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ARTS AND CRAFTS CLASSESCreativity for all

ACTIVE ELECTRONICSMaking cars more intelligent than their drivers

SURVIVING UNIAn essential guide for new students

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The summer has truly flown in and now that the kids are settled back into school and routine has been re-established, autumn has truly arrived. Autumn is my favourite season as it’s filled with so many things to do. We have highlighted a few for you that are taking place in the months of September and October on page 32,33 and 38.

The work of Addiction NI is featured on page 8 with the inspirational story of Peter who with their help has managed to turn his life around after 40 years of alcoholism. If you or someone you know has an addiction problem, they can help.

If you are starting Uni for the first time this month then we have some light hearted advice on page 36 given by those who have been there and done it.

I hope with Halloween approaching you’ll enjoy the rich aroma of pumpkins et al that St. Georges market has to offer. Why not get down and buy some home-grown produce and enjoy the buzz of the food stalls and the live music.

If you would like to read our Lisburn In-touch magazine, please email us and we will be happy to post one to you. It is also an exciting times for us as we start work on our new website. Watch this space!

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8.PETER’S STORYAddiction NIAt the time I felt I was a bad person and these things happened when you are bad. I had a very poor opinion of myself and often thought that the inscription on my head stone would be “the only man who achieved nothing”.

22. PAINT GLOSSThe Professional WayPainting is one of those DIY jobs that most of us are not afraid to tackle. After all, how difficult can it be to dip a brush into a paint tin and brush it onto a wall or door frame?

36.THE ESSENTIALGuide To Surviving Uni Whether you are starting first year or going into final year at uni here are some great tips - from students - for students.

42.ELECTRONICActive Car SafetyNowadays new cars, powered by the pace of development in electronics, camera and radar technology have the ability to prevent a crash before it happens. So what is this technology?

AS PART of the ongoing drive to educate people about the importance of looking after their eyes, Tony McGinn, store director of Specsavers, Abbeycentre and a qualified optician with more than 25 years’ experience, will share his expertise to help focus you in the right direction.

As the 22 September marks the start of National Eye Health Awareness Week, Specsavers would like to urge people to undergo a routine eye examination.

Tony, why is an eye sight test so important?Many people think that a sight test is just about checking whether your vision needs correcting with glasses or contact lenses. But there are other important reasons to have a regular sight test.

A sight test is a vital check on the health

of the eyes and includes the detection of eye conditions. If found early, many of these conditions can be treated successfully, avoiding potential sight loss. A sight test can also detect other health conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes.

We would encourage people of all ages to make sure that they have regular sight tests, to help maintain not only the health of their eyes, but their overall wellbeing too.

Tony, what can you do to help maintain good health?To help maintain good eye health, there are simple changes we can make to our diet and our lifestyles. Studies have also shown that what we eat can affect our vision. Foods rich in antioxidants, such as leafy greens like kale and spinach, oily fish, and brightly coloured fruit and vegetables like corn, carrots and oranges, can all help prevent retinal damage.

Exercise can also lower the risk of sight loss caused by conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes, which cause the arteries to narrow or harden, Regular exercise is particularly effective when combined with a healthy diet and the avoidance of smoking.²

Tony, why is so important to have good vision?It has also been recorded that approximately 3,000 casualties occurred in the UK due to drivers having poor vision. These road accidents cost the UK an estimated £33 million a year.³ Additionally, in 2012 there were 2,040 accidents due to poor vision resulting in an estimated 2,874 casualties. The total cost to individuals, families and the wider economy was £32.9 million.**

Good vision is particularly important when it comes to safety on our roads, both as drivers and as pedestrians, especially as we are nearing the end of the summer months and darker days will soon be upon us. Therefore, we at the Newtownabbey Specsavers store would like to encourage local residents to use National Eye Health Week as an incentive to have their sight checked.

If you are worried about your vision, or that of a child or relative, call into Specsavers for eyecare advice from Tony or one of the professionally-trained staff. Alternatively you can call the store to book an appointment.

Specsavers, Newtownabbey, is celebrating 11 years of providing an eye care service to the local community and has the latest digital retinal camera in store which assists in the detection of problems such as diabetes, optic nerve disease, retinal holes and life-threatening conditions such as tumours.

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Peter: Not His Real Name But His Real Story

“I had a very poor opinion of myself and often thought that the inscription on my head stone would be “the only man who achieved nothing”.

028 9066 4434www.addictionNI.comCONCERNED ABOUT SOMEONE ELSE’S ALCOHOL USE?

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Addiction NI is the leading alcohol and drug treatment charity in Northern Ireland. It provides counselling, information and support for anyone affected by theirs or someone else’s alcohol and/or drug use.

Peter has agreed to share his experience of working with the service and how it has enabled him to reconnect with his family, himself and the wider community.

I want to tell you about my experience of attending Addiction NI. Before I get into that

I want to give you some brief details about myself.

I am 70 years old. I had my first drink when I was 14 and started drinking heavily from the age of 24. For the next 40+ years I was a “chronic alcoholic.”

Alcohol caused me a huge number of problems. I lost my wife, my family and my home. I ended up sleeping rough and at times was turned away from hostels because of my drinking.

Despite all these things happening to me, I kept on drinking. Drinking anything and everything. I would never admit to myself that it was the drink that was causing the problems, it was always something else.

At the time I felt I was a bad person and these things happen when you are bad. I had a very poor opinion of myself and often thought that the inscription on my head stone would be “the only man who achieved nothing”.

My counsellor at AddictionNI has helped me enormously. I got an awful lot out of it. Somebody was willing to come and see me and take the time to listen to me. The counselling wasn’t all strawberries and cream. It was hard, really painful at times but for the first time in my life I faced up to a lot of things about myself. Now for the first time I feel that I actually count. I no longer see myself as useless. I make sure I have one hour “me time” every day, without fail.

I haven’t had a drink in 2 years and have made a lot of changes in my life. I had lost contact with my family, didn’t even know how many grandchildren I had or what their names were. I now know all about them and every day brings some new contact.

I attend the AddictionNI Focus Group and find it very interesting talking to others particularly to family members and hearing what it was like for them living with someone with a drink problem.

What I am doing now is facing up to normal life, I can cope with the bad days. If I have a bad day I talk to someone. I don’t need alcohol to get through it.

If you are worried about yours or someone else’s alcohol and/or drug use, please contact us to receive information or to make an appointment at a location near you.

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Michael Allen from Mackey Opticians talks about the importance of regular eye exams in children.

As parents we want the best for our children and that includes a good education. Vision and learning are intimately related. In fact research shows that roughly 80% of what a child learns in school is information that is presented visually. So good vision is essential for children to reach their full academic potential.

We are not born with perfect vision. Our vision develops during childhood and should usually be 20:20 by around age 3

However, uncorrected eye conditions can

lead to abnormal visual development and permanently reduced vision.

BOOK AN EYE EXAM FOR YOUR CHILD“We can just assume our child has good eyesight or we can make sure by booking an appointment for an eye exam. It wont cost a penny as eye exams are free for anyone in full time education aged under 19.”

There are many common eye conditions. Some a child may become aware of, and complain of symptoms such as blur or headaches. On there other hand some can only be detected by having a eye test. The most common eye conditions affecting children are discussed below.

Myopia (short sightedness)In this instance the child will have difficulty seeing clearly in the distance. This may

affect a child’s ability to copy off the board in school. Other signs that a child may be short sighted may include sitting close to the TV or ‘screwing their eyes up.” Studies have suggested that 30-40% of the UK population are myopic. It is less prevalent in primary school children but becomes more common during secondary education.

Hypermetropia (long sightedness)Most children are naturally slightly long sighted and cope well, but in higher degrees of long sightedness this may lead to blurring at near. This can lead to difficulty concentrating, variable vision, and headaches. In some cases long sightedness can be associated with an eye turning in (esotropia).

Astigmatism (oval shaped eyes)Astigmatism occurs when the front of the eye (cornea) is shaped like a rugby ball rather than like a football. Astigmatism may cause distortion in our vision and cause us to mix up letters. Children with astigmatism may often complain of headaches or blur particularly when reading or using a computer screen.

Anisometropia (unequal eyes) This is present when there is a significant difference in prescriptions between the two eyes. For example, one eye may have perfect vision but the other may be longsighted. This can be very difficult for a parent to detect because the dominant eye may see normally. Meanwhile the lazy eye may remain permanently underdeveloped (amblyopic) if not detected and treated.

All of the above conditions can be managed by glasses or contact lenses, although in some cases a child may need referral to a clinic for patching. It is vital however that any visual defect is detected early to allow proper management and encourage normal visual development. Therefore I would suggest a child has their first eye exam aged 3 before they start P1 and annually after this.

What happens if your child needs glasses?Fortunately wearing glasses is not as traumatic for children as it was 20-30 years ago, and many kids see them as a fashion accessory!! It is however, important that you attend an Optician where a properly qualified person can advise on the correct frame for your child. This will ensure proper fitting and therefore optimal vision.’

At Mackey Opticians we have one of the largest ranges of kids eyewear in NI. Many of our glasses are completely free for school children and we have designer ranges including Ray-Ban, Guess, Sketchers and Converse available from just £29.

To book an a free eye test for your child please phone or email us.

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In today’s consumer driven society, most people have a tendency to increase the amount of personal possessions they own, sometimes on a daily or weekly basis. With the multitude of options, fashions and changing trends, the problem of how to store these precious treasures arises.

Tucking them away into boxes, under the bed or out of the way usually means that it becomes such a pain to find or retrieve them at the appropriate time that they become unused and under enjoyed.

Bedroom Storage is now something that people are considering more seriously and also very importantly, about how it is

organised.

Traditional storage solutions haven’t changed much over the years. Free standing wardrobes, drawer chests or dressing tables are all still available from your local furniture store. However,

with the demise of the national furniture manufacturing capacity these are now mostly imported products available on long lead times with a very inefficient storage value.

The restriction with standard free standing furniture is that considering the foot print the furniture consumes on your bedroom floor, the storage efficiency of the unit is often only 50% when you consider the space it takes floor to ceiling. If however, you are someone who likes to move house or change your room plan regularly, you can’t knock the flexibility of free standing furniture.

Fitted Bedroom Storage can be divided into two main categories, the mass produced methodology or the totally bespoke methodology. Either way, the purpose of fitted storage is to maximise the storage efficiency of a space, making our lifestyles more organised, less cluttered and leaving us with more time to actually enjoy what’s important.

The mass produced methodology is based on the principle of manufacturing standard sized production units, to create a modular range of unit types that can be grouped together to closer match a room area. In other words the furniture modules are made to production requirements and then grouped together to best fit the room where possible. Normally filler pieces are used to cover the areas that the units cannot cover. What this means when you relate the concept to the individuals storage needs is that the design may be between 20-30% inefficient in terms of achieving the maximum storage possibility.

The totally bespoke methodology, on the other hand builds directly into the space available regardless of the production process, taking into consideration the purpose and requirements of what needs to be stored and how it will be used. Ultimately the potential to maximise the storage efficiency comes down to the skill of the designer and how good the communication channels are with the customer. Creativity and style also play an important part in the finished storage solution which should compliment the rest of the living space. Bespoke products offer the unique benefit of successfully generating a higher level of consumer satisfaction without compromise.

You may think that this bespoke, individually designed closet space is only for the “rich and famous”. Well maybe that used to be the case and possibly still is with some of the more traditional furniture tradesmen. However, with the progression of computer aided design technology and linking this directly to the manufacturing process, it is now possible to produce one unit as efficiently as one hundred units. In fact studies have shown that using this process it has actually become an even more efficient way to manufacture. So an efficient company with a customer/design orientated approach should offer a competitive product, designed exactly as you need it, even if you are “rich and famous”.

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Painting is one of those DIY jobs that most of us are not afraid to tackle. After all, how difficult can it be to dip a brush into a paint tin and brush it onto a wall or door frame? Well! if you want a professional finish there is a little more to it than that.

Preparation is key to a good finish with any paint product, but with gloss you’ll get noticeably better results if you spend a little extra time preparing the surface. The simple step of rubbing down the undercoat with wet and dry paper, for example, helps the gloss to flow on better, giving a shiner finish to the job.

Keep things clean. Specks of dust, pet hair and flying insects can all conspire to ruin the best-applied paint. A vacuum cleaner and a tack cloth will be your best defence against them. Arm yourself before you start. After all that, the actual gloss

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1. Lay new plastic disposable dust sheets in the area you plan to work in. If you use material dust sheets make sure they are completely dust free.

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3. Use 240-grade sandpaper (wrapped around a sanding block, where possible) to

put a key onto the surface so the undercoat will adhere to it. Always sand in the direction of the grain. If the surface you plan to paint has several layers of old paint on it, you may have to start with a coarser grade of paper to get rid of any imperfections. Always finish off with a finer grade paper like 240 or you’ll end up with scratches that will show through the undercoat and top coat.

4.Once you’ve finished rubbing down, use a vacuum cleaner to get rid of the dust.

5. If you’re painting a window, or a door with glass panels, mask up the edges of the glass with 25mm masking tape. Use a sharp Stanley-type knife to cut the tape neatly into the corners. This will stop any paint getting on the glass and allows you to flow the paint on, rather than the tentative daubing.

6. Use a tack cloth to remove any dust before you begin painting. A surface may look clean but a tack cloth will prove otherwise.

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9. Leave the second undercoat to dry for 24 hours and then rub it down all over with 400-grade wet and dry paper (used dry) wrapped around a sanding block. This process gets rid of any surface imperfections ready for the gloss coat. Use a tack cloth to get rid of the rubbing-down dust.

10. Stir the gloss paint. Load the brush with gloss as shown in the picture and start painting in the middle and work outwards (as in step 8). Allow the gloss to flow out over the surface as you paint - don’t be tempted to over brush the paint or you’ll leave marks. Keep an eye out for runs in the paint (corners are particularly prone to them) and brush them out immediately.

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Do you know Newtownabbey Borough Council runs an Oil Stamp Saving Scheme? The scheme, which has been running for 6 years, has proved very popular with local residents, helping them to budget for their home heating oil costs.

The oil stamp scheme is very easy to use - £5 oil stamps can be bought at a wide range of shops and Council premises throughout

the Borough. Stamps are then attached to an oil stamp saving card. When you are ready to order oil you can contact any of the 29 oil suppliers who are part of the Newtownabbey scheme to get a quote and then let them know you have oil stamps. The stamps

can be used as part or total payment for the oil. Details of the scheme, and participating retail outlets/suppliers can be found on the Council’s website or by phoning the number below.

The Council has also been working with a number of local community organisations to set up community oil buying clubs. By co-ordinating orders for domestic heating oil in an area, the clubs are able to negotiate discounts with the oil suppliers by buying in bulk.

The clubs are a great way of helping communities make home heating oil more affordable. Everyone within the club pays the same price per litre regardless of the quantity of oil ordered and everyone benefits from the lower prices that can be negotiated by bulk buying. Club members are able to buy smaller quantities of oil at regular intervals.

In each club the householders register to join. The club sets its order deadline dates throughout the year and householders place their order by the deadline. Each club has a community co-ordinator who negotiates the best price from a range of suppliers and informs members of the price, supplier and the date of delivery. Each householder is responsible for paying the oil supplier directly by cash, oil stamps, debit or credit card.

Oil club members have commented that being part of the club has allowed them to get smaller amounts of oil more often, saves them ringing round for quotes, helps them to budget better and has given them peace of mind.

The oil clubs currently running within Newtownabbey are:Burnside (covering Burnside and Doagh), Ballyrobert (operating in a 1.5 mile radius from Ballyrobert), Monkstown (operating in a 1.5 mile radius of Monkstown) and Ollardale, Ballyclare.

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Throughout last year’s school year, local company the Henderson Group engaged with Monkstown Community School to gear their students up for life after education, how best to be prepared for employment and what they can expect upon leaving school. Here, Henderson Group’s Human Resource Manager, Emma Gibson, takes us through what is in store for the programme this year.

“The Business Class programme that is run in association with Business in the Community is where we reach out to both teachers and pupils with mentoring programmes, interesting speed-careers events and placement opportunities. It was a resounding success last year, and a new

calendar of activities has been set for the 2014/15 school year.

“The year will kick off with the mentoring programme; in September 2013, a group of 30 Year 12 students were matched with employees from the Henderson Group and they met monthly. The aim is to support

students in the second year of GCSE’s to help raise their aspirations, attainment and self-confidence, whilst gaining valuable knowledge and insights into careers. We’re really excited to welcome a new group of Year 12s to the programme after receiving such positive feedback from last year’s group – it helped them see what the real world of work was like, many fed back to us.

“We have a new initiative running this school year and we’re looking for Eco Warriers! It is called Eco Challenge and will involve a group of students from the school developing ideas and proposals for a project that will help the Henderson Group tackle sustainability issues. It could be something connected to energy usage, or waste management, or anything their creative minds can come up with! CSR is a huge part of what we do at the Group, and we need to reach out and make known to younger minds that are coming into the workplace that this is a serious topic. They can also learn from the standard the whole Group has set for an environmentally friendly work place.

“We also have plans to run another Speed-Careers Event. This was fantastic success last year when pupils got the opportunity to meet around ten different representatives from the Group covering a wide spectrum of careers including retail management, telesales, marketing, HGV driving, administration and human resources. This year, we’re focusing on Year 10 students as we believe this event will encourage them to think about the future and the choices they will have to make, ultimately helping them with their GCSE subject choices.

“Throughout 2014/15 we’ll also be offering work experience opportunities to Monkstown pupils. The Henderson Group will continue the successful teacher-into-business sessions to ensure effective transfer of industry-to-education knowledge and skills. Last year’s teacher, Mr Towers found his experience invaluable, telling us that not only did he learn so much, but it was quality experiences and information that was effective for the classroom and his pupils too.

“Last year was an amazing year for the school and the Group in terms of what we have achieved through this partnership. Seeing the impact on these young people has been fantastic. It has been particularly rewarding in terms of seeing them choose a route to success, seeing them progress, acquiring a real focus for the future, achieve their qualifications, being successful in job interviews and ultimately, securing employment. Here’s to another successful year!”

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Hope everyone’s had a good summer, done a few things about the house, maybe taken a bit of exercise around our beautiful countryside. Been treated to an unexpected lunch?

And how was mine?

Slightly different, just.....slightly! It began well enough, make no mistake. My wife and I had a lovely relaxing break in Spain at the start of July. Quite a few cloudy days, but no

shortage of heat. And when the sun did get a chance to poke its head through, boy, did we swelter. Even the endless beach walkers, those sellers of hats, ‘designer’ watches, melons, coconuts and more ‘designer’ sunglasses didn’t detract

from the bliss of thirty degrees.

And then there was the old lady I felt sorry for as we left our hotel one lunchtime.

Standing forlornly in the street offering what looked like sprigs of heather. Could “señor” spare a cent? Of course “señor” could. She must have been well into her late 60s, maybe early 70s and I immediately pulled a handful of coins from the hip pocket of my shorts. But she became somewhat distressed at the sight of two or three euro coins. The Spanish for ‘no’ is pretty similar to English but she refused the euros. A cent, just one cent.

My wife and I were becoming concerned that we were somehow needlessly upsetting her and as she pressed the sprigs of foliage into my hand Hazel suddenly yelled, “Watch out, she’s got her hand in your pocket!” It took milliseconds to take on board what Hazel was saying, was shouting. And in the next split second, Hazel – VERY wisely and very quickly – had her hand, followed by mine, on the old lady’s hand, in my hip pocket, in the middle of the street!

What that must have looked like, I’m not too sure, but as we gingerly and carefully removed her hand from my bottom, she shrugged and ambled off. We were astounded, speechless. “Check your money quickly,” urged Hazel, “and let’s move on down the street.”

As we flip-flopped to the corner, the four 10€ notes I knew I should have left from buying water and a newspaper that morning came out, rather crumpled after the three-handed tussle, but nevertheless, still the best part of forty-odd quid.

“What was all that about?” I gasped. “Surely we over-reacted. I mean, for goodness sake, look at the age of her, she......” And as we peered back round the corner, the ‘elderly’ old dear sprinted across the street, jumped into a parked Mercedes car, speeding off in the opposite direction!

On returning to the hotel, one of the receptionists, an English girl, Sue, listened to our opening description of what happened.

“And she was wearing a headscarf and had an old shawl wrapped around her?” she interrupted.

“Yes,” I enthused, “and was carrying an old wicker basket like the ones that.....”

Lifting the telephone, Sue began dialling the local police. “A professional pickpocket,” she announced, “you had a narrow escape. I need to let them know she’s back in the area.”

So my wife had saved the day. Simple. She’d been alert when I was about to be robbed blind. I owe her – big time.

The fact that lifting her suitcase at the airport pulled or tweaked something in my back, necessitating a visit to a back specialist when we got home, then an acupuncturist, then Doctor on call, then A&E....... . . . All of that is neither here nor there.

Hazel saved my bacon in Spain. My back is now entering its fifth week of pain and I’m off to hospital tomorrow for an X-ray.

But it probably wasn’t her suitcase....

Was probably the Spanish arm-wrestling!!

As the old lady pressed the sprigs of foliage into my hand Hazel suddenly yelled, “Watch out, she’s got her hand in your pocket. ““

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Painting Using Water Based MediaWednesday 17 September for 13 weeks (excluding 29 October)Tutor: Anne Colwell Time: 10am – 12 noon or 2pm – 4pm(2 separate classes)Cost: Adult £55.25 Concession: £44.20This class will cover watercolour, acrylic and water-soluble dry media (e.g. graphite, coloured pencil and pastel). Please bring along your own choice of materials from those above. Beginners welcome.

A Hand Made LifeThursday 18 September for 5 weeksTutor: Mary Kate Kelly Time: 10am – 12 noonCost: Adult £55.25 Concession: £44.20This course will explore a variety of crafting methods. Making things by hand can help us to slow down, value the unique and create both beautiful and practical objects. Create using your own stories rather than the mass produced or disposable ideas of someone else. Ultimately a very personal definition of your handmade life will begin to emerge. A list of materials will be provided on enrolment.

An Introduction to Hand Sewing & StitchingSaturday 20 September Tutor: Mary Kate KellyDuring this workshop you will learn how to follow a pattern using both basic hand sewing and decorative stitching. All materials will be provided.

Introduction to DrawingSaturday 27 September Tutor: Anne ColwellLearn the basics of drawing to help you develop confidence and skills. Use a range of drawing mediums and surfaces. For beginners and those wishing to refresh or develop their skills. A List of materials will be provided on enrolment.

Handmade Pamper WorkshopSaturday 4 October Tutor: SerendipityExperience the fragrant and colourful world of handmade cosmetics. Make a tootsie bar, bubble bar,bath bomb and crème cone to take home in your own presentation box. All materials will be provided.

The Crochet Year – Autumn Berry GarlandsSaturday 18 October Tutor: Mary Kate KellyThe first of three monthly crochet workshops. As the leaves begin to fall, celebrate the season and create a crocheted autumn berry garland to decorate your home or garden. Basic crochet skills are essential. Bring a crochet hook size 4.

Saturday 25 October Tutor: Salvage NIMake your own “chalk paint” and learn techniques such as crackling, distressing, layered distressing, decoupage, stencilling and texturing. A List of materials will be provided on enrolment.

Kids Workshops with Sandra Kerr & Sarah FahyAge: 8 - 14 years Time:10am – 1pm Cost:£5 per workshopPlease wear old clothes – things can get messy!Saturday 13 SeptemberWax Crayon Leafy Mobiles and Wax Resist PaintingSaturday 11 OctoberCreepy Spiders and Scary Lanterns for Halloween

Classes PricesEnrolment only in Person at Ballyearl Golf, Arts, Leisure. 585 Doagh Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 5RZ

Arts and Crafts Classes at Ballyearl Golf, Fitness ArtsAll classes are for 13 weeks and start week commencing 8th September 2014 unless stated

Date Class Time

Mondays Tapestry, Embroidery & Crochet 2.00pm – 4.00pm Commencing 22nd Sept for 10 weeks

Tuesdays Bobbin Lace & Crochet 7.30pm – 9.30pmSugarcraft 7.30pm – 9.30pm

Wednesdays Scrapbooking 7pm – 9pmBeadmaking & Crochet 7.30pm – 9.30pm

Thursdays Scrapbooking 7.00pm – 9.00pm

Arts and Crafts Classes at Museum at The MillCard MakingWednesday 10 September for 13 weeks (excluding 29 October)Tutor: Rhonda McKeown Time: 7.30pm – 9.30pmCost: Adult £55.25 Concession: £44.20Throughout this course you will learn a range of techniques to make your own cards - heat embossing, stamping, glass painting, paper pricking and tag cards. A weekly materials cost of £5 is payable on the night.

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13 weeks 10 weeks

Adult £55.25 £42.50

Concession £44.20 £34.00

Saturday Workshops at Museum at The Mill 10am – 4pm Cost £25.

Painting Using Water Based MediaWednesday 17 September for 13 weeks (excluding 29 October)Tutor: Anne Colwell Time: 10am – 12 noon or 2pm – 4pm(2 separate classes)Cost: Adult £55.25 Concession: £44.20This class will cover watercolour, acrylic and water-soluble dry media (e.g. graphite, coloured pencil and pastel). Please bring along your own choice of materials from those above. Beginners welcome.

A Hand Made LifeThursday 18 September for 5 weeksTutor: Mary Kate Kelly Time: 10am – 12 noonCost: Adult £55.25 Concession: £44.20This course will explore a variety of crafting methods. Making things by hand can help us to slow down, value the unique and create both beautiful and practical objects. Create using your own stories rather than the mass produced or disposable ideas of someone else. Ultimately a very personal definition of your handmade life will begin to emerge. A list of materials will be provided on enrolment.

An Introduction to Hand Sewing & StitchingSaturday 20 September Tutor: Mary Kate KellyDuring this workshop you will learn how to follow a pattern using both basic hand sewing and decorative stitching. All materials will be provided.

Introduction to DrawingSaturday 27 September Tutor: Anne ColwellLearn the basics of drawing to help you develop confidence and skills. Use a range of drawing mediums and surfaces. For beginners and those wishing to refresh or develop their skills. A List of materials will be provided on enrolment.

Handmade Pamper WorkshopSaturday 4 October Tutor: SerendipityExperience the fragrant and colourful world of handmade cosmetics. Make a tootsie bar, bubble bar,bath bomb and crème cone to take home in your own presentation box. All materials will be provided.

The Crochet Year – Autumn Berry GarlandsSaturday 18 October Tutor: Mary Kate KellyThe first of three monthly crochet workshops. As the leaves begin to fall, celebrate the season and create a crocheted autumn berry garland to decorate your home or garden. Basic crochet skills are essential. Bring a crochet hook size 4.

Saturday 25 October Tutor: Salvage NIMake your own “chalk paint” and learn techniques such as crackling, distressing, layered distressing, decoupage, stencilling and texturing. A List of materials will be provided on enrolment.

Kids Workshops with Sandra Kerr & Sarah FahyAge: 8 - 14 years Time:10am – 1pm Cost:£5 per workshopPlease wear old clothes – things can get messy!Saturday 13 SeptemberWax Crayon Leafy Mobiles and Wax Resist PaintingSaturday 11 OctoberCreepy Spiders and Scary Lanterns for Halloween

Classes PricesEnrolment only in Person at Ballyearl Golf, Arts, Leisure. 585 Doagh Road, Newtownabbey, BT36 5RZ

Arts and Crafts Classes at Ballyearl Golf, Fitness ArtsAll classes are for 13 weeks and start week commencing 8th September 2014 unless stated

Date Class Time

Mondays Tapestry, Embroidery & Crochet 2.00pm – 4.00pm Commencing 22nd Sept for 10 weeks

Tuesdays Bobbin Lace & Crochet 7.30pm – 9.30pmSugarcraft 7.30pm – 9.30pm

Wednesdays Scrapbooking 7pm – 9pmBeadmaking & Crochet 7.30pm – 9.30pm

Thursdays Scrapbooking 7.00pm – 9.00pm

Arts and Crafts Classes at Museum at The MillCard MakingWednesday 10 September for 13 weeks (excluding 29 October)Tutor: Rhonda McKeown Time: 7.30pm – 9.30pmCost: Adult £55.25 Concession: £44.20Throughout this course you will learn a range of techniques to make your own cards - heat embossing, stamping, glass painting, paper pricking and tag cards. A weekly materials cost of £5 is payable on the night.

To book your place

contact Museum

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028 9034 0129

A list of materials will be provided on enrolment

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Hard to believe but by now – in fact, some days ago – it started all over again. That ‘hard to take in’ moment when you realised that it really was the third week of August and the youngsters were getting ready to head back to school! Eek!! Where does time go? Those lazy, hazy endless days of summer. (Okay, those few days in July when we were enjoying glorious heat and sunshine!)

And those advocates of shorter summer holidays maybe genuinely do have a valid point. The idea of eight weeks stretching far ahead is brilliant. So much to do, so many friends to catch up with, so glad to be away from the wobbly school desks and fussy teachers. But would four weeks be ‘handier’?

And us? The parents, not the kids. How do we adapt or approach? Because make no mistake, if going back to school is a big change for children after such a long break, it’s quite a challenge for us too. And we’re the responsible adults remember! Maybe a

one month break is long enough. Maybe staggered breaks throughout the year might be better, for everyone?

The English model may well help with childminding, not to mention the kids’ retention of all that they’ve just learned. Frequent but shorter holiday periods may be much more helpful to many families. Holiday companies may find it a lot less convenient to suddenly boost the price of a week in the sun come the end of June. Mums and dads could well find it’s actually easier to function as a family unit with a few weeks together, rather than the mind-boggling eight! Tempers could possibly be more easily controlled sometimes!

And there are advantages to getting back into uniform. They get to see their friends again, something not always possible in summer. They get back into a routine, quite literally, a timetable; not a terribly fashionable idea for our children, I accept, but let’s be honest, for the vast majority of us, that’s what our lives will become. That’s how we operate in the big, wide world. Dictated to, and operating under, rules, regulations, structure.

No more dozing in bed ‘till 11am. No more breakfast at 12noon. No more slurps of cola for lunch. No more clothes ‘hung’ in an untidy bundle under the chair at the side of the bedroom! No more telly ‘till all hours, no more unwashed hair or too busy for a bath or shower! School brings renewed challenges for the entire family. Bedtimes become common again. Early rises will dictate this. And there’s always Saturday and Sunday to look forward to, with the later start to the day.

And think of the saving on electricity and internet usage! For goodness sake, it used to be that the summertime brought our cheapest energy bills. Is that still true today with TVs, PlayStations, X-Boxes and laptops vying for electrical use?? Does our internet provider send us the occasional reminder – during school holidays! – that in case we weren’t aware, we’re nearing the end of our ’fair usage’ contract!! Would we like to upgrade to another level of broadband?? No! Thanks for the offer but I think we pay you quite enough as it is, thanks very much! What about YOU repaying us some bonuses?? After all, thanks to our children and most other children throughout the land, we’ve increased your already handsome profits quite considerably this summer!

Thank goodness to see September! Get the little rascals’ lunch boxes looked out, shoes polished and yoghurt sponged off the tie or sweatshirt. It’s time for parents to say, “whew, it’s been a lonnng summer!”

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“Maybe a one month break is long enough. Maybe staggered breaks throughout the year might be better, for everyone?

By Luke North

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Whether you are starting first year or going into final year at uni here are some great tips for old and new students alike.

Make your lunch every day, it will save you a fortune.

Live with someone who can cook!

Eat fruit and veg. Your body will appreciate it.

Invest in a mini fridge for your room to stop your food from mysteriously disappearing.

When doing your essays always do your referencing and bibliography as you go along.

Try giving your student loan to your parents and ask them to pay you weekly. It is a great way to learn how to budget and not be overdrawn.

Make sure you have a hot-water bottle, blankets and lots of soup for the winter – you’ll need it in student housing when you can’t afford heating!

Drink a lot of water before bed and you’ll have a better chance of making your nine o’clock lecture!

Be organised with your work and make sure you begin course work and revising early.

Keep a ten-pound note wedged in the back of your phone or in your wallet – you never know when it might come in handy for a taxi home.

Drink tap water instead of Coke when you go for lunch – you’ll save a fortune.

Buy earplugs. Your housemates will never keep you awake again.

Buy loads of throws and rugs. You’ll need them to cover up manky student sofas and carpets.

Start a joint bank account with your flatmates for bills so you don’t end up chasing them for money.

Visit secondhand bookshops. Students from previous years are eager to make cash selling books they no longer need. Bookshop owners know next year’s students are likely to study the same texts so they buy them, and sell them on.

There are 1,000s of free e-Books that you can access through your Kindle, and the ones you have to pay for can be cheaper than hard copies. It beats carrying around 15 books!

When a reading list’s given out, there’s a massive rush in the library and all the key texts are taken. Rather than paying for books, join the local library.

Do as much work experience as you can while at uni. You’ll be grateful for it on your CV when you graduate.

Always log out of your Facebook. Unless you want a very rude status going out to hundreds of friends

Take photos of your student house when you move in and again when you move out. It’ll help with any disputes over deposits.

Sign up for emails from as many discount websites as possible. There are lots out there so ‘do your homework!’

Keep your bathroom products in your room. Unless you want to get through a bottle of shampoo a week!

Use Skype to keep in touch with your parents. It’s free and if you both have webcams you can see each other.

A mini laptop/notebook is much easier to transport to and from campus. Plus, they’re cheaper than the normal sized ones!

Halls are renowned for fire alarms going off at all hours. Keep a jumper handy when you go to bed just in case.

Keep a stash of 50p and pound coins. Great for the washer and the vending machine.

Go supermarket shopping with a friend and take advantage of the 2-for-1s. Go for one big supermarket shop a week rather than getting bits and pieces from expensive corner shops.

Arrange regular meetings with your personal tutor. That way they’ll know you if you ever have any problems.

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Merville Newtownabbey Photographic ClubThursday 18 September to Saturday 18 October

This exhibition showcases the work of the club through a selection of photographic prints. Members’ varied interests and abilities are illustrated through a range of subjects

including landscape, portrait and the natural world. This photographic club is over fifty years old and provides an outlet for local photographers, many displaying work of international standard.

Faces and PlacesBelinda LarmourThursday 23 October to Saturday 22 November

Local artist Belinda Larmour was recently awarded the Perpetual Trophy for best member’s work in show at the annual Arts Society of Ulster exhibition, judged by Neil Shawcross and Julian Friers.

This new exhibition will show two strands of Belinda’s work, portraiture and landscape painting. Her small portraits concentrate

purely on the face, without distraction of setting or costume and provide an interesting contrast to the sequence of much larger landscape works. These portray local places in a loose and vivid style.

Belinda will be holding workshops throughout the exhibition run looking at the process behind her paintings and the sketches and photographs used to develop them.

Participants will also be encouraged to use their own photographs and sketches in imaginative ways. For details of dates and times please contact Museum at The Mill.

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Local artist Belinda Larmour was recently awarded the Perpetual Trophy for best member’s work in show at the annual Arts Society of Ulster exhibition.“

Above: ‘ Merville Photographic Club Exhibit

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Above: Belinda Larmour landscape works

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Works can be sold so it will be a great

opportunity for visitors to view and

buy artworks by local artists.

Application forms are available from

Museum at The Mill at Mossley Mill

or can be downloaded from

www.newtownabbey.gov.uk/

museumatthemill along with the

standard gallery exhibition policy.

For more information please contact

MUSEUM AT THE MILL on

028 9034 0129 or the Museums and

Heritage Officer on 028 9034 0064.

Deadline for submissions will be 30th September 2014.

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Harvest the Hedgerows

Join us for an Autumn walk to find natural art materials in the woods and hedges at Sentry Hill, the history house. Create a woodland gobblin – will you leave yours in the woodland or take it home for your garden? Family Event. Booking Essential. £5 per child. T: 02890340061 E: [email protected]

Join hedgerow experts for a FREE family fun day with guided walks that explorebiodiversity; make Christmas art plus tasting of hedgerow food and drinks.No Booking required. For further information visit www.carrickfergus.org/events

FREE event. Wear suitable outdoor clothing.Contact Ruth WilsonT: 028 9446 3113 ext. 31371E: [email protected]

Hedgelaying is a traditional management technique. Ever wondered how it’s done? Well now is your chance! No Booking required.For further information visit www.carrickfergus.org/events

Join our FREE Christmas workshop, foraging along the Newtownabbey Way hedges for materials to make beautiful Christmas decorations for you home.Booking Essential. T: 02890340061 E: [email protected]


Wed 10th Sept 1pm – 2pm

Sat 13th Sept 2:30pm - 5pm

Sun 14th Sept 2.30pm – 4.30pm

Thurs 18th Sept 10am – 2pm

Sat 20th Sept 2.30pm – 5pm

Sat 4th Oct 11am – 1pm

Sat 11th Oct 2pm – 4pm

Sat 1st Nov 11am - 3pm

Sat 8th Nov 10am to 3pm

Sat 15th Nov Sat 29th Nov 10am - 3pm

Wed 3rd Dec 10am – 1pm

Sat 6th Dec 11am - 3pm

Foraging talk and tasting session

Ulster Hall, Belfast

Come along to our lunchtime interactive talk and we will show you how to identify and cook with wild plants. Discover what to do with the Autumn bounty of nuts and berries. We’ll suggest some recipes to get you started and there will be small tastings to whet your appetite. For more information contact 028 9033 4471 or E: [email protected]

Workshop and foraging walk for blackberries

Eden Allotment Gardens, Carrickfergus

Free workshop and foraging walk for blackberries plus tasting of hedgerow food and drinks. No Booking required. For further information visit www.carrickfergus.org/events

Autumn Hedgerow Forage

Lagan Valley Regional Park, Belfast

Join us foraging through the Lagan Valley Regional Park and discover the riches of hedgerows in Autumn. Meeting point Lockview carpark, Stranmillis. For more information contact Orla Maguire on T: 028 9032 0202 or E: [email protected]

Blackberries are Beautiful!

Sentry Hill, Newtownabbey

Take a walk around the gardens of Sentry Hill with foraging expert – then make and taste your foraging finds! FREE event, booking advised. T: 028 9034 0061 E: [email protected]

Blackberries and apples from the hedgerow.

Arches, Randalstown

Find out what tasty treats you can make from a native hedgerow. Booking required. FREE event. Wear suitable outdoor clothing. Contact Ruth Wilson T: 028 9446 3113 ext. 31371 E: [email protected]

Harvesting the Hedgerow


Make ice-cream from hedgerows?! Come along and find out how! This workshop will introduce the idea of where food comes from and encourages children to make good decisions with regard to what they eat. £5 per child (7 -12yrs). Booking Essential. T: 028 9034 0061 E: [email protected]

Art in the park

Get ready for Christmas!



Hedgelaying, coracle boat building and ‘coracling’ (paddling a coracle)

Canal Walk, Toomebridge

Hedgelaying Diamond Jubilee Wood, Whitehead

Get ready for Christmas

Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey

Celebrate the Christmas Hedgerow



.

Harvest the Hedgerows

Join us for an Autumn walk to find natural art materials in the woods and hedges at Sentry Hill, the history house. Create a woodland gobblin – will you leave yours in the woodland or take it home for your garden? Family Event. Booking Essential. £5 per child. T: 02890340061 E: [email protected]


FREE event. Wear suitable outdoor clothing.Contact Ruth WilsonT: 028 9446 3113 ext. 31371E: [email protected]

Hedgelaying is a traditional management technique. Ever wondered how it’s done? Well now is your chance! No Booking required.For further information visit www.carrickfergus.org/events

Join our FREE Christmas workshop, foraging along the Newtownabbey Way hedges for materials to make beautiful Christmas decorations for you home.Booking Essential. T: 02890340061 E: [email protected]


Wed 10th Sept 1pm – 2pm

Sat 13th Sept 2:30pm - 5pm

Sun 14th Sept 2.30pm – 4.30pm

Thurs 18th Sept 10am – 2pm

Sat 20th Sept 2.30pm – 5pm

Sat 4th Oct 11am – 1pm

Sat 11th Oct 2pm – 4pm

Sat 1st Nov 11am - 3pm

Sat 8th Nov 10am to 3pm

Sat 15th Nov Sat 29th Nov 10am - 3pm

Wed 3rd Dec 10am – 1pm

Sat 6th Dec 11am - 3pm

Foraging talk and tasting session

Ulster Hall, Belfast

Come along to our lunchtime interactive talk and we will show you how to identify and cook with wild plants. Discover what to do with the Autumn bounty of nuts and berries. We’ll suggest some recipes to get you started and there will be small tastings to whet your appetite. For more information contact 028 9033 4471 or E: [email protected]

Workshop and foraging walk for blackberries


Free workshop and foraging walk for blackberries plus tasting of hedgerow food and drinks. No Booking required. For further information visit www.carrickfergus.org/events

Autumn Hedgerow Forage

Lagan Valley Regional Park, Belfast

Join us foraging through the Lagan Valley Regional Park and discover the riches of hedgerows in Autumn. Meeting point Lockview carpark, Stranmillis. For more information contact Orla Maguire on T: 028 9032 0202 or E: [email protected]

Blackberries are Beautiful!


Take a walk around the gardens of Sentry Hill with foraging expert – then make and taste your foraging finds! FREE event, booking advised. T: 028 9034 0061 E: [email protected]

Blackberries and apples from the hedgerow.

Arches, Randalstown

Find out what tasty treats you can make from a native hedgerow. Booking required. FREE event. Wear suitable outdoor clothing. Contact Ruth Wilson T: 028 9446 3113 ext. 31371 E: [email protected]

Harvesting the Hedgerow


Make ice-cream from hedgerows?! Come along and find out how! This workshop will introduce the idea of where food comes from and encourages children to make good decisions with regard to what they eat. £5 per child (7 -12yrs). Booking Essential. T: 028 9034 0061 E: [email protected]

Art in the park

Get ready for Christmas!



Hedgelaying, coracle boat building and ‘coracling’ (paddling a coracle)

Canal Walk, Toomebridge

Hedgelaying Diamond Jubilee Wood, Whitehead

Get ready for Christmas

Mossley Mill, Newtownabbey

Celebrate the Christmas Hedgerow



BeautyAutumn Glow Pamper Day £49Package Includes:

• Jessica Manicure or a Zenspa Pedicure

• Afternoon Tea with a Glass of Bubbly

• Full use of LivingWell Facilities

• Towels, Slippers and robes will be provided

To book please call

028 9443 5566

OFFER ONE: Join for £15 and receive your first month FREE plus 4 free Boot Camp sessions. OFFER TWO: Join up and receive a tub of Kenitica Protein FREE

Boot Camp – Are You Tough Enough? Every Sunday @ 11am price £4pp Includes …• Weigh In • Team Events • Tug of War • Tyre Flip • Keg Run • Shuttle runs • Sand Bag Assault • Cargo Scramble • Relax Time in Livingwell

Please call to book your space.

Contact 028 9443 5566 to join now!


A car’s ability to protect you and your passengers against serious injury in an accident has improved a lot since the ‘clunk-click’ era of the 1970s.

Nowadays we take seatbelts and airbags for granted while new cars, powered by the pace of development in electronics, camera and radar technology have the ability to prevent a crash before it happens. So what is this technology?

Blind Spot MonitoringSystems that use radar or cameras to warn if there’s another vehicle in your blind spot as you start to change lanes are set to become

commonplace.

Lane Keeping SupportSome cars now feature forward-looking cameras or other sensors to work out your position relative to any white lines on the road surface. If you’re travelling at speed and start to cross a white

line without indicating, a lane departure warning system will give you audible, visual or tactile - seat or steering wheel vibration - feedback.

More advanced systems provide lane keeping support as well as warning. If you drift onto the white line without indicating the system applies a gentle correcting force through the steering.

AlcolocksEarly systems are integrated with the vehicle’s immobiliser. You need to provide a breath alcohol sample below the prescribed limit before the car can be started. In the future, systems might be able to measure blood alcohol passively through sensors built into the steering wheel.

Autonomous Emergency BrakingRadar and forward looking cameras mounted behind the rear view mirror or front grill can detect other vehicles, obstacles and pedestrians.

Depending on the system you might get a warning of a possible collision first, followed by automatic pre-crash braking to reduce the severity of impact if the car decides a crash is inevitable.

Night visionInfrared sensors can ‘see’ further than the car’s headlights and give you advanced warning of pedestrians or animals in the road. Warm bodies show up white against a cold dark background in an image displayed on the sat nav screen or in a ‘head-up’ display in front of the driver.

CamerasUltrasonic parking sensors that bleep when you approach a wall, and rear-facing cameras are both quite common already.

Side-view cameras, mounted in the front bumper or wing, will give you a clear view up and down the road as you edge out of a junction, even if your own line-of-sight is obscured.

Drowsiness warning / Alertness sensingWhen you get tired, the way you drive changes. The changes are subtle but sensors looking at speed, steering input, road positioning, use of major and minor controls etc. can detect the early stages of drowsiness and warn the driver that it may be time to take a break.

Speed limit assistanceCameras can recognise and ‘read’ speed limit signs to give you extra information about local speed limits to complement the built-in sat nav. In the future cameras might be able to read other signs as well.

Adaptive/active Cruise ControlBasic cruise control systems keep the car moving at a set, constant speed until you brake, accelerate or change gear.

‘Autonomous’ or ‘adaptive’ cruise control systems use radar to detect other vehicles on the road. Knowing their position and relative speed the system can automatically maintain a safe speed and following distance without you having to override the cruise control. Combined with lane keeping support, autonomous cruise control signals the possibility of the automated highway.

Adaptive HeadlightsUsing automatic self-levelling and new sensors, car manufacturers are developing adaptive headlight systems that move and adjust to the driving conditions. Corners and bends can be illuminated more clearly and high beam can illuminate as much of the road as possible without dazzling other drivers.

MOTORING

42.

Active Electronic Car Safety

“Because of developments in modern technology, car crashes are now much more surviveable, but prevention is better than cure.

Courtesy of www.theaa.com

Book a test drive todayCharles Hurst Nissan547 Antrim Road Newtownabbey BT36 4RF0844 947 7119

Fuel economy figures for the Nissan range mpg (L/100km). Urban - 51.4-33.6 (5.5-8.4), Extra Urban - 74.3-49.6 (3.8-5.7), Combined - 64.3-42.2 (4.4-6.7), CO2 emissions 103-159 g/km. *Personal Contract Hire offer for Retail customers only and is based on one months initial rental followed by 47 monthly rentals inclusive of VAT. Mileage restrictions of 6,000 miles per annum applies and excess mileage will be charged for. Written quotations are available on request. Guarantees/Indemnities may be required. You will not own this vehicle at the end of the agreement.

www.charleshurst.com/nissan

SUMMER OFFERS FROM CHARLES HURST NISSANAT COOL PRICES

With £20 a year road tax

Low insurance group

Up to 56.5 miles per gallon

NEW MODEL MICRA ONLY £8,495 INCLUDING METALLIC PAINT

16” Alloy Wheels

Body Coloured Door Mirrors

Remote Central Locking

NEW MODEL JUKE FROM ONLY £199 PER MONTHON PERSONAL CONTRACT HIRE* £199 DEPOSIT

Book a test drive todayCharles Hurst Nissan547 Antrim Road Newtownabbey BT36 4RF0844 947 7119

Fuel economy figures for the Nissan range mpg (L/100km). Urban - 51.4-33.6 (5.5-8.4), Extra Urban - 74.3-49.6 (3.8-5.7), Combined - 64.3-42.2 (4.4-6.7), CO2 emissions 103-159 g/km. *Personal Contract Hire offer for Retail customers only and is based on one months initial rental followed by 47 monthly rentals inclusive of VAT. Mileage restrictions of 6,000 miles per annum applies and excess mileage will be charged for. Written quotations are available on request. Guarantees/Indemnities may be required. You will not own this vehicle at the end of the agreement.

www.charleshurst.com/nissan

SUMMER OFFERS FROM CHARLES HURST NISSANAT COOL PRICES

With £20 a year road tax

Low insurance group

Up to 56.5 miles per gallon

NEW MODEL MICRA ONLY £8,495 INCLUDING METALLIC PAINT

16” Alloy Wheels

Body Coloured Door Mirrors

Remote Central Locking

NEW MODEL JUKE FROM ONLY £199 PER MONTHON PERSONAL CONTRACT HIRE* £199 DEPOSIT

It will come as welcome news to young drivers and their parents in Northern Ireland that Ballyrobert is helping drive down the cost of motoring, thanks to a ground-breaking new offer from Vauxhall.

Teaming up with insurance provider ingenie, the manufacturer is offering those aged 18-20 one year’s insurance cover for a one off payment of just £99 when they purchase one of Vauxhall’s most popular Corsa models; the Excite or Limited Edition.

As an added bonus, each driver can earn the entire cost of the insurance back with good driving – up to £33 per quarter - meaning

the total cost of insurance for twelve months could be paid back. This is believed to be the first time that potentially free insurance has been offered to this age-group.

John Lyle, Retail Operator with sites in Bangor and Mallusk, explains: “Vauxhall is keen to help young drivers take to the road without breaking the bank, and most importantly to keep them safe while they’re there.

“This offer is ground breaking news for young drivers, some of whom could be paying over £2,000 for insurance when they’re 18.”

Each Vauxhall car bought under the innovative scheme is fitted with ‘black box’ technology which monitors driving style, including speed, acceleration, braking and cornering. Every 10 days – or 40 miles – ingenie provides the driver with a score based on how well they are driving, along with feedback messages in a smartphone app on how to improve, and how much money they’re on track to save on their insurance. After every three months, an overall score is provided and the insurance money can be reclaimed.

John Lyle adds: “Black box technology encourages good driving, gives parents peace of mind and can also save the driver money”

MOTORING

Driving Down Insurance Costs

To find out more, please visit Ballyrobert at www.ballyrobert.co.uk

*Offer subject to availability at participating Retailers only. Finance subject to status, terms and conditions apply. Applicants must be 18 years or over. Finance by Vauxhall Finance, PO Box 6666, Cardiff, CF15 7YT. Offer includes Vauxhall contribution. Customer deposit shown after deduction of Vauxhall contribution. At the end of the Personal Contract Purchase agreement there are three options: i) Retain the vehicle: Pay the optional final payment to own the vehicle, Corsa Excite £3,638, Corsa Limited Edition £5,035, ii) Return the vehicle, or iii) Replace: Part Exchange the vehicle, where equity is available. Offer applies to private individuals, Vauxhall Partners and small businesses 1-24 (purchase only excluding B2B supported units). All other customers are excluded. ‡First year insurance offer available on Corsa Excite and Limited Edition models only. All drivers must have held a valid full UK licence for a minimum of 1 year. All policies are underwritten by Ageas Insurance Ltd. Other insurance specific Terms and Conditions apply. ^Drivers aged 18-20 will make a contribution of £99 to their premium and must agree to the fitting of a telematics box to the car: every 3 months, your policy will be reviewed and if you drive well, we will return part of this to you. The policy may be cancelled for consistently poor driving. Only available through ingenie. **The offer will cover the full premium for drivers aged between 21-75 (motor policy only). Only available through Vauxhall Insurance. Vauxhall Lifetime Warranty covers lifetime ownership of first registered keeper, 100,000 mile limit. Terms and Conditions apply. Offer available on orders or registrations between 2 July and 1 October 2014. We can introduce you to a limited number of finance providers, commission may be received. #Official EU-regulated test data are provided for comparison purposes and actual performance will depend on driving style, road conditions and other non-technical factors.

Official Government Test Environmental Data. Fuel consumption figures mpg (litres/100km) and CO2 emissions (g/km). Vauxhall Corsa Excite and Corsa Limited Edition: Urban: 39.2 (7.2) – 64.2 (4.4), Extra-urban: 62.8 (4.5) – 83.1 (3.4), Combined: 51.4 (5.5) – 74.3 (3.8). CO2 emissions: 129 -100g/km.#

Ballyrobert 402 Belfast Road Bangor BT19 1UE

Tel: 0845 362 5214www.ballyrobert.co.uk

Ballyrobert 1 Mallusk Road Newtownabbey BT36 4XSTel: 0845 362 5215www.ballyrobert.co.uk

CORSA FUNFROM £189 A MONTH, £189 DEPOSIT* PLUS INSURANCE OFFERCORSA EXCITEWith Morrocana trim, 16" alloy wheels, Bluetooth®

connectivity, front fog lights, leather-covered steeringwheel with audio controls.

CORSA LIMITED EDITIONWith 17" black twin-spoke alloy wheels, VXR Styling Pack,sports style front seats, sport suspension,air conditioning, cruise control.

0%APRREPRESENTATIVEFLEXIBLE PCP*

1 YEAR’S INSURANCE‡

18-20 yrs ONLY £99^

21-75 yrs FREE**

CORSA LIMITED EDITION £199 customer deposit*

£199 per month. over 35 months.

CORSA EXCITE £189 customer deposit*

£189 per month. over 35 months.

FOR MOTABILITY

CHOOSE

1 Mallusk Road NEWTOWNABBEY BT36 4XSTel: 0845 362 5206

402 Belfast Road BANGOR BT19 1UETel: 0845 362 5205

www.ballyrobert.co.uk

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Worry-free motoring for your peace of mind.Included with your Motability car:• Breakdown recovery • Servicing & maintenance• Road tax & insurance • 60,000 mileage allowance (over 3 years)

Above: Vauxhall slashes young-driver insurance costs

MPG figures are achieved under official EU test conditions, intended as a guide for comparative purposes only, and may not reflect actual on-the-road driving conditions. #Terms and conditions apply, participating dealers only or visit www.peugeot.co.uk. A guarantee may be required. Written quotations available from Peugeot Financial Services, Quadrant House, Princess Way, Redhill, RH1 1QA. Personal Lease contract example, 2008 Access+ initial payment £995, optional final payment £5,268, 46 monthly rentals of £179 based on 6,000 miles per annum. If you choose to pay off the optional final rental, you can pay an annual rental equivalent to one of your monthly rentals but will not own the car. Ownership is possible with Passport, ask your Dealer for details. Excess mileage charges may apply. Offer available on cars ordered and registered by 30th September 2014. Calls may be recorded for training purposes.

MOTION & EMOTION

PEUGEOT 2008 ACCESS+The versatile new Peugeot 2008 Access+. Includes LED Daytime running lights, Cruise control with speed limiter, Electrically operated and heated door mirrors, Anti-Lock Braking and Electronic Stability Programme. Thanks to our great finance offers, you can drive away the new Peugeot 2008 from only £179 per month. For a test drive, call into your local Northern Ireland Peugeot dealer today.

NEW PEUGEOTSTILL AFFORDABLE

2008 ACCESS+• ELECTRIC FRONT WINDOWS

• AIR CONDITIONING

• CRUISE CONTROL WITH SPEED LIMITER

• ELECTRICALLY OPERATED AND HEATED DOOR MIRRORS

£179per month

on Passport Personal Lease#

Official Fuel Consumption in MPG (l/100km) and CO2 emissions (g/km) for the 2008 range are: Urban 36.7 – 68.9 (7.7 – 4.1), Extra Urban 58.9 – 78.5 (4.8 – 3.6), Combined 47.9 – 74.3 (5.9 – 3.8) and CO2 135 – 98 (g/km).

Curtis Cars Newtownabbey310 Ballyclare Road, Newtownabbey Tel 9083 8500 www.curtispeugeot.co.uk

RENAULT SUMMER SEASONLET SUMMER SET YOU FREE

CHARLES HURST RENAULT 547 ANTRIM ROAD, CHIMNEY CORNER, BT36 4RF TEL 0844 539 5846 WWW.CHARLESHURST.COM/RENAULTThe official fuel consumption figures in mpg (l/100km) for the cars shown are: Urban 28 (10.1)–47(6); Extra Urban 47.9 (5.9)–64.02 (4.4); Combined 38.2 (7.4)–56.49 (5). The official CO2 emissions are 174–115g/km. EU Directive and Regulation 692/2008 test environment figures. Fuel consumption and CO2 may vary with driving styles,road conditions and other factors. Finance subject to status. Guarantees and indemnities may be required. You must be at least 18 and a UK resident (excluding the Isle of Man and Channel Islands). Offer based on 6000 miles pa, excess mileage 8p per mile inc VAT. Terms and conditions apply. Our dealership introduces customers to a limited number of financial providers including RCI Financial Services Ltd. Finance provided by RCI Financial Services Limited, PO Box 149, Watford WD17 1FJ. ^Deposit contribution is available to new Renault Finance customers when taking Renault Finance on a new Renault Clio (excluding Clio Expression and Renaultsport). £1000 deposit contribution is available to new Renault Finance customers when taking Renault Finance on a new Renault Captur. *Terms and exclusions apply. 4+ package available to non-business customers on new Renault vehicles. Warranty 4 years/100,000 miles and routine servicing 4 years/48,000 miles (whichever comes first).

RENAULT CLIO DYNAMIQUE MEDIANAV 1.2 6V 75 with £1,500 Deposit Contribution^

• Touchscreen Navigation

• Bass Reflex Sound System

• Efficient Engines

• 4 Years Servicing, 4 Years Warrany, 4 Years Roadside Assistance*

RENAULT CAPTUR DYNAMIQUE MEDIANAV TCe 90 with £1000 Deposit Contribution^

• Washable, Removable Seat Covers




Cash Price £13,195Dealer Deposit Contribution £1,500Customer Deposit £990Term 49 MonthsMonthly Payments £159Total Amount of Credit £10,705

Optional Final Payment £5,008Finance Facility Fee £99Option to Purchase Fee £149

Total Amount Payable £15,378

Fixed Interest Rate Per Annum 6.12%

APR Representative 6.9%

48 monthly payments £169Customer deposit £2,032Cash price £15,195Dealer deposit contribution £1,000Total amount of credit £12,163Optional final payment £6,370

Finance facility fee £99Option to purchase fee £149Total amount payable £17,762

Duration 49 months

Fixed interest rate p.a. 6.24%


RENAULT CAPTUR DYNAMIQUE MEDIANAV TCe 90 REPRESENTATIVE EXAMPLE

RENAULT CLIO DYNAMIQUE MEDIANAV 1.2 6V 75 REPRESENTATIVE EXAMPLE

RENAULT SUMMER SEASONLET SUMMER SET YOU FREE

CHARLES HURST RENAULT 547 ANTRIM ROAD, CHIMNEY CORNER, BT36 4RF TEL 0844 539 5846 WWW.CHARLESHURST.COM/RENAULTThe official fuel consumption figures in mpg (l/100km) for the cars shown are: Urban 28 (10.1)–47(6); Extra Urban 47.9 (5.9)–64.02 (4.4); Combined 38.2 (7.4)–56.49 (5). The official CO2 emissions are 174–115g/km. EU Directive and Regulation 692/2008 test environment figures. Fuel consumption and CO2 may vary with driving styles,road conditions and other factors. Finance subject to status. Guarantees and indemnities may be required. You must be at least 18 and a UK resident (excluding the Isle of Man and Channel Islands). Offer based on 6000 miles pa, excess mileage 8p per mile inc VAT. Terms and conditions apply. Our dealership introduces customers to a limited number of financial providers including RCI Financial Services Ltd. Finance provided by RCI Financial Services Limited, PO Box 149, Watford WD17 1FJ. ^Deposit contribution is available to new Renault Finance customers when taking Renault Finance on a new Renault Clio (excluding Clio Expression and Renaultsport). £1000 deposit contribution is available to new Renault Finance customers when taking Renault Finance on a new Renault Captur. *Terms and exclusions apply. 4+ package available to non-business customers on new Renault vehicles. Warranty 4 years/100,000 miles and routine servicing 4 years/48,000 miles (whichever comes first).

RENAULT CLIO DYNAMIQUE MEDIANAV 1.2 6V 75 with £1,500 Deposit Contribution^


• Bass Reflex Sound System



RENAULT CAPTUR DYNAMIQUE MEDIANAV TCe 90 with £1000 Deposit Contribution^

• Washable, Removable Seat Covers




Cash Price £13,195Dealer Deposit Contribution £1,500Customer Deposit £990Term 49 MonthsMonthly Payments £159Total Amount of Credit £10,705

Optional Final Payment £5,008Finance Facility Fee £99Option to Purchase Fee £149

Total Amount Payable £15,378

Fixed Interest Rate Per Annum 6.12%


48 monthly payments £169Customer deposit £2,032Cash price £15,195Dealer deposit contribution £1,000Total amount of credit £12,163Optional final payment £6,370

Finance facility fee £99Option to purchase fee £149Total amount payable £17,762

Duration 49 months

Fixed interest rate p.a. 6.24%


RENAULT CAPTUR DYNAMIQUE MEDIANAV TCe 90 REPRESENTATIVE EXAMPLE

RENAULT CLIO DYNAMIQUE MEDIANAV 1.2 6V 75 REPRESENTATIVE EXAMPLE

MOTORINGTRADES & SERVICES

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See our amazing range ofdecorative gravels, garden bark,topsoil and paving at our depotsat BALLYCLARE & Ballymoney

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and use our free calculatorto work out quantities you needfor your landscape project

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The Volvo XC90 from just £299.38 per monthfrom just £299.38 per month

Offi cial fuel consumption for the Volvo XC90 D5 ESin MPG (l/100km): Urban 26.9 (10.5), Extra Urban 41.5 (6.8), Combined 34.4 (8.8). CO2 Emissions 215g/km. MPG fi gures are obtained from laboratory testing intended for comparisons between vehicles and may not refl ect real driving results. Finance subject to status. 5.9% fi nance available on all XC90 models registered by 30 September 2014. *At participating dealers. Example based on mileage of 8,000 per annum, excess mileage charge 14.9 pence per mile. At the end of the Personal Contract Purchase there are three options: (i) pay the Final Payment/GFV (Guaranteed Future Value) to own the vehicle; (ii) part exchange the vehicle, where equity is available; or (iii) return the vehicle. Further charges may be made sub-ject to the condition of the vehicle. We can introduce you to a number of fi nance providers. We may receive commission for the introduction. Terms and conditions apply. 18s or over. Guarantee/Indemnity may be required. Volvo Car Credit RH1 1SR. Model shown for illustrative purpose only.

SMW Belfast Volvo Business Centre Tel: 028 9068 6000 • www.smwbelfast.co.uk

Book a test drive with SMW Belfast today

PERSONAL CONTRACT PURCHASE REPRESENTATIVE EXAMPLE: Volvo XC90 D5 ES

48 monthly payments £299.38

Customer deposit £8,499

On the road price* £31,995

Total amount of credit £21,496

Interest charges £3,849.74

Total amount payable £35,844.74

Final Payment £10,975.50

Finance Deposit Contribution £2,000

Duration of agreement (months) 48

Fixed Rate of interest p.a 3.04%

Representative APR 5.9% APR

Plus 3 year’s servicing for £300 or 5 year’s servicing for £500

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