Saturday 20 October 2012 Scone Rugby Club, Aberdeen Street, Scone 1pm till late

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1 upper hunter October 20 to October 26, 2012 s going on! The only way to find out what Community Race Day Throws Spotlight on Mental Health YOUR FREE WEEK LY GU ID E Story by Katrina Partridge. Photo courtesy Muswellbrook Race Club Raising community awareness of mental illness will form a core component of the Telstra Carnival of Cup s Community Race Day at Muswellbrook Race Club on 5 November. cont page 2 Pre Christmas Sale all stock must go 3 days only everything on display is half price Wednesday october 17 friday october 19 Includes: Rings, earrings, necklaces, chains, watches, diamond jewellery, gold jewellery, stainless steel and sterling silver jewellery, Giftware, etc etc! Melanie s Matthews Family Jewellers 161 Kelly Street Scone EFTPOS, Mastercard, Visa, Cash ONLY no laybys, holds, insurance. not to be used in conjunction with any other offer Willow Tree Hotel ROSTER 19/10 Saturday 20 October 2012 Scone Rugby Club, Aberdeen Street, Scone 1pm till late Entry $10 donation Hurling Exhibition Semi Finals + Grand Final Matches featuring our local rugby stars + professional players from Melbourne + Sydney A special guest appearance by Sam Bailey, author of Head over Heels - a story of tragedy, triumph and romance in the Australian Bush Free children s fun + entertainment Live music + Irish Games Steak + Sausage BBQ sizzle + Bar facilities + Espresso Coffee available 26/10 26/10 2/11 9/11 11/11 16/11 23/11 30/11 Scone s Got Talent Cross Roads Karaoke. Heat 2 The Plastic Spurs IRISH NIGHT IS BACK!!! Scone s Got Talent Cross Roads Karaoke. Heat 3 Lance Birrell Entertainment Scone s Got Talent Cross Roads Karaoke. Heat 4 Entertainment Scone s Got Talent Cross Roads Karaoke. Heat 5 8pm start for all entertainment. Kelly Street, Scone For further details contact Jimmy Bowman or Michael Kennedy WIN a double pass to Majestic Cinemas. See page 2 for details 5 COUPLES 5 DAYS ONE NISSAN MICRA UP FOR GRABS! LIVE IN IT TO WIN IT THANKS TO

2 what s on from page 1 Act quickly to secure one of the few remaining tickets for the Mangoola Coal Marquee [air conditioned] which will host guest speaker Craig Hamilton and MC Murray Martin (Poet, Author, and Entertainer). A much-sought-after motivational speaker, Craig Hamilton is known to many people. He has for many years been a high profi le sports presenter on the ABC. With the many and varied interests and activities Craig pursues in his life, he is also one of the 800,000 Australians who each year suffers from the insidious illness - Depression. Australian rugby league player Paul Harragon says Craig Hamilton s story is one of pure courage and iron will to break through the bonds of darkness that mental illness can bring. In addition to the Marquee festivities the Muswellbrook Race Club will host a series of Pit Stops where specialists in mental health RSA & RCG Training RSA $135 SITHFAB009A RCG $135 SITHGAM006A 12th & 13th Nov 2012 Muswellbrook RSL Club Enrol in more than one course And receive a discount Call: all enquiries issues will be on hand to allow people with questions relating to family members, friends or themselves to drop by in an informal setting and source information or just have a chat. Race Club Secretary Helen Sinclair says that the mining-strong local community face a number of workplace challenges that include long hours on the job, time away from family, and split shifts. Racing provides a relaxed social environment and it is also neutral ground so people may have more time and be more receptive to accessing the information that the Pit Stops provide. Ms. Sinclair explains. ATAC Training To secure Marquee tickets or should you require additional information about the Community Race Day please contact the Muswellbrook Race Club on or admin@muswellbrookraceclub.com.au All proceeds raised on Community Race Day will be donated to mental health research and services in the local region. Australian Training & Consulting (ATAC) is an approved provider to NSW Department of Education & Communities. We are able to deliver a range of qualifi cations to existing employees and new entrant trainees in a range of industry areas, ATAC RTO compliance and trainer and assessor, Patrick Foley said. There are enormous benefi ts to employers of ensuring their employees are trained to national competency standards. Mr Foley said many have already reached these standards in most - or even all - of their job responsibilities, and through the use of federally-funded programmes ATAC can recognise their skills and issue them with national training qualifi cations. Where employees fail to meet national standards in the odd area of responsibility, training can be provided in many programs including RSA, RCG and WHS to ensure that they reach the standards needed for employment. To deliver training and assessment services in the Hunter, ATAC is supporting the region by having a trainer and assessor living in Maitland so that ATAC can deliver these services in a prompt and cost effective way. Overall, employers benefi t from ensuring staff are trained and have certifi cates in relationship to the work they perform, guaranteeing improvements in profi tability, marketability and more effi cient use of resources, Mr Foley said.. Call the professional staff at ATAC for information about some of the popular nationally-recognised qualifi cations. ATAC are also happy discuss the various funding options available. Program information Thurs 18th to Wed 24th October The Entertainer in conjunction with Majestic Cinemas are giving away two double passes each week to two lucky readers. Look for the word WINNER along with the editors signature on page 4, above HVP logo. Present the winning Entertainer to the Muswellbrook offi ce of Hunter Valley Printing, 6 Wilkins Street Muswellbrook and collect your passes. (must be claimed within one week of publication date) Any Events? Advertisements? Stories? If you would like to add your event, article or advertise in The Upper Hunter Entertainer, contact us at Hunter Valley Printing Phone Fax publications@huntervalleyprinting.com.au Cnr New England Hwy & Mount St The Upper Hunter Entertainer - October 20 to October 26, 2012

3 what s on Civic Movie Review: Any Questions for Ben Release Date: Genre: Comedy. Stars: Josh Lawson, Rachael Taylor, Felicity Ward, Daniel Henshall And Christian Clark. Running Time: 104 Minutes SUMMARY: Ben is 27, kind on the female eye so never without a date, his pay packet puts most top executive s to shame and his life is commitment free. So far so good. To be honest most people would sign on the dotted line at this point and ask no further questions. We all desire a similarly perfect life do we not? It is not until a careers night at his former school when Ben is forced to turn his attention to what constitutes his life and indeed the lives of those around him. This is a sassy Australian comedy with a crisp dialogue and a great soundtrack. Yes the rich young executive has to re-assess his life and come out a better person plot is not new but the Australian sense of humour has a wonderfully vibrant characteristic of not being afraid to turn the spotlight on itself and it is this ingredient which makes this movie so enjoyable. RATING 7/10 FRIDAY OCTOBER 19 5pm - 10pm, A Night Before Christmas market shopping night with fashion parade, shopping, music by Kyda Rock and a multi-draw raffle. This is a fundraising event for The Muswellbrook Preschool - $15 entry. Hot/cold refreshments and food available. Tickets at the door or at the Muswellbrook Preschool. RAILWAY HOTEL FRIDAY OCTOBER 19 Scone Films screening The Door, rated M, starring Helen Mirren. 7.30pm Senior Citizen s Centre, Oxford Road, Scone. Everyone is welcome. SATURDAY OCTOBER 20 The Luck Of The Irish: Gavin Owens Benefit Family Fun Day. Scone Rugby Club, 1pm till late. Entry $10 Donation. Looking for a fun night out or a relaxing day in? Whether it s for a game of bowls, superb meals, a drink with friends, host a private function or to check out the best entertainment in the area, Club Singleton is the only venue of choice for a good time! Phone: Club Hours: 10:00am-10:00pm Thur/Fri/Sat 10:00am-12:00pm 50 Pitt Street, SINGLETON (Entrance located on William Street) Live Entertainment Every Sunday from 4.30pm to 8.30pm Food from 5pm Full TAB and Keno Facilities OCTOBER NEW RELEASES 11/10 That s My Boy (MA15+) Comedy 17/10 Life Happens (MA15+) Drama 17/10 Prometheus (M) Sci-Fi 17/10 Rock Of Ages (M) Comedy 2/209 Kelly Street Scone Ph: MUSWELLBROOK Restaurant Mon - Fri 6pm pm October 21 - Matthew O Leary October 28 - Kyda November 4 - Brent Larkham Market Street Muswellbrook SCONE BOWLING CLUB Gundy Road Muswellbrook Luxury Accommodation Restaurant Open 7 Days Subject to bookings Catering for Special Functions Business & Gourmet Breakfasts Solar Pool & Spa 18 Hole Golf Course (Opposite) FRIDAY NIGHT RAFFLES MEAT TRAYS - 30 TRAYS FIRST DRAW 7.30PM FRIDAY MEMBERS DRAW $800 3 draws: 6pm, 7pm & 8pm FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR 5.30pm to 6.30pm $1 off all schooners & spirits WEDNESDAY NIGHT RAFFLES 15 draws to be won - First draw 7.30pm WEDNESDAY MEMBERS DRAW $1300 BINGO Tuesday 7pm TEXAS HOLDEM POKER Tuesday 7pm ALPHY Thursday 7pm CHASE RESTAURANT OPEN 7 DAYS Modern Australian and Asian Cuisine Lunch pm, Dinner pm Takeaways, Phone Bookings Preferred $8 Meal Deals every day, plus Wednesday nights MEMBERS HAPPY HOUR 7 DAYS A WEEK $1 off all schooners & spirits Courtesy Bus Available from 5.30pm til late Fridays, 6pm til late Wednesdays. Phone club for bookings Restaurant bookings October 20 to October 26, The Upper Hunter Entertainer - 3

4 creative Creative Arts arts Scone Civic Video Support Magic Garden Fundraiser Story and photo by Katrina Partridge Scone Civic Video has generously donated one of the lead prizes a 47 3D HD Blue Ray Television including Surround Sound with Panasonic 3D HD Blue Ray Player and a Blue Ray DVD Pack valued at $ in a spring raffl e to support the Scone Public School P & C Association Magic Garden Project. Civic Video proprietor Deb Rolfe said she was keen to assist the Scone Public School P&C Committee who are driving the fundraising initiative. The Magic Garden Project is focused on developing a custom-designed playground at Scone Public School for children with special needs. This area will be a safe and sensory diverse space that provides opportunities for children to learn, explore, and develop in. The play area will contain different forms of sensory equipment and will assist not only the children with special needs who currently attend Scone Public School but also future children with disabilities who wish to attend the school. The area will promote Baybrook Motor Inn & Apartments New England Highway, Muswellbrook 2 & 3 Bedroom Serviced Apartments Quality motel units/family units Austar, Pool, BBQ Wireless Broadband these children s independence and improve their lives. The Magic Garden project is about helping primary school kids with disabilities. Those children need an area outside the classroom where they can go and have some time out and play. said Deb. Scone Public have done so much for the families of Scone over the years and it is good to be able to give something back. Disabilities do not go away. In fact, more disabilities are becoming recognised and diagnosed. At the same time government funding keeps getting cut back so it is vital that the community step in to assist where they can. Other prizes in the spring raffl e include two THE WAYFARER MOTEL New England Highway, Muswellbrook Backing onto Golf Course Clean Comfortable Rooms Breakfast to Rooms 25 Air Conditioned Rooms Pool & BBQ WIFI AUSTAR reception@wayfarermotel.com.au The Grapevine Motel 1 Ogilvie Street, Denman PHONE grapevinemotel@bigpond.com 17 New Units with King Beds Free Continental Breakfast Air Conditioned Undercover Parking Inter-Connecting Rooms Disabled Unit Walk to Family Restaurant Off the Highway Internet Austar nights accommodation at Shoal Bay Resort and Spa including a full breakfast for two adults and two children plus a $100 resort dining voucher valued at $900 (donated by Shoal Bay Resort & Spa), 2 Taronga Zoo/ Western Plains Zoo admission for two adults and two children valued at $235 (donated by Taronga Zoo),four tickets to the Sydney Aquarium plus $75 spending money valued at $215 (donated by Merlin Entertainment). Tickets in the Magic Garden Raffl e are available until THIS THURSDAY 19 October and winners will be announced on Friday 9 November at Scone Public School so get in quickly to Civic Video to secure your chance in the draw. Tickets are $5 each. Image: Debbie Rolfe - proprietor DENMAN MOTOR INN 8 Crinoline Street, Denman Ph: Fax: denmanmotorinn@yahoo.com.au Good CLEAN Country Hospitality in the heart of the Upper Hunter Vineyards Fully cooked breakfast Evening meal to rooms FREE Internet Austar BBQ facilities Pool quality and reliability every time... Muswellbrook 6 Wilkins Street Ph: Fax: mbkadmin@huntervalleyprinting.com.au Scone 90 Kelly Street Ph: Fax: sconeadmin@huntervalleyprinting.com.au The Upper Hunter Entertainer - October 20 to October 26, 2012

5 creative arts Artwork Photography for Artists Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre and Arts Upper Hunter are joining forces to bring a series of workshops together for artists from the Upper Hunter. Greg Weight, a well-known and respected photographer, will be in the Upper Hunter for two days conducting free workshops for artists on how to photograph their works for electronic submission to web sites, competitions and self-published books. Greg has photographed artworks for many private and public institutions and artists for an extended period and he will be instructing artists on how to go about achieving an excellent result. The need for this workshop was amply demonstrated with the submission for the last two art prizes in Muswellbrook, where artists submissions were let down by poor quality images. This may or may not have had an impact on the outcome of their submission. With more and more art prizes now demanding electronic submission, more and more information being communicated electronically around the globe submission to websites and used for the purposes of turning those images to print the timing could not be more pertinent. Participation in these workshops will be strictly limited to ten per workshop, this is an absolute must. Bookings will be taken on a fi rst in best dressed basis. Participants will also need to be computer literate as Greg will be using Photoshop for part of the workshop and the participants will be using it as well. Dates & Bookings: Workshop 1: Saturday 27th October 11am -1pm. Community Technology Centre, 113 Mayne St Murrurundi NSW Workshop 2: Sunday 28th October 11am- 1pm. Upper Hunter Community Services QEII Square, Market St Muswellbrook Workshop 3: Sunday 28th October 3pm- 5pm. Community Technology Centre, Bourke St Arcade 126 John St Singleton To book a spot ring Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre or call the Arts Centre Education Offi cer Roger Skinner on Wine and Song Wine and Catherine Vale as part of Broke Fordwich Spirit of the Vine During the Broke Fordwich Spirit of the Vine event being held on the weekend of October 20th and 21st Catherine Vale Wines will present Wine and Song with a different format on each of the 2 days. The musical experience will be provided by Ben (Tenor) and Cheryl (Soprano) Oxley of Avanti. They each have over 20 years professional singing experience and have performed in Russia with the English National Opera company, sung with the Berlin Philharmonic, Toured to the Salzburg Easter Festival and to Tokyo to name a few Over the weekend they will present 2 entirely different programs. On the Saturday it will be a wine and song experience matching Catherine Vale Wines with song and food and on Sunday they will perform a selection of music from fi lms, lite opera, and music theatre. There is a minimal cost involved for each of these activities. Catherine Vale will feature a Weingarten and will provide an authentic German experience with German food from the Black Forest Smokehouse and Cheeses from HunterBelle cheese. Check with Catherine Vale for other activities by checking the Catherine Vale website: for more information. Jazz in the Vines Saturday 27 October 2012 Jazz in the Vines is unlike any other Jazz concert in Australia. It s more a picnic with good friends, fantastic food and great Hunter Valley wines all wrapped up in the beautiful surroundings of the Brokenback Mountains. Be entertained by some of the country s biggest names in Jazz at the famous Tyrrell s Vineyards on the last Saturday in October. For more information: Address: Tyrrell s Vineyard, Broke Road, Pokolbin, NSW 2320 muswellbrook regional arts centre 9 September - 21 October Muswellbrook Local Art Awards Celebrate our talented locals from the Muswellbrook, Singleton and Upper Hunter Shires in painting, works on paper, photography, 3D and youth sections. Image: Hope Hardy, The Grove, linocut Second Prize Work on Paper Corner of Bridge & William Streets, Muswellbrook NSW 2333 t e arts.centre@muswellbrook.nsw.gov.au w muswellbrookartscentre.com.au Tuesday to Friday 10am - 5pm Weekends 10am - 1pm Mondays by appointment only Closed public holidays October 20 to October 26, The Upper Hunter Entertainer - 5

6 leisure & lifestyle Opening the Gate to the Victoria Hotel s Riverbank It s been a while since locals rode their horses across the Hunter River and through the back gate of the iconic Victoria Hotel for a beer, and there were plenty of weeds to prove it. Until a few weeks ago, the once popular thoroughfare to the Moonan Flat drinking hole was overgrown with privet, balloon vine, willow trees and a mess of other exotic species. Using funding from the Hunter-Central Rivers Catchment Management Authority s (CMA) incentives program, the hotel s newest publicans Peter Barnett and Kathy Hannaford hired a team from Conservation Volunteer Australia (CVA) to rid the historical patch of these menacing plants and reopen access to the waterway for hotel visitors. We want to achieve a weed-free environment on our riverbank and incorporate the Hunter River into the Victoria Hotel business and residence explained Ms Hannaford. After replanting the area with native species we plan to place small signs along the site to inform our visitors of the wildlife that will be attracted to the vegetation. We also want patrons to understand the effect that littering has on the river s wildlife, which includes populations of platypus, turtles and trout. CMA Implementation Offi cer Nanette Lamrock explained There is potential to reestablish native riparian vegetation along the 150m stretch of river bank, which will improve wildlife habitat and water quality. Weed control and revegetation will occur in planned stages to prevent erosion and maintain a protective canopy over the site until native species are established. Follow up weed control will be integral to the project s success. This is only a small patch but the best way to manage it is to have the community engage in weed control on the entire river. I think Peter and Kathy are doing a wonderful thing by showcasing what can be achieved by managing weeds along waterways. They ve now got access to their part of the river and they plan to share it with the community. Across the region, landowners and volunteers are working with various organisations, such as Conservation Volunteers Australia (CVA), to regain access to riverbanks by removing thick exotic weeds and plant infestations. Upcoming Events Old Time and New Vogue Dances The next Monthly Dance will be held at Aberdeen Bowling Club on Saturday evening, 27th October at 7.30pm. The dance has been moved from the Muswellbrook Workers Club for this month. Don t forget, if you would like to learn Old Time and New Vogue Dancing, there are FREE dance lessons every Thursday evening (7.30pm) at Muswellbrook Workers Club. All welcome to a great night. Soil Carbon Workshop For Rural Landholders Bookings are essential for this workshop. Contact CMA on or Sue on am pm Wednesday 24th October. Workshop presented by Hunter-Central Rivers Catchment Management Authority. Learn how you can benefi t from the management of carbon on your property. Ladies Night Out: presented by the Global Care Multicultural Group Pamper yourself at the Ladies Night Out, 7pm at 8 Bell St (opposite the Golf Club). Cost $5.00 per person. Facials * Hand & Feet Massaging * Hair Styling * Makeup Demonstrations Phone Heather Boyton on Tall Stories, Long Stories, Short Stories - Some True and others True-ish Bush Poets evening at Muswellbrook Christian School, Hill Street Muswellbrook. 5pm Saturday 27th October. A great night out for the whole family, with yummy tucker available Free mine tour: Bengalla Community Open Day Saturday 27th October. First bus leaves Muswellbrook Showground at 10am, last bus at 2pm. Come along to Muswellbrook Showground to join the Tour and enjoy a host of entertainment. Welcome to Muswellbrook Shire 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: The Upper Hunter Entertainer - October 20 to October 26, Denman Visitor Information Centre 7 Ogilvie Street, Denman NSW 2328 Phone:

7 food & wine PUKARA ESTATE OLIVES Where: 1440 Denman Road, Muswellbrook 2333 When: Open seven days, 9.30am to 4.30pm Pukara Estate s extra virgin olive oils are amongst Australia s best, winning over 32 awards in shows nationally. Visitors to the Estate can taste the complete range of Premium and Flavoured oils, table olives and many gourmet products. All products can be purchased direct from the grove. Toby s Estate Coffee and home made slices also available. Open 7 days a week 9:30am 4:30pm. Phone At James Estate, we enjoy the simple life Smiles, laughs, friends and fresh air Wine is a bonus! We re at 951 Bylong Valley Way Baerami Cellar door open 7 days 10am to 4:30pm Ph: Follow us on Facebook HUNTER BELLE CHEESE FACTORY & CAFE Where: 75 New England Highway, Muswellbrook 2333 When: Open seven days, 9.00am to 3.00pm High quality gourmet cheeses handmade from the milk of Brown Swiss cows. Tastings 7 days ~ 9am-3pm Cafe ~ Coffee and cake, delicious lunches, giftwares and cheese platters. Phone kerv Espresso Bar Where: 108 Liverpool Street, Scone When: Open Mon-Fri 7.45am - 4pm Sat 8.30am - 2pm Open for breakfast, lunch & dinner by appointment Takeaway menu available Selection of inhouse pastries & sweets Prepared frozen meals Toby s Estate Coffee Phone The family pub, owned and operated by Phil and Kyua Ryan and their daughter Amelia. Phone Bridge Street, Muswellbrook Kerv Espresso Bar Black & White Pepper Paddock 2 Pantry Hotel Eatons Hunter Belle Cheese Pukara Estate Olives Two Rivers Vineyard James Estate Broke OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK - Always Fresh and Tasty Shop 12, Scone Village Shopping Centre, Scone Sunday-Wednesday: 8.00 am 8.00 pm Thursday -Saturday: 8.00 am 9.00 pm In-house dining & take away October 20 to October 26, The Upper Hunter Entertainer - 7

8 the equine trend & more Fastest Game on Grass Comes to Scone Promoted as the fastest game on grass, hurling combines the skills of baseball, hockey, and lacrosse in one high speed, high scoring, high octane sport. Come and witness the action this Saturday 20 October at the Scone Rugby Club, Aberdeen Street, Scone from 1pm til late. The hurling exhibition (semi fi nals & grand fi nal matches) will feature our local Scone rugby stars as well as professional players from Melbourne and Sydney. The hurling exhibition is part of the Luck of the Irish Benefi t for Scone resident Gavin Owens. The talented rugby player and valued employee of Primo Smallgoods suffered serious head and back injuries and had to have his left leg amputated after he was struck by an express train last month. Monies raised through the appeal will help Gavin with the costs of ongoing medical care, rehabilitation and prosthetics that will be necessary to assist his recovery. Any excess funds will be donated to the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service and the Intensive Care Unit of the John Hunter Hospital; emergency services that assisted in saving Gavin s life. Saturday s community benefi t will also see a special guest appearance by Sam Bailey, author of Head over Heels - a story of tragedy, triumph and romance in the Australian Bush. Don t miss the opportunity to hear Sam s inspirational story. There will be free children s fun and entertainment, live music, Irish games, a steak and sausage sizzle, bar facilities and espresso coffee. Entry is a $10 donation. For further information regarding this event or to make a donation to the Gavin Owens fundraising appeal please contact: Jimmy Bowman - T: or jbowman@primosmallgoods.com.au or Michael Kennedy- T: or kennedymichael85@gmail.com your local clubs Scone Jump Club Marcia /Jude sconejumpclub@hotmail.com Upper Hunter Team Penning uhtp@hotmail.com / Depression Support Group Public Meeting The Scone Neighbourhood Centre will be facilitating a public meeting at 6:00 pm on Monday, 12 November for people interested in establishing a support group for people with depression. Depression may make it diffi cult for people to function properly or make them reluctant to participate in the things they once enjoyed doing, said Mrs Lee Watts, manager of the Scone Neighbourhood Centre. We have been approached to assist in starting a support group and believe this is an important initiative which can offer support and something extra to those who experience depression. The meeting will be at the Neighbourhood Centre at 130 Liverpool St, Scone and anyone interested in coming along is invited to attend. The meeting will give you the chance to have your say about whether you would like to see a support group in Scone how and how and when it can be created. For additional information please phone Lee Watts Riding for Disabled Pres: Chris Hayes (02) Anne-Marie Williams amglwilliams@skymesh.com.au Riding & carriage driving: Tues and Thurs (2nd and 3rd school terms). Open to all children and adults with a disability. Experience. Sound advice. Positive outcomes. We think that just about covers it! MUSWELLBROOK Market House ~ 4 Market Street Muswellbrook NSW The Upper Hunter Entertainer - October 20 to October 26, 2012

9 the equine trend & more Ticks and Snakes Article by Dr April Brennan With the warmer weather in Australia comes a few unwanted visitors to our pets. Over spring and summer at Pet Medical Vets, some of the most common emergencies in dogs and cats we see involve snakes and paralysis ticks. Paralysis Ticks: are a particular type of tick not actually found in the townships of Scone and Muswellbrook yet.. however they are found around Rouchel and Barrington. The most common place our pets collect ticks however is when we take them away on holidays with us. Ticks like to live in warm climates in scrub and bushy areas and can be found all along the eastern coast of Australia as well as throughout northern NSW and Qld. Paralysis ticks attach to your pets skin and burrow deeply until well attached. Once attached they inject a neurotoxin that can be fatal to both dogs and cats. Some of the more common symptoms of paralysis tick envenomation include: Wobbliness and weakness of the back legs, progressing to partial or complete paralysis Regurgitation or vomiting Losing their voice/alterations in the sound of their bark or meow Laboured, shallow breathing The progressive paralytic nature of the toxin means that it can be fatal as the animal becomes unable to swallow or breathe on its own. Even after a tick has been removed from the skin, its toxin can still spread so it is vital to take any suspected tick animal straight to the vet. If you have removed the tick already you should take it with you for identifi cation. Your vet will check your pet and stage the degree of toxicity and probably recommend hospitalisation for treatment include tick antiserum. Prevention is always best - if you are in a tick area use a registered tick product such as Frontline, Advantix or Kiltix. However no pet medical SCONE MUSWELLBROOK DENMAN product is 100% effective so it is very important to fi nger search your pet all over their body every day for any ticks, especially around the head, neck, eyes and between toes. Snakes: The most common snakes seen in this area are the Brown and Black snake families- including Red Bellied Blacks, Tiger snakes and King Browns. As the weather warms up the snakes come out of hibernation and, with the natural hunting instincts of dogs and cats, it may not be long before the snakes cross paths with our pets. Many snakes will avoid humans and dogs if possible however if they feel threatened they will bite. If you fi nd your pet with a snake it is very important to remember your own safety and not try to catch the snake. The symptoms of a snakebite are very variable, however some of the most common signs include: Sudden weakness or collapse Shaking or tremors of the muscles, possibly paralysis Vomiting Dilated pupils Blood in urine or bleeding from the mouth. Treatment will depend on the symptoms your animal is showing and may include Owner with her dog. Scone Pet Parade 2012 IV fl uids, antivenom and oxygenation/ ventilation. Snakebites can be fatal between 20 minutes up to days after being bitten, and the earlier the treatment the better the chance of success. It is always much better to be cautious and have your pet checked as soon as possible, than to wait and see. It is common for animals that have been bitten to collapse and show symptoms of snakebite and then seem to recover and appear normal. This is usually followed by a second collapse which is usually fatal - so if you pet shows any symptoms at all they should be brought straight to the vet. Snakes are part of living in rural Australia so the best thing is to try and minimise the chances of your pet coming into contact with a snake- avoid long grass, supervise them near dams/creeks or water and don t let them roam unsupervised. Scone - Horse Capital of Australia The Quiet One Fully Licenced Bar & Restaurant Austar & Wifi Breakfast 7 Days from 7.30am Dinner Mon-Sat from 6.00pm A la Cárte & Family Friendly Menu Ph Guernsey St. Scone colonial_motorlodge@bigpond.com 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 October 20 to October 26, The Upper Hunter Entertainer - 9

10 leisure & lifestyle Aberdeen Nursery s Spring Garden Advice Spring fl owering peaches and plums can be pruned as soon as the last blossoms have fallen. Early peaches and plums should have the crop thinned while still immature; remove suffi cient to allow each remaining fruit plenty of room in which to develop. Passionfruit can be planted this month. Plant them in a sheltered position with a north-easterly aspect. Lavenders need frequent light clippings to keep them in good shape. The best way to do this is to continually pick the fl owers. Never cut back into hard, old wood as it won t re-shoot. Sprinkle some dolomite around the base of all lavender plant. They love it! Family History Fair Sunday 21 October 2012 The Maitland & District Genealogical Society will be hosting a family history fair at the Maitland City Bowls, Sports & Recreation Club, Arthur Street, Rutherford. Doors open to the public at 9am and close at 3pm. The fair will be of interest to anyone interested in their family history from beginners to more advanced researchers. Those interested in local or general history will also fi nd plenty to look at, buy or talk about among the stalls, displays and speakers in attendance on the day. There will be stalls from local groups as well as from as far away as Taree, Port Macquarie and several from Queensland. This year the fair will be sponsored by Findmypast Australia who will be in attendance on the day with demos, giveaways etc. If you are interested in having a stall or need further information please contact us at mdgs012tpg.com.au or Wednesdays and Saturdays 9.30am 3pm. Happy gardening! ABERDEEN NURSERY Open 7 Days 9am-5pm Phone: Fax: isismotel@yahoo.com.au 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 New England Hway ABERDEEN NSW 2336 Phone/fax For all Your Garden Needs Skip Bin Service Available Come and stay for a night or stay for a week! Real Estate Pty Ltd 109 KELLY STREET, SCONE NSW 2337 TELEPHONE: (02) FAX: (02) pgre@hunterlink.net.au The Upper Hunter Entertainer - October 20 to October 26, 2012

11 leisure & lifestyle Partnership Helps Children Learn to Live Sustainably Muswellbrook children have been learning how to grow vegetables and make scarecrows recently as part of Muswellbrook Shire Council s Sustainability Street programme, supported by the Coal & Allied Community Development Fund. The three year partnership involves community members in a street, neighbourhood or group working together as villages to plan how their households can reduce their use of energy and water, increase recycling, decrease waste and have a positive impact on native biodiversity. These activities are promoted through projects, open community days, workshops and school and holiday activities such as planting community gardens. Muswellbrook Shire Council Environmental Project Offi cer Kylie Watkins said: This initiative allows community members to make a real difference to the sustainability of our community. The aim of the Sustainability Street programme is to increase awareness about how easy it is to live sustainably and encourage long term environmental behavioural changes in the community. We also hope that this programme will enable the creation of a sustainable community engagement programme to continue to educate people about living in a more sustainable way. The programme includes community open days, workshops, holiday activity programmes and the WotoDo programme involving educational theatre group Vox Bandicoot performing at local schools and helping one school each year develop their own play about sustainability. Ms Watkins said: Through the Coal & Allied Community Development Fund s support of the Sustainability Street programme, we are able to offer activities and workshops free of cost. Our most recent activity was Going Potty at the Muswellbrook Library where we had over 100 people attend and get their green thumbs out to learn about planting vegetables at home. It is important for the community to have the opportunity to participate in Sustainability Street as the programme helps to build on the sense of community in Muswellbrook and allows people to meet, share and build upon ideas of living more sustainably. Simple steps such as recycling properly, swapping light bulbs and switching off appliances at the wall make a big and positive difference to the sustainability of our community. Coal & Allied principal community investment Stephen Sneddon said: The Coal & Allied Community Development Fund is proud to partner with Muswellbrook Shire Council to support the Sustainability Street initiative. Sustainability Street is an important programme for the community to work together towards a sustainable future. We encourage local community members to get involved in the programme and start implementing sustainable practices into their everyday lives. Coal & Allied is committed to supporting projects that deliver long term sustainability to its local communities. The Coal & Allied Community Development Fund has invested more than $11M in the Hunter Valley since its inception in A further $4.5M is available over the next three years. For more information about how you can get involved in the Sustainability Street programme, contact Muswellbrook Shire Council s Kylie Watkins on or kylie.watkins@muswellbrook.nsw.gov. au. Pictured: (l-r) Muswellbrook children Lily Kenah, Eden Kenah, Toby Large and Darcy Large took part in Sustainability Street by making scarecrows for a community garden. October 20 to October 26, The Upper Hunter Entertainer - 11

12 ABN local gig guide Scone Civic Video Support Magic Garden Fundraiser (See page 4 for story) LIVE ACTION!!! Muswellbrook Charity Rodeo & Campdraft Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st October 2012 MUSWELLBROOK SHOWGROUND Full Rodeo Program from 1pm Saturday 20th September. Main Performance 6pm Great family day out full of live sporting action from the nation s top competitors Food & Bar Facilities Available Family Tickets $25 ~ Adult Tickets $12 Children & Pensioner Tickets $7 Campdraft competition from 7am Saturday & Sunday Rodeo Enquires: Brad Singleton Campdraft Enquires: Colin Parkinson Nigel s Quality Meats Shop 16, Campbells Corner, Muswellbrook 2333 Phone/Fax Furniture, Giftware, Soft Furnishings, Jewellery, Accessories, Clothing, Stockists for L Occitane products & Glasshouse Candles. SPECIAL EVENTS FOR MOTORING ENTHUSIASTS Presented by SHANNONS INSURANCE share the passion Sunday 11th November 2012: GLOBAL VILLAGE MOTORFEST & FAIR Muswellbrook Showground. Hosted by Upper Hunter Motoring Association Inc. Contact Geoff Budden If you have a interest in special cars or bikes the following clubs are always look for new members; Singleton Classic Car Club: Club meetings 7.30 pm 2nd Monday of the month at Singleton Senior Citizen Club Bathurst St Singleton. contact Russell Andrews Singleton Classic Motor Cycle Club: (motor cycles 30 years plus). Club meetings 7.30 pm 1st Thursday of the month Singleton Diggers, York Street Singleton. Contact Scott Agnew Require more detail on these events or need an insurance quote for your special bike or car including laid up for vehicles under restoration - call Colin McLean on NO ONE KNOWS YOUR PASSION LIKE SHANNONS End of Month Thursday 25 October raffle tickets on sale from 6pm draw 7pm - $2000 worth of prizes to be won including meat trays J&N Sound(DJ) Friday 26 October from 8.30pm FREE Muswellbrook District Workers Club Sydney St, Muswellbrook Muswellbrook Race Club s Carnival of Cups 2012 Great racing, fashion & excitement! A celebration of spring events in the Upper Hunter Monday 1 October: Coolmore Sky Racing Gold Denman Cup Tuesday 16 October: Telstra Business Centre Carnival of Cups Monday 5 November: Community Race Day Tuesday 6 November: Mt Arthur Coal Muswellbrook Gold Cup *Booking forms available from the website Silks Restaurant & Function Centre Weddings, birthday celebrations and corporate seminars. All enquiries Find us on pubs & clubs Belmore Hotel, Scone Blake Saban Thursday 18 October 6.30pm Thoroughbred Hotel, Scone Ladies Night with the Shay Burgers Friday 19 October 7.00pm Belmore Hotel, Scone The Wize Guys Friday 19 October 8.30pm Belmore Hotel, Scone Brenton Williams Saturday 20 October 8.30pm Thoroughbred Hotel, Scone Katrina Burgoyne Saturday 20 October 8.00pm Railway Hotel, Muswellbrook Matthew O Leary Sunday 21 October 4.30pm Muswellbrook District Workers Club J & N Sound (DJ) Friday 26 October 8.30pm Railway Hotel, Muswellbrook Kyda Sunday 28 October 4.30pm Railway Hotel, Muswellbrook Brent Larkham Sunday 4 November 4.30pm 12 - The Upper Hunter Entertainer - October 20 to October 26, 2012