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finance for your needs Examples of items we can arrange leasing or financial assistance for include:

Motor Vehicles Earthmoving Equipment Trucks and Trailers Coaches and Buses Commercial Property Rural Property Drilling Rigs Underground Equipment Engineering Equipment Woodworking Equipment Bore Equipment Boats – for pleasure or business

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Issue: Issue: 11 Thursday 4 February 2010

Australia Day Celebrations

Winners of Australia Day Awards. See Page 19 for more information.


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Services

Holy Trinity Merriwa

7.30am Mon Wed Fri

Morning Prayer 5.30pm Wednesday

Evening Prayer 9am each Sunday 10am each Friday

St Columba Cassilis

11am 2nd & 4th Sunday

The Reverend Mandy

Wheatley Ph: 6548 2218

Sunday Services 1st Sunday/month Bible Study Fellowship - 6.00pm Prayer Time 5.00pm 2nd Sunday/month Worship service - 11am 3rd Sunday/month Friendship service - 6pm

Prayer Time 5pm 4th Sunday/month Communion service –11am 5th Sunday/month Worship service 6pm - Prayer time 5 pm. SUNDAY SCHOOL each Sunday during school term commencing

9.30am. Contact Miss BJ Campbell 6548 5131 a/h Mr Ron Campbell 6548 5153 0428 485 153

WEEKEND MASSES St Anne’s - Merriwa 1st, 3rd & 5th weekends, Saturday 6.30pm 2nd and 4th Sunday, 8.30am St Joseph’s - Cassilis 2nd and 4th weekends Sunday, 10.00am St Bernard’s - Denman 1st 3rd & 5th weekends Sunday 8.30am 2nd & 4th weekends Saturday 6.30pm

Parish contact numbers Parish Priest - Fr Des Harrigan

6548 2086 or 0411 984 945 Convent -6548 2123

St Vincent de Paul - 6548 3092

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An open letter to parents about the MySchool website

The launch of the MySchool website has received a mixed reaction from parents, teachers and the broader school community over the past week.

Schools have always used diagnostic tests such as NAPLAN to inform teaching programs and guide the allocation of learning resources. However it is too simplistic to use these

one-off test results to judge the performance of a school. Merriwa district schools do a great job of educating the whole child. Our schools take a

holistic approach to student learning and wellbeing, with an emphasis on academic performance, pastoral care, and opportunities that develop a range of skills and talents in our students.

These are developed effectively in a school climate where we emphasise tolerance, understanding and harmony. Social skills, particularly those that create good teamwork,

are essential in the 21st century. Our schools are always looking at ways to improve the outcomes for every individual

student, and tests, including NAPLAN, should be used to help diagnose an individual’s learning progress.

We welcome the discussion about improving student outcomes with parents, which is an ongoing discussion. Staff readily engage in this process through parent teacher meetings,

P&C/P&F, annual reports, and regular communication in the Merriwa Ringer. We extend an open invitation to parents to discuss and clarify any items raised by the

MySchool website. Only in partnership with parents can learning outcomes be maximised for our students.

Darren Noonan Principal Merriwa Central School

Helen Whale Principal St Joseph’s Primary

Ross Craven Principal

Cassilis Public


MERRIWA CENTRAL SCHOOL

Welcome back to a very exciting new school year. The year ahead is filled with great opportunity for staff and students at Merriwa Central School. It was with great pleasure over the break that I joined the Australia Day celebrations at Cassilis to see two of our students recognised for outstanding achievement. Congratulations to Tegan Cornish who was awarded Young Citizen of the Year, and Emily Wightman who received a scholarship for academic achievement. Emily completed Year 12 in 2009 and is about to undertake a degree in sports science at Southern Cross University. Another of our Year 12 students from 2009, Micah Keily has been accepted into the University of New England to study archaeology. New staff Mrs Ruth Hoye joins our staff as Deputy Principal (Primary). Mrs Hoye was relieving principal at Sandy Hollow Public last year, and brings a wealth of expertise to the position. The position is funded under the National Partnerships program for the next four years, and will work with staff and students to improve literacy and numeracy outcomes. As Deputy Principal (Primary) Mrs Hoye will be in charge of the day to day organisation on the primary campus. Miss Christina Cavalot will replace Mrs Lynda Marshall who is currently on leave. Miss Cavalot is no stranger to our students and will take Yr4/5 in Mrs Marshall’s absence. Miss Erin Temessl will take on a new role this year working across primary and secondary as support teacher learning assistance, and in reading recovery. Both roles will support students who require additional assistance to improve their literacy and numeracy results. In addition we welcome new Learning Support Officers (LSO’s) Mrs Maria Gibbons and Ms Donna Cox working with our primary students.

New students Welcome to our new Kindergarten and Year 7 students and parents. It can be very daunting for students and parents at the start of a new school year. Miss Maher (K/1 Teacher) and Miss Tolley (Yr7 Year Adviser) are available to answer any questions parents may have about school life and the new routine. Please do not hesitate to contact the school if we can be of assistance. Community Liaison To improve communication between the school and parents the school will appoint a community liaison officer. The part time position will be advertised shortly and is funded through the National Partnership program. Informal get-together Last year we initiated an informal get-together of parents and teachers as an opportunity to say hello at the start of the school year. The evening is a chance for parents to meet some of the staff in a relaxed environment outside the formal parent teacher interviews. Invitations will be sent out next week, however keep the evening of Thursday February 18 free.

Darren Noonan Principal

New staff - Mrs Ruth Hoye Deputy Principal (Primary) and Miss Christina Cavalot Year 4/5 Teacher


2010 Maths, Science, PD/H/PE, Technology, Agriculture Faculty News

Although we have been back for less than a week, students and teachers are back in the swing of school life and learning is well and truly underway. This year we have the following teachers working within our key learn ing areas : Mr Ph i l Mar tyn (technology), Mr Peter Davidson (science), Ms Alexis Moore (PD/H/PE), Ms Laura Tolley (ag, science, technology), Mr John Kaye (mathemat i cs ) , Mr V i shwa Nath (mathematics), Mrs Pam Amidy (mathematics) and myself (mathematics and biology). We are all looking forward to a challenging and rewarding year. By now, all students will have been given information essential to their course, this includes a scope and sequence of what they will be taught as well as what assessment tasks to expect. They will also have book work rules outlining what is expected in their presentation and the necessity for covering their books with plastic to protect them. Years 9 and 10 will also have performance descriptors for each course detailing what is involved in gaining a particular grade for that subject. Seniors will also have copies of the syllabus for their course and a sheet showing the percentage of HSC students in each band in last year’s examination. Being informed is an essential part of making wise decisions in their education and students need to refer to this information on a regular basis to allow them to plan for assessment tasks. Mathematics students will be issued with text books and these need to be brought to all lessons as well as used to complete homework if needed. If any text books have been found over the break, please return them as soon as possible to avoid being issued with an invoice for their cost. All students need to have a calculator, which can be purchased from the Office on the secondary campus.

Again this year, students will have the opportunity to compete in competitions in mathematics and science, a note will be sent at a later date outlining the cost and dates for these. The Science and Engineering Challenge will again be on and we look forward to a large group of students representing us again. Ms Moore is again organizing the Star Struck group to take part in the spectacular in Newcastle and she also has many sport competitions in mind. The Steer Program is under the organization of Ms Tolley and plans are already in place to get the oats up and growing for them. As you can see, 2010 is going to be a busy and productive year. Please contact us if you have areas of concern as we value your feedback and ideas

Gwen Meyer Head Teacher


Coming Events

February

Week 2

Friday 5 Primary Swimming Carnival

Week 4

Wednesday 17 Secondary Zone Swimming

Week 5

Monday 22 - Wednesday 24

Year 11/12 Crossroads excursion

Thursday 18 Parent/teacher get together



VET News

The holidays were a busy time for some VET students who continued to complete traineeship hours in the workplace and finish off their Year 12 work placements. Pictured below is Rhiannon Teague a Business Services student who completed a week of work placement at the Upper Hunter Shire Council Scone office.

Merriwa Central School has a record number of students commencing vocational education courses this year so it will be a busy time as work placement is required for each course along with theoretical training.

This year TAFE courses commence on the 4 February so if you have enrolled in a TAFE course at either the Muswellbrook or Scone campus you will be travelling to TAFE on Thursdays by bus that leaves Merriwa Central School at 11.45 am and returning at approximately 6.00 pm. The bus is subsidised by Hunter Central Coast Vocational Education Department and students are requested to purchase their ticket to travel on the bus from the office at the secondary prior to getting on the bus. Cost of the bus is $7.50.

It is expected that students will wear school uniform to TAFE and if completing a trade that requires manual work, overalls and work boots will be taken to TAFE to change into. TAFE is an adult learning environment and as such students are expected to behave in a responsible manner that ensures everyone has the opportunity to maximise their learning. Attendance at TAFE is compulsory and students that miss a number of sessions may jeopardise the opportunity provided to gain a vocational qualification.

We wish everyone a successful year as they complete their vocational qualifications in Year 12 or are just beginning them in Year 11. If anyone has any queries concerning their course please contact their relevant teacher or Mrs Jane Hegarty.

J E Hegarty VET Coordinator

Dedication - Rhiannon Teague completes work placement during the school holidays.

Happy snaps - Kinder 2010


CASSILIS PUBLIC SCHOOL

Welcome back to all. We do hope that everyone had a wonderful Christmas and enjoyable holiday period. We especially welcome our new students – James Bibby, Heath Schmidt (both Kindergarten) and Kiera Hoffman (Year Five), and their families. This now gives us seven girls and eleven boys. The girls are certainly pleased to have another girl in our school. This also gives us two more families in our school, and we all look forward to working with them, as we do with all families, in assisting our students to have the best education that we can offer them. May I take this opportunity to congratulate Brian and Fiona Cornish who were honoured as Merriwa district Citizen of the Year last Tuesday at the Australia Day Celebrations here in Cassilis for their continued great efforts in our community. Also, congratulations to Tegan Cornish who was honoured as Junior Citizen of the Year. We know that Tegan is also a very dedicated young member of our community who shows a real community spirit. Congratulations must also go to all those nominated in the variety of sections, even though there could only be one winner in each. It was a real delight to attend the celebrations here in Cassilis and share in the celebrations with so many district people. This Wednesday afternoon (1:30pm) we will be having a musical performance at school. Parents of school students are invited to attend and bring their pre-school children with them. The performance goes for about 1 ½ hours, finishing in time for the home-time bell. There are a number of changes in some lesson this year. Mrs Leman will be here on Mondays and Wednesdays this year, so the following will occur: Art – Monday (could we have a paint shirt for each child please)

News Day – Tuesday (roster with this Newsletter). Library – Wednesday (Please organise a bag for each of your school children) Scripture – Thursday (I think – need to verify with Sr Bridget and Rev. Mandy) Sport – Friday Assembly – Friday morning – odd weeks this term – start Friday of next week. Mrs Anne-Maree Nairne will be working with us again this year in a full-time role, and Mrs Fiona Cornish will be working with us a few hours per week, a little more than last year. Mrs Gant will still be with us five days a fortnight, and, other than today, will normally be with us each Monday and Wednesday, with the other day possibly being a Thursday each fortnight. Mike is back with us again, and is working Monday and Thursday mornings. You are likely to see him here most mornings though, as he is coming up to run the sprinklers next to our concrete area, and check to see if there are any urgent jobs needing doing. Once again a big THANK YOU to Barb for the beaut job she did while Mike was on leave, and welcome back to Mike. For the next few months Rodney Bibby will be working with Mike on the grounds. Welcome Rodney, we hope you will enjoy working with us, and we look forward to you working with Mike. Once again this year, we would appreciate the assistance of any parent who could spare half an hour or so to listen to students read to them. We very much appreciated the assistance given to us last year by Mrs Joelene Morton, and hope that one or more parents will be able to help out this year. We will be doing a unit about the Winter Olympics in Vancouver this term. Any assistance you may be able to give to your


child/children in doing some research at home would be greatly appreciated. We will be especially working on it of a Tuesday and Thursday afternoon. Swimming lessons start in two weeks time. We do hope that we have a week of good weather for a change. Due to the available times of instructors, our lessons are between 1pm and 2pm daily. This enables us to get back by home time each day. Just a couple of reminders: When you park in the school grounds and are getting out of your car, please park backed in to the top fence near the trees (unless it is wet); Please collect children from outside the Office when school finishes and have them walk to your car with you. These are to ensure the safety of our students with cars moving in and out of the playground. Thank you for your assistance. Well done to the Rodeo Committee for such a successful day / night on Saturday. Although I did not get to see it all, it was a great rodeo, enjoyed by all. I hope everyone was as impressed with our School Photos as I was at the end of last year. Even my children were very impressed with how good I looked in them – and my sons very seldom make such comments. Our last Veg Watch Session will be held Wednesday 10th February starting after Recess. This is our last session, and is the Summer aspect. Mrs Clout will join us for the day, and Lorna Adlem (our Veg Watch Coordinator). Have a tremendous week!

Ross Craven JP Principal

Dates to remember: 10 Feb Veg Watch – Summer Session 12 Feb School Assembly 15 – 19 Feb Swimming Lessons Week

K-2 News Welcome back everyone! I hope you have all had a fantastic holiday and are ready for another term at school. This week Kinder will have their first letter to learn and that is the letter ‘S’ that says ‘sssssss’. Year 1 and 2 will be learning the ‘sh’. Kinder’s colour of the week is Blue and the Big Book of the Week is “The Three Little Pigs”. Homework will be starting this week. I have tried to give as much detail as possible about what is expected of Kinder, Year 1 and Year 2 for their homework. If you are unsure about anything or just want to clarify something feel free to come and ask me. Kinders Kinders’ homework will be as follows, each week they will be learning a new sound of the alphabet. Our school uses the Jolly Phonics program where the children learn a sound and an action that is associated with that sound. Inside their homework folder there will be a flash card of the letters that they learn. If parents could practice every night saying these letters it would be great. At school we use the following phrase for each letter - e.g. (for letter s) letter s (say the letter name), says sssssssss (say the sound that it makes while making the action). It would be great reinforcement if you could please use this phrase at home when practicing their letters. Starting next week they will also be learning two ‘Tricky Words’. ‘Tricky words’ are words that the children need to know straight away when they see it and are often words we cannot sound out. This will help them greatly in their reading. If parents could also practice these every night it would be greatly appreciated.



In their homework folder you will also find a homework book where I have written their sound, tricky words and some other activities for the week. Every night they are to complete one page. By the end of the week they will have completed all four pages. I have outline in their book where to start the letter and the direction the letter follows. The correct formation of each letter is very important The last thing that they will have is a sound reader. If parents could look at this book with their children and find things that start with the particular sound the book is related to this would be wonderful. When you have finished reading the sound book each night fill it in on the Home Reader record sheet. If you fill in a whole sheet you will receive an award at assembly! Year 1 and 2 Inside Year 1 and Year 2’s Homework folder you will find a Homework book with their spelling words for the week inside. Children are asked to re-write their spelling words every night. As they write them it may be an idea if they sound them out by saying the letter ‘name’ so they are practicing the spelling of each word as they go. A practice test on Thursday night maybe helpful for them to be ready for their spelling test on Friday at school. Students will also be sent home with a maths pack. This is a fun way to re-enforce concepts learnt at school. Inside each child’s homework folder you will find a sheet to fill in with details about the maths pack you have played. Please bring these back every Friday The last thing you will find is their reader. If parents could listen to their child read every night and fill it out on the Home Record sheet this would be wonderful. Children are also given a 1 minute read every Monday. Children are encouraged to read this every night and see how many words they can read in 1 minute. They will then be tested on

Friday. Lets see if we can beat those records from last year. I ask that Kinder, Year 1 and Year 2 children bring their homework folder to school everyday with the previous nights homework completed ready to be marked. The folders will stay at school over the weekend. I would like to say a huge thank you to everyone in advance for helping with this. Homework is an integral part of your child’s schooling and benefits them greatly. Thank you so much for your support. I am looking forward to another wonderful week. I hope you all have a fantastic week. Take Care

Liz Leman K-2 Teacher



ST JOSEPH’S PRIMARY SCHOOL

Welcome to the St Joseph’s 2010 school year. I am so thankful that all our students have returned to us after the Christmas break with good health and happy stories to share about their time spent with family and friends. We are very conscious that not all schools are as fortunate as us and with so many road accidents and drownings and other tragedies many schools have returned to heartbreak. We are also conscious of the plight of the people of Haiti who are still suffering so much after their recent earthquake. Our prayers and thoughts go out to all people who are suffering at present.

A special welcome to our new students and their families – Claudia Frampton, Camdyn Constable, Piper Cropper, Damian Jamieson, Chloe and Oliver Towell, Charles Brazier, Jorji Taaffe, Bailey and Callum Telfer. We wish you a very long and happy association with our school.

Welcome to Miss Nicole Lasker who has joined our school community this year. Nicole is teaching K/1 with Mrs Anne Marie Peebles who we also welcome back after her period of leave last year. Already Nicole and Anne Marie have the children in K/1 engaged and motivated.

Our first day saw Piper Cropper’s arrival at school as part of a 4 generational entourage. Piper was accompanied by her parents, grandmother and great-grandparents. Thank you to the Cronin, Martin, Peebles, Whale, Gilbey, Porter, Deasy and Moore families who volunteered to water our veggies over the break. The results speak for themselves. Thank you to Oliver and the Towell family who took great care of the chooks while we were away. They are certainly looking very rested after their country holiday. Thank you also to the Redgate, Cameron, Cronin, Sampson, Peebles, Whale, Porter families and Claire and John who were able to join us for the working bee in January. We managed to do a mammoth amount of work in just 2 hours and had the school looking tip top for the children to return to on Thursday. We also enjoyed a relaxing lunch together afterward. It was wonderful to have ex-students Montana Kisi and Liam Cronin (Class of ‘09) as well as Josh Whale and Emily Cameron (Class of ’04) giving us a cheerful helping hand to. What a great school community we have! Congratulations to Anastasia Martin on winning the Young Achiever award at the Australia Day celebrations. Tasia was awarded this very special award for her achievements in horse riding, swimming, athletics, cross-country and public speaking. Congratulations to the Medd Family for their achievements in sustainable agriculture which was awarded with an Australia Day Award. Playground equipment: You will have noticed the wonderful extension to our playground equipment over the holidays. There are now a large number of extra activities to help develop upper and lower body strength and increase gross motor skills.

Helen Whale


MERRIWA PRE-SCHOOL KINDERGARTEN ASSOCIATION

Welcome Back to all Children and Families to Merriwa Pre-school We would like to say hello and welcome to each and every family who is now part of our small but caring ‘community’ at Pre-school. As we all get to know each other, relationships will start to develop, between children staff and parents. This does take time, but children and parents alike will, in time, become to feel very much part of their pre-school. We urge you to become involved, to ask questions and to enjoy your time spent with us.

Some important changes in our operation and staffing Due to increased numbers, the Pre-school will be operating full time in 2010. Administration for myself will be broken into two blocks of time, each Tuesday and Thursday from 11am to 2.30pm. During this time, the program will continue to run in capable hands of Leah Folpp assisted by Lanni Bardot (welcome Lanni!) and Jessyca Morgan, who we are very excited to welcome as our new Trainee! Jessyca will be working each day and we are so pleased to have her as part of the regular team. We hope that Jessica enjoys learning and participating in our Early Childhood program, and urge you to say hello and make her feel welcome. How wonderful for all – especially the children – to have another set of caring and capable hands to gently guide them. During office time, parents should be reassured that I will be still be on hand for any necessary supervision and assistance, as needed. The hours have been carefully planned to enable me to spend some time with almost all children in attendance.

Some more exciting changes have happened in our playground. Here you see some children enjoying some wonderful new panels in our fixed climbing equipment, which was purchased as a result of some fundraising in the latter half of the year.

Teamwork! Damien and Ella using our new ball chute panel.

Matthew tries out the new sling…… I think his smile is the stamp of approval! Many thanks to Paul Carrall for helping out to get this ready for the children, as well as m o w i n g t h e p l a y g r o u n d . Thanks Paul!

Paddy gets ready to try out the binoculars. This is why we depend so much on parental support at fundraising events – to allow us to provide these great ‘extras’ for our children. A reminder to all parents that we depend on you to help with the maintenance of our grounds, and we are compiling our 2010 list of those able to help out occasional with mowing and whipper snipping. Please let us know if you would like to add your name to the list. It is not only very important for the safe play of our children, but is also a way of earning some reward points, not to mention being rewarding for the parent to see how much their good work is appreciated. Until next week,

Jill Martyn (Teaching Director)


MERRIWA ACTIVITY CENTRE After School and Vacation Care

Catering for 5 – 12 year olds

Hello from MAC staff. We trust everyone had a wonderful and safe break.

Vacation Care We had a very successful January Vacation Care. Our numbers were very good most days and on our excursion day we had a “full house”!! Our excursion to Singleton was very full on with Ten Pin Bowling, a movie and a trip to McDonalds for an ice cream sundae. Even with such a full schedule we got back to Merriwa with time to have a few group games before parents started to arrive to pick up their children.

Over the break the children made wonderful musical instruments out of recycled boxes etc. They made drums, guitars, tambourines and even a rain maker. When the instruments were completed Sarah videotaped the children making music with them. The children really enjoyed watching themselves on tape. Other crafts included weaving looms, paper mache bowls, pet rocks, catch a ball, balloon craft, sand candles, nature mobiles, puppets, wind chimes, pencil cases and scrap books. While these activities were in the program the children often enjoyed implementing their own wonderful ideas and made lots of interesting things from our recycle box.

Every January we make cubby houses to play in. This year the children out did themselves by turning one of the VERY large cardboard boxes into a castle. The castle had “brick work” and turrets. It is amazing how many hours of fun the children got out of a simple cardboard box.

We went on quite a few local excursions too. Places we visited included the Youth Centre, library, resource centre, putt putt golf, and the squash courts. One of the most enjoyable mini excursions was to the Aged Hostel. The children and residents alike had a great time. They played bingo and had a wonderful morning tea together. Thank you to residents and staff for making us feel so welcome.

The hot weather also allowed us the opportunity to utilise the local pool. The

children always have a great time swimming and our new pool toys have added a new dimension to the fun. When we were unable to get to the pool the children cooled off by running through sprinklers and we even had a water bomb “fight” in the pre school yard.

On the final day of vacation care we had a disco complete with mirror ball and flashing lights. The girls came dressed in their finest disco outfits, some of which almost out glittered the disco ball! Thank you to Justine at the Youth Centre for lending us the disco equipment, it was very much appreciated.

Staff Changes Most parents who use the centre would know about the staff changes. Jill Carrall is the Activity Centre Co-ordinator and will be at the centre from 2pm each day. Julie Carberry is the child care worker and will also be at the centre 5 afternoons per week. Yvonne, Maria, Jayne, Sarah, Hayley and Donna are our lovely, capable casual staff.

Spot Inspection During vacation care the centre was subjected to a spot inspection by the National Childcare Accreditation Council (NCAC). The validator (Bev) spent 2 hours at the centre observing us during our normal activities. Bev asked children and staff questions and took lots of notes about what we were doing at various times during the afternoon. Bev made notes about things such as how staff interacted and conversed with the children, the activities the children were participating in and the centres hygiene practices. Bev also asked the Co ordinator how the centre intends to build on the service and Jill filled her in on some of our plans. Just before Bev left she gave us a copy of her report and it was full of praise for the centre and how it is run. She made mention of our increase in numbers and how we are endeavouring to raise the profile of the service by using community venues, thereby making a visible presence in the community.

The last line of the NCAC report is one which tells us that the activity centre is successful in


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Vacancies We have vacancies for after school care on all days. January usually is a little slower as parents work out their schedules and routines. Please feel free to give us a call if you require any information about times, cost, information on child care rebates etc.

MAC Programming We are in the process of working out our weekly program. We try and base our activities around the numbers for a particular day. For example, group games are better scheduled for a day when we have lots of children. When we get a little further into the term we will have a more formal program to print. Mondays will still be our cooking days. A craft will be started on Mondays and this craft will be done by the children throughout the week.

MAC Answering Machine It is always nice to come to work and find we have messages/bookings on the answering machine. As our machine does not state the time or date of the call sometimes we need to call the parents back to confirm the details and this isn’t always convenient for the parent. To make the process a little smoother it would be appreciated if, when leaving a message, you could also state the day and time you called. Activity Centre CRN (Afterschool Care) is 55501702K and Vacation Care is 55501408J. 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).

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ANGLICAN NEWS

Welcome to the first Ringer Anglican News for 2010. We hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season and are now refreshed and revived in preparation for an exciting new year. We thank God for the wonderful rain which we have received and that the countryside is again beautiful and green. Playgroup – Mainly Music With great excitement we announce the commencement of Playgroup with Music at the Anglican Parish Hall on Tuesday mornings at 9.30am for pre-schoolers. Everyone who would like to attend will be made very welcome, Mums and Bubs. This group as yet is in the formative stage so details are sketchy, but helpers would be very much appreciated. Bible Study Bible Study groups are enthusiastic to start new studies which will commence this week. If you would like to join either of the groups, please contact Sue Shotter, 6548 2263, you would be very welcome. One group meets on Wednesdays at 1.30pm and the other on Friday evenings at 6pm. Scripture Teachers The Ecumenical Scripture Classes held at Merriwa Central School on Wednesdays are in desperate need of Scripture Teachers. If you are interested and would like to help in this very rewarding way, please contact Rev’d Mandy, 6548 2218. Lesson material and training is provided. Choir Practise In preparation for Easter choir practise will recommence at 2pm on Friday 5 February at

Holy Trinity. Please come along no matter how you sing and help make a joyous noise to God. Dates for your Diary Easter is very early this year. Shrove Tuesday is 16 February and Ash Wednesday 17. World Day of Prayer is to be held on 5 March at St Anne’s this year. Sentence of the Week Now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then we will see face to face. Now I know only in part; then I will know fully, even as I have been fully known.

1 Corinthians 13.14 Thought for the Week Wise men STILL seek Him. Events for This Week Monday, Wednesday and Friday – Morning Prayer at Holy Trinity 7.30am Wednesday 5.30pm Evening Meditation Friday 5 Feb 10am Morning Prayer at Holy Trinity Sunday 7 9am Eucharist at Holy Trinity

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MERRIWA SURGERY

Merriwa received a further health boost when Merriwa Surgery received the demonstrating the quality and safety of their practice. The practice received the top honour from Australia’s most respected award of accreditation body, Australian General practice Accreditation Limited (AGPAL). AGPAL’s Dr R Choong said “the accreditation award shows that the practice makes a significant investment in quality on a day to day basis from the top down” Achieving accreditation is a major achievement for any practice and it is a clear demonstration that Merriwa Surgery is seeking to improve their level of service to both patients and the community” he said. “Practices seek accreditation because they want to be the best and view this as another step toward excellence.” The AGPAL accreditation program was developed jointly by AGPAL and various doctors’ organisations including the AMA. It is a voluntary national program, which aims to provide a range of guarantees to patients by accrediting the practice environment. To achieve this endorsement, a practice team works for 12 months to implement the royal Australian college of General Practitioners (RACGP). This is the standard nationally for assessment for general practice. The standards train staff in

areas such as ensuring vaccines are within their use by date and are stored at the correct temperatures, that the practice equipment is clean and sterile and the practice has emergency are available.

Dr Choong said “accreditation is attainable only through cooperation and communication between staff members.” Everyone at the practice plays a valuable role in working to meet the standards. It gives staff a real sense of pride to work in an accredited practice” added D Choong.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank Kerry Hapgood and the Merriwa Progress Association and our local Councillors for their relentless support and assistance. We also appreciate the commitment of the Upper Hunter Shire Council for the upgrade and renovations at Merriwa Surgery, which was very needed. Also thanks for the assistance given by Council staff from Merriwa Shire Office.

Dr Salama and the staff at Merriwa Surgery would like to thank our local community for their support. We live in a lovely, caring community and we feel privileged to be part of it. Wishing you all a very healthy year.

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MERRIWA PHARMACY

Back to school to outwit the nits With Australia Day celebrations now just a memory, most Australian families – certainly those with school-age children – are looking forward to another school year; possibly with mixed feelings. Children will be meeting old friends and making some new friends too. Probably “sleep-overs” will again become part of the school-year landscape. But beware; you could be entertaining some uninvited guests as well. Statistics indicate that more than 20% of primary school students are likely to have head lice. However, the fact is anyone with a head can catch head lice – regardless of age, sex, background or how clean your hair is. Head lice spread anywhere that people work, play and live together. Most often children get them at school – often at the start of school. Indeed, it takes only one infested head to infest a whole classroom full of heads; then our children so unselfishly pass the infestation on to the rest of the family. The medical term of head lice is pediculus humanus capitis. But whichever way you describe them, these tiny wingless insects are extremely common. Head lice are endemic in Australia. They cannot jump or fly but they certainly get around; and they live their entire life (about a month or so) on the head of their host. Their favourite hiding places are behind the ears and at the back of the neck. Female lice lay their eggs (known as nits) close to the scalp, where they remain firmly stuck to the base of the hair shaft until they hatch in about a week’s time. Head lice feed exclusively on human blood; but unlike mosquitoes, another group of little blood suckers, it appears that head lice do not carry disease. They can, however, cause severe itching and this can lead to scratching and skin infections. Of course an itchy scalp may be due to many other causes – among them dandruff, psoriasis and so-called seborrhoea dermatitis. So, before you start shampooing with insecticide, it’s best to get an accurate diagnosis. The recently revised Pharmacy Self Care fact card titled Head Lice will help

confirm the problem and find the solution as well. The good news is that if you or your children have head lice, there are simple, safe and effective strategies to send them on their way. Various shampoos, lotions, cream rinses and conditioners are available. Many chemical treatments are based on the chrysanthemum-type pyrethrum insecticides; some contain malathion; and there are several remedies available based on essential oils such as anise, lavender, rosemary and the Australian favourite melaleuca (tea tree) oil. When used as indicated in some studies these natural treatments have been shown to be more effective even than the chemical treatments. If live lice are found in the combings after treatment, it’s possible that the head lice are resistant to the particular product, and the person should be retreated as soon as possible using a product from a different group. Nevertheless, most treatment failures are due to inadequate time in contact with hair and scalp, inappropriate application methods, or the use of ineffective products. Ask your pharmacist to recommend an evidence-based product – that is: one that is proven to be effective. Remember whatever head lice treatment you choose, a fine toothcomb is essential to get the nits out and a good hair conditioner will get rid of the knots. Despite symptoms of tickling, itching and scratching, head lice can sometimes be difficult to find. The answer is to indulge in a little “detection combing”. You apply to dry hair, enough hair conditioner to cover each hair from root to tip. Starting at the scalp and working carefully in sections, you comb the conditioner through the hair with a special lice comb. Head lice treatments can kill living lice and eggs, but they don’t protect people from getting head lice. Regular inspection, and detection, and persistence and perseverance with an effective product used appropriately are the keys to success. Of course, it helps if you can convince all the parents of your children’s classmates to put in place similar procedures. Head Lice fact cards are available at Merriwa Pharmacy.

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Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Enquiries—6548 2109

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Wed - Fri - 1.00pm—5.00pm Sat - 9.00am—11.00am Enquiries—6548 2207

Cassilis Branch Wed - 10.30am—1.00pm

Fri - 3.00pm—5.30pm Enquiries—6376 1295

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This position assists in the achievement of a high quality of life for the residents of the Merriwa district and Upper Hunter Shire, by ensuring the community has access to a range of services and resources which minimise existing and future social problems and maximise participation in decision making in the pursuit of a strong and caring community.

The position assists with the coordination of youth workers in Merriwa and provides support to the Gummun Place Hostel.

The position is for 35 hours per week. The salary will be in the range of $1011.60 to $1133.00 per week, in accordance with Council’s salary system. Other conditions are in accordance with the Local Government (State) Award 2007.

Applicants will need to declare that they are not a prohibited person under the Child Protection Act and the successful applicant will be subject to a Working with Children Check. They will also be required to undertake a Police Check as required by the Aged Care Act 1997.

For further information and a copy of the job description, potential applicants are encouraged to contact Donna Rea on 6540 1141 during business hours, or via the internet on www.upperhunter.nsw.gov.au/council/1023.html

Applications close at 4 pm on Friday 19 February 2010. Applications must be in writing and addressed to the General Manager and may be sent by mail to PO Box 208, Scone, NSW, 2337; fax to 02 6545 2671; or email to [email protected].

Upper Hunter Shire Council is a smoke free workplace and an EEO employer. Drug and alcohol testing is a condition of employment.

Daryl Dutton General Manager

Tuesday 2pm 9 February

Works and Technical Services Committee

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Development and Environmental Services Committee

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Community Services Committee (meeting available via video conference in Merriwa and Murrurundi)

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Finance Committee

Monday 5pm 22 February

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COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR FEBRUARY

All meetings are held at Council’s Scone office, unless otherwise stated.


2010 MERRIWA DISTRICT AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS

MERRIWA GATEWAY SIGN

Applications were sent out to businesses in January regarding advertising on new gateway signs. For your business to be included on these signs, to be located at Lion's Park & Rotary Park, applications and payment are to be submitted to Council by Friday, 5 February.

Contact: Tess Hynes

The Cornish family of Cassilis featured prominently at the Merriwa District Australia Day Awards ceremony held at Cassilis Bowling Club. The event included an address by Australia Day Ambassador and prominent businesswoman Olya Booyar before a free barbeque lunch. Brian and Fiona Cornish shared Merriwa District Citizen of the Year honours while daughter Tegan was named Young Citizen of the Year. Merriwa District Australia Day Committee chairman and event MC Arthur Williams said Brian and Fiona contributed a great deal to the local community of Cassilis and the wider community of Merriwa. They are actively involved with Cassilis Pony Club, Cassilis P & C, Merriwa Central School Fete, Cassilis Rodeo Committee, Merriwa Relay for Life, and Dunedoo Polocrosse team, whilst Fiona is often at the forefront of community catering efforts for school functions such as the Year 12 formal at Merriwa. The couple successfully mobilised the community of Cassilis for the Merriwa Relay For Life, giving generously of their time to achieve remarkable results. The Westpac Rescue Helicopter has also been a focus for the pair, and they have been the driving force behind raising funds to donate to this cause. The Merriwa District Achiever of the Year Award was presented to talented and dedicated young equestrian Anastasia Martin, who overcame injury last year to compete at the Eastern and Northern Branch Australian Stock Horse (ASH) Championships plus the ASH National Youth Show where she successfully won or placed in each event, and was awarded the highest point scorer for her age bracket. Anastasia was named in the sub junior NSW state polocrosse team squad to play at the National championships in 2010 and has also amassed achievements out of the saddle, in fields including swimming, athletics, cross country and public speaking. Merriwa pastoral heritage and the importance of agriculture to the district’s economy and culture are celebrated with two unique awards each year. The Merriwa District Sustainable Agriculture award was presented to Mark and Di Killen, who have

demonstrating inventive ways to complement conventional farming enterprises with new ideas to make rural communities more sustainable and provide local employment with their well-known Papanui Free Range Eggs business. Local farmer Ian Medd was named Merriwa District Environmental Excellence Award winner for his thoughtful and progressive approach to farming, with examples including his no-till cropping that retains moisture and his superior cattle breeding management skills.

Council would like to send a big thanks to the 10 members of the Australia Day Committee for organising such a great day for the entire community to enjoy. The committee members are: Bryan Baker, Edna Binks, Jan Cronin, Ross Craven, Shirley Hunt, Ella Mulholland, Cr Deirdre Peebles, Dale Wesley, Arthur Williams and Margaret Wright. Thank you to all for your hard work.

School Achievement Awards: The Upper Hunter Shire Council sponsors award scholarships for each high school within the Shire, the recipients are to use the $1000 for their tertiary education. This year the award was presented to Emily Wightman.

The Australia Day Committee would like to thank: Merriwa Tyre Service, Cassilis Pony Club, Merriwa Men’s Shed, Cassilis Bowling Club, Merriwa Swimming Club.

Congratulations to Max’s Country Cuts for defending their Inter Business Swimming Relay

title. 2009 & 2010 Australia Day Champions.


ST DAVID’S SUNDAY SCHOOL Sunday School has resumed for 2010; we hope everyone has had a wonderful holiday and are refreshed to embrace 2010 and all its challenges. Our Sunday School welcomes any child of school age. We meet at 9.30am at St, David’s Church each Sunday of school term. Our Pie Drive is booked for deliver on Wednesday 31 April - a good chance to fill the freezer for school holidays!! Order sheets will be out within the next week or so.

B J Campbell

ADRIAN JAMES LEGGETT

A memorial service will be held at Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Bow Street Merriwa on Saturday 27 February 2010 at 11 am.

Jill Inder

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PARENTS IN SCONE

Young drivers are three times more likely to be involved in casualty crashes. That’s why the RTA has introduced a new licensing scheme, with more supervised driving practise for learner drivers. To help parents in supervising learner drivers, the RTA has set up a FREE 2 hour workshop for parents that offers practical advice on how to help learner drivers become a safer driver. A FREE RTA parents workshop will be hosted by David Riches on Monday March 22 at Scone RSL from 6.00pm—8.00pm. Early bookings are essential, so phone on 0438 215 323 now to reserve you place, or email [email protected].

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The Merriwa Community News is available to charity groups or non-funded, not for profit organisations and anyone wishing to advise of a special event (birthday/anniversary/etc). If you would like to make use of this free service, please contact us prior to 12pm Mondays.

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP A Cancer Support Group is being organised locally. The first get together will be held at the Anglican Parish Hall on Thursday 18th February at 7.00pm till 8.30pm. Anyone who is affected in any way by this disease is most welcome. You may be a sufferer, carer, family member or a friend. Come along and have a chat and a cup of tea or coffee. Shayne Con-nell from the NSW Cancer Council will be there to guide us along and help us to achieve something positive for the Merriwa commu-nity. For any enquiries give me a call on 0458 482 899.

Ray McConnell

RED CROSS HAITI APPEAL Red Cross Merriwa would like to thank all those who contributed to the recent Haiti Appeal through our raffle and 100's Club. The winner of the raffle was Mr David Wightman. 100 Club 1st Libby Morgan 2nd Norma Redman 3rd Connor Constable

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CWA

The CWA was formed in 1922 some 88 years ago and continues to support all communities including metropolitan, regional, rural and remote areas. CWA is a diverse and powerful organisation which has given a voice to women, through networking friendship and service, while learning skills such as friendship, communication, research and debating issues affecting local and wider communities. By bringing country women together, it also serves as a social and cultural organisation’s opinion is sought in many areas and has a strong relationship with government in all states and territories showing a healthy respect for the ‘human face and grass roots perspective’.

The next meeting will be held at the CWA room Date: Monday 8 February Time: 10.30am New members are also welcome.

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MERRIWA RSL SUB BRANCH

The AGM for the Merriwa RSL Sub-Branch will be held on Sunday 14 February at 10.30am. All members are kindly invited to attend.

M O’Neill Hon secretary

AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT MOBILE SERVICING UNIT

The Australian government Mobile Servicing Unit (also known as the Drought Bus) will be visiting Merriwa providing information and assistance on a broad range of Australian government payments and services.

The Mobile Servicing Unit will be available on Vennacher Street Merriwa, 22 February 2010 between 11.00am and 4.30pm.

Renee Graham

MERRIWA HOSPITAL AUXILIARY Meeting The Merriwa Hospital Auxiliary will be holding a General Meeting on Friday 19 February, 2010 at 2pm in the Nurses Home meeting room. All members are asked to attend as wel l as anyone in teres ted f rom the community. We are always looking for new members to keep our auxiliary going ahead and furthering the MPS equipment. All proceeds from our fundraising goes into our MPS. On the agenda for the meeting will be discus-sion on planning our 2010 fundraising pro-gram. Street Stall We will be holding a street stall on Friday 12 March at 9am. We would appreciate any goods such as cakes, slices, preserves and any saleable items from the public and mem-bers. All help would be gratefully accepted.

Elaine Sparrow Secretary


DR BRONWYN STOKES Happy New Year, everyone, We have a new medical student, Mabel Leung, this week. She is part of the John Flynn programme and will be returning for two weeks every year for the next 3 years. This programme intends to allow medical students to be familiar with a particular rural practice with the hope that those students will be more likely to end up in a rural or regional area. It is important that she feels welcome.

This year we are going to begin our Gold sheet again. This will be produced once a month and will discuss different aspects of preventative health. It will be available at the surgery at the beginning of each month. As you know, I firmly believe that most preventative health is in your hands. A good lifestyle which will lead to good health outcomes is a choice you make. Everyone is capable of developing good health habits.

Remember, we still have our mental health nurse, Don Stewart available once a fortnight. There are limited appointments so make sure you book early and, of course keep the appointments you make.

Dr Bronwyn Stokes

MERRIWA NEWSAGENCY

Your Local Newspower store and Office Smart agent. Welcome everyone to 2010. We hope you had a relaxing and fun-filled Christmas and New Year break. Congratulations to the winner of the Merriwa Newsagency $100 open order Christmas Draw: Brenda Hebditch Spirit of St Joseph’s award: This award is given to a student each term that shows the spirit of the school through their actions within the community of Merriwa. This award is sponsored by Merriwa Newsagency. Congratulations to all of the winners of 2009:

Term 1- Liam Cronin Term 2- Elizabeth Hagley Term 3- Montana Kisi Term 4- Brydie Moore

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HIDDEN VALLEY HOMESTEAD Michael & Penelope wish you all a very happy, healthy & prosperous New Year Hasn’t it been great to see the rain we all had over the Christmas period? Even though we only have a small lot of ‘pet’ animals we were very overjoyed to see the crisp brown grass we had change, nearly over night, to lush soft and green. However the rain was a bit of a disappoint-ment for our holiday makers.......we’ve had a very busy period with local family birthday’s parties, work Xmas parties and then our visit-ing guests from as far afield as Korea and the UK plus local Sydney & the Central Coast! On top of this we had our own small family gath-erings with our youngest daughter and son in law moving from the UK back to Australia to stay! Very busy and very exciting times. Our animal family has grown also with the birth of Babee and Sissie, two orphaned goats who have now started to acclimatise them-selves into the flock of strange animal collec-tion we have here! We’ve managed to freshly paint the front of the homestead & motel rooms at last....also painting the fence white as many may have seen on their drive past! Perhaps you have visitors arriving and need some local accommodation? Or perhaps you just feel like getting away for a weekend and don’t want to drive for hours? Currently we are offering: Motel Style ensuite rooms: all with quality linen & towelling Room No 1: Double & single beds (sleeps 3) Room No 2: Queen Bed ( sleeps 2) Room No 3: 1 x double bunk bed, 1 x single bed, 1 x baby bed and or cot (sleeps up to 5) Room No 4: 1 x Queen bed ( sleeps 2 plus

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WOOLBROOK INDUSTRIES You may recall that towards the end of 2009 I suggested a rather grim likely future for agriculture, this forecast largely based on its less than impressive record over most of the last two hundred odd years. I often get comments on these articles, including from my son John who gets a copy each week. I value them all, including those from John who has had much experience in many fields. This includes agriculture, mainly in Australia, Asia and Africa, but also other more exotic areas, for instance one where the company which employed him as Managing Director had the task of supervising the construction of about 800 kilometres of roads in China, another for the construction, and later the operation, of a string of criminal forensic laboratories in Pakistan. He commented that it is obviously very difficult, and often impossible, to forecast the future and offered a number of scenarios in which the future of agriculture could be much better than I feared. Of course he was correct, however it is rather like a budget, you gather as much relevant information as you can, consider the past, do your best to predict the future, and are usually not too surprised when it turns out rather differently than expected. Anyway, I present a couple of anecdotes which might serve to illustrate my point, and probably do it better than I can. You may recall a fairly recent article in the Land Newspaper describing a meeting at Murrumbo, near Bylong, between the new owner (from Condobolin) and various Government officials. This meeting was apropos the proposed carbon tax as it might apply to agriculture in general and methane producing cattle (to put it politely) in particular. The man from Condobolin presented all his books, showing his costs, sales, margins etc. and stated that the proposed carbon tax on his cattle would cost him at least $80,000.00 a year, a figure which seemed to me likely to be conservative. Having studied all these figures, one Government representative, who must have come down briefly from his ivory tower, commented: “How on earth do you people make any money?”, a comment which seemed to me to say it all.

Now what I might perhaps term a minor parable: A few years ago a friend of Rob’s, a successful and astute man, was interested in a local property which was to be auctioned. Rob had agreed to go with him and the agent on an inspection, but at the last moment Rob could not go, so I went in his place. Without going into detail it was a nice basalt cattle property of about 1100 acres, about 60% arable, and improved very close to the ultimate. I said little except when asked to do so, but I observed the potential buyer’s questions and reactions with interest. Those reactions were not expressed in words, but I could almost see the wheels turning furiously in his head as he questioned the agent. When we got back to town I was not surprised when he asked me if I could spare him time to have a cup of coffee so he could discuss the morning with me. He led off by reminding me that, while he was interested in a rural property as a retreat from the city, it would have to be a business proposition and that he could afford whatever was necessary, within reason. Very briefly, the following conversation then took place. HE: “The agent said I would be likely to gross about $125,000 a year from that property. Would you agree?” I: “Yes, more or less over the years depending on seasons. I expect it is probably close enough for your purposes” HE: “The agent says it is likely to sell for about $1.25 million. Do you agree?” I: “Yes, that figure also is probably close enough for your purposes” (In fact, it went for more). HE: “Max, I value my money at around 6% or more. It seems that on the suggested figures, and after stocking it and providing a vehicle, machinery and so on, I would be up for at least a hundred thousand a year just to cover my money!! How could I also expect to cover wages, fuel, depreciation etc., and even make a profit? Do you agree with my calculations?” I: “Yes, roughly speaking I do”. HE: “Max, why on earth do you people do it!!??” I: “Well, sometimes I wonder myself. However, rather than ask me, why don’t you ask some of your city friends because there are quite a few who are buying in at those prices and helping keep land prices up. Here are two further comments. The first is that most of us like life in the bush and, speaking as someone who


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has had much experience of both, bush life leaves city life for dead. The second is that if ever land prices fall to their true economic value the banks’ security will be gutted, and we will have the mother of all crashes in both the city and the bush”. He thanked me and went away commenting soberly that he would put the money into a block of flats which would give him a reasonable return, and, as a bonus, he would not have to lie awake at nights worrying about droughts, floods, bushfires, disease and all the other problems which he had heard often plagued those in the bush.

Max Wurcker

POLYTHENE TANKS We sell more than one brand of polythene tank, so we can mostly get you the best possible deal. In some cases we have saved cus-tomers up to $200.00 or even $300.00 on a tank, and our deals are so good we have been selling tanks all over NSW and even inter-state. So if you want a poly tank, please give us a call, you will probably find it worth your while.

Russell’s Earthmoving

Celebrating

50Years 1960 - 2010


6 Gooch Street Merriwa 2329 Phone: 6548 2246 Fax: 6548 2629

John: 0408 496630 Andrew: 0417 506769

Plant: • Bulldozers

• Excavators & Rock Hammer

• Grader - Roller - Loader

• Water Trucks

• Tip Trucks

• Truck & Dogs

Sand & Gravel Suppliers

Pty Limited Owner Operators

Available for charter 5 star coach with seatbelts.

Modern air conditioned buses. Various sizes from 20 to 50 seats.

Competitive rates and discounts for repeat

bookings.

Ph: 6547 4416 Fax: 6547 4496

MERRIWA HARDWARE Welcome back for another school year. I hope you all had a fantastic and safe Christmas and New Year.

For a limited time we will be giving 10% off all Pascol Washables paints. The Pascol paints are a premium paint giving great results with a washable finish. I also have a Blade 500w line trimmer marked down from $54.99 to $45.00. Only two in stock. We have a massive 20% off a list of brands in store for one week only. If you find a product which is an "Icon" brand, take 20% off the marked price. The same applies to anything that is an "Accent" brand, also "Warrior", "Buy Rite", or "Basic" brands. That's right 20% off all of these brands for one week only or while stocks last. There are also plenty of specials available throughout the store such as Felco pruners $55.00, save $15.00. The Australian made Bug Eater, down to a ridiculous $160.00, save a massive $70.00. Don’t forget that the Thrifty Link gift cards are always available. You can get a gift card from $10.00 to $1000.00, the choice is yours. Well that's all for this first week back.

Ray


MERRIWA POST OFFICE

More than just a post office!

Welcome to 2010 and another decade! We hope it’s a happy one for the good people of Merriwa district.

Tom Tom GPS in stock You cannot buy a car GPS anywhere in town so we are now stocking the TOM TOM One V4. This brand regularly comes out on top in independent consumer tests. You get the latest software and spoken street names and more features for just $189. Come have a look.

Laser Printer Reduced A couple of years ago we got sick of regularly buying printer ink cartridges and having the ink dry out after periods of non-use so we bought a Brother laser printer for home use. It’s been no trouble and is still going strong. We can live without the colour printing. We have the latest version of this laser in stock. The Brother HL2140 is simple and reliable and has just been reduced to the bargain price of $129. Print quality is very good and new toner cartridges are around $100 – but they last for ages.

IPOD Shuffle We have the new model in stock – it’s tall, skinny and small. This new model Shuffle is still no-frills but now it talks to you! In stock in silver and 2GB (holds about 600 songs) for $79.

OPTUS Mobile Special Motorola V3 in black or pink. Flip phone with stainless keys. Two Camera’s, video, Bluetooth & more. Only $79. As always we have good stocks of prepaid mobiles at prices that are as good and

sometimes better than the big shops.

Overseas TravelSim Finally you can take your prepaid mobile overseas and get up to 75% off international roaming calls. Just insert the TravelSim into your own mobile and call home for as low as 45 cents a minute! Receive calls for free. Top up your credit overseas on the internet or with the actual phone. Payment by credit card or PayPal. The TravelSim is transferable between mobiles so you can give or sell it to your family or mates. This is new Smartcard technology and it should end the hassles of taking your mobile overseas – and paying a fortune for calls. We have the TravelSim in stock for $49.95. For more details checkout www.travelsim.net.au SD Cards & Reader We stock quality Sandisk expansion cards for both mobile phones and cameras. Mini SD cards 2GB for mobiles etc only $9.95. Standard SD card 1GB for most digital cameras $9.95. 4GB SDHC cards $22.95. Also, don’t forget the Sandisk MobileMate Micro Memory card Reader to wake up your phone! Easily transfer your photos music and videos between mobile phone and computer. Only $19.95

Toll Road Payments at Post Office You can now get a Roam visitors e-Pass or an e-Tag by filling in an application form and paying at Merriwa PO. You can also top up your e-tag account and pay for an e-pass if you have just been on any Sydney toll road. The Roam tags and passes now work on all Sydney’s tollways, including Harbour Bridge and tunnel, M7 etc. Don’t forget, if you have recently used these tollways and don’t have a tag then you have just 48 hours to get an e-Pass or risk a fine. See Mel at PO for any more details.

Postmasters thought for the week: There’s nothing so strange as folks. Ernest Broughton

Mel & Kerry Anne

Colleen & Keirra

Bed & BreakfastBed & BreakfastBed & BreakfastBed & Breakfast

Phone Jenny Johnson Ph: 6548 2509

Merriwa Pharmacy

OPENING HOURS: Monday 9am - 5.30pm Tuesday 9am - 5.30pm Wednesday 9am- 5.30pm Thursday 9am - 5.30pm

Friday 9am - 5.30pm Saturday 9am - 12 noon

Ph: 6548 2213


All general freight Cattle Sheep,

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Newcastle, Scone & surrounding

areas. Supplying fence posts and

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Pick up Sydney depot every Thursday

Ph/Fax 6548 2663 Mobile 0408 293448 Reliable, Friendly service

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OFF THE WALL VIDEOS

New Releases In-Store This Week – * Couple’s Retreat After being enticed on a cheap luxury holiday to a tropical island paradise, four couples suddenly find themselves thrust into intensive couples therapy as part of the package! Starring Vince Vaughan & Jason Bateman * Fame Fame follows a talented group of dancers, singers, actors and artists over 4 years at the prestigious New York City High School of Performing Arts. Aspiring for stardom and success, the students are given a chance to live out their dreams and achieve real fame - the kind that only comes from talent, dedication and hard work. In an incredibly competitive atmosphere, each students passion will be put to the test. * Imagine That What if your daughters imagination was the secret to your success? When a highly competitive money mogul (Eddie Murphy) finds his financial kingdom slipping, he turns to his 7-year-old daughter and her fantasy world of imaginary princesses for help. Embarking on a whirlwind journey of comic proportions, father and daughter are about to discover that sometimes all you need is a little imagination and a lot of love in this feel-good winner with something for everyone. * The Marine 2 While on temporary leave, Marine recon sniper Joe Linwood (WWE Raw Superstar Ted DiBiase), joins his wife Robin a public relations executive, at the grand opening of a luxurious

five-star resort on the South Seas. Unfortunately, their relaxing holiday soon comes to an end when a group of local rebels seize control of the property and take the billionaire owner (Robert Coleby), a group of guests and Robin hostage. With the victims in danger of being brutally murdered by a militant tyrant looking for a substantial ransom, Joe takes matters into his own hands in order to save his wife from certain death.

Did You Miss These Great Titles - * Charlie & Boots

* Damage * Push * The Taking Of Pelham 123 * Funny People * Beautiful Kate * Up * Orphan Coming Soon – 11/2 - Gamer 11/2 - Into the Blue 2 11/2 - My Life in Ruins 18/2 - Final Destination 4 18/2 - Whip It 26/2 - Saw 6 4/3 - Surrogates 4/3 - Michael Jackson: This Is It 4/3 - Mao’s Last Dancer 18/3 - The Time Traveller’s Wife

Amanda & Mark 6548 3188

Curls & Swirls Dianne - Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat . Open from 9.30am.

Waxing, lash & brow tinting. Hair care products for home

available.

Call in for free consultations.

129 Bettington Street Merriwa

6548 2499 or 6545 4151 a/h


The Cellar Door is open 7

days from 11am

Address: 1583 Cullingral Rd

Merriwa NSW 2329 Ph/Fax: 6548 2417

VINEYARD #1 Choice for quality wine

Eftpos now available

MERRIWA COMMUNITY

BANK If you have questions about the Bendigo

Bank Phone:

Kim Fenley: 0418 570 743 or Deanna Hollis:

6548 2539 Or email:

“Buy Local. Bank Local.

HUNTER CENTRAL RIVER CATCHMENT MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

Healthy soils for sustainable farms

Our soils are one of our most precious natural resources, and are essential for food production and biodiversity.

The Hunter-Central Rivers Catchment Management Authority (CMA) is currently offering landholders in Merriwa and surrounding areas the chance to improve their knowledge about the capacity of their soils and how to improve their soil health and profitability.

The Soil Health for Sustainable Farms course is presented by the NSW Department of Industry and Investment and is led by District Agronomists Neil Griffiths and Lester McCormick.

With access to the latest research and developments in soil physical, chemical and biological properties, as well as soil management techniques, Neil and Lester are well-placed to help landholders understand

and make the most of their soils, while also learning how to minimise impacts on their local catchments.

Both Neil and Lester have a broad knowledge across all aspects of soil science. Neil has a special interest in organic fertilisers and minimising nutrient run-off, while Lester has extensive knowledge of groundcover management and grazing, and biological health.

The usual cost of the course is $1000 per property but the CMA is subsidising the costs to allow landholders to attend the three-day course for just $100 per property.

There are places for just 15 properties (with two people from each property able to attend) and the courses will be run in the first quarter of 2010. Contact Steve Eccles at the CMA’s Muswellbrook office on 6542 4421 to register or find out more.

Hunter Central River Catchment Management Authority

Livestock—Merchandise—Real Estate—Wool—Insurance– Banking–Health Insurance—Rental Property

Servicing all your rural needs

P itt S on & K een eP itt S on & K een eP itt S on & K een eP itt S on & K een e

Phone 6548 2307 Fax 6548 2089

Branch Manager/Agronomist Iain Sommerlad 0428 482 329

Merchandise Sales Nathan Barry 0437 961 559

Merchandise Sales Kayla Mullen 6548 2307

Office Administration Kellie Walker 6548 2307

Real Estate Ross Beer 0427 452 572

District Banking Manager Wayne Philpott 6762 1331

Livestock Damien Crump 0429 485 009

Local Knowledge, Friendly Service


Morgan’s Maintenance HANDYMAN

Rural and domestic fencing Lawn and garden

maintenance (push and ride-on)

Wood heater and mantle installations. General home maintenance and upgrade

Hourly rates available

Contact: Roy Morgan 6548 2844

TRINITY MARKETS Hello to everyone from Trinity Markets, and a Happy New Year to you all. Perhaps 2010 will be a bit like our little shop - you never know what treasures you’ll find if you look carefully! Hope you caught our Australia Day window, it did raise some comment (mostly positive . .). Many thanks to those good people who lent their flags etc., we will have them back to you shortly. Congratulations to Phyllis Bevan, the winner of TM’s monthly meat raffle drawn on Friday January 29. Phyllis, please call in to Trinity Markets and collect your Max’s Country Cuts voucher. Enjoy! Many thanks to Max for his continued support. Have you seen Trinity Markets’ new book section? Volunteers have given lots of their time and energy bringing the book collection up to date, and displaying it so the type of book you’re looking for is easier to locate. Adult books are grouped in Romance/ Family, Adventure/ Thriller, Documentary and Spiritual; and in our new young person’s bookcase we have Read To Me for the littlies, and Junior/ Teen sections. Now, to make our book nook complete, we need a nice little pre-loved mat to go on the floor - any offers? Thank you so much to all the wonderful people who have donated their goods to Trinity Markets over the holidays. Our volunteers have been working hard sorting everything so the donations can benefit as many people as possible, as quickly as possible.

Everything from clothing to toys, sportsgoods, linen, books and nick-nacks has come in - but you have to be quick, goodies are often snapped up as soon as they hit the shelves! Don’t forget to check out our cassette, video and DVD display, for that hard-to-find collectable item. If there are things taking up room at your place, and you’ve given up expecting to use them, why not let Trinity Markets recycle them? You’re welcome to leave your donation in our special green wheelie bin, located at the back of the shop. Or, if you’re down town any morning from Tuesday to Saturday, pop in and our staff will be happy to accept your parcels. If you prefer to send your items away from Merriwa, the Samaritans bin is located in Bow Street in the grounds of Holy Trinity church, near the front fence. It all goes to a good cause. This week, Trinity Markets volunteers met on Tuesday to review our services and discuss some upgrades. Unfortunately this was after the Ringer deadline, so news from the meeting will be in next week’s Ringer. Don’t forget our motto, “Dress for Less”! See you soon - in summer Trinity Markets is open 9.00am to 12.30pm, Tuesday to Saturday.

Enid and Friends

121 Bettington Street Merriwa 6548 3188

Trading Hours Mon -2pm to 7pm Tue -Closed (excluding holidays) Wed - 2pm to 7pm Thu - 2pm to 7pm Fri - 2pm to 9pm Sat - 10am to 9pm

CONTRACT MUSTERING

CATTLE/SHEEP WORK

FARM MANAGEMENT

IN

OWNER'S

ABSENCE

FENCING

Ph: 6548 2389

McConnell’s

This ‘n’ That 6548 2889

Clothing Giftware for all occasions

Garden accessories

Authorised Thomas Cook Dealer

118 Bettington Street


MERRIWA TYRE AND SERVICE CENTRE

We are now dealers for BRP’s CAN-AM ATVS (Quads) Built Tough with Confidence. Can-Am Experience the Ultimate Ride With sheer grunt, reliability, safety and comfort, Outlander and Renegade ATV’s have been helping Aussie farmer’s battle droughts, flooding rains and plain old hard yakka. With industry leading levels of handling and strength the quads have won numerous awards from ATV of the year in the USA to three time winner of the punishing Dakar Rally. The Can-Am outlander quads feature quick Visco-Lok engagement, and inboard disc brakes and unique chassis design, to name just a few of the features that make CAM-AM the industry leader. Redesigned for quicker engagement, the Visco-Lok constantly monitors front wheel speed and, if it detects one wheel spinning faster than its mate, it progressively sends more power to the wheel with the better traction. And it does it all without the rider having to lift a finger. The continuous-construction steel surrounding spar technology frame provides more strength than the traditional tubular construction frames. This technology also provides a lower centre of gravity, ultimately leading to better handling. There are fewer welds, less material, and less weight. Outlander brakes are inboard to protect them from mud, rocks and other debris that can compromise braking The result? Crisper stopping ability. Better responsiveness. Now, BRP have announced the CAN-AM 3 year warranty program which signifies confidence in the CAN-AM brand and a commitment to the Australian

MERRIWA RUGBY LEAGUE FOOTBALL CLUB

Welcome back for the start of the 2010 footy season. Pre-season training has now started for the Group 21 Magpies reserve grade. Training is every Tuesday and Friday nights, 7pm at the sports oval. This Friday night is registration night, there will be a BBQ at the ground after training so if you are interested, have any questions or are eager to sign up please come and have a chat to the boys. If anyone is interested in sponsoring the Mag-pies for 2010 you can forward all sponsorship correspondence to - PO Box 157 MERRIWA NSW2329 or Email- [email protected] or contact the Magpies hotline on 0429 343 127. Good luck Magpies for 2010!

The Birds Nest

Merriwa Branch/ Merriwa District Council

President: Chris Kemp Ph: 6548 5150 Fax: 6548 5065

Secretary/Treasurer: Peter Campbell Ph: 6548 5126 Fax: 6548 5053

Anthea Wright Anthea Wright Anthea Wright Anthea Wright Veterinary Veterinary Veterinary Veterinary ServicesServicesServicesServices

Merriwa Vet ClinicMerriwa Vet ClinicMerriwa Vet ClinicMerriwa Vet Clinic 84 Bettington 84 Bettington 84 Bettington 84 Bettington Street MerriwaStreet MerriwaStreet MerriwaStreet Merriwa 6548 2452 6548 2452 6548 2452 6548 2452

Our Centre is open Monday - Friday

and caters for children aged 2-5

years

Providing Quality Early Childhood Education

ENQUIRIES WELCOME

Ph 6548 2083

Fax 6548 2925

Welding & Machining SpecialistsWelding & Machining SpecialistsWelding & Machining SpecialistsWelding & Machining Specialists • Welding • Machining • Plasma Cutting • Fabrication (Aluminium & Stainless Steel)

Equipped for all your rural onsite repairs

and maintenance

Paul Marchese 0427 476 085 Paul Marchese 0427 476 085 Paul Marchese 0427 476 085 Paul Marchese 0427 476 085 or 6547 6085or 6547 6085or 6547 6085or 6547 6085

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INFORMATIONINFORMATIONINFORMATIONINFORMATION

Upper Hunter Weeds Authority is responsible for noxious weed control in the Merriwa/Cassilis area.

Contact Details for the Authority are:-

Merriwa District Inspector Ph: 0429 683 494

7.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday

All correspondence is to be addressed to:

The General Manager Upper Hunter Weeds

Authority PO Box 122

MUSWELLBROOK NSW 2333


ATV industry. We have listed only a few of the features that are included in the Can-Am ATV’S. Explore. Climb. Race or work in any conditions, cam-am will deliver all the power and performance you expect and more. Come in and try one. You’ll experience the ultimate ride.

Merriwa Tyre Service


Phone Roger on

0427 153 446

MERRIWA SPORTS CLUB Saturday 30 January Saturday Members Draw 9532 not won next week $150. Winners Jackpot 45850 not won next week $300. Free Tickets Jeff Cronin Dinner Eva Towler Bowls Raffle Ray Shotter Monthly Prize Beatrice Voysey Sunday 31 January Sunday Members draw No 9206 won next week $250. $20 one off prizes No 9205 not won & No 9207 won. Transport Service is available Friday and Saturday Don’t take the risk and drive when for $2 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. Bingo Every Thursday night commences 7:00pm Win Sporties vouchers $5, $20, $50 + fruit, veg and meat trays. Saturday 13 February 8:30 pm “Small Baggage”. Free Show. 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.

For bookings and take away ring 6548 3228. Lady Bowlers News Welcome to the 2010 bowling year. I hope everyone had an enjoyable Christmas and New Year. Since the green came back in practise has started. To beat the heat we have been stating at 8:30 am. Pennants start next week and our combined Merriwa-Murrurundi team will play Scone number 2 at Scone on Tuesday. We have a bye on Thursday. Coming Up Monday 8th February Monthly meeting 2:30pm Tuesday 9th February Pennants at Scone

B & JR

R & M Moore Rural Support Services

• Your local comprehensive rural contracting service

All types of rural fencing

Contract slashing

Property maintenance & small building works

Mustering and all associated cattle work

Welding & fabrication

Bobcat & tipper hire

`Phone: 6548 2992 Fax: 6548 3292 Email: [email protected]

REMIREMI

NDENDE

Children and Baby wear Shoes and Joggers

Work Clothes, Boots & Hats

Fashion Jewellery & Accessories

Bed Linen, Quilts & Towels

Sewing, Embroidery, Beads & Patchwork supplies

Sporting Apparel Squash & Tennis Racquets

Merriwa Phone 6548 3023

Luggage, Handbags & Wallets

DI’S CLOTHING PATCHDI’S CLOTHING PATCH

Mens and Ladies Clothing

Dry Cleaning Service Available


MERRIWA RSL The Members Lucky Badge for $400 was not won on Friday at 8.30pm the number was 52, this week it jackpots to $450.00. The 7pm draw for $600.00 was not won the number was 572, this week it jackpots to $620.00. The 9pm lucky ticket draw for $380.00 was not won the number was 13667, this week it jack pots to $400.00. LTPS/09/06339 The Sunday Morning Badge Draw was not won last week the number was 771, this week it jackpots to $7500 and will be drawn between 11.30am and 1.30pm and you must be pre-sent to win the money. LTPS/09/06339 we have now doubled the Sunday morning raffle vouchers from 3 to 6. Christmas Raffle THE Christmas raffle, one prize only consisting of a Simpson 5.5kg Washing Machine and 4kg Dryer was won by Andrew Constable. Trivia Night On Saturday night 30/01/10 the club held an-other of our trivia nights with the proceeds to go to the Merriwa Hospital Activity Centre, whilst the numbers were well down on previ-ous nights those who did attend had a great night of fun and laughter and they managed to raise $212.00 a great effort.

The next trivia night is set down for Saturday 27th March 2010 in aid of the Merriwa Central School SRC and jersey purchases for the pri-mary and secondary footy sides so once again get your teams together, 6 to 8 people, $5 per person and come join in the fun. Coming Events Valentine’s Day Dinner – Sunday Evening 14 February $25 per person, including a complimentary bottle of wine per couple Menu – Rump Steak with Mushroom Sauce or Chicken Breast stuffed with Bacon and Cheese both served with Vegetables or Salad and Chips Dessert – Homemade Apple Pie or Lemon Me-ringue served with Fresh Cream and/or Ice Cream Members 10% discount does NOT apply. Bookings are essential by 2pm Thursday 11 February 2010. Please place your order when booking. Phone: 65 482 295 FREE Live music in the Games Room Friday 12 March 8.30pm – 12am ‘Tickle Me Chookskin’

M J Morgan

Secretary/Manager

Salon open: Tuesday - Friday from 9am—5.30pm

Saturday—late night Thursday by appointment only

Using & selling Keune & PPS products.

Catering for all your home care needs

For an appointment call:

Hayley, Brooke,

Brittany and Hollie on

6548 2666

12 units

3 int/conn, family rooms remote control A/C, Austar TV,

SBS, hairdryer, toaster, ironing in room, BBQ, cot/s, tea & coffee

facilities, WiFi zone wireless broadband available. Night bell

AE, JCB, MC, Visa, EFTPOS 50 Bettington Street Merriwa

Phone: 6548 2273 Fax: 6548 2208

Ph: 6548 2546 Fax 6548 2309 Mob 0427 482 546

Servicing the Merriwa

District

Government funded Taxi Transport Services include: # Non-Emergency Transport # TTSS # DVA # HOOTS - Scone Subsidised Local Service: # Merriwa Sports Club

B&K

Contact Barry Mobile: 0404 080 049

Ph/Fax: 6573 3773 Email: [email protected]

6 days per week service between Singleton and Merriwa, with links to

all other areas.

Good Looks Nail & Beauty

Manicures/Pedicures/Waxing/Tinting/

Acrylic Nails/Make-up/ Ear Piercing/Facials/ Ahava Facial & Body

Products

Call Hollie on 0408 175 028 Available at 27 Collins Street

and Hair Indeed.


MERRIWA AMATEUR SWIMMING CLUB

Merriwa Amateur Swimming Club awards pres-entation for the 2008-2009 year was held on Thursday 17 December in combination with our Christmas party. All children are compet-ing against themselves to improve their times. Congratulations to the following children for their efforts: Boys: Isaac Austin: 1st 50m Butterfly and 50m Breaststroke, 2nd 50m Backstroke Tyler Austin: 2nd 50m Freestyle, 3rd 50m But-terfly and 50m Backstroke Jay-me Taylor: 1st 50m Freestyle and 50m Backstroke, 3rd 50m Breaststroke, 2nd 50m Butterfly Jack McAlister: 3rd 50m Freestyle 50m Pointscore: 1st Isaac Austin, 2nd Jay-me Taylor, 3rd Tyler Austin 100m Pointscore: 1st Isaac Austin, 2nd Tho-mas McAlister, 3rd Jay-me Taylor 25m Pointscore: 1st Clancy Martin, 2nd Tommy Munroe Girls: Alex Alker: 1st 50m Backstroke, 2nd 50m Breaststroke, 3rd 50m Freestyle Anastasia Martin: 1st 50m Breaststroke, 2nd 50m Backstroke and 50m Freestyle Annabel Munro: 3rd 50m Backstroke and 50m Breaststroke Janaya Austin: 1st 50m Freestyle 50m Pointscore: 1st Alex Alker, 2nd Anastasia Martin, 3rd Janaya Austin 100m Pointscore: 1st Courtney Gibbons, 2nd Anastasia Martin, 3rd Millie Munroe 25m Pointscore: 1st Adelaide Alker, 2nd Nicole Martin Special Awards: Most Improved: Jack McAlister Encouragement Award: Jazzmine Orton and

Tieanna Taylor Consistency Award: Courtney Gibbons Coaches Award: Shai Blackadder and Mon-tana Kisi Congratulations everyone- children, parents, committee, instructors and coaches for a great 2008-2009 season. The 2009-2010 season continues this year. The first time trials for the New Year will be Thursday January 28th and that training will again be Monday and Tuesday afternoons from 4.30 - 5.30. Swimming lessons consist of 6 lessons held over 3 weeks on a Monday and Tuesday afternoon at a cost of $35. Please contact Kylie Austin if you are interested in enrolling in these lessons. New members are always welcome.

T Ninness

MORE THAN JUST A

POST OFFICE � One-stop shop for paying

(nearly) all your bills

� Business banking & personal banking

�Stationery & Greeting cards – inexpensive, full range

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� Mobile phones, starter kits & recharge vouchers

Continuing friendly service

Merriwa PO, 82 Bettington Street PH: 6548 2042

IGA Merriwa 104 Bettington St

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ABN 38 129 529 040 206 Kelly Street Scone NSW 2337

Phone:6545 3113 Fax: 6545 3855 Email: [email protected]

We provide transport and community care services to: People who are frail aged, have a disability and their carers. People who have limited or no access to transport. We provide services such as: Individual Car Transport to distant centres, Bus Transport, Social support and Social Outings, Local Transport. Telecare (Daily phone Calls) Domestic Assistance (Low level cleaning of your home) Delivery of Meals on Wheels weekly in the Scone area.

MERRIWA PETROLEUM

& AG SUPPLIES • Extensive range of rural

products

•Household goods

•Supplier of Caltex fuel and oils

•Steel

•Fertilizer

•Bulk fuel deliveries available

Phone: 6548 2071

Merriwa Petroleum & Ag Supplies are proud sponsors of the

Merriwa Ringer

For all your hardware needs

Paint Hardware Plumbing Garden Electrical

102 Bettington St

Merriwa 2329

Ph: 6548 2077

MERRIWA For information about

Natural Resource Management

issues ring Jon Thorne -

Community Support on 6542 4426 or

Fax: 6543 4164

Hunter-Central Rivers

CMA [email protected]

President: Paul Frampton 6548 5182 Vice Presidents: Tim Henderson 6548 2888 David Alker 6548 2095 Treasurer: Bryce Stokes 6548 3236

&

DISTRICT LITTLE ATHLETICS

All Welcome

President: Dianne Byfield Secretary: Trudie Byfield

6548 2094 [email protected]

Treasurer: Megan Moore


MERRIWA CRICKET CLUB

The last game before Christmas was played at home we played Denman 3. Nev took 3/15 off 5.3overs. Brad 1/8 off 5 overs. Zach 4/16 off 5 overs. Reg 0/28 off 5 overs, bowling Denman out for 70 runs. Brad and Rabbit opened the batting. Rabbit in a hurry hitting 4 sixes all over the ground with Brad getting runs when he could. Passing the score in just 6 overs with Rabbit not out for 62 runs and Brad 21 runs not out. Osmond's Pump and Water solution man of the match was Zach. First game after the new year we travelled to Muswellbrook to play Eaton’s Hotel at Olympic Park Bowling first Nev took 2/8 Brad 2/23 Reg 1/19 Seth 1/39 and Will 3/40. Catches went to Nev, Dave and Rabbit. We went into bat and were bowled out for 69 runs. Osmond’s Pump and Water solutions man of the match was Brad Strahan. The next week we travelled to Aberdeen to play Aberdeen 2 on Harrison oval. Brad Strahan 27 runs, Rabbit 29. We were bowled out for 106 runs in 37 overs. Nev finished with 1/14 off 8 overs. Brad 3/8 off 8 overs and Zach 6/5 off 5 overs. Catches were two to Murray, two to Brad. One to Seth one to Nev bowled them out for 33 runs in 21 overs. Man of the match was Zach Morgan and Brad Strahan. Our first home game for the new year we played the Worker’s Club from Muswellbrook. We fielded first starting well with Nev taking 2/38 and Brad 0/23 off their overs.

Reg bowled really well taking 7/25 off 6 overs. Will 0/28 off 3 overs Justin 0/3 off 1 over. Catches went to Dave and Rabbit and a run out by Will, bowling them out for 122 off 25 overs. Rabbit and Brad put on a 56 run partnership when Rabbit was out for 27 runs. Brad and Jon Osmond finished the game off both being not out with Brad 47 and Jon not out on 5. We scored 124 runs off 24 overs. Osmond’s Pump and Water solution man of the match Reg Brazier with his 7/25 and Brad Strachan with his 47 runs. Our Sponsors are: Merriwa Sports Club, Merriwa RSL Club, Osmonds Pump and Water Solution, elders, Di’s Clothing Patch, Max’s Country Cuts, Frampton Farms, CJ &JM Vero and Son’s, Merriwa Pharmacy, Sandy Hollow Tourist Hotel, Merriwa Petroleum & Ag Supplies.

Justin Parker

President: Neville Blackadder 0428 485 110 Secretary/Treasurer:

Cynthia Morgan 0418 862 560

Thank you to our sponsors

Merriwa Sports Club

MERRIWA SPORTS CLUB LTD

Club Opens Monday and Tuesday 3:00pm

Wednesday to Friday and Sunday 12:00pm Saturday 11:00am Thursday Night 7:00pm Bingo

Friday 5:00pm - 7:00pm Happy Two Hours and Free raffles Saturday - 8.00pm Monster raffles and members’ badge draw

Sunday: 5:00pm to 7:00pm meat voucher raffle and members’ badge draw.

The Sporties Chinese/Australian Restaurant 6548 3228

Dine in or Take Away. Banquets and Function catering available.

Lunch Specials

Lunch: Wednesday to Sunday. Dinner: Tuesday to Sunday

Club: 6548 2028

Golf, Bowls, Squash, Putt Putt, Darts and Pool ATM and Club Keno

Merriwa Springtime ShowMerriwa Springtime ShowMerriwa Springtime ShowMerriwa Springtime Show

Friday 17 & Saturday 18 Sept 2010

www.merriwashow.com.au President:Mr Hugh Kraefft - 6548 5155 - 0402 484 018

Secretary: Miss Emma Kelly 0428 127 604 [email protected]

Treasurer: Mr Brice Stokes

EVERYONE WELCOME TO EVERYONE WELCOME TO EVERYONE WELCOME TO EVERYONE WELCOME TO BECOME MEMBERSBECOME MEMBERSBECOME MEMBERSBECOME MEMBERS

PRESIDENT Loretta Cooper 6548 2679 SECRETARY Maree Sutton 6548 2199 TREASURER A Peebles - C Frampton

Day - Night Junior Competitions

Court Hire

Keys available from Merriwa Sports Club After 4pm Monday-

Friday Sat/Sun open mid mornings

Competition is played on Tuesday nights ALL WELCOME

Any age

President: Max McNaught

Mobile: 6548 2124

MERRIWA

SQUASH CLUB


Merriwa Merriwa Merriwa Merriwa

Rugby Union ClubRugby Union ClubRugby Union ClubRugby Union Club

The Bumble BeesThe Bumble BeesThe Bumble BeesThe Bumble Bees

President: Nigel Wagstaffe 0419 354 425 Secretary: Ricky Roberts Treasurer: Nigel Wagstaffe Vice President: Rob Whaley

Training Monday & Wednesday

6.30pm

MERRIWA MAGPIES RUGBY LEAGUE

FOOTBALL

President: Bruce Smith Vice President: Loretta Cooper Secretary: Anna Whaley Treasurer: Julie Smith Publicity Officer: Kym Daniel

Meeting Sundays 3.00pm Merriwa Sports Club Phone 0429 343 127

[email protected]

MERRIWA TENNIS CLUB

Hi everyone, another year, another competition. Expressions of interest for the Autumn night competition are now being taken.

Nominate as a team of 4 players (2men, 2 ladies) mixed pair (1 man, 1 lady) or as a single player and be put into a team. Players can nominate preferred night of play. Competition will be played on Monday Thursday nights. Children must be at High School to play in the competition. Nomination close on Friday February 19 2010 and can be left in the book at Merriwa Pharmacy. Competition will commence early March.

Tennis Coaching Term 1 Enrolments are now being taken for term 1 tennis coaching after school on Mondays coaching will commence on Monday 8 February 2010. Coach will be Mr Shannon Bluhm. Group lessons 3.30pm-4.00pm and 4.30pm—5.30pm. Adult lessons 1.00pm—2.30pm. Private lessons available.

Numbers are needed. Booking and enquiries to Loretta Cooper 6548 2679. Junior Tennis competition will commence end of March.

Loretta Cooper

LITTLE ATHLETICS

The holidays are over and a reminder that Little Athletics will recommence this Friday night the February 4 commencing at 6.00pm at No 2 Sports Oval. If your child would like to participate and has not yet registered you are still able to do so Registration is $40 per child all ages from tiny tots up. Hope to see you all on Friday night

Little Athletics Committee

MERRIWA SQUASH CLUB AGM

Attention all squash players, The AGM for the Merriwa Squash Club will be held Tuesday 9 February at 6:30pm at the Merriwa Sport Club. All players are encouraged to attend, if you want the Squash competition to continue in Merriwa.

Max McNaught

Ph: 6376 1002

The Merriwa

Surgery 6548 2305

Dr R Salama

Monday to Friday Saturday morning by arrangement

EMERGENCY & after hours 6548 2305

RALLY DAY 2ND SUNDAY OF EACH

MONTH

President:

Matthew Moore 6545 4171 Secretary:

Cassandra McLaren 6548 8561 Treasurer:

HORSE ‘N’ ROUND 20 Ogilvie St Denman

6547 2215

Good range of equine accessories, including bridles,

saddles, etc Summer rugs & combos now in stock. Compare our prices!

Closed

Mondays

CONTACTCONTACTCONTACTCONTACT

PRESIDENT: SECRETARY: Robert Telfer

6548 7226

Restaurant Snack Bar

Take Away

Lunch Specials Monday-Friday

Lunch & Dinner 7 days

Parties & Weddings a specialty

ATM, SKY CHANNEL CLUB TAB, CLUB KENO DARTS, SNOOKER, POOL

Friday - Raffles and 3 Members Badge Draws

Sunday - Raffle Members

Badge Draw between

11.30am & 1.30pm - Jackpots $50 per week.

Club: 6548 2157Club: 6548 2157

Restaurant: 6548 2295Restaurant: 6548 2295

For the information of members and their guests

PhonePhonePhonePhone

DAVID DAVID DAVID DAVID

HICKSHICKSHICKSHICKS 0428 899 7490428 899 7490428 899 7490428 899 749


Meets each Tuesday at the

Merriwa Sports Club 7.00pm for 7.30pm

4 x 4M Marquee for Hire

6548 2025

Voice, Interest & Education of Women Meet 4th Thursday

of each month

Visitors always welcome Enquiries to: Pres: Jenny Johnson 6548 2509 Sec: Elaine Sparrow 6548 8560 Supporting The Smith Family

A valued part of the Smith Family

“United We Stand”

“THE VOICE OF MERRIWA”

Meet every 4th Wednesday

More on 6548 2948 or 6376 1165

MERRIWA & DISTRICT HEALTH

ASSOCIATION INC.

NON-EMERGENCY MEDICAL

TRANSPORT SERVICE

We are here to help you to get to any health related

appointment. Medical, Dental, Optical, X-Ray

etc.

Please note changes to office hours We will now receive bookings between 9am & 5pm - Monday to Friday. If unattended please leave a message on the answering machine

giving your full name and phone number after the beep and we will return your call ASAP.

Pizzas, Burgers Coffee, Salad,

Sandwiches Eat-In or Takeaway

Mon, Tues, Wed: 11am til 7.30pm Thurs: 11am til 8pm

Fri Sat Sun: 11am til 8pm

6548 2088

Dress for Dress for Dress for Dress for Less !! Less !! Less !! Less !!

Trinity Trinity Trinity Trinity

MarketsMarketsMarketsMarkets Accessories, Books, Nick-Nacks

Clothing for all the family

DONATIONS WELCOME!

TuesTuesTuesTues––––Sat Sat Sat Sat 9.00am 9.00am 9.00am 9.00am –––– 12.30pm12.30pm12.30pm12.30pm

110 Bettington St. Merriwa 6548 2948

Available at: Merriwa Traders

Max’s Country Cuts Paddock to Pantry, Scone

Kerv, Scone The Larda, Scone and selected Sydney stores

Di and Mark Killen Cannock Pastoral Co.

Tel: 6548 2493 www.papanui.com.au

Swim Trials every Thursday Night Starting at 5pm

President: Clare Martin 6548 8510 Secretary: Treasurer: Coach: Kylie Austin 6548 2608

Dr Bronwyn Dr Bronwyn Dr Bronwyn Dr Bronwyn Dr Bronwyn Dr Bronwyn Dr Bronwyn Dr Bronwyn

StokesStokesStokesStokesStokesStokesStokesStokes

MBBS

C/- Merriwa Hospital

Office hours Monday - Friday

Antenatal & Immunisation Clinic every Thursday

Phone - 6532 5013 A.H. Phone - 6532 5000

Merriwa Tourist Welcoming Centre

The Hut. Arts, Crafts, gifts & much more!

Open every day 9.30am - 2.30pm A quote from our Visitors Book states: “If you can’t find what you are looking

for in here, then you haven’t been looking”.

C. W. Williams, Gunnedah President: J. Alker Secretary: E. Shipway

Tel: 6548 7201

*KITCHEN *WARDROBES *VANITY UNITS *WALLUNITS

Bench Tops from Timber, Laminated, S/steel, Caesar Stone or Granite. Doors from

Melamine, timber or Polyurethane

Computer 3-D Designs

(Lic No 26786)

NEIL HUNT 6548 2025 Mob. 0418 262 596 MERRIWAMob. 0418 262 596 MERRIWAMob. 0418 262 596 MERRIWAMob. 0418 262 596 MERRIWA

*Canvas & PVC Repairs *canvas Seat Covers *Canopy &

Tonneau covers *S/H Seats * Vehicle

PORTABLE TIMBER MILL

Timber cut on your property

from your timber 6m long Call Petar 6547 5129

or 0427 232 803

Car Restoration Paint & Panel

Rust work Upholstery

Going to Newcastle?

PANORAMA PANORAMA MOTOR INNMOTOR INN

256 Pacific Highway, Charlestown, 2290

Ph: 4943 3144 Fax: 4943 5240

www.panoramamotorinn.com.au

Clean comfortable and affordable accommodation Close to hospitals, shopping

and beaches Don & Judy Riley

Meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7.00pm in the Merriwa RSL Club

Merriwa Merriwa

Central Central

SchoolSchool

P & CP & C

AssociationAssociation

HANCKELHANCKELHANCKELHANCKEL

HAY SALESHAY SALESHAY SALESHAY SALES

All grades

Small square &

ROUND bales

WHITE & GREEN

CHAFF

HAY CONTRACTING

SMALL SQUARES &

ROUND BALES

Phone Darryl

6548 51686548 51686548 51686548 5168

COFFEE SNACKS MEALS DRINKS

Hosts : Wendy & Gary Smith

Phone: 6548 2255

MERRIWA CAKES &

PASTRIES Cakes, Award Winning

Breads,

Rolls & Fancy Breads Pies, Pasties, Sausage Rolls

All baked on the premises daily TRY OUR

♦ Gourmet sandwiches & rolls ♦ Wraps

♦ Salads - Greek or Caesar ♦ Grilled fingers, Croissants,

Foccacias All served with side salad & chips Relax in air conditioned comfort or in

our new courtyard with a cup of freshly ground coffee, a cup of fresh herbal tea

or try our special iced coffee. All celebration cakes, bread & rolls

made to order.

6548 2851

NEWSPOWER & OFFICESMART AGENT

Neville and Leanne Hook Phone/ fax: 65 482 031

E-mail: [email protected]

The place to shop for all your needs:

Magazines Stationa Cards & wrap Books Computer Office

Toys Phone credit

Documents

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