File - THE PORTSIDE LOCAL
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File - THE PORTSIDE LOCAL
THREE GIFTS OF GIVING Printed on 80% recycled paper. Free to homes fortnightly. Circulation 4400. Issue #25 19th Dec 2013 - 8th Jan 2014 The gift “elves” pictured with volunteer Kim Rudder hand out treats at the Wescott Carols Traditionally a time for giving, the Christmas spirit of reaching out is alive and well around the Port. At the Wescott Carols on Friday 13th a group of local Stockton children were happily handing out bags of shortbread and sweet delights to residents of the aged care facility. A lovely gesture in itself, the true beauty lay in that the children had saved their own pocket money throughout the year in order to buy the treats. The goodwill felt by the giftgiving was evident on the faces of all, with one lady commenting “isn’t it lovely to see the children caring enough to give back at Christmas”. Also in the spirit for giving Medowie Lions Club and Orica join forces to make Xmas day brighter for those in need were the Medowie Lions Club and Orica who rolled out their annual Christmas hampers for families in need. Usually a manual task undertaken by Barry and helpers at the Medowie Lions Club, this year employees of Orica assisted, packing 30 hampers at the Stockton Senior Citizens Association Hall in Mitchell Street. The hampers were then distributed to families nominated by the principals of Stockton Public School, Fern Bay Public School and St Peter’s Primary School, Stockton. The hamper program has been a joint effort by Orica and the Lions Club for over 25 years and has become an annual tradition. Of the gesture, Orica General Manager Greg Holmes said: “The Medowie Lions Club is passionate about supporting the local community and I am thankful that Orica can collaborate with them for this very worthwhile cause.” The third gift of giving may be a little further away than the holiday season, however it is the most ambitious of them all, with local Ronnie Watts preparing for a 14 day ride in the Phillipines to raise money for the victims of Typhoon Haiyan via the Red Cross campaign. Ronnie is of Filipino heritage and has over 50 family members in Tacloban who were directly impacted by the Ronnie Watts prepares for 14 day fundraising expedition in the Phillipines to help Typhoon victims devastating storm. Some of the more unfortunate have no jobs and no insurance for destroyed homes with their lives being changed forever. The 300 km trip scheduled for March next year will be Ronnie’s first major cycling expedition, however he is not adverse to adventure, having completed and a Himalayan trek across Bhutan to the Tibetan border and back in the past. The goal is to raise $10,000, enough money Ronnie says to “buy clean water kits for 80 families, essential household supplies, such as cooking pots and bedding for 30 families, family hygiene kits for 30 families, 100 tarpaulins to help make temporary shelters, food for 30 families for 2 weeks, and after that, still have over $2000 remaining to support Red Cross longer term programs in the affected areas.” Paying his own way and using his personal leave Ronnie has already raised a commendable $2,778. Of the trip Ronnie says he also wants to “include locals in some way and have them be a part of a fundraiser that benefits their region. I’m thinking of getting maybe a local tour guide or bike shop owner or someone similar involved because it will help them get back on their feet.” If you have a little more to give this Christmas visit : typhoonappeal.gofundraise. com.au/page/tourdetacloban Richard Peel would like to thank you for your ongoing support and he looks forward to helping you achieve your property dreams in 2014. Season’s Greetings and Best Wishes for a Happy New Year. rhstockton.com 4928 4000 Around the port INDEX News, Views & more Pgs 2 - 5 History & interest Pg- 5 Lifestyle & entertainment Pgs 6 -7 Community Pg 8 Sport Pg 9 Trades & Services Pg 10 Barside & Sudoku Pg 11 Tide Times pg 12 The Portside Local is a Stockton Local production ABN: 43 042 100 367 Editor and Publisher: Fiona Britten Tel: 0400 416 798 or [email protected] Deadline for the next issue is 6th january 2014 Ed’s 2 cents. There isn’t much room left this issue, so I will keep it short ;-) As the paper sees in it’s second Christmas, I can’t help but think of how grateful I am to all those who have helped me keep it going. Without advertising and pledges the ‘local rag’ could simply not exist and so to each and everyone I thank you for sticking with me and believing that hard-copy newspapers still have a place in an electronic society. In particular I wish to thank my major supporters, the Boatrowers Hotel, The Stockton Bowling Club, Stockton RSL, The General Washington Hotel, the Gladstone Hotel, Raine and Horne Stockton, France Family Funerals, Stockton Hardware, S h o t t e r s Lawyers and Mark Walmsley accounting. These local businesses have been with the paper since day one and I encourage you all to patronise their businesses as return thanks for the pages that hit the street every fortnight. To those who made pledges; Stockton Mens Bowling Club, Stockton RSL subbranch, Stockton Historical Society, Stockton RSL Social Bowling, Stockton Swimming Club, Stockton Womens Bowling Club, Probus Club of Stockton District Combined INC, Stockton View club, Stockton Oosh, Hunter Connect, Stockton Junior Cricket Club, Stockton Parish of St Petersa and Surfside Church, thank you for sharing the costs of delivery and to all the trades and services who keep page 10 alive, I thank-you. To the regular contributors Charles Willams and Rick Banyard, you have saved my skin and fingers on countless occasions as have the team at Fairfax Regional Press who manage even though I miss the deadline time and time again. To Chris Smith and Pat Callaghan for capturing shots much better than I could ever do, I appreciate not only your talent but your generosity and to all those who deliver the paper, Chris, Annette Leslie, Deb, Ruth & Finn, Melissa K & co, Liz & the Carrington Crew, Cooper and the delightful Pat... thank you, thank you, thank you. To all the readers, it is a privilege to weave these pages together for you and to Stu, Robbo & Lenore thanks for putting up with the cursing.... I sincerely hope that the silly season brings you all memories that last forever, laughter that can be heard long after it has passed and that prosperity and happiness embrace you in 2014. Christmas With Healing Hands Beauty & Massage Therapy IS NOW ONLINE www.portsidelocal.com To ed (& Rick) from council... Dear Ed, Congratulations on launching "Portside Local" while other newspapers are closing down. A brave move and one I hope will meet with continuing success. Happy Christmas Patricia from Carrington via email....thanks Patricia. ed ;-) Hi Rick I was born in Stockton in 1951 and have lived in Fern Bay nearly all my life. I was here when Stockton Bridge was built. The original bridge and road design did what your article suggests. When you head west down Stockton Bridge and over the coal conveyors you can see the easement across the island for the road. There was not supposed to be an intersection at Stockton bridge. The turn off to and from Stockton was supposed to weave around and go under the bridge. The four lane road was supposed to go across Kooragang, across the back of the BHP dump and join up with the future inner city bypass at Sandgate. Here we are over 40 years later and nothing has been completed. Thanks.. Terry via email update of 10 December Stockton Beach Holiday Park Council resolved to accept the tender the Uniplan Pty Ltd for the supply and installation of 16 cabins at a value of $2,176,935.00 Newcastle Coastal and Reserve Estuary Trust funding Council posted in their the transfer of loan repayments from Newcastle Airport Limited to the Coastal Revitalisation Program Reserve and to receive a report on the status of Council’s coastal buildings and surf club renovation projects. Council also agreed a workshop should be conducted with Council to explore opportunities to enhance the local benefit derived from the long term lease or sale of the Port of Newcastle. Scott Street, proposed speed cushions west of Bolton Street The matter was laid on the table until the next Council meeting. Perfect Gift ideas for your loved ones! * Luxurious Pure Fiji Gift Packs * Active Skin Care Kits * Pampering Gift Certificates *Pamper Packages Due to popular demand, extended trading hours leading up to Christmas Day. Don’t miss out! 55 Mitchell Street Stockton Phone 0423 490 991 www.healinghandsbeautytherapy.com 2 | Thursday 19th Dec 2013 - 8th Jan 2014 | portside PROUDLY AUSTRALIAN LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED BY THE FRANCE FAMILY All Areas - 24 Hours 7 Days 4928 1522 63 Mitchell Street (cnr King St), Stockton Putting Families First ... Since 1882 - Three Generations of Caring www.fff.com.au Specialising in Fixed Price Pre-Paid Funeral Plans Free, No Obligation Information & Advisory Service Funeral Finance & Easy Payment Plans Available* * A nneFLrance adyFUNERALS Local Subject to Approval Incorporating Jonah Bevan FUNERAL DIRECTORS News, Views and More TULLY, COCO & WIL SHARPEN THEIR PENCILS For 25 years, the Newcastle Herald has been encouraging the creative talents of the students via their School Newspaper Competition. Such is the popularity of the competition that this year the Herald reported more than 300 students from 96 schools entered. Amongst the hopefuls were three local students. Winning the category for Best Editorial were Tully Collison and Coco Tindall from Fern Bay Primary School whilst Wil Nott of Newcastle East primary was highly commended in the Best Cartoon category. Selecting the highly topical and relevant subject of the Tourle Street Bridge, with their piece “Tourle Street now One Bridge Too Far”, Tully and Coco embraced the editorial role not holding back any punches by articulating what many of us think, the situation is “one of the biggest mistakes that has been planned by a government for a long time”. In the budget handed down on 16th Decemeber the Federal Goverment finally committed to funding a further upgrade of the Bridge and Cormoranrt Drive, however considering other (more sensible?) options (such as a direct connection on to Industrial Drive) appear to have been overlooked, it seems that Tully and Coco hit showed maturity beyond their years by ending their piece with this... ....“We are very lucky that planners in the past had the vision to build the Stockton Bridge” ...”It is a shame that the planners and governments of today, or even a few years ago, didn’t have the foresight of those back in 1971 in looking to the future instead of trying to replace something that was already out of date”. More about the awards as well as photos and the full version of Tully and Coco’s editorial can be viewed online @ http://www.theherald.com. au/story/1933389/schoolnewspaper-competitionwinners-photos-video/ - ed. www.stocktonbowlo.com your host on the coast Make the festive season club bowlo your THURSDAY 19th DECEMBER FROSTY THE SNOW MAN MEETS SANTA KIDS SHOW 6:30 - 8:30 Tickets $5 Happy Christmas from Lawerence, Jocelyn and all the staff at L&J Dining Celebrate Xmas eve at the club with a three course dinner & a beer on Santa!!!!!! YOUR CHOICE OF WESTERN OR ASIAN* 3 courses for and a stubby of James Boags Premium Lager $20 for members and $25 for non-members *any Asian up to $14.90 - seafood dishes extra all Western meals served with vegetables or chips and salad Have you reserved your table yet? As pictured on the Newcastle Herald website, Best Editorial winners Tully Collinson and Coco Tindall and Highly Commended Cartoonist Wil Nott LIVE MUSIC TAX DEFACED RETURNS SHIP O’ FOOLS & THE BOWLO PRESENT 14 DAY REFUNDS Level Five, 45 Hunter Street, NEWCASTLE Merry Christmas & seasons wishes to all our loyal customers, thank you for all your support and for shopping locally over 2013. Be safe on the roads and don’t forget we have a range of last minute Christmas gifts that will suit all your family and friends. - Bill, Paul and staff Pay up front for reduced rate or fees can be deducted from your refund. Eftpos and credit card. Mark Walmsley NEW YEARS DAY with Chris Kelly in the Beach Bar. B Comm A.C.A Chartered Accountant 4920 1311 16 Dunbar Street Stockton Tax Returns from $95 SPECIALISING IN SMALL BUSINESS. ESTABLISHED IN STOCKTON SINCE 1994. Authentic Asian & great Australian. Best view on the coast. ph: 4920 1981 3 | Thursday 19th Dec 2013 - 8th Jan 2014 | portside Local News, Views & More Wishing you & your family a safe & happy Christmas Club Closed XMAS day HAM RAFFLE FRIDAY 20th DECEMBER ROCKABILLY Crimson Tide Sat 9th Nov DRAWN 6:30pm Sun 10th Nov -C Adam HER Price VOU RAFFLE DJ PATSAN in the Bar Warm Up Fri 20th December SATURDAY 21st DECEMBER “swingin' good time band” FRI 27th - MARK LEE SAT 28th - LOOSE CHANGE FRIDAY 13th DEC drawn 7pm NEW Then Family Christmas Karaoke YEARS EVE Celebrate with the Jungle Kings and bring on 2014. Have a wild time with your chance to win 2 tickets to the Lion King drawn at 10:30pm 2014 Memberships due COCKTAIL LOUNGE BAR & payable before the 31st December 2013 REFLECTIONS BISTRO NOW OPEN ON MONDAYS Every Monday enjoy a FREE CHEFS CHOICE DESSERT when you purchase a main meal. (cut out this voucher to redeem) STOCKTON RSL & CITIZENS CLUB Cnr Clyde & Douglas Street Ph 4928 2333 4 | Thursday 19th Dec 2013 - 8th Jan 2014| portside Lo- TENDERS OPEN FOR CLOCK TOWER City Hall, one of Newcastle’s most prestigious and recognisable buildings, is set to turn back time with tenders being released for the repair of the façade of the magnificent clock tower. Lord Mayor Jeff McLoy says Newcastle City Hall is one of our most important buildings and the restoration of the sandstone façade should be a priority for all levels of government. Following on from a successful trial restoration in 2010, Council has been planning exterior restoration works to City Hall which are all part of the City Hall Conservation Management Plan. It will be business as usual in City Hall while the works are completed. Scaffolding will be erected on the exterior of the building however minimal impact is expected for events booked at the historic site. Council’s last audit revealed that there was an estimated $112,753,000 expenditure required to bring all of Council’s assets up to a satisfactory standard. Council in recent years has identified the requirement to upgrade its assets and as a result has significantly increased annual expenditure on these items. Council's 10 Year Strategic Plan identified the need to increase borrowings as a source of funds to do this. The biggest asset class requiring attention is “buildings and structures” with the biggest item on this list the City Hall. The most critical City Hall element in need of renewal is the Clock NEWCASTLE TO HOST UNI GAMES It was announced last week that in July 2014, Newcastle will host approximately 3,000 university and TAFE students from New South Wales and the ACT, as they take part in 17 different sports over four days of competition. Sports on offer are expected to include AFL 9s, basketball, football, futsal, golf – singles, hockey, indoor cricket, lawn bowls, netball, oztag, squash – singles, surfing (also held as national championship), tennis – singles, tenpin bowling, touch, ultimate and volleyball. It is estimated that the games will generate around $1 million in economic benefit for the local Newcastle economy with significant business opportunities for accommodation, transport and hospitality operators. Tower. The funding support is a 4% interest subsidy on borrowings for the project. The subsidy results in a significant cost saving for The City of Newcastle by reducing the amount of interest paid. Tenders are open until Tuesday 28 January at 2pm - NCC Media release Lifestyle and Entertainment NEWCASTLE MUSEUM Marine Monster Workshops - When: 10.30 – 12.30am, Wednesday 8, 15 & 22 January Ages: Under 12 - Cost $10 per child (10% discount for NovaKid members). Bookings essential 4974 1400 The count-down to Clean Up Australia Day is on and the Museum is doing its bit to clean up our oceans. Their fun and engaging Marine Monster workshops hosted by artist Ken O’Regan will see you making weird and wonderful sea creatures out of litter. Take home an angler fish made out of salvaged bottles or a giant squid made from bits of rope! Deep Sea Decorator’s Craft Tables - When: 10am – 12pm, Monday 6,13, 20 January and Friday 10, 17 January Ages: All welcome Cost: $2 per child. No need to book, just drop in! Go along and make the weird and wonderful sea creatures you’re likely to find in our ocean’s depths. Some glow in the dark while others are just plain ugly. Your creations will be used to decorate the Deep Oceans Disco on 22 January. Glow in the Dark Disco - When: 5 – 7pm, Wednesday 22 January Ages: 12 & under. Cost : Disco $5 per child; Face painting $2 per person No need to book, just drop in! Transport yourself down to the deep sea where light cannot reach! They will have a Deep Oceans Disco where creatures (including the kids) will glow in the dark. Wriggle your tentacles, groove your fins and dance to Ruby the Clown’s tunes. NEWCASTLE ART GALLERY For children 5-8 years old - 10.30am – 12.30pm. For children 8-12 years old 2.30pm – 4.30pm Week 1: Tues 14, Wed 15, & Thurs 16 January - will feature a focus on sculpture. Week 2: Tues 21, Wed 22, & Thurs 23 January - will explore ideas of the beach and summer. $15 per child, includes materials. Bookings required, call 4974 5100. ARTCART - FREE - Sunday, 22 December, 2013 10.30am - 12.30pm Bookings Not Required ARTCART is the Gallery’s popular hands-on art activities program for young people and is a great way to get kids making art. You will need to arrive at the Gallery before 12:00 noon to ensure you have time to finish your art activities. LOCAL SWIMMING POOLS (activities are free - however normal entry fees apply) SPORTY KIDS - Event time: 10am to 2pm Event dates: Monday 6 Jan – Mayfield, Tuesday 7 Jan – Stockton, Friday 10 Jan – Lambton. Practice your hitting, catching, throwing, passing, shooting, kicking, stepping, running, jumping and scoring with Sportykids! The Sportykids crew will be coming to your local centre to run fun, sporty activities for all ages. Don’t forget to bring your joggers! JUNIOR RANGER - 10 to 1pm - Mon 13 Jan – Lambton, Wed 15 Jan – Mayfield, Thurs 16 – Stockton Come and be a junior ranger at your local pool! Blackbutt will present a program which will include activities and animal shows - get creative with nature, and up close and personal with some of Blackbutt’s favourite critters! TOGS & TALES - Event time: 10am to 2pm. Event dates: Wed 22 Jan – Stockton, Thurs 23 Jan – Lambton, Friday 24 Jan – Mayfield Council libraries will be hosting a day of fun the pools! The day will include obviously lots of swimming, but also story times, craft and fun activities for the kids. FITTING IN FITNESS TIPS FROM THE FORUM Everyone is challenged at this time of year to keep up a fitness regime. But there are ways to keep it fresh. Exercising can give you the energy you need to keep up with the kids and stay in shape over the summer season. Outdoor exercise - Take advantage of the warmer mornings and evenings and head outside for a walk or run. Go alone, find an exercise buddy, or join a group such as The Forum’s Run Club at Honeysuckle. To cool down, find one of the Hunter’s beautiful patrolled beaches or baths. Kids programs - Need to occupy the kids these summer holidays? Enrolments are now open for The Forum’s active kids summer holiday program, Fun 4 Sports in January. It’s for children aged 6 – 12 years and is delivered by qualified and licensed coaches at The Forum University. Full day sessions include ball sports in the morning and supervised play in the splashzone in the afternoon. Tips for travelling - On car, train or plane trips we tend to spend a lot of time seated. Schedule in some time for activities that get you up and moving and opt to walk when you can. Pack healthy snacks to curb fast-food cravings. Christmas parties - With careful planning, you can navigate the myriad of work functions and family gatherings without undoing all your hard work. Enjoy plenty of fresh salads, drink lots of water and limit your alcohol intake. But don’t hold back on the dance floor – cardio workouts never looked so good! The Forum Harbourside on Honeysuckle has classes to suit any fitness level and experienced trainers to help you get the most out of your workout and help you reach your goals. Check out www.theforum.org. au for timetables and trading hours over the holiday season. 19th December - 2nd Jan Friday 20th December - Warm Up Lounge DJ Patson @ Stockton RSL - Misbehave @ Stockton Bowling Club - BENJALU @ the Cambridge - DJ RPM @ the Brewery Saturday 21st December - Summer Land Kings @ Stockton RSL - Andrew Richmond @ the Lass O’Gowrie - DJ Symon @ Stockton Bowling Club - The Remedy Duo @ the Brewery Sunday 22nd December - Adam Price @ Stockton RSL - Live Music @ the Lass O’Gowrie - Defaced @ Stockton Bowling Club - Bottom Bar Friday 27th December - Mark Lee @ Stockton RSL - Chris Kelly @ Stockton Bowling Club - Oh! Webber @ the Brewery Saturday 28th December - Loose Change @ Stockton RSL - DJ Symon @ Stockton Bowling Club - Katrina Burgoyne @ the Brewery Sunday 29th December - Kevin OHara @ Stockton Bowling Club New Years Eve - Adam Price @ Stockton RSL - THE SEABELLIES et al @ the Lass O’Gowrie - Defaced @ Stockton Bowling Club DR.M.A.HAMIDI Dr Mike Hamidi advises all his patients that the surgery will be closed for Christmas break from Monday 23 December 2013 till Sunday 5 January 2014 . The last working day will be Friday 20 December 2013 and all the patients are urged to make sure they have enough medications to last till we return back on Monday 6 January 2014 . They must let us know by 5.00 PM on Friday 20 December if they need any prescriptions. The Surgery will provide 24 Hours 7 Days medical cover during the Christmas Holiday break through After Hours Doctor Service . Please call 4943 6666 for after hours medical care. In case of emergency please call 000 or go to nearest hospital. and a very Happy , Healthy and Prosperous new year. THE GLADSTONE HOTEL "YOU’RE THE STAR" Last Friday of the month won Prizes to be Unleash your inner star! FOR FUNCTIONS, BIRTHDAYS, ANYTHING TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR BACK ROOM AND BEER GARDEN ….WE CAN ACCOMMODATE ALL YOUR CATERING NEEDS BIG OR SMALL.... DR. M.A.HAMIDI 18 MITCHELL STREET STOCKTON NSW 2295 TEL : 4928 1955 36 Mitchell St , STOCKTON, NSW, 2295 Phone 4928 1504 JOIN US ON Live Entertainment by Clean Slate $4.00 spirits Sunday afternoons from 2-6pm MARK, TRACY, VICTOR AND TERESE WOULD LIKE TO WISH ALL OUR VALUED CUSTOMERS A MERRY XMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR. 5 | Thursday 19th Dec 2013 - 8th Jan 2014 | portside Local The year that was.....the stories that made the paper An historic Catalina touch down for Australia Day celebrations on the Harbour JANUARY The Stockton Senior Citizens Hall is saved from potential closure with costs for a new roof covered by Orica Gauges measure nearly 200mm of rain with localised flooding across the Port Fullerton Cove residents march with conviction to take on the Coal Seam Gas industry, successfully locking their gates. MARCH Casey and Jeff Parsons take out a swag of baking awards at the Newie show The “Great Rail Debate’ heats up as SOR heads to the big smoke and takes to the streets Daniel “the Doberman” Ammann retains the Australian cruiserweight championship FEBRUARY The Rainbow Warrior visits as part of the T4 expansion protest Dr Mike Hamidi is recognised for 40 years of service on Stockton the Carro bowlo ‘gets social’ on a successful fundraising day to In memory of the fallen... this is my favourite keep front page ever. Taking 16 hours to create, it was a pleasure to pay tribute to the Anzac spirit APRIL Power Boats hit the Harbour offering plenty of visual thrills and spills Union v League during the Harry’s House Charity Shield Day MAY JULY Ladies of Bayway Village don their pink ‘undergarments’ on the outside to raise money for breast cancer research Stockton based Westpac Helicopter Support Group hold their first fundraiser wiuth Christmas in July at the Bowling Club. JUNE With the assistance of the Stockton RSL Sub-Branch, the Portside Local makes it way to troops in Afghanistan The Stockton Bowling Club holds a free ‘concert for the community’ thanking them for their support and patronage after the robbery After repointing, St Pauls Stockton is rehallowed and the occasion celebrated Deadline and Publication dates for the New Year ISSUE 26 - deadline 6th January Circulation 9th January (please note this will be an 8 page issue) Carrington Tennis Club is presented with a cheque for $60,000 from Port Waratah Coal Services. 6 | Thursday 19th Dec 2013 - 8th Jan 2014 | portside Local ISSUE 27 - deadline 29th January Circulation 23rd January ISSUE 28 - deadline 3rd February Circulation 6th February Lifestyle & Entertainment AUGUST Stockton remembers Tom Kellet with the service attended by hundreds Stockton Little A’s is among a bevvie of Local winners in the 2NUR awards Samantha Meyn is awarded the state Pride of Australia medal for Community Spirit A unique sight with the replica Portugese Fishing Boat (Caravel) ‘Notorious’ sailing into the Port 12 months passes since fuel pumped into cars, mowers were filled or tyres pumped. September The 2013 Bill Arthur Shield is fought and won October left: Residents in Carrington bear the worst of the storm which caused significant flooding in the suburb, headlining news bulletins around the country. Navy ships visit the Port on their way to Sydney December November St Peter’s Bazaar provided plenty of entertainment Starfish win their Netball grandfinal left: Nikki, Jet & Co enjoy the Wescott Xmas Carols below: Santa looks after the kids whilst the elf blessess the ‘less sober’ at the Boaties Chrissy party Stockton RSL combines fundraising for cancer awareness with fun on Melbourne Cup day The Toy Run begins it’s journey near the General Washington Hotel Trawlers make their presence known in the Bight with multiple vessels out trying their luck for that ‘mighty Xmas catch’. River trawlers also reported good catches 7 | Thursday 19th Dec 2013 - 8th Jan 2014 | portside Local Community PROBUS CLUB  We held our final monthly meeting of the year on Tuesday last when we discussed our plans for 2014. Afterwards we adjourned to the dining room of the Stockton RSL & Citizens Club where we partook of a scrumptious lunch prepared by the chef and his helpers. It is always good to relax after all the business is dealt with!! Our Program Officer, Moira has asked Vicki Matthew of Westcott to speak at our next meeting in February about the nursing and health care provided by the home. Anyone interested in this topic is welcome to come. We hold our meetings every second Tuesday of the month in the Willcox Room at the Stockton RSL & Citizens Club so the date for this talk will be 12 February 2014 at 10.30am. We are looking to increase our membership in 2014 and can accommodate more men and women. If you are interested please telephone President Edith on 4928 1572 or Secretary Barbara on 4928 2554 for more information. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Club for the use of the facilities throughout the year and to particularly thank Michele and her staff for their assistance. The Portside Local is to be congratulated for keeping all our members and local people informed of the happenings of our district and I thank Fiona in this regard. Betty Lyon Publicity Officer NORMA AND VERLE PRESENTED WITH PATRON’S BADGES HAPPY TRAVELLERS The Stockton Happy Travellers group has had an exciting year with all the social outings we have had! On Friday 29th of November, 45 members went on a three hour twilight dinner cruise around Newcastle harbour, and the night was enjoyed by all who attended. We had great company, great food and many danced away the hours. The last outing for 2013 was held on the 6th of December, with a coach tour to see the spectacular and awe inspiring Christmas lights display at Hunter Valley Gardens and dinner at the Neath hotel. A big thank you to the members for supporting the Stockton Happy Travellers Group with donations and for lending a helping hand when needed throughout the first year of operations. On behalf of the Stockton Happy Travellers Group, I would like to wish all the members a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year! For more information contact travel cocoordinator Judith Foley. “The lights and sounds of the Hunter Valley Gardens were truly beautiful.”. Lesley Lloyd. Above: Well deserved recognition was given to Norma Edwards (left) and Verle Gilson (right) STOCKTON VIEW CLUB The last function for the VIEW club for 2013 was the Christmas luncheon held at the R.S.L.club on Tuesday 11th December.President Leslie introduced Robin Bosche who is the National Counsellor who wished us well for the coming year.Robin then had the pleasing job of presenting long serving members Norma Edward and Verle Gilson with patron’s badges.Norma has been a member of the club since 12 July 1972 and Verle joined on the 12 May 1976.I am sure everybody was happy and surprised and we all congratulate them and wish them well. After a very nice lunch we were entertained by the C Change Duo from Nelson Bay who played and sang some older songs that everyone could sing along with and enjoy.This completed a very nice day. Margaret Walmsley Publicity Officer A CHANCE TO REST AND REFLECT The volunteers who make up the Medowie Lions Club wil be on hand again this festive season, gladly working to keep our roads safer and helping our loved ones to make it home. It is widely reported that m any accidents occur nearer your destination, making the Medowie Driver Reviver a perfect ;one lst whistle stop before they end their holidays. As funding and resources 5pm Christmas Eve don’t allow them to be a permanent fixture The Medowie driver reviver is open on scheduled days. The van will be manned between the hours of 10.00am - 6.00pm.. 27th - 29th December, 3rd - 5th, 18th & 19th, 25th - 27th January. If you are travelling at this time, why not drop in on your way home? Not only will you have a chance to reflect on the fun times you’ve had, you get to take a safety break whilst putting money back into the local community....merry christmas all round.... “As this year draws to a close, I would like to thank the people of Newcastle for their ongoing support and ideas. On behalf of my staff and family I wish everyone an enjoyable and safe festive season. I sincerely hope that the New Year brings much success and happiness to all, and I look forward to continuing to work with the community in 2014.” - Tim Owen AM MP Closed from Dec 23rd opened 6th of Jan (02) 4926 1126 414 Hunter Street (PO Box 1816) (02) 4926 2134 Newcastle NSW 2300 [email protected] 8 | Thursday 19th Dec 2013 - 8th Jan 2014 | portside Local STOCKTON MENS BOWLING CLUB Presentation Night was held on Sat.16th Nov. Although the attendance was a little disappointing those present were entertained by the Mens Club President, Peter Walsh, who was MC, with his unique brand of humour, when presenting the Championship awards. A very popular “Club Person of the Year” award was presented to Peter Bland who does more than his fair share of work at the Club during the year. Peter’s acceptance speech was unusually brief. DJ Symon entertained those present with some easy listening music following the presentations. (see group photo to right of award winners with Mens Club President, Peter Walsh). The Mens Travelling Bowlers Group held a delayed AGM also on Sat. 16th Nov. and it was voted to continue the Group, which was in danger of disbanding, and a new Committee was elected. President: Paul Taylor, Secretary/Treasurer: Graeme Sport Moxey, Committee: Michael Rowan, Dave Burnett, Jock Macpherson. Next trip away will be in May / June 2014. Committee to decide on venue. Games Organiser, Graeme Moxey has advised that all Club Championship events will be run using the original format of a closing date for each event and a start date. Each event will follow on from the previous one. The First event is the Fours, nominations will close on the 31st Dec. 2013 and the 1st Round will commence on Sun. 12th Jan. 2014, Bowlers wishing to enter Club Championship events are reminded to keep a close check on the notice board and be aware of closing dates for each event. A sheet is on the notice board for members wishing to enter the “Midsummer Twilight Triples” which will be played over 3 nights, on 8th, 9th, 10th Jan. 2014. Further details are on the entry sheet. At a meeting of Pennant players held on Sat. 30th Nov. it was decided to nominate a No.1Grade Pennant Side. The Club has since been advised that this has been unsuccessful and our Grades for the 2014 season will be: No.2,3,5,and 7 Grades for Sat. Pennants, and No.3 and 5 Grades for Mid Week. With the festive season fast approaching, Jack High would like to wish all Club members and Staff, the Board of Directors, Mens Bowling 2013 in Newcastle Family friendly and alcohol free Fireworks displays at 9pm only Rides, food stalls and DJs from 6pm Newcastle Museum has farm themed activities and will be open until 8.30pm Nobbys Lighthouse Boardwalk closed from 7pm Road closures from 3pm Buses, ferry and trains using special New Years Eve Timetable (infoline 131 500) For more information visit: www.newcastle.nsw.gov.au Club Committee, our Editor (recently retired from bicycle riding), and to all our members who are not feeling too well at present, a very merry Xmas and a happy and healthy New Year. Until next year, good bowling. Jack High PO. STOCKTON RSL SOCIAL BOWLS By the time this report goes to air (so to speak) some vey important decisions concerning our forty year old social bowls club will have been addressed and it is expected to conduct a final meeting after our next lot of visitors. Lemon Tree Passage will visit on Sunday 19 January 2014 - morning bowls - 10.0am start (NOTE: MORNING SUNDAY 19 JANUARY 2014 - UNIFORM) . LTP offered a great luncheon and home-made slices when we visited them - we will try to reciprocate in a like manner although our members will not be required to cook slices. LTP were a new name added to our list and actually it is their first and possibly their last visit. In days gone by - The coach was always full with a waiting list. Unfortunately disappointment for some who were unable to attend those enjoyable days out. We had very supportive members over the years remember the Baileys who did all the catering. Remember the home- made pickles and other condiments for us to choose by way of enhancing our barbiestruly a family event. The club advanced from men only to men & women’s games played on separate greens, then eventually to mixed games. Life-long friendships have developed from our inter-club visits. The first thing we do is seek out our visiting friends. Other clubs have expressed hardship and cost-cutting problems as well as health problems in continuing entertaining their visitors. Our sister club Toronto (our friends Stan & his wife) are battling and Morisset Club - remember the great hospitality in the main building - Morisset is privately owned now and those who welcome visitors are relegated to ‘the Hut’ and no professional catering provided. They still manage to serve us a tasty meal - but makes them busy-busybusy. Bowling in general is experiencing changes. Speaking of last visits - thank you Ron Harrison for your assistance over the years as a committee member and Bob McIlwraith, Neville Shearman and others. Committee members are hard to replace - the club does not have a Secretary & no Lady President - at this point in time. Jennifer Sinclair, Vicki Goodwin and Tony, Vicki Marshall, Denise Quinlan, just to name a few have indicated they are unable to continue with the club-others are stricken by illness and other more able players who have risen in the bowling world are fully-booked with competitive bowling-which seems to take up every spare space on the calendar these days. We even need to compete for the green at times. Heather Cole & Ken are moving away. Heather will continue her association with the club whilst ever it is functional. President Dave Burnett is ‘holding the club together’ -almost single-handed-what a mighty job. A meeting soon after LTP visit will reveal further outcome. Thank you local portside editor - you keep us posted. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL.TAKE CARE 2014. 9 | Thursday 19th Dec 2013 - 8th Jan 2014 | portside Local Trades HANDYMAN Landscaping ATC Handyman Maintenance Services. Painting/ concreting lawnmowing/ gardens & much more STOCKTON BASED Neil Crawford • Paving • Turfing • Planting • Consulting • Sprinkler Systems • All Aspects • Free Quotes Qualified Horticulturalist Gold Lic 7827c Terry - 0400 923 899 Ph 4928 3000 PLUMBING Electrician D&S MOXEY PLUMBING PLUMBING & DRAINAGE NATURAL & LPG GAS FITTING For all renovations, Extensions, Repairs, Maintenance. Owner builders, Domestic, Commercial. Quality work with over 40 years experience. We do small jobs. At Last ... a reliable, safe and quality service. 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LIC: 228589C 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 Mini Manicure with OPI Gel Polish $40 keep up to date on facebook for my current specials 10 | Thursday 19th Dec 2013 - 8th Jan 2014 | portside Local HUNTER SHORES GARDEN CENTRE Ph: 02 4965 0635 LANDSCAPE SUPPLIES PLANTS GARDEN PRODUCTS 417 FULLERTON COVE ROAD. FULLERTON COVE CHRISTMAS - FEATURE GIFT Sudoku I thought long and hard about doing a piece on local Christmas giving ideas, but it started to become a task bigger than Ben Hur so this year, I decided to present just one “product” that is locally created and is the perfect stocking filler for anyone who loves Newcastle and it’s surf culture. Throwing Buckets is an online surf/lifestyle magazine based right here in Newcastle. The creation of well regarded photographer and reporter, Publisher and Editor Grant Sproule says simply “it’s a local mag for the local surfer”. Everything you need to know about the beach lifestyle and culture that makes our area so unique and so special. Available on itunes or @ pocketmag.com. This is one for almost anyone who enjoys a glimpse or has a passion for surf culture. The best thing is, you can buy it as a subscription and send your personalised gift card via email or print off to hand deliver in person. -ed sport continued JELLY BLUBBERS Another year has nearly passed and it has been a big year for the blubbers, with our 40th Annual and our trip to W.A for the Aust. Titles. At our presentation night a number of our members received their trophies for winning but we must acknowledge the members who attended every Sunday of the season to receive their 100% for 2013. They were Butch Taylor, Kevin Jackson, Steve Gill, Dale Walton, Gregg Linich, Steve Smith, Jorgen Hallmen, Dave Saxby & Warren Pugh. Congratulations guys. As well as the 100% another sort after trophy is the “Soup of the Year” and it was a popular winner of the blubbers – yours truly “GOB”. Thanks guys. Our AGM will be held on Sunday 16th March from 8am for breakie @ the Boaties. The club would like to express our gratitude to our sponsors “The Boaties”. To Warren, staff and patrons for your support throughout the year. “The Bowlo”, Ian, Gordon, Emma and staff thank you. Last but not least Brumby’s Warners Bay. Thanks Mate. With only a couple of days till Christmas the Blubbers would like to wish the residents of Stockton Merry Xmas and a prosperous New Year. Solution back page Have your say on the potential for Mitchell St Recently a member of the Stockton Community Action Group and I had a discussion about the possibilities to freshen up Mitchell Street to give it a little more well shall we say....“street appeal”. I always feel a tinge of envy when I drive through Carrington’s tree lined Young Street, with it’s elegant village feel and after a good talking to myself, I decided I should stop going green and set about putting my time into gathering ideas from the community. A round of funding becomes available in February, so a small group will be needed to help gauge user preferences for design practicality and aesthetics and to prepare documentation. If you can say yes to one or all of the following and would like to be involved in this ‘scoping’ exercise then please email [email protected]. With the timeframe so short and the silly season in the way, there may be time for two meetings (dates to be announced in the first issue of 2014) so all are urged to come along. Ideas will be collected in writing with a short time for positive discussion about needs and wants allocated. Do you have an interest in the revitalisation of Mitchell Street Stockton? Do you think positively about improvement of the streetscape? Do you have any ideas on how the street could be improved both visually and practically? Are you able and have the time to prepare submissions for grants and funding? Are you good at running focus groups to gauge community preferences? Do you have any engineering or consulting skills that could be offered? 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This is the largest fine imposed upon a defendant for a breach of the Marine Pollution Act 1987 (NSW). The prosecution related to an oil spill in the Port of Newcastle on 25 August 2010. At the time of the spill, NPC engaged in an extensive clean up operation and undertook an investigation of the incident. The Court’s decision highlights the seriousness of marine pollution incidents. Shame the oyster operators in the area didn’t get a financial result. -ed Hunter Water to sell HQ In order to fund an upgrade to the Burwood beach wastewater treatment plant, Hunter water have proposed to sell their Honeysuckle Headquarters. Proceeds from the sale will be combined with recent sales of properties around the now shelved Tillegra Dam project to and Hunter Water will have a 10-year lease with an option for a further five years. A Hunter Water spokesperson said they intend to remain in the building for the full 10 years. 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The deadline for the next issue is 6th january 2014 12 | Thursday 19th Dec 2013 - 8th Jan 2014 | portside Local Tijuana Tuesday Mexican Food Margaritas & Coronas WEDNESDAY $10 PIZZA OR PASTA THURSDAY $11.50 CHICKEN SCHNITZEL