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Who’ll let the dogs outAnimal rescue group in dispute with RSPCA over re-homing

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Up to a dozen dogs and cats are at risk of being euthanised every week due to the reluctance

of RSPCA NSW to work with the Society of Companion Animal Rescuers to re-home impounded animals.

The revelation comes three weeks after the RSPCA’s Rutherford shelter controversially put down two healthy Jack Russell Terriers, despite being in negotiations with the owner for their release. It also follows the disclosure of the $14 allowance paid to staff on the days that they euthanise animals, and a kill rate of 49 per cent for animals who were taken to the RSPCA pound from the Cessnock area.

This latest storm comes off the back of an interview on Sydney’s 2GB radio last week, in which the RSPCA NSW CEO Steve Coleman stated that the Society of Companion Animal Rescuers (SoCARES) had been able to work with the RSPCA since June, but had chosen not to.

SoCARES Vice-President David Atwell has hit back at this ‘disingenuous’ statement, saying that it is actually Mr Coleman who is dragging his feet on the issue.

“We keep trying to engage with the RSPCA on the issue, and every time they knock it back.”

Mr Atwell has told the Post of meetings held between both organisations, at which Mr Coleman was present, to try and reach a resolution.

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by Paul Monforte

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I was stunned to read exactly how prevalent breast

cancer is

As the editor of a newspaper, I receive literally hundreds of emails a week.From genuine press releases

to companies basically wanting free promotion of their product or service. Most are quickly dispatched into the deleted items folder, but one in particular caught my eye this week regarding Breast Cancer Awareness Month occurring in October.I was genuinely stunned to read exactly how prevalent breast cancer is in Australia.One in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime.It is also worth noting that around 100 men are diagnosed with breast cancer each year as well. Of course I realised that this was a terrible disease and one that claims far too many lives every year, but that figure of one in eight of all the women in this country having to deal with it at some stage really hit home.In this job, I have to sheepishly admit to being somewhat blasé about appeals for help from charities seeking to publicise their fundraisers.There’s no doubt they are all hugely worthwhile causes, but the sheer number of requests can’t be

accommodated in the newspaper.But figures like this really hit home just how many of our readers will either have had breast cancer of know someone who has.We’ve highlighted the work of the Breast Cancer Network Australia but they are just one of many organisations all geared towards supporting those affected and helping fund reasearch into finding a cure. A very encouraging story emerged from the UK last week, predicting that more than 95% of breast cancer cases will be cured by 2050.By 2025, breast cancer researchers hope to have developed a blood test

which is capable of making a diagnosis well before any symptoms have appeared. In sport this week, our mighty Newcastle Jets get their A-League season underway against Sydney FC at Allianz Stadium on Friday night.I agree with captain Ruben Zadkovich‘s opinion that the minor altercation between midfielders Josh Brillante and Zenon Caravella was healthy for the team and showed that the boys are fired up and keen to fight for positions in the first eleven.The Jets’ first home game at Hunter Stadium is on Sunday, October 20 against Perth Glory.

Opening my eyes to the prevalence of breast cancer

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East Maitland and Morpeth both have a men’s shed, and Maitland Councillor Henry Meskauskas thinks it’s about time Rutherford

had one too.Councillor Meskauskas is on the hunt

for a site, with or without an existing structure, with space for suitable parking to meet growing demand for the service.

“I can name twenty people off the top of my head who would like this,” Cr Meskauskas said. “I’m appealing for any business people out there who have a site to give me a call. I’m open to anything at all just to kick it off.”

The demand is expected to skyrocket if Maitland’s population keeps pace with projections, which would see the current population of the city of 73,000 jump to 120,000 by 2030. Most of this growth would be centred in the city’s west.

The shed would also provide a meeting place for the aging population, who Cr Meskauskas said have invaluable skills that can be shared in the community.

“You’ll find fitters, turners, boilermakers, carpenters – to be able to pass that on is a great achievement.

“The shed would provide comradeship and give them a sense of self-belief, that they’re not on the scrap heap and they can utilise their skills.”

To offer assistance, contact Councillor Meskauskas on 0418 606 965.

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T he upgrade of the eastbound roundabout overpass at Maitland railway station took a major step forward last week

with consultants Parsons Brinckerhoff contracted to carry out the detailed design.

State Member for Maitland, Robyn Parker, said with the contract now in place, design work will get underway earlier than expected.

“This is great news for road users and the local community who are keen to see the project progress,” she said.

“The upgrades aim to improve traffic flow, while catering for future traffic growth in this busy area.”

Tenders to build the overpass are expected to be called by Roads and Maritime Services (RMS) in mid-2014, with construction expected to begin later next year. The overpass should be completed by late 2015.

Meanwhile, work on the hospital roundabout upgrade will also begin earlier than expected.

Minor work will be completed by the RMS at the site this month, including tree clearing and reallocating utilities near the roundabout.

New slip lanes onto High Street and Bungaree Street, a new pedestrian crossing point to the north of the roundabout and new traffic lights to provide alternative access on the highway from Johnson Street

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W hat’s crunchy but soft, brown but green, chunky but fine and absolutely free?

The answer is mulch and for the month of October, Maitland City Council is giving it away by the trailer load.

‘Mulchtober Fest’ is an initiative of Council’s Waste Services division, who aim to move at least half of their 4000 tonne stockpile by the end of the month by waiving the normal $5.50 price tag.

“People bring green waste in, we shred it, keep it in stockpile then give it back to the community,” Council’s Waste Services Coordinator, Elfi Blackburn explained.

Ms Blackburn said that the current supplies had been collected over two years and that it is the perfect time of year to distribute it.

“It’s especially great to put around the base of trees, because it will keep the moisture in and release nutrients.”

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The free mulch can be collected from the Mount Vincent Waste Facility on Mount Vincent Road between 8:15 and 4:00 every day.

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How did you get into poetry slams?Years ago on the North Coast I would

participate in Slams held by David Hallet. After moving to Newcastle some time ago I entered heats for the APS.

What do you like most about performing?

I really enjoy performing my work to an audience because it brings so much more to the piece. You can learn a lot about your work through performing it, and your work can become so many unexpected things through that medium. I love reading the audience (as well as my poem) during a performance, which is rather challenging within the slam timeframe. Performing poetry brings the piece alive, not to mention the room and the people in it.

Is this your first poetry slam?

This is the first time I have won a heat. Slams are so much fun, they stretch you.

Can you tell me about your style? What sort of themes do you like to explore in your poetry?

My poetry is generally free verse. Not a lot of rhyming metre. I tend to explore the human condition, including emotion and life phases and all the contradictions and hypocrisies that present themselves. I also enjoy

the sensuality of language and the capacity to be evocative when giving you the experience of my work. I also like to keep it simple, i.e. have the poetry be ‘accessible’.

Favourite poem you’ve written and why?

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What’s been the highlight of your writing career so far?

Definitely winning the Newcastle Heat of the Australian Poetry Slam, being part of the Word Travels Festival and participating in the NSW State Finals! I have been a guest poet at different venues over the years and those have been pretty special too.

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On the grand stage: Local poet off to Sydney for inal slam in national competition

East Maitland’s Gillian Swain has been named as a finalist in the Australian Poetry Slam to be held in Sydney from October 11 to 13.

Described as ‘three days of live literary mayhem’, contestants are given a microphone, a live audience and just two minutes to impress the judges with their original spoken word, poetry, hip hop, monologues and stories.

Five judges are picked randomly by the MC. After each performance, judges hold up score cards using a 1- 10 scale, with 10 being the highest. Of the five scores for each poet,

only the middle three scores are counted. Miles Merrill, creative director of

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“Expanding the Australian Poetry Slam into a three-day festival opens up more opportunities for diverse audiences and allows poets from a variety of communities to get involved. You can have an 80-year-old from Tasmania onstage followed by a seven-year-old kid from Orange and a Malaysian hip hop artist from Queanbeyan” Merrill explained.

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Art gallery: Concern over plan to amalgamate roles

Hunter regional art gallery directors have expressed their disappointment over reports that the director role at Newcastle

Art Gallery could be facing the axe as part of Newcastle City Council’s restructure, endorsed by councillors last month.

Reports surfaced early last week that the restructure would involve amalgamating the art gallery director role with the Newcastle Museum director and Civic Theatre manager to form one position to be known as Cultural Facilities Manager.

Maitland Regional Art Gallery director, Joe Eisenberg, said the notion that one person could manage three distinct

cultural institutes was “implausible” and “unrealistic.”

“It’s not a generalist job, it’s a very specific role,” Mr Eisenberg said of art gallery directors.

“For a gallery like Newcastle to not be run by someone from the visual arts world is just bizarre. I’m just talking about my industry but we’re all saddened.”

Further afield, Cessnock Regional Art Gallery director, John Barnes, declined to comment on Newcastle City Council’s restructure specifically, but said he was disappointed and angered by the reports in the media.

Mr Eisenberg said he was not aware of any other gallery that operates without a dedicated director and added that he would be eager to see how Newcastle City Council plans to implement the changes.

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Maitland Regional Art Gallery director, Joe Eisenberg

These meetings were held in August 2011 and August 2013.

Mr Atwell also said that SoCARES initiated contact again with the RSPCA NSW in October 2012. Furthermore, a resolution was passed by Cessnock City Council in June this year ordering the RSPCA (as the operator of their pound) to negotiate with animal rescue groups. Mr Atwell says that SoCARES was not approached by the RSPCA.

According to Mr Atwell, when the tender for Cessnock City Council’s pound services was held by the Kurri Kurri animal shelter, SoCARES took 10-12 animals a week. Since the tender was awarded to the Rutherford RSPCA shelter they have not taken any.

Mr Atwell says that the reluctance of RSPCA NSW to work with SoCARES to re-home more animals was symptomatic of the business-driven focus of the organisation.

“It comes down to the public accountability of the RSPCA,” Mr Atwell said.

“There’s very much an institutional model in place, as well as arrogance and a reluctance to take on the ‘no kill’ principle.

“They seem to be operating on a profit-making business plan, but you can’t really claim that when you’re supposed to be a charity.”

RSPCA NSW did not respond to the Post’s request for comment.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC EXHIBITIONPLANNING PROPOSAL TO REZONE LAND AT WALLIS STREET, EAST MAITLAND DESCRIBED AS LOT 195 DP1153110Pursuant to Sections 56(2)(c) and 57 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, notice is hereby given of the public exhibition of the planning proposal to rezone land at Wallis Street, East Maitland described as Lot 195 DP1153110 from RU1 Primary Production to R1 General Residential and E3 Environmental Management.The planning proposal and supporting information will be on public exhibition from Wednesday, 9 October 2013 at Council’s Customer Service Centre, High Street, Maitland and the East Maitland Library. The planning proposal will also be available on Council’s website maitland.nsw.gov.au Exhibition concludes on Friday, 8 November 2013.In accordance with the Local Government and Planning Legislation Amendment (Political Donations) Act 2008, any person making a written submission after 1 October 2008 – either for or against a proposal – must also make a disclosure if the person has made a reportable political donation. If relevant, please include a completed ‘Statement of Political Donations and Gifts’ form with your submission. This form can be found on Council’s website or obtained from Council’s Customer Service Counter and all libraries.Persons wishing to comment on the planning proposal should do so by 4.30pm on Friday, 8 November 2013 and should quote reference no RZ10/008.Further enquiries should be directed to Rob Corken on 4934 9784 or [email protected]

PUBLIC NOTICESINTERNATIONAL DAy Of PEOPLE WITh DISABILITyIn accordance with Council’s Special Events Policy notice is hereby given of the following proposed event occurring in Maitland.The International Day of People with Disability Committee propose to hold an event to celebrate International Day of People with Disability at Maitland Park, on Tuesday, 3 December 2013 between 10.00am and 2.00pm. Note set up will commence at 7am and pack up will conclude at 4.00pm.Written submissions regarding this event are invited from the public and will be received up until 4.00pm on Friday, 25 October 2013.Please Note: The Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 applies to Council. Under this Act, certain information held by Council may be released upon application by members of the public. Council will not consider your submission as confidential, and may reproduce it in part or in whole.Further information may be obtained by contacting Council’s Service Planning and Regulation Group on 4934 9700.

TEMPORARy ROAD CLOSURESTHE LEVEE (HIGH STREET, MAITLAND) RIVERLIGHTS MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL SATURDAY, 12 OCTOBER 2013Council wishes to advise that it has approved the temporary closure of the following streets in Maitland for the duration of the Riverlights Multicultural Festival from 8.00am–12.00 midnight Saturday, 12 October 2013: 1) High Street, Maitland between Bourke Street and Elgin Street;2) Bulwer Street from High Street to just north of the

Maitland Leagues Club entrance;3) Dransfield Lane from Elgin Street to Bulwer Street.

Interested residents are welcome to attend.Next meeting: 22 October – 5.30pm

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Polish your dancing shoes, prepare your tastebuds and widen your eyes for the Riverlights Multicultural Festival, set to take

Maitland by storm again this Saturday.“Riverlights is an event put on for

the community, by the community,” Manager Community and Recreation Services Lynn Morton explained.

Riverlights Multicultural Festival is an exciting afternoon and evening filled with music, dance and art, cultural performances and fashion parades, night markets, panel discussion and the Riverbank outdoor cinema. This year’s bigger and better program also features the new Cultural Village where you can touch, taste and try different cultures from around the world, and dragon boat racing on the river.

“Over 25 different local and regional multicultural groups have been involved in planning the festival,” Mr Morton said.

“All these groups are really excited to showcase their culture through dance and song performances, and to share their food and language. It’s really their event, but we’re very proud it’s happening in Maitland.”

After dark the festival really comes to life. Hanging lanterns will light the night. Rhythm Brazil will lift the tempo. A whirl of samba beats and Brazilian carnival dancing will lead to the Riverlights spectacle. Hundreds of floating lanterns are released to transform the Hunter River in a mesmerising and unforgettable family experience.

All the colour, excitement and entertainment of the Riverlights Multicultural Festival

City centre coming aliveRiverlights Multicultural Festival to illuminate Maitland on Saturday

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to recognise the significant impact it has on Australian women and

their families. Maxine Morand, CEO of Breast

Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) and a breast cancer survivor herself, said breast cancer greatly affects Australian communities. “Every day 41 women are diagnosed with breast cancer in Australia. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a time to show support for these women and their families.”

Maxine said October is also a time to remember those who have passed away from breast cancer.

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Breast cancer is the most common cancer in Australian women, with one in eight women diagnosed by the time they turn 85. This year almost 15,000 Australian women and 125 men are expected to be diagnosed with breast cancer.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month originated in the United States in the 1980s and is now an internationally recognised month for breast cancer awareness. Monday 28 October is Australia’s Breast Cancer Day, when all Australians can come together to show their support for women with breast cancer and their families.

Maxine said it is encouraging to see communities right across Australia come together to raise funds and awareness

of breast cancer. “Fortunately breast cancer survival in Australian continues to improve, with 89 per cent of women alive five years after their diagnosis.

This is partly due to the generosity of the Australian community helping to fund research and support programs.”

BCNA’s resources include the My

Journey Kit, a free information resource specifically designed for Australians who have been newly-diagnosed with early breast cancer.

Breast cancer survivors with the My Journey Kit, available from the Breast Cancer Network Australia

Getting the message outBreast Cancer Awareness Month a time to show support for those affected

Volunteers: Help needed

Roll up your sleeves and pop on your rubber gloves – Graffiti Removal Day is almost here and volunteers are needed to help

scrub and beautify Maitland and Kurri Kurri.

The annual event, run by Rotary Down Under, not only aims to remove or paint over graffiti, but prevents it by encouraging the community to get involved.

Rotary Down Under Project Manager, Bob Aitken, said that this year they hope to have a 10 per cent increase on the 600 volunteers who participated last year and the 8150 square metres of graffiti removed in 2012.

“Community minded citizens are requested to identify and register heavy graffiti sites and also register their names to assist project leaders on Graffiti Removal Day.”

Sites registered around Maitland include the New England Highway at Rutherford and Lochinvar, Sun and High Streets in the city centre and the Ledsam Street pedestrian underpass at Telarah. Lang Street in Kurri Kurri will also be cleaned.

Graffiti vandalism is a problem across New South Wales and costs local communities millions of dollars each year. The New South Wales Government is committed to reducing this vandalism by encouraging local communities to get involved in the fight against graffiti.

To register your involvement visit www.graffitiremovalday.org.au.

Undergoing an MRI scan can sometimes be a daunting experience, especially if you suffer from claustrophobia, a

fear of enclosed spaces. Even the thought of lying in a tight,

dark tunnel while a machine hums and clunks loudly around your head can be anxiety inducing for some.

Michael Halverson, chief radiographer at Hunter Radiography, Glendale, said the anxiety associated with having an MRI scan can be enough to stop some people from having a scan at all.

“A lot of people suffer from claustrophobia so when you are confined in a space that’s very noisy, that can put a lot of people off and a lot of people will just turn around and say I am not having that done,” he said.

Mr Halverson said Hunter Radiology uses an MRI scanner at is unique within the region, with a larger opening and shorter tunnel than other scanners and a vacuum to reduce noise, giving patients a greater sense of space and openness during the scan, helping them to feel more at ease.

“Part of the reason we went for this MRI is to reduce the amount of people who can’t have a scan and to make it a much nicer experience for people.”

As well as MRI scans, Hunter Radiology also offers CT scans, x-ray, ultrasound and OPG service and bulk billing is available.

Michael Halverson, Jaime Shields and Kristen Fisher of Hunter Radiology with the new Toshiba Titan MRI

Removing the fearModern MRI scanner helping claustrophobic patients

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T hese days, walking from one store and into another can be the difference between spending $100, $1,000 or even

$10,000.I recently went shopping for a new

handbag and in my head, I had a rough idea of what I wanted it to look like but I was open to inspiration. I trudged all day long through store after store, trying to find the ‘right’ one but by the end of the day I was so mentally and physically exhausted that I had to give up.

It wasn’t the sheer amount of bags that exhausted me, although there were thousands, it was the range in price that I just couldn’t get my head around.

In one department store, I could buy a handbag for as little as $20 and one for over $10,000 and that’s not to mention the bags that were advertised as ‘price upon application’. The same thing happens with shoes, clothes, underwear and other accessories.

For some people, spending a lot on fashion is no drama but what about the average people out there, the ones who can’t afford to just spend

wherever they want to – how do we choose what to pull out the big bucks on and what we scrimp on?

Buying cheap doesn’t always pay off because some cheap things tend to wear out at a much faster rate however, cheap can mean value and there is nothing better than an item with good value for money.

Variety stores like Kmart and Target are great for picking up those basic items at a reasonable price but there are some things you simply can’t do cheap, no matter how tempting.

The first is shoes. I was always a serial cheap shoe-buyer (I’m talking $20 or less) and I loved it but that was until I pulled out my wallet for a pair of decent shoes. I have never looked back – decent shoes are better for our feet and are much more comfortable.

You can’t get away with a cheap suit. A cheap suit will stand out next to a good one, and not for any positive reasons. If you spend a little extra to get something that fits right and has quality stitching and lining, it will last a lot longer too.

Leather jackets and jeans are also worth the extra cash!

Paying that bit extra for quality

STAYING HEALTHYby Elisha Stein

Elisha is a Registered Nurse and Midwife, with years of experience working in emergency departments, general wards, maternity and in the community.

Some health foods are killing us. Most people are familiar with macro nutrients, these are the broad groups called protein, fats

and carbohydrates.None of these groups are bad. You use

all of them to live. I read a study the other day that said much of people’s knowledge on fitness topics comes from media and advertising.

Ads saying ‘low fat’ sound healthy to a lot of people, but we are consuming more low fat products than ever before.

So why are we still getting fatter than ever?

Low cholesterol is another line, some people now think this is a deadly poison. Cholesterol is essential in our bodies and helps make up and repair our cells. Our body can manufacture it as it is essential for brain health.

Look up Chris Masterjohn Phd on the net for an expert’s view on what cholesterol really does, or search for Anthony Colpo – he shows women with higher cholesterol live longer! Your brain is the most cholesterol rich organ in the body!

There are many studies that show low cholesterol negatively affects brain health.

Research by an Iowa State University

scientist suggests that cholesterol-reducing drugs known as statins may lessen brain function.

Yeon-Kyun Shin, a biophysics professor in the department of biochemistry, biophysics and molecular biology, says the results of his study shows that drugs that inhibit the liver from making cholesterol may also keep the brain from making cholesterol, which is vital to efficient brain function.

“If you deprive cholesterol from the brain, then you directly affect the machinery that triggers the release of neurotransmitters,” said Shin.

“Neurotransmitters affect the dataprocessing and memory functions. In other words, how smart you are and how well you remember things.”

Scientists at the University of Bristol tested the effects of two commonly prescribed statins – pravastatin and atorvastatin.

Pravastatin was found to have adverse effects on working and recognition memory.

At the end of the day, it’s your body, you always get the final say, so make an informed decision because it’s you that has to live with the decision.

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ArIesMarch 21 to april 20

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The focus is on loving yourbody and caring for its strengthand beauty. Learn to appreciate

what is unique about you, and don’t pickyourself apart. Mercury is retrograde inyour partnership house so you need toforget about the small stuff and ignoremini-dramas. There are emotionalpitfalls all around you and you’ll needto use tact and charm to get others toact decently.

The focus is on your social lifeand being a team player, soinstead of taking all the credit,

give credit where credit is due. Your rulingplanet Mercury is retrograde and thereis likely to be a lot of tension, confusionand muddles involving familymembers. Unfortunately whateverdecisions you make could turn out to bewrong, so avoid acting prematurely,instead wait until you are in possessionof all the facts.

The focus is on your home and family. This is the ideal time to catch up with loved

ones you haven’t seen for a while. You have underestimated how much you’ve been missing each other. Also be a greatfriend when your BFF texts you abouther tough week, be sensitive. Mercury isretrograde and social plans may besuddenly cancelled or re-arranged, sobe certain to have a plan B up yoursleeve.

The focus is on your work life;if you are trying to win over acolleague or client, invite

them to lunch to break the ice. Mercury is retrograde in your house of finances, so watch your spending as unexpected outlays are likely. It would be a good idea to give your credit cards a chance to recoverbefore starting on your next spendingspree. If a friend or relative is acting likea-know-it-all do your best to avoidgetting into a spat with them.

Communication is the name of the game and this is anexcellent time to reconnect

with old friends who make you laugh and plan a fun get together. Also your siblings, neighbours or colleagues will have interesting news to pass on. Mercury is retrograde in your house of home and family, indicating that there is likely to be a tense time on the emotional front, revealing a clash of interests between you and the family.

With Mars in your sign makingthis a highly energetic month,it’s a fast and furious pace all

the way, but at least you’ve got the physicalstrength and tenacity to cope with thepressure both at work and at home. Ifyou can keep your head while all thosearound you are losing theirs, you won’tbe doing too badly at all. Mercury isretrograde and you’ll need to watchwhat you say as it will come out wrongand you could cause someone pain.

Romance beckons; if you haverecently entered into a newpartnership be ready for

exclusivity talks by December. January and April will bring the career progress that you’ve worked hard for. If you’ve been contemplating a job change now is the time to go for it. During October, youneed to be smart with your money andstick to your budget. The New Moon onthe fifth is a positive time to step outsideyour comfort zones.

The focus needs to be on lettinggo of past hurts as you’ll gainuseful insights if you’re willing

to live in the now. Mercury is retrograde in your sign from the 21st so be very careful ofwhat you say and write as you’re likely tobe misunderstood. You may think youspeak with a reasoned, clear voice, butyour emotional intensity will showthrough. You are also likely to takeconstructive criticism the wrong way.

Focus on importantfriendships and give praisewhere praise is due with your

loved ones and close associates. Explain why you think he or she rocks! With Mercury being retrograde you need to avoid pressuring companions to hang out as a group, instead revel in some one-on one time. From the 17th onwards Marsmoves into your career sector and thereshould be quite a bit of extra moneycoming your way.

Focus on your career andsolving a tough work projectand be ready to make a beeline

to your boss with the solution. It is alsoimportant that you look at your moneysituation carefully and make somesensible decisions. Mercury isretrograde so be very careful ofmisplacing important pieces of paper.Also if you are waiting on something tobe delivered you will find that it hasbeen sent to the wrong address.

Focus on adventure andphilosophy, as everything frominternational affairs to spiritual

questions will tax your mind. Yourdesire to travel will be boosted, asindeed will your need to expand yourknowledge, therefore, allow yourselfencounters with new ideas. Mercury isretrograde and setbacks and problemsat work are likely to loom large. Don’t betoo hard on yourself, nobody can geteverything right.

Focus on thinking positive anddon’t allow yourself to getsucked into a negativity vortex!

No matter what the situation is keep calmand trust your intuition as it will giveyou the extra insight that you need!Mercury is retrograde and moneytensions could flare up, be honest andtalk through your concerns. It would bea good idea to review the way you andyour partner deal with money and thenwork out what to do for the best result.

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For those about to rockW ith a steadfast commitment

to fun and shenanigans that effortlessly befits their namesake, the Bon Scotts

have emerged from the cold long winter of studio days to reclaim their throne of eccentricity and overlords of musical hijinks.

Their latest single ‘The Weekend Bends’ a rollicking tune that melds the septet’s accordion, mandolin, violin, harp, harmonica, cello, tuba and all manner of percussive curios into something frantic, yet fluid and with all of the fun and tomfoolery that embodies their kinetic live shows.

This is a track that embodies the bands evolution towards capturing the fearless frivolity and unabashed fun of their live show. Recorded in the band’s own studio, the track is rounded out with one hell of a

horn section. Their sound resplendent, their vibe distinct and their hooks undeniably wicked, these guys take you from the boom of the bass drum to the whisper-like quiver of the violin as you stamp your feet and sing along from go to woah. It’s this interplay of sound and physicality that has placed the Bon Scotts firmly at the vanguard of the folk revival.

Their previous albums ‘Oddernity’ and ‘We Will All Die at the Hands of CGI’ commanded respect and attention around the country and earned them support slots with the likes of Tom Fun Orchestra as well as gracing the stages of such festivals as the St Kilda Festival and Port Fairy Folk.

Catch the Bon Scotts when they play at the Grand Junction Hotel on October 11.

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Built on a 675-square-metre block, this three-bedroom house is situated in one of the most sought-after streets in picturesque Lorn.

The house is more than 100 years old but 60 per cent of the renovations have already been completed. The house has three fireplaces, high ceilings, gas heating and

cooking, cedar doors and an open-plan kitchen.

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Corlette $550,000 “WALK TO 2 BEACHES & ANCHORAGE RESORT”Comprising of four bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan living, separate kitchen, enclosed back yard and within easy walking distance to beach and the Anchorage Resort. Owner currently commuting which is starting to be too much of a hassle - so they want it SOLD!

Salamander Bay $570,000 “HORIZONS GOLF ESTATE” Popular Horizons Golf Course in Salamander Bay is this four bedroom, four bathroom house. Comprising two living areas, open plan kitchen, double remote control garage and a screened in entertainment/BBQ room for those relaxing afternoon & nights.

Corlette $730,000 “BIG LIVING ROOMS & BEDROOMS” Formal lounge, dining room, tiled hallway, separate designer kitchen. Rumpus room leading onto alfresco BBQ ent area. Family room overlooks the water. Huge main + ensuite and W.I. robe, 3 queen-size bedrooms with built-ins.

Anna Bay $320,000 “SANDCASTLES AT ANNA BAy” Close to park/playground/skatepark for the kids, safe swimming beach and rock pools to explore at Birubi Point, great surfing and enjoy a coffee or lunch at Birubi Beach café. 3 bedrooms, lounge and dining, galley kitchen and courtyard for BBQ’s.

Anna Bay $780,000 “RURAL LIVING - CLOSE TO BEACH & TOWN” Opportunity to own rural land so close to Anna Bay. Approximately 4.5 acres. The current cottage has three (3) bedrooms, family and dining room, 1 bathroom and double lock up garage. Potential to re-develop subject to Council approval.

Nelson Bay $389,000 “QUALITy THROUGHOUT” Two bathrooms, large outdoor entertainment deck area, access from main bedroom or lounge room. Split aircond and kitchen is central to the dining/lounge. Security parking, internal security and within walking distance to clubs, restaurants, shops and transport.

Tanilba Bay $539,000 “BIG AND BEAUTIFUL” Five bedrooms, three bathrooms, study, sewing, rumpus, games room, timber kitchen, separate dining and lounge, fire place, water views, garage, wine cellar, work room and storage, covered pergola.

SOLDIERS POINT $385,000 “WATERFRONT LIVING” What a brilliant opportunity to purchase this waterfront unit. Recently renovated throughout. Gorgeous kitchen with granite benchtops, separate laundry, 2 large bedrooms, open plan living/dining area with tiled floors. Enjoy the views overlooking the water from your under cover balcony, cool off in the complex swimming pool or take a dip in the sandy beach. Owners are committed in selling.

Nelson Bay $460,000 “LITTLE BEACH RIPPER” This three bedroom unit with large lounge room, separate dining, galley style kitchen, two bathrooms, separate laundry and double lock up garage. Water views from balcony and cul-de-sac street make this a very peaceful spot.

Nelson Bay $250,000 “ANOTHER OPPORTUNITy KNOCKS” Four units already sold in the complex, if you thought you had missed out. Don’t delay again. Comprising of 2 bedrooms in heart of the action, you choose Shoal Bay Beach or Little Beach!! Ground floor unit, separate kitchen, open lounge dining room, balcony and undercover parking.

Corlette $740,000 “FANTASTIC WATERVIEWS”Waterviews across the beautiful waterways of Port Stephens. Formal lounge, dining rooms, family room, study, large balcony capturing the views and north easterly breezes. Four bedrooms, three bathrooms, entertainment deck area around a salt water pool.

Corlette $450,000 “GREAT LOCATION IN CORLETTE” This cul-de-sac street is within walking distance to shops, schools and bus stop. Comprising of four bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living areas, double garage and BBQ entertainment area. Main bedroom is huge with walk-in robe, large ensuite and oversized private balcony.

Shoal Bay $360,000 “STRATA TITLE DUPLEX” This three bedroom duplex is within walking distance to Shoal Bay shops and beach. Open plan living, newly renovated kitchen, with side and rear yard. Walk to Shoal Bay School. Reduced!!!

Corlette $420,000 “METRES FROM WATER & ANCHORAGE” Double remote control garage, 3 bedrooms, sunroom, family room, separate kitchen and ducted air conditioning throughout and freshly painted. Owners selling all assets to free up some funds. Arrange your inspection now!!

Nelson Bay $525,000 “NORTH FACING DUPLEX” This three bedroom duplex is spread over three levels. Main bedroom and en-suite downstairs with own large balcony. Second and third bedroom and separate laundry in the middle, lounge room/dining room/family room top floor. Views of the water from the lounge and large deck area.

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Maddison Elliott of Gillieston Heights has triumphed above 170 other aspiring Australian athletes to be awarded one of just five

positions in the coveted Sport Australia Hall of Fame Scholarship and Mentoring Program for 2014.

Elliott became Australia’s youngest Paralympic medallist in London last year, taking home four medals including gold in the women’s 4x100m freestyle (34pts) and silver and two bronze medals in individual S8 events.

As a key component of the program, the young champion will benefit from mentoring from the most successful female surfer in history and The Sport Australia Hall of Fame Member, Layne Beachley.

Elliott currently holds the S8 world record for 50m freestyle, which she broke in April at the Georgina Hope Swimming Foundation Championships shaving 0.16 seconds off the previous record to hit the wall in a time of 30.69.

She also recently surprised everyone at the world championships in Montreal where she caused an upset taking gold ahead of two time world champion and three time Paralympic champion Jessica Long in 100m freestyle.

“Being Australia’s youngest Paralympian has shown me that if I give it all I have I can achieve great things,” Elliott said.

“Anything is possible.”The Sport Australia Hall of Fame hopes

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Maddison Elliott during last year’s Paralympics. Picture: Australian Paralympic Committee

to inspire the young sports people through access to a personal mentor and financial assistance. Scholarships are awarded to Australian athletes who are under 21 and represent the nation’s greatest sporting achievers ‘on and off’ the field.

The program aims to provide its recipients with continual support and encouragement over a 12 month period, from 1st January to December 31, 2014. The program also grants funding over a 12-month period and a return airfare from sponsor Etihad Airways, for training and competition experience.

Most valuably, the program makes available unrivalled access to and mentoring from a Member of The Sport Australia Hall of Fame – in Elliott’s case, Layne Beachley.

Beachley is the only surfer to have claimed six consecutive world titles from 1998-2003, going on to win a seventh title in 2006. Beachley’s career spanned two decades and saw her claim copious titles and records internationally.

“I think any aspiring athlete just needs someone to listen to them and share some wisdom,” Beachley said.

“As an athlete I would look at myself as a sponge. I was smart enough as a young athlete to surround myself with individuals who had achieved what I wanted and who wanted to share their wisdom with me.

“I had an abundance of mentors at my reach and I would not have achieved the success without their support and guidance.”

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