The Maitland Mercury
Tuesday 5 November 2024
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Breaking
Allegedly stolen ute involved in crash: teen arrested, man in hospital
The road is closed on High Street between Hannan Street and the New England Highway roundabout. Picture Live Traffic
Jessica Brown, Chloe Coleman

Melita's call for more hairdressers to join hospital's volunteer ranks

Maitland Hospital volunteer hairdresser Melita Chilcott and pink ladies volunteer Kerry Coombes outside the hospital. Picture by Jonathan Carroll
Chloe Coleman

Hunter spots on list as 'high risk' for melanoma

Damon Cronshaw
Bar Beach covered in shade shelters and umbrellas on December 28 last year. Picture by Peter Lorimer

Inspiring cultural leader named NT's Australian of the Year for 2025

The Northern Territory Australian of the Year for 2025 is Grant Ngulmiya Nundhirribala. Picture supplied by australianoftheyear.org.au
Was 'survive till 2025' your mortgage strategy? I may have bad news for you.
Jessica Brady
View.com.au's Money and Markets expert Jessica Brady. Pic supplied
Watch

Fascinators to miniskirts: the evolution of Melbourne Cup fashions

Staff Reporters
Popular fashion on the field has changed over the decades. File pictures

'What the heck is going on?': Mayor says Sydney rubbish not welcome in regional NSW

Carla Mascarenhas
Rick Firman. Picture by Les Smith
Remembering Lyndon McLeod - an incredible man who lived an adventurous life at full speed
Donna Sharpe
Former Maitland pharmacist Lyndon Mcleod. Picture supplied.
Photos
Pre-season Monday, HSC exam Tuesday. Rookie Knight begins NRL journey
Cody Hopwood. Picture by Marina neil
Max McKinney
Nominations are now open for annual Australia Day awards
Newsroom
Maitland's 2024 citizen of the year Janece McDonald with Maitland mayor Philip Penfold at the award ceremony. Picture by Marina Neil
Photos

Maitland Gold upset big brother Maroon in John Kilborn Shield

Maitland Gold bowler Dougal Evans bowls Nicholas Hair for 28 in the dying stages of Sunday's local derby at Louth Park. Picture by Michael Hartshorn
Michael Hartshorn

Man hospitalised with burns after fire breaks out at Morpeth

Sage Swinton
File picture

Amy Scott, hero cop of Bondi horror, in line for Australian of the Year

Inspector Amy Scott speaks about her Valour Award at the Goulburn police academy in June. Picture by Louise Thrower.
Council seeks community representatives for floodplain risk committee
Newsroom
A Maitland floodplain. Picture supplied
Puppies in need of foster carers: 19 pups taken into RSPCA Rutherford's care
Puppies in need: 19 adorable pups are looking for foster carers. Picture supplied
Laura Rumbel
Police search for Toyota driver following Harpers Hill fatality
Newsroom
Police search for Toyota driver following Harpers Hill fatality

Kidnapping arrest: man allegedly forced into car, stabbed

CCTV was released as part of a public appeal for information earlier this year. Picture supplied by NSW Police
Anna Falkenmire
What's on

Godfather of Rock Mark Tinson's special tribute to Maitland musos

Velvet Underground - (back row from left) Tony Heads, Steven Crothers, Les Hall, Steve Philipson (front left) and Herm Kovac. Picture supplied.

Griffins fire as big hitting by Fisher and King keeps Plovers in game

Michael Hartshorn
Eastern Suburbs skipper Riley Horrocks made 73 off just 53 balls against Tenambit Morpeth at Tenambit Oval on Saturday, November 2, Picture by Michael Hartshorn
Firebug jailed for lighting copper that ignited 'potentially catastrophic' blaze
Sam Rigney
The small grass fires quickly spread into a 'potentially catastrophic' bushfire that threatened homes. Harley Barrett was on Thursday jailed for carelessly sparking the fire. Pictures by: NSW RFS Kearsley Brigade and Fire and Rescue NSW Station 344 Kearsley
Our History
Our past: Europeans altered Hunter Valley food bowl
Colonial-era buildings on Albion Farm, Woodville, on the bank of the Paterson River, on the highest land and close to water. Picture supplied
Cameron Archer
'Modest increase': Hunter Water's plan to hike bills by hundreds of dollars
Jamieson Murphy
Construction of the Belmont desalination plant will contribute to the increase.

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National

Stars pay tribute to 'King' Quincy Jones

US musician, composer, producer and songwriter Quincy Jones died in Los Angeles. Photo: EPA PHOTO

'Alarming': Posties' plea after dog attacks leave puncture wounds

Carla Mascarenhas
A Postie delivers a letter, an aggressive dog, and an injury sustained by a Postie. Pictures supplied by Australia Post

Musician named NT Australian of the Year

Abe Maddison
Musician and cultural leader Grant Ngulmiya Nundhirribala was named the NT Australian of the Year. Photo: Supplied/AAP PHOTOS

Sport

Pre-season Monday, HSC exam Tuesday. Rookie Knight begins NRL journey
Photos
Cody Hopwood. Picture by Marina neil
Max McKinney
Lewis and Earl standouts at 2024 Trackmasters at Barleigh Ranch
Peter Baker
Cody Lewis leading Blake Wilby in racing at Trackmaster 2024 at Barleigh Ranch on Saturday. Picture by Smart Artist
Photos
Maitland Gold upset big brother Maroon in John Kilborn Shield
Michael Hartshorn
Maitland Gold bowler Dougal Evans bowls Nicholas Hair for 28 in the dying stages of Sunday's local derby at Louth Park. Picture by Michael Hartshorn
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PropertyView
Melbourne Cup winning jockey Pat Hyland lists Nar Nar Goon North farm
The iconic estate has a price guide of $11 to $12 million. Pic: Supplied.
January Jones • 2hrs ago
Property
From rundown to luxe beauty: Brisbane stunner attracts big bucks at auction
Rachel Wells
Bidding for the stunning architecturally-designed home, which also features a swimming pool and a half basketball court opened at $3.6 million. Pic: Supplied
Property
'Buyers hard to find': early auction clearance rates fall to lowest this year
Rachel Wells
The Queen Anne-style Federation home in a sought-after street has sold under the hammer for $7.1 million. Pic: Supplied

Dive right in: The search for Australia's best pool for 2024 is on

Entrant for best fibreglass pool. Pic: Aqua Technics Pools.
January Jones
Property

Yes in my backyard: how granny flats could help solve the housing crisis

Rachel Wells
Multi-dwelling sites such as this one in Sydney's Ramsgate currently for sale are popular. Pic: Supplied
Property

Most expensive Australian city takes a hit in home prices in October

Jen Melocco
Home values in Sydney fell -0.1 per cent, with the biggest losses being seen in the top end of the market. Pic: Supplied

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What's On

Your guide to Maitland this weekend - pipes and drums, open days and art
What's on
Maitland will host the NSW State Pipe Band Championships this Sunday at Maitland Sportsground. Picture supplied
Chloe Coleman
What's on
State championships: stirring sound of pipes to echo through city
Chloe Coleman
City of Maitland Pipes and Drums members Greg Dewar, drums, Peter Campbell, pipes, and Greg Queenan, pipes, at Maitland Sportsground. Picture by Peter Lorimer
What's on
Your guide to Maitland this weekend - sausage dog festival and exhibitions
Chloe Coleman
The Dachshtober Longdog Festival is on at Tocal Homestead this Sunday. Picture supplied

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Community

Melita's call for more hairdressers to join hospital's volunteer ranks

Maitland Hospital volunteer hairdresser Melita Chilcott and pink ladies volunteer Kerry Coombes outside the hospital. Picture by Jonathan Carroll
Chloe Coleman

Submit your sports results

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Remembering Lyndon McLeod - an incredible man who lived an adventurous life at full speed

Donna Sharpe
Former Maitland pharmacist Lyndon Mcleod. Picture supplied.

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Photos and Video

Astro treks, cowboy tours: How Aussies are using travel to find their tribe
Travel
People gather for a total solar eclipse at a viewing site 24km from Exmouth, Western Australia, on April 20, 2023. Picture by AAP Image/Aaron Bunch
Sarah Falson • 2s ago
Opinion
Never thought I'd say this but don't send your kids to uni next year
Jenna Price • 3m ago
A student attends a university class. Picture Shutterstock
Hunter spots on list as 'high risk' for melanoma
Damon Cronshaw
Bar Beach covered in shade shelters and umbrellas on December 28 last year. Picture by Peter Lorimer

Comment

Never thought I'd say this but don't send your kids to uni next year

Opinion
A student attends a university class. Picture Shutterstock
Jenna Price • 3m ago
Opinion

Major political parties' perceived neglect of regional and rural Australia

Zoë Wundenberg
Liberals MP Sussan Ley. Picture by Mark Jesser
Opinion

This week could see the demise of two monsters

Crispin Hull
This week could bring the demise of two monsters, Donald Trump and, inset, Rupert Murdoch. Pictures Getty Images, Shutterstock
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Hungry Traveller

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What is 'Bali belly' and how can I lessen my family's risk of getting it?

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Explore one of the most magnificent parts of Alaska as part of this cruise
Explore one of the most magnificent parts of Alaska as part of this cruise
Secret Victoria: Experience a slice of Italy right here in Australia
Susan Skelly
Secret Victoria: Experience a slice of Italy right here in Australia
7 superb Aussie stays named among the world's 100 most incredible hotels
Sarah Falson
Lizard Island Resort. Picture by Elise Hassey
Hotel Review

Hotel review: The surprising pleasure of rekindling a forgotten flame

Kate Cox
Hotel review: The surprising pleasure of rekindling a forgotten flame

'Fill your bucket': Are you above or below the 'countries visited' average?

Sarah Falson
Gillian Woodley in Mongolia. Picture supplied by Gillian Woodley
Car Expert
Suzuki Jimny EV ‘would ruin’ pint-sized 4x4 - executive
Car Expert
Suzuki Jimny EV ‘would ruin’ pint-sized 4x4 - executive
Jordan Mulach • 41m ago
Car Expert
2025 Suzuki e Vitara is an electric SUV that'll also wear Toyota badges
William Stopford • 1hr ago
2025 Suzuki e Vitara is an electric SUV that'll also wear Toyota badges
Car Expert
Kia considered a Ram 1500, Ford F-150 rival
William Stopford • 2hrs ago
Kia considered a Ram 1500, Ford F-150 rival
Car Expert

Porsche 911, 718 and Panamera recalled, owners told to stop driving

Jordan Mulach • 2hrs ago
Porsche 911, 718 and Panamera recalled, owners told to stop driving
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Is Ram throwing the Hemi V8 a lifeline?

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The Senior
What happened to the hippie hair? Celebrity scientist Dr Karl reveals all
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Eileen Wood
Having a ball: Why Masters athletes feel 12 years younger
Competing in Masters sports helps seniors feel younger.
Rowan Cowley
Jan Sullivan (front row, second from left) with teammates at the Australian Masters Games in Tasmania. Picture supplied
Commonwealth Ombudsman ranks aged care star ratings a fail
Eileen Wood
Commonwealth Ombudsman Iain Anderson. Picture from website.

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The Land
Award winning macadamia farm asking $4.5m walk in, walk out | Video
The flat to gently undulating farm has a 20 megalitre dam, which feeds a sophisticated irrigation and fertigation system. Picture supplied
Mark Phelps • 1hr ago
Fascinators to miniskirts: the evolution of Melbourne Cup fashions
Staff Reporters • 1hr ago
Popular fashion on the field has changed over the decades. File pictures
'Just as good': Riverina cherry season promises quality over quantity
Finn Coleman • 2hrs ago
Greg Mouat at Mouats Farm in Batlow is prepared for cherry season. Picture by Alexandra Bernard.

'It's not everyday you sell something that's got a gold mine museum in it'

Samantha Newsam
After 18 years, Warren Tremain is ready to say farewell to the Mount Misery Gold Mine museum and cafe, putting it on the market. Picture by Peter Hardin

Matthews family find Merinos valuable in their regenerative grazing program

Helen de Costa
Bert Matthews, Bedarbidgal, Hay, has found Merinos beneficial in his landscape and improving pastures. Picture by Helen De Costa.

Life & Style

Everything you need to know about Black Friday: Early deals, strategies and pitfalls to avoid

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Negative gearing is not the enemy of the property market

Noel Whittaker
Negative gearing is not a huge tax loophole, as some would suggest. Image Shutterstock

Ask Fuzzy: Who was George Boole?

Rod Taylor
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World

Moldova's president promises change after narrow win
Moldovan President Maia Sandu urged citizens to look past their grudges and unite the country. Photo: AP PHOTO
Tom Balmforth and Alexander Tanas • 18m ago
N.Korea fires several short-range missiles, South says
Joyce Lee and Kaori Kaneko • 41m ago
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More troops head to Spain flood zone as anger mounts
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