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1 upper hunter April 6 to April 12, 2013 The Beards, who will be performing at the upcoming Gumball Music Festival at Belford on the April, have a passion for the dying art form of facial hair and are on a self-professed crusade to make the world a The only way to find out what s going on! The Beards Taking on the Hunter By Laura Sykes Leave your beard trimmers at home, folks! It isn t often you come across a folk rock band that sings exclusively about one thing especially when that one thing is beards! more beard-friendly place. They have gained cult-like status in Australia after a relentless schedule of touring all over the country in the last few years. With three previous albums and several hits YOUR WEEKLY GUIDE FREE SCONE CUP CARNIVAL City Class Racing - Country Style... Photography by Tanya D Herville Photography everyday specials MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN $3.50 VB SCHOONERS $10 PASTA $3.50 XXXX SCHOONERS $12 SCHNITZEL DART COMP $3.50 C/DRY SCHOONERS $15 M/GRILL POOL COMP $3.50 NEW SCHOONERS $15 S/FILLET DART COMP Offering an exclusive range of contemporary event furniture, decorative decor + party hire suitable for weddings, corporate functions, dinner parties, birthday celebrations + children's parties. $7.00 RTD S* * See our board Emirates Park Scone Cup Race Day Friday, 17 May 2013 Inglis Guineas/Darley Dark Jewel Race Day Saturday, 18 May Bunnan Road Scone NSW Tel: events@sconeraceclub.com.au thoroughbred hotel $7.00 RTD S* * See our board $3.50* STUBBIES * See our board Amelia Wilkinson / / info@theeventstoreroom.com.au / SRC10024 between them, you might have heard some of their songs like If Your Dad Doesn t Have a Beard,You ve Got Two Mums, Having a Beard is the New Not Having a Beard or No Beard, No Good. Already crowd favourites within Australia, the band is preparing to hit the world stage in a big way. They have already travelled to Alaska, where they performed at the World Beard and Moustache Championship s opening ceremony, and are now readying themselves to take on North America and Europe during If you haven t heard their music and love a good laugh, The Beards YouTube channel has already had over two million views and continues to grow. For more information on The Beards upcoming performance at the Gumball Festival, check out the website at www. thegumball.com.au. Image: The Beards WIN tickets to the GumBall see page 2 for details WIN a double pass to Majestic Cinemas. See page 2 for details 2NM has all your footy action in 2013 with the Continuous Call team covering NRL Friday night, Saturday and Sunday afternoons The Heart of the Hunter for over 60 years

2 feature event Enjoy all the Fun & Gusto at the Hunter Valley s Italian Festival! On April 13 and 14, 2013, rejoice in all that is A Little Bit of Italy in Broke. Indulge in the bella (beautiful) Broke Fordwich Wine Region for fun and gusto at this two day event that gives visitors to the little known and tranquil destination the opportunity to enjoy a great Italian fi esta and experience mouth watering gourmet delights, which have long been the world s envy! It s Italy without the airfare! Now in its seventh year, the festival that started out as a private dinner catered by an Italian chef has grown into a celebration of all that is wine, food, music, family and community, coloured by the enthusiasm associated with the Italians enjoyment of these things. Starting at the Passport Offi ce in the main street of the village of Broke, visitors receive their passport and begin their journey. The price of entry is the $5 purchase of a souvenir tasting glass, which is used at each venue for a free sample of the local wines. The passport lists the twelve participating venues and the food and entertainment to be found there. As the visitor travels from venue to venue they can get their passport stamped, allowing them to go into the draw for over $2,000 worth of local premium wines, gourmet produce and accommodation. Over 3,000 people each year enjoy this event, many returning over and over again. Situated in the broad valley of the Broke Fordwich Wine Region, the area is a registered sub-region of the Hunter Valley, with its producers committed to the veracity and integrity of their quality wines. Here is an opportunity to discover The Tranquil Side of the Hunter for yourself, and form a relationship with the friendly owners of some of the Hunter s best cellar doors, in one of the most picturesque regions in Australia. BAR BOTTLESHOP BISTRO Restaurant Open 7 Days 98 Kelly St. Scone (02) Program information Thurs 4th to Wed 10th April 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 this page, 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 2 - The Upper Hunter Entertainer - April 6 to April 12, 2013

3 what s on The Tentmakers of Old Cairo Mrs Jennifer Bowker BA (Visual) A N U. presents The Tentmakers of Old Cairo Textiles in the Cairo Bazaar. Married to a diplomat in the Department of Foreign Affairs, Jenny lived in Cairo for four years and worked closely with the Egyptian Tentmakers men who do superb fi ne appliqué panels which were originally used for lining tents. The art is dying and the Tentmaker s Street which had two hundred and forty seven skilled masters in 1979 is now down to forty fi ve. Collections are not held anywhere in Egypt yet the work is stunning and beautiful. Jenny has taken exhibitions to Australia, France and Spain and will talk about the history and development of the Tentmakers appliqué. When: Tuesday 9 April 2013, Where: Scone Arts & Craft Hall, Kingdon Street, Scone. Time: 6pm arrival for 6.30pm lecture start. Cost: visitors - $25, students - $15. Join us afterwards for a delicious supper catered for by The Cooking Tree. Further enquiries: ADFAS Scone Inc. - Bill Howey Secretary , David Reid Membership Secretary APRIL NEW RELEASES 10/4 Babymakers (MA15+) Comedy 10/4 Fun Size (PG) Comedy 10/4 Perks Of Being A Wallflower (M) Drama 10/4 Rise of the Guardians (PG) Family 10/4 So Undercover (M) Comedy 2/209 Kelly Street Scone Ph: RAILWAY HOTEL MUSWELLBROOK Live Entertainment Every Sunday from 4.30pm to 8.30pm Food from 5pm Full TAB and Keno Facilities Restaurant Mon - Fri 6pm pm April 7 - Ryan Sampson April 14 - Kyda Rock April 21 - Chris White April 2pm - The Gumball Recovery Party featuring The Eastern (NZ) & The Dennis Boys Market Street Muswellbrook 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) SCONE BOWLING CLUB Gundy Road FRIDAY NIGHT RAFFLES 25 MEAT TRAYS FIRST DRAW 7.30PM FRIDAY MEMBERS DRAW $800 Draws at 6pm, 7pm and 8pm if not won WEDNESDAY NIGHT RAFFLES 15 draws to be won - First draw 7.30pm WEDNESDAY MEMBERS DRAW $3800 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 Wednesday & Friday 5pm to 7pm Thursday & Saturday 5pm to 6pm $2.50 schooners & $1.00 off all house spirits Courtesy Bus Available from 5.30pm til late Fridays, 6pm til late Wednesdays. Phone club for bookings Restaurant bookings SCONE S ONLY 4 STAR MOTEL Cnr New England Hwy & Mount St April 6 to April 12, The Upper Hunter Entertainer - 3

4 creative Creative Arts arts Exciting times for the Muswellbrook Arts Centre Baybrook Motor Inn & Apartments New England Highway, Muswellbrook 2 & 3 Bedroom Serviced Apartments Quality motel units/family units Austar, Pool, BBQ Wireless Broadband THE WAYFARER MOTEL New England Highway, Muswellbrook B g G f C 25 A C P & BBQ WIFI AUSTAR reception@wayfarermotel.com.au By Laura Sykes Autumn is a busy time of year for the Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre, with a full schedule of exciting exhibitions and competitions lined up for the following months. Brad Franks, manager of the Arts Centre, is hoping this will encourage more people not to rest on their laurels get creative by visiting the Arts Centre and grabbing yourself some inspiration is the year of the 42nd Muswellbrook Art Prize, a prestigious award that sees entries ranging from paintings to works on paper and ceramics. With judging already underway, the competition will feature a wide range of works from well-known and established artists across the country. Opening night was held on 23 March and the exhibition will remain open from 24 March to 12 May. Two highlights of the year will be the exhibitions on the CPC Documentary Photography Award, on display for the duration of the Art Prize, and the 2012 Parliament of NSW Aboriginal Art Prize, held 18 May 14 July. These two prestigious prizes are not to be missed for the art enthusiast. For more information on upcoming prizes and exhibitions check out the website, at au Images: [Top] Nicole Foreshew: Belong to all yet to no one , digital output print. COFA Professional Development Award, 2012 Paraliment of NSW Aboriginal Art Prize. [Bottom] Muswellbrook Regional Arts Centre Manager, Brad Franks (Right) with Matt Dickson (left) collector and curator of Strong Women, Strong Painting, Strong Culture, exhibition that was recently held at the gallery. 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 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 - April 6 to April 12, 2013

5 creative arts Blue Heeler Film Festival By Sophie Fitzgerald During the April School Holidays, Muswellbrook s debut festival will be held over four days as movie-makers of all ages compete for a place at the fi nal. The event was originally brought to the table as a part-solution to the demands of a cinema in town. The festival, not only screens the competition entries, but a number of classic movies as well. The initiative gets those of all ages involved and is a great activity for the community to attend or get involved in. Highbrook Park will stage the junior short fi lms as well as Disney Pixar movie, Brave on Sunday 14 April. Wednesday, 17 April will see the Senior Films at the Regional Arts Centre, along with Moonrise Kingdom. Rock of Ages and Priscilla will be the supporting acts of the Open Short Film section of the festival at the Muswellbrook Race Club on the 19 April. The anticipated fi nals will occur at Two Rivers Wines in Denman, as four fi nalists will screen their fi lms in battle for the Bluey or fi rst Place. Finals will be held on the 21 April, accompanied by classic movie, The Castle. Entry deadlines were just over a week ago, the entries said to be quite impressive, some controversial but all raising the stakes of competition. It is hoped that the debut will set a high bar for the following years. Muswellbrook s councillor Malcolm Ogg said, I think it s a fantastic idea, particularly being over the school holidays, the fact that we are holding it at a range of locations - as long as the weather is kind to us, it should be a very enjoyable time. For more general information, dates and locations, be sure to head to index.php/bhff-home Links are also at 42nd muswellbrook art prize CCP Documentary Photography Award - Opening 6pm Saturday 23rd March 2013 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 April 6 to April 12, The Upper Hunter Entertainer - 5

6 what s on Russian Journey at The Putty The Sydney Balalaika Orchestra will once again crowd onto the Putty Hall stage to perform on Saturday 13 April. Local Putty resident Martha Babineau, playing the domra, is one of twenty eight performers in the orchestra. Sydney Balalaika Orchestra with its traditional folk instruments and costumes takes audiences on an unforgettable journey to the heart and soul of Russia. Musical Director Victor Serghie s and cimbalom player Lucy Voronov s arrangements of classic Russian folk songs and orchestral pieces are simply breathtaking in their beauty, power and expression. Inspired by Serghie s free and easy banter which builds a bridge of friendship between the performers and the audience, the twenty plus orchestra and singers are an eclectic mixture of many cultures (Armenian, Australian, Belorussian, Chinese, Croatian, Dutch, Irish, Russian, Scottish, Serbian and Ukrainian) united by their passion for the true Russian folk music several soloists are acknowledged virtuosos on their instruments. Along with regular performances in and around Sydney, the Orchestra has performed in association with Musica Viva, at many major folk music festivals, tours interstate and has performed by invitation in China and in Russia on three occasions, most recently in Moscow and St Petersburg in July Sydney Balalaika Orchestra released its fi rst CD Old Linden Tree which proved to be an outstanding success. This led to a contract with Radio ABC to release the CD under ABC Classics label. Their second CD, Mail Troika was released in 2004 followed by Dawn of Russia in June 2007 and the fourth CD Rassipuha In May For bookings contact - Marg Ferguson on or Kathy McKenzie Limited tickets at door. Images: Members of Sydney Balalaika Orchestra Hunter Valley Steamfest 2013 April 13 - April 14, 2013 Steamfest is again set to thrill people of all ages. This year s program features steam train excursions, tin hare vintage diesel excursions, market stalls, street steam, miniature loco s, children s entertainment, Powerhouse Museum displays and much more. A number of specialty trips will also join the program this year. Keep the dates free and stay tuned to the website for more information. Location: Railway Precinct & Church Street, Maitland Time: 9:00am - 5:00pm 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: Denman Visitor Information Centre 7 Ogilvie Street, Denman NSW 2328 Phone: The Upper Hunter Entertainer - April 6 to April 12, 2013

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 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 in-house 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 White Hart Hotel Kerv Espresso Bar Black & White Pepper Paddock 2 Pantry One22 Royal Hotel - Motel, Scone Denman Farmers Market 1ST SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH Except May when the Upper Hunter Wine and Food Affair is held. Pukara Estate Olives Hotel Eatons Hunter Belle Cheese 8AM TO 1PM RAIN HAIL OR SHINE LIONS PARK, OGILVIE ST DENMAN Two Rivers Vineyard James Estate COLONIAL MOTOR LODGE HERITAGE RESTAURANT Professional, friendly service Introducing Chef Monique Goodworth Opening hours: (not opened during public holidays) 9 Guernsey Street Scone. Reservations phone Scone - Horse Capital of Australia April 6 to April 12, The Upper Hunter Entertainer - 7

8 the equine trend & more. Parvovirus Outbreak in the Upper Hunter By Peta Gay Railton - Pet Medical Parvovirus has been a serious problem this year and, to date, Pet Medical has seen over one hundred cases of suspect Parvovirus. This recent virus is extremely vicious and several puppies and older unvaccinated dogs have died. We can easily halt the spread of this disease; we just need to get serious about the vaccination. Vaccination facts: Puppies need an initial course of three vaccinations. Many of the affected puppies we are seeing have had only one vaccination at six to eight weeks and owners have assumed that this is all they need. A single puppy vaccination will not provide lasting immunity against the disease. Once a dog is over sixteen weeks of age a single vaccination will provide immunity for twelve months. Dogs need to be revaccinated every year unless a three year vaccination is used. Treating parvovirus requires a huge amount of dedication from the vets and nurses. Those affected become severely dehydrated and depressed. They vomit and pass large quantities of bloody diarrhoea. About ten percent of affected animals will die regardless of treatment and this fi gure can be higher in young puppies. Most Horse Festival News Update We are four weeks away from the 2013 Scone and Upper Hunter Horse Festival. It is the last chance to send in a pony club photo that predates Photos are coming in, but we need more. Merriwa Pony Club put a book together in the mid 1990 s yet no other photographic record seems to exist for local pony clubs. After the exhibition the photographs will be archived at the Scone Historical Museum. The photographs taken by Joseph Docker gave a fascinating insight to life in this region during the 19th Century. I am hoping that this exhibition will give people an insight into pony clubs in the 20th century. The Scone Advocate is happy to scan your photos and send them to me. It s not too late to send in your nomination for the VIP of the Scone and Upper Hunter Horse Festival for A coupon is provided in this week s issue of the Scone Advocate. This is a chance to recognise someone who has dedicated their life to horses and deserves to be recognised by the community. Don t forget parade entry forms are available online and at the Scone Visitor and Information Centre. Time to start thinking about how to dress up for the theme A Horse, My Kingdom for a Horse! Festival programmes and bumper stickers are out and about. Anne Davies - President untreated animals will die. The animals are nursed in an isolation unit and treatment is expensive, sometimes costing over $1000 in severe cases. The virus will survive in the environment for over a year and people walk it around on their shoes and clothing spreading it to other dogs - And all this is preventable with a vaccination. To combat this problem Pet Medical is offering $30 vaccinations at Muswellbrook from Monday 8 April to Saturday 13 April between 11am and 2pm every day - no appointment is necessary. Please, we can get this disease out of this area. If you know of anyone who has unvaccinated dogs, encourage them to vaccinate. Spread the word. Don t hesitate. VACCINATE! Please help us end parvo! Half-price parvo vaccinations April Between 11am 2pm every day Our Muswellbrook hospital will offer half-price vaccinations (only $30) pet medical Experience. Sound advice. Positive outcomes. We think that just about covers it! MUSWELLBROOK Market House ~ 4 Market Street Muswellbrook NSW Aberdeen Street Muswellbrook The Upper Hunter Entertainer - April 6 to April 12, 2013

9 the equine trend & more Veteran Hunter Valley Sire Bite the Bullet Dies at 26 In Muswellbrook, Michael Fitzgerald s Bengalla Stud stallion stalwart Bite the Bullet (Spectacular Bid-Lassie s Dear by Alydar) has died at the age of twenty six. With winners in nine countries, Bite the Bullet has been represented by a number of talented runners, with his best three being triple Gr1 winner and multi- millionaire earner Sniper s Bullet; multiple Group winner Pleasure Giver, and millionaire earner The Jackal whose fi fteen wins included numerous stakes victories. Image: Bite the Bullet (USA) Kootingal Pumpkin Festival 2013 The Kootingal area is renowned for pumpkin growing. Kootingal is 17km north east of Tamworth on the New England Highway, at the foot of the beautiful Moonbi Ranges. The Kootingal Pumpkin Festival is held each April at the Kootingal Sportsground. There is something for the whole family including: live entertainment, wine tasting, children and adult pumpkin competitions, wood chopping, shearing, pumpkin bowling and dozens of regional stalls When: Sunday 14 April 2013, 9am - 4pm Where: Kootingal Sportsground, Denman Avenue, Kootingal Further information djemanuel@ bigpond.com or visit the Kootingal Pumpkin Festival website www. kootypumpkins.com 2013 AQHA National Championships Tuesday 9 to Sunday 21 April 2013 The Australian Quarter Horse Association National Championships Show Q13 - will be held for the fourth time at AELEC. The event will feature a massive line up of Quarter Horses vying for national honours in a huge range of events over 13 action packed days. Bookings: Stabling and camping bookings for this event are being handled by the AQHA - please contact them on (02) or visit the website for further information. Event Location: Australian Equine and Livestock Events Centre (AELEC) 503 Goonoo Goonoo Road, Tamworth NSW 2340 Australia Event Contact Details: Australian Quarter Horse Association Phone: (02) qhorse@aqha.com.au. Website: your local club Colonial Motor Lodge The Quiet One 9 Guernsey St. Scone Scone Jump Club Marcia sconeshowjumpingclub@hotmail. com Upper Hunter Team Penning uhtp@hotmail.com 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. Star Fully Licensed Restaurant AUSTAR BROADBAND Phone 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 April 6 to April 12, The Upper Hunter Entertainer - 9

10 leisure & lifestyle Murrurundi Art Prize During the Scone & Upper Hunter Horse Festival in May, the Murrurundi Arts Council will be hosting the 3rd Murrurundi Art Prize. The opening night will be held on Thursday 2 May, commencing at 6.30 pm at the Murrurundi RSL Hall. Upper Hunter Shire Council Mayor Michael Johnsen will open the exhibition with the judging being performed by Sandra McMahan from the Tamworth Regional Arts Centre. A gourmet supper and wine will be available with a $15 entry fee. It is always a great evening and everyone is invited to come along. There are $4,700 worth of prizes to be awarded that have been generously donated by local businesses and community groups and citizens, with the Best in Show receiving $2,000. Entries for this fabulous event are due by 19 April. The exhibition will run from 3 May until 19 May on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10am and 4pm at the Murrurundi RSL Hall. For entry forms and further information go to the website Image: Best in Show Award Enid Norvill Memorial $2000 (Acquisitive) 2012 Page s River Hereford by Nicci Pratten. Movie Screening: The Impossible Scone Films next screening on Friday, pm Senior Citizen s Centre, Oxford Road Scone. The Impossible (M), starring Ewan Mcgregor & Naomi Watts (Oscar nominated for Best Actress ) An account of a family caught with tens of thousands of strangers,in the mayhem of the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami in Thailand. Tickets are $10 at the door. Real Estate Pty Ltd 109 KELLY STREET, SCONE NSW 2337 TELEPHONE: (02) FAX: (02) patrick@patgleeson.net.au The Upper Hunter Entertainer - April 6 to April 12, 2013

11 leisure & lifestyle How to Plan Your Rose Garden with Aberdeen Nursery Now is the perfect time to start planning your rose garden. You might choose to plant just one or two roses, perhaps with a favourite fl ower colour or perfume, or you can create an entire rose garden using different types of roses. When you design your rose garden, you can consider using just one or two varieties among other plants or you can go crazy and create a specialist garden divided by paths. You may also want to include a focal point such as an archway or birdbath. With thousands of rose varieties around, you need to consider certain criteria when choosing a good one. Colour: Roses can be everything from deep purple to pure white. Shape: Consider whether you want singles or doubles, and fl owers for picking or fl owers in the garden. Scent: Old fashioned roses generally have a stronger scent. Size and habit: How much room do you have for the rose to grow? Do you want a compact bush rose, a formal standard rose or a sprawling old fashioned roes or a climber? Maintenance: Does the rose need frequent spraying, especially for black spot? What are the pruning requirements? For the home gardener, the most useful classifi cation is based on size and habit. These are relevant to main groupings: Miniatures: Good for pots, garden edges and fi lling gaps in garden beds. Groundcovers: Low growing roses with long, trailing stems, often grown in mass plantings and useful for covering banks. Shrub roses: The most popular group, also called bush roses, includes the fl oribundas and hybrid teas. These look fantastic as feature specimens in large containers. Climbers: These require support and training. Some varieties are very vigorous and will cover walls, while less vigorous can be trained over arches and up pillars. Standards: These are either shrub or bush roses grafted onto a long stalk. Creating a Rose Garden. 1. Find a spot in full sun with enough room for the bush roses to spread. A bush rose needs at least one metre diameter. 2. Prepare the soil now dig over the bed, remove all weeds, dig in compost and manure. 3. Decide what rose you want. 4. At planting time, keep the roots moist and plant out as soon as you can. Don t feed the rose until spring when the shoots are growing rapidly. 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! Hosts Karen & Ian Campbell Meals 7 Days a Week $10 Lunch Specials Keno Pub TAB Games Room All Weather Beer Garden April 6 to April 12, The Upper Hunter Entertainer - 11

12 local gig guide Two Rising Stars on the Country Music Scene By Laura Sykes The Muswellbrook District Worker s Club will play host on Friday 5 April to two of the brightest young stars rising in the country music industry. Hannah Smith and Georgia White have strong roots in the country music business. As two of four members of the band The Apprentices, put together by Gina Jeffery s recording-husband Rod McCormack, both girls have worked with a variety of big name artists, including Jeffreys, The McClymonts, McAlister Kemp and Amber Lawrence. One of Georgia s most memorable moments was in 2010 when she was asked to perform as a supporting act for Kenny Rogers, one of the biggest names in American country music, singing to 5,000 people in Tamworth during the show. At CMC Rocks the Hunter 2013 performing with McAlister Kemp, Hannah was thrilled to perform to over 20,000 people, a moment she will never forget. Busy schedules both as solo artists and band members keep the girls on their toes. In the two Hannah and Georgia Friday 5 April FREE in main lounge 8.30pm 11.30pm Furniture, Giftware, Soft Furnishings, Jewellery, Accessories, Clothing, Stockists for L Occitane products & Glasshouse Candles. years since The Apprentices released their first album, it s been the experience of a lifetime. We ve had so many great opportunities since our first album; the opportunity to co-write and develop so many new ideas and songs with some of the top songwriters and artists in the country is a dream come true. says Hannah. The return album Light a Match really showcases our personal journeys and reflects just how far we ve come as songwriter s and individuals. With several awards between them and a wealth of experience already under their youthful belts, Hannah and Georgia will be two to watch in the coming years of their blooming careers. You can catch their free live performance at the Muswellbrook District Worker s Club in the main lounge on Friday 5 April at 8.30pm. Images: [Top] Hannah Smith [Bottom] Georgia White. pubs & clubs Royal Hotel, Muswellbrook Friday 5 April Funked Up Friday Lanch 8pm Muswellbrook District Workers Club Friday 5 April Hannah & 8.30pm In Main Lounge - Belmore Hotel, Scone Saturday 6 April Aaron 8.30pm Sunday 14 April 2pm - 5pm FREE in main lounge Muswellbrook District Workers Club Sydney St, Muswellbrook White Hart Hotel, Murrurundi Saturday 6 April 8pm Railway Hotel, Muswellbrook Sunday 7 April Ryan 4.30pm White Hart Hotel, Murrurundi Saturday 13 April Rock & 8pm Railway Hotel, Muswellbrook Sunday 14 April Kyda 4.30pm Railway Hotel, Muswellbrook Sunday 21 April Chris 4.30pm The GumBall Music Festival Belford Hunter Valley 25, 26 & 27 April Railway Hotel, Muswellbrook Sunday 28 April The Gum Ball Recovery Party featuring The Eastern (NZ) & The Dennis Boys A Super Laidback Music Festival for the Whole Family FEAST YOUR EYES ON PART OF THE LINE-UP FOR , 26 & 27 APRIL BELFORD, HUNTER VALLEY TURIN BRAKES (UK) MIA DYSON TUMBLEWEED ROGERS, CATHERINE BRITT, THE HILLBILLY KILLERS Feat TIM BILL CHAMBERS & FRIENDS From REDGUM: JOHN SCHUMANN & HUGH MCDONALD THE BEARDS SASKWATCH THE MEDICS PONY FACE EUGENE HIDEAWAY BRIDGES (USA) KATALYST JORDIE LANE BENJALU MOJO JUJU THE BIRD THE EASTERN (NZ) THE PREATURES STEVE SMYTH LIZ STRINGER & VAN WALKER THE RE-MAINS The Upper Hunter Entertainer - April 6 to April 12, 2013