Beautiful, wise and forever young at heart

VILLAGE NEWSLETTER

FEBRUARY

Dear Residents How stunning is the orchid featured on the cover page of this month’s edition of the Village Newsletter? This delightful photo was taken by your intrepid roving Editor and Office Manager, the lovely Cath Quirk, currently on leave and visiting Papua New Guinea.

Papua New Guinea must be an absolute delight in terms of photographic subjects, especially the amazing flora and fauna of this incredible country so close to our shores. Cath should be in her photographic element, snapping away! We will look forward to viewing more of Cath’s beautiful handiwork on her return home.

It has been my absolute privilege to have been asked to work at the Village Office in a casual capacity over the past year. My own dear grandmother Mary Hahn was a resident at

St Agnes’ Village for over 20 years and was one of the Village’s original residents. I have many happy memories of spending time in St Agnes’ Village with my beloved late Grandma. I have greatly enjoyed meeting many of you and speaking to you on the phone in my assisting role.

Just a reminder too that the newsletter can be accessed by visiting the St Agnes Village’s web site www.stagnesvillages.com.au There is a tab on the home page that you click to access the newsletters. Past editions in full colour will be on the website for your perusal. Newsletters are accessible to those visiting the web site as well as family and friends of village residents. It is a daunting task to attempt to fill Cath’s very big (and extremely stylish) shoes as Editor of the Newsletter in her absence, so my apologies in advance for any errors, omissions or mistakes, they will all be mine!

Julia Tierney Temporary Editor for February!

NSW GOVERNMENT APPLIANCE REPLACEMENT OFFER

The NSW State Government is offering discounts on new energy efficient fridges and TVs so you can replace old inefficient models. New appliances can cut your energy bills, improve your household and family living costs and help protect our environment. They are offering:

- A 40% discount on the cost of a fridge, - A 50% discount on the cost of a TV.

If you are eligible you can

Choose from selected energy efficient fridges and TVs from retail partner The Good Guys,

Have your new appliance delivered to your home and installed,

Have your old appliance removed and recycled. Some conditions apply. To be eligible you must meet the following conditions : Be a NSW resident, Hold one of the following concession cards: Pensioner Concession Card Health Care Card or Low Income Health Care Card from Centrelink Veterans’ Affairs Gold Card. Own a fridge six years old, or older, or want to replace it, Own a plasma or cathode ray tube (CRT) television and want to replace it Commonwealth Seniors Health Card holders are not eligible for this offer. You are able to apply online now. There are three easy steps, and the application process takes five to ten minutes to complete. Make sure you have your valid concession card handy when you apply. https://appliance.environment.nsw.gov.au/Suitability

FREE Hearing checks by Australian Hearing will be conducted in the Tenison Woods Centre Meeting Room on Wednesday

1st March 2017 from 1.00pm. If you would like to avail yourself of this service, please phone the office

on 6584 3515 for an appointment time.

ST AGNES VILLAGE SOCIAL COMMITTEE

The St Agnes’ Village Social Committee will hold an Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, 8th February 2017 in the Tenison Woods Centre at 10.00am.

New members are urgently needed. Please give serious consideration to joining the Social Committee to ensure continuation of this worthwhile committee and its function of providing social activities and events to entertain and uplift our residents.

A reminder to all residents for safety’s sake to obey the speed

limits within the Village. Residents are also asked to inform

visitors including trades people, taxis etc, about speed limits.

Brain Teaser!!

1 x 8 + 1 = 9

12 x 8 + 2 = 98

123 x 8 + 3 = 987

1234 x 8 + 4 = 9876

12345 x 8 + 5 = 98765

123456 x 8 + 6 = 987654

1234567 x 8 + 7 = 9876543

12345678 x 8 + 8 = 98765432

123456789 x 8 + 9 = 987654321

Submitted by Barry Jennings

Feral Deer Survey

Residents are asked to return the Resident’s Committee Feral Deer

Survey to the Village Office or pop it into the Village Letterbox as soon as they can to enable a

further approach to Port Macquarie Council and State MP,

Mrs Leslie Williams.

Congratulations to Pam and Ray Hope who celebrated their 60 year Diamond Wedding Anniversary on Australia Day, 26th January.

Pam and Ray’s daughter Vicky Bryant has given us all the important information

on the happy couple! Pamela June Houlahan married Raymond Boyce Hope on 26th January, 1957 in the

Presbyterian Church Mudgee, NSW.

They moved to the coast, from Cassilis, in 1960 with their two children, Mark and Vicky and

operated successful bakeries in both Laurieton and Port Macquarie. Pam and Ray have now

enjoyed over 30 years of retirement together. They have had few overseas trips, but mostly

enjoyed touring Australia in their caravan. Both Ray and Pam were keen golfers.

Ray and Pam moved into the Village from Bonny Hills three years ago and now reside at 134

Quinlivan Drive, St Agnes Village.

We, along with their children, 5 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren wish them "Happy

Anniversary " and hope they enjoy many more diamond years together.

(Submitted by Vicky Bryant)

GENTLE EXERCISES

Wednesday morning 10.00 am -11.00 am, John Worner Centre, Lourdes Village with Karen Roberts

First class for 2017 will be on Wednesday February 15th. These exercises help to increase strength, mobility and balance. Hand weights, resistance bands and balls and all other equipment is supplied by Karen.

Exercises can be done sitting or standing or a combination of both. Exercises are very gentle and are adjusted for individual needs. Sometimes at the first class people try too hard and the next day have what is commonly called DOMS, delayed onset muscle soreness and because of this soreness some people then decide to not come again. This is a case of 'slow and steady' and people should just do what they can and do some extra stretching during the week. St Agnes’ Village residents are most welcome to attend these exercises at Lourdes Village. It's also a good time social time where you can catch up with other residents and have a laugh and a chat.

Did you know that the Village Newsletter is now available on the Catholic Care of the Aged website? Take a fresh look online now.... www.stagnesvillages.com.au

BERTHA’S RETIREMENT

We are very sad to inform residents that Bertha will no longer be continuing with providing her delicious treats for Coffee Shop and Village residents. Bertha has been offering her wonderful baked products to residents for over 8 years and everyone will attest to enjoying the fruits of Bertha’s labour! We thank Bertha for her support for Coffee Shop and residents over the years. We wish Bertha all the very best for a relaxing retirement and hope she has plenty of opportunity to hang up the apron and rest her legs!

WELCOME!

We welcome new residents:- Jim & Fay Bryant (St Agnes Village) David & Janet Hawes (St Agnes Village)

COFFEE SHOP

A reminder that Coffee Shop has resumed on Mondays at 10.00am in the Tenison Woods Centre and we’d love to see you there! If you would like transport to or from Coffee Shop contact the Village Office, and transport will be arranged for you. Everyone welcome!

Brain Teaser!!

9 x 9 + 7 = 88

98 x 9 + 6 = 888

987 x 9 + 5 = 8888

9876 x9 + 4 = 88888

98765 x 9 + 3 = 888888

987654 x 9 +2 = 8888888

9876543 x 9 + 1 = 88888888

98765432 x 9 + 0 = 888888888

Submitted by Barry Jennings

PLEASE NOTE: Dates for bus outings are designated by Catholic Care of the Aged

management. As the bus is shared between several Catholic Care of the Aged facilities, certain days each month are allocated to St Agnes & Lourdes Villages for the use of the bus.

BUS OUTINGS FOR FEBRUARY, 2017

Thursday 2nd February, 2017

A full day outing. The bus will take a leisurely drive to

Harrington and Crowdy Head visiting Pilot Hill and the

Crowdy Head Lighthouse. Lunch will be at The Other

Side Art Café at Ghinni Ghinni. The Other Side Gallery

Teahouse is a unique cafe and gallery, adjacent to the

Pacific Highway, north of Taree. There is an indoor and

outdoor dining nestled on the Ghinni Ghinni River.

Visit the resident portrait artists working and teaching

in the studio upstairs. Enjoy the art on display from

local Manning Valley artists.

Bus will leave T.W.C and stages 7 & 8 at 9.15am.

Friday 10th February, 2017

Salty’s Bar & Grill Port Macquarie for morning tea.

Salty’s is located on the Hastings River in Port

Macquarie and offers absolute waterfront dining. This

locally owned restaurant and function venue is located

between McInherney Park and Jordan’s Boat Centre.

Salty’s don’t usually open for morning tea but are going

to make an exception for village residents on this

occasion. Please join us for a relaxed morning tea

overlooking the Hastings River – we’d love to have your

company!

Bus will leave T.W.C and stages 7 & 8 at 9.45am.

Monday 20th February, 2017

Seasons Cafe Restaurant at Cassegrains Winery Port

Macquarie for afternoon tea. Under new management

(now run by John Cassegrain himself) the café is

located in the stunning grounds of Cassegrains Winery.

Seasons Café-Restaurant features a French-inspired

menu with a focus on seasonal and regional produce.

Afternoon tea will then be served in Season’s Café

Restaurant overlooking the grape vines and gardens of

the winery. Wine tasting and a tour of the wine

making facility is available on this outing as time

allows.

Bus will leave T.W.C and stages 7 & 8 at 1.15pm.

The beautiful colours of the rainbow can only be seen through the

prism of rain.

BUS OUTINGS FOR MARCH 2017

Thursday 2nd March, 2017

South West Rocks Country Club for lunch A full day outing. South West Rocks, the largest seaside town in the Macleay Valley, combines a variety of beautiful beaches and breathtaking scenery. 39kms north east of Kempsey at the mouth of the Macleay River, the "Rocks" as it is affectionately known, is a mecca for fishermen, divers and surfers. Whilst on the day trip we will take a leisurely drive to Smoky Cape Lighthouse. Optional extras will be a visit to the South West Rocks Arts and Craft Cottage and The Maritime Museum both of which have free entry. Lunch will be at South West Rocks Country Club.

Bus will leave TWC and Stages 7 & 8 at 9.00am

Friday 10th March, 2017

Bonny Hills Garden Café for morning tea. Fresh, seasonal menus are designed, prepared and cooked by the Garden Café on site. Fresh roasted coffee, loose leaf teas from World Par Tea, milkshakes and thick shakes served in old fashioned cold canisters. Home-baked sweets including banana cinnamon loaves, fresh buttermilk muffins, or hand-made scones with locally made strawberry jam, and fresh whipped cream. Bus will leave TWC and Stages 7 & 8 at 9.30am

Monday 20th March, 2017

Miss Nellie’s Café Kendall for afternoon tea.

This delightful country-style café celebrates the best of the Hastings local produce and offers something for everyone. Enjoy a relaxing coffee on the verandah, treat yourself to homemade cake or Devonshire tea with homemade jam. Relax and enjoy the serenity of the café surrounds in the village of Kendall.

Bus will leave TWC and Stages 7 & 8 at 1.30pm

Thursday 30th March, 2017

Lorne Valley Macadamia Farm A meandering drive through rolling hills will bring you to the Lorne Valley Macadamia Farm, situated in the beautiful Camden Haven. Visitors can sample freshly roasted and flavoured macadamia nuts, or take home delicious jams, chutneys or chocolates. Beautiful valley views towards Middle Brother Mountain will be a highlight of your visit. Included in your visit is an informative talk detailing the production and processing involved in farming macadamias Bus will leave TWC and Stages 7 & 8 at 9.30am

A CALENDAR FOR FEBRUARY

DAY DATE ACTIVITY TIME

WEDNESDAY

FEBRUARY 1

Social Committee Meeting Hall Booking

8:30am 6:45pm 9:00pm

TUESDAY

FEBRUARY 7

Hall Booking

5:30pm -6:30pm

WEDNESDAY

FEBRUARY 8

Social Committee AGM

10:00am

FRIDAY

FEBRUARY 10

Hall Booking

9:30am –12:30pm

MONDAY

FEBRUARY 13

Resident’s Committee Meeting

8:30am

TUESDAY

FEBRUARY 14

Hall Booking

5:30pm -6:30pm

WEDNESDAY

FEBRUARY 15

Hall Booking

6:45pm-9:00pm

FRIDAY

FEBRUARY 17

Hall Booking

9:30am-Noon

SUNDAY

FEBRUARY 19

Hall Booking

10:30am – Noon

TUESDAY

FEBRUARY 21

Hall Booking

5:30pm 6:30pm

FRIDAY

FEBRUARY 24

Happy Hour

4:00pm

TUESDAY

FEBRUARY 28

Hall Booking

5:30pm 6:30pm