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MERRIWA RINGER 23 June 2011

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Issue 18Issue 18: : Thursday 23 June 2011

This excellent entry from Wendy Smith. Wendy has won a $50 dinner voucher for the Royal Hotel courtesy of our sponsors R & M Moore. The next competition is themed “Memorable

Sporting Moments and will be sponsored by Merriwa Sports Club

MERRIWA RINGER Thursday 23 June 2011

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MERRIWA CENTRAL SCHOOL

Important Dates JUNE Friday 24 - SRC Out of uniform Day - Secondary Science & Engineering Challenge Monday 27 - Secondary Assembly - Gulgong Horse Sports Day Wednesday 29 - Mental Health Workshop 6.30pm JULY Friday 1 - Last day of Term 2 Monday 18 - Staff return for Term 3 Tuesday 19 - Students Return for Term 3

PRINCIPAL’S REPORT I have heard fantastic reports from students who participated in the zone athletics carnival this week. A great day was had by all and many of our students will head off to compete at the regional carnival. Well done to all competitors and to our parents who assisted with travel on the day. City cousins This week the school hosted students from Birrong Boys High School. The exchange between the schools has been a very rewarding one for students and staff from both schools. Thank you once again to Mrs Meyer for her organisation of the visit. Mental Health Workshop An open invitation to all parents to attend the Mental Health information session next Wednesday evening at 6.30pm in the Great Hall. The workshop will focus on adolescent mental health, its symptoms and strategies to promote positive mental health. I encourage all parents of teenagers to attend. Reports Semester 1 reports will be issued to all students on the last day of term. Please take the opportunity to discuss your child’s progress at out parent teacher evening in the first week back next term. Information about parent teacher interviews will be sent out in the next few days. Once again to assist the process parents are asked to book interview times by contacting the office. Sad news It was with much sadness this week we acknowledge the passing of Mr Ross Taylor. Ross and his family are long standing members of our school community. Ross was the general

assistant at our school for 21 years before his recent retirement. He is fondly remembered by staff and students alike. Our thoughts are with his wife Ellen and family.

Darren Noonan Principal


MERRIWA CENTRAL SCHOOL PRIMARY NEWS

STUDENTS OF THE WEEK The following students were selected as Students of the Week in their class in recognition of their great efforts in writing:

Back row: Alicia Clydsdale (4/5) and Debra Schmidt (Year 5/6). Front: Ashleigh Orton (1/2), Dayna Schmidt (3/4) and Matthew Allen (K/1).

AWARD WINNERS The following students were recognised for their efforts at the assembly which was held on Friday of last week:

K/1- Back row: Jack Fairhall, Jye Byfield and Jack Goodear Front row: Thomas Amidy and Jye Towell.

Year 1/2 – Back row: Harrison Amidy and Nick Whitby, Front: Jasmine Smith, Shakira Taylor, Rhys Turner and Ashleigh Orton

Year 4/5- Back: Lachlan Walker and Joseph Whaley. Front: Paige McConnell, Helena Renshaw and Ben Keane.

Year 3/4 – Back: Liana Byfield, Nikki Anshaw and James Bristow, Front: Tamara Sormaz and Amber Pittman.



Class 5/6: Mathew Porter, Cody Towell and Corey Smith-Wildey. Zeb Pearce, Alkira Tritton and Cara Hunt.

ATHLETICS CARNIVAL CHAMPIONS

Our champions of the athletics carnival in the Primary Campus were announced on Friday at the assembly. They are: Our Zone carnival team will be announced soon.

The Zone carnival will be held in Singleton on Friday 5 August.

Age Champions: 12 years -Zeb Pearce and April Eipper , 11 years – Jack McAlister and Elaina Sormaz, J u n i o r Champions – Joseph Whaley a n d R u b y Wong.

BEYOND THE LINE

This week our campus was visited by a total of ten university students as part of the Beyond the Line program. These students are currently studying degrees in education in the Port Macquarie area. The program aims to attract graduating teachers to teach in country areas rather than seeking work only on the coastal fringes or in our big cities. The students sat in on classes, helped out with fife band lessons and sport, met lots of great children and generally experienced country hospitality at our school. Hopefully we will see more of these fine young people over the next few years.

REWARD DAYS Next week, as a reward for great behaviour in the classroom and in the playground, many of our students will participate in reward afternoons. Our primary students will thoroughly enjoy an activity based on the TV series “The Amazing Race” which will take them, not around the world, but “around” Merriwa as they endeavour to solve a series of puzzles. Our infants students will enjoy a games afternoon as their reward.

HOME READERS The term is drawing to a close and, with it, the Home Reader program for Term 2. We would like ALL home readers returned to school before Friday 1 July so that we are organised ready for Term 3. This includes any readers which have been borrowed but not returned for some time. Any child who wishes to continue reading over the holidays may borrow from the school library.

INTERVIEWS Reports are now being finalised ready for distribution in the final week of term. Interviews with the class teacher will be conducted in Week one of Term 3. Interviews will be held during teacher release times and after school only. A note will go home shortly asking for your preferred time or you will be allocated a time.

12 years

April Eipper 1st Zeb Pearce 2nd Mathew Porter

11 years

1st Elaina Sormaz 2nd Maddilyn Blackadder

1st Jack McAlister 2nd Ben Keane

8/9/10 years

1st Ruby Wong 2nd Sarah Whitby

1st Joseph Whaley 2nd Lachlan Walker



PUBLIC SPEAKING Our primary students have all been busy presenting prepared speeches to their classes. We will be conducting finals on Friday 1 July for our Year 3 to 6 students. From there we will be selecting 4 students to compete in the Regional Public Speaking Finals at a later date. Two students: Breanna Goodear and April Eipper have been selected to compete in the Multicultural Perspectives Public Speaking competition at Telarah on Monday 27 June. Good luck to all of our competitors and well done to all students who have presented speeches this term.

Ruth Hoye

YEAR 1/2 NEWS

What a busy term we have had. Class 1 / 2 have been working very hard to improve their Literacy and Numeracy. In class, Year 1 students have been learning their letter blends and sounds. Year 2 have been learning adverbs, pronouns and verbs but altogether they have been learning to write information reports.

In Mathematics the whole class have been singing their 2 and 5 times tables. We have also been keeping a tally sheet of all the fruit we eat during fruit break. Apples are the most popular so far this term with an astounding total of 208, WOW! We will keep you up dated at the end of term with our final tally.

In HSIE we are exploring wet and dry environments. The children have been discussing how animals have adapted to their environments in order to survive.

Year 1 /2 ‘s most exciting news is the arrival of the interactive white board. The children held a vote and have named her Tess. They all agree that lessons on Tess are more exciting and engaging.

Last week, Year 1 /2 performed at the primary campus assembly. They did a dance to a song called Cartoon Heroes.

In Healthy Harold we have been talking about how everybody has good qualities and we are all capable of doing good things, similar to super heroes. I would like to say a big thank you to the wonderful Grandmothers that helped me by sewing the capes for the dance and to everyone who assists us in the classroom, especially those great people who come in to hear us read.

Barbra Eipper



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SECONDARY NEWS

AGRICULTURE DEPARTMENT TERM 2, 2011

Term 2 has been cold and windy in the Ag plot, but this has not stopped us from continuing to achieve some of our goals. We have added to our animal menagerie, welcoming Dusty, the rabbit, and a family of Khaki Campbell ducks, who along with the young Muscovy’s have enjoyed testing their new run in the orchard and duck pond. The duck pond is not quite finished, with delays due to the weather of the past month, but by spring it will be a cool spot for them to swim in the shade of the fruit trees, which surround it.

We have planted some winter root vegetables in the front rows and these are being cared for by the new rotation of Yr 7/8 Technology Mandatory. They are currently studying some of the ‘grass roots’ of Agriculture looking at the climate of Australia and how it influences agricultural activities, and have researched Australians who have been influential in Agriculture. For the remainder of their rotation they will be concentrating their efforts on the study of yabbies and aquaculture, with their main project being the design of a model for a yabby production system.

The Year 9 and 10 students have planted oats in the outside paddock. This was hand cast and has been a good lesson in how their forebears worked the land and just how much technology assists our modern farmers. They have completed the theoretical work on Beef Production and are working on Pasture production.

Senior students have continued to work diligently on various experiments and assignments and are accompanying the Hospitality students next week on a tour of three local producers to provide them with more examples of locally produced products and how they are marketed. There is also a short trial being undertaken by our Preliminary student, who is comparing the different growth rates of broilers versus layers. Finally, the school has submitted an entry in the Upper Hunter Beef Bonanza School Steer Challenge. If successful, we will be allocated a steer on July 20 from one of 30 donated by “Waverly Station”. We will work on gentling and preparing the steer for show, and will culminate in a “Hoof and Hook” competition in late October. This is an excellent program for us to participate in as we receive one tonne of grain as part of the feed ration, which alleviates a large part of the cost of running a steer program. We will also receive a percentage of the proceeds of the sale of the beast, which will help cover some of the costs associated with the preparation of the steer. This is a great opportunity for the students to gain practical experience with a large animal and adds to our mix of agricultural enterprises already represented at the Ag plot. We will be notified of our inclusion into the program by this Friday, so please all keep your fingers crossed and your eyes on this space for the news

Lois Harrison


MERRIWA CENTRAL SCHOOL MCS CAREER NEWS

July 25 Year 7 MEGS visit to Tighes Hill TAFE scheduled, notes were given out last week. Parents are asked to keep this date free so they can travel with their son or daughter to experience all that the TAFE has to offer with respect to vocational alternatives in tertiary education.

Important Information for Year 12 students - NSW Students Online - Find online information on preparing for your written exams, study tips and materials, taking the exam and what to expect in the exam paper along with past HSC exam papers. Visit http://studentsonline.bos.nsw.edu.au/

Year 12 Survival Guide. Year 12 Survival Guide is now available online www.hsc.csu.edu.au . Charles Sturt University and the Department of Education and Training have combined to assist students, parents and teachers with this online learning tool. It contains study resources, comprehensive subject information and test papers for all HSC subjects.

Key dates for UAC course submissions; Early August 2011 applications open Friday

30 September 2011 on-time applications close

Monday 31 October 2011 late applications close with late fee $116*

HSC and ATARs Wednesday 14 December 2011 NSW HSC

results released by Board of Studies Thursday 15 December 2011 ATARs

released by UAC at www.uac.edu.au

Macquarie University HSC Enrichment Program - This program assists students prepare for their HSC exams in Chemistry (7 July) and Physics (8 July). Cost $70 per day. Register at www.accessmq.com.au/chemistry or www.accessmq.com.au/physics or call 98053131

Early Entry Schemes/Scholarships University of Wollongong Early Entry

Scheme - UOW’s Early Entry applications will open on Friday 1 July. Early entry applicants are assessed based on their school academic

record, not just the ATAR. Excellent results in relevant subjects often mean students are ready for university study. Students can apply for Early Entry to a maximum of 4 undergraduate courses only and asked to place their courses in preference order on their application. For the first time, students will be able to apply to Creative Arts degrees through the Early Entry process, rather than the separate process that has been in place previously. The Early Entry website has full details of this year’s program including eligibility, courses offered, how to apply and process expectations. Questions about Early Entry contact Shannon Archer at [email protected] or on 4221 5732

NSW Department of Education 2012 Teacher Education Scholarship Program - Up to 300 scholarships are available in secondary maths, science, English, and special education. $5,000 a year plus $3,000 to assist with expenses such as relocation costs apply. The closing date for app l i ca t ions i s 7 October emai l [email protected]. for information or visit https://www.det.nsw.edu.au/about-us/careers-centre/school-careers/teaching/our-programs-and-initiatives/teaching-scholarships

University of Sydney gives out over $65 million in scholarships each year over 700 scholarship schemes (not including prizes or college and sporting scholarships). To maximise your' chances of receiving a scholarship, Sydney Uni is hosting a Scholarships Information Evening for year 11 and 12 students on Tuesday 28 June. 6pm in the Eastern Avenue Auditorium: Visit the website Registrations open at 5pm on Thursday 9 June

Sports Scholarships USA targets recreational or amateur sportspersons of all abilities. The program assists students to gain a university in the US. Visit the website to see upcoming i n f o r m a t i o n s e s s i o n s . h t t p : / /www.studentplacement.com.au/programs/usa/sport/

Moore Stephens Accountancy Cadetships Moore Stephens Sydney is located in the heart of the Sydney CBD whilst Moore Stephens Sydney

http://www.uac.edu.au

http://www.accessmq.com.au/physics%20or%20call%2098053131




http://www.studentplacement.com.au/programs/usa/sport/











West is based at Parramatta servicing the expanding Western Sydney business community. They are seeking to recruit a number of Cadets to start work in January 2012. Cadets are required to apply to a university that will allow you to study towards a single degree in Accountancy part time whilst working fulltime. Applications for the 2012 Cadetship Program will open on Friday 20 May 2011 and close on Friday 24 June 2011. Further details at www.moorestephens.com.au/careers Omnilink Undergraduate Program – Sydney Office

Year 12 students wishing to enrol in a Geographic or Surveying and Spatial Information Systems course may also be interested in a cadetship with Omnilink. Please apply with your CV and state your preference for a tertiary course you would undertake to h t t p : / / w w w . o m n i l i n k . c o m . a u /careersenquiry.htm Contact: 1800 651 291 or om n i l i n k @ om n i l i n k . c om .a u / h t t p : / /www.omnilink.com.au/cadetship.htm

Bluescope Steel - In 2012 Cadetship opportunities exist in Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, Mechatronic, Computer and Electrical Engineering. Applications open 1 July and close 31 August. www.bluescopesteel.com/cadets Ausgrid Apprenticeships, Traineeships, and Cadetships. Apprenticeship registrations for the 2012 intake are now open. Pre-selection tests take place at the end of July. http://www.ausgrid.com.au/Common/Careers/Ausgrid-A p p r e n t i c e s h i p s . a s p x h t t p : / /www.facebook.com/ausgridapprenticeships Traineeships for Year 12 leavers. Part-time study at TAFE with work experience at Ausgrid. Applications will open in July 2011. http://www.ausgr id .com.au/Common/Careers/Traineeships.aspx

Cadetships for high achieving students. A five-year program that combines work with university study. Applications will open in July 2011. http://www.ausgrid.com.au/Common/Careers/Cadetships.aspx

Extrata Coal NSW is looking for

apprenticeships to begin in 2012. You must register on line and then submit your application by mail. Access “Xstrata Lerner Programs” at www.xstrata.com/careers

United Kingdom gap year working in a top UK school. A new way to enjoy a gap year, secure in the knowledge that a school work placement is pre-arranged is offered by Gap Year UK. At all times there is someone in the UK available 24 hours a day to help you make the most of your stay. Visit http://www.ukgapyear.com.au/

University Open Days Newcastle University Central Coast campus.

20 August UTS Open day- 27 August Sydney Uni Open day - 27 August Newcastle University 27 August UWS Open day - 28 August Newcastle University Port Macquarie campus 1

September UNSW Open day - 3 September Macquarie University Open day - 10

September UTS Kuring-gai Information Evening

Wednesday 17th August

College Open Days Billy Blue College of Design Open Day 21 May

and 17 September. North Sydney Campus. Visit www.billyblue.com.au for information. 171 Pacific Highway, North Sydney.

William Blue College Open Day: Saturday 13 August, 11am-2pm Level 9, 171 Pacific H i g h w a y N O R T H S Y D N E Y www.williamblue.edu.au

APM College of Business and Communication Open Day 28 May. Northpoint Campus, 171 Pacific Hwy, North Sydney. (02) 9492 3280 www.apm.edu.au

Williams Business College Open Day 18 June and 19 November at 1 James Place, North Sydney. Visit http://www.williams.edu.au

If you require any further information about careers please contact me at school.

J Hegarty Careers Advisor

http://www.moorestephens.com.au/careers

http://www.omnilink.com.au/cadetship.htm




http://www.bluescopesteel.com/cadets




http://www.apm.edu.au

http://www.williams.edu.au


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WORKSHOP FOR PARENTS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS

Topic: Adolescent Mental Health A positive discussion with health professionals around adolescent mental health issues, strategies, and advice on where to get help. Merriwa Central School extends an open invitation to all parents and community members to attend. Where: Great Hall Merriwa Central School When: Wednesday 29 June 6pm Cost: Free

Darren Noonan MCS Principal

SECONDARY ATHLETICS CARNIVAL THANK YOU

Continuing on from last week’s report there are several people and organisations I meant to thank. Jenny Johnson, like Peter Davidson came back to fill an accustomed role at the carnival and spent the whole day on the recording table. Her generosity is greatly appreciated. Secondly, a huge thank you to Michael Hagley for his maintenance and repairs to the line marker and thanks to the Little Athletics Association for your support in allowing us to use the contraption. I also very much appreciated Jack and Pat Williams donation of sand to top up the long jump pit. It ensured a much softer landing. Finally, thank you the Upper Hunter Shire and Cowans Bus Service for being flexible enough to look after our needs on the day.

Tony March

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL’S REPORT PERSONAL POSSESSIONS

Most people are aware of the School Policy regarding Mobile Phones, (they are to be handed to the office first thing each morning and collected at the end of the day) however I would like to take this opportunity to remind people of the School Policy in regard to personal possessions.

Valuable items are to be handed to the front office when students arrive at school so that they may be securely stored during the day and collected in the afternoon. Items such as cash, iPods and flash drives are not to be left unattended as the school takes no responsibility for their loss.

Adam Johnston

Deputy Principal


STUDENT OF THE WEEK

ROAR Athlete Profile

Name: Holly Morgan Year Group: 9 Favourite Subject: History Favourite pastime: Listening to Music Dream Career: Child Care Worker Best school experience: Try A Trade Best personal achievement: Getting seven awards at

a formal assembly Advice on how to be organised: Always pack your books the night before

Name: Daniel Walmsley Year Group: 9 Favourite Subject: Metal Favourite sport: Golf Favourite team: Roosters Favourite player: Anthony Minicello Best personal sporting achievement: Hole in one Advice to young players: Give it all a go What has ROAR taught you: Respect



P & C

Meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7-00pm in the Merriwa RSL Club

MONSTER TRAILER RAFFLE

Prize includes: Box Trailer (includes Rego) Retail Price $1160 PLUS Goods to the value of $3000. Drawn: 29 October 2011. Only $2.00 per ticket with all proceeds going to support Merriwa Central School P&C Association. Many thanks to the following businesses for your support and for making this a success, we could not have done this without you: Hunter Mutual Merriwa - $500 towards

trailer, Cappuccino Machine plus a bag of goodies

Ryan’s Trailers & Caravans – discount on price of trailer

Wightmans Transport – Transport of trailer from Dubbo to Merriwa

Merriwa Hardware and McConnell’s This & That – BBQ valued at $300

Royal Hotel Merriwa – Dinner for 4, carton of beer and bottle of spirits

Merriwa Auto Electrical – Remote controlled 4wd buggy valued at $250

Muswellbrook Holden – Holden Racing Team Jacket valued at $250

Russell’s Earthmoving Merriwa – Outdoor Setting table and chairs

Max’s Country Cuts – Side of Lamb valued at $90

Merriwa Pharmacy – Boots, Watch, Masseur sandals total value at $120

Merriwa IGA & Liquor - $100 voucher Australian Reptile Park – Family pass to park

(2 Adults and 2 children) Elders Merriwa – Dog biscuits to the value of

$55 Pearce’s working dogs – Load of fire wood Good Looks Nail & beauty & Hair Indeed –

Face cream and hair products Merriwa Nursery – Garden consultation plus

discounted plants Repco Muswellbrook – Pressure washer

valued at $280 CJ & JM Vero & Sons – Microwave oven and

vacuum cleaner Merriwa Sports Club – 2 bottles red wine, 1

white wine, 1 port Merriwa Newsagent – Toddlers bike Cross Country Ford/NRMA – Picnic Blanket Lenore’s Quilting - $20 Voucher Merriwa Engineering – Car Oil, Whipper

Snipper Oil, 2 caps Spotlight - $20 Voucher Western Plains Zoo –Family pass to park (2

adults and 2 children) Merriwa Tyre & Services - Husqvarna Toy

Chainsaw, RRP $65.50


ST JOSEPH’S PRIMARY SCHOOL

Kindergarten has had a very busy term two at St Joseph’s Merriwa. We are now well and truly settled in and are very comfortable in our school environment. We have had so much fun this term and here are some of the things we have been doing:

We are all becoming very good readers and are enjoying the challenge of learning to read lots of new words. We are all doing very well with our sight words and have enjoyed the challenge of starting our spelling tests each week.

We were introduced to our friend Alfie this term who is part of the S W E L L program. He is helping us to spell and read. We love our

interactive whiteboard lesson on this everyday!

In Science we have been learning about movement and forces. We have had a great time experimenting with various objects to see if they can roll and how easily they move. We recently played a game ‘Chance Dance’ where we explored the various ways our bodies can move. Hannah and Grace are spinning quickly in this picture!

In Maths we have been learning about mass. We have been learning to order items from lightest to heaviest. Our predictions before we test our items have been very accurate!



We have also been learning about the days of the week and sequencing our daily activities. We all look forward to our ‘S’ days of the week, Saturday and Sunday, which we are learning as our ‘Special, Sleep-in’ days to help us distinguish the weekdays from our weekends.

Year 1/2 joined us last week as we were very fortunate to have a visit from Adrian Parker. Kindergarten, along with Year 1/2, is studying Aboriginal Art this term. We all learnt so much from his visit including that Merriwa is an Aboriginal name meaning ‘Grass Seed’. We were given the opportunity to have a look at a shield, fishing net and Didgeridoo. Adrian explained to the students how the Aboriginal people get the colours to make their beautiful artworks. We also had the opportunity to listen to some fantastic sounds on the Didgeridoo and the students had to guess the sound being played which they all thoroughly enjoyed and were good at. We would like to thank Adrian for his time and his very generous donation of his book ‘A Kimberley Adventure’ to the St Joseph’s school library.

We have had a very busy term of sport. Kindergarten has had their first experiences of s c h o o l c a r n i v a l s participating in both the cross country and athletics carnivals. We are now focusing on gross motor skills and



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last week we worked on the skill c o m p o n e n t s involved in the static balance and the vertical jump. H u d s o n i s performing the static balance in this picture. We can not believe we are half way

through Kindergarten! We are looking forward to the rest of the year and all the fun things we will be learning about and doing in Kindergarten at St Joseph’s Merriwa.

Mrs Peebles and Mrs Healy Congratulations to the following award winners for Week 8:

K- Jock Grady for always completing his work Olivia Gill for always trying to help others.

1/2 Rebecca Keegan for always trying her best in

the classroom

Gaby Nicholls for great participation during maths groups

3/4 Sam Nairne for working well in Spelling

activities Clancy Martin for excellent work in writing in

cursive. 5/6 Callum Telfer for a fantastic effort writing his information report on Antarctica. Hamish Cameron for always trying hard in everything that he does.

Playground Champion: Will Henderson for being kind and fair on the

playground. Principal’s Awards Peita Cassar for the great effort she is

displaying at school Kyle Mudge for demonstrating sound

leadership qualities

Helen Whale


MERRIWA PRE-SCHOOL

“Science on the Move” At Pre-school, we recently had a visit from Ann Stevens who came to talk with us about science and to do some experiments with us. Some of the things discussed included how air is everywhere and can be used to move objects- like parachutes, items attached to plungers and in coloured water fountains. As Scarlett moved the water fountain bottles back and forth, she said, “Whoever wins last, they win!, explaining the rules of her game. Who would think a toilet plunger could be so

much fun! It even stuck to Oceana’s tummy! Scientist Joseph discovered it could open a fridge door!

We also talked about floating and s i n k i n g … . . R o y tries it out.

Magnets were a favourite! We could make a little figure move about and stick like magic as the m e t a l w a s attracted inside a plastic container.

Mikayla could hold up two containers at once! Wow! Changing sounds was another way we experimented. We had a tuning fork, cylindrical Chinese Flow, and b o t t l e s w i t h different levels of water. The deepest sound was created by the longest piece

of wood in a xylophone. We talked about vibrations making the sounds. Christian listens as he plays.

Gravity was descr ibed as a “force that holds us on the g r o u n d . ” M a n y c h i l d r e n loved to watch a l i t t l e

wooden kangaroo move its body as it moved down a slope. This was Dylan’s favourite!

It was an exciting afternoon !

Jill Martyn


MERRIWA ACTIVITY CENTRE After School and Vacation Care Catering for 5 – 12 year olds

The countdown is on to the holidays we have been very busy putting the finishing touches to the program. As NAIDOC week falls during the first week of the holidays we will be including some Aboriginal crafts in our program. These will include rock painting and making a Primitive Clay Picture. As usual we will be focusing on a country and doing a little research on it. This time around it will be celebrating Bastille Day which falls on July 14. For our French inspired craft we will be making an Eiffel Tower and a French flag. Our cooking will be crepes for lunch and French toast for afternoon tea. Remember to book in ASAP for the excursion as places will fill fast.

Kyle and T i a r a celebrated their 8th and 9th B i r t hday with a cake.

Our new friend Jai started at MAC last week. Jai, along with his sister Liana, had a great time playing with the toys and joining in with games such Musical Statues. Last week, after the children finished their afternoon tea they were looking for a craft to do. Jill brought out the balsa wood for Tom

and Damian to use. Tom started building a little dolls house for Isabella, which was a good exercise in measuring, cutting and gluing together. Nikki and Izzy built furniture for the Bratz dolls. We plan on leaving the balsa wood out to use for awhile yet. Lachlan built a great old time racing car out of items from our recycle basket, it was awesome. He was very pleased that the wheels actually turned. He spent time after it was built drawing lightning and other symbols on it. Our recycle basket is always full of great bits and pieces. It’s amazing how a child can see the potential in something that an adult would consider rubbish. For example, an empty box could be a house or a car. A spool from a roll of tape could be a wheel, a swimming pool, a steering wheel – the list of uses is as endless as a child imagination. Amy Constable joined us for her first work experience day, she settled in really well, playing games with the children. Bingo is her favourite game, so she and the children played a game, which Amy won. What is on at MAC next week? 27 June – 1 July 2011 Fruit is served at every afternoon tea. Monday – Make a Tornado/Mini Hotdogs. Tuesday- Sand Painting/Pancakes Wednesday- T-ball/Biscuits, cheese, cabanossi. Thursday- Parachute games/Ball Games/ Nachos Friday- Picnic in the Park/Hot Chips. Final day of School. Activity Centre CRN (Afterschool Care) is 555 014 702K and Vacation Care is 555 014 708J. There is also the potential for working mothers to receive up to 50% of the fees outlaid back in their tax returns.Did you know your child can attend MAC for as little as $3 per session? Contact Centrelink to find out your child care benefit (CCB). See you next week

Jill, Julie and Staff


ANGLICAN NEWS

Yuletide Luncheon The Anglican Women’s Guild is planning a Yuletide Luncheon to be held at the Parish Hall on Sunday 31 July. Further details later. Please mark this on your calendar, in you diary or both, come along and enjoy a delicious meal (as always) and Christmas cheer.

Cassilis Morning Prayer Morning Prayer is now being said at Cassilis on the 1st and 3rd Sundays at 11am. This alternates with Rev’d Mandy’s celebration of the Eucharist on the 2nd and 4th Sundays. For more information please contact Sue Blyton.

Holy Trinity Evening Prayer During winter the Evening Prayer service time has been brought forward to 5pm instead of 5.30.

Dates for your Diary July 31 - Yuletide Luncheon November 6 - Confirmation by Bishop Brian Farran

Sentence of the Week Those who find their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for Jesus’ sake will find it. Matthew 10.39

Thought for the Week Compromise makes a good umbrella but a poor roof; it is a temporary expedient. A good man is guided by his honesty; the evil man is destroyed by his dishonesty. Proverbs 11.3

Events for this Week Friday 24 June - 10am - Eucharist at Holy Trinity - 11am - Eucharist at Gummun Place Sunday 25 June - 9am Eucharist at Holy Trinity

Please come and join us. Jean Keeping

NATURAL DISASTER DECLARATION FLOODS

Following the heavy rain and flooding this week significant damage has occurred to local roads particularly in the Moonan Flat, Rouchel and Stewarts Brook areas. “Council is assessing the road and bridge network daily to check water levels and to identify when Council machinery can access the area to commence emergency repair works to allow residents access in the area. Machinery is currently being transferred to areas of need and Council staff has been made available to work on these jobs as soon as it is clear we can get in and do something.” Works which can be undertaken immediately will be emergency access works only. Permanent restoration works are to be assessed and approved by Government Authorities under the Emergency Declaration conditions before works can commence” Mr Ward continued. Approval for these works may be several weeks away as Council is required to submit an itemised claim to restore the flood damaged roads to the RTA. No permanent restoration of the damaged roads can be undertaken, unfortunately until the RTA is able to undertake inspections and give Council approval to expend the restoration funding. Once the application for permanent restoration has been approved, Council will immediately commence these essential works. Council appreciates the patience of residents and road users during this difficult time.

Lee Watts Mayor


WOOLBROOK RURAL INDUSTRIES

More than 70 years ago in the late 1930s, and beyond the memory of most of those under 85, Europe was once more in a situation similar to mid-1914. That is, war was again imminent, requiring only a trigger, and that trigger was the Molotov-von Ribbentrop non-aggression pact between Russia and Germany, named after their respective Foreign Ministers. Hitler had two great fears, and the Molotov-Ribbentrop pact eliminated the first, that is that Germany might again have to fight a war on two fronts (i.e. French and Russian) as she had been forced to do in 1914-1918, and the pact postponed that possibility till Hitler himself chose to break it. The second was that Britain would blockade Germany again to starve her into submission as she had done in WW1, therefore when the time came Hitler invaded not only Belgium, as in WW1, but also Holland, Denmark and Norway. This gave Britain an impossibly long coast line to successfully blockade, and also provided Germany with many additional places to base U boats and surface naval units, including the fiords of Norway. The Molotov-Ribbentrop pact also agreed that Russia and Germany would invade Poland more or less simultaneously and divide that country between them, which soon happened in September 1939. The war then began because Britain had a treaty with Poland similar to the one she had had with Belgium in 1914, yet neither Britain nor France declared war on Russia, even though she too invaded Poland. Why? I am not sure, but probably because it was felt that taking on Germany was enough without Russia as well; also because Russia, through a global Communist network, had extraordinary world wide support in spite of her Polish and numerous other aggressions, and a spy network including in Britain and the USA and involving such as Burgess, Mclean, Philby (“The Oxford Group”), and Fuchs etc. It was Communist dogma that the so-called “Phoney War” was a capitalist plot between Germany and the Allies to bring down Communism, but when Germany eventually invaded Russia it suddenly became a Holy War. For example, Australian Communists referred to early volunteers who had joined up to fight Germany as “Six Bob a Day Murderers”.

Nothing much happened in the first six months of the war, however, when the Germans finally moved, the first phase was over in weeks with

northern France, Belgium, Holland, Denmark and Norway occupied, and southern France temporarily governed by a puppet “Vichy” government under such as Laval (executed after the war) and Petain (imprisoned for life). Due to a miraculous run of misty overcast weather, an inexplicable German failure to fully exploit their advantage, and an astonishing British military and civilian effort, the majority of the British army was evacuated from Dunkirk but left most of its equipment behind in France, a severe handicap in view of the expected German invasion of Britain. However, Germany knew that such an invasion ran the risk of disaster while ever Britain had air power of any consequence. Therefore the Battle of Britain began in mid 1940 with Germany sending bombers with fighter escorts over Britain by daylight intending to shoot the RAF out of the sky. This was the one battle which Britain could not afford to lose under any circumstances, since if she did the whole war was lost, therefore no matter what her losses, she had no choice but to carry on to the bitter end. Fortunately, Germany blinked first because Hitler, disconcerted by heavy German losses, ordered the daylight operations be changed to night bombing and the blitz really began. Strangely enough this was Britain’s salvation, firstly because history has since shown it is difficult or impossible to win a war simply by bombing cities and killing civilians, and secondly because, unknown to the Germans, Britain was running out of fighter aircraft.

How close was Britain to defeat? There is a chilling story of Churchill visiting Fighter Command Headquarters in the South of England at the height of the Battle of Britain, and asking the Commanding Officer how many aircraft he had in reserve, to be told none. An appalled Churchill said this could not be correct and the reply was: “No Prime Minister, every single serviceable fighter we have at this moment is either airborne or on the ground being refuelled and rearmed, and it will then immediately take off again”. What was the critical margin? Perhaps no more than a squadron or two of Hurricanes and/or Spitfires, a frightening thought.

Now a tribute to the often reviled “Peace in Our Time” Neville Chamberlain. My father, who always thought for himself and made up his


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own mind, believed we owed a great debt to Chamberlain who, in September 1938, had two choices, either back down or go to war, and we know now that in the latter event Britain would almost certainly have been defeated. Consider that the Spitfire and Hurricane had barely gone into production and that obsolete biplanes like the Gloster Gladiator and Hawker Fury would have been slaughtered by technically overwhelmingly superior Messerschmitt 109s. Chamberlain gave Britain eighteen months in which to rearm before the Battle of Britain, and it was still very close. If we need real villains then they are the likes of Chamberlain’s Prime Ministerial predecessors, Ramsay McDonald and Stanley Baldwin, (I can recall my father bitterly criticising both at the time), who continued to disarm Britain even though Hitler was doing the opposite.

Max Wurcker


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PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION

Residents of the Upper Hunter Shire are invited to Murrurundi Keddies Pastoral Photographic Prize worth $10,000. Please find details of the prize, including entry forms on our website.www.murrurundiphotographicprize.com.au The Prize consists of both Local and Open sections and we would be grateful if you could please spread the word amongst your organizations.

Mandy Archibald President of the Murrurundi Arts Council

MERRIWA RIVER RURAL FIRE SERVICE AGM

Thursday 30 June 2011, 6pm, Merriwa River Station. All members invited to attend. For further info contact Megan Constable on 6548 2578

Megan Constable

MERRIWA BOOKIES Merriwa Bookies book for this month is “Mister Pip” by Lloyd Jones. Our next gathering is on July 7 at the Library from 7.00 pm – 9.00 pm. New members are always welcome and you will be sure of some lively discussions. We’d love to see you there. Tea, coffee and nibblies are provided. There are no costs involved as the Upper Hunter Regional Library provides the book for us to read. Who knows you might discover some new friends or reacquaint yourself with some old ones. “The things I want to know are in books; my best friend is the man who’ll get me a book I ain’t read. – Abraham Lincoln.

Jayne

CONGRATULATIONS

P r o u d g randparen ts C h r i s a n d Wendy Gill and Sue Telfer wish to announce the b i r t h o f " A n n a b e l l e Grace Gi l l". Annabelle is the first child for parents Lachlan and Emma Gill. S h e w a s welcomed to the world on the

7 June 2010 at 5.27am, weighing 5lb 10oz. Love and best wishes from both families

Emma & Lachlan Gill on behalf of the Gill family

NEW ZEALAND ROTARY EXCHANGE Zoi will be leaving for 3 months on the 25 June We wish her all the best for a safe and exciting journey and send all our love with her. We hope Becci had a wonderful time with us and enjoyed her stay We are so sorry for not protecting you from that monster horse, but hopefully you will forgive us. You now have an everlasting memory of us. Thank you for being a great exchange for Zoi. We enjoyed having you. Look after her for us. Love to you both.

Dad, Mum and all our family

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GYM OPENING

Merriwa Fitness Centre is opening 23 July – just in time to get fit for Spring! Keep the day free and let’s get active.

Robyn Dorney

THANKS DAD PHOTO COMPETITION Thanks Dad Photo Competition celebrates the wonderful things men do with their children (and grandchildren, god children, young siblings etc). Cash prizes are awarded and photos are judged not on technical quality but on how you capture the moment. Entries close this year on 25 August 2011. http://www.thanksdadphotos.org.au/.

Tina Taylor

CONGRATULATIONS Portrait of a Stranger - Zoi's photo of Kyle has been selected for inclusion in a multimedia exhibition At the Olive Cotton Award, The Tweed River Art Gallery from the 3 June to 31 July 2011 Congratulations Zoi.

Julie Russell

TEA TOWEL FUNDRAISER Preschool & Mac are conducting a Lorraine Lea linen tea towel drive. A pack of two quality tea towels cost $8 with half the cost going to the Preschool& Mac. Orders forms are available at Preschool & CRT and are due back by 22 July. Alternatively you can contact Julie Smith on 65483255 to place an order.

Julie

UPPER HUNTER SHIRE YOUNG ENDEAVOUR SCHEME 2011

Are you interested in an adventure of a life

time? Are you aged between 16 - 23? Do you participate in community, school or

sporting groups? Nominations are now open for a chance to get on board the STS Young Endeavour. Nomination forms are available at any of Council Office’s - Scone, Merriwa & Murrurundi. Nominations close on Friday, 8 July 2011. For more information contact Jodie Phelps at Upper Hunter Shire Council on 6540 1142.

Jodie Phelps

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RECIPE OF THE WEEK CHICKEN AND SWEET POTATO CASSEROLE

Ingredients tablespoon olive oil 1kg chicken thigh fillets, halved crossways 1 large bulb fennel, thinly sliced 6 sprigs lemon thyme 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1/2 cup dry white wine 2 tablespoons wholegrain mustard 400g orange sweet potato, peeled, roughly

chopped 1 cup chicken stock 1/2 cup thickened cream 1 quantity caramelised onions

Method Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high

heat. Add chicken. Cook for 2 minutes each side or until golden. Remove to a plate.

Add fennel, thyme and garlic to pan. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes or until soft. Add wine and mustard. Cook for 3 minutes. Add sweet potato and stock. Bring to the boil. Return chicken to pan. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 30 minutes.

Add cream. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes (do not return to the boil as sauce might spit). Stir in caramelised onions. Serve.

To freeze: Allow to cool for 1 hour. Spoon into a 4 cup-capacity airtight container. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Candice O’Neill


ST DAVID’S UNITING CHURCH PIE/LAMINGTON DRIVE

Orders have closed, but if anyone has missed ordering and would like to order, contact Barbara on 6548 5131 to secure purchases, or pop in on the day, as we do order extra’s. Delivery is Wednesday 28 June between 10.30am and 3pm at St David’s Uniting Church or the corner of Mackenzie and Vennacher Streets. If these times are not suitable please contact Barbara to make other arrangements. Our thanks to everyone who supported our drive. We hope you enjoy your purchases.

Barbara Campbell

NSW MOUSE PLAGUE

The current climatic conditions are conducive to a mouse plague. Serious plagues tend to occur every 4-10 years, or following a drought period. Across many parts of NSW, landholders are seeing an increase in mouse activity, particularly around sheds, machinery and grain storage areas. The numbers being seen are

cause for concern as we enter the winter sowing period.

Mouse numbers appear at their highest in parts of western NSW, particularly in cropping areas. Medium levels of mouse activity and damage have also been reported in Central West, Darling, Lachlan and Riverina regions Important note to growers It is essential that all growers remain vigilant and maintain a greater level of monitoring for mice in the coming months, particularly in the Riverina and across all crop growing areas. In many areas where mice are likely to increase, there has been a high acceptance of conservation farming practices; particularly direct drilling and minimum tillage strategies. With the lack of habitat destruction, growers should be aware of the potential for greater mouse activity than normal, particularly those who are planting canola, lupins and cereals in 2011. More information is available on the website http://www.dpi.nsw.gov.au/agriculture/pests-weeds/vertebrate-pests/mice

Department of Primary Industries


TROPICAL SODA APPLE IS ON THE MOVE Tropical Soda Apple (Solanum Viarum) is a native of North Ea tern Argentina, South East Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay. This species was first recorded in Florida in 1987 and infested half a million hectares by 1995. By 2007 it had spread to 9 other states in South Eastern USA, and is now naturalised in Africa, India, Nepal, West Indies, Honduras and Mexico. In the USA it is listed as a Federal Noxious Weed and is known as “the plant from Hell”.

Tropical Soda Apple was first identified in Australia in the Kempsey area on the mid North Coast of NSW in August 2010. That i n f e s t a t i o n covers about

60 hectares along the Macleay river from Georges Creek to Bellbrook. Since then infestations have been identified in Wingham, Nambucca, the Orana Valley near Coffs Harbour, Karangi, Nana Glen, Glenreagh, Grafton and Copmanhurst. This species appears to been present in the region for a number of years.

Tropical Soda Apple is unpalatable to livestock, reduces carrying capacity, poisonous to humans and the long spines can restrict human and animal movement. Landholders are being asked to look out for this newly discovered, highly invasive weed. If you suspect that you have this species on your property, please contact your local weed officer. Prevent stick from grazing the area until control has been carries out, Landowners should check cattle camps and cattle yards for new infestations, particularly if new cattle have been purchased recently. Tropical Soda Apple is an upright, much branching, perennial shrub, 1 -2m high. The leaves are mostly 10 -20cm long with the surfaces densely covered in short hairs. Straight cream coloured prickles up to 1.2cm long are found on most parts of the plant. Tropical Soda Apples has been observed flowering in Spring to Summer in the North Coast region. The flowers are white, with five petals 2-4mm long. They occur in clusters of three-six off a short stem. The mature fruit are yellow and golf ball sized. Immature fruit are pale green with dark green veins, like an immature watermelon.


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Merriwa Ringer is

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POSITIONS VACANT

CASUAL BUS AND COACH DRIVERS Cowan’s Bus Service have casual driving

positions available for people with LR or MR Licence and Ministry of Transport, Driver

Authority or willingness and ability to obtain same. Interested applicants should phone

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31 Mackenzie Street Merriwa - $335,000 Set on a huge 3237 sqm block, this beautiful executive home is approximately 100 years old. The home consists of 3 big bedrooms, 2 with ensuites and fireplaces while the main has a walk in robe. There are 2 livings areas, the lounge is large and has combustion fire, R/C Air Con and slate flooring. The kitchen is near new with plenty of cupboard space and a chef's style gas stove. The home has been freshly painted and had new flooring installed and has ducted R/C Air Con. Other Features - covered entertainment area, 3rd toilet, fully fenced yard, established gardens, shed, greenhouse, chook pen and wooden shed. 25 Blaxland Street Merriwa - $155,000 This 3 bedroom home is located in walking distance to Main Street, schools and parks. All bedrooms are a good size. The kitchen and bathroom are in good condition. The home is situated on a 1587 sqm block, with established trees and a cubby house in the front yard it makes a great place for the kids to play or the potential for dual occupancy. With little to do, this is a well priced home or a good investment property. 1 McCartney Street Merriwa - $45,000 This 2023sqm block is located in a very quiet street with new homes opposite it. In easy walking distance to the Main Street & schools it is ideal to build your dream home. The block is flat with a gully running through the rear. With great views to the mountains, town water, power & phone all available it is a very well priced vacant home site.

This species reproduces by seed and can regenerate from root material. A mature fruit can contain 200 - 400 seeds. Spread is by stock, feral animal and birds that feed on the fruit. Also spread by water and contaminated produce, pasture seed , compost and soil.

Upper Hunter Weed Authority

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MERRIWA CWA Last month Susie Fitzpatrick and Sandra Stewart attended the CWA state conference in Nowra as the branch delegates. There are many competitions at State level and these often must progress through a branch and then group level judging to compete at State. We had four handicraft (Jean Price three entries, Sandra Stewart had 1) and one cooking entry (Robyn McAlister). There were no winners but it was an honour for Merriwa to be represented by these pieces. In the cultural competition Sandra Stewart entered a photograph, a poem and a short story on the topic Bushfire which was awarded first prize. In the cooking competition Merriwa Branch won first prize (after taking out second for the last two years) for the most number of entries for a branch with up to 25 members. Thank you to all the members and non- members who entered our cookery competition and made this prize possible. Festival of the Fleeces provided us with brisk June weather. At the CWA rooms we were

busy all day serving cappuccino (thanks Robyn), Devonshire teas, warming soups and a comfortable place to sit and relax with friends. Thank you to all the members who cooked for the day and or came along and worked tirelessly at our rooms. The CWA would also like to thank those community members who supported us so well. Agriculture and Environment Day Next Tuesday is the Merriwa Branch Agriculture and Environment Day. Each year there are three subjects studied. This year’s topics are the Platypus, native Mint and the Australian Citrus Industry. Our guest speaker will be Ted Finnie who will have some ‘zoo tails’ as well as information on our fauna and flora topics. There will be displays about the 3 topics as well as feral animals and their control, also a quiz (with prizes) and a two course lunch cooked by the CWA, desert has a ‘citrus’ theme. The cost is $15. Come and have a great day out, whilst learning a little more about the CWA.

Sandra Stewart Assistant Publicity Officer


Entries Close 12 Noon on Monday 25 July

This month the theme is:

The winning photo this month will receive a $50 voucher for The Sporties Chinese Restaurant. Donated

by our sponsors Merriwa Sports Club.

The competition is open to amateur photographers of all ages. The winning photo will be published in the Ringer on 28 July

and will receive a prize donated by our sponsor. All entries will be displayed at Merriwa Pharmacy after the winner is

announced.

Each month will be a new competition with a new theme and prize!

Email your entries to: [email protected] or drop them into the office to be scanned.


MERRIWA HARDWARE Welcome back for another healthy dose of my dribble. Standing here in front of the computer trying to think of what to write about, and struggling! So just for a change of pace, I won't talk about hardware. Not yet anyway. Carlita and I went down to Sydney last weekend for the "Relay For Life" summit. Prior to going I had absolutely no idea what the whole thing was supposed to be about, other than Relay For Life. The summit was held by the Cancer Council and was a very informative and worthwhile event. The day was full of everything about cancer. Everything was presented to us in regards of fundraising, support, research, types and rates of cancers, where the money goes, and also what we can do and how we can help as a small community. All of the speakers were very informative and entertaining (apart from the one who lost everybody at "Hello my name is ..... and I'm a cancer researcher". Way too deep for pretty well everyone, but we eventually got the message that the work she does is very important and may help someone you know one day. Throughout the day, people were encouraged to tell their story of why they have become involved in Relay For Life. There were certainly plenty of people who had taken the cancer journey, but there were also a surprising number of people who became involved that had no previous connection to cancer at all. Some people were simply curious and got hooked, and now class themselves as "relay tragics", while other people found that their skills at organising, marketing or public relations were found to be

very useful. Regardless of how all of these people became involved in relay, they've all made a remarkable difference to thousands of lives not only in Australia, but also worldwide and in each of their own communities. As I said before, people were encouraged to tell their story of how they became involved in Relay, so this is my story. More next week. Gotta keep you hanging. Anyway, Relay for Life is on again this year, so book in December 3 and 4. If you would like to find out more about Relay For Life, you can log on to www.relayforlife.org.au for all the information you need. Check it out, there is a list of all the relays that are on, including Merriwa. I have already registered a team for Merriwa Hardware, so now I am putting out a challenge for all other businesses to enter a team. Let's not leave it the businesses though, I'd like to see all of the organisations in town form teams as well. Entering a team will support me, your community and also your own family. Seeing as I have four loyal readers, and I know they're not from my family, I'm expecting to see at least four more teams entered! I mentioned in last weeks ringer a heap of specials are available for a short time. These are still around, but only while stocks last and only for a short time. Have you noticed that the pots and seedlings have disappeared? That's because they're out the back in our new Garden Centre. There's a great range of pots available and some plants and seedlings as well. Come and check them out, I think you'll be pleasantly surprised. Well that's about it for this week. Did you know? There are around 200 different types of cancer that can affect the human body and about one in every two people will develop some sort of cancer in their lifetime.

Ray & the crew

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MERRIWA NEWSAGENCY Your local Newspower Store and Office Smart Agent. Socialize on the Go… The Nokia E63 is in store now. With a classy white phone you won’t lose in the bottom of your bag, you can keep in touch with everyone easily. It works on the Optus 3G network- which means it works in and around Merriwa. It has a full QWERTY keypad, camera, Bluetooth and email access. It is a great phone with many great features. “This story about motherhood… …family and forgiveness is authentic in every way…it draws the reader in with every description and emotion of the characters.” Secret Daughter is a novel by Shilpi Somaya Gowda about Somer, a physician in San Francisco whose life is turned upside down when she discovers she will never be able to have children. On the other side of the world, a poor Indian mother has to make the heart breaking decision to give up her newborn daughter. The lives of these two women will be forever linked through Asha, the baby, who is adopted. The tale follows both women and their families as they try to come to terms with the choices they have made and the repercussions of those decisions, as well as the way love in its various forms can affect our lives.

From the popular ABC TV show… The latest Collectors Magazine focuses on Americana this issue. Gordon looks at roll-top desks, Claudia ‘lifts the lid’ on hats, and Adrian looks at the latest trends. There is the best of US design and furniture, as well as stamp collecting- the history of it as well s how to get started. There are also paperweights, Trifari jewellery, old garden tools and so much more. Wimbledon is here! If you are a tennis fan who wants to know all the gossip about Wimbledon as the 2011 grand slam begins, look no further- TennisHead magazine is dedicating the latest issue to Wimbledon. It is celebrating 125 years of Wimbledon- the contenders, legends, history, golden moments, iconic images, and the future. There is a fan guide for this year’s competition as well as profiles on many of the players. There is a match schedule, viewing guide and posters of your favourite players. 100 Journeys of a Lifetime! National Geographic looks at the 100 must-see destinations around the world. There are unforgettable voyages across the water, legendary drives, rail adventures, experiencing the wonders of nature- the mountains, seas, ancient trails- a world of flavours- fine restaurants, floating markets, street stalls, wineries and distilleries- and life enhancing odysseys for art lovers, readers, dreamers and history fans. As always, the images are exquisite, and the information is fascinating. There are places you love, those you dream about, and places you have never even heard of but wonder why. On Special Find it Storage bin- this is a combination of a filing system, desk accessories and stackable


DAY TOURS .25 June 2011 Mystery Tour - Limited tickets available $60 17 Jul 2011 Christmas in July – Come and enjoy a

traditional Christmas dinner (lunch time at Buttai Barn) $70 P/P

3 Aug 2011 Mary Duff – West’s New Lambton – Very popular artist and a great night. Dinner at own expense $100 P/P

13 Aug 2011 Hairspray – Star City Sydney Saturday Matinee – Smash Hit Musical winner of over 30 awards worldwide. $155 P/P

7 Sep 2011 Mystery Tour Come and join us on another adventure! $65 P/P

10 Sep 2011 Jersey Boys Smash Hit Musical!! Saturday matinee Theatre Royal Sydney $165 P/P

EXTENDED TOURS

4 July 2011 13 Day Central Australian & Top End Tour Broken Hill, Silverton, Port Augusta, Coober Pedy, Alice Springs, Uluru, Devils Marbles, Tennant Creek, Katherine Gorge, Adelaide River, Crocodile Cruise, Darwin.

2 Oct 2011 11 Day Tasmanian Adventure – Secrets of Tasmania - Spirit of Tasmania, Salamanca Markets, Historic Port Arthur, World Heritage Cruise

4 Oct 2011 4 Day Parkes-Forbes Mini Escape Join us on a whirlwind tour of the “Cradle Of Federation” Pick ups in Scone Muswellbrook Denman Merriwa

30 Oct 2011 15 Day Melbourne Cup - Great Ocean Road - Murray Princess Tour Includes 4 day cruise on the Murray River! 5 Star luxury – 5 Star service.

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storage. It includes 6 coloured suspension files with manila folders and a desk accessories holder. They are designed so that they stack on top of each other so if you buy more than one, they don’t take up any more space. They are great for those who need a filing system but don’t want a bulky cabinet taking up space. There is one on display in the window if you want to see what it looks like. Don’t forget that the Big Stationery Sale is on now, and if you missed out on a catalogue in last week’s Ringer, we have more in store. Phone Cards all cards are now available including Telstra, Optus & Vodaphone Cash or Eftpos only

Neville & Leanne Hooke


DISASTER RECOVERY ASSISTANCE Following the flood event on Wednesday 15 June and the subsequent natural disaster declaration for the Shire, Upper Hunter Shire today hosted a Disaster Recovery Committee for the event. “The Committee was formed to assist the community through assessing the consequences of the emergency and to monitor and co-ordinate the activities of agencies with responsibility for the delivery of services during the recovery” Mrs Pinkerton continued. The Committee identified initial needs for the flood affected community in regard to damage to and loss of primary production resources including fences, pumps and fodder; health and community services requirements; access and land management issues associated with river restoration works. The Committee has established a free call assistance line for resident use. Staff manning the ‘1800’ number will be able to refer callers to appropriate agencies dependent on their area of need. The free call number is 1800 737 497 Mrs Pinkerton concluded by stating that “the Committee is to meet again early next week and will consider the viability and demand for community information workshops in each affected area.” These workshops will bring representatives of each of the major agencies to the local community to answer questions from the community and provide guidance as required.

Lee Watts Mayor

SINGLETON ARTS FESTIVAL The very first Singleton Arts Festival will be held from 3 to 17 July, 2011. The festival is an joint intiative of the Singleton Rotary Club, Sisters of Mercy Convent, and the Singleton Arts & Music Society. The festival explores Hunter Valley art and culture, featuring international performers. The festival will explore many different aspects of art including: music, art, theatre, poetry, kids activities and more. The festival committee are also seeking volunteers to help with the festival. Duties may include brochure distribution and venue attendants. If you think you may be able to help out please contact the committee on 6571 1348. Some of the featured events are listed below, with a full program available from http://www.singletonartsfestival.com.au/index.php?p=1_39_Singleton-Arts-Festival-program. It is advised that tickets be purchased before the events at the Singleton Tourist Information Centre to avoid disappointment.

Singleton Tourist Information Centre


PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS & TRICKS DON’T RELY IN YOUR FLASH

There are occasions where using a flash ruins the mood of the event you are photographing. A flash tends to throw a harsh light on your subjects. In a dark situation, it’s often better to open the shutter for longer to let in more light, or turn on existing lights to illuminate the room, rather than using the flash. You can also dial up your camera’s ISO speed settings, allowing you to get more brightness in poorly lit rooms.

Keep Your Shutter Open Longer And Use A Tripod - Still having trouble getting by without using a flash? Try using a slower shutter speed like 1 second or 1/2 second when taking pictures. This lets more light into your camera, allowing you to take bright pictures without a flash. While this is a good idea, you’ve got to pay attention to camera shake issues. Because the shutter is open

for such a long period of time, any movement you make with your camera will make your images blurry. Also, be aware that any people you photograph with this technique will also be blurry -unless they stay absolutely still. Your camera’s ISO speed controls how receptive the image sensor is to light. In plain English, that means you can use faster shutter speeds in low light conditions when you increase your ISO speed. If your images are too blurry, keep increasing the ISO speed. Be aware that an increase in ISO speed doesn’t come without a trade off. High ISO speeds can make your pictures grainy.

Extract from “Digital Photo Secrets” by David Peterson

Will Osmond Electrical

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MERRIWA POST OFFICE More than just a Post Office! Closed next Saturday Please note that Merriwa Post Office will be closed this Saturday, 25 June for personal reasons. We are sorry if this causes any inconvenience. Cordless Phones Don’t forget we always stock cordless telephones, for home or business use. We usually have the single phone or those with multiple handsets so you can have a phone station in various parts of the house, workshop or wherever. Range can be 100 metres or more but it depends on what obstructions, walls etc are in the way. The Telstra 9150 DECT cordless is only $34.95 and that includes an answering machine. It also has a 50 name phonebook and hands free facility. Has many other features which makes it great buying for the price. Uniden 1035+1 DECT has two handsets and answering machine. Three line display on the handsets and much more. $54. The Telstra EasyView 3400 is unique in that it has enhanced features designed for those with impaired eyesight and who have difficulty with keypads. This includes large keys and bright orange backlighting. Other features too for $69. Going to USA? You will need a tsa secure lock on all your cases. This enables you to securely lock your luggage but allows American airport security to examine your luggage without damage. You don’t want to use a normal, non tsa lock

or security will destroy it and your case to. We have a quality, combination tsa secure lock in several colours for $12.95. Touch Phone Mobiles Following the big success of Apples iPhones (despite being around $800 a pop) most other manufacturers now produce touch-screen mobiles, usually for much better value. A touch screen mobile has a larger, clearer screen than others and is quicker to move around once you get used to it. Some mobiles have a computer type operating system such as Android which enables them to perform like a normal computer. Even people as ancient as 40 years or much more are discovering the advantages of the touch phone. The down side is that the big LCD screens are more vulnerable so it’s important that you treat your touchphone to a protective case of some sort. There are many types cheaply available. Telstra Bubble Touch in black or white for $97. Unbeatable price for a full colour touch screen. Has 3Mpx camera, allows video calls, MP3 player, FM radio, Bluetooth and speakerphone. For $99 try the Telstra Glide in red or black. Has slide out qwerty keyboard as well as a touch screen. 3 MPX camera, video calls, MP3 player, FM radio, Bluetooth. Telstra Smart Touch. Full 2.8 inch touchscreen, Wi-Fi and GPS, Android operating system plus all the usual features for a bargain $97. Telstra Samsung Galaxy 5. Voted one of the best smart phones at any price the Galaxy 5 has 2Mpx camera with video, Android OS, Wi-Fi and sharp clear screen for only $149. Telstra HTC Wildfire smartphone with Android operating system. Award winning and very desirable piece of kit with 3.2 inch touchscreen, 5Mpx camera with autofocus, flash and pinch to zoom. MP3 player including 2GB micro SD card and a lot more for $196. Telstra T-Touch Tablet. It’s either a large mobile phone or a small touch screen computer.


Merriwa Pre-School Kindergarten Association Incorporated

43 Bow Street Merriwa NSW 2329 Phone 02 6548 2083, Fax 6548 2925

ABN: 30 115 950 266

Positions Vacant

Casual Relief Cleaner A position has become available for a casual relief cleaner.

Casual Childcare Assistant A position has become available for a casual childcare worker for relief shifts.

This position is for on call work only, applicants may be untrained or have Certificate 3 in Children’s Services. First aid certificate is required to be ob-

tained.

General Maintenance Person A position has become available for a maintenance person, for approximately

6 hours per week.

Referees are essential for all positions. Working with Children Checks apply. For more information, please contact Anna on 0429485008

Applications close 1/7/2011.

Telstra’s T-Touch tablet connects wirelessly to their Next G network – just like a mobile phone. It has a 3Mpx dual camera with video, MP3 player, 2GB micro SD card included, hands free speakerphone, Bluetooth stereo, Wi-Fi, AGPS and all the other features you would expect in a high-end mobile. It’s bigger than a normal mobile (but not too big to carry around in a bag) has a full 7 inch touch screen and runs the new Android operating system. This gives access to all Google services such as Email, video, Maps and YouTube plus a diverse range of applications (Apps) such as social networking, navigation, lifestyle, games and hundreds more. Part mobile, part tablet and part touch screen computer – you get a lot for only $199.

Check out the Prepaid Telstra T-Tab dummy at the PO. Recharge amounts are the same as Telstra Prepaid mobiles. 7 Port USB Hub We have the Laser 7 port hub in stock enabling you to connect seven USB devices into one USB port on your computer and have them all safely powered. This item is fully featured and comes with AC adapter and mains power pack. Supports USB v1.1 & v2.0. $39. Postmasters thought for the week: Those who throw mud loose a lot of ground Melism

Mel & Kerry Anne with Colleen & Kylie


PROTECT YOUR PELVIC FLOOR

The pelvic floor is the base of the group of muscles commonly referred to as your “core”, and these are the muscles that help control your bladder and your bowel. So it makes plenty of sense to keep your pelvic floor fit and well. In fact “putting your pelvic floor first” is the theme for this year’s World Continence Week; 20–26 June.

Incontinence is the term given to the loss of voluntary control over bladder or bowel function; and it’s one of the biggest health issues in the Australian community – affecting nearly four million people. It may not be life threatening, but incontinence can significantly affect quality of life and is sometimes a sign of more serious health problems.

Signs of poor or weak bladder and loss of urine control include: frequency – wanting to go to the toilet frequently; nocturia – waking up to go to the toilet more than twice at night; urgency – sudden urges to go to the toilet; and the involuntary or unintentional loss of urine from the bladder – that is wetting pants or wetting the bed.

Poor bladder and urine control can happen to anyone at any age. Factors which increase risk are menopause, pregnancy, childbirth, having borne children, being overweight, and urinary tract infections. And while studies show that women are many times more likely to be affected by incontinence than men, men are far less likely to do anything about it.

Incontinence in men is largely related to prostate problems. Simple age-related prostate gland enlargement is often the cause and a recent study found that 60% of men are affected by incontinence following surgery for prostate cancer. As well, medical conditions such as diabetes, obesity, constipation and chronic cough can cause or aggravate

continence problems. Any bladder and bowel symptoms should be treated along with the underlying condition.

As we get older, incontinence certainly becomes more prevalent and more severe; but incontinence is not just part of the ageing process. Certainly some age-related conditions increase the risk – conditions such as stroke, dementia, Parkinson’s disease or simply impaired mobility. And more than half of all residents in nursing homes – both men and women – have bladder control problems.

Unfortunately, less than 40% of people with incontinence ever seek professional help. Perhaps because they’re too embarrassed or too busy; or maybe they think nothing can be done; that it’s just a side effect of getting older or having children.

If you, or someone in your family, are affected, firstly get some good advice. Don’t let incontinence disturb your sleep or, worse still, ruin your social life. Talk to your doctor, your physiotherapist, your pharmacist or your nurse continence advisor. Bladder and bowel problems can be treated, managed and, in many cases, cured. There is excellent advice on the Continence Foundation website at www.continence.org.au. Check out the “10 Step Guide to Pelvic Floor Safe Exercises”. As well, pharmacists throughout Australia who provide the Pharmaceutical Society’s Self Care health information, are promoting continence management. There are “fact cards” on Bladder and Urine Control, Pelvic Floor Exercises, Prostate Problems and Urinary Tract Infection; all with self-help hints and great advice on how to best manage continence problems, whatever the cause. Meanwhile, Make sure you drink sufficient water to prevent becoming thirsty, but reduce your consumption of caffeine containing drinks – coffee, tea and cola - and limit your alcohol intake. Also, maintain a healthy weight; eat plenty of fruit, vegetables and grains; exercise those muscles on the pelvic floor; and don’t smoke.

Robert Smith Merriwa Pharmacy

http://www.continence.org.au


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CASSILIS BOWLING CLUB

Friday nights: Darts Names to the club by 6.45pm for 7pm start Come along and join the fun

Friday night Snack Bar – The Two Ds Good food great company at excellent prices

Friday night raffles Meat trays, Vege trays, Schooner Draw, Joker Draw, Members Draw.

Zumba Zumba sessions have been postponed until daylight saving resumes. However if a small group would like to call in for a session they are more than welcome - the DVDs will be at the club Sunday Bowls 1st and 3rd Sundays Next 3 July @ 2pm for 2.45 start BBQ tea afterwards Xmas in July is coming Saturday 30 July. Dinner – Music - $25 per head Further details later Pamper Afternoon Avon Cassilis and RavenNyx’s Jewellery & Things invites you to an afternoon of jewellery, pampering & perfume at Cassilis Bowling Club on Sunday 24 July, from 2pm. Guests will receive champagne on arrival, mini facials and make-over's. Bring some friends along and spoil yourself! RSVP to Candice on 6376 4642. Last week’s results: Darts Winners (Chooks): Anne-Marie and Jenny Winners (Chocolate) : Cecilia and Glenda Draws Members Draw: $85 Maisie Morrow – unclaimed - $90 next week Joker Draw: $1877 Tony Upton – unsuccessful – $1932 next week Sunday Social Bowls Chook: Nick, Suzanne & Candy Chocolate: Tom & Joanne

Hilary Parker

MERRIWA RSL CLUB The Members Lucky Badge for $250.00 was not won on Friday at 8.30pm the number was 298, this week it jackpots to $300.00. The 7pm draw for $100.00 was not won the number was 210, this week it jackpots to $120.00. The 9pm lucky ticket draw for $220.00 was not won the number was 82876, this week it jackpots to $240.00. LTPS/10/05160. The Sunday Morning Badge Draw was won last week the number was 415, this week it re-commences at $250 and will be drawn between 11.30am and 1.30pm and you must be present to win the money. LTPS/10/05160 Sunday Raffle change: the Sunday raffles will now consist of a choice of IGA vouchers, Thrifty Link vouchers and Max’s Country Cuts vouchers. Coming Events The Bistro opening hours have now changed for the winter period, they now open at 5.30pm and close at 8.00pm accept for Friday where they will remain open till 8.30pm. Keno Promo Spend $5 on Keno Racing to go into the draw to win a 48cm LCD TV, drawn Friday 1st July. The old restaurant has now been opened up and changed into the new bistro area, this looks out onto the BBQ area where the new kids play area is so parents can watch the kids play while they eat, or just have a drink and chat.

MJ Morgan Secretary/Manager


MERRIWA SPORTS CLUB Saturday 18 June - Saturday Members Draw 519 Not Won Next week $290 Winners Jackpot 10694 Won Next week $100, Free Tickets Dinner Trent Cooper Bowls Raffle Postman Pat

Sunday 19 June - Sunday Members draw No 501 Not Won Next week $1150 $20 one off prizes No 500 Not Won & No 502 Not Won

Members are reminded that the Saturday winners Jackpot is now $1650

Transport Service is available Friday and Saturday. Don’t take the risk and drive when for $3 per person you can be chauffeured home. To access the transport service you must book through the Sports Club to check availability of the service. Members and Associations Looking for a venue to hold your meetings etc. The Sports Club may be able to assist. Please contact the Club for further details. Bingo Every Thursday Night commences 7:00pm Win Sporties Vouchers $5, $20, $50 + Fruit, Veg and meat trays Members interested in Sunday Social Bowls please contact JR 2:00pm Start Friday 24 June Hat Day in support of Rotary. Hat’s may be worn in the Club in support of this worthy cause. Please give generously. Mystery Prizes Saturday 25 June “Dee Blundell” Free Show

Saturday 30 July “Green Limousine” Saturday 20 August Rippers Retro “Chicken and Prawn Night” with “Pixie Jenkins” The Sporties - Chinese/Australian Restaurant Open for Lunch and Dinner. Lunch Specials Open 5 1/2 days Lunch Wednesday to Sunday 12noon – 2:00pm Dinner Tuesday to Sunday 5:30pm to 9:00pm. Please Note Saturday hours for lunch are 11:30am to 1:00pm Closed Mondays reopens 5:00pm Tuesdays For Bookings and take away ring 6548 3228

LADY BOWLERS NEWS

The rain was lovely but unfortunately and bowls where cancelled last week. This week was Murrurundi Association Day. Results next week. Coming Up Wednesday 29 - Scone RSL Gala Day Wednesday 6 July - Murrurundi Association Day.

B & JR

GOLF NEWS No news from the cat re Club Championship first round. Must have had a Shocker

The Cat


MERRIWA LITTLE A’S COMMITTEE FOR NEXT SEASON

I am excited to introduce our committee for the next season, we welcome our new faces and Thank you all “old and new” for putting your hand up and taking on the positions you have, it makes it so much easier and much more fun when people are keen as you all are – Thank you (team): President – Zoe Jamieson Secretary – Jenny Longstaff Treasurer – Jodie Wilton Registrar – Sally Hagley Grounds Officer – Allan Bristow Age Manager – Barbara Eipper Records Officer - Jason Rosa First Aid Officer– Karin Brazier Canteen/BBQ – Elissa Liondis Publicity Officer – Elissa Liondis Fundraising Officer – Ready and waiting for you, please call our President Zoe for details. We would love to hear from you.

A p r i l E i p p e r r e c e i v i n g h e r trophies, Well Done April.

Elissa Liondis

MERRIWA NETBALL

Junior Girls Congratulations girls on another great win, coming together nicely as a team with great improvement on their defence and shooting skills and also gaining a lot more confidence. Jazzmin Orton scoring 3 points and Shai Blackadder scoring 2 from the Umpires. Great work girls.

We were lucky to have 4 girls, Maddilyn Blackadder, Shai Blackadder, Jazzmin Orton and Britnee Attenborough travel to Muswellbrook on Sunday for the All Age/Rep Carnival to play in the 11 yrs Age Development Squad for Scone. They all did extremely well playing 6 games all day.

Senior Girls All girls had a really great game with a win. Kate Blackadder scoring 3 points and Taylah Blackadder the 2 points. Great work girls.

Netball Update Last game this Saturday for our Fun Net girls.

Festival of the Fleeces Thanks to all the players who supported our junior rugby league & netball club and participated on the Magpies float in the Festival of the Fleeces parade. Also a special thank you to the parents who helped out on the food stall throughout the Saturday.

Registration Fees Anyone owing money for registration fees please pay either Kellie or myself this week or I will be reminding you personally. Fun Net Free; Netta $10; Juniors $30 & Seniors $70. NOTE for players 10-15 years playing in the Seniors team rego is only $30. If you have paid $70 please let me know.

Coaches As a courtesy all players (or their parent) please let your coach know if you are not attending a game or training. All our coaches put in a lot of time and effort (even when they are extremely busy with other commitments too) so parents please give them the support they need to do their job well. All our children who love the game benefit.

I hope everyone is happy with their new team t-shirts and enjoying the netball games at Scone. If you have any concerns please talk to me so we can keep the season a positive one for all involved. We appreciate any suggestions on how we can improve the remaining games.

Heidi Inder Netball Coordinator

6548 5009


MERRIWA RUGBY LEAGUE

This weekend sees Merriwa back on the playing paddock after 4 weeks off. The boys have been training hard and due to all the byes have moved to third on the ladder which puts them in a good position at the back end of the season. They are keen to open their last five game block with a win over Aberdeen this Saturday at 2.45pm at Aberdeen. They then have three home games in a row followed by an away game against Singleton to finish off the regular season. Good luck boys and rip in! Home game dates: 2 July v Singleton at 1pm Ladies Day sponsored by Merriwa Petroleum & Ag. Ladies will receive free entry, complimentary champagne/wine/beer and nibbles for the day. 9 July v Scone at 2pm Sponsors Day sponsored by Craig MacPherson Haulage. All sponsors of the Magpies are invited to attend. This day is to thank all the wonderful sponsors of the Magpies. Sponsors will receive

2 x free entry & complimentary beer/wine & nibbles for the day. 16th July v Greta Branxton at 2pm Ex Merriwa Senior Players Day sponsored by the Merriwa Sports Club. All Merriwa ex senior players will receive free entry & complimentary beer & nibbles for the day. This is the last home game of the season so lets make it a big one with the Old Swoopers as we cheer the boys into the finals! Last game is at Singleton on Sunday the 24 of July at 12.30pm Just a reminder that the winning double for the second State Of Origin was 8 NSW 7 QLD.

The Magette


JUNIOR LEAGUE & NETBALL Festival of the Fleeces Thank you to all who gave up their time to assist the club with the BBQ. Footy News Just a reminder to all our parents, when our teams are playing there are several positions that need to be filled during the game from our club, particularly with the 11's & 13's. These are Leaguesafe, Touch Judge, FAO (under 13's) and someone to sit at the scoring table. It can become very difficult for the coaches when they have to fill a number of these positions at once. Can you please check with the coach before the game to see if he needs assistance with any of the positions. Round 10 - Footy This week's round is to be played at Singleton for 6-11yrs. Under 6's are at 10.20am, Under 7's have a bye, Under 9's are at 12.20pm, Under 11's at 12.50pm. Under 13's are away at Dora Creek oval playing South Lakes - time yet to be confirmed. Please check times and location with coaches at training on Friday as they can change.

Kellie

MERRIWA PONY CLUB

Thankyou to Tash Holden who took the photo of Merriwa Pony Club riding in the Merriwa Festival of the Fleeces parade. The June rally day was held last Monday. I heard on the grape vine that the weather was not the best! As a result members went to the RSL club and cleaned their saddles! Check out the pony club website: http://www.pcansw.org.au/ Upcoming dates: Singleton Pony Club Sunday 2 July 2011 Rally Day 9 July 2011 Denman Pony Club Presidents Cup Day will

be held on 17 July, 2011. A very quick column this week! I’m still waiting on members to send me results or news of things they have been up to! Happy riding

Tanya Ninness


NAME PHONE

Andy Carrigan 6548 2646

Boardman Peasley Pty Ltd 6543 3600

Bricklayer Block layer 6548 2591

Cannock Pastoral Company

6548 2195

Cassilis Bowling Club 6376 1002

Cassilis Public School 6376 1009

Colles Manufactured Homes Pty Ltd

4353 3606

Cowan’s Buses 6547 4416

Craig McPherson Haulage 6548 2663

Curls & Swirls 6548 2499

Custom Made Kitchens 6548 2025

Di’s Clothing Patch 6548 3023

Equine Dentistry 0427 153 446

Festival of the Fleeces 6548 2109

Good looks Nail & Beauty 0408 175 028

Gummun Place Hostel 6548 2111

Hidden Valley Homestead 6548 8588

Hunter-Central Rivers Catchment Management Authority

6542 4444

Hunter Mutual 6548 2651

Judy Lee - Massage Therapist

0407 476 500

MA Macdonald & Co 6548 2226

McConnell’s This ‘n’ That 6548 2889

Merriwa Activity Centre 6548 2082

Merriwa Amateur Swim Club

6548 8510

Merriwa Anglican Parish 6548 2218

Curtis, Irving & Gant 6543 2433

Hanckel Hay Sales 6548 5168

NAME PHONE Merriwa Auto Electrics 6548 2114

Merriwa Caravan Park 0418 668 402

Merriwa Catholic Parish St Vincent de Paul

6548 2086 6548 3092

Merriwa Central School Primary office Secondary office

6548 2101 6548 2119

Merriwa Central School P&C Association

6548 2119

Merriwa Cricket Club 0428 485 110

Merriwa Darts Competition

0428 899 749

Merriwa District Health Non-Emergency Medical Transport

6548 2653

Merriwa District Progress Association

6548 3060 6548 2653

Merriwa District Education Foundation

6376 1052

Merriwa Hardware 6548 2077

Merriwa Junior League & Netball

0447 035 694

Merriwa Magpies Rugby League Football Club

0411 800255

Merriwa Newsagents 6548 2031

Merriwa Petroleum & Ag Supplies

6548 2071

Merriwa Pharmacy 6548 2213

Merriwa Post Office 6548 2042

Merriwa Pre-School & Kindergarten Association

6548 2083

Merriwa RSL Club Restaurant

6548 2157 6548 2295

Merriwa Rotary Club 6548 2025

Merriwa Show 6548 2276

Merriwa Sports Club Restaurant

6548 2028 6548 3228

Merriwa Surgery After Hours

6548 2305 6548 2305

Merriwa Tennis Club 6548 2679

Merriwa Traders - IGA 6548 2315

Merriwa Tourist Welcoming Centre

6548 7201

Merriwa Engineering 0427 476085

Merriwa Healthy Environment Group

6547 6048

NAME PHONE

Merriwa Tyre & Service Centre

6548 2078

Merriwa Youth Centre 6548 2109

Panorama Motor Inn 4943 3144

Pitt Son & Keene Elders 6548 2307

PT Pest Control 6548 2444

R & M Moore 6548 2992

Rockwell Livestock 6548 5100

Russell’s Earthmoving 6548 2246

Sporting Shooters Assoc 6548 7226

St David’s Uniting Church 6548 5131

St Joseph’s Primary School 6548 2035

Stokes Dr Bronwyn After Hours

6532 5013 6532 5000

Tash Holden Communications

6548 5002

Trinity Markets 6548 2323

Upper Hunter Landscape Guardians

6545 1996

Upper Hunter Shire Council - Merriwa Branch

6521 7000

Welderup 6548 2500

Whale, Mark 6548 2389

Woolbrook Rural Industries

6548 2150

Rosto Olives 9327 5635

TransCare 6545 3113

Merriwa View Club 0429 197 397

NSW Farmers Association 6548 5150

Scott Witton Building 0427 761 169

Will Osmond Electrical 0447 726 996


JUNE

Friday 24 Rotary Hat Day

Saturday 25 “Dee Blundell” Merriwa Sports Club

Wednesday 29 Adolescent Mental Health Workshop - 6pm

Thursday 30 Last Merriwa Ringer for Term 2

JULY

Friday 1 Last day of Term 2

Sunday 3 Singleton Pony Club Presidents Cup Day Social Bowls - Cassilis Bowling Club - 2pm Singleton Arts Festival Opening

Tuesday 12 Merriwa Senior Citizens Games Day

Sunday 17 Denman Pony Club Presidents Cup Day Last day of Singleton Arts Festival

Monday 18 MCS Staff Return for Term 3

Tuesday 19 Movie Day - 10.30am - Merriwa RSL Club MCS Students return for Term 3

Thursday 21 Merriwa Ringer resumes - Deadline Monday noon as per usual

Saturday 23 Merriwa Fitness Centre Opening

Saturday 30 “Green Limousine” Merriwa Sports Club Christmas in July - Cassilis Bowling Club

Sunday 31 Anglican Yuletide Luncheon

Saturday 2 Merriwa Rugby League Home Game/Ladies Day

Saturday 9 Merriwa Rugby League Home Game/Sponsors Day

Saturday 16 Merriwa Rugby League Home Game/ Ex Players Day - Last Home game of the Season

Sunday 24 Last MRLFC for 2011 Season - Singleton Pampering Afternoon at Cassilis Bowling Club

Tuesday 28 CWA Agriculture and Environment Day

Monday 25 Entries Close for “Memorable Sporting Moments” Photo Competition

Thursday Poker Night - 8pm start Names can be phoned in

$5 entry, optional $5 rebuy. $2500 starting stack. Pub will match

prize pool.

$11 Chicken Schnitzel Night

Friday Happy hour 5-7pm

Pick the Joker stands at $1,700

Meat, Beer and Spirit Raffles for the Social

Club

Rotary Hat Day - Wear a funny hat, your favourite hat or any hat at all to raise money for mental

health. Donation tins will be on both bars.

Saturday Happy Hour 10-11am $2.60 Middies, $3.60

Schooners.

Social Club draw $250

Publicans Punt on again, no good last week.

Sunday

Happy Hour 11-12noon $12 roast with baked veg

and gravy

Tuesday $10 Rump night

Dining room open

for lunch and dinner 7 days a week

BAR BISTRO

ACCOMMODATION PH 6548 2235

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