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THE CARAVEL SAILED IN
The Portuguese fishing boats of
about 1450 were modified by the
followers of Prince Henry the
Navigator and quickly became
the choice of explorers to explore
along the West African coast and
into the Atlantic Ocean.
Prince Henry could see the
benefit of ocean trade and wanted
a vessel that was robust, safe and
quick. They became known a
caravels because they used a flat
style of timber planking unlike
the clinker style where one plank
edge sits on the previous plank.
The simple lateen triangular
sails gave speed and the ability
for sailing to windward (into the
wind). The spice trade was a real
motivator and revenue generator
for the Prince.
The caravels generally had
tonnages of 50 to 150 and 1 to
3 masts making them easy to
navigate and agile.
When the caravel ‘Notorious’
sailed into Newcastle it was
probably the first of its class to
ever do so as most old sailing
vessels in early time in this part
of the World were much bigger
British or Dutch square riggers.
The last know visit of a caravel
to the East Coast of Australia
was the Christovao Mendonca's
expedition in 1522. The
construction of ‘Notorious’
was inspired by the legendary
“mahogany ship”, a caravel
in Mendonca’s fleet, that was
wrecked on the south-west coast
of Victoria in 1522. In 1836 it
was discovered in sand dunes
but was reburied in the early
1900s and has not been found
since.
2 Ironbark Street, Fern Bay
‘Notorious’ who’s real name
is S.V. Amber is an Australian
caravel replica. She was
launched at Port Fairy which
is located on the Great Ocean
Rd in Southern Victoria in
February 2011. The recreation
of the 1480’s caravel by owners
Greame and Felicite Wylie took
ten years to research, design and
construct. The dark-timbered,
authentic replica was fashioned
from about 300 tonnes of
reclaimed timber.
Graeme, a furniture-maker
by trade, laid the keel for this
incredible boat in his back yard,
near Warrnambool, in 2001. For
the next nine years the couple
laboured to build the 18-metre
vessel. There is very little that
is modern as they wished to
make the project a replica.
The only hint of modern items
is the Dacron sails and for
safety a diesel motor and other
“compliance” equipment.
The Wylie’s rescued the ship’s
timbers from windrows of fallen
shelter-belt macrocarpa which
were fashioned into planks and
other items. There is two-inch
planking above the waterline and
the two-inch double planking
below the waterline. The double
masts are made of cypress
pine. The stays and sheets are
hempen rope and the wooden
blocks were fashioned by hand
by Graeme. Notorious is coated
with a mixture of Stockholm tar
and linseed oil thus giving the
black appearance.
The interior of the caravel is
hand adzed (a craft axe) timber
in a very authentic manner. The
fit out has very few “mod cons”.
There is a computer to help keep
in touch with all their friends
and admirers. The Facebook
site is easily found by typing
‘notorious’ (with the marks).
A visit to ‘Notorious’ is like step
back in time. It is an opportunity
for visitors to experience 15th
century nautical ambience and
an opportunity to just dream
about life 500 years ago. Just
what were your relatives doing
10 generations ago? Just what
did Portside look like back then?
Since leaving their home port
of Paynesville on the Gippsland
Lakes, the skipper and his first
mate have been opening the boat
to paying visitors ($5 adults,
$2 children) at ports of call
along the way. Some of these
ports include Eden, Bermagui,
Batesmans Bay, Ulladulla, Port
Hacking, Darling Harbour and
Newcastle. Places on the list to
visit list include Nelsons Bay,
Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour,
Iluka/Yamba and no doubt many
more.
For those keen on the technical
data S.V. Amber is 13m long
with a beam of 4m and draws
2.1 metres. She sails under the
Australian flag with a MMSI:
503772200 registration number.
The vessel weighs 58 tonne and
carries 12 tonnes of blue metal
ballast. Steering is by whipstaff
(a bar attached to the tiller, for
convenience in steering) so a
helmsman must always be on
watch. Top speed is 11 knots
with typical sailing speed from
4 to 7 knots.
‘Notorious’
sailed
from
Newcastle at 11am after
spending a couple of nights up
river.
The trip to Port Stephens took
most of the afternoon at a speed
of about 4knots with first night
anchorage at Jimmies Beach
before setting up in Nelsons
Bay to allow more visitor
inspections.
It’s great that one family’s
hobby can bring pleasure to so
many people.
Portside extends a welcome to
S.V. Amber to call again.
- Photo and story by Rick
Banyard
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It has been a full 12 months on
Stockton without petrol, mower
fuel or air for tyres.
Seemingly oblivious to concern
or impact, the Local has failed
to make any headway through
political or government channels
and as a result I have been asked
by a number of residents what
we can do about it.
Unfortunately I don’t have
any ideas, so I am asking the
community to provide creative,
safe and respectful ways that we
can voice just how poorly we
have been treated by the closure.
The owner may have shown us
total disdain but please keep
your suggestions civil and
practical.
If you have an idea, please email
[email protected]. I
will publish them in the next
Issue which is due for circulation
on 26th September. ed ;-)
Pharmacies fighting
for PBS
- by Jason Pollock
The Pharmacy Guild of
Australia is spearheading a
petition concerning the changes
to the Pharmaceutical Benefits
Scheme. The changes concern
a savings measure that was
not consulted with the Guild
and
other
pharmaceutical
associations, and will have
huge detrimental effects on
the Australian pharmaceutical
sector, according to statements
made by the Guild.
According to the government
website, 'The PBS is a system
of subsidising the cost of most
prescription medicines. The aim
of the PBS is to provide reliable
and affordable access to a wide
range of necessary medicines'.
The issue the Guild has with
the current changes are that the
pharmaceutical industry is not
being offered any compensation
for the proposed changes.
They say the last time price
disclosure was introduced, and
first accelerated in 2010, the
government adjusted pharmacy
revenue to offset the impact of
price disclosure - that has not
been provided this time around.
Another major factor in their
fight for fair rights is a alleged
breach of contract - they state
the Rudd government broke
the agreement (known as the
Fifth Community Pharmacy
Agreement),
which
states
that the government will
consult the guild on any health
related budget initiative which
has a significant impact on
the viability of community
pharmacy.
The guild states that the effects
of these changes will range
from reduced staff and reduced
opening hours, to costing
the average pharmacy over
$30,000 a year, as well as a
$60,000 impact from previous
arrangements. They claim as
much as 5,000 jobs could be lost,
and numerous pharmaceutical
services will be affected by
these changes.
Among the most at-risk areas
will be aged care services, blood
pressure monitoring, bowel
cancer screening, mental health
support, National Diabetes
Service Scheme access points
and staged supply of medicines,
among many more.
Among the Guild's aims and
objectives are 'supporting the
concept of freedom of choice
of pharmacy to all citizens;
scrutinising administrative and
legislative decisions, acts and
procedures affecting or likely to
affect the practice of pharmacy
in the interest of public welfare;
and obtaining a just level of
remuneration for members
under
the
Pharmaceutical
Benefits Scheme and other
sources of government or
independent remuneration'.
In a press release posted on the
28th August, the Guild stated
they had already collected
over 350,000 signatures on the
petition, and expect to have over
500,000 by the time the election
rolls around.
Concerned citizens can visit the
Guild's website (www.guild.
org.au) where they will find
petitions that can be printed off
and mailed, or an online petition
supporting the official petition.
Featured also on the website is
a number of posters which you
can print off and spread the
word with, along with separate
instructions to contact your local
MP and tell them your feelings
about the issue.
ST PETERS TO HOLD SPECIAL EVENT
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The Catholic Guy Mission/Event is coming to our Maitland/Newcastle Diocese. Bruce Downes
(a lay-person) and the Catholic Guy Ministry Team present faith events around Australia as well
as the Catholic Guy television program, which is screened in Australia on the Australian Christian
Channel. It’s aim is to work alongside and within existing Church structures to proclaim the
Gospel to those attending Mass and equally seeks to find ways to proclaim it in a manner that
is understandable, relevant and exhorts those
who have grown away from Church to respond.
Parishioners from other Diocesan Churches
are welcome to attend the Catholic Guy Parish
Mission Event which will commence in the
parish of – St Peter-in-Chains Stockton
Thurs 19 Sept 9.30am or 7.30pm
Fri 20 Sept 9.30am or 7.30pm
Sun 22 Sept 10.45am or 7.30pm
Mon 23 Sept 9.30am or 7.30pm
Council round-up
Council seeking FACADE TAKE TWO
feedback
- by Jason
Pollock
Newcastle is hosting a series of workshops to better understand
the public's view on the council's 'Draft Community Engagement
Policy and Framework'. They hope the workshops will provide
the community with an opportunity to learn more about the draft
policy and framework.
In the documents, it states "The purpose of the policy is to embed
an open, transparent and consistent approach to engaging with
the community that adapts to local circumstances", and it seems
engaging the public, and not only getting them understanding
but responding to the framework also, is the first step towards
doing this. The documents also highlights core values of the
organisation that include cooperation, respect, excellence and
wellbeing.
The Draft Community Engagement Policy and Framework will
be on public exhibition until Friday 13 September. The first two
sessions will be held at Wallsend District Library on Wednesday
4th September, with the first ranging from 4:00pm until 5:30pm,
and the second from 6:30pm to 8:00pm.
The final session will be held the following day at Newcastle
Region Library in Laman Street, from 5:00pm till 6:30pm. For
those unable to attend, the policies can be found on the council's
website or at the City Administration Centre on King St.
'Parklet' program
rolling out
- by Jason Pollock
Following on from the Facade Improvement Scheme, Newcastle
Council is about to trial a new program that's designed to provide
more room in Hunter St for people cycling and walking and
includes seating, street trees in planters and bike racks. The council is looking for the public's views on the 'parklet'
program, with the trial taking place on a 1.6km stretch from
National Park (Bellevue Street) in the west to The Mall (Perkins
Street) in the east.
They hope the trial will allow them to practically test the pros and
cons of the proposed scheme, and gauge the potential impact upon
walkers, joggers, cyclists and motorists, as well as how it will
affect buses and parking in the area.
The council also sees the program as helping to test the ideas
outlined in the 'Urban Renewal Strategy'. The strategy highlights
such goals as "establishing a university campus in the city centre,
revitalising Hunter Street Mall, attracting more residents into the
city centre and promoting a higher mode shift to public transport".
The public exhibition period for the 'parklet' program will be held
from Monday 2 September until Monday 30 September, with the
trial scheduled to commence in early 2014.
Volunteer as a Gallery guide
Newcastle Art Gallery is currently preparing for a new intake of
Volunteer Gallery Guides. If you’re experienced or interested in
education and/or visual arts, and you can commit to Newcastle Art
Gallery for a period of three years or longer, they would love for
you to register your details to apply for an interview.
You will need to be available to start the Gallery Guide training
schedule in November and December 2013. Email your name,
phone number and address with a short message about yourself to
[email protected]
The Façade Improvement
Scheme is one of a number of
projects that form part of the
city’s revitalisation project, and
is jointly funded by The City
of Newcastle and Newcastle
NOW to assist building owners,
commercial operators and
others to improve their building
facades.
Lord Mayor Jeff McCloy notes
that “earlier this year we were
able to support 37 businesses
who are now hard at work
completing painting, cleaning
and minor repairs.
"Works associated with the first
round of the scheme are due for
completion by December 2013
and the investment will have
helped to deliver $300,000 of
façade improvement works
across the city centre.”
The grant sets a minimum
one third (1:1:1) contribution
from the applicant, The City
of Newcastle and Newcastle
NOW, who will contribute up to
$2,000 each. The applicant may
wish to, of their own accord,
contribute additional funds
beyond one third.
A total funding pool of
$120,000 is available ($60,000
from The City of Newcastle
and $60,000 from Newcastle
NOW). Painting of the facade,
cleaning the existing facade,
minor repairs, facade activation
and the removal of redundant
signage, air conditioning units,
hoardings etc are all actions
that can be funded partly by the
initative.
The results gained from
the scheme include 'a more
attractive and welcoming space,
increased activity of people in
the streets, an improved feeling
of pride, comfort and security
as well as greater potential to
improve business'.
Round two will open in October
2013.
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through the local schools, some local businesses or
directly from our service in Monmouth Street (school
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very pleased to welcome Katherine to Stockton. She is
settling in well and has lots of great ideas to “refresh”
the look and the management of the service. We have
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Benefit to assist with the cost of fees. The September programme includes craft, construction, a basic
first aid skills day plus two excursions. We are heading to the Young Peoples Theatre in Hamilton and
also to Megamania at Charlestown. Bookings can also be made for Before school care (7-9am) and
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- Wilderness organisation media release
Federal Candidates representing the Liberal and
Labor parties are being urged by residents of
Newcastle and Paterson electorates to put out a
clear policy that would protect the region’s water
supply, local communities and environment from
coal seam gas.
“All candidates in the Newcastle and Paterson
electorates were asked just two simple questions
regarding coal seam gas in Newcastle’s drinking
water and Fullerton Cove. The Greens, Christian
Democrat Party, Palmer United and Australian
Independents all answered our questions
positively,” said Sue Walker, secretary of Fullerton
Cove Residents Action Group.
“Labor Candidate for Newcastle Sharon Claydon
expressed shared concerns with Fullerton Cove
residents regarding coal seam gas. Ms Claydon
stopped short of committing to the residents’
aspiration to have the area free from coal seam
Pollies on the Port
Sharon Claydon- Federal
Labor Candidate for
Newcastle
As the Federal Labor candidate,
I will always choose the path
of investing in people and
innovation to secure jobs
and ongoing opportunity for
Newcastle.
That's why I'm committed
to delivering Labor's Better
Schools
Plan,
increasing
funding and resources to our
local schools, meaning students
who require additional support
will no longer be left behind.
Labor's National Broadband
Network is vital infrastructure
and will ensure local businesses
have a competitive footing in the
digital economy now and into the
future. High speed broadband
is already being rolled out in
Newcastle and will connect
every home and business.
My priority for Newcastle is
jobs. Labor's $1 billion Aussie
Jobs Plan puts local workers
first and will assist with further
diversification and innovation
of Newcastle's economy. This
secures jobs for today and for
tomorrow.
I’ve been a strong advocate for
Local
gas drilling, as is supported by 97.5% of the
community. Ms Claydon instead expressed that
rigorous water and environment laws should be
considered before projects begin.
“Liberal candidates Jamie Abbott and Bob
Baldwin, and the Paterson Labor candidate Bay
Marshall have all ignored our questions, which we
clearly stated we would presume indicates a NO to
protecting our water supply and community from
coal seam gas.
“The candidates need to show leadership on the
issue of coal seam gas and come up with a clear
policy that will protect our water resources and the
health of our communities.
“The community of Fullerton has been forced to
stand firm to protect Newcastle’s drinking water
supply from the potentially damaging coal seam
gas industry. Yet during this pre-election time, our
candidates have been missing in action on a CSG
policy.
Stockton, working closely with
the community to secure the
future of Corroba Oval, Stockton
Pool and the new cycleway
when I was on Newcastle City
Council.
I want to thank the people
of Stockton for their tireless
efforts in helping me to secure
much needed new infrastructure
funding. I was very pleased to
join Deputy Prime Minister
Anthony Albanese recently when
he announced Federal Labor’s
investment of $52 million for
the duplication of Tourle Street
Bridge and Cormorant Drive.
This is infrastructure for the
future and will greatly benefit
residents of Stockton, Fullerton
Cove and Fern Bay, as well
as commuters from RAAF
Williamtown, Newcastle Airport
and Kooragang Island.
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History and Interest
STOCKTON HISTORY..
..A RAFT OF MEMORIES
The Gunpits
One of the most depressing calls in the late 50's and early 60's were to the Gunpits. These consisted
of the large concrete foundations of the dual-purpose 3.7 guns mounted behind the Little Beach (one
of which shot off the corner of the Zara Street Power House during an attack on Newcastle in WWII.)
After the war the guns were dismantled, but temporary residents waiting for Housing Commission
accommodation occupied the bases. The problem with a night call there was that it involved walking
through several hundred yards of sandy track between bitou bush, in pitch darkness, and examining
the patient in a cluttered cement-lined cubicle, not much bigger than a large toilet, by the uncertain
glimmer of a kerosene lamp. The patients were most grateful but never helped one emptying out
one's shoes and car of the sand and leaves accumulated.
Cowpoo Corner
(Motor car owners used stronger language to describe the corner). A sharpish left hand curve on
the Nelson Bay Rd, about three miles north of Williamtown with a camber sloping to the offside
of the road. It was ideally designed for accidents, which invariably happened in the middle of
moonless nights. The call would come in and off one would set for the fourteen miles, knowing that
the ambulance would arrive half an hour later and the police when everything had been sorted out.
Fortunately the three families at the corner were well organised - one rang the services, one provided
blankets and elementary first-aid and the other always had coffee or tea waiting for us. They were the
Chesworth’s, the Moxey’s and I think, the Russell’s.
Obstetrics, before the bridge
was built in 1970
After 1959 our patients were delivered at the Mater, Western Suburbs, Woodlands, or Hillcrest
(Merewether) Hospitals. After 12 p.m. the punt left Stockton only at quarter to the hour until 6 am.
Any mother inconsiderate enough to deliver between these hours involved my calling the Newcastle
Ambulance, who contacted the punt on the Newcastle side, which made a special trip across the
harbour to pick me up. A mother of 9, who lived at Fullerton Cove, was so experienced that when she
started labour, she would call at my house, we would contact the punt and I would take her to hospital
in time to deliver yet another child.
Northside Boardriders
The surf this year has been
somewhat inconsistent. We
have had a run of bad luck with
conditions; our usual comps held
on the last Sunday of the month
have consistently provided us
with unsurfable conditions. At
the end of July we had only
ran 3 comps for the year. We
are looking for some more cooperation from Huey (the surf
god) and a string comps to finish
the year.
The July comp saw 18
competitors. Somehow Shotter
and Smarty made it to the
semi’s. A deal with the devil
must have been done! It was
good to have a comp and get
everyone together. There was a
mix of lefts and rights, a Sunday
morning well spent.
The results of the July comp
were:
Opens: 1st: Lucas Gresham,
2nd: Drew Bateman, 3rd : Paul
Buxton, 4th: Mark Whitely
Juniors: 1st: Gimmel Kelly,
2nd: Will Matthews, 3rd: Ben
Matthews
Attempts were made to run a
comp at the end of august, but
once again Huey didn’t cooperate.
With only a few comps held this
year the 2013 Championship
is wide open. Anyone can win
and consistency is the key.
Remember, if you haven’t paid
your annual membership ($40)
any points you acquire for the
Championship don’t count!!!!
Northside are now running
the 5pm Friday Raffle at the
Washtub (General Washington
Hotel) in Stocko. Please
come along and support the
boardriders and the Washtub.
Prizes include fantastic meat,
fruit and vegie trays Stockton
Wholesale Meats and Stockton
Fresh.
WE are going to have a pizza
afternoon for members at
Switchfoot Pizza soon. Smarty
will contactmembers with
details soon. Next comp will be
Sunday September 29.
See you then. Cheers, Rockin
Rob.
Secretaries
We were blessed with secretaries who were diligent, friendly, understanding of our occasional (?)
temperamental outbursts and, most important, seemed to know everybody. Not just their names,
but their maiden names, their relations, their addresses (and who used to live at that address), where
they worked or what days they would be "over town" or what activities they did each day. It was a
tremendous help having such a fund of knowledge at our disposal. Also, in the days of the manual
telephone exchange, it was of great benefit to ring the girl on the exchange, if a number didn't answer
and she could usually tell you where to find the patient, or even ring around herself and finally get
back to you with a message. All that service went with the advent of the automatic phone. I often
reflect on my lack of appreciation of the services of the nurse (there were four of them over the years)
whom you would call at any time, night or day, when a death in the home had occurred. She would
always come, do her duties and stay with the relatives until the Funeral Directors came. I have no
idea if they were paid or did it out of the kindness of their hearts.
above: Drew Bateman in action
Ambos
The Ambulance Drivers were, and still are, a breed apart. Despite having to come over in the punt
they were invariable quick to respond to a call, very competent, and always pleasant. I remember
once when I was called to a man washed up on the beach near Cox's Track, (before 4-wheel drives
were available) the ambulance driver, the local policeman, a Sunday stroller and myself had to carry
him for a mile or more over the sand to the ambulance without a murmur of protest from the driver.
It was a great day for Stockton when we finally got an Ambulance Station here.
Extracts from Stockton Historical Society mag, Jan 2008 Vol 5, No 8. Complete article available
through Stockton Historical Society – Ph 49282702
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POETRY PRIZE
SHORTLIST
ANNOUNCED
The Newcastle Poetry Prize
Hunter Writers Centre and
the University of Newcastle
are thrilled to announce the
shortlist of the
2013 Newcastle Poetry Prize
Always Going Home
by Karina Quinn
Broken by Jo Gardiner
Cane Smoking
by Victoria McGrath
Diary of a Missing Poem by
John Jenkins
Dog Moving by Antonia Pont
Drawback Suite
by A. Frances Johnson
Festival by Philip Radmall
Hancock in Australia
by John A. Scott
Hurry, Last Days
by Catherine Wright
Lake Eyre Cycle
by Rachael Mead
Late Reader
by Elizabeth Lawson
Life Lepidopteran
by Bronwyn Lovell
Marfan Lives by Andy Jackson
Now You Shall Know
by Jennifer Compton
Picknicking on the Safety
Ramp by Ron Pretty
Seasonal Work
by Dylan Gorman
Signatures
by Anthony Lawrence
Six Bells by Paul Hetherington
The Owl Book by Judy Johnson
The Red Soil Elegies
by Ian Crittenden
The Shed by Christopher Kelen
The Solitude of Friends
by Robyn Rowland
Two or Three days with Claude
Debussy in Late October
by Mark Tredinnick
Undrowning by Owen Kirkby
Unicorns Cross Here
by B. R. Dionysius
Vapour Trails Over Sassafras
by Kathryn Lomer
Wishful Thinking by Carmel
Macdonald Grahame
If you would like to attend the
announcement for the winners
you can do so on Saturday 12th
October, 4pm
at the Theatre Lane Hotel
189 Hunter St, Newcastle.
The following prizes will be
announced by the University of
Newcastle:
1st prize - $12 000
2nd prize - $5 000
3rd prize - $1 000
Local Award - $500
and the
Harri Jones Memorial Prize (for
a poet under 36 years)
$250 (awarded by friends and
family of Harri Jones)
MAJOR FASHION
EXHIBITION TO VISIT
AFTER FIVE Fashion from the Darnell Collection is a major
exhibition of fashion and accessories from around the world. The
exhibition spans from the 1920’s to the 1990’s, including iconic
designers such as Dior, Pucci, Ungaro, Moschino, Mary Quant and
Oscar de la Renta.
With gowns by some of the greatest names in fashion, as well as
some talented but little-known designers, the exhibition illustrates
stylistic moments in fashion and explores how and why women’s
clothing has changed over the years. AFTER FIVE is the first fashion
exhibition to be held at Newcastle Art Gallery who are working with
Charlotte Smith, the owner of the collection, to expand the showcase
on display especially for local audiences.
“The exhibition is quite thrilling because it feels like you are looking
into the wardrobes of the wealthy and glamorous. It is exciting for
the Hunter to have such a unique opportunity to observe the social
history of fashion and how it has adapted with the changing needs
and wants of women” said Ron Ramsey, Director, Newcastle Art
Gallery.
The exhibition’s focus is evening wear; those stunning outfits only
worn for special events with their delicate fabrics and embellishments.
Also included are accessories such as jewellery, hats, bags, shoes and
gloves that women treasure for occasions. The exhibition is drawn
entirely from the Darnell Collection, now considered Australia’s
largest private collection of designer clothing.
The core of the collection was put together by Doris Darnell, a Quaker
from Pennsylvania, who from the 1930’s gathered together items of
clothing worn by her wealthy friends and acquaintances. In 2004
Doris bequeathed half her collection to a University in Pennsylvania
and the other half to her goddaughter, Charlotte Smith. Seventy
trunks arrived in Australia with 3,500 garments and accessories.
Since inheriting her godmother’s fashion collection, Charlotte has
continued to develop it to 8000 items many of them bearing an
Australian provenance. Charlotte has gone on to live and breathe
fashion, drawing on her art history background, to write books,
curate exhibitions and lecture. Perhaps Doris Darnell is every little
girl’s dream of a fairy godmother.
General Admission: $8 Members/concession: $5
Children under 12 and pre-booked education groups are free.
For details regarding all exhibitions and events programming visit
www.nag.org.au
BOATIES DISHES
UP BIG BUCKS
The Boatrowers Hotel Stockton has embraced a new membership
program with a range of offers throughout the year. Their biggest
draw card is the membership draw which is run a whopping four
times a week. On Wednesday and Friday nights you will have two
chances to pocket a wad full of dough, once at 6:30 and the second
anytime between 7:00 and 7:30. The prize starts at $1000 and if it
is not claimed during one of the four weekly draws it will jackpot
by $100 each week. Members only have two minutes to claim the
prize if their number is called so if you want to be in the running,
you will need to make sure you are there.
Complementing the new membership program are some new
additions to the Bistro menu, including delicious duck spring rolls
and bruschetta, which make the perfect snacks to share whilst
crossing your fingers that your membership number comes out.
Membership is free, with forms available at the bar. The Boaties have
also launched
their
new
facebook page
where you can
keep up to date
with all on
offer.
Like, share
& win
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BLACK MACʻS DISCOUNTS
We promise to deliver
20% discount off ALL stock
over 4 big days
Friday 6/9 - Monday 9/9
Cash only / No Lay-bys
located in the Stockton IGA carpark
HARRY’S HOUSE HOLDS
INAUGURAL BALL
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Friday the 17th August was the perfect evening for
hosting the Inaugural 'Harry's House Charity Ball'.
The venue - 'Fort Scratchley's function room, was
decorated tastefully with gorgeous table centers of
plants and floating candles.
The MC for the night was Mike Rabbit who welcomed
a most glamorous champagne sipping crowd, and then
introduced us to Guest Speakers: Heidi and Nigel Moore
to share their brave journey as the Parents of 11 year old
Jacob Moore from singleton who was first diagnosed
with cancer at 6 months old. The Moore's were the first
family to stay at Harry's House.
All of the families who have stayed at
Stockton's Harry's Houses have said that
they feel so warm and welcomed and that
being together as a family away from the
hospital has given them a chance to reunite
and regain strength as a family unit for the
journey that lies ahead.
The night was a huge financial success
with David and Samantha Meyn (Harry's
Quality hand-picked Australian
parents) sharing the wonderful news with
produce delivered free to your door. an enthusiastic crowd who were
See our website keenly bidding on the many
'Silent auction' items kindly
www.stocktonfresh.com donated, including a handcrafted
for full range or 10 foot longboard made by
call Sonia on 0420948998 Stockton's Dave Kay which was
in high demand. Heidi and Scot
for phone orders taken - (H20 Hair Stockton) battled
6 days a week it out to win the Auction. Great
work!
Operates Thursday and Friday in Stockton. The entertainment began with
Clan McEwan Pipe Band',
Contact for delivery days in other suburbs. 'The
and Lara Tollard's School of
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Highland Dance, whose talent and energy was enjoyed
by all. This was followed by 'Acoustic Moose' who had
the crowd jumping to great selections as well as many
requests. Troy (stocktonfresh.com) Lockhart's request
favourite from the 'Proclaimer's ("Im on the way") lyrics
showed that after a few refreshments, we all had great
scottish accents!!! which could have been heard from
Stockton!
A superb menu - eg. Beef fillets rapped in puff pastry
with sweet potato mash, baby spinach and a confit garlic
jus followed by Kahlua Brulee with hazelnut shortbread,
with great wine, beer and good company made for a
fantastic night.
A credit to Helen and Terry Cousins for their support and
hard work in putting together such a successful night for
the Harry's House inaugural Ball.
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OPEN MIC NIGHT EVERY FORTNIGHT
MELBOURNE CUP LUNCHEON & FASHION PARADE
2 course meal
& bubbly on arrival
Entertainment, sweeps & games
$30 per head.
Tickets on Sale NOW
Annual General Meeting
IN THE LOUNGE
and election of officers for
2013 to 2015
Wednesday 16th October
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Community
We are having a coach trip to
Bowral Tulip Festival on 28th
September 2013. The cost is
$70.00, and includes return
luxury coach travel, morning
tea on the way and entry into
Corbett Gardens to see the
stunning displays of tulips,
roses and lilacs. There will be
market stalls aplenty. Payments
are to be made before the 14th
September. A non-refundable
deposit of $20 is required at the
time of booking. Contact travel
co-ordinator, Judith Foley 0n
49283833 for more information
if required.
Lesley Lloyd- publicity
“You can complain because
roses have thorns, or you can
rejoice because they have
roses.” Ziggy
HISTORICAL
SOCIETY
Our recently held AGM saw the
re-election of Irene Butterworth
as President. Congratulations
Irene on another term! The
meeting was well attended and
majority of positions were filled
with our patron, Sharon Claydon
acting as returning officer.
The President’s Annual Report
detailed a busy 2012/13 with a
number of successful guided
bus tours visiting Stockton from
across the Hunter, Indian and
Chinese themed fundraising
dinners, a trash and treasure
and of course the Thorn Tree
Commemoration. The inaugural
‘Stockton’s Past and it’s People’
was held showcasing the
historical features of the town
and surrounds and highlighting
the services provided by a
number of community groups.
The period also saw the passing
of two tireless contributors to
the preservation and promotion
of Stockton’s rich history –
Ross and Pat Craig. The society
looks forward to another year
of working hard to preserve
the history of Stockton with
a number of projects under
development.
Membership for the society
is $25 per year or $35 for a
couple. The enables access to
the growing library of historical
books and periodicals and the
home delivery of the Stockton
Historical Society Journal
quarterly. Membership forms
can be found on our Facebook
page
https://www.facebook.
com/stocktonhistoricalsociety
The journal features local
stories about local people.
Contributions and photos are
always welcome. Items can be
sent to PO Box 133, Stockton .
The society next meets Monday
16th September at the Guides
Hall from 7:00pm.
Don’t forget the Family History
group meets on the 2nd and 4th
Tuesdays of the month at 10am
in the Guides Hall. A number of
local families feature in the ever
growing library of information.
Experts are on hand to assist
with your research. If you want
to brush up on your computer
skills, then you can also come
along at these times as our own
computer expert will be on hand
to help. iPads and other portable
devices are also welcome to
be brought along if you need
assistance. Visitors are most
welcome to attend their first
computer class for free.
Jason Wells, Publicity Officer
VIEW CLUB
Last Tuesday the View club
went to the Maitland TAFE
and enjoyed a beautiful lunch
prepared and served by the
hospitality students.It seems a
shame that state government is
closing down these classes at the
end of this year at this beautiful
venue.
At our next meeting at the
Stockton R.S.L.on Wednesday
11th September the guest
speaker will be the well-historian
Mr. Ed Tonks who will speak
on the early days of Stockton
accompanied by slides,and in
particular he will feature “The
Newcastle Harbour Collieries”I
am sure there will be residents
and friends in Stockton who
would like to hear his talk at
11.15a.m.
Members will be required to
book at this meeting for our
September outing on the Friday
27th.We will be meeting at
R.S.L. at 9.00a.m. leaving
at 9.15 turning into Bayway
Village for pickup and then on
to inspection of a new village
after we have had morning tea.
Then on to Morpeth where their
are plenty of places of interest to
explore like Campbell’s store.
The trading post and the lolly
shop in the side streets and then
select your venue for lunch at
your own expense.The coach
will leave The Commercial
Hotel at 2.15p.m.to return home
by about 3.30p.m.The cost is
$15.00 which is coach travel and
morning tea. Money to treasurer
Janice when booking.
Margaret Walmsley Publicity
officer .
SENIOR CITIZENS
Our Father’s Day Luncheon
was held on Thursday 29th
August and a great time was
had by all. Our lunch was really
yummy thanks to our wonderful
Kitchen staff. We had 24 door
prizes and ten big Raffle prizes
so most people went home
with something extra.
Our
entertainment was the one and
only Ken Jones was enjoyed by
all.
We are selling Friday 13th
Scratchie Raffle at $1.00 ticket
outside I.G.A. to help boost our
funds.
Our next free Movie Day will be
on Thursday 19th September.
Next Committee Meeting
is Monday 9th September
at 10.00am and the General
Meeting on Thursday 12th
September at 1.30pm.
Betty Murphy,
Publicity Officer
STOCKTON LAND
CARE (Dune Care)
NEWS
The August working bee was
well attended, with a few
new faces to brighten up the
morning. The group pulled out
lots of weeds and planted several
areas with lomandra longifolia .
The weather has certainly been
warm for this time of year. As
the temperature rises above
25c we need to be aware that
the reptiles will start waking up
soon. So watch out for the Blue
tongues on the roads and snakes
sunbathing on the beaches and
backyards, you may be lucky
and scare them off before you
see them. The snakes are very
timid, but believe me they are
out there!
Our group has joined the
land care network. This will
give the group greater access
to volunteers and resources
provided by land care in a joint
venture with Newcastle City
Council.
NEXT WORKING BEE
MONDAY 9th September
START10.00AM
WHERE: Corner Griffith
Ave and Eames Ave
Call For Submissions
Community
Support Program
The Newcastle Coal Infrastructure
Group (NCIG) believes that companies
have a responsibility to contribute to
the communities in which they operate.
NCIG is living up to this responsibility
through its Community Support Program.
Just as the people of the Newcastle
community who work at NCIG contribute
to the success of the organisation, NCIG
wants to make a contribution to the future
success and prosperity of Newcastle.
The primary objective of the program
is to ensure that funding is available for
community projects and services which
provide benefits to the Newcastle area
and in particular the Mayfield, Warabrook,
Fern Bay and Stockton communities.
Application Forms
& Guidelines
The program aims to meet one or
more of the following objectives:
• Promote community involvement;
• Enhance broad social interaction
with local community;
• Promote sporting activity;
• Implement community-generated
environmental programs to
improve the environment of the
area.
Application Closing Date
Applications will be assessed on a
six monthly basis with this round of
applications closing on
Monday 30 September 2013
Application forms and guidelines are available
from the NCIG website www.ncig.com.au or
by emailing [email protected]
PRAWN
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$35* per head
Drinks @ bar prices
JUKEBOX /
SMART CASUAL DRESS
Raffle on the night.
No booked tables...first in best dressed
A mixed affair with wives or partners and friends
*deposit of $10 on booking in full by 20/10
YOU CARE, YOU THINK, YOU VOTE
MICHAEL OSBORNE FOR NEWCASTLE, CATE FAEHRMANN FOR THE SENATE
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Bowling, Stockton Swimming Club, Stockton Womens Bowling Club, Probus Club of Stockton District Combined INC, Stockton View club, Stockton Oosh, Hunter Connect and Stockton Junior Cricket Club.
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Sport
STOCKTON
TENNIS CLUB
The AGM was held on Sun
18th August and the new
committee of Pres.Peter Naude
[also Social Secretary ] ..Vice
Pres. Geoff Smith ..Secretary
unfilled ..Asst.Secretary Steve
Cole..Treasurer Sue Sansom..
Maintenance Manager Roger
Ward..Jnr.Officer
Debbie
Fullford..Grading
Manager
Maureen Price..Publicity Tony
Wheeler were all sworn in
and we wish them good luck
in bringing further progress
to this wonderful club. Steve
Cole has promised to keep the
club affairs going until a new
Secretary is appointed and shall
also help the incumbent in the
early stages. The meeting was
preceded by the North v South
challenge which was once again
comfortably won by the Souths
team. [John Nuttall Superstar of
the day]
A sensational new champion
emerges at the Cards and Cusine
night. Australia has a real
chance of getting a Gold Medal
in the “Jaffa eating “ division
of the gutsing section of the
next Olympic Games, as Brian
Kelly blitzed the opposition on
Saturday night and organisers
had to send out for extra supplies
of this orange coloured morsel
to keep this champ munching
away. When interviewed after
this amazing exhibition Brian
said “ the secret is that you just
keep shoving them into your
mouth by the handful “ [ and
don’t talk much.] Members
agreed that this is better than just
rolling them down the aisle as
we did in the old fashioned way
at the Saturday arvo matinees. It
was a wonderful night and this
was due to the efforts of Peter
Naude, whose organisational
efforts enabled the night to run
at a cracking pace and everyone
can hardly wait for the next
such night. Thanks Peter and
Amanda, it was great fun. Helen
Lewis and Ruth Nuttall led the
way in the “Best Dish” category
and Peter Naude and Amanda
won the card competition.
Potter (can’t find the flag).
G.O.B
green and many of us were
active – who come along
hanging out and looking for every RSLSBC day. Jan
extra fluid.
Burnett is waiting in the
STOCKTON
WOMENS We had lots of fortunate wings, as soon as possible
BOWLING CLUB
winners – jenny Sinclair, Jan will be back bowling.
Stockton Women’s Bowling Vicki Marshall
and her John Dureau & Toni – Ken
Club would like to thank partner Noel, Dave Burnett, Cole & Heather we miss you.
the following Stockton Jock Macpherson, Nola Hope Eric recovers quickly.
businesses who so generously Sands Diana MacIlwraith, Please everyone – get well
donated gifts in order for us Tim took home a prize and soon
to raise $1,400.00 towards (shall we put it down to Vacancies on our Committee
Wescott on Tuesday 7th “beginners luck”) a prize (1) Club Secretary, (2) lady
August, 2013. Also a huge went to Deidre Antcliff , President, any volunteers?.
“THANK YOU” to all who welcome Deidre. A good Dave Burnett will take the
BLUBBERS
participated on the day.
number of players brought reins again regarding Xmas
REPORT
STOCKTON BOWLING
home two prizes. Hope I raffle, party and goodies (I
Sunday 18th August “Big
CLUB; GENERAL
understand). Jean Carass
didn’t miss anyone.
Day” because the surf was a WASHINGTON
Our coach driver Chris had is Vice Lady President, is
bit rough, it was decided to
HOTEL; STOCKTON
some “near miss” situations there someone out there who
have a pludge as we did not HOME HARDWARE;
to deal with, hence the would enjoy the challenge
want any of the members
GLADSTONE HOTEL
warning signs displayed in and help Jean.
injured for the ball. The
AND RESTAURANT;
the buses, “please do not Beverly Macpherson thanks
water temperature was a
STOCKTON
talk to the driver. Thank you you all for your support, I
brisk 17 degrees with 41
NEWSAGENTS; HUNTER Chris for delivering us home hope you enjoyed the gift
swimmers attending. After
MEAT WHOLESALERS;
session, made only as good
safely.
all the formals our of the
STOCKTON HAIR
Things happen – Eric Pitt as the support I received
way, in which Greg Bates
VILLA; PRIORITY
did not play, he kept Bob from members who donated
being awarded the P.O.W.
HEALTH PHARMACY;
McIlwaith company. Some to make it a “funday”.
(for his mentoring ability).
BYO BOTTLE SHOP;
I need my reports to be
players were re-shuffled, we
Well 12 noon arrived and all STOCKTON SURF
had 26 players – some of the edited by our President for
the girls and boys arrived SHOP; FAY’S FISH AND
opposition played for us on a perusal (two heads are better
at the bowling club looking CHIP SHOP; RUDDERS
than one) or as Jock would
couple of rinks.
gorgeous
and
dapper. COTTAGE BAKERY;
We miss those unable to say (twaa heeds are better
Congratulations to the Belle IGA; STOCKTON RSL;
attend because of illness than yen).
and Beau of the ball. Thank LEXIES ON THE BEACH; (Bayway players – some
Next Committee meeting
you to Ian and Gordon and BOATROWERS HOTEL;
not well I understand). Ron 5:00 pm Thursday 12th sep.
staff from the bowling club L & J RESTAURANT
Harrison was unable to at the RSL Club. Next game,
for their hospitality. Ladies (SBC); BIG MAC
join us – he did a mighty at Rathmines !5th Sep. usual
aux excelled again, the tables VARIETY STORE;
job as Social Secretary and departure times. 100 club
looked magnificent – thank STOCKTON BITE CAFÉ;
like John Hunt they hold winners, wk.7 No.93, Dave
you ladies, thank-you to the CO2 HAIRDRESSER;
an impeccable record for Hunt, wk.8 No.5, Heather
restaurant and staff. Special FLICK AND BERRY;
Beverly Ramsay
support and attendance, Cole.
mention should be made of SWBC AND BETTY
thank you Ron and John. Macpherson PO.
our patron and sponsor Simon ASQUITH.
It is noted - we have very
Baker who I thought was
supportive members – still
unlucky in not being named STOCKTON
Belle. I am not sure whether
STOCKTON SHARKS JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE
WOMENS
it had to do with the (Kermit
FOOTBALL CLUB
BOWLING
CLUB
PRESENTATION DAY
the Frog) lime green suit, but
SUNDAY 15TH SPETEMBER 2013
I though you looked great A relaxing day to share a
DOORS OPEN AT 10.45AM FOR AN 11AM START AT
mate. Sunday 25th another very enjoyable lunch and a
STOCKTON SAILING CLUB
glorious day in Stockton, 42 game of bowls. Munmorah
RIDES AND LUNCH FROM 12PM
swimmers compete in the retain the shield- by a
ALL
MEMBERS
AND THEIR FAMILES ARE MOST
brace relay with Butch & narrow margin – look
WELCOME TO COME ALONG AND ENJOY THE DAY
Cal the winners. P.O.W Mal out next time. Conditions
proved rather hot on the
Stockton Tennis Club
We will be holding our regular
3 Day Junior & Cadet Tennis
Clinic these September School
Holidays (1st – 3rd Oct). PLAY
1, 2 OR 3 DAYS. Day 3 BBQ provided. Normally $35
per day but if you are financial
member of the Tennis Club we
are subsidising the cost to $20
per day or $50 for all three days.
Numbers are limited, so contact
Deb Fullford on 49282702 or
0402612352 ASAP.
Sharon Claydon
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ALTERATIONS
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www.healinghandsbeautytherapy.com
PH: 0423 235 241
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Inside Flick & Berry Modern Fashions – 55 Mitchell Street Stockton
Open 6 days. Phone 0423 490 991
FREE PICK UP &
DELIVERY
TO YOUR DOOR
Fittings available if required.
CELEBRANT
Charles Williams Art tuition in Stockton
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Weddings, ceremonies,
funerals.
Special rates for readers
of the Local
tel: 0432 281 086
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Lana's Nail & Beauty
0423 655 683
Mobile Beauty Therapist
Stocking NIMUE for facial range and retail
HOURS: Monday 9-3, Tuesday 9-7,
Wednesday 9-7, Thurday 9-6, Friday 9-6,
Saturday 9-4
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stress relief - sports injuries
chronic & longterm pain
Remedial Massage
Qualified Therapist
0432 796 209
Mini Manicure with OPI Gel Polish $40
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ART LESSONS
with local artist.
Small classess, relaxed
environment.
For details call
Holly McNamee on
4934 4314
HUNTER SHORES GARDEN
CENTRE
Ph: 02 4965 0635
LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES
PLANTS
GARDEN PRODUCTS
417 FULLERTON COVE ROAD.
FULLERTON COVE
SUDOKU
Summer weather provides glorious viewing
The unseasonally warm weather is not only giving us a taste of
summer but is also providing some visual delights. Thanks to
Lynda Wilson for this pic taken looking across the bite to Port
Stephens.
TAX
RETURNS
the lighter side
OOPS....
Apology to Pat Callaghan for not mentioning the fantastic job that he did taking the photos for the Local at the Blubbers Ball. We had
some fantastic feedback about them, so thanks Pat . I owe you a beer for the photo’s and an extra for forgetting to credit you ;-)
14 DAY REFUNDS
Pay up front for
reduced rate or
fees can be deducted
from your refund.
Eftpos and credit card.
Mark
Walmsley
B Comm A.C.A
Chartered Accountant
the barside
THE LAURELS
16 Dunbar Street
Stockton
Tax Returns from $95
ESTABLISHED IN
STOCKTON
SINCE 1994.
Scuttlebutt needed
As an editor in absentia, I
don’t have time to drop down
to the Local watering holes
and get the goss. So if you
can fill me in, please email
[email protected].
Remember no names, the not
so innocent are in enough
trouble already!!!
Notices
4920 1311
SPECIALISING IN
SMALL BUSINESS.
A bet made at the local bar......
A man walks into a bar, and as he makes his way to the counter, he stops and talks to everyone in
the bar. As he finishes with each group of people, they all get up and leave and go stand outside the
window, looking in. Finally, the bar is empty except for this guy and the bartender. The man walks
up to the counter, and says to the bartender, "I bet you $1,000 that I can spray beer from my mouth
into a shot glass from thirty feet away, and not get any outside the glass."
The bartender thinks that this guy is a nutcase, but he wants his $1,000, so he agrees. The bartender
gets out a shot glass, paces off thirty feet, and the contest begins. The man sprays beer all over the
bar. He doesn't even touch the shot glass. When he finishes, the bartender looks at him and says,
"Well, I guess you owe me $1,000, huh?"
The man answers, "Yeah, but I bet all of those people outside the window $500 a piece that I could
come in here and spray beer all over the bar."
Health
and
Wellness
0404303640
aamttherapist.com.au/tjack
Remedial Massage, Relaxation Massage, Bach Flower Remedies
ChiBall Method, Stretch and Mobility Classes
Personal Wellness
Fully Qualified and Insured Health Fund Rebates
48 Fullerton St Stockton
HOME DELIVERY PERSON
required for IGA Supermarket. Must have own reliable vehicle and
current driver's licence. Deliveries are Monday through to Friday
each week. Would ideally suit retired person looking for some extra
income. If interested please phone: 4928 1599.
GARAGE SALE
55 CLYDE ST. STOCKTON
SATURDAY. 7TH SEPTEMBER, 8.30 AM
FURNITURE, BRIC-A-BRAC, TOOLS, BOOKS,
TOYS, OLD COMPUTER BITS,
NEW AND PRE LOVED CLOTHES SIZES 8-24
THE BOATROWERS HOTEL STOCKTON
THURSDAY
MONDAY & TUESDAY NIGHTS
$11.90
RIBS & WINGS
ribs & wings $12.90
pasta & galic bread $10
NEW FASTER FORMAT
4 rounds of fun
free to play
starts @ 7
finished by 8:30
$9.90
Served with chips & salad or vegies
130A FULLERTON STREET TEL: 4928 2823
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The back page
UNDER 12’s MAKE GRAND FINAL
The Stockton Under 12’s football (soccer) team won their match on Sat 30/8 and have made it
through to the Grand Finals, which will be played Saturday at Weston against Scone. This team has
played really well to get through as we have only one reserve and at times have played with one player
short. We also have the best girl in the comp, Georgia Boyd, in spite of her size has handled both the
physical and verbal “aspects” that has been thrown at her during this season.
Real Food Real Good!
Freshly battered seafood cooked in light & crispy batter
using high quality cholesterol free oil (sunflower & cottonseed)
All day dine in breakfast with scrumptious free range farm eggs & award winning coffee
Family Cocktail Fish Pack
10 cocktail fish, large chips, lemon & tartare $15.00
Warm up with Grab n Go Soups fr. $5.00
DINE IN & TAKEAWAY
4928 2992
Open 7 days. Open Friday for dinner.
Located next to IGA - Phone orders welcome.
BUSINESS FOR SALE Ph: 0421 827 282
Tide times
NEIGHBOURHOOD WASH
HYDRO BATH WASH
& CLIPPING
PHONE: 0425261706
we love dogs
CALM DOG
BOARDING KENNELS &
TRAINING CENTRE
Dog vacations, holidays for canines.
We care for your pets.
Sourced from the Bureau of Meterology. The tide heights are in metres above Prediction Datum, red for low water and blue for high
water. The times stated are Australian Eastern Standard Time (24 hour clock).
Hope you enjoyed the read.....The Portside local is a fortnightly publication reaching 4400
homes and business in the Port Hunter suburbs and is dedicated to building community and
supporting local business. The deadline for the next issue is 19th September
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