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Se Non E Vero, E Molto Ben Trovato<br />
Savage Mountain!<br />
$2<br />
Issue 346 - <strong>May</strong> <strong>2012</strong><br />
K2 is known as the Savage Mountain, for every four people who have reached the summit, one has died trying. Harold and Taylor,<br />
two Australian professionals embark on a journey of self-discovery and physical challenge to reach the summit. After an accident<br />
leaves one of the men with a severely broken leg, the pair are stranded on a ledge at 27,000 feet.<br />
If you saw the show you know a few tortured artisans are a screw loose to have even attempted it! To nurture an alien environment<br />
like K2 as concept and convert it into a fully fleshed reality for it's characters and audience requires a seriously sophisticated blend of<br />
production & stage values and techniques. Summit reached!! ...and the flag at the top of this mountain has the smiley faces of the<br />
super talented, half loony cast and crew!<br />
Dain Southwell portraying Taylor, a young determined Prosecutor, freakishly managed to set the intention and dire situation<br />
effortlessly from curtain to last minute. Taylor embodied the underlying theme of loyalty and mateship, torn between an emotional<br />
roller coaster of realisations, fears, set backs and quiet accomplishments. A physically demanding performance, Dain scaled the set<br />
like Spiderman, a few classy stunts composed, he had the audience covering their eyes in suspense.<br />
Serendipity saw the Director, Wojt Kowaluk, one of two cast members short in the humble beginnings of production. Fate would<br />
suggest the role Harold was to be his from the start. Wojt brings a sense of wisdom and composure to his character and grave<br />
situation. Wojt selflessly portrays Harold in a respectful, thought provoking double-edged sword, an Atomic Physicist whose poetic,<br />
intelligent notions allow for both science and faith. His battle to sustain life seemed to haunt the existence of our own mortality. His<br />
demise was heart wrenching yet beautiful in acceptance of circumstance 'cause & effect', ' It's too precious, it's too phenomenal a gift<br />
to claw and beg to stay'.<br />
Combined, these two characters are the things Anzac Day war stories and legends are made of. A smart fusion of patriotic values,<br />
valuable dialogue, good old-fashioned blokey comradery anchored in one hell of a miserable setting. K2 echoes the Aussie spirit with<br />
all the added trimmings of grubby lady tales and dirty... (shudder) dirty jokes.<br />
The direction, objective and unbiased, fed the cast freedom for interpretation, exterior motive and intention. An eclectic mix of<br />
directional support from Bob Philippe, Alan Glover, Janine Oliver and Lynda Marsh offered much depth and perspective to this<br />
emotionally complex narrative.<br />
Taylor and Harold's love-hate relationship to the environment reflects the craftsmanship of the set concept and construction. This very<br />
intimate affair cemented the foundations for the complete immersion experienced, coupled by Peter Firminger’s engaging audio and<br />
visual effects. Giles Tester with set crew achieved once again the suitable believable backdrop with solid artistic merit.<br />
If you didn't see this production, you missed out big time! Sucks to be you. The most thought provoking, personally confronting theatre<br />
I have seen for some time.<br />
Tennille Hogan<br />
Back row:<br />
Peter Fewtrell. Peter Firminger, Dain Southwell, Wojt Kowlauk, Donna Robinson, Lynda Marsh, David Swaney, Giles Tester<br />
Front row L: Sally Jackson, Michaela Elphick, Camilla Dorsch, Leanne Bell<br />
Community news for <strong>Wollombi</strong> and surrounding districts 1
Issue 346 - Our Own News - <strong>May</strong> <strong>2012</strong><br />
<strong>2012</strong> SALVOS RED SHEILD APPEAL MAY 19 th & 20 th<br />
HELP WANTED<br />
This year the Salvos will be conducting their appeal in Cessnock<br />
and surrounding towns. The new Salvos Captain is a delightful young<br />
woman whose name is Jacoba Czoban. See story.<br />
Jac is only new to the area and needs all the help in the world. Especially for the<br />
Red Sheild Appeal which helps so many people.<br />
It is planned that there will be 2 collection points in <strong>Wollombi</strong>.<br />
One at Greys Inn and the other at the <strong>Wollombi</strong> Tavern.<br />
If you would like to volunteer to sit at either spot for an hour or two<br />
Between 11.00am and 3.00pm on Saturday <strong>May</strong> 19 th or Sunday <strong>May</strong> 20 th<br />
Please call Suzie Messner 0459 281877<br />
Salvos New Cessnock Leader : Jacoba Czoban<br />
When Lieutenant Jacoba Czoban went to Africa on a mission trip ten years ago, she knew her life would never be<br />
the same. Now, freshly graduated from The Salvation Army’s School for Officer Training, she’s en-route to her new<br />
mission field - Cessnock.<br />
Jacoba says the Salvation Army has always been a central part of her life since a young child. With her<br />
grandparents, mother and siblings involved in the organisation; she says The Salvation Army is her blood.<br />
“The friendships I have built in The Salvation Army as well as the mentoring I have received has really shaped and<br />
impacted my life, as well as helping me build my relationship with God,” she says.<br />
Jacoba has a real passion for young people and before entering the School for Officer Training in 2010, she studied<br />
and worked as a youth worker, specifically working alongside young people with disabilities.<br />
She says the skills she has developed will benefit her immensely as a Salvo officer: “The people skills, interacting<br />
and relating with people as well as the management skills I gained have really prepared me for the challenges<br />
ahead.”<br />
Jacoba says can’t wait to get started in her new position as Salvation Army Officer in Cessnock and says people<br />
will find her an open, enthusiastic persion who’s willing to give anything a go and loves being creative.<br />
“I am excited and waiting with eager expectation to find creative ways to build relationships with the people in the<br />
Cessnock community.”<br />
Lynn Wall<br />
Community news for <strong>Wollombi</strong> and surrounding districts 2
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Community news for <strong>Wollombi</strong> and surrounding districts 3
CALL FOR ENTRIES NOW OPEN<br />
You are invited to submit a proposal to enter<br />
this years outdoor sculpture festival<br />
held in November <strong>2012</strong>.<br />
Along the <strong>Wollombi</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Wine Trail :<br />
Stonehurst Cedar Creek, <strong>Wollombi</strong> Wines,<br />
Noyce Wines, <strong>Wollombi</strong> Village Vineyard<br />
& Undercliff Winery<br />
Visit www.sculptureinthevineyards.com.au<br />
for entry details.<br />
Issue 346 - Our Own News - <strong>May</strong> <strong>2012</strong><br />
OLD WOLLOMBI.<br />
THE WEATHER, &C.-The want of rain begins to be severely felt. On many farms the plough stands idle, owing to the<br />
impenetrable state of the ground, and the parched appearance of the face of the country presents all the features of a<br />
premature winter. We had a slight shower on Tuesday night, followed for a time by appearance that gave hopes of a<br />
further supply, which in the end were not realised.<br />
A notice signed by the Warden has this day appeared in front of the police office, calling a meeting on Tuesday next, for<br />
the purpose of placing members in nomination to serve as District Councillors, in the room of J.T. Walker and William<br />
Wilks Esqrs. It is the general opinion that very few gentlemen in the district really possess the required qualification.<br />
The state of the road and bridges between the township and Maitland is to the last degree execrable. They are<br />
disgraceful to the district, and dangerous to the public. If the District Council wishes to win golden opinions, or to make<br />
themselves decidedly popular, here an opportunity presents itself, of which we trust that body will promptly take<br />
advantage, by taking this villainous road into their earliest consideration, and ordering the much wanted repairs.<br />
2nd <strong>May</strong>, 1844.<br />
Maitland Mercury<br />
WOLLOMBI.-On Tuesday last was per- formed, for the third and last time, the annual farce of an attempt to elect District<br />
Councillors. The Warden stated the object of the meeting, and said that he was ready to hear proposed any candidate<br />
for the situation. There was an awful pause-no voice was heard until the Warden declared the meeting adjourned sine<br />
die; and thus has become defunct the District Council of <strong>Wollombi</strong> and Macdonald River.<br />
-Sydney Morning Herald, <strong>May</strong> 12.<br />
Steve Sullivan<br />
THE ALTERNATIVE ‘CITY TO SURF’<br />
**Make a note in your Dairy and join in....<br />
The Alternative ‘CITY TO SURF’ is planned for<br />
SUNDAY 12th August <strong>2012</strong> at Laguna<br />
A FEW TIPS<br />
Starting time: 11am sharp<br />
Distance from 1 to 14km, stop whenever you wish.<br />
Walk, run or jog for free!.<br />
Followed by BYO Picnic Lunch<br />
Certificate for all competitors<br />
� Start training, a little each day is better than a lot once a week.<br />
� Wear comfortable clothes, it is not a fashion parade.<br />
� Shoes should be worn in and comfortable, expensive is not necessarily<br />
better than cheaper or old one.<br />
� Bring a water bottle.<br />
� It is an enter at own risk, all care, no responsibility event and all<br />
participants will be required to sign an indemnity.<br />
No City, No Surf, No Entry Fee, No<br />
Traffic, No Parking problems<br />
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Issue 346 - Our Own News - <strong>May</strong> <strong>2012</strong><br />
ARTS NEWS <strong>Wollombi</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Arts Council<br />
TWO VACANCIES at the <strong>Wollombi</strong> Cultural Centre's OLD FIRE SHED GALLERY<br />
Due to cancellations, the Arts Council can offer the space to artists who have artworks ready to hang.<br />
A two weekend booking is available from Sat 28th April to Sunday <strong>May</strong> 6th.<br />
A three weekend booking is available from June 23rd to July 8th.<br />
The gallery is then totally booked until 2013<br />
Email: artscouncil@wollombi.org or Phone: 49988347<br />
HOME GROWN ART - A SPIRIT OF PLACE<br />
<strong>May</strong> 12th to 27th.<br />
This exhibition juxtaposes the paintings of local artists whose work distils something special from our valley environment.<br />
Although different in style and technique, the exhibition, as a whole, manifests a unique quality.<br />
A quality that we all experience in our landscape ... a strong sense of spirit of this place.<br />
FROM OUR COLLECTION<br />
Preview: Friday 1st June, 5-7 pm, at the WCC.<br />
To be opened on Saturday 2nd June, <strong>2012</strong> from 11am.<br />
Although their approach and artwork are vastly different, Sydney artists Barbie Hooper and Julianne<br />
Ross Allcorn have developed a very easy and fun filled working relationship and somehow, through<br />
years of collaboration, their artwork is complementary both creatively and visually.<br />
Their first duo exhibition together, From our Collection includes painting, mixed media and drawing.<br />
Juli and Barbie are delighted to have the opportunity to present their work to the local people and visitors to<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong>.<br />
Works available are wider in scope than a usual themed exhibition and sizes from very small to very large.<br />
Gallery hours: Saturdays and Sundays 10am-4pm. Closes Monday 11th, 10am-2 pm.<br />
ART CLASSES<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> artist, Fiona Bateman, is holding art classes for adults on Thursdays, 6pm-8.30pm..<br />
Classes begin again, after school holidays, on 26th April at the WCC.<br />
Enquiries: fiona.m.bateman@gmail.com<br />
<strong>2012</strong> EMERGING ARTISTS AWARDS Sept 21st to Oct 1st<br />
The WVAC will shortly be inviting entries from all emerging artists, of any age, in any medium.<br />
WCC Booking Enquiries<br />
Phone: Bronnie (49988347) Bron Duncan (49983202)<br />
Email: artscouncil@wollombi.org<br />
Visit: www.wollombi.org<br />
Next WVAC meeting - Sunday 6th <strong>May</strong>, 2pm, at the WCC.<br />
WOLLOMBI REAL ESTATE PH: 4998 3219<br />
Community news for <strong>Wollombi</strong> and surrounding districts 5
Dear Editor,<br />
Issue 346 - Our Own News - <strong>May</strong> <strong>2012</strong><br />
I am accumulating some colourful pamphlets published by the Progress Association that repeatedly predict threats to land values as<br />
a consequence of the introduction of the new Cessnock template LEP.<br />
There is no evidence to support these assertions. I have obtained valuations of <strong>Wollombi</strong> properties by respected registered valuers<br />
during the period in which the Plans have been on exhibition and none support the claims published in OON or the Progress<br />
pamphlets.<br />
The Department of Planning rejected aspects of the LEP relating to <strong>Wollombi</strong> and Mulbring because the resolution by CCC<br />
Councillors to abandon the environmental overlays was never exhibited and therefore did not comply with planning law. Those<br />
overlays largely incorporate existing laws relating to soil, water and vegetation. So as not to delay the rest of the LEP the<br />
Department adopted its normal practice of deferring these matters. Council will have to re-exhibit. I suggest that anybody who has<br />
concerns arising from the delay consult a registered and insured Australian Legal Practitioner, preferably a specialist in planning law<br />
accredited by the NSW Law Society, rather than rely on what Progress thinks a lawyer will say. Such expertise is available locally.<br />
Generally, the law in NSW protects existing uses (and changes to existing uses) regardless of changes to zoning. In the past<br />
Progress has supported scenic protection zoning for areas around <strong>Wollombi</strong> without any of the wild claims or controversy whipped<br />
up over E3 (the old scenic protection). Gloucester Council is relying on existing E3 zoning that applies to their scenic landscape to<br />
oppose the proposed open cut coal mine adjacent to their town.<br />
Informed readers probably know that the Lower Hunter Regional Plan identifies the <strong>Wollombi</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> as rural and resource land. The<br />
Strategic Regional Landuse Plan currently on exhibition identifies the <strong>Valley</strong> as highly prospective for gas and coal but the DoP has<br />
no plans to quarantine <strong>Wollombi</strong> from mining, unlike the vineyards or horse studs. In my opinion, Progress would better serve local<br />
land owners by looking at the bigger picture and toning down its scare campaign.<br />
Warwick Biggs<br />
Barrister & Solicitor<br />
St Yves<br />
tel: +61 2 4998 3205<br />
fax: +61 2 4998 3203<br />
mob: 040 998 3233<br />
NSW CAMELLIA SOCIETY<br />
On SATURDAY 14th and SUNDAY<br />
15th July, <strong>2012</strong>, the NSW CAMELLIA SOCIETY will be<br />
holding their 43rd Annual CAMELLIA SHOW in the Auditorium<br />
at Ravenswood School for Girls, Henry St, Gordon.<br />
The Show will be open to the public from 1.30 to 5pm on<br />
Saturday, and 11am to 4pm on Sunday. Admission is $5,<br />
afternoon tea and lunch are available, and plants will be for<br />
sale at special show prices.<br />
Members of the NSW Camellia Research Society will be on<br />
hand to help with information about camellias and their<br />
culture, so if you would like your camellia flowers identified<br />
this would be a good opportunity.<br />
The venue of the show has changed over time, but for the last<br />
few years has been held at Ravenswood School,. Their<br />
auditorium complex makes a beautiful venue, and there is<br />
w h e e l c h a i r a c c e s s .<br />
Many members say their interest in camellias began after<br />
visiting one of our Camellia Shows where there are over a<br />
thousand beautiful blooms on display. There is also a Sogetsu<br />
I k e b a n a d i s p l a y a n d a P h o t o g r a p h i c<br />
Competition. Anyone can enter their blooms in the<br />
c o m p e t i t i o n s , a n d d e t a i l s a b o u t<br />
exhibiting will be in our show schedule on our web site.<br />
Contact us on (02) 9489 4482 or 9653 1036, check out the<br />
website: www.ns wcam elliasnsw.org, or email<br />
n s w c a m e l l i a s @ h o t m a i l . c o m .<br />
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Issue 346 - Our Own News - <strong>May</strong> <strong>2012</strong><br />
** MEDIA CALL **<br />
ANNOUNCING THE WINNER OF<br />
THE <strong>2012</strong> GALLIPOLI ART PRIZE<br />
12 noon – Monday 23rd April <strong>2012</strong><br />
at The Gallipoli Memorial Club<br />
12 Loftus Street (second floor), Circular Quay, SYDNEY<br />
On Monday 23rd April at 12noon the winning entry will be announced.<br />
Photos & interviews available with the winning artist, finalists, judges and Gallipoli Club representatives.<br />
THE GALLIPOLI ART PRIZE <strong>2012</strong><br />
(pictured: selection of 2011 finalist artworks - <strong>2012</strong> finalist images available 5 April)<br />
The $20,000 annual Gallipoli Art Prize is awarded to the artist who best depicts the spirit of the Gallipoli Campaign as<br />
expressed in the Gallipoli Memorial Club's 'creed' - namely the values of loyalty, respect, courage, comradeship, peace and<br />
freedom. Artists interpret these values as they relate to any armed conflict in which Australia has been involved.<br />
The Gallipoli Club creed is "We believe that within the community there exists an obligation for all to preserve the special<br />
qualities of loyalty, respect, love of country, courage and comradeship which were personified by the heroes of the Gallipoli<br />
Campaign and bequeathed to all humanity as a foundation of perpetual peace and universal freedom."<br />
Now in its 7 th year, the prize attracts a broad range of high profile, professional and amateur artists. This year’s competition<br />
received a record 140 entries with judges noting more professional artists are submitting works each year. Finalists in this<br />
year’s competition include celebrated artists Paul Ryan and Craig Waddell (both <strong>2012</strong> Archibald finalists), Peter Gardiner,<br />
Peter Smeeth, Robyn Sweaney and Kerrie Lester as well as many emerging and amateur artists including students from<br />
Sydney's John Colet Primary School. Each entry tells a unique and often personal story as it relates to the spirit of the<br />
Gallipoli Campaign.<br />
“The emotions are involved with the Gallipoli Art Prize in a way that is not true for a competition that deals solely with<br />
landscapes or portraits. The experience of war is almost unimaginable to members of younger generations: it is art that does<br />
our remembering for us,” says John McDonald, one of the prize’s esteemed panel of judges.<br />
The Gallipoli Art Prize commenced in 2006 and will be conducted annually inclusive of the Centenary Year in 2015. The<br />
acquisitive Gallipoli Art Prize is open to Australian, New Zealand and Turkish artists and aims to create a significant<br />
collection to commemorate the spirit of the Gallipoli campaign and all those who have served during the following century.<br />
The Club sponsors a parallel version of the competition in Turkey, honouring the friendship between former adversaries.<br />
This year’s judging panel includes John McDonald (writer and arts critic for The Sydney Morning Herald), Jane Watters<br />
(Director, S.H. Ervin Gallery, Sydney), Barry Pearce (former Head Curator of Australian Art, AGNSW) and Craig Hickey<br />
(Gallipoli Club Director).<br />
The <strong>2012</strong> Gallipoli Art Prize finalist works will be open to public exhibition from (10am-5pm) Tuesday, 24 April to<br />
Friday 11 <strong>May</strong>, <strong>2012</strong> (except for Anzac Day) at the Gallipoli Memorial Club, 12 Loftus St, Circular Quay SYDNEY.<br />
Community news for <strong>Wollombi</strong> and surrounding districts 7
Issue 346 - Our Own News - <strong>May</strong> <strong>2012</strong><br />
Sometimes I am left scratching my head. I have no problem with the sincerity either of Believers who believe or of Non-<br />
Believers who don’t believe. There is enough complexity in the worlds of religion, science, spirituality and theology to<br />
make it quite possible that any one thinking person could come up with either position.<br />
What puzzles me, however, is the generalised stance that all of it; either religion, science, spirituality or theology has to<br />
be either all correct or all incorrect. All of these fields are explorations into the truth, a search for truth if you will.<br />
Wouldn’t it be possible then, that each of these fields, or any other field for that matter, may hold to some true<br />
statements and some untrue statements; some true beliefs and some untrue beliefs?<br />
Should there not be a recognition that Science, and scientific method in particular, have provided humanity with a<br />
startling tool for examining some of the claims for belief from all realms? The puzzle is, however, that so few people<br />
understand what Scientific Method actually is. Ask yourself if you can explain it, even to your own satisfaction.<br />
There is often a tendency among all of us to take one piece of disproven evidence and to then take the next illogical but<br />
absolute step of saying that therefore it is all fallacy. That is neither scientific method, nor is it logical thinking. If<br />
anything, it is faulty analysis based on the fallacy that stands behind commercialised advertising, that a tiny part of the<br />
truth is absolute proof of what are often very dubious claims.<br />
There is also the sad tendency for all of us to assume that a belief is a truth rather than a search for truth.<br />
There is also that other sad tendency to assume that if there is no scientific evidence for a particular phenomenon then<br />
that phenomenon cannot exist.<br />
Scientific theory from the area of Psychology is researching, among other things, the phenomenon of closed minds and<br />
open minds.<br />
The Closed mind will say that there is an absolute truth and we must believe it.<br />
The Open Mind is still scratching its head.<br />
Graham Jackson<br />
<strong>May</strong> <strong>2012</strong><br />
SPIRITUAL DIARY<br />
HEALING FOR A BROKEN WORLD<br />
You may not have noticed, but there are some very painful situations in our World and in our own <strong>Valley</strong>.<br />
We call these situations many things, but the word “broken” occurs over and over again: broken bodies, broken<br />
relationships, broken world and so on.<br />
Generally, what we see from the outside are the results of pain and suffering in others. However those who are going<br />
through the brokenness suffer the actual pain.<br />
The Church has a responsibility, first to mend the pain that the Church itself has caused and secondly to provide the<br />
means of Healing for the Broken World.<br />
So the Anglicans are having a Healing Service.<br />
DATE; Sunday, April 29, <strong>2012</strong><br />
TIME; 10am<br />
PLACE St John’s <strong>Wollombi</strong><br />
There will be a Service followed by the opportunity to spend time in quiet reflection or to speak to Fr Graham in private<br />
while everyone else is outside with a Cuppa and Cake.<br />
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Issue 346 - Our Own News - <strong>May</strong> <strong>2012</strong><br />
Youth Express is a not for Profit organisation based in Maitland but covering Port Stephens, Maitland, Cessnock, Dungog,<br />
Singleton, Muswellbrook LGA’s.<br />
Our vision is to develop significant and sustainable partnerships that facilitate rewarding futures for local young people.<br />
Our work involves linking young people with access to quality training and education opportunities that will help them find<br />
the right track to success. We achieve this through the delivery of programs aimed at developing strategic links between<br />
local education providers, businesses, industries and community members.<br />
Youth Express delivers several programs that are funded by NSW State and Federal Governments, which include:<br />
Workplace Learning Program (SWL)<br />
School Based Apprenticeship and Traineeship Program (SBAT)<br />
School Business Community Partnership Brokers Program (PB)<br />
Independent Employment Advisors Program (IEA)<br />
We also offer a Career and Transition Support Program (CTS), that comprises a selection of services offered to schools on a<br />
fee for service basis.<br />
We are offering free parent workshops in 3 locations in <strong>May</strong>. . See information below.<br />
FREE PARENT INFORMATION SEMINARS<br />
Are you the parent of a young person 15 years +. Do you have a family member in years 10, 11 or 12? Are you keen to<br />
access youth focussed career based information?<br />
Youth Express invites you to attend one of 3 free parent information seminars.<br />
By attending one of the following venues near you, you can learn about career pathway options from education, training<br />
and industry specialists. Also learn about support options in case things don’t go according to plan.<br />
Parents and young people 15 + years are welcome to come along.<br />
Events start at 6 pm on:<br />
� Tuesday 15 <strong>May</strong> <strong>2012</strong> Raymond Terrace Bowling Club<br />
� Tuesday 22 <strong>May</strong> <strong>2012</strong> Singleton Heights RSC<br />
� Tuesday 29 <strong>May</strong> <strong>2012</strong> East Maitland Bowling Club<br />
Visit www.youthexpress.com.au or phone 4931 2777<br />
for more information.<br />
Paint Gelding for Sale<br />
� 14.2hh, 7yrs old<br />
� Great to float, shoe and<br />
handle<br />
� Has calm temperament<br />
� Would suit trail riding or<br />
pony club<br />
Regrettable sale<br />
Please ph Jacqui on 0423 249640<br />
ANZAC DAY<br />
DAWN SERVICE<br />
WEDNESDAY<br />
25 TH APRIL <strong>2012</strong><br />
5.45AM<br />
ANZAC PARK<br />
WOLLOMBI<br />
Followed by breakfast courtesy of<br />
the <strong>Wollombi</strong> Tavern<br />
Community news for <strong>Wollombi</strong> and surrounding districts 9
Issue 346 - Our Own News - <strong>May</strong> <strong>2012</strong><br />
It was an impressive entrance to an impressive garden when we visited Lindsay and Cherie’s property in Ellalong. Before<br />
moving here, Lindsay and Cherie lived on the side of a steep hill, so the flat plains here make for a different type of garden.<br />
After seven and a half years, Lindsay and Cherie have turned this ten-acre property into a park full of meandering paths, water<br />
features and plants. Thousands of tubestock have been planted and now Native shrubs of Grevillia, Bottlebrush, Westringia<br />
etc, are mixed with exotics such as Duranta, Tecoma, Polygala and Hibiscus. Cosmos, Gazanias, Rose, Dahlias and Cannas<br />
provide bright spots of colour. The tall spotted Gums, Angophera and Ironbarks shade the extensive lawns that lead to dams<br />
and rock and timber edged watercourses.<br />
A beautiful Wisteria called Cascade is being encouraged to<br />
grow up and along branches to cascade like a waterfall to<br />
the ground. A two-level, two-toned Duranta hedge lines<br />
the front of the house, with more Dahlias, yellow Daisies<br />
and Gazanias for colour. Here ‘en masse’ planting of<br />
Agapanthus, Duranta and selected natives is particularly<br />
effective, giving the garden a real park like feel. There are<br />
many outdoor rooms with comfortable seats where one can<br />
sit and admire this beautiful place. We walked, we looked<br />
and we came away with some great ideas. This garden<br />
certainly is fulfilling Cherie’s dream of a ‘vision splendid of<br />
the acreage extending’ – until she says ‘stop’. Thank you<br />
Lindsay and Cherie for sharing your garden with us. We<br />
had a wonderful afternoon.<br />
The next meeting ia at 1 pm <strong>May</strong> 07 at Graeme and Anne<br />
Kinnear’s. Proceed up Narone Creek road turning left into<br />
Craft Road (on the Wild Edge Retreat road). Turn left after<br />
1.1Km. The flags will show the turns. Consider 4WD<br />
pooling if it has been wet.<br />
Maggie Brown<br />
Right: Directions to Graeme and Anne Kinnear’s<br />
APRIL GARDEN GROUP<br />
2.4KM along Narone Creek Road, turn left into Craft<br />
Road and continue for approx. 1Km. Turn left at the sign for<br />
Bakers Arm, continue down to the valley floor, across the bridge<br />
and take the track up the hill (about 2Km). The property is<br />
signposted “The Beild, 205 Narone Creek Road”. House about<br />
100m beyond the sign on the right hand fork.”<br />
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TRADES AND BUSINESS<br />
The following pages contain advertising of local<br />
businesses and service providers in the <strong>Wollombi</strong> <strong>Valley</strong>,<br />
who without their support, Our Own News would not have<br />
the funds to be published.<br />
Giving our support back to these businesses, especially in<br />
the economic climate we are facing, is vital for the growth<br />
and sustainability of our <strong>Valley</strong>. It would be very sad<br />
indeed if the business owners, tradespeople, and<br />
providores gradually started moving their business and<br />
perhaps even their families away from the valley.<br />
While it may seem, in some way idealistic, lets get behind<br />
our locals who operate these businesses and use the<br />
directory as a reference, who knows, you might find a<br />
business or service that you weren’t aware operated from<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> and use the service or recommend them to<br />
others!<br />
Jacqui, OON Co-ordinator<br />
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE CHURCH<br />
IN THE VALLEY<br />
23 March Mass<br />
APRIL <strong>2012</strong><br />
St Michael’s <strong>Wollombi</strong>, 6pm<br />
25 March Holy Eucharist<br />
St John’s <strong>Wollombi</strong>, 10am<br />
22 April Third Sunday of Easter; Holy Eucharist<br />
St John’s <strong>Wollombi</strong>, 10am<br />
25 April Anzac Day Dawn Service Anzac Park,<br />
5.30am followed by Breakfast at the<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> Tavern<br />
25 April St Mark’s Day; Patronal Festival of the<br />
Laguna Anglican Church<br />
27th April Mass for the Fourth Sunday of Easter<br />
St Michael's 6pm<br />
28 April Fourth Sunday of Easter; Holy Eucharist<br />
Anglican Place to be decided, 6pm<br />
29 April Fourth Sunday of Easter; Experimental<br />
Worship Anglican Place to be decided,<br />
10am<br />
29 April <strong>Wollombi</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Parish invited to Parish<br />
Picnic for Kurri Kurri Parish<br />
Pilates Mat Classes - <strong>Wollombi</strong> Hall Wed 10am, and 10am,<br />
last Saturday monthly, Call Nicole 0419 611 476<br />
Dynamic Yoga—<strong>Wollombi</strong> Hall commencing 27th Feb 6.30 -<br />
7.30pm. www.yogawithprem.com<br />
Vinyasa Yoga with Kylie—<strong>Wollombi</strong> Hall Saturdays<br />
8:30am. Contact 0411 205 947<br />
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Diary & Events<br />
Crafty Yarns<br />
10am 3rd & 5th Monday monthly. Shea’s at <strong>Wollombi</strong>,<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> 500 Card Group<br />
7pm last Monday in the month. <strong>Wollombi</strong> Tennis Clubhouse<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> Tennis & Croquet & 500 Card Club<br />
Tennis Thursdays 5.30pm Sundays 8.30am<br />
Croquet Wednesdays & Sundays 10am<br />
500 Card Club—Last Monday each month 7pm Tennis Club<br />
Garden Group<br />
1st Monday monthly. Contact Sandy McIntyre 4998 3345<br />
Laguna Fire Brigade<br />
4pm in winter: 5pm in summer 1st Saturday even months,<br />
Laguna Fire Station<br />
Laguna Market Day<br />
9.30am-1pm. 3rd Sunday, monthly. Old Northern Trading Post,<br />
Laguna<br />
Laguna P&C<br />
1stThursday of the month at 9:30am. Laguna Public School<br />
Meditation and spiritual development class<br />
10am Friday every week. cost $5 Ph:4998 1475 Black Crow<br />
Playgroup (for all kids 5 and under)<br />
10am every Tues, during school term, Rec Ground, <strong>Wollombi</strong><br />
Stitch ‘N Bitch<br />
11am 1st Saturday monthly from Feb at Shea’s Cafe <strong>Wollombi</strong><br />
St Johns Anglican Church Services, <strong>Wollombi</strong><br />
10am 2nd &4th Sundays, 5 th Sunday Ring (02) 4998 8343<br />
St Marks Anglican Church Services<br />
10am 1st and 3rd Sundays, St Marks, Laguna<br />
St Michaels Church Services <strong>Wollombi</strong><br />
Mass 6pm, on 2nd and 4th Friday of the month, St Michaels,<br />
Toastmasters<br />
Every Monday 6.45pm - 9pm. Cessnock Supporters Club<br />
Contact Black Crow 4998 1475<br />
Theology in the Pub<br />
4-6pm Second Sunday monthly during Daylight Saving.<br />
2-4pm other months. The Trading Post, Laguna<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> Cattle Sales<br />
1pm 2nd Saturday monthly, <strong>Wollombi</strong> Sale Yards <strong>Wollombi</strong><br />
Chamber of Commerce<br />
6pm 2nd Monday of the month see www.wollombivalley.com for<br />
venue or T: 4998 3322<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> Community Garden:<br />
3rd Thursday of the Month from 11.30 at <strong>Wollombi</strong> School<br />
Office<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> Fire Brigade Training:<br />
2pm, 3rd Saturday monthly, <strong>Wollombi</strong> Fire Shed Meetings:<br />
4pm, following training in even months<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> Museum<br />
6pm summer - 5pm winter, 1st Wednesday monthly except<br />
January, <strong>Wollombi</strong> Cultural Centre<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> P&C<br />
3rd Thursday of the month 9am School Office. No meeting in<br />
April and AGM in March<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> Tidy <strong>Valley</strong>s<br />
lpm Winter, 4pm Summer, 2nd Tuesday monthly, <strong>Wollombi</strong><br />
Tennis Club rooms. Enquiries 49983227<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Arts Council<br />
2pm, 1st Sunday monthly, <strong>Wollombi</strong> Cultural Centre<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Landcare<br />
3rd Saturday even months Contact Jane Mowatt 4998 8158<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Pre-school<br />
9.45am-3.15pm, Wed & Thurs at <strong>Wollombi</strong> Comm. Cottage<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Pony Club<br />
Every 3 weeks contact President Simone 4998 8214 for details<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> <strong>Valley</strong> Progress Association<br />
10am, last Saturday monthly, <strong>Wollombi</strong> Hall<br />
Zumba—call Emma on 0448 805 352 or visit my facebook<br />
page Zumba with Emma , for class times<br />
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Local accommodation<br />
Bellbird<br />
Tabitha Hill Cottage 02 4990 5091<br />
Laguna<br />
Apptrak Stud 02 4998 8412<br />
Arcadian Retreat 02 4998 8085<br />
Laguna Cottages 02 4998 3219<br />
Watagan Retreat 0411 195 042<br />
Wombat Bottoms 02 9498 4372<br />
Millfield<br />
Bellbird Cottages 02 4998 1705<br />
Millbrook Estate 02 4998 1155<br />
Vicar’s House 02 4998 1336<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong><br />
Avoca House 02 4998 3233<br />
Capers Guesthouse 02 4998 3211<br />
Cedar Creek Cottages 02 4998 1576<br />
Cody’s Cottages 02 4998 3256<br />
Grays Inn 02 4998 3483<br />
Guesthouse Mulla Villa 02 4998 3254<br />
Mystwood Cabins 02 4998 3234<br />
Somewhere Unique 02 4998 3257<br />
The Bungalow 02 4998 3220<br />
Undercliff Settlers Cottage 02 4998 3322<br />
Wild Edge Retreat 02 4998 3304<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> Barn Stay 02 4998 3221<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> Brook Cottage 02 4998 3209<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> Cottage 02 4998 3483<br />
Restaurants, pubs and food stores<br />
Laguna Old Northern Trading Post 02 4998 8244<br />
Millfield General Store 02 4998 1263<br />
Cafe <strong>Wollombi</strong> 02 4998 3220<br />
Panino Restaurant 02 49983403<br />
Shea’s at <strong>Wollombi</strong> 02 4998 3137<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> General Store 02 4998 3230<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> Tavern 02 4998 3261<br />
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8 ‘til late 7 days! HOME MADE MEALS ALL HOURS<br />
Winebar, cafe, general store, fuel, gas<br />
Friday <strong>May</strong> 11: Band Jam Night – Chef Janine<br />
Friday <strong>May</strong> 18 : Dennis Boys Band – Chef Janine<br />
KAZAS CURIOS NOW OPEN —SUNDAY FROM 9am<br />
PH: (02) 4998 1829<br />
Mob: 0407 067 567<br />
Fax: (02) 4998 8789<br />
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OON Co-ordinator— Jacqui Aubineau<br />
Wombat Lawncare<br />
Eats Grass and Leaves<br />
Call Glenn on 4998 8150 or 0419 195 501<br />
� Ride-on mowing for large areas<br />
� Lawnmowing<br />
� Brushcutting<br />
� Weed poisoning<br />
� Owner operated<br />
� Fully insured<br />
� 12 years local experience<br />
In and out, no mucking about!<br />
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CONCRETOR<br />
TONY O’DONOHUE - Lic: R93306<br />
SHEDS, CARPORTS, DRIVEWAYS ETC<br />
NO JOB TOO SMALL<br />
3 TONNE TIPPER TRUCK HIRE<br />
PH: 4998 3307<br />
Mob: 0417 983307<br />
Martin Tansley<br />
Lic.no.217793c<br />
Carpenter Joiner, Owner Builder Projects<br />
Additions, New work, Timber decks<br />
Safety Inspections<br />
Repairs & Replacements, Re-staining<br />
30 years experience<br />
Ph.4998 8786<br />
www.alltimberrepairs.com.au<br />
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Stonework<br />
WOllOMBI STONEMASONRY SERVICES<br />
www.kenfletcher.com.au<br />
49981664 0418 456245<br />
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Proudly offering a full range of real estate<br />
services to our local community for over<br />
25 years. Our friendly team have the<br />
knowledge, expertise and experience to help<br />
you achieve the best results with the sale or<br />
purchase of your next property.<br />
PH: 4998 3219<br />
www.contactus@wollombirealestate.com.au<br />
Local Agent for<br />
Bushman’s Water Tanks<br />
OON Subscription form<br />
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Rural Property Specialists<br />
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<strong>Wollombi</strong> Real Estate<br />
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NEW RELEASE<br />
2007 Methode Champenoise<br />
Traditional French style<br />
Locals’ discount for <strong>May</strong>,<br />
20% discount for case of 6 bottles.<br />
$177 now $141<br />
Just in time for Mothers Day!<br />
Remember your locals discount<br />
-10% on single bottles and 20% by the case<br />
Post this form and a cheque payable to WVPA Inc./OON to OON Subscription C/- <strong>Wollombi</strong> General Store NSW 2325 or enclose<br />
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Bryony’s Every<br />
Dog GroomING<br />
Our price increase will start from 1.2.12<br />
Every Dog caters for clips for all breeds. A full<br />
clip also includes a bath with quality shampoos,<br />
blow dry, nails cut, ears cleaned and plucked if<br />
necessary.<br />
Small dogs up to 10Kgs. $50<br />
Dogs to 20Kgs $60<br />
Clips for larger breeds:<br />
Border Collies $70 Cocker Spaniels $70<br />
Golden Retrievers $80 Standard Poodles $80<br />
Airdale Terriers $80<br />
Standard sized Labradoodles $80<br />
Dog of the<br />
Month,<br />
Stella<br />
Bookings for Saturdays are being taken from 4.1.12.<br />
Call Bryony on: 0413 673 475<br />
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Rural Products & Services<br />
Activate the natural and<br />
beneficial biology in your soils<br />
� TM Agricultural - Soil Activator<br />
� TM Lawn & Garden - Soil Enhancement<br />
(from Best Environmental Technologies Pty Ltd)<br />
Soil & Water Testing<br />
(through the accredited laboratories of Hortus Technical Services Pty Ltd)<br />
Water Tanks & Farm Products<br />
(Clark Tanks - Australian Water Systems Pty Ltd t/as)<br />
Price includes free delivery, plumbing fittings &<br />
installation of fittings<br />
Planwise Pty Ltd<br />
(ABN 41 053 512 146)<br />
<strong>Wollombi</strong> NSW 2325<br />
Contact: John Marchant<br />
Phone: (02) 9999 6212 Fax: (02) 9999 6312<br />
Mobile: 0428 428 666<br />
Email: consult@planwise.com.au<br />
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