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a mixed group who enjoy a morning’s tennis without the commitment of competition.

Ph: Fay Ross 0412910487. 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) - Have you retired or just about to, from the workforce?

Are you looking to exercise your mind and body and keep both well oiled?

Well, Lismore U3A [university of the third age} could be just the place for you. This worldwide organisation has been running in Lismore for the past 30 years and thousands of local people have benefted from its programmes. It’s a great place to meet like-minded people and make new friends.The last three years have been diffcult for us as they have for everyone, and we are on a recruitment drive to meet and greet you!We start 2023 with a choice of at least 30 classes, which include, Languages, Photography, Science, History, Qigong, genealogy, and many others. We also have a social calendar each term.U3A is entirely run by volunteers, with the committee and tutors coming from our membership. The joining fee Is $50 for 1 year and entitles you to attend any course you choose throughout the year; you can go every day if you wish. Why not peruse our site to see if there is a course that would be of interest to you. There is an online enrolment form that you can complete and any queries you have can be directed to our secretary, 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. Ph: 0435990919

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.

SUMMERLAND BONSAI SOCIETY INC. - Come and learn an addictive hobby with us.

We provide personal support from experienced teachers as well as demonstrations and Bonsai information. Club days are held on the second Saturday of every month at 1pm in the Arts Pavillion at Lismore Showgrounds.Be inspired about the art of creating little trees. Ph: 0438103601

ZEN AND INSIGHT

MEDITATION – LISMORE

HEIGHTS

INSIGHT (VIPASSANA)

MEDITATION and practice: This mindfulness-based meditation group sits on Wednesdays from 7:00-8:30pm. The evening includes meditation instructions, sitting and walking meditation, Dharma talks and discussion. For further details, please contact Rosie - 0402682925 ZEN MEDITATION and practice The Zen meditation group sits on Mondays from 6:30pm-8:15pm. The evening includes instructions, sitting meditation, Dharma talks and individual interviews with the teacher. For further details, please phone: 0427778837 Beginners and experienced meditations are warmly welcomed at both groups.

MACLEAN

0408493253.

MURWILLUMBAH COMMUNITY GARDEN

Members and visitors are invited to join the group for activities and gardening tips most Sundays. Time 3-5pm, street parking, BYO, covered footwear, comfy clothing, hat, and water. Children ok with strict supervision. Covid plan operating. Ph: Bob Johnson (02)66225792.

Mummulgum

POTTSVILLE

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Is drinking costing you more than money? AA works and is very active in Pottsville. We meet every Thursday 7pm at St Marks 15A Coronation Ave Pottsville and local contact 1800 423 431 or 04019 45671

POTTSVILLE TWEED COAST U3A

(University of 3rd Age) established with the aim of providing a supportive and engaging environment for people over 45 years not working full-time, in promoting active aging, fostering social connections, and empowering older adults to lead fulflling lives. At the heart of our community are the friendships that bloom and fourish. There are over 44 Classes available for example – art, craft, book chat, yoga, Pilates, tai chi, canasta, brain games, languages, writing life stories, walks, cycling.

Membership for Term 3 & 4 (July to Dec 2023) only $40 – No limit on number of classes you can attend. Join us to create meaningful connections, share stories, laughter, and create lasting memories. Contact Julia 07 5524 8995

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.

POTTSVILLE LADIES

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 V I E W as in Voice, Interests, Education of Women (Not many people are aware of what ‘VIEW’ club stands for!) AND NOT ONLY IN

7am, Charcoal cnr. 7:20, Casino Post Offce 7:30. Can also pick up in Lismore, Alstonville, and Ballina on Hwy. Bookings and enquiries phone Veronica on 66671101. Al proceeds after expenses will go towards the maintenance of the hall.

NRCF WOMEN’S GIVING CIRCLE - 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.

Ph: 0499862886

The NORTHERN RIVERS HASH 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.

NORTHERN RIVERS PARKINSON’S SUPPORT

GROUP Covering

Pat,

McLaren- Smith Ph. 66227408

PROBUS CLUB OF LISMORE HEIGHTS - 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.

ROTARY CLUB OF LISMORE NETWORKING

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 on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month at 5.30pm at The Civic Hotel (210 Molesworth Street Lismore). Ph: Rita on 0413300578 or Gae 0412742095.

ROTARY CLUB OF LISMORE WEST INC East Lismore Bowling Club each Thursday at 6pm. New members would be made most welcome. Further information available on 0428151934.

ROTARY CLUB OF SUMMERLAND SUNRISE

Interested in contributing

MACLEAN VIEW CLUB

Monthly meetings the 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

MURWILLUMBAH

TWEED COAST U3A (University of 3rd Age) established with the aim of providing a supportive and engaging environment for people over 45 years not working full-time, in promoting active aging, fostering social connections, and empowering older adults to lead fulflling lives. At the heart of our community are the friendships that bloom and fourish.

There are over 44 Classes available for example – art, craft, book chat, yoga, Pilates, tai chi, canasta, brain games, languages, writing life stories, walks, cycling. Membership for Term 3 & 4 (July to Dec 2023) only $40 – No limit on number of classes you can attend. Join us to create meaningful connections, share stories, laughter, and create lasting memories. Contact Julia 07 5524 8995

COMMUNITY PRINTMAKERS

MURWILLUMBAH

Fine art printmakers. Meet at studio space 224 Stokers Rd, Stokers Siding. Prints, gallery, workshops and more! Ph: Peter 0498399640 or Sue

LIFEBALL - Every Thursday morning 9.30am to 11.30am. Pottsville Community Hall, $5 per session includes morning tea. No joining fees. Ph: Jan 0431909760.

TWEED HEADS

TWEED COAST U3A (University of 3rd Age) established with the aim of providing a supportive and engaging environment for people over 45 years not working full-time, in promoting active aging, fostering social connections, and empowering older adults to lead fulflling lives.At the heart of our community are the friendships that bloom and fourish. There are over 44 Classes available for example – art, craft, book chat, yoga, Pilates, tai chi, canasta, brain games, languages, writing life stories, walks, cycling. Membership for Term 3 & 4 (July to Dec 2023) only $40 – No limit on number of classes you can attend. Join us to create meaningful connections, share stories, laughter, and create lasting memories. Contact Julia 07 5524 8995

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 1000am on the frst Wednesday of the Month. Visitors and new members are very welcome.

NAME: We are a group of ladies who care what will become of our youth! Our heritage – Their heritage – It is sad but true that many of our young people have no direction in their lives. Every morning we wake to the news that violence has occurred overnight in what was once considered a safe neighbourhood. How do these offending children/ youth feel the next morning knowing they have caused so much heartache - is this why we also hear of youth harming themselves so they can spread the pain? So, this is where VIEW Clubs and other similar clubs are starting from the bottom of the ladder by providing much needed funds to educate our youngsters so they will WANT to become the very best person they can not only in education but in their community and being proud of themselves and giving their parents hope for their child’s future. We at TWIN TOWNS DAY VIEW CLUB PROVIDE THE NECESSARY FUNDS to educate just 7 of these children. We know not where they come from, but someone in their community has contacted THE SMITH FAMILY and they in turn contact VIEW CLUBS OF AUSTRALIA who anonymously contact a VIEW Club who in turn take over the responsibility for these worthy children’s fees and so year after year their tertiary fees are paid. These fees are raised by VIEW Club members who attend meetings, listen to interesting guest speakers and regularly have days out at each other’s homes – so FUN and a tremendous satisfaction of knowing we are helping our future generation. More information can be gleaned by contacting our President Kathie on 0407709629.

YAMBA

YAMBA DAY VIEW CLUB

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

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.

ALL NORTHERN RIVERS

DYRAABA BUS TRIP

The Dyraaba Hall committee will host a bus trip to Robina Shopping centre on Saturday 18th November. Cost is $30 and includes morning tea. There will also be raffes. Bus will leave Dyraaba Hall

Wollongbar to Ocean Shores. Meets 2nd Friday of each month at Summerland Farm, Wardell Road, Alstonville. A 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 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). Ph: Allan Watt: 0402 749 582

NORTHERN RIVERS DAY PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP

The next meeting of the Northern Rivers Day Prostate Cancer Support Group is to be held on Wednesday November 8th - 10am until 12 noon at the Alstonville Plateau Sports Club, Deegan Drive, Alstonville Men previously and newly diagnosed with prostate cancer are urged to join with the group to experience the personal cancer stories told which give a great opportunity for all present to share, learn and beneft from each other - Partners and Carers are also most welcome to attend as family are very much involved with the process and treatment of those with this diagnosis This will be a time of quality sharing on current health and wellbeing Enquiries Bob Corney 0493 075 612

Warnings See www.bom.gov.au/australia/warnings

Northern Rivers District:

Cloudy. Slight chance of a shower. Winds southerly 20 to 30 km/h turning southeasterly during the morning.

Thursday. Partly cloudy. Slight chance of a shower, most likely in the morning and afternoon. Winds south to southeasterly 15 to 20 km/h tending east to southeasterly 15 to 25 km/h during the day then becoming light during the evening.

Northern Tablelands District:

Partly cloudy. Medium chance of showers on and east of the ranges, most likely in the afternoon and evening. Winds east to southeasterly 15 to 25 km/h.

Thursday. Partly cloudy. Slight chance of a shower on and east of the ranges. Winds easterly 15 to 25 km/h becoming light during

TIDES, SUN & MOON Ballina

the morning then becoming easterly 15 to 20 km/h during the afternoon.

New South Wales:

A shower or two possible about the northeast. Dry and mostly sunny elsewhere. Areas of morning frost about the ranges and slopes. Daytime temperatures well below average. Southeast to southwesterly winds, fresh along the coastline.

Thursday. A shower or two possible about the northeast, and central coastal fringe. Cloudy in the east, dry and sunny elsewhere. Areas of morning frost about the southern ranges. Daytime temperatures below average. Southerly winds, turning southeast to easterly along the coast during the day. East to northeasterly winds along the ranges.

Byron Coast:

Winds: Southeasterly 20 to 30 knots. Seas: 1.5 to 2.5 metres. 1st Swell: South to southeasterly below 1 metre, increasing to 1 to 2 metres during the morning. 2nd Swell: East to southeasterly 1 to 2 metres. Weather: Cloudy. The chance of a storm in the morning and afternoon.

Coffs Coast:

Winds: Southerly 20 to 30 knots turning southeasterly 15 to 20 knots during the morning. Seas: 2 to 2.5 metres, decreasing to 1 to 1.5 metres during the morning. 1st Swell: Southerly 1 to 1.5 metres, increasing to 1.5 to 2.5 metres during the morning. 2nd Swell: Easterly 1 to 1.5 metres, decreasing to around 1 metre during the morning. Weather: Cloudy.

Gold Coast Waters:

Winds: South to southwesterly 15 to 25 knots turning southeasterly 20 to 30 knots during the morning. Seas: 2 to 3 metres. 1st Swell: Southeasterly 1 to 2 metres, decreasing to 1.5 metres during the evening. 2nd Swell: South to southeasterly around 1 metre. Weather: Cloudy. The chance of a storm.

In a massive boost for community sport, the NSW Government has today announced that sport clubs across NSW can now apply for more funding under the Local Sport Grant Program.

The Program provides $4.65 million funding to NSW sporting organisations with $50,000 available per electorate and grants up to $20,000 available to individual clubs.

In 2022/23 $3.5 million was awarded for 592 projects, including development clinics, uniforms and sporting equipment.

This follows the Minns Government’s signifcant investment in grassroots sporting organisations including:

• $30 million to providers of grassroots sport through the Level the Playing Field Program to support the continued growth of women’s and girls’ sport and recreation.

• And a four-year $14.5 million Football in Schools Program to partner with A-League clubs Western Sydney Wanderers and Macarthur FC to provide football, education and wellbeing programs in local schools.

Minister for Sport Steve Kamper said:

“The NSW Government understands the vital role community sport plays in keeping people healthy, active and socially connected.

“Never was this more evident than during recent natural disasters and the pandemic.

“This Program will provide vital funds to community sport groups to purchase new equipment, improve facilities and deliver programs that enable people of all ages and abilities to participate and enjoy the benefts of sport and active recreation.

“So, if there is a project or program your club has been wanting to deliver, I encourage you apply for a grant and take advantage of this fantastic opportunity.”

Applications in the 2023/24 Local Sport Grant Program close 27 November 2023.

For further information visit: www.sport.nsw. gov.au/local-sport-grantprogram

More than 1,000 Aboriginal and nonAboriginal netballers from across NSW will converge on Charlestown Netball Courts this weekend for the Koori Netball Tournament.

This year’s tournament will feature more than 90 teams competing across six divisions, including women’s and mixed for both adults and juniors.

The tournament, hosted by Charlestown Netball Association with the support of the NSW Offce of Sport and Netball NSW, provides an opportunity for Aboriginal netballers to showcase their talent in a competitive and inclusive environment in an effort to enhance reconciliation.

Minister for Sport

Steve Kamper said:

“For more than 20 years the Koori Netball Tournament has been enhancing reconciliation through sport.

“This weekend’s tournament will feature high quality netball played in a fun and inclusive environment.

“Most importantly, the tournament highlights how sport can bring people together in a healthy, positive way.”

Charlestown Netball Association President Di Pascoe said:

“We started the Koori Netball Tournament 23 years ago and we love that it’s still going strong, that it is still bringing people together for two days of fun.

“Hosting the Koori Netball Tournament is an annual highlight for us at

Charlestown Netball as it is such a great event.

“There were nine teams that played in the frst Koori Netball Tournament. This year, we we have 95 teams from across NSW and that is very exciting for the community.

“We love seeing the community come back each year, seeing people reconnect with one another and with more than two decades of the Koori Netball Tournament, we have seen multiple generations come back to play and to support each other - it is an amazing community event.”

Netball NSW Executive General Manager – Communities & Pathways, Tim Fava said:

“We are all very excited for this year’s Koori Netball Tournament, a staple of the NSW Netball Calendar, showcasing some amazing talent.

“Charlestown has done a magnifcent job of making this tournament one of the highlights on the netball calendar and we are delighted to play a role in supporting it, alongside the NSW Government.

“Netball and sport in general have the power to build greater connection, and to see the Koori Tournament thrive year on year is a testament to what our First Nations peoples bring to the game.”

For further information go to: www.sport.nsw. gov.au/koori-netballtournament

Mahjong 27th October 2023

Jackson. 13th & 14th, D. Hampson. 15th, S. Shephard. 18th, P. Piccoli.

def N. Moran & M. Mead in a very close scoring game

RICOCHET CROQUET:

Veterans Golf Results

19. Jan Henley, Ramsay Roper, 21. Coral Lavelle, 22. Lisa Wong, 23. Vanessa Reynolds, 24. Diana Auret, 25. Cindy Smith,

Jeanette McGuiness,

Casino Social Golf Results

29-10-2023

The winner of social golf last Sunday was Stephen Shephard with a stableford score of 24 points from Gary Skennar with 22. The putting trophy went to W. Jackson with 14 putts and S. Ensby won the players draw. Nearest to pins:8th, 12th & 16th, T. Jenkins. 9th, G. Skennar. 10th, G. Randall. 11th, W.

Next Sunday’s event Sponsored by Richmond Valley Meats in the RSM Shopping Village, Casino, will a single stroke on the top 11 holes for the monthly medal and visitors are welcome to play with hit off from 6-30am till 7-30am.

CASINO WOMEN’S BOWLS RESULTS

Results from Wednesday 25/10 Social Bowls: Winners for the day calculated on the Highest Aggregate:

J. Carthew & A James

Other rink winners were:

D. Grice & I. Watson had a tied game with J. Creighton & D. Skinner

L. James, T. Maxwell & J. Cooke def L. James, C. Doyle & R. Skirrey

C. Haynes & C. Doyle are in selection box for November.

Cherry Street Croquet Club Sports Results

ASSOCIATION CROQUET:

S.Hume 11 d T.Hume

6. G.Porter 20 d

L.Sampson G.Drew 13

N.Poynting C.Lane 15 d R.Allen 7. R.Poynting 11 d M.Russell 7.

N.Barnes J.Hannigan

14 d C Woodlands

R.Chapman 7.

Twilight Golf Croquet

Tuesday afternoons

3.30pm all welcome.

Cherry Street Croquet

Club Members on tour New Zealand after a long tournament season.

CORAKI

THURSDAY 20/10/23

Winner J Lassig, 2nd S Ormond, 3rd M Bruggy free game chicken/ball winners W Lunnon, T Foster, G Brown, T Wood, M Fairfull, W Henwood, J Nilsson. Nearest pins 3rd/12th G Brown 6th/15th R Rodda.

This Thursday will be the monthly medal for November as well as the play off for the medal of medals . This will followed with a barbque lunch. Hitt off time will be with a shot gun start at 8.30am.

AS USUAL TILL THEN GOOD GOLFING

By Tim Howard

Hawkesbury power boat driver Hayden Chesser has been crowned King of the Clarence after winning the inaugural Jacaranda Classic Circuit Boat race in Grafton on Sunday.

Chesser, in Fury, 21ft evercraft blown big block Chevy, rocketed down the 650m course set between Corcoran Park and Elizabeth Island at speeds of around 120mph, to dominate the race against two other competitors, Wedlock and Melodie XI.

Although hailing from the Hawkesbury there was quite a strong Clarence Valley connection on team Fury on Sunday.

The head mechanic was Chris Whalan from C&D Electronics at Woombah the support crew of Samantha, Jason, Clay and Talon Lamerton, from Iluka.

Chesser said that while he was in the cockpit piloting the boat, it took a massive amount of support to get him there.

“Really, when you up there after a win, all you’re doing is thinking about all the people who helped get you there,” he said.

“The Chesser racing team has had heaps of support from people like Wallace Concrete ad RA Auto Electronics keep us going.

“These boats operate at a high level. There’s probably about $100,000 worth in that engine and we’re stretching it to breaking point every time we race.”

Chesser was full of praise for the race organisers, the Northern Rivers Aquatic Club and the Clarence River as a course.

“For young club to put on a new event like this and get the crews and crowd support they did is a credit to them,” he said.

“And the river was just sensational to race on. We will defnitely be coming back to race in any events they put on.”

Chesser said it had also been a special pleasure race against Melodie XI in the Classic because it continued powerboat rivalry between the Chesser and Kirkpatrick families, which goes back generations.

“To fnd myself competing against the Kirkpatricks in the inaugural event here is very special to me,” Chesser said. Modest in victory, Chesser said there had been some disappointments in the race.

“Not being able to compete agains Gary Truslove was really disappointing,” he said.

“And I would also have like to race against (GP hydroplane) Whitenoise and Ricky Howard.

“They would have kicked my arse, but it would have special to see them competing.”

Earlier in the day the crowd did get to see Whitenoise give a exhibition run on the course.

Owned by NRAC president Grant Heeley and his wife and club secretary Karin, Whitenoise made a rare appearance on the water and treated spectators to laps exceeding 150mph.

The Heeleys have been rebuilding the boat over the past few years and despite its reputation as one of the fastest powerboats in the country, has not raced regularly.

While Heeley was disappointed the boat could not compete he was glad people got tha chance to catch a glimpse of what she could do.

“She developed a bad oil leak, so we decided to pull her out of the classic,” he said.

“It was disappointing, but we decided it wasn’t worth the risk at the start of the season.”

Heeley said his club had managed the weekend superbly after the disappointment of calling off Saturday’s racing due to rough conditions.

“People can say what they like, in this support safety is paramount and conditions weren’t right on Saturday,” he said.

“But the way things ran today we almost caught up the backlog of events from the frst day which was a credit to everyone.”

Club secretary and event coordinator

Kim Schiemer said the crowds the event attracted on Sunday exceeded expectations.

“The Rotary Club, Mr Whippy and the two coffee vans all did a roaring trade,” he said.

He said the format of the racing for the event was slightly different with a reliability factor built into the races along with tradition points for top three fnishes.

“The more classes boats entered the more points they could gather if they fnished their races,” he said.

Schiemer said the crash boats and safety crews also had chances to demonstrate they were up to scratch.

“We had an incident with one of the 25hp 550 boats nosediving into a wave and sinking,” he said.

“Rescue crews sort that out without any dramas.

“We also had a boat spin out on a turn and go over another boat,” he said.

“The bow of the boat hit the helmet of the driver of the other boat and put a three inch crack in it.

“The driver was fne and it demonstrated how effective the safety equipment is in the sport.”

He also singled out the club’s pitman, Greg Leth, for praise.

“He hadn’t run anything like this for around 25 years, and after picking up on some of the more modern way things are done, he ran the pits like clockwork.

“It was largely due to him we were able to catch up on so many races from Saturday’s cancelled racing.”

He said the club had demonstrated it could stage an event of this calibre and thanked major sponsors Jacaranda Laundry, Clarence Valley Timber and Wicks & Parker for all their support.

He also praised the Clarence Valley community for getting behind the event in big numbers.