Yamba residents opposed to a proposal for a $11.1 million upgrade to the Treelands Dr community centre could back a move to switch the funding to rebuild the Grafton pool complex.
The Grafton Pool was closed for the summer after a report revealed a potential for a catastrophic failure of its infrastructure due to massive water leaks over many years.
At a community meeting last week around 40 Yamba residents rejected two council proposals that involved demolishing and rebuilding the Treelands Dr Community Centre and selling off the Wooli St Hall and neighbouring Yamba Library to defray the costs.
The funding has come from the NSW Government Bushfre Local Economic Recovery Funds to develop resilience in bush fre affected communities.
Community group Yamba Community Action Network called the meeting which came up with fve alternative options to the two Clarence Valley Council had on display.
The group said residents could not understand the need to demolish the Treelands Dr centre which was just 20 years old.
And they did not want to sacrifce a valuable community asset like the Wooli St Hall and the library to help pay for it.
In fact at least one of the options put forward at the meeting discussed a switch of funding from the community centre project to the pool rebuild.
Yamba CAN chair James Lamerton said in reality none of the options generated at the meeting were likely to succeed.
“It’s really to let council know what people are thinking,” he said. “Maybe it’s illinformed of council to
spend millions of dollars on a centre which is still relatively new.
“Maybe the council should be looking at better ways of spending that money in the community.”
A report to this week’s Clarence Valley Council meeting seeks to capitalise on the Yamba community’s reluctance to spend money on a community centre and the Grafton community’s desperation to fnd an estimated $24 million on a new aquatic centre.
The report from council’s general manager Laura Black sought approval to apply for reallocation of the BLER Funds from the hall project to the Regional Aquatic Centre.
The report additionally
seeks the support of the State and Federal Members MPs Chris Gulaptis MP and Kevin Hogan MP for the transfer.
The transferred funds would Stage 1 of the Regional Aquatic Centre, which the council has already approved.
Ms Black’s report also asked the council to place its Borrowing Policy on public exhibition and receive a further report including any feedback as well as borrowing opportunities to support the delivery of key infrastructure identifed in the report.
It also recommended delaying construction commencement of the Treelands Dr centre upgrade including library relocation until July 2024.
The report details the costs of Stage 1 of the pool redevelopment would be $24 million
Council proposed to fund the work with a combination of grants, dipping into general revenue and a loan.
• Reallocated BLER funding $11,107,882
• Stronger Country Communities Grant (SCCG) $1,453,000
• 2018 SRV* Exp 23/24 & 24/25 Buildings & Open Space $1,270,824
• S712 Contributions $733,000
• General Revenue Allocation 23/24 & 24/25 $1,935,294
• Loan 5% over 25 years $7,500,000
Acting on advice from accountants Ernst & Young, which said the council’s fnancial situation had improved
to the point it could raise its borrowing levels, the council last year approved lifting its debt ceiling from $130 million to $197 million.
Councillors argued at the time that while no borrowing was recommended, lifting the ceiling opened options for council to fund vital infrastructure.
Councillors said a conservative approach should limit any extra borrowing to no more than $24 million.
The report to council this week said a new loan of $20M maximum at 5% over 25 years, would achieve a comfortable debt service ratio, with the estimated ratio being only 4.6% which is 7.4% below the 12% benchmark.
But the new debt ceiling policy had not been placed on public exhibition, which this report to council recommended councillors approve.
Additionally council would need to ask for an extension of the deadline to spend the BLER funds on either project, as projects funded must be completed by June 30, 2024.
Neither the hall nor the pool project would meet those deadlines.
While the authorities seek for ways to fully fund the rebuild of the Regional Aquatic Centre at Grafton, work has begun to uncover the extent of damage at the site.
Last week cranes lifted two digging machines into the olympic, diving and wading pools to take core samples of the ground under the pools.
Earlier this year
Clarence Valley Council ordered the complex be shut for the summer because water leaks over many years had made an infrastructure collapse imminent.
The council approved a $3.8 million expenditure to uncover the extent of the damage and reveal the state of the site for a proposed two-stage redevelopment of the site.
An unconfrmed report said the machines had taken core samples of soil to a depth of 18 metres from the bottom of each pool.
These samples would be tested to assess the extent and nature of the damage to the grounds in which the new pools would be built.
Last year a report to council revealed hundreds of thousands
of litres of water leaked from the pools each year and in recent times the leaks had become worse.
Staff preparing the pools for the coming summer had noticed unevenness in the tiles in the swimming, diving and wading pools suggesting the pool structure was compromised and it would be unsafe to open the pool over the summer
When Grafton Midday Rotary sets up its Giant Booksale it doesn’t count the books, but more or less weighs them, says the event co-ordinater Peter Robinson.
When quizzed about the number of books on display at Grafton’s Criterion Theatre for last weekend’s sale, Mr Robinson, said he couldn’t even guess.
“But we bought them here in a three-tonne truck, which was just about flled to capacity,” he said.
The club warehouses books donated to it at the Blanchard Haulage depot in Westlawn and just about every Tuesday and he plus booksale committee members David and Leila Thompson sort and catalogue their donations and put them in labelled boxes.
Mr Robinson said their library labour of love makes each book sale a breeze to coordinate.
“We have boxes sorted into all the categories we need,” he said. “It’s just a matter of working how many from each category we need and loading them onto the truck.
“If we fnd we have too many of one kind and not enough of another,
it’s just a matter of a quick trip to fx it up.”
Like most community ventures in recent years Covid-19 has restricted the number of sales the club has staged, but Mrs Thompson, who operated the till on Saturday, said the love of books was
still strong.
“It’s been pretty steady here all day today,” she said. “We’ve got people browsing all the time, which is a good indicator of the interest.
“What’s been great is the number of kids books we’ve ‘sold’. It’s
something that always surprises you, the love of reading children have.”
For some, like Grafton’s Norman Rose, who walked out of the sale with a baker’s dozen of books in his $10 bag, it was a love that never went away.
“I’ve always loved reading,” he said. “In fact I’ll read anything. If I’m just sitting down anywhere I just fnd myself reading anything around me.”
Mr Rose found a good selection of books ranging from novels and history to sport for himself and family members.
While Mr Robinson doesn’t know how many books arrive at the sale, he has some fgures to gauge how many leave with customers.
“We sell about 100 bags of books at $10 and most contain between 25 to 30 books,” he said. But then he thought a moment.
“But we don’t charge anything for children’s books, so I don’t know how many of those we ‘sell’,” he said.
The proceeds of the booksale go towards developing childhood literacy.
The seed of an idea by Lismore MP, Janelle Saffn, during the food disasters in Lismore is set to become law and a new body tasked with the prevention, preparation, recovery, and reconstruction for the impact of all disasters in New South Wales will be created.
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is modelled on the Queensland Reconstruction Authority.
The Authority will have the following functions and powers:
• Facilitate the protection, recovery, and reconstruction of affected communities;
• Mitigate against the impacts of potential disasters on communities; and,
• Improve the resilience and adaptability of affected communities to potential disasters.
The Authority will deal with natural disasters such as bushfres, foods, earthquakes, landslides, heatwaves, severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and tsunamis. Hazards caused by natural disasters, including air pollution, water and soil contamination and water insecurity will also be within the Authority’s remit.
Natural disasters are becoming more frequent, more intense, wreaking
more damage than ever before, and causing more loss of life.
Disasters are having a bigger impact on regional and rural areas of the state, like Lismore.
The recovery and reconstruction from disasters in areas like Lismore is hampered by constraints on labour and construction material supply.
NSW Labor has supported the creation of the NSW Reconstruction Authority and moved a series of amendments to improve the governance, transparency, and oversight arrangements associated with it.
Shadow Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, Paul Scully, paid tribute to the Member for Lismore for her efforts in convincing the
Government to proceed with the legislation.
“Janelle Saffn is the real champion of this legislation, and the creation of the NSW Reconstruction Authority is an important legacy, she and the Lismore community can be proud of.
“It’s off the back of the tragic and challenging experiences of the Lismore community, devastated by fooding, that Janelle saw frsthand, and felt the need for New South Wales to do far, far better in the recovery from disasters and the creation of the NSW Reconstruction Authority will go a long way to achieving that”, he said.
Member for Lismore Janelle Saffn said “When the catastrophic
foods hit the Northern Rivers region it was clear that we needed whole different way of what I call “doing disaster”.
“Since day one I have advocated for a NSW Reconstruction Authority modelled on the successful QLD Reconstruction Authority (QRA) - an overarching agency to guide preparedness, response, recovery, reconstruction, mitigation and transformational adaptation.
“For my community to have the best preparedness for and response to disasters— and there will be more— requires the State to have the best response to disasters.
“This historic bill heralds a wholesale change to the way in which New South Wales will deal with all disasters, not just foods,” Ms Saffn said.
Member for Coffs Harbour Gurmesh Singh said Volunteering Coffs Harbour Inc. had received $3,525 for its VolunteeringConnecting for Life project to host a volunteering expo during the festival.
The NSW Seniors Festival is the largest celebration of seniors in the southern hemisphere.
“These communityled activities and events are great for seniors and help keep them connected with their local community during the NSW Seniors Festival,” Mr Singh said.
Minister for Seniors Mark Coure said Volunteering Coffs Harbour joins more than 80 community organisations across the state that have received a share in
“Each of these groups are helping make the festival even bigger, giving seniors more opportunities to get involved across the State,” Mr Coure said.
“Seniors are such an important part of our local communities and I am proud to see so many organisations want to help celebrate them.”
The activities hosted by the community groups will take place during the NSW Seniors Festival, which is scheduled to run from 1-12 February 2023.
Each of the 85 activities are to provide seniors an opportunity to get involved during the festival and connect them with their local community, no matter their background or abilities.
For more information, please visit https://www.nsw. gov.au/seniors-festival.
By SAMANTHA ELLEY
With their distinctive Cappello Alpino hat and accompanying feather, members of the elite Alpini corps of the Italian Army are celebrating 150 years after being formed in 1872.
They carry the honour
of being the oldest mountain infantry in the world.
The Alpini were formed 11 years after the unifcation of Italy and were brought together to protect the peninsula’s mountainous borders with France and Austria.
The Alpini has since gone on to become an international organisation
and the work they do is not unlike our SES and RFS as they help people in emergency situations. Their membership numbers 330,000 worldwide.
New Italy recently hosted a sumptuous lunch for the International president of the Alpini, Sebastiano Favera, the Australian
president, Guiseppe Querin and other high dignitaries of the association from around the world.
It has been good timing as the Alpini were there for food affected residents on the Northern Rivers, as Senor Favera explained through a translator.
“We sent three Pan-
Tech trucks to the Northern Rivers, of furniture to help people in the area affected by the foods,” he said.
Sr Favera was keen to explore the New Italy museum and the history it holds of the Italian people.
“I am coming here because not many people have seen this place,” he
said.
“I come with my group (members of the Alpini), to see the museum and honour the Italian people.”
The Alpini were joined by Richmond Valley mayor Robert Mustow and Lismore State MP Janelle Saffn.
NEW South Wales has become the frst state in the country to criminalise coercive control following historic and potentially life-saving law reforms passed in Parliament last week.
Coercive control is a form of domestic abuse that involves patterns of behaviour which have the cumulative effect of denying victim-survivors their autonomy and independence.
The new law will make it an offence to carry out repeated abusive behaviours to a current or former intimate partner with the intent to coerce or control, and will carry a sentence of up to seven years in jail.
Ms Saffn welcomes the reforms as long overdue and says they will send a clear message to domestic violence offenders that coercive control is not acceptable under any circumstances.
“Do this crime and you
will do the time,” Ms Saffn says.
“As a Parliamentarian, lawyer and a former manager of a women’s refuge, I’ve seen the devastating impacts of such behaviour on too many women and children, and their extended families.
“NSW Opposition Whip Anna Watson frst brought this issue into the NSW Parliament and sat as a member of the Joint Select Committee on Coercive Control, who did a lot of work to get these reforms right.
“I also acknowledge the contributions of former NSW Shadow Minister for Women and the Prevention of Domestic and Family Violence Trish Doyle, who was Deputy Chair of that committee, and of NSW Shadow Minister for Women and Shadow Minister for Prevention of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Jodie Harrison.
“The Bill received bipartisan support and it will be reviewed to address some concerns that groups have raised with me and other MPs.”
The Crimes Legislation Amendment (Coercive Control) Bill 2022 creates a bespoke standalone criminal offence of coercive control with key
safeguards. The offence consists of fve elements to be proved beyond reasonable doubt:
• An adult engages in a course of conduct. This means engaging in behaviour repeatedly and continuously.
• The course of
conduct is ‘abusive behaviour’ that involves violence, threats or intimidation; and/or coercion or control of the person against whom the behaviour is directed.
• The accused intends the course of conduct to coerce
or control the other person.
• A reasonable person would consider the course of conduct would, in all the circumstances, be likely to cause: the other person to fear that violence will be used against them or another person; or a serious adverse impact on their capacity to engage in some or all of their ordinary dayto-day activities.
• The course of conduct is directed at a current or former intimate partner.
If you or someone you know needs help, 24/7 support is available:
· NSW Domestic Violence Line: 1800 656 463
· NSW Sexual Violence Helpline: 1800 424 017
· 1800Respect: 1800 737 732
With Jonson Lane now open to the public, southern Jonson Street is buzzing as businesses put their new shop ft outs to the test.
“We would like to thank the local community and especially our neighbours for their patience during the construction of Jonson Lane” said JD Property Group’s Jason Dunn. Delays caused by rain, COVID and related staffng issues set the completion date for the new laneway precinct back six months.
“Thank you to all the trades men and women, the local businesses and suppliers that have been involved in construction. The vast majority are locals from the Byron, Ballina, and Lismore Shires. We’ve had over 300 people working on the site and appreciate everyone’s hard work”.
Jonson Lane is home to a collection of local clothing, dining and
creative favourites and some fashion and styling superstars.
Ethical clothing label Nagnata, Venroy’s fagship store, has set up shop. Edward’s and Co,
Australia’s leading hair agency, have opened their frst blow-dry salon: Bloe. Byron contemporary landscape artist Jack Bailey has a studio. Byron Bay’s
Light Years are bringing their innovative modern Asian dining and celebrated clothing and lifestyle brands including Byron’s Deiji Studios and Saturday’s NYC are showcasing their wares. The people responsible for Byron’s Luna Wine Store which is dedicated to smaller independent producers of natural wines have opened the doors to Parisian-inspired Bar Heather. “Over the years,
we’ve collected some exceptional bottles and always thought that if we opened a drink-in venue, this is where they would go” said owner and sommelier Tom Sheer. “We only plan to do this once, so we fgured we better do it right.”
Restaurateurs James Sutherland and Kim Stephen have launched Pixie Food and Wine, which showcases the considerable talents of Sicilian Chef Matteo
Tine, formerly of Melbourne’s Florentino. The menu includes dishes such as Sfnci (Sicilian fried donuts) flled with a warm cacio e pepe sauce and fnished with a thin slice of house-made air-dried bresaola and Spaghetti alla chitarra, made with a sourdough pasta, vongole and bottarga sauce, fermented chilli oil and lemon and fennel pangrattato.
Live music, dancing and a whole lot of fun will take place early next month to mark the Tweed’s celebration of International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD).
Council is hosting the half day fair at Kingscliff Community Hall and the adjacent Rowan Robinson Park on Coodjinburra Country, from 9 am to 2 pm (NSW) on Saturday 3 December.
The event – which is free and open to all residents – is just one of thousands of events globally celebrating the diverse and vibrant nature of our communities. The fair also aims to start conversations at a local level that challenge perceptions and attitudes about living with disability.
On the day, live music from Lily Budiasa and a Spin It DJs set will set the scene while Sprung!! Integrated Dance
Theatre will perform one of their dynamic live performances – and they will also be inviting people to join creative dance workshops.
The International Day of People with Disability event will begin with a traditional Welcome to Country by Bernie Williams at 9 am (NSW) and, to get everyone moving, ftness and dance group Connect and Captivate will follow with their all-inclusive movement
classes.
There will be activities including a photo booth to capture the magic of the day and face and hand painting for those feeling extra festive.
Cudgen Headland Surf Life Saving Club will also be offering beach buggy rides along the foreshore, weather permitting.
Kingscliff Community Hall will have a chillout space. Here, visitors can view a pop-up Disability Pride Photovoice Project
from Social Futures – a recently completed body of work representing the unique stories and perspectives of people living with disability in the Tweed.
IDPwD is a United Nations observed day and is celebrated every year on 3 December. It is a day to acknowledge the contributions and achievements of people with disability and to promote awareness, understanding and inclusion in our
community. The day is an opportunity for our community to make positive changes to the lives of 4.4 million Australians – and approximately 19,000 people within our own Tweed community – who experience some form of physical, sensory and/or cognitive disability.
This year’s theme for the day is ‘Transformative solutions for inclusive development: the role of innovation in fuelling an accessible and equitable world’.
Wendy Buckingham, member of the Tweed Equal Access Advisory Committee appointed to advise Council on community and organisational perspectives on access issues, said it was crucial to recognise the contribution of people living with disability in our community.
“People living with disability contribute
and have such an important part to play in our community,” Ms Buckingham said.
“This event is about recognising this and opening up a wider conversation about how our community can be even more inclusive for everybody.”
An Auslan interpreter will be available on the day. All accessible and inclusive features of this event are available in accessible document formats, so people of all abilities can fnd out more and plan their day.
For more information about this event, visit: tweed.nsw. gov.au/internationalday-of-people-withdisability-in-the-tweed or contact Giselle
Benitez Hetherington, Community Development OffcerAgeing & Disability on 02 6670 2442.
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NSW is one step closer to becoming the first state or territory in Australia to have a mandatory notification scheme for its government agencies to respond to personal data breaches.
The NSW Government’s Privacy and Personal Information Protection Amendment Bill 2022 passed the Legislative Assembly last night.
Attorney General Mark Speakman said the bill fulfils the Government’s 2020 commitment to introduce a mandatory notification of data breaches scheme to strengthen privacy protections for the citizens of NSW.
“Unlike Labor’s past forays into the area, this bill is the product of extensive consultation and consideration,” Mr Speakman said.
“This consultation has resulted in a carefully considered scheme that will affect the operations of hundreds of NSW public sector agencies, including principal government departments, statutory bodies, local councils and universities.
“I acknowledge Labor’s support for these reforms and note that they have been long awaited.
“However, as I said during debate of Labor’s half-baked private member’s bill on 1 August 2019, any decision to introduce a mandatory notification scheme in
NSW must be informed by proper analysis and consultation.
“Even before Labor’s bill was debated, the NSW Government was inviting community submissions on a discussion paper asking whether a mandatory data breach reporting scheme should be adopted in NSW and, if so, how the scheme should operate.
“Twenty-three submissions were received, including from NSW public sector agencies, members of the public, local councils, universities and various advocacy and professional groups.
“Following extensive development and drafting consideration, including consultation with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner and Cyber Security NSW, the NSW Government released an exposure draft of this bill for public consultation in May 2021.
“That exposure draft proposed a specific model for a mandatory notification of data breach scheme. Thirty-two submissions were received on that draft.”
Mr Speakman said a number of significant amendments were made to the bill following the consultation, including:
• Amending the wording of the assessment threshold to make it identical to the Commonwealth Privacy Act
• Establishing
additional requirements for the approval of an extension to the assessment period to ensure this only occurs where appropriate
• Expanding the circumstances where an agency is required to issue a public notification.
“This scheme will establish new standards of accountability and transparency around the protection of citizens’ personal information,” Mr Speakman said.
“It will make NSW the first Australian state or territory to introduce a mandatory notification of data breach scheme for its government agencies.
Every day, the people of NSW offer their personal information to government agencies, which is a significant undertaking of trust. In return, the government has a responsibility to effectively and proactively protect and respect that personal information in a way that is workable and practical for those agencies.
“This bill will make that responsibility law.”
TAFE NSW Ballina is ideally positioned to build a pipeline of local health workers to cater to a looming jobs boom in the Richmond - Tweed healthcare industry, new data has revealed.
A TAFE NSW report tracking growing and emerging healthcare jobs has forecast 6.7% increase in healthcare jobs in the region over the next three years.
The report also predicted aged or disabled carer, enrolled nurse, dental assistant, and personal care assistant would be the fastest growing healthcare jobs over the same period.
Stacey Billett is one of many TAFE NSW Ballina graduates to start their career or upskill after gaining practical experience studying a Diploma of Nursing.
“I’d been working as an Assistant in Nursing for 11 years in an aged care facility and wanted to increase my knowledge and skills to provide more services to the people I dearly enjoy caring for,” said Stacey, who works at
Mareeba Aged Care in Maclean.
“I challenged myself and stepped out of my comfort zone to become an Endorsed Enrolled Nurse, where my day now includes things like administering medications, wound care, doctors’ rounds, liaising with residents, families and other health care providers, palliative care, and physical, emotional, and environmental support to clients.
“Studying at TAFE NSW was really positive – particularly the mix of practical with theory work, and the support from teachers and students. The teachers know this is new to you, so perfection isn’t expected, but persistence is encouraged.
“I regularly think back to the things I learnt at TAFE NSW, and they assist me daily in my role.”
TAFE NSW Health, Wellbeing and Community Services Director of Skills Team Jane Smith said TAFE NSW’s expert teachers and unparalleled
industry connections meant it would play a critical role in helping bridge the local healthcare skills gap.
“This report just confirms what we already knew: that opportunities for healthcare jobs in the Richmond -Tweed are growing rapidly,” Ms Smith said.
“Whether it’s nursing, aged care, mental health, disability or one of the myriad other healthcare pathways, TAFE NSW graduates are able to get their foot in the door with industry-led training and employer connections.
“Not only are our graduates’ job prospects excellent but they are entering a career where they make a tangible difference in the health and wellbeing of individuals and the community.”
PRODUCERS from the Richmond Valley and surrounds will stage a gourmet experience to put them squarely on the culinary map. The Richmond Valley Made Paddock-to-Plate Feast will be held under the stars in the gardens of Windara, Casino, on Friday 25 November.
Commissioned by Richmond Valley Council and delivered by agritourism and agribusiness specialists Regionality, the evening will showcase the region’s resilience, innovation, and quality. With its inception in the wake of the 2019 bushfires as part of the Australian Government’s Drought Communities Program, the event is now being staged just as floodwaters recede.
“This period has been incredibly challenging for farmers,” Regionality Managing Director Rose Wright said.
“This region’s producers faced drought and devastating fires, which led straight into a global pandemic, and then flooding. So many plans have changed, yet they’ve continued with quiet persistence.
“The paddock-to-plate event is a celebration of the incredible innovation of our region’s talented and determined producers.”
From a WhiporieLismore beef business to Richmond Valley pastured poultry producers, dryland rice farmers, olive and cheese producers, and flower farmers, the paddock-to-plate evening features some true gems of the region.
According to Richmond Valley Council’s Manager Community Connection Sharon Davidson, local producers have shown a dedication to adapting
to challenges, and they know the importance of connecting with consumers.
“While visitors to the diverse NSW Northern Rivers region might first picture coastal hot-spots, the Richmond Valley has been the unsung agricultural powerhouse in our area for many years,” Ms Davidson said.
“It should be front-ofmind as a hub of quality, sustainable produce and agritourism.”
The Richmond Valley Made Paddock-to-Plate evening is a way the local community can show their support for our farming community, taste some incredible local food, and share in some of their stories.
“These producers have all weathered hardship ... we have worked directly with Richmond Valley Pastures, for example, to support their shift to consumer-direct pastureraised poultry after a massive shock to their business,” Ms Wright said.
“This event is about unassuming producers doing a wonderful job to build resilience and thrive, branching into branded and value-added produce and connecting with their consumers. It’s wonderful to have the chance to celebrate their amazing work.”
Don’t miss the Richmond Valley Made Paddock-to-Plate event.
Date: Friday 25 November, 6pm-9.30pm
Location: Windara Gardens, 235 Sextonville Road, Casino NSW 2470 Cost: $82.50 (inc GST) + booking fee
What’s included: A threecourse, locally crafted menu will be served, while beverages will be available for purchase.
Wondering where you can do a bit of guilt-free shopping for a fraction of the usual cost and the satisfaction that you’re supporting re-use over landfll? It could be as close as next door or just down the road.
On Saturday 26 November – the NSW North Coast will be buzzing as the biggest garage sale day of the year arrives: Second Hand Saturday!
From cars to camping gear, furniture, antiques and pre-loved children’s treasures, there is something for everyone and twice the fun this year with more than 402 garage sales registered across the North Coast region, including 94 sales already registered across both weekends in
for one-of-a-kind.
After taking part in one of the very frst SecondHand Saturday events many years ago, she’s gearing up to do it all
it’s time to move some of my treasures on to others who are looking for something special or who collect antiques themselves,” she said.
This year, there are also plenty of joint garage sales listed, with more than 60% of the sales involving friends, neighbours and family getting together to sell their wares and promote re-use.
Find your special something this SecondHand Saturdaydownload the free Second Hand Saturday app from the Apple App Store or Google Play to search the full garage sale list, bookmark your favourite sales and fnd those closest to you through interactive maps and route calculation.
the Tweed region.
Jeanette from Chinderah will host two Second Hand Saturday garage sales on 26 November, with treasures that can’t be missed if you’re looking
again and will go ahead, come rain or shine, with everything set up undercover.
“I’m 88 years old and have been an avid collector of antiques all my life, however
“I have beautiful antique fgurines, china and lots of furniture, and for those musical collectors, an antique instrument which is sure to pique someone’s interest.”
Alternatively, check the Second Hand Saturday Facebook page @ mysecondhandsaturday and website secondhandsaturday. com.au.
The latest rehabilitation project to improve water quality in the Tweed River is now complete with almost 800 local native trees recently planted along a 500m section of riverbank, adjacent to Tumbulgum Road at Murwillumbah.
This revegetation complements work already undertaken on the bank at this location, including erosion stabilisation, installation of fish habitat features and fencing.
Council’s coast and waterways team leader Tom Alletson said the combination of approaches used at this site was world’s best practice and would be beneficial in a number of ways.
“Stabilising erosion means less sediment in the water and embedding large logs into the rock structure provides increased habitat
diversity and shelter – both of these things are good for fish,” Mr Alletson said.
“Fencing the bank prevents trampling of vegetation by cattle and avoids cow manure getting into the river. Revegetation provides a natural-looking riverbank, shade and snags which improve water quality and is good for fish, birds and the earth in general.”
The trees planted include palms, rainforest species, eucalypts, and native hibiscus, all of which will thrive in the rich and typically moist soils found at this location.
“One of the most important species we use is native hibiscus,” Mr Alletson said.
“As they grow, their branches sprawl down over the rock wall and into the water. This tangle of vegetation
disguises the visual impact of the engineered rock walls and provides food and shelter for small fish and perches for the birds that hunt along our riverbanks.
“We want to thank the landowner at this site. He has worked with Council on 3 major
rehabilitation projects resulting in more than 1 km of the Tweed River now achieving this gold standard of protection and rehabilitation. He has sacrificed grazing land but the whole community benefits as a result of the environmental benefits
the project delivers.”
This project was made possible through a grant of $127,000 from the Australian Government’s Fish Habitat Restoration Program.
“We are really fortunate to receive this funding and are currently applying for another
grant for a similar project,” Mr Alletson said.
“There is no doubt that riverbanks in good environmental condition provide benefits for humans and fish, and they have a greater ability to withstand the impacts of floods.”
Landowners interested in undertaking works to remove cattle from creek or riverbanks and who might consider revegetation opportunities, are encouraged to contact Council’s Coast and Waterways team on 02 6670 2400 or email tsc@ tweed.nsw.gov.au.
Find out more about how Council is working to protect the Tweed’s internationally significant environment, including our coast and waterways, at tweed.nsw. gov.au/environment.
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For many years now our wonderful local community has been involved in Adopting a Family for Christmas. e gi of giving, thanks to the generosity of many locals families that don’t have a lot of support around them or are signi cantly disadvantaged this program gives them special moments that they would have never been able to have. Please contact one of the many Community Organisationsthat are involved this year to o er to make a di erence in a families life. We ask presents not to be wrapped as this allows for carers/parents to be apart of the special process. Hamper/Vouchers such as local supermarkets/cinema/swimming pool is also suggested. Drop o presents by the second week of December to your organisation of sponsor.
By SAMANTHA ELLEY
The main streets of Ballina will be partially closed on Friday, November 25th as the Walk against Domestic and Family Violence gets underway at 12.30pm.
“The walk is part of our three stage approach against domestic violence,” said Rotary’s District Governor elect, Dave Harmon.
“The frst stage is to advocate and create awareness; the second stage is our Love Bites series in local schools, which teaches about respectful relationships, and the third stage is to provide support when women, children and men escape domestic violence.”
Mr Harmon said it was common
knowledge that 6070% of general police duties in NSW and Queensland can be taken up with domestic violence incidents.
“Advocacy is critical as we need to get the word out there and make the community more aware of how common (domestic violence) is,” he said.
“Our rotary club, Ballina-on-Richmond, which is organising the walk, is also committed to the Love Bites series in schools.
“We want to have the conversations early with young people as one less perpetrator is one less victim.”
Two very high profle lived experience speakers, Ballina mayor Sharon Cadwallader and author/comedian Mandy Nolan, will also be sharing their stories on the day.
Walkers will be gathering at the La Balsa Plaza carpark (next to the Ballina Swimming Pool) at 12.30pm on Friday, 25th November, where they will walk along River and Cherry Streets to the Ballina Indoor Sports Centre to listen to the speakers and enjoy music and dance by Ballina Coast High School students.
“This is a whole community issue,” said Mr Harmon.
“We want people to become an advocate for change and prevention and to come and walk with us on the day.”
For further details contact Dave Harmon on 0401 956 996.
New support to improve the mental health of people working in social and community sector organisations will soon be available in the seven food-impacted local government areas of Northern Rivers NSW.
This means that individuals working or volunteering in not-forproft groups, community organisations, charities, committees of management, incorporated associations etc in any of these seven Northern Rivers Local Government Areas affected by foods in February and March 2022 - Richmond Valley, Clarence Valley, Kyogle, Lismore, Tweed, Ballina, and Byron – will be able to access training and support.
Thanks to funding from the NSW Government, through the Department of Communities and Justice, The Xfactor Collective Foundation will provide free access to at least three days of mental health and trauma training, plus resources for frontline responders and local community leaders, to support them so they in turn can continue to support their communities.
The Supporting Frontline Responders in Northern Rivers NSW project began in October 2022, working collaboratively with local leaders on the ground to design practical sessions that address locally prioritised needs, and will continue through to June 2023.
Local Ballina woman and Founder of The
Xfactor Collective Foundation, Julia Keady, applied for funding for the project through the NGO Flood Grant Program, an initiative of the NSW Department of Communities and Justice.
“I’ve seen frsthand the impact that the foods have had on our community and frontline responders – especially coming as they did on top of drought, then fres and the pressures of COVID - and I knew that the need for mental health support would be signifcant.
“That was reinforced last week at a meeting with local charities. We heard comments like “We have staff leaving the sector now from burning out. It’s just too hard.”; “We are doing a one-handed doggie paddle just to keep up.”; “The grant is helping us from not falling over from exhaustion.”; and “Often we burn ourselves out doing our job.”
“We have also seen a number of organisations locally become the “accidental responder” or “accidental counsellor” and without formal training in vicarious or frontline trauma, they are experiencing lingering impacts on their mental health and wellbeing.
“Having worked in the social sector for many years, I’ve seen the almost normalised acceptance of this kind of burnout and mental ill-health across the social sector – a sector that is always on the frontline when disasters and pandemics strike. That’s why we established the Foundation, which is Australia’s only charity with a focus on the mental health of those who work in the social sector.
“There is also very little support tailored for the social sector, so we are building the Social Sector Wellbeing and Resilience Hub, thanks to the support of the
Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation. While it’s yet to launch, we have already reviewed, curated and developed resources and training that are very relevant for our Northern Rivers communities, and will be giving Northern Rivers organisations priority access to the Hub in early 2023,” Ms Keady explained.
All of the training and services offered through this program are mapped to the Hub’s trauma-informed mental health and resilience framework, which is based on a six-pillar cycle of wellbeing: Prevent, Protect, Educate, Enhance, Crisis and Recovery.
Organisations will be able to access in person and online training and services. The training on offer will include:
• Resilient Responders: For staff and volunteers working on the frontline with traumatised individuals,
teaching them strategies to prevent and overcome workplace PTSD (vicarious trauma)
• Empowering Conversations: The sequel to Resilient Responders, this involves training frontline responders in brief conversational interventions to help prevent and resolve trauma in their clients.
• Workplace Wellbeing Strategy: A prevention-focussed workshop for boards, committees of management, teams, general managers and CEOs to develop a Workplace Wellbeing Plan on a Page for 2023, and to review and improve the policies and practices to ensure psychologically healthy and safe workplaces.
All organisations will also receive early and priority access to the Social Sector Wellbeing & Resilience Hub from January 2023. Northern Rivers organisations will also be provided with
access to online selfpaced learning modules on the above areas to support those who miss the live training, and/ or want to upskill their teams and volunteers throughout 2023. In addition, participants can access free video resources from the Foundation’s Social Sector Video Library, which includes videos on wellbeing, volunteering, leadership, culture and much more.
Those seeking more information can register for one of three online information sessions, taking place between November 2022 and January 2023. Training will start in January 2023.
More information on the Supporting Frontline Responders in Northern Rivers NSW can be found here: https:// xfactorcollective.com/ foundation-resources/ northern-rivers-nswspecial-project
Summerland Giant Pumpkin & Watermelon Festival is on an again in Kyogle, Saturday Jan uary 21st, 2023. A fun flled day in the hinter land of the Northern Riv ers in beautiful Kyogle. New activities have been added to the program to captivate the crowds and keep the kids entertained the day.
I know there are quite a few growers out there constantly checking vines, encouraging the now formed pumpkins to” start fattening up”, mixing their special recipe fertilizers and do ing what all farmers do, watching the weather.
The Garden Guru, Phil Dudman will be on hand to judge & present the winners.
Entries in the Still Life Painting Prize are com ing in a steady stream.
Entries to the craft prize are going to be AMAZING!! Kyogle and surrounds are brim ming with talented mak ers and artists. Many will be vying for the generous prizes on offer. They will all be on display, many available for purchase.
There will be music and activities to entertain you. Clas sic car and Motor bike displays. The GIANT pumpkins and Watermelons, as well as various other giant Vege tables will be on display. You can have a go at guessing the weight of the winner & take home some cash. Enter the Watermelon Eating Con test. Chance your arm at gumboot throwing. Enter the Home Gardening Competition bring along your biggest to vegetable, maybe you
will win a cash prize.
There will be garden give aways from our friends at Searle’s Garden Products and Royston Petrie Seeds
The festival also fea tures a Farmers Market and Craft market.
The Motor Rail Society Heritage Train will again be visiting Kyogle for the festival. Offering train trips through the magnifcent Border Loop over the weekend. Booking details to be announced shortly.
The committee would like to acknowledge Kyogle Council, the Major sponsor of the festival. Their ongoing support and fnancial contribution make this event possible for our very small organisation to host this event.
Our other major spon sors include PRD Kyo
gle, Kooks Harvesting, Raine & Horne Kyogle, MJ Smith Woodenbong, Dave’s Bakehouse Kyogle, Harley & Co Kyogle, Royston Petrie Seeds. They are cham pions who believe in promoting the wonders of the Kyogle LGA, our farmers, and businesses. Our other sponsors share this belief in Kyogle and its resi dents Swan Bay Butch ers-Kyogle; Peters Food Hall-Kyogle Kyogle Post Offce ;KOOKS Fabri cation Kyogle; KOOKS Baling Kyogle; Kyo gle Motorcycles, Ray White-Kyogle; Tyres & More-Kyogle; Wianga ree Shop; Scarborough’s Shoes-Kyogle; Ander son’s Automotive & Air Conditioning-Kyogle; KT Tattoos-Kyogle, Kyogle Real Estate & the Commercial Hotel
(Top Pub) Kyogle Kings
Bakery, Casino; ; North Coast Firearm – Ca sino, East Coast Cit rus-Knockrow.
A big thankyou to all our sponsors and our fabulous Pumpkin & watermelon Growers
So, tell all your friends Kyogle is the place to be on Saturday January 21st, 2023
Home Gardener com petition at the Summer land Giant Pumpkin & Watermelon Festival
Hope your vegie gar dens are growing for the Home Gardener compe tition at this year’s Sum merland Giant Pumpkin & watermelon Festival in Kyogle. Its bigger and better than ever.
This Year there is over $700 dollars in Prize money thanks to the festival’s newest sponsor
Royston Petrie Seeds. Who have generously put up some prize money for you the home garden ers and some give aways. This year we are having a JUNIOR (up to 14years) section for the kids as well as a SENIOR for the adults
Categories are: Heaviest Round Wa termelon Senior $50 Junior $25 Heaviest Tomato Senior $50; Junior $25 Smallest Tomato Junior $25 only Longest Cucurbit (Cucumber) Senior $50; Junior $25 Longest Zucchini Senior $50; Junior $25 Longest Carrot Senior $50; Junior $25 Heaviest Sweet Potato Senior $50 Junior $25 Best Garden Harvest Basket Senior $50 Junior $25
People are now advised to check the poppy seeds in their kitchens following a nationwide recall of poppy seed products linked to poisoning.
NSW Health advises the recalled products are not safe to consume and people who have purchased these recalled batches of poppy seeds should throw them out or return them to the place of purchase for a full refund.
Products affected are listed on the FSANZ website and will be updated as needed.
A joint investigation with other states and territories and food safety authorities found the nonfood grade poppy seeds have been sold as part of food grade products.
Ongoing investigations indicate the presence of unusually high levels of a naturally occurring
chemical (thebaine) in the poppy seeds is likely causing this toxicity.
The new information means these products should not be consumed in any amount.
Reports of unusual and severe symptoms following poppy seed consumption have now seen at least 12 people requiring medical attention in NSW after developing poisoning soon after ingestion, with additional cases nationally.
Medical Director of the NSW Poisons Information Centre, A/Prof Darren Roberts, said the product was not considered safe to eat or to drink as the chemical detected in the poppy seed product can be dangerous.
“We are urging anyone who experiences any unusual and severe symptoms to seek immediate
medical attention by visiting their nearest Emergency Department. Call triple zero for emergency assistance,” he said.
Reported symptoms can be severe, including:
• severe muscle cramping, muscle spasms and abnormal movements
• seizures
• cardiac arrest
The NSW Poisons Information Centre can be contacted 24/7 on 13 11 26 and can provide more information about poisons and what to do in suspected cases of poppy seed poisoning.
NSW Health is working with the NSW Food Authority, as well as other jurisdictions, to investigate the issue further.
I your home has been dama ed in the foods you may be able to live in a caravan on your property.
The NSW Government at-home caravan program will provide you with a temporary caravan.
This means you can live on-site while your home is repaired and will help you stay connected to your nei hbours and community.
To fnd out i you’re eli ible or the at-home caravan pro ram and start the application process today. Visit nsw.gov.au/caravan
The presses at Grafton’s Yoohoo McPhee printery are running hot in time for the launch of the Clarence Valley’s new fiction collection.
Stories from the Clarence Valley 2022 – Let Go will be released very soon, according to Long Way Home co-founder Claire Aman. ‘We’re launching the book on Monday 5 December in the courtyard at Grafton Regional Gallery from 6pm-7.30pm. Everyone is welcome to come along and celebrate our talented writers.’
The book features entries from this year’s Long Way Home writing competition. ‘There’s been a lot to write about,’ said Claire. ‘The theme this year was let go, with writers letting loose a fabulous bunch of poignant, hopeful, quirky stories. We love it that primary school students, high school students and adults are all part of this book, each holding their own.
‘We’re grateful to Grafton Regional Gallery
Liza and Julia
for hosting the launch in their lovely courtyard at 158 Victoria St. Most of the authors will be there. We’ll also have Liza Bloomer of Yoohoo McPhee and graphic artist Yohanna Dent talking about their role in creating
the book.’
Written, edited, designed and printed in the Clarence, the book is eagerly anticipated each year. This is the fifth year of the Long Way Home, a community writing collective which
The NSW Government is ofering a new way to assist people on low incomes with their power bills by installing free solar systems for eligible households in place of their Low Income Household Rebate. This program aims to improve energy afordability by helping households unlock long terms savings on their electricity bills. While this means you will no longer receive the $285 annual rebate on your electricity bill, you could receive up to $600 in savings per year from your new solar system!
The ofer is only available to households that live in the specifed regions and meet the eligibility criteria. When participating in this program households will receive a free, fully installed 3kW solar system in place of their Low Income Household Rebate.
SAE Group are the approved provider, designing and installing solar systems to eligible homes in your region.
To be eligible you must:
Currently be receiving the Low Income Household Rebate
Agree not to receive the rebate for ten years
Own your own home
Not already have a solar PV system
Hold a valid Pensioner Concession Card or a Department of Veteran Afairs Gold Card
If you are not the registered homeowner, but your spouse is, you may be considered eligible collectively as a household
A 3kW system is designed to generate an average of 12.6kwh per day, which will deliver electricity savings depending on each household’s energy consumption. Managing Director of SAE Group Glen Ashton comments “We know electricity bills continue to place a lot of pressure on households, and we are pleased to be working with the NSW Government to help ease the pressure on low income households.”
SAE Group are an Australian owned and operated organisation with over ten years’ experience in the solar industry. SAE Group are a Clean Energy Council Approved Retailer, and hold accreditations ISO 9001, ISO 45001 for safety and quality systems. Safety is paramount to us, and it our goal to ensure we provide quality solar systems to eligible households that will deliver ongoing savings for many years to come.
Want to fnd out more?
Visit: https://energysaver.nsw.gov.au/solar-low-income-households to check your eligibility and apply online or visit www.saegroup.com.au or call us on 02 66 389 439. The Solar for Low Income Household Ofer is supported by the NSW Government.
encourages local people to find their voice through creative writing. The project has been generously assisted by South Grafton Community Bank Branch of Bendigo Bank, First National Real Estate Yamba, Grafton
Book Warehouse and Clarence Valley Council. Books will be for sale at the launch. Copes will also be available at Grafton Book Warehouse, South Grafton News and Gifts, The Nook in Yamba, Coldstream Gallery in
Ulmarra, Grafton Regional Gallery, and at markets in Grafton and Yamba in December.
‘It’s the ultimate Christmas present if you’re looking for a very unique, locally sourced gift,’ said Claire. ‘Exquisitely designed, it’s a book that celebrates our connections with each other across our beloved Clarence Valley landscapes.’
Find out more about the Long Way Home on https:// thelongwayhomestories. com/ or on Facebook or scan the QR Code.
In this, the full-blown, and perhaps pacehastening actualisation of life lived in a digital age, there are thankfully still many examples of the more things change – the more they stay the same.
WHETHER it’s par for the course or it just comes naturally with the terrain, being verbally set upon by every Tom, Dick and Mary seems the lot of all national leaders. Seemingly nine out of every ten constituents know better, albeit could do better if they only got the chance (which they never do).
As such, it’s fascinating to trawl through the array of reactions that American Presidents have had over the years with regards to this inherent job hazard, which amounts to little more than the refined, and not so refined fault-finding of the masses. That’s not to say everything a head of state does is perfect, or beyond criticism, because that is far from the case.
President Theodore Roosevelt, the first American to win a Nobel Peace Prize back in 1906, gave a speech in 1910 (the year after he finished up in office) that still reverberates to this day. It was called “Citizenship in a Republic” and later became known as “The Man in the Arena” speech, and if you’ve never read it, it is well worth taking a look. None other than Nelson Mandela gave a copy of it to the captain of the South African Rugby team prior to winning the 1995 World Cup.
The essence of the speech expands, “It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly.”
Not to be outdone, Abraham Lincoln
once very insightfully noted of his opponents, “Don’t criticise them; they are just what we would be under similar circumstances.” Nor his fellow American President Calvin Coolidge, who stated some 60-odd years later in the same pragmatic vein, “If we judge ourselves only by our aspirations and everyone else only by their conduct, we shall soon reach a very false conclusion.”
Finding fault in others (especially in those who occupy positions of standing) has perhaps always been a favourite pastime of human beings.
As far back as the 17th Century, Jonathan Swift, who wrote Gulliver’s Travels, had once said of those with a proficiency for criticality, “We of this age have discovered a shorter, and more prudent method to become scholars and wits, without the fatigue of reading or of thinking.”
In other words, we put our vocal cords into gear generally without any thought, study, or effort to discern the truth.
Relatedly, the old religious expression ‘Mea culpa’ is derived from an ancient Latin term meaning ‘my fault’; we also have the modern-day word ‘culpability’ for someone who is to blame or is at fault for having committed a crime.
‘Culpa’ to this day is also the word for ‘fault’ in both Spanish and Portuguese.
Upon reflection, Fulton J. Sheen was being more than a little astute when he once said, “Criticism of others is thus an oblique form of self-commendation. We think we make the picture hang straight on our wall by telling our neighbours that all their pictures are crooked.”
Community, albeit those locations that embody, if not emanate belonging and the applied non-exclusivity of an acceptance for all, is one such defantly changeless construct.
Communities are made overwhelmingly thanks to the binding efforts of residents who value not just the beauty of place, but also the place and beauty of each person and what they have to offer.
The Austrian thinker Rudolf Steiner once said, “A healthy social life is found only when, in the mirror of each soul, the whole community fnds its refection, and when, in the whole community, the virtue of each one is living.”
One person who refects and truly projects this notion in a seamlessly lived and felt fashion is Amanda Brotherson, the proud Graftonite who when it comes to listing what she does for her local community, it might be easier to simply list what she doesn’t do, or is not involved with in some way.
While her paid ‘day job’ has her installed as a Team Leader with Transport for NSW, the work she puts in beyond this in an unpaid capacity for initiatives like Grafton’s Jacaranda Festival, which she has been Secretary for the past three years; Rotary, as well as extensive involvement with the Pelican Playhouse and Criterion Theatre, defes fathoming.
Shedding light on her uniquely selfess approach to life Ms Brotherson said, “Each day is another chance for a new experience or a life lesson. Community is about all our smaller
networks and how they combine and work together to make our region a better place to live, work and enjoy.
“Leading a good life to me is about having respect for each other. We are all different, with different stories, different experiences and different goals from one another. But when our goals align, we can create great things together. And if we don’t align, it’s ok because by sharing our differences, we can learn from each other.”
Learning from everything she has come into contact with has clearly formed a key component of Ms Brotherson’s character. Having gained a Social Science degree from UNE, you sense the subsequent ‘science’ or meaning that she has made of life was both formed and informed by her awareness of not
just her own self – but family, others, and the broader community.
Indebted to the love and infuence of her family, Ms Brotherson said, “My father was a wharfe and when I was small, my mother went to TAFE to educate herself and become a Certifed Accountant. They both worked hard to provide me with a good education at Marist Sisters College Woolwich (in Sydney). My father came from Grafton. His mother was one of 13 children, and his father was one of 12. His family (the Brotherson’s) were horse trainers, training the 1952 Grafton Cup winner Northern Warrior.”
Refecting on what she values in life, Ms Brotherson said, “Success and achievement look different to everyone. 17-year-old me would
have said a fash car. And at 25, I would have said to have a well-paying career. But now I know it’s about loving what you do and inspiring and supporting others to fnd what they love to do too.
“Everyone has their own backstory and set of individual circumstances, and I would like to think that we are all trying our best with what we have at any given time. I think the biggest highlight is when someone says that they could not have achieved one of their goals without you.”
When it comes to having someone that has the goals and progression of their entire community at the forefront of their mind, then look no further than Amanda Brotherson – the woman with the bright Jacaranda purple fowing through her veins.
“The woman with the bright Jacaranda purple fowing through her veins”
November is national Asbestos Awareness Month, a time when homeowners, renovators and tradies are reminded to not take risks with asbestos.
Byron Shire Council in partnership with North East Waste (NE Waste) is asking residents who are thinking about renovating to be ‘asbestos ready’ to avoid delays and cost blowouts, as well as reduce health risks.
Asbestos in a home becomes dangerous when it is damaged, disturbed or deteriorating.
“Asbestos is found in one in three homes in Australia and may be in walls, bathrooms, ceilings, foors, laundries, kitchens,
roofs, fences and garages,” Karen Rudkin, Project Coordinator North Waste, said.
“People need to always assume asbestos is present in any property built before 1990 and Council offers free testing kits to help property owners,” Ms Rudkin said.
Household asbestos testing kits are available from the Customer Service staff in Council’s Mullumbimby offce and at the Byron Resource Recovery Centre (BRRC) at Myocum.
The kits include instructions on how to take samples safely and they contain packaging to allow people to send samples safely to a certifed testing
Work on rebuilding the eroded sand dunes at Main Beach and Clarkes Beach will start on Monday 21 November.
Beach goers will see machines working on the beach for around seven days, moving sand from the tidal zone further up to where the dunes have eroded.
The work will be done between the Byron Bay Surf Club and the Byron Beach Café with the aim being to mimic nature by taking some of the sand that has built up in recent months in the tidal zone and pushing it further up the beach.
“If left alone, the tides, waves and wind, will eventually push the sand up the beach to reform the dunes so we are just speeding up the process,” Chloe Dowsett, Council’s Coast and Biodiversity Coordinator, said.
“The process is commonly called beach scraping or sand harvesting, and it’s a proven, low-risk, cost effective way to rebuild dunes that have been damaged by erosion.
“Most importantly it’s scientifcally regarded as having low
environmental impact on the beach and marine environments.
“We have consulted widely with relevant land managers, public authorities, key groups and Traditional Owners about the project,” she said.
When the sand is in place the dunes will be fenced and planted with appropriate native vegetation and access paths provided for people to get on and off the beach easily.
Coastal erosion is however continuing to have an impact nearby at Belongil/Cavvanbah Beach near the Wreck and in front of the First Sun Caravan Park.
Public access from the Main Beach carpark is closed and people should use the Kendall Street beach access.
“There are some steep dune faces and people should stay away from this area, keep off the dunes and only use formal beach access paths that are open,” Ms Dowsett said.
“The sand will rebuild here, but as we have seen with Main Beach, this takes time and beach scraping may be an option for this area when the sand returns,” she said.
laboratory.
The results are emailed to property owners within fve working days.
“Once people get the results of the test then they can make informed decisions about the next steps of their renovation or project,” Zoe White, Resource Recovery Education and Compliance Offcer said.
“If there is asbestos that needs removing they should contact a licensed removal
contractor.
“If it’s bonded asbestos, such as asbestos cement sheeting or vinyl foor tiles, for an area of less than 10 square metres Council sells subsidised asbestos disposal kits at the BBRC for $35.00,” Ms White said.
Exposure to asbestos fbres can cause cancer so asbestos waste should always be disposed of correctly and in no circumstance be put in general waste bins or dumped in the bush.
“Asbestos waste is treated so seriously that it can only be disposed of at landflls that are licensed to accept it,” Ms Rudkin said.
As the Byron Resource Recovery Centre is a transfer station and does not have an active landfll, we are unable to accept asbestos.
Places that accept asbestos waste are listed on the NE Waste website.
“The illegal dumping of asbestos waste in any domestic or commercial
bins or anywhere other than a landfll licenced to accept it can incur very heavy fnes of up to $5 million,” Ms Rudkin said.
Information on asbestos disposal and management is on Council’s website and the NE Waste website https://www.newaste. org.au/asbestos/#up.
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“Leemo has views on just about anything”
LIFE living in ‘OUR’ HOUSE of late.
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‘Leemo Cat’ back. Ask how my CAT LIFE each day has been going of late? Awful in truth. “I” wake up, full of cheer and feline goodwill, untangle myself from Plush Blue Blankie, have a luxurious stretch, rise gently to my paws and walk toward my food bowls. THEN, I hear the grumbles from ‘Mum Jane’ beneath the doonas in her sleeping area. I ignore them, and verbalise with ‘Good morning my loving kind and beautiful Mother whom I adore, (big suck up from me!) how is your painful leg & state of mind this morning? Reply from Mum! ‘Just be quiet Leemo, you know my leg still hurts, I want a cup of tea NOW and 2 boiled eggs (medium) with precisely cut toast soldiers, a slight smear of vegemite and the crust cut off’. (Have you noticed, I’ve NOT mentioned MY food bowl being empty as Mum’s wallet is most of the time.)
Nup, I acquiesce to her demands. Oh NOOOO…more grumbles from the Doona jumble. A piece of toast still had a crusty wee corner on it and 1 egg was a tad too hard. Quite frankly, this is all becoming just a little too much. She asked NOTHING about my scalded paws thanks to the boiled eggs, nor burns to my beautiful paw fur getting the toast from the machine. I can tolerate so much but really, enough is enough. I’ve prayed and prayed and prayed her leg gets better and she is not so grumbly. The big needle did help but her poxy leg is still painful so she is seeing the nice Surgeon this week. As the tolerant
and amiable feline that I am, I shall persist with my care and kindness to the crabby old bat. I asked her ‘Mumsie my darling creative persona, are you painting critters & shapes again to-day?’ Response: Grumble, mumble.. mrrrmph stuff was heard by my most delicate ears. (YUK!) Her face poked out of the bed jumble, like a visage from ‘Frankenstein’s Chronicles’. Ooooh.. then the voice, that meanie old woman sound. ‘Leemo, you amnesic cat, of COURSE I am painting to-day. My CWA Branch is holding a stall on the afternoon of 8th December at Bunnings in Lismore as we are raising money for women & children who need stuff..not just for Christmas, but all the time. SO, it is essential I get this painting done so we can sell the end results as tree decorations and raise some loot. Gottit? (Ponder? I’ll do my best ‘suck up’ ever.) ‘Mum, what things might you be painting to-day…shall I kindly help you?’ She looked at me doubtingly. Rather suspiciously in fact. ‘Leems, this project involves much patience and attention, ensuing each Aussie themed shape looks nifty hanging from a Christmas Tree. I hold concerns about your ability to carry this out, e.g., the mess around your food bowls after a simple meal? You don’t even use napkins or wash your bowls.
So, NUP, I’m afraid you can’t help. CWA Members have put lot of time and care into carving the things I’m painting, so I’m not having your slap-dash approach near them.’
Oh Well, I did try. What shall I do instead I wonder? Hmmm. I KNOW…I’ll invite all my buddies over and we will make CWA Recipe Scones..yippee! What fun this will be. Mum will be so pleased. Maybe Bev & Audrey will help? Purrsies, Leemo.
Christmas Tree Decorations from Lismore CWA Day Branch
Lismore’s Shopbaby Carols in the Heart is back for another year of fun and entertainment, this year being held in South Lismore at Nesbitt Park.
The annual heartwarming event will be held on the evening of Sunday, 11 December from 4.30pm to 9pm.
Mayor Krieg said holding the event in South Lismore is very signifcant for the community.
“This great community event will bring joy and happiness to an area of Lismore that was heavily affected by the February natural disaster and major March food. We are really looking forward to seeing the smiles on people’s faces after what has been a tough year,” he said.
JD Smith and Cosima De Vito will be teaming up to deliver the magical Christmas celebration for Lismore.
JD is one of Australia’s fnest pop
vocalists and member of the international vocal supergroup, The Ten Tenors. Cosima is a powerhouse female vocalist who rose to fame on Australian Idol in 2004.
With a variety of local musicians, bands and performers on the line-up, this year’s Shopbaby’s Carols in the Heart is set to be a big community Christmas celebration.
Shopbaby Carols in the Heart is a free event and with lots of fun family attractions including face painting, jumping castles and a visit from Santa, it is an evening not to be missed.
The night will conclude with an unforgettable laser spectacular courtesy of the Lismore Workers Club.
Council is looking
to partner with local community transport provider HART Services to provide free transport for the event. More details on this will be released in the coming weeks.
Shopbaby Carols in the Heart will be held on Sunday, 11 December from 4.30pm-9pm at Nesbitt Park, South Lismore.
A Flood Impact Assessment undertaken by Resilience NSW for emergency housing in Mullumbimby is now publicly available.
The document is on the Resilience NSW website and relates to work done on the preparation of land in the rail corridor, for 40 temporary units (also known as pod houses) for emergency accommodation.
The Flood Impact Assessment provides information on a range of food scenarios for properties around the housing site on Prince Street, Mullumbimby.
Byron Shire Mayor, Michael Lyon, welcomed Resilience NSW’s release of the food impact assessment document, saying residents around the site have been asking for the information for many months.
“People who live in that part of Mullumbimby were heavily impacted by the foods earlier this year. There is, understandably, a lot of angst and concern about the work on the housing
site, especially in relation to the construction of the pad to elevate the units above the 1 in 100-year food level and what impacts this may have on the neighbouring properties,” Mayor Lyon said.
“The Flood Impact Assessment contains information about food modelling and the impacts of different food events based on the fnal design of the site.
“It also details work that has been done on the installation of drainage channels and a property protection bund,” the Mayor said.
“While the report was developed using information from Council’s North Byron Shire Floodplain Risk Management Plan, Council has had minimal input into the document, other than trying to ensure that impacts be reduced or removed on neighbouring properties through the site design.
“I hope this document provides people with the technical information they have been asking for in relation to the
food modelling for the pod site and I am hoping it provides confdence and assurance to people about the impact of the development should there be any major fooding in the near future.
“According to the report, there are 11 properties that will see an increase in fooding in a 1 in 100 year event, and 85 properties that will actually see a reduction in fooding in this type of event.
“Resilience NSW, myself and a representative from the food consultancy conducted meetings today with residents and property owners potentially impacted by these works to go through the various scenarios and potential impacts resulting from the site works.
“This emergency housing is much needed in Mullumbimby as people continue to work on the long, diffcult and emotional process of getting back to their homes.
“The stories of people’s
lived experiences in one emergency housing situation after another are harrowing and I hope we can place as many as possible in this more stable form of temporary accommodation in the near future as the pod sites come online,” Mayor Lyon said.
Resilience NSW is building 40 selfcontained units at Mullumbimby to provide housing for up to 160 people.
The frst units are expected to be fnished in mid-December with the remaining ones to be completed in early 2023.
To view the report go to the Resilience NSW Temporary Accommodation web page and select the Prince and Station Street Mullumbimby pdf link.
For media enquiries contact the Media and Communications team on 02 6626 7320.
Trade, investment and collaboration opportunities with Indonesia are set to be bolstered across new growth areas with the renewal of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between NSW and Jakarta.
Minister for Enterprise, Investment and Trade Alister Henskens said the updated MoU strengthens the 28-year Sister State-Province agreement NSW has with Jakarta.
“Indonesia boasts an economy growing at 5 per cent per annum that has already passed $US 1 trillion and by 2030, Indonesia is projected to be the seventh largest economy in the world,” Mr Henskens said.
“There are many exciting opportunities for NSW businesses to expand into Indonesia and Jakarta is home to a growing consumer market eager for high-quality food and health products, growing infrastructure needs and
a thriving technology sector.
“NSW also has world-class educational and vocational training services and with an increasing demand from Indonesia for high quality educational providers this is another growth opportunity for one of NSW’s largest exports.”
The agreement focuses on four key areas across agribusiness, food and beverage, technology, innovation and startups, tourism and education to increase collaboration to generate commercial outcomes for NSW and
Indonesian businesses. A focus of the agreement is to help increase links in tourism and education with 55 per cent of Indonesian students currently studying in Australia choosing to study in NSW.
Jakarta’s Caretaker Governor, Heru Budi Hartono, welcomes the cooperation between the two states and hopes this can create economic opportunities that beneft Jakarta’s development.
“Jakarta is continuously progressing to be a smarter city and better living environment for its residents. We hope the cooperation built with NSW can help to improve our resilience against future challenges, including climate change and healthcare. Furthermore, this relationship can be a platform for mutual learning and beneft in the effort to develop our city or state,” Caretaker Governor Heru said.
Applications are now open for the 2023 NSW Women’s Week Grants Program, with $100,000 in funding available for women-focused events held between 6-12 March, 2023.
Minister for Women Bronnie Taylor encour aged local councils and not-for-proft organisa tions to apply for a share of the funding to hold events that celebrate and connect women and girls in NSW.
“NSW Women’s Week is a fantastic oppor tunity to celebrate the many achievements and
accomplishments of women and girls across this great state,” Mrs Taylor said.
“It is also a time for us to shine a light on what we can do to bring wom en together to share our strengths, support each other and work towards gender equality.
“I urge organisations to submit their applications to help them deliver these important events for their local commu nity.”
Events funded by the grants program must support at least one of the key priorities of the
NSW Women’s Strategy 2023-26:
• Economic opportu nity and advance ment
• Health and wellbe ing
• Participation and empowerment Past events included fnancial independence workshops, street dance lessons and women in STEM seminars.
Applications close Sunday, 4 December 2022. Apply online at: https://www.nsw.gov.au/ grants-and-funding/nswwomens-week-grants
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Byron Shire Council has been awarded $230,000 design funding for three new shared paths in Bangalow and Byron.
Funded under the Transport for NSW Get NSW Active program, the projects include shared paths on Lighthouse Road leading to the Byron Bay lighthouse, as well as Raftons and Lismore Roads in Bangalow.
Council’s Infrastructure Services Director, Phil Holloway, said the funding will support the design stage of the projects and will be undertaken in consultation with the community and stakeholders.
He said the design phase will take around twelve months and start in early 2023.
The shared paths were priority projects identified in Council’s 10 Year Bike Plan and 10 year Pedestrian Access and Mobility Plan.
They will improve neighbourhood walkability, cycling and link key town centres to outlying areas.
Mayor Michael Lyon said shared paths are a great way to create vibrant towns and support residents’ health and wellbeing.
“Shared paths give people an alternative way to get to town and around their neighbourhoods - and walking, riding and rolling gets people of all ages out and about in the fresh air,” Mayor Lyon said.
“These paths also create an alternative mode of transport to the car which supports Council’s desire to have less cars and more people in our towns and villages,” he said.
Once the designs have been completed, Council will apply for grants to fund the construction of the paths.
The Transport for NSW Get NSW Active funding program invests in projects that support safe, easy and enjoyable walking and cycling trips.
Ballina Shire Council wants your feedback. Every two years, Council undertakes a community satisfaction survey to measure our performance on key facilities and services.
Micromex Research are conducting a telephone survey of about 500 randomly selected community members and ask a series of questions about Ballina Shire Council.
Council’s General Manager, Paul Hickey said: “This feedback from the community will tell us about the
preferred priorities for Council and identify areas where we can improve our service levels.”
The information also independently measures how Council is performing as a local government organisation and provides a benchmark against other councils throughout NSW.
“We would like to get a good cross-section of the community to participate in this important survey, it will only take 10 to 15 minutes of your time,” said Mr Hickey.
With the recent increase of scams and high-profile cyber security breaches across the country, Council understands that the community is wary of unknown callers.
Micromex employees will identify themselves as such, and Ballina Shire Council as the organisation that has engaged them to conduct the survey.
Micromex callers will never ask for personally identifying information, financial details, request remote access to your computer, or send you a link. If you believe a caller is suspicious, hang up. For more information about protecting yourself from scams visit www. scamwatch.gov.au
For more information on the survey, or to review previous survey results, visit ballina.nsw.gov.au/ CommunityPriorities
Walk, roll, ride – more shared paths on the way for Byron Bay and Bangalowte
Patients receiving care at hospitals in Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) in 2021 have given local health staff excellent ratings in the Bureau of Health Information’s latest Adult Admitted Patient Survey, released today.
Patients from across NNSWLHD provided positive feedback on their experiences during a period of significant upheaval for the Northern NSW community, with 92 per cent saying the care they received at local hospitals was ‘very good’ or ‘good’.
Across the region, 94 per cent of patients surveyed rated the doctors who treated them as good or very good, with 96 per cent rating the nurses who treated them as good or very good.
NNSWLHD Chief Executive Wayne Jones said the positive results were a testament to the ability of health staff to deliver compassionate and patient-focused care even amongst trying circumstances.
“Last year in particular,
our staff faced added daily challenges which were impacting the way patients – and their loved ones - interacted with our health services,” Mr Jones said.
“These included measures like screening hospital visitors for respiratory symptoms and vaccination status, increased infection prevention controls within our facilities, border restrictions impacting on the ability of staff and patients to get to hospital, and increasing hospitalisations as a result of the local spike in COVID-19 cases in the last quarter of 2021.
“Many of our staff were also involved in COVIDrelated functions which took them away from their usual place of work, such as vaccination programs, contact tracing and staff education to ensure we could support our residents to get through the pandemic.
“Health staff continued to put patient care and compassion at the fore, and we can see that reflected through the experiences of patients. Thank you to all our
staff for your amazing efforts.”
The 2022-23 budget for Northern NSW Local Health District is over $985 million, an increase of more than $40 million, or 4.3 per cent more, on the previous year’s budget.
Between mid-2012 and mid-2022 NNSWLHD increased its workforce by an additional 1,127 full time equivalent staff - an increase of 29.9 per cent including 223 more doctors, 374 more nurses and midwives, and 132 more allied health staff.
BALLINA DISTRICT HOSPITAL: Almost all patients, 98 per cent, rated the care they received overall as ‘good’ or ‘very good’, and 91 per cent said the staff they met on arrival were polite and welcoming. Ninety-four per cent of patients said the health professionals were kind and caring, and 86 per cent said hospital areas were ‘very clean’.
BYRON CENTRALHOSPITAL: Ninety per cent of patients rated the care they received overall as ‘good’ or ‘very good’, and 92 per cent of patients surveyed said the hospital areas were ‘very clean’. Ninetytwo per cent rated the teamwork of health professionals as ‘good’ or ‘very good’.
CASINO & DISTRICT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL: Recorded results above the NSW average for 10 of the reported measures, including 84 per cent of patients who said the overall care they received was ‘very good’. Nine in 10 patients (91 per cent) said the staff they met on arrival were polite and welcoming, 89 per cent of patients ‘definitely’ had trust and confidence in the health professionals treating them, and 94 per cent said the teamwork of health professionals was ‘good’ or ‘very good’.
GRAFTON BASE HOSPITAL: Almost all patients, 97 per cent, said they would rate their overall care as ‘very
good’ or ‘good’. More than eight in 10 patients (85 per cent) said the hospital areas were ‘very clean’, and 87 per cent said the staff they met on arrival were polite and welcoming.
LISMORE BASE HOSPITAL: Almost nine in 10 patients (89 per cent) rated the care they received overall as ‘good’ or ‘very good’, with 95 per cent rating the nurses who treated them as ‘good’ or ‘very good’. Ninety per cent of patients rated the teamwork of health professionals as ‘good’ or ‘very good’ and 88 per cent said the staff they met on arrival were polite and welcoming.
MACLEAN DISTRICT HOSPITAL: Ninety per cent of patients rated their care as ‘good’ or ‘very good’, and 90 per cent said staff were ‘definitely’ polite and welcoming on arrival to hospital. Ninety per cent of patients said the way health professionals worked together as a team was ‘good’ or ‘very good’.
HOSPITAL: In total, Murwillumbah recorded 16 measures significantly higher than the NSW average, across areas such as organisation of care, teamwork, communication, cleanliness and confidence in health professionals. Almost all patients, 97 per cent, said staff were polite and welcoming on arrival and 87 per cent of patients rated the overall care they received as ‘very good’, the highest individual hospital result in the state.
THE TWEED HOSPITAL: Ninetythree per-cent of patients rated the overall care they received as ‘good’ or ‘very good’, and 88 per cent said staff on arrival were ‘definitely’ polite and welcoming. Eight in 10 patients (82 per cent) said they ‘definitely’ had trust and confidence in the health professionals, and 96 per cent rated the teamwork of health professionals as ‘good’ or ‘very good’.
NSW is set to pilot photo verifcation technology which will empower customers to have more control of their personal information while enabling convenient and secure proof-of-identity transactions online with both government and business.
Minister for Customer Service and Digital Government Victor Dominello said the technology will always be opt-in and will put customers in charge of their personal information like never before.
“Recent cyber breaches have underlined the need to keep the control of our private information in the hands of the customer, and stop the need for the continual oversharing of our personal details,” Mr Dominello said.
“We have put privacy, security and customer control at the heart of the NSW Digital Identity, and its pilots.
“Customers will be able to store their encrypted personal information securely on their own device meaning it will not be held centrally by Government or a private entity.
“And customers can be confdent that no biometric or photo data will be stored once successfully verifed.
“This will give customers more control over their personal information and reduce the oversharing of physical identity documents and credentials.”
Mr Dominello said the NSW Digital ID program will build and improve on the work already done by the Federal myGovID program.
“The NSW Digital ID program will provide customers with the ability to prove their
identity through a secure digital channel when transacting with government, businesses or non-government organisations.
“In doing so, it will unlock a range of possibilities for more inclusive and secure digital government services.
“NSW customers have already embraced the Digital Drivers Licence with over 75 per cent of licence holders opting in to access their licence via the Service NSW app.
“The NSW Digital Identity will take things to the next level, increasing convenience and customer control over what personal information and credentials are shared with whom.”
The pilots commencing in November will enable customers to renew their Working with Children Check remotely via the Service NSW and conduct proof of age checks for online alcohol purchases via the Service NSW app.
Ongoing tests will continue throughout the piloting of this technology with Privacy Impact Assessments including regular consultation with the Information and Privacy Commissioner, Fraud Risk Assessments, Security Risk Assessments, compliance with the NSW AI Assurance Framework and other safeguards, to ensure the privacy and security of customers.
For more information on NSW Digital ID go to: www.nsw.gov.au/nswgovernment/projects-andinitiatives/future-digitalidentity
Members of Cabbage Tree Island’s Aboriginal community have a new home with construction now complete at the Wardell temporary housing site.
Minister for Flood Recovery Steph Cooke said the newly established Bath Street site contains more than 50 ‘pods’ with capacity to house more than 200 people.
“This site has been planned and constructed in very close collaboration with the Jali Local Aboriginal Land Council to ensure it meets the needs of this community, which was severely impacted by the unprecedented fooding,” Ms Cooke said.
“Cabbage Tree Island Public School has also relocated to the site to ensure educational and cultural continuity for residents, as well as the much-loved Health Post service in addition to wrap-around supports provided by Uniting
Care.”
Ms Cooke said the NSW Government is delivering medium-term housing options for food-affected residents across the Northern Rivers region.
“We’ve faced challenge after challenge due to the persistent wet weather hampering construction work, but we’re pushing on to roll out ‘pods’, caravans and campervans on a scale never done
before in NSW,” Ms Cooke said.
“Providing safe and secure accommodation means residents can focus on rebuilding, continuing on their recovery journey, and making decisions about what comes next.”
Other temporary housing sites in the Northern Rivers region include Wollongbar which can accommodate more than 400 people,
Coraki which can accommodate up to 240 people, SCU Lismore campus which can accommodate up to 220 people and Pottsville which can accommodate more than 70 people.
Construction is continuing on sites at Ballina, Brunswick Heads, Evans Head, Kingscliff and Mullumbimby.
Northern NSW Local Health District is urging residents to continue to do the little things to keep the local community safe amid NSW’s fourth COVID wave.
Director North Coast Population and Public Health, Dr Paul Douglas, said protecting each other was especially important given the current wave of cases and the seasonal movement of people into the region.
“We have seen a 72 per cent increase in recorded local COVID-19 cases, from 319 cases recorded in the week to Saturday 5 November, up to 548 cases recorded in the week ending Saturday 12 November. However, the prevalence of the virus may be higher than these fgures show,” Dr Douglas said.
“We want everyone to have a safe and enjoyable spring and summer period which is why we’re asking people to do the little
Scan the QR Code to fnd your nearest Vaccine Clinic
things which help reduce the risk of transmission among family, friends and community.
“Wear a mask indoors in situations where you may be in close contact with others, such as shopping centres, public transport or group settings.
“Stay at home if you have any cold or fu symptoms, and get tested with a RAT or PCR test. Please record your
positive RAT test using Service NSW so you can get connected to care.”
Anyone who feels unwell, or who has tested positive to COVID-19, should not visit aged care facilities or hospitals, and should postpone any contact with vulnerable people.
People who are at risk of severe disease, including the elderly or immunocompromised, are encouraged to make
an appointment with their GP as a preemptive measure to discuss eligibility for antivirals and pathology test referral should they become unwell.
“Please keep in touch with your doctor because they know your medical history best, and you may be eligible for antivirals which can prevent severe disease, hospitalisation and death.
“Current COVID-19 vaccines still protect against serious disease, so please make sure you’re up to date. For most people that means having your initial two doses, plus two booster doses of a COVID-19 vaccine,” Dr Douglas said.
To book your vaccination, please visit the COVID-19 vaccine clinic fnder.
FRIDAY
ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL
Brimming with wholesome wit, not to mention a troop of animals which is decidedly photogenic, it’s delightfully easy to surrender to the charms of this British drama. The lush, rolling hillsides and the leisurely trickle of quaint cases for vet James Herriot (Nicholas Ralph) to solve promise to induce a sleepy, warm-hearted stupor. There are no racing pulses here, only coos of delight and the occasional warm tear drop. In tonight’s season two nale, when James’ parents come to visit him in Darrowby, he makes a big decision about his future. That’s not it for the series’ village-set stories this year: a lush Christmas special is incoming. 2511
6.00 The Drum. Analysis of the day’s news.
7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories.
7.30 Gardening Australia. Josh Byrne meets gardeners of all ages.
8.30 Frankly. (Final) Fran Kelly chats with some of the biggest names and brains in Australia and from around the globe.
9.10 All Creatures Great And Small. (Final, PG) James’ parents come to visit. Tristan’s next steps are informed by a chance meeting with an outsider.
9.55 Fisk. (Ml, R) George is feeling overworked.
10.25 Troppo. (Mal, R) Ted and Amanda make a discovery.
11.20 ABC Late News.
11.35 To Be Advised.
12.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)
6.00 FIFA World Cup 2022 Preview Show. (R) A preview of FIFA World Cup matches, as well as a look at the latest news and team and player pro les.
6.30 SBS World News.
7.30 Engineering Reborn. (Premiere, PG) Looks at how abandoned and neglected buildings have been given a new lease of life.
8.30 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Group B. Wales v Iran. From Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan, Qatar.
11.30 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Group A. Qatar v Senegal. From Al Thumama Stadium, Al Thumama, Qatar.
2.30 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Group A. Netherlands v Ecuador.
5.30 Soccer. 2022 FIFA World Cup. Group B. England v USA.
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6.30 The Project. Special guest is Daniel Sloss.
7.30 The Living Room. (Final) Miguel Maestre creates tasty Christmas fare.
8.30 The Graham Norton Show. (PGa, R) Graham Norton is joined by Paul Mescal, Michaela Coel, Winston Duke, Emma Corrin and Richard Ayoade.
9.30 Just For Laughs Australia. (MA15+ls, R) Stand-up comedy performances from Judith Lucy, Dilruk Jayasinha and Michelle Brasier.
10.00 Just For Laughs Uncut. (MA15+als, R) Hosted by Nikki Osborne. 10.30 Luke Heggie: Tiprat. (MA15+ls, R) 11.40 The Project. (R) 12.40 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R)
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Agents yarded a total of 1,325 head at the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange regular prime sale on Wednesday 16 November. Around 900 of that number were young cattle comprising a large percentage of weaners in condition to suit restockers. There were very few showing enough fnish for the trade. There was reduced processor attendance for the grown cattle however restocker activity remained high through the young cattle and plainer condition cows.
There were 316 head yarded at Grafton Fat Cattle Sale 15th November 2022.
Numbers lifted this week, the majority being export types. As we move towards Christmas kill space seems to be flling quiet fast which has seen Bullocks, Cows and Bulls receive a correction in price, anywhere from 10-25c/kg. However, there was some very good Bullocks yarded and some impressive returns were received. The yarding of young and restocker cattle was mostly plain but surprisingly prices seemed slightly dearer compared to last week.
A/c D Salkeld sold Angus Bullocks 381.2c/kg averaged 773kg - $2,946.68 p/hd
Agents today yarded a smaller gathering of 937 sheep and lambs, with lambs presented being fresher as the weather effect has started to decline.
The yarding was drawn from local, New England and the Western regions. Lambs topped at $200 to average $154.66 ($20up), hoggets topped at $140 to average $101.94 ($13up), Ewes topped at $110 to average $56.68 ($11down), Wethers topped at $150 to average $120.86($45up), rams topped at $144 to average $111.79($40up), Lamb rams topped at $170 to average $113.60 ($4down), ewe lambs topped at $175 to average $156.77 ($25up). The yarding was
Cow prices saw a drop this week averaging 325c/ kg and reaching a top price of 410c/kg. Lighter heifer prices saw an increase with those up to 250kg averaging 586c/kg and topping their category at 736c/kg. Heavier heifers over 250kg were cheaper averaging 404c/kg and reaching a top of 626c/kg.
Bull prices were easier this week with 31 head sold averaging 298c/kg and 632kg. Steer prices were cheaper with those up to 250kg averaging 624c/kg and reaching a top of 855c/kg. Heavier steers over 250kg averaged 490c/kg and topped their market at 670c/kg. A good number of bullocks sold on the day averaged 365c/kg and reached a top of 400c/kg.
A/c VJ Cooper sold Angus Bullocks 392.2c/kg averaged 620kg - $2,431.64 p/hd
A/c MR & LK Connor sold Brangus Bullocks 398.2c/kg averaged 676.9kg - $2,695.32 p/hd
A/c M & E Considine sold Brangus Bullocks 390.2c/ kg averaged 622.5kg - $2,428.99 p/hd
A/c The Clarence Gorge sold an Angus Bullock 384.2c/kg weighed 745kg - $2,862.29
A/c W & S Donoghue sold Santa Steers 438.2c/kg averaged 445kg - $1,949.99 p/hd
A/c DJ Vickery sold a Charolais Cross Cow 365.2c/ kg weighed 640kg - $2,337.28
A/c SJ & JA Pereira sold Brahman Cross Cows 363.2c/kg averaged 535kg - $1,943.12 p/hd
dominated with the trade and export weights and with a limited number of mutton available.
Andrew Rodgers P/L sold Australian White lambs 64kg to Eversons for $200
Mark Winning sold Dohne x lambs 54kg to Thomas Foods for $141, 49kg to Take It Easy Meats for $109, 51kg hoggets to restockers for $87
JCD Past Co sold Dorper wether lambs 48kg to Leslie Lamb for $188
Sally Cadalora sold 47.6kg Dorper x lambs to Eversons for $170
Greg & Clancy Mc Gahan sold Dorper x lambs 42.72kg to Elliots Butchery for $164, ewes to Eversons for $100
Haymark Inv sold Dorper x lambs 48.75kg to Eversons for $178, 42.8kg to GR Prime for $135 Magnerlands P/L sold Xbred lambs 58.5kg to
Vealer prices saw a drop this week averaging 561c/ kg and 225kg and reaching a top of 822c/kg.
George & Fuhrmann held a store sale at the NRLX on Friday 18 November with 1,899 head going under the hammer. Steers topped their category at 960c/kg and averaged 638c/kg and 261kg whilst heifers reached a top of 788c/kg and averaged 622c/kg and 222kg. Cows reached a top price of $2,320 whilst Cows & Calves topped their market at $3,800.
Ian Weir & Son will hold a store sale this Friday 25 November. Further bookings are welcome.
A/c W & S Donoghue sold Charbray Cows 369.2c/kg averaged 615kg - $2,270.58 p/hd
A/c B & G Walters sold an Angus Bull 332.2c/kg weighed 985kg - $3,272.17
A/c A & VA Borsato sold Charolais Cross Steers 665.2c/kg averaged 285kg - $1,895.82 p/hd
A/c Wendy Owen sold Angus Cross Heifers 595.2c/ kg averaged 243.3kg - $1,448.32 p/hd
A/c DJ Vickery sold an Angus Cross Heifer 580.2c/ kg weighed 240kg - $1,392.48
A/c KT & HJ Elliott sold a Charolais Cross Heifer 525.2c/kg weighed 315kg - $1,654.38
A/c Brett Tibbett sold Angus Cross Steers 635.2c/kg averaged 225kg - $1,429.20 p/hd
Eversons for $180, 50kg to Take IT Easy Meats for $183, Suffolk Lambs 57.2kg to Eversons for $183, 47kg to GR Prime for $130, 62.3kg hoggets to Eversons for $140
Kim Nielsen sold 56.3kg Dorset x hoggets for $139, Rams to restockers for $144
Doreen Virtue sold Wiltipol x lambs 46.6kg to Whites Trading for $121
Kyarnee Past Co sold 44.2kg Xbred lambs to GR Prime for $139.50, hoggets $45kg to restockers for $104, 71.6kg wethers in the wool to Eversons for $150
Ron & Kerrie Glasser sold Xbred lambs 51.25kg to Eversons for $170, hoggets 53kg to Eversons for $130, 65.8kg wethers to Eversons for $139, 37.5kg lambs and 27.5kg lambs to restockers for $96 and $61, rams to Tonys Supa Meats for $75
The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry have launched a new grants program to encourage more farmers to take up drought resilience practices and technology.
Over $14 million is available to eligible entities under the Future Drought Fund Extension and Adoption of Drought Resilience Farming Practices Grants program.
Successful projects will receive between $100,000 and $3 million to drive adoption of proven Australian and International generated research and development (R&D) that will help farmers prepare for the impacts of future droughts.
Deputy Secretary Rosemary Deininger said this program is another means in supporting a proactive approach to effective risk management, climate action and resilience.
“Proven R&D practices and technologies that present solutions and can assist farmers with improving drought
resilience are already out there, but there’s a gap when it comes to getting them adopted on farm across the country,” Ms Deininger said.
“These projects could reduce the impacts of drought or help farms to bounce back quicker.
“By making these kinds of practices and technology within reach for more farmers, we can make sure more people are better prepared to manage dry conditions in future, whilst keeping their business afoat.
“Indeed, some areas are experiencing widespread and devastating fooding at the moment.
“However, drought is also a natural part of the Australian landscape, and periods of drought are likely to become more frequent and severe with climate change.”
Under this new program, at least $14.3 million will be available to eligible entities to drive large-scale uptake of Australian and international generated R&D to assist farmers with improving drought resilience.
LIVESTOCK MARKETS WARWICK W/E 18/11/2022
Numbers fell across the sales held this week as the weather has turned and started to dry out, Cattle numbers were at 886 head, Sheep and Lamb numbers were at 937 head, pigs saw 81 head meet the sale.
Poultry numbers were also smaller this week. The markets whilst in shorter numbers were still frm across the categories.
Vealer steers averaged 616.4c/kg topping at 724.2c/ kg or $1566.60 to $1929.89
Vealer heifers averaged 548.5c/kg topping at 694.2c/ kg or $1307.14 to $1608.00
Feeder steers averaged 493c/kg topping at 600c/kg or $1915.39 to $2326.50
Feeder heifers averaged 422.6c/kg topping at 480.2c/
303 Tullymorgan Road, Lawrence $1,095,000
The program will focus on practices and technologies that are proven to reduce the impacts of drought on agricultural productivity, enable a quicker recovery of farmers and their lands from drought, and demonstrate public benefts.
Successful projects will deliver extension and adoption activities, such as demonstrating practices on Australian farms.
Applications are now open, and close 9 January 2023 at 9pm (AEDT), with grant activity from June 2023 – June 2025.
To apply or learn more about the Extension and Adoption of Drought Resilience Farming Practices Grants at the Community Grants Hub.
The Extension and Adoption of Drought Resilience Farming Practices Grants program is part of the Future Drought Fund (FDF) which provides $100 million each year for programs that build drought resilience.
kg or $1511.81 to $1762.50
A two-part ABARES Insights series on Australian agriculture draws attention to how changes in the sector over past decades have led to its current success and what will shape its future performance.
ABARES Executive Director Dr Jared Greenville said farmers have made the most of exceptional growing seasons and high global prices to achieve unprecedented industry production and export values over the last three years.
“The sector has had some remarkable results lately, and while the recent fooding will mean some forecasts will have to be revised, 2022-23 is still going to be a good year for many,” Dr Greenville said.
“Over the last few decades, we’ve seen policy reforms that have opened up Australian agriculture to increased competition, driving productivity and allowing Australian agriculture to make the
Yearling steers averaged 541.8c/kg topping at 648.2c/ kg or $1645.51 to $2090.76
Yearling heifers averaged 506c/kg topping at 600.2c/ kg or $1489.13 to $2025.75
Steers averaged 419.9c/kg topping at 484.2c/kg or $2323.11 to $3017.12
Heifers averaged 350.2c/kg topping at 500.2c/kg or $1520.85 to $2238.53
Manufacturing steers averaged 401.2c/kg to return 2828.46
Cows averaged 331.3c/kg topping at 384.2c/kg or $1799.38 to $2730.00
Bulls averaged 405.3c/kg topping at 595.2c/kg or $1598.09 to $3550.95
Sale total averaged $1657.84
Lambs topped at $200 to average $154.66 up $20/
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most of opportunities available to the sector.
“A number of trends have helped shape what agriculture looks like today –increased research and development, and investment has supported both productivity growth and innovation across the sector, while improved risk management has improved the resilience of farmers to climate and commodity price volatility.
“How Australia produces food and fbre today is very different to the past. More change should be expected as the sector continues to be shaped by existing and emerging mega-trends including global income growth, climate change, and the contested trading and geopolitical landscape.
“Right now, international markets are looking volatile, and we’ve seen domestic challenges from the after-effects of COVID-19 on supply
head
chains and labour shortages also creating volatility in global markets.
“However, there’s a lot of opportunity with the number of consumers in high income countries who will demand Australian products expected to increase by 3 billion people by 2050.
“Australia trades on a clean and green image but expectations are increasing.
Sustainability will not only be an opportunity, but a point of competition. It will mean that Australian agriculture will need to meet these rising expectations.
“Overall, Australian agriculture is looking strong, but we will always need to be ready to adapt to whatever the next disruption might be, whether that’s from technology, climate or the geopolitical landscape.”
Hoggets topped at $140 to average $101.94 up $13/ head
Ewes topped at $110 to average $56.68 down $11/ head
Wethers topped at $150 to average $120.86 up $45/ head
Rams topped at $144 to average $111.79 up $40/head Lamb rams topped at $170 to average $113.60 down $4/head
Sale total averaged $135.90 up $25/head week on week.
Sows sold from $100 to $386, Light Pork sold from $176 to $198, Stores sold from $74 to $217 Hens & Chicks sold to $45, Guinea fowl sold to $47.50, Ducklings to $27.50, Roosters sold to $17.50, Hens sold to $10
Farmers right across the country will gain valuable insights into healthy soil processes and regenerative agriculture at a two-day event in Lismore next month.
North Coast pecan nut farmer, Geoff Budgen, said attending the Australian Biological Farming Conference and Expo was like being a “kid in a candy shop”.
“This conference kept me awake at night, just thinking about everything we’ve been told and everything that I’m going to implement on my little patch of Australia,” he said after attending a previous conference.
“You’ve got to get the knowledge, and this is where you come to get it.”
Organised by Soilcare, a not-for-proft organisation, the 2022 event is specifcally designed to provide relevant and practical information for farmers.
Soilcare board member Bonnie Walker said it is more important than ever to take care of our soils and adopt regenerative and biological farming
practices, with the impacts of climate change hitting hard across the country.
“We want to give farmers an event that will inspire, teach, allow them to network, gather with likeminded people, share knowledge, learn new skills and go home recharged and ready to take on new practices,” she said.
“We have excellent
speakers who have frsthand experience – they have developed their own biological farming processes and can talk about what they have learned along the way.”
This year’s theme is: “Soil is the answer. What’s the question?”. Some of the speakers will include:
• Bob Shaffer: A world-leading practitioner and speaker
on biological farming. He is a horticultural agronomist and viticulturist and has developed cover crop systems for farms, orchards and vineyards as well as specialising in compost development and use. Bob owns and operates a coffee and tropical crops farm in Hawaii.
• Gary Zimmer (live-streaming from Wisconsin): A world-
renowned farmer, author, speaker and biological farming consultant with decades of experience in agriculture. He has helped thousands of farmers improve their operations, starting with the soil and building to a proftable, successful farming operation. Gary runs Otter Creek Organic Farm together with his family.
• Peter Hazell: With 30 years’
experience in natural resource management and in the delivery of landscape rehydration projects throughout Australia, Peter provides on-ground advice and prepares Landscape Rehydration Plans. He navigates the social, legal and technical complexities of natural resource management to achieve signifcant on-ground outcomes.
SoilCare has joined with Southern Cross University and The Regenerative Agriculture Alliance to hold the conference due to increasing demand for knowledge about biological farming. It will be held at the university’s Lismore campus from December 2 to 5.
Those who are not able to attend in-person can register as virtual delegates and gain access to live and recorded sessions.
For more information or to register for the conference, visit australi anbiologicalfarmingconf erence.org.
A survey of the state’s food-affected farmers has found signifcant losses across many regions, leading to massive costs as most of the damage is uninsurable.
More than two-thirds of respondents to the NSW Farmers Flood Impacts survey were experiencing fooding for their second year in a row, with more than three-quarters saying they had planted less than half of their usual winter crop this season in response to the wet weather.
NSW Farmers President Xavier Martin said the fnancial impact was set to be enormous, with harvesting efforts delayed by several weeks as foodwater continued to wreak havoc on roads and
paddocks.
“Farmers are saying they’re a bit over it, frankly, and it’s not hard to see why,” Mr Martin said.
“We know these farms are homes, not just workplaces, and having to deal with the uncertainty, stress and anxiety of living through this ongoing cycle of natural disasters is challenging.
“When you consider farming has been a pretty expensive operation over the past year, and now so much of the food and fbre we have grown has been destroyed or damaged, it’s really tough from both a personal and a business standpoint.”
More than half of the state’s local government areas were subject to natural disaster
declarations following another weekend of intense rain and fooding, and most roads were either heavily potholed or closed in parts, including the Newell. This was having a major impact not only on the movement of trucks and machinery, but also people trying to get about their communities.
Mr Martin said many
respondents reported on-farm roads, fences, bridges and culverts would also need to be replaced, with many estimating initial repair bills upwards of $100,000.
“Unfortunately this disaster is not over yet, but we know this year will go down in history not just as one of the worst widespread fooding events we’ve seen,” Mr Martin said.
“A lot of this food damage cannot be insured against, and we’ll be feeling the impact well into next year in terms of missing the summer sowing window because the ground is still so wet.
“With so many people reporting increased stress and mental health impacts, I’d urge everyone to keep in
touch with neighbours. Wellbeing and health support is available, so don’t struggle through this on your own.”
Affected farmers should report any food damage to their properties to NSW DPI to help get support moving as quickly as possible.
Livestock producers are advised to use the NSW Government Agriculture and Animal Services Functional Area (AASFA) hotline – 1800 814 647 – for immediate assistance for affected farmers, landowners and communities in isolated areas.
To keep up to date with the latest food information, visit www. nsw.gov.au/foods
Australia is set to pioneer a new era of sustainable sugar exports when the frst-ever shipment of fully traceable, sustainably produced raw sugar is loaded for export at the Port of Townsville this week.
In a world frst, the sugar, produced from cane grown by Smartcane BMP accredited growers, will be traceable through the supply chain to the end user in South Korea.
The proof-of-concept trial is the culmination of years of work by CANEGROWERS and KPMG Origins, working with a range of supply chain partners to create a platform that would use blockchain technology to trace the provenance of sugar from paddock to package.
The KPMG Origins blockchain technology has already been tested in Tully and Mackay to show traceability of Smartcane BMP accredited sugarcane from farm to mill.
This export pilot will
test traceability from the bulk sugar terminal to the customer and will involve a 25,000-tonne shipment of sugar sold by Queensland Sugar Limited (QSL), through sugar trader Czarnikow, and delivered to the buyer in South Korea.
“There has been a huge growth in consumer demand for sustainable products across all sectors of the economy, and sugar is no different,”
Chairman Owen Menkens said.
“While proving sustainability can be diffcult, through the hard work of growers across the state we have a head start in this area.
“Over many years, CANEGROWERS has been implementing the industry-led best management practice program, Smartcane BMP, and today almost 40% of Queensland’s
cane land is accredited in the program.
“In addition to this, Smartcane BMP has itself been recognised by global sugar sustainability programs, Bonsucro, Czarnikow VIVE, and ProTerra as aligning with their respective sugar sustainability frameworks.
“This means sugar produced from cane grown by Smartcane BMP accredited
growers is now getting international recognition for its sustainability.”
Mr Menkens said the driving force behind the project was a desire to keep Australia’s sugar industry at the cutting edge of innovation, while also developing a system that could improve market access for Australian sugar, as well as claim a possible premium for growers.
“Growers continue to innovate and improve farming practices to build both environmental sustainability and improve productivity,” Mr Menkens said.
“Often these efforts have gone unrecognised by both markets and government. But as demand increases for certifed, traceable, sustainable sugar, growers will need to see these efforts rewarded.”
Laszlo Peter, the lead partner from KPMG Origins, said “we’re proud to be the technology platform demonstrating sustainable practices in supply chains, enabling
standardised data controls, permissions and incentives via an ecosystem connected to trade partners.”
QSL General Manager Marketing Mark Hampson said the pilot shipment was an important frst step into an evolving market.
“As is the case with countless other products, changing consumer sentiment is not only driving the demand for ethically produced, sustainable sugar, but making it a key pillar of market access,” Mr Hampson said.
“Initiatives such as these are essential to ensure we not only meet that demand, but keep Queensland sugar the product of choice in high-paying markets.”
Smartcane BMP and the blockchain traceability projects have been delivered with the assistance and partnership of the State and Federal governments.
Frank was born in Alstonville on 5th March 1929 to parents Royden Alexander and Annie Henrietta Brown. Royden loved to show his farm animals at the local shows. One special cow was an Ayrshire called “Darling of Laurel Hills” who received the Champion ribbon many times. The farm was called “Laurel Hills”. Royden also showed his draught horses. For many years he serviced the district with his draught stallion “Lord Nelson”. He would lead “Lord Nelson” around from farm to farm.
In 1930, Royden and Annie purchased a property at North Codrington. He began dairying and he also grew broom millet and potatoes. The potatoes were taken by horse and slide to the river and loaded onto to the cream boat bound for the wharf in Coraki. They would then be picked up and taken to Ballina by a much larger boat and then off to Sydney for sale.
Their Family: Charlie, Cyril Francis (Frank), Ken, Danny and Doreen (twins).
Sally would ride her horse from the property (known as Ray Mison’s), cross on the little ferry at Tatham and then ride down to the school.
Children who attended school included: George Parker, George Hurrell,
of boiling the billy for functions held in the hall. The hall closed in 1965. The hall is still standing and used as a hay shed by Steve McDonald, who is the Grandson of Jim McDonald.
The Brown Family neighbours at Tatham included: Jack and Dolly McMullen,the Blanch Family and the McDonald Family. Every Sunday through the summer the children from Browns, Magners, Hancocks, Lyle and Kevin Clarke and Neville Cowan would go swimming in the river at the Tatham Ferry. Driver Gus Lewin would park the ferry in the middle of the river where they would dive off, all the time watching for approaching cars.
and 5 kids with his stock whip over his shoulder and leaning on a walking stick. He shouted, “Over my dead body you will take the boat”. There was no way anyone was taking his boat as they had to rely on it so much: children going to school, mail, and bread deliveries. Bill Gallagher and the offcial went down to Don Thomas’s home to ring up to fnd out where they stand. He arrived back and said, “They can keep their boat”. All the boats
would use 3 horses and a disc while Charlie and Frank would be using 2 horses using a mouldboard plough.
Frank remembers the time they were waiting for the cream boat to come when they heard a crash. Apparently, the cream boat had hit the sandstone ledge near the McDonald property. Sam Day was the skipper. Cream cans were knocked over. They had to wait for high tide to get the boat off the ledge.
from the elbo to the wrist. Neighbour Charlie Blanch was notifed. Charlie took him to the hospital to be stitched up by Dr Bluett. The marks of the bullock’s horns could be seen on the gate post for many years.
Frank loved the trotting races at the North Coast National. The year was 1945 and he was 16 years of age. In those early times the trotters were ridden, and they were changing over from riding the trotters to be driven in
For the children to attend school at Pidcocks Lane, they had to cross the river by boat. The school was situated straight across the river from their property on the Casino/Coraki Road. The school was originally on the Red Hill at Tatham then moved down the road towards Coraki and called Pidcocks Lane School. Sally Rankin was the teacher. Sally later married George Cox from Tatham. Each school day,
Mick Rosolen, Jack Melling, Betty, Johnny and Bobby Trustum, Billy Holmes and his brothers Artie and Steve. Most of the children rode horses.
There would be up to 20 horses in the school paddock most days.
A hall was built in 1929 by Dusty and Reg Rosolen from Evans Head, near the Pidcocks Lane School. The land for the hall was gifted by Jim McDonald.
Jim was always in charge
To get their supplies from Sheridans Store in Coraki, a man would ride up along the river to get the orders. He would go into McDonalds farm that was over the river and the Browns would relay what they were wanting by calling out across the river. He would ride back to Coraki and the supplies would be sent up on the cream boat next day. The river and the boats played an important part in the history of the district.
During World War 2, all boats were confscated from the river. Frank remembers the day when Bill Gallagher arrived from Coraki with an offcial to take their boat. Frank’s father Royden, 6 foot 4 inches and weighing 17 stone was standing on the riverbank with his wife
from other farmers on the river that were confscated, ended up at the wharf in Lismore, turned upside down where the boats deteriorated, and the grass grew through them. The boats all rotted away.
Those times when the family were ploughing up the paddocks for broom millet or cow feed, Royden
One day Royden was out near their front gate (which was a mile from the house) where he was doing some work with the shovel when a mob of bullocks owned by the Mothersoles were passing by. One bullock with very sharp horns charged at him, threw him over the fence and ripped open his arm
gigs. He won the race on “Rex’s Chance”. “Rex’s Chance” was by “Rex’s Image” out of a “Whip Ribbon” mare. He was a great trotting horse.
On 16th December 1950 Frank married Doreen Nowlan daughter of Jasper and Irene Nowlan in Lismore.
family: Gail,
Frank and Doreen frst lived opposite the now City Hall in Lismore.
After enduring the 1954 food where water came halfway up the windows, they moved to the corner of Pleasant and Spring Street Goonellabah and built their home. Frank was a carpenter/ builder most of his life and worked with several builders around Lismore. One was Carl Janson, building 100 box butter churns out of Indian teak. They were frst built in New Zealand out of Kauri pine then later they were built here using Indian teak. Work included Norco Cheese Factory which was a big job. There was no ready mix those days. It took 60 men with about 6 mixers to concrete the foors at the factory.
Builder Carl Hanson performed all Norco work.
Frank also built sheds for
In 1966 the family moved to Bungabee and purchased 50 acres from Jim Stork.
The children attended Tuncester Public School then Richmond River High. Both Gail and Geoffrey attended Pony Club and riding in the shows. The family loved the horse world where Frank acquired a stallion called “Bungabee Quick”. The stud was called Bungabee. Gradually adding to their horse numbers with “Warrell Abby” by “My Abby”.
Another champion was “Bungabee Flick” who won over 1,000 ribbons in led and working classes where she won her event fve years in a row. Then there was “Bungabee Foam” out of “Bungabee Flick” where Frank’s son Neale took to endurance riding. He won three out
of twelve endurance rides on her.
The property overlooked Disputed Plain at Bungabee. Frank rode around with Darcy Powell in those early days and helped Jack Armstrong muster cattle on many occasions. When the Bentley Railway Station ceased trading, the waiting room was put up for tender. Frank tendered $12 and won. The building was moved on to their Bungabee property and used to store their horse gear.
Frank loved competing at shows all over the district and Stanthorpe, Tenterfeld and Glen Innes on the Tablelands. He mostly showed in led classes, Stock Horse and competed in camp draft.
In 1970 Frank and Doreen went on a trip down south and called in at Theo Hill’s and saw “Abby”, he was 20 years old at the time. There were some lovely horses there by him out of “Thomahawk” mares. A lady at the newsagent in Scone asked Frank, “Are you going out to see “Gunsynd’s” frst foal which was born this morning?” Frank recalls a great moment. The highlight of the trip was watching the strappers wash the horses, with names like “Gunsynd”, “Bagette”, “Imageel” and
“Tiger Wind”’. Frank loved travelling to Stock Horse Sales. One he remembered was in Tamworth with Kelly Rowsell, Johnny Hitchcock and Rodney
(1800 litre) water tank for him.
Besides shooting and a game of pool, Frank loved fshing. He would go fshing whenever he could. He would
partner own Western Creek Station near Georgetown in the Gulf. They run a thousand Brahman cattle on the property where they have a camping ground and people come and fossick for gold. A sad time for Frank and Doreen several years ago was when they lost their eldest daughter Gail. Their youngest daughter, Janelle lives at Yorklea and son Neale lives in Lismore.
Frank and Doreen moved to Casino where they settled into retirement.
Doyle. They were great times and days he will always remember. Frank loved shooting and trapping dingoes. Over 10 years when Keith Yabsley was manager of Main Camp near Rappville, he trapped and shot over 500 dogs. Frank built a few sheds for Keith and also cemented a 5,000 gallon
often go camping with Doreen where they would both enjoy fshing. In later years, his best friend Dave Clift from Codrington would often go with him. Dave’s family bred the famous racehorse “Gunsynd” the Goondiwindi Grey.
Frank and Doreen’s eldest boy Geoffrey and
Sadly, Frank died on 15th September 2020 at the age of 94 years of age. Doreen who is 92, still lives in their Casino home. When Frank handed in his driver’s licence, he parked the car on the front lawn where he would often go and sit in it and ponder over his life achievements. This story was given to me by Frank back in June 2020 but sadly he died three months later. Permission to use this above narrative was given by Doreen.
Helen Trustum
With record-breaking rain continuing to be seen across the state, NSW DPI Fisheries is reminding communities to stay vigilant for impacts on native fsh in the coming weeks.
NSW DPI Fisheries Deputy Director General Sean Sloan said our native fsh have been put through the wringer over the past few years, with drought, bushfres and foods.
“We want people in our river communities to be alert for fsh deaths in the coming days and weeks due to signifcant rainfall across most of the state. This has resulted in extensive inundation of foodplain areas, with associated impacts on water quality causing risks for fsh” Mr Sloan said.
“These food events can wash a lot of organic matter into the river, such as grasses, leaves and fallen vegetation. The rapid breakdown of this material can strip oxygen from the water.
“If dissolved oxygen drops to very low levels, this can cause ‘hypoxic blackwater’, which can be stressful
for native fsh, especially over long periods, and can lead to fsh deaths.
“Water temperatures in the rivers are also increasing due to the hot weather, speeding up the whole process and increasing the likelihood of low oxygen levels”
Mr Sloan said the areas that DPI Fisheries were concerned about for potential fsh deaths included the Murray, Murrumbidgee, Lachlan and DarlingBaaka valleys.
“While these areas are of particular concern to DPI Fisheries, we’re asking everyone to be on the lookout for fsh deaths, given the widespread rainfall and food activity across the State in recent months,” Mr Sloan said.
“DPI Fisheries will continue to work with partner agencies, who are responsible for managing and monitoring water quality and conditions.
Community members are encouraged to report any fsh deaths or observations through the Fishers Watch Phone line on 1800 043 536.
Agriculture in NSW is contributing more to the economy than ever before despite this year’s devastating weather events, with the total value of the industry rising by more than $2 billion last year to a record $23.1 billion.
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said farmers continue to go above and beyond despite many challenges.
“Tomorrow’s National Ag Day is an opportunity for everyone to come together and thank our farmers for the worldclass food and fbre grown on our doorstep,” Mr Toole said.
“Farmers are the backbone of bush communities and the State’s economy, and have shouldered the burden to keep supermarkets shelves stocked despite unprecedented challenges in the past
year.
“We’re well on our way to agriculture becoming a $30 billion industry by 2030, and that is testament to our farmers’ hard work, day in, day out.”
Minister for Agriculture Dugald Saunders released the annual Performance Data and Insights report today, which shows the ag sector is continuing to break records despite a string of natural disasters.
“Farmers have also battled disease and pest incursions, continued biosecurity threats, increasing farm input costs like fuel and fertiliser and geopolitical events causing supply chain pressures,” Mr Saunders said.
“The fact the sector continues to prosper during all of this highlights the resilience and determination of our primary producers.
“Our cropping sector reaped the benefts of strong seasonal conditions to record a 43 per cent increase on last year to reach $11.9 billion.
“Livestock industries also achieved a record value of $7.9 billion due to a recovery in sheep meat and wool production and higher lamb, beef and wool prices. This demand supported higher farm gate prices and drove a 13 per cent increase on the previous year.
“This year, we’ve also seen our exports reach a new record high of $10.9 billion, up a huge 64 per cent.”
The Liberals and Nationals have announced a number of initiatives and reforms for the agriculture industry in 2022, highlights including:
• $229 million to prepare and protect NSW against Foot
and Mouth Disease and Lumpy Skin Disease;
• More than $202 million in the last 12 months to help food affected farmers;
• An emergency plan to eradicate Varroa mite in NSW, including an $18 million compensation package;
• A coordinated pest management program with farmers on more than 60 million hectares of land; and,
• A comprehensive review into on-farm renewable energy projects.
The 2021/2022
Performance Data and Insights report is available at https://www. dpi.nsw.gov.au/about-us/ publications/pdi
Australia’s mounting packaging stockpile could soon shrink with a little help from greener packaging made from vegetable waste.
With an Australian Government target for all packaging to be reusable, recyclable or compostable by 2025, Victoria University researchers have been looking at how agricultural waste from vegetables such as zucchini, broccoli, celery and lettuce could be used to create affordable and easily compostable packaging.
– can be grown on the partially dried waste materials to make good replacement for Styrofoam boxes.
The team’s goal is to use minimal interventions such as intensive drying or the use of excessive additives so that the processes are as natural and inexpensive as possible, and easier to scale-up in the future.
The state’s peak farming group has slammed secret water buyback plans that will hurt rural communities in NSW.
On Friday afternoon The Land revealed state water ministers had agreed to almost 50 gigalitres of water buybacks at last month’s Ministerial Council meeting, with most of that water coming from NSW.
According to The Land, Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water staff revealed the decision was to secure 46GL of surface water and 3GL of groundwater “through strategic purchases” to meet water recovery targets under the Murray-Darling Basin Plan.
It is understood 10GL will come from the NSW Murray, 9.5GL from the
Namoi, 5.1GL from the NSW Border Rivers, 1.6GL from the BarwonDarling, and 0.9GL from the Lachlan catchment.
NSW Farmers Conservation and Resource Management Committee chair Louise Burge said the decision, which was secret until revealed by the media, was “outrageous”.
“This is pure politics, and it’s irresponsible given the situation our communities are in at the moment,” Mrs Burge said.
“Communities have been warning governments of all persuasions about the impact of this relentless pursuit of water buybacks for 12 years now, because we have seen frsthand that they devastate towns and reduce food and fbre production.
“This decision will further cut the amount of food farmers can grow at a time when families are dealing with rising food prices, it’s just outrageous.”
It comes after The Weekly Times revealed bureaucrats had urged Federal Water Minister Tanya Plibersek to “accelerate” water recovery and downplay socio-economic impacts.
Mrs Burge said communities were already concerned about an increased food risk because of the fow targets set by water managers, and warned increased environmental fows would spill across towns and paddocks.
She demanded urgent answers from both state and federal water ministers about who would defne what buybacks were
“strategic”, the timing of the purchases, and what impact they would have on towns and communities.
“There’s only so much water that can go down these rivers before they sprawl all over the countryside like we’re seeing at the moment,” she said.
“Just look at the situation around Echuca and all the other farms and towns along the system – they want another 10GL of water to come down the Murray, plus all the hundreds of GL of water they already have – how is all of this water not going to create further fooding?
“There are better ways to achieve environmental outcomes than water buybacks, and I think communities deserve the truth about this decision.”
Known as ‘biopackaging,’ the global environmentfriendly food packaging market is expected to reach about $184 billion by 2026, according to Modor Intelligence as increasing bans on plastic and growing consumer awareness affect markets worldwide.
As a solution, polymer expert Dr Marlene Cran and her team have been working in the research labs at VU’s Werribee Campus with the unusable produce provided by a nearby Werribee South marketfarm. Leaves, stems and rejected produce is normally used as animal feed, composted, or can be sent to landfll where it decomposes and produces methane gas.
Instead, the team has created a range of food packaging products using the waste vegetables.
VU reseachers found celery’s high cellulose content makes ideal food trays, whereas zucchini, broccoli and lettuce can be processed into thick flms that could be suitable as a tray insert or produce separator. Mycelium – the root structure of mushrooms
Pea starch has starring role in flm-making Away from the farm, the team is using starch waste material left over from the extraction of proteins from yellow peas to create a fexible flm that could become the new plastic in a true circular economy.
“In future there could be protein powders or dried peas sold in a bag made from the leftover starch sourced from the vegetables… inside the bag,” said Dr Cran. “That’s the dream.”
Despite the lack of industry-grade testing facilities and the expense to test alternative packaging -- meaning a possible long road ahead -- Dr Cran says it just makes sense to replace throw-away packaging with sustainable natural products.
“Designing something that can compete on price and effectiveness with plastic and foam is the work of decades. But the investment needs to start now.”
VU’s sustainable packaging solutions project is funded by the Victorian government’s higher education state investment fund.
Victoria University researchers Ghowsalya Mahendrarajah and Ghofran al-Nasiri with sustainable packaging products made from vegetable waste.
The NSW Sugar Milling Co-operative, which is a 50% stakeholder in the Sunshine Sugar business, held its 44th Annual General Meeting for members last Friday.
Good news for cane growers is that the Sunshine Sugar business continues to operate proftably, with the
Refnery delivering valuable returns. A return to higher sugar prices globally has also helped deliver strong pricing for refned sugar domestically.
Two of the industry’s long-standing ambassadors have announced their retirement.
Outgoing Chairman, Mr Jim Sneesby has stepped down in order to enjoy a well-deserved retirement. Jim has been an active and infuential member of the NSW and Richmond River cane growing communities all his life with he and his family making a signifcant impact on the shaping of the industry as it stands today.
New to the Board representing the Richmond Rive is Mr Stephen Wagner. Stephen joins the Board as both a cane grower and former lead Engineer at Broadwater Mill.
Mr Alan Munro, Board Director and Clarence canegrower, has also decided to step down from the NSW Sugar Milling Co-operative Board. Having served on the Board for over 30 years, Alan is handing over the reins to Mr Evan Lewis.
Evan joins the Board with a wealth of experience in both cane farming and local small business.
Other news from the AGM included an update on the current crushing season, which has been one of the most challenging on record.
Following a late start due to fooding and ongoing processing issues due to fooddamaged sugarcane, all mills are now operating on a continuous crushing basis.
To date, the Harwood
Mill has crushed over 360k tonnes with some 160k tonnes yet to be harvested. This will see harvesting continue into the new year.
Condong Mill has crushed more than 330k tonnes and will continue to operate as it processes Tweed sugarcane as well as cane from the Richmond area and Rocky Point to assist in getting those crops crushed following late starts.
Broadwater Mill has been crushing since mid-September and is coping well given the food-damaged and deteriorating sugarcane it is processing. It has already crushed over 250k tonnes and will continue to crush until the remaining forecast crop of 246k tonnes is
completed.
Growers can expect exceptional pricing for their cane this year and into the next 12-to-24month period. The NSW cane price is around $43 per tonne for the current season and is expected to jump to between $43 and $47 next year. This will not only help those growers recovering from crop losses in the March 2022 fooding but is seeing some former and new areas being planted to sugarcane.
A strong raw and refned sugar market is also supporting improved pricing in the food and beverage manufacturing market.
Sunshine Sugar Chief Executive Offcer, Mr Chris Connors said; “Our customers see us as a reliable supplier
of good quality sugar and are demonstrating a willingness to pay higher prices to secure supply. This is not only good news for the proftability of our growers and the Sunshine Sugar business, but it means that money stays in the Australian economy given our 100% Australian grown, made and owned model.”
The next couple of years will continue to be a recovery process for the NSW sugar industry as crops are replanted and infrastructure rebuilt. With over 150 years’ experience, this is one industry that knows how to survive and thrive the ups and downs of agriculture and mother nature.
For the week ending 16 November 2022, a combination of lowpressure systems, surface troughs and northerly fow brought rainfall to parts of northern, eastern and southern Australia. Weekly rainfall totals exceeding 50 millimetres were observed across New South Wales, as well as parts of Queensland, Victoria, South Australia, the Northern Territory and Tasmania.
Heavy rainfall across large areas of New South Wales and Victoria has caused further fooding across several river catchments. The fooding events are
expected to damage agricultural and transport infrastructure as well as cause signifcant crop losses for some growers. However, the full extent of damage continues to remain unknown. Cooler than normal conditions and a late start to the winter cropping season across large parts of southern Australia mean that many crops have yet to mature, giving crops an opportunity to recover from recent inundation and avoid grain quality downgrades.
Below average rainfall globally during October is likely to result in lower-than-expected wheat production potential in Argentina, and adversely affected
planting of winter wheat in the United States, while excessive rainfall across parts of the Russian Federation has delayed winter wheat planting.
Further, the confict in Ukraine continues to generate uncertainty around wheat, corn and sunfower production for 2022 and 2023.
Below average rainfall and above average temperatures in recent months have also negatively affected corn production across parts of Argentina, Brazil, the European Union and the United States. Global production conditions have deteriorated compared to those used to formulate
ABARES forecasts of global grain supplies and world prices in its September 2022 edition of the Agricultural Commodities Report.
As a result, global grain and oilseed production is likely to be lower than that forecast earlier in September.
Over the 8-days to 24 November 2022, high-pressure systems over southern Australia are forecast to bring limited rainfall across much of central, eastern and western Australia. Meanwhile, a trough is forecast to bring moderate rainfall to northern parts of Queensland, the Northern Territory and Western Australia.
Low-pressure systems and frontal activity are forecast to bring moderate rainfall to parts of southern Australia. The slight easing of wet conditions across food-affected cropping regions of eastern Australia will likely allow foodwaters to recede and reduce the risk of further waterlogging and reductions in yield potential. The forecast drier conditions are also expected to provide an opportunity for soils to drain and allow improved access to felds for harvest.
Water storage levels in the Murray-Darling Basin (MDB) decreased between 9 November
2022 and 16 November 2022 by 104 gigalitres (GL). Current volume of water held in storage is 23 956 GL which represents 95 per cent of total capacity. This is 6 percent or 1281 GL more than at the same time last year.
Allocation prices in the Victorian Murray below the Barmah Choke increased from $24 per ML on 10 November to $25 per ML on 17 November 2022. Prices are lower in the Goulburn-Broken due to the binding of the Goulburn intervalley trade limit.
Refreshingly off the radar, Capella Lodge is Lord Howe Island’s premium luxury retreat, offering the ultimate island castaway escape. Nestled at the foot of the towering Mounts Gower and Lidgbird, Capella welcomes spectacular views of the ocean, subtropical reef and rolling green pastures. A contemporary architectural design channels the carefree spirit of the Australian beach house, while a high cantilevered roof and floor-to-ceiling windows welcome the outside in. Nine island-style guest suites offer a relaxed, barefoot luxury vibe designed to reflect Lord Howe’s pristine natural environment.
Nine intimate suites complement the island’s pristine natural environment and provide a luxurious, serene refuge. Spacious, light filled interiors feature timber floors, marine ply joinery and custom furniture pieces that create a sophisticated beach house ambience.
Dining at Capella Lodge is a celebration of superb local and regional produce, brought to the plate in a light, sophisticated style. A surprising harvest springs from this tiny, pristine island endowed with rich soils and bountiful waters and from Capella’s own kitchen garden. An abundance of fresh line-caught fish graces the dailychanging menu most evenings alongside island-grown greens and foraged coastal herbs.
Treaties Committee supports ratifcation of further trade agreement, this time with India
The Joint Standing Committee on Treaties has recommended the Australian Government ratifes the AustraliaIndia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA). This comes shortly after the Committee recommended ratifcation of the free trade agreement with the United Kingdom.
Committee Chair, Mr Josh Wilson MP said, “this ‘early harvest’ agreement with India paves the way for further trade, market access, investment and regulation that requires global cooperation.
The AI-ECTA also ensures that Australia will not be excluded from improved trade and market access which may arise from agreements India subsequently negotiates with other nations.
“As an interim agreement however, the AI-ECTA is not as comprehensive in its scope and coverage as other trade agreements and under-achieves in areas of potential and immediate interest to Australia such as, wine.
“As Australia moves towards a Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement, the Committee has
noted the importance of improved tariff reductions, greater access to services, and on broader matters like intellectual property, cultural heritage, the environment, and labour rights.”
The Committee also took the opportunity in this report to express concerns regarding the extent and quality of consultation, transparency of negotiations, and lack of independent modelling and analysis of trade agreements. In doing so, the Committee again recommended the Australian Government implements the recommendations made in Report 193: Strengthening the Trade Agreement and Treaty-Making Process in Australia.
The Report can be found on the Committee website, along with further information on the inquiry.
An Australian software development company helping the likes of Uber, Shopify, Slack and Canva test their computer programs has raised US$21 million ($31 million) in a Series B funding round co-led by OneVentures and AirTree.
Buildkite’s capital raise also saw participation from US-based General Catalyst, as well as the founder of neobank Up, Don Pym. The fresh funds will be used to launch new products for developers, as well as build out the company’s existing operations, marketing and sales teams.
Founded by Tim Lucas and Keith Pitt in 2013, Buildkite – which is a continuous integration (CI) and continuous development (CD) service – works with more than 30,000 engineers to develop software infrastructure.
Frequently used in modern software development, CI allows developers to merge any changes of ‘in-progress’ work with stable code as often as possible. This avoids any integration challenges that can happen when waiting to release updated software. Meanwhile, CD is a practice that allows developers to roll out updates bit by bit, enabling software code to be delivered to customers as soon as it is
completed and tested.
Buildkite’s software runs thousands of tests in order to tell developers if there are any issues with their code, providing an automatic feedback loop and saving them the diffculty of running their own tests, which could take hours.
“Nine years ago, we developed a product with strong opinions on how CI/CD pipelines should be built. Fast forward to today, it’s used by some of the best software development teams on the planet,” Pitt says. “The engineer in me is always curious about how our customers build and develop software, and after many chats with them, it’s become clear that many of the other tools they use block them from doing their best work.
“With this next round of funding, I’m excited to invent new dev tools for the software being developed today, and for the software that hasn’t even been written yet.”
To date, Perth-based Buildkite has raised a total of USD$39 million (AUD$58 million) and has partnered with several Fortune 1000 companies, including Wayfair, Twilio, and Lyft. Its software can work with programming languages such as Ruby, Xcode, Go, Node, Python, Java, Haskell, .NET and more.
According to the 2021
State of Continuous Delivery Report conducted by the Continuous Delivery Foundation, 44 per cent of the 40,000 developers it surveyed worldwide use CI/CD in practice.
In June last year, the company also released Test Analytics, which automatically diagnoses problems to help developers see why coding tests are slow or behaving differently between executions.
Since launching, it has processed more than a billion tests for customers.
OneVentures’ $15 million investment in Buildkite – which came from the frm’s technology Growth Fund V – comes after the VC backed companies such as Employment Hero, Lumary, Flippa and Kepler Analytics.
OneVentures managing director and founding partner Dr Michelle Deaker says she has strong ambitions for its latest investment.
“We were impressed by the strength of the CEO and the company’s ability to generate its quality customer base through a product-led growth approach,” Deaker says.
“The size of the market is substantial and expected to reach $3.9 billion by 2023, growing at a CAGR of 18.5 per cent, with the opportunity to displace
legacy solutions and enter some new verticals outside of the tech giants.”
AirTree Ventures partner James Cameron added that Buildkite has been quietly building one of the most impressive sets of developer tools in the world.
“They have also been building one of the most enviable customer bases we’ve ever seen — including many of the world’s most innovative tech companies like Uber, Canva, LinkTree, Shopify, Venmo, Slack, Stripe, Twilio, Segment, Discord, Rabobank, and Twilio,” Cameron said.
“But what stood out even more was how much these customers love Buildkite’s products — I don’t think we’ve ever had as many positive customer testimonials as we had from Buildkite’s devoted fan base. And on top of this, Buildkite has been one of the most capitaleffcient growth stories we’ve ever seen emerge out of this part of the world.
“When we had the opportunity to partner with Keith and the team we jumped at the chance.”
transmission together with all-wheel drive.
Effciency-enhancing aero type machined-face 19-inch alloy wheels are standard in both the Elite and Highlander Hybrid variants.
Importantly for those on the RAV4 Hybrid waiting list, Hyundai reports that there are currently around
The Bucciali was a product of two young French brothers, Angelo and Paul-Albert Bucciali. Initially they became obsessed with the new sport of fying and Paul-Albert became a stunt pilot. When World War I started Paul-Albert joined one of France’s elite fghter squadrons and at the end of the war they became interested in making motor cars as did a number of other Frenchmen.
The Bucciali brothers’ frst cars were more like cyclecars with two-cylinder two-stroke engines. They carried the name Buc but as only around 120 cars were produced during the years 1920 to 1926 the busi ness was hardly a commercial success.
Hyundai has an nounced details of a new turbo charged petrol / electric hybrid version of its family sized seven-seat Santa Fe SUV.
Due to go on sale later in November, Santa Fe Hybrid will introduce a frst-ever turbo-charged petrol/electric hybrid powertrain that delivers an impressive combination of dynamic performance and fuel effciency.
Santa Fe Hybrid will come with the two highest trim levels, Elite and Highlander the low er-spec Elite priced at $63,000 and Highlander at $69,550. These prices are each just $3000 more
than the equivalent AWD diesel models.
A new centre-seat option for the Highlander variant brings a pair of sec ond-row captain’s chairs, offering more interior fexibility at no extra cost.
Power for the Santa Fe Hybrid comes from the combination of a new 1.6-litre T-GDi Smart stream engine and a 44.2 kW electric motor, which draws power from a 1.49 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery.
Combined outputs are 169 kW of power with 350 Nm of torque. Santa Fe Hybrid produces more power than the 2.2 CRDi turbo-diesel Santa Fe and greater torque than the
3.5 MPi variant across a broader rev range.
Fuel consumption is listed at 6.0 litres per 100 kilometres. That’s marginally better (0.1 L/100km) than the diesel but signifcantly so (4.0 L/100km) when compared to the V6 petrol.
The hybrid powertrain is paired with a newly devel oped six-speed automatic
400 units available for immediate sale. Potential buyers will need to move quickly though with demand is expected to exceed supply well into 2023.
We’ll be road testing the new Santa Fe Hybrid ear ly in the new year and will report our fndings then.
Toward the end of this period, they became acquainted with the new technology of frontwheel drive, at the time a rather controversial method of driving a vehicle. Together with a Brazilian engineer they built a prototype Bucciali which they called TAV1. This coding stood for Traction Avant – the French for front-wheel drive.
The specifcations for this car suggested that it was extremely advanced and when shown at the Paris Salon in 1926 it caused quite a sensation. Viewers, who were intrigued by the claims of so many new and complex features and won dered what a potential owner would do if any of them failed, need not have worried as the TAV1 displayed was incapable of running! Even the TAV2 which appeared at the follow ing year’s show was never seen on the road.
The shortcomings in the drive
department were corrected by the time the TAV8 frst appeared. It was powered by a conventional 4.4-litre straight eight side-valve American Continental engine built by a company that supplied engines for the Bullnose Morris Cowley. To distract attention from the humble origins of the TAV8’s engine the Buccia li brothers dressed up the basic power unit with several polished aluminium castings and plates so as to give it the appearance of a specially pro duced and uniquely designed power plant.
In later years Bucciali built additional front-wheel drive cars. These included the TAV30 that had a 5.2-litre Lycoming straight eight engine developed from the TAV8. Several of these were produced and all ran satisfactorily. The TAV12 was a further variant that used a V-12 sleeve-valve engine as in the Voisin marque. This car was frst exhibited in 1932 at the Paris Salon, the forerunner to the Paris Motor Show.
Even in the marque’s heyday there were few Bucciali cars ever on the road. The Bucciali brothers, two of life’s supreme optimists, boasted of producing a total of 38 cars in different models between 1926 and 1932. The reality seems to have been less than half this number.
Launched in 1994, the Toyota RAV4 was one of the pioneers of the SUV genre that now dominates motor vehicle sales around the world.
The acronym stands for Recreational Active Vehicle with 4-wheel drive. It was a cross between a passenger car and a four-wheel drive and quickly attracted the attention of buyers looking for a combination of practicality and toughish looks.
RAV4 has grown steadily in size over the years and is now verging on being a midsize rather than small vehicle. Since 2010 it has been available with two-wheel drive. Sensibly Toyota opted not to rename these versions as RAV2.
The latest (5th generation) version of RAV4 has been here since 2018 and so is probably about midway through its life cycle.
There’s plenty of choice including fve equipment levels, two engines, petrol or hybrid, and either twoor four-wheel drive – but one engine only.
Prices range from $34,400 for an entrylevel 2.0-litre petrol 2WD GX through to $52,700 for the 2.5-litre/ hybrid Edge AWD. On-road costs need to be added.
Between them sits GXL, XSE and Cruiser. XSE is available only as a hybrid, the other four get the choice of petrolonly or hybrid.
STYLING
Although it’s slightly shorter and lower than the previous model, a longer wheelbase, wider body, and longer front and rear tracks combine to make it larger overall.
Bold and squared-off lines make RAV4 look larger than it really is.
The blunt-nosed grille is slightly different depending upon variant, including blue badge trim to identify hybrids.
Cruiser and Edge variants get a panoramic sunroof.
The exterior shape takes the cabin and load areas out to the corners for maximum interior space.
RAV4 has the simple, practical dashboard design that we love with most functions accessible through the infotainment touchscreen.
But it’s also got physical knobs for the most commonly-used features such as airconditioning and audio. The touchscreen menu is also activated through ‘real’ buttons, four on either side of the screen.
There are plenty of different-sized storage spaces including a long shelf on the dashboard in front of the passenger.
There’s excellent space in the rear, both in leg and headroom. Even shoulder space is wide enough for a mid-sized adult occupant.
The rear load space is an impressive 580 litres with the rear seatbacks in place, expandable to 1690 litres with the seats folded.
GX is the only variant to get a full-size spare wheel. All others get a space saver.
Toyota’s hybrid system shares a 2.5-litre Atkinson cycle fourcylinder petrol engine with a battery-powered electric motor at the front axle in the 2WD version and another for the rear axle with the AWD.
They have combined maximum outputs of 160 kW for 2WD variants and 163 kW for AWD versions.
Petrol-only GX, GXL and Cruiser variants are powered by a newdesign 2.0-litre fourcylinder engine with 127kW and 203Nm, with 2WD and CVT. Top-spec Edge petrol gets AWD as well as a new 152 kW / 243 Nm 2.5-litre petrol engine that drives through a conventional eight-speed automatic.
The AWD system in
control, lane departure alert with steering assist, lane change assist with deceleration assist, road sign assist, door exit warning and automatic high beam.
RAV4 uses a fairly unexciting 8.0-inch touchscreen, but one that – importantly for the driver – is relatively easy to use and so
Information Display in front of the driver in GX and GXL. The XSE, Cruiser and Edge step up to a 7.0-inch display.
Satellite navigation is optional in the GX and standard on all other variants.
There are fve USB-C ports, three in the front and two in the rear.
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and digital radio are all
off the mark with the frst few metres using electricity from the hybrid battery. Similarly, overtaking takes a minimum of distance with both engine and battery working in unison.
Fuel consumption is impressively low, especially in the hybrids with listed numbers around 4.7L/100 km, but also in the petrol-only models (6.0L/100 km in the 2.0-litre and 7.0 in the 2.5).
We found ourselves sitting in the 5-7 litres per 100 range around town in the Cruiser hybrid, dropping to 4-5 litres on the open road and motorways.
Handling is quite responsive with little free play before the steering kicks in. Changes of direction are handled without too much fuss. It’s not sports car but it’s not meant to be – and owners are well-aware of this.
The latest in a long line of Toyota RAV4s is quite different from the earliest models of years gone by. But it has been changed according to buyers’ needs and certainly deserves a place on your short list.
Edge features a multiterrain select system that offers different modes for mud and sand, rock and dirt and snow.
Standard safety features across the RAV4 range include seven airbags, front and rear parking sensors, blind spot monitor, rear-cross traffc alert, reversing camera, and ABS with vehicle stability control and active cornering assist.
Also standard in all models is the latest Toyota Safety Sense package which adds a pre-collision safety system with pedestrian and cyclist detection, emergency steering assist, active cruise
reduces the amount of time taken from looking ahead. We’d expect the next upgrade to get the impressive 10.5inch high-defnition screen that debuted in the recently-launched Corolla Cross
The most recent upgrade to RAV4, in April 2022, added the latest version of the Toyota Connected Services app-based communications system. Owners can remotely check the status of the doors and lights, access information such as the vehicle’s last known location and recent trips or start the engine or climate control.
There’s a semi-digital instrument cluster with a 4.2-inch with Multi
standard with a wireless smartphone charger on GXL and higher models.
GX, GXL and XSE have a six-speaker audio system. Cruiser and Edge get a nine-speaker JBL premier unit.
Our RAV4 test vehicle was the second-highest Cruiser variant with the hybrid powertrain and all-wheel drive.
It has a solid feel that’s more like that of a full-size SUV than a small-to-mid sized one. It’s smooth and quiet on most roads and cruises comfortably at 110 km/h on motorways with a minimum of stress on the engine and transmission.
The engine is sharp
2.0 GX 2WD Petrol: $34,400 2.5 GX 2WD Hybrid: $36,900 2.0 GXL 2WD Petrol: $37,950 2.5 GXL 2WD Hybrid: $40,450
2.5 XSE 2WD Hybrid: $43,250
2.0 Cruiser 2WD Petrol: $43,250
2.5 Cruiser 2WD Hybrid: $45,750
2.5 GX AWD Hybrid: $ $39,900
2.5 GXL AWD Hybrid: $43,450
2.5 XSE AWD Hybrid: $46,250
2.5 Cruiser AWD Hybrid: $48,750
2.5 Edge AWD Petrol: $50,200
2.5 Edge AWD Hybrid: $52,700
Note: These prices do not include government or dealer delivery charges. Contact your local Toyota dealer for drive-away prices.
Mazda CX-3 was introduced here in 2015 and is a cross between a hatchback and an SUV. It has the Mazda “Kodo” theme with its distinctive from and long bonnet. It is sold as Neo and Maxx, Touring and Akari.
The Mazda CX-3’s instruments are easy to use at a glance, which is another safety feature. A head-up display, not on the topline models, shows vehicle speed and navigation directions.
It is unusual in offering both petrol or diesel power. The 1.5-litre turbo-diesel follows the latest European engineering trend of using small capacity, low friction engines aided by complex turbochargers for added power and torque.
Both 2WD (the front wheels) and AWD CX-3s are sold. This is increasingly unusual in this SUV class as many are now coming with drive only to two wheels.
You might not aim to take a Mazda CX-3 with four-wheel drive offroad, but it has added traction in slippery sealed road conditions. Some previous owners may have tackled mild off-road areas such as forestry trails. If you suspect this is the case it might be wise to pass up on these.
Six-speed manual or automatic transmissions are offered, but the manual only comes with the front-wheeldrive petrol-engine combination.
Mazda CX-3 has a fair amount of space in the back seats, though
children rather than adults will be the more comfortable. Keep in mind this is a smallish SUV and something has to be compromised. Try the back seats for yourself during your initial checks of the vehicle if you’re planning to carry full size people back there. If there isn’t room it may be best to shift your plan and consider a CX-5 instead.
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In May 2017 Mazda added extra equipment, particularly in safety features, as well as extra insulation to reduce interior noise levels. But didn’t give it a facelift, that’s very Mazda as it shows it’s better to put the budget into improved engineering rather than changing the shape.
However, August 2018 did see some
high-damping quality was used in the front seat cushions to give improved ride comfort. Seat upholstery was changed to full leather on higher grades.
The 2.0-litre petrol engine was improved to cut fuel consumption and promote quicker engine response. The turbodiesel unit was now a 1.8-litre unit and has excellent torque within increase in fuel use.
In January 2021 Mazda Australia updated the CX-3 range. A new seat design has internal structure created to reduce driver and passenger fatigue. And Apple CarPlay and Android Auto were integrated into the Mazda Connect infotainment system. There are newdesign key fobs and badging.
from the more remote dealers as they are often shipped within a day or so.
The Mazda CX-3 generally falls into midrange categories with insurance companies and we haven’t seen big fnancial penalties on young and or drivers with a poor insurance record. Shop around if you like but be aware that a long history with the same insurer could beneft if you ever a marginal claim.
Often, small family vehicles are bought by those on a tight budget
slow when shifting, or change ratios when they shouldn’t should be regarded as suspicious.
Do the usual checks of the condition of the seats and carpet (don’t forget the boot for the latter) for signs of damage caused by bored kids or poor loading of cargo.
Expect to pay from $9000 to $14,000 for a 2015 Mazda CX-3 Neo; $11,000 to $17,000 for a 2016 Maxx; $12,000 to $18,000 for a 2018 Neo; $14,000 to $20,000 for a $20,000 for a 2015 Akari; $16,000 to $24,000 for a 2017 S Touring or a 2021
Luggage space is quite good for a car of this size and the two-level-foor option is clever. But try for yourself if you’re going to be carrying bulky items – some of the largest baby strollers
cosmetic work, with a new front grille and rear combination lamps. Inside, the cabin featured a redesigned centre console, including a padded armrest. Urethane foam with a
There’s a strong network of Mazda dealers in Australia, the majority are in the big cities and large country towns. We’ve heard of no real problems in getting uncommon spare parts
Mazda CX-3
and services may have been pushed down the priority list. So, check the service books to make they are up to date. Feel for serious lag from a diesel as this may indicate it has problems.
Look in the mirror for a sudden burst of smoke from the exhaust during your pre purchase test drive if the engine has been idling for a while and you accelerate hard.
Manual gearboxes that are stiff in their changes and/or crunch of fast downshifts may have problems.
Automatics that are slow to change, overly
Maxx Sport; ; $18,000 to $26,000 for a 2017 Akari; $20,000 to $28,000 for a 2018 Akari; $22,000 to $30,000 for a 2019 S Touring; and $25,000 to $34,000 for a 2021 Akari.
SUVs are becoming increasing poplar in Australia so there will be plenty of offer on the used scene. Take your time to fnd the best one.
RECALLS: To browse recalls on all vehicles go to the ACCC at: www. productsafety.gov.au/ products/transport/cars/
CHAOS WALKING (M) 120m
Thu: 12:40pm, 3:10pm, 5:20pm
Fri, Sun: 12:10pm, 2:45pm, 7:35pm
Sat: 12:50pm, 3:45pm, 8:20pm Tue, Wed: 1:00pm
CRISIS (MA15+) 130m
Thu: 10:40am, 2:50pm, 7:25pm
Fri, Sun: 10:10am, 2:20pm, 7:20pm Sat: 10:45am, 1:15pm, 6:00pm Tue, Wed: 10:40am
NOMADLAND (M) 120m
Thu: 10:30am, 1:00pm, 7:35pm
Fri, Sun: 10:00am, 12:30pm, 7:10pm Sat: 10:30am, 1:30pm, 6:15pm Tue, Wed: 10:30am, 1:00pm
RAYA & THE LAST DRAGON (PG) 125m
Thu: 10:30am, 3:15pm, 5:35pm
Fri, Sun: 10:15am, 3:15pm, 5:00pm Sat: 11:00am, 3:10pm, 5:40pm Tue, Wed: 10:45am
THE LITTLE THINGS (M) 138m
Thu: 12:45pm, 5:10pm; Fri, Sun: 12:40pm, 4:40pm Sat: 3:40pm, 8:00pm; Tue, Wed: 12:40pm
WRONG TURN (MA15+) 112m Thu: 7:50pm; Fri, Sun: 5:30pm; Sat: 8:30pm
RATINGS:
If you want to give your succulents space, I recommend planting them about 13 mm to 25 mm apart, whether you’re planting them with other succulents, or in a pot. Then give them about 13 mm to 25 mm from the edge of the pot as well.
Most succulents are high light succulents, which means they want at least six hours of sunlight per day. North facing windows are best for these plants, but they can also handle the heat of a North East facing window if it’s not too shady during the day.
Place your biggest succulent in the middle. Dig a hole with your fngers and place the plant’s roots and stem into the hole, then surround the plant underneath with soil. Try to keep the roots on all of the plants if you can, as this will help them begin to fourish in their new home quickly
Most succulents don’t like a lot of organic material mixed or tilled into the soil near their roots because it can retain too much moisture...These mulches will allow the soil to dry out while keeping the soil cool and preventing erosion. Succulents planted in pots can be brought indoors for protection from winter cold.
It’s best to repot succulents into fresh soil after you purchase them. Another time you’d want to repot your succulents is when they’ve flled up or outgrown the pot they’re in.
Combine the coconut, corn ake crumbs, fruit, cocoa, condensed milk and but ter in a large bowl and mix well. Press into the base of a greased and paper lined 28cm x 18cm slice pan (ensure paper extends 5cm above the top of the pan). Refrigerate until rm.
Gently melt together the chocolate and butter in a bowl over a saucepan of gently simmering water. Spread over the slice and chill until set. Store chilled in an airtight container until required. Cut into thin rectangles and serve at room temperature.
What is it about gambling?
Well, that’s the problem, few people - apart from gaming machine manufacturers, clubs and pubs, politicians, the tax offce, criminals, academics, psychologists, support workers, rich people, recovered gambling addicts and the families of current ones, actually, pretty much everyone except gamblers themselves, really understand what’s going on in the heads of gamblers.
For which the frst fve above are truly grateful, not least for the generous salaries gambling provides.
So it’s easy to see why successive governments and industry groups have, since the Greeks frst invented governments, promised to
clean up gambling but have insidiously done exactly the opposite…until now…sort of.
Some states hope to introduce cashless gambling cards to root out evil money laundering by crooks and nationally the slogans warning gamblers to ‘stop it or go blind’ are about to change from the long-running, self-regulated and completely ineffectual “Gamble Responsibly”.
Yes, about as effective as the Pope’s missive all those years ago.
So, what are the new slogans? “Chances are you’re about to lose”; “Think. Is this a bet you really want to place?” ; “What’s gambling really costing you?” and “What are you prepared to lose today? Set a deposit
limit”.
Okay, a notch up, but not enough.
What we need is a competition to come up with the most effective antigambling slogan.
My suggestion is a picture on every gambling machine or screen, of a gambling industry CEO in budgie smugglers, on a yacht in the Mediterranean, bottle of Bollinger in one hand, wad of (your) cash in the other and a fat cigar in his gob, with the slogan underneath “Thanks maaate”.
What about the cashless gambling card? Sure it might slow down money laundering until criminals fnd a way around it, but they’re not giving the industry much money anyway, they’re just laundering it to buy guns,
gold jewellery and gangster cars with heavily tinted windows.
Not sure it’ll do much for problem gamblers, yet the gambling industry are crying blue murder and imminent poverty anyway over both moves, which in case they hadn’t noticed, is exactly the point. Remember the tobacco industry crying the same thing, which was even more ironic?
Gee, lucky the wine industry is so squeaky clean… although I seem to remember alcohol industry bodies crying foul every time a health warning had to be added to their labels because, well, it can be very unhealthy. Drink these responsibly…ooh, hang on, um...
Another Ms L special.
$40 riesling is ‘up there’ and close to the most expensive in the country, so putting it in a box makes you feel better. Definitely superior riesling but definitely better at half-price. 9.5/10.
Selection Pinot Noir 2017, $40. Even softer and rounder than its reserve sibling, which, come to think of it, is not a bad description of moi. What a difference a year makes perhaps? 9.5/10.
Bungendore is very redolent of Harry Potter, which makes it a great lure for parents to get the kids excited about a winery tour. Lovely, soft pinot that overcomes the sharp edge of youth. 9.4/10.
2022, $32. Perhaps a tad young yet but 13 percent alcohol keeps it calm enough to consume now as a perfect choice for an evening tipple in summer, if it ever arrives. Have it with lunch until then. 9.3/10.
2022, $25. A delicious throwback to sauvs of old, with tang and the scent of cut grass, if not lemongrass, without a hint of feline piddle or overly clever winemaking tricks… that I could detect. Should be more of it, but not enough to be irresponsible. 9.4/10.
a bargain so when she spotted this discounted in the bottlo, immediately the old saying ‘A bird in Hand’ sprang to mind and she bought two. How much is that worth? And what a great label? Four words, four digits and inside, smart, delightful bubbles. 9.5/10.
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1 What is the capital city of Afghanistan?
What is the sacred language of Hinduism?
In what city was the world’s rst formal stock exchange?
4 In 1992’s My Cousin Vinny, what is the profession of the titular Vinny (pictured)?
5 Phobos is a moon of which planet?
6 Which of the seven ancient wonders of the world still exists?
7 In cooking, what term describes adding alcohol to a hot pan and creating a burst of ames?
8 Larry Page and Sergey Brin founded which company in 1998? 9 What is the Flavian Amphitheatre more commonly known as?
What is the main ingredient in Vegemite?
Aries Mar 21 - Apr 20
ARIES MAR 21 - APR 19 LEO JUL 23 - AUG 22
Monday to Wednesday, a fun-loving and friendly infuence makes this a great time to relax and unwind. Socializing should be more enjoyable because of less stress and more harmony in your relationships. A greater ability to express love and affection helps your intimate relationships beneft from closer bonding. Extra charm and social skills make this an ideal Aries weekly horoscope for asking for favors. Thursday to Sunday, you have the strength, ambition, and perseverance to take on the hardest of tasks and complete them on time, on budget, and with perfection. You will fnd the most effcient way to get the job done. Your patience and self-discipline will keep you plodding without being distracted or discouraged. Increased sex drive and sex appeal are good omens for new and existing relationships.
Monday to Friday should be a time of happiness and optimism when good things seem to come more quickly. You should be sociable and can expect good relations with loved ones and people at work and in group activities. This is a good Taurus weekly horoscope for wealth creation, studies, travel, business, and legal matters. You may be more interested in religion/spirituality, politics, social issues and philosophy. Saturday and Sunday are good for socializing because you should be in the mood for talking. You won’t have to think about what to say because you are in tune with your feelings and other people’s feelings. This is also an excellent time to discuss family and relationship problems because you will feel more sensitive and caring. Others will come to you to share their feelings too.
GEMINI MAY 21 - JUNE 20
Monday to Wednesday, you should be feeling loving and affectionate. So this is an excellent time to relax and enjoy quality time with friends, lovers, and family. Increased personal charm and beauty bring social popularity and success if dating. Your openness and honesty in sharing your feelings support true friendship and genuine love. New friends can be made, or a signifcant new romance may begin. Thursday to Sunday brings the stamina and patience to complete the most challenging tasks. This is a good Gemini weekly horoscope to channel any recent frustration or anger into hard physical work or a creative project. Your efforts will result in practical and enduring achievements you can be proud of. Recognition, respect, and promotion are possible. This is an excellent time to sharpen knives, apply for work, sit practical exams, and build and renovate.
Monday to Friday, you can expect to be more outgoing, optimistic, generous, and very lucky. Increased confdence and self-belief make this an excellent Cancer weekly horoscope to push the limits and experience life to the fullest. Generally, things started now will turn out well in the long run. This especially applies to things that make you healthier, wealthier and happier. Such things as travel, studies, investments, business and legal matters. You deserve to feel proud of your achievements.
Saturday and Sunday bring feelings of responsibility for your family or intimate partner. You would fnd great satisfaction working on your home to give it a more comfortable vibe. But even cleaning or organizing would bring satisfaction. You can rely on patience, a strong work ethic, and attention to detail. This is also a time of strong and reliable intuition, which can increase your sense of stability and security while simultaneously helping you overcome long-held irrational fears.
Leo Jul 23 - Aug 23
Monday to Wednesday is a good time for loving, relaxing and partying. You can more easily share your feelings of affection with others. With fewer worries and fears, you should feel less inhibited than usual. So this is the perfect time for dating, making new friends, improving existing relationships, and even doing business. You can rely on increased charm and social skills to make an excellent frst impression. A signifcant new relationship to begin. Thursday to Sunday brings the determination and endurance to succeed at almost anything. You can methodically plan out your course of action in the most effcient way. A strong work ethic and attention to detail mean you can attack complex and challenging tasks. This is an excellent Leo weekly horoscope to make solid progress with a long-term project. It won’t bother you that the results will not appear instantly.
Monday to Friday brings happiness and optimism with warm and friendly relationships. Good luck could bring fnancial gains that increase your overall net worth and level of satisfaction and contentment. But this is also a time of generosity toward others. Opportunities can come for personal, spiritual, and material growth. This is a good Virgo weekly horoscope for education, long-distance travel, and legal and business matters. Saturday and Sunday, your feeling, intuitive side is balanced with your rational thought processes to give acute perceptive skills. You can read others easily and quickly assess any situation. You will be in touch with your feelings to give sound judgment and decision-making skills. You can connect more intimately, which bodes well for making friends and taking new relationships to the next level.
LIBRA SEP 23 - OCT 22
Monday to Wednesday, enhanced communication and social skills make this an excellent time for making new friends and dating. Show your appreciation for someone through a gift or other display of love. You could receive a compliment, letter, invitation, gift, or money. Any artistic and creative skills should be enhanced. You can fnd peaceful settlements to disputes and should be confdent about business dealings. From Thursday to Sunday, you can focus on complex and detailed work with great effort and concentration. Your strong work ethic and perseverance can lead to marked achievements that earn your respect and recognition. Increased patience and self-control mean it will not bother you if results do not appear immediately. This is a good Libra weekly horoscope for repairs, renovation, building, gardening, and work with stone and steel.
Monday to Thursday brings optimism, good luck, and happiness. This is an ideal time to start new projects and reach your goals. There should be little or no resistance, and others will be generous and hospitable toward you. This Scorpio weekly horoscope offers material and spiritual growth with opportunities to increase wealth. You could also expand your horizons through further education or travel. Friday to Sunday is excellent for self-promotion and intimate relationships because of increased self-confdence, courage, sexual magnetism, and physical attractiveness. If dating, you can conquer any natural shyness you may have to break the ice and make an excellent frst impression. Feeling more adventurous, you can push the boundaries and try something new with a willing partner.
Sagittarius Nov 22 - Dec 21
SAGITTARIUS NOV 22 - DEC 21
Monday to Friday is the right time to tell someone you love them or ask them out on a date. You are in touch with what you love about a person and can more easily express this than at other times. You could also be on the receiving end of someone else’s love or appreciation. Trading and negotiating are favored because of your smooth communication style and eye for a bargain. Saturday and Sunday should bring optimism, generosity, and good fortune. Things you start this weekend should be successful because they are based on good intentions. Spending quality time with loved ones would be particularly rewarding now. Your caring and supportive attitude can bring new friendships and favors from others. A signifcant woman in your life will positively affect your personal or spiritual development.
Monday to Wednesday, you can expect more interaction with friends and neighbors and more communication in general. This is a time for chit-chat and idle gossip more than formal discussions. You can put people at ease with your intuitive understanding and genuine interest. This is a particularly good time for socializing, meeting new people and dating. You can quickly form emotional connections because of your enhanced social skills and intuitive understanding. This is also an excellent time to sit exams that depend on a good memory. From Thursday to Sunday, your interactions and daily routines become more stimulating, exciting, and unusual. Unexpected news or chance encounters may lead to an exciting new opportunity. This is a good time for any mental or creative work requiring originality and experimentation. It is also good for studying scientifc, technical, and occult subjects. Increased open-mindedness and intuition can lead to fashes of insight and breakthroughs.
AQUARIUS jan 20 - feb 18
Monday to Wednesday is a good time for all kinds of relationships, especially love ones. Other people will fnd you more attractive than usual, so this is an ideal time for dating and making new friends. As well as looking beautiful, you will be blessed with extra charm and sex appeal. Take this opportunity to resolve relationship problems in your personal or professional life. Beautify yourself with cosmetics or a new hairstyle. Thursday to Sunday, you should feel strong, sexy and brave. You can take the initiative and act passionately when your emotions are aroused. Your quick instincts and fghting spirit can be used to stand up for yourself or defend your home and family. This is an excellent time to improve sexual relations with your partner or to fnd a new playmate. Increased charisma and sex appeal will make you more popular in social situations.
Monday to Friday is a time of good feelings and well-being when you will likely want to bask in the pleasures of doing nothing as challenges seem to fade away. But increased confdence and good fortune make this the perfect time to make the effort to get ahead. Don’t waste this lucky streak because you could become happier and wealthier through business deals, the law, new partnerships, education, or long-distance travel. Saturday and Sunday, you should be more passionate and enthusiastic about work and play. A competitive yet cooperative attitude makes winning easy. Success and popularity result from your warm, charismatic and daring energy. This is an especially good time for dating, improving relationships, and standing up for yourself and your loved ones. You will have the respect and support of almost everyone because they will appreciate your drive, initiative, and courage.
Passed away peacefully at the Lismore Base Hospital on the 14th of November 2022 surrounded by her loving and caring family.
Dearly loved wife to Ross of 61 years.
Much loved Mother & Mother-in-law to Lee-anne & Rick Bostock and Russell & Sonya Riordan.
Adored Nan to Todd, Ashlee, Xanthea, Callum and their partners and their great grandchildren Mateo, Remy, Harlow, Noah and Luna.
Aged 87 years.
As per Yvonne’s request a private service has been held.
“Bye for now”
• Technical Offcer Grade 2
• 1 x Ongoing Full-Time and 1 x Temporary Full-Time up to 12 months
• $94,609 pa. Package includes salary ($80,728 to $85,619), employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.
If you’re physically ft and active, have an aptitude for technology and want to learn new skills, Wireless Network Services are looking for technicians to maintain industry leading technologies and set up communications solutions that help front line police do their jobs safely and successfully. If you have industry experience and skills and willing to climb towers, apply now!
The Technical Offcer Grade 2 provides operational support to policing through technical services and is responsible for the timely completion of urgent and routine maintenance and repair to communications equipment.
Applicants must hold a current driver’s licence with no traffc offences recorded on their driving history within the last six (6) months or NSW Police Force Bronze Certifcation. Other essential requirements for this role can be found by viewing the full job advert on the I Work for NSW website (refer link below).
If you identify as Aboriginal and would like assistance with your application or have any enquiries, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at hraboriginal@police.nsw.gov.au.
If you identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or you require specifc arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact HR Diversity Team on 0429 275 709 or by email at INCLUSIONDIVERSITY@police.nsw.gov.au.
Applications Close: Sunday 4 December 2022, 11:59 pm AEST
If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Inspector Jason Gale via 0417 565 605.
Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website iworkfor.nsw.gov.au search via the job reference numbers 00009ASI (Ongoing) and 00009AUW (Temporary)
Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) is inviting members of the community to its 2022 Annual Public Meeting. 2.00pm – 3.30pm
Wednesday 30 November
Lismore Base Hospital Auditorium and online (via Teams)
The meeting will include:
• Overview of the health district’s performance, achievements, and future plans
Special presentation on the Northern NSW Virtual COVID Care Service
• Opportunity for the community to ask questions Recognition of staff with 45+ years’ service
Please register: online via Eventbrite: NNSWLHD_2022AGM.eventbrite.com.au email: NNSWLHD-engagement@health.nsw.gov.au or phone (02) 6620 2217.
Individuals and organisations with property management/other relevant experience can apply to join a NSW Crown Reserves Administrator Register. Approved registrants will be considered for paid Administrator roles. Positions are usually for a 12 month period, up to 30 hours per month.
For more information, contact the NSW Department of Planning and Environment – Crown Lands via email at: clm.info@crownland.nsw.gov.au
Apply via: crownland.nsw.gov.au/protection-andmanagement/crown-reserves-administrator-register
• Location: Lismore and Surrounding Areas (Ballina, Byron, Clarence Valley, Kyogle, Richmond Valley, Tweed)
• Employment Type: 3x Temporary Full-Time Vacancies
Salary: $116,211 to $128,061 pa, plus Employer’s Contribution to Superannuation and Annual Leave Loading
The Advocate works to improve the safety, welfare and wellbeing of all children and young people in NSW. The Offce of the Advocate speaks up for children and young people to ensure that their rights are respected, and their points of view heard by adult decision makers. The Offce of the Advocate engages with the children and young people of NSW and listen to their feedback and input.
ACYP is seeking an individual who is passionate about driving better outcomes for children and young people in Northern NSW who have been impacted by foods. This is a role where you can really make a difference in the lives of children and young people and the wider community.
In this role you will work with individual children and young people to create and implement tailored plans to support them in navigating support services to meet their immediate needs. You will also drive community consultation work with children and young people to fnd out what additional supports they need from government and community.
Building and maintaining positive and collaborative working relationships with stakeholders in the area will ensure your success in this role and the success of the service you can provide to children and young people.
This is a role for someone who wants to do work that really matters in the community and make a lasting positive impact on the lives of local children and young people.
Closing Date: 11:59pm Wednesday 30 November 2022
For any enquiries regarding the role please contact Una O’Neill at una.oneill@acyp.nsw.gov.au or on (02 )9248 0977
Advertisement link: https://jobs.dcj.nsw.gov.au/ job-invite/57473/
Reference Number: 57473
Exciting opportunity exists for suitably skilled candidates to join our growing team in Lismore/Casino Community Corrections as a Community Corrections Offcer. Community Corrections Offcers are trained to provide case management for offenders being supervised on community-based orders such as Parole Orders, Intensive Corrections Orders and Community Corrections Orders and work with offenders in custody to prepare for their release into the community on parole. The roles mentioned above may require successful candidates to work with offenders in the community and/or correctional centres.
Community Corrections’ vision is to enhance community safety by changing offending behaviour. Community Corrections Offcers effectively manage offenders, using evidencebased practices, to reduce offending behaviour and the impact of crime on individuals and the community.
We are offering a full-time position, with fexible working conditions, and additional remote reporting allowance for those who reside in Moree and its surrounding towns.
We provide great working conditions with strong work culture focus and staff engagement activities. There are extensive training opportunities and promotion opportunities as you progress. If you enjoy writing, working with a great team, and liaising across multiple stakeholders then this work will interest you.
Community Corrections encourages candidates from all cultural backgrounds. As a Community Corrections Offcer, you will provide case management to people from a range of cultural backgrounds. We work closely with Aboriginal offenders, their families and communities, and value a diverse workplace.
Please note you will be required to work from either the Lismore or Casino Offce from time to time, in order to meet the needs of the community.
What’s in it for me?
• Starting salary of $89,707 pa + super
• 35 hours a week; Monday to Friday and fex time
• Full-time, permanent employment
• Paid training with a Certifcate IV in Correctional Practice
For application enquiries or technical issues, please contact the Talent Acquisition team via email: Faith.Timothy@justice.nsw.gov.au or speak to one of our advisors on 1800 810 316 (option 1).
Date: 7 December 2022, 11:59pm
To fnd out more about the role contact John Crawford Hiring Manager for Lismore/Casino on 0428 601 501.
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All content is submitted by community organisations. The Northern Rivers Times provides the noticeboard facility and approves submissions before publication.
All Notices submitted must be no longer than 300 WORDS MAX and supplied via email on an attached word, pages or PDF document.
Photos will not be accepted.
AGM’s (annual general meetings) are not part of the community pages and if required to be published you must submit your AGM for the Classifeds Section of the newspaper, an advertising fee will be charged. Call Sharon on 02 6662 6222 for all AGM’s.
The Northern Rivers Times management has the right to refuse and/or not publish any content not following the above guidelines.
All Community Notices must be submitted each week on or before 11am every Monday for the next edition to be published.
ALSTONVILLE BRANCH OF THE RED CROSS
The Alstonville Red Cross branch meets on a monthly basis in Alstonville. As meeting dates sometimes vary, please call Carol on 0424 742 774 for details of our next meeting.
ALSTONVILLE PROBUS
Alstonville Probus will meet for the last time this year on Thursday, 24 November. Our guest speaker will be representatives from Richmond River Police District talking about Crime Prevention. Visitors are welcome. We meet at Alstonville Plateau Bowls and Sports Club, Deegan Drive, at 10.00 am.
As our following meeting date falls on Australia Day, the frst formal meeting will be on 23 February 2023. The Club will have some activities during this break.
ALSTONVILLE QUOTA CLUB
A local women’s service club that meets on the 1st Tuesday of the month at the Plateau Sports Club. Quota is committed to supporting and improving the physical and mental wellbeing of the disadvantaged in our community through local projects.
Contact: quotaalstonville@gmail.com for more details.
ALSTONVILLE ROTARY CLUB
Interested in contributing to community? Local and international?
The Rotary Club of Summerland Sunrise meets every Friday at 7.05am for Breakfast at Options Cafe, Main St. Alstonville until further notice. Join us at Options please. Phone 0435 990 919 for more details.
MARKET COMMITTEE CHRISTMAS MARKET STALLS— AT ALSTONVILLE UNTIING CHURCH -Cnr Bugden Ave., & Main Street- THURSDAY 1st DECEMBER from 9am– 1pm. Feelin’ Festive’ is the theme and along with some CHRISTMAS BAKING you will still fnd a variety of CAKES / SLICES/BISCUITS etc. Also, an iced CHRISTMAS CAKE that you could win in a RAFFLE. This stall will be in the ‘ROOM ‘right next to the Bargain Shop along with the PRODUCE STALL which once again will have lots of JAMS /PICKLES for sale OUTSIDE you will fnd Christmassy’ type gifts and CRAFT, along with ANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES. Lots of BARGAINs on offer as well at the BARGAIN BASEMENT e.g. Adults & Children’s Clothing, kitchenware, plants, linen and lots of Bric-a -Brac .. ALL WELCOMEenq. Ph. 66 280542
The theme of the latest exhibition at Crawford House Museum is the natural world – celebrating the natural environment around us. It features all new works by members of the Lismore Branch of the Embroiderers Guild and showcases creative interpretations of not only the theme but also members’ responses to challenges, workshops and competitions. The exhibition runs until Sunday 29th. January 2023. There are also new books – “Happy 21st Alstonville Plateau Historical Society” and “I Found It in the Pioneer” – and commemorative wineglasses and keyrings for sale, which would make ideal Christmas presents. The museum is at 10 Wardell Road Alstonville and is open Fridays 10am-4pm and Sundays 1pm-4pm (closed 24th. December 2022 - 5th January 2023) or at other times by appointment for groups. Enquiries (02) 6628 1829, aphs2477@yahoo.com.au or www. aphsmuseum.org.au.
MCLEANS RIDGES CRAFT
GROUP meet at the McLeans Ridges Hall, Cowlong Road, McLeans Ridges on the 2nd Saturday of each month from 9.30am to 3.30pm. Scrapbooking, card making, paper craft, knitting whatever takes your fancy. Come along for an enjoyable day. Bring your own morning tea and lunch. Coffee, tea, milk provided. A small fee to cover hall hire. Ph 0401 047 513.
SQUARE DANCING
Summerland Larrikins Squares Alstonville, Fridays 7.30pm-9.30pm at Uniting Church Hall, 59 Main Street, Alstonville. Contact 0407663017 for further information. New dancers welcome.
BALLINA ARTS & CRAFTS CENTRE INC. (BACCI)
We are a diverse group of Artists and Crafters that participate in wonderful group exhibitions. Over 50 members are from all over the Northern Rivers. Meetings are usually on the 1st Monday of every month at the Cherry Street Sports Club. Social gathering at 5, for a 5.30 start.
For more information - info@bacci. com.au or phone Deb on 0432105540
BALLINA BRIDGE CLUB
“Social play every Monday 9-11.30am”. Sessions for all levels of players on Mon, Wed, Sat from 1pm to about 5pm. Be seated at 12:45. Restricted session (under 300 Masterpoints) Thu 1pm – about 5pm. Friday mornings – Help with Play – open to anyone who would like some help with their game from teachers on duty. 9am to about 11:15pm. Sessions are $5 for members and $7 for visitors. Everyone entering the club must be fully vaccinated. 13 North Ck Rd, Ballina Please call Judy Forsyth (president) on 0407664337. www.ballinabridge.org.au
Don’t be alone this Christmas, come join us for a free Christmas lunch of chicken, ham, Salad and dessert. This is a free event held on Christmas day at the Ballina Anglican Church, on the corner of Norton and Burnet St Ballina @ 12pm to 2pm. Come one come all. This is an alcohol-free event.
For all info phone Chris on 04 115 104 30
Ballina CWA Handicraft and Friendship mornings are in full swing on Wednesdays from 9 until 12 in our rooms on River Street next to the RSL, come along with or without your handicraft, have a chat and enjoy morning tea for $3, for more information please ring our Handicraft Offcer Barb 0428116668.
We would like to invite you to come along to our Christmas Market being held at the Masonic Hall, Cherry Street Ballina, Saturday 3rd December from 8am to 2pm.
There will be many different stalls including jewellery, cards, handmade arts and crafts, plants and Christmas gifts, handicraft, and of course plenty of Christmas cakes, puddings and other baked delicacies, jams, pickles and chutneys for sale, drop in, buy a raffe ticket in our huge Christmas raffe and enjoy a delicious Devonshire Tea.
Our CWA meeting days are held on the 3rd Monday of the month commencing at 9am, all most welcome to attend.
Mah-jong is being played in our rooms from 12:15 on Wednesday and Thursday, for more Information please ring David 0435323079
BALLINA
tea, coffee or juice or just come for a chat. This is held at the Ballina Presbyterian Church Hall, on the corner of Cherry and Crane St 10am to 12pm for more information call Chris on 0411510430
IN FOCUS TOASTMASTERS CLUB
How about trying something different? If you would like to improve your communication and leadership skills or simply make new friends and have fun, you are warmly invited to attend the In Focus Toastmasters Club. We meet the 3rd Wednesday evening of each month. You may attend either from the comfort of your own home via zoom or join us in person at the Cherry Street Sports Club, Ballina. For more, contact our President via email at: president-3209990@ toastmastersclubs.org or our PR offcer at: vppr-3209990@ toastmastersclubs.org
NORTHERN RIVERS NAVAL & MARINERS ASSOCIATION
This association was formed to attract veterans for companionship, wellbeing and to supply advocacy to veterans. We hold an informal gathering every Friday, 2.30pm at Ballina Angling Club (families are welcome). Contact Allan Watt for more information on 0402 749 582 or email jakknco@ bigpond.net.au
PROBUS CLUB OF BALLINA WATERS
Activities this month include a luncheon on Friday 26th, and a theatre party on Saturday 27th. This club is a mixed club and both men and women are invited to join us for a range of interesting social functions. Further information is available from the President Brian on 0432277170.
ART at the CASSINO GALLERY. The Casino Art Group meets here every Saturday 10am - 3pm. The Gallery is also open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10am to 3pm. Interested in promoting YOUR medium? Come to the gallery for information. Cassinoartgallery@ gmail.com
CASINO HOSPITAL AUXILIARY needs volunteers to work in the hospital kiosk. Roster days are negotiable and can be discussed with the Kiosk Supervisor by contacting Barbara on 0439607788 or phoning the hospital kiosk during the day on 66600539.
CASINO LADIES AND FRIEND CRAFT GROUP Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month. Bring your own morning tea. Names to be in by lunch time Monday. Phone Vivian on 66621838 or Jan on 66626424.
WEEK 1
MONDAY D.Clarke & D.Allen J. & J. Whittaker TUESDAY D. Coleman
WEDNESDAY L.Douglas K.Bratti & own help THURSDAY M.Goodlad & own help FRIDAY L. Dorrington & S.Forrester P.Plunkett & Own help
Lion’s Club meeting is held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday each month at Casino RSM Club from 6.30pm for a 7.00pm start.
Secretary: Denise Green 0448014682 Email: deniseg.vip@outlook.com
Meets bi-monthly at Casino RSM, new members welcome. For more information phone Chris 66293269 or Jim 0427400625.
THE FAIRY HILL CRAFT GROUP
Fairy Hill Craft group Christmas lunch will be held on Thurs. Dec 1, 11.30 a.m. at St Mark’s Anglican Hall in Barker St. Cost will be approx. $26 for 2- course baked meal + dessert. New, present & past members are most welcome. Please bring a gift (approx. $10 value) for Mrs Claus to distribute. For your booking, please ph.: Sue on 66633233.
THE PLATYPUS RSL DAY CLUB operates every Tuesday at the Community Centre from 10am to 2pm. The day consists of gentle exercises, mental stimulation, games and entertainment. Members are asked to pay $7 for their morning tea and lunch. Transport can be provided within the town limits. If you are feeling socially isolated or just need a day out, please contact Robyn on 66623871. New members are welcome.
EVANS HEAD CWA BRANCH meets every third Tuesday for lunch at noon. New members welcome. More info Roz 0427825560
EVANS RIVER RSL
Meets on the second Wednesday of each month at the Ballina RSL Club at 6.30 for dinner at 7pmGuests are always welcome. Our members support the education of disadvantaged children in Australia by fundraising activities and social events in our local community for The Smith Family - by sponsoring 5 Learning for Life students. Contact President Julie Stephan 0434988770.
BALLINA HOSPITAL AUXILIARY
Christmas Raffes will continue on River Street from Monday 21st November till 2nd December. Our Christmas Stall will be on Thursday 2nd December outside The Greater Bank on River Street, Ballina. Lots of Cakes, Gifts and Crafts and our Christmas Raffe will be drawn on that date.
We will be wrapping your Christmas Gifts at Ballina Fair for gold coin donation on:
Monday 5th December through to Sunday 11th December from 10 till 2 and:
Monday 12th December through to Sunday 18th December from 9 till 4
Has activities every day for Senior Citizens. Monday – Line Dancing 9:30am, Art 1 pm. Tuesday - Line Dancing 9:30am. Wednesday - Tai Chi 8:30am, Bridge 1pm, Ballroom Dancing 6:45pm. Thursday - Yoga 7:30am 4. Line Dancing 9:30am, Indoor Bowls 1pm. Friday – Nothing as yet. Saturday - Bridge 1pm. Contact Bonnie 0414927361
BALLINA TOY LIBRARY
Welcomes families from Ballina Shire. 9 Regatta Avenue, Ballina. Open Tuesdays 1pm - 3pm, and Saturdays 10am - 1pm. Ph. 0411 719 074 for enquiries
FREE COMMUNITY BRUNCH BALLINA
We are now pleased that our hot brunch centre can be held twice a month, the 1st and third Saturday. Everyone is welcome, so come and enjoy a free sausage sizzle, hot dogs,
CASINO
CASINO & BONALBO UPPER CLARENCE LIONS CLUBS Casino Lions club now meets each 4th Wed at the RSM.
CASINO COMMUNITY MEN’S SHED Mon, Tues, Wed, attendance limited to 50 members, 8am-1.30pm. Contact 66626423 DH or casmenshed@live. com.au
CASINO CWA
The Casino CWA would like to invite everyone to our monthly meeting held the 3rd Thursday of the month. Our Christmas Street Stall will be on the 26th November. Our Christmas Raffe ticket Sales will go on Sale 1st December outside Woolworths. Everyone is welcome. Enquires Margaret Good 66621746, Jennifer Baker 043892060.
Christmas Party - It is approaching that time of the year when we celebrate the end of another successful year through holding our Christmas party. The Christmas Party is on 14 December starting at 11am. Bring a gift to the value of $10. The raffe will be drawn on 14 December at the Christmas party.
We are open Tuesday to Friday from 10am to 2 pm Wednesdays from 12pm to 4pm and 3rd Saturdays from 9am to 11.30am. We are in Room 5, upstairs in the School of Arts Building, Walker Street, Casino.
Meetings: 2nd Wednesday of each month, at 10 am.
Closed: mid-December to late January (can open then by appointment).
Memberships: January to December: single $40, family $50 (2 people same address), student $30, pensioner $35, pensioner couple $45.
Address: P.O. Box 586 Casino, NSW, 2470. Phone: 6664 1118. Email: casinofhg@gmail.com Website https://sites.rootsweb. com/~auscdfhg/index.htm
CASINO GALLERY
CASINO MINI RAIL
Every Sunday 10am to 4pm. Weather permitting. West Street Casino. Phone 0472638044.
CASINO MIXED PROBUS CLUB Meeting 4th Thursday of the month. For more information call the secretary on 0419886119. New Members most welcome. Call Fran on 0419 886 119 for more information.
CASINO VIEW CLUB
Monthly luncheon meeting at Casino RSM Club at 11am, second Thurs of every month. Contact Jan on 0418715374.
AA-LIVING SOBER MEETING is held every Tuesday 12:00-1:30pm At the Casino Baptist Church Cnr. West & Canterbury Streets Casino Each week the group will discuss a chapter on living sober out of the AA Living Sober Book. Contact George on Ph: 0427133372 (due to so many scam calls) please leave your name and number and I will call you back.
ANNUAL CHRISTMAS DINNER DANCE
St Marks Old Time/New Vogue Dance Club @ St Marks Anglican Hall, Barker Street Casino
Saturday 3rd December 2022
Starting time 5:45pm, Dinner 6pm, Dancing 7pm
Dinner Members $10, Visitors $30, Dance only $10 Raffes, Lucky Spots, Supper. Please BYO Drinks & Nibblies.
Members to supply non-perishable items for raffes. Welcome to dress in Christmas Theme.
Confrmation of numbers required for catering
Please phone Pam & Ron on (02) 66623328 or 0415454470
Beautiful Dance Music, Judy Johnston on Keyboard Thank you, Christmas Blessings.
LINE DANCING CLASSES
Beginners are welcome – Casino, every week Weds 5pm. All interested phone Lorraine 0418264489.
Line Dance Intermediate Classes only- Every Monday night
The Evans River RSL Day Club meets each Monday in the Remembrance Room at Club Evans RSL Evans Head from 10am until 2pm Cost $10 includes Morning Tea and Lunch. We have several vacancies for volunteers and members, anyone who is feeling in need of some company are welcome to attend. Come along and join in the fun. Contact Merilyn on 0401493316 for more details.
FREE Family Concert: Come along and enjoy music from the PAST: 50’s, 60’s & Country Music.
This is a family concert for all to enjoy, like what people enjoyed many years ago at Evans Head.
We have got some great entertainers that everyone will enjoy.
This event will be held upstairs in the main auditorium at the Evans Head RSL Club.
Starting at 5PM on the 29th of December
For more information contact: Max 66628387 or 0418647882
TABLE TENNIS AT GOONELLABAH
Tuesday and Thursday mornings social playing: 9am-12noon; Monday and Wednesday nights social playing: 7-9pm; Training Monday mornings: 9am-12noon; Junior coaching after school Wednesday 3.30pm-4.45pm, $6 a session. Everybody is welcome –all levels. Phone centre on 66251602. Mon-Thurs 9.00am-1.00pm or visit website www.fnctabletennis.com.au
THE PROBUS CLUB of Goonellabah meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at the Workers Sports Club in Oliver Ave. All welcome. Goonellabah Probus is solely a social club. We have a guest speaker each month and go for outings throughout the year. Meetings on Thursday commence at 10am and fnish at midday. For further information, please contact Gloria Francis on 02 6629 1442.
Members’ Christmas party lunch is on Saturday 3rd December at the Golf Club. Check your email over the next week for details, RSVP date and payment methods.
Last Thursday’s meeting was very informative and so well presented by Cheryl Benn from the Coffs Harbour Bonsai Club (The Tokonoma Bonsai Society). Cheryl went above and beyond, transporting many wonderful specimens for us to enjoy. We are extremely grateful for her sharing her time, knowledge and enthusiasm. We look forward to seeing you all on 3rd Dec for some good company, great food and a bit of fun. This will be the last time we get together until our next meeting in February 2023.
Happy Gardening, Jane Rhodes: 0438 593032
Perhaps it’s time to fnd out what it’s all about! If you would like to improve your communication and leadership skills. Make new friends and have fun, you are warmly invited to attend the Mighty Clarence Toastmasters Club. We meet on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday evening of each month. You may attend either from the comfort of your own home via zoom or join us in person at the Joan Muir Community Centre: 194 Turf Street, Grafton. For more information please contact: Vice President on email Jan Coleman janetlcoleman@gmail. com or Facebook page: https://www. facebook.com/graftontoastmasters
“Senior’s meeting attendance 42, apologies 14.
Guest speaker: Jess Stamper, youth crime prevention, Clarence Police, spoke on crime in general, some declining, some increasing, particularly scams.
Correspondence: In, advice from Westlawn Investments; Out, letter of appreciation to Chris Gulaptis, upon his retirement.
Bus Trips: for 2023 now being considered, with trip to Bellingen, 24 Feb, just on sale.
Christmas luncheon: 2 Dec, bookings close 18 Nov. Entertainment, Cruisin’ Broadway.
Newsletter: latest edition currently being distributed.
Competition winners: J. Campbell; H. Cashel; M. Harper; D. Handley; E. Williams.
Y. Cooney; D. Bailey.
Annual fees: due February.
AGM: 14 March 2023.
Next meeting: 10.30am, 13 December, Guest speaker, Chris Sparks. Enquiries: Sandra, 6642 7720; or 0417 464 946.”
Every Friday at the Uniting Church, Prince Street
Join us for gentle exercises designed for Seniors
We meet at 10.30 a.m. for a cuppa and a chat with the exercises commencing at 11.
All equipment is provided and there is no cost to the participants
Further information can be obtained from Joan or Brian on 6644 7347 or 0416 067 315, or from Dot on 66423248 or 0477 213 017
GRAFTON VIEW CLUB
Grafton VIEW Club meets on the 4th Tuesday each month at Grafton District Services Club, Mary Street, commencing at 10.30am. Please come along, enjoy yourself with a tasty meal, a motivated guest speaker & ultimately disadvantaged children will be helped. Please phone Vorna at 66424719 for catering purposes no later than the Friday before the meeting. As well, a social outing is held each month. You are warmly invited to come along to the next meeting to have some fun & help disadvantaged children. See you there!
HASTINGS POINT COMMUNITY CHOIR
Do you enjoy singing. Our repertoire covers a variety of music styles – both unison and part singing We would love you to join us. New members needed. You will be made most welcome
When: Tuesday Evenings from 7pm – 8.30pm Where: Tricare Residential Village Community Room Tweed Coast Road, next to Shell Petrol Station. For more information, contact Jean Berry 0414 794 380
The Probus Club of Hastings Point Tweed Coast meets at 10am on 3rd Tuesday each month, in the residents’ lounge at Hastings Point Tricare. Retirees and seniors are welcome to join this happy social group. Phone the Probus president 0409872773 for additional information.
The Tweed Hospital, it recognises that the new hospital will be located south of Tweed Heads and residents in those areas may be interested in volunteer work when the new hospital opens. The branch welcomes the opportunity to talk to those who are retired, unemployed or simply looking for a chance to give back to one of our most critical services – our hospital. There is a range of jobs that can be performed. The branch runs raffes, a gift shop, fashion parades, jumble sales and luncheons. People with cars are very important to the running of
these operations to transport material to the various venues. The branch meetings are held monthly, and the cost of membership is only $5 per year. There are some procedures that must be processed, such as police checks. Full vaccination is required for those volunteers who are working in the hospital. So, the public in the Kingscliff area and surrounds are invited to talk to our volunteers about our UHA branch of The Tweed Hospital. For more information contact John on 0421085985.
The next Kyogle Rotary Bazaar is scheduled for Saturday 26th November with entertainment kicking off at 10am from guitar, violin and vocal duo “Songsation” who perform your favourite classics with soulful sophistication They will be followed from 12 noon by well known “Soulsista” Sheli Nagas who performs original works from the heart covering a diverse range of styles from soul to rock with an easy listening acoustic sound. This Bazaar has over 40 stalls booked in and is a great place to chill out catch up with family or friends listen to some great music check out some of the new stalls and afterwards go up town and see what the rest of the town has to offer.
KYOGLE SUNSHINE CLUB
Meets every Thursday at 9.30am. For more details contact 0499824274.
Held every Saturday morning in Stratheden Street from 8am -12.
Come along grab some local fruit & veggies, experience all Kyogle has to offer. New Stall Holders welcome. Enquiries Anne 66321851
A very successful day was held at St James Anglican Church Kyogle on Sunday 30th October 2022.
Parishioners and friends from Kyogle and Casino Anglican Churches and Kyogle Uniting Church, Woodenbong, Urbenville and attended a combined Service held at 10am, after which they ventured to the Church Hall for the Harvest Festival Auction, held at 11am.
The bidding for the many items donated, was very competitive.
The money raised was $2,134.00 and is to be donated to support the work of the WESTPAC Rescue Helicopter Service.
People were able to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with their picnic lunch, before heading home with their acquired items.
Many thanks to the auctioneers and “The Team” from Kyogle Real Estate and all who worked to arrange the function. Also, thanks to all who donated generously the goods to auction and for the people buying.
LINE DANCING CLASSES
Beginners are welcome – Kyogle every week Friday 5.30pm. All interested phone Lorraine 0418264489.
LION’S CLUB OF KYOGLE
Meeting is held on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday each month at the Kyogle Lion’s shed from 6.30–7pm For more information contact Neville Moon on 0448222334.
RICHMOND RIVER BEEF PRODUCER’S ASSOCIATION Meet on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at Kyogle Showgrounds in the luncheon room at 7pm. For more details Phone Jan on 0427293455.
SONGS
Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church KYOGLE 29TH NOVEMBER 2022 AT 10.30 AM
ALL FAITHS are invited to join together to raise their voices to sing praises to your Lord. Includes poetry readings and an appearance by the St Brigids Catholic School Choir A light lunch will be provided afterwards.
Please RSVP by 20th November for catering purposes to Maureen 02 66 331 528 or Trish 0439 322 384
LENNOX HEAD CWA
Handy Craft Mornings on Mondays 9.30am-12noon in the community centre at Lennox Head. Call Jan on 66816150.
The Lennox Head Day VIEW Club meets on the frst Monday of each month at the Lennox Head Community Centre with the meeting starting at 11am and includes an interesting speaker and concludes with a light lunch. An informal Coffee and Chat meeting is held on the third Monday of the month. The Club sponsors three students through The Smith Family Learning for Life scholarship program that provides educational items for disadvantaged Australian children. New members and guests are most warmly welcomed, and enquiries may be made to Enid 047187511 or Dawn 0466717435.
Meets on the second Tuesday of each month upstairs at the Lennox Hotel at 6.30pm for dinner at 7pm. Guests are welcome. “VIEW members support the education of disadvantaged Australian children by raising much needed funds for The Smith Family. Through fundraising activities and social events in local communities, members raise money that goes directly to The Smith Family’s learning and mentoring programs for disadvantaged
students.” Lennox Head Evening VIEW Club currently sponsors two Learning for Life students. Contact Sue Brennan 0409728814.
LENNOX HEAD LIONS CLUB
New members welcome to join our close-knit club where the emphasis is on community service in a fun environment. Meetings are on the frst and Third Wednesday of each month at Club Lennox starting at 6.30pm. Members do what they can, when they can to facilitate the needs of our club.
PROBUS CLUB OF LENNOX HEAD Meets 9.30 for 10 at Club Lennox, 10 Stewart Street, on the frst Thursday of each month. Visitors are welcome, also retired or semi-retired people wishing to join our non-service club to hear interesting guest speakers and to join in trips and outings are invited along. Phone Jan 66876859.
LISMORE ANGLICANS’ ANNUAL CHRISTMAS SHOP
DATES: Monday, November 21 to Friday, December 9, 2022
VENUE: 13 Woodlark Street, LISMORE formerly Taking Shape opposite The ARK - street sculpture. Come and buy your Christmas treats. Homemade cakes and puddings, slices, biscuits, scones. Lots of handicraft items. Plants. Monster Hamper and lots of cheer. Cash or card. M-F: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm; Sat: 8:30 am – 12:00 noon.
Lismore Base Hospital Auxiliary is holding a” Made from the Heart Craft Fair “ on Saturday 26th November 2022 at 10 till 3pm and Sunday 27th November 2022 10am till 2pm.
At Goonellabah Workers Sports Club 202 Oliver Avenue Goonellabah. We invite you to celebrate the most beautiful time of the year with us. We are looking for Artisans who might like to sell their wares over the two days and must have insurance.
Local Artisans and Auxiliary will have a large variety of their wares available Eftpos available at most stalls.
We are also running a Raffe 1st Prize $500 so if you see us around the Lismore Shopping Centres in our yellow shirts please come up, say hi and buy a ticket. Drawn 10th December.
All money raised goes towards the Lismore Base Hospital Wish List they give to the Auxiliary.
Contact Colleen 0401081747
LISMORE CITY CONCERT BAND Rehearsals are held during school terms on Mondays, 6.15-7.45pm at Southern Cross University. If you can play a concert band instrument: brass, woodwind, or percussion, please come and join us! All ages welcome. We have some instruments available for
loan.
For more information, Tel: 0432575911 visit: www.
lismorecityconcertband.org.au, and our Facebook and Instagram pages.
Embroiderers Group. Meetings are 9.30am-2.30pm 1st and 3rd Wednesdays and 2nd Saturday of each month, at Crawford House, 10 Wardell Road, Alstonville. This is our new venue where we welcome embroiderers of all ability levels to meet, share and learn. For more information see our Facebook page ‘Lismore Group – Embroiderers’ Guild NSW’, or simply turn up.
President: Don Abrahams 0437576837
Vice President: Bob Greig 0404860504
Email: lismoremcs.contact@gmail. com
Opening Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 9.00am – 3.00pm
We are a community based nonproft organisation. Everybody is welcome: men, women & people with a disability of all ages. We encourage social inclusion. Our aim is to promote the mental, physical & emotional well-being of people in our community.
Shed Activities
Members work on their own projects
Mentoring is available
General woodworking Welding & light engineering Repair & restoration of items for the public
Constructing projects, of items for the public
Constructing projects for preschools, hospitals & other organisations
Assembling fatpack
Minor maintenance work for the elderly & disabled Working with the disabled Talking with other members or simply having company
Memberships: $40-year Attendance Fee: $3 tea/coffee Location: 15 Industry Drive East Lismore
LISMORE JAZZ CLUB
Date: Sunday, 4 December
Time: 2 to 5 pm
Name of gig: Lismore Jazz Club Band: The Clarence Jazzmen
Venue: Lismore City Bowlo Cost: $10 members/$15 nonmembers, cash at door
LISMORE ORCHID SOCIETY INC.
Lismore Orchid Society now meets 3rd Wednesday each month, 2 - 4pm at Richmond Tweed Regional Library, 6 Centenary Drive Goonellabah, (corner of Oliver Av and Centenary Dve). Contact Bev on 0400326289
“Lismore Regional Parkinson’s Support Group will be meeting on Friday, 16th December, at Summerland House Farm at 12 noon for a Christmas Lunch. We are thrilled to join with Parkinson’s Specialist Nurse, Rebecca Manners and our two wonderful patrons, Janelle Saffn, MP, and Jenny Dowell, OAM to welcome our new specialist Parkinson’s nurse, Tim Ayers. All members of the Parkinson’s community and family and carers are invited to share this very special occasion. Please RSVP Di Tel: 0423941119 before Dec 4 to assist with bookings.”
LISMORE SENIOR CITIZENS
Meet at the Goonellabah Community Centre every second Thursday starting at 9am where we have morning tea followed by games bingo how etc we play cards Monday and Friday and play bowls Tuesdays and craft every second Tuesday afternoons come and join our friendly group you will be very welcome
LISMORE SPINNERS & WEAVERS
Please join us….. Weaving, Spinning, Felting, Dyeing, Knitting, Crochet, Workshops, Chat…. Sharing Craft & Ideas.
From 10am, on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Fridays of each month. ( Formal business meeting is 10.30-11.30 every 1st Friday) McLeans Ridges Hall Cnr Cowlong and McLeans Ridges Rds (off Bruxner Hwy)
Morning Tea provided. Bring your lunch (and a mug) Contac: Kim- 0423935060 Linda0419489987
Email ~ lismorespinnersandweavers@ gmail.com
LISMORE TARGET RIFLE CLUB for .22 calibre rifes, meets Wed nights from 6.30pm & the 1st & 3rd Sat of each month from 1.00 pm. Air rife shooting for .22 & 177 air rifes will also be available at the Saturday shoots. For more information, please phone Derek on 66282082 (ah).
CWA LISMORE DAY BRANCH “STILL” WANT “YOU’’ in 2022. Our Branch Meetings are held on the frst Thursday of each month at 9:30am for a 10am start. We want “YOU” to join us for the chance to be involved with an amazing group of friendly, fun, interesting women of all ages. You will make new friends and be involved with wonderful opportunities to contribute to worthwhile Community causes assisting Women and Children. PLEASE THINK ABOUT it and come along as a ‘GUEST’ to see what you think. You will experience for yourself the difference being a CWA Member will bring to yourself and your life. For MORE INFORMATION contact our President ALIISON KELLY on 0428216079. WE ALSO RUN A WEEKLY CRAFT MEETING each Friday from 10am. This provides a great opportunity for you to learn new and wonderful Craft, and once again meet a group of new friends. Tea & Coffee are available for a very small donation. We always have nifty Craft projects underway and love helping anyone new to Craft learn, whilst creating beautiful items in great company. For MORE INFORMATION call HELEN DARGIN on 0438828619. WE SO MUCH LOOK FORWARD to welcoming you.
EAST LISMORE BOWLING CLUB
Community Bingo Tuesday night 7.30pm start. 20 games of bingo + progressive jackpot Neilson Street East Lismore. Everyone Welcome
MAINLY MUSIC
Fun, interactive, music sessions for young children [birth to school age] and their parents/caregivers in a relaxed setting on Tuesdays starting at 9:30am during School Terms. Children will be introduced to music, creativity and more. They will develop gross motor skills, as well as socialise with others in a loving, shared family environment. Morning tea with snacks included. Mainly Music at Lismore Anglican Parish Centre, 10 Zadoc Street, LISMORE. T: 0266213200
NR U3A LISMORE INC. (UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE)
Retired? Make new friends, gain knowledge, laugh and learn, enjoy a richer retirement. U3A offers over 30 classes and activities each week. One yearly fee of $50 entitles you to attend all classes/activities of your choice. Interested? Check out our webpage http://www.u3anriv.org.au for course list, times and venues or contact 66227408 Follow us on Facebook.
Our mixed group meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month at the Lismore Heights Bowling Club in High St. Our brief meeting is followed by morning tea and a guest speaker. Senior’s lunch for $15 at noon is optional. Guests and visitors
are welcome. Ring/text Pam on 0418766247 for details of our other monthly social gatherings and outings.
Want to be part of an innovative, interesting and inclusive networking group who meet fortnightly to share ideas, meet other professionals and work together to make a difference in your community? Then Rotary Club of Lismore Networking could be the answer for you! Meets fortnightly at The Sherwood Hotel (75 Molesworth Street Lismore) on Wednesdays at 5.30pm. For more information contact Rita on 0413300578 or Gae 0412742095.
ROTARY
Is in its 60th year and meets at the East Lismore Bowling Club each Thursday at 6pm. New members would be made most welcome. Further information available on 0428151934.
SPRUNG
Sprung!! is a registered charity and a not-for-proft community organisation that offers Dance, Theatre & Movement workshops and training to people with disabilities. We are currently looking for volunteers to assist our organisation in a number of ways including supporting our Tutors and Disability Support Workers; transcribing; catering; professional skills; technical support and backstage support. Our workshops and performances run in Lismore, Mullumbimby, Tintenbar and Lennox Head expanding to Ballina and the Tweed. Any interested volunteers can reach us here and for general information please contact us on info@sprung.org.au
SUMMERLAND AMATEUR RADIO CLUB
Meetings of the club are normally held on the second Sunday of each month at the clubrooms: 412 Richmond Hill Road, Richmond Hill at 1pm. Visitors are welcome. The clubrooms are usually open on Sunday afternoons from about 1pm onwards. We are primarily amateur radio enthusiasts and welcome persons interested in radio, electronics, astronomy and similar subjects. For more details about the club and its activities see the club’s website: https://sarc.org.au/
MACLEAN VIEW CLUB
Monthly meetings again, after months of lock down. It will start as usual 3rd Thursdays of each month at 11am. Contact Ruth Toyer on 0409844212 by Mondays, no later than 7pm. Numbers are required for catering purposes
MURWILLUMBAH
Fine art printmakers. Meet at studio space 224 Stokers Rd, Stokers Siding. Prints, gallery, workshops and more! E: cpmmurwillumbah@hotmail. com - T: Peter 0498399640 or Sue 0408493253. Find us on Facebook & Instagram.
MURWILLUMBAH COMMUNITY GARDEN
Members and visitors are invited to join the group for activities and gardening tips most Sundays. Time 3-5pm (NSW time), street parking, BYO, covered footwear, comfy clothing, hat and water. Children ok with strict supervision. Covid plan operating. Enquires: phone Bob Johnson (02)66225792.
POTTSVILLE FUN CROQUET CLUB
Meets at Black Rocks Sports Fields on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8.30am.
New members are welcome to come and join us for a hit and a bit of fun. For any further enquires please call Jean on 0431606375. We will have a new starting time at the end of daylight saving. We play at Black Rocks Sports Field. New members are welcome. For further enquires please ring Jean on 0431606375.
POTTSVILLE LADIES LIFEBALL
Every Thursday morning 9.30am to 11.30am. Pottsville Community Hall, $5 per session includes morning tea. No joining fees. For enquiries, please call Jan 0431909760.
Poets and writers on the Tweed meet every Tuesday at the South Tweed Sports Club 1.30-3.30pm. Beginners welcome. Phone 0755248035.
TWEED HEADS PROBUS CLUB
Probus Club, Coolangatta/Tweed Heads. Be at Club Tweed at 10-00am on the frst Wednesday of the Month. Visitors and new members are very welcome.
TWEED PATCHWORK GROUP
Meet the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month at South Tweed Community Center from 9-1pm at 18 Heffron Street Tweed Heads south all beginners welcome phone Moira on 0418686643. A friendly group of people with common interest in seeing, quilting and related craft.
TWIN TOWNS DAY VIEW CLUB
The club meets at the South Tweed Sports Club on the frst Thursday of the month 10.30 for 11am DST with regular guest speakers i.e., magician Jim. For further information please ring President Kathie on 0407 709 629. … Thank you. Freda Shaw: 07 55 41 357
TWIN TOWNS AND DISTRICT GAREDN CLUB. Twin Towns and District Garden Club meets every second Monday of the month. December is awards and Lunch, for those members to go to Club Tweed Bistro and pay as you go. Meetings Venue: Tweed Heads Civic Centre Auditorium next to Library, Brett Street, Tweed Heads. We offer Raffes, lucky door prize, presidents award, trading tables, cuttings table, Benching of plants and fowers and foral art. Begonia Society, Social Morning teas, bus trips and best of all friendship. Come along, bring a mug to share a coffee or tea with like-minded gardeners. We also have a monthly Guest Speaker. Guest Speaker: November - Jan Pilgrim from Tweed Valley Wildlife Carers “Backyard Wildlife” See you there, bring a mug. Gwen 0468 872199, (leave a message please). YAMBA
Yamba Day View Club’s monthly luncheons are held at Yamba Bowling Club on 3rd Monday of month, starting 10am for 10.30am. Acceptance and apologies to President Lyn 66463164 by Friday prior to luncheon for catering purposes. We hold a monthly social outing either for lunch or morning tea and visitors are always welcome.
Yamba Lions Club’s meetings are held 2nd & 4th Thursdays of month at Yamba Bowling Club, commencing at 7pm for 7.30pm. For further information, please contact the Secretary Peter 0417546097. Social outings also held at various time and visitors and new members welcome.
NORTHERN
BUSHWALKING CLUB
Are you interested in exploring the beauty that our region contains.
The Northern Rivers Bushwalking Club offers a variety of activities for people of all abilities and ages
in bushwalking, cycling, kayaking, abseiling, qigong and social interaction. Visit our Facebook page or our website nrbc.org.au for more information.
The fnal gathering of the Northern Rivers Day Prostate Cancer Support Group for 2022 is to be held on TUESDAY DECEMBER 6TH – THIS IS TO BE THE CHRISTMAS LUNCHEON RATHER THAN A REGULAR MEETING COMMENCING 12.30PM AT THE WOLLONGBAR TAVERN – MEMBERS PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGES TO THE NORMAL MONTHLY MEETING ARRANGEMENTS –It is imperative that Convenor Bob receives names and numbers as soon as possible to enable table bookings to be secured –Partners and Carers are most welcome to attendEnquiries phone Bob Corney 0493 075 612 – or 0400 747 630 -
The next meeting of the Northern Rivers Fellowship of First Fleeters will be held on Sunday 27th November 2022 at the Cherry Street Sports Club, Ballina at 10.30am. Our guest speaker will be from the Westpac Helicopter Service. All visitors are very welcome. If you wish to attend, please contact Roddy Jordan on 66875339 or via email hollysbuddy1@bigpond.com
The Northern Rivers Community Foundation (NRFC) is inviting Northern Rivers women to play an active role in empowering vulnerable women and girls in our region. The newly formed NRFC’s Women’s Giving Circle brings Northern Rivers women together to achieve equality and human rights for women and girls in our region and enable them to realise their full potential. Visit the Women’s Giving Circle nrcf.org.au/ womens-giving-circle/ on the NRFC website for more information and to join the Women’s Giving Circle. murbahcommunitygardens@gmail. com - follow us on Facebook #MurwillumbahCommunity Garden
HOUSE HARRIERS is a non-proft community group that is part of a worldwide organisation. The Hash House Harriers meet every Monday at 6pm for a run/walk from various locations around Lismore, Alstonville and Ballina. The run/walk lasts for approximately an hour, followed by friendship, banter and grub. We are very friendly and welcome new members. For more details email: nrhhh@freelists.org.
Covering Wollongbar to Ocean Shores.
Meets 2nd Friday of each month at Summerland Farm, Wardell Road, Alstonville. General catch up & chat with the opportunity to join in a casual Q&A session with Rebecca, our Parkinson’s nurse. She will be there to answer any questions that you may have about anything to do with living with Parkinson’s or supporting or caring for a loved one. Maybe you want to know about symptoms, medication, treatments or services etc. Rebecca is there to support us and help you manage your disease so that you live your best life. All those living with Parkinson’s Disease or those supporting them are most welcome. Please RSVP Cheryl 0428286753.
Northern Rivers District:
Mostly sunny. Light winds becoming east to northeasterly 15 to 20 km/h during the afternoon then becoming light during the evening.
Thursday. Sunny morning. Slight (20%) chance of a shower in the afternoon and evening. The chance of a storm in the afternoon and evening. Light winds becoming easterly 15 to 20 km/h during the afternoon then tending northeasterly during the evening.
Northern Tablelands District:
Mostly sunny. Winds west to southwesterly 15 to 25 km/h becoming light during the evening.
Thursday. Sunny morning. The chance of a storm on and east
of the ranges in the afternoon and evening. Light winds becoming northwest to southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h during the afternoon then tending northeast to southeasterly during the evening.
New South Wales:
A few showers on and about the southern ranges and slopes. Snow shower above 1700 metres. Fine and partly cloudy elsewhere. Daytime temperatures below average inland, near average along the coastal fringe. West to southwesterly winds, tending east to southeasterly about the coast. Thursday. A few showers about the north and south coast and adjacent ranges. Possible afternoon storms along the northern coast. Fine and partly cloudy elsewhere. Daytime temperatures near average. Westerly winds inland, tending easterly along the coast.
Byron Coast: Winds: North to northeasterly below 10 knots increasing to 10 to 15 knots during the morning. Seas: Around 1 metre. Swell: Southerly 1.5 to 2.5 metres, decreasing to 1 to 1.5 metres during the morning. Weather: Partly cloudy.
Coffs Coast:
Winds: North to northwesterly 10 to 15 knots tending west to northwesterly during the morning then shifting easterly during the day. Seas: Around 1 metre. Swell: Southerly 1.5 to 2.5 metres. Weather: Sunny.
Gold Coast Waters: Winds: Northerly 10 to 15 knots, tending north to northeasterly inshore in the afternoon. Seas: Around 1 metre. Swell: Southerly 1 to 2 metres, decreasing to around 1 metre during the afternoon or evening. Weather: Partly cloudy.
Low:3:09am0.2m High:10:07am1.8m Low:4:39pm0.2m High:10:21pm1.1m
Low:3:52am0.2m High:10:56am1.8m Low:5:35pm0.2m High:11:15pm1.1m
Low:4:40am0.3m High:11:48am1.8m Low:6:35pm0.3m
High:12:15am1.0m Low:5:34am0.3m High:12:44pm1.7m Low:7:39pm0.3m
RiseSet Sun5:41am7:23pm Moon4:50am6:39pm
Carol Meyer 1, Margaret Bryant 2, Jan Henley
3, Rosemary Russell 4, Shirley Henry 5, June Greenaway 6, Yvonne Weddup 7, Pauline Bolte 8, Lesley Richie 9, Valda McLerie 10, Joy Lowien 11, Ronda Taylor 12, Pauline Kearney
13, Shirley Atkinson, Shirley Coleman 14, Gail McDonagh 16, Kath Hubbard 17, Coral Lavelle
18, Bev Lasater 19, Sally Lowry 20, Pam Farrell 21, Jan Small 22.
Mahjong is played on Friday at 12:30pm at the Ballina Bridge Club North Creek Road.
Enquiries for new players phone Vanessa on 66874181.
Results from Wednesday 16/11
Today we had social bowls & winners for the day were:
Never let it be said that age should get in the way of being able to represent Australia in your chosen sport.
By Samantha ElleyCup began.
“We had played for NSW in the National Championships on the Gold Coast,” said Trevor.
Just ask Paul Leadbetter, Warren Jenkins and Trevor Dancer who have recently come back from the Masters Hockey World Cup 2022 in Tokyo where between them they earned two gold and one bronze medals.
“This is the frst Masters World Cup since Covid as it was supposed to be held in 2020,” said Sharon Dixon of Dixon Physiotherapy in Alstonville, who went over with the teams.
“I was picked to go with three of the teams on my merits as a physiotherapist.”
The teams few to Japan in October and stayed for 18 nights, which included training before the
“Then we went to an invitational in Sydney where the teams were selected for Tokyo.”
Warren was selected and played in the ‘junior’ team, the over-60s where they won gold.
Paul played in the over-65s and won gold and Trevor played in the over-70s and came away with bronze.
“When players are at this level, they manage themselves better,” said Sharon.
“But after the Gold Coast Nationals they had some injuries.
“All of them made it on the pitch on the last day of play in Japan, though.”
When at home, the men play
for their local clubs of Coraki, Northern Star and Ballina.
“I had both knees replaced in 2018,” said Trevor.
“Some players have had total hip replacements, heart stents and cancer treatments.”
The men and their team members have shown that age and physical ailments are no excuse for being able to obtain what they set out to achieve.
Their medals are proof of that.
And they are not stopping there.
Paul and Trevor were selected and are now preparing for the Trans-Tasman Cup to be held in Christchurch, New Zealand next year.
T. Maxwell, J. Creighton & A. McLean def T. Maxwell, J. Dwyer & M. Hellyar
Other rink winners were: C. Doyle, J. Cooke & D. Grice def C. Doyle, L. James & D. Skinner J. Carthew & M. Mead def N. Moran & A.James Casino Social Golf Results
20-11-2022
The winner of social golf on Sunday was Fred Bruni with a net score of 31 from Matthew Gooding with 32 on a count back.
The putting trophy went to G.Randall with 17 putts on a count back and D.Hampson won the players draw. Nearest to pins: 8th, 12th & 17, R.Ruttley. 9th & 14th, B.Yates.10th, G.Skennar. 11th, G.Randall. 13th, T.Jenkins. 15th, Vinny. 16th, W.Jackson. 18th, G.Shephard. Next Sunday there will be no social golf due to the Pro-Am but Sunday 4th December the event sponsored by Just Brakes And Exhaust Casino will be a single stroke on the top 11 for
the monthly medal and visitors are welcome to play with hit off from 6-30am till 7-30am.
Cherry Street Croquet Club Sports Results ASSOCIATION
CROQUET :
B.Hardy P.Hume 13 d B.Reddy 10 S.Hume 17 d L.Hardy 10 P.Waters 8 d G.Drew 4 G.Drew C.Woodlands 14 d S.Hume P.Hume 13
RICOCHET CROQUET : G.Kerr D.Scott 11 d P.Doyle R.Chapman 8 J.Doust R.Poynting 13 d R.Allen N.Barnes 10 J.Hannigan M.Russell 12 d P.Scott M.Field 7
TOURNAMENTS :
NSW Division 1 Golf Croquet Pennants Final.
Royal Sydney 1st, Canberra 2nd, Newcastle 3rd.
Golf Croquet Test Match Australia B 3 d Victoria 0
CHERRY STREET CROQUET CLUB
CHAMPIONS 2022 :
Penny Scott, David Scott, Sue Hume, Helen Young, Gloria Drew, Robyn Poynting, Neville Poynting, Jim Hannigan,
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL WINNERS ASSOCIATION CROQUET COME & TRY DAY.
24th November 2022
You are invited to Come Watch, Learn, Play. All very welcome Joggers & Hat recommended Equipment Supplied Everyone’s Game
A Community Sport for all Ages.
Coaches in attendance : Raymond Chapman, David Scott, Gloria Drew.
EVANS HEAD
WOMENS BOWLS
Springtime Fours Round Robin Competition commenced on 16th November & will be played over 3 weeks with 2 rounds each week.
Results - Round 1 played 16-09-22 -
1) M. McPherson, B. Parkes, A. Peel (Sub), P. Freeman defeated S.
Maxwell, M. Gibson, K. Robson (Sub), B. Montague.
2) S. Rose, L. Vidler, E. Gollan, K. Keevers defeated J. Beckett, B. Cameron, G. Marczan, V. Hart.
3) M. Adams, K. Townsend, L. Stratton, S. Downs defeated L. Hayes (Sub), I. Bale, K. Hickey, J. Fernance.
Round 2 played 16-09-22 (Skips only).
1) P. Freeman defeated V. Hart.
2) J. Fernance defeated B. Montague.
3) S. Downs defeated K. Keevers.
Springtime Triples Competition concluded on 09-11-22 with 3 Teams fnishing with 4 Wins & 2 losses so there had to be a count back.
Winners +20 - B. Hancock, K. Townsend, E. Gollan, Runners/up +13 - S. Rose, A. Viney, K. Keevers. Third +9 - B. Cameron, M. Gibson, J. Fernance. Congratulations to all Bowlers who participated in the Competition
Well a smaller feld contested the single stableford, Ham Winner club handicap K Lloyd, vets ham winner J Lassig 2nd vets S McDonough, 3rd vets E Reddell, free game T Beemster, chickens/balls G Tait, D Bullock, R Thorne, B Micheal, M Duffcy, B McDonald, W Lunnon, B Webber, R Black, nearest pins 3rd/12th J Lassig, 6th/15th E Reddell..... Table draw ham R Webber table draw golf balls T Doyle.
Members are reminded that this Thursday is our presentation day commencing at 9.00am with a shot gun start followed by presentations and the Christmas party. From the frst Thursday in December golf will revert back to an 8.00am start for the summer months PLEASE be aware!
AS USUAL TILL THEN GOOD GOLFING. Max
Saturday 29/10 was a busy day for our Cudgen Athletes with half who travelled to Woolgoolga SLSC to compete at the frst round of Summer of Surf and the other half to Tugun SLSC for the frst round of Oceans 38.
At both locations Cudgen gave it their all with a number of podium and top 10 in fnals!! Proud of everyone who competed on the weekend! Go Cudgen Oceans 38 - Tugun 2nd Place
- 17’s Female Ski relay (Scarlett George, Claudia Arghyros, Kloe Mills)
- 17’s Female Taplin relay (Board, ski swim) (Scarlett George, Claudia Arghyros, Kloe Mills) 3rd Place
- 17’s Female 3rd Board relay (Scarlett George, Claudia Arghyros, Kloe Mills)
- Claudia: 4th Place 17’s Female Board
and 5th Place 17’s Female Ski
- Scarlett 6th Place 17’s Female Swim
- Kloe 8th Place 17’s Female Swim
Summer of Surf - Woolgoolga 3rd Place
- Isabella 3rd Place 15’s Female Board
- Isabella: 4th Place 15’s Female Iron and 8th Place 15’s Female Swim
- Fletcher: 5th Place 15’s Male Board and 7th Place 15’s Male Iron
- Jules: 5th Place 15’s Male Iron and 8th Place 15’s Male Swim
Saturday 05/11 North Burleigh Surf Club held the Kozii Iron Challenge which our Cudgen members walked away with a number of podium fnishes, this included the “dance challenge” Not only do we have fantastic athletes but amazing dancers too!
1st Place
u15 girls Izzy Tate u14 boys Phoenix Preston 2nd Place
u13 girls Izzy Arghyros u15 boys Jules Loemker 3rd Place
u10 girls Scarlett Mison u15 boys Fletcher Burdekin Dance off Winners
Max Tom ChelseaThird and fourth photo attached 100 plus Cudgen Nippers travelled to Lennox Heads Sunday 06/11 for the opening branch carnival of the season , conditions were testing which all age groups took within their strides . Overall, as a club we performed exceptionally well and is an indication of the hard work our competitors and coaches have put in before the season commenced .
In regards to results the club collected over 20 medals ; all participants should be extremely proud with all individual and team results .
We headed to Yamba on Sunday 20th November for our next carnival looking to replicate our achievement .
Set 83 to make Easts bat again Tucabia shut up shop and struggled to 5/55 before play ended with Easts taking frst innings win points.
Tucabia’s frst drop batter Greg Niland was Easts stumbling block as they pursued an outright result.
By Tim HowardGDSC Easts swept to its third premier league cricket victory in three games with a comprehensive frst innings win against Tucabia Copmanhurst at Lower Fisher Turf on Saturday.
Tucabia, skittled for 53 on day one, were left to stave off an outright loss after Easts were bowled out for 135.
Easts made Tucabia’s job a little easier by not pressing for quick runs after passing Tucabia’s total two wickets down.
Chris Chamberlain scored 22 from 80 balls, although it may have been the clatter of wickets at the other end that cautioned him.
Apart from Matt Lobsey’s 15, the last four batters scored 17 between them.
Tucabia’s Jake Chevalley was the main benefciary of the carnage, fnishing with 4/4 from 2.3 overs.
Andy Ellis was also in the wickets, taking 3/30 from 10 overs.
The left-hander soaked up 88 deliveries scoring 18no. He had brighter support from Matt Dougherty, who scored 16 from 25.
Easts may also have made Tucabia’s task a little easier by not turning to its left-arm spinner David BrutonDuroux earlier.
In the frst innings he was lethal, taking 4/4 but on Saturday he could only ft in fve overs, taking 1/6.
On the competition ladder Easts has skipped nine points clear of South/Westlawn, securing 21 points from three frst innings wins.
South/Westlawn has 12 points from a win, a loss and a washout, while Brothers is on 9 points from a win and two frst innings losses.
Premiership holder Tucabia has endured a horror start to the season with 6 points from two losses and a washed out draw.
On Saturday Easts will play Brothers at Grafton’s cricket HQ, Ellem Oval, in a one-day game.
Another welcome name on the scorecard was leftarm orthodox spinner Chris Cleaver, the middle of the Cleaver trio, who hasn’t played so far this season.
He put in a tight spell of six over for fve runs and a yield of two wickets.
in a partnership which took the team within two runs for victory.
When Brendan, on 22, chipped a sharp return catch to Jake Kroehnert, the game was all but over.
By Tim HowardA nerveless batting performance from South Services skipper Dylan Cleaver has guided his team to a GDSC Premier League cricket victory over Brothers at Ellem Oval.
With Brothers resuming its frst innings at 4-107 after a brutal storm ended play the previous week, it was in a position to set a competitive total.
Instead, after a brief fourish, taking 10 from the frst over of the day, it folded meekly, adding another 33 runs to be all out for 140.
South/Westlawn opening bowler Nathan Blanch did the lion’s share of the damage, snaring 5/41 from 21.3 overs.
Brothers batter Mick Summers top scored with 29 and Dylan Lucas’s cameo of 18 didn’t get much support from the lower order.
Brothers would have been well aware of South’s fragility at the crease in recent seasons and when opener Joe Pigg fell for a golden duck, spirits rose.
But they were quickly crushed when opener Anthony Dickson, 46 and skipper Dylan Cleaver, 48no, combined in a match-defning partnership.
Becoming the CRCA president has agreed with Dickson, who has scores of 61, 27 and 46 from the season’s frst three games.
“They just seemed to put them where I wanted them,” he said of Saturday’s innings which included six fours and a six.
Dickson’s dismissal did not provide any let up for the Brethren as Cleaver’s brother Brendan joined him
After another over to ensure the score was passed, both captains agreed to call a halt to proceedings.
South’s skipper deserved a half century for his composed innings.
Without taking undue risks he kept the pressure on the Brothers bowlers, batting patiently while Dickson took to the bowling, but accelerating quickly as victory approached.
A good example came when Brothers put their dangerous left-arm speedster Ethan Lucas back on, looking for a breakthrough.
Instead Cleaver took advantage of the extra pace on the ball, guiding three deliveries in his frst over to the third man boundary.
Next weekend the mid-season round of one-day games begins with South/Westlawn playing Tucabia at Ulmarra Showground.
