335 Saturday 9.20am Mass St Patrick’s Singleton The types of explosives covered by the amnesty in- nd clude: 2 Saturday 5pm Mass Broke • Black powder 4th Saturday 5pm Mass Glendonbrook • Nitro-glycerine based explosives Sunday 7am, 10am and 5pm Mass St Patrick’s Singleton • Watergel and Emulsion explosives 4938 3300 which is thought to cause migraines. stress and anxiety. They are more effective if you take Another option is a talking treatment them when the headache is begin- called cognitive behavioural therapy FROM PAGE 8 ning to develop. Triptans are avail- (CBT). A trained therapist can help Over-the-counter medicines able as tablets, dissolvable wafers, you challenge negative thoughts, You may find that over-the-counter nasal sprays or injections. feelings and behaviour to help reduce painkillers (such as aspirin, paraceta- Triptans are not recommended in stress and anxiety that may cause or mol and ibuprofen) help to relieve people who: make your migraines worse. the symptoms of your migraines. * have uncontrolled high blood You may wish to try acupuncture to Your body absorbs soluble painkill- pressure help relieve some of your symptoms, ers that you dissolve in water quicker * have had a stroke but there is little evidence to show than non-soluble ones so they may * have had a heart attack that it’s effective for migraines. be more effective. * are taking certain medicines – for Before trying it, speak to your GP You could also try a combination example ergotamines, lithium or and check that your acupuncturist painkiller (paracetamol) and anti- some antidepressant medicines. belongs to a recognised professional nausea medicine (metoclopramide). Check with your GP if you are preg- body. This can help relieve pain and may nant or breastfeeding. If you’re pregnant stop you vomiting and feeling Common side effects of using trip- Many medicines for migraines aren’t sick. Make sure you don’t take tans may include dizziness, feeling suitable if you’re pregnant or breast- additional paracetamol with this sick, vomiting, tiredness or sensa- feeding. Speak to your GP before combination product because too tions of tingling, heat, heaviness or taking any medicines for your mi- much paracetamol can harm your pressure in any part of the body. graines, even if they were prescribed liver. Other prescription medi- to you previously, as they may be Always read the accompanying cines harmful to your baby. consumer medicines information If you can’t take triptans or Prevention of migraine leaflet and if you have any questions, over-the-counter painkillers It’s important to learn to spot the ask your pharmacist or GP for ad- don’t work for you, your GP signs and triggers of your migraine vice. may prescribe non-steroidal to help prevent them. The easiest Triptans anti-inflammatory drugs or a way of doing this is by keeping a If over-the-counter painkillers don’t combination of anti-nausea diary about your migraines. help to ease your migraines, your GP medicine and painkillers. Keeping active by doing 30 minutes may prescribe other medicines Other treatments of exercise of moderate intensity on called triptans (also known as 5HT Although the cause of migraines is five or more days a week may also agonists). These work well in about unclear, stress and anxiety are help prevent migraines. two thirds of people and you may thought to make migraines worse. Preventive medicines need to try more than one before you Relaxation techniques such as yoga, If you get frequent or severe mi- find which medicine works best for meditation, muscle stretches and graines, your GP may prescribe you. controlled breathing exercises can medicines to help prevent them. Triptans stop the effects of serotonin, be useful in the management of

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2017 show, in trend terms you a tidy profit when you is vital to spend the demand to be modern and up says Janson. “Replacing with that the number of come to sell your property. money on the design of to date with clean and stylish a new modern door can add a owner-occupied finance Some projects will cost more how the occupant will fixtures and fittings,” he says. lot of wow and costs approxi- commitments decreased by than they will ever give you live in the area. For “As there are many mately $500. Even painting 0.2 per cent. If refinancing is back. So what are the most example kitchens are components to a bathroom it the door with a rich oil-based excluded, in trend terms, the lucrative projects to add now a lot larger areas is easy to over capitalise.” paint will give it a big lift. number of owner-occupied value to your home and give with bigger fridges and Repainting Make sure the front garden is finance commitments you the best return come ovens for entertaining “Renovations that help show tidy, lawns mowed and beds increased by 0.3 per cent and sales day? and more casual dining.” off a home’s qualities rather weeded. If garden beds are However when setting is the tenth consecutive Kitchen than detract from it have the bare, garden mulch is an easy News aside a budget for month of increases. Updating or replacing the best chance of providing a way to spark them up. Repair “In trend terms decreases kitchen is one of the top renovating it has to be good return,” says Weller. and paint the front fence. were recorded in New South renovations for profit consistent for a good “Painting is always a great Add a new house number and return. For example Wales, South Australia, recommended by Dan option to give a home a lift, letterbox.” Western Australia, Tasmania Mulcahy, founder and when renovating a with modern colours and Outdoor area and the Northern Territory managing director of kitchen it doesn’t work shades.” “There is a definite trend with South Australia having Mulcahy’s Construction fitting a $9000 Smeg “Paint is the most powerful towards upgrading outdoor the largest decrease of 1.2 per Group (MCG) in Melbourne, stove and renovation areas to more indoor outdoor cent. Increases were recorded which specialises in pre and having tool,” living,” says Harris. “An in Queensland, Victoria and post auction renovations. DIY agrees alfresco area in the past was a First home buyers returning to the Australian Capital “Modular kitchens can be a cup- Bernadette barbie on the patio where as housing market Territory which had the cost effective and fast way to boards. Janson, now the outdoor area is an largest increase of 1.0 per update the livability of a There director extra room, an all-weather cent. house or apartment,” says needs to and head extension of the house. The “In trend terms, the number Mulcahy. “Although we be consis- renovator money spent on a well- of established dwellings suggest using a custom tency at The designed all weather area purchase commitments kitchen builder wherever across the renovation. Be School Of Renovating in brings its returns when the decreased by 0.5 per cent possible as he will supply and realistic and look at the Sydney. “You can instantly sale sign goes up. The out- while new dwelling install the cabinets as well as big picture. modernise and refresh a tired door area is an emotional construction increased by 1.9 offer a warranty. Costs for a Bathroom ~ Update or property with a coat of paint driver for buyers. They see per cent and the purchase of basic custom kitchen add bathrooms. “The in a contemporary colour the area, imagine themselves new dwellings increased by installed will all plumbing, average number of scheme. If you need help with using it and already they are 1.3 per cent. electrical and tiling can be as bathrooms in new the colour scheme Dulux has sold on the lifestyle it offers.” “The June figures show that little at $10,000. This can dwellings has been a colour consultancy service With any home renovation the market is adjusting with add enormous appeal and increasing over time and for less than $200.” for profit Weller advises owner occupiers and first value to a property, with the this is being reflected in Street appeal planning renovations with a home buyers returning to the increase in value sometimes the renovation market as When renovating a home with broad audience in mind, market as investor activity being as much as $50 to well,” says says Greg resale in mind, improvements rather than injecting too The latest housing finance increased by 1.6 per cent for decreases in response to the $60,000.” Weller, spokesperson of that add to the street appeal of many personal tastes and figures released by the the month, following a 28.9 actions of the regulators and Builder Dean Harris who has the Housing Industry a home are always beneficial, preferences. “The last thing Australian Bureau of Statistics per cent increase the banks to limit bank lending to been renovating homes for Association. “There are says Weller. “Maximising the you want is for buyers to show that first home buyers are previous month and is the dampen investor demand for nearly 30 years in Sorrento, now on average 2.6 number of potential buyers factor post-sale renovations returning to the market as highest since October 2014, property,” Mr Gunning Victoria, agrees that well bathrooms per new that are enticed through the into the equation.” finance approvals for investor ” REIA President Malcolm concluded. designed kitchens and home,” he says. door is the first step towards “The same goes for poorly housing trend downward, Gunning said. bathrooms will bring a good If you are going to ensuring that the sale price done DIY renovations, according to the Real Estate “By contrast, the value of Which renovations return as “buyers don’t have renovate or add a bath- meets your expectations. With particularly in the kitchen or Institute of Australia (REIA). investment housing to do any work, they can just room it is important to this in mind, considering bathroom, which can be “The proportion of first home commitments decreased by offer the best move in”. have a clear budget set elements such as the garage off-putting for buyers,” he buyers, as part of the total owner 0.9 per cent in June in trend return when you “The emotional connection out from the beginning or modernising cladding says. “Always consider using -occupied housing finance terms following falls in the between buyers and of the project and always materials or colours are a a professional so that commitments, increased to 15.0 previous two months and is sell? imagining living in the house work to a fixed price, good place to start.” potential buyers can picture per cent and is the highest since well down from its 2015 they are buying is a big advises Mulcahy. The front door is an important themselves in the area for February 2014. The number of peak. Not all renovations will make driver so when renovating it “Bathrooms are an area element in the street appeal, many years to come.” first home buyer commitments “Overall the figures for June that buyers and tenants THE NEWS No. 461 WED 30 August 2017 ͽ 11 for many local authorities. Members say …. Conservationists are also concerned Controlling local Camphor Laurel about competition between Camphor INCREASED POLICE PRESENCE REQUESTED Laurel and native vegetation and the As most would know, the State Government is close to Last week, Cessnock City Council tend to inhibit large areas of land, possible exclusion of regenerating completing its expansion of Cessnock Gaol. The decision commenced the removal of Camphor replacing pasture and native native rainforests. to expand and increase the inmate population was made Laurel trees from key sites in vegetation, much like lantana. Cessnock City Council’s Weeds after the then Baird Government amended the law to Abermain and Swamp Creek, with Camphor Laurel, or Cinnamomum Control Staff are pleased with the allow such changes without proper debate in the the help of a $13,000 grant from camphora, is native to Taiwan, Japan outcome of this project so far and Parliament. Consultation with the community has been Hunter Local Land Services. and parts of China, but was look forward to seeing the lacklustre and requests made by Council ignored. This is This Camphor Laurel Containment introduced to Australia in the 1800s improvement to these two areas, something we as Labor candidates campaigned and Project forms part of Hunter Local and has since become an environ- including the regeneration and return doorknocked on in the lead up to the last local Land Services Regional Strategic mental weed. of the local native flora and fauna. government election. Residents were unequivocal in their Weeds Program which focuses on Because its high volume of seeds are “Camphor Laurel trees are demands for improved facilities and increased staffing of managing weed biosecurity risks spread by birds, the trees readily long-lived, with some being over 100 both Cessnock Hospital and Cessnock Police Station, to across the region. establish along riparian zones of years old and these mature trees are properly meet the increased demand that the expansion While Camphor Laurel trees may creeks and waterways, as well as usually large and expensive to will no doubt have. appear to be beautiful and shady, along fences and under powerlines, remove, which is why we were In light of this, Council recently resolved to formally they are actually very invasive and which has become a major problem pleased to receive funding to carry Clr Melanie Dagg ~ Cessnock request an increase to resources and Police numbers in out this project,” said Council’s City Councillor - Ward C the LGA together with consideration being given to Weeds Coordinator, Barry Shepherd. moving Branxton and Greta into the Central Hunter Area Cessnock City Council will continue Command. I note there has been a physical and online petition running for a couple of to work in partnership with Hunter years regarding Branxton Police Station. Also, Clayton Barr has long advocated for our Local Land Services to manage community on the various policing issues relating to our area, however so far such problem weeds across the region. advocacy has fallen on deaf ears. The safety of people and property is paramount so I am hopeful the Premier will seriously consider Council’s requests. I will provide an update on this issue in a future edition. TRAIN SERVICES IN THE SPOTLIGHT AGM th There has been a long-running campaign to increase the number of train services 20 September 2017 between Singleton and Newcastle, with the issue featuring on a recent Four Corners Mid Hunter Palliative Care program as part of a report on Huntlee. The story made special mention of the minimal Volunteers services from Branxton Station with the help of lobbyists from the Two More Trains Mid Hunter Palliative Care campaign. Maitland Mayoral Candidate, Loretta Baker also entered the fray recently, Volunteers demanding more train services and the recommencement of passenger trains between PO Box 91 Maitland and Cessnock. NSW Minister for Transport, Andrew Constance, was in the Hunter on Friday Singleton 2330 announcing increased bus services from Singleton to Newcastle, which will make stops T: 6572 2121 in Branxton and Greta along the way. Whilst not announcing more trains, the fact he F: 6572 2126 was here shows the Government is listening. M: 0407 072 610 With the population exponentially rising in our townships this issue will no doubt Sue Pope become increasingly important. A continued and coordinated campaign will ensure Coordinator pressure remains on Macquarie Street to deliver the adequate and convenient public transport that city folk take for granted. LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS With the upcoming local government elections fast approaching I have received a number of calls from people unsure if they need to vote. In short, if you pay your rates to Singleton or Cessnock Councils, then no - you do not need to vote. Cessnock and Singleton were spared the farce of the State Government's forced council amalgamations, which meant we went to the polls in September 2016. Elections for all other councils who faced a potential merger were postponed to allow the Government time to sort out the mess. Whilst the final decision on mergers is yet to be made, these councils including Maitland, Dungog, Port Stephens and Newcastle will now head to the polls on September 9. If you need assistance with local government issues, contact me via email [email protected] or phone 0409 404 898. Cheers, Mel

Last week Cessnock City Councils tree-felling contractors attacked an old, large tree that sat precariously close to the Rotunda at Branxton Oval. Because of old growth the tree, which was about 12 cubic metres, was declared a dangerous hazard and had to come down. Within 4 hours with the help of a huge crane & many helpers the tree was gone.

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BRANXTON & VINEYARDS REAL ESTATE P:P: 49384938 33003300 MILO T20 BLAST comes to BRANXTON The progressive Greta-Branxton United Cricket Club has established the first MILO T20 Blast Centre in Cessnock and is set to run this Summer. MILO T20 Blast is a super fun, social and safe cricket program for boys and girls aged 7-12. After learning the basic skills in MILO in2CRICKET, MILO T20 Blast allows kids to experience modified games using light weight equipment in a format that promotes non-stop involvement and equal participation. The national program was developed to ensure young cricketers can progress with confidence from MILO in2CRICKET through to junior hardball cricket. Greta-Branxton has been at the forefront of providing young members of the community with opportunities to play cricket having run the MILO in2CRICKET program for many seasons. MILO T20 Blast is like a game of backyard cricket involving teams of 8 playing games on modified fields. A soft ball is used reducing the need for protective equipment to be worn. “MILO T20 Blast plays an important part in the Australian Cricket Pathway providing the transition between MILO in2CRICKET and junior competition” Cricket NSW Hunter Manager Neil McDonald said. “I am very confident that Greta-Branxton United Cricket Club volunteers will run a fantastic MILO T20 Blast centre for the local community this season” he added. MILO T20 Blast has proved very popular across the nation and the Hunter is no different with hundreds of players participating each season. The program provides a contemporary format of cricket with a maximum of 90 minutes playing time. All equipment is supplied and the games take place on Wednesday afternoons at Miller Park Branxton. The establishment of a centre at Branxton will create the opportunity for boys and girls from surrounding areas to join in the fun and excitement generated by the program which is professionally coordinated and aligned with the Big Bash League and includes all the music, dancing, colour and excitement of this popular competition. Register today with Greta-Branxton United Cricket Club at www.playcricket.com.au At Friday night services, Morris went to THE NEWS Issue 461 WEDNESDAY 30 August 2017 ͽ 14 BRANXTON his friend Irving and said, "Irving, I need a favour - I'm having an affair with the Family friendly celebration at the Pastors wife. Can you hold him in the church for an hour after services for me?" Broke Village Fair! Irving not very fond of the idea, but Sunday, 10th September, being Morris' lifelong friend, he re- luctantly agreed. 9am – 3pm After services, he struck up a conversation with the Pastor asking him all sorts of stupid questions in an effort to keep him occupied. After some time, the wise Pastor became suspicious and asked, "Irving what are you really up to with all this?" Irving, filled with feelings of guilt and remorse, confessed to the Pastor "I'm sorry Pastor, my friend Morris is having an affair with your wife right now and asked me to keep you occupied." The wise Pastor smiled and, putting a brotherly hand on Irving's shoulder, said "Irving I think you'd better hurry home, my wife died two years ago!"

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By 1994, Macomber began releasing single-title novels. Her first hardcover was released in 2001. In 2002, Macomber realized that she wanted to write books focusing more on women and their friendships. Thursdays at Eight was her first departure from the traditional romance novel into contemporary women's fiction. In most years since 1986, Macomber has released a Christmas-themed book or novella. Macomber's novels focus on delivering the message of the story and do not include detailed descriptive passages. Her heroines tend to be optimists, and the "stories are resolved in a manner that leaves the reader with a feeling of hope and happy expectation." Many novels take place in small, rural towns, with her Cedar Cove series loosely based on her own hometown, Port Orchard, Wash- ington. Because of her Christian beliefs, Macomber does not include explicit sexual details in her books, although they do contain sensuality. around. along. Over 170 million copies of her books are in print throughout the world. This His offer to The story is told in Matter of Marriage, became a made-for-TV-movie in 1998. Three of help Shay is a first-person, alternating Macomber's novels have been made into Hallmark television movies: "Debbie REVIEW lifeline for chapters between Shay’s Macomber's Mrs. Miracle", "Call Me Mrs. Miracle", and "Trading Christmas", Debbie based on Macomber's novel "When Christmas Comes". both of them. and Drew’s perspectives. MACOMBER Macomber also now writes inspirational nonfiction, including cookbooks and As their This approach presents a children's books. Macomber owns a yarn store in Port Orchard, Washington attraction goes, well-balanced storyline that “Any Dream Will and there is a Debbie Macomber line of knitting pattern books. few people see moves seamlessly. Do” In July 2013, the Hallmark Channel began airing its first-ever original, scripted Shay in this Macomber makes her series based on her Cedar Cove book series. Macomber is the series developer light. The characters work for their & and executive producer. congregation happily-ever-after, and the has been payoff for readers is ͽ The above ‘best selling’ lists are from USA (NY Times), the UK & The Top 10 world of rainbow perfection patiently waiting for Drew to outstanding. Australia; diverse & different but good reading in all. Shay’s past and a secret that Hallmark has created in emerge from mourning and Fiction threaten to end her dreams bringing Macomber’s works it seems everyone has the of a future for good. to the screen. Instead, ideal woman for him. No Bestseller List I don’t typically read a lot in © Nielsen BookScan the romance genre, Macomber offers readers a one is backing Shay, except although I used to. It’s just gritty tale of redemption and Drew and his children. not my favourite anymore. hope. There is chemistry between Shay Benson loved her However, I do make an Her flawed characters Drew and Shay, though younger brother, Caden, so exception for Debbie stumble through issues of neither has enough much she would do anything Macomber, as her class as they struggle with the experience to truly know for him. That “anything” characters and stories are growing attraction and how to explore it. Watching landed her in prison, where usually so engrossing. Any eventual relationship between them test the waters is de- Caden left her to her fate. Dream Will Do was no Shay Benson and pastor lightful. Now, after having served exception, and Shay has a Drew Douglas. Each is surrounded by her time, Shay is determined dark past that left her Shay grows up poor in supporting characters who to start her life over and struggling to find herself in Seattle with many of the enrich the storyline. forge a future she can be her present. These problems that seem a Macomber doesn’t proud of, leaving Caden— characters face many prerequisite to modern-day sugar-coat the classist and obstacles as they slowly and the rest of her bad poverty: violence from an judgmental rejection Shay grow to love each other, memories—behind. Home- abusive parent and an receives from Drew’s less and with nowhere to go, and their struggles are believable and realistic. If abusive boyfriend and more congregation. Their Shay enters a church bad choices than good ones. hypocritical refusal to looking for a warm place to you’re looking for some light She spends three years in accept Shay because she spend the night, and maybe reading with a great mes- some answers. sage, Any Dream Will Do is prison for embezzlement, but has a prison record is Pastor Drew is struggling to a great choice. she was basically stupid stinging. raise his children in the enough to believe her Shay’s transformation from wake of his wife’s death Flawed characters find younger brother was going to cynical felon to a woman three years ago. All he can joy in ‘Any Dream Will get the money back to her with hopes and dreams is feel is the pain of her loss, Do’ before it was discovered key to the narrative, but so and everything else, By Jean Marie Brown missing. is Drew’s emergence from including the kids and his Debbie Macomber‘s latest, She is released at midnight grief. In one deft scene, church, takes a backseat. “Any Dream Will Do,” and takes a bus back to Drew’s children are Desperate for a change, greets readers with an Seattle with no clue on how surprised to see him smil- Drew goes to his church inviting front door framed to restart her life. The bus ing because he has been sad looking for answers, and with gorgeous blooms. But drops her in front of a church for so long. meets Shay, another and Shay wanders in seeking Macomber introduces seeker. The two become this is a nod to the adage of not judging a book by its answers and a place to keep readers in the prologue to friends as Drew tries to help warm. the hard knocks of Shay’s Shay get back on her feet. cover. While in a pew in back of the life. It’s bleak and Their friendship blossoms “Any Dream Will Do” into something more, until doesn’t create the antiseptic church, Drew is at the front, depressing. Shay’s trying to find a way out of the bitterness with her lot in cloud of grief from his wife’s life is palatable. death that has shrouded his There’s never an effort to life and that of their two hide Shay’s past. Instead, children. He is in crisis, his the skeletons of her life ministry is lagging and he refuse to stay in the closet doesn’t know how to turn it and help push the story Branxton & Vineyards Real Estate 4938 3300

12 Clift Street BRANXTON ...... for all your Real Estate needs music both soothing and albeit in an abbreviated form. pathos and dry humour. Though ͽ THE NEWS No. 461 WEDNESDAY 30 Aug 2017 17 interesting to play & he did lead Aughey’s performances of his Polish accent sometimes a very interesting life. “Prelude In E Minor”, “Waltz slips when Chopin is angry, this There’s more to Chopin than his wonderful music Critique In C Sharp Minor” and “Etude is a small nitpick in what is “Accomplished actor/pianist No 3, Opus 10: Tristesse” are overall an intensely charismatic Adelaide, Perth and Newcastle Phil Aughey delivers an more conventional, though no performance. to appreciative audiences and impressive performance on two less technically impressive. For fans of the composer, rave reviews. fronts with Chopin’s Last Tour – The dramatic component of the Chopin’s Last Tour is a must see It was researched, written and performing six of the great show, in which Aughey relates event at this year’s Adelaide performed by local Branxton man’s most iconic compositions Chopin’s struggles with illness, Fringe Festival. man - Phillip Aughey. with impeccable precision, and difficulties in forming long term Benjamin Orchard” Phil has been operating his in between, regaling the relationships, the mixed critical theatre company, Anvil Creek audience with impassioned reaction to his work and the Theatre, for 16 years & dramatic monologues “in political turmoil of the times in currently, there are three of his character” as Chopin himself. which he lived contain a ͏ Photo above ~ Accomplished actor/ plays in production. The musical highlights include a surprisingly balanced mix of pianist Phil Aughey He has lived at Branxton since strident treatment of 1991. “Etude No I2, Opus 10: He is also the initiator and Revolutionary” and a director of the Newcastle melancholy rendition of Fringe. “Nocturne No 20 in C A classically trained pianist, Phil Sharp Minor”. The very has given numerous classical familiar “Fantasie recitals in Singleton, Cessnock Impromptu”, probably and Maitland for charity. He also Chopin’s most famous has a BA in Communications, composition, also majoring in Theatre. makes an appearance, Dianne Preston Phil said that writing Accounting & is his greatest talent with Taxation Services 3 plays, a novel (another on the way) and a screenplay to his credit. Asked why Internationally acclaimed, question ... "What was this man, he wrote a "Chopin's Last Tour" (a play who wrote such wonderful play about about classical composer music, like as a person? What Frederick Frederick Chopin), is being were his circumstances, where Chopin Phil performed at the Singleton Civic did he come from, what said that Centre, 14 Queen St on influenced him, who were his besides the Saturday the 9th September at lovers and what was he doing in fact that he 7:30 - {tickets $25 at the door}. Scotland in 1848?", said Phil. is his This play tells the life story of This production, which has now favourite Chopin through his ‘feelings’ been performed 69 times, has composer, and "live" piano. It answers the been to Edinburgh, Sydney, he find his

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To speed up promotion but never got animations become laggy. you don’t use, then click on these apps, you should install around to it, there's still Many people put this down the ‘disable’ button to rid a fast microSD card in your nothing stopping you from to the realities of their phone them from your life. phone if you wish to expand downloading a free copy of getting older, and start Disable animations its storage. why screenwriters were so TWA pilot whose circle Windows 10 from thinking about upgrading to One way to make your phone For the best performance, American Made (15) ★★★★☆ Microsoft's servers. something new. feel faster to use is to remove you should opt for a microSD drawn to him. (Barry also of acquaintance ends up Free Upgrade for Assistive But before you hand over all system animations. You’d card with a UHS Speed Class Doug Liman, 115 mins, features in the Netflix se- stretching all the way Technology Users some hard-earned cash for a be surprised how much of a of 3. This is denoted on the starring: Tom Cruise, ries Narcos.) from Escobar in Colombia Microsoft has continued to new smartphone, there are difference this makes, as card by a U icon with a 3 in Caleb Landry Jones, Director Doug Liman is to Panamanian military offer free Windows 10 some things that can be done many phones use long and the middle. U3 microSD Domhnall Gleeson, Jesse telling two separate stories hardman Manuel Noriega upgrades to those who use to speed up your phone attractive animations to cards are rated for 30 MB/s Plemons, Sarah Wright, here. On the one hand, this in Panama and Lieuten- the operating system's experience, and some things improve the visual feel of sequential writes, and that’s Jayma Mays is a cautionary tale about ant Colonel Oliver North, assistive technologies. You that do utterly nothing. their software typically fast enough for Tom Cruise gives one of America’s bungled foreign the figure at the centre of may not think you qualify for What Doesn’t Work implementation. Speed smartphones. his finest screen perform- policy and war on drugs the Iran-Contra affair. that, but according to the Clearing apps from the app demons will want to remove Remove widgets ances in American Made, (“just say no!”) in the (Coincidentally, Liman’s company's list of accessibility switcher these animations to make This tip is straightforward. a film which allows the Reagan era. 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The irony is that Barry has ested in his role as an from Windows 10's reduced free up system resources like section of your phone and and you should see better Instead, Cruise plays a all the traits of the characters important pawn on the animations. RAM. However it’s no find the build number. Tap performance in some Further, the upgrade page longer 2008: Android has on the build number seven circumstances. gleefully amoral, reckless Cruise usually plays. He is geopolitical chess board. explicitly says that "We are been managing RAM usage times to unhide the developer Use Chrome’s Data Saver and sleazy opportunist an expert pilot who is enter- Nor is he particularly not restricting the upgrade and system resources menu. mode who prides himself on prising and very courageous. concerned with money, of offer to specific assistive extremely well for years Then head into the developer This is a tip that can not only “having a finger in every Barry can land a plane on a which he ends up having technologies. If you use now. The OS automatically options, and find the speed up your phone, but also pie”. He takes drugs, tiny runway deep in the so much that the local assistive technology on suspends and closes apps following three options: save you valuable mobile moons for the camera and Colombian jungle. (It goes bank keeps it in a special Windows, you are eligible for you’re not using, freeing up window animation scale, data. Chrome’s Data Saver hangs out with Pablo without saying that Cruise vault. the upgrade offer." RAM for whatever apps you transition animation scale, mode compresses web pages Escobar in Colombia. did all his own stunts.) He is One of his most engaging Note: The terms "assistive" are using. The process and animator duration scale. by approximately 30 percent, In the 1970s, Cruise’s chivalrous, generous and qualities is that he lives and "accessibility" appear to requires no user intervention Set all three options to ‘off’, reducing web page loading character Barry Seal be- reliable, “the crazy gringo entirely in the present. and without much fuss your times on slow connections, be used interchangeably and and consistently works away came one of the youngest who always delivers” as he He’s not prey to remorse. phone will feel a good bit especially on handsets with an MSDN blog post about in the background. pilots in TWA history. is characterised. He rolls with the punches. faster to use. fast processors. It’s a handy this subject points to the In fact by closing apps in the Barry had plenty going Liman plays on Cruise’s If he is beaten up, ar- above-linked accessibility app switcher, you can Free up storage space feature to enable if you use If you’re running low on Chrome as your main web for him – good looks, a biggest quality as a movie rested, threatened at gun- page for further information actually slow down your decent job, a beautiful and actor, his likability, but then point or forced to take off about assistive technologies. phone. Apps suspended in internal storage space, your browser. devoted wife in Lucy shows the character behav- from a runway that’s far Assuming your conscience is RAM are much faster to phone can start to slow down (Sarah Wright). Bored ing in a despicable fashion. too short to be safe, he’ll clear enough to continue and resume than apps you’ve as flash storage performance To enable Data Saver, head you're coming from a copy of closed entirely. If you keep typically degrades when the into Chrome, open the and with bills to pay, he We always root for him accept whatever misfor- Windows 7, 8 or 8.1, the closing everything, your storage approaches capacity. settings screen, find the data dabbled in a little low- anyway, whichever paymas- tune comes his way and upgrade process couldn't be phone will have to spend And flash storage saver menu, and turn it on. level cigar smuggling. ter he is trying to please at simply move on. simpler: Just head to more time slowly performance can be the Resetting your phone This was what brought any given time. The story comes with Microsoft's accessibility re-launching apps from biggest limiting factor in how This is a last resort option. him to the attention of the Barry is the kind of charis- many layers of irony. website, download the scratch, and you’re not fast apps load, and how fast Before you get frustrated and CIA and of his very strait- matic sleazeball that James Barry is self-motivated, program listed on their up- actually freeing up system your phone is in general. throw away your slow phone laced, office-bound han- Woods used to portray in hard working and always grade page, and install your resources as Android already On top of that, lots of for something newer, it could dler Monty Schafer films like Salvador and The cheerful. He is indeed free copy of Windows 10. does this in the background. Android apps rely on data be worth giving it a factory (Domhnall Gleeson). It Boost. “Goddam, you’re “American made” and As of writing, there is no end The only legitimate reason to caches to speed up the reset to see if it speeds up was a period when the CIA!” he exclaims when he that’s why so many US date to the free Windows 10 close an app in the app experience; if apps are again. Often this works Cold War was in full gets stung by Schafer for the government agencies end fighting for cache space, wonders, and restores your upgrade program for assistive switcher is if it’s not working swing. first time. A more conven- up competing with each you’ll also see slowdowns. phone to how it operated out tool users, but Microsoft says correctly. Boot it from the In no time at all, Barry tional movie hero would be other to sling him behind it will make a public app switcher, re-launch it, It's typically a good idea to of the box. The downside? It keep 10 to 15 percent of your deletes all your apps and was spying in Central utterly dismayed at being bars. announcement before and the system will have to America for the CIA, caught smuggling. Barry, Cruise still has that smirk- stopping the offer. load everything from scratch, phone’s storage free at all (optionally) your data as smuggling cocaine into though, reacts with a child- ing, mischievous quality Use an Old Windows 7 or hopefully correcting times. But even if your phone well, so be sure to back up Florida for the Medellin like glee at actually meeting he first brought to the 8.1 Key whatever issue you were isn’t that full, removing junk everything before you Another known and still experiencing. can help performance at proceed. cartel in Colombia and a real spy… and then he screen in Risky Business available loophole to score a What Works times. The best way to free The factory reset feature can helping to arm the begins to play the angles. all those years ago. We free Windows 10 upgrade is Uninstalling and/or up space is to uninstall apps be hidden in a “Contra” rebels President The film is set in the late soon realise that Barry to enter valid Windows 7 or disabling junk apps you don’t use (as we talked variety of Reagan hoped would Seventies and early Eighties. isn’t such a departure for Windows 8 product keys into Many Android apps like to about earlier) and offload settings menus, topple the Communist That allows Liman to throw him after all. It’s a role the Windows 10 installer -- run background processes. your captured photos and however on regime in Nicaragua. in lots of disco, cheesy that nobody else could or later in the operating The more apps you have videos to a PC or to the most phones As he flew his missions, graphics and newsreel foot- have played better. system. installed on your smart- cloud. If you’d rather not do it’s under the Barry excelled in pitting age of Reagan’s folksy and We expected Microsoft to phone, the more background either of those things, you Backup and Reset heading. In every side against the eccentric TV addresses to close this activation processes you’ll likely be can clear out your cache data. there, you’ll find the factory other and in taking as the nation. Those with plenty of storage data reset function. Click on workaround soon after it was running. Background much money as possible American Made is an exam- space probably shouldn’t it and follow the prompts to uncovered (a year ago), but processes consume CPU both from Uncle Sam and ple of the idea of “six de- as it turns out, it's still wide cycles, potentially slowing clear out cache files that do wipe your phone, then set it help performance at times, up from scratch once more. from Escobar and his grees of separation” in ac- open. I created a virtual your phone down and cronies. It is easy to see tion. Barry is the humble ex- machine and installed reducing its battery life. but those struggling to keep THE NEWS No.461 WED 30 Aug 2017 ͽ 19 You can e-mail, fax or simply drop your WD or NSWD into our office:- 12 Clift Street, NOT SO Branxton or Fax: 4938 3301 or & ines ines and E-mail: [email protected] All contributions welcome V W ‘Let us celebrate the occasion with wine and sweet words’ Plautus The North Rothbury Fire Brigade recently had 7 calls in 4 days in North Rothbury. Three have been close to the village on Wine Country Drive. It ...... enjoying the Hunter Wine lifestyle with appears there is a fire bug. Please keep an eye out for anything suspicious and Andrew Marsh of Marsh Estate Winery, Pokolbin let’s catch them before he/she causes loss of life or property! In our last issue we published the following ... To the person who stole my sons tools from his ute Thursday night the 10th August. You have left him devastated. He is a first year Thommo smiled ever apprentice, without these tools of trade he is unable to perform his job and the replacement cost of so slightly, lifted his the tools is around $2000, which on apprentice wages is an extreme burden to bear. We hope you head from the glass utilise the tools as much as he was! Just after it was published an elderly gentleman and replied, "I don't from Greta, Bob, came to our office and offered any tools he has in his shed. “A know ...... I had my lifetime of tools are there & I’m too old to make use of them,” he said. I contacted them and they nose in the did exactly that. I received a note of appreciation ~ “Thank you to Bob from Greta. You are a glass...... what do you wonderful and interesting man, your generosity it will never be forgotten” guys think?" Remember the painted "ducks crossing" on Broke Road near the entrance to what is Classified’s Classified’s now Hunter Valley Cost:- For one-off domestic advertising The News will not charge you. 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Phone Caron there to nurture and guide what they naturally receive from Remember about 80% of every drunken Guitar Lessons: Branxton. Limited places available. Please 0416 128 701 and debauched story you've ever heard in inquire soon. P 4938-3380 or 0409-038-271. Work Wanted: Lawns properties, mowing, trimming, the vineyard. Some winemakers are lucky and have very removals, maintenance. Paul 0478103814 or 49987567 good vineyards to start with while others are forced to do the Valley? No? I just thought you might Microchipping: Cats and Dogs, all sizes and breeds, will come to you. $20 per animal, please call Angela on 0431649947. Work Wanted: Sick of cleaning, cooking dinner, washing. their best with a varying degree of quality fruit from a because Thommo doesn't seem to know Call me! Taking bookings now. Professional and reliable anything about ....well....anything! Mobile Travel Agent : 20 yrs experience. 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That P Shaun: 0416 226 538 the industry, the Australian Government or any other body Share accommodation: Close to transport & shops, quiet little boy grew up around vineyards and street Branxton; off street parking. $150p/w includes power & GO TO FOR FURTHER DETAILS ...... does not regulate the Australian wine industry in this re- wineries and winemaking and that water P: 0423 288 067 https://www.facebook.com/groups/ gard. confidence evolves from that upbringing. Many, if not most wineries in the Hunter Valley contract Thommo has a great sense of humour winemake. There have been a lot of new labels born in the and can have people in stitches while he last five to eight years in the Hunter, all made by himself just sports a very cheeky smile. The “For your Diary” section of The News is a FREE community service. contractors. There is an old saying that “if you can make One minute he’s playing the clown, the wine in the Hunter, you can make wine anywhere.” I next he’s in deep conversation about won’t go into that but I will say this. There is one whether the 1987 reds or whites were winemaker that in my personal opinion has seemed to defy better. Which brings me to why Thommo the odds when it comes to the “Wine is made in the is undoubtedly in the top 5 vineyard” motto. winemakers in the country. Tue 29 Aug – Brnxt Public School Book Week Celebration Tue 10 Oct ~ “Night Time Bingo’ at Greta Workers Club 7pm Originally from McLaren Vale in South Australia and born He spent years at Tyrrell's making with Costume Parade start into a winemaking family, Andrew Thomas understands Sat 2 & Sun 3 Sept ~ Open Gardens & Art Trail sponsored by Tues 10 Oct ~ B/G CWA Staff Room, old St Brigids School, predominantly red wine after growing up Lake Macquarie Garden Club to raise funds for HMRI Station St, Branxton the game of winemaking like few others. It will probably in an area where red wine prevails. To Sat 2 Sept ~ Cat/Kitten Show at Greta Arts & Sports Commu- Wed 11 Oct ~ Brxt Annual ‘Dress in Pink High Tea’ & fash- not surprise you to learn that “Thommo” is ex-Tyrrell's, then begin a wine contracting business, nity Hall ion extravaganza. 10am Brxt Community Hall working alongside the great Andrew Spinaze, as head red making not only standout red wines but Tues 5 Sept ~ Lions Club of Branxton monthly meeting; 4pm Sun 15 Oct ~ St Brigid’s Markets 9am ~ 1pm winemaker. Tyrrell's is a breeding ground for exceptional mind-blowing whites in the formative at Branxton Golf Club Sat 21 Oct ~ Greta Camp Family Get-Together talent and I truly believe Thommo has taken his years of his business, from such a wide Thur 7 Sept ~ Kirkton Public School ‘Kindergarten Orientation OCT/NOV B/G CWA Land Cookery/Product Promotion winemaking to a seriously new level in his new life as a scope of different vineyards of varying Program 9am ~ 12 noon. Phone 6574 7152 for further details (Native Finger Lime) Day, Venue and Date TBA. contract winemaker. quality, is testament to his skill or as I Sat 9 Sept ~ Elderslie Hall Bush Dance Tues 7 Nov ~ Lions Club of Branxton monthly meeting; 4pm This article is probably a little overdue as Thommo has Sun 10 Sept ~ Online Registration closes for Cessnock at Branxton Golf Club rightly put it before – gift. I do not District Netball Assoc Summer Comp Tues 14 Nov ~ B/G CWA Staff Room, old St Brigids School, been contracting for a few years but it is difficult for me to believe wine shows are always a direct Tues 12 Sept ~ B/G CWA Staff Room, old St Brigids School, Station St, Branxton write about someone on a professional level when their indication of quality but Thommo’s Station St, Branxton Sun 19 Nov ~ St Brigid’s Markets 9am ~ 1pm personality is on par with their chosen field. I’ve always record in the last few years on the show Fri 15 Sept ~ Brxt Public School Infants’ Athletics Carnival Tues 5 Dec ~ Lions Club of Branxton monthly meeting; 4pm wondered how I would divide an article about such a circuit vindicates my reasoning that very Fri 15 Sept ~ Opening night of Spring Art Fair at Cessnock at Branxton Golf Club passionate and gifted being, coupled with such staunch few share his talent. Regional Art Gallery (3 days) Fri 8 Dec ~ 2017 Christmas Spectacular at Branxton Golf larrikinism (which is such a Hunter legacy that I should be Last Christmas Thommo sat down next Sat 16 Sep ~ Join us in watching the Movie ~ For Refresh- Course used to it). Do I write about Andrew Thomas or Thommo. to me and ever so humbly told me that a ments & Nibbles. Reading Cinemas Ken Tubman Dr, Maitland Tues 12 Dec ~ B/G CWA Staff Room, old St Brigids School, I still don’t know! Tickets $20 – available at op shop Please contact Margaret – Station St, Branxton Semillon he made had received a very 0428 838 434 Sun 17 Dec ~ St Brigid’s Markets 9am ~ 1pm During a serious wine tasting several years ago, a group of prestigious award. Sun 17 Sep ~ St Brigid’s Markets 9am ~ 1pm Hunter Valley Vineyards us were assessing some Shiraz and I was thoroughly “You’re the best red winemaker I know Wed 20 Sept ~ AGM Mid Hunter Palliative Care Volunteers Concerts keeping a check on Thommo who spoke quite candidly … you can’t also be the best white as Mid Hunter Palliative Care Volunteers. PO Box 91, Singleton SAT 21 October 2017 Opera in the Vineyards about the wines yet with pinpoint precision. He was asked well!” I enthused, patting him hard on 2330 T: 6572 2121 F: 6572 2126 M: 0407 072 610 Sue Pope SAT 21 October 2017 Midnight Oil: The Great Circle with to comment on the final wine aloud to the group and with the back. While most would glow red Coordinator special guests Birds of Tokyo & Ash Grunwald an intense and very serious and convincing pose he swilled and shuffle their feet in modesty, Thur 21 Sept ~ Kirkton Public School ‘Kindergarten Orienta- his glass, stuck his nose in for a second, swilled it again, Thommo simply looked back at me with tion Program 9am ~ 12 noon. Phone 6574 7152 for further only to put his nose back and let out an absolutely ripping details that cheeky grin…“Why not?” Thur 21 Sept ~ Branxton VIEW Club donna-lou Fashion "fart" to which we all laughed uncontrollably. Thommo Parade @ Branxton Community Hall remained as serious as ever and after a few more seconds Tue 3 Oct ~ Lions Club of Branxton monthly meeting; 4pm at of assessing the wine the winemaster asked Thommo “So Cheers Andrew Branxton Golf Club what do you think?”

20 ͽ THE NEWS No. 461 WED 30 Aug 2017 Last week students in Stage 2 and Stage 3 partici- Branxton Public pated in activities for the Premier’s Spelling Bee. School Well done to all those students who did their per- sonal best. Two representatives from each Stage have been chosen to com- pete at the Regional final at Rutherford PS on Wednes- day 13th September. Repre- senting Stage 2 will Cooper and Jason and Stage 3 will be represented by Blake and Zander. We wish them the best of luck and we know that they will represent our school with pride and hon- our. On Friday 11th August, 47 BPS students travelled to Fred Harvey Oval at Wood- berry for the Zone Athletics Carnival. Well done to all the students who competed ͽ Happy Campers and achieved their personal News best. Thanks must go to Mr Brecard and Mr Foster for accompanying the team, and to the parents and caregivers for their support and transportation. Branxton PS has nine students joining the Maitland Zone team for the Hunter Regional Carnival on Friday 1st September at Glendale. We wish these stu- dents every success on that day. Congratulations to our Stage 2 students who showed Respect, Greta Public School Responsibility and their Personal Best during the Great Aussie Bush With Sarah-Jane Hazell Camp excursion last week. It was Relieving Principal, Greta Public School great to see the students challeng- ing themselves and working to-

gether as a team. A big thank you Book Week 2017 at Greta Public School to the parent helpers who accompa- What a week it has been! Our celebration of books and nied the students (especially the 3 reading has been a great success. We kicked off our dads who celebrated their birthdays week with a wonderful launch of our refurbished library at camp). Thank you also to the attended by a range of community members. We were staff who coordinated this excur- sion and attended with the stu- dents. There are some wonderful pictures from the excursion posted on our school Facebook page. ͽ Stage 3 Spelling Bee In Week 6 we had a visit from Bronwyn as part of the Com- monwealth Bank’s Start Smart program. She and Captain Cash talked to the students about how to make clever deci- sions with money – “Speed to your needs and wait for your wants!” Please support our school’s Earn and Learn sticker collec- tion through Wool- worths. Sheets to fill have been sent home and extra stickers can be sent into school. This program helps ͽ Just hanging around at camp our school to pur- chase extra resources for our classrooms. Our Parent Information session for Kindergarten 2018 was ͽ At Camp well at-

very surprised and grateful to receive a donation to the library from Dr J. Jyoti who attended the event. ͽ At Camp We had an author, Katrina McKelvey and illustrator, Kirrili Lonergan work with groups of students, a tended and it was lovely to both new and familiar faces in the crowd. Our first school visit is on performance from Maitland library, and a book Friday 3rd November so make sure your enrolment parade that was attended by a large group of parents, forms are returned by the end of term. Kindergar- grandparents and friends. Many thanks to our ten enrolments are still being accepted. Just pop in amazing families for their support of the Book Fair – to see the friendly Office Staff or phone the school on 49381214 for more information if you we sold lots of books and the profits will be used to ͽ Capt. Cash {Bronwyn} continue to enhance our library. have a little person to enrol for 2018.

Congratulations to our fairy godmother, Mrs Orr (she Dates for the Calendar Friday 15th September – Infants’ Athletics Carnival also plays the role of teacher librarian when not weaving magic) who has done an excellent job of At Branxton Public School students, staff and community are co-ordinating a wonderful week for our students. Respectful, Responsible and achieve their Personal Best. 21 ͽ THE NEWS No. 461 WEDNESDAY 30 August 2017 Detailed saleyard report

Annual Land and Stock Returns vital for market access Land managers across the Hunter region have been reminded to lodge their annual land and stock return by the end of the month or face additional charges on next year’s rates notice. Saleyard report - cattle More than 19,000 land managers across the Hunter region who pay Local Land Services rates or have a Property Identification Code received their annual return Singleton report date 23/8/17 notice during June. Yarding 478 ~ Change –142 (Comparison Date 16/8/17) The information collected from more than 150,000 annual returns helps Local Change 205 Land Services build a statewide picture of agricultural use and livestock numbers. Numbers were hard to source this week, with many local cattle sold earlier in the season General Manager Brett Miners said it was important to complete a land and stock return—even if land managers have no stock. when prices were higher. The bulk entered the younger categories and quality was mixed. There were ample percentages in “Collecting this information is an essential part of understanding the state’s prime condition and suitable for the butcher orders. The market trend overall was firm, with only quality in places biosecurity risks and ensuring that domestic and export livestock markets remain contributing to any price variations. The over 200kg vealer steers returning to the paddock averaged 286c before topping at open for NSW producers,” Mr Miners said. 302c/kg. The same weight heifer portion to the restockers and backgrounders eased 4c, making from 234c to 284c/kg. “Along with the stock identification and traceability systems Local Land Services Medium weight yearling steers also to restocker orders remained firm at 254c to 284c/kg. The prime conditioned younger manages, the information is invaluable in the event of an emergency disease cattle to the butchers sold to solid competition, with prices for the higher yielding pens consistently in the 320c to 360c/kg outbreak, such as avian influenza or Hendra virus.” range. The returns are essentially a census for livestock on 30 June each year and include Cows improved in quality and numbers lifted, week-on-week, as prices gained 8c/kg. The plainer 2 scores averaged 201c, all stock six months of age or older, regardless of whether they belong to the with the better finished heavy weights making from 202c to 222c/kg. landholder, are agisted or on the property for any other reason. “NSW produce is free of many of the pests and diseases found in other parts of the Scone report date 22/8/17 world,” Mr Miners said. Yarding 899 ~ Change – 41 (Comparison Date 15/8/17) “That is why Local Land Services works with land managers to monitor herds and Consignments dropped for a fair to good quality offering of mainly younger cattle, with flocks and share up-to-date advice and information. a far better selection of grown steers and bullocks this week. Trends on average for the “In the Hunter region, the range of stock includes, but is not limited to cattle, lot feeder and restocker cattle were cheaper, with the drawing area remaining dry, sheep, goats, pigs and poultry flocks. however competition was solid for the heavy weight grown steers and bullocks. “This information helps us go directly to the people whose land or stock may be Vealer steers slipped 3c to 12c, with the 200kg plus drafts ranging from 268c to 328c, depending on breed, as the heavier affected in an emergency in our region.” Pigs of any age should be counted, as well as flocks of 100 or more poultry. pens topped at 304c/kg. The over 200kg vealer heifers also to the restocker and backgrounder orders lost 20c making Land managers can lodge their returns online at www.lls.nsw.gov.au from 244c to 295c/kg. The medium weight yearling steers to lot feeder and restocker orders dropped 20c in price to average If the Annual Land and Stock Return isn’t lodged by 31 August, an animal health 270c to 274c, before reaching 304c/kg. The lighter end of the yearling heifers to the restockers lost 12c, making from 228c rate and meat industry levy will automatically be applied to next year’s rates to 280c/kg. The prime conditioned young cattle to the butchers eased 11c, the best at 325c/kg. notice. The better selection of grown steers and bullocks sold to solid competition and made from 230c to 265c/kg, with some pens For more information land managers should contact their nearest Local Land carrying plenty of weight. The best heifer reached 255c/kg. Cows lost 2c to 5c, with the better covered heavy weights Services office on 1300 795 299 or visit www.lls.nsw.gov.au selling from 198c to 215c/kg. The best heavy weight bull reached 245c/kg. Assisting cattle producers with farm biosecurity TRLX Tamworth report date 21/8/17 planning Yarding 1188 ~ Change –47 (Comparison Date 14/8/17) Cattle producers are invited to attend a series of free information sessions over There was very little change in numbers with young cattle well supplied. The overall coming weeks to help ensure their farm is ready for the new Farm Biosecurity quality of the offering was fair to good. Planning requirement. Condition showed signs of improvement with a greater percentage of 3 and 4 scores, Hunter Local Land Services is offering advice to assist livestock producers to be mostly coming forward off crops and supplementary feed. All the regular buyers were in prepared for the new Johne’s Beef Assurance System (J-BAS) and changes to the attendance with increased processor activity, particularly the Southern orders. Livestock Production Assurance (LPA) system, both of which require producers to Demand was generally weaker through the young cattle, with a level of uncertainty in the season and the direction of have a documented Farm Biosecurity Plan. forward markets. This resulted in cheaper trends for the most part. The well-bred good quality cattle held their prices From 1 October, producers will need to complete a Biosecurity Plan for reasonably well, however the secondary quality cattle were harder to sell. Medium and heavy yearling steers to restock and accreditation under the Livestock Production Assurance program (LPA). feed averaged 11c to 23c/kg cheaper with some of the price change quality related. Light weight yearling heifers to restock Accreditation with LPA is a crucial part of Australia’s red meat food safety system and feed sold slightly dearer for the C muscle lots. Medium weight feeder heifers were mostly cheaper with the best lots and is required for continued use of National Vendor Declarations (NVDs). least affected. Increased supplies of well finished heifers suitable to the trade saw a firm to cheaper market trend. The need for a farm Biosecurity plan is also a part of the new industry-driven Well finished grown cattle saw the best of the market; however all showed a cheaper trend. The heavy grown steers were 3c approach to managing Bovine Johne’s Diseases in Australia. Producers who opt to have a J-BAS score will need to have a farm Biosecurity plan in place. The JBAS to 6c/kg cheaper. The medium weight 2 and 3 score cows remained close to firm. The well finished heavy 3 and 4 scores is an important tool to help producers manage the risk of introducing Bovine saw a trend firm to 3c/kg cheaper with a reduction in quality from the previous week. Johne’s Disease into their herd and to communicate their herd’s status to buyers of their cattle. the package would Environmental Plans and Controls; As a third incentive, a farm Biosecurity plan will also help producers fulfil their Winx contribute to the and the imposition of an General Biosecurity Duty under the new Biosecurity legislation that came into has On The dismantling and unmanageable administrative force last month. The workshop will explain these three changes and help produced undermining of long burden on already under resourced producers to find and use available biosecurity planning resources. a storm- term and hard won councils. ing finish Track Most producers already practice good farm biosecurity by selecting where they “Sizzling” protections our Unfortunately, according to to record buy stock, drenching new stock on arrival and quarantining these animals in yards communities called for Cessnock City Mayor and Chair of her 18th consecutive victory with a dramatic for a period of time. These, along with other steps, are important Biosecurity and the State The Hunter Joint Organisation of win in the Warwick Stakes at Royal Randwick. practices used by farmers as they recognise it makes sound farm business sense to Government Councils, Cr Bob Pynsent, there is The mare, making her first appearance since prevent the entry of pests, disease and weeds onto their farm. previously supported. little to suggest that the concerns winning the Queen Elizabeth Stakes at “This biosecurity approach now just needs to be put on paper in a plan,” said Dr The Hunter’s raised have been addressed or are Randwick in April, was made to work for her Lyndell Stone, District Veterinarian with Hunter Local Land Services. Councils, in associa- likely to be addressed by the latest triumph after missing the start by four “Producers will leave the information session with all the resources needed to lengths. tion with Central Government as it rolls out its complete their own farm biosecurity plan.” change package. Winx, ridden by Hugh Bowman, was last and UPPER HUNTER: Coast Council, about six lengths from the front when the field th “The councils of the Hunter Gundy Hall 5 September 2-4pm therefore lodged a entered the straight but found the sprint when Denman RSL Hall 7th September 2-4pm detailed submission Region have a long history of biodiversity protection and it is required to pip stablemate Foxplay at the line to Murrurundi RSL Hall 12 sept 2-4pm pointing out the many win the Group Two race over 1,400 metres. Numbers are limited, RSVPs essential please call 65402419 highly concerning that we see weaknesses in the In front of a crowd used to cheering her home LOWER HUNTER: legislation being introduced that Bellbird Community Hall - August 30 10am-12 State Government’s down the straight, there was silence as Winx Gresford Bowling Club -4th September 2-4pm approach and also directly contradicts the proven made her move and finally wore down Foxplay to Wallarobba Hall - 6th September – 10am-12 warned of the effectiveness of conservation score by a mere half neck. The trouble started at the barriers when a Numbers are limited, RSVPs essential please call 49328866 consequences if it did efforts and reduces the ability of fractious Winx missed the jump. Trainer Chris Waller prepared himself for MANNING-GREAT LAKES not change course. Councils to manage local biodiver- an upset but Bowman did not panic, easing the mare onto the back of the Nabiac Showground Hall, 21 August 1.30-3.30pm sity issues.” field then bringing her wide around the turn. Gloucester Golf Club - 19 September 10.30am-12.30 The concerns detailed Cooloongolook Hall - 23 September 10.30am-12.30 in the submission “It would seem the State Govern- She responded like the champion she is. As she left the gate she knocked Wingham RSL Club - 26 September 10.30am-12.30 related to the lack of ment is not ready for the changes, the timing device out of her saddle cloth but with Foxplay running 32.42 Hannanvale Hall - 28 September 10.30am-12.30 time to provide nor does it understand how seconds for her last 600m, Winx obviously ran faster with one data Caffey's Flat. date TBA. Please register interest complex and risk laden they are,” company clocking her at 31.88. Numbers are limited, RSVPs essential please call 6553 4233 adequate feedback; the weakening of local added Cr Pynsent. planning processes; the “Even more concerning,” Cr The Councils of the Hunter Region requirements and a potential crisis Councils of the Hunter urge State Government weakening of a raft of Pynsent stressed, “is the fact none are therefore calling on the State is facing NSW as a result of the to delay introduction of flawed changes to environmental of the promised eight staff Government to hold back its State Government’s rushed ac- safeguards; the failure positions to support councils in implementation of the Biodiversity tions and ill-considered legislative biodiversity conservation legislation to consider how the addressing the legislative change Conservation reforms until it has reforms. revised legislation have been appointed. The changes thought through the possible There is an urgent need for the Early in 2017, councils of the have since been extremely would interact with other key Acts begin in less than two weeks and impact of the changes and has State Government to listen to the Hunter Region welcomed the disappointed with the result. including the Mining Act and the there is no coherent support appropriate plans and resources in feedback it has received from a opportunity to comment on A review of the changes has Environmental Planning and framework in place and no obvious place. broad spectrum of stakeholders proposed changes to biodiversity revealed rather than maintaining Assessment Act; the failure to mechanism to work through the Regions are woefully unprepared and act before it is too late. protection legislation, however and enhancing the environment, consider impacts on Local many problems that are bound to to confidently address the new arise.” 1st B Hain & G Gazzard 42 pts, 2nd J Atton & B Ward 37 pts Last year’s C Grade Club Champion,Dan Rogers, showed he is ready 3rd E Munzenberger & P Anderson 36 pts (c/b), 4th R Hebbe & to perform again at this year’s championships in winning B Grade with S Condran 36 pts (c/b) & 5th G Beeton & S Dunker 36 pts a superb 40 pts on a day when the DSR rating was a 71. Runners up NTPs; Ladies ~ M Hunt & Gents ~ J Flynn were Doug Muncaster and Peter McKenzie, both recording a very Members draw - Not won respectable 38 pts. Col Hughes’ 39 pts was good enough to win C Another pleasant Winter’s day with a little chill in the air, but it didn’t Grade, just ahead of Roger Yandle with 38 pts and Barry Turner with deter our eager group of players, from getting in some practice for our 36 pts. The shot of the day belonged to Steve Eccles, with his tee shot “Away Day “Hawks Nest tomorrow. Congratulations to Bob Hain and finishing only 68 cms away on the 2nd/11th whilst Lennie Porter’s shot Gary Gazzard on winning the event, with and impressive score of 42 to the 13th. One of our local juniors, the very talented Corey Lamb, pts and a well done to placegetters. won the Singleton Junior Open on the weekend with an excellent one Results 25-8-17 over par 70. Uncle Mark Hale is very proud as are his parents –Corey “Away Day to Hawks Nest” – Stableford has the talent to go a long way in this game—well done! Regrettably this event had to be abandoned due to precipitation of BRANXTON GOLF CLUB –SAT 19TH AUGUST epic proportions. LN Bootes, Hon Sec MENS FOURSOMES CHAMPIONSHIPS Branxton Veteran Golfers BRANXTON GOLF CLUB –SAT 12TH AUGUST SCRATCH WINNERS- TROY FELAN/TROY MCCAW 124 RESULTS Results 17-8-17 STABLEFORD SCRATCH RUNNERS UP-MICK TRACEY/JOSH TRACEY 124 Stableford A GRADE WINNER; RILEY McCLUNG 34 C/B, A GRADE C/B. NETT WINNERS-PETER MATHEWS/GARY WALSH 105.75 Div 1 Winner I Harris 31 pts R/u R/UP; RAY McGUINESS 34 C/B, A GRADE THIRD; DAN NETT. NETT RUNNERS UP-MICHAEL MADDOCK/RICHARD G Anderson 30 pts 3rd P Anderson 29 pts TURNER 34 BARRINGTON 109.75 NETT Div 2 Winner P Hocking 35 pts (SOD) R/u B GRADE WINNER; DAN RODGERS 40, B GRADE R/UP; DOUG NETT 3RD- DAVE HOLLIS/ TOM FOSTER 111 NETT NETT 4TH- B Smith 33 pts 3rd R McMillan 29 pts (c/b) MUNCASTER 38 C/B B GRADE THIRD; PETER MACKENZIE 38 TONY SEAMER/ BARRY TURNER 112 NETT. NETT 5TH- GREG Ladies Winner M Hunt 30 pts R/u R Friis 26 pts 3rd R McCarthy 22 pts C GRADE WINNER; COL HUGHES 39 C GRADE R/UP; ROGER GILLARD/ DAVID MATT 112.5 NETT. NETT 6TH- DAVID BULL/ NTPs; Ladies ~ T Martin & Gents ~ P Hocking YANDLE 38, C GRADE THIRD; BARRY TURNER 36 DAVID MUDD 113 NETT. NETT 7TH- TED ZAWIRSKI/ NOEL Members draw - Not won BALLS WENT TO 31 POINTS HUGHES 114 NETT Not even the August blustery winds could detract our intrepid group of NTPins: 2nd/11th: Steve Eccles 68 cms 4th: Peter Wilton 300 cms NTPins: 2nd/11th: Peter Wilton 327 cms 4th: Peter Wilton 363 cms players, from enjoying a round of golf, which turned out to be quite 9th/18th: J.Davey 183 cms 13th: Lennie Porter 145 cms 9th/18th: Michael Maddock 138 cms 13th: no one competitive as the scores attest. Congratulations to Phil Hocking on Saturday’s windy conditions ensured all players would struggle around The Yearly “Sorry mate” event, the club’s Foursomes Championships winning his division and achieving the “Score of the Day”. And a well the tricky Branxton course, with only 31 pts needed to win a ball. This were played on Saturday on a slightly windy day, but the overall done to all other winners and placegetters. was no more evident in A Grade where only 34 pts was needed to win, conditions were quite good. In this event, where each player hits Results 24-8-17 with local promising 14 year old junior, Riley McClung, winning on a alternate shots, can be very testing on friendships and emotions. Many Stableford - Two Ball Best ball countback with 34 pts, just ahead of Ray McGuiness and Dan Turner. of us approached it as a fun day where many shots would be played from interesting positions—as they were. The two Troys, Troy McCaw and Troy Felan, finished on top with a scratch score of 124 over the 27 holes. They only won on a countback from the father and son pair of Mick and Joshua Tracey—with Joshua currently playing on one leg due to a recent knee accident. The nett winners were Matthews and Gary Walsh with 105.75, well clear of runners up Michael Maddock and Richard Barrington with 109.75. Third place went to Dave Hollis and Tom Foster with 11 nett, which included a 36 off the stick for the last nine. Tony Seamer and Barry Turner finished 4th with 112, just ahead of Greg Gillard and David Matt who recovered well after a shaky start. 6th place went to David Bull and David Mudd with Ted Zawirski and Noel Hughes claiming 7th place with a 114 nett score. The sharp shooter of the day belonged to the ever consistent Peter Wilton, hitting the best shots to the 2nd/11th and the 4th. The difficult 13th was the winner on the day with no one hitting the green—a true example of the nature of this long, narrow hole. HUNTER VALLEY GOLF CLUB Sunday 13th August Inform Steve Piggot has won the Weekly Challenge with a solid 39 points from Jason Cowburn 38 and Nicholas Pethers 3rd with 35 pints. Ball winners were: Paul Neuss and Tobias Lowe from the Kooin- dah Waters GC. Tuesday 15th August Chris Taggart has claimed the Tuesday Stableford with a very good 41 points from Steve Abel who beat playing partner Nick Wilson on countback after both had 38 point returns. Ball winners were: Rex Talbot 37, Col Bradley 37, John Stewart 36, Ray Newton 36, Gary Arnold 35, Steve Piggot 34, Grahame Sheldon 34 and Jenny Macklinshaw 33 on countback. Nearet-the-Pins went to Steve Abel (3rd & 4th) and Rex Talbot (17th) Wednesday 16th August The Ladies Stableford resulted in a win for Jeanette Irwin from Jill Slatter with Christine Tancred, Robyn Dunlop, Ann Grace-Smith and Jan Hovey ball winners. Next week the Ladies will play Individual Stableford Thursday 17th August Paul Ireland played a solid round in the Vets Stroke event to finish on top with 66 net from Bruce Chambers 69 and Ray Newton 3rd with 70 net on countback. Ball winners were: Garry Hedges 70, Ian Newell 70, Ray Hodson 71, Grahame Sheldon 72, Steve Piggot 72, Michael Watson 74, Peter Wilson 74, David Irwin 74 and Keith Dunlop 74. Nearest-the-Pins went to Keith Dunlop (3rd) Grahame Sheldon (4th & 10th) David Peel (8th) and Rex Talbot (17th). Next week the Vets will play Par. Saturday 19th August The cool change which arrived early on Saturday took the edge from the scoring for most of the field with A Grade going to Nathan Nancarrow with an even Par 36 from Mark Harry with 35, B Grade to Patrick Maher with the days best round a 42 from Christian Moller of Toronto GC with 36 on countback and C Grade to Mark Faulkner with 36 from Scott Jones on 34 Points. Ball winners , : Shannon Attewell 35,Greg Baker 36, Glenn Mann v35, Steve Piggot 35, Graeme Flynn 35,Bruce Chambers 33, Dale Macklinshaw 33, Wayne Barber 33, Chad Michison 33, Stuart Robinson 33, Vince Galluzzo v32, Ray Hodson 32, Anthony Bower 32, Dean Morison 32 and Ray Newton 32 c/b. Nearest-the-Pins went to Darren Thomson (3rd) Wade Attewell (8th) Russ Lightfoot (10th) and John Parish (17th). Next week will be aTiger Tee Challenge Medley Stableford. Sunday 20th August. Ben Pickering has won the Weekly Challenge with a solid 39 point return from Ryan Stig from the Belmont GC who carded an even Par 36 Tuesday 22nd August Maitland visitor Adam Goldfinch shot a solid 40 points to claim the Tuesday Syableford from Ray Hodson 38 and Luke McArthur with 37 on countback in 3rd place. Ball winners were: Ian Newell 37, Gary Arnold 36, Lachlan Peacock 35, John Stewart 35, Steve Piggot 35, Bob Prentice 35, Ken Scott-MacKenzie 34, Adam Lettice 34 and Ray Newton 34 c/b. Nearets-the-Pins went to Peter Wilson (3rd) Lachlan Peacock (4th) Ray Hodson (8th) Dean Morison (10th) and Mark Barrow (17th) Wednesday 23rd August The Ladies Individual Stableford has been highlighted by an 'Ace' by Dale Hamilton on the CONT. NEXT PAGE

There are a lot of ways to You’re sitting make your glutes stronger. Start by doing the glute on it! exercises included here once every other day. If you are I am passionate about helping you coming to classes at Branxton, achieve your health and fitness then try doing them on the goals. I see SO many people alternate days (Monday, frustrated that as they get older they Wednesday and Friday). If no longer have the level of fitness you are doing classes at they had when they were younger! Windella, then you could do the 90 degrees, as though you are trying Does this sound familiar? exercises on Tuesday, Thursday to lift the sky with the sole of your Between marriage, children, longer and one day on the weekend. It foot. Don't let your lower back arch hours at work and changes in really is up to you. as you drive your heel up and back, hormones, looking after your own As you get stronger and more kick as high as you can while health and fitness has taken a back confident with these exercises, you keeping your back straight. Make seat. can do two or three sets each day. sure you are squeezing your glute at Instead of walking at lunch time You can also choose if you want to the top of the kick and keep your you spend long hours sitting at your increase the number of repetitions. abs engaged. Your foot should be desk. You park as close as you can Your glutes WILL get stronger and driving straight up toward the to the office so you can maximise more toned if you stick with this. ceiling. your time at work. You no longer Exercise descriptions Bring your knee back down and walk up the stairs at work, you take The number of repetitions are repeat on the same side for the the lift, because otherwise your legs guides only, if you want to do required number of repetitions, then ache, or you get out of breath. If more, then please do! Remember change to the other side. this sounds like you it is time to get though. More is not always better. Glute Bridge/Hip Raises your glutes activated and some You want to feel like you have Lie on your back and bend your strength back into your legs. worked your glutes, but not to the knees to place your feet down on Even active people need strength in point that you are not able to sit on the ground about hip width apart. their glutes – for example this gives the toilet (or your horse!) the next You should be able to touch your runners the “pushing power” they day! heels with your fingertips when you need so that they stop relying on Deadlifts reach your arms down by your side. their large quad muscles to do all With your arms beside you, hold a Play around with the position of the work and pull them along. dumb bell in each hand and stand your feet so that you feel your Are you ready to make a change with your feet hip width apart, and glutes working. Bring your elbows in the way your glutes look and your knees a little “soft” (ie not to 90 degrees so your upper arms feel? locked). Keeping your back are on the ground. It’s the old adage – you get out straight, bend forward at the hips Push up your back and heels to what you put in – put in the right until your arms hang forward like bridge up off the ground. Make sure actions, you will get the right Found this photo in our library but no details. The cheque date is 22/2/06, drawer is “Minister for dead weights in front of you. Hold your knees do not fall apart or come results! And if you only have a few for a count of three, then squeeze together as you lift. Squeeze your Community Services Minister for Youth”, amount $15,000 to Colts Rugby League Club. I did notice minutes a day, make those few your bottom and stand up straight glutes as you raise your hips up. that the cheque is not signed. minutes count! in one motion. Repeat. To increase Make sure to raise straight up and The photo below is a Pokolbin Reds Junior Rugby player scoring a try; when? I have no idea. Lots of people tell me that they the intensity, you can increase the not push yourself backward. You want a toned backside, but they do weight of the dumb bells, or try want to feel like you are driving not know where to start! Stronger doing it with a bar bell (if you have your knees forward over your toes glutes will also help you if you take one). Great for your ham strings even though you are driving part in specific sports such as snow and glutes. Remember, you are through your heels. Make sure to skiing, running and horse riding. By really just bending at the hips, so extend your hips and do not doing some specific leg exercises, make sure you don’t lose your form hyperextend your lower back just to you can improve the strength of while you are doing them. bridge up higher. Lower yourself your bottom as well as its shape, Single leg deadlift down and repeat. If you want to without doing hours of squatting. This is a balance exercise which increase the degree of difficulty, try Doing some basic bodyweight will challenge your core while you placing both feet on a step, then exercises a few days a week will work your glutes! Stand on your doing the exercise as described. To give your derriere definition and left leg, with your right leg out make it harder still, try using one strength. behind you, and your left arm out leg at a time. Best of all, you can do these to the side. Place a drink bottle (or Super Mans exercises in the privacy of your own a weight, or a can) on the floor in Start on your hands and knees. home, with no equipment! And you front of you. Bend at the hips and Reach your right arm out in front of won’t even need to get out of your reach forward with your right hand you as you extend your left leg back jeans! as low as you can go, ideally until behind you. Reach your arm and leg Making new habits takes time, and you touch the floor or whatever as if trying to touch a wall in front commitment. By making one small you have placed on the floor in and behind you. As you extend your step each day, you WILL reach front of you. Return to the upright leg straight back, keep your foot your goal. position and as you do, stretch your flexed and squeeze your glute. Your What do my Glutes do? right arm up above your head (at extended leg should be parallel to The “glutes” are 3 separate muscles: this point your right foot should the ground. Keep your core tight. gluteus maximus, gluteus medius, still not have touched the floor). After holding for a second at the top and gluteus minimus. The gluteus Repeat on this side for the of the move, lower your right arm maximus is one of the strongest suggested number of reps, then and left leg then repeat with your muscles in the human body and is change sides (ie stand on your right left arm and right leg. one of the primary movers in run- leg with your left leg extended To increase the difficulty, after ning. It gives runners their “push.” behind you). To increase the degree holding for a second at the top of The Glutes: of difficulty, try doing this exercise the move, tuck your knee and elbow Extend the hip with a weight in your hand. under your body and touch the two Laterally rotate the hip Side leg lift (like a dog lifting its together then extend back out. Keep Abduct and adduct the hip leg on a tree!) your core engaged and squeeze your Posteriorly tilt the pelvis (ie Start on your hands and knees. glute at the top. Repeat on the same th tilt the pelvis backwards) Newell sq, Bruce Chambers sq, Caren Caldwell on the 9 and Place your hands underneath your side for the suggested number of th Tight, weak and Grahame Sheldon -1, Kevin Smith Kasey Heuston on the 18 . shoulders and your knees repetitions. rd short glute muscles can contribute -1 and Ray Newton -2 c/b. Nearest 23 August underneath your hips. Flex your What else is happening at Louise to lower back pain. Hips depend on -the-Pins went to Doug Wand (3rd) Stableford Event feet. Then with your knee bent to Cairns Fit for Life? the glutes. If the glutes are not Ken Harris (4th) Ray Hodson (8th) Winner: Robyn Hoffman 38 points 90 degrees, raise one leg out to the We are about to kick off the Bring strong, your hips flexors (the RESULTS and David Peel (10th). Next week Runner up Kerrie O’Connell 33 side (like a dog lifting its leg on a on Sunshine and Spring (BOSS) 6 muscles that pull the thigh forward) the Vets will play 4BBB stable- points on count back from Trish post!). Lift with your hip and keep week Challenge on 4th September. get tight and your hips will not have your lower leg parallel to the There have still been some frosty ford. McMillan a full range of motion. When your ground as you lift. Don’t let your mornings at the park, but we are Saturday 26th August Results not Nearest to the pin: Trish McMillan hips lose hip mobility your back has foot or knee get higher up toward starting to enjoy daylight again at known at time of writing, will add to work harder. The best thing to the ceiling. Keep your arms straight 6am! The wind has also been a bit to next week's help your lower back is to activate as you lift as high as possible. of a “challenge” but thankfully report. Next your glutes. Greta Museum’s Really squeeze your glutes as you there are some sheltered areas at FROM PREVIOUS PAGE Saturday's How to strengthen and tone your lift. Lower your leg down and Miller Park. No one has been blown 135 metre Par 3 10th hole. Neither event will be a Old Style New Wares GLUTES: repeat on the same side for the away yet! Dale nor her playing partners had Medley Many of us spend a lot of time each & Sweet Shop required number of repetitions, day sitting down, either at a desk or any idea of the feat until they Stableford. then change to the other side. in a car. Activating your glutes reached the green and after a short BRANXTON Donkey Kick About Louise means first loosening up tight search found the ball in the bottom LADY GOLF- Has a new range of Start on your hands and knees. Louise Cairns is a Personal Trainer muscles and then getting of the cup! Dale having a good day ERS Keeping your feet flexed, kick one and Life Coach based in Branxton. Bulk Sweets - them activated by using specific out also won the daily competition 16th August leg back with the knee bent close to Louise runs regular fitness classes exercises which target your glutes. from Sue Williams and Jan Hover Stableford at Lochinvar and Branxton, 3rd, while balls were won by Jenny Event. Exercise Beginner Intermediate Advanced as well as PT sessions in Chambers, Robyn Dunlop and Kay Winner: Ruth Level Level Branxton and Kurri Kurri. Dunn. Next week the Ladies will McCarthy with Deadlifts 10 reps (5 12 reps(6 each 16 reps (8 Louise also helps Executives play Round 1 of the 2017 37 points. each side) side) each side) and Managers set and achieve their own goals at work and Championship playing Stroke. Runner-up: Single Leg Deadlifts 10 reps 12 reps 15 reps Thursday 24th August Dale Kasey home, and is available for work shops and speaking Macklinshaw has come out on top Heuston with Buy as little or as much as you want! Side Leg Lift 10 reps 12 reps 15 reps in the Vets Par event with a +2 35 points. engagements (they can be result from Darrell Preston with +1 Nearest to the Great for gifts or just to indulge Donkey Kick 10 reps 12 reps 15 reps related to Fitness or Personal Development). Find me on on countback to Ken Harris also on pin: Kasey Any profit goes back into the museum Facebook or check out my countback. Ball winners were: Heuston Super Mans 10 reps 12 reps 15 reps to keep it open. website at David Peel +1, John Stewart sq, 115cm. www.louisecairns.com.au Ray Hodson sq, Dave Fury sq, Ian Birdies to Glute Bridges/Hip Raises 10 reps 12 reps 15 reps wins at Maitland with CHEEKY from box 2, both well fancied in HUNKY but did manage 16 ■ A very proud Cliff CHAPTER. OUT CRY and betting. Seona had to settle for placing’s. The dog we tipped Clark with the Local champion WET WEEKEND out of Peter second with AQUA CHEETAH, last month, SHAKES, went on Slack's bitch GUNNA HOOT the $10,000 prizemoney did to win for Gary Ernst at Mait- Report saluted the judge at Tamworth, however cover travel land and was so heavily sup-

with Sam both starting odds on after being expenses. The $40,000 winner's ported it started odds on. Jonny heavily backed by Slacky's cheque went to MISTER Sledzianowski's dogs are in the CLARK'S COMEBACK money. TWISTER trained by the spelling paddock whilst Jonny WITH A BANG After a two NIGHT RAID IN SYDNEY Hunter's leading trainer Jason recovers from a knee operation, year break, Kath and Cliff Clark Last Wednesday five local Mackay who only had to travel a hopefully a quick recovery. are back at the track with three trainers headed down the M1 to few kilometres from Richmond Gary Kedwell and Barry pups from their top broodbitch Wentworth Park for a crack at Vale. Howell are confident they can TEENAGE DREAM. SMILE the bigger prizemoney on GRETA GBOTA add their names to the winners GOOD and CLIFF NUMBER offer. The trip was well worth WINNERS Members of the list next month. ONE won their maiden at their their effort, all returning to the Greta G.B.O.T.A. had a quiet The next GRETA GBOTA first attempt, SMILE Hunter with the city slickers month during August (maybe meeting has been moved from GOOD backed up the following cash. Robert Howard won race the cold weather) with only 8 the 1st to the 2nd Sunday of the week at Maitland with another 2 (BLACK JU JU) James Porter winners, some at real good odds. month as not to clash with win. Kath is hoping her bitch first three starts for trainer Don and was bred by Chris and Sarah won race 9 (CHUNKY BUT Frank Cini had two wins with Father's Day. KATHLEE can produce the Kirk before an injury cut short Kedwell, their kids called the HUNKY) with Gary Ernst MR PADDINGTON, one at GRETA WORKERS CLUB. same result when she makes her his career, this latest litter could dog Jake hence the name claiming second with SHAKES. Gosford and the other in the big 7PM. SUNDAY 10TH debut. be her best and last. NEVERLAND PIRATE. Lindsay Davis won race 10 with smoke at Wentworth Park SEPTEMBER. Darryl Thomas from Sawyers SOUND ADVICE FROM LOCALS WINNING Local AUDI KEY and collected third paying the juicy odds of NEW MEMBERS Gully has two from the litter, WISE OLD TIMERS After 32 trainers who enjoyed success in prizemoney in race 5 with $22. Chris Kedwell came up WELCOME, COME RUMORS and REALITY starts trainer Luke Ellis was August were Lindsay Davis LEKEY. Bradley Sabotic with three wins, RED ONES ALONG. CHECK, both running a place at pulling his hair out and wonder- (ZINKEY, and VOLKEY) Ian missed out on prizemoney in winning a double at Maitland SEE YA AT THE TRACK Albion Park at their first start. ing if his dog NEVERLAND Darcy (EZY MOVER) Ken race 3 but landed the first 4 on and HONEYBADGER DOLL AND HAPPY FATHER'S The litter is TEENAGE PIRATE would ever break his Cheetham (FLETCH IS the tote by boxing his bitch at The Gardens. It was a big DAY TO ALL THE DREAM'S fourth litter, the maiden, so he decided to get FLYING) Neville Broadbent MIDNIGHT MYSTIC (started night for the Kedwell clan when GREYHOUND DADS previous three litters produced some advice from a couple of (BLACK VIERI) LOUISE at the odds of $81) with the top HONEYBADGER DOLL won thirteen individual winners, the old timers. He sat down with his McGEE (LAST LINE) and three selections. the $1500 Maiden Final, they most notable being HAPPY handler Robbie Neville and the Chad Garrard (NILE QUEEN). MEXICANS NO MATCH also picked up the HASWELL (15 wins) SPRING dog's original owner Garry All at The Gardens. NILE FOR THE HUNTER Ladbrokes $3,300 DREAM (14 wins) and GOOD Kedwell to work out a way of QUEEN backed up to win again Victoria's leading trainer Seona bonus and got the CALL PAUL (12 wins). Her breaking his maiden. After over 731m. at Gosford and JEP Thompson from Australia's odds of $22 on the second litter to SPRING GUN heeding the advice he entered DARK KIDZ won at Richmond leading Thompson Kennels had tote. (DRINKS ALL produced a pup named BULL his blue dog at The Gardens for Chad. Lindsay Davis two starters in the BLACK TOP ROUND). James EAGLE for Jason Preston. He where enjoyed success at Wentworth held at The Gardens on Friday Porter had two wins showed a heap of promise with he broke his maiden at start 33. Park with LEKEY. Thomas night. AQUA CHEETAH from with BIG ZEE and two wins and a second from his The dog is out of TESS VELLA Campbell landed back to back box 1 and ASTON BOLERO CHUNKY BUT

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