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From cancer patient to patient advocate

Tweed man suffers burns in trailer fire FIRE and Rescue (FRNSW) extinguished a trailer that was on fire at Banora Point in Tweed on Monday morning. Firefighters were confronted with a man suffering burns and smoke issuing from the rear of an enclosed trailer when crews arrived on Ashgrove Place at 10.41am. Firefighters quickly controlled the fire and provided emergency medical care to the injured worker until NSW Ambulance arrived. The worker had been refueling his water blaster in the back of the trailer when fuel spilled

causing the fire. He was subsequently transported by NSW Ambulance. Superintendent Scott Dodson said this was a timely reminder that calling Triple Zero (000) for a fire emergency could be the difference between life and death, or a building or other property being saved or destroyed. The Triple Zero (000) service is the quickest way to get the right resources from emergency services to help you. It should be used to contact police, fire or ambulance services in life-threatening or timecritical situations.

DAVID Young, aged 64 from Byron Bay, decided to follow doctor’s orders and started to have annual health checks from the age of 50, but after three years, his GP became concerned about his blood results and referred him to a haematologist. In 2012 he was shocked to receive a diagnosis of Waldenström’s macroglobulinemia (WM), a rare type of nonHodgkin’s lymphoma, and was told he only had two to six years to live and would need to start immediate intensive chemotherapy. “My wife and I were knocked for six by the news and went on an emotional rollercoaster with our dreams of retirement, travel and growing old together smashed,” says Young. “We had a full life, running a B&B in Byron Bay and I was still working as an advertising photographer, so it took some time to get our heads around the devastating diagnosis. “I decided I needed to learn more about WM, so I spent a couple of days researching and

discovered that the prognosis and treatment were not quite as dire as I had been told.” At the time of diagnosis, he had no symptoms, but eventually he started to experience fatigue, anaemia, leg and foot cramps, and night sweats. He started taking rituximab which helped with his symptoms for a few years, but then it started to wane. He continued his research and discovered a clinical trial for zanubrutinib (Brukinsa), which he enrolled in. Within a couple of months his symptoms abated, and he has now been on zanubrutinib for four years and is “pretty close to remission”. “I’m delighted that Brukinsa (zanubrutinib) has just received Therapeutic Goods Administration approval for the treatment of adult patients with Waldenström’s macroglobulinemia and also for adult patients with mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) – another type of nonHodgkin’s lymphoma,” he says.

“Brukinsa has given me a life with very few side effects and is keeping me in remission. And as it’s a capsule, it’s non-invasive with no down time, unlike traditional treatment with intravenous chemotherapy and its well-known harsh side effects.

“We had a full life, running a B&B in Byron Bay and I was still working as an advertising photographer, so it took some time to get our heads around the devastating diagnosis.” “Thanks to Brukinsa, I went from feeling sorry for myself to climbing Cradle Mountain in Tasmania, so I want other people to benefit from this targeted treatment that has given me so much,” he says. On behalf of WMozzies, Young was delighted to be invited by the Pharmaceutical Benefits Advisory Committee (PBAC) to take part in a pilot program as consumer

advocates in the Brukinsa PBAC decision process. WM and MCL patients will have immediate free of charge access to Brukinsa through a BeiGene sponsored PreReimbursement Access Program until such time that WM and MCL are listed for reimbursement on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme. In a first for the PBAC, BeiGene (who discovered Brukinsa) expect to enter a facilitated resolution pathway in order to seek a listing date for WM. Young’s mantra for other cancer patients is to take charge of their life and to do their own research. He has been a cancer advocate since 2013 and is the team leader of WMozzies, a patient support organisation for WM. He also works with The Cancer Council, NSW Cancer Institute, The Leukaemia Foundation and Cancer Voices NSW. “I’m passionate about educating people about cancer and encouraging cancer patients to take responsibility for researching the latest information and treatments out there,”

Sharon Edwards’ husband appeals murder sentence THE man at the centre of a one of the Clarence Valley’s most high profile murder cases has appealed against his 14year jail sentence. Media reports say John Wallace Edwards, 65, who was convicted of the murder of his wife, Sharon Edwards in December 2019 and sentenced to 14 years jail, has appealed against the sentence. Last Wednesday Edwards’ legal team

argued the sentence was a miscarriage of justice, because the judge in the case had not properly presented the jury with a charge of manslaughter as an alternative verdict. Mrs Edwards disappeared after a night out in March 2015 and has not been seen since. Two years later her husband was charged with her murder, despite the body of the mother of three boys never being found.

During the threeweek trial in late 2019 the Crown case said Edwards became jealous of his estranged wife’s rekindled relationship with an old boyfriend. The Crown said he became enraged and killed her at home before dumping her body in the Lawrence area. Edward maintained his innocence throughout the trial and afterwards. On Wednesday barrister Mark Higgins,

representing Edwards, who appeared on video link from Lithgow Jail, told the Supreme Court Edwards deserved a retrial. He said the trial judge, Justice Robert Allan Hulme made an error in his summing up to the jury. The defence had asked that a charge of manslaughter be available to the jury as an alternative to a charge of murder.

The judge agreed, but Mr Higgins argued the judge did not give equal weight to the manslaughter judge compared to the charge of murder. The jury had asked for clarifications on this issue and received written information. Crown prosecutor Brett Hatfield said there had been no error at the trial and the appeal should be dismissed. He said the judge could

have given the jury more directions about a manslaughter charge, but it was not asked for them. The Crown said Edwards had told a number of lies about his wife’s disappearance, including not knowing his own whereabout on the night his wife disappeared. The case has been adjourned to a future date.

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Celebrating unsung heroes in everyday people among us HIGHLY-REGARDED photographer Craig Tuffin will exhibit a new series of works titled The Supers, on display at Tweed Regional Gallery from November 5 to May 1, 2022. Each photograph in the series tells a short story, which becomes a chapter in a larger novel that examines human potential. The exhibition seeks to depict those often unremembered faces of humanity as heroic versions of themselves. Included in the exhibition is a photograph Tuffin took of his then-pregnant wife during the first month of the Covid-19 outbreak in Australia. “The characteristic levels of expectation and anxiety that come with childbirth immediately transformed into fear,”

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powerful,” Ms Muddiman said. “The pandemic has taught us that it’s the everyday people who are the actual heroes, and this exhibition celebrates that.” Tuffin is an artist and educator living on the Tweed Coast. He has won numerous awards and has exhibited nationally and internationally. His work is held in the Getty Research Institute, the National Gallery of Australia, and the State Libraries of Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria. Join Tuffin in conversation with Ms Muddiman OAM on Friday, November 12 from 5.30pm (NSW). Bookings essential: https:// sunsetsessioncraigtuffin. eventbrite.com.au.

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Fears proposed residential tower will ‘obliterate’ neighbourhood’s amenity By Margaret Dekker A PROPOSED 104unit ‘monolithic’ development in the heart of old Tweed Heads is already proving devastating for local residents before it’s even built. Retired electrical designer Dennis Stevenson, whose balcony would end up only 12 metres west of the proposed development, said the 13-storey/40 metre high building with a span of 55 metres along 7-13 Pearl Street – complete with rooftop entertaining, a swimming pool and gym - is the wrong bulk and scale for the area. “It’s like a glassy Ayres Rock. We didn’t expect the size of what’s happening,” Mr Stevenson said. Mr Stevenson believes

The proposed development.

the proposal by Sydney developers, First Capital Finance Group, will be problematic from the start. He estimates excavation work alone will require deep removal of more than 20,000 cubic metres of soil for an intended two-level basement underground carpark and an additional two levels of car parks up into the

sloping site. “Pearl Street will just be a disaster during the construction period. We’re talking 2000-2500 truckloads probably every 15-minutes, over three months plus, just to excavate the site,” he said. Concerns have also been raised regarding the impact on an adjacent 20-unit building in

Thomson Street, and potential structural threat. The excavation encroaches to less than one metre of the property boundary at a depth of 15 metres, and there’s no talk of compensation if there is resultant structural failure. Mr Stevenson also questioned the myriad consequences of such a big build on a narrow street. It is only nine metres wide for two lanes of parking and two lanes of traffic. As a minimum, a CBD road (as this development is presented) requires a minimum of 3.5 metrewide lanes resulting in a road width of 14 metres. “It’s such an impractical type development for this area, it is just not suitable, architecturally it’s wrong, the size is wrong, the parking is wrong, the road size is

wrong, the amenity in the area is affected by it, we’ve got a school close by and a church close by that will be affected as well,” Mr Stevenson said as he also raised the possible need for a major sewage upgrade, to service an estimated 250 new residents. From his elevated apartment in the adjacent Bay Breeze building, there’s uninterrupted outlook, north, east and south. “Shadowing, yes we’ll virtually lose most of our sunlight in the morning and that’s the only sunlight we really get,” he said. And then there’s the potential loss of ‘that view.’ “Of course, everyone in the building doesn’t want it. We have a magnificent view at present, it will not be completely destroyed as we will

maintain the views towards the south, but for some on lower floors in the building, many of them retired, it will be completely devastating.” Unfortunately for residents of Bay Breeze apartments – two of whom have since listed their homes for sale - the site is zoned R3 Medium Density Residential with Tweed Shire Council, making it ripe for development, especially in a white-hot Tweed property market. Due to its $33 million estimated build cost, the development’s final approval now rests with the state Northern Regional Planning Panel. The NRPP is currently taking public submissions until November 1 about the development referred to only as ‘Tweed Heads’ by architect Tony Owen Partners.

Six teens charged following police pursuit near Iluka SIX people – including five teenagers – have been charged following a police pursuit. About 1.50pm Tuesday, October 19, officers from Coffs-Mid North Coast Traffic & Highway Patrol detected a stolen Kia Rondo travelling north along the Pacific Highway at Dirty Creek. Police attempted to stop the vehicle however the driver didn’t stop, and a pursuit was initiated. The Kia continued along the highway for

more than 100km, with the pursuit terminated and recommenced several times due to safety concerns, with police alleging the vehicle crossed to the wrong side of the road, with several items being thrown from the vehicle at police. Road spikes were successfully deployed at Iluka before the Kia came to a stop and collided with two marked police vehicles. Officers arrested six

people – five teenage boys aged between 13 and 18, and a 15-yearold girl. They were all taken to Grafton Police Station, where the 18-year-old Queensland man was charged with seven offences including police pursuit – not stop – drive recklessly, drive recklessly/furiously or speed/manner dangerous, drive motor vehicle during disqualification period, receive property stolen outside NSW,

part of body outside window/door (driver permit passenger), drive with four or more unrestrained passengers 16yrs or older and take and drive conveyance without consent of owner. He was refused bail to appear at Grafton Local Court on Wednesday, October 20. A 14-year-old boy was charged with be carried in conveyance taken without consent of owner, throw thing

onto road or into/onto vehicle on road, part of body outside window or door – passenger and passenger seatbelt not adjusted/fastened. A 15-year-old boy was charged with be carried in conveyance taken without consent of owner, throw thing onto road or into/onto vehicle on road and part of body outside window or door – passenger. The other two teenage boys – aged 13 and 14 – were charged with be

carried in conveyance taken without consent of owner. All four boys were refused bail to appear at a children’s court on Wednesday, October 20. The teenage girl was charged with be carried in conveyance taken without consent of owner and passenger seatbelt not adjusted/fastened. She was granted conditional bail to appear at a children’s court in December. Inquiries continue.

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IN BRIEF TEAM OF THE YEAR THE Byron Community Centre is delighted to congratulate our volunteer Management Committee for winning the 2021 NSW Volunteer Team of the Year (Northern Rivers). “It’s a great honour for the Byron Community Centre Management Committee to be chosen as the Northern Rivers Volunteer Team of the Year, especially after the chaotic two years we have all experienced,” president, Helen Hamilton said. “I have been extremely proud to lead this team for the past three years and witness their great achievements. Each member of our Management Committee is passionate, dedicated, and hardworking. We all thank you for this award and are grateful for the recognition.” TRAINING TOWER THE NSW SES Lismore City Unit has completed a training tower at the Lismore base. At 10m tall at the top platform, this tower will provide the unit, other SES units and other agencies the ability to train in Vertical Rescue and Rescue at Heights & Depths. Thanks go to McKeeco General Engineering, Les Armstrong excavation and demolition, Lismore City Council and the community. ARTISTS WANTED THE Northern Cooperative Meat Company is calling for Expression of interest from local Galibal artists. The Casino food co-op is currently working on a two-way cultural learning journey and are wanting to engage a local Bundjalung artist to create an artwork that will be utilised for their RAP plan and promotional material / uniforms, etc. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Dan Smith or Annabelle Toohey on 6662 2444 by 4pm, Friday, October 29.

Rail corridor reopens, reimagined By Margaret Dekker THE fences have come down at last along the Byron Bay rail corridor to reveal Byron Bay’s newest public park, the revamped Railway Corridor. The $1.2 million upgrade was officially opened last Saturday, featuring naturally landscaped spaces and walkways right in the heart of the iconic tourist town. “What has been achieved through this shared vision is a beautiful, functional public space with shady grassy areas, native gardens and plenty of seating plus boardwalks and pathways so you can now walk from the centre of town to the Butler Street transport precinct,” Michael Lyon, Byron Shire Council Mayor said. The distinctive ‘nativecoastal’ landscaping is the latest in a number of design projects delivered across Byron Bay by local landscape management group, Greenwood. Other features of the new-look rail corridor include water refill stations, lighting, a sculpture and heritage rail features and better access through Byron Lane. “Recent upgrades of the rail station building and rail infrastructure mean the whole corridor is now looking fantastic and I can’t wait for people to check it out and enjoy it,” Cr Lyon said. The corridor was first fenced off 17 years ago, after train services to and from the town ended in

Byron Bay’s new Railway Corridor park was officially opened on Saturday. ‘Memento Aestates’ by Giovanni Veronesis represents a pandanus nut and is ‘a love letter to Byron’ from the Brisbane sculptor. Photos: Allan Woodger

2004. “Thanks to council and the community’s vision to open up the corridor and revitalise the space for public use, we secured management of the site in 2018 and have been working with the Byron Masterplan Guidance Group on design and construction ever since,” he said. The upgraded rail corridor space runs along the railway line from Lawson St to the new Byron transit hub and provides better

connection between key sites in the town centre, including the new bus interchange, Railway Park and up to Lawson St, as well as connecting the Arts and Industrial Estate cycleway to the town centre. The corridor upgrade is another project from the Byron Bay Town Centre Masterplan and is a key step to achieving the ‘cars out, people in’ vision for the community. “We have been working very closely

in partnership with the NSW Government over the past few years to deliver over $40 million of infrastructure investment in this rail precinct,” Cr Lyon said.

“...We encourage the community to have a look through the shops, grab a bite to eat and take their picnic to the new space to soak it in.”

Telstra might need to phone a friend over facility A PROPOSED telecommunications facility recommended for approval by Lismore Council staff has been knocked back by councillors. Council received the development application for the Telstra facility, comprising a 35-metrehigh monopole, together with an equipment shelter, tree removal,

access track and associated works at 30 Crawford Road. Among their reasons for refusal, councillors stated they were concerned about the likely environmental impacts of the development on the koala population and the koala corridor in the area. Concerns were

also raised about the potential impact on sites of cultural significance for the traditional custodians. An Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessment was undertaken, which incorporated several site inspections and consultation with representatives of the Aboriginal community. The council report

stated the subject site was not a known Aboriginal place of heritage significance, however the location of the proposed facility was in close vicinity to a cemetery which contained Aboriginal graves. The DA was originally lodged in February last year. Following the public

exhibition of the proposed facility, 38 public submissions were received along with a 38-signature petition opposing the development. Many of the submissions voiced concerns regarding electromagnetic energy and 5G specifically.

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IN BRIEF MEETING SPACE IN SEPTEMBER, the Byron Community Centre provided 190 hours of free meeting space to community organisations worth $7657. Local groups and organisations include Liberation Larder Inc, Byron Youth Theatre, My Momentum, Social Futures and seniors activities such as choir, yoga and drumming. All meeting room hire at the Byron Community Centre supports our community services and programs. Book today by contacting Carl at rooms@byroncentre. com.au. More info: https://bit.ly/3gc4G3Y. LEARN NEW SKILLS RICHMOND Valley Council is calling for expressions of interest for apprenticeships, traineeships, and cadetships. You will be given the opportunity to learn new skills, gain a nationally recognised qualification and be mentored by long-standing council employees serving the local community. They are also interested to know who is going to university or another learning institution, and what will you be studying. After your first year of university, council may be able to offer a cadetship or similar. To apply for an apprenticeship or traineeship, go to https:// richmondvalleycouncil. applynow.net.au/jobs/ RVC373 or to apply for a cadetship, go to https:// richmondvalleycouncil. applynow.net.au/jobs/ RVC374. SCALED BACK DUE to the on-going Covid uncertainty, Tropical Fruits has announced the Aqueerious Rising 2021 New Year’s Festival will not be going ahead as planned. The Tropical Fruits New Year’s Festival is traditionally held over four to eight days. Tropical Fruits is hoping to host a smaller, more locally focused New Year’s event experience, with details yet to be revealed.

Cumulus Witchie brroombrrooms across sky Is it a bird, is it a plane? .. ‘Which’ is it exactly? That was the question pondered by creative commuters who looked up for inspiration while stuck in traffic at the Queensland border last week. With tongue in cheek, Tweed local ‘Jason’

who snapped this cryptic cumulus character, said he could make out ‘a witch’ in the fluffy white mass, flying south on the northerly wind. We’ll leave it up to readers of The Northern Rivers Times to caption the photo.

Supporting Covid-19 patients virtually AT THE time of writing, 111 cases of Covid-19 have been reported in the Northern NSW Local Health District and of those, two cases are in hospital with one in Intensive Care. Meanwhile, more than 100 patients in Northern NSW have been cared for under an enhanced community-based virtual care service which provides monitoring and clinical care for Covid19-positive residents who do not require admission to hospital. Known as the Northern NSW Virtual Covid Care Service, it allows medical staff and registered nurses to care for Covid-positive adults and children at home when it is clinically suitable and safe. Northern NSW Local Health District Acting Chief Executive Lynne Weir said the Virtual Covid Care service meant patients could stay in the comfort of their own homes, while having regular contact with their nursing and medical teams to ensure their illness is being managed well. “This enhanced service is specially tailored for Covid-19 patients, and

builds on the Hospital in the Home program, which had been previously providing home-based clinical monitoring for patients with Covid-19,” she said. “It provides escalation processes to recognise early deterioration, and clear communications between our clinicians, public health teams and local emergency services personnel should someone require a transfer to hospital at any point. We also have 24hour telephone support to give patients the peace of mind of having a direct line to our care team

when they need it.” Once a person is diagnosed with Covid-19, the virtual care team completes an assessment and puts a care plan in place. The initial assessment includes consideration of a patient’s health status, wellbeing and environmental needs, together with any social and family supports they may require. Respiratory Physician Dr Joe Duncan said patients could remain under the care of the service as long as necessary, or be admitted to hospital at any point

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FLOOD STUDY KYOGLE Council adopted the Bonalbo Flood Study at their recent meeting. The flood study had been on public exhibition for 28 days from the middle of August and only one submission was received. HALL VOLUNTEERS SUFFOLK Park Community Hall is looking for a bookings officer and secretary. Joining our community hall committees is a great way to be actively involved in keeping your local community hall thriving. Closing date is November 10. Please apply ASAP on the council website at byron. nsw.gov.au, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. MARKET DAY BYRON Shire Council is proposing to change the Railway Park Artisan Market Day from Saturday December 25 to the previous Friday, December 24. You can make a submission via council’s website at byron.nsw.gov. au by November 11.

RESIDENTS at Kyogle have been noticing an increase in hooning activity on their back streets. Locals have complained about a lack of police presence in the town and are asking for Kyogle Council to look at implementing speed bumps outside the daycare centre for safety. Kyogle Mayor Danielle Mulholland said she had raised the policing issues with the Superintendent previously. “As Casino is a 24hour police station, they ‘borrow’ from Kyogle,

Tabulam, Bonalbo and Woodenbong to ensure they have 24-hour policing,” she said. “That, of course, does not help us at all.” One resident said they had visited the police station to report the hooning last week, but the station was closed. “Our road is an accident waiting to happen for various reasons and yes, I reported some of those issues to council months ago with no response,” the resident said. Another resident reported hooning on Ettrick Road. “Usually at the end of the afternoon, just after knock-off time,” the

resident said. “They must earn a decent wage given the amount of rubber they leave on the road. “No point in reporting it. By the time police can reach the scene the petrolheads would be long gone.” Cr Mulholland said she would investigate what council could do to help fix the problem. “Another idea is to diarise for say a month what time the hoons turn up. I will pass that info on to the Lismore Super and out local police, so they know when and where to be,” she said.

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affected by water supply interruptions during the project.

SUBDIVISION STOPPED A RECISSION motion over the decision to knock back a 92lot subdivision in Goonellabah was defeated at the recent Lismore City Council meeting. The Platypus Park development proposed for 805 and 811 Ballina Road narrowly missed out on approval at the September council meeting with Mayor Vanessa Ekins using her casting vote to vote down the DA.

of their obligations to maintain their fence lines after recent accidents on Summerland Way involving black cattle. Cr Lindsay Passfield raised the issue at the last council meeting, saying there were at least two accidents he was aware of and he just wanted to see if there was any way to notify landholders that there was a problem. Council officers will draft an article for the November Community Newsletter to notify landholders.

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Naturalising stormwater drains By Tonia Dynan THE stormwater drains around Browns Creek will be naturalised as part of a project approved by Lismore City Council. The project involves the removal of the existing concrete stormwater drain that traverses Lismore Park from Brewster Street through to Uralba Street and reconstruction as a more natural watercourse. An amount of about $1.2 million is included in the Urban Stormwater Management Plan for the project. “When council commenced investigation and planning of the proposed Lismore park upgrades, it was identified that the Browns Creek project would potentially be an integral part of and significantly affected by whatever plans were

developed for the overall upgrade of the park,” the council report stated. “In developing the plans for Lismore Park, significant work was undertaken regarding the design of the naturalisation of Browns Creek, including a preliminary budget estimate of about $2.3 million. This estimate is now two years old and based around a preliminary design only. “Further work to develop and refine the design would be required to improve the accuracy and confidence in the cost estimate.” Councillors will have a workshop to discuss the timeline for the project, design options and a breakdown of construction and maintenance costs this financial year and the project will be included in the 2022/23 Operational Plan and budget.

Mayor Vanessa Ekins said the naturalisation project was an integral part of the Lismore Park masterplan for more than 10 years. “We’ve had many consultations in this room and out in the community and at markets, talking with the public about what they want to see, and the Browns Creek naturalisation is an absolute priority,” she said. “We’ve also been collecting funds to do this work in our stormwater management plan for more than 10 years. “We want to make sure it would keep going as a flood channel, it would work to cater for storm events and stormwater, but it would also be an attraction to the park and provide some opportunities for adventure play. “It may take quite a

few years to do that final designing and to find some other funding for it, but we know that we have significant support from our community for this project, but it will be up to the next council to identify money in the budget for those designs and to come up and finalise the actual designs we want to work to, but this council worked on this plan.” Cr Ekins said she was keen to see some action on the project. “We’ve got the funds, it’s in a prime location, it will really activate that space in a small park at the moment just sitting there with an empty concrete drain with shopping trolleys in it,” she said. “It’ll bring life, literally life to that area and I would really like to see something happen in this space.”

Petition gathers support across political spectrum By Tim Howard THE conservation group behind a petition calling for a moratorium on mining in the Clarence Valley debated in NSW Parliament earlier this month is excited at the publicity the debate attracted. On October 14, Member for Lismore Janelle Saffin presented the Clarence Catchment Alliance’s petition with almost 11,000 signatures to the NSW Legislative Assembly, calling for a ban on mineral mining and exploration in the Clarence River Catchment. Ms Saffin, Greens Member for Ballina Tamara Smith and the Shooters, Fishers and Farmers Member for Murray each spoke in favour of the ban. Against the proposal were Nationals Member for Clarence Chris Gulaptis, leader and deputy premier Paul Toole and Dubbo MP Dugald Saunders. Alliance co-ordinator Shae Fleming said getting the petition into parliament had been a

major achievement. “It was an exciting and proud moment for the CCA and the community, having worked so hard to get it there,” Ms Fleming said. “It was wonderful to watch Janelle Saffin speak so locally passionate from a true Northern Rivers perspective. “It was a special moment too when community members and groups were formally acknowledged by Tamara Smith for working alongside each other to protect our home and collect the signatures required.” She said it was important organisations like the alliance, the Clarence Environment Centre, Valley Watch, traditional owners – Yaegl, Bundjalung and Gumbaynggirr peoples – the Clarence Valley and greater Northern Rivers communities and The Clarence Valley Council and neighbouring LGA councils were all mentioned. “To have Helen Dalton bridge our concerns with her knowledge and

evidence from years of advocating for water security and river health from the Murray Darling solidified the argument,” Ms Fleming said. The petition called for: • The addition of the Clarence Catchment to Schedule 1 of the NSW State Environmental Planning Policy (Mining, Petroleum Production and Extractive Industries) 2007 so that mineral mining and mining exploration is formally listed as prohibited development within the LGA and surrounding areas that feed our water source. • amendments to the NSW Mining Act 1992 to exclude mining from areas of unique and high conservation value, from water catchment areas, and in areas of cultural significance, such as those here in our area. • the cancellation of the 40+ existing Exploratory Licences (ELs) within the Clarence Catchment. • the recognition of the Clarence Valley’s high conservation value, the importance of the area for threatened species and ecological

communities, such as the Eastern Freshwater Cod and Koala, and the cultural, social, and economic significance of our river systems on which the proposed mines sit. During the debate Mr Gulaptis praised the alliance for its work in getting the petition together, but was critical of the idea of a total ban on mining. “That’s a blanket refusal to extract from the ground the resources we need in our everyday lives,” he said. Mr Gulaptis said mining could degrade environments, but at this stage there weren’t concrete proposals to mine in the region. “We don’t what’s to be extracted, how it’s to be extracted, how damage to the environment will be mitigated, what traffics will be generated, how many jobs will be created, what benefits there are, whether there has been consultation with the community or if the proponent has a social licence,” he said. “There are many such questions that remain

unanswered until a development application is lodged. Every development has the right to be considered on its own merits.” The debate attracted the attention of local decision makers like Clarence Valley councillor and ecologist Dr Greg Clancy. “I am very happy with the outcome of the petition debate which saw Janelle Saffin, Labor, Tamara Smith, Greens, and Helen Dalton, Shooters, Fishers and Farmers, speak in a very informed and passionate manner while the three National Party speakers, the local member, the Deputy Premier and the Member for Dubbo, repeated the usual National Party, political spin,” he said. “Chris Gulaptis is clearly out of touch with his electorate.” Ms Dalton said it was vital to protect water catchments from the effects of mining. “It was inspiring to see the energy and enthusiasm of so many people coming together to defend our most

precious resource,” she said. “For me, it was always a no-brainer. Farming that has supported communities for generations and can support them for many more? Or the sugar-hit of a mine that will put those communities at risk? “We do need mines and minerals, but these must never put at risk the water we rely on for literally everything else. “This petition and debate proved that the people of the Clarence understand the basic truth of this land -- that water is more precious than gold.” Ms Fleming said the petition had attracted support from across the political spectrum. “We have support from the Shooters Farmers and Fishers Party and even the Liberal Party,” Ms Fleming said. “Liberal MLC Catherine Cusack was originally going to deliver the petition, but we decided it was a better option have it debated in the Lower House.”

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SIMPLYCLEAN NAMED BUSINESS OF THE YEAR

BUSINESS NSW is pleased to announce the winners of the 2021 Northern Rivers Business Awards. Lismore-based and family owned company SimplyClean was named Northern Rivers 2021 Business of the Year at a ceremony held online in front of more than 200 local business leaders on Saturday evening. The independent judges praised SimplyClean for their passion and commitment to business excellence and for their quality product, service delivery and people. “Our regional economy thrives because of businesses like SimplyClean, who are focussed on sustainable growth, grounded in innovation, ethical practices and a commitment to employing and skilling locals,” said Jane Laverty, Regional Manager – Northern Rivers, Business NSW. Commenting on their win, Huw Jones and Becky Thompson, founders and directors, of SimplyClean said. “To be named Northern Rivers 2021 Business of the Year, in the company of so many outstanding businesses, is a real achievement for our team. To say we are delighted is an understatement. We obviously couldn’t have done this without the hard work and dedication of each and every one of our team members. “The continuous effort

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they make in ensuring we achieve excellence in quality, product and service is second to none. “Navigating the last few years has not been easy, however with a great team we have been able to go from strength to strength. “Their dedication to the business as well as the support they give to each other is inspiring, and for that, we say thank you.” Mrs Laverty said the Northern Rivers Business Awards were all about celebrating and showcasing the diverse array of talent in the Northern Rivers business community. “This year’s winners should feel incredibly proud to be named as the region’s leading businesses and leaders for 2021,” she said. “It’s been an incredibly tough number of years for many businesses due to Covid, drought, flood, bushfires and flood, so these awards are a wonderful opportunity to shine a spotlight on the ingenuity, strength and resilience of all

the finalists from right across the region. “When we launched these Awards earlier in the year, we hadn’t expected we would be dealing with the current restrictions. We pivoted online and delivered a fun program for our regional finalists; each received an amazing Finalist Cheer Box full of local produce and treats from Northern Rivers Provedore.” The evening was produced by North Coast Events. “Our sponsors made the night possible and received heartfelt gratitude from everyone involved,” Mrs Laverty said. Winners of the 2021 Northern Rivers Business Awards, will now represent the region at the State Business Awards to be held in late November. “Based on the calibre of this year’s finalists, I expect that our regional winners will again do very well at the State Business Awards,” Mrs Laverty said.

Excellence in Tourism & Visitor Experience: Potager, Tweed

Outstanding Employee: Angela Bontea, CASPA, Lismore

Excellence in Business: NORCO Cooperative, Lismore

Excellence Retail & Professional Services: Lazuli & Co, Lismore

Outstanding Young Business Leader: Levi Loughlan, Herne’s Security, Lismore

Excellence in Sustainability: Santos Organics, Byron

Excellence in Business & Professional Services: Wild Honey Creative, Kyogle

Outstanding Business Leader: Diana Scott, Frontier Pets, Richmond Valley

Excellence in Agriculture & Primary Industries: Serendip Plantation, Ballina

Excellence in Innovation: Fliteboard, Byron

Excellence in Trade, Construction & Manufacturing: SimplyClean, Lismore Excellence in Health, Care & Wellness Industries: Airphysio, Tweed

Outstanding Start Up: The Myrtle Trading Co, Ballina

Excellence in Export: Ozganics Australia, Tweed Employer of Choice: Connect Business Solutions, Kyogle Outstanding Community Organisation: Friends of the Koala, Lismore

Excellence in Micro Business: Tweed Real Food, Tweed

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LINK If totally missing the point was a sport, G. MacDonald (NRT 21/10) has had a stunning PB. No, I am not at odds with the BOM, nor am I in need of a medicated nap, simply because: 1. The BOM is well aware that data from a single tidal gauge has serious limitations in determining sea level rise. 2. Through its Baseline Monitoring Project the BOM confirms that SLR is 20cm. and that the rate of rise is accelerating (presently at more than 3mm/annum). Even our precious potshotter from Pimlico can check this out via the BOM’s ‘Climate Report

in a short letter to produce evidence to support this view but to mention the ABC is not being biased because they have had on panels conservatives such as Joyce, Turnbull, Alan Jones, Greg Sheridan etc. doesn’t indicate they are not biased. Of course, they must interview the other side and include the odd conservative on Q&A, Insiders, or the Drum but my point was where are the conservative presenters, producers, or editors? I believe it was Ita who made the comment “I certainly hadn’t thought that Andrew Bolt would be a good fit for the ABC”. Mr Bolt has, on a number of occasions, expressed his willingness to facilitate one of the ABC political panels. Australia may be politically diverse, but the same cannot be said for the ABC. They are fixated on progressive social issues such as gender diversity, discrimination, climate change, gay rights and asylum seekers, but where is the diversity in politics. Diversity is diversity of opinion – this is what we do not get from the ABC. Leigh Sales pretended at one time that “there may be some conservatives at the ABC” but was certainly shot down when Barry Cassidy warned that to have any would be “dangerous”. I totally agree with L Clarke that we need an ABC particularly reporting disasters such as floods and bushfires. They are exemplary in such situations as they have the reach and the capacity which is often not afforded to the commercial media. I believe the problem for the ABC is the majority of the staff work in the enclaves of Ultimo in Sydney and Southbank in Melbourne with the same world view and fixated on progressive social issues, but the fatal flaw is that no

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ELUSIVE EVIDENCE In reply to letters NRT 21/10/21. Mr McGuiness and Mr Strong, once again lots of name calling and little substance. Are you capable of putting aside the alarmist, misleading and questionable rhetoric to explain to all of us Neolithic climate deniers, flat earthers and right-wing nutters (your words) that enjoy a prosperous life due to the consistent supply of cheap energy provided by the plentiful supply of coal to fire power stations, the following questions? How many degrees Celsius will the Earth cool if we stop using fossil fuels now? how will baseload power be maintained during still or rainy days? how many dollars extra per year are you willing to pay to support unreliable renewable power sources? What do you think the answer would be if you asked someone in Canada or Russia if they would like their country to be three degrees warmer? how much more food would be produced each year with a warmer climate? do you support the building of nuclear power plants? Are you aware the planet is experiencing abundant expansion of plant life growth in many countries? If you want to dispose of coal and don’t want nuclear, welcome to poverty, no manufacturing, no jobs, no economy. I am sure many readers will look forward to your reply’s, however

2020’ and we are so well aware that the BOM depends on empirical evidence! The good people of Byron would be so relieved that their devastation is just natural - what a joke! Up until the seventies, Clarke’s, Stewey’s, and Main beaches happily survived natural cycles of erosion and replenishment. Since the eighties erosion has outstripped replenishment - first the fore-dunes disappeared, then the hind-dunes were seriously compromised and in the latest 20-21 events mature coastal vegetation including whole trees tumbled into the sea - hard to see this being magically replaced by the sand coming round The Pass! No! - Byron’s plight is exactly what you get when high tide storm surges sit atop a 20cm SLR. Now our correspondent from Pimlico is pleading respect - calling someone ignorant is streets away from labelling one ignorant of the facts - I would never use the former but the latter remains absolutely appropriate. Ted Strong Seelands

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overseas travel going again. Some agree especially for Christmas travel, and some don’t for fear of the virus spreading. It also looks like Dominic’s views helped stall the euthanasia and assisted dying bill that was debated in parliament this past week. Word has it that it has been sent to the upper house to vote on in February 2022. The other thing happening to the elderly is that they may be the first to have a third vaccination for covid as the authorities are realizing that the vaccinations are wearing off. We aren’t allowed to have too many antibiotics due to overuse and now they want to push another vax onto society starting with the elderly. Israel, UK, and a few other countries now have to get a third vax. When is all this going to end? Also, police and military have been sent to vaccinate our indigenous people. Our govts have already failed them years ago with ‘The Stolen Generation’ and now if this fails will they ever trust us again? The Nuremberg Code says that vaccinations cannot be forced onto anyone, but we have people laid off work and in some states businesses will be fined $5000/day if they employ anyone unvaccinated. Yet the virus is not as deadly as other causes of death if you look at the World Death Odometers. In fact, it looks like it has taken the place of influenza. Lynette Evans Numulgi

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LETTERS, FEEDBACK AND OPINION one is actually in charge. Just look at the hatchet job on two conversative cabinet ministers undertaken recently by Four Corners, both the Chairman and the Managing Director abdicated all responsibility. Regarding the Murdoch press campaign against Julia Gillard, this cannot be compared to the ABC campaign against the Morrison Government. The Murdoch press is a privately funded organization and has every right to run a political campaign but the ABC is tax payer funded and has a charter to be impartial and unbiased. Maybe we need to consider a subscription service ABC like that being considered in the UK for the BBC. Joff Johnson Cumbalum OPINION What has happened to this generous, caring, humane country that our politicians keep telling us about? We stopped asylum seekers coming to us by boat because we said we did not want them to die at sea. Many of those who managed to survive we have locked up for more than eight years with little or no hope for the future. We fought in Afghanistan to free the people from a tyrannical government and having failed have simply walked out. Now we are told there are 100 000 applications for visas, and we offer 3000 places. What has not been made clear is that those places are out of our annual 13000 places for humanitarian reasons. In other words, we are robbing Peter to pay Paul. Does that show generosity and caring? That sounds like selfishness to me. John Edwards Ballina PHONE SCAMS Possibly other readers are receiving strange messages

related to (for example) packages unable to be delivered etc and phone calls of various types asking you to contact the BLUE address quoted. I am receiving two or three a week in this regard, all of which I delete instantly, especially those with a number which starts with the numerals 61. This generally indicates that the origin is overseas. We all have to cope with in these difficult times so BE AWARE folks. Peter WALTERS Ballina STUDENTS CLIMATE ACTION In 14/10/21 Northern Rivers Times you reported on the upcoming ‘Students set to strike for climate action’. We applaud their action. In our youth most of us became more socially aware and idealistic about issues at home, or in the local region or nationally and or world-wide. It is hard to translate idealism into effective action to help bring about change or reform. In Covid 19 times these students from many northern rivers schools met ‘virtually’ last Friday and voiced their opinions on line. They arranged question and answer Zoom type interaction with appropriate speakers. Ably led by two teenage chairpersons. How good is that! They spent an hour and half in solidarity for such an important issue as the need for climate action. You could say they have done more about this issue than many of our political leaders! They were on top of so many of the ideas and plans on how to overcome negatives, and what needs to be carried out to help save our earth as well as benefitting humankind. Good responsible action and democracy in action. B. and B. Campey

Alstonville SYSTEMIC TRECHERY Most politicians do it for all the right reasons; however, a politician sometimes emerges who seems hellbent on causing as much mayhem, divisiveness, obstructionism, chaos, pain, suffering, embarrassment, and outright incompetence as is physically and mentally possible. There is one National Party politician- who ticks all these boxes, and after a decade of wrecking everything that gets in his way and shamelessly destroying any worthwhile attempt at dealing with the climate emergencyhas finally been dragged kicking and screaming to accept a net-zero emissions target by 2050- give us a break! Before we start congratulating these irresponsible clowns, just consider the $billions this wrecking-ball and his obstructionist Coalition mates have cost this country, along with all the lost opportunities. How can we possibly respect, or take seriously, people who behave so badly? The Labor Party; the Greens; the majority of cross-benches; the majority of Liberals; “part” of the National Party; the “missing in action” PM; the National Farmers Federation; all of the States; the Business community; the Scientific community; the vast majority of Australian’s, (obviously excluding G MacDonald), who don’t watch Sky News after dark; and the rest of the known World, have all been demanding a net-zero emissions target by 2050, for most of that lost decade People of New England, you have the power to stop this insanity, you must have more intelligent, adept politicians than this coal-fired Neanderthal. Please stop inflicting this

punishment and outright embarrassment on the rest of Australia; we can do so much better. Keith Duncan Pimlico WHEN IN ROME During this pandemic one thing that really has peeved me is the amount of Victorian and Queenslanders keeping their rego plates after moving to the north coast to escape lockdown or to buy into the area. This has caused lots of anxiety not just for me but I’m sure others when you here of lockdowns in Victoria or Queensland then you see cars with these plates on. Furthermore, I know the reason why they do this because they don’t have to have a pink slip every rego check they just pay their money many of these cars could be death traps and unroadworthy also plus their ripping off the NSW government and NSW road users who have to pay more for these free loaders. When in Rome do as the Romans do and blend I. And be part of the community you so love and not be tight asses. Don’t worry we will still know your Victorian or a Queenslander as you say caaastle not castle and Queenslanders say a after everything and wear stubbies and double plugger thongs even in winter you know NSW is the best state that’s why your here instead of cold Victoria or blazing hot humid Queensland. It’s a pity we don’t. Have an Australia plate then we could go to each other’s state and not know the difference till then blend in and when in Rome do as the Romans do and change your plates. Alan Mosley Yamba

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The wonder of words by Nigel Dawe

THE swashbuckling writer and big-game hunter, Ernest Hemingway once said: “All my life I’ve looked at words as though I were seeing them for the first time.” Which is a turn-of-phrase that reflects my own fascination with the human being’s ability to communicate verbally and convey thoughts in such a way as to leave all lifeforms in our expressive wake. Incredibly, it is estimated that the English language (which is considered the most word-stacked language on earth) currently uses over 171,000 words, give, or take the 47,000 that are now considered obsolete. By comparison, the language with the least number of terms to ‘draw upon’, is Takitaki, a South American language that apparently comprises a mere 340 words. Which makes you wonder, in what language would you be most lost for words, when all you want is to best express your thoughts – English or Taki-taki? Ironically, it could well be a case of the less said the better, but with ‘that said’, the Nobel prize-winning author, Joseph Brodsky once aptly mentioned: “What is important is not what language a person speaks but what they say.” On the topic of what we are able to say (and accurately mean) it is fascinating, the number of words that we no longer use, or even recognise as having once been in use. A few of my personal favourites are, ‘snollyguster’ (a person, especially politicians, that are guided by personal advantage as opposed to sound principles); ‘ultracrepidarian’ (someone who gives their opinion on matters they have no knowledge

of); ‘barbigerous’ (characterised by having a beard); not to mention the wonderfully evocative term ‘throttlebottom’ (for a dishonest public official). Additional honorary reference to ‘librocubularist’ (one who reads in bed); ‘scurryfunge’ (the hasty act of cleaning before a guest arrives); ‘uglyography’ (poor handwriting); ‘chork’ (the act of making a noise with shoes when you walk in them full of water); ‘crapulence’ (to be hungover); and last but not least, if I dare say – in ‘bringing up the rear’, is the ‘callipygian’ (one who has a nice backside). ‘Forgotten’ words aside, readily used words of exotic origin are equally fascinating. Scholars of the ancient language Sanskrit (which some consider to be the oldest and most diverse language in the world) suggest there are anywhere between 500,000 to 10 million words in its cache of terms (as such, there are over 100 synonyms alone for the word elephant in Sanskrit). Relatedly, everyday words like cheetah, bandana, sugar, thug, deva, mantra, loot, and even the word ‘mother’ originates from this incredibly ancient form of expressed thought. Apt then, the man who perhaps had the most expansive grasp of language in modern times, Winston Churchill, once said: “The greatest tie of all is language…Words are the only things that last for ever…the bridges rust, the canals fill up, grass covers the railway track; but words spoken two or three thousand years ago remain with us now, not as mere relics of the past, but with all their pristine vital force.”

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Halloween Queen, spooky since 1994 By Margaret Dekker MEET Deslee Barker, mild-mannered Pottsville check-out operator by morning who eagerly turns heterochromiaeyed Halloween fanatic by early afternoon, or any chance she gets! This self-proclaimed ‘Halloween Queen’ lives and breathes all things spooky and October is without doubt her favourite month of the year, and October 31 a hallowed date. It’s Halloween, finally! But in Deslee’s green and red eyes, it’s “Halloween Forever.” She’s even got the mantra, complete with ghoulish-faced pumpkin, tattooed on her left forearm as a constant nod to her passion for the otherworld. “It’s just fun and weird and strange and I just love it because it makes everybody really happy,” Deslee Barker said. What started almost 30 years ago as basic Halloween bunting at her and sister Mychelle’s ‘Fish and Chicks’ takeaway in Murwillumbah, “I’ve still got those signs and those bats which I put up every year,” has by 2021 turned into something bigger. Much bigger. “And then I started having a few kids come around and go trick or treat and they’d go ‘wow, look at your house,’ and then it just went mental,” Deslee laughed. Entering the front door of her unassuming Black Rocks home and the squeals of shock and delight (from this lightweight journalist, that is) are real because wall to wall, ceiling to floor and room by room there are spiders, webs, skulls, heads, hacked limbs and greying feet poking out of carpet rolls, bats, red balloons and dripping fake blood, even deceased relative’s teeth and a son’s wisdom tooth! And old photos, really creepy ones .. Lights appear where

you least expect and talking, severed plastic heads yap on approach, just like the skeletal hand that snaps, fending off anyone who dares approach the lolly jar. Of course, there’s a trophy in the loaded cabinet for ‘Best Costume.’ And there’s the collection of Stephen King books. All 65 of them and counting. Inspiration for this year’s theme including gory effects like ‘redruM’ spilling in fake blood down the bathroom wall (Murder spelled backwards, you see.) Each year, the motherof-two spends her time - and recreation budget, “I don’t want to know” – dreaming-up, planning and creating yet another ghoulish world to delight more than 850 local ghouls who typically pass through her open door come late October. She religiously takes three weeks’ annual leave just to finalise festivities, with work promptly starting on August 1, each year. “Nobody else did it when I first started, but now people say ‘are you the one responsible for bringing Halloween to Pottsville? And I say ‘yep’ that was me, and I’m glad I did, it’s a lot of fun,” the Halloween Queen said. This 55-year old’s face lights up as she recalls the years and themes; Monsters Ball, “and I was a monster made of monsters, like Frankenstein’s Monster, so I was part-devil, partvampire, part-zombie and I wanted a pretty blonde bit so that was Regina George from Mean Girls, yeah it was really cool,” Deslee muses. Blood Fest, Day of the Dead - “it was the prettiest year,” The Asylum - “everything was white and beige, and I was given anonymously all these old hospital gowns which was grrrreat,” The Walking Dead with zombies off the ceiling, Clowns,

Funhouse, Dracula, Hunger Games, even just plain ole Halloween, complete with giant witch’s tree .. Deslee’s already dreaming up Pirates World for next year, complete with “a bucket of blood.” Yes folks, Deslee is the real deal. “With Halloween I find more-is-more, that’s how I look at it, more is more!” As introductions begin, to the bodies. There’s Grace, Baldrick, Bob the Skeleton and Jessica “she was gorgeous in her first year,” Sybil and Pennywise, even Julio the Day-of-the-Dead skeleton, all part of this dark but delightfully terrifying trove. And that’s just the loungeroom. Swiping through old photos, it becomes frighteningly clear the toilet and bathroom compete annually for goriest space in the house, invariably as a chopping room or slash scene. “I just have to show you that too, the body in the bath, see, just simple, hee hee,” Deslee cackles. “Yeah, I love living in a haunted house.” True to her word, every day this week leading up to Sunday’s main event - this year, as a ‘Shining Twin’ complete with blue dress - Deslee will don a new shocking-do and take to the sleepy streets of Pottsville with the aim to spook, and confront. “The dress-up thing I love, I could go down the street every day dressed up because it just makes people smile.” But with looming Covid-19 restrictions, this is the first year in more than a decade they can’t come to the ‘haunted house.’ So instead Deslee’s opening her creaky front door to readers of The Northern Rivers Times as a new way of sharing her passion .. and this truly indescribable gift. “The one thing that is actually going to make you happy is giving, that is it,” Deslee said.

Keep your little ghouls safe this Halloween POLICE have issued a timely warning to little ghouls, goblins and witches who are out trick or treating this week that there’s safety in numbers, which means being accompanied by an adult or two. “If you and your spooky squad are planning on trick or treating, it’s a good idea to have a larger monster with you. Even better, get a large group

of ghouls together,” Senior Sergeant Robyn Graves of the Graveyard Shift Patrol Unit, Queensland Police said. “There are also real-life dangers that we want people to be mindful of,” she shrieked. Never enter a stranger’s house, even if you have knocked on their door; be mindful of hard-to-see in the dark black clothing; look out for cars on

the street; dogs; and a warning to adults to refrain from intimidating or anti-social behaviour, especially if under the influence of alcohol. “And remember – if someone has a “No trick or treaters” sign outside their house, make sure you steer clear,” Snr Sgt Robyn Graves said, with a cackle.

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Our Kids Virtual Melbourne Cup ON TUESDAY, November 2, Our Kids is giving people a great excuse to frock up, suit up and don a fascinator, buy raffle tickets and celebrate, with the annual Melbourne Cup Luncheon going virtual once again. “This year has been a mixed bag for everyone, and we have all had to make changes so we can continue to help our community,” Rebekka Battista, Our Kids Fundraising Coordinator said. There are many prizes to be won, including a $1200 white gold aquamarine and diamond ring donated by Fairmarket Lismore Antique Centre, luxury penthouse accommodation donated

by Beach Suites Byron Bay, a GHD Hairdryer donated by Winks Hairdressing and much more. There are several ways you can play a part and support local charity, Our Kids, on Melbourne Cup Day: 1. Host your own Melbourne Cup function at home, at your workplace or support a local restaurant in the name of Our Kids. Please register via the website below to let Our Kids know what you are doing. 2. Register to don a fascinator for Our Kids on November 2 and take a photo #ourkids_lismore 3. Buy raffle tickets via the website 4. Join the Our Kids Melbourne Cup

Facebook group and let Our Kids know what you are doing, and post pictures to be in the running for some wonderful prizes. To register your function or wear a fascinator on November 2 and buy raffle tickets, head to the Our Kids Melbourne Cup website https://our-kidsmelbourne-cup-2021. raisely.com. “Hosting the Melbourne Cup Luncheon this way will allow people the opportunity to still gather within the current restrictions, have fun and help sick kids stay local when needing medical care,” Rebekka said. For more information, please contact Our Kids on 6620 2705.

MINISTER REVEALS EXTENT OF STAFF

CUTS AT MURWILLUMBAH MEGA SCHOOL THE proposed merger of four schools in Murwillumbah will result in the loss of at least 19 teaching positions, according to Education Minister Sarah Mitchell, the first time she has revealed the extent of staff cuts associated with the project. Ms Mitchell told NSW Parliament Upper House Question Time last Tuesday: “Staffing projections based on 2020 enrolment numbers indicate that, when combined, there would be 3.42 fewer teaching service positions and 1.262 fewer school administrative and support staff [SASS] positions in the primary school, and 15.5 fewer teaching service positions and 3.082 fewer SASS positions in the secondary setting.” (Source: Hansard) Teachers Federation Deputy President Henry Rajendra said the loss of so many teaching positions in the newly merged super school would limit the number of subjects able to be offered, increase class sizes and result in a greater workload for already overworked teachers. A year ago, Ms Mitchell told Parliament: “At its

very core this project has the intention to deliver world-class, future focused, innovative learning spaces for the students of Murwillumbah and is the first of its kind in regional New South Wales.” (Source: Hansard, November 11, 2020) Mr Rajendra said: “If indeed it is the first of its kind in regional NSW, then it should set a higher standard so that every student has access to the full curriculum and more one-to-one attention.” He said it had taken Ms Mitchell almost a year to tell the community in Murwillumbah that this building project would have the net effect of reducing the numbers of teaching positions in the merged mega school. “We are determined to hold the NSW Government to account on this project and make sure the community of Murwillumbah knows the full extent of the downgrading of education services being proposed,” he said. “Fewer teachers do not equate to better educational outcomes for students and parents in Murwillumbah. “At the very least, based

on the current staffing levels, we estimate the new school will lose a classroom teacher, two assistant principals, a principal and a reduction in teacher-librarian staff at the primary level. “The new high school will lose classroom teachers, head teachers, a careers adviser, a teacherlibrarian and a principal position. An overall cut of 20 per cent.” “The union has repeatedly called on the Department to stop the staffing cuts to no avail. “If the government insists on a mega school, it is unacceptable the community loses the advantages of smaller schools and also lose teaching staff.” Mr Rajendra said the Education Minister’s comments should sound a warning to parents and teachers across regional NSW because Ms Mitchell is on the record saying the Murwillumbah model would be replicated elsewhere across the state. “This is a model designed to cut costs and force students into larger mega schools with fewer staff and reduced curriculum offerings for students.”

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Roll out the green carpet By Margaret Dekker AFTER three months’ delay due to Covid-19 school shutdowns, the 2021 Green Innovation Awards presentation day is finally back – and local students couldn’t be more ‘pumped.’ Awards founder, Dr Bridie Cullinane (chiropracter) said students are super excited to be back in education and the upcoming awards ceremony is ‘that something positive’ to get students fired up again. “Students are still pumped to share their ideas with everyone, not only amongst other entrants in the Green Innovation competition, but with the community,” Dr Cullinane said. Five finalists from 20 participating schools across the Northern Rivers have been shortlisted for the 2021 Green Innovation Award. They are: Bexhill Public

School, Tregeagle Public School, Goolmangar Public School, Empire Vale Public School and St Ambrose Catholic School in Pottsville. Each school has spent the year working on a ‘sustainable innovation’ from categories ranging from agriculture and sustainable land management to biofuels and renewable energy, green products and recycling, water management, and waste management. Dr Cullinane said Bexhill Public School was shortlisted for its green approach to the age-old problem of ‘busting mozzies.’ Students were asked how they could reduce the number of mosquitos in the school playground and came up with an innovative strategy that can also be deployed at home. It’s a system that not only busts mozzie plagues, but also - and remarkably from young minds - busts common myths and conceptions

about how to get rid of mosquitos. “The students have really done a huge amount of work to come up with an instructional video .. and it’s so sweet and endearing the way that they’ve done it, a case of science-meetstheatre with students also singing and dancing to get their mozzie-busting moves across,” Dr Cullinane said. So impressive are the moves, various Northern Rivers councils are now considering using the mosquito strategies. “For young people who are passionate about the environment and innovation, there’s never been a better time for them to be alive,” Dr Cullinane said. “Everyone is looking for answers to environmental problems and when they come up solutions and are listened to, it’s really inspirational.” Dr Cullinane said reducing carbon emissions to help stem

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laughed. To attend, guests will need to register first by going to www. greeninnovationawards. com.au and follow the prompts. Rely on young minds, to learn how to remove those pesky mozzies safely from your home, now and and well into the future. The Awards Presentation event is on Wednesday, November

3, 12.30pm-1.30pm NSW time. “It’s been a challenge to cut the typically daylong Awards Presentation Day down to an hour, but it’s going to be one hour-of-power, definitely a rich and memorable learning experience,” Dr Cullinane said. *The Northern Rivers Times is a proud sponsor of the annual Green Innovation Awards, now in their fourth year.

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New aged care and community service is a pearler AS THE population of Australia ages, the need for more quality aged care and community services is becoming apparent. Qualified registered nurses, husband and wife team, Peter and Jennifer Frendin have heard that need and in response have established Pearl Home Care North Coast NSW, based in Ballina. “(Jenn) and I decided we could make a real difference in this sector due to our experience,” said Peter. “We’ve worked all over Australia and overseas in healthcare and community-based services so you get to know what makes a really, good service.” Between them the couple has 80 odd years of nursing experience and when they had the opportunity to move back to where Jenn was born and her family still live, they agreed this was the area perfect for them to start their business. “We didn’t want to be just like another home care provider” said Peter. “With aged care

being such a demand industry and in light of the Royal Commission (into Aged Care), it highlighted a need for change and increased clinical leadership in the sector (separate these two words).

“We are offering, first and foremost, contact with a registered nurse. “We will be the ones to see and assess all new clients. The buck will stop with us.” Peter and Jenn said they would be concentrating on Ballina

and surrounding areas to start with, ensuring they establish their services and surround themselves with quality staff. “We are looking for people who are committed to making a real difference and be part

of the development of our company,” said Peter. “We want staff who are willing to suggest changes to the way we do things if it is going to benefit our clients. We want staff to feel they belong to, and can contribute to, the growth of our company.” Through Pearl Home Care, Peter and Jenn are looking forward to supporting people to help them live in their own home, to help them ‘age in their place’. “This will include services such as, assistance with social connections and activities for daily living, transport, cleaning and home garden maintenance, and of course specialised Nursing care where needed.” said Peter. “We will also provide post hospital support and will be expanding our services to meet the needs of the community as we grow as a company. “In time we’d like to get involved in speciality areas such as mental health, drug and alcohol and palliative care, as well as working closely with other providers and

NGO’s in the health and human services sector” said Jenn. “There are some real gaps there.” Jenn’s mum, 87-yearold Hazel Clough, is not only their biggest fan and advisor, but Hazel is well aware of the needs and wants of the ageing population in this area and Hazel is determined that her experiences and that of her friends, will help influence how this new company evolves. “We have a long list of providers and other stakeholders we are going to meet with and hopefully by working together will be able to close some of the existing service gaps,” said Peter. “We want to get client advisory groups up and running so we are constantly informed with their thoughts and views.” Watch out for Pearl Home Care’s launch at Ballina Fair on November 4-6 where they will be meeting with people to hear their views and share information on this exciting new company.

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From hang out to world class skatepark WORK on converting the Yamba Skate Park from a local hang out to a world class facility will begin next month. The Yamba Skate Working Crew and the local skating community can’t wait to being celebrating the impending construction of the new Yamba skatepark, which will see it go from a local hangout to an exciting, world-class facility. Made up of Clarence Valley Council representatives, community members and skaters, the committee was established in 2020 to finalise the design of the skatepark. Their aim was not only

to reinvigorate the space, but it was also to create a design generated from the heart and soul of the community. Crew member Angela Lagos-Jay said the crew worked tirelessly to help deliver the project for the community of Yamba and the Clarence Valley. “I’m so proud of this team, for all the work we did engaging with the skaters, local businesses and council to get this project happening for our town,” Ms Lagos-Jay said. “During our weekly meeting at Blanc Space we listened to what the community wants, and I can’t wait to celebrate with everyone when the

skatepark is opened in mid-2021.” Work to expand the existing skatepark from a local hangout to an exciting, world-class facility will start in mid November. Clarence Valley Council manager for open spaces and facilities Peter Birch said the community had been instrumental in getting this project off the ground. “This upgrade has been made possible by the passion and dedication of community members that brought the project to life,” Mr Birch said. “The Yamba skatepark is to be a one-of-a-kind facility in the Northern Rivers, offering young

people the opportunity to develop advanced skill levels in the skate bowl. “The new park will be the envy of the region, a dynamic and youthful addition to the Yamba CBD.” The skatepark was designed in consultation with the community. The centrepiece is a large clover bowl with a super advanced 3m deep end. It will be the key attraction as it offers corners and flow lines that compliment the existing pipes. Anyone who is interested in the project as it unfolds can follow the crew on Instagram at @Yambask8park.

BEST TEACHERS JOIN FASTSTREAM TO THE BUSH THE first 50 participants in a new elite program for the best graduates and early career teachers have been selected and matched with their new schools for the 2022 school year. Schools across NSW that are taking part in the program include Wyrallah Road Public School in Lismore. The program accepts a small number of outstanding candidates each year, who begin an intensive mentoring and

accelerated leadership pathway, which includes placements at leading public schools, including in the regions. More than 200 early career and graduate teachers applied to take part in the exclusive FASTstream program, and more than 120 schools expressed an interest in hosting FASTstream participants. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said the program was a first

for NSW and an exciting opportunity for aspiring teachers and regional communities. “As a former teacher, I recognise the importance of great mentors to help set up our aspiring school leaders for the future,” Mr Toole said. “This is a fantastic opportunity for highperforming early career and graduate teachers to fast track their careers, while experiencing the joys of living in the bush. This is about developing

the next generation of superstar teachers and principals.” Minister for Education Sarah Mitchell said every participant who had been selected had demonstrated a passion and commitment to public education. “I’m really excited by the diversity of talent, skills and background in our first group of FASTstreamers, more than half of whom will be placed at a regional or rural school straight

away,” Ms Mitchell said. “We know great school leadership is crucial in lifting student and school outcomes and providing all our students with the opportunities to succeed. FASTstream is part of our commitment to identifying and supporting our school leaders at every stage of their career. “The teachers will also receive support from a school-based mentor in each placement providing them with

advice and feedback, as well as a program mentor who will guide them through every step of the 10-year FASTstream journey. This includes providing advice on professional development programs and opportunities, leadership coaching and tailored support.” Participants will take part in an induction process in Term 4 this year before beginning placement in their first school in Term 1, 2022.

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The hills - and coastal plains - are alive again with the sound of music By Margaret Dekker CALLING all songsters and songstresses along the Tweed Coast, it’s time to take a deep breath, open the lungs, tinkle the vocal chords and for two hours a week be on song, again. Hallelujah! Singing is back and Northern Rivers choral trainer Janet Swain, herself a soprano, couldn’t be happier, now launching a new community choir in Kingscliff. “It’s been a long time, hasn’t it? I feel people are absolutely gagging to sing, and especially in community again. It’s so special, a community choir,” Janet Swain choral trainer said. “We’ll fling open the doors and have a good old sing now it’s deemed safe again to do so,” she added. Ten members have

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recognised choral trainer in the Tweed and Byron shires, known for her Big Song sessions “for wellbeing” in Brunswick Heads, Byron Bay and Kingscliff, and for leading the Big Voice community choirs in Brunswick Heads and Bangalow. She now wants to extend the offering on the Tweed by creating its own community choir.

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Northern Rivers is on feral deer alert BALLINA Shire Council has joined forces with local councils to launch ‘The Northern Rivers is on Feral Deer Alert’ program. This community awareness campaign aims to prevent feral deer numbers growing out of control in the region, before it’s too late. The campaign asks the whole Northern Rivers community to stay on Feral Deer Alert, while they are driving, bush walking or managing their property, and to report feral deer sightings. Ballina Shire Council’s Environmental Scientist, Jack Hastings said feral deer were becoming one of Australia’s worst pest animals, with their populations booming in many parts of Australia.

“There are six species of introduced feral deer in Australia, and they are all causing significant and widespread problems,” Mr Hastings said. “The Northern Rivers is one of the last areas in New South Wales where feral deer populations

haven’t become established, but they are starting to be seen more frequently. “The best way to manage feral deer in the Northern Rivers is to work together as a community to try and eradicate deer populations from the

region. “They also have a significant human impact because they can reduce the ability of farmers to earn a living, spread disease to livestock and other animals and are a hazard to drivers, straying onto roads and causing accidents.

“We’re asking our communities to help us prevent feral deer getting out of control by understanding the impacts of feral deer, learning how to identify feral deer species, and reporting all sightings of feral deer as soon as possible using Feral

Scan.” Report all sightings of feral deer to: feralscan. org.au/deerscan or phone Local Land Services on 1300 795 299. For more information go to: www. feraldeeralert.com.au. The Feral Deer Alert campaign is a collaboration between Tweed, Lismore and Kyogle councils, and the Tweed and Border Ranges-Richmond Valley Landcare groups. Ballina Shire Council is supporting the campaign. It has been funded by the Australian Government’s Communities Combating Pest and Weed Impacts During Drought Program – Biosecurity Management of Pests and Weeds – Round 2.

Making a mark at the Ballina Indoor Sports Centre With two internationalstandard sports courts offering futsal, pickleball, volleyball, netball, and basketball, the centre has plenty of activities on offer. “We’re gearing up to welcome back organised sport,” said Ms O’Brien. “We encourage the community to get involved by contacting their local sporting associations to sign up for their favourite sport, or give a new sport a try. “With the Public Health Order restrictions easing, now is, so now is the time to think about ways to connect and have fun with friends and family. “We’re working

closely with sporting associations that are eager to provide a range of introductory programs, from social games to skills development to competition sports. “Some associations are now taking registrations and upcoming events will be promoted through our social media channels. Anyone interested can also just give us a call.” The BISC is open seven days. For further information, booking enquiries and to discover what’s on, visit communityspaces.com. au.

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NEW signage has been installed at the Ballina Indoor Sports Centre (BISC) to identify it as the home of community sport in Ballina Shire. The bold signage on the front of the building now captures the attention of passers-by and clearly defines the sports centre. “Since the centre opened in 2019 we’ve often been confused with the high school next door. The new signage makes it clear that we are a standalone sports centre and a place of business with three modern meeting rooms,” Community Facilities Coordinator Roberta O’Brien said.

LET’S PROTECT EACH OTHER. LET’S DO THIS. We’ll be welcoming visitors back to our region soon. Protect yourself, your loved ones and your community by getting vaccinated as soon as possible. If you’ve had your first vaccination dose, make sure you get your second when it’s due. Everyone aged 12 years and over can get vaccinated. COVID-19 vaccines are available at more than 3,000 places across NSW including pharmacies, GPs, NSW Health clinics and Aboriginal Medical Services.

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SOUTHERN CROSS RECOGNISED AS SCIENCE HEAVYWEIGHT IN GLOBAL UNI RANKING SOURTHERN Cross University has skated up the Times Higher Education rankings for physical sciences, now ranking in the top 3% of universities globally for the subject ranking. The World University Rankings 2022 by subject for physical science now names Southern Cross in the top 250 in the world, an improvement on last year’s position by two

bands, from 301-400 now up to 200-250. The physical sciences category encompasses Geology, Environmental, Earth & Marine Sciences, as well as Mathematics and statistics, Physics and astronomy, and Chemistry. The global ranking uses the same performance indicators as the THE’s flagship World

University Rankings 2022, however the methodology has been carefully recalibrated for each subject, with the weightings changed to suit the individual fields. The weightings for the physical sciences subject ranking include Citations (35 per cent), Research (27.5), Teaching (27.5), International Outlook (7.5), and Industry

Working with nature to stabilise dune at New Brighton Beach BYRON Shire Council and the New Brighton Beach dune care group are working on a new project to stabilise a section of the sand dune at New Brighton beach. Funding from the NSW Government’s Coastal and Estuary grants program and a contribution from Council will see revegetation and fencing work done on the section of the dune from The Strand main beach access south to the North

Head Road carpark. The project will involve fencing the area to stop people trampling on new plants and to give seedlings a chance to grow and get established. This work will complement a successful dune revegetation project on the northern side of The Strand that was done as part of the beach scraping program in 2017/18. Chloe Dowsett, council’s Coast, Biodiversity and

Sustainability Coordinator, said the project was a proactive approach to reducing the coastal hazard at New Brighton. “This dune is nature’s seawall and by restoring it we are reducing the severity of erosion, as well as providing habitat for wildlife that live in this coastal ecosystem,” Ms Dowsett said. “The difference between the dune area that has been fenced, compared to section of

the beach that has not, is stark. “Native vegetation is now growing, and the dune has increased in size providing an important buffer against wind, waves and high tides. “New Brighton Beach is vulnerable to coastal erosion and anything we can do to encourage the stabilisation of the dune system and its growth, provides protection for the existing environment and ultimately people’s

properties. “As we have seen at Byron Bay in recent times the dunes play a vital role in being a buffer between the ocean and the land.” The project will see the closure of an unformalised track that people are using. “The reason we are closing this track is that it goes straight through the area that we will be working on and the area needs to be closed to allowed to the plants to

establish,” Ms Dowsett said. “The new fences will make it very clear to people where they can and can’t get onto the beach and we are hoping that people will support this important project by using the formal paths to the beach and staying away from the section of the dune that is being revegetated.” The work will start on October 25 and take about three weeks to finish.

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COMMUNITY GATHERS FOR CREATIVE RECOVERY ARTS Northern Rivers’ Rappville Creative Recovery Project will culminate in the last week of October, presenting three days of creative arts events in the community of Rappville. Although splintered by the impacts of the pandemic, the event has followed suit of Rappville’s resilience and adapted from what was first intended to be delivered as a major one day festival. Beginning in 2020 as part of the bushfire recovery response, the project has seen two lead artists engage with the community of Rappville to produce artworks and creative responses informed by the history, landscape, plants, people, and stories unique to Rappville. Charlotte Haywood and Lyndall Phelps have produced a range of artworks which will be

presented from Friday, October 29 through to Sunday, October 31 at the Rappville Tennis Courts and Sports Ground. Officially opened by Richmond Valley Council Mayor, Robert Mustow, on Friday evening, the weekend of events will include a community photography exhibition, installed artworks, giveaways,

a weaving workshop with Casino Wake Up Time Women and more. Community members can view artworks throughout the whole weekend and meet and greet the artists each day. “For me, the most significant outcome of the Rappville Creative Recovery project has been their willingness to share experiences, as part of the healing

process. The neutrality of a creative professional in this process is important, we do not judge, we do not have an agenda,” Lyndall said. Charlotte will be presenting a Community Cookbook which includes the signature Rappville Ice Cream which will be available on Friday for tasting with the Natural Ice Cream Company. Community

giveaways will include native plants local to the area matched with native seed and plant guides. In 2022, Charlotte will be installing a permanent sculptural seat inspired by the endemic native Myrtle at the new Rappville Community Hall. Lyndall has been working to produce a replica of the WWI Red Cross Tablecloth and has collected more than 200 signatures from across Rappville to be a part of the 2021 edition. Lyndall has also developed a large-scale artwork exploring the history of Rappville which will span 20 meters of fence line along the tennis courts. Community giveaways will include the tablecloths and printed copies of the ‘Welcome to Rappville’ poem she developed with local bush poet Steve Cavenagh.

Recycling polystyrene given a big boost THANKS to funding from the NSW Environment Protection Authority, recycling polystyrene has been given a big boost thanks to a new dedicated polystyrene recycling machine at the Lismore Recycling & Recovery Centre. Lismore City Council’s Commercial Services Business Manager Kevin Trustum said council had always recycled polystyrene, however, the new machine now increased the capacity. “In 2009, the NSW EPA Better Waste and Recycling Fund allowed Lismore City Council to be one of the first Council’s in Australia to have a dedicated polystyrene recycling machine, and now in 2021 the recent extra funding has upgraded the recycling capacity,” he said. “We already recycle around 30 tonne of polystyrene every year which saves around 550 cubic metres of landfill,

and this will only increase the recycling we can deliver.” The new machine can process up to 300 kilograms of polystyrene per hour by crushing and sorting the foam which is then pushed through

heating rings that melts and cuts the foam. The product is then cut into golf ball-sized material and cooled and ready to sell to countries such as Malaysia where it is recycled into items such as photo frames and

architrave. The total cost of the project is $191,000 with a contribution of $131,378 from the NSW Environment Protection Authority, Waste Less, Recycle More initiative, funded from the waste

levy. Residents can recycle polystyrene free of charge by taking the material directly to either the Lismore Recycling & Recovery Centre or at the Nimbin Transfer Centre drop off area.

On display all weekend will be the Photography Exhibition with more than 50 images submitted by community members installed over 25 meters of fence line along the tennis courts. Casino Wake Up Time Women will also be hosting a casual dropin weaving workshop on Sunday, October 30 from 1pm to 4pm at the Rappville Sports Ground. For those who cannot attend in person, there will be digital content available online including an ice-cream making video tutorial, Rappville recipe video tutorial and short filmed poetry reading by Steve Cavenagh. The full program of events and activities will be available on the website www.rappvillecreative. com.

Woolworths announces Covid-19 vaccination roadmap WOOLWORTHS Group has announced its intention to introduce a new requirement for Australian team members to be vaccinated against Covid-19 in the coming months. The policy will apply group-wide and cover Australian team members working in stores, distribution and online fulfilment centres, and support offices. Unless public health orders come into effect sooner, the proposed timeline for the full vaccination requirement in ACT, NSW, NT, Victoria and WA is January 31, 2022 and March 31, 2022 in the other states. Woolworths Group offers paid leave for frontline team members to access vaccination bookings centres.

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“Leemo’s View”

Primary student’s poem is on fire By Samantha Elley

“LEEMO has views on just about anything”

VOTE LEEMO for MAYOR ‘LEEMO CAT’ back. I decided to pass some of my profound store of interesting facts to ‘Mum Jane’. “Mum, DID YOU KNOW a tabby cat called ‘Stubbs’ was the Mayor of Talkeetna, a small town in Alaska, for 20 years. He was much loved by locals and tourists. Mum, with OUR local Council elections coming up, I really believe I should run for Mayor.” Oooh, I can just see myself dressed in soft ermine robes with a cape and jewels & stuff, holding Court with my Constituents. “MUM JANE, Will you help me in my ‘LEEMO FOR MAYOR’ campaign? I have catchy lines already for my posters, like ‘LEEMO for LISMORE’. Perhaps ‘LEEMO FOR LOWERING RATES.’ Crikey, the look she gave me was as though I had asked her to go catch a great white shark for my lunch. I slithered on verbally, in my most persuasive voice. “Mum, my buddies in the street are my Campaign Committee, and have already come up with some splendid ‘Campaign Pledges’. Errrgh: Mum interrupted me. “Leemo, before you proceed with this umm, ‘interesting’ concept, could

you round up your Campaign Committee and get them here NOW...I need to address you all.” Wooohoo yippee...she’s going to help me... so exciting!! SO, the meeting was convened. Mum asked us to list the pledges we had in mind for my election. We started. “No 1. Mum, is that we must have an upside down whale carcass on every street in the CBD like the one in Woodlark Street. AND, Mum, No. 2 is that we will fill ALL the potholes in our streets with sawdust ‘cos nothing else works. No. 3 is that we will save MANY $ by NOT having a water park by Lismore Sq. ‘cos we get one every year or so FREE when it rains & floods. AND, Mum, No. 4 is that there must be roundabouts on every corner with FREE lessons to all Citizens on how to use them. AND, Mum, we figured all the empty shops in the Lismore CBD should be turned into ‘play centres’ for kittens & puppies. We could stay in safe places whilst our owners go shopping in the vacant shops”. Hmmm. Mum stare glared and asked “do ANY of you, on this, ummm, Committee, have a background in how to run a multi million dollar Council budget?” Eeeek... hmmm...errr...“Not really Mum, BUT WE CAN LEARN!! Also, Mum, I read something very wise. Heraclitus, the Greek philosopher said, CHANGE IS THE ONLY CONSTANT IN OUR LIVES. WE, the Committee, believe our Council needs to change BIG TIME.” Eeek... the stare GLARE was back. Time for me to ummm, do SOMETHING. Nite from the Committee for “LEEMO FOR MAYOR”. (Leems has run off somewhere).

KEEP the name Amelia Russ in your minds, as there is no doubt this little girl will make a big impression on the literary world in years to come, if her poetry is anything to go by. The 8-year-old Year 3 student at Urbenville Public School was recently presented with a book entitled ‘Fighting Spirit’ which included lines from a poem she wrote back in February 2021, when she was seven. The poem ‘Bushfire Sea’ was born from her experiences through the 2019/2020 Summer and the horrific bushfires that affected her community. “We entered the students in the ‘Kids News Bushfire Poetry Competition’,” said teacher Melanie Sifko, better known as Miss J. “All our students were encouraged to write poems about the bushfires and how they felt about them.” The competition was open to students from all over Australia from Kindergarten to Year 12. It was run by Harper Collins publishers, Newscorp Australia and the National Bushfire Recovery Agency. “It was easy to write the poem,” said Amelia. “When you start off it’s easy but when you get to gooder stuff in it, it gets

more harder. “I was able to find the words from my thesaurus and adjectives and word mats. “I write about every week. I like writing about fantasy and horses.” Miss J explained that word mats are used to find many different words on the same topic. “Take the word fireworks, they can blaze and shimmer and glow,” she said. “This is all inspiration for their writing. They are so little so their vocabulary is not huge.” Miss J said the students took two weeks to write their bushfire poems for the competition. “Twelve drafts and many lunch times, Amelia would prefer to sit and write at lunchtime rather than play,” said

Miss J. The ‘Fighting Spirit’ book arrived at Urbenville Public School two weeks ago and the principal Mr Sifko presented it to the class. Miss J said the students were all excited as they didn’t know who was in the book. “When Mr Sifko started to read the poem, Amelia knew it was hers and she burst into floods of tears,” she told local ABC. Amelia remembers being overcome by tears, but they were happy ones. “I was proud of myself and overwhelmed and excited,” she said. “I want to publish more works and I want to be a teacher like Miss J. “I will definitely teach primary school, not high

school.” Bushfire Sea By Amelia Russ I am blazing fury I wonder when I will slap you with my inferno of flames I hear smoke whispering and choking the animals I see gusts of wind, carrying my embers of rage I want to raze your forests to the ground I am bitter and resentful, I have been waiting for years! I pretend to smoulder, but I am sly, I wait for you to turn your back I feel your tears drench the earth and l laugh with my flaming breath I touch the green leaves with my roasting fingers I worry when my flames are flicked by water showering down I cry ashes and embers, glowing as they hiss and kiss the earth I am cutting off towns with my destructive power I understand the fighters will try to stop me, they WON’T! I crackle, I bang, I fizz, I scream and squeal I dream that I will scorch the earth I try to coil and curl around the trees, like a smoky black snake I hope to blister paint and buckle buildings, your land is dry, you cry I am the end of hope, I am destruction, watch me, the bushfire sea.

SCHOOLS CHARGING UP FOR SUSTAINABILITY CORAKI Public School is part of a revolutionary pilot aimed at making NSW public schools energy sufficient is under way, with the solar photovoltaic (PV) systems for the first 25 schools out to tender. The $20 million Schools Renewable Energy Infrastructure Pilot Project will assess the benefits and costs of a large-scale implementation of solar systems and batteries, together with other initiatives that have the potential to reduce demand on the electricity network. Treasurer and Minister for Energy and Environment Matt Kean

said the pilot project supported the efforts of the NSW Government as they worked towards meeting the commitment of net zero emissions by 2050. “There is more than eight million square metres of NSW public school roof space and this pilot will allow us to understand how we can use it to support the next generation of renewable energy on a larger scale,” Mr Kean said. “This $20 million investment will allow us to assess the benefits of the large scale implementation of solar PV systems and batteries to generate electricity to run our schools but also

to store and sell energy back into the grid.” Minister for Education Sarah Mitchell said the initiative was groundbreaking and exciting, allowing schools to reduce their power bills and their carbon footprint. “Our public schools are leading the way in student outcomes and soon they could be leading the charge in green energy,” Ms Mitchell said. “The tender is open to qualified applicants who can design, supply and install the solar PV systems and batteries with work expected to start during the summer school holiday period.”

Businesses can take part in the tender process for the program via tenderlink: https://www. tenders.nsw.gov.au/ The following schools across metropolitan and regional NSW have been selected to participate in the pilot project: Black Springs Public School; Bowral Public School; Coraki Public School; Dorrigo Public School; Duri Public School; Farrer Memorial Agricultural High School; Gerogery Public School; Glenbrook Public School; Gulgong Public School; Gymea Technology High School 11. Kingswood Public School 12. Lake Munmorah

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Tourism cabins approved By Tonia Dynan

Service station not approved By Tonia Dynan A SERVICE station will not be built at 135 Union Street, South Lismore, with Lismore City Council refusing the development application at a recent council meeting. The proposed servo was planned for where the Skimmo’s Corner Store sits, but council was concerned about the impact on the environment, social and economic impacts and thought it wasn’t in the public interest due to “the risk to the safety of the customers/ occupants, adjoining owners, pedestrians and vehicles”. The Skimmo’s Corner Store has been providing takeaway food and drink to the community for more than 60 years with the business operative since about 1957.

Following community consultation and the public exhibition of the proposed service station, three public submissions were received together with a petition opposing the development with 540 signatures. There are now 1800 signatures on the petition. The council report stated the proposed permissible redevelopment of the site was considered to provide additional public benefits to the South Lismore locality in that it activated not only a new business within the precinct, but it was seen to afford improved economic intensity of the three current titles resulting in positive economic impacts. It also noted, given the nature of the site, the proposed use and the surrounding properties, there was potential

for adverse impacts, particularly upon the residential amenity of the surrounding properties. Cr Neil Marks, who supported the development, said he was aware there were great concerns about losing an iconic building such as Skimmo’s as it held a lot of history for a lot of people, but he proposed the building could be moved and reused. “However, times do move on. The options have been there to probably purchase this land. The landowner who is no longer with us set these plans in place, obviously many years ago,” he said. “So, those opportunities have been, and probably have gone by. So, we are asked to deal with something that is doable project, an

allowable project, and all of the concerns that have been thrown to us in recent times, have been addressed.” Cr Adam Guise said he was of the clear view the development should be refused. “Its impacts on the environment and the social and economic impacts cannot be adequately mitigated,” he said. “The site is unsuitable for a development such as this being near a very busy, trafficcongested intersection, near residences and near Hollingworth Creek, and it’s certainly not in the public interest. “It’s a service station in a town that already has numerous service stations. There’s already a service station north across on Elliott Road and further along the Bruxner Highway and

others in close proximity. “There will be profound traffic impacts, increasing from something like 48 car movements in peak hour to 121 - a significant increase for an already congested intersection. The conditions to change traffic movements they do not address this aspect; they do not address the increase of traffic that we’ll be using this development.” Cr Guise said further to that, the proposal was to put a fuel depot on the floodplain near a creek. “That, in my mind is a reason alone to refuse it. It’s a development completely unsuited to the floodplain and despite the assurances about the technology involved, things go wrong, these places leak and it should not be in close proximity to a creek,” he said.

A TOURIST and visitor accommodation comprising of four cabins has been approved by Byron Shire Council for 150 Tandys Lane, Brunswick Heads. The development, dubbed ‘River Hawk Ranch’, was approved subject to a host of conditions, including amendments to fencing, management, window screening, and restrictions on vegetation management. At a planning meeting in August, council considered the DA, with 26 submissions from the community received, objecting to the proposal, with a focus of concern being alleged unauthorised development including the erection of structures near Simpsons Creek and use of the property for tourist and visitor accommodation. Council deferred the matter pending a review of outstanding compliance issues at the property. Community enforcement officers visited the site in September and carried out a compliance audit of all buildings and structures on the property. It was recommended the boat shed, wooden decks and toilet were demolished, and the art studio and farm shed returned to their original condition.

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CARE WORKERS TO RECEIVE TRAUMA TRAINING A NEW training program will be piloted to help care workers look after themselves and the people they work with amid growing demand for trauma training. The trauma training program funded by the NSW Government will see existing aged, disability and community services workers learn about the effects of trauma on themselves and others, and how to maintain their own personal health. Minister for Skills and Tertiary Education Geoff Lee said the NSW Government recognised the important role community services workers played, particularly during the current pandemic. “The wellbeing of our community services and health staff is front of mind in the trauma training program. While these jobs are very rewarding, it’s also important to recognise the toll it can have on our invaluable frontline workers,” Mr Lee said. “The growing health sector plays a huge role in improving the quality of life in our communities, so we need to ensure our workforce has the skills and resources to care for themselves while also

caring for the vulnerable. “This Government is listening to those with their finger on the pulse and is making sure they are supported and feel empowered in their jobs.” The program will be delivered through Training Services NSW, TAFE NSW and industry leaders and will initially see more than 100 people complete training through a blended

delivery model. Minister for Mental Health Bronnie Taylor said participants would gain an understanding of how trauma could affect different people and their families and carers. “It’s vital at this time that we look after the mental health and wellbeing of those important workers on the frontline. Giving them the skills to look out for signs of distress and

how to cope are vitally important,” Mrs Taylor said. Minister for Families, Communities and Disability Services Alister Henskens said the community services sector had been working around the clock during the pandemic, delivering critical support often under challenging circumstances. “We’re working hard to strengthen support

for the community services sector and this investment is another example of our Government prioritising the wellbeing of our critical frontline workers,” Mr Henskens said. TAFE NSW Community Services Head Teacher Keith Bourke said it was important for people to understand trauma in order to learn how to

manage it. “This is very important for support workers in the disability industry, in aged care, or in any industry working with people who may have vulnerabilities. “Understanding trauma and understanding the process of how people are affected can be very helpful so that people don’t feel powerless.”

Free hospital parking extended

Works starts on $1.9 million reservoir WORK began this week on the $1.95 million replacement of the Lawrence Reservoir. Contractor Hornick Constructions began work on Monday on the new 1.7 megalitre drinking water reservoir on the site of the old reservoir in High Street, Lawrence. Hornick Constructions, a Brisbane-based

reservoir construction company, were awarded the tender in June this year, but have not been able to get on site earlier due to COVID border restrictions. Clarence Valley Council estimated the new reservoir would take around five months to build and when completed would guarantee the Lawrence

community a reliable and safe back up water supply. Specs for the job showed the reservoir would be 16m high, almost 13m wide and constructed from locally sourced concrete. The council said it has ensured that other local suppliers would be be used during the project, where possible.

LISMORE Base Hospital staff will still be able to park for free on Hunter Street and Dalziel Street in the hospital precinct until April next year, with Lismore City Council picking up the tab. The council has also waived restrictions on parking on Weaver Street, Laurel Avenue and McKenzie Street. Council voted to write to the Premier, Minister for Health and Member for Lismore requesting financial reimbursement for council’s loss of revenue incurred by their support for State Government employees. The council’s adopted 2021/22 budget acknowledged an anticipated monthly revenue from paid parking within the

Lismore Base Hospital precinct of $13,800, resulting in a forecast revenue of $41,400 for the first quarter of the current financial year. The income received to date is $26,263 confirming a loss of $15,137 year to date. They also requested immediate implementation of the Stage 2 development of NSW Health’s parking station.

The council report originally recommended parking controls be reinstated from Monday, December 6 inline with the State Government Covid-19 ‘roadmap to recovery’, but that recommendation was not supported by councillors. Council has formally reviewed parking controls within the Lismore Base Hospital precinct on three separate occasions since April 2020 in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. On all occasions council has resolved to ease parking controls in recognition of the critical role of local health care professionals in caring for the community during the pandemic.

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NORTH COAST COMMUNITIES WELL ON THEIR WAY TO GREATER FREEDOMS Healthy North Coast NSW COVID-19 vaccina on rate by LGA % of doses for ages 15+ 1 Dose

17-October-2021

2 Doses 93.7%

Ballina

71.4% 91.6%

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69.8% 80.4%

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55.3% 91.3%

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66.5% 94.5%

Coffs Harbour

67.8% 92.5%

Kempsey

68.4% 86.2%

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63.5% 88.6%

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61.8% 92.5%

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67.4% 95.0%

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79.0% 88.1%

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62.0% 86.1%

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65.9%

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SECOND dose vaccination figures on the North Coast have jumped dramatically in the past 10 days, pushing the region toward a 90% vaccination figures say health authorities. CEO of Healthy North Coast Julie Sturgess said North Coast communities were on their way to seeing their freedoms open up as the region approached the 70% double-vaccination benchmark. “It is fantastic to

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see how the North Coast community has responded, particularly in the past week,” she said. “We saw an 8% increase in the rate of vaccinations for the Covid-19 second dose, which is the most significant jump in vaccination rates we have seen in one week. “Clearly, North Coast residents appreciate that being fully vaccinated is their passport to being able to move around and travel

freely, while being protected from the worst of Covid. “This means our community can connect again, support each other and support local businesses too.” Ms Sturgess said the figure for first dose vaccinations were even better. “The numbers for the first vaccination are even better, with almost 400,000 people (90% of those aged 15 years and over) having now received their first

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dose,” she said. “It’s so encouraging to see thaese numbers for first doses, as this should flow through to fully vaccinated rates of more than 90% for residents 15 years and over across the North Coast. “We have reached a great milestone and I want to sincerely thank everyone for coming forward to be vaccinated. “Thank you also to our wonderful primary health service

providers - GPs, pharmacies, Aboriginal Medical Services and other frontline health providers - who have been responsible for delivering the vaccine. They have done, and continue to do, a superb job.” She said it was time to turn attention to vaccinating younger members of the community. “While we are still working hard to ensure that anyone 15 years and over can access the

vaccination if they want to, it’s also time to start considering vaccination protection for our younger residents aged 12-14 years,” said Ms Sturgess. “In the run-up to the school holidays and Christmas, I encourage anyone who is still unvaccinated to make an appointment for themselves or their family members as soon as they can, in advance of the region opening up to travellers once more.”

REIN IN BEHAVIOUR AROUND HORSES ON THE ROAD

Drivers are being reminded to brush up on some of the lesser-known road rules when driving near horses as part of an awareness campaign rolling out to keep motorists and riders safe on country roads. Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional Transport and Roads Paul Toole said it was important to remember that riders and horsedrawn vehicles have the same rights and responsibilities as other drivers, motorcycle riders and cyclists using the road. “Horses and other

livestock aren’t uncommon on roads in the bush, and this campaign reminds everyone to share the road safely,” Mr Toole said. “Drivers should slow down and allow plenty of room when passing a

horse, whether it’s being ridden, led or pulling a vehicle. Horses are easily spooked and can be unpredictable, so don’t use your horn or rev your engine. “Horses are considered a vehicle on the road, so riders need to obey the

road rules, ride on the left-hand side in the same direction as traffic, avoid tight corners or crests and try keep a good line of sight.” In the last 10 years, there have been nine fatalities involving a ridden horse, while there were 54 casualty crashes involving a riderless horse struck by a vehicle, resulting in the deaths of two people and serious injuries to 15 others. The Country Women’s Association (CWA) of NSW President Stephanie Stanhope said an incident earlier this year, which saw a rider injured and

a horse euthanized after being hit by a vehicle, served as a reminder to keep up to date on road rules. “We are seeing too many close calls and often these animals are a major part of a rider’s livelihood, so we ask that motorists are respectful when sharing the road with horse riders and horse-drawn vehicles to avoid any unfortunate incidents,” Ms Stanhope said. “Riders should also be aware of their surroundings, including traffic, pedestrians, road surfaces and changing

weather conditions, and, if possible, ride during daylight hours. “It is also good practice to avoid tight corners or crests and instead ride on roads where motorists have a good line of sight, and the wearing of high visibility or bright-coloured clothing and a helmet that meets Australian standards is strongly recommended.” For more information, visit https://roadsafety. transport.nsw.gov.au/ stayingsafe/drivers/ animalsoncountryroads/ horses-in-traffic.html.

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Grafton pool could ‘fail’ in five to 10 years By Tim Howard THE olympic swimming pool at the Grafton Memorial Pool is at risk of imminent collapse a report to this month’s Clarence Valley Council reveals. The report to update councillors on the Grafton Pool Redevelopment Project said chemical analysis as part of the planning revealed the extent of the faults. “The results from the chemical testing on the existing structure concluded that the chloride content was border-line while the sulphates were too high and in some instances were over the allowable limit,” it said. “The result of the testing highlights the decline of the structural integrity and the likely catastrophic failure within the next 5-10 years.”

The report also indicated structural failures at the pool were costly in other ways with water leaks costing between $73,000 and $123,000 annually since 2015. It said there would be additional “hidden costs” in electricity charges and pool chemicals. The report said water drained completely in 10 days once equipment was turned off, with no indication where the water went. Council has worked on developing a master plan for the pool for several years and a detailed design of stage one the redevelopment has been completed. The design includes an eight-lane olympic pool with grandstand and a 25-metre indoor heated pool costed at $11,992,380.46, broken down as follows: • Site Redevelopment: $1,617,746

• Indoor Pool Hall zone: $6,317,941 • Outdoor 50m pool zone: $4,056,692. The report noted the Covid-19 pandemic has had the effect of driving up costs of both materials and labour. Any delays starting the project would also increase costs. The latest report has been the first to project any urgency into the proposal. During its formulation councillors have argued the pool ‘masterplan’ one to have on the shelf in case money for a “shovel-ready project” became available. Council has costed stage one of the project at $14 million, but no funding has been confirmed. Planning has also been done for stage two, which included two water slides, a dive pool, splash pad and building refurbishment. The planning process has not been smooth.

Originally the dive pool was left out of the redevelopment and was only included after councillors voted to have it reinstated. Councillors have also balked at times of the cost of planning, originally estimated above $1 million, which council eventually trimmed to

$700,000. And others have found the idea of spending up to $20 million on a lifestyle complex in Grafton “a bit grand”. The plans have been peer reviewed and the Royal Australian Lifesaving Society has compiled a report on the masterplan.

The revelations of structural problems that could make the pool unusable within a decade has also injected urgency into the search for funding. Council said it would look at upcoming Federal and State elections as chances to secure funds for the project.

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New yabby net rules are now in place across all of NSW AS THE new fishing season starts, recreational fishers are reminded as of April 30, 2021, the use of Opera House style yabby traps is strictly prohibited across NSW. Department of Primary Industries (DPI) Program Leader Stocking & Fisheries Enhancement Operations, Jim Harnwell said open-top, eco-friendly nets must be used in all NSW waters, including towns which border Victoria and NSW. “These new, ecofriendly nets are not only great for catching yabbies but they will also

help to protect our iconic native aquatic wildlife species,” Mr Harnwell said. “Unlike the old-style Opera House traps, the open-top lift design of the new nets will allow non-target species such as platypus, birds and turtles to exit the nets if they inadvertently swim in while searching for food. “Fishers should now only be using these opentop nets when targeting yabbies. Penalties apply if fishers use the nowbanned Opera House style traps. “The new eco-friendly

nets must be used in all NSW waters, including Victorian border towns such as Mildura, Swan Hill, Yarrawonga, Cobram, Echuca, and Robinvale.” The new eco-friendly yabby nets are widely available in tackle stores and other fishing retail outlets across NSW. Mr Harnwell has urged all recreational fishers to ensure they use the right equipment and familiarise themselves with the new rules which are now in place across NSW. “It is important for fishers to understand the

new rules surrounding the use of the open-top nets and are aware of the consequences for using the incorrect equipment when targeting yabbies in NSW waters. “By following these rules, fishers can take the lead in fishing responsibly and catching a great feed of yabbies while making a real difference to our environment.” More information about the recreational yabby fishing rule changes are available at www. fisheries.nsw.gov.au or by contacting NSW DPI Fisheries office.

Photo: Mr Gulaptis is pictured with 2021 Regional Youth Taskforce member Paris Brailsford from Yamba and is encouraging other young people across the Clarence and Richmond Valleys to considering applying for a position on next year’s Taskforce.

OPPORTUNITY FOR LOCAL REPRESENTATION ON CLARENCE-INSPIRED REGIONAL YOUTH TASKFORCE COMMUNITYMINDED young people in the Clarence and Richmond Valleys should consider applying for a position on the Nationals in NSW Government’s 2022 Regional Youth Taskforce, according to Clarence Nationals MP Chris Gulaptis. “The Youth Taskforce

was created a couple of years ago in part because of the success of Clarence Youth Action, which so impressed Regional Youth Minister and now Deputy Nationals Leader Bronnie Taylor when she met local youngsters in Grafton in 2019,” Mr Gulaptis said.

“Maclean High School teen Paris Brailsford was selected to join the Youth Taskforce earlier this year and has helped drive policy change and advocate for positive outcomes from young people in the regions.” The taskforce is made up of 18 members aged 12 to 24 who meet

regularly and advise the NSW Government on policy decisions. Minister Bronnie Taylor said the issues faced by young people were different so she was keen for diverse representation and that should include the Northern Rivers. “The 2021 Taskforce

has met to discuss a range of issues, including consulting with the Department of Education on how to develop a digital Student Learner Profile which will be a game changing tool to keep a verified record of students’ skills and achievements in the one place,” the Nationals

Deputy Leader said. Travel costs will be covered for members travelling across NSW for meetings. Applications are open until Friday, November 19. To take the next step, search online for “Regional Youth Taskforce”.

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Walking 150km for Stroke Foundation BANGALOW resident Andrew Ross will work up a sweat for a good cause this November as part of the Stroke Foundation’s annual physical activity campaign Stride4Stroke. Andrew, who experienced a stroke in 2018 at the age of 44, has set himself a challenge to walk 150 kilometres during November to boost his fitness, raise funds and raise awareness of stroke. Andrew said stroke was the last thing he thought would happen to him. “I was a busy man, running three businesses when stroke shook up my life and made me reevaluate my priorities,” Andrew said. “I experienced mostly

cognitive challenges involving my working memory and ability to concentrate. As a result, I sold my businesses and moved to the Northern Rivers in the pursuit of a healthy lifestyle. “Stroke is a serious matter, but I want to have a bit of fun with Stride4Stroke and continue to set and achieve my goals.” Andrew will be cheered on by his loved ones and his Stride4Stroke team “Brain Fart”, which is comprised of other stroke survivors and supporters. The good news is 80 per cent of strokes can be prevented by managing blood pressure and living a healthy, active lifestyle. Stroke Foundation New South Wales

State Manager Rhian Paton-Kelly said one million strokes each year globally were linked to physical inactivity. “Our No Postcode Untouched research indicates that in any given week, 12 per cent of Australians are not doing any physical activity. In the Richmond electorate, it’s estimated more than 22,000 people are not moving enough,” Ms Paton-Kelly said. “Boosting your daily moving minutes can make a difference to prevent stroke and other chronic disease. “I hope Andrew’s story inspires others in the community to sign up and join the fun.” Get involved at www. stride4stroke.org.au.

MP hits PM up about climate change RICHMOND MP Justine Elliot has questioned Prime Minister Scott Morrison about his action on climate change in Parliament last week. “The people of the North Coast are fed up with this LiberalsNationals Government’s inaction and division on climate change,” Ms Elliot said. “Today I asked the Prime Minister two simple questions: why has the Prime Minister given the Deputy Prime Minister and the Nationals a veto on whether Australia takes action on climate change, and why is the Prime

Minister not in the room where Australia’s climate change policy is being decided? “Only Labor can form government to get rid of Scott Morrison and take real action on climate change.” Mr Morrison

responded to Ms Elliot’s questions, saying the government’s decision on the government’s commitments for Australia in relation to COP26 would be made by the government in cabinet. “That’s where it will be made. That’s where these decisions are made. All members of the government understand that. All members of the government do the right thing by consulting far and wide and forming their views when they come together, to make decisions in the best interest of Australia,” he said.

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20000 Cows facing the chop A GOFUNDME page has been started to raise money to keep the 20000 Cows Vegan House afloat. Jennifer Bongiorno and Kristina Vilkelis-Curas are organising the fundraiser on behalf of 76-year-old cook and owner Marijonas (known as Mari) Vilkelis-Curas. 20000 Cows is currently in the process of being completely closed due to vaccine mandates. The Lismore restaurant is an iconic establishment to vegans on the Northern Rivers as has been open for 25

years. Due to Covid restrictions, the restaurant has been operating as a takeaway but it’s struggling to survive. “The Cows is a melting pot of community and does not earn enough through take away to be sustainable and stay open to its people...the weirdo public servants, the visionaries, artists, ratbags... a rare space where everyone plays nice together,” the organisers said. “If it does close permanently and

this fundraiser is not successful, all money will go to Maris rest and relaxation and red wine fund. He deserves it. He’s been slaving away, putting up with everyone’s demands from the kitchen long enough, let’s face it. “PS. He is horrified this fund exists but please don’t let that stop you from giving.” The fund has currently raised more than $5000. 20000 Cows is open for takeaway Wednesday through to Saturday from 6.30pm.

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NEWS 31 Blue-green algae Red Alert for Lake Ainsworth A Red Alert level warning (high alert) for blue-green algae has been issued for Lake Ainsworth in Lennox Head by Ballina Shire Council. A Red Alert level warning indicates that people should not undertake recreational activities where they may be coming into direct contact with the water such as swimming. Warning signs are positioned at key recreational areas and will remain in place while high levels of bluegreen algae are present. The species of bluegreen algae identified are potentially toxic and may cause gastroenteritis in humans if consumed and skin and eye irritations following contact. People are advised not to enter the water and not to drink untreated water while this Red Alert level warning is in place. Boiling the water does

not remove algal toxins. Town water supplies remain unaffected and safe to drink. People should not eat crayfish where a Red Alert is in place. Any fish caught should be cleaned and washed thoroughly in uncontaminated water and any internal organs disposed of before consumption. Fish fillet meals from algal bloom affected areas should be limited to 1-2 servings per week. Blue-green algae occur naturally and can reproduce quickly in favourable conditions where there is still or slow-flowing water, abundant sunlight and

sufficient levels of nutrients. It is not possible to predict how long the algae will remain at high levels. Regular monitoring will continue by Ballina Shire Council and the alert will be lifted as soon as the high levels of blue green algae dissipate. People who believe they may have been affected by blue-green algae are advised to seek medical advice. Updates about bluegreen algae blooms and Red Alert level warning areas can be obtained by visiting – waternsw.com. au/algae

DEPUTY PREMIER’S PLAN FOR FRUIT PICKING PUBLIC SERVANTS HIGHLIGHTS REGIONAL JOBS FAILURE

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The Public Service Association has lodged a dispute over a plan to get NSW’s public servants to harvest fruit and grains, saying it is a pie in the sky idea from the Deputy Premier. The union lodged the dispute after the Deputy Premier Paul Toole announced a plan to offer Department of Regional NSW weeklong harvest leave to meet workforce demands in the agricultural sector. “Once again, regional NSW is being treated as an afterthought by this government,” Troy Wright, assistant general secretary of the Public Service Association said. “Rather than addressing the systemic workplace

issues in agricultural industry they’ve cooked up a scheme that’s not worth more than the press release it’s written on. “It is a dumb, lazy idea that assumes public servants aren’t already working. The people being asked to volunteer on farms are the people who, among other things, monitor our state’s biosecurity, develop drought resistant crops, and scope future resource and mining opportunities. They deliver economic value to the industry and our state, but the government would rather deploy them to pick apples. “Regional NSW has young people desperate for a job. On the same

day our unemployment numbers went up the Deputy Premier offered people who already have a job another job? “What next? The hospitality sector has a workforce crunch too - should we redeploy prison officers as baristas and get Treasury officials waiting tables? “What about an actual regional jobs plan from this government? That develops sustainable solutions to our agricultural sector’s workforce crisis and delivers safe, well-paid farm work to young people who need it?” The PSA’s dispute will raise a failure to consult with the union on the issue, particularly around safety concerns.

Promoting runway safety at Lismore Regional Airport LISMORE City Council acknowledged Airport Safety Week recently, which aimed to enhance and add to the safety conversation by encouraging all staff and contractors working on an aerodrome to consider their obligations to provide a safe environment for all airport users. As part of the safety focus, staff at Lismore City Council conducted a Foreign Object Debris (FOD) walk to identify any dangerous debris on the entire length of the 1.6km runway. Lismore City Council’s Airport Coordinator, who organised the FOD walk, said council was always committed to ensuring the safety of

all airport users and is embracing this year’s Airport Safety Week theme of ‘Safety is always our destination’. “Foreign objects on runways costs the global aviation industry approximately $4 billion a year, so conducting daily checks is very important to us and FOD walks help to identify objects that drive-by scans may not pick up,” he said. “Having council staff take part in a FOD walk helps make the runway safer for anyone travelling to or from our airport destination. It also helps to raise awareness about the importance of airport safety and to further enhance the strong safety

culture that exists at the airport.” He said to ensure the safety culture at the airport continued, additional measures were conducted throughout the year. “The Lismore Airport runway is inspected every morning, post any incidents, adverse weather or by request from airport operators. The surfaces are also swept several times a year ensuring debris is minimised,” he said. Airport Safety Week is a collaboration between the Australian Airports Association (AAA) and the NZ Airports Association (NZ Airports) and runs from October 18-22.

Walk, roll, ride – another shared path being built WORK on a new shared path on Tennyson Street at Byron Bay will start on October 25. The project, which will cost $1.3 million, will see a new pathway for cyclists, pedestrians, skaters and scooters from Byron Bay Public School, past the recreation ground to the end of Tennyson St to link up to Sandhills which is the proposed location of a new skatepark. Phil Holloway, Director Infrastructure Services, said the project, which was funded by a grant from the Transport for NSW Road Safety Program, would see an enormous amount

of work undertaken in Tennyson Street and take about four months to finish. “Tennyson Street, while only 560m long, is one of the town’s busier streets with two schools, two popular local shops, a church, the Byron Bay War Memorial Gates, tennis courts and the rec ground,” Mr Holloway said. “There’s a lot of cars, children, parents, bikes, scooters and pedestrians so the aim is to make it safer for everyone.” Four pedestrian refuges will be built on Tennyson Street and another two on nearby Browning Street to make crossing the street safer.

The intersection at Marvell Street and Tennyson Street will also be upgraded and sections of the road will be resurfaced. Council staff are contacting and working with stakeholders including schools so they can inform their communities about the work. “We have also contacted the Bryon Bay RSL sub-branch and will continue to work with them to ensure our work does not impact on the town’s War Memorial Gates,” Mr Holloway said. For more information go to council’s website.

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New cemeteries office offers more for the community LISMORE City Council has reopened the Office at the Lismore Memorial Gardens on Skyline Road in Goonellabah. Called the Lismore Memorial Gardens, Crematorium and Cemeteries Office it provides a respectful space to discuss burials at the Lismore Memorial Gardens and rural cemeteries, cremations, memorial services and memorisation and plaques. Commercial Services Business Manager, Kevin Trustum, said that over the past few years it was identified that a dedicated space was required for customers, their families and loved ones to discuss burial and service options, organise a cremation, reserve burial plots and

arrange memorialisation. The new office showcases the range of memorial and plaque options and offers a new range of memorial and commemorative products. Mr Trustum said families could now purchase cremated

remains urns, keepsake urns and cremation jewellery at the office, with a range of the products on display. These urns do allow the family to retain a portion of the cremated remains, while still having a formal memorial gardens interment site.

Council is currently constructing a special plaque-only memorial area, called the Brushbox Memorial Garden, to allow a memorial site where ashes may have been retained or scattered elsewhere. It is also bringing online a new outdoor post-service

wake area to allow families and friends to celebrate the lives of their loved ones in the Memorial Gardens. Lismore City Council’s cemeteries and crematorium honour residents who’ve made Lismore and its Villages the diverse and vibrant

community it is today. Council manages six cemeteries and a crematorium catering for burials, cremations and memorials for cremated remains. Lismore Memorial Gardens is the largest cemetery offering a range of burial and memorialisation options and is the location of the Lismore Crematorium. Council provides a number of other cemeteries in urban, rural and village settings that give residents the option to be buried and memorialised closer to their homes. The new office is open for Monday to Thursday 9am to 3pm. Bookings are recommended and can be made by calling the office on 6625 0500. Bookings can be made by phone on Fridays.

LANDMARK INVESTMENT TO HELP MORE WOMEN AND CHILDREN FLEEING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE THOUSANDS more women and children escaping domestic abuse will be supported with housing and specialist services following a landmark investment by the NSW Government. Premier Dominic Perrottet said the Government would invest an additional $484.3 million – the single biggest investment in tackling domestic and family violence (DFV) in the State’s history. “Everyone has the right to live a life free from violence and abuse, a right that is far too often callously eroded by those who perpetrate domestic violence,” Mr Perrottet said. “Today’s commitment will help to reduce the often devastating impacts of domestic abuse by providing timely access to safe, affordable and appropriate supports and housing assistance so that women and children who bravely escape violence can begin to recover and thrive.” The funding package includes: • $426.6 million over four years to expand Core and Cluster to deliver and operate

around 75 extra women’s refuges that support women and children escaping DFV. Under the Core and Cluster model, self-contained accommodation is located next to a ‘core’, which provides access to services including counselling, legal assistance, education, and employment support. The sites contain meeting rooms, audio-visual equipment for court appearances, communal kitchens, and playgrounds. • $52.5 million over four years towards the Community Housing Innovation Fund (CHIF) partnership with the community housing sector, to provide about 200 sustainable, social and affordable housing dwellings for women

experiencing DFV. • $5.2 million over four years, for a trial in two districts to provide dedicated supports for accompanied children and young people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, with a focus on children and young people impacted by DFV. NSW Police respond to more than 140,000 DFV incidents annually and, tragically, on average, one woman is killed every nine days in Australia by a current or former partner. Minister for Women Bronnie Taylor said DFV was the leading cause of homelessness for women and children, illustrating the high demand for these critical services. “In 2019-20, almost 40 per cent of the people who accessed specialist

homelessness services in NSW, across our cities, regional and rural communities, had experienced domestic abuse,” Mrs Taylor said. “One of the most important things we can do in government is to ensure that when a victimsurvivor makes the courageous decision to leave a violent home – a time when she actually faces the greatest risk – that there’s a secure, supportive environment waiting to help her.” Treasurer Matt Kean said the investment demonstrated the Government’s commitment to support everyone across our diverse communities, especially the most vulnerable. “This historic investment will support women and children impacted by domestic violence for generations to come by almost doubling the number of women’s refuges across the state – it will not only change lives, it will save lives – and there’s no greater legacy than that,” Mr Kean said. Attorney General and Minister for Prevention of Domestic and

Sexual Violence Mark Speakman said children are often referred to as the ‘silent victims’ of DFV, a term that in reality has acted as a loud, rallying call for the Government’s investment in more housing and more specialist supports for young people. Chair of Domestic Violence NSW Annabelle Daniel welcomed the Government’s major investment, and acknowledged all the frontline workers and victim-survivors who have been advocating for greater availability of these crucial services. “We are pleased to see this new funding announcement recognising the urgent need for refuge supports in rural, regional and remote areas and across NSW. Specialist domestic and family violence services are a lifeline for women and children fleeing abuse, and do the work of many agencies combined. We know the numbers of people in need being turned away are continuously increasing due to lack

of space. When we raise awareness about domestic and family violence, women raise their hands for help,” Ms Daniel said. A mother of two young children, Theresa*, was supported by ‘The Orchard’ Core and Cluster accommodation in Orange after she was subjected to severe physical abuse, including strangulation, perpetrated by her partner that forced them to flee the family home. Theresa* said she was able to stay close to her support network while continuing her children’s schooling and her employment, and was later able to obtain a private rental and help through Victims Services. For confidential advice, support and referrals, contact: 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732), The NSW Domestic Violence Line (1800 65 64 63), NSW Rape Crisis (1800 424 017) or Men’s Referral Service (1300 766 491). In an emergency, call Triple Zero (000). *Name changed to protect her identity.

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GREEN LIGHT FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE STRATEGY Motorists in NSW are now closer than ever before to getting behind the wheel of their first electric vehicle (EV) with the NSW Government’s NSW EV Strategy legislation passing through the NSW Parliament. The NSW Government has committed $490 million towards EVs, helping to cut taxes, provide $3,000 rebates and install ultra-fast EV chargers right across the State. Premier Dominic Perrottet said these incentives make NSW the best place in Australia to buy and drive an electric vehicle. “This is a comprehensive suite of measures, which ensures we have the right mix in place to boost the take-up of electric vehicles and give people access to the latest technology,” Mr Perrottet said. “The strategy also starts us down the road of long-term tax reform as we embark on phasing out stamp duty on electric vehicles and making sure everyone who drives on our roads contributes to their funding and maintenance.” Treasurer and Minister for Energy and Environment Matt Kean said the NSW EV Strategy is nation-leading and will ensure at least 50 per cent of new cars sales are EVs by 2030. “To achieve net zero emissions by 2050, the majority of new cars sold in NSW need to be EVs by 2035,” Mr Kean said. “This is the beginning of an EV revolution in NSW, with more drivers set to benefit from lower taxes and $3,000 rebates on their next EV purchase.” “Our Strategy is all about helping more drivers to benefit

for example commuter carparks. EV Fleets Incentive • This incentive, via a reverse auction, will support fleet managers to transition their passenger vehicles and light commercial vehicles to battery and hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicles. Transit lanes • Full battery and hydrogen fuel-cell electric vehicles will be given access to transit T2 and T3 lanes from 1 November 2021 until at least 31 October 2022.

from the latest and best driving technology and I welcome the cross party support for the legislation.” Drivers who have registered a new, eligible EV after 1 September 2021 can apply for a refund of the stamp duty and one of the 25,000 rebates worth $3,000. Applications will open on 1 November 2021. Also from 1 November, eligible electric vehicles will be able to use Transit T2 and T3 lanes until at least 31 October 2022, making travelling in an EV even easier. Minister for Transport and Roads Rob Stokes said the EV Strategy would help to reduce air and noise pollution created on the State’s roads. “The transport sector currently makes up one-fifth of carbon emissions in NSW, with almost half of those coming from passenger vehicles,” Mr Stokes said.

“This policy will give the green light to industry to increase model availability and cut the costs of EVs.” Key features of the NSW EV Strategy Removing stamp duty for EVs • Battery and hydrogen fuel cell EVs up to $78,000 will no longer pay stamp duty on registration from 1 September 2021. • All other EVs, including plug-in hybrids, will no longer pay stamp duty from 1 July 2027 or when EVs make up at least 30 per cent of new car sales, whichever comes first. Providing EV rebates • $3,000 rebates will be available for the first 25,000 new battery or hydrogen fuel-cell EVs under $68,750 sold and then registered from 1 September 2021.

Ambitious NSW Government EV target • NSW Government car fleet will be targeting an all-electric or hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle procurement by 2029-30, including an interim target of 50 per cent by 2025-26. Targeting a comprehensive EV charging network • All households in areas with limited off-street parking will live no more than 5km from an ultra-fast charger. • EV super highways: ultra-fast chargers will be installed at 100km intervals on average along major NSW highways. • EV commuter corridors: ultra-fast chargers will be installed at 5km intervals along major roads in Sydney. • Rolling out more chargers at transport locations,

EV tourism • Designated ‘EV Tourist Drives’ will be introduced across NSW, promoting scenic regional driving routes that have charging infrastructure to support driving regional holidays. • $20 million in grants will be available for tourism businesses such as regional hotels, restaurants and wineries to install destination chargers. Road user charge • Road user charge of 2.5c/ km in today’s dollars (or 2c/km for plug in hybrid EVs) will be deferred to start on the earlier of 1 July 2027 or when EVs make up at least 30 per cent of new car sales. This will replace the revenue forgone through stamp duty exemptions, as well as partially offsetting the erosion of fuel excise, which EV drivers do not pay.

Kilometres of Compassion: walk or run for refugees BALLINA Region for Refugees has entered a team in one of the national Kilometres of Compassion events. The event is a 5k walk or run in Ballina along the coastal paths. On Sunday, November 21, BR4R is moving for a cause that is close to our heart, the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC). The ASRC supports people and families with their basic food, housing and medical needs during their journey to safety and freedom; as well as advocating for a fair, just and welcoming

Australia. You can support our efforts and help reach our fundraising goal by making a secure online donation. Donations made through this platform are secure and will be remitted directly through to the ASRC. Any donation, big or small, can help make a difference. All donations over $2 are tax deductible and a receipt will be sent to you by email. All funds go to the (ASRC) for urgent food, housing, healthcare and more for refugees and

people seeking asylum. Exercise your heart, body and mind together in spirit with fellow Team ASRC members across Australia as we clock up our own kilometres in our very own neighbourhood. Once you have registered, if you wish to walk with others, we will meet at 8am at the Coastguard tower in Ballina. Walk: Ballina North Wall to Black Head return (5k) Park at the coast guard tower. Walk out to the end of the sea wall and back. Walk along

Lighthouse Beach, over the Headland at the Surf Club, then along Shelly Beach to the end at Black Head car park. If you prefer not to walk on sand, you can follow the shared footpath from the Coast Guard tower to Black Head. Both routes, return the same way. Coffee is available at the kiosk at the Surf Club. Walk: Sharps Beach to Angels Beach return (5k) Park at the carpark at the north end of Sharps Beach (opposite the road on to Skinners Head). Head south along Sharps Beach, explore

Angels Flat Rock, and continue south to the end of Angels Beach. Turn around and return up the beach. If you prefer a track, simply stay on the footpath from the car park until you get to the camp site at Angels Beach. Treat yourself to an icy pole at the campsite shop, then return. You can also mix and match, Beach one way, track the other. There is a coffee cart most mornings at the Sharps Beach car park. Walk: Sharps Beach to Lennox Headland return (5k). Park at Sharps Beach

carpark, and follow the path up and over Skinners Head, past the carpark at Little Boulders Beach (enjoy the views from the Iron Peg headland), then follow the new path round the back of Boulders Beach. At the end, just follow the walking track up to Lennox Headland, where you can rest and enjoy the views north to Broken Head and Cape Byron. Return the same route. There is a coffee cart most mornings at the Sharps Beach car park. For any questions, please email President@ br4r.org.au.

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GPS URGENTLY NEED SUPPORT TO TACKLE LOOMING HEALTH CRISIS The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) is calling on government to undertake genuine, sustainable, and properly funded health system reform to better support community-based healthcare. The call comes via the RACGP’s General Practice: Health of the Nation report: (https://www.racgp.org.au/ health-of-the-nation/health-ofthe-nation), an annual health check-up on general practice in Australia. RACGP President Dr Karen Price said that general practices across Australia were doing a tremendous job in challenging circumstances. “General practice is the backbone of the vaccine rollout and will be the backbone of COVID-19 care pathways, including the longterm care of those with ‘long COVID’,” she said. “My message to all GPs, practice managers, nurses, receptionists and administrative workers involved in the rollout is well done and keep up the great work. “Unfortunately, it has not been an easy experience for many practices. Our survey found that almost three out of five GPs reported managing patient expectations about vaccinations to be one of the most challenging issues arising from the pandemic. “Repeated changes to vaccine eligibility requirements left many patients confused and frustrated and unfortunately some took this out on general practice staff. “Community-based care must be front of mind in all major public health decisions, including changes to the vaccine rollout. “Governments at every level must have nimble communication channels into every general practice to manage the changes required to allow for small business planning and adaption. We can’t be put in the position where our patients are informing our staff of the latest changes or even worse, arguing with us over new guidelines and recommendations.” Dr Price said that ensuring the long-term sustainability of the general practice workforce to better support patients must be a priority. “This pandemic will have a lasting impact on the health of many Australians as well as our entire health system, and general practice will play a vital role in the years ahead,” she said. “State health departments

have this month called for Commonwealth crisis funding to help manage the expected pressure on hospitals as restrictions ease across the country and COVID-19 infections spike. “General practice could alleviate pressure on emergency departments and hospitals. But currently, it is in the same position, only we will be managing COVID-positive patients or ‘long-COVID’ patients in the community and without the backing of hospital infrastructure. Government must act now to ensure GPs are funded to do this essential in-community, and in some cases, in-home care. “We also can’t just focus on the here and now either. In order to support patients in communities across Australia, general practice must be resourced properly to manage the long-term fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic. “The lack of meaningful resourcing has led to a critical juncture for general practice, with only 15.2% of final-year medical students in 2019 listing general practice as their first-preference speciality for the future – the lowest number since 2012. The time to act is now. International medical graduates will bolster the workforce, but we must also grow our locally trained workforce. “So, we must address what is holding back future doctors from a career as a GP. A key part of that is putting general practice on a more sustainable, long-term financial footing. “Our survey found that 26% of respondents ranked

Medicare rebates as their highest priority. Almost half of all surveyed GPs indicated that they’re less likely to recommend general practice as a career to their junior colleagues compared to a decade ago. Those who would not recommend this career have strong concerns around their remuneration, recognition, and Medicare billing requirements. “If we are serious about boosting the general practice workforce at a time when it has never been needed more by communities across Australia, we must address long-term funding arrangements. The task of attracting more junior doctors to this career path would be made that much easier and the savings for the entire health system would be immense. “If we shy away from this challenge, it will be detrimental to the entire health system and the health of the nation.” The RACGP President also called for changes to Medicare items. “We know that more and more patients are presenting with mental health concerns,” she said. “Our survey found that for the fifth consecutive year, psychological conditions were the most reported reasons for patient presentations. “GPs are the first port of call for many patients with mental health issues and four out of five surveyed GPs reported that they have patients with mental health conditions that are mostly managed within general practice. The scale of

this task has only grown in 2020 and 2021, especially in my home city of Melbourne which has now experienced more days in lockdown than any other city in the world. “To help patients in need we need new Medicare items for longer mental health consultations so that we can really get to the bottom of what is going on. “It’s also important to keep in mind that GPs are the only medical practitioners that specialise in managing patients with multiple health conditions, including complex health issues. Almost three quarters of surveyed GPs reported that most of their patients have multiple medical conditions. “Unfortunately, during the pandemic we have witnessed patients delaying or avoiding screenings and consultations with their GP and this is particularly problematic for people with complex health issues that need to be carefully managed. Yet Medicare discourages GPs from treating more than one condition in the same consultation and this must change. “Now more than ever, it is essential that we remove this barrier and incentivise longer consultations to support comprehensive care by GPs.” Dr Price said that helping GPs working in aged care must also be a high priority. “Not many people realise that GPs play a vital role in caring for older people in residential aged care and that it is often an acute or chronic health issue that led them to requiring this type of care,” she said.

“We also must not lose sight of the fact that most of the aged care services provided in Australia are delivered to people in the community and these people often require significant contact with their GP. “Ensuring strong access to primary care can make all the difference. For example, people with Dementia entering the aged care system are less likely to experience an increase in prescriptions for medications like antipsychotics if they retain a relationship with their usual GP. We need preventive activities that start many years earlier to support longer, healthier years at home. “However, there are barriers holding back our hardworking GPs. When asked what would make them more likely to work in aged care, two thirds of GP respondents said better remuneration via Medicare items. Furthermore, more than half of the GPs selected fewer administrative burdens and more clinical staff in residential aged care settings as key drivers of decisions about taking up more or less aged care medical services. “So, by tackling these issues we can help our hardworking GPs get on with the job of treating older people in aged care. “The time is right to reform our health system and give GPs a helping hand. GPs in Australia are highly trained and greater investment in general practice needs to reflect that capability.”

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Take to the skies IT IS great news that from November 1, 2021 international travel is back for Australians, well at least if you are a NSW resident! Who would have believed you could travel to Bali, Paris and Helsinki before you could travel to Brisbane, Perth or Hobart? The reopening of domestic borders remains very unclear, with some saying Western Australia may only open to the east by Easter next year In the meantime, our international friends are looking forward to welcoming us back from November 1 this year. Canada, USA, Fiji, UK and much of Europe

amongst others is now open for travel without quarantine for double vaccinated Australian travellers. If you thought that understanding airline rules, visas, tour operator conditions, cross-borders, changing seasons, health precautions, travel insurance and visas were difficult before Covid-19, they have become much more complicated post Covid-19. That is why you will need to have a knowledgeable travel expert to assist you with everything travel related. Travel experts have spent the time when no one was travelling

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accommodation and much more! More important than anything today is travel insurance. Before Covid-19, you should not have gone anywhere without it. This is even more important today. There are no travel policies that will ensure you against government imposed travel restrictions but there are policies that will insure you against a range of specified Covid-19 events, including if you, or someone you are travelling with are unfortunately diagnosed with Covid or are deemed a close contact of a Covid case. A travel expert is interested in your travel

plans and wants to understand why and where you want to go and what you’d like to do. They will do everything to make sure they understand your travel needs and what is going to make your travel dreams a reality. You should ask your travel expert all the questions you want, it will give them a better understanding of the things you’re into and enables them to provide you with personalised recommendations, to make your trip more memorable. Sit back and relax with the knowledge that all your travel plans are being taken care of by a travel expert.

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By Samantha Elley IT HAS unique kerb appeal with a distinct Mediterranean style and now 47 Ocean Drive in Evans Head also carries the title of most expensive house in the

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Enter HighSpec Properties Byron Bay HISTORICALLY reserved for a few lucky contenders, the exclusive Byron and Northern Rivers real estate market is open for business – with new energy set to shake things up. Gone are the days of the market only being accessible to a limited group of property seekers with connections to the off-market space and real estate’s little black book. Born from the Sydney Exodus, HighSpec Properties Byron Bay has grounded their roots at Habitat to shine new light on the most northern parts of New South Wales – and open the doors for every property seeker. The addition to her Sydney office ‘felt right’ for Amanda Gould, one of Sydney’s most renowned and recognised multi-award-winning buyers’ agents. “I’ve always loved Byron and the Northern Rivers and have had many fond memories here. Regional city living is accessible to many more Aussies in light of the Covid-19 pandemic,” says Ms Gould. “The opportunity to showcase the magic

of the north and bring my experience to the landscape is something I don’t take lightly - it’s something I’ve worked on for a long time and the timing couldn’t be better.” Passion is central to the success of a buyer’s agency and getting the right mix brings another layer of conversation, acquisition, and profile. Riddled with competition, a new brand to the Byron and Northern Rivers market is exactly the shakeup the area needs. “I’m targeting a different audience. The audience that needs an advantage in a hyper competitive market, whether they’re local or from interstate, they are looking for a unique opportunity,” shares Amanda Gould. “In the market that we’re in, people are asking for the unimaginable, and up here, it seems to be people are getting it.” “You just don’t get this mix of stock in Sydney and most interstate capital cities but it’s the lifestyle change my clients are most drawn to.” “I’m here to meet the

demand for opulent properties where requirement has been surging during the pandemic and open the door for the locals who need an advantage.” The off-market deal frenzy, coupled with the supply crunch, means Northern home seekers are fanning out beyond the glamorous confines of a limited few areas and revelling in unique opportunities along the North Coast. “We’re pitching to locals who want the door open when looking

Help shape how council manages growth and housing in the Tweed EXPRESSIONS of interest are being sought from key stakeholders with relevant experience to join Tweed Shire Council’s new Project Reference Group to help guide the growth and development of housing in the Tweed. The Project Reference Group (PRG) is intended to provide technical input, impartial information, advice and views to council that will assist in the development of a Growth Management and Housing Strategy for the Tweed. Currently, the Tweed is home to just short of 100,000 people but that figure is projected to jump to 132,221 by 2041. Council’s Director

Planning and Regulation Vince Connell said the Tweed was now at a critical juncture in its development and careful planning was essential to make sure we get the balance right. “As the fastest growing local government area in Northern NSW, it is crucial that housing and employment opportunities are planned in a way that support the local community and economy, while protecting the natural environment and maintaining the scenic qualities that make the Tweed so special,” Mr Connell said. “Housing and employment are diverse and complex land-use issues and we are looking for suitable

people to help Council consider important factors such as supply, affordability, type, location and ease of access to services and facilities.” People with qualifications or experience in relevant government, housing or employment sectors, recognised representatives of relevant communities, or those with a direct and recognised interest in the future of housing and employment opportunities in the Tweed, are invited to apply. Applications close before 4 pm on Wednesday, November 10. Visit yoursaytweed.com.au/ growth_management.

for their next home and interstaters who intend on relocating to the area,” Ms Gould said. “I’m here to create something exceptional and build connections that will give everyone the opportunity to access the best and most soughtafter stock.” Year to date, there has been an astonishing

55% growth and many multimillion-dollar properties sold both on and off market. During the week, Amanda and her local team member Felicity Mackenzie had their sights set on a beautiful home with development potential two streets away from the beach. The dynamic duo

purchased a home in Suffolk Park with an approved DA for a brand-new home to refresh the look and feel, and eventually appeal to a sophisticated buyer. Immediately drawn to the neighbourhood, this was a must for team HighSpec who managed to secure the deal for a competitive price in a heated market. “We have also just secured 5 acres further south in Pimlico for a savvy client,” shares Ms Gould. “It’s the Northern Rivers lifestyle they want, and it’s the Northern Rivers lifestyle they will get.” At HighSpec Properties, Amanda uses decades of experience to arm her clients with the insights and tools they need to make sound property investment decisions. Amanda loves property and delights in making buying Sydney property an exciting and enjoyable experience for her clients.

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Hotel ready for new owners THE Tabulam Hotel is close to being sold, with the property under offer. The classic country pub at 34-42 Clarence Street was listed for $445,000. “Presenting to market the freehold iconic Tabulam Hotel, located in the heart of Tabulam. This rural hotel is a key feature of this village and is the epitome of a friendly and homey rural hotel, that is often enjoyed by locals and tourists alike,” the listing stated. The property includes the public bar, bistro room, beer garden, three accommodation rooms, gaming area, a large walk-in cool room plus bar to base security system.

Tallowood Estate to expand STAGE 9 of the Tallowood Ridge Estate has been approved by Byron Shire Council. The next stage of the subdivision on 89 Tuckeroo Avenue, Mullumbimby will see 47 residential lots built, bringing the total lots of the estate to 283. Tallowood Ridge was approved by the NSW Land and Environment Court in 2010, which included 29 residential allotments as Stage 1 and a concept approval for a total of seven stages comprising about 240 residential lots, roads, open space, rehabilitation areas and associated infrastructure. Stage 8 of Tallowood comprised 47 residential lots and included an

area of land to serve as a corridor linking a vegetated gully and the ridgeline vegetation to the south to be dedicated to council as a public reserve. It was approved in December last year. A footpath/ cycleway is proposed linking the development with Brushbox Drive, providing in effect a short cut for pedestrians and cyclist from the development through to left bank road and vice versa. It is considered this link in infrastructure will enable people to utilise other means of transport other than driving between these two areas of Mullumbimby.

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Whether it’s due to the scarcity of affordable first homes, children staying at home longer than ever, or to providing housing for older family members; granny flats are growing in popularity. If you are considering this as an option, there are two common ways to arrange the money you need: accessing the equity in your property or taking out a

construction loan. Using Equity The simplest way to secure funds for your new granny flat is using equity in your current home. It’s relatively easy to arrange a home loan to build a granny flat if you have enough equity in your existing property and you have sufficient income to support the new loan. Using a Construction Loan

If you don’t have enough equity in your property, another option is to take out a construction loan. Construction loans are usually approved based on the value of the existing property plus the value of the granny flat build contract. Before you begin it’s important to check with your local council to make sure you are working within the

right parameters and regulations, including the rules around using a granny flat as an investment. As the cost of a granny flat could range from $50,000 to more than $250,000, your first step should be to arrange an obligation free consultation to go through your finance options.

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6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 Gardening Australia. Millie Ross visits a wildlife-friendly garden. 8.30 Annika. (Ma) When the body of a scientist is found in Loch Katrine, Annika and the team uncover no shortage of suspects. 9.20 Miniseries: The Accident. (Mals, R) Part 2 of 4. In the aftermath of the tragedy, grief sets in and the investigation begins. 10.05 Talking Heads. (Ma) An actor discusses her latest role. 10.50 ABC Late News. 11.05 The Vaccine. (R) 11.20 Gruen. (R) 12.00 Frayed. (Mal, R) 12.45 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Legends Of The Pharaohs: Mystery Of The Great Pyramid. (PG) A look at the Great Pyramid of Giza. 8.30 Titanic’s Lost Evidence. Examines the sinking of the Titanic and at information recently uncovered about the tragedy. 10.00 Hindenburg: The New Evidence. (PG, R) 11.00 SBS World News Late. 11.30 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mals, R) 12.25 Blood. (Mal, R) 4.05 Ainsley’s Australian Market Menu. (R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 PRIME7 News. 6.30 PRIME7 News @ 6:30. 7.00 Better Homes And Gardens. Johanna Griggs catches up with artist Elise Cameron-Smith. Adam Dovile creates some curvy shelves. Fast Ed makes a no-bake mango cheesecake tart. Dr Harry Cooper helps a dog get over its fears. 8.30 MOVIE: Hacksaw Ridge. (2016, MA15+v, R) Based on a true story. A conscientious objector, who worked as a medic on the frontlines of World War II without ever firing a shot or even carrying a gun, wins the US Medal of Honor. Andrew Garfield, Sam Worthington, Vince Vaughn. 11.15 To Be Advised. 1.00 Home Shopping.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo: Giraffe Migration. (Return, PGa) The African Savannah Precinct is finished. 8.30 MOVIE: Marley & Me. (2008, PGals, R) A married couple adopt a labrador puppy in order to help them decide if they are ready for children. However, as the dog grows up, its antics become rich material for its owner’s newspaper column. Owen Wilson, Jennifer Aniston, Eric Dane. 10.50 MOVIE: The Big Sick. (2017, Mls) 1.05 Destination WA. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Global Shop. (R) 4.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 A Current Affair. (R)

6.30 The Project. Special guest is Tori Amos. 7.30 The Graham Norton Show. (Mlns) Guests include Billy Connolly, Jodie Whittaker, Tom Daley, Dame Eileen Atkins and Lenny Henry. 8.30 To Be Advised. 9.30 Just For Laughs. (MA15+ls, R) Performances from Sammy J, Steve Byrne, Fortune Feimster, Justin Hamilton and Reggie Watts. 10.30 Melbourne Cup Carnival Preview Show. From Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne. 11.00 The Project. (R) Special guest is Tori Amos. 12.00 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) Late night talk show. 1.00 Home Shopping. (R)

CONSUMER ADVICE (P) Pre-school (C) Children (PG) Parental Guidance Recommended (M) Mature Audiences (MA15+) Mature Audiences Only (AV15+) Extreme Adult Violence (R) Repeat (CC) Closed Captions (a) Adult themes (d) Drug references (h) Horror (s) Sex references (l) Language (m) Medical procedures (n) Nudity (v) Violence.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Hard Quiz. 8.30 MOVIE: Ghost Stories. (2018, M) 10.05 Doctor Who. 10.55 Art Works. 11.25 Brush With Fame. 11.55 Live At The Apollo. 12.40am QI. (Final) 1.10 Sick Of It. 1.35 Parks And Recreation. 2.00 Reno 911! 2.20 Growing Up Gracefully. 2.45 News Update. 2.50 Close. 5.00 Rainbow Chicks. 5.05 Five Minutes More. 5.10 Sarah & Duck. 5.20 The Hive. 5.30 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. Noon RocKwiz. 1.00 Gymnastics. Rhythmic Gymnastics World Cup Series, Bulgaria. 2.30 Lee Lin Chin’s Fashionista. 2.40 Chefs’ Line. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.05 Takeshi’s Castle Indonesia. 5.35 Shortland Street. 6.05 RocKwiz. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Hoarders. 9.20 Monica And Sex. 10.20 Hunters. 11.10 Project Blue Book. 11.55 VICE. 1am The X-Files. 2.40 NHK World English News. 3.00 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Home Shopping. 7.00 My

9GEM (82) 6am TV Shop: Home Shopping. 7.00 Creflo Dollar Ministries. 7.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Death In Paradise. 1.10 Days Of Our Lives. 2.05 The Young And The Restless. 3.00 Explore. 3.05 MOVIE: Heavens Above! (1963, PG) 5.30 The Secret Life Of The Zoo. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Saved & Remade. 8.30 MOVIE: Never Say Never Again. (1983, M) 11.10 Heartbeat. 1am TV Shop: Home Shopping.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Motor Racing. Formula 1. Race 17. United States Grand Prix. Highlights. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 JAG. Noon MacGyver. 1.00 Star Trek: Discovery. 2.00 NCIS. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Law & Order: SVU. 11.30 CSI: Crime Scene Investigation. 12.30am Home Shopping. 2.00 Elementary. 3.00 JAG. 4.00 NCIS. 5.00 Diagnosis Murder.

ABC ME (23) 6am Children’s Programs.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Monsieur Hulot’s Holiday. Continued. (1953, French) 6.35 Last Chance Harvey. (2008, PG) 8.15 Arthur And The Two Worlds War. (2010, PG) 10.10 Selkie. (2000, PG) 11.50 This Beautiful Fantastic. (2016, PG) 1.30pm Alone In Space. (2018, PG, Swedish) 3.00 Jappeloup. (2013, PG, French) 5.20 Agatha Christie’s Crooked House. (2017, PG) 7.30 Nightcrawler. (2014, M) 9.40 Oculus. (2013, MA15+) 11.35 Brotherhood Of The Wolf. (2001, MA15+, Italian) 2.10am Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Shopping. 6.30 Fishing

Addiction. 7.30 Creek To Coast. 8.00 American Pickers. 9.00 Highway Thru Hell. 10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Caught On Dashcam. 1.00 Storage Wars: TX. 1.30 Pawn Stars. 2.00 American Pickers. 3.00 Big Easy Motors. 4.00 Timbersports. 4.30 Highway Thru Hell. 5.30 MOVIE: Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach. (1988, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: A Good Day To Die Hard. (2013, M) 9.30 MOVIE: Django Unchained. (2012, MA15+) 1am Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Supergirl. 1.00 Making A Model With Yolanda Hadid. 3.00 Malcolm. 3.30 The Nanny. 4.00 3rd Rock From The Sun. 4.30 That ’70s Show. 5.00 Children’s Programs. 5.15 MOVIE: Earth To Echo. (2014, PG) 7.00 MOVIE: The Golden Compass. (2007, PG) 9.15 MOVIE: Snow White And The Huntsman. (2012, M) 11.40 Malcolm. 12.10am Urbex: Enter At Your Own Risk. 1.10 The Horn. 2.10 Making A Model With Yolanda Hadid. 3.00 Teen Titans Go! 3.30 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 7.00 Seinfeld. 8.00 Becker. 9.00 The Middle. 10.00 Frasier. 11.00 The Big Bang Theory. Noon A Million Little Things. 1.00 2 Broke Girls. 1.30 Seinfeld. 2.30 The Unicorn. 3.00 The King Of Queens. 4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 Movie Night In: Viewer’s Choice. 11.30 Big Bang. Midnight Shopping. 1.30 Stephen Colbert. 2.30 Late Programs.

ABC NEWS (24) 6am News Programs. 3pm ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 4.30 Friday Briefing. 5.00 ABC News Hour. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 7.00 ABC National News. 7.45 The Vaccine. 8.00 Planet America. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 Close Of Business. 10.00 The World. 11.00 The Drum. Midnight ABC Late News. 12.15 Planet America. 1.10 ABC Late News. 1.30 Friday Briefing. 2.00 DW News. 2.30 The Drum. 3.30 DW Conflict Zone. 4.00 The World. 5.00 DW News. 5.15 Close Of Business. 5.40 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD (33) 6am Morning Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Going Places. 11.00 My Life As I Live It. Noon MOVIE: The Fourth Kind. (2009) 1.50 Anthem Sessions Interstitials. 2.00 Intune 08. 3.00 Wapos Bay. 3.25 The Magic Canoe. 3.50 Aussie Bush Tales. 4.00 Project Planet. 4.30 Grace Beside Me. 5.00 Shortland Street. 5.30 Music Voyager. 6.00 Pete & Pio’s Kai Safari. 6.30 Off The Grid With Pio. 7.00 NITV News: Nula. 7.30 MOVIE: Crackers. (1998, M) 9.10 Bedtime Stories. 9.20 Anote’s Ark. 10.20 Message From Mungo. 11.30 Late Programs.

9LIFE (84) 6am Morning Programs. 8.30 The Block: Fans V Faves. 9.30 House Hunters Int. 10.30 House Hunters. 11.00 Explore TV Viking. 11.30 Find Me A Dream Home Australia. Noon House Hunters Int. 1.00 Fixer Upper. 2.00 My Lottery Dream Home. 3.00 The Block: Fans V Faves. 4.00 Lawn & Order. 4.30 Garage Gold. 5.00 Flip Or Flop. 6.00 House Hunters Int. 7.00 House Hunters. 7.30 Maine Cabin Masters. 8.30 Barnwood Builders. 9.30 Building Off The Grid. 10.30 Lakefront Bargain Hunt. 11.00 Late Programs.

SKY NEWS (53) 6am Morning Programs.

1.30pm The Wonderful World Of Puppies. 2.20 The Zoo. 2.35 Dwight In Shining Armour. 3.00 Mystic. 3.40 Matilda And The Ramsay Bunch. 4.00 Step Up To The Plate. 4.35 Holly Hobbie. 5.00 100 Things To Do Before High School. 5.25 Miraculous. 6.00 100% Wolf: Legend Of The Moonstone. 6.30 Barney’s Barrier Reef. 7.00 MOVIE: The Son Of Bigfoot. (2017, PG) 8.30 Good Game Spawn Point. 8.45 Sword Art Online. 9.10 Log Horizon. 9.35 School Of Rock. 10.00 Close.

1pm Nigella Express. 1.30 Kitchen Hero Feast. 2.00 Palisa Anderson’s Water Heart Food. 2.30 Tom Kerridge’s Proper Pub Food. 3.00 Food Lover’s Guide. 3.30 Lidia’s Kitchen. 4.00 Secret Meat Business. 4.30 Asia Unplated. 5.00 Food Safari. 5.30 Cook And The Chef. 6.00 Bake With Anna. 6.30 Nigella Express. 7.00 The Cook Up. 7.30 River Cottage Australia. 8.30 Jamie’s Food Escapes. 9.30 Luke Nguyen’s Greater Mekong. 10.00 The Cook Up. 10.30 Cook And The Chef. 11.00 Late Programs.

Greek Odyssey. 8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Million Dollar Minute. 2.00 Better Homes And Gardens. 3.30 Medical Emergency. 4.30 M*A*S*H. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Border Security: International. 8.30 Martin Clunes: Islands Of America. 9.30 Billy Connolly: The Ultimate World Tour. 10.30 Mighty Ships. 11.40 Late Programs.

7.30 Breakfast Show. 8.00 Breakfast Show. 8.30 Breakfast Show. 9.00 News. 10.00 AM Agenda. 11.00 NewsDay. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 Alan Jones. 2.00 Afternoon Agenda. 3.00 Afternoon Agenda. 4.00 Paul Murray Live. 5.00 News. 6.00 Credlin. 7.00 Bernardi. 8.00 The Media Show. 8.30 The McGregor Angle. 9.00 Hardgrave. 10.00 Full Time Live. 11.00 Late Programs. Please Note: Programs are correct at the time of print and are subject to change by the Networks.

SATURDAY, October 30 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8, 80)

TEN (5)

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 10.00 Rage. (PG) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Annika. (Ma, R) 1.30 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R) 3.00 Restoration Australia. (R) 3.55 Dream Gardens. (R) 4.30 Landline. 5.00 Rick Stein’s Secret France. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 8.40 French News. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 America: News. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Small Business Secrets. (PG, R) 2.30 Athletics. Marathon de Paris. H’lights. 3.30 Destination Flavour. (R) 3.35 Going Places. (R) 4.05 The Architecture Of Ra. 5.35 The Buildings That Fought Hitler. (PG, R)

6.00 Home Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Golden Eagle Day and Eagle Farm Race Day. 5.00 Seven News At 5. 5.30 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG, R)

6.00 Animal Tales. (PGm, R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Today Extra: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Animal Embassy. (PGm, R) 12.30 Destination WA. (PG) 1.00 Good Food Kitchen. 1.30 My Way. (PG) 2.00 Taronga: Who’s Who In The Zoo. (PGa, R) 3.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 4.30 Garden Gurus. 5.00 News: First At Five. 5.30 Getaway. (PG)

6.00 Reel Action. (R) 6.30 Leading The Way. 7.00 Healthy Homes Aust. (R) 7.30 Escape Fishing With ET. (R) 8.00 All 4 Adventure. (PGl, R) 9.00 Taste Of Australia With Hayden Quinn. (R) 9.30 Studio 10: Saturday. (PG) 12.00 Horse Racing. Melbourne Cup Carnival. Victoria Derby Day.

6.00 Monty Don’s French Gardens: The Gourmet Gardens. (R) Part 2 of 3. 7.00 ABC News. Takes a look at today’s top stories. 7.30 Grantchester. (PG) Leonard prepares to stand trial. 8.20 Shetland. (Malv, R) The discovery of Nikki’s body intensifies the search for Zezi. Perez feels time is running out. 9.20 Fires. (Mal, R) Resources are stretched to breaking point when the fire fronts join up creating a megafire. 10.10 Call The Midwife. (PG, R) Lucille faces racism and prejudice. 11.10 Father Brown. (Mv, R) 11.55 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv)

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Celebrity Letters And Numbers. (M) 8.30 Dambusters With Dan Snow. (PG) 9.25 The Secret Life Of Lighthouses. (PGals, R) 10.20 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. (Mals, R) 11.15 MOVIE: Harry Brown. (2009, MA15+dlsv, R) 1.15 MOVIE: The Lost City Of Z. (2016, Malv, R) 3.45 Aust. Market Menu. (R) 4.40 Destination Flavour Bitesize. (R) 4.50 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 8. Sydney SuperNight. Race 20. 8.30 MOVIE: Harry Potter And The Order Of The Phoenix. (2007, PGhv, R) In his fifth year at Hogwarts, Harry Potter must contend with sweeping changes at his school. Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Emma Watson. 11.15 To Be Advised. 12.15 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 8. Sydney SuperNight. Day 1. Highlights. 2.00 Home Shopping. (R)

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 MOVIE: Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again. (2018, PGs, R) Amanda Seyfried. 9.40 MOVIE: Pitch Perfect 3. (2017, Ms, R) The Bellas reunite for a USO tour. Anna Kendrick. 11.35 MOVIE: 40 Days And 40 Nights. (2002, Mls, R) 1.20 A Current Affair. (R) 1.45 Explore. (R) 2.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 Global Shop. (R) 5.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.30 Wesley Impact With Stu Cameron. (PG)

6.00 10 News First. 7.00 Making It Australia. In the semi-final of the competition, the makers tackle challenges that are all about hopes and dreams. 8.30 To Be Advised. 9.30 Ambulance. (PGadl, R) When thousands of visitors flock to Liverpool for the Grand National weekend, the North West Ambulance Service finds themselves under immense pressure as they face one of their busiest nights of the year. 11.30 To Be Advised. 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Hour Of Power. Religious program.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Sir Mouse. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.20 Live At The Apollo. 9.05 The Stand Up Sketch Show. 9.30 Sammy J. 9.35 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 10.15 Ghosts. 10.45 This Time With Alan Partridge. 11.15 Would I Lie To You? 11.45 Unprotected Sets. 12.10am Bridget Christie: Stand Up For Her. 1.00 Red Dwarf. 1.30 Escape From The City. 2.30 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. Noon Wellington Paranormal. 3.25 Tattoo Age. 3.55 Lee Lin Chin’s Fashionista. 4.05 WorldWatch. 5.35 Celebrity Mastermind. 6.40 The Bee Whisperer. 7.40 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. 8.30 Sydney’s Super Tunnel. 9.30 The X-Files. Midnight Dateline. 12.30 Insight. 1.30 VICE Investigates. 2.30 France 24. 3.00 Thai News. 3.30 Bangla News. 4.00 Punjabi News. 4.30 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Shopping. 8.30 Travel Oz. 10.00 Animal Rescue. 11.00 Our Town. 11.30 Weekender. Noon Creek To Coast. 12.30 Sydney Weekender. 1.00 House Of Wellness. 2.00 Mighty Ships. 3.00 MOVIE: Kissin’ Cousins. (1964) 5.00 Horse Racing. Golden Eagle Day and Eagle Farm Race Day. 5.30 Martin Clunes: Islands Of America. 6.30 Crufts Dog Show. 7.30 The Yorkshire Vet. 8.30 Escape To The Country. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Newstyle Direct. 6.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. 10.00 Edgar Wallace Mysteries. 11.15 Saved & Remade. 12.15pm MOVIE: Nicholas Nickleby. (1947) 2.30 MOVIE: Sahara. (1943, PG) 4.35 MOVIE: The Bridge At Remagen. (1969, PG) 7.00 MOVIE: A View To A Kill. (1985, PG) 9.40 MOVIE: The Living Daylights. (1987, PG) 12.10am Heartbeat. 1.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 9.00 Melbourne Cup Carnival Preview Show. 9.30 Soccer. Women’s International Friendly. Australia v Brazil. Game 2. Replay. 12.30pm JAG. 1.30 The Doctors. 2.30 One Strange Rock. 3.30 Pat Callinan’s 4x4 Adventures. 4.30 iFish. 5.00 Reel Action. 5.30 Scorpion. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 NCIS: New Orleans. 10.20 MacGyver. 11.20 CSI. 1.10am 48 Hours. 2.10 Late Programs.

ABC ME (23)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.45pm Log Horizon. 3.15 Sailor Moon Crystal. 3.35 Voltron: Legendary Defender. 4.00 Step Up To The Plate. 4.35 Holly Hobbie. 5.00 100 Things To Do Before High School. 5.25 Miraculous. 6.00 100% Wolf: Legend Of The Moonstone. 6.30 Secrets Of Skin. 7.00 Horrible Histories. 7.35 Doctor Who. 8.20 Lost In Oz. 8.55 All Hail King Julien. 9.20 Find Me In Paris. 9.45 School Of Rock. 10.05 Close.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Jappeloup. Continued. (2013, PG, French) 8.00 The Life And Death Of Colonel Blimp. (1943, PG) 11.00 Agatha Christie’s Crooked House. (2017, PG) 1.05pm Arthur And The Two Worlds War. (2010, PG) 3.05 Last Chance Harvey. (2008, PG) 4.45 This Beautiful Fantastic. (2016, PG) 6.25 Florence Foster Jenkins. (2016, PG) 8.30 Miniseries: New Gold Mountain. 11.25 Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Timbersports. 1.00 Blokesworld. 1.30 Dipper’s Backyard BBQ Wars. 2.00 Inside Line. 3.00 Seven’s Motorsport Classic. 3.30 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 8. Sydney SuperNight. Support Races, Qualifying and Top 10 Shootout. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 MOVIE: Alita: Battle Angel. (2019, M) 10.05 MOVIE: Logan. (2017, MA15+) 12.55am Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs. 1.30pm Malcolm. 2.30 Liquid Science. 3.30 MOVIE: Arthur Christmas. (2011) 5.30 MOVIE: The Spy Next Door. (2010, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Jurassic World. (2015, M) 9.55 MOVIE: The Legend Of Tarzan. (2016, M) 12.05am Young, Dumb And Banged Up In The Sun. 1.05 Mexican Dynasties. 2.00 Social Fabric. 2.30 Liquid Science. 3.00 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 7.00 The King Of Queens. 8.00 Becker. 9.00 The Middle. 10.00 To Be Advised. 2pm The Neighborhood. 3.00 Friends. 6.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.45 2 Broke Girls. 12.10am Home Shopping. 1.40 2 Broke Girls. 2.35 A Million Little Things. 3.30 Friends. 4.30 Home Shopping.

ABC NEWS (24) 6am News Programs. 3pm ABC News. 3.30 The Breakfast Couch. 4.00 ABC News. 4.30 Q+A Highlights. 5.00 ABC News. 5.05 Planet America. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 6.30 ABC News Regional. 7.00 ABC National News. 7.30 Australian Story. 8.00 ABC News Tonight. 8.10 Four Corners. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 Movin’ To The Country. 10.00 ABC News Weekend. 10.30 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD (33) 6am Morning Programs. 2.30pm Mississippi Adventure. 3.30 Amy Schumer Learns To Cook. 4.00 Born To Cook. 4.30 Gourmet Express. 5.30 How To Cook. 6.00 Cheese Slices. 7.00 South Africa With Gregg Wallace. 7.30 Donal’s Meals In Minutes. 8.30 Ainsley’s Food We Love. 9.30 Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown. 10.30 Bourdain: Parts Unknown. 11.25 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 11.10 Anote’s Ark. 12.10pm Gifts Of The Maarga. 1.00 Rugby League. Queensland Murri Carnival. 2.00 Cricket. 5.00 Indian Country Today. 5.30 APTN National News. 6.00 NITV News: Nula. 6.30 Going Places. 7.30 NITV News Update. 7.40 Through The Wormhole With Morgan Freeman. 8.30 MOVIE: The Descent. (2005, MA15+) 10.15 MOVIE: The Descent 2. (2009, MA15+) 11.55 Late Programs.

9LIFE (84) 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Postcards. Noon Find Me A Dream Home Australia. 12.30 Getaway. 1.00 House Hunters Int. 2.00 House Hunters. 2.30 Barnwood Builders. 3.30 Dream Homes Revealed. 4.30 Building Off The Grid. 5.30 Maine Cabin Masters. 6.30 Log Cabin Living. 7.30 Escape To The Chateau. 8.30 House Hunters. 9.30 House Hunters International. 10.30 House Hunters Reno. 11.30 Late Programs.

SKY NEWS (53)

6am News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Gameday Live. 8.00 Gameday Live. 9.00 Racing Dreams: The Everest. 10.00 News. 11.00 News. Noon News. 12.30 News. 1.00 News. 1.30 News. 2.00 News. 2.30 News. 3.00 News. 3.30 News. 4.00 News. 5.00 News. 6.00 Fox Sports News. 7.00 Bernardi. 8.00 Fox Sports News. 9.00 Fox Sports News. 10.00 Full Time Live. 11.00 Late Programs.

SUNDAY, October 31 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8, 80)

TEN (5)

6.00 Rage. (PG) 7.00 Weekend Breakfast. 9.00 Insiders. 10.00 Offsiders. 10.30 World This Week. (R) 11.00 Compass. (R) 11.30 Praise. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Landline. 1.30 Gardening Aust. (R) 2.30 Rick Stein’s Secret France. (R) 3.30 Secrets Of The Museum. (Final, R) 4.30 Roger Swainston: Drawn To Water. (PG, R) 5.00 Art Works. (PG, R) 5.30 Antiques Roadshow.

6.00 WorldWatch. 7.00 Small Business Secrets. (PG) 7.30 WorldWatch. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 France 24 English News Second Edition. 1.00 Speedweek. 3.00 The AusMoto Show. 3.30 Motor Racing. W Series. Round 7. H’lights. 4.00 Bushfire Animal Rescue. (PGaw, R) 5.00 Small Business Secrets. (PG, R) 5.30 Inside The SS. (PGavw, R)

6.00 Home Shopping. 7.00 Weekend Sunrise. 10.00 The Morning Show: Weekend. (PG) 12.00 Seven’s Motorsport Classic. 12.30 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 8. Sydney SuperNight. Races 21 and 22. 5.30 Sydney Weekender.

6.00 Animal Tales. (PGm, R) 7.00 Weekend Today. 10.00 Sports Sunday. (PG) 11.00 Xtreme Collxtion. (PG, R) 11.30 Fishing Aust. 12.00 Ultimate Rush. (PGl, R) 12.30 World’s Greatest Journeys. (PG, R) 1.30 The Block. (PGl, R) 5.00 News: First At Five. 5.30 RBT. (PGd, R)

6.00 Morning Programs. 8.00 Three Veg And Meat. (R) 8.30 Left Off The Map. (R) 9.00 Destination Dessert. 9.30 St10. (PG) 12.00 Jamie & The Nonnas. (R) 1.00 Taste Of Australia. (R) 1.30 Healthy Homes Aust. 2.00 The People’s Cup: Lexus Melbourne Cup Tour. 2.30 Everyday Gourmet. (R) 3.00 To Be Advised. 4.10 My Market Kitchen. (R) 4.30 Farm To Fork. (PG, R) 5.00 News.

6.30 Back Roads. (Final, R) 7.00 ABC News Sunday. 7.40 Restoration Australia: The Lawns. (PG) Hosted by Anthony Burke. 8.40 Fires. (Final) The fires continue burning. 9.35 We Hunt Together. (Final, MA15+lv) Freddy and Baba get trapped in a cottage. 10.20 Stateless. (Mlv, R) 11.10 Talking Heads. (Ma, R) 11.55 Sherlock. (Final, Mav, R) 1.25 The Prince And The Paedophile. (Mas, R) 2.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.00 The Best Of Back Roads. (PG, R) 5.00 Insiders. (R)

6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Inside Central Station. (M) 8.30 Australia Uncovered: Incarceration Nation. (Malv, R) 10.05 Marry Me, Marry My Family. (Ml, R) 11.05 Lebanese Beauty Queens: Untold Australia. (Mals, R) 12.10 24 Hours In Emergency. (Mal, R) 1.00 Kevin McCloud: Rough Guide To The Future. (Ml, R) 3.40 Ainsley’s Australian Market Menu. (R) 4.35 VICE Guide To Film. (MA15+lv, R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle.

6.00 Seven News. 7.00 7NEWS Spotlight: Alex “Chumpy” Pullin. 8.00 Border Security: Australia’s Front Line. (PG) 8.30 Grace. (MA15+adsv) Grace and Branson find themselves with two apparently unconnected murders on their hands. 10.30 Criminal Confessions. (Mav) 11.30 The Blacklist. (Mav) 12.30 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 8. Sydney SuperNight. Day 2. Highlights. 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 Nine News. 7.00 The Block. (PGl) 8.30 60 Minutes. Current affairs program. 9.30 Nine News Late. A look at the latest news and events. 10.00 The First 48: Deadly Morning. (Ma) 11.00 Cold Case: New Leads Wanted. (Malv, R) 11.50 Chicago Med. (MA15+amv, R) 12.40 The Garden Gurus. (R) 1.05 The Xtreme CollXtion. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Sunday Project. A look at the day’s news. 7.30 Celebrity MasterChef Australia. Celebrities flex their culinary skills. 9.00 CSI: Vegas. (MA15+m) The CSI team investigates when a body is found buried in the luau pit of a Hawaiian-themed hotel. Internal Affairs begins to question Grissom and Sara’s return to the crime lab. 10.00 FBI. (Mv, R) The team welcomes a new member as they search for a killer who orchestrated a mass shooting. 11.00 The Sunday Project. (R) A look at the day’s news. 12.00 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.05pm Dino Dana. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Compass. 8.30 Louis Theroux: The Ultra Zionists. 9.30 Australian Made. 10.55 Big Deal. 11.50 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. 12.40am Unprotected Sets. 1.05 In The Long Run. 1.25 Review With Myles Barlow. (Final) 1.55 Halal Gurls. 2.05 Carpark Clubbing. 2.10 Nightwalkers. 2.25 Close. 5.00 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 SBS Courtside. 10.30 Basketball. NBA. Philadelphia 76ers v Atlanta Hawks. 1pm Fysh. 1.15 My Name Is ... And I’m An Alcoholic. 2.05 Ancient Aliens. 3.45 WorldWatch. 4.15 The Point. 4.45 Insight. 5.45 Underground Worlds. 6.40 Country Music. 7.40 The UnXplained. 8.30 The Tesla Files. 9.20 Criminal Planet. 10.10 Dark Side Of The Ring Confidential. 11.20 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Morning Programs. 8.30 Shopping. 10.00 House Of Wellness. 11.00 The Great Australian Doorstep. 11.30 Caravan & Camping WA. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.15 Jabba’s Movies. 1.45 MOVIE: North By Northwest. (1959, PG) 4.45 MOVIE: Dial M For Murder. (1954, PG) 7.00 Border Security. 8.30 Chris Tarrant’s Extreme Railways. 9.30 Mighty Trains. 10.30 QE2: The World’s Greatest Cruise Ship. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am Morning Programs. 8.30 The Incredible Journey. 9.00 TV Shop. 10.00 My Favorite Martian. 10.30 Edgar Wallace Mysteries. 11.45 Garden Gurus. 12.15pm Getaway. 12.45 MOVIE: For Better, For Worse. (1954) 2.30 MOVIE: The Cruel Sea. (1953, PG) 5.05 MOVIE: What Did You Do In The War, Daddy? (1966, PG) 7.30 Agatha Raisin. 8.30 MOVIE: Licence To Kill. (1989, M) 11.10 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Healthy Homes Aust. 9.30 Escape Fishing. 10.00 Pooches At Play. 10.30 The Doctors. 11.30 Scorpion. 1.30pm Bondi Rescue. 2.00 The Offroad Adventure Show. 3.00 All 4 Adventure. 4.00 RV Daily Foodie Trails. 4.30 What’s Up Down Under. 5.00 I Fish. 5.30 Bondi Rescue. 6.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 9.25 Star Trek: Discovery. 10.25 NCIS: LA. 11.20 Late Programs.

ABC ME (23)

6am Children’s Programs. 2.50pm SheZow. 3.15 Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs. 3.40 Grojband. 4.00 Step Up To The Plate. 4.40 Little Lunch. 5.05 100 Things To Do Before High School. 5.25 Miraculous. 6.00 100% Wolf: Legend Of The Moonstone. 6.30 Spookiz. (Premiere) 7.50 Horrible Histories. 8.20 Step Up To The Plate. 9.20 Find Me In Paris. 9.45 School Of Rock. 10.05 Rage. 11.10 Close.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 7.40 This Beautiful Fantastic. (2016, PG) 9.20 Florence Foster Jenkins. (2016, PG) 11.25 Son Of Saul. (2015, M, Hungarian) 1.25pm The Life And Death Of Colonel Blimp. (1943, PG) 4.25 The Three Musketeers. (1973, PG) 6.25 Heidi. (2015, PG, German) 8.30 The Woman In Black. (2012, M) 10.15 Day Of The Dead. (1985, MA15+) 12.10am Late Programs.

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6am Home Shopping. 6.30 Million Dollar Catch. 7.00 The Fishing Show By AFN. 8.00 Home Shopping. 10.00 Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Game 25. Sydney Thunder v Hobart Hurricanes. 1.30pm Cricket. Women’s Big Bash League. Game 27. Brisbane Heat v Melbourne Stars. 5.00 MOVIE: Superman III. (1983, PG) 7.30 MOVIE: Suicide Squad. (2016, M) 10.00 MOVIE: Justice League. (2017, M) 12.25am Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs. 1.40pm Visions Of Greatness. 2.40 Road Trick. 3.40 Race Across The World. 5.00 MOVIE: Goosebumps. (2015, PG) 7.00 MOVIE: The Addams Family. (1991, PG) 9.00 MOVIE: Addams Family Values. (1993, PG) 11.00 MOVIE: Halloween. (2018, MA15+) 1am Race Across The World. 2.20 The Break Boys. 2.50 Clarence. 3.00 Power Rangers Super Beast Morphers. 3.30 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am This Is Us. 6.55 The Neighborhood. 7.55 The Middle. 8.50 Neighbours. 10.50 To Be Advised. 12.30pm Making It Australia. 2.00 To Be Advised. 3.10 Friends. 6.00 The Big Bang Theory. 8.30 The Neighborhood. 9.30 2 Broke Girls. Midnight Home Shopping. 1.30 To Be Advised. 3.30 This Is Us. 4.30 Home Shopping.

ABC NEWS (24) 6am News Programs. 1pm ABC News. 1.30 Q+A Highlights. 2.00 ABC News. 2.30 Aust Story. 3.00 ABC News. 3.30 Offsiders. 4.00 Landline. 5.00 News. 5.30 World This Week. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 6.30 Movin’ To The Country. 7.00 ABC News Sunday. 7.40 The Beautiful Bush. 8.00 Insiders. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 Australian Story. 10.00 ABC News Weekend. 10.30 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD (33) 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Bourdain: Parts Unknown. 12.30pm Mississippi Adventure. 1.30 Lidia’s Kitchen. 2.00 The Cook Up. 4.30 Cook And The Chef. 5.30 Gino’s Italian Escape. 6.30 Adam & Poh’s Malaysia In Australia. 7.00 India Unplated. 7.30 Exploring China: A Culinary Adventure. 8.35 Rick Stein’s Far Eastern Odyssey. 9.45 Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown. 10.40 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 11.15 Football. WKFL. From Western Australia. 12.45pm Motor Racing. Dakar Rally. Highlights. 1.15 Soccer. Serie A. Highlights. 3.00 Rugby Union. NT Monsoon Rugby Union. 4.30 Softball. SA Premier League. 6.00 NITV News: Nula. 6.30 Artefact. 7.25 NITV News Update. 7.35 First Australians. 8.30 Australia Uncovered: Incarceration Nation. 10.00 The Habits Of New Norcia. 10.50 Late Programs.

9LIFE (84) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 House Hunters Reno. Noon Dream Homes Revealed. 1.00 Explore TV Viking. 1.30 Find Me A Dream Home Australia. 2.00 Good Food Kitchen. 2.30 Renovate Or Rebuild. 3.30 Log Cabin Living. 4.30 Fixer Upper. 5.30 House Hunters. 6.30 House Hunters Int. 7.30 Good Bones. 8.30 A Sale Of Two Cities. 9.30 My Lottery Dream Home. 10.30 Fixer To Fabulous. 11.30 Late Programs.

SKY NEWS (53)

6am News. 6.30 News. 7.00 Gameday Live. 8.00 Sunday Agenda. 9.00 Outsiders. 10.00 Outsiders. 11.00 Weekend Live. Noon News. 12.30 News. 1.00 News. 1.30 News. 2.00 News. 2.30 News. 3.00 News. 3.30 News. 4.00 News. 5.00 News. 6.00 Sharri. 7.00 Chris Smith Tonight. 8.00 In My View. 9.00 Paul Murray Live. 10.00 Going Nuclear: The Clean Energy Debate. 11.00 Late Programs.

MONDAY, November 1 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8, 80)

TEN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Landline. (R) 11.00 Restoration Australia. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Shetland. (Malv, R) 2.00 Doctor Foster. (Mals, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons. 4.10 Love On The Spectrum. (PG, R) 5.10 Grand Designs Australia. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 America: News. 1.00 Al Jazeera. 2.00 Inside Central Station. (M, R) 3.00 Where Are You Really From? (PG, R) 3.30 Destination Flavour. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.10 Supervet Specials. (Premiere, PG) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: His Perfect Obsession. (2018, Masv, R) 2.00 Police: Hour Of Duty. (Malv, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 The Block. (PGl, R) 1.30 Getaway. (PG, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 The Talk. (PGa) 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) 7.30 Bold. (PG, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGal) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.30 Entertainment Tonight. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 4.00 Everyday Gourmet With Justine Schofield. (R) 4.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Australian Story. 8.30 Four Corners. 9.15 Media Watch. (PG) 9.35 The Detectives. (Madl) 10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. (R) 11.05 Big Deal. (Ml, R) 12.05 We Hunt Together. (Final, MA15+lv, R) 12.50 Miniseries: The Accident. (Mals, R) 1.40 How To Build A Time Machine. (R) 2.40 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.35 Britain’s Most Historic Towns. (PGavw, R) 8.30 Saved By A Stranger. (M) 9.30 The Best Of 24 Hours In Emergency. (Premiere, M) 10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 Bosch. (Malsv) 11.40 An Ordinary Woman. (Malv) 1.40 Deep State. (Mlv, R) 3.40 Ainsley’s Australian Market Menu. (R) 4.35 VICE Guide To Film. (MA15+sv, R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle.

6.00 PRIME7 News. 6.30 PRIME7 News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 Big Brother VIP. (Premiere, PG) Twelve VIPs are invited to take a holiday from their celebrity lives and move into a luxury hotel. 9.30 MOVIE: The Meg. (2018, Mv, R) A group of scientists exploring the Marianas Trench encounter a giant shark. Jason Statham, Li Bingbing, Rainn Wilson. 11.45 The Goldbergs. (PGl) 12.15 God Friended Me. (PGav, R) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Parental Guidance. (Premiere, PGal) Hosted by Allison Langdon. 9.00 Love Island Australia. (Mls) Hosted by Sophie Monk. 10.00 Kath & Kim. (PGls, R) 11.10 Nine News Late. 11.40 New Amsterdam. (Mam, R) 12.30 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events. 7.30 Celebrity MasterChef Australia. Celebrities flex their culinary skills. 8.40 Have You Been Paying Attention? Celebrity panellists compete to see who can remember the most about events of the week. 9.40 Melbourne Cup Preview Show. A look at the upcoming Melbourne Cup. 10.40 To Be Advised. 11.40 The Project. (R) 12.40 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC TV PLUS (22)

6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 To Be Advised. 8.30 David Attenborough’s Rise Of Animals. (Final) 9.35 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces. (Final) 10.20 Doctor Who. 11.05 To Be Advised. 11.50 Escape From The City. 12.50am Red Dwarf. 1.20 Community. 1.40 The Letdown. 2.15 Parks And Recreation. 2.35 Reno 911! 3.00 Growing Up Gracefully. 3.25 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. 10.00 SBS Courtside. 10.30 Basketball. NBA. Brooklyn Nets v Detroit Pistons. 1pm Counter Space. 2.00 How To Rob A Bank. 2.45 Chefs’ Line. 3.45 WorldWatch. 5.05 Takeshi’s Castle Indonesia. 5.35 Shortland Street. 6.05 RocKwiz. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Taskmaster. 9.20 Hypothetical. (Final) 10.10 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Morning Programs. 8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. 10.30 Jabba’s Movies. 11.00 Mighty Trains. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Million Dollar Minute. 2.00 The Bay. 3.00 Sydney Weekender. 3.30 Coastwatch Oz. 4.30 M*A*S*H. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Doc Martin. 8.30 The Inspector Lynley Mysteries. 10.30 Cold Case. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 TV Shop. 9.30 Newstyle Direct. 10.00 Danoz. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Agatha Raisin. 1.00 Days Of Our Lives. 1.55 The Young And The Restless. 2.50 Antiques Roadshow. 3.20 MOVIE: Hobson’s Choice. (1954, PG) 5.30 The Secret Life Of The Zoo. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Poirot. 8.40 MOVIE: GoldenEye. (1995, PG) 11.20 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 The Doctors. 9.00 Demolition Down Under. 10.00 JAG. Noon SEAL Team. 1.00 NCIS. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 11.15 Star Trek: Discovery. 12.10am Home Shopping. 2.10 48 Hours. 3.10 Diagnosis Murder. 4.05 NCIS. 5.00 The Doctors.

ABC ME (23)

6am Children’s Programs. 3pm Mystic. 3.40 Matilda And The Ramsay Bunch. 4.00 Step Up To The Plate. 4.35 Almost Never. 5.05 100 Things To Do Before High School. 5.30 Miraculous. 6.00 100% Wolf: Legend Of The Moonstone. 6.30 Barney’s Barrier Reef. 7.00 Horrible Histories. 7.35 Doctor Who. 8.25 Rage. 9.25 All Hail King Julien. 9.50 Find Me In Paris. 10.15 School Of Rock. 10.40 Rage. 11.40 Close.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Morning Programs. 6.45 The Three Musketeers. (1973, PG) 8.45 Richard The Stork. (2017) 10.20 The ABCs Of Love. (2020, M, French) 11.55 Heidi. (2015, PG, German) 2pm The Thief Lord. (2006, PG) 3.50 The Triplets Of Belleville. (2003, PG, French) 5.20 Mission Mangal. (2019, PG, Hindi) 7.40 The Damned United. (2009, M) 9.30 Angrezi Medium. (2020, PG, Hindi) 12.10am Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs. 12.30pm Big Easy Motors. 1.00 Inside Line. 2.00 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 8. Sydney SuperNight. Race 20. Replay. 3.30 Motor Racing. Supercars Championship. Round 8. Sydney SuperNight. Day 2. Highlights. 4.30 7th Gear. 5.30 Storage Wars: TX. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 American Pickers. 8.30 MOVIE: Terminator 2. (1991, M) 11.20 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Supergirl. 1.00 Vanderpump Rules. 2.00 Mexican Dynasties. 3.00 Malcolm. 4.00 Children’s Programs. 5.00 Malcolm. 6.00 The Nanny. 6.30 3rd Rock From The Sun. 7.00 That ’70s Show. 7.30 RBT. 8.30 To Be Advised. 10.30 Stunt Science. 11.30 3rd Rock From The Sun. Midnight The Arrangement. 1.00 Vanderpump Rules. 2.00 Mexican Dynasties. 2.50 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am The Big Bang Theory. 7.00 Friends. 9.00 The Middle. 10.30 The Unicorn. 11.00 The Neighborhood. Noon A Million Little Things. 1.00 Nancy Drew. 3.00 The King Of Queens. 4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 Seinfeld. 11.00 The Unicorn. 11.30 Friends. Midnight Shopping. 1.30 Stephen Colbert. 2.30 Late Programs.

ABC NEWS (24) 6am News Programs. 3pm ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News Hour. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 7.00 ABC National News. 8.00 ABC News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 7.30. 10.00 The World. 11.00 The Drum. Midnight ABC Late News. 12.30 Q+A Highlights. 1.00 ABC Late News. 1.15 The Business. 1.30 7.30. 2.00 DW News. 2.30 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD (33) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Food Factory USA. 2.30 Tom Kerridge’s Proper Pub Food. 3.00 Food Lover’s Guide. 3.30 Oliver’s Twist. 4.00 Secret Meat Business. 4.30 Asia Unplated. 5.00 Food Safari. 5.30 Cook And The Chef. 6.00 Bake With Anna. 6.30 Nigella Express. 7.00 The Cook Up. 7.30 Food Fight Club. 8.30 Rick Stein’s Cornwall. 9.30 Luke Nguyen’s UK. 10.00 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Sam Watson: The Street Fighting Years. 3.00 Jarjums. 3.25 The Magic Canoe. 3.50 Jarjums. 5.00 Shortland Street. 5.30 Chefs’ Line. 6.00 The 77 Percent. 6.30 Off The Grid With Pio. 7.00 Our Stories. 7.15 Keep Calm And Decolonize. 7.20 News. 7.30 Road Open. 7.40 Through The Wormhole. 8.30 Living Black. 9.00 Cold Justice. 10.00 Late Programs.

9LIFE (84) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 Dream Homes Revealed. 11.00 Postcards. 11.30 Find Me A Dream Home Australia. Noon Building Alaska. 1.00 A Sale Of Two Cities. 2.00 My Lottery Dream Home. 3.00 The Block: Fans V Faves. 4.00 Garage Gold. 5.00 Good Bones. 6.00 House Hunters Int. 7.00 House Hunters. 8.30 Renovate Or Rebuild. 9.30 100 Day Dream Home. 10.30 Selling The Big Easy. 11.00 Late Programs.

SKY NEWS (53)

6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Breakfast Show. 8.00 Breakfast Show. 8.30 Breakfast Show. 9.00 News. 10.00 AM Agenda. 11.00 NewsDay. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 Outsiders. 2.00 Afternoon Agenda. 3.00 Afternoon Agenda. 4.00 Paul Murray Live. 5.00 News. 6.00 Credlin. 7.00 Bolt Report. 8.00 Alan Jones. 9.00 Paul Murray Live. 10.00 PML Later. 11.00 Late Programs.

TUESDAY, November 2 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8, 80)

TEN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Four Corners. (R) 11.00 Antiques Roadshow. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Grantchester. (PG, R) 2.00 Doctor Foster. (Mls, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons. 4.05 Love On The Spectrum. (R) 5.05 Grand Designs Australia. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 America: News. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Destination Flavour China Bitesize. (R) 2.05 The Queen And The Coup. (Mav, R) 3.00 Where Are You Really From? (PG, R) 3.30 Destination Flavour. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.10 My Grandparents’ War. (PG, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: Dangerous Matrimony. (2018, Mv, R) 2.00 Police: Hour Of Duty. (M, R) 3.00 The Chase. 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 Parental Guidance. (PGal, R) 1.30 Good Food Kitchen. (R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 The Talk. (PGa) Talk show. 7.00 Studio 10. (PG) Panel discussion, featuring Sarah Harris and Tristan MacManus, who tackle all manner of topics. 10.00 Horse Racing. Melbourne Cup Carnival. Melbourne Cup Day. Featuring the Group 1 $8 million Melbourne Cup (3200m). From Flemington Racecourse, Melbourne. 5.30 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.05 The Greek Islands With Julia Bradbury: Rhodes. 8.30 Going Country. (Ml) Part 1 of 2. 9.25 Just Between Us: Family Is What You Make It. 10.35 ABC Late News. 10.50 The Business. (R) 11.05 Q+A. (R) 12.10 Revelation. (MA15+a, R) 1.40 Midsomer Murders. (Mv, R) 3.10 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Great Canadian Railway Journeys. (PGa, R) 8.30 Insight. (R) Presented by Kumi Taguchi. 9.30 Dateline. 10.00 The Feed. 10.30 SBS World News Late. 11.00 The Point. (R) 11.30 Before We Die. (Malv) 12.40 The A Word. (Mal) 4.00 Food Safari. (R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 PRIME7 News. 6.30 PRIME7 News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGav) 7.30 Big Brother VIP. (PG) Hosted by Sonia Kruger. 9.00 Conjoined Twins. (PGa) Explores the world of conjoined twins, discovering how families cope with their extraordinary circumstances. 11.00 The Latest: Seven News. 11.30 The Goldbergs. (PG) Adam sets out to create a movie. 12.00 God Friended Me. (PG, R) 1.00 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Parental Guidance. (PGa) Hosted by Allison Langdon. 8.40 Love Island Australia. (Mls) Hosted by Sophie Monk. 9.40 Travel Guides. (PGl, R) A travel review of North Queensland. 10.40 Nine News Late. 11.10 Damian Lewis: Spy Wars. (Mv) 12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 A Current Affair. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 4.00 Take Two. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events. 7.30 The Dog House Australia. (PG) Narrated by Dr Chris Brown. 8.30 The Cheap Seats. (Mal) Presenters Melanie Bracewell and Tim McDonald take a look at the week that was. 9.25 MOVIE: Ride Like A Girl. (2019, PGal) Follows the story of jockey Michelle Payne, the first female rider to win the Melbourne Cup. Teresa Palmer, Sam Neill. 11.25 The Project. (R) 12.25 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.30 Adam Hills: The Last Leg. 9.10 Ghosts. (Final) 9.40 This Time With Alan Partridge. (Final) 10.10 Frayed. 10.55 Doctor Who. 11.45 In The Long Run. 12.10am Sick Of It. 12.30 Please Like Me. 1.00 The Stand Up Sketch Show. 1.20 Community. 1.45 Parks And Recreation. 2.05 Reno 911! 2.30 Close. 5.05 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. Noon Basketball. NBA. Philadelphia 76ers v Atlanta Hawks. Replay. 2.00 Searchers: Missing And Murdered Indigenous Women. 2.30 Nulla Nulla. 2.40 Chefs’ Line. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.05 Takeshi’s Castle Indonesia. 5.35 Shortland Street. 6.05 RocKwiz. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 Alone. 9.45 Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over. 10.35 Late Programs.

7TWO (62)

6am Home Shopping. 7.00 My Greek Odyssey. 8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Million Dollar Minute. 2.00 The Bay. 3.00 Creek To Coast. 3.30 Coastwatch Oz. 4.30 M*A*S*H. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Pie In The Sky. 8.30 Lewis. 10.30 Without A Trace. 12.30am Mighty Ships. 1.30 The Real Seachange. 2.00 Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 TV Shop. 9.30 Newstyle Direct. 10.00 Danoz. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon Poirot. 1.10 Days Of Our Lives. 2.05 The Young And The Restless. 3.00 Garden Gurus Moments. 3.15 MOVIE: The Raging Moon. (1971, PG) 5.30 The Secret Life Of The Zoo. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 New Tricks. 8.40 MOVIE: Tomorrow Never Dies. (1997, M) 11.05 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Melbourne Cup Preview Show. 9.00 The People’s Cup: Lexus Melbourne Cup Tour. 10.00 JAG. Noon NCIS: Los Angeles. 1.00 NCIS. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Blue Bloods. 10.25 NCIS: New Orleans. 12.15am Home Shopping. 2.15 MOVIE: The Final Destination. (2009, MA15+) 4.00 Elementary. 5.00 JAG.

ABC ME (23)

6am Children’s Programs. 3.40pm Matilda And The Ramsay Bunch. 4.00 Step Up To The Plate. 4.35 Almost Never. 5.05 100 Things To Do Before High School. 5.30 Miraculous. 6.00 100% Wolf: Legend Of The Moonstone. 6.30 Barney’s Barrier Reef. 7.00 Horrible Histories. 7.35 Doctor Who Extra. 8.35 Lost In Oz. 8.55 Danger Mouse. 9.10 All Hail King Julien. 9.30 Find Me In Paris. 9.55 School Of Rock. 10.20 Rage. 11.20 Close.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Mission Mangal. Continued. (2019, PG, Hindi) 7.40 Heidi. (2015, PG, German) 9.45 The Triplets Of Belleville. (2003, PG, French) 11.15 The Three Musketeers. (1973, PG) 1.15pm Angrezi Medium. (2020, PG, Hindi) 3.55 Richard The Stork. (2017) 5.30 The Lunchbox. (2013, PG, Hindi) 7.30 Big Night. (1996, M) 9.30 Bala. (2019, PG, Hindi) 11.55 The Clan. (2015, MA15+, Spanish) 1.55am Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Big Easy Motors. 12.30 Storage Wars: TX. 1.00 American Pickers. 2.00 Road Hauks. 3.00 Big Easy Motors. 3.30 Fish’n With Mates. 4.00 Pawn Stars. 4.30 Highway Thru Hell. 5.30 Storage Wars: TX. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 Highway Patrol. 8.30 Aussie Salvage Squad. 10.30 Outback Truckers. 11.30 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Supergirl. 1.00 Making A Model With Yolanda Hadid. 3.00 Malcolm. 3.30 The Nanny. 4.00 3rd Rock From The Sun. 4.30 That ’70s Show. 5.00 Malcolm. 6.00 The Nanny. 6.30 3rd Rock From The Sun. 7.00 That ’70s Show. 7.30 To Be Advised. 8.30 Tennis. Billie Jean King Cup. Australia v Belgium. 1.30am 3rd Rock From The Sun. 2.00 The Arrangement. 3.00 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 7.00 Seinfeld. 8.00 Becker. 9.00 The Middle. 10.00 Frasier. 11.00 The King Of Queens. Noon A Million Little Things. 1.00 The Big Bang Theory. 1.30 Seinfeld. 3.00 The King Of Queens. 4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 Mom. 11.35 Frasier. Midnight Shopping. 1.30 Late Programs.

ABC NEWS (24) 6am News Programs. 3pm ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News Hour. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 7.00 ABC National News. 8.00 ABC News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.25 7.30. 10.00 The World. 11.00 The Drum. Midnight ABC Late News. 12.30 Aust Story. 1.00 ABC Late News. 1.15 The Business. 1.30 7.30. 2.00 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD (33) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Food Factory USA. 2.30 Tom Kerridge’s Proper Pub Food. 3.00 Food Lover’s Guide. 3.30 Oliver’s Twist. 4.00 Secret Meat Business. 4.30 Asia Unplated. 5.00 Food Safari. 5.30 Cook And The Chef. 6.00 Bake With Anna. 6.30 Nigella Express. 7.00 The Cook Up. 7.30 Giada Entertains. 8.00 David Rocco’s Dolce Africa. 8.30 John Torode’s Korean Food Tour. 9.30 Luke Nguyen’s UK. 10.00 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 1.40pm Tayamangajirri. 2.10 Merchants Of The Wild. 3.00 Wapos Bay. 3.25 The Magic Canoe. 3.50 Aussie Bush Tales. 4.00 Project Planet. 4.30 Grace Beside Me. 5.00 Shortland Street. 5.30 Chefs’ Line. 6.00 Pete & Pio’s Kai Safari. 6.30 Family Rules. 7.30 The Point. 8.00 Living Black. 8.30 Jordan Rides The Bus. 9.30 Black Market. 10.00 Hate Thy Neighbour. 10.50 Late Programs.

9LIFE (84) 6am Morning Programs. 11.00 Garage Gold. Noon House Hunters. 1.00 Selling The Big Easy. 2.00 Renovate Or Rebuild. 3.00 The Block: Fans V Faves. 4.00 Garage Gold. 5.00 100 Day Dream Home. 6.00 House Hunters Int. 7.00 House Hunters. 7.30 Escape To The Chateau: Make Do And Mend. 8.30 Restoration Man. 9.30 Building Off The Grid. 10.30 Beachfront Bargain Hunt. 11.00 Late Programs.

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6am Morning Programs. 7.30 Breakfast Show. 8.00 Breakfast Show. 8.30 Breakfast Show. 9.00 News. 10.00 AM Agenda. 11.00 NewsDay. Noon NewsDay. 1.00 Alan Jones. 2.00 Afternoon Agenda. 3.00 Afternoon Agenda. 4.00 Paul Murray Live. 5.00 News. 6.00 Credlin. 7.00 Bolt Report. 8.00 Alan Jones. 9.00 Paul Murray Live. 10.00 PML Later. 11.00 Late Programs.

WEDNESDAY, November 3 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8, 80)

TEN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Monash And Me. (PG, R) 11.00 Monty Don’s French Gardens. (R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 12.30 Press Club. 1.35 Media Watch. (PG, R) 2.00 Doctor Foster. (Mls, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons. 4.05 Love On The Spectrum. (R) 5.05 Grand Designs Australia. (R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 8.40 French News. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 America: News. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Dateline. (R) 2.30 Insight. (R) 3.30 Destination Flavour. (R) 3.40 The Cook Up. (PG, R) 4.10 My Grandparents’ War. (PGa, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 Seven Morning News. 12.00 MOVIE: I Do, Or Die: A Killer Arrangement. (2020, Mav) 2.00 Police: Hour Of Duty. (Malv, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 Parental Guidance. (PGa, R) 1.00 Desperate Housewives. (Mas, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat.

6.00 The Talk. (PGa) 7.00 Ent. Tonight. 7.30 Bold. (PGa, R) 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) 12.00 Dr Phil. (PGa) 1.00 To Be Advised. 2.40 Entertainment Tonight. 3.00 Judge Judy. (PG) 3.30 My Market Kitchen. (R) 4.00 The Bold And The Beautiful. 5.00 10 News First.

6.00 The Drum. 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 Hard Quiz. (PG) 8.30 Gruen. 9.05 Frayed. (Final) 9.50 Back. (Ml, R) 10.20 To Be Advised. 11.00 ABC Late News. 11.15 The Business. (R) 11.30 Four Corners. (R) 12.20 Media Watch. (PG, R) 12.35 Father Brown. (Mv, R) 1.20 Without Limits. (PG, R) 2.20 To Be Advised. 3.00 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Michael Mosley: Truth About Sleep. (R) 8.35 Michael Palin In North Korea. (R) 9.30 Before We Die. (Premiere, MA15+) 10.25 SBS World News Late. 10.55 Atlantic Crossing. (PGa) 11.55 The Killing. (Mv, R) 2.10 The Handmaid’s Tale. (MA15+av, R) 4.10 Food Safari. (R) 4.40 Destination Flavour: Singapore Bitesize. (R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 PRIME7 News. 6.30 PRIME7 News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 7.30 Big Brother VIP. (PG) The VIPs begin to feel the effects of Big Brother’s food rations and try to increase their food supply. 9.00 America’s Got Talent. (PG) Acts perform in front of a panel of judges hoping to prove they have what it takes to become a star. 11.00 The Latest: Seven News. 11.30 Chicago Fire. (M) The firehouse reacts to some exciting news. 12.30 Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 Parental Guidance. (PGal) 8.40 Love Island Australia. (Mls) Hosted by Sophie Monk. 9.40 Botched: Obsessed. (Mamn) A countdown of obsessed patients. 10.40 Nine News Late. 11.10 Pearson. (Malv) 12.05 Tipping Point. (PG, R) 1.00 A Current Affair. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events. 7.30 The Bachelorette Australia. Hosted by Osher Günsberg. 8.40 Miniseries: Lie With Me. (Mls) Part 1 of 4. Seeking a fresh start, a woman and her husband relocate to Australia, and hire a nanny to care for their kids. 9.40 Bull. (Ma) TAC handles a class action suit against a vaping company selling malfunctioning devices. 11.40 The Project. (R) 12.40 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.00 Would I Lie To You? 8.30 Art Works. 9.00 Last Man Standing: Suge Knight And The Murders Of Biggie & Tupac. 10.45 Doctor Who. 11.35 Going Country. 12.35am Restoration Australia. 1.30 Louis Theroux: The Ultra Zionists. 2.30 Community. 2.50 Parks And Recreation. 3.15 Reno 911! 3.35 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. Noon Basketball. NBA. Brooklyn Nets v Detroit Pistons. Replay. 2.00 Canadian Transgender Healthcare Access. 2.30 Lee Lin Chin’s Fashionista. 2.40 Chefs’ Line. 3.40 WorldWatch. 5.05 Takeshi’s Castle Indonesia. 5.35 Shortland Street. 6.05 RocKwiz. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 How It Feels To Be Free. 10.45 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Home Shopping. 7.00 My Greek Odyssey. 8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Million Dollar Minute. 2.00 The Bay. 3.00 Jabba’s Movies. 3.30 Coastwatch Oz. 4.30 M*A*S*H. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 The Vicar Of Dibley. 8.30 Mrs Brown’s Boys. 10.30 Miranda. 11.10 What A Carry On! 11.45 Bones. 2.15am Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon New Tricks. 1.10 Days Of Our Lives. 2.05 The Young And The Restless. 3.00 Garden Gurus Moments. 3.05 MOVIE: Odette. (1950, PG) 5.30 The Secret Life Of The Zoo. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 As Time Goes By. 8.40 MOVIE: The World Is Not Enough. (1999, M) 11.15 Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 Destination Dessert. 8.30 iFish. 9.00 One Strange Rock. 10.00 JAG. Noon NCIS: Los Angeles. 1.00 NCIS. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 NCIS: Los Angeles. 11.15 MacGyver. 12.10am Home Shopping. 2.10 48 Hours. 3.10 NCIS. 4.05 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 The Doctors.

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6am Children’s Programs. 3pm Mystic. 3.40 Matilda And The Ramsay Bunch. 4.00 Step Up To The Plate. 4.35 Almost Never. 5.05 100 Things To Do Before High School. 5.30 Miraculous. 6.00 100% Wolf: Legend Of The Moonstone. 6.30 Barney’s Barrier Reef. 7.00 Horrible Histories. 7.35 Doctor Who. 8.40 Lost In Oz. 9.10 All Hail King Julien. 9.35 Find Me In Paris. 10.00 School Of Rock. 10.25 Rage. 11.25 Close.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am The Lunchbox. Continued. (2013, PG, Hindi) 7.25 Angrezi Medium. (2020, PG, Hindi) 10.05 The Thief Lord. (2006, PG) 11.55 Mission Mangal. (2019, PG, Hindi) 2.15pm Parade. (1974, French) 3.55 Hacker. (2019, PG, Danish) 5.40 Walking On Sunshine. (2014, PG) 7.30 American Pastoral. (2016, M) 9.30 Gully Boy. (2019, M, Hindi) 12.15am Late Programs.

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs. 9.00 Aussie Salvage Squad. 10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Hard Knocks. 1.30 Inside Line. 2.30 7th Gear. 3.30 Big Easy Motors. 4.00 Fish’n With Mates. 4.30 Highway Thru Hell. 5.30 Storage Wars: TX. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 8.30 Storage Wars. 9.30 Desert Collectors. 10.30 Storage Wars: NY. 11.00 Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Supergirl. 1.00 Vanderpump Rules. 2.00 Mexican Dynasties. 3.00 Malcolm. 3.30 The Nanny. 4.00 3rd Rock From The Sun. 4.30 That ’70s Show. 5.00 Malcolm. 6.00 The Nanny. 6.30 3rd Rock From The Sun. 7.00 That ’70s Show. 7.30 MOVIE: Deepwater Horizon. (2016, M) 9.30 MOVIE: The Net. (1995, M) 11.50 3rd Rock From The Sun. 12.20am The Arrangement. 1.15 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 7.00 The King Of Queens. 8.00 Becker. 9.00 The Middle. 10.00 Frasier. 11.00 Friends. Noon A Million Little Things. (Final) 1.00 2 Broke Girls. 2.00 Mom. 3.00 The King Of Queens. 4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.20 2 Broke Girls. Midnight Shopping. 1.30 Stephen Colbert. 2.30 Late Programs.

ABC NEWS (24) 6am News Programs. 12.30pm Press Club. 1.35 ABC News Day. 3.00 ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News Hour. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 7.00 ABC National News. 8.00 ABC News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 7.30. 10.00 The World. 11.00 The Drum. Midnight ABC Late News. 12.30 The Mix. 1.00 ABC Late News. 1.15 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD (33) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Food Factory USA. 2.30 Best Ever Dishes. 3.00 Food Lover’s Guide. 3.30 Oliver’s Twist. 4.00 Secret Meat Business. 4.30 Asia Unplated. 5.00 Food Safari. 5.30 Cook And The Chef. 6.00 Bake With Anna. 6.30 Nigella Express. 7.00 The Cook Up. 7.30 License To Grill. 8.30 Tom Kerridge’s Barbeque. 9.00 Food Safari Fire. 9.30 Luke Nguyen’s UK. 10.00 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Family Rules. 3.00 Jarjums. 3.25 The Magic Canoe. 3.50 Jarjums. 5.00 Shortland Street. 5.30 Chefs’ Line. 6.00 Pete & Pio’s Kai Safari. 6.30 Cooking Hawaiian Style. 7.00 Our Stories. 7.15 Keep Calm And Decolonize. 7.20 News. 7.30 The Casketeers. 8.00 Wellington Paranormal. 8.30 Red Earth Uncovered. 9.30 Skindigenous. 10.30 News. 10.40 Late Programs.

9LIFE (84) 6am Morning Programs. 11.30 Building Off The Grid. 12.30pm Dream Homes Revealed. 1.30 Getaway. 2.00 Restoration Man. 3.00 The Block: Fans V Faves. 4.00 Lawn & Order. 4.30 Garage Gold. 5.00 Escape To The Chateau: Make Do And Mend. 6.00 House Hunters Int. 7.00 House Hunters. 7.30 Masters Of Flip. 8.30 Home Town. 9.30 Beachfront Bargain Hunt: Renovation. 10.30 Island Life. 11.00 Late Programs.

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THURSDAY, November 4 ABC TV (2)

SBS (3)

PRIME7 (6)

NBN (8, 80)

TEN (5)

6.00 News. 9.00 ABC News Mornings. 10.00 Aust Story. (R) 10.30 The Greek Islands With Julia Bradbury. (R) 11.00 The Crown And Us: The Story Of The Royals In Australia. (PG, R) 12.00 ABC News At Noon. 1.00 Hard Quiz. (PG, R) 1.25 How Deadly World. (PG, R) 2.00 Doctor Foster. (Mals, R) 3.00 ABC News Afternoons. 4.05 Love On The Spectrum. (PG, R) 5.05 Grand Designs Aust. (PG, R)

6.00 WorldWatch. 9.30 Greek News. 10.30 German News. 11.00 Spanish News. 11.30 Turkish News. 12.00 Arabic News F24. 12.30 America: News. 1.00 PBS News. 2.00 Trevor McDonald’s Indian Train Adventure. (R) 2.55 Where Are You Really From? (PGa, R) 3.25 The Cook Up. (PG) 3.55 Bollywood: World’s Biggest Film Industry. (PGav, R) 5.05 Jeopardy! (PG) 5.30 Letters And Numbers. (R)

6.00 Sunrise. 9.00 The Morning Show. (PG) 11.30 News. 12.00 MOVIE: Flowers In The Attic. (2014, Ma, R) 2.00 Kochie’s Business Builders. 2.30 Border Security: America’s Front Line. (PG, R) 3.00 The Chase. (R) 4.00 Seven News At 4. 5.00 The Chase Australia.

6.00 Today. 9.00 Today Extra. (PG) 11.30 Morning News. 12.00 Parental Guidance. (PGal, R) 1.00 Desperate Housewives. (Mas, R) 2.00 Pointless. (PG) 3.00 Tipping Point. (PG) 4.00 Afternoon News. 5.00 Millionaire Hot Seat. (R)

6.00 The Talk. (PGa) Talk show. 7.00 Judge Judy. (PG, R) Real-life courtroom drama, presided over by Judge Judy Sheindlin. 7.30 The Bold And The Beautiful. (R) Donna accidentally reveals a secret. 8.00 Studio 10. (PG) Panel discussion. 12.00 Horse Racing. Melbourne Cup Carnival. Oaks Day.

6.00 The Drum. 6.55 Sammy J. (PG) 7.00 ABC News. 7.30 7.30. 8.00 George Floyd: A Killing That Shook The World. 8.30 Q+A. 9.35 To Be Advised. 10.25 You Can’t Ask That. (Mal, R) 10.45 ABC Late News. 11.00 The Business. (R) 11.20 Pilgrimage: The Road To Santiago. (PG, R) 12.20 The Detectives. (Madl, R) 1.20 Call The Midwife. (PG, R) 2.20 Rage. (MA15+adhlnsv) 4.25 The Drum. (R) 5.20 Sammy J. (PG, R) 5.25 7.30. (R)

6.00 Mastermind Australia. (R) 6.30 SBS World News. 7.30 Coastal Devon & Cornwall With Michael Portillo. (PG) 8.30 Red Election. (MA15+) Adam’s marriage is under strain. 9.30 The Man Putin Couldn’t Kill. Takes a look at the 2020 poisoning of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny. 10.55 SBS World News Late. 11.25 Gomorrah. (MA15+v, R) 12.15 Bullets. (Mdlnv, R) 4.30 Food Safari. (R) 5.00 France 24 Feature. 5.15 NHK World English News. 5.30 Deutsche Welle English News.

6.00 PRIME7 News. 6.30 PRIME7 News @ 6:30. 7.00 Home And Away. (PGa) 8.30 America’s Got Talent. (PG) Acts perform in front of a panel of judges hoping to prove they have what it takes to become a star. 10.30 The Latest: Seven News. 11.00 World’s Deadliest Weather: Caught On Camera. (PGa) A bomb cyclone detonates across northeast America. 12.00 Black-ish. (M) 12.30 Home Shopping. 5.00 Seven Early News. 5.30 Sunrise.

6.00 NBN News. 7.00 A Current Affair. 7.30 RBT. (Ml) 8.30 Paramedics. (M, R) 9.30 Love Island Australia. (Mls) 10.30 Love Island Australia Afterparty. (MA15+als) 11.00 Nine News Late. 11.30 The Fix. (Mv, R) 12.30 Destination WA. (PG, R) 1.00 A Current Affair. (R) 1.30 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 2.30 Global Shop. (R) 3.00 TV Shop: Home Shopping. (R) 5.00 News Early Edition. 5.30 Today.

6.00 10 News First. 6.30 The Project. A look at the day’s news and events. 7.30 The Bachelorette Australia. Hosted by Osher Günsberg. 8.40 Gogglebox. TV fanatics open up their living rooms to reveal their reactions to popular and topical TV shows. 9.40 To Be Advised. 10.40 Blue Bloods. Jamie faces backlash from fellow officers. 11.30 The Project. (R) 12.30 The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. (PG) 1.30 Home Shopping. (R) 4.30 CBS Mornings.

ABC TV PLUS (22) 6am Children’s Programs. 7.15pm Odd Squad. 7.30 Spicks And Specks. 8.30 Penn & Teller: Fool Us. 9.10 Hard Quiz. 9.40 Gruen. 10.15 Doctor Who. 11.05 You Can’t Ask That. 11.35 Rise Of The Animals. (Final) 12.35am Australian Made. 2.00 Community. 2.20 Parks And Recreation. 2.45 Reno 911! 3.05 News Update. 3.10 Close. 5.05 Five Minutes More. 5.10 Sarah & Duck. 5.20 The Hive. 5.30 Late Programs.

VICELAND (31) 6am WorldWatch. Noon Figure Skating. ISU Four Continents C’ships. Replay. 1.30 Tulip. 1.45 Hustle. 2.35 Chefs’ Line. 3.35 WorldWatch. 5.05 Takeshi’s Castle Indonesia. 5.35 Shortland Street. 6.05 RocKwiz. 7.05 Jeopardy! 7.35 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown. 8.30 The Curse Of Oak Island Specials. 10.10 Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish. (Final) 11.00 The Feed. 11.30 Late Programs.

7TWO (62) 6am Home Shopping. 7.00 My Greek Odyssey. 8.00 Harry’s Practice. 8.30 Million Dollar Minute. 9.30 NBC Today. Noon House Of Wellness. 1.00 Million Dollar Minute. 2.00 The Bay. 3.00 Weekender. 3.30 Coastwatch Oz. 4.30 M*A*S*H. 5.30 Escape To The Country. 6.30 Bargain Hunt. 7.30 Father Brown. 8.30 Inspector Morse. 10.50 Murdoch Mysteries. 11.50 Father Brown. 12.50am Late Programs.

9GEM (82) 6am TV Shop. 7.00 Creflo. 7.30 TV Shop. 10.30 Pointless. 11.30 My Favorite Martian. Noon As Time Goes By. 1.10 Days Of Our Lives. 2.05 The Young And The Restless. 3.00 Antiques Roadshow. 3.35 MOVIE: Take Me High. (1974) 5.30 The Secret Life Of The Zoo. 6.30 Antiques Roadshow. 7.30 Death In Paradise. 8.30 Tennis. Billie Jean King Cup. Australia v Belarus. 1.30am Late Programs.

BOLD (51) 6am Home Shopping. 8.00 What’s Up Down Under. 8.30 Escape Fishing With ET. 9.00 Diagnosis Murder. 10.00 JAG. Noon NCIS: Los Angeles. 1.00 NCIS. 3.00 Diagnosis Murder. 5.00 JAG. 7.00 Bondi Rescue. 7.30 NCIS. 8.30 Hawaii Five-0. 10.30 SEAL Team. 12.30am Home Shopping. 2.00 Elementary. 3.00 NCIS. 4.00 Hawaii Five-0.

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6am Children’s Programs. 3.40pm Matilda And The Ramsay Bunch. 4.00 Step Up To The Plate. 4.35 Almost Never. 5.05 100 Things To Do Before High School. 5.30 Miraculous. 6.00 100% Wolf: Legend Of The Moonstone. 6.30 Barney’s Barrier Reef. 7.00 Horrible Histories. 7.35 Doctor Who. 8.25 Lost In Oz. 8.45 Danger Mouse. 9.00 All Hail King Julien. 9.20 Find Me In Paris. 9.50 School Of Rock. 10.10 Rage. 11.10 Close.

SBS MOVIES (32) 6am Bala. Continued. (2019, PG, Hindi) 6.25 Hacker. (2019, PG, Danish) 8.10 Parade. (1974, French) 9.50 The Lunchbox. (2013, PG, Hindi) 11.50 Walking On Sunshine. (2014, PG) 1.40pm Lassie. (2005, PG) 3.30 Ernest & Celestine. (2012, PG) 5.05 Bala. (2019, PG, Hindi) 7.30 The Impossible. (2012, M) 9.35 M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story. (2016, Hindi) 1.05am Late Programs. 5.55 Parade. (1974, French)

7MATE (63) 6am Morning Programs. 10.00 America’s Game. 11.00 A Football Life. Noon Storage Wars. 12.30 Storage Wars: NY. 1.00 Desert Collectors. 2.00 Pawn Stars. 2.30 Road Hauks. 3.30 Big Easy Motors. 4.00 Fish’n With Mates. 4.30 Highway Thru Hell. 5.30 Storage Wars: TX. 6.00 American Pickers. 7.00 Pawn Stars. 7.30 MOVIE: Prometheus. (2012, M) 10.00 MOVIE: Alien Vs Predator. (2004, M) Midnight Late Programs.

9GO! (83) 6am Children’s Programs. Noon Supergirl. 1.00 Vanderpump Rules. 2.00 Mexican Dynasties. 3.00 Malcolm. 3.30 The Nanny. 4.00 3rd Rock From The Sun. 4.30 That ’70s Show. 5.00 Malcolm. 6.00 The Nanny. 6.30 3rd Rock From The Sun. 7.00 That ’70s Show. 7.30 Survivor 41. 8.30 MOVIE: Die Another Day. (2002, M) 11.10 Cosentino: The Elements. 12.35am 3rd Rock From The Sun. 1.05 Late Programs.

PEACH (52) 6am The Late Show With Stephen Colbert. 7.00 Frasier. 8.00 Becker. 9.00 The Middle. 10.00 Frasier. 11.00 The Big Bang Theory. Noon In The Dark. 1.00 2 Broke Girls. 2.00 Mom. 3.00 The King Of Queens. 4.00 Becker. 5.00 Frasier. 6.00 Friends. 6.30 Neighbours. 7.00 Friends. 8.00 The Big Bang Theory. 9.30 The Unicorn. 10.00 Seinfeld. 11.30 Becker. Midnight Shopping. 1.30 Late Programs.

ABC NEWS (24) 6am News Programs. 3pm ABC News Afternoons. 4.00 Afternoon Briefing. 5.00 ABC News Hour. 6.00 ABC Evening News. 7.00 ABC National News. 8.00 ABC News Tonight. 8.45 The Business. 9.00 ABC Nightly News. 9.30 7.30. 10.00 The World. 11.00 The Drum. Midnight ABC Late News. 12.30 Foreign Correspondent. 1.00 ABC Late News. 1.15 The Business. 1.30 7.30. 2.00 Late Programs.

SBS FOOD (33) 6am Morning Programs. 2pm Food Factory USA. 2.30 Best Ever Dishes. 3.00 Food Lover’s Guide. 3.30 Oliver’s Twist. 4.00 Secret Meat Business. 4.30 Asia Unplated. 5.00 Food Safari. 5.30 Cook And The Chef. 6.00 Bake With Anna. 6.30 Nigella Express. 7.00 The Cook Up. 7.30 Our Food, Our Family. 8.00 India Unplated. 8.30 Adam & Poh’s Malaysia In Australia. 9.00 French Odyssey. 9.30 Luke Nguyen’s UK. 10.00 Late Programs.

NITV (34) 6am Morning Programs. 2.50pm Ralph. 3.00 Wapos Bay. 3.25 The Magic Canoe. 3.50 Aussie Bush Tales. 4.00 Project Planet. 4.30 Grace Beside Me. 5.00 Shortland Street. 5.30 Chefs’ Line. 6.00 Pete & Pio’s Kai Safari. 6.30 Cooking Hawaiian Style. 7.00 Our Stories. 7.15 Keep Calm And Decolonize. 7.20 News. 7.30 Going Places With Ernie Dingo. 8.30 MOVIE: Marshall. (2017, M) 10.30 The Point. 11.00 Late Programs.

9LIFE (84) 6am Morning Programs. Noon Home Town. 1.00 Good Food Kitchen. 1.30 Garage Gold. 2.00 Island Life. 3.00 The Block: Fans V Faves. 4.00 Lawn & Order. 4.30 Garage Gold. 5.00 Beachfront Bargain Hunt: Renovation. 6.00 House Hunters Int. 7.00 House Hunters. 7.30 House Hunters International. 8.30 Fixer Upper. 9.30 My Lottery Dream Home. 10.30 Flip Or Flop. 11.00 Late Programs.

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SUPPORT PACKAGE A GAME CHANGER FOR ECONOMIC RECOVERY A $500 million support package to revive the events and tourism industry across NSW will be a game changer that will turbo charge a post COVID economic recovery, according to the state’s peak business organisation, Business NSW. Premier Dominic Perrottet has announced the package, which includes each adult being provided a $50 voucher to spend on accommodation anywhere in the State. “Business NSW has been telling Government since the start of the pandemic that different industries were being impacted in different

ways, but the tourism, hospitality and events sector has been the hardest hit,” said Business NSW Regional Manager Jane Laverty

“What is particularly pleasing is this is not a Sydney centric package but recognises that all of NSW has a part to play in the economic recovery

through regional events and tourism, with support for satellite CBD’s a cornerstone of this funding,” Jane Laverty said.

“Business will be delighted with the Event Saver Fund which allows for immediate financial support for organisers of events that are disrupted or cancelled due to a Public Health Order this summer. This will allow confidence in investment and employment without a fear of being left footing a huge bill. “The exciting part about this support package is that it will actually encourage more business investment and drive a collaborative partnership between business and Government in securing events and once again making NSW the number one destination in the

Asia Pacific region for both business and travel. “What is crucial is the targeted approach the Government takes from here in deciding where the money is spent – this needs to be on a needsbased approach to ensure maximum return on investment. “A united approach using insight from stakeholders on the ground will be crucial to ensuring this package delivers for all of NSW. “Business NSW looks forward to working with the State Government in coming weeks on measures and support that will drive regional recovery,” Mrs Laverty said.

Zero Co breaks the Internet on crowdfunding launch, receives $6m investment from Square Peg Byron Bay-based Zero Co today announced it has received a $6 million investment from global investment firm Square Peg, but it was the zerowaste company’s equity crowdfunding raise that broke the Internet, with demand sending the Birchal platform offline for one hour. In addition to breaking Birchal, Zero Co broke Australian records after becoming the fastest company on the platform to raise $3 million hitting the milestone in just 47 minutes, beating fintech Thrives previous record of three days. Birchal’s systems were overloaded this morning after 2,500 registrants flooded the website to join the Zero Co raise, making it the fastest Australian company to raise $1 million ever, hitting that target in under five minutes, again beating Thrive which held the old record of three hours and 46 minutes. The single-use plasticfree personal-care and home-cleaning brand was

Zero Co founder Mike Smith breaks the Internet.

looking to raise up to $5 million in its first-ever crowd-sourced funding campaign, and did so within six hours and 27 minutes, becoming the largest crowdfund in Australian history.

The campaign attracted 3,082 investors, beating the previous record held by Shebah for a single campaign on the Birchal platform of 2,126. Zero Co-operates a model whereby products

are sent directly to consumers in bottles made from landfill-bound plastic. The company then periodically sends customers refills in pouches (also made from recycled materials) to top up supply. Those pouches are then returned to Zero Co for repeated use. Since launching in November 2020 off the back of a successful Kickstarter campaign, Zero Co has signed up more than 44,000 Aussie households and claims to be turning over more than $1 million every month. Founder Mike Smith believes that asking customers to become shareholders is the solution to building a powerful community that will help Zero Co solve the global single-use plastic platform. “We want our customers to help write the next chapter for Zero Co.

We’re growing at a rapid pace and now we are looking to scale the business and take our audacious mission into international markets,” Smith said. “We want to expand our product range, scale our operations and launch globally so that we can eliminate singleuse plastic from every kitchen, laundry and bathroom. “We’re at such an exciting phase of the business where we are growing a team of incredibly talented people, expanding with the help of our board members whose wealth of knowledge I learn from every day, all whilst fostering and building a passionate customer community who genuinely want to be a part of this journey with us.” The company also

announced today it has received a $6 million investment from Square Peg - news overshadowed by the group’s monumental morning crashing Birchal. Square Peg partner Dan Krasnostein said he was honoured to have joined Smith and the Zero Co community on its mission to rid the world of singleuse plastics. “Community sits at the heart of Zero Co, so it’s particularly special that we’re joining them as investors at an exciting juncture where thousands of Aussies have the opportunity to also become shareholders through their October crowd-sourced funding,” Krasnostein said. “The campaign is yet another example of how unique Mike and the teams’ first-principles thinking, and customer orientation is, and it’s fantastic to be on this journey together.” Zero Co’s existing shareholders will also be investing a further $2 million via a private round. These investors include Skip Capital, former St George Bank CEO Rob Chapman, and NASDAQ-listed Kanbay International founder Raymond Spencer. “We’re incredibly excited to have Square Peg join Zero Co’s audacious mission and are blown away by the support of our community who have shown such strong interest in becoming shareholders of the business,” Smith said. “I can’t wait to grow our team of passionate business partners and work together to solve the single-use plastic problem.”

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Recent Cattle Market Reports

GRAFTON THERE were 152head yarded at Grafton Fat Cattle Sale 12th October 2021. A smaller yarding this week with only 152 head on offer. Quality was mixed. Cows sold slightly dearer, however bullocks slipped 15c/kg which was a reflection of the quality. Young cattle all sold fully firm with light weight Angus steers reaching

838.2c/kg. Sale Highlights include: A/c CB McClymont sold Angus & Murray Grey Cross Steers 395.2c/kg averaged 675kg - $2,667.60 p/hd. A/c S & P Wratten sold Brahman Cross Steers 399.2c/ kg averaged 621.3kg - $2,480.03 p/hd. A/c AW Moran sold Hereford Cross Cows

388.2c/kg averaged 530kg - $2,057.46 p/hd. A/c R & M Smith sold Angus Vealer Steers 810.2c/kg averaged 177.5kg - $1,438.11 p/hd. A/c AP Franklin sold an Angus Vealer Steer 818.2c/kg weighed 165kg - $1,350.03.

Heavier heifers over 250kg averaged 475.1c/kg and reached a top of 600.2c/kg. Bull prices saw an increase this week with 16 head sold reaching a top of 398.2c/kg and average of 318.5c/kg and 691kg. Steer prices were dearer with lighter steers up to 250kg averaging 704.3c/kg and reaching a top price of 938.2c/ kg. Heavier steers over 250kg averaged 536.9c/kg and topped their market at 694.2c/kg. Vealer prices held ﬁrm to slightly dearer this week with 251 head yarded. Lighter vealer up to 250kg averaged 635.0c/kg and reached a top of 868.2c/kg. Heavier vealer over 250kg averaged 557.0c/kg with a

top price of 696.2c/kg. George & Fuhrmann held their monthly store sale on Friday 22 October with 1,035 head sold. Heifers reached a top of 812.2c/kg and averaged 628.8c/kg and 214kg. Steer prices averaged 663.9c/kg and 238kg with a top price of 930.2c/kg. Cows achieved a top return of $2,780.00 whilst Cows & Calves reached $3,660.00. T&W McCormack and Ramsey & Bulmer will hold their monthly store sale at the NRLX on Friday 5 November. Bookings are welcome.

At the Lismore Saleyards on Saturday 16/10/21 there was another strong sale. Just under 800 cattle were sold. Buyers support came from The New England, Western Slopes, Hunter Valley & Victoria as well as the local area. The market reached new levels with lightweights breaking the $9/kg barrier with the tops $9.30/kg, $1,217. Good quality heavy weaner steers sold from $6.20 to $6.80/kg, many returning $1,780 to $1,870. Col Martin’s Charolais $6.70, $1.859. Anne Robertson’s Charolais $6.80, $1,972. Six to 8 months old weaner steers (180-250kg) sold from $7 to $8.40/kg.

Ian Rucker’s Limousin $8.10, $1,549. Weaner heifers ranged from $5.50 to $6.80/kg depending on breed, weight & quality with the odd lightweights $8 to $8.50/kg. It was a handy yarding of cows & calves. The top pen of Angus X cows with big calves oﬀ Bentley topped the day at $3,700 others ranged from $2,600 to $3,100 for the younger or big frame units and $1,700 to $2,400 for those showing age. Our next Saturday Store Sale will be held on the 6th November, please book in any cattle you wish to sell.

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CASINO AGENTS yarded a total of 767 head at the Northern Rivers Livestock Exchange regular prime sale on Wednesday 20 October. The yarding consisted of a good supply of young cattle and a fair penning of cows. Vealers and weaners made up the majority of the young cattle with weaners being of lighter weight and showing some roughness in the coat. Cow prices were slightly down this week averaging 342.8c/kg and reaching a top price of 390.0c/kg. One head sold for a top return of $2,686.73. Heifer prices were stronger this week with lighter heifers up to 250kg averaging 610.6c/kg and topping their category at 798.2c/kg.

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LISMORE 130 CATTLE were sold at the Lismore Saleyards on Tuesday, the market was strong, on a par with last Saturday’s Sale. Cows topped at $3.66/kg for Stan Lovett’s Brangus $2,252. George Parkers bullock returned $2,545. Cows returning to the paddock sold from $3.30 to $3.64/kg. All the vealers/weaners were bought by restockers. Light weaner steers $6.55 to $8.55/kg and heavy weaners $5.30 to $7/kg. Heifers also sold at good rates topping at $7.65 with most ranging from $5.90 to $7.35/kg.

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RURAL AID HELPS FILL THE AG WORKER SHORTAGE Australia’s most trusted out for truck driving rural charity, Rural Aid, is helping fill the agricultural worker shortage created by border closures and travel restrictions. Rural Aid’s Farm Army website provides a platform where volunteers and workers apply for jobs that are listed by farmers needing a hand. Since 2015, thousands of volunteers and workers have found meaningful work on Aussie farms through the Farm Army site. The site has undergone an upgrade, making it easier than ever to find workers. Southeast Queensland pumpkin grower Pauline* has had several volunteers help on her property after a tough few years dealing with flood, drought, mouse plague, personal injury, and covid-19. “We couldn’t find any help. We would normally employ people but with the mouse plague here, the mice were eating our

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pumpkins faster than we could get them picked. We tried to find local workers, but we couldn’t get backpackers, and nobody could take us up on the paid work. We found it really difficult,” she said. “With the Farm Army, we have had someone who was able to come and help us pick. It was

lifesaver. Just to have another person on deck for my husband to work with... it just made such a difference to us.” “With the covid stuff and time restraints, we haven’t had a chance to go out at all and have been probably quite isolated. But to have people on the farm, especially people who

have a sense of farming, it just makes so much difference emotionally.” Pauline is still looking for help on the farm, leading into pumpkin planting season. “Everything that gives you a bit of hope, helps you to keep going,” she said. Rural Aid CEO John Warlters said the Farm

Army is a valuable resource in the current climate. “We know finding workers for harvest is difficult at the moment, which is why we are excited to relaunch the Farm Army website now,” Mr Warlters said. “The platform is great for filling other jobs too. Keep an eye

work, farmhand jobs and caretaking and housesitting roles too. “More than ten thousand volunteers, job seekers and grey nomads are already part of the Farm Army and receive regular job updates,” Mr Warlters said. Retirees and Farm Army members Sandra and Peter Kearns have attended a few jobs on properties across Australia through the Farm Army platform. “We were looking for something other than just being on the road and travelling on the road, we were looking for something meaningful, something rewarding,” said Peter. “We’ve helped muster sheep, crutch sheep and we looked after farmer’s kids. We helped with schooling, baking, and cooking,” Sandra said. The Farm Army is open to primary producers who are registered with Rural Aid. For more information, check out the Farm Army website www.farmarmy.com.au

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NEW HARVEST STRATEGY SECURES THE FUTURE OF FISHERIES IN NSW Minister for Agriculture Adam Marshall today announced the NSW Government has finalised the NSW Harvest Strategy Policy that will secure the future of NSW fisheries. The Harvest Strategy Policy will underpin the consistent and harmonised development of tailored harvest strategies for key NSW fisheries and is being released in tandem with the Harvest Strategy Guidelines. The Guidelines set out practical steps for implementation and monitoring of harvest strategies by fisheries managers, scientists, and stakeholders. Mr Marshall said that both documents will support harvest strategy development across the full range of NSW fisheries, from single species to multi species, both large and smallscale fisheries, as well as fisheries ranging from low to high levels of available data. “Harvest strategies give all stakeholders,

including fishers, the government and the community, certainty about how our fisheries will be managed and provide transparency in decision making,” Mr Marshall said. “The Policy and associated Guidelines were developed, reviewed and endorsed by the Commercial Fishing NSW Advisory Council (CommFish), Recreational Fishing NSW Advisory Council (RFNSW), Aboriginal Fishing Advisory

Council (AFAC) and the Ministerial Fisheries Advisory Council (MFAC). “We started on this journey 12 months ago with the Trawl Whiting fishery. Since then, we have established three more Harvest Strategy Working Groups for Eastern Rock Lobster, Mulloway and Spanner Crab. “Each working group is comprised of an independent chair, independent scientist and independent

economist, along with representatives from the commercial, recreational and Aboriginal fishing sectors, as well as the NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI).” During public exhibition of the Policy in late 2020, submissions were received from recreational and commercial fishing along with academic and conservation interests. Chair of the NSW Seafood Industry Council (NSWSIC)

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Australian dairy at a critical juncture – industry report The Australian dairy industry is at “a critical juncture”, with recent record-breaking profitability in the sector offering a solid footing to reboot muchneeded growth in milk production, according to a new research report. The report, Australian Dairy Industry: At an Important Juncture, by agribusiness banking specialist Rabobank, says “after a rollercoaster ride” over the past decade, Australia’s dairy sector has experienced a remarkable turnaround, underpinned by favourable seasonal conditions, high farmgate pricing and a shift in the balance of power within the supply chain (with increasing competition for milk supply and the introduction of the Dairy Industry Code of Conduct). But capitalising on this current strong position to invest in expanding national milk production will be “vital” for the future success of Australia’s dairy industry, the report says, to take advantage of growth opportunities in export markets. Report author, Rabobank senior dairy analyst Michael Harvey said in recent years the Australian dairy sector had navigated a “perfect storm of widespread drought, isolated bushfires and floods – all coupled with a severe global market and unprecedented industry disruption and instability”. “This turmoil resulted in a squeeze on the profit pool and a drop in milk

growth if there is a profitable and sufficient return based on any planned investment strategy. And for enterprises willing to invest, a well-structured plan and consideration of capital at risk is required,” he said.

solids produced,” he said. “It also zapped farmer confidence, which ultimately heralded a major shift in how the supply chain operates.” Solid footing Right now, though, the report says, the dairy industry finds itself on a solid footing, with record-breaking profitability for many. “The southern Australian dairy region is on track for a third consecutive season of outperforming industry benchmarks for average EBIT (earnings before interest and tax). And there has been a lift in confidence levels and investment intentions,” it says. However, Mr Harvey said, while some recovery in national milk production has been underway, so far, the milk supply response has “underwhelmed initial expectations”, despite the period of farmgate profitability. “The Australian dairy supply chain processed 8.86 billion litres of milk in 2020/21, 950 million litres less than

in 2014/15, with 55 per cent of the fall coming from the northern Victoria irrigation system,” he said. Milk growth momentum Mr Harvey said expanding Australia’s national milk supply is “essential to the growth prospects of the Australian dairy industry as it aims to construct sustained growth outside of a maturing domestic market”. “In contrast to the local market, key dairy export markets have considerable headroom for growth in the coming decade, particularly in emerging Asia,” he said. “This means offshore markets provide plenty of ‘blue sky’ and exports will remain the engine of growth for the sector.” However, without sufficient milk supply growth, the Australian sector will face challenges penetrating growth markets offshore, the report says. “A vibrant industry requires a strong presence in growing

export markets and being able to fully leverage existing access to Asian supply chains,” Mr Harvey said. “Australian dairy has some strong global market credentials, but a lack of a sustained growing milk pool is a weakness to overcome. “Even with the mature domestic market, demand from key customers is outstripping supply growth, and many customers in the industry will require more volume over the next decade.” ‘Missed’ opportunity The report says with the Australian dairy supply chain short of milk solids and the foundations in place for a period of investment “on farm and for milk production growth”, the stage is set for the industry to take advantage. “If this strong run of healthy farm profitability, elevated investment ambition and positive investment outlook does not result in some well-executed long-term investments,

it will be a missed opportunity for the industry in reigniting growth,” Mr Harvey said. “And to fully unlock growth, significant long-term capital investment is required to increase efficiency and production capacity.” Profitable investment The Rabobank report says Australia’s dairy sector is expected to provide profitable capital investment opportunities for farm businesses over the next decade. “While a transformational lift in profitability is not expected, there is a compelling case that the industry may outperform the previous decade in terms of EBIT performance,” Mr Harvey said. The report notes investing for long-term growth will not be the right strategy for every dairy farm business. “While a growing industry is vital for the wider sector, the reality is that farm businesses should only invest in

Changing supply chain A close watch also needs to be kept on the changing dairy supply chain, with further shifts, consolidation and rationalisation expected in the coming decade. “This constant supply chain evolution – which includes a variety of dairy company business models with very different product mixes, manufacturing footprints and growth priorities – provides increased options for dairy producers and presents risks and opportunities for farm businesses,” Mr Harvey said. The Rabobank report says a focus on reducing environmental impacts throughout the dairy supply chain will also remain a consistent theme over the coming decade. “There is a goal to reduce emissions intensity by 30 per cent from 2015 levels by 2030, with more ambitious targets also being considered,” Mr Harvey said. “It is important to take a long-term view on the opportunities that will come with these investments, including productivity and efficiency gains, carbon sequestration incentives, and potential access to high-margin and/or highgrowth markets.”

Strong climate policy win for regions, farmers say

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The National Party’s in-principle agreement to net zero by 2050 is a welcome first step towards a stronger

climate policy, Farmers for Climate Action say. The federal government is at the pointy end of its negotiations to finalise a net zero emissions by 2050 target as Prime Minister Scott Morrison prepares to attend COP26 in Glasgow. Farmers for Climate Action CEO Fiona Davis said: “We look forward to seeing the details of the federal

government’s plan and what it will mean for regional communities and agriculture. “This plan needs to be credible, in line with the latest science and take into account climate impacts farmers are already seeing on the ground. We need urgent action to reduce emissions this decade. “Farmers for Climate Action and its more than 6000 farmer members

see great opportunity for farmers and regional Australia in strong climate policy. We believe regional jobs will flow from sending a clear signal to the market and unlocking investment in regional Australia. “Regional Australia needs a strong voice as climate policy is created to make sure we capitalise on the opportunities available

and boost regional jobs. “Our recent report by Ernst & Young shows agriculture can achieve net zero emissions by 2040 while growing productivity. Agriculture is already leading the way with key industry groups signed up to net zero targets.” Farmers across the country are available to interview. Farmers for Climate Action is a movement of

more than 6000 farmers and agricultural leaders working to ensure that farmers, who are on the frontlines of climate change, are part of its solution. Public Release. This material comes from the originating organization/author(s) and may be of a pointin-time nature, edited for clarity, style and length. The views and opinions expressed are those of the author(s).

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48 RURAL NEWS ‘A GOLDEN OUTLOOK FOR A GOLDEN YEAR’ – 2021/22 AUSTRALIAN WINTER CROP FORECAST Australia is set for a second consecutive bumper winter harvest, with total production forecast to come in just five per cent shy of last year’s near-record crop, according to Rabobank. In its just-released Australian Winter Crop 2021/22 Production, Price and Inputs Forecast, the specialist agribusiness bank estimates the nation will harvest 52.87 million tonnes of winter grains, oilseeds and pulses this season. While down five per cent on last year’s crop, this is still a hefty 25 per cent above the five-year average. Canola is the stand-out mover, with production estimated to reach a new record of 5.16 million tonnes (up 14 per cent on last year and a stellar 48 per cent above the fiveyear average), driven by increased planting and favourable growing conditions in many regions. Australia’s wheat production is expected to come in at 31.9 million tonnes (down four per cent on last year, but still 35 per cent above the five-year average). Barley production is forecast to be down 10 per cent on last year to 11.7 million tonnes, though also still up on the five-year average (by seven per cent). Report co-author, Rabobank agriculture analyst Dennis Voznesenski said Australia’s second consecutive very large winter crop “comes at an opportune time for local growers, with global shortages and high prices for grains and oilseeds”. “Short global supplies of grains and oilseeds will continue to support Australian prices over the year ahead,” he said. “And although global prices can be expected to soften as new crops in different regions around the world come into play, the uncertainty that exists around seasonal conditions in graingrowing areas and the process of global grain stocks re-building will keep prices at least above the range of the last six to seven years.” The report notes favourable growing conditions in Australia

she said. Local barley prices are forecast to appreciate marginally after harvest and in the first half of 2022, before softening at the back end of 2022, however remaining at above average.

have seen expectations of increased amounts of high-protein wheat in Queensland, South Australia, and Western Australia this harvest – “timed perfectly” with a current global shortage of high-protein wheat, due to drought in North America. Other factors of note for this year’s winter crop include a lower supply of maltquality barley – due to a reduction in barley planting, and particularly malt varieties – and less grain baled for hay because of export concerns due to a largely-closed Chinese hay market. “There is also a proportion of last year’s record east coast harvest – 10 to 15 per cent – that remains on farm,” Mr Voznesenski said. “And this will compete with the coming crop for storage space and mean more delivery and price pressure during harvest.” Exports Rabobank forecasts Australia’s total grain exports to increase again this year – by five per cent year on year (YOY) and to include 24.5 million tonnes of wheat, 7.8 million tonnes of barley and 4.3 million tonnes of canola. “A second very large harvest means that Australia’s stocks will now be replenished after the drought so we will be able to lift exports in 2021/22 despite production coming in lower than last year,” Mr Voznesenski said. “We expect Australia will again be able

to deliver a strong export performance into Southeast Asia, with Australian wheat continuing to be the price setter across the region. This is due to lower prices in Australia because of the substantial surplus that will be available, but also favourable freight costs compared with grain from further afield – an advantage that increases in times of high-cost freight like we currently have and expect to continue in 2022.” States Rabobank forecasts 2021/22 winter crop production to be up by 18 per cent in both Western Australia and Queensland – off the back of improved rainfall over the growing season in both states. New South Wales production is expected to be down 14 per cent on last year’s record harvest in the state, but still nearly 70 per cent above the five-year average. South Australia’s crop is forecast to decline 10 per cent YOY, due to less favourable planting conditions and patchy rainfall, while Victoria is set to record the largest decline in production – down 24 per cent on last year, primarily due to drier conditions in the western part of the state. Wheat outlook For wheat, the Rabobank report says, low world stocks will keep global prices at high levels. Report co-author, Rabobank senior commodities analyst

Cheryl Kalisch Gordon says global wheat stocks have fallen, particularly in exporting nations, and are on track to decline materially over the next nine months, exerting upward pressure on Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT) wheat prices in the year ahead. “This has been driven by high usage of wheat in animal feed, substituting for corn, which is in low supply, and due to downgraded wheat quality in the EU relegating it stock feed use,” she said, “while there has also been steady growth in food consumption.” The bank expects CBOT wheat to trade in the USc725-740/bu range until the second quarter of 2022, when it is forecast to decline as northern hemisphere new crop supply becomes available, but continuing above USc700/bu for the balance of 2022, given the stock rebuilding that will be required. For local wheat prices, the bank expects to see “price resilience” during the remaining months of 2021, despite “harvest pressure and the favourable harvest volume”, Dr Kalisch Gordon said. “This is due to the strong demand we expect as the world searches for wheat after the northern hemisphere harvest finishes and with some assistance of further softening of the Australian dollar,” she said. This should especially be the case for higher-protein wheat. The bank expects the Australian dollar

will remain in the low USc70 range, supporting Australian wheat values over the year ahead. Barley For Australian barley, while Rabobank does not expect China to return as a market “to a material degree even in the midterm”, the tight global corn market is set to support barley demand over the coming year. “Prices will be supported as buyers, especially in Southeast Asia and the Middle East, continue to find good value in barley as a substitute for corn in livestock feeding,” Dr Kalisch Gordon said. Local demand for feed barley is also expected to remain steady, with the number of cattle on feed in Australia remaining above one million head and demand for export beef staying buoyant, along with steadily growing demand from the poultry sector. “Malt barley demand is also improving, with recovering beer demand globally as the world opens after COVID-19,”

Canola For canola, the report says, record high prices off the back of low global stock levels – due to poor seasons in Canada and the EU – should see expanded production in the northern hemisphere next season. This will lead to a substantial re-supply in global canola stocks in 2022, however the impacts of the current low global stock situation will be felt over the coming year. “With the deep hole in global canola stocks and still some re-supply uncertainty, global prices are expected to remain elevated into the second quarter of 2022, before softening, but remaining materially above fiveyear averages for the balance of next year,” Dr Kalisch Gordon said. “Locally, we expect the same pattern with Australian canola prices, though with some harvest pressure in quarter four this year, with the forecast record canola harvest that is expected.”

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experience AFTER three back-toback years of selling out 100 shows around the country, Soprano and Tenor powerhouse legends of Musical Theatre and Opera, Marina Prior and David Hobson embark on a 2021 Encore Tour of their hit production, ‘The 2 Of Us’ in up close and personal mode.

Brand new songs, back-stage and life stories, but including the classics from their vast repertoire spanning 35 years, will be included in this final run. Accompanied by renowned pianist David Cameron, in a two-hour intimate performance, Marina and David will perform their classics from productions such

as The Phantom of The Opera, Cats, Evita, Les Miserables, West Side Story, Guys and Dolls, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and La Boheme, to name but a few, as well as favourites from their award-winning albums. “It’s been beyond our wildest dreams to travel this beautiful country of ours being supported by

Australians in our own backyard,” the duo says. “We’ve met so many wonderful people and made new friends along the way and we privileged to be able to do this and do not, for once take it for granted. “It’s great that we have the opportunity to take the show to the people, in areas around the country, that we

may not have otherwise been able to get to with some of the bigger productions we perform in. “With the Up Close & Personal show, it’s like you’re in our living room and we’re in yours, singing both your and our favourite songs with a few funny career stories thrown in.” Hear the classics, their

recorded favourites with a hint of humour thrown in! Definitely a show not to be missed. Marina Prior and David Hobson’s ‘The 2 Of Us’ show has been re-scheduled to Saturday, November 20 at the Lismore Workers Club auditorium. Tickets are $55 and can be booked through the club.

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NEIL YOUNG’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR LIVE Nation is pleased to announce an extensive tour by the Australian Rock Collective presenting Neil Young’s masterpiece, “Harvest,” live in concert in celebration of its 50th anniversary. This follows ARC’s two sold-out and critically acclaimed tours of The Beatles “Abbey Road” in 2019 when the band presented The Beatles masterpiece with forensic detail to rapturous applause every night. Touring in February 2022, tickets for “Harvest” Live - including a limited number of Meet & Greet VIP Experiences - went on sale last week. In February 1972, Neil Young released what would become his most successful record. “Harvest” was his fourth studio album and followed on from the brilliant “After the

Gold Rush” becoming the biggest selling album of 1972, giving Neil Young his first #1 album and single with ‘Heart of Gold’. As well as ‘Heart of Gold’, the album includes a slew of Young’s classics

including ‘Old Man’, ‘Alabama’, ‘A Man Needs a Maid’, ‘Words’ and the beautiful ‘The Needle and the Damage Done’ written for his friend and bandmate Danny Whitten who would later tragically die of an overdose. ARC will be presenting

“Harvest” in its entirety before returning to the stage in the second half of the night to perform a selection of Neil Young classics from the career of one of rock music’s true masters. “Harvest” Live will be at Lismore City Hall on Wednesday, February

9 and at Twin Towns, Tweed Heads on Friday, February 11. For complete tour and ticketing details, head to: www.livenation.com.au. About Australian Rock Collective Darren Middleton (Powderfinger), Mark Wilson (Jet), Davey

Lane (You Am I) and Kram (Spiderbait) have joined forces to become ARC, one of the most collectively celebrated and successful supergroups in Australia’s rock history with 33 ARIA Awards and 16 Top Ten ARIA albums combined.

Exhibition untangles the ‘entangled’ FOR the past 10 years, Northern Rivers-based artist Charlotte Haywood has been exploring ideas across time, people and place, investigating ancient and emerging living systems in light of biodiversity and coexistence. Her new exhibition Entangled will be on display at Tweed Regional Gallery until November 28. Haywood works across a diverse range of mediums, including woven textiles, sculpture, installation, experimental

architecture, film, theatre, sound, taste and linguistics. Her latest project Here + Now (2021), created for the Brisbane City Botanic Gardens, will be included in the exhibition. Featuring bamboo and neon pink signs, the work raises the question: what are the ‘signs’ in the landscape? Haywood references the Indigenous calendar plants, which for thousands of years have been used to signify oncoming seasons

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said. Join artist Charlotte Haywood in the Gallery foyer on Saturday, November 6 and Sunday, November 7 from 1pm to 3pm (NSW time) and help create a giant woven work from recycled materials. Bring in your old towel, sheet, hi-vis wear, or ball gown and rip it up! Join artist Charlotte Haywood and help create a giant woven work from recycled materials in the gallery foyer.

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EVENTS MELBOURNE CUP Ballina THE Cherry Street Sports at Ballina is hosting a two-course lunch with a complimentary glass of champagne or middy of beer for $55 per person on Melbourne Cup day, Tuesday, November 2. There will be fashions in the field prizes, lucky door prizes and sweeps available. Payment required at the time of booking. Contact reception on 6686 2811 to book. Maximum bookings of 20pax only.

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ONE man’s obsession with printed images and his determination to share their valuable place in history has led to an exhibition that has had impressed and delighted regional gallery audiences in New South Wales and Queensland. STOPPING TIME: Material Prints 3000 BCE to Now has opened Casino at the Grafton Regional THE Casino RSM Club is Gallery. also hosting a Melbourne The exhibition includes Cup event on Tuesday, works from the Griffith November 2. There will University Art Museum be amazing food, lucky Collection which door prizes, raffles, contains some of the best fashion on the fields and prints made in the past live music. Tickets are four decades in Australia $55 or $50 for members. and the Newcastle Art Gallery print collection Tweed which is unmatched THE Seagulls Club is in its depth and range having Black Tie Affair by any regional performing on Melbourne gallery in our country Cup day from 3pm. according to exhibition Book your table for curator Professor Ross Tuesday, November 2 on Woodrow. 07 5587 9000. Woodrow is captivated

with printed images and believes that they hold a valuable place in history, unlike digital images that are disposable. The exhibition will take you on a journey through time, uncovering the stories of how each print captures an important moment in history. Highlights from the exhibition include cylinder seals that were found in and around the region of Mesopotamia and the ancient Near East which included Assyria and Babylonia and the cities of Nineveh, Nimrud and Babylon and show the stylistic development of designs across 3000 years. The exhibition extends well beyond the usual point of origin for printmaking in the 15th century when Johannes Gutenberg (1400-1468) invented the movable type printing press, to

STOPPING TIME also includes works of art from several private collections and recent works of art by contemporary artists including Ali Bezer, Blair Coffey, Ryan Presley and Pamela See. the perceived decline of printed imagery with the development of digital photography at the end of the 20th century. The exhibition is at the Grafton Regional Gallery until December 5. This exhibition is presented in partnership with Griffith University and Newcastle Art Gallery.

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kept their unique and vibrant community humming along by switching from face-toface programs to Zoom. “It’s inspiring to see the dedication and the way the company has adapted through challenging restrictions to keep the production on track and maintain engagement with their dance and theatre community,” Ms O’Brien said. “We fell in love with Sprung!! when they were honoured at last year’s Ballina Shire Australia Day Awards, taking out the Arts and Cultural Award. We’ve been following their work ever since.” Sprung!! is a notfor-profit community

organisation providing dance and theatre workshops for persons with and without disabilities. For the 10th consecutive year Sprung!! invites audiences to be uplifted, moved and entertained by the inspiring participants from its annual programs and collaborations. The seating will be cabaret style in table groups with drinks and antipasto platters available to enjoy during the show. Performance starts at 6pm. Please arrive by 5.30pm for Covid-safe check in. For further information and to purchase tickets visit communityspaces. com.au/tickets.

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Ahead of the Trail By Chris Boogert and Alice Tancred Lifecycles Travel, Byron Bay THE afternoon was ours! Rolling into finish our ride at the Eltham Hotel, where the beers are crafty, and the vibe is cruisy. We wheeled our bikes up to the sunny terrace and already had that warm fuzzy feeling that this may very well be one of the best weekends of riding we’d ever had. Having just enjoyed a memorable 70km ride through the Byron hinterland and ready to settle into a solid session at the Northern River’s coolest pub (which also doubled as our boutique accommodation for that night), the day was ours and we knew it. I can hardly wipe the grin off my face as I reflect on this recent three-day adventure in our own backyard that I’m already comparing with cycling holidays in the Alps, Pyrenees and Dolomites. It all started one evening recently, we were in Byron eating an ice cream while watching the sunset across the bay, the distinctive layers of light on the mountain’s horizon creating an almost perfect silhouette of the hinterland with the distinctive peak of Mt Warning popping up in the centre of the postcard image. We began to commentate to each other what a detailed

itinerary of the journey from Casino in the south to Murwillumbah in the north could look like if using roads nearby to the trail. It’s something we’d discussed continuously over the past few years and, after almost five years of exploring and learning about cycling around Byron, we realised that there was in fact a fairly impressive multi-day journey already there to enjoy, complete with overnight stops and must-do restaurants and cafes along the way. Despite the solid serving of gelato that was now just digesting in our bellies, our mouths began salivating with the thought of experiencing this long weekend adventure. We realised that, despite having ridden every metre of this route back to front on numerous occasions, we’d actually never completed it all as one continuous journey and therefore there was in fact a ride in Byron that we had not yet done. Given the ‘27 and sunny’ weather forecast expected all weekend we decided to pack light and carry out luggage so we wouldn’t need support between stops. Though I’m sure bike-packing is not everyone’s cup of tea, I can honestly say that it’s a fairly effective way of working out exactly what you need when you pack. We laid out everything on our bed and, after a fairly

strict culling process, between us we ended up with a 10-litre saddle bag packed with clothes as well as a small two-litre handlebar bag for everything else. The most direct route, following roads adjacent to the trail, is about 147km from end to end. Both being self-admitted ‘foodies’, we opted to make a few detours along the way and ended up with what was essentially a ‘join the dots’ between a bunch of our favourite towns and cafes along the trail bringing us up to a total of 236km and 2500m of climbing over the three days. The added mileage also meant we might end up actually go close to burning off the inevitable degustation of mouth-watering culinary experiences we were about to indulge in. What started in the sprawling cattle-grazing outback of the Richmond Valley about 50km west of the coast, the route then took us through subtropical Byron hinterland hills before finishing in sugar-cane flat lands of the Tweed. It is a ride that certainly has it all. Having grown considerably fond of the cycling in this region in recent years, we sometimes found it difficult to decide which route to take at some junctions when both options were equally as appealing. Though the rail trail will be without comparison

in its enjoyment and suitability for all cyclists, travelling by road allows for modification of your route to suit your preference and ability level. Go a little further, take a shortcut. Either way, it’s just as beautiful. As well as now having a shorter and longer version of the three-day tour mapped out, we’ve since created a ‘dirty’ trail itinerary that takes you from end to end over two days of 100km/ day+ riding along some more advanced road and gravel routes. To break the tour up into three relatively equal rides we opted to overnight at a couple of iconic Northern Rivers hangouts, Eltham and Brunswick Heads. Eltham, or more specifically The Eltham Hotel (arguably the centerpiece of the tiny hamlet some 30km south-west of Byron) was the perfect venue to satisfy our brimming enthusiasm typical of Day 1 of a weekend getaway. We would have been happy with a couple of afternoon drinks, a nice pub meal and a few barstool chats, but this hipster ‘Aussie western saloon-style watering hole’ is not your usual local pub. And while all above boxes were sufficiently ticked, a savoury doughnut with smoked fish and caviar for entree and a live band playing in the beer garden took the prize for us.

The town of Brunswick Heads was the perfect accompaniment to follow the memorable, albeit slightly taxing events of the night before. For a relatively small town, Bruns is flush with dining choices to suit every taste and budget, including the exclusive and very intimate Fleet, whose waitlist for a just 12-person sitting can sometimes be up to four months. Following a relaxing afternoon of cocktails and pizza at the motel’s Saint Maries pizzeria, we chose a casual but delicious Mexican dinner at nearby La Casita before an early night to recharge our batteries for our final day. The beauty of a self-guided tour, or any good holiday for that matter, is the freedom to do it our way and be in complete control of your journey. That being said, if you’re going to ride the Northern Rivers Trail we’d definitely suggest not rush to the finish line each day but take your time and enjoy

the stops along the way. For us, the stops were all about the food and I’d be here all day if I went into detail about all the amazing meals we had along the way. At the same time, just being a tourist and observing a place as you casually stroll through and participate without overly impacting the community is satisfying as much as it is enjoyable. The whole region is oozing with not just the potential of what will become as a flow-on effect of the development of the rail trail, but also an already-existing saturation of quality tourism and hospitality. It’s not just isolated to the coastal towns but spread invitingly across the hinterland and countryside, ready to be explored. Lifecycles Travel, Byron Bay is a cycle tourism company dedicated to creating experiences that inspire you to ride.

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Aries Mar21 21 - Apr ARIES MAR - APR 19 20 Even if you feel obliged to work day and night, you should relax once in a while. Having ambition has advantages and brings you some success, but you tend to be increasingly impulsive because of it. You risk a lot or – even worse – jeopardize the support of people around you. Nevertheless it is also about looking after your well-being and ultimately your health. Try to search for your inner point of rest and utilize the energy you feel specifically in those areas that really benefit you the most! Impulsive and thoughtless actions can lead to upsets with your lover. You better think twice, before doing something you might later regret! For your lover, the excuses you make are just as irrelevant as any promises or commitments – it all depends on the way you behave and what you actually do! Pull yourself together; show you’re able to overcome any difficulties.

Taurus Apr - May TAURUS APR 2021 - MAY 20 21 Although you feel stronger than usual, and easily able to confront any issues you are faced with, you feel on edge as several people challenge you and make various requests. It is advisable that you show restraint if you get involved in an argument, and don’t give in to your ability to assert yourself but aim for compromise. Otherwise you may be forced to either retreat or make enemies. Above al, it’s important not to become too entrenched and stubborn as this can have an adverse effect on you and the people around you. Your love life can be unfavourably affected by your deeply passionate feelings, which could easily cause tension and clashes with your partner. Alternatively, you might find that love-making can be a great help in easing the situation between you, but any arguments that might possibly be on-going are best left till later. Ultimately conflicts can’t be resolved by sex alone.

GEMINI MAYMay 21 - JUNE Gemini 22 - 20 June 23 Instead of always attempting to get your own way, and endeavoring to persuade others to help you, you instead find you have enough energy yourself to work a bit harder and accomplish what you need. If tempted to argue with others it’s far better to give in, especially if what’s under dispute is of little significance. There is nothing to stop you holding on to what you believe in and waiting for a more favorable opportunity to put your point across, when you have thoroughly thought it through. You’re up for romantic walks as well as fun and games. Adored by your partner, make sure you don’t appear boring and become insignificant! Every now and then you should both try some exhilarating and new activity or if there is something you don’t like, let your partner know! Holding back to keep the peace isn’t always the best approach for either one of you.

Cancer Jun - Jul CANCER JUN 21 -24JULY 22 22 Don’t try to take on too much, even if you feel capable of more, there’s a particular level of involvement in other people’s affairs that’s best kept to a minimum. Always striving to prove yourself is an unnecessary waste of energy; to unwisely risk your well-being for the sake of others - a mistake. Do yourself a favor, stop plying your own ideas and point of view to the exclusion of others. Show some modesty and keep your temper if you want to retain your composure and the majority of your friends. You’re not behaving very diplomatically and your lover is feeling the full effects of your dismissive attitude. Be more considerate and allow others to express their point of view as well. Your stubbornness and bossiness tends to bug your partner and they feel exasperated. If single approach matters less-hastily, thoughtfulness often gets you further than obstinacy.

Leo Jul2323- AUG - Aug LEO JUL 22 23 Asserting yourself in a meaningful and pleasant manner you’re able to motivate others and if need be respond positively to those who seek your advice. Your reserves of energy stand you in good stead and as long as you prioritize what is important you are likely to succeed. Such an unwavering approach earns you the respect and support of those close to you. You’re able to pay attention to detail, not demand too much, accomplish what you set out to achieve and take full responsibility for the outcome. This week you’re feeling particularly lucky, especially where your love life is concerned. Passion and harmony dominate and it’s a good time to explore techniques with your partner. There is certainly one long-cherished desire, which you would like to try now. Thanks to your sensitive and considerate approach your lover is willing to listen and probably positively respond to you.

Virgo Aug2324 - Sep VIRGO AUG - SEP 22 22 Your noticeably fearless approach impresses, you have the stamina to tackle any task. Unafraid you take on more commitments even though you’ve enough to do already. You approach things in a rather unstructured way and try to get too many things done at once. Make sure you don’t waste time on irrelevant details or lose your temper in the process. Be willing to make compromises in your relationship; if you don’t you may be in for a lot of arguments. Pay attention to the signals your body sends you. You show signs of being passionate. Don’t overwhelm your lover with fanciful ideas and suggestions. You should use a slower more sensual approach – gently coax them, don’t be too pushy. If you’re single, don’t mix self-confidence with brusqueness. With a more sophisticated approach, you’re more likely to be met with approval. Simply be a little bit more patient!

LIBRA SEP - OCT 22 23 Libra Sep2323 - Oct It’s important to take advantage of your potential. Find the best way to use your enthusiasm and determination, not only in your home life but at work as well. Rushing ahead without due consideration for others will not be appreciated either at work or in your home life. In certain situations with your partner you run the risk of losing your temper and making unfounded accusations. Even if you think you are right, you have to make sure that you are objective and fair at all times. It seems as if exercise is the best way for you to let off steam. Go for a jog to vent your frustration. The magic word this week should be tact. Otherwise you overwhelm your lover by your determined approach. Being impulsive is difficult and will certainly not work if you’re pushing your partner into something they don’t feel very keen on. Use your charm to get your partner to be more enthusiastic about love-making. But be prepared that your attempts could fail.

Scorpio Oct2324- NOV - Nov SCORPIO OCT 21 20 Your dynamic methods significantly help promote any project you undertake. The level of efficiency and thoughtfulness you display enhances your position in the workplace and enables you to satisfactorily deal diplomatically with any ongoing disputes. Make the most of the confidence you command by showing some consideration for your friends and those you care about most, let them know how you appreciate what they do for you and how important their support they provide is. You’re getting on very well with those you care about most and it appears you have a lot of positive influence on other people you meet as well. Even if from time to time, you and your lover seem to disagree, you’re both able to easily find compromises. Make sure that the romantic side of your relationship is not being overlooked or even completely forgotten.

SagittariusNOV Nov SAGITTARIUS 22 -22 DEC- 21Dec 21 Practice more self-restraint, far too easily you feel you’re deliberately provoked, even over the slightest matters. Without warning your excess energy erupts in a bad temper. Obviously this isn’t acceptable to those you know, selfdiscipline and compromise is essential. Such relentless behavior results in problems both at home and at work. Watch out that these excesses don’t become a noticeable feature in other areas of your life. You need to be more self-aware and make sure that it doesn’t. Your enhanced self–confidence makes you charming; you’re sparkling and have an almost mysterious sex appeal. Your assured presence when you venture out in public has the effect of turning you into the focus of everybody’s attention. If you have a partner you discover new facets of being together that make you feel extremely good about yourself and your lover.

Capricorn CAPRICORN DECDec 22 - 22 JAN-19Jan 20 Think big and channel your energy productively and see how much you can achieve in a short space of time. Be sure to avoid protracted discussions that lead you to become frustrated and angry with those who appear to be placing obstacles in your way. Practicing some self-restraint applies to all activities as your self-confidence can lead you to take on far more than you realistically handle and your rather careless approach needs to be harnessed in a more practical and thought out way to succeed. The pressure of your circumstances has a negative influence on your private life. Small misunderstandings seem to infuriate you. You won’t solve your problems by shouting at those you care about most. Refrain from such outbursts and acting in an emotional way. After all, your lover is not necessarily at fault! Level-headedness and self-control can ease the situation.

AQUARIUS janJan 20 - 21 feb-18Feb 19 Aquarius Rely on your intuition, don’t neglect important decisions you need to make. You’re assertive and little disrupts the confidence you’re able to bring to bear on a number of issues. If your intervention is requested, you’re able to mediate in any conflict. An ideal go-between you resolve potential problems and your help is much appreciated. Looking after your own affairs is important - easily sidetracked, neglecting your own relationships is likely, make sure you don’t fall into this trap - before it’s too late! Your relaxed and confident manner is obvious. If you’re single, you have magical desirability; people you like are practically dropping at your feet, without you doing a thing! If you’re in a relationship there are only positive outcomes to be had; you can look forward to many hours of love-making, full of intimate moments spent together. Enjoy them, it won’t last forever!

PiscesFEB Feb PISCES 19 -20MAR- Mar 20 21 Make a point of conserving your energy. You’re unnecessarily prone to squander any reserves you possess with stubborn and bad tempered behavior and get yourself worked about nothing. Pause to think and reconsider what’s really important to you and what is not! It’s possible that deliberate confrontation at work or in your private life is justified but careful consideration of the situation is important. You discover that sometimes taking a step back is necessary to further advance your point of view. Any extreme resentment won’t do your love life any good. If your relationship is unduly stressed with needless tussles and your attitude alienates your partner. Control yourself a bit more! If you’re single, it’s possible such brusque conduct works quite well - to pick someone up. But nobody will want to stay around you for too long, if you continue to behave like this.

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New study to investigate lung treatment for COVID-19

$21 million to boost aboriginal mental health workforce The NSW Government is investing $21 million to expand the Aboriginal mental health and suicide prevention workforce as part of $131 million mental health recovery package. Minister for Mental Health Bronnie Taylor said the lockdown has exacerbated underlying mental health conditions and added to people’s distress levels, especially among groups known to be at greater risk of suicide. “As we return to doing the things we love with the people we love, we want to make sure that no-one is left behind,” Mrs Taylor said. “We know that mental health issues and thoughts of suicide can emerge in the weeks, months and years after a trauma, so our focus over the next two years is connecting people with the most appropriate services and support as early as possible.” Minister for Aboriginal Affairs

Don Harwin said the four-year investment will allow for the recruitment of 18 FTE Aboriginal Care Navigators and 18 FTE Aboriginal Peer Workers across NSW. “Culture plays a crucial role in our resilience and mental wellbeing, especially for First Australians who have a powerful connection to our beautiful land and their ancestors,” Mr Harwin said. “If culture is understood, respected and valued throughout the mental health journey, it can speed up the recovery and keep people safe from acting on thoughts of suicide.” The funding will allow every Local Health District and Specialty Network to employ Aboriginal Care Navigators and Aboriginal Peer Workers. Aboriginal Mental Health Care Navigators will be responsible for supporting Aboriginal people and their families to connect with the

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The $131 million package builds on the $2.6 billion 20212022 NSW mental health budget - the largest mental health investment in the state’s history

Dr Matt Johansen from the Centenary UTS Centre for Inflammation is the successful recipient of the Kenyon Foundation Inflammation Award for 2021. The Award, valued at $20,000, will support Dr Johansen’s study into the development of a potential new treatment for COVID-19 aimed at reducing excessive inflammation in the lungs. “There’s an urgent need to identify effective therapies that can be used to treat COVID-19 and significantly reduce mortality. Excessive lung inflammation is often the cause of severe disease and death in COVID-19,” said Dr Johansen. In his study, Dr Johansen will be targeting the NLRP3 inflammasome, a master regulator of inflammation which drives a cascade of downstream inflammatory processes in severely affected COVID-19 patients. A known inhibitor of the NLRP3 inflammasome–a molecule known as MCC950–will be investigated for its efficacy as a potential COVID-19 treatment. “MCC950 has already been shown to mitigate lung inflammation associated with respiratory diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD),” said Dr Johansen. “It’s also been shown to be highly effective in alleviating virally-driven inflammation in influenza, suggesting it may also be an effective treatment for COVID-19.” Dr Johansen’s study will be carried out at the Centenary Institute’s high-containment PC3 facility, of which there are only four in Australia that are properly equipped to complete this form of specialised SARS-CoV-2 medical research. “I am incredibly humbled to have been selected for this Award which will financially assist our efforts to identify the most effective therapies for COVID-19,” said Dr Johansen. “As governmental funding becomes increasingly difficult to acquire, philanthropic support from organisations such as the Kenyon Foundation are a significant boost that can promote fundamental scientific research that benefits us all.” David Kenyon, Trustee of the Kenyon Foundation said, “We’re thrilled to be able to support Dr Johansen’s research that could form the basis for new therapies for the treatment of COVID-19 that has the potential to change lives.”

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Federal Government urged to tackle mental health and wellbeing crisis by investing in social prescribing The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP), Consumer Health Forum of Australia (CHF) and Mental Health Australia are urging the government to implement a national social prescribing scheme to tackle Australia’s mental health and wellbeing crisis in the 2021 Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO). Mental ill health is a growing problem in Australia and has been made worse by the COVID-19 pandemic. Since 2017, GPs across Australia have rated mental health as the most common presentation they see as part of the RACGP’s annual Health of the Nation survey. Medicare data also shows the increase in patients accessing mental health services during the pandemic, with services highest in July 2020 when Victoria’s second wave peaked. We also know that approximately 20% of patients consult their GP for what are primarily social problems. The RACGP, CHF and Mental Health Australia are calling on the Australian Government to support the development of a nationally coordinated scheme dedicated to tackling the problem with innovative local solutions. Social prescribing is about health and wellbeing support. It involves a health professional supporting a patient to take up non-medical activities and services to supplement conventional

healthcare. It aims to address the key risk factors for poor health, including mental health problems, social isolation, and chronic illness. It has been shown to deliver positive health benefits and improved self-care capability. A 2019 survey conducted by RACGP and CHF found over 90% of GPs and allied health professionals believe that referring patients to non-medical services in the community is extremely helpful for improving health outcomes. 68% of consumers say they are interested in participating in community programs to address health and wellbeing issues. RACGP President Dr Karen Price said the need for a national scheme was clear. “As we tackle the ongoing pandemic and transition to COVID normal, we must address the considerable social, mental and physical health impacts on our community,” she said. “GPs are seeing more and more patients presenting with mental health and wellbeing concerns, they’re lonely, isolated, and not active. It’s very concerning because we know these problems are key risk factors for poor health – people who are experiencing loneliness, for example, are more at risk of their physical health declining.” CHF CEO Leanne Wells said social prescribing is a vital development for patients and

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James (Jim) Hogan 1943-2020

Mervyn Greber

14.02.1934 - 3.11.2018

Annette Benn

21.06.1967 - 23.10.2019 This we love don’t go away They walk beside us every day Unseen, unheard, but always near Still loved, still missed and very dear. Carmel and Families

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Death Notice KENNEWELL, nee KELLY, Patricia Mary Passed away in Dalmeny on Saturday 16th October,

aged 86 years.

Formerly of Karri Road, Leeton and Huntingdale Road, Lismore. Dearly loved sister and sister-in-law of Peter & Anne, Bill & Rita, Aub & Jenny (deceased), John & Janice (both deceased), Judy & Roy, Stephen & Cathy, and Paul & Kee. Wonderful mother to Ross, Annette, Martin and Anthea. Cherished ‘Nanny Pat’ to her nine grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

It has been a year since you left us, we love and miss you still but knowing that you are in God’s care is a comfort. Your wife Margaret, son David, daughter Laura and partner Mitchell, Doug and your large extended family and dear friends For everything there is a season. Ecc 3:1

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Kirkland, May Lillian (nee Watson)

19/11/1921 – 13/10/2021 Late of Pearces Creek and Coolangatta. Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, 13th October 2021, aged 99 years 10 months. Daughter to George and Ruby Watson (decd). Beloved wife of Ron Kirkland (decd 1944) and Keith Kirkland (decd 2018). Loving sister to Bob, Marjorie Bryant, Bessie Kennedy, Ernie, Dorothy Burnett and Ellie Price (all decd). Loved mother of Geoff, John, Annette (Molenaar) and Patsy. Much loved by her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.

‘Resting peacefully in God’s Care’ A private cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service and Requiem Mass to celebrate Patricia’s life at St Joseph’s Catholic Church Leeton, will be scheduled for 5th August 2022. For more information, contact: A. Kennewell, PO Box 2029, Central Tilba NSW 2546

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MESTON, BARBARA MARY 15.3.1935 - 12.10.2021

Passed away peacefully. Much loved and dearly missed by all her Family.

Aged 86 years A Private Funeral has been held.

A family service was held at Tweed Heads Crematorium on 21st October, 2021.

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SEDGWICK, SHAW McNEIL 28 February 1941 ~ 7 August 2021

Aged 80 years

Late of Marsden QLD, formerly of Randwick and Casino Beloved husband of Helen (deceased). Father of Stewart, Penny and Anthony and father-in-law of Anna, Brad and Lindsay. Grandfather of Patrick, Lachlan, James, Matthew, Benjamin and Luke. Relatives and Friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Shaw’s life to be held at St Pauls Presbyterian Church Casino on FRIDAY (November 5, 2021) commencing at 10.00 am. After the service the cortege will leave for the Casino Lawn Cemetery.

All current NSW health covid-19 regulations will apply.

Link to the livestream: www.fwhlive.com/sns

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Shirley Mae

15.9.1936 – 16.10.2021 Passed away peacefully, at Lismore Base Hospital aged 85 years. Loved and loving wife, for 62 years, of Colin (dec.). Adored mother and mother-in-law of James, Patricia, and Vanessa & Ross Restall. Cherished Nan to her grandchildren Ben, Daniel (Dec.), Jemma and Brooke. Loved by her ex-daughter-in-law Leonie. Loved sister and sister-in-law of Lindsay & Kathy Sinclair, Frances Willoughby & John Blackwell, and Margaret & Bill (dec.) Rhodes. Loved Aunty of their families.

“Together again after 13 days.”

Shirley wished to thank her family for their loving care in her last days. In keeping with the family’s wishes a private family cremation service was held on Saturday 23rd October at 11:00am. Those wishing to view the service can do so via the following YouTube link: https://youtu.be/wQmlESBOPgA ALL AREAS

Dennis Cecil Booth 29.11.48 - 16.10.21

Late of Wyong/ Alstonville Retired Manager of Northcoast Petroleum Fuels South Lismore Beloved father & father in law of Erin & Nic. Passed away peacefully with Erin by his side holding his hand. Funeral Service 28.10.21 Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church Alstonville Funeral Service held 28.10.21 Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church Alstonville “God Bless & May He Rest In Peace”

Live stream

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Patricia Marion “Patty Bell”

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ARMFIELD, CATHERINE JEAN ‘ CATHY ’

16.12.1935 - 19.10.2021

Passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home on Saturday 23rd October 2021, surrounding by her loving family. Aged 72 years. Beloved wife of Ron (Billo) for 49 & a half years. Much loved mother & mother-in-law of Darryl & Ash and Deb. Cherished Grandma of her 7 grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren & 2 great-grandchildren. Loving sister of Shirley, Betty, Janice, Lynette, Doug. Also Noel, Ronnie, Lionel and Kevin (all decd). Loved and sadly missed by all her friends and family.

Passed away peacefully at Lismore Base Hospital, with her loving husband John by her side, aged 85 years, late of Alstonville formerly of Casino. Adored mother and mother-in-law of Margaret & Tony Fry, Grant & Rachel Cooper, and Alison & Richard Willoughby. Cherished Nina to her grandchildren; Annabelle & Daniel, Dominique & Phil, Odette & Ricky, Genevieve & Cameron; Amelia, Eliza, and Gabe; Sam & Jacky, Megan, Becky, Elise, Latika, Nacarlia and Koori-Lee. Great Nina to Bianca, Logan, Audrey, Hugo, and Matilda. Loved sister-in-law of Pat & Richard Holborow. Loved by the extended Bell and Cooper families. Family and friends are invited to attend the Requiem Mass for the Repose of the Soul for Patricia, to be held at Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church, Main St Alstonville, Friday 29th October 2021, commencing at 10:00am. Those wishing to join with the family may do so via livestream link: https://youtu.be/gTdruBEeXDY You are further invited to join with the family at Casino Lawn Cemetery, Reynolds Road Casino at 2:00pm for the Committal Service. Attendance within the church will be limited to 65 guests, others will gather outside the facility. All attendees must be double vaccinated for COVID-19 and Masks will be required at this service. Guests will be required to comply with NSW government Covid legislation and Covid plan requirements. Please remain seated and ensure social distance standards are maintained during the service. Attendees are also required to self-check in by Service NSW QR app. Please attend with a suitable mobile phone and ability or support to comply with this requirement.

Relatives & friends of Cathy are invited to attend her funeral service to be held at the Graveside Wednesday 3rd November, 2021 commencing at 10.30am in Casino Lawn Cemetery Casino. In lieu of flowers donations to the Cancer Council. • • • • •

Unlimited, fully vaccinated guests ONLY. Current Public Health orders demand proof of double vaccination before entering premises. Please bring a suitable mobile phone for compulsory QR code sign-in. Ensure social distancing is maintained at all times

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ALMA BERNADETTE HEARTY (nee Boyle) Born to this life 2nd August, 1931 Born to eternal life 23rd October, 2021 Eighth child of James Bernard Boyle and Helena Beatrice O’Keefe. Born Casino, NSW. Sister to Aggie, Jim, Jack, Mick, George, Vince and Myra (all decd), and Pat (Brisbane). She spent her childhood at Shannonbrook, and worked as a mothers’ & babies’ nurse in local district and in Sydney. She met and married Patrick Joseph Hearty in Sydney, and lived in Sydney, Blackrock (Ireland), and Casino; died at Southern Cross Care, st Michael’s, Casino. She loved and often spoke about her family. May she rest in the sure hope of the Resurrection. Requiem Mass will be offered by invitation only this MONDAY 1ST November, 2021 commencing at 10.30am at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Canterbury Street, Casino followed by burial in Casino Lawn Cemetery. Livestreaming will be available at the following link: https://vimeo.com/event/1411193 • • • • •

Maximum Church capacity 100 fully vaccinated guests ONLY. Current Public Health Orders demand proof of double vaccination before attending. Please bring a suitable mobile phone for compulsory QR code sign-in. Ensure social distancing is maintained at all times. Masks are mandatory.

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GOOLEY, MARY PATRICIA

In Loving Memory of

ROBERT LESLIE HARDING

Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 20th October, 2021 at St Michael’s Nursing Home, Casino. Aged 88 years. Beloved wife of Paul. Much loved mother & mother-in-law of Bill & Sally, Paul & Susan, Catherine, Michael & Vivian, David & Debbie, Frank & Tomoko, Robert & Tracey, Maree, Carolyn & John. Cherished Nan and Grand-Nan to all her grandchildren & great-grandchildren. Dearly loved & sadly missed by all her family & friends.

31.10.1967 - 07.09.2021

Beloved only son of Nancy and Grant (Goonellabah) and much-loved older brother of Leisa and Kylie. Robert’s sudden and unexpected death occurred while serving as a Warrant Officer at RAAF Base Tindal NT. Robert had been a member and honourary instructor of 26 Flight Air Training Corps Lismore for a period of 9 years prior to enlisting in the RAAF. He then served 33 years in the service of his country in Australia and overseas. A military funeral, officiated by RAAF SQNLDR Chaplain Anthony Shumack, was held at St Andrew’s Anglican Church Lismore on Tuesday 26th October.

Rest in Peace Due to current Covid restrictions, Mary’s Requiem Mass will be offered by invitation only this FRIDAY 29th October, 2021 commencing at 11am at St Mary’s Catholic Church, Canterbury Street, Casino followed by burial in Casino Lawn Cemetery. Livestreaming will be available at the following link: https:// vimeo.com/event/1411132

A Guard of Honour was provided by RAAF personnel from the Evans Head Air Weapons Range and representatives from 326 Squadron AAFC Lismore.

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Roma MURRAY 31.12.1926 – 23.10.2021

Formerly of Sydney, late of Ballina. Beloved wife of Tom (dec). Wonderful mother/mother in law of Neil & Andrea and Nola & Michael. Nanny to Erin and Liam, Grandma to Giles and Andrew. Granny to Freya and Tahnee. Peacefully passed away in the excellent care of Florence Price Gardens.

‘Sailed away to the next adventure!!’. Family and friends are invited to attend Roma’s funeral service at Parkview Funeral Home, 21 Kalinga Street, Ballina on Friday, 29th October, 2021 at 10:30am. In lieu of flowers donations to Guide Dogs Australia would be appreciated and may be left at the service. Due to Covid restrictions all guests will be required show proof of full vaccination. Roma’s funeral service will be livestreamed via the link below: https://vimeo.com/event/1411109

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RICHMOND VALLEY COUNCIL

Presentation of Financial Statements Financial Year ended 30 June 2021

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Operating result from continuing operations 10,086

6,306

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Net operating result before grants and contributions provided for capital purposes

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Total current assets

72,437

66,602

Total current liabilities

20,594

15,864

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804,879

792,654

Total non-current liabilities

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24,928

Total Equity

833,492

818,464

Operating performance ratio (%)

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Unrestricted current ratio

3.42

3.83

Debt service cover ratio

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Email to council@richmondvalley.nsw.gov.au Fill out a Make a Submission form on Council’s website By post—forwarded to the General Manager, Richmond Valley Council, Locked Bag 10 Casino NSW 2470 Delivery to a Council administration centre in Casino or Evans Head

Copies of the Audited Financial Statements are available for viewing and download on Council’s website www.richmondvalley.nsw.gov.au Submissions close 4pm Tuesday 23 November.

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COMMUNITY NOTICES MAXIMUM OF 50 WORDS To be included simply email your communtiy notice to: janelle@heartlandmedia.com.au ALSTONVILLE ALSTONVILLE ALSTONVILLE INNER WHEEL CLUB Meet socially 3rd Wednesday of every month. Contact President Carol Vidal 0427326832. EARTH VIGIL Unite in a fierce love for our sacred earth at St Bartholomew’s, The Avenue Alstonville, on Wednesday 3rd November, anytime between 8am and 8pm. All people of every faith and no faith are welcome to come for quiet thoughtfulness. Enquiries 02 66280231. COMMUNITY ON-THE-VERGE This food garden is for all. Food is free. Plant, water and tend. There is a Working Bee to develop the Community Garden in the grounds of St Bartholomew’s Church on The Avenue Alstonville, Saturday 30th October from 2 to 4pm. Enquiries ma@anglicans.live and 02 66280231. CRAWFORD HOUSE MUSEUM Would you like to join a friendly local community group? Crawford House Museum and the Alstonville Plateau Historical Society have openings for people of any age to volunteer in administration or in the museum. No experience is necessary, as training is provided. If you’re on a JobSeeker payment and 55 or older, it’s the ideal way to meet your mutual obligation requirements. If you’re interested, phone us on 6628 1829 or email us on info@ aphsmuseum.org. SQUARE DANCING Summerland Larrikins Squares Alstonville, Fridays 7.30pm9.30pm at Uniting Church Hall, 59 Main Street, Alstonville. Contact 0407663017 for further information. New dancers welcome. BALLINA BALLINA BALLINA TOY LIBRARY Welcomes families from Ballina Shire, 9 Regatta Avenue, Ballina. Closed until Saturday 4th December. Toys may be returned on Saturdays, 10am-1pm, or phone 0411719074.

RICHMOND TWEED FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY The Richmond-Tweed Family History Society is holding a seminar on Saturday 6th of November, from 10.00am-4.00pm, at The Players Theatre, 24 Swift Street Ballina. The guest presenter is Helen Smith, Helen has written a number of books and has spoken to a wide variety of audiences nationally and internationally including conferences, cruises, expos and societies on family history research. Seminar Topics - Getting the Most Out of DNA, DNA problem solving with Case Studies. Trove not just newspapers. Where there’s a Will there should be a genealogist. Cost: Personal attendance, for fully vaccinated, $35 includes presentations, discussions of topics, sandwich lunch, tea/coffee. Digital Attendance $20 per email address. Payment Directly to: Greater Bank: BSB 637000 Account: 720036355. Ensure your name is referenced in the payment instructions. Website: https://www.rtfhs.net.au Enquiries: Richard Goss 0418 356 527.Email: presidentrtfhs1@yahoo.com BACCI GROUP A local Arts based group meet each first Monday of each month. Meet with other local artisans and makers and participate in group exhibitions as they occur. Time 5pm for 5.30pm. Place Cherry St Sports. Meet beforehand in the club for social time before the meeting – contact ballinaartsandcraftscentreinc@ gmail.com RAINBOW REGION DRAGONS REGATTA Unfortunately, the difficult decision has been made to cancel our Rainbow Region Dragon Boat Club (already once postponed) October 9-10 regatta. There are too many COVID unknowns to continue planning for an event only 6 weeks away.” Rainbow Dragons’ regattas normally attracts clubs from South East Queensland and as far south as Camden Haven for a big weekend of racing and carnival vibe. So even if regional NSW lockdowns eased, to have one without the other would not be an authentic Rainbows Regatta. Our regatta will be back in August 2022. BALLINA SCOPE CLUB We are a group of ladies who do fund raising with all money going to local charities. We meet the 1st Monday of the month at the Ballina RSL Club at 7pm. Any enquiries to Ruth on 0429877733. 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 information please contact: President Udo Moerig email tmumoerig@ gmail.com or Vice President email Jan Coleman janetlcoleman@gmail. com Webpage: https://3209990. toastmastersclubs.org/ BALLINA LIFEBALL Each Tuesday (9:30-11am) at Ballina Indoor Sports Centre. Come and join us for exercise, fun and friendship. Contact Yvonne 0448004161. BALLINA MAHJONG 22nd OCTOBER 2021 Susan Allan 1, Lorna Simpson 2, Rhonda Taylor 3, Rosemary Russell 4, Kathy Pickles 5, Pam Farrell 6, Val Heinritz 7, Jenny Lang 8, Janene Jarvis 9, Shirley Coleman 10, Jan Rhodes 11, Lisa Wong 12, Pauline Kearney 13, Margaret Bryant, Joy Lowien 14, June Grebert, June Greenaway 16, Jeanette Henwood 18, Shirley Henry 19, Kath Hubbard 20, Coral Lavelle 21, Jan Boardman, Sally Lowry 22, Valda McLerie 24, Gail McDonagh 25, Gladys D’Anna 26, Jan Henley 27, Janice Jemison 28, Jan Small 29. Mahjong is played on Friday at 12:30pm at the Ballina Bridge Club North Creek Road. Enquiries for new players phone Vanessa on 66874181. BALLINA TOY LIBRARY Welcomes families from Ballina Shire, 9 Regatta Ave, Ballina. Open Saturday 10am-1pm, by appointment only on Tues & Wed. Phone 0411719074 BALLINA CWA Ballina CWA Handicraft & Friendship mornings are held every Wednesday morning from 9am until 12noon in our rooms on River Street. Numbers are covid safe limited so could you please ring our Handicraft Officer Barb 0428116668 on Monday night to book a place. Ballina CWA meetings are held on the 3rd Monday of the month at 9.00am in our rooms, please ring our Secretary Janet 0435323079 for more information. Mahjong is being played once again in The Ballina CWA rooms on River Street, Wednesdays & Thursdays starting at 12.15pm. For more information please ring David 0473587412. BYRON BYRONBAY BAY BYRON TWILIGHT MARKET Railway Park, Jonson Street, 5pm to 9pm Saturday 30 October Tim Stokes. CASINO CASINO FAIRY HILL CRAFT GROUP Fairy Hill Craft Group will meet on Thursday 4 November 10am at the Fairy Hill Hall on Summerland Way. However, it won’t be quite the usual craft day: (1) Inspection of the fantastic new kitchen (2) Some

tidying, cleaning and returning kitchenware to the new kitchen (participation optional) (3) Work on craft U.F.O’s and catch up with friends. Please BYO lunch, etc. For further information please phone Sue on 66633233. CASINO CWA BRANCH NEWS Casino CWA will meet on the 3rd Thursday of November 18th Nov. Back to normal after our AGM Meeting being held one week earlier in October. Our Beading Workshop will be held on the 4th November under the guidance of Beading Guru, Angela Froud. Bake and bring an Orange Cake or 6 scones for judging to the next meeting. More info: Marg. good 66621746 or Jan Corocher 66626424. CASINO MEALS ON WHEELS WEEK 5 - MON: S Forrester, J Whittaker & family; TUE: D Coleman, K Rowse, K Evans; WED: L Barton, J Cornell, P Muntelwir, G Mannix; THU: H Moffitt, J Hanna; FRI: Richmond Valley Council Staff. MELBOURNE CUP FUNCTION Windara Tea Rooms and Nursery Volunteers have decided not to proceed with the 2021 Melbourne Cup Luncheon. This function will return next year, Covid willing. CASINO LIONS FARMER’S MARKET Casino Lions Farmers Market. Every Saturday from 8-11 at Crawford Square, South Casino. Visit our facebook page Casino Lions Farmers Market. Meet your local producers, support your local small businesses by buying local produce. Enjoy a day out with friends and family. Fresh Vegetables, Coffee, Local baked goods, Fresh Flowers direct from the farm, Local Honey, Seasonal Fruits. For more information please contact John or Frieda at 0498 001 257 or email at lionscfm@gmail.com CASINO & BONALBO UPPER CLARENCE LIONS CLUBS Casino Lions club now meets each 4th Wed at the RSM. CASINO AIR RIFLE CLUB Saturdays - Rifles, Ammunition & Targets supplied, shooting starts 8am until 12noon. Call Ollie on 0414622272. CASINO & DISTRICT FAMILY HISTORY GROUP Advise we have a new phone number which is 66641118 and email casinofhg@gmail.com CASINO SENIOR CITIZENS All welcome, our activities currently are Wednesday afternoons at Casino RSM 1pm to play Hoy, Euchre. We have group play on Thurs afternoons 1pm. Contact Jan Danaher on 0414625680.

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COMMUNITY NOTICES 73 CASINO COMMUNITY CULTURAL CENTRE Meetings on the 3rd Thursday of the month at the Casino Community Cultural Centre at 9.00 am. The Land Cookery Contest is conducted by CWA of NSW. It is open to any person living in NSW or ACT, NOT only CWA members. For more information phone Marg. on 66621746 or Jan on 66626424.

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LION’S CLUB CASINO 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. CASINO COMMUNITY MEN’S SHED Mon, Tues, Wed, attendance limited to 50 members, 8.00am1.30pm. Contact 66626423 DH or casmenshed@live.com.au CASINO MINI RAIL Every Sunday 10am to 4pm. Weather permitting. West Street Casino. Phone 0472638044. CASINO VIEW CLUB Monthly luncheon meeting at Casino RSM Club at 11am, second Thurs of every month. Contact Barbra on 66612530 or 0448969498. CASINO CROQUET CLUB Monday & Wednesday sign in time now before 8.30am to start play by 9am. Contact Mary on 6662 1971 for further information. CASINO LADIES AND FRIEND CRAFT GROUP Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month. Bring your own morning tea and wear a mask. Names to be in by Lunch time Monday. Phone Vivian on 66621838 or Jan on 66626424. 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. THE CASINO & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM Sun, Mon, Wed and Fri 10am to 2pm. Email casinohistorymuseum@

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EVANS HEAD BRANCH CWA We meet over lunch, 3rd Tuesday every month, 12noon. New members welcome. Further info 0427825560. GRAFTON GRAFTON GRAFTON & DISTRICT GARDEN CLUB We would love to welcome new members, come and see what we have to offer. Meeting on the 3rd Monday of every month. At the Grafton Masonic Centre, 104 Bacon St Grafton. Gather at 3.30pm for afternoon tea. Our next bus trip will be to the Quota Craft and Garden Fair at Ballina. Visit private gardens, enjoy bus trips with like-minded people, buy or swap plants and have fun ! For any enquiries please send an email to graftondistrictgardenclub@gmail. com You can also find and follow us on Facebook. GRAFTON U3A October Jabberfest meeting. Sadly we must inform our membership that the current four square meter restrictions for holding meetings have again caused us to cancel the October Jabberfest with a hope that those conditions will have been lifted and allow us to meet again for the November meeting which would occur on Monday the 8th. All being well we would finally be able to have the A.G.M. and Election of Office Bearers and Committee members. Closer to then we will hopefully be in a position to confirm this. Until then stay safe and make sure that you all have had both your vaccinations which we assume will be a requirement that allows us to meet for such gatherings. INVITATION FOR GRAFTON VIEW Grafton VIEW Club took up an invitation from Ken Wilson from Clarence Valley Council Waste Management, to visit the Waste

Station for morning tea and a tour. Everyone needs to see how this operation works in order to understand how much waste material can be reused and recycled if processed correctly. We thank Ken for a very informative and enjoyable morning. GRAFTON VIEW CELEBRATES 54TH BIRTHDAY! Members, get ready to party at the end of Jacaranda Week! Come along and celebrate VIEW’s 54th birthday with a Roaring 20’s Theme. Unfortunately, because of COVID restrictions, it will have to be a members’ only event. At the September meeting, Ken Wilson, from Clarence Valley Waste Management Depot, spoke about how the operation works, and how bins should be used wisely in order to reduce the impact on landfill. Ken very kindly organised a visit for VIEW to the waste management depot on Wednesday, 6th October, which includes a morning tea. This month’s raffle was won by Zoe Rowles, and the Lucky Door prize went to Norma Melino. The VIEW birthday celebration will be held on Friday 5th November at the Grafton District Services Club, Mary Street, at 10.30am. So, check out your cupboards, and the op shops for your Roaring 20’s outfits, and get that “Charleston” look. The entertainment with Bill Kearns will be amazing with a lot of fun and good laughs. A good time is guaranteed for all! Please phone Vorna at 66424719 for catering purposes on the Friday before the meeting. See you there! GRAFTON’S MIGHTY CLARENCE TOASTMASTERS CLUB Perhaps it’s time to find 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 GRAFTON SENIORS After break for internal racecourse

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74 COMMUNITY NOTICES LENNOX HEAD LENNOX HEAD 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 first 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. LENNOX HEAD DAY VIEW CLUB The Lennox Head Day VIEW Club meets on the first Monday of each month at the Lennox Head Community Centre. with the meeting starting at 11:00am 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. LENNOX HEAD EVENING VIEW CLUB Meets on the second Tuesday of each month upstairs at the Lennox Hotel at 6.30pm for dinner at 7.00pm. Guests 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 0409728 814. LENNOX HEAD CWA Handy Craft Mornings on Mondays 9.30am-12noon in the community centre at Lennox Head. call Jan on 66816150. PROBUS CLUB OF LENNOX HEAD Meets 9.30 for 10.00 at Club Lennox, 10 Stewart Street, on the first Thursday of each month. Visitors are welcome, also retired or semiretired 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 LISMORE NORTHERN RIVERS EVENING PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP The next meeting of the Northern Rivers Evening Prostate Cancer Support Group is to be held on Wednesday November 3rd 7pm until 9pm Lismore Workers Club, Keen

Street, Lismore - Men diagnosed or newly diagnosed with prostate cancer and their partners or carers are most welcome to attend - Personal cancer stories are told giving all present a wonderful opportunity to share, learn and benefit from other people’s experiences - Members please note it is mandatory to have proof of double covid vaccination for entry to the club and masks must be worn except when eating or drinking at this venue - Enquiries phone Bob Johnson (02) 6622 5792.

LISMORE TARGET RIFLE CLUB For .22 calibre rifles, meets Wed nights from 6.30 pm & the 1st & 3rd Sat of each month from 12 noon. Air Rifle shooting for .22 & 177 air rifles will also be available at the Saturday shoots. For more info please phone Derek on 66282082 (AH).

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 0418 766 247 for details of our other monthly social gatherings and outings.

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.

SPRUNG Sprung!! is a registered charity and a not for profit 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 info please contact us on info@sprung.org.au EMBROIDERER’S GROUP Meetings are 9.30am-2.30pm 1st and 3rd Wednesdays and 3rd Saturday of each month at the Red Dove Centre, Keen Street, Lismore. We welcome embroiderers of all styles and ability levels to meet, share and learn. For more information see our facebook page ‘Lismore Group – Embroiderers Guild NSW’, phone 0423337872 or simply turn up. THE ROTARY CLUB OF SUMMERLAND SUNRISE We meet every Friday at 7.05am for a Breakfast meeting at Coffee Shots, Molesworth St, Lismore. Interested in contributing to community? Local and international? Join us at Coffee Shots please. Phone 0435990919 for more details. LISMORE HIGH SCHOOL’S CENTENARY DINNER Due to Covid restrictions, the proposed Centenary dinner was postponed for 2021. It is now proposed to hold the dinner on March 5, 2022 at the Lismore Workers Club. For further information contact Helen George on 0414 734313.

LADIES INDOOR BOWLS Played at Lismore Workers club, Mon mornings 9am, New members welcome. Info Rosemary 0434611520 or Veronica 0417004622.

COMBINED PENSIONERS & SUPERANNUANTS ASSOC. LISMORE INC. Meet every 2nd week (aged pension day) at 10.00am at Lismore Workers Club. Alternate Meetings & Outings. Visitors and new members welcome. Contact Veronica 66214654, Bea 66219772 or Colleen 66243624. TABLE TENNIS AT GOONELLABAH Tuesday and Thursday mornings social playing: 9.00am-12noon; Monday and Wednesday nights social playing: 7.00-9.00pm; Training Monday mornings: 9.00am-12noon; Junior coaching after school Wednesday 3.30pm-4.45pm, $6.00 a session. Everybody is welcome – all levels. Phone centre on 66251602 Mon-Thur 9.00am-1.00pm or visit website www.fnctabletennis.com.au LISMORE GIRL GUIDES Lismore Girl Guides meet every Tuesday during school terms from 5.30 to 7.30pm at our hall, Magellan Street Lismore. Any girl aged from 7 to 17 is most welcome to attend for two nights free, but please make contact first. Any adult female aged 18 and over interested in becoming a volunteer with youth, are encouraged to contact Leonie on mobile number 0412866766, for further details. Our hall is also available to hire. 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 1.00pm. 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/ or check us out on Facebook at https://www. facebook.com/SummerlandARC “MAINLY MUSIC” IN LISMORE FOR 2021 An interactive session for 0-5 year olds & parents/carers using fun songs and actions to help develop co-ordination and motor skills, followed by home cooked morning tea for adults while children enjoy supervised play time. Tuesdays 9.3011.30am in school term. Anglican Parish Hall, Zadoc St Lismore. Enquiries 66213200 or mainlymusic. org

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ROTARY CLUB POTTSVIL OF LISMORE NETWORKING Want to be part of an innovative, interesting and inclusive networking POTTSVIL group who meet fortnightly to share Phillip St. A ideas, meet other professionals and every month work together to make a difference inBookings es your community? Then Rotary Club pbnc.org.au of Lismore Networking could be the POTTSVIL answer for you! Meets fortnightly on Wednesdays at the Rous Hotel, FUN CROQ Keen Street, Lismore at 5.30pm. For Meets at Bl more information contact Rita on on Tuesday 8.30am. Ne 0413300578 or Gae 0412742095. to come and bit of fun. F ROTARY CLUB please call J OF LISMORE WEST INC Is in its 60th year and meets at the We will hav at the end o East Lismore Bowling Club each Thursday at 6.00pm. New members play at Blac New memb would be made most welcome. further enqu Further information available on 0431606375 0428151934.

RED CROSS LISMORE BRANCH TWEED H Meets the 3rd Monday of the month THE TWIN at 2.00pm in the Red Cross Tea Rooms in Keen Street Lismore. As DAY VIEW well as fund raising we are also an active social group and welcome new members. New volunteers are also required to assist in our popular Tea Rooms. If you can commit to 1 or more days a month please contact Lynn 66217642 or Rhonda 66241950.

EMBROIDERS GROUP Meetings are 9.30am-2.30pm 1st and 3rd Wednesdays and 3rd Saturday of each month, Red Dove Centre, Keen Street, Lismore. We welcome The Twin T embroiderers of all ability levels meet regula from all towns and districts in the Sports club Northern Rivers. of the mont Always on t MACLEAN discussions MACLEAN selected ‘Le MACLEAN VIEW CLUB especially se Monthly meetings again, after our support months of lock down. It will start as who are wel usual 3rd Thursdays of each month for Australi at 11am. Contact Ruth Toyer on to their well 0409844212 by Mondays, no later As well as o than 7pm. Numbers are required for children, we catering purposes to the comm and spreadi MURWILLUMBAH any woman MURWILLUMBAH stands for ‘V MURWILLUMBAH for Women’ COMMUNITY GARDEN do for more Members and visitors are invited President K to join the group for activities Freda on 07

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COMMUNITY NOTICES 75 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: murbahcommunitygardens@ gmail.com - follow us on Facebook #MurwillumbahCommunityGarden

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COMMUNITY PRINTMAKERS 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. POTTSVILLE POTTSVILLE POTTSVILLE MARKETS Phillip St. Always 1st & 3rd. Sundays every month. 7am until 1pm. Bookings essential email: markets@ pbnc.org.au

each were presented with a special pin to commemorate their long and supportive service. Thank you. The committee particularly acknowledged the persistent and constant extra efforts over and above “The call of duty” of two exceptional members, Betty Locke and Gordon King, by extending to them each a Life membership that was fully endorsed by the entire meeting and confirmed by an appropriate certificate. Following all of this enjoyment and party atmosphere, we took a few deep breaths and on to the business side of things. The normal Probus Club meeting ensured & confirmed that all’s well with Wollongbar Probus Club. YAMBA

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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.

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.

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.

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The Twin Towns Day VIEW Club meet regularly at the South Tweed Sports club on the first Thursday of the month for a chat and lunch. Always on the agenda are important discussions on the well being of our selected ‘Learning for Life’ students especially selected for our club by our support group The Smith Family who are well known for their work for Australian children in relation to their well being and education. As well as our Learning for Life children, we also do a great service to the community by keeping active and spreading the joy of living to any woman because after all VIEW stands for ‘Voice, Interest, Education for Women’ and that is just what we do for more information please ring President Kathie on 0407709629 or Freda on 07 55241367.

Happy Birthday Wollongbar probus Club for 25 years of club benefits to so many people from such a committed group, some of whom are still giving out their skills and energy after all of this time. The present committee arranged a wonderful party atmosphere with streamers, sweets and table decorations amid the now widely spread tables due to the State’s health restrictions of distancing and mask wearing to deal with this Covid-19 pandemic. Despite these restrictions everyone, over 45 members today, took on a happy relaxed party mood. A delightful Happy Birthday cake was set up and cut and distributed by two dedicated members, Norma Trimble and Wilma McKinnon. And relished by all. It was an appropriate time and place to especially thank some of the founding members for their persistent and wonderful efforts over so many years and

MEN AND WOMEN SINGLES Over 60 Social Group. Looking for Company, companionship. We are interested to hear from you. Organised outing, get togethers. Nice people & friendship for both. Contact 0455588143. TOASTMASTERS CAN HELP! Would you like to become better at socialising? Then Toastmasters Speechcraft can help. Do you need to make an important Speech? Then Toastmasters Speechcraft can help. Are you wanting to apply for that important promotion at work? Then Toastmasters Speechcraft can help. For details, please contact Donna on 0428878421.

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76 SPORT RESULTS & WEATHER SEND YOUR SPORTS RESULTS TO sports@nrtimes.com.au Please keep under 150 words. Photos are welcome but publishing is at the discretion of the editor. Results must be sent in Word, Pages or PDF format CHERRY STREET CROQUET CLUB SPORTS RESULTS ASSOCIATION CROQUET: R.Chapman 20 d L.Turner 9 S.Hume 14 d P.Hume B.Hardy 14 E.Thorman J.Payne 20 d L.Hardy P.Payne 10

G.Drew C.Woodland12 d R.Poynting S.Keen 11 D.Scott 18 d L.Turner 16 G.Drew 10 d S.Hume P.Payne 8 R.Poynting J.Payne 14 d H.Young N.Poynting 7 RICOCHET CROQUET : N.Watts C.Edlund 15 d P.Scott B.Wellings 14 J.Doust G.Drew 12 d R.Poynting 9 P.Doyle M.Russell 16 d P.Bolte D.Scott 13 Semi Finals Handicap Doubles : R.Chapman N.Poynting17d R.Allen N.Barnes 14 GOLF CROQUET : J.Hannigan 5 d C.Edlund P.Scott 3 R.Poynting L.Whiteman 8 d J.Dorward H.Young 3. J.Doust M.Russell 7 d G.Frederiksen N.Watts 2 J.OSullivan N.Poynting 8 d B.Wellings P.Bolte 8 G.Drew R.Allen 6 d D.Scott D.Casey 2

P.Scott H.Young 4 d P.Bolte B.Liebmann 4 C.EdlundN.Poynting 8d J.OSullivan J.Dorward 3 J.Campbell G.Patch 6 d J.Huxley 2 TWILIGHT CROQUET : J.Hannigan D.Jones 10 d J.Huxley C.Edlund 0 L.Whiteman L.Wesely 6 d F.Duncan M.Rennie 1 A.Kelly N.Poynting 8 d G.Frederiksen 6 D.Jones L.Wesely 5 d A.Kelly J.Huxley 4 C.Edlund J.Hannigan5 d M.Rennie N.Poynting 4 G.Frederiksen L.Whiteman 7 d F.Duncan 3 M.Rennie D.Jones 1 d L.Wesely F.Duncan 1 N.Poynting J.Hannigan 6 d J.Huxley L.Whiteman 1 G.Frederiksen 6 d C.Edlund 5 David Scott selected to play in NSW

GC Div 1 Mixed Doubles. Mike Gidding selected to play in NSW AC Selector’s Invitation 8. Congratulations to both player’s. All new players welcome, play days Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday, 9am. Start. COMMERCIAL HOTEL KYOGLE SOCIAL GOLF CLUB RESULTS FOR SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24TH. 9 Hole Stroke Event Final Round Championships Winners; B. Thuell Runners Up; E. Skinner Putting; R. Lyons Guzzler; E. Thuell Bradmans; D. mcQuilty NTP; R. Lyons, M. Donnelly. The next outing 7th November- 2 Man Ambrose. For further enquiries phone 0429 362281 or visit https:// kyoglegolfclub.com/Social-Club.html CORAKI VETERANS GOLF

NORTHERN RIVERS TEMPERATURE & RAINFALL PREDICTIONS AREA

Thu 28 October

GRAFTON EVANS KYOGLE BALLINA MULLUM TWEED

31o / 14o C 25o / 20o C 33o / 16o C 26o / 20o C 26o / 20o C 26o / 20o C

Fri 29 October

0% 0% 2% 0% 0% 1%

35o / 19o C 28o / 21o C 34o / 20o C 28o / 21o C 26o / 21o C 26o / 20o C

MOON PHASES Thu 28 Oct

Sun 31 Oct

Wed 3 Nov

15% 55% 41% 55% 57% 11%

Sat 30 October 36o / 19o C 28o / 21o C 33o / 19o C 28o / 21o C 27o / 22o C 26o / 22o C

80% 66% 66% 66% 58% 6%

Sun 31 October

Mon 1 November

Tue 2 November

33o / 19o C 27o / 20o C 33o / 19o C 27o / 20o C 26o / 20o C 26o / 19o C

27o / 18o C 21o / 19o C 21o / 17o C 21o / 19o C 20o / 18o C 23o / 19o C

24o / 17o C 21o / 18o C 20o / 16o C 21o / 18o C 20o / 17o C 21o / 17o C

4% 49% 46% 49% 50% 49%

72% 63% 57% 63% 72% 54%

58% 61% 62% 61% 74% 63%

Wed 3 November 24o / 17o C 21o / 18o C 21o / 17o C 21o / 18o C 21o / 18o C 22o / 18o C

50% 55% 49% 55% 59% 59%

TIDE TIMES & HEIGHTS CLARENCE - RIVER ENTRANCE

Waning Gibbous 53% Visible

Waning Crescent 24% Visible

Waning Crescent 3% Visible

Sunrise & Sunset

DAY Thursday 28th October Friday 29th October Saturday 30th October Sunday 31st October Monday 1st November Tuesday 2nd November Wednesday 3rd November

HIGH 2:02 am 0.92m 3:30 am 0.92m 4:51 am 0.98m 5:50 am 1.08m 6:38 am 1.2m 7:21 am 1.34m 8:02 am 1.47m

LOW 7:24 am 0.61m 8:41 am 0.64m 10:07 am 0.62m 11:20 am 0.55m 12:32 am 0.34m 1:11 am 0.25m 1:47 am 0.17m

HIGH 2:37 pm 1.33m 3:46 pm 1.32m 4:54 pm 1.35m 5:51 pm 1.41m 6:40 pm 1.46m 7:25 pm 1.5m 8:08 pm 1.51m

LOW 9:47 pm 0.56m 10:56 pm 0.51m 11:48 pm 0.43m

LOW 7:52 am 0.62m 9:00 am 0.64m 10:14 am 0.62m 11:22 am 0.54m 12:30 am 0.41m 1:08 am 0.31m 1:44 am 0.22m

HIGH 2:37 pm 1.48m 3:41 pm 1.49m 4:42 pm 1.52m 5:35 pm 1.56m 6:22 pm 1.59m 7:07 pm 1.6m 7:50 pm 1.58

LOW 9:44 pm 0.61m 10:54 pm 0.58m 11:48 pm 0.51m

LOW 7:27 am 0.54m 8:42 am 0.59m 10:07 am 0.58m 11:20 am 0.54m 12:32 am 0.33m 1:10 am 0.24m 1:46 am 0.17m

HIGH 2:36 pm 1.3m 3:44 pm 1.29m 4:50 pm 1.34m 5:47 pm 1.4m 6:38 pm 1.47m 7:23 pm 1.5m 8:08 pm 1.51m

LOW 9:52 pm 0.51m 10:58 pm 0.48m 11:50 pm 0.41m

LOW 7:12 am 0.55m 8:33 am 0.59m 9:57 am 0.57m 11:06 am 0.51m 12:18 am 0.32m 12:56 am 0.22m 1:31 am 0.14m

HIGH 2:28 pm 1.37m 3:39 pm 1.37m 4:45 pm 1.41m 5:43 pm 1.47m 6:33 pm 1.52m 7:19 pm 1.56m 8:03 pm 1.56m

LOW 9:38 pm 0.55m 10:45 pm 0.5m 11:37 pm 0.42m

LOW 7:15 am 0.56m 8:34 am 0.59m 9:56 am 0.57m 11:02 am 0.51m 12:07 am 0.33m 12:44 am 0.23m 1:20 am 0.14m

HIGH 2:34 pm 1.33m 3:43 pm 1.33m 4:45 pm 1.36m 5:39 pm 1.41m 6:26 pm 1.46m 7:09 pm 1.49m 7:51 pm 1.49m

LOW 9:27 pm 0.56m 10:34 pm 0.51m 11:25 pm 0.43m

12:20 pm 0.45m 1:15 pm 0.35m 2:05 pm 0.26m

EVANS HEAD - RIVER ENTRANCE DAY Thursday 28th October Friday 29th October Saturday 30th October Sunday 31st October Monday 1st November Tuesday 2nd November Wednesday 3rd November

NORTHERN RIVERS AREA DAY Thursday 28th October Friday 29th October Saturday 30th October Sunday 31st October Monday 1st November Tuesday 2nd November Wednesday 3rd November

SUNRISE 5:57 am 5:56 am 5:55 am 5:55 am 5:54 am 5:53 am 5:52 am

SUNSET 7:05 pm 7:06 pm 7:07 pm 7:07 pm 7:08 pm 7:09 pm 7:10 pm

HIGH 2:05 am 1m 3:24 am 0.99m 4:41 am 1.04m 5:38 am 1.13m 6:24 am 1.25m 7:06 am 1.39m 7:47 am 1.54m

12:21 pm 0.44m 1:14 pm 0.33m 2:03 pm 0.23m

BALLINA - RIVER ENTRANCE DAY Thursday 28th October Friday 29th October Saturday 30th October Sunday 31st October Monday 1st November Tuesday 2nd November Wednesday 3rd November

HIGH 2:08 am 0.83m 3:35 am 0.84m 4:54 am 0.92m 5:52 am 1.04m 6:38 am 1.18m 7:23 am 1.33m 8:05 am 1.48m

12:21 pm 0.46m 1:15 pm 0.37m 2:06 pm 0.29m

BRUNSWICK HEADS - RIVER ENTRANCE

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DAY Thursday 28th October Friday 29th October Saturday 30th October Sunday 31st October Monday 1st November Tuesday 2nd November Wednesday 3rd November

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12:05 pm 0.42m 12:58 pm 0.32m 1:49 pm 0.24m

TWEED HEADS - RIVER ENTRANCE DAY Thursday 28th October Friday 29th October Saturday 30th October Sunday 31st October Monday 1st November Tuesday 2nd November Wednesday 3rd November

HIGH 1:47 am 0.9m 3:17 am 0.9m 4:38 am 0.96m 5:35 am 1.06m 6:21 am 1.18m 7:03 am 1.32m 7:45 am 1.46m

11:58 am 0.42m 12:49 pm 0.32m 1:39 pm 0.23m

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SPORTS RESULTS & NEWS 77 RESULTS THURSDAY 21/10/21 45 Golfers contested an 18 hole single stableford event Winner J Perkins, 2nd J Nilsson, 3rd, J Watt, free game J Gibson, chicken/ball winners P Martin, M Perkins, S Ormond, T Wood, G Lassig, M Fairfull, S Toms, T Wood, J Lassig , R Gacioppa, W Henwood. Nearest Pins 3rd/12th T Woods, 6th/15th J Nilsson. This Thursday will be Russel Earnshaws dress up butt day commencing at 8.30 am with a shot gun start, please wear your bright clothes. AS USUAL TILL THEN GOOD GOLFING Max EAST LISMORE BOWLING CLUB RESULTS Club Championships B Grade Pairs T Gibson, B Adams 30 def J Burbidge, E Schumacher 13 G Finnigan, B Griffin 32 def T Prior, M Prior 17 Open Triples A Maslen, L Maslen, N Harding 32 def G Finnie, G Painter, S Wade 24 Social bowls B Smith, G Revis, S Crowther 25 def G Schumacher, R Mohr, J Carroll 20 R McGuiness, G Pollard 19 def J McRae, W Morrissey 18 R Parkes, T Cheli 27 def Rocco, G Donnelly 20 B Lee, B Harmon 19 def S Gregory, A Gaggin 16 P Mazzini, R Mohr, B Griffin 31 def G Donnelly, D Mlakar, Rocco 16 EVANS HEAD WOMEN’S CLUB Evans Head Women’s Spring Triples 2021 - 20 October 2021 Round 5 S Maxwell, L Hayes, P Weller def M Gibson, M Carey, V Hart McPherson, K Robson, P Freeman def L Vidler, J Bekett, T Cselka M Adams, G Marczan, A Peel def K Townsend, B Montague, S Downs Bye S Smith, K Hickey, L Stratton Round 6 M Gibson, M Carey, V Hart def M

Adams, G Marczan, A Peel K Townsend, B Montague, S Downs def S Maxwell, L Hayes, P Weller S Smith, K Hickey, L Stratton def L Vidler, J Bekett, T Cselka Bye McPherson, K Robson, P Freeman KYOGLE BOWLS RESULTS Wednesday October 20 - B Studders N Bodycote d B Ryan K Hayes + 11, G O’Reilly P Williams P Doyle d T Burgess R Felton N Parker + 10, G King J Arnold R Goebel d R Clark S Colley G Miller + 5, R O’Reilly D Warren d J Coston B Hyde + 1. Saturday October 23 - B Ellis B Creighton R Goebel d P Anderson R McKenna D Farrell + 18, T Hoffman N Parker N Bodycote d W Farrell T Holder D Petherbridge + 9, R McKenna K Hayes P Doyle d R O’Reilly S Colley M Harris + 5, J Arnold J Coston B Hyde d G O’Reilly R Felton D Zelcer + 5, B Ryan G Palmer G Miller d P Crewe D Warren J King + 3. LISMORE CITY BOWLS TRIPLE FINALS TEAMS The Final Teams for next week’s Final play off are:. ( By Team Skipper.) Group Winners; N Clarke v I J Bird Group Seconds: G Back v M Heggen Group thirds: J Foundling v S Thompson Group Fourths: T Ball v N Leerson OCEAN SHORES SPORTS The saying “bowls is a young person’s game that older people can play” certainly rings true at the Ocean Shores Country Club. These 2 “gentlemen” who join the ladies for Social bowls on a Friday morning are an inspiration to everyone. Ray is 97, having taken up the game at the young age of 94 and Wilf, who has played the game for many years, is 92. Both players are not idle in life as they join in other bowls events at the Club and Wilf still plays golf, so age is no barrier in preventing them from

enjoying life to the full. Apart from walking, which we have been told is an essential exercise, bowls allows them to achieve mentally by making and renewing friendships on and off the bowling green. We take our hats off to these two great stalwarts and may they have many more years of bowling ahead of them.

L to R. Ray Ellis & Wilf Sprengel CUDGEN SURF NOTES. Currently there are 269 Surf Life Saving Clubs in Australia, with 82,000 members. There are 17 Regional Branches in N.S.W. and Qld. Cudgen being in the Far North Coast. The Australian Council is comprised of the S.L.S.A. President, the 7 State/ Territory Presidents and Directors of Lifesaving, Competition Development and Chief Executive Officer. The 2021 F.N.C. Development Team Selection trial will be held at Kingscliff this Saturday. The 12-to-15-year male and female division from 8.00 am to 10.00 am flowed by 17, Youth and Open age groups 10.00 am. Competitors must be fully vaccinated if aged 16 years and over. Clubs will need to check vaccination status of competitors/parents/officials before allowing participation.

Competition returns this weekend with rounds one and two of the North Coast Surf Boats at Yamba. With over twenty Clubs represented last season, numbers will be down as Qld. Clubs cannot cross the border. Cudgen have three crews this season. Great to see our ‘Nippers’ on the beach last Sunday. To date there are 280 members registered this season. Thanks go to our sponsors Tweed Coast Management Plan and Kingscliff Accommodation. LISMORE WORKERS VETERANS GOLF Just a quick update regarding Vets Tuesday competitions It has been great to see increased fields and lots of new faces on a Tuesday. During non-COVID times the vets normally play a shotgun start at 8:30am however with gathering restrictions this has not been possible. This has meant the Vets committee have not been able to communicate with newcomers and explain the principle of Vets Golf. To be eligible you must be 55 years of age One of the main rules of Vets golf is that you must be a financial member of the Lismore Vets to win a prize and you must have played in 3 regular Tuesday competitions to be eligible to win a Vets Championship event. Lismore Vets membership is $15 per year and can be paid to the vets committee on a Tuesday or you can email lismorevetsgolf@gmail.com to organise payment Membership fees include affiliation with Northern Rivers Veteran Golf Association and the NSWVGA. This also entitles members to attend NRVGA Open Days, Championships, NRVGA 4BBB Championships and the NRVGA Masters Championships. These Competitions also represent great value with entry fees of $30 - $35 which includes lunch If you are unsure who the committee members are please see our bar staff and they will point you in the right direction

FAST TRACK DRAGON BOAT COACH

Mary Davis. Rainbow Dragons Head Coach.

Rainbow Region Dragon Boat Club’s head coach, Mary Davis, has successfully been accepted into the highly competitive Sports NSW Fast Track for Female Coaches Program. The program aims to connect aspiring female coaches and support them in developing their coaching and leadership skills. The course has come about, because, although the profile of Australian women’s sport and female athletes has increased there is still an under representation of women in leaderships and coaching roles at the elite level.

High Performance Coaching (Olympic, Paralympic or Commonwealth Games) typically sees coaching figures of 85% male to 15% female. Davis started coaching at Rainbow Dragons in 2014 and is now an accredited Level 3 Dragon Boat Coach. In 2019, Davis was appointed Dragon Boat New South Wales Northern Region’s coach which covered paddlers from Lennox Head to Port Macquarie. Davis says, “I applied for the course because I saw it as an opportunity to learn new skills, to reflect on my own

practices and to see how they could be improved, to talk with ‘expert’ coaches and to discuss the relevant issues that need to be addressed in developing a successful team of athletes.” The six week online program content includes topics such as, ‘Maximising your impact as a coach’ and the ‘Psychology of coaching, then the last session is a networking function of all the participants in Sydney. Rainbow Dragons’ President, Jan Wright, says, “This will build on the extensive knowledge and skills that Mary already brings to her coaching role, and also to build her capacity to further inspire and motivate our members to be the best paddler they can be.” Wright also envisages, “The program will equip Mary with the opportunity to apply for high performance coaching and leadership roles in our sport.” rainbowdragons.com.au

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MAX PERROTS’ SURFING Lennox Head’s Connor O’Leary has won the Quiksilver Pro France, claiming victory in the Final against Michel Bourez of France, held in three-to-fourfoot surf at Culs Nus. In the final, a pretty even first half of the heat saw Michel Bourez (FRA) and Connor O’Leary (AUS) exchange similar scores on the rights and lefts of Culs Nus with an advantage for the Australian. O’Leary pushed the Tahitian’s requirement a touch higher with a good little left he punctuated with a clean straight air midway through the heat. Unfortunately for the Frenchman, the rights that gave him his best scores so far had disappeared and the lefts clearly favoured O’Leary’s forehand attack and air game. As the clock ran down, Bourez was unable to fight back, and O’Leary walked away with the win in the Quiksilver Pro France. “I feel amazing, it’s been a huge day,” O’Leary said. “I’m literally on top of the world right now and

have a beer! I’ll just really enjoy the afternoon with the

Connor O’Leary going to the air. Photographer: Masurel/WSL

cramping up, can’t wait to

lads, they’ve been incredibly

Connor O’Leary celebrating victory with the Aussie contingent. Photographer: Masurel/WSL

supportive, so we’ll try to keep it up and finish the year strong. After a terrible start both in California and Portugal, O’Leary needed something big in France and delivered with his first major win since Ballito in 2016. Today’s 10,000 points moved him up 94 spots into 6th on the Challenger Series rankings and virtually within reach of a fourth season among the world’s best in 2022. Callum Robson from Evans Head finished in equal 17th and is currently sitting in 12th

position on the ratings just inside the qualification zone with Hawaii hosting the final event in the Challenger series. The final stop on the 2021 Challenger Series will bring some of the world’s best surfers to Haleiwa, Hawaii from November 26 December 7, Brisa Hennessy from Hawaii won the Roxy Pro defeating Australia’s India

Robinson in the final. Stop No. 3 of 4 on the 2021 World Surf League (WSL) Challenger Series, the Quiksilver and ROXY Pro France had to negotiate through a very tricky forecast and timed competition perfectly to finish in classic French beach break conditions to crown the event winners in front of capacity crowds once again.

MENTAL HEALTH FOCUS FOR SPORT AND MULTICULTURALISM

The NSW Government is investing in sporting clubs and multicultural communities to provide support for people whose mental health has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The $130 million investment over four years will fund initiatives to offer mental health resources to local sporting groups, training opportunities for community members and a multilingual mental health line. “The pandemic’s impact on people’s mental health throughout our state has been significant,” Minister for Mental Health Bronnie Taylor said. “It’s important we establish valuable touch-points for mental health support out in the community.” Mrs Taylor joined with Minister for Sport and Multiculturalism Natalie Ward to announce a $3 million commitment over one year to

the Mental Health Sporting Fund, providing tailored mental health programs to local sporting groups. The first funding round of this type was announced in early 2020, with 24 local sporting bodies receiving grants. “We have now more than doubled the contribution from the last funding round, so many more sporting groups can take part in this important initiative,” Mrs Taylor said. Mrs Ward said sporting clubs are vital to our community and a great way to deliver critical mental health resources. “Like nothing else, sport brings local communities together,” Mrs Ward said. “Our local sporting groups give us a unique opportunity to have important mental health messages delivered directly to the community in a way that is informal and accessible.” The Mental Health Recovery

Package also includes an investment of $3.2 million over four years to establish a multilingual Mental Health Line, the first of its kind in NSW. The line will open in November and will be available in more than 30 languages, staffed by senior clinicians. “When it comes to mental health, accessibility is a key issue associated with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds attempting to access support,” Mrs Taylor said. “This brand new line, a first in NSW, will remove those cultural and linguistic barriers.” These initiatives form part of the record $130 million investment over four years for COVID-19 mental health support, building on the $2.6 billion announced for mental health in the 2021-2022 Budget – the largest mental health investment in the State’s history.

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REEVES RACING RACE READY

Connor Reeves is ready for the next step in his speedway career in the RSA Street Stockers division. Photos credit Charlene Reeves continued from back page

won the Summerland Street Saloon Club’s Interclub Championship and in 2015 received the Rollover of the Year Award for Street Stockers. For the past 7 years Paul

has been racing in the AMCA Nationals division where he was awarded Rookie of the Year in 2014 and Rollover of the Year Award in 2015. Paul is a winner of multiple club championships and also received Rookie of the Year in

Reeves Racing Team ready for the 2021/2022 speedway season, will compete in the AMCA Nationals and RSA Street Stockers divisions. Photos credit Charlene Reeves

4 Cylinders in 2003. Nicole Reeves (now Parker} also competed in Street Stockers for 4 years alongside her brother Paul. Paul’s nephew Connor Reeves, 17, will progress into the RSA Street Stockers

division in the 2021/2022 speedway season after racing five years in RSA Junior Sedans. Connor’s achievements include RSA Junior Sedans 2017 Rookie of the Year, Queensland Junior Sedan

New Stars Champion which he still currently holds since 2017, third in the 2018 Junior Sedans Australian Title at Cullen Bullen Raceway and finished in the top three of the Summerland Street Saloon Club pointscore for the past 5 years. Paul’s wife Charlene, his father Trevor, his sister Tanya (Connor’s mother}, and family friend and mentor Col Randall all form part of Reeves Racing Team to assist Paul and Connor throughout their speedway career on and off the race track. Reeves Racing would like to thank their sponsors: Farmer Charlies Fruit Market, Lismore; Richard Johnston Painting, Casino; Reeves Building, Casino; Aussie Auto, Casino; M & F Baker Baling and Transport, Grafton; Everingham Engines, Lismore; AFCO Shock Doctor, Brisbane.

SCHOOL SPORT AND HSC SUPPORT AS STUDENTS RETURN TO THE CLASSROOM

The final stage of the return to school begins today with more than 500,000 students from Years 2 to 11 welcomed back to classrooms across Greater Sydney and remaining regional areas of NSW. To help students return to normal life and support their studies, restrictions on school sport will be lifted and HSC special consideration extended for students most impacted by the learning from home period. From Monday, November 1, school sport can resume on site, schools can utilise external sport facilities in line with community sport guidelines, and schools can engage in inter-school sport

outside of school hours. Other restrictions will similarly be reviewed over the next few weeks, with a focus on continuing to ensure the health and safety of children and families as we progressively re-open NSW. Premier Dominic Perrottet said he was thrilled students were finally all back in the classroom and returning to normal life and praised students, teachers and parents for their patience. “The majority of students returning today have not been in the classroom since the end of Term 2 and it is fantastic they are back where the best learning happens,” Mr Perrottet said.

“Now that we’ve achieved our goal of returning students to the classroom as quickly and safely as possible, our focus is on helping students settle back in and catch up on their education.” “It’s important life gets back to normal as quickly as possible for students, and school sport resuming is a big step towards this goal.” Schools are also now able to make applications on behalf of HSC students who have experienced severe disruption during the learning from home period through the NSW Education Standards Authority’s (NESA) new COVID-19 Special Consideration Program for

HSC written exams. The program is open to students whose learning was significantly compromised for six weeks or more due to COVID-19 restrictions. Minister for Education and Early Childhood Learning Sarah Mitchell said with students back, the job of helping them recover and excel in their education begins. “Of the 512,000 students returning today, more than 180,000 are from former LGA’s of concern, and a number of these students are sitting their HSC this year ,” Ms Mitchell said. NESA’s COVID-19 Special Consideration

Program for HSC written exams is designed for those hardest hit by the pandemic, enabling NESA to take into consideration these unique circumstances while still maintaining a fair and equitable HSC. Strict safety measures remain in place at all NSW public schools. A recent survey of more than 88,000 parents from 799 schools returning today found 82 per cent of parents were supportive of a return to the classroom and happy with the safety measures in place. More information on the COVID-19 Special Consideration Program can be found here: educationstandards.nsw.edu. au/covid-advice

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Reeves Racing Team ready for the 2021/2022 speedway season, will compete in the AMCA Nationals and RSA Street Stockers divisions. Photos credit Charlene Reeves

REEVES RACING RACE READY This week’s speedway story comes from the town of Casino, the home of Reeves Racing Team drivers Paul

Reeves, Connor Reeves and Nicole Parker. Racing now for 20 years, Paul Reeves started his

speedway career in Junior Sedans where he raced for two years. One year later after a short

stint in 4 Cylinder Sedans, Paul joined the Street Stockers division where he raced for 10 years.

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