Are you the next Upper Hunter Showgirl?

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1 Serving the Hunter for over 20 years with a readership of over 4,000 weekly! Thursday 19th February, 2015 s going on! The only way to find out what YOUR WEEK LY GU ID E Missed an issue? See inside ADDING TO YEARS TV Guide Are you the next Upper Hunter Showgirl? Elegant young ladies: 2014 showgirls and teen showgirls from left to right are - Sarah Kemp, Hannah Hunt, Lauren Parkinson, Monique Estrada and Taylor Farrell. Next Race Day Monday 23 February 2015 AHA RACE DAY 8 TAB races Free gate entry - open 11.30am 434 Bunnan Road Scone NSW Tel: events@sconeraceclub.com.au sconeraceclub.com.au SRC10104A By Zack Phillips Attention all Upper Hunter women aged between 18 and 24 years of age. The search for the 2015 Upper Hunter Showgirl has begun. If you are looking for a role based on confidence, personality and knowledge, this is definitely an opportunity for you. Continued page 2 Too good to miss! Monday Morning Movie +WV\IK\ \PM ->-6< [\WZMZWWU NWZ ITT aw]z M^MV\ XIZ\a PQZM VMML[ >QM_ W]Z M`\MV[Q^M PQZM ZIVOM WVTQVM Ja ^Q[Q\QVO \PMM^MV\[\WZMZWWU KWU I] Amelia Wilkinson / info@theeventstoreroom.com.au / theeventstoreroom.com.au facebook.com/theeventstoreroom Join Kerry for his unique take on the world of sport and those jokes that never end! Saturday afternoons from 12pm until 4pm the man they call Skull, Kerry O Keefe broadcasts across the Upper Hunter on 2NM. outing to the new Muswellbrook Cinema with TransCare Bus and movie ticket only $25 (from Scone & Aberdeen) Phone for bookings/details

2 what s on FLICKERFEST 2015 in Newcastle Flickerfest in conjunction with the Screen Hunter are proud to announce the return of their International Short Film Festival on Saturday 21st February at the Tower Cinemas in Newcastle. Audiences will experience the best of short films from Australia and around the World. Celebrating 24 years of short film excellence Flickerfest remains Australia s leading Academy Accredited and BAFTA recognised short film festival, ensuring that we continue to present A-list short film programmes recognised amongst the best in the world. Over 2,400 entries were received for Flickerfest 2015, and only the top 110 shorts are selected in official competition, all handpicked to represent the most innovative, creative and cutting edge short films being produced in the world today. The calibre of this year s program is undeniable with several films screening at some of the worlds most prominent and revered film festivals including Sundance and Cannes. At Flickerfest in Newcastle we will be screening an entertaining, inspiring and award winning Best Of Australian Shorts programme, many of which are World or Australian premieres, giving local Flickerfest audiences the first look at the hottest short films in the world today. Flickerfest is Australia s largest touring film festival, visiting 50 locations around the country. Over 2,400 entries were received for Flickerfest 2015, and only the top 110 shorts are selected. Are you the next Upper Hunter Showgirl? Continued from front page The competition is dedicated to finding a young woman who is up to the challenge of becoming an ambassador for the Upper Hunter and rural New South Wales. The winner of the competition will be involved in many duties all around New South Wales as well as overseas. Competing against a number of other contestants, the successful entrants will be judged on confidence, general knowledge, determination, life goals, knowledge on NSW and the Upper Hunter plus speech and presentation. And if the 2015 title-holder is successful at zone level, she will be granted the opportunity to compete with other showgirls from all over Australia at the upcoming Sydney Royal Easter Show. For teenagers (13 17 years of age) who too would like to compete, they will have the opportunity to participate in the Miss Showgirl competition at the show. Through friendly competition this enables young ladies to forge friendships, build their professional networks and enjoy the experience of a lifetime with the opportunity to win amazing prizes along the way. says co-ordinator, Sue Stafford. For all enquiries contact the co-ordinator Sue Stafford on Program information Thursday 19th to Wednesday 25th February Now available for hire Phone Guernsey Street Scone The Entertainer in conjunction with Majestic Cinemas are giving away two double passes each week to two lucky readers. Look for the handwritten word WINNER along with the editor s signature on this page above HVP logo. Present the winning Entertainer edition to the Muswellbrook office of Hunter Valley Printing, 6 Wilkins Street Muswellbrook and collect your passes. (must be claimed within one week of publication date) Professional, friendly service - The quiet one g b b r r b Valley 2 Vineyards Trike Tours available - book now! The Entertainer - Thursday 19th February,

3 creative arts Young readers encouraged by Summer Reading Club More than 50 children took part in the Summer Reading Clubs hosted by Upper Hunter Shire Libraries over the summer holidays. Young library members were encouraged to read as many books with an adventure theme, as they could during the holidays. At Aberdeen, Merriwa, Murrurundi and Scone libraries a total of 250 books were read over the holidays. All of the young participants were presented with certificates and a gift bag at special presentations at each of the libraries. The children who had read the most books in each centre received an extra prize. In Scone the winner was Grace Pratley having read an impressive 31 books, Murrurundi s Stephanie Ford read 25 books to earn first prize, the Aberdeen winner was Bella-Rose Partridge who read 11 books, and Merriwa winner was Jemma Grady having read 8 books. Every week there are regular activities at the Scone, Murrurundi and Merriwa libraries for pre-school age children and their carers. Scone Library: Toddler Time (Age 15mths 3 years) - Tuesdays 10.30am until 10.50am; Baby Talk (Age 0 15mths) - Wednesdays 10.30am until 10.50am; Story Time (Age 3 5yr olds) - Fridays 10.30am until 11.30am. For further information contact Scone Library on Murrurundi Library: Storytime and craft for 2-5 year olds on Wednesdays at 11.00am and Fridays at 12 noon. For more information contact Murrurundi Library on Merriwa Library: Storytime for 3-5 year olds on Tuesdays at 10.30am. For more information contact Merriwa Library on For information about activities at Aberdeen Library contact For information about Cassilis Library which is open Wednesdays 10.30am to 1.00pm and Fridays 3.00pm to 5.30pm contact Images: [Top left] Brendon Scholz took part in Murrurundi s Summer Reading Club.[Top right]some of the children who took part in the Summer Reading Club with the Adventure Board where they kept tally of books they read. Back: Brayden Gibson, Library Officer Sharyn Bancroft, Tegan Gibson, Danika Peters, Georgina Pratley, Grace Pratley, and Upper Hunter Library Coordinator Elizabeth Walter. Front: Taylor Gibson, Tristan Gee, Zoran Gee, Athena Gee, Ronan Peters and Racquelle Peters. [Bottom right]at a recent Storytime at Scone Library Sarah Hockley holding Henry the rabbit who was a hit with Larisha Kireeban, Matilda Hockley, Milla Willson and Issi Bassingthwaite. Scone Motor Inn Conference Centre Accommodation; Corporate Rates Cnr New England Hwy & Mount St Now also at Dubbo Manera Heights Apartments Executive and One-Bedroom Apartments Family Units and Three- Bedroom House Thursday 19th February, The Entertainer - 3

4 food & wine Green committee for growing garden By Rebecca Jenkins There is nothing quite so important today than conservation of our environment and natural resources. Deep in the heart of Muswellbrook, there s a project already underway that s dedicated to advertising the importance of sustainability and healthy, green living. What s more, the project is designed to bring people within the Muswellbrook community together. The Muswellbrook Community Gardens is a budding concept, which instigator Kirsten McKimmie has high hopes of building on. In order to do this however, Kirsten will need a little bit of help. Kirsten is a passionate community member who is super-excited about growing food, sustainability and self-sufficiancy. She s already quite proud as to the gardens and it s progress. So far the garden has nine raised-garden beds filled to the brim with the likes of eggplant, squash, spinach, chilli, tomatoes and many other vegetables. Also, there are citrus trees, hose facilities and a compost bay churning out fresh fertiliser on a regular basis. The beauty of the gardens is the community factor - all involved pitch in. Volunteers water the gardens and help tend to the plants. Kirsten would, however, love to see the garden grow by involving members of the community from all walks of life. I d love to see people from the international community growing food from their home countries, or an Indigenous bush tucker garden. That sort of thing. says Kirsten. Then we could have a harvest lunch once a month and everyone can share all the different foods we grow and we can learn about food from different cultures. Kirsten would also love to see different community businesses commandeer their own beds within the garden. Kirsten also envisions more play equipment, a barbecue, a picnic area, chooks, a market stall and more beds so that more produce can be made to sell and to give to the Red Door Community Kitchen. The only way any of this will be possible, is by forming a committee. Kirsten is looking for individuals from all walks with an interest in green sustainability. A broad range is needed from those with horticultural knowledge to those who can help man a market stall and they can input as much or as little time as they please. It s a community garden, and it should be run by people from the community. Having many people on the committee will bring different ideas and support. says Kirsten. If you feel you d be ideal, please contact Kirsten on or visit the garden s Facebook Page and send a direct message. The Facebook site also provides information on upcoming events to be held at the gardens such as a a working bee and painting workshop coming up on Saturday 21st February commencing at 10am. Bring the whole family along and enjoy a harvest lunch on completion. The Muswellbrook Community Gardens is a fantastic and worthwhile concept designed to not only bring the community together, but to help our much-loved environment. Image: Calling all keen gardeners - L-R Corey Schubert and Kirsten McKimmie. CELLAR DOOR Open 7 days 10am - 4pm A taste of the Upper Hunter Valley just 10km west of Jerrys Plains RESTAURANT Breakfast: Saturday & Sunday Lunch: Daily Dinner: Friday & Saturday. Bookings essential Phone info@vinesathollydene.com 4 - The Entertainer - Thursday 19th February,

5 food & wine Whether it s a leisurely brunch, coffee on the run or a relaxed lunch with friends, our Courtyard Cafe will satisfy your every wish and mood. Check the menu on our website ART GALLERY GALLERY SHOP COURTYARD CAFE 66 Mayne Street Murrurundi NSW 2338 Phone: Open Thursday to Sunday 11.00am pm OPEN FOR LUNCH & DINNER 7 DAYS BREAKFAST SUNDAYS FROM 8AM For bookings please call Ogilvie Street Denman denmanhotel.com.au ACCOMMODATION Haydon Hall Paddock to Pantry Royal Hotel - Motel, Scone Hunter Belle Cheese Two Rivers Vineyard Hollydene Estate Wines The Denman Muswellbrook - Denman - Sandy Hollow A great place to experience a host of fabulous events, festivities and the culture of the Upper Hunter Let us help you make the most of your visit to our beautiful shire Muswellbrook Visitor Information Centre 87 Hill Street, Muswellbrook NSW 2333 Phone: Denman Visitor Information Centre 7 Ogilvie Street, Denman NSW 2328 Phone: Thursday 19th February, The Entertainer - 5

6 equine trend & more Jim Gibson s death thins the ranks of Hunter icons By Brian Russell The death of Jim Gibson last Thursday 12 February 2015 at Murrurundi at the age of 84 further thins the ranks of the icon Hunter Valley horsemen who played major roles in the breeding industry in the third quarter of last century. For much of that era, Jim was a workhorse for entrepreneurial George Ryder, the head of what then challenged as Australia s leading studs, Woodlands, Hunter Valley. A former lower Hunter Valley bus business proprietor and a very good golfer and tennis player, George was a foundation director of the Sydney Turf Club and is credited with being the father of the Golden Slipper. He also founded Australian Racing and Breeding Stables (ARABS), the world s first stock-exchange-listed thoroughbred company. Three of Ryder s best sires stood in care with the skill and expertise of Jim Gibson at Woodlands which were the importations Port Vista (sent out by Stanley Wootton), Pipe of Peace and Sostenuto. In 1970 Woodlands was sold to a partnership of Lord Derby (England) and King Ranch (America) and Ryder purchased the historic Kia-Ora Stud, Segenhoe Valley, Scone and installed Jim Gibson as manager. Among the stallions they stood were iconic local champions Baguette (died at 17) and Gunsynd (died at 16). Jim continued on at Kia-Ora when it was secured by Gunsynd s owner John Clift and later when it was in the ownership of construction engineer Hans Ohff. The last sire in Jim s care was the imported American Youthful Legs. A recipient of an award from the Hunter Valley Breeders Association for services to the industry, Jim Gibson in recent years has been assisting Scott Irwin at Rothwell Park, a leading agistment farm at Murrururundi. Jim is survived by his wife Shirley and their children, Stephen, Greg and Vicki and their families. Image: Pictured (from L- R ) renowned horseman and Hunter Valley Breeders Association recipient Jim Gibson with John Holloway (writer for the Sydney Morning Herald), Don Storey (owner and breeder ) and Scott Irwin (proprietor of Rothwell Park). Image courtesy of Rothwell Park. Bringing more than 25 years of experience of high-quality work in both digital and offset printing 90 kelly street scone wilkins street muswellbrook MacCallum Inglis the Upper Hunters Leading Stock & Station Agency providing you with a wealth of local experience combined with the strength of Australia s foremost Bloodstock Auctioneers William Inglis. Specialising in the following areas: 198 Kelly Street Scone Tel Fax The Entertainer - Thursday 19th February,

7 lesiure & lifestyle The truth behind historic photos Delve into the fascinating stories behind some of Australia s most iconic photographs in Behind the Truth, a new travelling display now open at Singleton Library. The exhibition features 10 iconic images from the State Library s unrivalled collections that question the role of truth in photography. The exhibition illustrates the duplicity behind some very famous imagery, such as Edward Searle s heroic image Southern Sun in Sydney, Southern Sun in Sydney celebrates the arrival in Sydney of pioneer aviatrix Amy Johnson, the first woman to fly solo from England to Australia. However, her plane The Jason, which features in the background of the image, crashed in Brisbane and she arrived in the Southern Sun with Charles Ulm and the photograph is actually a montage of three images. Even renowned Australian photographer Max Dupain cannot escape the scrutiny, with the truth behind one of his most famous images, The Sunbaker, revealed in this exhibition. The Sunbaker has come to epitomise the quintessential Aussie male, but the model (Hal Salvage) was actually a British architectural engineer with a pronounced English accent. The exhibition highlights that photographs cannot always be as truthful as other historical resources. The photographs will be on display at Singleton Library until 26 February For more information visit Images: [Above left] Max Dupain, Sunbaker, Gelatin bromide photograph,1937. [Right] Edward Searle, Southern sun in Sydney, Photomontage, 1930 THE WAYFARER MOTEL New England Highway, Muswellbrook Muswellbrook s only 24-hour check-in motel Room service available for breakfasts, home cooked dinners and packed lunches Backing onto golf course Clean, comfortable and affordable 25 air-conditioned rooms Pool and barbecue facility WIFI reception@wayfarermotel.com.au DENMAN MOTOR INN 8 Crinoline Street, Denman Ph: Fax: reception@denmanmotorinn.com.au Fully cooked breakfast Peaceful and central location FREE Internet Austar BBQ facilities Pool Bringing more than 25 years of experience of high quality work in both digital and offset printing 90 kelly street scone wilkins street muswellbrook Thursday 19th February, The Entertainer - 7

8 entertainment scene Simply too stuffed to jump Furniture, Giftware, Soft Furnishings, Jewellery, Accessories, Clothing, There are very few acts that can keep an audience enthralled for the entirety of its set. 2 STUFD 2 JUMP is defi nitely one of those that will keep its audience up, dancing and swinging! Formed and fronted by Nick Mandas, the band has a wide selection of songs that suits a large selection of punters of all ages and personalities. While the members are all semi-retired from the music industry, the pull was just simply too strong, says Nick, and so he formed the band (whose name comically refl ects their careers. Once happy to leap from PA stacks during a performance, now simply 2 STUFD 2 JUMP). The band started about 3 years ago, we were all semi-retired musos teaching kids on our respective instruments and just happened to be getting bored and a bit restless so we decided it s time to get back on stage again and have some fun. recalls Nick. Initially we thought if we do one gig a month that would satisfy the urge, but we came up with a pretty good product so the one-a-month kind of snowballed as we have never yet played a venue that has not asked us back again. Playing regular gigs throughout the Hunter, the boys are now set to headline in Muswellbrook at the Muswellbrook District Workers Club next Friday, 27th February at 8:30pm, with the added bonus of free admission in the main lounge. While you re there, why not check out the scrumptious dining and other facilities on hand? It ll prove to be the ideal night out. There are plenty of other gigs coming up featuring 2 STUFD TO JUMP. Check out our vision on Youtube and our facebook page by googling Nick Mandas or 2 stufd 2 jump. For a guaranteed fantastic night fi lled with lively music, don t miss 2 STUFD TO JUMP. Image: Members of 2 STUFD TO JUMP. FLICKERFEST 2015 in Newcastle Flickerfest is Australia s largest touring fi lm festival, visiting 50 locations around the country. Don t miss out on this wonderful festival, head to eventcinemas.com.au/cinema/newcastle to book your tickets or call Screen Hunter on for more booking information. For interviews contact Festival Director, Bronwyn Kidd on director@ fl ickerfest.com.au See page 2 for story Friday 27th February From 8.30pm Free show in the main lounge Isis Motel is the best value place to stay in Scone and offers ideal accommodation for travellers, families and workers. The Isis Motel is conveniently located on the New England Highway at the southern entrance to Scone. Come and stay for a night or stay for a week! Phone: Fax: isismotel@yahoo.com.au The Entertainer - Thursday 19th February,